ROBOT DAMASHII GENERAL
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See first reply for links to images of upcoming releases and other helpful info!
Upcoming regular retail releases:
-Zaku II, Char Custom A.N.I.M.E. ver. (Mar. 19th)
-Doraemon, Movie ver. (Mar. 26th)
-Dom, A.N.I.M.E. ver. (Apr. 2016)
-Gundam Barbatos (Apr. 2016)
-Zaku II, A.N.I.M.E. ver. (May 2016)
-Gundam Kimaris (May 2016)
-Destiny Impulse (June 2016)
-Qubeley (June 2016)
-Gouf, A.N.I.M.E. ver. (July 2016)
-Zaku Warrior, Lunamaria Custom (July 2016)
-Guncannon, A.N.I.M.E. ver. (Aug. 2016)
Current open Tamashii Web exclusive preorders:
â–ºOrder Deadline TBA
-Heavy Metal Greia (June 2016)
-Refind Barzam (June 2016)
-Villkiss, Final Battle Ver. (June 2016)
-Neofam (July 2016)
Other Tamashii Nations mecha toy discussion is also more than welcome!
>>5515137
Bandai's official RD page with images and release dates:
http://tamashii.jp/item_brand/robot_tamashii/
Excellent, comprehensive RD list:
http://z11.invisionfree.com/Gundam/index.php?showtopic=815
>>5511284
Ahhh, it looks so awesome and the cross compatability with the Refined Barzam is so cool. Really looking forward to those guys.
>>5511804
>>5511811
Holy crap, that looks amazing anon! More pics, please!
>>5514819
I can sympathize with ya anon, but at the same time I think I could do without, haha.
Well this guy is just too much god damn fun.
Even just kinda standing there, he looks fucking great.
This range of motion is outstanding.
I got one more after this.
The balance this guy has is pretty fucking solid. I don't really feel like there's a lot I can't do. And the shoulders are insane. I especially love the blue joint, it's a nice touch.
Overall I think I could give this figure a 9.5/10. The hands could be a little greener, and it would have been nice to have 6 vernier effects, so that you could fill all the slots at the same time. At least 4 so we could get all 4 on the feet. The seam on the head is almost completely unnoticeable, honestly if I didn't know about it before it showed up I'm not sure when I would have realized it existed. All this for 34 USD? What a fucking deal, man. I highly recommend it.
It's only February and I'm not sure anything else can top this for my toy of the year. I wasn't sure about the rest of the ANIME line but I've been sold.
Last one I promise. Dump is over.
>>5515252
Pretty much just sold me on a RX-78 dude. Where'd you get yours for $34? Will hopefully pick one up next week.
Did I miss the pre-order window on the black rick dias?
>>5515269
Yes. It ended on the 22nd.
Gonna have to wait for them to get released and pick one up off of Mandarake.
>>5515259
Pre-orders on Amiami were 3850 JPY before shipping. Still is, actually.
http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIGURE-014600
>>5515279
Damn alright, hopefully I can since the other rick dias seems to be shelf warming.
>>5515279
When is release anyways? It's not on the top
>>5515233
>>5515252
Wow, amazing run down, anon! I had been planning to just pick up the Zeon suits, but I just added a RX-78 to my February order at AmiAmi.
>>5515306
Ah yeah, only open preorders are listed up top to prevent the OP from getting too overloaded (don't forget the link to release dates in the first reply though!).
Production Rick Dias comes out in May.
>>5515281
Hope they don't shoot up drastically between now and when I get paid
Don't think it's been posted here yet; sneak peek of the RD Force Impulse in one of the images for the RD Gunner Zaku Warrior.
>>5515918
Also a better look at the Zaku Warrior with the Destiny Silhouette equipped.
>>5515922
And with the Ootori Striker pack.
>>5515918
I hope the Sword and Blast Impulse aren't web exclusives...
>>5515918
Awesome. Was hoping for more Impulse. Glad its been confirmed. Hopefully its out in August.
>>5515941
I think Sword has a good chance of being a regular release, but I'm a bit more worried about Blast, since it seems to be the least popular of the three main forms. It also has the least amount of model kits out of the three. But as long as it gets released and doesn't get stuck in prototype hell I'll be happy, regular or web exclusive.
Think we will get a rerelease of the destiny gundam with upscaled proportions and better articulation? Love the one I have but it definitely shows its age as one of the earliest releases.
>>5515991
I don't know if we will, but I'd definitely want an updated Destiny Gundam that scales better with new CE stuff.
http://tamashii.jp/item/11306/
http://tamashii.jp/item/11307/
>>5515918
Force Impulse looks sexy. Definitely day-one-PO material. Now all that's needed is Rey's ZAKU to complete the Minerva trio (back when GSD was any good).
Gundammu!
Gun...s!
Great figure. Can't wait for Gouf.
>>5516006
>http://tamashii.jp/item/11306/
>6,480JPY
Not sure how I feel about that. The Dom can get away with it because of how big it is, but I'm not sure I can be okay with this given the Gundam was 1k cheaper, came with more stuff, and is probably about the same size. Not sure if I'll get it.
>>5516658
First one's always cheap to get you hooked.
That's no Zaku, anon. NO ZAKU!
http://nov.2chan.net/y/res/3488655.htm
http://nov.2chan.net/y/res/3488467.htm
>>5516974
so is the extra stick up the butt worth the money?
>>5517265
Improved sculpt or molding it seems. The panel lining looks crisper and the face looks different. Plus the face got a wash for the panel lines.
And better plastic color from the pictures. The original's plastic looks slightly translucent or something, not completely opaque on edges and corners.
>>5516982
>IJ will probably be exclusive. It doesn't look like Justice sold all that well. It's like 50% off at places like Amiami.
I'd still get it, even if it was exclusive.
More so, SF is in desperate need of an updated release.
>I doubt it. They wouldn't even rerelease Gurren Seiten. Wish I got it back in the day over Lancelot.
I still would like all four to have fight one another, and have two not dwarf the others.
I have some minor complaints on Guren Siten, but I'd say it is way better than the Lancelot Albion.
>>5517277
and looks like they fixed the spelling mistake on the stand
>>5517690
Long live Hassaway Bright.
>>5516437
He's a happy gundam
I'm probably slow-poking pretty hard here, but have you guys seen these?
http://tamashii.jp/item/11304/
http://tamashii.jp/item/11305/
These are exactly what I once wished for! Definitely picking up one of each set, just debating whether it'll be cheaper to wait and pick these up domestically with free shipping.
>>5516974
Nuu's review of the new Xi:
http://blog.livedoor.jp/hacchaka/archives/51973451.html
All that tampo detail is awesome, and I love the blue-ish tint added to the white. The body is still just bare plastic this time around, right? Can't tell for sure from Nuu's pictures. I had thought they were going to give it a matte finish this time like the other Ka Signature releases.
>>5520991
Wow I hadn't seen that actually, I want loads of those now.
>>5518587
is "hathaway the lightning" a thing?
or did they fuck up "hathaway's flash" again?
>>5515137
Where's the cheapest place to preorder a zaku char custom and is there any news on the metal gernsback stuff?
>>5521135
Apparently the Flash part of Hathaway's Flash can be translated as Bright. So the title could be interpreted as Hathaway Bright.
I sort of want God Gundam's RD but I imagine it's a bit small for a 60 dollar toy and I already have the HGUC (with a fucked up head but still).
Is he really worth the money? Maybe I'll save up and see if it's still there by the time I have the money for it since I did like Shining Gundam's RD
Okay help me out bros, I have never read the crossbone manga but I really dig the gundam, problem is which robot spirit is the definitive one to have? There's like 7 variants in total.
>>5521766
As someone who had to make do with the HGFC for the longest time, yes it is. It's a huge improvement unless you prefer the kit's derpified faux-Okawara lineart proportions and inaccurate head.
I can't tell you if he's worth 60 bux because I'm a moron and I pay through the nose for shit I want all the time.
>>5521766
He's worth 60 bucks. Just be careful with the arm guards, they swap out for the Burning Finger and they can be loose. I lost my normal one for the left arm damn near a month after I bought the fucker and haven't been able to find it since.
>>5521853
>derpified faux-Okawara lineart proportions and inaccurate head
I'm not quite sure what you mean. Regardless the RD does look better so hopefully I'll be able to nab one soon.
>>5521856
Thanks for the advice, sucks to hear about the armguard.
....And I assume we're never getting Spiegel/Shadow, right?
>>5521878
Only that the HGFC looks much closer to this but with a generic Gundam head/face belonging to some RX-78 clone.
>>5521821
Whichever one appeals to you the most. Just be aware that the newer ones come with crap-all for accessories, though if you can find one for cheap they're worth it.
>>5521821
There's no one single version that replicates Crossbone Gundam's ENTIRE arsenal.
>>5521766
I tried to sell mine in the last thread but the gentleman didn't respond. Are you interested? Not sure where you're seeing it for $60 but that certainly isn't the aftermarket price.
Nuu's review of RD Strike Rouge (Kira ver.) is up.
http://blog.livedoor.jp/hacchaka/archives/51973547.html
Bandai Day tonight
I'm real excited for the Gouf and Lunamaria's ZAKU Warrior.
>>5521955
Well I don't mind the arsenal, not really sure what it all entails as I'm not sure what's what but if I were to buy just one which one would be closest to the best in terms of accessories, articulation and scale.
>>5523220
Even that's hard to say. The newer Full Action ones have a better sculpt and better articulation but overall come with less and do less than the older ones. My personal favorite's the Full Cloth, but, if you're willing to shell out a bit, the Full Action X1 Kai is probably the best overall.
www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIGURE-017238
get dat 1st order bonus
I can decide whether I'm more excited for the Gouf or Lunamaria's ZAKU Warrior.
On one hand, Ramba Ral is my favorite 0079 character. On the other hand, the ZAKU looks great, and has so much potential with its Striker and Silhouette compatibility.
Really hoping we get the grunt version, because I will happily army build the ZAKU.
Ordered the new Xi off Mandarake along with a Converge Kshatriya. Fingers crossed for that order confirmation!
>>5522118
Man, that ORB tampo on the shoulder is so cool and that pack is pretty neat as well. Happy with the Perfect Strike and Strike Rouge I've already got, but if I see this guy cheap I may not be able to resist.
>>5523220
>>5523524
My vote goes to the Full Action X1 Kai as well. For me, the Crossbone is always about that cloak, and the FA's cloak is totally rad while the base figure is a big improvement sculpt-wise over the previous release. Here's one on Mandy for a not-too-terrible 6000JPY:
https://order.mandarake.co.jp/order/detailPage/item?itemCode=1028737943&ref=list
>>5522428
>>5523601
Same! I really hope the grunt ZAKU ain't too far behind and I'd love to get a Gouf Ignited as well.
>>5523696
Ooh, the GOUF Ignited would be great. Either standard blue, or the Yzak or Heine colors, I'll take any.
As far as ZAKU goes, hopefully we also get the ZAKU Phantom.
Plus, for ZAKUs, its best we get a couple different so that the Slash and Blaze Wizard packs are available to us.
>>5523703
And a Lacus Concert ZAKU! :D
...too far? haha
>>5523711
Well, stranger things have happened.
Snagged Luna and Ramba at HLJ for 4800JPY a piece. 80 yen more than AmiAmi, but HLJ had other items like the new Figuarts and the Hi-Metal Destroid Monster for a couple hundred yen cheaper than AmiAmi.
Add in HLJ's better EMS rates on top of that and I'm pretty darn happy! :D
In case anyone else is looking to order on HLJ, here's Luna and Ramba:
http://hlj.com/product/BANN04075/Gun
http://hlj.com/product/BAN957304/Gun
And the Monster:
http://hlj.com/product/BANN05211/Act
Got my Gouf and ZAKU in. Overall, a successful Bandai Day for me. Got orders in for everything I wanted.
Does anyone have a spare arm for heavyarms I can bum or buy? The one that attaches to the machingun, not the important ones that attach the combat knife. My kid brother got onto my display shelf when he visited yesterday and lost a few pieces.
Drop me a line here and we can exchange emails, monitoring this thread.
Is the Turn-X RD any good? I have been thinking about for quite a while...
I am particularly interested in the translucent version.
I am not a fan of the Destiny ZAKUs--they do look cool, I guess, but not cooler than the OG. The lack of originality is a deal breaker for me, it's not a 'bad' design but a lazy one. Curiously, I think the Slash Zaku is a good design--funny how an add-on can change one's opinion on a design (for example: 00 7 Sword > 00 raiser).
My biggest gripe against it though was that it replaced the Ginn/Cgue/Guiaz line of MS. Those were pretty neat. They evoked Zakuness [and gelgoogness] without being a slavish copy of the OG.
I am happy for those who are looking forward to the Destiny ZAKU RDs---it is always nice to get the figure you like. My only hope is that this release opens up the possibility for Seed Grunts, the real MVPs of that franchise.
>>5523550
Got em.
Tamashii Stage Act 5 is out of stock, is the "COMBINATION" stage a good alternative?
>>5515140
Tell me about this Gundam. Is it better than the old release?
>>5525240
Yes. A thousand times yes.
>>5525243
In what ways? I'm tempted to order, but I've already got the other one.
>>5525240
Depends which "older release" you mean (there were two). The first had green hands which apparently couldn't grip its weapons properly, that was fixed for the second release which had grey hands.
The current release most definitely has the edge in scale and engineering but I'm kinda torn on the "ANIME" proportions. Go with your gut I guess.
>>5525439
I have the second one.
I just have Char's Zaku ordered and I don't want to feel like I should get a new Gundam to go with it.
>>5525472
Be aware that the current Zaku may be out of scale with older RX.
>>5525222
I too would like to know this.
Awwwwww yis. So glad this was redone properly.
>>5526710
What was wrong with the original?
>>5526712
Ugly face sculpt for one thing. The colors on the new one are way nicer too. Otherwise the mold is unchanged, which is fine. Unfortunately the tail missile pod is very heavy and needs another stand to be held up in a flying pose.
>>5525472
>>5525516
Char's Zaku is going to be the same height as the ver. ANIME Gundam (125mm), so it's definitely going to be a little taller than the old Gundam release (120mm).
>>5525222
I don't have any first-hand experience with the Combination Stages, but they seem solid enough, though they lack a ratchet joint for the main arm (which honestly, you don't reeeally need for most RDs).
That being said, HLJ has some Act 5s in stock:
http://hlj.com/product/BAN963155/Sup
>>5526710
Nice anon! Sent Mandarake payment for one last night myself! Think I'll probably display it without the missile pod most of the time too.
Got any other thoughts to share about it? How's the joint strength?
>>5525222
>>5526700
I have 3 sets. I don't recommend them at full price, but they should still be on Amiami for like 800 JPY or something like that, which is a great deal. You definitely can't do as much as you would expect from their modular nature, but it's fun to be able to put together bases and platforms of varying degree. It's not terribly strong though, and you'll need to be careful about balance.
Also, note with this pic, any RD that has attaches to the stand higher than the waist is going to have height difficulties. I certainly can't extend his legs down all the way, so posing becomes slightly limited.
All in all, get at least 2 sets if they're on sale. Only having 1 isn't really worth it, and they just get better the more you have. I'd pick it up over spending the 15-20 bucks Act 5's go for on Amazon.
>>5527836
>That being said, HLJ has some Act 5s in stock
>Discontinued
Why do you lie
![20160303_154153[1].png](https://i.imgur.com/Xh74aBk.png "20160303_154153[1].png")
u knoe
https://youtu.be/N_05K0uPfBg
>>5527952
Thanks for the insight, anon. Good point about the height clearance, didn't consider that!
>>5528301
Sorry, anon! They were still 'Low Stock' when I posted. ;_;
>>5529452
Hah, I'd buy it!
I'm so confused, what's the difference between ka signature and the normal robot spirits? Haven't been able to get a clear answer from google.
Any recommened sites for RDs? amazon is my usual shop but dont know if they might be any lesser known sites good for deals.
>>5529751
Pretty sure KA Signature just means they were designed by (Hajime) Katoki. I mean, I don't know this for a fact, but this is my assumption, especially since Katoki-designed gunpla are labeled "Ver. KA."
>>5529751
Ka Signature are RDs that have their design/production overseen by Hajime Katoki himself. There are three primary differences from regular RDs:
1.) Ka Signature are all approximately 1/144 scale, whereas regular RDs are non-scale.
2.) Ka Signature have additional paints apps and detail beyond the regular RD, with the majority of them having a matte painted finish over the entire figure (as opposed to the bare plastic of most regular RDs). Ka Signature also include a sheet of water-slide decals to really Katoki up the figure. This puts them a bit closer to being models, but they still have the great, smooth & strong articulation engineering of regular RDs.
3.) Ka Signature are always web exclusives, period.
And that's about the gist of it!
>>5529755
I'm guessing you're in the US? Anime-Island can sometimes be a pretty good site for preordering, as they have some deep preorder discounts. Their shipping costs can be steep though. BBTS is also a pretty good source for Bluefin releases (for me at least) because they don't charge me tax and they now offer SmartPost shipping which is dirt cheap.
Otherwise there's always importing from the usual suspects like HLJ, AmiAmi, HS, and Mandarake.
>>5524610
>Is the Turn-X RD any good?
nope
>>5529751
Hajime Katoki, a profilic mecha designer is personally involved in the Ka Signature line. It's like his ver. Ka gunpla, the previous FIX figuration line and composite ver. Ka line where he forced Bandai to make a bunny costume Haruhi.
Fugg.
Found a nice price on a lot of Fafner Mk. Sein, Elf, and Seiben
Unfortunately I already own Sieben.
How's the Justice Gundam guys? He's cheap right now and I'm tempted to pick him up.
>>5529751
>I'm so confused, what's the difference between ka signature and the normal robot spirits?
Ka signature toys are designed by Hajime Katoki. Over the past few years, there have been Master Grade Gundam kits that have a "Ver.Ka" at the end of their name, which are Gundam Model kits that were designed by Hajime Katoki, so the Ka signature line is the toy equivalent of this. Katoki's design asthetic has a number of trademarks: longer legs, smaller heads, warning markings by thruster nozzles. These things change the look of a mobile suit from the original lineart of how the mobile suit appeared originally in animation.
About 10 - 15 years ago there was a similiar toy line, "Gundam Fix", which were Gundam toys design exclusively by Hajime Katoki. The Ka signature line is the modern day successor to that line.
>>5530150
NO
BEAM
BOOMERANGS
HERESY
>>5530400
>NO BEAM BOOMERANGS
THIS. Otherwise it would be on my shelf.
>>5529807
>>5529797
>>5530396
Thanks guys that clears things up considerably, I like the idea but I hate those arbritrary distinctions like with what bandai pulled with the msia line into the extended line. The scale would be an issue for me.
>>5529807
>that character
>semen demon alert
>browses to find info about "Haruhi"
>info points to an intriguing series
>proceeds to DL
>doesn't need the weekend anyway
Thanks anon, I guess.
This little guy finally came in the mail today but I'm finding that with the armor on, the articulation goes to shit in a big way.
Both sets of hands are angled downward so even if the beam rifles DID fit into the hands, the hands simply pop off. The grip on both sets of hands is also extremely loose, this isn't an issue for the shield since it mounts on the forearm but this thing can't even hold a beam saber.
The shoulders are less of an issue but the problem is still there. To facilitate the giant thruster sets, each shoulder joint is joined to the torso by a roughly 3/4' peg. To attach the thrusters, the peg is inserted thru the thruster assembly like a washer, and then goes into the torso. Problem is, with that thruster in place, the peg isn't quite deep enough into the torso, so it just falls right out.
I'd like to not have to permanently glue this thing into one configuration or the other but im not seeing many options, hence the reason I came here. Ya'll seem the most knowledgeable on this kind of thing.
(Disclaimer: This is the first time I've dealt with anything besides the MSIA figs that became real popular in the late 90's/early 2000's)
Can't wait for A.N.I.M.E Kampfer and Alex
>>5530902
Don't play with my heart. :( I'd murder for a Kaempfer of any sort.
>>5530916
You'd think they would milk the Kampfer for all it's worth specially how it was well profiled as Kampfer Amazing.
>>5530599
How the ever loving fuck can you be on 4chan and not know who Haruhi is
>>5530855
A lot of the Fix Figs with heavy armour have that issue, but you can usually get them into place and get them to stay there. Just experiment with the order the armour goes on and experiment with the pose you want it in.
Some of the Fix Figs and the Zeonography figures are outstanding but some can be frustrating if you want anything other then a statue.
Just persist with it
Are there any good big, beefy RDs?
>>5531423
I remember this game I played the hell out of it.
>>5531066
Because it's been 10 years since the original anime aired and plenty of people have started coming to 4chan long after that show aired and the popularity dropped.
>>5531423
The Zwarth, Drumlo, Leprechaun, and Virunvee are all big and bulky.
>>5531423
>>5531809
I fucking love this thing
Other ones that come to mind: Sazabi, Xi, Penelope, Geymalk, and the normal Seravee
>>5531828
>When would you EVER use them?
When wouldn't you?
>>5531809
I know that Tieria sucked with melee on virtue but i think he is just overcompensating this time with seravee
>>5531809
OK what is this? I need it in my life
>>5532160
That's the Sevavee GNHW/3G + SEM, two separate web-exclusive figures. The SEM set is basically two extra Seraphim drones that hook onto the sides of its existing Seraphim backpack.
>>5529452
Too bad Nintendo hates us
forgive me for my ignorance but i just bought God Gundams RD, would this stand work for it?
>>5534269
Looks like that's just a Tamashii Stage Act 4, that or its something ripping off the Act 4. Either way, that looks like it'd work. You're expected to use the Act 5 with RDs, but except for the heaviest ones an Act 4 should be fine.
Here is to hoping they make the Ez-SR-MAXIMA, but I am guessing it is highly unlikely...
>>5515252
I'd say I have a HUGE problem with the hips. The piece that holds on the butt skirt armor is sectioned off into two bits, they both attach and push outward a great deal. This creates to problems, one from one of the halves being different than the other and not being the right width, requiring that the inner right hip joint be bent out, and another from the sockets holding in the butt skirt armor, which pushes out the actual hip joints from | to / (topdown view), making it so that once the hips are up all of the way, the skirt armor can't go in all of the way. Aside from that, the lack of fists is a huge problem, the torso articulation is garbage and the front skirt piece gets locked inside of the side skirt pieces all of the time. It's like they reached a point where they just didn't care anymore, or something, because the thing is otherwise incredible.
And with those, I'd only give this a 6.5/10. The wing suits trump this thing engineering and articulation wise, I don't know why they keep doing the inner swivel hips but they're always problematic.
>>5534748
Maybe you're just bad at posing man
>>5521945
They're both pretty problematic, but yeah the HGFC is much more accurate to that lineart. The RD has a series aesthetic in some poses, but overall the only figure so far that actually has some series proportions/design accuracy is Shining, especially in the head. This is obviously only for some animation frames in the show, since he's much bulkier sometimes and much thinner. I personally think building a Shining or even a God with the same proportions as the recent Crossbone would be glorious.
>>5534753
A fundamental engineering problem has nothing to do with posing. I don't even know why you brought it up, can you not read?
>>5534576
Given the entire premise of Build Fighters its likely we'll never see any RDs of anything specifically from those shows.
>>5531835
All the time
Got the A.N.I.M.E RX-78 in the other day and I'm really enjoying it. The accessories all work wonderfully, the range of motion is outstanding, and the sculpt is really doing it for me.
>>5534269
I would strongly suggest you get the Tamashii Stage Act 4 or Act 5, instead. RDs nowadays are designed to be fully compatible with Tamashii Stages, which means you're able to plug the stand directly into the RD. This is a much, much better way to support a figure rather than the claw in that stand you're looking at (Tamashii Stages also include claw adapters for use with figures that don't have the plug attachment).
It's just so much easier to pose the figure with the stand directly plugged into the figure, and it's way less obtrusive than a claw.
Particularly love how easy it is to get two-handed grip with his sabers. Looks so dang good!
>>5534748
>The piece that holds on the butt skirt armor is sectioned off into two bits, they both attach and push outward a great deal. This creates to problems, one from one of the halves being different than the other and not being the right width, requiring that the inner right hip joint be bent out, and another from the sockets holding in the butt skirt armor, which pushes out the actual hip joints from | to / (topdown view), making it so that once the hips are up all of the way, the skirt armor can't go in all of the way.
I'm not quite sure what you mean here, do you think you could take some pictures to illustrate the issue? Where is it you're trying to get the skirt armor to go in to?
For me, the butt skirt armor are not causing any problems whatsoever. They do not make any contact with the inner right hip joint or any of the hips joints, so I'm having trouble picturing what you're explaining.
>front skirt piece gets locked inside of the side skirt pieces all of the time
Hmm, haven't had that happen. The way the front armor skirts rest on top of the side skirts, I just don't see how that would happen. Maybe I'm misunderstanding what you're saying, though.
>>5535123
>For me, the butt skirt armor are not causing any problems whatsoever. They do not make any contact with the inner right hip joint or any of the hips joints, so I'm having trouble picturing what you're explaining.
It isn't the actual butt skirt armor, it's the two pieces inside (grey) that they attach to that are causing both problems mentioned. When you put the hips all of the way in, via the inner hip joints, the hips on their balljoints are forced from a normal position to a / position, again, topdown. If you don't see it happening it's because you're not putting the hips all of the way in, and they're hanging down a bit. This might not bother some people but it bothers the hell out of me, especially since it not only stresses the piece a bit but also keeps the sideskirt armor from going down all of the way. The picture you posted, if it served any intent relevant to the situation, isn't performing a pose which can demonstrate anything mentioned.
>Hmm, haven't had that happen. The way the front armor skirts rest on top of the side skirts, I just don't see how that would happen. Maybe I'm misunderstanding what you're saying, though.
The pivot point absolutely requires this to happen, if it isn't happening you are forcing either the front skirt piece to bend too far ahead or the side skirt piece to bend the butt pieces back, since that's where the side skirt piece is attached. They should've moved the joint for the front skirt higher up.
I'm not trying to be a butt, but I've taken it apart to see what issues I could relieve, and they're all mold issues. These are objective flaws and it's disappointing to see on a release I anticipated so highly.
>>5535161
Can you take some pictures and highlight on them exactly what you mean? It really sounds like you're nitpicking, man. This figure feels damn near perfect.
Definitely agree on the needing fists, though.
>>5535161
I should mention any locking up happens right when the skirt hits a point near it being at a 90 degree bend upward. It actually isn't as bad as I recall, but it's still dumb that it has to pop in and out because it doesn't have the proper clearance. Either way, the hip issue was the real problem. It's not over the top horrible from a normal perspective but the fact that the flaw even exists is baffling to me. Especially since the entire setup that requires the right inner piece to bend when it's all assembled. There are so many things in this area that could've and should've been tackled differently. The inner hips could've been replaced for wing/unicorn styled hips, getting rid of extra tooling and making the figure fundamentally easier to pose, while not getting rid of any range of motion, just getting rid of options.
>>5535181
>>5535175
How about you just try putting the hips in all of the way and see for yourself how the side skirt armor doesn't sit flush with the front skirt armor. Also, the tell for it being up all of the way is once the POM piece twists in towards the crotch. If it doesn't do that, it's too far down. I'm not going to waste my time taking a picture of something when illustrating it with pictures is really just as hard as explaining it. Also, yes, I'm nitpicking, but it's a relatively large issue to me. If another piece makes it so that a joint has to be bent, or for something to be at its default requires something else not to be, the figure loses huge points on my end. Especially when it was so easily avoided. The entire pelvic section is this overly complex system that could've been simplified in so many ways, specifically for the better of the figure. They've done this before, too, so I'm not really surprised, but I wish they'd go back to simpler setups when we know they've done it before.
Also, the torso articulation is abysmal, hands down one of the worst torso setups on any RD. How can this thing be perfect? It's fun, sure, but far from perfect, and certainly not a step up from past releases.
>>5535212
I should summarize by mentioning, if this doesn't bother you or you can't even notice it, it shouldn't matter. It's there, but it's only an issue if you care for it, which I personally do, You both don't, which is fine, but that doesn't mean it doesn't exist. I managed to point it out to someone else and they seemed to understand it pretty well, they asked for some clarification but they didn't seem this confused.
>>5535161
I took those pics before I read your posts so they definitely weren't meant to pertain to what you mentioned. And I definitely don't think you're a butt, so don't worry about that, haha. I really want to understand where you're coming from, especially if there's a danger of stressing the figure.
I think I'm kinda getting what you mean about the hip joints, and it may be simply something that's not bothering me because I can't immediately notice it, as you said. Are you saying that when the interior hip joints are completely tucked up and into the hips (so like a perfectly straight legged pose, I know the hips are on sort of a 'J' shaped hinge that allows them to pull down and out), they are not level with each other?
>not only stresses the piece a bit but also keeps the sideskirt armor from going down all of the way
Hmm, so maybe I'm not understanding you after all, haha. I have no problems with getting the sideskirts down on mine, they're flush with the butt skirt when standing at attention.
I think I am kinda understanding your point about the front skirts; you'd like more clearance
so they are not rubbing against the side skirts? I had thought you meant the front skirts were actually getting stuck or tucked under the side skirts before when you said they were getting "locked."
Also I just noticed that the two halves of the upper torso can pinch together to better allow Gundam to cross his arms in front of him, that's pretty darn cool!
>>5521945
>generic Gundam head/face belonging to some RX-78 clone.
Maybe I'm just too dumb to get it.
>>5535234
>they're flush with the butt skirt when standing at attention.
then you aren't putting the inner hips in all of the way, you just have them a the point where the actual hips stop a bit from the obstruction inside. Which is another reason why it's a problem.
Again, the tell is if the actual hips have to twist inward.
I couldn't tell if you were addressing it but the other problem is harder to see, it's that because of the halved pieces that go in, the one on its right side doesn't have the ability to sit flush with the rest of the piece, so it forces that inner piece to bend outward. You can see this with the bottom painted white panel not being flush with the other two pieces.
>>5535212
this is an advanced form of autism
>>5535262
And the front skirts do get locked underneath the sideskirts when they're out all of the way. And when I say out, I mean 90, not like the picture you posted. It's another thing where if it doesn't bother you I wouldn't mind, but I do worry about stressing mine when I have it bent out. So until I find a solution to it I've just been keeping it standing straight up.
>>5527836
If you happen to have the first Xi figure, nothing has changed with the joints. They're fine overall. Ankles can be a little on the weak side but it's the Xi Gundam so it should always be flying anyhow.
>>5535091
yeah i'm trying to just find a cheaper alternative, after blowing $50 on God Gundam i dont want to spend $20 just on a stand. normally i'd think the claw would be fine but i'm not sure it it will get in the way of the Energy Ring connected to his backpack
no real alternatives?
>>5535723
The tamashii act 4/5 stages on amazon and so forth come with three stands, not one. The other alternative is the HG base if you do gunpla, or wire hanger if you wanna ghetto rig it.
>>5535724
the HG stand works on them? i have a spare since i'm more of a MG guy
>>5535729
Yep! Same plug size. Just insert it into the plughole.
>>5535747
>Just insert it into the plughole.
Th-Th-That's what she said!
Do you guys suspect pic related will drop in price after release, or would I be better off ordering it sooner?
>>5535785
I pre-ordered to be on the safe side. While not exactly the most popular GSD character, Luna's pretty high up there.
>>5535785
I'm waiting. Robot damashii aren't as popular than Bandai's other lines (like SHFs), which means they're less likely to be sold out at release. Add to that the price hike which makes regular releases as expensive as the older web exclusives and the deal is sealed for me.
>>5535866
>Robot damashii aren't as popular than Bandai's other lines (like SHFs)
More for us, then, hahaha
>>5535825
I'm surprised Freedom and Strike Noir are still up (and at a hefty discount) considering how popular those suits are.
>>5535866
Yeah, I see Master Gundam is STILL on HLJ. hoping for a potential price cut during a sale.
>>5535940
Master Gundam is like $35 on amazon w/ prime shipping, even if it was on sale it wouldnt be much different after shipping
>>5535876
Well, considering that the face sculpt on both is subpar, I do not find it too surprising.
>>5535234
Just got this guy in the mail last night and fucking love it to death. Was gonna skip Char's Zaku but now I NEED IT.
>>5538283
how do you get over the chubby porportions?
>>5538422
I don't mind it at all. Figure looks awesome.
Hnnnng, so goooooood.
This guy just looks great. I'm probably going to order another one.
>>5538422
It doesn't even look chubby
>>5539053
Do it man. And if you're anything like me you'll want more than one.
I had ordered two, one for me and one for my friend, on my Feb shipment and it was hard to let go of the second one.
anyone here owns the Metal Build Strike Freedom? would you recommend it?
I really never liked the SF itself, but this particular reproduction has slowly grown on me, but having to shell over 350 bucks seems a little too bit
>>5539174
if you have the money do it
be sure to get the WoL set this june
Is buying the full armor version of the Unicorn mode Unicorn worth the new body and accessories over the original variant for like 1/3rd the price if I don't care about the full armor mode itself
Like I just really like the Unicorn mode
is there anything distinctively better about the body of the full armor version?
>>5539647
The Full Action body, as I seem to recall it being called, is a bit larger and more posable. The sheer number of accessories the FA version comes with is nice, plus it comes with a stand for itself and its accessories. With armatures for both the Unicorn itself and two more to hold onto the huge booster tanks. Since those are just normal Tamashii Act armatures with the claw attachments at the end they're fairly versatile in what you can do with them. The technical improvements on the base figure and included stand make it a good deal, the sheer number of accessories included makes it a damn steal comparatively.
>>5539647
The biggest issue is the scale (the older one being out of scale with the destroy mode). But if you don't care about that then its a good figure, nothing majorly wrong with it.
Alternatively you might want to get the Banshee Norn Unicorn mode if you just want the new sculpt without the full armor parts.
>>5539647
Yes, it is worth it.
I don't have the first Unisex release but I do have the full armour release, so I cannot give a proper comparison.
The full action version is a great representation of the Unisex. The articulation is pretty neat--up to 'modern' RD standards. Once you add the full armour loadout the articulation is limited, which is expected. Nonetheless, it makes for an impressive display piece.
I am not a scalefag but the new version is in scale with the Sinanju and Unisex variants.
>>5535673
Passed on the first Xi, so this will be all new to me. Good to hear the joints are solid. And man, it's really amazing how much the original Xi has dropped in price (albeit not entirely unexpected). I saw one on Mandarake for 3500JPY which I was tempted to pick up just for the hell of it!
>>5538283
Awesome! And heck, if you're getting a red Zaku, you might as well get a blue one too, right? ;)
>>5538629
>>5538831
Rad shots, guys!
>>5539736
>Unisex
Hahaha! Aggressive autocorrect, I presume?
"Unisex Gundam, launching!"
>>5539806
I think you've made the right choice anon; if you're going to spend the money, you might as well spend a little more to get the definitive version. Also, the armor parts are compatible with other Full Action RX-0s as well, so you can get lotsa mileage out of them if you ever add more RX-0s to your collection. Alternatively, if you really decide you have no need for the armor parts, you could probably sell them for a fair price pretty easily.
For me, I had thought the Full Armor loadout was pretty ridiculous and had no plans to use it, but once I got it in-hand and tried it out it was just really cool and impressive to behold. Now I've always got one RX-0 mounting the armor parts, haha.
>>5515137
With all the new RD's koming out for IBO, I'm kind of sad we have nothing for Thunderbolt.
>>5539898
Give it time
Is Char's Custom Zaku still available for pre-order on AmiAmi? I can't navigate that fucking website for shit
>>5539898
Thunderbolt RDs would be awesome.
>>5540326
Yep, here ya go:
http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIGURE-014601
>>5540326
nvm found it
>>5539883
I personally have mine in the middle of ditching the boosters, since the stand is plenty to hold up the Unicorn with the FA equipment all by its lonesome and each of the sub-arms can handle a booster just fine. Have it posed similarly to how it was when it ditched a booster mid-roll to use as a projectile in episode 6.
The equipment definitely grows on you, and the goofy encumbered/slapdash look is kind of on purpose given it was literally just them slapping on everything they could to make sure it made its (intended as one way!) trip safely and speedily.
How's the X-1 Full Cloth? I just want something definitive that would look good on the shelf but is still somewhat fun to fiddle around with. I have the MG and I hate it, it's everything I dislike about plamo. The HG also looks gross all glazed-up in jizz like that.
>>5542138
X1 is great until you slap the FC parts on it, then you cant use shit. just take it off
>>5542138
He's pretty fun to fiddle around with the cloak detached I guess. Only weapons he has are the Murasame Blaster and peacock smasher though.
Also note that the RD is based on Hasegawa, the manga artist's version of the design. This includes the BUFF proportions. The MG and HG are based on Katoki's design.
>>5542172
The RD comes with an original "open" configuration for the cloak. It's a good compromise.
I think it looks like Sirbine is getting announced soon
>>5542303
I wonder if they'll do modern versions of Dunbine and Billbine with Sirbine proportions. I mean it already looks like a modernized Dunbine.
She just arrives today but her joints seems too tight.
>chest joint is so tight and unmoveable.
>left leg only moveable sideward cant move formard backward.
>right leg completely unmoveable.
any tips how too loosen the joint ?
>>5542138
Personally, I love it. The FC cloak is fiddly as all hell, but it looks awesome when posed. The Murasame Blaster is also rather heavy with the effect parts in, but, again, looks awesome. Also, the I-Field effect parts for the shoulders/boxing gloves are snazzy. So, if you're ok with having to fight with the figure a bit when posing it, then go for it. It's a great looking figure, just don't be expecting a desk toy.
Also, I-Field boxing gloves.
>>5515137
This is such a good toy
>>5544824
God Gundam will always be my favorite RD cause ofhis stylization. But Anime RX is objectively better.
>>5544825
"Guys war is totally bad you guys"
>>5544827
>>5544832
>>5544834
kek
>>5544832
What the hell is the guy on the right? I need that in my life!
>>5544890
That's Super Custom Zaku F2000. I gave him GM K9's sniper rifle and another rifle from Gundam System Weapons 002.
He's quite mean looking, even comes with a FUCKHUGE beam axe and a heat hawk
>>5544891
The best part about Super Zaku F2000 is that it's literally such a parody of clusterfuck custom Gunpla that it gets defeated when all of the armor falls off.
>>5544891
>gunpla
Y-yeah I love gunpla... :(
got God Gundam in today, looks great, though i'll admit i'd never spend $50 on any other RD, but i'm a sucker for G Gundam. looks better then the MG by far but makes me imagine they could do great things with a 2.0 of him
only issue i see is i cant seem to get the energy ring any lower.
>>5542303
You guys suspect this bad boy will be web exclusive?
damn he looks better on the ground but obviously hes a bit back heavy.
i probly should get a proper stand rather then a leftover HG one
Okay so can anyone clarify for all the f91 and crossbone stuff, are the earliest releases in a different scale than the later releases?
Because I saw they released the first three crossbones very early on, then there was a second release of each that are numbered in the line much later.
And then for f91 is the skull heart version in scale with the harrison or normal f91?
As someone who wasn't around in the beginning this gets confusing.
>>5546428
The first three Crossbones have more accessories than the newer Full Action ones, but they're also smaller and much uglier looking since the sculpt is based off Hasegawa's art instead of Katoki's redesign. Pass on them.
Meanwhile the F91 has stayed constant this entire time. Both Harrison Ford's and the Skull Heart version (...which is also Harrison Ford's) are just recolors.
Just look up reviews.
>>5546431
BOTH the early and full action crossbone releases are based on Hasegawa's design. You can easily tell from the skirt armor and thruster design.
Skull Heart Harrison F91 has a modified waist joint.
>>5546436
Okay cool, I'm hoping that they don't look too out of place with the newer ones like my exia does. (He's way too short)
>>5546454
I assume you have a collection consisting of newer stuff? Then Full Action will probably fit. Not so sure about F91.
The older releases go well with gunpla though.
>>5546456
Yeah most of my stuff is newer, I have the exia and turn A as probably my oldest and they definitely show it.
I'm trying to pinpoint the exact time where they upscaled their figures by a half inch or so across the line.
>>5546474
One of the Unicorn releases I think, but I'm not sure.
>>5544824
>>5538629
So... I just counted all the articulation points in ANIME RX.
FORTY THREE points of articulation. not even joking
this things a masterpiece
I know this isn't the perfect place for it, but I thought you guys would know better than anyone. Does this guy have anything?
>>5546838
no worries bro. as far as i know theres only Variable Hi Spec Razephon. Feelings were mixed when it came out, so check reviews anon!
>>5545523
I very much doubt it. On the other hand, I suspect this will be the last Dunbine release we see. :(
>>5547030
i am both surprised and very happy the Dunbine line is this successful.
I mean, I thought Vifam was a popular show, but look at how many RDs that one got!
>>5547131
Vifam is a /m/ meme. It's not really that popular.
>>5547030
I hope not. I at least want the Bozune and Bastol to get made.
>>5547140
*and Wryneck. Almost forgot it.
>>5547140
>Bozune
i dont know anything about dunbine, but ive had a difficult time resisting the RDs, especially that Crab Motherfucker.
But if this goblin guy gets made? shit, i dont know what i'll do
>>5540479
Oooh, that sounds like a cool display. Take some pics if you can!
>>5542303
That looks awesome.
>>5542440
Try warming up a small bowl of water (30 seconds in the microwave should do it) and dipping her stuck joints into it for half a minute or so. After you've warmed the area up, try working the joint back and forth, making sure to keep a firm grip close to the base of the joint.
>>5544825
Such a cool pic!
>>5545501
>>5545537
>i'd never spend $50 on any other RD
Famous last words anon, haha.
>>5546689
Man, that's awesome. Thanks for taking the time to count that out anon, very cool to know!
>>5547152
>Crab Motherfucker
If you're talking about the Drumlo, I just want to point out that independent studies have scientifically proven that people who own a Drumlo are 7% happier than those who don't. You can't argue with science!
>>5547397
Oh, by the way acer-anon, I think you asked for more pics of the gigantic dunbine. Here's another size perspective pic!
>>5547463
>>5547467
Not really related to the figures but you have to build a detolf, right? Does it take long? Is it difficult?
>>5547463
Fixed the tilt. Oops.
>>5547469
Yeah. Took me about 20 minutes per shelf after having built 7 prior. This is just three of my 10.
>>5547469
Not shelf, but rather the entire detolf. Once you get the instructions memorized, they don't take long at all. Haha
>>5547152
Bozune is a weird and ugly design, but to me that just made it all the more badass as a grunt suit.
And seeing some nameless joe in the anime doing something surprisingly heroic and skillful in the thing -- and sometimes without even dying in the process! -- was always a "fuck-yeah!" moment.
Bozunes and Drumlos forever man.
>>5546924
Thanks brother
>>5547463
>>5547470
Awesome, thanks anon! Man, it's such a monster!
And I gotta say, your displays are looking as gorgeous as ever!
One thing I've always wondered, how well do detolfs keep dust out? And is that the PG Red Frame on the right there? He seems like he could use some company; I trust you've got the Metal Build preordered? ;)
>>5547537
Metal Build plus the flight pack. Ahaha. Hoping for an RD down the road.
They do it well, but there is a crack for the door that lets dust in regardless. I used foam insulation stripping (for car doors/house doors), it's excellent at preventing all dust from floating in.
>>5547379
>Such a cool pic!
Thank you, I'm really happy with this guy!
>>5547397
>I just want to point out that independent studies have scientifically proven that people who own a Drumlo are 7% happier than those who don't. You can't argue with science!
Monitor-anon, you're not doing this to me again I swear.
I just wanna say I dont frequent RD threads as much as I'd like to, yet your posts are the sole reason why I bought RD Billbine and RD Savage.
I both love you and hate you Monitor anon
>>5547564
Niiice. It'll be my first Metal Build, but I'd totally be up for an RD as well.
Thanks for the detolf dust info! Sounds great, especially with that insulation tip. I gotta look into making the space for a few.
>>5547590
Haha, you're welcome/I'm sorry! Sometimes I'm a victim myself, so I know what you're going through (most recently, I had no plans to get the ANIME RX-78 til I saw posts about it here). Still, I'm really glad I was able to turn you on to some sweet mecha. :D
And man, if you've got Billbine it's just a doubly good reason to get a Drumlo for him to square off against! He's got that same cuddly ferocity of the Savage as well.
>>5547139
Vifam is very popular in Japan. It usually winds up on best robot show lists. It won best anime of the year when it came out(back when Newtype was legit), and actually got rerun in 2006 or so which is pretty unusual for anime. The reason it has so few RDs is that it only has 4 or 5 designs that could possibly sell (with Dillfam and Mueller's robot being big ifs, I doubt Tamashii will bother with them) and RD has shifted its lineup focus to Gundam aggressively in the past couple of years(even more so than usual for Bandai).
Also, here's hoping that Bandai will be reasonable and release Sirbine either with actual accessories or under 9000 yen. I don't feel like we'll be that lucky though. I fully expect it to be the last RD I ever buy considering the line's current direction. I just really love Sirbine specifically.
>>5547957
I'm a big fan of the Dunbine RDs, and was hoping for something similar with the Vifam, but man, in hand it was just a big disappointment. Weird joint designs, fragile feeling, and, well, just a mess really.
>>5547379
Your wish is my command, I suppose.
>>5547379
>>5548103
And an overhead view for good measure.
Is grandchaos Mandarake on break or something? Sent an order in 5 days ago with only the confirmation coming through. Status is still checking stock. I mailed them about it yesterday but they haven't gotten back to me.
>>5515137
He's very unassuming next to everyone else
>>5549154
"Is this REALLY necessary?"
>>5549157
dont think any RD can beat God Gundam as my favorite though
>>5549165
endlessly cool. it sucks that RD Master Gundam wasn't as stylized as God Gundam
>>5531423
The Sazabi
>>5531423
what about ZZ Gundam?
>>5549303
He doesn't.
>>5549301
That looks super cool, but I'd feel like a rube buying it and not watching Dunbine. Same reason I didn't pick up any of the others.
>>5549599
It's not from the show, but the OVA. The OVA was horrid but had neat designs. Buy what you want because you like it, forget source material.
>>5549301
Goddamn. Its so beautiful. Is this the best design in all of Dubine? I think so.
>>5549599
Or you can just go to any streaming site and give it a watch. Its a great show.
>>5549617
Normally I would agree with you, but I can see some Damshiis gathering dust as I type this and can't justify another haha.
>>5549620
I watched some clips another anon posted once and it looks a little too old for me. I modestly enjoyed and struggled through VOTOMs and I don't think I can handle another 80s anime.
>>5549632
Its a shame to miss out on so many great entries in the mecha genre for such superficial reasons, but I understand that old animation can be hard for some people to enjoy.
>>5549653
Well it's not only that, it's the dialogue, music, themes. 80s anime suffers a lot from what all anime suffers from, very little of it is original enough to keep my attention. I won't be able to finish series regularly because it gets so cliche and generic, I just feel like it is a waste of time when I could be watching something definitively good instead of niche I guess.
>>5549660
That's funny because it's basically Zeta Gundam before that even happened. Which is very revered.
>>5549178
Noooooooope
Its happening. Oh man, I always loved Char's Dom and the G-3 Gundam.
![Thirst_2010_Poster[1].jpg](https://i.imgur.com/QxBZZWE.jpg "Thirst_2010_Poster[1].jpg")
>>5550455
>G-3 Gundam.
my nigga, oH i am RIGID
