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Cripes... ok, I'm sold. Great pics! I think I'll have to get two sets now, one for default colors, and another for a set in dark army green.

I'll definitely be there, any chance you'll bring any fast packs sets for the 1/48s, Tony?

I'd definitely get one if those pics are of an unpainted kit.

354155[/snapback] LOL! That truly sucks Rick, but like everyone's pointed out, the recast pieces might help.

Agreed, it'd be the perfect icing on an already sweet cake. Keep it up, Kurt!

In the short time since the low-vis has hit the shops, it now fetches a price comparable to that of a 1/55 Strike valk. Ridonkulous. So is it too late to buy one? No, its never too late to buy one, it just depends how much you NEED one Or just pray that Yamato goes crazy with their re-issue trend.

Yeah, I don't remember the game getting too much in depth regarding Hrist and her beef with Lenneth. Dammit, I might have to end up getting a PSP after all...

Awesome news! The first game with its beautiful character designs and music, along with the addictive battles is still on my top RPGs list. I haven't played any RPGs for a looong time, but I'll have to make time for this one. And it's been ages since I played the first one, so I've forgotten most of the story elements. I do remember wondering what's up with Hrist? And why does she have an evil version of my party? (grammar freak edit)

Isn't that first layer on the front supposed to protect the printing?

I would, but its hard to imitate that ominous "howling" noise.

The pic makes the rotors look like they're spinning faster than they really are...

For scale:

Underside view:

The pilot fig isn't too bad...

See the tiny Suburst hatch?

To add to V4lkyri3' posts, here's my mini-review: Its been delayed a couple of time, but this thing finally hit my porch today from HLJ. The packaging is well done, illustrating all the features of the Lady. After carefully prying the toy from its styrofoam bonds, the first impression I got was the hefty feel for something its size. The fuselage is mostly metal, and the all the interchangeable panels are plastic. The particular one I ordered is the supposedly limited edition version with a black metallic and white scheme, as opposed to the normal version, which is painted in cobalt blue. The paint job is superb; it’s all very clean with no overspray. The doors have a snug fit. As such, its difficult to get them open without the aid of a toothpick, but once I did get them open, it gives a great view of two well painted pilot figures. The only cockpit detail is a decal of panels and readouts, but it’s very hard to see. Aoshima really gave attention to external detail; there are even tiny Sunburst hatches that open on either side of the fuselage right above the boosters. As for the armaments, the machine guns and cannon, as well as the missile pod can be displayed by swapping their respective panels. Not too much detail on these, but they do the job. If one prefers not to use the sturdy stand and base Aoshima provided, the landing gear can be swung open by a slide switch at the bottom of the toy. They hold up the Lady just fine, and the wheels roll quite freely. The best feature of this thing is the rotating blades. The main rotor and stabilizer are both motorized and powered by two AAA batteries. They both rotate quite fast with a small whine from the motor inside (no, it doesn’t “howlâ€), and the switch is disguised as a round landing light. Overall, was it worth the 80 bones? Most definitely.

By swapping parts, yeah, it does. It sucks when you lose a piece, but they still make for some good office toys.

Sylia and Nene came in two days ago for me, but I don't have the problems previously mentioned with Sylia...so far at least. Nene looks way cute-great head sculpt. Her suit is kinda stiff, and some panels are little loose, but no big complaints here.

Eeenteresting. While I did expect King to do more DT works after finishing the series, I never thought it'd be in comic book form. Although I did picture Roland as a lankier fella.

Ack! I can't believe the cowboy Apharmd got a kit before the Viper did. The valk looks quite spiffy though. Thanks for the pics!

Aren't there still some games trickling down for the DC in Japan? My DC is still alive and kicking. Virtual On:OT + Twinsticks= good times. Much love for the Temjin and Viper. Garou: Mark of the Wolf still rocks as well.

Check this out: I won't be sure until my dropship arrives, but it looks like the Alien Queen Microman figure and the included goodies are (or at least pretty damn close) in 1/72 scale. Included with the queen are two alien eggs (one hatched, one still closed), and one Predator figure in a standing pose. Granted, the the Aliens vs. Predator Queen is mega huge compared to the one in Aliens, but hell, it still makes for one nasty surprise for those 1/72 scale marines!

All I can say is cats (frickin cats) and unruly, clumsy friends do not mix with 1/48s. Or any toy worth over $100 for that matter!

They look awesome, but I'll never have room for them. I'll just stick with Micromen for now. But if they ever make Ripley with an exo-lifter, I just might have to make room.

Hurin, are you sure this isn't a hoax?