My Lord
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The Empire Strikes back version without a doubt. His first and most iconic look is in Empire. Also, he comes with his cool sidearm blaster and holster, which the ROTJ does not.
Action Figure Medicom - MAFEX Star Wars line coming
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ShadowGuardian
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I'm not super great at toy photography (I only use my phone), but I thought I'd share this shot.
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So I'm making room by trashing some Mafex boxes, then I thought I'd try and resize one...
I'd prefer compact packaging. If only...
That actually looks pretty nice. That's one reason I like Figuarts boxes, they're small and they look really nice.
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Got the MAFEX FIRST ORDER STORMTROOPER
Just some quick shots from my phone and overall review.
SCULPT
Initial impressions are its the best sculpt yet of the First Order Stormtrooper for this scale (Note: I do not have the Bandai Model kit).
While the SH Figuarts version is slightly more stylised and slick, this one has that bulkier appearance which i feel is closer to the film.
ARTICULATION
Haven't messed around with it much as i literally just opened it up not long ago. But its generally better than the Black Series, but doesn't seem as articulated as the SH Figuarts. I do however think the shoulder pads could have been done better. They are just attached via a piece of plastic.
FINISHING AND PAINT
The overall feel of the plastic does feel closer to the Black Series. Not as polished as the SH Figuarts. Also, the paint is not as clean as the SH Figuarts.
ACCESSORIES
Comes with a bunch of hands, and fully stocked with handgun, rifle, shield and baton. Having this many accessories all in one purchase does trump its competitors. However, I do wish the baton actually opens, but instead they went with two batons, one opened, one closed. Also the rifle comes with a stock that is NOT removable. But at least its the right scale, unlike the SH Figuarts. But my biggest gripe are the little pegs that stick out of the weapons so that they can attach to the leg. While not a deal breaker, i wish they had come up with something more seamless.
OVERALL
The MAFEX First Order Stormtrooper is right smack in the middle. It's not as polished as the SH Figuarts, but it has (to me) the best accuracy in terms of sculpt and is also a lot more versatile than the Black Series. I haven't had a chance to do a proper side by side comparison, so im not sure yet how this scales with other figures.
Overall, i do like it. It's doesn't "feel" as good as the SH Figuarts, but to me it looks better on the shelf.
Based on one image of the SH Figuarts FN-2187 that was announced, it may have a bulkier sculpt which is more movie accurate. Will wait and see.
Just some quick shots from my phone and overall review.
SCULPT
Initial impressions are its the best sculpt yet of the First Order Stormtrooper for this scale (Note: I do not have the Bandai Model kit).
While the SH Figuarts version is slightly more stylised and slick, this one has that bulkier appearance which i feel is closer to the film.
ARTICULATION
Haven't messed around with it much as i literally just opened it up not long ago. But its generally better than the Black Series, but doesn't seem as articulated as the SH Figuarts. I do however think the shoulder pads could have been done better. They are just attached via a piece of plastic.
FINISHING AND PAINT
The overall feel of the plastic does feel closer to the Black Series. Not as polished as the SH Figuarts. Also, the paint is not as clean as the SH Figuarts.
ACCESSORIES
Comes with a bunch of hands, and fully stocked with handgun, rifle, shield and baton. Having this many accessories all in one purchase does trump its competitors. However, I do wish the baton actually opens, but instead they went with two batons, one opened, one closed. Also the rifle comes with a stock that is NOT removable. But at least its the right scale, unlike the SH Figuarts. But my biggest gripe are the little pegs that stick out of the weapons so that they can attach to the leg. While not a deal breaker, i wish they had come up with something more seamless.
OVERALL
The MAFEX First Order Stormtrooper is right smack in the middle. It's not as polished as the SH Figuarts, but it has (to me) the best accuracy in terms of sculpt and is also a lot more versatile than the Black Series. I haven't had a chance to do a proper side by side comparison, so im not sure yet how this scales with other figures.
Overall, i do like it. It's doesn't "feel" as good as the SH Figuarts, but to me it looks better on the shelf.
Based on one image of the SH Figuarts FN-2187 that was announced, it may have a bulkier sculpt which is more movie accurate. Will wait and see.
New mafex rogue one vader it seems. Many improvements here. I think Im getting this one.
They seem to like their vader having a range of 3 vaders now.
From this pic it looks like:
- bulkier in the suits(hand and legs)
- more detail finishes
- no more black eyes!
- head sculpt totally new (better)
- no robe chain (sadly)
They seem to like their vader having a range of 3 vaders now.
From this pic it looks like:
- bulkier in the suits(hand and legs)
- more detail finishes
- no more black eyes!
- head sculpt totally new (better)
- no robe chain (sadly)
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I've just received MAFEX TESB Boba Fett. Although mine comes with some minor paint issues (easy fix done), I'm really impressed on the overall quality and design. I'm into this line again and I see that Vader as the new "Ultimate" one.
I feel that MAFEX could be the definitive Star Wars line if their quality were regular.
I feel that MAFEX could be the definitive Star Wars line if their quality were regular.
Smudger9
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I'll definitely get this Vader and sell the ROTJ version.
ShadowGuardian
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Interesting to see this, considering they just announced the ROTS version not too long ago, and this one looks better. Might hurt the sales of the ROTS version.
That helmet sculpt looks way better than the original. I love my ROTJ Vader despite it's flaws, but I might sell it off for this Rogue One Vader.
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That helmet sculpt looks way better than the original. I love my ROTJ Vader despite it's flaws, but I might sell it off for this Rogue One Vader.
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Makes sense that the helmet and mask look better. The first Mafex version had a removable helmet and mask. Doubt this one has the same so they were able to create a better easier sculpt
Totally agree!
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Actually it's four Vader's if you count the Hologram version. In total we have Return of the Jedi, Hologram, Revenge of the Sith, and now Rogue One.
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loki2371
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The Rogue One Vader is up for pre-order on AmiAmi. Not sure if anyone mentioned it. Release date is August 2017. I'd rather wait for HLJ to list it though since they have no issue with cancelling an order. Not quit sure if I want it since it's much more than the original Mafex version I got for $29 when I pre-ordered it with AmiAmi. This converts to $48 US currently.
Smudger9
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I've given up pre-ordering Mafex. They're always delayed and availability never seems to be a problem.
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