Mommar Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 I don't really understand why they're releasing the D, A and S all in the same year. Seems like a batch of $300 toys would be a bad idea especially considering they said Zero didn't sell well. Unless that wasn't entirely true and it's just their kinda floppy 0's didn't sell well and they think these will do better. And maybe next years new mold will be an updated SV-51. Quote
505thAirborne Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 Lets be honest, the Yamato Mac Zero line had a bad reputation, exploding shoulders/arms, floppy wings & other loose fitting parts. A big reason it didn't sell very well IMO. Quote
Guest davidwhangchoi Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 You're not, you're just a hoarder haha Quote
Valkyrie Driver Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 I want to know where you're getting these ghosts. Also do these ghosts come with the missile pods and the conformal tanks? The new 0's look pretty good, I'd really like one, to you know, replace my old floppy Yammie. Quote
Frogze Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 Lets be honest, the Yamato Mac Zero line had a bad reputation, exploding shoulders/arms, floppy wings & other loose fitting parts. A big reason it didn't sell very well IMO. They were probably the most scary toy Yamato ever put out, but actually I was convinced it sold "OK", considering that when I was looking for one it was sold out everywhere and the prices were already getting crazy on ebay. And the zeroes did manage to get at least one reissue each, right? Mine are all in one piece so far, great display pieces but terrible toys. I'm not sure I'll be happy to pay that much to replace a toy by one that looks only slightly better. The OD will have to convince me that I need these Quote
xrentonx Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 Those hip wings aren't canon on the S but I'm kinda hoping they'll leave em 'cause I like em. The backlash and crying would be delicious too. Hahah Quote
ErikElvis Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 I picked up a ghost for $122 on amazon about a week ago. It seems the seller had more than 1 @ that price but I don't see it anymore. The lowest now is $170ish Quote
Scream Man Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 I dont think I'm going to get another A. The one with the Ghost sets Yamato did wasn't bad, and looks fine in fighter. if the S is being released without the Ghost all the better, I prefer it just as a fighter anyway. Heaven forbid they make it a slightly different shad eof yellow or some crap though. Quote
Gakken85 Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 Since the mold is done I hope the turn around time is before the end of the year... maybe even late summer? Quote
Omegablue Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 Never got the A due to the quality problems, and when the re-issue came about, it was sold out within a blink. So I'm tempted by this, depending on the early reviews. Quote
505thAirborne Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 They were probably the most scary toy Yamato ever put out, but actually I was convinced it sold "OK", considering that when I was looking for one it was sold out everywhere and the prices were already getting crazy on ebay. And the zeroes did manage to get at least one reissue each, right? Mine are all in one piece so far, great display pieces but terrible toys. I'm not sure I'll be happy to pay that much to replace a toy by one that looks only slightly better. The OD will have to convince me that I need these The Phoenix is such a beautiful design I think lot of fans/buyers decided to risk it and get one, especially the re-issues. Roy & Ivanov both sold the best I think, but the overall QC issues hampered these toys success. When I get my VF-0D shortly, if the quality is above & beyond I'll be convinced to get the new 0A & 0S. Quote
no3Ljm Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 from Mr. K Can't wait for the 0S. <joke>I think all of you who don't like this color grey should just get over yourselves. They can't make it exactly like the onscreen images because they are a differnet grey in every scene. As for the apps and decals, you can't see them in every shot either, so they aren't off by too much. In fact, if you turn off your TV, you ca't even see what color it is or the decals... ...I mean you guys are just too much into perfection.</joke> You can't blame us. We have to... it's a $300(+/-) toy. I want to know where you're getting these ghosts. Also do these ghosts come with the missile pods and the conformal tanks? The new 0's look pretty good, I'd really like one, to you know, replace my old floppy Yammie. Yeah, the stand-alone Ghost Boosters comes with the missile pods and the tanks. You can check jenius' Ghosts review at anymoon. Quote
abbadon Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 I'm definitely going to get a VF-0S! I'd love to get both, but we'll see. Quote
spanner Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 one of each would be fine.. two of each would be great but.. three of each would be mad! Although I think I seriously need to start evaluating my spending habbits and rethink my needs vs wants.. Dang this hobby can be cruel at times. Quote
no3Ljm Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 one of each would be fine.. two of each would be great but.. three of each would be mad! Although I think I seriously need to start evaluating my spending habbits and rethink my needs vs wants.. Dang this hobby can be cruel at times. Not just cruel, spanner76. It's a wallet-killer. Quote
spanner Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 Not just cruel, spanner76. It's a wallet-killer. wallet, bank account, relationship, soul.. etc etc.. Quote
no3Ljm Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 Hahaha! Well, look on the bright side... this HOBBY made us HAPPY. Quote
spanner Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 hehe! yeah you're right! at the moment im VERY happy! gazing at my new items! Quote
caslon Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 The only thing I care about it's the reactive armor! ahah!! I believe it's WIP! Quote
spanner Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 The only thing I care about it's the reactive armor! ahah!! I believe it's WIP! YES!!! we definitely need this! fingers & everything else crossed (yeah I said it) they give us what we really want! Quote
spanner Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 speaking of optional parts.. I know this has been covered before and possibly even been done in 1/72 if I remember correctly but I still want them to make these! Quote
caslon Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 Spanner, this could be a BIGGGGGG project unless they are willing to work it out with Captain America...LOL! Quote
spanner Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 yeah but even if they only made them as a build kit similar to the unpainted assembly VF-1 kits!? at least that way they wouldn't have to commit to a full production line process as us the buyers would be completing them! Although I don't know how well the VF-1 assembly kits ever sold which might make doing something like this less attractive.. Quote
Chronocidal Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 I'm still torn, because I've got two original VF-0S copies, one that was a bit of a fixer-upper purchased from someone here. I might be convinced to pick up a new Roy, and sell that one cheaply.. I had intended to turn it into a VF-0C with Kurisama's kit, but with an actual 0D being released, I don't have so much motivation anymore. Quote
Frogze Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 The Phoenix is such a beautiful design I think lot of fans/buyers decided to risk it and get one, especially the re-issues. Roy & Ivanov both sold the best I think, but the overall QC issues hampered these toys success. When I get my VF-0D shortly, if the quality is above & beyond I'll be convinced to get the new 0A & 0S. Same here, the 0D's quality will decide. I really hope Arcadia shows some pictures of a reaction armor, then I'd need a new 0S for sure Quote
505thAirborne Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 Same here, the 0D's quality will decide. I really hope Arcadia shows some pictures of a reaction armor, then I'd need a new 0S for sure If Arcadia were to make a Reactive Armor set, that would be fantastic! Quote
Viiof Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 Already have a 0S, but still might grab the new one assuming it's not as floppy as the old ones. Quote
NightCastle Posted March 2, 2015 Posted March 2, 2015 You can't blame us. We have to... it's a $300(+/-) toy. Nah - I get it, completely. I just think being able to laugh at ourselves is always a good thing. Hahaha! Well, look on the bright side... this HOBBY made us HAPPY. I'm on board with this statement. Quote
Xigfrid Posted March 2, 2015 Posted March 2, 2015 I am in for both 0S and 0A since I don't want to support the Bandai pre-order policy. Arcadia's prices are painless compared to that! Quote
Loop Posted March 3, 2015 Posted March 3, 2015 I am in for both 0S and 0A since I don't want to support the Bandai pre-order policy. Arcadia's prices are painless compared to that! QFT! Bandai = Cheaper, but if you miss out they can be super expensive in the secondary market. If you miss out on pre-order night and was trying to secure one, it could cause massive disappointment becuae not only did you not get sleep on a work night, but you are also empty handed. Arcadia = More expensive, but I can go to bed after the pre-order opens up knowing I will get my copies of said valk. Either way I buy from both anyways lol. Quote
jenius Posted March 3, 2015 Posted March 3, 2015 (edited) There is something very nice about having a day to think about a preorder and then casually going to your dealer of preference and making the order... I'm in for one of each! That said, there's also something nice about paying nearly half as much (for Bandai releases) Edited March 3, 2015 by jenius Quote
Loop Posted March 3, 2015 Posted March 3, 2015 There is something very nice about having a day to think about a preorder and then casually going to your dealer of preference and making the order... I'm in for one of each! That said, there's also something nice about paying nearly half as much (for Bandai releases) As long as you are lucky enough to get it (for Bandai releases) Quote
Mommar Posted March 3, 2015 Posted March 3, 2015 0A and 0S for me. Possibly two S since it looks like there might be Reactive Armor happening too. Quote
Valk-1S Posted March 3, 2015 Posted March 3, 2015 (edited) Can't really compare Bandai and Arcadia pricing as they are different items. But for me I won't support Arcadia due to their high prices unless they go on sale which most likely won't happen unless they go down Yamato path and start producing too many variants in a year and over supply the market. If you are comparing prices between the two companies, then Arcadia pricing is about 50-100% more than Bandai. If its something I really want from Bandai, I can always go through NY path with a markup which is still relatively lower in cost compared to Arcadia newer items (YF-19, VF-0D) if I am unable to secure one at retail or less. They seem to remained opened for quite a while now and easier to secure one. The good thing about those in US, is that the USD currency has appreciate a lot against the Yen from the last few years. If this didn't happened most of you guys will be complaining about the prices as well. For example, the VF-0D probably cost about US$300 shipped at 120 exchange rate now. If the rate was what it was back in 2012/2013 about 80, you will be looking at over US$400. Edited March 3, 2015 by Valk-1S Quote
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