Matty Collector Watchmen Figures, Discussion and Pics.
Matty Collector Watchmen Figures, Discussion and Pics.
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Action Figure ChatterJust went ahead and bit the bullet on the first figure in the new Matty Collector Watchmen line. $37.26 after tax and the cheapest shipping. Hopefully it's worth it. Going to be a bit pricey to get all six figures. I haven't started collecting DCUC yet and I don't collect MotU, so this will be my first Mattel figure. I recently picked up their flight stands and I like the build to them. Not the best for posing, but very sturdy. The Watchmen figures look good in the few videos I've seen posted and I think the packaging looks great.
I did not buy the sub and just waited to see if there would be any made available to the public. I do plan on picking up each figure and will resort to eBay or the community if I miss a figure. Not sure what the real reason to pay for a sub is, except the fact I am guaranteed a figure and early access? There should either be a discount or some type of exclusive figure/base/background pieces for sub members. I would have picked one up if it came with a build-able street corner and a non articulated kid reading a comic and a newspaper vendor. Hell for that, I would have purchased two.
Also, anyone know of a good site to help me get started on my DCUC collecting? I'm looking for a site like MarvelLegends.net that lists each series and has detailed pics. Makes it easier to cherry pick what I'm after. Thanks in advance
I wonder how Alan Moore Feels about these figures?
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Outside of the different shades of blue, I really like the figure. The mouth sculpt/chin is odd because it is a little crooked. Overall I think the figure has a nice clean and simple look to it.
I can't wait to see the Ozymandias sculpt. I'm not sure how I feel about the Silk Spectre. I don't have any Mattel female figures, so I have nothing to go off of. I'm diggin' the Nite Owl. Has some issues, but I think it will be nice in hand.
Have you heard anything about what possible subs will be offered for next year? If not, when do they typically release that info? I'm new that the whole thing. Is there any advantage to having a sub outside of early access and a guaranteed figure?
I have a club infinite earts subscription and because I do my figures are 2$ cheaper then on release date. I don't know if the same is true for the watchmen sup. We don't learn about next years subs until SDCC. I think Dr. M should come with an interchangable crotch so I could make him nude!!!
I can't wait to see the Ozymandias sculpt. I'm not sure how I feel about the Silk Spectre. I don't have any Mattel female figures, so I have nothing to go off of. I'm diggin' the Nite Owl. Has some issues, but I think it will be nice in hand.
Have you heard anything about what possible subs will be offered for next year? If not, when do they typically release that info? I'm new that the whole thing. Is there any advantage to having a sub outside of early access and a guaranteed figure?
Packaging is very nice. Helps to justify price. Also has a oversized Bio/Trading Card that I left taped inside the package. I'd like to be able to find the room to display all six of the boxes.
The figure is very clean and looks nice. The pin stripes and shoes/coat are very impressive. The coat and shoes look very good in person. Nice job on shading. The base is sleek. I do have a few issues. The figure is limited when it comes to posing. The gun is way too big. My super nerd complaint is that the bottom of the shoes don't have any details. It would have been a nice nod to the comics if there were wear holes in the bottom of the shoes. I remember when Rorschach is arrested in the graphic novel, there is a panel showing holes in his socks and shoes. But that's a super nerd complaint. Also, the head does not move up and down and makes the face look very flat. It would have been cool if the hands could be put into the pockets of the jacket or if it came with an alternate head or a diary. I'd even settle for sugar cubes
Size comparison with the only other DCUC figure I have, New 52 Batman Unlimited. I like that figure also. I guess these two figures have gotten me into collecting DCUC.
Just to show how oversized the gas powered grappling gun is. The thing is the same size as the version used in the movie bust next to it.
I also don't like that he can't look up. Biggest reason why his face looks smashed.
I'm impressed and I recommended him. Better in person than in pics. The packaging is dope. I will be posting some pics and thoughts this weekend. I'm more excited about the rest of the line now.
I think the Nite Owl will be another one that will sell out quick. Such a dope looking sculpt. I'm sure the Comedian will be pretty popular too. I wonder if it's possible these would see a re-issue or box set? Maybe that question has already been asked or answered?
Okay, lets say a comic store bought a couple Rorschachs online and sold them in stores for $40, I guess that would be possible...
In order to purchase Rorschach and Dr. Manhatten, does one have to be a member of a certain club, and if so, how does one become apart???