NECA Twitter Flood.

Posted on 31/05/2018 by windebieste

We haven’t seen much in the way of information from NECA regarding ALIEN figures or News about them in recent months. NECA was completely dry on any reveals at this past ALIEN Day in April. Lately, there’s been a flood of very promising tidbits on Twitter by NECA. Here take a look at this selection. There’s probably something for everyone!

Firstly, it’s looking highly likely we’ll be seeing more Kenner tribute items soon. Possibly at SDCC. I read in another Tweet, ALIEN Resurrection figures might be on display there:

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VIDEO REVIEW: Eaglemoss Neomorph Figure.

Posted on 28/05/2018 by windebieste

It’s time for a video review from Baptiste Coudert. Everyone’s favourite Frenchman in the ALIEN Collector community. This time around he’s unboxing and giving us the low down on the recently released Eaglemoss’ iteration of that dastardly rascal, the Planet 4 Neomorph.

Once again, Baptiste shares with us his opinion and provides a comprehensive insight into the figure and the package.

Thank you, Baptiste. As usual, a short and concise no nonsense appraisal of the subject being assessed. Very welcome.

-Windebieste.

Updated V0.30 HIDEOUS PLASTIC Preview Edition – SOON.

Posted on 25/05/2018 by windebieste

Let’s keep the 39th Anniversary Celebration of the release of ALIEN alive with a little announcement, shall we? Very soon, I will be releasing a 30+ page excerpt from the book, HIDEOUS PLASTIC – In stores everyone can hear you scream.

The excerpt contained in the ‘Preview Edition’ will be the first chapter of the book in its entirety, dealing with the history of the 1979 Kenner ALIEN action figure.

My reasons for releasing this portion of the book publicly is manifold. Promotional intention is definitely a good reason and high on the list; but I have other motivations needing to be accommodated. Of most importance, this item will be the last opportunity to make corrections and other changes or additions before the entire manuscript is passed onto an Editor. Once in the Editor’s hands, the content MUST be accurate.

To this end, I am hoping the Preview Edition will be passed around to people who will be in a position (former Kenner employees, for example) to help with the final push to make this book as accurate as possible. During the course of writing this volume, I’ve discovered some ‘truths’ that are simply out of touch with reality. If any such inaccuracies still exist in the text, this will be the last opportunity to see them corrected and eliminated prior to publication.

I will need feedback in this regard. The Preview Edition V0.30 will be available to download from the sidebar at right. See the already extant right hand sidebar items currently marked by a pair of ‘PLACEHOLDER’ graphics? Yeah. That’s where it will be available for download. FREE. The Download and Patreon items will both go live on the same date, June 15, 2018.

I’m looking forward to posting this new version of the Preview Edition. An earlier version (since removed due to it becoming redundant) was posted previously on this site and the feedback I received from that earlier iteration was invaluable. I expect the new version will generate just as much useful information, advice, recommendations and revelations.

Thank you for your time. I’m looking forward to June 15 to share this updated excerpt with you. In the meantime, have a happy 39th ALIEN Anniversary. 🙂

Anybody wanting to contact me prior to June 15 may do so.

-Windebieste.

Prototype Gallery Update – 1979 Kenner ALIEN.

Posted on 25/05/2018 by windebieste

Today is May 25, making today the 39th Anniversary of the release of ALIEN in US cinemas. As far as I am concerned today is the real ALIEN Day – it carries a lot more significance than that 4/26 silliness, fun as it is. Let’s celebrate this fine occasion with something truly unique; nothing short of a set of valuable relics from those bygone days when our multi jawed friend first started terrorising innocent audience members. Those poor souls who thought ALIEN was just going to be another light hearted space adventure like Star Wars, which was released exactly 2 years earlier. …but I digress.

What we see here is a set of wax dorsal appendages (and tail) from an early sculpt of the original 1979 Kenner ALIEN action figure. These parts – along with a handful of others – are all that survive of this unique version of the figure. From these wax sculpts, moulds would have been generated from which the final figure would have eventually been cast. Yeah. They’re kind of important when you realise you are looking at the earliest known stage of the figure’s 3D development.

This image is just one of several that have been added to the page dedicated to prototype items associated with the old 1979 Kenner ALIEN toy.

Thank you Derek Ho for sharing these images, right on time to celebrate the movie’s 39th Anniversary.

-Windebieste.

Prototype Gallery Update – Arachnid Alien.

Posted on 25/05/2018 by windebieste

Today, for your entertainment, we have a set of fresh images of the head of Kenner’s 1993 Arachnid Alien. This squat little critter’s rotating rubber head could squirt water. It also has a switch on the figure’s back to operate its legs and arms.

You can find a couple more images of this curious prototype head on its very own gallery page dedicated to this item right here.

Thank you, Cesar AV Rarámuri, for the kind permission to post these images on our gallery.

-Windebieste.

Eaglemoss Dr. Gediman Figure.

Posted on 24/05/2018 by windebieste

Towards the end of the year, Eaglemoss will be releasing issue #42 in their series of ALIEN and PREDATOR figurines. This one will feature Dr. Gediman, one of the research scientists aboard the Auriga ship that appears in ALIEN: Resurrection. Looks like Dr. Gediman will be available sometime later this year, December 2018, to be more precise.

You can pre-order Dr. Gediman (about to be abducted by his ‘beautiful butterfly’) now from Big Bad Toy Store. Price will be US$29.99.

It’s great to see Eaglemoss taking up the challenge of releasing these lesser appreciated characters. I’m hoping to see ALIEN: Isolation’s Dr. Kuhlman become available for pre-order one day from Eaglemoss. That would be neat.

-Windebieste.

52toys MEGABOX ALIEN figure.

Posted on 20/05/2018 by windebieste

Japanese company, 52toys, is releasing a new ‘Transformer’ style ALIEN toy. The MegaBox MB-01 ALIEN features a Xenomorph figure that is able to transform into a compact cube. It also includes a Facehugger and Alien egg.

Big Bad Toy Store have the MEGABOX Alien ready for pre-order. Price is US$29.99. Release is estimated to be sometime in June, 2018.

By the way, here’s a nice fun video of the MB-01 in glorious stop motion animation!

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AvP2 PC Game Custom Figures.

Posted on 16/05/2018 by windebieste

I’m a big fan of the old 2001 PC game, ALIENS vs PREDATOR 2. There’s still a dedicated following for the old Multi and Single Player title, too. While some people are dedicated to just playing the game others are busy making their own custom figures based on characters appearing in it.

Mr. Fenrirs Customs is a good case in point. Here’s some of his custom AvP2 pieces. This is Private Harrison confronting the Heavy Predator.

These items use NECA figures as bases for the work performed on them. If you’re an AvP2 fan and into ALIEN (and/or PREDATOR) toys, collectibles or custom builds then you’ll find these fine examples very satisfying, right down to the details on the chest armor and shotgun Harrison is carrying. Now, If only NECA will pick up that (impossible to acquire) AvP2 licence and produce figures based on one of the series most popular AvP video games. These custom items are certainly the next best thing. Continue reading →

OPERATION: ALIENS Style Manual Contents.

Posted on 10/05/2018 by windebieste

Sometimes, really interesting stuff emerges from nowhere. Like the style guide for Kenner’s OPERATION: ALIENS tie in merchandise. A range of toys suitable for children AGES 4 AND UP, yet based on an R-rated movie. This time Kenner did it right.

Images of the style guide – and an explanation of what it actually is – has taken up permanent residency on our Prototype Figures pages. Well worth a peek into an obscure and little known process of movie tie-in merchandise development.

All images courtesy of Derek Ho. Thanks for sharing with us all.

-Windebieste.

Silver ALIEN Ring by Torch Torch.

Posted on 08/05/2018 by windebieste

There’s a ton of ALIEN themed jewelry available and normally I don’t post about it mainly because I’m more interested in toys. This may actually be a first, so here goes…

Torch Torch are releasing an ALIEN themed piece of hardware to adorn your body. A ring, that is, featuring the elongated head of our favourite bogieman. Personally, I don’t own any jewelry but the head sculpt on this item is so phenomenal, I’d buy this if I could afford it. And then I’d probably just keep it in a box – which is no doubt the fate of most of these.

At almost 2 inches long, this is going to be one big piece of silver to have sitting on your finger and the price is expected to be US$475. Pre-orders along with a fine selection of extra images on SideShow Collectibles are now live.

-Windebieste.

Hiya Toys Covenant Critters Pre-order.

Posted on 05/05/2018 by windebieste

Big Bad Toy Store has details regarding Hiya Toys upcoming 1/18 scale figures based on creatures appearing in the recently released ALIEN Covenant. Both, the Neomorph and Protomorph figures are ready for pre-order.

More information is also available on both of these items. The 4.5 inch tall plastic Neomorph is fully articulated. It also includes interchangeable hands and head. Alternatively, the 5.5 inch tall Protomorph is also fully poseable and includes an alternate pair of hands. Continue reading →

VIDEO REVIEW: Eaglemoss’ Prometheus Trilobite.

Posted on 04/05/2018 by windebieste

2 video reviews in one day by Baptiste Coudert is a treat! Here he is once again with another Eaglemoss video review. Celebration time, I say! This time, he’s tackling the giant ancestor of all things that enjoy face raping their victims, the joy and wonder that is the PROMETHEUS trilobite. Check it out.

I have always enjoyed Baptiste’s video reviews and can’t wait for the next item from the Frenchman with the hairy arms. OK, maybe they’re not that hairy… ah, just go watch the video, alright?

Thanks once again, Baptiste. Another great insight. This time he’s taking a peek at Eaglemoss version of this oversized and unsightly, tentacled thing.

-Windebieste.

VIDEO REVIEW: Eaglemoss’ Amanda Ripley.

Posted on 04/05/2018 by windebieste

My favourite French Facebook friend, Baptiste Coudert, has released a new video review for you to enjoy. This time he takes a peek into Eaglemoss’ figurine release of Amanda Ripley, the main character whose shoes you fill in the video game, ALIEN Isolation.

I love ALIEN Isolation. For a video game, it succeeded in ways movies just can’t. Scary movies are one thing, but I can chomp ’em down without so much as a tremor coz I’m so Manly.

Now, this ALIEN Isolation game, thingy? That’s a different story. The interactive Creative Assembly title had me squealing and whimpering like the pathetic little Girly Man I really am. Yep. I’m scared of a video game. Shameful, I know, but true. Love Amanda Ripley and Eaglemoss treatment of her looks sweet. Thank you, Baptiste.

-Windebieste.

Prototype Gallery Update.

Posted on 04/05/2018 by windebieste

This past week I’ve been working on updating a few pages in the Prototype Gallery. While there have been no new characters added to the gallery, some adjustments and additions have been made to existing pages.

First, some photos of a hardcopy of Kane wearing his compression suit has been added to the page featuring production samples of this particular figure. Images of photographic slides of the Kane figure have also been added. Those things are neat.

Next, photos of a different sample of the Pod/Locust Alien have been added to its respective page. This character’s page was also extant page so it helps to provide variety and other insights on these curious items. Especially considering it remains unproduced.

Finally, images of the original 3.75 inch Alien figure have been adjusted and a complete make over of this page has been performed. Images are now spread throughout the text and are better identified thus giving them a greater sense of progression through the figure’s development.

Images and additional input from Steve Dwyer has been very welcome in improving the content and making adjustments on these pages. Thank you, Steve.

-Windebieste.

HCG ALIEN Covenant 27 Inch Statue

Posted on 03/05/2018 by windebieste

The Hollywood Collectibles Group has announced pre-orders for their upcoming and officially licenced ALIEN Covenant statue

Here’s what HCG have to say about what promises to be a large, high quality item “We are proud to present our Officially Licensed 1:4 Scale Xenomorph statue from Alien Covenant!
This magnificent Xenomorph stands an imposing 27” tall, and was recreated in 1:4 scale using the original 3D digital files from the movie.Constructed from polystone and mixed media, this intricately detailed statue perfectly captures this terrifying Xenomorph. Each piece is hand finished and then individually hand painted to capture the smallest detail.”

This item is 27 inches tall, including the base and it will cost US$799.95. You can read more about it along with over a dozen photos on their online pre-order page. Continue reading →

Funko 8 Bit Video Game ALIEN Pop! Figure.

Posted on 01/05/2018 by windebieste

Looks like Funko have a new ALIEN Pop! figure coming out inspired by the old school NES ALIEN 3 videogame. This will be the 2nd time we’ve seen an ‘8 bit’ Alien released by Funko.It appears to be a similar treatment NECA applied to their NES video game Dog Alien released a few years back with each side of the character finished in either blue or orange. The new Funko figure is exclusive to Entertainment Earth and will be released in June. Pre-orders are now available.