Hot Toys - MMS: X-Men 1st Class (License Discussion)

[a-dev]

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Beast is proving popular :yess

I'd rather have the X3 version of Beast.

 

[Elendil]

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hmmm... considering cancelling my Avengers and Iron Man preorders to make sure I can get these!

 

[Star Puffs]

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Making all of The Avengers is a big gamble as they are planning on having folks go "all in" where Cap is still easily available and Thor took forever to move. Black Widow wasn't all that difficult to get for a long while...

I don't really see it that way. Avengers is simply a much more popular licence than Watchemen, even if the film turns out to be weak. Some people are waiting to see which version they like better, knowing that Avengers versions of Thor and Captain America right around the corner. Then add to that the marked improvements from the 1st to 2nd version of a character in Hot Toys' past. Then factor in that weird phobia of "doll hair" that some male collectors exhibit which should not be an issue with SJ's short coiffure (i.e. it will be sculpted). And then there are the people who will buy any version of Iron Man and last but not least the Hulkamania crowd.

Other than Hawkeye and Nick Fury, every figure has some improved selling point or established niche.

 

[badrat]

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I don't really see it that way. Avengers is simply a much more popular licence than Watchemen, even if the film turns out to be weak. Some people are waiting to see which version they like better, knowing that Avengers versions of Thor and Captain America right around the corner. Then add to that the marked improvements from the 1st to 2nd version of a character in Hot Toys' past. Then factor in that weird phobia of "doll hair" that some male collectors exhibit which should not be an issue with SJ's short coiffure (i.e. it will be sculpted). And then there are the people who will buy any version of Iron Man and last but not least the Hulkamania crowd.

Other than Hawkeye and Nick Fury, every figure has some improved selling point or established niche.

 

[moose]

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To bad no update on the X men Trilogy movies.

 

[The Mike]

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I don't really see it that way. Avengers is simply a much more popular licence than Watchemen, even if the film turns out to be weak. Some people are waiting to see which version they like better, knowing that Avengers versions of Thor and Captain America right around the corner. Then add to that the marked improvements from the 1st to 2nd version of a character in Hot Toys' past. Then factor in that weird phobia of "doll hair" that some male collectors exhibit which should not be an issue with SJ's short coiffure (i.e. it will be sculpted). And then there are the people who will buy any version of Iron Man and last but not least the Hulkamania crowd.

Other than Hawkeye and Nick Fury, every figure has some improved selling point or established niche.

While your points are valid, timing will be the issue here. If they space them out fine but if not and slam that niche with 7 Avenger figures in a short span of time no matter what those collectors will pick and choose and most of them will got along the Captain America/Hulk/Iron Man route. It's a gamble that needs to be threaded perfectly in order to work especially when you are asking your collectors to devote $1200 to $1250 within the hobby especially considering that many of us are in multiple lines. The real trick is that "short span of time" for some is anywhere from a quarter to six months.

 

[Khev]

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While the missus is out grocery shopping its just me holding down the fort with the little ones. I popped the X:FC blu in the player and watched the finale for the first time since the theater. Damn what an exciting climax!

A freaking fine film and I can't wait to see what HT has in store. I sure hope its flight suits all the way.

I'd like to see SSC take a crack at Flight Suit Magneto as a PF with switchout helmet/non-helmet portrait.

 

[Uncanny Web-Slinger]

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While the missus is out grocery shopping its just me holding down the fort with the little ones. I popped the X:FC blu in the player and watched the finale for the first time since the theater. Damn what an exciting climax!

A freaking fine film and I can't wait to see what HT has in store. I sure hope its flight suits all the way.

I'd like to see SSC take a crack at Flight Suit Magneto as a PF with switchout helmet/non-helmet portrait.

Don't put those thoughts in my head it'll explode from sheer want

 

[Star Puffs]

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The real trick is that "short span of time" for some is anywhere from a quarter to six months.

Exactly. I think the announcement actually allows them to pace themselves because people are not simply guessing at their intentions. One figure per quarter would really spread it out and people are not going to lose interest in the Avengers over 2-3 years. The fact people know it will eventually be complete will in theory drive sales of figures that some people might otherwise pass on.

Personally I am only interested in Nick Fury and Black Widow, but will get Thor if the figure is markedly better.

I am just happy to (hopefully) get an Xavier from the X:FC line.

 

[Uncanny Web-Slinger]

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The fact people know it will eventually be complete will in theory drive sales of figures that some people might otherwise pass on.

It's the reason that some collectors don't buy from some lines as they don't think Hot Toys will do enough of the main characters.

 

[jedijim3002]

This thread needs more pics. Here is a shot of my custom x-men again. I know it's not the right movie but any figure from this line would look great next to my team.

 

[Uncanny Web-Slinger]

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I can already see people bashing a nazi hunter Erik and his character from Inglorious Basterds too

 

[Bizzitty]

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Ok, I posted this in the Hot Toys Wolvie forum, but I don't think it is read that often...so maybe I'll get an answer here...

I am looking to make a custom 1/6 Wolvie.

I'm not sure what clothes work best with the HT true type Muscular Caucasian body though, anybody have know a specific retailer or place to get quality 1/6 clothing that will work with him?

I'm getting a custom battle damaged head from ebay - bullet holes revealing the adamantium beneath his forehead.

I really want to outfit him in some combat attire, like some cargo pants (camo or khaki), combat boots black or brown, and a undershirt/tank with a long sleeve shirt over top that I can roll up the sleaves on...I know this is very specific...

but I don't want to buy clothes that don't work on the muscular body... any help will be appreciated! Also I didn't know if the Indian Jones from the recently released HT figure would work on him, not the shoes, just the longsleeve shirt and pants (maybe)...

 

[intothevoid]

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Ok, I posted this in the Hot Toys Wolvie forum, but I don't think it is read that often...so maybe I'll get an answer here...

I am looking to make a custom 1/6 Wolvie.

I'm not sure what clothes work best with the HT true type Muscular Caucasian body though, anybody have know a specific retailer or place to get quality 1/6 clothing that will work with him?

I'm getting a custom battle damaged head from ebay - bullet holes revealing the adamantium beneath his forehead.

I really want to outfit him in some combat attire, like some cargo pants (camo or khaki), combat boots black or brown, and a undershirt/tank with a long sleeve shirt over top that I can roll up the sleaves on...I know this is very specific...

but I don't want to buy clothes that don't work on the muscular body... any help will be appreciated! Also I didn't know if the Indian Jones from the recently released HT figure would work on him, not the shoes, just the longsleeve shirt and pants (maybe)...

PM elvis1976

 

[Uncanny Web-Slinger]

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I'd rather have the X3 version of Beast.

The first class version was much better IMO, more furry, less Frasier

 

[a-dev]

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I thought he looked pretty goofy to be honest. Frasier-Beast reminded me more of the animated series Beast I loved, in appearance and his voice.

 

[Uncanny Web-Slinger]

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Has hope been lost again? They said in that Milk Magazine interview that they were focusing on Metal Gear Solid and Resident Evil and have no other plans... Then they announce Batman Arkham City, which basically undermines the whole interview

 

[RIDDICK]

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Has hope been lost again? They said in that Milk Magazine interview that they were focusing on Metal Gear Solid and Resident Evil and have no other plans... Then they announce Batman Arkham City, which basically undermines the whole interview

that's a good point. Poor MGS fans

 

[mikericm]

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Has hope been lost again? They said in that Milk Magazine interview that they were focusing on Metal Gear Solid and Resident Evil and have no other plans... Then they announce Batman Arkham City, which basically undermines the whole interview

I don't think they would have answered the question about XFC they way they did if they weren't definitely going to make them. I personally think that way why they were clear on saying that they were making 2. And probably just 2.

Its been less than a week since that questionaire was posted on FB.

 

[The Entity]

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Has hope been lost again? They said in that Milk Magazine interview that they were focusing on Metal Gear Solid and Resident Evil and have no other plans... Then they announce Batman Arkham City, which basically undermines the whole interview

Nope, they just say they don't plan to release any figures from Japanese games besides MGS and RE.
They even say they plan to adapt other works. I'd guess it's safe to say that Arkham City is one of those.