Chronicle Collectibles : Rotunda T-rex : 1/9

[WhoaItsJBot]

This would be awesome if the proportions weren't off. The torso is too short with no neck and a tiny head.

And from what I've seen Chronicle's final paint apps aren't that great. This is my favorite shot from the movie so I want to like this.

 

[67L88Stingray]

Yep. P1 is doing a rotunda version as well, with raptors and in slightly larger scale.

Where did you see it will be larger? I thought they said 1/15 like the other one they are doing?

 

[Shoo]

Where did you see it will be larger? I thought they said 1/15 like the other one they are doing?

They said it themselves on Facebook yesterday: it'll be 1:8.

Edit: here's the quote:

We have inquiry about our Rotunda T-REX will be reveal at Wonderfest Winter 2019 the scale will be 1/8 scale.

 

[Big Mo]

I just feel this piece is missing something, its not dynamic enough, is it missing some more back drop pieces? Maybe I envisioned the banner to be above the rex.

 

[PermaG]

No Neck?

Based on angle...it is called foreshortening.

 

[MaulFan]

Seems like a direct translation of this.

 

[MaulFan]

I'm curious what these companies use for reference as far as the paint scheme, even the nicest paint jobs on these mass production pieces rarely look accurate to the Winston model and either look more like the CGI or something in between practical and CGI models.

 

[rjszar]

$1350

 

[clutch]

Looks like they didn't base it on the cgi model which had a VERY long neck in that scene. Just watch it.

 

[rjszar]

There is a huge discussion over on SF about that subject. Some are claiming that the neck was elongated during production to allow the rex to turn. Some theorize that it is okay for a 2D representation, but wouldn't work for a 3D statue. It would look really elongated on the other side. I think I am in agreement with that, but it is hard to swallow when you are used to seeing it a certain way. Not sure whether to applaud CC or cry.

 

[mushroommg]

Still calm with the new pics, I'm good.

 

[MaulFan]

There is a huge discussion over on SF about that subject. Some are claiming that the neck was elongated during production to allow the rex to turn. Some theorize that it is okay for a 2D representation, but wouldn't work for a 3D statue. It would look really elongated on the other side. I think I am in agreement with that, but it is hard to swallow when you are used to seeing it a certain way. Not sure whether to applaud CC or cry.

Statues are often sculpted with one prime viewing angle, shouldn't be concerned if one angle looks odd if the prime one looks accurate.

 

[Python]

I doubt I'll actually buy this given the asking price, but I really like it...

 

[Rotfish]

Not sure whether to applaud CC or cry.

The greatest tragedy will still be the quality drop upon release. That it's CC working on this at all is enough reason to cry.

 

[67L88Stingray]

The greatest tragedy will still be the quality drop upon release. That it's CC working on this at all is enough reason to cry.

If Toynami does their job at the factory, these will turn out great.

 

[Python]

This is up on Sideshow..


https://www.sideshowtoy.com/collecti...tibles-904084/

 

[clutch]

Order it and get points or wait to see what Chronicle has in the way of extras...

 

[67L88Stingray]

Order it and get points or wait to see what Chronicle has in the way of extras...

They have been dragging their feet pretty hard on the whole "extras" and "rewards" programs.

 

[INFECDEAD]

I don't see the value here. Nice as it is...

 

[Python]

I don't see the value here. Nice as it is...

It's rare I ever see value in this hobby now as much as I still enjoy it. The only thing I bought that I saw relative value in over the last couple of years is the Prime 1 Life-size ID4 Alien bust. A huge piece, beautifully produced with translucent resin for not much more than Sideshow are laughably asking for their latest half scale plastic Wolf Predator bust. Rather than value, I think I just look for things that really wow me now and stuff I expect I'll want to keep long term, as trying to sell this stuff now isn't what it used to be. I like this Rex, but I'm not paying this much for it...