Extreme Sets have been a highlight of the collecting community over the last year or so, putting out high quality pop up dioramas designed for collectible figures of all kinds. They’ve recently released Wave 3 of the sets, which include the Command Station (for 3.75 scale figures), Nela Level 6 (alien ship), Headquarters (Evil Robot Base), and the Locker Room. We took a look at the Command Station already over on HissTank.com so check that out as well.
Today we are looking at their Nela Level 6 set. It’s another HUGE set, one that deviates from the standard fare. The back walls are actually 3D in nature, with an overhang, ledge, and even some structural beams. They connect with a differently shaped center piece, and come with 3 large floors. On top of that, 2 of the large pieces can be connected to form a tunnel! It’s definitely one of their most complex yet and makes for an impressive display. Read on to check out some additional thoughts and over 40 HD shots!
Also of note: The fine folks at Extreme-Sets.com have given us a coupon code for a discount on your orders. Enter code TOYARK at checkout and get 10% off your order! They are also offering free shipping on orders over 120 USD with an email sign up at the moment.
Overall Thoughts:
The Level 6 set is impressive in it’s scale. Designed for 6 inch figures, it spans 4+ feet wide, and 11 inches tall. The floor pieces will shoot out a bit from there too. The backdrop is not just a flat piece of art this time, it gives the whole set up some depth. I think this set is great for those looking for a semi-permanent display piece, one where you want to tuck in a ton of figures. The open flooring, roofing, and ledges give you plenty of places to work your figures in. From a photography angle, I really dug the alternative configuration of the tunnel. It provided new angles and shots not easily accomplished without a full diorama in most cases. The only thing negative about the whole set is also it’s main selling point, the complexity. For me, I like to set up and break down quick for shoots. This requires a bit more time to get going as every piece is 3D and requires multiple steps to set up. If you are just looking for a collection piece, this is perfect. If you don’t mind a session for setup to get the cool shots, also great. For quick on-the-fly photography, not the best.
That being said, the flooring is great and if you plan on using the full set every once and a while, the floors can be used with other sets more regularly.
Check out some key shots, along with a set up video below. Full set here!
Disclaimer: Extreme Sets provided this set for review purposes.
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These are awesome! I was definitely one of those Instagram people
I too own the Deranged Alley set. I really enjoy these, but yeah the banding kinda sucks. You only see it on solid areas or when the lighting is real bright. I have had success with using lights on the sides or above, not so much with direct(front)lighting.
I'm really looking forward to the Abandoned House set. Looks like a perfect background for Horror, especially Resident Evil!
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Wow! I need this: Sector 9 Diorama
I too own the Deranged Alley set. I really enjoy these, but yeah the banding kinda sucks. You only see it on solid areas or when the lighting is real bright. I have had success with using lights on the sides or above, not so much with direct(front)lighting.
I'm really looking forward to the Abandoned House set. Looks like a perfect background for Horror, especially Resident Evil!
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I really need to get one of these !
must....
Have......
DOJOOOOOOOOO!
CCC.
Oh wow, the Control Center is pretty much the Ark set that the SDCC Dinobots came in.
Those are absolutely superb, I think I need them in my life.
Sewer Pop Up is online. I used this in the SHF TMNT set before but this has more shots.



Extreme Sets Sewer Pop Up Photo Review - The Toyark - News
The beauty I perceive in toy photography is best expressed on a scale of how many swear words they make me inexplicably shout.
And those newest photos are a quadruple F Bomb plus.
That sewer would be good for Croc or Lizard.
CCC.
Which Turtles are those in the photos?
I really do want the Transformers set, but as a primarily MP collector, I'd want them to be taller like you said in the first review. Ultra Magnus probably is as tall as them. I kinda think it'd be awesome if you had a full G1 toy crew, that's probably the perfect height for them.
And those newest photos are a quadruple F Bomb plus.
While the action photography is truly amazing, I really wish they'd gotten some more "Nuts & Bolts" shots on this sewer set. I loved the picture in the Deranged Alley review that had multiple scale figures in front of the panels. Helped me gauge the size of it so much better. I'm primarily a 1:18 collector, and was considering this set as "fudge-able" to my scale, but can't really tell from these photos.
Has anybody heard if they have any down-sizing plans? I would buy the heck out of these at 2/3 their size.
I'm beyond excited for the "Command Station" and "Nela Laevel 06" sets though, those look like they will work fantastically for my purposes as is.
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Oooh! That's hugely helpful, Thank you!
4" look a little small, may be a deal breaker at that price.
CCC.
These are amazing
Anyone know what head is Vegeta using in this figure facing Goku?!?!!
I'm working on the Sector 09 set (sci-fi themed). Here are a few teasers of what it looks like in action.




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