mantisfists Posted January 28, 2022 Posted January 28, 2022 I preordered but it looks like the legs only rotate and don't bend at the knees. Articulation wise, that'd be a huge disappointment for me, if that's the case. Quote
Podtastic Posted January 28, 2022 Posted January 28, 2022 15 hours ago, sh9000 said: I want that articulated Zentradi Soldier as well. Same. But damn, 7.5 cm is much smaller than I wanted these Zentraedi soldiers to be, unless their still going to do other figs separately . No mention of the Soldier coming with a rifle? 15 hours ago, Convectuoso said: I may get one just for the pilot I may get 2 just for the pilot. 5 hours ago, jvmacross said: I would have been satisfied with a rubber figurine That would kill the deal for me. 5 hours ago, jvmacross said: "articulated" It better be. "One unit of Gluu-Ger is included (Stands 7.5cm high, fully poseable articulation)" Quote
Big s Posted January 28, 2022 Posted January 28, 2022 I want to see more of the soldier included. The regult goes the extreme opposite of hasegawa and looks a bit chunky. The Bandai one is right in the middle Quote
tekering Posted January 28, 2022 Posted January 28, 2022 7 hours ago, Big s said: The regult goes the extreme opposite of hasegawa and looks a bit chunky. The Bandai one is right in the middle And for the same 1:72 scale, you could buy five Hasegawa Regults for the price of one Kitz Concept toy (or six Bandai Regults, for that matter). Mind you, neither of them come with a little pilot figure. Quote
sh9000 Posted January 28, 2022 Posted January 28, 2022 14 hours ago, Podtastic said: Same. But damn, 7.5 cm is much smaller than I wanted these Zentraedi soldiers to be, unless their still going to do other figs separately. Because they included a drawing of the Zentradi Soldier next to their Regult, I was hoping that thier listing had a typo and the figure was supposed to be 7” tall. Hopefully they are still going to release their separate 6” Zentradi Soldier like they mentioned in the past. Quote
Podtastic Posted January 28, 2022 Posted January 28, 2022 2 hours ago, sh9000 said: Because they included a drawing of the Zentradi Soldier next to their Regult, I was hoping that thier listing had a typo and the figure was supposed to be 7” tall. On the positive side maybe the figure REALLY is in scale .I.e. actually fits in the cockpit. 2 hours ago, sh9000 said: Hopefully they are still going to release their separate 6” Zentradi Soldier like they mentioned in the past. Fingers crossed. 😬🤞 Quote
tekering Posted January 29, 2022 Posted January 29, 2022 4 hours ago, sh9000 said: I was hoping that thier listing had a typo and the figure was supposed to be 7” tall. I'd assumed the same. 7.5cm is literally HALF the size a 1:72 Zentraedi soldier is supposed to be... and they were usually depicted even larger in the anime. Their figure won't even scale with HMR toys! Oh well, money saved. Quote
jenius Posted January 29, 2022 Posted January 29, 2022 Ah the ol' catch 22 of the Battlepod pilot. You can't make a pilot that would possibly fit in the vehicle that would be the appropriate size... but if you don't include a pilot people hold it against you... and if you do include a pilot it will have to be way too small and people will hold it against you. So new Robotech canon... the lid of the battlepod is surrounded by the Zentraedi size changing tech. When you go in, it micronizes you a bit, when you come out, it macronizes you a bit. Quote
pengbuzz Posted January 30, 2022 Posted January 30, 2022 From the facial expression, poor Roy looks like he sat down awfully hard on something rather uncomfortable!!! Quote
pengbuzz Posted January 30, 2022 Posted January 30, 2022 On 1/28/2022 at 9:09 PM, jenius said: Ah the ol' catch 22 of the Battlepod pilot. You can't make a pilot that would possibly fit in the vehicle that would be the appropriate size... but if you don't include a pilot people hold it against you... and if you do include a pilot it will have to be way too small and people will hold it against you. So new Robotech canon... the lid of the battlepod is surrounded by the Zentraedi size changing tech. When you go in, it micronizes you a bit, when you come out, it macronizes you a bit. Or make a pilot that's ridiculously hunched over and crammed in there! Quote
Podtastic Posted January 31, 2022 Posted January 31, 2022 9 hours ago, jvmacross said: Well exactly. Anyone remember how small Plastic Cretins had to make the HMR Glaug pilot for him to actually fit? So how large could they make the figure and have you be still be able to take it in and out of the cockpit (assuming it is meant for that) without having to disassemble the Regult? Quote
tekering Posted January 31, 2022 Posted January 31, 2022 2 hours ago, Podtastic said: So how large could they make the figure and have you be still be able to take it in and out of the cockpit (assuming it is meant for that) without having to disassemble the Regult? Nearly four decades later, and it's still the only viable solution. Quote
mantisfists Posted January 31, 2022 Posted January 31, 2022 I asked KC if they were planning on releasing a larger pilot separately that scales better with their VTs and they said they're currently trying to develop the included pilot to be bigger but if it doesn't work out, they'll look into releasing a bigger figure. Sounds like the numbers are just place holders as they try and figure things out. I love how open they are with their processes and really appreciate how willing they are to answer whatever question you ask. Quote
Podtastic Posted February 2, 2022 Posted February 2, 2022 On 1/31/2022 at 9:44 PM, mantisfists said: I asked KC if they were planning on releasing a larger pilot separately that scales better with their VTs and they said they're currently trying to develop the included pilot to be bigger but if it doesn't work out, they'll look into releasing a bigger figure. Sounds like the numbers are just place holders as they try and figure things out. I love how open they are with their processes and really appreciate how willing they are to answer whatever question you ask. Did they indicate whether they are going to produce both the heavy and light armour? Quote
CoryHolmes Posted February 2, 2022 Posted February 2, 2022 15 hours ago, Convectuoso said: "Hey, Ben! Fire your missles at 12 o'clock!" "What for?" "Nevermind what for, just do it!" "Okay, okay." Quote
mantisfists Posted February 2, 2022 Posted February 2, 2022 2 hours ago, Podtastic said: Did they indicate whether they are going to produce both the heavy and light armour? I only asked about the light armored figure that they had silhouetted and if they were going to make a larger version to scale better with the mech. I didn't even think to ask about any other Zentran figures. They said they were focusing on developing the light armored "Gluu-Ger" included with the battle pod, then move on to a larger figure if needed. Quote
Podtastic Posted February 2, 2022 Posted February 2, 2022 (edited) On 2/2/2022 at 6:33 AM, CoryHolmes said: "Hey, Ben! Fire your missles at 12 o'clock!" "What for?" "Nevermind what for, just do it!" "Okay, okay." Rick " Belay that order! You can't fire missiles in Battroid mode, Max are you crazy?!" On 2/2/2022 at 8:49 AM, mantisfists said: I only asked about the light armored figure that they had silhouetted and if they were going to make a larger version to scale better with the mech. I didn't even think to ask about any other Zentran figures. They said they were focusing on developing the light armored "Gluu-Ger" included with the battle pod, then move on to a larger figure if needed. I'll ask them. Ok they havent decided whether they are going to release a larger figure, or whether its going to be both armour types yet. It is confirned that the pilot is scaled to fit inside the pod. Edited February 4, 2022 by Podtastic Quote
jvmacross Posted February 5, 2022 Posted February 5, 2022 My VF-1A's and VF-1S Roy 2.0 arrived.....just some packaging pics for now Quote
jvmacross Posted February 5, 2022 Posted February 5, 2022 (edited) OK...so since I had been one of the fans that had requested KitzConcept to consider re-releasing a V2.0 of their VF-1S Fokker...I will start with the VF-1S Roy Fokker.... First up are some Battroid pics.... Quick first impressions.....it definitely is an improvement over the first release....and it also feels like an improvement over the VF-1J, which was the first V2... I feel like this is more of a V 2.X....it just feels very well put together and of better quality than the VF-1J V2.0....my biggest issues that still remained in the V 2.0 seemed to have been finally resolved with improvements to tabs that hold hold everything together much better....especially in Gerwalk, which I will post up some pics of later.... With that said, at 1/72 scale, it does feel a bit more "delicate" than say the Yamato 1/60 and obviously the Bandai "DX"....but as someone who doesn't transform of swoop their VFs around too much, they are excellent to pose and admire...it definitely passes the infamous "shake test"...LOL.... I have not had a chance to compare the tampo between the VF-1S V 1.0 and this new V 2.X, but the tampo seems better too....there are small details and even different paint applications being used that seem different from the previous release....the tampo on the KC VF-1's has always been impressive.... Kitz Concept's 1/72 VF-1 line is getting better with each release....this is the way! Edited February 5, 2022 by jvmacross Quote
Stampeed Valkyrie Posted February 5, 2022 Author Posted February 5, 2022 (edited) @jvmacross Very cool, mine are also apparently en route.. glad to see they are arriving. Now to point out something that MY said to me in the last email correspondence.. I was given the option to hold on the Roy VF-1S v2 because they noted this as a possible problem. Looking at the pictures @jvmacross posted it really doesn't look all that bad. TBH is not really noticeable unless someone points it out. KC plans on addressing this issue in their next batch for those wondering. Edited February 5, 2022 by Stampeed Valkyrie Quote
jvmacross Posted February 5, 2022 Posted February 5, 2022 Vermillion Squadron Assemble!!! I really like the colors they chose for both the "Ben" and "Max" VF-1As.....I think the Bandai DX nailed the blue on the TV Max -1A, but KC's looks very nice....the tampo also helps the overall look... I just have a couple of nitpicks, which are mostly in regards to "canon" paint schemes....I believe both the TV Ben and Max VF-1A's are not supposed to have stripes on the "forearm" section of the arm...also, I believe the rear leg stabilizer's colors should be flipped...with the white being on the bottom and colored bit on top, as shown with the VF-1J....as for the mold, the new head sculpts look good, but I am not a fan of the "large" lower neck part....it could have been a bit smaller, not sure why they made it so large, I do not think functionally it needed to be so large, as evident in the lower neck part of the VF-1J and the V 2.X VF-1S..... Overall, I really like what KC is doing with the line...will definitely pick up the Max and Millia Super VF-1J's and I am hoping for at least a VF-1D to complete the 1/72 line, but wouldn't mind other canon variants, like the Cavaliers, Alaska Base, and Angel Birds....otherwise, I am looking forward to their, GBP armor, Regult and Destroids.....plus an update to their large scale TV SDF-1.... These feel more "delicate" than the HMRs.....almost like models, in fact they remind me of an updated HCM.....IMO, the HMR is more like a toy, thus it feels more "durable" or at minimum, does not feel like it may break if "mis-handled"....Although I know this KC VF-1 has just about the same posability as a DX, I don't feel like "going there" and end up breaking something.....perhaps I am just overly cautious due to my previous experience with the VF-1J......luckily for me, I am more into transforming a VF and leaving it alone as a display piece....if you like constantly transforming your VFs, then these are probably not for you, as I think repeat transformation will either lead to floppiness or outright breakage.....although we'll probably never have another Chunky Monkey VF-1, in terms of durability, there definitely is a ranking for this attribute for those that own a sample from each of the available "modern" VF-1 iterations...with that said, IMO the KC definitely would rank at the bottom, if that sort of thing precludes you from buying a release of any present or future VF-1 PT collectible, then you probably want to stay away from the KC VF-1's....if not, then these are excellent options if you want something bigger than an HMR with all of the potential articulation offered by a Bandai DX, but not as huge Quote
jvmacross Posted February 5, 2022 Posted February 5, 2022 4 minutes ago, Stampeed Valkyrie said: @jvmacross Very cool, mine are also apparently en route.. glad to see they are arriving. Now to point out something that MY said to me in the last email correspondence.. I was given the option to hold on the Roy VF-1S v2 because they noted this as a possible problem. Looking at the pictures @jvmacross posted it really doesn't look all that bad. TBH is not really noticeable unless someone points it out. KC plans on addressing this issue in their next batch for those wondering. Yes, I was told the same thing.....it did not bother me...a Bandai "100" type of mistake would have been worse.... However, I actually find the "extra" arm stripe and flipped colors on the leg stabilizers to be more "egregious"...not sure if that would have given me more pause...especially if confronted with the option for a future release with "corrections" made..... I have not pointed this out to KC yet, but will probably mention it to them later.....not a huge deal I suppose, an easy fix for someone with some kit painting skills...sadly that would not be me..LOL Quote
jenius Posted February 5, 2022 Posted February 5, 2022 Well, this gives KC the chance to make some minor paint changes next time they decide to make more of these schemes to make both versions collectable! I have a Max and Roy on the way. I ordered the others from BBTS 'cause I needed a way to PO without paying up front... too broke for all those simultaneous POs! Quote
jvmacross Posted February 5, 2022 Posted February 5, 2022 And now for some Gerwalk action..... My biggest complaint on the KC VF-1 since the very start has been the lack of a decent tabbing solution for the intake to main body of the VF-1 in Gerwalk mode....V2 tweaked the various tabs and improve the over all fit in battroid and fighter mode, but at least in my sample...the Gerwalk was still a floppy bird.... This current release seems to have made an additional tweak of that problematic tab used mainly in Gerwalk mode...it now seems to tab in firmly and does not keep "popping out" with the slightest nudge....in fact, it holds steady even with a moderately vigorous "shake test"....which makes me feel that the latest batch of KC 1/72 VF-1's are more V 2.X than the V 2.0 which was the VF-1J release...in any case, Gerwalk mode IMO has always been a strong point for the KC VF-1, but the added fitment in this mode makes it even more enjoyable.....Gerwalk mode is arguably the most Macross thing about the VF-1, so it is good that KC has done a great job in representing this mode for their 1/72 VF-1 line.... My only remaining complaints on this mode are more of less the same I have had about it before, along with fighter mode....those goofy paint apps used for the cockpit. The "chrome-looking" paint used for the pilot seat and display panel area sort of look "cheap"...I do not think I have brought this up to KC, but I suppose anyone with some painting skills could easily paint them in more appropriate colors....again, sadly that is not me... For the most part, I have kept mine in Battroid mode, but Gerwalk is actually my favorite mode for these KC valks, so it sort of bothers me....I hope they do not carry over this aesthetic with the Destroid, Regult or SDF-1...in particular the SDF-1 since it seems that their prototype seemingly went all in on this chrome paint motif...guess I should say something to KC about it, I can't be the only one that does not like it....Oh and I have not tried the lighting gimmicks, but they seem pretty much unchanged from the VF-1J release... Quote
Convectuoso Posted February 6, 2022 Posted February 6, 2022 19 hours ago, jvmacross said: I believe the rear leg stabilizer's colors should be flipped It's always been a problem with KC. Their SD figures had the exact same mistake Quote
jvmacross Posted February 6, 2022 Posted February 6, 2022 17 hours ago, Big s said: Roy looks very purple yep..... Quote
jvmacross Posted February 6, 2022 Posted February 6, 2022 5 hours ago, Convectuoso said: It's always been a problem with KC. Their SD figures had the exact same mistake yep....decided to send them a pic about it along with the actual colored lineart...maybe they'll fix it if there is another run..... Quote
Corrinald Posted February 6, 2022 Posted February 6, 2022 Other than the horrendous looking neck on the 1A figures, they look great. Looks like each production run is making some nice improvements and I am looking forward to additional releases and improvements. I suggested they make Alaska Base 1A figures because nobody else has ever produced them. Thank for all the great pictures! Mine and stuck somewhere in the USPS quagmire along with some other packages that have been MIA all week...hoping they show up soon. Quote
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