A Wonderful, Handsome, Well-Made Figure
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I'm not much for toys of this sort, but this one is exceptional!  The detailing is painstakingly done, the features are well formed, the body articulations are easy to manipulate... and the figure can literally stand on his own two feet.  This (and the others in the series) make for great sand tray and play therapy figures as well.  Jung would be envious.
1081443
I finally have the time to review this wonderful Kratos figure. I had pre-ordered this from anime island on June 7th. But I am a very busy guy. Anyway I usually wait for reviews before purchasing anything. Let alone a toy, which is something I seldom buy. But I had a good feeling about this one.
So without further ado, I present to you the new Kratos: God of war III figure by Play arts:

1) Strong joints especially the knees.
2) The well definied Muscles are are the most prominent feature.
3) Great painting and shades on face and shin.
4) Kratos comes with
  A) A pair of hands - and they are interchangable ofcourse.
  B) Blades of Chaos (well sculptured)
  C) chains  - they connect from the blades of chaos to the wrist. The color and shape of the chains match the sculptured chains on his wrist.
  They add a touch of realism to the chains.
  D) Blades of Hades - Unfortunately he can't hold them, but they look great and they are meant to be attached to his back.

5) His articulation points are numerous and not loose, they are stable.

Finally, the expression on Kratos's face is slightly different from the one you see here in the picture.
Looking into his face directly, you see an expression of determination and focus.
The face is undoubtly sculptured well. And It is definitely not for kids. The label on the Box says 13 and up :)
4144236
I really underestimated this figure; I really did. I thought it wouldn't have been as nice as the other Transformers Revoltech figures I've purchased, but boy was I wrong. This is one of the most beautiful representations of the movie Optimus Prime, especially for a non-transforming figure. Revoltech figures are definitely known for their articulation- and this figure does not fail. I would've loved it if this figure came with a display stand- I know that the Jetwing edition comes with one, but I don't want a second Optimus.

Some factors that caused me to take off a star were the accessories- I absolutely love the look of the sword; looks just like how it appears in the movie and I can definitely pull off some good poses with it. Only one of the guns looks very similar to the one he used in the movie, but the other ones just seemed pretty unnecessary- I would've preferred at least a second sword.

in the end, this figure is a beautiful representation of Optimus Prime that's at a reasonable size to sit on your desk- recommended to all Transformers fans out there!!!
810265
I am very impressed with this figure.  Have been purchasing a lot of figures of late for photography purposes and I love the detail that was put into this Thor.  I was very surprised when I received this figure because he is taller (about 7") than the other figures in this "Marvel Classic Legends - Build a Figure" series so he stands out for sure.  I have been having one problem with getting one of his arms to bend, but it is not a major concern.  I would recommend this figure to any collector or to someone who just wants a good looking action figure.  My "Avengers" collection is almost complete.
4032378
This figure is so far my most favorite figure to come out of Hasbro's Transformers AoE line of toys. Poseability is awesome, and the joints are very sturdy. Transformation is well-engineered, fun and highly satisfying. Everything snaps into place. Granted, they cheat quite a bit on the transformation (the windshield on the chest in robot mode is NOT the same part as the windshield for the truck mode) but that is not a major issue when you have a figure this well-proportioned and well-engineered. I also like the fact that it pays homage to the old G1 truck mode.

Some highlights:
- amazing details. They really paid a lot of attention to every part of the figures and added a lot of details to the mold. See the area under the armpit for example. If you'd like you can add some paints to these details to make the figure more stunning.
- Prime's head mold is the one without face plate. I like this better as they really put a lot of details on the head and the face.
- No way to place/store/hide the shotgun on truck mode without making it stick out like a sore thumb.
- Talking about the shotgun, I heard that you can actually attach the shotgun to Voyager class Dark of the Moon Megatron figure. Definitely a plus if you do happen to have it.
- Again on the shotgun, just be careful with the launcher button. It's easy to accidentally press it, and you don't want that to happen when the gun was pointed at your face. Yeah, happened to me several times.
- the neck part has an additional joint at the part attaching to the shoulder/torso that can make the head move forward a bit.

Personally I like the Hasbro version slightly better than Takara's. Takara shouldn't have colored the feet gray as this really sticks out in truck mode. They should have kept it blue. But I like the fact that they added a bit of details on the upper arms part. You win some, you lose some, I guess. But Hasbro's cheaper. So there you go.
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I'm a big fan of the Batman Arkham Origins game, and this is an incredibly well done figure of Batman in that game's costume. Unlike the previous Batman figures in this scale (Arkham City Batman, Arkham City Armored Batman), this figure thankfully has a propotionate head and lacks the weird issue of previous Batman figures where the eyes were way too close together, making him look weird and very un-Batmanlike from every angle. The cape is a nice improvement as well; this time it's made of a nice, flexible material that meshes well with the otherwise fully plastic figure.

 Nice as it is, the figure is getting four stars because while well sculpted and painted (and certainly the best four inch Batman figure I've seen), the pupils are a little too large (and too blue) for my taste. It's only noticeable while holding the figure close and not a problem once it's on the shelf, and you could probably just tell yourself he's using his cowl's Detective Vision if it bothers you that much, but still. The primary reaon for only getting four stars, though, is that no accessories are included. None. For this scale I don't expect much, but the trademark Arkham series grapnel gun and batarang should be the least that's included with every Batman figure.

 If you collect action figures and also a fan of the Arkham games, or just Batman in general, I'd recommend picking him up.
1264338
I love this figure. He's exactly as pictured and more! My only concern is with breaking him given the thinness of certain parts of the figure and the lack of ability to pose his fully jointed legs because of the dress.

A bonus feature: His toes are adjustable which is odd but very entertaining and adds to the overall options.
4697503
This is a figure of the Jaeger "Crimson Typhoon" in Pacific Rim. According to the packaging it's recommended for ages 14 and up.

It has great sculpting and details, and looks very screen accurate. The paint is also applied very well, and combined with the sculpt it brings out a lot of detail in the figure. There is a slight black wash over the red parts making it appear battle-damaged and used. Even the black areas have a silver wash and streaks giving the whole figure a realistic look. They even applied the Chinese characters and logos thoughout the armor. The figure stands at 7.5" tall.

Articulation:
- Swivel head and left claw hand
- Ball-jointed on all three shoulders, torso, and hips
- Hinged elbows, wrists on two right arms, knees, calves, and ankles
It would have been nice if he had rocker ankles, hinged claws, and more lateral movement at the hips. Other than that he features good articulation and range of movement at most joints. There's still lots of good poses to put him in.

Things to note: Some joints might be tight, for example on mine the wrists. So be careful when moving the joints so that they don't break.

Overall, it's a great looking figure with good articulation, though hindered outward hip range. The sculpting and paint are applied well and looks realistic. If you're a fan of Pacific Rim or giant robots, I would recommend getting this. This is my first Jaeger figure and he looks great next to my Kaiju.
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I've been a fan of Tim Drake for a long time and have been waiting for a fully posable figure of him for about as long. The wait is over because here he is!
First off, it's awesome that he's represented in his own unique Robin uniform that mimmics Batman's own.
Everything from the scallops on the cape to the pockets on his utility belt are sculpted to the usual perfection courtesy of the 4 horsemen.
Robin's articulation is top-notch. He's got a lean smaller build than the other adult characters in the line which adds to the individuality of the figure.
Robin comes with his trademark staff and 2 batarangs fashioned after the bird-motife.
Overall, this figure is awesome and a worthy representation of the Boy wonder.
3285609
I have to be frank, I was a little hesitant about getting this. Despite my love of the Dark Knight design,comic,animated movies and Arkham skin. Play arts Kai is not my first choice when it comes to figures. their scale are a little off putting.(they are usually 8 to 10 inches tall,I prefer 6 inch figures and under and I'd only get the bigger ones if they are supposed to tower over a 6 inch ones. Picky? yes. But to  each their own I say).
So I bought him when it was on sale. And I'm glad that i did. This figure is superb !! the sculpting is great. The shading is impeccable ! It has a fair amount of articulation. But nothing spectacular. Head is on a ball joint,neck is on some sort of ball joint as well,shoulders have a double hinged joint as well as a butterfly joint but are limited by the cape piece. Arms have a bicep swivel and elbows are on a ratcheted,Revoltech style ball-joint. The diaphragm is on a very useful ball-joint,an the waist in on one of those weird ball-joints. Swivel at thighs,as well as a two way ratcheted joints at the hips, double jointed knees(not the most attractive ones,sadly) ratcheted joints at the ankles,and a cut-joint at the foot)
As for accessories, It comes with a pair of gripping hands,a hand with the mini Batarangs wedged in between his fingers "a la Wolverine" and a old school grappling hook with rope.
In conclusion, Bats here is a stunning and imposing looking figure. Sadly, despite the sheer amount of articulation it has,it all seems to be limited by his bulk or his sculpt. But it's not like it's appropriate to put him in poses that are too dynamic since this is an older Batman. If you're a fan of the Play Arts Kai line,you will not be disappointed. Neither will fans of the the game. If this is going to be your first Play Arts,the size might be off putting at first but you will get used to it.
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With the passing of Richard Harris in 2002, the role of Hogwarts Headmaster was passed to actor Michael Gambon. When NECA toys announced that they would be making figures of the Harry Potter movie actors/actresses, it seemed natural that Gambon's likeness would become a figure, but many of us were wide-eyed when NECA revealed plans to release a grand sculpt of Richard Harris as we remembered him from "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets."

Richard Harris' likeness as Albus Dumbledore was my main reason for getting this figure set, and upon receipt of it, it quickly became one of my favorite sculpts from the guys at NECA Toys.  From his half-moon spectacles to the finely-painted robes, it's hard for me to keep from just heaping praise on this figure. Of interest to me was the use of a translucent-type plastic used for Dumbledore's hair and beard, giving it a nice texture. If you're hoping to move Albus around for alot of action, you won't find this here. His sculpt has him in more of a wizened, standing-straight pose, as if he's watching the action from afar.

Also included with the set is one of the only other "Chamber of Secrets" figures, Harry Potter. Like Dumbledore, the artists have done a great job of getting down Daniel Radcliffe's likeness, though it is sad that he's the only 'Year 2' student figure they ever made. Unlike Dumbledore, Harry is mainly set in an action pose, and there's not much that can be done beyond this. His extended right arm and hand can be used to either hold his wand, or clasp the sword of Godric Gryffindor, which is one of several accessories in this set.

Speaking accessories, along with the sword of Godric Gryffindor, the set also includes the Hogwarts Sorting Hat (with his face-like crinkles), and Dumbledore's bird, Fawkes the Phoenix, standing atop his perch. Fawkes is relatively static, with the exception of a movable head atop his neck.

Sadly, no sooner did I get this set and set it up at my desk at work, then some unseen coworker 'filched' it from atop my workplace cabinet. However, I soon after ordered another one. That is much love I have for this set of figures from the folks at NECA. Here's hoping the thief won't be back for a second filching.
2277325
I have to admit, the figure is much smaller than expected. I don't have an exact measurement, but he does stand shorter than the length of my hand, and is absolutely tiny next to my other figures. He comes up about to the waist of some of my Sega prize figures. However, he is very well made. His face looks absolutely accurate, and he is painted fairly decent. One problem that I have seen is that for these particular figures is that they sometimes can have problems standing in their pegs. I had to stretch his legs to fit into the base, which was concerning at the time I did it. After all this though, he is still a really nice figure. The way he's posed is nice, and he was painted and sculpted is very good. I've included some pictures since they seemed to be nonexistent when I bought him.
1064642
I am very pleased with the likeness and overall appearance. I am critical with Star Trek figures and I really like this one.
4663511
Came in perfect shape. All joints are nice and tight and he makes a nice display piece. The body isn't all that special but the paint job and helmet are awesome making this a very imposing looking figure to have. Still easy to find and at good prices. A worthy addition to any collection.
3531769
a great  figure to have.... just love it!!!!
910041
This figure stands at 21 centimeters (almost exactly 8 inches), and it can be taken apart at the base of the torso, allowing you to remove the skirt if you so desire. The connection between the legs and torso is a nice snug fit, so you can hold it by the top half and not have to worry about it splitting apart. It should be noted that the hair ties she has aren't as spread apart as they appear in the product photo, and are much closer to her body. The base is just a white disc, and it has two prongs in which you can snap the figure onto via her right foot. Like the other connection, the prongs hold her very well and you don't have to worry about her coming loose from the stand.

There are a few things I really like about this figure and some I don't really like:

First, the good things. I really like the amount of detail on her clothing - looking at the low-res picture here only gives you a vague idea of what it looks like. I love looking at all the creases and folds in her sweat-shirt, and I similarly like the design of her skirt and how it too has a lot of folds and creases. The hairbands are also a nice touch and look great, especially since there's no smudges in the paint. It's well made, and I can't see any lazy design features like some of the other figures I've seen.

On the negative side, I only have ONE thing I don't really like about the figure, and that's how thin her legs are. Her thighs are pretty small, but what gets me are her calves, they are just way too thin for my liking - they're smaller than the width of a pencil, especially down closer to her ankles. Furthermore, the fact that her legs are so disproportionately small relative to her torso makes her look top heavy, given how bulky her sweat-shirt is.

It's not a bad figure by any means, and it's the only standing Komari figure they're selling on this site, so for that alone it's worth it, but it's good to know about these things.
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With the third wave of the FOTR trilogy line, toybiz has given us another lot of nice figures. Elendil is no exception.

Elendil was Isildur's father; the king of gondor who led the men in the final battle against Sauron in the prologue to Fellowship of the Ring.

The best thing about the figure is his highly detailed armor. Vambraces, pauldrons, chestplate, greaves, everything has great texturing and detail. He comes with a nice helmet that fits snugly on his head. He also comes with a very large version of Narsil, which fits nicely into a very large sheath.

There are a few things I don't like about the figure, though. His headsculpt is really not that good. His head is box-shaped, with the top being almost totally flat. (just keep the helmet on.) He also looks way too young for Elendil, who was shown to be pretty old in the movies. Also, Elendil's arms are sort of skinny and weak-looking. And his wrist-joints are loose, and I'm always afraid of them snapping off. (Especially since it is friggin' hard to get his sword in his hands!) Also, Narsil is too big, and it is also permanantly bent.

However, the only thing that really detracts from the figure is the headsculpt. Elendil is a nice figure, and is definitely worth owning.