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My first recollection of TMNT is from a friend who tried turning me on to the black and white comics. I think this was even before we got the first figures. He praised the mags but I just couldn't get behind a colorless comic book, leading me to prematurely write off the TMNT.  Can you believe it? I quickly found out that I was in the minority as commercials and ads for a new TMNT cartoon series began to flood the television airwaves. One episode was all it took to pull me in. Shortly after, I began collecting the figures and when news of a live action film surfaced I couldn't wait for the premier. I liked the movie and absolutely loved the "Jose Canseco bat" reference by Raphael during the Casey Jones fight scene. Those who have read my baseball card blog know why. Since then we have had a ton of different depictions and iterations of the turtles. Frankly, too many for me to keep up with. So when I saw these figures at my local Walmart recently, it hit a familiar ner...

Looking forward to getting these opened up and on display! 

Marvel Select has alot of incredible figures in their repertoire and this Doom just ain't one of em'. Don't get me wrong, Its not a horrible figure. Joints are solid, paint apps on point and all accessories are functional. The gun fits nicely in Doom's hand and holster. The switchable hand holding the chalice is also a nice addition.  After taking the figure out of the packaging I got a lot of Jack Kirby vibes. I guess that's not a bad thing. This is definitely a throwback sculpt of Dr. Doom and while it's not my favorite, it'll fit in nicely with the rest of my Select collection. The real gem in this set is Dooms throne. Although I'll admit to being leery about the possibility of  Doom not being able to sit in it properly. Such was not the case, though, due to the latex like material Doom's cape is made out of. It's very form fitting and allows Doom to lamp flawlessly in his favorite seat! Enjoy the pics!  ...

I've collected, religiously, Hasbro's 3.75 Marvel Universe in the past. I loved the variety and overall availability of the figures. Today they are non existent and totally overpriced on ebay. My first instinct was to hop over to Marvel's super popular 6" Legends figures but I was already way too late to that party. Many of the figures that I wanted from that line had already been phased out and were selling for twice as much online. Plus, Legends figures shot up in price, from $20 to $25 bucks in some stores and I wasn't about to play that game. I needed to scratch that Marvel itch some way, somehow and I've finally been able to do just that with Marvel Select! You're getting so much with these figures. Awesome packiging, figure stands and some amazing, totally original sculpts! Ok, so some figures are more articulated than others. Easier  to pose and whatnot. And I get it. But for the price, you can't go wrong. I'm at a point in toy collecting whe...

I picked this up mainly for the lunch box as It gives me mad 80s elementary school vibes! The goodies included within were a major plus! Check out the pics! 

I'm really liking this Snake Eyes/ Timber Classified set! I was hesitant at first about picking this up as I'm not big on green pants Snake Eyes but it's pretty subtle and doesn't detract from the overall commando aesthetics. Timber is the focal point here for me and rightfully so! Messing around with the different doggie poses has me flashing back to my old Daggit figure from the Battlestar Galactica line of action figures. On a side note - If you notice any drop in picture quality it's because I'm using a lower end phone cam. It's not horrible but just putting it out there. Anyways, enjoy the pics!