Jasonc

That last pic of the battroid looks a lot like the Nirvash in Eureka 7. Does it come with an air board shield and fold booster backpack?

So, I just contact them, and tell them that I want to order replacement arms for the VF-0A and VF-0S that I have? Do they invoice me afterward?

Anybody got a link for HLJ.com on the replacement parts? I can't find them on HLJ's website.

cool, thanks for the info. I'm still in for one of the Ver. 2.0 I need to build up ver. 1. Man, so much work, so little time.

That's the fugliest POS I've seen. It's so thin, he must've made it out of cardboard.

LOL, we're all in the same boat as far as this is concerned... KEEP IT REAL!!! KEEP IT JAPANESE!!!

Did the Regult V1.0 come with decals and/or, did anyone make decals for it?

They'd be smart to not package it the same. I am so tired of paying up the wazoo for a stupid box with Tommy Yune art on it. I'd rather have a good quality toy. If Aoshima makes the better joints and leg connectors, I'm dumping all my Alphas for those. I think Toynami's reputation for transformable toys has all but shattered. I'll definitely wait on the word back on the Aoshima Legioss fighters, but for now, at least Aoshima has some fixes and some word on the production of the Beta/Tread. I look forward to this looking right.

From what it seems, Toynami needed a partner on this to help keep cost low. Someone at HG told me (Tommy Yune) back when it was just Toynami's baby that "if it's going to come out, the proble we are having is that it's going to cost upward of $200-250. That being said, it seems like Toynami couldn't get it done without getting a partner in it. Aoshima's stake is that they get exclusive rights to sell in Japan, they get the mold to utilize, and what else is good from the blog on rt.com, is that Aoshima will fix some of the problems that the Beta prototype may have had, along with the Alpha problems. So, Aoshima and Toynami are teaming together to make this Beta/Tread. One will color match in the domestic market, and one will color match the Legioss that will be distributed in the Japanese market. See, now I want the Aoshima ones, they're gonna be built better.

And out of the rubble, I revive this semi-old thread. I picked up this article today and thought it was quite interesting. Apparently, the lackeys at HG are now making announcements of the official Beta release, of course with no dates given on it. So, does that mean early next year, or 22 years like what they did with their part 2? http://sdf5x.blogspot.com/ Craptastic, I hope it is display worthy.

The best way to do it is get a medium size box and put the opening side on the side. Make sure the box is completely sealed, and and extend the upper part of the box. This will trap the upper mist of dried paint from your box. you may also need to use a small fan to keep the dried paint into the box, and make sure the room is well ventilated. that's my suggestion, but play with it with water, and see how the fumes and spray blow and react. that's the safest, best way to work in a small space without spending a fortune.

Clarify here: OK, that's your fine detailed analysis, but then you back track. OK, so it is better than the 1/72 YF-19??? Then, So, you really aren't so sure about liking the 1/72. As for comparing the two, people compare them because they are the same toy. Why do people compare the 1/60 yamato VF-1s to the 1/48s? Because again, it's the same damn toy, just different scale. Then, if you compare different toys, from different manufacturers, you get a small sample that actually compares. In that case, maybe you can compare Bandai, Toynami, and Yamato. I personally think that Yamato's toys are about as high up their as other manufacturers. For the detail, actual product, and raw materials, it's a good product. Bandai has solid toys, but look at the detail... not even close. For product stability, compare to Toynami, better QC than Toynami. Overall, I'm not saying you should not complain. You have every right to whine and cry all you want. Just noting where your words seem to be backtracking, so if you are trying to make a point, make it a little more factual, not based all on your emotions. As a side note, I've never had a single problem with any Yamato toy I've ever owned, except paint chiping on a few diecast parts. It's to be expected though. Also good news on the fixes. I'll be getting this a little later, as I'll be tying the knot soon. But Looks like my YF-19 will have a slightly different brother.

This is not necessarily the case. How many times have you seen someone see or experience something they know nothing of, and try to attach it to something they may be only fairly accustomed to, or may only have heard about? That's what I got from watching that scene in SDF Macross. They heard of PC, thought of it as this one true almighty power, and when they saw that movie, their first reaction was to judge it as the almighty power they were maybe told about. Does anyone know about which phase of work they are on in regards to the new show?

Perhaps it's just me, but the new sculpt of the Beta looks less detailed, and kinda awkward with the cockpit being the way it is. Is it supposed to look that big? Also, it's probably just the angle, but the Toynami Beta looks like it doesn't have any joints or anything. I hope they didn't decide on a non-transforming Beta. That was one of their options for awhile, as George over there told me. Coin toss!!!!

New parts = Happy Jasonc for being able to transform his 0A and hopefully 0S. Hopefully the info is good.

For the VF-1D, the Tamiya Orange is perfect. It's not so "racey", and when put under a matte or dull coat, looks more like what an orange would look like when exposed to the outside and to air. One of these days, I'll get my camera charged, and take pics of my custom VF-1D. People do seem to like it, at least somewhat.

C'mon man, that's the new Overtechnology given to humans fromt he Protocultures! You mean to tell me that you don't want to see guys walking around with gun arms and fairies all around? (Of course I'm joking)

Why do I feel like this conversation is a runaway barrel going downhill fast? Actually, some of the ideas here, aren't half bad. It's always fun to speculate.

And you know it!!! Doesn't it also lead to the dark side of the force? I can't wait to see some scans myself. Good plastic goodness wrapped in a nice big box of fun.

Whatever you have before you got engaged, or make your vows, that's who she marrys, that's what goes with you. Or, if you are to do the compromise, make her get rid of half of her hobby stuff, or half her shoes, or makeup, or something that is equal in sacrifice. If she buys more out of want, not out of necessity, you buy an extra toy out of want. See, you have to eat what you're dishing out sometimes.

I'll definitely take one. I'm kicking myself for missing the first one.

Put me down for 2 Mospeada shirts (L) and 2 of the MWcon shirts (L). If you make the MW con shirts in that brown color and/or the blue, I will take those too. As for size of the graphics, I think it's fine. you definitely don't want it like a billboard. It's the look of subtlty but recognition that make it a good size and design. My only suggestion would be to do it in that brown color, just for a variety of MWcon shirt colors over the years. We've had so far (correct or add anything I'm off on) Black Navy Blue Grey Green See, no need for Target, just buy tees every year from MWcons

Ah, OK!!! I was just trying to figure out that one, as I don't see how the term "soulmate" could give off a "weak" man, or the sort. It just didn't make sense to me. In what I was brought up under, it is kinda a mix between old and new culture, a lot of the old based in my latin American heritage. The old that I've taken in is that a man is the one who carries the weight of a relationship with his girlfriend/wife. As we all know, relationships aren't always easy as pie. The stress and burdens should be weighted mostly on the man. In return, his woman should always give him room to be free (not in the sleeping around sense) to be who he is, endulge in his hobbies, and relax from time to time. In my upbringing there, a woman is your most cherised person on the planet. She's the one who will bear your children, support you when the world is against you, and bring you joy in life that "male bonding" just doesn't give. The new culture side tells me that a good man is simply like a reed in the wind. Sounds stupid, I know, but a reed can bend with changing wind/time, and not break (cave in, or faulter). The truth is, women are very difficult to grasp, and understand as it is, and any man who can make a great relationship last the test of time and remain happy is doing something right. The woman must be doing her job as well, because as the saying goes, behind every great man is a greater woman. I don't necessarily believe that saying all the way, but if a great man is gonna be with a woman, the respect and honor given needs to be a 2-way street.

I haven't met anyone that's really said that before. Not that I ever use it, but out of curiosity, why does that carry a negative connotation? Would a guy saying that be the same implication of a guy who cries during telephone commercials, and orders the foo-foo drinks at starbucks in his Miata (didn't mean to offend anyone, if that applies to you)?

Well, for the record, I was raised with both parents, so there goes that argument. In most cases, I've found that people attract a reflection of themselves to some extent. Forget the "opposites attract" B.S. That's about as solid as a matchstick, and burns out just as fast. Garbage in, garbage out. If you have a shitty view of women that are coming around you, it's more likely because you are attracting some sort of reflection of yourself. That's why in my last post, I said if you want to change the type of women you are pulling in, you need to clean out the closet of your own ideas, and start figuring out what's gonna make you a better person. The few of us fortunate to have women in our lives who inspire our collections, share in our joys in our hobbies, and can still be a man and not compromise your gut instincts, consider yourself very fortunate. I know I do. With my fiance, I've sacrificed 0% of who I am, as she knew that was who she got, and she hasn't had to sacrifice any of her character, and the relationship works both ways, in good harmony. We save together, buy together, and when she wants to buy something within means, she does. When I want to buy something within means, I do. Being married, single, a player, a nerd, or whatever, doesn't classify you as less or more of a man. It's all about gaining respect, giving respect, and living life to the fullest. To some, the fullest is dating as many chicks as they can, to some, it's being financially independent, to others, it's being with one woman to call their own. Whatever you want, respect those around you, respect your woman, and respect yourself. Stand for what you believe. Damn, that sounded almost patriotic. I'm drinking to that one tonight.