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Post by Megaraptor on Oct 1, 2010 23:46:24 GMT
Epanterias, yes I am fan of this bigger Allo Epanterias is just a large Allosaurus. And as Sbell said, there's really no point making two species of the same genus, except for modern animals where you can really tell the difference.
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Post by Gorgonopsid on Oct 2, 2010 5:52:21 GMT
You know me, I'd like some pre dinosaurs.
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Post by Horridus on Oct 2, 2010 11:50:13 GMT
You know me, I'd like some pre dinosaurs. Given how much of a prehistoric toy staple it is, I wouldn't totally discredit Dimetrodon as a viable choice...
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Post by tanystropheus on Oct 3, 2010 23:33:40 GMT
It would be wonderful if they did the JP Ankylo and Brachio. And redid the kangaroo Rex. I would like to see a JP-style running T-rex sculpt. Almost a day after I suggested a Papo running T-rex.........We get a Wild Safari running T-rex!
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Post by tanystropheus on Oct 4, 2010 2:24:01 GMT
You know me, I'd like some pre dinosaurs. Given how much of a prehistoric toy staple it is, I wouldn't totally discredit Dimetrodon as a viable choice... Yes, we need a new Dimetrodon figure. To this very day, the Tyco Dimetrodon remains the most aesthetically supreme Dimetrodon ever designed (The embellishments on the sail are ultra-exquisite). Unfortunately the pose is very static.
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Post by tanystropheus on Oct 4, 2010 2:27:27 GMT
Epanterias, yes I am fan of this bigger Allo Epanterias is just a large Allosaurus. And as Sbell said, there's really no point making two species of the same genus, except for modern animals where you can really tell the difference. Actually, a Papo Epanterias or a new Papo Allosaurus variant, with a somewhat different (and dynamic) but equally impressive pose, would be well appreciated, considering the fact that the Papo Allosaurus is Papo's most critically acclaimed dinosaur representation to date.
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Post by crankydinosaur on Oct 4, 2010 3:10:57 GMT
Everything before and after the dinosaurs plzthnx!!
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Post by Meso-Cenozoic on Oct 4, 2010 5:43:07 GMT
I was also thinking a Dimetrodon would be nice to see from Papo. He's also my favorite pre-dino! ;D BTW, I do like the newer Carnegie Dimetrodon. I think he's also a nice figure.
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Post by Meso-Cenozoic on Oct 4, 2010 5:50:00 GMT
Hey, Cordy mentioned earlier about a Todd Marshall style mosasaur. How 'bout a Todd Marshall style Dimetrodon?!
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Post by blackdanter on Oct 4, 2010 8:35:33 GMT
...I've noticed that a lot of folks here are quick to complain about minute inaccuracies in some Papo figures (like big feet, antler-like horns, etc) but sometimes overlook/defend the inaccuracies (thin ankles, etc) awkward poses and sloppy painting of the Carnegie therapods. I notice this too. The main argument for such a stance would be that a greater attempt at accuracy has been made upon the whole by Carnegie, so that overlooking their shortcomings is perhaps more palatable. But I would suggest too that an uncomfortable posture with a lesser feel of vitality -- and consequently less impression of realism -- may not necessarily be more 'accurate' than, say, a misplaced horn. I also find puzzling the faint implication from some quarters that expressing a preference for artistry equals an ignorance of, or indifference towards, the science. It is possible for one to highly appreciate both, and indeed to appreciate whichever weight a certain company chooses to invest in their figures. I think we sometimes forget that the very act of creating miniature representations of something in order to purchase, treasure and admire them, is in its very nature an art. It is why so many of us collect all kinds of figures that no longer correspond to the current, correct view of the animals they depict, or that are purposefully stylised in all manner of ways. It is as I recently said on the Recent Acquisitions thread: 'Ultimately though, it doesn't matter a wit how accurate a figure is if one likes it. That's the most material reason for getting anything'. And before I'm suspected of being more enamoured of Papo than I claim, my position is simple: I value both the artistry and the science enormously, and I don't always have trouble valuing them independently of each other when they are warranted. I'm just as likely to praise Carnegie highly for their accuracy of features, as Papo for their artistic merits and 'animated' sense of realism. I risk sounding repetitive, but I think it bears it. I think the advocacy of an open mind is no bad thing. If I seem to be showing greater defence towards Papo in the present context, it will be because I'm much more likely to defend something which appears to me to take more than its fair share of battering. And yes, I very much look forward to Papo's embracing the current thinking in the production of their figures, because I feel certain that they will be simply beautiful, and more than likely to beat the competition hands down. When I speak of the possibility of 'great things' in this respect, it is not to disparage what they do now, but mindful of the vast advantage such a prospect would bring. It would also be beneficial in perhaps persuading detractors to begin looking more kindly upon them. We seem to have two camps of collectors here. Those who are looking for figures that are scientific documents if you like and those who consider the artistry first. I don't know which camp I fall into Niroot but predominantly I look at the aesthetics, artistry and personality of the figure first but, I'm also drawn to scientific accuracy as well although, one mans accuracy seems to be another's threat to national security. I have a few figures by Papo and quite a lot by Safari (about 75% of their output). Safari are getting better and better without a doubt. Having said that, I have about a third of my collection of dinosaurs on display at any one time due to space limitations and the fact that I really need to redecorate this room before I have too much out. The reality is that with my current situation I have all of my Papos out and about 5 Safari on display. Thinking about it, it's not down to the fact that I can't have more on display it's because I don't consciously chose to (I could easily rotate figures). Aesthetically speaking, I'm just not fond enough of Safari's 'document' style to live with it every day in the same way perhaps that you wouldn't decorate your home environment with scientific papers. I've had the same thing as you, the inference that I'm somehow ignorant because I prefer one figure to another that is perceived as less accurate and I've seen this directed at others (it did used to be a lot worse but has sorted itself out in the main part). I just put it down to some people accepting what their told and some people don't. I don't, I wasn't raised that way. It's simple with me when it comes to accuracy, show me your pedlars license or take your quakery to some other mark. I'm not sure exactly what's going on with Safari on the board. I am starting to notice something akin to viral marketing As for Papo, as I said on a similar thread sometime back (I emailed them this request aswell). I'll have a Dimetrodon please
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Post by Horridus on Oct 4, 2010 15:06:59 GMT
How 'bout a Todd Marshall style Dimetrodon?! YES. Perfect fit for Papo. They could really pull it off and make it look magnificent.
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Post by Gorgonopsid on Oct 4, 2010 21:59:34 GMT
Hey, Cordy mentioned earlier about a Todd Marshall style mosasaur. How 'bout a Todd Marshall style Dimetrodon?! OH! That's cool. Please do.
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Post by fooman666 on Oct 7, 2010 7:08:24 GMT
despite it inaccuracies i would like to see papo do a JP3 ceratosaurus if only because i like the colour way,a carnotaurus would be nice too
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Post by amanda on Oct 7, 2010 13:43:03 GMT
Dimetrodon would be cool, but Papo really hasn't done a lot of non dinos--minus the mamoth and plesiosaur. Now, if the allo papo sculpter were on duty, I'd say a ceratosaurus, or carnotaurus would rock, as would a totally wrong, yet gnarly mosasaur. I would actually like to see them take on ankylosaurus. If the plesio papo folks showed up, then, really, I'd prefer nothing at all...
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Post by Megaraptor on Oct 8, 2010 19:40:42 GMT
Now, if the allo papo sculpter were on duty, I'd say a ceratosaurus, or carnotaurus would rock, as would a totally wrong, yet gnarly mosasaur. I would actually like to see them take on ankylosaurus. If the plesio papo folks showed up, then, really, I'd prefer nothing at all... LOL! Unfortunately that is so true.
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Post by dyscrasia on Oct 8, 2010 22:07:00 GMT
The same sculptor did all the papo dinosaurs. Not sure about the non-dinosaurs though.
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Post by davidhingtgen on Oct 9, 2010 7:05:02 GMT
1. Lambeosaurus 2. Ceratosaurus 3. Iguanodon
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Post by john2xtheman on Oct 24, 2010 17:53:55 GMT
I wonder what Papo's take on something like Ornithosuchus or Euparkeria would be like? Or Proterosuchus given the way the sculptor Woon does reptilian scaley hides on it's dinosaurs?
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Post by davidhingtgen on Oct 30, 2010 4:12:57 GMT
Forgot to mention Ouranosaurus.
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Post by foxilized on Oct 30, 2010 4:33:42 GMT
Definitely: BARYONYX. And a jp3 Ceratosaurus would be awesome too. And a JP Gallimimus. And they could go into sauropods (what about a cool JP Brachiosaurus?)
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