Macross - Merchandise (Figurines, Artbooks, DVDs, etc.)

[Tak]

Originally Posted by Nerroth

*Is there any particular reason why there doesn't seem to be the same range of 'HG'-esque figures for Frontier, the way there is for Gundam 00?

Most Macross kits flirt between the HG and MG lines of Bandai. It is not really possible to make just the HG version of those kits because the most obvious problem is that Valkyries transform, which meant, they are more complicated to make and thus cost more.

That being said, it is not as if other companies have taken our financial capacity into consideration. Companies, such as Hasegawa, have been producing battloid or fighter only kits that is more affordable but still retain very high standards.

Originally Posted by Nerroth

For those of us who can't quite splash out for the bigger kits, having some 1/144 scale figures - for the Zentradi and Vajra units, as well as the Terran stuff - would be neat.

There are many Zentradi units in circulation. Most of them are actually ones you are looking for, cheap and affordable. However, the higher grade Quead suits might cost more.

Originally Posted by Nerroth

Plus, one thing I like in Gundam is how Bandai regularly release the 'enemy' suits (like the A-Laws suits for 00) as well as the 'hero' ones - and it would be neat for thatto happen for Frontier, too.

Well, some Vajra units are supposedly in production, but I am really waiting for the VF-27 myself...

- Tak

[Nerroth]

Thanks for that.


When it comes to transforming stuff, I'd been used to the kind of deluxe- and voyager-class figures that Hasbro and TakaraTomy have cooked up for certain TFs lately.

(I still have to get one of those Universe 2.0/Henkei Cyclonus figures...)

In terms of model kits, I suppose the issue of making the transformation work makes sense - while I like the Arios, and love the GN Archer, neither are really all that convincing in HG as transformable figures, but then at least they work as is for the setting they can be found in.

[LoweGear]

1/72 VF-25S Armored Messiah Ozma Lee colors coming out June, Y8400

[Urei]

Originally Posted by LoweGear

1/72 VF-25S Armored Messiah Ozma Lee colors coming out June, Y8400

Thx for the info

[LoweGear]

Larger and clearer images of the 1/72 Armored Messiah:

[DeX-kun]

Originally Posted by LoweGear

Larger and clearer images of the 1/72 Armored Messiah:

wow, that looks nice.

[Nerroth]

I found a 1/100 action figure for the VF-25F - looked about the same size as a Robot Damashii Gundam, but it was 85 bucks Canadian!


Is that the kind of price one would expect to get a smaller, but still transformable, VF-25, or are there other options?

[Tak]

Originally Posted by Nerroth

Is that the kind of price one would expect to get a smaller, but still transformable, VF-25, or are there other options?

Most of the model kits are around $40 each. Although I am sure in the near future, the manufacturers will consider other options in regards to cheaper production units. You do have to understand that this series is relatively new, and therefore not many options are immediately available.

- Tak

[Nerroth]

I guess - I suppose I'm being relatively spoiled with the releases for 00...

[Evangelion Xgouki]

This just in:

Hobby Link Japan is having a second "Deculture!!" Campaign on their website. Orders of select Macross merchandise will also include a set of Ranka Lee water-slide decals for the 1/72 VF-25 models (one for each item purchased!). Decals are limited and will start shipping with the items shipped starting April 9th.

[pinoy78]

This is a no brainer for me. Instant purchase.

Alpha/Omega's 1/8 Sheryl Nome
-Don't Be Late captain's uniform
-two sets of hands
-removable clothing
-SUPERB sculpt

[Tsuchiro]

also another instant buy for Sheryl

[DeX-kun]

Originally Posted by Tsuchiro

also another instant buy for Sheryl

Oh wow, that Ranka model is just sexy

[raile]

Originally Posted by pinoy78

This is a no brainer for me. Instant purchase.

Alpha/Omega's 1/8 Sheryl Nome
-Don't Be Late captain's uniform
-two sets of hands
-removable clothing
-SUPERB sculpt

GOD. That's gorgeous.

[pinoy78]

[raile]

*q*

Sheryl fig....ME WANT NAO!

[BetoJR]

Me too... Oh, how I want it...

[Urei]

Yes, that Sheryl figure has the best face design I've ever seen. It resembles the original very good. Ehh...

[abynormal]

Am I the only one who cracked up at "EXCELLENT MODEL SUPER COLLECTION"?

That IS one excellent Sheryl figure, though.

[mike_s_6]

Originally Posted by Urei

Yes, that Sheryl figure has the best face design I've ever seen. It resembles the original very good. Ehh...

The hair too! I'm impressed. The shorts are too low at the back though, but I guess the guys don't mind :P

These sculptures are great, look at Ranka's frills, and Sheryl's hair (bottom right of image). The only thing I don't like is how Ranka's right leg looks twisted.

Originally Posted by Tsuchiro

also another instant buy for Sheryl