Devil_666
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Re: NECA 1/4 Predator
So NECA can sell their other crap. Normal marketing procedure.
So NECA can sell their other crap. Normal marketing procedure.
NECA 1/4 scale predator
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greygoose
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Re: NECA 1/4 Predator
I did wonder whether it was the totem pattern. I guess it is then. I overlooked that one. Seems out of place though.
I really do hope that the mask on the production pieces has been fixed.
I did wonder whether it was the totem pattern. I guess it is then. I overlooked that one. Seems out of place though.
I really do hope that the mask on the production pieces has been fixed.
Mookeylama
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Re: NECA 1/4 Predator
dayum. they musta picked up bulk chicken wire netting for a song!
think there's fishing net in the correct scale and shape. get me some.
dayum. they musta picked up bulk chicken wire netting for a song!
think there's fishing net in the correct scale and shape. get me some.
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neca seems unconcerned about the netting, they know it's wrong,but don't seem to care .
neca seems unconcerned about the netting, they know it's wrong,but don't seem to care .
Mookeylama
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yeah, that's what i meant. i was being serious about seeing brown rope fishing net, like u throw off a boat to trap fish, in the correct shape 'n scale. and i don't see why they wouldn't get something like that instead of this stuff that i'm sure they bought in rolls or sheets, when there's more accurate stuff available.
yeah, that's what i meant. i was being serious about seeing brown rope fishing net, like u throw off a boat to trap fish, in the correct shape 'n scale. and i don't see why they wouldn't get something like that instead of this stuff that i'm sure they bought in rolls or sheets, when there's more accurate stuff available.
Mr. EcKo
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Re: NECA 1/4 Predator
when the hell is this gunna be released?
I think its retarded that you have to buy 3 figures to get the different looks // they should have just had a removable BIO and interchangable Mandibles like HT // I'm sure this has been said but i wasn't going to look through the entire thread . It just makes more sense to have it this way , but NOOOOOOOOO NECA has to be little Dooooshes and make us buy 3 // i thinki will just wait and see if there is an actual face underneath the Bio // wait for the customs 
when the hell is this gunna be released?
I think its retarded that you have to buy 3 figures to get the different looks // they should have just had a removable BIO and interchangable Mandibles like HT // I'm sure this has been said but i wasn't going to look through the entire thread . It just makes more sense to have it this way , but NOOOOOOOOO NECA has to be little Dooooshes and make us buy 3 // i thinki will just wait and see if there is an actual face underneath the Bio // wait for the customs 
Re: NECA 1/4 Predator
True, that would have been nice to have the mask remove, or interchangeabe heads, something. But I look at it this way, I can buy all 3 of these figures for less than on HT P1 predator. Not only that, but he's larger, is more accurately sculpted, and if the paint apps are bad I won't be too hesitant to just repaint him. I don't really mind the netting, at least it's not sculpted on the body! I do hope they fixed that visor, though.
(not knocking hot toys here, BTW, just sayin')
And I kinda like the packaging, reminds me of the original movie posters, or my old VHS copy of the movie! Release date is Q2, I keep thinking May, don't know why. So take that info with a pinch of salt...
True, that would have been nice to have the mask remove, or interchangeabe heads, something. But I look at it this way, I can buy all 3 of these figures for less than on HT P1 predator. Not only that, but he's larger, is more accurately sculpted, and if the paint apps are bad I won't be too hesitant to just repaint him. I don't really mind the netting, at least it's not sculpted on the body! I do hope they fixed that visor, though.
(not knocking hot toys here, BTW, just sayin')
And I kinda like the packaging, reminds me of the original movie posters, or my old VHS copy of the movie! Release date is Q2, I keep thinking May, don't know why. So take that info with a pinch of salt...
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Re: NECA 1/4 Predator
It was cheaper and more convenient. How do I know? Because that's what they used.
Who knows, maybe the "regular netting" had trouble looking nice or stretching correctly over portions of the figure, or the hexagonal shape was just easier to put on the figure.
If this really bothers you, or you think it detracts from the figure in some way... Go to one of the many other "superior" predator 1 figures out there
I didn't sense an attack in his statements. He's just pointing out an aspect of the figure that's unexplainable. Quite frankly, I feel the same way. Was there a reason NECA went to great lengths to produce a figure like this only to miss something that seems simple...like the shape of the netting? Was there any legal issues stipulating that they could not use diamond shaped netting?
Like he says, it doesn't make sense.
It was cheaper and more convenient. How do I know? Because that's what they used.
Who knows, maybe the "regular netting" had trouble looking nice or stretching correctly over portions of the figure, or the hexagonal shape was just easier to put on the figure.
If this really bothers you, or you think it detracts from the figure in some way... Go to one of the many other "superior" predator 1 figures out there
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I was thinking that the regular netting would be too fragile because of its shape; if it was made up of diamonds, each diamond would connect at a single point on the top, bottom, and sides. Knowing NECA, this could likely tear (and I think I saw this happening on some of the factory proto images). So, they made the contacts between the diamonds longer, giving them a hexagonal shape. This is so that ripping is less-likely.
It's a bit of a bummer, but $80 is an awesome deal whether it comes with netting or not. And Macularius is right -- if it's that big a deal, good luck finding another Predator figure as accurate and huge as this.
I was thinking that the regular netting would be too fragile because of its shape; if it was made up of diamonds, each diamond would connect at a single point on the top, bottom, and sides. Knowing NECA, this could likely tear (and I think I saw this happening on some of the factory proto images). So, they made the contacts between the diamonds longer, giving them a hexagonal shape. This is so that ripping is less-likely.
It's a bit of a bummer, but $80 is an awesome deal whether it comes with netting or not. And Macularius is right -- if it's that big a deal, good luck finding another Predator figure as accurate and huge as this.
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i wish tankman would give us some insight, on why they chose this netting, over accurate netting, and settle this issue once and for all.
i wish tankman would give us some insight, on why they chose this netting, over accurate netting, and settle this issue once and for all.
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I'll take an accurate sculpt over accurate netting anyday. A quarter scale predator figure with a sculpt that looks like it was shrunk down from the Stan Winston molds with separate netting(accurate or not) for $80 feels like a bargain to me. As long as the thing does not break right outa the box like the 18 inch sparrow did on me I'm gonna be a happy camper
I'll take an accurate sculpt over accurate netting anyday. A quarter scale predator figure with a sculpt that looks like it was shrunk down from the Stan Winston molds with separate netting(accurate or not) for $80 feels like a bargain to me. As long as the thing does not break right outa the box like the 18 inch sparrow did on me I'm gonna be a happy camper
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This package is not the epitome of graphic arts packaging...no it isnt.
however they are simply trying to sell a marquee character which doesn't require much well-made graphics...they couldve taken it much further if they really wanted it to look beautiful, but for their needs they just need to make something that it typical neca so that their customers can easily spot it, so they use elements and colors that pred fans know and can spot very easily.
As for showing all the features, they would not dare do that if they want to keep some of the product under wraps so that you would be inclined to buy it and find out for yourself -- like the rear view and other features...plus overselling features may turn down potential sales.
What we learn in graphic and pckaging desing isnt always what works in the actual market...there's a balance between theory and history of the product...
I agree with you it could be better-looking and a lot more innovative -- heck a clear box in a pseudo and stylized, but simple environment could go a LOOONG way -- almost doubling as a display case,
BUT they'll stick to what has worked for them because it has become their hallmark style -- as subconscious as it may be - even as busy and awkward as it is from a design perpesctive.
This package is not the epitome of graphic arts packaging...no it isnt.
however they are simply trying to sell a marquee character which doesn't require much well-made graphics...they couldve taken it much further if they really wanted it to look beautiful, but for their needs they just need to make something that it typical neca so that their customers can easily spot it, so they use elements and colors that pred fans know and can spot very easily.
As for showing all the features, they would not dare do that if they want to keep some of the product under wraps so that you would be inclined to buy it and find out for yourself -- like the rear view and other features...plus overselling features may turn down potential sales.
What we learn in graphic and pckaging desing isnt always what works in the actual market...there's a balance between theory and history of the product...
I agree with you it could be better-looking and a lot more innovative -- heck a clear box in a pseudo and stylized, but simple environment could go a LOOONG way -- almost doubling as a display case,
BUT they'll stick to what has worked for them because it has become their hallmark style -- as subconscious as it may be - even as busy and awkward as it is from a design perpesctive.
vareika
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Re: NECA 1/4 Predator
I recall lots of ppl dismissing the netting issue back when pics were first released out of joy for the fact that the figure was coming out. Now netting appears to be a problem...hehe I anticipated this. But seriously, the netting is a little distracting to be honest.
I recall lots of ppl dismissing the netting issue back when pics were first released out of joy for the fact that the figure was coming out. Now netting appears to be a problem...hehe I anticipated this. But seriously, the netting is a little distracting to be honest.
Re: NECA 1/4 Predator
I think we were all just hoping it was prototype netting, but would not be the final incarnation. But if it's on the box art, then it seems it's staying. Hence the
I think it's part of the licensing agreement that no single version of something can be totally perfect so that other versions are still valued down the road (that also won't be 100% perfect). It's like the Star Wars movies. Even though they change and update stuff, they also screw something else up or take out something good so we're never completely satisfied and move on.
I think we were all just hoping it was prototype netting, but would not be the final incarnation. But if it's on the box art, then it seems it's staying. Hence the
I think it's part of the licensing agreement that no single version of something can be totally perfect so that other versions are still valued down the road (that also won't be 100% perfect). It's like the Star Wars movies. Even though they change and update stuff, they also screw something else up or take out something good so we're never completely satisfied and move on.
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Ok, none of you guys have ever bought from NECA it seems. They arent a high end company. They went the cheap route for the netting. Anyone who knows them, would know that the netting was there to stay. And their box art is usually not that cutting edge. It's just how it works.
I dont understand the issues here.....
Ok, none of you guys have ever bought from NECA it seems. They arent a high end company. They went the cheap route for the netting. Anyone who knows them, would know that the netting was there to stay. And their box art is usually not that cutting edge. It's just how it works.
I dont understand the issues here.....
Reinhardt
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I'm not a conspiracy theorist, but this makes total sense!!!
I think it's part of the licensing agreement that no single version of something can be totally perfect so that other versions are still valued down the road (that also won't be 100% perfect). It's like the Star Wars movies. Even though they change and update stuff, they also screw something else up or take out something good so we're never completely satisfied and move on.
I'm not a conspiracy theorist, but this makes total sense!!!
greygoose
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Re: NECA 1/4 Predator
There's always a compromise with figures. Nothing will ever be perfect.
There's always a compromise with figures. Nothing will ever be perfect.
thx217
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Re: NECA 1/4 Predator
People can always repaint or mod it. And at $80, why so serious? It's already the best.
People can always repaint or mod it. And at $80, why so serious? It's already the best.
greygoose
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Re: NECA 1/4 Predator
Plus, it's NECA, they have already pushed the boat out on this figure. For that price it's fine.
Just wait for when Hot Toys releases the Classic Predator. That bad boy is gonna get his ass whooped on here for the price of him
Plus, it's NECA, they have already pushed the boat out on this figure. For that price it's fine.
Just wait for when Hot Toys releases the Classic Predator. That bad boy is gonna get his ass whooped on here for the price of him
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Well put. Because this piece is getting such a great effort out of NECA, it's attracting a lot of customers who might normally dismiss NECA for their product quality, but ultimately, we are lucky as NECA collectors to be getting the quality we are. This piece is quite above and beyond for them, I'm still surprised they're giving such an effort. They are ultimately a low-price collectible maker with a market that does not allow them to "spare no expense" to get a product to be as right as possible, they have limits and constraints to keep costs to certain levels in order to survive in their market. If they ever choose to go after the Hoy Toys market, they could probably do even better, but they will also be priced higher. Right now, their prices are aimed at small and big budgets.
Well put. Because this piece is getting such a great effort out of NECA, it's attracting a lot of customers who might normally dismiss NECA for their product quality, but ultimately, we are lucky as NECA collectors to be getting the quality we are. This piece is quite above and beyond for them, I'm still surprised they're giving such an effort. They are ultimately a low-price collectible maker with a market that does not allow them to "spare no expense" to get a product to be as right as possible, they have limits and constraints to keep costs to certain levels in order to survive in their market. If they ever choose to go after the Hoy Toys market, they could probably do even better, but they will also be priced higher. Right now, their prices are aimed at small and big budgets.
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