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Dolemite · 08-29-2015, 07:48 AM

Man, this figure looks SICK. I love it, although I have to admit that it's really odd seeing finished pics of it so soon after the release of the retro Part 6 figure...they're almost completely identical aside that one is all plastic and the other isn't. The Ultimate figure even seems to use some of the same sculpt from the retro figure, such as the head and the throwing dart pouch on his belt (and why shouldn't it? Those were perfect).

In a way this figure feels just a tiny bit redundant after the release of the retro one, but since I'm a whore for all things Jason of course I'll buy the thing, Part 6 being one of my all-time favorite Jason designs (more so than Parts 3 & 4). Besides, I realize that some people don't care for the retro line and have been wanting a standard-style Part 6, and this figure is a HUGE improvement from my old Mezco Part 6 (which I still love anyway).

Also, I'll buy almost anything Jason-related that NECA puts out just to help support the line and the possibility that they'll release more F13 stuff in the future.

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Originally Posted by Trivial Psychic

For me personally, part 6 was a no brainer when it came to being the ideal choice for the "ultimate" version of Jason. Among many Friday fans, "Jason Lives" is widely considered to be the best Jason film that released among the second phase of Friday the 13th films (I view from Part 5 onwards to "Jason goes to Hell" to be phase two, since Paramount really did have every intention of Jason staying dead after "The Final Chapter.") Not only that, but part 6's Jason also marked the first time that Jason appeared on screen as a zombie, and a superhero zombie at that...he had a friggen utility belt of death for crying out loud...lol.

Heeeyyy...my fellow Jason pal. What's cookin'?

Yeah, I've always had a soft spot for Part 6...yes, it's a bit more "wink-wink" and silly compared to the rest of the series, but it's nonetheless a great film that really establishes the base for my favorite version of Jason...unstoppable zombie Jason! Plus, Jay got more screen-time than he did in Part 6 than in any other film, and like you, I just really dig his overall design, from his outfit to his mask to his Batman utility belt o' death.

I agree with your assessment of the phases that the F13 films come in, but for me, it's a toss-up if Part 6 or Part 7 is my favorite Phase 2 film (I really love Jay's design in Part 7 as well, as well as the overall creepy atmosphere). Ideally, I'd also love to see an Ultimate Part 7 figure from NECA down the line.

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I do have a couple of gripes (or nitpicks if you will) with this figure. The mask is too small (it should be wider), and I'm not a fan of this figure having two fisted hands.

I looked up a pic of the movie hock, and you're right, the NECA one should be wider and more oval-shaped. In the movie the mask completely covers his entire head when viewed head-on.

However, it could just be a result of the softer plastic used for the mask and the fact that it probably wraps itself a tad around the head underneath it. Maybe? I don't know but I'll deal with it (the figure is otherwise awesome), but as you said, it's not 100% movie-accurate.

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Also, you can see on figure's torso the gunshots that he takes as he is shot by Megan's father late in the movie, but curiously, he is missing the bullet hole in the hockey mask from where the final shot landed.

Hmm, nice catch, I didn't notice the bullet holes on the figure until you pointed them out.

However, that one cop whose head got squished managed to unload a few rounds into Jay's chest at point-blank range before getting offed (this was before Megan's dad), so I assume perhaps the figure just reflects those bullet holes (skip to 1:24 in the video below)?

*EDIT* Wait a minute, look at the thumbnail of the YouTube video...it's from the scene where he decaps the paintball trio, and Jason clearly already has the bullet holes on his chest that the figure has (this is much earlier in the movie). Continuity error on the film's part (perhaps the scenes were filmed out of order), or maybe they're just old holes from having been shot in a previous time/movie?

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Originally Posted by Trivial Psychic

A new Michael Myers would be sweet, especially if the box were to say "the shadow" instead of Michael Myers.

That's "The Shape."

08-29-2015, 07:48 AM	#16
Dolemite Join Date: Nov 2014 Posts: 4,019	Man, this figure looks SICK. I love it, although I have to admit that it's really odd seeing finished pics of it so soon after the release of the retro Part 6 figure...they're almost completely identical aside that one is all plastic and the other isn't. The Ultimate figure even seems to use some of the same sculpt from the retro figure, such as the head and the throwing dart pouch on his belt (and why shouldn't it? Those were perfect). In a way this figure feels just a tiny bit redundant after the release of the retro one, but since I'm a whore for all things Jason of course I'll buy the thing, Part 6 being one of my all-time favorite Jason designs (more so than Parts 3 & 4). Besides, I realize that some people don't care for the retro line and have been wanting a standard-style Part 6, and this figure is a HUGE improvement from my old Mezco Part 6 (which I still love anyway). Also, I'll buy almost anything Jason-related that NECA puts out just to help support the line and the possibility that they'll release more F13 stuff in the future. Quote: Originally Posted by Trivial Psychic For me personally, part 6 was a no brainer when it came to being the ideal choice for the "ultimate" version of Jason. Among many Friday fans, "Jason Lives" is widely considered to be the best Jason film that released among the second phase of Friday the 13th films (I view from Part 5 onwards to "Jason goes to Hell" to be phase two, since Paramount really did have every intention of Jason staying dead after "The Final Chapter.") Not only that, but part 6's Jason also marked the first time that Jason appeared on screen as a zombie, and a superhero zombie at that...he had a friggen utility belt of death for crying out loud...lol. Heeeyyy...my fellow Jason pal. What's cookin'? Yeah, I've always had a soft spot for Part 6...yes, it's a bit more "wink-wink" and silly compared to the rest of the series, but it's nonetheless a great film that really establishes the base for my favorite version of Jason...unstoppable zombie Jason! Plus, Jay got more screen-time than he did in Part 6 than in any other film, and like you, I just really dig his overall design, from his outfit to his mask to his Batman utility belt o' death. I agree with your assessment of the phases that the F13 films come in, but for me, it's a toss-up if Part 6 or Part 7 is my favorite Phase 2 film (I really love Jay's design in Part 7 as well, as well as the overall creepy atmosphere). Ideally, I'd also love to see an Ultimate Part 7 figure from NECA down the line. Quote: I do have a couple of gripes (or nitpicks if you will) with this figure. The mask is too small (it should be wider), and I'm not a fan of this figure having two fisted hands. I looked up a pic of the movie hock, and you're right, the NECA one should be wider and more oval-shaped. In the movie the mask completely covers his entire head when viewed head-on. However, it could just be a result of the softer plastic used for the mask and the fact that it probably wraps itself a tad around the head underneath it. Maybe? I don't know but I'll deal with it (the figure is otherwise awesome), but as you said, it's not 100% movie-accurate. Quote: Also, you can see on figure's torso the gunshots that he takes as he is shot by Megan's father late in the movie, but curiously, he is missing the bullet hole in the hockey mask from where the final shot landed. Hmm, nice catch, I didn't notice the bullet holes on the figure until you pointed them out. However, that one cop whose head got squished managed to unload a few rounds into Jay's chest at point-blank range before getting offed (this was before Megan's dad), so I assume perhaps the figure just reflects those bullet holes (skip to 1:24 in the video below)? EDIT Wait a minute, look at the thumbnail of the YouTube video...it's from the scene where he decaps the paintball trio, and Jason clearly already has the bullet holes on his chest that the figure has (this is much earlier in the movie). Continuity error on the film's part (perhaps the scenes were filmed out of order), or maybe they're just old holes from having been shot in a previous time/movie? Quote: Originally Posted by Trivial Psychic A new Michael Myers would be sweet, especially if the box were to say "the shadow" instead of Michael Myers. That's "The Shape." Attached Thumbnails Last edited by Dolemite; 08-29-2015 at 09:17 AM..