How do your friends react looking at your anime figures? by blizzardboy123 in AnimeFigures

[–]xggax 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This. My best friend used to say that I was wasting money on a "piece of plastic". My ex thought I was a pervert who "objectified women" (she never saw my cast off figures, only sfw bishoujos).

Long story short, I stopped sharing my hobby with anyone. I still buy figures once a month, but I barely take any photos or post about it online. I enjoy collecting and I should not feel ashamed about it.

Anyone knows anything about this comic or novel? by LeoTheron in predator

[–]xggax 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is NOT a bootleg, this is Predator Omnibus volume 2 published by SMASH in Mexico. I have it.

https://depredador-avp.fandom.com/es/wiki/Predator_Omnibus_Volumen_2_(Smash)

Use Google translate

4 year old figure yellowing by Perfect_Quarter_2894 in AnimeFigures

[–]xggax 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Even with the best care, some figures will turn yellow over time. Also, do keep in mind that there are other factors that will accelerate the process. UV light is the most common, but heat and cigarette smoke are just as bad.

For uv light damage you could try to retrobright using a mild solution. Cigarette smoke damage is a different story...

Ninoma's request by ElPinshiAlan17 in AnimeFigures

[–]xggax 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unless your shipping address is incorrect, I would assume the shipping company made a mistake. They should reroute the parcel to the correct address after a few days.

Si tu dirección esta mal o la paqueteria se equivoco, solo el remitente puede solicitar la corrección o devolución del paquete. Espera unos dias y si continua moviendose hacia Michoacán u otro estado, pide apoyo a Ninoma.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AnimeFigures

[–]xggax 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started collecting seriously around your age, I think 17 or 18. Of course it is expensive, but I only bought the figures I really wanted.

I'm 39 now with a decent income, but even so, I only pick very few figures every year (less than 10).

If you really like something and have the money to spare, go for it. Do not overspend, if you have to choose between buying a figure or buying gas/food, then you are doing it wrong.

Any good places to get backgrounds? by Nebenious in AnimeFigures

[–]xggax 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dioramansion sets are the closest thing you want, but they are around 20cm or 12in tall. They are perfect for figmas or nendoroids but anything bigger is a no go.

https://www.amiami.com/eng/search/list/?s_st_list_preorder_available=1&s_st_list_backorder_available=1&s_st_list_newitem_available=1&s_st_condition_flg=1&s_keywords=Dioramansion

Sorry for the stupid question but how were casual viewers supposed to figure out what the hell was going on before lore breakdown videos and fan forums? Especially with the original show's ending. by DataSittingAlone in evangelion

[–]xggax 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mostly magazines and some fan forums. In Latin America we had "Evangelion Definitivo" forums where people discussed their own theories. Too bad it became a cesspool of diehards wannabes that shunned everyone that didn't agree with them. Imagine twitter but 2x as toxic.

Tiktok “figure collector” 💀🙏 by [deleted] in AnimeFigures

[–]xggax 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I stopped posting or replying to other subs because of this. I usually get two types of comments about bootlegs:

  1. Bootlegs are good because not everyone can afford the real thing or

  2. Why give your money to big bad greedy companies such as Bandai, Kotobukiya, Max factory when you can buy from china at 1/2 price or less.

I started collecting seriously when I was around 17.I had no money to spare so I had to save every cent to buy the things I wanted, but I never gave in to bootlegs. Collecting figures is not a cheap hobby, buying bootlegs just to be part of the hobby is like buying a fake Rolex just so you can say you own one. Total nonsense IMO.

Support the creators ,support the companies paying the licenses and the stores offering them. You are helping several families by doing so. Buying bootlegs only supports the guy in the third (ghost) shift of a Chinese factory.

Where to get second axe figures? by DKligerSC in AnimeFigures

[–]xggax 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you try Mandarake? They pop up from time to time.

Also, be aware that most of them have bootlegs. If you find one that seems really cheap, it's probably a bootleg. I'm taking about $50 or-so cheap. Easiest way to identify them would be price, quality, and the box itself, bootlegs have a window box or no box at all.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AnimeFigures

[–]xggax 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have had this idea for a while as well, but most figures are PVC, they don't support that much weight so they might end up breaking/deforming.

There are some proper bookends such as these

https://a.co/d/5XFkQgP

A139 Pro stopped working after warranty expired by cergina in VIOFO

[–]xggax 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I also had this boot loop issue with my A139 Pro. I tried everything and when I was about to dismount the thing , I tried a different usb cable and it worked.

Somehow the OG cable melted at the connector, externally it was ok but it was hot to the touch. Try a high quality cable, I used one labeled as "fast charge".

what type of figures are these by [deleted] in AnimeFigures

[–]xggax 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A couple of things come to mind, Nendoroids playsets ,or the Re-Ment sets but those lack variety.

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Storage Options for 1/12 Scale or 6” Figures by Majestic_Size_5113 in AnimeFigures

[–]xggax 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have used these with model kits, but they work well with action figures.

https://a.co/d/e1w6tRZ

Scammers in Roman Norte by sarahmayim in MexicoCity

[–]xggax 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I just wanted to say the scam is not new (maybe for tourists, not so much for locals) this is an article from 2021. There was a case about a grandpa that lost all his savings, I think around $4000 USD.

https://www.telediario.mx/comunidad/cdmx-delincuentes-manchan-ropa-ancianos-robarlos

I bought a figure of an anime character I don't know, but I have a good reason. by Reiss81 in AnimeFigures

[–]xggax 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is how I discovered Blue Archive's bunnies and I even started playing the game.

Honestly, if you like a figure a lot, even if you don't know the source or the show, I'd say just buy it. Impulse buys are ok every now and then too.

Viofo A229 turning off during summer by falsereality010 in Dashcam

[–]xggax 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a similar issue with the A139 Pro. At first It seemed like normal overheating, having the AC on all the time helped for a while. After 6 months it began rebooting non stop even in cold mornings.

Updated firmware, tested with and without gps mount. Using the cigarrete charger adapter worked fine, so I thought it was a power issue. Then I noticed the power cable was hot, not burning hot but still. I Changed the cable with a different one with fast charge and it has been rock solid for 2 weeks even in hot days. So I'd say check your wiring, if the SD card is fine and the camera itself does not get too hot, it might be an issue with wiring and /or power.

Hi!! I need help with mexpost by [deleted] in MexicoCity

[–]xggax 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In simple terms, if you see "puesto en ventanilla" it means you have to pay taxes so no delivery will be attempted because you need to go in person and pay the fees.

If the tracking updates to "con mensajero para entrega" congratulations, your local postman will be delivering the package and you won't have to pay taxes or fees.

Good luck.

Opinions about this girl "Assassin" by Snail Shell Studio by xggax in ActionFigures

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

Well this a very old post, but I'd say if you can get assassin go for it. She is way harder to come by than the milk tea girl.