We’ve been relaxing before the madness of San Diego Comic-Con (we’re on our way down south shortly), but I couldn’t leave without posting some awesome updates from Hot Toys with my most anticipated movie for this summer – Guardians of the Galaxy. The Guardians of the Galaxy movie premiere was this past Monday, and while I intentionally haven’t read a lot about it, I’ve heard the press screenings have been very well received. Hype building… too much!
On the other hand, I’ve not gotten enough of the press pics of the upcoming Hot Toys figures for Guardians. A few days back, Hot Toys posted pics for three pre-orders – Rocket Raccoon, Groot, and a special 2-pack set with Rocket and Groot – all available at Sideshow Toys. I’ll do my best to resist the 2-pack, which comes with an alternate angry head sculpt for Groot. “Hroom, hm, come, my friends. The Ents are going to war.” I meant, “I am Groot!”
And to top it off, they also teased Star-Lord, who should be present at the Sideshow booth at SDCC 2014. I hope Gamora and Drax show up too. Read on for more of Rocket, Groot, and Star-Lord, and come back tonight for Preview Night coverage!
Guardians of the Galaxy: 1/6th scale Rocket Collectible Figure
“Ain’t no thing like me except me.” This Summer Marvel Studios is expanding the Marvel Cinematic Universe and taking fans to the cosmos in the action packed space adventure – Guardians of the Galaxy with a group of outlaw, two thugs, an assassin and a maniac! One of the breakout character since the movie’s first introduction is Rocket who is wanted on over 50 charges of vehicular theft and escape from lock up. In anticipation to the movie’s release, Hot Toys is delighted to present the 1/6th scale Rocket Collectible Figure!
The movie-accurate Rocket Collectible Figure is specially crafted based on his unique physique in the film. It features a finely sculpted head and body, specially tailored costume and weapon.
via Guardians of the Galaxy: 1/6th scale Rocket Collectible Figure.
Guardians of the Galaxy: 1/6th scale Groot Collectible Figure
“I am Groot.” This Summer Marvel Studios is expanding the Marvel Cinematic Universe and taking fans to the cosmos in the action packed space adventure – Guardians of the Galaxy with a group of outlaw, two thugs, an assassin and a maniac! One of the unique members of the team is Groot who has a tree-like appearance and monstrous strength. In anticipation to the movie’s release, Hot Toys is delighted to present the 1/6th scale Groot Collectible Figure!
The movie-accurate Groot Collectible Figure features highly detailed head and body with remarkable paint application to reflect his distinctive appearance, and a specially designed figure stand.
via Guardians of the Galaxy: 1/6th scale Groot Collectible Figure.
Guardians of the Galaxy: Rocket & Groot Collectible Set
Marvel Studios is expanding the Marvel Cinematic Universe this Summer and bringing fans to the cosmos in the action packed space adventure – Guardians of the Galaxy. A group of outlaw, two thugs, an assassin and a maniac will team up to battle evil and save the galaxy! To gear fans ready for this film’s worldwide release, Hot Toys is excited to present a special 1/6th scale collectible figures set which includes the gun-toting Rocket and his personal houseplant/muscle Groot!
The movie-accurate Rocket Collectible Figure is specially crafted based on his unique physique in the film. It features a finely sculpted head and body, specially tailored costume, weapon, and specially designed figure stand.
The movie-accurate Groot Collectible Figure features highly detailed head and body with amazing paint application to reflect his distinctive appearance, and a specially designed figure stand.
The Rocket and Groot Collectible Set will exclusively include an additional interchangeable angry expression face and a pair of partially clenched angry palms for Groot.
via Guardians of the Galaxy: Rocket & Groot Collectible Set.
The “legendary outlaw” will be making an appearance at the upcoming Toy Fairs!
Are you ready to meet him?
via Hot Toys.