NECA Packages Exclusive Kick-Ass 2 Action Figures for San Diego Comic-Con

NECA Kick-Ass 2 SDCC Exclusives

If you want the jump on Kick-Ass 2 action figures ahead of their planned release with the movie in August, then you’ll have to get your ass (or someone else’s) to San Diego Comic-Con, where the first of NECA’s line of Kick-Ass 2 figures will be available. And as a bonus, the SDCC versions will come with special packaging more aligned with the film’s R rating – they’ll be devoid of any censoring. To make the general release more retail friendly, any mentions of Kick-Ass and the Mother Fucker will appear on the regular packaging as KA and MFer.

It’s difficult to tell with the others, but I’m glad to see that Kick-Ass has got a lot more articulation than the one that NECA made for the first movie. That one was closer to a statue, while this one has Mattel hips, articulation in the torso, and elbros. That’s a big step up.

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Play Imaginative to Re-Release Jim Lee Super Alloy Batman at SDCC

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Last fall, we saw Play Imaginative release an exclusive “special edition” 1/6 scale, diecast Batman at the Singapore Toy, Game, and Comic Convention. While the STGCC version of the Jim Lee-styled New 52 Batman has a glossy version, eventually specialty retailers like BigBadToyStore imported a matte version of the figure.

Now, with a New 52 Superman in the works, Play Imaginative is re-releasing an “event exclusive” edition of Batman. This looks to have the original glossy finish, all the accessories of the other versions, and an extra, angry head sculpt. The packaging looks to be identical to the special edition with the exception of a new special edition sticker. No word on cost yet, but I’ll see if I can find out.

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SDCC Exclusive Alpha Phase Outer Space Men Up For Pre-Order on StoreHorsemen.com

The Four Horsemen have put up pre-orders for the Alpha Phase versions of Outer Space Men Wave 6 / Deluxe 2 and Wave 7 / Deluxe 3 on StoreHorsemen.com. These sets include four new characters designed by Mel Birnkrant, the original creator of the Outer Space Men. Get them now – these will sell out fast!

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Each figure will come molded in their own clear “Alpha Phase” color, with character specific paint accents and clear colored ABS accessories. (PHOTOS SHOWN ARE FOR EXAMPLE ONLY – THOSE ARE EARLY PROTOTYPE IMAGES OF THE INFINITY EDITION VERSIONS – TEST SHOT PHOTOS COMING SOON).

  • COLOSSUS REX (Deluxe 2) – Molded in clear green. Comes with chest armor, long axe, mace, war shield, a set of open clawing hands and a set of closed gripping fists.
  • HORROSCOPE (Wave 6) – Molded in clear purple. Comes with helmet, staff and laser pistol.
  • OHPROMATEM (Wave 6) – Molded in clear smoke gray. Comes with Meta-blaster, a hand held disintegrator, and a head with three rotating faces (to be revealed later this week).
  • GAMMA X (Deluxe 3) – Molded in clear. Comes with body armor, Gamma blaster and laser disruptor.
  • TERRA FIRMA (Wave 7) – Molded in clear orange. Comes with helmet, flag, Enviro-zap gun and anti-grav back-pack.
  • JACK ASTEROID (Wave 7) – (Wave 7) – Molded in clear orange. Comes with helmet, flag, Enviro-zap gun and anti-grav back-pack.

Taco Truck Packaging Best Thing about Marvel Universe Deadpool Corps SDCC Exclusive

I’ve been trying to get myself pumped up about Hasbro’s Marvel Universe exclusive for San Diego Comic-Con. I love Deadpool, so you’d think that six versions of Deadpool in taco truck packaging would be right up my alley. While the packaging truly is glorious, it’s tough to see this as more than a bunch of missed opportunities. Deadpool himself looks to be recycled from one of the figures back from Wolverine Origins, and while they added the floaties (a great touch) you’d think if they were going to add an alternate head, they could have included Headpool / Zombie Deadpool. Lady Deadpool and the Champ are nice representations of the comic book characters, but I really do hate the book – Rob Liefeld artwork – need I say more?

MARVEL UNIVERSE 3.75-Inch DEADPOOL CORPS Special Edition Figure Set

(Approximate Retail Price $49.99; Ages 4 & up; Available through HasbroToyShop.com, Booth #3329 at Comic-Con International in San Diego)

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“Any evil that threatens the universe can eat lead. For the rest of us…tacos!” The Merc with a Mouth teams up with his favorite allies — alternate universe versions of himself — in this highly collectible and unique action figure set. The 3.75-inch MARVEL UNIVERSE figures of DEADPOOL, LADY DEADPOOL and CHAMPION OF THE UNIVERSE, along with figurines of KIDPOOL, DOGPOOL and SQUIRRELPOOL come packaged in individual “taco shells,” all inside a collectible taco truck package! Following the convention, a limited number will be available on HasbroToyShop.com.

Gentle Giant Reveals SDCC 2013 Exclusive Boba Fett Deluxe Mini Bust

Boba Fett is proving to be a popular exclusive for San Diego Comic-Con this year. Gentle Giant is producing a deluxe mini bust of the bounty hunter. He will measure in at over 7-inches tall, and come with interchangeable arms that allow him to cradle his Blas Tech EE-3 rifle or aim his Kelvarek mini-rocket. The Boba Fett mini bust is limited to 2,500 pieces and will cost $150.

And if Boba Fett is your guy, you’ll also want to pick up the Star Wars Black Series Boba Fett, one of Hasbro’s exclusives for SDCC.

Boba Fett Deluxe Mini Bust – SDCC 2013 Exclusives

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Boba Fett, the Bounty Hunter has developed an unbelievable cult following over the years since the release of The Empire Strikes Back. It’s only proper that we honor this iconic character with a bust befitting his status. Crafted by the master artisans at Gentle Giant Ltd., this bust redefines the term “Deluxe.” Packaged in a gorgeous tin emblazoned with the insignia of the feared Mandalorian Mercenaries, our Deluxe Boba Fett Mini Bust features multiple interchangeable arms, allowing collectors a wide range of dynamic poses. This limited edition bust will be available only at San Diego Comic Con 2013. Each bust is hand-painted and individually numbered, and comes with a matching certificate of authenticity.

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