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Today we look at the new DC Essentials Joker and Batgirl with all of their flaws and successes.

Here is my take on the newly released DC Essentials Nightwing action figure from DC Collectibles. I want to mention here that one point I was planning on talking about that I forgot is that there is no place to put his eskrima sticks.

This is the DC Essentials Harley Quinn. With her release it marks the first time we get to see a basic naked she-buck with all of its proportions and generic detail. Overall I thought this was a good figure and accurately represents her character but the face...well that's another story. If mine had have turned out as good as the final promotional prototype she'd be golden but mine was full of paint defect. I may just order a second one to see if it happens twice.

Just got this one posted this morning. These figures as usual because they are DC Essentials, left me partially stoked and a little let down. Just a little. I still recommend these guys to you if you are a Shazam or Black Adam fan. Also if you have been collecting all of the previously released DC Essential then these 2 will be a must for you also.

BAT-FAMILY: NIGHTWING MULTI-PART STATUE sculpted by CHRIS DAHLBERG Following the success of the Teen Titans multi-part statue, DC Collectibles is back with a new line of combinable statues, this time featuring the Bat-Family! This new set features five statues that can be posed individually or combined into a massive showpiece. The latest release of the Bat-Family is Nightwing, the former Robin and current protector of Blüdhaven. His acrobatic origins are on full display as he surveils the city from a one-armed handstand and with his trusted Escrima sticks in his free hand. This carefully crafted polyresin statue is balanced to stand out either on its own or as part of the Bat-Family when connected with the other statues of the collection. • Statue measures approximately 6.81" tall • Allocations may occur • Final products may differ from images shown ON SALE AUGUST 2019 $80.00 US BATMAN VS. KILLER CROC MINI BATTLE STATUE sculpted by RAY VILLAFANE Coming in 2019 is a new line of mini- statues, each a re-creation of one of the most popular statues from DC Collectibles history, with the same quality and detail but at a reduced scale and price. Faced with Killer Croc’s monstrous size and power, Batman’s best strategy usually involves keeping a distance, while being prepared for the inevitable. This epic statue expertly captures the showdown between Croc and the Dark Knight, complete with carefully sculpted details like the texture of Croc’s back or the remnant bones in his sewer domain. • Limited to 5,000 pieces and individually numbered • Statue measures approximately 8.2" tall • Allocations may occur • Final products may differ from images shown ON SALE AUGUST 2019 $150.00 US DARK NIGHTS: METAL BATMAN: THE DEVASTATOR STATUE based on art by GREG CAPULLO sculpted by JASON FRAILEY Rocking into our world from the pages of DARK NIGHTS: METAL comes a nightmarish fusion of the only two beings capable of taking on the Man of Steel—Doomsday and Batman. Meticulously crafted in polyresin, this statue captures the imposing essence of the Devastator—an all-powerful creature in which the unstoppable might of Doomsday fuses with the unmatched brains of Batman. With a skin of cragged bone and red eyes of unspeakable evil, this statue is a great addition to the collections of fans of Doomsday, Batman and METAL. • Limited to 5,000 pieces and individually numbered • Statue measures approximately 9.1" tall • Allocations may occur • Final products may differ from images shown ON SALE SEPTEMBER 2019 $130.00 US DARK NIGHTS: METAL BATMAN: THE MURDER MACHINE STATUE based on art by GREG CAPULLO sculpted by PAUL HARDING Rocking into our world from the pages of DARK NIGHTS: METAL comes a nightmarish fusion of the technological power of Cyborg and the tactical brilliance of Batman. Hailing from the Dark Multiverse, this Dark Knight was born when an all-powerful A.I. program designed by Cyborg began to misinterpret its coding to homicidal ends. Crafted from high-quality polyresin with hints of both Batman and Cyborg in the design, this deluxe statue captures the menace and mayhem expected from a character called “the Murder Machine.” • Limited to 5,000 pieces and individually numbered • Statue measures approximately 6.1" tall • Allocations may occur • Final products may differ from images shown ON SALE SEPTEMBER 2019 $85.00 US DC DESIGNER SERIES: BLACK LABEL BATMAN BY LEE BERMEJO STATUE designed by LEE BERMEJO sculpted by JEAN ST. JEAN The Joker is dead. And if Batman was involved, he can’t remember anything about it. Nothing is as it seems as the Dark Knight sinks deeper into the mysterious and paranormal side of Gotham. Bermejo’s dreamlike artwork is replicated in the real world in this meticulously crafted polyresin statue. The imposing, 1:6 scale, mysterious Batman is perfect for those who prefer the darker side of the Dark Knight. DC DESIGNER SERIES statues are based on art from the comics industry’s top creators and re-create their vision in vivid 3-D detail. • Limited to 5,000 pieces and individually numbered • Statue measures approximately 8.93" tall • Allocations may occur • Final products may differ from images shown ON SALE SEPTEMBER 2019 $150.00 US DC BOMBSHELLS: BATGIRL AND SUPERGIRL CELEBRATION STATUE designed by ANT LUCIA sculpted by TIM MILLER Action! Gadgets! Flight! BOMBSHELLS! The DC Bombshells Celebration statue has all this and more. Crafted from an illustration by Ant Lucia, this epic piece brings two of the most beloved heroes in the Bombshells universe—Batgirl and Supergirl—together at last. Cast in polyresin, the statue captures the dynamic details from Lucia’s art. • Limited to 5,000 pieces and individually numbered • Statue measures approximately 15" tall • Allocations may occur • Final products may differ from images shown ON SALE SEPTEMBER 2019 $250.00 US BATMAN BLACK & WHITE: BATMAN BY MARC SILVESTRI STATUE based on art by MARC SILVESTRI sculpted by NEOBAUHAUS Batman is famously known for his stealth and ability to go unseen. He must be quiet and subtle to succeed. However, the latest statue in the BATMAN: BLACK & WHITE line is anything but reserved. Sculpted from art by Marc Silvestri, this Batman is imposing and bold as he rests in a chair in the Batcave that feels almost thronelike. The polyresin statue captures the sinister detail of Silvestri’s cape, which was drawn with an organic texture, providing an ethereal aura to this already striking piece. • Limited to 5,000 pieces and individually numbered • Statue measures 5.9" tall • Allocations may occur • Final products may differ from images shown ON SALE SEPTEMBER 2019 $80.00 US BATMAN: BLACK & WHITE MINI FIGURE 7-PACK BOX SET THREE DC Collectibles’ longest-running line, the BATMAN BLACK & WHITE statue series has captured the hearts of collectors and comic-fans alike with its interpretations of the World’s Greatest Detective and select Gotham City characters from the industry’s brightest stars. Starting in 2019, DC Collectibles is creating an all-new offshoot of the beloved black-and-white collectibles, this time in 3.75" tall PVC figures. Released in sets of seven, including resized rereleases of some of the most popular statues in the line’s history, each set will come with six previously available mini figures plus one exclusive, never-before-released edition only available in this set. Shipping September 2019 is Box Set Three, which is priced at $40 and features figures (all figures are Batman unless otherwise noted) from: - Jim Lee - Dustin Nguyen - Mike Mignola - Sean "Cheeks" Galloway - Batman: Arkham Asylum - Jim Lee (The Joker) - And an exclusive Andy Kubert mini figure never before available in stores. • Figures measure approximately 3.75" tall • Allocations may occur • Final products may differ from images shown ON SALE SEPTEMBER 2019 $40.00 US With the exception of the Andy Kubert figure, these items will be offered in another market in individual blind bags. THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS BATMAN VS. SUPERMAN MINI BATTLE STATUE sculpted by DEREK MILLER Coming in 2019 is a new line of mini-statues, each a re-creation of one of the most popular statues from DC Collectibles history, with the same quality and detail but at a reduced scale and price. Batman and Superman are longtime allies and founding members of the Justice League, but sometimes rifts emerge and they find themselves on opposite sides. Of these showdowns, there is none more iconic than the one from the seminal BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS by the legendary Frank Miller, where an aging and heavily armored Dark Knight faces down a reluctant Man of Steel. Cast in high-quality polyresin to fully re-create this beloved clash, this ministatue will be a great addition to the collection of any Superman, Batman or DC Comics fan. • Limited to 5,000 pieces and individually numbered • Statue measures approximately 6.40" tall • Allocations may occur • Final products may differ from images shown ON SALE SEPTEMBER 2019 $150.00 US THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS A CALL TO ARMS MINI BATTLE STATUE sculpted by PHIL RAMIREZ Coming in 2019 is a new line of mini-statues, each a re-creation of one of the most popular statues from DC Collectibles history, with the same quality and detail but at a reduced scale and price. Long retired due to age and a changing world, an elder Batman makes his homecoming to the crime-ridden streets of Gotham City in the seminal BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS by Frank Miller. In this epic statue crafted from the art of the book, Batman leads the charge against a new foe, mounted atop a horse as dark as night. This high-quality mini-statue is made from polyresin, giving a rich depth of detail to both Batman and his steed. This is a must-have for fans of Batman and the Miller classic. • Limited to 5,000 pieces and individually numbered • Statue measures approximately 7.9" tall • Allocations may occur • Final products may differ from images shown ON SALE SEPTEMBER 2019 $150.00 US. DC ESSENTIALS: RED HOOD ACTION FIGURE DC ESSENTIALS is a line of 7" action figures based on DC characters with universal appeal, accessible to both longtime collectors and those just starting out. These figures deliver authentic detail from a company with two decades’ experience creating high-quality action figures. Joining the collection is the enigmatic and violent Red Hood. Once a Robin and now a vigilante outlaw, the man under the hood is extremely proficient in both weaponry and hand-to-hand combat, and this figure showcases both sides of his skills and persona. Highly poseable and with a small arsenal of weapons to equip, this Red Hood is a great addition for action figure collectors. • Figure measures 6.96" tall • Allocations may occur • Final products may differ from images shown ON SALE SEPTEMBER 2019 $26.00 US DC GALLERY: DARK KNIGHT RETURNS BATMAN COWL sculpted by ALTERTON The DC Gallery collection presents reproductions of some of the most iconic props and art from across the DC Universe. For the latest release, the team has launched a collection of Batman cowls, each representing a beloved rendition of the Dark Knight’s headgear from comics, games and much more. The latest piece in the series comes from the 1986 classic BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS. The cowl design is based on Frank Miller’s illustrations of an aging Batman; the mask is set to showcase a wider, tired and grimaced face. The design was already iconic then, and its influence has since been seen in comics, games and movies alike. • Limited to 5,000 pieces and individually numbered • Statue measures approximately 8.4" tall • Allocations may occur • Final products may differ from images shown ON SALE SEPTEMBER 2019 $90.00 US

Today I take a look at the brand new DC Essentials Shazam and Black Adam action figure 2-Pack from DC Collectibles. You can pre-order this set now at Megalopolis Toys. Check out images for this set below in our GALLERY and let us know what you think about it in the COMMENTS SECTION.

DC Collectibles continues its new line of highly articulated 7” DC Essentials comic based action figures with a second wave of figures that include Superman, Aquaman, Black Manta and Brainiac. The figures incorporate the same style of window-box packaging as the first wave. Each box is color coded and numbered to match the included figure. Superman, number 5 in the series, has a blue box. Brainiac is number 6 with a green box; Aquaman is number 7 with a orange box; and Black Manta is number 8 with a black box. The back of the packaging features another image of the figure, a bio for the DC Essentials line and a look at the other figures in the wave. It also tells us the figures were sculpted by Paul Harding. Two of the four figures in this wave, Aquaman and Black Manta feature accessories while the other two do not. Aquaman comes with a trident made of gold plastic, and Black Manta comes with two swords and a bladed weapon made from a metallic silver plastic. Aquaman’s trident is shorter than the figure, and Black Manta’s weapons fit in the non-removable backpack included with the figure. For the figures themselves, they all use the same basic muscular body as the figures in the first wave with some minor differences. Brainiac and Black Manta have the same type of boots while Superman’s are unique and Aquaman isn’t wearing any. Black Manta has a metallic silver wrist gauntlet sculpted on the right wrist and two rubber-like hoses attached from the helmet which runs to the backpack. While the paint applications on these figures are pretty basic, I like the glossy black used on Manta along with the red on the eyes and neck. The helmet is a good size with some nice sculpting detail on it with line work. Black Manta has two grip hands. Aquaman has chainmail sculpted on his shirt along with a metallic gold belt with an ‘A’ on it. I also like the metallic orange used on the shirt and the green on the pants with gloves matching nicely. The gloves are sculpted so the backs stick out at the top in a point, and he also has the fins sculpted on the back of his lower legs. He has a metallic gold color that is sculpted not just painted. The head sculpt on this figure is pretty solid overall but probably my least favorite of the four figures in the wave. Aquaman has a closed fist for the right hand and a grip for the left. Brainiac has nice sculpting detail on the head with pinkish circles on the top of his head. Except for the boots, all other aspects of the outfit are painted on and the figure features two closed fists. Superman has the best head sculpt of the four figures and one of the best I have seen on a Superman figure in some time. He has black hair with the iconic curl. The figure features the outfit from Action Comics #1000 with the red trunks. The one minor error on the figure is that they forgot to paint the belt loops red. Also, I don’t like the darker red used on the ankle joints which is noticeably different from the glossy red used on the rest of the boots. The cape on Superman which is made of a rubber-like material is a good length and hangs well on the figure. Superman has a closed fist for the right hand and an open hand for the left. Articulation is solid on all four figures including thigh swivels, double-jointed knees and elbows. I especially like how far back you can get Superman’s head back for flight poses. Black Manta has the least head movement due to the large helmet. All four figures are roughly the same height although Black Manta might be a bit taller due to the helmet. The figures are not in scale with other 6” lines like DC Icons, Marvel Legends and DC Multiverse but do match up nicely with all the older DC-based figures that DC Collectibles made before they did DC Icons. At the end of the day, while the figures aren’t perfect, I am enjoying them overall and think if you want a highly articulated DC Comic based line these are worth checking out. Look for the second wave to start hitting comic and specialty shops this week. You can pre-order these figure now from Megalopolis Toys. These figures were provided by DC Collectibles free of charge for purposes of review.

Hey everyone. I had a slew of photos that I was planning on selecting from to post with this video for the people who didn't want to sit though it but I had deleted them off of the hard drive before posting this. The video should show everything you need to see so you can make a good educated decision on whether or not you want to pick this 2-pack up for your self.

DC Collectibles continues its new DC Essentials line with Superman who is featured in the most recent costume the debuted in Action Comics #1000, the blue tights with red trunks, boots and cape. This costume also features the line work around the wrists on the sleeves as seen with the New 52 costume. The figure stands 7” tall which is a larger scale than their previous Icons line as well as other 6” Lines like Marvel Legends and DC Multiverse figures. However, these new figures do match up well with older DC Collectibles New 52 figures and even the few DC figures NECA has done. This particular figure does not have any additional accessories, a key component for this Essentials line. DC Collectibles says this decision helps keep prices down to range between $22 and $25. Something cool like the eye-heat beam effects seen with DC Collectibles Icons Death Of Superman figure would have been cool, but I understand why they are limiting accessories. This Superman has a fairly solid paint job with only two complaints. The loops on Superman's belt match the remainder of the yellow belt instead of the red portrayed in the comics. I also don’t like how visible the difference between the shade of red used on the ankle joints and the glossy red paint used on the feet and upper portion of the boots is. It almost looks like Superman is wearing socks or something. The head sculpt on the figure is very solid in my opinion. It’s actually one of the best looking head sculpts I’ve seen on a Superman figure. The hair is solid black and features the iconic hair curl. The skin tone, eyebrows and eyes have solid paint jobs, and the expression is very Superman like. The S symbol on his chest is painted and not sculpted, but it looks solid. The figure has a closed fist for the right hand and an open hand for the left. The arm length is perhaps a little too long but honestly even in a static pose it doesn’t bother me too much, and the arms work pretty well for things like flight poses. The red cape is made of that typical rubber-type material and is red on both sides. This incarnation of Superman does not feature the S symbol on it. The cape is a good length, and I think it hangs on the figure fairly well. Articulation on the figure is solid as we’ve seen with previous Essential figures. What I really like is you can get the head back thanks to a neck hinge joint for flight poses. This is something that often seems to be missing from Superman figures. You do get that gap at the crotch section which I know annoys some folks, but doesn’t bother me much. I would say that maybe DC Collectibles should consider going back to the same crotch design they were using on the more recent DC Icons figures. I think you have a good range of motion with those without the big gaps. The joints overall on this figure seem pretty tight, but the ankles are a little rubbery causing the figure to wobble a bit when trying to stand which can be annoying. Despite some complaints, I am actually really enjoying this figure and the different kind of flight poses I can achieve. That and the very solid looking head sculpt make this a great addition to anyone’s Superman figure collection. Look for this figure to hit comic and specialty shops later this month. You can pre-order it now at Megalopolis.Toys and BigBadToyStore.com. Thanks to DC Collectibles for sending this figure free of charge for purposes of review. Check out more images for this figure below in our GALLERY! as well as a Toy Talk video on it.

DC Collectibles has released info and images for their 2018 San Diego Comic Con reveals including a new Batman: The Animated Seires Batman and Batcycle set, new Aqaman Movie Statues, BTAS figures, Justice League Animated Series figures, DC Essentials and more. Check out details and images for everything down below. DC Collectibles, the award-winning line of collectibles from DC Entertainment, will make a huge splash at Comic-Con International: San Diego with exciting new statue and action figure reveals, headlined by a stunning statue series based on Warner Bros. Pictures’ highly anticipated Aquaman film, hitting theaters December 21, 2018. DC Collectibles will also expand its bestselling Batman: The Animated Series action figure line and add new artists to the company’s cutting-edge DC Artists Alley designer vinyl collection. New character additions are also planned for several of DC Collectibles’ most popular action figure and statue lines, including DC Bombshells, Batman: Black & White, DC Essentials and more. Making waves just in time for the King of Atlantis’ big-screen debut, DC Collectibles will release three new statues based on the character appearances in the upcoming Aquaman film. Jason Momoa’s Aquaman, Amber Heard’s Mera and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II’s Black Manta will be re-imagined with impeccable attention to detail as individual 12" sculptures. The statues will come aboard store shelves beginning November 2018. DC Collectibles will also add new characters to its fan-favorite Batman: The Animated Series (BTAS) action figure line and debut the company’s first-ever Batcycle, as seen in the award-winning TV series. Scaled for 6" action figures, the Batcycle measures 9.25" long and includes a variety of light-up features and two free-spinning wheels that enable the bike to turn. The double-sided display base allows fans to “park” the Batcycle in the Batcave or on the streets of Gotham City. The Batcyle set will also include one BTAS Batman action figure that features two interchangeable helmet heads, new articulation points that allow the character to “ride” the Batcycle and a poseable cape. DC Collectibles will also release new individual BTAS action figures in 2019, including Two-Face, Gray Ghost, H.A.R.D.A.C. and Scarecrow. Each character will feature unique accessories based on their appearance in the animated series. In addition to new Batman: The Animated Series action figures, DC Collectibles will also debut 6" action figures based on the Justice League animated series that aired from 2001 to 2004. The Justice League animated figures will be available exclusively for members of the DC Universe digital subscription service beginning in fall 2018. “Our animated action figures are a staple of DC Collectibles, and we’re so excited to expand the line into the Justice League animated series and add more Batman: The Animated Series characters that fans have been asking for,” said Jim Fletcher, executive creative director of DC Collectibles at DC Entertainment. “As this line continues, we are constantly challenging ourselves to think of new ways to bring the animated series to life. We hope fans enjoy giving their figures a ride on the new Batcycle and recreating their favorite scenes from the show with the intricately detailed display base.” Also in 2019, DC Collectibles will welcome two new popular artists—Joe Ledbetter and Chrissie Zullo— to the DC Artists Alley line. Both artists will bring their unique art style to the DC Universe, re-imagining some of DC’s most iconic characters as 7" designer vinyl figures. Ledbetter, known for his distinct bold lines and vibrant palette, will put his signature spin on Batman, Penguin, Catwoman and Robin. Zullo will debut her dreamy and whimsical transformations of Batgirl, Hawkgirl, Supergirl and Wonder Woman. “I’m a huge Batman fan and to have the opportunity to work with DC Collectibles on a set of Batman characters is a huge deal in my world,” said Ledbetter. “I just love the idea of a bat in a Batman suit, a penguin as the Penguin, etc. There’s something there that’s quite funny and interesting and really excites me. I like to think that these animal Batman characters inhabit a parallel universe where Gotham City is entirely populated by anthropomorphic critters, including the Caped Crusader himself. I think the fun, enthusiasm and love of Batman, Robin, Penguin and Catwoman will shine through on these designer toys and I hope they find a special place on collector’s shelves.” “Working on DC Artists Alley is a total dream come true,” said Zullo. “Not only do I get to work with the great people at DC Collectibles and an incredible sculptor, Irene Matar, but the process of seeing my drawings come to life in 3-D was so much fun and such a great collaborative experience. I knew I wanted my designs to be almost animated, full of life and able to highlight each character's personality traits, while still keeping the designs playful and confident. I think everyone who worked on this project nailed it, and I can't wait for fans to see them in person.” Ledbetter and Zullo’s DC Artists Alley figures will follow the 2018 designer vinyls illustrated by Chris Uminga, HaiNaNu “Nooligan” Saulque and Sho Murase. Fans attending San Diego Comic-Con can pick up the convention exclusive of Uminga’s DC Artists Alley Batman figure in three different variant editions at the Entertainment Earth Booth #2343 or pre-order the figures online here. On tap for 2019, DC Collectibles will release a new Bat-Family Multi-Part Statue featuring Batman, Batgirl, Robin, Nightwing and Red Hood. The statue set is designed by the award-winning DC Collectibles design team and includes the same versatile bases as the New Teen Titans Multi-Part Statue set that debuts in August 2018. Fans can display one or a few of their favorite Bat-Family characters independently, or for those wanting to own the whole set, the bases fit perfectly together to create one cohesive image. Batman is the first character to hit shelves in March 2019 and the remaining characters will be released throughout the year. Additional 2019 releases include a Batman: Black & White Batman statue based on the acclaimed BATMAN: WHITE KNIGHT artwork by Sean Murphy, new DC Essentials action figures and new character additions to the DC Bombshells and DC Cover Girls statue lines. See below for the complete list of DC Collectibles’ new lineup: Aquaman Movie statues: Aquaman Black Manta Mera DC Artists Alley Designer Vinyls: Joe Ledbetter: Batman, Penguin, Catwoman, Robin Chrissie Zullo: Batgirl, Hawkgirl, Supergirl, Wonder Woman Animated Lines: Batman: The Animated Series action figures: Two-Face, Gray Ghost, H.A.R.D.A.C., Scarecrow, Batcycle & AF set Justice League animated series action figures: Batman, Martian Manhunter, Green Lantern John Stewart, Hawkgirl, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, the Flash, Superman Bat-Family Multi-Part Statue Set: Batman Batgirl Robin Nightwing Red Hood Batman: Black & White Statues: Batman by Sean Murphy Batman by Klaus Janson DC Essentials Action Figures: Batgirl The Joker Nightwing Harley Quinn DC Bombshells Statues: Big Barda DC Cover Girls by Joëlle Jones: Mera DC Designer Series Statues: Green Lantern statue by Ivan Reis

DC Collectibles sculptor Paul Harding has shared some new in-hand images for the upcoming 7" DC Essentials Superman and Brainiac figures. You can pre-order these figures now at Megalopolis.Toys.