One of the most anticipated figures in recent memory is the one I’m about to review, Hot Toys’ rendition of Christopher Reeve as Superman. Many of you will remember that Hot Toys hinted at this figure some time back, but it seemed like an eternity before they finally gave us some concrete information in May of 2011 that the figure would be on its way. As expected, this figure is well worth the wait. There are technically two versions – the regular and special editions. The only difference, however, is the kryptonite necklace included with the special edition. I’ll be reviewing that figure today.

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As expected (and anticipated!), Hot Toys has announced that they will be producing collectibles from next summer’s The Dark Knight Rises, the final chapter in the Nolan Batman trilogy. While 1:6 figures were expected, Hot Toys has also added that 1:4 figures are in the pipeline! Excellent news from an excellent company, and I personally can’t wait to see what they have to offer.

I’ve added images of seven new items to the Eaglemoss page of the DC Gallery today. Visit that section to see #82 Dr. Mid-Nite, #86 Magog, #87 Ambush Bug, Blackest Night #8 White Lantern Sinestro, Blackest Night #9 Ganthet, Blackest Night #10 Bleez and Blackest Night Special Edition Nekron. I have also added the full list of 32 DC Chess figures on the way from Eaglemoss!

Six years after the movie’s release, Hot Toys continues to release – with great success, I might add – figures from 2005′s Batman Begins. The latest edition, dubbed Batsuit Begins, was originally offered exclusively at 2011 summer conventions, but was later made available to the general public via Sideshow Collectibles. This new 12″ figure captures Christian Bale as Batman, but in a new way not seen in previous Hot Toys Batman releases. While Batman in his regular suit can be displayed, the real draw (for me anyway) is the inclusion of Bruce Wayne’s prototype Batsuit. Not to mention a killer portrait of the actor, Bale. Read on for the full review.

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Hot Toys never fails to impress with their figures, and as is evident by their recently-revealed movie Superman packaging they continue to raise the bar for figure packaging as well. The Christopher Reeve Superman will come in a large “S-shield” packaging that looks to make a nice companion display piece with the figure itself. Click the thumbnail for a larger image.

Here are the new DC comic releases due for Wednesday, October 12th.

- ABSOLUTE IDENTITY CRISIS
- THE ALL-NEW BATMAN: THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #12
- BATGIRL #2
- BATMAN AND ROBIN #2
- BATMAN: ARKHAM CITY
- BATMAN: LIFE AFTER DEATH
- BATWOMAN #2
- BIRDS OF PREY: THE DEATH OF ORACLE
- DC COMICS PRESENTS: BATMAN – BLINK #1
- DC COMICS PRESENTS: JLA – THE AGE OF WONDER #1
- DEATHSTROKE #2
- DEMON KNIGHTS #2
- FRANKENSTEIN, AGENT OF S.H.A.D.E. #2
- GREEN LANTERN #2
- GRIFTER #2
- JUSTICE LEAGUE: GENERATION LOST VOL. 2
- LEGION LOST #2
- MISTER TERRIFIC #2
- MY GREATEST ADVENTURE #1 (OF 6)
- RESURRECTION MAN #2
- THE SHADE #1 (OF 12)
- SUICIDE SQUAD #2
- SUPERBOY #2
- SUPERMAN: MON-EL – MAN OF VALOR
- SUPERMAN: NIGHTWING AND FLAMEBIRD VOL. 2
- TINY TITANS #45
- VICTORIAN UNDEAD II: SHERLOCK HOLMES VS. DRACULA
- WORLD OF WARCRAFT: CURSE OF THE WORGEN

The latest release in DC Direct’s Women of the DC Universe bust collection is the “lovely” Supergirl, breaking through chains and ready to kick some arse. Supergirl measures 5.5″ tall and is limited to 3,500 pieces. Here’s the thing. I love Amanda Conner’s work and style. Absolutely love it. Jack Mathews has done some of DC Direct’s best sculpting (look at any of the Cover Girls of the DCU statues for proof). And Supergirl…well, she’s always been a favorite of mine. But I can say without reservation that this statue is the worst of the 30+ busts released for the WOTDCU line so far. Amanda Conner’s artwork is almost literally exploding with Supergirl’s power, but the final sculpt looks like an anorexic wearing a Farrah Fawcett wig. Sorry DC Direct…but this is one of the most disappointing purchases in recent memory.

Women of the DC Universe Series 3 Supergirl Gallery

Here are the new DC comic releases due for Wednesday, October 5th.

- ACTION COMICS #2
- ALL-STAR SUPERMAN
- ANIMAL MAN #2
- BATMAN: EYE OF THE BEHOLDER
- BATMAN: THE LONG HALLOWEEN
- BATWING #2
- DC COMICS PRESENTS: BATMAN – THE DEMON LAUGHS #1
- DC UNIVERSE ONLINE LEGENDS #15 (OF 26)
- DETECTIVE COMICS #2
- GREEN ARROW #2
- HAWK AND DOVE #2
- THE HUNTRESS #1 (OF 6)
- JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL #2
- LOONEY TUNES #203
- MEN OF WAR #2
- O.M.A.C. #2
- PENGUIN: PAIN AND PREJUDICE #1 (OF 5)
- RED LANTERNS #2
- SCOOBY-DOO, WHERE ARE YOU? #14
- STATIC SHOCK #2
- STORMWATCH #2
- SUPERNATURAL #1 (OF 6)
- SWAMP THING #2

As you all know, Sideshow Collectibles acquired rights to the DC Comics license this year, and has already announce the amaaaaazing looking for early 2012. Want a peek at what else Sideshow might be offering? Then you HAVE to take a look at this inside look at the Sideshow site. Oodles of concept art including Adam Hughes’ Catwoman, Wonder Woman Premium Format, Batman Legendary Scale Statue and much, much more. This video has me absolutely giddy for Sideshow’s acquisition of the license!

You may have heard that DC has put an end to the DC Super Hero Collection Magazine line, but that doesn’t mean they’re completely done with DC Comics. Released a few pieces at a time, the Chess figures will make up all the necessary pieces for a good ol’ fashioned game of the black and white, and will cost you around $15 a piece. As of now, Batman (white king), Robin (white bishop), Joker (black king) and Commissioner Gordon (white pawn) have been announced.

UPDATE: I just noticed on the Eaglemoss site that the entire line has been announced. Head over to the Eaglemoss DC Chess pieces page for the full list!