Faust Posted July 1, 2016 Share Posted July 1, 2016 As a great fan of robots and mecha of all kinds, I really wish that there were good kits of Transformers as they appeared in robot mode. Not just little kits of the toys (which there were), but stylized replicas that didn’t transform and just looked cool standing there. Unfortunately, that’s not something that seems to be out there. However, the next best thing, of course, is making your own! Sometimes, I’ll come across a Gundam (or other) kit that is surprisingly similar to a Transformer, or some other robot, and I can have a blast re-purposing it and customizing it. That’s what happened when I came across the Gundam Tryon 3 from Build Fighters Try. I was not impressed with this goofy quasi-super robot. However, after some thought, I realized it would make a dandy model of G1 Predaking, and a great way to combine his toy and animation models! So, I set to work modifying the kit and created something completely one-of-a-kind. Check out my take on a model of G1 Predaking at the link below! There are lots more pictures there. Any and all feedback is appreciated! https://adamrehorn.wordpress.com/model-kits/mecha-robots/%EF%BB%BF-bandai-1144-predaking-from-gundam-tryon-3/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Don Posted July 1, 2016 Share Posted July 1, 2016 I'd love an affordable kit of my favorite Transformers: Decepticon Blackout http://img07.deviantart.net/67aa/i/2007/201/d/a/blackout_wallpaper_by_lordseacow.jpg Decepticon Long Haul (I like construction vehicles): http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/attachments/radicons-customs/27190060d1287070084-project-leader-class-long-haul-1.jpg Too bad somebody wouldn't produce models of Transformers characters. I mean there are SO MANY to choose from! Neat topic Cheers! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jay Chladek Posted July 1, 2016 Share Posted July 1, 2016 Wow, I really like the work you did Faust, especially the chest pack and the colorings. NICE!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Faust Posted July 1, 2016 Author Share Posted July 1, 2016 Thanks, guys! I'm glad everyone likes him! I agree, that figure models of Transformers would be awesome. The Bay-formers, especially, would lend themselves to all kinds of awesome aging, washes and metallization techniques! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
K5054NZ Posted July 20, 2016 Share Posted July 20, 2016 Awesome work Faust! I've scratched own-creation/fan-characters based on an old Airfix 1/72 Spitfire and the newer Aston Martin DBR9, it's great fun. I've never even contemplated a G1 character though. Just awesome! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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