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Review – Lead – DC Universe Signature Collection, Mattel

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DC Universe Signature Collection Lead Action Figure Mattel

Lead was the last DC figure sold on Mattycollector back in 2012, and has the great distinction of being the final member of the Metal Men! That’s right, Lead rounds out the whole classic team. He’s known as the somewhat slow-witted member of team, but always essential. Being made from lead, he features the same properties as his namesake. In addition to shape shifting and changing size, Lead is able to block harmful radiation and protect his fellow teammates, or civilians, by turning into a large wall or shield. Back when DC Universe Classics was still going at retail, I always wondered why they never made Lead. Platinum and Tin I could understand, since female character action features seem to always be dubious, and Tin is so small. But Lead seemed perfect for it. Well, it took them a while, but they finally got around to making him. And man, was I excited to get him in the mail. So join me as I take a closer look at the DC Universe Signature Collection Lead figure and see if he lives up to the excitement.
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Review – Platinum and Tin – DC Universe Signature Collection, Mattel

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DC Universe Signature Collection Platinum and Tin Action Figures Mattel

One of the most appealing aspects about Mattel’s DC Universe Signature Collection is the idea of team completions. Mattel had started several different character teams in DC Universe Classics, and their mission statement for the online exclusive toy line was to help complete teams, and give fans the lesser known characters that wouldn’t work at retail. I think the majority feel that Mattel is doing right by the fans in that regard. The subject of today’s review illustrates that very well.

Platinum and Tin are members of the Metal Men, a group of androids created by scientist Dr. Will Magnus. Each of the team members were infused with certain natural elements (Tin, Platinum, Lead, Iron, Gold, and Mercury). They each have their own distinct personalities thanks to Dr. Magnus’ “responsometers” (i.e. a sciency sounding thing that does what it needs to do, because comics). Platinum represents the only female member of the team. It’s clear why she wasn’t made at retail; not only is she a lesser known character, but she’s female! The “dreaded female action figure” usually doesn’t fare well at mass retail. But alas, Mattel has finally brought her to fruition, and she’s bringing along the Miniature Meek Metal Man, Tin! So join me as I take a closer look at Platinum and Tin.
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