Good news, surprise statue early arrival today!
Mai is here is she is a stunner. I love the motion on this piece with the base, the pose, the outfit, the hair, everything swirls and flows beautifully. Paint is crisp and colors pop.
Let's discuss the one note. The eyes. Mai's yes are not painted, they are eyes set into the head like doll eyes. Due to this they set in a bit and and shaded so they don't stand out the way other pieces eyes do such as recent Rogue. At the right angle with lighting they look great, but I completely understand how images are unflattering.
Over all, I am happy with the piece and so glad she didn't have to sit for weeks while I'm away on holiday vacation.