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Preview Hot Toys 1/6 scale Captain America & Steve Rogers 12-inch Collectible Figures Set

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"The price of freedom is high... and it's a price I'm willing to pay!"

Marvel Studios’ latest superhero hit – Captain America: The Winter Soldier is sweeping theatres around the world and has been well received by fans and critics in many opening countries! In this exciting film, Captain America has joined S.H.I.E.L.D. and teamed up with Black Widow and Falcon to battle dangerous threats and confront the mysterious Winter Soldier. Hot Toys is proud to present a special collectible figures set which includes the highly anticipated new 1/6th scale Captain America in Stealth S.T.R.I.K.E. suit and Steve Rogers Collectible Figure.


The movie-accurate Steve Rogers collectible figure features a newly developed head sculpt with authentic likeness of Chris Evans, highly detailed costume, a specially-made heavy battle damaged metal shield, and a Captain America helmet. Fans of Captain America don’t miss out!

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The Hot Toys MMS243 1/6th scale Steve Rogers Collectible Figure specially features: Newly developed head sculpt with authentic and detailed likeness of Chris Evans as Steve Rogers in his civilian outfit in Marvel’s Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Movie-accurate facial expression with detailed wrinkles and skin texture. Approximately 31 cm tall Body with over 30 points of articulations. Four (4) pairs of interchangeable palms including: One (1) pair of relaxed palms, One (1) pair of fists, One (1) pair of palms for holding shield, One (1) pair of open palms. Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted


Costume: One (1) navy blue jacket, One (1) white t-shirt, One (1) pair of blue jeans with brown leather-like belt, One (1) pair of light brown boots


Weapon: One (1) heavy battle damaged metal circular shield


The movie-accurate Captain America collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Chris Evans as Captain America in his Stealth S.T.R.I.K.E. suit in the film. It features a brand new helmeted head sculpt, finely tailored costume with embossed patterns, and a specially-made light blue metal shield.


Accessories: One (1) 1/6th scale Captain America helmet, Figure stand with Steve Rogers nameplate and the movie logo

Release date: Q3-Q4, 2014

See the other post for pictures of Captain America in Stealth S.T.R.I.K.E. suit HERE


Incoming: Hot Toys 1/6 scale Captain America (Stealth S.T.R.I.K.E. Suit) 12" Collectible Figure

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"I joined S.H.I.E.L.D. to protect people."

Marvel Studios’ latest superhero hit – Captain America: The Winter Soldier has already started landing in theatres around the world and has took the top box office spot in many opening countries! In this exciting film, Captain America has joined S.H.I.E.L.D. and teamed up with Black Widow and Falcon to battle dangerous threats. Hot Toys is thrilled to present the highly-anticipated new 1/6th scale Captain America Collectible Figure in Stealth S.T.R.I.K.E. suit.


The movie-accurate collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Chris Evans as Captain America in his Stealth S.T.R.I.K.E. suit in the film. It features a newly developed helmeted head sculpt, finely tailored costume with embossed patterns, and a specially-made light blue metal shield.

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Hot Toys MMS242 1/6th scale Captain America (Stealth S.T.R.I.K.E. Suit) Collectible Figure specially features: Authentic and detailed likeness of Chris Evans as Captain America in his Stealth S.T.R.I.K.E. suit in Captain America: The Winter Soldier with New helmeted head sculpt, Movie-accurate facial expression with detailed wrinkles and skin texture. Approximately 31 cm tall Body with over 30 points of articulations. Nine (9) pieces of interchangeable gloved palms including: One (1) pair of relaxed palms, One (1) pair of fists, One (1) pair of palms for holding shield, One (1) pair of open palms, One (1) pointing right palm. Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted


Costume: One (1) dark blue embossed patterned uniform with silver star emblem and stripes on chest, One (1) pair of dark blue embossed patterned pants with pouches, knee pad, and red trims. One (1) brown leather-like back shield holder and body strap, One (1) brown leather-like belt with pouches, One (1) pair of black boots with brown straps


Weapon: One (1) metal circular light blue shield


Accessories: One (1) metal-like handcuff, Figure stand with Captain America nameplate and the movie logo

Release date: Q3-Q4, 2014


Preview the Hot Toys 1/6 scale Captain America & Steve Rogers 12-inch Collectible Figures Set HERE

'Captain America' Characters' Evolution From The '40s To 'Winter Soldier' (1940 comic to 2014)

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While Star Spangled Avenger is considered a Classic - see the how the hero and supporting cast has been interpreted over the ages in comics in this great chart posted at MTV!

My, how times have changed. Remember the time when Bucky was Captain America, the Falcon wore what was essentially a red wrestling suit and Cap donned all black? Neither do we, so thank god for our new infographic charting the evolution in the looks of Captain America, Bucky, the Black Widow, the Falcon and Nick Fury, all the way from the inception of the comics in 1940 to this weekend's release of "Captain America: The Winter Soldier".

Check out the timeline below, created by Old Red Jalopy, and click to enlarge. (source: http://www.mtv.com)


With the release of "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" (I've already seen it and I do recommend it!), it's a good time as any to look at the evolution of Captain America as well as the characters featured in the movie. If you haven't seen the movie and don't want to know who the characters are (but if you are a Marvel comics / Captain America fan, then you already know), stop reading right now! If you don't think this is a SPOILER in any way and you already know what's going on, then read on :)

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About the man Steve Rogers


About the shield


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May 14, 2012 – Batman Infographic: Every (Significant) Bat-Suit Ever Created - How many are there? Read about them HERE
May 18, 2012 – Batman Icon's Mutation: 70-year Evolution of the BATMAN logo from 1941 till current 2012 in my toy blog HERE
May 3, 2013 – Hall of Armor: The Evolution of Iron Man Info-graphic by Kate Willaert, Halloween Costumes (link HERE)
July 19, 2013 – Evolution of Wolverine: Every Costume Logan's ever worn in almost 40 years (1974 – 2013) posted HERE
April 3, 2014 – Hot Toys Captain America: The Winter Soldier Stealth S.T.R.I.K.E. suit and The Falcon in HK (pictures HERE)

Check out DAM TOYS Gangsters Kingdom 1/6 scale Diamond 3 figure: Machete / Danny Trejo?

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Chapter 4: Butcher Knife

The 3 of diamonds, Juarez, is born in Mexico. He was the boss of the Scorpion family, before one man, “the mad dog” betrayed him and sent him behind bars. He got out of prison with the help of a little cash, but all the gang members loyal to him were already eliminated by the mad dog. Juarez no longer had his prestige, and when his own gang started hunting him, he chose to fight back. Juarez returned to the gang with eleven knives in his coat, left behind a bloodbath and mad dog hanging by his own intestines. This incident caused an earthquake in the underworld of Mexico, eventually several gangs joined together wanting Juarez dead, left him no choice but smuggling into the United States. He joined the Diamond family, the K of Diamonds showed him enough appreciation, but only gave him a card of 3. This was good enough for the poor desperate Juarez. but he has not received any respect ever since. The 2 of Diamonds saw this opportunity; By his extraordinary fighting skill, he soon earned Juarez’s obedience. 2 got the loyalty of Juarez, as well as Juarez’s flying knife skill.


DAM TOYS 1/6 scale Gangsters Kingdom - Diamond 3 (GK006#) 12-inch figure will come with 1/6 scale Head sculpt (with stylized Danny Trejo likeness), 12-inch Action body, Tan imitated fur coats, Long sleeve black v-neck t-shirt, Black leather pants, Black motorcycle tank top, Knife set up on the shoulders, Straight knife x 2, machete(On the left) + The knife set + Two knives, machete(On the right) + The knife set + Two knives, Silver fly knife x 3, black belt, High barrels of cowboy boots, left hand wrist bands, right hand wrist support, Palm / hands x 3, necklace

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The cobra and scorpion tattoos on Diamond 3’s hands, representing his cruelty and mercilessness.


“Point of no return“ stitched on the back of his motorbike leather jacket


There's going to be a Hidden Diamond 3 Version. According to DAM Toys, "We make Hidden Diamond 3 Version for players especially. A little bit different from the normal version which within Limited Edition certificate and Serial numbering. Total quantity of Hidden Version will be 100 pcs. All of them are random packed."


Related posts:
March 27, 2013 – Review of DAM Toys Gangsters Kingdom 1/6 Spade J 12-inch stylized Jason Statham figure HERE
September 4, 2013 – Review of DAM Toys Gangsters Kingdom 1/6 scale Spade 2 (Vinnie Jones) HERE
January 2, 2014 – Review 1: DAM Toys 1/6 scale The Gangsters Kingdom Spade 3 12" figure (Wayne Rooney?) HERE
January 14, 2014 – DAM Toys 1/6 scale Gangsters Kingdom Spade trio: The Terrible Threesome - Spade J, 2 and 3 posted HERE

Conan the Destroyer? Kaustic Plastik XXL Project set 1: 1/6 The Fantasy Warrior outfit set

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Conan the Destroyer is a 1984 American sword and sorcery / adventure film directed by Richard Fleischer, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Mako Iwamatsu reprising their roles as Conan and Akiro the wizard, respectively.

Kaustic Plastik presents their XXL Project, XXL Custom kit for XXL Heroes! XXL Project Set 1 will be produced in a VERY LIMITED Edition (500 pieces worldwide). They designed this set to fit Large Muscular Body, like KP02 or KP03 or other similar big body from other companies.


According to Kaustic Plastik, this set is perfect for any kind of custom figure linked to Typical iconography of the fantasy film / books genre. This set will include: New Long hair Head sculpt, Die Cast Sword (Long 16.5 cm), Leather Shirt, Leather Armor, Fur Skirt, Fur Scabbard, Pants, Boots (Leather and fur), Two Leather wristbands, Small Leather Bag. Note: 12-inch Figure is NOT included!



The Weapon is made with the highest Metal technology available today


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April 21, 2013 – Reviews of Kaustic Plastik 1/6 scale Athletik Muscle Body KP03B Caucasian version posted on my toy blog HERE and HERE
April 23, 2013 – Review of Kaustic Plastik 1/6 scale Athletik Muscle Body KP03C Afro (African) American version HERE

Flirty Girl Collectible Heroes of the North: Crimson 12" female figure with 1/6 wolf LUPA

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Heroes of the North: Crimson 12-inch female figure is an officially licensed collectible character based on the Movie Seals Digital Inc™ and the Heroes of the North™ brand online web series. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Flirty Girl Collectible FGCDX003 Crimson™ will come with the following Parts list: FB02-L Large bust 2.0 body (Redesigned elbow and arm articulation with over 33 points of articulation), 1/6 scale "CRIMSON"™ Female head sculpt, 1/6 scale “LUPA”™ Wolf companion, Red Gloss PVC Cat suit with front zipper closure, Highly detailed sculpted boot set, Crossbow with arrow accessory, Pistol with removable bullet clip, Main Equipment: webbing belt - Main belt Right hip large pouch, Main belt Left hip large pouch, (2) Main belt Left hip small pouches, (3) left leg pouches, Right Leg Pistol holster, Pistol Grip hand set (pair), Relaxed hand set (pair), Dagger hand set (pair), Dagger holder, Dagger, Black Cloak with pose able wire in hood, Artwork Box


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Pre-order special at SMcG and Heroes of the North during the preorder (129.99) (usual price: $139.99) HERE

Estimated arrival JUNE 2014

Check out Kotobukiya Star Wars 1/10 scale 7" Han Solo & 8-inch Chewbacca ARTFX+ Statue

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A Kotobukiya Japanese import! The incredible Star Wars ARTFX+ lineup has already featured some of the most iconic heroes and villains from the Star Wars films, and now it expands to an epic team up of two of the most popular characters of all time, Han Solo & Chewbacca! Jumping straight out of Episode IV: A New Hope, the inseparable smuggling duo stands side by side ready to take on the forces of the evil galactic Empire. Literally from different worlds (Corellia and Kashyyyk), Han Solo and Chewbacca formed an unlikely yet lasting friendship that would resonate with fans from their first appearance.

Ready to take on anything the Empire might throw at them, the pair of space scoundrels advance in turn as they point their weapons at hordes of ineffective Stormtroopers. Han wears his iconic outfit consisting of a white shirt, navy vest, orange-striped blue pants, belt with holster, and tall black boots. Meanwhile, his Wookie partner is au naturale as usual, covered in thick brown fur broken up only by his bandolier. Both level their respective trademark weapons, a BlasTech Industries DL-44 heavy blaster pistol for the former and a crossbow-like bowcaster for the latter. Kotobukiya’s renowned craftsmanship is evident in all of the fine details from Chewie’s intricately sculpted fur to the folds and creases in Han’s clothing!


ARTFX+ Statues are fun-to-assemble pre-painted snap-fit kits that can be easily put together in seconds without glue or modeling skill. Han Solo stands just over 7 inches tall and Chewbacca over 8 inches (1/10th scale) atop their included display bases; magnets in their feet provide extra stability. Whether they’re guarding your shelves alone or displayed alongside the R2-D2 & C-3PO or Stormtrooper army builder two-packs they’re guaranteed to be the highlight of your Star Wars collection!

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Available October 2014.

Related posts:
July 18, 2009 – Hasbro Star Wars Silver Anniversary (1977 - 2002) Han Solo and Chewbacca posted HERE
July 17, 2009 – Medicom Toys 1/6 scale Han Solo and Chewbacca (pictures HERE)
September 17, 2008 – Review of the Hasbro Millennium Falcon Legacy Collection posted in my toy blog HERE

Pre-order Asmus Toys LOTR Heroes of Middle Earth 1/6 scale Ringwraith and Nazgul Steed

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Having previewed the ACI AM001 The Lord of the Rings 1/6 scale Ringwraith 12-inch collectible action figure earlier HERE, Asmus Toys too have decided to release their 1/6 scale versions of the Lord of the Rings Heroes of Middle Earth 1/6 Ringwraith and Nazgul Steed.

Asmus Toys is proud to present the grand plan for the Lord of the Ring's 1/6 collectible action figure project. Heroes of the Middle-Earth will be the premier line of important characters. Presented by well know heroes such as Arragorn, Gandulf...etc, who will be built in top quality head sculpt, realistically accurate clothing, and mixed media accessories. Each hero will have its own custom base, and together they will be puzzled into a huge battle field diorama. Also, heroes don’t necessarily have to be the good guys.


Not when bad guys are so much cooler ;p

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Asmus Toys Heroes of Middle-Earth - The Ringwraith sixth scale figure features: Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of Nazgul from The Return of the King, Kaustic Plastik KP01A+ male body, Approximately 30 cm tall with Over 36 points of articulation.


Armor: 1 pair of shoulder plates, 1 pair of bicep armor, 1 pair of forearmed armor, 1 pair of thigh armor, 1 pair of calf armor, 1 pair of feet armor, 1 pair of articulated feet, 1 pair of fist in armor, 1 pair of relaxed posture hand in armor, 1 pair of weapon holding hand in armor


Clothing: 1 black hood, 1 black robe with weathering effects, 1 black inner garment with weathering effects, 1 belt plus sheath holder, 1 pair of long sleeved undervest, 1 pair of long underpants


Weapons: 1 Witchking sword, 1 sword sheath, 1 Morgul blade. Accessories: 1 Asmus Toys figure stand


The Nazgul Steed Sixth Scale Figure features: Switch controlled light up LED eyes, Pile coating fur texture imitation, Chaotic Nazgul steed head sculpt, Nazgul steed reins gears, Custom diorama base. Specifications: 15 movable articulations, Real implanted hair and tail


You can pre-order the Asmus Toys Lord of the Ring Heroes of Middle Earth 1/6 scale Ringwraith and Nazgul Steed set from TFH HERE


Order Hot Toys Exclusive: "Iron Man 3" 1/6th scale Rose Hill Tony Stark Collectible Figure

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Hot Toys presents the new Iron Man 3: 1/6th scale Tony Stark Collectible Figure modeled after the scene where Tony disguised as a cowboy and received assistance from a rather obsessed fan in a news van to discover the details of Aldrich Killian’s Extremis project.

The movie-accurate Rose Hill Tony Stark Collectible Figure is specially crafted based on the image of Robert Downey Jr. as the genius billionaire Tony Stark in his cowboy disguise attire in Iron Man 3, featuring the finely sculpted and painted battle damaged head sculpt, an advanced body with light-up chest light and greatly detailed outfit and accessories.


Hot Toys MMS232 The 1/6th scale Rose Hill Tony Stark Collectible Figure special features: Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark in the Iron Man 3 movie. Battle damaged head sculpt with movie-accurate facial features with detailed beard, wrinkles and skin texture. Approximately 30 cm tall Advanced body with over 30 points of articulations specially for Tony Stark plus LED light on chest (battery operated). Two (2) pairs of interchangeable palms including: One (1) pair relaxed palms, One (1) pair of fists. Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted

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Costume: One (1) gray long sleeves tee, One (1) green tartan shirt, One (1) red patterned vest, One (1) pair of blue jeans, One (1) pair of black shoes, One (1) light blue scarf


Accessories: One (1) beige cowboy hat, One (1) camouflage and beige trucker cap, One (1) pink watch, One (1) home-made wrist repulsor, One (1) set of blue cable wires, One (1) set of green cable wires, Figure stand with Tony Stark nameplate and the movie logo


**Prototype shown is not final, pending licensor approval
**Product details could be subjected to change without further notice
**Battery included for collectible figure. Button cells are required

Order this Hot Toys MMS232 Exclusive: "Iron Man 3" 1/6th scale Rose Hill Tony Stark Collectible Figure at TFH (link HERE)

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January 27, 2014 – "Repulsor ON!" Tony Stark the Mechanic 12-inch figure from Iron Man 3 by Hot Toys - Reviewed HERE, HERE, HERE and HERE

Get Wild Toys 1/6 scale M65 Parka Jacket & Jeans Sets for Peter Parker, Rambo or Travis

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This is a very interesting set from ACI – Wild Toys 1/6 scale M65 Parka Jacket & Jeans Sets. The parkas come in Black, Khaki or OD (Olive Drab / Green) with a pair of jeans. The question is: which parka would Peter Parker pick for a particularly perfect outing with MJ (not Michael Jackson but Mary Jane)? Decisions, decisions, decisions. Being a superhero is just not easy.


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Besides getting these for kitbashing a Andrew Garfield Peter Parker (check out the Hot Toys 1/6 scale Andrew Garfield Peter Parker head sculpt from The Amazing Spider-Man HERE), one can also put together a Travis Bickle 12-inch figure. Travis Bickle was played by Robert De Niro in the 1976 movie "Taxi Driver". The quote "You talkin' to me?" delivered by Travis Bickle (Robert De Niro) has become a pop culture icon, and made De Niro a star. You can check out the Brother Production 1/6 scale Cab Driver "Travis"Review HERE.



Other than Peter Parker and Travis Bickle, Sylvester Stallone in "First Blood" also was dressed in a M65 jacket and jeans. You can check out my kitbash of 1/6 scale Sylvester Stallone as Rambo in my toy blog post HERE


A similar figure released recently wearing almost the same green jacket would be MC Toys 1/6 scale The End Walker 12-inch figure which is essentially Denzel Washington in "The Book of Eli" (pictures HERE)

Ever seen a Woodlands camouflage M65 field jacket? A 1/6 scale version was released by Toys City with their 1:6 scale CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) Operative 12-inch figure (reviewed HERE and HERE)

Iminime 1/6 scale custom figures "Those Who Remain" Joe and Elle figures. They look familiar?

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"Those Who Remain" Joe and Elle are 1/6 scale Custom figures by Iminime (I-mini-me). These figures are pretty cool and these prototype / preview pictures certainly look very promising.

"Those Who Remain" Joe 12-inch figure is Expertly crafted and accurately modelled, outfitted with the best in infection-fighing weaponary, 'Those Who Remain - Joe Full set' features an impressive hand painted head sculpt that perfectly captures the look of a certain post-apocalyptic survivor!


"Those Who Remain" Joe 12-inch figure specially features: Detailed Hand painted 1/6 scale Head sculpt, Muscle body with over 30 points of articulation. He wears Green Plaid long sleeve Shirt, Dark pants and Boots. He carries a Backpack, Gas Mask, Shotgun, Baseball Bat, Revolver Handgun and Flashlight.

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"Those Who Remain" Elle 1/6 scale female figure is Accurately modelled to a smaller body -- like a teenage girl would have, 'Those Who Remain - Elle Full set' features an impressive hand painted head sculpt that perfectly captures the look of a certain post-apocalyptic survivor, and the best in infection-surviving accessories.


"Those Who Remain" Elle 1/6 scale female figure specially features: Detailed Hand painted Head sculpt with sculpted neck, Special Obitsu Base body with over 30 points of articulation. She wears Red Graphic T-shirt with black long sleeve undershirt, Jeans and Shoes. She carries a Backpack, Handgun, Knife and Flashlight


Check out these ACI 1/6 scale Ancient Greek Hoplites 12-inch figures - simply AWESOME!

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Hoplites were citizen-soldiers of Ancient Greek city-states who were primarily armed with spears and shields. Their main tactic was the phalanx formation. They were primarily free citizens—propertied farmers and artisans—who were able to afford the bronze armor suit and weapons (estimated at a third to a half of its able-bodied adult male population). Hoplites generally received basic military training.

The most famous of the Greek hoplites were the Spartans. In 690 BC, the Spartan army adopted a military innovation known as the phalanx formation. This new tactic proved successful during the Battle of Marathon in 490 BC and the Battle of Plataea in 479 BC, when the Greeks defeated the Persians. The Persian archers and light troops who fought in the Battle of Marathon failed, in part, because their bows were too weak for their arrows to penetrate the Greek shields and armor, and their own armor and shields could not stand up to the longer spears and swords of the Greeks.

ACI Toys ACI-17B 1/6 scale Ancient Greek Hoplite 12-inch figure
Each hoplite provided his own equipment. Thus, only those who could afford such weaponry fought as hoplites; as with the Roman Republican army it was the middle classes who formed the bulk of the infantry. Equipment was not standardised, although there were doubtless trends in general designs over time, and between city-states. Hoplites had customized armour, the shield was decorated with family or clan emblems, although in later years these were replaced by symbols or monograms of the city states. The equipment might well be passed down in families, since it would have been expensive to manufacture.

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The Hoplite army consisted of heavily armored infantrymen. Their armour, also called panoply, was made of full bronze, weighing nearly 32 kilograms (70 lb). The richer upper-class hoplites typically had a bronze cuirass of either the bell or muscled variety, a bronze helmet with cheekplates, as well as greaves and other armour. Often the helmet was decorated with one, sometimes more horsehair crests, and/or bronze animal horns and ears. Helmets were often painted as well.


The main offensive weapon used was a 2.4–4.5-metre (7.9–14.8 ft) long and 2.5-centimetre (1 in) in diameter spear called a doru, or dory. It was held with the right hand, the other hand holding the hoplite's shield. Soldiers usually held their spears in an underhand position when approaching but once they came into close contact with their opponents, they were held in an overhand position ready to strike. The spearhead was usually a curved leaf shape, while the rear of the spear had a spike called a sauroter ("lizard-killer") which was used to stand the spear in the ground (hence the name).


The sauroter was also used as a secondary weapon if the main shaft snapped, or for the rear ranks to finish off fallen opponents as the phalanx advanced over them. In addition to being used as a secondary weapon, the sauroter also doubled to balance the spear, but not for throwing purposes.


Hoplites carried a large concave shield called an aspis (often referred to as a hoplon) made from wood and covered in bronze, measuring roughly 1 metre in diameter and weighing about 16 pounds. This large shield was made possible partly by its shape, which allowed it to be supported on the shoulder. The revolutionary part of the shield was, in fact, the grip. Known as an Argive grip, it placed the handle at the edge of the shield, and was supported by a leather fastening (for the forearm) at the centre. This allowed the hoplite soldier more mobility with the shield, as well as the ability to capitalize on its offensive capabilities and better support the Phalanx. It rested on a man's shoulders, stretching down the knees. These large shields were designed for pushing ahead and was the most essential equipment for the Hoplites.


ACI Toys ACI-17D 1/6 scale Ancient Greek Hoplites Spartan 12-inch figure. Form your ancient Greek Phalanx to fight your enemies warriors in 1/6 scale ! Form your 300 Sparta heroes to fight the Persian!


Sparta is the most famous city-state which had a unique position in ancient Greece. Contrary to other city states, the free citizens of Sparta served as hoplites their entire life, training and exercising also in peacetime, which gave Sparta a professional standing army. Although small, numbering no more than 1,500 to 2,000 men, divided into six mora or battalions, the Spartan army was feared for its discipline and ferocity. Military service was the primary duty of Spartan men, and Spartan society was organized around its army.


Hoplites also carried a sword, mostly a short sword called a xiphos, but later also longer and heavier types. The short sword was a secondary weapon, used if or when their spears were broken or lost, or if the phalanx broke rank. The xiphos usually had a blade around 60 centimetres (24 in) long, however those used by the Spartans were often only 30–45 centimetres long.


ACI Toys ACI-17C 1/6 scale Ancient Greek Hoplite 12-inch figure (Black Uniform version)


ACI Toys ACI-17A 1/6 scale Ancient Greek Hoplite 12-inch figure (Athenian)


Preview pictures of Sideshow Collectibles DC Universe 1/6 scale Superman 12-inch figure

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"Up, up, and away!"

At last, the most famous and enduring superhero from the DC Universe has landed! Sideshow Collectibles is proud to present the Superman Sixth Scale Figure.

Inspired by over 75 years of comic book legacy, Superman takes flight wearing his iconic costume, exquisitely tailored with unmistakable S-shield emblazoned across the chest, and a poseable fabric cape. Interchangeable hands and portrait expressions perfectly capture the good-natured and serious sides of the hero’s personality, as well as his powerful heat vision. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail on a fully articulated muscular body design, Superman is ready to protect the city of Metropolis, and fight the never-ending battle for truth and justice.


Capturing imagination, wonder, and nostalgia... now that sounds like a job for Superman!

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Sideshow Collectibles DC Universe 1/6 scale Superman 12-inch figure specially features: New fully articulated Superman body, Three detailed portraits: Heroic Portrait, Determined Portrait, Heat Vision Eyes Portrait. Body suit with 'S' logo, Briefs with sculpted belt, Free flowing cape, Posable cape, Sculpted boots. Right and left fists, Right and left flight hands, Right and left gesture hands, Right thumbs up hand. Printed figure support hex base, Base flight attachment. Sideshow Exclusive: Hand clutching detailed Metallo Head with articulated jaw.


Sideshow Exclusive: Hand clutching detailed Metallo Head with articulated jaw


Close-up details of 1/6 scale Metallo Head


Sideshow Collectibles Star Wars Savage Opress Sith Apprentice 22-inch Premium Format Figure

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"May I present... Savage Opress" - Asajj Ventress

Inspired by his appearances in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Sideshow Collectibles is proud to debut the Savage Opress Premium Format™ Figure.

Once an honorable Zabrak warrior, Savage Opress was molded into a bloodthirsty instrument of vengeance for Asajj Ventress, and trained as a secret Sith apprentice for Count Dooku; events which would ultimately set the long-lost brother of Darth Maul down a path of destruction felt throughout the entire galaxy.


Bearing the instantly recognizable ceremonial tattoos of his Nightbrother clan, Sideshow’s artisans have captured the monstrous assassin with stylized realism, fitted in hand-tailored fabric costume and intricately sculpted armor. Wielding his deadly double-bladed red sabrestaff, Savage Opress stands a towering 22” upon a glowing light-up themed base, fully prepared to annihilate all those who stands in his way.

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Displayed on his own or side-by-side with Darth Maul, the Savage Opress Premium Format™ Figure is an impressive addition to the Dark Side of any Star Wars collection.

Product size: 21.25" H (539.75mm) x 13.25" W (336.55mm) x 15.5" L (393.7mm)

Related posts:
December 30, 2007 – Star Wars Episode 1: Darth Maul by Sideshow Collectibles posted HERE
December 30, 2007 – Star Wars Episode 1: Darth Maul with Sith Speeder and probe droids (pictures HERE)
December 30, 2007 – Star Wars Episode 1: Darth Maul by Hasbro posted HERE

Incoming: Hot Toys MMS244 "The Amazing Spider-Man 2" 1/6th scale Spider-Man figure

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The amazing Spider-Man is swinging back onto the silver screen this season! It is great to be Spider-Man, but it also comes at a big price and Spider-Man will find his greatest battle is just about to begin!

In anticipation to The Amazing Spider-Man 2 hitting the theaters, Hot Toys is excited to introduce the new 1/6th scale Spider-Man Collectible Figure. The movie-accurate Spider-Man collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Spider-Man in the film. It features a newly developed Spider-Man suit, highly detailed accessories, and figure stand with flexible pillar for dynamic posing. A special edition that is available for selected markets will include an additional 1/6th scale plutonium canister and a specially designed Spider-Man artwork cover for dynamic figure stand.


Hot Toys MMS244 The Amazing Spider-Man 2: 1/6th scale Spider-Man Collectible Figure specially features: Authentic and detailed likeness of Spider-Man in The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Approximately 30 cm tall Body with 30 points of articulation. Six (6) pairs of interchangeable palms with grayish black cobweb pattern including: One (1) pair of fists, One (1) pair of relaxed palms, One (1) pair of palms for cobweb shooting, One (1) pair of palms for cobweb swinging, One (1) pair of open palms, One (1) pair of palms for holding megaphone.

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Costume : One (1) newly developed red and blue colored Spider-Man suit embossed with grayish black cobweb pattern and black spider emblem on chest, One (1) pair of red-color boots embossed with grayish black cobweb pattern, One (1) orange and green vest, One (1) blue and white striped scarf, One (1) light blue beanie


Accessories: Four (4) long narrow strips of cobweb including: Two (2) for imitating the swinging scene, Two (2) of cobweb shooting. One (1) blue and brown backpack, One (1) megaphone, Diamond-shaped dynamic figure stand with Spider-Man nameplate, the movie logo, Spider-Man emblem paper cover, and flexible pillar


Special Edition – Bonus Accessories (for selected markets only): One (1) 1/6th scale plutonium canister, One (1) additional specially designed Spider-Man artwork cover for dynamic figure stand

Release date: Q2-Q3, 2014

What?! No Andrew Garfield head sculpt? Had a close encounter with Andrew Garfield / Peter Parker recently in Singapore - check out my post HERE


Chick Alert! Original Effect OE Killer Instinct series 1/6 scale Righter 13-inch female figure

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Next up in Original Effect (OE) Killer Instinct series will be 1/6 scale Righter 13-inch tall female figure. I'm beginning to like this line, more than OE's Army Attractive series. Having already gotten Original Effect's first released Killer Instinct Sam female figure - see my reviews HERE, HERE and HERE, with comparison pictures HERE - this soon-to-be-released second Killer Instinct figure has also gotten my attention as well. I think it's because she's got that anime / manga vibe about her. Love the outfit :)


Original Effect OE Killer Instinct series 1/6 scale Righter 13-inch female figure will come with the following Items Listed: 1/6 scale Righter‘s head, 13-inch Reborn body, Corset, Dovetail collar, Armed belt, Chemical protective jacket, Uniform cloak, Anti-explosion T-sticks x 2, High boots, Hands with gloves.

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OE Killer Instinct Righter wears a gray, black and red sleeveless romper with a really futuristic gray, black and red "leather" jacket, black and red knee high boot-feet, and a gray and red cape / shawl. On her hips is a red harness system that holsters two Tonfas / T-Batons. This set has a real Sci-Fi vibe to it - like Captain Harlock meets Aeon Flux...


The OE body is generally the same size from the hips up as any other female body type - Triad, Cy Girl, FGC, HT etc - The legs are what make these OE bodies taller so the boots etc won't fit. So any female clothing hip up works just fine ;p

Coming Soon: POP TOYS X13 1/6 scale Loki Windbreaker Suit of Style Series (think Avengers)

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Fans of Tom Hiddleston's Loki rejoice :)

From Pop Toys comes this 1/6 scale Loki Windbreaker Suit of Style Series for 12-inch Tom Hiddleston Loki, the “Charming villain, evil gentry" of the Marvel films.


Dress in the suit made by ultra-thin woolen cloth fabric. Buttonholes 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 craftmanship of the shirts and ties is also improved, to ensure there is no need for players to do after treatment. POP TOYS will continue to pursue 1:6 action figure model's craftsmanship. We will bring more and better works in return for our players.

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When several pieces of clothing are worn together, the action figure looks bloated. Therefore, a kind of thin fabric is chosen to produce this suit, and the way of cutting has been improved.


POP TOYS X13 1/6 scale Loki Windbreaker Suit of Style Series Items List: Windbreaker, Suit, White shirt, Suit pants, Scarf, Leather shoes, Crabstick


Notice: 1/6 scale head and 12-inch body in the picture are not included.

This suit will look better when dressed with HOT TOYS TTM21 narrow shoulder men's body.

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Check out another LOKI outfit HERE

Preview Coo Model Iron Island Battle Royale 1/6 scale Sergeant Devil Johnny 12-inch armor figure

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Every 1/6 scale company seems to be trying for something new, something that they hope will click with collectors, something that stands out from the flood of 12-inch figures flowing into the market, begging for the collector's money pocket. Everyone seems to have enough of WWII figures, especially Germans (or am I wrong?) and since most companies don't want to run foul of the law in terms of copyright infringements, it's best to stay away from movie-related figures if one doesn't have the licensing rights, nor expect collectors to pay high prices for their products.

So what do you do if you are a 1/6 scale manufacturer jumping on the band wagon of 12-inch figures demanded by hungry and eager 1/6 scale collectors who are willing to fork out good money for stuff to add to their collection and feed their addiction? You think out of the box.


This is Coo Model's Iron Island Battle Royale NO:SK07 1/6 scale SERGEANT “DEVIL JOHNNY” 12-inch figure. Coo Model have already previewed and released two 1/6 scale "Iron Island" Jack-5 12-inch figures (check out the pictures HERE and HERE) and while I wasn't too keen on those robot figures, this latest figure by Coo Model seems to have caught my attention.

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Coo Model Iron Island Battle Royale 1/6 scale Sergeant Devil Johnny 12-inch armor figure will come with 1/6 scale Head sculpt, 12-inch figure Body, Long-sleeved T-shirt, Trousers, Leather jacket, Boots, hands x 4, Belt, Pouches x 4, Cannon, Bullet chain, Pistol, Laser Sword , Machine Helmet, Machine Breastplate, Machine Backpack, Machine Shoulder  Armor x 2, Machine Leggings, Machine shoes, Machine Gauntlets, Machine hands, Machine tailgate


This does remind me of the Zero Metal Defence Capsule (ZMDC) armor figures from way back. You can see the pictures HERE. Very similar concept even though they are at least a decade (10 years) apart!

Harry Harry quite contrary: Star Ace 1/6 scale Harry Potter figure will be 10.24 inches tall

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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (released in the United States, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and India as Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone) is a 2001 fantasy film directed by Chris Columbus and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. The story follows Harry Potter's first year at Hogwarts as he discovers that he is a famous wizard and begins his magical education. The film stars Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter, with Rupert Grint and Emma Watson as his best friends Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger.


STAR ACE 1/6 scale Harry Potter figure Product Description: Figure will be approximately 10.24″ inch tall Body with articulations with Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of harry potter in the Harry Potter Movie including Accurate facial expression with detailed skin texture. Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted. Five (5) pieces of interchangeable palms including: One (1) pair of open palms, One (1) right palm for holding WAND, One (1) right palm for holding broomstick, One (1) left palm for holding broomstick.

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Costume: One (1) white shirt, One (1) stripped tie, One (1) pair of black trouser, One (1) gryffindor knitted pattern sweater, One (1) gryffindor black gown, One (1) pair of socks


Accessories: One (1) pair of glasses, One (1) nimbus 2000 broomstick, One (1) philosppher’s stone, One (1) WAND, One (1) sorting hat, One (1) OWL (HEDWIG), One (1) golden snitch, One (1) pair of black shoes, Figure Stand


April Haul – Roman Legionary, SAS (1987-2000), Belet head, Street Fighter and Sweeney Todd

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These are my April haul so far: Hot Toys Sweeney Todd 1/6 scale collectible figure, ACI Total Rome 1/6 scale Roman Legionary, MC Toys SAS (Special Air Service) CRW (Counter Revolutionary Warfare) circa 1987 - 2000 12-inch figure, Playmobil Western 5248 Covered Wagon with Raiders set, Belet 005 1/6 scale Jason Statham head sculpt and Udon Entertainment SF20: The Art of Street Fighter book.


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I missed this Hot Toys Sweeney Todd "The demon barber of Fleet Street" 1/6 scale collectible figure the first time but was glad to be able to find 12-inch Johnny Depp as Sweeney Todd still available and at a discounted price which makes the deal even sweeter :) To see the preview pictures, check out my earlier toy blog post HERE. I'm a big fan of Johnny Depp and also have Hot Toys MMS-82 Movie Masterpiece Series 1/6 scale fully poseable action figure of Johnny Depp as Edward Scissorhands from the movie of the same name. Check out my full review HERE.


ACI Total Rome 1/6 scale Roman Legionary / Optio 12-inch figure. You can check out the preview pictures HERE. An optio was a soldier in the Roman army who held a position similar to that of an executive officer in modern armies. The optio seems to have held a rank roughly equivalent to that of a modern lieutenant, reflective of his status as the second in command of the century in which he served. The main function of an optio was as an optio centuriae, the second-in-command of a century, although there were many other positions an optio could hold.


MC (Magic Cube) Toys M-035 1/6 scale SAS CRW (1987-2000) 12-inch action figure. One of the first few 12-inch figures I ever owned is the vintage Action Man SAS Action Figure from way back and it was the push I needed to jump onto the 1/6 scale bandwagon so the SAS holds a special place in my heart :) Check out my vintage Action Man SAS post HERE.


Belet 005 1/6 scale Jason Statham head sculpt. Fan of the man / actor and have already kitbashed a few versions of him - 1:6 scale Jason Statham as Frank Martin in "Transporter 3" posted HERE, Jason Statham in Rogue Assassin (pictures HERE), Jason Statham as Lee Christmas – Art Figures 1/6 Soldiers of Fortune 12-inch figure reviewed HERE.


Playmobil Western 5248 Covered Wagon with Raiders set to go with the Playmobil 5245 Western: Fort Brave (recently posted on my toy blog HERE and HERE)


Last but not least, Udon Entertainment SF20: The Art of Street Fighter book. It's a visual treat :) A most complete collection of official Street Fighter artwork ever! The book gathers over 1,500 illustrations created by Capcom's top artists over 20 years. Paintings, sketches of character design, promotional artwork and never-before-seen / published pieces of Street Fighter art.


Hours of FUN about to happen right here!

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