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Post by Peev34 on Jun 9, 2006 23:42:49 GMT -5
Thanks to a tip from LoG member larry, I headed to Barnes & Noble to find the Dc Direct Superman/Batman 2-pack. I expected a simple re-packing of the figures already released, but what I found was a very nice surprise! As you can see below, we have the Superman and Batman figures from the "Public Enemies" line, but both are repainted in a flat paint that looks FAR SUPERIOR to the original glossy figures....especially Superman. As an added bonus, the set also comes with the collected Public Enemies graphic novel! $29.99 and available now!
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Post by JokerFC on Jun 10, 2006 4:47:26 GMT -5
this is a great set and your right man Id say that Supes is way better.
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Post by Jack-Ups on Jun 10, 2006 8:51:25 GMT -5
[glow=red,2,300]Yeah I really like those they would be a great addition to my collection! ;D[/glow]
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Post by ??The Riddler?? on Jun 10, 2006 9:05:39 GMT -5
Thanks for the tip Peev, seems like an incredible deal! I will have to stop by and get one sometime.
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Post by levere on Jun 10, 2006 10:36:15 GMT -5
FYI, in case you don't have a B & N near you, this set is not actually a B & N exclusive. In addition to B & N, I've now seen it at Chapters and at two LCBS. Amazon has it as well for only $18.89: www.amazon.com/gp/product/1401211283/sr=8-1/qid=1149862229/ref=sr_1_1/103-6124622-9311067?%5Fencoding=UTF8It's good to know that the Batman is different as well. It was too hard for me to tell without having the PE Batman right next to the boxed set. I was hesitant about picking up the set just for Superman but if Batman is different too, then that's all I need to know. I think I'll go ahead and order one through Amazon. *edit* Peev, did they by any chance fix Batman's arms and/or torso so that he can actually lower them more to his sides?
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Post by NEW BATMAN on Jun 10, 2006 15:00:40 GMT -5
this is cool! im thinking about getting this set. with a better superman and a better batman with clean paint jobs and great quality, and most of all a graphic novel to match the figures. this is great work on DCD's part.
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Post by Peev34 on Jun 10, 2006 23:02:32 GMT -5
Well, sorry for the misleading post guys! It is indeed not a BN exclusive as I was originally informed. It is however limited to bookstores and comic shops as well as Amazon via Borders.
Now, as far as the figures go, there are no further changes other than the repaints. Superman is completely redone in a flat paint, while Bats is in what I would call a "semi-gloss", not as bright as the original.
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Post by TheQuestion on Jun 13, 2006 13:16:43 GMT -5
Hmm can't say that I'd run out and buy it. But I like how the figures match the design of the characters on the book's cover.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 15, 2006 17:24:27 GMT -5
I work at a Barnes & Noble in Minnesota and these things sold like crazy. I didn't know if they were going to be exclusives or not, but my local comic shop was jealous!
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Post by The Dark Knight on Jun 20, 2006 2:02:55 GMT -5
They're pretty nice! A little bulky on the legs. Not something I'd spend my money on. But since it's so cheap, I guess it'll be on my Considering list
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Post by dasknight on Jun 20, 2006 3:36:02 GMT -5
They're pretty nice! A little bulky on the legs. My thoughts exactly. Batman on steroids anyone? Still I'll check them out at my LCS tomorrow.
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Post by PJ on Jun 20, 2006 5:37:16 GMT -5
I'm still on the fence about getting this. I've looked for it at a few book store in the area over the last few days, but didn't find it. I just don't know if I want to order it. Congrats on your find. PJ
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Post by batman1973 on Jun 23, 2006 12:29:53 GMT -5
I got my at BN yesterday, and I loves it.
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Post by Severen on Jul 1, 2006 3:09:53 GMT -5
The thing that bugs me most about the Batman is that his arms are so far away from his side, looks like he's doing the chicken dance or something. Superman looks a little more natural, but it seems like Batman's arms can't come any closer to his torso tha that from everything I've seen. Otherwise I probably would have picked up this set, even though I'm only a lukewarm fan of McGuiness' stuff.
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Post by wetstereorebel on Jul 1, 2006 18:53:48 GMT -5
Got the set a few days ago. Wasn't really crazy about the figures until I read the graphic novel. Now I really like them. I think they really captured the 'cartoonish' aspects of McGuinness. I mean, come on, it's a cool figure and a fun read for under $20. AND you get a decent (if not somehow strangely demonic looking) Supes figure. How can you lose?
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