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While getting a Macross Toy license might include a few hoops to jump through, it would be nice to see these other companies attempt Mac Plus or Mac Zero designs (even if they have to slap a RT or HG label on the side). That's where my $$$ would go. 

9 minutes ago, no3Ljm said:

Too much VF-1's?  

Not a fan of that design and yeah, just one too many VF-1J's coming out. So many other Valkyrie designs out there. 

1 hour ago, Duke Togo said:

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so, we have signs of Sheepstealer, but where's Nettles? We've met the other Dragonseeds, but oddly not her.

Edit: Daemon's story arc this season makes sense to me after this episode. I see where they're going with it.

Can you explain what's happening with Daemon, I have some thoughts, but a little clarity would be great. Does the Weirwood tree have something to do with it?

1 hour ago, jvmacross said:

Roy

Nice! 

51 minutes ago, m0n5t3r said:

Yeah, I like the buff look of battroid. Can't wait for the VF-1S  that I preordered. But I do hope Threezero will make some improvements, like with the elbow joint and other stuff mentioned here and in some reviews.

Yeah, that elbow joint is an odd choice but not the worst thing ever. Is the VF-1S with Roy or Hikaru piloting? 

7 hours ago, m0n5t3r said:

Some weird poses near the end...

Just shows how posable it is.

This VF certainly looks stable and rugged. Fighter mode is pretty good, but I actually like Battroid the best! 

28 minutes ago, Big s said:

Friday nights for a while were burger and rental nights. First stop was the video store and then to one of the many burger places. If we had friends over then it was movies and pizza . Every now and then we’d change it up with Tacos 

Those sound like some fun nights! Yeah, sometimes Carls Jr. or Burger king would happen too. 

1 hour ago, Big s said:

That’s one of those few classics that I could find at the video store on rental day. It’s not like today, where anime is everywhere with countless titles. I wouldn’t mind rewatching it now since it’s been a long time 

In the mid 90's my local 20/20 Video had this movie plus Project A-ko, Bubblegum Crisis, Gunbuster and handful of other classics. I was so lucky the manager was an Anime fan and kept as many titles handy as he could. I miss those days, getting some Chinese take-out & renting VHS Anime films. 

After watching this video, I'm actually tempted to get one of these. 

Reunited again. RIP Shannon Doherty. 

2 hours ago, danth said:

Is nobody talking about Axel Foley or am I just way behind?

Anyway, I watched it, and it's about as good as it could possibly be, considering everyone is 40 years older.

I posted my opinion of it the other day, personally I loved it. Eddie Murphy and the crew did not disappoint IMO. 

On 7/10/2024 at 12:12 AM, Actar said:

IMHO, Bandai's is definitely more complicated, but I enjoy transforming it more than the Yamato. Maybe it's because of the age, but my Yamato has gotten all loose and floppy, the paint on the die-cast parts has started peeling, and the plastic just feels more fragile. Definitely would like a V2, if that's even remotely possible...

Thanks @Actar also @no3Ljm for your opinions on these two YF-21's. I think for now I'll just be leaving these guys in Fighter mode. That said, if down the road I can pick up a Yamato 21 or another DX 21... maybe, maybe then I'll take the plunge & transform it. 

1 minute ago, nightmareB4macross said:

I hope so too.

The wing flap is popped out of place.  Haven’t even taken it out of the clamshells.

This sucks.

Bandai seems to have dropped the ball on this Valk. Bent head lasers, some have posted shoulder joint issues and now the stabilizers. 

Keep us posted if you can get a replacement! 

9 minutes ago, nightmareB4macross said:

Got Bandaid.  

The arm vertical stabilizer is busted.

Packaging itself is undamaged and shipping was top notch.

I hope I can get a full replacement or an arm with said stabilizer.

That fracking sucks man!! The same stabilizer on my 21 doesn't lock correctly and looks like if you applied to much pressure could break it, a bad design vs. Yamato IMO. 

I truly hope you can get a replacement!! 

My newest additions! 

We watched Beverly Hills Cop Axel F over the weekend, personally I loved it. It was funny, exciting, some cool shootout scenes too. The original & new cast members did a great job, it gets a bit goofy here & there but still all in good fun. Kevin Bacon is always a delight! 

First time in a long time that for 2 hours I was glued to the screen, I didn't feel bored or the urge to look at my phone. Eddie Murphy is a national treasure, and it was awesome seeing him in this role again! 

Hi everyone, besides getting my DX YF-21 the other day, I also acquired a Yamato VF-22 Max a few days ago, after watching @jenius Anymoon.com transformation guide, I'm a little hesitant about transforming the Yamato into Battroid (as well the Bandai DX 21.) 

So, my question is, which toy has the more complicated transformation, Yamato or Bandai? 

Thank you! 

57 minutes ago, Duke Togo said:

Wow, what an episode!

Definitely one of the better battle scenes in this series or even GoT. 

3 hours ago, Lolicon said:

Okay, had some time to fiddle with it. Going from fighter to battroid wasn't too bad at all, other than kinda juggling everything while you move everything into place.

Going from battroid back to fighter was another matter. Getting the panels to all line up and lock back together is a hassle. 

I think I will keep my second copy to keep it in battroid mode permanently. 

I still think the Yamato has a better looking fighter mode, but Bandai's looks pretty good too.

For battroid, Bandai is definitely better.

Took a couple of quick fighter pics.

You spared no time in painting the landing gear white, it makes such a big difference in its appearance. 😎👍

11 hours ago, Lolicon said:

So who's picking up the HMR VF-4 reissue?

This is why I appreciate & use AmiAmi, just like Mandarake, they don't skimp on the packing supplies for a safe shipment. 

5 hours ago, Lolicon said:

My YF-21 finally freaking arrived from Nin nin game. No busted head laser! Thank goodness.

Same here, mine just arrived (Via AmiAmi) and 3 days earlier than DHL estimated. It's a big relief that my one and only didn't have any damage.