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That would be good for an Emperor Titan


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 Mousemuffins wrote:
The Gundam Converge models work just fine, though the plastic is annoying and difficult to clean up. (PCV)

I love these! I had no idea they existed... it almost makes me think I can start a Tau army...

How big is the ghostkeel again?

 JohnHwangDD wrote:

 paulson games wrote:
Shame on you Sir! When it comes to mecha there is no such thing as "too big"

I dunno. At some point, the mecha becomes a bit impractical.

1/100 Jagd Mirage, Green Left, Twin Tower.

Scale?


Yeah.

Ah yes, the Jagd Mirage. That thing really is a beast. I think it would outclass any 40k Titan.

 Mousemuffins wrote:
The Gundam Converge models work just fine, though the plastic is annoying and difficult to clean up. (PCV)

Which Converge model is it?

 Barzam wrote:

 JohnHwangDD wrote:

 paulson games wrote:
Shame on you Sir! When it comes to mecha there is no such thing as "too big"

I dunno. At some point, the mecha becomes a bit impractical.

Spoiler:

1/100 Jagd Mirage, Green Left, Twin Tower.

Yeah.

Ah yes, the Jagd Mirage. That thing really is a beast. I think it would outclass any 40k Titan.

Definitely. The two Jagd Mirages can (and do!) destroy a planet. Imperials just don't have that technology (Eldar do!).

 kodos wrote:

 Mousemuffins wrote:
The Gundam Converge models work just fine, though the plastic is annoying and difficult to clean up. (PCV)

Which Converge model is it?

Uhhmmm... GP 01? ...with a spare head and weapons from tau stuff.

Are all the converge models just about crisis suit size? I would definitely pick up a bunch of them if that is the case (now to choose a gundam to convert into a Tau'nar)

 Ironwill13791 wrote:
Are all the converge models just about crisis suit size? I would definitely pick up a bunch of them if that is the case (now to choose a gundam to convert into a Tau'nar)

They're a little shorter across the board. I've been using them and just built up the base a little with cork. Nobody has ever said word one about them being a centimeter or so shorter than a Crisis Suit.

 Ironwill13791 wrote:
Are all the converge models just about crisis suit size? I would definitely pick up a bunch of them if that is the case (now to choose a gundam to convert into a Tau'nar)

http://www.gundamplanet.com/mg-fa-010a-fazz.html

Or possibly http://www.gundamplanet.com/mg-gat-x105-strike-gundam-i-w-s-p.html

@Kriswall- I am definitely gonna look into it then. Building up the base is pretty easy, and most players in my area would think it would look pretty cool.

@McNinja- Thanks for the suggestions. Those suits look awesome, especially the FA-010A FAZZ.

These are fairly old, but I am considering using the Mad Cat one I have as a Stormsurge (or a Heavy Arms gundam model I'd recently bought)



Can anyone else suggest other "chickenwalker" mechs out there that might fit well in a Tau army, either as crisis suits or bigger mechs?

Not sure about sizes but the Zentradi artillery pod would look good.

I think the Robotech Tactics model is too small, are there any larger ones out?

everybody loves a 1/35 Tachi Yellow by Kotobukiya



The demilitarized Tachikoma from "Ghost in the Shell" is now a model kit from Kotobukiya! It'll be about 6.5cm tall and 8.5cm long after assembly, with a detailed cockpit interior and opening and closing hatches. Its grenade launcher is now a non-armed version, and decals for the MatsuKei Construction firm are included. Unpainted figures of Bateau and Motoko Kusanagi are also included. Molded in yellow, black, gray, cream and clear plastic.

Five different colours of plastic, plus decals. This is what I would like to see GW do with some of their kits.

 Stormonu wrote:
These are fairly old, but I am considering using the Mad Cat one I have as a Stormsurge (or a Heavy Arms gundam model I'd recently bought)



Can anyone else suggest other "chickenwalker" mechs out there that might fit well in a Tau army, either as crisis suits or bigger mechs?

I'm not sure about the size of Tau units, but the 1/100 scale Officer's Pod (AKA Battletech Maurauder) is similar in size to the Mad Cat and I think it's available (though backordered) on Hobby search for very 10 bucks or so. The cockpit looks more than big enough to fit a pair of pilots. Here's one I painted up for my 28mm Mech Attack game.

As an idea of size, the base is a CD.

Dunno what I'd use it for but this tempts me.



http://www.squadron.com/Moebius-Models-BSG-Super-Deformed-Viper-Mk-II-p/mw00944.htm

Dakka Jet maybe?

There used to be a kit in about 1/48 scale of the real one, not SD version I mean.

This looks a fun item but for me it's a bit too pricey to buy without a clear idea of what it could be used for.

Possibly an Orky mash-up looted vehicle?

Or it might be convertible into some kind of Tau aircraft.

 Kilkrazy wrote:
There used to be a kit in about 1/48 scale of the real one, not SD version I mean.

I know, there's 2 of them sitting in my mountain of shame from 2 or 3 Christmases ago.

 Kilkrazy wrote:
Five different colours of plastic, plus decals. This is what I would like to see GW do with some of their kits.

No, it's $28, GW doesn't even do single 28mm model blisters for $28 anymore.

I got this one for use in BFG
http://hlj.com/product/bann01315

I just grabbed a bunch of these VOTOMS "Fatty" figs when they were on super sale. They're no longer on super-sale, but they're still a pretty good deal at $12 each.

http://www.hlj.com/product/TAK1413mg]
I'm using them for hardsuits in 28mm Mech battles and I'm not sure how they compare to Tau stuff, but they measure about 87mm from sole to top of head. Here it is with a sedition wars fig.

 Kid_Kyoto wrote:
Hmm, what about the other extreme, could this puppy be big enough to pass as one of the AM walkers? (Dunecrawlers?)

I've got one of these, it ends up as about the same size as a LRBT. I can't take photos at the moment because I'm away from home, but I can say I was very impressed with the kit quality - and it seems that that's the standard for gundam kits. All a tight snap fit, barely any flash, no need for a file at all really.

The new Orphans series has some accessories out. Not sure if anyone has posted it (don't remember seeing it here)
This particular set has a neat walker thing too but I think it might be more for 10mm or 15mm.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0129DWF3K?dpID=317weovA6cL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_SL500_SR135%2C135_&refRID=0P3QXWT8TDBBP2VBWD9K&ref_=pd_rhf_yast_s_cp_32

The set has guns and I'm guessing there are more from this line but this is the first I've seen. The reviews say it's not colored though and is all charcoal grey or similar.

This is new.

Gundam Kimaris is clearly a Nagano Auge translate. Should look great next to Hyakushiki!




Gundam Gusion is very cute!

I was sad the Guison wasn't out yet while I was there.

Totally getting one in the summer.

The Kimaris reminds me more of the R-Gyagya and the Quebley Papillon.

Not seeing much of the Auge resemblance, other than the pointy shoulder binders. Nice looking kit though.

The basic helmet and shoulder armor design of the Kimaris is copied from the modern Auge.

Kimaris is growing on me. It's supposed to have an add-on pack coming as well with additional boosters and swords.

It probably should be noted that the add-on sets so far are all molded in dark gray. It really isn't necessary to paint them though.

Speaking of the Gundam Gusion though, I too missed out on him. He came out like, the day after I left Japan. Fortunately, my other brother snagged a Gusion and a Man Rodi for me.

Am I wrong or is their an SD version of the Kimaris coming as well? I swear I saw one. Hopefully it won't be a stupid web shop exclusive.

Are there pictures floating around of the add ons for the Kimaris? I'm a sucker for extra boosters and swords, as shown by my extensive collection of Exias and all the blades they carry...

 Brunius wrote:

 Kid_Kyoto wrote:
Hmm, what about the other extreme, could this puppy be big enough to pass as one of the AM walkers? (Dunecrawlers?)

I've got one of these, it ends up as about the same size as a LRBT. I can't take photos at the moment because I'm away from home, but I can say I was very impressed with the kit quality - and it seems that that's the standard for gundam kits. All a tight snap fit, barely any flash, no need for a file at all really.

What is the name of this thing? I'd very much like to buy a couple to use as Dunecrawlers.

It is a Gundam Guntank.

highlord tamburlaine wrote:Am I wrong or is their an SD version of the Kimaris coming as well? I swear I saw one. Hopefully it won't be a stupid web shop exclusive.

Are there pictures floating around of the add ons for the Kimaris? I'm a sucker for extra boosters and swords, as shown by my extensive collection of Exias and all the blades they carry...

You aren't wrong. It's in thei SD action figure line. I think it's called NXEDGE or something. So far, there's no IBO SD kits though.

Kriswall wrote:

 Brunius wrote:

 Kid_Kyoto wrote:
Hmm, what about the other extreme, could this puppy be big enough to pass as one of the AM walkers? (Dunecrawlers?)

I've got one of these, it ends up as about the same size as a LRBT. I can't take photos at the moment because I'm away from home, but I can say I was very impressed with the kit quality - and it seems that that's the standard for gundam kits. All a tight snap fit, barely any flash, no need for a file at all really.

What is the name of this thing? I'd very much like to buy a couple to use as Dunecrawlers.

Specifically, it's the Guntank from Gundam: The Origin. There is a significant difference between that one and the regular version. I've posted pics in my plog of mine back when it came out.