Rin Tohsaka and Takane Shijou

Oh wow, Elagabalus, Takane is GORGEOUS!!! I can't wait for mine to arrive even more now. Congrats on her and thanks for sharing this beautiful photo of her!

Here are a few profile images without her wig. The colors are unedited, and I used an XRite Color Checker so I can say they are accurate to the doll on my screen under the flash lighting I used.

 

Overall I like her eyes better seeing her in person, but they are still a bit off. I think they might be a bit too small. Her eye holes are quite large.

 

Large Size: http://i.imgur.com/4vGvrno.jpg

 

Large Size: http://i.imgur.com/XpYY08C.jpg

 

Large Size: http://i.imgur.com/h3aCX7L.jpg

 

Her wig cap is black with a flesh colored topper where the hair part is. I believe that was speculated earlier, and I can confirm it is true.

 

She's quite beautiful, but I am going to try different eyes out.

Congrats to everyone who managed to snag the girl they wanted. Like most everyone else I got the add to cart button for Rin, but sold out before I could snag her.

 

Not meant to be I guess! Your girls are beautiful guys!

Your Rin is beautiful, Wolf. I love the color of her eyes and how they look with the dark hair and the red outfit. She's really cute!

 

Congrats on getting her!

Congrats to everyone who managed to snag the girl they wanted. Like most everyone else I got the add to cart button for Rin, but sold out before I could snag her.

 

Not meant to be I guess! Your girls are beautiful guys!

 

I had zero luck from Volks, she's from YJA. I didn't even get the cart tease during the event although at that point I was trying for Takane. Last I checked Rin's price was coming down on YJA. Lowest price is about 12000 yen less than I paid two weeks ago.

Edited February 9, 2016 by Guest

Wolf: She's so cute, thank you for taking such great photos! Have you had any staining issue with her clothing (or did you pre-wash?)?

I imagine you'll get to rearranging her eyes before I can even pick mine up from my friend. If you get the chance, would you mind humoring me and tilting her eyes upwards a little bit? I think that might fix the slightly wonky look too.

Your Rin is beautiful, Wolf. I love the color of her eyes and how they look with the dark hair and the red outfit. She's really cute!

 

Congrats on getting her!

 

Thank You.

 

 

Wolf: She's so cute, thank you for taking such great photos! Have you had any staining issue with her clothing (or did you pre-wash?)?

I imagine you'll get to rearranging her eyes before I can even pick mine up from my friend. If you get the chance, would you mind humoring me and tilting her eyes upwards a little bit? I think that might fix the slightly wonky look too.

 

I didn't pre-wash and she has a cool cats shorts style body suit underneath her outfit. She's also wearing a Volks wig cap. I plan to remove her wig every few days to make sure that there isn't dye bleeding through the cap at least until a few months pass. Then I'll just do the usual regular physical exam every month or so to check for stains.

 

Her shirt and skirt are lined with white, so the body suit is insurance against bleed through.

 

Her jacket and socks are not lined with white, and right now she has white socks on. Her boots are lined with a medium brown leather. I'm guessing that will stain, but I haven't tested it.

 

As far as her eyes I am not sure when I will get a chance to swap them. The last time I had to remove eyes from a new doll the glue hadn't had time to cure and it was really painful to get it all out. The glue in her head is still somewhat soft and isn't budging when I press on them.

 

Edit: Your Takane is really beautiful. Even with the wig issues I still want her pretty bad. I agree the heat resistant fibers in my after market wigs are so much nicer than the Volks ones. One good thing about Rin's wig is the hair ribbons make it easy to separate the tails from the main wig with a comb.

I didn't pre-wash and she has a cool cats shorts style body suit underneath her outfit. She's also wearing a Volks wig cap. I plan to remove her wig every few days to make sure that there isn't dye bleeding through the cap at least until a few months pass. Then I'll just do the usual regular physical exam every month or so to check for stains.

 

Her shirt and skirt are lined with white, so the body suit is insurance against bleed through.

 

Her jacket and socks are not lined with white, and right now she has white socks on. Her boots are lined with a medium brown leather. I'm guessing that will stain, but I haven't tested it.

 

As far as her eyes I am not sure when I will get a chance to swap them. The last time I had to remove eyes from a new doll the glue hadn't had time to cure and it was really painful to get it all out. The glue in her head is still somewhat soft and isn't budging when I press on them.

 

Edit: Your Takane is really beautiful. Even with the wig issues I still want her pretty bad. I agree the heat resistant fibers in my after market wigs are so much nicer than the Volks ones. One good thing about Rin's wig is the hair ribbons make it easy to separate the tails from the main wig with a comb.

Thank you, and no problem if you don't get to it! Admittedly I've never had to remove DD eyes from their glue but have done it with resin dolls (years after I got the dolls?) and it was definitely an ordeal that involved a lot of swearing, tweezers, and boiling water. Why can't Volks use eye putty too?

 

I'm hoping I can find an aftermarket wig that looks similar to Takane's, or that could be styled to look like hers easily. I didn't plan on keeping her as Takane, but I like the color and style on her a lot so it would be nice to have. I'll link it here if I find anything! I do think wig spray could help her wig some, but the overall fiber quality and count is really not very good.

I'm already scared of Rin's wig as it's in twintails and I have seen awful things happen to twintail wigs. Pair that with the fact that my Saber Alter's wig does not stretch and is too small for her head and anything with an updo just has me super worried.

Thank you, and no problem if you don't get to it! Admittedly I've never had to remove DD eyes from their glue but have done it with resin dolls (years after I got the dolls?) and it was definitely an ordeal that involved a lot of swearing, tweezers, and boiling water. Why can't Volks use eye putty too?

 

I've only had to do it on dolls that were at least a year old or more. Push in on the eyes and they pop right out.

 

Pair that with the fact that my Saber Alter's wig does not stretch and is too small for her head and anything with an updo just has me super worried.[/size]

 

Saber Extra has the exact same problem. Once I put it on I resolved it would never come off again. Most of my limited dolls don't have any wig issues beyond those that can be solved with a wig cap. Kos-Mos in my mind has a very poor wig though. It's frizzy, and the fibers are thin and fragile. I now have her in this one by For My Doll: http://formydoll.com/shop/step1.php?number=1499&b_code=B20090308035539&c_code=C20090308035648

 

I like her default wig look because I am a fan of Xenosaga, but every time I touch that wig I am afraid doing so will damage it.

I've only had to do it on dolls that were at least a year old or more. Push in on the eyes and they pop right out.

 

Saber Extra has the exact same problem. Once I put it on I resolved it would never come off again. Most of my limited dolls don't have any wig issues beyond those that can be solved with a wig cap. Kos-Mos in my mind has a very poor wig though. It's frizzy, and the fibers are thin and fragile. I now have her in this one by For My Doll: http://formydoll.com/shop/step1.php?number=1499&b_code=B20090308035539&c_code=C20090308035648

 

I like her default wig look because I am a fan of Xenosaga, but every time I touch that wig I am afraid doing so will damage it.

That sounds so convenient! I imagine that the flexibility of DD heads would help a bit in getting it out. Resin heads is just... Ugh.

 

 

I never even got Alter's wig on. I tried once and gave up because I didn't want to risk damaging it. I may pop it on a resin doll and see if I can loosen it a bit. The vinyl just has too much friction to get it over a head.

I've been looking on Taobao already for silver wigs that have that weird little... I don't even know what to call them? The little pointy bits on Takane's wig. Curls would be easy enough to put in but I wouldn't want to have to try to line up those pointy bits myself. >w<

I haven't found anything in silver yet but people definitely make wigs in that style so I'll just throw up some links if I come across them.

I keep finding OTHER wigs and accessories that I want though. Why is doll shopping so dangerous?

 

That's how I'm feeling about Takane's wig so far. I may try putting a bit of silicone spray in it, but I'm worried that might rub off on the doll so I'm a bit torn on what to do with it, if I should try to preserve it or just put it in its bag and find a duplicate ASAP. I'm sure it'd be fine if your doll is just sitting around, but for dolls that get taken out for photos and played with I just can't see it lasting too long.

I've been looking on Taobao already for silver wigs that have that weird little... I don't even know what to call them? The little pointy bits on Takane's wig. Curls would be easy enough to put in but I wouldn't want to have to try to line up those pointy bits myself. >w<

 

They might be considered "ahoge," but I am not sure about that.

I've been looking on Taobao already for silver wigs that have that weird little... I don't even know what to call them? The little pointy bits on Takane's wig. Curls would be easy enough to put in but I wouldn't want to have to try to line up those pointy bits myself. >w<

 

They might be considered "ahoge," but I am not sure about that.

I was wondering if they might have a name like that. I suppose they are rather silly

 

Anyway, here we go:

http://world.taobao.com/item/20221837369.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a312a.7700824.w4004-4394100362.36.4180u6 Darker but longer (for curling)

http://world.taobao.com/item/40835501741.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a312a.7700824.w4004-4394100362.24.4180u6 Closer to the original wig's color but shorter.

http://world.taobao.com/item/521837566011.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a312a.7700824.w4002-7230976598.32.SJ04Kj Curled but no pointy bits. Close on color.

 

Those stores have good reviews and owner photos so I'd feel safe ordering from them. ForU also have their own version of a Rin wig: http://world.taobao.com/item/526974185771.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a312a.7700824.w4004-8879084365.2.4180u6

I'm sure I'll see more of those on my quest as well. They had a pure white version but it's discontinued.

 

I'm sure there are other similar wigs out there. I've nothing better to do tonight so I'm going to continue being up to my eyeballs in wigs on Taobao and will post more if I find any. I actually assume it would be possible to convo one of those wig sellers (through a shopping service, unless anyone's fluent in Chinese, then you could just message them yourselves) and ask if you could have a wig custom styled since it's clear that they can both curl the wigs and put in the little pointy bits.

 

Edit: Slightly off topic, but in case anyone was looking for a replacement Saber or Alter wig. I've been looking for one of these for a while!

http://world.taobao.com/item/521821383809.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a312a.7700824.w4002-7230976598.26.SJ04Kj

http://world.taobao.com/item/521836744869.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a312a.7700824.w4002-7230976598.18.SJ04Kj

Anyway, here we go:

http://world.taobao.com/item/20221837369.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a312a.7700824.w4004-4394100362.36.4180u6 Darker but longer (for curling)

http://world.taobao.com/item/40835501741.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a312a.7700824.w4004-4394100362.24.4180u6 Closer to the original wig's color but shorter.

http://world.taobao.com/item/521837566011.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a312a.7700824.w4002-7230976598.32.SJ04Kj Curled but no pointy bits. Close on color.

 

I always think in terms of if I can match the color the hairstyle doesn't need to match. It's sort of like she went out and got her hair done.

I've been looking on Taobao already for silver wigs that have that weird little... I don't even know what to call them? The little pointy bits on Takane's wig. Curls would be easy enough to put in but I wouldn't want to have to try to line up those pointy bits myself. >w<

 

They might be considered "ahoge," but I am not sure about that.

 

I think they're intakes.

Those stores have good reviews and owner photos so I'd feel safe ordering from them. ForU also have their own version of a Rin wig: http://world.taobao.com/item/526974185771.htm?fromSite=main&spm=a312a.7700824.w4004-8879084365.2.4180u6

I'm sure I'll see more of those on my quest as well. They had a pure white version but it's discontinued.

 

Ahhh! That's gorgeous! I may have to get it.

I've been looking on Taobao already for silver wigs that have that weird little... I don't even know what to call them? The little pointy bits on Takane's wig. Curls would be easy enough to put in but I wouldn't want to have to try to line up those pointy bits myself. >w<

 

They might be considered "ahoge," but I am not sure about that.

 

I think they're intakes.

 

Yeah that does seem to be the term for it. Air Intakes or Hair Intakes.

I've been looking on Taobao already for silver wigs that have that weird little... I don't even know what to call them? The little pointy bits on Takane's wig. Curls would be easy enough to put in but I wouldn't want to have to try to line up those pointy bits myself. >w<

 

They might be considered "ahoge," but I am not sure about that.

 

I think they're intakes.

I asked some friends if they knew what they were called earlier and one jokingly called them "intake valves". We were both surprised to find that that's actually what their name? Anyway, is the インテーク髪型 Japanese terminology.

 

https://flic.kr/p/DWuSiW

 

https://flic.kr/p/D26JES

 

DSC_0502 by fabulagabalus, on Flickr

 

I tried two different wigs on Takane today and I think she looks even better in them, so I may not even bother trying to replace her default. Difficulty: I'd bought the short pink/lavender wig intending for it to go to Rin. Now what will Rin wear?

My Rin got shipped today, can't wait for her to arrive!!

Elagabalus, she is gorgeous! Congratulations!

Takane shipped out from my proxy service! I'm so excited!

Rin will arrive tomorrow *///* So excited~

Rin will arrive tomorrow *///* So excited~

Yeiiii

Rin arrived today!

 

She is absolutely stunning, pictures didn't even begin to do her justice. I am amazed. I think you will all be extremely happy with her!

Rin arrived today!

 

She is absolutely stunning, pictures didn't even begin to do her justice. I am amazed. I think you will all be extremely happy with her!

 

Eep!

 

C= C= ('x_x)

 

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I have to wait at least two months to get her from Volks USA. That's great to hear though

Back in the late 80s and early 90s I used to mail order a lot of pen and paper RPG stuff as well as some anime video tapes.

 

I remember it involved going to the post office, getting a money order, filling out an order form, putting a stamp on the whole thing, and then casting it out into the postal system and hoping for the best. There was one company in particular I did most of my business with. A good turnaround time for them was about 3 to 4 weeks. More often than not, it was a month and a half from the time I mailed off my order to the time I'd get my stuff.

 

There was also the time I frequented a comic shop in the early 90s. They would have everyone buy these Diamond Select catalogs for 50 cents or something. I'd go through those things and decide what I wanted. Then I'd place my order. Depending on the mood of whoever was the big dog that day, I'd either not have to pay until the items arrived or have to pay a deposit of about 10% or I'd have to pay in full in advance. Then came the waiting. I think everything in Diamond was 3 months ahead of release, and that was often optimistic.

 

Looking back, I don't know where all that patience I had went. Right now I'm waiting for Rin to be shipped. I'm waiting on an Arcadia Macross YF-19. I'm waiting on an Evolution Toys Macross II VF-2SS with SAP. I'm waiting on a Real Action Hero Honey Whip Deluxe Miku Hatsune. I'm waiting on Uncanny X-Men Omnibus Volume 3.

 

It's driving me crazy! Crazy! CRAZY!!!!

 

AAAAAARRRRGGGGGHHHHHHH!

 

I need to get in touch with my younger self and see how he coped or something.

Rin arrived today!

 

She is absolutely stunning, pictures didn't even begin to do her justice. I am amazed. I think you will all be extremely happy with her!

 

Eep!

 

C= C= ('x_x)

 

(x_x')=3=3=3

 

I have to wait at least two months to get her from Volks USA. That's great to hear though

 

Yeah she's giving Saber Lily a run for her money in the looks department. She's totally worth the wait, so just breath deep and rejoice in not having to pay an aftermarket price for her like I did.