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[SUPARSTARX]

where da pics at?

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Packaging and contents; typical Figma protocol.

Figure and accessories

The sculpting, paint and decals are crisp and good. Link has just as good articulation as Samus. I have very few Figmas and I didn't like how the Persona 4 Figmas didn't have good torso articulation because they were covered in the rubber outfit. So they were really just able to move their legs a bit.

The shield's handles and straps comes off to change between going on the back and holding in hand.

There WERE promo pictures of Link holding the sword with one of the hands on the right of this pic but I found it rather difficult to fit the handle in. The left hand is easier and probably what's only allowed.
I do not understand how to put it in because the hand is very hard and I would not risk trying to fit into the right hand cuz I may get too aggressive by accident and snapping it. Be warned if you try to attempt this, gentlemen.

Awesome figure!

 

[sixteen-bit]

That's really awesome. I can't wait to get mine.

 

[UpperCaseN]

Your Figma link is in already?! Lucky!! I had to go SAL shipping so it'll be like another 40 years for me

 

[sixteen-bit]

EMS don't play. I got my Samus really quick too.

But yeah, I cheaped out on shipping for Link.

 

[SUPARSTARX]

EMS was only like 500 yen more for me over SAL, so I was just like w/e, few bucks. Do it EMS!

 

[sixteen-bit]

EMS was only like 500 yen more for me over SAL, so I was just like w/e, few bucks. Do it EMS!

I'm just a cheapass :/

 

[Rootbeer]

I used EMS as well... mine reached customs yesterday. Maybe i'll get it today...

 

[UpperCaseN]

I'm trying to buy a house. Saving $7 on SAL shipping vs. EMS is my way of justifying buying the fig in the first place.

 

[NintendoGal]

Well after all those photos, I'm very glad I spent the money now!

 

[EYEL1NER]

morrigan pics

I'm so envious of your Morrigan figures. When I decided to take the plunge and start buying figures, I knew I would have to have some Morrigans, as she is my favorite character from anything ever (well, Onizuka from GTO ties with her but there will never be a figure made of him).
Alas, my collection remains Morrigan-free at the moment. But a comic shop back home has the Sideshow Morrigan for $200 and when I am back in the states in Feb, I plan on buying it. I spoke to the woman at the counter in July or so and she said no one has ever shown interest in it and expects it to sit there for a while, so I really hope it is still there because it will be mine.


As for favorite figures, mine is this:

I fell in love with it the first time I saw it and was dismayed to see that it was going for well over $100, close to $200 at the time. Ended up getting it on eBay for next-to-nothing and was ecstatic. The only problem though is that it has caused me to want to buy every Kanu Unchou figure out there, similar to how a lot of people own a ton of Nami figures or that chick with the red hair and flame bikini top.

 

[SiegfriedFM]

I'd prefer a Zelda 2 Link over this one, but beggars can't be choosers. Has there ever been a good posable Link? I think the Gamefan figures way back are the only ones, just like with Samus.

 

[EYEL1NER]

And I just bought another figure.
This: http://www.nekomagic.com/?p=36578 for a bit over $50 shipped (on eBay).
I really need to stop...

I did get my Yamato SIF! Sonsaku Hakufu in today though and it is really cool. As cool as I remember it being in Korea in '07 when I saw it, fell in love with it, and then didn't buy it.

 

[Dabookerman]

similar to how a lot of people own a ton of Nami figures or that chick with the red hair and flame bikini top.

You mean Yoko?

>_<

 

[NEO0MJ]

I could never understand why some people collect multiple versions of the same character in the same style. Still, nice collection, and I really like the one in the trench-coat holding a rifle on her shoulders.

As for my favorite figure, it's probably the Max Gokin Godannar. It's extremely well sculpted with tons of detail and no exposed screws, with the clear chest probably the highlight for me. it's colors are rich and well applied with no flaws, No other figure in my collection has such an eye pleasing red. Loads of articulation points and well balanced so it can pull a lot of poses. And last but not least, it has a ton of die cast inside it.

Just look at the beauty. Funny thing about it is that I have no idea about the show it came from, other than that it's filled with tons of fan service.

 

[EYEL1NER]

You mean Yoko?

>_<
Yep, that is exactly who I meant. Not bad...
I have seen a lot of people who own multiple figures of her. Like, at least 5 or more. I didn't understand it at first, but then once I got that first Kanu Unchou, I figured it out.
What is she from anyway? My anime watching is pretty much limited to stuff from the late 90's and early '00s, with some Highschool of the Dead and few other newer things sprinkled in.

 

[sixteen-bit]

>_<
Yep, that is exactly who I meant. Not bad...
I have seen a lot of people who own multiple figures of her. Like, at least 5 or more. I didn't understand it at first, but then once I got that first Kanu Unchou, I figured it out.
What is she from anyway? My anime watching is pretty much limited to stuff from the late 90's and early '00s, with some Highschool of the Dead and few other newer things sprinkled in.

it's from Gurren Lagann

 

[Jayhawk]

Is there any site that still sells the Link figma? I didn't want the figma before, but after seeing those pictures...

 

[Dabookerman]

I could never understand why some people collect multiple versions of the same character in the same style. Still, nice collection, and I really like the one in the trench-coat holding a rifle on her shoulders

I only ever intended to get one at first. Its the one where she's holding the gun vertically behind her back.. but then they announced the 1/5 scale Gift Yoko.. I had to get that because she looked amazing. Then by then the Alter Yoko was announced, and that looked insane.. so I HAD to get that (that's worth a lot as well now :\).. by then I just started collecting them. Kinda just happened naturally. Most of them are fairly unique in their own way, but it helps that they're all good quality for what they're worth.

 

[UpperCaseN]

Is there any site that still sells the Link figma? I didn't want the figma before, but after seeing those pictures...

Bigbadtoystore still has it available:

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=MF10293&mode=retail

Plamoya has it for a premium price:

http://plamoya.com/en/figma-the-legend-of-zelda-skyward-sword-link-pvc-figure-p-51290.html

I had to get my Samus at Plamoya because I jumped on too late. The price sucks, but that's what happens when you don't preorder. Unfortunately, I didn't know about the Samus until it was too late, but lesson learned.

 

[Barrow Roll]

FYI fellas, Figma Link and Samus well be getting domestic releases next year through specialty shops that order through Diamond comics. If you miss out now, it won't be the end of the world.

 

[sixteen-bit]

FYI fellas, Figma Link and Samus well be getting domestic releases next year through specialty shops that order through Diamond comics. If you miss out now, it won't be the end of the world.

Good to know.

Maybe I should resell while the going is good, lol.

 

[devastatorprime]

Megahobby expo coverage is starting to surface
http://p.twipple.jp/user/beyyang128

search #megahobby on twitter for more pics in the coming hours.

 

[EYEL1NER]

it's from Gurren Lagann

Ah, a show I read about all the time on here but know nothing about. I know it gets brought up when people talk about Gundam and other mecha shows though, so maybe one of these days I will look into it.

Her figures do typically look really cool though.

 

[johnsmith]

The Megahouse Chie is looking pretty good. The face is much nicer than most figures in the High Priestess line. I love the fact that there's a summer outfit, as I already have 2 figures with her regular outfit, even though they're small scale. The hair seam looks awful though. But this is definitely a buy for me.

 

[SUPARSTARX]

Why do they give her a stupid poseeeeeee!!!!???

I'll wait for the price drop on this. I held out on the Yukiko cuz the face looked weird but this is cool.

 

[LeleSocho]

Yep, that is exactly who I meant. Not bad...
I have seen a lot of people who own multiple figures of her. Like, at least 5 or more. I didn't understand it at first, but then once I got that first Kanu Unchou, I figured it out.
What is she from anyway? My anime watching is pretty much limited to stuff from the late 90's and early '00s, with some Highschool of the Dead and few other newer things sprinkled in.

So you missed the best anime ever made? I see...

 

[Acid08]

The Megahouse Chie is looking pretty good. The face is much nicer than most figures in the High Priestess line. I love the fact that there's a summer outfit, as I already have 2 figures with her regular outfit, even though they're small scale. The hair seam looks awful though. But this is definitely a buy for me.

Can we preorder this somewhere?

I asked a question last page that didn't get an answer so I'll ask again . What readily available Samurai Champloo and Cowboy Bebop are quality figures? Also best Yukiko and Rise figures that are available?

 

[johnsmith]

Can we preorder this somewhere?

I asked a question last page that didn't get an answer so I'll ask again . What readily available Samurai Champloo and Cowboy Bebop are quality figures? Also best Yukiko and Rise figures that are available?

For Cowboy Bebop, these are the only 2 recent releases I've seen.

http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIG-IPN-4459
http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?scode=FIG-IPN-4460

For Samurai Champloo, there were a few things released, all years old. So good luck finding them. Ebay or mandarake is the way to go http://ekizo.mandarake.co.jp/shop/en/
http://myfigurecollection.net/search.php?overall=samurai+champloo

That Chie is not up for preorder yet, but now that there's a painted model it should go up for preorder soon.

The good Yukiko is the Alter one, and it goes for a ton on the aftermarket. 14,000 yen or more. The others aren't as good. there's the figma http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIG-MOE-5655 and the megahouse one http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIG-MOE-5742. There's also the beach queens one, which is pretty bad http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIG-MOE-5930 . I really really hate the beach queens line. There's also a Figuarts Yukiko, but that one was an exclusive, so you have to get it through a proxy or mandarake. There's one up right now http://ekizo.mandarake.co.jp/shop/en/item_s-987075.html

For Rise, the only one you'll be able to buy easily at the moment is the beach queens one, which is terrible imo http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIG-MOE-5855 . The swimsuit Alter one is pretty good, but prices are high, and only available 2nd hand. The version of Rise made by Wave got rereleased in March, so its not too hard to find 2nd hand right now. I have it, and it's nice. There's one on mandarake at the moment http://ekizo.mandarake.co.jp/shop/en/item_s-898706.html

Then there's the megahouse one that should be up for preorder soon too.

 

[Acid08]

Super awesome post, thank you! Unfortunately it looks like most of the Champloo figures that were produced look like hot garbage

 

[johnsmith]

Oh, and I missed the nendoroid yukiko
http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIG-MOE-5441

Also Phat company twin pack Rise/Yu, which are tiny and don't look that great.
http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?gcode=FIG-MOE-7220
And Chie/Yukiko
http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?scode=FIG-MOE-6900

 

[SUPARSTARX]

I'll probably collect the MegaHouse ones somewhere down the line. I don't think they're gonna be gone too soon. There's still a lot of MH Yukiko's on the web.

 

[johnsmith]

I'll probably collect the MegaHouse ones somewhere down the line. I don't think they're gonna be gone too soon. There's still a lot of MH Yukiko's on the web.

Yeah, after getting burned on Yukiko I don't think I'll preorder Rise and Chie. The High Priestess figures are pretty much guaranteed to end up in the bargain bin.

 

[SUPARSTARX]

Fark...

Enterbay promo pictures for their 1/4 Bruce Lee from Way of the Dragon releasing in Hong Kong today on Bruce Lee's birthday

 

[Giolon]

Jaina Solo is shipping!



Longest week ever incoming.

 

[Deified Data]

Hot Toys Coulson...

 

[MCD]

http://www.tomopop.com/megahobby-expo-2012-autumn-one-piece-28055.phtml

Law is such a PIMP.

 

[devastatorprime]

I'm glad I skipped out on the first Law, definitely getting the punk hazard version. At this point all I want from the P.O.P line is Margaret damnit =(

 

[xXJonoXx]

Anyone who bought the Zero Suit Samus figure.. would you say it is worth the $120 price tag? Thinking about maybe getting it.

 

[Dabookerman]

Anyone who bought the Zero Suit Samus figure.. would you say it is worth the $120 price tag? Thinking about maybe getting it.

Depends how much you like the character. It's not very big, only 1/8th scale. But it is very good quality, it being Max Factory 'n all.

 

[johnsmith]

That's pretty steep. I'm guessing you're buying from a US based seller? Does that include shipping? I got it for $83 shipped (5,750 + 1080 sal shipping) and I'd say that was worth it. I'm reading that its getting rereleased for in March, thought that might just be when US sellers get theirs.

The figure itself is great. Looks fantastic. It's not huge, but at 220m is a decent size for 1/8.

 

[xXJonoXx]

Yeah, was just gonna get it off Amazon, a seller has it for $120 shipped and in-stock. Most of my collection is Kotobukiya Bishoujos so I think that it will fit in good. I really like the character design and the pose for the figure. I have never purchased a Max Factory product before though.

I recently picked this figure up from my local comic shop during their Black Friday sale for $50:

Aya from Onechanbara

 

[Giolon]

Anyone who bought the Zero Suit Samus figure.. would you say it is worth the $120 price tag? Thinking about maybe getting it.

$120 is a little steep, but since she's no longer in print, she's probably only going to go up in price. Prices for her in Japan varied wildly during my trip there earlier in the month (5000 - 9000 yen).

But I mean look at how gorgeous she is:

 

[johnsmith]

I hate(love) amiami's preowned section.

Click on it.

Of course.

At least I saved $110.

 

[whatsinaname]

Anyone seen any good Kung Fu Panda figures?

 

[Mikhal]

Any of you guys dealt with Play-Asia, more specifically their auction house? I found a sweet figure of Kazuma from Scryed there for my buddy's Christmas present. What should I be looking out for in case it's a bootleg (if it exists for this figure)?

http://www.play-asia.com/S.H.Figuar..._Form/paOS-13-71-8x-49-en-70-4n2x-25-8k7.html

 

[johnsmith]

Any of you guys dealt with Play-Asia, more specifically their auction house? I found a sweet figure of Kazuma from Scryed there for my buddy's Christmas present. What should I be looking out for in case it's a bootleg (if it exists for this figure)?

http://www.play-asia.com/S.H.Figuar..._Form/paOS-13-71-8x-49-en-70-4n2x-25-8k7.html

I had no idea they were doing auctions. I don't buy from them because they overprice their figures, but maybe you can get a good deal on an auction. according to MFC that figure hasn't been bootlegged. http://myfigurecollection.net/item/81806
Figuarts figures don't get bootlegged often, from what I've seen.

 

[Miroku]

Anyone ever order from Kotobukiya's US web store? I picked up a Yoshimitsu statue and they charged me right away but taking their sweet time to send any shipment notification...

 

[Mikhal]

I had no idea they were doing auctions. I don't buy from them because they overprice their figures, but maybe you can get a good deal on an auction. according to MFC that figure hasn't been bootlegged. http://myfigurecollection.net/item/81806
Figuarts figures don't get bootlegged often, from what I've seen.

I only go on Play-Asia for the few times I need to buy a Japanese game so it was a surprise to me as well that they do auctions. The whole time I was checking on it, there was only one or two other people browsing the auction at the same time so I think the Auction House appears to be underutilized still at this point. Good for me cause I got this figure for more than half the price (even after shipping costs) that Playmoya was asking for!

 

[Razgriz-Specter]

finally after years and years of Predators, Aliens and Terminator figures from NECA,
a figure of Dutch is finally getting released.

 

[sixteen-bit]

Yay I can recreate the Contra box art now.