PREVIEW : BUFFY PREMIUM FORMAT

[pitchin]

http://fana-collec.forumactif.com/ftopic844.Exclu-Fana-Collec-Preview-Buffy-Premium-Format-Figure.htm

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y22/joyana/buffy.jpg

[Shai Hulud]

Well..no more surprise for toyfair..those french are great !!!

[Blake]

I feel a little weird saying this, but...she looks pretty hot. :huh

[FrankenFan]

Looks like a Season 1 Buffy! Show me the mini and boots!

Let there be Woo! And Hoo!

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/bffy_pf.gif

[pitchin]

Surely SMG didn't have THAT much cleavage?? :D :D

[Blake]

Surely SMG didn't have THAT much cleavage?? :D :D

The new Sideshow bra lifts and separates.

[FrankenFan]

Another sign it's a Season 1 Busty, err... Buffy!

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/anyk_bnnr.jpg

[BDboystoys]

WOOOOOO HOOO!!!!!!!:D :D :D :banana :banana :banana :joy :joy

[prophecygirl]

Wow, check out that likeness! :banana

There is no way on earth I'm going to be able to afford this.. how much are PF's usually?

[wicket87]

Hell yah! Can't wait to see more pictures.

[FrankenFan]

...how much are PF's usually?
They are usually start around $250: Sideshow PFs (http://www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?category=18_figures&source=leftnav&kw=PREMIUM_FORMAT)

On some high-ticket items, Sideshow offers a FlexPay (http://www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?category=flexpay_main) option, that allows you to pay for the item in monthly installments.

I wonder if the figure is based the early publicity photos?

http://img457.imageshack.us/img457/1756/buffypub0ax.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[Darth Waller]

I wonder if the figure is based the early publicity photos?

http://img457.imageshack.us/img457/1756/buffypub0ax.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Nice. :love

[Rugby1970]

I'm not a huge fan of the show, but this has to be one of the most exciting pieces shown from Toyfair yet. I don't know the show well enough to guess, but do others have an idea what exclusives/additional accessories she might have? A stake? Crossbow?

[dr2red]

I think SS needs to do something about the web site security if
the secret photos are being found early.
Kind of kills the anticipation and the specialness of Toyfair announcements.
I think this is a great sculpt but I don't have the cash for PF's so
I will skip this one.

[Fritz]

OMG!!!!! That looks freaking awesome!!!! :google :joy :wacky :blissy :rock

The likeness to SMG is amazing! Kudos to whoever sculpted it :bow

[Andy Bergholtz]

Well..no more surprise for toyfair..those french are great !!!

Well, the French didn't post it on this forum, did they....


;)

[prophecygirl]

They are usually start around $250: Sideshow PFs (http://www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?category=18_figures&source=leftnav&kw=PREMIUM_FORMAT)

On some high-ticket items, Sideshow offers a FlexPay (http://www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?category=flexpay_main) option, that allows you to pay for the item in monthly installments.


Thank you for the info :)

If you use the flexpay option, can you use that on exclusives? I mean, do they offer the exclusives on flex-pay, or just the regulars?

[FrankenFan]

When offered, FLEXPAY usually applies to both exclusive and regular editions.

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/prmtv.gif

[TheObsoleteMan]

Another superb likeness.

[Bullseye]

The likeness on this looks great. Was it Andy who worked on this one? Either way this is a nice line for Buffy fans.

[JSA]

I think that looks great and I'll likely pick it up! It'd be my first Buffy item.

Funny that Attakus's Buffy has supposedly been in approval Hell:

http://www.statueforum.com/showthread.php?t=22291&highlight=attakus+buffy

Yet Sideshow plows right through with a 1/4 PF of her. Bam!

I like this one so far, and that makes a whole other line that will
tax the finances of the many, many Buffy/Angel collectors. :horror :banghead

JS :D

[Bannister]

The likeness looks great and I will definitely be picking this up at some point. I always told myself I would only collect Buffy figures if they made them in 1/4 scale.

[SideshowDusty]

http://fana-collec.forumactif.com/ftopic844.Exclu-Fana-Collec-Preview-Buffy-Premium-Format-Figure.htm

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y22/joyana/buffy.jpg


Oh my GOODNESS those French have been quite resourceful this week :sick

[Kookie]

Maybe we should burn down the French embassy for releasing such images :naughty

[Viking28]

:banana :banana :banana :banana :banana :banana :banana :banana


ALRIGHT!!!! I cant wait to order this!!! Finally a 1/4 Buffy!

[The Josh]

Her boobs look to big. LOL


How in the hell are the French getting a hold of this stuff?

[Viking28]

What?? Her boobs like fine!

[Xeno]

She looks a bit sad!

And yes, why do we have to get these things from the French?

[gooball]

Looks great... from what I can see. Although I admit I always prefer actiony and/or episode specific designs (instead of figures based on promos), it still has my interest...

[Darklord Dave]

I was hoping for some sort of wig system for a more real hair look, but I must say I'm pleased by the sculpt. And as Frankenfan said it looks like it's based on S.1 which had a bit more zaftig Buff, hence the cleavage.

[screamingmetal]

I think SS needs to do something about the web site security if the secret photos are being found early.
Kind of kills the anticipation and the specialness of Toyfair announcements.
I think this is a great sculpt but I don't have the cash for PF's so
I will skip this one.
I agree fully. Sideshow really needs to do something. It kinda sucks seeing them this way.
PF Buffy Looks amazing, but I don't like the character enough to buy one.

[SideshowDusty]

I agree fully. Sideshow really needs to do something. It kinda sucks seeing them this way.
PF Buffy Looks amazing, but I don't like the character enough to buy one.


Chris is on it. You will (hopefully!) not be seeing anymore photos from the sneaky French site. They did not get everything of interest, trust me :angelsmil

[Azog]

Yeah, like the ultra cool PF Dusty, with Exclusive Luke and Leia figures...

[FrankenFan]

It looks very promising.

I'm very curious to see the full reveal and put that wistful, almost melancholy look in perspective.

And boy, is that paint job going to be a mother to mass-produce!

Looks great... from what I can see. Although I admit I always prefer actiony and/or episode specific designs (instead of figures based on promos), it still has my interest...
I just noticed the similarity of the hair and top to those WB promo pix: Didn't mean to imply that was definitely the case. Here're a couple more shots from that shoot:

<a href="http://img473.imageshack.us/my.php?image=buffyx20sq.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://img473.imageshack.us/img473/1028/buffyx20sq.th.jpg" border="0" alt="Free Image Hosting at www.ImageShack.us" /></a>

And Gooball: Good to see you back around these parts! The Buffy discussions were always lively when you were a regular, and I've missed your commentary!

Well, another of my faux banners goes into retirement with the announcement of this figure, so take a bow, Big Buffy!

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/bffy_pf.gif

[Alice Adrenochrome]

Maybe we should burn down the French embassy for releasing such images :naughty
Sometimes, I just don't know what to think about some people's comments.

[Alice Adrenochrome]

The Buffy likeness is stunning. Are we going to see some eyelashes, as introduced for the 1/4 Princess Leia?

[Xeno]

Sometimes, I just don't know what to think about some people's comments.

Not to drag politics/religion in here (please not! ) but that remark was quite funny, I thought.

Anyway, I do also hope that Buffy will have a good likeness.. and not only the prototype! ;) I was a bit dissapointed in what I've seen so far from teh Attakus Buffy. And I like the 1/4 PF 's from SS a lot so I hope this one will be as great as the preview makes it look. I'm not a real buffy fan ( a SMG fan I am ;) )but 1 GOOD Buffy figure would be very nice to have!

And I'd say, go French go! :D

[oxbeard]

Sign me up for this!!!!! Been waiting on this for a while

[FrankenFan]

I'm not a real buffy fan ( a SMG fan I am ;)
Just curious: How can you be an SMG fan but not a Buffy fan? Buffy put her on the map. Are you a fan of her oeuvre in film?

For me it's just the opposite: Buffy fan I am, but SMG at the movies, not so much. :)

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/wvb.jpg

[creecher]

She looks good, and it had to happen in one form or another, so we should all be pleased. The French have just given us a glimpse, which is what Sideshow would have done, so we should get more detail when the Fair starts.

From what Frankenfan has used as his banner, and the pics he has posted in this thread, I would prefer the Banner Buffy. I think there is enough black, and a more colourful rendition is more appealing to the eye, and would look better on our shelves.

I still worry about Dusty and her teasing comments from a few days ago. She may be able to redeem herself with her comment that there is more to see at the Fair. Thames, I hope it is a Giles mate.

[SideshowDusty]

I still worry about Dusty and her teasing comments from a few days ago. She may be able to redeem herself with her comment that there is more to see at the Fair. Thames, I hope it is a Giles mate.

I didn't mean more for Buffy specifically, just more goodies *generally*. Just to clear that up - we may, or may not, see more from Buffy at the Fair :angelsmil

[BDboystoys]

I am soooo glad. I might have to cancel my angel exclusive so I can flexpay this. How much would the monthly deposit be roughly? I REALLY need this.

Also does this mean theres to be MORE 1/4 scales from Buffy!?!:google

[creecher]

I didn't mean more for Buffy specifically, just more goodies *generally*. Just to clear that up - we may, or may not, see more from Buffy at the Fair :angelsmil

I understand Dusty. You can neither confirm or deny. Confirm or deny. Deny Deny, Confirm. :D

[Darth Rage]

I was hoping for some sort of wig system for a more real hair look, but I must say I'm pleased by the sculpt.

Me too in reference to the real hair. The likeness is incredible though, I can't wait to see more. MY wife is gonna kill me for this one....

*off to watch season one on DVD*

[BDboystoys]

Me too in reference to the real hair. The likeness is incredible though, I can't wait to see more. MY wife is gonna kill me for this one....

*off to watch season one on DVD*

I LOVE season one, it has a very different feel to the others.

[LOTRFan]

I was hoping for some sort of wig system for a more real hair look, but I must say I'm pleased by the sculpt. And as Frankenfan said it looks like it's based on S.1 which had a bit more zaftig Buff, hence the cleavage.

Perish the thought (kidding somewhat :peace ), I much prefer the sculpted hair, and this gives me great hope for our LOTR friends. :banana

[Migwit]

LOVE the Buffy PF, but no one has yet to explain this "French Connection" thing going on! How did this French board getting these pics? And where are these pics located on SS site that they're available for posting? :confused:

I shoulda been a computer hacker... :D

[Seretur]

This is spot-on. One of the best, if not the best, likeness I've ever seen in a collectible piece.

And it's not like the cleavage is a problem either. :naughty

[dr2red]

I didn't mean more for Buffy specifically, just more goodies *generally*. Just to clear that up - we may, or may not, see more from Buffy at the Fair :angelsmil


Oooohhh you are such a tease Dusty.
You know we are all dying for a Giles.

I would love a new Buffy figure.
I think I might as well sign up for
the poor house because that is where
I will be after buying all of the new figures.

Kudos Sideshow. Better than Drugs and Booze but not chocolate

[Murderofcrows71]

Yep definately have to pick up the Buffster, hopefully a 1/4 scale Angel to pose her with isn't far behind

[The Josh]

Actually this figure does look really nice. I'm most impressed with it and am looking forward to seeing what the whole thing looks like but I still think the boobs look big.

[HighElven]

The boobs look to be the right size IMO. I feel bad for the people who think the boobs are too big and will miss out. IMO.

[tomandshell]

LOVE the Buffy PF, but no one has yet to explain this "French Connection" thing going on! How did this French board getting these pics? And where are these pics located on SS site that they're available for posting? :confused:

I shoulda been a computer hacker... :D

This method works for me, sometimes:

If you have an idea (or guess) of what item might be coming out, you can bring up a similar page and replace the item number/name/date info in the URL. A little trial and error brought up the Mace preview page for me yesterday, and I have also found a few other pages like that in the past, just by patiently trying different numbers or words.

For example, the link for the Mace preview is: www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?category=021006windu

Alter the date and character, and see what you can come up with! Try replacing "windu" with "legolas" for starters. Or try changing the date code to February 2nd and the character to "wolverine."

[Darklord Dave]

Chris has gotten wise to that though and after this weekend, it will never be easy again.

[The Josh]

The boobs look to be the right size IMO. I feel bad for the people who think the boobs are too big and will miss out. IMO.

I'm not getting it if the boobs are right or wrong. I'm not into Buffy collecting. Now I'm might be interested in being into Buffy. ;) :naughty

[FrankenFan]

According to the Toy Fair page, Buffy Pre-Order on Monday!

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/pb.jpg

[ChrisfromSideshow]

Chris has gotten wise to that though and after this weekend, it will never be easy again.

You got that right!

Darn people making my life harder...grumble grumble.. lol

:naughty

No biggy though - plenty of surprises to come!

[thamesvalidude]

a surprise Giles maybe?
:joy

no, thought not!
:banghead

[Darth_Thorpe]

yey a 1/4 buffy great:D iv been hoping SS would bring her out some day :banana

[prophecygirl]

According to the Toy Fair page, Buffy Pre-Order on Monday!

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/pb.jpg

Yey! I will be sat by my computer waiting, lol. :banana

[ffl1940]

wow, wow, wow, I've wanted one of these for ages and it looks absolutely fantastic!!! :google

Wondering if she'll be about 16" tall (or a tad higher if she's wearing heels) as Ms. Gellar is rather petite so that it'll be in scale to possible future BTVS/Angel non-Buffy figures?

Amazing likeness, I really can't wait for this figure.


oh, and I thought the comment about burning down an embassy because of the publication of an image was funny too, not so funny for the (mostly) Dutch who are going through it right now all around the world though.

[thamesvalidude]

Thames, I hope it is a Giles mate.

Thanks Creech me too!:duff
But then what would I have to moan about???????:dunno

[tomandshell]

But then what would I have to moan about???????:dunno

The paint job on Giles, of course!! :D

[Darklord Dave]

Hopefully she'll be around 15.5" but with a nice sized base.

[tomandshell]

Looks like there will be both a regular and an exclusive:

http://www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?item=7157

http://www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?item=71571

[BDboystoys]

Looks like there will be both a regular and an exclusive:

http://www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?item=7157

http://www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?item=71571
How do you know?

[tomandshell]

How do you know?

When Sideshow offers an exclusive version, its item number is the regular version's number with a "1" added to the end. They have set up pages for both the regular and exclusive versions--the exclusive is the second link, with the added number one.

[BDboystoys]

When Sideshow offers an exclusive version, its item number is the regular version's number with a "1" added to the end. They have set up pages for both the regular and exclusive versions--the exclusive is the second link, with the added number one.

Dam it, I NEED to see this PF! I have a terrible feeling that its going to go up while Im fast asleep in Aus and I'll completely miss out.:sick

[tomandshell]

Dam it, I NEED to see this PF! I have a terrible feeling that its going to go up while Im fast asleep in Aus and I'll completely miss out.:sick

According to Sideshow's Toy Fair schedule, it will be on Monday, presumably some time after the Wolverine preorder is finished, which starts at 10 AM PST. Good luck!

[BDboystoys]

According to Sideshow's Toy Fair schedule, it will be on Monday, presumably some time after the Wolverine preorder is finished, which starts at 10 AM PST. Good luck!

Is sideshow in New York? Lol i hv no idea!
so Monday in the US, is Tuesday here. and 10am is 2am here. So basically im gonna miss it completely.

[tomandshell]

Sideshow HQ is in California. However, the Toy Fair is held in New York.

[BDboystoys]

Well if it goes by Californian time then its 5am here.:sick Well maybe ill be luky and it wont sell out to soon...

also, why is it going to be up for preorder so soon? The sideshow preview isnt even up yet.

[tomandshell]

Typically, Sideshow either begins the preorders with the release of the newsletter, or in some cases they schedule a Priority Preorder ahead of time. However, due to the large number of new items, and to create some "buzz" and keep us glued to our computers, they will be putting tons of preorders up on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday--virtually at any given moment during Toy Fair.

[HighElven]

ey BD, just set your alarm clock to wake you up at 5... Thats what I did for Lurtz.

[BDboystoys]

ey BD, just set your alarm clock to wake you up at 5... Thats what I did for Lurtz.

I guess I could, I'll tired for school but hey! We all have to make sacrifices. l:wacky

lol but I dont know if I could, because I use my mums card to preorder stuff, because I dont have one yet. And then I save up and give her the money. Ill have to get her to wake up at 5 2! Dont know how well that will go...:D

[tomandshell]

If you have ordered from Sideshow before through an online account at their website, they will have your credit card information stored already. If all your info is still the same, you don't have to enter it every time.

[screamingmetal]

First 1/4 Buffy pictures!
http://www.rebelscum.com/TF2006/tf06-SSCother/default.asp

[TheObsoleteMan]

Is that Buffy or Anna Nicole Smith? :google

Huge rack aside, it looks great.

[Viking28]

YES!!!!!:horror SHE LOOKS AWESOME!!! O MAN!! I CANT WAIT TO GET THIS!!!!

[screamingmetal]

Pictures: THANKS TO REBELSCUM FOR THE PICS!!!!!

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-6/761805/IMG_0217.jpg
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-6/761805/IMG_0218.jpg
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-6/761805/IMG_0221.jpg
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-6/761805/IMG_0219.jpg
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-6/761805/IMG_0220.jpg
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-6/761805/IMG_0222.jpg

[dr2red]

I am kind of glad I can't afford PF's.
I would be sorely tempted to get this figure
though her "Rack" is excessive. I am
sure she will make many a collector happy.

[Viking28]

That is hot!!She is so ordered!

[SSC_Nerd]

YAHHH!!! REBELSCUM HAS PICS OF HER UP RIGHT NOW!!!


I LIKE IT ENOUGHT TO BUY IT!!!!:banana :banana



and now I see this is old news....:banghead :banghead :banghead my bad.

[Darklord Dave]

She's gorgeous! I hope the production paintjob can live up to it. Can anyone tell if she has the real eyelashes?

[tomandshell]

http://img153.imageshack.us/img153/5268/crack5hh.jpg

Looks like she has the old bent-over-plumber's butt crack sticking out of her shirt.

[Aerosmith]

I may have to order my 1st PF. :google

[BDboystoys]

HOLY MOTHER OF...!!!!!
That is the most beautidul PF I gave ever seen.
I NEED THE EXCLUSIVE WOT EVER IT IS!

I will sell my would soul for this. PF Buffy is the next.

How much do you all think this will be?
and does flexpay have 3 monthly deposits or 2?

[BDboystoys]

My parents have agreed to make this my big bday present! When do you think this would come out? My Bdays June. So maybe Im thinking it would come out like August/Sept? Belated present, but well worth it from the pics so far. I really hope the final version lives up to that. (paintjob and all.) If i dusnt i'll be pissed but I guess I could just cancel it. But I doubt that would happen!!:D

[Darklord Dave]

Good call Frankenfan, you nailed it the pic they're going with exactly. She does appear to be a bit...over endowed even for S.1 SMG, but I'm not complaining...

[BDboystoys]

Good call Frankenfan, you nailed it the pic they're going with exactly. She does appear to be a bit...over endowed even for S.1 SMG, but I'm not complaining...

The PF is based from some promo shots from season1, where in them she was wearing a push up I think. She looks exactly the same when compared from front view.

Im thinking the Buffster will be $225. Same price as freddy. I mean this PF has the least amount of clothing than any other(which in this case is very good)

[Seretur]

I still can't figure out if you guys are really complaining about the cleavage, or just needing to find a reason to mention it every so often.

(See, I just mentioned it. Again.) :naughty

[BDboystoys]

I still can't figure out if you guys are really complaining about the cleavage, or just needing to find a reason to mention it every so often.

(See, I just mentioned it. Again.) :naughty

Lol! Ye Im not complaining! :wacky :naughty

[Karen]

Hi, my name is Karen.

Though I usually post over at the BTVSFIGS message board, my lurkage on the SIDESHOW FREAKS board has kept me up to date on collecting the Sideshow 12" BTVS/ANGEL figures. I'd like to express my appreciation for all the fun and informative posts I've read here. Thank you!

I was wondering if I might ask for a little help. I have never bought a Premium Format figure before, nor have I used Sideshow's newsletter feature for pre-ordering. So I am a little nervous I may do something wrong and miss out on this beautiful figure.

Though this may sound like I'm a little slow, I would really like to make sure I'm doing this correctly...

**On Monday morning, starting at approxiamately 10am (PST), Sideshow will start offering items for pre-order (including the PF Buffy?)

**From the homepage I click on the newsletter link, sign in with my e-mail address and password and then... (that is where I don't know what happens next!)

Will I automatically be sent to the PF Buffy pre-order page, or will I see the regular newsletter page and there will be a link to the pre-order page? Or is there something else?


Thank you for any help you can provide!

Karen :)

[BDboystoys]

Hi, my name is Karen.

Though I usually post over at the BTVSFIGS message board, my lurkage on the SIDESHOW FREAKS board has kept me up to date on collecting the Sideshow 12" BTVS/ANGEL figures. I'd like to express my appreciation for all the fun and informative posts I've read here. Thank you!

I was wondering if I might ask for a little help. I have never bought a Premium Format figure before, nor have I used Sideshow's newsletter feature for pre-ordering. So I am a little nervous I may do something wrong and miss out on this beautiful figure.

Though this may sound like I'm a little slow, I would really like to make sure I'm doing this correctly...

**On Monday morning, starting at approxiamately 10am (PST), Sideshow will start offering items for pre-order (including the PF Buffy?)

**From the homepage I click on the newsletter link, sign in with my e-mail address and password and then... (that is where I don't know what happens next!)

Will I automatically be sent to the PF Buffy pre-order page, or will I see the regular newsletter page and there will be a link to the pre-order page? Or is there something else?


Thank you for any help you can provide!

Karen :)

Hi Karen! Ive seen you on BtVsfigs! and on Eternal collector I think! Im the zepposideman and BD's Littleshop of horrors!(stupid having all dif names I know!:wacky )
Well Im sure someone can say this better than I, but basically, signup to the newsletter on sideshow first. then at 10am monday sign into your newsletter account and it will take you to the newsletter hompage with a list of the most recent newletters. Click on the one at the top(the most recent one. It should have the date next to it so you know) and it will take you to the newsletter where there should be a link to the preorder page!). Hope that helps!

If anyone else can say that better, please do! No one should miss out on this!
(I'll be up early getting this!)

[xtina_slayer]

does anyone has any idea when did wil be out? as in shipped?
and if lets say it can be preordered tomorrow, when would the earliest estimated date for the first payment (if flexiplan)

[Seretur]

Karen, I'll explain this in detail, not to sound preachy, but just so you can get the hang of it as easily as possible. We've all had to learn the ropes here, and BD up there has been a bit mistaken, I'm afraid. So:

As far as we know Buffy will not be a Priority Preorder.

That means that the Priority Preorder process, in which you have to be a newsletter subscriber and logged in to Sideshow at an appointed time, will not apply in this case.

The only upcoming Priority Preorders that we know of are the Wolverine Comiquette on Feb 13th, Legolas 12" on Feb 17th, and Mace Windu 12" on Feb 20th.

All other items revealed during Toy Fair will go on normal sale during that time, in both regular and exclusive variants, should there be any.

Exclusive versions are only available if you purchase them directly from Sideshow. Regular versions are available from other online retailers, usually at a discount. Sideshow offers only FedEx as a shipping option. Retailers give you more of a choice, if FedEx is too pricey for you, or just not your cup of tea, for any reason.

A PF figure usually takes nine months from announcement to shipping. Payment is usually at shipping time, and the Flex Pay payment schedule will be posted on the Flex Pay product page. It's usually around shipping time, as well. Take Lurtz (http://www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?category=search&item=7165FLEX&type=store) as an example.

Finally, the calendar on the Toy Fair page (http://www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?category=toyfair06) will give you an idea when the item you want might come up for preorder. The Buffy one is scheduled for Monday. This page will be updated by the web team as soon as any new product is available for preorder.

There. Hope the situation is clearer now, and enjoy the statue, this forum, and our live chats!

:)

[BDboystoys]

My bad Karen! I thought it was a Priority Preorder too! thanks Seretur for correcting me!:D

[Seretur]

BD, I was glad to help. Hope you and all Buffy fans out there get this outstanding piece. It's truly one of the best PF figures Sideshow has ever produced.

http://www.cosgan.de/images/smilie/froehlich/g025.gif

[MiskatonicNick]

It's truly one of the best PF figures Sideshow has ever produced.

Sometimes I wonder if I'm looking at the same pictures as everyone else. It's good and with a fine SMG likeness (indeed, a quite a stunning one in the flash/overexposed shot on rebelscum)... but for me that sculpted hair just ruins the whole look - the horrible blunt/rounded ends to the locks (especially on the left) and the way it hovers above her shoulders rather than resting on it. For me (and others mileage may well vary) it just looks wrong.

And are her pupils a bit too small?

Nick

[prophecygirl]

I love it.. it's based on my favourite promo pics of Buffy, so I'll definitely be getting this :banana

[Seretur]

PF hair has to be sculpted, if you want it to have any sort of a hairdo. And they had a specific hairdo in mind, so there was very little else they could've done there.

And people's pupils do dilate, you know... :)

[Karen]

Seretur, thank you for your help! :)

I've done regular pre-orders from the Sideshow site before, so basically all I have to do this time is make sure I'm around when PF Buffy is added to the site. I'll be keeping a close eye on the Toyfare Page on Monday! (Bad news is, I'll be at work when this comes up for pre-order :banghead. Good news is, my boss is out of town on Monday :banana.)

BDboystoys, thank you for your help! This Buffy figure may not be a priority pre-order, but now that you've explained how it works, I should be okay for any future items that come up. (P.S. I'm afraid I've never posted on a site called Eternal Collector before, just BTVSFIGS. I don't get around much. ;) )


Thanks again,

Karen

[prophecygirl]

Does anyone know what time this will go up for order in the UK? I'm not very good at working time differences out :o

[xtina_slayer]

i did some research n y does it seems the flexipay system only works for the normal and NOT exclusive versions??
is it true tat premium figs usually come out 9 mths later (earliest)?
n payment including shippin is only charged WHEN the item ships?

[xtina_slayer]

is it CONFIRMED that buffy comes out on monday 10am? and someone do me a simple FAVOUR plsplspls....tell me wat time n day it is EXACTLY as on sideshow site NOW so i can estimate the time to wake up...

my clock says 2028, sun night...

anyways..how much would be the estimated shipping charges for a premium fig like this to SINGAPORE?

[Lynxje]

I would have prefered an episode specific outfit but I'll still be buying this for sure :banana

(I managed to complain without mentioning the big rack, woohoo!)

[NSFolsom]

I was hoping for some sort of wig system for a more real hair look, but I must say I'm pleased by the sculpt. And as Frankenfan said it looks like it's based on S.1 which had a bit more zaftig Buff, hence the cleavage.
Zaftig... I learned a new word today. Thank you, Dave!

I've been hearing more and more good things not only about Buffy, but of all of Whedon's work on the small screen as well as Serenity. I've been toying with the idea of buying the complete series of Firefly on DVD but have become very tempted to buy the complete series of Buffy on DVD as well!

This Buffy PF Figure looks tempting as well... :naughty That's saying a lot especially seeing as I don't own ANYTHING related to Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

[Seretur]

As New York is about five or six hours before Europe, I'd say preorders should be up sometime in the evening, our time. As for Singapore, uh, I've been there seven months ago, but the difference was -- what, seven hours ahead? From Europe. I suppose you'd better check online what the New York/Singapore difference is, but I'd suppose it to be early morning your time.

The exclusive might include the FlexPay option too, it's been done before. But remember: you're charged at the time of shipping, and you can cancel your order beforehand at no additional cost if it's not FlexPay. There's a small cancellation fee if you use FlexPay.

There's a nice FAQ on Sideshow's site that's very useful, so it can't hurt to peruse that a bit as you wait.

:)

[xtina_slayer]

thanks..i'll try to digest this in n see how it goes..

[MiskatonicNick]

PF hair has to be sculpted, if you want it to have any sort of a hairdo. And they had a specific hairdo in mind, so there was very little else they could've done there.

And people's pupils do dilate, you know... :)

Well, there's the whole wigging option - as used by the likes of Franklin Mint, Volks and others. With the money saved on costume/accessory design couldn't SSC have ponied up to pay for some styled wigs ;) I can see the sculpting argument though but for a mixed-media statue my preference would've been to go for a Buffy look which could've been recreated with a quarter scale wig.

As for the eyes - sorry; I meant the whole pupil *and* iris section is too small (compare the PF's to SMG photos); they're just oridinary eyes, not SMG's... and for me lack the wow factor I need from a PF piece.

Nick

[Battletroll]

I just saw this pic. As someone kindly pointed out on another board, this happens to be an inverse image of the pic on one of the Buffy Trading Cards.
I haven't seen anyone mention it before, I was wondering if no-one noticed or just don't care that she is normally right-handed, not left-handed.
I won't deny she uses the stake left-handed occasionally in the series, but when she's posing, not in full action, she always carries it right-handed.
When this was any other statue, it seems to me critics would be all-over that one, but since it's SMG...

Not that I want to be ^^^^^in' about this, I really don't mind, just asking for opinions here.
My only 'negative' from this statue would be the hair, but that's my personal preference, I don't like the static wave of hair in her neck that much, but don't see how SS could have done it otherwise either. They did a great job on this statue, it has incredible likeness!

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d50/Battletroll/buffyreflections469.jpg
http://www.rebelscum.com/TF2006/tf06-SSCother/IMG_0219.JPG

[xtina_slayer]

here's wat i observed, the fig must be of high quality material..hard material...i doubt the hair is made of rubber so prob, PROBABLY, the exclusive comes with a prochecy buffy dress so u NEED the hair to be sculpted upwards at the bottom cos u need to undress her....haha

[Seretur]

Perhaps that pic itself is reversed. Anyway, ask Sideshow and someone will answer it!

The PF Buffy is going to be up for preorder in the afternoon, Pacific Time, this Monday. I just asked their webmaster, so you can plan accordingly.

:)

[buffy-collector]

can u only buy her from sideshow

[FrankenFan]

Oluf (yes?) did an outstanding job on the sculpt, right down to SMG's man-hands and knobby knees, but I wish Hair Master General Andy Bergholtz had done the do. The flip is too exaggerated and needs more volume and definition. It starts out nicely along the hair line and the crown, but it's too compressed, almost rind-like at the ends.

As happy as I am to see a Season 1 Buffy — I really expected a circa Season 3 interpretation — I'm disappointed that the design is based completely on those early WB publicity photos. A major selling point of the PFs is the additional realism real cloth and other media bring to the piece, so why the simple black dress? Buffy had a charming, idiosyncratic sartorial style, typical of a 16-year old girl experimenting with fashion that was an essential part of the juxtaposition of helpless school girl and heroic slayer. That's not reflected here, and it's a huge missed opportunity. Where are her ear piercings and the big, colorful, funky finger rings; Not even her signature cross necklace?!?

Sheesh. Maybe they're saving it all for the exclusive?

And I agree, the stake should be in her dominant hand, her right. :stake

So. It goes on sale on Monday, right? :)

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/jdg.jpg

[wicket87]

Damn that's a great looking statue. Can't wait to order!

[prophecygirl]

Am I right in thinking that if this is up for order in the US at 10am, that it'll be about 3pm here in the UK?

[FrankenFan]

Am I right in thinking that if this is up for order in the US at 10am, that it'll be about 3pm here in the UK?
A specific time for the preorder has not yet been announced, but yes, you are 5 hours ahead of US PST.

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/swt.gif

[prophecygirl]

Thanks FF! :)

[wicket87]

A specific time for the preorder has not yet been announced, but yes, you are 5 hours ahead of US PST.

Actually, England is 5 hours ahead of US EST...meaning 8 hours ahead of PST.

[ffl1940]

Am I right in thinking that if this is up for order in the US at 10am, that it'll be about 3pm here in the UK?


10am PST (California time) is he equivalent of 6 pm London time. I find it hard to believe that SST would change their standard ordering time because the show is going on. Changing time to 10 EST would make ordering time 7 am in California, and though staff is in NYC, Sideshow's business is located, and doing their work in California.

http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?month=2&day=13&year=2006&hour=10&min=0&sec=0&p1=283

[FrankenFan]

Thanks for the reality check. I was doing the math based on my time zone.

Duh.

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/abnrmlbrn.jpg

[tomandshell]

Remember, Wolverine goes on sale at 10 AM PST tomorrow. I would be surprised it Buffy went up at exactly the same time. I would give them at least a half hour or so in between. But they just may surprise us!

[Battletroll]

According to Chris, there is not going to be an Priority Preorder, since PPs have to be announced a week in advance.

[Agent23]

I don't collect Buffy, but, this piece does look great. Nice job on this one too SS.

[SideshowDusty]

Am I right in thinking that if this is up for order in the US at 10am, that it'll be about 3pm here in the UK?


Just a hint, don't expect any pre-orders to go up until after the Wolverine Priority Pre-Order is over with (that goes from 10am-Noon PST on Monday the 13th) :duff

[Darth Rage]

Oluf (yes?) did an outstanding job on the sculpt, right down to SMG's man-hands and knobby knees, but I wish Hair Master General Andy Bergholtz had done the do. The flip is too exaggerated and needs more volume and definition. It starts out nicely along the hair line and the crown, but it's too compressed, almost rind-like at the ends.

As happy as I am to see a Season 1 Buffy — I really expected a circa Season 3 interpretation — I'm disappointed that the design is based completely on those early WB publicity photos. A major selling point of the PFs is the additional realism real cloth and other media bring to the piece, so why the simple black dress? Buffy had a charming, idiosyncratic sartorial style, typical of a 16-year old girl experimenting with fashion that was an essential part of the juxtaposition of helpless school girl and heroic slayer. That's not reflected here, and it's a huge missed opportunity. Where are her ear piercings and the big, colorful, funky finger rings; Not even her signature cross necklace?!?

Sheesh. Maybe they're saving it all for the exclusive?

And I agree, the stake should be in her dominant hand, her right. :stake

So. It goes on sale on Monday, right? :)

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/jdg.jpg

Well said, I couldn't agree with you more. I'll be on the fence this weekend, guess I'll have to decide soon...

[prophecygirl]

Just a hint, don't expect any pre-orders to go up until after the Wolverine Priority Pre-Order is over with (that goes from 10am-Noon PST on Monday the 13th) :duff

Thanks Dusty. :cool: I'm hoping I can get the timing right and not miss this one!

[Darklord Dave]

I'm glad they went with an S.1 Buffy and personally wouldn't mind seeing 7 different PFs of her, one from each season. I can see what people are saying about the hair and I even made the argument that the LotR characters would have to have real hair because of it falling to their shoulders. But I don't mind how it was done.

As for no jewelry - it's not in the reference photo, so I can see why they didn't include it. The cross would have been nice though - having a bunch of different layers is one of the big appeals of the PF line so the LBD is a bit disappointing.

[FrankenFan]

As for no jewelry - it's not in the reference photo, so I can see why they didn't include it. The cross would have been nice though - having a bunch of different layers is one of the big appeals of the PF line so the LBD is a bit disappointing.
Yeah, I just think the source material is an inadequate inspiration for a PF. With just the LDB, this might as well have been a complete statchoo.

I'm going to be really bummed if there is a one-piece limit. :)

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/dpb.jpg

[gdb]

Do they have Day Light Savings time in England?

Just wondering...

[Darklord Dave]

Thought it was a little different in this thread to be taking issue with the outfitting of a PF. Usually it's the likeness that gets all the (negative) attention.

[FrankenFan]

Hah! Who'd-a-thunk it, especially with the killer tailoring for the 12" lines.

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/trkhn.jpg

[TheObsoleteMan]

Maybe that simple outfit will help keep the cost down.

[SideshowDusty]

Do they have Day Light Savings time in England?

Just wondering...


I'm not sure, but this link, which has been posted in the Newsletter and on the site at various times as well, will give you the exact time that it is in California - no matter where you are in the world:

http://www.worldtimeserver.com/current_time_in_US-CA.aspx

Google is an awesome resource :duff

[dr2red]

Maybe it's just me but Buffy Pf facially looks more like a season 4 or 5
Buffy. Her face is leaner and more thoughtful, even sad.
The Buffy from season one has a fuller face and she is less sad perhaps
a little untamed and naughty.
I maybe off base but that is my take.
She is stunning though and I would buy her if
I bought PF's.

[Bonehead15]

Wow!!

This looks great!! :clap

I can't wait to get my order in.

I agree that a season 3 or 4 Buffy would of been a much better choice but I'm still very happy. :banana

The outfit is kind of plain but hopefully there will be a few surprises once the preorder goes up tomorrow.

Now where's my 1/4 Spike?!? :p

[BDboystoys]

Wow!!

This looks great!! :clap

I can't wait to get my order in.

I agree that a season 3 or 4 Buffy would of been a much better choice but I'm still very happy. :banana

The outfit is kind of plain but hopefully there will be a few surprises once the preorder goes up tomorrow.

Now where's my 1/4 Spike?!? :p

I agree, but Im stil glad were even getting a PF buffy line. But if we get spike. Sideshow PLEEEEESE make it from season 2 of Buffy!

[LOTRSWfan]

Man, I dont log on all weekend (Friends in town) and I miss ALL the TF fun!



So, BUFFY!!!!! :banana :banana :banana :banana :banana :banana :banana


I can't wait to order this tomorrow!

[BDboystoys]

Just a hint, don't expect any pre-orders to go up until after the Wolverine Priority Pre-Order is over with (that goes from 10am-Noon PST on Monday the 13th) :duff

Wait so, I was gonna get up at 5am here in Aus, as thats 10am PST. So should I not do this? Im confused...

Should I get up later? 6am? I really cant miss out!

[tomandshell]

Wait so, I was gonna get up at 5am here in Aus, as thats 10am PST. So should I not do this? Im confused...

Should I get up later? 6am? I really cant miss out!

BD, the priority preorder for Wolverine is scheduled for 10 AM PST. Buffy will not go up until that is finished, after 12 noon as Dusty said. So set your alarm for 7 at the earliest. I really hope that you'll be able to get this one! And remember, if you somehow miss the exclusive, put in a wait list reservation as soon as possible. But I have a feeling you'll snag one if you try. Good luck!

[BDboystoys]

BD, the priority preorder for Wolverine is scheduled for 10 AM PST. Buffy will not go up until that is finished, after 12 noon as Dusty said. So set your alarm for 7 at the earliest. I really hope that you'll be able to get this one! And remember, if you somehow miss the exclusive, put in a wait list reservation as soon as possible. But I have a feeling you'll snag one if you try. Good luck!
Thanks! Thats my usual wake up time unfortuneatley because of school...

[slayathon]

What time here in Chicago will pre-order be up?

[BDboystoys]

Im just waiting here till it comes up:sick

[NSFolsom]

What time here in Chicago will pre-order be up?

If the Priority Pre-Order for Wolverine is over at 12pm PST, that's 2pm CST, which is when we, according to Dusty, can expect to see the Buffy 1/4 PFF up for Priority Pre-Order.

[BDboystoys]

should be up very soon:D :D

[Murderofcrows71]

Hope so these preorders are killin my sleep since I work nights.:banghead

[Darklord Dave]

12 PM - WHERE'S BUFFY!

[tomandshell]

It's going up at 1 PM PST.

[slayathon]

The wait is killing me

[TheObsoleteMan]

12 PM - WHERE'S BUFFY!About 48 mins. away.

[BDboystoys]

About 48 mins. away.

NO!!!!! I'LL MISS IT! &%$*#

[NSFolsom]

45 minutos mas!

[Seretur]

The Wolverine Comicquette hasn't sold out yet, despite being a Priority Preorder.

I wonder if Buffy will go within an hour. Sure sounds like it!

[Bullseye]

The Wolverine Comicquette hasn't sold out yet, despite being a Priority Preorder.

I wonder if Buffy will go within an hour. Sure sounds like it!

Just got the go ahead from the missus. I can order Buffy.:banana :joy :D

[rogueboy]

I always first order and then ask :angelsmil ..

[Bullseye]

When is this up?

[Bonehead15]

IT'S UP!! :banana

[wicket87]

I was hoping that it would be up now...but I'm not seeing anything.

[wicket87]

NEVERMIND!

[Bullseye]

IT'S UP!! :banana

Where??? :confused:

[LOTRSWfan]

Got mine!!!

[xtina_slayer]

somethings wrong...the pics for the other figs arent wrkin too

[LOTRSWfan]

https://www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?category=search&item=71571&type=store

Direct link

[Bullseye]

can someone post a link please.

[xtina_slayer]

where r all the pics???

[Bullseye]

Ordered but couldn't see the pics.

[Bonehead15]

TBD Limited Edition. :rolleyes:

Pics are working now.

[Murderofcrows71]

Finally Got her!

[xtina_slayer]

wanna see the vampyr book!!!

[wicket87]

Ordered! Woot!

[prophecygirl]

Woo, ordered!

[Bullseye]

Ordered.:joy

[ichabod]

Got 'er!

Hope they tone down that Marlo Thomas flip a bit before she ships. Otherwise, perfection!

:banana

[rogueboy]

Got it...pics are online now.

[PsychoCenobite]

I only want this so I can look up her skirt! :naughty

PsychoCenobite :peace

[xtina_slayer]

all of us ordered without getin to see the book

[Bullseye]

all of us ordered without getin to see the book

I guess. The sculpt is awesome though.

[TheObsoleteMan]

Got mine ordered.

[Bonehead15]

all of us ordered without getin to see the book

Who cares?!?!

Buffy looks AWESOME!!!!!!!!!:banana :joy

Oh yeah, she's pretty HOT too. :D :drool

[Polystoner]

Ordered also. For a friend who would like it. A female friend. I better be WELL compensated for that price. :naughty

[tomandshell]

NO!!!!! I'LL MISS IT! &%$*#

BDboystoys- Did you get yours yet? I have one reserved for you, just in case.

[Seretur]

Polystoner -- I never tried wooing women with polystone.

Especially polystone with b**bs.

I shall expect a full report. :naughty

Congrats to everyone who ordered! Join us in the Sideshow chatroom now, if you'd like -- you can pose all your questions to the production team.

[oxbeard]

Ordered!!! :D

[buffy-collector]

will this be up for pre order from forrbiden plannet i want the regular one

[FrankenFan]

My apologies that this has nothing to do with the cleavage everyone seems so obsessed about, but today in chat I asked Tom Gilliland about another, more important aspect of the PF Buffy: Why just the simple LBD instead of a more elaborate outfit befitting a typical PF?

SideshowTom: our concern was keeping the project manageable considering we weren't sure how well-received a Buffy i n 1/4 scale might be
SideshowTom: working on the body and trying out a different type of long hair was really where most of the R&D went.
And this encouraging reply:

FrankenFan: Any chance the hair could be tweaked a bit, primarily the flip?

SideshowTom: The hair flip IS being tweaked

SideshowTom: on the production piece the hair should actually sit down on the shoulders more tightly

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/dww.jpg

[buffy-collector]

i need to know if i could preorder this from fp
or is someone could preorder one for me
if you oreder me one could i cancel it still
as i wont to pay for it with bday money(birthday in march)
and i really want someone to save me one but i couldnt pay till after march
i live in uk
and also could i cancel it if looks horride when comes out

[Bonehead15]

My apologies that this has nothing to do with the cleavage everyone seems so obsessed about, but today in chat I asked Tom Gilliland about another, more important aspect of the PF Buffy: Why just the simple LBD instead of a more elaborate outfit befitting a typical PF?


And this encouraging reply:



http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/dww.jpg

Sounds good.:banana

I just hope that the changes don't hurt the piece in the long run. I think it looks great just the way it is.

[FrankenFan]

b-c:

Probably best to email or telephone Forbidden Planet and ask if they will be stocking the regular edition. :)

[Bullseye]

My apologies that this has nothing to do with the cleavage everyone seems so obsessed about, but today in chat I asked Tom Gilliland about another, more important aspect of the PF Buffy: Why just the simple LBD instead of a more elaborate outfit befitting a typical PF?


And this encouraging reply:



http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/dww.jpg

Cheers for the info FF. I'm loving this more and more.

[Bullseye]

will this be up for pre order from forrbiden plannet i want the regular one

I don't know if you realise that this will ship from the EU wareshouse which is based in the UK.

[Migwit]

Ordered! I'm fine with the hair now, but still sort of glad it's being tweaked a little. Wish they'd throw in the cross necklace, it's so iconic.

[Darklord Dave]

As with many things and this board, I never would have noticed the hair until it was pointed out that it isn't resting on the shoulders. But it had started to bug me and I'm glad it's being tweaked.

And the LBD gives them somewhere to go with the next version...

[dr2red]

I have never purchased a PF before.
Buffy will be my first.
Do you have any advice for a PF virgin?
Shipping issues. Delivery issues.
Etc.
I just could not turn this PF down,
both my husband and I love Buffy so
this something we both want.

Thanks

[MisterToyNYC]

hopefully a 1/4 scale Angel to pose her with isn't far behind

I'm definitely getting Buffy and I agree, a PF Angel would be a definite must-have!

Eric

[Darklord Dave]

I like Angel, but I'd rather see Spike or a very dramatic Willow - maybe Dark Willow or white witch Willow.

[dr2red]

Do we have any idea how close she is to selling out.
I might wait until I find out how bad shipping will be
before I press the final button for purchase.
I live in Canada and regular shipping is high enough.

[TheObsoleteMan]

I'll definitely buy Angel and Spike if they make them, and assuming they're the same quality as Buffy, but that's it.

[TheObsoleteMan]

It's strange that there's no set edition size for the exclusive. They must've been very unsure of how well this one was gonna sell.

[xtina_slayer]

any idea when they're gonna show the vampyr book?

[JSA]

I ordered the Buffy Exclusive PF today, and I think it looks GREAT!
Having said that though, I'll lkely onl y be interested in the girls from the show:
Buffy, Wilow, Faith, and Cordelia would be my top 4 so far.
I've not gotten far enough in the show yet for Buffy's sister, or Willow's "conversion" :naughty

Buffy will look great next to my 7 of 9 PF Exclusive.

JS :wave

[Firefly Flanatic]

Damn! I'm happy to hear that the hair is being tweaked but that makes me want to get this even more now. I was consoling myself that I wasn't going to get it but it was okay because the hair looked a little funny. Now she's going to look perfect!! Damn you Sideshow!!! :stake

[BDboystoys]

BDboystoys- Did you get yours yet? I have one reserved for you, just in case.

Tomandshell, you are the best. I cant belive you would do that!!! But thankfully my mum ordered it for me(after a long explaining on 'how to') while I was out at school. Sorry I didnt reply until now, I had to leave right after I heard it was to be 1pm PST.

Again, THANKYOU though. VERY VERY thoughtful:D you rock:rock

im glad the hairs being tweaked but god it looks awesome. My main concern is that the paint aps looks that good for the production version.

WOO HOO!!!!! MY FIRST PF EVER!

on a side note. With the Buffy PF order. In your account home, should it say 'New' nxt to your order? I thought it usually said 'order placed'. Can someone clear that up for me?

[tomandshell]

Tomandshell, you are the best. I cant belive you would do that!!! But thankfully my mum ordered it for me(after a long explaining on 'how to') while I was out at school. Sorry I didnt reply until now, I had to leave right after I heard it was to be 1pm PST.

Again, THANKYOU though. VERY VERY thoughtful:D you rock:rock

im glad the hairs being tweaked but god it looks awesome. My main concern is that the paint aps looks that good for the production version.

WOO HOO!!!!! MY FIRST PF EVER!

on a side note. With the Buffy PF order. In your account home, should it say 'New' nxt to your order? I thought it usually said 'order placed'. Can someone clear that up for me?

It says "new" for a while, but then eventually changes to "order placed."

No big deal about ordering it for you! I have never watched Buffy, so I wasn't getting one for myself. I put in an order just in case you missed out, since it sounded like you were pretty excited to get one and I wanted to cover your back! I'm sure glad you did--looks like it will be a great figure for the Buffy fans. Hope you love your first PF!!

[BDboystoys]

It says "new" for a while, but then eventually changes to "order placed."

No big deal about ordering it for you! I have never watched Buffy, so I wasn't getting one for myself. I put in an order just in case you missed out, since it sounded like you were pretty excited to get one and I wanted to cover your back! I'm sure glad you did--looks like it will be a great figure for the Buffy fans. Hope you love your first PF!!

Thanks! I hope I do too! Looks amazing. I cant believe its nearly a year till it arrives!

And again, thankyou. Im in your debt!

[Darklord Dave]

Not to put the idea into anyone's head...

...but we've seen the Han Solo customized....

...so...


How soon after this is delivered do we see the first customized naked one?


I'M JUST ASKIN'!:angelsmil

[BDboystoys]

Not to put the idea into anyone's head...

...but we've seen the Han Solo customized....

...so...


How soon after this is delivered do we see the first customized naked one?


I'M JUST ASKIN'!:angelsmil

LOL!

I hope sideshow could add Buffy's signature cross necklace in 1/4 scale in the mean tie. I think everyone wants one. I mean she didnt wear it in that shoot but everyone knows it and i think would want one. PLEEEEZ sideshow! Just a little necklace!:D :angelsmil

[tomandshell]

Not to put the idea into anyone's head...

...but we've seen the Han Solo customized....

...so...


How soon after this is delivered do we see the first customized naked one?


I'M JUST ASKIN'!:angelsmil

With all of the Photoshopping that goes on around here, do you really think we will have to wait until it gets delivered?

[Karen]

Ordered her as soon as she came up for pre-order! This will be my first PF figure, but she's well worth it!

I think the facial sculpt is perfect, so I hope any tweaking that is done is only done to the hair.

I was just on Sideshow's homepage, and PF Buffy is listed as number 8 in the 'Most Popular' section. Director Skinner is listed number 9 and has a low quantity alert of 60 out of 500 remaining. Could this mean that at least 441 PF Buffys have been sold?


Karen

[thamesvalidude]

Got mine! Only my second PF. Glad to hear the hair is to be tweaked.

Hey maybe we'll get a 1/4 Giles (lol):wacky

[bluesparrow]

Ordered her as soon as she came up for pre-order! This will be my first PF figure, but she's well worth it!

Same here. I'm going to have her facing off against some of the 18" figures coming out this year, like SOTA's Darkness and Pumpkinhead.

[BDboystoys]

Got mine! Only my second PF. Glad to hear the hair is to be tweaked.

Hey maybe we'll get a 1/4 Giles (lol):wacky

What was your first?

[dr2red]

I am happy to say that I broke down and bought her Royal Buffiness.

I did Flex pay so the price won't kill me as much.

Take care all and Happy Valentines day

[thamesvalidude]

What was your first?


Luke Skywalker BD. I intended to get the Frodo, but I just don't like it.
The Buffy was a must!

[Fritz]

SideshowTom: on the production piece the hair should actually sit down on the shoulders more tightly

This makes me so happy. :blissy

Now the only complaint/problem I have with this PF figure is the same complaint I have with most of them. I can't stand the name plate. :banghead However, the only way I can show my dissatisfaction would be to not order any figure that has a nameplate. Unfortunately, I love them and can't live without them. :rolleyes: :wacky

[GSRJedi]

I went ahead and ordered the regular version from Alter-Ego. I guess if Sideshow shows some pics of the book and it's awesome, I'll cancel and try to get the flex-pay for this. I just love the likeness.

Stupid PFs - I was able to resist Luke & Han; convinced myself Vader & Grievous were too expensive; loved Obi-Wan, but knew he would lead to Vader & Grievous; couldn't resist Leia; Obi-Wan got the better of me and I joined the wait-list and it was converted to an order; now I've got the Buffy PF. I'm so weak.

[hairlesswookiee]

this is an awesome piece of work. im very impressed with the likeness of SMG they have achieved. if someone wants to help sponsor my collection i would appreciate it if you would send one of these to my house. :rolleyes: anyways im happy for all the buffy collectors out there because you finally got the PF that you have been waiting for. i hope you all get one!!!

[ffl1940]

I can't stand the name plate. However, the only way I can show my dissatisfaction would be to not order any figure that has a nameplate.

It certainly isn't too difficult to find all sorts of stands whether one you make, or one you can get at a trophy shop that you could use instead of the ones SST provides. A simple small hole drilled into the top and your figure will fit on easily and securely. You could always just turn the Buffy stand around so you don't see the sign and maybe have to redrill a hole and fill in the empty one with putty and you're set as well.

[FrankenFan]

I'm not a fan of nameplates either (although I liked them on the 8" Uni's), but the most distracting element of this one is the bright lilac color the "Buffy" logo is painted, it really pulls your eye away from the figure an down to the base. With apologies to the Master Painters at SC, I sampled some of the orange-brown rust color from the base to colorize the logo, and to my eye, it brings it more in harmony with the rest of the piece:

http://img462.imageshack.us/img462/3476/pfbffybs9bx.th.jpg (http://img462.imageshack.us/my.php?image=pfbffybs9bx.jpg)

It's obvious SC is testing the waters with this figure, but if it performs well enough to justify continuing the line with more characters from the Buffyverse, I hope the hight of the bases will remain consistent to keep the figures in scale with each other.

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/prmtv.gif

[Darth Rage]

I can't believe that banner FF! I was watching the episode on the season 5 DVD "intervention" or the ep after it (forgot the name) where Buffy heads out to the desert and meets the first slayer and couldn't help but think that would make an interesting fig. The "quasi - sleeves" would even cover most of the arm articulation. I put a lot of thought into it, and here it is in banner form. Cool!

[FrankenFan]

Darth, I like the way you think!

The Primitive first appeared in "Restless" (S4), and again in "Intervention" (S5) and "Get It Done" (S7).

A visually interesting character vital to the origin and legend of the Slayer, the Primitive would be an outstanding addition to the Buffy line. She could come with the little Shadow Men carousel!!!

She's the first Slayer! We need her!!!

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/swt.gif

[BDboystoys]

I'm not a fan of nameplates either (although I liked them on the 8" Uni's), but the most distracting element of this one is the bright lilac color the "Buffy" logo is painted, it really pulls your eye away from the figure an down to the base. With apologies to the Master Painters at SC, I sampled some of the orange-brown rust color from the base to colorize the logo, and to my eye, it brings it more in harmony with the rest of the piece:

http://img462.imageshack.us/img462/3476/pfbffybs9bx.th.jpg (http://img462.imageshack.us/my.php?image=pfbffybs9bx.jpg)

It's obvious SC is testing the waters with this figure, but if it performs well enough to justify continuing the line with more characters from the Buffyverse, I hope the hight of the bases will remain consistent to keep the figures in scale with each other.

http://www.kurtgoldzung.com/MB/prmtv.gif

MUCH better. Sideshow, take note!:D

[Fritz]

I agree with FF. I think the bright purple does distract the attention away from the figure itself. Than again, you know how I feel about name plates. :banghead

[Migwit]

But wasn't the lilac/purple the actual color that was used for the Buffy logo on tv, at least during the 1st season? Where have I seen the logo this color before, other than the Buffy coffee mug I have, that has this same Buffy logo, all in lilac just like the nameplate on this figure?

Anyone? Anyone? :confused: :D

[thamesvalidude]

Whatever, I have more respect for Frankenfan than any one else on these boards. I mean those banners...........
And his rational. logical good sense.
Kurt...you are the man!:joy

[Darklord Dave]

I'd have to disagree. I think the rust color is too subtle. Buffy has always been associated with purple and lilac (see the SSC boxes from the first 12" set). I think the purple jumps so people won't be saying "who's that?".

But then, I'd prefer for the base to light up and play the theme music too...

[GSRJedi]

I think the purple does stand out too much, but definitely seems more characteristic of the show.

If it's gonna make sounds, I could do with out the theme song, but quotes from the should would be nice. I might even buy an Andrew PF if it quotes like "One time you died and I was a Mexican." (or was it Mexicoan).

[BDboystoys]

just thought I'd ask, could we get some high res pics of Buffy? Or has it already been done.:confused:

Thanks!

[Darklord Dave]

http://sideshowcollectors.com/images/PFBuff.jpgHere's a couple...

http://sideshowcollectors.com/images/PFbuff2.jpg

[TheObsoleteMan]

Boobtacular!

I got no problem with nameplate.

[BDboystoys]

thanks! this is SO aweosme!

[thamesvalidude]

Darklord Dave...you've just made my morning. To use that Ron Weasley saying once again: "Bloody Hell!"

Glad my order's in

[BDboystoys]

Darklord Dave...you've just made my morning. To use that Ron Weasley saying once again: "Bloody Hell!"

Glad my order's in

I would have gone with Giles saying "Bloody Hell!" But hey! To each his own. :wacky

I expected you to use Giles quote too! Very dissapointed in you thames, very dissapointed...
:wacky

[FrankenFan]

But then, I'd prefer for the base to light up and play the theme music too...
Ahhh. Much better. (I'm working on the music.)

http://img349.imageshack.us/img349/3400/bffylghts1xq.gif (http://imageshack.us)

[creecher]

Is there a size limit on pics Dave. :horror

Very creative Frankenfan. I love how the sequenced flashes don't coincide. Gotta love that theme music, it rocks. Now for the spring loaded stabby arm action. :stake

[Darklord Dave]

Excellent job FF! I'd buy that lightup Buffy in a heartbeat!

[Protozaius]

I think this PF is amazing... but, I dunno if this has been covered in this thread (it's a pretty long one!)... well, isn't Buffy suppose to be holding the stake with her right rather than her left? The publicity photo that looked so close to this piece had her holding the stake in her right hand. I tried to find the picture that was posted on this thread but couldn't find it. :confused:

Sorry if this has already been covered....:o

[prophecygirl]

There are a couple of images from this photo shoot where she's holding the stake with her left hand. I think a lot of the time, images get flipped round so the stake's on the opposite side.

[thamesvalidude]

I expected you to use Giles quote too! Very dissapointed in you thames, very dissapointed...
:wacky

I think I'm even beginning to bore myself BD, let alone the rest of you. lol

Even so: GILES!!!:banghead :horse

[thamesvalidude]

Great work on the PF base Frankenfan!!!:D

[FrankenFan]

For the ultimate in home decor for the discriminating fanboy or girl, may I also recommend:

http://img381.imageshack.us/img381/1151/bffylmp1dl.gif (http://imageshack.us)

[FrankenFan]

... isn't Buffy suppose to be holding the stake with her right rather than her left? The publicity photo that looked so close to this piece had her holding the stake in her right hand. I tried to find the picture that was posted on this thread but couldn't find it. :confused
It's on page 12, post #11.

Here are two very similar photos from the Season 1 DVD:

http://img381.imageshack.us/img381/1286/bffyflp6ol.th.jpg (http://img381.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bffyflp6ol.jpg)

The pic on the left is from the inside cover flap. Note that the stake is in her right hand and her hair is parted on the left. The pic on the right is from page two of the DVD episode guide, stake in her left hand, hair parted on the right. The PF Buffy is clearly based upon the photo on the left.

So what is the correct orientation of the photo? SMG usually parted her hair on the left, and is right-handed. But in the photo on the right, with the stake in her dominant hand, her hair is parted on the right.

So what does all this mean? I don't know and I don't care! I gots me a Premium Format Buffy!!!

Although the addition of a cross necklace would be nice.

[Protozaius]

Thanks FF for the photo comparison. The photo on the left looks like the photo they used for the PF... the stance is almost exact. The head of the PF is tilted back more that in the photo.

Too bad it looks like they used a publicity photo that was flipped. :o

It doesn't change the the fact she looks awesome or eh,

:banana :banana :banana AWECORE!!!:banana :banana :banana

[BDboystoys]

Just a quick question. Does anyone know what the approximate shipping to Australia for PF Buffy would be? I really want to have the exclusive, and shipping is hell. I want to know if its worth it!

so just approximate, so anyone whos had a PF shipped to Aus before from Sideshow.:D

[Darklord Dave]

My, Buffy IS a bright girl. I think the lamp is a little much, not to mention that the pole sticking out of her head might be distracting. But FF, if you want to customize yours that way when it arrives, I'd love to see pictures!

[creecher]

Just a quick question. Does anyone know what the approximate shipping to Australia for PF Buffy would be? I really want to have the exclusive, and shipping is hell. I want to know if its worth it!

so just approximate, so anyone whos had a PF shipped to Aus before from Sideshow.:D

I suggest you put in a shipping request form, available from the Sideshow site.

I have bought PF's from our good board dealers, and it is around US$80. I think that was USPS. So expect it to be way more from Sideshow. Although I think you may be able to choose your mail service now. I have been thinking about a PF utilising the bad guy offer. If you have an accurate answer please post it, as I would be very interested to know.

[gooball]

If they fix the hair, I'm sold.

BTW, you should see the R4 season 1 dvd artwork. The designers mustn't have known about the other characters, as we get about twenty different images from the same session (the one from which the figure is based).

In terms of actual shots, there are about seven or eight different ones.

[Gruff Old Bear]

This one really puts me in a quandary. She isn't brunette. Of course, neither is SMG, so I see the sense of it....but it means I can't use the old, I only bought it because she reminds me so much of you, dear, so how am I going to explain this one to my wife?

[Viking28]

"When I look at her I think of you"
or
"She reminds me of the younger you"

[Firefly Flanatic]

"When I look at her I think of you"
or
"She reminds me of the younger you"

Yikes! Whatever you do Gruff old Bear, do not use the "She reminds me of the younger you" one!! I can see the response now. "What, do I look old to you?", "Oh, back when I was slender, attractive and had perky boobies?!!"

If it helps, SMG is really a brunette!