youbastards Posted May 21, 2013 Share Posted May 21, 2013 Yeah, all we need is a convention exclusive with the remaining characters, throw Ardath Bey in there and it would be the perfect way to close out the line. Boyd made a very kick-@SS Ardath Bey: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystery Man Posted May 22, 2013 Share Posted May 22, 2013 That Ardeth Bey. I swear, every time I see that custom of Boyd's I want to start cutting on myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobsterman Posted May 22, 2013 Share Posted May 22, 2013 Yeah, all we need is a convention exclusive with the remaining characters, throw Ardath Bey in there and it would be the perfect way to close out the line. I would like to sign your petition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystery Man Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 Anybody got any spare b&w Frank/Dracs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turtle Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 (edited) I'm going to try to hit up a TRU today, MM. I'll check the UM 'mates for ya. Edit: no b&w 'mates. Edited May 26, 2013 by Turtle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystery Man Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 Thanks anyway, Turtle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystery Man Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 So I've been making changes on the existing figures. A cape-less Dracula, using Herman Munster parts on Frankenstein's Monster, dremelling Quasimodo for a shorter stature and giving the Bride of Frankenstein a different skirted look for more articulation. I've even got a neat "all clear" Invisible Man (wearing only sunglasses).Yet, I'm still trying to think of a way to put together a bandaged head without the use of sculpty. I'm no good with that stuff. Any ideas from anybody? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterPL Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Pin striping? Probably too glossy for bandages. What about white artist's tape or masking tape? You could cut it into thinner strips and wrap away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zak Katz Posted June 6, 2013 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Pictures please! I always wanted to dremel my Wolverines, there all crouching Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystery Man Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 (edited) I've thought about some kinda tape before, perhaps electrical, but have to wonder how it'd take gloss coating... or how long it'd hold up. Y'see, I like to pose and play with my 'mates. I'll try to get some pictures tomorrow when it's lighter again outside. I find all my best pictures are done outside in natural light. So they won't be spooky, but at least they'll be clear to see. Re: dremel-use for shortness. It works great on Quas, as his bulky chest piece covers over the torso. That'd be tough on a character whose painted torso details you could see, like Wolverine, though. However, you could always use the other method I used... which was to dremel the bottom of the legs where the foot-peg holes go. If you go to a specific shortness, you'll also have to trim the foot peg so it'll go into the leg hole, though. The tip, regardless, is to take off a little at a time and see how you like that before taking off any more. You can't put it back! Edited June 7, 2013 by Mystery Man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trekker 42 Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 I've thought about some kinda tape before, perhaps electrical, but have to wonder how it'd take gloss coating... or how long it'd hold up. Y'see, I like to pose and play with my 'mates. I'll try to get some pictures tomorrow when it's lighter again outside. I find all my best pictures are done outside in natural light. So they won't be spooky, but at least they'll be clear to see. Re: dremel-use for shortness. It works great on Quas, as his bulky chest piece covers over the torso. That'd be tough on a character whose painted torso details you could see, like Wolverine, though. However, you could always use the other method I used... which was to dremel the bottom of the legs where the foot-peg holes go. If you go to a specific shortness, you'll also have to trim the foot peg so it'll go into the leg hole, though. The tip, regardless, is to take off a little at a time and see how you like that before taking off any more. You can't put it back! Take an extra Spider-Man full head mask and cover that in tape. Should hold up better than trying to make a sculpted mask out of just tape and the look wouldn't be too bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystery Man Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Well, I'd intended to use an existing head or full-head-mask rather than just trying to wrap one in circles. Just wondering what type of tape would be best. What has the least fabric? Electrical? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zak Katz Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 I thought about dremeling the legs 80 I didn't even think about doing it to the torso Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterPL Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 The reason I recommended artist tape is because it's thin, it's paper, and it's textured (like masking tape). It's also easily removable for repositioning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TENIME_art Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Pictures please! I always wanted to dremel my Wolverines, they're all crouching I thought about dremeling the legs 80 I didn't even think about doing it to the torso I am very confused right now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystery Man Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 The reason I recommended artist tape is because it's thin, it's paper, and it's textured (like masking tape). It's also easily removable for repositioning. I'll have to see if it's available locally. Otherwise, it's online purchase time for me. Thanks a heap! It'd also make putting those damned sunglasses on the head easier. Getting them to glue accordingly to the blank translucent head I worked up was a bee-yotch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zak Katz Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Pictures please! I always wanted to dremel my Wolverines, they're all crouching I thought about dremeling the legs 80 I didn't even think about doing it to the torso I am very confused right now... smh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystery Man Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Pictures of alternate looks/changes found at the link below! http://www.minimatemultiverse.com/index.php?showtopic=9802&p=275671 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cappy Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 Well, I'd intended to use an existing head or full-head-mask rather than just trying to wrap one in circles. Just wondering what type of tape would be best. What has the least fabric? Electrical? Whatever you do, do NOT use electrical tape. The glue on such is too soft and will squish out over time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystery Man Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 Thanks for the tip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystery Man Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Minor custom update for Invisible Man: http://www.minimatemultiverse.com/index.php?showtopic=9802&p=276141 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Hill Posted June 14, 2013 Share Posted June 14, 2013 (edited) I'm sad to hear that this line is "on hold" by DST. I did a Phantom and Invisible Man a couple years back, as I had a feeling this line wouldn't get to them. Here are the recipes for mine, hopefully it helps you to make your own: Here's my Invisible Man: His trenchcoat is a Larry Talbot suit top with a skirt on the bottom, with a little sculpy to make the fold and waist part. The base head is Iceman, then I got a slipover mask (probably Spider-Man) and wrapped it with medical tape that I got from work. Painted it to look more like cloth wraps. His glasses are from the original Bruce Banner. Also good news, it seems DST will be releasing a robe/trenchcoat that may work perfect: The Phantom is a little simpler. His coat is a modified Series 3 Jean Grey Trench Coat to be shaped like a suit jacket with tails. I printed out a graphic for his undershirt, vest, and bow. His head is modified Janosz figure from the Ghostbuster's line: /POTO_lowervestbelt.jpg.html'> I also made a Mummy (at that time I wasn't sure if DST would release one). He is mostly wraps that are painted, and a graphic head. GROUP SHOT: *Thanks to DST & Minimate Database for the images! Edited June 14, 2013 by Joe Hill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UK Collector Posted June 15, 2013 Share Posted June 15, 2013 I've seen your Phantom before, but he is bloody scary....which is probably the biggest compliment I can give you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zak Katz Posted June 15, 2013 Share Posted June 15, 2013 Cool customs Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mystery Man Posted June 15, 2013 Share Posted June 15, 2013 (edited) Wish that I had the means to replicate that Phantom and Invisible Man. Still, that Thief of Thieves trench coat will hopefully work nicely with the clear head I've put together. Edited June 15, 2013 by Mystery Man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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