Twin Mermaids

[EnShinNoi]

Payman teased these on Facebook.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/t1.0-9/14873_689439247762252_552985135_n.jpg https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/t1.0-9/1623266_689439177762259_1183974661_n.jpg https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/t1.0-9/10014954_689439201095590_1063639892_n.jpg https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/v/t1.0-9/10153095_689439274428916_1096675140_n.jpg?oh=92bc2e5a8c91b42a7896f312ac00e58e&oe=5395DB59&__gda__=1404599860_ea71b5c146f302b8a9f6d4d3c2803638 https://scontent-b-hkg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/t1.0-9/10155819_689439294428914_131905041_n.jpg https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/t1.0-9/971048_689439314428912_551640953_n.jpg

[EnShinNoi]

I love mermaids but I'm not feeling this. Sure, it's early in development but unless the concept is entirely scrapped, nothing is going to save it. A shame really because I was looking forward to the day ARH tackled a mermaid.

I'm guessing the timing of this tease was intended to ride the wave of the Death's Siren hype but this doesn't even begin to compare.

Maybe I'm being a little too harsh but it's how I truly feel. I'm not one of those collectors with a hidden hatred towards ARH.

[nfactorial]

I love mermaids but I'm not feeling this. Sure, it's early in development but unless the concept is entirely scrapped, nothing is going to save it. A shame really because I was looking forward to the day ARH tackled a mermaid.

I'm guessing the timing of this tease was intended to ride the wave of the Death's Siren hype but this doesn't even begin to compare.

Maybe I'm being a little too harsh but it's how I truly feel. I'm not one of those collectors with a hidden hatred towards ARH.

Is there a specific reason you don't like it? I think it has promise to be decent, but the concept is uninspired when compared against Sideshow's original.

[EnShinNoi]

Is there a specific reason you don't like it? I think it has promise to be decent, but the concept is uninspired when compared against Sideshow's original.
A few reasons actually.

Starting with the base. It's very generic. A cone shaped coral formation, a patch of seaweed, a fish and a turtle. No creativity whatsoever. No artistic flair. Just something unnecessarily telling us they're in the ocean.

Twin mermaids is like owning 2 of the same statue. Something I don't and never will do. Their design is also, like the base, uncreative. The way the body flows into the tail does not look believable. It's as though they're wearing costumed tails.

Now the pose. I don't find it very alluring. It's like they're holding their tits solely for the sake of holding their tits. There's no playful innocence or gracefulness. It feels like an adult magazine shoot.

Finally, there's no feeling of movement. No flowing ocean current or floatiness. It's all very static.

[Shanesg]

This is why I am not a fan of arh. Way too over sexualized. That's nearing x-rated and I think looks extremely tacky compared to sideshows siren.

[Vracula]

Nope!Zero interest.

[nfactorial]

A few reasons actually.

Starting with the base. It's very generic. A cone shaped coral formation, a patch of seaweed, a fish and a turtle. No creativity whatsoever. No artistic flair. Just something unnecessarily telling us they're in the ocean.

Twin mermaids is like owning 2 of the same statue. Something I don't and never will do. Their design is also, like the base, uncreative. The way the body flows into the tail does not look believable. It's as though they're wearing costumed tails.

Now the pose. I don't find it very alluring. It's like they're holding their tits solely for the sake of holding their tits. There's no playful innocence or gracefulness. It feels like an adult magazine shoot.

Finally, there's no feeling of movement. No flowing ocean current or floatiness. It's all very static.

That's nearing x-rated and I think looks extremely tacky compared to sideshows siren.

Valid points. Because it's still early, the pose and flow could/should be improved. I agree that it's bland artistically, and is trying too hard to be sexy.

[DRAGONTHEBOMB]

Why twins? regardless it seems ok, doesn't really wow me though

[CommanderZx2]

Looks alright, would have to see what it looks like painted though. This statue will live or die based on the quality of the painting especially for the tails.

[zeus]

two mermaids means twice the price.It still early, work could use some improvement.But as somebody said above I think they want to ride the death sirens Interest.I think ARH should stick to the Warriors/Barbarians/Gods/Creatures stuff.

[wolf-brother]

Not for me. No interest whatsoever.

[capchi3]

Mermaids are quite intriguing, like to see the finished paint app, the colors will make or break this endeavor.

[dechirico7]

They need a lot of work, but I am sure these are just early mockups. The breasts need to be smaller, not sure why ARH always does huge sagged boobs. Smaller boobs and some ornate bras would help.

[Indy_Yoda]

There is usually more than one version. Hopefully there will be a non-groping version.

[dechirico7]

There is usually more than one version. Hopefully there will be a non-groping version.

I don't get why the one on the left is holding her boob up? Kind of odd.

[Gyro Zeppeli]

I think my main problem with this is that nothing about it makes me think of the sea or any kind of fish like creature. There is no grace or flow to the way they are posed. Like someone mentioned, it just looks like a porn actress put her legs into a tail sleeve and is standing on a coral prop for a photoshoot. Where is the flow? Why not have her look like she's swimming or wrapped around the base?

Also I don't see the point of there being two. It really does just add to the price for little reason. I'm curious to see how this turns out, but as it stands I am not a believer.

[EnShinNoi]

I don't get why the one on the left is holding her boob up? Kind of odd.
She's feeding an invisible baby.

[dechirico7]

She's feeding an invisible baby.

Or giving herself a breast exam?
Maybe the will go up for pre-order on october 1st for breast cancer awareness month.

[Atheris]

Twins!

http://s3.amazonaws.com/data.tumblr.com/tumblr_lb0z9etLKr1qbyfvlo1_1280.png?AWSAccessKeyId=AKIAI6WLSGT7Y3ET7ADQ&Expires=1396402308&Signature=9K9vqdKZlWDnBflGT4cV14OU6%2Bc%3D#_=_

Chris

[Remember Me?]

Not feeling this. I'll take SS's Siren over this!

[A Cimmerian]

This is sculpted by Arahom himself.

[derekrodneysim]

A few reasons actually.

Starting with the base. It's very generic. A cone shaped coral formation, a patch of seaweed, a fish and a turtle. No creativity whatsoever. No artistic flair. Just something unnecessarily telling us they're in the ocean.

Twin mermaids is like owning 2 of the same statue. Something I don't and never will do. Their design is also, like the base, uncreative. The way the body flows into the tail does not look believable. It's as though they're wearing costumed tails.

Now the pose. I don't find it very alluring. It's like they're holding their tits solely for the sake of holding their tits. There's no playful innocence or gracefulness. It feels like an adult magazine shoot.

Finally, there's no feeling of movement. No flowing ocean current or floatiness. It's all very static.

A really good observation and valid arguments. While I did not bother looking that hard before reading your post, the first thing I got was exactly the 'tits' part of your argument.

Why put the hand there when it's barely covering one and totally missed the other? The other was just making a push-up bra with her hand. Well, I'm not sure if the artist was going for a little playful seduction or a pair of surprised girls covering their modesty.

Anyway it's a nice subject matter and one naughty ARH boys would like. It's not for me though but I would like to see how they progress.

[DynamicMenace]

with all do fairness. from what i see its still a digital render. so it might not be completely finished and there could be more added to the piece as far as details and such. i just find it awkward that they are even trying to cover up their breasts like they are embarrassed that they are naked. i dont think that the mermaids would care of their breasts were showing. for it wold be natural to them being naked. plus the one on the left looks like she is getting off on her touching herself. lol

[dechirico7]

I think it has potential. They need to redo the arm poses. Also, giving each mermaid a different look and personality would make more sense. Right now they look too alike. I get that ARH likes to do booby statues for their collectors, but I think they would be sexier covered up.

[DynamicMenace]

yeah good call D. give it some diversity. def needs that for sure.
ARH usually does do that covering of the boobs. a removable covering of some sort. scallop shells..:laugh:

[wolf-brother]

For those interested here are some digitals off of SM with some changes that look to be more appealing.

http://www.arhstudioscollectibles.com/Images/ARH 2014/Mermaids_16.JPG
http://www.arhstudioscollectibles.com/Images/ARH 2014/Mermaids_17.JPG
http://www.arhstudioscollectibles.com/Images/ARH 2014/Mermaids_18.JPG
http://www.arhstudioscollectibles.com/Images/ARH 2014/Mermaids_19.JPG
http://www.arhstudioscollectibles.com/Images/ARH 2014/Mermaids_20.JPG
http://www.arhstudioscollectibles.com/Images/ARH 2014/Mermaids_21.JPG
http://www.arhstudioscollectibles.com/Images/ARH 2014/Mermaids_22.JPG

[zeus]

Poseidon's daughters!

[DynamicMenace]

thats a good way to look at it.that would explain them looking alike. it is looking better. but i still dont like the hand/arm positions. they should be in a different position as though they are not ashamed or embarrassed that they are naked.
plus the one on the left looks like she is groping herself.
the arms should be out to their sides like they are treading water.

[wolf-brother]

More updates on this piece. ARH seems to be utilizing the comments from forum members with good results.

http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/averone_07/ARH/Mermaids_28.jpg (http://s170.photobucket.com/user/averone_07/media/ARH/Mermaids_28.jpg.html)



With Breast covers
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/averone_07/ARH/10170701_690873527618824_1475999071_n.jpg (http://s170.photobucket.com/user/averone_07/media/ARH/10170701_690873527618824_1475999071_n.jpg.html)

Without
http://i170.photobucket.com/albums/u249/averone_07/ARH/10012514_690873550952155_1821054892_n.jpg (http://s170.photobucket.com/user/averone_07/media/ARH/10012514_690873550952155_1821054892_n.jpg.html)

[zeus]

I like the color and its starting to look very good.

[A Cimmerian]

Looks pretty good so far. I'm surprised by Arahom's digital sculpting talent.

[Medusoid]

The hands on the breasts look really awkward to me. Otherwise, I think it's kinda nice.

[EnShinNoi]

It's in a better spot than where it began but there's too many contradictions. I assume they're warriors or guardians so why are they playing around with their breasts? And what are they trying to protect. A ship wreck? If they're going to stick to this guardian theme, the base should reflect that. Maybe hints of an underwater temple or something sacred.

I'm still not a fan of the tails. They're too bulky/weighty/stubby. I don't like the waist fins because it makes the tail look like something that slips on. Being the same dimensions as a pair of legs does not help either. It's all too human.

[markuz30]

I am keeping an eye on this one.. been wanting to have a mermaid statue in my collection.. This and the Sideshow mermaid will be on my list of must have... Good mermaids vs the Dead one.. hahaha..

[dechirico7]

I am keeping an eye on this one.. been wanting to have a mermaid statue in my collection.. This and the Sideshow mermaid will be on my list of must have... Good mermaids vs the Dead one.. hahaha..

Sideshow has a mermaid coming out?!?!?! Or do you mean the Siren?

I don't like the skin and tail color they chose. It doesn't make much sense. If they were in water, you wouldn't be able to see them. It needs to be way lighter. The hand positions still need help. They make much less sense with the addition of the trident weapons. They are shy, yet they have weapons.....Their adornments don't make much sense either. They should be more sea related, not just some ornate silver jewelry.

[nbr3bagshotrow]

I am keeping an eye on this one.. been wanting to have a mermaid statue in my collection.. This and the Sideshow mermaid will be on my list of must have... Good mermaids vs the Dead one.. hahaha..

http://www.sideshowtoy.com/mas_assets/jpg/900478_press07-001.jpg

[Ex-Parrot]

They look less like mermaids, and more like models that are standing inside of open-mouthed fish to me.

Just not feeling this one.

[grphyx1]

this isn't working because it's confused as to what it wants to be. Sirens of the sea, mermaids or warriors. the tridents and the arm positions are just throwing the whole thing off. let them do what mermaids do...frolic and look pretty

[derekrodneysim]

Getting a clearer picture with the color rendering. Much better but needs improvements still. Hair needs to be finer, hand positions and it's true what was said about the tridents. They should just frolick.

Great for Geminis though :D

[derekrodneysim]

http://www.sideshowtoy.com/mas_assets/jpg/900478_press07-001.jpg

:hilarious:

[VS1976]

Gotta love abs. Hope the paint Ap turns out great because if it does, I will buy.

[CallMeTheDoctor]

So...new update maybe? I love me some twin mermaids, is all.

[ReTardist]

Currently under the knife. Here is an updated concept for the evil twin. Still revising the details. The basic composition will remain the same but the eye candy is being pumped up.
http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k64/thexenolith/evil_twin_mermaid_zps98dnvvjg.png (http://s85.photobucket.com/user/thexenolith/media/evil_twin_mermaid_zps98dnvvjg.png.html)

[Valkyrie]

Just saw the photo on facebook. I love the concept of an evil twin! I'm really loving her expression here! Looking forward to more!

[Armored_Berserk]

Like the face!

[Finisher]

Too flat chested. And twins? So 2 x same statue for price of 2 ? Bad idea! I'm out. (Anyway face above is nice, but nothing more for this).

[ReTardist]

Too flat chested. And twins? So 2 x same statue for price of 2 ? Bad idea! I'm out. (Anyway face above is nice, but nothing more for this).

By 'twins' we mean similar. There's good and evil. The sculpts are very different.

[dechirico7]

Currently under the knife. Here is an updated concept for the evil twin. Still revising the details. The basic composition will remain the same but the eye candy is being pumped up.
http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k64/thexenolith/evil_twin_mermaid_zps98dnvvjg.png (http://s85.photobucket.com/user/thexenolith/media/evil_twin_mermaid_zps98dnvvjg.png.html)

Beautiful face.
I like it, but I am also confused.
The scaling makes me think reptile and "Creature from the Black Lagoon."
I guess I have to see the whole piece for it to make more sense. Does her tale match the scaling on her face? I think it is because the scales are so large and jagged. Maybe something smaller and feminine would work better? Not really sure. I like it, but I question it. Is it meant to contrast more with the good mermaid?
The hair has great, full movement.

I hope this isn't just another ARH titty statue. I think it has a lot of potential. But big saggy boobs will ruin it for me.
Really hoping this one gets produced. I think it would make a great addition to my COTD display by the Siren.

[ReTardist]

the basic Idea is to contrast the two mermaids. The bad one will have gnarly textures and look a bit more aggressive. The good one is very demure and 'smoother'. I will make more sense when you see the whole thing. Arahom wanted me to post the teaser but I'll have to wait for his ok to post the rest of it. I hope it'll be worth the wait for you guys. Thanks for checking it out anyway.

[dechirico7]

the basic Idea is to contrast the two mermaids. The bad one will have gnarly textures and look a bit more aggressive. The good one is very demure and 'smoother'. I will make more sense when you see the whole thing. Arahom wanted me to post the teaser but I'll have to wait for his ok to post the rest of it. I hope it'll be worth the wait for you guys. Thanks for checking it out anyway.

That makes sense. Can't wait to See the final piece. Hopefully Arahom will let me buy it, ;)

[ReTardist]

Here's the direction we are going in for the good twin. Hair still needs a ton of work.
http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k64/thexenolith/good3_zpssxk2nekd.png (http://s85.photobucket.com/user/thexenolith/media/good3_zpssxk2nekd.png.html)

[Finisher]

By 'twins' we mean similar. There's good and evil. The sculpts are very different.

Hm, ok sounds much better this way.
If they are both really different and perhaps one more skinny and the other a busty one, im possibly in again.
And I agree on better not doing this dio too tall.

Ill stay tuned ! Thanks for reply.

P.S.: faces are really beautiful

[Valkyrie]

New photo:

https://scontent-mia1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/t31.0-8/11878954_920970021275839_3143090553917175468_o.jpg

[Finisher]

Would really have preferred one with smaller , and one with big boobs. Anyway very beautiful.

[SDguy]

These look interesting!

[qz33]

These faces remind me very much of Michael Turner's Fathom.
That is a compliment btw.

Wish Ehren was sculpting XM's Witchblade.

[BOB555]

twins

[ReTardist]

These faces remind me very much of Michael Turner's Fathom.
That is a compliment btw.

Wish Ehren was sculpting XM's Witchblade.

funny you say that. I totally referenced some MT drawings for the evil twin portrait...

[EnShinNoi]

Hmmmm yeah, my thoughts haven't changed since day 1.

[ReTardist]

we just wanted to make a statue without rotting children corpses on it...
http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k64/thexenolith/35888140_zpsrxzqrmdg.jpg (http://s85.photobucket.com/user/thexenolith/media/35888140_zpsrxzqrmdg.jpg.html)

[Kovenor]

These are looking really nice. Wasn't planning on getting them but I might now..

[majestic1]

we just wanted to make a statue without rotting children corpses on it...



I take it that's a dig at Sideshows Siren statue, those corpses are actually sailors not children.

The Siren blows these twin porno mermaids out of the water (pun intended), these aren't even in the same league as Mark Newmans Siren.

[Valkyrie]

I take it that's a dig at Sideshows Siren statue, those corpses are actually sailors not children.

The Siren blows these twin porno mermaids out of the water (pun intended), these aren't even in the same league as Mark Newmans Siren.

To be fair, I've read quite a few comments that have made the assumption that those are children because of their size relative to the Siren. They may be intended to be sailors as you say but at first glance, I can see where they might be misinterpreted as children, dwarves, hobbits, etc.


I'm just curious why you used the term, "porno", to describe this piece? How does the topless female form automatically equal porno? Historically, there are many examples of sculptures and paintings that have portrayed both men and women without clothing. Are those considered porno as well?

[ReTardist]

I take it that's a dig at Sideshows Siren statue, those corpses are actually sailors not children.

The Siren blows these twin porno mermaids out of the water (pun intended), these aren't even in the same league as Mark Newmans Siren.

lol

[Kovenor]

lol

I think both statues look great. And mark Newman comes with a topless version as well so nothing wrong with that. It's art not porn..

[Valkyrie]

I think both statues look great. And mark Newman comes with a topless version as well so nothing wrong with that. It's art not porn..

Good point. I didn't realize that before but Mr. Newman apparently did confirm that himself on this very forum.

[ReTardist]

its always astounding to me how sensitive people get about this stuff. I mean omg.

[Valkyrie]

I get that some people have a lesser tolerance for nudity than others, but implying that this is in any way pornographic is a stretch.

[zeus]

Some guys it's all about sideshow and no one else.

[zeus]

And breast on statues is good!

[Kovenor]

And breast on statues is good!

Agreed. They are mermaids after all... can't really expect them to be wearing bras lol this ain't the little mermaid.

[Valkyrie]

Some guys it's all about sideshow and no one else.

Which is puzzling because there always seems to be some kind of drama or controversy going on in that section of the forum.

[ReTardist]

I just can't believe some people get so butthurt over statues. I mean we are trying to have fun right? That siren statue is rad, and Mark Newman is absolutely one of the best sculptors in the industry but I guarantee you he didn't art direct that entire statue from beginning to end. But who cares?? A rad statue is a rad statue. Some people just love to throw hate around. They aren't artists, they don't work for these companies, but somehow they feel obligated to insult people and companies as if it really makes a difference. I mean LOL. Its just kind of sad actually. I guess in the end it's like routing for your favorite sports team or whatever haha

[dao2]

I just can't believe some people get so butthurt over statues. I mean we are trying to have fun right? That siren statue is rad, and Mark Newman is absolutely one of the best sculptors in the industry but I guarantee you he didn't art direct that entire statue from beginning to end. But who cares?? A rad statue is a rad statue. Some people just love to throw hate around. They aren't artists, they don't work for these companies, but somehow they feel obligated to insult people and companies as if it really makes a difference. I mean LOL. Its just kind of sad actually. I guess in the end it's like routing for your favorite sports team or whatever haha

Well a lot of time people see it as a company not a person, so it gets quite easy to be mean. Also imo in some cases it's warranted. For example when it comes to SS statues the sculpting is in general quite talented, and their paint masters are amazing.

But when they have videos of their Q&A guys saying that they put the prototype next to their production statues to make sure everything is exactly the same it actually becomes quite easy to basically not give a ---- about their feelings cause obviously it's some marketing bull---- ;p

Also seriously they are basically false advertising, there is no way in hell that they put most of their pieces up for preorder with the expectation that they will come like that, and they also basically do nothing to fix their mistakes either and have essentially no dialogue with customers.

Sometimes people disagree with some portions of the sculpts or paints that they do, for example the corpses on the Siren. They do kinda look like children, and a lot of people think that at first, part of it's due to size, part of it due to proportion, v0v. And even I myself have given a lot of ---- to the new Vader PF pose.

I think the sculpting on it is top notch. Very very well done. However I can't wrap my head around why someone would choose that pose, it seems horrible. And unfortunately SS will never show it in a stage to get customer feedback and that's how it's going to be released so unfortunately I'm gonna skip it (and I REALLY want a good Vader 1/4th).

So yeah some of the bashing is very uncalled for, some of it is indeed rooting for something similar to a home team. Some though is warranted and on top of this it's the internet, people are ugly enough in real life and you gotta expect some of this on a net forum :|

Also if I sculpted some of the stuff that SS released as a production statue and I really cared for what I put into it, I would honestly be disgusted as to what they did to it but still cash the check (and hate myself for it a bit ;p).

[ReTardist]

The other thing that's hilarious is how people on these forums get such huge heads about stuff. I mean lets be honest... generally it's the same group of about 50 people posting on the two main forums. Even though ARH is a small company, this represents a very small fraction of our customer base. We pay attention to what people say but we do have a good idea of what sells on a much larger platform. Not every decision we make turns on the opinion of one person. ARH has grown every year since its incorporation. Even through the recession... While there certainly have been growing pains, the numbers don't lie. It's just so asinine to think that throwing insults is going to change something. Like wow! 'your mean spirited comment really made me think we should redo the statues. Thanks for your insightful and constructive criticism.' smh

[dechirico7]

Will there be an option to cover the breasts?
I really love these two pieces. And I would appreciate having the option to display them covered.
Will they be released at different times through the year? It would be helpful if they weren't released right on top of each other.

[ReTardist]

yes they come with removable breast covers

[dechirico7]

yes they come with removable breast covers

Ok, good. I am in then.

[grphyx1]

This was me earlier in the thread. I consider myself an artist (not sculpting), and I'm always respectful and am reminded of a verse from an Erykah Badu song "now keep in mind that i'm and artist, and I'm sensitive about my 5h!t."

this isn't working because it's confused as to what it wants to be. Sirens of the sea, mermaids or warriors. the tridents and the arm positions are just throwing the whole thing off. let them do what mermaids do...frolic and look pretty

[Valkyrie]

It's their take on Poseidon's daughters.

One's good. One's evil. One represents peace (seashell). One represents war (trident). Opposite sides of the same coin.

That's what I take away from the concept, anyway.

[Kovenor]

It's their take on Poseideon's daughters.

One's good. One's evil. One represents peace (seashell). One represents war (trident). Opposite sides of the same coin.

That's what I take away from the concept, anyway.

Don't care much for the seashell but the ex has them both holding tridents which will look awesome

[Valkyrie]

Don't care much for the seashell but the ex has them both holding tridents which will look awesome

I don't think I've seen them both with tridents yet, but I think I'd still go with the seashell on the good twin just to support the concept I mentioned. That just works for me.

[grphyx1]

page 4, post #29

I don't think I've seen them both with tridents yet, but I think I'd still go with the seashell on the good twin just to support the concept I mentioned. That just works for me.

[Valkyrie]

page 4, post #29

Ah! I remember seeing that now. That was an early WIP shot. Didn't realize the second trident may still be in the final product.

[Valkyrie]

From ARH website banner. Not up for PO yet.

https://arhstudioscollectibles.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Twin-Mermaids-Web-banner.jpg

[Finisher]

Nice. But two times same body is disappointing... ;(

[Remember Me?]

Sorry...not feeling it!

[toty21]

Something is seriously lacking in the eyes, the painting in the eyes looks amateurish for some reason...everything else looks very good.

[grphyx1]

Oy lordt. all that gilded jewelry is just waaay too distracting. they need to go much paler with the skin color, looking too Avatar in this color.

From ARH website banner. Not up for PO yet.

https://arhstudioscollectibles.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Twin-Mermaids-Web-banner.jpg

[Valkyrie]

Can't say I'm overly thrilled with the choice of colors either but I'm not going to judge based on this single image. I'll wait and see how they look overall once more pics start coming out of the show.

[dechirico7]

Such a bummer on the paint. IMO, it just doesn't work.
The evil one is definitely better than the good.
The white hair and bright silver jewelry don't jive with the blue skin.

Such a bummer. I really loved this piece. I might get the evil one, but definitely not getting the good.
Hmm...kind of sad. I was really looking forward to this one.

They should offer this piece as a kit, so I could just paint my own.

[zeus]

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[dao2]

looks pretty damn good imo

i really like that the bottom halfs are different colors

bottom picture made me thing there was an alt arm for the evil one that didn't have her hand over her chest which I thought was great, but looking at it more seems like it just wasn't put on yet :(

[dechirico7]

92686

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They look better in a picture not using flash. On my "maybe" list.

[Valkyrie]

Same. A maybe for me.

I think their tails and base look good. Quite a bit of detail. Their skin tones also look lighter in these photos than what's on their website. I think that's for the better.

Still, they have too many upcoming releases that are a higher priority for me right now.

[Kovenor]

Yea these look really good...i do wish the skin tone was a bit lighter... And not a fan of the sea shell.. But i believe the exclusive is a trident. I might pick them up depending on price..

[dechirico7]

I like them from the tails down too and not a fan of the shell. It is too bright, stands out too much. It is kind of an eye sore for the piece. Maybe a brown shell would work better.

[wolf-brother]

I'm not interested in this at all but I have to admit I was surprised because they look really great in person.

[dechirico7]

I will wait to see if there is a better version. Otherwise, I think I will be content with Sideshow's Siren.

[grphyx1]

it's colored that way for a reason, to simulate the pinkness of a labia. total sexual reference

I like them from the tails down too and not a fan of the shell. It is too bright, stands out too much. It is kind of an eye sore for the piece. Maybe a brown shell would work better.

[VS1976]

They look better in a picture not using flash. On my "maybe" list.

Your never going to buy it anyways lol

On another note...so tempting to get this.

[TNovak]

I like them but they didn't make the cut. I can't afford them and the Frazettas and Greek gods that I want more. Congrats to anyone who gets them though.

[Armored_Berserk]

Like them too, but i will wait the pics from the show, because i think they have ruined the color with their flash...

[Finisher]

Statues looks good overal. I dont like the 2 similar bodies and on hair colour I am not sure.

EX is no must here, I think.

And 725? Crazy. Ok 2 statues. But 725?

It's not bad, but I am not sure if it's worth this amount.

[dao2]

725 actually seems like a good price tbh, as you say it's 2 statues and they are large ones at that, and a decent sized and well detailed base.

[loricstone]

Some may call me crazy saying this but I like this far more than the SS Siren CotD statue. This would make a great centerpiece on a table. Beautiful statue...but it is quite pricey.

Once again....if they are using crap packaging it doesn't matter in the least.

[Finisher]

"Good price" .. sure?

Since 2015 .. even 725 seems to be the new "normal".
Could be true. But as I said: just without me.

2010 a Darth Talon was 289. Now even SS takes 399 for a similar statue. 2015 XM takes 800. 2020 even 1500 may be "normal".

But noone will or can buy then anymore...

Good luck inflation on normal goods isnt even close to this rise in prices ;)

[Finisher]

But again: They look good in my eyes. Not the best ever, but really "good".

[TNovak]

Some may call me crazy saying this but I like this far more than the SS Siren CotD statue. This would make a great centerpiece on a table. Beautiful statue...but it is quite pricey.

Once again....if they are using crap packaging it doesn't matter in the least.

I get that you don't like the crumbling styrofoam (I hate that too and they are supposed to be getting better styrofoam for current stuff) but do you honestly care that much if there isn't a lot of art on the box? I store my boxes under the stairs and nobody ever sees them. The only reason I even keep them is in case I either A. sell something or B. move.

[dao2]

Some may call me crazy saying this but I like this far more than the SS Siren CotD statue. This would make a great centerpiece on a table. Beautiful statue...but it is quite pricey.

Once again....if they are using crap packaging it doesn't matter in the least.

I like it much better then the Siren myself, however there are some things I certainly don't like that I wish they changed. Hand/arm positions, especially on the evil one. The silver paint on the crown of the good one (though minor, and not a deal breaker) and as dichirico said the shell is also quite bright.

"Good price" .. sure?

Since 2015 .. even 725 seems to be the new "normal".
Could be true. But as I said: just without me.

2010 a Darth Talon was 289. Now even SS takes 399 for a similar statue. 2015 XM takes 800. 2020 even 1500 may be "normal".

But noone will or can buy then anymore...

Good luck inflation on normal goods isnt even close to this rise in prices ;)

Good price nowadays ;p

XM standard pricing is actually 600 (remeber their price is in SGD) and on a whole they are much larger than SS pieces of a similar price and have more switchout options not to mention top notch packaging and consistent and GREAT QC and CS.

The normal PF price seems to be more around 450-500 now sadly.

I'm sure SS would no doubt charge a grand for this :|

[dechirico7]

Your never going to buy it anyways lol

On another note...so tempting to get this.

Never say "never"

[dechirico7]

it's colored that way for a reason, to simulate the pinkness of a labia. total sexual reference

Ewww...but I am not suprised. Almost as bad as all the fan boys getting off on Vampi queen version 500's sculpted vaginer. Lol.

[TNovak]

it's colored that way for a reason, to simulate the pinkness of a labia. total sexual reference

I don't think that's the case. Haven't you ever seen a conch shell? That's what they look like

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo92/countryboy45_2008/001.jpg (http://media.photobucket.com/user/countryboy45_2008/media/001.jpg.html)
http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j110/daniellekloppenborg/random007.jpg (http://media.photobucket.com/user/daniellekloppenborg/media/random007.jpg.html)

[wolf-brother]

I don't think that's the case. Haven't you ever seen a conch shell? That's what they look like

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo92/countryboy45_2008/001.jpg (http://media.photobucket.com/user/countryboy45_2008/media/001.jpg.html)
http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j110/daniellekloppenborg/random007.jpg (http://media.photobucket.com/user/daniellekloppenborg/media/random007.jpg.html)

:laugh::laugh::laugh:
:goodpost:

I love some of these comments that are so off base. Especially when the sculptor researched the content.
There was one in the Medusa thread that said the crest on the warriors helmet was too small. :laugh:

[TNovak]

:laugh::laugh::laugh:
:goodpost:

I love some of these comments that are so off base. Especially when the sculptor researched the content.
There was one in the Medusa thread that said the crest on the warriors helmet was too small. :laugh:

yeah I know when I have traveled the Caribean and Bahamas they sell Conch shells all the time. usually those with the most color bring the most money. These I think look closest to those in the statue and are fairly common to what I have seen

http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u170/TeddyNovak/Conch.jpg (http://s168.photobucket.com/user/TeddyNovak/media/Conch.jpg.html)

[grphyx1]

Well since i am from Jamaica i have seen my share of conch shell. In my opinion the incorporation of it in this statue is a sexual reference

I don't think that's the case. Haven't you ever seen a conch shell? That's what they look like

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo92/countryboy45_2008/001.jpg (http://media.photobucket.com/user/countryboy45_2008/media/001.jpg.html)
http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j110/daniellekloppenborg/random007.jpg (http://media.photobucket.com/user/daniellekloppenborg/media/random007.jpg.html)

[TNovak]

Well since i am from Jamaica i have seen my share of conch shell. In my opinion the incorporation of it in this statue is a sexual reference

Not trying to be argumentative but before you said it was the color, now are you saying just having a conch shell at all is a sexual reference?

I don't know, ReTardist posts here quite a bit, maybe he could weigh in if that was his intent but I just think it is a common and pretty and colorful shell of a good size incorporated into the statue.

[grphyx1]

Lets not belabor this. it's so irrelevant. but I should have clarified in my initial post that the shape and color of the conch is used in this statue as a sexual reference. I was sending initially from my cell phone. no worries

Not trying to be argumentative but before you said it was the color, now are you saying just having a conch shell at all is a sexual reference?

I don't know, ReTardist posts here quite a bit, maybe he could weigh in if that was his intent but I just think it is a common and pretty and colorful shell of a good size incorporated into the statue.

[TNovak]

Lets not belabor this. it's so irrelevant. but I should have clarified in my initial post that the shape and color of the conch is used in this statue as a sexual reference. I was sending initially from my cell phone. no worries

Agreed.:thumbs2:

But your post did get me to thinking and the more I looked at it the more I thought you may be right. I mean mermaids don't have lower female parts so maybe an allusion was made on purpose. I have seen lots of classical art in the past however that had merfolk (both male and female) holding these exact shells.

So I looked into it and I'm no expert on mythology and mermaids. In Greek mythology they apparently called them Tritons. From wikipedia (sketchy source I know, but hey)

"Over time, Triton's class and image came to be associated with a class of mermaid-like creatures, the Tritons (Τρίτωνες), which could be male or female, and usually formed the escort of marine divinities. Tritons were a race of sea gods and goddesses born from Triton. Triton lived with his parents, Poseidon and Amphitrite, who was also known as Celaeno, in a golden palace on the bottom of the sea. According to Homer it was called Aegae[disambiguation needed]. Unlike their ancestor Poseidon who is always fully anthropomorphic in ancient art (this has only changed in modern popular culture), Tritons' lower half is that of a fish, while the top half is presented in a human figure.

Tritons were the trumpeters of the sea, using trumpets made out of a great shell, mostly known as a conch. They would blow this shell throughout the sea to calm the waves, or stir them up, all at the command of Poseidon."


I would still love to hear from Ehren though, just out of curiousity because as you said it is really irrelevent anyway.

[grphyx1]

that was my only thought as soon as I saw it, then i went out and got sushi for lunch

Agreed.:thumbs2:

But your post did get me to thinking and the more I looked at it the more I thought you may be right. I mean mermaids don't have lower female parts so maybe an allusion was made on purpose. I have seen lots of classical art in the past however that had merfolk (both male and female) holding these exact shells.

So I looked into it and I'm no expert on mythology and mermaids. In Greek mythology they apparently called them Tritons. From wikipedia (sketchy source I know, but hey)

"Over time, Triton's class and image came to be associated with a class of mermaid-like creatures, the Tritons (Τρίτωνες), which could be male or female, and usually formed the escort of marine divinities. Tritons were a race of sea gods and goddesses born from Triton. Triton lived with his parents, Poseidon and Amphitrite, who was also known as Celaeno, in a golden palace on the bottom of the sea. According to Homer it was called Aegae[disambiguation needed]. Unlike their ancestor Poseidon who is always fully anthropomorphic in ancient art (this has only changed in modern popular culture), Tritons' lower half is that of a fish, while the top half is presented in a human figure.

Tritons were the trumpeters of the sea, using trumpets made out of a great shell, mostly known as a conch. They would blow this shell throughout the sea to calm the waves, or stir them up, all at the command of Poseidon."


I would still love to hear from Ehren though, just out of curiousity because as you said it is really irrelevent anyway.

[wolf-brother]

My wife had this conversation with Ehren and the shell is not there as a sexual reference.
There is a storyline behind the Mermaids and the reason they have the shell.

[grphyx1]

Great. Glad he clear that up:thumbs2:

My wife had this conversation with Ehren and the shell is not there as a sexual reference.
There is a storyline behind the Mermaids and the reason they have the shell.

[dechirico7]

That is cool. I am really hoping for a variant of this piece. Hopefully they do them in skintones or something besides blue.

[wolf-brother]

That is cool. I am really hoping for a variant of this piece. Hopefully they do them in skintones or something besides blue.

I would say that the possibility of a variant would be contingent on good sales of this one. I understand that you would prefer a different color but it is quite nice to my eye. :)

[loricstone]

I get that you don't like the crumbling styrofoam (I hate that too and they are supposed to be getting better styrofoam for current stuff) but do you honestly care that much if there isn't a lot of art on the box? I store my boxes under the stairs and nobody ever sees them. The only reason I even keep them is in case I either A. sell something or B. move.

Yes...being an artist...presentation is everything. I am not saying it has to be super duper fancy artwork on the box....but to see what I mean...look at the way XM packages their statues (the best in the business from what I have seen thus far).

If a company has the nerve to charge $700+ for a statue...then they need to provide $700 worth and that includes a great presentation.

You don't take a beautiful lady on an elegant dinner wearing thuggish, smelly attire right? Same thing here. Don't invite me to dinner and come like a bum!

That is how I feel about ARH until they change it. Their sculpts are amazing....but it don't mean a thang if it ain't got that swang!:D

[wolf-brother]

Great. Glad he clear that up:thumbs2:

The wicked Mermaid is actually holding Poseidon's Trident and her sister is holding Triton's (Poseidon's son as TNOVAK posted) shell.

Btw the twins as supposed to be Triton's daughters. Should be a comic story down the road.

[wolf-brother]

Yes...being an artist...presentation is everything. I am not saying it has to be super duper fancy artwork on the box....but to see what I mean...look at the way XM packages their statues (the best in the business from what I have seen thus far).

If a company has the nerve to charge $700+ for a statue...then they need to provide $700 worth and that includes a great presentation.

You don't take a beautiful lady on an elegant dinner wearing thuggish, smelly attire right? Same thing here. Don't invite me to dinner and come like a bum!

That is how I feel about ARH until they change it. Their sculpts are amazing....but it don't mean a thang if it ain't got that swang!:D

Can't argue with you rational stone and I also would like to see better packaging but for protective purposes. I'll say that I'm not going to pass on what I consider a masterpiece for packaging. All my boxes from every company are all in my shed. I never see them but I look at my statues every day and take them to dinner. :)

[dechirico7]

I would say that the possibility of a variant would be contingent on good sales of this one. I understand that you would prefer a different color but it is quite nice to my eye. :)

Well, I am glad that you are happy with them. That is all that matters, right? I hope this version sells well, I'd love to see what else they have up their sleeves for another version.

[wolf-brother]

They look good to me Dech but not on my list.

[zeus]

What are you buying Wolf brother?

[wolf-brother]

Medusa and Poseidon.

Already PO'ed
Both Arhians
Barbarian
Achilles
Leonidas
Perseus
Atlantis

[Valkyrie]

Medusa and Poseidon.

Already PO'ed
Both Arhians
Barbarian
Achilles
Leonidas
Perseus
Atlantis

I see a severe lack of Death Dealer on that list. :thinking:

[IXEC]

Medusa and Poseidon.

Already PO'ed
Both Arhians
Barbarian
Achilles
Leonidas
Perseus
Atlantis

Those two would be my choice also....congrats.

I'm rather surprised at how good Perseus looks....

[wolf-brother]

I see a severe lack of Death Dealer on that list. :thinking:

Never been a fan of DD. :dork:

[Valkyrie]

Never been a fan of DD. :dork:

Blasphemy! :stick: :p

[wolf-brother]

Those two would be my choice also....congrats.

I'm rather surprised at how good Perseus looks....

Thanks IXEC.
Tha Medusa! That Poseidon!


Perseus wasn't on my list but it does look good and it's small.

[wolf-brother]

Blasphemy! :stick: :p

:laugh:
...besides, I can't have everything.:mad:

[Valkyrie]

Video from NYCC:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Av_BMmKSJ9s

[TNovak]

Medusa and Poseidon.

Already PO'ed
Both Arhians
Barbarian
Achilles
Leonidas
Perseus
Atlantis

Nice! So far I have only POed

Poseidon
Barbarian
DD on a horse
Atlantis

I am on the fence thinking about kneeling Arkhalla, Virgin of Mahar. and Huntress. I love the Achilles and Leonidas but am already happy with my 1/7 versions. But damn the Achilles is REALLY tempting.

[Finisher]

Looks ike the Twin Mermaids dont sell.
No surprise for such pricing on two "equal looking" mermaids.
Thats like one statue for the price of two. And also the reason I don't buy, too.

[Xaerius]

I think the mermaids must be selling but ARH has so many great pieces out for order this year. :)

I've ordered the TWIN mermaids and it is actually the one piece out of all of them (including other company releases) that my daughter is really looking forward to seeing in person.

I have the following new ARH pieces on P.O.:
- Arhian 1
- Arhian 2
- Twin Mermaids
- Frazetta Huntress with cats
- Frazetta Conan with girl
- Arkhalla

I like more but I'm already way over my budget for this next year.

[dccowen]

I'm totally new to ARH, but the statues for preorder totally got me hooked. The frazetta Conan was a no brainer. I've worshipped that image since I was a kid.
1/3 scale Arkalla is gorgeous, and my wife thought it was Dejah Thoris at first glance and told me to pick it up.
I've read a lot of good about the company, and if the production pieces are timely, and as good as everyone says, ARH has a long term customer.
Regarding the twin mermaids. I dig the design, but they don't go with my collection. I'd like to see a variant version, though.

[The13thWarlock]

Looks ike the Twin Mermaids dont sell.
No surprise for such pricing on two "equal looking" mermaids.
Thats like one statue for the price of two. And also the reason I don't buy, too.

I was on the fence about this piece. Mermaids are not so much my thing, but what got me was the little caption saying that they were going to be characters in one of the ARH comics... I'm speculating Arhian, but who can know... The people at ARH have resisted all my inquiries and interrogations regarding this! Anyway, I love the Arhian statues and I'd hate to have ARH start releasing characters from her story and I end up missing out on them.
All this to say, I inquired as to how many of these were left to see if there was an urgency on ordering and they told me that 83 of them had already sold... That's out of 100. So, they are selling... If you are planning on getting one you better order soon or you'll be playing games on a waiting list or trying to find it from some third party seller.

[Finisher]

I was on the fence about this piece. Mermaids are not so much my thing, but what got me was the little caption saying that they were going to be characters in one of the ARH comics... I'm speculating Arhian, but who can know... The people at ARH have resisted all my inquiries and interrogations regarding this! Anyway, I love the Arhian statues and I'd hate to have ARH start releasing characters from her story and I end up missing out on them.
All this to say, I inquired as to how many of these were left to see if there was an urgency on ordering and they told me that 83 of them had already sold... That's out of 100. So, they are selling... If you are planning on getting one you better order soon or you'll be playing games on a waiting list or trying to find it from some third party seller.

Thanks. But you are a bit wrong. Only the EX with the dolphin is (possibly) selling out. The regular will surely be still available. Anyway I wont get them. Its a beautiful sculpt. But I still cant understand why they did two similar looking mermaids. Thats just boring for me, and the most reason I dont buy it. Stupid decision by ARH in my eyes. Sad for me, too.

[The13thWarlock]

This is news to me then. I thought the EX version was the only version available. I see where it says the shark is a web order exclusive but I'm not sure we're else you would get one aside from the website, at least until it's released. I'm new to the whole hobby of statue collecting though so maybe you know something I don't.

I do sort of agree on the two mermaids in one... Though I feel like it's well done, maybe ARH missed a chance to release two separate statues and really let the base and pose reflect the character of each of the mer-ladies... Still can't wait to get it in my hands though! I might set it on display around a fish tank!!!

[Musei]

Has there been any update on when this ships?

[The13thWarlock]

I spoke to ARH last week and asked them about Arhian 2 and Arkhalla 3... They told me they were still on track with all release dates.

[Musei]

So July 2016 they said still on track for the mermaids? Nice.

[The13thWarlock]

I don't believe it. I actually rephrased the question and asked it twice but got the same answer both time. They are on schedule. Hey, if it's true I'll be really happy... If not, that's ok too, I'm not getting my hopes up!

[Great Pheidias]

OH DAMN! I want this now! Did it sell out? Another email to Arahom!

[The13thWarlock]

I had this on PO but canceled. I wasn't "in love with it" and I thought for the price I should have been. Now I regret that decision. This really is an awesome piece.

[SAB380]

I had this on PO but canceled. I wasn't "in love with it" and I thought for the price I should have been. Now I regret that decision. This really is an awesome piece.

This is why we can't have nice things (styrofoam)
:)

[rga321]

I had this on PO but canceled. I wasn't "in love with it" and I thought for the price I should have been. Now I regret that decision. This really is an awesome piece.

I am guessing you did not cancel direct with ARH? I know they frown heavily on this from personal experience. :thumbsdow

[Gollum]

I am guessing you did not cancel direct with ARH? I know they frown heavily on this from personal experience. :thumbsdow

What do you mean they frown heavily???

Tell me more because I may have to cancel

Are they gonna be hard on me if I cancel :psycho:

[zeus]

ARH won't let you cancel.

[TNovak]

I had this on PO but canceled. I wasn't "in love with it" and I thought for the price I should have been. Now I regret that decision. This really is an awesome piece.

What do you mean they frown heavily???

Tell me more because I may have to cancel

Are they gonna be hard on me if I cancel :psycho:

ARH won't let you cancel.

Maybe Gollum can transfer to Warlock, or just sell to him directly?

[dao2]

ARH won't let you cancel.

They can let you cancel and move it as credit towards another statue, I literally just did this yesterday (though its the first time I ever did it with ARH). Cancel with a refund though, that's a different story.

[The13thWarlock]

I had a bunch of stuff on PO that I still owed money on and wanted to clear so I could make room for upcoming statue POs... So I transferred the money I paid on the mermaids to the other statues. I got no hard time whatsoever. I wasn't even charges the penalty that they have listed in the terms of service. It's just another reason why I think ARH is a phenomenal company with great customer service.

[Great Pheidias]

I had a bunch of stuff on PO that I still owed money on and wanted to clear so I could make room for upcoming statue POs... So I transferred the money I paid on the mermaids to the other statues. I got no hard time whatsoever. I wasn't even charges the penalty that they have listed in the terms of service. It's just another reason why I think ARH is a phenomenal company with great customer service.

:goodpost:

[Valkyrie]

https://scontent.ftpa1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/14068556_1114155691957270_6323955078492755049_o.jpg

[dogfashiondisco]

Is the edition size of the ex still 100? My friend received his ex and it says 114/200.

[The13thWarlock]

Is the edition size of the ex still 100? My friend received his ex and it says 114/200.

If that's true I think people are going to be pretty upset.

[dogfashiondisco]

If that's true I think people are going to be pretty upset.

There are only 2 versions right? Normal one, and the ex with shark and sea shells.

[Gollum]

Is the edition size of the ex still 100? My friend received his ex and it says 114/200.

Did your friend's Twin Mermaids have the Shark included?

[The13thWarlock]

There are only 2 versions right? Normal one, and the ex with shark and sea shells.

I know there is the website one... That was an edition of 100. Maybe there was a NYCC version with the original 100 and that's what coming with certificates. I hope that's how it is. I'm amazed they sold 215+ of these...

[dogfashiondisco]

And what was the regular version edition size? also 100? Just confirmed with my friend, the bottom of the base says "EX 114/200".

[Gollum]

They don't include NYCC and website ex in the same ES number do they?

For example the first 100 is the NYCC edition and the numbers 101 to 200 being the website ex?

I didn't think they did this but maybe I'm wrong?

Maybe he got the regular version and it's an ES of 200 so a total of 400 Twin Mermaids...

Someone will know this for sure or ARH have got there numbers wrong...

[dogfashiondisco]

They don't include NYCC and website ex in the same ES number do they?

For example the first 100 is the NYCC edition and the numbers 101 to 200 being the website ex?

I didn't think they did this but maybe I'm wrong?

Maybe he got the regular version and it's an ES of 200 so a total of 400 Twin Mermaids...

Someone will know this for sure or ARH have got there numbers wrong...

That would make more sense. He got the ex, it says on the box and the base, plus hes got the shark and the breast shells.

[zeus]

I think NYCC and web ex are combined,only difference is NYCC ex gets a certificate.

[dogfashiondisco]

I think NYCC and web ex are combined,only difference is NYCC ex gets a certificate.

That must be it, they wouldnt change the es without telling people.

[zeus]

That must be it, they wouldnt change the es without telling people.
:laugh:

[dogfashiondisco]

:laugh:
:D

[Nugchompa]

That is it. My Arkhalla is 112.

[dogfashiondisco]

That is it. My Arkhalla is 112.

Yeah, just saw it on the Arkhalla thread.

[MikeandElio]

We just got our mermaids in and we are really disappointed in the paint job. The sculpt is fine but the paint is horrible and sloppy. To get two statues in a row with quality issues shows what can be expected of future releases. From this point on any and all ARH purchases will get a second and third thought before committing to buying.

edit:
Not to mention that the COA was not included for the NYCC EX.

[SAB380]

We just got our mermaids in and we are really disappointed in the paint job. The sculpt is fine but the paint is horrible and sloppy. To get two statues in a row with quality issues shows what can be expected of future releases. From this point on any and all ARH purchases will get a second and third thought before committing to buying.

edit:
Not to mention that the COA was not included for the NYCC EX.

Bummer ....can you post us some pics?

[Great Pheidias]

We just got our mermaids in and we are really disappointed in the paint job. The sculpt is fine but the paint is horrible and sloppy. To get two statues in a row with quality issues shows what can be expected of future releases. From this point on any and all ARH purchases will get a second and third thought before committing to buying.

edit:
Not to mention that the COA was not included for the NYCC EX.

Sounds like a shocking statue..I still want it though..I don't mean to lowball you but would you take $300 shipped to Australia? PM me if interested to sell!

[MikeandElio]

Sounds like a shocking statue..I still want it though..I don't mean to lowball you but would you take $300 shipped to Australia? PM me if interested to sell!

I am pretty sure you are joking... right...

[MikeandElio]

Bummer ....can you post us some pics?

I'll see if I can post some.

[Great Pheidias]

I am pretty sure you are joking... right...

Nope. Ok 350 is my max

[Tcollector]

Any in hand pictures of this?

[Valkyrie]

Any in hand pictures of this?

There's a few in this thread:

http://www.statueforum.com/showpost.php?p=5275570&postcount=1

[dechirico7]

They should do a variant with better color choices. I don't think the dark blue skin works with the hair colors. Looks cheesy. They should do one that has a tint of blue to the skin and have them actually look like twins.

[Tcollector]

I believe the hair color is symbolic of the "good" and "evil" of the twin sisters.

[Morgul Steve]

I got my Mermaids and they look great except the huge gaps in their necks. I don't know if maybe the post are too long or the neck holes need to be cleaned out. If anyone has a suggestion that would be great.

https://scontent.fhou1-2.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/15230636_1744356982552689_4744104445579276637_n.jpg?oh=c9fa0c775ab4cac51b68df38359f0b5e&oe=58B2B239

https://scontent.fhou1-2.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/15192718_1744356992552688_4215437995996442511_n.jpg?oh=68eebb27023bb42095e8be4b8fb363cf&oe=58FD04B6

https://scontent.fhou1-2.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/15220263_1744357049219349_3690320109575697613_n.jpg?oh=0c4ec9f3eb47a16be48bfede675f0ee9&oe=58B9AE6E

https://scontent.fhou1-2.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/15267537_1744357199219334_509999137533312501_n.jpg?oh=c8da6f808822659ab2621d32818c6c05&oe=58FAD9C6

https://scontent.fhou1-2.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/15230818_1744357205886000_6628172104326777885_n.jpg?oh=7a7a8f564614893fa710b43453c1725a&oe=58B9BA6E

https://scontent.fhou1-2.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/15283908_1744357255885995_7157175460396109169_n.jpg?oh=f6c9f962d383157e26de23e07694d080&oe=58FA0DCE

[dao2]

use a dremel, you can get one for like 20 bucks on amazon doesn't really require any skill. use the sanding tip and sand down the peg some

[The13thWarlock]

use a dremel, you can get one for like 20 bucks on amazon doesn't really require any skill. use the sanding tip and sand down the peg some

The question i would have is this: is the peg too long or is the hole too shallow? If the hole is too shallow and you alter the peg, the fit might be off or it could be unstable.

The right answer here is to call ARH and get a mailing label and send the bodies and heads back for repair. We are talking about a $1k statue here, don't half fix this.

Of course that's a process... and if the heads are the only thing wrong, well... to be honest I would probably try grinding down the pegs too before I rolled the dice with ARH repairs and worse yet... FedEx or the USPS!!!

It's a touch call... I'm sorry to hear they came like that. I had this piece on order too but canceled it after a few months and moved the money to other statues.

[Morgul Steve]

I think I will try grinding down the pegs just a little and if that doesn't work I will contact ARH.

[Rooper]

Anyone else get these yet? Still waiting on mine

[dao2]

call them, theyll prob ship them out if you pay a little extra shipping

[The13thWarlock]

Another ARH debacle... who would have guessed. I feel for you with the necks. The gap looks like crap considering it's an $800 statue. But what to do... I had the same issue with my medusa. The arm jewels looked like a five year old painted them. They offered to take it back and send me a new one, but Arahom is so unreliable and anti-customer that I dared not take him up on it.

[Great Pheidias]

Another ARH debacle... who would have guessed. I feel for you with the necks. The gap looks like crap considering it's an $800 statue. But what to do... I had the same issue with my medusa. The arm jewels looked like a five year old painted them. They offered to take it back and send me a new one, but Arahom is so unreliable and anti-customer that I dared not take him up on it.

:muahaha:

you still at it warlock

[The13thWarlock]

Yes. And there is not a snowballs chance in hell of me stoping as long as Arahom has my money or my statues.

[Great Pheidias]

Yes. And there is not a snowballs chance in hell of me stoping as long as Arahom has my money or my statues.

:deadh:

[The13thWarlock]

:deadh:

Well bring out the next horse...

What's the next horse you ask? That's going to be Arhian Forever. They said it would be here on schedule, which is this month. There is nine days left in the month. We shall see. And it's supposed to come with a trade paper back and a ton of posters... yeah right.

I might just start hitting the horse now. Because everyone has heard these promises before.

[Nugchompa]

My Sha-ryn didn't even come with the poster.

[The13thWarlock]

My Sha-ryn didn't even come with the poster.

Well you sort of got almost what you bought and paid for. Transaction complete by ARH standards.

[crimsinwing1989]

Well bring out the next horse...

What's the next horse you ask? That's going to be Arhian Forever. They said it would be here on schedule, which is this month. There is nine days left in the month. We shall see. And it's supposed to come with a trade paper back and a ton of posters... yeah right.

I might just start hitting the horse now. Because everyone has heard these promises before.
You never know, this may be a turning point for ARH, 'april 30' they get back on the horse at which time everything is back on schedule.

[SAB380]

Yes. And there is not a snowballs chance in hell of me stoping as long as Arahom has my money or my statues.

As long as you realise you're just screaming into the wind.

[The13thWarlock]

As long as you realise you're just screaming into the wind.

The actual saying is "preaching to the choir"

[SAB380]

The actual saying is "preaching to the choir"

Haha sure

[johnclone]

Yes. And there is not a snowballs chance in hell of me stoping as long as Arahom has my money or my statues.
As long as you realise you're just screaming into the wind.


The actual saying is "preaching to the choir"




I think SAB meant to say "pissing into the oven"

[Great Pheidias]

Well bring out the next horse...
What's the next horse you ask? That's going to be Arhian Forever. They said it would be here on schedule, which is this month. There is nine days left in the month. We shall see. And it's supposed to come with a trade paper back and a ton of posters... yeah right.

I might just start hitting the horse now. Because everyone has heard these promises before.

:hilarious: