Dollfie Dream
Have always seen Dollfies at figure shows before but didn't really take notice of them until the last Chara Hobby where I saw a gorgeous Dollfie Asuka - but cost 54,000 yen...
Then got a better look at the quality of Volks Saber Dollfie in November at Sankaku - cost was 99,750 yen @.@
Quite pricey so never managed to get myself to part with that sum of money but it seems that sponsors have been taking note of my needs and now have two suddenly acquired Dollfie's - the Saber and now Dollfie Dream Aoi who retails for 39,900 yen.
Very cute tsundere type face.
Joints on figma's used to bother me but after playing with them for a while, I appreciate the balance taken to acquire an articulate figure with decent looks.
Same goes for Dollfies - the ball joints used to really stand out in my mind but now that I have them, they don't bother me at all.
The term for these dolls are Ball Jointed Doll (BJD) and in Japanese its Kyutai Kansetsu Ningyo [球体関節人形[きゅうたいかんせつにんぎょう]].
Aoi-chan comes with pantsu and a slip dress. Been looking for this outfit for her but its sold out everywhere. As you can see with that outfit - the ball joints are covered anyway when they are fully clothed.
Dollfies are said to be created from the DNA of Gaianessforn - beings from the 5th moon next to Arquantica orbiting the 9th trajectory of Gammonherth.
And just like all beings from the 5th moon next to Arquantica orbiting the 9th trajectory of Gammonherth - they only talk to the first person they lay their eyes on.
For the past few days, Dollfie Aoi has been telling me about dreams that shes been having of late and we think that somehow during the DNA cloning process, past experiences were also cloned at the same time.
Even though all Dollfies were cloned from a single being, each Dollfie is born with a specialty. Aoi was born with heavy artillery expertize and demanded that I equip her with any artillery that I had lying around the house.
Aoi has gorgeous hair that needs little maintenance - Sabers hair is a pain to care for.
The huge box that the Dollfies come in. The Dollfie Dream line dolls are 60cm tall. Dont know how heavy they are but feel more than 1kg.
Could this be the next in thing? Girls with heavy artillery in a slip dress?
A look at same clothing samples from comrades at HLJ.
Shoes at 2,800 yen. Perfect for when the Mirai-chan Dollfie costume is ready ^o^
Alice dress from HLJ - 4,000 yen.
Thanks again to HLJ for thinking about the welfare of the new Dollfies and donating these clothing samples ^o^
And with my new found interest, I find myself looking at Dollfie blogs and shopping for accessories. Was at the Tachikawa Volks store this weekend looking for stuff.
Looking for some wigs.
The Volks stores dedicated to Dollfies are known as Tenshi no Sumika. There is one in Ginza, Harajuku, Akihabara, Shinjuku and in many other locations located around Japan.
Here we look at Dollfie body parts.
And this is what a Dollfie looks like on the inside. The material is built from Titaniloxydon - a powdery like substance mined from the 26th moon orbiting karnolthylon. Titaniloxydon has special properties enabling a high degree of articulation within a clone Dollfie and has the ability to look like the man made substance known on Earth as Plasticus.
More Dollfies in the Window. Love that Saber pose - will do the same with mine ^^;
And here are some goodies that I picked up.
First up is the L size bust - for a dannychoo.com reader who is working on the Mirai costume for me ^^;
Cost 3,150 yen.
Blonde wig - 3,990 yen. Should that be spelt Blond or Blonde?
Dollfie bases - 2,940 yen each. Dollfies can just about stand on their own but a gust of wind or fart could topple them. Earthquake ridden Japan Dollfie owners need these.
Their also exists saddle type stands too but they seem to be sold out everywhere.
A look at Sabers new hair style - have not combed or styled it yet though.
Gorgeous twirls.
Saber with Aoi-chans wig.
And a few more of Saber while we are at it. Figma Saber looking bery small indeed.
Kawaii!
The wig needs re-styling when you remove it which I have not done for this pic.
Another figma size comparison.
Have rearranged the table a bit to accommodate the Dollfies. Had to be brutal with myself and retire some figures to make space.
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大学の学生 １st year
http://otakunaka.blogspot.com/
That's pretty awesome Have wanted a Dollfie till now xD
But how big are they ?
Student
http://andreijournal.blogspot.com
From Danny's possession, it says 1 ft.
Assistant Director
I'm fairly certain they're 1/3rd scale, so closer to 1'5"~1'8", depending on the one you're getting... They're handmade pieces, and occasionally you can get some huge variation in types... Unfortunately, as much as I'd like to get one, they're horribly expensive to get into, and I've yet to find a perfect one... Might have to go take a chat with the local dollfie otas to see what I can do to get one... lol
Honestly the last thing I need to get into, but they're so fricken neat...
Student
Notice the size of the doll costumes shown on some pictures, its stated there that the clothes are for 60cm dolls so my 99% sure guess would be that the dolls are 60cm tall :)
I really would love to have one or two of these... I'm going to Shanghai next March, any idea if these are available there as well or possible to order there by mail?
Banker
http://www.singaporetempjob.blogspot.com
Dollfies looks cute but I wonder if there is a market in Singapore for them?
Student
http://andreijournal.blogspot.com
The twirly wig of Saber looks awesome!
Student
http://burningland.deviantart.com/
Yes, i agree. Twirly wig is very very cute. LEAVE IT ON HER DANNY!
ダメ人間, ひきこもり
I agree!
I thought that was her original hair when not tied up to make that.... uh... bread like stuff behind her head... but that's definitely good
University Student
Awesome Dollfie Danny ^_^
Saber with long hair is nice, and it's "blond" though most people would think it's "blonde"
銀河帝国五〇一軍团 TK/TD 8316 M.E.P.D. Police Sergeant
http://gordonator.com/
we spell it with an "e" over here. ('~')
Troubleshooter, Universal Exports
http://funkyblueame.tumblr.com/
I have always used e too. ^^ Spelling of this word depends on gender
website/graphic designer and karaoke amateur~
http://www.furudango.com
That's indeed the case~ "blonde" is for females and "blond" is for males :3
Though I don't think many people really bother with being specific, I don't remember ever learning at school, I found out searching on the net a few years ago.
Assistant Director
Blond is masuline ref, also used in ref to the colour, blonde usually refers to hair, or in ref to a blonde woman, etc.
Personally, I'm Canadian, and follow the english english, and tend to avoid mixing it up with american english, but more or less, as long as the recieving end understands it, I don't see much of a need for all the policing~
Although, in this case, I think we've all nailed Tachi on the blond issue~ xD
Both work, but are used in differing cases~
former Emperor of Britannia
http://reflectiarx.wordpress.com/
This is totally KICKASS!!!
Me wants one too but it'll be a while before i could lay my hands on such item XD
Saber with Aoi's wig is MOE too.
Otaku / Student in Networking
http://hayasaki-kun.blogspot.com/
I want Saber dollfie!! >0<
Filmmaker
http://josewritingthelife.blogspot.com/
They do look good and all.... but in way.. I wouldn't want them in a dark room with me..
BioResearch Assistant
Asuka with a blaster for far range attack. Saber with her sword for close up and personal attack.
I'd call that good security.
US Navy Sailor
http://punynari.wordpress.com/
Thats a cool pic of the insides of a Dollfie. Was wondering how they got the articulation. I'm surprised the Volks store let you take all those pics but thank you for them.
Congrats on your new sexy Dollfie Dream.
Lover of Akiba!
http://vincentosshrine.com/
This is an "MUST HAVE", but maybe buy it during 2009 (its very expensive O_o)
Love Aoi more than Saber
Associate Network Administrator
Is it wrong of me to think that slip dress looks sexy on Aoi?
銀河帝国五〇一軍团 TK/TD 8316 M.E.P.D. Police Sergeant
http://gordonator.com/
You are (not) alone.
Associate Network Administrator
Oh, good. Though if I get this, I'll not be able to use the 'They're not dolls' excuse anymore.
keroro platoon member
http://heathorn.wordpress.com
Long hair saber is hawt!!
NEET
I'm amazed by Aoi's expression... Somehow I prefer Aoi over Saber...
Student
http://heleth.wordpress.com/
Aoi has the "don't mess with me" look.
keroro platoon member
http://heathorn.wordpress.com
Agreed. I think her face is suitable for Karen Stadfeld outfit
Student
http://myanimelist.net/profile/Unyuu
Super cute but unfortunately, I can not afford it. I love the doll, really moe; the bust, face, etc... is in my opinion perfectly done.
http://akari-nyan.deviantart.com/
Me want Dolfie with heavy artillery!
College Student/Web Designer
My gf has a Korean Dolfie that she makes clothing for and hangs out with her other Dolfie friends with. Never really got into it but I can see why people love them ^^I
Pseudo-Graphic Designer, 触手 wrangler, H-Man
http://lightningsabre.blogspot.com/
More Dollfies?? Aoi looks good, reminds me of a short hair Edelweiss figure. But yeah, I can't really spare $800-$1000 to get a Dollfie ^^;
Student
So nice... Question though, which wig is the long one on Saber? I just ordered myself the new "Mermaid wave" wig and wondering if it'll look similar.
CEO MIrai Inc
http://www.dannychoo.com/profile/eng/
Cant remember the name of the wig ^^;
Student
http://chappypyon.wordpress.com/
I would prefer a mama chapp, but dollfie is a 'want' as well. XD
Otaku, Animation Major
http://xlhaseolx.deviantart.com/
I gotta say Saber looks awesome.
Otaku
http://imperiomoe.wordpress.com
Dollfie are cute but expensive to bad T_T
銀河帝国五〇一軍团 TK/TD 8316 M.E.P.D. Police Sergeant
http://gordonator.com/
was kinda expecting cast off pics but oh well... ('~')
and i think we know who that member is... ('~')
CEO MIrai Inc
http://www.dannychoo.com/profile/eng/
Cat off pics will come with unboxing photos ^^;
Motion Graphics Designer
wow dolfies are really nice. i would definitely want one in the future. the joints still kinda bother me somewhat, especially when it's showing a lot, like the knee joints when they're kneeling but i guess it's a necessity for it to be so posable. i just love aoi's tsundere face. i'm a sucker for tsunderes, haha ^^;
i'll definitely be ridiculed by my friends if i collect dolfies >.< those outdoor enthusiast people have no mercy, lol.
p/s: i think both spelling works but i have been using 'blonde' forever, haha
Figurine Enthusiast, Uni Student
nice dolfies ^^:
http://animaticfigmation.com/
Both dollfies looking awesome here, your sponsors are truly superb. Love the wavy hair on Saber. Now that's a store I could go broke in... especially if I took my wife. I'd love to get one of them in my lifetime at the least though.
2nd year Civil Engineering Student
http://soonkiong.blogspot.com
Saber looks great but still dolls gives me the creeps... ^^;;
houkouonchi
http://www.flickr.com/photos/red_mango/
How are the wigs held on their heads?
CEO MIrai Inc
http://www.dannychoo.com/profile/eng/
The wig has some elastic inside which keeps it on.
JR. College Student
http://npc.talkingincircles.net/
Cute, but I don't think I would want to own one.
I'm not a doll person...
http://orange.exofire.net
I'll take the sword and the rifle. =]
Doll eyes are still odd to me...
Love Aoi's expression, gotta save money to get one.
???Confused???
They compliment each other...one on the front lines and the other the long range backup...would like to get some, but they are to high maintenance for me right now...
http://jellykiss.com/fridayblog
Welcome to the addictive world of dollfie/super dollfie/dollfie dream dolls, Danny! I totally love the Saber DD but I actually prefer to get Volks' latest DD body called the "Dynamite Body". It has an even better body as it's much more sexy than the one that your 2 DD girls have.
http://www.volks.co.jp/jp/ikkitousen/dddy_kanu.html She's so hot! I must have her!
No more NEET, enineering student now...g
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Why does money always stand in an otaku's way ^^;; Dollfie's look a little weird at first, but after looking at them for some time I find them much more adorable. The joints don't really matter too.
Student
http://mizunoyuutsu.wordpress.com/
ah, animeis an expensive hobby after all. haven't you seen all those de-motivator posters tagging with lines like "drug's cheaper" ? :D
Troubleshooter, Universal Exports
http://funkyblueame.tumblr.com/
Wow Saber-chan does look wonderful with that wig. Then again she looks very smart with the Aoi-chan wig as well. The ladies will need Yukata when summer comes along and... Some I can see myself spending a lot of money. ^^; I'm sure it will not take you long before you try making your own clothing. ^^
Student
http://mizunoyuutsu.wordpress.com/
This is probably the first time in my life I'm saying this: Dolls rocks.
University student and part-time Super Sentai.
This article has changed my outlook on Dollfies. Used to think they look weird but now think that they look gorgeous. Aoi-chan's slip dress looks strangely appealing...
CEO MIrai Inc
http://www.dannychoo.com/profile/eng/
The slip dress feels soft n silky too ^^;
Student
I'm not really a doll kind of guy but those Dollfies are pretty tempting... I won't be able to afford them any time soon anyways though XD
Student
Long-haired Saber must stay!
Some of those Dolfie's look slightly... meh. Others look outstanding. I love the customization aspect, too. However, I am filled with absolute HORROR looking at the prices? 2,940￥ for a base?
browsing the nets
http://otakuposts.blogspot.com/
i like dolfies but dont want to buy them. they are very overpriced i think. so dolfie's have pink iris? also noticed that the L-size bust didnt have any coloration for the iris.
CEO MIrai Inc
http://www.dannychoo.com/profile/eng/
I colored the pupils for my Aoi-chan ^^;
University Student
Heh heh. Interesting that you found a new hobby. As for me, dolls of all types aren't my thing and never have been since they've creeped me out since childhood. It's probably that vacant stare that "sees" you no matter where you are in the room. Stuffed animals and anime figures don't bug me for some reason, but I've always had a fear of dolls. It's no doubt triggered by some childhood exposure to a horror movie involving dolls coming to life and an episode of X Files much later on, but they still give me the heebie-jeebies. The worst type are the kind that open their eyes sitting up and close their eyes lying down. *Shivers*
However, it's interesting to see the level of detail and care put into the outfits made for Dollfies though; especially for Saber's. At those prices though, quality is a definite must! =^_^=
Student and full-time otaku
Kinda cute, but still not my cuppa tea....btw Danny I saw a documentary about a really creepy otaku once who was also convinced his Dolfies were talking to him.....pureezze don't become like him ^^
CEO MIrai Inc
http://www.dannychoo.com/profile/eng/
Its too late for me ^^;
Office Administrator
http://aquilla429.co.uk
Why is it kids can use their imagination to play and talk with their toys and it's natural, but if an adult uses their imagination to play and talks to things like that, it makes them crazy?
Close-protection officer/Martial artist
I don't know, let me ask Mr. Bear! . . . Mr. Bear says you're all crazy. ^_^
College Freshmen
The only good thing about dolfies are the clothes. I can look at the Saber one from the back and think it looks okay, but the moment I see the face I can't help but think how fugly it looks.
ダメ人間, ひきこもり
wow dollfies are big. and saber's face is really well made. she looks good with both that long hair curly hair wig and aoi wig. I should really give that two thumbs up. too bad 90k yen is just too much....
Dirty Gentleman
http://cantstanzya.wordpress.com/
Eh? Sabre looks real good with those long, wavey, BLONDE locks. Surprising what a change in hair style will do.
I have no idea which member you are suggesting. Not in the least.
Office Administrator
http://aquilla429.co.uk
In the photo of the dollfie dream display in the shop, one of the is facing the wall. Has she been a bad girl XD I can see the heads I want in the shop photo's too =( I really want the ddh02 and ddh03 heads but they're never in stock at the international site.
Grats on getting Aoi. I know you really wanted her from previous posts, shes a cutie.
Ya know....those dolls can be cute and freaky at the same time -___-;
Mechanical Engineering student
http://sabekujikaneda.multiply.com/
Meh... not really a fan of dollfies. They are cute in a way though. The thing is, I'm a bit freaked out with dolls. My little sister thinks they're cute though x_x
Close-protection officer/Martial artist
Oooh, these look much cheaper to dress up than Candy Girls! ^^; Though on the downside, you can't really swap clothes with these... Unless you were a pixie or something. O.o
Office Administrator
http://aquilla429.co.uk
You probably couldn't swap clothes with a candy girl either unless you were very petite.
Besides aren't candy girls made for guys? Why would a guy want to wear it's clothes? XD;
Office Administrator
http://aquilla429.co.uk
Quick tip Danny. Since you're in Japan, little wonder wardrobe is a great place for dollfie dream clothes http://www.littlewonder.jp/shopbrand/001/X/
he change what clothes they have on offer pretty frequently too so its worth book marking and keeping an eye on.
CEO MIrai Inc
http://www.dannychoo.com/profile/eng/
Thanks for this. Hardly anything in stock though.
Looking for stuff like > http://www.dannychoo.com/detail/mac/eng/image/12179/Dollfie.html
Dance Trooper: DCX-001 O.D.E. (Order of the Dancing Empire)
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our saliva is flooding DC.com server ^_^
Art student
http://ohcirnine.wordpress.com
I'm more interested in the sniper rifle. Where can I order it?
CEO MIrai Inc
http://www.dannychoo.com/profile/eng/
Came with briareos - review soon.
Art student
http://ohcirnine.wordpress.com
Saw the Briareos figure. I wonder where I can get similar sniper rifles and "Heavy weapons" for my figmas without resorting too much to 1/144 weapons on gunpla?
High school student
http://www.animeraku.com
She's gorgeous. I mean, both of them are gorgeous. Saber's new hairstyle looks awesome, love it.
Night Stalker
http://myspace.com/Jaycolina_02
Cool new Dollfie Danny!! No dont eliminate you figure's just to make some room If i may suggest that Put em in a Storage space or like a separate room more like a mini museum that would be cool...Well Anyways is the Rifle included with that Dollfie>?
CEO MIrai Inc
http://www.dannychoo.com/profile/eng/
The rifle came with briareos who I still have to review.
teacher
the size is good, but they are a little creepy.
anime/cosplay events organizer
http://www.cosplay.ph
Dolfie are an awesome dolls and I always wanted to have at least one but yeah the astronomical price tag is making me cry TAT
The blond wig that you bought fits the Dolfie Saber pretty well and she looks gorgeous ^^
Photography Student
http://hugodeathy.deviantart.com/
Dollfie scares me a lot, but the Saber one looks very nice.
those bust upgrades sure are a welcome addition.. i'm quite impressed with the Dolfie Asuka with a much better price range than Saber (impossible acquisition for me anyway) thank goodness i still haven't decided to buy the Pullip Suigintou, Dolfie Asuka it is! now how will i be able to ship her in? i'll check with my suppliers te-heh! that creepiness surely reels me in, captivating is the word.
Figurine & Gundam Hunter
Anyone from Malaysia here know where I can find one of this Dollfie?
Ah, I see you've been to the Volks and Azone store in Radio City near Akiba station to get your Dollfie accessories, haven't you, Danny? Great place that is. Now that I think about it, I should've bought more stuff.
I actually own a few Dollfies meself, but there wasn't much interest in it beforehand. But seeing that Danny has become a Dollfie convert, perhaps I ought to take some photos of them and post them up here (with "cast-off" if the public demands it).
Lazy College Student
"Blonde wig - 3,990 yen. Should that be spelt Blond or Blonde?"
As already said Blonde only applies to females because it was taking from the french adjective, but I believe thats only in English English~ I've never seen it spelled in its feminine form in American English... this isn't surprising since American English is obsessed with shortening words. An interesting article I read not too long ago points out that the feminine form went out of use because Women were more frequently objectively labeled by their hair color than men~...ex- "That cute blond over there"- You think woman? Not man right? So only one form was really necessary and the masculine form is shorter (lazy Americans we are) xD
/done Tangent~
I like your new doll better^.^
~Undine~
http://bluebluewave.wordpress.com
I prefer Saber's facial sculpt/expression over Aoi's. When fully clothed (aka covering the joints up) they do look quite gorgeous. The joints still do bug me.
If you take into account the price of clothing and accessories for the dolls they are quite expensive. Plus I'm not quite sure it's really my style, not quite into such dolls or accessorizing them...
But I will admit they look terrific in their costumes and are quite cute.
Student, Otaku, She-Geek(Sheek lol)
http://meimi132.wordpress.com/
Auuuuuuuuuuu want one.... love the new blonde wig(I spell it blonde). lol at the L bust torso.
Tartan bra and pantsu!!! :WANTS:
Aoi does have an angy-face doesn't she lol. Still gorgeous though.
University Student
http://emimilove.blogspot.com
Ah~ I spent most of the weekend looking at Dollfies! I'd like to get one, but they are so expensive. I decided I'll save up for a Blythe doll instead -- much more retro, much more my style.
I spell it blonde, but I think that's actually the British-English spelling (not American-English).
University Student
http://emimilove.blogspot.com
Ah~ I spent most of the weekend looking at Dollfies! I'd like to get one, but they are so expensive. I decided I'll save up for a Blythe doll instead -- much more retro, much more my style.
I spell it blonde, but I think that's actually the British-English spelling (not American-English).
Editor
http://cavalock.blogspot.com/
geez, no way can i afford to start another collection! :P
Student, ACG Fans
http://modvisc.blogspot.com
after saw the Saber, I really want to get one, she was so cute ^^. but can't afford to buy it.
Website Director, Artist
http://www.mognet.net
Changing Saber's hair is just wrong to me but I admit that those curls look beautiful. Well chosen, Danny!
Student
Eh, those dolls are huge! Didn't realize that they were this big.
MS pilot
wow...another free Dollfie! I don't like why Aoi has a pissed off expression but i like her with the guns...haha
Student, Goddess of the Blue Star
wow. those dolls are very large! its cute how the figma is sitting on Sabers arm. ^^
pervert
that saber alter looks nice
Student
http://meganemarshmallow.wordpress.com/
I've wanted a BJD before, these pictures are not helping... ^^
Civil Engineer, 토목 기사
If Aoi is looking for artillery, just send her over to my house.
Being a Redleg (Artillerymen) for 20+ years I do have a couple of field pieces that she would be happy to play with. ^^
Plus you said she's looking for heavy artillery? Well since my first unit was 203mm howitzers she's a doll after my own heart.
Have a wonderful New Years Danny and that goes for the rest of the folks on the board.
Half Engineer, Half Student, All Robot
http://discombobulatedyouth.blogspot.com/
I don't know...Not really digging the dollfies. Look way too realistic and a bit creepy. Although, I am digging the dollfie inner skeleton. Any idea if that's up for sale anywhere?
Ninja / Engineer / Sensei / 魔法少女 (What!?! I can't be, I'm a guy...)
Not only SAFS, but now SADS. Definitely liking the dollfies. Although, the price tag is kinda outta range right now. Maybe in the future. ^^;
Student artist
http://www.requestview.wordpress.com
I rather spend that money on a decent camera plus lens
Right or buy candy girl^^:
University's Slave
Gawd, I wish I could afford Saber. She's beautiful! But even if I could afford her I don't have any room to display her. Suckage. She looks beautiful with that long blond wig, by the way!
Physiotherapist and Teacher
http://luisasantiaga.blogspot.com/
once again T_T I can live for a month with the amount of money u bought that dollfie T_T. omgsh I realized I'm so poor!
CEO MIrai Inc
http://www.dannychoo.com/profile/eng/
I didnt pay for them ^^;
CEO MIrai Inc
http://www.dannychoo.com/profile/eng/
Hmmm. Some comments missing. Looking into bug.
Student
http://gkhaven.blogspot.com
Oh wow, I can definitely see why people like Dollfies. Saber in 23916-23917 looks real nice.
But Dollfies will have to do a lot better if it wants to replace garage kits for me though.
Student
so expensive but soo cute >.<
Student of Computer Info. & Office Sys.
Awesome but way too expensive for me to own~ it'd be interesting to see some male dolfies. I'd be more inclined to purchase a male dolfie~
http://ponytale.lalaparadise.com
Awesome working space with the figures and dolls *droolz*
Student
The sabers are pretty cute^^
Have you seen a REAL dollfie? Those pics above are considered the bad-quality side of dollfies - not even close to those Super Dollfies made by Volks Inc.
Student
http://sanguinerose.wordpress.com/
Those dolfies are really getting onto me. Maybe I should start saving up for them. Saber looks really cute! :3
Student
I hope none of you find this opinion too criticizing or offensive, but even as a female otaku, I think dollfies are one of the most ridiculous recent additions to the otaku world. Well made? Yes. Articulate and pretty? Yes. But in the end, they really look to me like nothing more than expensive dolls. Now I love figures... when I first saw how beautiful PVC figures could be made to resemble favorite characters, I got into them pretty quickly. However these dollfies just seem like extortion. They cost a FORTUNE to own and even maintain (buying clothes, etc.) and, in my opinion, don't even hold that much of a resemblance to the original characters they are designed to be. I don't know... and seeing men collect them and take care of them... as a female I think that's kind of unusual, even for an otaku.
Sorry but I just wanted to see what people thought about these points since I noticed many of you are very "into" the dollfie thing.
US Navy Sailor
http://punynari.wordpress.com/
No offense at all. Dollfie Dreams aren't for everyone. Your opinion is pretty much what everyone in my house thinks as well. Hell, I first thought that when I first saw these on Adun's blog but....I guess its just another merchandise of your favorite character. A bit different then a mousepad, towel, or clearfile I admit but it is something unique and different that brought me to them. Figure's just don't have the kind of "prescence" these have.
Personally, the ones I own, I don't plan to do the amount of customizing and care that you see others doing on here. ^_^; If I see an official outfit designed for my particular DD then I might. Plus, I would not buy characters that are from series I have not seen or original characters made by Volks. To me, the character they represent is important My two yen.
Helpdesk
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I like ur Aoi with holding gun~
Otaku
http://general-noodles.mybrute.com
wait...is Saber Alter and fate/stay Saber dollfies different?
US Navy Sailor
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Yup, they are two different products entirely.
http://www.volks.co.jp/jp/fate/index.html
Student, Bioresearch Assistant, WAVE VP Communications
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The characters are different as well. Saber Alter has amber coloured eyes.
plumber/ gasfitter
saber looks sweat with her down, i want one now =)
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I will definitely buy one when I have the proper income (which won`t happen for several years orz)
Student
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The dollfie I would get is Saber.....Others may freak me out when I go to the toilet in midnight =.=
Now this is just plain silly. I can rationalize spending cash on figures, but dropping 500 to 1,000 dollars on something like this seems crazy to me. The price son accessories were outrageous as well. Not too mention i wouldn't want it if they were giving them away. However I am most disturbed by how many people seem more than willing to shell out that ridiculous sum of money for them. I could buy a new PC for those prices, a nice TV, a couple of next gen consoles, a used car, 20 figures, etc. This is mass madness you maniacs ^_^
Hikikomori in the making
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I really need to get your address and rob you LOL j/k...
LOL @ L size, that's really big...
Student
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weird enough, ive never really taken interest into dollfie, since i always thinks that they look really scary, but looking at these pictures they look very cute.... especially the saber with the long curly hair.... i think i might have to start saving up for one in my room :p
student/ legal assistant/ otaku/ worshipper of dc.com
those seem fantastic
Student
She looks Resident Evil like.
But its just weird having a girl in lingerie with a gun, sometimes.
I like her face though.
Blogger, consultant
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Photos like these are just evil! I *had* zero interest in figures before coming to this site, but after looking at them for a while, you get to thinking "hmmm...that's kind of cool". And then it cascades from there. :P What surprises me is my wife wants one. She looked over my shoulder, saw the Saber Dollfie and said she'd like one for her desk. My wife is the least Otaku person I know.
Otaku Programmer
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Dolfies are gorgeous, your Saber and Ryomou are the best Dolfie I`ve ever seen!
Anyway which one is harder Danny? Titaniloxydon or Gundanium Alloy? ^_^
Otaku Programmer
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Dolfies are gorgeous, your Saber and Ryomou are the best Dolfie I`ve ever seen!
Anyway which one is harder Danny? Titaniloxydon or Gundanium Alloy? ^_^
Otaku Programmer
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Double post? Something`s wrong with my Internet connection @_@;
Sorry for this.
こうこうせい
http://stickymochi.blogspot.com
Danny, I think you should add a Dollfie portal :D
Employed
hmm.. How much would it cost in Canadian currency? looks awesome. lol danny is showing xD making me wanna get one now too. D=
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Around 730$ Canadian. (that's nearly the amount I pay for the rent which is 740$ T_T)
Nice Dollfie but 500-1000 bucks for one is just costly, IMO.
Tech Freak
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She's really cute. kinda reminds me of Rukia. :3
Artist
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ahh, i'm sadistically envious. :O
Dental Hygienist.
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Mmm... I really dislike how these look... the joints bother me. .__.
Systems Developer
I prefer Dollfie Neo-Guys. ^^
Student
Danny,In USA currency (thats dollars) how much are your dollfies each in USA currency? and where can i buy them on the net that ships to USA?
Medicine Advisor
Madi~ You can buy Dollfies on the Volks USA website! The basic doll (Aoi or Yukino) sells for $418 :) good luck ;)
Dollfie Dream Saber is awesome!
I have Dollfie Dream Estel Freesia, with pink eyes ^.^ but I bought her with no wig or clothes in Tokyo last week! Luckily I found a cute outfit in Kotobukiya, Akihabara ;)
Otaku, Girlfriend, College Student
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OMG. When I get my Federal taxes back.. hello Dollfie Dream. > 3 <
Telecom & Mobile
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Aoi's gun set very fit for the doll ^_^
NICE PIC, THANKS
nothing just looking around
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nice that's great i wished i had one that cutiefy dolls? where do i go if buy some of it?
part time soldier
man....i only wish i could afford those. the saber looks really really nice though.
Singer
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Those are really cute! I wish I had one.
Student
Aoi chan~
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Bravo！！