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Macross Mechanics Vol.01


Major Focker

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Just received this in the mail: http://www.hlj.com/product/HBJ60276

At the time I pre-ordered it, there was only the cover and no description. I thought it was an artbook in the vein of the VF Masterfiles but with concept sketches and illustrations/artwork, and of course not covering just the VF's. It turned out to be a modelling book showcasing professional builds of the various MF kits released. It's not a bad book by any means, just not what I was expecting.

The models shown were expectedly well-made and detailed, and there are pics of the build up and I imagine the text probably describes various techniques/tips.

Highlights include:

- Alto's beat up VF (see the HLJ link). This has already been featured in another book or magazine release. Just can't remember from where

- Super-detailed MacQ scratchbuild in more realistic paintjob (again see the HLJ link)

- Scratchbuilt VF-27 with beam effect. Looks illuminated, but there doesn't seem to be any mention of LEDs or build up pics of the gun

- Detailed-up Yamato VB-6

- YF-29 in military grey

There's a teaser for Vol.2 which apparently will cover earlier Macross licenses. It shows Hikaru's VF-1 in that iconic Bodolza assassination pose. Curious to see if the build up pics will show how the shoulders and chest were modified to be able to manage that pose.

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