McFarlane's Summer Showcase begins with a closer look at the new Avatar: The Last Airbender figures with Todd McFarlane. The video gives us a look at the 5-inch line as well as a first glimpse of the 7-inch line.
The smaller 5-inch scale has also been listed today on the Walmart website in the US, giving us a full look at the figures arriving at launch.
We have figures incoming of Aang, Sokka, Katara, and Prince Zuko. Each figure has 10 points of articulation and an accessory or effect piece included. These are blister carded rather than being boxed. There is then a deluxe Appa figure which will come in an open-fronted box. All of the figures have an August release date.
There is also a second version of Aang, packed in a window box with his glider. This Aang features an alternative facial expression and he can be attached to the glider.
Aang is the hero and spirit of the show. This adventurous 12- year-old is the last Airbender and only known survivor of the Air Nomads, the arrow on his head a constant reminder of his lineage. His destiny is to learn the art of the Avatar and defeat the Fire Lord of the Fire Nation. But rather than save the world, Aang searches for adventure. He wants a life full of fun experiences, not heavy responsibilities. Aang believes people are either in harmony with the Spirit of the Planet, or corrupt and misled. Because Aang is the Avatar, he has a connection with nature as well as animals. If he’s lost, Aang is able to “listen” to the spirits of the trees, rivers, and mountains who “tell” him which way to go. He is a trickster hero uninhibited by social constraints, and constantly breaking taboos.
5” scale Figures based off the Avatar: The Last Airbender animation
Aang is featured in his iconic traditional young Air Nomad attire
Designed with 10 points of articulation for play and pose
Figure is showcased in Avatar: The Last Airbender card-backed blister packaging
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Sokka is a bullheaded, sarcastic teenager who believes that his way is the only way. He shows the strength and determination of a warrior, but lacks the experience and wisdom to use them effectively. Sokka’s goal in life is to reunite with his father, so that together they may exact revenge against the Fire Nation for destroying their tribe. His most prized possession is a boomerang, a traditional weapon of his Water Tribe, which his father bequeathed to him before leaving the tribe. Sokka is not in touch with his spiritual side and doesn’t trust anything he can’t physically see or touch. Therefore, he’s practical; preferring tools and weapons to Bending, which he has not learned. Sokka’s personality is abrasive at times, but his loyalty and courage are steadfast. He holds grudges and has difficulty forgiving anyone who has done harm to him or his sister.
5” scale Figures based off the Avatar: The Last Airbender animation
Sokka is featured in his traditional Water Tribe Attire
Designed with 10 points of articulation for play and pose
Includes Boomerang and Sheath
Figure is showcased in Avatar: The Last Airbender card-backed blister packaging
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Katara is a caring and passionate 14-year-old girl. Kindness and empathy are her most endearing traits. Katara is determined to save the world, despite her limited abilities. Katara is a Waterbender who longs to become a Master Waterbender in order to save her tribe. She practices Waterbending every day, adapting it to the basic Airbending philosophy and stances that Aang teaches her. Her mother died when she was 8 years old, so she was forced to grow up fast. Katara wears her mother’s necklace as a reminder of her nurturing spirit. Katara is very mature and responsible for her age and always plays the mediator between the often bickering Aang and Sokka, her brother.
5” scale Figures based off the Avatar: The Last Airbender animation
Katara is featured in her traditional Water Tribe Attire
Designed with 10 points of articulation for play and pose
Figure is showcased in Avatar: The Last Airbender card-backed blister packaging
Collect all additional McFarlane Toys Avatar: The Last Airbender 5" figures
Zuko is an incredibly focused teenage Firebender who bullies and intimidates everyone around him. He is obsessed with capturing the Avatar. Prince Zuko is the oldest son of Fire Lord Ozai, ruler of the Fire Nation, and the great-grandson of Fire Lord Sozin, who conceived the war. When Prince Zuko was 14, he spoke out against his father and the Fire Nation’s conquest. To teach his insubordinate son a lesson, Fire Lord Ozai forced his son to fight him in a traditional Firebender duel. The Fire Lord defeated his son in front of his royal army, stripped the Prince of his birthright to the throne and banished him from his homeland, telling him the only way he will allow his return is with the Avatar, dead or alive. This is now Prince Zuko’s mission. Each day, Zuko studies Firebending with his Uncle, the Fire Lord’s brother. Zuko is a powerful Firebender for his age and eager to develop his skills. Zuko’s greatest weaknesses are his arrogance and impatience. He believes Firebending is the most dominant art and can never be bested by Water, Earth, or Airbending. Zuko’s teenage overconfidence makes him believe he’s invincible.
5” scale Figures based off the Avatar: The Last Airbender animation
Zuko is featured in his traditional Fire Naton Army Attire
Designed with 10 points of articulation for play and pose
Figure is showcased in Avatar: The Last Airbender card-backed blister packaging
Collect all additional McFarlane Toys Avatar: The Last Airbender 5" figures
Includes 2x Fire Daggers
Aang is the hero and spirit of the show. This adventurous 12- year-old is the last Airbender and only known survivor of the Air Nomads, the arrow on his head a constant reminder of his lineage. His destiny is to learn the art of the Avatar and defeat the Fire Lord of the Fire Nation. But rather than save the world, Aang searches for adventure. He wants a life full of fun experiences, not heavy responsibilities. Aang believes people are either in harmony with the Spirit of the Planet, or corrupt and misled. Because Aang is the Avatar, he has a connection with nature as well as animals. If he’s lost, Aang is able to “listen” to the spirits of the trees, rivers, and mountains who “tell” him which way to go. He is a trickster hero uninhibited by social constraints, and constantly breaking taboos. An Airbender's signature tool is his staff. The staff doesn’t possess any magical properties. The staff is used as a weapon to enhance the amount and power of attacks and defenses by helping the Airbender move and manipulate air to compliment their bending. It can also transform into a small glider allowing the Airbender to glide the currents and Three dimensional movement while other benders are stranded on the ground.
5” scale Figures based off the Avatar: The Last Airbender animation
Aang is in his iconic traditional young Air Nomad attire and features a new face expression
Designed with 10 points of articulation for play and pose
Includes Glider
Figure is showcased in Avatar: The Last Airbender window box packaging
Collect all additional McFarlane Toys Avatar: The Last Airbender 5" figures
Aang can attach to the glider and mimic in show gliding action
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