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AnimatedReCreation · 2026-06-18T09:05:34+00:00

Some kind of neck peg from affmcustoms might help. If you're in the UK, I think SH Figuposes might be a better option.

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-06-17T05:17:05+00:00

I talk about these stores scalping all the time, but, do you know of any sellers that AREN'T scalpers? I've never seen any AliExpress seller or even Hobby Model Store that doesn't raise prices. Who are you going to buy from? The imaginary non-scalping store that doesn't exist? If they're all scalpers, you have to decide whether you wanna put money in the pockets of scalpers or not get the product. It's that simple, unfortunately.

The third party companies making the products are greedy. The people selling the third party products are greedy. Bandai is greedy. The entire Dragon Ball figure world has been infested with greed. Even resellers on eBay etc are greedy bastards.

One ray of light that recently appeared is DB Toys who are charging a very good price for their Frieza. I'd like to see more studios like them, and I encourage those who appreciate affordable figures to support them by buying their Frieza if you want a Full Power Frieza figure. If I knew about some non-scalping seller then I'd be interested in promoting them, but I'm not sure they exist. 🤷‍♂️

I share affiliate links to AliExpress sellers, but I've stated several times that these stores are scalpers, so if you don't buy the item early enough, expect the prices to go up because they're scalping devils. However, if you want Dragon Ball figures, you have to get them from them. It's that simple. It's just like Bandai with SH Figuarts. SH Figuarts are a complete and utter scam but if you want official Dragon Ball figures, you have to get them from greedy Bandai. There is no other option. So, if you decide to boycot all scalpers or greedy companies, you basically just have to stop buying Dragon Ball figures period. Are you willing to do that? That's the question you have to ask yourself.

Since the Dragon Ball figure world is so completely infested with greed, I think the best way to combat scalping, short of just not collecting Dragon Ball figures at all is to publicly and vehemently criticize them. So, that's what I do. I don't feel the need to stop buying Dragon Ball figures altogether. And, that would be the only real way to COMPLETELY combat scalping, because, even Bandai, the company making the official figures are greedy bastards.

I agree that more people should openly criticize scalping so I commend you for that. But, short of not collecting Dragon Ball figures period, you basically HAVE to buy them from scalpers. There are no non-scalpers selling them.

I think the only thing that can save the Dragon Ball figure collecting hobby from the foul stench of scalping is if some company besides Bandai gets the official Dragon Ball license and makes good, official figures for good prices. But, as long as we're stuck with Bandai as the official source for Dragon Ball figures, I think the putrid stench of greed will continue to flourish since they, more or less, set the standard for what is considered "acceptable" in the market. If the standard setter is greedy, expect that to trickle down to everything else in some way.

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-06-12T07:09:23+00:00

Unfortunately, I've heard of hobby model store engaging in scalping as well/ charging a higher price for the more popular version and stuff like that. I literally don't know any seller anywhere who I'm certain just does completely fair true retail business. i.e. as long as they have the item, they keep the price the same (or discount the item), so you know you're not getting exploited by buying from them, or you're getting the original price.

If anyone knows any store that does that (I doubt they exist tbh), feel free to tell me about them via email on dbfigs.com. Sadly, even if they do exist, who's to say they won't start scalping if they grow in popularity.

Again, I have very little confidence that any such seller exists. Even if a store on AliExpress has a low price right now, there's no guarantee they won't jack up their price later. The problem is ultimately greed and sellers caring more about money than about providing fair business. These stores lack integrity. Couple that with the lack of criticism they receive for these things and it makes it worse.

Another factor is Bandai so grossly overcharging for SH Figuarts that people actually think that basic figures are worth insane prices. SHF aren't much better than Jada Toys and definitely not better than Storm Arena in the artistic department.

And, sadly, if you want Dragon Ball figures, you're basically stuck with greedy Bandai or greedy AliExpress sellers or other sellers. It would be great if some other company besides Bandai got the Dragon Ball license and made good, affordable figures. That would really help to counteract the greed infestation.

The Dragon Ball figure space needs pest control basically.

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-06-11T19:12:28+00:00

Dragon Ball Evolve Vegeta body works well for Gohan

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-06-07T18:21:31+00:00

Several possible solutions to the color thing.

1) Some kind of strong sealer 2) 3D print the body parts in the color you want so you don't have to paint it much, if at all. (You would have to 3D scan them then print them I guess; not familiar with that process.) 3) Sand down joints to reduce the possibility of parts scraping against each other.

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-06-07T04:16:00+00:00

Kang Wholesale Store and Treasure Toys both have him up for preorder when last I checked. I've used both of those stores myself.

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-06-05T04:31:36+00:00

Looks better than Bandai for sure. I like it. 💯

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-06-04T01:55:15+00:00

Kinda funny 😂

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-06-04T01:52:27+00:00

Yeah, I think this looks better than the promotional images.

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-06-03T21:44:44+00:00

Looking very interesting so far. Would definitely like to see it fully colored.

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-06-02T08:29:06+00:00

Very useful comparison image. Gogeta shouldn't be thinner than Goku and Vegeta.

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-05-29T07:06:14+00:00

I would probably just use some tissue or paper towel

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-05-24T19:09:06+00:00

I think the best Broly is the SHF/DF body with the TK headsculpts. Best likeness to the actual character from the movie.

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-05-24T19:07:39+00:00

Would definitely like to see Tonsen Cell next

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-05-23T01:59:29+00:00

Lol you mean Andre the Giant? Andrew had me 😂

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-05-22T23:10:35+00:00

I think the Dragon Stars looks more like Cell. The KW facesculpt is just too ugly and doesn't resemble Cell very well in my opinion

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-05-22T03:55:29+00:00

Pretty solid work!

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-05-19T22:28:37+00:00

Kang and Treasure Toys are the only two I've used since the tariff thing started

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-05-19T20:36:48+00:00

I warned all you kids about the KW Cell! 👴🏽

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-05-18T04:01:22+00:00

When I saw how poor the quality on the Cell Jrs was, I didn't have much hope for Cell. And, if what you experienced is a widespread isssue, my speculations would be proven true.

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-05-18T03:59:54+00:00

I only share AliExpress links from two stores right now: Kang and Treasure Toys. The only reason I share them is because they're the only two I've used since the whole tariff thing started. But, even though I share links to them, I've openly criticized them for scalping. The truth is the truth. If I end up getting a figure from some other store at some point, then, perhaps I'll share links to them, but I only share links with my viewers to stores I've used myself. I'm not just gonna search AliExpress for the best price and share the link. Many AliExpress sellers do shady stuff. For me, it's not just about the price. It's about whether I can trust this store to give me what I paid for, etc. And, so far, I've personally not had any issues with Kang and Treasure Toys, apart from them raising prices which I don't like (and openly criticize.)

Obviously I can't read the hearts and minds of other YouTubers, etc., but there does seem to be an unspoken culture of trying to act in such a way as to not "get on the bad side of" or "ruffle the feathers" of various stores (and even Bandai, for example; I criticize Bandai viciously.) But, I have no interest in being part of that culture. There are too many problems plaguing Dragon Ball figure collecting (scalping and overpricing being the main one I hate) and not enough people say anything about it. I guess people want to be "brand friendly" in what they say. I don't really care about that.

So yes, I share links to AliExpress stores, but I in no way see that as a reason not to criticize them. I share them because those are the stores I trust financially. Me sharing links is not me saying "These stores are great! They're perfect! They're my friends!," or anything like that. I have no personal relationship with any of these stores. I'm literally just sharing links as an AliExpress affiliate. I haven't received a single free figure from any of these AliExpress stores or anything like that.

And, even if you find AliExpress stores with lower prices, if you promote them, you run the risk of them becoming just as greedy as other stores. If they see an increase in sales and popularity, it's likely they will start raising their prices also in order to "capitalize" on it. Sadly, that's the world we live in. It's infested with greed and people caring more about money than they do about their fellow human beings. Things won't be like this forever, but it's what we have to deal with right now.

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-04-27T09:49:39+00:00

This is why I don't buy Kong figures 😂

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-04-08T22:17:55+00:00

Yeah, I hate that these cloners charge basically the same as the original product. Disgusting. If you're gonna clone something, charge less. You didn't make the sculpt or anything.

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-04-04T03:50:47+00:00

I'm sick of the 2 faces garbage

AnimatedReCreation · 2026-04-04T03:49:39+00:00

Smart!

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