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"Please put down your weapon. You have twenty seconds to comply."

The Enforcement Droid, Series 209, or ED-209, are a fully-automated series of peacekeeping machines created by Omni Consumer Products. During its first demonstration, ED-209 malfunctioned disastrously, blasting junior executive Mr. Kinney to death over a sustained period of time. Dr. McNamara and his fellow technicians struggled to gain control over the 209, having to pull some sort of plug to finally shut it down. Because of the Kinney tragedy, the RoboCop program was given the green-light.

This is the NECA Robocop 10-inch tall ED-209 Boxed Action Figure with Sound Effects and Dialogue that I got recently (check out my mid-March haul HERE). I usually get mainly 1/6 scale figures and accessories but once in a while, I find something that I cannot resist and this NECA ED-209 robot action figure is one of them. Sure I've seen the latest version from the recently released RoboCop reboot / remake of the 1987 film of the same name but I still prefer this classic version. ED-209 was designed to look impressive and flashy but it really isn't very reliable "under the hood". It got me at "Impressive and Flashy" ;p Scroll down to see the pictures

NECA Robocop 10-inch tall ED-209 Robot Action Figure comes in a nicely designed and illustrated box with its features printed on the back: Push button to activate authentic sound effects and dialogue, extending legs and fully articulated. To my surprise, I discovered that there are no instructions included with this boxed figure.

ED-209 is securely fastened inside the box with lots of twisty ties. Haven't had to deal with these for a while now since switching over to 1/6 scale figures.

Presenting the NECA Robocop 10-inch tall ED-209 Boxed Action Figure with Sound Effects and Dialogue. Scroll down to check out the turnaround views. This figure looks really good with nice details and seems quite movie-accurate. It is armed with three auto-cannons on two rotating gun platforms, with two guns on the left platform, one on the right platform with an auto-shotgun and a rocket launcher capable of firing three rockets. Hot Toys 1/6 scale ED-209 released in 2006 had four 20 mm machine guns, two on each side which was incorrect. You can check out the pictures HERE.

From the back, ED-209 looks like a frog ;p The battery compartment is located just at the bottom of the back. You can see the plastic transparent tab used to prevent the batteries from being activated. Once you pull off the tab and press the button on the right-hand side (see the next picture below), you will activate the authentic sound effects and dialogue.

Some of the design features on ED-209 are supposed to accentuate the "style over substance" comparison to corporate-designed low-bid automobiles, such as how it has metal grating around the front of the head like some modern SUV's - which apparently is only there to look "cool", and has no real function.

From a purely physical standpoint the ED-209 is ill-suited to urban pacification and police work: it has difficulty simply climbing stairs. But it does look pretty impressive!

NECA Robocop 10-inch tall ED-209 Robot Action Figure with legs extended

The authentic sound effects and dialogue are activated by pressing the button on the right-hand side of the robot / machine. A timely reminder to remove all batteries if you have no intention to play with the sound effects. Batteries left in the compartment for too long WILL leak and damage the electronic components and you will end up with a malfunctioning ED-209. Hot toy collecting tip #1: Remove ALL batteries! Check out my post HERE.

Close-up views / shots of the auto-cannons (20mm machine guns) on the left arm.

Close-up picture of the three-round rocket launcher on the right arm

The dome-shaped head of ED-209 is designed without eyes as eyes humanize the robot / machine

Related posts:
March 23, 2009 – 1988 Kenner RoboCop Ultra Police ED-260 (ED-209) Cap Firing Robot figure (pictures HERE)
March 24, 2009 – Kotobukiya ED-209 mini-figure posted HERE
March 31, 2009 – Hot Toys 2006 released 1/6 scale ED-209 Full Review HERE
April 2, 2009 – Mez-Itz RoboCop Figures posted in my toy blog HERE
June 12, 2013 – Just some RoboCop and RoboCop movie-related figures on display, including ED-209 & RoboCain (pictures HERE)

NEXT: RoboCop meets ED-209

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Having reviewed the pretty awesome NECA Robocop 10-inch tall ED-209 Robot Action Figure (with Sound Effects & Dialogue) in the previous post, here are pictures of NECA 10-inch ED-209 and McFarlane 7-inch Robocop action figure standing together for a comparison of size. 7-inch RoboCop and 10-inch ED-209 seems to be of the right scale and height.

RoboCop and ED-209 seems to be made for each other. I don't think you can have one without the other. RoboCop was made possible because of the disastrous malfunctioning of ED-209 during it's first introduction. And RoboCop got to meet ED-209 in the office of OCP Senior President Richard "Dick" Jones when RoboCop goes to arrest Dick. All these happened in the 1987 science fiction action film "RoboCop" directed by Paul Verhoeven and starring Peter Weller as Officer Alex Murphy / RoboCop, not the 2014 remake of RoboCop, directed by José Padilha, with Joel Kinnaman playing the title role of Alex Murphy and Gary Oldman as a new character named Norton, the scientist who creates RoboCop and finds himself torn between the ideals of the machine trying to rediscover its humanity and the callous needs of a corporation.

The McFarlane Robocop action figure is a surprisingly good figure. Along with having a fantastic sculpt, it also features some nice articulation. It can move its head forward and back and side to side; the shoulders had swivel-hinges, allowing for some ball joint-like range of motion; it had ball jointed hips; a swivel at the waists and swivels at the wrists; and hinges at the elbows, knees and ankles.

The McFarlane 7-inch Robocop action figure has a smooth, glossy shine applied to its armor body, with a blueish gleam. We all know that Robocop was technically silver in the first film and blueish-silver in Robocop 2, but the touch of blue gives it a nice look and feel and I'm not particularly picky about it.

Scroll down to see the rest of the pictures of NECA 10-inch ED-209 and McFarlane 7-inch Robocop action figure, including side profile comparisons. These two certainly make quite the pairing.

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And here's NECA 10-inch ED-209 robot action figure from the 1987 RoboCop film standing with its other counterparts. To see all the figures in the display behind it, you can check out my toy blog post HERE titled "Just some RoboCop and RoboCop movie-related figures on display, including ED-209 & RoboCain"

Marvel Studios’ upcoming superhero blockbuster – "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" will launch worldwide very soon! Steve Rogers will be donning his new “Golden Age” suit to fight the powerful Winter Soldier. Hot Toys is thrilled to present the new 1/6th scale Captain America (Golden Age Version) Collectible Figure. This movie promo edition collectible figure will be available exclusively during upcoming promotion events period in different countries. Please stay tuned for updates!

The movie-accurate collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Chris Evans as Captain America in his “Golden Age” suit in the film. It features a brand new helmeted head sculpt, newly developed body, newly tailored costume made with new materials, and a specially-made metal circular Captain America shield with distressed effect.

Scroll down to see the rest of the pictures of this Hot Toys movie promo Captain America (Golden Age version) from "Captain America: The Winter Soldier"

Hot Toys seems to get better with each new release. Just when you think they have done it right, they show you that they can do it even better :) This newer version looks to be a much improved version from the much earlier released 2011 version of Hot Toys Captain America: The First Avenger 12-inch Collectible Figure (reviewed HERE, HERE and HERE)

Related posts:
December 26, 2011 – Reviews of Hot Toys 1/6 scale Captain America: The First Avenger 12-inch Figure HERE, HERE and HERE
January 22, 2013 – Review of Hot Toys The Avengers: 1/6 Captain America 12-inch Limited Edition Collectible Figure (posted HERE, HERE and HERE)
March 3, 2013 – 1/6 scale Chris Evans as Steve Rogers in Classic Captain America costume by Captain Action (pictures HERE)

This is the recently released OE (Original Effect) 1/6 scale Reborn Body (female standard), an alternative female body to the ones being released by Phicen. Although touted as 1/6 scale, the figure is in fact 13 inches tall (33 cm in height from head to high heels) which makes it rather large for a sixth scale figure. 1:6 scale modeling, a.k.a. Playscale Miniaturism, is a hobby focusing on the collecting and / or customization of commercially produced 1:6 scale action figures and accessories. Most of this style of miniaturism is constructed around posable plastic figures. The average 1:6 figure stands roughly 30 cm (12 inches) tall, representing a 1.8 m (6 ft) tall human. So 13.5 inches is really rather BIG in sixth scale terms.

That being said, I still got this 13-inch tall OE (Original Effect) 1/6 scale Reborn Body because I like the head sculpt. Probably because I grew up reading quite a bit of Manga (Japanese comics) and watching just as much Anime (Japanese animated productions), so much so that I have a thing for anime / manga styled figures. Which explains why I got myself two Kotobukiya Bishoujo collection 1/7th scale statues - X-Force Psylocke (reviewed HERE and HERE) and Wonder Woman (pictures HERE and HERE) even though statues are not my main focus in collecting.

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I've actually covered the OE (Original Effect) 1/6 Reborn Body packaging in my earlier March haul post HERE but I guess it's worth repeating. The figure is packaged naked but she actually has black underwear included. They are packed under her high heel feet.

Here's OE (Original Effect) 1/6 scale Reborn Body that is 13 inches tall from head to heels. She comes with black high heels and has no feet. She also comes with a black bra top and panties. Scroll down to see the turnaround views.

The figure is very sturdy and although the torso / body is made of rubber-like material, the arms and legs / limbs are made of hard plastic. So's the head. The plastic material is not brittle but rather solid and durable, and can take some knocks without any problems. OE manage to match the color tones very well so much so that you can't tell from the pictures that they are made of different materials until you hold it in your hands.

Here are close-ups of the OE (Original Effect) 13-inch tall Reborn Body 1/6 scale female head sculpt. What can I say? I LIKE it ;p

Check out these close-up shots / views of the torso of OE (Original Effect) 1/6 scale Reborn Body

NEXT: More pictures of OE (Original Effect) 1/6 scale Reborn Body in other poses. Note: some of them are NSFW (Not Suitable / Safe For Work) ;p Don't say I didn't warn you.

“Like the view? It’s about the only thing you’re going to catch tonight.”

Gotham City’s most notorious cat burglar joins the Sideshow DC Comics collection with the Catwoman Premium Format Figure. Out on the prowl in her glossy black fitted jumpsuit and night-vision goggles, Selina Kyle steals the spotlight as she stops to give her trademark whip a twirl.

As one of Batman’s most popular foes, with a powerfully rich visual history spanning comic books, film and animation, there was no shortage of inspiration to draw from when it came to designing the Catwoman Premium Format Figure.

Sideshow’s artists created a unique interpretation of Gotham’s elusive thief that is fun, dangerous, and full of attitude. Brought to life with delicate sculpted details, Catwoman stands nearly two feet tall atop a cylindrical base with ferocious lion-themed architecture.

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While Selina may see the world in shades of grey, a high-contrast paint application with bold burgundy accents brings depth and dimension to the sleek villain, and her expertly hand-tailored real fabric costume completes the look. Collectors will be able to further customize the display by choosing from interchangeable masked and unmasked portraits, and positioning her separate cat companion figure as desired.

With a feline companion trailing at her feet, the sly and stealthy femme fatale shoots a mischievous glance over her shoulder. Whether she’s looking for her next heist, or a kiss from a certain caped crusader, one thing’s for certain – there’s gonna be bad luck for anyone who crosses this cat’s path.

Sideshow Exclusive – Make the ultimate getaway with the Sideshow Exclusive version of Catwoman Premium Format Figure, which includes an additional swap out hand grasping a pouch of dazzling jewels. You know what they say – diamonds are a cat, er… girl’s best friend.

Key concept art by Stan Lau

Related posts:
January 25, 2009 – Barbie as Catwoman (pictures HERE)
November 18, 2010 – "Batman Returns" 1:6 scale Catwoman figure REVIEWs HERE and HERE
May 5, 2011 – C is also for Catwoman posted HERE
September 17, 2013 – Reviews of Hot Toys "The Dark Knight Rises" 1:6 scale Selina Kyle / Catwoman Female Collectible Figure posted HERE, HERE and HERE
September 25, 2013 – Comparison pictures of Hot Toys Catwoman with Batman Returns Catwoman, Black Widow & The Dark Knight Batman posted in my toy blog HERE

Radar Men from the Moon is Republic Pictures' first Commando Cody 12-chapter movie serial, filmed in 1952, and starring newcomer George Wallace as Cody, Aline Towne as his sidekick Joan Gilbert, and serial veteran Roy Barcroft as the evil Retik, the Ruler of the Moon. The odd naming choice of the serial's main hero, "Commando Cody," was possibly an attempt by Republic to make young audiences think they were seeing another adventure of Commander Corry, the hero of the popular ABC TV and radio series Space Patrol (1950–1955).

This serial recycles the rocket-powered flying suit from Republic's earlier 1949 serial King of the Rocket Men. The main character, Commando Cody, has a rocket-powered flying suit and a rocketship capable of reaching the Moon. When the U. S. finds itself under attack from a mysterious force that can wipe out entire military bases and industrial complexes, Cody surmises (correctly) that the Earth is under attack from its own Moon. He then flies his rocket there and confronts the Moon's dictator, Retik, who boldly announces his plans to both conquer Earth and then move the Moon's entire population here using spaceships.

This first ever 1:6 scale figure of the Rocketman, with the likeness of actor George Wallace, captures the retro-futuristic flying action that continues to influence countless entertainment properties from Star Trek to Star Wars to Dave Stevens’ The Rocketeer. Go Hero, Executive Replicas, and Phicen Ltd is proud to present, for the first ever as a 1:6 scale figure collectible, George Wallace as the Rocketman!

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The Rocketman Sixth Scale Figure includes: Portrait of George Wallace, new Phicen 12-inch pose-able body, trademark bullet-shaped Metal Helmet with Working Visor and Flight Cap, Metal Jet-Pack / rocket-pack, Metal Luger with Ray gun Attachments and Clip, Metal Canon, Metal Control Panel with Adjustable Knobs, Radio, Black Leather Jacket, Detailed Outfit (pants, shirt, tie and socks), Leather Belt with Metal Buckle, 3-inch Rocket Ship Mini Model, 3 Sets of Interchangeable Hands

You can pre-order this Go Hero, Executive Replicas and Phicen Ltd 1/6 scale Rocketman 12-inch figure at TFH (link HERE)

Related posts:
July 26, 2007 – Rocketeer by Medicom Toys (first posted HERE)
March 12, 2009 – Rocketeer version 1 released by Medicom Toys in 2002 (posted HERE)
March 13, 2009 – Rocketeer version 2 by Medicom Toys, released in 2007 (pictures HERE)
July 10, 2011 – R is also for Rocketpack Batman in my toy blog HERE
June 16, 2011 – Sideshow Collectibles 1:6 scale Commander Cody 12-inch Figure REVIEWed HERE, HERE and HERE
September 26, 2012 – Sideshow Collectibles 1/6 scale Shock Trooper, Commander Bacara, Cody, Bly & 501st Legion Clone trooper group pictures HERE

The Metal Gear franchise has been a revolutionary series in the gaming world. One of the series’ protagonists, Raiden, has gained widespread popularity since his transformation into a cybernetic ninja. Last year, Konami has released Metal Gear Rising: Revengenace and let players take control of this amazing sword-wielding hero. Now Hot Toys is proud to introduce the 1/6th scale Raiden 12.5-inch Collectible Figure from this action-packed video game!

The collectible figure is specially crafted based on the image of Raiden in custom cyborg body from the game featuring a newly developed head sculpt, meticulously constructed body, and detailed weapons. Fans of Raiden don’t miss out on this cool collectible figure!

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Hot Toys Video Game Masterpiece Series VGM17 Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance 1/6th scale Raiden Collectible Figure specially features: Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of Raiden with left eye bandage in Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance. Video game-accurate facial expression with detailed skin texture. Newly sculpted body (Approximately 32 cm tall) with over 30 points of articulations. Real-like light blonde hair sculpture. Four (4) pairs of interchangeable palms including: One (1) pair of fists, One (1) pair of palms for holding gun, One (1) pair of palms for holding blade, One (1) pair of posing palms, One (1) interchangeable foot for holding blade. Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted

Costume: One (1) finely crafted metallic black colored cyborg body

Weapons: One (1) high-frequency blade, One (1) dagger, One (1) assault rifle

Accessories: One (1) black visor, One (1) set of opened black visor, One (1) blade sheath, One (1) pair of inter=changeable chest armor, Hexagon-shaped figure stand with video game logo

Special Edition – Bonus Accessories (for selected markets only): One (1) 1/6th scale HF Murasama with sheath

Artists: Head Sculpted by Kojun, Head Painted by JC. Hong, Head Art Directed by JC. Hong, Armor Painted by Yoong Young, Lee

Release date: Q4, 2014 – Q1, 2015

**Prototype shown is not final, pending licensor approval
**HF Murasama and sheath - Prototypes shown are not final, pending licensor approval

**Product details could be subjected to change without further notice

Related post:
September 3, 2008 – Medicom Toys Metal Gear Solid 4 1/6 scale Raiden figure reviewed HERE (lots of pictures)

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This is my second part review of the OE (Original Effect) 1/6 scale Reborn Body (female standard). I covered the packaging and showed turnaround views as well as close-up shots / pictures of the female head sculpt and upper torso previously. I wanted to show the figure in other poses as well, including some sexy NSFW poses to show off the articulation of this particular female body.

We have established that this figure is 13 inches tall (33 cm in height from head to high heels) which makes it rather large for a sixth scale figure. Yet she looks rather fine sitting on the 1/6 scale designer chair meant for 12-inch figures.

In the first few pictures, I have the OE (Original Effect) 1/6 scale Reborn Body in a sitting position / seated posture to show how the legs can bend and how comfortable she can look seated. In the other pictures after, she's kneeling and her top is off so she has some covering up to do ;p Scroll down to see all the pictures.

OE (Original Effect) 1/6 Reborn Body comes with three extra pairs of hands (total of six spare hands): besides the relaxed hands she comes with, there are the fist hands, trigger hands and grasping hands.

Here are some pictures / shots taken of the OE (Original Effect) 1/6 scale Reborn Body in a kneeling position with arms across her chest / ample bosoms because she's a rather modest gal ;p Her knees cannot bend any further so she won't be any good at "limbo rock" parties - just don't ask her how low she can go.

As I mentioned earlier, the torso / body is made of rubber-like material while the arms and legs / limbs are made of hard plastic. They match perfectly in color even though they are not made from the same materials. The arms can pop off their joints (especially at the shoulders when you try to bend them too much but not to worry, you simply just pop them back in because the rubber torso is most flexible and the entire body is rather durable). I believe the reason for not packaging her with her underwear (black bra and panties) is because OE is concerned that the fabric clothes might leave stains on the rubber body.

I've also gotten the OE (original effect) 1/6 scale killer instinct SAM 13-inch female action figure (posted HERE, HERE and HERE) as well as the Original Effect (OE) Army Attractive series 1/6 Viola 13.5-inch female action figure (reviewed earlier HERE and HERE). I also have comparison pictures HERE of the two female figures, along with other 12-inch gals.

NEXT: Check out the new gal – OE (original effect) 1/6 scale Reborn Body Standard Pack Version 2.0. How is she compared to version 1.0?

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Having just gotten the OE (Original Effect) 1/6 Reborn Body and reviewing it earlier HERE and HERE, it seems like OE is not waiting for feedback and has already decided to go ahead and launch the OE (original effect) 1/6 scale Reborn Body Standard Pack Version 2.0 with these preview / prototype pictures.

OE (original effect) 1/6 scale Reborn Body Standard Pack Version 2.0 will come with 1/6 scale female Head sculpt, 13-inch tall Reborn Body, Optional normal hand (1 pair), Optional sword-holding hand (1 pair), Optional foot (high‐heeled wooden clogs) x 1 pair, Optional foot (wedge sole) x 1 pair, Optional foot (spike heel) x 1 pair, Bear foot x 1 pair, Underwear (Pink)x 1 set.

The choice of underwear (I think it's the color) is not very good / flattering because it looks like the lady has a bulge at the crotch, which makes one think of the infamous lady boys of Thailand LOL. Scroll down to see the pictures :) The additional options of different types of feet is a very good move and OE should have done that from the get-go.

"My feet are killing me. I think I need to sit down."

Release date: May 2014

I've also gotten the OE (original effect) 1/6 scale killer instinct SAM 13-inch female action figure (posted HERE, HERE and HERE) as well as the Original Effect (OE) Army Attractive series 1/6 Viola 13.5-inch female action figure (reviewed earlier HERE and HERE). I also have comparison pictures HERE of the two female figures, along with other 12-inch gals.

Part of my March 2014 haul (posted in my toy blog HERE)
and now for the full reveal :)

This is the E&S (Easy & Simple) 1/6 scale Assault Rifle 416 Special Forces set E (Frostbite). It comes with all you see in the picture below and more...

The Heckler & Koch HK416 is an assault rifle designed and manufactured by Heckler & Koch. It is based on the AR-15 platform, and was originally conceived as an improvement to the Colt M4 carbine family issued to the U.S. military, with the notable inclusion of an HK-proprietary short-stroke gas piston system derived from the Heckler & Koch G36. Military and law enforcement customers can purchase a new upper receiver, buffer, and drive spring to refurbish existing AR-15s, or buy new complete HK416s.

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The United States Army's Delta Force, at the request of R&D NCO Larry Vickers, collaborated with the German arms maker Heckler & Koch to develop the new carbine in the early 1990s. During development, Heckler & Koch capitalized on experience gained developing the Bundeswehr's Heckler & Koch G36 assault rifle, the U.S. Army's XM8 rifle project (canceled in 2005) and the modernization of the British Armed Forces SA80 small arms family. The project was originally called the HK M4, but this was changed in response to a trademark infringement suit filed by Colt Defense.

Delta Force replaced its M4s with the HK416 in 2004, after tests revealed that the piston operating system significantly reduces malfunctions while increasing the life of parts. The HK416 has been tested by the United States military and is in use with some law enforcement agencies and special operations units. It has been adopted as the standard rifle of the Norwegian Armed Forces as well.

Under the top tray that holds the HK416 is the 1:6 scale weapon display shelf / rack. Check out my earlier toy blog post HERE of 1:6 scale weapon racks.

E&S (Easy & Simple) 1:6 scale modular weapon display shelf / rack assembled and ready for display

E&S (Easy & Simple) Assault Rifle 416 Special Forces set E (Frostbite) out of the box, with parts laid out and weapon stripped to show the bolt carrier group with charging handle (shown near the top left of the picture - click to get a better view), extendable rifle stock, five 30-round magazines and the optic sights plus other stuff that come with this set.

E&S (Easy & Simple) Assault Rifle 416 Special Forces set E (Frostbite) assembled with 551/552 holographic optic sight, ATPIAL LA-5 / PEQ high power advanced target pointer, tactical light, tactical front grip with extendable bipod. Click on the pictures for bigger and better views

E&S (Easy & Simple) Assault Rifle 416 Special Forces set E (Frostbite) with suppressor added

NEXT: Meet the man who gets to carry this rifle, a kitbashed snow trooper and more...

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Having gotten the MC Toys F-029 1/6 scale Snow Space set for 12-inch figures and kitting it out with the Nobody Toys "Dreamcatcher" 1:6 scale head sculpt of Leonardo DiCaprio HERE (head sculpt first reviewed HERE) for the Inception movie snow scene, I realized that Dom Cobb (Leonardo DiCaprio) was missing the winterized Blaser R93 LRS2 Precision Sniper Rifle with suppressor in Fischer's Winter Fortress dream. Since I don't have a 1:6 scale winterized Blaser R93 LRS2 Precision Sniper Rifle with suppressor in my possession, this E&S (Easy & Simple) 1/6 scale Assault Rifle 416 Special Forces set E (Frostbite) - reviewed in the previous post HERE - will have to do for now.

In the previous review of the MC Toys F-029 1/6 scale Snow Space set, I had the hood down and Leo was not wearing the goggles (pictures HERE). In this latest toy blog post, hood is up and over, goggles are worn and he is armed with the E&S (Easy & Simple) 1/6 scale Assault Rifle 416 Special Forces set E (Frostbite), looking very much like how a snow trooper would look.

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Close-up views of the E&S (Easy & Simple) 1/6 scale Assault Rifle 416 Special Forces set E (Frostbite). More pictures in the previous post HERE.

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

This is Toys City upcoming 1/6 scale Bull Terrier Set x 2. Toys city 1/6 Bull Terrier Set A and Set B will both include a Bull Terrier, Doggy clothes and a Bag. The doggy clothes in Set A are camouflage pattern while Set B is tactical black. There's a bag included as well. What's it used for? Who knows? Maybe to store doggy treats or biscuits.

A dog is described as Man's best friend so 12" guys also have Toys City 1/6 scale Bull Terriers. General George Patton had a loyal Bull Terrier which he named "Willie", short for "William the Conqueror". There's even a 1/6 scale version of "Willie" produced and released by Hasbro as part of their GI Joe Historical Commanders Edition. You can check out the pictures HERE

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Related posts:
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
November 1, 2013 – "What Does the Fox Say?" Foxbox Studio 1/6 scale God Complex: Inari 1/6 scale fox Review

"Die Another Day" (released in 2002) is the twentieth spy film in the James Bond series, and the fourth and last film to star Pierce Brosnan as the fictional MI6 agent James Bond. "Die Another Day", produced by Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, and directed by Lee Tamahori, marks the James Bond franchise's 40th anniversary. The series began in 1962 with Sean Connery starring as Bond in "Dr. No". "Die Another Day" includes references to each of the preceding films.

Halle Berry starred as Giacinta 'Jinx' Johnson, an NSA agent. In discussing her character, Berry said "She's fashion-forward, very sexy and takes fashion risks, and I love her for that." According to an ITV news poll, Jinx was voted the fourth toughest girl on screen of all time.

In honor of the franchise's 40th anniversary, they had Jinx (Halle Berry) walking out of the sea in a bikini, wearing a white belt and a diving knife as a reference to Ursula Andress walking out in similar fashion in "Dr. No (1962)"

This is Phicen Limited's next female figure (Item No.: PLLB2014-28), the Female seamless body in brown / large bust size for 1:6 figure version 04. Doesn't she remind you of someone familiar? Scroll down to see the rest of the pictures. Click on them for bigger and better views :)

PHICEN 1/6 scale Female seamless body in brown / large bust size version 04 is 28 cm in height, has 33 points of articulation and Weighs 0.208kg. Parts List: 1 x female Head sculpt, Body in brown version 04, Hands 6 pieces / 3 pairs, Bikini 6-piece set. NOTE: Does NOT include the belt and knife.

Related posts:
December 24, 2013 – Review Phicen 1/6 scale Female seamless 12-inch body with pale skin and large bust version 4.0 posted HERE
December 25, 2013 – Review Dollsfigure 1/6 Sexy Female Xmas Full Costume Set on Phicen Seamless female body (pictures HERE)

“He's fast... strong... and has a metal arm.”

In Marvel Studios blockbuster, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Captain America will be drawn into conflict and forced to confront the powerful Winter Soldier in intense battles. In anticipation for the movie’s release, Hot Toys is proud to present the new 1/6th scale Winter Soldier Collectible Figure.

The movie-accurate collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Sebastian Stan as Winter Soldier in the film. It features two interchangeable head sculpts, metal-like left arm with red star emblem, detailed costume and weapons. Fans don’t pass up on the opportunity to pre-order this tough adversary of Captain America.

Hot Toys MMS241 Captain America: The Winter Soldier 1/6th scale Winter Soldier Collectible Figure specially features: Authentic and detailed likeness of Sebastian Stan as Winter Soldier in Captain America: The Winter Soldier. One (1) newly sculpted head with movie-accurate facial expression and make-up. One (1) interchangeable masked head. One (1) hair sculpt interchangeable on both head sculpts with Movie-accurate facial expression with detailed wrinkles and skin texture. Approximately 31 cm tall Body with over 30 points of articulations. Metal-like left arm with red star emblem. Four (4) pairs of interchangeable palms (left with glove) including: One (1) pair of fists, One (1) pair of relaxed palms, One (1) pair of palms for holding weapons, One (1) pair open palms. Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted

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Costume: One (1) black leather-like top with embossed pattern, One (1) pair of black pants with holsters, One (1) black belt with pouches, One (1) black chest holsters, One (1) pair of black boots

Weapons: One (1) machine gun, One (1) remote bomb launcher, One (1) submachine gun, One (1) spike with sheath, Two (2) daggers, Two (2) grenades, Three (3) pistols

Accessories: One (1) pair of goggles, Figure stand with Winter Soldier nameplate and the movie logo

Release date: Q3-Q4, 2014

**Prototype shown, final product may be slightly different
**Product details could be subjected to change without further notice

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The stars of The Amazing Spider-Man 2: Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone and Jamie Foxx, along with director Marc Webb and producers Avi Arad and Matt Tolmach were in Singapore last night at the Marina Bay Sands shopping mall as part of the promotion for the movie opening in Singapore on May 1, as well to promote Earth Hour on Saturday, March 29.

I was invited to be at the red carpet which was held at Marina Bay Sands The Skating Rink, Canal Level followed by The Amazing Spider-Man 2 International Press Conference at MasterCard Theatre.

The above picture shows the things I got prior to the event: Blu-ray DVD of The Amazing Spider-Man, Spider-Man 12-inch figures from Hasbro Singapore, Spider-Man caps and Spider-Man masks. Scroll down to see pictures of the stars taken up close. I was able to get front and center second row seats at the Press Conference :) It was a blast!

Knowing Andrew Garfield was going to be there, I just have to bring along the Hot Toys Movie Masterpiece Series MMS179 1/6 scale The Amazing Spider-Man Limited Edition Collectible Figure and hope that he'll autograph on it.

Pictures of the crowd and the International Press. Click on the pictures for bigger and better views. It was my first time at a red carpet event so it was certainly an eye opener.

I took videos of Spider-Man,

Emma Stone who plays Gwen Stacy

and Andrew Garfield who is the new Peter Parker / Spider-Man

It was a crazy crowd at the red carpet and everyone was jostling for a chance to get the stars to sign autographs. Even when they were on stage, it was impossible to see them because of the crowd.

Thankfully, I was able to get up close at the press conference as the stars (and director) took turns to answer the Press' questions. It was kind of surreal to see these guys (and gal) so close. They were all very warm and had no airs about them. Andrew Garfield was especially candid and personal.

This was the box I brought to The Amazing Spider-Man 2 red carpet event at Marina Bay Sands - the Hot Toys Movie Masterpiece Series MMS179 1/6 scale The Amazing Spider-Man Limited Edition Collectible Figure

And Andrew Garfield signed it :)

As a kid growing up in the 70s, Westerns were the stable on television at the time with TV shows like "The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin", "Bonanza", "Gunsmoke", "Have Gun – Will Travel", "Kung Fu", "The Lone Ranger", "The Wild Wild West" and "Zorro". So it was no surprise that I had a thing for cowboys and indians and it formed a part of my childhood. The Western Fort was something I was always into because they were built like the medieval castles, as a stronghold with high walls to protect those within and keep out intruders.

I got a huge surprise the other day when my wonderful wife decided to get me the Playmobil 5245 Western: Fort Brave set out of the blue, no occasion called for it. She knew I was into Playmobil because in some way, they were the mini-mes to the 1/6 scale figures I collect. One of the earliest Playmobil figures I got was the Playmobil 3949 Deep Sea Diver (reviewed HERE) which was a miniaturised version of the GI Joe 1/6 scale 12 inch Deep Sea Diver (posted HERE). Since then, I've always been on a look out for similar Playmobil figures and the collection has grown.

But I have never bought any play sets because they were huge and would need a large display area. Knowing my liking for this particular Playmobil Western Fort Brave set, my dear wife decided to splurge and got me this fortress which I was obviously not going to decline :) This is the biggest Playmobil set I've ever owned and will probably be the only fort set I'll ever have.

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PLAYMOBIL, Germany's largest toy manufacturer, is headquartered in Zirndorf, Germany and has been producing and distributing toys for more than 36 years. They were absent from Singapore for a while until recently when they "returned". The Playmobil 5245 Western: Fort Brave box is big – it measures H 50 x W 60 x D 20 cm

Contents from the box. The Set includes: 6 figures, 3 horses, Cacti, Surrounding landscape and Supplies. This was the first time I ever had to assemble something from Playmobil. The box actually had "Instructions for parents: Time required for assembly – 60 minutes." No kidding ;p and it took that long LOL

Here's why assembly is required: everything comes in loose parts and you had to put them all together.

Here's the storage cabin for food, ammunition and weapons.

I just like the look and feel of Playmobil much more than Lego bricks. And Playmobil is much bigger too. And cheaper. And they don't come apart at all. And they have a more finished look. And they are FUN!

There are lots of trap-doors and openings, plus a firing cannon from the ramparts;

There's a lockable jail cell for keeping enemies / prisoners after capture. This cell is carved from the "rocks".

Construction of the raised look-out tower / post with a warning bell

Playmobil 5245 Western: Fort Brave comes complete with a flagpole, a working cannon, a prison cell and more..., including cacti and shrubs, vegetation. The finished / assembled Playmobil Fort Brave measures 26 inches in Length x 22 inches Wide x 15.7 inches High

Supplies can be stored in the well protected Playmobil Western Fort. Supplies include: a crate of "munition" (ammunition / ammo), box and barrel of explosives, three bundles dynamite sticks, fire and coal for warming up in the cold night or heating up the branding iron for branding the horses...

Two sacks of rice, rifle rack and rocking chair.

Explore the frontier. Use the well-protected Western Fort as a base for expeditions into the wild frontier, where you’ll find outlaws, gold mines and plenty of cacti. Let your imagination flow.

The horses have reins, saddles and blankets. Hats are different for each rider with the General wearing what looks like a 10-gallon hat. He also comes with a sword belt and sword whereas the Corporal wears a gun belt with revolver gun.

A Fort is not complete without "enemies / intruders"! Check out the native American indians that are included with this Playmobil 5245 Western: Fort Brave set in the NEXT post. It's getting interesting :)

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Wild West forts weren't built to withstand sieges, simply because the Natives had no opportunity to use artillery or even massed assaults (except for very rare situations). The Army had no need to prepare for any sort of large scale battle, and instead needed to construct something that could at least keep the Natives out as well as to secure an area and give a location that soldiers and civilians could retreat to if necessary.

Besides the fort itself and soldiers, Playmobil 5245 Western: Fort Brave set also came with two Native Americans and their horse, plus weapons. The horse is different from that of the United States Cavalry and both American Indians are not identical.

Indigenous peoples of the United States are commonly known as Native Americans or American Indians, and Alaskan Natives. The European colonization of the Americas forever changed the lives and cultures of the peoples of the continents. Although the exact pre-contact population of the Americas is unknown, scholars estimate that Native American populations diminished by between 80 and 90% within the first centuries of contact with Europeans. Native Americans suffered high mortality rates due to their lack of prior exposure to these diseases. The loss of lives was exacerbated by violence on the part of colonists who frequently perpetrated massacres on the indigenous groups and enslaved them. (source: wiki)

Red Indians are now known as Native American or American Indians. The origin of the term "Red Man" is not clear. Native Americans are known to have a copperish or brownish hue although some Native Americans can get sunburn and turn redish. Many tribes did paint themselves for war and red may have been the most popular color to indicate tribes intention for combat. Other sources say red referred to the bloody scalps of victims.

Playmobil Red Indians also came with flaming arrows. In reality, flaming arrows aren't as simple as just lighting the end of an arrow on fire and shooting it. It requires covering the end in cloth and oil before dipping it in fire and lighting it up.

Extra accessories include flames and additional plant / shrub.

Related posts:
September 14, 2007 – Wild Wild West 3: Indians posted HERE
August 17, 2008 – Dragon Models Limited DML "Windtalkers (2002)" movie 1/6 scale USMC Code Talker Private Ben Yahzee (Adam Beach) 12-inch figure reviewed HERE
August 19, 2008 – G.I. Joe 1/6 scale Navajo Code Talker 12-inch figure (pictures HERE)

Square Enix is expanding their DC Comics line-up with a ton of new releases. While they are giving us all new designs with the DC Comics Variant figures, they are also releasing figures based on existing designs, including the Arkham series of Batman Video Games. Now they have released these official photos of their upcoming Batman: Arkham Origins Play Arts Kai Batman Figure. Batman will also come with additional hands, a batarang and a grapnel gun.

Square Enix Play Arts Kai figures are big for action figures, at about 9 inches (23 cm) tall compared to the usual smaller size action figures. I've seen them around but was never compelled to get any of the figures, until now. This Square Enix Batman: Arkham Origins Play Arts Kai Batman 9-inch tall figure looks very promising and I've always wanted an armored Batman in my collection. This should do nicely :)

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Related posts:
June 2, 2013 – Kotobukiya Batman Arkham City Collectors Edition 14 cm (5.5") Statue is nicely detailed (pictures HERE)
October 28, 2013 – Review of DC Direct Jim Lee inspired All Star Series 1: Batman 6.75 inches Tall Action Figure posted in my toy blog HERE
November 4, 2013 – Check out Mattel DC Universe Batman Legacy Arkham City Batman 7-Inch Action Figure HERE

You can pre-order this Square Enix Batman: Arkham Origins Play Arts Kai Batman 9-inch tall figure at TFH (link HERE)

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Besides releasing the Batman: Arkham Origins Play Arts Kai Batman 9-inch (23 cm) tall figure, Square Enix will also be releasing the Batman: Arkham Origins Play Arts Kai Deathstroke 9-inch (23 cm) tall figure. Deathstroke will come with additional hands, a sword, a staff, rifle and a pistol.

Deathstroke the Terminator (also known by his name Slade Wilson, originally called simply the Terminator) is a comic book supervillain, and sometimes antihero, who appears in books published by DC Comics. The character was created by Marv Wolfman and George Perez. He is a mercenary and assassin who first appeared in The New Teen Titans (vol. 1) #2 (1980).

This is the Deathstroke who appears in Batman: Arkham Origins video game, voiced by Mark Rolston. He is among the eight assassins hired to kill Batman by the Joker.

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Most of the other earlier releases by Square Enix looked too anime-ish for me, especially the head sculpts. But since Deathstroke is wearing a mask, I guess I won't be having any problems with that issue ;p Plus, he'll make a great companion piece to the Batman: Arkham Origins Play Arts Kai Batman.

You can pre-order this Square Enix Batman: Arkham Origins Play Arts Kai Batman 9-inch tall figure at TFH (link HERE)

"Gear Up. It's time!"

In celebration of Captain America: The Winter Soldier hitting the theatres worldwide, Hot Toys is proud to collaborate with Hysan Place again this year to bring an exciting “Marvel's Captain America: The Winter Soldier: Join Forces at Hysan Place, Powered by Hot Toys Exhibition” to fans in Hong Kong!

Hysan Place at Lee Gardens will be transformed into a S.H.I.E.L.D. base and visitors will be able to see: The latest Hot Toys 1/6th scale Captain America: The Winter Soldier Collectible Figures including Captain America in Stealth S.T.R.I.K.E. suit and Golden Age suit, Black Widow, Winter Soldier, which are all shown for the first time in Hong Kong, while Steve Rogers and Falcon are firstly revealed worldwide.

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More pictures of 1/6 scale Steve Rogers HERE

More pictures of 1/6 scale Winter Soldier HERE

More pictures of 1/6 scale Captain America (Golden Age Version) HERE

More pictures of 1/6 scale Captain America (Stealth S.T.R.I.K.E. Suit) HERE

A number of 1/6th scale movie dioramas showcasing classic scenes from both Marvel’s Captain America: The First Avenger, Marvel’s Captain America: The Winter Soldier and Marvel’s The Avengers including “Captain America Doesn’t Need a Parachute”, “The Super-Soldier Transformation”, and “Avengers Fight Off Chitauri Invasion” and more...

The exhibition will officially open to public starting today at 7pm and run until 23 April. This is only available in Hong Kong so visitors to Hong Long, head on over and have a blast.

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