JB0 Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 1 hour ago, pengbuzz said: They look funny here as well (yes, the official art looks bad). Toy accuracy gang unite! Matchbox/Popy style or bust! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pengbuzz Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 (edited) 43 minutes ago, JB0 said: Toy accuracy gang unite! Matchbox/Popy style or bust! Popy Gundam Style!!! Edited January 31, 2022 by pengbuzz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 9 hours ago, pengbuzz said: Popy Gundam Style!!! LOL, my wife is going to crack up. Every time I say Gundam she says "Gundam Style" and does the dance for a few seconds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey728 Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 Found on CollectorFreaks.com Forums. Best comparison image of the Blitzway and SoC Voltrons out that I could find. I don't know what you guys are finding wrong with it. Perhaps the lion legs being covered is subconsciously making it look weird to you since no one has ever done that before? I think it's the best proportioned Voltron to date and the legs didn't look floppy when handled like the SoC version. I think you guys are splitting hairs here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pengbuzz Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 (edited) 12 minutes ago, Grey728 said: Found on CollectorFreaks.com Forums. Best comparison image of the Blitzway and SoC Voltrons out that I could find. I don't know what you guys are finding wrong with it. Perhaps the lion legs being covered is subconsciously making it look weird to you since no one has ever done that before? I think it's the best proportioned Voltron to date and the legs didn't look floppy when handled like the SoC version. I think you guys are splitting hairs here. Please read: 19 hours ago, pengbuzz said: If you look at the pics you just posted, the hips on Blitzway Voltron don't stick out from the pelvis sideways, while on the SOC, they protrude a bit. And the torso (particularly the black area) is longer vertically from abdomen to head on the Blitzway than then SOC. 21 hours ago, pengbuzz said: Yeah, but the SOC has them at least out a little bit from the pelvis. Blitzway's look squished into the pelvis on either side, and the waist looks a bit long too. Departing this conversation due to health reasons (seizure condition). Edited January 31, 2022 by pengbuzz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey728 Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 @pengbuzzHey, you're entitled to your opinion as am I. No need to defend yourself and I'm sorry I made you feel that way. I did not take any offence in your post and I did read your posts and what you feel bothers you. I'm just not really seeing what your seeing as a negative so each their own. And now that's I'm focused on the pelvis region, I think it's a little weird how the legs on the SoC stick out a little. I hadn't noticed that before nor did I care. I also prefer the lines down the thighs on the SoC version detail whereas the Blitzway is just a solid mass. I like the black around the star in the belt of the Blitzway just because of the added contrast of it. The proportions of the head and body 'feel' better to me on the Blitzway than the SoC version. On top of that the SoC version is squinting for some reason like he's having trouble seeing something or just smoked a blunt whereas the Blitzway looks like he just had a cup of coffee and is ready to kick some ass. The SoC version is still the best RELEASED version of Voltron to date and goes very well with Vehicle Voltron and Evil Voltron. That being said, I think this Blitzway Voltron will be perfect standing next to my Voltes V DX and Combattler V DX. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mog Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 28 minutes ago, Grey728 said: Found on CollectorFreaks.com Forums. Best comparison image of the Blitzway and SoC Voltrons out that I could find. I don't know what you guys are finding wrong with it. Perhaps the lion legs being covered is subconsciously making it look weird to you since no one has ever done that before? I think it's the best proportioned Voltron to date and the legs didn't look floppy when handled like the SoC version. I think you guys are splitting hairs here. Wings on the Blitzway are too small (the angle in the above pic is skewing to hide that difference). Green looks too similar to Red and lacks that cylindrical look we’ve all grown accustomed to. And for some of us, additional leg covers, pilots, and light up features aren’t enough to justify a doubled price. Again, you can like what you like. But it’s just not my thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 14 minutes ago, Grey728 said: @pengbuzzHey, you're entitled to your opinion as am I. No need to defend yourself and I'm sorry I made you feel that way. I did not take any offence in your post and I did read your posts and what you feel bothers you. I'm just not really seeing what your seeing as a negative so each their own. And now that's I'm focused on the pelvis region, I think it's a little weird how the legs on the SoC stick out a little. I hadn't noticed that before nor did I care. I also prefer the lines down the thighs on the SoC version detail whereas the Blitzway is just a solid mass. I like the black around the star in the belt of the Blitzway just because of the added contrast of it. The proportions of the head and body 'feel' better to me on the Blitzway than the SoC version. On top of that the SoC version is squinting for some reason like he's having trouble seeing something or just smoked a blunt whereas the Blitzway looks like he just had a cup of coffee and is ready to kick some ass. The SoC version is still the best RELEASED version of Voltron to date and goes very well with Vehicle Voltron and Evil Voltron. That being said, I think this Blitzway Voltron will be perfect standing next to my Voltes V DX and Combattler V DX. Which evil Voltron is that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey728 Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 13 minutes ago, Mog said: Wings on the Blitzway are too small (the angle in the above pic is skewing to hide that difference). Green looks too similar to Red and lacks that cylindrical look we’ve all grown accustomed to. And for some of us, additional leg covers, pilots, and light up features aren’t enough to justify a doubled price. Again, you can like what you like. But it’s just not my thing. Fair points and I can agree with these criticisms. You've expressed your opinions and I'm just expressing mine. There seems to be a lot of negativity around Blitzway's release. @sqiddIt's Fantasy Jewel. Looks nice standing there but is utter crap from a quality/build stand point. I think the version you already have is superior. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 On 1/28/2022 at 8:10 AM, sqidd said: No commentary review. It looks nice and it clicks loud. I'd really like to hear a full review in english (or at least english dub) though. After listening to its 'clickity-clackity' sound, I now wish I have $700. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 23 minutes ago, Grey728 said: Fair points and I can agree with these criticisms. You've expressed your opinions and I'm just expressing mine. There seems to be a lot of negativity around Blitzway's release. It's going to get a lot of flack from the people that want it, but can't afford it. Conscious or subconscious. It's human nature and I see it EVRYWHERE. You should see it in the mountain bike world. The high dollar bikes are referred to as "dentists bikes" by most. And if you're a real rider you don't need something that nice. Even though all of them would give their left nut to have one. 24 minutes ago, Grey728 said: @sqiddIt's Fantasy Jewel. Looks nice standing there but is utter crap from a quality/build stand point. I think the version you already have is superior. I'm pleased with the Icarus. It's no SOC, but it's good. I was just curious which one yours was. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey728 Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 It's a great time to be a Voltron fan. There are many options available so we can debate these releases. I missed out on the first release of the SoC Lion Voltron set which was, and arguably still is, the definitive version of Voltron to date. When after market prices exceeded $500 I had to look elsewhere and settled for a Toynami EX Voltron that was on sale for $300 (it's crap but it did scratch the itch). I'm glad I was able to get a 2nd edition SoC later on and am happy for those who have a 3rd edition still available at MSRP. Now we have a DX sized Voltron as an option at 15inches. It's 5 lbs of diecast, perfect transformation goodness. The price is in the same ball park as current DX releases such as Voltes V DX, Daiku-Maru DX, and even the Metal Structure Nu Gundam. It's completely understandable to not want to go above a certain price range for a hobby. I get it. But there is precedent for the price that Blitzway is asking for. If it were Bandai releasing this DX version instead of Blitzway, I wonder how fans would feel about it. For sure I would go Bandai if they use the combining sound theme and soundtrack from the English version of the cartoon. That would be way too nostalgic to pass up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F360 Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 some breakage and QC from other forums Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted February 1, 2022 Share Posted February 1, 2022 Oooff. I'm just wishing for a $700 earlier. Now I'm thinking maybe it's not for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey728 Posted February 1, 2022 Share Posted February 1, 2022 LOL yeah, me too. It would be smart to purchase from a retailer like BBTS. They have an excellent customer service with a great return policy. I'm not sure how Brandon Wong from Supreme Collectibles would handle this should I need help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeszekely Posted February 1, 2022 Share Posted February 1, 2022 For anyone who's still in, I sincerely hope they get a good one and they love it. But yeah, I'm pretty content with my SoC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB0 Posted February 1, 2022 Share Posted February 1, 2022 3 hours ago, Mog said: Green looks too similar to Red and lacks that cylindrical look we’ve all grown accustomed to. This seems to largely be an unavoidable side effect of the cover plates on top of the lion legs. To get the cylindrical look of the cartoon, the plates would have to cut through the space where the legs exist. And to fully enclose the legs, the top of the lion has to extend out farther than usual to create a "fender". It still HAS curves, but they aren't nearly as pronounced, and the plates aren't helping matters. It would do a lot if the green plates were styled appreciably different to the red plates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted February 1, 2022 Share Posted February 1, 2022 1 hour ago, Grey728 said: LOL yeah, me too. It would be smart to purchase from a retailer like BBTS. They have an excellent customer service with a great return policy. I'm not sure how Brandon Wong from Supreme Collectibles would handle this should I need help. I ordered mine from BBTS for this exact reason. An that they take so long to get in that I will be able to get 4-5mo worth of reviews before I lose the opportunity to cancel. Those pics are looking pretty horrible......YIKES Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh9000 Posted February 1, 2022 Share Posted February 1, 2022 I'm happy with my SOC Lion Voltron and Vehicle Voltron. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobber Posted February 1, 2022 Share Posted February 1, 2022 11 hours ago, sqidd said: I ordered mine from BBTS for this exact reason. An that they take so long to get in that I will be able to get 4-5mo worth of reviews before I lose the opportunity to cancel. Those pics are looking pretty horrible......YIKES Same here….though it would stink to loose a $70 deposit. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted February 1, 2022 Share Posted February 1, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, Dobber said: Same here….though it would stink to loose a $70 deposit. Chris But better than buying $700 of junk. I actually had two on PO. I just canceled one. I'll wait and see on the second. Edited February 1, 2022 by sqidd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackpot Posted February 11, 2022 Share Posted February 11, 2022 Threezero Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKT Posted February 11, 2022 Share Posted February 11, 2022 37 minutes ago, crackpot said: Threezero It’s like a Blitzway mini-me.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted February 11, 2022 Share Posted February 11, 2022 6 hours ago, MKT said: It’s like a Blitzway mini-me.. Does it transform? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MKT Posted February 11, 2022 Share Posted February 11, 2022 It looks like it does. And the lions have hidden legs like Blitzway's.. I don't know enough about ThreeZero, but them moving into transformables like Dancouga & now Voltron look like a recent thing? These will be good gauge on what their VF-1 will be like in terms of tolerances, fit etc.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chingu77 Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 (edited) On 2/11/2022 at 2:36 AM, sqidd said: Does it transform? thats gonna be one chunky black lion if it does Edited February 12, 2022 by chingu77 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted February 19, 2022 Share Posted February 19, 2022 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted February 19, 2022 Share Posted February 19, 2022 The Voltron revival has just gone plaid! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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sqidd Posted February 21, 2022 Share Posted February 21, 2022 45 minutes ago, Grey728 said: Man, I hope @Kuma Style gets his soon so I can watch a review that I understand and trust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobber Posted February 21, 2022 Share Posted February 21, 2022 I was wondering if there where any more reviews and/or issues with breakages. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sqidd Posted February 22, 2022 Share Posted February 22, 2022 30 minutes ago, Dobber said: I was wondering if there where any more reviews and/or issues with breakages. Chris I haven't seen anything else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobber Posted February 22, 2022 Share Posted February 22, 2022 16 minutes ago, sqidd said: I haven't seen anything else. Thank God Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Posted February 22, 2022 Share Posted February 22, 2022 That's pretty cool that you can transform it with or without the covers when forming Voltron. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mechapilot77 Posted February 22, 2022 Share Posted February 22, 2022 5pro looks awesome if you don't get one that breaks. threezero got me more excited though....because try as I might I haven't quite justified $700 bucks. I mean its almost got to transform itself for that price (is robosen listening? lol). threezero is getting pricier these days but they've always delivered decent bang for the buck. there doesn't seem to be any details about it yet though but i bet it will be closer to SOC pricing than 5pro carbotix. also it looks REALLY good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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