Anasazi37 Posted April 19, 2004 Posted April 19, 2004 This custom was commissioned by xstoys. He asked for something pretty unique. He wanted: - A Version 1 Minmay Guard valk with Version 2 armor coloring - Version 1 detailing on the armor and weapons (like the MG Strike I did for min) - Both Strike and Super capability I had a lot of fun making this one. I also didn't sleep much and drank way too much coffee in the process. The biggest challenge was aligning the tire tread pattern on the chestplate with that on the various FAST Pack parts. It turned out better than I thought it would. I'm posting A LOT of big pictures, so many apologies in advance to those of you on slow modem connections. Fighter Quote
mechaninac Posted April 19, 2004 Posted April 19, 2004 (edited) You, sir, are absofreakinlutely amazing! Edited April 19, 2004 by mechaninac Quote
Blaine23 Posted April 19, 2004 Posted April 19, 2004 It would appear that Minmay doesn't really need to worry about lack of guarding. Yet another great one, Anasazi. Quote
Myersjessee Posted April 19, 2004 Posted April 19, 2004 Gorgeous! Nice work Devin! Congrats Tony! Quote
Mechamaniac Posted April 19, 2004 Posted April 19, 2004 Awesome, except that all of the armor is painted except the booster packs, which makes them stick out like a sore thumb. Any valk pilot that had customized his stuff to that level would not stop at the booster packs I think. Nonetheless, you've done an awesome job of rendering someone's dream into reality. Sweet. Quote
Anasazi37 Posted April 19, 2004 Author Posted April 19, 2004 Awesome, except that all of the armor is painted except the booster packs, which makes them stick out like a sore thumb.Any valk pilot that had customized his stuff to that level would not stop at the booster packs I think. Nonetheless, you've done an awesome job of rendering someone's dream into reality. Sweet. Well, actually, the front parts of the boosters do match the white of the leg armor, but I do agree that they stand out. I didn't like the MG 2 when Hasegawa first released it, but between working on this custom and creating 1/48 decals for the MG 2 (one of Kurt's next customs for the Bling Bling King), it has grown on me quite a bit.... Quote
Mechamaniac Posted April 19, 2004 Posted April 19, 2004 Yeah, it looks awesome, don't get me wrong!! It's just the main portion of the boosters that is still darker than most of the other armor parts. Strangest thing though is that with all that white, and accented gray, it's starting to look like a Gundam to me. Quote
Wicked Ace Posted April 19, 2004 Posted April 19, 2004 Excellent work! I can't imagine how long it took to get all the waterslide decals to line up properly. Quote
to177 Posted April 20, 2004 Posted April 20, 2004 Lots of props goes out to Anasazi37, Jung, Kurt & all custom builders in here! You guys do great job! Keep them coming please! to177 Quote
Kurt Posted April 20, 2004 Posted April 20, 2004 Very nice Devin. I have just finished stripping the paint off a 1S in anticipation of your decals being delivered. I will keep everyone posted on the progress. Quote
izzyfcuk Posted April 20, 2004 Posted April 20, 2004 That's it, i want one too, is he is taking orders? Quote
Powered Convoy Posted April 20, 2004 Posted April 20, 2004 Absolutely Gorgeous! Man, I can't believe the work you must have put into that to get it look so nice. Excellent job! Randy Quote
JValk Posted April 20, 2004 Posted April 20, 2004 ARGHHH!!! AMAZING!!!! I WANT IT!!!! Great job! I'm becoming a MW customizer groupie! Quote
Anasazi37 Posted April 20, 2004 Author Posted April 20, 2004 Very nice Devin. I have just finished stripping the paint off a 1S in anticipation of your decals being delivered. I will keep everyone posted on the progress. Do you mean these decals? I just put the finishing touches on them today. I'll be printing out a set in a few minutes. Quote
Neova Posted April 20, 2004 Posted April 20, 2004 Devin, Fantasic Job. Absolutely your BEST so far! Keep it up Mad Customizer! Quote
LePoseur Posted April 20, 2004 Posted April 20, 2004 Awesome work. Abso-flipping-lutely outstanding. Man.... and I thought I'd be content with a 1/48 Kakizaki custom... desire enflamed... wallet aching. Quote
MrDisco Posted April 20, 2004 Posted April 20, 2004 although i'm not a fan of the colour scheme, it goes without saying you are very talented. thanks for sharing your amazing your work. Quote
sbarrett4 Posted April 20, 2004 Posted April 20, 2004 Wow! That is fantastic work. Any chance of getting fast pack decals for 1/55? My MG is starting to look bare compared to all these 1/48's Quote
xstoys Posted April 20, 2004 Posted April 20, 2004 Aaaahhhh for me??? How come I'm always the last to know! Beautiful! I can't wait ot get it! Thanks a million Devin! I love it! xstoys Quote
ChristopherB Posted April 20, 2004 Posted April 20, 2004 Devin, Wow! Wonderful job! You have mad skills dog. Sincerely, Christopher Quote
Anasazi37 Posted April 20, 2004 Author Posted April 20, 2004 Wow! That is fantastic work. Any chance of getting fast pack decals for 1/55? My MG is starting to look bare compared to all these 1/48's Hmmm....well, it wouldn't be too difficult to design armor decals for the 1/55 MG, but I don't know how much interest there would be (besides yours, of course). I've only sold a handful of the 1/55 MG sets so far and that is a little disheartening considering how much work went into creating them. I'm not sure I can justify taking time away from my current lineup of custom valk orders and the Koenig Monster commission to work on a set like that right now. Maybe later this year if things slow down a bit.... Quote
g3173 Posted April 21, 2004 Posted April 21, 2004 Hey Devin, Awesome work! I can't wait to get my grubby little hands on those MG 2 decals! They look amazing as always!!! Regards, Gene Quote
JValk Posted April 21, 2004 Posted April 21, 2004 hmm....if i ever can afford a craptastic cheap but customizable 1/48, any version...then have your decal magic to make a Minmay Guard Paris Version...*saves pennies* Quote
Jung Posted April 21, 2004 Posted April 21, 2004 Very nice! I like this new paint scheme, yellow cav armour, very unique OOOOOOOOOHhhh, looks like your moon act is almost done, can't wait! Quote
Anasazi37 Posted April 21, 2004 Author Posted April 21, 2004 OOOOOOOOOHhhh, looks like your moon act is almost done, can't wait! They are officially done now. I printed out a set and they look really good. Gene commissioned the decals for a custom Kurt is making for him. I don't know about their general availability yet, but will keep everyone posted as I know more. Just a quick heads up to everyone: I'll most likely be taking orders for decal and sticker sets next week, so start thinking about what you want to purchase. The order window, as usual, will be one week. Quote
crazypakan Posted April 22, 2004 Posted April 22, 2004 I dig all the customs that are being made, but this...this is amazing. I'm stunned. Too amazing for words. Quote
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