Hapori Tohu Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 Allen over at The Brick Fan was lucky enough to snag one of the transparent neon green Skull Scorpio masks at San Diego Comic Con yesterday and has shared his thoughts and images of the mask. It looks pretty cool, and I'm also a fan of the artwork on the inside of the packaging. If you're wondering whether the eBay prices are worth it for the mask, go check out the pics to help you decide! View the full article 2 Quote News Forums Q&A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster Nui Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 I can understand the rating on the design, but I don't think it has much playability as a single piece than what Allen thinks. That's just my opinion, though. Oh, that cardboard thing from within the plastic packaging is interesting. It seems to be the forge depicting the fight between good and evil as glowing sources from the ground. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tristan Teridax Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 Well that was a short review. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyichir Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 Well that was a short review.Not much to review for a single piece of molded plastic. But I did appreciate the look at the unfolded cardboard backing. Quote Formerly Lyichir: Rachira of Influence Aanchir's and Meiko's brother Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelviper77 Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 Three and a half stars for playability? Yeesh, this guy is easily entertained, especially for someone who doesn't collect Bionicle. The design is great and it fits the trans color well, and I guess you can't get more value than free if you're at the convention. I wonder if the cardboard is going to be less flimsy since it's folded over itself. Quote In honor of the anniversary, I'm making a signature. Neat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lenny7092 Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 Very nice cardboard box! Man, the mask looks beautiful with that color. I would definitely want to get it! Quote I like Lego, Bionicle, and Hero Factory! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taria Pakari Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 but I don't think it has much playability as a single piece than what Allen thinks. Maybe he rated it like that with owning other sets in mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster Nui Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 (edited) but I don't think it has much playability as a single piece than what Allen thinks. Maybe he rated it like that with owning other sets in mind. I can see that, but I feel it would be more appropriate to rate the mask's playability on what it can do on its own as an individual set, rather than an add-on. Edited July 12, 2015 by Rooster Nui Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wazdakka Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 Definitely cool, but perhaps not worth the eBay prices. Quote Steam Name: Toa Hahli Mahri. Xbox Live Gamertag: Makuta. Minecraft Username: ThePoohster.Wants: 2003 Jaller (from Jaller and Gukko), Exo-Toa, Turaga Nuju, Turaga Vakama, Shadow Kraata, Axonn, Brutaka, Vezon & Fenrakk, Nocturn, ORANGE FIKOU.I got rid of my picture, are you happy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarvaxx Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 but I don't think it has much playability as a single piece than what Allen thinks. Maybe he rated it like that with owning other sets in mind. I can see that, but I feel it would be more appropriate to rate the mask's playability on what it can do on its own as an individual set, rather than an add-on. That makes zero logical sense though. Everyone knows that masks go on a face, and that you'd have to buy a set to put it on. These masks are specifically for BIONICLE fans more than anyone else, so it can be assumed that you'd have to factor that into a review. A face is the most identifiable feature on a character, being able to change faces acts as a massive bonus. What is this item made to do? Fit on a head and act as a face. Does it do this well? Very much so, it is very face-y. 10/10, would kanohi again.You review a product on whether it does what it's intended to do, and whether or not it does it well. I swear, in this world nobody can deal with items that only have with one real intended function anymore. It's all want want want, more more more. Did anyone learn anything from Jurassic World? Bigger and better isn't the way to go. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyichir Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 Definitely cool, but perhaps not worth the eBay prices.The prices on eBay aren't that ridiculous, at least not yet. I just nabbed one for $25—maybe a lot for a single piece of plastic, but significantly less than it would have cost to attend the con itself, and a pretty good deal for a limited-edition collectible as far as I'm concerned. 1 Quote Formerly Lyichir: Rachira of Influence Aanchir's and Meiko's brother Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jobber Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 (edited) Definitely cool, but perhaps not worth the eBay prices.The prices on eBay aren't that ridiculous, at least not yet. I just nabbed one for $25—maybe a lot for a single piece of plastic, but significantly less than it would have cost to attend the con itself, and a pretty good deal for a limited-edition collectible as far as I'm concerned. Yep. I just saw somebody bid on that Captain America minifig for over 100$, so as collectibles goes, the Skull Mask is pretty cheap. Though, I'm pretty sure that minifig is significantly more rare. Edited July 12, 2015 by Minty Green Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster Nui Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 I can see that, but I feel it would be more appropriate to rate the mask's playability on what it can do on its own as an individual set, rather than an add-on. That makes zero logical sense though. Everyone knows that masks go on a face, and that you'd have to buy a set to put it on. These masks are specifically for BIONICLE fans more than anyone else, so it can be assumed that you'd have to factor that into a review. A face is the most identifiable feature on a character, being able to change faces acts as a massive bonus. What is this item made to do? Fit on a head and act as a face. Does it do this well? Very much so, it is very face-y. 10/10, would kanohi again.You review a product on whether it does what it's intended to do, and whether or not it does it well. I swear, in this world nobody can deal with items that only have with one real intended function anymore. It's all want want want, more more more. Did anyone learn anything from Jurassic World? Bigger and better isn't the way to go. You're right that it is meant to be an add-on, but I was just saying that I, personally, would rather it be reviewed like an individual set because it was given away as an exclusive individual set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toa Smoke Monster Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 This is the shortest Bionicle review I've ever read. Joking aside, I've already said my thoughts on this mask, and that was that it looks cool. I don't usually buy stuff online though, so my chances of getting one are slim. Quote Everyone is one choice away from being the bad guy in another person's story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSciFiGuy Posted July 13, 2015 Share Posted July 13, 2015 Looks cool, but darn its prices are shooting up on ebay Quote Bionicle: ANP aims to create narrated versions of all the Bionicle books, with voice actors for each character, and music taken from various media to enhance the story. Check here if you're interested in voicing a character, and here for the chapters that've already been released!Formerly: Tahu Nuva 3.0Looking for a Bionicle Beanie. Black one with the symbol on it. Contact me if you are willing to sell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nescent Posted July 13, 2015 Share Posted July 13, 2015 Looks cool, but darn its prices are shooting up on ebayThe price has actually been going down, lately they have been selling for $30-$40. That's likely as low as it will go, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nidhiki of the Shadows Posted July 17, 2015 Share Posted July 17, 2015 The artwork on the inside of the packaging looks fantastic. The mask itself is really nice as well. -NotS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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