Pre-order First Hellboy 12-inch Statue by Mondo - Created by Mike Mignola way back in 1991

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In 1991, comic artist and writer Mike Mignola created a black and white illustration at a comic convention of a demon character that bore the name "Hellboy" on his belt. This was the genesis of the filed-homed fighter of the supernatural known and loved today.

The First Hellboy Statue by Mondo brings the original concept to life, showcasing all the strange and fun details of the original drawing. In addition to all the sculpted details, original Hellboy colorist Dave Stewart was enlisted to design the color scheme for the piece. Now is a Hell of a time to bring this piece of comic history home!

The demon itself bears virtually no resemblance to Hellboy, and Mignola had no intention of doing anything serious with the concept, but later decided he liked the name. Mignola became interested in doing a creator-owned comic, as he felt it made more sense to create his own characters for the stories he wanted to tell, rather than trying to shoehorn existing characters into these stories.

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Comparison pictures of Hot Toys 1:6 Batman figures - Dark Knight, Arkham, 1966, 1989 etc

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Having reviewed and posted lots of pictures of the latest Hot Toys released VGM18 (Video Game Masterpiece Series) "Batman: Arkham City" 1/6th scale Batman Collectible Figure on my toy blog HERE and HERE, I was curious to know just how big and how tall this Arkham City Batman is compared to the other 1/6th scale Batman figures that have been released. Well, this post will answer that by comparing Hot Toys Arkham Batman alongside some of the other Batman figures Hot Toys has released, as well as a side-to-side comparison with some other 1:6 scale Batman figures released by other manufacturers. It may not be as comprehensive as it gets but it's a good start. It's all to do with the height and size.

The first picture above shown has Hot Toys Arkham City Batman figure standing behind Tim Burton's 1989 Michael Keaton Batman and Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Christian Bale Batman. All 1:6 scale figures are by Hot Toys but not all of them are 12 inches tall. Arkham City Batman is the tallest and biggest of them all (In the game, he's 6 feet 2 inches of bulking muscles) so he really stands out here. Not sure if that's a good thing in real life because that would make Bruce Wayne too prominent in terms of size and height and would certainly stand out from among the crowd. One wouldn't have to be a detective to discover who the man behind the Batman mask is since Bruce and Bats would be of the same height and size in a city filled with normal people who wouldn't all be 6 feet 2 inches tall.

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Hot Toys VGM "Batman: Arkham City" 1/6th scale Batman 12-inch Collectible Action Figure Review II

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The Batsuit (or Bat-Suit) is Batman's costume and is essential in making him who he is. Though the suit has been drawn many different ways by different artists in the comic books and then re-interpreted and re-designed for the big screen, the stories themselves have described Batman as modifying the details of his costume from time to time. The Batsuit is most often depicted as consisting of: matching black (or blue) scalloped cape, bat-like cowl, gloves with a series of scalloped, fin-like protuberances, boots, and outerwear briefs; a utility belt; and a skintight gray body suit (with a stylized, black bat insignia emblazoned on the chest—either without, or within, a bright-yellow ellipse).

Batman wears this costume both to conceal his identity, and to frighten criminals. Most versions of the Batsuit incorporate some form of body armor, and often night-vision, gas filters, and other aids to combat effectiveness or protection. All versions of the costume incorporate a utility belt containing a variety of technological, mechanical, and crime-fighting gadgets.

In the Video games Batman: Arkham Asylum and its subsequent sequel Arkham City the batsuit appears more akin to that of the cloth versions often seen in the comics. But underneath the aesthetic layer was a series of armor to protect against ballistic damage. Throughout the course of the games the suit takes on more and more progressive damage. The mask contains a "Detective Mode" visor to allow Batman to investigate crime scenes, collect data, navigate and locate signals. The gauntlets contain not only Batman's signature spiked blades but also a hardened mini computer and remote for his vehicles. His cape is similar to the one in the Nolanverse films which permits him to glide across vast distances. His utility belt contains an array of gadgets some of which he either builds and accumulates over the course of the games.

This is my second part review of the recently released Hot Toys VGM18 (Video Game Masterpiece Series) "Batman: Arkham City" 1/6th scale Batman Collectible Figure - see my June haul posted on my toy blog HERE. The collectible figure is specially crafted based on the image of Batman from the game featuring a newly developed masked head sculpt with 2 interchangeable lower faces, newly sculpted muscular body and Batsuit, and detailed weapons.

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Check out the upcoming NECA Quarter Scale Batman: Arkham Knight 18-inch tall action figure

Batman: Arkham Knight is an upcoming action-adventure video game being developed by Rocksteady Studios and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One video game consoles, and Microsoft Windows. Based on the DC Comics superhero Batman, it is the successor to Warner Bros. Games Montréal's 2013 video game Batman: Arkham Origins, and the fourth main installment in the Batman: Arkham series. Arkham Knight is expected to be released worldwide on June 23, 2015.

Arkham Knight features Batman, a superhero trained to the peak of human physical and mental perfection and an expert in martial arts. Batman's armor was redesigned to match that of the Batmobile to make them appear visually similar—featuring the same shapes and material textures—and appear functionally compatible with the high-speed methods in which the character enters and exits the vehicle. The design also added armor over Batman's shoulders, covering the previously exposed cape, to make it appear more feasible that it could hold Batman's weight without failing during gliding.

Over the past several months NECA has been teasing the Batman: Arkham Knight 18-inch figure, but this is the first time that we see the highly detailed 1/4 scale figure and it looks pretty good. This figure is scheduled to start shipping in July, for an SRP of $125.99.

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Threezero Mass Effect 3 1/6th scale Legion collectible figure full reveal & pre-order info

“Organics fear us. We wish to understand, not incite.”

Legion is a unique geth mobile platform, designed to operate outside the Perseus Veil and interact with organics. To that purpose, it houses 1,183 geth programs, as opposed to the roughly one hundred found in other platforms, enabling it to operate independently and speak. In order to facilitate communication with organics, Legion possesses several panels on its "head" that move to simulate facial expressions. These flaps serve the same purpose as eyebrows in organics, raising to imply surprise or interest and folding forward (much like the furrowing of the brow) to show concentration.

Next figure in Threezero's 1/6th scale Mass Effect 3 collectible figure line is Legion! Legion will be offered for pre-order at threezerostore.com for a limited time beginning on June 22nd 9:00AM Hong Kong. Threezerostore Exclusive version will be coming with M98 Widow in addition to Geth Pulse Rifle. Legion price at threezerostore.com is 190USD / 1480HKD with worldwide shipping included in the price.

Threezero Mass Effect 3 1/6th scale Legion collectible figure details: figure stands 13 inches (33cm) tall; fully articulated as seen in Mass Effect 3 game; highly detailed, soft PVC skin wrap on the limbs; collectible comes with following exchangeable hands: one pair of relaxed palms and one pair of hands for holding weapons; meticulous attention to details, including mechanical parts with a realistic paint application; eyes & chest are equipped with light-up feature; collectible comes with highly detailed weapons, including the Geth Pulse Rifle and M98 Widow (threezerostore exclusive); AG1 X 3 button cell batteries needed for light up feature (batteries not included).

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Pre-Order ThreeA Toys Metal Gear Solid Metal Gear Ray Half-Size Edition Collectible Figure

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Metal Gear RAY was an amphibious model of Metal Gear initially designed to hunt down Metal Gear REX derivatives. Although the model technically lacked the ability to launch nukes, it was considered a Metal Gear because of it being designed to counter REX derivatives, which did possess the ability to launch nukes, which nonetheless fell under the pretenses of nuclear strategy.

Sideshow Collectibles and ThreeA Toys are excited to present the Metal Gear RAY Half-Size Edition collectible figure. Ready to battle with its nemesis, the Metal Gear Rex, the half-size Metal Gear Ray features all the articulation and detail of its larger counterpart, and its wingspan measures an impressive 17.7 inches! This collectible includes a game-accurate detailed design, a cockpit that opens, LED illumination and an articulated stand and base.

Product size: 8.6" H (218.44mm) x 9.76" W (247.9mm)
Wing span: 17.7" H (449.58mm)

Metal Gear Ray Half-Size Edition features: Officially licensed by Konami, Game-accurate detailed design, Opening cockpit, Fully articulated legs, wings and neck; LED illuminated cockpit, Articulated stand and base. 3 AG1 batteries required (not included)

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Preview Kotobukiya SDCC Limited Edition 1/10th scale Deadpool “Chimichanga” ARTFX+ figure

One of the most popular comic book Super Heroes in the business is back in a variation of his red and black costume, Deadpool! Formerly a member of the Weapon X program, the “Merc with a Mouth” is a longtime assassin for hire and independent agent who’s worked alongside just about every superhero and villain from the Avengers to X-Men and everything in between. Now the fourth wall-breaker invades your house, and this time he’s brought a chimichanga!

Created in 1991 by Fabian Nicieza and Rob Liefeld, Deadpool has never looked back and continues to appear in more and more books with his unique style and nonstop witty repartee, not to mention his trademark costume and extensive armory!

Wilson makes a stunning debut in the ARTFX+ series as he crouches in preparation for the attack, drawing one of his swords from the sheaths on his back. This time Deadpool wears his iconic red and black costume with its abundance of straps, pouches, extra ammunition, spare weapons, pointy hood with his mask peeled back just enough to eat a chimichanga and display his scarred features, and of course his cute Deadpool logo belt buckle. In his low crouch the assassin leans forward with his other hand extended in front of him, and you can choose between interchangeable left hands that hold either a chimichanga or Headpool!

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Check out ThreeA next release: 1/6th scale The Last Tomorrow King and The Archer 12" figure

SWORN TO PROTECT THE LAST OF THEIR KIND
Designed by Ashley Wood

According to threeA wiki: Tomorrow Kings are male clones, from the Popbot Universe who were created by Luthor Bean Jr. originally used for corporate takeovers. These "Elvis ronin" were created to slay all monsters & ghouls with Luthor Bean Sr.'s Ion Engine that escaped Earth. They are also used to fight the Mortis.

ThreeA's next release will be the Last Tomorrow King and The Archer 12-inch (30.48cm) figure which will feature Hand Tailored Clothing. Set Includes: The Last Tomorrow King, Bow, Quiver, Arrows, Grenades and Sword. USD $160 Price Includes Free Worldwide Shipping

This time we even get to see some of Ashley Wood's awesome artwork!

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Review 1: Hot Toys VGM "Batman: Arkham City" 1/6th scale Batman 12" Collectible Action Figure

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Batman: Arkham City is a 2011 action-adventure video game developed by Rocksteady Studios and released by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. Based on the DC Comics superhero Batman, it is the sequel to the 2009 video game Batman: Arkham Asylum and the second installment in the Batman: Arkham series.

Batman: Arkham City is based on the franchise's long-running comic book mythos. In the game's main storyline, Batman is incarcerated in Arkham City, a huge new super-prison enclosing the decaying urban slums of fictional Gotham City. He must uncover the secret behind the sinister scheme, "Protocol 10", orchestrated by the facility's warden, Hugo Strange. The game's leading characters are predominantly voiced by actors from the DC Animated Universe, with Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill reprising their roles as Batman and the Joker, respectively. The game is presented from the third-person perspective with a primary focus on Batman's combat and stealth abilities, detective skills, and gadgets that can be used in both combat and exploration. Arkham City expands Batman's arsenal of gadgets and combat attacks and offers a more open world structure, allowing the player to complete side missions away from the primary storyline.

This is the recently released Hot Toys VGM18 (Video Game Masterpiece Series) "Batman: Arkham City" 1/6th scale Batman Collectible Figure - see my June haul HERE. The collectible figure is specially crafted based on the image of Batman from the game featuring a newly developed masked head sculpt with 2 interchangeable lower faces, newly sculpted muscular body and Batsuit, and detailed weapons.

Although not based on any particular actor under the cowl, Arkham City Batman still looks very life-like and real, especially with the detailed skin texture and facial expression. The batsuit appears more akin to that of the cloth versions often seen in the comics. But underneath the aesthetic layer was a series of armor to protect against ballistic damage. In this case, Hot Toys chose to fit Batman with a suit made of soft rubber.

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Kotobukiya DC Comics Batman: Arkham Knight 1/10th scale Arkham Knight ARTFX+ Statue

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Batman returns to Kotobukiya’s hit ARTFX+ lineup of superheroes and villains based on DC Comics characters with all new statues based on Batman: Arkham Knight, the fourth installment in the Batman: Arkham series. Opposing the Caped Crusader on screen and on your shelf is a brand new character with an awesome look, the Arkham Knight!

A mysterious combatant who hates Batman and wants to see him suffer, the Knight wears a unique costume with a camouflaged bodysuit, armored extremities, a low-slung utility belt, the Arkham “A” symbol on his chest, and of course a seemingly Batman-inspired helmet with pointed “ears.” Sculpted by M.I.C. and standing in 1/10th scale, the mystery man barrels forward toward his sworn enemy, one arm up to bash through any resistance and the other holding out a pistol at the ready!

A first for the ARTFX+ series, the Arkham Knight comes with a new modular base system that lets you customize your display with a wide range of options; you can have the villain rushing over rooftops, breaking through a wall, or tackling the hero!

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Kotobukiya DC Comics Batman: Arkham Knight 1/10th Batman ARTFX+ Statue with diorama

The Dark Knight returns to Kotobukiya’s hit ARTFX+ lineup of superheroes and villains based on DC Comics characters, this time with Batman in his new armored costume from the Batman: Arkham Knight game. The 2015 installment is the fourth in the Batman: Arkham series and takes the Caped Crusader to a whole new level with a heavily armored look fully realized in this highly detailed 1/10th presentation.

Batman relentlessly hunts for the criminals attacking Gotham City (led by Scarecrow and the Arkham Knight), and to do that must break down a few doors. Sculpted 1/10th scale by M.I.C., Dark Knight is captured in mid-leap as he flies through the air in a dynamic pose that’s sure to catch any collector’s eye! Every detail of his new armor is complete down to the heavy plating, segmented joints, the tread on his boots, the weight of his new cape, and of course Batman’s traditional scowl under his pointed cowl.

A first for the ARTFX+ series, Batman comes with a new modular base system that lets you customize your display with a wide range of options; display Batman breaking through a wall, vaulting over rubble, or in the middle of delivering a flying side kick!

With multiple square and rectangular pieces plus a broken window, metal grate, and joint parts this set is all about building your own diorama base. Even better, you can really craft your own unique display by combining Batman’s architectural elements with those of his arch-rival the Arkham Knight (sold separately - see NEXT post) and show off the two fighting in a rich and complex Gotham City environment!

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Pre-order Star Ace Toys Ltd 1/6th Gary Oldman as Sirius Black (Prisoner Version) 12-inch Figure

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"I did my waiting! Twelve years of it! In Azkaban!"

Sideshow Collectibles and Star Ace Toys are thrilled to announce the Sirius Black (Prisoner Version) Sixth Scale Collectible Figure. This movie-accurate collectible figure shows a fully realized authentic likeness of Gary Oldman as Sirius Black in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. A member of the Marauders, Sirius was framed for the murder of twelve Muggles and the apparent murder of Peter Pettigrew; he was sent to Azkaban, only to become the first known person to escape the prison. The figure comes with Sirius Black's wand, prisoner's tag, handcuffs and detailed costume.

Star Ace Toys Ltd Sirius Black (Prisoner Version) Sixth Scale Collectible Figure features: 1/6th scale body approximately 30 cm tall with 30 points of articulation; Fully realized authentic likeness of Sirius Black in the movie Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban with Accurate facial expression and detailed skin texture; Each head sculpt is specially hand-painted. Three (3) interchangeable hands including: one (1) pair of open hands, one (1) hand for holding wand. Body with detailed tattoos

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Bandai Star Wars Movie Realization 7-inch tall Ashigaru Stormtrooper action figure Review II

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More pictures taken of this awesome Bandai Star Wars Movie Realization 7-inch tall Ashigaru Stormtrooper action figure, now seen with both his sword and Tanegashima (Japanese matchlock), designed to look like the BlasTech E-11 blaster rifle which is the standard rifle carried by the Imperial Stormtroopers in the Star Wars films (episodes IV to VI). Everything about this figure is well thought out and cleverly interpreted , redesigned to look like a foot soldier (Ashigaru) employed by the samurai class of feudal Japan.

The Star Wars Stormtroopers have been getting more attention lately, especially since the newer ones will be coming out in the latest instalment of the Star Wars franchise, Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens which will be released in December this year. Hot Toys has released their 1:6 scale version of the Stormtroopers (best 12-inch version by far IMHO) with more variations to come. Square Enix will also be releasing a Play Arts Kai Star Wars Variant 1:7 scale Stormtrooper action figure (previewed on my toy blog HERE) and then there's this Bandai Star Wars Movie Realization 7-inch tall Ashigaru Stormtrooper action figure which I really dig :)

Considering the fact that early drafts of the artwork and film script for Star Wars actually have swordplay as being fairly common, with laser swords carried by nearly every character, this Ashigaru Stormtrooper having a sword doesn't seem that far fetched at all. If one was to drop one of these troopers into the midst of a battle in the past that is feudal Japan, he might just fit right in. That's how authentic he looks. Did you know that early in the production of the original Star Wars film, George Lucas considered doing the whole film in Japanese with subtitles. The Japanese influences found in Star Wars are just too many to list.

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1:6 scale Sir Christopher Lee as Count Dooku / Darth Tyranus in Star Wars - Rest In Peace

Sir Christopher Lee, the veteran actor and star of many of the world's biggest film franchises, has died aged 93. With a career spanning nearly 70 years, Lee initially portrayed villains and became best known for his role as Count Dracula in a sequence of Hammer Horror films. His other film roles include Francisco Scaramanga in the James Bond film The Man with the Golden Gun (1974), Saruman in The Lord of the Rings film trilogy (2001–2003) and The Hobbit film trilogy (2012–2014), and Count Dooku / Darth Tyranus in the final two films of the Star Wars prequel trilogy (2002 and 2005) and Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008).

This is the Hasbro released 1:6 scale Christopher Lee as Count Dooku / Darth Tyranus 12-inch figure from Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones. In the film, Lee is former Jedi Master who falls to the dark side of the Force and becomes Darth Sidious's second apprentice, the founder of the Confederacy of Independent Systems and the instigator of the Clone Wars. Lee did most of the swordplay himself, though a double was required for the long shots with more vigorous footwork.

Introduced in Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones, Darth Tyranus (Count Dooku) appears as the leader of the Confederacy of Independent Systems, a federation of planetary systems rebelling against the Galactic Republic due to his anger by its bureaucracy as well as the apparent unwillingness of the Jedi Council to aid oppressed galactic systems.

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Sentinel Tatsunoko Heroes Fighting Gear – "Casshan: Robot Hunter" Final Product Pictures

Casshan, also known in Japan as Neo-Human Casshern (新造人間キャシャーン Shinzō Ningen Kyashān), is an anime series created by Tatsunoko Productions in 1973, which was based on a serialization of Kodansha’s Terebi Magazine and Akita Shoten’s Boken Oh.

Tetsuya Azuma (東鉄也 Azuma Tetsuya), also known as Casshern, is an android with a human consciousness, also known as a neoroider (人造人間 Jinzō Ningen, lit. "artificial human"). Tetsuya turned himself into an android to hunt down and destroy the robots that have taken over the world. His body features a number of unique android functions, including superhuman speed, agility and strength, an opening and closing face mask, a golden crescent-shaped solar panel on his forehead and waist-mounted pulsar propellers that can also be used as weapons.

This is the Sentinel Tatsunoko Heroes Fighting Gear – "Casshan: Robot Hunter" 18cm tall action figure which will be released very soon. The figure seems to have quite an amazing range of articulation with light-up chest emblem and looks pretty awesome!

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Square Enix Play Arts KAI MGSV Venom Snake (Sneaking Suit version) 10" Collectible Figure

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Sideshow Collectibles and Square Enix are proud to present the Venom Snake (Sneaking Suit version) collectible figure from the latest release in the legendary Metal Gear Solid franchise, the highly anticipated Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain!

Joining the Play Arts KAI action figure line, this collectible figure features new joint structures that enable smooth articulation at the elbows and knees. The neck, ankles and shoulders have been created with a flexible resin to ensure a more natural look and a wider range of motion.

The Square Enix Play Arts KAI Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain Venom Snake (Sneaking Suit version) Collectible Figure features: Interchangeable hands, One (1) Knife, Two (2) Rifles, One (1) Pistol and figure display stand. The figure is scheduled to hit Japan in September 2015.

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Kotobukiya 1/10 scale Marvel Comics Marvel Now! Emma Frost ARTFX+ 7.5" female figure

Kotobukiya’s hit line of Marvel Comics’ Avengers ARTFX+ Statues paved the way for the next incredible comic-based series in this great scale, the X-Men of Marvel Now! In 2012 the comic book company relaunched several titles, shifting some characters into different books and updating some for a modern audience. More than anything, it provided a perfect jumping on point for new readers. Now the characters are brought to life as never before based on concept artwork by superstar artist Adi Granov, who was also responsible for the Avengers series. Following after team leader Cyclops is the White Queen herself, Emma Frost!

One of the most popular mutants ever, Emma is a powerful telepath who can also transform into a diamond form. Frost has had a 35 year history with the X-Men, starting out as their enemy and ending up one of their most passionate leaders.

Always preferring bold and sexy in her costume choices, the former White Queen stepped things up even further with her Marvel Now! appearance that’s captured in this dynamic presentation. The mutant stands with her feet apart for balance, pointing one hand toward you while the other is poised by her head to help focus her tremendous telepathic abilities.

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Check out the awesome Sen-ti-nel RE: EDIT Iron Man #04 War Machine 18.5cm tall action figure

War Machine (James Rupert "Rhodey" Rhodes) is a fictional character superhero appearing in comic books set in the Marvel Comics universe. The character of James Rhodes first appeared in Iron Man #118 (January 1979) by David Michelinie, John Byrne, and Bob Layton. The War Machine armor, which became his signature armored battlesuit, was designed by Len Kaminski and Kevin Hopgood. The character has been featured in the Iron Man animated series, the Iron Man: Armored Adventures series, and the animated film The Invincible Iron Man. He has been portrayed by Terrence Howard in the 2008 Iron Man film and Don Cheadle in Iron Man 2, Iron Man 3, Avengers: Age of Ultron and will be reprising the role in Captain America: Civil War.

This will be the fourth figure to be released from Sen-ti-nel's RE: EDIT IRON MAN series. This is the Marvel comic book version War Machine with heavy armor, rocket launcher and Shock wave transmitter arm. He looks more like a tank with the bulky build unlike the more sleek and stealth looking Iron Man. And he looks like he means business!

Sen-ti-nel RE: EDIT Iron Man #04 War Machine 18.5cm tall action figure will cost about USD180 and be made of ABS / ATBC-PVC / PA / POM / alloy materials. Comes with: War Machine figure, 1 pair of fists, 4 pairs of open hands in different poses, 1 pair of pulse cannons, 1 pair of dual missile pods, Hall of Armor (display base, hall of armor parts, 4 base connectors, metal prop, clip, anchor for metal prop), 2 test batteries (LR41). Release Date: October 2015

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Preview VTS Toys 1/6th Agent Hunter 12-inch figure (Tom Cruise as IMF agent Ethan Hunt)

Ethan Matthew Hunt is a fictional character and the protagonist of the Mission: Impossible film series. The Mission: Impossible films are a series of action spy films based on the television series of the same name, produced by and starring Tom Cruise as IMF agent Ethan Hunt. The Impossible Missions Force (IMF) team, was an unofficial branch of the CIA (Central Intelligence Agency) and implied to be a black operations division of the Agency.

The famous phrase / line from the series was: "Your mission, should you choose to accept it, involves (fill in the mission) and should any member of your team be caught or killed, the Secretary will disavow all knowledge of your actions. This message will self-destruct in five seconds." Cue theme music.

This is VTS Toys (VM-012) 1/6th scale Agent Hunter 12-inch figure (Tom Cruise as IMF agent Ethan Hunt) which will come with real like head sculpt, 12-inch action body, one (1) pair of hands, tactical gloved hands x 3. Costume / uniform consists of: black top / shirt, black jeans / pants, long sleeve tee, BDU belt, combat boots, tactical body armor / assault vest.

This is the second Tom Cruise character 12-inch figure to be previewed in less than a week. I had posted a Commander Jack Harper (Tom Cruise) figure on my toy blog recently - see the post HERE. Makes you wonder how many Tom Cruise figures are out there. I had managed to score a Medicom Toy RAH 1/6th scale "Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol" Ethan Hunt Collectible Figure in April (see my haul HERE) and I have quite a number of Tom Cruise related figures in my collection, so much so that I created a label titled "Tom Cruise".

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Review 1: Bandai Star Wars Movie Realization 7-inch tall Ashigaru Stormtrooper action figure

The original Stormtroopers (in German Sturmtruppen; the term "thrust troops", Stoßtruppe was also used) were specialist soldiers of the German Army in World War I. In the last years of the war, Stoßtruppe were trained to fight with "infiltration tactics", part of the Germans' new method of attack on enemy trenches. Men trained in these methods were known in Germany as Sturmmann (literally "storm man" but usually translated as "stormtrooper"), formed into companies of Sturmtruppe ("assault troops", more often and less exactly "storm troops"). The infiltration tactics of the stormtroopers are still in use today, in one form or another. Other armies have also used the term "assault troops", "shock troops" or fireteams for specialist soldiers who perform the infiltration tasks of stormtroopers.

Star Wars creator George Lucas created the Stormtroopers as the elite soldiers of the Galactic Empire. Like Imperial-class Star Destroyers and TIE fighters, stormtroopers served as ever present reminders of the absolute power of Emperor Palpatine. These faceless enforcers of the New Order were considered an extension of the Emperor's will, and thus they often used efficient yet usually unreasonable tactics as a way to keep thousands of star systems throughout the galaxy in line. At the height of the Empire, stormtroopers had effectively become symbols of major authority. With few exceptions, they were distinguished from all other military units by their signature white armor.

Ashigaru (足軽 lit. lightfeet) were foot-soldiers who were employed by the samurai class of feudal Japan. The first known reference to ashigaru was in the 1300s, but it was during the Ashikaga Shogunate-Muromachi period that the use of ashigaru became prevalent by various warring factions.

Based on the designers at Bandai Japan, this is what happens when you combine the Ashigaru of fuedal Japan with the Imperial Stormtroopers of the Star Wars galaxy. I just love the whole new look of this Bandai Star Wars Movie Realization 7-inch Ashigaru Stormtrooper action figure! Combining traditional samurai armor with the look of the sci-fi Stormtroopers makes for a whole new bada$$-looking re-imagined soldier. What's there not to love about these troopers!

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June 2015 Haul: ArkhamCity Batman, Avengers2 Captain America + Bandai Ashigaru Stormtrooper

May 2015 was a relatively quiet month as I didn't get anything LOL sure I pre-ordered some stuff but hauls are about receiving the physical goods and opening up the box. In the old days, pre-orders didn't exist and you have to wait for the toys to arrive at the shops and hopefully beat the queue and the crowd to get what you want. These days, pre-orders are necessary for you to reserve the figure you want so that you can be assured of the figure when it arrives. Otherwise, you might just miss the boat and end up paying secondary market prices. In the past, you would walk into the shop and pick up what you like when you are there but these days, you pick up what you like from the images posted on the world wide web, place your order and wait months before the figure arrives. Times certainly have changed. As you can tell, I was a very patient man for the whole month of May.

On the other hand, June is already looking up with some nice picks :) Nothing perks me up more than getting new goodies to play (um... I meant 'pose') with.

Hot Toys VGM "Batman: Arkham City" 1/6th scale Batman Collectible Action Figure arrived, along with Hot Toys "Avengers: Age of Ultron" 1/6th scale Captain America 12-inch Collectible Figure and Bandai Star Wars 7-inch tall Movie Realization Ashigaru Stormtrooper figure. Three of my favorite topics: Batman, Captain America and Star Wars – what more can I ask for? That answer is time! I need more time to appreciate all these that I have but unfortunately, time and tide waits for no man.

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Flirty Girl Collectibles FGCDX006 1/6th scale Lady Miss Female Figure from Devil May Cry 3

Devil May Cry (Japanese: デビル メイ クライ Hepburn: Debiru Mei Kurai) is a video game series developed by Capcom and created by Hideki Kamiya. Originally intended to be a sequel in Capcom's Resident Evil series, in development it became such a radical departure from the series' style that it was developed into a new property entirely. The series centers on the main character Dante's goal of avenging his mother's murder by exterminating demons.

Lady is a human demon hunter introduced in Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening. When she is first seen in Devil May Cry 3, she wears a schoolgirl outfit with a short white blouse that bares her midriff and sleeves that reach just past her elbows. The skirt appears to be made of protective plating and she has a utility belt to hold gun magazines, with dark shorts underneath. Connected to the belt is a harness for Kalina Ann which is her signature weapon. Kalina Ann is a customized missile launcher similar to a MANPADS. She also carries a CZ-75 pistol on the front of her skirt and a VZ.61 Scorpion sub-machine gun on the back, with a lever action bow gun of sorts strapped to her left thigh, and finally a pistol strapped to her right boot. She wears dark brown gloves and orange-brown knee high boots, with black socks under.

Flirty Girl Collectibles FGCDX006 1/6th scale Lady Miss Female Figure from Devil May Cry 3 will come with FB02-M 2.0 Female body with double joint elbows, Female rooted head sculpt, White crop suit jacket with shorts, Black undershirt top, Faux leather bust strap harness, Faux Leather Equipment belt with (6)drop-down ammo bags, Faux Leather leg straps (pair), Black leggings, Cowgirl sole boots, Grip hand set, Relaxed hand set, Dagger Grip hand set, Combat bazooka with removable Blade Axe, Silver Pistol, Art Box

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Check out Play Toy P007 1/6 Maintenance Technician 12" figure aka Oblivion's Jack Harper

Last November, Play Toy announced that they were coming out with a 12-inch figure set called Maintenance Technician - check out my toy blog post HERE. Anyone who had seen the 2013 film OBLIVION would have recognised it right away as the character Commander Jack Harper (Tom Cruise). At the time, there was feedback from collectors who saw the pictures that it had a couple things wrong with it - namely the poor detail of the rifle and the absence of dust goggles. After some time, many thought the set would never come to fruition. Play Toy has just re-released all new images this week, with an improved set. Rifle has more detail, and the goggles are there! Isn't it nice when manufacturers listen to feedback :)

Oblivion is a 2013 post-apocalyptic science fiction film based on Joseph Kosinski's unpublished graphic novel of the same name. The film was co-written, produced and directed by Kosinski. The film is set in the year 2077, sixty years after Earth has been devastated from the effects of an alien invasion. Most of humanity has left Earth for a massive tetrahedral space station (called Tet).

Tom Cruise stars as Commander Jack Harper, one of the few remaining humans on Earth assigned to protect and maintain drones that extract Earth's resources to fuel the Tet. With only a couple of weeks away from joining the rest of humanity, Jack discovers a crashed spacecraft that forces him to question everything he believes.

Play Toy P007 1/6th scale Maintenance Technician 12-inch figure aka Oblivion's Jack Harper will come with: Head Sculpt, Male Body, Goggles, Pants, Jacket, Boots, Belt, Rifle, Sling, Pistol, Holster, Hand Assortment

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Pre-order Star Ace Toys Harry Potter films 1/6th scale Alastor "Mad Eye" Moody 12-inch Figure

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"Alastor Moody. Ex-Auror, Ministry malcontent, and your new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher."

Alastor "Mad-Eye" Moody was a Scottish wizard of pure-blood descent, considered to be the most famous Auror of modern time. He was also a pivotal member of the Order of the Phoenix during the First and Second Wizarding Wars. Moody served with distinction during the first conflict, gaining a considerable reputation, as well as losing an eye, leg, and part of his nose while fighting the Dark Arts. As a result, Moody became overly-cautious and paranoid about his security.

Sideshow Collectibles and Star Ace Toys are pleased to announce the Alastor "Mad Eye" Moody Sixth Scale Figure. This movie-accurate collectible figure is crafted based on the image of Brendan Gleeson as Professor Moody in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Featuring a special moveable artificial eye and mechanical prosthetic leg.

Star Ace Toys Alastor "Mad-Eye" Moody Sixth Scale Collectible figure features: 1:6th scale body, approximately 30 cm tall with over 30 points of articulation; Fully realized authentic likeness of Mad-Eye Moody in the movie Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix with Accurate facial expression and detailed skin texture plus Moveable artificial eye; Each head sculpt is specially hand-painted. Three (3) interchangeable hands including: One (1) pair of open hands, One (1) hand for holding wand or staff

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Hot Toys Avengers: Age of Ultron 1/6th Wanda Maximoff aka Scarlet Witch collectible figure

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“I can show you what you truly fear!”

In Marvel’s Avengers: Age of Ultron, Wanda Maximoff a.k.a Scarlet Witch has undergone experiments by HYDRA to obtain superpowers in neuro-electric interfacing, telekinesis, mental manipulation and became a “secret weapon” of the evil organization. When HYDRA fell, she joined Ultron to get their revenge on Tony Stark, but eventually allied with the Avengers to help stop the artificial intelligence when they discovered Ultron's true intentions to wipe out mankind.

Today Hot Toys is pleased to officially introduce one of the new stars of Avengers: Age of Ultron – the 1/6th scale Scarlet Witch Collectible Figure!

The movie-accurate collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Elizabeth Olsen as Scarlet Witch in the film featuring a newly developed head sculpt with long curly brown real fabric hair, finely tailored costume, specially created hands with red translucent fingertips and effect accessories to emulate Scarlet Witch using her powers. Ultron’s heart which Scarlet Witch has taken from the robot’s body is also included as a special bonus accessory!

Spice up your Avengers: Age of Ultron collection with this new Avengers member!

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POP TOYS 1/6 scale Style Series X20 whole-box Benedict Cumberbatch Sherlock 12-inch figure

Sherlock is a British crime drama television series and a contemporary adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes detective stories. Created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss, it stars Benedict Cumberbatch as Sherlock Holmes and Martin Freeman as Doctor John Watson. Nine episodes have been produced, the first three of which were broadcast in 2010. Series two was broadcast in 2012, and a third series was broadcast in 2014. The third series has become the UK's most watched drama series since 2001.

POP TOYS 1/6 scale Style Series X20 whole-box Benedict Cumberbatch Sherlock 12-inch figure will come with Head sculpt, Body, Hand x 4, Coat, Wool Scarf, Western-style clothes, Trousers, Shirt, Tie, Leather shoes, Wooden Violin, Bowstring, skull

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ThreeZero 1/6th scale Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Raphael and Donatello collectible figures

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is a 2014 American 3D science fiction action comedy film based on the franchise of the same name. A reboot of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film series, the film is directed by Jonathan Liebesman, and stars Megan Fox, Alan Ritchson, Jeremy Howard, Johnny Knoxville, Pete Ploszek, Noel Fisher, Will Arnett, Tony Shalhoub, William Fichtner, Tohoru Masamune, Whoopi Goldberg and Minae Noji.

From ThreeZero:
After offering Leonardo and Michelangelo collectibles back in April, we been asked a lot about Raphael and Donatello and when they will be on sale. Today we can reveal all the details and show what we have been working on!

Raphael and Donatello collectible figures will be available for pre-order at www.threezerostore.com starting from June 8th 9:00AM Hong Kong time for 230USD / 1780HKD each with International shipping included in the price.

As part of the special threezerostore exclusive offer: We will have both Raphael and Donatello collectibles purchased together offered for a special combined price of 380USD/2950HKD with International shipping included in the price. We haven’t forgotten those who missed Leonardo and Michelangelo pre-order and will offer ALL FOUR Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael for 760USD / 5900HKD with International shipping included in the price.

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REDMAN TOYS RM006 1/6th scale The Good COWBOY aka Clint" Eastwood 12-inch figure

Clinton "Clint" Eastwood, Jr. (born May 31, 1930) is an American actor, film director, producer, musician, and politician. He rose to international fame with his role as the Man with No Name in Sergio Leone's Dollars trilogy of spaghetti Westerns during the 1960s, and as antihero cop Harry Callahan in the five Dirty Harry films throughout the 1970s and 1980s. These roles, among others, have made him an enduring cultural icon of masculinity.

This is REDMAN TOYS upcoming 1/6th scale Collectible Figure RM006 The Good COWBOY which is inspired most likely by Clint Eastwood's cowboy films. The figure will come with Head Sculpt with Panama Hat, Cigar, Black Scarf, Gray Special Style Coat, Blue Patterned Shirt, Brown Pants, Brown Leather Belt, Brown Embroidered Belt with Bullets and Holster, Cowboy Boots with Spurs, 1849 Navy Colt Revolver Rattler Grips, American Buffalo Tribute Henry Rifle, 12-inch Figure Body with Hand.

I've always wanted a 12-inch Clint Eastwood as Western cowboy figure. After all, he rose to international fame with his role as the Man with No Name in Sergio Leone's Dollars trilogy of spaghetti Westerns during the 1960s before becoming just as famous as antihero cop Harry Callahan in the five Dirty Harry films throughout the 1970s and 1980s. These roles, among others, have made him an enduring cultural icon of masculinity. I already have a 1:6 scale Clint Eastwood as Harry Callahan 12-inch figure released by Brother Production called Hard-boiled Harry posted on my toy blog HERE and HERE. It would be nice to act Wild West Clint to the collection.

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