The Rumor Buster

We just got in the newest round of answers back from Mattel and here they are!

1) Why do some characters in DCIH get treated with the old body while they were previously treated with the new mold? For example: we got multi-articulation Flash (Barry) & Psycho Pirate in the Crisis 4-pack only to later be released in single packs with the old mold instead of multi-articulation?

Many times something like this is the case of an older toy being released later then expected even after newer versions of a character have been available through other channels.

2) Is the theme for DCIH this year going to be the 75th Anniversary or is there going to be a more story-specific theme like last year with its Crisis theme?

Yes, the theme for Infinite Heroes in 2010 will be DC 75th!

3) In your 2009 MOTUC round-up, you mentioned having a roll-out through 2016. With DCIH and DCUC being tied to developments in the comic books, how far ahead are those lines planned out?

The DC lines are currently planned through 2011. We will start working on the 2012 line later this year.

4) For MOTUC, the upcoming figure stands apparently have a modular element to them (a piece of rubble that snaps into the stands); will additional modular elements, for instance larger wall panels, be created?

We are looking into ways of expanding scenic offerings, but nothing is set in stone right now (no pun intended!)

5) There are extra entries on The Secret Saturday’s Cryptipedia for Komodo, Duah, Tapire-Iauara, and the Amarok. Coincidentally, these are the same cryptids featured in the TRU exclusive pack, however the pack comes with the same cards as the single non-exclusive cryptids. Could we get an explanation as to why this is?

This was simply a issue with what cards were available to use when this customized item went into production. No other secret there!

There you go! As always, you can head on over to the board to discuss.