DC Direct had a pretty good showing when it came to the statues. We’ve already shown you the Ultimate Showdown line and the Women of the DC Universe busts, but when I have to pick a favorite line of figures they put out I usually end up jumping to these ones. The Covergirls line outside of one exception is a fantastic line of figures. Every single one of them, except Batgirl, has a combination of strength and confidence that makes me happy to have them as part of my collection. I’ve been eagerly awaiting getting a full look at the Hawkgirl statue and to give the new Wonder Woman a chance in full statue mode. What do I see? Well I’m definitely really happy with the look of Hawkgirl but the Wonder Woman leaves something to be desired. I don’t know why. I just don’t feel … Thunderstruck! regardless as much as it annoys me that she looks like she’s rolling her eyes up as far as she possibly can, (She probably is reacting to the half jacket) it’s still better than the Batgirl which feels completely antithetical to the line.
The batman Black & White line continues to be stellar and I am absolutely loveing everything I’m seeing from it, especially that Bermejo Joker. The same could be said about all of the animated movie maquettes. Check out all the stuff they had to offer from these lines in the gallery. I’ll be back here giggling at the solicit for the Wonder Woman #600 statue.
Paradise lost …
Concrete jungle found.
The gods of Olympus abandoned the Amazons, leaving Paradise Island to its destruction. As Amazons were slaughtered, Queen Hippolyta ordered her daughter smuggled away, as retreating warriors were scattered to the four corners of the Earth.
And now …
In a bolt of lightning and a rumble of thunder, Wonder Woman is back in black … and red, and blue. Diana rules over the rock ‘n’ rubble, ready to roll and take on those who still seek to destroy the refugee Amazons.In biker boots and bracelets, the Amazon Princess screams dark and dangerous. Sleek and streamlined, Diana’s new costume oozes badittude and ready-for-fighting functionality. Inner-city smart and street-fighter savvy, this urban Amazon is heavy on metal and tough in leather.
Thanks to our resident toy photographer and reviews editor Stephen Donaldson for the fantastic photography from the show floor.
