XM Studios Magneto
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Original Doom PF is 14" in height so Mags seems in proportioned to that sitting pose. An 18" hand is 6' actual... seems about right.
Mister Ski
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Anyone know how Cerebro is "floating" in Mag's hand? I thought there might be a clear plastic post that it rests on, but I can't see anything from the pics. Masked head looks cool. Unmasked looks a little disappointing, but need to see better/closer pics to be sure.
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First and foremost, there is a huge difference between the HD(?) shots of the base from a few pages back and the cell phone shots. Just throwing that out there for those looking at the paint.
Second, the statue is damn near perfect. It actually looks pretty damn close to the concept design which is what I'm using as a reference point for my observation/critique. Here is the shot I'm speaking of:
https://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/27/original/ama2yhyj.jpg
Some things that stood out to me were:
- Both masked / unmasked heads seem slightly off. It could just be the angles but, the masked head has an elongated appearance to it. The unmasked head looks somewhat sad in a way. Again, it could just be the lighting/angle but, in the pic above, the facial expression is hard to miss.
- The color of the collar area is red. It looked like you guys originally wanted purple. I've seen him with both but I was just curious as to what caused the change.
Second, the statue is damn near perfect. It actually looks pretty damn close to the concept design which is what I'm using as a reference point for my observation/critique. Here is the shot I'm speaking of:
https://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/27/original/ama2yhyj.jpg
Some things that stood out to me were:
- Both masked / unmasked heads seem slightly off. It could just be the angles but, the masked head has an elongated appearance to it. The unmasked head looks somewhat sad in a way. Again, it could just be the lighting/angle but, in the pic above, the facial expression is hard to miss.
- The color of the collar area is red. It looked like you guys originally wanted purple. I've seen him with both but I was just curious as to what caused the change.
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Looks like it attaches right at the thumb. If that's the case, seems like it would be a good breaking point.
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That's what I originally thought at first but then I remembered seeing the pic above. Unless they added another arm with cerebro permanently attached.
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from the neck down this piece is epic...but i have issues with both heads
the masked version looks as though the helmet is not on properly (not pulled down all the way)
the unmasked version looks incredibly vacant/sad
it might just be the lighting from the pics but if not, i sincerely hope XM does something about it
the masked version looks as though the helmet is not on properly (not pulled down all the way)
the unmasked version looks incredibly vacant/sad
it might just be the lighting from the pics but if not, i sincerely hope XM does something about it
Butttornado
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I'm interested to see updated pics. This is the first time I've been not that excited about new pics. The colors seem to lack some richness. I'm wondering if his suit needs a different tone.. I'm sure new pics will be better. Xm has been good about feedback.
wanderlai
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That's what I was thinking. The helmet doesn't look like it's sitting down on his head right. The unmasked head looks dollish from the phone pic but maybe it's better with clearer shots. The cape could use some modifications...it would be better if the cape was tucked under the right arm like it is on the left side and the cape needs shortened or folded up more towards the base at his feet. The cape is hiding to much of the Xavier emblem, which is beautifully done, and his right foot is on the cape. When he stands up, with his foot being on the cape like it is, it would pull his shoulders back. Homeruns are the throne and the emblem. The cape is hiding to much of the best parts. It's a buy for me like it is, these are just my suggestions. How is Cerebro being held up in his hand?
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First and foremost, there is a huge difference between the HD(?) shots of the base from a few pages back and the cell phone shots. Just throwing that out there for those looking at the paint.
Second, the statue is damn near perfect. It actually looks pretty damn close to the concept design which is what I'm using as a reference point for my observation/critique. Here is the shot I'm speaking of:
https://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/27/original/ama2yhyj.jpg
Some things that stood out to me were:
- Both masked / unmasked heads seem slightly off. It could just be the angles but, the masked head has an elongated appearance to it. The unmasked head looks somewhat sad in a way. Again, it could just be the lighting/angle but, in the pic above, the facial expression is hard to miss.
- The color of the collar area is red. It looked like you guys originally wanted purple. I've seen him with both but I was just curious as to what caused the change.
No, the peeps that were complaining...were complaining about the interior of his cape being red on the art print and wanting a solid purple cape for the statue. XM came through on that end. I would have preferred his neck and colar area to be purple but as you said, it's been both red and purple in comics so either way worked for me.
VanDammage
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Looks fantastic to me. I'm sure the colors will be spot on when it's ready to ship.
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This is simply beautiful work. If I could tweak it, it would be the right foot is not actually touching the ground/cape(?), which can only be seen from the side angle. I suppose it's to protect the paint apps on cape. As for the cape, it looks a little too uniform, I would prefer more folds, peaks & valleys, BUT, as is, is still a huge step forward for our hobby. SS better take notice & up their game to meet the challenge.
Mister Ski
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Thanks guys! It does look like it is connected at the thumb, which does seem like it would be very prone to breaking, unless Cerebro is very very light.
I am liking the "sad" face more and more. Magneto isn't a villain, but more of an anti-hero. He does what he thinks needs to be done and sometimes that doesn't always agree with him. Heavy is the head that wears the crown.
a2themonster
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I need to see HD pics before I decide…in those pics the paint apps are holding back a magnificent sculpt
What a fantastic looking statue. The cerebro floating effect is just off the chain. I mean, just...WOW! I agree that the unmasked head looks a little sad and contemplative. However, given Mags is sitting in the ruins of the X-Mansion/School, it seems rather fitting. Mags never hated Charles or his students. In fact, he cares a great deal for them. Practically every time they fought, it was out of necessity, not hatred. For Mags to see the Mansion destroyed after a battle with Sentinels (a common foe)...it wouldn't surprise me at all if he were a little sad or reflecting about the battle that had just ended and the possible loss suffered by his fellow mutants.
That said, with the helmet is the way I'm going to be displaying him. In my mind he's just destroyed the Sentinel and created the throne from the wreckage. He's still hasn't come down from his battle mode yet (hence the angry face) and he's just secured cerebro from human hands. He hasn't had the chance to wind down/take his helmet off and think about the battle.
I love this piece so much because it paints a scene. He's not just sitting there. There are so many elements to this piece that tell a remarkable story. Is he helping the X-MEN ward off the Sentinels to keep cerebro safe? Is he there because in the confusion of the battle he just wants to secure cerebro for himself? Either way, the base incorporates a fantastic scene. This is an amazing piece in every sense of the word for me. I simply can't wait to have it displayed in my collection.
That said, with the helmet is the way I'm going to be displaying him. In my mind he's just destroyed the Sentinel and created the throne from the wreckage. He's still hasn't come down from his battle mode yet (hence the angry face) and he's just secured cerebro from human hands. He hasn't had the chance to wind down/take his helmet off and think about the battle.
I love this piece so much because it paints a scene. He's not just sitting there. There are so many elements to this piece that tell a remarkable story. Is he helping the X-MEN ward off the Sentinels to keep cerebro safe? Is he there because in the confusion of the battle he just wants to secure cerebro for himself? Either way, the base incorporates a fantastic scene. This is an amazing piece in every sense of the word for me. I simply can't wait to have it displayed in my collection.
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Well said. There's certainly a story being told here.
RagingBull
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Thanks guys! It does look like it is connected at the thumb, which does seem like it would be very prone to breaking, unless Cerebro is very very light.
I am liking the "sad" face more and more. Magneto isn't a villain, but more of an anti-hero. He does what he thinks needs to be done and sometimes that doesn't always agree with him. Heavy is the head that wears the crown.
Looks like thumb to me to
