Hot Toys Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom speculation

[Alatar]

I’m very content with the JL Aquaman. I love the suit for that film.

 

[Chopper Face]

I’m very content with the JL Aquaman. I love the suit for that film.

View attachment 659381

That’s my favourite AM suit too. I just don’t like that sculpt at all and the whole thing is a little too much like a giant Mafex to win me over.

 

[TheBatman]

They should do their wool hair on him

 

[Omega9300]

Do you guys think InArt will still make an Aquaman?

I think they could do a tremendous job on a Aquaman figure, but I question whether they will still do one, particularly if it looks like HT may do an “Artisan” version of DC characters that InArt puts out.

Also I know it is early but Aquaman 2 is looking like it is going to have serious problems as far as the production, quality of the film, and likely box-office …they may also impact InArts desire to make an Aquaman figure.

What do you guys think?

 

[Mogli]

Seeing how InArt haven't even revealed Legolas yet, I feel like by the time they complete Batman and WW, it'll be way too late for Aquaman. Them apparently dropping Mera wasn't a good sign IMO, since I would guess that InArt is aware that many people will find it awkward or unnecessary to add just Aquaman and none of the other JL members to the trio of Superman+Batman+WW, and now there'll be no option to pose Aquaman+Mera separately. I feel like the only hope is if Aquaman 2 makes a billion and then they fast track his figure to catch the hype, but I agree it seems really unlikely that the movie will perform that well lol

 

[Monkey-bite84]

Do you guys think InArt will still make an Aquaman?

I think they could do a tremendous job on a Aquaman figure, but I question whether they will still do one, particularly if it looks like HT may do an “Artisan” version of DC characters that InArt puts out.

Also I know it is early but Aquaman 2 is looking like it is going to have serious problems as far as the production, quality of the film, and likely box-office …they may also impact InArts desire to make an Aquaman figure.

What do you guys think?

Be careful asking for opinions when speculating Omega, other members might take it personally some how…

Not me though, thats the point of the thread right - to have a conversation about said thread and not be an obvious and sarcastic for some silly reason.

But I digress.

An artisan edition of AM in his golden suit could be quite special and something to behold, if we were to base it on AM1’s numbers and popularity then I’d say it’s a no brainer.

But as it’s 2023, and like the very good points you’ve made with how things have been recently with WB, their poor output amongst others (as I also mentioned previously to one members apparent dislike - go figure), id be surprised if HTs gave him that much love.

I think it will be like the 2019 Hellboy, just one figure announced instead of say 3 or 4 and that will be it. As obviously pointed out by the world’s greatest detective, they’ll have license obligations to abide by, so will at least pump out an AM most likely in his golden armour. I hope.

It would be nice it other characters were added, but who knows. I hope there will be others announced and produced

 

[Johnny Utah]

Yeah any upcoming figure you won't see til a year later from InArt.

 

[Alatar]

Seeing how InArt haven't even revealed Legolas yet, I feel like by the time they complete Batman and WW, it'll be way too late for Aquaman. Them apparently dropping Mera wasn't a good sign IMO, since I would guess that InArt is aware that many people will find it awkward or unnecessary to add just Aquaman and none of the other JL members to the trio of Superman+Batman+WW, and now there'll be no option to pose Aquaman+Mera separately. I feel like the only hope is if Aquaman 2 makes a billion and then they fast track his figure to catch the hype, but I agree it seems really unlikely that the movie will perform that well lol

InArt has officially dropped Mera? Ah well. Hopefully Flashpoint Studios follows through with the preorders for Knightmare Mera and Deathstroke. I’m already rationalizing that it may work best for the Knightmare League to consistently have that third party vibe anyway. I.e., except for Hot Toys Batman and Cyborg which arguably deserve to be top tier, solid A. Or A+ honestly, they’re both superb figures. It’s okay with me if the others are B to B+. Maybe at best between B+ and A-? So far I’d rate both Joker and Flash as B+. Haha hope all that makes sense!

 

[Mogli]

InArt has officially dropped Mera? Ah well. Hopefully Flashpoint Studios follows through with the preorders for Knightmare Mera and Deathstroke. I’m already rationalizing that it may work best for the Knightmare League to consistently have that third party vibe anyway. I.e., except for Hot Toys Batman and Cyborg which arguably deserve to be top tier, solid A. Or A+ honestly, they’re both superb figures. It’s okay with me if the others are B to B+. Maybe at best between B+ and A-? So far I’d rate both Joker and Flash as B+. Haha hope all that makes sense!

Sorry InArt didn't actually confirm dropping Mera, it's just in the recent interview they said nothing was in the works and that it was possible they might get to her someday which I took as they'll never get to her lol, since they clearly backtracked on their initial lineup that included her. But yeah what you said makes total sense! I also like having related figures to be of similar quality so I'm very happy with Flashpoint Mera and Deathstroke, it's nice at least one company knows there are a bunch of fans willing to spend money on these characters!

 

[Turtle882]

I’m very content with the JL Aquaman. I love the suit for that film.

That’s my favourite AM suit too. I just don’t like that sculpt at all and the whole thing is a little too much like a giant Mafex to win me over.

JL Aquaman is the superior figure to me, but I just like the bright color pop of the solo version. Overall, it's a bit of derpy figure though. Until AM came out, I really liked the JL suit design- it's a creative way to keep the comic concept but redeveloped for screen. I don't know. I have AM Aquaman on display, but I haven't boxed JL Aquaman back up yet either, so ...

 

[TheBatman]

If they didn't make AQ solo way too bright, it could be decent. But somehow it just doesn't work. Like I mentions earlier, the wool hair can work for AQ given his hair is fuzzy

 

[Alatar]

Sorry InArt didn't actually confirm dropping Mera, it's just in the recent interview they said nothing was in the works and that it was possible they might get to her someday which I took as they'll never get to her lol, since they clearly backtracked on their initial lineup that included her. But yeah what you said makes total sense! I also like having related figures to be of similar quality so I'm very happy with Flashpoint Mera and Deathstroke, it's nice at least one company knows there are a bunch of fans willing to spend money on these characters!

Thanks for the clarification. Well, that’s an official “she’s on ice for now” which means we’ll never see her imho!

 

[Berry The Music Man]

At the 3rd act of watching ATLK now , fun movie so far . Would love to see HT or the promised 3rd party figures of Black Manta get released. Glad I bought Ocean Master for $120 a year or so ago .

 

[Johnny Utah]

Nothing on release week, just like Captain Marvel

 

[KitbashOfficer]

Nothing on release week, just like Captain Marvel

Was thinking the same thing. Probably not a good sign for this, but considering how HT treated the first movie, can't say I'm shocked.

 

[Berry The Music Man]

Nothing on release week, just like Captain Marvel

Captain Marvel sucked !
This wasn't a ****** movie , just killed by stupid corporate mishandling.

 

[Omega9300]

Captain Marvel sucked !
This wasn't a ****** movie , just killed by stupid corporate mishandling.

Umm ok

 

[Berry The Music Man]

Umm ok

Just stating my opinion, mileage may vary

 

[MasterRazzerr76]

Just seen the movie and i think it kinda/boring lame but not a bad movie.
Wish it be more like the comic but it the last DCEU movie so i don't expect it to go out with a bang.

 

[GhostBeard]

Aquaman sequel was a lot of fun, just like the original. Right at 2 hours, not overblown. A nice send off for this version of the character. Not interested in a stealth suit version, unless the Momoa headsculpt were to be exceptional. Happy with my Aquaman from the first flick.