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Freezasaurus said:
Just took a couple quickies for ComicGAF, so I thought I'd post them here, too. Crappy cell phone pics, plus it's night time, so the lighting is bad, too. This is what I'm rolling with right now. 2 detolfs and a billy.

I'm planning on swapping some things out and dusting this weekend. I'll post some better pics next week or something.
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Looking good, the prison school figures look tiny, the Koto Eva look huge, and you got the 4 basic food groups, but not on one shelf...
Donuts, ice cream, pocky and Cup o' Nooldes...

ponpo said:
who else going to wonder fest ? _?
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Ain't no way I could go, I'd just camp infront of the GSC Guts and Femto statues until I figured out how I could get them both out of there...
 
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Freezasaurus said:
Just took a couple quickies for ComicGAF, so I thought I'd post them here, too.
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Nice setup.

I like that SDCC Psylocke. Was tempted to grab her but she's kinda pricey on fleabay right now. I'm probably going to get bent over for Catwoman as it is.

In other news, ordered the Wonder Woman Artfx and Catwoman Gotham City Garage maquette. Will post pics when they arrive.
Will somebody please talk me out of the Sideshow Harley Quinn PF?
 
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Settin

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johnsmith said:
Let's plan a figure-gaf Japan group trip and go to wonfes.
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Freezasaurus

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Acid08 said:
Looks awesome, man! I might have to take a trip to Ikea soon.
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Thanks!

IKEA really does have a lot of great solutions for display cases.

chrono01 said:
Nice pictures, Freezasaurus!
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Thanks. I'll be sure to post some better ones after I get around to dusting and rearranging some things. :)

enigmatikone said:
I like that SDCC Psylocke. Was tempted to grab her but she's kinda pricy on fleabay right now. I'm probably going to get bent over for Catwoman as it is.
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Yeah, she sold out pretty quickly, too. I already had the X-Force version, but I love the original coloring. It was that pink energy-effect part that sold me on it, though.

Still, what is the SDCC Psylocke going for now? She shot up quite a bit in price didn't she?
 
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Bii

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Freezasaurus said:
Yeah, she sold out pretty quickly, too. I already had the X-Force version, but I love the original coloring. It was that pink energy-effect part that sold me on it, though.

Still, what is the SDCC Psylocke going for now? She shot up quite a bit in price didn't she?
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$175-$250

I should have bought her when I was at SDCC. She wasn't exactly flying off the shelves at the Kotobukiya booth. :/
 
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omlet said:
Uh oh, something about Alisha?
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I have both Sorey and Alisha ordered. They just made some game/design choices I'm not a fan of.

Aw, who am I kidding. I'd buy anything from the Alter Tales line. I have Assbel on my wanted list for crying out loud.
 
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enigmatikone said:
Yep. Makes me glad I got in when I did, and also to buy figures as soon as available if I'm interested in them at all.
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It depends on whether something is limited or not. A lot of times you can usually predict what's going to sell out, and what's going to end up in the bargain bin eventually. No reason to pre-order for full-price if you can get a good discount later.
 
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Welp, Astaroth officially ordered and paid for. Decided to go with BiJ on the bet that I don't think the rate will be much better than it is now. If I am wrong, I am wrong, but I also like having the money already spent if I have it available to spend then try to remember that I will have a bill later.
 
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Freezasaurus said:
It depends on whether something is limited or not. A lot of times you can usually predict what's going to sell out, and what's going to end up in the bargain bin eventually. No reason to pre-order for full-price if you can get a good discount later.
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Apparently I have a knack for picking what's hot, because almost every one of my bishoujos have skyrocketed in price. If I had to guess, I think Juri Han will sell out quickly so I have her preordered through Amiami. My only other preorder is the Alter Asuka reissue. Oh, and some Sideshow stuff, but the premium formats are limited and tend to get snapped up by resellers and flipped if you don't order through Sideshow.
 
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Freezasaurus

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enigmatikone said:
Apparently I have a knack for picking what's hot, because almost every one of my bishoujos have skyrocketed in price. If I had to guess, I think Juri Han will sell out quickly so I have her preordered through Amiami. My only other preorder is the Alter Asuka reissue. Oh, and some Sideshow stuff, but the premium formats are limited and tend to get snapped up by resellers and flipped if you don't order through Sideshow.
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Yeah, Sideshows are something I don't want to get into on a regular basis. I wait-listed for the J. Scott Campbell Mary Jane, so I'm hoping I can get one of those. And I'll definitely be in for Black Cat whenever she goes up for pre-order.
 
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Bii

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Freezasaurus said:
Yeah, Sideshows are something I don't want to get into on a regular basis. I wait-listed for the J. Scott Campbell Mary Jane, so I'm hoping I can get one of those. And I'll definitely be in for Black Cat whenever she goes up for pre-order.
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Speaking of Sideshow, if a figure with an exclusive item is currently on a wait list, and I decide to go in on it, upon the release of the figure, would they give me the option to purchase the regular version if the exclusive is not in stock? Or would I have to preorder the regular separately just in case?
 
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Freezasaurus

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Bii said:
Speaking of Sideshow, if a figure with an exclusive item is currently on a wait list, and I decide to go in on it, upon the release of the figure, would they give me the option to purchase the regular version if the exclusive is not in stock? Or would I have to preorder the regular separately just in case?
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That sounds like a question to ask them directly. They have live-chat support on weekdays.
 
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enigmatikone

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Bii said:
Speaking of Sideshow, if a figure with an exclusive item is currently on a wait list, and I decide to go in on it, upon the release of the figure, would they give me the option to purchase the regular version if the exclusive is not in stock? Or would I have to preorder the regular separately just in case?
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In all likelihood you'd have to preorder the reg. You can contact them to transfer the NRD if the waitlist converts.
Well, I did it. I ordered both Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn to complete my Gotham sirens.
 
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Anony said:
where do i get this and how much (probably expensive as hell)
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I think this is a 3D model. if you want one there's (which isn't posable though):
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http://www.hlj.com/product/AQA65302/Fig
MFC page here
dakkumauji said:
Chrommmmmmmmm

3.6k

May
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Hmmmmm going with BiJ 3,420¥
kewlmyc said:
He doesn't have his tattoo. NO DEAL.

Also I got spoiled on Tales of Zestiria ;_; Might have to cancel some orders if AmiAmi lets me.
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So it's a gameplay thing rather than the character? And as to tattoo I'm sure it's there atm we can only see the elbow tbf.
 
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Always skeptical about preowned stuff that's basically sold out the moment I see it.

Then again, I think it's a good thing I didn't get a shot at a 8k Makoto
 
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Wonder Festival 2015: User Communication!
TWO WEEKS LEFT TO WONFES!
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Hello everyone, Kahotan here! (@gsc_kahotan)

With just two weeks left until WonFes… it’s just about the right time to start panicking! (By the way, Nendoroid Amatsukaze is currently on sale! ♥︎)

Today I’m going to be taking a look at some of the activities that you can take part in if you come by the WonHobby booth during WonFes! (｀・ω・´)ゞ

We have dubbed these activities as ‘User Communication’, activities that let us get closer to the fans! This year we will be running all sorts of fun things, two of which were also run in 2014 very successfully…

The Expression Challenge and
The Sculptor Talk Corner!
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- Sculptor Advice Corner -
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Ask any questions you’d like to Max Factory and GSC’s Sculptors!

For those sculptor’s that are looking for some advice to improve their works, this is the perfect opportunity! Whether you are a professional or beginner, feel free to apply and ask some questions! ♪

Note that this will activity will require a reservation!

This is because we want to give everyone a fair amount of time to get through their questions! To apply, please see the instructions on this page: http://whl4u.jp/uc/

Please note that you must be able to speak Japanese to take part in this activity!

I have decided to to a little interview with each of the sculptor’s that will be at the event, so you can get a feel for who will be answering your questions! I also asked the planners Hamako and Akane-Eiseihei for their opinions on the sculptor! ♪

Let’s get started!!



YOSHI (Max Factory)
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Sculptor of: Kongo: Half-Damage ver.
- What made you become a sculptor? -

I took part in the Summer WonFes in 2001 where I first found out about garage kits. That was when I knew my sculptor’s spirit had awakened. I could smell the money! So I decided to jump into the world of sculpting and give it all I had! After deciding that, I quickly left the event hall.

- A word to those who want to participate? -

Whether you’re just doing sculpting as a hobby or you consider yourself a professional, I’m sure you can benefit from taking part – everyone doing sculpting always wants to get better, so take that feeling and let us give you some advice!

☆ Akane Eiseihei Memo ☆

YOSHI! A sculptor who loves five a-side football! He sometimes comes back injured, but his hands are always kept safe… as expected of the ‘sculptor’s spirit’! He works mainly on scale figures with epo putty. He is also a very sociable person, so I’m sure he will be happy to give all sorts of advice!
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Shinji Koshinuma (Max Factory)
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Sculptor of: figma Saber 2.0
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When I was a child, I found some garage kits at the Kotobukiya store in Tachikawa which is when I first found out about the profession. I decided then and there that I wanted to see my own name of the product packaging one day, and started to go to a special school that specialized in figure sculpting.

The GSC CEO came to give a lecture at the time and offered a chance to come see the GSC offices… one thing led to another and now here I am!

- A word to those who want to participate? -

This is a really good chance to get the opinion of someone else on your work! I recommend bringing any material you used while working on your sculpt in order to get the best out of the opportunity! I personally would love to see any original figma works!! I’ll see you at the Makuhari Messe!

☆ Akane Eiseihei Memo ☆

Kosshii-senpai! He knows all the best places to eat!! Even though he is a pretty quiet in person, he talks a whole lot on Twitter! Everything he ever makes never ceases to amaze me! His passion toward sculpting is also incredible, and I’m sure he’ll be happy to share it with you at the event!
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Masanori Kuroda (Max Factory)
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Sculptor of: figma Solid Snake: MGS2 ver.
- What made you become a sculptor? -

I was a huge fan of CAPCOM, so after high school I enrolled in a technical college that focused on figures in Tokyo, Shinjuku. That was where I first made figures, and saw all sorts of professional and amateur works day after day. Looking at all those works made me work even harder to become a professional myself. I also owe a lot to my roommate at the time, who influenced me a lot!

- A word to those who want to participate? -

There are loads of books and tutorials on the practical side of sculpting, but when it comes down to the way of thinking and what to do once you’re finished… there isn’t much to work with! I know many people have learned sculpting by themselves, which can often leave you stuck once you reach a certain point!

This is the perfect opportunity to have someone else look at your work and point out things you may not have noticed. It’s a chance to help you figure out how to improve – so let’s get to it!

☆ Akane Eiseihei Memo ☆

The tall sculptor with a weak stomach, Kero-chan! He can be a little slow at times, but he really makes all kinds of figures from the cutest girls to amazing male figures. He is kind-hearted and hard-working, and I’m sure he can help you with any problems you might be having with your sculpting!
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Akihito Takano (Good Smile Company)
aka TPB and Einbroch's god =P
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Nendoroid KanColle Series Sculpting Director.
- What made you become a sculptor? -

I always enjoyed making and sculpting things and wanted to become a professional. I made my own style of things for ages, but then about 10 years ago at WonFes I happened to make friends with the guy at the table next to mine – and he introduced me to a professional sculptor! That then led to me finding a job creating the things I loved so much.

Although my work at GSC at the moment is more on direction and management than actual sculpting at the moment, I do still make things all the time – including items that I enter into the GSC Cup competition!

- A word to those who want to participate? -

Come by and ask me whatever you want! I’m even happy to do some career counselling if you’d like!

☆ Hamako Memo ☆

The movie-loving, reliable sculpting director who loves to talk! His recent work on the KanColle series and the intricate ship parts around them has been amazing! He figures out the perfect sizes and methods to get around the most complex of sculpting problems in no time!
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Mesuka (Good Smile Company)
Einbroch's true God
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Sculpting Director of the Nendoroid Vocaloid Series
- What made you become a sculptor? -

When I was a student I saw a Card Captor Sakura figure at the Kotobukiya Tachikawa store, and instantly knew that I wanted to be able to make things like that myself. I joined the sculpting club at my university where I learned all sorts of things. While looking for jobs I was set out to find a job making things, which led me on the path of the figure maker…. where I managed to get a job working with Good Smile Company.

- A word to those who want to participate? -

I don’t think this kind of opportunity arises very often, so please feel free to come by and have a chat!

☆ Hamako Memo ☆

Whenever I give a really vague description of what I want to do, Mesuka is always able to find a really great way to bring out exactly what I describe. It’s so easy to discuss sculpting things with him that I am sure that anyone who comes by will enjoy chatting with him. Plus he is the life of the sculpting room! Always bringing up new topics and wearing eccentric clothes!
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ehenmushi (Good Smile Company)
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Sculpting Director of the LoveLive! Nendoroid Series
- What made you become a sculptor? -

When I was young I really enjoyed collecting things. The Star Wars films premiered while I was in high school, and I became addicted to collecting the Pepsi bottle-caps at the time… I went to all the supermarkets and convenience stores I could find to locate the bottle-caps that I didn’t yet have. But after collecting things for many years my vision started to change… it wasn’t enough to just collect them any more – I needed to start making them for myself!

- A word to those who want to participate? -

Perhaps it’s just me… but I think a sculptor’s work is suited to those who can become completely addicted to what they are doing – so much so that nothing else around them even enters the senses! Someone who’s room is filled with the things they love. I’m happy to give advice on anything you bring through to me, but I’m also more than happy to chat about things like that as well!

☆ Hamako Memo ☆

A director that takes a logical approach to sculpting, slowly building up perfect figures. He also has a really playful side as well though! There have even been some interesting pranks played in the sculpting workshop on the past… so don’t always take him too seriously! Also… for some reason he often brings back souvenirs of fish or seafood!
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Kai Sasaki (Good Smile Company)
Another of Einbrochh's god =P
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Sculptor of: Nendoroid Snow Miku: Snow Bell Ver.
-What made you become a sculptor? -

Originally I was studying special effects makeup at a technical college, where I met another student in my class who was making figures. The first time I happened to see him working on one was the first time I thought to myself that someone actually has to make the things – strangely that was something I had never really considered and it came to me as quite a shock. I decided to enroll in a special figure sculpting class alongside my special effects makeup studies. I then went on to enter GSC’s Sculptor’s Tryout, which got me where I am today!　

- A word to those who want to participate? -

I’ll be taking this seriously, so come at me with some serious questions!!

☆ Hamako Memo ☆

A charming sculptor with a bit of a quirky side to him! He has the amazing ability to make some really cute animals! He is also a similar age to me which makes asking sculpting questions less daunting. He is also my Pripara comrade!
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There you have it! hope you got a bit of a feel for each of the sculptor’s and their personalities!

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Preview: Master Asia & Master Gundam Figures by Bandai
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SEGA Love Live! School Idol Project “Sore wa Bokutachi no Kiseki” Honoka, Umi, Hanayo official photos
Sonoda Umi (April 2015)
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Koizumi Hanayo (May 2015)
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Kousaka Honoka (June 2015)
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Hmmmmmm anyone posted that Chrom in the Amiibo thread?
 
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Diggeh

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Man, that Chrom is nice. I'd really like a full Figma figure though. Chibi Chrom next to the rest of the Smash gang...Hmm.
 
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Acid08

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Samurai_Heart said:
Hmmmmmm anyone posted that Chrom in the Amiibo thread?
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Thanks for posting that, interesting stuff! We've been doing figure sculpture in school recently and it has given me a ton more respect for the people who make these figures. It's really difficult.

Side note, are those Love Live figures able to be pre-ordered anywhere? I want that Maki and Rin from the first batch.
 
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Samurai_Heart

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Acid08 said:
Thanks for posting that, interesting stuff! We've been doing figure sculpture in school recently and it has given me a ton more respect for the people who make these figures. It's really difficult.

Side note, are those Love Live figures able to be pre-ordered anywhere? I want that Maki and Rin from the first batch.
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Not sure if they are up for preorder but being PM Sega figures keep an eye out for new items that's categorised as prize figures.
 
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Freezasaurus

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Acid08 said:
Side note, are those Love Live figures able to be pre-ordered anywhere? I want that Maki and Rin from the first batch.
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Prize figures are hit-or-miss when it comes to pre-orders. Sometimes they don't even go up and people are left to find them on the aftermarket. Keep an eye on HLJ and Big in Japan. Those two sites usually take pre-orders on prize figures. Especially Sega and Banpresto prize-figures.
 
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Samurai_Heart said:
Not sure if they are up for preorder but being PM Sega figures keep an eye out for new items that's categorised as prize figures.
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Freezasaurus said:
Prize figures are hit-or-miss when it comes to pre-orders. Sometimes they don't even go up and people are left to find them on the aftermarket. Keep an eye on HLJ and Big in Japan. Those two sites usually take pre-orders on prize figures. Especially Sega and Banpresto prize-figures.
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Cool, thanks. I already have Private Warehouse stuff at HLJ so I'll keep an eye on there.
 
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Dandy Crocodile said:
I hate when AmiAmi updates but the new (used) stuff just says Sold Out for hours.
It's like it's taunting me.
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That typically means it's already sold out. Many sought after figures are camped by many people who know the general times AmiAmi updates. If one sells out quick, it'll usually vanish from the listing for 15 minutes, then come back, but say sold out once you click on it.

it's the worst form of torment. They're rubbing it in your face =(
 
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Dandy Crocodile

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I'm willing to bet it's a system error of some sort tonight since it went from ~945 preowned items 20 minutes ago to 157 as of this post. :p

EDIT: Now they're all back. Frustrating! I just wanna see how they price that Jude Mathis figure. :'(
 
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Femto.

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Freezasaurus said:
Just took a couple quickies for ComicGAF, so I thought I'd post them here, too. Crappy cell phone pics, plus it's night time, so the lighting is bad, too. This is what I'm rolling with right now. 2 detolfs and a billy.

I'm planning on swapping some things out and dusting this weekend. I'll post some better pics next week or something.
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Mad jelly about your posion ivy and power girl bishoujos, bruh.
 
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