MKT Posted May 8 Posted May 8 Max Factory Plamax 1/20 Lyn Minmay. Skipped when they were on PO, and even the reissues. But finally picked an original issue up, to be built on retirement. The new Basara & Mylene ones being previewed looks good though, & will likely get them. Quote
MKT Posted May 9 Posted May 9 7 hours ago, shazam said: Bandai Armor Plus EX-Gear (Alto Saotome Ver.) Love this. Quite some cool playability, and I like the idea of powered suit ever ready in hand when ejecting from cockpit. Quote
shazam Posted May 9 Posted May 9 4 hours ago, MKT said: Love this. Quite some cool playability, and I like the idea of powered suit ever ready in hand when ejecting from cockpit. This is a great little figure. The power suit looks great in pilot mode or worn for battle. Quote
arrow Posted May 10 Posted May 10 I had that but sold it. quite annoyed that they did not do another character since I like having at least a pair Quote
MKT Posted May 10 Posted May 10 48 minutes ago, arrow said: I had that but sold it. quite annoyed that they did not do another character since I like having at least a pair Yeah it is a shame they didn’t make more, at least an Ozma. Such a waste it being a one & done. Quote
MKT Posted May 10 Posted May 10 Bandai DX 1/65 VF-17D. Got this more out of curiosity, since been reading there's some good aspects to it compared to the later 1/60s. Quote
twich Posted May 10 Posted May 10 18 minutes ago, sh9000 said: DX YF-29 30th Memorial Color Version. This valkyrie was the first Macross Jet that I ordered from Mandarake. It is an awesome set, and the super packs add to it. My only complaint is the white skull squadron markings on white plastic really wash out and are hard to see. Twich Quote
MKT Posted May 10 Posted May 10 3 hours ago, twich said: This valkyrie was the first Macross Jet that I ordered from Mandarake. It is an awesome set, and the super packs add to it. My only complaint is the white skull squadron markings on white plastic really wash out and are hard to see. Twich I would argue that the white skull isn't really missed, as the rest of the scheme already look so nice. Quote
shazam Posted May 10 Posted May 10 (edited) Banpresto Special Quality Figure Macross 30th Anniversary Sheryl Nome, Ranka Lee and Mylene Jenius figures. Just missing the Lynn Minmay figure. Edited May 10 by shazam Quote
MKT Posted May 10 Posted May 10 6 hours ago, shazam said: Banpresto Special Quality Figure Macross 30th Anniversary Sheryl Nome, Ranka Lee and Mylene Jenius figures. Just missing the Lynn Minmay figure. I like these figures too, yet I’ve never felt compelled to complete the set with Minmay. It feels weird to have the OG idol donning others’ costumes, but that’s just me. Quote
shazam Posted May 10 Posted May 10 (edited) 6 hours ago, MKT said: I like these figures too, yet I’ve never felt compelled to complete the set with Minmay. It feels weird to have the OG idol donning others’ costumes, but that’s just me. I think that is the reason I did not grab the Lyn Minmay figure in the first place is that she did not look like I had pictured her in my mind. I am happy with the current set even if I don't manage to get her. Edited May 10 by shazam Quote
sh9000 Posted May 11 Posted May 11 (edited) On 5/9/2024 at 7:59 PM, twich said: This valkyrie was the first Macross Jet that I ordered from Mandarake. It is an awesome set, and the super packs add to it. My only complaint is the white skull squadron markings on white plastic really wash out and are hard to see. Twich Were there any issues with it? I saw one displayed in Fighter mode but it was lopsided with crooked head lasers. lt might have been user error. Edited May 11 by sh9000 Quote
shazam Posted May 11 Posted May 11 Bandai DX Chogokin VF-27y Lucifer (Brera Type) Super Parts Set Quote
MKT Posted May 11 Posted May 11 4 hours ago, shazam said: Bandai DX Chogokin VF-27y Lucifer (Brera Type) Super Parts Set Nice purchase. VF-27 is one of those designs I appreciate more over time. I like how the wings, even with its own boosters, try to tuck away in Battroid as opposed to the 29. Also keep forgetting the top mounted booster is a drone in its own right.. Quote
twich Posted May 11 Posted May 11 1 hour ago, MKT said: Nice purchase. VF-27 is one of those designs I appreciate more over time. I like how the wings, even with its own boosters, try to tuck away in Battroid as opposed to the 29. Also keep forgetting the top mounted booster is a drone in its own right.. I wish they would release this as a revival! I would be on that in a New York minute! Twich Quote
MKT Posted May 12 Posted May 12 14 hours ago, twich said: I wish they would release this as a revival! I would be on that in a New York minute! Twich Agreed. Insta-buy just because it's so unique. Quote
twich Posted May 12 Posted May 12 (edited) On 5/10/2024 at 8:51 PM, sh9000 said: Were there any issues with it? I saw one displayed in Fighter mode but it was lopsided with crooked head lasers. lt might have been user error. Well, the Yf-29 was definitely well loved! The wings were very loose, as were the hip joints! I enjoy fighter mode, so it really wasn’t an issue i think a revival VF-27y with super packs and matte finish and some quality of life improvements, that thing would sell! I know I would want one! Twich Edited May 12 by twich Forgot my mind Quote
MacrossMania Posted May 12 Posted May 12 43 minutes ago, twich said: Well, the Yf-29 was definitely well loved! The wings were very loose, as were the hip joints! I enjoy fighter mode, so it really wasn’t an issue i think a revival VF-27y with super packs and matte finish and some quality of life improvements, that thing would sell! I know I would want one! Twich I'm probably an outlier on this one, but not a fan of the matte finish. Just feels cheap to me. The glossy finish reminds me of the old 1/55's. More of a toy look, but somehow more appropriate to the line. Not just mimicry for mimicry's sake, but diplomacy for the line. Like his livery is fit for a king, or a general, or an ambassador. Showing off. I like it. Quote
Sanity is Optional Posted May 13 Posted May 13 Matte/gloss, I think it depends on the paint scheme. For the more "racecar" paintjobs, like Delta squadron, and maybe the "hero" VF-27s I can see them with a gloss to go with the hot rod paintjobs. For the grunt paintjob like the VF-171 and VF-31A a matte definitely looks better. Quote
sh9000 Posted May 14 Posted May 14 On 5/5/2024 at 12:20 PM, MacrossMania said: These models play a critical role in filling out the Macross universe that existed in the 80's. Of course the toys anchor the whole franchise, but the models were really the imaginative element that made the cartoon "real" for me as a kid. Dark, foreboding, filled with danger and risk. The box art somehow brought to life the darker elements of the franchise far more than the toys did. Although they were fun, the toys were more just play things in line with the cartoons. The models were reality smacking you in the face. In that sense, I think they are critical representations of Macross during that time period. Definitely worth collecting for that reason. I'm glad I found another one. It was a good recent Macross purchase. I like the box art too. Quote
shazam Posted May 16 Posted May 16 (edited) Bandai DX Chogokin YF-29 Durandal Valkyrie Ozma Lee Type GE-64 plus Super Parts It's pirate hat time! Edited May 16 by shazam Quote
Raikkonen Posted May 16 Posted May 16 On 5/11/2024 at 6:36 AM, MKT said: Another Yamato GNU-Dou VF-X2 VF-11b. From where did you get that necklace/bracelet from? I'm always looking for such merch. Quote
MKT Posted May 16 Posted May 16 1 hour ago, shazam said: Bandai DX Chogokin YF-29 Durandal Valkyrie Ozma Lee Type GE-64 plus Super Parts It's pirate hat time! Yeah that pirate head is probably the best looking head of any VF.. I do wonder if it should have been given to the 30th Memorial ver., in keeping with the skull theme lol 1 hour ago, Raikkonen said: From where did you get that necklace/bracelet from? I'm always looking for such merch. Got it from Mandarake. I don't specifically look for these trinkets, but only if I happen to be buying something else & so bundle it in if they happen to be available. That said, this strap is one of the nicer ones to me since its all metal, rather than the many PVC ones. Quote
Raikkonen Posted May 16 Posted May 16 3 hours ago, MKT said: Got it from Mandarake. I don't specifically look for these trinkets, but only if I happen to be buying something else & so bundle it in if they happen to be available. That said, this strap is one of the nicer ones to me since its all metal, rather than the many PVC ones. So epic. Can't find it anywhere... and Mandarake doesn't like shipping to Europe... Quote
MKT Posted May 16 Posted May 16 3 hours ago, Raikkonen said: So epic. Can't find it anywhere... and Mandarake doesn't like shipping to Europe... I think Mandarake doesn't seem to like trading much on small stuff like trinkets, acrylics, gashapons.. which is why there isn't really much on their site. The good thing is they are usually the cheapest on these items when they do come in stock, but at same time that is likely also the reason why they don't come much into stock in first place. I think places like Mercari JP & Surugaya JP usually have more of these items available in higher frequency, but prices may vary quite a bit from Mandarake, on top of which got to add-in proxy costs.. Quote
MKT Posted May 17 Posted May 17 Gotta appreciate how much the newer HMR boxes are better than the older ones. The viewing window is now moved to the back, so we can appreciate Tenjin's art in full and make awesome display pieces in their own right. I wish the larger DX boxes have the same great art style. Quote
Froy Posted May 17 Posted May 17 Max and Milia Hi Metals. Post man just delivered Max a few minutes ago. Milia was sitting in its shipping box for like 3 weeks. Was waiting to unpack both of them together. Milia is sealed. Max was listed as used and box damaged with missing piece. The missing was the neck filler piece but it is installed on the battroid. For 10000 yen it is very good. This morning just nabbed a VT-1. Hope to have it in hands next week. Now I'm only down to the VF-4G. Quote
sh9000 Posted May 17 Posted May 17 1 hour ago, Froy said: Max and Milia Hi Metals. Post man just delivered Max a few minutes ago. Milia was sitting in its shipping box for like 3 weeks. Was waiting to unpack both of them together. Milia is sealed. Max was listed as used and box damaged with missing piece. The missing was the neck filler piece but it is installed on the battroid. For 10000 yen it is very good. This morning just nabbed a VT-1. Hope to have it in hands next week. Now I'm only down to the VF-4G. Congrats. Quote
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