Sanity is Optional Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 I personally just use a proxy service. NY charges 500yen per item, and additional shipping. The proxy charges 500yen per order, and no inflated shipping (you do need to pay domestic shipping though). For order larger than 1 item it usually comes out lower, and they also have better customer service and do a warehouse/combined shipping thing. Quote
jenius Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 I did Bandaionline (Kurasama Shop) for my missiles but still don't have them and tracking still shows them not in the system. I did BiginJap for the DX VF-31 armor, I've used them for some specialty stuff in the past without issue but they don't take a ton of orders. I also have used NY many times in the past and a proxy before that. Quote
no3Ljm Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, dafob said: So I'm new to TWE items and never had the pleasure of placing an order before. I wanna get the super parts on 6/7. Sorry if this question has been beaten to death but where's the best place to order from (price and reputation)? I really want to suggest NY since they always carry TWE. But sometimes they ship the items slow knowing that it's already been released it worries me sometimes if they have the item or not. So I think the best way to go is use proxy service. That way, the proxy service itself in Japan orders directly from Tamashii Store. Edit: About prices, as long that the proxy gets it at MSRP, the better. But overall, if you really want to compute prices, both proxy service and NY, their differences is really not that far-off. And this is if you order the first batch from NY and not the marked-up price. Edited June 5, 2019 by no3Ljm Quote
kkx Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 1 hour ago, no3Ljm said: I really want to suggest NY since they always carry TWE. But sometimes they ship the items slow knowing that it's already been released it worries me sometimes if they have the item or not. So I think the best way to go is use proxy service. That way, the proxy service itself in Japan orders directly from Tamashii Store. Edit: About prices, as long that the proxy gets it at MSRP, the better. But overall, if you really want to compute prices, both proxy service and NY, their differences is really not that far-off. And this is if you order the first batch from NY and not the marked-up price. Which proxy service order directly from Tamashii Store? I am using FromJapan but don't see Tamashii Store option there. Quote
cksh Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 From what I've read here about the fast packs, we don't have to worry about PO madness to order them? Just wondering if I need to set my alarm again Quote
oshanmacross Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 May I ask what TWE is Might just order from NY this weekend if no miracle stock shows up anywhere cheaper. If they still have it ~_^ Quote
Sanity is Optional Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 (edited) 28 minutes ago, kkx said: Which proxy service order directly from Tamashii Store? I am using FromJapan but don't see Tamashii Store option there. Just paste the Tamashii or P-Bandai page URL for the item into the search bar, and then fill out the request form that pops up. Edited June 5, 2019 by Sanity is Optional Quote
SpaceCowboy Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 TWE - Timed Web Exclusive, I believe. Thing is, people treat TWE as if you won't have problems with them. I believe the VF-31A was a TWE (which is why it was the only time I've ever ordered 2 of something, thinking it was a safe deal), and it took NY literally months post release to ship my product. Quote
oshanmacross Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 45 minutes ago, kkx said: Which proxy service order directly from Tamashii Store? I am using FromJapan but don't see Tamashii Store option there. Are you saying the 1S is available from Tamashii Store? Quote
jenius Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 4 minutes ago, oshanmacross said: Are you saying the 1S is available from Tamashii Store? No, the strike parts are a Tamashi Web Exclusive. The 1S was regular release. Quote
Slave IV Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 30 minutes ago, oshanmacross said: May I ask what TWE is Might just order from NY this weekend if no miracle stock shows up anywhere cheaper. If they still have it ~_^ 19 minutes ago, SpaceCowboy said: TWE - Timed Web Exclusive, I believe. Thing is, people treat TWE as if you won't have problems with them. I believe the VF-31A was a TWE (which is why it was the only time I've ever ordered 2 of something, thinking it was a safe deal), and it took NY literally months post release to ship my product. TWE = Tamashii Web Exclusive. The 31A was a one time situation and in the end, they still delivered. Really, everyone should shop however makes them most comfortable. I stick with NY whenever I can and mostly because they have the lowest initial preorder prices and offer the cheapest (also slowest) shipping. Quote
kkx Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 23 minutes ago, Sanity is Optional said: Just paste the Tamashii or P-Bandai page URL for the item into the search bar, and then fill out the request form that pops up. Thanks. 5 minutes ago, oshanmacross said: Are you saying the 1S is available from Tamashii Store? We are talking the fast pack TWE that is coming up soon. Quote
NeoVanguard Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 Did they give a date for pre-ordering of the the Strike Packs yet? Quote
DYRL VF-1S Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 Just now, NeoVanguard said: Did they give a date for pre-ordering of the the Strike Packs yet? No offense, but this has been answered a million times. So for any noobs (which I still consider myself one) take the time to search in the thread or familiarize yourself with the searching field on the forum. You can search a keyword in a topic, thread, etc. To answer your question, June 7th. Quote
Chronocidal Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 (edited) I think the 31A in particular is an aberration in the usual TWE process. We'll likely never find out what went down behind the scenes to make that release such a disaster, but in the end, despite the terrible/non-existent communication on the matter, NY did come through and deliver what was ordered (nearly a year late, in some cases, I believe). In general, TWE releases are something that shouldn't have any pre-order madness, and there shouldn't be any shortage, because Bandai should be basing its production quantities on the pre-orders. This is why the VF-31A was such an odd case.. something happened to that production that caused it either to be heavily delayed, or smaller than the pre-order amounts. The big trick with TWE releases though? You probably don't want to wait too long, just for peace of mind. There should be no issue getting stock of the items, but what you want to keep in mind is that if you're on the fence about buying the item? Buy it anyway. Bandai does not re-release TWE items (or I've never seen them do it), so if you think you'll ever possibly want one, buy it now. Getting in a pre-order, and deciding later that you don't need it will save you a lot of money over skipping the pre-order, and deciding later that you really want one. Ask anyone who missed out buying Ozma's VF-25S armor pack about how they feel. These days, I pretty much purchase any TWE Macross item as a rule, whether I think I'll need one or not, because the demand for them will always be there. Edited June 5, 2019 by Chronocidal Quote
HardlyNever Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 My missiles finally shipped from NY. Ordered back in December, if that info is useful. Quote
canklebreaker Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 That eBay seller who was selling for $248 shipped bumped is price to $288 Quote
NeoVanguard Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 11 minutes ago, DYRL VF-1S said: No offense, but this has been answered a million times. So for any noobs (which I still consider myself one) take the time to search in the thread or familiarize yourself with the searching field on the forum. You can search a keyword in a topic, thread, etc. To answer your question, June 7th. Thanks, The conversions dialog went though so fast that even searching for strike packs takes a couple of pages to come thru. I am assuming the same JST time as the 1S release? Quote
oshanmacross Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 33 minutes ago, jenius said: No, the strike parts are a Tamashi Web Exclusive. The 1S was regular release. Oh God! Quote
Alphahorizon Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 (edited) Okay...switching it to move this conversation along. Speculation on what coming after the 1S in Nov? Or what is next "Most desired" release? Was the 1J a flook or test subject? Because it seems like the window between that and the 1A versus the VF-1A to the 1S was a bigger difference in time between the first 2 releases. Edited June 5, 2019 by Alphahorizon Quote
HardlyNever Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 4 minutes ago, Alphahorizon said: Okay...switching it to move this conversation along. Speculation on what coming after the 1S in Nov? Or what is next "Most desired" release? Was the 1J a flook or test subject? Because it seems like the window between that and the 1A versus the VF-1A to the 1S was a bigger difference in time between the first 2 releases. My hot take on this line: This will only be 1J, 1S, and 1A variants (no vt-1, ve-1, or 1D). Most desired release is gotta be a Roy 1S. Next release will probably be a "lower popularity" release. Maybe a DYRL 1A of some flavor. Mass production type, even? I hope, and daresay even believe, TV Kakizaki will be made, and will be a TWE. Quote
orbitalharvest Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 i was travelling, and had slow-arse internet... i missed out, and am very sad about it... just gonna do some macross art to self therapy myself... any word on the strike pack ordering coming up in the next day or so? Quote
Matt Random Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 4 minutes ago, Alphahorizon said: Speculation on what coming after the 1S in Nov? Or what is next "Most desired" release? Maybe the DYRL Max 1A? Although having two Max 1As so close may not be a good idea. Maybe a TV Roy? I don't think they'll do a TV what's him name (last Vermillion guy) this soon after the TV Max 1-A. Maybe they'll throw a curve ball and do his DYRL 1A next. I don't think we'll see Max & Milia 1Js until the Max 1A is out. Or maybe the Max 1A was a more limited run since the 1J is in the queue. Quote
no3Ljm Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 9 minutes ago, Alphahorizon said: Okay...switching it to move this conversation along. Speculation on what coming after the 1S in Nov? Or what is next "Most desired" release? Was the 1J a flook or test subject? Because it seems like the window between that and the 1A versus the VF-1A to the 1S was a bigger difference in time between the first 2 releases. The VF-1J is not a test subject for Bandai. Think of it like the RX-78. It’s the icon figure for a show. Even though people will say that Roy’s 1S is the famous one, Hikaru’s 1J will always be the icon for SDFM. Same applies on Hikaru’s 1S for the DYRL Movie. In a sense, it’s the safe model to release. Just now, HardlyNever said: My hot take on this line: This will only be 1J, 1S, and 1A variants (no vt-1, ve-1, or 1D). Most desired release is gotta be a Roy 1S. Next release will probably be a "lower popularity" release. Maybe a DYRL 1A of some flavor. Mass production type, even? I hope, and daresay even believe, TV Kakizaki will be made, and will be a TWE. It’s very hard to claim that Kaki’s Valk ‘will be’ a TWE until an official announcements that it’s going to be made happens first. But yeah, the safe releases or sould I say the more chances it’s going to sell is going to come from the Vermillion or Skull Squadron Valkyries. Quote
no3Ljm Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 8 minutes ago, orbitalharvest said: any word on the strike pack ordering coming up in the next day or so? In case you missed the few posts above you, the preorder for that is going to open on June 7. Quote
tjdetweiler Posted June 5, 2019 Posted June 5, 2019 (edited) https://p-bandai.jp/item/item-1000135484/ Link up - looks like swappable Marks - green, black, red, blue (Correct me if I'mr wrong) Strike/Super pack Edited June 6, 2019 by tjdetweiler Quote
F360 Posted June 6, 2019 Posted June 6, 2019 6 minutes ago, tjdetweiler said: https://p-bandai.jp/item/item-1000135484/ Link up - looks like swappable Marks - green, black, red (Correct me if I'mr wrong) Strike/Super pack yup.. Appeared work Movie version Macross: do you remember love ・ Main item contents ・ Strike pack set ・ Scull mark parts 4 ・ HMMP-02 Micro missile pod (left) ・ Base attachment for fighter Quote
DYRL VF-1S Posted June 6, 2019 Posted June 6, 2019 (edited) 11 minutes ago, tjdetweiler said: https://p-bandai.jp/item/item-1000135484/ Link up - looks like swappable Marks - green, black, red (Correct me if I'mr wrong) Strike/Super pack I can’t see it in the states. P-Bandai always pushes to the US site which doesn’t carry macross Edit: works in safari but not chrome. Edited June 6, 2019 by DYRL VF-1S Quote
Lolicon Posted June 6, 2019 Posted June 6, 2019 Looks like they really will do the entire movie squadron. No 013 which means you'll have to buy another later for Hikaru's 1A. Quote
DYRL VF-1S Posted June 6, 2019 Posted June 6, 2019 22 minutes ago, F360 said: yup.. Appeared work Movie version Macross: do you remember love ・ Main item contents ・ Strike pack set ・ Scull mark parts 4 ・ HMMP-02 Micro missile pod (left) ・ Base attachment for fighter Here is a translation. Looks like we know who they intend to release in the DYRL line... Quote
Saburo Posted June 6, 2019 Posted June 6, 2019 (edited) 29 minutes ago, F360 said: yup.. Appeared work Movie version Macross: do you remember love ・ Main item contents ・ Strike pack set ・ Scull mark parts 4 ・ HMMP-02 Micro missile pod (left) ・ Base attachment for fighter That sucks there is no Skull emblem for Hikaru's VF-1A - 011. Edited June 6, 2019 by Saburo Quote
F360 Posted June 6, 2019 Posted June 6, 2019 4 minutes ago, Saburo said: That sucks there is no Skull emblem for Hikaru's VF-1A - 011. .. I see that as a reason for Bandai to release a all in one DYRL VF-1A hikaru super/strike combo set later.. Quote
rdrunner Posted June 6, 2019 Posted June 6, 2019 34 minutes ago, Lolicon said: Looks like they really will do the entire movie squadron. No 013 which means you'll have to buy another later for Hikaru's 1A. Silly idea, but not entirely impossible: what if the red skull mark pieces are double sided, and one side is 011 and the other 001?? Quote
tjdetweiler Posted June 6, 2019 Posted June 6, 2019 33 minutes ago, DYRL VF-1S said: Here is a translation. Looks like we know who they intend to release in the DYRL line... Thanks bud! Quick question, I know that POs are live tomorrow, already ask proxy if they can order, would they be able to order it for me when it goes live? Or do I have to send them a link when the item goes live? Quote
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