Robot Kingdom have posted a set of 8 images on Facebook of what appears to be the first set of three items in NECA’s upcoming range of 40th Anniversary ALIEN 7 inch figures. This first round (of 3, totaling 9 figures) includes the translucent concept Alien suit, Ripley and Dallas in compression suit.
Each of these figures have previously been released by NECA but these offer fresh attention to detail, not least of which will be the faces printed onto the characters rather than painted on. This updated detail alone should be phenomenal. Other than that, we’ve seen ’em all before. Here’s some more info from Robot Kingdom’s online store, “Neca Alien – 7” Scale Action Figure – 40th Anniversary Assortment 1 set of 3 (Ripley (Jumpsuit), Dallas (Compression Suit), Big Chap (Concept)).Photos for reference only, exact product appearance is subject to manufacturer final confirmation. Preorder. Available in April 2020.” It appears like a potential ALIEN Day release to me and the price looks set to be US$69.90 for this set of 3 figures.
I must say, that motion tracker looks neat. Actually, they all do, but other than the tracker and the new Jones cat box accessory these characters are all repeats! When do we see Brett and Parker get released? Those 2 characters are definitely anxiously anticipated by fans.
-Windebieste.
This arm’s general appearance is good and when attached to a figure it will present well. Importantly, all six finger tips and the elbow spur are present and undamaged. It doesn’t appear to be cracked or be contaminated with glue residue at the ball joint, either. It just needs a little cleaning to get some of the dust and gank off it and it will look terrific. That’s no big deal of itself. Some hot water, mild dish washing detergent and an old toothbrush will work perfectly to remove any mange that is currently adhering to this limb.
Needless to say, it’s clearly a high starting point to commence bidding. For this kind of money you would want them to be in immaculate condition, at the very least. It’s hard to determine if that is the case on these images due to the fact the vac metal surface on the front may be displaying damage or they are simply reflections of a nearby dark surface. As someone recently commented on Facebook regarding one of these sales they would expect these pieces to be made of silver. That’s not an unreasonable expectation considering the asking price, but no. They are not. They’re just vac coated styrene. Completely worthless materials – except for the demand that surrounds them due to their age and them being in this shape, that is. Crazy stuff either way.
Here’s the word from BBTS, “Based on the 1986 Alien sequel, the MegaBox MB-10 features the Alien Queen as a transformable figure. This Alien Queen figure can change from menacing monster to a compact cube form.” The folding figure is made from translucent ABS and stands at almost 5 inches and folds down into a 2 inch convex polyhedron. 
It’s not just the arms on this item that are glued in place but the legs are too. Such repairs as these render these normally articulated joints immovable making the figure permanently fixed in this stance. The tail, hands and tongue all look like they can operate as normal but the major limbs will not move. That’s a sad waste of a potentially good figure that could have otherwise been salvaged and fully repaired retaining its full articulation. 
NECA have also provided us with a shot of their upcoming Brett figure facing the Alien. Complete with Jones in the background. I wonder if Jones will be an accessory to the Brett figure as much as he was an accessory to his murder. Anyway, here’s what NECA have to say about this release of figures, “The Alien 40th Anniversary collection is coming. 3 series of 3 figures each. Some amazing figure debuts! New accessories! Printed facial deco! Special packaging! Limited editions!!” 
The MEGA Alien Vent Attack Xenomorph is the eighth Edition in their MEGA series of static ALIEN figures. Here’s what Eaglemoss have to say about this item, “Your MEGA Alien Vent Attack Xenomorph Figurine has been cast in specially formulated metallic resin and painted by hand to show the alien part-way through in its iconic lunge with a gun under his feet. It captures the alien’s incredibly detailed exoskeleton, long talons, and coiled tail and stands over 25.5 cm tall on a vent like base.” 
They seem to like it. This version of the figure features updated sculpting, improved articulation and some accessories such as the egg, facehugger and chestburster. It all comes packaged in a nice, neat ALIEN poster themed gatefold box with a window displaying the figure when opened. Look, I think it’s just easier if you go 
So, once again, both legs, tail, quad dorsal appendages are present. As is the head, which is a little scuffed about but at least the jaws appear to work. While listed for US$275 (or Make Offer) it’s definitely not worth that kind of money. The Kenner Snake Alien included in the listing does nothing to justify the price. That 1992 vintage toy is worth about US$10. While there is nothing particularly special about this figure to justify it’s price, it does present other opportunities to understand a little known feature of these figures that is worth knowing. 
The pose of the anticipated 8 inch (Approximately 1:6 scale) metallic resin piece replicates the Alien’s crouching position as it intercepted and abducted Dallas while he was crawling around in the Nostromo’s air vents, attempting to flush the creature into the airlock with the flamethrower which is also present in this piece. It didn’t end too well for Dallas, now did it? No release details or pricing is available at this time.
The 3 figures are (from left to right) “Nigthfall”, “Midnight” and “Dusk” variants and each features fresh sculpts, notably of the head, arms, hands and feet. Super7 have this to say about this release, “”They’re coming out of the walls!” Super7 is terrified to debut the first releases in the new Aliens 3.75-inch ReAction Figures line! The figures are brand new sculpts based on the Alien Warriors from everyone’s favorite 2nd Alien movie.” These items are now 
Bidding starts at US$150 and the seller is offering the option to Buy Now at US$250. Not a bad deal despite the deficiencies this sample exhibits. Aside from the mutilated dome, which looks like the figure has had a nasty face plant and shattered the piece, it also has the lower right quad dorsal appendage rotated out of alignment which indicates internal damage to the piece. Not a killer issue of itself but still noteworthy as part of its condition. The four decades old toy is also covered in dust from long years of neglect. 
