McFarlane Toys has updated with official details and product photos for their latest bronze figures. The DC Multiverse – Platinum Edition Arkham Knight Batman and Arkham Origins Deathstroke Figures have already started showing up in Walmart stores. The 7″ scale figures are part of the official chase variant program, and feature bronze finishes. Each includes the same accessories as their standard editions. Check out info below, and photos after the jump.
BATMAN ( BATMAN: ARKHAM KNIGHT )
As a child, Bruce Wayne watched as his parents were brutally killed in Gotham City’s Crime Alley. Traumatized by their deaths, he devoted his life to becoming the world’s greatest weapon against crime—the Batman! To become the ultimate vigilante, the Dark Knight disciplined his mind and body to reach the pinnacle of mental and physical superiority. He’s a master detective and an expert martial artist, but his greatest weapon is his mind. Batman has a plan for every occasion, as well as high-tech weapons, gadgets, and vehicles to assist him in his relentless pursuit of justice!
Product Features:
- Batman figure based on the video game Batman: Arkham City
- Figure is featured in an all bronze finish
- Batman accessories include sword Remote Electric Charge, Remote Control Batarang, and base
- Included collectable art card with a foil Batman from Batman: Arkham City artwork on the front, and character biography on the back
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DEATHSTROKE: BATMAN: ARKHAM ORIGINS
Slade Wilson was the army’s top operative when he underwent experiments that turned him into a super-soldier with enhanced strength, stamina, and regenerative powers. When he was dishonorably discharged, he became the world’s deadliest mercenary known as Deathstroke. A master of martial arts and an expert marksman, Deathstroke is a threat to even the most powerful Superheroes.
Product Features:
- Deathstroke figure based on the video game Batman: Arkham Origins
- Figure is featured in an all bronze finish
- Deathstroke accessories include a Katana and base
- Included collectable art card with a foil Deathstroke from Batman: Arkham Origins artwork on the front, and character biography on the back
DC Multiverse - Platinum Edition Batman and Deathstroke Bronze Figures
Why is Batman called a Platinum edition if he's bronze? Do words mean nothing anymore!?
What is the appeal of these? Does anyone really care about getting cheap looking gold spray painted versions of these figures?
These are chase variants, which is McFarlane's specialty. I don't see anything wrong with that, it gives those who are first to the box a "treasure" to find, and it helps McFarlane sell more toys.
These are pretty niche variants... It's not like they can be displayed along side any other figures. Would have made more sense to have like battle damaged versions. Add more weathering paint apps to Deathstroke's armor.
I actually like them a lot
If anything it just shows how good the sculpting detail has been for most (not all) McFarlane toys, especially armored characters. That being said although I don't care much for a solid gold/bronze paint deco, think Todd should release some limited chase Artist Proofs, give the niche customizers a crack at giving a better paint job, which I think is usually one of the main reasons some of his releases are poorly received.
But overall like everyone, its niche and best as a limited chase variant.
Good thing no store is carrying these from where I'm from.
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