spanner Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Curse you Chinese fortune cookie!!!! Macross forever!!!! that's awesome and hilarious! but I feel everytime I log into this forum its like opening up this very fortune cookie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anime52k8 Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Curse you Chinese fortune cookie!!!! you heard the cookie, time to start collecting something new. I recommend 1/3 scale dolls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvmacross Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 We need to figure out what figure will fit.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esponjabob Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Well, it IS huge. It IS a relatively niche item in Japan with limited appeal to the broader market (let's face it, most Macross fans are older). And it's expensive. I have to admit, I wonder how many Japanese fans are gonna spring for the Monster. Space is an issue in Japan, so there are probably a lot of collectors who may pass on the Monster just because of that. And while the hardest of the hardcore will happily spend the money on it, there are probably more who won't. Hopefully Bandai has taken these things into account and won't kill the line if the Monster doesn't do as well as they'd like. I'm not an expert on this, but do you think it could have something to do with the fact that AmiAmi misspelled Destroid as "Destroyed"? Perhaps it doesn't show up so easily on a search engine and goes unnoticed, thus the low sales? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZorClone Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 We need to figure out what figure will fit.... lol, wow the detail in there is insane for such a barely visible interior... gotta figure out some sort of lighting solution for that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big s Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Nobody wants to pay that much for a destroyed monster😜 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanner Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 That's good that the Regult has a somewhat decent interior. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lolicon Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 That looks like one super uncomfortable cockpit. Nobody wants to pay that much for a destroyed monster Bandai is saving that for the HMR Macross Plus line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anime52k8 Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 What's really amazing about the Regult is that it's such a good toy that I want a hi-metal VF-1 for it to beat up and tower over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommar Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 What's really amazing about the Regult is that it's such a good toy that I want a hi-metal VF-1 for it to beat up and tower over. Do it, the Battroid mode is fun to pose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ignacio Ocamica Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 I should get a hi-metal VF-1 too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh9000 Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 I'll have Hikaru and Max and soon Roy to do that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh9000 Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 This Zentradi won't be happy after I cram him into the HMR Regult. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big s Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 The regult cockpit looks like the ultimate workout machine💪 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tking22 Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Regult is back at low stock status at HLJ. https://www.hlj.com/product/BANN01899/Act Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DyNo Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Regult is back at low stock status at HLJ. https://www.hlj.com/product/BANN01899/Act I couldn't resist ... Put my order in for a second one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest davidwhangchoi Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 We need to figure out what figure will fit.... i haven't received my set in the mail yet but is there room for legs to fit below in there? i wonder if a figure can sit in there/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvmacross Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Bandai is on fire!!! Soooooo.....any of our resident 3D wizards going to work on a Zentran pilot for us? Maybe a few different poses.....coming out of it.....standing next to it....etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvmacross Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 i haven't received my set in the mail yet but is there room for legs to fit below in there? i wonder if a figure can sit in there/ It is too big...I was hoping the small Matchbox Zentran figure that was posted by sh9000 might fit....but the cockpit area is too shallow.....the torso can potentially be shoehorned into it...but it would be very tight....with the legs there is no way..... I was thinking maybe one of those smaller figurines that came with the Transformers cars from hasbro....I do not own any but remember seeing them at the stores...I think a figure that small could possible fit, but even then I do not think there was any articulation in the legs....it still would need to bend at the knees to get in there.... This is what I am referring to....A pilot in this size might fit.....I think it was smaller than the standard 3 3/4" action figures....hmmmm....maybe it can bend at the knees? Anyone own this figure and can try it out for size inside the HMR Regult? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvmacross Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 This Zentradi won't be happy after I cram him into the HMR Regult. You can re-enact this scene...... Think I'll have my DarrinG Quamzin figure sit on top of one of my HMR monster's once I get it..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoreyD Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 You can re-enact this scene...... I've always wondered why Max's gun was mounted the wrong way in that scene. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lavinrac Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Wow! Regult jsut arrived. 1. I love it. Its great. Its also huge. I expected it to be smaller. The metal joints are awesome. 2. I'll definitely be selling my second one unopened when it arrives. for NOT a markup (well to cover my shipping but no scalper pricing) Its cool but I dont need an army. It's coming by SAL so i will post in 6-8 months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvmacross Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 I've always wondered why Max's gun was mounted the wrong way in that scene. For the convenience of the scene.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tking22 Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 My fourth just arrived from HLJ, waiting on the last two then I'm good at six. Moving forward, I need three of each Destroid variant except the monster of course, and I'll take three of each of the Regult missile variants as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big s Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 My explanation of that scene is that everyone thought he was stupid for mounting the gunpod backwards in fighter mode, then when he transformed his partner proclaimed him a genius over the eventual outcome. Plus he was probably just showing off and did it as a dare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvmacross Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 When I watch that scene and contrast it to Max's demeanor outside of the combat zone.... It makes me think that if the ASS-1 never had crashed onto Earth.....Max would have probably went on to become a prolific serial killer...think Dexter.... I do not get that from SDFM Max....only from DYRL Max......DYRL Max is kinda of a creepy guy.... . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh9000 Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 It is too big...I was hoping the small Matchbox Zentran figure that was posted by sh9000 might fit....but the cockpit area is too shallow.....the torso can potentially be shoehorned into it...but it would be very tight....with the legs there is no way..... I was thinking maybe one of those smaller figurines that came with the Transformers cars from hasbro....I do not own any but remember seeing them at the stores...I think a figure that small could possible fit, but even then I do not think there was any articulation in the legs....it still would need to bend at the knees to get in there.... This is what I am referring to....A pilot in this size might fit.....I think it was smaller than the standard 3 3/4" action figures....hmmmm....maybe it can bend at the knees? Anyone own this figure and can try it out for size inside the HMR Regult? I have 2 Transformers Human Alliance figures that I can try out. They do bend at the knees. Come to think of it I have an old school figure that wears a helmet and is around the same size. It has magnets under its feet. I don't know what line it's from but I could try to paint it up as a Zentradi. Screw it I'll just put Spider-Man in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvmacross Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Screw it I'll just put Spider-Man in there. image.jpeg LOL......hey...don't give HG anymore cross-over ideas!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UNSpacy Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Does anyone know if HLJ will let you order a 2nd one if you already have one in the warehouse? Or would that lead to a suspension of your HLJ account? I couldn't resist ... Put my order in for a second one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlenhoff Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 (edited) Thanks for the links, but i thought the prices were too steep. Somehow i was able to get one at HLJ this morning. I went back copy the regult link to this page, and it wasn't available anymore. UNspacy, I do think they know. I think this is why i can't find one anymore... Or i got the last one. This is my first Macross purchase since 2008! WOOOAHHH! Edited March 3, 2016 by vlenhoff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanedas Bike Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Does anyone know if HLJ will let you order a 2nd one if you already have one in the warehouse? Or would that lead to a suspension of your HLJ account? Short answer, and I know for a fact - yes you can. -b. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tking22 Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Odd, I tried to get two Figuarts Force Awakens First Order Troopers from HLJ, had one in my private warehouse paid for, and then I tried to order another, it went through, but instead of receiving a payment request notice HLJ emailed and said the limit was one and requested I cancel the second order or I could have my account suspended. I don't know, I cancelled my second figure like they requested, if it says limit 1 I always assumed they meant it, personally, I wouldn't risk it. I've emailed them before when I got my Tamashii Yellow Aura Effects for my DBZ Figuarts, I once again bought and paid for one in my private warehouse, remembering what happened with my First Order Troopers, I emailed them and asked if I could buy a second, or ship the one I have with my other stuff then order another in a separate order, and to both they said no, if the limit says 1, they mean 1, but they also said if you notice the limit gets changed to three or something you could order more without issue. I don't know, if Kaneda's certain then great, but I personally wouldn't run the risk, you could be the one customer they catch and decide to punish. I can't recall anyone complaining about being suspended on here before, it was always a hanging threat with HLJ, so it may just be them blowing smoke, who knows, it's kind of a grey area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lonely Soldier Boy Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 A question: The Hi-Metal line was rebooted, if I remember correctly, and Max VF-1a is one of the older figures, right? I want one, but I'm not sure if I should wait for Bandai to reissue it or get one of the older ones in the secondary market. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlenhoff Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 I only got their first release VF-1J and that was it. Hmm, i wonder when was this release. Anyway, My hikaru and my Regult, that's all i can afford xD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easnoddy Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Missed the HLJ preorder on the monster, got it from amiami, so thanks for the heads up. Got my 2 regults from HLJ today. They're awesome! They compare favorable with the Toynami's (still need both standards and the light artillery). Not an army builder, but the price was too awesome and in case the missile pods are add-ons. I can't figure out how to link from dropbox or gdrive, so I'll share links with comparison to the Toynami heavy missle version (which can even rest on the stand that comes with the HMR):https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_d9TfExZnozVjAza2NUWVBZQ3M/view?usp=sharing https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_d9TfExZnozTWFvRW0wZU1jVEE/view?usp=sharing https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_d9TfExZnozOGk4MzVXeWVEaDA/view?usp=sharing https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_d9TfExZnozUy1jY19hWVpXLVk/view?usp=sharing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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