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Masters of the Universe (MOTU) Collectibles from McFarlane, NECA, and Hasbro (via Mattel)
While all three companies produce highly detailed and sought-after action figures, their involvement with Masters of the Universe differs:
Mattel is the primary license holder and producer of Masters of the Universe toys, offering a wide range of products including the popular "Origins" and "Masterverse" lines. Masterverse figures, known for their 7-inch scale and 30 points of articulation, aim for high detail, targeting collectors. The Origins line features figures with a more vintage feel, inspired by the original 1980s cartoon. Mattel also produces playsets and vehicles, like the Talon Fighter and Point Dread.
NECA (National Entertainment Collectibles Association) has produced Masters of the Universe collectibles, including mini-busts and statues based on the 200x animated series. These were produced in a limited six-wave series, and some exclusives were offered at conventions.
Hasbro does not currently hold the Masters of the Universe license, meaning they do not produce MOTU action figures.
Key Highlights:
Mattel is the primary source for modern MOTU action figures, with lines like Origins (vintage-inspired) and Masterverse (collector-focused).
NECA has released limited lines of MOTU collectibles, including statues and busts.
Hasbro is not involved in producing Masters of the Universe figures at this time. I have amassed a considerable collection of action figures, numbering around a couple thousand, and produce short videos that combine music with action figures on YouTube. My hobbies revolve around collecting monster action figures and customizing action figures, which are activities that I greatly appreciate. Unveil a diverse collection of tailored action figures that celebrates the thrill of adventure and heroism. Browse my short videos and join a community that shares your interest. Together, let's unlock a realm of excitement and possibility, beginning with my Marvel and DC collection. Kitbashing is a process of taking parts from one or more model kits and combining them to create a new, unique model. It's essentially a form of customization that goes beyond the instructions provided with a single kit. This can involve anything from simply swapping heads or weapons to more complex modifications like adding scratch-built details or custom decals.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Origin: Kitbashing began in scale modeling.
Process: You take parts from different kits (often called "bits") and combine them.
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Purpose: Kitbashing allows for a personalized and unique look for your models.
Examples: Swapping heads, changing weapons, adding green stuff to fill gaps, replacing a gun with a different one.
Tools: You'll likely need tools like a hobby knife, file, and glue.
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