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Hmmm. . . just for fun. . . let's go back and put another quote by you next to these: Now that is funny! Hypocrisy, anyone? It would be nice if people would actually take responsibility for the words they choose to use. Words mean things. . . H P.S. Hmmm, guess I did have something more to say.
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Uh. . . I did read your posts as is evident by the fact that I quoted them back to you. Your own words speak for themselves. Nothing more to say. . . H
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vf-24. Three things I see about your post that bear mentioning: 1. Skull 1 isn't pissed so much about the fact that there are problems with the 1S Roy. . . rather, he's actually upset that they're fixing it as they release more. If that isn't bass-ackwards thinking, I don't know what is. 2. Nobody has a problem with noting deficiencies and complaints. As I stated above, I just can't stand the childish whining. Especially ignorant and/or ill-informed whining. And, of course, my favorite, the "vicitimization whining." People are actually upset that they already have a VF-1S now that an "improved" version is being released. They feel like somehow they've been robbed, or taken advantage of. . . ie, they are th victim. Maybe I'm just older and have been around a while. . . and seen my TVs, cars, computers, and everything else replaced with better models shortly after I bought them. . . but this "I want the neeeew one. Wah!" BS is just so selfish and sad, that it leaves me wondering about the maturity and/or age of a lot of those who would post here. When I heard about the "improved" release, I thought to myself: "Doh! I really want one of those! I hope I can afford it when it is released!" I didn't think: "Who can I blame and rail against here!?!" It comes down to this: Yamato is supplying more of an in-demand toy. Further, they are responding to complaints that have been voiced. To actually complain that they've addressed our complaints is moronic. 3. Your complaint regarding the backpack hinge is constructive and valid. If all complaints were voiced in such a fashion, this thread wouldn't even be here. However, please also note that the backpack hinge is not what Skull 1 and Stampede are going on about. They're just pissy because their valkyries aren't perfect. And, darn it, now there is a more-perfect one available and life just isn't fair. Someone must be blamed! Okay, I'm done. H
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At some point a few months ago, they did have the CF 1/60s on sale. I picked up two at $26.46 each. So, maybe they'll be on sale there again some day. H
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Upset? Me? Nah. . . just can't stand people who state their opinion in such a way that implies that anyone who disagrees is an idiot. a'la: Then, my favorite part is this: Lovely. Someone gets "burned" once, and then comes in here to tell us that anyone who would buy these things is an "idiot" or "fool". . . yet he's never even seen the freakin' thing. That's worse than whining, it's ill-informed, hypocritical, whining. People need to get it through their skull: No toy is perfect. If you don't want to buy one, that's fine. But don't come in here and cast aspersions on those who do. Why not just say: "It's not worth it to me judging by what I've heard." I've said it before and I'll say it again. . . these toys (for the most part) are fine. Even the "flawed" VF-1S. People, you have to consider the source when you read reports of how "flawed" these things are. We have people here who don rubber gloves before handling their valks! H P.S. I also wish people would actually consider that we are only paying so much for these toys because they are imported via third parties. So, this "it should be perfect for the money I paid!" isn't quite as compelling when you consider how much people in Japan are paying for them.
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More Valkyries for us. BTW, thanks for calling everyone who disagrees with you and still buys Yamatos "stupid." Very classy bit of writing there. But, here are some other possibilities: 1. We're not as picky as you. 2. We're not as cheap as you. (you can use the term "frugal" if you want. Might keep you from whining in a later post.) 3. We're not as whiney as you. These valks rock, even my Roy 1S. I just can't imagine looking at it and thinking: "I was robbed!" Nor can I imagine being upset when an even better one is released! Talk about selfish! H
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For perfect quality control, you'd pay a whole lot more than $130. Yes, it's too bad about some of the QC issues. But to me, the only really inexcusable one was the crooked skull on the tail fin. And that stopped bothering me as soon as I realized just how hard it was to detect during every-day viewing. H
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Wow, I leave town for a day, and totally miss my opportunity to vent at a whiner. . . Darn. H P.S. So, if Yamato wants to sell more VF-1S Roys because people still want them, they should be forced to release it with the earlier problems? That, my friend, is moronic. P.P.S. Any regular visitor here knew that the Roy had a few minor problems. In fact, I'm pretty damn sure that most of us wouldn't have even cared about or noticed the problems had someone here not pointed them out! I still love mine. It looks/feels great. P.P.P.S. I say again: The official Macross World Motto: When in doubt. . . whine.
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Darn it. Someone beat me to the low-vis comment! H
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What is the most memorable scene for you?
Hurin replied to PC Valkyrie's topic in Movies and TV Series
1. The "photo album" ending. . . 2. Hikaru and Misa running into each other's arms in the bowels of Alaska Base. 3. The image of the dead Zentraedi pilot, clutching a Minmei doll in his skeletal hand, forever waiting for "culture" in the shadow of his downed fighter pod. . . -
I think it was either $20 or $35. I was expecting $50-75. But, I won't be too happy until the person reports that they have received it, in good condition, and is happy. H
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Hey WM, how about a few words about your photography technique. I've got a digital camera. But obviously. . . both its capabilities and my skills are lacking. . . How do you get such clear, detailed, close-up pictures!?! Thanks! Hurin
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I think 1/55s are good for nostalgia's sake. . . and if you were buying a toy for a kid (because of their durability). But, honestly, if I could somehow remove the nostalgia from my eyes (which is impossible), I think I would probably look at a Bandai "chunky monkey" and say: "bleh, why would anyone buy these when Yamatos are available." But, now we're getting into a classic Yamato vs Bandai debate which as been done to death elsewhere. Lets keep in mind here though that this guy seems to have no nostalgic attachment to any of the older toys. . . and I think that is really Bandais strongest selling point to those of us who've been around for a while. Regarding durability. . . if you're still the sort of person who plays with your toys, I'd go with Bandai I guess. But if you're the type who might transform it a few times a month, and then stare at it admiringly (and perhaps wave it about in the air while making swooshing sounds). . . then Yamato is your best bet. Just one man's opinion. H
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Welcome to Macross World. 1. If you can afford it ($120-165 shipped depending on where you find one), I think most would recommend a 1/48-scale Yamato VF-1. Which one depends on your favorite valk. Currently, there are the following 1/48 valks available as of late September: VF-1A Hikaru (now rare and expensive, but more are being produced. . . presumably with minor quality issues fixed.) VF-1S Roy (somewhat rare. Again, more being released in the next month or two. . . presumably with fixes.) VF-1A Max (Readily availabe. This one was the first to have QC issues fixed) VF-1A Low-Vis (Limited release and rare/expensive. Non-canon paint-scheme which never appeared in any anime so far.) Coming soon (in next two months hopefully): VF-1S Hikaru (red, DRYL paint-scheme) VF-1J Hikaru (TV scheme) Most here would recommend also picking up a set of FAST Packs for any 1/48 Valk you get. They really make an already superb rendition of the Macross VF-1 shine even brighter. Though, demand for the FAST Packs far out-stripped supply. . . so they will be hard to get for the next month or so. . . A good place to see great pictures of a lot of Macross toys is SuperJaw Toys. Two great places to purchase Valks: Valkyrie Exchange Twin Moons Anime Or, of course, you can scavenge Ebay. Here is a good overview (by Lebhead) of the differences between the various types of valkyrie toys. Finally, take a look at the toys area of Lebhead's Protoculture site. Uh, I think I'm out of info now. Brain dump complete. . . Oh, someone will probably mention this, so I might as well do it nicely now. . . I think images in your signature are frowned upon. Welcome Aboard! H
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I'm with ya there. I couldn't believe it either. It really jumped there at the end. Of course, I'm not complaining! H
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Don't know what is recommended, but I asked this question above and WM said that in this particular case, he applied the decals without first laying down a layer of clear-coat. I think, however, that this is the exception rather than the rule and he was just excited and impatient. Best Regards, H
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I don't think it's supposed to be readily apparent to us. . . for two reasons: 1. They just wanted to get the point across that we appear primitive (at least in warfare) to the Zentraedi. 2. From our perspective (as humans), watching us fight the Zentraedi doesn't look primitive or lame. . . but from the Zentraedi perspective, just the fact that they do obliterate the ARMDs and the rest of the fleet despite our best efforts demonstrates a total lack of space-warfare sophistication on humanity's part. In other words, as a master tactition, he's noticing nuances of our tactics that aren't visible to us at all because we are both ignorant of such nuances and oblivious to how space-warfare should be done in the Zentraedi rule book. And, of course, we didn't see everything that was happening during that battle. He may have been referring to stuff not actually shown on screen. H
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Could just be me, but I assume there will be some indication on the box (part # or SKU) that this is a different release. Not doing so would create just as many issues for Yamato as it would us and our sellers.
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Old crooked-skull 1/48s = FAST Pack candidates. New correctly-applied skull 1/48s = No FAST Packs! I'll just put the FAST Packs on my old ones to hide the crooked skulls, and buy some new ones to proudly display the "good" skulls. They got the skulls right on the low-vis. . . so hopefully they've learned how to apply them straight by now. H
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Check out the models forum for hints on panel-lining.
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Wow! Feel better man! H
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Wow. . . sorta makes my attempt at stickering pale in comparison (though I still think Takatoys are the best option for those not talented/patient enough for water-slide). Question though. . . you mention laying down glossy black on the tailfins (to hide the original skulls). Did you put down a gloss coat or anything else before putting on the rest (I'm especially interested in the UN SPACY on the legs). Hope you can provide some info! Wonderful work man! Thanks! H
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Finally got mine after a long, hurrican-prolonged, UPS ground journey from Florida (to the west coast). . . Wow! For all that traveling, the box is still in perfect shape. This will be my "mint/never opened" original release Roy. So, a good box was a big deal for me. I'll buy my valks from Kevin at Valkyrie Exchange whenever I can. But, I must say that AnimeNation is a good second choice (along with TMP Anime of course!). Very nice packaging and a perfect valk (box, at least, I'm not opening it). Now, to fight off the urge to get an improved one when they are released! Best Regards, H
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I'd like to see a mass-released CF 1A but with a limited release 1J variant. H
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Well, if we were to go with that screengrab, we'd have to make the gunpod as big around as the battroid's leg! BTW, where is that screen grab from? It rocks! I don't think we can go to a cel from the show and say: There, that's how it should look. The people drawing the show took just as many liberties with the line art as Yamato has when their artistic sensibilities dictated that they should do so. H