Episode 119 Adventureland Tiki
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Ep. 119 Adventureland Tiki This week we talk about all the June releases that were announced, the idea of lower LE/higer price tag, and some rumored upcoming vinyls and dates. |
Fantasia G8or and Hippo
We have been waiting for this one, and Thomas Scott left it for last. The famous Gator and Hippo from Fantasia are the 8th and final two piece combo in this wonderful series. It will be released at the parks and online on June 28. Like the rest of the series, it will be $24.95 and LE 2,000.
There are many ways we thought the Gator could fit on the Mickey platform, and I think Thomas did a wonderful job. The color in the ears have always given this series and added flare. This combo is no different. The Gator’s face extends down onto the body and fits on there so well. Its all about proportions to make it look right, and this is pulled off so very well. This series has and need accessories, so the cape is perfect.
The Hippo is simple and elegant. We do have two Hippos already, but this is the first normal 3″. We have the 9″ with fabric skirt and the 3″ that was the chaser from the Disney Store’s light up series. I do want to see this one in person. As much as I like it, I might have liked a lighter shade for the Hippo just to make it pop some more. I do love the purple eye lids and other highlights that really help the design.
Episode 105 Pirates of the Caribbean Helmsman
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Ep. 105 Pirates of the Caribbean Helmsman This week we record at the Animal Kingdom Lodge with special guest Scuba Owl. He is an avid listener and Vinylmation writer. We talk about all things vinyl and the future of the hobby. In a twist, Scuba Owl interviews us to give you the chance to learn more about us. We also deliver all the latest news and the current release calendar. |
Fantasia 6 Announced
MC just missed his prediction with Cutesters 5 being shown after the podcast, but his prediction for this week came true. Today Disney showed us Fantasia combo 6: Harpy and Demon from Night on Bald Mountain. (Careful, the Harpy might not be PG.) Thomas Scott designed this set releasing on March 15th, 2013. This (like the other Fantasia sets) will cost $24.95 and there will only be 1,500 of them. Here are some examples of what these characters looked like in the movies.
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Have you gotten any of the Fantasia sets? What could be the next set?
Episode 107 XP-37 Space Cruiser
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Ep. 107 XP-37 Space Cruiser This week we discuss Cutesters en Vogue, Oz, Fantasia and more. We also have a discussion about trading at the parks and welcome two solutions. We talk to Bryan Forsberg who has opened a dialogue with Disney and has started a petition. We of course have the latest release dates as well. |
Fantasia LE Combos Explained
Fantasia LE Combos Explained
Release Dates: Vary. 1 per month beginning in October 2012
$24.95
This series features 8 two 3″ figure combo packs based on the 1940 Disney animated classic Fantasia. Each set is an LE 1500 and will feature some characters never before on merchandise.
Update 05/03/13 Photos and release date of Series 8 Gator and Hippo added.
Update 01/07/13 Release date, no picture, for Set 5 Baucchaus and Donkey added.
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Yensid & Apprentice Mickey Set 1 October 12, 2012 (D-Streets) |
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Fawn & Unicorn Set 2 November 16, 2012 (Facebook Store) November 30, 2012 (Disney Store Online) |
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Stegosaurus & Tyrannosaurus Set 3 December 28, 2012 (D-Streets and Online) |
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Goldfish & Hoplow Set 4 January 25, 2013 (D-Streets) |
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Baucchus and Donkey Set 5 February 22, 2013 (Online) |
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Harpy and Demon Set 6 March 15, 2013 |
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Zeus and Vulcan Set 7 April 26, 2013 |
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Gator and Hippo Set 8 June 28, 2013 (Parks and Online) |
Fantasia Series 1 Release Date Announced
The first in a series of 8 Fantasia Combo Sets has a release date. The Yensid/Mickey set will be released on Friday, October 12 at both D-Streets. It will be $24.95 and has an edition size of 2000.
Check out our Fantasia Explained page for me info.
New November Vinylmation Release Dates
Lots of news today about release dates. Here is all the NEW info from the events page.
At D-Streets:
On October 19th
Park 11 and the Park 11 Combo topper will be released.
On October 26th
Park 11 9″ Grizzly Peak ($44.95) will be released
“Disney-Pixar Toy Story 2” Buzz, Little Green Men, Jessie, and Woody ($12.95 each). I think this is the Japanese Andy’s Drawings ones.
On November 2nd
Disneyland or Walt Disney World Resort Annual Passholder Series #3 ($14.95)
Villians Series #3 ($12.95 each)
Disney’s Prep & Landing ($26.95)
On November 16th
Disney-Pixar Series #1 ($12.95 each)
Phineas & Ferb Series, Agent P (we assume the Christmas Tree variant) ($12.95)
In WDW, artist signing with Maria Clapsis, Ron Cohee, and Thomas Scott from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at D-Street.
On November 23rd
Disney-Pixar Series #1, Heimlich Combo Pack ($24.95) (Is this a combo topper?)
At the Disney Stores:
On November 9th
2012 Santa Mickey Mouse ($16.95)
On November 16th
Disney-Pixar Series #1 ($12.95 each)
Fantasia Series #2 – Unicorn and Faun (LE 2,000 $24.95)
On November 23rd
Disney-Pixar Series #1, Heimlich Combo Pack ($24.95)
On November 30th
Phineas & Ferb Series, Agent P ($12.95)
Fantasia Series #2 – Unicorn and Faun (LE 1,500 $24.95)
So first, it looks like there are two possible dates for the 2nd Fantasia Combo Pack, but it is ONLY online. (I’d try the 16th because it’s got the right edition size). Which of these sets are you picking up? Remember that the Classics set also comes out this month. Any one’s wallets feeling a bit thin yet?
Fantasia 3 Online
Fantasia 3 came online today. Check out the backs of the figures. Both are Dinosaurs which I have always enjoyed. $24.95 for the combo pack of two. They should also show up in D-Streets later today.
How many of the Fantasia sets have you gotten so far?