Volitak_Boxor Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 I've been working with a few other people to create a database containing information and instructions for all known combination models for Bionicle sets, and today, a user with the screen Name JBOboe720 shared some information about a model I'd never seen before: a Kabaya combiner for the 2003 Matoran sets Hewkii, Hafu, and Macku. It's been known that Kabaya versions of these three sets existed (they're mentioned on Bricklink, for example), but unlike the Kabaya Turaga and Bohrok Va, their boxes show the standard 2003 Matoran Combiner (the four-armed figure and quadruped) that's depicted on American boxes. However, these sets' instruction sheets include steps to build a different model that uses pieces from just Hewkii, Hafu, and Macku. As far as I can tell, this model has been pretty much forgotten by the BZP Community, since nobody has mentioned it in previous discussions, and neither Google Image searches nor searching the news archives of BZP seemed to provide many details of this model, or even of the 2003 Matoran Kabaya sets in general. An old Mask of Destiny page (we can talk about them now, right?) that I found after doing some more research mentions the existence of the instructions, but there's no images, just a broken link to a decade-old forum topic. Anyway, JBOboe720 provided me with a link to a Japanese web page that includes photos of the three Kabaya Matorans' boxes and the instructions for their combiner (as well as another picture of a Lerahk wielding Surge's lightning weapons, oddly enough). Does anybody here remember this combiner or know anything about it? If someone actually owned one of the 2003 Kabaya Matoran and could provide a better image of the instructions, that'd be spectacular. I don't think the model itself is all that great, but it's neat to know that there's still combiner models out there that I never knew about before. JBOboe720, thanks for the tip! If you're a BZP member (which I assume you are, since you found the combiner database), and you want to share your username here, I can give credit where credit is due. What do you guys think of this "new" model? 8 Quote ^ Often lurking, occasionally writing about sets on BS01. L This link is a bit old, but there's still some good info about combiners there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sumiki Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 It's always interesting to see things like this crop up, especially a decade-plus after the fact. I wouldn't be surprised if there are yet more Japanese combiners lurking elsewhere. Quote avatar by Lady Kopaka Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naota Takizawa Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 (edited) I can't find the photo anymore, but there was a korean lego club magazine and it had combinations of the toa Nuva sets. Oddly, Onua had the Great Ruru, a kanohi not released until 2004, which is a bit weird. Anyone know if they could find a picture of it? Edited June 11, 2015 by Liuth Quote If you like Pingu & want to support a good project, click here. Also, I've rejoined the BZPRPG & I have a new profile for a new game. Click here to see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheesy Mac n Cheese Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 (edited) And to think I rejected the possibility of this existing because the boxes had the standard combiner... That's it, we need to scour the Japanese fan community and find more stuff. I can't find the photo anymore, but there was a korean lego club magazine and it had combinations of the toa Nuva sets. Oddly, Onua had the Great Ruru, a kanohi not released until 2004, which is a bit weird. Anyone know if they could find a picture of it? Must...find... EDIT: All right, guys. "Kabaya" in Japanese is "カバヤ." "BIONICLE" in Japanese is "バイオニクル." For more Japanese BIONICLE terminology, check out this page. Get searchin'! Edited June 11, 2015 by Cheesy Mac n Cheese Quote My friend went to Po-Wahi and all I got was this lousy rock. Blue sea...a Ruki leaps...the sound of water Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Volitak_Boxor Posted June 12, 2015 Author Share Posted June 12, 2015 I took a crack at building this model, substituting in Kopeke's parts since I don't own Macku. Here's how it looks assembled: Here's a few more photos:FrontSideBack The instructions were blurry, partially obscured, and a bit unclear or inconsistent in places, but I think what I built more or less matches the official model's build. As for the combiner itself, it's a bit floppy and front-heavy, but it's not as bad as I thought. The head construction looked like it would be really loose, but it actually fits together pretty snugly. It's kind of odd-looking (and the color scheme's pretty drab without the blue), but it was an interesting combiner to assemble. 4 Quote ^ Often lurking, occasionally writing about sets on BS01. L This link is a bit old, but there's still some good info about combiners there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSciFiGuy Posted June 12, 2015 Share Posted June 12, 2015 Mata Nui that is horrifying 5 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...
Volitak_Boxor Posted June 25, 2015 Author Share Posted June 25, 2015 I tried using some Japanese keywords in Google, and I was able to find a second image showing the instructions for this combiner. I also cropped the original image. Original: New:Unfortunately, the second image has a lower resolution than the original, but at least we can see what's in the lower left corner now (although it's not much of a surprise). I didn't have any luck finding a nice scan, though. Does anyone on BZP actually own a Kabaya version of Macku, Hafu, or Hewkii, and would they be able to provide a scan? Also, there were sealed Kabaya versions of Macku and Hafu for sale on Bricklink that I found, if anyone really wants to get ahold of these instructions, but I personally didn't think it was worth the money. 1 Quote ^ Often lurking, occasionally writing about sets on BS01. L This link is a bit old, but there's still some good info about combiners there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheesy Mac n Cheese Posted June 26, 2015 Share Posted June 26, 2015 (edited) I tried using some Japanese keywords in Google, and I was able to find a second image showing the instructions for this combiner. I also cropped the original image. Original: New:Unfortunately, the second image has a lower resolution than the original, but at least we can see what's in the lower left corner now (although it's not much of a surprise). I didn't have any luck finding a nice scan, though. Does anyone on BZP actually own a Kabaya version of Macku, Hafu, or Hewkii, and would they be able to provide a scan? Also, there were sealed Kabaya versions of Macku and Hafu for sale on Bricklink that I found, if anyone really wants to get ahold of these instructions, but I personally didn't think it was worth the money. I have those on my BrickLink wanted list, but it doesn't say anything. Are they listed under the correct catalog item? EDIT: I found them, and no, they're not. They're listed using the main set's catalog entry. Anyway, Hafu for $20.06...plus international shipping...not sure it's worth it. Maybe when I have more money, just hope it lasts that long. Edited June 26, 2015 by Cheesy Mac n Cheese Quote My friend went to Po-Wahi and all I got was this lousy rock. Blue sea...a Ruki leaps...the sound of water Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naota Takizawa Posted June 26, 2015 Share Posted June 26, 2015 It's a shame the Japanese text can't be read, I could actually translate some of it. Quote If you like Pingu & want to support a good project, click here. Also, I've rejoined the BZPRPG & I have a new profile for a new game. Click here to see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xabla Posted June 26, 2015 Share Posted June 26, 2015 (edited) Oh My Gosh it's hideous. Edited June 26, 2015 by moamahrimatoro Quote cringe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Takama Metru Posted June 26, 2015 Share Posted June 26, 2015 It's a Kohlii killing machine made to purposly break your legs 1 Quote BEHOLD.....THE DREAM TEAM! COMING SOON.... ~ Oh hi thar, here are some quotes: ~ "Where wisdom and valor fail, all that remains is faith. And it can overcome all" -Toa Mata Tahu, MNOG "Sometimes a hero has to do something else besides beat the villans and come home covered in glory. Sometimes, he has to make a sacrifice so that a lot of people he's never met before and who don't know his name can live." -Toa Hahli, Downfall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted June 26, 2015 Share Posted June 26, 2015 No way that's going on my shelf, and I built good guy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Makaru Posted June 26, 2015 Share Posted June 26, 2015 It's not the most... elegant of combiners. Far from the worst, though. Quote Spoiler Alert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aanchir Posted June 26, 2015 Share Posted June 26, 2015 It's certainly very creative, what with using the Kolhii "pucks" as eyes. It also manages to maintain a working gear function. If they were trying to pass this off as a "Matoran Kaita", it'd be ludicrous, but as a general combination model from sets with such limited parts, it's not too bad. 4 Quote Latest MOC: PAIGE (Prototype Artificial Intelligence, Gynoid Expression) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Santana Claus Posted June 26, 2015 Share Posted June 26, 2015 (edited) It's strange, but I like it... I might try building it if I have all of the matoran parts. Edited June 26, 2015 by Santana Claus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tahu3.0 Posted June 26, 2015 Share Posted June 26, 2015 That combination model is the Frankenstein of Mata Nui Quote I'm just a simple man, trying to make my way in the Matoran Universe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unknown456 Posted July 5, 2015 Share Posted July 5, 2015 (edited) I can't find the photo anymore, but there was a Korean lego club magazine and it had combinations of the toa Nuva sets. Oddly, Onua had the Great Ruru, a kanohi not released until 2004, which is a bit weird. Anyone know if they could find a picture of it? Okay, I think I know what you're talking about with the Onua wearing a Ruru. It's from a Chinese and/or Korean line of Bionicle 'knockoffs' called Maskers. I can't put any pictures into my post because... I dunno, BZP reasons I guess , but if you type into Google 'bionicle knockoffs masker', you should see an image that has Kopaka, Lewa, the Onua guy (presumably the one you were talking about), a Pohatu-ish guy, and the Kal. Also, in reference to those combiners you referenced, if you go to YouTube, and type in 'bionicle knockoffs judge trua', you should see a review of said set, and at about the 2:30 mark, you can see 3 combiners on the back of the box. Admittedly though, you can't see them that well, and they're kind of blurry, but they are there. So yeah, just my 5 cents in this conversation... Edited July 5, 2015 by unknown456 2 Quote Forever remember the Podu R.I.P. Hahli, Lesovikk, and Ehlek. Died of Green Plastic Syndrome. Pridaddy will always be with us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheesy Mac n Cheese Posted July 8, 2015 Share Posted July 8, 2015 I can't find the photo anymore, but there was a Korean lego club magazine and it had combinations of the toa Nuva sets. Oddly, Onua had the Great Ruru, a kanohi not released until 2004, which is a bit weird. Anyone know if they could find a picture of it? Okay, I think I know what you're talking about with the Onua wearing a Ruru. It's from a Chinese and/or Korean line of Bionicle 'knockoffs' called Maskers. I can't put any pictures into my post because... I dunno, BZP reasons I guess , but if you type into Google 'bionicle knockoffs masker', you should see an image that has Kopaka, Lewa, the Onua guy (presumably the one you were talking about), a Pohatu-ish guy, and the Kal. Also, in reference to those combiners you referenced, if you go to YouTube, and type in 'bionicle knockoffs judge trua', you should see a review of said set, and at about the 2:30 mark, you can see 3 combiners on the back of the box. Admittedly though, you can't see them that well, and they're kind of blurry, but they are there. So yeah, just my 5 cents in this conversation... I found it. Guess they're fake. That brown Kiril, though... Makes me wonder if there are any more masks in interesting colors in bootlegs. Quote My friend went to Po-Wahi and all I got was this lousy rock. Blue sea...a Ruki leaps...the sound of water Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logan McOwen Posted July 8, 2015 Share Posted July 8, 2015 Good lord he's spooky. Quote I inadvertently predicted Vorox armour's use in G2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tristan Teridax Posted July 12, 2015 Share Posted July 12, 2015 Not too bad of a combiner but its pretty cool seeing something undiscovered from this long ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naota Takizawa Posted July 13, 2015 Share Posted July 13, 2015 Now I want to see what else has been undiscovered. Quote If you like Pingu & want to support a good project, click here. Also, I've rejoined the BZPRPG & I have a new profile for a new game. Click here to see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nidhiki of the Shadows Posted July 16, 2015 Share Posted July 16, 2015 (edited) Pretty cool, a nice blast from the past. Again, Japanese combiners impress me. So much better than the awkward elephant and Kaita-like abomination we got here. -NotS Edited July 16, 2015 by Nidhiki of the Shadows Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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