treatment Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 2 hours ago, derex3592 said: The VF-4G's are a nightmare (no pun intended) to panel line. Go with the PF! Maybe it is due to the gray/blue body, but I've never been really impressed with a panel-lined VF-4G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derex3592 Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 See, I was in the opposite camp, I didn't care for it before I panel lined it, there's just to much grey and nothing to break it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacrossJunkie Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 Yeah, it is a bit dull. If I ever get a chance to, I'm considering at least making some panels different shades of gray to break up the uniformity without deviating from the canon paint scheme too much, just to make it a little more visually interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lolicon Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 It's laborious doing the paneling on the VF-4 yourself and then having to scrounge up the decals. A few extra bucks for the PF is worth it for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DYRL VF-1S Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 1 hour ago, derex3592 said: See, I was in the opposite camp, I didn't care for it before I panel lined it, there's just to much grey and nothing to break it up. I actually had no interest at all when the regular VF-4A was announced. Like none. My HMR was just fine. Theeeeeen the glorious PF version was announced. I became a traitor to my own words that this is the ugliest Valk ever (in Battroid and Gerwalk, of course). I preordered just like that without hesitation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanity is Optional Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 50 minutes ago, Lolicon said: It's laborious doing the paneling on the VF-4 yourself and then having to scrounge up the decals. A few extra bucks for the PF is worth it for me. Give Gundam Marker "pour type" panel lining markers a try. Panel lining never felt so easy. They use a thin ink and work via capillary action, so there's minimal clean-up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DYRL VF-1S Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 1 hour ago, Sanity is Optional said: Give Gundam Marker "pour type" panel lining markers a try. Panel lining never felt so easy. They use a thin ink and work via capillary action, so there's minimal clean-up. I have one sitting in my HLJ warehouse. Can’t wait to try it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacrossJunkie Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, Sanity is Optional said: Give Gundam Marker "pour type" panel lining markers a try. Panel lining never felt so easy. They use a thin ink and work via capillary action, so there's minimal clean-up. The problem is that many of the panel lines are so shallow that there's no capillary action at all. Otherwise all the various panel lining techniques/products and washes available are just as simple. For the VF-4G at least, you either had to manually draw the panel lines on or try rescribing the panel lines and then using whatever favored panel lining method you have. Edited August 19, 2020 by MacrossJunkie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chronocidal Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 See, I'm actually thrilled to have the official 2012 scheme, because it frees up one (or two) of my original VF-4Gs for custom schemes. I was going to make one with a tan nose eventually, but I definitely want to dig into some old F-14 decals for ideas on one. Maybe a good Sundowners or Ghostriders scheme would look good, complete with the white scalloped underside. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tekering Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 13 minutes ago, Chronocidal said: Maybe a good Sundowners or Ghostriders scheme would look good, complete with the white scalloped underside. Or a Cavaliers scheme. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanity is Optional Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 20 minutes ago, MacrossJunkie said: The problem is that many of the panel lines are so shallow that there's no capillary action at all. Otherwise all the various panel lining techniques/products and washes available are just as simple. For the VF-4G at least, you either had to manually draw the panel lines on or try rescribing the panel lines and then using whatever favored panel lining method you have. Interesting. I've been able to do a few models with shallow lines, but yeah it meant tracing the whole line, letting the ink dry, then swiping my thumb over the top to removes the overflow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chronocidal Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 5 minutes ago, tekering said: Or a Cavaliers scheme. On a kit, yes, but I'm probably not going to attempt -that- much painting on a transforming one. Tails, wings, detachable parts, sure, but that whole body scheme would get tricky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidwhangchoi Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 i still need to order this. i haven't decided on the premium or regular. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treatment Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 22 minutes ago, davidwhangchoi said: i still need to order this. i haven't decided on the premium or regular. Get both. So you can have the fugly battroid in both PF and non-PF editions... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidwhangchoi Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 5 minutes ago, treatment said: Get both. So you can have the fugly battroid in both PF and non-PF editions... man... i have so many VFX versions so i don't think i want mulitples. but maybe... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F360 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 2 hours ago, davidwhangchoi said: i still need to order this. i haven't decided on the premium or regular. Maybe preorder the premium............. and then wait.............................until they have a sale for the normal VF-4a Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidwhangchoi Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 25 minutes ago, F360 said: Maybe preorder the premium............. and then wait.............................until they have a sale for the normal VF-4a heheheh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lolicon Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 Hey David you getting multiples of the PF? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidwhangchoi Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 6 hours ago, Lolicon said: Hey David you getting multiples of the PF? how many do you have on order so far? i'm not sure yet myself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lolicon Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 5 hours ago, davidwhangchoi said: how many do you have on order so far? i'm not sure yet myself Just one for now. Considering a second one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted August 25, 2020 Share Posted August 25, 2020 (edited) Ok, so catch me up. Is the only difference between the PF and standard finish the panel lining? I'm not seeing pictures with a pilot figure. Do both versions come with one? Do both not come with one? Does one and not the other come with one? So the PF is 38,280 yen because since it has to be shipped to a JP address you're on the hook for tax correct? Then if the shipping is still screwed up $75ish for DHL or $30ish for surface? Total with DHL $450ish? The PO through Amazon JP for the regular finish is $315ish shipped DHL? Thanks! Edited August 25, 2020 by sqidd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F360 Posted August 25, 2020 Share Posted August 25, 2020 They both come with pilots , it’s listed on their item details They both come with a gunpod The main difference between them is that the premium finish will have full tampo marking and panel lining so it should have a clear coat too . The regular ver will have some pre applied marking but the rest will be on the worse sticker sheet in the world . shipping cost what it is , can’t really compare to Amazons deep DHL discount. So you will save on shipping and tax if you get it on amazon. the regular release is in December and the PF is in February, both could be delayed as usual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted August 25, 2020 Share Posted August 25, 2020 11 minutes ago, F360 said: They both come with pilots , it’s listed on their item details They both come with a gunpod The main difference between them is that the premium finish will have full tampo marking and panel lining so it should have a clear coat too . The regular ver will have some pre applied marking but the rest will be on the worse sticker sheet in the world . shipping cost what it is , can’t really compare to Amazons deep DHL discount. So you will save on shipping and tax if you get it on amazon. the regular release is in December and the PF is in February, both could be delayed as usual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted August 25, 2020 Share Posted August 25, 2020 I'll pulled the trigger on one standard finish. I'd regret it if I didn't. No idea what I'm going to do with it though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vladykins Posted August 25, 2020 Share Posted August 25, 2020 Custom it in Roy scheme Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackpot Posted August 25, 2020 Share Posted August 25, 2020 10 minutes ago, vladykins said: Custom it in Roy scheme Can't really work completely as Roy's has a different and slightly better headsculpt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacrossJunkie Posted August 25, 2020 Share Posted August 25, 2020 4 minutes ago, crackpot said: Can't really work completely as Roy's has a different and slightly better headsculpt. Could always get this then: Custom VF-4 head on Shapeways I believe this one matches the Hi-Metal version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted August 25, 2020 Share Posted August 25, 2020 (edited) 43 minutes ago, vladykins said: Custom it in Roy scheme Winner!!!! I was thinking of putting it in my Hikaru display but I would have to "de-mote" the Hikaru 1S with SSP's in fighter to have the room. The Roy display has room. Or, maybe both. I've yet to get a single Valk on release . It would be irresponsible to start now. Edited August 25, 2020 by sqidd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurisama Posted August 25, 2020 Share Posted August 25, 2020 6 hours ago, MacrossJunkie said: Could always get this then: Custom VF-4 head on Shapeways I believe this one matches the Hi-Metal version. Psssshhh, I think you mean the Hi-Metal version matches this one - since I made it years before the Hi-Metal release. You'll find the variants here too; https://www.shapeways.com/shops/rpg?section=Macross+VF%2FYF+Upgrades&s=0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackpot Posted August 26, 2020 Share Posted August 26, 2020 30 minutes ago, Kurisama said: Psssshhh, I think you mean the Hi-Metal version matches this one - since I made it years before the Hi-Metal release. You'll find the variants here too; https://www.shapeways.com/shops/rpg?section=Macross+VF%2FYF+Upgrades&s=0 I like your VF-4S rendition. Having a 1A head for the Skull leader seems a downgrade or demotion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted August 26, 2020 Share Posted August 26, 2020 The S head is sweet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slide Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 On 8/25/2020 at 11:10 AM, sqidd said: I'll pulled the trigger on one standard finish. I'd regret it if I didn't. No idea what I'm going to do with it though. My vision for a Detolf shelf: I bought a Flashback:2020 LaserDisc to use as a backdrop. I'm going to follow @Lolicon's lead and DIYPF mine, along with my two HMR VF-4s. Display them all in front of the LD with the Arcadia in Fighter mode, and the HMRs in Gerwalk and Batttroid mode. come to think of it... I might need a third HMR for another Fighter in forced-perspective... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D' only Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 NY just posted the premium finish https://www.nippon-yasan.com/figures/32131-the-super-dimension-fortress-macross-flash-back-2012-vf-4a-lightning-iii-ichijou-hikaru-type-premiumu-finish.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 2 hours ago, D' only said: NY just posted the premium finish https://www.nippon-yasan.com/figures/32131-the-super-dimension-fortress-macross-flash-back-2012-vf-4a-lightning-iii-ichijou-hikaru-type-premiumu-finish.html Delivery spring 2022! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 4 hours ago, slide said: My vision for a Detolf shelf: I bought a Flashback:2020 LaserDisc to use as a backdrop. I'm going to follow @Lolicon's lead and DIYPF mine, along with my two HMR VF-4s. Display them all in front of the LD with the Arcadia in Fighter mode, and the HMRs in Gerwalk and Batttroid mode. come to think of it... I might need a third HMR for another Fighter in forced-perspective... My organization isn't set up like that. I have my stuff organized by character or show. Also no Detolfs. It has no "show" correct? It's from a video game? Even if it did, I'm not doing an entire shelf for it's show/game. I'm going to have to put it in my Hikaru shelf. Probably by demoting something that's on it. That is unless I can figure out how to fit it in there without it looking too busy. Since it's a 1/60 I'd want to put it in back (my version of depth of field). Maybe I can make something work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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