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Continuing one of my favorite series of figures, the new Ash vs Evil Dead Series 2 figures have been released by NECA Toys. Today we’re sharing a massive photo gallery and review of the figures. In Ash vs Evil Dead Series 1, fans were treated to two excellent new versions of Ash Williams, as well as a great looking Deadite in Eligos. That was soon followed with a 3-pack featuring Ash and two Demon Spawn children. For the second series of figures, NECA released three new figures based on Ash vs Evil Dead Season 2. The releases include a new version of Ash Williams in his asylum attire, an adult version of the Demon Spawn, and a classic Evil Dead character in Deadite Henrietta, who made a surprise appearance in season 2 of the show.

Toyark sponsor Entertainment Earth sent along the figures for us to check out. After the jump, you can read my thoughts on the new releases, as well as view over 90 hi-res photos.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth links: Ash vs Evil Dead Series 2, Evil Dead 2 Ash vs Evil Ed 2-Pack, Ash vs Evil Dead Ultimate Ash

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As someone who does a lot of photo shoots, I always appreciate when toy companies include diorama pieces, or release their own dioramas for collectors to display their figures. Over the years, NECA has released numerous dio pieces and small displays for their figure lines. From Freddy’s Boiler, to the Predator Trophy Wall, and the recent Alien vs Predator Column, the accessories make for fun displays, and even better photo shoots. Their newest diorama pieces come as a large set of multiple items from the Friday The 13th film franchise. With the Friday The 13th – Camp Crystal Lake Accessory Pack, fans get the iconic Camp Crystal Lake sign, a dock, and a rock and sign display base to recreate the drowned Jason Voorhees from Jason Lives. These pieces are scaled to work with their 7″ scale Jason Voorhees figures.

Toyark sponsor Entertainment Earth sent over the Camp Crystal Lake Accessory Pack. After the jump, check out my photo shoot and thoughts on the new set.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth links: Ultimate Part 2 Jason Voorhees, Crystal Lake Accessory Pack, All Friday The 13th Items

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“The film which you are about to see is an account of the tragedy which befell a group of five youths, in particular Sally Hardesty and her invalid brother, Franklin. It is all the more tragic in that they were young. But, had they lived very, very long lives, they could not have expected nor would they have wished to see as much of the mad and macabre as they were to see that day. For them an idyllic summer afternoon drive became a nightmare. The events of that day were to lead to the discovery of one of the most bizarre crimes in the annals of American history, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.”

That prologue opens one of the most genuinely scary horror films ever made. While digital restorations and tinkering with the original film elements has made the film clearer and crisper, I always felt the best way to enjoy the movie was a dark, grainy image that helped to amplify the gritty nature of what you were seeing. While the gore is surprisingly tame compared to what came in later horror films, the portrayal of the Sawyer family in the original film was raw and scary in a way that no follow up or remake has truly captured. Among that horrific family was The Hitchhiker. A seemingly dimwitted traveler, who sets the uneasy tone from the start of the film. Shifting from a lonely traveler to a deranged madman in just a few seconds, the portrayal by actor Edwin Neal is one of the scariest in the film. The Hitchhiker meets his demise at the hands of a semi-truck as he chases the last survivor, but makes his return as a corpse puppet known as Nubbins in the sequel.

Continuing their expanded Texas Chainsaw Massacre Mego style releases, NECA introduced a 2-pack that features The Hitchhiker as well as the corpse puppet Nubbins. Available online and in-stores now, the set includes a figure of the Hitchhiker, who comes with a switchblade, a razor, a pouch and a camera. The Nubbins puppet is made out of armature wire, with a sculpted upper torso and hands. Straps and wiring allow for the figure to be held by the previously released chop Top.

Toyark sponsor Entertainment Earth sent along the set for us to check out. After the jump, see my photos and thoughts on the new 2-pack.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth links: Nubbins 8″ Scale Figure Set, Ultimate 7″ Scale Leatherface, TCM 3 Leatherface 8″ Figure

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under Random Photo Shoot, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Toy News

The newest Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles release from NECA is a 1/4 scale Raphael in Disguise figure. This 16.5″ tall figure is based on Raph from the 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles live action film. The figure is the fifth release in the line up, as he joins, Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo and the standard Raphael. At San Diego Comic-Con 2017, NECA revealed a further series of releases for the 1/4 scale line up, including Shredder, Foot Soldiers and an accessory pack featuring the baby Turtles! The Raphael in Disguise figure includes an assortment of interchangeable hands, two sais, a Casey Jones baseball bat, a slice of pizza, a removable trench coat, and a removable hat.

Toyark sponsor Entertainment Earth provided us with the 1/4 Scale Raphael in Disguise Figure. Read on to check out my thoughts and a full gallery.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth links: 1/4 Scale Raph in Trenchcoat, 1/4 Baby Turtles Set, All NECA TMNT Items

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Just about a year ago, I went through and did photo shoots for a number of new Madballs from Kidrobot. These includes two sets of blind box Madballs, their 4″ sized Madballs, and their 6″ sized Madballs. Late last year, a special series of horror themed Madballs were released in the 4″ size. Announced last month and quickly released, the new Madballs 4″ Series 2 Assortment features three new takes on the classic toys. In this assortment, you can find Freaky Fullback, Swine Sucker, and Lock Lips.

Toyark sponsor Entertainment Earth sent along the new Madballs for us to check out. After the jump you can check out a gallery and some thoughts on the new releases.

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After the surprising box office success of A Nightmare On Elm Street, the producers at New Line Cinema were quick to put a sequel into motion. Wes Craven refused to return to direct, and directing duties went to relative newcomer Jack Sholder. Along with writer David Chaskin, the duo brought to life an amazingly odd sequel filled with sexual overtones that producers were initially blind to. And while it’s easy to poke fun at the thematic elements of the film, it’s hard to ignore how absolutely horrifying Freddy Krueger is in the film. In A Nightmare On Elm St. 2: Freddy’s Revenge, he is still portrayed as an absolute monster, as the darkly humorous Freddy wasn’t truly brought in until the 3rd film. In the movie, Freddy looks to escape the confines of his Dreamworld prison by possessing young Jesse Walsh, one of the new inhabitants of the famed Elm Street house. Using his new access to the real world, Freddy forces Jesse to continue his reign of terror.

While the film itself broke most of the rules established in the original film, and it’s sequels, Freddy himself remained scary as hell. The portrayal of Freddy in the film is still my personal favorite of the entire series. His makeup is more refined than the original, adding a more demonic look to the character. I also really liked the look of the hand with blades protruding, which always struck me as particularly spine chilling.

NECA continues their line of Ultimate Freddy Krueger figures with an Ultimate Freddy’s Revenge – Freddy Krueger Figure. Previously, they have released Ultimate version of A Nightmare On Elm St. Freddy, and a Dream Warriors Freddy. After the jump, you can check out over 60 photos of the figure, as well as my thoughts on the newest Freddy release.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth Links: Ultimate Freddy’s Revenge Figure, Ultimate Part 1 Freddy, All Freddy Merchandise

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Entertainment Earth dropped us a line to let us know that 3 of their exclusive 3.75 scale Star Wars figures and sets are online now! Included are the Flame Trooper (in firing stance), C’ai Threnalli, and a Finn Vs. Phasma 2 pack. Check the details and links below!

Star Wars: The Last Jedi Flame Trooper 3 3/4-Inch Figure
https://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=HSE0521

Hard to find! You won’t find Star Wars: The Last Jedi Flame Trooper 3 3/4-Inch Action Figure at a store near you! The Supreme Leader of the First Order deploys these fiery forces to burn villages to the ground. The forces are back with a Force Link sound chip and newly posed limbs, plus some other minor changes. Collectors will love adding to their armies, but with a twist – the figure has been redesigned to hold his terrible torch with both hands now!

Bring the galaxy to life with Force Link! Recreate the adventures of a galaxy far, far away with Force Link, a new interactive play system from Hasbro that gives kids the sound effects and phrases from the Star Wars movies right in the palms of their hands! Wear Force Link wearable technology (Available in Starter Set. Sold separately) to activate lights, sounds, and phrases in Force Link-activated figures, accessories, vehicles, and playsets! With Force Link, kids can bring their favorite Star Wars adventures to life! When kids wear their Force Link wearable technology and pick up the 3 3/4-inch scale Star Wars First Order Flametrooper figure, they can activate authentic figure phrases and sounds! Figure includes movie-inspired design and 2 character-inspired accessories. May the Force be with you.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi C’ai Threnalli 3 3/4-Inch Figure
https://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=HSE0524

Hard to find! You won’t find Star Wars: The Last Jedi C’ai Threnalli 3 3/4-Inch Action Figure at a store near you! A hero of the Resistance and Poe’s pilot pal, Threnalli is an alien pilot here to save the day. Complete with Force Link chip, removable helmet, and blaster pistol, he’s ready to face the First Order with bravery from his starfighter’s seat!

Bring the galaxy to life with Force Link! Recreate the adventures of a galaxy far, far away with Force Link, a new interactive play system from Hasbro that gives kids the sound effects and phrases from the Star Wars movies right in the palms of their hands! Wear Force Link wearable technology (Available in Starter Set. Sold separately) to activate lights, sounds, and phrases in Force Link-activated figures, accessories, vehicles, and playsets! With Force Link, kids can bring their favorite Star Wars adventures to life! When kids wear their Force Link wearable technology and pick up the 3 3/4-inch scale Star Wars First Order Flametrooper figure, they can activate authentic figure phrases and sounds! Figure includes movie-inspired design and 2 character-inspired accessories. May the Force be with you.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi Finn vs Phasma 3 3/4-Inch Figures
https://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=HSE0624

Hard to find! Relive the face-off from the epic conclusion of The Last Jedi where Finn takes his riot baton and duels Captain Phasma with her deadly pole weapon! Each action figure is articulated and compatible with the Force Link band, sold separately. Bring the rematch of the movie home and relive the fight for yourself!

Bring the galaxy to life with Force Link! Recreate the adventures of a galaxy far, far away like never before with Force Link, a new interactive play system from Hasbro that gives kids the sound effects and phrases from the Star Wars movies right in the palms of their hands! Wear Force Link wearable technology (Available in Starter Set. Sold separately) to activate lights, sounds, and phrases in Force Link-activated figures, accessories, vehicles, and playsets! With Force Link, kids can bring their favorite Star Wars adventures to life! When kids wear their Force Link wearable technology and pick up the 3 3/4-inch scale Star Wars Finn (First Order Disguise) or Captain Phasma figure, they can activate authentic figure phrases and sounds! Figure includes movie-inspired design and character-inspired accessories with their own set of battle effects. Activate 3 different sets of sounds with Finn (First Order Disguise) and Captain Phasma figures and accessories! May the Force be with you!

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Now available in stores is the Child’s Play – Chucky Mego Style Figure by NECA Toys. This 5.5″ tall figure features a a highly poseable figure, a cloth outfit, rooted hair and numerous weapons. This version of Chucky is based on his look in the original Child’s Play film. In the movie, a serial killer named Charles Lee Ray transfers his soul into the body of a popular “Good Guy” doll as he dies. The doll makes its way to Andy, a young boy who witnesses the murderous nature of Chucky and whose fate becomes intertwined with the doll for much of his life. The NECA figure comes packaged in a resealable clamshell backer.

Toyark sponsor entertainment Earth sent along the figure for us to check out. Read on for the photos and my thoughts on the new Chucky Retro Style Figure.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth links: NECA Retro Style Chucky, NECA Ultimate Child’s Play Chucky, All Child’s Play Collectibles

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under Random Photo Shoot, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Toy News

The latest Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles release from NECA is a 1/4 scale Michelangelo figure. This 16.5″ tall figure is based on Mikey from the 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles live action film. The figure is the third release in the line up, as he joins, Leonardo, Donatello and Raphael. Next month, NECA will release their Raphael in Trenchcoat. At San Diego Comic-Con 2017, NECA revealed a further series of releases for the 1/4 scale line up, including Shredder, Foot soldiers and an accessory pack featuring the baby Turtles! The Michelangelo figure includes an assortment of interchangeable hands, two nunchucks, a bag of pork rinds and a slice of pizza.

Toyark sponsor Entertainment Earth provided us with the 1/4 Scale Michelangelo Figure. Read on to check out thoughts and a full gallery.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth links: 1/4 Scale Raph in Trenchcoat, 1/4 Scale Leonardo, All NECA TMNT Items

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For the third year in a row, NECA has released a special edition Christmas themed figure. Their first release was a set of figures based on Home Alone. Last year, we were treated to our first National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation figure with the release of the Santa Clark Griswold figure. This year, NECA has released a new version of the Clark Griswold figure. The Chainsaw Clark Griswold is based on one of the most memorable scenes from the classic film as Clark exchanges verbal jabs with his neighbors Todd and Margot. This 8″ retro Mego style clothed figure includes a vintage Cooper Goalie Mask, a chainsaw, interchangeable hands and Marty Moose mug.

The figure is available in stores and online now. Toyark sponsor Entertainment Earth provided the figure. Check out the photos and my thoughts after the jump.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth links: Chainsaw Clark Griswold, Vinyl Idolz Clark Griswold, All Christmas Vacation Collectibles

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