Action Figures, not just for kids?

[optimus187prime]

So being the uber geek I am, I collect action figures, statues, and other miscellaneous stuff. I have always seen the parallel between collecting comics, and collecting figures of those characters. Im 25 (have touched a girl before, it was fantastic, would love to do it again) and still have been known to mosey on down to toys 'r' us for a look. How many of you still collect? Is this looked down upon even by other geeks(gasp)? For those of you that find this hobby abhorrent, why? Those of you that still collect, why? Those of you who used to and now do not, why?

My reasons are simple, they make me happy. It may sound silly but when I retire to my lair of geekyness, I sometimes just sit and look around with a giant shit eating grin on my face. I think my friends enjoy it as I catch them eyes wide, and head bobbling on occasion.

Well I would like to hear your opinion, yes you, the one reading this right now.

[paper]

I like action figures, but I try to limit the number. I gravitate towards stuff designed for display. Like Mighty Muggs, which are perfect for a book shelf. Lately I've been eyeing a Thanos action figure because I'm really into Starlin's cosmic stuff right now.

[gobo]

I don't really buy any new action figures but I have a bunch of old Starcom and M.A.S.K. toys

[comhcinc]

i like action figures but i don't know if you would call me a collector.

i am not really a fan of statues because they are costly and in my mind not as cool as those kung fu gripped toys.

i tend to pose them on bookshelves and around the computer.

[deadspace]

I started buying them about a year ago. It all started with the Lost figures. I have all of them now and some Resident Evil 4, God of War, Final Fantasy, Saw, the Crow, Yotsuba ones.

I wouldn't call myself a collector but I always keep an eye out for ones I might like.

And it was action figures that got me into comics... cos the shop i buy figures in is also my lcs, and i was just curious about the shelves and shelves of comics they had, so I did a bit of research, decided to buy the first Fables trade, loved it... and the rest is history :D

[luthor]

I love toys. Love.

Justice League Unlimited is my primary line. At the moment, I am 4 figures shy from having every character made(minus repaints) and I'm very stoked about that.

[gobo]

Hopefully not all still MIP

[luthor]

Hopefully not all still MIP

Nope, I open everything. Blame Toy Story 2(well not really, but that's always my excuse).

[gobo]

Right on man, right on.

[kahunablair]

Justice League Unlimited is my primary line. At the moment, I am 4 figures shy from having every character made(minus repaints) and I'm very stoked about that.

What are you missing?

[conanobrien]

Action figures and statues are fine but I think if it's more than a shelf or two on display it is too much. It is bad times when stormtroopers outnumber people in the room 10 to 1.

[luthor]

The new Target 6 pack that just came out. It's got a bunch of the New Gods in it.

[paper]

For those who collect, what are your favorite figures and what yet-to-be-produced toys do you dream for each night?

[gobo]

One of these days I'll get the entire Masterpiece Transformers set

[luthor]

All-Timer:

http://www.absoluteanime.com/admin/favtoy/favtoy-transformers-shockwave.jpg
Shockwave was my favorite toy as a kid. I almost bought a new in box version a couple years ago for $400 but talked myself out of it. I'd love to get it.


Future stuff:
Justice League Unlimited! (http://sdcc08.superherotimes.com/showgallery.php?cat=561&page=1)(click through for pictures.)

Kind of a cheat I know, but the things they are doing in that line are amazing. Mattel has said they are committed to it, even if retail is not and have promised they will get things to collector hands even if they have to distribute themselves(which they've just recently started to do with MattyCollector (http://www.mattycollector.com)).

[gobo]

I had Shockwave too, he was AWESOME. Megatron's gun mode was nowhere near as cool and he was built a lot more filmsily

[optimus187prime]

And it was action figures that got me into comics... cos the shop i buy figures in is also my lcs, and i was just curious about the shelves and shelves of comics they had, so I did a bit of research, decided to buy the first Fables trade, loved it... and the rest is history :D
Wow that is awesome, I rarely hear it happen in that order.

Nope, I open everything. Blame Toy Story 2(well not really, but that's always my excuse).
I leave most all of my stuff boxed. I dont stand very much, most everything nowadays doesnt get shelf space, and it is easier to hang the boxes.

Action figures and statues are fine but I think if it's more than a shelf or two on display it is too much. It is bad times when stormtroopers outnumber people in the room 10 to 1.
I think if my room suddenly came to life the eastern seaboard would be in some serious trouble.

For those who collect, what are your favorite figures and what yet-to-be-produced toys do you dream for each night?
Marvel legends are my favorite, well at least before Hasbro started manufacturing them. Marvel select has made a few really nice pieces as well. I have a lot of the Hush Batman figures too. I have a handful of statues, Deadpool, Spider Man, Wolverine, Cap, etc. I think I have a problem. My whole collection isnt exclusive to western comics, I have a lot of anime memorabilia.

[hank41]

i want to buy an awesome batman figure. it would be my first

[optimus187prime]

Anyone seen this. If you are a Watchmen fan this seems like a really nice collectable.
COMEDIAN'S GUNS AND DOG TAGS (http://www.dccomics.com/dcdirect/?dcd=10480&lst=new&cat=PROPS+%26%2338%3B+REPLICAS)

Hank check this out
http://trus.imageg.net/graphics/product_images/pTRU1-4918596dt.jpg
Dark Knight Batman Vinyl Statue Kotobukiya (http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3166829)

I am looking forward to getting this in october.
http://trus.imageg.net/graphics/product_images/pTRU1-4918512dt.jpg

[hank41]

wow. those vinyl ones look purty.

thanks for pointing it out. its in contention

[georgexjr]

i really want that watch toy that was released a while ago.

know what'd be sweet?

infinity gauntlet statue.

[jaflanagan]

For a while, mostly in my early to mid-20's I bought a lot of figures. I wasn't obsessive, but they were usually associate with movies I liked, or something like that. But it did get to be too much to have these things freakin' everywhere. Now I just have a few out.

I still look from time to time, but don't buy them that often. Space is a premium in New York City, as you might know.

[optimus187prime]

i really want that watch toy that was released a while ago.

know what'd be sweet?

infinity gauntlet statue.

What like this:
http://us.st12.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/wizarduniverse_2009_141396872
Thanos: The Infinity Gauntlet Glove Replica Museum Replicas (http://www.wizarduniverse.com/mr885012-4.html)

[horatio616]

I bought a lot of figures during the Marvel Toy Biz and McFarlane craze. I mostly regret it because a lot of my McFarlane figures are still gathering dust in a basement. I gave away most of the Toy Biz figures to my sister, who was big into Spider-Man and X-Men in the 90s when the cartoons were big. Nowadays I'll buy the occasional Batman figure. I bought an Iron Man and Wonder Man recently. Just the other day I got out my Raydeen and Micronauts figures and dusted them off and put them in ziplocs. I bought a big mess of Micronauts around 2003 when Palisades reissued the classic figures. I also will buy any Raydeen figure (from the 70s Shogun Warrior line).

[optimus187prime]

I bought a lot of figures during the Marvel Toy Biz and McFarlane craze. I mostly regret it because a lot of my McFarlane figures are still gathering dust in a basement.

Depending on what the figures are of, you may be able to ebay those McFarlanes and get some loot.

Anyone have any really valuable, or rare action figures ? I will take a look at my collection and report back but I am curious what gems you all have.

[deadspace]

Wow that is awesome, I rarely hear it happen in that order.


bit of a weirdo, me :D

For those who collect, what are your favorite figures and what yet-to-be-produced toys do you dream for each night?

the best figure in the world is easily the Hot Toys Joker figure that is being released this month I think... but not in the UK.... it's just toy perfection.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3034/2496919963_070eeb1647.jpg

i'd love to see toys made of the dude from No Country For Old Men and toys of all the traps from the Saw films... hehe, sick.

comic-wise, i cannot WAIT for the WATCHMEN figures!!
http://www.firstshowing.net/img/watchmen-figures-NYCC2.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2234/2508085635_d24b3ab894_o.jpg

a whole line of Fables figures might be cool. i'd love the animals from We3 as well.

[optimus187prime]

That Joker is definitely sick. I will most likely get a few of the Watchmen when they come out too.

[cam-]

I think this is the last toy I've bought...

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51BDX7NJD7L._SL500_AA280_.jpg

and I won this one at the Punisher screening a couple years back...

http://toyattack.com/legends4punisher.jpg

[ryan79]

For a time, I was really into the Marvel Legends line. Honestly, I have 95% of them. I even have an entire bookcase devoted to them. I took the majority out of the box (except for a couple of rare ones). Looking back, I wish I'd only gotten one or two from each set instead of, well...all of them.

[hank41]

i would love a full size usable replica of the infinity gauntlet that i can wear to school

[optimus187prime]

For a time, I was really into the Marvel Legends line. Honestly, I have 95% of them. I even have an entire bookcase devoted to them. I took the majority out of the box (except for a couple of rare ones). Looking back, I wish I'd only gotten one or two from each set instead of, well...all of them.

I have a sick amount of Marvel Legends as well and the only thing I regret is taking the first few series out of their boxes. I love those things, I am only missing the chase figures in most cases.

[gobo]

I have a sick amount of Marvel Legends as well and the only thing I regret is taking the first few series out of their boxes. I love those things, I am only missing the chase figures in most cases.

Never regret playing with toys.

[evilgreg]

I used to be all about transformers toys a few years ago. Beast Wars was my all time favorite collection, I had such a blast with those things and their damn ball joints that popped out too easily.

For the past few years though I've really cut back on buying action figures, but every once in a while the kid inside of me gets the urge to go to TRU and check out the new figures that are out and I usually pick one up.

Last week though I went out and bought a Master Chief McFarlane action figure and was pretty disappointed:/

[optimus187prime]

I have been such a kid recently. A few weeks ago a buddy and I went to Toys 'r' Us and bought Nerf guns. I cant believe how cool those guns have gotten. Clip loaded, bolt action, assault rifles that fire darts so soft you dont even know you are shot unless it hits on bare skin. Needless to say if you come into my house there are two darts heading your way, friend or foe. All I had was crappy Nerf pump tubes that fired yellow foam golf balls.

Here is the gun I got:
http://images.entertainmentearth.com/%5CAUTOIMAGES%5CHNR61983lg.jpg

Some people have even done awesome mods to them.
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e5/Skorp88/ToysOfWar/GOWLancer2.jpg

[droracle]

I've been buying Marvel Legend since Series 1. I have two bins full of them, and many double still in the packs. I like having the superhero toys that I wanted as a kid. Same with the Star Wars lines, finally getting these obscure characters made into action figures is cool to me. Most of the time I take them out and rotate which ones I display.

My current collection goal Fin Fang Foom. I already have found 3 from the Hulk Legends series, 5 more to go.

[optimus187prime]

I've been buying Marvel Legend since Series 1. I have two bins full of them, and many double still in the packs. I like having the superhero toys that I wanted as a kid. Same with the Star Wars lines, finally getting these obscure characters made into action figures is cool to me. Most of the time I take them out and rotate which ones I display.

My current collection goal Fin Fang Foom. I already have found 3 from the Hulk Legends series, 5 more to go.

Preach on brother, Amen! I have one wall practically devoted to them.

[optimus187prime]

Here is a taste of my Lair of Solitude. Mind you this has taken years to amass.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3268/2736854863_937554153e.jpg?v=0http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3008/2737680236_4c77fc2c09.jpg?v=0

[horatio616]

Here is a taste of my Lair of Solitude. Mind you this has taken years to amass.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3268/2736854863_937554153e.jpg?v=0http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3008/2737680236_4c77fc2c09.jpg?v=0

Are you married? If so, nice coup.

[optimus187prime]

Not married but in a committed relationship that is heading in that direction.

[horatio616]

Not married but in a committed relationship that is heading in that direction.

Watch Juno if you haven't already. Save the photo and cherish the memories. ;)

[georgexjr]

What like this:
http://us.st12.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/wizarduniverse_2009_141396872
Thanos: The Infinity Gauntlet Glove Replica Museum Replicas (http://www.wizarduniverse.com/mr885012-4.html)

holy shit.........$400. shit.

[droracle]

Watch Juno if you haven't already. Save the photo and cherish the memories. ;)

I'm married and we've got a 2 year old. So I don't have too much out on display. My office has hidden pockets of toys everywhere. The ottoman in front of my easy chair is hollow and full of figures. Plenty in the closet as well, bin of vintage/modern Star Wars and a bin of Marvel Legends.

The wife is cool about the toys though. She collects Silkstone Barbie dolls and Mimobot USB drives. We just hide them from tiny hands.

BTW dude that room is awesome once the kid is older I'd love to display my collection that way.

[droracle]

I'm wrestling with the possible purchase of the new Millenium Falcon that is part of the new Legacy collection series. That ship is awesome, they finally finally finally made the improvements that I've always wanted in that toy. Four seats in the cockpit, a better entry hatch, an interior that is more faithful to the film. It just looks cool.

http://hasbro.com/common/images/products/87591f475c0_Main400.jpg

[hank41]

@Optimus

You're like the Mr. Flanders of Comics/Toys

[optimus187prime]

BTW dude that room is awesome once the kid is older I'd love to display my collection that way.

Thanks a lot :D

@Optimus

You're like the Mr. Flanders of Comics/Toys

Umm Thank you I think ? :p

Been collecting since I was 15 so I have gathered some cool things.

[hank41]

@ Optimus

Flanders love The Beatles...and Jesus

[ryan79]

Here is a taste of my Lair of Solitude. Mind you this has taken years to amass.




It....it's BEAUTIFUL!

Hey, I've got a few chase figures still in the package if you're interested. Shoot me a PM if you are.

[jimski]

For a while, mostly in my early to mid-20's I bought a lot of figures. I wasn't obsessive, but they were usually associate with movies I liked, or something like that. But it did get to be too much to have these things freakin' everywhere. Now I just have a few out.

I still look from time to time, but don't buy them that often. Space is a premium in New York City, as you might know.

I collected Star Wars figures before I returned to comics. One day in the dorms, I saw a guy with a new Luke Skywalker figure in the elevator. He mentioned that they'd started making figures again, and I was ruined for about five years. It was Freudian score settling: "They never bought me that Boba Fett when I was a kid! I'll show 'em!"

I stopped collecting when a) I ran out of shelf space and the options were either stop buying Ewoks or buy an additional shelf b) I bought the Episode I figures before I saw the movie... and then I saw the movie.

[optimus187prime]

b) I bought the Episode I figures before I saw the movie... and then I saw the movie.

That is a hell of a mistake. How many Jar Jar figures did you end up with?

[optimus187prime]

It....it's BEAUTIFUL!Thank you

Hey, I've got a few chase figures still in the package if you're interested. Shoot me a PM if you are.
Sent

[optimus187prime]

Guess I may have reached the Bandwidth limit for Flickr. Anyone have any photo hosting sites they would recommend?

[hometeam790]

I proudly collect. Lately mainly I've been getting the Justice League Unlimited ones and some of the Mattel DC Universe ones. And with the new Matell DC Crisis ones, I'll get some of those as well (Captain Marvel and Black Adam so far from this current series)

[luthor]

So Mattel released a ton of the new JLU figures this past week and I'm now way behind.

Luthor = sad.

[jimski]

That is a hell of a mistake. How many Jar Jar figures did you end up with?

Oh! There was a part I didn't mention. When I said "I bought the Episode I figures before I saw the movie," I should have said, "I was interviewed on the local news because I bought the Episode I figures the day they came out, which was before the movie was released." Let us call it a public shaming.

[optimus187prime]

Oh! There was a part I didn't mention. When I said "I bought the Episode I figures before I saw the movie," I should have said, "I was interviewed on the local news because I bought the Episode I figures the day they came out, which was before the movie was released." Let us call it a public shaming.

OMG :eek: I would have been mortified the instant everyone saw ep 1. Dude congrats on not opening a vein when that happened :p

[bigyanks]

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w79/bigyanks_bucket/DSCN0256.jpg
those are the latest "toys" i have, its an old pic i have way more hardcovers then that but in a smal room i cant fit a bokshelf. Im loooking to add batman or superman to the mix now just havent found anything i like yet.

[cam-]

THat potato head Optimus is just about the greatest thing ever.

[cam-]

I really like this Batman figure, some day I'll own it.

http://www.starstore.com/acatalog/Batman_BW-Wagner.jpg

I mean, Matt Wagner!

[mileslocman]

There is nothing wrong with surrounding yourself with something you enjoy :cool: i don't collect action figures but i have thousands of old cards that i absolutely treasure and stare at with shit eating :D every chance i get you only get one life enjoy it buddy collect away:)

[optimus187prime]

@bigyanks

Nice collection dude, I really like that daredevil bust.

@CAM

I think that one is a statue, so it might be a little more coin. I really like the Batman b&w statues.

[hank41]

@Bigyanks

nice dude. i like the baby right next to Jack Bauer

[denmmurray]

The Chair Morpheus by McFarlane is sitting on my desk right now...they make great figures.

[ryan79]

those are the latest "toys" i have, its an old pic i have way more hardcovers then that but in a smal room i cant fit a bokshelf. Im loooking to add batman or superman to the mix now just havent found anything i like yet.

I think my favorite part of the collection is the Captain Morgan's Rum bottle behind the picture frame. The man has taste.

[kahunablair]

I really want to get my hands on the Mignola Batman Black & White figure, but seeing how expensive they are going for on eBay I doubt that will happen.

[hank41]

http://bifsniff.com/images/franks-blog/batman-wtf.jpg

squirt guns anyone???

[jasontodd]

squirt guns anyone???

What the hell were they thinking?

[optimus187prime]

Ok one of the letters (Ozzie's I think) for whatever reason made me think of a time when my toys turned on me. Have any of you had your toys harm you physically? Have you ever had a Linkin Login stuck in your nose/ear, swallowed legos, ate too much playdough, lets here about it.


Here is my story:
When I was 12ish I ran into my bedroom (being a boy who hated cleaning my room, it was a mess of toys and clothes), and I tripped putting all my weight on my hands unfortunately under my right hand happened to be a GI Joe laying on his back, he was resting (it was some kind of space version so the figure was twice the size of a normal Joe). The force of the impact pushed the foot of the Joe through my palm and to the bone. I stood up looked at my hand, noticed the one inch gash, there was little to no blood so I didnt flip out, then I calmly walked over to my parents and said "I think I may need to go to the hospital". I was right.

[hank41]

ouch. fuck them Joes. never was a fan. all they bring is pain. my older brother has a very similar story to yours involving Joes

[optimus187prime]

ouch. fuck them Joes. never was a fan. all they bring is pain. my older brother has a very similar story to yours involving Joes
Well tell it if you can. :)

[deadspace]

http://bifsniff.com/images/franks-blog/batman-wtf.jpg

squirt guns anyone???

that is so wrong

[six-gun]

There was a time when about 3/4 of my room was covered in 80 of these (http://www.dragonmodelsusa.com/dmlusa/prodsearch.asp?txtSearch=1%2F6&btnSearch=Search).

All placed meticulously in a base-camp diorama including a (to scale) armory, guard tower, mortar pit, machine gun placement and razor wire.

[hank41]

Six, you truly are a soldier boy

but did you ever have...these!!!

http://www.thetoyshop.com/media/toyshop/products/MagicBox/zoom/215459.jpg

[hank41]

crazy bones homes!!!

[deadspace]

I'm so getting these:

http://www.hottoys.com.hk/product.php?cat=69&pid=383

[optimus187prime]

I'm so getting these:

http://www.hottoys.com.hk/product.php?cat=69&pid=383

Nice find dude ! I really like the Two Face and Batgirl. They remind me of Mighty Mugs.......oh no I shouldnt of said that, now paper will be in here at any moment.

[hank41]

those do look really cool. i can't wait until those come out. the joker and two-face look pretty rad

[brandeezy]

Have you guys not seen the Mighty Muggs? Those things put the "awe" in "awesome!!!". I've got the Darth Vader and Black Suit Spidey, with the Movie Iron Man and Peter Parker on the way.

[labor_days]

There was a time when about 3/4 of my room was covered in 80 of these (http://www.dragonmodelsusa.com/dmlusa/prodsearch.asp?txtSearch=1%2F6&btnSearch=Search).

All placed meticulously in a base-camp diorama including a (to scale) armory, guard tower, mortar pit, machine gun placement and razor wire.

The fact you do not play Company Of Heroes mystifies me. If ever a game was made for you, Six.

If ever...

[deadspace]

Nice find dude ! I really like the Two Face and Batgirl. They remind me of Mighty Mugs.......oh no I shouldnt of said that, now paper will be in here at any moment.

Yeah I think it's the closest thing we'll get to Mighty Muggs for Batman unfortunately. I love Mighty Muggs!

It's just a shame the cos-babies are so small - 3 inches I think. It'd be better if they were twice that size. Still getting them though! They're a mix between old skool and totally awesome cuteness :D

[kahunablair]

Question time:
What online retailers would you all recommend to find this goofy stuff?

[conorkilpatrick]

Question time:
What online retailers would you all recommend to find this goofy stuff?

I got my Captain America Mighty Mugg from Amazon.

[optimus187prime]

Blair I get most of my stuff locally. Seems like with shipping it always gets too expensive. When I have purchased figures online I have used ebay, the Wizard online store, Amazon, walmart, bigbadtoystore.com and Toys 'r' Us.

[six-gun]

The fact you do not play Company Of Heroes mystifies me. If ever a game was made for you, Six.

If ever...

I finally have PC to play it on now!

I'm starting to my feet wet, the genre is new for me ;)

But I like it a lot a lot a lot so far

[kahunablair]

I got my Captain America Mighty Mugg from Amazon.

Blair I get most of my stuff locally. Seems like with shipping it always gets too expensive. When I have purchased figures online I have used ebay, the Wizard online store, Amazon, walmart, bigbadtoystore.com and Toys 'r' Us.

Thank you for the answers, gentlemen. I'll have to give those a shot.

[siratomofbones]

I don't got two many figures. I just got 2 mighty muggs (yoda and spider man),a lost figure and two LORs(SAM and gollom)

[optimus187prime]

I don't got two many figures. I just got 2 mighty muggs (yoda and spider man),a lost figure and two LORs(SAM and gollom)

Mighty Mugs FTW!!!!

I only have the Venom and Cap.

[paper]

Mighty Mugg count: 4

Iron Man, Dr. Doom, Ben Grimm, Indiana Jones

(Used to have a Spider-Man, but a co-worker borrowed it to put on her desk and I quit my job before getting it back. Whoops.)

(Waiting on Chewbacca and Ghost Rider)

[optimus187prime]

ooooo Ghost Rider, I want the Symbiote Suit Spider-Man.

[deadspace]

I don't got two many figures. I just got 2 mighty muggs (yoda and spider man),a lost figure and two LORs(SAM and gollom)

Just out of interest - which Lost figure? they are what got me 'collecting'... though I use that word loosely.

[hank41]

Mighty Mugs? No idea what those are, but my LCS sells Toon Tumblers. dude, those are sweet, even if they only do Marvel. i have Daredevil and i intend on getting more

[hank41]

also, im still taking advice on what Batman toy to get. im looking for something like The New Frontier set or something like that. thanks

[ryan79]

Stumbled upon the latest set of Marvel Legends the other day. Am I imagining things or have the prices skyrocketed? $14.95 a figure? When did that happen?

Not like it makes a difference since I'll buy them all anyway.

[paper]

OMG WANT!!!

http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm283/fuzzytype/2700960824_501a7da97b.jpg

http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm283/fuzzytype/2700145275_5fd1170828.jpg

[optimus187prime]

Wow those mugs are fantastic.

Marvel Legends suck now that Hasbro is making them. They are expensive and they dont look nearly as good. I only pick up the rare figure here and there of the characters that havent been made before.

[hank41]

those look rad. i need to find a colossus

[georgexjr]

you think thats b.a. you should see the red skull and THANOS exclusives. (through previews)

[hank41]

ooooooooooooooooooooo. tasty

[kahunablair]

That Galatus will be mine. Oh yes, it will be mine!

[hank41]

anyone wanna post a link so we can see all of them? thanks in advance

[paper]

This set will be mine. Fuck Galactus. Thanos FTW.

http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm283/fuzzytype/HAS15677.jpg

[hank41]

@Paper

holy shit, those are boss. i must have

[cam-]

I'm so getting these:

http://www.hottoys.com.hk/product.php?cat=69&pid=383

But, they're babies, with boobs, I'm so confused...

[hank41]

But, they're babies, with boobs, I'm so confused...

yeah! fuckin hott babies bro!!

;)

[optimus187prime]

Picked up the Symbiote Suit Spider-Man Mug today at my LCS.

[knightfall]

I'm not one for collecting action figures much anymore but i want every single one of those batman ones i also won't mind having Galactus, Thanos and also the Human Torch i love them all.

[optimus187prime]

Looks like we will be seeing Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow Muggs too. GI Joe muggs FTW
http://www.takefiveaday.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/mighty-muggs-shelf1.jpg

[paper]

You'll also find a Cobra one too.

[bigyanks]

Does anyone know when the transformers one are coming out?
i recently bought a Batman Action figure based on matt fractions trinity.

[hank41]

i saw a pretty cool Doc Oc one at the store yesterday

[optimus187prime]

i saw a pretty cool Doc Oc one at the store yesterday

That one and Ghost Rider are on my list.

[paper]

Chewbacca came in the mail today. Ghost Rider should be here in September.

[hank41]

That one and Ghost Rider are on my list.

yeah, that was there too

[hank41]

yesterday, i bought a Jim Gordon toy from the Dark Victory series for $5 from my LCS

[knightfall]

I wish i had a lcs near me the closest is an hour away and i don't feel like make the drive out there every week but the next time i go i'm going to look and see if they carry them.

[optimus187prime]

Good luck.

Series one is getting more and more scarce. Side note I have a problem, I picked up a 'normal' Spider-Man, I now just need Peter Parker and Doc Oc to complete my set.

[owlboy]

Simpsons lovers! The limited edition Kidrobot vinyl collaboration just dropped (http://www.kidrobot.com/products2.cfm?ID=6370)

[kahunablair]

Well I took the Mighty Mugg plunge last night.
I got the Indy and Mola Ram statues. These things are awesome.

[hank41]

ooooooooo. i haven't seen those

[optimus187prime]

Well I took the Mighty Mugg plunge last night.
I got the Indy and Mola Ram statues. These things are awesome.

Its a slippery slope. I know you want the fertility idol right ?

[kahunablair]

ooooooooo. i haven't seen those
http://www.uploadandgo.com/images/MolaRamIndy.PNG

Its a slippery slope. I know you want the fertility idol right ?

You're darn right I do!
I also want Henry Jones Sr, The Monkey Man, and Toht (the Nazi that burned the medallion into his hand)!

[paper]

Just got Ghost Rider today. Blair, you'd love this design.

That brings the total to:

Iron Man
Spider-Man (still missing at my old job)
Thing
Indiana Jones
Dr. Doom
Chewbacca
Ghost Rider

[kahunablair]

I did really like the Ghost Rider's look quite a bit. Sadly, I just can' see owning a Ghost Rider figure.

Outside of those Indy ones, I really want a Galactus.

[paper]

You should get the blank ones and do some mods!

[kahunablair]

I just saw them on eBay and thought the exact same thing.

I really, really need to get my hands on some of these!!

Oh, and I just bought the Indy Idol.

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f100/techdude77/IDOL.jpg

Throw me the idol! No time to argue, you throw me the idol, I throw you the whip.

As an aside, they are apparently making a Satipo, Alfred Molina, Mugg! I'll also be adding that to the list.

[hank41]

that is totally boss

[paper]

It sucks that Hasbro ships from PA, so I have to pay tax on these. Bleh...

[optimus187prime]

It sucks that Hasbro ships from PA, so I have to pay tax on these. Bleh...

You can ship them to my house and I will get them to you sometime, I swear :D

[brandeezy]

http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd352/doggowar/IMG_0935.jpg

These are the toys that get my creative juices flowing at my desk.

http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd352/doggowar/IMG_0936.jpg

These are the Mighty Muggs that I paid too much for and will never open.

[gobo]

holy crap Mighty Muggs are cuuuuuute

Oooh there's going to be Transformer Mighty Muggs! I have to stay on top of that

[optimus187prime]

Nice Iron Man, I want that one sooooo bad. Also big ups for having hose throwing cards, they are fun if you have a dart board. I bought Doc Ock today, wanted to let everyone know that it appears Wal-Mart is carrying MM's now and the are cheap.

Here is the current MM list.

Spidey (normal)
Spidey (Black Suit)
Venom
Doc Ock
Cap

Im eyeing up Ghost Rider though.

[cam-]

Nice I just noticed the throwing cards, I have those too! In my younger days my friends and I spent an afternoon throwing them at my walls. Parents? Unimpressed.

[horatio616]

I'm like the R Kelly of toys but instead of cruising high schools I cruise eBay and instead of looking for teenagers I look for Crystar figures. Also, no peeing.

[kahunablair]

Oh, and I just bought the Indy Idol.

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f100/techdude77/IDOL.jpg

Throw me the idol! No time to argue, you throw me the idol, I throw you the whip.

This arrived this morning. I can't believe how quick the turn around on this guy was. It's an awesome little figure, too.

[brandeezy]

@Cam: my cards are relics from my college days. my friend and I would whip them and ninja stars at his dorm room door. that'll teach em for making room and board so expensive.

now that i've gotten all the Spider-Man Muggs I think I'm going to go after every version of spider-man Mini-mates has put out. I'm REALLY excited about the upcoming set with "Captain Universe" Spidey!!

though I may get the Mighty Muggs: Snake-Eyes, Galactus, Silver Surfer, and Thanos.... dammit!

[hank41]

wait wait wait wait wait...you can drink out of these might muggs? that's why they call them mighty muggs??

[brandeezy]

@ hank41:no, it's mug as in face, as in "get your ugly mug over hear"- 40's gangster/film noir speech.

[kahunablair]

That Paul Pope Batman figure is awesome. It's the only Black and White Batman I'd actually buy outside of the Mignola version.

wait wait wait wait wait...you can drink out of these might muggs? that's why they call them mighty muggs??

Ah, Hank. So young, so naive. ;)

[brandeezy]

That Paul Pope Batman figure is awesome. It's the only Black and White Batman I'd actually buy outside of the Mignola version.

That Mignola Black and White kicks ass. Are his abs really chiseled like that, or is that the paint or both?

[kahunablair]

It's both.

I have been trying to get my hands on one for a while. I would buy any figure/statue that captured Mignola's style the way the Batman one did. It looks like it was ripped from his art.

[hank41]

im sorry, but i really don't like Paul Pope's art, but i've never read his stuff, so he might be a good writer

[optimus187prime]

im sorry, but i really don't like Paul Pope's art, but i've never read his stuff, so he might be a good writer

Yeah it is too abstract for me.

[deadspace]

ummm.

best face sculpture ever!?

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3013/2796937406_f478591489_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3147/2796833068_4fba5bb664_o.jpg

[optimus187prime]

Is that the 12 inch $200 action figure? That is sooo badass, me wants.

[deadspace]

Yeah, it's the expensive one from Hot Toys

But it's a new version - this is the bank robber version and has had a re-sculpt of the head. Comes with the clown mask he wore at the beginning and a bunch of accessories. I think this is better than the other one - and I didn't think that was possible! I really need to order this.

http://tomztoyz.blogspot.com/2008/08/hot-toys-new-figure-joker-bank-robber.html

http://www.hottoys.com.hk/product.php?cat=66&pid=388

[paper]

I almost want the version without makeup where he's disguised as a police officer. That was scary as hell.

[hank41]

I almost want the version without makeup where he's disguised as a police officer. That was scary as hell.

that would be awesome/freaky

[hank41]

this is cool. i think i want to get a Joker from TDK figure. might be this one

[hank41]

I almost want the version without makeup where he's disguised as a police officer. That was scary as hell.

http://www.beersteak.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/04/heath-ledger-joker-02.jpg

[paper]

Exactly. That moment is terrifying.

[hank41]

yeah, it's one of those quick flashes on film that make your heart stop for a moment

[deadspace]

this is cool. i think i want to get a Joker from TDK figure. might be this one

I was going to get the other Hot Toys one.

But I think the bank robber one is even better. I'm definitely getting it.

This is the older one:

http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r262/retskoow/Pred%20bust/17DK_TheJoker_12inches.jpg

[knightfall]

I seen my first mighty muggs today i kind of regret not getting them i found them at my local wal-mart they had a Lando Calrissian, Wolverine, and a Captain America for $ 3.00 a piece did i pass up a good offer?

[optimus187prime]

I seen my first mighty muggs today i kind of regret not getting them i found them at my local wal-mart they had a Lando Calrissian, Wolverine, and a Captain America for $ 3.00 a piece did i pass up a good offer?

Yes, get in your car and go back. You will regret it later if you do not.

[hank41]

dayum. now i don't know which one to get!

[optimus187prime]

dayum. now i don't know which one to get!

I want the normal Joker(how normal is the Joker really), but damn these are pricey.

[deadspace]

I want the normal Joker(how normal is the Joker really), but damn these are pricey.

really?? do you not think the bank robber version with the new head sculpture is farrrrrrr better?

i even had my wee sister going "OH MY GOD" tonight when I showed her the pictures. and when I told her the price and then told her I was going to buy one she didn't try to talk me out of it. that's how I KNOW it's good.

[deadspace]

Taking about the Joker... I really need to see TDK again at IMAX before it stops showing...

:(

[hank41]

i think they are quite even. both are phenominal

[optimus187prime]

really?? do you not think the bank robber version with the new head sculpture is farrrrrrr better?

i even had my wee sister going "OH MY GOD" tonight when I showed her the pictures. and when I told her the price and then told her I was going to buy one she didn't try to talk me out of it. that's how I KNOW it's good.

No I definitely like the Bank Version. I just think like that purple suit its classic Joker, some thing very Prince about it.

[optimus187prime]

Taking about the Joker... I really need to see TDK again at IMAX before it stops showing...

:(
Yes you should IMAX is the only way to see that movie. It was an experience.

[hank41]

Yes you should IMAX is the only way to see that movie. It was an experience.

amen to that brother

[deadspace]

No I definitely like the Bank Version. I just think like that purple suit its classic Joker, some thing very Prince about it.

True. I do love the clothing in the original Hot Toys Joker, and the fact that he comes with joker cards... but the face sculpture of the bank robber is phenomenal. I NEED it!

Yes you should IMAX is the only way to see that movie. It was an experience.

Hehe I know.. I saw it already in IMAX.. I just feel I need to see it again because really I don't want the option of seeing it in IMAX to ever go away :(

[racemccloud]

I just want to share something that I bought for my daughter.

http://www.kaboodle.com/hi/img/2/0/0/95/5/AAAAAiDV4kQAAAAAAJVVhw.jpg

http://hulkcollection.files.wordpress.com/2007/11/hulk-stuff-5-141.jpg

Greatest... things... ever.

[optimus187prime]

Very cute. I especially like the Hulk.

[hank41]

awwwwwwwwwwwwwww

[knightfall]

Well i didn't get to go back to wal-mart till this morning and all they had left of the Mighty Muggs i found was a Wolverine. O well i'll keep a look out and see if i can find any more later on.

[paper]

My Walmart search only resulted in the two Indiana Jones villains. The quest continues!

[knightfall]

I wish you luck paper i didn't know they started carrying them till i found those on a clearance shelf now i wish i would have grab that Captain America one now to o well i'm bound to find another one sooner or later.

[optimus187prime]

I wish you luck paper i didn't know they started carrying them till i found those on a clearance shelf now i wish i would have grab that Captain America one now to o well i'm bound to find another one sooner or later.

Yeah all of those 'series 1' figures try to get them as they are becoming more and more rare.

[paper]

Looking for Thor, Cap, Doc Oc, and maybe black suit Spider-Man. I wouldn't kick Wolverine or Venom to the curb either if they were cheap.

[hank41]

those would be awesome

[brandeezy]

Do any of you guys collect mini-mates or kubricks? If so, how do you display them?

[hank41]

i don't display dead filmmakers

;)

[esophagus]

I do. I have five in a glass case in the basement.


List of Mighty Muggs I would be all over if I found:
1. Peter Parker
2. Captain America
3. Galactus (which doesn't exist yet)
4. Iron Man
5. Thanos
6. The Thing
7. Silver Surfer
8. Cobra Commander
9. Wolverine
10. Spider-Man

[owlboy]

Do any of you guys collect mini-mates or kubricks? If so, how do you display them?

You could probably get one of these leveled display cases:

http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u107/fp557/displaycase2.jpg

[hank41]

List of Mighty Muggs I would be all over if I found:
1. Peter Parker
2. Captain America
3. Galactus (which doesn't exist yet)
4. Iron Man
5. Thanos
6. The Thing
7. Silver Surfer
8. Cobra Commander
9. Wolverine
10. Spider-Man

those are all awesome. great list, but we need a Daredevil

[hank41]

I do. I have five in a glass case in the basement.

ooooo. do you have the Huston? i hear that's a rare one! ive got a Welles myself

[drwally]

When I went to the IMAX theater in Incheon, there was a nice little shop with some great statues. I just googled - They were Gentle Giant Studios figures of Gandalf, Saruman, Darth Vader, Star Wars Imperial Guard, and some others. The Gentle Giant figures are so wonderfully done that a 2D picture simple does not do them justice. Very, very pretty and very fun to look at. I wanted one. They are much cheaper online.

Also a really nice figure of Superman vs. Wonder Woman
http://www.yesanimation.com/wowovssustli.html
and a statue that was he spitting image of Linda Carter.
http://www.cosmicclutter.com/store/Wonder-Woman-Lynda-Carter-Statue-pr-12720.html

When I went furniture shopping yesterday I also wanted to buy a wooden two meter curtain rod that would have been perfect as a staff. That and a white horse and I could go riding up and down the street where I work....:o

[racemccloud]

Very cute. I especially like the Hulk.

Lots of people not "in the know" think the Hulk is the Green Giant. You know, the dude who sells broccoli? Or his homeboy, Lil' Sprout.

[optimus187prime]

Lots of people not "in the know" think the Hulk is the Green Giant. You know, the dude who sells broccoli? Or his homeboy, Lil' Sprout.

I see the resemblance.

[knightfall]

I can see where people would think that o and while i'm here some one kick me in the butt for not getting that captain america mighty mugg. I need it.

[owlboy]

I can see where people would think that o and while i'm here some one kick me in the butt for not getting that captain america mighty mugg. I need it.

Alright:

http://images.wikia.com/transformers/images/thumb/7/70/CobraCommander-150.jpg/358px-CobraCommander-150.jpg

[knightfall]

Thanks OwlBoy

[owlboy]

Holy crap! I need to get (http://www.potterybarnkids.com/products/hx300/index.cfm?pkey=cboys-toys%7Ck)these! (http://www.potterybarnkids.com/products/hx301/index.cfm?pkey=cboys-toys%7Ck)

[hank41]

those can be awesome if they do awesome covers

[paper]

I now own a Mace Windu Mighty Mugg. It just sort of happened.

[hank41]

i just posted this on the gen. discussion thread. thought i should share it here. i didn't see this coming, but i don't think anything could be more rad

http://www.4colorrebellion.com/media/pics/08/02/lando2.jpg

[paper]

It really is one of the best ones.

[esophagus]

I would pay for a Sam Jackson in Lakeview Terrace or Snakes on a Plane mugg. But Mace Windu? I'm afraid I'm going to have to hold out.

[paper]

My mom happened upon him at Walmart. She knows I like the Mighty Mugg brand, so she just grabbed it. The box looked like it was present at Woodstock '99.

[esophagus]

I didn't realize they carried lightsabers. So silly.

http://www.seibertron.com/images/events/85/r_Mighty-Muggs-Mace-Windu.jpg

[paper]

Why wouldn't they?

[esophagus]

I don't know, it just never crossed my mind.

[hank41]

they've got lego hands

[tomanderson]

They certianly hold their weight in terms of being collectors items and eventually being worth a lot of money. I wouldn't be caught dead playing around with them of course...

[owlboy]

Don't be afraid; you're among friends

[optimus187prime]

They certianly hold their weight in terms of being collectors items and eventually being worth a lot of money. I wouldn't be caught dead playing around with them of course...

I dump them all in a bubble bath once a week. Marvel vs. Star Wars, Marvel usually wins.

[hank41]

legolas always won. he could even beat up goku

[optimus187prime]

legolas always won. he could even beat up goku

He is a cutey!!!

[hank41]

he usually won by staring into the eyes of his enemy before the enemy's head exploded from cuteness overload.

he was the reigning champ until along came a young gun who went by the name of .... Nick Jonas. sadly, he was and still is slightly cuter...

[paper]

New Mighty Muggs acquired. Hulk and Wolverine. At Target, no less!

[piscespaul]

They're @ Target? Nice...On my way after work

[hank41]

i feel like such a loser for not having a mighty mugg.

i live in shame

[paper]

You don't even have one? What's wrong with you?

You're like that kid Gerald in 4th grade who didn't have any pogs because his mom said they were the devil's contact lenses.

[optimus187prime]

Watch Juno if you haven't already. Save the photo and cherish the memories. ;)

Watched it and my GF guarantees me it will not happen. We agreed we will get a three bedroom if we have a 'mistake'.

[hank41]

You don't even have one? What's wrong with you?

You're like that kid Gerald in 4th grade who didn't have any pogs because his mom said they were the devil's contact lenses.

damn, i never wanted to be Gerald

[owlboy]

Dude Gerald smelled like cheese

[paper]

Boba Fett and Obi Wan Muggs acquired. There were like six Hulks at this Target. They're out there if you're looking for them.

[xebix]

I haven't bought any in a while, but I have a few action figures where and there. Nothing like some of the pics I have seen here though. And btw. I am 29; and yes, I am married.

[hank41]

can anyone point me in the direction of a list of all the mighty muggs please? thanks. i wanna get a good'n

[paper]

can anyone point me in the direction of a list of all the mighty muggs please? thanks. i wanna get a good'n

Kapow (http://www.hasbro.com/default.cfm?page=browse&brand=880)!

[knightfall]

Thanks paper i been wondering myself of what else was out there and thanks hank for asking the question.

[paper]

My revised Muggs list:

Marvel
Spider-Man (still M.I.A.)
Iron Man
Hulk
Thing
Ghost Rider
Wolverine
Dr. Doom

Indiana Jones
Indy
Mola Ram
Cairo Swordsman

Star Wars
Obi-Wan Kenobi (McGregor)
Chewbacca
Boba Fett
Mace Windu

Still Looking For/Anticipating:
Thanos
Red Skull
Darth Vader
Storm Trooper
Lando Calrissian
Thor
Doc Oc
Captain America
Galactus
Henry Jones Sr.
Monkey Man (Indiana Jones)
Human Torch
Optimus Prime
Snake Eyes

[hank41]

thanks bud.

do you know of any others that are coming out soon? (more work for you!)

[paper]

Transformers, GI-Joe, Red Skull, Thanos, Punisher, Human Torch, Galactus.

Exciting news: There are reports of Storm Troopers, Han Solos, and most importantly, Lando f'ing Calrissians in my area. More as the story develops.

[hank41]

thanks bud. i think im going with the Yoda, Wolverine, and Captain America.

possibly vader

[hank41]

is that site you gave me the best place to order them online or is there a better place because i might order them tonight...thanks again oh wise one

[esophagus]

Thirty dollars. Too much to pay for a Mighty Mugg if its totally awesome?

[hank41]

yes. too much.

[paper]

Thirty dollars. Too much to pay for a Mighty Mugg if its totally awesome?

Which one?

[esophagus]

Which one?Peter Parker.

Edit: I know I won't find it for less, I'm mostly just contemplating not getting it at all.

[hank41]

my lcs has it for $15

[esophagus]

my lcs has it for $15
Really? I guess I need to do some digging. I can't seem to find it for less than $30.

[paper]

The site I posted was the Hasbro site. Hasbro makes them, so there's no middle man.

The cheapest you will find a Mighty Mugg is 9.99. You can find them at Walmart and Target as well. You might find Muggs at Amazon, but you have to watch out for shipping costs even beyond the elevated price. I'd suggest looking in your local stores and if you can't find them there, go with Hasbro. If not there, either wait for a convention or go with ebay.

[paper]

Peter Parker is a limited edition (like metallic Iron Man and Indy's dad). 30 might not be bad. I'm surprised Hank saw one at his shop.

[esophagus]

I'm surprised Hank saw one at his shop.Me too. Especially for $15.

There are only 3000 out there.

[paper]

If you don't get slammed with shipping I'd say go for it. It's a great design.

[hank41]

yeah, i love that one.

thanks for the help paper

[paper]

Stop everything!

THERE HAS BEEN A THOR SIGHTING!!!!

[hank41]

w-w-w-w-what?

[optimus187prime]

Stop everything!

THERE HAS BEEN A THOR SIGHTING!!!!

I see Thor at the local Walmart all the time. If your having trouble finding it let me know and I can give it to you in B-more.

[optimus187prime]

I am looking for/Anticipating:
Thanos
Red Skull
Skrull
Galactus
Human Torch
Optimus Prime
Megatron
Soundwave
Cobra commander
Destro
Snake Eyes
Storm Shadow
Punisher
Jigsaw
Ultimate Cap

Transformers, GI-Joe, Red Skull, Thanos, Punisher, Human Torch, Galactus.

Exciting news: There are reports of Storm Troopers, Han Solos, and most importantly, Lando f'ing Calrissians in my area. More as the story develops.
Seriously let me know if you want Vader, Thor, or Storm Troopers because I can find them a plenty, at least I could last week.

Thirty dollars. Too much to pay for a Mighty Mugg if its totally awesome?

Id say for one as rare as Parker it is worth it. The series one Venom was going for over $30 not too long ago, and that is a normal release.

[gobo]

I'm just waiting for the Transformers ones, I took a look at toysrus.ca and they just had Indy ones.

[optimus187prime]

I'm just waiting for the Transformers ones, I took a look at toysrus.ca and they just had Indy ones.

Transformer ones are not out yet but stay tuned I guarantee this thread will explode when more muggs are released.

[gobo]

Yeah I know there's no TF yet, but they didn't even have the Marvel or Star Wars ones online at Toys R Us.

I hope we have them all at like Wal Mart or something... I just really don't want to go to Wal Mart and find they have nothing.

[paper]

I've had more luck at Target.

[esophagus]

I've had more luck at Target.
Canada has no Target.

[piscespaul]

I've found a bunch of them at Urban Outfitters ...Paper any around you?

[deadspace]

If only marvel and DC could be one big happy family and make some batman muggs.

[paper]

I've found a bunch of them at Urban Outfitters ...Paper any around you?

I'll have to check UO next time I'd downtown. They probably jack up the price though.

[piscespaul]

The shops here in Boston price them at 9.99 so you may be in luck

[esophagus]

If only marvel and DC could be one big happy family and make some batman muggs.
http://i1.ebayimg.com/04/i/001/0a/3d/6ad8_1.JPG

http://i6.ebayimg.com/02/i/001/09/ab/984f_1.JPG

[optimus187prime]

Those are sweet. If you look on ebay there are many custom muggs but they are either A) Pricey, B)Horribly done, or C)Pricey and horribly done.

[paper]

If someone made a really good custom Dr. Horrible Mighty Mugg, I'd probably have to buy it.

[optimus187prime]

If someone made a really good custom Dr. Horrible Mighty Mugg, I'd probably have to buy it.

Not if I bought it first.

[deadspace]

http://i1.ebayimg.com/04/i/001/0a/3d/6ad8_1.JPG

http://i6.ebayimg.com/02/i/001/09/ab/984f_1.JPG

Damn those aren't bad!

[hank41]

those would be damn fine and a dr. horrible would be cool. almost as cool as a captain hammer

[paper]

They need to make Mad Men Mighty Muggs. It's a no-brainer.

[hank41]

I'll have to check UO next time I'd downtown. They probably jack up the price though.

they have star wars ones at mine and the are $14...not bad

[optimus187prime]

those would be damn fine and a dr. horrible would be cool. almost as cool as a captain hammer

The Hammer is his Penis. ;)