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Title: DC Universe Infinite Heroes
Post by: Brian on February 18, 2008, 09:50 AM
It looks like Mattel has a pretty expansive 3 3/4" line coming up as well, known as Infinite Heroes (http://www.wizarduniverse.com/021708nytfdcuniverse.html).  They don't look quite as detailed as the larger figures, but seem to be decently articulated and include figures like Commissioner Gordon right off the bat.
Title: Re: DC Universe Infinite Heroes
Post by: JediJman on February 18, 2008, 09:46 PM
It looks like Mattel has a pretty expansive 3 3/4" line coming up as well, known as Infinite Heroes (http://www.wizarduniverse.com/021708nytfdcuniverse.html).  They don't look quite as detailed as the larger figures, but seem to be decently articulated and include figures like Commissioner Gordon right off the bat.

I had heard of this, but didn't get any details - thanks for the post!  Not bad, though I won't be buying many with Marvel doing the same thing. 

Speaking of DC news - we had the Bat-Cycle from the new Batman movie on display at work today.  It was roped off, but they let kids hop on and take pictures.  Apparently it is THE real cycle from the new Dark Knight movie.  Pretty impressive, thhough I don't know how you would turn with those fat tires.
Title: Re: DC Universe Infinite Heroes
Post by: Brian on February 20, 2008, 09:37 AM
Just reading on TNI about the 4" DC line, and it says that the figures shown at Toy Fair are early prototypes, most figures will have 6-10 points of articulation, and will have prices of $5 for singles to $15 for 3 packs.  The line is planned to include heroes, villains, civilians, army builders, and pretty much anything else in the DCU.  Could be interesting.
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Brian on June 6, 2008, 09:32 AM
TNI (http://toynewsi.com/news.php?catid=10&itemid=13040) has pics up of some of the upcoming "Infinite Heroes" line (3 3/4" scale).  Not sure if this is the first wave of singles/three packs or not, but I think its some of the first figure.  They look like pretty "simple" figures, but it should allow for a pretty broad lineup (and maybe cheaper prices).  I think I'll stick with DCUC though.
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: efranks on June 6, 2008, 10:31 AM
They do look kind of basic don't they?  They almost look like bootlegs or the cheap Lanard figures that you can get at Wal-Mart.

They aren't bad, however.  After all, even though I don't collect them, I'm a huge fan of the JLU figures and the style they use.  I think I was just hoping for a little more "realism" in their sculpting so that they'd fit in with the Indy or GI Joe or even Star Wars figures a little better. 

It would be cool to have Guy Gardner sitting in the back of the Cantina or Commissioner Gordon facing down the Joes that were after Batman.  Plus, custom fodder.  And if Marvel ever does a 3.75" line of superheroes, it would rock to have Superman face off against Wolverine.

   E...
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Morgbug on June 6, 2008, 10:52 AM
Right scale, too late.  I'd have loved to have done these and Marvel legends in the 3.75 scale, but I've got too much in the larger line so I'll pass on these.  Interesting to see that the Flash figure is pretty well done, something I won't say about any of the larger DC figures to this point.  Given we won't see a Flash in DCUC until at least wave 6, that's a major disappointment.  
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: ctonra on June 7, 2008, 05:28 PM
I keep looking at that gordon figure and seeing a great decker custom
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: JediJman on June 7, 2008, 11:24 PM
Thought I might get suckered into a bit of this line, but I don't want any of those characters.  ;D
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: ctonra on June 9, 2008, 12:43 PM
I don't know about a 100% buy in on this 3 3/4 line due to the large amount of obscure characters,  I am deffenatly picking up all the major players, Green Arrow, Green Lantern (Hal and Guy)  Hawkman, Superman, Bizarro, Batgirl, SuperGirl, Atom, Shazam, Black Canary, Batman, Powergirl,   
And hopefully the future will be bright and bring me Firestorm, Booster Gold, Blue Beetle, Fire, Ice, Hawk, Dove, Wonderwoman, Nightwing, Hawkgirl, Capt. Adam, Many many more GLs  and so on and so on.
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Jeff on July 24, 2008, 01:23 AM
DC Infinite Heroes Target Exclusive Green Lantern 6-Pack?   :o

"Glowy" Hal Jordan
John Stewart
Guy Gardner
Weaponeer of Quard
Manhunter Robot
battle damaged Manhunter Robot

I can't wait to see that...  :)
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Mikey D on July 24, 2008, 07:41 AM
DC Infinite Heroes Target Exclusive Green Lantern 6-Pack?   :o

"Glowy" Hal Jordan
John Stewart
Guy Gardner
Weaponeer of Quard
Manhunter Robot
battle damaged Manhunter Robot

I can't wait to see that...  :)

Right here (http://i.toynewsi.com/g/index.php?mode=view&album=2008_SDCC%2FPreview_Night%2FMattel%2FDCU+Infinite+Heroes&pic=363.jpg&dispsize=800&start=0)
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: DarkKnight2k4 on July 24, 2008, 07:48 AM
Looking good. Need more room !
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Jeff on July 24, 2008, 09:32 AM
Right here (http://i.toynewsi.com/g/index.php?mode=view&album=2008_SDCC%2FPreview_Night%2FMattel%2FDCU+Infinite+Heroes&pic=363.jpg&dispsize=800&start=0)

Thanks!  Looks like the sign says it's TRU excluisve, but I read it was for Target at AFI (http://www.actionfigureinsider.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=11576&start=15).  Oh well, whatever.  Makes me glad I passed on Guy the other day, I'll just wait for the this box set then.  :)

The quality issues I saw the other day has me heistent to jump into this line but the more I look at the character selection, the more I want to buy this line.   ::)

Another big problem I have with Mattel is the way these figures are packed (with duplicates in the multi-packs right off the bat) makes it hard to know which to buy as singles and which to wait and grab in a multi-pack.  I really don't want to end up with 15 Batmen, but I know it's going to happen.  :-\

Maybe I'll have to wait for someone at Fwoosh/AFI/etc to put together a checklist so I can see how I want to go about this and try to minimize spending...  or maybe I'll use the Canadian "buy it cheap next year when some guy is dumping his collection" method.
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Brian on July 24, 2008, 09:58 AM
Our local Target had the three packs in stock yesterday, so I grabbed the Flash/Mirror Master/Weather Wizard pack since it looked pretty nice (good paint, etc.).  They also had the Gordon/Gotham SWAT pack.  I have to admit that I'm slightly tempted by this line as well, although it is nowhere near the quality of DCUC (which I also collect).  I guess the fact that they are smaller scale (easier to store, afford, display) and fairly inexpensive (especially in the 3 for $10 packs) make them appealing.  I might just pick up a few, but again, we'll see.  If it has to be one line or the other, I'll lean towards the DCUC line most definitely.  I also might "wait and see" and grab the multi-packs since they turn out to be a pretty good deal overall.
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Morgbug on July 24, 2008, 12:53 PM
... so I grabbed the Flash/Mirror Master/Weather

Can you stretch that out into six inch scale by heating them?  I want a Flash figure in the six inch scale people.   :'(
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Jeff on July 24, 2008, 02:43 PM
OK, I'm trying to figure this all out...  If I did my math right, there are over 40 different unique characters shown so far for the Infinite Heroes line... and that's only what we've seen, with more to be revealed after the DC Panel.  This is a LOT of DC goodness! 

I'm excited and hesitent at the same time... sort of like I was with Indy. 

Yes or no?  Buy or stay away?  What's a good DCU fanboy to do?   ???   :-\
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Brian on July 24, 2008, 03:04 PM
OK, I'm trying to figure this all out...  If I did my math right, there are over 40 different unique characters shown so far for the Infinite Heroes line... and that's only what we've seen, with more to be revealed after the DC Panel.  This is a LOT of DC goodness! 

I'm excited and hesitent at the same time... sort of like I was with Indy. 

Yes or no?  Buy or stay away?  What's a good DCU fanboy to do?   ???   :-\

I've always been impressed with your ability to resist so many of the nice lines that are out there these days Jeff.  I'm not near the DCU fanboy as you, and I keep buying in to these lines they put out (DCUC, and now maybe Infinite Heroes).  I should really just buy one or the other, so I'm trying to decide what to do (or severely limit one over the other).  The DCUC line is just so well done so far, but the Infinite Heroes line is appealing due to the price, selection, and the whole space/display issue.

You're right though, that is a lot of DC goodness, and they seem to be really backing this line so far.  Like I mentioned earlier, I picked up the Flash 3 pack yesterday, and I'm not disappointed at all.  Sure, it isn't the detail level as the 6" line, but they are pretty nice (and small) and the right price for someone like me.  I haven't decided where to go from here, but I'm sure I'll try to at least grab my other favorites (Batman, Nightwing, Robin...well, all the Batman stuff will be tempting), and some of the main JLA - but the whole line is kind of tempting.  Especially if they get into vehicles/playsets/etc.
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Morgbug on July 24, 2008, 03:19 PM
If I were a DC Fanboy, I'd be buying in.  Since I'm not, I doubt I'll buy anything in this scale.  As with ML, I'd have completely preferred the 3.75" scale for the figures, but that's not what came out first and I'm not going back over everything again.  Had they started at this scale and ML had done the same, then it's a no brainer.  Mixing scales makes for bad juju. 

If I were Jeff, I'd continue doing what I've always done - buy the GL related stuff and leave it at that.  You're looking at 100 figures easy by the time this thing goes through a couple of years.  Higher prices, more time hunting and another $1000 into toys.  Uh.....

The good side is you've got the boys and they'll likely pick up on the habit or at least on the toys.  So worst case scenario is you're dealing with your own scenario back in the 1980s where you play with everything to the point of wearing it out after you hand these over to the boys.  That's not a bad investment and a nice out if you decide to get rid of them.  They're for the boys honey, no, really.
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Brian on July 24, 2008, 03:59 PM
I was taking a look at this thread (http://www.thefwoosh.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=51573&start=15) at the Fwoosh, and there is a link in there that someone found to look around Mattel's new store.  It looks like there is a DCUC Starfire/Adam Strange two pack that will be available (pics are there).  Unrelated, you can also see pics of the first couple MOTU Classics figures.

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That was the excuse when I bought the 3.75" Batman/Joker pack and $10 Tumbler at Target last week...

I actually picked those up as well.  I always wanted a version of the Tumbler (love that vehicle), and never pulled the trigger on the larger one from the Batman Begins line.  I thought ten bucks wasn't too bad to have this version, and then decided later on I needed a Batman to go with it so I grabbed that too.  Again, like Infinite Heroes, a pretty inexpensive toy line so it didn't sting quite as badly.  The wife isn't quite as excited when "non Star Wars" stuff comes into the house though :).
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Morgbug on July 24, 2008, 04:04 PM
If she's even remotely excited when Star Wars stuff comes in the house, she's a total keeper anyway.  The grief associated with the non-SW stuff is worth it then. 

My wife tolerates my habit (and, well, me) so if your wife is finding some of it cool, that's great. 
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Brian on July 24, 2008, 04:10 PM
If she's even remotely excited when Star Wars stuff comes in the house, she's a total keeper anyway.  The grief associated with the non-SW stuff is worth it then. 

My wife tolerates my habit (and, well, me) so if your wife is finding some of it cool, that's great. 

No, you're right completely.  My wife tolerates my habit (and me, as well), and has always been great about things.  I can't complain at all.  I know I start to push the limits a little more the more room it starts taking up, and the more lines that start making their way into our house.  I don't necessarily blame her for saying anything, because I guess it is silly at times that I buy more and more "toys".  Things would be easier on me too if I could just stick to Star Wars, but that just hasn't worked out quite that way yet.  I should just listen to her and stay away ;).  There's just too many nice lines out there these days it seems (Star Wars, Indy, Joes, ML, DCUC, and now MOTU Classics).  Yikes.
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Brian on October 16, 2008, 11:54 AM
Just as a heads up - for anyone interested in the Infinite Heroes line, I noticed that our local Target had these on "temporary price cut" down to $3.99 each.  They aren't on the same level as other action figure lines out there, but not a bad deal for a figure these days.  I've kind of been on the fence with this line, its much more budget/display friendly, but the DCUC line is just so much higher in quality it seems.  I've grabbed the Flash pack, and the Gordon 3 pack, but that's it.  I'll probably get the Bats/Gotham based ones, and we'll see from there.  Some look pretty good (Flash), and some look a little bit iffy with large-ish hands and such.  Anyways, for those interested, you might want to check your Target for the singles for $4 deal.  On an opposite note, the 3 packs seemed to have increased in price at our store to closer to $17 (they were $9.99).
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Jeff on October 16, 2008, 02:38 PM
On an opposite note, the 3 packs seemed to have increased in price at our store to closer to $17 (they were $9.99).

Yeah, my local Target finally got in some 3-packs and I was considering grabbing the Gordon/SWAT set, but then I saw the new $16.99 price.   ::)

At the $10 price I was considering picking up a few 3-packs (GL, Bat themed sets), but for $17 I'd rather have two new SW figures instead.   :P
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Brian on October 16, 2008, 04:36 PM
At the $10 price I was considering picking up a few 3-packs (GL, Bat themed sets), but for $17 I'd rather have two new SW figures instead.   :P

That's kind of how I feel too.  It seems like all the toys/collectibles are getting more and more expensive these days, and lines like these (that were actually somewhat bargains) are climbing even higher as well.  Its hard to know what you can buy these days and feel like you are getting what you're paying for.  I wonder what the breaking point will be for collectors with these lines - how high can prices get before more and more say "alright, I'm out".  On the subject of this line, like Jeff, I was more tempted when these were $5 and $10, respectively - and it was sort of a cheap "side line".  Heck, getting 3 figures for $10 seemed like a heck of a deal when GH two packs are hitting $8 now, but that's all changing.  I'd be curious to read where many of you think the action figure/collectible market is headed in the next couple years.  It seems like we're seeing more and more collectors get burnt out, prices continue to get higher, more lines seem to be taking up the one or two aisles than ever before - anyways, I guess that's another topic though.
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: Morgbug on October 16, 2008, 04:39 PM
Well, you've got the price part down.  Once they stop stocking the toys and make them impossible to find, you'll officially be Canadians.   :P
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: JediJman on October 16, 2008, 08:46 PM
I STILL STILL STILL think the price increases on this stuff is outrageous.  I have no idea who manages pricing for these things, but they obviously have no idea what they're doing.  I help analyze pricing impact for CPG products and you would NEVER see food products take a 50% increase or more.  Do they honestly think that things like raising Marvel Legends from $10 to $15 won't have a big impact on sales!?  Sure, you'll still get some diehards, but not enough to support a line from what I've seen.  They'd be far better off raising the price something lower like 5-10% each year or growing by a buck with ever other wave.  Gradual pricing is expected, but these massive jumps in price just make you instantly feel like you're getting screwed. 
Title: DC Universe Classics
Post by: JohnH on October 16, 2008, 08:54 PM
I've been meaning to buy the 3-packs to shoot for our Toy Database but never jumped on them.  After getting the standard figures i was ready to grab them and was appalled to see the outrageous price increase.  ****....they weren't even selling at $9.99, do they really think they'll fly off the shelves at $16.99?

Guess I'll hope for a decrease or get them for $11.99 at TRU.

John
Title: Re: DC Universe Infinite Heroes
Post by: Jeff on July 5, 2010, 10:19 PM
When this line hit, I hated it.  I was so disappointed at the quality.  Bad sculpts and bad articulation = easy pass for me.  But now...   :-\

In the midst of this Star Wars drought, I picked up the newest DCIH Batman figure.  Oh, you sweet, sweet, SA Batman - ball-joint shoulders, ball-joint elbows, cut wrists, ball-joint hips, cut-thighs, ball-joint knees, ball-joint ankles, ball-joint head.

Oh man.  If the newest figures they are cranking out are all as nice as Batman, I think I'm IN for the JLA "big 7" at the least.  I've got Batman and I'm totally eyeing the 2010 SDCC 5-Pack (http://www.comic-con.org/cci/cci_exclusives.php?company=mattel) of SA JLAers - Aquaman, Barry, Hal, WW, and Martian Manhunter... with big-ass Starro.   :o  If I grab that, I'd just need to grab an SA Superman and I could move on to the B-level JLAers.   :-X

(http://www.jedidefender.com/jsmentek/photos/mattel13.jpg)
Title: Re: DC Universe Infinite Heroes
Post by: Brian on July 6, 2010, 12:25 PM
I haven't paid much attention to this line for awhile now, because as you mentioned Jeff, the quality has just been so sub-par (at least on the earlier stuff).  I may have to check the stores for this new Batman you're talking about though.  I have one of the earlier ones, but it sounds like this one may be different.  It sort of bugs me that these are a fair amount shorter than other lines (like Marvel Universe, Star Wars, or Joes), but some of them are kind of neat.  I picked up a handful of them on various clearances over the past couple years, and I think I have Batman, Nightwing, Green Lantern, Superman, Flash, Green Arrow, and the Joker from the previous waves.  I agree, that Starro pack does look cool.
Title: DC Universe '75 Years of Super Power' line in Australia
Post by: 501ST on July 21, 2010, 08:03 PM
Found these today at Big W and I assume a sub-line (maybe a new line altogether) ??? from the DC Infinities line.

Guy Gardner:

(http://i33.servimg.com/u/f33/15/13/73/31/22072010.jpg) (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=133&u=15137331)

Deathstroke:

(http://i33.servimg.com/u/f33/15/13/73/31/22072011.jpg) (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=134&u=15137331)

Black Adam:

(http://i33.servimg.com/u/f33/15/13/73/31/22072012.jpg) (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=135&u=15137331)

Mr Terrific:

(http://i33.servimg.com/u/f33/15/13/73/31/22072013.jpg) (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=136&u=15137331)

I bought the Batman (only one of him there too)

(http://i33.servimg.com/u/f33/15/13/73/31/batman10.jpg) (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=131&u=15137331)
Title: Re: DC Universe Infinite Heroes
Post by: Jeff on July 21, 2010, 08:09 PM
Yes, those are the newest wave of DC Infinite Heroes.  Last year celebrated Crisis on Infinite Earths, this year is celebrating 75 years of DC.
Title: Re: DC Universe Infinite Heroes
Post by: JediJman on July 21, 2010, 08:25 PM
Found these today at Big W and I assume a sub-line (maybe a new line altogether) ??? from the DC Infinities line.

They have been out at Target for a while now.  I toyed with the idea of getting a Batman, but haven't pulled the trigger yet.

Yes, those are the newest wave of DC Infinite Heroes.  Last year celebrated Crisis on Infinite Earths, this year is celebrating 75 years of DC.

Wow, DC does a lot celebrating for having such a mediocre line... ;D
Title: Re: DC Universe Infinite Heroes
Post by: Greedo The Green Menace on July 21, 2010, 09:59 PM
The articulation is better but I still think the sculpting is mediocre for the most part. I picked up a Martian Manhunter with the new articulation a short while back, and while he looks decent enough, he just feels brittle, like he's gonna fall apart if I look at him wrong. The joints are all very loose. Mattel needs to work on their QC so badly.
Title: Re: DC Universe Infinite Heroes
Post by: Jeff on July 24, 2010, 12:10 AM
Oh man.  If the newest figures they are cranking out are all as nice as Batman, I think I'm IN for the JLA "big 7" at the least. 

Ha.  Flash forward 2 weeks and SDCC reveals that this line is pretty much on it's last legs...  oh well, I'll just keep my lone Batman at my desk and if I manage to nab a Starro pack, cool.  If no, thats cool too. :P
Title: Re: DC Universe Infinite Heroes
Post by: 501ST on July 24, 2010, 02:28 AM
Found these today at Big W and I assume a sub-line (maybe a new line altogether) ??? from the DC Infinities line.

They have been out at Target for a while now.  I toyed with the idea of getting a Batman, but haven't pulled the trigger yet.

Not in Australia they've not been.
Title: Re: DC Universe Infinite Heroes
Post by: Brian on July 24, 2010, 10:53 AM
Oh man.  If the newest figures they are cranking out are all as nice as Batman, I think I'm IN for the JLA "big 7" at the least. 

Ha.  Flash forward 2 weeks and SDCC reveals that this line is pretty much on it's last legs...  oh well, I'll just keep my lone Batman at my desk and if I manage to nab a Starro pack, cool.  If no, thats cool too. :P

I was sort of wondering about that, as there didn't seem to be much in the way of pics/info on these from what I've looked at from SDCC.  I wonder if it is pretty much done then, and if they will try another 3 3/4"-4" scale line - or just stick to 6".
Title: Re: DC Universe Infinite Heroes
Post by: EpicGon on October 24, 2010, 11:44 PM
the figures are slimmer than 6 inches line (in proportion) they appeal more to the early 80īs comics, more the style of the Batman in grey and blue uniform.

the shots give the impression that these figures stand on a one shoulder wide stance, not with the legs wide open, that can make see them kinda short.
Title: Re: DC Universe Infinite Heroes
Post by: evenflow on October 25, 2010, 01:04 PM
If they were in scale with Marvel Universe figures I would probably pick a few up, despite not being very good. They are too small though.