ARKHAM ORIGINS SERIES 2: KILLER CROC

A super villain in the world of Batman, Killer Croc was created by writers Gerry Conway and Gene Colan. He was drawn by comic book illustrators Don Newton and Curt Swan. Killer Croc first appeared in Batman number 358 published 1983.

Killer Croc’s real name is Waylon Jones. He was born with a rare skin condition that worsens over time and ultimately transformed him into a reptilian like creature hence the nick name Killer Croc. When he was a young kid Waylon was abused by his guardian. Finally the day came when Waylon snapped and killed his abusive aunt for treating him wrongly. The murder of his aunt kick started Waylon’s criminal career until he was defeated by the dark knight.

Batman #358 published 1983

 

 

DC Collectibles’ Killer Croc stands at around 10 inches and has excellent articulation. Similar to the Arkham Origins Series 1 Bane figure, Croc came in a box instead of the standard bubble plastic.

 

Killer Croc’s reptilian body was well detailed and was painted just as well as it was sculpted.

 

 

Killer Croc with his evil smile.

 

 

Croc’s scaly back.

 

 

 

 

ARKHAM ORIGINS SERIES 2: DEADSHOT

Floyd Lawton more popularly known as Deadshot is a fictional character created by Bob Kane, David Vern Reed and Lew Sayre Schwartz. Deadshot made his first appearance on Batman volume 1 number 59 published 1950.

Deadshot is a mercenary boasting to be the world’s greatest marksman. He is a former member of several super villain groups such as The Killer Elite and the Secret Six. He is finally recruited by Amanda Waller to be a member of her black ops team known as the Suicide Squad.

Batman volume 1 number 59 (1950)

 

 

DC Collectibles presents Arkham Origins Deadshot.

Although he did not have any accessory with him, Deadshot has more than 20 points of articulation. Kudos to DC Collectibles for making such a well articulated figure. Keep it up! Diorama is not included with the figure.

 

 

 

 

 

Excellent detail !!! Excellent paint job !!!

 

 

Much like his opponent Batman, Deadshot uses a computerized eye patch to aid him in his mission.

 

 

Deadshot’s foot wear is nicely sculpted and taking a closer look you’ll notice that he has ankle articulation which greatly helps to balance the figure.

ARKHAM ORIGINS SERIES 2: ANARKY

Lonnie Machin also known as Anarky is a fictional character created by Alan Grant and Norm Breyfogle. He first appeared in Detective Comics number 608. Anarky has exceptionally high level of intelligence and is knowledgeable in computer hacking and engineering. As for his combat abilities, he is well versed in several fighting styles which make him on par with the great detective. Anarky had run-ins with other characters such as Tim Drake, The Justice League and Green Arrow.

Anarky debuted in Detective Comics number 608.

 

 

 

Anarky came as part of Arkham Origins wave 2.

The figure has around 15 points of articulation including a double jointed knee.

He also came with a bottle of Molotov cocktail as an accessory.

 

 

 

Anarky’s hood is made of a soft rubbery plastic material similar to his jacket sleeves. The face mask has a little scratch but aside from this minor flaw. The paint application on this figure is great.

 

 

 

Minor detail such as pin buttons on his jacket adds up to his character.

 

 

 

His knee pads are a perfect cover for the double joints.

A well detailed foot ware as well.

 

 

 

Anarky’s jacket sleeve is made of soft rubbery material, his joints are hidden inside. The backpack is detailed with sculpted straps and safety pins.

 

 

Molotov cocktail

 

 

 

 

 

ARKHAM ORIGINS SERIES 1: BLACK MASK

Black Mask or Roman Sionis came from a wealthy family much like the Wayne’s. While Bruce was raised well by his parents, Roman was neglected causing him to hate them. Finally Roman snapped and murdered his parents as well as burning his own mansion. Left with immeasurable amount of fortune from his parents Roman started to create businesses to cover up his illegal trade. Accumulating riches and power Roman became the biggest crime boss in Gotham.

 

Black Mask’s debut issue was in Batman #386 published way back 1985.

 

DC Collectibles Black Mask action figure has around 9 points of articulation, his more of a statue than an action figure.

Diorama sold separately.

 

 

 

 

Closer look at Black Mask’s head sculpt.

Roman Sionis carved his mask from his father’s coffin.

 

For the most part the figure lack’s detail,

but the head has nice sculpted detail on it.

 

Black Mask came with two silver pistols.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ARKHAM ORIGINS SERIES 1: BATMAN

Billionaire playboy Bruce Wayne is back as the dark knight in another hit video game. Arkham Origins is the third title to be released from the Batman Arkham game series. Once again Batman will be facing some of the most dangerous and notorious villains inhabiting Gotham. From the games trailer Batman will be facing death stroke, killer croc, firefly, anarchy, bane, copper head, joker and a new villain called Black Mask how’s that for a villain line up. I guess that’s why the video game fans are excited about the game. But in my case I’m more of a comic book fan of the caped crusader. That being said I got Arkham origins series one mostly due to the characters new appearance.

On to the figure review then. Scroll down to meet Batman in his Arkham origins costume.

  

Batman out of the box and ready to kick ass.

Base not included in the figure.

 

Arkham Origins Batman figure was sculpted by Gentle Giant Studios. The figure features around 20 points of articulation. As we all know DC Collectible figures are famous for their statue like figures, but this time Batman came with some extra articulation.

 

Check out the facial expression and the bat logo, as always excellent sculpting detail.

 

Batman’s utility belt is simple but it gets the job done.

 

Now the footwear is impressive in my opinion. The joints are well hidden as well.

 

Batman’s cape is made of a soft rubbery material.

 

ARKHAM ORIGINS SERIES 1: BANE

Among Batman’s adversaries Bane is probably the most powerful when it comes to pure physical strength. But physical strength is not the only threat that Bane posse. Among other abilities, Bane has genius level intellect; he is also a trained tactician and a master strategist. Most of all Bane uses a chemical called Venom. Venom enhances his physical strength beyond that of a mere human.

Scroll down to see photo’s of Arkham Origins version of Bane.

 

Arkham origins Bane

 

Bane is the biggest figure from Arkham Origins Series 1 by DC Collectibles. He is about 7 inches tall. Note: Gas tank not included.

 

The figure is sculpted by Gentle Giant Studios. Bane was well detailed and has decent paint job. For a figure this big, he has excellent balance and has no problem standing without aid.

 

 

Close up of Banes head sculpt.

 

 

More detail can be seen at the back.

 

 

Closer look at his back pack shows a series of tubes with Venom flowing in them.

Venom is the neon green substance that gives Bane super human strength.

 

 

Arkham Origins Bane standing side by side with his DCUC collect and connect version.

 

 

Check out other Bane figures from my collection:

DCUC wave 16 collect and connect Bane

Hot Toys The Dark Knight Rises: Bane

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ARKHAM ORIGINS SERIES 1: JOKER

Batman: Arkham Origins is an action adventure game produced by Warner Brothers.  Arkham Origins is the third game to be released under the Batman Arkham series. The game was released October 2013.

Personally I haven’t played the game yet but since I’m a big fan of the Bat. I decided to get the first wave of figures released by DC Collectibles. Wave one was composed of Joker, Black Mask, Bane and of course Batman himself. For this review I’ve decided to go with the Joker.

Enjoy the photos.

  

 

 

 

The Joker figure looks nice but he did not have any accessory with him.

Also the figure came with a closed fist! Almost all of Joker’s poses require him to make some sort of hand gesture, so having a closed fist is not a good idea in my opinion.

 

Joker’s head sculpt and paint job is excellent.

One of the nicest looking joker in my collection.

 

Side view of the head for you guys to see the detail on Joker’s hair.

 

 

Nothing special here at the back, Joker is wearing a purple trench coat.

 

So is this figure worth buying?

Well if you’re a diehard fan of the Joker and the game I would say yes. But for other guys, I would advise you to get other version of the Joker.

 

SHAZAM NEW 52 BY DC COLLECTIBLES

Shazam or Captain Marvel is a comic book character created by C. C. Beck and Bill Parker. On Febuary 1940, Shazam debuted on Whiz Comics No. 2 published by Fawcett Comics. After Fawcett Comics stopped publishing Captain Marvel in the 1950’s due to a law suit, DC comics started publishing him around 1970’s and in 1991 acquired the rights for the character.

After the New 52 event from DC comics, Shazam was featured as a bonus short story in the Justice League comic book.  In the New 52 storyline 15 year old Billy Batson was selected by a wizard to wield magical powers. And so the young boy Billy Batson became the mighty Shazam.

 

Whiz Comics # 2 published by Fawcett Comics

 

 

 

Shazam in his new 52 costume, the figure was sculpted by Derek Miller based from the art of Gary Frank.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

click here to check out Shazam's enemy Black Adam