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Figure Fanaticism: MAI WAIFU Edition

In the past, I've posted around these parts on a couple of occasions regarding another one of my hobbies/obsessions outside of video games. (Though tangentially related.) I speak, of course, of figure collecting. I originally started collecting them back in college, though it wasn't really much of a collection in those days. Mostly, it was one or two figures I bought at a local hobby shop to spruce up my dorm room. It wasn't until some years later that I really started getting into it, and as more time has passed, the bug has just bitten harder. Here's what my collection more or less looked like a few years ago:

Tepig gets all the ladies.
Tepig gets all the ladies.

That's not the entire extent of my collection as it existed at the time (That's a tiny shelf, and I haven't exactly kept a well-maintained photographic archive), but yeah, not very big. Well, cut to a couple of years later, some bigger furniture, and...

Tepig, I think we really need to talk here.
Tepig, I think we really need to talk here.

And it's just gotten bigger. Anyway, I threw this blog together because I felt like sharing my most recent acquisitions. A Nendoroid mini-figure of the Vocaloid variant Haku Yowane:

My favorite variant character, by the way. (Poor girl. Low self-esteem and perpetual loser.)
My favorite variant character, by the way. (Poor girl. Low self-esteem and perpetual loser.)

Also, from Fire Emblem: Awakening, Tharja.

MAI WAIFU. (Thus, the blog title.)
MAI WAIFU. (Thus, the blog title.)

That's some seriously nice work, by the way. Perfectly balanced and doesn't even need to be fastened to the base. Oh, and a size comparison.

As if Haku didn't feel inferior enough already.
As if Haku didn't feel inferior enough already.

And finally a picture of the current state of my collection:

Oh, crap, that's a blurry one. (Goddamn it, Tepig!)
Oh, crap, that's a blurry one. (Goddamn it, Tepig!)

Yikes. Well, maybe a couple more close-ups will do.

Uh-oh. Another blurry one. I hope this isn't a sign of a hex. Guys, if I should meet a violent end, please do not disrespect the figure of the sullen stalker versed in black magics. Just, you know, fair warning and all that.
Uh-oh. Another blurry one. I hope this isn't a sign of a hex. Guys, if I should meet a violent end, please do not disrespect the figure of the sullen stalker versed in black magics. Just, you know, fair warning and all that.

Welp. I'm not a professional photographer, and it shows. Let's try one more.

There we go. Safe and sound next to Yukiko.
There we go. Safe and sound next to Yukiko.

Anyone else here in to figure collecting? What sorts have you got? If there's a blurry one you want to see more of, I can definitely take more pictures (and try not to suck at holding steady focus).

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this Statue (not a fig) was announced today, god fucking damn. Teetering on the edge here.

Have you got any links to where to order it? Mighty tempted by this one....

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Thanks man!! You're not kidding, the detail is absolutely insane and there's no way I'm passing this up. November is so far away....

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@bigjeffrey: I would kill for a fig with that much detail.

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I want a man waifu. What is the word for man waifu?

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@alwaysbebombing said:

I want a man waifu. What is the word for man waifu?

husbando

Ex. Master Chief Mai husbando

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@alwaysbebombing said:

I want a man waifu. What is the word for man waifu?

husbando

Ex. Master Chief Mai husbando

I'm glad my love has a name.

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@alwaysbebombing said:
@bigjeffrey said:

@alwaysbebombing said:

I want a man waifu. What is the word for man waifu?

husbando

Ex. Master Chief Mai husbando

I'm glad my love has a name.

It's all just semantics when your husbando is this pretty.

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After just finishing up watching Kill La Kill, I wouldn't say no to one these to start a collection.

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The most nerdy thing I have collected is Warhammer 40k models, which I painted just to display as I never really got into the game.

That is definitely a nice-looking figure!

I have a friend that's into playing Warhammer. That's a hole I doubt I'll ever fall down just because of the amount of dedication it requires, but the detail in their models and kits is impressive.

Speaking of detail, wow! That's definitely going to make fans of Master Chief happy.

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I've got a bunch of figurines and model kits (maybe I should do a blog post about them some day), but the closest thing I have to a Waifu is probably this:

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Oscar de Jarjes from the 1979 Anime Rose of Versailles. I'm also quite proud of this gashapon set I have for Maria-sama ga Miteru

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Strangely enough, I don't have very many video-game related figurines even though I play games way more often than I watch anime.

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@viqor said:

I've got a bunch of figurines and model kits (maybe I should do a blog post about them some day), but the closest thing I have to a Waifu is probably this:

Oscar de Jarjes from the 1979 Anime Rose of Versailles. I'm also quite proud of this gashapon set I have for Maria-sama ga Miteru

Strangely enough, I don't have very many video-game related figurines even though I play games way more often than I watch anime.

I love the looks of those! The Oscar figure in particular is very striking. I've seen some of Rose of Versailles and really enjoy the show, and I actually bought the complete series on DVD to give a viewing at some point. I believe that Maria-sama ga Miteru was also localized as Maria Watches Over Us and I was interested in watching that, as well. What's it like?

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I've contemplated buying figures in the past but ultimately I don't have the space to justify it right now. I do have a few tiny Pokémon figures, Axel Steel from Guitar Hero, and a soft Freddo Frog toy all on the shelf above my computer screen, but they're just things I've acquired over time and happened to put there. If I've learned anything in life, though, it's that once you are an actual homeowner you need to make said home your own; something which is probably best achieved with the likes of paintings, posters, and collection shelves. So when I reach that point perhaps I'll invest. I've seen plenty of videogame and/or anime figures I might be interested in, and I'd probably also consider some Warhammer/D&D style figurines. A friend of mine who is big on tabletop gaming (and often partakes in or DMs P+P RPGs) has several shelves in his dining/gaming room which are filled with various fantasy and sci-fi figures, and they look great.

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@hailinel: Rose of Versailles is one of my favorite shows of all time and especially the character of Oscar. The way that show handles gender roles is fantastic.

So Maria-sama. If I had to describe that show, I would say that it's very, very focused on character drama; there are almost no external threats, and that it takes its time expanding and building upon those characters. It is a very quiet and slow-paced show for the most part, so much so that its pace might turn some people off, but I think the characters are strong enough to carry the series on their own. (Also you're right, all 4 seasons are available on DVD in North America from Right Stuf)

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I enjoy anime but always found the absurd prices for some of the figurines and cost of importing back in the day a turn down, but if you got the money and love why not splurge on them. I do have a few of these in storage and probably some of the only action figures I own. Really thought these figures were super cool and I guess now some of them can sell for a pretty heavy penny to collectors. This one is probably the coolest one I got since its a San Diego Comic-Con exclusive from a few years back and of course it's LOBO.

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You're all being silently judged!

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You're all being silently judged!

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There are people like this in every sizable video game community... It's in no way isolated to Giant Bomb.

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@humanity: I can relate, all the Sonic inflation porn and foot fetishism on deviantart make me question humanity.

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@humanity: Oh no whatever shall I do? *buys more Hatsune Miku Merchandise*

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I just hope Jeff's tattoo came out alright, although HR might really frown on such art.

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@humanity: Well I mean let's look on the bright side at least it wasn't a Bible Black Tattoo.

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@humanity: Well I mean let's look on the bright side at least it wasn't a Bible Black Tattoo.

I'll have to be perfectly honest that I don't know what either of them are but I assume it's anime. Although I do wonder if Jeff looks this stuff up specifically for answers or does he really know these weird obscure references off the top of his head.

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@humanity said:

@demoskinos said:

@humanity: Well I mean let's look on the bright side at least it wasn't a Bible Black Tattoo.

I'll have to be perfectly honest that I don't know what either of them are but I assume it's anime. Although I do wonder if Jeff looks this stuff up specifically for answers or does he really know these weird obscure references off the top of his head.

I've watched a lot of anime and never heard of either of them. Jeff is operating on another level when it comes to his knowledge of anime hentai.

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@humanity: I guess you could call Bible Black an anime.

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@cale said:

@humanity said:

@demoskinos said:

@humanity: Well I mean let's look on the bright side at least it wasn't a Bible Black Tattoo.

I'll have to be perfectly honest that I don't know what either of them are but I assume it's anime. Although I do wonder if Jeff looks this stuff up specifically for answers or does he really know these weird obscure references off the top of his head.

I've watched a lot of anime and never heard of either of them. Jeff is operating on another level when it comes to his knowledge of anime hentai.

It's an old meme but I've seen worse tats.
It's an old meme but I've seen worse tats.

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That response is literally the best.

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I literally laughed for 3 minutes straight. Jeff is the greatest person ever.

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This is fabulous!

@viqor said:

@hailinel: Rose of Versailles is one of my favorite shows of all time and especially the character of Oscar. The way that show handles gender roles is fantastic.

So Maria-sama. If I had to describe that show, I would say that it's very, very focused on character drama; there are almost no external threats, and that it takes its time expanding and building upon those characters. It is a very quiet and slow-paced show for the most part, so much so that its pace might turn some people off, but I think the characters are strong enough to carry the series on their own. (Also you're right, all 4 seasons are available on DVD in North America from Right Stuf)

Four seasons? I didn't realize it had gone on for that long. Still, it sounds like the sort of show I'd be into. Thanks!

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I know what Bible Black is but I never heard of Words Worth. It's weird when someone who hates anime knows stuff that I don't.

Edit: Thanks, Internet:

Genres: Adventure, Demons, Fantasy, Hentai, Magic

Duration: 30 min. per episode

Rating: Rx - Hentai

This shit is like 14 years old.

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@alexandersheen: The tl;Dr is that its a midevil fantasy setting. It got a lot of attention in the early '00's because notable adult actresses like Jenna Jameson did VO for some of the characters.

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Ha Jeff's Tumblr is fucking gold

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Was a freebie when I last ordered a bunch of stuff from my good man and store-owner in Japan. Great show, great character, great model, 4:1:2.5, free, it doesn't get any better.

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@somejerk: That's a heck of a bonus. I like the dress she's wearing!

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@somejerk: Free Nyaruko? That's straight baller son.

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@bigjeffrey said:

@alwaysbebombing said:

I want a man waifu. What is the word for man waifu?

husbando

That's stupid! Why are people so stupid?

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At least my shoujos are safe from ridicule......

.....Was what I wanted to post before my eyes caught the Katawa Shoujo bit not two seconds after typing that. I wish I was kidding. Oh,well. At least it's nice knowing we're an army.

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I went to Ottawa Comic Con over the weekend, lot of cool statues and figs that I could not afford. Almost wound up buying a gundam kit then realized i suck at building stuff.

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You're all being silently judged!

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At least my shoujos are safe from ridicule......

.....Was what I wanted to post before my eyes caught the Katawa Shoujo bit not two seconds after typing that. I wish I was kidding. Oh,well. At least it's nice knowing we're an army.

Well, between my blog, your blog, and @demoskinos posting about Miku at a Lady Gaga concert, I think we've completed the omega nerd trifecta. Or however our anonymous friend would put it.

I went to Ottawa Comic Con over the weekend, lot of cool statues and figs that I could not afford. Almost wound up buying a gundam kit then realized i suck at building stuff.

Cons are dangerous that way!

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@hailinel said:

@video_game_king said:


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You're all being silently judged!

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At least my shoujos are safe from ridicule......

.....Was what I wanted to post before my eyes caught the Katawa Shoujo bit not two seconds after typing that. I wish I was kidding. Oh,well. At least it's nice knowing we're an army.

Well, between my blog, your blog, and @demoskinos posting about Miku at a Lady Gaga concert, I think we've completed the omega nerd trifecta. Or however our anonymous friend would put it.

I imagine something along the lines of this, for that complete feeling.

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@hailinel said:

@video_game_king said:


@humanity said:

You're all being silently judged!

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At least my shoujos are safe from ridicule......

.....Was what I wanted to post before my eyes caught the Katawa Shoujo bit not two seconds after typing that. I wish I was kidding. Oh,well. At least it's nice knowing we're an army.

Well, between my blog, your blog, and @demoskinos posting about Miku at a Lady Gaga concert, I think we've completed the omega nerd trifecta. Or however our anonymous friend would put it.

I imagine something along the lines of this, for that complete feeling.

So, are we basically the planeteers of nerdery? We combine our powers to summon the omega nerd like Capetian Planet?

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@video_game_king said:

I imagine something along the lines of this, for that complete feeling.

So, are we basically the planeteers of nerdery? We combine our powers to summon the omega nerd like Capetian Planet?

If that's the case, I hope I'm not the one stuck with the heart ring.

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@hailinel: I call fire, my avatar is Flame Dragon style after all.

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@hailinel said:

@demoskinos said:

@video_game_king said:

I imagine something along the lines of this, for that complete feeling.

So, are we basically the planeteers of nerdery? We combine our powers to summon the omega nerd like Capetian Planet?

If that's the case, I hope I'm not the one stuck with the heart ring.

Think of all the dogs you'll be able to talk with.

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I was talking about Xenoblade. How did we get stuck on Captain Planet?

*calls Alvis*

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Ladies and gentlemen, science has gone too far:

Ch-ch-ch-ch-ha-ha-ha-ha...
Ch-ch-ch-ch-ha-ha-ha-ha...

Yes, that is a gender-swapped bishoujo Jason Voorhees. Yes, I preordered it. There's one for a similarly bishoujo-fied Freddy Kruger as well, but I'm not feeling that one as much.

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@hailinel: So, I still haven't bought any figures, but I do find myself checking some sites on occasion when my resolve weakens. Anyway, I saw the Freddy one and I think, between the two, you made the right choice.

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@hailinel: Bit too skimpy for my tastes, especially compared to the 100% covered up male Jason.

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@deadpancakes: @hailinel: Now I am curious as to what the Freddy one looks like.

Like this.
Like this.

@hailinel: So, I still haven't bought any figures, but I do find myself checking some sites on occasion when my resolve weakens. Anyway, I saw the Freddy one and I think, between the two, you made the right choice.

Yeah, I think so too.

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Girl has some abs on her.