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News – MOTUC Procrustus and Granamyr Delayed

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MOTUC Masters of the Universe Classics Procrustus Action Figure From MattelI just got word today that both the Masters of the Universe Classics Procustus and Granamyr figures are delayed. Both are set to go on sale this month, December 17th. They will still be on sale, but they will not ship until they’ve arrived in the warehouse. We already got some word that Gramanyr was delayed, but Procrustus being delayed was quite surprising. Anything ordered with Granamyr and Procrustus will also be delayed, so everything can ship at the same time.

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Review – Black Mask – DC Universe Signature Collection, Mattel

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DC Signature Collection Club Infinite Earths Black Mask 6" Action Figure Mattel Batman

One of the surprises from the DC Signature Collection online subscription is the inclusion of the classic Batman villain Black Mask. Before signing up, we knew we were getting Poison Ivy, but we had no idea we’d be getting another Batman Rogue in the first year, let alone Black Mask. The reaction to him was definitely somewhat split. Many fans loved the way he looked, while others were disappointed that we weren’t getting the original look for Black Mask in figure form. While it certainly would have been cool to get an alternate head for him of his original look, complete with the fedora and Tommy gun, I’m actually happy with the version they decided on. It’s definitely more well known and has gotten more exposure as the look for Black Mask, so it’s easy to see why they picked it. So now that he’s been released, join me as I take a closer look at the DC Signature Collection Black Mask action figure.

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Review – Poison Ivy – DC Universe Signature Collection, Mattel

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DC Signature Collection Club Infinite Earths Poison Ivy 6" Action Figure Mattel Batman

When Mattel first announced the DC: Club Infinite Earths online subscription program, the big incentive to get people to sign up for it was the promise of a DC Universe Classics Poison Ivy action figure. She was one of the most fan demanded figures in the entire line, and Mattel never did get to her, until the Club idea came up. I don’t know how responsible Poison Ivy was in getting it to happen, but the Club did get its minimum number of subscribers, and true to their word, Mattel released a Poison Ivy 6″ action figure this past October. Join me as I take a closer look at the DC Signature Collection Poison Ivy action figure and determine whether or not she’s worthy to join the rest of Batman’s Rogues Gallery.

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News – MOTUC Granamyr Packaging Revealed

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Masters of the Universe Classics MOTUC Granamyr Dragon In Package Front Rudy Obrero PaintingMattel just revealed boxed pictures of the upcoming MOTUC Granamyr on their Mattycollector Facebook page. The front of the package displays a new painting by long time Masters of the Universe artist Rudy Obrero. The figure will come painted in “Filmation Red”, as per the fan vote back at SDCC 2011. The back of the package features an all new bio for Granamyr. The figure will be disassembled inside the package, no doubt to make the box as small as possible to save on shipping, hence the lack of window display and the need for the awesome painting on the front. Granamyr will be released this December 17th on Mattycollector.com for $80. Check out the full sized packaged images after the jump!

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Ask Mattel – Answers for December 3rd, 2012

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Brandon Asks: When the C&C Nekron was released, it was indicated that you guys would work hard to find a way to release the Scythe, which didn’t cost out at the time. Is this still in the works or should DCUC fans be trying to get the DC Direct accessory or finding something workable elsewhere?

We’re always looking into way to release older items. Sometimes it takes months, other times years, but we do try!

 

 

Black Arbor asks: I don’t expect as diverse a character selection as DC Universe Classics at retail ever again, but will the Batman unlimited/ DC unlimited lines have a good selection of characters (both heroes and villains) and not just variations of main characters?
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News – DC Unlimited Series 03 Images From Mattel

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Mattel DC Unlimited Wave 3 - New 52 Aquaman, New 52 Darkseid, Injustice SupermanLast week I announced here that thanks to BigBadToyStore, we found what figures would be in series 03 of Mattel’s DC Unlimited toy line. For a recap, here are the characters appearing in series 03:

  • Aquaman (New 52)
  • Darkseid (New 52)
  • Superman (Injustice Video Game)
  • The Joker (Injustice Video Game)

Well now, thanks to Comic & Figure Addicts, we now have images of prototypes for three of the figures: Aquaman, Superman, and Darkseid. For some reason there are no pictures of what the Injustice Joker figure will look like, but stay tuned here for any updates on that. As of right now, DC Unlimited wave 03 is set to be released in the second quarter of 2013. Continue after the jump for the hi-res images. Images courtesy of Toy News International.

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Got Any Questions for Mattel?

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Mattel Mattycollector LogoIt’s that time again for Ask Mattel. If you’d like to ask Mattel a question about any of its brands, leave them as comments to this post. I’ll pick five out of the bunch to be answered on December 17th, 2012. All questions need to be submitted by 11:59 PM CST on November 30th, 2012.

DC Unlimited Series 03 Announced From Mattel

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DC Comics New 52 Justice LeagueWell Mattel didn’t officially announce it per se, but BigBadToyStore just put up pre-orders for all the figures in DC Unlimited series 3. There’s no pictures yet, but the figures for series 3 are:

  • Aquaman (New 52)
  • Darkseid (New 52)
  • Superman (Injustice Video Game)
  • The Joker (Injustice Video Game)

Keep checking back here for updates as official photos come in. In the meantime, you can pre-order all of series 3 right now at BigBadToyStore.