Asmus LOTR Gandalf the White figure review

[Michael Crawford]

The Toybiz version had rooted hair...



MY EYES!

 

[Wor-Gar]

Early adopters.

 

[The Josh]

No Gandalf is going to look right with sculpted hair and beard.

I don't know about that.

 

[Wor-Gar]

Sculpted beards never look great. And Gandalf is all hair and beard. Elvis' Gandalf looks amazing. I really think that's where this hobby is going if it is to evolve to the next level.

 

[The Josh]

Sculpted beards never look great. And Gandalf is all hair and beard. Elvis' Gandalf looks amazing. I really think that's where this hobby is going if it is to evolve to the next level.

I disagree. I can point out several Gandalf pieces from either Weta, SS, or them together that the piece looks fantastic. That's why I'm glad I stick to statues. The hair thing is just to barbie like for me.

 

[Petrolos]

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The Horror. THE HORROR.

 

[Wor-Gar]

I disagree. I can point out several Gandalf pieces from either Weta, SS, or them together that the piece looks fantastic. That's why I'm glad I stick to statues. The hair thing is just to barbie like for me.

I get it. Statues serve different needs I think. Articulated figures seem to appeal more to those who want to "recreate" moments and have multiple characters together. In that aspect, long beards and hair can hamper articulation -- like GTG. I think even you will come around once they get faux hair to really look outstanding and realistic. There's a long way to go yet though. But its begun.

 

[Michael Crawford]

Sorry, but I can't think of a statue or bust that actually looks more like Gandalf than any of the figures. And all statues and busts are far less realistic than modern sixth scale sculpts.

 

[The Josh]

I get it. Statues serve different needs I think. Articulated figures seem to appeal more to those who want to "recreate" moments and have multiple characters together. In that aspect, long beards and hair can hamper articulation -- like GTG. I think even you will come around once they get faux hair to really look outstanding and realistic. There's a long way to go yet though. But its begun.

I get ya. If they can do that I got no problem admitting I was wrong.

 

[The Josh]

Sorry, but I can't think of a statue or bust that actually looks more like Gandalf than any of the figures. And all statues and busts are far less realistic than modern sixth scale sculpts.

Huh? I can name at least 3-4 right now. The SSW GTW bust, SS PF of GTG, SS Statue, and Weta's Hobbit GTG are all infinitely better than any figure we've seen and it's not close.

 

[The Josh]

Anyways sorry for the derail guys. I'll go back to the statue section.

 

[Darklord Dave]

I'd have to agree with Michael on most points about the Asmus GtW. But for the SSC vs. Asmus Gandalfs - the SSC version has better accessories/costume. I like that Asmus tried some things - the metal sword, the embroidery on the vest, etc. But some pieces are barely better than the DiD from before Sideshow. The belt, the scabbard in particular.

 

[Rydeck]

Besides the neck gap, this picture also shows a lack of fine details in the hair sculpting. His locks are pretty chunky.

 

[Matt S]

It's interesting to compare MC's reviews for the Asmus LOTR line with his reviews of the original 12" LOTR line from Toybiz. Boy, a lot has changed in over 12 years... quality AND expectations.

Here's the link:
Michael Crawford's Review of the Week

And cost

 

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