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  2. Captain Global
    Hi, so recently I've been re reading the vf master files and had some doubts maybe you guys can help me with. My main doubt is with the transition from the VF-25 to the VF-31. I have some explanations on why NUNS never adopted the vf-25 and instead decided to develop the VF-31 series, but they do not seem quite convincing to me. I would like you guys to correct me if I made any wrong assumptions and perhaps help me to fill in the blanks. Machine translation has come a long way but it is ambiguous or outright wrong sometimes. The way I interpreted the VF-25 and VF-31 master files was that 1.NUNS never widely adopted the vf 25 and derivatives limiting it to select units, however colonies and especially migration fleets truly adopted it in scale. 2.At the same time NUNS still was searching for a cheaper, mas produced aircraft with increased flexibility. The VF-31 A was supposed to fulfill this role and incorporate the multi-mission pack. 3.Following the deployment of the yf-29 they started also looking for a 5.5 or 6th gen platform (project hyper nova). Hence the vf-31S and the vf-31AX were developed. My main question would be why they did not adopt the vf 25 in order to fulfill the vf-31A role and why they decided to pursue the VF-31 project despite already having invested resources on the 25 and the triangle project. I can understand the idea of the project "hyper nova" in order to have some edge against possible rivals, but for the general-purpose machine It still seems a little incoherent. So far, the explanations I was able to find are the following: -Perhaps it was because the 25 was too expensive as it mentions NUNS was looking for a more cost-effective option. But thought the VF-31 master file I could not find any mentions to cost saving measures, so it seems it could be as expensive as the 25. -Another theory is that it is because of the hi-lo mix. As it says in the master file, adopting the 31 series allow to have both aircraft deployed together with increased interoperability and somewhat of a deterrence factor. However, reading the "Variable Fighter Generations" section on the Vf-25 master file, it says that NUNS already considered the VF-171 and VF-25 an adequate hi-lo mix. Perhaps the massive 171 losses on the vajara war proved them wrong. -My last explanation (and this is a personal theory) is that Shinshei and General Galaxy are able to start their ow internal projects without needing a request from the NUNS or their funds. Given how decentralized the Galaxy is they could just develop the VF-31 series on their own, with their own resources and without the need for a NUNS request or them even buying the thing. This would also explain why General Galaxy/SV works were able to fund, develop and build the SV-262 and SV-303 on their own. Also, one thing I find a little weird is that NUNS never seems to fully adopt anything past 2059, although In the 31 and 31 AX master file it present some units thata dop these machines It is never widespread adoption. I understand this lore is only semiofficial and that in macross narrative always comes first. But I would like to know if I misunderstood or if I'm missing something. Perhaps on the next installment of the franchise we are going to see the venerable vf-171 getting hammered (again) by the bad guys in the first episode. PD: sorry for the long post
  3. Duymon
    This is ~3.5 months of 3d modelling work. Translating metal mini's into 3d prints and updating them to artwork standard has been a blast
  4. ImChris5115
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  6. 26662
    Can anyone vouch for Robot Toy Base or Kicks Generation Toys? Both are taking deposits ($20.00) for the POSE+ Legioss. The prices quoted below are more reasonable than BBTS, but these prices don't include S&H: I imagine the final prices will all be within a couple $10 dollars of each other. https://robotoybase.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=8238 USD439.9 + shipping charge by airmail https://www.kicksgenerationtoys.com/collections/pose USD475.00 + S&H
  7. sh9000
    https://www.yoyakunow.com/en/robots/24809-hi-metal-r-vf-0s-phoenix-roy-focker-s-custom-qf-2200d-b-ghost.html https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/11238766 https://www.cdjapan.co.jp/product/NEOGDS-915055 https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B0FKM5GR26 https://moehime-japantoys.com/shop/plastic-model/hi-metal-r/hi-metal-r-vf-0s-phoenix-roy-focker-custom-qf-2200d-b-ghost/
  8. Perxion
    I think the Sentinel toy line is the ultimate Mospeada collection. The best yet, and the definitive one. Quality, design, engineering, color, aesthetics, fidelity, etc etc... Well done, Sentinel.
  9. Rhubarbarian
    Hahaha, I've also been saving Macross 7 for the exercise bike. My wife loved SDFM, Macross II, and Macross Plus, but after about six or seven episodes of Basara and Planet Dance, she vetoed Macross 7 off the big screen. I didn't appreciate it as much back in the '90s, but the character art in M7 is really spectacular.
  10. Keith
    I think there's a directed purpose for that development.
  11. davidwhangchoi
    Orion and Canis
  12. treatment
    https://www.hlj.com/hi-metal-r-vf-0s-phoenix-roy-focker-use-qf-2200d-b-ghost-banc692573
  13. Mog
    Itano circuses at the ready:
  14. Chronocidal
    Up at AE as well now: https://anime-export.com/index.php?product=95195
  15. Papa Rat
    Hey thanks!
  16. davidwhangchoi
    Can it run Cyberpunk?
  17. tekering
    I love the mottled weathering pattern you've got going there.
  18. davidwhangchoi
    great!
  19. tekering
    What's with the FOUR thrusters? Is Blast-Off not a Space Shuttle any more? 🤔 And why are they actively firing? 🤨
  20. sh9000
    Box art for Bruticus.
  21. sh9000

    sh9000's collection

    Images added to a gallery album owned by sh9000 in Macross Collections

  22. Papa Rat
    Two coats before bedtime. Back at it tomorrow night for another coat or more. Regardless of the outcome I’m really enjoying this process. It’s very calming and its randomness makes it exciting. Main armor is Mr Color 21 Middle Stone over mahogany primer. Wanting to do some markings in an off white and I’m thinking the Neupanzerschrecks would look good in Mr color 512 Russian Green ? Not sure.
  23. Seto Kaiba
    OK, I am quite thoroughly satisfied with "A Space Adventure Hour".
  24. sh9000
    https://hobby-genki.com/en/hi-metal-r/59119-hi-metal-r-vf-0s-phoenix-roy-focker-use-qf-2200d-b-ghost-macross-zero-action-figure-4573102692573.html https://www.nin-nin-game.com/en/hi-metal-r/190648-hi-metal-r-macross-zero-vf-0s-phoenix-qf-2200d-b-ghost-roy-focker-ver-bandai-spirits-.html https://www.amiami.com/eng/detail/?gcode=FIGURE-190063
  25. 68whiskey
    Metal Structure is the super detailed super gimmick top of the line Metal Build is the next step down thats smaller in size 1/100 and has great detail in both frame and accessories with a full alloy skeleton built in. Metal Robot is the next step down with the cool designs based off of gunpla kits. More plasticy , less detailed but also a lot more friendly on the wallet. It really just depends on which figures you want Metal Robot Spirits has a better/wider selection where metal builds are seen 2-3 times a year and Metal Structure is seen once every 2-4 years and costs in the thousands. im sure I left something out or if im wrong someone please correct me
  26. Seto Kaiba
    For junior high and high school students yeah. IIRC, the series had a Sunday 11:00am time slot when it first aired in Japan.
  27. Seto Kaiba
    So... "A Space Adventure Hour". I made it to exactly a minute and thirty-seven seconds before I needed to stop and take stock of what I was looking at, because my mind simply refused to comprehend. I want to see the blooper reel from this episode's production so very badly. That the cast keep a straight face while delivering this dialog in this way shows absolutely gargantuan self-control. I would be on the floor.
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