Grayskull will be $250.00 for presale indeed...
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Castle will be MASSIVE!!!
Eamon
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Oh flippen heck it is massive!!
Like massive enough to have He-Man and Battle Cat go through the mouth!!
Awesomeness!!
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Like massive enough to have He-Man and Battle Cat go through the mouth!!
Awesomeness!!
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Yep! I was examining the images and seems like the door will be around 10.5-11" inches tall, BattleCat and He-Man are about 9.5" so plenty of room for them to walk thru the door!!
My guess is the Castle will be somewhere in between 25-30" tall!!
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That's about 25-27cm for the door, and somewhere between 65-75cm for the whole thing Eamon!
My guess is the Castle will be somewhere in between 25-30" tall!!
EDIT:
That's about 25-27cm for the door, and somewhere between 65-75cm for the whole thing Eamon!
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Taking the figure shown as being six inches, then the door from bottom to top looks no more than nine inches high to me, to the very top of the arch (and I'd actually guess more like eight and a half inches).
Personally I'm really not sure how people are seeing it as 10 and a half to 11 inches high.
The overall scale ratio looks to me pretty close to what the scale was on the original figures compared to the original castle, maybe marginally bigger.
Personally I'm really not sure how people are seeing it as 10 and a half to 11 inches high.
The overall scale ratio looks to me pretty close to what the scale was on the original figures compared to the original castle, maybe marginally bigger.
Didn't they say they'd never do an NA He-Man? I wonder if that means we'll see a Filmation version before too long.
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Yep! I was examining the images and seems like the door will be around 10.5-11" inches tall, BattleCat and He-Man are about 9.5" so plenty of room for them to walk thru the door!!
My guess is the Castle will be somewhere in between 25-30" tall!!
EDIT:
That's about 25-27cm for the door, and somewhere between 65-75cm for the whole thing Eamon!
I just measured my castle from Zombihamma and it's just over 70cm tall.
The mouth can just about accomidate HM on BC.
So this one looks like it will just a big. Flippen cooooollll!!
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Maybe there is something wrong with my phone but this never came up available for me. It was coming soon then I checked it later and tried to add it to my cart and it told me that the cart was emor. I was looking forward to this.
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Space. Pirate. He-man!
WOOOOOOOOO!
ok... now i just need to get my shipping address fixed.
That's where you're mistaken... figures are actually closer to 7"... about 6 3/4" actually
Never heard that before... why wouldn't they?...
Maybe you're confused with the MYP 200x He-Man? They said they'd never make a 200x one...
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Sent a very aggressive email to digital river last night. Wonder what type of response I will get.
Grayskull page is up @ Matty, sale starts on Oct. 16th.
https://www.mattycollector.com/store/matty/en_US/pd/productID.258165100
https://www.mattycollector.com/store/matty/en_US/pd/productID.258165100
Castle Grayskull®
Masters of the Universe® Classics
$250.00
Pre-order Starts: October 16, 2012 9 a.m. PT
Pre-order Ends: January 3, 2013 11:59 p.m. PT
Standing solitary in the desolate lands of Eternia®, the legendary Castle Grayskull® offers sanctuary for He-Man® and those who stand for all that is good. An essential component in the original Masters of the Universe® toy line, this long-awaited icon is finally available for pre-order. Whether you’re a dedicated fan of the original series or new to the Classics line, no collection will truly be complete without Castle Grayskull®!
Our all-new Castle Grayskull® playset is slated for a late 2013 release. Because it’s still in its very earliest stage, the final design is subject (and likely) to change. Why are we offering it for pre-order now and asking you to make a commitment when the design hasn’t been finalized? Because the production cycle for an item like this takes over a year and is extremely costly. If we don’t reach the minimum pre-order goal, we can’t go forward.
So, here’s everything we can tell you at this time. Please read carefully before you make your purchase – if we reach our production goal during the pre-order period, there will be no refunds or exchanges when the product is released.
Product Features
It’s Castle Grayskull®!
Ideally, the set will include everything shown in the “B sheet” product drawings to the left, but please remember these are working drawings and aren’t final yet.
If produced, this will be the largest, most ambitious MOTUC item ever made – the dimensions are expected to be somewhere around 25”h x 26”w x 28”d (subject to change).
The overall sculpt will be based on the original 1981 prototype, with the addition of an extra battle ledge, elongated jaw/face, a removable minaret on top of the dome and more!
Just like the vintage toy, it will be a two-sided foldout but there will be three levels to show off your MOTUC figures (in scale with most of our 6.5” figures). The vintage set only had two levels, but we’ve added another across the top for maximum display options.
Two secret doors – the first, a traditional door that opens out the back, and the second one, a secret brick wall that exits to the outside ledge.
Trap door leading to the dungeon (of course) that has an opening door, plus “locks” and chains to hold one figure.
Throne fits most 6.5” MOTUC figures – who will rule your Castle Grayskull®?
Bat wing jet pack and training device were both cut from the vintage prototype and finally get a chance at production!
Working elevator like the ‘81 prototype had, but we’ve added back the red skull on top that was cut. The elevator goes to all three levels, not just two levels like vintage toy.
Real opening Jawbridge just like you remember, only cooler!
Have Wind Raider? The playset will include an attachment so you can be ready for air-battle at a moment’s notice (and create a complete diorama).
Secret Orb room is hidden inside the dome.
Removable ladder to the roof leads to a blaster and the flag of Castle Grayskull®.
Carrying handle is optional for easy transport or clean display.
Did we mention… it’s Castle Grayskull®!
Ordering Information
Castle Grayskull® will only be produced if the minimum production goal is reached during the pre-order period.
If production goes forward, everyone who pre-orders is guaranteed to receive a playset. Some sets will be available on MattyCollector.com after pre-orders are fulfilled, but the price will be significantly higher and you won’t be guaranteed to get one. If you want one, a pre-order is the best way to ensure you get it.
When you place your order, the card you used will be “pre-authorized” for a zero dollar amount. This pre-authorization simply verifies that the card is valid. You will NOT be charged until the item ships, at which time you’ll be billed for the product, shipping costs, and any taxes/fees.
Please note that because this item is so large, shipping charges will be substantially higher than items we normally sell.
This item is scheduled for late 2013 shipment. We’ll send an email reminder about a month before the product is scheduled to ship. If you need to change your address or credit card information at that time, you’ll have plenty of notice.
If this item reaches the pre-order goal, there will be NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES, even if the design or features change. If you place a pre-order, you are committed to the purchase and will be billed when the item ships.
Should we not reach the minimum pre-order goal, your order will simply be canceled (because there’s no charge until it ships, there’s no refund needed).
One last thing… because this is a work-in-progress, features may be added or subtracted from the proposed design, but we can’t confirm anything now. We’re seriously as excited as you are by the prospect of finally having a Castle Grayskull® playset and Mattel will do everything to ensure we can deliver as much value as possible!
You must be 18 or older to purchase this product.
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Two smart moves that instantly increases the chances of this being made:
One, they're leaving the order window open until after Christmas, so plenty of time to both get the word out, and also for people to feel less financially stressed, after the holiday season winds down, and commit to such an expensive piece (for a toy item).
Two, they have confirmed that they will be pre-authoring a zero dollar amount, so nobody has to have the money on their card for a full, upfront ghost charge, and then wait for charges to eventually drop off. So everyone with a valid card can order, with plenty of time to save up.
For once Matty actually exceeds my cynical expectations, and plays things smart. I think you guys are going to get your Castle Grayskull after all. Or you have every chance at least. I may even order one myself now, whereas before, with what we were being told, there was just no way.
I would like an idea of how much international shipping will cost before I do though, so I'll personally wait until we get some clue on that front.
I actually think it'd be smart to re-open next years subs as well, to ride the Grayskull hype, and now so much of next year has been shown, as I think they'd sell quite a few more. But I'm sure that won't happen.
Oh, and their choice of thermometer graphic is a bit, uh, phallic...
One, they're leaving the order window open until after Christmas, so plenty of time to both get the word out, and also for people to feel less financially stressed, after the holiday season winds down, and commit to such an expensive piece (for a toy item).
Two, they have confirmed that they will be pre-authoring a zero dollar amount, so nobody has to have the money on their card for a full, upfront ghost charge, and then wait for charges to eventually drop off. So everyone with a valid card can order, with plenty of time to save up.
For once Matty actually exceeds my cynical expectations, and plays things smart. I think you guys are going to get your Castle Grayskull after all. Or you have every chance at least. I may even order one myself now, whereas before, with what we were being told, there was just no way.
I would like an idea of how much international shipping will cost before I do though, so I'll personally wait until we get some clue on that front.
I actually think it'd be smart to re-open next years subs as well, to ride the Grayskull hype, and now so much of next year has been shown, as I think they'd sell quite a few more. But I'm sure that won't happen.
Oh, and their choice of thermometer graphic is a bit, uh, phallic...
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According to the inside specs, looks like the Grayskull draw bridge opening is somewhere around 9 inches high (the inside ground floor level is 10.1 inches in height, floor to ceiling). At least if the actual castle drawing is close to scaled properly.
Not a bad price for the castle at all. I have no idea where the hell I'm going to put it, but I'm definitely considering it.
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Yep! I was examining the images and seems like the door will be around 10.5-11" inches tall, BattleCat and He-Man are about 9.5" so plenty of room for them to walk thru the door!!
My guess is the Castle will be somewhere in between 25-30" tall!!
EDIT:
That's about 25-27cm for the door, and somewhere between 65-75cm for the whole thing Eamon!
Nah, it's just under 9 inches for the door and in the low estimate for overall height 26 in/66 cm max (with pawn attached). He'll be scraping his head on the teeth with Battle Cat. Essentially, it's pretty much a straight carry over from the vintage toy proportions. Not the ideal, but sufficient.
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