John Ary here with a quick look at a few action figure lines that are making headlines this week...
Predators: 1/6 Scale Noland from Hot Toys
Not sure what's crazier: the news that we're getting a deluxe Laurence Fishburne action figure or the fact that Laurence Fishburne kind of sucked playing a crazy person in a Predator movie (just my opinion... you wanna fight about it?). This 12-inch figure features his likeness, more than 30 points of articulation, six interchangeable hands, a movie-accurate cloth costume, a laser gun, ax, extendable spear, a newly-developed detachable helmet with leather-like materials, forearm armor with extendable blades, a figure stand and much more. Look for it to release in the first quarter of 2012 or pre-order him here.
Predator Series 4 from NECA
In more Predator-related news, check out these pics of the 7-inch Boar Predator, City Hunter Predator, Shaman Predator, and the Toys R Us exclusive Berserker Predator/City Hunter Predator 2-Pack. These hit toy shelves in November.
Boba Fett 12-Inch Figure from Sideshow Collectibles
Sideshow has unveiled new details about it upcoming Boba Fett deluxe action figure. This infamous bounty hunter features more than 30 points of articulation, his iconic Mandolorian helmet, a fabric flight suit, a flight vest, armor plates, cape, belt with utility pouches, a braided honor sash, blaster pistol with holster, an EE-3 mark 1 Carbine Blaster, knee pads, survival knife, a sonic beam weapon, anti-security blade, three braided wookie scalps (seriously, best accessory ever!), three pairs of interchangeable hands, rocket pack with concussion missile, a deluxe display base and more. He’s available for pre-order for $174.99 here.
Buster Crabbe as Flash Gordon from Cast-A-Way and Go Hero
We're going old school with these two Flash Gordon 1/6 scale figures based on the likeness of Buster Crabbe. The standard version features Crabbe wearing the vintage sci-fi costume, Zarkov’s Mini Rocket, a sword with sheath, ray gun pistol and rifle, and a removable cape. It will cost you $99.99. Then there’s the exclusive limited edition “Pilot” version. It also comes with the vintage costume and accessories, plus high quality aviator gear, complete with soft flight helmet, goggles and topped off with a leather style bomber jacket. That will cost you $129.00. You can order these at the Cast-A-Way website.
The Walking Dead (TV Version) Series 1 from McFarlane Toys
While AMC looks to trim the fat for it's highest rated show, McFarlane Toys keeps chugging out new The Walking Dead figures. Look for 6-inch versions of Rick Grimes, Daryl Dixon, Zombie Walker and Zombie Biter in November. We have more pics of these figures posted here.
And finally this week, with Dexter making his return to TV soon (Sunday, October 2), Bif Bang Pow! has released this new 3.75-inch figure of the serial killer. Here's my review:
That's it this week. For more toy updates and action figure reviews, you can follow me on my website ArticulationTimes.com, Twitter, Facebook and Youtube. Keep collecting!
