Summary
Significant for being the second figure in the Star Trek One:12 line, Hikaru Sulu showcases impressive attention to detail with a sculpted likeness of George Takei and a series-accurate fabric uniform. Unique accessories include a fencing sword, a communicator with a flip-up panel, and an alternate smiling head, enhancing playability and display options. This figure represents a notable addition to collectors, especially considering Sulu's historical importance as a groundbreaking character in the original series.
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Pros
- Exceptional likeness to George Takei, capturing the character’s essence.
- Includes two head sculpts: one serious and one smiling, enhancing display options.
- Comes with an extensive array of accessories, such as a phaser, communicator, tricorder, fencing sword, and an away team belt with holster.
- High-quality real fabric uniform with accurate details and tailored fit.
- Impressive articulation allows for dynamic posing, enhancing playability.
- Detailed paint applications with a focus on accuracy, though minor issues noted.
- Durable construction and quality tailoring of clothing, contributing to overall aesthetic.
Cons
- Ankle articulation could be improved for better range of motion.
- Minor paint issues, including misalignment on the smiling head’s eyes.
- Cloth uniform may be challenging to clean if soiled, raising concerns for collectors who display rather than store.
- Shirt may stretch with frequent removal for display changes.
- Limited character line with no further expansions planned beyond Sulu, Spock, and Kirk, limiting long-term collection potential.
Original Announcement and Product Info
Product Description
From the original Star Trek series and the bridge of USS Enterprise NCC-1701 comes Chief Helmsman, Hikaru Sulu, one of the iconic series’ most celebrated crew members. The groundbreaking character of Mr. Sulu, portrayed by the inimitable George Takei, bravely guided the starship during its original five-year mission.
Sulu was originally the department head of Astrosciences; he was also an accomplished botanist, fencer, noted expert on projectile weapons, and pilot of “antique” aircraft. He assumed command of the ship on at least four occasions, repeatedly proving himself a skilled and valuable member of the Enterprise crew. Hikaru Sulu went on to become Captain of his own vessel and was honored with a holographic portrait in Starfleet Headquarters.
Digitally modeled to craft an exceptional actor likeness and assembled on a One:12 Collective body with over 28 points of articulation, numerous accessories as well as interchangeable parts. This figure features a series accurate outfit to create an amazing collectable.
The One:12 Collective Hikaru Sulu features:
- Real fabric uniform with accurate trim and insignia
- Incredible sculpted details capturing the likeness of this groundbreaking character
- Leather-look screen matched boots
What’s in the box:
- Regular head
- Alternate smiling head
- Fists (L & R)
- Posing hands (L & R)
- Phaser holding hand (R)
- Communicator/Tricorder holding hand (L)
- Sword holding hand (R)
- Communicator with flip up panel
- Tricorder with opening top section
- Phaser
- Fencing sword
- Away Team belt with holster for communicator and phaser
- Display base with posing post
Each figure is packaged in a deluxe, fifth panel window box with translucent acetate slipcover. Designed for collector convenience, the packaging allows for both maximum protection as well as ease of removal for display.
As The One:12 Collective’s Star Trek line expands, come join us and boldly go where no collectible line has gone before.
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