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Moebius
02-05-2008, 06:42 PM
Posted on MySpace. At some point I'll get enough time to start doing this on the Moebius webpage, but just not enough day to go around as is. Hope you all like them!

kit-junkie
02-05-2008, 07:06 PM
It is now possible to get to the MySpace page via the Moebuis website (http://moebiusmodels.com/). Just click the link at the top right of the page. *bows* Thank you! Thank you! *bows--catches roses* Thank you!

EDIT: MAN!! Another GREAT LOOKING KIT! I can't wait!

Bruce Bishop
02-05-2008, 07:53 PM
So where is the picture? I tried looking on the main page and not there, and when I clicked on the 'pic' link it just showed a page full of different videos and things totally unrelated to model kits.

kit-junkie
02-05-2008, 07:56 PM
I think you need to be logged into your MySpace account.

pugknows
02-05-2008, 08:09 PM
Wow, Frank this looks incredible, I was wondering how you were going to handle the face and the detail on the base look sweet. Excellent design Chris, the future of plastic is looking great!
I wish I had these shots before I posted the MMR episode.
Rob
Monster Model Review
http://youtube.com/user/monstermodelreview

PerfesserCoffee
02-05-2008, 08:46 PM
Great looking model!

The bandages and other detailing are suberb! I especially like the period styling of his clothing.

One question, however: what's the deal with his nose? Will there be a hole in the bandages there in the final version? It seems that it shouldn't look eaten away nor decayed as the presence of the covering bandages seems to indicate vs. just not being visible there. He looks kind of like a mummy as it stands. The outline of a classic Roman nose would be much more preferable.

kit-junkie
02-05-2008, 08:52 PM
I've added the test shots to the Moebius site, for those who aren't on MySpace. It's just a quick, simple solution. Click the link on the Model Kit News page (http://moebiusmodels.com/model_kit_news.php)

Bruce Bishop
02-05-2008, 08:59 PM
Thanks! That looks great, and the base adds a lot to the figure.

Zorro
02-05-2008, 09:01 PM
That looks mighty nice!

Bruce Bishop
02-05-2008, 09:17 PM
I just noticed a little artificial nose laying on top of the table!

mcdougall
02-05-2008, 09:48 PM
Incredible!!! I really think the skull in the book case is totally cool , can't wait for this one!:)
Mcdee

PerfesserCoffee
02-05-2008, 10:18 PM
I just noticed a little artificial nose laying on top of the table!

I hope that wasn't misinterpreted as an artificial nose by the model makers. It's supposed to be just a covering for his nose which is still intact (IIRC).:confused:

ChrisW
02-05-2008, 10:35 PM
Perfessor Coffee - You are right, there should be a hole for the nose with the fake plastic nose resting on the table. That is the purpose of the test shots, to make sure that all elements are correct before tooling gets underway. Thanks for pointing it out!
There are other details that aren't in this test as well.

Night-Owl
02-06-2008, 12:12 AM
That is one seriously cool looking kit! :thumbsup: Kudos Chris on the design and kudos to the sculptor whomever they are. I like the look of the bandaged head. It really looks like an invisible head under the wrappings. Not to mention all the nifty stuff on the base. Thanks Frank!

fluke
02-06-2008, 02:50 AM
The quote the Beattles....

Its gettin better all the time!!!

AFILMDUDE
02-06-2008, 03:31 AM
WOW! This is another kit I'm really looking forward to! Looks fantastic!

BatToys
02-06-2008, 04:18 AM
Wow! What a spooky looking kit. Very Aurora and yet surpasses them.
The mouth reminded me of that famous screaming painting.

Are you going to have the glove supported by the bandages to make it look like it's floating in space unattached to his invisible wrist?

Maybe gaps in his coat like his tie and shirt open to show hollowness?

Maybe the rat can be half invisible as an experiment gone wrong. The table might look more dramatic on it's side like he knocked it over in anger.

mcdougall
02-06-2008, 07:38 AM
This kit has so much potential when it comes to customizing! That's why I always buy extra kits...I'm compelled to build one as per the instructions and Box art...then I can go nuts with the next one...I can see it now ...the table has just been hit and all the lab equipment is just starting to fly off the table...lots going on in this kit!!!:woohoo:
Mcdee

Moebius
02-06-2008, 11:09 AM
Wow! What a spooky looking kit. Very Aurora and yet surpasses them.
The mouth reminded me of that famous screaming painting.

Are you going to have the glove supported by the bandages to make it look like it's floating in space unattached to his invisible wrist?

Maybe gaps in his coat like his tie and shirt open to show hollowness?

Maybe the rat can be half invisible as an experiment gone wrong. The table might look more dramatic on it's side like he knocked it over in anger.

There will definitely be a little more going on than can be seen in these shots. It's still in progress, more work yet....

xsavoie
02-06-2008, 11:35 AM
Bravo,bravo,bravo.You guys are surpassing yourselves.You keep pushing the boundaries to near perfection.:woohoo:

Dr. Pretorius
02-06-2008, 02:23 PM
Looks nice so far!

I'll be getting this one when it comes out.

Dave Hussey
02-06-2008, 02:31 PM
Definitely looking very cool!

Huzz

Seaview
02-06-2008, 03:34 PM
NICE! I can almost hear Claude Raines' maniacal laughter looking at it! :roll:

mrmurph
02-06-2008, 06:28 PM
Fantastic! This is going to be so much fun to put together.

And the figure clearly [snort] isn't a direct representation of Claude Raines or any of the other Universal Invisible Men, but an accurate figure based on the novel. Hopefully Moebius can come up with other cool subjects from literature or legend, keeping us busy for long into the future.

Nicely done, guys!

kit-junkie
02-06-2008, 06:38 PM
Okay, I was able to put the viewer code into the Moebius site properly.

Here it is: http://moebiusmodels.com/invis_testShots/

SUNGOD
02-06-2008, 08:34 PM
Looks like another dent in my wallet!

Roy Kirchoff
02-06-2008, 08:37 PM
This is shaping up to one great kit.:thumbsup:
You guys rock!

RK

HARRY
02-06-2008, 08:50 PM
Wonderful!You guys have done it again!:woohoo:

xsavoie
02-06-2008, 11:25 PM
This kit should be one of Moebius top sellers.A guaranteed success.:hat:

BatToys
02-07-2008, 06:14 AM
Is a glow version square box planned?

beck
02-07-2008, 09:46 AM
i am getting ready to pre-order this one . super looking kit !!
any release date info ?
hb

Moebius
02-07-2008, 10:52 AM
Is a glow version square box planned?

Not on that one. We'll consider glow at some point, but I wouldn't copy the old Aurora box for it.

Moebius
02-07-2008, 10:55 AM
i am getting ready to pre-order this one . super looking kit !!
any release date info ?
hb

It's scheduled for June I believe. I haven't looked in a while at the dates! We're trying to get ahead at this point, so some of the prototype pictures that will come out soon are for releases in the distant future. It's tough to keep on schedule, and things done early like this give us the opportunity to keep to the dates we've promised.

xsavoie
02-07-2008, 12:33 PM
Was this scene in particular in the movie.Not that I am complaining,but why this version of the Invisible Man and not the same one in a fancier attire like the one from Darkhorse.Just curious.

BatToys
02-07-2008, 01:12 PM
After seeing the sculpt, I'm looking forward to IM as much as Gigantic Frankenstein.

otto
02-07-2008, 02:06 PM
After seeing the sculpt, I'm looking forward to IM as much as Gigantic Frankenstein. Me too!

Scheisseler
02-07-2008, 07:56 PM
Was this scene in particular in the movie.Not that I am complaining,but why this version of the Invisible Man and not the same one in a fancier attire like the one from Darkhorse.Just curious.

I'd imagine it's because this version doesn't require a license from Universal. (And "fancier attire"? Isn't the Dark Horse one wearing a robe? :) )

Looks great, btw. Really looking forward to this. And I'm thinking that bookcase with its various beakers and whatnot wouldn't look too bad behind Dr. Jekyll, either.

BatToys
02-09-2008, 05:06 AM
Chris,
Are you going to paint the Invisible Man box with a purple background to match the other Aurora monster box art?

beck
02-13-2008, 02:29 PM
thanks Frank . :thumbsup:
hb

Mitchellmania
02-22-2008, 05:02 PM
Looks awesome!! Lots of movement to the sculpt! Can't wait to see this one!

ChrisW
02-22-2008, 05:12 PM
Update - Dave just sent me some updated prototype pics. The weight and folds of the clothes and figure are awesome. Detail is being added to the bandages and elsewhere. I am stoked. :D

otto
02-22-2008, 06:31 PM
I dare say Frank has another winner on his hands!

Roy Kirchoff
02-23-2008, 06:37 PM
I was just looking at the pics of the test shots again and marveling at how quickly this has come to fruition.
Thanks Chris for a great idea - I'm sure you're very happy to see your concept "flesh" out.
Again I say 'Ain't modlin' fun?' ;)

RK

mcdougall
02-24-2008, 12:27 PM
Hey Chris any chance of posting any of those new test shot photos? and I'm dieing to see your Box Art...when is the Grand Unveiling? Very Stoked Indeed !
:thumbsup:
Mcdee

kit-junkie
02-24-2008, 01:02 PM
Hey Chris any chance of posting any of those new test shot photos? and I'm dieing to see your Box Art...when is the Grand Unveiling? Very Stoked Indeed !
:thumbsup:
Mcdee
McDee, I'll post new images to the Moebius site as I get them.

ChrisW
02-24-2008, 06:47 PM
McDee,
Most of the shots were of corrections - pin location, seam placement. I just kinda "looked around" at the other visible details.
Roy, yea, it is very cool indeed!

mcdougall
02-24-2008, 07:01 PM
Thanks Chris...just excited, this kit will be a great addition to my ever increasing Monster Model collection... I always favored the kits that had large bases with lots included,( like the Bride of Frankenstein) and the Invisible Man has the table full of lab equipment along with the bookcase full of stuff...a diorama in a box!
This is what a Monster Model should be!
:p Mcdee

BatToys
02-25-2008, 02:11 PM
What if the table was knocked over but invisible fluid that spilled made part of the table look like it's not touching the floor and the spill on the floor leaving holes?

PerfesserCoffee
02-25-2008, 04:23 PM
What if the table were knocked over but invisible fluid that spilled made part of the table look like it's not touching the floor and the spill on the floor leaving holes?

You just HAVE TO make things more complicated, don't you?:p

xsavoie
02-25-2008, 06:42 PM
It is true indeed.A diorama really adds life to a kit.:o