chrono Posted April 1, 2005 Share Posted April 1, 2005 Thanks for the reply. Glad I didn't step on anyones toes. Anyways the leg and toes bits make sense. Now I do understand that that area of the body's shell is kinda complex with it wrapping over the top and the sides. And the picture isn't the best to compare by, that's why I asked. I'm interested mainly because I plan to eventually build my own Regult An image to illustrate what I was saying about the 'ridge' area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain america Posted April 1, 2005 Author Share Posted April 1, 2005 Hi Chrono. I'd hardly call that a sharp ridge... The main pod has to go from a flat area onto which the side thruster mates, to another circular flat surface where the ring-plate for the cannon goes. 2 different flat planes very close to each other at different angles, so you will have a bit more of a pinch in that area, but it's definitely not sharp. You could smooth that area out, so long as you'd be willing to warp the cannon's ring plate to mate to the rounder surface, which I felt would look far more awkward to the eye. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bsu legato Posted April 1, 2005 Share Posted April 1, 2005 For you Gold Book owners, is there any real differences in the Regult line art between the SDF and DYRL versions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EXO Posted April 2, 2005 Share Posted April 2, 2005 For you Gold Book owners, is there any real differences in the Regult line art between the SDF and DYRL versions? There's no lineart for the regult (or the glaug) in the gold book. There's a drawing of one in a background sketch but that's about it. It's mostly about the DYRL NOUSJADEUL-GER. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robokochan Posted April 3, 2005 Share Posted April 3, 2005 Just t let everyone know. The SM website has been updated with more pics. (Sorry it took so long....) You can access it by clicking on the link in my sig. Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain america Posted April 3, 2005 Author Share Posted April 3, 2005 Hi Sithlord. Judging by the preorders for just the pod itself, I think that a combo standing and seated Zentradi soldier would be a natural addendum kit.... Not to mention the missile carrier variations and tactical scout later on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baxojayz Posted April 3, 2005 Share Posted April 3, 2005 With words like that, this only sounds better and better. You're going to force me to HAVE to buy a half dozen, aren't you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f91 Posted April 5, 2005 Share Posted April 5, 2005 If it turns out that the clear parts for the visible cockpit are problematic, don't worry about mine, mine will be painted anyway. The kit looks fantastic so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bromgrev Posted April 5, 2005 Share Posted April 5, 2005 If it turns out that the clear parts for the visible cockpit are problematic, don't worry about mine, mine will be painted anyway. The kit looks fantastic so far. They're pretty small, anyway. It shouldn't be too difficult to vac-form them if neccessary. The master is looking very nice indeed. Uh-oh, my wife just gave me that "finish some of your 300+ unbuilt models before you even think of buying another one" look ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain america Posted April 8, 2005 Author Share Posted April 8, 2005 Week 3 progress update. The hardest and most elaborate part of the sculpt is done: the hollowing-out of the cockpit pod. This will without a doubt be the most complex model kit pattern I've built to date, but all the effort has been worth it. From this point on, I'll have a week of mostly detail work to do; particularly in the cockpit to try to make it as "cluttered" as it appears in the anime style sheets. Long story short, the kit patterns should be ready by April 15th, so get your wallets ready! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain america Posted April 8, 2005 Author Share Posted April 8, 2005 Cockpit view from the rear main hatch. Sorry for the poor exposure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain america Posted April 8, 2005 Author Share Posted April 8, 2005 Cockpit view fron the front. I've made the front main blast-plate removeable, so as to allow the modeller to better show-off the innards of the cockpit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godzilla Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 That looks so cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightmareB4macross Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Cap'n, Niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiice details. Will a pilot be provided? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain america Posted April 8, 2005 Author Share Posted April 8, 2005 Hi Nightmare. A pilot won't be included with the pod itself, but I want to offer a 2 figure zentradi soldier set later. One figure standing, and one in the seated position that will fit inside the pod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaHX Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Ahhh! Its like a gun to my head to buy 10 more... Stop with the pictures! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabe Q Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 I'm really impressed. You've exceeded my expectations. Wow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baxojayz Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 OMG! That is fantastic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeo-mare Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 incredible skill as always i wish i could do stuff like this. chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mechamaniac Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Absolutely, stunning...as usual. You rock Cap! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THOR Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 suweet!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mule Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Astounding... I just don't know what else to say Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myersjessee Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Gorgeous! Simply Gorgeous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bromgrev Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Cap, you're a one-man fiscal crisis! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wm cheng Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Excellent work John (as usual) Fantastic 3D interpretation of the lineart, with skills to match. I'm so glad you decide to take up the Macross Genre. Thanks again for a fantastic effort. Any clear parts planned (eyes and main display console) - maybe the main exterior eye could be casted in clear resin - so we can paint out the opaque bits leaving the horizontal slit inside clear red? I love the hatches that are removeable - what a great idea. Can the rear hatch be hinged to operate after construction? (might be a tall order for something of this scale - but you do work magic...) Keep up the great work. Thanks, Wm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghadrack Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Dude, I am speechless....... Since I have been reduced to making grunting noises of approval at this stage.... Unngggah Gooooooood!!!! Regullttt Gooooood!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain america Posted April 8, 2005 Author Share Posted April 8, 2005 Hi Will. From the outset, the sensor eye, and the little red "christmas bulbs" will be cast in clear resin. I was originally also going to cast the left-hand side of the pod in clear, but I guess I can do the front panel clear as well. Rear hatch: you'll be able to position it open or closed, but it won't pivot outright... The complex geometry of the hatch outline prohibits simple opening, demanding a more complex push-out, push-up system which would be way too annoying/small/fragile to cast. Therefore, it will be static Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rnurmin Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Wow, this is amazing. You rock, Capt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoLe727 Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Sweet!!! Now gimme.. Great work, capt. Love the detail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghadrack Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Gooberish drooling aside, Cap, what are the odds of you making the Tactical Scout upgrade kit? The with level of detail you are showing so far, after everyone has had a chance to place an order, if you decide to make the Missle carrier and Tactical Scout I will have to buy a third Regult kit and both upgrade kits from you guys so I can build one of each. Have the final height dimensions of the model been determined already? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Less than Super Ostrich Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 (edited) What can I say? I'm finally in. Put me down for one. Edited April 10, 2005 by Less than Super Ostrich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain america Posted April 8, 2005 Author Share Posted April 8, 2005 Gooberish drooling aside, Cap, what are the odds of you making the Tactical Scout upgrade kit? The with level of detail you are showing so far, after everyone has had a chance to place an order, if you decide to make the Missle carrier and Tactical Scout I will have to buy a third Regult kit and both upgrade kits from you guys so I can build one of each. Have the final height dimensions of the model been determined already? Hi Ghadrack. Chances of a Tactical Scout are very, very good; most probably in the form of a very elaborate update set, since the entire head/cockpit area will have to be different. As for the height of the kit, I believe that I gave it out with the March 31st update... Round abouts 34cm if I recall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myersjessee Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 I love the pilots coming later....very cool idea...I smell a scene in the making! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jardann Posted April 8, 2005 Share Posted April 8, 2005 Uhhh! This thing is looking awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
94medition Posted April 9, 2005 Share Posted April 9, 2005 One word: WOW!!! Way to go John! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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