Eternal_D Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 THIS picture is for you Danny... damn that sucks for you guys, no beer, no toys...probably no women too huh??!! oh well, guess you should all just pack up and go home early! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kin Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 Woohoo Euro's > HKD that's 9.6 Let's buy everything! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 Don't worry, there are lots of the Japanese Convoy toys in HK, selling for HK$699 on average. I've seen it in nearly every hobby shop. I don't think they are selling too well, cus Transformers is not really that well known or popular in HK. Anyway, a quick update. On Monday night I met with Sebastian, Guppy, their lovely wives and Sebastian's very cute baby (who thankfully is much better looking than Sebastian ). We had dinner together, followed by drinks. Then on Tuesday, I had lunch with the bigwigs from Yamato as they are in town for the HK International Toy fair. I got to see and learnt about lots of upcoming cool stuff. Unfortuntely, I'm not allowed to talk about any of it. Unfortunately, I'm still waiting for the Shopathon T-shirts from the manufacturer. When I spoke to him Monday morning, he promised they would be ready at the latest by the morning of Friday 9th. I'm trying to chase him for an update. So, on Friday morning before the Shapathon I might have to rush over to Cheung Sha Wan to pick up 30+ T-shirts Anyway, I just like to ask all of you who are coming on Friday not to eat breakfast as we will have a late breakfast all together when we meet up at 11am before we set off shopping. Graham Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian Posted January 8, 2004 Author Share Posted January 8, 2004 Woohoo Euro's > HKD that's 9.6Let's buy everything! Nah! Its 60 US... not HK dollars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eternal_D Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 hey Sebastian, since graham said there are plenty of the japanese version Convoys...please get that for me. I don't want the stupid american version that's dumbed down for all us stoopeed americans. and yah, graham is so right about your son...very very lucky he's so much better lookin. better thank Carolina for that and buy her some jewelry. btw, when are you going to be back in shanghai? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian Posted January 8, 2004 Author Share Posted January 8, 2004 Danny, I will be back in Shanghai this Sunday 11. give me a call as soon as you arrive! About the Convoy, no problem IF I have any money at the end of the Shopathon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toonz Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 THIS picture is for you Danny... sebastian, which one is you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toonz Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 can't wait to see all of you in picture wearing the shopathon t-shirt.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eternal_D Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 Danny, I will be back in Shanghai this Sunday 11. give me a call as soon as you arrive! About the Convoy, no problem IF I have any money at the end of the Shopathon! cool, I will give you a call when i get there. Toonz, Sebas is the one with glasses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neova Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 Eternal D, If no one at the shopathon can get you the Convoy, I can get it for you. We can arrange payment and I'll hand it over to a MW member to have it delivered to you. I would hate to see you miss out too much. I missed todays event but will try to meet up with the gang. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eternal_D Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 it's all good, if sebastian doesn't get it for me, there's hell to be paid!!! J/K!! thanks for the offer tho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neova Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 (edited) So I decided to search through this thread to see if I can contact folks for the meet. Well, I turned on the TV and what do you know? A ruckus broke out in Mong Kok where PTU and SDU were called in to seal off the area. Supposedly, a dispute between a traveling group and the shop keeper erupted due to lack of quality services and offerings. "What?!?! No discounts for 2 MPC Optimus Primes and the 4 1/48s?" was heard amongst brawling and the sound of crushed boxes under trampling feets. Here's a screen capture from Pearl TV showing the suspects. Be aware of these people and inform the proper authorities if you have sighted them: Edited January 9, 2004 by Neova Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neova Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 6 hours later of intense cat and mouse chases throughout most of Mong Kok's little alley ways, tiny dens and numerous "bargaining" with shop owners, the suspects were almost apprehended when they were spotted resting by Pearl TV's news team. There were two additional female hostages amongst the group and sadly, they are all still at large. If you see or know the whereabouts of the suspects, please report them to the proper authorities immediately. Do not engage them under any circumstances. Frustration from lack of obtaining "killer deals" and high anxiety levels due for the forthcoming Causeway Bay onslaught have the authorities worried of escalating destruction and fury. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neova Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 Horrific picture of hostage in despair among the destructive group Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazyman Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 Hi Graham and Sebstian, We will meet tomorrow (Sat) 1100 at Kowloon Hotel right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toonz Posted January 9, 2004 Share Posted January 9, 2004 oh! nice pics! but who is who? is that the shopathon shirt? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF-1S Alpha Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 Horrific picture of hostage in despair among the destructive group You guys really look tired! How about the T-shirts? Let's take a look of some pics up close please?! But seriously, any good deals while bargaining? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian Posted January 10, 2004 Author Share Posted January 10, 2004 YEah. We meet at 11 Am in my hotel and that pic was taked at 22:30... We were destroyed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian Posted January 10, 2004 Author Share Posted January 10, 2004 This is for you Toonz! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sci70716 Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 Envy your... Could your pls post the name and contacts/email of the shops with good deals over there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazyman Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 Sebastian, No problem, see you there, but do you think it's a little bit eariler for our shopping? HK toy shop normally open after 1400 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian Posted January 10, 2004 Author Share Posted January 10, 2004 Lazyman We will meet today (Sunday) at 12:00, then will Go to HK side. Dont worry, Graham considered everything allready. SEE YA! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazyman Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 Sebstian, Today is Sat............dun make me confuse.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebastian Posted January 10, 2004 Author Share Posted January 10, 2004 You are right!!! Ok then Today SATURDAY we will meet at 12:00 at the lobby of the Kowloon Hotel! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazyman Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 If you still not reply, i will pick up my phone and give you a phone call....hehehe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toonz Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 (edited) This is for you Toonz! wow thanks sebastian can't wait to receive mine Edited January 10, 2004 by Toonz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wabbit Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 This is for you Toonz! Uhm, guys... Looking at the wrong toys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF-0S FAN Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 You're so lucky guys I wish I could have joined you . Another day perhaps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neova Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 MW'ers invades Causeway Bay and makes good with mad shopping! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neova Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 (edited) Graham and Sebastian shows their prized possession after rummaging through and bypassing old pricey Macross toys and models. Edited January 11, 2004 by Neova Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neova Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 (edited) MWers escapes to elevator and ducks low after asking the shop owner to open, look at and not buy the nth toy / model / item. Staying low kept them out of line of sight. I think someone felt up on guppy but we don't know who or maybe he just passed some gas? Edited January 10, 2004 by Neova Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neova Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 All offenders were spotted wearing group identifiers. Maybe the authorities can decipher this: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toonz Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 All offenders were spotted wearing group identifiers. Maybe the authorities can decipher this: i'm not the one behind this *runs away....* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neova Posted January 10, 2004 Share Posted January 10, 2004 (edited) I want to thank Graham for hosting and guiding the ratpack of MWers through the busy streets of Hong Kong, answering all of our pesky questions, and not getting mad at us for doing stupid but fun things! THANK YOU GRAHAM for making this trip so memorable. I also want to say that it was great meeting everyone. Recon: Super nice guy and I'm glad to have met you and your wife. If you still want that TF set from CTMA, pm me and I'll try my best to help you. Lazyman: thanks for being our local guide and helping everyone. I felt bad we cut into your personal time but I'll buy you a drink the next time we meet up. Sebastian: Man you are too funny and have a great personality. Kept me laughing most of the time and take care of your beautiful family. Guppy: Did you think you bought enough this time? You know you and your girl have a total of 4 arms and can stuff more into your luggage right? Let us know when you land in HK again! I think all of the toy shops are going to welcome you with open arms! Deadzone: Cool to meet you and funny how we lived so close to each other (both sides of the globe) but didn't meet until now. By the time you read this, I hope you have all those valuables stuffed in your luggage and on your way or already back home. XSToys: Well, what can I say? Really, what can I say? Haha... Great meeting you and your wife/gf. I hope you had a great time. It was entertaining talking to you and regardless of what Sebastian wrote in all of the public men's restroom, you're a cool guy. Oh yeh, All MWes on the tour can PM privately me to exchange for hires pictures. Edited January 10, 2004 by Neova Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robomatt Posted January 11, 2004 Share Posted January 11, 2004 I AM SO ENVIOUS OF YOU GUYS! Wish I could have been there. I am glad you guys had such a fun memorable time. When you have something in common with people it is amazing how the walls come down. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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