Archive for January, 2010:
A Brave and the Bold Action League Killer Moth?
DrFrankStein located an eBay auction purporting to be a Brave and the Bold Action League Killer Moth. We’re still trying to figure out what it is, as discussion on the Action League section of the forum proves, because it fits with the Action League sculpts, but not really Killer Moth’s look so feel free to head over to the Rumor Buster Message Board to help untangle the mystery.
Ask Matty 1/15/10
We’d like to thank everyone who’s participated in helping us gather questions for Ask Matty this month, it’s been great!
Alright, now that we have that out of the way, how about we get to our first set of answers from Mattel?
1. Is there another wave of Secret Saturdays 6″ figures on the way? If so, can you say who’s in it?
At this time, there are no new plans for Secret Saturday toys. Everything for the line is now at retail.
2. Are there any plans to extend the Batman Brave & the Bold style (mini or 5″) out to other characters that haven’t appeared on the show?
No, the Brave and the Bold line is a more kid-oriented line compared to a collector line like JLU, which is more of a luxury. The B&B figures will remain show specific for now.
3. Are there any plans to fix the DCIH new molds’ knees? The new knees are prone to break easily, but the old knees were great. Are there any plans to go back to something similar to the old knees?
Yes, we are constantly working to improve not only the joints, but paint ops and accessories as well.
4. Will posters be added to the Batman Brave & the Bold Action League 2-packs to encourage consumers to buy the sets & inform us about upcoming characters?
There was a great poster for the minis available at SDCC, which shows off the entire line. It is something we will consider.
5. Will there be playsets for Batman Brave & the Bold Action League, such as the Batcave or Justice League headquarters?
Nothing planned at the moment, but the future is wide open as the show remains popular with kids and collectors.
Time Squad Build-a-Figure Master?
While many of us missed out on the first batch of Doctor Who related Time Squad figures offered by Character Options, a new wave is being offered with a unique twist: collect all the packs and you can assemble your very own version of the Master, straight from the recent End of Time special! Head over to the Rumor Buster Message Board to discuss.
Black Panther Finally Airing!
It’s the show everyone’s known about, but nobody’s been able to see, and finally, the animated Black Panther gets to air! Unfortunately, it’s down in Australia, but still. Here’s Marvel’s rundown of the upcoming episodes:
Episode 1: Jan 16 at 8.15pm on ABC3 in Australia
In a top-secret Washington meeting, Intelligence Agent Everett Ross briefs the government on the history of the Black Panther, the warrior king of the African nation of Wakanda. Meanwhile on the other side of the world, the Black Panther must compete to defend his throne in hand-to-hand combat. Featuring the voices of Djimon Hounsou, Kerry Washington, Alfre Woodard and Jill Scott.
Episode 2: Jan 16 at 8.42pm on ABC3 in Australia
Having been crowned the new Black Panther, T’Challa must contend with jealousy in the royal court while searching for the man who murdered his father. Unbeknownst to him, a deadly assassin named Klaw is assembling a team of super-villains to attack Wakanda.
Marvel also teases that Captain America and Juggernaut will be appearing, while Jill Scott is reported to voice Storm.
Brave and the Bold Action League Wildcat
Thanks to ARBCOToys pointed out an eBay auction for a new Brave and the Bold Action League Wildcat figure! Big thanks also to the Action Figure Insider forums where this first popped up. Head over to the Rumor Buster message board to discuss the latest addition to Batman’s allies.
Marvel Universe Secret Wars Waves 3 and 4 Official Photos
Official Photos of Marvel Universe Secret Wars Waves 3 and 4 are up at the gallery. These awesome waves bring:
So head over to the Rumor Buster message board to discuss!
Action League Scarecrow, Clayface and Black Lightning
Lobsterman was on the ball and spotted some new Brave and the Bold Action League figures that have startedappearing on ebay. Clayface, Black Lightning and Scarecrow are apparently all sculpted and waiting to join DC’s growing battle between good and evil. Looks like Toxin’s going to have to update the Brave and the Bold Action League Good Guy and Bad Guy polls.
