Category Archives: DC Direct

Batman: Mask of the Phantasm addenum

Posted on December 30, 2015 by OAFE

Before The Phantasm made it to movie screens, there were many other potential designs worked on. Thanks to the HBO First Look "Behind The Mask - Making of Mask Of The Phantasm," here are a few of the rejected versions: … Continue reading →

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BtAS Riddler addendum

Posted on November 4, 2015 by OAFE

Today's review of Riddler brought to mind an art tip from Kevin Maguire in Wizard's "Basic Training" feature: I'm well aware of the irony in using the Joker to illustrate the "two-face theory," but I've used it with him more … Continue reading →

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Rustin's Spoils of the Week #168

Posted on July 30, 2015 by Rustin Parr

Okay, here's another batch of stuff I got recently mixed with stuff I've been sitting out on for months. Some of this comes from great deals online or burning through Toys R Us Rewards points, and some just form simple … Continue reading →

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"Batman: the Animated Series" toys get advertised

Posted on July 10, 2015 by OAFE

And now, some more OAFEry:A Super Awkward Thanksgiving Lego Batman: The Animated Series Rustin's Spoils of the Week #201 Arkham Knight Mystery Minis - Mr. Freeze exclusive review Harley Quinn addendum - MAFEX vs. Mattel

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SDCC 2015 - DC Collectibles

Posted on July 9, 2015 by Rustin Parr

DC Direct had the unenviable task of being the first toy manufacturer panel of the Con, hosting their presentation just one paltry hour after the Exhibitor Hall doors opened and when most folks are still seeing the sights and attempting … Continue reading →

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Rustin's Spoils of the Week #164

Posted on June 10, 2015 by Rustin Parr

Work - am I right guys? Thanks for you everlovin' blue-eyed patience with the variable time constraints on getting this column up! Here's kind of a fun one as I continue to get caught up on my deep backlog. Today … Continue reading →

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Rustin's Spoils of the Week #159

Posted on April 9, 2015 by Rustin Parr

Last weekend was WonderCon (formerly WonderCon Anaheim [formerly WonderCon, but in San Francisco]) in sunny Anaheim, CA, and yours truly made a day of it, stalking about for some sweet finds, fun buys and shocking revelations. Join me, won't you, … Continue reading →

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Kingdom Come action figure poster

Posted on March 13, 2015 by OAFE

DC's Kingdom Come miniseries was one of the biggest hits of the '90s, and inspired its own line of action figures from DC Direct. Someone used those figures to make a poster homaging the series' iconic covers: l-r: (back row) … Continue reading →

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DC fixing its breakage issues

Posted on January 30, 2015 by OAFE

DC asked, and you answered. And now they're doing something about it. We received fan questions asking about quality issues with DC Collectibles product, so we wanted to take a moment to give you a look at where we are … Continue reading →

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DC quality control issues

Posted on December 16, 2014 by OAFE

Have you had trouble with DC Direct products, lately? Broken joints, bad paint, etc.? They want to hear from you. Any recourse for a broken ankle on my brand new DC Collectibles Batman Animated Series figure, @DCComics? pic.twitter.com/lODPMhjSSE — Brandon … Continue reading →

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