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09-08-2014, 11:14 AM | #1 |
Crimson Guard
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Full Review Here:
That Figures: REVIEW: Imaginext Collectible Figures - Bomb Disposal Expert Final Thoughts The Imaginext toys are a lot of fun. I like that they feel very durable and would be great for the younger audience, as I'd have no worries about them breaking or coming apart. The accessories are also large enough to ensure they're not going to disappear into the eternal void of your carpet, never to be seen again, which again means they're ideal for the youngsters. But even for older collectors, there's a lot of fun to be had here. For starters, blind-bag toys are always fun. There are eight characters in Series 3 (as there were in Series 2, a drop of four characters from Series 1) and the packaging is stamped with a numerical ID that can be used to locate which specific figures your'e looking for. But if you prefer Pot Luck - but don't want duplicate figures - you can simply check the codes against each other (although I have to admit, in my rush to grab what was left I didn't pay enough attention and managed to get two matching figures...) which keeps the surprise of the blind-bag selection but avoids the disappointment of getting repeat figures. Then there's the figures themselves. Not only does the Imaginext line appear to be a homage to pretty much every toyline of yesteryear (with everything from Adventure People and The Masters of the Universe to Micronauts getting a little nod) there are also a lot of in-jokes that will only really be understood by older collectors. This wave sees a Walter ''Breaking Bad'' White cameo plus what's very clearly a Creature from the Black Lagoon riff alongside a zombie who sports a head-covering flour sack that would see him right at home around Camp Crystal Lake. The pricing is also major factor, especially when you consider that the (much smaller) LEGO Minifigures come in at around the same price-point. If you're a collector who likes a big bang for your buck (well, three bucks) or you're a parent looking to purchase an affordable but high-quality, durable toy for your kids, then you should definitely check out the Imaginext line. As for the Bomb Disposal Expert, he's a very cool figure indeed. The green coloring is striking enough to make him pop but not so garish as to make him cartoony. OK, he's not going to blend in with your GI Joes or even True Heroes but he's also got enough of a realistic look about him - albeit rendered in a chunky, toy-like way - to give him a broad appeal. If you were a fan of the GI Joe Combat Heroes or you just want an SD-style military toy then you're sure to like this figure. Beyond that there's really little much to add, as these figures are very much a case of what you see is what you get. And as you can see, you get a lot. If you're not a fan of the Imaginext line then you probably won't get why this is such a cool figure but if you're already a convert - or if you're looking for an entry point that's not too ''childish'' - then you'll love the Bomb Disposal Expert. A fun, high-quality figure with great detailing and accessories, who looks great and will cost you about $3. How can you not want this? Details, Images and More Here: That Figures: REVIEW: Imaginext Collectible Figures - Bomb Disposal Expert
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09-08-2014, 11:39 AM | #2 |
Cobra Soldier
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My son loves Imaginext items.I agree they are quite cool with all the various sub lines.The figures especially the blind bagged ones are great and sport more articulation (9 points) than most of Hasbro's current lines.
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09-08-2014, 11:48 AM | #3 |
Crimson Guard
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For the longest time I didn't bother with them but when I saw the blind bag figures in Series 1 I just had to pull the trigger. I've grabbed a few of the space figures (and am looking forward to the launch of the new ones) but I'm also now venturing into the Castle sets, as they're awesome too.
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09-13-2014, 05:05 PM | #4 |
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After reading the review, I found almost 95% of waves 1, 2, and 3. Wow, what an incredible array of monster characters. I am truly impressed. The Hazmat guy is Walter of Breaking Bad...totally! Im thinking of trying to convert some of them to GI JOES, Past, Present and Future...all sorts of custom goodness--Humvee, atv, tank (Joker), jets and planes, boats, aircraft carrier, landing craft like WWII, motorcycles etc.
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09-13-2014, 05:27 PM | #5 |
Crimson Guard
Join Date: Feb 2011
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After reading the review, I found almost 95% of waves 1, 2, and 3. Wow, what an incredible array of monster characters. I am truly impressed. The Hazmat guy is Walter of Breaking Bad...totally! Im thinking of trying to convert some of them to GI JOES, Past, Present and Future...all sorts of custom goodness--Humvee, atv, tank (Joker), jets and planes, boats, aircraft carrier, landing craft like WWII, motorcycles etc.
There are also some great vehicles/play sets. I was looking at the Pirate Diving Suit today - it's like a mash-up of a mecha and the Bioshock Big Daddy! http://www.fisher-price.com/en_US/br...products/82728
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09-13-2014, 06:27 PM | #6 |
Crimson Guard
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I have a Frankie, Ill trade if you have a Cowboy.
Try looking in Kmart and Walmart, found series 1 almost all of them in KMART. |
09-13-2014, 06:31 PM | #7 |
Crimson Guard
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We don't get to Walmart that much (the local store here is horrible - toys thrown everywhere, empty shelves, boxes ripped open, etc) but the only ones I ever saw there were the Series 1 figures. Ditto with the local TRU. I've only just found Wave 3 at Target (and they still have boxes of Wave 1! I wonder if I should ask if they have any Wave 2s in the back...!)
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09-13-2014, 06:41 PM | #8 |
Crimson Guard
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I need any of the following
CAVEMAN #25, ARCTIC EXPLORER #26, COWBOY #27, JUNGLE EXPLORER #29 If you find a HAZMAT/40 , BOMB SQUAD/41, SCUBA GUY/DEEP SEA GUY/15 , JAMES BOND/19LMK or DARKSIED, PLASTIC MAN, MARTIAN MANHUNTER, GL figures (aliens) CYBORG, BANE, RIDDLER, COMMISSIONER GORDON or any other figure that looks cool or that might squeeze into the JOE IMAGINEXT VERSE. Last edited by Skipper; 09-13-2014 at 06:44 PM.. |
09-13-2014, 06:44 PM | #9 |
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There are still a lot of Series 1 sets (and a few Series 3) so I'll take a note of the codes and if I find any of the ones you want, I'd be happy to arrange a trade for the Frankenstein if that sounds good to you!
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09-13-2014, 06:47 PM | #10 |
Crimson Guard
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I have an extra STEAMPUNK DUDE as well. Agreed. Drive it like you stole it.
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