Figures My Marauder Task Force Universe

ponygt · 06-05-2022, 09:34 PM

Oh man! Great stuff!! Everything here has the dial cranked to insane!!

Keep it up buddy!

paokole · 06-07-2022, 10:40 AM

I've been away for a minute. Bro these are some really wicked customs of really bad ass female characters!! I enjoyed very much reading the stories and loved the metamorphosis or I should say transition of Ayumi from a metal girl band member to the new incarnation of the Demon God!! The head is flawless and just thinking how here lovely face turned this way I get goosebumps! Really like the simplicity of the built and color scheme that complement the face nicely.

I really dig how you tied Yakuza Princess and her union with KIKU using their alliance with other desperate female survivors to stop the Shutendoji Cult from ruining Japan and the world! These awesome pretty yet lethal female characters determined to save what's left of humanity. Yakuza is quite imposing here and probably one of my favorites!

Being Greek (I'd personally address her dad as DIAS not ZEUS

) and a huge fun of the Dreadnoks and those Xmas Elf BFS pants, I have to say you've nailed the look for Artemis. The head you got off eBay is just beautiful and resemble of course an Eastern European/ Russian face. Spot on Zanya homage custom!

Again, the mere proposition that MISA is joining in the fight along KIKU, the YAKUZA PRINCESS, CRAZY MAKI, & their band of misfit girls to save the world against SHUTENDOJI is a winning one! Her next mission is well defined and the build and accessories are finely justified as I can clearly "see" where her place is in that fight and how she'll be using black magic in order to enact chaotic justice on that psychotic demon! It's quite evident how you've carefully planned and then executed this one given that you've found the character to be an intriguing one in all of her various incarnations. Really nice work!

I'm crazy for CRAZY MAKI! Such a simple but effective build that leaves a good amount to the imagination in terms of what she's capable of in the fight against the demon. I don't blame her for not changing into a different outfit as that's how she spreads fear in the eyes of the enemy.

Fantastic work my bro, your background stories are fascinating and a perfect form of introduction for all your figures. Keep them coming!!

AxonRey · 06-07-2022, 03:44 PM

Awesome. These are all super crisp and it's cool to see you continue to dive into some of your non-GI Joe interests. Your part applications are always creative and spot on.

Steel Brigade · 06-08-2022, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ponygt

Oh man! Great stuff!! Everything here has the dial cranked to insane!!

Keep it up buddy!

Thanks a lot man! I want to keep you coming back for more! Thanks for always being so cool!

Quote:

Originally Posted by paokole

I've been away for a minute. Bro these are some really wicked customs of really bad ass female characters!! I enjoyed very much reading the stories and loved the metamorphosis or I should say transition of Ayumi from a metal girl band member to the new incarnation of the Demon God!! The head is flawless and just thinking how her lovely face turned this way I get goosebumps! Really like the simplicity of the built and color scheme that complement the face nicely.
I really dig how you tied Yakuza Princess and her union with KIKU using their alliance with other desperate female survivors to stop the Shutendoji Cult from ruining Japan and the world! These awesome pretty yet lethal female characters determined to save what's left of humanity. Yakuza is quite imposing here and probably one of my favorites!
Being Greek (I'd personally address her dad as DIAS not ZEUS

) and a huge fun of the Dreadnoks and those Xmas Elf BFS pants, I have to say you've nailed the look for Artemis. The head you got off eBay is just beautiful and resemble of course an Eastern European/ Russian face. Spot on Zanya homage custom!
Again, the mere proposition that MISA is joining in the fight along KIKU, the YAKUZA PRINCESS, CRAZY MAKI, & their band of misfit girls to save the world against SHUTENDOJI is a winning one! Her next mission is well defined and the build and accessories are finely justified as I can clearly "see" where her place is in that fight and how she'll be using black magic in order to enact chaotic justice on that psychotic demon! It's quite evident how you've carefully planned and then executed this one given that you've found the character to be an intriguing one in all of her various incarnations. Really nice work!
I'm crazy for CRAZY MAKI! Such a simple but effective build that leaves a good amount to the imagination in terms of what she's capable of in the fight against the demon. I don't blame her for not changing into a different outfit as that's how she spreads fear in the eyes of the enemy.
Fantastic work my bro, your background stories are fascinating and a perfect form of introduction for all your figures. Keep them coming!!

Welcome back bro! As always, thanks for your thoughtful review! Kudos to you for enjoying both the figures & the fiction! I really do appreciate that you dive into the lore! The Yakuza Princess is one of my favorites too, her head is one of the best I have in my MTF Universe collection, it's really beautiful!

I keep forgetting that you are from Greece! As I consider you a Hiss Tank buddy & neighbor instead of across the ocean from me! lol! XD But I liked your tidbit about Dias. I use Zeus because of the "Z" (Zartan) & it's more prevalent naming convention in Western media. I don't know where that Artemis/Zanya head originates from, but I thought it looked very Eastern European as well. She's a show stopper on the shelf lol.

When building Misa Kuroi, she has quite a few different looks over the many media interpretations, that could even be further explored by me (later in time) as she wears different outfits at times for different missions, (like a red cloak, or a nurse outfit-disguise), but I wanted to go for her most iconic look, as a type of "ultimate Misa" homage! ;-)

You gonna make a Crazy Maki bro?

More to come good buddy... thanks again! I really appreciate it!

Quote:

Originally Posted by AxonRey

Awesome. These are all super crisp and it's cool to see you continue to dive into some of your non-GI Joe interests. Your part applications are always creative and spot on.

Wow! Big thanks boss! I'm glad you like my more obscure catalog builds! I always really appreciate hearing from you (who has some of the most creative offerings on this forum) in this very thread! Thanks again!

Dreadnok4life · 06-08-2022, 09:44 PM

Your work on these characters is amazing!!!

Steel Brigade · 06-10-2022, 07:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dreadnok4life

Your work on these characters is amazing!!!

Wow! Thanks for the kind words man!

Hit & Run · 06-13-2022, 10:21 AM

Oh wow, I don?t know if Shutendoji?s head is better or the backstory! Fantastic build as always, killer job discovering that head and as I said, her backstory.....wow! Haha, love it!

The Yakuza Princess is super cool! Love that jacket, really gives her a unique look. Then fun to see the inspiration pics that you drew from to put her together. Another great head choice and that sword is badass with the blood splatter. Really cool how many unique heads you are finding for this group.

Artemis has a killer build and a killer backstory! That really is a great head for a Zanya, but that build, love it! You really accessorized that body well and I can?t get over those bits around the ankles to turn her sneakers into cool looking boots. Definitely always finding little new tricks with your parts, so much fun to see.

Wow, Misa looks just like the inspiration characters! Super cool build with her. Then I love the backstory and the spell book to drive it home! I always love their books but haven?t found a custom use for one of the ones that I have so again, fantastic job always being so creative in finding uses in your storyline for all of the various parts across all of the boss fight lines. That?s one of my favorite things about hopping in this thread.

And saving the best for last! Oh wow, Crazy Maki?s backstory.....and reasoning for refusing to ditch the hospital gown....while brandishing a bright yellow crow bar! Haha, yes across the board! Again, I got that Boss Fight advent calendar as well and have had trouble finding uses for a lot of the parts, really just used the police parts for my Jill custom......so just a fantastic job blending all of this into your absolutely insane storyline and characters! Haha. So much fun to follow your process and customs!

Can?t wait for the next batch of recruits!

zpartikuz · 06-13-2022, 09:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steel Brigade

NEW RECRUITS: GIRLS, GIRLS, GIRLS!!!!!

#331/X125. SHUTENDOJI
SHUTENDOJI CULT
Origin: Japan
Formerly known as AYUMI
Shinjuku Demon Parade

Badass! This headsculpt looks amazing!

Steel Brigade · 06-17-2022, 06:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hit & Run

Oh wow, I don?t know if Shutendoji?s head is better or the backstory! Fantastic build as always, killer job discovering that head and as I said, her backstory.....wow! Haha, love it!
The Yakuza Princess is super cool! Love that jacket, really gives her a unique look. Then fun to see the inspiration pics that you drew from to put her together. Another great head choice and that sword is badass with the blood splatter. Really cool how many unique heads you are finding for this group.
Artemis has a killer build and a killer backstory! That really is a great head for a Zanya, but that build, love it! You really accessorized that body well and I can?t get over those bits around the ankles to turn her sneakers into cool looking boots. Definitely always finding little new tricks with your parts, so much fun to see.
Wow, Misa looks just like the inspiration characters! Super cool build with her. Then I love the backstory and the spell book to drive it home! I always love their books but haven?t found a custom use for one of the ones that I have so again, fantastic job always being so creative in finding uses in your storyline for all of the various parts across all of the boss fight lines. That?s one of my favorite things about hopping in this thread.
And saving the best for last! Oh wow, Crazy Maki?s backstory.....and reasoning for refusing to ditch the hospital gown....while brandishing a bright yellow crow bar! Haha, yes across the board! Again, I got that Boss Fight advent calendar as well and have had trouble finding uses for a lot of the parts, really just used the police parts for my Jill custom......so just a fantastic job blending all of this into your absolutely insane storyline and characters! Haha. So much fun to follow your process and customs!

Can?t wait for the next batch of recruits!

HEY bro! Thanks for stopping in! The kind words & thorough review are always super appreciated! It's funny how much I went back & forth on the Shutendoji character... first there was the consideration of making the Cult Leader the actual reincarnation, then there was 2 heads I considered (including this one, for being cult followers)... before I realized why not make the Shutendoji character female in this incarnation, by topping her off with this amazing head! XD In the end I was so pleased in making this original take on the character, as I think she made for a great surprise for readers of this thread! XD

As I mentioned the Yakuza Princess also went through some head considerations, (& skirt considerations,) before I landed on this final version that I absolutely love... it really looks like an accurate homage (from films & cosplay) & the head is an absolute shelf-stopper lol!
The custom painted heads really do help further inspire & complete the direction on many of these recent drops!

Artemis/Zanya's boots are from the BF skeleton work boots! I loved that Boss Fight had a spell book that worked for Misa, I was like OMG when I saw it, that's perfect! lol! I'm so glad you like Crazy Maki, she proved to be one of the most popular this round on social media, & she was a long time coming! I am always happy to inspire, & since you already have the gown, you could always add a Hit & Run "Crazy Maki" to your collection! XD

*Good news, the next batch of New Recruits will drop on 4th Of July weekend!!!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by zpartikuz

Badass! This headsculpt looks amazing!

Thanks man! Glad you like her!

.

06-07-2022, 10:40 AM	#1412
paokole Toastmaster Joe Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: In the fertile Eurotas valley of Laconia Posts: 1,284	I've been away for a minute. Bro these are some really wicked customs of really bad ass female characters!! I enjoyed very much reading the stories and loved the metamorphosis or I should say transition of Ayumi from a metal girl band member to the new incarnation of the Demon God!! The head is flawless and just thinking how here lovely face turned this way I get goosebumps! Really like the simplicity of the built and color scheme that complement the face nicely. I really dig how you tied Yakuza Princess and her union with KIKU using their alliance with other desperate female survivors to stop the Shutendoji Cult from ruining Japan and the world! These awesome pretty yet lethal female characters determined to save what's left of humanity. Yakuza is quite imposing here and probably one of my favorites! Being Greek (I'd personally address her dad as DIAS not ZEUS) and a huge fun of the Dreadnoks and those Xmas Elf BFS pants, I have to say you've nailed the look for Artemis. The head you got off eBay is just beautiful and resemble of course an Eastern European/ Russian face. Spot on Zanya homage custom! Again, the mere proposition that MISA is joining in the fight along KIKU, the YAKUZA PRINCESS, CRAZY MAKI, & their band of misfit girls to save the world against SHUTENDOJI is a winning one! Her next mission is well defined and the build and accessories are finely justified as I can clearly "see" where her place is in that fight and how she'll be using black magic in order to enact chaotic justice on that psychotic demon! It's quite evident how you've carefully planned and then executed this one given that you've found the character to be an intriguing one in all of her various incarnations. Really nice work! I'm crazy for CRAZY MAKI! Such a simple but effective build that leaves a good amount to the imagination in terms of what she's capable of in the fight against the demon. I don't blame her for not changing into a different outfit as that's how she spreads fear in the eyes of the enemy. Fantastic work my bro, your background stories are fascinating and a perfect form of introduction for all your figures. Keep them coming!!

06-07-2022, 03:44 PM	#1413
AxonRey Fist of Khonshu Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Field of Reeds Posts: 9,122	Awesome. These are all super crisp and it's cool to see you continue to dive into some of your non-GI Joe interests. Your part applications are always creative and spot on. __________________ AxonRey’s Servicable Customs (perpetually under construction): http://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-jo...masterhub.html Customizer’s Water Cooler (All Purpose Custom Talk): http://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-jo...ml#post5316347 BST: https://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-j...rey-b-s-t.html

06-08-2022, 04:25 PM	#1414
Steel Brigade Knuckle Massage! Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: CT sometimes Tokyo Posts: 7,248	Quote: Originally Posted by ponygt Oh man! Great stuff!! Everything here has the dial cranked to insane!! Keep it up buddy! Thanks a lot man! I want to keep you coming back for more! Thanks for always being so cool! Quote: Originally Posted by paokole I've been away for a minute. Bro these are some really wicked customs of really bad ass female characters!! I enjoyed very much reading the stories and loved the metamorphosis or I should say transition of Ayumi from a metal girl band member to the new incarnation of the Demon God!! The head is flawless and just thinking how her lovely face turned this way I get goosebumps! Really like the simplicity of the built and color scheme that complement the face nicely. I really dig how you tied Yakuza Princess and her union with KIKU using their alliance with other desperate female survivors to stop the Shutendoji Cult from ruining Japan and the world! These awesome pretty yet lethal female characters determined to save what's left of humanity. Yakuza is quite imposing here and probably one of my favorites! Being Greek (I'd personally address her dad as DIAS not ZEUS) and a huge fun of the Dreadnoks and those Xmas Elf BFS pants, I have to say you've nailed the look for Artemis. The head you got off eBay is just beautiful and resemble of course an Eastern European/ Russian face. Spot on Zanya homage custom! Again, the mere proposition that MISA is joining in the fight along KIKU, the YAKUZA PRINCESS, CRAZY MAKI, & their band of misfit girls to save the world against SHUTENDOJI is a winning one! Her next mission is well defined and the build and accessories are finely justified as I can clearly "see" where her place is in that fight and how she'll be using black magic in order to enact chaotic justice on that psychotic demon! It's quite evident how you've carefully planned and then executed this one given that you've found the character to be an intriguing one in all of her various incarnations. Really nice work! I'm crazy for CRAZY MAKI! Such a simple but effective build that leaves a good amount to the imagination in terms of what she's capable of in the fight against the demon. I don't blame her for not changing into a different outfit as that's how she spreads fear in the eyes of the enemy. Fantastic work my bro, your background stories are fascinating and a perfect form of introduction for all your figures. Keep them coming!! Welcome back bro! As always, thanks for your thoughtful review! Kudos to you for enjoying both the figures & the fiction! I really do appreciate that you dive into the lore! The Yakuza Princess is one of my favorites too, her head is one of the best I have in my MTF Universe collection, it's really beautiful! I keep forgetting that you are from Greece! As I consider you a Hiss Tank buddy & neighbor instead of across the ocean from me! lol! XD But I liked your tidbit about Dias. I use Zeus because of the "Z" (Zartan) & it's more prevalent naming convention in Western media. I don't know where that Artemis/Zanya head originates from, but I thought it looked very Eastern European as well. She's a show stopper on the shelf lol. When building Misa Kuroi, she has quite a few different looks over the many media interpretations, that could even be further explored by me (later in time) as she wears different outfits at times for different missions, (like a red cloak, or a nurse outfit-disguise), but I wanted to go for her most iconic look, as a type of "ultimate Misa" homage! ;-) You gonna make a Crazy Maki bro? More to come good buddy... thanks again! I really appreciate it! Quote: Originally Posted by AxonRey Awesome. These are all super crisp and it's cool to see you continue to dive into some of your non-GI Joe interests. Your part applications are always creative and spot on. Wow! Big thanks boss! I'm glad you like my more obscure catalog builds! I always really appreciate hearing from you (who has some of the most creative offerings on this forum) in this very thread! Thanks again! Last edited by Steel Brigade; 06-09-2022 at 06:47 PM..

06-13-2022, 10:21 AM	#1417
Hit & Run ORZO Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: PA Posts: 1,974	Oh wow, I don?t know if Shutendoji?s head is better or the backstory! Fantastic build as always, killer job discovering that head and as I said, her backstory.....wow! Haha, love it! The Yakuza Princess is super cool! Love that jacket, really gives her a unique look. Then fun to see the inspiration pics that you drew from to put her together. Another great head choice and that sword is badass with the blood splatter. Really cool how many unique heads you are finding for this group. Artemis has a killer build and a killer backstory! That really is a great head for a Zanya, but that build, love it! You really accessorized that body well and I can?t get over those bits around the ankles to turn her sneakers into cool looking boots. Definitely always finding little new tricks with your parts, so much fun to see. Wow, Misa looks just like the inspiration characters! Super cool build with her. Then I love the backstory and the spell book to drive it home! I always love their books but haven?t found a custom use for one of the ones that I have so again, fantastic job always being so creative in finding uses in your storyline for all of the various parts across all of the boss fight lines. That?s one of my favorite things about hopping in this thread. And saving the best for last! Oh wow, Crazy Maki?s backstory.....and reasoning for refusing to ditch the hospital gown....while brandishing a bright yellow crow bar! Haha, yes across the board! Again, I got that Boss Fight advent calendar as well and have had trouble finding uses for a lot of the parts, really just used the police parts for my Jill custom......so just a fantastic job blending all of this into your absolutely insane storyline and characters! Haha. So much fun to follow your process and customs! Can?t wait for the next batch of recruits! __________________ Orzo’s Custom Thread (GUIDE in 1st Post): http://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-jo...kitbashes.html Orzo’s Toy Photography & Appreciation Thread (GUIDE in 1st Post): https://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-j...ml#post5391654 Orzo’s Dio-Stories & Comics (TOC in 1st Post): https://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-j...ml#post5347693

06-13-2022, 09:13 PM	#1418
zpartikuz Crimson Guard Join Date: May 2009 Location: Three Stars and a Sun Posts: 1,846	Quote: Originally Posted by Steel Brigade NEW RECRUITS: GIRLS, GIRLS, GIRLS!!!!! #331/X125. SHUTENDOJI SHUTENDOJI CULT Origin: Japan Formerly known as AYUMI Shinjuku Demon Parade Badass! This headsculpt looks amazing! __________________ Have(s): SDCC WWII Capt America SDCC Thor SDCC Spiderman Feedback: http://www.hisstank.com/forum/buy-se...-feedback.html Trade List: http://www.hisstank.com/forum/g-i-jo...ghter-usa.html Instagram https://www.instagram.com/0m3customs/

06-08-2022, 09:44 PM	#1415
Dreadnok4life Iron Grenadier Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Grand Forks, North Dakota Posts: 661	Your work on these characters is amazing!!!

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