Voltron Classics Line

[Hursticon]

Courtesy of ToyArk.com (http://www.toyark.com/news/voltron-toy-news-35/mattel-voltron-classics-3882/), via TFW2005.com (http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/other-news-20/toyark-and-thundercats-news-round-up-3-28-11-171789/):
New details have emerged about the exclusive to MattyCollector.com Voltron Classics toy line:


I was able to ask one of the Mattel reps about the new Voltron Classics line. I learned that it is coming in about 5-6 months, each lion will be around $30 each, with diecast parts, spring actions, articulated figures that fit in each lion, sold on MattyCollector.com, and fully combined into Voltron is over 2-3 feet! Also, each will come with a part to build the blazing sword!

2-3ft Tall and Diecast!?! :eek::eek::eek:
I... Ho... WOW!

[Deonasis]

Oh yes :)

[bruticus]

wow... thats impressive!

how does one buy from mattycollector anyways?

do you need a US address?

do you need to wake up ridiculous hours of the night and battle it out with other people around the world due to really low stock?

[gdmetro]

OMG!!! This and thundercats classics line...both have got me really tempted to branch out....

I am very tempted to collect at least this voltron fig!! But if this is from matty collector- I've heard BAD things about the white screen of death from MOTUClassics buyers.

If these voltron follow suit- should be scalped to high heaven- especially at a $30 pricetag and people will especially since people will be missing a certain lion/s to complete limbs.



:D

[gekisou]

how does one buy from mattycollector anyways?

do you need a US address?

do you need to wake up ridiculous hours of the night and battle it out with other people around the world due to really low stock?

Well, you don't need a US address.
But yes, you DO have to wake up at a ridiculous hour (3am at the moment) and battle it out with out people around the world.

[LordCyrusOmega]

That sounds sooo cool!! I wants it.

So much cool stuff being released, so little money

[SGB]

Am I so getting this. :cool:

[Tallestblue]

This...I....It...I.....OH MY GOD!!!!!!

*Head explodes*

[Hursticon]

This...I....It...I.....OH MY GOD!!!!!!

*Head explodes*

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/th_head20explode.jpg (http://s1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/?action=view&current=head20explode.jpg) ? :p:D

I hear you man, I'm the same with this - Can't wait for pics! :D

[Omega Supreme]

I wonder if the black lion is going to be more expensive, either way I might try and get myself a set.

[gekisou]

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/th_head20explode.jpg (http://s1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/?action=view&current=head20explode.jpg) ? :p:D

I hear you man, I'm the same with this - Can't wait for pics! :D

+1 for me too. Would love to get a new Voltron to replace my old Go-Lion.

[Hursticon]

+1 for me too. Would love to get a new Voltron to replace my old Go-Lion.

Me too, but I don't think I could ever part with my Panosh Place set now that he's 90 odd % complete :o, a new Giant Diecast one is just a different kettle of fish though! :D

[Tallestblue]

SAdly my Toynami Masterpiece Voltron took a tumble off a shelf and one of the black Lion's legs shattered. This may go to replacing it in my heart.
Shame it's gonna cost almost $200 bucks to get and it may take a year.
Still. WOOO!!!

[mknell]

So gonna get this too!!!!

[Paulbot]

A 2-to-3 foot Voltron toy (anime accurate I assume) will be an impressive sight. I look forward to seeing the pics in other's collections.

[rampagesss]

Pics from SDCC
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6012/5959415327_b8d9a224ca_b.jpg

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6022/5959975956_31247d7284_b.jpg

Combined it 23inch tall
http://cdn.toyark.com/news/attach/1/sdcc-wednesday-671_1311230900.jpg

http://cdn.toyark.com/news/attach/1/sdcc-wednesday-673_1311230900.jpg

Tell look great in Lion mode and pritty good combined into Voltron :D

[Tallestblue]

Very Impressive. The only thing i have a problem with it the "anime accurate" white parts of the lions, I'd rather see some chrome.

[bowspearer]

Damn you MATTEL- another line I have to collect now!

[Trailer Park Ninja]

So bought! May have to get that subscription now :p

[kurdt_the_goat]

With keys, and minifigs and helmet heads! How much how much!!

[bowspearer]

With keys, and minifigs and helmet heads! How much how much!!

The word is, $30 a pop.

[Trailer Park Ninja]

The info on MattyCollector about the Voltron subscription lists the prices (about halfway down the page)

http://www.mattycollector.com/store/matty/ContentTheme/pbPage.News#2011AllStarsTeela

[bowspearer]

The info on MattyCollector about the Voltron subscription lists the prices (about halfway down the page)

http://www.mattycollector.com/store/matty/ContentTheme/pbPage.News#2011AllStarsTeela

Man, that's a slight disappointemtn from what was being said earlier.

[kurdt_the_goat]

23" tall! and a corresponding price :(

[Lint]

Very Impressive. The only thing i have a problem with it the "anime accurate" white parts of the lions, I'd rather see some chrome.

Kosutte gin san will fix that... well hopefully.


Damn you MATTEL- another line I have to collect now!

I echo this statement


23" tall! and a corresponding price :(

Oh shame :(

[Hursticon]

@Rampagesss: Thanks for the pics man :D, as this thing looks amazing :eek:, but...


The info on MattyCollector about the Voltron subscription lists the prices (about halfway down the page)

http://www.mattycollector.com/store/matty/ContentTheme/pbPage.News#2011AllStarsTeela


23" tall! and a corresponding price :(

Man, that asking price sucks so much donkey-balls it's not funny :( - With the upcoming TF: Prime line being for sale around the same time as this, I think I know where my money will be going which is a shame as I really wanted to get this but my collecting priorities lay with Hasbro. :o

Looks like my Panosh Place: Lion Force Voltron set will remain my only Voltron set for a while. :)

[Tallestblue]

$290!! Plus speculative shipping of what? 10 for a figure? 20+ for a Lion? times five....
....another $150....

at least $440 for this thing. Maaaaaaaaan.

Matty sure knows how to stick it to us.

[rampagesss]

Yea it sucks you have to buy the individual lions and then buy the pilots separately :(. still not sure if ill get it, will wait for some reviews on it to see how good it is, then ill decide :D

[kurdt_the_goat]

I see they probably scaled everything to the 3 3/4 figure size, but i would have preferred cheaper, smaller everything... 23" is just enormous! around 5cm taller than Fort Max. I guess they include the wings in the height, but still!

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

All eccited and then not excited.

Wow, that's a bit much. Only if I win the lotto. Kind of crap that the smaller Lions are $35 each and the pilots are seperate. Geeeeeez!

I would expect chromed legs at least for that money!

[Robzy]

I really wish (hoped) the figures would come with the Lions. Damn - another Matty sub..? Hmmm, I dunno; might have to think about it. But, damn, they look great!

[bruticus]

i got server error when i tried to sign up for the club lion force subscription.
does that mean that the servers are overloaded and it could potentially be sold out already?

apologies but im a complete noob with buying from mattycollector :o

[Krayt]

The question is, get 1, 2 for a MISB, or 3 for the profit!!!!???????

[Quickstrike]

I reeeally like how that looks except for the lack of silver/chrome/shininess on the Lions legs. There's no way I'm paying $300+ for it though. God damn.

[Trailer Park Ninja]

On the fence with this, it's pretty expensive but it is one of the toys & cartoons I grew up with and would love to have it.

The price is a major deterrent but it is a collection that has limited scope. That is, after you've got the lions and pilots, that's pretty much it. I don't collect anything other than DCUC figures and specific Transformers lines e.g. Classics/Generations G1 Homages and Encore series.

[kurdt_the_goat]

That's true, i can't remember anything except for the lions, their pilots and King Zarkon!

I've decided not to look at this again though, it's depressing me.
It looks awesome, at 23" and with all the nicely done figs, it would be a collection stand-out. I know why they do it as a subscription, but as a customer, a better option would have been offering it as a single product in one hit, with everything - and with one shipping cost.

As it stands, i think i will continue my years-long quest to find a cheap die-cast Toynami Voltron, all the while hoping Bandai get to releasing one in their Soul of Chogokin line.

[Prowl]

Looks awesome but somewhat pricey. When I say awesome I mean I would sell my girlfriends body on Grey st to fund it's purchase. It would only be one night for her vs a lifetime of misery for me not getting it.

Then again after my latest parcel arrived & "the look"I was given I would probably end up with Voltrons sword impaled in my neck as I sleep :(.

[loophole]

so has there been a picture released of what voltron will look like because all im seeing is the red lion and lance, and to be honest the lion figure isnt looking all that great at the moment

[Krayt]

combined

http://cdn.toyark.com/news/attach/1/sdcc-wednesday-671_1311230900.jpg

and the rest.... 14th pic onwards

http://www.toyark.com/news/san-diego-comic-con-58/mattel-voltron-more-images-from-sdcc-2011-4452/

[Mr Ed]

I am currently fighting a war in my head as to whether I join Matty Collector and get all the Voltron figures. Cost is not an issue. I think maybe the fact that when you get older you are more conscious. Just like me deciding to not order a brand new FPV black series GT.

I currently own the crappy Toynami 25th anniversary set and the Lion Force and Vehicle Force Toynami robot vinyl collection.

Back to Matty Collector, whilst the total commitment is USD 290 plus joining given that theLions will be sent out progressively I wonder how much that will cost in the end.

[rampagesss]

After watching this video of the "Transformation" im not so sure now, legs don't flip down properly and putting the key up the lions butt?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=PcP-hrbMTww

[loophole]

After watching this video of the "Transformation" im not so sure now, legs don't flip down properly and putting the key up the lions butt?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=PcP-hrbMTww

if it was cheaper i would buy it just for the voltron form but at the moment i think im gonna pass and they didnt even show the sword!!

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

Wow, that video really brings out the

Cheap crappyness of the toy.

easy Pass now. Thanks:D

[bruticus]

After watching this video of the "Transformation" im not so sure now, legs don't flip down properly and putting the key up the lions butt?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=PcP-hrbMTww

looks like you dont really need to use the key as its just a solid square button that is being pushed which you could have easily done so using your finger instead...but...its up the ass never the less...wtf!..:eek:

the plastic also looks lightweight or hollow to me too. which is may be how they managed to come up with a way to support the full weight in the monster 23" combined mode!

man, thats a bit dissapointing...
for the otal shipped price, i sincerely hope that the plastic will be solid like fort max!!

[Krayt]

I've been after a voltron for ages, and passed on the Masterpeice due to the lack of pilots.....

Now i've done some research, the pilot version of old was the crappy, weird, imposter version.... This is the goodness of both into one, and my wallet, well credit card, is yours Mattycollector

[TF76]

Don't like it, I'm glad really. It would have been more than just a pain in the wallet to get.

[Lint]

Man what a brick!

[rampagesss]

Its funny most people commenting on youtube hate it, most people on TFW hate it, and now most people on here hate it, so i doubt its going to sell out anytime soon


I've been after a voltron for ages, and passed on the Masterpeice due to the lack of pilots.....

Now i've done some research, the pilot version of old was the crappy, weird, imposter version.... This is the goodness of both into one, and my wallet, well credit card, is yours Mattycollector

The MP voltron is still a cool voltron both the lions and combined voltron look incredable, heres a picture of my voltrons so you can see the differences

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t152/Rampage_017/100_4364.jpg

[Mr Ed]

The MP voltron is still a cool voltron both the lions and combined voltron look incredable, heres a picture of my voltrons so you can see the differences

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t152/Rampage_017/100_4364.jpg

rampagesss - I seriously hate you!!! Your Voltron collection is awesome man. I like your bookshelves too . Where is the Castle?

Re your vehicle Voltrons - what are their sizes and manufacturers. I am looking to buy one and it is around 30cm high?

Also I assume the smallest Lion Voltron is the Toynami version?

[rampagesss]

rampagesss - I seriously hate you!!! Your Voltron collection is awesome man. I like your bookshelves too . Where is the Castle?

Re your vehicle Voltrons - what are their sizes and manufacturers. I am looking to buy one and it is around 30cm high?

Also I assume the smallest Lion Voltron is the Toynami version?

Sorry here ya go
http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t152/Rampage_017/100_4517.jpg

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t152/Rampage_017/100_4523.jpg

Hard to take a picture of everything as the cupboard door has to be opened and gets in the way

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t152/Rampage_017/100_4364.jpg
Lion voltrons, in the back is the Panosh Place, The middle one is MP and the smaller front one is the Toynami SDCC

Vehicle Voltron, In the back is the Matchbox version, on the left is a KO version and on the right is the Toynami SDCC

Will be changing the display soon so i can add both my shogun voltrons that are about 22" tall

[Robzy]

Yeah, that video's a little disappointing. That's an easy pass for me now!

Talk about a bad advertising move by Matty... releasing this video now has done more damage than good (maybe). I think many more people would've bought a Sub, going by the reactions, if they hadn't seen this clip before the sale ends!

[bruticus]

Yeah, that video's a little disappointing. That's an easy pass for me now!

Talk about a bad advertising move by Matty... releasing this video now has done more damage than good (maybe). I think many more people would've bought a Sub, going by the reactions, if they hadn't seen this clip before the sale ends!

LOL...talk about bad advertising move indeed!
oh well... i already paid for a subscription well before this vid was released. live and learn.

[Mr Ed]

Happy as a pig in mud

I won the Matchbox Voltron Vehicle Force on EBAY!

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290591097606&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

[TF76]

LOL...talk about bad advertising move indeed!
oh well... i already paid for a subscription well before this vid was released. live and learn.

Even if it has some questionable auto transformation gimmicks and isn't as cool as many hoped. End of the day it is still a huge voltron and will make a great display piece. It will be great, I'm sure many on the board will be jelouse once you start getting your lions.

[Robzy]

Spoke to a friend of mine today who was gonna get this sub; but (again), after seeing this video online, changed his mind!

[bruticus]

Even if it has some questionable auto transformation gimmicks and isn't as cool as many hoped. End of the day it is still a huge voltron and will make a great display piece. It will be great, I'm sure many on the board will be jelouse once you start getting your lions.
thanks for the words of comfort.:D
i just hope that they wont offer it on sale for half price later due to all the lack of interest! cos that would be like 2 kicks in the nuts.

[SGB]

Happy as a pig in mud

I won the Matchbox Voltron Vehicle Force on EBAY!

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290591097606&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
Congrats! ;)

[kurdt_the_goat]

Video looks like ass, makes me feel better about not splurging!

But, i'm starting to wonder whether i should get the human figures and couple them with a Toynami MP Voltron (if i can ever find one for a reasonable price).

They wont go anywhere inside of course, but i had all those figs as a kid (was it the Panosh version? i dont remember) so i'd like to have them again in some form.

[rampagesss]

Searching up Voltron on youtube found this?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o724XP7KacU&feature=related
WTF! if they keep saying Voltron they might end up with a law suit :p

[Tallestblue]

Y'know what? I call BS on Mattel's whole "Biggest/Greatest Voltron ever" claim.
Trendmasters made a similar scale Voltron for the CGI show.
I'm not sure if it ever came out here (My aunt did tell me she saw a giant Yellow Lion at a toyworld around the same time, so it's possible) but I knew a bloke who had one. over 2ft tall, Each Lion had light-up eyes, and ridiculous amount of missiles and was capable of holding one of the horrible four inch Pilots they had out at the time. And I'm fairly certain the lion legs were chrome too.

I'm pretty sure it was under $100 US for the box set in 1999.

[Mr Ed]

I assume no one ended up getting a subscription to buy Voltron????

[bruticus]

I assume no one ended up getting a subscription to buy Voltron????


LOL...talk about bad advertising move indeed!
oh well... i already paid for a subscription well before this vid was released. live and learn.

not sure about others here, but i'm all in. pot committed mate.

[Mr Ed]

It was a real shame that Toynami in their time with Voltron never re-made the Vehicle Force. Toynami did make the Lion Force anniversary set for which I purchased.

As such, I always wanted a Vehicle Force but the quality was so dispersed wiht missing pieces and price was an issue.

However a couple of weeks ago on EBAY I found a pretty good Voltron Vehicle Force.

This Voltron did not have instructions or a box, however on the net, I found some website – "Angelfire" that had the old Voltron and some basic instructions.

As you can see from pictures from EBAY, this was filthy.

http://img220.imageshack.us/img220/2371/voltronebay.jpg (http://img220.imageshack.us/i/voltronebay.jpg/)

http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/1203/voltronebay2.jpg (http://img189.imageshack.us/i/voltronebay2.jpg/)

If they cleaned the thing there could have been more interest.

I asked the seller about this toy. The story was that this belonged to her brother and it sat in the bedroom closet for years. She advised that the right arm had a scratch when in fact the clip on the hand was broken. As such the hand wont lock in. To fix this, I took the relevant vehicle apart and removed the spring. I put some tape on the hand so that it locked into the vehicle.
I considered complaining, but this was a bargain at $160 given that age and condition. So I just shut up and gave her a good comment. You don’t see that many Voltrons in such good condition.

Anyway it arrived today and I set back cleaning this thing. It took ages. I used water and paper towels.

Here they are all disassembled.

http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/4820/p1020293b.jpg (http://img402.imageshack.us/i/p1020293b.jpg/)

I started making the teams:

Sea Team

http://img97.imageshack.us/img97/3297/p1020297vc.jpg (http://img97.imageshack.us/i/p1020297vc.jpg/)

Land Team

http://img59.imageshack.us/img59/5238/p1020298j.jpg (http://img59.imageshack.us/i/p1020298j.jpg/)

Air Team

http://img801.imageshack.us/img801/1480/p1020299ff.jpg (http://img801.imageshack.us/i/p1020299ff.jpg/)

Here is the Vehicle Force Voltron all assembled together.

As you can see the EBAY photos didnt do Voltron justice. A good clean really picked him up.

http://img6.imageshack.us/img6/7739/p1020300mh.jpg (http://img6.imageshack.us/i/p1020300mh.jpg/)

http://img841.imageshack.us/img841/9550/p1020302pb.jpg (http://img841.imageshack.us/i/p1020302pb.jpg/)

http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/3624/p1020303wo.jpg (http://img718.imageshack.us/i/p1020303wo.jpg/)

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

Hot Damn Mr Ed! That is a good find! I always preferred Vehicle Voltron over the Lions!

Lol! I forgot about the combined teams. Man it's been years since I watched V Voltron! Might have a looksee. Lionforce always puts me to sleep before the end of every ep. Without fail!!:rolleyes:

One day I will have a shiny metal V Voltron to stand next to my Lions! One day....

[SGB]

Nice clean-up job! ;)



It was a real shame that Toynami in their time with Voltron never re-made the Vehicle Force. Toynami did make the Lion Force anniversary set for which I purchased.
Toynami actually did make a Vehicle Voltron toy ... two, in fact. One was a vinyl figure, the other was a Shogun figure. However, neither of them were transformable.

Pity Toynami didn't make a Masterpiece Vehicle Voltron. I would have been all over that in a forkin' heartbeat.



I always preferred Vehicle Voltron over the Lions!
Ditto. :cool:

[Mr Ed]

Opps sorry was a bit unclear.

I own the Toynami vinyls of Lion and Vehicle force too!

Might get them all together for a family shot soon!

[Hursticon]

Wow Ed! :eek:
For an utterly absurd gestalt, the sheer number of vehicles and pilots involved I've always found comical with Vehicle Force :p, he is an awesome looking toy robot and that specimen looks amazing after your attentive cleansing man! ;):cool:

[Mr Ed]

Attentive cleaning is an understatement!!!!

Where there were grooves and dust form, I removed it. Then I lovingly dried it.

Really dumb of seller to not have cleaned it. The chrome is remarkably in top condition

Only other bummer are some tyres are cracking but that is expected of a toy this age. Does anyone know where I could possibly find replacement rubber tyres????

[kurdt_the_goat]

Some (bad) news from Matty Collector - they re-opened subs (obviously cause of low sales)... but with a new caveat for on-the-day buyers too.
You can only get the lions WITH their partners now.
BAH! I was only considering the human figures! Man what a monumental cock-up this has been!

[Hursticon]

Some (bad) news from Matty Collector - they re-opened subs (obviously cause of low sales)... but with a new caveat for on-the-day buyers too.
You can only get the lions WITH their partners now.
BAH! I was only considering the human figures! Man what a monumental cock-up this has been!

Bureaucratic Bulls*** is what it is, they were asking too much for them in the first place, then they used them to sell subscriptions and now they're limiting consumer choice... :rolleyes::mad:
...And people say HasTakTom are bad. :cool:

[Krayt]

I'm already in for a sub, but was thinking to leave the figures sealed and only open the lions

Since sub time I have been thinking about a second set of lions, no figures....

Would it help if I helped you Kurdt?

[Mr Ed]

About year or so ago, I bought from Toyworld the Toynami Lion Voltron set.

It's been kept MIB until today.

I put the Voltron Lion Force together and its next to its big brother, the Matchbox Voltron Vehicle Force set.

Dust is not as issue as my hobby room is always closed, locked and sealed.

http://img403.imageshack.us/img403/8875/p1020501w.jpg (http://img403.imageshack.us/i/p1020501w.jpg/)

[bruticus]

Mattycollector sent me an email to say that the first of the voltron figures were posted out the other day...

anyone else got this notification?

can anyone here who have bought from mattycollector in the past let me know how long it typically takes to arrive once posted?
normally im not too fussed and can wait ages for it to arrive if there is tracking details, but mattycollector said some BS about no tracking details for international parcels and they also buggered up my postal address...:(

just need an estimate on arrival time so i can file a report with my CC if the item takes unusually too long to arrive.

cheers,

[Cat]

Mattycollector sent me an email to say that the first of the voltron figures were posted out the other day...

anyone else got this notification?

can anyone here who have bought from mattycollector in the past let me know how long it typically takes to arrive once posted?
normally im not too fussed and can wait ages for it to arrive if there is tracking details, but mattycollector said some BS about no tracking details for international parcels and they also buggered up my postal address...:(

just need an estimate on arrival time so i can file a report with my CC if the item takes unusually too long to arrive.

cheers,

I got my shipping notice too.

I'd COMPLETELY forgot about the whole subscription.

No idea on how long postage will take, but your credit card provider generally gives you 3 months to dispute a transaction, so I wouldn't worry about shipping time, which at a max would be about 6 weeks.

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

I found that with the MOTU figures, it can be as short as 3 weeks and usually about 4 weeks from postage before they arrive. I'd assume it'd be the same for the Voltron.

I'd really like to see how they look Brut and Cat. Pics when arrived please!! :D

[Cat]

I found that with the MOTU figures, it can be as short as 3 weeks and usually about 4 weeks from postage before they arrive. I'd assume it'd be the same for the Voltron.

I'd really like to see how they look Brut and Cat. Pics when arrived please!! :D

Sure thing.

I'm interested in the final product too. I will admit, I bought the sub more for the pilots than for yet another Lion Voltron.

But still, will be interesting to finally see how they compare to the other versions, and how well they hold up on their own, especially for the price.

[Metallikato]

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t152/Rampage_017/100_4364.jpg

Sorry, a bit late into this thread. Nice collection, I assume the cd is background music from the original cartoon? Where did you get it? I just looked it up on ebay and saw some goose was try to sell one off for nearly $200.

[SGB]

I assume the cd is background music from the original cartoon?
Yes. It's not "complete" though as the music masters are lost (ARGH!!!), so the music on the CD had to be sourced from episodes of the series. As a result of this some tracks on the CD are presented in truncated form, hence my saying the soundtrack is not "complete".



Where did you get it?
Most likely from the Voltron.com webstore. They sell 'em for $10 a pop.

[Metallikato]

Yes. It's not "complete" though as the music masters are lost (ARGH!!!), so the music on the CD had to be sourced from episodes of the series. As a result of this some tracks on the CD are presented in truncated form, hence my saying the soundtrack is not "complete".


Most likely from the Voltron.com webstore. They sell 'em for $10 a pop.

Blimey, I remember talking Voltron with you on Seibertron like 8 or 9 years ago...
Thanks for the information.


I haven't looked at the Voltron site in many years, but that would sense. :) Initially I thought it many of been a rarer item based on the price of the one on ebay I saw. But based on your description it certainly sounds like it's worth closer to $10 than $200...

[SGB]

Blimey, I remember talking Voltron with you on Seibertron like 8 or 9 years ago...
I'm sorry to say I have absolutely no recollection of that, lol. :p

[Metallikato]

I'm sorry to say I have absolutely no recollection of that, lol. :p

ah that's fine. I dont remember the specifics either. Just saw your screen name and remembered you as the Voltron guy from the South Coast..

[Cat]

Mine arrived today, literally just saw the package out back.

The lion is a LOT bigger than I was expecting. It's pretty damn nice.

I won't get around to opening either of the two tonight, but the lion certainly looks impressive, and I appear to have got a really nice Lance too. Paint apps look perfect, especially on the helmeted head, where I heard a few complain.

Only problem - I have no idea where I'm going to put just this one lion, let alone the whole fully built Voltron!!

It's...........huge.............

[Cat]

Okay. These are just some REALLY quick pics taken with my Iphone. I literally just grabbed the closest TF at hand, which happened to be Wheeljack. Hopefully he's good enough to give you an idea of the size of the lion. I'm also crap at taking photos.

Sorry for the mess, it's my computer desk, and.....well, that's my excuse really.

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m80/KJ_81/IMG_1235b.jpg

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m80/KJ_81/IMG_1237b.jpg

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m80/KJ_81/IMG_1244b.jpg

Lion meets Little Miss-Thinks-She-Is-A-Lion-Too

[Trailer Park Ninja]

Holy crap the Lion figure is huge! Just imagine what the assembled Voltron will be like :eek::eek::eek:

[Tallestblue]

Holy crap the Lion figure is huge! Just imagine what the assembled Voltron will be like :eek::eek::eek:

I know! can't wait!!

[Cat]

I know! can't wait!!

I sure can!

Lack of space = Grrrrr.

[Cat]

You guys receive yours yet?

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

Yowsers, that kind of makes the $50 they are charging not too bad a deal really.
That is one big arm!

[Cat]

Yowsers, that kind of makes the $50 they are charging not too bad a deal really.
That is one big arm!

Yeah. I definitely feel I got my money's worth. I think the price is more than reasonable.

$55AU approx. for a huge-ass lion, pilot figure with alternate head (I'll only use the helmeted versions, but having both available is great, and a value booster), AND international postage?

Fantastic.

Keep 'em coming.

[Hursticon]

As out of my availability as it is, that is one pretty cool looking limb you've got there Cat - I myself though am a little iffy on the whole spring gimmick legs... Seems a little pointless to me but meh. :D

[Mr Ed]

Wow impressive Cat. The red lion is huge!!!!

[Cat]

Also keep in mind, he's an arm, so he's the SMALLEST of the lions.

How big is the black lion going to be? I imagine it'll need its own postcode!

[Jay-Tron]

I'm thinking this new Voltron is gonna make that big old 80"s Voltron toy look small and daggy, even though I always had a soft spot for it :)

[Cat]

If you look at the size difference between the red lion and my IRL cat, I wonder if that's not actually a close approximation of how big the black lion will be.

[Cat]

The next one is being shipped out within a week.

No idea which it is.

[Cat]

Alright.

This month it's the yellow lion with Hunk.

Dreading how big it's going to be.

[Cat]

Release order is as follows: Red, yellow, green, blue, black.

No idea when the subscription exclusive Sven is being released.

[Krayt]

Sven's coming with the Blue Lion as well.....

[Cat]

Makes perfect sense. I'm really looking forward to the Sven.

[Tallestblue]

I'm very excited for the new Voltron stuff. and Yay Hunk my favorite guy!

Sure it has it's short comings (Cheap feeling plastic, limited articulation THE SO VERY LONG WAIT) but Voltron is gonna Be EPIC.

[kup]

Does anyone that has a sub not received their red lion yet? I have a friend who bought a sub last year and is yet to receive the red lion that was shipped in February.

[Cat]

Wow. He should well and truly have received it now.

I got mine the day I posted pics of it, which was the 6th of MARCH.

He needs to contact them ASAP, and hope they still have some somewhere, as it's been sold out since the day of release.

I don't think I like his odds.

EDIT: I just checked my bank account.

The charge was done on the 17th of February. Listed as being to 'MattyCollector'.

[kup]

Wow. He should well and truly have received it now.

I got mine the day I posted pics of it, which was the 6th of MARCH.

He needs to contact them ASAP, and hope they still have some somewhere, as it's been sold out since the day of release.

I don't think I like his odds.

EDIT: I just checked my bank account.

The charge was done on the 17th of February. Listed as being to 'MattyCollector'.

Yeah, I already told him to do that. He had two subs too and nothing has arrived. It is safe to declare that it is either lost or was never sent out like it happened to a lot of the International Fistos and Sorceress sub orders.

[Cat]

Did he get charged for them?

[kup]

Did he get charged for them?

Yep. They told him to wait until the end of the week and then get back to them if it hasn't arrived.

Edit: Too late, he got fed up and asked his bank to reject any future charges and demanded a refund.

[Deonasis]

Cat I am oh so jealous. I collect Transformers and nothing else but not getting on this Matty subscription last year is my biggest collecting regret of 2011 (or even longer). Keep us posted :cool:

[fatbot]

Does anyone that has a sub not received their red lion yet? I have a friend who bought a sub last year and is yet to receive the red lion that was shipped in February.

I don't have a sub, but I'm still waiting for my Red Lion\Fisto order, I'm still waiting for a reply for mattycollector

[Cat]

Cat I am oh so jealous. I collect Transformers and nothing else but not getting on this Matty subscription last year is my biggest collecting regret of 2011 (or even longer). Keep us posted :cool:

I definitely will.

Even after just one release, this has become my favourite line this year.

I wasn't expecting that.

I'm so happy I went for the sub. I only did that for the pilot figures, didn't really care about or want another lion Voltron.

I was wrong.

I'm now on a Voltron kick, and re-reading the old DDP stuff (Sadly, it's better than the current Dynamite material).

Kup, if your friend paid by credit card, he can still dispute the February charges. He has three months to do that, generally.

Also, if anyone gets a set and doesnt want the Lance figure, I'll gladly buy it off them. Trying to work out a display I'm thinking of.

Hmm. Anyone got any ideas for suitable use for the non-helmeted head/s? Something suitable for a civilian Lance.

[Cat]

http://thefwoosh.com/2012/04/first-look-voltron-yellow-lion-and-hunk?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+fwoosh+%28TheFwoosh.com+E-zine%29

A look at the yellow lion. Check it out next to the red lion.

See the pic of my red lion with my real life cat? Yeah. It looks like it's gonna be as big as that.

[Tallestblue]

Wow. Yellow lion looks Massive.

[Sworc]

:eek:

So looks like your RL cat will be able to pilot the black lion going by the size of the yellow vs red lions in that link.

[KalEl]

cant wait to see the black lion, its gonna be huge

[Cat]

Once again, my main concern is ''Where the hell am I going to put this thing?''

I was already really surprised by how big red lion is. Even though I showed photos for comparison, you still don't quite get the sense of how big it is. (Yeah yeah, that's what she said :o)

And even though I now know they're all going to be huge, I'm sure my reaction on receiving the yelllow lion will be the same: ''HOLY CRAP''.

And I'll have to try and get the cat to not be hyper-active so I can show how big the real cat is compared to this toy one. :D

[Slag]

Once again, my main concern is ''Where the hell am I going to put this thing?''

I was already really surprised by how big red lion is. Even though I showed photos for comparison, you still don't quite get the sense of how big it is. (Yeah yeah, that's what she said :o)

And even though I now know they're all going to be huge, I'm sure my reaction on receiving the yelllow lion will be the same: ''HOLY CRAP''.

And I'll have to try and get the cat to not be hyper-active so I can show how big the real cat is compared to this toy one. :D

You could leave it at my house if you like..:p

but seriously, it is massive

[Cat]

You could leave it at my house if you like..:p

but seriously, it is massive

To get it to you it'd need its own plane ticket.

[Slag]

To get it to you it'd need its own plane ticket.

hehe. looks like it..

[Cat]

Yellow lion is on its way to me.

For anyone interested, this one cost just shy of $69.

Red Lion was a few cents less than $56.

That seems perfectly reasonable to me, considering the size difference, and the usual international shipping.

Can't wait for this baby to get here.

EDIT: Here's some close-up pics of the assembled Voltron.

Looks neat. http://www.actionfigurepics.com/2012/04/c2e2-2012-matty-collector-voltron-close-up?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+actionfigurepics+%28ActionFig urePics.com%29

However, look at Voltron's shoulder. Yeah, see Keith sitting there? Keith is a 3 3/4 scale figure.

Mind. Blown.

[loophole]

However, look at Voltron's shoulder. Yeah, see Keith sitting there? Keith is a 3 3/4 scale figure.

Mind. Blown.

holy crap that thing is going to be huge....maybe i should of gone for it after all

[Slag]

Yellow lion is on its way to me.

For anyone interested, this one cost just shy of $69.

Red Lion was a few cents less than $56.

That seems perfectly reasonable to me, considering the size difference, and the usual international shipping.

Can't wait for this baby to get here.

EDIT: Here's some close-up pics of the assembled Voltron.

Looks neat. http://www.actionfigurepics.com/2012/04/c2e2-2012-matty-collector-voltron-close-up?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+actionfigurepics+%28ActionFig urePics.com%29

However, look at Voltron's shoulder. Yeah, see Keith sitting there? Keith is a 3 3/4 scale figure.

Mind. Blown.

Once again .. Massif..
I found 2 red lions on ebay.
one buy it now for $160+postage
the other starting bid of $116+ postage with 1 bidder.:(
this is one we'll have to deal with. in this case it's all of em or none of em.
(at least we'll get see pics of it... the face looks so cold and emotionless.) best looking voltron figure yet

[Cat]

I'm really hoping Mattel does a second run of the red lion.

They've done that for plenty of other toys on their site that sold out quickly, mainly MOTU. They even did a second run on the Legion Of Super-Heroes 12 pack, which is far more expensive than any lion set.

I'm incredibly happy I have mine, and don't have to worry about missing out. And of course, the free Sven more than makes up for subscription cost, which makes things easier for me anyway.

I don't know what to say. I hate scalpers as much as anyone. There's no way I'm parting with mine.

But I do genuinely hope they do a second run, because this is something that is worth the cost they're asking, IMO. Actually, if you break down the costs, I honestly think it's a pretty damn good deal. And I'd love to see everyone who wants one, to have a fair opportunity of getting it at a reasonable price (3 times the purchase price is far from reasonable to me, for a new item like this).

I'll post pics as soon as yellow gets here. And I'm going to show photos next to my RL cat, as she's a good comparison. ;)

I'll also be stating for each one what the cost was, so you guys have a better understanding of what's being charged, vs eBay prices. That way, at least you guys can hopefully get a track of what's a fair price, and what's a rip-off.

I expect that the next two are going to cost roughly the same as these first two, seeing as they're both the arm and leg again. Only difference I'd expect would be due to the exchange rate fluctuating.

And I hate seeing people say how others 'don't deserve it' because they didn't subscribe or missed out. If you want an investment, get a share portfolio. These are meant for the masses, and are too good to be kept rare/expensive.

I'm also still trying to find a good base body for the unhelmeted Lance head. I can't think of anything I like. Infinite Heroes seems the logical choice, but again, I can't think of anyone whose body sculpt would look alright with the 'civilian' Lance head.

[Cat]

in this case it's all of em or none of em.


The other thing is that you need all 5 of the pilot figures to be able to have the full Blazing Sword.

Each pilot comes with a piece of it (Not counting Sven).

And you HAVE to have the Blazing Sword.

[Slag]

oh . i didn't realize. i wouldn't care if i had the pilots or not.. but not having the blazing sword. well.... i don't think voltron ever managed to win a fight without it. ( maybe twice :rolleyes:)
thinking about it, i need to get swords for the old matchbox voltrons now

bring on the second run....pleeeease

[Cat]

oh . i didn't realize. i wouldn't care if i had the pilots or not.. but not having the blazing sword. well.... i don't think voltron ever managed to win a fight without it. ( maybe twice :rolleyes:)
thinking about it, i need to get swords for the old matchbox voltrons now

bring on the second run....pleeeease

Good sir, I would gladly buy said pilots off you. (It's frustrating me because I want another set of pilots for display purposes, or at least a second Lance. Yeah, I know, I should be happy with one).

And the blazing sword piece is actually included in the box with the pilot, along with a key, which is just.....well, it just is. You can use it as a stand for the pilot, as it has a peg on it. Not really all that practical though, as the key's pretty big.

But yeah. Without all 5 of the regular pilots, you'll have an incomplete blazing sword. It's good that you don't need the Sven, at least.

I can't really say much about how good or bad the sword is, seeing I only have one piece at this stage.

[Cat]

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m80/KJ_81/IMG_1382_resize.jpg

Random pic, just cos.

[Cat]

In case it matters to anyone, here's the specific breakdown for the yellow lion set (all in US dollars):

Lion and pilot set - $55 US

International shipping - $15.55US

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

I reckon its such a limited run tight now because they weren't too sure how it owuld go. I'd be surprised if they never released them again.

So, if I read this correctly, no pilots = no sword at all, not even an unblazing sword? That would suck.

To be honest, the cost doesn't seem all that much considering the soze of each toy. I'd be up for it, if I had the cash spare. Heck, I probably spent more on my original vehicle force voltron a while back.

[Slag]

In case it matters to anyone, here's the specific breakdown for the yellow lion set (all in US dollars):

Lion and pilot set - $55 US

International shipping - $15.55US

they are popping up now..(thanks to the links sent) but i think the cheapest landed is around 120-130...
i don't know whether to wait and see or just pay it:confused:
could they release them again?

[Cat]

I reckon its such a limited run tight now because they weren't too sure how it owuld go. I'd be surprised if they never released them again.

So, if I read this correctly, no pilots = no sword at all, not even an unblazing sword? That would suck.

To be honest, the cost doesn't seem all that much considering the soze of each toy. I'd be up for it, if I had the cash spare. Heck, I probably spent more on my original vehicle force voltron a while back.

Absolutely. I KNOW I spent more on my original Vehicle Force Voltron (worth every cent, it's absolutely mint).

And you're correct - no pilots, no sword. However, you can't buy the lions without the pilots anyway. (Only exception is Sven, who is subscription only. He doesn't come with a sword piece)

Here's how it's broken up - http://thefwoosh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/hunk-card-back.jpg

[Slag]

Absolutely. I KNOW I spent more on my original Vehicle Force Voltron (worth every cent, it's absolutely mint).

And you're correct - no pilots, no sword. However, you can't buy the lions without the pilots anyway. (Only exception is Sven, who is subscription only. He doesn't come with a sword piece)

Here's how it's broken up - http://thefwoosh.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/hunk-card-back.jpg

lovable and long lasting..... good ol hunk:p

[Tallestblue]

Actually I think the black lion will come with a standard (not lighty-flashy) sword and shield. At least that's what i've seen in promo pics.

Yup. pics in this link here-

http://www.govoltronforce.com/2012/02/toy-fair-2012-mattel-collector-night.html

[Cat]

Ah, that's neat.

Of course it also doesn't make a lot of sense, seeing the lions come with the pilots anyway.

But more display options are always a great thing.

[Tallestblue]

I'd be annoyed spending over 200 bucks to get a Voltron with just the Sword.
And fans would've screamed bloody murder if the chose not to buy the pilots
(But why would you)

I realise the shield isn't canon, but I want it.

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

Didn't the shield get used as a shuriken? Oh, I might be getting confuesd with Vehicle V...

I'd like to see a retail release of some Voltron as well. Is the new cartoon still going?

[Cat]

I think the new cartoon just finished its first season.

Mattel had a sweet looking Voltron based on the animated look at SDCC.

I hope that sees release somehow, but I'm not very confident.

Personally, I can't even watch the new cartoon. The animation is just that bad.

A friend of mine has kids who absolutely love it though. They also hate Thundercats.

Strange because they're complete opposites in terms of animation quality, but the kids love the one with the worse animation.

[Slag]

Didn't the shield get used as a shuriken? Oh, I might be getting confuesd with Vehicle V...

I'd like to see a retail release of some Voltron as well. Is the new cartoon still going?

I don't remember a shield.. i remember the helicopter blades from (vehicle voltron) his shoulders.. i think he threw them around a bit

[Sworc]

Video review of Yellow Lion for those interested.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMoJ0jPdtjQ&feature=g-all-u&context=G2bfce8eFAAAAAAAADAA

The comparison next to Fort Max really puts this things size into perspective.

Huuuuuuge!

[SGB]

I think the new cartoon just finished its first season.
Not quite. The final episode of the first season airs in a few days' time.

[Cat]

I'm confused.

I'm still awaiting my yellow lion set, which is still well within normal timeframes.

I just received not one, but TWO emails from Mattycollector stating my subscription was being charged, and shipment sent out shortly.

Did everyone else get the same thing?

I'm really confused, as surely the next lion set isn't ready yet??

[kup]

I'm confused.

I'm still awaiting my yellow lion set, which is still well within normal timeframes.

I just received not one, but TWO emails from Mattycollector stating my subscription was being charged, and shipment sent out shortly.

Did everyone else get the same thing?

I'm really confused, as surely the next lion set isn't ready yet??

I received the same two emails. I believe it's yet another screw up. This sort of thing has already happened like 2-3 times in recent months.

Just make sure that they are not charging your credit card for nothing since they are that criminally incompetent.

[Cat]

Here's my story, which is posted at the Matty Customer Service forum. See what happens.

Here's my full story, and is the exact text I put into the Matty thread.

==================================================
I received two emails from you guys today.

The text is copied below. Now, I only have one subscription with you guys, which is for Voltron. I was charged for yellow lion, and it has shipped. I haven't received it yet, but considering I'm in Australia, it's still within a normal postage timeframe.

This was the email, which I received two of: ''Hi (my name here),

Here's a friendly reminder that it's time for your club subscriptions from MattyCollector.com to automatically renew.

That means your card will be charged and you can look for your shipment to leave our warehouse in the next several days. We'll send a shipment confirmation email once it does so you know it's on its way.

Have questions? Just give us a call at 877-GO-MATTY or email us at MattyCollector.CS@digitalriver.com.

Thanks for being a MattyCollector.com customer!

Customer Service''

So considering yellow lion has only just gone out, what is this? I emailed asking that, to the email address stated.

Here's my text from that email: ''Hi, my name is (me), and my email is (my email address) ,
and my address is Australia.

I received two emails (both were the same, but I only have one
subscription with you guys, which is Voltron) stating that it was time
for my club subscriptions to renew.

It then said it'd be leaving the warehouse shortly after the charge.

Yet I don't know what this is.

My yellow lion set was paid for, and is on its way over to me. I haven't
received it yet, but red lion took 3 weeks, so it's still well within
timeframe.

So what is the charge now that you emailed me about?

I'm confused.

Clarification would be appreciated.

Thank you,

(Me)''

Nice and easy, right. You're going to be charging me, can you please just let me know what it is you're charging it for, and why the email was duplicated, as I only have a single subscription for Voltron.

This was their response: ''Dear (me),

Thank you for contacting the MattyCollector.com online store.

We apologize for the inconvenience. Unfortunately, we are unable to
assist you with this issue at the MattyCollector.com online store.

Please contact customer support at:

1-800-524-TOYS (1-800-524-8697)

Sincerely,
Jacqueline D.
MattyCollector.com online store
Customer Service
mattycollector.cs@digitalriver.com
Email ID: 22424255''


Seriously? You can't tell me what you're charging me for?? What the hell?

And considering I bluntly stated I'm in Australia, why respond by telling me to call? I'm not incurring massive charges for me to call the US, not to mention the inconvenience of having to call at an inconvenient hour due to time zone differences.

If you can't tell me why you're charging me, what it's for, then you have NO business being in business.

I wasn't asking some highly detailed question. I can't see how this could be any more basic an enquiry.

I'm seriously not happy, and am considering cancelling and putting more money to non-Mattel products, and just quitting this Voltron subscription if this is the unprofessional business I'll have to deal with for the rest of the year.

Can you please explain the actions of this CS rep, and tell me just what the heck it is you're charging me for, and why is there a possibility of it happening twice?

And why such a stupid and inane response from your supposed customer service rep? How is that in any way acceptable, considering I blatantly said I'm Aussie, yet I'm told to call a phone number in the vain hope they are able to read?
========================================


In case it's not obvious, I'm incredibly pissed off right now.

[Trent]

That sucks dude, I hope it is all sorted out. That stuff is frustrating as all hell.

[Cat]

It's not like I was asking for something difficult, like the exact chemical composition of each bit of plastic on each lion.

They're charging me, okay, so.....what are you charging me for?

Yet that simple question is apparently too difficult.

If you can't tell me what you're charging me for, don't be surprised that I'm pissed and liable to get even more pissed that you expect me to just blindly accept the charges.

Unbelievable.

[VGMStudios]

that response is total BS. You should ask for thier manager.
Tho the 1800 number is a free call, I too would be pissed ata reply like that. Its as if they cant be bothered to look into your case and just give you some number to call.
Hope everything gets sorted. I have heard nothing but bad things about mattel and this voltron.. good thing I passed it up.

[kup]

The people at support can be total morons so I would suggest sending another email and keeping it as simple and short as possible or they will get confused.


that response is total BS. You should ask for thier manager.
Tho the 1800 number is a free call, I too would be pissed ata reply like that. Its as if they cant be bothered to look into your case and just give you some number to call.


The 1800 number is only free for the US. International calls get charged at the international rate.

[Cat]

Dear Cat,

Thank you for contacting Matty Collector.

We apologize for any inconvenience. We have investigated this issue and
confirmed that you can ignore the e-mail you received. We have verified
with our internal departments that everything is working correctly and
your Club Lion Force subscription will renew in June as intended.
Please let me know if you do not receive any notifications before the
15th of June.

In regards to the figure that is being released in June, it is Green
Lion and Pidge, and the cost of the figure will be 50 USD + shipping and
handling. We have confirmed that you only have one subscription for
Club Lion Force.

If we can be of further assistance, please reply to this message. When
replying, please be sure to include this and any other pertinent
correspondence in your message.

Sincerely,
Brady O.
Digital River
Customer Service
Case ID 22424255

=============================

Sigh.

I'm glad they followed up on this after I posted at the MattyCollector forums, but why couldn't I have been told that the first time?

Ugh.

[Cat]

Yellow lion arrived just now!

No time to open it, but hopefully I'll have some pics up tonight.

[Deonasis]

Yellow lion arrived just now!

No time to open it, but hopefully I'll have some pics up tonight.

Hurry up and shirk your responsibilities and post some pics THEN hop in it and take it for a drive :cool: but for now SHIRK!

[Cat]

Alright, here we go.

Usual disclaimer about me being terrible at taking photos, and having a messy desk.

I've used the same Wheeljack for size comparison.

I've also used the same cat. She's loose but in fairly good condition, and for once, was able to sit still for more than 2 minutes.

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m80/KJ_81/IMG_1442s.jpg

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m80/KJ_81/IMG_1452s.jpg

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m80/KJ_81/IMG_1440s.jpg

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m80/KJ_81/IMG_1462s.jpg

So all up, pretty nice.

I'm really concerned about space though. I don't have enough room for these monstrosities!

[The_Damned]

I'm really concerned about space though. I don't have enough room for these monstrosities!

i can help you can store them at my house i can make room :P

[Cat]

Heh.

I have to admit, a large part of me is questioning whether or not I should keep them.

It's already a pain in the ass, and that's at 40% completion!

I think I may end up keeping the pilot and stand, and I don't know about the lions: sell them as I get them, wait and sell it all as a complete Voltron, or making an agreement with someone, that they'll purchase the lions as they arrive, and I just keep pilot and stand (and the pilots alternate head).

I think there are a lot of people with no interest in the pilots, so maybe I'll find someone.

This is a great line, but I just can't give it the display room it needs.

[VERT]

I will take your lions :D They look great and I cant wait to see them combined. :D

[Cat]

I know it's going to look amazing when complete. The lions by themselves look incredible. These sets are what we remember out childhood ones as being: awesome looking and huge.

But yeah, I'm starting to think that I just don't have the space for a two foot high Voltron.

I haven't made any decision yet (to be honest, I'm still not sure of the best way for me to sell them all in a fair, open, and honest manner).

[Slag]

I know it's going to look amazing when complete. The lions by themselves look incredible. These sets are what we remember out childhood ones as being: awesome looking and huge.

But yeah, I'm starting to think that I just don't have the space for a two foot high Voltron.

I haven't made any decision yet (to be honest, I'm still not sure of the best way for me to sell them all in a fair, open, and honest manner).

If it comes down to it and Vert doesn't need them i'll take em..
highly unlikely i know

[VGMStudios]

Great line? Haha. I guess you guys don't read what collectionDx has to say about these horrible lions. I'm so glad I didn't spend any money on these things. Qc is terrible from what I've seen.

[Cat]

My opinion is simply that: my opinion.

I make no claim to be the arbiter of good judgement (I have been watching horrible cheap shark movies all week. I love Action Masters. I liked the Cybertron series.).

Anyway, again, just to let people know. I got charged today for Pidge and green lion set.

Even though it's an arm, therefore one of the smallest lions, it was the most expensive so far, clocking in at $66.65AU.

This is due to the fluctuation of the Aussie dollar, of course. But still, interesting to keep in mind.

[Hursticon]

Hey Cat, be sure to post some pics & thoughts on the Black Lion once he's released; He's the one I'm most looking forward to learning about. ;):cool:

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

Hey Cat, be sure to post some pics & thoughts on the Black Lion once he's released; He's the one I'm most looking forward to learning about. ;):cool:

Oh yeah! +1 on this!!

[Cat]

I definitely will.

I also think that once fully assembled, I'll put him in the car with me so I can use the carpool lane...

[stencilator]

Nice.:cool:

[Deonasis]

I definitely will.

I also think that once fully assembled, I'll put him in the car with me so I can use the carpool lane...And if the cops pull you over it'll be ok because I'll actually be sitting in the black lion sitting in your car.

[Cat]

Green set arrived today.

Haven't even had a change to open the main shipping box. Not sure exactly when that'll be, Tuesday by the latest, I'm guessing?

[Cat]

Blue lion arrived today.

No complaints. It all looks good.

I also received the subscription bonus figure: Sven. I was expecting him to be boxed like all the other pilots, but instead he's on a blister card, like a normal action figure. Looks great, and it makes for a nice presentation, but I imagine some will be annoyed the packaging doesn't match.

Just black lion to go, and then... well, then I have a tough decision to make!

[loophole]

Blue lion arrived today.

No complaints. It all looks good.

I also received the subscription bonus figure: Sven. I was expecting him to be boxed like all the other pilots, but instead he's on a blister card, like a normal action figure. Looks great, and it makes for a nice presentation, but I imagine some will be annoyed the packaging doesn't match.

Just black lion to go, and then... well, then I have a tough decision to make!

Sweet!! whats the tough decision?? how to display him im guessing??

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

Sweet!! whats the tough decision?? how to display him im guessing??

I think it'll be whether to keep or sell.

That thing'll be HUUUUGE!

[Deonasis]

Thanks for the updates Cat! My jealousy grows with each lion. When contemplating your big decision, (and despite any flaws) remember to also think if you would be kicking yourself in 5-10-15 years if you let it go..

^Nah, what am i saying.. I want one! So.. remember to also think how bad you would feel if this guy topples over and crushes a child.. :eek: <- Too far?


Also, moar group lion pics pls. :D

[Cat]

Black lion finally arrived yesterday.

I don't think I even need to mention how big the thing is, but DAMN!

It's all done now, I just need to decide what I want to do with it.

If only they did a Vehicle Voltron for next year :(

[Trent]

Pics or it didn't happen. :cool:

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

Black lion finally arrived yesterday.

I don't think I even need to mention how big the thing is, but DAMN!

It's all done now, I just need to decide what I want to do with it.

If only they did a Vehicle Voltron for next year :(
I'd avoid a Mattel VV, they'd probably just cock it up...

But I'd really like a chogokin version!! Come on Bandai ;)

Pics or it didn't happen. :cool:

Seconded! :D

[Deonasis]

Thriced!

[Cat]

Pics coming tomorrow.

It'll just be boxed pics though, as I've decided I am going to sell these. I'll be keeping the pilots and stands only.

And yes, Black Lion is bigger than my cat!

[The_Damned]

how much are you selling the set for?

[Krayt]

I too have a full set to sell, Unopened lions, Pilots and Sven...

I changed my shipping to UPS and have had Voltron towering over a (mini)Fort Max for a month now...

[Cat]

I'm entertaining offers. It's hard to gauge with something like this.

On eBay US they've consistently being going between 510-630.

Also keep in mind that they only have local shipping. For a normal person to ship them from the US to here would be a few hundred dollars. I can't see it being possible at anything under $150 international, and I think even that would not be enough.

So you get the advantage of cheap shipping for them from me, as mine are obviously here in Brisbane.

All lions are MISB, in their mailer boxes. You also get the complete buildable blazing sword, which is an awesome looking piece.

I'm just keeping the pilots and stands.

I'd go with a courier to ship these, and I'd expect it to cost around $40-60. That's just a guess, it could be less. I haven't had much experience from couriers, but I used one last month on a heavier item and it was only $60.

So, weigh all that up, and if you're interested, send me a message/offer. :)

This set is beautiful. I just don't have the space for it. It is the ULTIMATE Voltron, and one which I doubt we'll see surpassed. When are we likely to get another Voltron toy anyway, let alone one of this size and quality.

This is a centrepiece of a Voltron/Mecha collection, and is a must-have.

It's also hard to find, Especially one that's already in the country (save yourself hundreds on shipping).

Whoever buys it, will be thrilled with it. I'm sure of that.


This is the Ultimate Voltron, and possibly even the last one.

Don't miss out on it. It's not going to drop in price either. And its only going to get rarer still as the few available are snapped up for hardcore fans. It's the Hot Toys of the Voltron world.

I'll have some pics up hopefully tonight. And yes, although I don't think it really needs to be said, it is bigger than my cat!!

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

And yes, although I don't think it really needs to be said, it is bigger than my cat!!
Ha ha ha! It's probably bigger than some children!:D

[Mr Ed]

I'm entertaining offers. It's hard to gauge with something like this.

On eBay US they've consistently being going between 510-630.

Also keep in mind that they only have local shipping. For a normal person to ship them from the US to here would be a few hundred dollars. I can't see it being possible at anything under $150 international, and I think even that would not be enough.

So you get the advantage of cheap shipping for them from me, as mine are obviously here in Brisbane.

All lions are MISB, in their mailer boxes. You also get the complete buildable blazing sword, which is an awesome looking piece.

I'm just keeping the pilots and stands.

I'd go with a courier to ship these, and I'd expect it to cost around $40-60. That's just a guess, it could be less. I haven't had much experience from couriers, but I used one last month on a heavier item and it was only $60.

So, weigh all that up, and if you're interested, send me a message/offer. :)

This set is beautiful. I just don't have the space for it. It is the ULTIMATE Voltron, and one which I doubt we'll see surpassed. When are we likely to get another Voltron toy anyway, let alone one of this size and quality.

This is a centrepiece of a Voltron/Mecha collection, and is a must-have.

It's also hard to find, Especially one that's already in the country (save yourself hundreds on shipping).

Whoever buys it, will be thrilled with it. I'm sure of that.


This is the Ultimate Voltron, and possibly even the last one.

Don't miss out on it. It's not going to drop in price either. And its only going to get rarer still as the few available are snapped up for hardcore fans. It's the Hot Toys of the Voltron world.

I'll have some pics up hopefully tonight. And yes, although I don't think it really needs to be said, it is bigger than my cat!!

Sent u a PM cat. I'm in Brisbane , can pick up and can pay you cash without any payment arrangements, however I would like the pilots and stands . You've got my mobile so if u wanna proceed give me a call.

[fatbot]

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo146/fatbot/215835_4750875207574_1901954898_n.jpg

I got bored so I finally put him together

[Senor_2]

Yep that's freaking awesome!!!

[VGMStudios]

Is it really awesome? I've been watching the horrors about it from collection dx.
For the price you pay its totally not worth it.
Still looks like a cheap plastic knock off. Like the plastic is brittle or something.
Just my observations.

[Trent]

Yeah I tend to agree with VGM. Finally seeing photos/video of it all put together I can't help but feel disappointed. If this was 1988 I would be in awe of it. But considering that it's 2012, for the price I expect a greater level of detail and engineering.

And have they been taking lessons off Hasbro? There is an awful lot of _almost_ Hasbro grey on it :confused:


:(

[sideswipes brother]

It needs friggin chrome!!!!!

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

Yeah I tend to agree with VGM. Finally seeing photos/video of it all put together I can't help but feel disappointed. If this was 1988 I would be in awe of it. But considering that it's 2012, for the price I expect a greater level of detail and engineering.

And have they been taking lessons off Hasbro? There is an awful lot of _almost_ Hasbro grey on it :confused:


:(


It needs friggin chrome!!!!!
I think (iirc) that the grey is meant to make it more accurate to the cartoon colours.

I think it just looks cheap. After seeing those colours and that short video of the spring loaded legs they set up before the ordering was out, I had made up my mind to avoid it.

[kup]

I think (iirc) that the grey is meant to make it more accurate to the cartoon colours.

I think it just looks cheap. After seeing those colours and that short video of the spring loaded legs they set up before the ordering was out, I had made up my mind to avoid it.

The grey is there because it is cheap. It is clear that this is the case.

Hasbro has been using this for years and since Matty decided to cheapen out in their 'Collector grade' lines for the last year, they have been substituting whites and silvers for it just like Hasbro. Recently they decided that 'Snow' should be an ugly grey instead of white and that Uncle Sam is not longer Red, White and Blue but Red, Grey and Blue :rolleyes: The red and Blue are also that dull shade that Hasbro likes to use.

Clearly some paint colors are 'cheaper' than others in manufacturing.

[Krayt]

"Paint" colours? you think that's painted???

The WHITE paint is amazingly brights..... that grey is crappy plastic

[Mr Ed]

Actually it doesn't look that good assembled now

Actually I think I'll just keep my 150 dollar cheap Toynami with metallic bits and not try and buy it now for around 750!!!

[kup]

"Paint" colours? you think that's painted???

The WHITE paint is amazingly brights..... that grey is crappy plastic

They have to dye it to that color dude. The plastic does not magically become whatever color it's molded into. However I will agree that it is also crappy plastic. Recently Mattel decided to mold their MOTUC figures black and then paint over them because it was cheaper than molding the plastic into different colors.

Hasbro uses the same grey because it is cheaper than using a pristine silver. They also like to use that off-white grey instead of white for the same reason.

[VGMStudios]

Its funny really. They use cheaper plastics. Therefore the figures are cheaply made. Yet they charge more for them and prices keep going up.
I don't know about you but to me that makes a whole lot of sense!
No wonder I only buy Japanese figures.

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

Its funny really. They use cheaper plastics. Therefore the figures are cheaply made. Yet they charge more for them and prices keep going up.
I don't know about you but to me that makes a whole lot of sense!
No wonder I only buy Japanese figures.

That's the way Capitalism works...

And yet I laugh when people say the market is able to cater for the needs of the consumers without any outside interference.

And politics rant over.

Having watched pixel dans and other's videos on this toy, I am still glad I passed it up. I'd rather spend the same money on an unofficial Devastator...

[Tallestblue]

So I finally got my Black Lion today. and well, despite it's flaws, I love it. I love this thing. I love that it's a massive heavy brightly coloured piece of plastic. I made a little happy noise when i put it all together and pressed the chest piece for the automatic Head forming action. that was AWESOME.

but it does have it's flaws, it feels slightly cheap and it's ridiculously top heavy. (although if this was made of Diecast metal it would weigh a ton and if it fell off your shelf on to your head it would kill you.)
in combined mode the spring loaded gimmick is irritating and i feel that once the gears wears out it will be useless. Oh and the whole massive collect and connect blazing sword NOT being able to light even though that was promised us is more Mattel crap.

And I honestly can't in good conscience recommend it to the casual Mecha fan.
Seriously. spend your money on Super robot Chogokins rather that this. looking back i tink it cost me 500 dollars for it. that's insane.
This is for hardcore fans of Voltron and for people who still love Toys that are Toys for playing with.
I appreciate it as a "What If" sort of toy and think that if 5 year old Tallest unwrapped it on Christmas day in 1986 his head would explode, making the five ugly Voltron lions and their strange dumpy pilots from the 80s look like piles of puke.

So...yeah. I like it. I get why people don't. It's still awesome to have.

[Cat]

I've waited two weeks, and still haven't heard back.

My Voltron is still available for sale. All 5 MiSB lions, and BAF sword. You get it all except the pilots and figure stands.

lMk if anyone's interested, before I chuck it on my list.

[kup]

A friend is selling a Classics Voltron Black Lion - $140.

Please PM me if anyone is interested.

http://kupscigar.com/sale/blacklion.JPG

[Cat]

Oops forgot price.

It's $480. Remember lions are all MISB. You just don't the pilots or the figure stands.

My priece is already cheaper than EBay's going prices (Completed Listings).

They're also already here. It'd cost a lot to ship them all from America to Oz. Here we've a got a lot of options, local pick-up, courier, etc. plenty of ways to minimise shipping. These babies are huge!!