There have been some pretty random toy lines. And there have been some pretty long awaited toylines. For most, this would fit under the random category. But for me, it’s one I’ve waited for for years! Toys based on the greatest action figure tribute of all time, Adult Swim’s Robot Chicken!
Today we are looking at a Robot Chicken skit classic, the humping Robot. The robot was known for falling in love with random objects, most notably a washing machine and later, a jukebox. Upon falling in love with the objects, he proceeds to hump them. Simple as that, and hilarious, considering he is a robot with no “proper” anatomy, which results in random metal banging noises. So here we have a representation of that character, complete with washing machine diorama accessories.
The main feature of this figure is his “ACTION HIPS”, which, with the wind of a knob on his back, activates his… humping… action. How many toys can boast THAT action feature? It actually works quite well, and the loose bobblehead he has helps. However, because of this feature, they gave him spring hinged shoulders so he can kind of hold onto other objects, so the poseability is limited. The paintjob is a nice dirty wash of dark black over a metallic speckled silver.
The sculpt is dead on to the robot in the show, and the accessories are cool too. Not many toys out there come with washing machines. Yes the poseability is limited, but come on, what else are you going to have this guy do aside from humping random objects.
I found mine at the local Toys R Us, but due to the adult nature of the item, not all locations may carry this line. There are other figures included which can be seen here. Im sure i will cave in and get the deluxe Robot Chicken down the line, so look forward to it!