Batman The Dark Knight Returns
Blue/Yellow - Previews Exclusive
- Property:
- DC Universe
- MSRP:
- $69.99
- Pre-Order Date:
- Nov 1, 2014
- Expected Ship Date:
- April 2015
- Release Date:
- May 1, 2015
- Exclusive Release:
- Previews Exclusive
- Limited Production:
- —
- Diamond:
- —
Summary
The Dark Knight Returns Batman PREVIEWS Exclusive figure is the inaugural release of the One:12 Collective line, featuring a meticulously tailored cloth costume based on Batman's early comic book appearance with a distinctive light blue color scheme and smaller yellow-black bat symbol. It includes two interchangeable heads with detailed cowl texturing, multiple hand options, a rifle and thigh belt accessory unique to this and the Mezco exclusive variant, and a dynamic display stand with cape clips for dramatic posing. This figure is notable for blending high articulation and realistic fabric outfitting in a 6" scale, capturing the gritty aesthetic of Frank Miller’s iconic graphic novel.
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Reviews & Info
Pros
- Exclusive PREVIEWS variant featuring the blue and yellow color scheme from early “The Dark Knight Returns” comics
- Meticulously tailored cloth costume with color-matched fabric and plastic pieces for authentic appearance
- Subtle cowl texturing and a washed-out palette with dark grey face wash for comic-accurate look
- Over 32 points of articulation with double-jointed elbows and knees, ball-jointed neck with good rotation
- Articulated shoulders with shifting armpit joints and good hip articulation
- Multiple accessories including two interchangeable angry head sculpts, four sets of hands (fists, open palms, gripping, batarang-holding)
- Rifle with scope and strap, grappling hook with detailed sculpt and rope, leg strap of pouches, and display stand with flight and pegged configurations
- Flight stand includes adjustable wires and cape clamps for dynamic posing
- Paintwork matches fabric costume perfectly, including cape and rubbery belt
- Hands are easy to swap and well sculpted with detailed seams and wrinkles
- Cape features weighted rubberized edges for natural drape and poseability
- Display base replicates the iconic “Dark Knight Returns” lightning bolt cover design with collector-friendly packaging
Cons
- Flight stand cape clamps are finicky; some wires prone to popping out or breaking
- Limited neck tilt articulation despite ball joint
- Previews exclusive lacks foot with holster and handgun accessory present in standard release
- Slight paint slippage around mask edges and eyes; gums and teeth paint is darker and may not appeal to all
- Ankle pivot is minimal, limiting foot articulation range
Original Announcement and Product Info
A PREVIEWS Exclusive! Mezco redesigns the 6” scale figure by combining poseable action figures with real cloth outfitting, in a similar fashion to the 1/6th scale and larger collectables, for the new One:12 Collective line.
Combining superior sculpting with an abundance of articulation, the One:12 Collective figures feature over 32 points of articulation, capable of over 40,000 possible poses.
Digitally sculpted by the industry’s finest artists and painstakingly engineered by Mezco’s production team is a state of the art collectable that holds up to real play.
The line kicks off with Batman: The Dark Knight Returns figure, available exclusively through PREVIEWS. The costume is meticulously tailored and uses specially selected materials to create the highest standard of outfitting and drapery at the 6” scale.
Fabrication, color, drapery, comparative scale and mobility are all closely considered to bring the finest attire achievable. The figure includes a display base as well as a multitude of accessories.
These accessories are designed to have a “real world” look to further make the figure seem like it has truly come to life. These accessories, also precisely crafted, range from changeable parts to character specific weapons, equipment and props.