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February 05, 2008

Gallery Teaser: "I Don't Feel Tardy"

Sure this has taken me awhile to do and I am late by my own schedule but I'm not done yet. There are still quite a few shots I still want to get and well I don't want to rush anything. Last thing I want is a half-assed posed Superman on this blog *shudder*.

Regardless I do see at light at the end of the tunnel.



January 21, 2008

HOT TOYS Gallery: "But We Will Never Leave You. Even in the Face of Our Deaths."

Took a while huh?

Well not a super long time but longer than I anticipated (don't expect the 2-n-1 Supes for at least a month) but I'm glad I was able to able to do a gallery of him regardless.

I wouldn't say this is one-sixth of the year as some have humorously said. Honestly with all the stiuff that's coming out this year from Medicom, Hot Toys and Enterbay it's safe to say that it won't be one-sixth of the year but for simply fulfilling a fanboy wish it definitely earns a special place on my shelf.

Enjoy the Gallery folks.

January 18, 2008

VIDEO Gallery: Superman Returns Hot Toys Video Gallery

While I admit I am very busy and probably won't have the Jor El and Superman/Clark Kent galleries ready for a bit I was able to put together a video gallery featuring your favorite Kryptonian.

I hope you like it. I probably will never direct a Superman movie but I'd like to point out that like Superman Returns this video cost 200 million dollars to make. ^_'''

Enjoy!

January 13, 2008

Gallery Teaser: "...But He Will Never Be Alone."

Oh yeah.

I'm sure you were expecting this and if you weren't shame on you! Expect the father of the Last Son of Krypton to make his Henshin Hobby debut soon.

I wonder if his 2-in-1 HT son will follow? *coughyescough*



November 19, 2007

MEDICOM Gallery: WORLD WAR PARKER!!

(Overly dramatic title don't you think?)

Some guys can get away with being a little emo. Especially if that someone is playing host to an parasitic host from outer space.

It also doesn't hurt that said parasitic organism makes you look pretty damn cool. Sure you may end up bitch slapping the red head of your life but hey, at least you look good and like that old 80's proverb said "it's better to look good than to feel good.".

Truer words have never been spoken. Enjoy the gallery folks!

Photos by Tendou

November 13, 2007

Gallery Teaser: He's Emo True Believers!

Sure people hated the dancing emo scenes in Spider-Man 3. Personally I LOVED it. A geeky super hero no matter how parasitically enhanced he becomes, is still a geek.

While Medicom didn't create a mail-away MJ for him to beat on (which would have made this release SO complete) expect this gallery to be put up sometime soon.



October 22, 2007

HOT TOYS News: "The Son Becomes the Father, the Father Becomes the Son"

In one-sixth form!

Wow while another Superman isn't that big a deal (except for those who missed out on him the first time) this one is a TWO in ONE Clark Kent Superman. Meaning you get to change his clothes to whatever persona you want him to be. Basically this will be the only Superman you'll ever need from HT. You get your Clark Kent and you get your Superman.

However the big news is that Jor-El will be released also. It's almost a dream piece. It's the Marlon Brando Jor El from the Richard Donner Superman Universe. Yeah that's a pretty big damn deal. Not much to see for the moment but check out the picture below. I felt that the release would be Brando and not the silver traveling suit that Superman had at the beginning of Superman Returns (which was a strong rumor).

Maybe one day HT will give us THE dream peice for us Super-fans; the Christopher Reeve one-sixth Superman. One can dream right?

Both are set for a December 2007 release (needless to say I'm getting two of each. you know, in case there is a fire or something and I can only frantically save one).



October 10, 2007

Review & Gallery: Sideshow Exclusive Mary Jane Watson Comiquette

"Tiger, You Just Hit the Jackpot!"


By Gatack

Note: I’m not going to waste time talking about all the unnecessary brouhaha from the mainstream press in regards to the fan service* of this statue. She’s wearing more clothes than He-Man and he’s practically naked (no one’s knockin’ on Mattel’s door over his blatant disregard for pants). However I will tell you that I bought TWO Mary Jane statues.

Why? Because two dimpled red-heads are better than one (otherwise known as the beer rule).

We now continue to our scheduled review.

I had just finished devouring second breakfast when I heard a knock at the door. It was the UPS delivery guy hooking me up with some Sideshow goodness. I’ve been waiting for this Comiquette ever since it was first announced with that little teaser image on Sideshow’s main site. I’m a huge, HUGE fan of Mary Jane Watson. She’s the ultimate high school crush, the most popular girl in school, the one who wasn’t above giving your average Latino the time of day (or in my case, not say a word to you in four years except at graduation when said popular girl asked yours truly for a dollar at the Coke machine. She so dug me and my crumpled-up George Washington).

What we have here is the second installment in the line of statues devoted to the art of Adam Hughes, the Sideshow Exclusive Mary Jane Comiquette. This is THE piece I’ve been looking forward to the most.

To read this review in its entirety please click the image below...





October 09, 2007

Review & Gallery: Sideshow Exclusive Emma Frost, White Queen Comiquette

“Love (Frost) Bites
(Or “Scott Summers you lucky ****”)

By Gatack

Note: I know this is kinda late, but I have a good excuse. This statue was received very late, and well, I figured I'd pop out this review to coincide with the release of the Mary Jane statue (which will also have a review).

I’m torn between headlines here. I could use a forced Def Leppard pun or say what I feel. But right now I like Def Leppard more than I do Scott Summers (although in hindsight “Hot for Teacher” could work too, but it’s not as "classy"). As much as this attractive piece is about Emma Frost, it’s also about Adam Hughes. Yes, he can draw very hot women but I think it deserves mention that Adam Hughes can do more than draw curves and different types of breast sizes. He’s an incredible artist who happens to draw hot chicks (anyone seen his work on Legionnaires? His Star Wars covers or his Superman Returns covers? Nice stuff indeed).

This comiquette is based off his art and while a female statue being based on his art, isn't anything new this one deserves special attention-as it’s one of the best thats ever been based off his art.

To read this review in its entirety please click the image below...





October 02, 2007

Gallery Teaser: THE GREATEST REDHEAD TO EVER LIVE!!!!! EVER...EVER EVER!!!!!!!!

And yes I'm including Santa Clause...

You heard me!!

Well, sure the owner of that delicious booty in the teaser is a fictional character but I can still appreciate her level of existence here on EARTH 53 (aka Henshinhobby earth).



September 26, 2007

KOTOBUKIYA Gallery: Superman PVC Statue

It's Wednesday and we all know what that means... Comic Book day! Yaaayyy!

With that said I can't think of a better gallery to put up than this one. It's the Kotobukiya Superman PVC statue. With all the love Batman has gotten over the years it's good to see everyones favorite Last Kryptonian get a statue from Kotobukiya.

Speaking of which, expect the girl of steel to make her way on the blog sometime this year (again, thanks to Koto).



September 18, 2007

Gallery Teaser: So What if This is a Year Late...

Yeah, I figure better late than never.



Right?



July 31, 2007

FILM REVIEW: SUPERMAN DOOMSDAY

The new era of DC Animation begins with a insanely long line. I mean damn, what a line! I hate lines but I love Superman so I grin and bear it (as do several thousand others).

As you know this story is based off the 90's story line, The Death of Superman. It was a big huge event that made all the news to the point where every big comic death is compared to it (justly or unjustly). This is not an exact port over from the comics which is fine with me since the "Death" story line could use the some tweaking and in animated form where they only have 75 minutes to make a solid story so you can't fully and realistically expect all that to be shoe-horned in this movie.

It took a second to get used to this new, non-JLU Superman. he's not a part of any league (according to Bruce Timm in the post movie panel, Superman is the only Super hero out there) Pa Kent is dead and Lois Lane doesn't know Clark Kent and Superman are one in the same - yet she'd been dating Superman for six months, and most of Metropolis seems to know (thanks to the tabloids). Like I said, a different but not unfamiliar Superman in a different setting. Adam Baldwin does a very good job as Superman. He's probably the best I've ever heard animation wise (Tim Daly is a bit too stiff for me and George Newburn, while good is missing that authoritative presence that I think Superman has). Bruce Timm mentioned in an interview that Baldwin's Superman is the one he's been looking for since the mid-90's when he first worked on Superman: The Animated Series. When Baldwin's Superman says "I'll taker care of it.", you believe him.

Some may have a problem with Superman's facial design because of his cheek bones. I personally don't as it reminds me of the way Walt Simonson would draw Superman but hey, to each his or her own.

Lois Lane (Anne Heche) is bright, daring and independent. Not much different from the Dana Delany Timm-verse Lois. While happy in her relationship with Superman she is frustrated with the fact that she doesn't know much about him and after six months she feels she's entitled to know more. Heche did a great Lois and I thought she would have been the best ever if not for her crying scene. That scene didn't come off very well. In fact the audience was mocking her attempt at grief when Superman laid dead in front of her. She's great at everything else however. Lois is tough and very brave (the AC/DC opus "She's got balls" comes immediately to mind). I wouldn't mind seeing more of this Lois Lane in the future.

Lex Luthor (James Marsters) in this movie is a JOY to behold. While Clancy Brown has become for me, the definitive Lex Luthor, Marsters does a fine Lex and easily carves his own niche in that role. Again Lex in this one is a high -rolling business mogul who's vindictive, slimy, disingenuous and dare I say he's got a "thing" for Superman. This Lex is more obsessed with Superman more than any other screen version I've seen. Freud would have a field day with this Lex as there is a lot to take in with Lex's personality. Regardless of how you want to interpret his character it can't be denied that his presence commands attention. He chews up scenery but is far from camp and this Lex takes full advantage of the movie's PG-13 rating.

The other title character Doomsday is walking death. That's it, nothing more really needs to be said. He kills everything in his path. Civilians, soldiers, animals (Bambi no!), Kryptonians - all dead. This OVA Doomsday is different from the JLU version we've seen. The movie Doomsday is of an alien origin while the JLU one is a Cadmus creation. There are some little things that I won't include about him but all you need to know is that he exists to kill everything.

The actual fight between Superman/Doomsday is probably the best U.S. animated fight scene I've seen. America has come along way when it comes to animation and I think they've turned a corner with Superman/Doomsday. It was fast, brutal, bloody, destructive and every blow felt as if it hurt. It's what you'd want and expect to see in a fight between these two titans and in my opinion the fight succeeds with flying colors.

Outside of Lex there was one other character that was really... really fun to watch.



BIG SPOILER BELOW







LAST CHANCE!







The "Dark" Superman is a riot. He blends in a couple of the origins from "Reign of the Supermen" storyline (I won't say which but you'll be able to figure it out when you see it). He's compassionate yet as the story develops has a harsh sense of Justice. He's blunt, brutal, murderous (!), a bit arrogant and intelligent. Why? Because he's the Goddamn Superman that's why!

Oh yeah, it's like that (keep an eye out for a scene where Dark Superman rescues an old lady's kitty from a tree. It's awesomely creepy)

Normally I would spill some more plot intensive beans but I'll pull back on this one. The joy is in seeing it for yourself and trust me, you'll thank me later.

However I would like to wrap this up by saying that DC's new direct to video, Warner Premier animation line has gotten off to a great start in Superman/Doomsday. DC's President & Publisher Paul Levitz said at the premier that they (WB/DC) are very proud of this movie and they should be.I always wondered to myself how, "How can they top JLU?" Well, this line is what could top it and it looks like they eventually will.

Oh. One more thing.

Ever hear of a little diddy called New Frontier? Yeah that's next and the trailer for it knocks it out of the park!


MSRP: $19.98

Street Date: 9/18/07



*Give me some major props because I was going through a bad, bad case of food poisoning as I saw this. So in case anyone asks you can tell them that "Gatack says getting sick at SDCC sucked."

May 27, 2007

Medicom Gallery: Movie Version VENOM, That Alone Should Make You Click!

Yeah, Venom wasn't in the movie for a whole lot of time but when he was there he took center stage and he takes center stage in this gallery as well. I wasn't sure how this was going to turn out due how tight he is but I'm very pleased with the result.

We really had a lot of fun working on this particular gallery and we hope you enjoy looking at it.


Photos by Tendou

May 13, 2007

Review & Gallery: Black Suited Spider-Man 3 Medicom

"The Power... Feels Good"

I was in line for six hours-SIX HOURS-to be there at the midnight showing of Spider-Man 3. For me and many other people on the planet, it's the most anticipated movie of the summer (which, as of this writing, has raked in 391 million worldwide). That's saying a lot considering you have big name sequels like "Pirates of the Caribbean 3: At Worlds End", "Transformers", "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix", "Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer", and even the unnecessary and unasked-for pop culture throat-jammer that is "Shrek 3: The Quickening."

All are back and all have various levels of merchandise to sell. Of course there was one bit of merchandise that obviously caught my interest.

To read this review in its entirety please click the image below...


Review by Gatack and Photo's by Tendou

May 07, 2007

Medicom Gallery Update: Nobody likes a tease...

Yo!

I've posted this image on the medi-forum over at Mediworld. It's a pic of the black suited Spider-Man. Yeah, well hopefully I'll put up the review and gallery within the next couple of days.

Anyway, take a gander and enjoy. :)


April 23, 2007

MEDICOM News: The Power..


With Spider-Man 3 set to premiere in under 2 weeks Medicom has unveiled a new figure in their lineup that all fans will have to have!! Peter Parker!! Yes, Peter will be as he appears in SM3!! Dark clothed and an Emo expresion!! The figure will feature an authentic likeness to actor Tobey Maguire and will feature clothing and acessories as seen in the film. This will be a Special Mail Away Coupon Redemption piece. The Coupon will be included with the upcoming release of the Black Costumed Spider-man this week. Peter will also feature his Black Innersuit so that you can recreate the pose from the film!! For the sake of the US fans Hopefully Medicom has plans to import this piece over via Sideshow.

Peter will be released this October and will cost the price of a coupon (Included with SM3 Black Spidey, no limit) and 12800yen.
Please click for bigger picture~

March 28, 2007

REVIEW & GALLERY: Ghost Rider Medicom

"SHOUT AT THE DEVIL!"

It's not very often that the devil can bestow otherworldly powers on you and give you a cool look to boot. But that's what happened to Johnny Blaze. Sure he lost his dad, is cursed to walk the earth, and now spends his spare time foiling whatever plans Mephistopheles has. Sounds like good times to me (Just so you know, I'm going by the movie version of the story because that's what the Medicom doll is based on, so don't expect to hear the name Mephisto mentioned here — a second time that is).

Ghost Rider is currently enjoying a very successful stint at the box office (crossing the world wide mark of $200 million). It's easy to say that he's on fire or en fuego (ugh), but he is. Medicom has thrown their kimono into the super hero ring once again and have given us the nicest Ghost Rider figure on the market — and probably the nicest Marvel Medicom ever.

To read this review in its entirety please click the image below...




Photos by Tendou Kabuto and Review by Gatack

March 24, 2007

MEDICOM News: OOZING his way into your display case!!!

Seems like Sony is letting up with the Venom images now and Medicom has provided new pics of Spidey's Ultimate Nemesis for all you to see!!! These new pics by Medicom are by far the best Promo shots we've seen!!!

Please click for bigger picture~



Pic source- Medicomtoy

March 06, 2007

REVIEW & GALLERY: Venom vs. Spider-Man Diorama from Sideshow Collectibles

"Battle of the Century... Right?"


"Venom? Spider-Man?

Venom VERSUS Spider-Man! Sideshow? Sideshow doing Venom versus Spider-Man statue?!

What? They got pictures? Let me see!!

Oh, that’s it? Really? Wow, what’s the exclusive one look like? Well, that’s a little better."

That my friends, was my initial reaction to seeing the Venom versus Spider-man statue from Sideshow Collectibles. It really wasn't what I was expecting. In fact I know a lot of people weren't too thrilled with what they saw. The forum talk on various forums wasn't too kind. The piece in question wasn't trashed or mocked by any means; it just didn't meet lofty expectations a statue with the names “Venom” and “Spider-Man” would have on it. But now the statue is out and it’s time to take a look at the final product in all it’s glory.

To read this review in its entirety please click the image below...




Photos by Tendou Kabuto and Review by Gatack

January 31, 2007

Hot Toys Gallery: "You know, The World Can Always Use More Good Reporters"

Well this figure is finally up! I've had this piece on my shelf for a while but haven't had the chance to work on it until just recently. I was kinda surprised to see this one released so soon after it was announced at the end of 2006 but hey, I've got no problem with that. This 1/6 was a joy to work on and I hope you all take the time to take a look at this gallery.

I know what you're thinking - Where's the Medicom Clark Kent? To that I say *patience*! All in due time, after all we're not just a 1/6 site now are we?



Photos by Kabuto

January 30, 2007

SIDESHOW Gallery: Hell Never looked so good

Sideshow just keeps raising the bar when it comes to US Superhero statues. This Ghost Rider Maquette is no exception. Just look at him, clad in leather with a Huge Demonic chain, that skull that's burning with Hellfire and that bad ass pose ready to unleash the vengeance. You gotta admit It's hard to top that Demonic style he's got! This is the Exclusive version with Flame Base of course! Check it out




Photos by Kabuto

January 04, 2007

MEDICOM News: Spider-Man 3!!!

Looks like the obvious has been confirmed. Medicom will release RAH figures based on the highly anticipated upcoming film Spider-Man 3. Lineup will include (the obvious) Spidey in Red, Spidey in Black and Venom. Look forward to preorder these from Sideshow in the coming weeks. -_^


SIDESHOW Gallery: The World's Greatest Comic Magazine is now immortalized!!!

Today we have a very special treat for all you US comic fans. Today's Gallery is of the new Fantastic Four Diorama by Sideshow. This is the Exclusive version of course! Check it out




Photos by Kabuto

January 01, 2007

THE WORST OF 2006*.... Hint: He's Got an "S" on His Chest

I'm sure some might say that I enjoyed doing that to a Superman figure. Nothing could be farther from the truth. I'm just tired of my favorite character being given such terrible merchandise. From those terrible Mattel Superman Returns Figures to that recently released DC Direct 1/4 Museum Quality statue he's been on the receiving end of such terrible products. It's a frustrating process that leaves this one Superman fan expecting the worse instead of hoping for the best.

And now I give you this. The first DC Direct 13" Superman. I could write an opus on what is wrong with him but I don't wish to waste any more of my time on this. In all honestly I don't know what some see in this figure. Is it because of the accessories? That's all I hear people talk about. No one talks about the sculpt, no one talks about the articulation. He doesn't come with anything that's actually high quality. People just talk about the extra set of clothes (which I guess for some is a good substitute for quality). I've come to notice that 2006 was the year of the acceptance and praising of mediocrity and this figure fits right in with that. Sadder is that it's not even at the level of mediocrity.



Feel free to click the image above to take you directly to the gallery of the worst 1/6 of the year. Sadly enough I look at the recently released Aquaman and Batman and I can say that they don't look too bad. Definitely a step or two above their first 13" offering. In March they plan on releasing this doll again with a different head. The head is a huge improvement over the original one. But if the QC is just as bad then what's the point?

I believe it was the vastly Superior Beast Wars version of Megatron that said "New packaging, same product. Loser." I think that sums up my feelings well enough.

*EDIT: Apparently he came out just at the end of '05. And to that I say he's bad enough to represent both years. He's not escaping that easily.'

Photos by Gatack

November 10, 2006

Hot Toys News: Superma... err CLARK KENT Flies over Hong Kong!

Well I knew this was coming down the pike. This was far from a secret but still no one knew what it looked like. Now thanks to Blister we have several pics on what the Movie Masterpiece Clark Kent looks like. Looks like a winner to me! Put me down for two! As a fan of Superman I can say that Hot Toys has done it again - well I can't really say that unless I have it in hand but these pictures do look good!

Looks like I might have to do another comparisons page.

November 02, 2006

TAKARA Gallery: Super Cyborg a Go Go!

Here we have in what is in my opinion the funnest of the Superman Microman figures. The Cyborg Superman is a very fun toy. I wasn't quite sure at first since this was an all new TAKARA design. Not that I didn't think they would do a good job, but I wasn't sure what approach they would take. Well I was worried over nothing since this figure is incredibly fun and the armor actually stays on - same with his weapons!

Anyway enough chatter -enjoy the gallery!



Photos by Gatack

October 30, 2006

MEDICOM Gallery: SNIKT!!

Well, This is the Gallery Everyone's been asking for. Probably the BEST of all the Marvel Medicoms so far!!





Photos by Kabuto

October 18, 2006

MEDICOM Gallery: MAXIMUM CARNAGE!!!!!

Continuing the Medicom Tradition this week with a new Gallery. This week is Cletus. I did my best to bring out the "Killer" intent. Hope you all like it!





Photos by Kabuto

October 11, 2006

MEDICOM Gallery: I WANT TO EAT YOUR BRAIN!!!!!!

Seems the 1/6 scale figures are quite popular these days. As Venom would Prove here, it's like the Best Poison in the world. Well anyway here we have the Venom Medicom 1/6 figure. He's based on the Todd version of Venom and looks quite sinister if I might add..!





Photos by Kabuto

October 09, 2006

SIDESHOW Gallery: So Says DOOM!

A Special Gallery for all you US Comic fans! This is the Infamous Dr. Doom 1/4 Premium Format Exclusive! Doom includes the much admired Chalice and Pedastal not included with the Normal version of Doom. Overall a Pimpin Piece!! Check him out and see his Glory!!





Photos by Kabuto

October 05, 2006

1/6 SCALE Comparison: Which Superman Soars above the Rest? Does any?

Well I said I'd be back didn't I? Well I can't very well spend all this money on Superman 1/6 figures without having SOME opinion about them (just an FYI - I buy multiple figs. I do that for virtually everything I collect). I always planned on having a page like this the moment I heard that several companies were going to take their shot at a Superman Returns 12". Well I finally got the Medicom so now I was able to put this page together.

As for why I've done this it's fairly simple. I haven't seen anyone else do it, at least like this. Lots of Batman comparisons with all the Batman Begins dolls out there but not many for Superman. Hence forth here is this page. It visually breaks down each figure, why visual? Well nine times out of ten pictures tend to speak for themselves, why ruin it with tons of sarcasm and bad puns? That Doesn't mean that I don't give a brief rundown of each one however. I definitely have an opinion on all three.

Enough talk, please click the image below and enjoy!



Photos by Gatack & Kabuto

MEDICOM Gallery: Faster Than a Speeding Bullet Train...

More powerful than a.... Nevermind. Well it took me long enough but I finally got it (as if there would ever be any doubt). I didn't know what to expect since the buzz on this wasn't that good. It hasn't been good since the first image of it came out months ago. Out of all the three 1/6 scale dolls (ok ok - FOUR if you include the Ken Doll version) the Medicom release generates the most opinions. I have my own feelings on this doll and I'll express those next time.

However to the business at hand here is the Superman Returns Medicom gallery.



Photos by Kabuto & Gatack

September 27, 2006

ERIC SO Gallery: Darkhorse Hellboy Vinyl

Now when I first got this piece I couldn't help but laugh at how appropriate a subject like Hellboy would be for an Eric So URBAN VINYL figure. That and I laughed because he looked funny. Not funny wierd but funny "ha ha'. I don't own many URBAN VINYL'S but I couldn't pass up the opportunity to grab a Hellboy one. I was in my... *ahem* "Hellboy phase" thanks to the 2004 movie and the awesome comic by Mike Mignola.

Well after I got my Vinyl I was in a glass case of emotions. Literally the UPS guy took forever to arrive. After much pacing and swearing I got it. It arrived right before my friends showed up. And then it was pointed out to me that my Hellboy Vinyl... that beautifully round-belly figure had a certificate that said number six out of a thousand. That's 006/1000 my friends. That night was truly metal.

ON TO THE GALLERY!!!



Photos by Kabuto

September 19, 2006

TAKARA Gallery: Little Girl Lost...

Chalk this one up to me being lazy. I've had her for a while but have been lazy to put her up. I like this one a lot and is I think the best Supergirl figure ever made. Not saying much since there aren't that many out there but I like the metallic blue color scheme Takara gave her and I really dig the face. Now there are some that say that she's too anime looking. Which is true. However since I am an anime fan and am tired of mediocre looking Supergirl heads and expressions I'm glad they went with this approach. She looks damn nice an I like how this one is based off the current version Kara Zor-El.

Ok, I know this isn't the Matrix/Linda Danvers/Angelic version. Personally I liked that one a lot but hey what are you going to do? In 20 years Crisis 3 will give us another Supergirl. Until then however, enjoy this one!



Photos by Kabuto

September 11, 2006

SIDESHOW Gallery: I! AM! IRON MAN!!

OK! OK! So it's not a Japanese Piece but man, you gotta admit it's impressive ^-^ This is the new 1/4 scale Iron Man Comiquette released by Sideshow Collectibles. This is also the Exclusive version with optional Tony Stark Head Which is Only available with the Exclusive. The Metallic Finish is absolutely Incredible and the overall feel and look of the statue is just WOW. This is in my opinion the BEST Iron Man statue ever done. Hell the Best Iron Man figure period! Check out the Gallery!



Photos by Kabuto

August 31, 2006

MEZCO Gallery: "Oh Crap" - Hellboy SDCC Figure

"Oh Crap." Anung Un Rama AKA HELLBOY says that a lot doesn't he? Well I'm pretty sure if I saw a bunch of floating Japanese heads trying to eat I'd be saying the same thing if not worse.

Anyway I have been very impressed by MEZCO (lets just ignore those GHASTLY Underworld figures shall we?) evers since they released the movie line. And even more impressed by their comic line. It's literally like Mike Mignola's art took 3D form. And as a follow up to last years invisible Lobster Johnson we have the Deluxe Hellboy with floating Japanese heads from the famous Hellboy story... HEADS (what you expected a complicated title?). Heads is based off a Japanese folk tale, Nukekubi.

So lets get right down to it! Click on the pic below to access the gallery - good thing for me HB is very photogenic! ^_^



Photos by Gatack & Kabuto

August 28, 2006

TAKARA Gallery: Superman Returns Microman

Ok I swear to GOD I will have something cool to post on that isn’t Superman related. I’ll post a really cool gallery this week but since its Monday I’ll start you off with a little Superman action. Anyway here is the Takara Superman from their Microman line. It’s based off the one from Superman Returns. As you’d expect it’s fun and posable. It was hard to find one with a clean “S” on his chest as a majority of them have scratches and nicks and what not on them. Still I’m glad I was able to grab a good one.

If there was one difficulty in doing this gallery it was taking the photos. I deleted a lot of blurry images believe me. Still it took a while to get it down to where I got clear and crisp shots of him. Anyway click the image and enjoy the gallery of the Superman Returns Microman.



Photos by Gatack & Kabuto

August 21, 2006

HOT TOYS Gallery: Superman Collector Diorama

Gotta love customs. And when I mean customs I don't mean the cool things like toy customs like those awesome Kamen Rider human heads for the Kamen Rider Medicom. I mean the customs that cruelly holds on to our toys before we can get our grubby hands on them. Yep, talking about good 'old U.S. Customs. Still, I'm glad I got my stuff -even if I should have had it a week ago!

One of the things I'm glad came is the Hot Toys Superman diorama's. They look incredible up close and was surprised by how hard the plastic was. It was easy to put together. It's amazing what a great job Hot Toys did with nailing the likeness of Superman actor Brandon Routh. Honestly it's insane how great these things look yet the more expensive DC Direct stuff doesn't even look half as good. *sigh*

Anyway before I burn a bridge so far high Rao could see it I'll just move on. With that said please feel free to click on the gallery below.

FULL GALLERY HERE.



Photos by Kabuto

August 02, 2006

MEDICOM Gallery: Black Symbiote Spider-Man

Well this next figure is on the front page for a reason, because he's awesome. I don't know that many people who don't like the Black Symbiote Spider-Man. I love him and I also love his Medicom -honestly whats not to love?

He was released last year but was just recently distributed here in the U.S. by Sideshow Collectibles, which gives those U.S. toy collectors who are unfamiliar with Medicom a chance to see what all the hype is about.





Photos by Kabuto

July 28, 2006

HOT TOYS Gallery: Superman

Well it's my pleasure to bring to you one of my favorite 1/6 scale figures ever. I finally got my hands on a Hot Toys Superman Returns figure. It's from their Movie Masterpeice series and trust me it's a great addition to anyones collection!





Photos by Gatack & Kabuto