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NECA Alpha Predator Gallery 040

The Predator line from NECA is set to hit a special milestone, the release of their 100th Predator themed action figure! For this release, NECA wanted to offer fans not only a completely new figure, but one that hearkens back to the original film in a unique way. As many fans may know, the Jungle Hunter Predator that was seen in the film was not the original design. Initially, the Predator was thought of as a large insectoid creature, with none other than Jean-Claude Van Damme inside the suit. However, while filming director John McTiernan realized the design wasn’t working. It was too clunky, and was not as mobile as was needed to film the action scenes. Ultimately, Stan Winston was tapped to design the new creature, giving us the iconic Yautja design scene in the film.

To pay homage to this lost legacy, NECA has brought this original design into their story canon as the Amengi, a race of creatures that enslaved the much smaller, and weaker ancestors to the Yautja. After generations of evolution, and being bred to fight in gladiatorial style games, the Yautja were born. The largest, and strongest of the fighters had led an uprising, killing off the Amengi, and freeing his race from their enslavement. This new leader was known as the first hunter, and became the alpha Predator, wearing the near impenetrable skin of the Amengi (aka the unused Predator design), as his armor and mask.

Our friends at NECA Toys have sent over the Alpha Predator for an exclusive advanced look. After the jump, you can find my photo gallery and thoughts on the figure.

Pre-Order Links: Entertainment Earth • Megalopolis • HobbyLink Japan • Dorkside Toys (Currently Sold Out) • Big Bad Toy Store (Currently Sold Out)

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NECA The Fiend Re Releases

NECA is re-releasing their The Misfits – The Fiend 8″ Scale Figures in all-new window box packaging. With their original releases, back in 2014, the figures were packed in clamshell packaging. The re-releases are getting the window box treatment, and NECA has released photos of the figures in the new packaging. There are two figures, one in a red cloak, and one in a black cloak. The Fiend will include a swap out hand holding a candelabra accessory. The figures are due later this month. Check out pre-order links below, and the new photos after the jump.

Pre-Order Links: Big Bad Toy Store • Megalopolis • Entertainment Earth

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Toony Terrors Wave 3 Available Now 001

The Toony Terrors Wave 3 Figures are now available directly from the NECA eBay Store and the NECA Amazon Store. The figures are listed at $13.99 each plus shipping. The third wave of figures includes the Valek possesed Nun from The Nun, Count Orlok from Nosferatu, and Ash Williams from Evil Dead 2. Each figure features a small amount of articulation, and character specific accessories. If you missed it, we had an Advanced Look at Toony Terrors Wave 3 earlier this month. The figures will begin shipping to retailers soon, and should hit retailer shelves within the next few weeks. You can order at the links below.

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Halloween 2 Clothed Michael Myers 039

In October 1981, the highly anticipated Halloween II was released in theaters. The follow up to the genre defining Halloween continues moments after the events of the first film. After Dr. Loomis shoot Michael Myers numerous times, he and Laurie Strode are horrified to see that Michael has survived and has fled the scene. An injured Laurie is transported to a Haddonfield Memorial Hospital. Michael, in a quest to finish what he started, stalks the halls of the hospital. As he attempts to locate the injured Myers, Dr. Loomis learns a terrible truth. Laurie Strode is actually Michael’s sister, and Michael seems to have learned that fact as well. Loomis and Laurie confront Michael together, hoping to stop his rampage and end the nightmare. The events of the film were eventually retconned in Halloween 2018, removing the relationship between Michael and Laurie, and erasing all the sequels from canon.

Last October, NECA released the excellent Halloween II – Ultimate Michael Myers Figure. At Toy Fair earlier this year, we learned that a few new Halloween II items were on the way, as part of their retro clothed line. The selection will include Michael Myers, and a 2-pack of Dr. Loomis and Laurie Strode. Today, thanks to our friends at NECA, we have an exclusive in-hand photo gallery and review of the upcoming Halloween II – Michael Myers 8″ Scale Clothed Figure. Read on to see the photo shoot and my thoughts on the figure.

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NECA TMNT Cartoon Wave 2 Figures 014

A new photo gallery has been released by NECA for the third wave of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Cartoon 7″ Scale Figure 2-Packs. These figures will be available exclusively at Target stores. Included are Casey Jones, April O’Neil, Leatherhead, and Slash. The gallery also shows off the Ultimate Foot Soldier. A Deluxe Metalhead Figure will also be joining these figures. Check out the photos after the jump.

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NECA Sgt D Figure 027

Stormtroopers of Death (aka S.O.D.) is a satirical thrash metal band featuring Anthrax members Scott Ian and Charlie Benante, ex-Anthrax bassist Dan Lilker, and M.O.D.’s Billy Milano. They focused on intentionally over the top and offensive lyrics that brought them both notoriety and controversy. Though they never intended for anyone to take the lyrics seriously. The idea came as Scott Ian would sketch out a comic-like villain of a skull in an army helmet known as Sargent D. The sketches would feature slogans, and eventually lyrics that would become the basis for the bands songs, with Sgt. D becoming the bands mascot.

NECA is releasing an action figure of Sargent D, based on artwork from the bands first album “Speak English or Die”. The 8″ scale clothed figure includes a removable helmet and a rifle. Our friends at NECA have sent over the figure for review. After the jump, check out my thoughts and photo gallery.

Pre-Order Link: Entertainment Earth • Big Bad Toy Store (currently sold out)

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Alpha Predator Packaging 004

NECA has released final in-packaging photos for their upcoming Ultimate Alpha Predator 100th Edition Figure. The artwork is done by Jason Edmiston. This 7″ scale figure will stand over 8″ tall. The Alpha Predator features armor and a mask based on the unused Predator design from the original film. The figure includes a removable mask, interchangeable hands, a staff, and more. Look for the figure to ship out in June. It will be priced between $30 and $35. You can see the new in-packaging photos after the jump.

To commemorate the release of over 100 different Predator figures comes the very first original design and concept by NECA, the Alpha Predator!

In place of the traditional tech, gadgets, and armor worn by other yautja, the Alpha’s attire takes on a more insect-like appearance; a subtle homage to the original 1987 Predator design. Standing at 8” tall with over 30 points of articulation, the Ultimate Alpha Predator is an entirely new sculpt kitted out with an array of accessories including a removable mask, hook, gauntlets, and 3 pairs of interchangeable hands. Classic Predator weapons such as the wrist blades, staff, and shuriken, have been reimagined to fit his unique theme.

Deluxe Ultimate Packaging with new artwork by Jason Edmiston and an original origin story!

Pre-Order Links: Entertainment Earth • Big Bad Toy Store • Dorkside Toys

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TMNT Casey and Raph 2 Pack 001

NECA has released final in-packaging photos for their upcoming Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990 Movie) – Casey Jones and Trench Coat Raphael 7″ Scale Figure 2-Pack. This set will be available exclusively at Walmart. Other upcoming Walmart exclusives include the TMNT II Super Shredder, and Tokka and Rahzar 2-Pack. Casey Jones includes swap out hands, a hockey stick, a goalie stick, a golf club, a baseball bat, and a bag to carry the weapons. For those wondering, the mask is not removable. Raphael includes a removable fabric trench coat, a backpack, a hat, two sais, a pizza slice, swap out hands, and a baseball bat.

The TMNT 2-Pack will be available in June via Walmart stores (and hopefully online). Check out the new photos after the jump.

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NECA Back to the Future Figures

A few new product pages have been added to the NECA Toys website. The updates give us a look at a few upcoming Back to the Future collectibles! The new license was originally announced at Toy Fair 2020. Today, they have pages up for the Marty McFly Ultimate Figure, the animated style Toony Classics, and a new Diecast DeLorean.

The Marty McFly Ultimate 7″ Scale Figure is based on his appearance in the first film. The figure includes a backpack, a skateboard, a camcorder, a guitar, and two swap out portraits. The figure is due in August. The new Toony Classics feature figures from the Back to the Future: The Animated Series. These figures are very similar to the popular Toony Terrors horror figures. Included are Doc Brown with Einstein, Marty McFlay, and Biff Tannen. Look for these to hit in August. The last item is a Diecast Metal 6″ DeLorean Time Machine, which looks like it would fit in perfectly with their CINEMachines line. The deicast Time Machine is set for a September release.

Check out photos and details after the jump.

UPDATE:
Two other Back to the future Ultuimate Figures have been revealed. These include the Ultimate Biff Tannen, and the Ultimate Part 2 Marty McFly! Both due in September.

Pre-Order Links: Big Bad Toy Store • Entertainment Earth • Dorkside Toys

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NECA IT Chapter 2 Pennywise Packaging 004

NECA has released final in-packaging photos of the upcoming IT: Chapter Two – Pennywise Ultimate 7″ Scale Figure. The figure includes a new body sculpt, four interchangeable heads, multiple interchangeable hands, and a balloon. The figure is set to ship to retailers in June. You can see the new packaging images after the jump.

From the newly released IT: Chapter Two, the nightmarish clown returns! It’s been 27 years and the Losers Club must find a way to defeat it once and for all.

Based on Bill Skarsgård’s portrayal of the shape-shifting creature, this 7″ scale figure features an all-new body to showcase Pennywise’s costume change in the second movie. To recreate the most terrifying scenes from the film, the fully articulated figure has four interchangeable heads, plus interchangeable hands and red balloon.

Comes in collector-friendly deluxe window box packaging with opening flap.

Pre-Order Links: Big Bad Toy Store • Entertainment Earth • Dorkside Toys