Alter Saber Lily

Up now for pre-order with more pics at HobbySearch.
Retail price is 8,190 yen and is due out this October by Alter.
Something about the face and pose that does not seem quite right.
The GSC version seems to pee on this version from a great height.
Original text from wcloudx below.
Now up for pre-orders over at Hobby Search ^^
1/8 scale October 2009 release at 7,800 Yen ^^
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Otaku, Animation Major
http://xlhaseolx.deviantart.com/
Augh I like both Saber Lilies! Don't make me choose! >_<
Video Game Developer
http://radiantdreamer.wordpress.com
Seriously? The GSC version looks so much better though.
This one is nice too, but I think the choice is pretty obvious.
Bad timing, Alter. Bad timing.
Studio Photographer
http://www.flickr.com/photos/nyxin/sets/
Well everyone is entitled to their own opinions man. I personally think they both look great.
studying comp studies, planning to look for part time job
http://bruneian-otaku.blogspot.com
no money T^T
studying comp studies, planning to look for part time job
http://bruneian-otaku.blogspot.com
both GSC and Alter are fine with me
Video Game Developer
http://radiantdreamer.wordpress.com
Nah. GSC version for the win. The face looks better on that too.
struggling undergraduate
http://dou2dou.blogspot.com
OMG this is also beautiful!!
*checks wallet*
".............. TT_TT"
IT Student
http://www.aeon.net.nz
;-;
Student / Free Thinker / Otaku
http://www.google.com/profiles/SeanSigloch
(T_T)
NEET
http://tangerinetango.wordpress.com/
;~;
Otaku, US Army, Student (Political Science)
http://figure.tsuki-board.net/profile/Syaoran
Thanks for the heads up. Alter usually has awesome detail so this definitely gets preordered ^^
October will be a good month!
former Emperor of Britannia
http://reflectiarx.wordpress.com/
SHe may be cute but Saber Lily Avalon still exceeds this one.
Student~
damn too bad already order GSC one --> might consider
But must say all the Saber lily out atm --> really nicely made >.<"!
Avid figma collector
http://yuuichikun.wordpress.com/
Alter, you once again produce an absolutely beautiful figure ^^ Might have to put in an order for her after Alter's Fate and Nanoha ;)
BioResearch Assistant
Sweet. Saber earns the Alter treatment. Very much well deserved.
Her smile though seems slightly off.
Time Traveller/High School Student
http://thetsundere.wordpress.com/
I agree ^^
I think maybe her mouth is too low? Hmm can't quite put my finger on it...
I had to go with GSC's Saber this time =/ Had her pre-ordered since mid Jan 0.0;
NEET part-time - Technical Support Officer - Network security engineer
http://burugureibi.blogspot.com/
i dunno...
her eyes look a tad ¯(°_o)/¯, if you know what i mean
other than that, it looks awesome
初音ミク命
Out in October? I can probably afford that then.
Otaku Graphic Designer
http://neoprolacus.spaces.live.com
I prefer Alter's, she looks superb in her purest form... especially her smile... ^_^
Student, part-time slave
http://yakuri.wordpress.com/
It's a beautiful figure, but I think her face and her body stance doesn't match. It looks a bit like she's getting ready to fight, but her face is smiling contently. A figure based on the image cover of the psp game (where Saber Lily has her arms lifted) would have matched this face better.
Still a gorgeous figure nonetheless, I'm crying tears of blood for not having moneys to buy any Saber Lily (with exception of nendoroid)
browsing the nets
http://otakuposts.blogspot.com/
i prefer the GSC version. this one looks less saber, than the gsc one. i mean she looks like a cosplayer trying to pull off a saber impression.
A Curiosity
Alter makes some really good figures, like the Suzumiya Haruhi Alter Figure. That one was pure win. This one is no exception.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/manuelriosg/
Wonderful figure and very good simulation of the movement of the dress.
Avid figma collector
http://yuuichikun.wordpress.com/
I was just looking at the GSC version of Saber Lily and wondering why she comes with Avalon when she is clearly wielding Caliburn? o.O Avalon is Excalibur's sheath...
I was under the impression that she came with Caliburn and Excalibur, and you could swap them around. Maybe I'm wrong though?
???Confused???
Hm, hard to decide, both are nice...the Alter one looks happy and relaxed while GSC is in stance and battle ready...
Otaku
http://imperiomoe.wordpress.com
Alter it is my favorite brand but I stay with GSC figure her face and pose are better.
November Echo Echo Tango
http://pauldy.deviantart.com/
I prefer the Distant Avalon one.
Dance Trooper: DCX-001 O.D.E. (Order of the Dancing Empire)
http://dannychoo.com.my
This version looks lovely too, although doesn't show as much of yokopai as GSC one ^_^
Just a Passing-Through Otaku, Remember That
http://hobbychaos.blogspot.com
both are wonderful :/
Professional Panhandler
http://theinfernoproject.com
Both of them look nice, but I think the GSC version have a more dynamic pose. Already have GSC's on pre-order, I might get this one as well. ^^
Pseudo-Graphic Designer, 触手 wrangler, H-Man
http://lightningsabre.blogspot.com/
Funny this is more of a GSC pose, with almost standing on one leg. I agree on what twu said, more dynamic pose on the GSC version.
University Student
Bother version looks lovely, but I would have to go with the GSC version. I wouldn't mind getting this one too, but, but....
Part-Time Mooch, Full-Time Nerd
http://subduedenthusiasm.wordpress.com/
Definitely prefer GSC's version, but Alter's Saber Lily looks great as well. The ruffling in her skirt looks amazing and she looks especially good from this particular angle( http://www.1999.co.jp/eng/image/10092702a3/20/3 ) in my opinion. Will certainly consider ordering.
Student/Blogger
http://asuka.0fees.net/
Alter's saber lily looks happy
Anime Figure Collector
http://myfigurecollection.net/itachi377
Getting both. =)
http://ederu.wordpress.com
Get both get both!
Student
Sure are alot of Sabers!
Looks amazing!
UCSD Pre-Pharm Undergraduate
looks good, smile or expression not too weird. i still would like the nendoroid version first though.
Student
http://www.projectharuhi.net
nendoroid over full size? plz no o_O
Student, Artist, Unemployed but seeking
I like the alter one more. Although her pose is not so dynamic, I think her face, her white armour and sheath are more appealing.
GSC hands down. This one's okay, maybe if I were rich and just wanted every Saber figure.
Student / Part time worker
Too hard to choose ^^" but i prefer the GSC version. She got a more stylish pose than the Alter.
This version looks gorgeous too, she got the "Type-moon" orignal face, and the detail are awesomely made. sasuga Alter desu. If i had money i would buy both of them but ~~ XD
Student
The GSC version looks a lot more smackin' but I still really like figures made by Alter.
Student
The GSC version is way more koolio than the Alter.
http://darkdam.deviantart.com/
like the gsc's face better but I like this one's price more
Engineer
http://philabong.webs.com/
This one seems less pricier than the GSC version, though she seems more happy and frolickingly like (is that even proper use of the word?). But I've already got my GSC version on pre-order and that's already going to cost a pretty penny, and then some.
Student
I think I like the GSC version better but the Alter one is nice in its own way too ^^
Student & Artist
http://kanochu.wordpress.com
This one has a nice price, but GSC's is a lot more dynamic
IT Architect
What's with the trend of default "happy" expressions that seems to plague Saber lately?
Student, Bioresearch Assistant, WAVE VP Communications
http://gndynames.wordpress.com
I imagine it's because all of the older Saber figures are armored and have that serious expression.
Student
http://andreijournal.blogspot.com
She smiles!
That hooks me!
But that also not hooks me after checking my wallet.
Oh yeah btw, hi Danny. I hope you remember me. But I guess not. XD
Student
http://www.stefkov.com/
Alter's figures by far have the best quality amongst all other figures I have. But GSC beats this one for me. But this one looks so awesome.
Mechanical Engineering student
http://sabekujikaneda.multiply.com/
The GSC version looks better than this onE. But this version smiles! Just look at her! X3
If I had the extra money I would buy this~ :D
Terrorist ? =)
Nice smile ... but GSC takes this, this 1.. doesnt feel very Saber-ish, to me anyways.
Graphic Arts Student
I prefer the GSC version, this one just seems a bit odd to me.
Student
http://johndiew0107.wordpress.com/
sweet, but I still prefer GSC's saber lily
university film student | ecchikid | the Archivist
http://www.vimeo.com/longhim
Heh...it's inevitable, but this version's going to be matched up to GSC's and compared no matter where you go. Unfortunately, as nice as it is, I agree with the others about GSC's being more dynamic, interesting, and worth the money. Made the decision months ago with my pre-order. ><
Student, Bioresearch Assistant, WAVE VP Communications
http://gndynames.wordpress.com
If I recall that decision was made within the 0.5 seconds after you hit F5 on Hobbysearch XD
university film student | ecchikid | the Archivist
http://www.vimeo.com/longhim
...*cough* >_>
Don't lie! I can't recall if you did the same, but even if you didn't I'm sure you wanted to!
Student, Bioresearch Assistant, WAVE VP Communications
http://gndynames.wordpress.com
I made the decision the instant I saw the prototype ^_^
That and...I cancelled my HS order and placed it at HLJ instead XD
All round good guy and musician
WOW!! What a lovely figure. When I saw the title, I thought 'Oh, no! Not another...
However, the sculpting of her outfit looks terrific, and I like the pose, too.
As for the GSK vs Alter debate, I think that they both have equal merit for different reasons. I would like to see this Sabre without her sword and gauntlets, though. That would give a pose like this a totally different story to the usual battle scenario.
Maybe I'm wrong?
NEET
http://blog.animeinstrumentality.net/
The Good Smile version wins by a huge amount. The only thing that's annoying though is that it won't come out until August. Guhhh, oh well, it's still worth it though because that thing looks positively awesome. Can't wait to receive it.
pixels & photography
http://www.studiosushi.com
Saber Lily GSC > Saber Lily Alter
Student
http://foxkey.blog126.fc2.com/
I prefer the GCG Saber Lily overall but them frills on the alter version are gorgeous. I do agree though that the face is a bit odd, but I have no beef on the pose though. Looks as if it's one of those casually walking while drawing sword moments.
College Freshmen
I can barely even tell the difference between the two other than the pose. I suppose GSC's version has more strands for the hair, but I don't really care about that.
http://vivato.blogspot.com/
no need to choose, getting both :)
Failing Student
*gasp* 8,190 yen T_T
Online Shop
http://wildarms.egloos.com
GSC version for me!
Geotechnical Engineer
Your avatar says it all! LOL!
NEET
http://austrianotaku.com/
Would choose the GSC version but no money. The pose looks just better.
IT Support
I m guessing most would prefer GSC's over Alter's...
http://www.sankakucomplex.com/
This is a beautiful figure, Saber Lily is definitely being well-treated in her figure renditions!
I think this makes for my favorite Saber Lily face of all the previous ones.
Mahasiswa yang terdampar di Singapura.
http://lolipedofin.wordpress.com/
Grrr... Why more Saber?? >.<
Anyway, Not really keen of this figure, it's not as GAR as the GSC version... I might get it, but definitely not gonna pre-order it... I'll just see the review after it came out and decide whether to buy or not afterwards....
I think GSC take more on Saber Lily's dynamism and trying to portray her in combat... more gar-ish.. while Alter's take more on Saber Lily's moe side, the stunning dress/armor... more of the sweet side of Saber.... Which I don't really care... I like Saber best when she is in Arturia mode, when she is showing her masculinity... moe-saber doesn't strike well with me... -_-
Pre-U Student
http://wakuwakusuru.zeroclipse.net
Haha. Yup, she does seem to have a less serious face on this one which you don't see very often.
Kinda looks weird considering she is dressed up in her armour like that. It would look more natural if she was wearing casual clothes.
銀河帝国五〇一軍团 TK/TD 8316 M.E.P.D. Police Sergeant
http://gordonator.com/
one saber lily is enough for me. and that is the GSC one. ('~')
No more NEET, enineering student now...g
http://saiseki.blogsome.com/
Omg the detail!!! Looks really good! I also prefer a smiling Saber ^^;
IT Crowd
smiles win for me too.
http://koigroupmember1.deviantart.com/
beautiful.
but unfortunately a no get for me :(
anime/cosplay events organizer
http://www.cosplay.ph
I'm not sure but there's something wrong with the face or maybe it is the angle of the shot...
...but I like GSC's version better
http://news.monsterlittle.com
It's quite nice but somehow I feel that something is wrong with the face. Still prefer the GSC Saber Lily.
Student
http://www.projectharuhi.net
ive said it before, girls with swords are HAWT
GSC wins.
still working with my unfinished blog
http://moemoekyun.wordpress.com/
october still long I can save up money till then !!
Nekophilia
Already have GSC Saber Lily on preorder ^^
thousand master II, Internet Learner, Auto didacta
http://pipopaz.wordpress.com/
compared with GSC, Alter's is a tad simple to me.
College Student | Novice Figure Collector ★彡
http://myfigurecollection.net/profile/neo_valkyrie
She looks really nice and since its by Alter you know its going to look great. But I prefer the GSC Saber Lily more. I guess time will tell. I need to see more pics to decide if shes really worth having.
Passerby
http://jitokun.wordpress.com/
Still prefer GSC, but dun mind getting this from a giveaway. ^^
Student, Otaku, She-Geek(Sheek lol)
http://meimi132.wordpress.com/
Both of them are lovely. I wouldn't get either, so not a dilemma for me lol.
Otaku / Student in Networking
http://hayasaki-kun.blogspot.com/
I prefer the GSC. The pose is to simple XD
Mouse Whisperer
Sheeeesh this franchise and numerous others just don't know when to quit, while other worthwhile characters and series get bypassed or poor treatment.
High School Student
http://scorchnroses.wordpress.com
I pre-ordered the GSC one, plus GSC Saber Lily kinda looks better than Alter's :P
College Student, Computer Science Major
http://www.projectsaber.com
I prefer the face on the GSC version more, but this still looks to be another high quality release from Alter. Not sure on getting it though, hm.
US Navy Sailor
http://punynari.wordpress.com/
Same. Don't really like the face on Alter's version. I might get the GSC version though.
Student, Bioresearch Assistant, WAVE VP Communications
http://gndynames.wordpress.com
I'm getting both, problem solved lol.
http://project-otaku.blogspot.com/
It's funny, because I thought there was something wrong with the face for the GSC one and that's why I cancelled my pre-order. I thought the face/eyes were too wide set. The Alter one seems more accurate to the saber Lily illustrations, at least for me.
Though I'd prefer it if the Alter version had the metalic paint job on her armour parts.
I prefer the GSC Saber Lily. ^^;
Sysadmin
http://coolandspicy.net
Nice, but I think the GSC version is more my style.
Art/Media
http://sgallen.wordpress.com/
Definately the GoodSmile Company Saber Lily sculpt.
Shes more serious and mature looking and the the sculpt looks more flowing with a nice dynamic posture. Not to mention very very detailed.
This one, Gift, she looks too happy and... and shes dancing? Anyways, this aint bad, unless you put those two together...
Student, Uncle & hopfully a good husband..
Good smile's definitely has more details...but simplicity has its beauty...so hard to choose....
Manga Artist, Designer & Consultant
http://www.tomiotsuji.com
Love this one.
Considered bought at first glance.
Now why don't they have an interchangeable light saber?
The only problem I have is that tuft of hair jutting up into nowhere. Guess I'll just have to give her hair a trim.
Student, Bioresearch Assistant, WAVE VP Communications
http://gndynames.wordpress.com
I hope your comment about the ahoge is a joke.
Service desk support
http://lookingglass.kokidokom.net
Secretly, he means that he wants a Dark Saber lily!
Everyone knows that the ahoge is the source of saber's goodness. Without it, she's EVIL!!!!!!
Manga Artist, Designer & Consultant
http://www.tomiotsuji.com
Sorry I've only read a portion of FSN so don't know much of what goes on.
The tuft is obviously important. -.*
What episode or chapter must I watch/read to find out about this?
Service desk support
http://lookingglass.kokidokom.net
actually, the saber-ahoge=evil thing is more of a fan thing.
But if you look at any Dark Saber figures or play through the heavens feel route in the F/SN game, then you 'll see that the ahoge is missing from her. So many doujin writers use it as a device to turn saber evil from time to time. Just pull it out for evil saber and put it back in for good saber!
Manga Artist, Designer & Consultant
http://www.tomiotsuji.com
Mine's going to be real evil then. :)
Student, Bioresearch Assistant, WAVE VP Communications
http://gndynames.wordpress.com
Actually it's not a fan thing. It actually happened in Fate/Hollow Ataraxia.
EFfin' Otaku
http://www.touhou.us/blog
Looks good. But I prefer the GSC Lily. Even though the skin of the Alters version looks better.
Student
They both have their awesome qualities, it's kind of hard to pick between the two but I'm leaning towards the Alter Saber.
Associate Network Administrator
She looks kinda fat in this rendition.
Comic Shop Owner
ooooooooooooohhhh.
Universitary Student, Gundam veteran pilot :)
I really want one!!!! ;)
Service desk support
http://lookingglass.kokidokom.net
I'm probably in the minority here but I actually prefer the look of the Alter saber. The pose isn't as dynamic but has a certain amount of elegance which the GSC one lacks.
But the colouring on the alter version is another matter
Student, Bioresearch Assistant, WAVE VP Communications
http://gndynames.wordpress.com
I'm also leaning towards Alter's.
Elegance was the word I couldn't think of earlier.
Student
http://heleth.wordpress.com/
Like the elegant pose but the face really is....
IT Administrator
I think the Nanoha that announce on the same day more!
Graphic designer
Her face looks really soft and sweet, I kind of like it so I will get both.
student
http://www.nintendokid.wordpress.com
me wnt both
High school student
http://www.animeraku.com
I like GSC's Saber Lily more. I think she emits the right aura.
Student
GSC's looks better in the eye, but alter not bad with the details . lack of the aura
http://akari-nyan.deviantart.com/
Both look beautiful ^^; Although I like GSC's dynamic pose better.
Otaku Programmer/Gamer/Artist/Photographer
http://argylebolivar.wordpress.com
pretty!!! ^^ I want that >__< kyaa~~
WIP-TK Otaku
http://www.youtube.com/user/Rodimus1138
I might buy it when I have cash
Student
I like the hair and smile on Alter, but I like the color on the GSC.
student
http://listlessink.wordpress.com/
Oh wow... I actually like this one more than the other Saber Lily. The pose is just so unique. Really pretty.
Troubleshooter, Universal Exports
http://funkyblueame.tumblr.com/
Real shame since this could be a great figure. It looks to flat to me. Maybe it's the photos or the pre production but it needs more contrast between skin, hair and clothing.
Student
http://www.traversy.wordpress.com
GSC's Distant Avalon version is better, despite costing over $100
Student
hmmm that's the happiest i've ever seen her
中学生
http://thezhukeeper.blogspot.com
Too late.. I am already being brainwashed by GSC's ^^;
hikkikomori for hire
GSC's version in terms of expression
Alter's version in terms of pose...but then it would be unfitting if she looked serious in that kind of pose in the first place. ^^;
I prefer GSC's version.
I think it's more dynamic, this one looks cute but a bit too..."happy",
if you know what I mean ^_^''
But I have to say they're both great figures.
Computer science student
Somehow with Saber figures it smells like it's starting as with Ikkitousen... too much of the same character.
Nice indeed though!!
NEET
http://tangerinetango.wordpress.com/
uwaaaah. Moar Saber Lily figures ;~; I'm saving up for Saber Lily Nendo and the figma
My wallet cannot handle all the prettiness ;~;
I loved how GSC did Saber Lily, but I like a smiling Saber better... sho cute >w<
In the end... I wants them both TAT;
graphic designer
she's beautiful, but does anyone knows if there
is going to be another "special" color version
of this alter figure???
i mean....one with the silver armor????
Student (PHP Programmer)
http://www.akuradavis.com/
... I really want this. :P
Art Student/Freelancer
http://jenarwen.deviant.art.com
Personally prefer GSC. I think it has something to do with the face.
student
http://figure.tsuki-board.net/Guy9394
a fat-free armpit and back is such a rare sight these days... the GSC one had the best armpit ever
Student
Good Smile is wayyyyyy better in my opinion. Good posture(kinda unique and beautiful in a way) for Alter, but the face doesn't look as good as GSC indeed, nor is the armor.
anime + games collector
i like the alter version coz it has much more detailing than the GSC version.
Student~ NIght-surfer~ Sleeper~ otaku-to-be~
http://rezzaeffendi.blogspot.com
though~ both are better~
大学生
I like both, but I think I might end up getting the Alter one. The face is a bit off, but I kind of like the pose. And...I try not to get non 1/8 figures so this is perfect. This will be my first Saber PVC if I get it though, since I missed all the other ones I wanted...
Electrical Technician
it's still look lovely.. coz, IT'S SABER LILY!!!
Student
Looks very good but i perfer GSC saber lily
Spec Ops Otaku
Pretty nice, but I'll also have to go with the GSC ver.