Macross/Robotech

[Commander Kaki]

I am starting this new thread purely dedicated to Macross/Robotech universe. I consider this series to be number one mecha series back in the 80s, out-ranking gundams.

I would try to update the thread with as much as update possible and hopefully am able to rekindle some interest between myscififan forumers or spark interesting discussion.Other than that, this section could use some rejuvenation. Feel free to discuss about anything related to Macross/Robotech.

I am very much into Macross and so far have obtained:
1/100 monster koenig
1/48 deluxe Max (TV version blue VF-1J with fast packs)
1/48 YF-1S Roy Fokker
1/72 "Omega One" YF-21 with fast packs
1/60 VF-1A Hikaru (DYRL version)
1/60 VF-1J with GBP aka armored valkyrie
1/60 VE-1 Elint-Seeker

I am hoping to get these in the near future:
1/48 deluxe Miria(TV version red VF-1J with fast packs)
1/48 deluxe Hikaru(TV version white/red VF-1J with fast packs)
1/72 "Thunderbolt" VF-11B with fastpacks
1/72 YF-19
1/60 VF-0S Roy Fokker
or any other bargain yamato valkyries.

[Commander Kaki]

First update, preview of VF-0S Roy Fokker...

Note that VF-0 is featured in Macross Zero and is the percussor of the infamous VF-1.



www.macrossworld.com/mwf/index.php?showtopic=16006&hl=

more 1/48 VF-1J with GBP, VF-1A Cannon Fodder and 1/60 VF-0S can be found here:

www.macrossworld.com/mwf/index.php?showtopic=15948

an awfully nice artwork of VF-0S Roy:
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VF-0S with GBP!!!!
img384.imageshack.us/img384/3590/phoenixvf0gbpo4xm.gif

[vkkf1977]

ooook... this thread should be me an impetus to finished the model i bought some time back!!!

will post it up once i'm done

[Commander Kaki]

1) The FAST pack attachment is done through magnets. The innards of the vector nozzles, as you can see in this photo, are molded very realistically.

2) Like on the 1/48 gunpod, the Gatling Pod standard weapon features a storable clip and can be extended/collapsed.

3)
Main Text

Perfect Transformation VF-0 -- Completed prototype!!

To all the Macross fans excited by last issue's news of the 1/60 VF-0, thank you for your patience! This month, witness the prompt arrival of the prototype! This is the prototype displayed at the recently opened Tokyo Toy Show. Didn't you want to see it in more detail at the time? Well, in answer to those pleas, let's take a look at the basic gimmicks and details that feature, at least in Fighter mode.

Caption 1

According to the stats, the VF-0 is 18.69m in length, so at 1/60 scale it averages to 312mm. Since the VF-1 is 14.23m, at 1/48 it is about 296mm, so even at 1/60 the VF-0 is quite large. Add to that the extra feeling of volume and you get a very powerful fighter.

[Text is very small so I am half-guessing some of this.]

Caption 2

Since it was supposed to be a fully-transformable protoype fighter developed before the VF-1 series, things like the conformal tank on top of the fighter, etc., make this reproduction of the VF-0's design even more realistic than the VF-1.

Caption 3

It appears the transformation system will be similar to that of the 1/48 VF-1. Since the VF-0 is designed in 3DCGI in the Macross Zero OVA, there should be no problem recreating the various Fighter, GERWALK and Battroid modes even closer to the anime than with the VF-1, regardless of the transformation system.

4) Interior of the engine nacelles. The covers can be opened and closed and stored in the main leg, but the base is very simple. Near the top of the base a gap is visible, but there will be extra parts to remedy this.

5) The S type head shows how well it is done, as the chin (?) part is hiding. Since it is for atmospheric flight, the intakes are opened as standard. However, the covers can be snugly attached. But don't play near water.

6) Blah!

7) The canopy is rendered on a double hinge, so it slides and then opens. The pilot in the seat is also realistically molded. Plus, just like the anime, there is also a rotating cockpit gimmick in Battroid mode.

8) As armament, there are sets of three missiles under the wings. Each missile can be detached from the pylo

translations by renato.

read the thread --> www.macrossworld.com/mwf/index.php?showtopic=16006&st=60

VF-0S Roy and VF-0D Shinn!!! Poison!!!! :lol:

[Commander Kaki]

vkkf1977 said:

ooook... this thread should be me an impetus to finished the model i bought some time back!!!

will post it up once i'm done

that's wicked. will wait for the pics.

i am baaaadddd with models....that's why i kinda stick with fiinished model.

[fishyahoo]

Macross classic designs... maybe time to rewatch the whole saga again one day...

[Commander Kaki]

yup...watching DYRL movie is a good way to get to know macross too...heheh

[Commander Kaki]

img5.picsplace.to/img5/3/figureohvf0s.jpg (more VF-0 poison)

[vkkf1977]

kakitidur said:

vkkf1977 said:

ooook... this thread should be me an impetus to finished the model i bought some time back!!!

will post it up once i'm done

that's wicked. will wait for the pics.

i am baaaadddd with models....that's why i kinda stick with fiinished model.

well, back then when i did the model, there was a "very good reason" for it! now... the impetus seems to have died down and i'm struggling to finish my battloid... !!!

i'd blame work! ;D

[Commander Kaki]

actually i am starting to appreciate building models since i build my JL's 1950s batmobile. It made me appreciate the complexities involved, i.e. mechanics of a car, interiors, etc.

It feels different than building gundams (since it's all snap on and just concentrating on mostly exterior)

but colouring is another story, a field that i haven't ventured yet..

but the point i was trying to make here is that i can now see how fun it is to build your own valkyries. ;D