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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Spoiler

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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[Spoofaloo]

Spawn, will series 6 show up at SDCC?

 

[spawnshop]

Spawn, will series 6 show up at SDCC?

No, I don't think so.

 

[Spoofaloo]

Look great!

 

[kassle]

Yay! Carol & Hershel look AMAZING.

Bring on Beth, Lori & Dale!!!

 

[ufnovaes]

Wow, really digging the sculpture on these! Next series I would like to see Beth and someone from the past seasons, like Dale, T Dog or Lori.

 

[spawnshop]

Wow, really digging the sculpture on these! Next series I would like to see Beth and someone from the past seasons, like Dale, T Dog or Lori.

Thanks guys for the compliments.
I totally agree, I keep pushing for TDog and Dale. Hopefully we'll see them soon.

 

[spawnshop]

Pics of both versoins of SDCC Exclusive Ezekiel; aslo in Package

 

[mikeydajune]

Dale, Lori, T-Dog, A redone Shane. or def the best choices for throwback figures

 

[mikeydajune]

Gareth, Beth, Eugene and Father Gabriel would be pretty sweet too. ah there are so many cool characters . I want a Bob and Sasha figure too

 

[kassle]

T-Dog doesn't really do a lot for me. He never really had his own story, and I kinda wonder if the poor dude had more than 20 lines put together. Heck, Lizzie had more story/lines than he ever did. Even The Guv's right hand man Martinez and his buddy Milton were more integral.

Since it feels like getting deceased characters is difficult, I would definitely prefer to see the major players (Dale & Lori). Sorry if I am raining on any parades - if he comes out I will be happy for those who want him.

 

[ocielz]

T-Dog for Life!!!!

 

[spawnshop]

T-Dog doesn't really do a lot for me. He never really had his own story, and I kinda wonder if the poor dude had more than 20 lines put together. Heck, Lizzie had more story/lines than he ever did. Even The Guv's right hand man Martinez and his buddy Milton were more integral.

Since it feels like getting deceased characters is difficult, I would definitely prefer to see the major players (Dale & Lori). Sorry if I am raining on any parades - if he comes out I will be happy for those who want him.

I'm partial to T-Dog since he gave his life to save Carol. He's one of the few characters in the show that mostly did the right thing with every decision. Plus I think he'd make a cool looking figure.

 

[shanerd]

I just want a Morgan figure! Even if he was only in two episodes (and hopefully more in the future), I just think Lennie James played that role so perfectly and he seems like such a dynamic character. Would love a figure based on his look from the "Clear" episode!

 

[kassle]

I hadn't thought of Morgan. He's definitely had some intense episodes. I'd definitely be interested in him at some point.

My Top 5 Wants (totally could change if Rosita, Eugene, Sasha, Tara or Father Gabriel do something really kickass when the season starts up):

1. Beth
2. Shane
3. Lori
4. Dale
5. Gareth (just anticipating a big season for this guy - if I'm wrong, he'll drop off)

I already ordered the "new" Shane. Planning on trying to rebody his head onto one of the more articulated bodies. Ideally I am hoping do a piecemeal thing with one dude's arms, another's torso and another's legs so that he looks unique. If it ends up looking nice, Shane will probably bump off my list.

 

[kassle]

The hi-res figure images are out. I saw em over at Toynewsi. I'd link, but I'm technically slow...

Anyway - wowsers. This is the only action figure line I collect, and these figures only reinforce how freaking amazing they are. Looks like the cast got miniaturized.

Abraham definitely looks better now that I can see his whole body. Balances out nicely. Carol is all kinds of awesome - the details on her outfit from boots to collar are really tight. Hershel literally looks alive. And as someone who didn't pick up one of the earlier Ricks, the best incarnation so far is here. Gonna look great with the display. Not sure which Governor I am going to lean toward, probably the new one but we'll see. The Zombie is pretty funny.

Anyway - great work Spawnshop. You guys blow it out of the water every time. Looking forward to the future.

 

[spawnshop]

The hi-res figure images are out. I saw em over at Toynewsi. I'd link, but I'm technically slow...

Anyway - wowsers. This is the only action figure line I collect, and these figures only reinforce how freaking amazing they are. Looks like the cast got miniaturized.

Abraham definitely looks better now that I can see his whole body. Balances out nicely. Carol is all kinds of awesome - the details on her outfit from boots to collar are really tight. Hershel literally looks alive. And as someone who didn't pick up one of the earlier Ricks, the best incarnation so far is here. Gonna look great with the display. Not sure which Governor I am going to lean toward, probably the new one but we'll see. The Zombie is pretty funny.

Anyway - great work Spawnshop. You guys blow it out of the water every time. Looking forward to the future.

Thanks for the compliment! We're definitely proud of how this line turned out so far. And I will say that I've already seen test shots of production, and the figures still look great. The portraits really held up in the molding process. Now lets just hope that they are painted well enough...

 

[ufnovaes]

Just saw the images.
The figures are looking fantastic!
Really happy about getting this Rick!

 

[kassle]

Thanks for the compliment! We're definitely proud of how this line turned out so far. And I will say that I've already seen test shots of production, and the figures still look great. The portraits really held up in the molding process. Now lets just hope that they are painted well enough...

You bet! It really is the coolest line going. And like I said - the only line I collect. You guys dragged me back in, kicking & screaming even though I gave up collecting years ago.

By the way - I cannot tell you how infinitely rad it is that you produced Carol. So many companies overlook the female characters...not to mention that no other line would have the balls to produce a grey-haired 40's/50's woman. She's an incredible character/actress and you knocked it out of the park. Really glad to have her (and Andrea, Maggie & Michonne) in the line.

 

[kassle]

Received Shane w/ hat in the mail. Definitely dig the more relaxed face sculpt. Decided to attempt a re-body/custom so he would slip into my collection a little more seamlessly.

After looking at screencaps online I thought about going for a few different looks, but in the end decided to try & approximate what the figure was wearing (minus the bare chest, nicely ripped as Shane may be).

 

[spawnshop]

Received Shane w/ hat in the mail. Definitely dig the more relaxed face sculpt. Decided to attempt a re-body/custom so he would slip into my collection a little more seamlessly.

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After looking at screencaps online I thought about going for a few different looks, but in the end decided to try & approximate what the figure was wearing (minus the bare chest, nicely ripped as Shane may be).


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Wow, very cool. After seeing this, I really want to push for a fully articulated Shane figure in an upcoming series to go with the others.