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The animated Lord of the Rings movie, The War of the Rohirrim, arrives later this year and McFarlane are releasing a series of 3.75 inch figures from the movie. The four figure wave includes Helm Hammerhand, Wulf, Hera, and Shank. If you buy all four you can also collecto parts to build a Snow Troll. These figures are packed on a blister card and include 6 points of articulation as well as a weapon. The figures will ship in December 2024. We've added these to our McFarlane Collector Database It is unclear why McFarlane's blurb is referring to War of the Rohirrim as a TV series From The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim TV series comes this Wulf 3 3/4-inch tall action figure. Collect all 4 figures (each sold separately) from Wave 1 to build a Snow Troll. The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim Build-A Wulf 4-Inch Scale Action Figure comes with a sword and has 6 points of articulation for easy display. From The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim TV series comes this Shank 4-inch scale action figure. Collect all 4 figures (each sold separately) from Wave 1 to build a Snow Troll. The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim Build-A Shank 4-Inch Scale Action Figure comes with an axe and has 6 points of articulation for easy display. From The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim TV series comes this Hera 3 3/4-inch tall action figure. Collect all 4 figures (each sold separately) from Wave 1 to build a Snow Troll. The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim Build-A Hera Princess of Rohan 4-Inch Scale Action Figure comes with a sword and cloth cape. She has 6 points of articulation for easy display. From The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim TV series comes this Helm 4-inch scale action figure. Collect all 4 figures (each sold separately) from Wave 1 to build a Snow Troll. The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim Build-A Helm Hammerhand 4-Inch Scale Action Figure comes with Helm's Hammerhand and a cloth cape. The figure has 6 points of articulation for easy display. To manage our storage costs, news article images are archived after 12-months. Accept our apologies if you have reached this news article, and the images are no longer available If you are reading this via a 3rd party website that is importing our newsfeed, please come and visit us directly and give us a follow on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . Check out our direct news feed for more action figure news, reviews, and store reports About Me : As a child of the '70s and '80s I grew up in a golden age for action figures and in my youth bought and sold myself through collections of Star Wars, G.I. Joe (Action Force), and M.A.S.K. while also dabbling in He-Man, Transformers and Ghostbusters. Roll forward and I am now reliving that Youth with the action figures of today and am a collector and fan of the larger 6-8 inch figures from my favourite movie and TV licenses - including the ones mentioned above, but also the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Who, and the Aliens. I launched The Mephitsu Archives in 2015 with a view of creating a UK-focused site or these figures where fans can pick up the latest action figure news, read reviews and get information on where to buy their figures and what is currently on store shelves. I hope I am delivering that to you guys...

McFarlane has shared these early looks at three new DC Multiverse Collector Edition releases including Simon Baz Green Lantern, Mister Terrific (JSA), and Grid from Forever Evil. All three are live for pre-orders as of the 17th of October 2024. And there are Platinum versions available for all three which are randomly distributed within the main distribution channels. These Platinum chase variants include a different costume and face paint for Mr. Terrific, a white accent costume for Green Lantern, and a repainted variant of Grid, We've had them all added to our extensive McFarlane Collector Database The pre-Flashpoint Michael Holt lost his wife in an accident and was visited by the Spectre, who told him about the Golden Age Mister Terrific (Terry Sloane). This inspired Holt to become a Super Hero and continue the Mister Terrific legacy. He became the chairman of the Justice Society of America and developed a friendly rivalry with Batman. In an ironic twist, the post-Flashpoint Michael Holt was captured by Earth-2's Mister Terrific, Terry Sloan, when he was stranded in that reality As a Muslim growing up in Michigan, Simon Baz was often the target of bigotry. After he lost his job at an automotive plant, Simon started stealing cars to make ends meet. One night he stole a van, and discovered a ticking bomb inside the vehicle. After a high-speed chase he was taken into custody as a suspected terrorist. Amid harsh interrogation by federal agents, a power ring sought Baz out, conferring on him the abilities and responsibilities of a Green Lantern. A reluctant Super Hero, Baz considered the selection a mistake, but sought to do his best to help people. Grid was a software program that gathered information for Cyborg. The program grew and evolved into a living computer virus. In its new, malevolent form, this sentient form of artificial intelligence attacked the Justice League, forming an alliance with Earth-3's Crime Syndicate. For its invaluable services, Grid demanded two things: a body, culled from the robotic prostheses of Cyborg, and emotions, which was its ultimate goal To manage our storage costs, news article images are archived after 12-months. Accept our apologies if you have reached this news article, and the images are no longer available If you are reading this via a 3rd party website that is importing our newsfeed, please come and visit us directly and give us a follow on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . Check out our direct news feed for more action figure news, reviews, and store reports About Me : As a child of the '70s and '80s I grew up in a golden age for action figures and in my youth bought and sold myself through collections of Star Wars, G.I. Joe (Action Force), and M.A.S.K. while also dabbling in He-Man, Transformers and Ghostbusters. Roll forward and I am now reliving that Youth with the action figures of today and am a collector and fan of the larger 6-8 inch figures from my favourite movie and TV licenses - including the ones mentioned above, but also the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Who, and the Aliens. I launched The Mephitsu Archives in 2015 with a view of creating a UK-focused site or these figures where fans can pick up the latest action figure news, read reviews and get information on where to buy their figures and what is currently on store shelves. I hope I am delivering that to you guys...

Revealed by McFarlane is this new DC Multiverse Batman Beyond Batmobile. There will be two Gold Label releases with the vehicle available singularly on Amazon as an exclusive and as a boxed set, also including Batman Beyond, which will be sold at Walmart (US) and on the McFarlane Store. The Batman Beyond Batmobile is live for pre-order as of the 17th of October as NYCC 2024 and Walmart Collector Con get underway. We've added both versions to our McFarlane Collector Database Terry McGinnis was just an ordinary teenager, until his father was mysteriously killed. Suspecting foul play, Terry meets an older, bitter Bruce Wayne and learns a secret hidden for decades. When Bruce refuses to help, Terry steals and dons a high-tech, tricked-out Bat-suit in a quest to avenge his father's death as Batman! Incredibly detailed 7” scale vehicle and Batman Beyond figure based on the BATMAN BEYOND Includes vehicle stand, Batman Beyond features adjustable wings, extra hands and collectible art card with character art on the front, and character biography on the back Batmobile features lights and sound and include Batman action figure Vehicle requires 3 AAA Batteries not included. Terry McGinnis was just an ordinary teenager, until his father was mysteriously killed. Suspecting foul play, Terry meets an older, bitter Bruce Wayne and learns a secret hidden for decades. When Bruce refuses to help, Terry steals and dons a high-tech, tricked-out Bat-suit in a quest to avenge his father's death as Batman! Incredibly detailed 7” scale vehicle based on BATMAN BEYOND Batmobile features lights and sound Includes vehicle stand and collectible art card with character art on the front, and character biography on the back Vehicle requires 3 AAA Batteries not included. *Batman figure sold separately Collect all McFARLANE TOYS DC MULTIVERSE figures To manage our storage costs, news article images are archived after 12-months. Accept our apologies if you have reached this news article, and the images are no longer available If you are reading this via a 3rd party website that is importing our newsfeed, please come and visit us directly and give us a follow on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . Check out our direct news feed for more action figure news, reviews, and store reports About Me : As a child of the '70s and '80s I grew up in a golden age for action figures and in my youth bought and sold myself through collections of Star Wars, G.I. Joe (Action Force), and M.A.S.K. while also dabbling in He-Man, Transformers and Ghostbusters. Roll forward and I am now reliving that Youth with the action figures of today and am a collector and fan of the larger 6-8 inch figures from my favourite movie and TV licenses - including the ones mentioned above, but also the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Who, and the Aliens. I launched The Mephitsu Archives in 2015 with a view of creating a UK-focused site or these figures where fans can pick up the latest action figure news, read reviews and get information on where to buy their figures and what is currently on store shelves. I hope I am delivering that to you guys...

NECA's latest playset is confirmed as the Beetlejuice Dante's Inferno Room playset as seen at SDCC 2024. This NECA Store Exclusive will feature a diorama of Dante's Inferno Room standing 18 inches tall and 24 inches wide. It also includes light-up functionality. Along with the diorama comes an exclusive 7-inch Ultimate Beetlejuice in his trench coat with spikes as seen in this scene from the original Beetlejuice movie. The figure will include four different face options as well as extra hands. The package is available for pre-order - including International orders - for a limited period that runs to the 6th of November. The set is then expected to ship in the 2nd Quarter of 2025 (April-June). We have added this new exclusive diorama set to our extensive NECA Collector Database Take your Beetlejuice display to the next level with this deluxe diorama set from NECA! Recreated from the iconic scene in the original 1988 Tim Burton film, Dante’s Inferno Room is the hottest nightclub in the Afterlife! This highly detailed diorama is a great multi-tiered centerpiece for your whole collection and features movie-authentic LEDs. It comes with an exclusive Ultimate Beetlejuice articulated action figure sporting his spiked trench coat look from the scene. Standing over 18 inches tall and two feet wide, this diorama requires three AAA batteries (not included) and features USB-C plug-in capability (cable not included). Some assembly required. To manage our storage costs, news article images are archived after 12-months. Accept our apologies if you have reached this news article, and the images are no longer available If you are reading this via a 3rd party website that is importing our newsfeed, please come and visit us directly and give us a follow on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . Check out our direct news feed for more action figure news, reviews, and store reports About Me : As a child of the '70s and '80s I grew up in a golden age for action figures and in my youth bought and sold myself through collections of Star Wars, G.I. Joe (Action Force), and M.A.S.K. while also dabbling in He-Man, Transformers and Ghostbusters. Roll forward and I am now reliving that Youth with the action figures of today and am a collector and fan of the larger 6-8 inch figures from my favourite movie and TV licenses - including the ones mentioned above, but also the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Who, and the Aliens. I launched The Mephitsu Archives in 2015 with a view of creating a UK-focused site or these figures where fans can pick up the latest action figure news, read reviews and get information on where to buy their figures and what is currently on store shelves. I hope I am delivering that to you guys...

After many months of speculation, rumours, and leaks McFarlane have finally previewed their 1978 Christopher Reeve Superman DC Multiverse Collector Edition figure. Superman looks to feature soft goods cape and will be fully revealed and open for pre-order as of the 23rd of October 2024. We have added Superman to our comprehensive McFarlane Collector Database To manage our storage costs, news article images are archived after 12-months. Accept our apologies if you have reached this news article, and the images are no longer available If you are reading this via a 3rd party website that is importing our newsfeed, please come and visit us directly and give us a follow on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . Check out our direct news feed for more action figure news, reviews, and store reports About Me : As a child of the '70s and '80s I grew up in a golden age for action figures and in my youth bought and sold myself through collections of Star Wars, G.I. Joe (Action Force), and M.A.S.K. while also dabbling in He-Man, Transformers and Ghostbusters. Roll forward and I am now reliving that Youth with the action figures of today and am a collector and fan of the larger 6-8 inch figures from my favourite movie and TV licenses - including the ones mentioned above, but also the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Who, and the Aliens. I launched The Mephitsu Archives in 2015 with a view of creating a UK-focused site or these figures where fans can pick up the latest action figure news, read reviews and get information on where to buy their figures and what is currently on store shelves. I hope I am delivering that to you guys...

Tamashii Nations are set to release their next S.H. Figuarts figure from Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse in April 2025. Peter B. Parker and Mayday are as seen in the 2023 Spider-Verse movie with Peter featuring parts to display him masked, or unmasked as well as with his full Spider-suit or with exposed hands & socks with slippers. You also get a soft goods pink dressing gown and a papoose for the articulated Mayday figure. Pre-orders for the pair are live at S.H. Figuarts stockists as of the 18th of October. To manage our storage costs, news article images are archived after 12-months. Accept our apologies if you have reached this news article, and the images are no longer available If you are reading this via a 3rd party website that is importing our newsfeed, please come and visit us directly and give us a follow on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . Check out our direct news feed for more action figure news, reviews, and store reports About Me : As a child of the '70s and '80s I grew up in a golden age for action figures and in my youth bought and sold myself through collections of Star Wars, G.I. Joe (Action Force), and M.A.S.K. while also dabbling in He-Man, Transformers and Ghostbusters. Roll forward and I am now reliving that Youth with the action figures of today and am a collector and fan of the larger 6-8 inch figures from my favourite movie and TV licenses - including the ones mentioned above, but also the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Who, and the Aliens. I launched The Mephitsu Archives in 2015 with a view of creating a UK-focused site or these figures where fans can pick up the latest action figure news, read reviews and get information on where to buy their figures and what is currently on store shelves. I hope I am delivering that to you guys...

A new DC Multiverse Collector Edition of Lightning Lad from Legion of Super Heroes has been listed by Walmart ahead of this coming week's Walmart Collector Con event. While the figure is not marked as a Gold Label Exclusive it has been confirmed as a Walmart Exclusive. It is number 28 in the Collector Edition series, putting it in the same run as the previewed figures of Simon Baz Green Lantern, Mister Terrific and Grid . Lighting Lad comes with two head options as well as further face plate options. We also get four 'speed force' accessories, the circular base and collector card. We have added Lightning Lad to our comprehensive McFarlane Collector Database While his twin sister has a tendency to follow her impulses and jump into the fray before anyone else, Garth Ranzz has been known to take a more measured approach. Born with lightning manipulation abilities and no less heroic in his actions, Lightning Lad has made a name for himself as a founder of the Legion of Super-Heroes Incredibly detailed 7” scale figure based on the DC MULTIVERSE™. Designed with Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range of posing and play. Includes collectible art card with character art on the front, and character biography on the back plus an art card display stand. To manage our storage costs, news article images are archived after 12-months. Accept our apologies if you have reached this news article, and the images are no longer available If you are reading this via a 3rd party website that is importing our newsfeed, please come and visit us directly and give us a follow on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . Check out our direct news feed for more action figure news, reviews, and store reports About Me : As a child of the '70s and '80s I grew up in a golden age for action figures and in my youth bought and sold myself through collections of Star Wars, G.I. Joe (Action Force), and M.A.S.K. while also dabbling in He-Man, Transformers and Ghostbusters. Roll forward and I am now reliving that Youth with the action figures of today and am a collector and fan of the larger 6-8 inch figures from my favourite movie and TV licenses - including the ones mentioned above, but also the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Who, and the Aliens. I launched The Mephitsu Archives in 2015 with a view of creating a UK-focused site or these figures where fans can pick up the latest action figure news, read reviews and get information on where to buy their figures and what is currently on store shelves. I hope I am delivering that to you guys...

The Big Bad Toy Store 25th Anniversary celebrations continue with the reveal of a new BBTS Exclusive release from Super7. The Thundercats Ultimates Mumm-Ra the Ever Living, Black & Red Version, is a variant of the main Super7 release featuring the same alternative head, hands and weapons. Mumm-Ra is due to ship later this October. We've added this new exclusive release into our extensive Super7 Collector Database If you thought that Mumm-Ra the Ever Living was intimidating before, wait until you see him in this menacing black-and-red colorway! The latest 7” scale, highly articulated ThunderCats ULTIMATES! Mumm-Ra the Ever Living is inspired by the classic animated television series and features the master of magic in an exclusive black and red colorway. The demon priest also comes with multiple interchangeable heads and hands, as well as an assortment of accessories including two versions of the Sword of Plun-Darr, a dagger, and a soft goods cape. You’ll have no problem believing that this limited edition red and black Mumm-Ra the Ever Living ULTIMATES! figure is channeling the Ancient Spirits of Evil once you add it to your collection! To manage our storage costs, news article images are archived after 12-months. Accept our apologies if you have reached this news article, and the images are no longer available If you are reading this via a 3rd party website that is importing our newsfeed, please come and visit us directly and give us a follow on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . Check out our direct news feed for more action figure news, reviews, and store reports About Me : As a child of the '70s and '80s I grew up in a golden age for action figures and in my youth bought and sold myself through collections of Star Wars, G.I. Joe (Action Force), and M.A.S.K. while also dabbling in He-Man, Transformers and Ghostbusters. Roll forward and I am now reliving that Youth with the action figures of today and am a collector and fan of the larger 6-8 inch figures from my favourite movie and TV licenses - including the ones mentioned above, but also the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Who, and the Aliens. I launched The Mephitsu Archives in 2015 with a view of creating a UK-focused site or these figures where fans can pick up the latest action figure news, read reviews and get information on where to buy their figures and what is currently on store shelves. I hope I am delivering that to you guys...

Joining the McFarlane DC Multiverse figures already announced from Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice is this new Gold Label 2-Pack featuring a battle-damaged Armoured Batman and a fully masked Knightmare Batman - variants of the general single release. The set will also include a selection of accessories for both characters, an environmental base, and two collector cards. The set is a Walmart and McFarlane Store Exclusive live for pre-order as of the 17th of October 2024 as part of the NYCC 2024 and Walmart Collector Con event. We've added the set to our McFarlane Collector Database Gotham City's formidable, forceful vigilante takes on Metropolis's most revered, modern-day savior, while a new threat quickly arises, putting mankind in greater danger than it's ever known before Designed with Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range of posing and play.  Incredibly detailed 7” scale figures based on the DC MULTIVERSE™. As featured in BATMAN v SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE™. Includes grappling gun, rifle, crossbow, gas canister, grenade launcher, pistol, 2 alternate hands and environmental base. Includes 2 collectible art card with character art on the front and character biography on the back. To manage our storage costs, news article images are archived after 12-months. Accept our apologies if you have reached this news article, and the images are no longer available If you are reading this via a 3rd party website that is importing our newsfeed, please come and visit us directly and give us a follow on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . Check out our direct news feed for more action figure news, reviews, and store reports About Me : As a child of the '70s and '80s I grew up in a golden age for action figures and in my youth bought and sold myself through collections of Star Wars, G.I. Joe (Action Force), and M.A.S.K. while also dabbling in He-Man, Transformers and Ghostbusters. Roll forward and I am now reliving that Youth with the action figures of today and am a collector and fan of the larger 6-8 inch figures from my favourite movie and TV licenses - including the ones mentioned above, but also the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Who, and the Aliens. I launched The Mephitsu Archives in 2015 with a view of creating a UK-focused site or these figures where fans can pick up the latest action figure news, read reviews and get information on where to buy their figures and what is currently on store shelves. I hope I am delivering that to you guys...

The next McFarlane DC Super Powers release will be a new 3-Pack including Hourman, Starman and Green Lantern. The 4.5 inch figures are packed into blister packaging paying homage to the 80s toys. The set is a December 2024 release. We've added it over on our McFarlane Collector Database Continuing the legacy of the DC Super Powers line of the 80s, comes your favorite hero in the classic nostalgia series you love. The DC Super Powers Green Lantern, Hourman, and Starman 4 1/2-Inch Scale Action Figure 3-Pack features each character with approximately 5 points of articulation. The characters come packaged in iconic Super Powers blister packaging with artwork and logos reflecting your favorite character. Hourman: Brilliant chemist Rex Tyler invented a vitamin he called Miraclo, which granted him superpowers - but only for one hour Starman: Ted Knight became Starman after inventing a Gravity Rod that gathered and focused ambient energy from the stars Green Lantern: Earth's original Green Lantern and a founding member of the Justice Society of America, Alan Scott has been a trailblazer for over 80 years To manage our storage costs, news article images are archived after 12-months. Accept our apologies if you have reached this news article, and the images are no longer available If you are reading this via a 3rd party website that is importing our newsfeed, please come and visit us directly and give us a follow on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . Check out our direct news feed for more action figure news, reviews, and store reports About Me : As a child of the '70s and '80s I grew up in a golden age for action figures and in my youth bought and sold myself through collections of Star Wars, G.I. Joe (Action Force), and M.A.S.K. while also dabbling in He-Man, Transformers and Ghostbusters. Roll forward and I am now reliving that Youth with the action figures of today and am a collector and fan of the larger 6-8 inch figures from my favourite movie and TV licenses - including the ones mentioned above, but also the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Who, and the Aliens. I launched The Mephitsu Archives in 2015 with a view of creating a UK-focused site or these figures where fans can pick up the latest action figure news, read reviews and get information on where to buy their figures and what is currently on store shelves. I hope I am delivering that to you guys...

The third wave of McFarlane's DC Direct New Batman Adventures figures has been revealed as Firefly, Creeper and Batman in his anti-fire suit. Batman and Firefly include weapon accessories. All three figures then include alternative hands, a display stand, a reproduction animation cell and an art frame. These New Batman Adventures figures are down to release in December 2024. We've added these to our extensive McFarlane Collector Database The animated Batman saga continues with The New Batman Adventures! The New Batman Adventures Wave 3 Firefly 6-Inch Action Figure captures the amazing detail and look of the animation with unique cel shading. Accessories include a figure base, 6x extra hands, reproduction animation cel, and an art frame. The animated Batman saga continues with The New Batman Adventures! The New Batman Adventures Wave 3 Creeper 6-Inch Action Figure captures the amazing detail and look of the animation with unique cel shading. Accessories include a figure base, 4x extra hands, reproduction animation cel, and an art frame. The animated Batman saga continues with The New Batman Adventures! The New Batman Adventures Wave 3 Batman Anti-Fire Suit 6-Inch Scale Action Figure captures the amazing detail and look of the animation with unique cel shading. Accessories include a figure base, 6x extra hands, reproduction animation cel, and an art frame. To manage our storage costs, news article images are archived after 12-months. Accept our apologies if you have reached this news article, and the images are no longer available If you are reading this via a 3rd party website that is importing our newsfeed, please come and visit us directly and give us a follow on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . Check out our direct news feed for more action figure news, reviews, and store reports About Me : As a child of the '70s and '80s I grew up in a golden age for action figures and in my youth bought and sold myself through collections of Star Wars, G.I. Joe (Action Force), and M.A.S.K. while also dabbling in He-Man, Transformers and Ghostbusters. Roll forward and I am now reliving that Youth with the action figures of today and am a collector and fan of the larger 6-8 inch figures from my favourite movie and TV licenses - including the ones mentioned above, but also the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Who, and the Aliens. I launched The Mephitsu Archives in 2015 with a view of creating a UK-focused site or these figures where fans can pick up the latest action figure news, read reviews and get information on where to buy their figures and what is currently on store shelves. I hope I am delivering that to you guys...

"Ah Doctor, you have changed again. Your appearance is as inconstant as your intelligence. You have confounded me for the last time." The 2024 Emperor Davros release in the Character Options 5.5 inch Doctor Who Collector Series was one of two exclusives that landed in B&M stores in the UK in October. It represents the first time B&M has carried a single-packed figure since they began supporting the line in 2014. This means Davros comes in a revised box following the same design principles as the multi-packs inclusive of the current Doctor Who merchandise logo and colour scheme, but with the newer addition of a coloured accent depending on the Doctor whose era it is taken from - in this instance a purple hue for the Seventh Doctor era. This is only the second release to use this 7th Doctor scheme after last year’s Dalek 2-Pack also from Remembrance of the Daleks. The box for Davros carries the usual diamond callouts confirming the character and the scale of the line as well as the foil gold circular ‘limited edition’ sticker. On the back is one of Character Option’s comprehensive background pieces covering Davros as a recurring villain in Doctor Who and his history with the Doctor moving into the face-off during Remembrance of the Daleks with this Emperor Davros. Sadly for boxed collectors, B&M are applying a security sticker on the box. Hopefully, most stores will add it to the base, but the store we found our Davros in had it slapped on the back and sits over part of the text.  Inside our Davros figure sits within a carded backdrop that depicts the Dalek Saucer from Remembrance. Onto this is glued the blister for the Emperor and that means that the backdrop is ruined once the figure is removed, and the figure cannot be repacked once opened. This is a disappointing move for a line badged for Collectors, particularly after work has obviously gone into the backdrop only to see it destroyed to access the figure. In hand, our Emperor Davros is as we saw him in the 1989 serial with a standard Dalek base in creamy white with a twin-ledged skirt and a set of gold-painted hemispheres up the base of the body. The base then moves into a wider central section, expanding up and out to form the base for the dome top of the Emperor Dalek. This mid-section is devoid of any paint, but features cast ridged detail as seen in the actual prop. The top dome in two parts is trimmed in gold with two gold flattened dome lights that are inclusive of a clear plastic disc sandwiched in the centre. The dome is finished with a hexagon window trimmed in gold through which you can glimpse the interior of the Emperor.  There are a couple of minor issues with the upper dome in that the front half of the dome doesn’t sit flush with the base and there is a gap round the back too although I suspect this will vary based on the factory finish. This front half opens up on a pair of simple hinges on either side revealing Davros within. The interior of the dome is lined in a deeper gold with the head and shoulders of Davros sitting within a black inner base. Davros is a good likeness to Terry Molloy from his 1988 Remembrance appearance with the head coloured a sickly green/brown although this is arguably marginally too pale. Around the head we have the usual collection of metal framing in silver and wiring in red connecting to Davros’ third eye and into the side of his head - these are all oversized vs the on-screen prop but as small as was likely practical for a figure of his scale. The head is finished off with an extended silver microphone over the mouth.  The shoulders feature sculpted wiring and cables but most are left in the base black with a grey detail picking out some of the cables. The only colours of note are a large yellow cable, a similar-sized red at the other size, and some smaller diameter cables picked out in a blue that is not immediately visible against the black and grey. vs 2012 release (right) This is the same figure as originally released in 2012. This Emperor Davros had become a figure of some scarcity on the secondary market having only featured in one release, a limited exclusive for Forbidden Planet packed with a destroyed Imperial Dalek. It was also recently revealed that Character had misplaced the original mould for the figure and thought it lost - hence the reason the Emperor Davros had never been remade. Thankfully the mould was found and that opened the door for this very special return of Emperor Davros in 2024. vs 2012 release (right) Comparing the two figures and there is a sharper and darker gold used on the new figure, and the hexagonal window is a little clearer. The older interior was fully black, while the 2024 version has a gold backdrop to Davros which does make him stand out a little better - it is difficult to see on screen which is most accurate. The Davros body inside the Emperor Dalek sees the most changes to the original release with a lighter skin tone which was also perhaps not quite right to the onscreen prosthetics. The new version has more accurate colouring on the head wiring, while the original version has much more intricate painted shoulder wiring detail by some considerable distance. The older release also benefits from a better-fitting dome that clicks into a fully closed position when pushed down - the new one lacks this locking mechanism hence the ill-fitting look from some angles.  vs 2012 release (right) Emperor Davros has no specifically defined articulation other than the opening front panel and the usual trio of wheels on the base allowing him to be pushed around while also providing the base with a slight lift off any surface. The head of the figure has no ability to rotate, and the figure's shoulders and arms are a single piece locked into the innards of the Emperor Dalek base.  The 2024 Emperor Davros release retails at just £12.99 and represents a considerable saving to what has been the after-market price if a Remembrance Davros ever went up for sale. It doesn't fully replicate the original which will still hold some value and while the outer finish feels crisper with a better gold finish (and that may be due to fading over time), the interior Davros corrects some inaccuracies with the original figure’s head wiring but then lacks the level of detail on the visible shoulders. This new single format may very well be a big success on the back of some peg-warming 3-packs in recent years, and it will be interesting to see if this is carried forward in any way for future Classic re-releases. K eep Track of all the Doctor Who figures from Character Options at our comprehensive Doctor Who Collectors Database & Checklist If you are reading this via a 3rd party website that is importing our newsfeed, please come and visit us directly and give us a follow on Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . Check out our direct news feed for more action figure news, reviews, and store reports About Me : As a child of the 70's and 80's I grew up in a golden age for action figures and in my youth bought and sold myself through collections of Star Wars, G.I. Joe (Action Force) and M.A.S.K. while also dabbling in He-Man, Transformers and Ghostbusters. Roll forward and I am now reliving that Youth with the action figures of today and am a collector and fan of the larger 6-8 inch figures from my favourite movie and TV licences - including the ones mentioned above, but also the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Doctor Who and the Aliens. I launched The Mephitsu Archives in 2015 with a view of creating a UK focused site or these figures where fans can pick up the latest action figure news, read reviews and get information on where to buy their figures and what is currently on store shelves. I hope I am delivering that to you guys...