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By Ron, on March 12th, 2010 I’ve got the Battle-Damaged Mark III from Hot Toys on pre-order, so I’m glad they’re leading with War Machine for their Iron Man 2 Movie Masterpiece figures. I will try to resist picking up all the various armors that get introduced in this line, but it’s going to be pretty tough to do.
“Iron Man 2: War Machine teaser” by Hot Toys
The highly anticipated Iron Man 2 collectibles are coming for preview before movie launches!
 Hot Toys Iron Man 2 War Machine Teaser Taking the lead is the well-received character War Machine. Can’t wait for the real-like collectible figure?
Ready for preview now? Here’s the teaser for fans! More are coming!
via Facebook | Hot Toys’s Photos – Iron Man 2: War Machine teaser.
By Ron, on March 11th, 2010 This is an extremely cool event in support of a great charity. If you’re a Minimates customizer and love robots, or just someone who wants to help out, reach out for luke314pi at the Charitymates 4 thread on the Minimate Multiverse.
We’ll be sure to highlight the Minimates robots auctions when the first auctions start in April, as well as the main event starting in June.
Customizers Supporting Convoy of Hope
Our 4th annual Charitymates customizing event has begun! Charitymates is an annual charity event held at the Minimate Multiverse. During this event, Minimate customizers (veteran and novice alike) create and donate a Minimate custom based on a theme chosen by the community. These one-of-a-kind creations are then auctioned off on eBay with 75% of the proceeds going to a specific charity (also chosen by the community) and the remaining 25% helping with the operation costs of the Minimate Multiverse.
This year’s theme is A Convoy of Robots Supporting Convoy of Hope. Customizers will create unique robot Minimates limited only by their imagination. If you are interested in participating, head on over to the Charitymates 4 thread at MMV. We already have 21 customizers who have pledged to make a custom, and we are hoping we can get even more participants before the June 1st deadline. Most of the artists who have participated in the past are returning again this year, providing an all-star line-up of talented customizers. And our charity of choice, Convoy of Hope, needs donations now more than ever. They are currently providing food, clean water, and supplies to victims of the earthquake in Chile. You can read more about Convoy of Hope on their web site here.
The finished customs will be posted on our brand new web site at Charitymates.com. This site will also feature information on the upcoming auctions for this annual event, where you will have a chance to own an amazing custom and help a worthy cause at the same time. And while the annual Charitymates event will be our main focus, our web site will also auction off one custom Minimate each month for charity. The first of these smaller auctions will be coming in April. We hope that you will stop by our site from time to time and check out the cool customs the Minimate customizing community is creating for a good cause.
For more information, please visit Charitymates.com.
By Ron, on March 11th, 2010 
We learned at Toy Fair that the second series of Retro-Action DC Super Heroes would include Batman (masked and unmasked), Two-Face, Aquaman, and Black Manta. I read on Raving Toy Maniac this morning that Amazon has the 3rd series listed – if these Retro DC Super Heroes listings on Amazon are correct, series 3 will include:
- Wonder Woman
- Cheetah
- Flash
- Captain Cold
By Ron, on March 9th, 2010 When we saw Mike Deodato’s Marvel Universe card art, it begged the question of whether we’d be getting a Norman Osborne figure in his HAMMER outfit. Now we know that he’s just one of three choices for the exclusive figure that will be offered to Marvel Digital Comics subscribers, like Nick Fury was last year.
Personally, I think that X-Force Archangel and Dark Avengers Ms. Marvel (Karla Sofen) are easy variants for Hasbro to make for the upcoming Archangel and existing Ms. Marvels, so I hope that people vote for Norman. At least we’d be getting a new Norman Osborn head (if we aren’t getting one with the upcoming Iron Patriot figure already.)
Vote for the Next Exclusive Marvel Universe Figure
We want YOU to help us pick the next action figure to be offered exclusively to Digital Comics subscribers
Last year, fans far and wide went bananas for the Nick Fury Marvel Universe action figure offered exclusively to Marvel Digital Comics Unlimited subscribers. And now, for 2010, we want YOU to help decide which figure new subscribers will receive.
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X-FORCE #5 cover by Clayton Crain
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Ms. Marvel by Mike Deodato
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Norman Osborn by Mike Deodato
Your choices are Archangel in his current X-Force costume, Norman Osborn in his H.A.M.M.E.R. outfit and Ms. Marvel–the MM from Dark Avengers, aka Karla Sofen, aka Moonstone!
Cast your vote in our official poll now–voting closes at 11:59 p.m. Eastern on March 15. Once all the votes are tallied, we’ll let you know which choice won, when it’ll be available and how to get it!
via We want YOU to help us pick the next action figure to be offered exclusively to Digital Comics subscribers | Marvel.com News | Marvel.com.
By Ron, on March 9th, 2010 Mattel posted packaged shots of She-Ra on their Facebook page. This should clear up any questions about her head. Two heads are included, with one coming with a mask that can be displayed eyeholes up or down.
Just got in first samples of packaged She-Ra. A few small tweaks but it is pretty much ready to go for June!
 
- She-Ra in her package. Packed out just like all MOTUC figures with the same “head look” as the vintage toy.
- Here is She-Ra’s package back with an all new bio!
via Facebook | Mattycollector.com: She-Ra in package!
Here’s the bio, for those of you whose eyes are failing them (like mine are for me!)
There’s more… click to continue reading Masters of the Universe Classics She-Ra Packaged Pics
By Ron, on March 9th, 2010 Mattel has posted a couple of DC Universe Classics updates on the MattyCollector.com Facebook page. First, a quick update on the modern Cheetah variant for DC Universe Classics 13. The deco has been revised to add a black top and black leggings to represent her most recent look. For posterity, I included the original 2-up prototype shot on the right.
 
Here is the final version of Modern Cheetah. We do have plans for the all animal skin version, but not in Wave 13. Stay tuned!
Mattel also posted pics of the Wal-Mart exclusive wave 14. Although I knew Zatanna’s hat was removable, I hadn’t seen a pic with her hat off.
There’s more… click to continue reading Mattel DC Universe Classics Waves 13 and 14 Update
By Ron, on March 8th, 2010 In my haste this morning, I mistakenly posted that Trap Jaw, not Tri-Klops, would be on sale at C2E2 – thanks to all of you who contacted me to alert me of my error.
 
If you missed out on your chance at the Masters of the Universe Classics Tri-Klops (see my review), you may not have to resort to eBay or wait for Mattel to reissue him. Residents of the Chicago area will have a chance to pick up Tri-Klops from Mattel at the Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo, which runs from April 16 – 18.
They’ll also have another sold out item, Ghostbuster’s Ray Stantz (see my review), available. Both items will be in limited quantities, so stop at Mattel first!
Mattel Display at Chicago Comic Expo & Reserve Products For Sale
Toy Fans,
As you know, we hold back product from sales in “reserve” to replace damaged or lost product. After enough time has passed, the product isn’t needed any longer so we’ve decided to start offering that product to you. We’ll begin selling it at various conventions around the country and eventually offer some here at MattyCollector.com.
The first offering will be limited quantities of Ghostbusters™ 6″ Ray Stanz™ and Masters of the Universe® Classics Tri-Klops® figures in April. You’ll find them for sale at the convention sales desk at the Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2) show running April 16-18.
Even if you’re not in the market for these figures, be sure to stop by the Mattel display. MOTU fans will find favorites like Count Marzo™, Gygor™, Tytus™, Keldor™, Whiplash™, Optikk™, and more! And if you dig DC, don’t miss the Wave 14 figures, Lobo, and Waves 1 and 2 of the Retro-Action™ line. Plus, a spirited Ghostbusters™ collection will be on hand.
That’s just a taste of some of the hot toys you can expect to see. So remember, if you’re in the Chicago area April 16-18, stop by the Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo and tell ‘em Matty sent you!
−−Matty
P.S. Please don’t call Digital River asking to purchase the product. It will only be sold as described above.
via MattyCollector.com Online Store.
By Ron, on March 4th, 2010 
Back in October, we were happy to share some of the Marvel Universe Secret Wars card art by Bob Layton. Hasbro has continued to work with the top Marvel artists on the card art for the Marvel Universe line. For 2009, Frank Cho was tapped for the main line’s card art, and Joe Quesada provided the art for the San Diego Comic-Con exclusives (and word has it that he’ll repeat for SDCC this year.)
In 2010, it’s Mike Deodato Jr. on the main line. I happened upon some of the original, uncolored art for the cards and wanted to share it with you here.
There’s more… click to continue reading Mike Deodato Card Art for Marvel Universe
By Ron, on March 4th, 2010 Is it me, or is Sam Worthington becoming synonymous with big budget CGI action flicks? The 2-up of the Perseus figure looked awesome at NECA’s showroom at Toy Fair.
The Gods Must Be Crazy
New Clash of the Titans figures and props available this month!
The new Warner Bros. remake of Clash of the Titans isn’t out for another month, but NECA’s got you prepped ahead of time with all-new figures and props from the movie!
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Perseus
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Figurines of the Gods
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Baton from the Gods
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Perseus’ Sword from the Gods
Whether he likes it or not, Perseus is headed to the underworld to fight Hades, and, sure, he’s bringing some friends along for the ride, but we all know who the pressure’s on. After all, being a son of Zeus comes with some expectations, right? Well, when it comes to saving Earth from being overrun by demons and other terrible types, at least we know we’re in good hands.
NECA’s first line of Clash of the Titans action figures features two versions of Perseus, as he’s portrayed in the film by actor Sam Worthington (Avatar, Terminator: Salvation); one clean and one who’s kicked up some dirt from all that fighting. Both figures stand 7″ tall and come with a sword, shield and battle-hardened attitude.
Next up are the resin statues of the gods. Available in a set of six, the statues capture the movie likenesses perfectly and are 7″ tall. These will be in stores later this month and make for an extremely unique collector’s item for fans of the film or of Greek mythology in general.
Last but not at all least are the massive prop replicas from the film. Real metal weapons that look as true-to-life as you’re going to get. Perseus’ sword is 27″ long and gorgeously crafted. His sword from the gods is even bigger, measuring 34″ long and featuring a unique handle and detail that Clash of the Titans fans will go nuts for. There’s also the highly detailed 9 1/2″ throwing knife used by Draco in the film and the 10 1/2″ baton of the gods (for those in a less stabby mood), which excellently match the movie’s intricate designs.
NECA’s Clash of the Titans merchandise will be available this month in stores and at our Amazon storefront .
via www.necaonline.com || National Entertainment Collectibles Association, Inc..
By Ron, on March 3rd, 2010 
Hot Toys is running a poll on its blog asking you to pick which Avatar character you would like to see as a Movie Masterpiece. They’ve got four choices – Jake Sully (Avatar), Neytiri, Colonel Miles Quaritch, and Dr. Grace Augustine, plus the chance to write in a vote if your pick isn’t there.
As you might imagine, Jake Sully is running away with it. When they make him, I wonder if they’ll make him in scale – that’d be a 20-inch tall Movie Masterpiece! I can easily see them making Jake and Neytiri – do you think they’d ever get to an avatar version of Sigourney Weaver?
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