Marauder Inc. General Thread
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Some of that stuff looks cool. I imagine I'd have been ecstatic if this was 5 or 6 years ago.
Glad to see their kickstarter approach has been working though.
Glad to see their kickstarter approach has been working though.
Fine detail, really, though I might be more forgiving with that given my intent to use these parts for Acid Rain projects.
Granted, WWII pouches don't lend themselves to being given this treatment, or at least I hope not.
https://www.marauderinc.com/product-p/mtf-t1105.htm
When you make pouches, sheaths and magazine wells that "work", they have to be scaled up, and they don't look good. On the topic of scale, Marauder is pretty hit-and-miss with that and proportion, when it comes to the weapons and stuff. We'll see, though. I'm sure at least some of it will be usable. I think my biggest worry is managing expectations, there's a lot of kit that would be useful, but how much of it might actually happen is up in the air.
Oh, and they need to get that nickle-and-diming under control. Who wants a damn flight helmet without the visor and boom mic? :trollface:
So you would rather the sidearm and holster and knife and sheath be 1 piece and much smaller like on BBi stuff. I don't like the open mag pouches much as I don't feel they look "right" I would rather see a sculpted taco pouch with the mag sticking out as an option than the usable ones...but I just choose not to use those. I usually glue the mags in the weapons as well. I don't think there were a lot of weapons that utilized magazines in WWII so should not be an issue, right?
As far as the flight helmet...it comes from the factory that way...it is set up so you can buy the color of each part you want ... he could build all the different versions possible - make new SKUs for each and stock em all...combine the cost of each into one price, PLUS pass on all that extra labor cost to you...or he can stock all the single parts and let you make what ever combo you want.
I am interested in seeing your reaction to the prototypes...
As far as the flight helmet...it comes from the factory that way...it is set up so you can buy the color of each part you want ... he could build all the different versions possible - make new SKUs for each and stock em all...combine the cost of each into one price, PLUS pass on all that extra labor cost to you...or he can stock all the single parts and let you make what ever combo you want.
I am interested in seeing your reaction to the prototypes...
There were a lot more magazine-fed weapons utilized in WWII than you imagine, and I'm not talking obscure shit. Even the Garand en-blocs, and all the bolt actions used stripper clips, those all went in pouches. They're not gonna make those functioning, I'm not sweating that.
Wish we had a firm date on when this thing was going live.
Wish we had a firm date on when this thing was going live.
Some quotes from John on FB about this project
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Me too! Loved to build the Tamiya 1:35 military miniatures when I was a kid and ALWAYS wanted cool WWII action figures. You will be able to "customize" the gear loadouts on the WWII figures (not "stuck" with what is tooled onto the figure) and have authentic gear (American canteens WITH the little "US" stamp on them, German boots that have the "hobnails" on the soles, water bottles WITH the correct texture, and just about every main weapon used in the conflict). Finally sat back and said "why can't we release WWII figures that are just like our current MTF figures AND have the gear work with all figures?" We just didn't know any better and decided to give it a try! Ignorance is bliss!
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Sounds cool.. I think the WWII ship has sailed for me.. But if this is popular maybe I can sell my 1:18 WWII stuff at a profit if everyone had the figures!
Vietnam sounds cool though.
Vietnam sounds cool though.
From their FB page
"Hey Folks!
Here are some 3d sculpt illustrations for the Marauder Task Force WWII US Army Soldier. Figure is shown with just a sampling of the MODULAR gear getting released with the figure. Removable web-belt, Y-harness and backpack have modular mounting points, so the final gear "load-out" is up to you!. Several countries involved in the conflict are planned for our MTF WWII Kickstarter event, with SEVERAL different styles of soldiers from each of those different armies. Also, most of the weapons used in WWII are in our event! We will unveil several more sculpts leading up to the early February Kickstarter launch...maybe even show some paint masters! Hope you like what is on the way!
MJ"
https://www.facebook.com/Marauder-Gun-Runners-130280310343512/?hc_ref=ARRlV6sF7uKFO5UBQUrvOq_c8ZMmlcb7CBWfe3hcL9oJ0vtov2QbytYa_IGtHZ207Eg&fref=nf
Looks alright. I imagine I'll be able to swap those gaiter legs onto a Vietnam figure down the road. Looks like the bayonet scabbard works. Helmet looks a bit large, but that's the hazard that comes with removable head gear. Let's see the FJ....
If they don't offer a "Kaptain American" stretch goal, I'll be disappointed. Not that I'd want one, it just looks ripe for the deco.
I really wish I cared more about WWII. It just isn't hitting that 'cool bone' like it used to. Guess I'm a modern war whore now. But not future war.. that's lame too.
Though if some of the WWII stuff can be re purposed into Vietnam era stuff.. perhaps..
Though if some of the WWII stuff can be re purposed into Vietnam era stuff.. perhaps..
Similarly, I wish I cared much for WWII hardware. I even enjoy the WWII doc/chronicle type shows on TV, but have never gotten into collecting it. I do like some of the near future kind of stuff, so long as it's based on cool stuff in development.
"Hey Folks!
Here are some 3d sculpt illustrations for the Marauder Task Force WWII German Army Soldier. As with ALL the figures in the MTF WWII series, the removable belt, Y-harness and backpack have modular mounting points, so the final gear "load-out" is up to you!. Will release images of MORE figures as we get closer to the early February MTF WWII Kickstarter launch. Hope you like what is on the way!
MJ"
Same source as before. I remember someone mentioning the helmet looking a little large on the GI figure, but this helmet reminds me of Space Balls a little bit.
Here are some 3d sculpt illustrations for the Marauder Task Force WWII German Army Soldier. As with ALL the figures in the MTF WWII series, the removable belt, Y-harness and backpack have modular mounting points, so the final gear "load-out" is up to you!. Will release images of MORE figures as we get closer to the early February MTF WWII Kickstarter launch. Hope you like what is on the way!
MJ"
Same source as before. I remember someone mentioning the helmet looking a little large on the GI figure, but this helmet reminds me of Space Balls a little bit.
I won't be replacing 21st's Ardennes-era stahlhelm from the looks of it. It might just be me, but parts of the kit looks too large. The e-tool looks fine, as do the pouches and rolled zeltbahn. The mess kit, canteen and maybe gas mask canister. Eh, something I'd have to have in-hand to compare it to Hiya's and Dragon's efforts.
Gonna need a tornister, yo, and an actual e-tool accessory. And allllll the FJ-things.
Oh, and for those of you counting rivets, the mess kit should be on it's side, lid facing to the left.
Gonna need a tornister, yo, and an actual e-tool accessory. And allllll the FJ-things.
Oh, and for those of you counting rivets, the mess kit should be on it's side, lid facing to the left.
When diversity is more important than literally EVERYTHING.
I'm sure someone on HT is planning to slap a Valkyrie head on one of these German bucks.
For everyone? That's funny considering the Japanese didn't really use many. Didn't they make only a couple thousand Type 100s late in the war? The Japanese forces were known predominantly for using rifles and LMGs. I guess they'll all be using Type 99 machine guns lol.
That said, I wouldn't be surprised if they went the 21st route of making a separate right hand specifically for holding a rifle. Seems like the simplest solution and it'd be yet another item to gouge your pockets for, all in step with their modular gimmicks.
That said, I wouldn't be surprised if they went the 21st route of making a separate right hand specifically for holding a rifle. Seems like the simplest solution and it'd be yet another item to gouge your pockets for, all in step with their modular gimmicks.
24K+ production between all types, but the point stands, Japan was definitely tail-end Charlie when it came to SMGs. Battle rifles were king for all combatants, but SMGs and assault rifles work better for toys. All the figures have been shown with pistol grip hands, but rifle hands as an "extra" wouldn't surprise me in the least. I'm more concerned about the range of motion in the neck and shoulders. That's where a lot of your "looking down the sights" comes from.
I can't wait to pay $50 for a two-man MG team.
I mean.. I guess. That looks pretty awkward though.
I looked up a bunch of people shooting and I don't think I saw one picture where someone had their elbow at ear level when shouldering a rifle.
Usually it looks something like this:
That is certainly better than some other figures, but I'd be happier if they went all the way.
I looked up a bunch of people shooting and I don't think I saw one picture where someone had their elbow at ear level when shouldering a rifle.
Usually it looks something like this:
That is certainly better than some other figures, but I'd be happier if they went all the way.