kinnikuman
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Post by kinnikuman on Aug 5, 2020 10:52:33 GMT -5
I haven't tried heating up an AEW head yet. But the AEW "ball" is smaller than the Mattel ball. I was able to take mine off without heating up first, but that might just be mine. Don't wanna ruin your fig. lol Oh, I mean heating it up to put it on a Mattel since the hole is too small. Yes, all AEW parts pop right off.
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Robz PippinRoad
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Post by Robz PippinRoad on Aug 5, 2020 11:44:31 GMT -5
What is the articulation like? I found Mattel figures varied wildly from "the best" to "can barely move at all" on some figures The arms can be stubborn in placing them "flat to the body" but other than that ... they blow Mattel out of the water. From the head, to torso, wrists, to waist, to feet it's all better. The thighs are a bit annoying on the YB. I feel they go against the body much more smoothly naturally than elites particularly for example your random AJ Styles fig w the stubborn left shoulder type elites i think once in awhile you may just have to spin the shoulder in the correct direction but once you do it seems good to go
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Post by Robz PippinRoad on Aug 5, 2020 11:47:54 GMT -5
Are they scaled accurately? I guess they’re all average sized guys, but Cody would be slightly taller than the rest. Scale seems very good bucks are smaller particularly Matt cody is technically the tallest omega like mentioned looks taller due to his puffy curls Jericho scales well w them the individual physiques is cool too
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Post by Yayo on Aug 5, 2020 11:52:28 GMT -5
I only have Jericho until my others get here, but I concur what many have said about these figures blowing Mattel’s out of the water. The articulation and overall feeling of the figure is so nice in hand compared to the often stiff/feel like it’ll break feel that so many Mattel’s have nowadays. Also the torso is so much more seamless than Mattel’s elites and even some of their ultimates outside Lesnar. It’s insane that these figures have the same articulation (and executed better) than the Ultimates at $10 cheaper.
I can’t wait for the skin tones to be fixed in Series 2, because that’s my only real flaw with Jericho, other than I’m not in love with how his hair lays in the front. Looks better on the bubbly Jericho, which I don’t have, but it’s not enough to hurt it for me
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Robz PippinRoad
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Post by Robz PippinRoad on Aug 5, 2020 14:39:16 GMT -5
I only have Jericho until my others get here, but I concur what many have said about these figures blowing Mattel’s out of the water. The articulation and overall feeling of the figure is so nice in hand compared to the often stiff/feel like it’ll break feel that so many Mattel’s have nowadays. Also the torso is so much more seamless than Mattel’s elites and even some of their ultimates outside Lesnar. It’s insane that these figures have the same articulation (and executed better) than the Ultimates at $10 cheaper. Yeah you can close your eyes and open any of the first wave and to the touch just know your handling a quality action figure i was going through a few elites today and you can see where these are going to be very popular w kids , pic fed and or fig fed fans especially as the roster grows and they gain some steam and word of mouth and in the meantime mixing w Mattel there’s obviously such a vast amount of elites over ten years but arguably only a tier or two full of those have that nice smooth feel to them say a Kevin Owens , Cedric Alexander , Seth Rollins , Luke Harper 35 etc to name a handfull that when you have them in hand they just stand out from the others in that regard not counting the Ultimates of which Brock and or Ronda reign supreme in articulation Mattel wise I imagine Double jointed elbow Elites are coming faster than we think Now Unrivaled Series 1 has come out guns Blazing articulation wise Just a Great New to market competitor product which’s impact should only help raise the level of figures we see heading forward Across the board
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Robz PippinRoad
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Post by Robz PippinRoad on Aug 5, 2020 15:58:15 GMT -5
Also For anyone opening these be careful on your young bucks my nick actually had his plastic between his cape and jacket actually sewed to the material by accident so don’t just grip n rip double check It wasn’t a big deal because thankfully but could have cause a tear if not Because as cool as the jackets are the 🧵 is delicate
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Post by Deleted on Aug 5, 2020 16:02:37 GMT -5
Also For anyone opening these be careful on your young bucks my nick actually had his plastic between his cape and jacket actually sewed to the material by accident so don’t just grip n rip double check It wasn’t a big deal because thankfully but could have cause a tear if not Because as cool as the jackets are the 🧵 is delicate Good advice. Thanks.
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#Heel
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Post by #Heel on Aug 5, 2020 17:50:27 GMT -5
Thanks for the review Bill Miekina.
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Post by Odafin Tutuola on Aug 5, 2020 17:57:43 GMT -5
I can't wait to get these in my hands. I haven't been this excited about figures since when Elite Series 1
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Post by Yambag Jones on Aug 5, 2020 20:37:33 GMT -5
So far I have Bubbly Jericho, Cody, & Omega. Skin color isn’t great, but it’s being fixed by the next set. I have 2 issues with these. The rubber doesn’t connect well (Omega’s jacket & Cody’s belt) and the stomach material can get damaged easily and needs to be fixed immediately.
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Robz PippinRoad
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Post by Robz PippinRoad on Aug 5, 2020 22:22:31 GMT -5
So far I have Bubbly Jericho, Cody, & Omega. Skin color isn’t great, but it’s being fixed by the next set. I have 2 issues with these. The rubber doesn’t connect well (Omega’s jacket & Cody’s belt) and the stomach material can get damaged easily and needs to be fixed immediately. Any pics of damage ?
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Post by Odafin Tutuola on Aug 6, 2020 0:57:03 GMT -5
When ever the I get these in, to save the packaging I am going to cut around the outer bubble and pull the plastic that holes the figure. I wish they went with a different way of the packaging. I just can't wait to get these in my damn hands.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2020 3:26:20 GMT -5
What is the articulation like? I found Mattel figures varied wildly from "the best" to "can barely move at all" on some figures The arms can be stubborn in placing them "flat to the body" but other than that ... they blow Mattel out of the water. From the head, to torso, wrists, to waist, to feet it's all better. The thighs are a bit annoying on the YB. Thats great to hear - i was a big fan of the elites but certain movements were impossible or really "restrictive" when trying to get certain people to do certain moves for example. I remember a Rollins figure that was super articulate, which was awesome, but then I had a goldust elite that it's legs barely moved - it was just frustrating.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2020 3:27:23 GMT -5
Can i also request, if anybody has the time, can we see some pictures of the AEW figures wearing/with WWE elite belts?
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Post by MrOrange100 on Aug 6, 2020 5:48:10 GMT -5
After watching some reviews on Youtube I decided to pass on this series, with the possible exception of the Young Bucks. I'm not the biggest AEW fan and the skin tones really bug me. They are too pale and some of the figures chests and stomachs don't match. In my opinion the current skin tones make the figures look cheap and they throw off the likenesses. Obviously, they don't look great when mixed in with the Mattel figures either. Overall, it's a good start and I'll definitely be getting the Lucha Brothers when Series 2 comes out.
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Robz PippinRoad
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Post by Robz PippinRoad on Aug 6, 2020 6:52:13 GMT -5
If your intrigued by these but undecided
Keep in mind that these torso are so easy to swap in so if you are simply put off by the skin tone but really dig the outfits / gear you can always buy this entire series and keep them Moc for now and then in the series in which they receive improved skin tone which we know will be plentiful down the line buy an extra Cody Kenny & Bucks and swap on the improved skin tones and boom you have all the looks from series 1
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Post by Yambag Jones on Aug 6, 2020 9:04:53 GMT -5
So far I have Bubbly Jericho, Cody, & Omega. Skin color isn’t great, but it’s being fixed by the next set. I have 2 issues with these. The rubber doesn’t connect well (Omega’s jacket & Cody’s belt) and the stomach material can get damaged easily and needs to be fixed immediately. Any pics of damage ? Mine are fine, but that part is softer and raises concern from me.
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Post by Yambag Jones on Aug 6, 2020 9:05:15 GMT -5
Can i also request, if anybody has the time, can we see some pictures of the AEW figures wearing/with WWE elite belts? ibb.co/55MBDLFibb.co/TY4H7TY
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Robz PippinRoad
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Post by Robz PippinRoad on Aug 6, 2020 9:28:04 GMT -5
Mine are fine, but that part is softer and raises concern from me. Gotcha and I get that but I feel it’s made very well we should be fine
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Post by isloth on Aug 6, 2020 10:30:10 GMT -5
I hope folks start posting some pictures. I haven’t seen that many yet.
The Cody video from RSC looks great.
I should my shipment tomorow. Can’t wait.
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