DC Direct December Solicitations

DC Direct has sent over new pics and descriptions for items arriving in stores in the coming months.  Seeing the statue for Owlman from the Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths animated movie has given me conflicted feelings.

I really want action figures of the modern Crime Syndicate, but Mattel already said they weren’t doing figures for this movie.  I’d be torn if DCD did figures, because I think they’d probably be out of scale for my collection, and stylistically, DCD would probably go for a complete match with the animated style, like they did for the Doomsday figures.  Also, while the Owlman design is cool, I still think the comic costume would be the best.

bm.b&w.cw.jpgBATMAN BLACK & WHITE STATUE: CATWOMAN BY STEVE RUDE
DESIGNED BY STEVE RUDE
SCULPTED BY KAREN PALINKO

Slinking her way into the BATMAN BLACK & WHITE STATUE line, Catwoman becomes the first female character and the third villain to join this popular series.

This classic rendition of Catwoman swinging a whip is an original design by artist Steve Rude and makes the perfect companion piece to Rude’s version of Batman in black and white.

The statue measures approximately 7.5” high x 4.75” wide x 3.25” deep, is painted in monochromatic tones, features a Bat-logo-shaped base and is packaged in a black and white box.

Limited edition. Manufactured to order.

Advance-solicited; on sale July 7, 2010 * Statue * $80 US


dynamics superman.jpgDC DYNAMICS: SUPERMAN STATUE
DESIGNED AND SCULPTED BY TIM BRUCKNER

DC Direct’s exquisite new statue gallery series, featuring dynamic interpretations of classic superheroes, continues!

Award-winning sculptor Tim Bruckner has transformed his original designs of the most recognizable DC heroes into some of the most outstanding, upscale statues DC Direct has ever produced. Each statue features a base that captures the character’s interaction with the surrounding environment.

The fourth in a series of six statues scheduled to be released in 2010, the Man of Steel rockets out of the Fortress of Solitude on his way to defend Metropolis.

This limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain statue measures approximately 11.75” high x 6” wide x 5” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box with a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity.

Limited Edition. Manufactured to order.

Advance-solicited; on sale July 14, 2010 * Statue * $195 US


BATMAN REBORN SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES

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In one of the most exciting, ongoing comics events in recent years, a cast of familiar characters assumes the mantle of the bat. And out of the events of BATMAN REBORN, a new generation of heroes rise!

Now don’t miss out on the action figures based on this award-winning, best-selling series, which includes both Azrael and Batgirl in their new costumes.

Includes:
Batman: Jason Todd 6.65” h
Batman: Two-Face 6.7” h
Azrael 6.75” h
Batgirl 5.75” h

4-color clamshell packaging.

Advance-solicited; on sale July 14, 2010 * Action Figures * PI

Retailers, please note: Batman: Jason Todd, Batman: Two-Face, Azrael and Batgirl are intended for individual sale to consumers, but are sold to retailers in inner and master case assortments. Consult your Retailer Order Form for packaging and pricing details. These products are being offered simultaneously beyond the comic-book specialty market.


aq.chronicles.statue.jpgDC CHRONICLES: AQUAMAN STATUE
SCULPTED BY TIM BRUCKNER

The King of the Seven Seas is the third statue in a series created to capture the original depictions of DC Comics’ most renowned heroes.

With his mega-watt grin and confident stance, the DC CHRONICLES: AQUAMAN STATUE captures the idealism that was present in comics of ol’, while featuring sculptural techniques of the modern day.

The DC Chronicles statue line has a consistent base, and the retro-style logo on the base further gives the piece a sense of the period from which it originated.

This limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain statue measures approximately 7” high x 4.5” wide x 3.75” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box with a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity.

Manufactured to order.

Advance-solicited; on sale July 14, 2010 * Statue * $99.99 US


Superman reeve.jpgCHRISTOPHER REEVE AS SUPERMAN STATUE
SCULPTED BY KAREN PALINKO

Available again!

It’s the quintessential Man of Steel!

One of the most fondly remembered depictions of Superman is now available as a commemorative statue exclusively from DC Direct. Christopher Reeve strikes an iconic pose from the classic 1978 feature film Superman – the movie that made the world believe “a man could fly” and turned the actor into a star.

Standing atop an S-shield base, the CHRISTOPHER REEVE AS SUPERMAN STATUE is a limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain statue measuring approximately 12.50″ tall x 5.5″ wide x 3.75″ deep. (The base measures approximately .75″ high x 6.5″ diameter.)

The statue includes a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity and is packaged in a 4-color box. Manufactured to order.

Limited to 4000 pieces total.

Advance-solicited; on sale July 7, 2010 * Statue * $195 US

DC Comics will donate $15 from the sale of each “Christopher Reeve as Superman Statue” to the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. For more information on the Foundation and to make a donation, please visit www.christopherreeve.org.


amecomi.supergirl.jpgAME-COMI HEROINE SERIES: SUPERGIRL (V.2) PVC FIGURE
DESIGNED AND SCULPTED BY JONATHAN MATTHEWS

Kara Zor-El can’t resist smiling at herself when she finds this side-view mirror on the streets of Metropolis.

Sure to be just as popular as the sold-out, original Ame-Comi version of Superman’s cousin, Supergirl (V.2) is a non-articulated PVC statue, standing approximately 8.75” tall, including a base and packaged in a 4-color window box with J-hook.

Limited Edition. Manufactured to order.

Advance-solicited; on sale July 21, 2010 * Statue * $60 US


amecomi.steel.jpgAME-COMI HEROINE SERIES: STEEL PVC FIGURE
DESIGNED BY DUSTIN NGUYEN
SCULPTED BY JONATHAN MATTHEWS

There’s no messing with the newest heroine to join the AME-COMI series!

Between her high-tech, armored costume and her trademark hammer that can replicate the powers of Superman, Natasha Jasmine Irons, daughter of the original Steel, means business!

The limited-edition, non-articulated, approximately 8.25” high PVC statue comes with a base, is packaged in a 4-color window box with J-hook and is manufactured to order.


hdcu.bizarro.jpgHeroes of the DC Universe: BIZARRO BUST
DESIGNED BY GARY FRANK
SCULPTED BY JEAN ST. JEAN

Superman’s “imperfect duplicate” is the latest villain to infiltrate the HEROES OF THE DC UNIVERSE bust line!

Designed by New York Times best-selling artist Gary Frank, this bust features Kent Clark wearing his trademark “Bizarro #1” medallion while posed atop a base of his cube-shaped home planet, Htrae. The bust is hand-painted, cold-cast in porcelain, measures approximately 6” high x 5” wide x 3” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box.

Limited Edition. Manufactured to order.

Advance-solicited; on sale July 7, 2010 * Bust * $70 US


kc.sm.jpgSUPERMAN (KINGDOM COME) 1:6 SCALE DELUXE COLLECTOR FIGURE

For the first time ever in this popular product line, the 1:6 scale deluxe collector figure body has been extensively modified to reflect the unique style of a particular artist – Alex Ross’ Kingdom Come Superman.

Dressed in the trademark Kingdom Come S-shield-style costume, this version of Superman closely resembles Ross’ art from the legendary miniseries KINGDOM COME and the epic “THY KINGDOM COME” in physique, expression and dress.

The figure features 28 points of articulation, is packaged in a deluxe 4-color window box with a fifth panel and includes a display stand.

Limited Edition. Manufactured to order.

Advance-solicited; on sale July 28, 2010 * Collector figure * $99.99 US


owlman.jpgJUSTICE LEAGUE: CRISIS ON TWO EARTHS OWLMAN DVD MAQUETTE
SCULPTED BY DEREK MILLER

“You people are my world’s last hope.” — President Lex Luthor

In a parallel universe, the lone survivor of Earth’s Justice League – Lex Luthor – travels through other-world dimensions to join forces with Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, and J’onn J’onzz in a desperate attempt to save his world and his people. But the villainous Crime Syndicate controlled by Ultraman, Owlman and Superwoman will stop at nothing to maintain their domination. It will take wits, might and a sacrifice to defeat these unforgiving enemies in the spectacular DC Universe Original Animated Movie. Two Earths, two Leagues and one epic battle collide for a thrilling experience that will leave viewers breathless!

This hand-painted cold-cast porcelain maquette of Owlman is based on art from the highly anticipated Warner Home Video made-for-DVD animated original movie, Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths!

Measuring approximately 9.2” tall x 5.5” wide x 8.75” deep (including the base), the maquette includes a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity and is packaged in a 4-color box.

Limited edition of 4000!
*Quantities may be allocated.

On sale February 24, 2010 * Statue *$99.99 US


WORLD OF WARCRAFT Premium Series 2

Includes:
Gnome Warlock: Valdremar with Voidwalker Voyd 3.25” h and 6” h
Orc Warchief: Thrall 10.25” h (with arm raised)

Advance-solicited; on sale July 7, 2010 * Action Figures * PI


WORLD OF WARCRAFT Series 6

Includes:
Dwarven King: Magni Bronzebeard 5” h
Forsaken Queen: Sylvanas Windrunner 7.5” h
Goblin Tinker: Gibzz Sparklighter 8.5” h

Advance-solicited; on sale July 14, 2010 * Action Figures * PI

Retailers, please note: Gnome Warlock: Valdremar with Voidwalker Voyd, Orc Warchief: Thrall, Dwarven King: Magni Bronzebeard, Forsaken Queen: Sylvanas Windrunner and Goblin Tinker: Gibzz Sparklighter are intended for individual sale to consumers, but are sold to retailers in inner and master cases. Consult your Retailer Order Form for packaging and pricing details. These products are being offered simultaneously beyond the comic-book specialty market.


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HEAVENLY SWORD: NARIKO ACTION FIGURE
Advance-solicited; on sale July 28, 2010 * Action Figure * PI

TWISTED METAL: SWEET TOOTH ACTION FIGURE
Advance-solicited; on sale July 28, 2010 * Action Figure * PI

DC Universe Classics Wave 11 Loose Pics

DC Universe Classics Wave 11 Shark and John Stewart
DC Universe Classics Wave 11 Shark and John Stewart

It’s early yet, but it seems like so many people have gotten DC Universe Classics Wave 11 into their grubby little hands – check out our earlier posts with packaged pics and a close look at the Question.

Customizer WeaponXII was the latest to get his hands filled, but I don’t hate him because he was good enough to send pics of the set that his cousin picked up for him.  OK, he didn’t even have to look for them himself, so I hate him again. 😉

Some early concern that Cyborg Superman would have the wide stance of the original has been addressed – he’s much improved in that regard.  And John Stewart looks outstanding!

Continue reading “DC Universe Classics Wave 11 Loose Pics”

First Look – DC Universe Classics Deadman – thefwoosh.com

Have you checked your local comic book stores yet for DC Universe Classics Wave 11?  It seems that’s where they’re hitting first, and I’ve heard both full assortments and solid cases have arrived.  Fwoosh’s DisThunder picked up a Deadman at a local shop and has put up a First Look at the new body.

Looking at Deadman, I keep thinking how simple it’d be to make a Disco Nightwing.  Not that I really want one… 😀  Sinestro, on the other hand, would be a welcome redo using this body.

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Well, let’s get one thing out of the way: this sure as hell ain’t Black Manta with a collar. Deadman is a completely new sculpt, from head to elf-shoe. He is much skinnier and more skeletal than I was expecting, and that’s certainly not a bad thing. I suspected at SDCC that Deadman might use a “faked” open collar; i.e. the collar and the bare chest actually being a separate piece layed over the buck body’s chest, but that is not the case. Brand’s chest is sculpted with the chest-striations and all, and the collar merely plugs into the chest to create the appropriate change in texture. Very impressive, but that does mean there’s some new parts in store for the next character to take advantage of this new “buck.”

via First Look – DC Universe Classics Deadman | thefwoosh.com.

DC Universe Classics Wave 11 The Question Fan Choice Loose Pics

The Question was the winner of Mattel’s first Fan Choice poll, and he makes his appearance in DC Universe Classics Wave 11. Fwoosher studmuffin found him at his local comic book store, where they had received their order for solid cases.

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When pictures of the Question’s two-up were shown, like back at Wizard World Philly, many people wanted to know how Mattel would construct the double-breasted suit.  At WWP, the suit was a separate piece from the trench coat, with notable gaps on either side.  In production, the trenchcoat and suit front are a single piece, with the suit front made as a “flap” that is glued in on the right underside of the trenchcoat.

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When I first saw pictures I thought that the Question shared a lot of parts with the Joker from the Wal-Mart exclusive Wave 10. After seeing these comparison pics I think they may have shared some of the initial sculpt but it could be completely new tooling. The upper arms and entire legs look very similar, but the lower arms are distinguished by the number of buttons and the feet have different shoes.

The torsos are very obviously different, and the Question has a waist swivel whereas the Joker does not. While the trench coat with the suit flap removed looks fine on the Joker (for another iconic Marshall Rogers Joker look) you can see that the Question’s shoulders are a bit broader as the trench fits him more snugly.

Thanks to studmuffin for these pics!

DC Universe Classics Wave 11 Packaged Pics

DC Universe Classics Wave 11
DC Universe Classics Wave 11

Fwoosher trs has got his hands on one of the earliest shipments of DC Universe Classics Wave 11. Of the cases he had access to, he reported that the Deadman variant was in abundance, and the Super Powers version of Steppenwolf were more rare. Earlier Mattel had said that the Deadman variant would be a chase, and the Steppenwolf figures would be 50:50 – so we’ll have to wait and see how this plays out at retail.

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I think the entire wave came out looking great, but my most anticipated here would have to be John Stewart and the Question.

Big thanks to trs for sharing his pictures!

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