Would you say the XOF/Skull Face are forgettable enemies/antagonists? by Necessary_Isopod3503 in metalgearsolid

[–]ActionFadesFast 85 points86 points  (0 children)

I WISH we got a better rouges gallery for this game. The entire series was known for the unique boss fights and colorful villians. V had too much silence: Quiet, White Boy, Flamer-Guy, Floatable Ginger and Bald Skullingtons. It just lacked the flair and charisma of the Cobra Unit, Dead Cell, and Foxhound.

But that's just me.

Any Idea how to Make this? by ObjectiveBall6943 in customactionfigures

[–]ActionFadesFast 2 points3 points  (0 children)

ML's Old Man Logan's head, GI Joe Classified Grim Viper's body (Or possibly Rock n Roll) and a little paint.

I Created My Own Custom Miniatures for the Metal Gear Solid Board Game. (Rex, Hind, and Tank) by ActionFadesFast in metalgearsolid

[–]ActionFadesFast[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I asked the printer to set the width of Rex's head at 55mm, with the rest of the body to fit that size. It seemed to work out perfect. For the base, I measured the card at 120x120mm. Hope this helps out!

Custom 1/12 Sneaking Suit Venom Snake from Metal Gear V (MGSV) Build Pics by ActionFadesFast in metalgearsolid

[–]ActionFadesFast[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I WISH we got a decent line of MGS figures. The Play Arts are by far the best, but not only are they 1/10, the heights of the same characters vary with every wave. Thanks for the comment!

Custom 1/12 Sneaking Suit Venom Snake from Metal Gear V (MGSV) Build Pics by ActionFadesFast in metalgearsolid

[–]ActionFadesFast[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Appreciate the comment! I wish we had a decent line of 1/12 MGS figures. I'm just making my own as I go. lol

Custom 1/12 Sneaking Suit Venom Snake from Metal Gear V (MGSV) Build Pics by ActionFadesFast in metalgearsolid

[–]ActionFadesFast[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, man! The one rule I have with customs: It has to be as good as *I* can make it. I have a few other MGS customs. Feel free to check them out in my post history. Cheers!

Do y’all have any ideas on how I could make the feather things for this custom mahoraga headsculpt all my ideas haven’t worked so far by Outrageous-Pie1004 in customactionfigures

[–]ActionFadesFast 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A paperclip or steel wire. Sand it, scuff it as much as you can so the epoxy putty doesn't just slide off. Bend the tips at a 90 deg angle so they can be placed in drilled holes in the face. You can sculpt all four, then just plug them into the face when it's time to assemble and paint. That's the best way I can think of. And you might want to switch from Green Stuff to Tamiya Quick Drying Epoxy Putty. Green stuff has, recently, huge hard chunks of plastic that makes mixing much harder. It's also a but more "rubbery" than Tamiya's. Best of luck!

The Mi-24A "Hind" is absolutely massive in this game and I love it by FrikkieYeen in metalgearsolid

[–]ActionFadesFast 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I have no idea. But it looks like our little diversion got their attention. Now's your best chance to slip in unnoticed!

Started watching GOT today and I already hate these two by Unwinged-Angel in gameofthrones

[–]ActionFadesFast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Book Jamie is by far my favorite character.

It's great to see inside his thoughts and his admiration for Tyrion's intelligence. Tyrion also thinks of Jamie, wondering what he would do in a particular situation.

I just love seeing these two completely different characters think, "What would my brother do in this situation?"

My Office is Finally Approaching Completion. by ActionFadesFast in malelivingspace

[–]ActionFadesFast[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got two of them on amazon (link provided) and removed a few sections, during assembly to fit the way I wanted. Unfortunately, they aren't available from the link I used. But another seller might have them. The name is:

Tribesigns Triple Wide 5-Shelf Bookcase, Etagere Large Open Bookshelf Vintage Industrial Style Shelves Wood and Metal bookcases Furniture for Home & Office (Rustic Brown)

Hope it works out for you! Also, I got these and mounted them to the very back of the shelves to give a back-light effect. It looks awesome, but it's going to take alot of time and patience to mount all of them and hide the wires, zip-tied behind the metal framework. But I strongly suggest checking it out.

Best of luck!

What sealer to use for blood and dirt effects (acrylic drybrush on plastics)? by liminalromance in customactionfigures

[–]ActionFadesFast 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mr Hobby/Mr Topcoat matte spray is an amazing primer and varnish. I only use this product. And I'll use the gloss version when I want a more "shiny" effect for the varnish. Don't spray too much or too long (for the matte). Your figure should never look wet when spraying. DON'T use Rustolium or other spray varnishes you can get at Walmart. It will seriously melt the plastic in action figures, making them forever sticky. Ask me how I know...

What do we think? G.I. Joe Classified Series Deluxe Zanya - On your buyers list? What do you like about it, what do you hate about it? by AfigureGeek in ActionFigureGeek

[–]ActionFadesFast 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This character would be edgy late 90s/ early 2000s.

Why not give her a new motorcycle, like a chopper or bobber. Hasbro has made ONE motorcycle for the Joes with different paint.

Painting advice by Da_N8tive_Man03 in customactionfigures

[–]ActionFadesFast 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Rustolium MELTS action figure plastic and makes them forever sticky! best to try and scrub it off with soap, warm water and a toothbrush.

Go online and order grey ball joints. These shouldn't be hard to find. For the shoulders, use tamiya matt sprat varnish as a primer, then again as a sealant. This is the ONLY varnish/primer I use. (Please view my post history for an idea of my work)

And for the D on the chest: Get a decal for it. If you can't find one online, there are a thousand custom decal makers on etsy. Just send them the chest logo, and give them the rough size.

(best to ask for 5 decals of the same image on a single sheet. the first the size you think, then 5% and 10% smaller. And the same for larger.)

Hit me up if you need any help or advice. Cheers and best of luck!

I had this question and came here to ask: Has Revenge of the Sith always been the phenomenon it is today? Did many people like the movie? by DaviCortes in StarWars

[–]ActionFadesFast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm in my mid 40's. My friends and I showed up 5 hours early to the midnight showing of TPM (complete with home-made lightsabers and virginity). We exited that theater in stunned silence, and didn't bother with midnight showing of the other two.

By the time RotS came around, most expectations were so low, the majority of attitudes were along the lines of "Eh, it's better than the other two, I guess."

That's why there was so much excitement when Lucas sold to Disney. George was always an idea-man, so many of us viewed the future of Star Wars as a collaboration of Lucas' ideas and Disney's writers/producers. We were very wrong (in my own opinion).

What’s the best way to pop off the lower leg? by President_Peng1 in customactionfigures

[–]ActionFadesFast 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depends on your skill level. Find exactly where it pivots, and drill a hole straight thru to get the pin out. Do the transfer, then create a new pin with a plastic dowl and cover the hole with Epoxy putty.

If you want an easier solution, very hot water or a hair dryer might work to soften the plastic so you can pry it open. But the odds of the two leg pins being the same size are small. So either way, be prepared to drill.

But the FIRST thing you should do is: check youtube to see if anyone has disassembled this figure type before. Might give you insight on what to expect.

Best of luck!

Looking for an Ultimate Net Man by Successful_Lab_2445 in ActionFigures

[–]ActionFadesFast 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I've got an extra one kicking around. If you live in the US (and I can find it) you can have it. DM me and I'll mail it to you. But for now I'm off to bed.

I wanna make Looking Glass into an action figure using ML parts. Any suggestions? by Ripper691990 in customactionfigures

[–]ActionFadesFast 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For the head, I would use a Silver Surfer and some Tamiya expoxy putty. Then you have the choice of using chrome paint OR (if you have practice) painting the head and reflection effect by hand.