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Got loads of good stuff today! Motu 200X Battle station and Spitbull, MotUC Capt Glenn, BG Evil Lyn, Palace guard and loads of weapons.
New additions!
Made a nice background for Granamyr -
Getting some nice customs fodder together -
Rearranged shelves -
Made a nice background for Granamyr -
Getting some nice customs fodder together -
Rearranged shelves -
No, not at all. I bent over and overpaid on feebay, $65 shipped. But looking at the current BINs, that's not too bad, sadly.
I just wanted to be done with it.
It's after valentine's day. I have officially told mattel, "It's not me, it's you."
It's after valentine's day. I have officially told mattel, "It's not me, it's you."
I don't blame you, Nacho.
Mattel has truly proven disastrous yet again.
1.) They "limit" the number of great figures and subsequent money-making opportunities for themselves (which ultimately hurts the line since a limited number of figures damages their ability to be economically prosperous and make even better products).
2.) They produce a bunch of crap instead of what the fans have requested for several years now. Octavia, Foe Men, Karatti, Fang Man, etc... All crap foisted upon us to "keep the line going." They should have made this year a BANNER YEAR with Battle Ram, Saurod, Gwildor, Ninjor, Extendar and Horde Trooper. Next year could have been the closing year with Spidor, Attak Trak, Blast Attak, Skeletor's black armored Soldier from the film, Stridor, Point Dredd (with audio CD of the original vinyl record), and so forth.
3.) The false advertising and Bait and Switch move on Castle Greyskull is shameful. Mattel has proven that they truly are a shameful bunch of assholes once a person views their original advertising video of the size and proportions of the Castle, and then juxtaposes the dimensions to what was revealed at New York Toy Fair. Simply shameful.
4.) 27 dollars for a figure, 35 dollars for Battle Cat and 50 dollars for the Wind Raider? Enough said.
I really don't know what is in store for next year or the line in general, but I don't see this ending well for fans or the sophomoric idiots in charge at Mattel.
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I think Scott Nutlick must have gay photos of the Mattel suits or something. I just can't see how the biggest toy company in the world can employ such an uncharismatic, weasely lying piece of gutter trash like him. Imagine if the toys were released with him ever saying a word? I'm sure every single consumer would be happier.
I have never, and I'll bet will never know why these people make it so hard to buy their toys and just enjoy them.
That little shit TG gives us expectations and breaks them every time. Take your pick from overpricing, cut accessories/ paint, QC issues, underproduction (Sorceress/ Fisto), shipping issues, payment issues, scare tactics, hatin' on cherrypickers (these pricks need to realise good business is where you find it), and pretty much all those issues combined if you are talking about Castle Grayskull.
In other news, I got Megator today. Fucking love that guy.
I have never, and I'll bet will never know why these people make it so hard to buy their toys and just enjoy them.
That little shit TG gives us expectations and breaks them every time. Take your pick from overpricing, cut accessories/ paint, QC issues, underproduction (Sorceress/ Fisto), shipping issues, payment issues, scare tactics, hatin' on cherrypickers (these pricks need to realise good business is where you find it), and pretty much all those issues combined if you are talking about Castle Grayskull.
In other news, I got Megator today. Fucking love that guy.
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Yeah, you pretty much hit it on the head. The guy is an Nth degree weasel. No kidding, because of him, I'm done with not only MOTU, but mattel in general. I overpaid for my Ram-Me-Man on the aftermarket, and I'm done.
But I really have no plans to buy anything from mattel. I would end with "ever", but I'm sure my daughter will get into barbies in a few years, and I won't be able to keep that pledge. But for now, all I can do is vote with my dollars, and my vote is to show mattel that the way they do business is not going to earn mine.
viva Hasbro? viva Bandai? viva Lego? Shit...
Yep, he's just a beastman flock. But do you want the flocked or unflocked ears variant?! hahahahahaha, what a shitstorm that caused when he came out. I don't really like the character, so I just sat back and laughed because I wasn't buying either one.
Being that the original had the flocking, and I loved the original and his pichule(sp?) smell, I was quite happy the new one was flocked too...thought the new one smells like pine...
Lol, Stinkor smelt of patchouli, Mossman always smelt of pine. 
I like Mossman flocked. he wouldn't be MM otherwise. A cheap custom would be to buy a Stratos from China, paint him green and buy a cast head.
I wanna pick him up eventually.
I like Mossman flocked. he wouldn't be MM otherwise. A cheap custom would be to buy a Stratos from China, paint him green and buy a cast head.
I wanna pick him up eventually.
All this Mossman talk got me wanting to take mine out...I hate photobucket...my photog skills are by no means great, but when I upload to photobucket, it makes them fuzzy...
Got some more customs finished -
http://www.fighting118th.com/forum/showthread.php?goto=newpost&t=4281
http://www.fighting118th.com/forum/showthread.php?goto=newpost&t=4281
The foam mock up is clearly larger...it dwarfs the classic version much more than the actual new playset does
That fucking idiot TG should just crawl back under his rock. There is literally no point in him making that vid, apart from using it as an excuse to put himself in front of the camera.
"It's almost 7 inches high" which means it'll be just over 6 inches etc, and the same for the rest of his approximate measurements. Also, notice the way the camera is slanted to make it look bigger? And the parapets removed from the 200X castle to make it look smaller?
More absolute lies from this worm-cunt subhuman cockmaster.
If you added the base to the vintage version, they are the same height. What a fucking joke!
Now look at Zombihamma's castle -
I've just been emailing Zombihama about getting one of his Castles of power. Mattel can go and fuck themselves. They had another opportunity to print money and make CG a smash success. Yet again they fuck everything up through lies, greed and that little that little worthless uncharismatic spit-fuck, Scott Shite-Lick.
"It's almost 7 inches high" which means it'll be just over 6 inches etc, and the same for the rest of his approximate measurements. Also, notice the way the camera is slanted to make it look bigger? And the parapets removed from the 200X castle to make it look smaller?
More absolute lies from this worm-cunt subhuman cockmaster.
If you added the base to the vintage version, they are the same height. What a fucking joke!
Now look at Zombihamma's castle -
I've just been emailing Zombihama about getting one of his Castles of power. Mattel can go and fuck themselves. They had another opportunity to print money and make CG a smash success. Yet again they fuck everything up through lies, greed and that little that little worthless uncharismatic spit-fuck, Scott Shite-Lick.
Seem TG is not done yet trying to drive folk away from MotUC and urging them to cancel their preorders.
The attutude of this piece of shit is an absolute joke.
"Hey everyone! I know their have been a ton of questions about the Castle and Val and the Mods were nice enough to gather together the most pressing questions. Please keep in mind that everything about the Castle is in flux right now as development continues. No one has really tired anything this ambitious before (selling in a 250.00 playset with a B-sheet!) so we do ask that you bare with us as development continues. There are and will continue to be changes from the original B-sheet as we move into sculpt (as seen at NYTF) and final toy (which we hope to show at SDCC).
If in any way you are unhappy with the product as it develops you may cancel your order through Aug 30th. But keep in mind if you cancel you can’t get back in and it is likely we will not do a day of sale for the Castle (or if we do it will be super limited and maybe only customer service stock sold off if not needed). Hope these answers clarify and feel free to ask more over on the Mattycollector.com “ask Matty†forums!
Best,
Scott
1. Will the jawbridge hinge be lowered further and/or the entrance way increased in height to allow for a longer jawbridge and more clearance for figures (or even better, clearance for He-Man on Battle Cat)?
We are actually looking into this. At this point it is too early to confirm anything but Mattel design and the Four Horsemen are exploring ways of getting the Jaw Bridge to lower into the base a bit more to allow for more clearance. We are actively looking into this to see if it is possible.
2. Can the Windraider socket be moved to the top somehow and/or the lower base be removed and something else be done in its place, such as the addition of other highly requested features or items (like the 3D dungeon) not currently offered with Grayskull?
The WR socket was always planned and announced as being inside of the Castle. The idea of "replacing it" does not really work. The socket is a hole in the floor of the castle for the existing stand included with the released WR toy. Replacing this "socket hole" with a newly sculpted item with lots of deco (like the dungeon you suggest) is not a 1:1 cost ratio. A new item with deco is way more expensive vs. including a socket in the floor. But if you don't want to use the Windraider socket or even the entire floor section you do not have to. This optional floor section with the WR socket plug is an accessory for the Castle and not needed to hold the playset together the way the walls do. If you don't care for this feature you do not need to display it. It is optional.
3. Will the inside walls of Grayskull be sculpted to add detail and features rather than being smooth as we saw in the prototype?
The interior walls will be the inverse sculpt of the exterior walls. They were smooth at Toy Fair in the Four Horsemen sculpt. But was noted at the show as being a temp item to hold the prototype together. The final plastic castle will have one sculpted wall for the outside and inside.
4. Will the throne be adjusted to allow for the Sorceress and/or a caped figure to sit in?
Yes, we are exploring adding a slit in the back of the throne for the Sorceress's tail feather to slide into letting her sit properly.
5. Will you adjust the trapdoor so it drops directly onto the dungeon or into the prison?
No, there will not be changes to the trapdoor position.
6. Will you go back and make Grayskull larger like in the foam mockup? And if not, why was it scaled down in size?
No. This is the largest we can make the Castle at the current price point. The foam model and the sell in sheet was noted as a work in progress and all dimensions given were noted as estimates that would likely change. And they did slightly.
7. Can head clearance inside the castle be improved for the figures placed inside on the different floors?
No, we won't be able to adjust the spacing of the floors, but there is more than enough space for MOTUC figures on each section.
8. Will the missing accessories from the original playset and other items like the 3D dungeon and Mark Taylor concept accessories be offered separately in the future if we cannot get the with this Grayskull playset?
We don't have plans for any additional accessories to the actual Castle (in fact there is a good chance some of the items shown at NYTF may need to be cut before the final product is shown at SDCC as costs continue to come in). It is always possible we could look into an add on "furniture" or "accessory" pack for the Castle one day, but nothing is planned right now.
9. Will there be pegs on the ledges to keep the figures from falling, or will you make the ledges wider so pegs aren't needed?
No. We won't be adding pegs to the ledge. There is more than enough space for two MOTUC figures to fit. Eric confirmed this on Roast Gooble dinner last week. (note from JVS3: I hope to have the episode up this coming weekend)
10. Will a cap be provided to cover the Wind Raider stand socket when it's not used, plus can something done with texture and sculpting to help make the floor look better?
No, we won't be adding a cap to the WR socket. It is an option piece and you can choose to not display it with your Castle if you do not care for it.
11. Is Grayskull designed for the potential future additions like Point Dread, castle playset extensions and/or dioramas?
Yes, the Horsemen did sculpt it with this in mind, but no plans right now for any additional items like you describe.
12. Will the spacesuit armor ever be offered as an articulated figure, or a snap-on piece that will cover an existing figure?
It is always possible but we don't have any plans right now for this.
13. Will fans be polled for what features, accessories and items they'd prefer on Grayskull?
No. The only poll we are running is for preorder customers to choose which 10 figures will be on the box art.
14. Can we get more features or additions (like a portal) that are nods to Filmation Grayskull?
No, we won't be adding any additional accessories and there is a very good chance that some of the accessories shown at NYTF may not make it to the final product as costs continue to come in. We'll have the final toy to show at SDCC.
15. Will you change the prison's size and bars so you can fit more inside and so you can see more of the figure through the bars?
No, we won't be able to make this change.
16. Will all the materials used, especially on joints and hinges, be stable and of the highest quality to insure durability, with the possibility of replacement parts and a lengthier warrantee?
We are using the best material we can!
17. Will Scareglow's key work on Grayskull?
Yes, there will be a slot added to the back door that will fit his key.
18. Will the hinge allow for the two halves to be taken apart after the initial assembly?
Assembly is not final at this time so we don't have a final answer to this.
19. Will a book, comic or unannounced accessory come with Grayskull?
No."
The attutude of this piece of shit is an absolute joke.
"Hey everyone! I know their have been a ton of questions about the Castle and Val and the Mods were nice enough to gather together the most pressing questions. Please keep in mind that everything about the Castle is in flux right now as development continues. No one has really tired anything this ambitious before (selling in a 250.00 playset with a B-sheet!) so we do ask that you bare with us as development continues. There are and will continue to be changes from the original B-sheet as we move into sculpt (as seen at NYTF) and final toy (which we hope to show at SDCC).
If in any way you are unhappy with the product as it develops you may cancel your order through Aug 30th. But keep in mind if you cancel you can’t get back in and it is likely we will not do a day of sale for the Castle (or if we do it will be super limited and maybe only customer service stock sold off if not needed). Hope these answers clarify and feel free to ask more over on the Mattycollector.com “ask Matty†forums!
Best,
Scott
1. Will the jawbridge hinge be lowered further and/or the entrance way increased in height to allow for a longer jawbridge and more clearance for figures (or even better, clearance for He-Man on Battle Cat)?
We are actually looking into this. At this point it is too early to confirm anything but Mattel design and the Four Horsemen are exploring ways of getting the Jaw Bridge to lower into the base a bit more to allow for more clearance. We are actively looking into this to see if it is possible.
2. Can the Windraider socket be moved to the top somehow and/or the lower base be removed and something else be done in its place, such as the addition of other highly requested features or items (like the 3D dungeon) not currently offered with Grayskull?
The WR socket was always planned and announced as being inside of the Castle. The idea of "replacing it" does not really work. The socket is a hole in the floor of the castle for the existing stand included with the released WR toy. Replacing this "socket hole" with a newly sculpted item with lots of deco (like the dungeon you suggest) is not a 1:1 cost ratio. A new item with deco is way more expensive vs. including a socket in the floor. But if you don't want to use the Windraider socket or even the entire floor section you do not have to. This optional floor section with the WR socket plug is an accessory for the Castle and not needed to hold the playset together the way the walls do. If you don't care for this feature you do not need to display it. It is optional.
3. Will the inside walls of Grayskull be sculpted to add detail and features rather than being smooth as we saw in the prototype?
The interior walls will be the inverse sculpt of the exterior walls. They were smooth at Toy Fair in the Four Horsemen sculpt. But was noted at the show as being a temp item to hold the prototype together. The final plastic castle will have one sculpted wall for the outside and inside.
4. Will the throne be adjusted to allow for the Sorceress and/or a caped figure to sit in?
Yes, we are exploring adding a slit in the back of the throne for the Sorceress's tail feather to slide into letting her sit properly.
5. Will you adjust the trapdoor so it drops directly onto the dungeon or into the prison?
No, there will not be changes to the trapdoor position.
6. Will you go back and make Grayskull larger like in the foam mockup? And if not, why was it scaled down in size?
No. This is the largest we can make the Castle at the current price point. The foam model and the sell in sheet was noted as a work in progress and all dimensions given were noted as estimates that would likely change. And they did slightly.
7. Can head clearance inside the castle be improved for the figures placed inside on the different floors?
No, we won't be able to adjust the spacing of the floors, but there is more than enough space for MOTUC figures on each section.
8. Will the missing accessories from the original playset and other items like the 3D dungeon and Mark Taylor concept accessories be offered separately in the future if we cannot get the with this Grayskull playset?
We don't have plans for any additional accessories to the actual Castle (in fact there is a good chance some of the items shown at NYTF may need to be cut before the final product is shown at SDCC as costs continue to come in). It is always possible we could look into an add on "furniture" or "accessory" pack for the Castle one day, but nothing is planned right now.
9. Will there be pegs on the ledges to keep the figures from falling, or will you make the ledges wider so pegs aren't needed?
No. We won't be adding pegs to the ledge. There is more than enough space for two MOTUC figures to fit. Eric confirmed this on Roast Gooble dinner last week. (note from JVS3: I hope to have the episode up this coming weekend)
10. Will a cap be provided to cover the Wind Raider stand socket when it's not used, plus can something done with texture and sculpting to help make the floor look better?
No, we won't be adding a cap to the WR socket. It is an option piece and you can choose to not display it with your Castle if you do not care for it.
11. Is Grayskull designed for the potential future additions like Point Dread, castle playset extensions and/or dioramas?
Yes, the Horsemen did sculpt it with this in mind, but no plans right now for any additional items like you describe.
12. Will the spacesuit armor ever be offered as an articulated figure, or a snap-on piece that will cover an existing figure?
It is always possible but we don't have any plans right now for this.
13. Will fans be polled for what features, accessories and items they'd prefer on Grayskull?
No. The only poll we are running is for preorder customers to choose which 10 figures will be on the box art.
14. Can we get more features or additions (like a portal) that are nods to Filmation Grayskull?
No, we won't be adding any additional accessories and there is a very good chance that some of the accessories shown at NYTF may not make it to the final product as costs continue to come in. We'll have the final toy to show at SDCC.
15. Will you change the prison's size and bars so you can fit more inside and so you can see more of the figure through the bars?
No, we won't be able to make this change.
16. Will all the materials used, especially on joints and hinges, be stable and of the highest quality to insure durability, with the possibility of replacement parts and a lengthier warrantee?
We are using the best material we can!
17. Will Scareglow's key work on Grayskull?
Yes, there will be a slot added to the back door that will fit his key.
18. Will the hinge allow for the two halves to be taken apart after the initial assembly?
Assembly is not final at this time so we don't have a final answer to this.
19. Will a book, comic or unannounced accessory come with Grayskull?
No."
"20. Will this Grayskull ever be used for another incarnation of MOTU, such as 3 and ¾ figures?
There are no plans to re-release the Castle beyond the current sale.
21. Will the two halves open up completely so they are perfectly side-by-side and will sit flush against a flat surface?
Assembly is not final at this time so we don't have a final answer to this.
22. Will you make the left parapet taller?
No, we won't be able to make this change.
23. Will the walls of the castle remain thick?
No, the sculpt at NYTF had much thicker walls to hold the prototype together. In the final plastic product the walls will be the inverse of the exterior sculpt detail.
24. Will any of the interior show when Grayskull is closed (like the top of the elevator rails) and if so, can it be fixed to conceal anything inside when closed?
It will be very similar to the vintage Castle. You will likely see some section of the elevator but we are not far enough along to make a definitive call.
25. Can the green on the castle be made darker?
Deco is not final but it is pretty close. We'll pass this along but likely we are past the point of making this change.
26. Will extensive testing be done to make sure paint will adhere and not easily scrape off Grayskull?
All of our products have this.
27. Will the sword keyhole be disguised in any way to make it less visible when not used?
It will look like a vertical crack in the front stone by the Jaw Bridge.
28. Are the shields, sword holder and tapestries removable?
The swords and shields can be removed, but the wall mounted holder is one time assembly. You can interchange which swords and shields are on the wall to your heart’s content.
29. Can the flags be made out of a sturdy fabric?
The flags are made of plastic.
30. If any paint aps are cut, will stickers be included to make up for any lost paint?
That would be one option, but we are pretty set on the paint ops at this point!
31. Will there be a lock on the orb chamber that you can open with the Sword of Power or Sword of Protection?
No.
32. Will the laser canon swivel left to right as well as up and down?
It moves up and down on the stand, but it is also not in a fixed spot so you can move it wherever you want.
33. Will you add a plug-in to attach Castle Grayskullman in some way?
You can put him anywhere you want, but there is no attachment for him.
34. Will the elevator have more paint aps?
No, we are not adding additional paint aps. But it has a lot.
35. Will you make a set of thrones to sell separately to use with the King and Queen?
It is always possible but we don't have any plans right now for this.
36. Do Castle Grayskullman's swords fit into the sword wall mount?
The wall mounted sword holder will fit most MOTUC swords/weapons.
37. Will the flags turn on the poll, or will the poll be able to rotate to show different sides of the flag?
The flag is fixed and made of plastic. The poll is a self standing element that can be moved or positioned anyway you want on the top, inside, next to the ground or even in your refrigerator if that if your thing.
38. Will it come with an Orb for the Orb Room?
No. The orb came with King Grayskull in late 2011.
39. Will we get He-Ro's grave?
No, we won't be including a grave stone accessory. Only what was shown at NYTF and possibly not even all of those items as costs continue to come in. A final toy will be shown at SDCC."
There are no plans to re-release the Castle beyond the current sale.
21. Will the two halves open up completely so they are perfectly side-by-side and will sit flush against a flat surface?
Assembly is not final at this time so we don't have a final answer to this.
22. Will you make the left parapet taller?
No, we won't be able to make this change.
23. Will the walls of the castle remain thick?
No, the sculpt at NYTF had much thicker walls to hold the prototype together. In the final plastic product the walls will be the inverse of the exterior sculpt detail.
24. Will any of the interior show when Grayskull is closed (like the top of the elevator rails) and if so, can it be fixed to conceal anything inside when closed?
It will be very similar to the vintage Castle. You will likely see some section of the elevator but we are not far enough along to make a definitive call.
25. Can the green on the castle be made darker?
Deco is not final but it is pretty close. We'll pass this along but likely we are past the point of making this change.
26. Will extensive testing be done to make sure paint will adhere and not easily scrape off Grayskull?
All of our products have this.
27. Will the sword keyhole be disguised in any way to make it less visible when not used?
It will look like a vertical crack in the front stone by the Jaw Bridge.
28. Are the shields, sword holder and tapestries removable?
The swords and shields can be removed, but the wall mounted holder is one time assembly. You can interchange which swords and shields are on the wall to your heart’s content.
29. Can the flags be made out of a sturdy fabric?
The flags are made of plastic.
30. If any paint aps are cut, will stickers be included to make up for any lost paint?
That would be one option, but we are pretty set on the paint ops at this point!
31. Will there be a lock on the orb chamber that you can open with the Sword of Power or Sword of Protection?
No.
32. Will the laser canon swivel left to right as well as up and down?
It moves up and down on the stand, but it is also not in a fixed spot so you can move it wherever you want.
33. Will you add a plug-in to attach Castle Grayskullman in some way?
You can put him anywhere you want, but there is no attachment for him.
34. Will the elevator have more paint aps?
No, we are not adding additional paint aps. But it has a lot.
35. Will you make a set of thrones to sell separately to use with the King and Queen?
It is always possible but we don't have any plans right now for this.
36. Do Castle Grayskullman's swords fit into the sword wall mount?
The wall mounted sword holder will fit most MOTUC swords/weapons.
37. Will the flags turn on the poll, or will the poll be able to rotate to show different sides of the flag?
The flag is fixed and made of plastic. The poll is a self standing element that can be moved or positioned anyway you want on the top, inside, next to the ground or even in your refrigerator if that if your thing.
38. Will it come with an Orb for the Orb Room?
No. The orb came with King Grayskull in late 2011.
39. Will we get He-Ro's grave?
No, we won't be including a grave stone accessory. Only what was shown at NYTF and possibly not even all of those items as costs continue to come in. A final toy will be shown at SDCC."
This whole interview could be summed up thusly:
"None of your whiny complaints have a snowball's chance of making it into the final product, and we are likely going to cut costs and make it even crappier. Suck it!"
......Whiskey.Tango.Foxtrot.
"None of your whiny complaints have a snowball's chance of making it into the final product, and we are likely going to cut costs and make it even crappier. Suck it!"
......Whiskey.Tango.Foxtrot.
Which could be followed up with...
Original purchasers who got flim flammed - "sighhh...oooookay...well we'll take the a$$ raping regardless, thanks can we have another?"
Original purchasers who got flim flammed - "sighhh...oooookay...well we'll take the a$$ raping regardless, thanks can we have another?"
Apparently I have until 8/30. I'll wait until SDCC to see what kind of shenanigans they pull.
Honestly, the only thing keeping me interested is my plan to make 4" MOTU figures that would be much more in scale with this bitch.
But I still think Scott is a shyster of epic proportions.
Really, selling something and then changing it fundamentally AND removing half the features you promised is "ambitious"? That's one way to say it...
Honestly, the only thing keeping me interested is my plan to make 4" MOTU figures that would be much more in scale with this bitch.
But I still think Scott is a shyster of epic proportions.
No one has really tired anything this ambitious before (selling in a 250.00 playset with a B-sheet!)
Really, selling something and then changing it fundamentally AND removing half the features you promised is "ambitious"? That's one way to say it...
It's like ordering a new car, fully loaded...leather, moon roof, best stereo, best wheels/tires, THE WORKS!...then at delivery getting the base model for the price of the fully loaded one...woah woah woah!
