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“But in the arena, anything goes. That’s your best chance” For the Summer Conventions of 2022, Hasbro moved away from their normal convention format established over the previous 3-years and instead dipped into the Publishing Series for a new exclusive offering. The War of the Bounty Hunters Boba Fett in disguise was a simple repaint of the existing Boba Fett figure alongside a new tooled weapon. The packaging was pretty much in line with the other Publishing releases to date, replicating the look of a Book with an opening front cover, but to mark the exclusivity of the figure the cover was given a foil finish. The packaging was adorned with artwork from the 2021 comic series and the front cover depicted Fett in his black armour against a stark red and grey backdrop as seen on the ‘Directors Cut’ comic book cover. Inside the opening cover was more artwork from the comic series and a short piece of background text. The packaging is essentially plastic-free but the figure is still visible, with Hasbro having simply removed the plastic window from this set and then tying the figure into the inner cardboard tray with twist ties. The figure is designed to replicate Fett’s disguise that he uses during the events on Nal Shaddaa at the start of War of the Bounty Hunters. Boba has to earn some credits and to do this he fights in an arena against a series of foes. To avoid causing offence to the Kanji Hutt Clan, he paints his armour black to disguise himself and uses his father’s name Jango. As these events are set almost immediately after Fett leaves Cloud City with Han Solo, Hasbro has chosen to use the older Empire Strikes Back Boba Fett figure from 2013 as the base rather than the much improved 2021 base. The Fett armour has very simply been cast entirely in black plastic with no discernable shade or finish variation between the armoured panels and the suit underneath. All the weaponry on either wrist and the backpack are finished in the same colour and the soft goods cape is now black fabric. The cape is pristine in its finish and folded flat behind the backpack - in the comic art, this is shown as ragged and torn after a few battles which would have been a nice tweak for the figure release. The helmet carries the same moulded dent and is similarly coloured in a matt black, but there is a gloss finish to the visor. The look is a strange one as it is accurate enough to the comic artwork, but it does make the figure look like it's been undercoated in black and is pending more work. We really needed something else over the black to liven the whole figure up - whether that be a wash of some description, some battle damage and chipping with silver-flaked paint, or some detailing on key components to make them pop. The accessories include a black cast version of Boba Fett’s blaster, a simple piece that can be wielded in his right hand, or holstered in the working holster on the figure’s belt. There is then the new tooled piece a 7-inch spear with spikes at either end and a twin blade sitting at the top section like an axe head. This is thankfully not the same black as everything else and uses a very glossy deep brown almost grey finish. The smooth shaft fits into either - or both - hands for posing purposes. Posing is limited as the 2013 Boba Fett figure base was not particularly hot on articulation. While there are 16 points in total the single elbow joints won't quite reach the 90-degree mark due to the bulk of the forearm gauntlets. The shoulders are similarly held back by armour, with the figure pre-dating the flexible pauldrons or those that retract into the torso as the arms are raised. The legs fair better with double-jointed pinned knees sitting above an ankle rocker and beneath both a ball joint hip and thigh swivel. While the legs have a good range of motion, the shaping isn't quite right and Fett can look a tad bow-legged. The hips are also very loose and Fett has a tendency to slide off into the splits. Releasing a Boba Fett convention exclusive based on a unique comic book look at a time when his stock could not have been higher - thanks to his return to live action - should have been a huge success. Unfortunately, the figure has not done as well as expected and went from convention-exclusive to being available more readily at other retailers for a fraction of what Con attendees would have paid. The figure suffers from using a ten-year-old body with limited articulation to replicate a Boba Fett whom we find fighting in an arena - we needed more movement to take advantage of that setting and the huge new melee weapon included in the set. The paint finish too is lacklustre. Colouring the whole thing the same shade of black bar the visor has not worked and it looks flat and boring. There should have been other paint apps on top considering the price and some battle-worn detailing like a tattered cape and paint scratches. All-in-all this one is for the hardcore Boba Fett and comic book collectors. Keep Track of all the Star Wars Black Series figures from Hasbro at our comprehensive Star Wars Black Series 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...

“We did the right thing. We told the truth.” Omega from the Bad Batch was first released in 2022 in her Season 1 outfit, just a year later she received an updated look from Season 2 with a fully reworked figure reflecting her ‘Mercenary’ look. The figure was part of Wave 12 of the Galaxy Collection, and the final wave to feature plastic-free packaging. Omega therefore has a window-less box with the character and figure illustrated around the box front, back and side - while the final slanted side continues the montage artwork for Bad Batch in the deep red assigned colour. Omega is 18 in the Bad Batch series, and her artwork connects to the prior release of ‘Mercenary Gear’ Echo. The Season 2 Omega is a full new figure with no obvious re-use from the first release. She arrives in her more colourful Mercenary outfit including grey trousers, dark brown boots, a red top, two two-tone blue flight jacket, and an overlaid combat strap featuring sculpted pouches and tools. Paintwork is minimised as usual with the components cast in their base colours. We do get silver detail on the strap and some applied red paint to Omega’s right wrist where she has some wrapped cloth. There are two head sculpts included, one wearing her cap and the other without. Again these are both new and are a much better likeness to the now older Omega than the first figure. Like all the animated shows, the Black Series release has converted Omega’s look to a ‘real world’ setting and the final look is impressive with a recognizable look of Omega while not looking out of place alongside any of the live-action figures thanks to the strength of the sculpt and the applied facial print tech. The helmeted version features a brightly painted top to the hat in orange, yellow and red - while the alternative version sees the helmet replaced by an inserted hairpiece. Swapping of the heads is a bit more delicate than usual due to Omega’s size and proportions with a slimmer neck and therefore a smaller ball joint to connect to. I was pleased to find the heads are interchangeable across both Season 1 and Season 2 figures allowing you to use your spare head from this figure to also upgrade your Season 1 Omega if you wanted - be aware that the neck on the first Omega is even more delicate and while the ball joint is a perfect fit to the new head, you may inadvertently remove the whole neck when trying to take off the old figures head. The first Omega featured her energy bow but made it a bit too large for her to handle. This new version surprisingly reworks the bow for a new piece, making it smaller and more manageable for Omega to wield in its drawn position. Like the first version, it is coloured in gold and black with a translucent pink ‘string’ and energy dart. The front guard is an individual piece that clips onto the front of the bow via two plugs. The security on this piece once engaged has also been improved. And Hasbro has not stopped there, as Omega also features a folder version of her bow in the same gold and black colour scheme. She can hold this, or it can be plugged into a socket on the rear of her back and will then sit in the holstered position. Articulation has not been reduced despite Omega’s smaller frame, and she features 19 points of articulation all fully pinless. That provides her with sufficient movement to be posed with her bow in the firing position if you want to maximise that accessory - while also allowing her the ability to kneel, sit, or be posed running among just a few of the options available. The joints are all tight and secure and Omega holds most poses without support. The ‘Mercenary Gear’ Omega is most certainly a huge improvement on the original release and ties in Omega with the rest of the Season 2 Bad Batch figures. The articulation is great considering the smaller frame, and the accessories are a big improvement too on the original with the bow now useable in a posed position. There is nothing really to fault with this Omega, and it also offers a secondary benefit of allowing the first Omega to get an upgrade as the heads are interchangeable between the two figures - allowing a single Mercenary Omega to not only complete the Season 2 Bad Batch line up but allowing the second head to be used to improve the look of the Season 1 release. Keep Track of all the Star Wars Black Series figures from Hasbro at our comprehensive Star Wars Black Series 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...

"Afraid I was gonna leave without giving you a goodbye kiss?" "I'd just as soon kiss a Wookiee." Released as an Exclusive across the European Convention circuit of 2018, the Echo Base set from The Empire Strikes Back featured Han Solo and Princess Leia in their Hoth gear posed inside a diorama-designed box to recreate the Echo Base corridor scene. The set was initially restricted to the conventions at which it appeared including MCM London. Since then, it has made its way into more general circulation as additional stocks are cleared and offered to retailers. The packaging is the main selling point of the set. Considering the two-figure content, it is very large, sized more for the posed scene inside than anything else. It features a blue ice-coloured cardboard window box with a large front window including an icy border design and a further window on the top of the set. This is then all enclosed in an outer clear plastic opening sleeve that features the Black Series logo in ice blue. The side of the box features lined artwork of Solo and Leia, while the rear of the box carries a short piece of background text. Once opened, the two figures are secured into plastic trays that themselves are incorporated into the Echo Base corridor backdrop. As has been the case with all Black Series releases featuring some form of internal diorama, the background has little use outside of the packaging. Princess Leia in her Echo Base Hoth gear is the same figure as released earlier in 2018 as a mainline red box release. There are no exclusive elements or accessories included, and if you have the single release this is essentially a duplicate for your collection. That being said, it is an excellent figure with a great recreation of her padded jumpsuit, over which sits the beige waistcoat complete with Rebel rank insignia painted in silver, red, and blue. The head sculpt is fantastic and utilises both a great likeness to Carrie Fisher and the facial printing to capture the Empire Strikes Back Leia to a tee. The figure was also one of the early releases to feature two-part hair pieces meaning her hairline is crisp and clean against her skin, while the hair itself is detailed with her trademark plaited ringlets. She features three accessories, starting with a pair of removable goggles as seen when repairing the Falcon later on in the movie. While this is therefore not screen accurate to Echo Base itself I am glad that Hasbro included them. They feature a turquoise body with black painted lenses and a softer black strap that goes over Leia’s head. The fit is extremely tight and a bit of gentle heat will ease it along. The sizing is perfect in that the goggles can be posed on her forehead, or over her eyes. Leia also comes with the the welding tool, also seen during the scenes in the belly of the Exogorth, a black cast piece with good detail considering the size but zero decor. The final accessory is a DH-17 blaster, a weapon she went on to use on Bespin - but not on Hoth and not in this cold weather gear? The blaster itself has seen plenty of use in the Black Series and features a black cast main body and sights with a painted silver barrel. Leia features 16 points of articulation, including double-jointed pinned knees. The joints permit her a wide range of display options including wielding any of the included accessories. At the time this set was released, Han Solo had been seen just once previously in his Hoth gear and as part of the Deluxe Release with his Tauntaun back in 2015. When that figure was released, Hasbro chose to go with the blue colour for the jacket - the colour most people associated with Hoth Han thanks to the lighting during the Hoth scenes and the original Kenner figure release from 1980. For this set, they re-used the base figure but updated the coat to brown - the colour of the original prop. The body therefore is a re-use and like Leia, features a padded outfit from the boots, legs, and into the coat. The brown coat is detailed with a similar Rebel rank insignia as Leia but features a different set of coloured pins to reflect their differing ranks. Over the jacket, Han is wearing his gunslinger belt - carried forward from the original A New Hope Han - with a brown base colour, and silver detailing. The original Hoth Han figure had the hood up on the figure and a sculpted scarf, this new version saw the scarf be removed and the fur-lined hood recreated in soft goods. This is an individual piece and features a scarf piece in white material, stitched into a brown segment, and then the fur lining. Soft goods are a point of debate among collectors and are usually chosen to ensure articulation is retained on figures who would be constricted were their robes or cloaks to be a molded piece. The decision here therefore is a little bit odd as the soft goods have no bearing on the figure's articulation, and do not quite work with the rest of the figure. The scarf in particular looks poorly made, and while the fur has some aesthetic quality it takes a while to get it positioned around Han’s head. The head is taken from the Bespin Han Solo release from the same year so he can be displayed without his hood or Rebel Trooper-issued headgear. This gives the figure a further point of difference to the general release. The likeness is strong in the sculpt, but the facial printing does not appear to be as detailed as Leia and that does detract a little on Han’s finished look as he needs more definition and some more colour in his lips. Han’s single accessory is his standard DL-44 blaster, cast in black and with a brown painted grip and silver painted barrel. This fits into Han’s right hand, or into the working holster which is secured by a strap that comes over the grip and clips into the body of the holster. Han features the same 16 points of articulation as Leia with double-jointed pinned knees. Unlike Leia, the joints on Han feel loose in places with far too much movement in both the hip and shoulder joints straight out of the box. This looseness does seem to be isolated to a neutral stance, and when posed for display Han holds his stance well enough. The Echo Base Convention Exclusive was very much a set that was ticking a box for a show exclusive with an emphasis more on the packaging and internal diorama than the figures themselves. Leia is no different to the standard release, and while Han was upgraded to a brown coat and a hoodless look - the soft goods do detract from the finish. This look for Han remains exclusive at the time of writing, with the 2022 Archive release of Han on Hoth reverting to the hood-up version with goggles and Rebel headgear. The set’s popularity can be perhaps judged on the fact that a number of years later this is still available through online sellers for a fraction of the original convention price. For boxed collectors, it is a statement piece but will take up a fair amount of shelf space. For out-of-pack collectors, your sole benefit from the set will be the Hoth Han. Keep Track of all the Star Wars Black Series figures from Hasbro at our comprehensive Star Wars Black Series 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...

McFarlane and Entertainment Earth have confirmed a new Gold Label DC exclusive, a DC Retro Joker figure from the classic Batman TV series. This variant of The Joker is a Black Light variant with special black light reactive paintwork. It features the 'call out' bubble accessories, a collector card, a collector card stand, and a display base for the figure with built-in black lighting. The whole thing is wrapped up in special collector packaging and is limited to 6300 units. It is a May 2024 release DC Retro The Joker Batman: Classic TV Series Black Light Gold Label 6-Inch Action Figure - Entertainment Earth Exclusive: The Clown Prince of Crime with vivid black-light deco! Entertainment Earth Exclusive Joker action figure! Limited edition based on the 1966 Batman TV series. Includes a light-up base and art card with certificate of authenticity. Entertainment Earth Exclusive! Based on his appearance in the 1966 classic Batman TV series, this fluorescent criminal clown features exclusive black-light deco! Batman's nemesis comes with 2 action word bubble accessories, an exclusive card stand, and a display base with two battery-powered black lights. Also included is a collectible art card with character photography on the front and a certificate of authenticity on the back. With approximately 12 point of articulation, The Joker stands 6-inches tall and comes in deluxe packaging. This DC Retro The Joker Batman: Classic TV Series Black Light Gold Label 6-Inch Action Figure - Entertainment Earth Exclusive is a limited edition of 6,300 pieces. Order yours now! Ages 12 and up. Who is the impractical joker with a key to crime? With a maniacal laugh, a twisted sense of humor, and penchant for setting cunning traps, The Joker is one of Batman's most notoriously fiendish foes. But when it comes to putting an end to The Joker's crime sprees, Batman knows firsthand that The Joker's jokes are never very funny in the end. 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...

We have another NECA reveal courtesy of the Walmart Collector Con build-up, a new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle: The Last Ronin release of Casey Jones. Casey will feature a removable mask, alternative hands, a selection of improvised weapons, and his golf bag. The figure is not exclusive to Walmart but will be available first through them ahead of a wider general release at other retailers. From the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comic book series, The Last Ronin! In a future NYC far different than the one we know today; a lone surviving Turtle goes on a seemingly hopeless mission to obtain justice for his fallen family and friends. Based on the comic, this figure depicts Casey Jones' fight with the nefarious Foot Clan and features battle-ready deco. The Ultimate Casey Jones action figure stands in 7” scale with over 20 points of articulation. Comes in collector-friendly window box packaging with opening flap featuring a custom illustration by The Last Ronin artist Ben Bishop. 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...

There were four new Transformers Studio Series releases unveiled by Hasbro at WonderCon 2024. They included the Deluxe Class Sunstreaker (concept) from Bumblebee). A Deluxe Class Gamer Series Sideswipe from War For Cybertron. A Voyager Class Shockwave from the opening sequence of Bumblebee. These are May 2024 releases. We then have a Leader Class Dinobot Swoop from the 1986 Transformers movie coming in the Autumn. TRANSFORMERS STUDIO SERIES DELUXE TRANSFORMERS: BUMBLEBEE 111 CONCEPT ART SUNSTREAKER (HASBRO | Ages 8 and Up | Approx. Retail Price: $24.99 | Available: May 2024) Bring the epic action of the TRANSFORMERS movies from the big screen into your collection with the TRANSFORMERS Studio Series Deluxe Class Concept Art Sunstreaker action figure! Inspired by the concept art from the TRANSFORMERS: BUMBLEBEE film, this 4.5-inch action figure features classic conversion between robot and Cybertronian sports car mode in 19 steps. Includes 2 blaster accessories that attach in both modes and articulated heads, arms and legs for action poses. Pose the Concept Art Sunstreaker toy with the removable backdrop display and recreate the Cybertron Falls scene. Look for more TRANSFORMERS Studio Series collectible figures to build a movie-inspired collection (each sold separately, subject to availability). Available for pre-order on April 4th at 1PM EST on Hasbro Pulse and most major retailers. TRANSFORMERS STUDIO SERIES DELUXE TRANSFORMERS: WAR FOR CYBERTRON 07 SIDESWIPE (HASBRO | Ages 8 and Up | Approx. Retail Price: $24.99 | Available: May 2024) Bring the epic action from the TRANSFORMERS video games into your collection with the TRANSFORMERS Studio Series Deluxe Class 07 Gamer Edition Sideswipe action figure! Inspired by the TRANSFORMERS: WAR FOR CYBERTRON video game, this 4.5-inch action figure features classic conversion between robot and Cybertronian sports car mode in 24 steps. Comes with a blaster accessory that is swappable with the action figure’s arm to become a cannon attachment (accessory can be attached in both modes). Pose the Sideswipe toy with the removable backdrop display and recreate the Save Zeta Prime scene. Look for more TRANSFORMERS Studio Series Gamer Edition collectible figures to build a video game-inspired collection (each sold separately, subject to availability. Available for pre-order on April 4th at 1PM EST on Hasbro Pulse and most major retailers. TRANSFORMERS STUDIO SERIES VOYAGER TRANSFORMERS: BUMBLEBEE 110 SHOCKWAVE (HASBRO | Ages 8 and Up | Approx. Retail Price: $34.99 | Available: May 2024) Bring the epic action of the TRANSFORMERS movies from the big screen into your collection with the TRANSFORMERS Studio Series Voyager Class Shockwave action figure! Inspired by TRANSFORMERS: BUMBLEBEE film, this 6.5-inch action figure features classic conversion between robot and Cybertronian tank mode in 22 steps. Includes a 2-piece cannon accessory that combines together and attaches in both modes. Pose the Shockwave toy with the removable backdrop display and recreate the Cybertron Falls scene. Look for more TRANSFORMERS Studio Series collectible figures to build a movie-inspired collection (each sold separately, subject to availability). Available for pre-order on April 4th at 1PM EST on Hasbro Pulse and most major retailers. TRANSFORMERS STUDIO SERIES LEADER THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE 86 - 26 DINOBOT SWOOP (HASBRO | Ages 8 and Up | Approx. Retail Price: $54.99 | Available: Fall 2024) Bring the epic action of the TRANSFORMERS movies from the big screen into your collection with the TRANSFORMERS Studio Series Leader Class Dinobot Swoop action figure! Inspired by THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE film, this 8.5-inch action figure features classic conversion between robot and Pteranodon mode in 21 steps. Comes with 2 blasters and 2 sword accessories that can attach in both modes. Pose the Dinobot Swoop toy with the removable backdrop display and recreate the Battle of Autobot City scene. Look for more TRANSFORMERS Studio Series collectible figures to build a movie-inspired collection (each sold separately, subject to availability). Available for pre-order on April 4th at 1PM EST on Hasbro Pulse and most major retailers. 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...

Target in the US has fully unveiled their new DC Direct Batman: The Animated Series release of The Joker Mobile. The 6-inch scale vehicle will feature light-up functions and has seated space for your DC Direct Batman: The Animated Series figures. The Joker Mobile is a Target US Exclusive and has a May 2024 release date. Introducing the The Joker™ Mobile, the ultimate ride for Gotham's most notorious villain! Batman may have all the best toys, but now it's the Joker's turn to shine. Inspired by the iconic hotrod from Batman: The Animated Series, this 6” scale vehicle brings a touch of mischief to every adventure. Crafted with meticulous detail, The Joker™ Mobile is a tribute to the legendary television show BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES™. Its sleek design and vibrant colors capture the essence of the Clown Prince of Crime, making it a must-have for collectors and fans alike. Watch as the streets light up with chaos when The Joker™ Mobile hits the road! Featuring light-up eyes and teeth, this vehicle adds an extra layer of excitement to your playtime. Just imagine the Joker's mischievous smile glowing on the hood as he makes his daring escape from the Dark Knight. With enough room to seat most 6" BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES action figures, The Joker™ Mobile is ready to transport your favorite characters on thrilling adventures through Gotham City™. Don't miss out on the chance to complete your BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES™ collection! Collect all McFARLANE TOYS™ BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES™ figures and add the Joker™ Mobile to your lineup today. Let the mayhem begin! Requires 3 AA batteries (not included) Included collectible art card with character art on the front, and character biography on the back Figures sold separately. 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 G.I. Joe Classified Series reveals from Hasbro at WonderCon 2024 included a full look at the new Cobra Ferret and Ferret Scout. There were also Retro Carded reveals of the Snow Serpent. Cobra Eel, and Beach Head. These are all Summer 2024 releases with pre-orders live as of the 4th of April. Here in the UK these are going to be sold only through Hasbro Pulse unless other retailers source import stock. They are listed for release in July 2024. G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES #119, COBRA FERRET SCOUT & COBRA FERRET ATV (HASBRO | Ages 4 years & up | Approx. Retail Price: $54.99 | Available: Summer 2024) YO JOE! G.I. JOE is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. The brave members of G.I. JOE are prepared to seek out Cobra in any environment on the planet. Wherever there’s trouble, G.I. JOE is there. The G.I. JOE Classified Series evolves the retro toy fans know and love into a highly articulated 6-inch (150 mm) scale with premium deco and detailing. New to the G.I. JOE Classified Series line, Cobra Ferret Scout & Cobra Ferret ATV is #119 in the Classified Series sequence and comes ready for adventure, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability. This Scout figure contains 4 character-inspired accessory pieces including helmet, knife, and 2 weapon accessories. The ATV features an updated vehicle design with 14 unassembled pieces, including handlebars, rear rail bar, winch detail, adjustable cannon, and 2 missiles accessories, adding the Cobra ATV Driver to the rich history of G.I. JOE. The collectible windowed packaging showcases the figure along with accessory loadout, figure-specific File Card Icons, gorgeous original character artwork, and dynamic digital renders. The Cobra Ferret Scout & Cobra Ferret ATV makes a great gift for lifelong fans of G.I. JOE toys or for anyone who loves action and adventure. Look for other G.I. JOE figures and toys to build your roster of heroes and Cobra villains (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.) Available for pre-order April 4 at 1:00 PM ET at participating retailers. G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES RETRO CARDBACK SNOW SERPENT (HASBRO | Ages 4 years & up | Approx. Retail Price: $24.99 | Available: Summer 2024) YO JOE! G.I. JOE is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. The brave members of G.I. JOE are prepared to seek out Cobra in any environment on the planet. Wherever there’s trouble, G.I. JOE is there. The G.I. JOE Classified Series evolves the retro toy fans know and love into a highly articulated 6-inch (150 mm) scale with premium deco and detailing. New to the G.I. JOE Classified Series line, Snow Serpent comes ready for adventure, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability. Snakes usually tend to be cold blooded, but Snow Serpents thrive in polar temperatures as the frontline arctic infantry troopers of the Cobra forces. They train to parachute onto ice floes before marching miles with full field pack, assault rifle and anti-tank weapon. Snow Serpents can traverse vast icy plains and then vanish in a snow drift remaining unmoving for hours or even days only to emerge with a lethal barrage on their unsuspecting foes. This Snow Serpent figure features a classic deco and design of the Cobra Polar Assault Trooper that fans of the original 1980s G.I. JOE characters will love and 8 accessory pieces, including goggles, snowshoes, backpack, 3 weapon accessories, and a figure stand inspired by the character’s rich history. The Snow Serpent figure comes on a blister pack card with design and character art inspired by the classic Real American Hero figure line that is perfect for display. The Snow Serpent figure makes a great gift for lifelong fans of G.I. JOE toys or for anyone who loves action and adventure. Add multiple Snow Serpent figures to your collection and pose them with their accessories allowing you to send hordes of Cobra villains up against your heroic G.I. JOE figures! Look for other G.I. JOE figures and toys to build your roster of heroes and Cobra villains (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.) Available for pre-order April 4 at 1:00 PM ET at participating retailers. G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES RETRO CARDBACK COBRA EEL (HASBRO | Ages 4 years & up | Approx. Retail Price: $24.99 | Available: Summer 2024) YO JOE! G.I. JOE is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. The brave members of G.I. JOE are prepared to seek out Cobra in any environment on the planet. Wherever there’s trouble, G.I. JOE is there. The G.I. JOE Classified Series evolves the retro toy fans know and love into a highly articulated 6-inch (150 mm) scale with premium deco and detailing. New to the G.I. JOE Classified Series line, Cobra Eel comes ready for adventure, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability. More than 70 percent of the Earth is covered by water, and Cobra Eels serve as the frontline aquatic infantry troopers of the Cobra forces. Emerging from the murky depths they spread terror and wreak havoc. This Cobra Eel figure features a classic deco and design of the Cobra Combat Diver that fans of the original 1980s G.I. JOE characters will love and 7 accessory pieces, including helmeted mask with breathing hoses and dive light detail, rebreather backpack with propulsion units, 2 fins, dive knife, speargun, and a figure stand inspired by the character’s rich history. The Cobra Eel figure comes on a blister pack card with design and character art inspired by the classic Real American Hero figure line that is perfect for display. The Cobra Eel figure makes a great gift for lifelong fans of G.I. JOE toys or for anyone who loves action and adventure. Add multiple Cobra Eel figures to your collection and pose them with their accessories allowing you to send hordes of Cobra villains up against your heroic G.I. JOE figures! Look for other G.I. JOE figures and toys to build your roster of heroes and Cobra villains (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.) Available for pre-order April 4 at 1:00 PM ET at participating retailers. G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES RETRO CARDBACK BEACH HEAD (HASBRO | Ages 4 years & up | Approx. Retail Price: $24.99 | Available: Summer 2024) YO JOE! G.I. JOE is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. The brave members of G.I. JOE are prepared to seek out Cobra in any environment on the planet. Wherever there’s trouble, G.I. JOE is there. The G.I. JOE Classified Series evolves the retro toy fans know and love into a highly articulated 6-inch (150 mm) scale with premium deco and detailing. New to the G.I. JOE Classified Series line, Beach Head comes ready for adventure, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability. Beach Head was a lane instructor at Ranger School and an Observer/Advisor at the Covert Ops School in Central America. He's meticulous, patient, and strong-willed. "Most folk will get mad on occasion or at least get irritable – not Beach Head. He thinks anger is a waste of time and energy. Fury impairs judgement and makes you careless. The results of anger are totally unacceptable to Beach Head. He doesn't get angry...he gets even."  This Beach Head figure features a classic deco and design of the G.I. JOE Ranger that fans of the original 1980s G.I. JOE characters will love and 10 accessory pieces, including backpack, crossbow, satchel bag, 2 grenades, 2 knives, 2 weapon accessories, and figure stand inspired by the character’s rich history. The Beach Head figure comes on a blister pack card with design and character art inspired by the classic Real American Hero figure line that is perfect for display. The Beach Head figure makes a great gift for lifelong fans of G.I. JOE toys or for anyone who loves action and adventure. Look for other G.I. JOE figures and toys to build your roster of heroes and Cobra villains (Each sold separately. 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McFarlane have confirmed a Platinum Edition Chase release of The Spectre from the DC Multiverse line and based on the Crisis on Infinite Earths storyline. The figure is a repaint of the general release with a darker grey suit with Green Lantern symbol. It still features the build-a-figure part for The Monitor. The Platinum Edition should be randomly packed into the cases of the standard release, but McFarlane are also giving US collectors a chance to be drawn to win one through the 'Run Fair' program. Jim Corrigan is The Spectre, the mystical embodiment of divine wrath. Torn between his desire for revenge and his destined role as an instrument of justice, Corrigan fights both the evils of the world and his own base human impulses. The only being on Earth capable of holding his own against the Anti-Monitor, The Spectre buys Earth's other heroes precious time to execute their ultimate plan to save creation. 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 three releases in McFarlane's Warhammer 40k series were revealed last month at the Warhammer Relics Festival. The figures have now gone up for pre-order at Target in the US for a May 2024 release. The Iron Warriors Chaos Marine is specifically labelled as a Gold Label Exclusive and includes Bolt Pistol, Combat Knife, Power Mace, and Boltgun. The Blood Angel Reiver Sergeant comes with a Bolt Pistol, Grapnel Launcher, Bolt Carbine, and Combat Knife. We also have a Ymagarl variant of the Genestrealer, a figure that has been released as an Artists Proof - but now comes fully painted. The Genestealer features alternative hands/claws for the upper arms. The Reiver Sergeant and Genestealer are not labeled as a Gold Label and that likely means it is a general release with a 'first to market' arrangement with Target. Regardless of Exclusivity status in the US, these figures should hit the UK and other territories as general releases to McFarlane stockists via the Regional Importer. Originally the IVth Space Marine Legion, the Iron Warriors fell to the Ruinous Powers during the Horus Heresy ten millennia ago. Fighting an endless war against the Imperium, they are renowned and feared as specialists in attrition and siege warfare. They advance like a grinding war machine, metal and munitions marching forward beneath the icon of the iron skull, one that strikes fear into the most stalwart defenders. Incredibly detailed 7” scale figure based off the Warhammer 40,000 Franchise Designed with Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range of posing and play Accessories include Bolt Pistol, Combat Knife, Power Mace, Boltgun, collectible art card and display base Collect all McFarlane Toys Warhammer 40,000 Figures The Blood Angels, noble Space Marines, are known for their ferocious Red Thirst and Black Rage psychosis. They excel in rapid strikes, but the Reivers take it to the next level, launching brutal assaults with sudden fury and shocking violence. They serve as terror troops, sowing fear and confusion among their foes. Contains 1 highly detailed, articulated collectible figure Accessories include Bolt Pistol, Grapnel Launcher, Bolt Carbine, Combat Knife, collectible art card and display base Officially licensed Warhammer 40,000 product Collect all additional McFarlane Toys Warhammer 40,000 Figures Genestealers are renowned for their ferocity in close combat, armed with diamond-hard claws and inhumanly fast reflexes. Telepathy between broods allows them to function even outside the range of the hive mind. They are an insidious force that seeks to spread its existence to other planets, mutating ignorant populations wherever they're found. By the time the innocent realise their fate, it is often much too late. Contains 1 highly detailed, articulated collectible figure Accessories include alternate hands, collectible art card and display base Officially licensed Warhammer 40,000 product Collect all additional McFarlane Toys Warhammer 40,000 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...

McFarlane has unveiled two new DC Multiverse Gold Label releases, exclusive to the McFarlane Store in the US. The first is a four-pack, the Superman Comics Sketch Edition Page Punchers release of The Ghosts of Krypton. The set features black and white 'Sketch' decor figures of Superman, Earth-2 Superman, Brainiac, and the Ghost of Zod. These are all repaints of the recently announced Page Punchers Ghost of Krypton wave. The whole set is packed up into a collector edition package with four exclusive comic books. It is a May 2024 release. There is then a single release of Batman of Earth-22 Infected, Dark Metal. This is entitled the Knightmare Edition and comes in a black and gold decor with a gold batarang accessory and display stands for the figure and collector's card with a black and gold 'Batman Who Laughs' logo. The set is packaged in a collector box with a May 2024 delivery date. Outside of the US, these may be available from the local importer. Haunted by the vision of a spectral General Zod seeking salvation, Superman embarks on a perilous journey into the Phantom Zone, where Kal-El discovers an army of deadly Brainiac drones! Superman soon learns that Val-Zod, the Superman of Earth-2, has also been lured to the Zone by ghosts from the past. Although powerless in the Phantom Zone, the Men of Steel, donning protective Kryptonian armor suits, vow to vanquish Brainiac and the menacing mechanical army. Four incredibly detailed 7" scale figures based on the exclusive included comics "Superman: Ghosts of Krypton" designed by McFarlane Toys. Designed with Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range of posing and play. Figures are featured in a sketch artist edition look, in an exclusive designer box. Include four exclusive sketch edition comic books from the 4 PART comic series. Includes one art card display stand and collectible art card with character art on the front and four figure display bases. McFarlane Toys Store Exclusive Gold Label Introducing the Batman of Earth -22, corrupted by the malevolent influence of The Joker's nanotoxins, transforming into the nightmarish entity known as The Batman Who Laughs! From the depths of the Dark Multiverse to the forefront of chaos and despair, this incredibly detailed 7" scale figure from the DC MULTIVERSE by McFarlane Toys captures the essence of this twisted incarnation of the Dark Knight like never before. Witness the fusion of Batman's perfect mind with the warped psyche of The Joker, resulting in a being driven by ultra-violence, chaos, and utter darkness. With his black & gold deco, The Batman of Earth -22 INFECTED strikes fear into the hearts of heroes and villains alike. Crafted with Ultra Articulation and featuring up to 22 moving parts, this figure offers a full range of posing possibilities, allowing you to recreate epic battles and diabolical schemes from across the multiverse. Accessories abound with a Batarang, figure base, authenticated art card, and an art card display base, inviting you to delve deeper into The Batman Who Laughs' dark realm. Join the ranks of collectors and enthusiasts alike and confront the darkness with The Batman of Earth -22 by McFarlane Toys. McFarlane Toys Store Gold Label Exclusive! Expand your universe, embrace the shadows, and collect all McFARLANE TOYS DC MULTIVERSE figures today! 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 previewed another new DC Multiverse release, a Gold Label Exclusive release of Mister Zsasz. The figure will come with Zsasz's knife and will be a US Exclusive to the McFarlane Store. Here in the UK, we will be able to pick up the figure via McFarlane stockists through the UK Distributor Bandai. It is listed as shipping in May 2024. Mister Zsasz is one of Gotham City's most ruthless serial killers. Zsasz's descent into madness began after his parents died. He gambled away their fortune at The Penguin's Iceberg Casino, and when the money ran out, The Penguin suggested he should go and kill himself. As Zsasz was about to do just that, he was attacked by a knife-wielding madman. Zsasz dispatched his assailant and experienced an epiphany: life was meaningless, but killing made everything comprehensible. He embarked on a murder spree, slaying hundreds and recording each kill with a cut on his body. 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. Accessories include knife and figure display base. Includes collectible art card with character art on the front, and character biography on the back. McFarlane Toys Store Gold Label Exclusive! 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...