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geek gaf - figure models
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sixteen-bit
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Damn, The O looks awesome.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
I have a question that's not fully related to figure models...But has anyone ever ordered anything from plamoya.com? I'm looking to buy some stuff off there, and I know people buy these figure models from all over the internet. I guess they have a decent selection, and I'm looking for a possible coupon code for them. Anyone have anything? I'm trying to order nanoblocks that are only available in Japan, and plamoya is one of the few sites I found that offers them at a reasonable price. 
Ultimadrago
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Do you usually use Registered/Unregistered SAL?
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Got and used the code you sent me. I really appreciate it! Hopefully my transaction and shipping speed are worth recommending the site as well.
I'm pretty sure buying the box means you get the complete set. I've bought nendo puchi box sets in the past and got everything, this is most likely a similar thing.
I'm still a bit hesitant to preorder the nichijou set, mainly because I'm unsure about the quality. I'd rather wait and hope for some nichijou nendoroids.
ROBOKITTYZILLA
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Kind of want that Nichijou set but I have so much pre-ordered now, I think I'll be happy with just the Professor Nendo that is coming.
I use unregistered.
Ultimadrago
Member
Oh yeah, I saw that too!
Most def looking out for the final product.
Hmm, okay.
Hah, think I'm too paranoid to use unregistered, but it gets there the same so why pay more?
Sounds like good sense to just go unregistered.
SUPARSTARX
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Got S.H.Figuarts SSJ3 Goku and Vegeta. Heh... couldn't resist the SSJ3!
I use unregistered SAL also, usually gets here in about three weeks, no problem.
I use unregistered SAL also, usually gets here in about three weeks, no problem.
Ultimadrago
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Also a very understandable decision. I'm no hardcore figure collector, but the arms from what I've seen in the screens are loose/not completely stable on some. This of course could be just shots of faulty items, but you're right to be skeptical. (I would be but...my resolve is WEAK!
) And there is a Nichijou Nendroid coming out in fact, a Prof. Hakase w/Sakomoto, like RoboKitty stated.Only a preview sketch thus far however.
*sees figures* Ooooooh. I love how the hair's done on the Goku.
And unregistered for you also?
Cool. Going to change my shipping for the item I got, now that I've gotten some input on unregistered reliability.
I got my Madoka figure using unregistered Sal in about a week from amiami.
Which Nendo figure are you guys talking about?
Ultimadrago
Member
I don't even know which convention this was staged at unfortunately, but it's to my understanding that it is a sign pointing to a future Hakase Nendo from Good Smile to come later on (maybe this year, perhaps).
:OAlso a very understandable decision. I'm no hardcore figure collector, but the arms from what I've seen in the screens are loose/not completely stable on some. This of course could be just shots of faulty items, but you're right to be skeptical. (I would be but...my resolve is WEAK!
Only a preview sketch thus far however.
I had no idea! Guess that means I won't be needing that boxset of mini figures then. Also, I'm only worried about the quality of the boxset because I've never bought anything from that maker. I'm sure it's fine though, they look cute enough which is the most important thing^_^
Whoa that's pretty good! I'm actually testing amiami unregistered Sal with my Ayase nendo that shipped a day or two ago. I've always been an ems user but it really adds up once you start buying more stuff. Hopefully it gets to me in one piece!Vox-Pop said:
sixteen-bit
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Ultimadrago
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Is it me or is her skin pretty damn light.
Ultimadrago
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Niiiiice. Aigis is love.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
Question for you all - does this thread also encompass non-figure models (such as kits)? I was thinking of grabbing a Gundam kit at the hobby shop, but I wanted to see if there were any "experienced" builders in this thread first. I have a few questions about it and figured I'd check before sending cash money.
You can also check out the Gundam OT.
Won't say I'm the most experienced kit builder, but I know more than enough to answer most questions. Fire away!
Liquidsnake
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Such a beautiful thread.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
PM incoming!
Do you use registered or unregistered SAL?
I'm interested in importing my first figure from Japan, and I just want this to go smoothly. I was looking at AmiAmi, but I was worried about shipping costs and then custom fees.
Edit: I am looking at that Samus Figma. But, AmiAmi says 'For Sale in Japan Only." So, I guess that means that I'm SOL on buying it from there?
Giolon
Member
Nope, you should be able to buy it anyway.
I normally go registered when the price difference is minimal. I like the added peace of mind of being able to see my package make it through postal checkpoints rather than just mentally trying to do the calculations of how long it should take. If something goes wrong, its always helpful to have a tracking number.Also, AmiAmi is my favorite online shop. They've never done me wrong. My Aigis up there came from AmiAmi!
Nope, you should be able to buy it anyway.
Also, AmiAmi is my favorite online shop. They've never done me wrong. My Aigis up there came from AmiAmi!
Thanks for the help.
SUPARSTARX
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Ordered some Persona 4 Prize statues from Mandarake :3 They forced EMS on me cuz the boxes are big so they couldn't do unregistered SAL. Costing me $180 shipped. I think it would've been around $155 if they allowed unregistered SAL.
http://www.plastikitty.com/home/drool-over-the-special-kuji-persona-4-figures
They combine together!
http://www.plastikitty.com/home/drool-over-the-special-kuji-persona-4-figures
They combine together!
SUPARSTARX
Member
Just got this in the mail today. 19 days by SAL unregistered from CDJapan.
hnnnnggggggg waifu~~~
I have one on preorder somewhere. Missed the first run.
SUPARSTARX
Member
It looks awesome. I like the base!
SUPARSTARX
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Word. Just got them in. They're smaller than I thought. They're about Figuarts ZERO sized. Still smexy.
Waifus~~
Waifus~~
Ultimadrago
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Chie <3
Awesome purchases, dude.
Awesome purchases, dude.
SUPARSTARX
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Pics! The quality is not bad, but I feel the worst one is Yu & Izanagi, which is the Prize A figure. Meanwhile Chie and Yukiko, Prize B and C, are better in quality. Perhaps it's due to that the color is boring as hell on Yu & Izanagi, but I felt they could've done a better job.
SUPARSTARX
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Yeah, these are not up to the quality of my other Banpresto Prize stuff like the Dragon Ball Kai statues.
fatty
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Need some help and I figured the folks in this thread would be best to ask. I have quite a few of the small Transformers G1 Robot Heroes (I think the whole set). Instead of just displaying them on a shelf I want to put scenery around them to add more life to the display.
Thought about adding stuff from a miniature train model set but that seems too realistic compared to the look of the Transformers. Then came across Playmobil stuff but that is too kiddy (don't like to use that but can't think of a better word).
Anyone have any recommendations on something maybe in between that I can use? I have no idea on what kind of search words I should even be using when looking. Any help is appreciated, thanks.
Thought about adding stuff from a miniature train model set but that seems too realistic compared to the look of the Transformers. Then came across Playmobil stuff but that is too kiddy (don't like to use that but can't think of a better word).
Anyone have any recommendations on something maybe in between that I can use? I have no idea on what kind of search words I should even be using when looking. Any help is appreciated, thanks.
SUPARSTARX
Member
A diorama of some sort?
fatty
Member
Yeah, nothing too complicated but instead of displaying them on the shelf by themselves it would be in a diorama. But that was the word I was looking for! This will help me with searching for any ideas, thanks.
Ultimadrago
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It's showtiiiiime!
(Preordered)
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