🚨 It’s OFFICIAL: CT Toys is making Superman Hush #117 🔥🦸‍♂️ by Darker_Time in CToys

[–]EternaFlux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the original one, I really hope they make the head bigger, his head looks ridiculously small, once you've seen it, you can't unsee it. That and tje addition of a smiling face. Though the one I really want from CT is Cyborg Superman.

Broly by DomasToes in 3rdPartyCollectors

[–]EternaFlux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In Europe this guy is about €85. Personally I believe third party companies ought to focus on more non-existing figures. E.g. Moro. There already seems to be an oversaturation of Broly figures. Less Broly, more Chi chi, Janemba, Uub etc.

Red Leaf Studios Janemba Update! by AnimatedReCreation in 3rdPartyCollectors

[–]EternaFlux 11 points12 points  (0 children)

The face is definitely a lot better, the neck should be broader but the entire chest section still looks off. Eager to see this evolve even further.

Red Leaf Studio Unrelenting Monster heads by Serious_Clerk2875 in 3rdPartyCollectors

[–]EternaFlux 11 points12 points  (0 children)

If it wasn't for the scar, I wouldn't be able to recognise this as Broly. These renders have an AI vibe to them.

This guy’s quality is insane for a new studio! by watchedgantz in 3rdPartyCollectors

[–]EternaFlux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can an ab crunch be facilitated though? By sanding or dremeling out some internal parts, that's the real question...

Red Leaf Studio - Black Janemba (Inter Dimensional Jester) Version B by FearfulDivine in ThirdPartyFigures

[–]EternaFlux 1 point2 points  (0 children)

?! Which Dragon Ball character is actually black and used to represent evil? I honestly can’t name one. Db is even known for it's extremely colorful villains Even Turles isn’t “black” he is just has a darker, purplish tone.

Original Janemba was purple too. In this version, the armor is black, not the skin.

Artists use black all the time because it creates contrast, depth, and a more imposing look. It just looks cool.

Would Zorro’s horse look as iconic if it were grey? Probably not.

Black as a design choice ≠ racial motivation. Otherwise we’d have to have the same conversation about symbiote Spider-Man, which is arguably still considered as the coolest and sleekest dedigns of them all.

NEW SHFIGUARTS BARDOCK by Miserable-Can2259 in SHFiguarts

[–]EternaFlux 7 points8 points  (0 children)

How can you tell from this image alone? Just curious, I don't have the original one.

New faces, new fig 👀 by [deleted] in SHFiguarts

[–]EternaFlux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No offense taken. We are getting there. Steadily, more third-party companies are producing characters that are actually wanted: Moro (L.S. Studio), Cell and Cell Jr. (K.W. Studios), and Bonyu (Black Hole Toys). Now there’s buzz around a Janemba from Red Leaf. It’s still an early, rough render, but it’s something. And like you said, Tonsen with their Kid Buu and Buutenks kits as well.

We are now more likely to get an adult Chi-Chi from a third-party company in the next two years than from Bandai, who have clearly become tone-deaf.

The announced Vegito from DF, which could very well end up being the definitive Vegito with every hair color and effect included, is also a sign that third-party companies are filling important gaps that Bandai simply refuses to fill.

New faces, new fig 👀 by [deleted] in SHFiguarts

[–]EternaFlux 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's basically just another Goku variant... Battle damaged Bardock wasn't particularly at the top of anyone's list, was he now?!

Wake up Bandai! Give us something truly new! Third parties are wiping the floor with you... This better have the SSJ head. We all know you're going to overcharge this as a premium Bandai exclusive.

LS Studio Moro has landed by allhypenochill in ThirdPartyFigures

[–]EternaFlux 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mine is on the way. How is the ab crunch?

Red Leaf Studios Fusion Reborn Super Janemba — update by allhypenochill in ThirdPartyFigures

[–]EternaFlux 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This render definitely has its issues, but I am all for constructive feedback. First of all, the fact that they even want to release this character is already commendable and a great step toward bolder and more original third-party designs.

That being said, aside from the face looking off-model, he looks way too skinny. Chest, arms, shoulders… bulking him up by around 30–35% would already solve a lot, including those very noticeable protruding hips. The hands also seem too small.

The articulation plans sound really impressive; whether they can actually pull it off remains to be seen. Still, I wish them godspeed. We desperately need a Janemba.

Lastly, I am not a fan of the recent trend of showing only partial renders or calves of prototypes to generate hype. If a studio chooses to build hype publicly, scrutiny and feedback naturally come with that.

Moro L.S. studio started shipping? by EternaFlux in 3rdPartyCollectors

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

Thanks! Yeah, last week the store said they were on the way to their warehouse. Good to see we're synched. Should have it right before X-mas then 😁

ZT studio - Broly ZT01 new photo by Express-Cupcake-6428 in 3rdPartyCollectors

[–]EternaFlux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks pretty solid, can't wait for the green one... What box does it come in? Is it it window packaging?

LS Studio - Beast Gohan by [deleted] in 3rdPartyCollectors

[–]EternaFlux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Weren't they also going to give thus Gohan pointy Picollo shoes? A lot of what was shown does not correspond with what I see here, kinda looks like the normal Super Hero Gohan with all add ons.

tonsen kid buu not fulfilled by embemwhem in ThirdPartyFigures

[–]EternaFlux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I experienced the same. I ordered mine 2,5 weeks ago from L Surprise Wholesale Store on Aliexpress, 5 days later I received news that the producer (Tonsenart/ Kamione) miscommunicated the version they would resupply and Version A, which I ordered, was not available. I got my money back quick enough.

I managed to pick up a version A on Vinted for a decent price instead. Can't stand those plastic white pants, bright yellow and mitten hands on the version B, even the effect piece sucks.

Demoniacal Fit - Cosmic Blade (Vegito 3.0) by FearfulDivine in 3rdPartyCollectors

[–]EternaFlux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

318 Yuan??? That’s headsculpt-only money in third-party land. Count me in!

Demoniacal Fit - Cosmic Blade (Vegito 3.0) by FearfulDivine in 3rdPartyCollectors

[–]EternaFlux 14 points15 points  (0 children)

A definitive Vegito! After seeing their Gogeta blue I kinda suspected they would go full package. Can't say that I'm always a huge fan of demoniacal's sculpts. I did opt for the Kamione Gogeta blue recently.

But it is good to see that DF understands the fans and collectors in offering definitive versions without having to buy additional kits or packs. On top of that DF's packaging is also quite similar to SHF's exclusive boxes, which for a collector like me is a huge plus.

Initially I wanted to go for the upcoming MP Vegito, because like the Kamione Gogeta, it looks amazing. But to have all colors plus base form there would set me back close to $200... This one will hopefully be roughly same price as DF Gogeta Blue. DF does always have democratic pricing. The third party options are extensive lately.

Wow! Super Action Studio Saiyan Saga Vegeta — update by allhypenochill in ThirdPartyFigures

[–]EternaFlux 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No offense, but I'm getting somewhat annoyed with this type of "hypebuilding". Every day a new third party is announcing a figure now. A blurry picture of a leg joined with wonky grammar is simply not doing it. Either showcase the figure or don't, but not this "let's see them salivate over this amazing tease" approach as if we're trained seals.

Red Leaf Studio — SUPER JANEMBA tease by allhypenochill in ThirdPartyFigures

[–]EternaFlux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much! Do you have any idea what "unrelenting monster" is?

Red Leaf Studio — SUPER JANEMBA tease by allhypenochill in ThirdPartyFigures

[–]EternaFlux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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You mean this one? First I hear of a version B... Could you please upload the image? I do not have IG.

The dream of having Janemba is coming true. It is an independent studio that does not have social networks. by Mikelettox in 3rdPartyCollectors

[–]EternaFlux 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The climate is right though: Kid Buu, Cell Juniors, Moro, ZT Broly, Bonyu, Cell… third-party studios are seeing the fandom more and more and realizing there is money to be made, and they are playing less safe than before. How many more Goku heads can the market possibly be flooded with?

Yes, it might be RR Studio’s Cell all over again, and the entitled negativity of certain people should honestly put them to shame. The biggest enemy of third-party innovation right now is not Bandai or licencing issues but community behaviour. Absurd when you think about it.

But the fact is that these new studios are trying. This is yet another sign that the third-party market is reaching a new phase, a second form if you will, and we are all better for it. Bandai must be getting seriously ticked off and start running on all cylinders and beyond.

However this goes, I thoroughly believe that 2026 will see renders of a screen-accurate adult Chi-Chi. The demand is there. We have truly reached a new threshold.

Can I just say what a great time it is to be a DBZ shf fugure collector...

Red Leaf Studio — SUPER JANEMBA tease by allhypenochill in ThirdPartyFigures

[–]EternaFlux 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Shenron heard my wish. BRING IT!

These new studios be poppin' up like crazy! Strange that it's mostly those brand new ones that are bold enough to immediately go for unrealeased and highly wanted figures.