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Post by evanrue on Dec 8, 2016 19:54:00 GMT -5
Possible release window
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Post by evanrue on Dec 4, 2016 18:45:49 GMT -5
I am not particularly salty or anything. I never bought Toynami but have heard of some issues of their so-called Masterpiece stuff. I just find it amusing is all. True bro. I was really disappointed with their VF-1 and Alpha/Beta.. the engineering is fine for its day, but the plastic quality is very bad. They did good with the all plastic MP Voltron (again, for its time), but pricing remains an issue. I don't see the EX as a competitor to the SoC at all. If it was really meant as a competitor, it will definitely lose to the SoC, no doubt about that. For Toynami to release it at about the same time as the SoC would mean either Toynami is arrogantly stupid or there is a demand for alternate versions. In Toynami's case, i think it's probably both. For us collector it's a win-win situation; those who do not like it would simply not buy it, those who do will buy it. ..and will help to review it objectively to help other collectors
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Post by evanrue on Dec 4, 2016 5:08:33 GMT -5
Well, to be honest, every time there's news on this not-yet-released product, we'll get many posts ridiculing it. Those posts are just beating a dead horse as they are complaining about the same thing, again and again. Just because it comes from Toynami. I own the Toynami Voltron and also two of their Masterpiece Macross VFs, and I understand the frustration. But yeah, if you're complaining why this thread is still active, it's not because of the product, it's those often repeated opinion, the same one nonetheless, every time there's actual news on the EX.
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Post by evanrue on Nov 24, 2016 23:43:21 GMT -5
I used the word venomous to refer to your hostility on an unreleased product. It's not even reviewed yet. It's never meant to be a rude comment. If you see it that way, then I sincerely apologize. Besides, I don't see this ultimate Ex as a competition for SoC or KoB. I'm getting the SoC anyway. Never mind, when it comes to opinion, people will vary.
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Post by evanrue on Nov 24, 2016 23:32:19 GMT -5
Glad both me and SGokin have been of help :-) I'd go for the KoB myself if the SoC wasn't announced, to be honest. The Ultimate Ex is of interest to me due to its stylized look. Yes, it's unreasonably expensive, but I've set aside the fund for it when it was announced haha.
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Post by evanrue on Nov 24, 2016 19:04:28 GMT -5
I suppose the difference between you and me (apart from our taste in Voltron versions) is that I'm willing to keep an open mind on unreleased toys , while you do not. Back before the KoB was released, I withheld my judgement until i get to hold one in hand. I also own the TOynami MP Voltron, and AFTER i've handled it, i feel that while the design is alright (for its time), the MP itself is poorly engineered (structurally). The SOC have good proportions and looks, but I wouldn't hesitate to call a spade a spade if it turned out to be a disaster in hand. Likewise, the Ultimate Ex has not even been released yet. We can argue about how it looks and how expensive it is for a piece of plastic, but to outright call it "awful" without even ever handling it? that's just venom to me. I will judge it once i have it in hand, and if it did turned out to be a dud, i wouldn't hesitate to call it a disaster. Internet popularity does not reflect actual demand. just look at the recent US presidential election. If you only read twitter and FB status, you'd have thought the Democrats would win with a huge landslide. besides, have you read the Chinese forums? they love it in general, notwithstanding the price. but then again, your opinion is yours. I only have issues with early judgement
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Post by evanrue on Nov 24, 2016 8:01:10 GMT -5
Its just nice that the lions.. specifically the feet and arm lions.. are almost the same size.. something ive been looking for.. which Bandai could have done with thier SOC version.. same goes with KOB.. ah come on bro, you just cant compare this awfulness pile of plastic to some thing like the SOC or the KOB i wont even compare it to Mattel Blazing sword almost every collector i know display Voltron in the robot mode unless if they have two versions of the same figure which is rare its just poorly done thats it wow, such venom on a toy that has not been released yet. have you actually handled the Ex? while the price is ridiculous, the Ultimate Ex does look great. I for one would like this stylized version beside the SOC Voltron. I've handled the KoB and while I admit it's a fine piece, it is still too near in terms of look to the SOC. For those who want a different interpretation of Voltron, the Ultimate Ex fits. While the KoB is cheaper (and worth the price), I personally won't get it because I'll be getting the SOC. And i'd get the Ultimate Ex for an official variation. Quality is still in question, but if what we've heard is true (that OriToys designed and manufactured this Ex) then there is a high possibility that the Ex would have better quality than the Toynami MP Voltron. Stay calm and wait for the review before casting your judgement. as for me, if the Ex turned out to be another messy production, then I will review i appropriately.
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Post by evanrue on Nov 24, 2016 7:05:06 GMT -5
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Post by evanrue on Oct 25, 2016 8:19:07 GMT -5
Wow, those latest pics are just WOW. KoB may have its fans, but there's just no competition to the SoC in my book.
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Post by evanrue on Oct 7, 2016 3:00:40 GMT -5
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Post by evanrue on Aug 21, 2016 18:23:31 GMT -5
The KoB does have a very clean look, both the lions and Voltron. Love the way the paws tuck neatly.
For the Soc, I find the chest coat of arms strange, the cross itself has spanner like ends. I don't remember it being that way in any media.
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Post by evanrue on Aug 21, 2016 2:58:46 GMT -5
That comparison with KoB really show how skinny the waist is on the KoB, not to mention being too elongated too. As much as I don't like the Toynami Masterpiece engineering build (floppy and all), it does have a good proportion when it comes to the waist area.
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Post by evanrue on Jul 31, 2016 9:45:35 GMT -5
Good luck! Perhaps you would be so kind to post a review for all of us? thanks Will do, once it's in my hands 👍
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Post by evanrue on Jul 31, 2016 0:57:50 GMT -5
I'm getting this one, mostly because: 1. That superb articulations especially in combined form. 2. The well proportioned lions, especially with the black lion having a larger head than the blue and yellow ones. 3. That handsome face. 4. All plastic construction given the posability and size.
So far, none of the combinable Voltrons have the face quite rightly proportioned : the Toynami Masterpiece version has a rather elongated face, the MT KoB has a comically small face, and the SOC has a V-shaped one. Anime accuracy wise, the SOC+Toynami MP would give the best result.
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Post by evanrue on Jul 27, 2016 3:48:36 GMT -5
Agree with kongfupanda. The SOC Golion is probably going to be best anime accurate Voltron to be produced, but it does have three large flaws to me: 1. The wide and short torso, 2. The long sharp face and 3. The disproportionately larger blue and yellow lions heads compared to the black lion.
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Post by evanrue on Jul 26, 2016 21:59:54 GMT -5
I still don't get this MT KoB love bordering on obsession. Yes, the KoB is an awesome figure, beautiful interpretation of Voltron. However, most here still judge the SOC Golion based on a prototype! Which is bound to have loose joints! If that is so, might as well comment on the incomplete paint! Articulation wise, the SOC is already a winner, especially on the individual lions legs. Even the combined Voltron looks to have good articulations. Heck, I'll go all the way to claim that the Ultimate Ex Voltron has the best perceived articulations! Anime-accuracy wise, bear in mind that MT 'official' version have not been released yet, and current status is unknown. Again, as of now, the SOC Golion wins here. My opinion.
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Post by evanrue on Jul 22, 2016 0:04:32 GMT -5
Amiami still has PO... got mine and its gone... WOW Must be those who have preordered and then decided to cancel. I'd look at HLJ too for such openings
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Post by evanrue on Jul 20, 2016 21:22:46 GMT -5
i suppose now that the SOC VOltron is official, we may never see the MadToys 'official Voltron' version of the KoB.. the initial pics of the MT version looks great, but so far SOC wins in my book, due to the much greater legs articulations of the lions and the rather solid looking shoulder connection. Heck, even my old GX-04 Grendizer still poses well after all these years!
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Post by evanrue on Jul 20, 2016 3:37:19 GMT -5
wow, pre-orders stopped at HLJ, AmiAmi, and Hobbysearch.. in ascending order of PO prices.. that was fast! POed mine from AmiAmi
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Post by evanrue on Jul 20, 2016 0:41:51 GMT -5
Isn't this a design from 5 years ago that Bandai just dusted off when the license became available? People have seen or known of the prototype for years. Years before anyone had even heard of MadToys. I don't know what it is with the Mad Toys KoB fanboys. Dear lord. Bandai ripped off the design, Toynami ripped off the design. Look guys, it's a Bootleg. That's all it has ever been. A nice stylized bootleg that in no way matches any of the animation or designs from any show. Nobody is ripping them off. Quite frankly multi million or billion dollar industries really do not care about the couple of hundred bootleg pieces that they produced. The KoB is a nice gokin. if you bought one and are happy with it that's great. enjoy it. But it has nothing to do with any other product. It is not some all important work of art. It is not influencing anything. wholeheartedly agree to this. i've held the KoB before and admittedly it's a fine gokin, but not perfect or even near perfect.. it has no wrist articulations and a small face compared to body size. this SOC Golion is very near to anime accuracy, and i failed to see how it copies the KoB, unless you also mention that the KoB copies the toynami one. i for one, am excited for this SOC
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