Star Alien 70 is back with more Imperials...
-- Posted by Tamer on Friday, August 31 2018
"Here's some fairly straightforward customised Imperial Officers from ANH. With these I wanted to do some specific officers that Hasbro hasn’t done by making use of duplicate officer figures I already had, so I wasn’t too bothered about the articulation in some of these."
Trust me you are going to want to scroll around in his latest post to see may more than I am showing you above and below this text. It would sure be great to see Hasbro release a new Imperial Battle Pack or something along those lines wouldn't it!
Big Bad Toy Store lists great new pre-order and in stock Items we like!
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 30 2018
MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE VINTAGE FIGURES
By the Power of Grayskull! Super7 is proud to present the MOTU Vintage Collection, the original Masters of the Universe action figures re-imagined to match the character designs from the animated cartoon! Each 5.5" Vintage figure comes with accessories and features a spring-loaded mechanism: Turn the waist and the figure swings back with a punch! The packaging includes a custom character history card and has new and original art on the back of the card.
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Search?HideSoldOut=true&PageSize=50&SortOrder=New&Brand=2603&Company=279
THUNDERCATS SAVAGE WORLD
Welcome to Third Earth—second home to the ThunderCats—following the destruction of their home planet Thundera. Lion-O, Lord of the ThunderCats and wielder of the Sword of Omens is ready to face off with Panthro against the demon priest Mumm-Ra and leader of the Reptilians, Slithe. These action figures are ready to reenact key battles between the ThunderCats and their chief antagonists! $12.99 Each
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/search?Series=14994
GENTLE GIANT STAR WARS ENAMEL PINS
The enamel pin craze has swept the planet and once again pop culture fandom is on the forefront of that trend. Gentle Giant Toys is beyond excited to step into this arena with the biggest juggernaut license in the galaxy – Star Wars! The first release of the officially licensed, cloisonné hard enamel Star Wars pins were debuted at SDCC 2018!
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/search?PageSize=50&SortOrder=New&ProductType=107&Department=7388
Star Alien 70 shares an Imperial Custom...
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 30 2018
"Back to the OT. Over the next few days Ill be posting some customs of Imperial Officers I did a while ago, but realised I hadn't posted on here. Here's the first one.
Sgt Derek Torent - Senior Watch Trooper with headset, helmet and cap. Single-breasted grey uniform that is the same as those from the Death Star turbolift scenes (not the black uniform of the Navy Troopers or the olive grey of the officers)."
Folks that is just the start of the very great description and recipe. Man, I really did that new head gear!
Art deWhill shares new Rogue One Art!
-- Posted by Tamer on Wednesday, August 29 2018
"This is the next of my expressive realism style paintings depicting a scene from Rogue One. It is hard to paint figures and especially troopers this way, getting the balance right between loose brush work and a certain amount of details needed to deliver the figure. Hope you like it."
I do like the style!
Ghost Skull 18 shares a new custom...
-- Posted by Tamer on Wednesday, August 29 2018
"Holiday special boba fett and Ichthyodont. The ichthyodont is a repainted elasmosaurus with custom made saddle."
I really like this. It sure does look like the first time I remember seeing Boba Fett!
Dan shares some Home Depot News...
-- Posted by Tamer on Wednesday, August 29 2018
Now this is the way to spruce up your home; with a huge ole Dragon! It seems these were inspired by a certain dragon from the Schleich Line. Dan is always keeping us aware of the big ole beasties our there for our collections and dioramas. We thank him for it!
One Proud Dad Post...
-- Posted by Tamer on Tuesday, August 28 2018
Well I have an awesome time supporting my local 501st Garrison this past weekend at a local Troop. It is always great to see my 501st Family and this year my daughter wanted to cosplay with dad as her favorite TV Show Character (Castiel from Supernatural). What is even better is she is now after me to get her a Sabine Wren Kit so she can go troop with me! She made her costume herself! She is definitely way more talented than me!
Dan shares Toy City Location Link...
-- Posted by Tamer on Monday, August 27 2018
Well we are all hoping this new Toy Store that is a branch off from Party City will help fill the void that Toys R Us going out of business in the US has left. Click the link above to see where a new Toy City will be near you!
Dan is back with more Toy News...
-- Posted by Tamer on Monday, August 27 2018
From new Jurassic World Sets to new Scheich Line News, Dan keeps us abreast of all the latest news of interest to customizers in general.
Stan is back with some Imperial Customs...
-- Posted by Tamer on Sunday, August 26 2018
"
Imperials, more Imperials, joining custom vintage collection ion in 2018!"
All four of them are very nice!
Fiala Fernbrugg is back with a new Custom TIE...
-- Posted by Tamer on Sunday, August 26 2018
He is calling this one the TIE Clutch!
Imperial Officer is back with more customs...
-- Posted by Tamer on Sunday, August 26 2018
"Stormtrooper TX-964
After hearing of the destruction that the death star had caused, TX-964 deserted and blew up the supply depot at an imperial base. he has been on the run ever since, and he has camouflaged his armor to help him avoid detection."
Make sure you scroll around when you click in as there are quite a few more to peruse!
Ghost Skull 18 shares a few new customs...
-- Posted by Tamer on Sunday, August 26 2018
"So I was very excited when uncle milton announced thier Xcavations line mainly due to the maul skull, im a huge maul fan an its amazing! So I wanted to do more an bought a skeleton to attach the skull to, added the hasbro maul clothes an ta-dah 12 inch skeleton maul!
I bought the infinity war spider man a little after the film came out an was sad to find that he didnt come with the legs so with the cheap spidey's back pack I present iron spider, a simple fix to a problem
BONUS, custom painted copy of a unmasked deadpool head attached to a 6 inch shadow guard."
He has all kinds of different genres in this latest update!
Hole in the Ground Production News...
-- Posted by Tamer on Sunday, August 26 2018
"Our IndieGoGo campaign will be launching soon. Until then, you can check out the “draft” page with video. This will show you what the campaign page will look like minus a few changes and we tweak and finalize things.
https://www.indiegogo.com/project/preview/d2eef92a
There is also a “prelaunch page where you can sign up for emails specifically about the campaign. I go into a little more detail via that list.
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/diorama-parts-and-accessories-for-4-inch-figures/coming_soon/x/19076029
Support your local 501st Garrison...
-- Posted by Tamer on Friday, August 24 2018
I am gearing up for a Trooping Weekend! WV Pop Con will be in full force tomorrow as Garrison Corellia goes out to support a good event and a good charity with their Blast A Trooper Cause. If you attend you may even see one friendly Imperial TA as you walk by. And look, as I did my pre-troop check last night I caught an Imperial Spy.
Big Bad Toy Store lists great new pre-order and in stock Items we like!
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 23 2018
NECA PREDATOR ULTIMATE CITY HUNTER & JUNGLE HUNTER FIGURES
These chilling creatures have received Ultimate treatment from NECA, including additional articulation in the biceps, elbows, and torso!
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Search?Series=7885&Brand=4985
STAR WARS ARTFX+ DENGAR STATUE
Star Wars ARTFX+ Statues bring you all of the quality and detailing that you expect from an ARTFX release in a great smaller scale perfect for collecting! The series has already brought you amazing heroes, villains, and troopers from the classic trilogy and beyond, and now you can collect the bounty hunters summoned by Darth Vader to track down the Millennium Falcon in Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back. $89.99
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Search?HideSoldOut=true&Brand=2308&PageSize=50&SortOrder=New&Company=51
ALIENS XENOMORPH QUEEN DELUXE ACTION FIGURE
In honor of the 35th Anniversary of the Alien franchise, NECA has created one of the most massive and most ambitious Aliens figure! The terrifying Xenomorph Queen is based on her appearance in the 1986 Aliens film. She stands over 15 inches tall and is over 30 inches long, with over 30 points of articulation, including a spectacular poseable tail. Bring some of the movie's most thrilling scenes to life in realistic detail, because the Queen is completely in scale with their current Alien action figure line. $119.99
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/VariationDetails/10371
Target ships my Gammys!
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 23 2018
Well I was getting a bit leery of them ever showing up, but I had a box on my back porch yesterday (glad it didn't rain USPS!) and they showed up in minty fresh condition. Talk about one great action figure. This is easily one of the best of the six inch line they have produced to date folks. Click here to share what you have added to your collection lately!
SID shows us a custom!
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 23 2018
"Here I'll be posting WIP of figures let me know what you like (or don't) and what you wanna see.
I have years worth of figures"
Years worth? Now I like the sound of that!
Star Alien 70 shows us a great Custom Han...
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 23 2018
"Here's some images of the custom Han Solo and the modified TBS Rey (unfortunately not from the Lake District this time)."
Now that is one awesome Solo!
Panther shows construction video...
-- Posted by Tamer on Wednesday, August 22 2018
"I've put together a short video of how to assemble the ruins diorama,it shows where I've used the magnets that hold it together."
Talk about one great diorama. It is easily one of the best he has ever done.
Dan is making some Toy Finds...
-- Posted by Tamer on Wednesday, August 22 2018
From Chap Mei Knockoffs at Burlington to Schleich at Five Below he keeps you covered. And then he throws in some great Halloween Customizing items from Michaels for good measure.
Entertainment Earth has great One Day Sale on 6" Black Series Wave 14 Case...
-- Posted by Tamer on Wednesday, August 22 2018
"Hi! We're having a super awesome amazing deal tomorrow, Wednesday August 22, starting at midnight tonight PST, until Wednesday at 11:59pm PST. It's on:
https://www.entertainmentearth.com/product/hsb3834p
Star Wars The Black Series 6-Inch Action Figure Wave 14 Case
Regular price: $174.99
Sale price: $50! For 8 Star Wars Black 6" figures! That's over 70% off!"
Black Thorne is back with a new Falcon Dio...
-- Posted by Tamer on Tuesday, August 21 2018
"I made a new Falcon dio, this time in a Crait dio. Check this out:"
Trust me folks this is definitely worth the click.
L-Jarvis is back with a new custom...
-- Posted by Tamer on Tuesday, August 21 2018
"Black Krrsantan wookie bounty hunter"
Looks pretty daggone rad to me.
Walter McCloud sends news on new Diorama Set...
-- Posted by Tamer on Tuesday, August 21 2018
We all suffer from not having enough diorama set pieces to let ourselves or our children have fun with their action figures. Then, if we do have something we can use we have the added problem of the space of storing it. This Kickstarter Project solves that problem by folding up flat when its done and storing away nice and thin.
I-am-Boba-Fett is back...
-- Posted by Tamer on Monday, August 20 2018
"Here is a Star Wars KEENSER DROID TECHNICIAN custom figure.
This 1:18 scale multi-articulated action figure features:
- Custom figure is fully poseable and has multiple points of articulation
- Custom painted resin cast head
- Custom painted resin cast pit droid
- Custom sculpted and painted scanner
- Custom paint work
This one of a kind figure is FOR SALE here:"
Sure looks pretty awesome to me!
Ron Hembling starts a new Indy Dio...
-- Posted by Tamer on Monday, August 20 2018
"Hi All,
This will be my last dio update for 2-3 weeks as I will having surgery tomorrow to have my ankle fused so I'll be bed stricken for that time. I will have my laptop so I can still answer messages etc but no dio building as the leg has to stay raised
So until the next update for this build in a few weeks please enjoy what I have done so far and take care and stay safe.
Cheers
Ron
New dio is going to a box dio for a custom Indy figure I'm doing. The body for the Indy is a SHF body Kun and the head is a cast from GlassmanCustoms http://glassmancustoms.com/…/unpainted-6-indy-head-cast-du…/ and is an awesome cast and I'm getting the clothing done from a friend over on instagram called ageoftoys https://www.instagram.com/ageoftoys/
The box dio/display so far as been made using foam board and high density foam. The stone work and hieroglyphs were done using a sharp led pencil and the stone texture was done by pressing a piece of sandstone into the foam.
The large stone glyhs on the lower levelare from the Hasbro Indiana Jones play sets that came out years ago and I couldn't resist adding them to the box dio/ display.
I will be adding lighting to it as well and the front section will be removable so that the figure can be put into different positions from time to time.
Ron"
Well, here's to wishing Ron a speedy recovery so he can back to this!
Panther finishes us his Church Ruins Dio...
-- Posted by Tamer on Monday, August 20 2018
"To add to the scene I have scattered small piles of scenic ballast around floor.
I went over the black gloss and the ballast with a light grey wash to weather them and match the surroundings. With all of this done, this diorama is now complete."
Click on through to see a few ways he populates this. It is definitely one of my favorites he has created.
Starchaser shares two new customs...
-- Posted by Tamer on Monday, August 20 2018
"A couple of new characters:
Nurox - A cyborg created by the Arkanian Renegades during their conflict with the Arkanian Dominion. Like his much more notorious comrade in arms, Gorm the Dissolver, Nurox survived the conflict.
Li'l Klee - The youngest of fourteen children in his Gigoran family, Klee was often called “Little One” or “Little Klee” because of his place in the birth order."
Click on through for the full descriptions and recipes for each character.
Star Alien 70 shares more graphics...
-- Posted by Tamer on Monday, August 20 2018
I am really liking the laser effects he is showing us this time out. Don't forget to let him know what you think in his forums thread.
He has also posted up a great TFA Custom Han you can find here.
Dan shares BOSS Fight Studio News...
-- Posted by Tamer on Sunday, August 19 2018
New Jersey Comic Con happened yesterday and while Dan wasn't able to attend he sure took studios notes about some of the new stuff we will see down the road. Man, I gotta give BOSS Fight Studio credit, they seem to have the ultimate action figure line. I mean between articulation, sculpt, paint work, character choice, and now a new horse/beast line it is easy to see why folks like them so much.
Elias does an interview...
-- Posted by Tamer on Sunday, August 19 2018
Darth Daddy was kind enough to post this on our Facebook Page and it showcases Elias talking about customizing action figures!
Gamorrean Guards are on the way!
-- Posted by Tamer on Saturday, August 18 2018
Well if you are like me and Target is a distant outpost for you we ordered online and then have been going through delayed purgatory messages for the past month or so. I just woke up this message in my in box this morning.
Star Alien 70 is back with a Sequel Custom...
-- Posted by Tamer on Saturday, August 18 2018
"A change of scene; I've not done much customising for the sequels (I'm not really getting into them), but I really like Rey's character and I wanted to do a custom for her Jakku headgear that was able to cover her scavenger and speeder scenes.
Rey (Jakku) custom headgear: Uses goggles cut from 'Rogue One' single carded Rey (Jakku) attached with cotton strap. Modified shoulder piece scarf also from this figure. Headscarf & face scarf piece cut and modified from TFA Rey's speeder figure."
He has really done a fantastic job on this one. That facial scarf affair is fantastic! Speaking of great work you are also gonna want to check out some fantastic graphic work from Star Alien 70 too!
Dan shares new BOSS Fight Studios News...
-- Posted by Tamer on Saturday, August 18 2018
Looks like they are tacking a new line.
Having a hard time getting the Hovertank?
-- Posted by Tamer on Friday, August 17 2018
Thanks to the folks mailing in that you can get the Rogue One Hovertank at regular price with free shipping on Hasbro's eBay Store.
Hole in the Ground Production News...
-- Posted by Tamer on Friday, August 17 2018
"The "Pre Launch" page is now live for our IndieGoGo campaign. You can use it to sign up for updates and for notifications when the campaign goes live!
Please spread the word! A crowd fund is all about a group effort. Even if you don’t contribute, please let all the collectors you know..... know. With your help, we can continue and expand!
Eric
Hole in the Ground Productions"
Sounds like a good deal to me!
Big Bad Toy Store lists great new pre-order and in stock Items we like!
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 16 2018
NECA PREDATOR ULTIMATE CITY HUNTER & JUNGLE HUNTER FIGURES
These chilling creatures have received Ultimate treatment from NECA, including additional articulation in the biceps, elbows, and torso!
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Search?Series=7885&Brand=4985
ALIENS XENOMORPH QUEEN DELUXE ACTION FIGURE
In honor of the 35th Anniversary of the Alien franchise, NECA has created one of the most massive and most ambitious Aliens figure! The terrifying Xenomorph Queen is based on her appearance in the 1986 Aliens film. She stands over 15 inches tall and is over 30 inches long, with over 30 points of articulation, including a spectacular poseable tail. Bring some of the movie's most thrilling scenes to life in realistic detail, because the Queen is completely in scale with their current Alien action figure line. $119.99
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/VariationDetails/10371
STAR WARS ARTFX+ DENGAR STATUE
Star Wars ARTFX+ Statues bring you all of the quality and detailing that you expect from an ARTFX release in a great smaller scale perfect for collecting! The series has already brought you amazing heroes, villains, and troopers from the classic trilogy and beyond, and now you can collect the bounty hunters summoned by Darth Vader to track down the Millennium Falcon in Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back. $89.99
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Search?HideSoldOut=true&Brand=2308&PageSize=50&SortOrder=New&Company=51
Panther shares new work on his church ruins dio...
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 16 2018
"Waiting on a delivery of magnetic tape, it was time to start painting this. A base coat of a light grey mixed with a little brown over the entire dio. Brown for the base coat of the door.
When it dried, a second coat added to exposed first layer of foam board walls. A darker grey was used on the floor, large wall and the side walls 2nd and 3rd foam board layers. Dark brown wash over the floor and areas of the walls for weathering.
Need to work on the door next and fix it into place next."
I could so see this one being used for so many different genres.
Elias checks in for Darth Daddy...
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 16 2018
"Being a kid in our hobby, positive feedback really means a lot to me.
Dad is still on break and I have been doing what I can to keep the blog going.
This is definitely the most difficult paint job I think I have ever had to do. Between the wing pattern on the jetpack, and the convor on the shoulder pad, the extremely small details were quite the challenge. All the hard work only made me love the action figure more when I finally completed her.
She came a long way from the Season 2 Sabine Wren action figure we received from Hasbro and I couldn't be happier with the results!
SEASON 3
"SABINE WREN"
Custom Action Figure
created by Elias"
I think she looks great.
The latest status of the Dr. Aphra Pack...
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 16 2018
I think we can definitely say this was the hottest seller of the Hasbro SDCC Star Wars Exclusives this year. It has gone from "check back tomorrow" to "check back for updates" which is leading me to think we will probably only see a few more go up for sale one more time. Here is the eBay summary for the set.
Panther starts on a new diorama...
-- Posted by Tamer on Wednesday, August 15 2018
"After spending the past couple of months doing nothing but Doctor Who sets, I thought it was about time to do something different. To start off I have gone with a room in a ruined church, using the same basic size as my Apartment Room 2 diorama I did last year. To start I cut a the base piece of foam board 8" x 15", then starting with the left wall I cut a piece 8" x 11.5". I wanted this to be a tall medieval window, I marked out three tall long windows and then cut them out."
He has done a ton of updates on this great diorama already so please scroll around.
Imperial Officer shares a new squad...
-- Posted by Tamer on Wednesday, August 15 2018
"I'd been working on those for a while, but these next few were all completed in one day. I present Sigma squad."
Now this is some great work in just one day.
Dan shares Chap Mei News...
-- Posted by Tamer on Wednesday, August 15 2018
Looks like Wal-Mart is going to be the go to place for the former Toys R Us lines they carried. I am glad to see this. That is one great line for one great price!
As of the start of Day 2 for the SDCC Exclusives...
-- Posted by Tamer on Tuesday, August 14 2018
I was not able to get online much yesterday when these first when active, but I have seen the Kylo Ren and Rey Set and the Mynock Han all later in the day. I am guessing that the Dr. Aphra Vintage Set is perhaps the most popular, but be sure to check back today as they will be selling more.
L-Jarvis is back with new work...
-- Posted by Tamer on Tuesday, August 14 2018
He is sharing his latest additions along with changing his forum handle. I must say I really like the look of his Rebel Pilot Squad, especially the gal with the flaming hair!
Imperial Officer is back with more customs...
-- Posted by Tamer on Tuesday, August 14 2018
"Here is my realistic style Dusk Squad."
I like the look of these customs!
Who do you want to see made in action figure form?
-- Posted by Tamer on Tuesday, August 14 2018
We have a ton of characters out there that we could see show up now thanks to The Clone Wars being back. Todd is sure liking Hondo made and I totally agree!
Ron Hembling finishes his Imperial Patrol Speeder Dio...
-- Posted by Tamer on Monday, August 13 2018
"Hi All,
Imperial Patrol Trooper is now completed, I used Vallejo and Army Painter paints to paint and weather both the Trooper and Speeder. The base is just a thick piece of foam board which was painted and weathered with Vallejo paints.
Ron"
Wow, looks pretty daggone nice to these eyes!
Dan is back with great reviews...
-- Posted by Tamer on Monday, August 13 2018
Dan always keeps us aware of what is happening with all toy lines and anything related to customizing. He is back with three great new reviews of some Wal Mart Exclusive Playsets.
Ready for the Toy Shop tomorrow?
-- Posted by Tamer on Sunday, August 12 2018
Tomorrow is the day the SDCC Exclusive go live at Hasbro Toy Shop.
Here is your link to bookmark so you can hopefully quickly add to card and check out when they become available.
It would probably be a good idea today to make sure your payment information is up to date and ready to go. Please also remember that these items are removed from any promotions so don't try and promo codes!
Hole in the Ground Production News...
-- Posted by Tamer on Sunday, August 12 2018
"We are preparing to launch a crowd funding campaign to convert some of our exiting resin diorama parts to injection molded with extra features. This will also pave the way for new items."
Sounds like a great campaign to me!
Ron Hembling updates us on his Imperial Patrol Speeder...
-- Posted by Tamer on Saturday, August 11 2018
"Hi All,
I've almost completed the Imperial Patrol speeder and Pilot.
It's not screen accurate as I have used left over materials in my spare parts and material boxes.
The detail on the speeder were done using cardboard, plastci card, plastic rod, foam board, old head phone cord, old electrical cable, 28mm gaming pieces and left over Bandai SW kit parts.
I just need to fill in gaps and do a little sanding and then start on the painting and weathering.
Ron"
Wow, that just looks fantastic!
Fiala Fernbrugg reviews the Revell Imperial Patrol Speeder...
-- Posted by Tamer on Saturday, August 11 2018
"Imperial Patrol Speeder
The Empire deploys patrol speeders piloted by specialist Stormtroopers to police the sprawling cities and industrial areas common to planets like Corellia. On planets deemed important enough, these units also control local law enforcement."
Click through for the full review. I must say I totally agree with his synopsis.
Big Bad Toy Store lists great new pre-order and in stock Items we like!
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 9 2018
KING KONG VS. GODZILLA 6” GODZILLA
This version of the beloved monster is based on the 1962 movie King Kong vs. Godzilla. The figure measures 6" tall and 12" long from head to tail. It features over 30 points of articulation, including an articulated tail! $22.99
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/VariationDetails/78334
KING KONG VS. GODZILLA DEFOREAL GODZILLA
As seen in 1962's King Kong vs. Godzilla, here's the Big G himself, rendered in X-Plus' adorable Deforeal style! He's cute, highly detailed, and about 12 cm tall and 14 cm long; you need this unique portrayal of the King of the Monsters in your collection! $74.99
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Search?HideSoldOut=true&SortOrder=New&Company=423
STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES TARKIN
With exquisite features and decoration, The Black Series embodies the quality and realism that Star Wars devotees love. Each 6-inch-scale figure is carefully detailed to look like their appearance in the films. They feature premium details and multiple points of articulation, and include character-inspired accessories. $24.99
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Search?HidePreorder=true&HideSoldOut=true&Series=2350
Candy Blues is back after a hiatus...
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 9 2018
"Hey shipyards, it's been a while since I've last checked in.
I've been making little progress on Plagueis since I last checked it. I have done a final mask less head sculpt.
Been practicing and testing molds and resins casts. Pretty confident with my skills now. Just got a Smooth On order last Monday. We are gonna get back to work and finish him up.
I've also been posting alot in instagram.
@damask_customs"
Now that Plagueis is fantastic!
Ron Hembling is back with an TESB Dio!
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 9 2018
"Hi All,
Battle of Hoth - 1:144 scale
Recipe
AT-AT, Speeder & figure - The AT-AT and Snow Speeder are both from Bandai and were built straight out of the box and the Luke figure is from Gundam and all three were painted and weathered using Vallejo Paints.
Base - is from a BattleKiwi SW Legion Comm tower set which is thin MDF. Once the AT-AT and Speeder were glued into place I then used watered down spakfilla for the snow.
Ron"
You know I am really liking this one!
Izzy Mel 45 working on another new project...
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 9 2018
"Also been working with SofaKing01 over at the RPF forum on a 1/4 and 1/6 scale kit for the freighter cockpit. A lot closer to finishing the 1/4 scale."
He just has a ton of great images of all the small parts he is designing and fabrication to put into this! You can also subscribe to his YouTube Channel.
James Doby waxes political on our Facebook Page...
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 9 2018
Well this is new in terms of consequences for impeachment. LOL!
Izzy Mel 45 is working on a new Speeder...
-- Posted by Tamer on Wednesday, August 8 2018
"Working on this guy."
His new Spider Speeder is gonna be awesome. Of course all his work is that way, but just sayin!
Hole in the Ground Productions doing livestream!
-- Posted by Tamer on Wednesday, August 8 2018
"If you’re interested in the future of our diorama parts, the crowd funding campaign, or even have some questions, please join me for a live stream at our Youtube channel here https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk5UtrC9Na9QT96PrhEQBLQ It will be this Thursday (August 9th) and 9pm Eastern Standard Time. I’ll be discussing where we’ve been, where we’re going, and more about the crowd fund."
It will be interesting to hear him talk about getting more great diorama parts!
Stan is back with a new modern vintage custom...
-- Posted by Tamer on Tuesday, August 7 2018
"Yotts Orren backing the barge joining custom vintage collection in 2018!
Now this was tough one! Sculpting the torso and groin area was such a challenge. Colors were tough as well, next up a Velken Terzeri."
Stan is going to have one of the best looking Sail Barges when he puts all of these great customs on it. I for one am looking forward to his first pictures in February!
Ron Hembling is back with two new Thunderbirds Updates...
-- Posted by Tamer on Tuesday, August 7 2018
"Hi All,
Thunderbird 5 - Roughly 1:1000 scale
Recipe
TB5 - is a kit that comes with TB3 and is an older kit which was made by IMAI and I decided to build it seperate and TB5 was built straight out of the box and was painted using Vallejo Paints.
I used the decals that came with the kit and for an older kit the decals a still very good and went on without any effort.
Base - also comes with the kit and it was painted using Vallejo and Army Painter Paints and the clouds are pieces of cotton wool.
Thunderbird 3 - Roughly 1:1000 scale
Recipe
TB3 - is a kit that comes with TB5 and is an older kit which was made by IMAI and I decided to build it seperate and TB3 was built straight out of the box and was painted using Vallejo Paints.
I used the decals that came with the kit and for an older kit the decals a still very good and went on without any effort.
Base - also comes with the kit and it was painted and drybrushed using Vallejo and Army Painter Paints. TB3 is held up with a metal rod which was bent and then thinner wire was used to secure inside the rockets and once glued I used cotton wool for the smoke.
Ron"
Wow, now that is alot of awesome Thunderbirds Goodness!
Panther is back with more great diorama work...
-- Posted by Tamer on Tuesday, August 7 2018
"When I exhibited for the Bradford Science Festival I had printed off a lot of printable Doctor Who sets from AFT Downloads for people to cut out and make their own Doctor Who diorama. I had a few of these spare and make them up and use them for my daughter to play with using them on Plastic Action page.
This set is taken from the Classic Doctor Who episode The Masque of Mandragora – The Robots of Death
This set is incomplete at the moment, I still need to cut out and set up the rails around the center console."
These print outs looks like great fun and are pretty daggone realistic. Here is a link to another he showcased with his latest updates too.
Hasbro sends us Mexico's Unboxing Toy Convention Images...
-- Posted by Tamer on Tuesday, August 7 2018
"Hope you’re having a great weekend! We’re excited to share that Hasbro revealed new Star Wars and Marvel figures from The Black Series, The Vintage Collection, and the Legends Series lines at Mexico’s Unboxing Toy Convention yesterday evening.
Star Wars Offerings – Available early 2019
· Star Wars: The Vintage Collection Leia Boushh Figure – The first PhotoReal TVC
· Star Wars: The Black Series Han Solo Mimban Figure
Marvel Offerings – Available early 2019
· Marvel Legends Series Living Laser Figure
· Marvel Legends Series Nighthawk Figure
· Marvel Legends Series Kree Sentry BAF
Ghost Skull 18 shares a new custom...
-- Posted by Tamer on Sunday, August 5 2018
"So I've been slowly collecting the Walgreens exclusive Fantastic4 an wanted a doctor doom. I looked online an the price range went from $60 to a $100 an that wasn't coming out of my pocket so I made my own. I started with a 2005 doom an bought a infinity war iron man on clearance an used that as the base, cut an sewed a cape ,hood and tunic. The belt is handmade as well an had a clip so it can be removed, the iron man body was painted using folkart metallic gunmetal gray."
What a great way to get an even better Dr. Doom for a smaller price. That is one great reason to customize folks!
Imperial Officer is back with more customs...
-- Posted by Tamer on Sunday, August 5 2018
"Lots of new customs... Here is Dusk Squad.
Commander Midnight - not new, but added weathering.
Slicer - added weathering.
Captain Slash
Fracture
Sketch
Drop
These will be a big part of my upcoming photonovel. Still have a few more customs to post once I get the chance."
I am looking forward to seeing him start his photonovel project.
EE starts 3 day Doll Sale!
-- Posted by Tamer on Saturday, August 4 2018
"Saturday August 4 is the start of a 3-Day Doll Day sale at Entertainment Earth! All in stock dolls will be 30% off! Please let people know!
Here's the link: https://www.entertainmentearth.com/s/dolls/s
Consider yourself informed! Talk about some great prices on the Forces of Destiny Dolls!
Ron Hembling starts new Star Wars Project...
-- Posted by Tamer on Friday, August 3 2018
"Hi All,
I have started on a Imperial Patrol Trooper and speeder from the Solo movie.
The speeder so far is made using foam board for the frame and I will add plastic sheet and bits /pieces from my part sbox for the details.
The Trooper is a combo of a Shoretrooper. Deathtrooper, Stormtrooper. I have scuplted the lens to look like the trooper helmet and added old head set cord to the sides.
Ron"
Ron Hembling shares a Thunderbirds Update...
-- Posted by Tamer on Friday, August 3 2018
"Hi All,
Thunderbirds - The Mole
Recipe
The Mole - is an old IMAI kit and I built it straight from the box but left the little wheels off as it was originally designed to roll across the floor.
I painted and weathered The Mole using Vallejo and Army painter paints and pastel chalks.
Base - is a piece of foam board and the ground work was done using a mix of sand 40% and spakfilla 60% and mixed it and then applied it to the base.
For the debri I used palstic card and plastic rod for the metal debri and kitty litter for the cement rubble and I used Vallejo paints and pastel chalks to paint and weather the ground work and debri.
Ron"
It looks great to me.
Panther continues work on his Console...
-- Posted by Tamer on Friday, August 3 2018
"For the consoles stand and rim I decided to use the decals from AFT Downloads 80’s Tardis, since I had made it to the same scale as their’s and didn’t want to make it any thicker than what it is by adding a layer of card or foam board. The control column is made from a clear toothpick container and decal from the AFT Downloads
With the console finished I went back to the round things and using my airbrush, went over the insides with a light yellow to soften the already well rings."
Hole in the Ground Productions is going bit time!
-- Posted by Tamer on Friday, August 3 2018
"Over the last year I have been exploring the option to have parts factory injection molded overseas. There are added benefits such as being able to mold in more consistent colors since we wouldn’t be using a dye. The quality would be even better. The molds would not need replaced as they deteriorate with usage. You’d be getting a factory quality product!"
He sent out a long email talking about all the potential benefits foremost among them is the ability for him to explore making new parts! I also liked the idea of getting full build diorama environments for backing the kickstarter. Look for us to share that when it debuts.
I.M.P.S. releases Chapter 3!
-- Posted by Tamer on Friday, August 3 2018
It has definitely been a few years in coming and I glad to post on this. It Rhymes With Maintenance!
Big Bad Toy Store lists great new pre-order and in stock Items we like!
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 2 2018
STAR WARS: THE VINTAGE COLLECTION FIGURES
The return of the Vintage Collection! Celebrate the legacy of Star Wars, the action-and-adventure-packed space saga from a galaxy far, far away, with premium, highly-detailed 3.75-inch scale figures and vehicles from Star Wars The Vintage Collection! $14.99 Each
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Search?Series=2343&Company=5
STAR WARS FORCE LINK 2.0
When kids wear their Force Link 2.0 wearable technology and pick up the 3.75-inch scale figures, they can activate authentic figure phrases and sounds! Each Star Wars figure includes movie-inspired design. With Force Link 2.0 toys, kids control the Star Wars action! May the Force be with you!
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Search?HidePreorder=true&HideSoldOut=true&PageSize=50&SortOrder=New&Series=14326&Company=5
ACID RAIN B2FIVE STEALTH CHAPEL HETT 600E SDCC 2018 EXCLUSIVE SET
The Stealth Chapel HETT 600e set comes with an anti-tank rocket launcher vehicle able to transform into two different modes: tank and base mode. This set also includes a highly poseable 1:28 scale military pilot with 21 points of articulation. Additional accessories include a submachine gun, minigun, SA sword, and pistol cannons. $109.99
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Search?PageSize=50&SortOrder=New&Brand=2465
Dan is back with more AF News...
-- Posted by Tamer on Thursday, August 2 2018
This new Unslain Line looks fantastic. Wait till you see how many points of articulation these figures have. Its fantastic!
Darth More continues his adventures in soft goods...
-- Posted by Tamer on Wednesday, August 1 2018
"So knowing how to properly disassemble action figures helped for this project, too.
And the connector pin of VC120 is not only quite wide, but also long so it was tricky to take the torso apart even with hot water!
New stencil: for the actual piece of cloth, I knew I had to make another stencil before.
I translated the contours of the stencil with a fine pencil. The arrow in the picture shows a weakness of this cloth I was already expecting it to have:
The fibers of the cloth are fraying.
I haven't re-assembled the figure, yet, because I'm not happy with the result at all. I need to find a way that the fabric doesn't fray anymore...for my first attempt of making soft-goods for action figures myself, I say it turned out okay.
I really hoped to finish this project today, but it still is a work in progress."
This is just the start of a very detailed tutorial on how to do this folks. His fabric might be fraying a bit (man that needs to be a question to Hasbro!), but his design process and template are just spot on! I look forward to seeing how this turns out.