Post by Dxtra30 on Jul 26, 2005 15:03:12 GMT -5
Don't know if this was posted already or not but here ya go..
In JLU toy news, Mattel brand managers "Inside Traitor" and "Texas Ranger" let us know that as more figures get made, more parts will be able to be tooled into other characters. They are aware of the "rubber leg" syndrome and have been working hard to correct it. Most importantly, these guys are all big fans of the show and are working to make sure that the line lasts a long time, and very much want to please fans as well as the target audience of kids. Everything shown at the con will be out this Fall/Spring, with much more be unveiled at Toy Fair 2006. We'll keep you up to date on where the line is heading in future articles.
DC Superheroes 6" Line!
Long rumored, Mattel finally jumps into the 6" waters with a new line of DC Superheroes. While not quite as articulated as Marvel Legends, the new figures are heads and tails above previous DC lines, including efforts from Hasbro and DC Direct (the DCD Superman did have a heck of a lot of joints, but was only a single figure) and come with incredibly detailed bases. Already fans have been grumbling about the character choices (Batman/Superman families) and the inclusion of a few existing figures with added articulation. What most fans don't realize is that Mattel does not have an "end all, be all" DC License for all their characters like Hasbro did, but a very specific license allowing for Superman/Batman comic characters, JLU animated characters, and The Batman animated characters. Mattel is cautiously testing the waters for a 6" comic line with no media support with these first assortments but the designers and brand managers are very eager to get access to the whole DC Universe (which is why the line is "DC Superheroes", not Batman/Superman). So if these figure sell well, I'm sure Mattel will attempt to gain the master DC toy license. As it is, the Four Horsemen (who delivered killer sculpts and accessories in this line) are hard at work on future figures with at least three additional ones being already finished but not shown at the con for licensing reasons. One thing that should make the fans happy is the decision to go with iconic visions of these characters and not artist specific ones like DC Direct, who is doing a fine job. These figures will be released by Spring of 2006. The exact wave lineups are still TBD. We'll keep you informed, but be patient and give the Mattel guys a bit of slack: they're fighting for the fans as much as possible.
The Batman
Also discussed at the WB Animation Panel, The batman returns for season two with new theme music, a new Batmobile, and new characters! Featured so far are Commissioner Gordon (debuting in the current season finale), Batgirl, Poison Ivy, and a few other surprises. A direct to DVD movie, "Batman vs Dracula" was teased at the con, and a direct to video Superman movie was announced. It will use modified designs based on the 90s Superman animated series, but will apparently be made by The Batman team. We're not sure of the names of all the figures shown below, but we'll try to find out soon. One new variant appears to be very much like the Azreal Batman form the comics! The Catwoman exclusive that was offered at the con had NINE variants: 1. Panted (two tone brown), 2. Translucent Red, 3. Silver, 4. Black with red eyes, 5. Red, white and blue, 6. translucent green, 7. pink flocked, and the 2 rarest ones, 8. Antiqued, 9. 24 kt gold plated
Justice League Unlimited
In a surprise move, Mattel came out of the gate strong with some totally unexpected choices and a bold new look in the branding and direction of the line. Look for more surprises toward the end of the year.
Dr. Light
Supergirl
Vixen
Steel
Orion – Target exclusive
Black Canary – Target exclusive
Bizarro - Target exclusive
Mirror Master
Tomar Re
Kilowog
Lex Luthor
Copperhead
Justice Lords Superman
Justice Lords Wonder Woman
Justice Lords Batman
“For The Man Who has Everything” Superman
Aquaman with cape
Phasing Martian Manhunter
In the new JLU line ups shown Copperhead (shown with Superman and Aquaman with cape) will switch places with Dr. Light (shown with Mirror Master and Lex Luthor). So the Luthor, Copperhead, Mirror Master 3-pack will be billed as an "Injustice Gang" 3-pack.
The Supergirl figure looks to have a whopping 9 points of articulation. The dark figure that some thought to be Green Lantern villain Evil Star is in fact the single pack Wildcat with his fighting accessories. Waverider will also get be single pack and a staff accessory.
New JLU Die Cast figures
Dr. Fate
Green Arrow
Aquaman
Atom
DC Superheroes- 6” figures with 25+ points of articulation and a base.
This line based on the Batman and Superman “core” license that Mattel has.
Azreal with church rooftop
Batman with GCPD rooftop
Bane- with broken jail house door
Scarecrow- with fear gas base
Superman with Daily Planet
Bizarro with broken street and car axel
The Batman
Shown were versions of Clayface, Killer Croc, Riddler, Batgirl, and a red-headed character that is possibly called "Knuckler". There will be a mail-away promotion tied into Campbell's Soup, although which figure you'll get exactly has yet to be determined. There will also be an exclusive 4 pack featuring Mr.Freeze, Joker, Anti-Freeze Batman, and an new Variant. A new sculpt Batmobile was shown, too. The focus for next year will be on The Batman's EXP technology, with a toy line extension tied into this concept.
A little birdy told us that there are NINE variants of the exclusive Catwoman offered at the con. Mattel is only showing 4 in their case, so it will be interesting to see which ones are found.
The ones we know so far:
24 kt Gold Plated Idol (rarest)
Jade idol
black Idol
Red idol
american flag idol
pink idol
That's what we've heard so far
In JLU toy news, Mattel brand managers "Inside Traitor" and "Texas Ranger" let us know that as more figures get made, more parts will be able to be tooled into other characters. They are aware of the "rubber leg" syndrome and have been working hard to correct it. Most importantly, these guys are all big fans of the show and are working to make sure that the line lasts a long time, and very much want to please fans as well as the target audience of kids. Everything shown at the con will be out this Fall/Spring, with much more be unveiled at Toy Fair 2006. We'll keep you up to date on where the line is heading in future articles.
DC Superheroes 6" Line!
Long rumored, Mattel finally jumps into the 6" waters with a new line of DC Superheroes. While not quite as articulated as Marvel Legends, the new figures are heads and tails above previous DC lines, including efforts from Hasbro and DC Direct (the DCD Superman did have a heck of a lot of joints, but was only a single figure) and come with incredibly detailed bases. Already fans have been grumbling about the character choices (Batman/Superman families) and the inclusion of a few existing figures with added articulation. What most fans don't realize is that Mattel does not have an "end all, be all" DC License for all their characters like Hasbro did, but a very specific license allowing for Superman/Batman comic characters, JLU animated characters, and The Batman animated characters. Mattel is cautiously testing the waters for a 6" comic line with no media support with these first assortments but the designers and brand managers are very eager to get access to the whole DC Universe (which is why the line is "DC Superheroes", not Batman/Superman). So if these figure sell well, I'm sure Mattel will attempt to gain the master DC toy license. As it is, the Four Horsemen (who delivered killer sculpts and accessories in this line) are hard at work on future figures with at least three additional ones being already finished but not shown at the con for licensing reasons. One thing that should make the fans happy is the decision to go with iconic visions of these characters and not artist specific ones like DC Direct, who is doing a fine job. These figures will be released by Spring of 2006. The exact wave lineups are still TBD. We'll keep you informed, but be patient and give the Mattel guys a bit of slack: they're fighting for the fans as much as possible.
The Batman
Also discussed at the WB Animation Panel, The batman returns for season two with new theme music, a new Batmobile, and new characters! Featured so far are Commissioner Gordon (debuting in the current season finale), Batgirl, Poison Ivy, and a few other surprises. A direct to DVD movie, "Batman vs Dracula" was teased at the con, and a direct to video Superman movie was announced. It will use modified designs based on the 90s Superman animated series, but will apparently be made by The Batman team. We're not sure of the names of all the figures shown below, but we'll try to find out soon. One new variant appears to be very much like the Azreal Batman form the comics! The Catwoman exclusive that was offered at the con had NINE variants: 1. Panted (two tone brown), 2. Translucent Red, 3. Silver, 4. Black with red eyes, 5. Red, white and blue, 6. translucent green, 7. pink flocked, and the 2 rarest ones, 8. Antiqued, 9. 24 kt gold plated
Justice League Unlimited
In a surprise move, Mattel came out of the gate strong with some totally unexpected choices and a bold new look in the branding and direction of the line. Look for more surprises toward the end of the year.
Dr. Light
Supergirl
Vixen
Steel
Orion – Target exclusive
Black Canary – Target exclusive
Bizarro - Target exclusive
Mirror Master
Tomar Re
Kilowog
Lex Luthor
Copperhead
Justice Lords Superman
Justice Lords Wonder Woman
Justice Lords Batman
“For The Man Who has Everything” Superman
Aquaman with cape
Phasing Martian Manhunter
In the new JLU line ups shown Copperhead (shown with Superman and Aquaman with cape) will switch places with Dr. Light (shown with Mirror Master and Lex Luthor). So the Luthor, Copperhead, Mirror Master 3-pack will be billed as an "Injustice Gang" 3-pack.
The Supergirl figure looks to have a whopping 9 points of articulation. The dark figure that some thought to be Green Lantern villain Evil Star is in fact the single pack Wildcat with his fighting accessories. Waverider will also get be single pack and a staff accessory.
New JLU Die Cast figures
Dr. Fate
Green Arrow
Aquaman
Atom
DC Superheroes- 6” figures with 25+ points of articulation and a base.
This line based on the Batman and Superman “core” license that Mattel has.
Azreal with church rooftop
Batman with GCPD rooftop
Bane- with broken jail house door
Scarecrow- with fear gas base
Superman with Daily Planet
Bizarro with broken street and car axel
The Batman
Shown were versions of Clayface, Killer Croc, Riddler, Batgirl, and a red-headed character that is possibly called "Knuckler". There will be a mail-away promotion tied into Campbell's Soup, although which figure you'll get exactly has yet to be determined. There will also be an exclusive 4 pack featuring Mr.Freeze, Joker, Anti-Freeze Batman, and an new Variant. A new sculpt Batmobile was shown, too. The focus for next year will be on The Batman's EXP technology, with a toy line extension tied into this concept.
A little birdy told us that there are NINE variants of the exclusive Catwoman offered at the con. Mattel is only showing 4 in their case, so it will be interesting to see which ones are found.
The ones we know so far:
24 kt Gold Plated Idol (rarest)
Jade idol
black Idol
Red idol
american flag idol
pink idol
That's what we've heard so far
