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Preview Sideshow Collectibles Star Wars Clone Wars Captain Rex - Phase II Armor 1/6 Figure

February 20, 2014, 8:59 pm
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When Sideshow Collectibles first previewed their 1/6 scale Star Wars Clone Wars Captain Rex way back in May 2010 (posted in my toy blog HERE), I lamented how they only have him wearing the Phase 1 helmet (which I didn't fancy at all). Well, guess what? After four years, Sideshow Collectibles has decided to release the Star Wars Clone Wars Captain Rex - Phase II Armor Sixth Scale Figure and this one comes with battle scars :)

Backstory:
One of Kamino’s most esteemed and decorated soldiers in the Clone Wars, Captain Rex serves under Jedi General Anakin Skywalker as leader of the 501st.


Ready to lead the charge, Sideshow’s Captain Rex - Phase II Armor Sixth Scale figure comes fully equipped with his signature grey pauldron, kama and twin blasters, along with a carbine blaster and droid popper for backup. Never one to follow the crowd, the aggressive and freethinking Captain shuns the standard upgrades for his highly customized Phase II gear. His Phase II bucket boasts blue jaig eyes, a Mandalorian badge of courage, along with rangefinder and other welded modifications. Often faced with danger in the line of duty, numerous tally marks along the seasoned fighter's helmet and armor paint a vivid picture of his victories in battle.



Despite his unusual individualism as a clone, there is no doubt that Captain Rex is loyal to his fellow troopers, and always puts the mission first.


Sideshow Collectibles Star Wars Clone Wars 1/6 scale Captain Rex - Phase II Armor 12-inch Figure will come with Detailed Captain Rex Phase II Hybrid Helmet sculpt, Detailed Captain Rex portrait, Fully Articulated Armored Body, Full Body Armor with customized chest piece, Pauldron with chest pouch, "Belt with Holsters, Fabric Kama Skirt, Thirteen (13) interchangable hands, One (1) pair standing pose feet, One (1) pair action pose feet, Droid popper, Two (2) DC-17 hand blasters, DC-15S Blaster Carbine, Black 'Star Wars' logo base. Sideshow Exclusive: Captain Rex Display base


I always feel that all the clone troopers are merely repaints from the same mold because they all have the same identical clone trooper armor but at least the Captains were more individualistic and had slightly different designs and variations, making each of them unique in their own right and Sideshow Collectibles Star Wars Clone Wars 1/6 scale Captain Rex with Phase II Armor is no exception.


Under the helmet is the detailed Captain Rex portrait which looks pretty much the same as the other clone troopers and captains because they are all clones after all, made from the DNA of one Jango Fett. Check out the Medicom Toys Star Wars Episode II Jango Fett Bounty Hunter 12-inch figure reviewed HERE and see the similarity of the head sculpt.


Sideshow Exclusive: Captain Rex Display base


Related posts:
July 2, 2008 – Medicom Toys Star Wars 1/6 scale Bounty Hunter Jango Fett figure posted HERE
July 3, 2008 – Comparison pictures of Hasbro Toys Jango Fett figure with Medicom Toys Jango Fett figure HERE
September 26, 2012 – Sideshow Collectibles 1/6 scale Shock Trooper, Commander Bacara, Cody, Bly & 501st Legion Clone trooper altogether in group pictures HERE

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The Dark Knight Trilogy Movie Accurate 2-Seater LEGO Tumbler, Bat Pod and also The Bat!

February 21, 2014, 6:35 pm
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Taken from Woon Tze's page with permission and reproduced here in its entirety :)

"I've gotta get me one of those." - Lt. James Gordon

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The Dark Knight Trilogy by Christopher Nolan gave us a fresh and realistic reboot of the Caped Crusader, and with it many of Batman's iconic vehicles.

©woontze - click on the picture for bigger and better view :)

This is Woon Tze's rendition of the Tumbler and Bat Pod, reproduce with lego bricks in minifig scale and staying as close to the original movie design as best as he can. This is a Lego Cuusoo project, where one can submit their lego creation or idea, and if that gets 10,000 votes, Lego will consider making it into an official Lego product. Let's help make this a reality. Check out the links for Tumbler and Bat Pod HERE and The Bat HERE and support the projects. I certainly would like to see these made. Pretty awesome! Scroll down to see the pictures.



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Tumbler measures at 19cm(L) x 12cm(W). The original vehicle design and proportion recreated in minifig scale. The interior of the Tumbler fits 2 minifigs sitting upright. All flaps are movable and all Tumbler details are faithfully replicated.

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Bat Pod measures at 16cm(L) x 4cm(W). The tires of the Bat Pod matches that of the Tumbler front tires as in the original design.
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The Bat Pod comes with an EMP Gun holder and the wheels rotates similarly like the movie.

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"It has a long uninteresting name. I just took to calling it... The Bat, and yes, Mr. Wayne, it does come in black." - Lucius Fox

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The Dark Knight Trilogy by Christopher Nolan gave us a fresh and realistic reboot of the Caped Crusader, and with it many of Batman's iconic vehicles. This is Woon Tze's rendition of The Bat, reproduced with lego bricks in minifig scale and to stay as close to the movie design as best he can.

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The Bat measures about 31cm(L)x20cm(W)x13cm(H). The interior of The Bat fits 2 minifigs sitting upright.

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Details of the underside, with rotatable rotors and movable flaps.

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Original vehicle design and proportion recreated in minifig scale. Every detail is faithfully replicated.

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Check out the links for Tumbler and Bat Pod HERE and The Bat HERE and support the projects. Let's make this happen :)

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Incoming: POP TOYS "Loyal guardians" 1/6 scale X11 style series Housekeeper Dress Suit

February 23, 2014, 6:48 pm
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From Pop Toys:
Before producing "housekeeper dress suit", we wholely upgraded our garment manufacturing process. Dress in the suit made by ultra-thin woolen cloth fabric. Button holes on coat and suit are made according to those on real coats and suits. Pockets and collars of suit are made by no line pressing process, which make the whole clothes a better looking. Suits and coats are high-temperature ironed to finalize the design, the craftsmanship of the shirts and ties is also improvement, to ensure there is no need for players to do after treatment. POPTOYS will continue to pursue 1:6 action figure model's craftsmanship. We will bring more and better works in return for our players.

Note: head and body in the picture are not included.


This suit will have a better look when collocates with HOT TOYS TTM21 narrow-shoulder men's body. Product list: Black coat, Black suit, Black pants, Black vest, Black Belt, White shirt, Black tie, Black shoes.

Now that's a really sharp looking suit!! This one's a keeper for sure :) Scroll down to see the pictures


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Preview: Hot Toys Kerberos Panzer Jäger: Protect Gear 1/6th scale Collectible Figure

February 23, 2014, 11:26 pm
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Following the release of the incredible Samurai Predator Collectible Figure, the first ever collaboration with legendary artist Mr. Takayuki Takeya (竹谷隆之)*, Hot Toys is thrilled to join hands with Mr. Takeya again to bring you a collectible figure of the Protect Gear from Kerberos Panzer Jäger (ケルベロス 鋼鉄の猟犬) which is part of the classic Japanese franchise - Kerberos Saga**. Over the past few years, Hot Toys’ Production Director and Chief Painter, Mr. JC. Hong (홍진철), had been working closely with Mr. Takeya and his team to create the high quality articulated collectible figure.

The Kerberos Panzer Jäger: 1/6th scale Protect Gear Collectible Figure is the latest addition in the Hot Toys’ Artist Collection. It is based on the radio drama by Mr. Mamoru Oshii (押井守) in 2006 called Kerberos Panzer Jäger and the story is set in Germany during World War II before the events of the original Kerberos timeline.


The collectible figure features newly sculpted and uniquely painted black full body armor, a head with the iconic mask and light up function, an interchangeable head sculpt with face of a Panzer Company trooper, detailed weapons and accessories, and a specially designed debris diorama base.

The Kerberos Saga is a military sci-fi franchise originally created in the late 80s by Japanese writer and filmmaker, Mr. Mamoru Oshii, who has also directed the popular anime sci-fi film - Ghost in the Shell. One of the most iconic elements in the Kerberos Saga is the full body armor called Protect Gear that the characters wear and its amazingly cool design has even inspired many adaptations in video games and movies.



The 1/6th scale Protect Gear Collectible Figure’s special features: Original Protect Gear design, Approximately 33 cm tall Body with 30 points of articulations. One (1) head with mask and light-up function (red light, battery operated), One (1) sculpted head with coif and face of a Panzer Company trooper. Six (6) interchangeable gloved palms including: One (1) pair of relaxed palms, One (1) right palm for holding pistol, One (1) right palm for holding machine gun, One (1) left palm for holding machine gun, One (1) left palm for supporting machine gun


Costume: One (1) black shirt, One (1) pair of black pants, One (1) upper-body chainmail-like netting, One (1) uniquely painted black colored full body Protect Gear armor, One (1) pair of black boots


Weapons: One (1) machine gun with bipod, One (1) pistol with stock, Two (2) pistol ammo clips


Accessories: One (1) helmet, One (1) carrying frame, One (1) radio gear with antenna, One (1) ammunition pack with ammo belt, One (1) debris diorama base with abandoned helmet, mask, and Kerberos Panzer Jäger logo


*More about Takayuki Takeya (竹谷隆之):
Mr. Takayuki Takeya has been acclaimed for his outstanding sculpting skill and designs especially for his unique creature and organic mechanical designs that are driven by his distinctive interpretation and vision. Back in 2001, Mr. Takayuki has collaborated with Hot Toys to present the amazing Samurai Predator that has combined elements of traditional Japanese samurai style with a Western pop culture icon – the Predator. In 2006, Mr. Takayuki Takeya was approached by BARQUE Inc. to create a model statue of Protect Gear based on illustrations from the Kerberos Panzer Jäger official guidebook by Mr. Jun Suemi.

**More about Kerberos Saga (ケルベロス・サーガ):
The Kerberos Saga is a military science fiction franchise and alternate history universe created in 1986 by the Japanese writer and filmmaker Mamoru Oshii who is also famous for his work on Ghost in the Shell and Patlabor series. The Kerberos Saga spans across a number of media such as feature films, radio dramas, comics, and animation films. The story is based upon altered historical events which lead to a world very different from the one we live today.

***More about Jun Suemi (末弥純):
Mr. Jun Suemi is an acclaimed Japanese illustrator. He has provided many artwork and designs for a number of video games, and fantasy novels such as Front Mission, A Moogle Kupo d'Etat: Evil in Small Doses add-on for Final Fantasy XIV. Mr. Suemi has created the artwork for Kerberos Panzer Jäger official guidebook

Artists:- Original Drama & Supervision: Mamoru Oshii
- Original Designer: Jun Suemi***
- Original Sculptors: Takayuki Takeya & Eisaku Kito
- Original Sculpt Producer: Satoshi Koizumi
- Sculpted by: Takashi Yamaguchi, Masaaki Koseki, Yong Kyum, Kim

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Dam Toys Elite Series 1/6 scale USMC Reconnaissance Battalion M27 Rifleman figure

February 24, 2014, 7:23 pm
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The Marine Corps Combat Utility Uniform (MCCUU) is the current battledress uniform of the United States Marine Corps. It is also worn by Navy personnel (mostly corpsmen and chaplains) assigned to Marine Corps units (Fleet Marine Force). The MCCUU, and its distinctive camouflage pattern, MARPAT (short for MARine PATtern), are exclusive to the Marine Corps, which holds the patents to their design. MARPAT is available in two color schemes, woodland and desert. Flame Resistant Organizational Gear (FROG) is clothing used by the United States Marine Corps to reduce the number of injuries resulting from fire and flash (especially burns), due to the increased use of improvised explosive devices in the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. The FROG system consists of a long-sleeve shirt, t-shirt, combat shirt, combat trousers, gloves, and a balaclava. The shirts and trousers are camouflaged in MARPAT, while the remainder are colored in either sand or olive drab.

This is the upcoming Dam Toys Elite Series No.78014 1/6 scale USMC Reconnaissance Battalion M27 Rifleman 12-inch figure wearing the latest gear and FROG suit (desert MARPAT), FROG pants (desert MARPAT), USMC rat boots (CB), M27 IAR, TA11SDO-CP ACOG 3.5x35 scope, backup sight, AN/PEQ-16 laser, tango grip, BRMS bipods, sling adapter and rifle sling.


Dam Toys has certainly improved by leaps and bounds and have been releasing a slew of military figures, all of them with tons of gear and with great detailing. Always nice to have a basic grunt / trooper because they do form the bulk of the world's armies / marines. There should always be a balance between the grunt and the special operations guy even though it seems like the special ops guys get a lot of the attention. Scroll down to see all the pictures.



This is the upcoming Dam Toys Elite Series No.78014 1/6 scale USMC Reconnaissance Battalion M27 Rifleman 12-inch figure with the following parts list: 1/6 scale head sculpt with angry frowning screaming shouting expression (okay if you are posing him in an action pose with his buddies but funny looking if he's standing all by himself with mouth permanently gaping open), Dam 2.0 action body, MICH2000 helmet with cover(desert MARPAT), AKA2 NVG mount, PVS-14 NVG dual dovetail adapter, AN/PVS-14 NVG, helmet light, M frame glasses, t-shirt (blk), FROG suit (desert MARPAT), FROG pants (desert MARPAT), BDU belt (tan), glove palms x3, USMC rat boots (CB), USMC ISPC vest, grenade pouch x2, USMC NVG pouch, USMC IFAK pouch, PRC-152 radio pouch, M4 double mag pouch, M4 mag pouch, USMC MOLLE hydration pouch, hydration tube, hanging buckle, USMC drop pouch, stream light, AN/PRC-152 radio with hand mic, light sticks x5, G-shock watch, FORETREX 401 GPS, USMC patch A, USMC patch B, name tab A x2, name tab B x2, M27 IAR, TA11SDO-CP ACOG 3.5x35 scope, backup sight, AN/PEQ-16 laser, tango grip, BRMS bipods, sling adapter, rifle sling, M4 mag x3, emag x3, M72A7 rocket launcher, LA5 PEQ laser, M9 pistol, pistol mag x2 + 1, CQC M9 holster, M10 bayonet, M67 grenade x2, M18 smoke grenade


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Review III: OE (original effect) 1/6 scale killer instinct SAM 13" post-apocalyptic female figure

February 25, 2014, 4:12 pm
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continued from earlier post...

Here's my third part review of the OE (original effect) 1/6 scale killer instinct SAM 13-inch female action figure with the alternate head sculpt. For those who have been waiting ages for this post, I apologize. Work has been keeping me busy and there have been quite a few updates concerning incoming figures. I certainly hope this is worth the wait ;p


As mentioned earlier in my first part review HERE, OE (original effect) first previewed Killer Instinct SAM with one head sculpt and then added a second version SAM head sculpt not too long after. This resulted in mixed responses with some preferring the first over the second and vice versa. In the end, OE decided to just include both female head sculpts for customers / collectors to choose which one they prefer to pose Killer Instinct SAM with. I don't mind that at all :) Having already reviewed the first SAM head sculpt, I guess it's time to see how SAM looks with the alternate head sculpt. Scroll down to see the pictures.



OE (original effect) 1/6 scale killer instinct SAM comes with the following: 1/6 scale SAM female head sculpt x 2, 13-inch Woman body, White swimsuit (weathered and dirtied, and looking less than white), Green working pirate shorts (with leather reinforcements at the knees), Yellow working boots, Orange scarf with iron wire around the edges for posing, shawl, Special bullet waist belt, Special bullet x 6, Mechanical arm, Alternative arm, Bare hands x 2, Leg protector. Check out the turnaround views


Close-up of the alternate OE (original effect) 1/6 scale killer instinct SAM female head sculpt. Compare these with the pictures of the other head sculpt HERE. Both head sculpts are very much anime / manga inspired which I like. Nobody's going to bitch and say that the head is not realistic enough or that it doesn't look anything like so-and-so (insert famous movie actor's name here). These sculpts will stand the test of time and not fall into the category of outdated unrealistic human heads (those earlier Dragon Models Limited heads, for instance) because they were never meant to be real in the first place.


Close-up pictures of OE (original effect) 1/6 scale killer instinct SAM with alternate head sculpt. You can compare these with SAM head version 1 posted HERE


Here's how the special bullets can be loaded into SAM's mechanical arm gun. The rotating cylinder can be removed and placed back but like I mentioned before, I cannot find the trigger that fires this huge gun.


NEXT: Comparison pictures of OE (original effect) 1/6 scale killer instinct SAM 13-inch female action figure with OE Viola and other 12-inch female figures. How do they measure up?

Related posts:
Original Effect Army Attractive series 1/6 scale Viola 13.5-inch female action figure Reviews HERE and HERE

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Comparison pictures of OE Killer Instinct Sam & Viola + Motoko, Deunan, Black Widow & Selina

February 26, 2014, 7:04 pm
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Having reviewed OE (original effect) 1/6 scale killer instinct SAM 13" post-apocalyptic female figure in three parts previously HERE, HERE and HERE, I think it's time to make a comparison between OE Sam and OE Viola, as well as with other 1/6 scale female action figures (NOT dolls but I guess that's just a technicality). Guys don't want to be seen playing with dolls, that's for the gals and daughters. That's why the term "action figure" was coined for masculine man so that they can say it's OKAY to pose with their action figures - same same but different Haha

According to wikipedia: An action figure is a pose-able character figurine, made of plastic or other materials, and often based upon characters from a film, comic book, video game, or television program. These action figures are usually marketed towards boys and adult collectors. Barbie is very much a fashion doll, primarily designed to be dressed to reflect fashion trends and are usually modeled after teen girls or adult women. Sam and Viola aren't because they are designed with men in mind LOL


That explains why I don't have many female figures in my toy collection because I much prefer the rough and tumble kind of characters who can take a knock and keep on going, not implying durability but that the figures are action-oriented. Scroll down to check out the size difference between OE (Original Effect) Army Attractive series 1/6 scale Viola and OE (original effect) 1/6 scale killer instinct SAM as well as other size comparison pictures of these two taller than usual figures with 1/6 scale "Ghost in the Shell" Motoko Kusanagi, "Appleseed Ex Machina" Deunan Knute, Marvel's "The Avengers (2012)" Black Widow and "The Dark Knight Rises" Selina Kyle / Catwoman.



As you can see, Viola is taller at 13.5 inches while Sam stands at 13 inches. Viola is the first figure released by OE (reviewed earlier in my toy blog HERE and HERE) and they must have rushed the production because the body sucks big time. She's what I would call "loose limbs" and her legs will just give up on her and fall off completely :(


Close-up of OE (original effect) 1/6 scale killer instinct SAM 13-inch female action figure with the alternate head sculpt


Close-up of OE (Original Effect) Army Attractive series 1/6 scale Viola with come-hither look in her eyes ;p


Here's a 1/6 scale female body comparison picture of OE Army Attractive Viola and OE Killer Instinct Sam standing together with Medicom Toys "Ghost in the Shell" Motoko Kusanagi and Hot Toys "Appleseed Ex Machina" Deunan Knute. Both OE female figures tower over the other two.


Medicom Toy 1/6 scale Motoko Kusanagi - Ghost in a Shell / Stand Alone Complex - Public Security Section 9, a fictional division of the real Japanese National Public Safety Commission female action figure. Lots more pictures HERE


Hot Toys MMS "Appleseed Ex Machina" 1/6 scale Deunan Knute fully pose-able figure posted earlier HERE


And here's a 1/6 scale female body comparison picture of OE Army Attractive Viola and OE Killer Instinct Sam standing together with Hot Toys Marvel's "The Avengers (2012)" Black Widow and "The Dark Knight Rises" Selina Kyle / Catwoman.


You can check out the review of Hot Toys The Avengers 1/6th scale Scarlett Johansson as Agent Romanoff / Black Widow Limited Edition 12-inch Female Figure HERE, HERE and HERE


Last but not least, Hot Toys The Dark Knight Rises: 1/6 Selina Kyle / Catwoman Female Collectible Figure was reviewed over 3 parts HERE, HERE and HERE (this last post has her on the Bat Pod)


Last picture of all six female figures grouped together :)


Related posts:
July 1, 2013 – Hot Toys 1/6 scale Female Action Figures group shots with Scarlett Johansson (x 3) & others in my toy blog HERE
August 15, 2013 – Size comparison pics of some 12-inch action figures with Coo Model 1/6 scale Skeleton Soldier (pictures HERE)
September 25, 2013 – Comparison pictures of Hot Toys Catwoman with Batman Returns Catwoman, Black Widow & Bats posted HERE
November 26, 2013 – Comparison of 1/6th scale 12-inch Action Figure Bodies: Hot Toys, X-Series etc - which is best? Check out the answer HERE and HERE

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What I got in February 2014: SOC GLINT, G.I. Joe Roadblock, Psylocke, Star Wars and more

February 28, 2014, 5:48 am
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These were the stuff I got in February: DAM Toys Ghost series No. SF001 1/6 scale Special Operations Center GLINT Team Leader: Ryder Watson 12-inch figure, Hot Toys G.I. Joe Retaliation 1/6th scale Roadblock 12-inch Collectible Figure, MC Toys F-029 1/6 scale Snow Space set for 12-inch figures (all set for the Inception movie Snow Scene), Kotobukiya Marvel Bishoujo collection 1/7th scale X-Force Psylocke 8-inch Statue, "Star Wars: A Pop-up Guide to the Galaxy" book, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson 1/6 scale head sculpt, Christmas card and 2014 calendar from Sideshow Collectibles.


Always enjoy my hauls. Something to look forward to as I enjoy taking pictures and posting them on my toy blog to share with fellow collectors and anyone else who's interested :) Scroll down to see the rest of the pictures.



Used to be you'll think that this boxed figure set was from Soldier Story but not anymore. Dam Toys has upped their game and been churning out some very good stuff lately and this is just one of them. Looks to be an awesome figure. Can't wait to put this together :) In the meantime, check out the preview pictures posted earlier HERE


Hot Toys MMS series G.I. Joe Retaliation 1/6th scale Roadblock Collectible Figure simply ROCKS (pun intended). Cannot wait to see the unveiling? Check out the preview pictures HERE


Haven't seen that many all white snow sets in a while and this looked very promising from the preview pictures released (posted in my toy blog HERE) Let's see what we can kitbash with this ;p


Kotobukiya Marvel Bishoujo collection 1/7th scale X-Force Psylocke 8-inch Statue, already reviewed HERE and HERE. I really like this statue and that's saying a lot since I don't collect a lot of statues and this was one of the exceptions.


"Star Wars: A Pop-up Guide to the Galaxy" book with dual light-up light sabers was also reviewed earlier HERE. I was blown away by the pop-ups effects.


Alternate Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson 1/6 scale head sculpt. One of those things that are good to have (for kitbashing)


Christmas card from Sideshow Collectibles. This came as a complete surprise and was totally unexpected. Always nice to receive gifts :) feels like Christmas all over again haha


The Sideshow Collectibles 2014 calendar: Capturing Archetypes – Twenty years of Sideshow Art. Beautifully taken photographs of figures and statues sold by Sideshow Collectibles over the years presented over twelve months of 2014.


Darth Vader is covered in May, perhaps to imply "MAY the Force be with you" since May 4 is Star Wars Day ;p


That's all for now. I will be reviewing the figures featured here in March 2014 even as I look forward to new hauls for the coming months.

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It's the Oscars! And here's Figure Club upcoming My Favorite Director collection 1/6 action figure

March 2, 2014, 10:36 pm
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The Academy Awards, commonly known as The Oscars, is an annual American awards ceremony honoring achievements in the film industry. Winners are awarded the statuette, officially the Academy Award of Merit, that is much better known by its nickname Oscar. The awards, first presented in 1929 at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, are overseen by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS).

This is an upcoming figure by Figure Club: My Favorite Director collection series 001 1/6 scale action figure. Product Description: 1/6 scale Normal Head sculpt, Head sculpt with magnet (for wearing hat), Metal-made Glasses, Baseball Cap & Beret Cap (with magnet for snap on), 12-inch Figure Base Body, Normal Hands, Hands for Holding Camera, Pilot Jacket with fur collar (leather-like), Blue Shirt, Belt, Washed Jeans, Mountain Boots, Cine-camera, Director Clapboard, Bullhorn, Golden Statue Award, Blu-ay Discs x 5, Cover stickers x 8 pcs. Note: 1/6 scale Chair Shown in the photo is not included


Steven Allan Spielberg (born December 18, 1946) is an American film director, screenwriter, producer, and business magnate. In a career of more than four decades, Spielberg's films have covered many themes and genres. Spielberg won the Academy Award for Best Director for Schindler's List (1993) and Saving Private Ryan (1998). Three of Spielberg's films — Jaws (1975), E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982), and Jurassic Park (1993) — achieved box office records, each becoming the highest-grossing film made at the time.



Note: 1/6 scale Chair Shown in the photo is not included


Related posts:
April 10, 2008 – Star Wars Court Wars: 1/6 scale George Lucas pictures HERE
July 31, 2011 – A New Hope after The Empire Strikes Back: About Stormtrooper helmets and a Sandcrawler building in Singapore posted HERE
October 5, 2011 – 1:6 scale Tom Hanks as Forrest Gump (comes with mini Oscar statue) posted in my toy blog HERE

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Review MC Toys 1/6 scale Snow Space set – DiCaprio as "Dom" Cobb in Inception snow scene

March 4, 2014, 5:16 am
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Leonardo DiCaprio fails to win Oscar once again!

Many had hoped that the 39-year-old actor would finally get his first Oscar almost 20 years after he was first nominated. However, Matthew McConaughey was throughout the frontrunner for the best actor Oscar for his turn in Dallas Buyers Club and finally went home with the prized statuette. DiCaprio was nominated for his portrayal of financial crook Jordan Belfort in Martin Scorsese's "The Wolf of Wall Street".

You could say Leo was left out in the cold >_< which brings to mind the snow scene in the 2010 British-American science fiction heist thriller film "INCEPTION" written, co-produced, and directed by Christopher Nolan. The film stars a large ensemble cast that includes Leonardo DiCaprio, Ken Watanabe, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Marion Cotillard, Ellen Page, Tom Hardy, Dileep Rao, Cillian Murphy, Tom Berenger, and Michael Caine. DiCaprio plays Dom Cobb, a professional thief who commits corporate espionage by infiltrating the subconscious of his targets.


This is the MC Toys F-029 1/6 scale Snow Space set for 12-inch figures which I had mentioned briefly in my earlier post - February Haul HERE. This is quite a nice snow outfit set and I really haven't seen that many all white snow sets in a while. Plus this set looked perfect for kitting out 1/6 scale Leonardo DiCaprio for the Inception movie Snow Scene. Scroll down to see the rest of the pictures



MC TOYS F-029 1/6 scale Snow Space set (pictured above) comes with Snow coat, Snow pants, Snow boots, Gaiters, Chest rig, Back Pack, Glove, Beanie, Snow goggles, Base layer (white long sleeve sweater), Arm sleeve.


Here's the 12-inch Leonardo DiCaprio as Dom Cobb figure wearing the base layer (white long sleeve sweater), white gloves, snow pants and boots


The boots (boot-feet type) are well detailed and nicely done


1/6 scale Leonardo DiCaprio as Dom Cobb figure wearing the snow coat over the base layer (white long sleeve sweater), white gloves, snow pants and boots


Close-up picture of the detailed snow coat from the MC TOYS F-029 1/6 scale Snow Space set


Here's DiCaprio as "Dom" Cobb in full MC Toys 1/6 scale Snow Space set getup (minus the Arm sleeve). Scroll down to see the turnaround views / pictures


Close-up pictures showing the Beanie, Snow goggles and chest rig


As well as the back pack.


You can check out my other kitbash of Leonardo DiCaprio as Dom Cobb (in business suit) 12-inch figure HERE

Other Snow troops released some time ago include the Dragon Models Limited (DML) "Ryan" from 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry) posted HERE in 2009, and Hasbro's G.I. Joe 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry) Snow Trooper (pictures HERE)

Related posts:
April 11, 2009 - Action Man Ski Patrol (one of my favorites and among the first few when I started my 1/6 scale action figure collection 20 years ago) - pictures HERE
April 12, 2009 - Hasbro Timeless Collection G.I. Joe Rescue of the Lost Squadron set with 1/6 scale sled dogs posted HERE

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Introducing 18" of Pure Vigilante Fury! NECA Batman: Arkham Origins 1/4 scale Action Figure

March 4, 2014, 8:25 pm
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Straight from Batman: Arkham Origins, the latest chapter in the Arkham saga, NECA Batman: Arkham Origins 1/4 Scale Batman Action Figure stands 18 inches tall and features over 25 points of articulation, a real fabric cape, and accessories which include Batarang and grapnel gun.


One of the most exciting items on display at the NECA booth at last month’s Toy Fair was a certain caped crime-fighter with a thing for bats. The prototype of their 1/4 scale figure from the Batman: Arkham Origins video game got a lot of attention, and these are the photo studio pictures taken for an up-close demonstration of his abilities!

Scroll down and click on the pictures for larger versions :)



Release Date: May 2014

Related posts:
June 2, 2013 – Kotobukiya Batman Arkham City Collectors Edition 14 cm (5.5") Statue is nicely detailed (pictures HERE)
November 4, 2013 – Check out Mattel DC Universe Batman Legacy Arkham City Batman 7-Inch Action Figure posted HERE

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Sneak Peek at what's coming in 1/6 from Hot Toys for "Captain America: The Winter Soldier"

March 6, 2014, 10:30 pm
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“Gear up. It’s time.”

Marvel Studios' upcoming blockbuster – Captain America: The Winter Soldier will be hitting the theatres worldwide in just a few weeks. Hot Toys is preparing a range of collectibles from the movie and will also be hosting exhibitions in a number of countries in the near future.

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We can expect Cap and Bucky Barnes / The Winter Soldier but it looks like there's also going to be another Black Widow?
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Pre-order ACI AM001 The Lord of the Rings 1/6 scale Ringwraith 12-inch collectible action figure

March 7, 2014, 4:23 pm
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"Nine he gave to Mortal Men, proud and great, and so ensnared them. Long ago they fell under the domination of the One, and they became Ringwraiths, shadows under his great Shadow, his most terrible servants."

The Nazgûl (in the Black Speech); (English: Ringwraiths, sometimes written Ring-wraiths, also referred to as the Black Riders or as the Nine; or the Ulairi in Quenya) were the dreaded ring-bound servants of the Dark Lord Sauron in Middle-earth throughout the Second and Third ages, and they dwelt during the Third Age in Minas Morgul. Once nine great Kings of Men, they were all given Rings of Power. The Nine took them without question and subsequently, after the forging of the One Ring, became slaves of Sauron and later his chief lieutenants.


ACI AM001 The Lord of the Rings 1/6 scale Ringwraith 12-inch action figure will come with highly detailed, fully articulated with die-cast armor including: forearm armor (gauntlets), upper and lower leg armor, feet armor. Ringwraith classic gloomy black robe and cloak, handmade battle-worn effect, realistic die-cast sword and dagger, display stand with stone-like platform. ACI medium built body (new Christian version with 30 points of articulation) is also included. Scroll down to see the pictures



You can pre-order this ACI AM001 The Lord of the Rings 1/6 scale Ringwraith 12-inch action figure from TFH (link HERE)

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Review 1: Hot Toys "G.I. Joe Retaliation" 1/6 Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock Collectible Figure

March 8, 2014, 8:50 pm
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Roadblock is a fictional character from the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero toyline, comic books and cartoon series. He is the G.I. Joe Team's Heavy Machine Gunner and debuted in 1984. Roadblock is one of the most prominent African-Americans in the series. Roadblock's real name is Marvin F. Hinton and he was born in Biloxi, Mississippi. His primary function in G.I. Joe is as a heavy machine gunner and his secondary function is as a cook. He is portrayed by Dwayne Johnson in the 2013 film "G.I. Joe: Retaliation".

In the film, Roadblock is second-in-command to Duke, and is among the survivors of the military air-strike on G.I. Joe orchestrated by Zartan, who was at the time posing as the President of the United States. Leading Flint, Lady Jaye, Snake Eyes and Jinx, Roadblock successfully stops Cobra by beating Firefly in combat, and using his briefcase to stop the Cobra Zeus satellites. Roadblock later vows to avenge Duke by capturing the Cobra Commander.


This is my first part review of the recently released Hot Toys "G.I. Joe Retaliation" 1/6th scale Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock 12-inch tall Collectible Figure, which was part of my February 2014 haul (posted HERE). One of the nice things of this figure (for me) is the amazing details of his tattoos which were not covered in the preview pictures (posted HERE). Scroll down to see the pictures :)



Hot Toys "G.I. Joe Retaliation" 1/6th scale Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock 12-inch tall Collectible Figure comes with: Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock in his military uniform and armor in the G.I. Joe Retaliation movie. He stands approximately 30 cm tall and his Muscular body has over over 30 points of articulations. Three (3) pairs of interchangeable gloved palms including: One (1) pair of fists, One (1) pair of palms for holding gun, One (1) pair of relaxed palms. His Costume consists of: One (1) military camouflage uniform with tactical armor vest, One (1) black t-shirt, Two (2) holsters. Weapons: One (1) machine gun, One (1) pair of brass knuckles, One (1) pair of daggers attachable to the brass knuckles, One (1) knife attachable to the brass knuckles, One (1) baton attachable to the brass knuckles, Two (2) pistols attachable to the brass knuckles. One (1) pistol with silencer. Accessories: One (1) wrist watch, One (1) electronic device, Figure stand with Roadblock nameplate and the movie logo


Hot Toys "G.I. Joe Retaliation" 1/6th scale Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock 12-inch tall Collectible Figure straight out of the box. Scroll down to see the turnaround views / images. Hot Toys improved on the uniform by making it tighter to show off his ripped and bulging muscles.


Close-up pictures / shots of Hot Toys "G.I. Joe Retaliation" 1/6th scale Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock head sculpt. It doesn't get any better than this in terms of likeness and resemblance to the actor Dwayne Johnson who plays Roadblock. I noticed that both ROCK and Roadblock begins with "R" which is stenciled onto his tactical armor vest.


Roadblock's tactical armor vest is very well designed and I really like the details on it. At the back of the armor vest there's a stencil of a skull and bones as well.


Hot Toys figures almost always comes with the all important Instruction Sheet and Roadblock is no different. There are instructions to tell you how to put the accessories on the figure, how to remove the tactical armor vest and uniform top in order to switch to the black T-shirt and also how to assemble the weapon parts as well as what not to do with the head and body. Click on the picture below for a bigger and better view.


There's even an additional instruction to caution you on the zipper. Just take note that the 1/6 scale zipper works the same way as the 1/1 scale (actual size) zipper. You have to align the two ends before you can zip it up.


When you remove both the tactical armor vest and uniform top, you will discover that there's a plastic sheet wrapped around 12-inch Roadblock's body. No, this is not part of his slimming regime but I think a means to protect the tattoo from being rubbed off the body.


Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has two tattoos and so does Hot Toys "G.I. Joe Retaliation" 1/6th scale Roadblock 12-inch tall Collectible Figure. It's cool that Hot Toys reproduced / replicated Dwayne Johnson's tattoos in 1/6 scale. One is a modern single design of a bull on his right upper arm. However, his second tattoo was a departure from modern tattoo design, being a traditional Samoan style of tattoo all over his left shoulder. (source: Special Tattoos) Scroll down to see the tattoo body of 1/6 scale Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock :)


The bull head tattoo on Johnson’s right arm corresponds to his Western zodiac birth sign of Taurus, the Brahma Bull. The tattoo is a long-horn type of steer and is a fairly straightforward outline style of design. The eyes of the bull are also colored in red.


The tattooing on his left arm and shoulder is traditional Samoan style tattooing, done by Po’oino Yrondi – a famous Tahitian tattooist in Hawai’i. It incorporates traditional tribal patterns and symbols representing Johnson himself, his wife and daughter, his family and spirit guides. This extensive half sleeve wraps all the way around the upper arm, over the shoulder and onto the chest. A later session extended the section on his chest, adding a large symbolic warrior face over his heart.


What Does Dwayne’s Polynesian Tattoo Mean? In early 2003, Dwayne traveled to Hawaii to have his family history tattooed on him — a Samoan tradition. He reveals the meanings of his tattoo on the Special Tattoos site HERE.

Related posts i.e. other 1/6 scale bodies with tattoos:
May 3, 2008 – Chow Yun-Fat as Sao Feng, "Howling Wind" in "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End" by Hot Toys reviewed HERE
March 3, 2010 – Hot Toys MMS113 "Blade II" 1/6 scale Wesley Snipes as Blade Collectible Figure (pictures HERE)
June 29, 2010 – Brother Production presents Revenge of the Replicant posted HERE
July 9, 2010 – Triad Toys EBS Tyrus 12-Inch Figure also came with tattoos (pictures HERE)
December 24, 2010 – Brother Production "Dirty Johnny" (Bruce Willis as John McClane) figure (reviewed HERE)
October 2, 2013 – Hot Toys The Expendables 2 1/6 scale Sylvester Stallone as Barney Ross 12-inch Figure posted HERE

NEXT: Hot Toys "G.I. Joe Retaliation" 1/6th scale Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock Collectible Figure brandishing his firearms (a look at the accessories that come with this figure).

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Hot Toys "G.I. Joe Retaliation" 1/6 Dwayne Johnson Roadblock Collectible Figure Review II

March 9, 2014, 8:28 pm
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"G.I. Joe: Retaliation" is the 2013 sequel to 2009's "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra". Directed by Jon M. Chu, the film finds the GI Joe team on the run after being declared enemies of the state by the US government. The sequel's cast includes returning cast members Ray Park and Channing Tatum in addition to Dwayne Johnson, Adrianne Palicki, Ray Stevenson and Bruce Willis.

This is Hot Toys recently released "G.I. Joe Retaliation" 1/6th scale Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock 12-inch tall Collectible Figure, which was part of my February 2014 haul (posted HERE) and reviewed earlier (part 1) HERE. Having already covered the box packaging and close-up details of the Hot Toys Dwayne Johnson head sculpt and body tattoos, now let's see the 1/6 scale accessories and weapons that are also included with this collectible figure boxed set.


Hot Toys "G.I. Joe Retaliation" 1/6th scale Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock 12-inch tall Collectible Figure comes with: Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock in his military uniform and armor as seen in the G.I. Joe Retaliation movie. He stands approximately 30 cm tall and his Muscular body has over 30 points of articulations. Scroll down to see the accessories that come with this figure.



1/6 scale weapons included (from top): One (1) machine gun with belt of ammunition and box magazine, One (1) pair of brass knuckles, Two (2) pistols attachable to the brass knuckles, One (1) pair of daggers that can be attached to the brass knuckles, One (1) knife attachable to the brass knuckles, One (1) baton attachable to the brass knuckles (comes with baton holder), One (1) pistol with silencer, Two (2) holsters.


The G.I. Joe unit carries the Glock 21 as the standard sidearm in the film. Duke (Channing Tatum), Lady Jaye (Adrianne Palicki), Flint (D.J. Cotrona), and Roadblock (Dwayne Johnson) all use Glock 21s as their sidearms in the film. Roadblock (Dwayne Johnson) carries two custom Glock 21 pistols in the film, fitted with suppressors, threaded barrels and detachable magazine housings, built from parts of the TDI Vector. The brass knuckles cum handles can be used to attach a multiple of weapons, from knife to baton to dagger.


Roadblock (Dwayne Johnson) uses a M249E2 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) fitted with an Aimpoint CompM4s red dot sight, several times in the film. Hot Toys 1/6 scale M249E2 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) also comes with belt feed of bullet rounds and a box magazine.


Other 1/6 scale accessories: One (1) wrist watch, One (1) electronic device which looks a lot like a military GPS device / tracker


Also included: One (1) black t-shirt, Figure stand with Roadblock nameplate and the movie logo, interchangeable gloved palms including: One (1) pair of fists, One (1) pair of palms for holding gun


Here's Hot Toys "G.I. Joe Retaliation" 1/6 Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock Collectible Figure brandishing his custom Glock 21 pistol fitted with suppressor and knife attached to the knuckle duster.


"G.I. Joe Retaliation" Roadblock's military uniform seems to be based on the MultiCam pattern. There's an interesting story here by Thor Jensen: "One of the biggest failures of the military-industrial complex is their need to always keep the gears turning, to spend money because it’s there to spend. What else could explain the Army’s 2004 decision to abandon two traditional and effective camouflage patterns to develop a new “universal” camo pattern with a more digitized look. At a cost of $5 billion, the new Universal Camouflage Pattern was reviled by soldiers and useless in the field – troops deployed in Afghanistan opted to wear the older MultiCam pattern instead. In October of 2013, the Army declared the pattern a failure and announced their intention to phase out the UCP." Roadblock seems to agree that MultiCam is best ;p


Roadblock with his dual custom Glock 21 pistols.


The pose below shows off the new arms with double-jointed elbows that allow for better articulation. The joints are very obvious when the arm is extended (see above picture) but it allows for much better articulation than the previous muscle bodies which could only afford up to 90 degrees of articulation.


Close-up picture of the custom Glock 21 pistol fitted with suppressor


Close-up picture of "G.I. Joe Retaliation" Roadblock's tactical armor vest with bayonet blade and dagger stored in the sheaths on his vest


Roadblock has two drop-down holsters for storing his dual pistols and two holders for his knuckle dusters on his belt


Roadblock wearing the electronic device (which looks a lot like a military GPS device / tracker) and wrist watch on his left hand / forearm while holding the custom Glock 21 pistol


NEXT: Hot Toys "G.I. Joe Retaliation" 1/6th scale Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock 12-inch tall Collectible Figure with his 1/6 M249E2 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) fitted with an Aimpoint CompM4s red dot sight.

Related posts:
July 17, 2013 – Review of Hot Toys G.I. Joe Retaliation: 1/6th scale Snake Eyes 12-inch Collectible Figure posted HERE and HERE
July 25, 2013 – "Fetch that Cobra!" Hot Toys 1/6 scale G.I. Joe Retaliation Snake Eyes figure & pet wolf Timber (pictures HERE)
July 27, 2013 – Every dog has its day and G.I. Joe's Snake Eyes pet wolf 1/6 scale Timber has its own post HERE

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Review III Hot Toys "G.I. Joe Retaliation" 12-inch Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock Collectible Figure

March 10, 2014, 9:48 pm
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Here's my third and final review cum toy blog post of this recently released Hot Toys "G.I. Joe Retaliation" 1/6th scale Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock 12-inch tall Collectible Figure. The first part review covered the box packaging, contents and instructions sheet plus 1/6 scale Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's 12-inch tattoo body (posted HERE) and the second review showed off the unique custom weapons movie version Roadblock carries on his body (pictures HERE). This final review shows off Hot Toys 12-inch Dwayne Johnson Roadblock figure armed with the 1/6 scale M249E2 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) fitted with an Aimpoint CompM4s red dot sight. Scroll down to see the pictures :)


Before Hot Toys ventured into their 1/6 scale Movie Masterpiece Series (MMS) with official licensed movie-related products, they were already producing and releasing highly detailed 12-inch military figures (as far back as 1999) and I was one of those who got hooked because back in the day, military figures were the nom and movie-related figures were not that common an item. Check out my earlier post HERE of the Hot Toys US Navy SEAL VBSS Commander. How times have changed. Movie-related figures are more in demand now because many people can identify with them, having seen the figures in the films that they have watched. So for Hot Toys to produce movie-related military figures is the least of problems to them. 

The problem is with some of the new generation collectors who did not come into this hobby learning how to assemble and put together a military figure. 12-inch Military figures are like model kits. You have to put on the 1/6 scale gear and accessories just like you would do it to yourself, kitting up for battle. But a lot of new generation collectors expect everything to come assembled so that they can just take the figure out and display, foregoing the joy and satisfaction of putting everything together. Hence Hot Toys is very mindful to put in very accurate and careful instructions on how to assemble the figure. You won't find instructions for military styled figures. You are expected to figure it out by yourself. That's the difference in the two types of collecting ;p



The 1/6 scale M249E2 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) fitted with an Aimpoint CompM4s red dot sight seems tiny in Roadblock's hands. That's probably because Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock is a big fellow. Too bulky to be stealthy, me thinks. The new body with the double-jointed elbows works well and allows Roadblock to hold his weapon properly


Check out the close-up views of Hot Toys 1/6 scale M249E2 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) fitted with an Aimpoint CompM4s red dot sight. It has great details and is very well made.


"G.I. Joe Retaliation" Roadblock has some very interesting custom weapons. He has two brass knuckles carried on his hip which also double up as handles for his knife, dagger and baton as well as pistol grips for his Glock 21 pistols which are holstered separately in drop-down holsters. The pistol parts are exposed to the elements which is a no-no in the military world.


Close-up view of Hot Toys Roadblock's 1/6 scale boots which are "boot-feet", something Hot Toys invented because before this innovation, all figures have feet that slipped into boots and shoes.


Here's a look at Roadblock's baton stored in its holder and attached to the back of his tactical armor vest. The baton is attachable to the brass knuckles carried on his hips.


Hot Toys Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock wears a wrist watch and electronic device on his left hand. The close-up picture and details were shown in the previous post.


Too bad Hot Toys didn't include a 1/6 scale Browning M2 Aircraft machine gun fitted with a custom "chainsaw" grip that was first seen being fired handheld by Roadblock while on a firing range with Duke. The custom M2 is then seen in General Colton's home armory and then mounted on the roof of a "Ripsaw" tracked vehicle made by Howe and Howe Technologies that is driven by Roadblock at the film's climax battle. Roadblock handholding and firing the M2 is a tribute to the original comic book, where the character regularly carried an M2 by hand.

Related posts:
July 17, 2013 – Review of Hot Toys G.I. Joe Retaliation: 1/6th scale Snake Eyes 12-inch Collectible Figure posted HERE and HERE
July 25, 2013 – "Fetch that Cobra!" Hot Toys 1/6 scale G.I. Joe Retaliation Snake Eyes figure & pet wolf Timber (pictures HERE)
July 27, 2013 – Every dog has its day and G.I. Joe's Snake Eyes pet wolf 1/6 scale Timber has its own post HERE

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Preview Hot Toys "Captain America:The Winter Soldier" 1/6 scale Black Widow Collectible Figure

March 10, 2014, 10:26 pm
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“The world is a vulnerable place but we're the best qualified to defend it.”

One of S.H.I.E.L.D.’s greatest female spies, Black Widow, will be back in action and team up with Captain America in the upcoming Captain America: The Winter Soldier movie which hits the theatres very soon! The movie trailers have already pumped up many fans’ anticipation, and now Hot Toys is getting fans ready for this exciting film by introducing the brand new 1/6th scale Black Widow Collectible Figure!

The movie-accurate collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow in the film featuring a newly developed head sculpt with straight brownish-red real fabric hair, newly designed tight-fitting costume made with multiple materials, detailed weapons and accessories.


This will be the third 1/6 scale Black Widow figure by Hot Toys and their fourth Scarlett Johansson 12-inch figure. Scroll down to see all the pictures



Hot Toys Movie Masterpiece Series MMS239 "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" 1/6th scale Black Widow Collectible Figure specially features: Authentic and detailed likeness of Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow in Captain America: The Winter Soldier with Newly sculpted head with movie-accurate facial expression and make-up. Straight brownish-red real fabric hair implantation. Body with over 28 points of articulations, Approximately 28 cm tall. Nine (9) pieces of interchangeable gloved palms including: One (1) pair of palms for holding pistols, One (1) pair of fists, One (1) pair of fists with real-like electric shock effect, One (1) pair of relaxed palms, One (1) left palm for holding mobile phone. Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted


Costume: One-piece black colored jumpsuit with leather-like trims, belts and holsters on thighs. One (1) pair of black colored platform boots with buckles


Weapon: Two (2) pistols


Accessories: One (1) pair of Widow’s Bite bracelets, One (1) pair of Widow’s Bite bracelets with real-like electric shock effect, One (1) mobile phone, Figure base with Black Widow nameplate and the movie logo


Artists: Head Sculpted by Yulli, Head Painted by JC. Hong, Head Art Directed by JC. Hong, Costume Designed by Hai Lim

Release date: Q2-Q3, 2014

Related posts:
September 21, 2009 – Hot Toys MMS92 "The Spirit (2008)" Scarlett Johansson as Silken Floss Review HERE
October 11, 2010 – Hot Toys "Iron Man 2" 1/6 Black Widow Figure Review HERE and HERE
June 24, 2013 – Review of Hot Toys The Avengers 1/6th scale Black Widow Limited Edition 12-inch Female Figure HERE, HERE and HERE
July 1, 2013 – Comparing Hot Toys 1/6 scale Female Action Figures group shots with Scarlett Johansson (x 3) & others (posted HERE)
September 25, 2013 – Comparison pictures of Hot Toys Catwoman with Batman Returns Catwoman, Black Widow & Batman The Dark Knight (pictures HERE)

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Pre-Order Ax2 Studio's Inu and Saru series 1/6 scale Yojimbo Shusuke 12-inch action figure

March 11, 2014, 7:19 pm
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"I shall killeth those who dareth toucheth mineth mast'r!"
Shusuke/ Yojimbo from the tribe of Saru

Yojimbo is my job. The members of Inu teased me, saying what I do is reminiscent of a watchdog that guards the entrance of Saru, but I pay them no heed. My life belongs to my mast'r. A grateful dog is no doubt far nobler than those crude, thankless goshi.


YOJIMBO means bodyguards, the job is usually taken by the more destitute rank of Samurai, such as the Ronin. Yet the attire of a Saru sergeant ought to be glamorous, so even a mere bodyguard's garments would appear more extravagant than that of usual corporals. The Saru people do not tolerate any dishevelment in clothing - a set of elegant, organized attire represents the frontage of the entire Saru clan. GOSHI means the lowest rank of samurai.

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Ax2 Studio Inu and Saru series 1/6 scale Yojimbo Shusuke 12-inch figure is open for Pre-Order from 03/14/2013, 8AM Pacific Standard Time. The first batch pre-order of Yojimbo gets the promotional deal: $165 U.S (limited to 400 pieces worldwide, original retail price: $185 U.S)

Product will be available at: http://ax2warehouse.bigcartel.com/

Related posts:
February 20, 2014 – Teaser images of Ax2 Studio next project: 1:6 scale INU & SARU Series Yojimbo 12-inch figure posted HERE
December 25, 2013 – Review of AX2 "Boom!" Series Collection #2 1/6 scale Rei (prototype clone) 12-inch action figure in my toy blog HERE, HERE and HERE

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Incoming: OE (Original Effect) 1/6 scale Army Attractive Vol.10 - Mulan female action figure

March 12, 2014, 7:25 pm
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One cannot believe how far and how fast Original Effect has come. In a blink of an eye (almost), this will be their tenth figure from their Army Attractive series.

OE (Original Effect) Army Attractive Vol.1 figure was Viola which I had reviewed earlier (August 25, 2013) HERE and HERE. The first body was terribly constructed and produced, and I almost gave up getting anything else from this company. But they did improve on their female body with the release of their new Reborn body. So I took a chance and got my second OE figure which was the OE (original effect) 1/6 scale killer instinct SAM 13-inch tall post-apocalyptic female figure which I covered in three parts HERE, HERE and HERE. I even did a comparison post HERE of 13.5-inch tall Viola and Sam.


OE (Original Effect) Army Attractive Vol.10 Mulan female action figure will come with 1/6 scale female head sculpt, OE Reborn Body, Generic Hands for posing, Hands for holding knife / sword, and shield, Mulan’s High heel shoes, Female underwear (black two piece body suit underneath), Silk coat / jacket (grayish blue short skirted robe), pink and maroon sash / belt and a black leather belt with ornate metal "flower" buckle, Girdle, Headband, Ivory necklace, Chinese style plate armor on both shoulders, hips and one shin, Great Sword (huge) and "dragon" head Shield. Scroll down to see the rest of the pictures.



Hua Mulan (Chinese: 花木蘭; Mandarin Pinyin: Huā Mùlán) is a legendary figure from ancient China who was originally described in a Chinese poem known as the Ballad of Mulan (木蘭辭). In the poem, Hua Mulan takes her aged father's place in the army. She fought for twelve years and gained high merit, but she refused any reward and retired to her hometown instead.


The poem starts with Mulan worried, as her father has been called to serve in the army. She decides to take his place and bids farewell to her parents. After ten years of fighting, the army returns and the warriors are rewarded. Mulan turns down an official post, and asks only for a swift camel to carry her home. She is greeted with joy by her family. Mulan dons her old clothes and meets her comrades, who are shocked that in their years travelling together, they did not realize that she was a woman.


I think we are all familiar with the 1998 Disney animated feature film "Mulan" based on the legend of Mulan, and the basis of many derivative works. She certainly looks nothing like this ;p


Expected Shipment Date: End May 2014

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It's only mid-March but I already have some haul: Reborn body, ED-209, Hit Girl, CIA, HK416 etc

March 13, 2014, 8:13 pm
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Here's a quick look at my early March haul :) It includes a NECA 10-inch ED-209 robot action figure from the RoboCop movie, Original Effect 1/6 scale OE Reborn body (female standard), Play Toy 1/6 scale Purple Girl, Very Hot CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) outfit and accessories set, E&S (Easy & Simple) Assault Rifle 416 Special Forces set E (Frostbite) and Belet 003 1/6 scale head sculpt that bears a very strong resemblance to Morgan Freeman.


Most of the stuff are 1/6 scale (my cup of tea) except for the NECA 10-inch tall Enforcement Droid ED-209 from the RoboCop movie which is obviously not 1/6 scale but I always did have a thing for RoboCop, more so the classic and original version rather than the newer reboot version. You can check out my earlier post HERE of some of my RoboCop and RoboCop movie-releated figures on display. Guess I'm an old school kind of guy ;p Scroll down to see more of the pictures. 



NECA 10-inch ED-209 Figure With Sound from the 1987 "Robocop" movie. When the Enforcement Droid ED-209 kills a board member during a demonstration, the OCP chairman, "The Old Man" decides to go with the experimental cyborg design titled "RoboCop". And that was the reason RoboCop was created. So it stands to reason that ED-209 played a big part in RoboCop's birth. Plus it's a pretty cool robot and a classic, still loved to this day. Why else would NECA release the robot figure in 2014, 27 years after the movie's release?


OE (Original Effect) 1/6th scale Reborn body (female standard) is about 13 inches tall and comes with eight pieces (four pairs) of interchangeable hands. Many people ask, "Why buy this figure when she's obviously taller and towers over all 12-inch figures?" Guess you'll have to stay tuned to find out ;p 


Play Toy Purple Girl Sixth Scale Figure is none other than Chloë Grace Moretz as Mindy Macready / Hit Girl from Kick Ass 2 . Being much cheaper than the Medicom Toys version (pictures HERE) at more than half the price, I just had to take a chance and see how she looks. You can check out the preview pictures HERE


I have plans for this Very Hot CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) outfit and accessories set which looks GREAT for some kitbashing I have in mind. I certainly don't need another 1/6 scale CIA figure since I have quite a few 12-inch spooks in my collection already. Check out my posts HERE and HERE


This E&S (Easy & Simple) Assault Rifle 416 Special Forces set E (Frostbite) is intended for someone special ;p I realized after assembling him that he's missing a weapon. So I decided to get him one and this looks right up his alley. Who am I talking about? You can check him out HERE and be sure to check back later for an updated look.


Last but not least, Belet 003 1/6 scale head sculpt with Morgan Freeman likeness. How can I not have a 12-inch figure of a guy who has been GOD in "Bruce Almighty", Sergeant Major John Rawlins in the American Civil War film "Glory", United States President in "Deep Impact" (back then, there was no black president so people could know that the movie wasn't real), Speaker Allan Trumbull in "Olympus has Fallen", South African President in "Invictus", Joe in "RED", Lucius Fox in Christopher Nolan's Batman: The Dark Knight trilogy, Malcolm Beech in "Oblivion", Detective Lt. William Somerset in "Se7en", Vitruvius (voice) in "The Lego Movie" and so many more. Excited to have him.


So these are all for now. Watch this space for updates and reviews :)

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