The moment after you buy your first figure or statue and realize you need another to with it...
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The moment after you buy your first figure or statue and realize you need another to with it...
Hmmm, to see it better, this is not my collection, but does show the right bookcase. The doors I use are big square ones that go all the way across, but have the same aluminum trim as the double doors this guy is using:
Yeah, was also thinking of buying an extra Billy book case just for my figures. Just needed ideas for the lighting and doors. Your picture and example solidified my decision. Thanks.
ColonelSkills
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I feel like some sort of chucklefuck, because I found the image and news post here: http://www.tomopop.com/wonder-festival-2012-summer-game-garage-kits-part-1--26293.phtml
But I can't find (due to my lack of knowledge, I suppose) any info on the manufacturer via any of the source links they posted, but that's going off of auto translated sites. Gonna need to see if I can find a better source for info on it.
SiegfriedFM
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Wow, three different Kats. I hope the best looking one is mass produced eventually.
But, wtf@ Figma Slayer, Zappa and Sol? What a random selection. Of course, it's nice to actually get male figures, buy why not Blazblue?
But, wtf@ Figma Slayer, Zappa and Sol? What a random selection. Of course, it's nice to actually get male figures, buy why not Blazblue?
NathanMcMahon
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Anywho, GAF.
This pic makes me think how awesome a set of vehicles based on Advance Wars would be. Hotdamn it'll never happen, but I'd cry if it did.
Infinitemadness
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How easy is it to add doors/lights? I desperately need more shelves and cases and dig the way that guys set up looks.
NihonTiger90
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Ahahaha. That's funny.
Doors are incredibly easy. Pick them up at IKEA, and they're designed to just screw into place. A few adjustments make them perfectly straight.
Lighting can be very simple (again, Ikea, puck lights, stick on with included tape) or can be a touch more involved. The way the guy has his billy cabinet, are just small puck lights stuck to the bottom of each shelf. Get some black or dark brown tape to cover the wires with, and they'll pretty much disappear.
The way I have my lighting is a bit different. I wanted two vertical strips of LEDs on the left and right front of the cabinet facing in. But, to do that correctly, you want to have a small reveal in order to hide the lights when looking at the cabinet from the front. I went to Home Depot, bought some inverse quarter round trim (bottom left trim here: http://loghomeshoppe.com/images/products/trim/trimcove.gif), cut it to size, painted it, and mounted it into place, then mounted the LED strips (again, from IKEA) to it. I did it this way, because I didn't like the harsh shadows just lights from above create.
So, yeah, overall, I'd say very easy. One lighting way takes less than an hour, the other takes about two.
Just gotta say I LOVE your Jessica Rabbit (I always gawk over those when I go to Disney World) and also Gwendolyn.
Infinitemadness
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Thanks for that info, AMUSIX...I think I'm going to buy some. I'm completely out of space and have too much cool shit in boxes. I'm a serious toy addict.
Got my Samus Figma and Zero Suit Samus PVC. I had no idea figmas were that small...not that I wouldn't have bought this Samus Figma anyway. Now I know what to expect with Link and Pit. I think my favorite piece of Metroid merch is the Samus statue from First 4. So good!
Got my Samus Figma and Zero Suit Samus PVC. I had no idea figmas were that small...not that I wouldn't have bought this Samus Figma anyway. Now I know what to expect with Link and Pit. I think my favorite piece of Metroid merch is the Samus statue from First 4. So good!
Just gotta say I LOVE your Jessica Rabbit (I always gawk over those when I go to Disney World) and also Gwendolyn.
One of my favorites...actually just got the notice that Sideshow just shipped this one out today, so now I'll have two Jessica figures...
J-Roderton
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I was looking around for a Trunks to put on my desk but I've never bought anything like this since I was a kid. Is this worth the $40?
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006HBXIQ4/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Anything better and or cheaper? I'm just not sure on the quality of it or who makes good ones for that matter.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006HBXIQ4/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Anything better and or cheaper? I'm just not sure on the quality of it or who makes good ones for that matter.
I think she's terribly plain compared to the Alter version. Gwen as well actually.
I agree.. I really like the Alter Mercedes!
One of my favorites...actually just got the notice that Sideshow just shipped this one out today, so now I'll have two Jessica figures...
Wow, she looks great! :O
Razgriz-Specter
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Not a big deal but anyone getting the 3A MG Rex that wants a scale human(considering the cockpit is empty)
might want to look into the Human Alliance transformer figures they will be pretty close. half the size of GI JOEs with good articulation.
I might cancel it and get the Kotobukiya one though because its cheaper and even has a Liquid, Snake, Fox, and crushed Fox
Need it right now...
might want to look into the Human Alliance transformer figures they will be pretty close. half the size of GI JOEs with good articulation.
I might cancel it and get the Kotobukiya one though because its cheaper and even has a Liquid, Snake, Fox, and crushed Fox
Need it right now...
Hypertrooper
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Snake is in the cockpit.
I am jealous because my brother bought that monster. I cannot wait to see it in Person.
Razgriz-Specter
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I think that figure is exclusive to those that preordered at 3A, right?
El Pescado
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Not a big deal but anyone getting the 3A MG Rex that wants a scale human(considering the cockpit is empty)
might want to look into the Human Alliance transformer figures they will be pretty close. half the size of GI JOEs with good articulation.
I might cancel it and get the Kotobukiya one though because its cheaper and even has a Liquid, Snake, Fox, and crushed Fox
Need it right now...
Wait, I ordered directly from Three-A. Does this mean I don't get cool mini-figures?
Razgriz-Specter
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Directly from 3A you get an Old Snake figure.
the image I posted is of a different, smaller cheaper Rex from a different company that includes Snake, Liquid and both Fox.
3A is 1/48
Kotobukiya, listed as 1/100 but everyone is saying its more 1/78
around $100.
Auron_Kale
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Can't really spend for the 3A one, but the Koto Rex looks dope - especially with the minifigs.
May keep an eye out for it.
May keep an eye out for it.
Ultimadrago
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I've never checked into it myself, but try the "Combine Orders by month" option in Account under Modify Orders.
See if there are signs that you can combine according to the month that your "final figure" in the desired bulk is in-stock.
It could also just mean they only create bulk orders for figures that release in the same month. I'm not positive.
I would email them for good measure. In my experience, you'll get a response within 24 hours.
Edit: Or what johnsmith shared, he's more familiar with these sites than I.
I cannot wait to have that beast on my shelves! Then Ray next year. Screw the Hot Toys vehicles, THreeA Metal Gears are where it's at!
Razgriz-Specter
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RAY looks even crazier than REX.
Great, thanks for the help! After seeing what happened with the Samus figma I don't want to miss out. The possibility of my current Samus figma getting lost or broken and having to spend over 2x for a replacement is scary. I can't imagine how some of you guys feel with your 200+ statues and figures.
Barrow Roll
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Got Vile last night. He might be my favorite of the 3.
Infinitemadness
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God, I'm so with you on that one...I had a blast posing him. I wish they would tackle regular Rockman/Megaman characters. The kotobukiya aren't anywhere near the quality I want, especially since Bandai delivered so hard on these.
Christina Mackenzie
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From Wonder Festival 2012, new Lineage II figures coming 2013, 1/7 scale.
They look simply exquisite. A few years ago I came close to buying the limited edition dark elf from Orchid Seed.
From what I can tell, this is Max Factory's version of the elf and dark elf. Minor complaint about the elf's hands... I have no idea what she is trying to do but it looks playful. If they look great in color, instant buy!
They look simply exquisite. A few years ago I came close to buying the limited edition dark elf from Orchid Seed.
From what I can tell, this is Max Factory's version of the elf and dark elf. Minor complaint about the elf's hands... I have no idea what she is trying to do but it looks playful. If they look great in color, instant buy!
Ban Puncher
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Anyone got the Metroid figmas still available? I'm getting jack of Play-Asia's whole lotta nothing.
UpperCaseN
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Are u willing to pay stupid prices? Plamoya was mentioned a few pages back and I got mine from there. The price seems to fluctuate as time goes on; I got mine for $55 plus shipping and now it's much higher than that
http://plamoya.com/en/figma-prepainted-pvc-figure-samus-aran-p-43216.html
Sold out everywhere. If you keep checking it *might* come back in stock for a bit at the big 3 Japanese shops, as people at MFC have been reporting, but the odds aren't good.
Ridiculous reseller prices are the only sure thing.
Christina Mackenzie
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I'm guessing your post office is holding it for a reason. Can't you call them with the EMS tracking number to find out?
Oh man this looks sweet. Do you know where I can get this?
Ban Puncher
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Out of stock everywhere and stupid eBay pricing.
Will send a sternly worded email to PA asking them to get their arse in gear.
EDIT - Sod it, order cancelled and sourced from elsewhere. PA continues to become more irrelevant.
Will send a sternly worded email to PA asking them to get their arse in gear.
EDIT - Sod it, order cancelled and sourced from elsewhere. PA continues to become more irrelevant.
B Killenger
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We just posted some Figma Samus and the Samus statue AT RETAIL www.nakamatoys.com along with some other Figma items. I don't get the point of having a store if your just going to sell at ebay prices. Just put it on eBay.
Whoa, hope you guys got one! The Samus Figma are all gone, we still have the Zero Suit Statue though
VanillaCakeIsBurning
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Those Lineage 2 figures look pretty nice.
For people looking for a Figma Samus, this Canadian Store has it in stock and ready to ship. They do ship internationally as well.
http://www.itcamefromjapan.com/Figma-Metroid-Other-M-Samus-Aran-Max-Factory_p_507.html
http://www.itcamefromjapan.com/Figma-Metroid-Other-M-Samus-Aran-Max-Factory_p_507.html
kingellesar
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Can we take time off from work then?
"Sorry can't make it in today, I'm sick because I've bought ANOTHER figure
"I have already outgrown my detolf that I bought...last month. Need another two I worked out, so going to have to get another order in soon, end of year hot toys release is not being nice to me.
Velvet is up for preorder!
Only Hobby Search has her up at the moment
http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10096182
Only Hobby Search has her up at the moment
http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10096182
Just got my D-Arts Boba f-errr Vile! First D-art for me. Paint is great and the figure is mostly solid but the right canon is flimsy. Still, a nice figure.
Can't believe though that I never noticed the lack of hand cannon before, which is my biggest disappointment with this figure. Don't tell me they plan to release a Vile 2.0!
Can't believe though that I never noticed the lack of hand cannon before, which is my biggest disappointment with this figure. Don't tell me they plan to release a Vile 2.0!
Wait, what? Since when does Vile have a hand cannon? Have I missed something? From what I can remember Vile has never had an arm/hand cannon. He has his shoulder cannon instead. *confused*
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