1/6 Hot Toys - MMS681 - Episode II: Attack of The Clones - Mace Windu

[RandomHero]

My thought process as well.

Not sure if they're new to the hobby or what but there is a very very small chance that they announce a Mace Windu for ROTS after the AoTC just released. They even added the TCW armor gauntlets.

Our opinion on the head sculpt aside, HT just wouldn't do that, this will be our chance at Mace for the foreseeable future.

For what it's worth - I'm the one who originally mentioned it but I don't think there will be a second Mace either. I've just seen people saying they think there will be a second figure for ROTS because it's an easy re-issue for Hot Toys, tweak the sculpt a bit and call it an upgrade, which honestly does seem like something Hot Toys would do. But, I ordered this one without hesitation because I think this will be it for Mace - and would prefer it that way so they can make some other Jedi.

 

[AssassinHood]

For what it's worth - I'm the one who originally mentioned it but I don't think there will be a second Mace either. I've just seen people saying they think there will be a second figure for ROTS because it's an easy re-issue for Hot Toys, tweak the sculpt a bit and call it an upgrade, which honestly does seem like something Hot Toys would do. But, I ordered this one without hesitation because I think this will be it for Mace - and would prefer it that way so they can make some other Jedi.

Honestly if they make a new Mace, I'll just pick up the new head/head w neck parted out.

 

[Chopper Face]

I'm going to disagree big time on that. While there are times when a sculpt isn't very good, this is not one of those times. These are not amateurs sculpting these things.

It is so in-your-face inaccurate that there really is no room for that argument. You can't convince me of this. The likeness is purposely not being used and the only reason I can come up with for that is that a second Windu is coming (who looks essentially identical making it a hard sell) but that will use SLJ's likeness but again, just my opinion.

HT had the actor’s likeness here as well…

Sometimes they just blow it.

 

[Mr. Awesome]

HT had the actor’s likeness here as well…
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Sometimes they just blow it.

I gotta tell ya, I never cared for these films. I am not and will never be a fan of the Spider-Man character, lore, comics and films.

I cannot in good conscious give a opinion on this. If you've something else, more DC related, I'd try there. But I have never cared for this character or any of its media to offer a fair, unbiased opinion.

Sorry?

(I know, I'm literally saying that Idgf about Spidey)

Don't kill me.

Likeness. Eh. I'll pass on that. Give that question to someone else.

Likeness requires a bit of bias. I don't care either way. So I'm not that guy.

 

[Daggoth]

I think i see part of the problem. If you search for mace windu images, every picture his face has some "attitude", HT on the other hand did their usual thousand mile stare. The expressions on SLJ's face i think adds quite a bit.
Hmm also seems the shape of his dome is a bit off, however that could be image distortion.

In the end, we wont really know til we see in hand pics as HT is known for having differences from their prototype to production.

Even if it's not perfect, how often are we going to get a classic jedi look like this? Theres been a few but not much aside from obi wan

 

[Chopper Face]

I gotta tell ya, I never cared for these films. I am not and will never be a fan of the Spider-Man character, lore, comics and films.

I cannot in good conscious give a opinion on this. If you've something else, more DC related, I'd try there. But I have never cared for this character or any of its media to offer a fair, unbiased opinion.

Sorry?

(I know, I'm literally saying that Idgf about Spidey)

Don't kill me.

Likeness. Eh. I'll pass on that. Give that question to someone else.

Likeness requires a bit of bias. I don't care either way. So I'm not that guy.

Hmm, I’ve never really required an appreciation for a movie someone was in to be able to identify how accurately their facial likeness is being captured…
That’s like saying ‘I don’t like that guys band so I have no idea if he’s singing in key or not.’

I don’t believe bias plays any role in the evaluation process; familiarity with the face would, however.

But, ultimately- not liking Raimi Spider-Man = opinion invalid. I’m sorry. I don’t make the rules. That’s just a fact of life.

 

[TheeWanderer]

Boxing preferences are now showing up on Mace Windu orders! Usually a good indicator he's close to release.

 

[Bluemonday]

They displayed what I assume is the final product for Mace on the Star Wars livestream with Sideshow. The sculpt looks to be the same to me.

 

[Johnny Utah]

I dunno. It's hard to tell.

It's a shame if they didn't, because the sculpt was universally panned.

 

[Mr. Awesome]

I dunno. It's hard to tell.

It's a shame if they didn't, because the sculpt was universally panned.

For good reason. There's not one ounce of SLJ in that sculpt because it's the sculpt of a random, bald black man.

 

[DrWeaponX]

I dunno. It's hard to tell.

It's a shame if they didn't, because the sculpt was universally panned.

Agreed. I won’t tell you if I think it’s better or worse, good or bad - I’ll reserve judgement until actual in-hand photos emerge. I can confidently say that this is different than the promo images (according to my eyes) - Mace’s eyes appear to be further apart here which makes it different than what was first shown.

 

[TheeWanderer]

That's definitely an updated sculpt. Eyebrows and bridge of nose are significantly different. Looks a lot more like Sam Jackson. Not perfect but definitely an improvement!

 

[Daggoth]

This is one I don't want to miss, being one of the best prequel characters, actually one of the best jedi in starwars lore frankly. But yeah the sculpt doesnt have that wow factor, like you can tell who its supposed to be but its missing something, not sure what exactly, might be that uncanny valley sorta deal, its kinda like a cgi deaged character

 

[Daggoth]

I think the eyes are off. Also feels like a facial expression issue. Also eyebrows seem wrong slightly. Its like a lot of slightly off things. They got a lot of main features right

 

[fatmarco]

It feels like an old sculpt, like something they did in 2017 or something and left in the cannon.

It certainly wasn't made in the last couple of years at least, judging by how stiff and symmetrical the sculpt is and the lack of PERS.

I want a "oh ****, Inart" sort of attention paid by Hot Toys to this figure. Mace Windu deserves better.

 

[fantasticfrog]

I have a feeling this is going to sit in stock for a while. So many great releases upcoming and this is just meh. I’ll get it eventually, but so many better looking figures on the way. I may wait for a discount at my local comic shop. Or this goes waitlist tomorrow and becomes expensive. Who knows anymore?

 

[Mike86]

Mine is pre-ordered already and I’m excited. Sculpt is good enough for me.

 

[Daggoth]

Hate when you have to pre order something without getting the chance to see the real product. I think this one is safe enough to wait for some in hand photos. But kinda one you cant pass up anyways

 

[DrWeaponX]

Just got my delay email for him from Sideshow…curious how much these continue to shift out since we’re already in May and I wouldn’t consider that much of a delay…

“We wanted to let you know that the estimated arrival date for your Mace Windu has changed. Based on the latest production information, we now expect your item to arrive into our warehouse in May - June 2024. We apologize for any inconvenience, but we do look forward to shipping out this item to you when it arrives.”

 

[SOU7567]

Got the delay e-mail as well.