Not to be confused with their already released Mini Epic ALIEN figures, Weta has announced their upcoming range of Micro Epic ALIEN figures, which will be even smaller. First up, is their super small Alien Queen. At less than 3 inches tall, she’s a diminutive piece of royalty. 
This tiny, stylised figure is made of PVC and features three points of articulation. It’s tiny. At 60mmh x 28mmw x 60mmd it’s barely over 2 inches tall. It is shipped inside a stackable perspex case featuring a rotating turntable. I guess if you want it to be taller you can buy more and just keep stacking them up on each other. Anyway, looks like a fun little piece.
Price point is US$17.99. Here’s what Weta have to say about this lovely little lady of the hive, “It was a pretty standard shrink-job to start with, but the machine got bumped and they came out really…small. Kinda weird-looking, too. I guess we could pretend we did them on purpose? Make a fancy little box for them, call ‘em ‘Micro Epics’ or something?”
Make sure you read the full product description and watch the fun video announcement. Weta clearly had waaaay too much fun with this one.
-Windebieste.
Here are the links to see more images and information regarding these dubious items. You will need to scroll down passed a slew of other remarkably questionable products and weird junk on their respective pages to find them. Have fun!
Kenner stamped all of these figures made in the USA with some basic manufacturer’s information; and visible on the right side of the trigger at the underside of the back of the head are the words “CPG PRODUCTS CORP. 1979”. It is a sure indication your Kenner ALIEN is a genuine item produced in that country. However, it’s absence does not necessarily mean a figure is a facsimile, or a bootleg or otherwise unlicenced or unauthorised product – and its presence doesn’t guarantee authenticity, either. 
Brett and Parker are must have characters, but do I really need another Alien? ….hmmm… maybe not; but it does look like this messy faced little bugger is an alternate version of NECA’s earlier 40th Anniversary figure. Only this time he’s in need of a good face wash and maybe use some dental floss to remove the sticking detritus of Brett and Parker’s brains from between his teeth. 
Due to be released in mid/late March, this book will be priced at US$45. Pre-ordering prior to release will grant the discount price of US$38, a saving of around 17%. Pre-orders at this lower price will remain available until the book is released. Here’s a description, “This unique book is dedicated to the exploration and greater understanding of the nefarious Kenner ALIEN action figure, released in 1979. Delve into the extraordinary history of the first commercially made toy based on an R-rated movie and discover how this unusual play thing became available for children as young as five years old. Designed to be many things, this book includes a complete historical documentation of the toy spanning four decades, a spotter’s guide for anyone wanting to purchase one of these expensive collectibles today and a repair manual for anyone interested in remedying common problems the infamous Kenner ALIEN action figure frequently displays. Any ALIEN fan, toy collector or pop culture enthusiast will welcome this book as an essential resource in their library..”
Custom ALIEN toys appear frequently on eBay. People often apply paint to them and make other modifications like this. Toes and faces are most frequently altered but this one has had paint applied to his chest, as well, lending a very striking appearance. The glow in the dark paint on the head is covered, so it probably won’t work any more. It’s teeth have been given a similar treatment, so they have lost their sheen. He’s also missing a few parts, too. Both tongue halves are absent as is the dome on the head and the crest on his back is also gone. Of interest, though, the slot into which that crest belongs is relatively intact. Sure, it’s showing some signs of stress discoloration but it’s still all there. You could easily fit a replacement crest into place and it would probably sit correctly, without falling out. It’s an interesting figure and notwithstanding the personal flourishes afforded to it, for $150, it will probably find a new home before too long if someone makes an offer. 
This is indeed a sweet tasting morsel of blended styrene shaped into one of the world’s most notorious toys. This Kenner ALIEN action figure has everything including the dome, shoulder crest and both tongue parts. Well, the box and accompanying poster aren’t present, but it’s a good solid clean looking critter and would make a great addition to someone’s toy trophy shelf. Someone will snap this up at a decent price. That is, if bidding doesn’t become some crazy tit for tat escalation. Mind you, those sales are fun to watch.
While 4 figure prices for one of these toys is common anywhere in the world, at this price you would want the package and contents to be complete. Sadly, this is not the case with this item. This sample, manufactured in the US, is good in all details but it is missing the head dome on the figure and the front plastic window from the box. Had these items both been present, then the asking price of AU$1,500 would be realistic (I can’t believe I said that. lol. but it’s true). Unfortunately, this level of incompleteness does knock a substantial amount off the value of the item.
Ripley with her new high tech printed face holding her flamethrower is accompanied by an assortment of new accessories. The motion tracker on the left and catbox on the right are new items entirely and have never previously appeared in NECA’s long running line of REEL TOYS ALIEN figures. Jones the cat on the far right will be his third appearance as an accessory in a NECA Ripley pack. The catbox appears to have a hinged front so it can be opened up and Jones can be roughly stuffed inside. Get back in yer box, Jones. You little shithead. 