Tsume Art's new Batman statue headlines a batch of pre-orders spanning iconic characters.
Today’s Collectibles briefing centers around pre-order news and reveals that span a surprising breadth of themes and franchises, with notable releases in the superhero domain and a unique collectors’ edition figurine making waves.
Superhero Collectibles Dominate Pre-Orders
Tsume Art has unveiled a new 1/6 scale Batman Ikigai statue, drawing significant attention from collectors, as reported by DC Collectors. Inspired by Jim Lee’s celebrated artwork, the statue captures Batman in dynamic action and is expected to be a major draw for fans of high-end collectibles. Tsume opened pre-registration earlier, but today marks the official pre-order launch, with allocations closing by October 19.
Pre-order excitement doesn’t stop there, as McFarlane Toys gears up to launch a new wave of their 7-inch scale Page Punchers series, focusing on the Bat-Family, detailed by DC Collectors. This series accompanies each figure with a comic, tying them to specific story arcs and expanding the narrative for collectors. The lineup will be available from tomorrow and features a GameStop exclusive Batman Arkham City figure.
Upcoming Reveals at New York Comic Con
Mattel is stirring anticipation for its first DC Collector item, slated to be unveiled at New York Comic Con, as reported by DC Collectors. This marks Mattel’s renewed foray into the adult collectible market under its DC license. While exact details remain unclear, speculation includes the possibility of a prop replica rather than a traditional action figure. The official reveal is scheduled for October 8.
Funko Expands Masters of the Universe Line
The Masters of the Universe film adaptation has inspired new Funko Pop figures, spotlighting Skeletor as a centerpiece, according to B Toys. Curiously, Skeletor is the sole villain in this initial release, with additional antagonists only available directly through Funko’s website. Collectors looking to complete their set will need to navigate this limited availability.
Designer Toys and Sofubi Previews
In the designer toy realm, Emilio Garcia’s “Once Upon a Brain II” offers a fresh take on his Forbidden Brain series, drawing aesthetic cues from classic Disney fare, as detailed by TOYSREVIL. This edition is highly premium, utilizing a blend of resins and bronze.
For those interested in sofubi, SOFUVI CON Vol.10 will take place on September 22 in Osaka, spotlighting unique creator-driven pieces. Details from TOYSREVIL suggest a robust lineup for this one-day-only event.
Overall, it’s a rich period for superfan pre-orders and exclusive releases, with Gotham-themed items leading the charge this week.”
