1/6 Hot Toys - VGM18 - Batman: Arkham City: Batman Collectible Figure

[HeubertMichael]

Man, that response from SSC gave me a good laugh.

Anyway, nice to see that more people are getting theirs in hand. Great pics from everyone as well. Another thing, I think on most pics I've seen the height of the belt looks good enough already. Pretty happy with how it sits on my Arkham Bats too, but then our mileage may vary.

 

[Jameson Rook]

I just did some weathering on the gauntlets, hands and boots and I have to say, it looks much, MUCH better. It's a 15 minute job at best and I seriously implore everyone who has the figure to do it, it adds a lot to the realism!

 

[im8041]

I just did some weathering on the gauntlets, hands and boots and I have to say, it looks much, MUCH better. It's a 15 minute job at best and I seriously implore everyone who has the figure to do it, it adds a lot to the realism!

Pics!

 

[Jameson Rook]

Pics!

Sorry, the weather is really bad where I am now, plus I only have a cellphone as a camera. I'll try to bring him outdoors so I could bring out all the details as soon as I can. Rest assured the mod is easier than being a kid using crayons. Well worth it indeed.

 

[HeubertMichael]

I just did some weathering on the gauntlets, hands and boots and I have to say, it looks much, MUCH better. It's a 15 minute job at best and I seriously implore everyone who has the figure to do it, it adds a lot to the realism!

Darn, you're fast! I think it took me 30 minutes for each gauntlet! but yeah, it's amazing how a simple touch-up can make them look way better. I got my second unit the day after I finished weathering the first one, compared their boots and gauntlets, and I felt even prouder of the simple paint mod I did. Highly recommended mod that's easy DIY

Looking forward to your pics buddy!

 

[The Iron Koob]

How did you guys do it? Btw is ssc shipping this right now?

 

[HeubertMichael]

How did you guys do it? Btw is ssc shipping this right now?

Yeah, I think SSC's already started shipping this figure.

As for weathering the boots and gauntlets, I used a small #0 brush and silver acrylic to add the weathering details. I grabbed photos of SSC's Arkham Asylum Batman PF prototype as guide/reference. The mud splatter effect I added on top of the weathering, using a wide brush.

 

[Jameson Rook]

How did you guys do it? Btw is ssc shipping this right now?

Dab an old, dry paintbrush onto a mixture of grey and white acrylics, smear the brush onto a piece of paper repeatedly until there no more paint residue on the brush, and finally brush on the parts you want in a back and fourth motion. Wipe clean anything you don't like and allow at least half an hour to dry before putting them back on the figure.

Remember, the brush is supposed to be dry and have barely any access of paint on it.

Yeah, I think SSC's already started shipping this figure.

As for weathering the boots and gauntlets, I used a small #0 brush and silver acrylic to add the weathering details. I grabbed photos of SSC's Arkham Asylum Batman PF prototype as guide/reference. The mud splatter effect I added on top of the weathering, using a wide brush.

AMAZING! Well done!

 

[Jameson Rook]

Okay, I ran outside and snapped a few pics.

 

[i3link786]

Yes, one or both shoulders are inverted. Pop off the hand and gauntlet and slowly rotate the shoulder and arm in the opposite direction within the rubber sleeve. Once the shoulder is the proper way, that arm should have more range.

Thanks! I'll give that a shot and see how it turns out.

 

[im8041]

Okay, I ran outside and snapped a few pics.

Looks awesome! Nice job

 

[HeubertMichael]

AMAZING! Well done!

Thanks man! And yours is looking fantastic as well!

 

[Snake Plissken]

Okay, I ran outside and snapped a few pics.

Awesome, Ryan. Doesn't look like boring cheap plastic now.

 

[amvmm]

Can i dream with Arkham Joker, Arkham Knight Batman, Pfeiffer Catwoman and DeVito Penguin at SDCC?

 

[RiggsMcClane]

Best I could find.
According to tony you seperate the belt with a flat screwdriver.
Heat the middle seccion
Stretch to desired legnt and put in cold water to seal.
Put again the belt no glue needed but you can put if you want.

Looks like a new borns belly button. Why they'd even bother I dunno. Worse thing I've seen since batnips. Figures perfect otherwise.

 

[HeubertMichael]

I'm thinking maybe the "bellybutton" is supposed to help keep the buckle in place.

 

[Jameson Rook]

Looks awesome! Nice job

Thanks! DO IT!! NAW!!

Awesome, Ryan. Doesn't look like boring cheap plastic now.

Thanks brother Pliss! Make sure you do the same to yours. Easiest mod ever!

I'm thinking maybe the "bellybutton" is supposed to help keep the buckle in place.

Certainly seems like it. There's nothing remotely resembling that in the game.

 

[Roc74]

I think you guys were comparing sizes between batman, MOS Superman and AOU Captain America. Here is a pic of Batman and friends:

 

[Jameson Rook]

Jeez, he's bigger than MOS Supes. I think I'll compare him to the Classic Pred tomorrow, he's the last hope to tower Bats.

 

[Rambler]

nice job on the weathering Ryan!!