Re: HOT TOYS : MMS DX 12 - The Dark Knight Rises - BATMAN / BRUCE WAYNE Full Specs &
Have to disagree with you there. While I loved my DX02, there's no comparison between the two. While the packaging of the DX12 isn't as impressive as the DX02's, the figure is. The articulation, body proportions, detail of the suit, better shaped cowl and neck, and better PERS, belts, and cape, to me, don't make it just a little better than the DX02, those things make it a lot better than the DX02. While they may seem like minor changes to some, those minor changes made a big difference to me when looking at this figure on my shelf.
I do however agree that they do both have their pros and cons but the only con for me is the lack of certain accessories like the backpack, holster and sonar head.
I hear you, G. It's a matter of opinion so there really are no wrong answers as it is completely subjective.
For example, you pointed out the cape. While you say it is "a lot" better, the general consesus seems to be that it still needs improvement and therefore could stand replacing. While the 02's cape didn't drape as well as this one, it too was overwhelmingly replaced for a better one...and if they both can be replaced, or arguably, should be replaced for more accurate ones, how can one be more than just marginally better than the other...they're both disposable.
The new belt...no question. You'll get no argument from me there and I've stated as much. It is one of the gems of this set. Definitely "a lot" better than any we've seen thus far.
The cowl...still inaccurate: just like the DX 02. Is it better than the 02, sure. Is it "a lot" better...that's a stretch seeing as it is still not right. It's only marginally better than what we already have because in the end, they're both wrong.
Articulation? Sure it's better...but it's no Spider-Man! Besides, most guys are just gonna pose him in the same brooding pose, head down, slightly cocked to the side, eyes up, arms down, waiting for the bus...like most HTs Batman figures. So in a practical sense, this is almost a tie with the 12 edging out ahead only because you can actually put him in/on the vehicles. But I would certainly not classify this as "a lot" better, but it is...better.
Body proportions? I'll yeild on that too but I can honestly say I never really had a problem with 02's body proportions. It wasn't on my radar. But having both in hand, the 12 is still only a marginal change. If it makes a big difference, hmmm, maybe. But if the figure is just gonna stand there with his arms down, cape draped behind him, does it really make "a big difference?" I'd still say its only a marginal change. Now compared to the MMS71, it is A LOT better.
Now when you factor in the long goofy gauntlets, the missing accessories and the funny loafer boots, I'd say what we have here is a marginally better figure...but certainly not significantly better and IMO I wouldn't classify it as "a lot" better either.
But I respect your opinion and I also qualified mine when I stated I still needed to futz with it more...might sway my initial impressions a bit.
