New Marvel 3.75" Appreciation Thread

snake5289 · 08-06-2017, 09:15 PM

Sorry I know this is the MU thread but have they shown any of these new articulated SW figures yet? Or when they're getting released?

En Sabah Nerd · 08-06-2017, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by snake5289

Sorry I know this is the MU thread but have they shown any of these new articulated SW figures yet? Or when they're getting released?

At SDCC the only new figure they showed at all was Dr Aphra's digital sculpt, the rest shown were just TFA/RO repacks.

Autobot_Goldbug · 08-06-2017, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Ninjinister

At this point I'd rather Hasbro do like what Funko is doing with their DC lines and pay a tenner for those than the $13-15+ we are for what we're getting.

Batman '66 is $12.99 at Gamestop those have less articulation than the current Marvel.

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Originally Posted by BeRealNickNaro

I hope the prices stay the same (around $12). I had read that the prices for the vintage line would go up to $15 or more, but I forget where I read it and whether it was just a rumor or speculation. Either way, I feel like TFA kind of soured me on Star Wars collecting. Not the movie, but toyline and all the frustration that came with it.

Well that frustration should be gone now that they are no longer exclusive to Walmart.

Il Cattivo · 08-06-2017, 10:07 PM

articulation? motherfucker I'm batman, buy me!

Ninjinister · 08-06-2017, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Autobot_Goldbug

Batman '66 is $12.99 at Gamestop those have less articulation than the current Marvel.

Well the obvious solution is to not buy them at an overpriced poop house like GameStop. They're only $10 elsewhere, even online.

And if that's the way it has to go, so be it. I'd rather buy Marvel figures in those Funko styles at $10 than the current crop at the prices they are.

ukmu · 08-07-2017, 03:13 AM

I feel you on a cheaper less articulated line. However, I feel the opposite some times. A premium pack for $20 with extra weapons, heads, hands and even a baf! Same thing as the 6" but in a different scale at the same price and let us, the consumer decide.

The SW vintage line is only getting a few releases a year like the Black Series does. I'm afraid it is 3.75" 5 POA for the bulk of characters. That could change, but I don't see them selling well at $15 per figure.

BeRealNickNaro · 08-07-2017, 05:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Autobot_Goldbug

Batman '66 is $12.99 at Gamestop those have less articulation than the current Marvel.

Well that frustration should be gone now that they are no longer exclusive to Walmart.

I probably should have specified that I meant frustration even with the basic 5poa line as well as the Wal-mart line. I've never been a completionist, so unless the new vintage line retools some of the main characters from the OT, I'll probably skip most. I'm happy that they'll be available more widely though.

I've been saying for a while that I wish MU would do what they've done with Star Wars and mimick the packaging of the 6" line. The 4" Legend line should come packages in a box similarly with accessories or some kind of BAF part and do a mix of movie and comic characters. I don't see why it wouldn't work just as well. It can't be just us that notices 4" moving off the shelves faster than 6" generally.

LordMudd · 08-07-2017, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by BeRealNickNaro

It can't be just us that notices 4" moving off the shelves faster than 6" generally.

I am reminded of the movie Tomorrowland here....

The Galoob Trek figures had a knee joint, which meant they could sit in chairs, a step up from Mego. The Batman 66 figures have knee AND elbow joints. IMO, too many joints can negatively affect the sculpt. It is a balancing act.

CCC.

hasbroherofan · 08-07-2017, 08:16 AM

Does anyone know if there were any official photos released of the Gigantic Battles two-packs from a few years back? I'm trying to find photos of the Black Goliath figure that aren't sloppy Ebay listing pics.

MUfan97 · 08-07-2017, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by En Sabah Nerd

At SDCC the only new figure they showed at all was Dr Aphra's digital sculpt, the rest shown were just TFA/RO repacks.

There was a new Rogue One troop, and they teased vehicles.

MUfan97 · 08-07-2017, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by BeRealNickNaro

I've been saying for a while that I wish MU would do what they've done with Star Wars and mimick the packaging of the 6" line. The 4" Legend line should come packages in a box similarly with accessories or some kind of BAF part and do a mix of movie and comic characters. I don't see why it wouldn't work just as well. It can't be just us that notices 4" moving off the shelves faster than 6" generally.

May I just weigh in on this and say that I'm GLAD MU doesn't fully copy the 6 inch crap? Mainly with the boxes and BAFs. BAFs nowadays are nothing but an exploitive gimmick, in my opinion, and I REALLY hate those Black series boxes. They make me keep them on a bookshelf like some kind of maniac. There's no feeling like a classic card, in my opinion.

Pilkster · 08-07-2017, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by hasbroherofan

Does anyone know if there were any official photos released of the Gigantic Battles two-packs from a few years back? I'm trying to find photos of the Black Goliath figure that aren't sloppy Ebay listing pics.

Seacj for the Marvel Universe Database in google

ukmu · 08-07-2017, 09:50 AM

MarvelLegends.Net - Marvel Universe Gigantic Battles Series 2 Goliath

Here is a pro quality, water marked photo set. ^^^^^^
I don't believe HASBRO ever did an official shoot of those. I could be wrong, but I don't recall seeing them.

Marvel Universe Bill Foster under "exclusives"

Marvel Universe « It'sAllTrue.Net Goliath and Ragnarok listed under 2011

Marvel Universe (Toys | Marvel Database | FANDOM powered by Wikia) not listed

Marveltoys.net - The source for Marvel figure information! under 2011 Giantic Battles

Marvel Database Index - Marvel Database - MarvelousNews.com under MU- Gigantic Battles wave 2

ukmu · 08-07-2017, 11:49 AM

Found this while looking for Bill Foster pics... good ole days!

edit: Oops...these are 6"! Didn't even notice. Just looked back and wondered, what Thor is THAT? And then I saw Tigra and then the ability crunch on The Vision....*plays sad trumpets

Prem1x · 08-07-2017, 11:52 AM

"Classic" MU card backs are the best.

I can take or leave BAF.

Ninjinister · 08-07-2017, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by ukmu

I feel you on a cheaper less articulated line. However, I feel the opposite some times. A premium pack for $20 with extra weapons, heads, hands and even a baf! Same thing as the 6" but in a different scale at the same price and let us, the consumer decide.

The SW vintage line is only getting a few releases a year like the Black Series does. I'm afraid it is 3.75" 5 POA for the bulk of characters. That could change, but I don't see them selling well at $15 per figure.

I'd be absolutely down with certain figures being a "deluxe" line with more and/or bigger gear.

ukmu · 08-07-2017, 01:26 PM

DELUXE line.... bril

Make it happen, where should I send the check?

Maybe put out three a year to see if there is interest?
1. Ronan
2. Kingpin
3. Annihilus

$20 in a box.
Ronan with alternate head - with and without hood and hammer
Kingpin with his cane and money bag
Annihilus with perfect large wings and control rod

Sold out in a minute!!! Make them a HASBRO Toy Shop exclusive and cut out the middle man mark up. Sell them only through comic stores to drive in foot traffic. Sell them on Amazon only. Raise the price to $25 and include amazing artwork..... just PLEASE make this happen.

Mordiganne · 08-07-2017, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ukmu

Found this while looking for Bill Foster pics... good ole days!

I haven't been on ML.net in quite a while. Is he still updating that site?

Mordiganne · 08-07-2017, 02:28 PM

I'm not all that concerned about BAF or anything, but it'd be nice if Hasbro would just not skimp on the smaller scale figs. A lot of characters can be made with very minor adjustments/additions. It just laziness that they don't do more.

LordMudd · 08-07-2017, 02:50 PM

I have said this before, a Kree themed 3 figure box with the Supreme Intelligence as the background art, like getting a 4th figure free.

CCC.

Pilkster · 08-07-2017, 03:44 PM

43 guests??? Come and say Hi!

Il Cattivo · 08-07-2017, 04:51 PM

come on buckos. don't ya'll want balloons?

Harbinger · 08-07-2017, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Il Cattivo

come on buckos. don't ya'll want balloons?

We all float down here georgie....wwweeee aaalllll FLOAT!

I don't care what anyone says....tim curry's pennywise is scarier than this new one.

Specter · 08-07-2017, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Autobot_Goldbug

not yet we are still waiting

Thanks

BeRealNickNaro · 08-07-2017, 05:30 PM

Our beloved 4" line wouldn't have to do a BAF piece. I just meant something of value besides an oversized middle firing gun. Perhaps they put a diorama piece in the box like the old Toybiz legends had? A build a diorama(BAD)?

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En Sabah Nerd Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 9,789	Quote: Originally Posted by snake5289 Sorry I know this is the MU thread but have they shown any of these new articulated SW figures yet? Or when they're getting released? At SDCC the only new figure they showed at all was Dr Aphra's digital sculpt, the rest shown were just TFA/RO repacks. __________________

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Il Cattivo Angel Eyes Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Sad Hill Cemetery Posts: 2,678	articulation? motherfucker I'm batman, buy me! __________________ Count your shots - four bullets for one man, that's a waste.

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Ninjinister Reverend Shinobi Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 3,301	Quote: Originally Posted by Autobot_Goldbug Batman '66 is $12.99 at Gamestop those have less articulation than the current Marvel. Well the obvious solution is to not buy them at an overpriced poop house like GameStop. They're only $10 elsewhere, even online. And if that's the way it has to go, so be it. I'd rather buy Marvel figures in those Funko styles at $10 than the current crop at the prices they are. __________________ My Want List (Updated July 17, 2018)

08-07-2017, 03:13 AM	#30406
ukmu Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: United Kingom Posts: 4,295	I feel you on a cheaper less articulated line. However, I feel the opposite some times. A premium pack for $20 with extra weapons, heads, hands and even a baf! Same thing as the 6" but in a different scale at the same price and let us, the consumer decide. The SW vintage line is only getting a few releases a year like the Black Series does. I'm afraid it is 3.75" 5 POA for the bulk of characters. That could change, but I don't see them selling well at $15 per figure. __________________

08-07-2017, 05:13 AM	#30407
BeRealNickNaro Join Date: Jul 2016 Posts: 57	Quote: Originally Posted by Autobot_Goldbug Batman '66 is $12.99 at Gamestop those have less articulation than the current Marvel. Well that frustration should be gone now that they are no longer exclusive to Walmart. I probably should have specified that I meant frustration even with the basic 5poa line as well as the Wal-mart line. I've never been a completionist, so unless the new vintage line retools some of the main characters from the OT, I'll probably skip most. I'm happy that they'll be available more widely though. I've been saying for a while that I wish MU would do what they've done with Star Wars and mimick the packaging of the 6" line. The 4" Legend line should come packages in a box similarly with accessories or some kind of BAF part and do a mix of movie and comic characters. I don't see why it wouldn't work just as well. It can't be just us that notices 4" moving off the shelves faster than 6" generally. __________________ Nothing shocks me, I'm a scientist.