DC Collectibles launched an all new line of 6 inch Batman The Animated Series figures last year. The line initially had some QC issues but aside from that they were well received, finally giving the fans high end versions of these characters truly representative of the now classic cartoon series. The line continues this month with the next wave of figures – Man Bat (BTAS), Robin (BTAS) and Joker (BTAS). Poison Ivy was supposed to ship with these guys but has been delayed. We are starting off our galleries with Man Bat, check him out along with some quick thoughts after the break courtesy of site sponsor Big Bad Toy Store!
BBTS Pre-Orders – Get ’em while they’re hot: Poison Ivy, Killer Croc and Baby Doll, Robin (TNBA), The Creeper, Riddler, Penguin, Batigrl, Batman (TAS), Roxy Rocket, Nightwing, Bane, Scarecrow, Mad Hatter, Mask of Phantasm 2 Pack, 6 Inch Scale Animated Batmobile.
DC Collectibles Batman Animated Series Man Bat (Batman The Animated Series)
Pros
Plastic quality improved, no breakage, can be handled
Interchangeable arms for standard or extended wings
Episode specific accessories
Cons
Minor: Arms pop out easily when handling
Can’t stand up without display stand or luck/magic
Overall
Overall this is a solid piece. It’s extremely well packaged, featuring simple but iconic imagery. The wings are awesome in both modes, and the fact they gave us a complete extra set is appreciated. Now you can figure out a flight pose or just rock the “at rest” ones for a more standard display. The Leather Wings episode accessories are a nice touch, giving us pill bottles and a cassette tape as seen in the show. There is a twist and upper ab crunch presnet which allow for a wide range of movement up top, but neither set of arms have elbow or wrist articulation, and the legs are limited at the knee joint. That being said, every single point having full articulation isn’t the goal here and there is much more than any previous version which should allow you to get the pose you need on the shelf. Regarding QC issues – it seems like this round has improved on plastic quality and construction. The figure was thoroughly handed and posed for these pics (took a lot more than we posted here), and no sign of breakage, weakening, etc. All joints and movement points held well. The fact this guy is the same retail as the other figures caps it as a solid buy if you’re into the Animated Series. Check out some key shots below and the full gallery after that!
BBTS Pre-Orders – Get ’em while they’re hot: Poison Ivy, Killer Croc and Baby Doll, Robin (TNBA), The Creeper, Riddler, Penguin, Batigrl, Batman (TAS), Roxy Rocket, Nightwing, Bane, Scarecrow, Mad Hatter, Mask of Phantasm 2 Pack, 6 Inch Scale Animated Batmobile.
CompaniesDC Collectibles
CharactersMan-Bat
Scale6 Inch
Sub-LineDC Animated Series (Modern 6 Inch)