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08-12-2016, 11:50 AM | #1621 |
I.O. SpecOps
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Hey “814 Valtaskers!”
Hope your summer is going well! Your “Gun-Runners” spent several weeks at the factory in China reviewing the MTF Valkyries project. 15 hour plane flights and 98 degree temperatures with 90% humidity…JOY was had by all! When not dealing with weather, unique food and cultural & language differences; we spent all of our time working on the project. We reviewed EVERY part, EVERY feature and EVERY version. Our driving goal was and is for the figures & accessories to not only meet your expectations, but possibly surpass them! Here are images of some of the production samples. We hope you agree that the head sculpts, new accessories and paint decos are looking pretty good! Again, SEVERAL changes were made on the items in the images and final versions might vary slightly from those shown (lip color missing, incorrect colors, several color versions NOT shown, etc). There are several color changes, corrections and adjustments being made to the items shown, so please don’t get concerned if something isn’t an exact match to a previously mentioned and/or shown item...THESE ARE NOT FINAL. We had to make a huge number of paint/deco adjustments, change the hardness/softness on many of the items and correct the fit/function on several body parts & accessories. The good news is the vast majority of the parts & working features were correct. The bad news is some of the seemingly relatively minor issues with “fit/function” require NEW production tools. These new tools take some time to complete & test. Couple the new tool need with the factory requirement that the massive order be split into 2 (TWO) separate production runs and our revised end of August ship is now not possible. We are so sorry about the delay and AGGRESSIVELY pursued every option to avoid disappointing our supporters, but there is no other choice. A temporary inconvenience for a long term gain is the only answer in this situation. We don’t have a definite avail date, but we’re working to get everything complete & shipped out as soon as possible. As we get updated production info, we will let you know the revised shipping timeline. Rest assured, we will add some NEW “bonus” items (NEW items NOT available in the Kickstarter event) to every MTF Valkyries Kickstarter order to help make amends for unforeseen delay. Thanks again for your support and we are quietly optimistic that you will really like the new Val items. MJ & the entire MGR Team
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08-12-2016, 02:29 PM | #1622 |
A Makeupless Clown
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I hope MJ had the foresight to order a bunch of those bare hands and arms for all the people like me who will be replacing their Joe and MU figures' appendages when these come out.
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08-12-2016, 03:23 PM | #1623 |
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Marauder posted this on Facebook and Email:
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Hey Folks!
Here are images of some of the MTF Valkyries production samples. We hope you agree that the head sculpts, new accessories and paint decos are looking pretty good! Again, SEVERAL changes were made on the items in the images and final versions might vary slightly from those shown (lip color missing, incorrect colors, several color versions NOT shown, etc)...THESE ARE NOT FINAL. Will post more images soon and revised avail dates as we get the info. If you are at this weekend's NJCC show, please stop by and see them in person! Will ALSO have some NEW pre-production special MTF VALKYRIES accessories for our supporters that visit us at the show! We had to make a huge number of paint/deco adjustments, change the hardness/softness on many of the items and correct the fit/function on several body parts & accessories. The good news is the vast majority of the parts & working features were correct. The bad news is some of the seemingly relatively minor issues with “fit/function” require NEW production tools. These new tools take some time to complete & test. Couple the new tool need with the factory requirement that the massive order be split into 2 (TWO) separate production runs and our revised end of August ship is now not possible. We are so sorry about the delay and AGGRESSIVELY pursued every option to avoid disappointing our supporters, but there is no other choice. A temporary inconvenience for a long term gain is the only answer in this situation. We don’t have a definite avail date, but we’re working to get everything complete & shipped out as soon as possible. As we get updated production info, we will let you know the revised shipping timeline. Rest assured, we will add some NEW “bonus” items (NEW items NOT available in the Kickstarter event) to every MTF Valkyries Kickstarter order to help make amends for unforeseen delay. Thanks again for your support and we are quietly optimistic that you will really like the new Val items. MJ & the entire MGR Team Thanks again! MJ |
08-12-2016, 04:11 PM | #1624 |
Crimson Guard
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Las Vegas
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Man, I cannot wait to get these in hand for myself! I understand these are off the assembly line samples but they are still awesome. You will have the ability to leave your figures as is or make that custom Resolute Lady Jaye or a modern P.O.C type Scarlett for example. Thank you Marauders for an awesome job & showing us some samples! I cannot wait to see what else you have in store down the road. I am a believer in your product.
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08-12-2016, 05:21 PM | #1625 |
Retired Toy Hunter
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Burbank, Ca.
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Hey “814 Valtaskers!”
Hope your summer is going well! Your “Gun-Runners” spent several weeks at the factory in China reviewing the MTF Valkyries project. 15 hour plane flights and 98 degree temperatures with 90% humidity…JOY was had by all! When not dealing with weather, unique food and cultural & language differences; we spent all of our time working on the project. We reviewed EVERY part, EVERY feature and EVERY version. Our driving goal was and is for the figures & accessories to not only meet your expectations, but possibly surpass them! Here are images of some of the production samples. We hope you agree that the head sculpts, new accessories and paint decos are looking pretty good! Again, SEVERAL changes were made on the items in the images and final versions might vary slightly from those shown (lip color missing, incorrect colors, several color versions NOT shown, etc). There are several color changes, corrections and adjustments being made to the items shown, so please don’t get concerned if something isn’t an exact match to a previously mentioned and/or shown item...THESE ARE NOT FINAL. We had to make a huge number of paint/deco adjustments, change the hardness/softness on many of the items and correct the fit/function on several body parts & accessories. The good news is the vast majority of the parts & working features were correct. The bad news is some of the seemingly relatively minor issues with “fit/function” require NEW production tools. These new tools take some time to complete & test. Couple the new tool need with the factory requirement that the massive order be split into 2 (TWO) separate production runs and our revised end of August ship is now not possible. We are so sorry about the delay and AGGRESSIVELY pursued every option to avoid disappointing our supporters, but there is no other choice. A temporary inconvenience for a long term gain is the only answer in this situation. We don’t have a definite avail date, but we’re working to get everything complete & shipped out as soon as possible. As we get updated production info, we will let you know the revised shipping timeline. Rest assured, we will add some NEW “bonus” items (NEW items NOT available in the Kickstarter event) to every MTF Valkyries Kickstarter order to help make amends for unforeseen delay. Thanks again for your support and we are quietly optimistic that you will really like the new Val items. MJ & the entire MGR TeamInfo like this is why MGR will get one of my paychecks when the Valkyries are available. When was the last GIJCC or Hasbro actually went to China to oversee quality control like MGR is doing? This is a delay I can handle if we end up with 110% quality product.
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08-12-2016, 05:27 PM | #1626 |
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Hey “814 Valtaskers!”
Hope your summer is going well! Your “Gun-Runners” spent several weeks at the factory in China reviewing the MTF Valkyries project. 15 hour plane flights and 98 degree temperatures with 90% humidity…JOY was had by all! When not dealing with weather, unique food and cultural & language differences; we spent all of our time working on the project. We reviewed EVERY part, EVERY feature and EVERY version. Our driving goal was and is for the figures & accessories to not only meet your expectations, but possibly surpass them! Here are images of some of the production samples. We hope you agree that the head sculpts, new accessories and paint decos are looking pretty good! Again, SEVERAL changes were made on the items in the images and final versions might vary slightly from those shown (lip color missing, incorrect colors, several color versions NOT shown, etc). There are several color changes, corrections and adjustments being made to the items shown, so please don’t get concerned if something isn’t an exact match to a previously mentioned and/or shown item...THESE ARE NOT FINAL. We had to make a huge number of paint/deco adjustments, change the hardness/softness on many of the items and correct the fit/function on several body parts & accessories. The good news is the vast majority of the parts & working features were correct. The bad news is some of the seemingly relatively minor issues with “fit/function” require NEW production tools. These new tools take some time to complete & test. Couple the new tool need with the factory requirement that the massive order be split into 2 (TWO) separate production runs and our revised end of August ship is now not possible. We are so sorry about the delay and AGGRESSIVELY pursued every option to avoid disappointing our supporters, but there is no other choice. A temporary inconvenience for a long term gain is the only answer in this situation. We don’t have a definite avail date, but we’re working to get everything complete & shipped out as soon as possible. As we get updated production info, we will let you know the revised shipping timeline. Rest assured, we will add some NEW “bonus” items (NEW items NOT available in the Kickstarter event) to every MTF Valkyries Kickstarter order to help make amends for unforeseen delay. Thanks again for your support and we are quietly optimistic that you will really like the new Val items. MJ & the entire MGR Team Info like this is why MGR will get one of my paychecks when the Valkyries are available. When was the last GIJCC or Hasbro actually went to China to oversee quality control like MGR is doing? This is a delay I can handle if we end up with 110% quality product. |
08-12-2016, 05:43 PM | #1627 |
Gunslinger
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Still waiting for the store to get Red and White figures so I can add some females to my Crimson Guard and Snow Serpent Rosters. I may need something in Gray and Red for some Lady Eels.
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08-12-2016, 05:51 PM | #1628 |
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I can't wait to get my shipment. The gunner looks awesome!
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08-12-2016, 05:54 PM | #1629 |
Cobra Soldier
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Was the Gunner always in camo gear? Or is there gonna be several different versions of him?
Anyway, regardless I cant wait! The delay just adds on more anticipation! haha. I love Marauder and everything they are doing right now! The Valkyries look incredible and can't wait to get my hands on them... |
08-12-2016, 08:28 PM | #1630 |
I.O. SpecOps
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Was the Gunner always in camo gear? Or is there gonna be several different versions of him?
Anyway, regardless I cant wait! The delay just adds on more anticipation! haha. I love Marauder and everything they are doing right now! The Valkyries look incredible and can't wait to get my hands on them...
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