The Walking Dead Action Figures - Insider Chat

[Antman]

This thread is dedicated to talking about the McFarlane "The Walking Dead" figures (and statues). There's someone very well connected in this thread.

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This Fall The Walking Dead comes to the toy store with McFarlane Toys action figures of Rick Grimes, Daryl Dixon, Zombie Biter and Zombie Walker. Available for purchase November 2011.

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[ocielz]

Preordered all Of them

 

[kassle]

AMAZING!

Carol looks like she will be perfect! Same for Herschel. Looking forward to adding a well articulated Rick.

Abraham hasn't made much of an impression on me in the series yet (although the character would have been great in a comic wave). I'd have preferred to see Lori, Dale or Beth. But he still looks good. And the Governor looks like a cool upgrade.

That bungee guts zombie looks crazy! I'm less into the zombie figures in the line, just because the humans mean so much to me (in terms of character). But I love the diagram showing that he can hang from things. Too funny.

All in all, an awesome wave. Can't wait to get 'em and see whats in store for Wave 7.

 

[NoodleChow]

Spawnshop, I was wondering what kind of hip articulation to expect for the new wave. The swivel types of Daryl and the comic series 1 and 3 or double ball sockets like the TV line?

Also hoping we see the Gov's Steyr Aug and looks like Herschel's hands were modeled with crutches in mind. Can't wait!

 

[shiftyraccoon]

Shame I only collect the comic figures. Any news on those?

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[zombieshane]

Looking good!

 

[spawnshop]

Spawnshop, I was wondering what kind of hip articulation to expect for the new wave. The swivel types of Daryl and the comic series 1 and 3 or double ball sockets like the TV line?

Also hoping we see the Gov's Steyr Aug and looks like Herschel's hands were modeled with crutches in mind. Can't wait!

We put the new style hips in all of the figures in 6 (like Daryl).
And I think you'll be very happy with the Governor 2

 

[zombieshane]

Any vehicles or 2 packs in this wave?

 

[TWD Daryl Dixon]

Hey spawnshop i read on toywiz that the governor only comes with the assault rifle and alt head does he come with other things like his pistol?

 

[NoodleChow]

We put the new style hips in all of the figures in 6 (like Daryl).
And I think you'll be very happy with the Governor 2

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!

 

[TWD Daryl Dixon]

Rick Grimes

A former police officer, Rick Grimes has always been a leader amongst the group of Atlanta survivors. Over the seasons, his personality has evolved as he continuously tries to relinquish leadership in order to protect his own family. After numerous threats and the loss of his wife Lori, Rick is in a continuous battle both mentally and morally. This version of Rick depicts the wear and tear the apocalyptic world has taken on this once upholder of the law. No longer fighting his destiny, Rick appears ready to take on this challenges head on in season 5. This figure comes with approximately 22 points of articulation, revolver, suppressed pistol, machete, D-rings, and hoe.

Abraham Ford

Introduced in season 4, Abraham Ford and his traveling companions are on route to Washington D.C. with valuable information pertaining to the outbreak. This former Sergeant in the U.S. army attempts to enlist the help of Glenn, and his companion Tara, on their quest to the capital. Abraham and his group end up joining Glenn in the search for Maggie and eventual trek to Terminus. This figure comes with approximately 22 points of articulation, pistol, SMG, and combat knife.

Hershel Greene

An advisor to Rick and father of surviving daughters Maggie and Beth, this beloved character has left an eternal impact on The Walking Dead series. Hershel Greene was introduced as the man who saves Rick's son Carl's life in season 2. A farm owner and defender of moral codes, he served as a confident and skilled diplomat within the group of survivors. After being bitten by a walker in season 3, Rick is forced to cut off Hershel's leg to stop the infection - adding yet another challenge to his life. This figure comes with approximately 22 points of articulation, crutches, alternate amputated leg, alternate prosthetic leg, and alternate head with bandana.

Carol Peletier

One of the few survivors from the original Atlanta group, Carol Peletier knows what it takes to stay alive. Over four seasons, fans have watched her evolve from a kind-hearted and soft-spoken wife and mother, to an independent survivalist trying to protect those around her at any cost. After losing her daughter Sofia in season 2, Carol dedicated her time at the prison teaching the younger group members how to survive. This figure comes with approximately 22 points of articulation, knuckle knife, "story time" knife set, and gas can.

Bungee Guts Zombie

The first episode of season 4 was certainly full of surprises. Making a run for supplies, a group of survivors enter a nearby store, without knowing dozens of walkers and a downed helicopter was on the building's roof. The rooftop eventually gives way and walkers start raining from the ceiling. Fortunately not all the walkers made it down...The iconic Bungee Guts Walker is seen dangling by his guts and intestines, leaving the survivors speechless. This figure features removable intestines and can stand or be hung by his guts.

The Governor

The once leader of the seemingly utopian town of Woodbury, The Governor has lost everything: the town he built; his daughter turned walker; and his eye at the hands of Michonne. Longing for revenge against Rick and his group of survivors, The Governor rose from the ashes of defeat to become an even more dangerous foe for anyone or anything that stands in his way. This figure comes with approximately 22 points of articulation, eye patch head, bandaged head, and automatic rifle.

 

[NoodleChow]

This is great. Everyone comes with exactly what they needed to. Couple things I'd want in addition like an unbandaged Rick hand or a certain severed zombie head but not a huge deal. Makes me kinda sad we gotta wait till Octoooooberrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!!! Also hoping some of the older characters are revisited with the newer style hips. Mainly Glenn (w/ hat!) and Michonne (w/ Crazy Cheese!).

 

[ocielz]

What about T-Dog!?!?! I want a figure of Him

 

[mikeydajune]

Makes me wonder what series 7 will be. Rosita, Eugene, Gareth, Beth, Tara, Sasha, Bob?? Maybe a new character we haven't seen or an old character like Lori or Dale. But my choice for series 7 would be Rosita (AK submachine gun, Pistols and Knife) Eugene (Walkie Talkie, Pistol,) Gareth, (Pistol, Walkie Talkie, Knife,) Tara or Sasha or Beth with Tara having (Pistol, Knife, Assault Rifle) and Sasha having (MP5 machine gun, Spear, Knife) or Beth having (Revolver, Knife, Baby Judy)

 

[zombieshane]

Hehe. Rick comes with a hoe.

 

[TWD Daryl Dixon]

Haha hershel has a gun holster but no gun.

 

[spawnshop]

Haha hershel has a gun holster but no gun.

He will come with his pistol - no worries

 

[kassle]

Makes me wonder what series 7 will be. Rosita, Eugene, Gareth, Beth, Tara, Sasha, Bob?? Maybe a new character we haven't seen or an old character like Lori or Dale. But my choice for series 7 would be Rosita (AK submachine gun, Pistols and Knife) Eugene (Walkie Talkie, Pistol,) Gareth, (Pistol, Walkie Talkie, Knife,) Tara or Sasha or Beth with Tara having (Pistol, Knife, Assault Rifle) and Sasha having (MP5 machine gun, Spear, Knife) or Beth having (Revolver, Knife, Baby Judy)

I'm rooting for Beth as my main want.

Beyond that, I'd love to see Lori & Dale. Shane down the road, too.

If Rosita's role expands (which it probably will as I read she was upped from a Guest Star to a Series Regular for S5) she'd also be a nice looking figure along with Eugene.

 

[shiftyraccoon]

The comic book figures (especially black & white) are much nicer packages and figures IMO

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[kassle]

That new Andrea and Rick are AWESOME. They actually turned me on to collecting the Comic figs. Too good to pass up.

 

[Darkhuman]

Hey spawnshop. Any chance the gov v2 head fits on the v1 and vice versa? Also any chance you can get a packaging variant for either the gov v2 or Hershel where the fig comes with the heads swapped?? I'd track those down.

Wait is the alternate governor head the same sculpt as the v1 head??