Tim Kidwell

Shiv - Earlier, I spoke too soon in my rush to get you signed up. While the Moebius Cylon is a cool kit (Aaron loves it), I think it runs into the same problem as the stormtrooper or the battle droid: the fig isn't the "big bad," but rather, the henchman--unless in the expanded universe there's a story about a special cylon commander or battle droid who becomes something more than a light-saber fodder.

I sincerely hope that isn't a deterrent.

Bish - I think it would be cool if eagle90 joined up, but as you and I discussed about the stormtrooper (and reflecting what I wrote above), I think the build needs to go more with "named" characters rather than the faceless hordes that carry out their orders. Now, one of the clone trooper commanders, like Cody, I think that would fit.

Thanks for the clarification Tim.   I'm going to do some searching and see what I can get.  I'll keep ya posted!  Off to the internet! 

Eagle90

no it's not a problem, I'll just go with my childhood hero SPIDERMAN

Tim Kidwell

On an up note, Pegasus has done a model of Tarzan, so that might be something for you to look at. It looks like a nice mold, and it's licensed from ERB.

GMorrison

Tim Kidwell

On an up note, Pegasus has done a model of Tarzan, so that might be something for you to look at. It looks like a nice mold, and it's licensed from ERB.

Dunno, checked him out....he's pretty naked too. But I really like the ERB take, so I'll keep focused on that.

Yeah, I know. I don't make the rules, I just live and die by 'em.

Allan Quatermain? Any one know of a kit?

Tim,

I had narrowed my choices down to the Moebius Spiderman or the Green Goblin-since Shivinigh is doing Spidey, I'll go with the Green Goblin.

Bob -

Great!

I've built both of those kits. They had some fit issues, if I remember correctly, but nothing a couple of rubber bands and patience couldn't remedy.

wing_nut

 Of course, King Kong, Gamera, Mothra, and the lot would be in the same category.

OK, so I see that name in a lost of monsters and I realize that's someones handle. I had never heard of that one and it's a major hint to someones screen name

Gee Marc, you haven't heard of Gamera, Guardian of the Universe, Friend of Children, etc, etc, etc???

One of my favorites here since it's probably the most absolute batguano insane film of the entire series - and that's saying something.

And it's got brain-eating Japanese space babes... I mean who doesn't love brain-eating Japanese space babes?

Tim: So a villain has to be a significant character? The Romulan officer I listed does have a very strong resemblance to British actress Carolyn Seymour who played a minor role as Sub-Commander Taris in the Next Generation episode 'Contagion' and a major role as Commander Toreth in 'The Face of the Enemy' which I'm guessing does make her significant?  

I wish someone made a model of a brain-eating Japanese space babe....

Running out of ideas.

Older guy.

Fully clothed.

Curious weapons.

???

Still like Allan Quatermain

GMorrison - how about Indiana Jones or Dr Henry Jones Vinyl Model, I've seen a number of those on evilBay.

regards,

Jack

GM: The Jones Boys sound pretty cool to me. And there is a Doc Savage figure, though he'll set you back 300 smackers (!?!)

Is Tarzan wearing nothing but a loincloth an issue? I mean it's not sexual or anything, it's just that he lives in a jungle and it's hot and there's not many places to many places to shop for a nice suit.

Gamera

Is Tarzan wearing nothing but a loincloth an issue? I mean it's not sexual or anything, it's just that he lives in a jungle and it's hot and there's not many places to many places to shop for a nice suit.

Hey guys, a PSA for the build:

BEEP ... BEEP ... BEEP ...

Body parts we would not typically see on display while walking down Main St. in a typical Midwest town should not be on display on the models. Legs, arms, a man's bare torso, all of these things are OK.

BEEP ... BEEP ... BEEP ...

We're not going to hash out a sexual bias or equality thing here. I'll leave that to your personal blogs. The simple matter is that this is the company's policy, and I work for FSM and by extension Kalmbach. I HATE sounding all boilerplate on this one. The fact is my personal opinions on this particular issue don't carry any weight, and I don't have a lot of wiggle room. However, what wiggle room I do have, I'll use.

As some of you have already done, if you have a question about suitability, PM me. 

Now, back to hijinks and fun! 

Gamera

Tim: So a villain has to be a significant character? The Romulan officer I listed does have a very strong resemblance to British actress Carolyn Seymour who played a minor role as Sub-Commander Taris in the Next Generation episode 'Contagion' and a major role as Commander Toreth in 'The Face of the Enemy' which I'm guessing does make her significant?  

I wish someone made a model of a brain-eating Japanese space babe....

Dude! That trailer killed me! I was crying by the end. Awesome!

Romulans have such big egos that they're all villains, so on that count, you're safe.

Thanks Tim for clearing both of those up esp Tarzan. Sure he's not wearing much, but he's friggin' Tarzan - what else would he wear!?!

GMorrison

Running out of ideas.

Older guy.

Fully clothed.

Curious weapons.

???

Still like Allan Quatermain

It's not Alan Quartermain, but, I think this figure is a take on Solomon Kane (by Robert E. Howard). 

Perhaps not so curious on the weapons, and not particularly old here, but The Road Warrior.

Gamera

Thanks Tim for clearing both of those up esp Tarzan. Sure he's not wearing much, but he's friggin' Tarzan - what else would he wear!?!

My comment regarding the (lack) of clothing our hero has, is simply me chickening out on what would be a very difficult project in skin tones. I'm the guy with the box of unfinished 1/35 figs from all the armor I've built, just because the thought of doing a face the size of a peanut terrifies me. Thank God for tanker gloves!

I looked at the Youtube clips of someone making that model. I need to leave that one for the experts, as I'm not much into highly public prat falls.

Thanks Tim, I'll check those out. I have some leads on a way to do Quatermain as well. Involves a head swap. Now I just need to figure out how to not have to buy two models...

GMorrison

Gamera

Thanks Tim for clearing both of those up esp Tarzan. Sure he's not wearing much, but he's friggin' Tarzan - what else would he wear!?!

Just to clear this up....

My comment regarding the (lack) of clothing our hero has, is simply me chickening out on what would be a very difficult project in skin tones. I'm the guy with the box of unfinished 1/35 figs from all the armor I've built, just because the thought of doing a face the size of a peanut terrifies me. Thank God for tanker gloves!

I looked at the Youtube clips of someone making that model. I need to leave that one for the experts, as I'm not much into highly public prat falls.

No worries, GMorrison. That's all on me. And I totally get where you're coming from.

Thanks, my 9 yr old son & I are attempting to build a pair of old Aurora (one is a Monogram reissue, the other a more recent Polar Lights kit) as a father and son project. I stumbled across this group build and thought it would be fun.

I built the Godzilla kit a long time ago, 1970 or so. I remember enjoying it and I think it is easy enough for my son to build. I also got him a King Ghidorah by Polar Lights (originally bought for my daughter about 10 years ago).

Yes, I took him to Pacific Rim and he loved the movie. Although he prefers the Jaegers to the kaiju, I encourage him to build models.

GMorrison

Thanks Tim, I'll check those out. I have some leads on a way to do Quatermain as well. Involves a head swap. Now I just need to figure out how to not have to buy two models...

You bet! I was going to suggest a little fig modding, but hesitated, then got sidetracked, then ... wait ... What was I saying?

Rob - Does the Polar Lights kit give any scale? I think it was a 16" tall model, right?

GMorrison: My apologies- I completely misunderstood your post there. Didn't mean to open that whole can of worms but Tim cleared it all up.

Tim: Those are really cool figures, if only I had more money or room in my stash.

I've got a few Kaiju figures too, including Gammy of course and Gyaos. I figured the Trek models would be a lot easier to do and far more likely for me to finish in the time frame.

Alright Tim.....jumping in feet first into a new realm of modeling for me!  I would like to officially submit my request for entry to the GB with a ERTL/AMT 12" vinyl Star Trek figure of..........Mr. Scott!  He was always my favorite.  Without him where would the Enterprise be!?  Now remember, it's my first figure kit, so no laughing until I start laughing at myself (which probably won't take long!).  

Eagle90

Eagle90

Alright Tim.....jumping in feet first into a new realm of modeling for me!  I would like to officially submit my request for entry to the GB with a ERTL/AMT 12" vinyl Star Trek figure of..........Mr. Scott!  He was always my favorite.  Without him where would the Enterprise be!?  Now remember, it's my first figure kit, so no laughing until I start laughing at myself (which probably won't take long!).  

Eagle90

Welcome, Eagle90!

You'll find that these guys (most of whom supported me at the lowest points during my battle with my Fokker D.VII) will offer help and critique rather than criticize. It's gonna be a blast seeing Scotty come to life. 

And props to you and everyone whose taking a step out of their comfort zone to come along on this build. Impressive. Most impressive.

GMorrison - I put you down as TBA for your fig.

Tim Kidwell

Eagle90

Alright Tim.....jumping in feet first into a new realm of modeling for me!  I would like to officially submit my request for entry to the GB with a ERTL/AMT 12" vinyl Star Trek figure of..........Mr. Scott!  He was always my favorite.  Without him where would the Enterprise be!?  Now remember, it's my first figure kit, so no laughing until I start laughing at myself (which probably won't take long!).  

Eagle90

Welcome, Eagle90!

You'll find that these guys (most of whom supported me at the lowest points during my battle with my Fokker D.VII) will offer help and critique rather than criticize. It's gonna be a blast seeing Scotty come to life. 

And props to you and everyone whose taking a step out of their comfort zone to come along on this build. Impressive. Most impressive.

GMorrison - I put you down as TBA for your fig.

Thank you sir!  I'm already compiling a few questions!    Very exciting trying new stuff!  Who knows....I might even do a ship before long!!!  

Eagle90

so went to the hobby store today and picked up Mobius' spiderman.

shivinigh

so went to the hobby store today and picked up Mobius' spiderman.

Sweet! One of the things I like most about that kit is the clever way it hides the seams along the webbing on the costume. If I remember right, I had some issues with hiding the seams around the head and neck, but painting was able to hide the issues.

Good morning!

All right, so it looks like we have 15 inmates (including Aaron and me). That's a good number.

To tell the truth, I've already started mapping out building Conan and gathering the materials I'll need. I've also started going through colors and planning.

Which brings me to a problem--I have a bunch of treasure, coins mostly, dressing up the model. In the past, I'd paint it gold or whatever and call it done. But, on this one, I want to step it up a bit. I'm trying to come up with ways to detail the coins rather than have them be nondescript metal discs.

I know at this scale detail is going to be tough to see without an Optivisor, but I want that added texture, as minute as it might be.

I'll continue to puzzle this one out and let you know what I come up with.

Now that I have no idea Tim, unless you want to paint each coin or print out tiny decals and apply them! I think I'd just paint them gold, add a dark gold wash and then drybrush the upper edges with a light gold.

I assume they'd have the face of a Hyborian (sp?) king or queen on them?  

Hmmmm...intriguing problem.  How about finding some cool medallion or two, mounting a handle to it, and using it as a branding iron to emboss detail into the coins?