San Diego Comic-Con is just about here, and the folks at MattyCollector wanted to share a little pre-Comic-Con show-stopper with you! Check out the amazing DC Universe Classics Wonder Twins package that features lights and sounds you gotta see to believe!
I’m still trying to see if I can arrange a ride and place to stay for ComicCon – I’m only in San Francisco, it shouldn’t be that hard to get down there. Just hoping I can scrounge up the funds. I MUST HAVE ONE OF THESE!!! Well 2 actually – one to open and one to keep.
They really DO look great. Does anyone know how well the DCUC figures mix in with the DCD line? I have all the DCD Teen Titans as well as a very well stocked DCD JLA and I’d like to mix Zan, Jaynaa nd their space monkey in.
I don’t see Gleek in the packaging tho!!! He does come with this set right?
This has to be one of the oddest things I’ve heard about in all my years as a porn fan. Now action figures of pornstars are not that unusual. Many female straight porn starlets have been immortalized in plastic. And the gay porn world is no stranger to toys either, as supercock Jeff Stryker has his own action figure, and he was preceded by the anatomically gifted Billy Doll (no relation to Herrington).
What is unusual is why Billy Herrington is getting his own figure. Apparently some workout video of his got posted on a Japanese YouTube-like site and then took off from there as an internet meme that is so popular he warrants his own toy. I do not understand.
UPDATE: Links to a fairly complete filmography of the work of Billy Herrington can be found at bottom of post.
That body… that appearance… they truly are mystical. The well-known idol from NicoNico Douga, the "underwear wresting aniki", Billy Herrington has been made into his very own figma!
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Using the smooth yet poseable joints of figma, you can act out various wrestling scenes.
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A flexible plastic is used for his breast muscles and biceps, allowing the proportions of his beautiful body to be kept, without compromising the posability.
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The first figma to bare his naked body, allowing for even more thriving poses!
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Barbells and dumbbells are included so Billy can keep his body in perfect shape.
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His underwear is identical to that which appeared in his videos, and there are two variations to switch between, or worn together at the same time. A skin-colored pair is also included for an even more naked appearance.
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A shower head and shower room paper craft are also included, allowing you to produce even more situations.
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Comes with a poseable figma stand that makes it possible to recreate various scenes.
It DOES make me how many Japanese are sitting at home wishing they had action figures of Billy Herrington, and exactly what kind of thriving scenes and situations they are envisioning for him. Will there be a deluge of stop motion Herrington animations online after they come out? Will people buy a pair for twin scenes?
Billy Herrington has also become an internet meme among the Japanese community after a clip from one of his videos ‘Workout’ was posted on Nico Nico Douga, a Japanese video sharing website. Over 3000 parody videos of him have been made, many of which utilizes deliberate mishearings of his lines in the porn flick. He is affectionately called “Big Brother” among the Nico Nico Douga community, and most of his videos are deliberately tagged with “Forest Fairy”, “Philosophy” or both.
It looks like the impending Ms. Lion appearance in The Pet Avengers isn’t the only recent reference to the retro cartoon that aired from 1981 – 1983 (with repeats airing from 1984 – 1986). Marvel Legends revealed prototypes for action figures of the Spider Friends (as Spiderman, Iceman and Firestar were known). The trio has seen recent resurgence in Marvel’s Ultimate Spiderman but Firestar is longtime supporting Spidey character Liz Allen instead of Angelica Jones.
Here’s the intro for you nostalgia buffs out there…
Posted in Action Figures on 12/15/2008 11:10 pm by fanboi
If you were worried that the JLI series 1Ice you are about to buy was going to go without Fire, worry no more! Plus J’onn J’onz, Blue Beetle and a goofy smiling thumbs up Booster Gold. I knew I’d want Fire, but I didn’t think they could make a Beetle, Booster or Martian Manhunter to replace the ones in my display – but I actually want all 4 of this line).
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Posted in Action Figures on 11/26/2008 05:14 pm by fanboi
DC Direct has released images for the first 2 series’ of History of the DC Universe – based on the art of legendary comic book artist George Perez. Both series are due in summer 2009.
Series Two consisting of Aquaman, classic 70’s Black Lighting, the Creeper and the Flash (OK – hardcore Flash fans… lightning belt circling waist marks him as silver age Barry, right?) hits shelves about a month later on July 15 2009.
I am eagerly anticipating Blue Devil, Aquaman (I have the one with the cheesy golden age smile that came with Garth and a giant seahorse), Black Lightning (as cool as the modern age JLA version looks, nostalgia calls for the classic look) and I also want the Flash (which I prefer to the upcoming Justice League of America Series 3 Wally West version)
DC Direct finally unveiled their verison of omnipotent Watchmen beefcake Doctor Manhattan in both statue AND action figure form at 2008 SDCC. I’m not surprised they chose to go with his black speedo instead of capturing his later free balling phase for posterity.
Posted in Action Figures on 07/01/2008 02:06 pm by fanboi
Those of you who were hoping for versions a bit more like the 1950s watchmen are in luck… The modern Wave of Watchmen action figures due out on January 28th 2009 will be followed closely (February 25, 2009) by wave 2, which will consist of 4 classic-era figures… Silk Spectre, the Comedian, Nite Owl and Dr. Manhattan (who has yet to be revealed – but I’m betting will be sporting his classic swimsuit instead of the modern free-balling version – just don’t see DCD sculpting a little blue penis on him).
Posted in Action Figures on 05/23/2008 12:43 pm by fanboi
Finally after a loooong wait, DC Direct has announced the release date and line up for the third wave of action figures based on the recent relaunch of Justice League of America. After a craptastic throwaway line in Series 2, (Batman – has been done better, Hawkgirl – JSA is far superior, Amazo – who cares, and Dr. Impossible – only use is as a bade for Obsidian if you customize), this time they got it right.
Series 3 includes:GEO-FORCE!!!!!! (Yay my psychotic Tara Markov gets to hang near her big bro), Flash, Green Lantern – Hal, and Wonder Woman – I like the Dodson version, but this should appease those who didn’t like that Dodson’s was pre-posed). CHECK THESE OUT!
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Posted in Action Figures on 05/15/2008 02:19 pm by fanboi
I was pleasantly surprised when i walked into Whatever yesterday and saw the New Teen Titans Judas Contract figures hanging there. Or at least I saw a few Terminators and 1 Robin. Everything else was spoken for or sold already. luckily I reserved my Terra and Jericho weeks ago.
Below is an image I photoshopped from 2 awesome pics posted by someone named elmeaux on DC Direct’s discussion forum.
His lineups are more accurate, but I wanted Terra and Jericho in the same photo. I’ll post some pics of my own DCD Titans and JLU soon. My Marvel Legends X-Men, Avengers and Fantastic Four as well!
Smallville Absolute Justice airs on the CW for 41 days
Here is the first installment of a new section. I’ve recently gotten interested in the custom action figure market. There are some amazing pieces out there. If you take the time to wade through all the paint covered toys people call customs, there are some beautiful works of art that have factory perfect paint applications and custom sculpted details and accessories. I’ll pass them on as I find them, and try to do so in time for y’all to bid.
I’ve seen a number of customs by Wanderer-X sell on eBay. His work is consistently beautiful and his choice of characters always interesting… His latest on eBay is Gladiator from the Imperial Guard by Wanderer-X on eBay
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Here is an animated gif displaying some of his other masterworks… I can’t seem to find a website or official gallery for Wanderer-X, but click on the animation to see ALL his items currently for auction Please send any leads if you see one.
And no, I don’t know him. Wish I did, I could get him to make me Storm in her original Giant Size X-Men outfit, Dazzler, a decent Scarlet Witch and a Polaris.
Posted in Action Figures on 04/21/2008 04:02 pm by fanboi
I figure it may take a month if they reveal as much daily as they did on day one. It looks like despite the announced (on some web stores) cancellation of Hasbro ML series 4, we will still get the same lineup (yay Tigra!) by the end of the year at Wal-Mart. A new Target exclusive series with a Red Hulk BAF will have a lineup that includes black costume Spider-Man, black costume Wolverine, Union Jack, Savage Silver Surfer, Adam Warlock (with Infinity Gauntlet) and Spiral.
Posted in Action Figures on 04/19/2008 09:43 pm by fanboi
Hasbro has unveiled a number of figures for their new DC Classics line. In addition to the Wonder Woman and Cyborg previously released, They revealed The Atom (Ray Palmer), Amazo, Captain Atom (DCU and Wildstorm versions), Despero, Ares, Riddler, Batman (Beyond), Artemis, Lobo and what I’m guessing is a Metallo Build a figure? If anyone recognizes the robo guy let me know.
Posted in Action Figures on 04/11/2008 06:23 pm by fanboi
I have to admit, I’m genuinely surprised these are looking good. From the artwork, I thought I was going to hate these. But now i will actually buy that Ice (I was previously livid about it being her Global Guardians costume) While I would still prefer the furry boots version (and will replace this if the modern Tora ever comes out), this is actually a very solid depiction of a much loved character. The Batman, G’Nort and Black Canary look great too (but there is just no way you could interest me in Disco Dinah).
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