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DC Universe Classics in Year-End Sale at Entertainment Earth

Entertainment Earth is holding a year-end sale that lasts until January 6. I did a little poking around and found a bunch of Mattel DC Universe Classics figures for around $10 and under. It feels like 2005 again, and DCUC didn’t even exist back then!

Thank you for your business! To show our appreciation, we’re marking down hundreds of items up to 90% off… while supplies last! Action figures, games, and select collectibles like statues and busts are available at our lowest prices ever, starting as low as $1! Items from Indiana Jones, Watchmen, Star Trek, and more are on sale. But hurry… with these prices and limited quantities, these won’t last long!

via Mattel Dc Comics – Action Figures, Toys, Bobble Heads, Collectibles at Entertainment Earth.

First Look – DC Universe Classics 12 and Masters of the Universe Classics Battle Cat – Action Figure Times

Captain Collector gets added to “the list”* now that he has Copperhead, Mary Batson, the glow-in-the-dark variant of the Spectre, Desaad, and the associated parts from the C&C Darkseid from DC Universe Classics 12, and Battle Cat from Masters of the Universe Classics.

*Note: “the list” is of nice guys whom I can’t bring myself to hate even though they already have the toys that I want. 😀

DCUC 12 AND MOTUC BATTLE CAT SNEEK PEEK!

With DC Universe Classics series 11 now shipping from Mattycollector.com, series 12 is just around the corner. Today, it is my priveledge [sic] to be able to bring you a sneek peek at some of the outstanding figures from this series, as well as the new cardback design for 2010.

Masters of the Universe Classics Battle Cat


This is one of my very most anticipated figures period shown at Comicon 2009. My expectations were extremely high based on what I saw, so I expected to be a little dissapointed [sic] by the final product. Suffice it to say, my expectations were shattered, and the final toy is much better than I could have hoped for.

via AFT-Captain Collector and his Super Hero Squadron!

DC Universe Classics Wave 11 and Retro-Action DC Super Heroes Green Arrow on Sale December 23

Just a quick reminder – you may be wrapped up in your last-minute holiday shopping, but don’t forget that DC Universe Classics Wave 11 box set and the Retro-Action DC Super Heroes Green Arrow go on sale at Noon ET on MattyCollector.com.

Get all the DCU Classics figures from Wave 11 in a single boxed set! This 8-figure set includes all the parts needed to make the Collect and Connectâ„¢ Killowog figure. Includes:

  • John Stewart (with constructs)
  • Katma Tui (with constructs)
  • Shark
  • The Question (fan choice figure!)
  • Cyborg Superman in Sinestro Corps outfit
  • Deadman
  • Steppenwolf (Red version)
  • Steppenwolf (Green version)

Please Note: This set does not include the chase clear version of Deadman.

via MattyCollector.com Online Store – DCU Classics Wave 11 Boxed Set.

Who says they don’t make toys like they used to? Inspired by the classic fabric-clothes figures from the ’70s and ’80s, Green Arrow is the first release from the Retro-Actionâ„¢ DC Super Heroes line!

Green Arrow comes in an 8″ body with removable soft-goods hero outfit, bow, and hat. This preview figure is exclusive to Mattycollector.com, with the rest of the line arriving at Toys “R” Us and select online retailers in spring 2010.

via MattyCollector.com Online Store – Green Arrow.

Pre-Launch Interview with Mattel WWE Team – PJ Lewis and Derek Handy

The wait is nearly over.

It’s been over 22 long months since Mattel announced it had won the master toy license for the WWE from long-time holder JAKKS Pacific, and now we’re just ten days away from the official launch date. Even with the WWE team at Mattel completing their final prep for the launch, they were kind enough to answer our questions about the most anticipated toy line of 2010.

We spoke with PJ Lewis and Derek Handy from Mattel. PJ is the brand manager for the WWE toy lines, and Derek is on the design team.

Q: Hi – thanks for taking the time to speak with us today. PJ, to start, can you introduce yourself?

PJ Lewis: Hello. My name is PJ Lewis and I am a Senior Brand Manager at Mattel. I’ve been at the company 4 years and had the opportunity to work on Speed Racer, DC Universe, Cartoon Network Brands, and more.

Q: WWE is one of the most coveted licenses out there. How long has Mattel been targeting the license, and what were the key points that made acquiring the license possible?

PJ: There are so few brands in the action figure aisle that are true evergreen brands like WWE. Simply, when something like it comes available, you go after it. As for key points, we are a creative, passionate team with global reach unmatched in the industry. I’d like to think these all helped the license come our way.

Q: Let’s talk about the toys, due to hit shelves January 1, 2010. First, can you tell us a bit about each line and who they’re targeted at? We know Flex Force is aimed at kids, but who’s the primary target for the Basic figures, Elite Collection, and Entrance Greats?

Basic Series 1:

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Basic Series 2:

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PJ: Basic Figures are the day in and day out replicas of the WWE roster. They average 15 points of articulation and capture the changing decos and new talent additions. The Elite Collection are designed for collectors and fans that want to take it to the next level. These feature 25+ points of articulation, authentic ring attire, and what we hope to be the best deco you have ever seen on a WWE figure.

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Mattel, Whippy, and Toy Biz Action Figure Stand Comparison – TheFwoosh.com

MatthewK at the Fwoosh helps me take one item off the AFP to do list by comparing the new action figure stands from Mattel with the Whippy Superpose and old Toy Biz stands. I like the review – there wasn’t anything I would say differently from him – aside from throwing us a bone and talking a little about the awesome Sinestro Corps customs he has in most of the pictures.

I must be under the influence of the Orange Lantern, because I want them all!

Mattycollector.com released their new action figure flight stands this week, so it seemed like a good time to talk about flight stands. We take a look at the new Matty stands and compare them to other available flight stands.

via Action Figure Stand Showdown | thefwoosh.com.

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