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Marvel's Armadillo first appeared in the Marvel Comics in 1985 in Captain America and went on to face off against many of the Marvel heroes, including Spider-Man. Armadillo makes his Marvel Legends debut as an included build-a-figure in the late 2021 wave of Spider-Man figures. To build Armadillo you need to collect parts from 6 releases in the wave. This means picking up both the MCU figures from Spider-Man: No Way Home - although you can skip the Integrated Suit - the Gamerverse Miles Morales, and the Comic Book figures of Shriek and Morlun. Once gathered, the parts connect together via plug-in joints. The toughest of these to connect, and a common issue on these larger BAF's is the thigh joint which may need a bit of heat to soften it up and get it slotted into place. Armadillo stands just shy of 8-inches tall once assembled and is a weighty piece in hand. The main body parts are all cast in light sand colour plastic with the armoured panels over the top painted in a darker brown for contrast. There is also some shading added around the torso to enhance the body details - with more specific detail added on the claws on both hands and feet in a much darker grey finish. The head includes painted white eyes, white teeth and detailing around the eyes, nose, and mouth to add a level of realism including a hint of pink gum at the edge of the teeth. The large carapace is a separate item that covers the shoulders and most of the upper back. It is cast in a softer plastic and plugs into place by way of a socket between Armadillo's shoulder blades. The Carapace does finish the figure and the overall Armadillo modern comic look, but heavily impedes the arm movements when the figure is posed. You can display Armadillo without the carapace - although this looks slightly off. Despite his bulk, Armadillo still packs a punch on articulation with 18 points of articulation in total. The size of the figure means the elbows and knees are downgraded to a large single joint so will not move as far as a standard figure. The legs are pretty mobile despite this, and while Armadillo won't be kneeling or crouching there is some flexibility in his leg positions. There is however a balance issue with the ankle rockers not cut to pivot far enough forward and in a lot of more upright poses the weight of the figure pulls him backwards and topples him over. There are also niggles with the waist and neck joint which feel springy and want to pull back to their last position. Over time the head kind of works itself out once it's been posed a few times, but the torso joint remains an issue. Armadillo is another big, hefty build-a-figure that looks brilliant on display. He is also another fairly obscure character that Hasbro have weaved into the line following the likes of Stiltman and Xenmu in 2021. Collectors of all Marvel Legends will be happy with this wave and Armadillo, while Comic Book only collectors may be frustrated that half of Armadillo is packed with MCU characters. This format is however not new and is obviously key to making characters like Armadillo work in the larger BAF format. For more News, Reviews and a Checklist of Releases - visit our Marvel Legends Database 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...

Despite having this set since early November 2021, I have held off on my review until now considering what a huge spoiler this set was to those that had not seen the film. It was announced and released within the first week of the movie landing at the cinema here in the UK - a week or so after the US screenings. And while I applaud Hasbro for getting us new figures while the films are 'hot' as such - this set was perhaps a little too eagerly released. The Ghostbusters Plasma Series of 6-inch figures debuted in 2020 with Hasbro taking on the 6-inch scale license and bringing us a wave of the original Ghostbusters, Dana, and Gozer as well as a BAF of the Terror Dog. Subsequent releases included Louis and the same Terror Dog as a Convention Exclusive and what seems an odd choice in a 3.75-inch scale ECTO-1. In 2021 the line moved its focus to the new movie of Ghostbusters: Afterlife and repeated the format of a full-wave of figures combining the returning cast and the new 'crew' and a new BAF for the Terror Dog Sentinel. The main character of Pheobe was oddly absent from this wave - despite being shown in promo images - and in actual fact, she was held back for this special 2-pack titled 'The Family that Busts Together' where she is teamed up with the spectral version of her Grandfather, Egon Spengler. The set utilises the same rectangular box design as the single figures with the colour scheme and pattern based on the Ghostbusters uniform, and the set name inserted into a panel that looks like the GB's name tags. The side art to the left features Phoebe and Egon and the figures are shown together on the back of the box with a short piece of background text which would be considered a big spoiler if the box and contents had none done that already. "Pheobe's love of science and affinity for bustin' ghosts runs in the family. She's got Spengler blood after all." Pheobe, like the other younger characters of Trevor, Podcast, and Lucky, is a new figure sculpt and includes a new head sculpt of actor McKenna Grace. The likeness is a good one, and the photo-real technology aids this with the addition of more realistic eyes and facial shading than can be achieved using hand painting techniques. Like her Grandfather's figures in Wave 1 and again in this set, her glasses are added as part of the head sculpt. This makes them more robust but does mean they have quite thick rims and a side piece that joins directly to the head. The body is designed with the smaller frame that Pheobe has as a 12-year old girl but executed in that the flight suit she is wearing is too big and baggy for her. This includes a lot of ruffled material on the arms and the torso and the rolled-up pant legs with her red shoes underneath. Like all the suits to date, the sculpt is good but the paint is lacking with the body cast in the beige base colour. It really needs a darker wash and some weathering to take it up a notch. The decor that we do get applied is a Ghostbusters logo on the right shoulder, and a paint applied name badge that reads 'Spengler'. The belt, which is the same loose piece used on Trevor and the other kids, is cast in a darker olive green plastic and features no obvious detail other than a small hole which we will look at shortly. The set comes with a number of accessories all aimed for use by Pheobe. We have the PKE meter she uses throughout the movie. This is carried over from the Wave 1 figures and was originally included with Egon. This fits in her right or left hand, and can also be slung on her belt with a small peg on the handle of the device lining up with the hole on the belt I mentioned earlier. The fit is not great and the part falls off at the slightest touch, unfortunately. We then get a chess piece that features towards the start of the movie. The carved knight is well detailed considering the size and can be slotted between the fingers of the hands so Pheobe can expect it. The second interesting inclusion is a jar of spores & fungus that Egon collected and that Pheobe finds in the cellar. The bell jar is clear but painted partially inside with the same pink as the non-descript fungus within. It is a nice touch and something that can be held by Pheobe, or perhaps used in a background display or a diorama. The main accessory for Pheobe is her Proton Pack and this is a tweaked version of those used on the other figures both in Wave 1 and this Afterlife wave. Pheobe's pack features an opening feature for the Cyletron with a golden yellow painted centre and panels within. The cover that clips over the top is tight-fitting and once installed it is not obvious the pack is in two parts. The pack is cast in grey with painted wiring and connections with blue, yellow, and red detailing added as well as a couple of silver elements. These newer packs now have a plugin hose for the proton thrower and this slots into a socket under the main body of the pack. The hose appears to be more rigid than previous versions which do impact posing. The emitter can be held, or slung using another plug and socket on the upper right-hand side. The whole pack is then clipped to an olive green frame and straps which unplug to the left-hand side to allow it to be worn by Pheobe. The straps and frame do seem to have been adjusted for the smaller body of Phoebe so it sits snugly once worn - but that means you cant give the pack to Ghostly Egon or any of the other adult characters. The set comes with one of the proton stream effects. This piece was only given to Winston in Wave 1 but now comes - as it should have done originally - with all the figures in Wave 2 as well as the upcoming Glow-in-the-Dark variants. It is executed in a translucent yellow material in the centre and wrapped with translucent purple lightning. It uses a socket at the base of the beam that goes over the nozzle of the Proton Emitter. Adding the beam does overbalance the figure so you will have to widen Pheobe's stance or give her some support like a stand, or perhaps a ghost of her Grandfather, to balance her out. Phoebe features just 14 points of articulation losing any ankle articulation or rockers in terms of how the feet are slotted into the legs without any moveable joint. This means Pheobe is more difficult to get flat-footed on a surface once you go beyond the neutral stance. The single elbows also make it difficult to wield the Proton Emitter, a fact not helped by the more rigid cable. The 'Family that Busts Together' set is also used as a vehicle to correct an issue with the 2020 figures in that it brings us an alternative head for the original Terror Dog. The first wave build-a-figure was that of Vinz Clortho with the longer horns. When Hasbro did the 'Tully's Terrible Night' set for SDCC 2020 we hoped the Terror Dog in that set would be Zuul - but instead, the exact same Vinz Clortho dog was used. Included in this set is the corrected Zuul head with the shorter horns that can be swapped out onto your original Terror Dog or that from the Tully set. The fit is good as is the paint and decor match and I do want to call out the Hasbro team for recognising the issue and correcting it without making us buy another full Terror Dog. For clarity, the set only includes a headpiece. The images below illustrate how this looks on the existing Terror Dog body. The second figure in the set is the Spectral Egon Spengler who turns up at the climax of the movie in full spirit form to aid his Granddaughter and the rest of the team. The figure re-uses the Ghostbusters uniform body from the first Egon Spengler release, down to the hole in the back for the Proton Pack. The body is cast in a translucent pearlescent plastic, a similar treatment to other Hasbro 'spirit' releases like the Force Ghosts from Star Wars or the Astral Doctor Strange from the Marvel Legends line. It works in that it looks otherworldly to the point until we can start to see the inner workings of the figure which present as black sections inside the body. The only decor on the body is the Ghostbusters logo on the arm applied as a decal and the nameplate that reads 'Spengler' over the translucent purple. The head is a new sculpt and based on the aged and CGI recreation of Harold Ramis. This is also cast in translucent paint but partially painted with the face, beard, and hair all painted while the rear of the head fades back to the clear plastic. Like Phoebe and the original Egon, the glasses are part of the head and oddly still show a skin tone within the rims. The face print does give Egon a good likeness, but there are other paint issues like the grey hairline coming down too far onto the forehead and unpainted sculpted hair under the ears. Egon has the same articulation count as the normal 'adult' Ghostbusters from waves 1 and 2. This equates to 18 points of articulation with Egon getting a good level of mobility in the legs and a fair bit in the arms, with a double joint in the elbow which certainly helps massively when wielding a Proton Pack - less so here, but it is nice to have the option. Egon is easy to pose with all joints secure and doing the job they are designed for including the ability to stand with Pheobe to try and recreate those scenes from the movie. 'The Family that Busts Together' as a set does lots of things right. It allows for the release of Pheobe to complete the 2021 crew of Ghostbusters and gives her some interesting accessories as well as a tweaked screen accurate Proton Pack with the removable cover. The inclusion of the Zuul head for the Terror Dog is much appreciated. And the Egon figure is as good as any other 'ghost' figure from Hasbro but does still suffer from too many internal workings on show. The set was badly timed in my opinion, spoiling a scene that brought tears to my eyes and that fans all deserved to see for themselves and not on a toy shelf within days of the movie's release. That aside, well done Hasbro, and let's hope this is not the end of the Ghostbusters Plasma Series - although it would be a nice ending if that is the case? For more News, Reviews and a Checklist of Releases - visit our Hasbro Database 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 saw a flashback scene in the Disney+ series The Falcon & The Winter Soldier taking Bucky Barnes back into his past as the Winter Soldier pre his appearance in Captain America: The Winter Soldier in 2014. This presented Hasbro an opportunity to update their 2014 Winter Soldier figure - which was less than screen accurate - and release him as a special stand-alone release under the Disney+ banner and badged as a release for The Falcon & The Winter Soldier. While the figure was due in the Spring of 2022, it shipped early in the UK into Smyths Toys and to a number of UK stockists via Hasbro UK. It comes in the standard Marvel Legends packaging and is aligned in terms of design and colour choice to the Disney+ Wave figures of Zemo, Falcon, Bucky and US Agent from the Spring of 2021 - this includes the use of a grey, Captain America Shield design figure card back. The side illustration shows the masked Winter Soldier, and a larger version of this is displayed on the rear with a short piece of text that aligns to the 'Flashback' subtitle given to the figure. "Though Bucky Barnes has fought to become himself again, in his darkest nightmares his greatest fear comes to life... that he is still the Winter Soldier!" The new release utilises the original 2014 figure from The Winter Soldier, a body that has been used a few times since on Winter Soldier figures. The original figure felt a little out of proportion and still presents with slightly longer legs and large feet but the new deco and the new head sculpts have done wonders for the overall look. The bulk of the body is cast in dark plastic with a sculpted tactical vest over which is placed a chest holster strap in a softer plastic. The belt is also a loose soft plastic element and features sculpted detail on a holster and with a knife tucked in the reverse - there has been no adjustment to make the belt more functional with the accessories. The paint apps over the base body are mainly centred around the boots and knee pads, with a little bit of detailing added to the belt and chest with silver buckles and clasps. The left arm is presented in bright silver with a brown painted fingerless glove and a red star decal on the shoulder. The biggest improvement on the figure is via the two new head sculpts. The original figure pre-dated the photo-real deco by some 3-years and at a time where the MCU figures were relatively new to the Marvel Legends Infinite Series and facial likenesses were still more akin to the Comic Book figures than actual actor likenesses. The two new heads are the best Sebastian Stan likeness to date and you can choose from either a masked version or the exposed face. Both use face-print deco and are sculpted with a hairpiece that flows down either side of the face. The original Winter Soldier release came with a particularly odd weapon, a large and very sci-fi looking red rifle that had no relevance to the character or the movie. This time around the Winter Soldier is sufficiently armed with a good selection of weaponry. We start with a combat knife, cast in plastic with a silver serrated blade and black handle. It looks to be the same knife that came with Civil War Bucky, but with a more realistic paint job. It fits into either hand, but there is no sheath to stow it when not in use - that is a shame as the belt piece was ripe for updating on the figure to add this new detail. Bucky also gets a new Assault Rifle that looks to be a new piece for the MCU line at least - it certainly is not the same one that featured with the Netflix Punisher, or with Killmonger. It is cast in black with plenty of sculpted detail but no added paint apps. This fits into either hand, with both included hands featuring a trigger finger. The final two pieces are handguns, both similar in sculpt but with one executed as though the magazine were being inserted. Like the Assault Rifle, they come in a harder black plastic with no paint apps. They also can fit in either hand, but as with the knife, there is no holster to stow them in when not in use. While the Marvel Legends line has seen huge improvements in sculpting and paint deco over the years, there was never a major issue with articulation and this older buck features 19 points of articulation - as it did some 7-years ago. This includes double joints at both knees and elbows allowing two-handed weapon posing and shooting shots, and giving Bucky the ability to sit and kneel. The older figures did suffer from looser joints, and this new version does not appear to have carried this forward with the joints presenting in good tight condition with satisfying ratchets as you pose most of the pivot joints. The Winter Soldier stands perfectly well, but I suspect the ankles will be a weak spot over time so keep an eye on this. One of the added bonuses of the set is that the new and improved heads will fit perfectly onto the older body and on a couple of the Bucky variants since they use the same buck or neck joint (Civil War and Infinity War). That means your 2014 Winter Soldier can also get an upgrade and you can display both masked and unmasked versions. Conversely, the older heads fit on the new body. This means fans of the full face mask can use this, although when you do this you bring back the proportional issues with the older heads being somewhat smaller. The new Winter Soldier figure is another example of Hasbro's Marvel Legends Team revisiting a character from the MCU history that needs improvement and giving it a makeover to bring it in line with the more modern figures. While there are no changes to the body, the new head does wonders for the figure proportions - although the legs remain a touch too long. Both the head sculpts are glorious and there is a good selection of weapons this time around, they are just crying out for an update to the belt to add working holsters for the knife and pistol. While he is badged under the Disney+ Falcon & The Winter Soldier banner, this Winter Soldier will fit in perfectly with a Captain America: Winter Soldier display and the unmasked Bucky head will also work well to update the Civil War version if you choose. A recommended purchase! "Longing, rusted, seventeen, daybreak, furnace, nine, benign, homecoming, one, freight car." For more News, Reviews and a Checklist of Releases - visit our Marvel Legends Database 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...

Marvel's Eternals hit movie screens in November 2021 after a number of delays due to the Covid-19 pandemic. To mark the movie, Hasbro released a wave of Eternals figures - and in quite an unusual move the entire 7-figure wave was made up of MCU Eternals characters, with an 8th included as the build-a-figure. This meant that coupled with the two exclusives of Thena and Ajax - the entire ensemble was released in 6-inch format ahead of the movie hitting screens. Makkari arrives in the standard Legends box with a card back that transitions from a blue sky to what looks like a sandstorm, with some ancient symbol weaved into the backdrop. As we've seen with other MCU releases this year, Hasbro are adding a symbol to the two side panels sitting under the artwork and related to the movie. For Eternals, this is a large and slightly ornate 'E' in a golden yellow circle. Around the rear of the box we find a repeat of the Makkari illustration, the checklist for Gilgamesh the build-a-figure, and the briefest, and slightly spoilery, background text - confirming Makkari's powers ahead of the film's debut for those who picked up the wave early. "Makkari uses her cosmetically powered super-speed to scout planets and as the only deaf Eternal, she is not affected by the sonic boom that accompanies her cosmic running" Makkari includes a single head that is a good likeness to actor Lauren Ridloff. The facial sculpt includes the slightest of smirks on Makkari's face and is enhanced with the now-standard photo-real decor. The hair is an added piece and includes a large flowing tied-back section. In the movie, Makkari is seen with a single braid for much of the film and would have been my preferred look - but I appreciate the figure was sculpted based on early concepts and designs. While based on early designs, the actual outfit is more or less screen accurate and is a mix of red cast parts and silver painted detail over a very intricate sculpt that flows from the central symbol at the top of the torso and flows off in lines and panels throughout the body. The silver-painted parts are done in a slightly deeper silver - almost a gunmetal - that is in keeping with the character's look on screen and stops the whole thing from looking too bright and shiny. There are unfortunately some paint issues on the lower legs with the thigh panels misaligned with the silver over the thigh sections. Makkari's robes that flow behind her in a skirt section are added in a rubbery plastic and wrapped around the mid-section so there are no obvious joints in the outfit, and the robes flow out from the torso articulation. Despite some similar aesthetics between all the Eternals costumes, there is no obvious re-use on Makkari from the Sersi, Thena, or Ajak figures. The Eternals wave as a whole has limited accessories included and Makkari comes with a single alternative pair of clenched fist hands. Makkari arrives with a left hand with an open palm, and a right hand that is sculpted into the ASL gesture for 'I Love You'. These hand options, therefore, give you several combinations for her in terms of preparing to fight off a Deviant, using sign language to communicate with the other Eternals, or perhaps just to tell Druig how she feels. Articulation is a little bit disappointing with just 16 points of articulation for Makkari and still the use of single jointed elbows and no bicep cut on a MCU female figure - despite Shriek from the same wave including the improved arm articulation on a very similar frame. The arms are fairly wide-ranging in their movement but would have benefitted from that ability to bend in on themselves that is executed via a double joint elbow. The legs are slightly obstructed by the flow of the lower robes, but Makkari is still capable of a running pose with the right aftermarket stand. In standard poses, Makkari stands fine on her own. The Eternals wave of Marvel Legends, and in this case Makkari as an individual figure, have not as yet been overly well received and some 3-months after release are still on sale and discounted in a number of retailers. It is a shame as the figures are well designed and executed with a good likeness to the actor and limited issues in terms of on-screen accuracy that often plagues MCU figures released ahead of the movie. The recent addition to Disney+ may see interest increase and I for one can't wait to complete the full-wave and recreate the movie poster with all 10 Eternals posed and ready to battle the Deviants. For more News, Reviews and a Checklist of Releases - visit our Marvel Legends Database 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...

Miles Morales Spider-Man, as seen in the video game for Playstation & X-Box released in 2020, was the final inclusion in the Marvel Legends Armadillo Build-a-Figure wave released at the back end of 2021. The wave was also the vehicle for the Spider-Man: No Way Home figures and alongside Miles we also got MCU figures of Spider-Man (x2), J. Jonah Jameson, and Doctor Strange - as well as two comic book figures of Shriek and Morlun. Miles is a Gamerverse release so while the box style remains the same, the colours are inverted from a black base to a white one and are headed with the Marvel Gamerverse logo. The side panels and rear of the box carry illustrations of Miles from the game, with the reverse also carrying the build-a-figure checklist and a short piece of text. "When a fierce power struggle threatens to destroy his new home, Miles Morales realizes that with great power there must also come great responsibility " MIles is presented on a slim Spider-Man buck that features many of the key features of the Gamerverse suit with the central Spider logo and the panel lines. It is the same body as the Gamestop Exclusive Stealth Spider-Man. The slimmer body shape is in keeping with Miles' age in the game and is smaller than most standard Marvel Legends height, and comparable with the height of the Tom Holland figures. The entirety of the suit is cast in black with the red added as paint, as is the white of the eyes. Considering the size of the web lines the paint accuracy is good, but there are some patches of the larger blocks of red where it looks murky as the black is not fully covered. The figure includes an unmasked Miles Morales head that is based on actor Nadji Jeter who plays Miles in the game via motion capture. The likeness is a good one and the figure utilised the photo-real tech to add more realism to the face. The hair is painted over the base skin tone and does have a few areas where the skin tone can still be seen which ends up looking a bit like paint rub or that Miles is going bald in patches. I found the unmasked head was not a clean fit when swapping it out and it couldn't quite engage on the peg. That may be a manufacturing issue with my figure rather than a widespread concern. As well as the alternative head, we are also provided with four sets of hands for Miles. He arrives with a pair of web-slinging hands engaged, and can also choose from an open palm 'wall climbing' set as well as a pair of clenched fists for hand to hand combat. The fourth pair are the powered hands which are cast in a translucent yellow and feature a lightning style effect running back from the hand and over the forearm when engaged. Due to the slim build of Miles and the slim arms, the hands - many of which I assume are re-used from other Spidey figures - look oversized and you do have to pose sensitively to avoid them looking comical. Like most Marvel Legends Spider-Man figures, Miles Morales is supremely poseable with a total of 21 points of articulation. The usual double jointed knees and elbows sit alongside butterfly shoulders and a T-Joint torso so Miles can crouch, kneel, sit, swing or climb - the latter needing some aftermarket stands and support. Everything works as it should, but the slimmer figure does mean the joints feel a little more fragile than normal and already a few are starting to feel a little loose. Miles Morales is a great new addition to the Marvel Legends Gamerverse, and will no doubt go on to spawn a number of variants of other suits we see in the game - the same as we saw the original PS4 Spider-Man game. The sculpt and suit execution are good, as is the articulation which is extensive. Watch out for the decor on the unmasked head and the red which isn't fully covered and may rub further when handled. You will also need to factor in how huge most of the hands look when you pose Miles. For more News, Reviews and a Checklist of Releases - visit our Marvel Legends Database 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's next Build-a-Figure wave for the DC Multiverse 7-inch line is the Justice League: Endless Winter series featuring a build-a-figure of the Frost King. The four figures included in the wave are Batman, Black Adam, John Stewart Green Lantern, and Wonder Woman. Each figure features a character-appropriate accessory with Batman and Wonder Woman coming with swords, Black Adam with power effects, and Green Lantern with twin sword constructs. The figures also come with a display stand and collectible card. The wave is due for an April 2022 release and can be pre-ordered now at McFarlane stockists. As a child, Bruce Wayne watched as his parents were brutally killed in Gotham City’s Crime Alley. Traumatized by their deaths, he devoted his life to becoming the worlds greatest weapon against crime – the Batman! To become the ultimate vigilante, the Dark Knight disciplined his mind and body to reach the pinnacle of mental and physical superiority in his relentless pursuit of Justice! This 7-inch scale figure is designed with McFarlane's signature Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range and posing. Each DC Multiverse figure includes a collectible art card with artwork on the front and character biographies on the back. Product Features 7-inch scale (17.78cm) Made of plastic Designed with Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range of posing and play Highly detailed Collectable art cards with art on the front, and character biographies on the back Centuries ago, the same wizard that granted Billy Batson the powers of Shazam!, bestowed mystical powers upon a pure-of-heart youth in ancient Egypt. But when the boy tried to share his power to save his dying uncle, his uncle stole it and became the legendary Super-Villain known as Black Adam! Black Adam has the same magical abilities as his Super Hero nemesis, Shazam!, but Adam's powers come from the Egyptian gods. Shu grants him stamina; Heru, speed; Amon, strength; Zehuti, wisdom; Aton, power; and Mehen, courage. Black Adam can also fly and is virtually invincible. This 7-inch scale figure is designed with McFarlane's signature Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range and posing. Each DC Multiverse figure includes a collectible art card with artwork on the front and character biographies on the back. Product Features 7-inch scale (17.78cm) Made of plastic Designed with Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range of posing and play Highly detailed Collectable art cards with art on the front, and character biographies on the back John Stewart is a former U.S. Marine who uses his military training and discipline to protect Earth, and the rest of Space Sector 2814, as a member of the Intergalactic peacekeeping force known as the Green Lantern Carps. As Green Lantern, John wields a power ring, which creates a protective shield around him, allows him to fly, and generates hard-light energy constructs In the form of anything he Imagines. Fueled by willpower, Green Lantern's power ring is one of the mightiest weapons In the universe! This 7-inch scale figure is designed with McFarlane's signature Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range and posing. Each DC Multiverse figure includes a collectible art card with artwork on the front and character biographies on the back. Product Features 7-inch scale (17.78cm) Made of plastic Designed with Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range of posing and play Highly detailed Collectable art cards with art on the front, and character biographies on the back Diana is the daughter of Hippolyta, Queen of the immortal Amazon warriors, and Zeus, the mighty Olympian god. Diana grew up isolated on the paradise island of Themyscira, until pilot Steve Trevor crashed there and revealed the outside world to her. Soon, she traveled to that world, where she became a champion for justice and equality as Wonder Woman. The Amazon Princess possesses godlike strength, speed, and the ability to fly. She's also a skilled warrior, wearing bullet-deflecting bracelets and wielding the Lasso of Truth to stop criminals in their tracks and compel them to tell the truth! This 7-inch scale figure is designed with McFarlane's signature Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range and posing. Each DC Multiverse figure includes a collectible art card with artwork on the front and character biographies on the back. Product Features 7-inch scale (17.78cm) Made of plastic Designed with Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range of posing and play Highly detailed Collectable art cards with art on the front, and character biographies on the back 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...

It seems there are still figures coming through in Jazwares Fortnite Legendary Series 6-inch line. The latest one to show up is Rabbit Raider (Dark) as listed at Smyths Toys with the figure also showing up at The Entertainer. The figure features 3 interchangeable faces as well as a harvesting tool, back-bling, and 3 weapons including a shotgun, assault rifle, and a boogie bomb. It’s time to level up with the Fortnite Legendary Series Rabbit Raider (Dark) Figure Pack. This 15cm articulated Fortnite action figure has incredible details and features a premium loadout. The 15cm scale makes it perfect for living out your Fortnite adventures in real life. Rabbit Raider (Dark) is fitted with the Carrot Stick Harvesting Tool, Boogie Bomb, Tactical Shotgun, and Legendary Assault Rifle Weapons, Hard Boiled (Swirl Shell) Back Bling, and 3 interchangeable faces. This awesome Fortnite assortment features popular Outfits like Agent Peely (Ghost), Vendetta and Black Knight. Contents: 15cm Articulated Rabbit Raider (Dark) figure, 3 interchangeable faces, 1 harvesting tool, 3 weapons and 1 back bling Features over 36 points of articulation Features game-like details Rabbit Raider (Dark) is equipped with Weapons, a Harvesting Tool, and more This Fortnite Rabbit Raider (Dark) figure comes with interchangeable faces This product is officially licensed by Epic Games 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...

Three new McFarlane DC Multiverse releases went up for pre-order today. Up first was the new Batman, from DC Rebirth, who comes with a Batarang and Grappling Gun. He is joined by Damian Wayne as Robin from Infinite Frontier. Robin will be packed with his sword. A variant of the Damian Wayne Robin without the mask will be released as a Gold Label exclusive. It is unclear if the Gold Label Robin will be available at a specif retailer. It's currently listed as part of a bundle on the McFarlane online store in the US. The third figure is the Megafig Clayface as teased a week or so ago. Based on his DC Rebirth look, Clayface is a larger-scale release - although McFarlane have not specified how tall he is in the promo blurb. All three figures come with the usual circular display base, and character art card. They are all down as April 2022 releases. The Gold Label Robin is exclusive to the McFarlane online store in the US, sold as part of a bundle with all the other figures - or as a twin pack with the standard Robin release. As a child, Bruce Wayne watched as his parents were brutally killed in Gotham City’s Crime Alley. Traumatized by their deaths, he devoted his life to becoming the worlds greatest weapon against crime – the Batman! To become the ultimate vigilante, the Dark Knight disciplined his mind and body to reach the pinnacle of mental and physical superiority in his relentless pursuit of Justice! This 7-inch scale figure is designed with McFarlane's signature Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range and posing. Each DC Multiverse figure includes a collectible art card with artwork on the front and character biographies on the back. Product Features 7-inch scale (17.78cm) Made of plastic Designed with Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range of posing and play Highly detailed Collectable art card with artwork on the front, and character biographies on the back When Batman finds out that he and Talia al Ghul, daughter of Ra’s al Ghul, fathered a son, Damian, the Dark Knight takes the young boy under his wing and gives him a new home. Soon after, Damian Wayne becomes the newest Robin—the Dark Knight’s protégé and crime-fighting partner. More than just a sidekick, Robin is an accomplished acrobat, a skilled fighter, and a sharp detective in his own right. Through rigorous and constant training, Robin maintains his physical edge, which, along with his knowledge of martial arts, makes him a formidable match for even the most experienced criminals. Like his mentor, Batman, he uses a variety of gadgets and tools to fight crime, but his most powerful weapon is his advanced intellect! This 7-inch scale figure is designed with McFarlane's signature Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range and posing. Each DC Multiverse figure includes a collectible art card with artwork on the front and character biographies on the back. Product Features 7-inch scale (17.78cm) Made of plastic Designed with Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range of posing and play Highly detailed Collectable art card with artwork on the front, and character biographies on the back Basil Karlo was a famous actor, known primarily for his roles in horror films. However, when replaced as the lead in a movie, he went mad with rage. His life began to take a strange path when he injected himself with a formula that altered his body completely, making him a danger shape-shifter made of living clay who can change his physical form however he chooses. With the ability to adopt the appearance of anyone or anything, Clayface has become one of Batman’s most powerful enemies. This 7-inch scale figure is designed with McFarlane's signature Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range and posing. Each DC Multiverse figure includes a collectible art card with artwork on the front and character biographies on the back. Product Features 7-inch scale (17.78cm) Made of plastic Designed with Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range of posing and play Highly detailed Collectable art card with artwork on the front, and character biographies on the back 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...

Spider-Man in his Integrated Suit was released in late 2021 as part of the wider Spider-Man-themed wave that included figures from No Way Home as well as a comic book and Gamerverse release. The wave brings us four figures from Spider-Man: No Way Home including two Spider-Man suits, Doctor Strange and a J. Jonah Jameson. This review will contain spoilers if you have still not seen the movie Each of the MCU figures - except J. Jonah Jameson - in the wave were packed against a golden card back with a Spider-Man logo pattern within the glowing design. The Spider-Man images are not taken from the movie and are illustrated. The gold theme continues on the trim around the sides of the box as a lower frame to this artwork and then around onto the back of the box alongside the build-a-figure checklist and the short piece of background text. "Spider-Man gears up in his Integrated Suit to bravely confront a new threat" The integrated suit, as those who have seen the movie will know, is the Upgrade Suit as created and worn at the end of Far From Home, infused with Stark nanotech from the Iron-Spider suit. This means the majority of this figure is new, despite some similarities with other suits. The scale and sizing of the figure is good, putting Spider-man much smaller than other human adults which is appropriate to what we see on screen. The colours are what really pop on this suit, with the plastic cast in either grey or red depending on the colour majority for that part. Gold is added over the top to trim the new Spider-Man logo on the chest as well as on the back of the figure, the shoulders, and the tops of the boots. There is some bleeding where this has been applied, but not much - with the main paint issue being coverage with some red showing on the back of my figure through the grey. The Integrated suit is short-changed in terms of content. Not only does it not come with a build-a-figure part, but the sole inclusion is an alternative pair of clenched fists that can be swapped out with the Web-slinging hands for an alternative look. Considering this is Spider-Man as we see him in the finale the set really needs some added value either through an unmasked head - the existing Tom Holland head from the No Way Home Exclusive fits perfectly - or via another pack in like the Spell Cube that forms a major plot element in the 2nd half of the film, or the web accessories included on other Spider-Man figures? While accessories are a little light, articulation is certainly not and Spider-man has the full 21 points of articulation coupled with a suit that lacks any issues that may block or inhibit posing. The butterfly shoulders allow the arms to be brought in for web-swinging poses - although you will need an after-market stand and some web accessories to do this. He can also kneel and sit, and just about gets into his crouched 'ready for action' pose. All the joints feel secure with clear ratchets included in the ankles and the torso joint. Spider-Man stands without issue. The Integrated Suit is probably the key look for No Way Home and it is good that we see this early on with little in terms of accuracy issues vs the on-screen appearance. It is well sculpted, has good proportions, articulates really well, and is only let down by some scrimping on accessories. A solid purchase - and already seeing its price climb on the secondary market following the film's release. For more News, Reviews and a Checklist of Releases - visit our Marvel Legends Database 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 have known about the 2nd wave of McFarlane's Batman 1966 wave for some time, but finally, the images of each of the three figures have been released via the Target website in the US. The wave will include tweaked versions of Batman and The Joker, now in Swimshorts as seen in the episode 'Surf's Up! Joker's Under'. The wave also introduces The Riddler. Each of the 6-inch figures comes blister carded and includes two comic book 'word bubbles'. Kapow! The debonair millionaire Bruce Wayne may seem like your average cool cat, but you would be wrong! With the flip of a Shakespeare head bust and… to the Batcave! Gotham City is filled with a rogue’s gallery of criminals eager to unmask the Batman, but they are thwarted by the Caped Crusader’s own clever ways. Based on the classic 1960's TV show Features Batman in his swim trunks from the episode Surf's Up! Joker's Under! Designed with articulation for posing and play Includes 2 action word bubbles Packaged in a card backed blister with the iconic old school look of the 1960's Batman series Collect all McFarlane Toys DC Retro Figures 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. Based on the classic 1960's TV show Features The Joker in his swim trunks from the episode Surf's Up! Joker's Under! Designed with articulation for pose and play Includes 2 action word bubbles Packaged in a card backed blister with the iconic old school look of the 1960's Batman series Collect all McFarlane Toys DC Retro Figures A mastermind, the Riddler would always send Gotham's Law Enforcement or the Batman a riddle before embarking on a crime spree. It would take the World's Greatest Detective to unravel his dastardly clues. Based on the classic 1960's TV show Designed with articulation for posing and play Includes 2 action word bubbles Packaged in a card backed blister with the iconic old school look of the 1960's Batman series Collect all McFarlane Toys DC Retro Figures 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...

Hasbro has shared details of a new Nerf Gun from the Star Wars Universe. Following the success of the Amban Rifle from The Mandalorian, we can now look forward to Boba Fett's EE-3 in premium Nerf format. The new blaster retails at $109.99 / £107.99 and can be pre-ordered between now and the 31st of March 2022. This indicates this will be made based on pre-order volumes both through Hasbro Pulse and all the other retailers and Fan Channels and then it is due for release in the Spring of 2023. NERF LMTD STAR WARS BOBA FETT’S EE-3 BLASTER (HASBRO/Ages 8 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $109.99/Available: Spring 2023) With his customized Mandalorian armor, deadly weaponry, and silent demeanor, BOBA FETT was one of the most feared bounty hunters in the galaxy. Imagine scouring the galaxy for bounties with the NERF LMTD STAR WARS BOBA FETT’S EE-3 BLASTER, which is meticulously detailed to capture the look of the blaster seen in THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT live-action TV series on Disney+. It includes 3 drums, each with 4-dart capacity, so you can switch them out to reload, and 12 NERF ELITE darts. The 30-inch (76 centimeter) blaster has an electronic scope with an illuminated lens and makes series-accurate blaster sounds. It comes fully assembled in premium packaging, perfect for display. To fire a dart, load a drum, prime, and pull the trigger. Includes: blaster, 3 drums, 12 darts, and instructions. Compatible with NERF ELITE darts. Eyewear recommended (not included). Requires 2x 1.5v AAA alkaline batteries (not included). Available for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse, Amazon, and Fan Channels. Pre-order ends March 31, 2022. 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 McFarlane DC Multiverse two-pack, featuring Superman vs Armoured Batman from the Dark Knight Returns series, has gone live for pre-order. The two figures are both repacks. Armoured Batman, as released as a single figure in 2021, will feature an updated blue paint job and what looks to be a tweaked helmet. Superman is the same figure as being released in 2022 in the wave featuring a build-a-figure of Batman's Horse. Like all previous 'versus' sets, a diorama base for both figures will be included. The set is due for a March 2022 release. Batman: As a child, Bruce Wayne watched as his parents were brutally killed in Gotham City’s Crime Alley. Traumatized by their deaths, he devoted his life to becoming the world’s greatest weapon against crime—the Batman! He's a master detective and an expert martial artist, but his greatest weapon is his mind. Batman has a plan for every occasion, as well as high-tech weapons, gadgets, and vehicles to assist him in his relentless pursuit of justice! Now, after 10 years in retirement, Batman returns in an armored suit and ready for an epic battle to determine the fate of the Earth. Superman: Sent to Earth from the dying planet of Krypton as a baby, Kal-El was found by farmers Martha and Jonathan Kent and raised as their son, Clark. As Clark grew, the radiation from Earth's yellow sun gave him enhanced senses and extraordinary powers, including super-strength, super-speed, and flight. Now fully grown, he uses his powers to protect his adopted world as Superman. In the near future, after the Dark Knight comes out of retirement to fight crime once again, Superman is called in by the President to reason with Batman and quell the "ruckus" in Gotham City. Batman, however, has no plans to stop his war on crime. What results is an epic showdown between the two Super Heroes to determine the fate of the Earth This 7-inch scale figure two-pack was designed with McFarlane's signature Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range and posing. Product Features 7-inch scale (17.78cm) Made of plastic From The Dark Knight Returns comic series Designed with Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range of posing and play Highly detailed Collectable art card with artwork on the front, and character biography on the back Multipack comes with a base 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...