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September 10, 2014
Real Picture Of The New Batmobile Revealed By Zack Snyder.
April 25, 2014
April 14, 2014
Hot Toys MMS200 Man of Steel review by Khai @ Kool Kollectibles
Hey all, it's Khai from Kool Kollectibles back for another review, this time for the Hot Toys MMS200 Man of Steel 1/6th scale figure.
When the reboot of Superman was announced, and pictures shown of the star Henry Cavill in the new suit, fans around the world were divided into those that craved for the past, and those that loved the vision of the future. For me before I saw the movie, I was certainly the former, where I disliked the suit and thought he didn't match the look of Superman at all.
But after seeing the movie, I was totally converted! I loved the movie, save for the last 15 minutes of the Superman/Zod climactic battle, which I thought was overblown and unnecessary. But pretty much everything up to that point had me hooked and sold - the history told in flashbacks, the new sharp and sassy Lois Lane, the relationship with his earth parents, Zod and his horde of Kryptonian rejects - I loved all of it! And I really felt that Henry Cavill made the role his, and was the perfect start to a new era of Superman.
My excitement was a little dimmed when Hot Toys first showed their prototype pictures of the Man of Steel figure. It was clear that something was wrong with the body, which looked very bloated and too "rotund" for Superman, especially compared to the buff form of Cavill in that suit. But as always, Hot Toys tweaked and fixed certains things from the prototype to the final released product, and for the most part, the new figure is pretty amazing! There are some quibbles though, which I'll go into below - so read on if you're interested in how this 200th MMS release from Hot Toys turned out.
BOX ART:
I was actually a little disappointed with the box art and packaging. The previous Christopher Reeve Superman figure came packaged in a gorgeous art box shaped like the S-symbol which remains one of their all time best box designs. Some other MMS releases feature a shoe box design with a large art/photo cardboard insert.
Unfortunately, the Man of Steel figure comes in a simple fold out design which you then have to open up to access the figure. It's simple enough, but just doesn't convey the class/style that I was hoping for in this major release.
When the reboot of Superman was announced, and pictures shown of the star Henry Cavill in the new suit, fans around the world were divided into those that craved for the past, and those that loved the vision of the future. For me before I saw the movie, I was certainly the former, where I disliked the suit and thought he didn't match the look of Superman at all.
But after seeing the movie, I was totally converted! I loved the movie, save for the last 15 minutes of the Superman/Zod climactic battle, which I thought was overblown and unnecessary. But pretty much everything up to that point had me hooked and sold - the history told in flashbacks, the new sharp and sassy Lois Lane, the relationship with his earth parents, Zod and his horde of Kryptonian rejects - I loved all of it! And I really felt that Henry Cavill made the role his, and was the perfect start to a new era of Superman.
My excitement was a little dimmed when Hot Toys first showed their prototype pictures of the Man of Steel figure. It was clear that something was wrong with the body, which looked very bloated and too "rotund" for Superman, especially compared to the buff form of Cavill in that suit. But as always, Hot Toys tweaked and fixed certains things from the prototype to the final released product, and for the most part, the new figure is pretty amazing! There are some quibbles though, which I'll go into below - so read on if you're interested in how this 200th MMS release from Hot Toys turned out.
BOX ART:
I was actually a little disappointed with the box art and packaging. The previous Christopher Reeve Superman figure came packaged in a gorgeous art box shaped like the S-symbol which remains one of their all time best box designs. Some other MMS releases feature a shoe box design with a large art/photo cardboard insert.
Unfortunately, the Man of Steel figure comes in a simple fold out design which you then have to open up to access the figure. It's simple enough, but just doesn't convey the class/style that I was hoping for in this major release.
February 15, 2014
September 20, 2013
The Death and Return of Superman. Simon Pegg, Elijah Wood & More...
If you haven't seen it, well worth a watch, it's a classic! And way better than the DC comic book : )
August 28, 2013
Kneel Before Zod! Superman - Man Of Steel DC General Zod Sixth Scale Figure (Hot Toys)
BUY THIS NOW: http://bit.ly/kneel4zod
So following from the recent Superman and Kal-el Hot Toys, we get Zod! The figure features;
- Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of Michael Shannon as General Zod in Man of Steel
- Head sculpt with realistic facial expression, detailed wrinkles, scar, and goatee
- Detailed hair sculpture
- One (1) newly sculpted interchangeable armored head
- Approximately 31 cm tall
- Body with over 30 points of articulation
August 23, 2013
Kotobukiya ArtFX+ New 52 Justice League Superman statue
Hi all, Khai from Kool Kollectibles here again, this time with a series of reviews on the Kotobukiya ArtFX+ New 52 Justice League statues - first up Superman! :)
The Kotobukiya ArtFX+ New 52 Justice League Superman statue I think captures a great mix of the classic, iconic look with the modern touches in fashion now. There was a lot of controversy over the New 52 costumes, but I think they look great. Of course it helps that the Kotobukiya statues have amazing paint apps that really make the costumes shine and stand out on display.
The head sculpt is quite good, with a more serious visage that I prefer to any of Superman smiling. The hair is sculpted nicely, and the facial paint app is quite good. Eyes are always difficult areas with lots of paint slop around the eyes and face, but Kotobukiya have done a nice job here.
The pose they've selected for the statue depicts strength and an inner purpose without being too over the top or dynamic. Pretty much perfect as the point figure in a Justice League group display.
The lines and patterns on the suit and boots accurately capture the New 52 look, and are done very precisely with no colour bleeding. The muscular sculpting is also done nicely, without the overlay buff look that can sometimes affect other anime characters. The iconic "S" on his chest is done very nicely, with a nice gold colour used too.
The statue looks great from pretty much all angles. If anything, the only thing that I could fault would be perhaps the overall body proportions in the legs. I actually find the legs are a little short, particularly when compared with the other males in the Justice League team here. It may be because the red belt is placed a little low on his hips causing an illusion of shorter legs, but I think it would've been slightly better raising the belt or making the legs a little longer or making the torso slightly shorter.
Still, even from behind the statue looks amazing. I really love the way they made the cape look, with a natural drape coming to a point in the middle. The symbol is painted on well and looks nice against the red.
The magnets in the feet work really well with the magnetic base to add some flexibility in placing the statue on the base. This works particularly well when posing the entire team together, where you can move the statues closer together or change their orientation slightly while still using all the bases lined up together.
With this statue, either up close or from a normal viewing distance, you'll be extremely happy with the quality. The metallic blue is a perfect hue, and you really could spend a lot of time just staring at it :) If some company was able to make an actual articulated figure with a similar paint app and a wide range of articulation joints that weren't too obvious, that would be amazing. But until then, I think this statue is a great representation of the New 52 Superman and will be a welcome addition to any collection!
Highly recommended! Check out the Kool Kollectibles youtube channel video review too below :)
June 19, 2013
TekSushi Podcast 06 - 10 Inches of Dead, Black, Steel. Plus Shield's, Taco's & Joes
Another Toy podcast as we discuss the below. Watch the video or download the MP3 version here: http://bit.ly/teksushi-006
- Man of steel movie thoughts? Too much alien?
- S.H.I.E.L.D Tv show https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10151385466123204
- Walking dead Funko http://www.dorksidetoys.com/funko-mystery-mini-vinyl-mini-figures/
- GI JOE Steelbook blu ray https://www.facebook.com/TekSushi/posts/477630408983568
- GI JOE Transformers SDCC exclusives
- Sideshow Cobra commander IS Darth Vader https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.475851605828115.1073741843.114866211926658&type=1
- GI JOE Snake eyes looks amazing-no one tempted to get in to this line? https://www.facebook.com/TekSushi/posts/476821272397815
- GI JOE Roadblock https://www.facebook.com/TekSushi/posts/468152173264725
- DorksideToys GI JOE update FSS & Basic joes-quick reviews, Hasbro Iron Man 3 updated figures, mostly kiddie : ( https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.411474185599191.98067.114866211926658&type=1
June 15, 2013
Man of Steel Hot Toys 1/6th Scale Superman Collectible is Now Available
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Man of Steel is one of the most anticipated blockbusters this summer. Directed by Zack Synder and produced by Christopher Nolan, Man of Steel will reboot the Superman franchise by giving audiences a new look at the origin of this iconic superhero and his journey to become the protector of Earth and its people.
Sideshow Collectibles is excited to announce that Hot Toys' 200th collectible figure from their acclaimed Movie Masterpiece Series will be Superman, one of the most well-known superheroes of all time.
The movie-accurate collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Henry Cavill as Superman in the movie, featuring a highly detailed head sculpt, finely designed costume with embossed pattern and iconic red cape.
Man of Steel is one of the most anticipated blockbusters this summer. Directed by Zack Synder and produced by Christopher Nolan, Man of Steel will reboot the Superman franchise by giving audiences a new look at the origin of this iconic superhero and his journey to become the protector of Earth and its people.
Sideshow Collectibles is excited to announce that Hot Toys' 200th collectible figure from their acclaimed Movie Masterpiece Series will be Superman, one of the most well-known superheroes of all time.
The movie-accurate collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Henry Cavill as Superman in the movie, featuring a highly detailed head sculpt, finely designed costume with embossed pattern and iconic red cape.
The Man of Steel: Superman Sixth Scale Figure features:
- Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of Superman in the movie
- Head sculpt featuring authentic likeness of Henry Cavill
- Realistic facial expression with detailed wrinkles and expression
- Detailed hair sculpture
- Approximately 31 cm tall
- Newly sculpted muscular body with over 30 points of articulation
- Four (4) pairs of interchangeable palms including:
- One (1) pair of relaxed palms
- One (1) pair of fists
- One (1) pair of open palms
- One (1) pair of holding palms
- Each piece of head sculpt is specially hand-painted
- One (1) Costume includes a one-piece blue costume with embossed pattern, Superman logo on chest and red cape
- One (1) pair of red boots
- One (1) Kryptonian Command Key
- Diamond shaped figure stand with Superman nameplate and movie logo
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January 31, 2013
LEGO 76002-1: Superman Metropolis Showdown
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The USA Today has revealed details of toys being made to tie-in with the new Superman movie 'Man Of Steel', which is out in June. Among them is LEGO set 76002, Superman Metropolis Showdown. It looks as if it comes with Superman and I think Black Adam. I like the minifigs but the set looks a little boring. I'm expecting this set to be $39 here in Australia. Tell us your thoughts on FACEBOOK
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January 17, 2013
Man Of Steel - Jor El Hot Toy?
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Some small spoilers in this article!!!! Stop reading if you don't want to know!
As many of you are a where, The new Superman movie The Man Of Steel is soon to hit theatres. In the new movie Russell Crowe plays Supermans dad, Jor El. Since we have seen the Hot Toys teaser pictures it has hotly been debated whether the purple/red cape was in fact Jor El's or the man of steel's. By the looks of things and the posts of all the guys who would know, it has been decided that it is Jor El. So this brings me to my question. Who would actually buy this? I love Hot Toys myself but not sure I would have him. Go to our FACEBOOK page and tell us.
What I do like is the fact that Hot Toys are looking at lesser characters to make. This is good personally as I feel it really rounds out a collection. A great example of this is the Avenger Hot Toys and the ability to get an Agent Coulson and the teased Bruce Banner. Bring on Alfred! Joking! Anyway stay tuned for some more Hot Toys love coming up as they soom to be revealing more each day. Also we will get back into the cool collectible and Toy stuff very soon.
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January 14, 2013
DC Comics Super Heroes, DC Heroes Little Mates Series 1
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Little Mates, mini DC Comics super-heroes, is a brand-new design in super-hero characters! These collectible figurines are contemporary, expressive manga-style plastic figures with a child-friendly interpretation of classic DC Comics characters. The figures have expressive facial sculpts, vibrant colors, and fun designs, and each comes with a mini-puzzle. Choose from Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Catwoman, the Joker, Green Lantern, the Flash, Martian Manhunter, Hawkwoman, and Harley Quinn. It has also been stated that they come in a box of 16 which means you may get duplicates and you may not get all of the mini mates mentioned above!
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January 8, 2013
Make This A Movie! DC Universe Online #1 Blur Cinematic Mini Movie
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Now we know this has been out for some time so chill, but it's so bloody epic, we we wanted to bring you the series of these videos in HD. We will be following up with an interview with the voice actors, a commentary on the making of this movie, and then the 2nd in the movie series directed by the animation superheroes themselves; Blur animation.
Let us know what you think of this amazing mini movieif you haven't seen it!
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BUY THIS NOW AMAZON.COM: http://bit.ly/DCUNIVERSEONLINE
BUY THIS NOW AMAZON UK&I: http://bit.ly/DCUNIVONLINE
Now we know this has been out for some time so chill, but it's so bloody epic, we we wanted to bring you the series of these videos in HD. We will be following up with an interview with the voice actors, a commentary on the making of this movie, and then the 2nd in the movie series directed by the animation superheroes themselves; Blur animation.
Let us know what you think of this amazing mini movieif you haven't seen it!
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January 7, 2013
December 24, 2012
Merry Christmas from TekSushi!
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MERRY CHRISTMAS from all of us here at Teksushi. Have a great day with friends and family and remember to share a thought for everyone you talk to today. Oh and don't forget to tell us on our facebook page about all of the awesome TOYS you got! I know I will and so will Fly! We do hope you all have a safe and happy Christmas where ever you are on this great planet of ours. So in the words of all our fave super heroes, a merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!
December 12, 2012
Man Of Steel #2 Trailer. Superman Flys In 13th June 2013
At last a little more of the story comes to life on what looks like an epic reboot of an old favourite in the new Superman movie Franchise, Man Of Steel. Sit back and relax and enjoy!
This still teases the hell out of us still, but just enough to tide us over. Certainly with Christoper Nolan and Zack Snyder behind this, we have to be in for a treat. Yet again Australia gets this movie among the very first on 13 June 2013, followed by the UK and USA on the 14th June. Let us know your thoughts below or on comments on our Facebook page.
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December 5, 2012
New Man Of Steel Movie Poster!
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Warner Bros. has released a great new poster for Zack Snyder's Man of Steel! It features Henry Cavill as Superman in handcuffs being escorted by some military personal. This looks like a dark film in the vain of the Batman Trilogy so I'm super excited to see it. Let us know on our face book page what you guys think.
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November 29, 2012
Where is the Justice?
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Following up on our reveal of the DC Unlimited wave 3 figures.Big Bad Toy Store has posted images of DC Unlimited Wave 3. Look for them in the 2nd quarter of 2013. Included are the following figures:
• Superman - "Injustice: Gods Among Us" Version • The Joker - "Injustice: Gods Among Us" Version (not pictured) • Darkseid - "New 52" Version • Aquaman - "New 52" Version Unfortunately I was hoping for better from Mattel, lets hope DC Collectibles also do Injustice figures in the 10" line.
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November 27, 2012
DC Injustice Gods among us very soon!
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Whilst there is no official announcement from Mattel, BigBadToyStore has put up pre-orders for the 3rd series of the DC Unlimited line.
No big surprises here – we’re going to be getting more of the New 52 designs with Aquaman and Darkseid (which we have been lucky enough to know about for some time) but the interesting news is the rumors of two figures from Injustice: Gods Among Us the video game in the form of Superman and the Joker.
The other figure we have heard about from Injustice is Batman from the Batman Unlimited line. To me this is some what strange to mix two different series into the one line. I wasn't big on the Arkham Asylum/city figures produced by Mattel and preferred the DC Collectibles versions a lot better.
In saying this I will be interested in seeing how these turn out as the New 52 figures were really good. Only time will tell but fingers crossed Mattel can produce the goods as Injustice will be an awesome game and should have the figures at the highest quality to follow.
October 19, 2012
Injustice. Gods Among Us. The DC Kick Ass Fighting Game...
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Injustice: Gods Among Us is a Fighting game that blends classic Arcade style gameplay mechanics with an intriguing storyline that pits classic DC Comics characters against each other in unique combinations (hero vs. hero, villain vs. villain, etc.). The game is developed by Nether Realm Studios, and Ed Boon, of Mortal Kombat fame. Players can expect over-the-top action that is suitable for players of most ages, and a single-player storyline that provides the background for the unique character match-ups possible. Addition features include: more than 20 DC Comics heroes and villains, a variety of different attack levels, unique attacks for each character, multiplayer support, and more.
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