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DC Universe Classics Wave 11 Part 1

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Wham! DC Universe Classics Wave 11 is here and collectors are getting them from e-tailers, retailers and MattyCollector.com. It’s literally raining DCUC 11! And what better way to rejoice than loading up AFP with a boatload of DCUC 11 pics, praises and nit picks!

I knew it was going to be a very Merry Christmas for me as the DCUC 11 set I ordered from Enchanted Toy Chest arrived on Christmas Eve. Unfortunately my wife was home from work already and decreed I couldn’t open the case until Christmas morning…

Before I get to the individual figures, I’ll go over some generalities about the whole set. First off all the figures for this Wave that I received are very well made. The plastic is good and sturdy feeling (compared to the Wave 9 figure’s plastic that had a soft, waxy feel). They all have nice tight joints and are easy to put into poses without fear of them toppling over and clearing out a row of figures on your shelf. The paint apps are pretty good, not as tight as DCUC 10, but nothing horrendous. Unfortunately almost every figure in my set has some kind of scarring on their faces. Wonder if this is widespread throughout the run? Other than that the quality is very good.

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Poll: Masters of the Universe Classics Moss Man Ear Flocking

Masters of the Universe Classics Moss Man - Ear Flocking Options (credit: Daniel B)

Mattel has heard the fan outcry on the latest flocking issue with the Masters of the Universe Classics Moss Man – a lot of you want Moss Man with his ears unencumbered by green flock.  They posted a question for us on their Facebook page (emphasis is mine):

Quick Updates

Hey everyone,

So a few quickies. First we hear you on Moss Man and the ears. Fans seem split but here is what might be possible.

Mossy is already in production. If (and that is an “if”) we can effect a change it means some fans will get flocked ears, some no flock. And it will be random. Are you okay with that?

Second, we had a great meeting with Digital River today and it looks like the bugs have been worked out. We’ll also be updating the FAQ on the site to review the return policy as well as offer more information. If you are still having issues with an order, post your order number on Facebook and we’ll get it resolved.

We’re still looking into new shipping options and overseas distribution, but first we need to get all the kinks worked out before expanding to any new areas. The last thing we want to do is rush things.

The Retro Action Green Arrow is almost sold out. More Retro figures will be out this Spring at Toys R Us and other online retailers. We’ll have wave 2 to show at NYTF in Feb.

And if you are in the LA area, be sure to check out the MOTU art show opening this weekend. Aside from some great artistic interpretations of the MOTU world, you can also check out a display of all the MOTUC figures as well as some upcoming releases and a new figure to be revealed Friday night! (hint: it is a celebrity figure and will be one of our SDCC MOTUC items). Full details are in our news section.

That’s it for now!

Matty

via Facebook | Mattycollector.com: Quick Updates.

So our question to you is this:

First Look – Masters of the Universe Classics Battle Cat – TheFwoosh.com

More Battle Cat goodness, this time from the Fwoosh.  I am really starting to wonder how the articulation in his mid-torso moves.  It’s practically invisible, at least from the angle in the unarmored pic here – I had to check to make sure I wasn’t seeing things in Pixel Dan’s video review (you can see it clearly at 4:10 in).

Really, I don’t know what else I can say about Battle Cat without telling you what you probably already see or crossing over to a full-on gush fest (morseso). I know that this is a very subjective and fickle hobby and I have come to realize that even if I really love a figure, someone out there will probably hate it. However, if once you get this figure in hand and you can say that you don’t like it, please leave your address so I can direct the ambulance to your house because you are obviously having a breakdown. I just cannot imagine any action figure fan not digging the hell out of Battle Cat. Come the end of the year, his presence on “Best of” lists will be so ubiquitous some might wonder if any other toys came out this year at all.

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Masters of the Universe Classics Moss Man Press Pics

And, just like that, we’re back into some more Mattel goodness.  They just published final pics of the Masters of the Universe Moss Man on Facebook.  As you may recall, they ran into some issues with flocking and articulation a couple months back.

After seeing how he turned out, I’ve got both feet firmly in the “no flocking” camp for Panthor, when they get to him.  I think it’s fine for Moss Man, because that was his thing back in the 80’s, but I don’t want to see the awesome sculpt from Battle Cat covered up.

Final Moss Man is in! Gallery 1988 update!

Just got in our final sample of Moss Man! We know fans have been waiting to see how the flock turned out. We really pushed the limits to flock as much as possible. Enjoy the shots!

Also, for those in the LA area, be sure to head over to Gallery 1988 this Friday night for the Art of MOTU show opening. Not only will this free event feature some of the hottest artists interpreting the world of MOTU, but we will be revealing one of our SDCC MOTUC items at the show! Full details for the show are in the news section on Mattycollector.com!

For now, enjoy the pics!

via Facebook | Mattycollector.com: Final Moss Man is in! Gallery 1988 update!.

First Look – DC Universe Classics Series 12 – TheFwoosh.com

It’s shaping up to be a Mattel-heavy New Year.  Since the start of the new decade, Salem Crow has written a guest review for the the WWE Elite Series figures, and Buzzy reviewed the DC Universe Classics Justice in the Jungle set and has wave 11 in the works.  I’ve got something DCUC-related planned for later in the week. And Mattel just released press pics of DCUC 13.

On top of that, the first looks are rolling in.

VeeBee posted the upcoming Masters of the Universe Classics Battle Armor He-Man yesterday, and today he’s got this – a look at some of DCUC 12, including the new packaging, the collectible pins, and a great look at Darkseid and his Killing Glove.

I’ll have to try to fit in something non-Mattel soon. 😀

Continuing on with our latest round of First Looks we have a peek at the first “half” of the brand new DC Universe Classics series twelve figures! There are lots of changes in store for this line in 2010 (mostly to help celebrate the 75th anniversary of DC Comics) and we are getting a packaging change over as well as a new collector pin promotion that will also cross-pollinate into some of Mattel’s other DC lines.

I have been really excited for series twelve since it was unveiled not long after San Diego Comic Con last year (I think it is the strongest overall assortment for my personal tastes since series nine) and today we will be looking at the figures of The Spectre (standard and variant), Copperhead, Mary Batson (nee Marvel) in her red AND white togs as well as my personal favorite of this bunch – Desaad!

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