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Post by fishandchips on Feb 21, 2022 2:59:42 GMT -5
I hope one day either Blitzway or Bandai will release a version with fully chromed elbows, waist and upper legs! It's the only personal nitpick I have with both of these awesome robots.
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Post by repairtechjon on Feb 21, 2022 10:17:45 GMT -5
This Blitzway is the first GoLion toy that scales with the vintage Dairugger XV LOL.
The size difference was always a weird thing with the old toys, with the Vehicle team being so much taller in toy form. I know theyre completely differrent original series, but since the "Voltrons" we grew up with had crossover, so many collectors were happy they could display the 2 SOCs together and look good.
Now I'm surprised this comparison hasn't shown up in photos yet.
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Post by Super.Ultra.Robo.Rider on Feb 21, 2022 10:38:50 GMT -5
This Blitzway is the first GoLion toy that scales with the vintage Dairugger XV LOL. The size difference was always a weird thing with the old toys, with the Vehicle team being so much taller in toy form. I know theyre completely differrent original series, but since the "Voltrons" we grew up with had crossover, so many collectors were happy they could display the 2 SOCs together and look good. Now I'm surprised this comparison hasn't shown up in photos yet. Blitzway Carbotix Dairugger is next up if we aren't already bankrupt  I'm only kind of joking. It seems inevitable. |
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Post by zetaking on Feb 21, 2022 12:59:38 GMT -5
Im anxious to get this but wonder when bbts will get it to me..
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Post by greengetterguy on Feb 22, 2022 10:11:51 GMT -5
A superb reference review. Very helpful. Please watch with caption on.
Also if you can, please consider like and subscribe.( no it's not me teehee....but IMHO we SHOULD support reviewers like him.)
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Post by ahoran77 on Feb 22, 2022 23:18:57 GMT -5
I can’t believe I just ordered it but here we are. Man, this is an amazing sculpt! Great articulation. Love the details regarding the pilots. A+, dammit.
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Post by shin007 on Feb 23, 2022 6:02:54 GMT -5
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Post by k1r4yamato on Feb 23, 2022 10:46:14 GMT -5
Sometimes, I don't understand why people compare BLitzway Voltron with BANDAI Soul of Chogokin Golion?
It is not apple to apple.
Both robots separated with huge price margin!
Blitzway is far more expensive than SOC, so, its normal if BLitzway is superior than Soul of Chogokin.
Rather funny, if BANDAI SOC came on top.
Of course, people could do anything with their robots, but c'mon! Comparing a 300 dollar stuff with 700 dollar one? 😝
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Post by mrclean08 on Feb 23, 2022 11:22:00 GMT -5
Sometimes, I don't understand why people compare BLitzway Voltron with BANDAI Soul of Chogokin Golion? It is not apple to apple. Both robots separated with huge price margin! Blitzway is far more expensive than SOC, so, its normal if BLitzway is superior than Soul of Chogokin. Rather funny, if BANDAI SOC came on top. Of course, people could do anything with their robots, but c'mon! Comparing a 300 dollar stuff with 700 dollar one? 😝 Fair point indeed! But I think most people do the comparison just because they see two high end Voltron products. But I agree with you on this one; It is not an apple to apple comparison. The price points are different and you can't really compare a 2017 chogokin to a 2022 chogokin in terms of overall evolution and engineering. This is like comparing a late 2016 high end automobile versus a 2022 high end automobile. The 2017 model is already going to be heavily disadvantaged out of the gates. The SOC was amazing during its run. And it was the definitive Voltron toy for many years. But I think in terms of modern engineering and aesthetics, it is quite evident that the Blitzway has now raised the bar and will be the definitive piece. (barring any serious QC issues we have yet to officially confirm once the vast majority of customers/collectors have it hand.) |
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Post by bocasas on Feb 23, 2022 11:35:31 GMT -5
Sometimes, I don't understand why people compare BLitzway Voltron with BANDAI Soul of Chogokin Golion? It is not apple to apple. Both robots separated with huge price margin! Blitzway is far more expensive than SOC, so, its normal if BLitzway is superior than Soul of Chogokin. Rather funny, if BANDAI SOC came on top. Of course, people could do anything with their robots, but c'mon! Comparing a 300 dollar stuff with 700 dollar one? 😝 Fair point indeed! But I think most people do the comparison just because they see two high end Voltron products. But I agree with you on this one; It is not an apple to apple comparison. The price points are different and you can't really compare a 2017 chogokin to a 2022 chogokin in terms of overall evolution and engineering. This is like comparing a late 2016 high end automobile versus a 2022 high end automobile. The 2017 model is already going to be heavily disadvantaged out of the gates. The SOC was amazing during its run. And it was the definitive Voltron toy for many years. But I think in terms of modern engineering and aesthetics, it is quite evident that the Blitzway has now raised the bar and will be the definitive piece. (barring any serious QC issues we have yet to officially confirm once the vast majority of customers/collectors have it hand.) I think is more like comparing a Fiat to a BMW ... they are in totally different leagues. 700usd is more than twice (that is DX SOC price range) . I think the comparison between SOC and threezero is more fair... It good to see voltron getting more love. As for me, I'm happy with the SOC, but I think this one is awesome, and threezero will be a fair competitor (may surpass bandai for what I'm seeing) |
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Post by S_Gokin on Feb 23, 2022 12:55:26 GMT -5
when a new figure hit the market collectors will compare it to the best version, in this case its the SOC
i dont agree on the price point point, its not a rule, expensive doesn't always mean better, look at the Sentinel Mazinkaiser and the Hagane Works Mazinkaiser and you will understand my point
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Post by bocasas on Feb 23, 2022 13:08:31 GMT -5
when a new figure hit the market collectors will compare it to the best version, in this case its the SOC i dont agree on the price point point, its not a rule, expensive doesn't always mean better, look at the Sentinel Mazinkaiser and the Hagane Works Mazinkaiser and you will understand my point I won't put those in the same category either (besides haganework is missing articulation and way smaller, also cheaper. It is different but no way better). And price point is important when talking about figures, the most important thing is price/quality relation. For example, you can't compare Marvel legends figures with the sh figuarts, Marvel legends costs 20bucks while figuarts costs three times that, figuarts may be better, but when you look at the price Marvel legends tend to be unbeatable. |
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Post by S_Gokin on Feb 23, 2022 14:31:33 GMT -5
I won't put those in the same category either (besides haganework is missing articulation and way smaller, also cheaper. It is different but no way better). And price point is important when talking about figures, the most important thing is price/quality relation. For example, you can't compare Marvel legends figures with the sh figuarts, Marvel legends costs 20bucks while figuarts costs three times that, figuarts may be better, but when you look at the price Marvel legends tend to be unbeatable.
i think its a great example
in the articulation department there is no pose that Riobot can do, but the HW cant
smaller yes but it have more diecast and better engineering, simply the figure wont break in half so its way better and cheaper, the only con is its a bit shorter thats it
another example we can take is the Toynami Voltron remember how the diecast version were awful and expensive while the plastic ones were...... less awful but chepaer lol
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Post by bleah on Feb 23, 2022 16:10:44 GMT -5
I feel we can only fairly compare Blitzway Voltron to a DX Voltron if Bandai ever releases one. It's not just the price point difference but Blitzway is marketed as a level above your typical SOC. The question is do you get your money's worth for the product is something you can compare across the lines.
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Post by - on Feb 24, 2022 4:07:57 GMT -5
in the articulation department there is no pose that Riobot can do, but the HW cant
HW Mazinkaiser is nothing more than a poor man's Sentinel. It doesn't have any of the articulation points that made the Sentinel version legendary like the folding in breast plates, calf armor, shoulder blades. Not to mention the size difference which is like SOC vs SRC, I absolutely regret buying it  just try this with your Hagane Works lol |
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Post by S_Gokin on Feb 24, 2022 5:14:49 GMT -5
HW Mazinkaiser is nothing more than poor man's Sentinel. It doesn't have any of the articulation points that made the Sentinel version legendary like folding in breast plates, calf armor, shoulder blades. Not to mention the size difference which is like SOC vs SRC, I absolutely regret buying it just try this with your Hagane Works lol
i wont call it a poor man's Sentinel, i would say its a reasonable man's Sentinel, its not money its value for money
i agree with you that pose didnt work (just tried it), but im not sure if those couple joints should cost an extra $150 ?
the HW is waaay less floppy than the Sentinel
for me when the design is not accurate i stop caring about the scale
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Post by - on Feb 24, 2022 5:30:10 GMT -5
i wont call it a poor man's Sentinel, i would say its a reasonable man's Sentinel, its not money its value for money
i agree with you that pose didnt work (just tried it), but im not sure if those couple joints should cost an extra $150 ?
the HW is waaay less floppy than the Sentinel
for me when the design is not accurate i stop caring about the scale
    It's not just couple more joints      It makes a world of difference. You can probably mimic with your Hagane Works, but it's just not nearly as natural and robust as the Sentinel that has now become a new standard of all gokin toys. Not only that, the level of details, and the quality of finish is just another league. And with the newer version coming that fixes all the problems, there's absolutely no reason to buy the HW, unless you're poor. |
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Post by S_Gokin on Feb 24, 2022 5:30:33 GMT -5
I feel we can only fairly compare Blitzway Voltron to a DX Voltron if Bandai ever releases one. It's not just the price point difference but Blitzway is marketed as a level above your typical SOC. The question is do you get your money's worth for the product is something you can compare across the lines.
could you explain what you mean by "Blitzway is marketed as a level above your typical SOC" ?
are you taking about in general or Voltron vs Voltron ?
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Post by S_Gokin on Feb 24, 2022 6:01:14 GMT -5
You can probably mimic with your Hagane Works, but it's just not nearly as natural and robust as the Sentinel that has now become a new standard of all gokin toys. Not only that, the level of details, and the quality of finish is just another league. And with the newer version coming that fixes all the problems, there's absolutely no reason to buy the HW, unless you're poor.
actually i managed to pull most of these poses 
to be exact its about an extra 8 joints in the Sentinel, still not worth an extra $150
robust ? lol just be careful or it will break in half
details and finish maybe but quality i dont think so
the only standard they set is "you can ask more for less(even if its half baked)" thats it
well i have some of Fewture EX Gokins, i have ALL of the DX SOC's and some other stuff in the same price range as the Sentinel, so when i picked the HW over the Sentinel its not because of money, its simply because i dont think a half baked figure worth the asking price and i dont do more for less
lastly i will be more than happy to keep on this discussion but in somewhere else so we dont spam this thread
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Post by bocasas on Feb 24, 2022 6:17:00 GMT -5
I know you don't like Sentinel S (I know they are a bit overpriced but their engineering tends to be top notch), but you are missing the point. You can compare this 700usd voltron to the SOC, is like comparing the dx mazinger with the SOC. You can, but you will end telling the obvious, they are just not in the same league (and that doest mean the SOC is bad, is just a lower tier product due to its price).
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