Slave IV Posted January 2, 2019 Share Posted January 2, 2019 On 12/31/2018 at 6:54 PM, sh9000 said: Happy New Year. Very nice! Now I kinda want to get a collection of 1/100 real life fighter models. Damn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsvictor1976 Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 Do you think they'll reissue the VF-1S Roy Focker or the Armored VF-1J? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 Just now, rsvictor1976 said: Do you think they'll reissue the VF-1S Roy Focker or the Armored VF-1J? Going pure crystal ball since Bandai has given no indications on the matter, I think there's a strong likelihood of some sort of a VF-1S Focker release. Maybe a TV release without super parts like what they did with Hikaru's VF-1J. Since they did a Hikaru VF-1J after the GBP, I think they'll take their time before coming back around to that. In fact, it would kind of make sense to do a Focker VF-1S after the VF-1D. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandman Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 On 12/31/2018 at 2:05 PM, jenius said: Someone asked in my HMR VF-2SS review about the shade of white so I put this photo together, posting it here because they're probably more likely to see it here first The 1/48 looks like it has yellowed a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightmareB4macross Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 (edited) That pretty close to the original color. The trend is brighter and whiter as most valkyries are nowadays. This figure is straight out of the box. Only the 1/48 M&Ms had true white. Edited January 3, 2019 by nightmareB4macross Added image. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 (edited) Obviously I can't swear it hasn't yellowed because I don't have a factory fresh one to compare it to but I can tell you its spent its life in storage other than photo shoots and it is a uniform color throughout. The chest on my Roy toy definitely has yellowed a bit. Edited January 3, 2019 by jenius Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcfly50 Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 While I could see UV being a problem, I would think heat could be another. Like a hot attic or garage effecting plastic. Am I right on that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 (edited) Heat can be a problem, I live just south of SF though so I'm my case, it's probably not much of a problem. Age can do it all in it's in though. Does anyone want to post pics of their 1/48 Hikaru in a similar group shot so we can judge? Edited January 3, 2019 by jenius Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh9000 Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 On 1/1/2019 at 10:26 PM, Slave IV said: Very nice! Now I kinda want to get a collection of 1/100 real life fighter models. Damn. Thanks. They fit in well with the scale of HMR. Sharing this lovely size comparison chart from @Mr March. It will be cool to have more releases from SDFM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobber Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 Man are all the Zentradi sizes confusing. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvmacross Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 2 hours ago, sh9000 said: It will be cool to have more releases from SDFM. What are the odds of getting a TV N-Ger knowing that they already seem to have a DYRL version ready to go? Based on what has been released (both HM and HMR), it would seem we are much closer to a complete HM/HMR DYRL Macross mech set rather than a complete TV set. Ironically, both the TV and DYRL sets will still need the Tomahawk, Phalanx, Q-Rau and N-ger to complete either set. But, as we all know, the Q-Rau and N-ger are "different" for both. For the most part I would prefer to get a complete set of at least one of them, TV or DYRL...however, I do enjoy the designs from the TV series over the DYRL stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 I would love an announcement that makes me more certain we're getting the DYRL version... Let alone a TV version. Who has a line at comparison? Maybe they can sell one that can be adapted to be either with some parts swapping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardlyNever Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 (edited) 38 minutes ago, jvmacross said: What are the odds of getting a TV N-Ger knowing that they already seem to have a DYRL version ready to go? Based on what has been released (both HM and HMR), it would seem we are much closer to a complete HM/HMR DYRL Macross mech set rather than a complete TV set. Ironically, both the TV and DYRL sets will still need the Tomahawk, Phalanx, Q-Rau and N-ger to complete either set. But, as we all know, the Q-Rau and N-ger are "different" for both. For the most part I would prefer to get a complete set of at least one of them, TV or DYRL...however, I do enjoy the designs from the TV series over the DYRL stuff. Based on what I've seen, Bandai doesn't care that much about focusing either TV or DYRL; it is all one shared universe to them. I'm not saying they aren't aware there are differences between TV Macross and DYRL, but I don't think that really factors into their decision making process. They package DYRL-style hands and missiles with what are obviously TV-style valks. When it comes to enemy mecha, I think they'll make whatever they think will sell best/looks best to them. If they think they can make money on both versions of say, an n-ger, they will. However, I think we'll only be getting the DYRL version of that particular mech (just a hunch). 29 minutes ago, jenius said: I would love an announcement that makes me more certain we're getting the DYRL version... Let alone a TV version. Who has a line at comparison? Maybe they can sell one that can be adapted to be either with some parts swapping. I was thinking the same thing. But looking at the Macross Mecha Manual line-art, there is quite a bit of deviation between the two designs. They might be able to get away with re-using the jet-pack thing. That looks to be about it. Edited January 4, 2019 by HardlyNever Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DewPoint Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 The Monster was sold as a DYRL version. The Spartan and Defender were SDFM versions. Other than paint apps, was there any real differences between the TV and Movie? It would seem that the Destroids are close enough and no one really seems to care so long as they are made. Now that I think about it, I don't recall seeing a Spartan in the movie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Convectuoso Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 OK, Time to update the list of HMR releases (and preorders) per Macross series SDF Macross: - VF-1J Hikaru - Super VF-1J Max - Super VF-1J Miria - Standard Regult - Glaug - Regults double pack - VF-1D DYRL: - Super VF-1S Focker - Super VF-1S Hikaru - Super VF-1A Hikaru - Elintseeker - Super Ostrich Common (Macross TV/DYRL) - Armored VF-1J - VF-1A (CF) - Monster - Spartan - Defender Macross Flashback: - VF-4G Macross II: - VF-2SS Sylvie - VF-2SS Nexx Other: - VF-1S Messer 35th Anniversary edition Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanity is Optional Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 8 minutes ago, Convectuoso said: DYRL: Super VF-1S Focker Super VF-1S Hikaru Super VF-1A Hikaru Aren't the DYRL ones Strike rather than Super? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 12 minutes ago, HardlyNever said: Based on what I've seen, Bandai doesn't care that much about focusing either TV or DYRL; it is all one shared universe to them. I'm not saying they aren't aware there are differences between TV Macross and DYRL, but I don't think that really factors into their decision making process. They package DYRL-style hands and missiles with what are obviously TV-style valks. When it comes to enemy mecha, I think they'll make whatever they think will sell best/looks best to them. If they think they can make money on both versions of say, an n-ger, they will. However, I think we'll only be getting the DYRL version of that particular mech (just a hunch). I was thinking the same thing. But looking at the Macross Mecha Manual line-art, there is quite a bit of deviation between the two designs. They might be able to get away with re-using the jet-pack thing. That looks to be about it. Maybe I'm generous but it looks like the crotch, back of legs, feet, and head are the biggest differences. I would be happy with a swap out head, crotch, and detail piece for the back of the legs (which could easily plug into the DYRL ports in the back of the legs) and that'd be good enough for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvmacross Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 I think the differences are too radical, it would definitely need to be a separate release.....no conversion kit for this one I'm afraid ...however, they can easily come up with a TV/DYRL Q-Rau hybrid though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DewPoint Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 16 minutes ago, Sanity is Optional said: Aren't the DYRL ones Strike rather than Super? Super was the normal load out for space ops. Correct me if i'm wrong, but only Skull Leader had the Strike variant in the movie. My assumption is that the Strike load out is only given to the squadron leaders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 The two 1S toys would be strike since they include the cannon, the 1A is super Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobber Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 Gotta say I would really like both an N Ger and a Q Rau in HMR. I never really paid attention to them before. Are there plans for them? Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenius Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 The. Q Rau was an option in the poll the Monster won. The N-Ger showed up in what looked to be a finished prototype at a few shows before disappearing like the Tomahawk and Phalanx. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh9000 Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 If Bandai releases a TV N-Ger, I would want it after the DYRL N-Ger and the DYRL N-Ger after or around the same time as the Tomahawk or Phalanx. If there never is a TV N-Ger release, at least there is the old school toy that is still a decent size and representation. @jvmacross I like your idea for a TV and DYRL Q-Rau release. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvmacross Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 The DYRL N-Ger showed up again as part of the boxart on the recent HMR SuperO.....that has to mean something, right? RIGHT?!?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micronian Posted January 5, 2019 Share Posted January 5, 2019 Looking forward to the HMR VF-1D. I have a 1/60 but I’d like one that’s a little less precious. I hope the HMR is as photogenic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borgified Posted January 5, 2019 Share Posted January 5, 2019 21 hours ago, jvmacross said: The DYRL N-Ger showed up again as part of the boxart on the recent HMR SuperO.....that has to mean something, right? RIGHT?!?! I should hope so otherwise we're going to get some unhappy faces on this thread here.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh9000 Posted January 5, 2019 Share Posted January 5, 2019 21 hours ago, jvmacross said: The DYRL N-Ger showed up again as part of the boxart on the recent HMR SuperO.....that has to mean something, right? RIGHT?!?! That would be cool, along with the Phalanx shown on the Spartan box and the VF-1S Roy shown on the VF-1S Messer box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvmacross Posted January 5, 2019 Share Posted January 5, 2019 1 hour ago, sh9000 said: That would be cool, along with the Phalanx shown on the Spartan box and the VF-1S Roy shown on the VF-1S Messer box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobber Posted January 5, 2019 Share Posted January 5, 2019 (edited) I’ve been looking at these schematics and I can’t figure this out....why are there extra feet and shins in the legs? Chris Edited January 6, 2019 by Dobber Whoops, I Forgot to include the picture Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treatment Posted January 6, 2019 Share Posted January 6, 2019 On 1/4/2019 at 10:23 AM, DewPoint said: The Monster was sold as a DYRL version. The Spartan and Defender were SDFM versions. Other than paint apps, was there any real differences between the TV and Movie? It would seem that the Destroids are close enough and no one really seems to care so long as they are made. Now that I think about it, I don't recall seeing a Spartan in the movie. It was definitely in the movie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmkjr Posted January 6, 2019 Share Posted January 6, 2019 18 hours ago, Dobber said: I’ve been looking at these schematics and I can’t figure this out....why are there extra feet and shins in the legs? Chris Looks like they resized parts for the schematics since you can see the outline of the smaller parts within the schematics of the larger ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slide Posted January 6, 2019 Share Posted January 6, 2019 19 hours ago, Dobber said: I’ve been looking at these schematics and I can’t figure this out....why are there extra feet and shins in the legs? Chris There seem to be two versions of the Armor: one with long shins and beefier arms, and one with short shins and skinnier arms. Both proportion sets seem to be represented at the same time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
no3Ljm Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 On 1/5/2019 at 1:27 PM, Dobber said: I’ve been looking at these schematics and I can’t figure this out....why are there extra feet and shins in the legs? Chris I'm just guessing here. Maybe the 'ghost lineart' is just to show the size of the Zentraedi soldier in a pilot suit inside the N-Ger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Convectuoso Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 32 minutes ago, no3Ljm said: I'm just guessing here. Maybe the 'ghost lineart' is just to show the size of the Zentraedi soldier in a pilot suit inside the N-Ger. I was thinking the same thing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobber Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 I considered that too, but that doesn’t make sense whit how it is drawn. The Ghost image isn’t drawn like a soldier but rather like armor. There is also a ghost chest canon too. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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