New Marvel 3.75" Appreciation Thread

The Creator · 03-19-2019, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by hasbroherofan

Vala also provides an explanation for what happened to Marvel Universe. About what I expected, but still pretty discouraging.

Memories bro sometimes that's all you have which inspires me to customize and just get it out. I think that it is over personally and so sad.

Il Cattivo · 03-19-2019, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by hasbroherofan

Vala also provides an explanation for what happened to Marvel Universe. About what I expected, but still pretty discouraging.

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I appreciate and respect your point of view but I want to give you some insight so you know the actual facts. Yes, 4" fans are loyal however, there just aren't enough of you out there. It is my favorite scale but the sad truth is that is doesnt sell well. Sure it sells well to the 1500 collectors out there but thats nowhere near enough for a company like Hasbro to support the scale. I worked on Marvel Universe and sadly saw it dwindle down to a shell of what it was. This was because they were too expensive to produce compared to a 6" figure and the retailers didnt want 4". I'm not talking out of my ass here, these are facts. If and when Joe comes back I have a feeling its not going to be what the fans want. Its unfortunate that the 3.75" ARAH days are done and there is no one left at Hasbro that cares about it. Joe will something new and either people will get on board or they wont.

lies. dwight killed the line because some gi joe/mu fan insulted his daughter.

Sender · 03-19-2019, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by The Creator

Guys I have so much to post as I've been channeling numerous creative endeavors which leaves me all over the place such as ......

!!!!! Shamaan!!!!!

Magnificent, Creator! Best Shaman I've seen!

The Creator · 03-19-2019, 01:22 PM

!!!!! TOMBSTONE !!!!!
torso; mu comic pack Luke cage modded
arms; Hyperion
hands; Hyperion
legs; Hyperion
head; colossus modded
boots modded by way of Dremel donated by Hyperion
belt; custom leather from craft store
weapons; crowbar (mu Wrecker modded)
chain (mu wrecker with ball remove)
machine guns; True Heroes
paint; custom hand paint no airbrush

The Creator · 03-19-2019, 01:31 PM

one more time ................ Thanks SENDER...............

Mordiganne · 03-19-2019, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Jackieboy

thanks guys so its mostly for expansion on personal collection for you,mordiganne?

Nope, it's a long term art project. I just put them on display since I had the Hasbro MU figs to add them to - those not shoeboxed anyway. I like the challenge which is why I prefer to "go my own way" with making these and do things that others haven't attempted. Mainly just to see if I can.

I haven't been a "toy collector" in almost 10 years. Outside of getting parts to make customs I rarely spend money on anything toy related (2 non-custom oriented purchases in the last year and those went straight into a closet). I make them to broaden my art skills and experiment with different techniques.

Speaking of techniques, I FINALLY know how I want to make that figure for you, Jackieboy! At least how I'm going to attempt it. I need to get a different sculpting material though. The epoxy I use now isn't the right product for the amount of detail I want on them.

Mordiganne · 03-19-2019, 02:08 PM

Don't have time to comment on everything, so pulled my favorites from all that's been added lately. (Except for you Geo, your dios are always fun to look through and see who you put where. Definitely keep those coming!)

I haven't even thought of this character since I first read about him during the early Onlaught issues. Very nice.

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Originally Posted by WeaponEversor

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I'm still loving the look of this Zola!

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Originally Posted by Jackieboy

The Zola!!!!

A rare custom from you, very nice work! I don't know jack about Shang Chi though. Hope his movie is good.

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Originally Posted by Kernel

Welcome to the MCU Shang Chi!

This one I enjoy. Good choice with the head. I've never been a fan of the ME style Joe figs (I hate the hand designs!!) but can't deny the parts are useful - Almost wish I hadn't sold off most of mine years ago, would be a nice source of parts.

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Originally Posted by The Creator

!!!!! Shamaan!!!!!

The Creator · 03-19-2019, 05:19 PM

!!!!! Capt Mar-Vell !!!!!
Straight from the pages of a comic book
body; marvel infinite capt america
hands; nova
bands; craft store leather
head; marvel universe capt marvel
paint; custom hand paint no airbrush

The Creator · 03-19-2019, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by The Creator

!!!!! Capt Mar-Vell !!!!!
Straight from the pages of a comic book
body; marvel infinite capt america
hands; nova
bands; craft store leather
head; marvel universe capt marvel
paint; custom hand paint no airbrush

Thanks for the support guys but I am back up to a custom every 2 days and they are all high quality and super articulated. I totally rework the hole body on every custom.

Sender · 03-19-2019, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by The Creator

!!!!! TOMBSTONE !!!!!

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Originally Posted by The Creator

one more time ................

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Originally Posted by The Creator

!!!!! Capt Mar-Vell !!!!!

Absolutely MARVELOUS, Creator!

Your signature comic-styled paintwork makes Tombstone terrifying.
The accessories are off the charts with DeathsHead.
And Mar Vel's bands and emblem are beautiful touches.

Harbinger · 03-19-2019, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by The Creator

!!!!! Capt Mar-Vell !!!!!
Straight from the pages of a comic book
body; marvel infinite capt america
hands; nova
bands; craft store leather
head; marvel universe capt marvel
paint; custom hand paint no airbrush

Nice job on Capn here. Is genisvell on the way? He was my favorite captain marvel.

The Creator · 03-19-2019, 06:14 PM

!!!! Carol Danvers !!!!
torso; 1st generation mu female
legs; marvel infinite dagger thigh shortened
custom lower leg mod and then cut the lower leg from the marvel legends carol danvers ( just the boot for articulation
2 Heads
xtra set of hands
paint; custom comic book art style (3-d look)

The Creator · 03-19-2019, 06:21 PM

!!!!!! The Wrecking Crew !!!!!!
Trust me guys i'm pumping these customs out and loving it, so here is looking at you Sender. A !!!!! SNEAK PEEK !!!!! till tomorrow. Thanks for the inspiration because these aren't everyday customs.

The Creator · 03-19-2019, 06:23 PM

Fellas I think that I am channeling Lord Marvel no pun intented.

The Creator · 03-19-2019, 06:27 PM

I have almost reworked my entire original marvel universe collection awesome because that was my goal about three years ago.

Harbinger · 03-19-2019, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by The Creator

Fellas I think that I am channeling Lord Marvel no pun intented.

The Creator · 03-19-2019, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Nitelife

Thanks bro just trying to kill these customs.

The Creator · 03-19-2019, 06:39 PM

custom Kratos God of War (work in progress)

hasbroherofan · 03-19-2019, 07:40 PM

Always great to see the process!

MUfan97 · 03-19-2019, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Il Cattivo

lies. dwight killed the line because some gi joe/mu fan insulted his daughter.

The joke is dead. Bury it.

Il Cattivo · 03-19-2019, 10:23 PM

its never gonna die. its part of your legacy now. just embrace it.

Autobot_Goldbug · 03-19-2019, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Jester

Thanks for the congrats. I found them at the local Winners. I guess it’s a Canadian subsidiary of TJ Maxx.

They're definitely some of the nicer figures from the twilight of the line. I’m probably going to be putting them all up in my B/S/T thread (excepting maybe Iron Man), though, as I’m in the process of slowly selling off or trading away my 4” Marvel figures, so I guess my good fortune may ultimately be to the benefit of one or more of you guys.

I guess I should check out my TJ Maxx/Marshalls & see if they too got some.

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Originally Posted by hasbroherofan

Vala also provides an explanation for what happened to Marvel Universe. About what I expected, but still pretty discouraging.

Well of course there aren't going to be many collectors left after you hike the prices & lower the quality.
6 inchers should be $40 then
I don't get how a smaller figure could cost more than a larger figure to make.

LordMudd · 03-19-2019, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by MUfan97

The joke is dead. Bury it.

Wait, WHAT!?! Dwight is dead? Who done it? J.R.? The butler?

INQUIRING MINDS WANT TO KNOW!!!

CCC.

hasbroherofan · 03-19-2019, 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Autobot_Goldbug

I don't get how a smaller figure could cost more than a larger figure to make.

Could be a return on investment situation, I suppose.

Jackieboy · 03-19-2019, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by hasbroherofan

Vala also provides an explanation for what happened to Marvel Universe. About what I expected, but still pretty discouraging.

retailers were forced to overstock on certain lines in marvel 3.75 which caused a tailback on waves being released consistently,the smaller stores managed to get by because they ordered stock to suit their market needs.but even at that it was not worth their while when legends is the line everyone wants.ironically MUs golden period was during the break legends took to rebrand and reimagine the line,as soon as that came back you could see MU start to struggle.
then Happyeverydaysales happened.....LoL

03-19-2019, 01:16 PM	#37252
Il Cattivo Angel Eyes Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Sad Hill Cemetery Posts: 2,678	Quote: Originally Posted by hasbroherofan Vala also provides an explanation for what happened to Marvel Universe. About what I expected, but still pretty discouraging. Quote: I appreciate and respect your point of view but I want to give you some insight so you know the actual facts. Yes, 4" fans are loyal however, there just aren't enough of you out there. It is my favorite scale but the sad truth is that is doesnt sell well. Sure it sells well to the 1500 collectors out there but thats nowhere near enough for a company like Hasbro to support the scale. I worked on Marvel Universe and sadly saw it dwindle down to a shell of what it was. This was because they were too expensive to produce compared to a 6" figure and the retailers didnt want 4". I'm not talking out of my ass here, these are facts. If and when Joe comes back I have a feeling its not going to be what the fans want. Its unfortunate that the 3.75" ARAH days are done and there is no one left at Hasbro that cares about it. Joe will something new and either people will get on board or they wont. lies. dwight killed the line because some gi joe/mu fan insulted his daughter. __________________ Count your shots - four bullets for one man, that's a waste.

03-19-2019, 02:08 PM	#37257
Mordiganne Join Date: Feb 2016 Posts: 947	Don't have time to comment on everything, so pulled my favorites from all that's been added lately. (Except for you Geo, your dios are always fun to look through and see who you put where. Definitely keep those coming!) I haven't even thought of this character since I first read about him during the early Onlaught issues. Very nice. Quote: Originally Posted by WeaponEversor Post I'm still loving the look of this Zola! Quote: Originally Posted by Jackieboy The Zola!!!! A rare custom from you, very nice work! I don't know jack about Shang Chi though. Hope his movie is good. Quote: Originally Posted by Kernel Welcome to the MCU Shang Chi! This one I enjoy. Good choice with the head. I've never been a fan of the ME style Joe figs (I hate the hand designs!!) but can't deny the parts are useful - Almost wish I hadn't sold off most of mine years ago, would be a nice source of parts. Quote: Originally Posted by The Creator !!!!! Shamaan!!!!! Last edited by Mordiganne; 03-19-2019 at 02:11 PM..

03-19-2019, 06:04 PM	#37261
Harbinger Overlord of Evil Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lost Ruins. Posts: 15,139	Quote: Originally Posted by The Creator !!!!! Capt Mar-Vell !!!!! Straight from the pages of a comic book body; marvel infinite capt america hands; nova bands; craft store leather head; marvel universe capt marvel paint; custom hand paint no airbrush Nice job on Capn here. Is genisvell on the way? He was my favorite captain marvel. __________________ Last edited by Harbinger; 03-19-2019 at 06:20 PM..

03-19-2019, 06:30 PM	#37266
Harbinger Overlord of Evil Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lost Ruins. Posts: 15,139	Quote: Originally Posted by The Creator Fellas I think that I am channeling Lord Marvel no pun intented. __________________

03-19-2019, 10:05 PM	#37270
MUfan97 Toa of Fire Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: At your mom's house Posts: 1,897	Quote: Originally Posted by Il Cattivo lies. dwight killed the line because some gi joe/mu fan insulted his daughter. The joke is dead. Bury it. __________________ I was born, I had a good time, I was vaporized by a bomb.