[TheBlueMarvel]

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Originally Posted by Benn Roe

I mean, Exodus and Sersi basically have the same powers, so I'm not sure by what good standard she's a demigod and he isn't, or for that matter that he's a Mary-Sue and she isn't. Just because he's a mutant, and she's some other type of superhuman?

The "good" standard is the Marvel Universe and the canon created therein, of course.

Certain races have baseline stats that are uniform across the board and exist in even the most mundane and modest of denizens. For instance, the Kree, Shi'ar, and Atlanteans all have superior attributes to humans. Their speed, stamina, strength and fortitude are all heightened to essentially low-level super-being status. The average Kree is generally twice as strong as a human. Most Shi'ar can bench press 1 ton. An Atlantean uber-driver can lift 4 tons.

Beyond even those races are the demigods/gods that quite literally live up to their namesake. The Asgardians (Thor/Balder), the Olympians (Herc/Ares), the Eternals (Ikaris/Thena), the Titans (Thanos/Starfox), just to name a few (additionally: the Dark Gods - Perrikus/Adva, other god-races: Egyptian Pantheon - Horus/Seth, Japanese pantheon - Amatsu-Mikaboshi etc), are all incredibly elevated. The average non-warrior in most of these races can press 15 tons in conjunction with a host of other physical attributes that make any member a fairly mighty superhero on Earth. Higher tiered demigods like the Asgardians/Olympians/Eternals/Titans enjoy a significant measure of invulnerability in adition to the other ludicrous powers. You literally can't kill them unless you are a demigod yourself. They must be molecularly disassembled to be conventionally killed, or you must wield sufficient power to utterly destroy them atomically.

To give you a better sense of what I'm talking about, all Eternals can fly/move (themselves AND others - telekinesis) by mentally manipulating subatomic particles, change their appearance, employ psionics, bench press 15 tons, and teleport at will (but they don't like to do that last bit very often because it's essentially 'uncomfortable' or some such - lol go figure - what an annoying inconvenience for functional omnipotence). And that's your regular schmoe walking about.

The examples I've provided are just the basics for the everyman/woman, with demigod/god-HEROES being standout even among members of their own race. Sersi is a remarkable Eternal; a super-Eternal for lack of a better term. I'm not sure exactly what you mean by hers and Exodus' powers are the same, but let's look at that for a second. There are some similarities, but Sersi has Exodus' powers (many by virtue of birthright), along with invulnerability down to a subatomic level, the ability to manipulate the Power Cosmic, and the ability to transmute matter. If someone can do everything I can do then stacks a number of significant abilities on top of that, then I think I'd have to concede that they may just have an edge on me.

But don't take my word for it, I encourage everyone that hasn't read or been exposed to the Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe Deluxe Edition grab the TPBs. The material is dense, but there's truly some fascinating shit in there that many creative talents meticulously thought about and implemented. The work provides both order and scope for the tapestry of the Marvel Universe.

Also, I didn't use the term Mary-Sue in reference to Exodus, I just agreed with the general sentiment that he was over powered with no real explanation other than 'me am mutant, me am powah'. I can't really address that and don't know why you'd attribute that to me...

**Any further conversation about the Eternals, from me, will be strictly about any figures that come out.**

[Super Joe]

Legends helmets of the Celestials can go well along with the upcoming Eternals figures. Maybe experiment with selling both comic + movie versions. See which version sells well. Then do an entire series of such helmets.

[JCarterVA]

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Originally Posted by Thor Laserpunch

Where are all these BAMs people keep finding stuff at?? What city? I might make a DC-Maryland run and see whassup.

I wish they had these at the BAM at Dulles Town center when I was there Tues. I did see a bunch of ML but nothing I needed.

[Spyne98]

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Originally Posted by redfox

Anyone find the Deluxe War Machine release at retail?

I feel like I saw a few sightings around the boards weeks ago, but then nothing.

I found one at a local Target last week (I'm in NY). Picked him up. He's great!
Also, I saw some talk about Sage. I recently kitbashed one. Need to add a few more paint apps.

[Robb]

How do most of you share pics.? what service do you use?

[Archangel]

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Originally Posted by Robb

How do most of you share pics.? what service do you use?

I use the imgur app. It seems to work pretty well.

[Spyne98]

I should use something better than the uploader here. Often times, the pictures come out sideways (see above).

[redfox]

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Originally Posted by Robb

How do most of you share pics.? what service do you use?

I use flickr. Has an app and is super easy to manage.

[sh002]

I just post image links from my collection thread on this forum.

[Dr Kain]

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Originally Posted by Robb

How do most of you share pics.? what service do you use?

Imgur. It's free and has no limits. The only downside is it doesn't automatically reduce photos for sites that don't do that automatically, but that's a minute nitpick.

[Robb]

Thanks a lot for the suggestions. I will try one soon. I used to use photo bucket and we all know what they did . I went in and downloaded all my pics and closed the account.

[Hulkwummy]

Just got the retro Spider-Man figure today, all that's left now is Green Goblin.

[TheBlueMarvel]

In similar news, Dorkside is shipping Kingpin orders...

[1987olds442]

[En Sabah Nerd]

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Originally Posted by TheBlueMarvel

In similar news, Dorkside is shipping Kingpin orders...

Did you actually get an email? Mine's still listed under my pending orders and I pre-ordered back on May 4.

[TheBlueMarvel]

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Originally Posted by En Sabah Nerd

Did you actually get an email? Mine's still listed under my pending orders and I pre-ordered back on May 4.

Yes, the order posted to my card and a tracking number was generated. This all happened on Saturday and the carrier lists the package as being in the "pre-shipment" phase. Given the holiday, I didn't expect it to ship until tomorrow. I looked to see when I ordered, but the only date they list is the date payment posted, two days ago (I hadn't noticed that oddity about Dorkside's order-log until just now).

Hopefully, your order isn't far behind...

[EvilMonkeyPope]

leaked movie Ajak
https://scontent.fabe1-1.fna.fbcdn.n...4a&oe=5F7B8454

[Harbinger]

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Originally Posted by EvilMonkeyPope

leaked movie Ajak
https://scontent.fabe1-1.fna.fbcdn.n...4a&oe=5F7B8454

Easy pass on this wave.

[ThorOdinson123]

Got my Amazon Hugh Jackman Wolverine exclusive. As someone who passed on getting so many Wolverine ML figures I am glad I waited for Hugh. I grew up with Hugh as Wolverine so it was fitting to have him as my first ML Wolverine.

[Black Arbor]

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Originally Posted by EvilMonkeyPope

leaked movie Ajak
https://scontent.fabe1-1.fna.fbcdn.n...4a&oe=5F7B8454

Meh. The moment I heard this movie has a Bollywood style dance number I tuned out. I was never a fan of the Inhumans or Eternals or Deviants or whatever else there is on the cosmic side of Marvel, excluding Galactus (but to me he's just a force of nature in a cool helmet!)

[En Sabah Nerd]

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Originally Posted by TheBlueMarvel

Yes, the order posted to my card and a tracking number was generated. This all happened on Saturday and the carrier lists the package as being in the "pre-shipment" phase. Given the holiday, I didn't expect it to ship until tomorrow. I looked to see when I ordered, but the only date they list is the date payment posted, two days ago (I hadn't noticed that oddity about Dorkside's order-log until just now).

Hopefully, your order isn't far behind...

I'm sure it won't be long, heck it could be tomorrow that I get my email. I'm not even in a rush to get Kingpin since I'm at the point of hoarding stuff up until the end of the month so I can have a big birthday haul and pretend I'm a kid again.

[Super Joe]

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Originally Posted by EvilMonkeyPope

Ajak - https://scontent.fabe1-1.fna.fbcdn.n...4a&oe=5F7B8454

Lacks that intricate larger than life Kirby-esque headress. Same concern with HasLab (mini Mastermold noggin) which hopefully a future re-release can redress. Till then one can only wish, both the movie + toy co.s, don't completely erase / deface Kirby's style. His artistry can be more evident, in a line of Legends (Celestial) helmets, that can honor Jack Kirby better...

[Boogieman4hire]

I'm really really excited about that rumored Spiderman wave list containing Frog-Man. Sad as it may be he's always on my top ten lists and it's crazy to think he really might get made.

[Veronica Mars]

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Originally Posted by EvilMonkeyPope

leaked movie Ajak
https://scontent.fabe1-1.fna.fbcdn.n...4a&oe=5F7B8454

The original seller listing says it's a custom

[TheBlueMarvel]

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Originally Posted by En Sabah Nerd

I'm sure it won't be long, heck it could be tomorrow that I get my email. I'm not even in a rush to get Kingpin since I'm at the point of hoarding stuff up until the end of the month so I can have a big birthday haul and pretend I'm a kid again.

Nice! Well, happy early B-day then. I hope it's an enjoyable one!