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Posted by satoshisangel on Thursday, March 7, 2019 2:11 PM

So... Um. I don't usually join forums and I am certain that I will not be welcomed because of my chosen model media but I'm here for like one thing so I am just throwing feelers out there.

 

I am a... Gunpla Modeler and all that entails. So Bandai, Kotobukiya and the like.

 

There are probably better places for this media but I saw on a google search a discussion that was pertinent to my current project.

Tags: Bandai , gunpla
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  • From: AandF in the Badger State
Posted by checkmateking02 on Friday, March 8, 2019 2:28 PM

Welcome to the Forums!

 

 

 

 

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  • From: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England
Posted by Bish on Friday, March 8, 2019 2:50 PM

Welcome aboard. I have no idea what Gunpla is, but we have modeleres building all types of subjects here, so i am sure you will find some one who shares your interets.

I am a Norfolk man and i glory in being so

 

On the bench: Airfix 1/72nd Harrier GR.3/Fujimi 1/72nd Ju 87D-3

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  • From: From the Mit, but live in Mason, O high ho
Posted by hogfanfs on Friday, March 8, 2019 2:53 PM

Seriously?? Gunpla Modeler, heck yeah! We have Gunpla, Gundam and Mecha modelers. You'll fit in just fine. 

Once you get settled in, I may have some questions for you about the Kotobukiya Armored Core kits. If you have knowledge of these kits.

And welcome to the forums! Welcome Sign Beer

 Bruce

 

 On the bench:  1/48 Eduard MiG-21MF

                        1/35 Takom Merkava Mk.I

 

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    September 2012
Posted by GMorrison on Friday, March 8, 2019 2:58 PM

Welcome!

Are you kidding???? Gundam is wonderful stuff.

You are right, it's not exactly the main topic here. But lots of discussion about techniques of model building, painting and photography of everything. Well, just about everything-there are rules.

Good to have you here Satoshiangel.

 Modeling is an excuse to buy books.

 

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  • From: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England
Posted by Bish on Friday, March 8, 2019 3:02 PM

Got you now, i know what Gundam is.

I am a Norfolk man and i glory in being so

 

On the bench: Airfix 1/72nd Harrier GR.3/Fujimi 1/72nd Ju 87D-3

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    May 2011
  • From: Honolulu, Hawaii
Posted by Real G on Friday, March 8, 2019 3:59 PM

No shame, jump into the forum pool!  There are Gunpla fans here, myself included.  Ask questions, talk story, post pictures - we like pictures!

“Ya ya ya, unicorn papoi!”

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  • From: Bethlehem PA
Posted by the Baron on Friday, March 8, 2019 4:26 PM

Bish

...I have no idea what Gunpla is...

Hey, Bish, it's a Japanese portmanteau word (now there's a throwback to grammar school English class!) of the words, "Gundam plastic model".  I think the Japanese create a lot of words that way, by the way.

The bigger the government, the smaller the citizen.

 

 

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  • From: Bethlehem PA
Posted by the Baron on Friday, March 8, 2019 4:29 PM

satoshisangel

So... Um. I don't usually join forums and I am certain that I will not be welcomed because of my chosen model media but I'm here for like one thing so I am just throwing feelers out there.

I am a... Gunpla Modeler and all that entails. So Bandai, Kotobukiya and the like.

There are probably better places for this media but I saw on a google search a discussion that was pertinent to my current project.

Welcome to the forum, satoshisangel!  As the others have said, all genres are welcome here, and you'll probaby find some other Gundam builders here, too.  I think more modelers here in the West are taking them up.  I build Maschinen Krieger kits myself, besides historical models, and toy soldiers.

I look forward to seeing your builds!

Best regards,

Brad

The bigger the government, the smaller the citizen.

 

 

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  • From: Western North Carolina
Posted by Tojo72 on Friday, March 8, 2019 4:35 PM

Whatever it is,welcome aboard,hope we can be helpful

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  • From: Honolulu, Hawaii
Posted by Real G on Friday, March 8, 2019 4:43 PM

the Baron

 

Hey, Bish, it's a Japanese portmanteau word (now there's a throwback to grammar school English class!) of the words, "Gundam plastic model".  I think the Japanese create a lot of words that way, by the way.

 

[quote user="the Baron"]

 

Hee hee, yeah the Japanese like to coin new words by combining and contracting:
 
Pasocon = Personal Computer
 
Conbini = Convenience Store
 
Sekuhara = Sexual Harassment  Surprise
 
But sometimes they don't.  For example, CA glue is "shunkan setchakku zai" = instant adhesive, not Suupa Gloo. Stick out tongue  And sometimes they ride the fence.  Baseball can be "Ba-su Bo-ru" or "Yakyu".  I am wondering if they loved the game so much that they gave it a proper Japanese word.  As my Japanese uncle who umpires in minor league is fond of saying, "STO-RAIKKU!!!"  Football is still "Foot-O Bo-ru"and soccer is "Sakka".

 

“Ya ya ya, unicorn papoi!”

  • Member since
    May 2011
  • From: Honolulu, Hawaii
Posted by Real G on Friday, March 8, 2019 10:44 PM

BTW Satoshisangel, what do you like building?  How did you get into anime modeling?  Tell us your story please!

“Ya ya ya, unicorn papoi!”

fox
  • Member since
    January 2007
  • From: Narvon, Pa.
Posted by fox on Friday, March 8, 2019 11:40 PM

Welcome to the Forums! Glad to have you with us.

Hope we can be helpful to you. Be sure to post photos of your work.

Jim  Captain

 Main WIP: 

   On the Bench: Artesania Latina  (aka) Artists in the Latrine 1/75 Bluenose II

I keep hitting "escape", but I'm still here.

  • Member since
    June 2014
  • From: New Braunfels , Texas
Posted by Tanker - Builder on Saturday, March 9, 2019 8:11 AM

Hi , Satoshisangel :

 Well what took you so long ? I am trying to find the right subject to get Gundam close to MaschinenKreiger . So don't worry , we are interested, I like the small units that look like Fatter Robots with the heads missing .You know, the driver sits in the Chest Cavity ! .

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    July 2014
  • From: Franklin Wi
Posted by Bakster on Saturday, March 9, 2019 8:57 AM

satoshisangel
I don't usually join forums and I am certain that I will not be welcomed because of my chosen model media but I'm here for like one thing so I am just throwing feelers out there.

Nonsense, variety is good. Bring it on!

Welcome Sign

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Posted by Est.1961 on Saturday, March 9, 2019 11:40 AM

Welcome Sign It takes all types to make the world go round and keep it interesting .

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  • From: Indiana, USA
Posted by Greg on Sunday, March 10, 2019 10:14 AM

Like Dad always said, don't assume or presume.

I think you'll find yourself more than welcome here.

I was introduced to this genre a couple years back visiting my stepson's family in Orange County. One of the young adult brothers-in-law builds them. It was intriguing to me seeing a young person (meaning under 40 to me), sitting on the floor putting a model together whilst watching TV with the family.

I've kicked around trying one myself as I'm away from my bench for a while and it might be an option.

 

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  • From: Naples, FL
Posted by tempestjohnny on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 5:40 AM

Welcome Sign

 

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Posted by Tosh on Sunday, March 17, 2019 7:07 AM

Welcome to FSM Forums!

Your Friend, Toshi

Reside in Streetsboro, Ohio

 

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