Zombie Shakespeare Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Which one's the one where that other captain's ship got destroyed and then he takes command of the Enterprise while Kirk is stranded on the wrecked ship? That one might be cool to do, basically a battle-damaged Enterprise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macross-Junkie Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Which one's the one where that other captain's ship got destroyed and then he takes command of the Enterprise while Kirk is stranded on the wrecked ship? That one might be cool to do, basically a battle-damaged Enterprise. That would be the Constillation with Comodore Decker... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tones Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 don't forget that the bulk of it can be used for the Refit and 1701-A. new nacelles, deflector, bridge lid, Captains chair & decals will pretty much do it. and yes...i'll buy it (and so will you ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSTZach Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 (edited) It will not be out on Friday, that's just when retailers will start to offer it -- give it a month or two. And I don't believe we're making any more Constellation-class vessels after this. Edited August 14, 2013 by DSTZach Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeycrumb Posted August 14, 2013 Author Share Posted August 14, 2013 Wow. Especially when seeing the old 2007 Pike next to this new one, holy crap what an improvement! I really love that new collar piece (that debuted with TWOK Kirk). I also want to see the Away Team jacket, but not at $30 each. Man, I really hope this line continues! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karamazov80 Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 That man really seems to enjoy admiring and caressing his rod. Not that I blame him, it's quite impressive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paranoid Professional Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 I don't believe we're making any more Constellation-class vessels after this. I see what you did there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterPL Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 That man really seems to enjoy admiring and caressing his rod. Not that I blame him, it's quite impressive. The rod's seen better days. Looks a little burnt out but I'm sure Scotty will give it all he's got. I don't believe we're making any more Constellation-class vessels after this.I see what you did there! You're gonna have to clue me in. These are Constitution-class vessels, sooo...? don't forget that the bulk of it can be used for the Refit and 1701-A. new nacelles, deflector, bridge lid, Captains chair & decals will pretty much do it. and yes...i'll buy it (and so will you ) I'm pretty sure AA would start from scratch with a refit, all things considered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain_cbecker Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 I'm a little conflicted on this one... I always like new Trek mates.... but an seriously underwhelmed by the lack of originality of this offering - just another one-off variant. At least it's not another Kirk in the center seat.... or Spiderman for that matter. Likewise with the Bird of Prey announcement for the larger ship line. I would have liked something a little more original or a re-offering of the shuttlecraft. YAWN! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winkerbean Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 I just hope that with all these enterprises coming out & IF they don't sell well and are hanging around for ages its not used as an excuse for why we don't get a second wave of figures, of course if wave 1 is hanging around & not selling well thats a very good excuse for not getting a second wave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterPL Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 I just hope that with all these enterprises coming out & IF they don't sell well and are hanging around for ages its not used as an excuse for why we don't get a second wave of figures, of course if wave 1 is hanging around & not selling well thats a very good excuse for not getting a second wave Kinda like having the Star Wars license but only offering variants of Luke Skywalker for a year before deciding to move on to Han Solo? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSTZach Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 I meant Constitution. I actually wrote Enterprise first, then changed it quickly, and clearly without thinking. If we did another one, I'm sure the D would at least be in the running, but yes, poor sales would make that less than likely. And blame the variants if you like, but we needed to make all this new tooling cost out, and without TRU placing a big order, that meant more variants at specialty. Sorry if you think it's killin teh line, but it was this or nothing. And Series 1 is the best of all worlds. The only thing that could have done better (IMHO) would have been an entire wave of TOS uniforms, to more directly tie in to the film, and I doubt anyone here would have wanted that. But yes, poor sales of Series 1 - or simply a lack of interest from TRU - will likely affect Series 2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterPL Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 I'm more concerned about Hasbro's Fighter Pods (already on clearance for over a month) having a negative impact on the Trek brand at TRU. I'm pretty sure my store moved a LOT more Minimates than those things. I don't want DST sell-in to suffer because Hasbro went with those things instead of 3 3/4" figures. (Assuming they actually have that category.) And I for one don't mind the starship variants. I'm just not sure they need to be released so close together. I know TRU's lack of interest played a big part in trying to get a quick ROI but I would have preferred maybe one variant this year, then the refit and another TOS variant next year, and so forth. Spread 'em out while offering some new product to keep things fresh. Either way, I'm totally up for a Constellation with Decker if DST thinks it'll sell. Otherwise bring on the refit and all those lovely variants. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paranoid Professional Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 The only thing that could have done better (IMHO) would have been an entire wave of TOS uniforms, to more directly tie in to the film, and I doubt anyone here would have wanted that. OMG I would have loved a TOS uniform wave! I'm really hoping for a TOS EV suit at some point. Some more TOS aliens would be fantastic too! A Klingon, Romulan, Andorian, Talosian... maybe a Kirk's Women 5 pack! There are so many exciting possibilities! If we do get to the point where another Enterprise variant needs to be released... my vote would be for the Defiant with EV suit Kirk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSTZach Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 Star Trek is not really a property for kids, not anymore. I've debated on TrekToy about this, but my little brother bought Playmates figures back in the day, and the lack of a TV show today is really affecting who would be interested in Trek stuff. The new movies are fairly adult-oriented, as well. Trek fans are older now, and very detail-focused. The old Playmates stuff appealed to kids AND collectors, but now you REALLY need to appeal to collectors, and I don't know if Squinkies do that. Hopefully it's not the 2009 movie fiasco all over again. The Kre-O seems to be well-received? Too bad it's in another section... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterPL Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 Trek really needs a TV series. And if CBS doesn't want to step on the film unit's toes, they can distance themselves by making it animated. Back in 2006, CBS considered doing an animated web series. I say screw that and put it on Nickelodeon. After seeing what can be done with Avatar: That Last Airbender and now The Legend of Korra, I'd love to see an animated Trek series, especially if it brings in fresh blood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ape Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 So, where does one go to pre-order this Pike Enterprise? I thought yesterday was the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macross-Junkie Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 So, where does one go to pre-order this Pike Enterprise? I thought yesterday was the day. I was wondering the same thing, considering this is the Enterprise I've been waiting for???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSTZach Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Lukes Toy Store should have it up, or will fairly shortly. BBTS may have it up already. AFX? EE? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macross-Junkie Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Checked Luke's and BBTS and NOTHING! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterPL Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Maybe it's cloaked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zombie Shakespeare Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 It's up for preorder at Entertainment Earth: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=DC17878#desc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSTZach Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Or you can just go to your local comic shop. http://www.comicshoplocator.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paranoid Professional Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 The Pike-prise appears to have new bridge stickers, but no gooseneck viewer on the command chair. Should I be worried? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luke314pi Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Checked Luke's and BBTS and NOTHING! We will have it up by Tuesday evening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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