VOTING!!! -- TMNT Custom Contest (Mark III)

Patraw · 10-30-2008, 07:15 AM

After six weeks of waiting, it's finally voting time for the Technodrome Forums TMNT Custom Contest (Mark III)! Examine all the entries (due to the forum's limitations on the number of images per post, I split the submissions into two postings, so make sure you scroll down to see them all), then pick the one you think is the best and hit the "vote now" button--that's all there is to it. Good luck to all the participants and may the best custom win!

Important points to remember:

1. Any and all registered members of the Technodrome Forums are entitled to one vote each, including contest participants.

2. Contest participants may respond to question/comments about their customs in this voting thread, but, in doing so, they MAY NOT post any additional photos of, or links to, their custom works. If you're going to win, you have to do it solely on the merits of the entry image you submitted to me below.

3. The poll will be open for one week from the time it was posted. Whomever has the majority of the votes at the end of that time period will be declared the winner. In the event of a tie, I'll perform a tie breaker decision via random chance (die roll, coin toss, etc).

4. Any participant caught cheating and/or unfairly influencing the voting process will be disqualified and ejected from the contest.

Krang’s Android Body (A little *too* Raph)

Archie Stump Wrestling figures (aden)

Wolverine/Turtle amalgam (Archon_Turtle)

NECA New York Building Diorama and Fast Forward Starlee (BigFoot)

25th Anniversary TMNT Wave 1 figures (Blade Raider)

Patraw · 10-30-2008, 07:19 AM

Sisyphus, Buzzrok, & Scratch mini action figures (Patraw)

Mr. Touch & Mr. Go figures (raven6859)

Nightmare Raphael (The S)

Punk Attack Wagon (ToSte)

*Spitfire* · 10-30-2008, 02:23 PM

I was gonna vote for Touch and Go but the Punk Attack Wagon wins for creativity and good execution.

10-30-2008, 02:45 PM

Love the Punk Attack Wagon! It's totally squeal!
It's something I would have loved to have seen in the series.
As Spitfire said, it's totally creative. Love the design and features.

Runner-up, I'd say is the Wolverine turtle. Not only does it look great, but it also reminds me of an old drawing Kevin and/or Peter had drawn back in the mid 80s of a group of TMNT in Marvel superhero attire.

*Ninjinister* · 10-30-2008, 03:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ryona

Runner-up, I'd say is the Wolverine turtle. Not only does it look great, but it also reminds me of an old drawing Kevin and/or Peter had drawn back in the mid 80s of a group of TMNT in Marvel superhero attire.

I believe this was the exact thing Archon was going for.

I voted for Touch & Go. It was a close one for me between many entries, but I had to go with them.

Buffy · 10-30-2008, 04:02 PM

Such great entries, it was hard to choose but I eventually voted for Patraw's figures.

Slash · 10-30-2008, 04:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patraw

Punk Attack Wagon (ToSte)

I had to vote for this... It's so Playmates because it reuses an overly used mold over and over again. From Turtle Van to News Van to...

Wow, I am impressed!

**Jester** · 10-30-2008, 04:30 PM

I agree with Ryona (never thought I'd say that...

Love you...) and Spitfire. The Punk Attack Wagon FTW.

But it was tough. I always love Patraw's customs, Touch and Go as well as Karai, the Foot, and Bishop look really cool, and I also love Krang's Body, but this was just so..."

WTH!? *2x take*" that it gets my vote. Really clever and well executed.

*VaughnMichael* · 10-30-2008, 04:38 PM

As cool at that punk wagon is Touch & Go got my vote.

*Hero* · 10-30-2008, 05:09 PM

Were Touch and Go customised from some WWE figures by any chance?

I am loving all these entries. You customisers should give yourselves a pat on the back.

===HERO

~~TurtleManiac~~ · 10-30-2008, 05:16 PM

these are all great!!! the krang android body, scratch&friends, and the punk attack wagon seem to have had the most work put into them, so ill probably be voting for one of those, havent made up my mind yet. the stump turtles look cool too because of the old school tmnt figures. i wish i would have been able to enter but had no new customs planned out so maybe next time if theres ever another contest. i just been working on updating some of the exisiting one i have, heres an updated toon irma that i have removed the stupid backpack and extra sweater it came with and made the upper body clothing into a one-piece sweater, and also an updated toon rocksteady that i added more armor to and gave him a sleeveless shirt rather than a small tanktop. i kno its not part of the contest but just wanted to share them somewhere without having to make a new thread. here they are

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3009/...97865c.jpg?v=0

my next custom will be metalhead with fully-functional chest-gun like he has in the show/game.

*cowabunga14* · 10-30-2008, 06:06 PM

Hard choice to make, but I went with the Punk Attack Wagon. I am impressed with all the entries.

*BigApple3AM* · 10-30-2008, 10:48 PM

Krang's Body - Very cool, head looks a little thick/big but otherwise nicely done. Where's krang though?

Archie - These are great. Paint is iffy on a few, but I especially love the leatherhead.

Wolverine - Combines two of the greatest characters ever. Cigar is not a nice touch, it's the best touch ever.

Diorama - Great backdrop for the NECA figures. Starlee looks like a production figure. (Take that however you want to... kidding)

Joe TMNT - These are awesome. I always love joe customs, especially TMNT ones. If you're interested I have a link to a store that sells custom joe sculpts including a casey jones head.

Patraw - Wow dude. This is some of your best stuff so far. Scratch is great, his neck seems a little long but overall he's awesome. The beetle guy is neat too. But dude that buzzrok is INSANE. He's perfect and makes the one we got look like a happy meal toy! I can't wait to see your future figures!

Touch and go - I have no idea who these guys are but the paint job is nice. Love the spawn alley backdrop.

Nightmare Raph - Simple but effective. Regular raph's head seems a little big, have you tried fast forward raph's head? It would look more proportionate and then maybe shredder's helmet would fit. Reminds me of the image series when Raph became shredder, although I imagine most of these customs I have no idea who the characters are come from the new toon which I haven't watched in a long while.

Punk Wagon - Wow. This is simply incredible. I don't know what to say. Can I buy it? If not can you give me the recipe? Great great work.

Who I vote for: It's tough. I love Patraw's stuff but I voted for him the past couple times. The punk wagon really grabs my eye, so I guess I'm going to vote for that one.

Great work everyone!

*Cipher* · 10-30-2008, 10:53 PM

I don't think I've ever posted in the toy section (haven't touched 'em since I was a tot), but these were too cool. I really, really liked every entry. Very quality.

It came down to a very tough choice between Krang's body, Touch and Go, Patraw's entry, and the Punk Wagon, but honestly, the Punk Wagon was just too flippin' cool to not vote for, and feels like something the old toyline would have, and should have included. Super professional.

*Ninjinister* · 10-31-2008, 12:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ectocooler

Nightmare Raph - Simple but effective. Regular raph's head seems a little big, have you tried fast forward raph's head? It would look more proportionate and then maybe shredder's helmet would fit. Reminds me of the image series when Raph became shredder, although I imagine most of these customs I have no idea who the characters are come from the new toon which I haven't watched in a long while.

Haven't thought of using Fast Forward Raph, and to be honest, at the time, I didn't have access to a spare FF Raph at the time. It seems like it might have been worth a try. Anyway, this is my first attempt at customizing, so I didn't want to do anything overly extravagant. As for the helmet, it was actually a standard Shredder I used, so the head is being used for something else (and thus no helmet to fit over the head).

And this is based on something from the new 'toon, just as the Touch & Go figures you were unaware of.

CudleyCowlick · 10-31-2008, 01:45 AM

I am still trying to catch my breath after the Punk Wagon took it away.
Well done, chief!

Patraw · 10-31-2008, 09:17 AM

Let's all observe a moment of silence for all of those brave toys that "gave" their plastic lives to make these customs possible.

I had a tougher time deciding whom to vote for in this contest, compared to past ones--their really is some excellent stuff exhibited here. That said, my vote went to raven6859's Mr. Touch & Mr. Go figures. I felt this entry was the best all-around in terms of execution and presentation, particularly the paintwork. My runner-up picks, in no particular order of preference, would be Archon Turtle, Blade Raider, and ToSte.

Many thanks to everyone who took the time and effort to participate--it wouldn't be possible to have a custom contest like this without you!

DMC362 · 10-31-2008, 01:01 PM

I voted for the punk wagon becuase it reminds of the toys i played with as a kid
How was it made it has a good paint job but seems to molded plastic instead of paint.
I also like the mini figures by patraw and the andoid body also.

IamtheKnight · 10-31-2008, 03:01 PM

I was gona vote for the 25th anniversary figures but i chose the punk action wagon cause it is the bomb!

raven6859 · 11-01-2008, 03:04 AM

Awesome! It's a tricky one!
I really like the NECA diorama, that's a great idea and so well executed! The G I Joe figures look cool, great likenesses!
Sisyphus, Buzzrock and Scratch are incredible, especially as we've had the opportunity to see the terrifying amount of work that went in to them! Amazing articulation and paint!
Krang's robot body is neat, great idea for a base figure. I look forward to seeing Krang using it in due course!
I like the Stump Wrestling figures, it's always a pleasure to see Archie characters!
The Wolverine Turtle puts me in mind of a wacky piece of art that has sprung to life!
Nightmare Raph is cool, very clean, I'm particularly fond of the episode he appears in!
However, my vote had to go to the Punk Attack Wagon! The paints are very clean and bold, and I'm just a total sucker for a vehicle, especially a character-specific one!

Many thanks for the kind words and votes for my entry, really appreciate it! Praise from Caesar!

Hero, Mr. Touch was indeed made from a couple of wrestling figures - an old Shane McMahon provided the body, and the forearms and head come from The Rock!

Patraw, many thanks for organising this!

View Poll Results: Which custom deserves to be #1?
Krang's Android Body	4	8.00%
Stump Wrestling Figures	1	2.00%
Wolverine/Turtle Amalgam	6	12.00%
NECA NY Building Diorama & Starlee	1	2.00%
25th Anniversary TMNT Wave 1 Figures	1	2.00%
Sisyphus, Buzzrok, & Scratch Mini Figures	10	20.00%
Touch & Go Figures	6	12.00%
Nightmare Raphael	1	2.00%
Punk Attack Wagon	20	40.00%
Voters: 50. You may not vote on this poll

10-30-2008, 07:15 AM	#1
Patraw Stone Warrior Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Michigan, USA Posts: 689	VOTING!!! -- TMNT Custom Contest (Mark III) After six weeks of waiting, it's finally voting time for the Technodrome Forums TMNT Custom Contest (Mark III)! Examine all the entries (due to the forum's limitations on the number of images per post, I split the submissions into two postings, so make sure you scroll down to see them all), then pick the one you think is the best and hit the "vote now" button--that's all there is to it. Good luck to all the participants and may the best custom win! Important points to remember: 1. Any and all registered members of the Technodrome Forums are entitled to one vote each, including contest participants. 2. Contest participants may respond to question/comments about their customs in this voting thread, but, in doing so, they MAY NOT post any additional photos of, or links to, their custom works. If you're going to win, you have to do it solely on the merits of the entry image you submitted to me below. 3. The poll will be open for one week from the time it was posted. Whomever has the majority of the votes at the end of that time period will be declared the winner. In the event of a tie, I'll perform a tie breaker decision via random chance (die roll, coin toss, etc). 4. Any participant caught cheating and/or unfairly influencing the voting process will be disqualified and ejected from the contest. *Krang’s Android Body (A little too* Raph) Archie Stump Wrestling figures (aden) Wolverine/Turtle amalgam (Archon_Turtle) NECA New York Building Diorama and Fast Forward Starlee (BigFoot) 25th Anniversary TMNT Wave 1 figures (Blade Raider)**

10-30-2008, 07:19 AM	#2
Patraw Stone Warrior Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Michigan, USA Posts: 689	Sisyphus, Buzzrok, & Scratch mini action figures (Patraw) Mr. Touch & Mr. Go figures (raven6859) Nightmare Raphael (The S) Punk Attack Wagon (ToSte) Last edited by Patraw; 10-30-2008 at 07:20 AM. Reason: fixed image link

10-30-2008, 02:23 PM	#3
Spitfire Writer • Director Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 12,035	I was gonna vote for Touch and Go but the Punk Attack Wagon wins for creativity and good execution. __________________ Check out my online portfolio http://www.christopherpelletier.com/

10-30-2008, 04:02 PM	#6
Buffy Mad Scientist Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: where am I? Posts: 1,472	Such great entries, it was hard to choose but I eventually voted for Patraw's figures. __________________ Forgiveness is divine, but never pay full price for late pizza.

10-30-2008, 02:45 PM	#4
Ryona Guest Posts: n/a	Love the Punk Attack Wagon! It's totally squeal! It's something I would have loved to have seen in the series. As Spitfire said, it's totally creative. Love the design and features. Runner-up, I'd say is the Wolverine turtle. Not only does it look great, but it also reminds me of an old drawing Kevin and/or Peter had drawn back in the mid 80s of a group of TMNT in Marvel superhero attire.

10-30-2008, 04:30 PM	#8
Jester Rat-faced Dude-guy Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Arkansas Posts: 26,298	I agree with Ryona (never thought I'd say that... Love you...) and Spitfire. The Punk Attack Wagon FTW. But it was tough. I always love Patraw's customs, Touch and Go as well as Karai, the Foot, and Bishop look really cool, and I also love Krang's Body, but this was just so..." WTH!? 2x take" that it gets my vote. Really clever and well executed. __________________ "Clearly, you're Ninja Turtling incorrectly." - Leo656

10-30-2008, 04:38 PM	#9
VaughnMichael I'm Baaaaaaccck! Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 11,833	As cool at that punk wagon is Touch & Go got my vote.

10-30-2008, 05:09 PM	#10
Hero British Bloke Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Bristol, UK Posts: 2,298	Were Touch and Go customised from some WWE figures by any chance? I am loving all these entries. You customisers should give yourselves a pat on the back. ===HERO __________________ Go Green Machine My Facebook -My Tumblr - My Art - Figured 0ut - My Awesome Instagram

10-30-2008, 05:16 PM	#11
~~TurtleManiac~~ Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: KALI Posts: 1,008	these are all great!!! the krang android body, scratch&friends, and the punk attack wagon seem to have had the most work put into them, so ill probably be voting for one of those, havent made up my mind yet. the stump turtles look cool too because of the old school tmnt figures. i wish i would have been able to enter but had no new customs planned out so maybe next time if theres ever another contest. i just been working on updating some of the exisiting one i have, heres an updated toon irma that i have removed the stupid backpack and extra sweater it came with and made the upper body clothing into a one-piece sweater, and also an updated toon rocksteady that i added more armor to and gave him a sleeveless shirt rather than a small tanktop. i kno its not part of the contest but just wanted to share them somewhere without having to make a new thread. here they are http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3009/...97865c.jpg?v=0 my next custom will be metalhead with fully-functional chest-gun like he has in the show/game.

10-30-2008, 06:06 PM	#12
cowabunga14 Lover of Weird Things Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: CA Posts: 4,014	Hard choice to make, but I went with the Punk Attack Wagon. I am impressed with all the entries. __________________ How can something so beautiful shine on something so dreadful?

10-30-2008, 10:48 PM	#13
BigApple3AM Mad Scientist Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Supermarket Aisle Posts: 1,635	Krang's Body - Very cool, head looks a little thick/big but otherwise nicely done. Where's krang though? Archie - These are great. Paint is iffy on a few, but I especially love the leatherhead. Wolverine - Combines two of the greatest characters ever. Cigar is not a nice touch, it's the best touch ever. Diorama - Great backdrop for the NECA figures. Starlee looks like a production figure. (Take that however you want to... kidding) Joe TMNT - These are awesome. I always love joe customs, especially TMNT ones. If you're interested I have a link to a store that sells custom joe sculpts including a casey jones head. Patraw - Wow dude. This is some of your best stuff so far. Scratch is great, his neck seems a little long but overall he's awesome. The beetle guy is neat too. But dude that buzzrok is INSANE. He's perfect and makes the one we got look like a happy meal toy! I can't wait to see your future figures! Touch and go - I have no idea who these guys are but the paint job is nice. Love the spawn alley backdrop. Nightmare Raph - Simple but effective. Regular raph's head seems a little big, have you tried fast forward raph's head? It would look more proportionate and then maybe shredder's helmet would fit. Reminds me of the image series when Raph became shredder, although I imagine most of these customs I have no idea who the characters are come from the new toon which I haven't watched in a long while. Punk Wagon - Wow. This is simply incredible. I don't know what to say. Can I buy it? If not can you give me the recipe? Great great work. Who I vote for: It's tough. I love Patraw's stuff but I voted for him the past couple times. The punk wagon really grabs my eye, so I guess I'm going to vote for that one. Great work everyone!

10-30-2008, 10:53 PM	#14
Cipher Foot Elite Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 3,454	I don't think I've ever posted in the toy section (haven't touched 'em since I was a tot), but these were too cool. I really, really liked every entry. Very quality. It came down to a very tough choice between Krang's body, Touch and Go, Patraw's entry, and the Punk Wagon, but honestly, the Punk Wagon was just too flippin' cool to not vote for, and feels like something the old toyline would have, and should have included. Super professional.

10-31-2008, 01:45 AM	#16
CudleyCowlick Stone Warrior Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vermont, USA Posts: 721	I am still trying to catch my breath after the Punk Wagon took it away. Well done, chief! __________________ THE DARKNESS AGE IS RETURN!

10-31-2008, 09:17 AM	#17
Patraw Stone Warrior Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Michigan, USA Posts: 689	Let's all observe a moment of silence for all of those brave toys that "gave" their plastic lives to make these customs possible. I had a tougher time deciding whom to vote for in this contest, compared to past ones--their really is some excellent stuff exhibited here. That said, my vote went to raven6859's Mr. Touch & Mr. Go figures. I felt this entry was the best all-around in terms of execution and presentation, particularly the paintwork. My runner-up picks, in no particular order of preference, would be Archon Turtle, Blade Raider, and ToSte. Many thanks to everyone who took the time and effort to participate--it wouldn't be possible to have a custom contest like this without you! __________________

10-31-2008, 01:01 PM	#18
DMC362 Foot Soldier Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Augusta, Ga Posts: 121	I voted for the punk wagon becuase it reminds of the toys i played with as a kid How was it made it has a good paint job but seems to molded plastic instead of paint. I also like the mini figures by patraw and the andoid body also.

10-31-2008, 03:01 PM	#19
IamtheKnight Stone Warrior Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Gotham City Posts: 701	I was gona vote for the 25th anniversary figures but i chose the punk action wagon cause it is the bomb!

11-01-2008, 03:04 AM	#20
raven6859 Hench Mutant Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Kent, UK Posts: 332	Awesome! It's a tricky one! I really like the NECA diorama, that's a great idea and so well executed! The G I Joe figures look cool, great likenesses! Sisyphus, Buzzrock and Scratch are incredible, especially as we've had the opportunity to see the terrifying amount of work that went in to them! Amazing articulation and paint! Krang's robot body is neat, great idea for a base figure. I look forward to seeing Krang using it in due course! I like the Stump Wrestling figures, it's always a pleasure to see Archie characters! The Wolverine Turtle puts me in mind of a wacky piece of art that has sprung to life! Nightmare Raph is cool, very clean, I'm particularly fond of the episode he appears in! However, my vote had to go to the Punk Attack Wagon! The paints are very clean and bold, and I'm just a total sucker for a vehicle, especially a character-specific one! Many thanks for the kind words and votes for my entry, really appreciate it! Praise from Caesar! Hero, Mr. Touch was indeed made from a couple of wrestling figures - an old Shane McMahon provided the body, and the forearms and head come from The Rock! Patraw, many thanks for organising this!