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Previous Thread - Gunpla/Model Thread 2: Breakin' Plastic, Breakin' Bank. Welcome to the third iteration of the Gunpla/Plamo/Robot Toy thread. You dig giant robot toys? We dig giant robot toys. Long-time hobbyists, fresh newcomers, and all the rest of you with crippling addictions to plastic robot figurines and models are welcome here. A BRIEF HISTORY OF GUNPLA "I'm sorry, I'm not very knowledgeable about the plastic model industry, so I can't answer that question. Unfortunately, I can't really make a statement on the plastic scale modeling kits, probably because I'd be eradicated from the industry if I made my true feelings known." - Yoshiyuki Tomino, creator of Gundam. Like most giant robot series of the late 70's, Mobile Suit Gundam was essentially a merchandising vehicle sponsored by a toy company, in this particular case Clover. Unlike its predecessors, however, Gundam's more complex and mature content turned off many younger viewers, and sales of its brightly colored toy-line suffered. Despite many efforts to boost the marketability of the show, including monster-of-the-week subplots and the introduction of the infamous G-Fighter, Clover would eventually pull the plug on Gundam early, reducing its original run from 52 episodes to 43. In the meantime, another toy company - Bandai - had acquired the rights to produce scale model kits based on the series. Gundam would eventually find its audience among older children and teenagers through reruns, and whereas the original toys lingered unsold, the model kits flew off the shelves. Three decades and millions of kits later, Bandai continues to produce high-quality models based on the Gundam metaseries, and has since expanded to other popular mecha franchises and series as well. THE GRADES While most modern Gundam kits feature easy-to-build, snap-assembly construction, Bandai currently divides their model kits into several categories or "grades" based on number of parts, colors, complexity, and experience required. Note that the following refer to more modern kits (later than 2000). Older kits vary greatly in terms of quality and construction, despite using similar designations. 1/144 No Grade/First Grade These are inexpensive, easy-to-build, low-detail kits molded in only a handful of colors. Most smaller non-HG kits fall into this category. ($5-$20) AGE 1/144 Advanced Grade Despite its name, the Advanced Grade kits are extremely simple, low-detail kits, much like their no-grade counterparts. Parts a fitted onto a simple standardized frame, and these kits include small chips which are used in conjunction with a Japan-only arcade game. (~$10) 1/144 HGUC/AW/FC/SEED/OO/AGE Higher quality 1/144 scale kits, HG kits are molded in more colors with greater detail and include many more parts than their no-grade/First Grade counterparts. With low-to-moderate price-points and relatively simple construction, they make great entry-level kits. ($10-$60) 1/144 Real Grade One of Bandai's newest lines, these kits feature extensive detailing, high parts count, high color count, extreme articulation, and a revolutionary near-pre-assembled inner frame design. They are practically Master Grade kits at a smaller scale. Recommended for more experienced modelers, particularly those who are less prone to losing tiny parts. Moderate price-point. ($30-$40) 1/100 No-Grade/High Grade Larger kits at a relatively reasonable price point, 1/100 kits are not as intricately detailed as their Master Grade counterparts; however, they are relatively well-detailed and come molded in several colors. These kits were released with the HG moniker up until SEED, when it was dropped, presumably to avoid confusion with the HG 1/144 kits. ($20-$40) 1/100 Master Grade Bandai's longest-running line of intricately detailed, highly-articulated model kits, this line is meant for more experienced modelers. These kits feature complex construction, and many include detailed inner-frames and removable armor. With high parts counts, molded in numerous colors, and including various marking sheets, stickers, and dry-transfer and water-slide decals, most of the newer releases look great even without additional painting and detailing. Moderate-to-high price points. ($20-$100+) 1/60 No-Grade Beefed-up 1/100 Kits, meant to have an imposing presence on your shelf, but are no more complex. Relatively high price point. (~$60) 1/60 Perfect Grade and HY2M Glorious Series Large, extremely well-detailed, molded in numerous colors with thousands of parts, these are top-tier Gundam kits. Including everything from intricately detailed inner frames with removable armor to working LED lights, Perfect Grade kits are for experienced modelers only. Expensive price-point. Fair warning, most of these kits are older and suffer from some issues including loose joints and poor balance. ($150-$300) 1/48 Mega Size Model Extremely large, simple kits meant for younger and less experienced modelers. Featuring easy to remove parts and simple construction, these models despite their price tag make great entry-level kits. Expensive price-point (due to sheer size). AGE Mega Size kits include light-up LED elements. ($80-$100) Super-Deformed Cheap, simple, low-detail, giant-headed model kits. YAY! (~$10) EX Model Unlike most Gundam lines, the EX Model focuses on the support vehicles and ships of the Gundam universe. Also unlike modern Gunpla kits, they require extensive painting and detailing as well as glue/cement and other work in their construction. Support vehicles in this line are typically built at 1/144 scale (including a 1/144 Gunperry!), while larger vehicles such as the White Base and Argama are molded at 1/1700 scale. Recommended for more seasoned and traditional modelers. Relatively expensive for their size. ($20-$80) UC Hard Graph Another more traditional line which also requires extra work, cementing, and painting, UC Hard Graph aims to create a series of large-scale support vehicles and human figures reminiscent of other companies' lines of 1/35 scale real-life military models. Same-scale mobile suit parts are also often included, encouraging diorama building. Price point moderate to expensive ($20-$100+) WHAT ABOUT NON-GUNDAM MODEL KITS?! Bandai has released numerous highly detailed kits based on various other series including VOTOMS, L-Gaim, Layzner, Xabungle, Macross Frontier, Evangelion, Patlabor and Dunbine. Many of these kits are graded in much the same manner as their Gundam counterparts, and although newer kits such as the 1/20 VOTOMS and the Real Robot Revolution lines are not graded, they too feature similar construction and detail as their Master Grade counterparts. (Price Varies based on Line) SCREW BANDAI! SCREW YOU! But there are other companies out there, particularly... Kotobukiya Much like Bandai's kits, Kotobukiya features relatively simple snap-together construction. Unlike Bandai, however, many of their kits come partially pre-painted or pre-detailed. Quality varies from line to line and even from kit to kit within a line. Moderate-high price points, various scales. Lines include... SUPER ROBOT WARS ORIGINAL GENERATION ARMORED CORE ZOIDS D-STYLE (Thanks to Dalong.net for the images above). Other companies of note include WAVE and Hasegawa, but unlike modern Kotobukiya and Bandai models, these kits will require extensive painting and glue/cement in their construction as well as a higher level of modeling experience. I have no talent and/or am lazy. Got any robots for me? DO I EVER! Robot Damashii, The Robot Spirits This is Bandai/Tamashii Nation's line of high-quality, highly detailed, solidly constructed, and extremely poseable robot action figures. Standing in at just shy of six inches and coming with loads of accessories, these figures put Bandai's earlier efforts such as In Action! and HCM Pro to shame. Series include Gundam, Eureka Seven, Evangelion, Full Metal Panic!, StarDriver, Code Geass, Gun x Sword, and others. Moderate-high price points. ($20-$70) Super Robot Chogokin Another new line under the Tamashii Nations umbrella, Bandai aims to create smaller, high-quality, extremely articulated robots under its already popular Chogokin banner. These figures include an impressive amount of die-cast construction for their size and are extremely well-crafted figures. Series so far include Mazinger, SRW:OG, Hades Project Zeorymer, GaoGaiGar, and Super Sentai. ($30-$70) SOUL OF CHOGOKIN Major league robot toy collecting right here. Highly expensive, but extremely well built, well-detailed die-cast super robot toys are the name of the game, loaded with more accessories than you'll ever know what to do with. A Soul of Chogokin figure will make an excellent centerpiece to any collection. ($50-$300+) Soul of Chogokin Spec is a SOC subline that includes several diecast real robots from series such as L-Gaim, SPT Layzner, and Dragonar. Currently, the only figures being released through this moniker are Tamashii Web Exclusive Dragonar variants. ($80-$100+) SOUL OF CHOGOKIN DX is the newest Chogokin Subline by Bandai, with its first offering being the mighty Mazinger Z. Twelve inches of diecast, removable armor, light and sound gimmicks, and its own full-sized hangar to store it in, this monster of a toy will set you back nearly $500 once shipping is included. But drat if it is not beautiful. ($400+) DX Chogokin is another currently-running Chogokin subline that's mainly concerned with diecast robots from Macross Frontier. ($150-$250) YAMATO/ARCADIA Perfect Trance While we're on the subject of Macross, Yamato has been producing high-quality, highly-detailed, and insanely expensive transformable Macross toys over the last decade. As its name implies, the figures of Perfect Trance line perform "perfect" transformations, that is no parts have to be removed or replaced at any point during the toy's transformation. Considering that the Valkyries in the original series practically transformed via magic, this is an impressive feat. Figures include the classic VF-1 from SDF Macross and DYRL? as well as fighters from Macross Plus, Macross 7, Macross Dynamite 7, and Macross Zero. Yamato also has recently announced the online exclusive release of the VF-4 Lightning III from Flashback 2012. You know, the music video one. (Well, technically it's based on its appearance from the VF-X video game, but still...). ($80-$300+) Yamato has since gone out of business, but seems to have resurrected itself under the name Arcadia, which continues to produce the same high-quality Valkyrie figures as its predecessor. REVOLTECH Kaiyodo's long-running line of small, extremely poseable action figures. These highly detailed figures come with included stands and numerous accessories. The secret to their ability to strike and hold any pose comes from the use of the Revoltech ratcheting joint. Very reasonable price-point. ($20-$40) ANY MORE GODDAMNED TOYS YOU WANT TO TALK ABOUT? Just want to give a shout-out to some other Tamashii Nations lines such as SH Figuarts, SH Monsterarts, and Ultra-Act. While not strictly giant robot toys, they do share much of the same quality engineering as the previous Bandai lines above, and I have no problems with discussing them in this thread. That goes for the MG Figurerise line of Bandai Action Figure Model Kits as well. USEFUL LINKS Reviews CollectionDX Dalong.net Gundam.tk NEWS Gundam Guy Mecha Guy - Like Gundam Guy, but for not-Gundams. GG Figure News - Like Gundam and Mecha Guys, but for Everything Else HOW-TO and TUTORIALS Layman's Gunpla Guide Fichtenfoo.net Advanced Tutorials and Guides Danny Choo's Modeling Tutorial for Busy People. Gamera Baenre - Tutorials on general and more advanced modeling techniques. Fine Scale Modeler Forums - Registration required to view some content, covers a wide range of modeling topics. The Complete Future - Everything you ever wanted to know about Future Floor Polish and its uses in model making. WHERE TO BUY Japanese Hobby Link Japan - Watch for sales and shipping specials. AmiAmi - Best prices around, great for pre-ordering though they can sell out quickly. HobbySearch Yokatta Web Exclusive Preorder Page North American Gundam Store and More Hobby Wave - $12 Flat Shipping Amazon.com - Prime Shipping on many kits, reasonable North American prices. GG Infinite - Often carries exclusive and limited items SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL HOBBY STORE Now if you'll excuse me, I need to go find a Band-Aid for this X-acto knife wound. Thanks to Silentman0 and Songy who worked on the previous thread, which I shamelessly stole from to write this new OP. Mecha Gojira fucked around with this message at 05:11 on Aug 24, 2014 |
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Silentman0 posted:Some fun tips to make your models look more dynamic! GOON RECOMMENDATIONS Captain Invictus posted:I posted a lot of reviews of Kotobukiya SRW sets in the prior threads, I'll dredge some of those up(and shrink them down a little) for you if you'd like some recommendation content. COMPLETED GOON PROJECTS! Faltion posted:I too have just gotten back into gunpla after a 10 year break and I too have just finished my first suit since as of today! TaurusOxford posted:
Arquinsiel posted:So... um... yeah. I made a thing but painted it different because... stuff. The high-res images I found on the con's website make me regret entering the painting competition with it. It doesn't help that they posed it all when taking pictures either. Faltion posted:I'm sure some of you modelling a while have had that one kit that refused to come into fruition. I started building this Zaku Mariner with the plan of having it done in 2 weeks so I could move on to other things. 6 months later I finally got it finished yesterday. TaurusOxford posted:I present my completed PG Gundam GP01 "Half Burner": PoptartsNinja posted:Found it! Mecha Gojira fucked around with this message at 06:56 on Aug 21, 2014 |
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I posted a lot of reviews of Kotobukiya SRW sets in the prior threads, I'll dredge some of those up(and shrink them down a little) for you if you'd like some recommendation content. edit: removed reviews as they are now promoted to 2nd post! Captain Invictus fucked around with this message at 06:39 on Mar 19, 2012 |
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Captain Invictus posted:I posted a lot of reviews of Kotobukiya SRW sets in the prior threads, I'll dredge some of those up(and shrink them down a little) for you if you'd like some recommendation content. That'd be fantastic, but only if you want to. Recommendations weren't really kept up with in either of the previous threads, but if you guys would still like them I'll try to stay on top of them.
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Since my question didn't get answered in the previous thread: are there larger Gundam marker sizes for MG kits or bigger? I'd assume so.
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Might as well remove the Speed Grade listing as that never really became a thing.
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Bimmi posted:Might as well remove the Speed Grade listing as that never really became a thing. Probably, but I think I'll keep it around at least for a while. They're still floating around, after all, even if the line is long discontinued. I mean, First-Grade/No-Grade 1/144 and No-Grade 1/100 seem to have been all but discontinued in the last few years as well, after all. But then again, Speed Grade never really took off, so it is a fair point. Plus, if HLJ's current Gunpla Clearance Sale is any indication, I might get to phase out the AG AGE line eventually as well!
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There were only ever four Speed Grade kits released, though, and the line's been dead for over three years. No point in keeping it, especially when larger/more relevant lines like HY2MM, EX Model and UC Hard Graph aren't even mentioned. Not the end of the world, though. edit: also consider adding GG Infinite to the store listing: they have a big selection, get new releases pretty fast, and carry a number of limited/online exclusive items: http://gginfinite.com Bimmi fucked around with this message at 09:26 on Mar 17, 2012 |
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I guess now that there's a new thread I'll drop in. Back around January I got the RG 1/144 Zaku II Custom as my first model kit, even though I knew it would be complicated. Surprisingly, the construction went pretty smoothly, even though all I was using was an x-acto knife and there are nubs everywhere... I only managed to lose two tiny little pieces for the chest/torso area. The worst part was applying the stickers, I have little patience for stickers so I just said "gently caress it" and kept them off. I'll refrain from posting pictures of it so that the more seasoned builders won't vomit in disgust at the poor guy, but I like him. He makes for a great companion on my desk Anyway building the RG Zaku II was really fun, so I think I'll keep building models. The difficulty of actually building the RG models doesn't feel like much of an obstacle for me, but I'd rather not purchase ones that come with huge reams of stickers since I can't stand stickers, and it seems like the HG line doesn't use tons of decals. Revoltech models don't really interest me because most of the fun of the RG Zaku came from actually having to assemble the thing and being able to stand back and say "Yes. I made that with my own two hands.", which is a shame because the Revoltech Wing Zero looks amazing. Are there any other good models of Wing Zero out there? I'm thinking of picking up either something from Wing, a Hyaku Shiki, or a Qubeley for my second build, since those are some of my favorite mobile suits. I also hear that the 1/144 NT-D mode RX-0 is a fun build. Can anyone verify that?
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There's a 1/60 scale HG Wing Zero that is Zeether posted:are there larger Gundam marker sizes for MG kits or bigger? I'd assume so. There are chisel-tip type GMs that are appropriate for covering larger surfaces. Dunno how wide the color selection is, though. Bimmi fucked around with this message at 06:12 on Mar 17, 2012 |
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I decided to get the HG Shining Gundam. Not sure if I'm ready for MG yet. Gonna work on the Astraea this weekend.
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# ? Mar 17, 2012 06:42 |
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You should mention the Pokemon model kits in the OP. I've got a bunch of them and, except for the overdependence on stickers for some of them (Ho-Oh and Torterra, I'm looking at you ), they're pretty neat (and real cheap, most of them are about 600 yen on HLJ).
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Crappy cellphone pics of the finished Astraea: Turned out pretty well. I like how I don't have to change the hands around to clip the guns in. Also there were a ton of extra parts, which are probably for some other variant of the MS or something? Can't wait to get Shining Gundam. It's definitely going to be in Shining Finger mode on display.
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Zeether posted:Turned out pretty well. I like how I don't have to change the hands around to clip the guns in. Also there were a ton of extra parts, which are probably for some other variant of the MS or something? I have the same one, it's supposedly some prototype to the Exia so it'd likely share a lot of parts with that and any of its variants.
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Lumi posted:I have the same one, it's supposedly some prototype to the Exia so it'd likely share a lot of parts with that and any of its variants.
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I'm going to be holding a Gunpla-building event for my school's anime club again. Last week I ordered almost nine-hundred dollars of models, for thirty-five people. The first time I held this event, back in October, I pretty much only ordered High Grades (with the sole exception of an MG Ball), but this time there's a good amount of interest in MGs and other more expensive/complicated things. This time I'd say only about half of the costs are covered by my school, but only because some people are requesting and paying extra for more expensive models. Oh and a friend and I are considering getting Perfect Grades with our own money to start building at the event. Big thanks to whoever pointed out in the last thread that Amazon has a decent selection of Gunplas which are eligible for prime shipping, because I could only find the PG GP-01 Fb at HLJ with $100+ shipping, and even backordered. I will post pictures when the Gundams arrive, and after the event happens.
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Bimmi posted:There were only ever four Speed Grade kits released, though, and the line's been dead for over three years. No point in keeping it, especially when larger/more relevant lines like HY2MM, EX Model and UC Hard Graph aren't even mentioned. Not the end of the world, though. You've convinced me, though mostly because I do want to say a few things about the EX and Hard Graph lines because they're cool as well. Especially since UC Hard Graph is still kicking with its latest Core Fighter release. I'll get them and your store link up later, probably this afternoon. Also, yes, I want to see pictures of $900 worth of Gunpla and 30+ people building them. Sounds like a good time all around. Edit: Updated the OP. Mecha Gojira fucked around with this message at 18:57 on Mar 17, 2012 |
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I desperately, desperately want a graded Capule/Kapool. It was in Unicorn so it'll come eventually, right?
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Mecha Gojira posted:Yamato also has recently announced the online exclusive release of the VF-4 Lightning III from Flashback 2012. You know, the music video one. ($80-$300+) Wait, they WHAT??! e: Hmm. Ok, webshop exclusive, that leaves me out. Plus the robot mode looks a little dorky, which I guess was always going to happen with the VF-4. Still one of the most stunning plane modes. Phy fucked around with this message at 01:41 on Mar 18, 2012 |
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Phy posted:Wait, they WHAT??! I always liked both modes myself (Gunjap link). Though looks like I'm wrong. This particular version will be based on its appearance in the VF-X game.
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I finally got my SD Wing Gundam last month after waiting nearly 5 months for it to get stocked on HLJ. I finished it in like an hour so I feel kinda cheated waiting that long, it was pretty nice to build and looks good though, no wonder lot of people recommended it. Any other SD kits worth buying?
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Demicol posted:I finally got my SD Wing Gundam last month after waiting nearly 5 months for it to get stocked on HLJ. I finished it in like an hour so I feel kinda cheated waiting that long, it was pretty nice to build and looks good though, no wonder lot of people recommended it. 2 of the unicorns The crossbone and strike gundam are pretty fun too. I really felt I got my money's worth on them
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# ? Mar 18, 2012 09:40 |
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I put up a collection of all my reviews of Kotobukiya SRW kits from prior threads in the third post.
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# ? Mar 18, 2012 23:13 |
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Selling my extra Gundam Markers http://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=3473214
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# ? Mar 19, 2012 02:38 |
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Kind of tempted to get into gunpla once I have a bit more cash on hand. Seems like that's the only way I'd ever be able to have a Kshatriya figure, and really, I could use something new to do. Also eying Kotobukiya's Yellowboze RAcaseal model, although I really hate the way they mold the weapons in one color, including modeling the beam sabers in pure translucent green...
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# ? Mar 19, 2012 03:47 |
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Great job on the OP I'm waiting to get my paints before I build MG Heavy Arms. It looks like such an awesome kit I'd feel bad if I didn't take the proper time to make it look really great. Now if only I had some space to display the drat thing...
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I finished the HG Shining Gundam kit. Only issues with it are the leg flaps are hard to put in their open position for super mode, and the giant Shining Finger hand doesn't seem to fit on the smaller hand (I must be doing something wrong). Good kit, but I may end up splurging on the MG version just so I can transform it to super mode without resorting to taking it apart.
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Zeether posted:I finished the HG Shining Gundam kit. Only issues with it are the leg flaps are hard to put in their open position for super mode, and the giant Shining Finger hand doesn't seem to fit on the smaller hand (I must be doing something wrong). Good kit, but I may end up splurging on the MG version just so I can transform it to super mode without resorting to taking it apart. The giant hand has issues staying in place, but i'm not sure if it is weight issues or just not a snug mold. I think the HG Master Gundam has the same problem. Just to warn you as well, even the MG Shining needs you to pull off faceplates to swap between his normal and super mode face.
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Eh, that's fine with me. The main reason I'd want it is minimal "parts leprosy" for the super mode and having the leg flaps fold out instead of taking them off and trying to get them into a better position is good enough. Also, I'm probably going to have to look into getting some gold Gundam Markers so I can paint the "shining" parts. It doesn't have the Shining Finger Sword, though Zeether fucked around with this message at 04:12 on Mar 20, 2012 |
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That's a fine lookin' OP. Can someone confirm for me that the small Revoltech joints, the ones used for wrists, are 6mm? Might be ordering some to replace the wrist on my Alucard. Only problem is they don't seem to sell packets of the white ones that I need for some reason. Alternatively I could get Ed Elrick and take the spare white wrist from him by using his Automail arm. BizarroAzrael fucked around with this message at 14:34 on Mar 20, 2012 |
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BizarroAzrael posted:That's a fine lookin' OP. At this point wouldn't it just be easier to paint a different one white? Also, just wanting to say I love the new OP. You did a really nice job on it.
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Honest Ray posted:At this point wouldn't it just be easier to paint a different one white? I meant I might get Ed anyway. The smallest ones are 6mm then? I don't know how well paint will take to the plastic, nor if it won't gum up the joint.
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BizarroAzrael posted:I meant I might get Ed anyway. The smallest ones are 6mm then? There are 4mm joints (with narrower pegs) that they've used a lot lately for wrists (and other parts where the larger joints are too big to work well). Annoyingly they don't sell them separately.
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Any advice for how to paint Gundam eyes? What sort of colours should be used to make it glowy and not too flat? Also, how's the gradient effect on the beam saber achieved?
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Lumi posted:Any advice for how to paint Gundam eyes? What sort of colours should be used to make it glowy and not too flat? use the stickers in all seriousness do people actually paint the eyes? Do they have a tiny stencil set?
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# ? Mar 21, 2012 09:04 |
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Paint the eyes silver and then colour in everything not eyes black with your panel lining pen. Or paint everything black and then use your thin panel lining brush to do the eyes.
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The gradient effect can be created by starting with a colour (light pink or dark reddish pink in this case) and gradually painting up or down the blade, mixing in either lighter or darker colours, depending on the way you started. While you're doing this you have to 'blend' the current layer of paint with the one before it, creating a gradient. It takes a bit of practice, but it looks good.
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Fauxtool posted:use the stickers I paint the eyes. It's not too difficult, especially on larger kits like Master Grades where they're a separate piece. Basically what I do is paint the whole thing the color I want the eyes (usually silver with a clear color candy coat), and then once that's dry I go back with a small paint brush or tooth pick and color black in around the eyes. Some people would suggest using a pen or tiny marker for this, though. There's all kind of ways to do it.
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BizarroAzrael posted:That's a fine lookin' OP. Are you still interested in trading me your spare revoltech alucard?
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Popehoist posted:Are you still interested in trading me your spare revoltech alucard? Going to have to pass, can ready do with some extra cash.
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