Batman Ascending Knight
- Property:
- DC Universe
- MSRP:
- $80.00
- Pre-Order Date:
- Aug 1, 2017
- Expected Ship Date:
- January 2018 - March 2018
- Release Date:
- Apr 1, 2018
- Exclusive Release:
- —
- Limited Production:
- 7,332
- Diamond:
- —
Summary
A unique interpretation of Batman's first year, this figure blends classic Golden Age design elements—such as the long, sharp-eared cowl and smaller chest emblem—with a contemporary, "work-in-progress" suit reflecting an early, trial-and-error phase in his crime-fighting career. It stands out in the line for its extensive accessories including ten batarangs, a grappling gun with multiple hooks, a tranquilizer dart wrist crossbow, and a distinctive "bat-brick" melee weapon, emphasizing Batman’s evolving arsenal. As the first chapter in a planned trilogy, it narratively and visually explores Batman’s origins with high articulation and detailed sculpting that captures a raw, developing Dark Knight.
Featured in 3 Public Collections
Reviews & Info
Pros
- Unique interpretation of Batman’s first-year suit blending Golden Age, Year One, and elements from various eras
- Leather-like cape with pleather material that drapes realistically and can be posed over or behind shoulders
- Detailed headsculpts, especially the Batman cowl with long, sharp ears and the expressive Bruce Wayne portrait
- Over 30 points of articulation with a two-piece neck design allowing extensive head movement
- Improved ankle articulation for deep, natural stances
- Extensive accessories including two heads, seven interchangeable hands, ten batarangs, a heavy assault Bat-brick, wrist crossbow with tranq darts, grappling gun with three interchangeable hooks, and display stand with adjustable arm and cape display kit
- 3D chest insignia recessed into the suit, hand-painted detailing on belt and accessories
- Spandex outfit with body armor detail, spiked wrist cuffs, SAP gloves, and highly detailed tactical boots
- Includes branded storage bag for accessories and hands
- Utility belt designed to adjust with poses and holds grappling gun holster
Cons
- Cape is non-wired, causing posing limitations and occasional interference with articulation
- Limited ankle pivot and no toe hinge, restricting some foot articulation
- Batman cowl head frequently pops off during handling
- Minor stray paint marks on masked head sculpt; overall paint slightly less perfect than other One:12 figures
- Bruce Wayne head sculpt less realistic, described as stylized or animated-appearance
- Suit color scheme (grey and black) less visually striking than all-black variant, leading to less overall appeal
- No purple gloves included despite early Batman inspiration; some collectors expected this detail
Original Announcement and Product Info
Product Description
Every Knight has a beginning and the One:12 Collective’s Batman starts here. Batman—Ascending Knight is part of a trilogy: A beginning, a middle and an end. The Ascending Knight is Batman in his first year; designed to be contemporary but still have a first appearance feel. This is the Batman of 10 years ago, as he just began his war on crime.
At the start of his crime-fighting career Bruce Wayne is still working things out, finding what works and what doesn’t. Some of his tech and gear is still a bit unfinished and raw. His Bat Suit is bulky, showing that he has not yet fine-tuned it.
Of course the design pays homage to Batman as he first appeared in Detective Comics. The shape of his cowl, the shorter gloves and the smaller symbol on his chest are all inspired by his original debut in the comics.
The One:12 Collective Batman—Ascending Knight features:
- One (1) detailed Batman head portrait
- One (1) detailed Bruce Wayne head portrait
- A One:12 Collective body with over 30 points of articulation
- Hand-painted, authentic detailing
- Over 16cm tall
- Seven (7) interchangeable hands including: One (1) pair of fists (L & R) One (1) pair of Batarang holding hands (L & R) One (1) pair of posing hands (L & R) One (1) grappling-hook holding hand (R)
Costume:
- Cowled Head
- Spandex outfit with body armor detail
- Leather-like cape
- 3D chest insignia
- Spiked wrist cuffs and SAP gloves
- Utility belt with grapple gun holster
- Highly detailed tactical boots
Accessories:
- One (1) grappling gun
- One (1) closed grappling hook for grappling gun
- One (1) open grappling hook for grappling gun
- One (1) open grappling hook with attached rope
- Six (6) Batarangs
- One (1) heavy assault Batarang (Bat-brick)
- One (1) tranq-dart wrist crossbow
- One (1) One:12 Collective display base with logo
- One (1) One:12 Collective adjustable display post
Each One:12 Collective Batman—Ascending Knight figure is packaged in a deluxe, collector friendly box, designed with collectors in mind, there are no twist ties for easy in and out of package display.