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''[[Heroes]]'' '''action figures''' include [[Claire]], [[Hiro]], [[Mohinder]], [[Peter]], and [[ |
''[[Heroes]]'' '''action figures''' include [[Claire]], [[Hiro]], [[Mohinder]], [[Peter]], [[Sylar]], [[Noah]], [[Linderman]], [[Niki]], [[Claude]], [[Matt]], [[The Haitian]], [[Nathan]], [[Elle]], [[Adam]], [[Ando]], and [[Maya]]. |
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== About == |
== About == |
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The ''Heroes'' action figures are produced by Mezco Toyz. Each articulated figurine is approximately 7″ and comes with 3 3/4″ diorama scenes. Larger, more detailed "deluxe" figures are also |
The ''Heroes'' action figures are produced by Mezco Toyz. Each articulated figurine is approximately 7″ and comes with 3 3/4″ diorama scenes. Larger, more detailed 9″ "deluxe" figures are also scheduled for a 2009 release. |
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===Series 1=== |
===Series 1=== |
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Series 1 of the 7″ action figures were released in early June 2008 (excluding the limited edition variants). Characters include: |
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Characters include: |
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* [[Sylar]] -- includes [[brain]], [[Telekinesis|glass shooting hand]], baseball cap, and [[:Image:Painting_unfinished.jpg|painting]] |
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* [[ |
* [[Claire Bennet]] -- includes [[Regeneration|wounded head]], wounded arm, and [[:Image:Lindermans_archives_autopsy.jpg|painting]] |
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** Fire Rescue Claire Bennet -- includes alternate arm, alternate head, and [[:Image:Painting_the_trainwreck.jpg|painting]] ([http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3052921 Toys 'R Us] exclusive) |
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* [[Peter Petrelli]] -- includes alternate [[Radiation|glowing hands]], messenger bag, and [[:Image:Painting_burning_man.jpg|painting]] |
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** "[[Flight|Flying]]" Peter Petrelli -- includes [[flight]] stand, and [[:Image:Painting_peter_flying.jpg|painting]] ([http://previews.diamondcomics.com Diamond Previews] exclusive) |
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* [[Mohinder Suresh]] -- includes ''[[Activating Evolution]]'' book, messenger bag, and [[painting]] |
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* [[ |
* [[Mohinder Suresh]] -- includes ''[[Activating Evolution]]'' book, messenger bag, and [[:Image:Mohinder_painting.jpg|painting]] |
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** [[Times Square]] [[Space-time_manipulation|Teleport]] Hiro Nakamura -- includes [[Kensei sword|sword]] (with sheath), messenger bag, alternate head, and display base ([http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3052922 Toys 'R Us] exclusive) |
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''Limited edition'' Series 1 variants include: |
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* "[[Invisibility|Phasing]]" Peter Petrelli -- includes messenger bag, and [[painting]] ([http://www.wizarduniverse.com/mar089016.html Wizard Entertainment] exclusive -- limited to 500) |
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* "[[Invisibility|Invisible]]" Peter Petrelli -- includes messenger bag, and [[painting]] ([http://www.wizarduniverse.com/mar089017.html Wizard Entertainment] exclusive -- limited to 1,000) |
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* "[[Precognition|Painting]]" Sylar -- includes easel, paint brush (with palette), and [[:Image:Dead_isaac_series%2C_sylar.jpg|painting]] ([http://www.dvaspecial.com/Consumer-Outlet/Toys-and-Games/Heroes-Painting-Sylar-Action-Figure-2008-Comic-Con-Special-Edition-New-Toy for sale at DV&A Consumer Outlet]) |
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* [[Hiro Nakamura (explosion future)|Future Hiro]] -- includes [[Kensei sword]], and sheath ([http://www.mezcotoyz.com/store/detail.aspx?ID=592 2008 Con] exclusive -- limited to 3,000) |
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Miniature 3 3/4″ versions of [[Sylar]], [[Claire Bennet]], [[Peter Petrelli]], [[Mohinder Suresh]], [[Hiro Nakamura]], and [[Hiro Nakamura (explosion future)|Future Hiro]] are currently being planned for a 2009 release. |
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===Series 2=== |
===Series 2=== |
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Series 2 of the action figures |
Series 2 of the 7″ action figures were released in late September 2008 (excluding the limited edition variants). Characters include: |
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* [[ |
* [[Matt Parkman]] -- includes [[Aron's diamonds|bag of diamonds]], [[Matt's side arm|handgun]], and [[Molly Walker]] |
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* [[ |
* [[Noah Bennet]] -- includes [[Noah's cell phone|cell phone]], [[infrared goggles]], [[The Company's taser guns|taser]], [[The Company's guns|handgun]], and removable [[Horn-rimmed glasses|glasses]] |
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* [[Niki |
* [[Niki Sanders]] -- includes mirror, [[Jessica's gun|handgun]], and alternate [[Jessica]] head |
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** [[Jessica Sanders]] (with [[Helix]] tattoo) -- includes mirror, [[Jessica's gun|handgun]], and alternate [[Niki]] head |
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* [[Mr. Linderman]] -- includes (dead) flower, [[:Image:Lindermans_archives_president.jpg|painting]], (alternate hand with handgun) and alternate [[Phasing|wounded head]] |
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** Mr. Linderman -- includes ([[Healing|revived]]) flower, [[:Image:Lindermans_archives_president.jpg|painting]], (alternate hand with handgun) and alternate [[Phasing|wounded head]] |
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* [[Claude]] -- includes wallet, staff, and [[Pigeons|pigeon]] |
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** "[[Invisibility|Invisible]]" Claude -- includes wallet, staff, and [[Pigeons|pigeon]] |
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''Limited edition'' Series 2 variants include: |
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* "[[Invisibility|Phasing]]" Claude -- includes wallet, staff, and [[Pigeons|pigeon]] ([http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=MZ28218 Entertainment Earth] exclusive) |
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* [[Radiation|Exploding Man]] [[Peter]] (includes [[:Image:Painting_burning_man.jpg|painting]]) ([http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3312459 Toys 'R Us] exclusive) |
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===Series 3=== |
===Series 3=== |
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Series 3 of the 7″ action figures are currently being planned for a 2009 release. The concept art of the figures suggests five characters including: |
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* [[ |
* [[The Haitian]] -- includes [[Claire's wind chime|windchime]] |
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* [[ |
* [[Nathan Petrelli]] -- includes alternate [[Radioactivity|wounded head]] |
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* [[ |
* [[Kensei]] [[Hiro]] -- includes mask, alternate head with [[Kensei's helmet|helmet]], [[Kensei sword]], and sheath |
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* "Ireland" [[Peter Petrelli]] (with Celtic tattoo) -- includes [[The box|identity box]] |
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** "Ireland" Peter Petrelli (with [[Helix]] tattoo) -- includes [[The box|identity box]] |
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''Limited edition'' Series 3 variants include: |
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* [[Peter Petrelli (explosion future)|Future Peter]] -- includes alternate [[Pyrokinesis|hands]] |
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* Future Peter (Ver. 2) -- includes alternate [[Cryokinesis|hands]] ([http://www.forbiddenplanet.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=47697 Forbidden Planet International] exclusive) |
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===Series 4=== |
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Series 4 of the 7″ action figures are currently being planned for a 2009 release. The concept art of the figures suggests five characters including: |
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* [[Gabriel Gray]] -- includes wall clock, magnifying glass, [[snow globe]], and scissors |
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* "California" [[Claire Bennet]] -- includes teddy bear, messenger bag, and cell phone |
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* [[Adam Monroe]] -- includes [[Kensei sword]], sheath, and [[Shanti virus|Shanti vial]] |
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* [[Ando Masahashi]] -- includes [[Kensei sword]], and scrolls |
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* [[Maya Herrera]] -- includes "Wanted" poster, backpack, and alternate [[Poison emission|crying head]] |
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==Notes== |
==Notes== |
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* ''Heroes'' action figures were featured on the cover of the March 2008 issue (#127) of ''ToyFare'' magazine (available January 9, 2008). |
* ''Heroes'' action figures were featured on the cover of the March 2008 issue (#127) of ''ToyFare'' magazine (available January 9, 2008). |
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* A limited edition [[Hiro Nakamura (explosion future)|Future Hiro]] figure, including the [[Kensei sword]] and sword sheath, was made available exclusively through [http://www.mezcodirect.com MezcoDirect.com] and Summer 2008 conventions. It is limited to 3,000 pieces worldwide. |
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* A [[:Image:Hiro final.jpg|placard]] behind Hiro Nakamura in the [[#Series 1 2|Series One figures]] says "June 2008". A [[:Image:Bennet figure.jpg|placard]] behind of Noah Bennet in the [[#Series 2 2|Series Two figures]] says "Sep 2008". It is assumed these are the months the figures are planned for release. |
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* According to the July 2008 issue (#238) of [http://previews.diamondcomics.com/public/default.asp?t=1&m=1&c=23&s=132&ai=71270&ssd= ''Previews''], Series 3 will now include a new "Ireland" version of [[Peter Petrelli]] (with two different tattoos) in place of [[Adam Monroe]]. |
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* [[Peter Petrelli (explosion future)|Future Peter]] was on display behind [[Elle]] in Mezco's display case at the San Diego Comic Con, which would seem to indicate it is now planned as a Series 3 variant figure. [[Adam Monroe]] is now planned for Series 4. |
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==Galleries== |
==Galleries== |
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<gallery> |
<gallery> |
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Image:SDCC Sylar 01.jpg |
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Image:SDCC Sylar 02.jpg |
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Image:Claire action figure.jpg|[[Claire Bennet]] |
Image:Claire action figure.jpg|[[Claire Bennet]] |
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Image:Claire action figure detail.jpg |
Image:Claire action figure detail.jpg |
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Image:Claire final.jpg |
Image:Claire final.jpg |
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Image:Claire variant 1.jpg |
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Image:Claire variant 2.jpg |
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Image:Claire variant 3.jpg |
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Image:Peter action figure.jpg|[[Peter Petrelli]] |
Image:Peter action figure.jpg|[[Peter Petrelli]] |
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Image:Peter action figure detail.jpg |
Image:Peter action figure detail.jpg |
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Image:Peter final.jpg |
Image:Peter final.jpg |
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Image:Peter variants.jpg |
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Image:Mohinder action figure.jpg|[[Mohinder Suresh]] |
Image:Mohinder action figure.jpg|[[Mohinder Suresh]] |
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Image:Mohinder action figure detail.jpg |
Image:Mohinder action figure detail.jpg |
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Image:Syhindlar final.jpg |
Image:Syhindlar final.jpg |
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Image:Hiro action figure detail.jpg |
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Image:Hiro final.jpg |
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Image:Hiro variant.jpg |
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Image:SDCC Future Hiro.jpg|[[Hiro Nakamura (explosion future)|Future Hiro]] |
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Image:ToyFare cover.jpg|Action figures were featured on the cover of ''ToyFare'' magazine. |
Image:ToyFare cover.jpg|Action figures were featured on the cover of ''ToyFare'' magazine. |
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</gallery> |
</gallery> |
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===Series 2=== |
===Series 2=== |
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<gallery> |
<gallery> |
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Image:Action figures S2.jpeg |
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Image:Bennet figure.jpg|[[Noah Bennet]] |
Image:Bennet figure.jpg|[[Noah Bennet]] |
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Image:Nissica figure.jpg|[[Niki Sanders]] |
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Image:Jessica figure.jpg|[[Jessica Sanders]] |
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Image:Niki final.jpg |
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Image:Linderman figure.jpg|[[Mr. Linderman]] |
Image:Linderman figure.jpg|[[Mr. Linderman]] |
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Image:Linderman MattMolly final.jpg |
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Image:Claude action figure.jpg|[[Claude]] |
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Image:Invisible Claude figure.jpg |
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Image:Claude Noah final.jpg |
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Image:Vanishing Claude figure.jpg |
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Image:Exploding Peter figure.jpg|[[Radiation|Exploding Man]] [[Peter]] |
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</gallery> |
</gallery> |
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===Series 3=== |
===Series 3=== |
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<gallery> |
<gallery> |
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Image:Action figures S3.jpeg |
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Image:Haitian figure.jpg|[[The Haitian]] |
Image:Haitian figure.jpg|[[The Haitian]] |
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Image:Burnt nathan figure.jpg|[[Nathan Petrelli]] |
Image:Burnt nathan figure.jpg|[[Nathan Petrelli]] |
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Image:Haitian KenseiHiro final.jpg |
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Image:pasthiro nathan figure.jpg |
Image:pasthiro nathan figure.jpg |
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Image:Season2 Peter figure.jpg|[[Peter Petrelli]] |
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Image:Elle figure.jpg|[[Elle Bishop]] |
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Image:FuturePete Elle Nate final.jpg |
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Image:Futurepete figure full.jpg|[[Peter Petrelli (explosion future)|Future Peter]] |
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Image:Futurepete figure.jpg |
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Image:Future Peter figure V2.jpg |
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</gallery> |
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===Series 4=== |
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<gallery> |
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Image:Action figures S4.jpg |
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Image:Gabriel Claire figures.jpg|[[Gabriel Gray]]/[[Claire Bennet]] |
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Image:Adam figure.jpg|[[Adam Monroe]] |
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Image:Adam Ando figures.jpg|[[Ando Masahashi]] |
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Image:Maya figure.jpg|[[Maya Herrera]] |
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</gallery> |
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===Additional figures=== |
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<gallery> |
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Image:Variant figures.jpg|Variant versions |
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Image:Peter Mohinder minis.jpg|3 3/4″ versions of [[Peter]] and [[Mohinder]] |
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Image:Hiro FutureHiro minis.jpg|3 3/4″ versions of [[Hiro]] and [[Hiro Nakamura (explosion future)|Future Hiro]] |
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Image:Deluxe figures.jpg|9″ versions of [[Sylar]] and [[Peter Petrelli]] |
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Image:Niki deluxe detail.jpg|9″ version of [[Niki]]/[[Jessica Sanders]] |
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</gallery> |
</gallery> |
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==External Links== |
==External Links== |
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* [http://www.mezcotoyz.com/heroes.html Mezco Toyz] |
* [http://www.mezcotoyz.com/heroes.html Mezco Toyz] |
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* [http://www.dvaspecial.com/Consumer-Outlet/Toys-and-Games/Heroes-Painting-Sylar-Action-Figure-2008-Comic-Con-Special-Edition-New-Toy Painting Sylar for sale at DV&A] |
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* [http://www.cooltoyreview.com/story/front/Mezco_Toyz_High_Resolution_Heroes_111422.asp Cool Toy Review] |
* [http://www.cooltoyreview.com/story/front/Mezco_Toyz_High_Resolution_Heroes_111422.asp Cool Toy Review] |
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* [http://toynewsi.com/news.php?catid=169&itemid=11912 Interview about action figures] at Toy News International, 9/19/07 |
* [http://toynewsi.com/news.php?catid=169&itemid=11912 Interview about action figures] at Toy News International, 9/19/07 |
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Latest revision as of 17:05, 12 October 2015
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Heroes action figures include Claire, Hiro, Mohinder, Peter, Sylar, Noah, Linderman, Niki, Claude, Matt, The Haitian, Nathan, Elle, Adam, Ando, and Maya.
About
The Heroes action figures are produced by Mezco Toyz. Each articulated figurine is approximately 7″ and comes with 3 3/4″ diorama scenes. Larger, more detailed 9″ "deluxe" figures are also scheduled for a 2009 release.
Series 1
Series 1 of the 7″ action figures were released in early June 2008 (excluding the limited edition variants). Characters include:
- Sylar -- includes brain, glass shooting hand, baseball cap, and painting
- Claire Bennet -- includes wounded head, wounded arm, and painting
- Fire Rescue Claire Bennet -- includes alternate arm, alternate head, and painting (Toys 'R Us exclusive)
- Peter Petrelli -- includes alternate glowing hands, messenger bag, and painting
- "Flying" Peter Petrelli -- includes flight stand, and painting (Diamond Previews exclusive)
- Mohinder Suresh -- includes Activating Evolution book, messenger bag, and painting
- Hiro Nakamura -- includes sword, messenger bag, and painting
- Times Square Teleport Hiro Nakamura -- includes sword (with sheath), messenger bag, alternate head, and display base (Toys 'R Us exclusive)
Limited edition Series 1 variants include:
- "Phasing" Peter Petrelli -- includes messenger bag, and painting (Wizard Entertainment exclusive -- limited to 500)
- "Invisible" Peter Petrelli -- includes messenger bag, and painting (Wizard Entertainment exclusive -- limited to 1,000)
- "Painting" Sylar -- includes easel, paint brush (with palette), and painting (for sale at DV&A Consumer Outlet)
- Future Hiro -- includes Kensei sword, and sheath (2008 Con exclusive -- limited to 3,000)
Miniature 3 3/4″ versions of Sylar, Claire Bennet, Peter Petrelli, Mohinder Suresh, Hiro Nakamura, and Future Hiro are currently being planned for a 2009 release.
Series 2
Series 2 of the 7″ action figures were released in late September 2008 (excluding the limited edition variants). Characters include:
- Matt Parkman -- includes bag of diamonds, handgun, and Molly Walker
- Noah Bennet -- includes cell phone, infrared goggles, taser, handgun, and removable glasses
- Niki Sanders -- includes mirror, handgun, and alternate Jessica head
- Jessica Sanders (with Helix tattoo) -- includes mirror, handgun, and alternate Niki head
- Mr. Linderman -- includes (dead) flower, painting, (alternate hand with handgun) and alternate wounded head
- Mr. Linderman -- includes (revived) flower, painting, (alternate hand with handgun) and alternate wounded head
- Claude -- includes wallet, staff, and pigeon
Limited edition Series 2 variants include:
- "Phasing" Claude -- includes wallet, staff, and pigeon (Entertainment Earth exclusive)
- Exploding Man Peter (includes painting) (Toys 'R Us exclusive)
Series 3
Series 3 of the 7″ action figures are currently being planned for a 2009 release. The concept art of the figures suggests five characters including:
- The Haitian -- includes windchime
- Nathan Petrelli -- includes alternate wounded head
- Kensei Hiro -- includes mask, alternate head with helmet, Kensei sword, and sheath
- "Ireland" Peter Petrelli (with Celtic tattoo) -- includes identity box
- "Ireland" Peter Petrelli (with Helix tattoo) -- includes identity box
- Elle Bishop -- includes alternate electric hands
Limited edition Series 3 variants include:
- Future Peter -- includes alternate hands
- Future Peter (Ver. 2) -- includes alternate hands (Forbidden Planet International exclusive)
Series 4
Series 4 of the 7″ action figures are currently being planned for a 2009 release. The concept art of the figures suggests five characters including:
- Gabriel Gray -- includes wall clock, magnifying glass, snow globe, and scissors
- "California" Claire Bennet -- includes teddy bear, messenger bag, and cell phone
- Adam Monroe -- includes Kensei sword, sheath, and Shanti vial
- Ando Masahashi -- includes Kensei sword, and scrolls
- Maya Herrera -- includes "Wanted" poster, backpack, and alternate crying head
Notes
- Heroes action figures were featured on the cover of the March 2008 issue (#127) of ToyFare magazine (available January 9, 2008).
- A limited edition Future Hiro figure, including the Kensei sword and sword sheath, was made available exclusively through MezcoDirect.com and Summer 2008 conventions. It is limited to 3,000 pieces worldwide.
- According to the July 2008 issue (#238) of Previews, Series 3 will now include a new "Ireland" version of Peter Petrelli (with two different tattoos) in place of Adam Monroe.
- Future Peter was on display behind Elle in Mezco's display case at the San Diego Comic Con, which would seem to indicate it is now planned as a Series 3 variant figure. Adam Monroe is now planned for Series 4.
Galleries
Series 1
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Action figures were featured on the cover of ToyFare magazine.
Series 2
Series 3
Series 4
Additional figures
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Variant versions
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3 3/4″ versions of Hiro and Future Hiro
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9″ versions of Sylar and Peter Petrelli
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9″ version of Niki/Jessica Sanders
External Links
- Mezco Toyz
- Painting Sylar for sale at DV&A
- Cool Toy Review
- Interview about action figures at Toy News International, 9/19/07
- Concept Art for Series 2 and 3