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MARCH 9, 2007 at 12:12 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: MWC Toys via The Leaky Cauldron
A review
of NECA's new Harry Potter action figures is now available online and while the author favors some aspects of the figures he only gives the Harry and Dementor figures three out of four stars saying in part:
Dopey Deatheater is never going to be a favorite for me because of that expression. Having one less accessory doesn't help either, since the body, arms and base are all reused.
Finally, there's our hero Harry. As much as I love the head sculpt, those damn glasses are just too distracting. Had they managed to capture the right size, he would have gotten a much better score. Of course, the lack of accessories at this price point would still hold him back from four star nirvana, but let's be honest - this is easily the finest Harry action figure so far.
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Wizard
Points: 571
Sibyll Trelawney says:
I dont want to hear about any more toys! For God's sake half of the stuff on the Wizard Wire Service or whatever is WAY more interesting then what people think about the action figures....just my opinion.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 12:15 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1648
Scorpius Malfoy says:
Gotta give him points for honesty... I agree that Harry's glasses are a little odd, but I'll still probably buy them all just for fun. I am still curious at how much they will cost.
Hey Geri, the first link isn't working for me. Might wanna check it out.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 12:35 PM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 9047
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
Interesting view and perspective. It would still be fun to own these, even if they only got 3 out of 4 stars.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 12:36 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1648
Scorpius Malfoy says:
I just found an answer to that...
They are selling $16 each. You can find some stores selling the set of them for $60.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 12:42 PM EST
Witch
Points: 641
Melian Potter says:
and while the author favors some
The author? Does it mean JK?
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 12:43 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1229
sapphire260 says:
I think the glasses are just fine!!!
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 12:50 PM EST
Hogwarts Psychologist
Points: 4236
Patronus Wiz says:
I guess I don't really understand all of the excitement over these toys... Is it because they're for collectors? I just don't get it. Well, one day I might be eating my words when they are worth millions okay, maybe just thousands.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 12:59 PM EST
Witch
Points: 861
star chaser says:
I think that Harry's glasses are a bit too big, and so he looks almost wrong (I said almost!). I'll proberly still buy it tho.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 1:27 PM EST
Witch
Points: 692
FizzingWhizbeez says:
Patronus Wiz - I don't really care if they're ever worth much - but yah, it's a collector thing. I'm really looking forward to having a shelf up on my wall with all of the little characters. I guess you have to be really HP-obsessed and like collecting things. :)
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 1:29 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1251
padfoot'sgirl says:
That is interesting that he is so critical, but it is his right to be. I do think that they are the best ones out so far and will probably be getting better as the next few movies come out.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 1:31 PM EST
Witch
Points: 828
Elphaba_Thropp says:
Oh well, 3 out of 4 stars isn't bad. I've seen worse figurines.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 2:03 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1608
~Harry's true love~ says:
They all look fantastic! I wish i could buy one of them (or maybe all)! Maybe for a b-day present?
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 2:07 PM EST
Mrs. Draco Malfoy
Points: 27909
Arika Granger Malfoy says:
Very nice!
I cant wait to buy some of these!!!
But I might not because I spend too much money on HP as it is...hahaha
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 2:14 PM EST
Head Boy
Points: 415
Ben_benny says:
They look childish...well DUH!they're toys!...Too bad i'm too big for that.:D.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 2:22 PM EST
Witch
Points: 894
darkside rocker says:
His glasses do look wired that's what makes it look funny.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 2:38 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 472
hedwig86 says:
I agree about Harry's glasses. They do look a little strange. But all the toys looks pretty cool. Maybe I will buy some.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 2:46 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 427
shadowquill says:
Actually, I think the Voldemort is excellent, the Harry Potter is pretty good, and...well, I sort of understand what they say about the "dopey" Deatheater, but...hey. These are WAY better than anything they've thrown at us before. :)
Still, if I spent money on figures, I'd want my favorite protagonists, not antagonists. (Harry, Ginny, Ron, Hermione, Luna, Neville. Ah, and I suppose maybe Cho.) Even though Harry Potter is the biggest thing since Star Wars (IMO), I know they'll never make all the characters. That is what I don't understand. Harry Potter is such a huge phenomenon, and companies are passing up all of these commercial opportunities? Is it because the rights are distributed only to a small few? *scratches head* You'd think they would WANT to make money, right?
I hope this is only the tip of the iceburg and that more will be made. :)
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 3:51 PM EST
Witch
Points: 896
QueenOfAmouraq says:
Ouch! That review is somewhat harsh, kind of a Simon Cowell kind of person I suppose. I think they're awesome, and if I get the money, I'm definately going to add at least one for my doll collection!
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 4:09 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2081
kermittounette says:
They are really cool! I really love the dementor's details and Harry is so beautiful! Voldemort looks like scary!
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 4:30 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2363
Nataly says:
Great design of these toys! They are so wonderful and well structured!
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 4:30 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2317
loopy looney says:
At least they are getting good reviews!!! I agree with him about Harry's glasses, i think they are to big on the figure :)
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 4:34 PM EST
Auror
Points: 3659
Anastasia Popovick says:
I like Voltimort, the Death Eater and the Dementor. Nice detailing. But the Harry is not s great...glasses are too bulky, outfit is GoF, and it seems to me it should be OoP.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 4:42 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1228
Hermy-ninny Granger says:
That is seriously the coolest figurine I have ever seen. They look so realistic and I really don't even care about action figures.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 5:14 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2563
School Governor says:
I agree that the glasses are out of size, and should have been better. However, these images are from GOF, and companies should be gearing up for selling OOTP goods.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 5:22 PM EST
Wizard
Points: 632
Zack Weasley says:
Those toys are really realistic.
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 5:38 PM EST
Student
Points: 225
loyal2voldemort says:
They are wicked. I want!!
Posted Mar 9, 2007 at 5:58 PM EST
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