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Truly enjoyed The Super Dimension Convention. Seeing so many Macross items in one place was really something else. I circled the vendor hall a number of times, and each trip I spotted something I'd missed on an earlier tour: books, model kits, toys, posters, etc. Just so many items. The work from the artists in the vendor hall was also incredibly impressive. Quite a lot of talent on display. The Macross Pachinko machine that Adrian and Mike had set up at their table was very cool as well. Two genuinely friendly guys who raffled off a number of things at the end of the day. Thanks for being so generous with your time, and it was great talking with both of you! Spent a lot of time checking out the items in the Museum & Gaming room too. So many great things to look over. Getting to see Mari Ijima perform was definitely a highlight, and the Idol Contest and Walkure mini-concert were also a lot of fun. Glad I was able to attend this year, and thanks to everyone who helped make the convention happen.

Hoping to get down there. Thanks again!

Just finished listening. Adrian's comments about seeing Macross in 35mm were great. Never realized I was missing out, and hopefully I get that chance to see it in 35mm one day. Thanks for the PodCast everyone!

Is there a schedule for the events, concerts, etc.? Thanks in advance! *Edit: There's a schedule of events now up for those interested: http://superdimensioncon.wixsite.com/deculture/events

Man, sometimes I'm embarrassed checking in here with my meager collection. VF-1J Armored Valkyrie VF-1S Strike Valkyrie (Hikaru) Regult VF-1S Strike Valkyrie (Roy) Glaug VF-1J Valkyrie (Hikaru) VF-1J Super Valkyrie (Max) Still on the fence about the Elint Seeker too, but the fact that I'm thinking about it means I should just go ahead and place an order. Wishlist for 2018 and beyond: Tomahawk, Super Ostrich, Queadluun-Rau, VF-1A (Max), VF-1A Supers (Hikaru, Max & Kakizaki).

Epic PODcast! A lot of great coverage and information. Thanks for all the time and effort put in. Thanks too for commenting on the current Tatsunoko & Harmony Gold situation (2:13:40 for those interested).

Thanks for pointing this out. My bet would be no Macross HMR release for February 2018. Interesting that there's going to be a re-release of the Dougram though.

About half-way through the podcast at the moment, but had to stop to say thanks for the thoroughly detailed review of the event. Very much appreciated!

Pretty sure Gwyn was there. Those playing cards are indeed very cool. Hopefully there's another opportunity to order a set.

So what's going up for pre-order next: Tomahawk, Super Ostrich, or something else entirely? It's been too long since I've picked up a new HMR and I feel like I'm missing out on all the fun.

The VE-1 looks great. I've been holding out for the Tomahawk or the VT-1, but not sure I can pass on this one. Decisions, decisions.

Yes to all of the above!

I thought about including those, but I'm only it for the SDF and DYRL releases. I'll update my header. Thanks!!!

Same here. Excluding the Missile Effects Set and the upcoming Regult Missile 2-Pack, there will only be 3 Hi-Metal R SDF Macross releases this year: Millia, Spartan, and the Defender. Quite a drop compared to those in 2016.

Just an up-to-date summary of the Hi-Metal R SDF & DYRL Macross items thus far: 2015 September: VF-1J Armored Valkyrie November: VF-1S Strike Valkyrie (Hikaru) 2016 February: Regult April: VF-1S Strike Valkyrie (Fokker) May: Glaug July: Monster September: VF-1A Valkyrie (Brownie) October: VF-1J Valkyrie (Hikaru) November: VF-1J Super Valkyrie (Max) 2017 March: VF-1J Super Valkyrie (Millia) April: Super Valkyrie Missile Effect Set May: MBR-07 MKII Destroid Spartan August: ADR-04 MKX Detroid Defender December: Regult Missile Type Set Here's hoping 2018 has some good things in store for us all.

The product listing is now up on Tamashii's website as well: http://tamashii.jp/item/12256/?wovn=en

Strange that they don't appear to be listed on the Tamashii Hi-Metal R products page yet.

Maybe one more Hi-Metal R announcement for 2017 with a December release (hopefully one from DYRL or SDF Macross)? Come on Tomahawk!

Strange how color can affect something. I skipped the Spartan release, but would totally have bought a blue one. Maybe they're saving the best for last? Don't they know I badly I want to throw money at them though?

Wow! So much for thinking there'd be no announcement this month, and that the next one would be a Destroid. Hi-Metal R: Expect the Unexpected.

It feels like we've already passed an announcement for April at this point, as they usually happen around the 20th of each month. So I'm guessing a May announcement. And, based on the recent interview with Julian Oreska, I think it's going to be the Phalanx or the Tomahawk.

sh9000 - looking forward to when you have a lineup of all the destroids. That's going to make a great display. Thanks for sharing these...so I can live vicariously through your collection.

Tochiro mentioned trying to get him on for a future SpeakerPODcast, which I think would be a good start.

Julian seemed very proud to have been a part of the Monster build. Didn't sound like there's any plan for a retooled version though.

I wouldn't give up hope just yet. Julian did say they were going to start celebrating the 35th anniversary of Macross in October, and that they had some exciting things planned for a full year.