The final first look at TheFwoosh.com this week is a double-shot of DC Universe. They take a look at the upcoming DC Universe Classics Fists of Clay 2-pack, featuring a muddied black and gray Batman (a repaint of DCUC wave 1) and Clayface (a re-release from the DC Superheroes line.) I was more interested in the Giants of Justice Flash, a continuation of Mattel’s 12-inch rotocast line that so far has included Batman, Superman, and Killer Croc.
I have not been collecting these due to price – at close to $30 it just seems too high, especially for a rotocast figure. But Flash looks pretty good. He’s going to be on sale at the Toys R Us booth at San Diego Comic-Con.
DC Universe Giants of Justice Flash
I like this figure for what it is. He is a scaled up version of the Four Horsemen’s DCUC sculpt (so it is kinda like getting one of their amazing prototypes) with some of the articulation of his smaller counterpart cut out. His points are as followed- ball head, partial ball shoulders, hinge elbows, waist swivel, cut t-hips and knee hinges. So, not as much articulation as we get in DCUC, but still quite a few point. He is, like the Giants figures before him, a hollow figure with fantastic paint applications, I cannot find one bit of bleed or slop.
I’d not heard of Bif Bang Pow! before. They’ve got an interesting mix of licensed properties.
Bif Bang Pow! Explodes at Comic-Con!
Manufacturer Showcases 7 San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) Exclusives from Dexter™, The Big Lebowski™, and Flash Gordon™
LOS ANGELES, CA (June 16, 2009) – Comic-Con International celebrates its 40th anniversary, and Bif Bang Pow!’s booming line of collectibles from Dexter™, The Big Lebowski™, and Flash Gordon™ explodes at Comic-Con International: San Diego 2009 with the unveiling of seven brand-new, limited edition, SDCC Exclusive action figures… plus bobble head product debuts from The Twilight Zone™ that add to the buzz. Available only at the Entertainment Earth® booth #2343. Prices include sales tax, and perperson limits may apply at the show.
The Big Lebowski – Jesus
The Big Lebowski – Donny
The Big Lebowski – The Stranger
Flash Gordon – Klytus
Flash Gordon – Klytus
Flash Gordon – Klytus
Flash Gordon – Prince Barin
Flash Gordon – Dale
Dexter
Dexter with base
The Twilight Zone – Invade Bobble Head
The Twilight Zone – Mystic Seer Bobble Head
The Twilight Zone – Mystic Seer Bobble Head
Dexter™ Based on season 2 of the hit series, this 7-inch tall SDCC Exclusive Dexter™ The Dark Defender Action Figure gives the good guy / bad guy a new look, complete with knife, cloth cloak, blood slide, and display base. His sculpt is personally approved by actor Michael C. Hall. ($22)
The Big Lebowski™ From one of the most quoted films of all time, Bif Bang Pow! presents three new releases for achievers and Dude fans everywhere! Don’t miss the SDCC Exclusive talking Jesus, The Stranger, and Donny figures that speak phrases from the film. Each stands about 8-inches tall and comes with an awesome array of personalized accessories and a bowling alley display base. Limited edition of 1,800 pieces (Jesus) and 1,200 pieces (The Stranger, Donny). ($25 each)
Alex Ross / Flash Gordon™ These SDCC Exclusives stand about 7-inches tall and highlight designs by the famed Alex Ross. Choose from Ming’s dead henchman Klytus with protruding eyes and tongue, Prince Barin after his battle with Flash, and Dale in a white gown that’s sure to catch our hero’s eye. Limited edition of 1,200 pieces each. ($20 each)
The Twilight Zone™ Product Debut! “You’re traveling through another dimension…” Based on memorable episodes from the iconic TV series, the authentically detailed Invader Bobble Head and Mystic Seer Bobble Head will transport you to the boundaries of imagination. The Invader stands 6 1/2-inches tall, while Mystic Seer measures 8-inches and includes fortune-telling cards. ($14 each)
“As Comic-Con International celebrates its 40th anniversary, Bif Bang Pow! is adding to the festivities by commemorating the 75th birthday of Flash Gordon™ and the 50th anniversary of The Twilight Zone™ with one-of-a-kind convention exclusives and first-look debuts based on these and other popular properties like Dexter™ and The Big Lebowski™,” said Jason Lenzi, CEO of Bif Bang Pow! “We’re proud to be a part of Comic-Con again this year and to make SDCC the venue for these electrifying new releases. Expect more of the unexpected from Bif Bang Pow!”
This blog item is in our newest comics and pop culture feature, The Blog From Another World, but I thought it deserved a repost. I have to admit that I don’t really understand the broad appeal of urban vinyl figures, but my wife is a big fan. With 17 blind boxed figures, we might be in for a big expenditure if she finds this.
If you’re skipping San Diego Comic-Con this year, you don’t have to miss out on all the fun. TFAW.com was lucky enough to get our hands on a limited number of the SDCC-exclusive Domo Qees that Dark Horse Deluxe is offering this year!
What’s a Mystery Qee? Dark Horse Deluxe has produced 17 two-inch vinyl figures in varying scarcities, and each Qee is blind-boxed. That means that instead of ordering a specific figure, you’ll have to wait and open your package to see which Domo Qee you’re getting–each order will contain a surprise inside!
My personal favorite is the wood-grained Domo Qee, but there’s one with an argyle print, one spotted with polka dots, and many other awesome variations. Each figure also contains an additional Domo part, such as an arm, leg, or body. Once you collect them all, you can create a bonus transparent Domo vinyl figure!
Our SDCC-Exclusive Domo Contest page has all of the details, so check it out and then pre-order a Domo 2″ Mystery Qee by July 14. Then come back on July 31st to see who won! Keep in mind that we only have a handful of these special SDCC Qees, so enter now!
Who’s excited about this contest? Are you a Domo fan? What’s your favorite Qee variation? Post your comments below!
We also got pics of the 3.75-inch Hellboy and Golden Army Soldier two-pack. Some people were hoping that the Golden Army Soldier’s flame effects would be translucent. That would have been icing, but this is a pretty sweet set regardless.
Mezco’s Golden Army Soldier Prepares To Storm SDCC 2009!
Mezco’s award-winning 3.75inch Hellboy line continues with the addition of the highly anticipated Golden Army Soldier! The Golden Army Soldier stands approximately 7 inches tall (in scale next to the other figures in the 3.75inch series) and features eight points of articulation. He comes packaged with a 3.75inch Hellboy, who comes complete with a base, and his legendary sidearm, the Samaritan.
Mezco has sent over new pictures of it’s Mez-Itz Hellboy that’s an exclusive this summer for San Diego Comic-Con and the Mezco online store. Mez-Itz have grown up – at six inches Hellboy will match up nicely in both style and size with some other vinyl offerings, like Hasbro’s Mighty Muggs, but will be a bit undersized when compared with Dark Horse’s eight-inch Hellboy Qee.
Mez-Itz Comic Book Hellboy
Mezco Mez-Itz Hellboy
Mezco’s beloved Mez-Itz return in a larger six inch form. These newly resized creations are the hot new item in the world of designer vinyl for 2009. Based on the artwork of Mike Mignola, this limited edition Hellboy Mez-Itz captures the essence of the comic book Hellboy from his sawed-off horns to his posable tail. Standing six inches tall, with six points of articulation, this limited edition figures comes complete with Hellboy’s legendary gun, the Samaritan.
