Could DST make Marvel Megos?

[The Bat]

I think when we talk about off sculpts, we're referring to only four at most - Jon Stewart, Flash, Black Adam and maybe Shazam.

Don't forget the Mattel RC Batman. But I did like and own a few of them: Twoface, Lex, Sinestro, Aquaman, Martian Manhunter.

[Random Axe]

I suppose the burning question is which version of the characters would be used? Do go back to the 1985 Marvel Universe Handbook or do you adapt some of the newer stuff? I'd like to see them make figures in the most iconic way we remember them. However, this entire line might not be based on retro ideals but maybe current trends. I dunno. I'd love to see this happen, but there's so many variables. Maybe the toy fair brings answers...

[hedrap]

I think when we talk about off sculpts, we're referring to only four at most - Jon Stewart, Flash, Black Adam and maybe Shazam.

The rest were great. The only issue I could find is they hover between Mego and Superfriends, and maybe should have committed to the latter. I don't know if that was contractually possible, though.

EDIT: In retrospect, if it could have been the official line for Batman: Brave & Bold, it may have had an easier path. But, IIRC, this launched at the same time CN and DC were killing B&B.

[Teemu]

first 2 assortments should be:

Captain America
Thor
Dr. Doom
Falcon

Spider-Man
Iron Man
Green Goblin
Hawkeye

[Random Axe]

I don't believe in any way the line was a failure. Look how many figures were produced. It could have gone much smoother and had better distro, but overall it was an historic event to have these made. It's likely close to 90 percent of the hardships came from Mattel's end. The sculpts were made to order with the idea of "retro". Andy freakin nailed that aspect. And, Leitner did an amazing job on the clothing. Remember all of the member work here on these before comdemning the line.

If somehow the Marvel liscence was acquired, I think things will go way differently and waves of figures will be produced more often and with bettre assortments. I'm sure Paul will have a lot more voice in those choices. Of course that's all speculation at this point.

[JediJaida]

And don't get me started on the DST Trek line.

That line had SUCH potential for expansion; but the higher ups took it in the WRONG direction.

I never got the Pike figure myself; I heard too many negative things about the size of and composition of his head to do so. The resemblance to Jeffrey Hunter was almost spot on, but the head was simply too big!

Same thing with the Next Generation line.

However, had they done it right, I would have gotten my greedy paws on Captain Picard tuit suite (or however the heck you spell that!)

[The Bat]

Alfred and Gordon are IMO pushing compatibility in style with the original WGSH Batman line. They both seem more Adams-Aparo comic style. While some will like them even more because of this, I think in the end, they will only make the original figures look out-dated.

I disagree. Just the fact that they are in the 70's style of Adams & Aparo makes them a PERFECT fit for the Mego style. Mego made figures all through the 70's at the same time these artists were drawing the comics...what could be more appropriate? some of Mego's sculpts may have been poor(Cap, MC Batman)...but others were excellent(Mr.Fantastic, Green Goblin, etc...)!

[The Bat]

I don't believe at all it was the sculpts were what sunk the line. The oddly strung body was the main fiasco here if most will recall, and I believe there were internal things going on at Mattel in terms of who was championing the line.

Crimson Ghost/Andy did a terrific job on the ones I saw. I held the removable mask Hawkman sculpt in my hand and it would have been AMAZING.

While I agree that the silly looking bad sculpts weren't the only thing that sunk the line, they were a factor. Also of course, the horrible bodies and extremely poor marketing by Mattel. The original idea was to have these figures on the shelves at Toys R' Us. And we all know how that worked out.

[samurainoir]

Wow! This could be exciting news depending on who the Sculptor is...we don't want another repeat of the "Mattel" disaster.

I don't believe at all it was the sculpts were what sunk the line. The oddly strung body was the main fiasco here if most will recall, and I believe there were internal things going on at Mattel in terms of who was championing the line.

Crimson Ghost/Andy did a terrific job on the ones I saw. I held the removable mask Hawkman sculpt in my hand and it would have been AMAZING.

[JediJaida]

He's right about those two sculpts. They were kind of 'bleh' compared to that of Superman, or Thor.

I wish that Doc, IF this is the license that he's looking to snare, could do a movie based version of Thor, Loki, etc.

Okay, it's shallow of me; but I'd KILL for an 8" version of either Chris Hemsworth or Tom Hiddleston!

I know that it will never happen, considering the beaucoup bucks for the rights to their likenesses, but a girl can dream!

Maybe we can get a Kid!Loki out of the deal; I always did think he was loads cuter than most of the depictions in the comics.

[PNGwynne]

^ I see what you mean, but DM/Mattel took a lot of heat for aiming at "Mego" sculpts. I agree with you about extreme expressions.

It's a fine line, & subjective, too. I personally think Alfred & Gordon are fine, and FTC will be OK IMO if they stick to a Silver/Bronze aesthetic based upon style guides. Most fans here seem to want a '70s vibe. But I'll bet they'd rather a tuxedoed Zatanna as opposed to a unitard one. etc.

I like Mego Batman & Capt. America, but they are not stellar sculpts per se.

[dr_cyclops]

I wouldn't mind a fresh look to the Marvel license, as long as the figures have good sculpts, and aren't utterly goofy looking. Or have the constipated rictus grimace like the Famous Covers black widow.

I agree. Extreme facial expressions are for those few characters it works for (i.e. Hulk, Wolverine, and some villains. Open mouth battle cry and full teeth grimace should be avoided on most characters.
I'm also concern about the sculpts looking to modern day comic versions and looking silly on the doll body style. There are enough Marvel action figures of current comic style art. It's important not to loose the Mego look by going beyond the style of the product.
Alfred and Gordon are IMO pushing compatibility in style with the original WGSH Batman line. They both seem more Adams-Aparo comic style. While some will like them even more because of this, I think in the end, they will only make the original figures look out-dated.

[Teemu]

watch we don't get squat! and all our hopes are up for nothing!

[Hedji]

Hee hee. I know, I'm an ultra purist. But, it seems to me, if anyone wants to modify it, it's easy enough to do.

[PNGwynne]

Cap & Mxy are figures I'd suggest tweaking slightly if reproduced, purist though I am.

Cap really needs just a changed paint deco on the vintage head, red hands, and a slightly modified suit. It doesn't have a major overhaul/resculpt.