BAF vs MU Galactus

Th0r4z1n3 · 09-01-2010, 11:46 PM

I guess Galactus is starting to show up now, so I was wondering if anyone had any input on how the MU version compares to the BAF?

I was having a conversation with a friend who was telling me about the new Galactus-sized Sentinels coming out down the road, and I gotta say I prefer the BAF version of him after seeing the pics. Given the price tag on the Galactus it seems just a feasible to get his BAF and save the hunting but I'm not that familiar with either figure.

NOTE: I should add that I mostly collect TFs, I'm not a huge Marvel collector so my knowledge of the various figures as good as many of yours. I know the decision is ultimately mine, I'm just looking for some input.

Shin Densetsu · 09-02-2010, 12:16 AM

I want to know how the MU version fares compared to the BAF too. I have the latter, and it's decent. Hate how the skirt hinders hip movement though.

synapse17 · 09-02-2010, 05:25 AM

The Marvel Legends Galactus is a couple of inches shorter than the new one coming out now. The old ML one has a more classic style going on while the new one has a more modern Galactus feel to it. I'm keeping my old Legends Galactus for my classic showcase and the new darker variant for my modern one.

That darker variant is the shizzznite!

ludovicotek · 09-02-2010, 06:45 AM

Th0r4z1n3, I'm not entirely sure, but I think that the MU Sentinels that are going to be coming out are not quite as tall as the new MU Galactus.

trebleshot · 09-02-2010, 10:37 AM

I think you're right, Ludo. IIRC, the new Sentinel will be about as tall as the BAF version, while the new Galactus is supposed to be a few inches taller than his BAF version.

I have the BAF of Galactus, but I'd still love to pick up the MU version. Electronics, bonus Surfer variant (with a really nice deco, too) and it's even more imposing next to the 3.75" figures. I hope if I can snag one at all, that it will be the dark variant. Love that deco.

Shin Densetsu · 09-02-2010, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by trebleshot

I think you're right, Ludo. IIRC, the new Sentinel will be about as tall as the BAF version, while the new Galactus is supposed to be a few inches taller than his BAF version.

I have the BAF of Galactus, but I'd still love to pick up the MU version. Electronics, bonus Surfer variant (with a really nice deco, too) and it's even more imposing next to the 3.75" figures. I hope if I can snag one at all, that it will be the dark variant. Love that deco.

The Dark Variant is awesome, I kept hearing about it here and had no idea WTF you guys were talking about, then I saw pics and was like wow..that is bad ass.

Amalberga81 · 09-02-2010, 07:57 PM

well, i just keep display my olf BAF from toybiz and keep the hasbro one in the big ass box !! hehehe (honestly i have difficult to bring that big box to my home after buy it)...im like the Toybiz version more than hasbro ones. its very "COMIC" style i think. the modern ones looks cool but still there's something iffy about it hehehe.
the darker one is came from game ULTIMATE ALLIANCE, right???the color is looks like the same, but dunno its right or not.
for sentinel, TOYBIZ is still the best, the new one from hasbro cant beat it i think.

Th0r4z1n3 · 09-04-2010, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Amalberga81

well, i just keep display my olf BAF from toybiz and keep the hasbro one in the big ass box !! hehehe (honestly i have difficult to bring that big box to my home after buy it)...im like the Toybiz version more than hasbro ones. its very "COMIC" style i think. the modern ones looks cool but still there's something iffy about it hehehe.
the darker one is came from game ULTIMATE ALLIANCE, right???the color is looks like the same, but dunno its right or not.
for sentinel, TOYBIZ is still the best, the new one from hasbro cant beat it i think.

I actually think I'm gonna go with the BAF Galctus, I think it looks a bit better. Not even gonna bother with the new Sent, the BAF one is by far more accurate to what I remember from my childhood and it scales REALLY well with the MU line.

Amalberga81 · 09-05-2010, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Th0r4z1n3

I actually think I'm gonna go with the BAF Galctus, I think it looks a bit better. Not even gonna bother with the new Sent, the BAF one is by far more accurate to what I remember from my childhood and it scales REALLY well with the MU line.

abosolutely agree with this my friend !!. the BAF ones looks cool, even he lost his height with the new one

Greylight · 09-06-2010, 05:52 PM

This post over on the Fwoosh has two great comparison photos of the figures together.

Shin Densetsu · 09-06-2010, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Greylight

This post over on the Fwoosh has two great comparison photos of the figures together.

Thanks. God damn the new one is HUGE!

Amalberga81 · 09-06-2010, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Greylight

This post over on the Fwoosh has two great comparison photos of the figures together.

its like my newborn baby for the heights

Th0r4z1n3 · 09-06-2010, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Greylight

This post over on the Fwoosh has two great comparison photos of the figures together.

Awwwwe well hell, looks like I'm gonna have to find me an MU Galactus. I just can't argue with the size of that thing. That's assuming that the BAF is about the same size as the BAF Sentinal & Apocalypse, but yea he's a monster.

trebleshot · 09-07-2010, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Th0r4z1n3

Awwwwe well hell, looks like I'm gonna have to find me an MU Galactus. I just can't argue with the size of that thing. That's assuming that the BAF is about the same size as the BAF Sentinal & Apocalypse, but yea he's a monster.

The BAF Sentinel, Apocalypse and Galactus are all about the same height. Technically, Galactus is a bit shorter if you only go to the top of his helmet. Same height if you count his ears, though.

Greenskar · 09-07-2010, 08:58 AM

I just got my MU Galactus w/ Silver Surfer on Sat. at a local comic shop. All I can say is...

... There are none greater than Galactus!

SH0CKWAVE · 02-23-2012, 01:26 PM

old school thread!!

LORD MARVEL · 02-23-2012, 01:51 PM

lol .... MU GALACTUS ....SIZE, COLORS,DETAIL.. plus voice

quipp209 · 02-23-2012, 02:06 PM

Legends baf stands no chance if u compare to mu galactus I own both its not even close

itMFtis · 02-23-2012, 02:17 PM

Comparison thread without pics...weak. Where is that "useless without pics" gif...

SH0CKWAVE · 02-23-2012, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by itMFtis

Comparison thread without pics...weak. Where is that "useless without pics" gif...

served.

behindthemask · 02-23-2012, 03:09 PM

I have never seen the MU version in the wild, so I can't say it's "that much better" then the bad version, but it does look good, The light up/voice mechanism is a nice touch, and I do like the dark variant, however having said this, I do enjoy my baf version alot, I love the facesculpt on him and the articulation in the hands, scale wise he's good, but big is sometimes better. I just can't justify the $60-70 + like 30-40 to ship the big guy.

Dinofreak · 02-23-2012, 03:23 PM

I think it is a fact that size matters, but the old School Galactus has a "je ne sais quoi"

BTW it can still hold his Surfer

behindthemask · 02-23-2012, 03:27 PM

Personally if you can afford it, get both! I may get the MU version if it ever shows up at retail/lcs level to avoid shipping as it's just 2 big and heavy to find cheap shipping for.

Iceman · 02-23-2012, 03:32 PM

The TRUs here in Canada have tons on the dark variant right now. And they are on sale for about $50

Travis King · 02-23-2012, 03:37 PM

I need the dark variant and the single carded version. Same for the sentinel, I've only seen pictures of the variant.

09-01-2010, 11:46 PM	#1
Th0r4z1n3 I seek teh Seekers Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NW Ohio Posts: 360	I guess Galactus is starting to show up now, so I was wondering if anyone had any input on how the MU version compares to the BAF? I was having a conversation with a friend who was telling me about the new Galactus-sized Sentinels coming out down the road, and I gotta say I prefer the BAF version of him after seeing the pics. Given the price tag on the Galactus it seems just a feasible to get his BAF and save the hunting but I'm not that familiar with either figure. NOTE: I should add that I mostly collect TFs, I'm not a huge Marvel collector so my knowledge of the various figures as good as many of yours. I know the decision is ultimately mine, I'm just looking for some input. __________________

09-02-2010, 12:16 AM	#2
Shin Densetsu OPTIMUS GUINNESS Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 8,542	I want to know how the MU version fares compared to the BAF too. I have the latter, and it's decent. Hate how the skirt hinders hip movement though. __________________ The Transformers! Knowing Is Half The Battle! Thunder, Thunder, Hoooooooo!!!!! Tokusatsu all day everyday! CHECK OUT OUR RESOURCES SECTIONS HERE!: Transformers Database GI Joe Database

09-02-2010, 10:37 AM	#5
trebleshot Dark Lord of the 'Ark Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 8,224	I think you're right, Ludo. IIRC, the new Sentinel will be about as tall as the BAF version, while the new Galactus is supposed to be a few inches taller than his BAF version. I have the BAF of Galactus, but I'd still love to pick up the MU version. Electronics, bonus Surfer variant (with a really nice deco, too) and it's even more imposing next to the 3.75" figures. I hope if I can snag one at all, that it will be the dark variant. Love that deco. __________________

09-02-2010, 11:02 AM	#6
Shin Densetsu OPTIMUS GUINNESS Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 8,542	Quote: Originally Posted by trebleshot I think you're right, Ludo. IIRC, the new Sentinel will be about as tall as the BAF version, while the new Galactus is supposed to be a few inches taller than his BAF version. I have the BAF of Galactus, but I'd still love to pick up the MU version. Electronics, bonus Surfer variant (with a really nice deco, too) and it's even more imposing next to the 3.75" figures. I hope if I can snag one at all, that it will be the dark variant. Love that deco. The Dark Variant is awesome, I kept hearing about it here and had no idea WTF you guys were talking about, then I saw pics and was like wow..that is bad ass. __________________ The Transformers! Knowing Is Half The Battle! Thunder, Thunder, Hoooooooo!!!!! Tokusatsu all day everyday! CHECK OUT OUR RESOURCES SECTIONS HERE!: Transformers Database GI Joe Database

09-02-2010, 07:57 PM	#7
Amalberga81 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Corrupted City Posts: 350	well, i just keep display my olf BAF from toybiz and keep the hasbro one in the big ass box !! hehehe (honestly i have difficult to bring that big box to my home after buy it)...im like the Toybiz version more than hasbro ones. its very "COMIC" style i think. the modern ones looks cool but still there's something iffy about it hehehe. the darker one is came from game ULTIMATE ALLIANCE, right???the color is looks like the same, but dunno its right or not. for sentinel, TOYBIZ is still the best, the new one from hasbro cant beat it i think. __________________ "AVENGERS ASSEMBLE !! GREATEST SUPER HERO TEAM ON EARTH, NO DOUBT IT"