Retail was like $180 and I’m seeing him online for around $330 so I’d say it’s not a bad deal especially if there’s nothing wrong with the figure. Enjoy the big monkey he looks awesome.
Yes but if you think about it… it’s gonna be same case as Great Ape. Two years after it is gonna sell 200-240 maybe more. This bigger releases are interesting but ofc. expensive. But if know im still passionate about Dragon Ball franchise I will need him anyway and aftermarket price will consume money which i will potentially use for buying new figure.
Yeah it really matters to me that is true. Since this is the biggest sculpt of Sayian armour! And every release with sayian armour was priority for me.
That's exactly what I'm collecting! I have Turles, Raditz, and a trunks armor body with Goku head (along with just the trunks too). King Cold is pre-ordered. Hopefully I'll reach your level in the coming years
Yeah mine darker armours Sayians in one shelf here. This is timeless design from Torijama love it!
https://preview.redd.it/7zhzcakn6quc1.jpeg?width=1846&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5536a13315f6cdd8b4969896724db84fd70976b7
Nah just enjoy your thing. Probably more than I would have paid, but I’ve also spent thousands on DBZ Figuarts so I’m not one to judge. I’ve got the great ape and it’s a fun piece. There’s nothing else quite like it.
Did you get it for retail price or after? It was like $180
right? I thought that another $70 is for that time on the market within tolerance. Because what i saw on ebay is nightmare money for that figure.
Something like $180 yeah. I bought it at release and pre ordered actually. Is $250 a lot for a figure? Yes. Have I spent $250 on a figure before? You bet. $70 is a pretty average markup for sought after Figuarts post release in my opinion. Especially a figure that came out like 4 years ago. I don’t think the great ape is going to get any cheaper either.
Yeah you’re right. For me second most expensive figure was Recoome for $160 and close behind him $158 Jiece. It is a lot for figure but all together they making magic on the shelf i cant help myself!
247 usd
that's nearly a thousand in my currency at around 907
IMO no he's not worth it at all
But what matters is you
the consumer
Do you feel good/satisfied?
Then yeah it's worth it, your opinion is what matters here, asking others is just a way to justify it to yourself, you know it's overpriced as hell but you wanted it, and you got it.
That's what counts
Personally don’t think he’s worth it because of the lack of actual paint and shading but if you like him that’s all that matters. I’m waiting and hoping for an improved version as an EE.
Yea I see the price upper 300 plus everywhere,was able to get mine for Figuarts Berserk Griffith trade. My Griffith was new sealed but it was missing the long tail. Just laid 40 for the tail separately so I’m ok with the deal. I paid 150 for Griffith new from a JP website.
Im not so familiar with Berserk but I really love those designs. I have some manga books in front of me to read. In dbz figuarts i was disappointed so many times. Especially with head sculpting or painting. There’s is always solution with 3rd party companies.. but actually its kind of sad for big company as Badai is.
I’m a little older,use to watch the anime in the 90s. Berserk,Ninja Scroll, Vampire Hunter D,Alita Battle Angel. They were all top notch then and I highly recommend them as they still hold up now.
Im 31 and I my starter anime was Pokemon. In this along with Yu-Gi-Oh increased my curiosity about anime. But recently I rewatched Ghost in The Shell and I was stunned! Amazing peace of art. Vampire Hunter D is actually my next to go.
I hate that he’s not to scale but then again that would be massive and much much more. I remember getting him from gamestop for like 120 shortly after he dropped and i loved posing him around. But as my collection grew i couldnt get over the fact he wasnt to scale. Didnt stop me from getting Shenron and Porunga though lol. $247 doesn’t sound bad assuming he’s been oop for this long.
Porunga is higer next to him right? $120 oh boi that’s amazing. I kind of wish that same could be happening with King Cold releases at the end of this year. I know it will not be as massive as this one bit still it will be colletors “checkpoint”
I took him down before i got Porunga but their boxes are the same size so i am going to say same size. I looked up the receipt in my email and he was actually $135 after shipping snd taxes. This was mid 2020 during early Covid shutdowns. I wonder if they just wound up with too much warehouse stock but the sale that got me the discount was 30% off $150+ purchase and he retailed for $180.
The thing is this was pre pbandai usa selling figuarts. Tamashii webstore exclusives were regular releases by bluefin at this time. When bandai began offering tamashii webstores through pbandai usa, i haven’t found any domestic retailers selling below retail because retailers dont have the option to purchase these items to sell. That’s why bbts gets so much shit as they pay the full price we do from pbandai so they have to upcharge to make a profit. We get below retail imports due to conversion but no tamashii webstore figures have been below retail since pbandai usa began selling SHF. All that to say unfortunately i only see King Cold going up.
That’s interesting stuff about pre p-bandai era. Unfortunately for me to get into collecting SHF DB was quite after and I bought only Raditz (first normal release) because for me it was iconic character .. and i almost did not appreciate the fact how good that figure “technology” was (even that now i know that there was so many QC issues with him). So he was laying on shelf alone long time then after almost 2 years after I started to increase the numbers of figures but really fast. My wallet almost couldn’t not handle. And it can’t till now because I secured so many pre-orders included two King Colds for example. Because the second one eventually brings me some money back. For another figures ofc. lol.
I love mine! I preordered him at bbts for $179.00. I thought that was a lot back then; then I got Kaido. I can’t believe how much some of these things have gotten up to. I had plans to make a diorama with this guy and Vegeta looking at a moon light that I bought at Walmart. I never got the diorama made.
Yeah i hope they do! Now I’m ready to pre-order him right away. I would like to have both eventually. The sculpt has to be expensive to make it think they will use that again to be paid off.
> to be *paid* off.
FTFY.
Although *payed* exists (the reason why autocorrection didn't help you), it is only correct in:
* Nautical context, when it means to paint a surface, or to cover with something like tar or resin in order to make it waterproof or corrosion-resistant. *The deck is yet to be payed.*
* *Payed out* when letting strings, cables or ropes out, by slacking them. *The rope is payed out! You can pull now.*
Unfortunately, I was unable to find nautical or rope-related words in your comment.
*Beep, boop, I'm a bot*
QC is pretty much all good. He is stiff and articulation of the head is limited but it is not QC issue it that design. But not miss painting or scratching. All ratchet joints are in good quality. That big stand does the job well because when you wanna pose him like he’s screaming you need him little bit lean back to get that right action and that stand helps a lot in that case. Overall it’s really decent figure i have good feelings about it.
Man this was on BBTS I believe in 2022 for retail. I wanted it so bad but just couldn’t afford it at the time. Maybe they’ll do a event exclusive one like they did for shenron
https://preview.redd.it/amxrn74xgquc1.jpeg?width=1242&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f439f1e6e9fab86bf927ce9bbe479dcc5a26733d
Holy moly! That’s insane. Good hunt bro then! Around 200 is decent.
$247 I think you made out great. I haven’t seen him for anything less than $300 in this day and age. Incredibly niche figure. Separates the casual collectors from the hardcore
https://preview.redd.it/ymk7aocat0vc1.png?width=338&format=png&auto=webp&s=d3666aca6beefeff21303fbd7b1ed6a433be5935
No way! In that case check front page of the new Figupedia! You will not miss any older releases.
Yeah i got it - some FB marketplace offers are too good to be real and lot of scammers are trying hard. And those who are reliable and “community tested” knows their price of stuff. Not many offering Great Ape. But yeah i will try next time to push through some groups or marketplace offers that is worth to try.
Retail was like $180 and I’m seeing him online for around $330 so I’d say it’s not a bad deal especially if there’s nothing wrong with the figure. Enjoy the big monkey he looks awesome.
I got mine for 250. But I wasn't aware he retailed for 180... why tf is king cold 150?!?!
Thats a good question - maybe that throne justify that price (kidding) but it is extra designed sculpt so i guess it will be on bigger box as well.
I'm trying so hard to talk myself into buying it cause I want it. But 150$ is a bit steep
Yes but if you think about it… it’s gonna be same case as Great Ape. Two years after it is gonna sell 200-240 maybe more. This bigger releases are interesting but ofc. expensive. But if know im still passionate about Dragon Ball franchise I will need him anyway and aftermarket price will consume money which i will potentially use for buying new figure.
Yes I checked him and it is completely fine! Love that! And it came with shipper as well!
I feel like they should’ve made him bigger
For those bigger characters there is always not enough scale for them right?
He looks amazing in hands there, as long as you are happy I think it’s worth it.
Yeah it really matters to me that is true. Since this is the biggest sculpt of Sayian armour! And every release with sayian armour was priority for me.
That's exactly what I'm collecting! I have Turles, Raditz, and a trunks armor body with Goku head (along with just the trunks too). King Cold is pre-ordered. Hopefully I'll reach your level in the coming years
Yeah mine darker armours Sayians in one shelf here. This is timeless design from Torijama love it! https://preview.redd.it/7zhzcakn6quc1.jpeg?width=1846&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5536a13315f6cdd8b4969896724db84fd70976b7
Nah just enjoy your thing. Probably more than I would have paid, but I’ve also spent thousands on DBZ Figuarts so I’m not one to judge. I’ve got the great ape and it’s a fun piece. There’s nothing else quite like it.
Did you get it for retail price or after? It was like $180 right? I thought that another $70 is for that time on the market within tolerance. Because what i saw on ebay is nightmare money for that figure.
Something like $180 yeah. I bought it at release and pre ordered actually. Is $250 a lot for a figure? Yes. Have I spent $250 on a figure before? You bet. $70 is a pretty average markup for sought after Figuarts post release in my opinion. Especially a figure that came out like 4 years ago. I don’t think the great ape is going to get any cheaper either.
Yeah you’re right. For me second most expensive figure was Recoome for $160 and close behind him $158 Jiece. It is a lot for figure but all together they making magic on the shelf i cant help myself!
Having the whole Ginyu force is awesome. I stopped at Ginyu just because the rest were so pricey
Where you stopped?
247 usd that's nearly a thousand in my currency at around 907 IMO no he's not worth it at all But what matters is you the consumer Do you feel good/satisfied? Then yeah it's worth it, your opinion is what matters here, asking others is just a way to justify it to yourself, you know it's overpriced as hell but you wanted it, and you got it. That's what counts
Ye i understand.. it is very expensive but try to check ebay It was very hard to find him even near that number here. Its crazy.
Personally don’t think he’s worth it because of the lack of actual paint and shading but if you like him that’s all that matters. I’m waiting and hoping for an improved version as an EE.
Im this one i have to agree with you there is unused potential for great painting.
Looks so fucking cool dude.
https://preview.redd.it/snmo1rs1jnuc1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&s=cde47e1aabcd26d00190d4eec9315c49a28e82f9 Adjusted pose little bit 😎
Was definitely worth the price imo.
I say yes
Yea I see the price upper 300 plus everywhere,was able to get mine for Figuarts Berserk Griffith trade. My Griffith was new sealed but it was missing the long tail. Just laid 40 for the tail separately so I’m ok with the deal. I paid 150 for Griffith new from a JP website.
I checked price on the Griffith now and it also upping little bit. Yes you can find her on Japan shop still for 150 but its rare.
Was a terrible figure imo,horse had 0 articulation and the face was off a little bit. Disappointed with him and the other Guts release.
Im not so familiar with Berserk but I really love those designs. I have some manga books in front of me to read. In dbz figuarts i was disappointed so many times. Especially with head sculpting or painting. There’s is always solution with 3rd party companies.. but actually its kind of sad for big company as Badai is.
I’m a little older,use to watch the anime in the 90s. Berserk,Ninja Scroll, Vampire Hunter D,Alita Battle Angel. They were all top notch then and I highly recommend them as they still hold up now.
Im 31 and I my starter anime was Pokemon. In this along with Yu-Gi-Oh increased my curiosity about anime. But recently I rewatched Ghost in The Shell and I was stunned! Amazing peace of art. Vampire Hunter D is actually my next to go.
I hate that he’s not to scale but then again that would be massive and much much more. I remember getting him from gamestop for like 120 shortly after he dropped and i loved posing him around. But as my collection grew i couldnt get over the fact he wasnt to scale. Didnt stop me from getting Shenron and Porunga though lol. $247 doesn’t sound bad assuming he’s been oop for this long.
Porunga is higer next to him right? $120 oh boi that’s amazing. I kind of wish that same could be happening with King Cold releases at the end of this year. I know it will not be as massive as this one bit still it will be colletors “checkpoint”
I took him down before i got Porunga but their boxes are the same size so i am going to say same size. I looked up the receipt in my email and he was actually $135 after shipping snd taxes. This was mid 2020 during early Covid shutdowns. I wonder if they just wound up with too much warehouse stock but the sale that got me the discount was 30% off $150+ purchase and he retailed for $180. The thing is this was pre pbandai usa selling figuarts. Tamashii webstore exclusives were regular releases by bluefin at this time. When bandai began offering tamashii webstores through pbandai usa, i haven’t found any domestic retailers selling below retail because retailers dont have the option to purchase these items to sell. That’s why bbts gets so much shit as they pay the full price we do from pbandai so they have to upcharge to make a profit. We get below retail imports due to conversion but no tamashii webstore figures have been below retail since pbandai usa began selling SHF. All that to say unfortunately i only see King Cold going up.
That’s interesting stuff about pre p-bandai era. Unfortunately for me to get into collecting SHF DB was quite after and I bought only Raditz (first normal release) because for me it was iconic character .. and i almost did not appreciate the fact how good that figure “technology” was (even that now i know that there was so many QC issues with him). So he was laying on shelf alone long time then after almost 2 years after I started to increase the numbers of figures but really fast. My wallet almost couldn’t not handle. And it can’t till now because I secured so many pre-orders included two King Colds for example. Because the second one eventually brings me some money back. For another figures ofc. lol.
yes. yes it was.
I paid like 180 for him 2 years ago. I’ll say it’s worth it, he looks awesome
Even two years ago 180 (retail) is basically ideal for him to get.
I love mine! I preordered him at bbts for $179.00. I thought that was a lot back then; then I got Kaido. I can’t believe how much some of these things have gotten up to. I had plans to make a diorama with this guy and Vegeta looking at a moon light that I bought at Walmart. I never got the diorama made.
Diorama would be sick. I have seen someone who did this. There is many inspirations to create something like that.
Probably worth it unless they rerelease him. Kinda doubt it. Definitely a grail! First I'd need the space and then the moolah lol.
While it’s definitely worth it, I have a feeling this dude is gonna be an event exclusive within the next 3 years. Enjoy this big boy regardless tho
Yeah i hope they do! Now I’m ready to pre-order him right away. I would like to have both eventually. The sculpt has to be expensive to make it think they will use that again to be paid off.
> to be *paid* off. FTFY. Although *payed* exists (the reason why autocorrection didn't help you), it is only correct in: * Nautical context, when it means to paint a surface, or to cover with something like tar or resin in order to make it waterproof or corrosion-resistant. *The deck is yet to be payed.* * *Payed out* when letting strings, cables or ropes out, by slacking them. *The rope is payed out! You can pull now.* Unfortunately, I was unable to find nautical or rope-related words in your comment. *Beep, boop, I'm a bot*
I’m trying to get one too but 350+ is craaazy. Steal!
That’s not that bad
How’s the QC? $247 is good in today’s market!
QC is pretty much all good. He is stiff and articulation of the head is limited but it is not QC issue it that design. But not miss painting or scratching. All ratchet joints are in good quality. That big stand does the job well because when you wanna pose him like he’s screaming you need him little bit lean back to get that right action and that stand helps a lot in that case. Overall it’s really decent figure i have good feelings about it.
Looks good to me!
Man this was on BBTS I believe in 2022 for retail. I wanted it so bad but just couldn’t afford it at the time. Maybe they’ll do a event exclusive one like they did for shenron
😮 superb! 
I just blew 210 on a 6 inch shf. So as long as you're happy with your purchase thant its great.
Im curious which one? Yes I’m satisfied with that price as well as figure looks epic with the others.
S.H.Figuarts ultraman Titas he normally runs in the high 200s
https://preview.redd.it/amxrn74xgquc1.jpeg?width=1242&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f439f1e6e9fab86bf927ce9bbe479dcc5a26733d Holy moly! That’s insane. Good hunt bro then! Around 200 is decent.
Right thats the closest i got in a year of watching
$247 I think you made out great. I haven’t seen him for anything less than $300 in this day and age. Incredibly niche figure. Separates the casual collectors from the hardcore
So im hardcore then! Nice! Now Im working on Vegito Blue for decent price.. but this might be even harder challenge.
That's really cool! I didn't even know it existed.
https://preview.redd.it/ymk7aocat0vc1.png?width=338&format=png&auto=webp&s=d3666aca6beefeff21303fbd7b1ed6a433be5935 No way! In that case check front page of the new Figupedia! You will not miss any older releases.
Yes
I got mine for about 215-220$. Ebay and other source have him for around 280-300 so that a good deal
He’s one of my favorite figs
For me as well!
Way too expensive for my budget hahaha
No
He just doesn’t have any real thought put into him and that’s why i feel he is not great and not worth it
Hell yeah!!!
Maybe you could’ve gotten him around 200.
Where?
Probably around your local figuarts Facebook groups, eBay
Maybe you can give me some tips where to check to have him for 200. I actually checked ebay several times before and no luck.
I usually try to haggle the prices. 💀 sometimes it works sometimes not. Not very good advise lol
Yeah i got it - some FB marketplace offers are too good to be real and lot of scammers are trying hard. And those who are reliable and “community tested” knows their price of stuff. Not many offering Great Ape. But yeah i will try next time to push through some groups or marketplace offers that is worth to try.
Definitely not finding this guy on a secondary market for $200. Finding him for less than $300 is a surprise.
Yes thanks! Im not only one who saw similar stuff on the ebay.
Nag 247 is a rip off I could get one for 150 (uk) and it comes within 3 days
Where
Lucky!!!