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Post by AdamBomb on Jul 26, 2010 19:10:09 GMT -5
 There is no other right way to start this post other than saying, OOOOOOH WHAT A RUSH!Now that's out of the way, once again I say a BIG "Thank You!" to WF member (and Moderator) Chip, for hooking me up with this action figure. If you're a newer fan, you might not know much about the Road Warriors, Hawk and Animal (known collectively as The Legion of Doom). As Hawk would say, "WELL!" - Here's you a little history lesson. These guys were the ONLY team to capture AWA, NWA, and WWF/E Tag Team Gold (at least to my knowledge). The L.O.D. were managed by Paul Ellering early on in their careers, went solo without him down the road, Hawk jumped to Japan and formed the Hell Raisers with Kensuke Sasaki (Power Warrior) for a stint, they reformed, were part of WCW, went back to WWE, eventually formed L.O.D. 2000 and were managed by Sunny, sometime after recruited Droz, then left to the indies, RETURNED AGAIN years later for a match, Hawk passed away, and then Animal returned to team with Heidenreich - and were managed by Christy Hemme. *tries to breathe*  But this Hawk, well this figure (and Animal) are both from the AWA days, or you could probably even find pictures to back up and NWA claim... either way, this is from an older era than the usual red and black attired Road Warriors from the 90's. Growing up as a wrestling fan, you could not help but fall in love with the Road Warriors, they were big, strong, looked cool as HELL, and they had this charisma that was damn near unmatched - and I'd even say it hasn't been matched in tag team wrestling since. As soon as you heard Hawk's voice say, "OH WHAT A RUSH!" - the arena's would just ERUPT.  I knew when Animal and Hawk were announced in the first series of Legends by Mattel, I'd have to get them... and then I saw pictures. I was incredibly underwhelmed... time went by, and I saw in hand pictures, and Hawk looked just AMAZING! Animal... well... yeeeeahhhh, they should have used different legs, and a different torso. This body DOES work for Hawk, but just not at all for Animal. Sorry. No dice. Mattel really did a bang up job on Hawk here. First of all, the head is just a perfect likeness, secondly the shoulder pads and the gauntlets are flat out awesome (the shoulder pads even have straps on them), and Mattel created a brand new boot mold.  The only gripe I have, is minor. The "WARRIORS" in red down the legs suffer from the knee joints... and really, it's NOT that bad at all. I mean, if that's your biggest issue... you're good. Will I pick up Animal? I don't know. I might. I doubt it though, I'd love to have him to display with Hawk, but like I said, the body is just to wrong for him in my opinion. This figure though, is totally worth $15 and some change. You get a GREAT hyper-detailed Hawk with some incredible accessories. If you see it, don't think twice about picking him up.  |
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Post by ~*Young $ Money*~ on Jul 26, 2010 19:12:32 GMT -5
Awesome review and really awesome pictures.
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Post by xxdivafreakxx on Jul 26, 2010 19:40:31 GMT -5
WOW! Your a great photographer cant wait to see the Melina and Knox. You should try to apply for Mattel photography since they cant photograph for crap but atleat they still turn out wonderful.
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Post by marino13 on Jul 26, 2010 19:51:43 GMT -5
It really is a great figure. While I agree Animal has the wrong torso it's still worth picking up just to have the set. Like you said, you couldn't help but to love those guys. But I'm actually floored by your pictures. If I was going to review you photos you would score a 9.5 outta 10. Why a .5 deduction? Lack of coed girls, sorry dude.  |
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Post by AdamBomb on Jul 26, 2010 19:54:42 GMT -5
WOW! Your a great photographer cant wait to see the Melina and Knox. You should try to apply for Mattel photography since they cant photograph for crap but atleat they still turn out wonderful. Hahaha, I REALLY want to go back to school for photography, get a job with my local news paper, use that to help build more of a portfolio (mainly in sports), and after some time, try to get on with an out of state college for sports. My main goal is to work with skateboarding magazines, or any wrestling company that could have me. Those are years down the road, and I am sure I'll have to really bust my ass to get on that level. I can dream though, right? LOL I'd LOVE to work for a toy company doing product shots too. Really, I'd take any job in photography that was offered... aside from like, police work. No thanks. ---Thanks for reading the reviews and checking out the pics too! And LMFAO @ marino13! |
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Post by Affliction: Elite Trader on Jul 26, 2010 20:00:05 GMT -5
sweet pictures man. i've had hawk and animal in my hands twice and put them back. it's only a matter of time before i get them, they're awesome. i see what you're saying about animal but i don't think i could own one without the other. it's like having cookies with no milk, haha.
on a side note adambomb, i put up some idea pics for a tattoo i'm going for this coming weekend. can't wait to be back in the seat.
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Post by Warheart on Jul 26, 2010 20:37:48 GMT -5
wuuuuuaaahhhhhhhh What a Bomb!!!!!! Bomb, I  ing love your new camera! Please tell me what kind it is and how much.. |
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Post by Mike Novak on Jul 26, 2010 20:44:32 GMT -5
Animal is the reason I have yet to pick up Hawk. I want to wait for a new pair to be released, but am afraid they won't fix that error. Which makes me consider picking these up. I'm so confused lol.
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Post by AdamBomb on Jul 26, 2010 20:44:49 GMT -5
wuuuuuaaahhhhhhhh What a Bomb!!!!!! Bomb, I ing love your new camera! Please tell me what kind it is and how much.. Hahaha, I love it too! I was on sale on Amazon - I paid $617 for the camera (as a kit w/ lens), a book on it, and another lens. I think the actualy cost was $530 when it was on sale. It's a Canon Rebel XSi (shoots 12.2mp). It's a POWERFUL entry level DSLR, I absolutely adore it. |
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Post by Warheart on Jul 26, 2010 20:49:13 GMT -5
wuuuuuaaahhhhhhhh What a Bomb!!!!!! Bomb, I ing love your new camera! Please tell me what kind it is and how much.. Hahaha, I love it too! I was on sale on Amazon - I paid $617 for the camera (as a kit w/ lens), a book on it, and another lens. I think the actualy cost was $530 when it was on sale. It's a Canon Rebel XSi (shoots 12.2mp). It's a POWERFUL entry level DSLR, I absolutely adore it. *faints* Wow, but man I bet it's ing worth it bro! Looking at that picture with Hawk and the box art just makes me want one sooo bad. One day Adam, one day  |
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Post by PJ on Jul 26, 2010 20:49:14 GMT -5
With the exception of the one pic these are without a doubt the clearest/sharpest pics I've seen on the boards of any figure. Great job.
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Post by AdamBomb on Jul 26, 2010 20:53:51 GMT -5
Hahaha, I love it too! I was on sale on Amazon - I paid $617 for the camera (as a kit w/ lens), a book on it, and another lens. I think the actualy cost was $530 when it was on sale. It's a Canon Rebel XSi (shoots 12.2mp). It's a POWERFUL entry level DSLR, I absolutely adore it. *faints* Wow, but man I bet it's ing worth it bro! Looking at that picture with Hawk and the box art just makes me want one sooo bad. One day Adam, one day I took a pocket knife that is sharp as hell, and carefully sliced the bubble off... I just, I couldn't wreck the art. I think for the Legends, I'm going to start using the artwork as a backdrop. I almost didn't want to open it at all. BEAUTIFUL artwork. ---Glad everyone enjoys the pics so much. I'm VERY happy to do it! |
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Post by slappy on Jul 26, 2010 20:55:10 GMT -5
As much as I love NWA, I will be waiting until they put LOD in red and black like they had during their WWF run.
Very nice pictures. Thank you for them.
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Post by eenyc21 on Jul 26, 2010 21:03:06 GMT -5
Great pics and review again. I love this figure, as well as the entire Legends set.
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Post by Mike Novak on Jul 26, 2010 21:07:31 GMT -5
With the exception of the one pic these are without a doubt the clearest/sharpest pics I've seen on the boards of any figure. Great job. The pic I think you are talking about is intentionally blurry on the fig and focused on the card artwork. |
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Post by Calcifer Boheme on Jul 26, 2010 22:24:53 GMT -5
I don't think animal is that bad really, he was a little thinner during that time period. Besides, if you leave the pads on , it's barely noticeable.
But either way, I love these figures and can't wait to own them soon myself.
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Post by AdamBomb on Jul 26, 2010 22:52:03 GMT -5
I don't think animal is that bad really, he was a little thinner during that time period. Besides, if you leave the pads on , it's barely noticeable. But either way, I love these figures and can't wait to own them soon myself. My main issue are the legs on him though... just too long and skinny. That's what turns me off to it. |
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Post by redypiper on Jul 27, 2010 1:32:32 GMT -5
thanks for the review.
incredible, pic dude.
i wish you'd review all the legends
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Post by AdamBomb on Jul 27, 2010 1:53:39 GMT -5
thanks for the review. incredible, pic dude. i wish you'd review all the legends I certainly will be reviewing more and more Legends!  |
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Post by The Stranger on Jul 27, 2010 4:31:43 GMT -5
YES, so glad your reviewing Legends. Mattel is perfecting their craft with this line, by the looks of it. Hawk looks tremendous, and looks to be the standout in Series 1. Great review, and even better pictures. Holy crap, that camera could catch a fly taking a dump. It's excellent quality. Thanks for posting, AB. I hope to see more Legend reviews!  |
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