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Sorry, couldn't think of a better name. I didn't want to put something like "FIGURE COLLECTOR CENTRAL". Thanks.
I just recently started to collect some figures, and I'm more-so aiming for the characters that I actually like in animu&mango, instead of just collecting everything that I see. So far I have:
Just this much so far (http://myfigurecollection.net/profile/KenKokoni)
Trying to get this Touhou Project Nendoroid set: This here. (http://www.otacute.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_8&products_id=5336) What about you guys
PS: So, any of you f`uckers collecting this sh`it?
EDIT: bump
Kunagisa
2010-11-09, 10:26 PM
Sup. Not letting this thread die. May just be me and you talking though, don't think there are many figure collectors here on SP.
My most recent purchases made yesterday was Revoltech's Lazengann (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-0298&template=default/product/e_display.html) and this (http://myfigurecollection.net/figure/14375_furude_rika) cute 'lil Rika figure.
Revoltech has really nice figures for decent prices. I have their Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann and Yotsuba figures. I also have a Danbo (from Yotsuba) figure pre-ordered that's supposed to make its way to me sometime in January.
I don't have an account on myfigurecollection, mostly because I'm too lazy to keep track of my figures. I wrote up a review yesterday on Good Smile's Megurine Luka Nendoroid, but it was kinda my first figure review so it was less reviewing and more me taking cute pictures.
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TNNMR3Rb2bI/AAAAAAAAAIw/4_GU5xUoKgo/s1600/IMG_6505.jpg
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TNNMLGKVoGI/AAAAAAAAAIU/jxyTWuJga_w/s1600/IMG_6507.jpg
You wish you were as much of a pimp as Takoluka, Khoi.
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TNNMKxyu_fI/AAAAAAAAAIQ/4PBJ0Ri022k/s1600/IMG_0005.jpg
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TNNMSu9xWaI/AAAAAAAAAI0/HvCHjgVLjgY/s1600/IMG_6513.jpg
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TNNMMpEi7eI/AAAAAAAAAIk/B30edFyWYhk/s1600/IMG_6508.jpg
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TNNMRtiqDCI/AAAAAAAAAIs/_jBDIya0Msk/s1600/IMG_0012.jpg
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TNNMMGwPVqI/AAAAAAAAAIg/9sZluxsZwAQ/s1600/IMG_6510.jpg
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TNNMLXHf_4I/AAAAAAAAAIY/-v7_ojWegG8/s1600/IMG_0010.jpg
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TNNML-LO80I/AAAAAAAAAIc/bBuwkhv831w/s1600/IMG_0011.jpg
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TNNMRtiqDCI/AAAAAAAAAIs/_jBDIya0Msk/s1600/IMG_0012.jpg
Nice figurines collection, dawg. My room's updated since these pictures were taken (updated significantly!), but I don't have those up yet. But for now:
http://img219.imageshack.us/img219/7175/37954153272209136516341.jpg
http://img545.imageshack.us/img545/2417/37954153272213136616341.jpg
http://img413.imageshack.us/img413/4409/62905152638825302316341.jpg
http://img703.imageshack.us/img703/338/62905152638833302516341.jpg
http://img688.imageshack.us/img688/6207/62905152638841302716341.jpg
http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/5148/65749153272197136216341.jpg
Currently, there's a BRS Nendo I'm receiving very .. shortly. A friend's holding it for me, she already has it. I've also preordered a Serizawa Fumino (HNNNNNNNG TSUNDERE) PVC figure from AmiAmi, and I'll be getting that near mid or end of November. DELICIOUS
PS: Lazengann, hmm? Nice tastes, bro. I actually considered getting that as well, I have very little to no experience with Revoltech stuff though. :| I'm loving Wave and Griffon's stuff though, man, so much details.
check it out, bitches
http://img513.imageshack.us/img513/4237/link1o.jpg
http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/7340/link2s.jpg
that's right, a legitimate link action figure
even my dog knows better than to chew on this piece of novelty. there's a little button that I can press on link's back that makes him swing his sword and wreck everybody's shit
it's okay to be jelly
Just one, Greg? ONE? You trollin' me, bro? >:
Kunagisa
2010-11-09, 10:50 PM
PS: Lazengann, hmm? Nice tastes, bro. I actually considered getting that as well, I have very little to no experience with Revoltech stuff though. :| I'm loving Wave and Griffon's stuff though, man, so much details.
Revoltech is very nice, especially with mech figures. They always come with so many alternate parts, you can swap the parts up, they're quite easy to pose around. I have a few Revoltech figures, 2 of them are shown in my above images. Krauser and Yotsuba are Revoltech, and in one image (you can't see it well) I swapped one of Yotsuba's arms for Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann's arm, since Revoltech parts can fit on each other.
I don't want to take Yotsuba out of her current Guitarist pose from my bookshelf, but I would take pictures of her with swapped parts to show you what I mean. The guitar she has on is Krauser's though.
They're reasonably priced, and still nice. I like them better than Figmas, when it comes to figures you can pose. The joints are also less noticeable, which is good because I kinda don't like the way joints look on figures.
Kunagisa
2010-11-09, 10:53 PM
check it out, bitches
http://img513.imageshack.us/img513/4237/link1o.jpg
http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/7340/link2s.jpg
that's right, a legitimate link action figure
even my dog knows better than to chew on this piece of novelty. there's a little button that I can press on link's back that makes him swing his sword and wreck everybody's shit
it's okay to be jelly
Pssst- Check this out
https://www.first4figures.com/component/option,com_myphp/Itemid,3/product,46/
I wanna get it really badly, but it'd put a dent in my wallet. Every time I think about getting it, a new figure comes along that grabs my attention as well.
Revoltech is very nice, especially with mech figures. They always come with so many alternate parts, you can swap the parts up, they're quite easy to pose around. I have a few Revoltech figures, 2 of them are shown in my above images. Krauser and Yotsuba are Revoltech, and in one image (you can't see it well) I swapped one of Yotsuba's arms for Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann's arm, since Revoltech parts can fit on each other.
I don't want to take Yotsuba out of her current Guitarist pose from my bookshelf, but I would take pictures of her with swapped parts to show you what I mean. The guitar she has on is Krauser's though.
They're reasonably priced, and still nice. I like them better than Figmas, when it comes to figures you can pose. The joints are also less noticeable, which is good because I kinda don't like the way joints look on figures.
I never knew that Revoltech parts are swappable like that. Huh. Interesting. Nendos are too, but they're too expensive for me. I got that one BRS Nendo just in time for around 1,100 JPY (I think) before AmiAmi took it down. :| Whew. Might have to get myself some TTGL Revoltech figures then. FEELS GOOD, MAN. Great to know.
Pssst- Check this out
https://www.first4figures.com/component/option,com_myphp/Itemid,3/product,46/
I wanna get it really badly, but it'd put a dent in my wallet. Every time I think about getting it, a new figure comes along that grabs my attention as well.
>I will never put out the money to buy a figurine to show appreciation towards my favorite video game.
http://i56.tinypic.com/jzi7tu.jpg
>I will never put out the money to buy a figurine to show appreciation towards my favorite video game.
http://i56.tinypic.com/jzi7tu.jpg
What? B-b-but.. whyyy? ): I'd totally buy that, btw. I have the money, but I want other figurines more than it. `-`
MetaSeraphim
2010-11-09, 11:07 PM
I wanna get it really badly, but it'd put a dent in my wallet. Every time I think about getting it, a new figure comes along that grabs my attention as well.
It's just 100 dollars bro, what's the deal? Even as a NEET 100 should be no problemo.
xBTAx
2010-11-09, 11:08 PM
I am mostly posting now because I feel guilty about forgetting to post before, and also because I am procrastinating, so I will not make this long and will post pics later while using this post to inspire some discussion. (It is midnight, so my grammar may be breaking.)
What do you guys use to buy your stuff? I usually use AmiAmi (unless HLJ or HS is having a deal on shipping).
Also, if you're looking for rare stuff (some of the GL Revoltechs are hard to find, I believe), Mandarake's your best bet (though I've never ordered from them personally, I've heard nothing but good things about them, even if their website is a little wonky). (http://ekizo.mandarake.co.jp/shop/en/) I've been searching for a TTGL Revoltech myself for a while though, and I haven't seen them anywhere... why they chose to rerelease some of the other GL ones and not TTGL, I do not know. :f3:
Kunagisa
2010-11-09, 11:11 PM
Forgot to mention what I think about Griffon. This image sums up my thoughts nicely:
http://img838.imageshack.us/img838/3509/1279330306920.jpg
Really, he does nice sculptures and all, but I hate how he puts the same face on his figures. He's been getting better with it lately, but when you look at his older figures, it's really apparent. It's nothing too major, just a minor annoyance I have. If I'm dishing out that much money for figures, I'd like it their faces didn't seem like they were using the same model.
I am mostly posting now because I feel guilty about forgetting to post before, and also because I am procrastinating, so I will not make this long and will post pics later while using this post to inspire some discussion. (It is midnight, so my grammar may be breaking.)
What do you guys use to buy your stuff? I usually use AmiAmi (unless HLJ or HS is having a deal on shipping).
Also, if you're looking for rare stuff (some of the GL Revoltechs are hard to find, I believe), Mandarake's your best bet (though I've never ordered from them personally, I've heard nothing but good things about them, even if their website is a little wonky). (http://ekizo.mandarake.co.jp/shop/en/) I've been searching for a TTGL Revoltech myself for a while though, and I haven't seen them anywhere... why they chose to rerelease some of the other GL ones and not TTGL, I do not know. :f3:
AmiAmi is fine. Cheap prices, items are packaged in a nice way that don't ruin the boxes if you use SAL as your shipping method, and has some nice deals every now and then. Sometimes I user 1999.co.jp or HLJ when AmiAmi doesn't have something.
I've ordered from:
-eBay (only for stuff like wall scrolls, posters, Dakimakuras, etc)
-AmiAmi [primary source of figures]
-Otacute
-figure.fm (serious!)
I buy a lot from figure.fm too, there's some sellers out there that sells stuff for pretty cheap and at decent prices. Just gotta be careful, so yeah. I've bought my Rozalin figure for around 45 USD from figure.fm , she was literally in mint-condition, with box and everything. I check figure.fm daily too, for classified sales, new reviews or news about figurines, etcetcetc. When I'm on AmiAmi, I hit the "sales" section of Bishoujos to see if there's anything cheap. I don't buy from Otacute a lot nowadays, have been hearing bad things about 'em. eBay, I usually go to buy dakimakura covers, and stuff.
I frequently browse HLJ, 1999.co.jp, e2046 (but their stuff is uber expensive, because they're all GKs), and various sites too, but I haven't bought from them. Heard about Mandarake or whatever, but haven't went on there much. Only tried once. The layout is strange.
butterfλi
2010-11-10, 12:14 AM
Really, he does nice sculptures and all, but I hate how he puts the same face on his figures. He's been getting better with it lately, but when you look at his older figures, it's really apparent. It's nothing too major, just a minor annoyance I have. If I'm dishing out that much money for figures, I'd like it their faces didn't seem like they were using the same model.
Oh c'mon, you can't be dissin' Griffon.
http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/5686/figmoe227502.jpg
http://img199.imageshack.us/img199/3757/figmoe200803.jpg
http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/9546/figmoe133704.jpg
http://img815.imageshack.us/img815/7161/figmoe133802.jpg
Sure the eyes might resemble eachother (and so does the majority of all anime (http://img340.imageshack.us/img340/6808/nishimataaoimonoface.gif)) but characters really stand out in their costumes and outfits. Particularly with Griffon, the bright colors and poses. And despite the motion in the poses, no fan service or visible pantsu.
Kunagisa
2010-11-10, 12:23 AM
Oh c'mon, you can't be dissin' Griffon.
http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/5686/figmoe227502.jpg
http://img199.imageshack.us/img199/3757/figmoe200803.jpg
http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/9546/figmoe133704.jpg
http://img815.imageshack.us/img815/7161/figmoe133802.jpg
Sure the eyes might resemble eachother (and so does the majority of all anime (http://img340.imageshack.us/img340/6808/nishimataaoimonoface.gif)) but characters really stand out in their costumes and outfits. Particularly with Griffon, the bright colors and poses. And despite the motion in the poses, no fan service or visible pantsu.
Yes, nice sculptor, and does make rather nice poses, but the faces bother me at times. Some of the faces seem rather off on the character simply because he pretty much used a previously made face as a base. Also, as a figure collector, I do notice differences in faces from my more expensive figures. You can argue the whole "anime face swap" thing, but that's not exactly what I'm talking about here. Regardless, the faces shouldn't be just pasted on with minor tweaks. The Suika you posted is one of the newer figures, and as I've said, he's been getting better as of late with actually making the faces different from each other.
Cirno and Suika have faces that stand out from the other figures, faces that are unique and belong to them (moreso from Cirno). That's what I'm looking for. I don't want a clothing and hair swap, I want figures that look unique on their own.
Jormungandr
2010-11-10, 01:03 AM
Sorry, couldn't think of a better name. I didn't want to put something like "FIGURE COLLECTOR CENTRAL". Thanks.
I just recently started to collect some figures, and I'm more-so aiming for the characters that I actually like in animu&mango, instead of just collecting everything that I see. So far I have:
Just this much so far (http://myfigurecollection.net/profile/KenKokoni)
Trying to get this Touhou Project Nendoroid set: This here. (http://www.otacute.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_8&products_id=5336) What about you guys
PS: So, any of you f`uckers collecting this sh`it?
Wow I want that Sakuya in your wishlist. I actually have a bunch of stuff I bought from China, but haven't really placed. I'll get around to taking pictures if I remember when I go home.
Wow I want that Sakuya in your wishlist. I actually have a bunch of stuff I bought from China, but haven't really placed. I'll get around to taking pictures if I remember when I go home.
I wishlisted like 4 Sakuya figurines. :P You could be talking about any of them, haha.
Btw, EMS > SAL shipping prices? wut?
http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/6862/sup4chan.png
=_= ?
xBTAx
2010-11-10, 03:34 PM
The shipping thing makes sense if you look at AmiAmi's shipping price chart.
(http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?vgform=SimpleForm&template=e_faq.html#Rates) SAL starts at 2kg. for 3850. Since EMS is 3520, it must be ~1.7kg. So SAL is actually cheaper than it should be, for some reason.
Not at home, so I can't post pics, but here's my MFC (http://myfigurecollection.net/collections.php?user=BTA&category=0&display=mozaic&root=-1&status=2&sort=category&order=asc&pp=130). I did set up categories for them, so they're organized if you check that.
Jormungandr
2010-11-10, 04:55 PM
I wishlisted like 4 Sakuya figurines. :P You could be talking about any of them, haha.
Totally did not see that. I was talking about these then:
http://myfigurecollection.net/figure/42323_izayoi_sakuya
http://myfigurecollection.net/figure/31538_izayoi_sakuya
Oh man I looked at the group of Sakuya figurines in one of those pictures and I really want most of them :<
Also I like how these have the bootleg picture versions as well, because I totally bought these when I was in China:
http://myfigurecollection.net/figure/12948_kirisame_marisa
http://myfigurecollection.net/figure/6588_black_rock_shooter
I honestly have to say, for bootleg versions, the Chinese versions still look pretty damn good, I was hunting this store for like an hour before I finally found the BRS one. They just started the sword versions and were running out of the cannon ones, I think I bought the last one in the stores. The Marisa one is also really really good, despite being red, but I sort of ignored that.
Bootlegs are okay as long as you don't intend on being all srsbsns and showing-off your figures, I guess. I mean, if it's valuable and of worth in your own eyes, I guess that's what counts. Honestly, I'd probably scream my head off if any of my figures are bootlegs. I check my stuff carefully before buying, and I get really annoyed when it comes to dust too. Probably getting one of those IKEA display-cases.. one day, with slightly dimmed UV lights on top so that my figurines will be protected from dust. What I can't protect is de-coloration. =_=
DrRusty
2010-11-10, 05:50 PM
I didn't realize so many of you collected these things
I didn't realize so many of you collected these things
I started just barely 3-4 months ago, but I think Spidey and BTA's done it for a lot longer than I have. I usually buy non-posable figurines though, because I hate seeing joints. :/ If I do buy one, it'd be from Revoltech. Hmm.
Also, Mirai-chan will have her own figma figurine very soon. Pre-orders starts at or near the end of this month, HNNNNNNNNNNNNNG-
http://www.dannychoo.com/post/en/25883/Figma+Mirai+Pre-order.html
PS: Don't like how her legs are shaped, but that's okay, cute enough.
Death
2010-11-10, 08:03 PM
Your right D: looks a little like she has fake leggs as if she lost her real ones. o_o
I'm not a collector myself but i kinda like this.
xBTAx
2010-11-10, 09:33 PM
I started just barely 3-4 months ago, but I think Spidey and BTA's done it for a lot longer than I have. I usually buy non-posable figurines though, because I hate seeing joints. :/ If I do buy one, it'd be from Revoltech. Hmm.
I've been buying stuff for about a year now. I mainly stick to Nendoroids/Figmas/Revoltechs, since I can't afford much else. If I end up getting a job next year I'll probably get a non-poseable every-so-often, but I think I like poseables better.
Jormungandr
2010-11-10, 11:36 PM
Bootlegs are okay as long as you don't intend on being all srsbsns and showing-off your figures, I guess. I mean, if it's valuable and of worth in your own eyes, I guess that's what counts. Honestly, I'd probably scream my head off if any of my figures are bootlegs. I check my stuff carefully before buying, and I get really annoyed when it comes to dust too. Probably getting one of those IKEA display-cases.. one day, with slightly dimmed UV lights on top so that my figurines will be protected from dust. What I can't protect is de-coloration. =_=
Yeah I just keep them all in my bookshelf. I mean who do I really have/want to show it off to anyways? I do have real figurines I buy from the only big con around me, but that's about it. It's seriously too expensive if I really want to be picky about it. And yeah, dust and decoloration are bad, I'm pretty sure some of the bootleg stuff worsens quicker than the originals, but most of the stuff seem to be in pretty good condition overall.
I started just barely 3-4 months ago, but I think Spidey and BTA's done it for a lot longer than I have. I usually buy non-posable figurines though, because I hate seeing joints. :/ If I do buy one, it'd be from Revoltech. Hmm.
Agreed. Do not like joints and crap like that. All of mine are non posable.
Zelkova
2010-11-11, 08:06 PM
OK ive never bought one of these before, but my friend wants one for Christmas.
She wants... one of this guy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EvNrKPfxlfA&playnext=1&list=PLF97B9C549621B2F3&index=11
when his hair turns yellow @_@
is there a model of that? just him "Transformed" or something?
xBTAx
2010-11-11, 09:40 PM
OK ive never bought one of these before, but my friend wants one for Christmas.
She wants... one of this guy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EvNrKPfxlfA&playnext=1&list=PLF97B9C549621B2F3&index=11
when his hair turns yellow @_@
is there a model of that? just him "Transformed" or something?
I hate to break this to you, but there's no way you're finding anything by Christmas. These things take a while to be made/released, and I haven't even seen anything of that character announced yet (the show hasn't even been airing for 2 months, and IIRC it's not adapted from anything). There is a smallish poseable figure of his mech, Tauburn, but even that won't be out till March.
Zelkova
2010-11-11, 10:16 PM
I hate to break this to you, but there's no way you're finding anything by Christmas. These things take a while to be made/released, and I haven't even seen anything of that character announced yet (the show hasn't even been airing for 2 months, and IIRC it's not adapted from anything). There is a smallish poseable figure of his mech, Tauburn, but even that won't be out till March.
Thanks for helping BTA. I need to try to find this one (http://www.hlj.com/product/GSC96539)and if not that one, then this will have to do (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=FIG-MOE-1875&template=default/product/e_display.html)
xBTAx
2010-11-11, 10:24 PM
Thanks for helping BTA. I need to try to find this one (http://www.hlj.com/product/GSC96539)and if not that one, then this will have to do (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=FIG-MOE-1875&template=default/product/e_display.html)
Oooh, I'm jealous. I hope she likes it. :3
EDIT: Oh, didn't see that "this one" had a link. I found it here (http://www.yesasia.com/global/black-rock-shooter-black-blade-ver-1-8-pre-painted-pvc-figure/1021890003-0-0-0-en/info.html), but it might be a bit pricy (and the shipping time is a little scary). Then again, your alternative isn't much cheaper, I believe.
Could always look into GKs [Garage Kits], some are pre-painted, so it's easy to put 'em together. Some might be pre-assembled too. But they tend to be a bit hefty in price, we're talking about x2 or even x3 that of regular figures. Standard GKs are around 100USD+. Garage Kits are basically unlicense, unofficial.. figures that peoples makes at home (lolintheirgarage), pretty much.
http://www.e2046.com/index.php?language=en
You'd probably have to try looking for it, because I don't even know what anime that is.
xBTAx
2010-11-11, 10:37 PM
Could always look into GKs [Garage Kits], some are pre-painted, so it's easy to put 'em together. Some might be pre-assembled too. But they tend to be a bit hefty in price, we're talking about x2 or even x3 that of regular figures. Standard GKs are around 100USD+. Garage Kits are basically unlicense, unofficial.. figures that peoples makes at home (lolintheirgarage), pretty much.
http://www.e2046.com/index.php?language=en
You'd probably have to try looking for it, because I don't even know what anime that is.
Anime's Star Driver; the character's name is Takuto.
I'm not sure if that's exactly the best description for a GK though, since IIRC if you want your stuff shown at places like WonFes, it has to be licensed.
Anime's Star Driver; the character's name is Takuto.
I'm not sure if that's exactly the best description for a GK though, since IIRC if you want your stuff shown at places like WonFes, it has to be licensed.
If he's doing that, it's an entirely different story. Even to a lot of the communities out there that collects figurines, I don't recall of any that would look down upon another for collecting a GK. But yeah, maybe that wasn't the best definition for a GK.. Hmmm.
Zelkova
2010-11-11, 10:53 PM
YESSSS Thank you BTA. No, money isnt an issue.
xBTAx
2010-11-11, 10:57 PM
If he's doing that, it's an entirely different story. Even to a lot of the communities out there that collects figurines, I don't recall of any that would look down upon another for collecting a GK. But yeah, maybe that wasn't the best definition for a GK.. Hmmm.
Huh? I didn't say anything about looking down upon others; I just mean that there's licensed GKs too.
Huh? I didn't say anything about looking down upon others; I just mean that there's licensed GKs too.
Uhhh.. are we talking GKs that becomes official figurines? I'm not sure I'm understanding what you meant. I know for some figurines, they started out as GKs, but become official figurines for purchase later on (in mass). Mass-production and all.
xBTAx
2010-11-11, 11:06 PM
Garage Kits are basically unlicense, unofficial.. figures
Was just being unnecessarily nitpicky about this part, is all. Garage Kits aren't necessarily unlicensed/unofficial, though you are right in that some get released as PVC figures later on.
Updating this to say that I now own a BRS Nendoroid. Finally received it today from my friend, because she's the one getting the shipments in, etc. Anyways, pretty happy with my purchase. Was a real bargain from AmiAmi before they took it off their site. :/ Forgot how much I paid for it, but without s&h was definitely LESS than 15 USD. Came with a 50 minute DVD thing too, might check that out eventually, but feeling extremely lazy. The Nendoroid came with too many exchangeable parts, which in a way.. kinda makes me rage. Because it's going to be annoying trying to keep track of my parts. I doubt I'll buy another Nendo, though I do like the quality of my 1st Nendo purchase from GSC.
Also probably going to make a website to keep track of my own figurines, as well as giving small reviews. Hopefully won't become a cluster-f`uck.
Zelkova
2010-11-15, 11:25 PM
I love the BRS Nendoroid.... its so fucking cute ><
also B> someone to help me find this (http://www.hlj.com/product/GSC96543) for the cheapest price + ships to the US. .___.
Sorry for using you guys as my personal shopping buddies ><
I love the BRS Nendoroid.... its so pineappleing cute ><
also B> someone to help me find this (http://www.hlj.com/product/GSC96543) for the cheapest price + ships to the US. .___.
Sorry for using you guys as my personal shopping buddies ><
You realize how many BRS PVC figures that exists.. right? Also:
-Tried eBay, with my zip code, the cheapest one I found was about 110+33 USD (total). 33 being S&H charges.
-AmiAmi was sold-out, at around 7,450 JPY. That's around 80-85 USD, I think.
-Amazon.com = no-go. Couldn't find any. (originally typed .jp by accident, but not like you'd be able to do business on there anyways)
I'll try to regularly check figure.fm to see if people are selling any in the Classifieds section, but even then, the chances are that they're either overpriced or they're used.
Kunagisa
2010-11-15, 11:38 PM
I love the BRS Nendoroid.... its so fucking cute ><
also B> someone to help me find this (http://www.hlj.com/product/GSC96543) for the cheapest price + ships to the US. .___.
Sorry for using you guys as my personal shopping buddies ><
lol, have fun with that. It's out of stock everywhere, bro. Who knows if it'll ever restock. You have to look on auction sites, pretty much. when you find it, it'll be like 2 times the original price, or a bootleg.
Zelkova
2010-11-16, 12:09 AM
lol, have fun with that. It's out of stock everywhere, bro. Who knows if it'll ever restock. You have to look on auction sites, pretty much. when you find it, it'll be like 2 times the original price, or a bootleg.
FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUCK
Wanted to ask, which method of shipping do you guys use when ordering from Japanese sites?
-EMS
-Registered SAL
-Unregistered SAL
I've been using nothing else but unregistered SAL, and all of my packages have been fine so far. I might do an EMS for my upcoming figure that's worth about 80 USD though. :| Don't feel like having it being reported as "lost" and then losing the money I made on my purchase, etc
PS: For Zelkova: http://www.figure.fm/post/en/19028/B+RS+manufacturing+defect.html
Zelkova
2010-11-16, 10:56 AM
bad news just keeps getting piled on top of bad news.
Good news is, now you'll stay away from that particular BRS (I would hope so!). You could always go for a figma, or a Nendoroid. Those are a lot cheaper. If you're going for PVCs, the details are going to be massive, that and it's usually 1/6 - 1/8, so it'll be expensive anyways. :/ If you need any further assistance, lemme know. But if you're still going for this particular figure, it's not gonna go well.
Zelkova
2010-11-16, 11:04 AM
Good news is, now you'll stay away from that particular BRS (I would hope so!). You could always go for a figma, or a Nendoroid. Those are a lot cheaper. If you're going for PVCs, the details are going to be massive, that and it's usually 1/6 - 1/8, so it'll be expensive anyways. :/ If you need any further assistance, lemme know. But if you're still going for this particular figure, it's not gonna go well.
Yeah... i figured. >< Oh well, Ill break the news to her later.
Meanwhile I will keep looking for a replacement.
Thanks Khoi.
Yeah... i figured. >< Oh well, Ill break the news to her later.
Meanwhile I will keep looking for a replacement.
Thanks Khoi.
No probs, dood!
xBTAx
2010-11-17, 07:55 PM
There was a quality issue with it anyway; they, uh, somehow forgot to put the star on her jacket...
Also, BRS: I have the Figma and Nendo, as well as Dead Master's Figma... but only the BRS Nendo is out right now. I've been waiting to fix the di:stage I broke so I can make a little battle scene before I put BRS and DM up, but I haven't gotten around to buying the plastic glue I need... >.>
Kunagisa
2010-11-17, 11:51 PM
http://www.biginjap.com/pvc-figures/1639-touhou-project-hakurei-reimu-doujin-figure.html
http://www.otacute.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=11225
SO SEXY.
SO EXPENSIVE.
MY WALLET CANNOT HANDLE.
SOMEONE, PLEASE SPARE ME THIS AGONY!
Wasn't this a GK a while back? Guess they're mass-producing it.
Beginning of Dec 2010 = release date, huh? Wow... x_o That price, ugh. :|
D-post, but oh well. How to take care of your figures:
http://www.figure.fm/post/en/19118/How+to+take+care+of+your+PVC+figure+s.html
Interesting find. Lol@put your figure(s) in the freezer
xBTAx
2010-11-18, 02:21 PM
...huh. They just did another "so limited you'll never see it" re-release of some GL revoltechs. Super Galaxy and Arc, in this case.
...so no TTGL, still. I will get you someday! (But how will I afford you? Or buy you, even, since the only reason I caught the Eva/Yotsuba re-release was Tomopop reporting on it...) :f4:
And Khoi, I'm guessing this is a DO WANT for you. (http://tomopop.com/these-wargreymon-and-omegamon-galleries-makes-me-want-more-digimon-figures-15815.phtml)
Smooth Criminal
2010-11-18, 02:43 PM
Question aimed at Khoi and Spidey, since you fellows have a good idea of a few characters, games, or series I'm interested in and what to look out for when I'm looking for a figure: recommend me a figure about $50 USD or under, preferably from a US-based store. I'm looking for something with a lot of personality (funny is a plus) and nothing too "kawaii". Posable or non-posable doesn't matter.
Not really bad news, but something you guys also might want to know. Shipments sent from an unmarked or anonymous package from Japan to the US and its territories that are larger than 453 grams (which is about 1 pound) will be halted starting November 17. Fortunately enough, all major sellers for merchandise are in contract with Japan Post according to response from AmiAmi to an email inquiry about this. So to speak, sites like AmiAmi aren't affected, which is fortunate for us. Won't affect us for the most part at all, but still, something you should know.
Source (http://www.post.japanpost.jp/whats_new/2010/1112_02_c01.pdf)
...huh. They just did another "so limited you'll never see it" re-release of some GL revoltechs. Super Galaxy and Arc, in this case.
...so no TTGL, still. I will get you someday! (But how will I afford you? Or buy you, even, since the only reason I caught the Eva/Yotsuba re-release was Tomopop reporting on it...) :f4:i
And Khoi, I'm guessing this is a DO WANT for you. (http://tomopop.com/these-wargreymon-and-omegamon-galleries-makes-me-want-more-digimon-figures-15815.phtml)
Omega/Omnimon, DO WANT. Wargreymon, eh. I love Wargreymon to death, but if I really had to pick, it'd be Omegamon for sure. The model kit is only around 35 USD (or less) on AmiAmi for Omegamon, thinking of getting it some time in the future, but I think it was sold out atm anyways. /sadface
Question aimed at Khoi and Spidey, since you fellows have a good idea of a few characters, games, or series I'm interested in and what to look out for when I'm looking for a figure: recommend me a figure about $50 USD or under, preferably from a US-based store. I'm looking for something with a lot of personality (funny is a plus) and nothing too "kawaii". Posable or non-posable doesn't matter.
Also, bad news for some of you guys. Shipments from Japan to the US and its territories that are larger than 453 grams (which is about 1 pound) will be halted starting November 17- unless you've got a business contract, but that clause isn't really related to us at all. The point is this:
http://imgur.com/DDBnW.jpg
http://www.post.japanpost.jp/whats_new/2010/1112_02_c01.pdf
I could have looked at anything, but kinda shuddered when I noticed "US based store". All of my stuff are either from Japan, or from people from the US that bought figures from Japan and selling them of figure.fm or whatever. You're not allowed to shop online, right? Hmm. I'll post more when I can think of something, as for now, no idea.
Smooth Criminal
2010-11-18, 03:05 PM
I could have looked at anything, but kinda shuddered when I noticed "US based store". All of my stuff are either from Japan, or from people from the US that bought figures from Japan and selling them of figure.fm or whatever. You're not allowed to shop online, right? Hmm. I'll post more when I can think of something, as for now, no idea.
No, I'm referring to an online store too.
No, I'm referring to an online store too.
Would Amazon or something suffice? Because I don't trust eBay as much. But yeah, I'll look into this a bit. Probably gonna look for TTGL figures for ya then.
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Smooth Criminal
2010-11-18, 03:09 PM
Would Amazon or something suffice? Because I don't trust eBay as much. But yeah, I'll look into this a bit. Probably gonna look for TTGL figures for ya then.
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Yes, Amazon is cool with me. In fact, Amazon is one of my best options, since I've got access to free shipping there.
And right, no auction sites.
Yes, Amazon is cool with me. In fact, Amazon is one of my best options, since I've got access to free shipping there.
And right, no auction sites.
I bought this last time from this seller, came in mint-condition, etc etc etc. Not sure if you've seen Eva, but:
Here (http://www.amazon.com/Neon-Genesis-Evangelion-Ayanami-Statue/dp/B000NHTGM8/ref=pd_ys_iyr_img)
Dunno if that's the kinda stuff you like though, if you want a picture of it, I can always try taking a picture of the one I have in my room.
Kunagisa
2010-11-18, 03:22 PM
Question aimed at Khoi and Spidey, since you fellows have a good idea of a few characters, games, or series I'm interested in and what to look out for when I'm looking for a figure: recommend me a figure about $50 USD or under, preferably from a US-based store. I'm looking for something with a lot of personality (funny is a plus) and nothing too "kawaii". Posable or non-posable doesn't matter.
Gurren Lagann? (http://www.amazon.com/Revoltech-Gurren-Lagann-Action-Figure/dp/B00166VEHK/ref=pd_sim_t_5)
Tengen Toppa isn't on sale anymore, but that went for about the same price. There's also a full drill (http://www.amazon.com/Revoltech-Tengen-Gurren-Lagann-Fulldrillized/dp/B001G65930/ref=pd_sim_t_1) one for cheaper, and then there's just Gurren and Lagann sold together (http://www.amazon.com/Revoltech-No-66-Gureen-Lagann-Figure/dp/B0027FF4M0/ref=pd_sim_t_5).
I bought this last time from this seller, came in mint-condition, etc etc etc. Not sure if you've seen Eva, but:
Here (http://www.amazon.com/Neon-Genesis-Evangelion-Ayanami-Statue/dp/B000NHTGM8/ref=pd_ys_iyr_img)
Dunno if that's the kinda stuff you like though, if you want a picture of it, I can always try taking a picture of the one I have in my room.
He's not going to get this.
Edit:
Yotsuba (http://www.kirinhobby.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=1320) being sold again. It's the same one I have. There's also Ena (http://www.toystoreinc.com/servlet/the-7440/Yotsuba%26!-cln--Ena-Ayase-1-fdsh-8/Detail) if you like her more.
Edit 2:
You can check out Kirinhobby for some stuff nice stuff. I believe it's US based, but lemme double check in a bit. $50 is your budget, so maybe one of the Nendoroids they have there.
HMO Miku (http://www.kirinhobby.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=3401)
Normal Miku (http://www.kirinhobby.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=1841)
Hinagiku (http://www.kirinhobby.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=3396)
Hayate (http://www.kirinhobby.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=3400)
Nagi (http://www.kirinhobby.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=3403)
Kunagisa
2010-11-18, 03:34 PM
Double posting for BTA
http://www.kirinhobby.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=1809
Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann. Get it before it sells out.
Yeah, best bet is to find TTGL stuff from Revoltech. It's cheap and the quality seems to be pretty decent. Because most of my stuff are bishoujos, and the majority of it, I ordered from AmiAmi. :x Btw, Spidey, I was looking for that very specific TTGL figurine, thanks! I saw it on someone's picture once, but didn't know where I'd have to go to order it. Hmmmmm! So tempting!
Kunagisa
2010-11-18, 03:46 PM
Khoi, I got a figure you're ganna love.
Thank me later (http://www.kirinhobby.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=2546).
Khoi, I got a figure you're ganna love.
Thank me later (http://www.kirinhobby.com/shop/product_info.php?products_id=2546).
8|
Die.
xBTAx
2010-11-18, 04:21 PM
Omega/Omnimon, DO WANT. Wargreymon, eh. I love Wargreymon to death, but if I really had to pick, it'd be Omegamon for sure. The model kit is only around 35 USD (or less) on AmiAmi for Omegamon, thinking of getting it some time in the future, but I think it was sold out atm anyways. /sadface
I could have looked at anything, but kinda shuddered when I noticed "US based store". All of my stuff are either from Japan, or from people from the US that bought figures from Japan and selling them of figure.fm or whatever. You're not allowed to shop online, right? Hmm. I'll post more when I can think of something, as for now, no idea.
Pretty sure that model kit is totally different than the one I linked- I did see that too before I linked you (I was checking if the new one was on AmiAmi already), but this one isn't supposed to be out for a while, and it's a D-Arts.
ALSO, TTGL ORDERED, THANK YOU SO MUCH.
...how2payfor
Kurtle
2010-11-18, 05:29 PM
Turning this into a can you find thread very quickly.
I've never bought or seen a figure in real life before. I'm interested in purchasing one, less than 30 dollars preferably but this isn't a strict limit. I'm interested in either Eva01/02 or maybe Lelouch, or even a Tales of Vesperia character if they can be found. Your help is greatl appreciated by this rookie
Smooth Criminal
2010-11-18, 05:44 PM
The three Gurren Laganns have some pretty good looking poses, except I can't see the full-Drillized Gurren Lagann very well in Amazon's preview or its poses; but I'm sure it's pretty cool too. Likely gonna go with the first one. Also going to grab Yotsuba as well.
Also adding Nendoroid Sebastian Michaelis to my to-buy list, because I just remembered about it recently; and it has some pretty awesome faces. Discovered this one a while ago from an image Khoi showed me, but I forgot about it.
As far as pre-orders go, I'm really interested in HMO Miku, because the accessories look great. The drumset looks like it'd be awesome to work with (and I also need a drummer for my band of figs, haha). Also, I definitely don't want to miss out on re-release of Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann.
Thanks, sis. Also, thanks for helping also, Khoi.
Kunagisa
2010-11-18, 05:54 PM
Turning this into a can you find thread very quickly.
I've never bought or seen a figure in real life before. I'm interested in purchasing one, less than 30 dollars preferably but this isn't a strict limit. I'm interested in either Eva01/02 or maybe Lelouch, or even a Tales of Vesperia character if they can be found. Your help is greatl appreciated by this rookie
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=revoltech+eva&x=0&y=0
Pick out from there. Revoltech is who you look for when it comes to mech figures.
xBTAx
2010-11-18, 06:19 PM
In the very small amount of time I've spent in /toy/, I've actually heard that the Robot Damashiis for 01 and 02 are somewhat better than the Revoltechs, though they cost a bit more.
As far as Vesperia... There's a number of figures out/coming out, but I'm not sure how interested you'll be (as I don't know what you think of which characters): here (http://www.amiami.jp/shop?set=english&vgform=SearchProducts&sort_1_name=UpdateDate&sort_1_direction=DESC&results_per_page=40&max_results=0&next=Next&previous=Previous&template=default/product/e_search_results.html&no_results_template=default/product/no_results.html&vgvar_1_name=e_keyword&vgvar_1_value=Vesperia&vgvar_1_operator=LIKE).
EDIT: Actually, if you want 01, there's a new Revoltech of it coming out in January. (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-RBT-1337&template=default/product/e_display.html)
Tales figures are hard to come by, but I believe that there are some TotA & ToV figures. There's an upcoming Flynn (I think this was his name from ToV) figure, it's PVC too iirc. Forgot about price, but the price was pretty high.
PS: You welcome, Smooth.
Kurtle
2010-11-18, 06:31 PM
Hrmmm, I'm looking for Estelle to be specific. Is there any reason to wait for the new one, or are the old ones the exact same with less adjustments?
Smooth Criminal
2010-11-18, 06:45 PM
Hrmmm, I'm looking for Estelle to be specific. Is there any reason to wait for the new one, or are the old ones the exact same with less adjustments?
There's an Estelle about 4 inches high that comes with Judith, Yuri, Karol, and a "secret character" who I believe is Repede.
Here you go. (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=FIG-COL-2166&template=default/product/e_display.html)
Kurtle
2010-11-18, 06:47 PM
Link?
And I think I found the figure I want...Link. (http://www.amazon.com/Revoltech-Eva-01-Movie-Action-Figure/dp/B000RE4UJ6/ref=sr_1_2?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1290127007&sr=1-2&dropdown-selection=jokllxnuto) I have free two-day shipping too, but I'm not sure if it's a good buy or not. There's also these two, but I'm not hugely liking the mass production or the Eva 02 they offer.Eva 02. (http://www.amazon.com/Revoltech-EVA-02-New-Movie-Edition/dp/B0029NZTMK/ref=sr_1_7?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1290127165&sr=1-7)Mass-Production Eva (http://www.amazon.com/Revoltech-Genesis-Evangelion-Mass-Production-Version/dp/B000ORC6O2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1290126264&sr=8-2)
Any comments/concerns?
Prices seems a bit high to me. In VB class right now, so I can't search anything. But if I'm free later tonight, I'll do sum searchin' for ya.
Kurtle
2010-11-18, 06:59 PM
The only thing is it's through Amazon and I could have it Monday and not pay shipping...
xBTAx
2010-11-18, 09:01 PM
Link?
And I think I found the figure I want...Link. (http://www.amazon.com/Revoltech-Eva-01-Movie-Action-Figure/dp/B000RE4UJ6/ref=sr_1_2?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1290127007&sr=1-2&dropdown-selection=jokllxnuto) I have free two-day shipping too, but I'm not sure if it's a good buy or not. There's also these two, but I'm not hugely liking the mass production or the Eva 02 they offer.Eva 02. (http://www.amazon.com/Revoltech-EVA-02-New-Movie-Edition/dp/B0029NZTMK/ref=sr_1_7?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1290127165&sr=1-7)Mass-Production Eva (http://www.amazon.com/Revoltech-Genesis-Evangelion-Mass-Production-Version/dp/B000ORC6O2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1290126264&sr=8-2)
Any comments/concerns?
Well, like I said earlier, there's a new 01 coming out in January with some nice extras (http://bit.ly/bZj4zT), but if you want that now (and want something that's ~$10 cheaper after shipping than the new one), then I see nothing wrong with getting it instead.
Like Khoi said, the cost might be a little high, but the free shipping makes up for that.
Smooth Criminal
2010-11-18, 09:21 PM
Link?
Did you see the edit I made with the link? Not sure if you saw it.
Is this an error? Or were they really giving this away for free...?
Click here for a figure that is labeled as "0 JPY". (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=FIG-MOE-0983&template=default/product/e_display.html)
>_>
Sold out, DERP.
xBTAx
2010-11-19, 11:47 PM
Don't know if anyone's interested, but someone on Tomopop posted about it, so here: http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=FIG-IPN-1209&template=default/product/e_display.html
Also, a heads-up: AmiAmi's had to scale back on what sales they can offer to international customers. If you ever find something that's really cheap, but won't let you buy it if you're not using the JP site: switch to JP, put it in your cart, and switch back.
Don't know if anyone's interested, but someone on Tomopop posted about it, so here: http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=FIG-IPN-1209&template=default/product/e_display.html
Also, a heads-up: AmiAmi's had to scale back on what sales they can offer to international customers. If you ever find something that's really cheap, but won't let you buy it if you're not using the JP site: switch to JP, put it in your cart, and switch back.
Thanks for the heads-up about the switch-to-Japanese-site thing, haha. Didn't realize about that.
Also, any of you guys know where I can get these strange cubes things / holders under the figures?
Figure.fm (http://www.figure.fm/post/en/19241/Woot+new+room+design.html)
Noticed that below some of his PVCs, there's something underneath it to push it up a lot higher. It's like a stand. Wondering what they are, and where he got it at. That's a good idea for show-casing off your figures. I'm also going to be buying one of those IKEA cases very shortly. I just searched for the closest IKEA, and the address was listed as "pittsburgh", so I always assumed it was 45 mins away (because that's how far Pittsburgh is). But it was actually in a Shopping Center or something near my current university. Only 5-10 minutes further away. So I'll be buying a case really soon, hopefully before Christmas.
Also thinking about buying it on Black Friday. >_> Even though I work 9PM [Thursday] - 9AM [Friday], I'll probably be out with some friends for some beer early morning, then I might head off to IKEA afterwards.
xBTAx
2010-11-20, 01:10 PM
These? (http://www.containerstore.com/shop/collections/display/frames?productId=10019504)
I'll get you a better link when I'm not posting from my iTouch, so I'll edit this in a bit.
EDIT: Ok, like all things on this subject, I have to refer to information I learned from Tomopop. So here's an article on displays/organization (http://tomopop.com/a-collector-s-take-organizing-and-displaying-your-collection-14531.phtml). :p
Here's what you probably want, though. (http://www.containerstore.com/shop?showDS=true&Nmpt=&Ntt=amac+boxes&submit.x=0&submit.y=0&submit=search)
...I should probably get an Ikea case (detlof, right?) one of these days. Dunno if I could fit in my room, though.
These? (http://www.containerstore.com/shop/collections/display/frames?productId=10019504)
I'll get you a better link when I'm not posting from my iTouch, so I'll edit this in a bit.
EDIT: Ok, like all things on this subject, I have to refer to information I learned from Tomopop. So here's an article on displays/organization (http://tomopop.com/a-collector-s-take-organizing-and-displaying-your-collection-14531.phtml). :p
Here's what you probably want, though. (http://www.containerstore.com/shop?showDS=true&Nmpt=&Ntt=amac+boxes&submit.x=0&submit.y=0&submit=search)
...I should probably get an Ikea case (detlof, right?) one of these days. Dunno if I could fit in my room, though.
Perfect. Just what I needed to know and see. :) Thanks, BTA! I'll read more into this tonight, kinda busy atm though.
xBTAx
2010-11-20, 10:42 PM
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@_@
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c189/bobtheadventurer/655b8c00.jpg
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@_@
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c189/bobtheadventurer/655b8c00.jpg
Wait, that one's your's? Very nice. Ya know, she does look like she's modeled after Rei. Really. I know she's from Haruhi though ^
xBTAx
2010-11-21, 01:35 AM
Wait, that one's your's? Very nice. Ya know, she does look like she's modeled after Rei. Really. I know she's from Haruhi though ^
Yeah, that's mine, on my desk. I plan on keeping her there, but like most Nendoroids she's kinda wobbly (her stand thing is... odd- the thing around her legs has to be titled sideways a little to have her stand up like that), and this desk is both not amazingly sturdy and in a room where people are likely to bang into it, so... yeah, might move her to my room sooner rather than later.
Kunagisa
2010-11-21, 06:52 PM
Yeah, that's mine, on my desk. I plan on keeping her there, but like most Nendoroids she's kinda wobbly (her stand thing is... odd- the thing around her legs has to be titled sideways a little to have her stand up like that), and this desk is both not amazingly sturdy and in a room where people are likely to bang into it, so... yeah, might move her to my room sooner rather than later.
My Black Rock Shooter figma always wobbles on my computer table as I type, but I just get used to it. As long as she doesn't fall off balance, I'm fine with her being there.
xBTAx
2010-11-21, 08:33 PM
My Black Rock Shooter figma always wobbles on my computer table as I type, but I just get used to it. As long as she doesn't fall off balance, I'm fine with her being there.
It's this desk more than her- it's shaky by design, and she's fallen over a bit too much to my liking in the past two days alone. I've decided to just put her in my room.
Though, when HMO Miku comes out, I'm hoping her stand will allow her to stay on the desk without too much trouble... we'll see, I guess.
Doing this on Black Friday when I purchase my Detolf:
Detolf+Dioder (http://bluebluewave.wordpress.com/2009/11/15/detolf-with-dioder/)
PS: Just got an email from AmiAmi, guess I'll be getting that one figure real soon~
Hello Khoi,
Your payment for ¥6,310 JPY to e_support@amiami.com has been sent.
It may take a few moments for this transaction to appear in the Recent Activity list on your Account Overview.
Currency conversion: $78.16 USD = ¥6,310 JPY
The exchange rate for this purchase is 1 USD = 80.7318 JPY
Kunagisa
2010-11-30, 11:12 AM
https://www.first4figures.com/images/stories/products/ZTPWLX/horizontal.jpg
https://www.first4figures.com/component/option,com_myphp/Itemid,3/product,82/
DAT
PRICE TAG
PS: Just got an email from AmiAmi, guess I'll be getting that one figure real soon~
What figure? The Twilight one? You got ripped off, sis. I gave you a link where it was fairly cheap!
xBTAx
2010-12-05, 06:44 PM
So I just bought my first model kit (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=TOY-GDM-1267&template=default/product/e_display.html) (got it from HLJ though, due to their shipping sale making it a little cheaper). Here's hoping I don't screw it up, though as I don't have any ties to what its from I won't be trying to paint it or anything, so it should be easy. (As to why I bought it... (http://tomopop.com/hey-guys-check-out-this-bear-gundam-16149.phtml#comments))
Kunagisa
2010-12-17, 06:23 PM
'Sup guys, check out what came in the mail today
http://img443.imageshack.us/img443/3940/img6548k.jpg
http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/7755/tiholdallthesetouhous.jpg
http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/5539/img6549f.jpg
http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/5774/img6551c.jpg
I also got my Lazengann a week or two ago, I took pictures of it as well, and I'll post those when I'm not lazy, along with my review of it.
butterfλi
2010-12-17, 06:27 PM
Did you purposely put Remi in front of "Chibi Vampire" or was it just an ironic coincidence?
Got a special Aya figure in the mail from a friend overseas. I'll have to take a picture soon, she's pretty hardcore expensive, around 150 USD.
Kunagisa
2010-12-17, 06:41 PM
Did you purposely put Remi in front of "Chibi Vampire" or was it just an ironic coincidence?
Coincidence. I have Chibi vampire at the top of my bookshelf (well, the part where the books actually start and the figures end is the 3rd row, but you get the point) and use that shelf for easy picture taking because it's at almost eye level with me. The Lazengann images I took a week or two ago use the same shelf. I didn't realize until I uploaded them to my computer.
Edit: Oh, I didn't notice. Apparently for Lazengann I used the shelf below, but around the same area, since Hayate is aligned right below Karin (I hate using the name Tokyopop gave it).
http://img526.imageshack.us/img526/3686/img6525p.jpg
lol I have .hack//Legend of the Twilight too, all 3. >_>
PS: Nice Lazengann.
fataldeath
2010-12-17, 06:58 PM
'Sup guys, check out what came in the mail today
http://img443.imageshack.us/img443/3940/img6548k.jpg
http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/7755/tiholdallthesetouhous.jpg
http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/5539/img6549f.jpg
http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/5774/img6551c.jpg
I also got my Lazengann a week or two ago, I took pictures of it as well, and I'll post those when I'm not lazy, along with my review of it.
http://myfigurecollection.net/figure/22807_chen
prob not a problem if you wanted the figures themselves
Kunagisa
2010-12-17, 07:00 PM
Right, so I already went through the trouble of digging the image up.
http://img94.imageshack.us/img94/193/img6521u.jpg
The figure is very nice, and the detailing is certainly lovely, especially for the price.
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TP3vWbH48KI/AAAAAAAAAMA/veM6u1PbrKQ/s1600/IMG_6524.jpg
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TP3vW150lXI/AAAAAAAAAME/HPIsjv4IFNY/s1600/IMG_6545.jpg
So I get this, and take it out the box. Oh boy, the accessories look nice, the figure looks nice, the paint job doesn't look cheap, everything is fine. But...how the hell do I balance this thing? This is by far one of the most unbalanced figures I've ever purchased. Maybe I'm just bad at balancing, but the long stick part of the base that comes with Revoltech's as to use his tail as the base to hold the figure up. I found that to be a rather awkward place to hold the figure up. There's also this strange little small piece of the stand that didn't come with any of my other Revoltech figures.
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TP3wI2vmGuI/AAAAAAAAAMI/ddFW7XRsOAM/s1600/IMG_6542.jpg
It's supposed to go into the spot where the long stick part of the base goes, but if I'm having problems balancing this figure normally, I can't imagine this little piece will do any better with that. Here's a professional image of the figure using this piece.
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_YF1tNfQVN8w/TJNmZq1C5LI/AAAAAAABT_4/IJA0-CPumDE/s1600/10.jpg
I've no idea how the hell you'd get to do this. It's simply too much weight being distributed to one part of the base, and there's hardly anything to weigh down the other end, or keep it sturdy. Seriously, maybe I'm overlooking something. That's a really big turnoff, because it limits the poses I can do with my figure. Or, if I do find the right pose, I'd have to take forever to balance it. Once it's balanced, it's easy to topple over because of the weight, and once it's toppled I'd have to go through balancing it all over again. It's my one gripe with this figure so far, and it's the largest one. I notice bad paint jobs, or unsmooth edges on figures, but it doesn't bother me if I can at least make them look nice. This is hard to do that with, because of how unbalanced it is. So, in the next shots, you'll see me using a volume of Sayonara Zetsubou Sensei to weigh the base down enough so the figure can actually make some poses.
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TP3xkUQgp1I/AAAAAAAAAMM/1vLxDECXpXE/s1600/IMG_6527.jpg
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TP3x0GP9-VI/AAAAAAAAAMQ/An9qEoZlx4Y/s1600/IMG_6531.jpg
Oh, right! One thing I like about Revoltech figures! You can mix and match parts, much like how you can swap Nendoroid faces! I'm using Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann's drill for Lazengann's tail, just for the hell of it. And here's a Frankenstein figure I made.
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TP3yQL3DEjI/AAAAAAAAAMY/zTyN8KFCpZc/s1600/IMG_6532.jpg
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TP3yP8pUoKI/AAAAAAAAAMU/RdEHg3GzxPk/s1600/IMG_6533.jpg
Now, let me make a comment about the accessories. They're nice, but some are a bit of an annoyance. Obviously, this also comes with lots of different hands for extra poses. The drills that it comes with have to be placed between the revolver join and the joint socket. It keeps them in place nicely, but prevents the joint from fully fitting into the socket, meaning it'll be a bit loose and difficult to pose around. They still look pretty cool though.
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TP3ypbtf6MI/AAAAAAAAAMc/D_GLww1FrQk/s1600/IMG_6535.jpg
It also comes with this jetpack thing that Gurren Lagann uses in the anime. The wings aren't included. I assume they came with another Gurren Lagann figure. In any case, I don't have the Gurren Lagann figure this is used for, so I guess I can just use it to make my Metagross look like a tank or something.
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TP3zhuv_59I/AAAAAAAAAMg/7CDMgicYR6A/s1600/IMG_6539.jpg
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TP3z6iKHoJI/AAAAAAAAAMk/XW_ggFtc7n0/s1600/IMG_6543.jpg
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TP3z60S8JaI/AAAAAAAAAMo/_8JHHrtnSCU/s1600/IMG_6538.jpg
Here's a size comparison of it next to Tengen Toppa. The size is reasonable, to tell you the truth. I would like it a bit larger (maybe they could fit the socket that you connect to the base in a more convenient spot with more space), but it's fine like this. I'm still messing around with the figure to see if I can get a nice pose with it. I don't regret the purchase, it's a really nice figure. I just wish it was easier for me to pose around. Most of my other Revoltechs have no problem being put into multiple different poses and staying balanced.
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TP30AQB2GrI/AAAAAAAAAMs/9Zfy4BeZMAc/s1600/IMG_6544.jpg
Sorry for some rather bad quality images. I don't usually photograph. In fact, I don't recall really picking up a camera many times before, because I've had no need to photograph anything.
Overall, it was a nice buy. The figure itself isn't really what's flawed, it's the stand. Of course, it's just using the standard Revoltech stand of the little black V, but they really should have come up with something more suitable for this. It's really hard to balance. My other figures usually have the main socket somewhere on their lower torso, which is a strong spot to hold the figure up. Putting the base on the tail makes it really unbalanced. I supposed I'd be able to balance this better if I removed the tail and used the empty socket to hold the figure instead, but I really shouldn't have to do something like that.
I later found a post by someone that had similar problems, and they used a Figma stand instead. I used one, and it fits perfectly into the Revoltech slot. So I guess I'll use a Figma stand for this instead and toss the normal stand into my closet or something.
http://myfigurecollection.net/figure/22807_chen
prob not a problem if you wanted the figures themselves
Oh, forgot to mention that I was aware of the small Toe Hoes being bootleg. I got them at a super discount price that didn't even bother me. I don't usually buy bootlegs because they tend to look really bad and aren't worth it, hence Chen's bad paint job. Some of them are decent quality though, those are the ones I kept in my room while stuffing the others away. Remilia is authentic though.
Hey, as long as it works for you. I have a bootleg ToeHoe plushie, but that's about it. No bootleg figures. It's not a problem at all. Also, nice review!
Kunagisa
2010-12-17, 07:51 PM
Kuroneko Nendoroid. (http://ameblo.jp/gsc-mikatan-e/entry-10738639489.html)
http://img833.imageshack.us/img833/595/o0500043910920861527.jpg
Take my money, Good Smile. Take it.
Kuroneko Nendoroid. (http://ameblo.jp/gsc-mikatan-e/entry-10738639489.html)
http://stat001.ameba.jp/user_images/20101216/12/gsc-mikatan/06/38/j/o0500043910920861527.jpg
Take my money, Good Smile. Take it.
I actually saw some ss'es of this a while back on figure.fm, because it's a Nendo, shouldn't be pricey AT ALL. But because it IS Kuroneko, better pre-order/buy it before supplies runs out~. Did you bought your's already? Assuming it came out?
EDIT: Nvm, site says it comes out tmr. GL to those that are planning to get it, you'll surely be competing against others! Let's see who gets in dose pwe-ordahs.
Dyxanije
2010-12-17, 08:00 PM
Kuroneko Nendoroid. (http://ameblo.jp/gsc-mikatan-e/entry-10738639489.html)
http://stat001.ameba.jp/user_images/20101216/12/gsc-mikatan/06/38/j/o0500043910920861527.jpg
Take my money, Good Smile. Take it.
I'm normally not one to buy figures, but dammit, I want to get that one.
@Khoi's edit
Are the figures in limited supply or something?
I'm normally not one to buy figures, but dammit, I want to get that one.
@Khoi's edit
Are the figures in limited supply or something?
Usually. I know for AmiAmi, it's very possible. Depends on the supply and how many customers demands it. Ex:
This (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=FIG-MOE-2165&template=default/product/e_display.html)
Older pre-order figure, but still.
The only Ore no Imouto figure I recently pre-ordered was a Beach Queen ver. Kirino (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=FIG-MOE-2331&template=default/product/e_display.html)*, but I won't be getting that til March. Not interested in Nendoroids anymore.. I got a BRS Nendo, and that's really all I wanted. I actually don't like the interchangeable parts, because it's annoying for me to keep track of it.
* = Dat face! HNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNG-
Slightly unrelated, I packed up most of my figurines and put them back in their original boxes. I really would hate to see dust on them, and it bothers me a lot. I actually dust them weekly, and even then, it annoys me to see dust on them here and there. I just dusted them as much as I could, and put them back in the boxes. I only have my BRS Nendo, Race Queen Rei Ayanami, and a special edition / figure of Aya [Touhou] out on my desk. The rest, I packed up. Recently got a Fumino Serizawa figurine that I purchased too, she was around 80 USD or so, forgot. Still haven't opened her. <3 And I don't intend to.
Kunagisa
2010-12-17, 08:14 PM
I'm normally not one to buy figures, but dammit, I want to get that one.
@Khoi's edit
Are the figures in limited supply or something?
Most figures are sold in limited amounts and restock god knows when (if ever).
You get used to it when you collect figures. Have to keep up with the times or else you may miss your chance and never get it again unless you want to pay double the retail price on an auction site.
Most figures are sold in limited amounts and restock god knows when (if ever).
You get used to it when you collect figures. Have to keep up with the times or else you may miss your chance and never get it again unless you want to pay double the retail price on an auction site.
Seconding this. SO MUCH.
Yeah, sometimes, you only get one chance, it's all a matter of luck, and a lot of demand. Even of auction sites, sometimes, the prices can be ridiculous for older figurines that are no longer in production. I usually go the sales section on AmiAmi and check for what I want, even then, I don't always buy everything I see on there. Sometimes, I check multiple times a day, even if I think they might not update. Like that one time when I managed to get a Nendo BRS for around 1.2k JPY (cheap), considering that the full price was well over 2,000 JPY, last I checked.
xBTAx
2010-12-18, 02:08 AM
Hasn't GSC been doing made-to-order runs for Figmas and Nendos, though? I mean, that was true of BRS at least.
I got some new stuff and I still haven't opened some old stuff (BRS Figma, for one...). I've been lazy about gluing my broken di:stage together... so tomorrow I'm going to sit down and do that, and set all this up. Will probably take pics then.
...I will have to conquer 8 Nendoroid Petit stands first, though. That... won't be fun.
Kunagisa
2010-12-18, 08:33 AM
Hasn't GSC been doing made-to-order runs for Figmas and Nendos, though? I mean, that was true of BRS at least.
Made-to-order? As in, you place an order on their site and they'll have one in stock for you? That'd be a nice idea, but I don't think they do that. Otherwise we wouldn't be seeing figure prices skyrocket after they get sold out everywhere. They've yet to re-release their Sayonara Zetsubou Sensei Nendoroid, and I'd love to get my hands on one.
Hanabira.Kage
2010-12-18, 09:53 AM
Kuroneko Nendoroid. (http://ameblo.jp/gsc-mikatan-e/entry-10738639489.html)
http://img833.imageshack.us/img833/595/o0500043910920861527.jpg
Take my money, Good Smile. Take it.
GAHHHHH SHE'S TOO CUTEEEEEEEEEEEEE
I saw the Kirino one too...GAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
*makes Kirino's "it's so cute!" face*
Smooth Criminal
2010-12-18, 12:46 PM
Kuroneko Nendoroid. (http://ameblo.jp/gsc-mikatan-e/entry-10738639489.html)
http://img833.imageshack.us/img833/595/o0500043910920861527.jpg
Take my soul, Good Smile. Take it.
Fixed.
http://stat001.ameba.jp/user_images/20101216/12/gsc-mikatan/0f/2c/j/o0500047010920861529.jpg
What a great pose. If I bought this Kuroneko Nendo, I probably would have her in this pose most of the time.
I'll be getting a Remilia Nendo of my own some time soon, also.
xBTAx
2010-12-18, 03:06 PM
Made-to-order? As in, you place an order on their site and they'll have one in stock for you? That'd be a nice idea, but I don't think they do that. Otherwise we wouldn't be seeing figure prices skyrocket after they get sold out everywhere. They've yet to re-release their Sayonara Zetsubou Sensei Nendoroid, and I'd love to get my hands on one.
Well, they sold over 160,000 Nendoroid and Figma BRSs combined. So... yeah. I'm not sure what individual releases have gone that route since, but I haven't seen any Nendoroids/Figmas sell out while in pre-orders either, compared to when the K-ON Figmas sold out within minutes.
xBTAx
2010-12-18, 10:26 PM
Double posting, but...
Nendoroid Petit Kagami's stand went in fine after I heated it.
Putting in Nendoroid Petit Tsukasa's stand took around 20 minutes.
Figma Luka's stand then BROKE BEFORE I COULD EVEN TRY TO PUT IT IN LUKA, though thankfully in a way glue will fix.
Figma BRS's gun hand DOES NOT WANT TO ATTACH TO HER ARM, so trying again tomorrow.
On to AngelBeats! NP sets... Yusa went first, and... her stand broke. In a way I CAN'T FIX. Thankfully, Shiina comes with an extra stand due to her alternate legs, but I first have to remove the broken part from Yusa's base. While trying to do, I ragequit.
TRYING AGAIN TOMORROW. AND GLUING THINGS. ;_;
(And now my index fingers hurt due to the NP stands...)
I got this figure for Christmas from a friend (http://www.figure.fm/post/en/20663/A+friend+gave+me+this+for+Christmas.html)
Thanks again to that person!
Kunagisa
2010-12-20, 06:53 PM
I got this figure for Christmas from a friend (http://www.figure.fm/post/en/20663/A+friend+gave+me+this+for+Christmas.html)
Thanks again to that person!
>Getting someone a $150 figure
What a bro.
>Getting someone a $150 figure
What a bro.
He actually bought it from toylet. I didn't even realized how expensive it was til I looked up the price. I almost shat my pants.
Kunagisa
2010-12-20, 06:56 PM
He actually bought it from toylet. I didn't even realized how expensive it was til I looked up the price. I almost shat my pants.
When it first came out it was about ￥7,000 if I remember correctly. But it's sold out everywhere by now, so people can get away with raising the price so much.
When it first came out it was about ￥7,000 if I remember correctly. But it's sold out everywhere by now, so people can get away with raising the price so much.
Oh, really? I didn't know about the original price. YIPES. That's only around 80 USD or so, I would assume. So it practically doubled since then. Wow...
Double-posting anyways, since this post is irrelevant to the previous discussion. Have you guys looked at some Otaku rooms recently? I stumbled upon this one, and this is one of the more neater rooms I've seen. I've seen some really far-out there stuff that probably costed thousands of dollars, but still, I like this room since it's extremely bright and tidy.
dis (http://www.figure.fm/post/en/20746/Krasters+Room.html)
:v
Kunagisa
2010-12-21, 05:39 PM
Double-posting anyways, since this post is irrelevant to the previous discussion. Have you guys looked at some Otaku rooms recently? I stumbled upon this one, and this is one of the more neater rooms I've seen. I've seen some really far-out there stuff that probably costed thousands of dollars, but still, I like this room since it's extremely bright and tidy.
dis (http://www.figure.fm/post/en/20746/Krasters+Room.html)
:v
http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/3495/1290851086833.jpg
Yeah, there are room threads on /jp/ all the time.
Smooth Criminal
2010-12-21, 07:33 PM
http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/3495/1290851086833.jpg
This is probably one of my favorite otaku rooms I've seen. It's got a lot of style and class- the wallpaper and the framed Umineko portraits along with other images look gorgeous and they also get along with the choice of furniture (the clock looks really nice over there). It has some generally strong unity and doesn't seem like a whacky collection of assorted merchandising. My props to this guy. (Wait, did I seriously just talk about interior decorating in a figure thread?)
I've seen a few pretty well organized ones, but haven't really saved much from room threads.
Kunagisa
2010-12-23, 04:47 PM
You guys see this cute geso figure yet? (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=FIG-MOE-2401&template=default/product/e_display.html)
http://www.amiami.jp/images/product/review/104/FIG-MOE-2401_07.jpg
Debating on whether I want that. I recently purchased a Kirino figure, so that's holding me back as-is. I don't like Squid-girl that much to purchase her, but I am slightly tempted.
xBTAx
2010-12-23, 05:53 PM
I'd love to get the DX version of that (since I like the dress and not the swimsuit), but I'm keeping myself to Nendo/Figma releases for now, since my budget isn't that big.
Smooth Criminal
2010-12-23, 07:33 PM
Preorders for the Kuroneko are now up on AmiAmi (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=FIG-MOE-2397&template=default/product/e_display.html). Gogogo.
xBTAx
2010-12-23, 09:06 PM
Ah... that reminds me. I know it isn't a figure, but I was pretty surprised when AmiAmi had these on their front page (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=CGD2-04303&template=default/product/e_display.html) a few days back, heh.
EDIT: DAMN YOUR EXCLUSIVES, GSC.
http://www.crypton.co.jp/img/special/snowmiku2011/test-yukimiku2.png
DAMN YOUR ADORABLE EXCLUSIVES.
Kunagisa
2010-12-25, 04:29 AM
You guys see this (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=FIG-COL-2824&template=default/product/e_display.html)?
http://www.amiami.jp/images/product/main/104/FIG-COL-2824.jpg
Holy shit, motherfucker. Look at them. Look. No, stop reading this, look at the figures.
Pre-ordered. So many orders, it's a good thing they're spaced out so much so I don't drop a huge load of cash at once.
Ah... that reminds me. I know it isn't a figure, but I was pretty surprised when AmiAmi had these on their front page (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=CGD2-04303&template=default/product/e_display.html) a few days back, heh.
Yeah, surprised me too, but it's overpriced. I'd love to get it, but not willing to pay that much for it.
EDIT: DAMN YOUR EXCLUSIVES, GSC.
http://www.crypton.co.jp/img/special/snowmiku2011/test-yukimiku2.png
DAMN YOUR ADORABLE EXCLUSIVES.
I hope Mandarake has her without a huge price increase after the festival.
Wait, is that another new Snow Miku? This one even looks cuter than the original Snow Miku. DO FACKIN' WANT.
xBTAx
2010-12-25, 11:29 AM
I have the first Snow Miku, but... it's so cute. And it's poseable (like the new Saber, HMO Miku, etc.) too... Agh, I need to find a way to afford it. And most proxies make you pay upfront, so... :x
Dyxanije
2010-12-27, 01:53 AM
Beach Queen ver. Kuroneko (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=FIG-MOE-2411&template=default/product/e_display.html)
HHHHHHHHHHHHNNNNNNNNNNNNNNGGGGGGGGGG
xBTAx
2010-12-28, 07:17 PM
Again, not exactly figure related, but... I don't know if you saw, Spidey, but Toranoana is actually selling the portraits from Umineko (http://www.toranoana.jp/mailorder/cit/pagekit/0000/00/04/000000042577/index.html). They're super expensive, though.
...I'd get one of those iPhone 4 cases if I, you know, actually had an iTouch 4G...
Kunagisa
2010-12-28, 11:23 PM
Again, not exactly figure related, but... I don't know if you saw, Spidey, but Toranoana is actually selling the portraits from Umineko (http://www.toranoana.jp/mailorder/cit/pagekit/0000/00/04/000000042577/index.html). They're super expensive, though.
...I'd get one of those iPhone 4 cases if I, you know, actually had an iTouch 4G...
Yeah, the portaits are nice but overpriced.
xBTAx
2010-12-29, 01:39 AM
A Figma of Suika was just announced... I'm guessing some of you are interested? (http://tomopop.com/and-the-next-touhou-project-figma-is-suika--16639.phtml?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter)
Kunagisa
2010-12-29, 03:16 AM
I don't get figmas much because I dislike how joints look.
I don't get figmas much because I dislike how joints look.
copy-pasting w/ edits
I don't get figmas much at all because I dislike how joints look.
Kunagisa
2010-12-29, 08:52 PM
'Sup guys, check out what came in the mail today:
http://img638.imageshack.us/img638/9104/img0018mk.jpg
xBTAx
2010-12-30, 01:00 AM
'Sup guys, check out what came in the mail today:
http://img638.imageshack.us/img638/9104/img0018mk.jpg
I love how the box it comes in has its face on the top. :3
Kunagisa
2010-12-30, 04:59 PM
I love how the box it comes in has its face on the top. :3
Yeah, I know. Here are some more pics:
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TRv1MvfEcVI/AAAAAAAAAOU/rRgXb_V2ye4/s1600/IMG_0013.JPG
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TRwBqnbPuSI/AAAAAAAAAO4/zpCjw5tXx7U/s1600/IMG_0023.JPG
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TRwBrEbqrPI/AAAAAAAAAO8/vKH2ZnobQl0/s1600/IMG_0024.JPG
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TRwBsKtb8uI/AAAAAAAAAPA/SmzKzwS7BE8/s1600/IMG_0025.JPG
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TRwBsVnPk4I/AAAAAAAAAPE/NwpaX5ou0cA/s1600/IMG_0026.JPG
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_u6CZNfw0OsA/TRwBs6k2njI/AAAAAAAAAPM/q2GxDpu5Bec/s1600/IMG_0028.JPG
GMSInfighter
2011-01-02, 09:12 PM
For anyone looking for that Snow Miku figure, Anime Jungle (Located in LA) just got a shipment of them and they seem to be priced fairly compared to some eBay prices and a few online retailers.
Just a heads up for those of you that fangasm'd over it.
http://www.animejungle.net/user/scripts/user/product.php?product_id=20272
For anyone looking for that Snow Miku figure, Anime Jungle (Located in LA) just got a shipment of them and they seem to be priced fairly compared to some eBay prices and a few online retailers.
Just a heads up for those of you that fangasm'd over it.
http://www.animejungle.net/user/scripts/user/product.php?product_id=20272
MY. C`OCK. HURTS.
DAT PRICE.
FFFFFFFFFFFF-
Kunagisa
2011-01-02, 11:22 PM
For anyone looking for that Snow Miku figure, Anime Jungle (Located in LA) just got a shipment of them and they seem to be priced fairly compared to some eBay prices and a few online retailers.
Just a heads up for those of you that fangasm'd over it.
http://www.animejungle.net/user/scripts/user/product.php?product_id=20272
Not the same one being released this month though. This one has A SCARF!
Not the same one being released this month though. This one has A SCARF!
Inb4 that version is like +10 more USD.
xBTAx
2011-01-03, 04:39 PM
Inb4 that version is like +10 more USD.
I bought the original from a proxy for around $60-70, shipping included. This one will probably be around the same price as the original, but I'll be using a cheaper proxy (though with conversion rates as they are, it'll probably even out...).
xBTAx
2011-01-15, 02:55 PM
Well, GSC's WonFes exclusives have been revealed. (http://tomopop.com/good-smile-company-unveils-their-winter-wonder-festival-exclusives-overseas-collectors-cry-16911.phtml)
Looks like I'll be trying to get Mato and Snow Miku. The NP set would be nice, but I'm going to have to struggle to get anything as is...
Well, GSC's WonFes exclusives have been revealed. (http://tomopop.com/good-smile-company-unveils-their-winter-wonder-festival-exclusives-overseas-collectors-cry-16911.phtml)
Looks like I'll be trying to get Mato and Snow Miku. The NP set would be nice, but I'm going to have to struggle to get anything as is...
Looks like I'm waiting til Feb 13th.
Smooth Criminal
2011-01-15, 11:29 PM
I wasn't convinced at first when I first heard about the new Snow Miku, as all I heard was that it all this version was was just a scarf added to it. But when I looked at this figure and the new features, I was pretty convinced it was worth buying as someone who already has the original.
New faces and the Snowman accesory are really cute, I found the faces to be a lot nicer and somewhat more refreshing than the ones of the original Snow Miku. I also like the ear muffs, mittens, scarf, and the new boots; those were a pretty welcome addition to make it feel different enough to me.
The paint job and "colors" on this one seem a little more of darker blue than the original. It appears to me that the inside and around the end of her hair, it's now a darker blue. Also, the new boots are shiny; and the dress appears to be shinier. The figure also seems a little sleeker, but it may be exaggerated in the photos.
I found this one to be ironically also more "warmer looking" and inviting than the original, in the end. Bottomline is that this one is worth buying, especially with the neat ice tray to try out. Besides that, it's an exclusive. There's no way in hell I'd pass up on this!
Hopefully, it's about the same price of 4000円 when they'll be selling it online too on GoodSmile's website, but I've never ordered an exlcusive or from their website, for that matter. How much pricier would it get, aside from shipping?
xBTAx
2011-01-18, 11:21 PM
I wasn't convinced at first when I first heard about the new Snow Miku, as all I heard was that it all this version was was just a scarf added to it. But when I looked at this figure and the new features, I was pretty convinced it was worth buying as someone who already has the original.
New faces and the Snowman accesory are really cute, I found the faces to be a lot nicer and somewhat more refreshing than the ones of the original Snow Miku. I also like the ear muffs, mittens, scarf, and the new boots; those were a pretty welcome addition to make it feel different enough to me.
The paint job and "colors" on this one seem a little more of darker blue than the original. It appears to me that the inside and around the end of her hair, it's now a darker blue. Also, the new boots are shiny; and the dress appears to be shinier. The figure also seems a little sleeker, but it may be exaggerated in the photos.
I found this one to be ironically also more "warmer looking" and inviting than the original, in the end. Bottomline is that this one is worth buying, especially with the neat ice tray to try out. Besides that, it's an exclusive. There's no way in hell I'd pass up on this!
Hopefully, it's about the same price of 4000円 when they'll be selling it online too on GoodSmile's website, but I've never ordered an exlcusive or from their website, for that matter. How much pricier would it get, aside from shipping?
Well, the thing is, you can't buy it directly from their website. You'll have to use a proxy- I'm probably going with Yokatta. (http://yokattaweb.jp/store/preorder/128-snow-miku-snow-playtime-ver.html)
Smooth Criminal
2011-01-19, 05:51 AM
Well, the thing is, you can't buy it directly from their website. You'll have to use a proxy- I'm probably going with Yokatta. (http://yokattaweb.jp/store/preorder/128-snow-miku-snow-playtime-ver.html)
Preorder Status: Closed (Slots Full)
http://i.imgur.com/ykYGZ.jpg
Know of any other good websites to try?
xBTAx
2011-01-19, 06:20 AM
http://i.imgur.com/ykYGZ.jpg
Know of any other good websites to try?
I didn't get mine in on time either... :x
I'm going for Tokyo Hunter (http://tokyohunter.blogspot.com/2011/01/gsc-nendoroid-snow-miku-snow-playtime.html). It's where I got the original from... Usually his prices are a little bit higher, but I think they're the same as Yokatta's this time (and Yokatta charges an additional fee too, so it may be cheaper...)
Still getting Mato from Yokatta, though. I'll just use SAL for her...
Debating on whether I should buy Snow Miku or not now, didn't expect her to be THAT expensive. I was hoping she'd be slightly more expensive than typical Nendos, but this is just .. wow. :/
Kunagisa
2011-01-21, 06:30 PM
Got this in a package today:
http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/3497/img6555q.jpg
http://img192.imageshack.us/img192/3176/img6578f.jpg
Image gallery here (http://img192.imageshack.us/g/img6578f.jpg/).
I sorta wanted that figure a while back, but didn't want to pay the hefty price for it. Also, nice Marisa. Where did you buy that at? I've seen tons of those on eBay for cheap, but unsure on whether the quality was good or not. `-`
Kunagisa
2011-01-21, 07:11 PM
I've seen tons of those on eBay for cheap, but unsure on whether the quality was good or not. `-`
Cheap? Guarenteed bootleg.
Cheap? Guarenteed bootleg.
Why is the face of your Marisa so shiny though? Was that because of the flash, or because it's not a PVC? I don't think any of my figures shines like that, but.. I forgot when was the last time I even used flash to take pics of my figs. Also, when I said cheap, I meant 40-60 range. I don't even know if that's the correct price for it nowadays. :/
Kunagisa
2011-01-21, 07:37 PM
Why is the face of your Marisa so shiny though? Was that because of the flash, or because it's not a PVC? I don't think any of my figures shines like that, but.. I forgot when was the last time I even used flash to take pics of my figs. Also, when I said cheap, I meant 40-60 range. I don't even know if that's the correct price for it nowadays. :/
Not PVC. Mine is fake, from Ebay. It was priced at normal and sad it was authentic though, so I filed a complaint and ended up just getting my money back and keeping the figure for free.
One of my few bootlegs, but unintentional.
Edit: By the way, the one I purchased had a black outfit in the product description, which made the process of reporting ebay scam a lot easier. Dunno how lucky I would have been if I got a bootleg that was the same color as the original.
Not PVC. Mine is fake, from Ebay. It was priced at normal and sad it was authentic though, so I filed a complaint and ended up just getting my money back and keeping the figure for free.
One of my few bootlegs, but unintentional.
Edit: By the way, the one I purchased had a black outfit in the product description, which made the process of reporting ebay scam a lot easier. Dunno how lucky I would have been if I got a bootleg that was the same color as the original.
Ohhh, I see. Interesting. Glad ebay gave you back your money though, was there a major hassle about it? As in, did eBay or the seller give you a hard time? How long did this process take until you had received a refund?
Kunagisa
2011-01-21, 09:30 PM
Ohhh, I see. Interesting. Glad ebay gave you back your money though, was there a major hassle about it? As in, did eBay or the seller give you a hard time? How long did this process take until you had received a refund?
Seller canceled their account shortly after the purchase. Everything was pointing to the seller being shady, and they only made it worse for their self by not properly replying and trying to run away from everything. The seller eventually just gave the money back without giving information for me to return it.
My memory is too bad to get a time frame, but pretty much everything was in my favor. The product I got clearly wasn't the product advertised.
Seller canceled their account shortly after the purchase. Everything was pointing to the seller being shady, and they only made it worse for their self by not properly replying and trying to run away from everything. The seller eventually just gave the money back without giving information for me to return it.
Interesting. Though, also not surprised. Was the sender's address anywhere in China or Thailand? Hahaha! Regardless, congrats on gaining a figurine for free, even if it was a fake, it's still something. I would display that anywhere, even without a glass-case, and still be fine with it. If it was an official and actual figurine, F`UCK THAT. Glass casing for life. Maybe I'm just extremely annoyed with dust or something, but I don't feel like dusting unless I am dusting the glass casing. :| I have about.. I wanna say 12+ figurines so far, and I'm only displaying 3 that's outside of their casing as of recent. The rest, I've put away because I don't want to put it on my desk or something, and having it collect dust. Makes me buttrage.
Kunagisa
2011-01-21, 09:36 PM
Interesting. Though, also not surprised. Was the sender's address anywhere in China or Thailand? Hahaha! Regardless, congrats on gaining a figurine for free, even if it was a fake, it's still something. I would display that anywhere, even without a glass-case, and still be fine with it. If it was an official and actual figurine, F`UCK THAT. Glass casing for life. Maybe I'm just extremely annoyed with dust or something, but I don't feel like dusting unless I am dusting the glass casing. :| I have about.. I wanna say 12+ figurines so far, and I'm only displaying 3 that's outside of their casing as of recent. The rest, I've put away because I don't want to put it on my desk or something, and having it collect dust. Makes me buttrage.
Get an air can. Unless you let the dust pile up in thick layers, you should be able to just do some quick spraying every now and then to clear them all up.
Get an air can. Unless you let the dust pile up in thick layers, you should be able to just do some quick spraying every now and then to clear them all up.
Ooh, good idea. I have a couple in my house right now, actually. Never thought about doing that. Some guy on another forum said to use a hairdryer, but set it to COOL. I thought it was a really strange idea, have yet to try, but too risky.
Kunagisa
2011-01-22, 01:32 AM
Ooh, good idea. I have a couple in my house right now, actually. Never thought about doing that. Some guy on another forum said to use a hairdryer, but set it to COOL. I thought it was a really strange idea, have yet to try, but too risky.
I do this too if there's ever any thick laters, which doesn't happen much to any figure other than the base for my Tengenn Toppa because that's on top of my bookshelf and I don't like going up there so much (caus I need to tiptoe on the edge of my bed for that).
As a last resort, I use a swifter dust pad. I don't even own the swifter stick, I just hold the pad in my hand and gently wipe down the surface that needs dusting, and it does a nice job at picking up most of the dust with 1 light swipe and the rest (if any) on a second swipe.
Smooth Criminal
2011-01-22, 10:54 PM
http://img508.imageshack.us/img508/4668/img2251t.jpg
Stuff I bought on vacation, minus my Luka and Kaito plushies. I'll save those for another time.
Here's some nice shots I took of Remilia. Enjoy. If you'd like, I could write up a review on her.
http://img707.imageshack.us/img707/5213/img2276g.jpg
http://img843.imageshack.us/img843/1148/img2277w.jpg
http://img839.imageshack.us/img839/5840/img2303l.jpg
http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/5260/img2305j.jpg
http://img69.imageshack.us/img69/6461/img2306wd.jpg
kirby756
2011-01-25, 04:32 PM
The only figure I've ever really wanted is this one. (http://myfigurecollection.net/picture/136676&ref=figure:56286)
http://img502.imageshack.us/img502/6566/56286.jpg
And possibly the Takagi one as well. I'll probably own them one day.
GMSInfighter
2011-01-27, 10:09 PM
This is pretty much my shelf for stuff I haven't gotten a glass case for yet. It's just a shelf that I had a bunch of random monster cans on (Not because I'm a neckbeard but because I thought I was cool by collecting them). So instead I cleared it off and now they just stay there till I not get lazy and get some nice casing for them.
Anyways, one of these figures is gonna make Kunagisa jelly.
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee180/ffjada/32f5eb91.jpg
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee180/ffjada/69d36071.jpg
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee180/ffjada/257cd07b.jpg
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee180/ffjada/c3a6d41d.jpg
The two swimsuits one are older, but I just got all 10 (Both rare and normal) of the mini Gachapon figs.. Good stuff. S'hit quality from my iPhone.
Kunagisa
2011-01-29, 06:21 PM
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee180/ffjada/69d36071.jpg
I will never dish out the not-so-expensive amount for this.
http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/9096/sadfrog.jpg
xBTAx
2011-02-05, 10:06 AM
WonFes tonight.
I AM EXCITE
xBTAx
2011-02-09, 08:34 PM
http://tomopop.com/ul/17445-2011-winter-hobby-maker-exhibition-chara-ani/DSC_0157-550x.jpg
CANNOT RESIST
Also, some cool stuff announced at WonFest, thought not as much stuff that I'm interested in compared to last year... though that's more due to me trying to limit what I'm buying. Definitely getting Nendoroid Flonne and Imca, though, along with Figma Append Miku... And given that there's more Bakemonogatari Figmas, I'm probably going to get Hanekawa if she's ever made. :x
Ayu, Misuzu, and Nagisa? MUST. GET.
There's a Cirno figurine coming out soon too. Cannot wait.
Smooth Criminal
2011-02-09, 10:09 PM
There's a Cirno figurine coming out soon too. Cannot wait.
HOLY SHIT, LOOK AT THAT
http://i.imgur.com/ZMFEM.jpg
http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa143/SirPablo_The_III/43338136.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/nFql4.jpg
What are your thoughts on her, Khoi? Her face seems to be a bit wide, but I thought she was pretty cute.
I've got a fairly decent sized wishlist of stuff I want already, so I'm personally passing on her since it doesn't scream at me to buy it. Also, I'd also want to wait for the faces to judge if I really do want her or not.
HOLY SHIT, LOOK AT THAT
http://i.imgur.com/ZMFEM.jpg
http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa143/SirPablo_The_III/43338136.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/nFql4.jpg
What are your thoughts on her, Khoi? Her face seems to be a bit wide, but I thought she was pretty cute.
I've got a fairly decent sized wishlist of stuff I want already, so I'm personally passing on her since it doesn't scream at me to buy it. Also, I'd also want to wait for the faces to judge if I really do want her or not.
I wouldn't mind getting her, the problem would be the costs and maybe her face. Seriously. The smile really throws me off, because I can never imagine Cirno showing "teeth". It's weird. I'd rate it 7/10, because of the massive head and wide-face too. I do like it, don't get me wrong. Just.. the teeth . . . But besides that, I'd buy it.
Still cute lookin' Cirno to me.
xBTAx
2011-02-10, 02:22 PM
Oh, I forgot to mention Cirno... thanks for catching that.
Yeah, I really want her as well. I both dreaded and looked forward to her announcement, since I knew it would happen eventually, but... it'll be an exclusive, so... :x
The Touhou PixTone stuff is also pretty neat, though. I think there's some ~3k yen shirt and PixTone bundle going on for Cirno's, though that's just me guessing based on pictures.
Re-release of Serizawa Fumino fig (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=FIG-MOE-2479&template=default/product/e_display.html)
FML.
I bought the 1st version, and this one is basically the same thing, but with some minor modifications. Why would they do this? Goddamn. But they''re also releasing:
This (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=FIG-MOE-2478&template=default/product/e_display.html)
Probably gonna order this too, I still have yet to open up my Fumino, since I want to keep her in Mint condition. :/
Bump'd.
Also, I recently spent near 50-ish buying a Reimu plush and a Touhou mousepad from AmiAmi. Can't wait.
Total:
Nendoroid Plus Plush Series 07 Touhou Project Reimu Hakurei[Gift] (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=CGD-8276&template=default/product/e_display.html)
Touhou Mouse Pad - Akaneya (Winter Comiket 2010)[Pink Company] (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=CGD2-03918&template=default/product/e_display.html)
Pre-ordered:
Dengeki G's Magazine May 2011 Issue w/ Rewrite Nii-Ten-Go Kotore Kanbe Figure (Magazine)[Kadokawa Shoten] (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english&vgForm=ProductInfo&sku=BOK-3925&template=default/product/e_display.html)
I'm okay with all of this. Oh, I usually miss these Dengeki-G orders, but I managed to get my hands on this one, so I'm pretty happy right now. An exclusive KEY figure, WAT DO.
xBTAx
2011-03-09, 03:28 PM
...you know shipping for magazines is insane, right?
...just so you know.
But yeah, Nendoroid Cirno pre-orders go up soon (along with a re-release of Reimu and Marisa). Might have to not get some stuff in order to afford Cirno, but she turned out really well. And pre-orders opened for Figma Miku Append last night, if anyone else cares.
Shidoshi
2011-03-09, 03:42 PM
You are buying these figures from ebay and japanese magazines? There are some characters I'd love to have as figurines but going to conventions (at least in Brazil) I could only found stuff from DBZ, Naruto and Bleach. So lame.
Willing to get Nendo Cirno, even if I dislike Nendos. Uhhh.. hmm. I need to start making a checklist of what I'm pre-ordering, and when I'll receive the items, because I have so much crap ordered.
Kunagisa
2011-03-09, 04:42 PM
I recently got Flandre Nendo:
http://img856.imageshack.us/img856/1619/img6606.jpg
Full image gallery here (http://img856.imageshack.us/g/img6606.jpg/). Takoluka crashed the party at the end.
Speaking of Takoluka, I got this recently:
http://img202.imageshack.us/img202/5884/img6608d.jpg
And just yesterday I got this:
http://localhostr.com/file/D0JJtCC/IMG_6609.jpg
Not my glasses, but it's cute so I'm posting it:
http://img845.imageshack.us/img845/2844/p00434.jpg
xBTAx
2011-03-09, 06:50 PM
You are buying these figures from ebay and japanese magazines? There are some characters I'd love to have as figurines but going to conventions (at least in Brazil) I could only found stuff from DBZ, Naruto and Bleach. So lame.
Hmm? I think most of us order things from AmiAmi (http://www.amiami.jp/shop/?set=english), among other sites. And for "from Japanese magazines", if you're referring to what Khoi bought, it's just a freebie that comes with the magazine.
And what characters? I'll look to see if there's anything out there, if you want. :p
Cute Patchy is cute. How much was that in JPY before estimating in s&h costs? Probably same price as my Reimu plush, I'm guessing?
Kunagisa
2011-03-09, 11:19 PM
Cute Patchy is cute. How much was that in JPY before estimating in s&h costs? Probably same price as my Reimu plush, I'm guessing?
Yes.
Update, finally received my Reimu.
http://localhostr.com/file/L0IgbHs/DSC_0205.JPG
xBTAx
2011-03-17, 04:18 PM
Pre-orders for Nendoroid Cirno (http://www.otacute.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_8&products_id=15367&zenid=pbripkoamhvrs2eqeep9s8bht2), Reimu (http://www.otacute.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_8&products_id=2438&zenid=gokuole0mf8jovco0k48bstfv7), and Marisa (http://www.otacute.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_8&products_id=2437&zenid=pbripkoamhvrs2eqeep9s8bht2) are up at Otacute. I got my order for Cirno in earlier...
And these phone straps are amazing, but each set is ~$50, so... I'm going to order a few individually from a club on MFC that splits sets like these. Hopefully I can narrow down and get some that I really want... :x
http://www.empty.co.jp/images/d4series_03/image01.jpg
http://www.empty.co.jp/images/d4series_04/image01.jpg
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