DC Universe Classics - New Waves

[Spitfire]

The Giganta wave just hit and Chemo is coming soon. I've collected from all the waves and I have to say this new wave is skimping. The BAF of Giganta seems underwhelming for how massive she's supposed to be. One figure came with a base for her, which I thought was lame. Another came with her crotch and head, I seem to remember when those came attached to the torso. I like almost every figure in the line so I might go all out and get them all.

As of right now I have Gentleman Ghost, Yellow Parademon, Modern Dr. fate, and Hawkgirl. As much as I loved these characters and their looks I feel they've dropped in quality a bit. The articulation is still very good but the figures arms and legs aren't as thick. Also the paint seems more basic. It doesn't have the same feel to it that the others do.

See how he looks here


Well here's what he really looks like


I just think it's weak they didn't keep them looking as nice as they did in the promo pictures. I think them being so shiny makes them look less like collectors items and more like just plain toys.

Anyone else have these? What do you think of them?

[scar1321]

I'm all caught up with what I want except 8. Did you get yours online or at a retail store?

With 8 all I plan on buying is Hawkgirl, and Gentleman Ghost. Hopefully I can find all the other Giganta pieces without having to buy the other figures.

[Spitfire]

I had to get mine all online. The Dr. Fate Modern and Parademon (yellow) were sold out pre-orders at a lot of stores so I expect them to be a little harder to nab.

[Dark 5cythe]

I picked this up about 4 months ago. I didnt care for most of the characters. I just wanted hawkgirl, giganta, and Dr Fate (modern) and the green parademon so i sold off everyone else.

I dont think the wave was underwhelming. It was more "hardcore". Alot of lesser known characters.

The giganta is really cool I thought. very posable, very attractive/good sculpt, and a great size figure. certainly much cooler than chemo.

[Spitfire]

How did you get the figures that long ago they just came out this month?

I don't read many DC comics, just some Batman trades, and I knew who everyone was just from watching Justice League. The only one I didn't know was Commander Steel.

I think she looks nice in the promo pictures but the parts I have seem to have the same half ass'd paint job the rest of the toys in the line have. I find that the most disappointing aspect of the series. I also like Chemo's look. He isn't out yet, August I think, but I can't wait to get him. There's a lot of characters I want in his series.

[Dark 5cythe]

Originally Posted by Spitfire

How did you get the figures that long ago they just came out this month?

I don't read many DC comics, just some Batman trades, and I knew who everyone was just from watching Justice League. The only one I didn't know was Commander Steel.

I think she looks nice in the promo pictures but the parts I have seem to have the same half ass'd paint job the rest of the toys in the line have. I find that the most disappointing aspect of the series. I also like Chemo's look. He isn't out yet, August I think, but I can't wait to get him. There's a lot of characters I want in his series.

They just came out for SOME people. I guess i take that for granted. We have a wholesale account so i get alot of this way early (Im a dealer at a toy show on weekends)

I should have chemo's wave next month. Ill be sure to put up pictures. Yeah im looking forward to alot of that wave.

I can take pictures of Giganta if you want to see them. My giganta has alot of muscle airbrushing highlights which really makes her look nice and detailed i thought. I mean, shes ony wearing a leopard dress lol, how much paint do you want? The face is nicely painted though. I wish she had better articulation in her wrists though.

[Wes]

Originally Posted by Dark 5cythe

They just came out for SOME people.

And they'll never come out for others -- of the 8 waves of DCUC thus far, I've only seen three of them in their entirety... and only Wave 1 was all in stock at any given store. I'd love to have a Giganta, but that's just not seeming realistic unless I shell out $100+ to order the wave online. Can't afford that, man.

It's frustrating enough that some of my toy comics are taking on a slightly anti-Mattel slant...

[Dark 5cythe]

Originally Posted by Wes

And they'll never come out for others -- of the 8 waves of DCUC thus far, I've only seen three of them in their entirety... and only Wave 1 was all in stock at any given store. I'd love to have a Giganta, but that's just not seeming realistic unless I shell out $100+ to order the wave online. Can't afford that, man.

It's frustrating enough that some of my toy comics are taking on a slightly anti-Mattel slant...

Actually at the shop we have Giganta herself for 50 bucks. I know its a little high but its there if you or anyone wants it.

[Wes]

Well, at the moment I'm still hoping that I'll see at least a few of the figures in stores -- after which point I'll set out to trade fodder and whatnot for the remaining pieces -- but the suggestion is appreciated! Do you have a link to the store, Dark 5cythe, or is it not online?

I'm also considering just getting the Giganta head and then trying to track down a random 12" female body to stick it on.

[Dark 5cythe]

Originally Posted by Wes

Well, at the moment I'm still hoping that I'll see at least a few of the figures in stores -- after which point I'll set out to trade fodder and whatnot for the remaining pieces -- but the suggestion is appreciated! Do you have a link to the store, Dark 5cythe, or is it not online?

I'm also considering just getting the Giganta head and then trying to track down a random 12" female body to stick it on.

My store is not online unfortunetly. And sites sell them well above retail if you dont buy the case set.
For anyone looking for them loose, I can get those as well.

[Newton Gimmick]

Giganta will end up on Ebay for well under $50. If you really need her Wes, I'd go that route. Just have some patience.

The DCUC C&Cs go for cheap after a while. You can find them cheaper than most regular 2K3 TMNT figures!

[Wes]

Whaaaat! Considering that I routinely snag those for $3-5 a pop (well, $8-10ish after shipping), I find that hard to believe! But yes, patience... patience. With only two LoD members to go, I'm getting exceedingly anxious to finish the team.

It's too bad there isn't a DCD Giganta out there.

[Newton Gimmick]

Well, I tend to find the 2K3 figures priced at around $20+ lately. Not that they sell at that mind you.

[Spitfire]

Originally Posted by Dark 5cythe

They just came out for SOME people. I guess i take that for granted. We have a wholesale account so i get alot of this way early (Im a dealer at a toy show on weekends)

That's very cool!

I should have chemo's wave next month. Ill be sure to put up pictures. Yeah im looking forward to alot of that wave.

Hey that would be awesome, can't wait. I'm looking forward to the Super Friends style Mantis and the updated Deadshot.

I can take pictures of Giganta if you want to see them. My giganta has alot of muscle airbrushing highlights which really makes her look nice and detailed i thought. I mean, shes ony wearing a leopard dress lol, how much paint do you want? The face is nicely painted though. I wish she had better articulation in her wrists though.

It's the kind of paint they used. Mainly on the main figures but it doesn't match the test pictures. It's shiny and reflective, not flat, so it's less detailed in my opinion. Like the picture I posted.

I'm also considering just getting the Giganta head and then trying to track down a random 12" female body to stick it on.

Let me know if you wanna buy mine off me.

If anyone needs any BAF parts let me know I have a bunch I will most likely never use. I'll also trade. I'm looking for Sentential parts.

[scar1321]

Originally Posted by Spitfire

If anyone needs any BAF parts let me know I have a bunch I will most likely never use. I'll also trade. I'm looking for Sentential parts.

That's cool!

I could use

Metallo:
Right Leg

Atom Smasher
Right Arm

Giganta:
Right Arm
Middle Torso
Left Leg Right Leg

And here's what I have

[VaughnMichael]

I need a Metallo left arm if anyone has it.

[Spitfire]

This needs it's own topic I think.