Nier Automata x Dollfie Dream

Almost six months now without any official information. At this point, I think they should just scrap the project and apologize to everyone who's been waiting patiently for this. *goes off to look for 3rd party 2B costumes.

 

I’ve gotten the impression the norm is about 9 months from teaser image to Dolpa, but I’m just basing that on things I have read here on the forum. Once they release finished doll images it seems to be only be a few months to the official release at a Dolpa.

 

I’m thinking you will either see Nier and Luka, or Nier & Kaede for the December Dolpa. I can’t recall if Kaede or Luka were teased first. I base that on Nier having the oldest tease, and with three iM@S girls out in October/November I think another iM@S girl is too soon. They could still want one iM@S girl for Christmas, and they could decide to surprise everyone with something they haven’t teased yet.

 

Personally I just think Luka is a better Christmas release along with Nier, given the recent iM@S preorder shipments, but I’m not Volks.

We waited almost a year to see Rin and Len, I don't know why people are acting like this is weird? It hasn't even been that long. Volks also don't randomly unveil stuff for the hell of it, it's always at the lead up to a Volks news release - the next one is in mid-November. If they're on that volks news we'll probably get a teaser on the Friday before the release (so...the 10th, but that's only if volks news comes out on the 13th like I'm estimating, it's always a Monday and the 13th seems reasonable for 'mid november'). I'm personally hoping we don't see at least 9S until next March (if they are separately released) but I'll still be happy if he does end up as a December lottery.

Idk just...be patient?

 

I assumed the lack of merch was a Square thing, similar to how stingy Bandai gets. It did surprise me that 2B doesnt even have a figma/nendoroid.

I'm a member of an online group for players of the game and I've come to understand that there wasn't really much money left for creating merch once the game was ready for release. Also, Yoko Taro left the production company.

 

However, Square has just released a small 2B plushie. So there's that, I suppose.

 

In a way, Volks might be releasing a doll for a game that is losing its fanbase, because they're moving on to other games. The craze is sort of over, but maybe if the game wins an award there will be more exposure and interest again.

I guess one release that I hasn't considered was the canceled DD Ruri. She could be one of the December releases if her new outfit is ready. I still think that would leave Nier as most likely to be the other one.

Almost six months now without any official information. At this point, I think they should just scrap the project and apologize to everyone who's been waiting patiently for this. *goes off to look for 3rd party 2B costumes.

 

As everyone else said, it hasn't been that long. Be patient, this is how it works.

 

On the other hand, holy crap it's already been 6 months and the year is over in two months. Where did 2017 even go

 

I personally disagree with "the craze being over". The game is still going strong from everything I've seen with people actively playing it. Of course people aren't hyped anymore because it's well... it's been out. Maybe people aren't playing it as often as before because the content isn't new now, but that's only natural. Like when you're done reading a book the fan base doesn't just die after that. (But then again I'm not a big believer in using a fan base to measure things) Nier was one of the best games that's come out in a long time. I have a strong feeling that A. it's not losing toooo much steam any time soon and B. This doll might be a good thing for the fan base because of the lack of figures. I wonder if it will bring new people in. That would be awesome.

 

I for one am especially excited to see what people are going to do with their camera and these dolls. I love and trust Volks, but I am very nervous about seeing 2B. She has a certain elegance and beauty to her that is hard to replicate (even the official art was specific on textures and colors), which is why I never liked the 2B DD costumes you can buy on Taobao. It doesn't quite capture her. I hope I'm making any sense at all lol

We waited almost a year to see Rin and Len, I don't know why people are acting like this is weird?

 

It isn't though. In fact, one would say this is a normal waiting time for most anime-related merchandise? At least the substantial stuff (not simply printed). How often do you see a figure's print, and then have a release in the same year? I feel like it almost never happens unless with some of the really big companies (i.e. GSC-and even then!)

 

Producing a good quality item that will not only meet Volks standards, but also possible the license holder (I'm unsure if they always get a word in--probably matters on their contract) equally plays a part.

 

I'd rather wait a 6 months, or a year, or even more if it meant that I get the best possible representative. I've waiting longer on figures from some companies. It doesn't mean that it is always an easy wait though, but I'll do it because if I think I'll love something then I want the best for it!

 

I personally disagree with "the craze being over". The game is still going strong from everything I've seen with people actively playing it.

 

 

Or you can be like me, actively replaying Fallout New Vegas, planning to replay Oblivion when I am done running Fallout NV into the ground, and still playing 90s games like Baldur’s Gate.

 

 

We waited almost a year to see Rin and Len, I don't know why people are acting like this is weird?

 

It isn't though. In fact, one would say this is a normal waiting time for most anime-related merchandise? At least the substantial stuff (not simply printed). How often do you see a figure's print, and then have a release in the same year? I feel like it almost never happens unless with some of the really big companies (i.e. GSC-and even then!)

 

Not to mention figures often get delayed for months. If anything we are fortunate Volks is driven by their Dolpa and Volks News schedule to meet deadlines, and they do a pretty good job of it.

Not to mention figures often get delayed for months.

 

You mean, as in, figures getting announced, and their showcase delayed..?

Not to mention figures often get delayed for months.

 

You mean, as in, figures getting announced, and their showcase delayed..?

 

I think he means like how the releases get delayed sometimes. This has happened to me quite a few times as well. Volks usually sticks pretty close to their deadlines!

 

I think he means like how the releases get delayed sometimes. This has happened to me quite a few times as well. Volks usually sticks pretty close to their deadlines!

 

Exactly. Whenever I saw delivery dates for figures I always menatally added a few months, and usually that’s what it ended up being.

 

I stopped collecting figures when I got in DDs. The DDs took over the entire display and almost all the figures are back in their boxes. Just have a few on my shelves now.

 

To me Volks is predictably punctual. Don’t always know what they will do, but you know when they will do it. Like we know there will be a DD/SD announcement this month, but we don’t know what.

Not to mention figures often get delayed for months.

 

You mean, as in, figures getting announced, and their showcase delayed..?

 

I think he means like how the releases get delayed sometimes. This has happened to me quite a few times as well. Volks usually sticks pretty close to their deadlines!

Not just that, but sometimes seeing any prototype at all after the initial announcement at wonfest or whatever can take well over a year. I've subscribed to updates on figures on MFC and then completely forgotten all about them, only to one day get an update with a prototype and be all 'oh yeeeeah that existed!' (Not to mention all the announcements that never get past that stage no matter how long one waits...RIP senbonzakura scale Kaito) Compared to figure waits, 6 months feels like...maybe not fast food, by waiting at the laundromat or something. Not long, though.

 

I did hear the game won a 'Best of 2017' award recently, I forget from what...Famitsu? It was a month or so ago.

I'm also keeping my fingers crossed for the outfit looking more like in the game: velvety. Plus, the cut-through at the neck actually has mesh, so it's not just holes.

The other thing that would be important to me are the eyes, both the shape and the colour.

Or you can be like me, actively replaying Fallout New Vegas, planning to replay Oblivion when I am done running Fallout NV into the ground, and still playing 90s games like Baldur’s Gate.

 

You mean you had ever stopped playing Oblivion? Pf. Casual.

 

I'm also keeping my fingers crossed for the outfit looking more like in the game: velvety. Plus, the cut-through at the neck actually has mesh, so it's not just holes.

The other thing that would be important to me are the eyes, both the shape and the colour.

 

The velvety feel is what I was meaning, yeah. I.... absolutely.... hate the feel of velvet, but I would deal with it for 2B haha. I haven't liked the last few eyes Volks had made for their DDs, especially Emilia, so I'm hoping they can get it to work well.

 

 

You mean you had ever stopped playing Oblivion? Pf. Casual.

 

Modded Oblivion is still one of the best games ever. New Vagas’ Dead Money is one of the best DLC ever. It’s near perfect in story, mood, and gameplay.

 

The velvety feel is what I was meaning, yeah. I.... absolutely.... hate the feel of velvet, but I would deal with it for 2B haha. I haven't liked the last few eyes Volks had made for their DDs, especially Emilia, so I'm hoping they can get it to work well.

 

Volks does a good job making anime outfits into reality, but there will always be some areas where fantasy meets physics and physics will win. It’s kind of like how Kos-Mos guns have to sit on stands because the doll joints can’t hold them. I’d bet Volks does a good job on this even if it’s not 100% like the game.

 

I will say actual black velvet would be totally unworkable with my cat. I don’t have many issues with Extra’s dress, but that might be velour or velveteen, and not velvet.

Volks also don't randomly unveil stuff for the hell of it, it's always at the lead up to a Volks news release - the next one is in mid-November. If they're on that volks news we'll probably get a teaser on the Friday before the release (so...the 10th, but that's only if volks news comes out on the 13th like I'm estimating, it's always a Monday and the 13th seems reasonable for 'mid november').

 

Looks like 11/20 for Volks News 76 according to their twitter, so we'll see if they tease a doll tomorrow.

 

https://twitter.com/volks_doll?lang=en

Oh god if it's these two I'm gonna die. If it's anything I need I'm gonna die. Gahhhhh Please be nothing I need.

I so hope that they'll be releasing 2B. So much hope.

Welp, back to waiting I guess haha!

I'm a little nervous cos it's rare for there to only be one DD (there was when Emilia came out but that's only because Ruri got delayed)...but I'm also relieved lol. I feel kinda selfish about it but I'm glad I dont have to pay for 9S this year, I hope to see him in March or May then!

2B when. Volks pls.

even if they wont release her now I need some sort of new news... volks please

even if they wont release her now I need some sort of new news... volks please

 

Usagi was a surprise, and they could still have another secret project for the Monday reveal. We’ll find out for sure on 11/20. I’d still think Nier is the most likely possibility for a second DD at the December Dolpa

 

In any case it’s Christmas, so they will do something exciting I bet.

Usagi was a surprise, and they could still have another secret project for the Monday reveal. We’ll find out for sure on 11/20. I’d still think Nier is the most likely possibility for a second DD at the December Dolpa

 

In any case it’s Christmas, so they will do something exciting I bet.

 

I'm almost like, "I hope so," but also, "I hope not." My wallet is already screaming from wanting Jeanne and Saber and now Usagi. A beautiful 2B will kill me.

I really hope 2B doesn't come until March... I'm fine with the wait really I just want to afford her... Especially if I want to make A2 too...