FineScale Modeler Heroes & Villains Group Build 2014

[Eagle90]

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

[shivinigh]

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

[GMorrison]

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.

[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.

[GMorrison]

Allan Quatermain? Any one know of a kit?

[bobbaily]

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.

[Tim_Kidwell]

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.

[Gamera]

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?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqirkvpBWww

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…[:'(]

[GMorrison]

Running out of ideas.

Older guy.

Fully clothed.

Curious weapons.

???

Still like Allan Quatermain

[jgeratic]

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

regards,

Jack

[Gamera]

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.

[Tim_Kidwell]

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!

[Tim_Kidwell]

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.

[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!?!

[Tim_Kidwell]

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.

[GMorrison]

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.

[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…

[Tim_Kidwell]

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.

[Rob_Gronovius]

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.

[Tim_Kidwell]

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?