Yamato & Bandai Macross Toys

[gamblor916]

I sure would like to see Meister-levels of custom work on a Macross toy Gamblor!


From what I've seen of Tober's Macross toys they're quite fiddly and delicate. I don't think I'll ever try to customize one.
I will however pick up the new 1/48 Hasegawa VF-1 kit though *drool*

[Hereticpoo]

Yeah, i have an original release YF-19 but the left shoudler is broken (you might remember, hereticpoo had it up for sale). No biggy since i would probably only display in fighter mode regardless - but i've been meaning to get my wife to speak to Yamato about a replacement


If you manage to get a replacement arm that'll be the best $25 you ever spent! :D

[kurdt_the_goat]

True, but it establishes precedent - now it's a lot harder to spend the $200+ on the other Valks i want!

I started watching Macross Plus last night and was very impressed with the animation quality for its age! I can already tell i'm going to be disappointed that it's only 4 episodes long though.

Also, i'm 3/4 through Robotech and have mostly enjoyed it - is it worth hunting down the original Macross in subbed form?

[Lord_Zed]

I started watching Macross Plus last night and was very impressed with the animation quality for its age! I can already tell i'm going to be disappointed that it's only 4 episodes long though.

Also, i'm 3/4 through Robotech and have mostly enjoyed it - is it worth hunting down the original Macross in subbed form?

I suppose If you have Robotech, you don't really need Macross, unless you are a die hard Macross fan like me. I have Macross, but not Robotech.

The only real differences (aside from names) are that Protocuture is the Zentran name for alien culture/ the original creator races culture, not some whizz bang fuel. There was huge war (The Unification War) after the Macross crashed to earth, and everything after the first series of Robotech mever happened. :p

You would probably be better of tracking down a copy of the Macross Do you Remember Love movie which is a re-telling of much of the story, with a movie budget. It's significantly older than Macross Plus but the animation is well done so it still holds up well, even today.

Macross Plus is one of my favourte Macross series, though I slightly prefer the movie (mix) version as the ending is better. Although its a short series, it means they manage to maintain quality all the way through, compared to Macross 7 which was made at the same time. Macross Zero is another one to look for. In my opinion Zero and Plus are still technicaly a little flashier than even Macross Frontier. (Although Macross Frontier is still damn good for a TV budget)

[Tober]

Also, i'm 3/4 through Robotech and have mostly enjoyed it - is it worth hunting down the original Macross in subbed form?
There is a movie edition too, it isn't much different tho, basically just a 'director's cut' with a little new footage.



Also, i'm 3/4 through Robotech and have mostly enjoyed it - is it worth hunting down the original Macross in subbed form?

Only if you really want to see the differences. The main plot difference is that Protoculture is what it sounds like instead of an energy source. Roy's character is slightly more complex. About the biggest single difference is in the relationship between Rick, Lisa and Minmay with Kyle at the end:

SPOILER:
- it makes more sense why Minmay chooses to walk away.

I prefer Mari Iijima over Reba West, but there are times I prefer the Robotech score over Macross's.

Otherwise 'Do You Remember Love?' is an amazing movie versions of the Macross series. And 'Flashback 2012' contains what was supposed to be the "ending" although it was left out of the movie for budget reasons and remains more of an music video collection and epilogue (the new animation is beautiful tho).

EDIT: Yeah, Zed beat me to it :P

[Lord_Zed]

I prefer Mari Iijima over Reba West, but there are times I prefer the Robotech score over Macross's.


+1 I can't stand the english Minmei songs anymore, however when watching Macross I do miss the added background music used in Robotech to build tension. Particularly for the Zentradei scenes.




EDIT: Yeah, Zed beat me to it :P

Great minds think alike, or is that fools seldom differ. :p

[kurdt_the_goat]

Not many posts here for a while!
Big blowout on Macross Quarter here (http://gigazine.net/index.php?/news/comments/20091130_bandai_webshop)

IMO, it's looking pretty average. The video showing explicit leg collapse especially, but also the colours and ultimately, not a whole lot of transformation for your $$.

Still hoping next years' VF-27 lives up to expectations though!
http://www.amiami.com/special/bandai/img/11.jpg
Few more pics here (http://www.amiami.com/special/bandai/02.html)

[Lord_Zed]

Macross Quater looks pretty good to me, about as big a Macross as I can afford to get, at any rate.

The VF 27 looks pretty good in the pics I've seen too. Though it will likely have the same issues as the rest of the Bandai Macross Chogokin line.

Still I'm satisfied with my 2 Bandai Macross purchases so far, so I'll be getting both.

[Tober]

FYI: HLJ.com is having a Yamato Figure Super-Sale (http://www.hlj.com/scripts/hljsalepage2/?Count=60&Maker1=YMT&DisplayMode=images&Title=Yamato+Figure+Super-Sale&randstr=rkjm9mub) including many 1/60 Valks. Pity they chose before X-Mas to do it :(.


Not many posts here for a while!

Not much to report really. There is an unassembled version of Yamato's VF-1S coming in Febuary ( I have 2 on order :) ). Also Bandai have shown prototype pics for their VF-1S 1/100 Hi-Metal line (nothing spectacular imo).

[Lord_Zed]

Damn that's evil of them!

I was going to get the VF 11c when it came out, but the VF 11b for $165 is hard to pass up.

Edit: You win this round HLJ, gald I didn't get anything in the previous Xmas sale though, this ones better. If only there were free shipping, though then I'd go crazy.

[Lord_Zed]

Well my VF 11B from the previously mentioned sale arrived today, though I'm saving it for Xmas.

However my real reason for reopening this thread was to post this link to more cut scenes from the Macross fever pachinko game, man these look good. I think we should all start praying for an Eva rebuild style Macross remake now. ;)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDhBuS7OYw8&feature=related

[Fungal Infection]

The missus has decided to be extremely generous this Xmas and wants to buy me a toy - but she wants it to be a toy that makes a statement, "not a single, pissy toy that I'll transform once and then put away" (refering to my TFs and Gundams). So I suggested a Macross valkyrie and showed her pics of some that I desired. She's decided she likes either the Bandai Armoured Ozma VF-25S or the Yamato 1/60 YF-21 with Fast Packs. I'm leaning towards the YF-21. So, anyone know the cheapest, in-stock site to grab it? I found the cheapest on ebay to be $235 US shipped, anyone do better than that?

[kurdt_the_goat]

Amiami (http://www.amiami.com/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-0123&template=default/product/e_display.html) has 1 in stock but i'm not sure how much they'd hit you for shipping.

[Lord_Zed]

Dammnit, I saw it on sale during the HLJ sale, but its gone now. The 21/22 never lasts when it goes on sale.

I'd go Amiami too, though yeah I've yet to find out how hard they hit for shipping.

[Fungal Infection]

Yeah, I remember seeing it last week on HLJ on special and I checked it earlier and it had gone back up. Now I'm kicking myself hard for using the money I could have used for the YF-21 on goddamn pressies for relatives whom I'm sure won't even acknowledge Xmas anyway. :mad:

[Tober]

The missus has decided to be extremely generous this Xmas and wants to buy me a toy - but she wants it to be a toy that makes a statement, "not a single, pissy toy that I'll transform once and then put away" (refering to my TFs and Gundams). So I suggested a Macross valkyrie and showed her pics of some that I desired. She's decided she likes either the Bandai Armoured Ozma VF-25S or the Yamato 1/60 YF-21 with Fast Packs. I'm leaning towards the YF-21. So, anyone know the cheapest, in-stock site to grab it? I found the cheapest on ebay to be $235 US shipped, anyone do better than that?

Have you seen or handled a 21 or 22? They're kinda complex and not the sort of Valk I think you'd transform alot if that's an issue. Although the Ozma's armor is supposed to be really loose/fiddley.

If you're set on the YF-21 then I'd go with Amiami too. Otherwise maybe email HK Collectibles (http://www.hkcollectibles.com/search.php?search_query=yf-21&submit_search=Go) ( $165 + shipping ) to see if they will be getting more in stock, if you can wait. I used them once before for a few items and they took 50% off the price of one cos the box was mildly creased' but it was only one available. They also have the VF-22S Gamlin for $150 if you're not fussed about the lack of FAST packs and stand or the different colors/cockpit/head - rather tempting actually, it is a great mold.

[Fungal Infection]

I don't really handle my valks that often so that isn't an issue. The only reason I'm going for the YF-21 over the Ozma is because I already have the VF-25F with armour already so in essense, I already have the mold whereas I don't have a 21 in my collection (I sold my 1/72 version off recently). I'm tempted by the Gamlin but I want to complete my Mac Plus triumvirate first before branching out to a series I'm not entirely keen on (Mac 7).

[Lord_Zed]

Have you seen or handled a 21 or 22? They're kinda complex and not the sort of Valk I think you'd transform alot if that's an issue. Although the Ozma's armor is supposed to be really loose/fiddley.


They say that about the SV 51 too, but that doesn't stop the determined, hehe! :D Although Fungal said a toy that makes a statment, and the 21/22 from what I've seen definately makes a statment. And that stament is I look incredibly awesome, look at me! :)

I thought you had the Ozama already Fungal, but then I realised you have the exclusive Alto armour, lucky devil. At least you know what your in for then. One day I have to see one of those toys at a TF meet.

[TheFallen]

I have recently been looking into Robotech/Macross and noticed the Revoltech Kanzen Henkei. I started a thread in the Toys section and have now become more interested in the other Macross figures aswell.

The whole toyline is very confusing and thanks to Tober I now have more of an understanding about what I want.

But I have a few questions that I would like answered here, some will be repeated from my other thread, so here we go

I have decided that the 1/100 scale is the best and most cost effective line to collect, so which is better? The Toynami 1/100 or Bandai VF100? Are the compatible with each other? Not interchangeable, I just want to know if they look good together

Which 1/100 manufacturer will continue to release more Valkyrie versions? Bandai or Toynami?

Is there any enemy vehicles released in toy form?

Are the Revoltech Valkyries any good? Is the Revoltech Regult any good?

Is there any chance of Super/Strike packs being released for the Revoltech Kanzen Henkei?

Is there any plans to continue the Revoltech Kanzen Henkei line to include other Valkyries?

Does anyone have a list of all the current 1/100 releases? Only transformable toys, not model kits

Thanks

[Tober]

New pics of the upcoming Bandai 'Hi-Metal' 1/100 VF-19 Kai. Not sure what the deal is with the sound booster - separate release maybe..?

More prototype shots of the upcoming Bandai 'Hi-Metal' 1/100 VF-1S. Still not sure how much parts-forming is involved.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/6itgz9.jpg http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/9zw0og.jpg

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/357h99y.jpg






I have recently been looking into Robotech/Macross and noticed the Revoltech Kanzen Henkei. I started a thread in the Toys section and have now become more interested in the other Macross figures aswell.

The whole toyline is very confusing and thanks to Tober I now have more of an understanding about what I want.

But I have a few questions that I would like answered here, some will be repeated from my other thread, so here we go

I have decided that the 1/100 scale is the best and most cost effective line to collect, so which is better? The Toynami 1/100 or Bandai VF100? Are the compatible with each other? Not interchangeable, I just want to know if they look good together

Bandai has only released the VF-25 series (from Macross Frontier) in 1/100 scale so far. The were pretty much panned by most reviewers. The '100s' line is thought to have been canceled as a result and thus the new 'Hi-Metal' line which features some die-cast content. This speculation only tho.


Which 1/100 manufacturer will continue to release more Valkyrie versions? Bandai or Toynami?

I would be putting money on Bandai. Toynami don't have licenses beyond the original Macross series and movie. I think WAVE have some of the destroids planned as model kits in 1/100 scale but we have only seen prototypes so far.


Is there any enemy vehicles released in toy form?

In 1/100 scale? I don't think so... Toynami have announced a PVC version of the Regult/Battle Pod (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TOY10387&mode=retail) next month in 1/100 scale.

There is the Revoltech Regult, the Yamato 1/60 Blue Queadlunn-Rau, and various other non-scalar vintage toys from the 80s... can't think of any others off the top of my head currently...


Are the Revoltech Valkyries any good? Is the Revoltech Regult any good?

I liked them, simple and fun like they should be. The Regult is highly posable too but the problem with mine is that the Revoltech joints wear out and become floppy in dynamic poses.


Is there any chance of Super/Strike packs being released for the Revoltech Kanzen Henkei?

Unknown. It hasn't been released but I can't see any obvious attachment points for them...


Is there any plans to continue the Revoltech Kanzen Henkei line to include other Valkyries?

No plans have been announced yet.


Does anyone have a list of all the current 1/100 releases? Only transformable toys, not model kits

Thanks

I think there's only the ones already mentioned. 1/100 isn't a common scale for Macross toys. Only other one I can think of is the Yamato VB-6 Koenig Monster (which was a bit of a mess).

But my knowledge of Macross toys pre-2000 isn't good.

[Lord_Zed]

So the 1/100 Fire Valkyrie is actualy part of a new line? It does look better than previous 1/100's but I still wonder. And the sound booster looks pretty cool but I wonder will it be released seperately?





Are the Revoltech Valkyries any good? Is the Revoltech Regult any good?

Is there any chance of Super/Strike packs being released for the Revoltech Kanzen Henkei?

Is there any plans to continue the Revoltech Kanzen Henkei line to include other Valkyries?


Thanks

The non transforming Valkyries and Regult are pretty good as action figures, very dynamic. As Tober said the joints can wear though, but I did see that HLJ is now selling bags of replacment Revoltech joints, so you can replace dodgy limbs.

Not sure about the Future of the Revoltech Macross line, considering the last Macross releases prior to these new Valkyries was well over a year ago. I'm sure we will see something new though, who knows when though.

[TheFallen]

Well I got my first Macross figure today, the toynami 1/100 scale VF-1S. It isn't too bad but it feels very fragile and it falls apart more than Classics Galvatron during transformation.

I haven't given up hope yet. I am going to try a 1/60 and the revoltech series and see how that goes

[Dkaris]

I know its probably just coz im tired, and its nearly four thirty in the morning, but does anyone know any sites with the 1/60 VF-1S unpainted valk? im pretty sure it came out in december, ive checked over drive, angolz, hlj. I cant find it anywhere. As i said, it is kinda late so im probably not looking hard enough =/

[Tober]

I know its probably just coz im tired, and its nearly four thirty in the morning, but does anyone know any sites with the 1/60 VF-1S unpainted valk? im pretty sure it came out in december, ive checked over drive, angolz, hlj. I cant find it anywhere. As i said, it is kinda late so im probably not looking hard enough =/


HLJ (http://www.hlj.com/product/YMT00181) amiami (http://www.amiami.com/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1003&template=default/product/e_display.html) HobbySearch (http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10102594) HKCollectibles (http://www.hkcollectibles.com/product.php?id_product=6842) Toy Wave (http://www.toy-wave.com/eng/detail.php?id=12356&keyword=vf-1s)

Overdrive - I remember seeing it there but their site is down currently...

There is a unassembled version of this being released in Febuary - be careful you don't order the wrong version :o

[Dkaris]

HLJ (http://www.hlj.com/product/YMT00181) amiami (http://www.amiami.com/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1003&template=default/product/e_display.html) HobbySearch (http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/10102594) HKCollectibles (http://www.hkcollectibles.com/product.php?id_product=6842) Toy Wave (http://www.toy-wave.com/eng/detail.php?id=12356&keyword=vf-1s)

Overdrive - I remember seeing it there but their site is down currently...

There is a unassembled version of this being released in Febuary - be careful you don't order the wrong version :o

thanks dude! unassembled!! as in completely unassembled? =O

[Tober]

thanks dude! unassembled!! as in completely unassembled? =O

Yes, still on the sprues by the looks of the preview images.

It's a Yamato/HLJ exclusive so HLJ is the easiest place to buy it from LINK (http://www.hlj.com/product/YMT00185)

I got the unpainted version yesterday, I think it's beautiful. The preview pics are a bit misleading tho. They show the clear parts like the visor and signal lights as colored whereas they are uncolored clear plastic.

[Dkaris]

ill stick to the assembled version. i rage quit enough with armored core models.

[gamblor916]

I've got my 1/48 VF-19 and mocked up a camo scheme. I hope I can pull this off.

http://img197.imageshack.us/img197/4683/vf19splinter.jpg

[Tober]

I've got my 1/48 VF-19 and mocked up a camo scheme. I hope I can pull this off.


Well, the underside looks easy enough... :p

[Fungal Infection]

Question for those of you with 1/60 Yamato V2s - how are the shoulders holding up? I'm slowly starting to upgrade my collection to version 2s having just gotten hold of the VF-1S Focker and Hikaru (the flashlight versions) but I'm hesitant to upgrade any further as I've heard the issues with the pins in the shoulders. Apparently the VF-1S Focker and Hikaru with the flashlight accessory have this problem corrected but since I'm looking to upgrade the entire series, the shoulder problem and other QC issues in the other VF-1s is concerning. And then there's the issues with the VF-1J included in the GBP-1S set.......

[kurdt_the_goat]

Mine's a Hikaru 1A from the first batch and the right shoulder has a tiny crack despite only being transformed a few times (extremely carefully at that). I'm sure it's a matter of time before they go altogether. Such a shame (and annoyance) for such an expensive toy; it's clearly not an isolated incident or people mishandling them, just a bad design. It's put me off further Yamato plans for the time being :(

[Tober]

Question for those of you with 1/60 Yamato V2s - how are the shoulders holding up? I'm slowly starting to upgrade my collection to version 2s having just gotten hold of the VF-1S Focker and Hikaru (the flashlight versions) but I'm hesitant to upgrade any further as I've heard the issues with the pins in the shoulders. Apparently the VF-1S Focker and Hikaru with the flashlight accessory have this problem corrected but since I'm looking to upgrade the entire series, the shoulder problem and other QC issues in the other VF-1s is concerning. And then there's the issues with the VF-1J included in the GBP-1S set.......

The problem is that the factory Yamato is using for assembling the Valks was using knurled pins in the shoulder hinges instead of smooth ones. This is resulting in additional stress that results in the hinge splitting. It was first reported with the first releases but the new instructions were ignored. Apparently Yamato were shocked by the news that the problem was persisting and new measures have been taken. This was after Graham from MacrossWorld received a broken VF-1J with his GBP Armor set straight out of the box - he took the news straight to Yamato's developers during a meeting. The VF-1Js in the armor set are excess stock from the first runs - only the heads have been modified with the gray visor. The problem has been detected with each release up to the now - that I'm aware of anyway. Not all Valks have the knurled pins - some do, some don't. I haven't had any breakages but I haven't actually checked the pins yet.


Mine's a Hikaru 1A from the first batch and the right shoulder has a tiny crack despite only being transformed a few times (extremely carefully at that). I'm sure it's a matter of time before they go altogether. Such a shame (and annoyance) for such an expensive toy; it's clearly not an isolated incident or people mishandling them, just a bad design. It's put me off further Yamato plans for the time being :(

Apparently replacement shoulders will be made available (again). :(

[Fungal Infection]

Yeah, I'd read about the knurled pins issue off Macrossworld, was just curious to see if anyone locally had the issue. Looks like I might have to hold off upgrading beyond the 2 strikes I've got. By the way Tober, which V2s have you got, and do any of them have the knurled pins issue? I'm really, really eager to get the VF-1J GBP-1S pack but not if it has the shoulder issue. Not to mention the colour mis-match issue..... *sigh*

[Tober]

Yeah, I'd read about the knurled pins issue off Macrossworld, was just curious to see if anyone locally had the issue. Looks like I might have to hold off upgrading beyond the 2 strikes I've got. By the way Tober, which V2s have you got, and do any of them have the knurled pins issue? I'm really, really eager to get the VF-1J GBP-1S pack but not if it has the shoulder issue. Not to mention the colour mis-match issue..... *sigh*

I have a Hikaru VF-1S, VF-1D, VF-1J, VT-1, VE-1, Unpainted VF-1S.

I haven't seen any breakage so far but I will have to remove the pins to know if they are in there.

You'd have to wait for a second release of the VF-1J GBP set to avoid those problems. :(

Otherwise we are hoping Yamato makes the spare sholders easily available.

[Lord_Zed]

My VF1 S has the crack of doom, quite possibly It always had it I'm uncertain. That said it's survived several transformations since the crack was discovered without any change in condition. I suppose one day it might deteriorate further, then again maybe not.

I also have a VF1D and a VF1J, they have no visible issues.

Overall very pleased with those I have though, even the VF1S, seems less troubling than the loose shoulderd VF0.

[MV75]

So I early birded this today:

http://www.hlj.com/product/HSGMC02

Anyone else? :)

[Fungal Infection]

Can't be bothered painting and assembling it, so no.

[Tober]

If I had the skills I'd detail up an upcoming Yamato unpainted kit like the Hasegawa 1/72 Minmay kit:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/TOY-SCL-4142_03.jpg :rolleyes:

The Hasegawa 1/48 is not really my thing tho, despite how nice it looks. The Yamato 1/48 is possibly my all-time favorite toy but I don't need a detailed non-transformable version. It would be a huge amount of work to detail up the internal sections too.

[gamblor916]

I'll get that 1/48th sooner or later, though I'm not too keen on the vermillion paint. I hope someone makes decals for the original Minmay Guard scheme, that would be nice.

[STL]

Not Yamato related, more Bandai but could anyone tell me if this is a model kit or is it a fully assembled action figure? I was just about to order it when I saw the description *The images shown are of an assembled and painted sample presented by the manufacturer. Its marketed version may differ in some details."

http://www.amiami.com/shop/shop?vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-0966&template=e_review.html&set=english

[Tober]

Not Yamato related, more Bandai but could anyone tell me if this is a model kit or is it a fully assembled action figure? I was just about to order it when I saw the description *The images shown are of an assembled and painted sample presented by the manufacturer. Its marketed version may differ in some details."

http://www.amiami.com/shop/shop?vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-0966&template=e_review.html&set=english

Fully assembled toy - part of the same Armour Plus line that the Alto Frontier EX-Gear was. Mine should arrive today or Monday. :D

Discussed here. (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=4356)

[gamblor916]

Reissue of the Deculture sets. (http://www.hlj.com/macdecal2010.html)

[STL]

Fully assembled toy - part of the same Armour Plus line that the Alto Frontier EX-Gear was. Mine should arrive today or Monday. :D

Discussed here. (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=4356)

D'oh. Outta stock at amiami though the link you've provided looks pretty juicy and on eBay for a decent price.


Reissue of the Deculture sets. (http://www.hlj.com/macdecal2010.html)

Gah. I know this is a larger Macross thing but definitely not for me.

[Tober]

Bandai "Robot Damashii" VF-25S with Super Armor and Koenig Monster

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/1002052147eb6a6b0cf504557a.jpg

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/1002052147d519aff30250c8aa.jpg

[gamblor916]

This 1/48th VF-1J looks awesome. (http://www.hasegawa-model.co.jp/MC02/MC02-3/MC02-3.htm)
I still want a VF-1S though.

[Tober]

Appears that the Bandai "Robot Damashii" Koenig Monster is transformable.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/3753628955_39681ea8e5_o.jpg

[Lord_Zed]

Appears that the Bandai "Robot Damashii" Koenig Monster is transformable.



That would be impressive, given it looks pretty sweet in that pic. I guess it has been several years since Yamato's version though.

The only thing that would downside seems to be that it will be totaly out of scale with all mu other Valk's. The Yamato one at least displays reasonably with trading figures and Revoltechs all things considred.

[Tober]

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/M7-Fire-Yamato.jpg

Looks like the VF-19 Kai is coming from Yamato after all.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Interesting choice given the recent Hi-Metal VF-19 Kai! BTW, has anyone seen any western reviews/discussion that release? I've seen Asian pic reviews around the place, but i'm not sure how much they liked it/how it fared against Yamato VF-19.

[Tober]

CollectionDX video review of the Bandai Hi-Metal VF-19.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ac407bFZbOg

The VF-19 does have landing gear, but you only see it briefly
The gunpod is stored underneath the VF-19, not in the leg (That's the VF-17)
The closed fists are apparently coming with the sound booster set

[jaydisc]

I'd love a Monster. Any idea the scale?

[Tober]

I'd love a Monster. Any idea the scale?

The transformable one in the pictures on the previous page? The Robot Damashii line is non-scalar. That Armored VF-25S should be 12cm tall and the VB-6 Koenig Monster gerwalk looks to be about the same height to the top of its head.

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The white and grey Valk in the pic below is the Damashii VF-25F - should be the same height as the Armored VF-25S

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/unusualSuspects.jpg

[jaydisc]

Wow. That's quite small. I'm referring to the one in this photo:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/1002052147d519aff30250c8aa.jpg

Is that the same one as the VB-2 transforming one shown here?

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/3753628955_39681ea8e5_o.jpg

I wish it was a bit bigger.

[Tober]

Yep, that's the same one.

Yamato made a transforming 1/100 VB-6 Koenig Monster about 5 years ago, but it's a floppy mess.

[kurdt_the_goat]

The plot thickens - Ngee Khiong mentions that it's a DX Chogokin and not Robot Damashii in this post (http://ngeekhiong.blogspot.com/2010/02/painted-robot-damashii-cherudim-saga.html)

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4065/4350072749_8dd5c5da86.jpg

[Tober]

It's unclear exactly what it is. There are conflicting reports all over MacrossWorld.



The K-Monster display label show both "Robot Damashii" and "DX Chogokin" instead of "<Side VF>". Hopefully it means we will see it as a general release in the DX line instead of a limited release.



2010
R-0?? <SIDE VF> VB-6 König Monster - Macross Frontier – Tokyo Toy Show 2009 & listed as “DX” at Tamashii Feature Vol. 1 2010.
R-0?? <SIDE VF> VF-25S Armored Messiah (Ozma Lee Custom) - Macross Frontier – Tamashii Feature Vol 1. 2010.

However that tech sheet for the VB-2 says 'R Number XXX [SIDE-VF] ' and lists it with the other Macross RD releases...

It also looks way too small for a DX release (to me anyway).

:confused:

[kurdt_the_goat]

That scan posted above is pretty old btw, from a RD booklet that came with Dengeki Hobby Sep 09.

[Dkaris]

just saw on HLJ that the VF-0S and VF-0A are being restocked in April

[Tober]

The 1/60 Yamato YF-21 is also getting a re-release sans stand (aparently).

Bandai have released shots of a 1/100 prototype YF-21, details of the 1/100 VF-1, color shots of the VF-19 Kai Sound Booster and news that the green production version of the VF-27 will be an exclusive. There is also a picture of a DX stand in CAD.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/1266895057031.jpg

[Hereticpoo]

That green VF-27 sure is purdy.

[Lord_Zed]

What is it with Bandai and these damn exclusives (Green VF-27 and Sound Booster)?

As for the HI-Metal series wish they'd do some more Valkyries that haven't been released in umpteen versions. The Kai was a good start, but it would have been nice if they followed up with remakes of the rest of their old Macross 7 line.

Still it will be interesting to see if the YF-21 brings anything new to the table (always a fan of the 21's and 22's), but if the VF 1 is the same price as the Kai it would have to be bloody amazing to compete with the Yamato 1/60.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Anyone got one of the DX VF-27's yet? Keen to hear opinions!

[Lord_Zed]

Anyone got one of the DX VF-27's yet? Keen to hear opinions!

Not yet........

[Tober]

My VF-27 arrived this morning. I'm much happier with it than the VF-25. The hip articulation is a bit limited but otherwise everything else is right. No short neck, no strangely proportioned arms or high hips (line art accurate anyway). It is a more complex transformation with lots of sharp edges tho. The 101 markings on the tail fins are a bit wonky tho. The stand that appears on the previos page is an exclusive too.. :mad: No stand is included with the VF-27.

One of the admins on MacrossWorld ripped off a chunk of nose paint during transformation, so be careful there.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/scrape-1.jpg

As for the Hi-Metals 1/100, given the relative scale differences between the VF-19 and VF-1 I'm sure it will be relatively cheaper by proportion. I'm wondering if the heat-shield will be a swap-out or if they will go with Yamato's solution.

I'm happy enough with the Kai to invest in the YF-21 as well. Because of the VF-19 I'm sure there will be a YF-19 with similar transformation features - different dimensions tho.

[gamblor916]

How big would this Tomahawk (http://www.hlj.com/product/wavmc-71) be? At 1/72 it's the same scale as the Hasegawa VF-1 battroids.

[jaydisc]

Wow. I hadn't seen or heard of those yet. I have a couple 1/60 Yamato Destroids. Anyone have an opinion of how Wave products compare?

[Lord_Zed]

Wow. I hadn't seen or heard of those yet. I have a couple 1/60 Yamato Destroids. Anyone have an opinion of how Wave products compare?

I would guess as a model kit the Wave destroid would have an advantage in detail and price, while the Yamato would have the edge in durability and articulation.

This is only a guess though based on general modelkits vs toys.

I have the Wave SDF1 Macross, which isnot a model kit, but it is extremely detailed, but also fragile and small.



As for the Hi-Metals 1/100, given the relative scale differences between the VF-19 and VF-1 I'm sure it will be relatively cheaper by proportion. I'm wondering if the heat-shield will be a swap-out or if they will go with Yamato's solution.

I'm happy enough with the Kai to invest in the YF-21 as well. Because of the VF-19 I'm sure there will be a YF-19 with similar transformation features - different dimensions tho.

I would have thought the most obvious advantage of the Hi_metal having swap parts would be to allow the VF 1 to have removable side covers in battroid mode. The one in the pic doesn't do much for me so far, but we'll see how it develops. The 21 could be interesting, I wonder if the shoulders will be swap parts? I was very impressed with the way the Yamato dealt with the shoulders, hope the Bandai follows suite.

[jaydisc]

Ah, it's a model? How can I tell?

UPDATE: I see


This item is an injection-plastic kit of a science-fiction/anime item.

Well, that's poo poo. I don't want a mode. Is it pre-painted?

[Tober]

According to AmiAmi (http://www.amiami.com/shop/shop?vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1114&template=e_review.html&set=english):


Spec Plastic Model Kit

Size: 170mm (1/72 Scale)

Details: Renowned for the high level of quality in their 1/100 scale Macross kits, Wave has is kicking off a new series of 1/72 scale Destroid kits as well, with the Tomahawk as their first entry! Featuring snap-fit modeling and polycap construction for a wide range of movement and poseability this kit will be a great addition to your Macross collection! With opening cockpit and missile pods, among other features, start branching out on your Macross universe today!

Doesn't mention if it is pre-painted or not, and I don't know enough about their kits to guess.

[Lord_Zed]

According to AmiAmi (http://www.amiami.com/shop/shop?vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1114&template=e_review.html&set=english):



Doesn't mention if it is pre-painted or not, and I don't know enough about their kits to guess.

I'd be surprised if it was pre-painted to the level in that picture, pleasantly surprised, but surprised none the less. I imagine it's molded in the basic colours but the rest is up to you.

[gamblor916]

According to AmiAmi (http://www.amiami.com/shop/shop?vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1114&template=e_review.html&set=english):

Doesn't mention if it is pre-painted or not, and I don't know enough about their kits to guess.

That's pretty expensive for something smaller than a VF-1 battroid. Wave 6800yen to Hasegawa 3800yen for their most expensive version. I expect it to be an unpainted kit going by their other offerings.

[jaydisc]

Are you keen gamblor? Is the scale important? I have a 1/60 Defender and Tomahawk and happy to take pics next to something if you're possibly interested in those.

[gamblor916]

It's gotta be 1/72 to fit with stuff in my collection and be an unassembled kit. Having it pre-painted means stripping it and repainting it to a standard I would be happy with.

[jaydisc]

Gotchya, so this is what you're looking for.

[Tober]

Yamato are re-issuing some of the 1/48 and 1/60 Valks with new packing:

1/48 VF-1S Focker & Hikaru:
http://www.yamato-toys.com/items/detail.php?gid=1601
http://www.yamato-toys.com/items/detail.php?gid=1602

YF-21 & 19:
http://www.yamato-toys.com/items/detail.php?gid=1599
http://www.yamato-toys.com/items/detail.php?gid=1600

The YF-21 won't have the stand included this time. I don't know if improvements have been made to the YF-19.

--------------------

Soft Bank Publishing is issuing another Variable Fighter Master File book, this time for the VF-19 Excalibur... interesting choice :confused:

[Lord_Zed]

Have they actualy made any improvments to the 1/48's or 19? Or are these straight repackaging of old toys.

[Tober]

Have they actualy made any improvments to the 1/48's or 19? Or are these straight repackaging of old toys.

I haven't read anything confirming that. I would expect that the YF-19 has been improved, but yeah, nothing confirmed...

I don't think that there were any actual problems with the 1/48 line that weren't addressed by the second releases.

[Lord_Zed]

My VF-27 arrived this morning. I'm much happier with it than the VF-25. The hip articulation is a bit limited but otherwise everything else is right. No short neck, no strangely proportioned arms or high hips (line art accurate anyway). It is a more complex transformation with lots of sharp edges tho. The 101 markings on the tail fins are a bit wonky tho. The stand that appears on the previos page is an exclusive too.. :mad: No stand is included with the VF-27.



Got my VF-27 last week thanks to Tober, and my imprssion of it pretty much mirrors what he's already said. Yes it's a definitive improvement over the 25. Obviously the a year of development has helped them with the 27, and I'm glad because I prefer the design to the 25 even without the improvements. Bandai must have had a look at the competition and listened to feed back, as this one has improved detail all round, locks together better, is sleeker and more articulation than the 25. As Tober says it does have the wonky tail markings though.

http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd31/zedkaiser/Minatures%20and%20toys/P1010428.jpg

Bandai's toys are definitely improving I sure hope they make a 171 Nightmare now.

[kLvru]

Hi, I'm a fan of macross and recently I found out this forum is talking about it, I might not be asking at the right topic but does anyone know where can I get 1/60 Valks in brisbane? or i have to buy online through ami ami, hlj and so on? Have anyone heard of bigbadtoystore.com?

[Lord_Zed]

This is a good place to post Macross questions.

I don't know if they sell 1/60 Valks in Brisbane, if they did though the mark up would probably be considerable. It's better to order as close to the source as possible.

Similar to above for Bigbad toystore the Valks get shipped to America then to you, so your paying a mark up again. Also their shipping is usually more than from Japan.

Amiami and HLJ are much better options.

Overdrive and Angloz are decent to I hear, though I have little experience with them.

[Tober]

Pics of the upcoming Bandai 1/100 Hi-Metal VF-19S Blazer Valkyrie

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/4455859011_f19f734edc_o.jpg

Interesting that there are missile pods in the Blazer but not Kai.

[Lord_Zed]

Hmmm the Blazer looks nice, although the torso doesn't seem to be properly aligned in the pic of the fighter mode.

I wonder if they are going to do the regular Emerald Force version? or just the S with it's laser covered head.

Anyway when is it due out I thought the VF-1 was next?

[SharkyMcShark]

Wow that looks nice. I have a few VF-1s lying around (some of the 1:100s they released in sets of 3 a few years back), but I never really got into them. They need partsforming in the hands generally and that puts me off almost 100%.

[Tober]

The Bandai 1/100 lines need parts-forming as well. Difficult to get around it at that scale. :(

[Tober]

New pics of Bandai's DX Chogokin VB-6 Koenig Monster:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/20100324020112495.jpg

[SharkyMcShark]

The Bandai 1/100 lines need parts-forming as well. Difficult to get around it at that scale. :(

Yeah I know :(

That's why they're lying around in various states of disrepair.

[Lord_Zed]

New pics of Bandai's DX Chogokin VB-6 Koenig Monster:


So the Koenig has been confirmed as a Chogokin now, do we know what scale it is? I wonder how it will compare to Yamato's old one.

I still wish they would release the Nightmare though.

[bloomb21]

Stumbled accross this looking at Macross one early morning
www.robotech.com
Theres on online store with some reasonable pricing.

Cheers :)

[Raptormesh]

I usually buy from HLJ and Angolz but my previous purchase of a VF-22S Gamrin from HKcollectibles was very satisfactory. Great discounts and it took only one week to arrive via SAL.

[Tober]

New pics of Bandai's DX Chogokin VB-6 Koenig Monster:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/20100423091444650.jpg http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/20100423091454101.jpg

Looks like even though it is in the DX Chogokin line, it will not be in 1/60 scale. The pictures compare it with a Robot Damashii VF-25F and a DX VF-25F... now still in development.

--------------------------------------------------

Yamato 1/60 VF-1A Valkyrie (Angel Birds) + Fan Racer (Clear)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v448/GrandCannon/MACROSS-Yamato/Angelbird_ClearFanRacer.jpg

Macross Chronicle 48 mail-order exclusive. The fan racer is possibly a kit.

-------------------------------------------------

Bandai 1/100 Sound Booster and landing gear sets:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/2lapu9y.jpg

[Tober]

Stumbled accross this looking at Macross one early morning
www.robotech.com
Theres on online store with some reasonable pricing.

Cheers :)

I've ordered a few things from them. No problems but others have had delays getting replacement parts etc.


I usually buy from HLJ and Angolz but my previous purchase of a VF-22S Gamrin from HKcollectibles was very satisfactory. Great discounts and it took only one week to arrive via SAL.

HK Collectibles' site isn't the best but their customer service is. Very pleasant to deal with. :)

Angolz just screwed up another order of mine, this is about the fourth time now. :(

In 10 years and 100s of orders HLJ.com have never screwed up any of my orders. :D

[Tober]

Bandai SD Infinite VF-25F

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/sdvf25.jpg

This was originally an easy pass, but after seeing their Nirvash (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1142&template=default/product/e_display.html) I might not be able to say 'no'.

[Saintly]

Amiami website is no longer accepting English as an optional parameter.

However it appears that they have the VB6 Koenig Monster on pre-order. Release date is around Sept 2010. There's two types (noticeable paintjob difference) for anyone that cares.

SP version -> http://www.amiami.jp/shop/ProductInfo/product_id/164394
Normal version -> http://www.amiami.jp/shop/ProductInfo/product_id/164393

These certainly look mighty delicious!

Anyone putting a pre-order for NSW?

[Tober]

Amiami website is no longer accepting English as an optional parameter.

However it appears that they have the VB6 Koenig Monster on pre-order. Release date is around Sept 2010. There's two types (noticeable paintjob difference) for anyone that cares.

SP version -> http://www.amiami.jp/shop/ProductInfo/product_id/164394
Normal version -> http://www.amiami.jp/shop/ProductInfo/product_id/164393

These certainly look mighty delicious!

Anyone putting a pre-order for NSW?

I'm not sure what the story is with amiami but they are still updating their English listings (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english). Their shopping cart has been bust since Saturday night tho. Could be because of the April 50% off shipping ending. They are promoting their new SAL shipping to the USA so I'm sure it's temporary.

DX Chogokin Macross Frontier VB-6 Koenig Monster (Regular Version) (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1183&template=default/product/e_display.html)
DX Chogokin Macross Frontier VB-6 Koenig Monster (SP Ver.) (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1184&template=default/product/e_display.html)

I might do a pre-order for NSW but I haven't seen any pics of the additional stand, book, stickers etc that apparently come with the Special Edition, so I'm not sure which version I want yet. I can only order 3 of each max tho as they limit orders per household.

[jaydisc]

I'm so getting one of those. Do let us know if/when you find more info about the difference.

[Saintly]

Huh? funny... I was using http://www.amiami.com/shop/?set=english as the english listing link.

Anyhow, there's VB-6 info in one of their blog entries -> http://www.blog.amiami.com/amiblo/2010/04/ultra-act.html

I can't be sure how accurate Google's translation (http://translate.google.com/translate?js=y&prev=_t&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&layout=1&eotf=1&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blog.amiami.com%2Famiblo%2F2010 %2F04%2Fultra-act.html&sl=ja&tl=en) is but perhaps SP ver is superalloy?!?! (only speculation) Someone else??

[Tober]

These are the current promotional inages for the two releases:

Standard:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/km1.jpg

Special:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/vb6sp.jpg


From MacrossWorld:





wait...

the regular version comes without the stickers applied * (early TV version). HOWEVER, it includes stickers for both Ranka Nose Art (late TV version) AND Sheryl Nose Art (Movie version). So you can chose which one to apply or not at all.

SP version is limited to First Issue only (and comes with the following "gifts")
- comes with Sheryl Nose Art applied
- "Island 1" canopy style display base (seems like the Monster landed and fired a shot on the canopy of Island 1 in the movie... )
- Sheryl images (decals?) for decoration
- special goods set "Mission Code: Galaxy Fairy", movie version... Sheryl's Black Credit Card (with Serial Numbering) and SMS Operations Instruction manual
- Sheryl image packaging with clear sleeves...





Yes, because the SP (Sheryl Produce) Version comes with Sheryl Nose Art (Movie Ver) Tampo Printed. We get the same Sheryl Nose Art AND Ranka N.A. with the regular version but those are stickers so who knows maybe it'd be worn out in a few years after being applied.

The SP ver is first-issue only.

Also, the scale is stated as Non-Scale, but is suitable size with Robot Damashii (SIDE VF)...

I agree with most folks here, I'd rather get the regular version :wacko:


That's as much as I know. I don't think there are any images yet of the book or stand/base for the SP Version.

[STL]

Whoa that's just plain amazing

[Lord_Zed]

Certainly more flashy than the Yamato version, though that's no garuntee it wont have the same issues. I'm tentatively interested if your going to do a group order Tober.

[Tober]

Certainly more flashy than the Yamato version, though that's no garuntee it wont have the same issues. I'm tentatively interested if your going to do a group order Tober.


Yeah... The fact that they are using that support stand for official promotional images does not bode well with me...

I will be ordering one, but I'm not sure which version. Probably just the 'Standard' as all the Frontier figs I have currently are from the series continuity.


Whoa that's just plain amazing

Yep, most Macross planes are amazing ;)

[jaydisc]

What does "first issue only" mean?

[Tober]

What does "first issue only" mean?

The first production run. So basically it's a limited run, whereas the normal version will be produced for as long as there is a strong enough demand for it.

[Saintly]

not sure how one could justify ~$50 for SP ver.

Think I'd go with the norm as well.

RE: support stand, these comes with Mac Quarter as well, it isn't required but it's there if you want stability i guess.

If you are thinking a group order, consider me as your third. I'm happy to put an order through as well if you want me to initiate

Think amiami has the best price so far? any other "e-store" listing?

[Tober]

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/dde31dd0.jpg

:(

[gamblor916]

Cool sig Tober. Your own 3D work?

[Tober]

Yamato 1/60 VF-19 Kai preview:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/4602959477_390353a9b2.jpg


Cool sig Tober. Your own 3D work?

It is, thanks :)

[Dkaris]

HLJ have a bit of a sale on, the revoltech valks as well as the max/milia sturmvogels and the vf-11c http://www.hlj.com/scripts/specialsale/?Count=48&GenreCode=Sci&fb=0&DisplayMode=images&randstr=7cg85mlf

[Tober]

Yamato 1/60 Regult with mini-fig and 1/60 officer uniform.

It is said the Regult is a 'High Density Resin' kit similar to the 1/2000 SDF-1. Cost is about $400usd.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/11c5k54.jpg

[Lord_Zed]

Yamato 1/60 Regult with mini-fig and 1/60 officer uniform.

It is said the Regult is a 'High Density Resin' kit similar to the 1/2000 SDF-1. Cost is about $400usd.


$400? :eek:

The Qrau cost too much already, I don't think I want to pay that much for a Regult, even if it is in scale.

[gamblor916]

Cute VF-1 eggplanes.

http://img80.imageshack.us/img80/5809/0179s.jpg

[Tober]

Yamato 1/60 VF-X

Exclusive tie-in with the Macross Chronicle magazine.

If you're interested in ordering one PM me. Cost will be around $200AUD excluding shipping to Australia.

Personally I'm rather unimpressed, it shouldn't have arms, or they should be removable to turn it into the prototype VF-1A. The under-plate should rise between the intakes, not sit below.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/13_l.jpg

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/17_l.jpg

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/19_l.jpg

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/21.jpg

[Tober]

I don't usually post figures but this one is brilliant.

Megahouse Macross Frontier 1/72 Armored Klan Klan figure

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/FIG-MOE-1917.jpg

[Saintly]

That's a good one.. however I find a certain part too distractive and unnecessary

[Tober]

Wonderfest pics:

Yamato 1/60 VF-19 Kai Fire Valkyrie prototype:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/vf-19.jpg



Yamato 1/60 Regult kit (Max's Valkyrie costume to the side):

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/regult.jpg



Yamato DYRL 1/3000 Macross:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/sdf1.jpg



Bandai 1/100 Hi-metal VF-1S with Strike parts:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/vf-1sSP.jpg

[Tober]

Yamato 1/60 VF-19 Kai Fire Valkyrie prototype in fighter mode:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/VF-192-1.jpg

Kudos to Yamato, it looks fantastic. :D

[kurdt_the_goat]

I'm glad they're going with the fire valkyrie first, cause i'm not a fan of the red. So, i'll be able to wait and see if there are any construction problems before getting a preferable colour scheme ;) Looks good so far though!

[Tober]

With three weeks to go until the Bandai's Robot Spirits DX VB-6 Konig Monster is released we finally see pictures of it posed without a stand. :cool:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/km.jpg

[SamLoi888]

1/100 Scale Super Weapon Set of 4 (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?mode=retail&product=TOY10197) at $12.47.

[jaydisc]

So who's got a Monster? What're the reviews like?

[Saintly]

So who's got a Monster? What're the reviews like?

I've got a normal version. Tober has the SP version.

Will provide short review tonight if my son don't make me go bed at 8.30pm :)


ps. Thank you Tober! :)

[Tober]

So who's got a Monster? What're the reviews like?

I was disappointed that the legs don't move forward/backward at the hip. So no walking or crouching poses.

It is slightly smaller than the Yamato 1/100. Maybe 1/112 or so...

Otherwise it's a very solid, if somewhat expensive, toy. The stress bearing joints are detented and the inner frame is diecast. It feels fragile at first but it's quite sturdy - surprisingly quite a fun toy.

Reviews so far have been positive. No breakages or loose parts. No paint to chip if there is no paint... Tampo prints are faring well too.


I've got a normal version. Tober has the SP version.

Will provide short review tonight if my son don't make me go bed at 8.30pm :)


ps. Thank you Tober! :)

No probs.

Curious to hear what you think of it. :)

[jaydisc]

Sweet. Sounds very positive so far.

[Dkaris]

Has anyone built the 1/60 unpainted vf-1s? im thinking of picking it up but im not really up for a real complex build

[Tober]

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/ap_20101109102437999.jpg


Has anyone built the 1/60 unpainted vf-1s? im thinking of picking it up but im not really up for a real complex build

I haven't started yet as I want to experiment with vinyl dyes to see if they give a good result first.

[SharkyMcShark]

Does anyone have any experience with the 1/60 Yamato YF-19?

I'm wanting to get into Macross during the coming holidays and was wondering if it was worth a buy - it looks really really nice but my questions are:

1. How sturdy is it? Are we talking MP Megatron (just touch it as little as possible), MP Starscream (handle with a lot of care, but still playable)?

2. How much partsforming is involved? (massive deal breaker for me)

[kurdt_the_goat]

I find the older one is a bit floppy around the chest piece/cockpit. The only parts swapping is the engine intake covers i think.

Best off waiting for the newer one just posted by Tober to release, even though the design is slightly different.

[Tober]

Does anyone have any experience with the 1/60 Yamato YF-19?

I'm wanting to get into Macross during the coming holidays and was wondering if it was worth a buy - it looks really really nice but my questions are:

1. How sturdy is it? Are we talking MP Megatron (just touch it as little as possible), MP Starscream (handle with a lot of care, but still playable)?

2. How much partsforming is involved? (massive deal breaker for me)

1. The initial release was a floppy mess with minor QC problems like the gunpod not lining up quite right in fighter mode, so look for a current release. There is no lock for the battroid mode upper torso - so if you begin to tip it upside down it splits open. It's a sturdy enough toy as long as you are not rough with it.

2. None, really.

Collection DX did a 20 min review here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxEsuzvNcg0). He pops a hand part about half way through too. :rolleyes:

[gekisou]

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/ap_20101109102437999.jpg



I haven't started yet as I want to experiment with vinyl dyes to see if they give a good result first.

Man, I want that... especially if it has speakers in its shoulders and the Sound Booster add-on.

[Dkaris]

Ordered the VF-25 DX chogokin the other day, the page says its the VF-25S (which is ozmas valk) but then it says Alto version in brackets and has photos of alto's vf-25F So i guess I dont know what i'll get until it arrives. lol

[SharkyMcShark]

I find the older one is a bit floppy around the chest piece/cockpit. The only parts swapping is the engine intake covers i think.

Best off waiting for the newer one just posted by Tober to release, even though the design is slightly different.


1. The initial release was a floppy mess with minor QC problems like the gunpod not lining up quite right in fighter mode, so look for a current release. There is no lock for the battroid mode upper torso - so if you begin to tip it upside down it splits open. It's a sturdy enough toy as long as you are not rough with it.

2. None, really.

Collection DX did a 20 min review here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BxEsuzvNcg0). He pops a hand part about half way through too. :rolleyes:

Thanks guys. Chuffed to hear that it's not unreasonably fragile.

So when is the new one out then?

[Tober]

Thanks guys. Chuffed to hear that it's not unreasonably fragile.

So when is the new one out then?

The one posted above is the VF-19 Kai Fire Valkyrie. It's the bright red one from 'Macross 7'. It's due mid-year 2011.

The 'Renewal' version of the YF-19 from 'Macross Plus' can be found here (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=GDS-5276&template=default/product/e_display.html).

[Dkaris]

Just got my 1/60 alto super messiah shipped for $140. a very nice figure although the head is a pain to get into place.

[Tober]

Bandai 1/60 YF-29 DX CAD pics:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/ap_20101222122526628.jpg

[kurdt_the_goat]

Is the colour scheme going to be similar to the VF-25 Alto?

[Tober]

Is the colour scheme going to be similar to the VF-25 Alto?

This is the 1/100 version which I would guess shares the same color scheme with the DX:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/ap_20101222122538136.jpg

[Lord_Zed]

There's a YF-29 now?

Interesting...

I still wish they would do the Nightmare or whatever the Frontier version is called though.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Some pics of the new Yamato Fire Valkyrie!
What's the deal with the black version? More pics here (http://hk.myblog.yahoo.com/iam-cybergundam/article?mid=66917)

http://i51.tinypic.com/2a7dgcg.jpg

http://i56.tinypic.com/2i9idmw.jpg

[valkyrie_76]

Noooooooooooooo no more please :D

[Lord_Zed]

Not a big Fire Valk fan, but that fighter does look sexier than I expected.

[valkyrie_76]

Not a big Fire Valk fan, but that fighter does look sexier than I expected.

Theres too much stuff coming out and not enough money. Between the Yamato Macross, Figma and Takara G1 stuff, my wallet is crying :(

[kurdt_the_goat]

Click to enlarge!

http://i55.tinypic.com/25j9ms3_th.jpg (http://i55.tinypic.com/25j9ms3.jpg)

http://i54.tinypic.com/25pogur_th.jpg (http://i54.tinypic.com/25pogur.jpg)

http://i52.tinypic.com/2namal2_th.jpg (http://i52.tinypic.com/2namal2.jpg)

Comes out in May... i'm in Japan in May.... i'm getting ideas :)

[kurdt_the_goat]

Apologies to anyone who couldn't find this old thread, i requested it get moved to the toys section :)

I've been watching Macross 7 in an effort to hype myself up for that Fire Valkyrie, and it's working! At first i thought 'wtf is this bizarre singing shit!' but now almost 10 episodes in, they start to explain a few things and, while still bizarre, i'm funding it funny, enjoying the music and eager to see how the story unfolds! Anyone else watched it?

[Tober]

Apologies to anyone who couldn't find this old thread, i requested it get moved to the toys section :)

I've been watching Macross 7 in an effort to hype myself up for that Fire Valkyrie, and it's working! At first i thought 'wtf is this bizarre singing shit!' but now almost 10 episodes in, they start to explain a few things and, while still bizarre, i'm funding it funny, enjoying the music and eager to see how the story unfolds! Anyone else watched it?

Yeah, I've seen/endured it. :rolleyes:

Given the far more serious tone of DYRL?, Plus, Zero and Frontier it was very off-beat. However in order to understand the later series (especially the ending of Zero), the last 5 or so episodes are required.

I don't like most J-Pop, so I mostly watched it as I worked at my PC at home. "Planet Dance" really takes it's toll after a while...

[Lord_Zed]

It looks quite nice, I definitely see some improvements on the YF19, however I'm still not convinced I want a Basara tribute toy, might still wait for an inevitable Blazer Valkyrie repaint/retool.


Apologies to anyone who couldn't find this old thread, i requested it get moved to the toys section :)

I've been watching Macross 7 in an effort to hype myself up for that Fire Valkyrie, and it's working! At first i thought 'wtf is this bizarre singing shit!' but now almost 10 episodes in, they start to explain a few things and, while still bizarre, i'm funding it funny, enjoying the music and eager to see how the story unfolds! Anyone else watched it?

Yeah I seen it, several years back. Has some decent eps mixed among a lot of mediocre story padding. And I know Basra just wants to sing and make people hear his song, but honestly I never got a sense of his character, who he really was or where he came from, I prefer Gamlin and Ray who seemed to have better back stories. Overall least favourite Macross series, even Macross II rates higher in my book.

That said I did like watching Max and Myria kick ass in VF 22's and would love to see either the Nightmare or the Protodevlin Valkyries in transforming toy form.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Which series does the blazer variant show up in?

[Tober]

Which series does the blazer variant show up in?

Mac 7.

[Lord_Zed]

Quite late into Macross 7 I might add, I think they only show up in the fourth quarter going from memory. So if you just started watching Macross 7 it's a long slug till you get to them or any VF 22 action.

[kurdt_the_goat]

I'm just past the episode where Miria goes a bit crazy in her VF-1J :)

[kurdt_the_goat]

VF-29 up on Amiami! (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/shop?vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1404&template=e_review.html&set=english)

http://i56.tinypic.com/24qias8.jpg

http://i51.tinypic.com/2s7dhj4.jpg

http://i53.tinypic.com/15fpslu.jpg

Pricey, but looks pretty nice to me!

[SharkyMcShark]

I have no idea what that is but I instantly want it.

[uteiki]

i believe Alto pilots the new VF-29 in the Macross Frontier Movie (2nd part to be released in cinemas in Japan in Feb 11).

Very nice! I prob be getting one too!

[Lord_Zed]

It does look nice, it looks like they may have fixed up the issues with the 25 mould judging by the groin and Gerwalk mode.


One can only hope, They certainly improved when they made the 27, so hopefully this will be the same.

Also I like the colours, they are different.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Put my preorder in the other day for this beast!
Basara complete with guitar flight controller :)

http://i53.tinypic.com/24xzxjk.jpg

[Tober]

Put my preorder in the other day for this beast!
Basara complete with guitar flight controller :)

I have my pre-order with HLJ. They're being more competitive on the VF-19.


-----------------------------------------

Yamato 1/3000 SDF-1 unpainted kit:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/SDF-1_kit.jpg


From the page, these are the information i could get. (from the number on pictures and description)
1: The broken Cannon will be included as an option part
2: The bottom of feet will have round nozzle and switch-able square shape nozzle.
3: Decal sheet will be included
4: Photo-Etching parts will be included for Antenna, Strike Valkyries and launching Arms..etc
5: Screws and pin shaft are used for assembly.

Other info from article..
It will also include resin cast parts, glow sticker decals
The price will be relatively lower than the toy version.

[Lord_Zed]

Looks pretty awesome, though at this point I'm still holding out for Emerald squadron.

[Tober]

Looks pretty awesome, though at this point I'm still holding out for Emerald squadron.

Yeah, that's a pretty common line of thought.

The VF-19 is a parts-former as well. Some people not too happy about that. Apparently the neck cover and rear legs are separate pieces... :eek:

[Tober]

The 'Macross Chronicle' Limited Edition Yamato 1/60 VF-X and VF-1A Angel Bird Valkyries are available for 16% off pre-order at HKCollectables.

Macross Zero: VF-X 1/60th prototype Fighter. Limited Edition of 1,000 pieces. (https://www.hkcollectibles.com/macross-robotech/6969-macross-zero-vf-x-prototype-1-60.html)

VF-1A Angel Bird 1/60th transformable fighter. (https://www.hkcollectibles.com/macross-robotech/6968-vf-1a-angel-birds-1-60.html)

[valkyrie_76]

The 'Macross Chronicle' Limited Edition Yamato 1/60 VF-X and VF-1A Angel Bird Valkyries are available for 16% off pre-order at HKCollectables.

Macross Zero: VF-X 1/60th prototype Fighter. Limited Edition of 1,000 pieces. (https://www.hkcollectibles.com/macross-robotech/6969-macross-zero-vf-x-prototype-1-60.html)

VF-1A Angel Bird 1/60th transformable fighter. (https://www.hkcollectibles.com/macross-robotech/6968-vf-1a-angel-birds-1-60.html)

Yeah seen that email......dammit :mad:

Would like the prototype one.

[kurdt_the_goat]

The VF-19 is a parts-former as well. Some people not too happy about that. Apparently the neck cover and rear legs are separate pieces... :eek:

That's pretty arguable IMO, those pieces are no more parts-forming than the intake covers normally are.
I'm glad they included them for people to use if they want to.
Without them, no one would think it any less "perfect transformation" than the original VF-19 don't you think?

[Lord_Zed]

That's pretty arguable IMO, those pieces are no more parts-forming than the intake covers normally are.
I'm glad they included them for people to use if they want to.
Without them, no one would think it any less "perfect transformation" than the original VF-19 don't you think?

I agree, I don't think it's a big issue as they are cosmetic parts not critical ones. I'm only not buying this one because I've bought enough toys lately and I don't dig Basara.

I might change my mind when I see one In the plastic... maybe.

[Tober]

That's pretty arguable IMO, those pieces are no more parts-forming than the intake covers normally are.
I'm glad they included them for people to use if they want to.
Without them, no one would think it any less "perfect transformation" than the original VF-19 don't you think?

Personally, a bit annoying/disappointing as I don't like having loose bits floating around. Definitely not a deal breaker tho, I will still be happy to have it.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Yeah, i've done a real number on myself watching Macross 7 in preparation.. while the cartoon is pretty samey (oh, Basara saves the day again!), it has it's moments nonetheless.

But.. and i'm a bit ashamed, i've become quite addicted to Fire Bomber music! I nabbed the "Best Collection" from here (http://downloads.khinsider.com/game-soundtracks/album/macross-7-best-collection)... it must just appeal to my butt rock tastes, but i'm looking forward to having it playing while playing with the new VF-19!

[Tober]

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/320-2.jpg

[kurdt_the_goat]

The beauty of strong joints!
http://i55.tinypic.com/2w3c4nt.jpg
Now they just need to show us a pic of the toy upside down with the chest staying in place :p

[SharkyMcShark]

I finally got around to ordering a YF-19 (Bird of Prey). I'm eagerly awaiting its arrival and am considering getting into the Macross shows (I've got Macross Zero kicking around on a hard drive but no English subs for it :( )

Final question about the 19 before I stop bugging people - does it have side to side leg articulation at the hip?

[SharkyMcShark]

Actually never mind that last question - the review on Macrossworld shows that metal hip bars allow the legs to move outwards for poses.

Right now to spend the next two weeks anticipating this arriving...

[Dkaris]

anyone know any online stores to find some of the older vF-1S 1/60 valks? im after fockers and not having much luck =[

[valkyrie_76]

I finally got around to ordering a YF-19 (Bird of Prey). I'm eagerly awaiting its arrival and am considering getting into the Macross shows (I've got Macross Zero kicking around on a hard drive but no English subs for it :( )

Final question about the 19 before I stop bugging people - does it have side to side leg articulation at the hip?

Subs been have been out on that for ages.

Whats the YF-19 Bird of Prey?

[kurdt_the_goat]

YF-19 Bird of Prey (http://www.hlj.com/product/YMT00172)is a redeco of the original 1/60 YF-19.
Yamato released it in 2009 along with another, Double Nuts (http://www.hlj.com/product/YMT00173)
They're both supposedly prototypes from after the story of Macross Plus, inspired from some other source material (i think).

You can grab Macross Zero (& pretty much everything else) from this site (http://anime.thehylia.com/downloads/series/macross-zero)with subs! They only let you download 3 files a day though

[uteiki]

anyone know any online stores to find some of the older vF-1S 1/60 valks? im after fockers and not having much luck =[

hey you can find one @ amiami... not sure if you are after this one or the one with the armour parts...

http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1157&template=default/product/e_display.html

he is placed on backorder... but from my experience with amiami, they usually do fulfill backorders. Order may take up to 2 weeks though...

[jaydisc]

I finally got around to ordering a YF-19 (Bird of Prey). I'm eagerly awaiting its arrival and am considering getting into the Macross shows (I've got Macross Zero kicking around on a hard drive but no English subs for it :( )

I've been keeping watch for either that or the Double Nuts in hopes of getting it cheaply, and the best I've seen is HK Collectibles which is down to about A$110 before shipping. Were you able to find better?

[SharkyMcShark]

I ordered from Angolz, which was USD$120 before shipping (which works out to about AUD$109.50)

[Tober]

anyone know any online stores to find some of the older vF-1S 1/60 valks? im after fockers and not having much luck =[

Which Focker are you after? DYRL or SDF?

[Dkaris]

Which Focker are you after? DYRL or SDF?


either, im not picky =]

[jaydisc]

I ordered from Angolz, which was USD$120 before shipping (which works out to about AUD$109.50)

Cool, thanks. Keen to hear your thoughts. I'm not ready to jump in just yet.

[Tober]

Yamato 1/60 VF-19 Kai updates (release in a few days...):

Video showing how shiny the Kai is:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BH5dEOCMKtA&feature=player_embedded

Shows transformation from fighter to gerwalk.

Detail of Basara figure (strangely not in his flight suit):

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/vf-19eyes.png



Sound Booster:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/ap_20110513083133792.jpg


Speaker Pod Gamma:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/ap_20110513083158859.jpg

[kurdt_the_goat]

I'm in Japan atm and patiently waiting for this to ship!
Early impressions on MWF are positive... when i get mine, i'll post my feedback with some photos too hopefully!

[Tober]

Lucky Kurdt. :P

HLJ just invoiced me for the Kai. :)



As one story ends, another begins...

Yamato 1/60 VF-17 announced:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/vf-17.jpg

[kurdt_the_goat]

Argg, for some reason Amazon isn't shipping until tomorrow!
No need for me to take photos at least, with all these awesome galleries (http://www.flickr.com/photos/bat_/sets/72157626735577680/with/5726826331/)and reviews (http://hima-toy.cocolog-nifty.com/blog/2011/05/yamato_vf19c-fv.html)popping up.

Very pleased with VF17 news, just the day before it was announced, i was remarking to my wife "it must be coming next" when we saw a papercraft version in the local hobby shop! Diamond calling!! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBdpxKHwp1E)

[kurdt_the_goat]

Got mine today! Happy to report no breakages or QC issues.
There's a sliding bar in the nosecone that is really tight to move, but i didn't think it was at risk of breakage.

Normally when i open the box i'm straight to transforming, but the fighter mode is so exquisite and solid i must have admired it for a good 30 mins before even taking the landing gear out! Not sure if it's new from the VF-11 (haven't got one) but i really appreciated the locking mechanism for the rear landing gear, especially since playing with my VF-22S recently, whose landing gear keeps collapsing on itself.

The transform is excellently done - and it's simple to do considering how well everything locks together. There are seriously locks all over the place that you don't even realise are there until it clicks in. The chest in battroid, understandably after the YF-19, seems to have been paid particular attention, to make it lock in every way possible! It's stunning. This is also the first valkyrie where i think i might actually display sometimes in Gerwalk mode; the A-stance & angle of the nose is a thing to behold, and it's incredibly sturdy.

Everything looks perfectly painted, especially fine details like on the missiles and opened shoulders.

The intake covers not being removeable are the only slight disappointment. And, i noticed on the sticker sheet one of the profiles of VF-19 has a misplaced "B"! Something i'm sure everyone can live with! :P There are also no guidelines for sticker placement, a nice touch to make your VF-19 truly custom!

Overall, I think this will be hard to top for toy of the year...
Even though i still think MP Rodimus Prime is great despite it's faults, the comprehensive attention to detail on this toy really makes RP's engineering appear amateurish.

Not to rain on anyone's parade, but i sincerely hope anyone buying the old YF-19 isn't dissuaded from trying this new toy at some point, it is literally night and day between them!

Bring on the VF-17!!!

[Tober]

Got mine today! Happy to report no breakages or QC issues.
There's a sliding bar in the nosecone that is really tight to move, but i didn't think it was at risk of breakage.

...

Not to rain on anyone's parade, but i sincerely hope anyone buying the old YF-19 isn't dissuaded from trying this new toy at some point, it is literally night and day between them!

Bring on the VF-17!!!

Good to hear. :D

Hopefully mine will arrive Monday. Then I can start saving for the Booster and Gamma... :rolleyes:

[Lord_Zed]

I had no huge problems with the YF 19 I got, my only issue with the Kai is with Bassara, still holing out for the Emerald Squad.

But the VF17 that is awesome news can't wait! I just got my V11c from the HLJ sale yesterday the 17 should go well with that.

[Tober]

Just when I thought it was looking like a slow year for Macross merchandise:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/ap_20110623041542496.jpg

Bandai have announced that they will be releasing a revised version of the 1/60 DX VF-25, i.e. VF-25 version 2.

[kurdt_the_goat]

That's definitely good news!
Of all the styles from Frontier i still like Alto and Ozma's originals best.

How'd you find the VF-19 tober? I recently put mine out (still unpacking/cleaning up from trip) and must say my feelings haven't changed, just absolutely in love with it!

[Tober]

That's definitely good news!
Of all the styles from Frontier i still like Alto and Ozma's originals best.

How'd you find the VF-19 tober? I recently put mine out (still unpacking/cleaning up from trip) and must say my feelings haven't changed, just absolutely in love with it!

I'm liking it so far. It took me a while to warm to it, I'm just not a big fan of forward-swept wing planes. I've transformed it about 5 times and it's one of the few $200 rage Valks I can transform in under 2 mins. Everything is solid and sturdy. Really good range of motion too. Gimmicks that really add to the design too.

If I have to nit-pick, (and I do) the removable piece at the neck really irritates me. The rear leg pieces I don't really miss, the gap on the top of the chest isn't easily noticeable either, but that neck piece is something that annoys me cos I know I will lose it constantly, unless it's in fighter mode. The mis-matched red paint on the shoulder joint irks me a bit too. Otherwise it's an amazing toy.

[Fungal Infection]

Oh, FFS, there's no point getting the first edition of anything anymore, they'll just release new improved versions. :mad:


Just when I thought it was looking like a slow year for Macross merchandise:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/ap_20110623041542496.jpg

Bandai have announced that they will be releasing a revised version of the 1/60 DX VF-25, i.e. VF-25 version 2.

[Lord_Zed]

Oh, FFS, there's no point getting the first edition of anything anymore, they'll just release new improved versions. :mad:

Don't you mean any edition? May as well save your money for version 3, 2 years from now.

That's the nature of the game with these things though, at least when it comes to primary characters.

[Tober]

There's a rough 10 year gap between the Yamato 1/60 version 2 VF-1 and Masterpiece Convoys. Those I can understand needing revision, but there will be around 3 years since the Bandai 1/60 Alto and Ozma came out (if they release before end of year), which feels a lot more like double-dipping. Especially if you shelled-out for the exclusives.

[kurdt_the_goat]

First pic... and price of 14,700Y

http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/269527_2227527411289_1340934256_32590189_327657_n. jpg

original release for comparison

http://ec3.images-amazon.com/images/I/41pkotjdykL._SS400_.jpg

[Lord_Zed]

Damn in that pic it's a significant improvement, grumble grumble.

May have to buy one then, when Is Ozamas out? I don't have an Ozama toy yet.

[Tober]

That is a significant improvement. Brings it into line with the 27 and 29 standard. :)

Release is scheduled for October, Ozma won't be long after.

[STL]

Damn in that pic it's a significant improvement, grumble grumble.

May have to buy one then, when Is Ozamas out? I don't have an Ozama toy yet.

+1!

Will it fit existing armour? That's the biggest question for me. I forked out some big bucks for those.

[Tober]

+1!

Will it fit existing armour? That's the biggest question for me. I forked out some big bucks for those.

Unlikely :( Those proportions are quite different and Bandai know how to exploit a good iconic mech (looks at RX-78 and EVA-1...) :mad:

[Tober]

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/vf25dx_v2.jpg

Fighter and gerwalk modes. :)

[Tober]

DX VF-25F v2 pre-orders are up at Amiami (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1598&template=default/product/e_display.html) and HLJ (http://www.hlj.com/product/BAN964807)

Release scheduled late October.

[STL]

Grumble, grumble. Then the stupid new super packs too. Man, this is going to be ridiculous

[Lord_Zed]

Grumble, grumble. Then the stupid new super packs too. Man, this is going to be ridiculous

Yeah I wonder if we should just wait for the inevitable superpack re-release.

[Tober]

BANDAI 1/60 DX VF-25F advert with comparison pics:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/4.jpg




Catalog scan. Rough translation below.

Point 1: Molding details oversaw by Kawamori
Point 2: Dual mode cockpit (single / double seater)
Point 3: Improvements to intake details
Point 4: Gunpod can be attached in fighter mode
Point 5: Locking mechanism added for stability in Gerwalk mode
Point 6: Leg knee joints improvement for Gerwalk mode (really rough translation, but picture = 1000 words)
Point 7: Letter "A" pose for the legs in Gerwalk mode (again, rough translation, picture speaks for itself)
Point 8: Blade is removable when shield is attached to arm?
Point 9: Crotch improvement? in Battroid mode
Point 10: Finger Articulate with alternate gripping version for gunpod?

---------------------------------------------------

Yamato 1/60 VF-1S Roy TV version and VF-1J Hikaru re-release:

Amiami Hikaru (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-0539&template=default/product/e_display.html)

Amiami Roy (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1157&template=default/product/e_display.html)

[Tober]

BANDAI 1/60 DX YF-29 FAST Pack Set

Tamashii Web Exclusive
November Release
3,150jpy

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/yf-29.jpg

[Tober]

Japanese whispers on the streets of Akihabara murmur that the Destroid Phalanx will see release as a kit. :) :(

[Tober]

Little pic of the Yamato 1/60 VF-17S prototype from Wonderfest.

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/ap_vf17.jpg


And a prototype VF-19P

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/ap_20110725020401351.jpg

[kurdt_the_goat]

Looking good! Just hope it matches the 19 overall, and it'll be excellent!

[Lord_Zed]

The VF-19P, that's pretty obscure, I don't even recall where its from, still if they give it a nice white finish it should be good.

Looking forward to the VF-17 though.

[valkyrie_76]

Dont forget about these too:

http://i1089.photobucket.com/albums/i354/valkyrie1976/72.jpghttp://i1089.photobucket.com/albums/i354/valkyrie1976/701.jpg

[kurdt_the_goat]

The VF-19P, that's pretty obscure, I don't even recall where its from, still if they give it a nice white finish it should be good.

I'm yet to watch it actually, but it's from Macross 7 Dynamite.

[Tober]

Dont forget about these too:

http://i1089.photobucket.com/albums/i354/valkyrie1976/72.jpg

I wonder if they are advertising the accessory parts or the Unpainted 1A and 1J, or both..? :confused:

[Lord_Zed]

I wonder if the accessory parts are even sold separately, I ain't buying duplicate VF1's again unless they transform themselves and have flashing running lights.

[Tober]

Release date for the VF-17S is set for December 2011. Ho-ho-ho. :)

Time to start saving... :rolleyes:

[STL]

Any news on whether Bandai are looking to re-release the YF-29?

eBay prices are crazy

[Tober]

Any news on whether Bandai are looking to re-release the YF-29?

eBay prices are crazy

No, it sold out in pre-order. Just like the new 25F has.

It might get re-released or bundled with fast packs later. There's a strong demand for it.

[Tober]

BANDAI 1/60 DX VF-25S v.2 set for release in January.

Yamato 1/60 VF-19S set for release in November and 1/60 VF-17S set for release in December.

Add to those the VF-25F in October and it's like a Valk a month... :eek:

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/vfs.jpg

The VF-11D looks like a kit.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Diaaaamond calling!!

http://i55.tinypic.com/34q7fop.jpg

oh and this too!

http://i52.tinypic.com/13znz38.jpg

Thanks to charger69 on MWF for alerting us to the update on Yamato's website! (http://www.yamato-toys.com/dev/release_106/index.html?infolnk=index_pickup)

[Lord_Zed]

Looking good, but my poor wallet I want both.

I wonder of they release the standard squad versions too?

[Tober]

Looking good, but my poor wallet I want both.

I wonder of they release the standard squad versions too?

You mean the VF-17D? I think it has been confirmed by Graham.

I'm not really a fan of the VF-17 so I'm not sure if I'll bite at the S or wait until the D... these are climbing dangerously close to the $300 mark now. :(

[jaydisc]

What's the stealth-bomber-ish-looking one called?

[Tober]

What's the stealth-bomber-ish-looking one called?

That's the VF-17S Nightmare (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VF-17_Nightmare) from Macross 7. There should be a variant with a different head following, VF-17D, unannounced tho.

A longer nosed variant, the VF-171, appears in Macross Frontier. It looks more similar to the other Frontier Valks, but no toy has been announced for it.

[Lord_Zed]

You mean the VF-17D? I think it has been confirmed by Graham.

I'm not really a fan of the VF-17 so I'm not sure if I'll bite at the S or wait until the D... these are climbing dangerously close to the $300 mark now. :(

Ouch I forgot about that, guess we'll see then.

[Tober]

Pics of the upcoming BANDAI 1/60 DX VF-25S Ozma

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/GLxH50_xgmPCgz_YtIWRew.jpg http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/pxiu1KePa3nLmLqvXHZ54A.jpg

http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/IfhKTh6Ghwk6zm1ORGKRJQ.jpg http://i273.photobucket.com/albums/jj230/AUST_Tober/pHsPJ7eMllflZEHGEjtCvw.jpg

Mirrored from http://blog.yahoo.com/cybergundam/articles/53368/index

[kurdt_the_goat]

Appearing almost like clockwork :)
Looks damn good, i'm glad they're coming out with this one second so i can be assured (from the Alto release) that it's a good, solid piece - definitely looking that way!

Jan 2012 for 14,000Y according to that link as well! Wallet will have a tiny bit of time to recover from VF-17S :D

[valkyrie_76]

No more.........cant buy any more :D:D

[kurdt_the_goat]

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[Tober]

Looks nice. :cool:

Like battroid more than I thought I would, like fighter less than I thought I would. :rolleyes:

Hobbysearch? So pre-orders have started I guess.

[valkyrie_76]

Looks nice. :cool:

Like battroid more than I thought I would, like fighter less than I thought I would. :rolleyes:

Hobbysearch? So pre-orders have started I guess.

Looks like today the pre-order starts.

At AmiAmi as well.

[Dkaris]

nightmare pre order where? i thought it wouldve gone up at the same time as the others..

I dont know what i'll end up getting.. Its between teh nightmare and ozma. I already have the first release of alto, and i have a vf-1j and a 1s, i really dunno what to pick up.. help guys!

[kurdt_the_goat]

nightmare pre order where? i thought it wouldve gone up at the same time as the others..

I dont know what i'll end up getting.. Its between teh nightmare and ozma. I already have the first release of alto, and i have a vf-1j and a 1s, i really dunno what to pick up.. help guys!

I can't speak for any bandai toys as i'm yet to sample... but all reports have been getting better with each release they put out. If you are after ozma v2 then like me, you'll be able to read the reports on alto v2 before buying.

Yamato though have also been getting better and better, IMO the VF-19 is the best high end toy in my collection... so i'm hoping that rings true for the 17-S too! Preorders will probably open this time next month since it's out in December.

TBH it's looking like both will be knockouts, if you can afford only one, i'd decide based on the design you like most! Or get the Blazer valk above!!! :D

Great time to be a Macross fan!

[Tober]

Ozma is up for pre-order at Amiami and Anime Export.

The YF-29 is a bit of a mess regarding shoulders and hips coming loose. The VF-25 series may suffer from it as well if adjustments to the mold or a fix isn't found.

I'm more interested in the VF-17D and VF-19F or P so I might actually sit this round out.

Whilst it is a great time to be a Macross F or 7 fan it sure is expensive. Four releases over four consecutive months, plus the MP-10 last month... OUCH!

[kurdt_the_goat]

Yeah! Though it helps that i've only been interested in & bought *1* DOTM toy!
I'm proud of myself for resisting stuff i'd only want to sell later.
I don't think i'll ever part with the Macross stuff i've got now.

[kurdt_the_goat]

The YF-29 is a bit of a mess regarding shoulders and hips coming loose.

Can you go into more detail how this happened or what the problem is?
I must admit i must have been out of the loop on this one; i was under the impression it was well received after the first few weeks of comments after release.

[Tober]

Can you go into more detail how this happened or what the problem is?
I must admit i must have been out of the loop on this one; i was under the impression it was well received after the first few weeks of comments after release.

The shoulders joints are metal to metal ball sockets, I believe the hips are the same (can't quite see into it). My YF-29 was really tight to begin with, like actually needing quite a lot of force to swing the legs during transformation. After about a month in a mild battroid A-stance whilst holding its gun-pod, the hips have loosened to a degree where they can swing down straight when picked up and the shoulders have also loosened, I can actually see a gap in the outer socket. This can only get worse and I'm not sure if they can be tightened as it would be the metal itself that is bending.

There is minor paint chipping/rubbing where the shoulder sections meet up when in fighter. Bandai use a shinier, glossier plastic that paint apps don't adhere to as well as matte finishes.

When transforming from battroid to fighter the shoulder caps popping off and the difficult head alignment just might drive you totally berserk, but that's not really a flaw. It will transform easily enough if done precisely.

[Lord_Zed]

Hmmm your 29 looked good when I saw it, but now I'm not so sure, seems to have more flaws than the previous 25 and 27 releases combined.

Any word on the 25 renewal version? I'm pretty tempted by the Ozama Pre-order as I don't have him in the old version, but I'd hope that it would be an improvement over V1, not a disappointment.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Alto's out in 2 weeks, so not long to wait for initial feedback at least.
Really hoping it turns out good in the long run too, cause my collection feels empty without any Frontier represent!

[Tober]

My 27 is stored currently, never had any problems wit it myself, only one I'm aware of is the potential for paint scraping. Will get it out next week. The 29 was awesome initially, everything was almost too tight. Now it's loosened up just from gravity.

Yep, the 25F comes out on the 21st and I'm looking forward to it. However if it has the same structure as the 29 then it will inevitably loosen as well, and all those future armor packs won't help.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Have you tried the usual method of clear nail polish or superglue on the ball joints?

[Tober]

Have you tried the usual method of clear nail polish or superglue on the ball joints?

No, I'll do that when I have to do it. It's not that bad yet and I'm not always wild about opening up technical toys. :o

[Lord_Zed]

Interesting, my VF 27 is one of my favourite Valk toys, only the replaceable hands for jet mode really let it down for me, so its sad if the 29 is a step backward from this.

I'll be keen to see the reviews of the renewal version, though I may break and pre-order before that.

[STL]

The shoulders joints are metal to metal ball sockets, I believe the hips are the same (can't quite see into it). My YF-29 was really tight to begin with, like actually needing quite a lot of force to swing the legs during transformation. After about a month in a mild battroid A-stance whilst holding its gun-pod, the hips have loosened to a degree where they can swing down straight when picked up and the shoulders have also loosened, I can actually see a gap in the outer socket. This can only get worse and I'm not sure if they can be tightened as it would be the metal itself that is bending.


It's something that really irritated me. I got the VF-27 Lucifer and Brera and both have loosened despite me only leaving them in the Detolf. I really liked both but I just can't accept that at $250 + for a figure, they can't get QC right on such a fundamental issue.

People complain about QC on Hasbro/Takara toys but they feel a lot better than they do on the Bandai toys which pains me b/c I do much prefer to the Frontier stuff

[kurdt_the_goat]

Behold!!

Preorders for VF-17S have opened at Amiami (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1940&template=default/product/e_display.html). The not so exciting part is the price: they're offering 21,800Y.

http://i52.tinypic.com/oh691z.jpg

http://i51.tinypic.com/2vmtrpu.jpg

http://i52.tinypic.com/fa0fpl.jpg

http://i51.tinypic.com/2hy9z6v.jpg

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http://i53.tinypic.com/w1bsoz.jpg

[Tober]

Behold!!

Preorders for VF-17S have opened at Amiami (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1940&template=default/product/e_display.html).

Thanks, but I'm definitely waiting for the D. The S head kills me... :(


The not so exciting part is the price: they're offering 21,800Y.

Gonna have to keep off MW for a bit. I can hear the combined whining from all 8 fanbois from here.

[Dkaris]

wow. i was psyched for the 17s, now i've seen it its an easy pass.

[Lord_Zed]

I like it, the Battaroid mode doesn't seem as skinny as I feared it would be. While it's not the most fancy looking Valkyrie the beauty of it for me has always been in it's clever transformation, which they seem to have pulled off well, at least as far as looks go.

I definitely want to get one, however I too may wait for the D, maybe. I don't mind the S head. If I do sure hope they don't make the D an exclusive though.

[kurdt_the_goat]

VF-25 v2 first review is up (http://hima-toy.cocolog-nifty.com/blog/2011/10/dx_vf-25f-r-ver.html)
Can't read a damn thing mind you :P

On a side note, feeling disturbing urges to chase down a VF-11C since my Macross display is really mostly a Macross 7 display and without it... dammit!
Why is it still so expensive :(

[Lord_Zed]

Certainly looks a lot nicer than the first one in the pictures. Double jointed arms, a new way to clip the groin section to the body, no swap mandatory swap out parts by the looks of it, and it comes with painted stand and mini Alto too. I'm liking what I'm seeing, my hand is hovering over the pre-order button fro Ozama even now.


HLJ put the VF 11c on sale a while back, that's how I got mine. So you never know they may again one day.

[Tober]

VF-25F reviews are very positive so far (including Graham). The pics suggest they are using the same joints for the hips and shoulders as the yF-29 tho, so I wonder if it will stay sturdy.

The VF-11B is one of my favorites. So much so I've been tempted to grab the C as well. I don't currently see it online for <$200 tho.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Cheapest i can find is about 16,000Y but i'd have to get my inlaws to ship it to me, or wait till i next visit Japan.... and MP-11 is making the decision even harder, dammit!
I only have limited space for lugging big toy boxes back to Australia so i'll end up paying shipping once i reach the threshold anyway...hmm

[Tober]

HK Collectibles (http://www.hkcollectibles.com/search.php?search_query=vf-11c&submit_search=Go) has it for just under $200 + shipping. HK air shipping being much cheaper than Japanese shipping.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Thanks. If it was $200 all up i could probably move on it.
But i should have said, for me JPY tends to be better, as my inlaws have given us money in the past for things like getting married/buying a house (traditions/custom over there)
Rather than bring it back and losing money converting to AU (and often back to JPY later), we just have an account over there so i dip into that when it makes the most sense!

Hmmm now looking around that site, the 11-B is 35% off... lol

[Tober]

Ok, nice. Like Zed said, a HLJ sale might get it below $200 with shipping, otherwise you can often find older Valks heavily discounted in the Japanese hobby stores.

When are you heading back to Japan? You could potentially save a packet on the VF-11S.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Probably this time next year :(

[Tober]

Oh... Well, who knows what awesome stuff will be available then. ;)

[Lord_Zed]

Oh... Well, who knows what awesome stuff will be available then. ;)

It's true, I saw a second hand VF11c for around $125-150 in the Osaka. Just do a run of all the little stores and second hand places in Akiba or Den den town, good chance you will find one, hopefully for cheap.

That's why I have a YF19, and also a fast packed Alto VF25, though I'm less rapped about that now the renewal version has come out.