Marvel Universe Psylocke Review

I recently began reading Uncanny X-Force, and I've definitely fallen in love with it.

Psylocke is a very cool figure.  As an member of the X-Men, I wanted her pretty badly.  Additionally, she is part of Uncanny X-Force, so this is just a double dose of awesome.  Overall, she is a great figure.

Obviously, she is the exact same sculpt as Dark Pheonix from the Greatest Battle pack, including the head, but it works for the most part.  My only complaint is that Psylocke looks a little evil with those eyes, but is isn't that bad.

For accessories, she comes with the standard "fire" wrist attachment that Iron Fist, Human Torch, and other come with.  The attachment is purple to show her telekinetic abilities.  She also comes with a purple sword to match the attachment.  It seems to be the same sword that Hand Ninjas are equipped with, except due to Hasbro packaging, mine is pretty twisted up.

 Furthermore, she can't seem to hold the sword in a decent way.  One hand is open, but the other hand looks perfect for the sword, but it isn't quite tight enough.

Along with the sword and attachment, she comes with the now standard "comic shot".  It's cool, but really seems pointless.  Obviously a stand would be preferred, but I'm sure there is a reason we don't have one.

Another new thing with this wave is Deadpool!  Each figure has Deadpool on the back in the same fashion as Commander Rogers, Osborn, and Nick Fury, except this time each figure has a unique Deadpool caption.

Overall, a very solid figure.  I have no regrets adding her to my collection, and as far as female figures go, she is probably the best.

Articulation: Articulation is exactly how it is on any other Marvel Universe female figure, and works great.

Paint: The paint on my particular figure had some flaws, but I'm sure they aren't all like this.  No complaints either way.

Accessories: All her accessories are great and fit the character quite well.

 The best part about having Psylocke is being one step closer to the X-Men roster I grew up with!  I'm just praying for a Rogue figure and hoping Jubilee turns out alright.

Wave 17 Iron Fist Review

This is my second Iron Fist figure, and honestly it probably wasn't worth it.

As you can see, there is very little difference between the Greatest Battles two pack Iron Fist and this one.  Obviously, there is no collar on the white one.  The rest of the sculp seems to be the same.

Not having the single carded Iron Fist, I am glad to have the "fire" accessory.  It is a decent accessory, but is the exact same thing Human Torch and Psylocke comes with.  As with all 2012 figures, no stand is included but instead we get a "comic shot".  This is simply a piece of card stock with a famous image from a comic book featuring the character.

Now, the real reason I got this figure is for The Defenders.  I just recently got back into reading comics, and I an thoroughly enjoying The Defenders so far.  Now if only we had a Red She-Hulk, put with She-Hulk on the way, it can't be long.  Hasbro certainly likes their repaints!

Overall, pretty much just the same figure as the Greatest Battles Iron Fist, and I assume that is pretty much the same as the single carded.

Articulation: Everything one would expect from Iron Fist.
Paint: The paint is exceptional.  The gold is very shiny compared to the more dull white.  It works well.
Accessories: He comes with his "fire" punch attachment and a comic shot.  The comic shot is worthless.

In conclusion, Modern Iron Fist is a cool figure, but it certainly isn't anything we haven't seen before.  The modern costume is nice if you keep up with the comics, but it certainly isn't necessary if you already have an Iron Fist.

Marvel Universe Haul

This is my first Marvel Universe haul in a while.  All my local stores are flooded with Doctor Strange and Tony Stark figures, but that is about it.  Finally, today I got most of Wave 17, along with Gambit and Mr. Sinister.

I spent roughly sixty dollars, but I think it was worth it.  I've been needing a Gambit figure since I began collecting, so it is nice to finally find one at an affordable price.

Once again, I'll get to individual reviews eventually, but for now I'll just give you some close up images.

Ages of Thunder Thor looks very impressive.  I have yet to be disappointed by a Thor figure from this line, and this one doesn't seem like it will change that.

I honestly know very little about the Shadowland storyline, but I plan on reading it after getting Shadowland Daredevil.  Daredevil has always been my favorite character, and I'm hoping this figure it better than the last one.

Psylocke has just always been a cool figure.  I also have a thing for teams, so she is definitely necessary for an Uncanny X-Force team, even if her costume isn't perfect.

I know nothing about this guy other than his brief bio on the card.  He looks cool enough, but we'll see once Patriot is open.

As stated above, I'm a sucker for teams, so a white Iron Fist was necessary to create the Defenders.

This two pack is just awesome.  I cannot wait to open it.  Mister Sinister and Gambit are both highly sought after figures for me, so I can't wait.  It also comes with a reprint of X-Men #1.

Individual reviews coming very soon!