Ultra-Act

KRX · 08-20-2013, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Lbsammills51

Jean-Killer arrived today (it would've arrived yesterday, but the mailperson came early so I missed them while I was taking a shower in-between conference calls)! It's really making me want Jean-bot because it's really impressive. Nice and sturdy (die-cast in the feet, and I think calves too(?), helps) and a nice design. Not quite as loaded with accessories as other Ultra-Acts, but hardly "barren" by any means. The only nitpick on my end is the ball joints the hands connect to are a bit smaller so the hands are a little trickier to pop on and off, but it was still easier to do than Mirror Knight, so hardly a major drawback.

Now to resist the urge to order Jean-bot NOW...

Does he transform?

Den-O · 08-20-2013, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by KRX

Does he transform?

I wish. But much like figuarts of certain transformable characters (Power Dizer, Skydain, Groundain, etc) theres no transformation for Jean Killer or Jean Bot. At that scale the best alternative is to get the transforming Jean Nine or Jean Bot from Ultraman Ginga's line.

algo448 · 08-20-2013, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Den-O

I wish. But much like figuarts of certain transformable characters (Power Dizer, Skydain, Groundain, etc) theres no transformation for Jean Killer or Jean Bot. At that scale the best alternative is to get the transforming Jean Nine or Jean Bot from Ultraman Ginga's line.

He's not that well articulated though.

And as usual there's a candy toy alternative that keeps the transformation and has better articulation than the ultra-change version.

Japanese toy designers drive me mad at times.

Den-O · 08-20-2013, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by algo448

He's not that well articulated though.

And as usual there's a candy toy alternative that keeps the transformation and has better articulation than the ultra-change version.

Japanese toy designers drive me mad at times.

While I know the Ultra change ones won't be the right scale they're the closest thing to Ultra-Act size you'll find for either of them that also transforms

algo448 · 08-21-2013, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Den-O

While I know the Ultra change ones won't be the right scale they're the closest thing to Ultra-Act size you'll find for either of them that also transforms

Yeah, and honestly if I had the money to spare I would get Jean-Nine. It simply bothers me that they could have done a better figure.

Den-O · 08-21-2013, 10:14 PM

So I just scored a Leo for $40 shipped from a guy in Canada. Really hoping I didn't get scammed but I think I got an awesome deal.

ljacone · 08-21-2013, 10:25 PM

I think that's about what I scored Leo for, nice pick up! I really dig him!

TCracker · 08-22-2013, 10:07 AM

With Jean Nine

Can't wait for the renewal!

Starscreamer · 08-22-2013, 11:39 PM

After Gridman I have been really hesitant to get into these guys...but Junis and Zero 2.0 do have my interest I have to say...

TCracker · 08-23-2013, 09:53 PM

Kaiju Fight - Knifehead vs Ultraman Zoffy

08-20-2013, 07:50 PM	#441
KRX Mild-Mannered Reporter Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Everywhere and nowhere, according to String Theory. Posts: 5,462	Quote: Originally Posted by Lbsammills51 Jean-Killer arrived today (it would've arrived yesterday, but the mailperson came early so I missed them while I was taking a shower in-between conference calls)! It's really making me want Jean-bot because it's really impressive. Nice and sturdy (die-cast in the feet, and I think calves too(?), helps) and a nice design. Not quite as loaded with accessories as other Ultra-Acts, but hardly "barren" by any means. The only nitpick on my end is the ball joints the hands connect to are a bit smaller so the hands are a little trickier to pop on and off, but it was still easier to do than Mirror Knight, so hardly a major drawback. Now to resist the urge to order Jean-bot NOW... Does he transform? __________________ \|Tumblr\|Twitter\|Pinterest\|

08-20-2013, 08:01 PM	#442
Den-O Admin AKA Zordon Content Director @DenO_TokuNation Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Lexington, Ky Posts: 16,328	Quote: Originally Posted by KRX Does he transform? I wish. But much like figuarts of certain transformable characters (Power Dizer, Skydain, Groundain, etc) theres no transformation for Jean Killer or Jean Bot. At that scale the best alternative is to get the transforming Jean Nine or Jean Bot from Ultraman Ginga's line. __________________

08-20-2013, 08:13 PM	#443
algo448 Amateur Procrastinator Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Colombia Posts: 7,491	Quote: Originally Posted by Den-O I wish. But much like figuarts of certain transformable characters (Power Dizer, Skydain, Groundain, etc) theres no transformation for Jean Killer or Jean Bot. At that scale the best alternative is to get the transforming Jean Nine or Jean Bot from Ultraman Ginga's line. He's not that well articulated though. And as usual there's a candy toy alternative that keeps the transformation and has better articulation than the ultra-change version. Japanese toy designers drive me mad at times. __________________ *DA // Tumblr // Youtube*

08-20-2013, 09:30 PM	#444
Den-O Admin AKA Zordon Content Director @DenO_TokuNation Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Lexington, Ky Posts: 16,328	Quote: Originally Posted by algo448 He's not that well articulated though. And as usual there's a candy toy alternative that keeps the transformation and has better articulation than the ultra-change version. Japanese toy designers drive me mad at times. While I know the Ultra change ones won't be the right scale they're the closest thing to Ultra-Act size you'll find for either of them that also transforms __________________

08-21-2013, 11:04 AM	#445
algo448 Amateur Procrastinator Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Colombia Posts: 7,491	Quote: Originally Posted by Den-O While I know the Ultra change ones won't be the right scale they're the closest thing to Ultra-Act size you'll find for either of them that also transforms Yeah, and honestly if I had the money to spare I would get Jean-Nine. It simply bothers me that they could have done a better figure. __________________ *DA // Tumblr // Youtube*

08-22-2013, 10:07 AM	#448
TCracker Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 118	With Jean Nine Can't wait for the renewal! Last edited by TCracker; 08-22-2013 at 12:58 PM..