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Title: NECA Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Jul 07, 2013, 12:50:59 AM
So we've seen series 1 and the genocide two pack, but whats to come? I've heard rumors of two packs featuring Hicks and Hudson w/battle damaged alien warriors, I've heard of a Queen in December, but what about series 2 and will there be a series 3??
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jul 07, 2013, 01:37:47 AM
Yep, a long time ago Neca announced two aliens packs, each one with a damaged alien and Hudson and Hicks with helmet. About the series, as the first wave it will be three figures: a repaint of the alien warrior from the second movie, an improved mold of the alien but from the first film and a new marine from the movie. Who would be? Neca will reveal it in the coming SDCC but two hints: as accessory will include a flamethrower and its male and yes, Neca will release the Alien queen for this December so if you missed the one by McFarlane now you have a second chance.
About the third wave, there´s nothing announced yet but Neca in its twitter account said there´s a chance to see Bishop.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Joda on Jul 07, 2013, 02:34:58 AM
Oh boy.

First post at the top of this page is still a pretty good summary.  ;)

http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=42121.690 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=42121.690)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Raiden on Jul 07, 2013, 03:17:12 PM
And randy said yesterday on twitter that since Aliens series 1 is a big success, in 2014 the line will be more progressive and that will be a good news for us isn't it?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Joda on Jul 07, 2013, 03:27:06 PM
God I hope so. Lord knows I've sunk enough money into series 1 already, lol.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jul 07, 2013, 11:22:21 PM
I knew it! Alien-Predator and AVP series are the main source of money for Neca, not mention that they are some of the most wanted franchises by every company which make toys and figures aimed for teenagers-adult public. Todd McFarlane must still hitting his head against the wall.
Now if only Sigourney Waver allow to use her likeness to make a Ripley figure  :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Raiden on Jul 08, 2013, 03:03:50 AM
Mcfarlane got the chance, but missed it by just producing a genetic marine named hicks coincidently. No follow up and no improvement. And NECA nails it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jul 08, 2013, 04:30:49 AM
Or better said by focusing only in sports related lines which I consider by far its biggest, instead of secure or renew the contract with Fox; despite its QC troubles and some marketing mistakes like not making a Nemesis or Wesker figure, Neca is what McFarlane used to be in its golden age.
I hope Neca make in its announced expanded universe figures based in the AvP arcade by Crapcom; yeah I know this is the 1000000000000 time I said this but who knows?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 08, 2013, 06:08:07 AM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Jul 08, 2013, 04:30:49 AM
Or better said by focusing only in sports related lines which I consider by far its biggest, instead of secure or renew the contract with Fox; despite its QC troubles and some marketing mistakes like not making a Nemesis or Wesker figure, Neca is what McFarlane used to be in its golden age.
I hope Neca make in its announced expanded universe figures based in the AvP arcade by Crapcom; yeah I know this is the 1000000000000 time I said this but who knows?

If the Aliens line continues to sell well I'd imagine we'd see some of the comic characters.
Marines from the ACM comic and Berserker + some of the more memorable aliens.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Raiden on Jul 08, 2013, 07:04:28 AM
Now at least series 4 of the Aliens line had been confirmed by Randy today, so what we need to do is to save the money and buy these stuffs
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: predlord on Jul 08, 2013, 08:23:50 AM
I'm really hoping to see a Dog Alien figure, I'd buy 5 of these pups.
I missed it when McFarlane did those and now I regret it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Joda on Jul 08, 2013, 03:01:28 PM
Quote from: predlord on Jul 08, 2013, 08:23:50 AM
I'm really hoping to see a Dog Alien figure, I'd buy 5 of these pups.
I missed it when McFarlane did those and now I regret it.

I sort of regret not  picking that one up as well, but then I take another look at the sculpt and... I'd rather wait.

I'm almost more interested in the hints Randy was dropping about more figures from the original Alien. Oh man, that would so rock.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jul 08, 2013, 04:59:08 PM
I hope they release a crapload of figures from Alien and Aliens before anything else in the franchise. I'd rather not have Alien:Resurrection Xenos kill the profitability of the line before getting some major wants from the good films.

It would be amazing if we finally get a Space Jockey in it's chair...dead or not.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: underbound on Jul 08, 2013, 09:37:26 PM
Why wouldnt they make one for the prometheus jockey as he can sit in that position very well or have it where the original jovkey can be detachable to put in other figures.
I dont really remember the resurrection look except that it looked like ALIENS and ALIEN3 designs combined.
We need a praetorian,at least I do. Will they do expanded universe any time after this?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: samoht on Jul 09, 2013, 02:07:29 AM
Bring on the Giger Alien and the Dog Alien!!!!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jul 09, 2013, 08:27:32 PM
Quote from: samoht on Jul 09, 2013, 02:07:29 AM
Bring on the Giger Alien and the Dog Alien!!!!!

I read somewhere Neca will release the Dog alien this next year.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SizzyBubbles on Jul 10, 2013, 05:20:02 AM
oh man. i hope they make a Res alien. i'll buy millions of them... (i have 3 of the MF ones). the dog alien (neca) i would also love to own. heck, i just wanna see them do all the movie aliens  ;D ;D ;D

If they do other things like games and comics... i'd really like to see a Jeri the alien with a gun and cigar :3
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Jul 16, 2013, 01:14:30 PM
I just hate their damn re releases, it sickens me to have to buy the same figure twice to complete my collection.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 16, 2013, 08:17:09 PM
AvP Extiction figures anyone? I want a Praetorian, a Carrier complete with facehuggers on the dorsal spines (removable of course) and the Ravager! Much cooler than A:CM incarnations.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sexy Poot on Jul 16, 2013, 10:45:10 PM
Man the NECA dog is gonna be friggin sweet.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 17, 2013, 01:50:37 AM
Me too man. The McFarlane version was alright, but NECA should bring an awesome and necessary amount of articulation to the figure. That's my biggest problem is the fixed pose of the figures. No ability to pose them.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SizzyBubbles on Jul 17, 2013, 02:25:20 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 17, 2013, 01:50:37 AM
Me too man. The McFarlane version was alright, but NECA should bring an awesome and necessary amount of articulation to the figure. That's my biggest problem is the fixed pose of the figures. No ability to pose them.

yesyes. i love my MF aliens, but the res n dog alien were pretty limited on poses. Some sweet jaw articulation would be nice too... as the MF all had fixed open or closed mouths.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Tribal on Jul 17, 2013, 07:29:56 AM

From twitter:

Q: Will you guys ever do the Dog Alien and do you know around what series?

A: Yes. Maybe S4


8)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 17, 2013, 06:44:56 PM
Quote from: Tribal on Jul 17, 2013, 07:29:56 AM

From twitter:

Q: Will you guys ever do the Dog Alien and do you know around what series?

A: Yes. Maybe S4


8)

Amen
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 9th_Stew on Jul 17, 2013, 07:44:03 PM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/1008215_562136460515410_715787079_o.jpg)


From facebook  - Jones the cat on the right.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 17, 2013, 08:34:27 PM
I personally don't need a cat...but that's cool I suppose.
I'd rather see Dallas in his space suit though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 9th_Stew on Jul 17, 2013, 10:04:24 PM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/1013971_562197453842644_746193471_n.jpg)

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/61159_562197460509310_1394270198_n.jpg)

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/1000114_562197487175974_1706658147_n.jpg)

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sexy Poot on Jul 18, 2013, 03:47:36 AM
(https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/945712_4320082858864_1325849847_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/q71/s720x720/1014136_4320081778837_2030050375_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/64623_4320082018843_525182833_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: supersonicshion on Jul 18, 2013, 03:23:54 PM
Great stuff!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bat Chain Puller on Jul 18, 2013, 04:42:04 PM
How come nobody has posted a picture of the NECA classic Giger Alien figure in the octagon Nostromo corridor?  Or have they and the picture just not showing up for me?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sexy Poot on Jul 18, 2013, 04:48:04 PM
Quote from: Bat Chain Puller on Jul 18, 2013, 04:42:04 PM
How come nobody has posted a picture of the NECA classic Giger Alien figure in the octagon Nostromo corridor?  Or have they and the picture just not showing up for me?

I did alongside a bunch of others. They're taking them down for some reason. See if I can get it back up again...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bat Chain Puller on Jul 18, 2013, 04:51:57 PM
Yeah I was about to say ...

Same thing was happening to the pictures I was posting in the Godzilla thread of an unused concept sculpt of Godzilla's new mug.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sexy Poot on Jul 18, 2013, 04:56:47 PM
Quote from: Bat Chain Puller on Jul 18, 2013, 04:51:57 PM
Yeah I was about to say ...

Same thing was happening to the pictures I was posting in the Godzilla thread of an unused concept sculpt of Godzilla's new mug.

Something with the site I suppose? Anyway, they're back up and I put Giger's corridor up first just for u bats  8)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bat Chain Puller on Jul 18, 2013, 05:21:46 PM
Magnificence.

Now I would pay $75 for that. Not some minimalistic trophy wall that comes with one single (albeit large) trophy.

Too bad it seems that the corridor is just a one of a kind display piece to help promote the figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sexy Poot on Jul 18, 2013, 05:32:14 PM
Agree 100%. Much better display for a figure.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/1005989_562525347143188_1603442936_n.jpg)
Heres the light up egg. Hope its not too expensive cause it looks just neato.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dinodax124 on Jul 20, 2013, 07:47:47 PM
Quote from: Sexy Poot on Jul 18, 2013, 05:32:14 PM
Agree 100%. Much better display for a figure.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/1005989_562525347143188_1603442936_n.jpg
Heres the light up egg. Hope its not too expensive cause it looks just neato.

I've seen preorders for this at around $20 -$25
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Tribal on Jul 20, 2013, 09:46:14 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVllbmLWF3U#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVllbmLWF3U#ws)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: samoht on Jul 20, 2013, 10:18:20 PM
Oh god yes!!!!!!

Does that come with the new giger alien?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Jul 21, 2013, 03:08:25 AM
I realy love NECA's new Alien figures, they look better, more durable, and the posability is just AWESOME! (plus they are great scale with Voyager Transformer figures for giant aliens)

I cannot wait to see their remould of the Classics alien. is there any word on how it will look? on a similar note, I may get another Xenomorph alien warrior and take the dome off my 2011 Classics Alien and put it on that figure, and add some new paint aps. what do you guys think?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sexy Poot on Jul 21, 2013, 12:47:53 PM
I'm agreeing with Titan. The new warrior can bend in just about ANY pose u want them in. It really is worth it to upgrade for the type of beast the alien is.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Tribal on Jul 22, 2013, 12:11:34 AM

Could we merge this topic with the "NECA Colonial Marines"?

I mean, we are talking about the same series in two different topics  :P

I never know where i put the news, like this:

From twitter:

A LOT of Alien love next year. 35th Anniversary figures like Dallas in spacesuit & Jones & more. Also Bishop & Queen in the works
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sexy Poot on Jul 22, 2013, 12:31:46 AM
Quote from: Tribal on Jul 22, 2013, 12:11:34 AM

Could we merge this topic with the "NECA Colonial Marines"?

I mean, we are talking about the same series in two different topics  :P

I never know where i put the news, like this:

From twitter:

A LOT of Alien love next year. 35th Anniversary figures like Dallas in spacesuit & Jones & more. Also Bishop & Queen in the works

At last. Tom Skeritt needs the money.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Greyback on Jul 22, 2013, 01:28:26 AM
It would be cool when Neca make also busts, not only figures, like in the past(Haloween, Hellraiser, PotC, TCM, etc.).

Have the inproved classic Alien sculpted lines on the skull or painted lines, like the previeus version ?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sexy Poot on Jul 22, 2013, 02:05:03 AM
I believe so.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomorphine on Jul 22, 2013, 02:36:40 AM
Quote from: Tribal on Jul 22, 2013, 12:11:34 AM
Dallas in spacesuit

No egg-cocoon?

Saaad panda...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sexy Poot on Jul 22, 2013, 02:56:29 AM
Aw man how great would that be?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Jul 23, 2013, 08:10:39 PM
I'm glad they'll be makeing the Alien queen, I hope She'll be in proper scale with the rest of the line. I hate to have an Alien queen thats the same size as my aliens warrior. but I'm sure NECA will come through with us on the size.

as for the 79 Alien, I realy hope the cranium inside the dome is actualy sculpted. the first release NECA made of the Classic alien was good, but the fact that they just used a sharpie to draw the ribbing detailes for the cranium just upsets me and bugs me to no end. I also hope the removable dorsal spine is still intact in the new 79 Alien as it was in the Xenomorph Warrior.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jul 24, 2013, 12:47:12 AM
Wasn't there a size comparison with a human vs the Aliens queen vs AVP queen? I seem to remember the Aliens queen not being too much larger than a regular xeno.

EDIT: Never mind, she's pretty huge, though still smaller than the AVP queen...
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.protoolreviews.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fptr%2F2749.jpg&hash=a5ea3748343a10995c22013c83231d6e700ba97a)

As for action figure scale, the Xeno warrior towers over Dutch, who in turn would tower over Ripley, so the queen may not be as large as we may think. The egg sacs would make this a huge figure, but without the egg sacs I can't see her being ridiculously huge.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sexy Poot on Jul 24, 2013, 01:49:47 AM
I would say shes about 3 Ripleys high. Don't forget Sigourney is one tall glass of kick ass around 6' feet. The AvP queen was bigger at about 4 1/2 Ripleys high.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jul 24, 2013, 05:30:24 AM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on Jul 23, 2013, 08:10:39 PM
I'm glad they'll be makeing the Alien queen, I hope She'll be in proper scale with the rest of the line. I hate to have an Alien queen thats the same size as my aliens warrior. but I'm sure NECA will come through with us on the size.

as for the 79 Alien, I realy hope the cranium inside the dome is actualy sculpted. the first release NECA made of the Classic alien was good, but the fact that they just used a sharpie to draw the ribbing detailes for the cranium just upsets me and bugs me to no end. I also hope the removable dorsal spine is still intact in the new 79 Alien as it was in the Xenomorph Warrior.

I think that was accurate, I think Giger airbrushed the detail instead of sculpting.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Tribal on Jul 24, 2013, 07:33:20 AM
Quote from: bobcunk on Jul 24, 2013, 05:30:24 AM
I think Giger airbrushed the detail instead of sculpting.

yep

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F24.media.tumblr.com%2Ftumblr_l4jkj82EWw1qa1o5zo1_500.jpg&hash=8f2db24559f8ab1868d461135cd67ed188e06a95)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zen171398.zen.co.uk%2FAlien%2520Page%25207%2FPat_Lowry_stills_0033.jpg&hash=28059ec3375aea1792f419e330d5a290a530c94a)

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Raiden on Jul 24, 2013, 09:47:18 AM
I like the skull with eye socket. Hope NECA this time make it accurate
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jul 24, 2013, 03:22:22 PM
Quote from: Tribal on Jul 24, 2013, 07:33:20 AM(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zen171398.zen.co.uk%2FAlien%2520Page%25207%2FPat_Lowry_stills_0033.jpg&hash=28059ec3375aea1792f419e330d5a290a530c94a)

Jesus...what a beautiful nightmare that is.

I forgot about Weaver being so tall...so I guess 3 Ripleys is a good estimate (and a great new unit of measurement).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 24, 2013, 04:25:34 PM
Oh man we're getting a Dallas? Hells yeah! I can't see the other actors likenesses being so difficult to procure. We need a Kane with changeable head (that face he makes right before he dies with his tongue flailing) and chestbursting action! Just like the old McFarlane Queen with the cocooned colonist.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Jul 24, 2013, 05:42:31 PM
Quote from: Tribal on Jul 24, 2013, 07:33:20 AM
Quote from: bobcunk on Jul 24, 2013, 05:30:24 AM
I think Giger airbrushed the detail instead of sculpting.

yep

http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l4jkj82EWw1qa1o5zo1_500.jpg

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zen171398.zen.co.uk%2FAlien%2520Page%25207%2FPat_Lowry_stills_0033.jpg&hash=28059ec3375aea1792f419e330d5a290a530c94a)



Lol the first Pic,

Alien: Oh Hai guys! anyone know where my body is?

and yeah remembering now it was airbrushed. however there would be nothing wrong if NECA would sculpt it. but I realy hope they don't add the detail with a sharpie like they did before.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sexy Poot on Jul 24, 2013, 07:45:04 PM
NOW SHIPPING!
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/969531_565442276851495_1545622742_n.jpg)

For most of us that means they'll be available in September.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Raiden on Jul 25, 2013, 02:11:47 AM
Any idea what "exclusive decoration" within?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SizzyBubbles on Jul 25, 2013, 05:27:29 AM
Quote from: Sexy Poot on Jul 24, 2013, 07:45:04 PM
NOW SHIPPING!
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/969531_565442276851495_1545622742_n.jpg)

For most of us that means they'll be available in September.

I SAWS  ;D ;D ;D

looks like its still a preorder on other sites though. but i guess you can get it through NECA for sure.

also the new aliens warrior is really brown. DESERT ALIEN.

Spoiler
(https://sphotos-a-lax.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/972227_10151571917268391_1442500341_n.jpg)
[close]
new articulation allows for dewback riding. i approve.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: underbound on Jul 25, 2013, 06:03:25 PM
Yeah these brown aliens are basically tan with some black. But it is a perfect except one thing,I would like the alien to have flat hands and able to put its head all the way back like a crawling pose and then I would be completely satasfied with whatever after.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SizzyBubbles on Jul 25, 2013, 07:45:21 PM
Quote from: underbound on Jul 25, 2013, 06:03:25 PM
Yeah these brown aliens are basically tan with some black. But it is a perfect except one thing,I would like the alien to have flat hands and able to put its head all the way back like a crawling pose and then I would be completely satasfied with whatever after.

you can remove the back appendage and push the head back further in the new NECA aliens figure! so you can get a sneaky alien pose... unfortunately that still doesn't give you flat, crawly hands.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Jul 28, 2013, 10:52:00 PM
A 1/4th scale Alien Runner and Alien would be an instant buy...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: aliens4life92 on Jul 29, 2013, 02:46:27 PM
to clarify i stay on top of necas twitter and just wanted you all to know she will be in scale randy is allready talking about how huge she is and how excited he is i can't wait as for the question about all aliens in the movies as long as we support the line were at least guarenteed to get all aliens and expect in scale eggs and face hugers next year to the 1/6 scale figures support the aliens line and i think we will get pretty much all we ever hoped for except ripley cus they havent got her likeness and randy said if he ever did he said hed make either a single carded ripley fig or a ripley with power loader box set or both if they can afford to heres to hoping thanx aliens fans :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomorphine on Aug 03, 2013, 10:30:26 PM
Technically, there isn't anything stopping them creating just the powerloader. Or articulated dropship, APC, Sulaco, etcetera, too...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: crazypredator2 on Aug 07, 2013, 03:54:23 PM
ordered the genocide 2 pack today, gotta have that red alien.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Aug 07, 2013, 11:57:37 PM
I'll be frequently visiting TRU weekly until I can get my hands on that genocide pack
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sexy Poot on Aug 08, 2013, 04:23:52 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Aug 07, 2013, 11:57:37 PM
I'll be frequently visiting TRU weekly until I can get my hands on that genocide pack

Let us know how it turns out. Ill keep everyone posted over here in NJ.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Aug 08, 2013, 04:59:42 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2Fd5xbv2kdh%2Fforumpicredblack.jpg&hash=96ae31b2688e236fb27675c7e4b4c80b33e483e8)

http://s24.postimg.org/d5xbv2kdh/forumpicredblack.jpg (http://s24.postimg.org/d5xbv2kdh/forumpicredblack.jpg)

Wow, I love the red alien, and the black is awesome too. I really hope the new Giger Alien has the same paint job.

And note to Raiden: There is no extra decoration/piece that comes with the 2-pack. By "decoration" I think they just mean the way the figures are "decorated" is exclusive to the 2-pack, not found anywhere else.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Aug 08, 2013, 05:19:06 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Aug 08, 2013, 04:59:42 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2Fd5xbv2kdh%2Fforumpicredblack.jpg&hash=96ae31b2688e236fb27675c7e4b4c80b33e483e8)

http://s24.postimg.org/d5xbv2kdh/forumpicredblack.jpg (http://s24.postimg.org/d5xbv2kdh/forumpicredblack.jpg)


WANT
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Tribal on Aug 08, 2013, 08:46:45 PM

From twitter:

This 4.5" tall Alien Egg is an incredibly detailed recreation of the mysterious eggs from the Alien films. Closed, the egg glows with an eerie green light... but press the button concealed on the back and launch a rubbery Facehugger high into the air!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMThUB4vyyw#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMThUB4vyyw#ws)

This egg will look awesome with my 18" Alien Classic  8)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: crazypredator2 on Aug 09, 2013, 07:37:59 PM
got my genocide 2 pack today, I love it!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 13, 2013, 10:45:36 PM
My Genocide pack should be here any minute now!


Well I got my 2-pack, and my black Alien has some pretty serious quality control issues. :( The right leg was warped right out of the packaging so it can't exactly stand up, he's got a pretty bad overbite so his teeth don't line up when the mouth is closed, and the inner jaw is all cockeyed when it's inside the mouth, and when the inner-jaw is extended it just... hangs limply. I'm pretty disappointed, I was really looking forward to the black Alien. :(

Red one is pretty kickass, though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Aug 14, 2013, 12:52:34 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Aug 13, 2013, 10:45:36 PM
My Genocide pack should be here any minute now!


Well I got my 2-pack, and my black Alien has some pretty serious quality control issues. :( The right leg was warped right out of the packaging so it can't exactly stand up, he's got a pretty bad overbite so his teeth don't line up when the mouth is closed, and the inner jaw is all cockeyed when it's inside the mouth, and when the inner-jaw is extended it just... hangs limply. I'm pretty disappointed, I was really looking forward to the black Alien. :(

Red one is pretty kickass, though.

Sorry to hear that, man. but I REALY hate to say this, but mind you I'm speaking out of expereance and track records, but the two packs always seem to suffer in some form of Quality Control. now I realize this won't be the case for Everyone, I get that. but I noticed that with alot of the two packs, theres either Paint issues, or something wrong with the mold like explained here. I'm thinking sence their develouping two figures for the pack, their putting more effort into the main attraction of the pack, in this case the Red one. but thats not always true. at Toys R Us I saw a Genoside Pack with both figures greatly deformed. (the red one had the side of his head caved in from a botched Molding process the way it looks, and the black one's arms were both made for the right side. so he had two right arms, and the knees were disconnected from the figure, the Red one also had one of the restraint wire pulled in it so much that it indented the plastic of the figure)

Now thats not to say this is with all figures as I said. theres gonna be some with nothing wrong with them. but it seems poor Xenomrph here must have gotten one of the bad apples of the bunch.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 14, 2013, 01:26:32 PM
There aren't many video reviews of the 2-pack on youtube (yet), but one of them is from a guy who bought like 3 sets of the 2-pack and only got one dud out of the 6 figures - one of his Red Aliens has a really floppy hip joint.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sexy Poot on Aug 14, 2013, 01:33:46 PM
This is why i never order these things online. If u ever saw me at a Toys R Us, ud see a boy STUDYING for 20 mins each of em.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 14, 2013, 11:57:49 PM
Even then, there's no way to catch all the problems. With my black Alien, with the inner jaw being defective and the teeth not lining up? There's no way to catch that in the packaging.

I'm totally willing to buy "creature" things online because QC issues tend to come in 2 flavors: paint errors (which are hardly a big deal on things like Aliens or Predators, if they're even noticeable) and actual physical defects. I've found that defects are fairly rare, so I'm willing to take the chance.
Buying human characters is another matter entirely - paint errors can be a lot more common, and can completely cripple a human figure. I'm SUPER-picky about paint apps on the face/eyes, so I never buy human figures from NECA online.

I tweeted NECA about it and they replied to my tweet and told me to email them so they could "see what they can do about it". I've also contacted BBTS about a potential replacement. One way or another, someone's going to make this right. :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sexy Poot on Aug 15, 2013, 12:12:49 PM
Hell yeah. Someone better pay. And pay hard they will...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Aug 15, 2013, 06:27:05 PM
Payback Time!

Hehe awesome. well I'm glad your not letting this slide. in a way I agree with you about buying online. but on the other hand, because I live in a rural area with no toy stores or comic book stores (which is SUCH a crime here) I can't always go to the major towns or cities to go get them. so I inevitably have to buy online.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Peakius Baragonius on Aug 23, 2013, 07:00:23 PM
Quote from: Tribal on Jul 24, 2013, 07:33:20 AM
http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l4jkj82EWw1qa1o5zo1_500.jpg

I know this is pages late but I just had to say it...H.R. Giger, bada$$ Xeno killer.
Spoiler
I would totally watch that movie
[close]

I know I'm getting a redone Big Chap and blue Aliens Warrior for sure, not sure about the brown warrior or the Genocide 2-Pack yet. Oh, and Jonesy is a must

And as for the Queen...I hope she's not too expensive or else whoever is buying my Christmas presents is going to suffer heavily in the wallet!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Aug 27, 2013, 01:57:07 AM
I've gotten three of the Brown tint Warrior Xenos, with only one having a leg
joint broken :(

Very pleased with the new figures, can't wait for the 2 pack vs. sets. I saw that NECA is creating an Egg with popping Facehugger but does anyone know if they're releasing scaled eggs for their 7-9 in figures?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Aug 27, 2013, 06:11:06 AM
Nope it`s bigger. More in scale with 1/4 figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 28, 2013, 09:02:03 PM
BBTS shipped my replacement Genocide 2-pack, I'm hoping this one isn't defective!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Aug 30, 2013, 09:17:16 PM
Quote from: Master on Aug 27, 2013, 06:11:06 AM
Nope it`s bigger. More in scale with 1/4 figures.

Oh I know it's bigger. I was just inquiring if anyone has heard that they're releasing eggs in addition to this new toy with the popping facehugger.

...so no word then?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: underbound on Aug 30, 2013, 10:04:40 PM
We get the queen by december(January cuz shipping) Right? Or was it delayed
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Aug 30, 2013, 11:34:53 PM
Haven't heard anything to the contrary, underbound :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: RazorSlash on Sep 05, 2013, 11:48:14 PM
Hey guys, I just got the NECA Genocide pack and the black warrior's left shoulder is stuck. It can move forward and back, but the joint won't move in or out(not much, anyway. I can wiggle it, s'about it). Any suggestions?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Sep 06, 2013, 01:42:43 AM
I got my replacement Genocide pack, it's better in some ways and worse in others. The legs are fine on the black Warrior, but if you aren't careful then his entire lower jaw comes off. It's easy to fix and it'll stay open in place if you're careful with it, but it's still annoying. I'm looking into ways to fix it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 06, 2013, 03:46:57 PM
Quote from: RazorSlash on Sep 05, 2013, 11:48:14 PM
Hey guys, I just got the NECA Genocide pack and the black warrior's left shoulder is stuck. It can move forward and back, but the joint won't move in or out(not much, anyway. I can wiggle it, s'about it). Any suggestions?

A buddy of mine who also collects figures told me for frozen joints try putting the figure in the freezer for a short while (like 5-10 minutes) and then running water over the joint.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Oct 24, 2013, 10:47:13 AM
I've seen a shot of one of the sculptors working on the Alien 3 tail.

Check it out at the 3:45 mark in this vid. You can see he's using the Sideshow A3 maquette for reference.

http://youtu.be/_MeMhYjn9cE (http://youtu.be/_MeMhYjn9cE)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Oct 24, 2013, 06:12:44 PM
They are using the right influence :) The Sideshow maquette was based on the rod puppet used in the film if i remember correctly...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Oct 26, 2013, 01:02:51 AM
Still no pictures of the new Neca Queen, eh? So far this is going exactly how I said it would.....
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Oct 26, 2013, 01:13:26 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Oct 26, 2013, 01:02:51 AM
Still no pictures of the new Neca Queen, eh? So far this is going exactly how I said it would.....
At some point they said on their twitter page that she was pushed back to 2014 when she was originally scheduled for Christmas release. Sad, but I'd rather they do it right and not rush it out.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Oct 26, 2013, 03:58:54 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Oct 26, 2013, 01:13:26 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Oct 26, 2013, 01:02:51 AM
Still no pictures of the new Neca Queen, eh? So far this is going exactly how I said it would.....
At some point they said on their twitter page that she was pushed back to 2014 when she was originally scheduled for Christmas release. Sad, but I'd rather they do it right and not rush it out.


Elsewhere on this board I made a rather bleak post where I predicted this would happen. In the same post I also predicted that Neca's line of Alien figures won't last long before the entire line is cancelled due to poor sales. Call me cold-hearted, but the Marine in series 2 is an epic blunder.

Originally I was going to be generous and predict March for the Queen's release, but now that I know they said "2014" and nothing else, I predict we get the Queen in the 4rth quarter of 2014. Sad. Neca has a lacking effort at all times and poor quality product which is often damaged right out of the package. The only payoff is a good looking product.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Oct 26, 2013, 09:29:37 PM
I don't think their alien line is going to fail, the windrix marine was a strange call, and imo it should have been an exclusive if anything, but I think him and the rest of series 2 will sell well as well as the battle packs.
I just hope their next marine move is smarter, somewhere along the lines of Vazquez or Drake. I think it'd even be a better idea for them to do the ACM marines before anymore "original" or tribute marines.
Movie characters or game characters are the way to go
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Leventa24 on Oct 29, 2013, 07:22:18 PM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Oct 26, 2013, 03:58:54 AM
Elsewhere on this board I made a rather bleak post where I predicted this would happen. In the same post I also predicted that Neca's line of Alien figures won't last long before the entire line is cancelled due to poor sales. Call me cold-hearted, but the Marine in series 2 is an epic blunder.

Couple things. Firstly, I believe that it's already been established via Randy Falk's twitter that the sales for the Aliens figures have been very good so far. We already know from past interactions that he has no qualms about making it known when a particular line is selling poorly or is on the way out. In fact, the line is doing well enough that they have no problems with filling a slot with an "original character" like Sgt. Windrix. This is not something that you do with a failing line. Randy has been quite happy to share with us the plans that they have for the Aliens series of figures, as we already know that we're getting things like Kane, Captain Dallas, Bishop and the Dog Alien in due time next year.

The Queen Alien was always up in the air as far as production and release schedules go. Randy stated numerous times that they had only just recently begun to work on the highly complicated sculpt and that December was looking very unlikely. We'll be seeing the figure very shortly according to him and I'm looking forward to it. The line has shown nothing but positive signs so far.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Jace Madan on Nov 03, 2013, 08:11:11 AM
Here's a cool pic I took of one of my warrior aliens, showing off the awesome poseability.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi82.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fj259%2FCarnage707%2Fth_IMG_0109_zps959bc711.jpg&hash=b6a8c02ff8c3339953a762272e8e4a4323383924) (http://s82.photobucket.com/user/Carnage707/media/IMG_0109_zps959bc711.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Leventa24 on Nov 03, 2013, 09:16:13 AM
^ Neat! Cool little bit of scenery for him to perch on there. I'm looking into getting some of the older McFarlane bases and diorame stuff to have some better display pieces. Here is small part of my Aliens Genocide display, with some Red Xenos chillin'.

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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Nov 08, 2013, 05:27:44 PM
Sweet pics guys!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Leventa24 on Nov 08, 2013, 08:34:16 PM
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Very good news in my opinion. Really hoping for a good sized pack of eggs, or even a diorama piece.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Nov 13, 2013, 06:15:42 PM
Quote from: Leventa24 on Nov 08, 2013, 08:34:16 PM
http://i.imgur.com/P9jYq2X.png

Very good news in my opinion. Really hoping for a good sized pack of eggs, or even a diorama piece.
So I'm not the only one who asked. Very cool. However, knowing NECA they'll probably include one or two eggs/facehugger(s) in the Alien figures (Dallas, Kane, Lambert) so if you want more you'll have to keep buying the same figure. That, or wait around for a lot to go up on eBay.

Less likely, but more desirable, would be for them to release the eggs in packs like they did with the skulls for the Trophy Wall. Preferably in packs of 3-5 (which I'll buy 10 of anyways).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Nov 13, 2013, 06:37:22 PM
I think Queen will have some eggs with her.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Nov 15, 2013, 08:45:14 PM
it makes sence for the queen to take this long. they do after all have to put in a LOT of detail in this bitch. and with NECA being passionant about detail, I doubt they'll cut any corners. so I hope this means the figure will be amazing in hand!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Nov 15, 2013, 09:10:18 PM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on Nov 15, 2013, 08:45:14 PM
it makes sence for the queen to take this long. they do after all have to put in a LOT of detail in this bitch. and with NECA being passionant about detail, I doubt they'll cut any corners. so I hope this means the figure will be amazing in hand!
Let's hope so. More like in "hands" since she'll be big!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Nov 16, 2013, 05:52:12 PM
No matter the delay, if that means a gorgeous Alien Queen figure as McFarlane that worth the price then go ahead NECA, just take your time.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Nov 18, 2013, 04:19:49 PM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Nov 16, 2013, 05:52:12 PM
No matter the delay, if that means a gorgeous Alien Queen figure as McFarlane that worth the price then go ahead NECA, just take your time.

Good Lord I hope its BETTER then the McFarlane's queen. and I see what you mean. McFarlanes is always over priced. and IMO the figure doesn't look all that appealing to me. the one issue I think we'll have with the queen is stability. like all other alien figures, due to it being so top heavy and having those spindly limbs and a huge body. it will be very unstable in terms of balance. unless you like your queen to stand like the 1915 classic T-Rex Posture. (although to be fair that would be cool and imposing instead of the vertical stance the queen has) but the figure will be realy difficult to keep standing. Hopefully NECA will offer a stand, similar to a Tamashii display stand, one with an arm or two to hold the figure to stand. I don't mind if its out of place, but I'd rather the figure not topple over and bust to peaces.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Shadow on Nov 18, 2013, 05:27:01 PM
give us a piece of colony floor and eggs as stand
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Nov 25, 2013, 07:41:31 PM
Quote from: Shadow on Nov 18, 2013, 05:27:01 PM
give us a piece of colony floor and eggs as stand

why not a whole queen chamber diorama and places we can put our aliens warriors. yeah it be expensive but the awesomeness will be up the arse.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 26, 2013, 12:05:44 AM
f**k that, go all-in and make a full to-scale reproduction of the entirety of Hadley's Hope and the Atmosphere Processor.

Edit-- with action features like chestbursting colonists, opening eggs, light-up "fire" effects, breakaway ceilings and floors for Ops, "breakaway" glass for Medical, sentry guns, foot posts to mount Aliens to the walls and ceilings, opening and closing doors, opening and closing storm shutters, button-activated sound effects with authentic movie quotes, and a little spinning hamster wheel.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Nov 26, 2013, 03:34:31 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Nov 26, 2013, 12:05:44 AM
f**k that, go all-in and make a full to-scale reproduction of the entirety of Hadley's Hope and the Atmosphere Processor.

Edit-- with action features like chestbursting colonists, opening eggs, light-up "fire" effects, breakaway ceilings and floors for Ops, "breakaway" glass for Medical, sentry guns, foot posts to mount Aliens to the walls and ceilings, opening and closing doors, opening and closing storm shutters, button-activated sound effects with authentic movie quotes, and a little spinning hamster wheel.

Dude! the Hamster! screw the Aliens there needs to be an action figure of thoughs Hamsters! :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Nov 26, 2013, 03:51:05 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Nov 26, 2013, 12:05:44 AM
f**k that, go all-in and make a full to-scale reproduction of the entirety of Hadley's Hope and the Atmosphere Processor.

Edit-- with action features like chestbursting colonists, opening eggs, light-up "fire" effects, breakaway ceilings and floors for Ops, "breakaway" glass for Medical, sentry guns, foot posts to mount Aliens to the walls and ceilings, opening and closing doors, opening and closing storm shutters, button-activated sound effects with authentic movie quotes, and a little spinning hamster wheel.

My inner child squealed like a glee filled school girl reading this.

A queen with her chamber would be unrealistically large to be sold in large quantities.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 26, 2013, 11:36:40 AM
Galoob was actually going to make a Micro Machines LV-426 playset, and ultimately it got canceled.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alienscollection.com%2Fouterext.jpg&hash=fdc4c736385cee9317c2778a539b6a044631bcf8)

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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Nov 27, 2013, 07:19:26 PM
Wow that would have been neat. I love that all this stuff was directed at kids that couldn't even see the movie in theaters without their parents lol

Remember the Big Chap figure that gave kids nightmares? The vintage one that's expensive and hard to find with the original clear dome top
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Jan 25, 2014, 03:54:47 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2Fy3xm49plh%2F100_4954.jpg&hash=9ce545e1b63c68d2f69280f68b5f8520ae493c58)
http://s29.postimg.org/y3xm49plh/100_4954.jpg (http://s29.postimg.org/y3xm49plh/100_4954.jpg)

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http://s16.postimg.org/8nhhp1ydf/100_4955.jpg (http://s16.postimg.org/8nhhp1ydf/100_4955.jpg)



sorry, I can't figure out how to post those pics better than that.


I'll try to post these pics better as attachments.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jan 25, 2014, 02:46:18 PM
http://youtu.be/Z9hBVW_1vT8 (http://youtu.be/Z9hBVW_1vT8)

Very fine review of the Series-2 1979 Alien, with many slow close-ups so you can get every detail.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: underbound on Jan 25, 2014, 06:23:54 PM
Quote from: Vark_ on Jan 25, 2014, 02:46:18 PM
http://youtu.be/Z9hBVW_1vT8 (http://youtu.be/Z9hBVW_1vT8)

Very fine review of the Series-2 1979 Alien, with many slow close-ups so you can get every detail.
He sounded like one of those documentary people that sound uninterested and being held hostage.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Jan 25, 2014, 06:51:50 PM
Personally I prefer movie-maniacs, hot toys and revoltech. All my Neca figures eventually break. ):
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jan 25, 2014, 09:33:33 PM
@ The1PerfectOrganism : this is bad luck, I have 5 NECA figures, and none of them ever broke or had bad / flexible joints.

Quote from: underbound on Jan 25, 2014, 06:23:54 PMHe sounded like one of those documentary people that sound uninterested and being held hostage.
Agreed, he doesn't sound enthousiastic, but at least he can handle a camera and build a neat review about the beast, so... well that's fine by me, I turn the review on "mute" and I let images do the talking  ;).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SizzyBubbles on Jan 29, 2014, 05:49:19 PM
Is it just me or are the NECA Aliens paint job really crummy? I just got the new Alien and blue alien variant and my old Cult Classics ones look much better.As an example: the old alien's claws and teeth look like they are painted on individually and the body color is nicely blended. Where as the new Alien, the paint on claws and teeth looks really sloppy. It's all over the gums/lips and fingers...
The new aliens figures have the same issue... sloppy painting on the claws and teeth, but the body looks like somebody just ran a brush over the black base of the figure (the old cult classic aliens alien the color was blended nicely). Also the new plastic they are using seems soft and cheap... all my new aliens have at least one awkwardly warped arm or leg. Considering i payed about $12 for my old neca aliens way back when and now i'm paying $17-20+ for the new ones... which seem to have really terrible quality control. I like my old ones look better!
Did they sacrifice a decent paint job for articulation? i dunno.

I have become afraid to purchase them online as i fear i will get a splattered paint job or bent wrist. So i just have to hope i can find them in stores.

The reason i say this is because my bf and i were at a local toy store yesterday... and after looking through multiplier aliens... we found ourselves looking for not the best one, but the least crummy looking one. I feel like i shouldn't have to look at though 6 packages of the same alien to find the 'best' looking one... especially since they are supposed to be collector figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Jan 29, 2014, 11:48:21 PM
You're completely right Sizzy, if you want the best paintjob revoltech are super pretty especially for their size.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SizzyBubbles on Jan 31, 2014, 03:00:25 AM
Quote from: The1PerfectOrganism on Jan 29, 2014, 11:48:21 PM
You're completely right Sizzy, if you want the best paintjob revoltech are super pretty especially for their size.

I am super impressed with Revoltech... i have the Starscream figure and that thing is just super amazing.

...also Neca decided not to paint the new Aliens (blue n' brown) claws and toenails??? WTFLAZY?!

I've been a collector of NECA's sweet figures since the first Hellboy film and AVPR line... now I'm starting to feel warry  :-\
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 31, 2014, 06:31:16 AM
If it makes you feel any better, they're still knocking their Predator figures out of the park pretty consistently.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Jan 31, 2014, 07:58:31 AM
I don't know what you guys are talking about. I love the new Giger paint job and even the Blue paint job on the Warrior. If you want the best paint job go for the Red/Black 2 pack.

Neca always has quality control issues. I found the problems from the old series to be much worse. I've had problems with this series too but not that bad.

That's weird to hear about the paint job issues like that. Mine are decent, while not perfect either. I still say Neca's Giger Alien and the Warrior Alien are the best available from any companies if you're talking about overall look.

Also, I don't find the new plastic being used to be that cheap. The figures parts move easier than the old ones and there's much more articulation, not to mention the wet/slimy/glossy look. Neca's old Aliens looked dry as can be.

One bad thing I've noticed is that a lot of the removable dorsal fins are coming off in the packages, making for a very ugly MOC look and no doubt mistaking many people that the figures are broken.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 03, 2014, 09:26:51 PM
Here's a nice pic of my Series 1 (brown) warrior, it was my first NECA Alien figure, and all I can say it that the paintjob was really decent for the price.
I've never encountered any issue with NECA figures for the moment.

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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Feb 05, 2014, 06:59:35 AM
That picture is great. Would look even more amazing with the black alien from the red/black 2 pack. The truth is with any of these new Neca figures, the paint jobs can look great depending on lighting, but the more you bring the figures under bright light, the more crappy their paint jobs look. Oh well.

--

Here are the 3 main toy versions of Big Chap. Which one is best?

IMO, the new Neca one is still the best, though I may have exaggerated a few posts below how terrible the old one actually is. The old one is good, but the new paint job is more black, glossy, and movie-accurate in general. There's also something about the white cloudy dome. McFarlane's Big Chap is quite bad overall. The good points are the detailing under the dome, which looks amazingly intricate, yet is not movie accurate whatsoever. The orange paint is a big WTF. The figure can't even stand tall. That's just a few. I do like the translucent plastic with paint over it. I wish Neca would use something like that in a new version of Big Chap.

Any chances we get to see Neca do more versions of Kane's son?





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http://s29.postimg.org/k6w101eo5/100_5005.jpg (http://s29.postimg.org/k6w101eo5/100_5005.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 05, 2014, 01:14:48 PM
I got the '79 Alien and blue 'Aliens' warrior in from Amazon and I've got some buyer's remorse. :(

The paint on the teeth on the '79 Alien is all jacked up, and there was no way to tell until after I'd opened it up and gotten the figure out of the packaging. I should be able to fix it with some paints I have on hand, but it's still pretty lame.

The Blue Warrior's lower jaw is all cockeyed - I might be able to salvage it with liberal use of a hairdryer or something, but I'm still pretty annoyed. Also the mold line running down the center of the forehead is really thick and prominent (moreso than on any of the other NECA Aliens I have in this mold). I think I can file it down if I need to, but it's still pretty lame and kinda ruins the head. I might keep an eye out and see if TRU gets the figure in and try to exchange with them or something, but I'm pretty disappointed.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Feb 05, 2014, 05:42:43 PM
Seems like you ran into some of the same issues that Sizzy and I did. I held off on buying either figure as there were only a handful of each to choose from. The Giger Aliens that we saw all had poor paint jobs on the teeth and the upper lips looked a bit lop-sided. The Blue paint jobs on the Cameron Aliens looked rushed and sloppy. When Sizzy opened hers, we noticed the joints were very loose on the Giger one, and the inner-jaw was upside down on the Cameron one. The Aliens calves also seem to be pretty flimsy and soft. I'm pretty disappointed with this new Aliens line, sure we may seem nit-picky here, but are these not meant for hardcore collectors? Compared to the excellent Genocide 2-Pack it seems quality control has been slipping with their manufacturer again. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SizzyBubbles on Feb 05, 2014, 10:29:37 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 05, 2014, 01:14:48 PM
I got the '79 Alien and blue 'Aliens' warrior in from Amazon and I've got some buyer's remorse. :(

The paint on the teeth on the '79 Alien is all jacked up, and there was no way to tell until after I'd opened it up and gotten the figure out of the packaging. I should be able to fix it with some paints I have on hand, but it's still pretty lame.

The Blue Warrior's lower jaw is all cockeyed - I might be able to salvage it with liberal use of a hairdryer or something, but I'm still pretty annoyed. Also the mold line running down the center of the forehead is really thick and prominent (moreso than on any of the other NECA Aliens I have in this mold). I think I can file it down if I need to, but it's still pretty lame and kinda ruins the head. I might keep an eye out and see if TRU gets the figure in and try to exchange with them or something, but I'm pretty disappointed.

Same problem. The new blue/brown warriors i guess don't get painted claws anymore either? My '70 alien also had issues i noticed also after unboxing... like Ridgetop said, loose joints (i can wiggle him around and he does the hula), a messed up jaw n' inner jaws.
Yeah, i am definitely disappointed at the cheap and sloppy job NECA did with these new aliens. The head-on-a-spear alien head that came with my Wasp Pred is painted much better then the actual Alien figures themselves! what?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 06, 2014, 01:06:46 AM
GOOD NEWS!

I stopped by TRU and they had the new Aliens wave, and I found replacement figures that were better than the ones I got from Amazon. The '79 Alien's teeth look a lot better and fit together better (although there's a miniscule gap between the front of the upper and lower jaws when the mouth is closed). The teeth aren't perfect, but it's nothing a tiny bit of paint won't fix.
The Blue Warrior I picked up is also a vast improvement. his shins aren't all warped, his teeth line up much better (although not perfectly), and the seam on the head isn't as bad. The seam is still there, so I'll likely sand it down a little bit, and the lower jaw is still a little cockeyed, but it's not anywhere near as bad as the first one I got.

They had a few to choose from at the TRU I went to, and all of the Blue Warriors had the same visibly cockeyed lower jaw; the one I bought was the "best" of the three they had. The other two were about as bad as the first one I'd gotten.

It's weird because my other Aliens in the same mold don't have that problem. I've got the red and black ones from the Genocide two-pack and they're fine.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Feb 07, 2014, 10:40:02 AM
Opened my 79 Alien today and pretty pleased with it....however the head is super loose and the dome does protrude slightly on one side where it meets the top of the mouth (but I could easily fix that with a dab of glue).

But all in all, pretty neat, especially for the price online of just over £14.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 12, 2014, 09:18:08 PM
Neca has tweeted this tease of the Alien3 figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Feb 12, 2014, 09:37:09 PM
ALL MY MONEYZ!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Cvalda on Feb 12, 2014, 09:50:48 PM
 :o Looks like I'm gonna have to buy a damned toy.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 12, 2014, 09:51:57 PM
This is a hell of a good news !

Now let's hope that we eventually get the 3-pack (Dallas / Bishop / Dog Alien) this NECA staff member was teasing about last November  :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Feb 12, 2014, 11:04:44 PM
Oh and jonesy the cat will also be released :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Cvalda on Feb 12, 2014, 11:07:49 PM
...what :P

Will he include JUMP SCARE ACTION?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Feb 12, 2014, 11:13:24 PM
He'll just be included with the Dallas figure, i guess. :P

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.figures.com%2Fgallery%2Fdata%2F7672%2FDSCN8235.JPG&hash=0485d9f918bb09f8148736a66d5aea4ad3fd5ba8)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Cvalda on Feb 12, 2014, 11:16:41 PM
Pfft, that looks nothing like Jones. ::) :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Feb 12, 2014, 11:18:52 PM
the best jones toy would be a plush. A very fluffy one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bat Chain Puller on Feb 13, 2014, 12:56:50 AM
Quote from: Blacklabel on Feb 12, 2014, 11:13:24 PM
He'll just be included with the Dallas figure, i guess. :P

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.figures.com%2Fgallery%2Fdata%2F7672%2FDSCN8235.JPG&hash=0485d9f918bb09f8148736a66d5aea4ad3fd5ba8)

It should come with "Preparing for Hypersleep Ripley"  ;)

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Cvalda on Feb 13, 2014, 01:08:47 AM
Quote from: Bat Chain Puller on Feb 13, 2014, 12:56:50 AM
It should come with "Preparing for Hypersleep Ripley"  ;)
Here ya go:
Spoiler
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.inpayne.com%2Fmodels%2Fripley1-016.jpg&hash=2e3cf6ebe8b7a903760c347f3fe7464e67c77fae)
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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bat Chain Puller on Feb 13, 2014, 01:16:51 AM
Panties aren't screen accurate.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: judge death on Feb 13, 2014, 02:42:10 PM
Quote from: Jace Madan on Nov 03, 2013, 08:11:11 AM
Here's a cool pic I took of one of my warrior aliens, showing off the awesome poseability.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi82.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fj259%2FCarnage707%2Fth_IMG_0109_zps959bc711.jpg&hash=b6a8c02ff8c3339953a762272e8e4a4323383924) (http://s82.photobucket.com/user/Carnage707/media/IMG_0109_zps959bc711.jpg.html)
My Neca aliens warrior cant bend the arms outwards like that, and the jaw very easily drops out :/ I find the jaw better in the first version since that one didnt fall out by itself :)

Any news on the neca alien queen? Cant wait to get her :D
Or news if they will release any other xenos in the future, they are pretty slow with doing them compared to their predator lines, still want a good alien runner and queen alien with eggsack or from alien resurrection etc.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SizzyBubbles on Feb 13, 2014, 10:02:55 PM
Quote from: judge death on Feb 13, 2014, 02:42:10 PM
Quote from: Jace Madan on Nov 03, 2013, 08:11:11 AM
Here's a cool pic I took of one of my warrior aliens, showing off the awesome poseability.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi82.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fj259%2FCarnage707%2Fth_IMG_0109_zps959bc711.jpg&hash=b6a8c02ff8c3339953a762272e8e4a4323383924) (http://s82.photobucket.com/user/Carnage707/media/IMG_0109_zps959bc711.jpg.html)
My Neca aliens warrior cant bend the arms outwards like that, and the jaw very easily drops out :/ I find the jaw better in the first version since that one didnt fall out by itself :)

Any news on the neca alien queen? Cant wait to get her :D
Or news if they will release any other xenos in the future, they are pretty slow with doing them compared to their predator lines, still want a good alien runner and queen alien with eggsack or from alien resurrection etc.

Not sure about the queen. NECA doesn't seem to talk about it much... as far as i know its on the list, but not due out for a while yet? I remember it was gonna be a Christmas 2014 thing. who knows.
I would like a Res alien plz  ;D ;D ;D

Yeah they are turning out the preds like crazy... more aliens now please! I have been so patient! Hopefully they wont have has crummy paint jobs as the recent blue, brown, and '79 alien..
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Feb 14, 2014, 10:48:56 PM
Quote from: SizzyBubbles on Feb 13, 2014, 10:02:55 PM
Quote from: judge death on Feb 13, 2014, 02:42:10 PM
Quote from: Jace Madan on Nov 03, 2013, 08:11:11 AM
Here's a cool pic I took of one of my warrior aliens, showing off the awesome poseability.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi82.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fj259%2FCarnage707%2Fth_IMG_0109_zps959bc711.jpg&hash=b6a8c02ff8c3339953a762272e8e4a4323383924) (http://s82.photobucket.com/user/Carnage707/media/IMG_0109_zps959bc711.jpg.html)
My Neca aliens warrior cant bend the arms outwards like that, and the jaw very easily drops out :/ I find the jaw better in the first version since that one didnt fall out by itself :)

Any news on the neca alien queen? Cant wait to get her :D
Or news if they will release any other xenos in the future, they are pretty slow with doing them compared to their predator lines, still want a good alien runner and queen alien with eggsack or from alien resurrection etc.

Not sure about the queen. NECA doesn't seem to talk about it much... as far as i know its on the list, but not due out for a while yet? I remember it was gonna be a Christmas 2014 thing. who knows.
I would like a Res alien plz  ;D ;D ;D

Yeah they are turning out the preds like crazy... more aliens now please! I have been so patient! Hopefully they wont have has crummy paint jobs as the recent blue, brown, and '79 alien..



I think the paint jobs in general are fine.

What I'd like to see is the figures stop breaking so much right out of the package. With Neca it's always a gamble. Even if you have a perfectly fine figure there's always a chance it will break one day due to how cheap the plastic is.

Either way I think it's clear Neca's standards will continue. It's too bad, because Neca's molds are really the best in the world. It feels like is all we're paying for is for them to design the mold of the figure. The final product suggests quality is not on Neca's budget.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 15, 2014, 08:20:27 AM
Our first look at the Kane action figure
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 15, 2014, 09:43:09 AM
Are we only getting a facehugged Kane? Or can we expect an actual "John Hurt likeness" Kane, too?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Feb 15, 2014, 11:17:04 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 15, 2014, 09:43:09 AM
Are we only getting a facehugged Kane? Or can we expect an actual "John Hurt likeness" Kane, too?

No John Hurt likeness apparently.  He wont allow it.

I'm tempted if it comes with an egg and a separate hugger.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 15, 2014, 12:51:48 PM
That's strange, ah well perhaps he's just self-consious.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Feb 15, 2014, 02:22:30 PM
I'm still getting the figure regardless. I could have some fun with that figure. On a side note-DAT GODZILLA TEASER!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Feb 15, 2014, 02:40:28 PM
hey guys, I got the new NECA 1979 Original Alien figure! its absolutely awesome! as always NECA's sculpt is amazing. the details are crisp, clear, and accurate! the articulation is fantastic and a great step up from the original Cult Classics series one Alien line. with a few issues I've run into and I shall get to that as we go.

Sculpt: As I stated the of the figure is simply amazing! you can make out every single tube, rib, tooth, spine, and claw of the alien. the tail is as long and detailed as it's meant to be! most important is the head. it is not the same sculpt as the Cult Classics series 1 Alien, its got a lot of different details making it feel like a new figure. and of course we have the cranium under the dome! NECA has stepped up on the detail! as many of us sadly remember the prototype of the Cult Classics NECA Alien was not going to have the sculpted skull detail and instead was supposed to be painted. however instead they were drawn in..... by a sharpy...... I don't know why they did that. I feel it was more on the part of the Factory's laziness of the time (since then they changed factories), and not NECA's but I dunno.

anyways, the sculpted skull to me just feels right. the detail is amazing and it just looks awesome in the right lighting. the black void eye sockets down to the sculpted ribs down the length of the skull. just fantastic!

Paint: while the figure is all black they did add a dark-medium grey to the figure. this allows the details to be distinguished from the rest of the figure, and Man does it help. its not as heavy/sloppy as the brown alien warrior (I'll be getting the blue one next as well as the alien launching facehuggie and egg) although it could be I got a decently painted one. the claws/finger nails and teeth all look great. the left hand is a tad sloppy but that's all okay. easy fix for me, or not that noticeable.

Articulation: this is the area this figure wins over the first Original Alien NECA did. this alien figure retains the articulation of the Aliens Warrior Xenomorph from the first wave and reflects it here. this allows the alien to be posed in almost every pose from the movie and Production shots, including the crab walk, curled up sit, the crucifix (although that's basic), the bending over (mid stand up from sitting position?) stance, and any other crazy shit you can think up. you got double hinged knees, ball jointed ankles, pin and socket hips and shoulders, swivel upper thighs (well covered with the alien's exoskeleton), hinged Elbows, not double jointed but that's okay, hinged toes, hinged and swivel wrists, ball jointed neck with a sliding mechanism for head positioning, ball jointed waist, swivel biceps, and bendy tail. all that good stuff. we ofcourse have the opening mouth and extending inner jaw.

Durability: unlike the series 1 cult classics Alien figure, this figure uses a softer material plastic as opposed from the hard plastic from other figures. it uses the harder plastic for it's skeletal frame. the softer plastic has its pros and cons.

Pros: the softness of the plastic allows it to take the shock of any tumbles off the shelf. especially the smaller parts that would be prone to breaking in the harder plastic from the original series one. the soft plastic also helps with articulation, especially in the legs. series one cult classics Alien had horrendously weak knees and ankle hinges and tend to break way too easily because of being so brittle, another good thing is that unlike the Cult Classics figure, when removed from its package the soft plastic of this figure allows you to free up the joints of the figure. when in the past the joints would just break to pieces, leading to anger, tears, and a broken alien figure. here the joints are easier to free up. with these new figures the hinges are thick and the plastic soft enough to prevent breakage. lastly the soft plastic can help the figure aesthetically, while the plastic made the figure look dry, this figure looks glossy.

Cons: the soft plastic does have one con that I can think of, and that is when the figure is in package or is stored it will become easily bend and warp. however the remedy to this is time and or a hair drier.

QC Issues: I seemed to have lucked out in getting a good decent figure in terms of sculpt. I am quite pleased of how it came in. all the parts are as they should. no backwards joints, misconstruction, the dome is attached as it should be, and there is no missing or broken parts. However, I am having issues with loose joints, namely two of the right and left knee joints, the left hip hinge joint, and the neck sliding mechanism. if anyone have some ideas on how to fix it please tell me. but it's not as bad as it could be.

Final Thoughts: despite the weak joints, this is the first Giger alien I have no need to attempt to repaint or make better as I was often forced to do with the cult classics version (yes I know I harped on that figure a lot, but with good reason). due to the randomness of the QC issues I have to stress to either contact your online seller before buying, or if your buying it at a store or shop, inspect the figure, ask the staff to take the figure out and allow you to inspect it. and its the QC issues that prevents me from making it a sure buy. I say buy it if you want something cool to display, maybe customize. it can be posed much more then the Cult Classics figure, so it won't break by a mere tough. I say if you love the original alien design, and have the money to spend, get it. if not and prefer higher quality. get the smaller Revoltech alien figure. its smaller but just as cool.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Feb 15, 2014, 05:12:25 PM
Yep I love my one. The head is super wobbly but apart from that it's a superb figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 15, 2014, 06:20:24 PM
Quote from: drsmuts on Feb 15, 2014, 11:17:04 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 15, 2014, 09:43:09 AM
Are we only getting a facehugged Kane? Or can we expect an actual "John Hurt likeness" Kane, too?

No John Hurt likeness apparently.  He wont allow it.
That's shitty. :(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Feb 15, 2014, 09:38:24 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Feb 12, 2014, 09:18:08 PM
Neca has tweeted this tease of the Alien3 figure.

YES! Finaly! a runner alien! any idea's on release date, Sabres?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 16, 2014, 10:20:54 AM
As far as I know, Neca has not given any date for Dallas / Bishop yet. Neither for the facehugged Kane and the runner. They're all due 2014 according to what Randy Falk said, the NY Toy Fair will eventually provide answers to this.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: IrateMulletMan on Feb 16, 2014, 06:19:53 PM
Kane, Dallas and Bishop @ Toy Fair:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi2.wp.com%2Fthefwoosh.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F02%2FAliens1.jpg%3Fresize%3D236%252C156&hash=ca431f4211465ff3a67ad65b0e3578b90befd286)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi2.wp.com%2Fthefwoosh.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F02%2FAliens3.jpg%3Fresize%3D479%252C317&hash=98df6430dee43e0bb68a8832b40904b230282b6f)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi2.wp.com%2Fthefwoosh.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F02%2FAliens2.jpg%3Fresize%3D237%252C157&hash=4b3a3336abfef962469bcc07403baba39b6c5e95)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1.wp.com%2Fthefwoosh.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F02%2FAliens.jpg%3Fresize%3D236%252C157&hash=a68615266a9443747a5db182b65d16a339e544df)

Dat Kane...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Feb 16, 2014, 06:22:41 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BgnCZ-0CMAEiM0J.jpg:large)
(https://scontent-b-dfw.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t1/1948132_601640003237529_125756440_n.jpg)
(https://scontent-a-dfw.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t1/1012073_601636399904556_1798631485_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Cvalda on Feb 16, 2014, 06:40:20 PM
Quote from: RidgeTop on Feb 16, 2014, 06:22:41 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BgnCZ-0CMAEiM0J.jpg:large)
(https://scontent-b-dfw.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t1/1948132_601640003237529_125756440_n.jpg)
:-\ Face isn't very screen accurate. Looks barely different than the ugly Macfarlane runner thing.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Feb 16, 2014, 06:41:47 PM
The DRAGON looks (almost) perfect. Good gawd. :P

I KEEP THROWING MONEYZ AT THE SCREEN BUT NOTHING IS HAPPENING. HELP!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Feb 16, 2014, 06:43:53 PM
Dog Alien is must have. But that power loader? Good God, I`m in love with power loader.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Feb 16, 2014, 07:03:39 PM
That Runner is superb! Kane is a must have too.  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Feb 16, 2014, 07:07:32 PM
Quote from: Cvalda on Feb 16, 2014, 06:40:20 PMLooks barely different than the ugly Macfarlane runner thing.

Go get some sleep. You'll feel better after. :P  :laugh:

It's not perfect but it aint THAT BAD, yeezus.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Cvalda on Feb 16, 2014, 07:12:26 PM
Well, it doesn't :P Face doesn't look right, looks more like a Resurrection face than the beautiful runner :P

Still think the Tsukuda is the best, wonky back of the head and paint job aside:
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg505.imageshack.us%2Fimg505%2F6088%2Ftsukudadogalien2cf1.jpg&hash=18fbdacbee4bd44c4dc4bc15782b8c9c551f3e61)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 16, 2014, 07:14:31 PM
That head looks like it was cut off another figure and glued onto that body.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Feb 16, 2014, 07:18:59 PM
They made the Runner do a RAWR face like the Sideshow sculpt. Big deal. Rest of the body (and even the rest of the head) looks perfect though.

I'd bet that's a temporary headsculpt. Doesnt look like it's capable of closing it's mouth.. or even drop out it's inner jaw. Done in a hurry to show off the sculpt at the toy fair, says i. :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Cvalda on Feb 16, 2014, 07:21:27 PM
I hope you're right -- I really do :P

Look at repainted Tsukuda's though, and despair! :P

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi8.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fa10%2Fangremien%2FA3003.jpg&hash=c43870d9ddc2643099c534277cde348a19b7a9a1)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi8.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fa10%2Fangremien%2FA3proj036.jpg&hash=418435581e5b5d921e9071418805c8da41e25b80)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg505.imageshack.us%2Fimg505%2F2525%2Fa3proj017jpgw560h334kq6.jpg&hash=31dd2be3f454758ff3e366f69cdbc5adc670c4a8)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Feb 16, 2014, 07:27:10 PM
And that's an incredibly overpriced figure nowadays :P (Last i checked)

Neca's will be 20-something bucks. :P Yeah i'll stick to that one. :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Cvalda on Feb 16, 2014, 07:30:09 PM
Fair point :laugh:

I've just always wanted a Runner figure that's actually screen accurate. It's my fav design aside from the original, and we've had a few nigh-perfect representations of the original, including from NECA. Virtually all the Runners look like crap, though :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Feb 16, 2014, 07:35:10 PM
despite the face and the way the mouth looks like it won't open. I'm still getting this guy! he still looks like a gem to put on the shelf and it would help support NECA, thus we'll come closer to the Queen herself!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 16, 2014, 08:34:06 PM
Bishop, the Runner and Kane are gonna be definite buys for me.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 16, 2014, 08:56:47 PM
Wow, all these new figures are outstanding, I can't wait to see more pics - and get my hands on them !
I noticed that Kane, Bishop and the runner are displayed on the same stand, maybe they will be released simultaneously... Soon we'll know.

- Dallas and Kane are a good pair, suits / plates / helmets are highly detailed (the facehugged helmet looks so cool !), and the way they painted them distinctively will look great in display side by side.
- The Runner design isn't exactly screen accurate, agreed, but far above the crappy MacFarlane for the price ! Headsculpt actually reminds me a lot of my Sideshow Alien3 Diorama, plus the paintjob is very decent.
Looks like the mouth won't open like Titanosaur said, however take a close look to the joints which seem to be very well hidden. I'm not complaining at all on this one.
- Power loader is a hell of an unexpected badass surprise... I hope it is on scale and can be fitted with figures, so we can get Bishop or random USCM figures onboard. (It's a wild guess I know)

Well, to sum up, this first batch of pics is much rejoicing, I think I'm getting all of them  :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Feb 16, 2014, 10:14:48 PM
SON OF B$TCH! Power Loader! Hell yeah!  ;D But I knew NECA would do that gadget: I remember the last year NECA replied by tweeter the chances of making a Power Loader would be very scarce. You know, when NECA says something you can figure out it has something between hands  8).
Now the remaining questions are :

1) What the hell happened with the promised Alien queen?  :(Was it cancelled or just pulled back?
2) No Kane, Vasquez, Apone or other marines in the future?
3) I already know Sigourney Weaver don´t lend or license her likeness, but is there any chance or possibility to make a figure?

I already have the Aoshima Power Loeader which IMHO fits perfectly with the still unbeatable McFarlane Alien queen but a second one would be more than welcome. 


I asked by tweeter about the Alien queen and guess what? WE HAVE NEWS!  8)

@NECA_TOYS HOLY CRAP GUYS! POWER LOADER! This year you have my entire wallet! BTW what happened with the promised Alien queen?

NECA ‏@NECA_TOYS now

@gridseeker she's still coming. Don't worry


:) 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Feb 16, 2014, 10:38:15 PM
Quote from: Mickey on Feb 16, 2014, 06:19:53 PM
Kane, Dallas and Bishop @ Toy Fair:

http://i2.wp.com/thefwoosh.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Aliens1.jpg?resize=236%2C156

http://i2.wp.com/thefwoosh.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Aliens3.jpg?resize=479%2C317

http://i2.wp.com/thefwoosh.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Aliens2.jpg?resize=237%2C157

http://i1.wp.com/thefwoosh.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Aliens.jpg?resize=236%2C157

Dat Kane...

I need those Nostromo figures...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Feb 16, 2014, 10:41:26 PM
Quote from: Vark_ on Feb 16, 2014, 08:56:47 PM
- The Runner design isn't exactly screen accurate, agreed, but far above the crappy MacFarlane for the price ! Headsculpt actually reminds me a lot of my Sideshow Alien3 Diorama, plus the paintjob is very decent.

NECA actually based their runner figure on the Sideshow Alien3 Diorama :P There was a video tour of Neca last year and one of the artists was working on the Dog Alien while looking at the Diorama :P

That dio was built from the same mold as the rod puppet that was used in the film btw. :P So, yeah.. The neca toy is essentially pretty close to being the diorama figure with articulation... for a smaller price :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Feb 16, 2014, 10:48:19 PM
Quote from: Blacklabel on Feb 16, 2014, 10:41:26 PM
Quote from: Vark_ on Feb 16, 2014, 08:56:47 PM
- The Runner design isn't exactly screen accurate, agreed, but far above the crappy MacFarlane for the price ! Headsculpt actually reminds me a lot of my Sideshow Alien3 Diorama, plus the paintjob is very decent.

NECA actually based their runner figure on the Sideshow Alien3 Diorama :P There was a video tour of Neca last year and one of the artists was working on the Dog Alien while looking at the Diorama :P

That dio was built from the same mold as the rod puppet that was used in the film btw. :P So, yeah.. The neca toy is essentially pretty close to being the diorama figure with articulation... for a smaller price :P

Yep, I remember that video tour.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Feb 17, 2014, 01:59:33 AM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bgo-rmcCUAAzba_.jpg)

Better picture of the NECA Runner :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 17, 2014, 02:07:15 AM
All this talk makes me wonder, if the Warriors in Aliens once looked like Kane's son but then shed their carapace, what would (essentially) a warrior Runner look like?

It would be cool to see Neca get as creative with the Aliens as the Predators.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 17, 2014, 06:36:55 AM
Quoteif the Warriors in Aliens once looked like Kane's son but then shed their carapace
A common misconception. :)

Definitely want that Runner, Power Loader, and Bishop. Dallas... maybe, but I think I might have to see him in person.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: IrateMulletMan on Feb 17, 2014, 07:40:22 AM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Feb 16, 2014, 10:14:48 PM
SON OF B$TCH! Power Loader! Hell yeah!  ;D But I knew NECA would do that gadget: I remember the last year NECA replied by tweeter the chances of making a Power Loader would be very scarce. You know, when NECA says something you can figure out it has something between hands  8).
Now the remaining questions are :

1) What the hell happened with the promised Alien queen?  :(Was it cancelled or just pulled back?
2) No Kane, Vasquez, Apone or other marines in the future?
3) I already know Sigourney Weaver don´t lend or license her likeness, but is there any chance or possibility to make a figure?

I already have the Aoshima Power Loeader which IMHO fits perfectly with the still unbeatable McFarlane Alien queen but a second one would be more than welcome. 


I asked by tweeter about the Alien queen and guess what? WE HAVE NEWS!  8)

@NECA_TOYS HOLY CRAP GUYS! POWER LOADER! This year you have my entire wallet! BTW what happened with the promised Alien queen?

NECA ‏@NECA_TOYS now

@gridseeker she's still coming. Don't worry


:)

Queen is being done by Kyle Windrix, he's been taking it easy since his brother got cancer, and recently passed, hence the delays. Kane was revealed, he's the one with the facehugger on his face.  They said they are taking a break from marines for now, but I believe they said down the line we will get more(I hope).  As for Weaver, Randy said himself a power loader with no Ripley would be pointless, and someone tweeted saying something like "a power loader, does this mean a Ripley figure?" and Randy re-tweeted that tweet.  They still have two figures to reveal for series 4, so I have a good feeling about this.  Fingers crossed! :) 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Feb 17, 2014, 11:07:22 AM
Quote from: Mickey on Feb 17, 2014, 07:40:22 AM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Feb 16, 2014, 10:14:48 PM
SON OF B$TCH! Power Loader! Hell yeah!  ;D But I knew NECA would do that gadget: I remember the last year NECA replied by tweeter the chances of making a Power Loader would be very scarce. You know, when NECA says something you can figure out it has something between hands  8).
Now the remaining questions are :

1) What the hell happened with the promised Alien queen?  :(Was it cancelled or just pulled back?
2) No Kane, Vasquez, Apone or other marines in the future?
3) I already know Sigourney Weaver don´t lend or license her likeness, but is there any chance or possibility to make a figure?

I already have the Aoshima Power Loeader which IMHO fits perfectly with the still unbeatable McFarlane Alien queen but a second one would be more than welcome. 


I asked by tweeter about the Alien queen and guess what? WE HAVE NEWS!  8)

@NECA_TOYS HOLY CRAP GUYS! POWER LOADER! This year you have my entire wallet! BTW what happened with the promised Alien queen?

NECA ‏@NECA_TOYS now

@gridseeker she's still coming. Don't worry


:)

Queen is being done by Kyle Windrix, he's been taking it easy since his brother got cancer, and recently passed, hence the delays. Kane was revealed, he's the one with the facehugger on his face.  They said they are taking a break from marines for now, but I believe they said down the line we will get more(I hope).  As for Weaver, Randy said himself a power loader with no Ripley would be pointless, and someone tweeted saying something like "a power loader, does this mean a Ripley figure?" and Randy re-tweeted that tweet.  They still have two figures to reveal for series 4, so I have a good feeling about this.  Fingers crossed! :)

I see. Afterall NECA is a small company so it´s normal they delay its products releases and moreover in the case of Kyle and his late brother (RIP).
OOPS! I mean Drake, NO KANE but hopefully NECA would do more marines for series 4 or 5. As far as I know NECA said the lines 4 and 5 are coming yes or yes due the sales of series 1, so I hope to see Vasquez, DRAKE or Apone, in fact the Weyland Yutani commandos which appear at the end of Alien 3 are confirmed so fingers crossed.
Do you still remember when NECA commented they don´t have the rights to do Dutch? I think for the SDCC of this year they have, maybe, a couple of surprises.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 17, 2014, 01:57:51 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 17, 2014, 06:36:55 AM
Quoteif the Warriors in Aliens once looked like Kane's son but then shed their carapace
A common misconception. :)

Definitely want that Runner, Power Loader, and Bishop. Dallas... maybe, but I think I might have to see him in person.

How is it a mis-conception? Nothing says otherwise. (I don't take AVP or EU into account.)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Shadow on Feb 17, 2014, 04:42:36 PM
wow, the alien line are moving forward nicely!. i just wish i could say the same with the preds. i really look forward to the queen!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 9th_Stew on Feb 17, 2014, 04:49:33 PM
spunkmeyer to go with the powerloader perhaps?

I'm guessing the powerloader "figure" is setting itself up for the queen.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 17, 2014, 05:46:28 PM
http://necaonline.com/46854/products/toys/action-figures/alien-7-scale-action-figure-series-3-assortment/ (http://necaonline.com/46854/products/toys/action-figures/alien-7-scale-action-figure-series-3-assortment/)

I need this entire wave. I really need to get some more figures. Haven't brought any since Predators.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Cvalda on Feb 17, 2014, 05:58:44 PM
Quote from: Blacklabel on Feb 17, 2014, 01:59:33 AM
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bgo-rmcCUAAzba_.jpg

Better picture of the NECA Runner :)
:-X That face.

I'll still buy it, though :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 17, 2014, 06:02:34 PM
Does the Alien (1979) new version still have the ugly vein piece at the back of the head?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Feb 17, 2014, 07:50:09 PM
I'm starting to think this thread should be pinned and the colonial Marines thread should be dropped. As for the dog alien its unfortunate its mouth is in a fixed position but I think its far better then MacFarlane s runner alien.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 17, 2014, 08:24:44 PM
Yup, a single thread ("NECA Alien series" for example) should be pinned for the general discussion about the figures / releases, but the Colonial Marines thread deserves to exist for sharing squad pictures, dioramas, customs heads / armour / weapons... all the specific stuff that may interfere whith the main informations on a more global thread. 


Quote from: Blacklabel on Feb 16, 2014, 10:41:26 PMNECA actually based their runner figure on the Sideshow Alien3 Diorama :P There was a video tour of Neca last year and one of the artists was working on the Dog Alien while looking at the Diorama :P

That dio was built from the same mold as the rod puppet that was used in the film btw. :P So, yeah.. The neca toy is essentially pretty close to being the diorama figure with articulation... for a smaller price :P
I missed that tour unfortunately, so I'm glad to know my eye is still sharp  ;D.
Thanks for the information, I'll take a look at it right away !


About the "probably-fixed" jaw of the Runner, I'm not so certain about that... Take a close look on the full size image.
Don't you think it seems there's a little joint here ? I don't think the outer jaw can be opened more than this, we have no clue that the inner jaw can be taken out, but I'm starting to think the mouth can be closed completely according to that supposition.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg15.hostingpics.net%2Fpics%2F737644841.png&hash=7552c45ecba17681f6356c001100d942f345c444)
Wait & see.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 17, 2014, 08:28:37 PM
I don't see it but I hope I'm wrong.


Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 17, 2014, 08:35:20 PM
The little and neat round hole next to the arrow. If there is a joint here, this suggests a rotating movement around the axis of this hole, so the whole lower jaw.
Well, that's just a supposition though... :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 17, 2014, 08:43:46 PM
BTW have they fixed the Back of kane's Son's head?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 17, 2014, 10:12:38 PM
LOTS of good stuff and new pics of the NECA Alien display at NYTF 2014 !
http://news.toyark.com/2014/02/16/toy-fair-2014-neca-alien-116270 (http://news.toyark.com/2014/02/16/toy-fair-2014-neca-alien-116270)

Dallas and Bishop headscuplts are awesome !
New informations : Dallas will come with a hand weapon and which seems to be a flashlight, release is scheduled in Series 4.
And the Power loader is not on scale with the figures displayed here, as it stands no taller than Dallas.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 17, 2014, 10:21:22 PM
Well; that was a waste of time neca, most people only want a to scale power-loader.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 17, 2014, 10:27:43 PM
Let's not jump the gun : not taller than Dallas on display, but notice that Dallas, Bishop and Kane are quite huge (compare to the size of the Series 2 blisters on the wall...). I edited my previous post to be clear.

I would not be surprised if those human prototypes were made in a larger scale than the regular figures we will get.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 17, 2014, 10:30:32 PM
Hope you're correct.

I wonder if Neca will do Aliens based on the new comic series?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Feb 17, 2014, 10:56:40 PM
NECa said on Twitter that will be able to fit in a human figure.....and there were hints that one may be Ripley.  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 17, 2014, 11:17:39 PM
One does not simply get Sigourney Weaver's likeness  ;).
For instance, Gentle Giant recently teased (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151978611457695&set=a.226222097694.138571.171646362694&type=1&theater) this...

Anyway, Bishop drove the Power Loader too, so as several Marines.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Feb 18, 2014, 02:45:58 AM
Yeah, but in film we only see Spunkmeyer and Ripley handle it.

EDIT: And on the sizes issue, NECA almost always has larger versions, protoypes, of the figures on display at Toy Fair.  The only actual sized thing here is the Powerloader, as mentioned, and the Runner Alien.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 18, 2014, 03:23:12 AM
Yeah, the prototypes are 2-ups, twice the size of the normal retail-release figures.

Quote from: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 17, 2014, 01:57:51 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 17, 2014, 06:36:55 AM
Quoteif the Warriors in Aliens once looked like Kane's son but then shed their carapace
A common misconception. :)

Definitely want that Runner, Power Loader, and Bishop. Dallas... maybe, but I think I might have to see him in person.

How is it a mis-conception? Nothing says otherwise. (I don't take AVP or EU into account.)
There's a ton of problems with the theory. It assumes every single Alien we saw in the movie was at least like 2 days old (despite new Aliens being born right as the movie is taking place), and the molting doesn't address things like the very different hands/forearms/feet, or even the differences in the head.

I'm of the opinion that "Aliens can look different, in unexpected/unpredictable ways". Makes them more Alien in my book. :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Feb 18, 2014, 03:45:28 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 18, 2014, 03:23:12 AM
There's a ton of problems with the theory. It assumes every single Alien we saw in the movie was at least like 2 days old (despite new Aliens being born right as the movie is taking place), and the molting doesn't address things like the very different hands/forearms/feet, or even the differences in the head.

Not many problems that I can see.  I think the differences in the hands, arms, and feet could simply be another part of the growth process. 

Also, even though directors' comments aren't always canon, the growth theory isn't just some fan "misconception" - Jim Cameron himself supported it.  Yes, he removed the domes because he felt that they could break but he also he has also (later) stated that the ridged heads were a feature that developed as the Alien grew, which is why "Mary"'s chestburster still had a smooth head a la ALIEN.

Quote
I'm of the opinion that "Aliens can look different, in unexpected/unpredictable ways". Makes them more Alien in my book. :)

But if its hard to believe that every single Alien in ALIENS had to be at least two days old , why is it any easier to believe that Aliens can look different yet every single Alien in ALIENS looked damn near identical?

We can all interpret the creature however we want to, but I do not feel that the growth theory is riddled with problems.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 18, 2014, 03:57:01 AM
I guess but that doesn't work in my book as there'd at least need to be classifications of different types (All the same type in Alien, Aliens, Alien:R when it comes to adults) but yet they're all different and sometimes the explanation is lacking or isn't there at all.

Alien- Drone

Aliens- Warrior

Alien3- Runner

My theory is that it might be something to do with intelligence of the host, as we see that Runners are the same type but can come from both cumbersome large animals and fit small ones. The only commonality is animal instinct and intellgence.
The animal instinct would reason as to why the Runner is so violent, to the point of outright murder where-as the other aliens were very apt about keeping their victims alive for incubation.

Perhaps it could be that intelligence in a human decides whether a more reserved Alien is created (Kane's Son) or simply put, Warriors? Who throw themselves at the enemy.

Although when it comes to Queens, I believe a Pretorian [As I like to call them.] Egg is required.

This is what I'm going off based on the first three films.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 18, 2014, 06:04:58 AM
I like the idea of them molting as they grow. That being said I think it'd be interesting to see a more "matured" runner.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SM on Feb 18, 2014, 06:12:25 AM
QuoteThe animal instinct would reason as to why the Runner is so violent, to the point of outright murder where-as the other aliens were very apt about keeping their victims alive for incubation.

Kane's Son killed three out of four victims outright.  Was Kane's intelligence similar to that of a dog?

QuoteBut if its hard to believe that every single Alien in ALIENS had to be at least two days old , why is it any easier to believe that Aliens can look different yet every single Alien in ALIENS looked damn near identical?

Except when they change from shot to shot.  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Jace Madan on Feb 18, 2014, 07:09:58 AM
Looks like we are getting another '79 Alien according to this article: http://www.figures.com/forums/news/49052-tf14-neca-aliens.html (http://www.figures.com/forums/news/49052-tf14-neca-aliens.html)

"... and there are plans for another original Alien."

Translucent maybe? Or just having the lips in a different position...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Feb 18, 2014, 07:12:34 AM
Maybe bigger, with a different legs based on new game.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 18, 2014, 07:15:52 AM
Quote from: SM on Feb 18, 2014, 06:12:25 AM
QuoteThe animal instinct would reason as to why the Runner is so violent, to the point of outright murder where-as the other aliens were very apt about keeping their victims alive for incubation.

Kane's Son killed three out of four victims outright.  Was Kane's intelligence similar to that of a dog?


Ummm.. No, we never see this.
We see them being violently injured yes but it's never made a fact of that anyone was killed other than Kane himself.
You can certainly interpret them as being dead, but it's never made a fact of.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Feb 18, 2014, 07:18:30 AM
Parker and Lambert are definitely dead, Brett looked quite dead to me too.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 18, 2014, 07:18:44 AM



Quote from: Master on Feb 18, 2014, 07:12:34 AM
Maybe bigger, with a different legs based on new game.

I would love this or a version with the full black smooth back of the head.


Quote from: Master on Feb 18, 2014, 07:18:30 AM
Parker and Lambert are definitely dead, Brett looked quite dead to me too.

Nothing says definitely other than your perception, and you do know that your left a right sides of your brain both need to function to make a fully working human organism? Well, if one is disabled and the other isn't you will likely go into a catatonic state but not dead.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Feb 18, 2014, 04:56:44 PM
Thats quite a leap! Parker had his brains smashed out all over the floor!  ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 18, 2014, 05:02:39 PM
Quote from: drsmuts on Feb 18, 2014, 04:56:44 PM
Thats quite a leap! Parker had his brains smashed out all over the floor!  ;)

Un No, he had a hole punched in it, his brains didn't splatter all over the walls.

And as I already said, right and left heimisphere 9.5/10 times it works.
And even if it doesn't it's still legitimate, intelligent and non-violent compared to the Runner.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blerbins on Feb 18, 2014, 07:38:05 PM
A few possible updates about the Alien and Aliens series in this link. I guess we will see if this is true.

http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/neca-unveils-hot-new-product-line-ups-at-new-york-toy-fair-246004381.html (http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/neca-unveils-hot-new-product-line-ups-at-new-york-toy-fair-246004381.html)

Spoiler
As part of the 35th anniversary celebration of the ground-breaking movie ALIEN, NECA will release the first-ever action figures of main character Ellen Ripley that feature the likeness and approval of actress Sigourney Weaver, who was nominated for an Oscar® and Golden Globe® for ALIENS in 1987. Initial plans include a figure of Ripley in her Nostromo jumpsuit from the original 1979 film, to be followed later by a Ripley figure based on the 1986 movie ALIENS, directed by James Cameron. Prototypes will debut later this summer at San Diego Comic-Con.
The celebration will continue through the year, with a special 35th Anniversary figure appearing in each series of Alien 7" action figures. Visitors to the booth got a rare peek at Series 3, scheduled for July; Series 4 is slated for autumn.
NECA also revealed a spectacular summer treat for fans: two Deluxe 35th Anniversary releases, both completely in scale with the main action figure line. The massive Alien Queen Ultra Deluxe Boxed Action Figure will arrive in July, shortly before the release of the iconic Power Loader exoskeleton, which is famously used by Lt. Ripley to battle the Alien Queen in one of the most thrilling scenes in the 1987 movie.
[close]

On a side note, I asked about the loader and it's supposed to have quite a bit of articulation and they are trying to get an led up top for the yellow light. Could be pretty awesome. I'm going to be in debt this year lol.


Yep they got her!

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/435866862203990016/photo/1
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Feb 18, 2014, 08:09:43 PM
OH MY GODDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Cvalda on Feb 18, 2014, 08:14:55 PM
Go Siggy, gettin' them nerd licensing dollas :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Feb 18, 2014, 08:18:39 PM
We better get an Alien 3 bald Siggy figure, eventually! :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 18, 2014, 08:19:14 PM
I was gonna post their tweet right away, but someone was faster  ;D.
HUGE news indeed, and much rejoicing !
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Cvalda on Feb 18, 2014, 08:19:35 PM
Quote from: Blacklabel on Feb 18, 2014, 08:18:39 PM
We better get an Alien 3 bald Siggy figure, eventually! :P
Def more pleasing to the eye than RIPLEY w/ 80s PERM ACTION! ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Feb 18, 2014, 08:21:32 PM
79 Siggy will have a flamethrower
Aliens Siggy will have a rifle/flamethrower duct tape, combo.

Alien 3 siggy will have a madafaking steel pipe.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Feb 18, 2014, 08:26:40 PM
YES YES YES. God I just came! I gotta make more room on my shelves. Thank you NECA for providing this fan service! Finally a Ripley figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Feb 18, 2014, 08:41:37 PM
Now that`s the news. I piss on Kenner Predators, this is something I was waiting for! Gimmie pics NAO!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Feb 18, 2014, 08:59:55 PM
Fantastic news....they had hinted at it but it's finally reality!

Can't wait till SDCC to see the unveiling!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 18, 2014, 09:41:42 PM
Quote from: MrSpaceJockey on Feb 18, 2014, 03:45:28 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 18, 2014, 03:23:12 AM
There's a ton of problems with the theory. It assumes every single Alien we saw in the movie was at least like 2 days old (despite new Aliens being born right as the movie is taking place), and the molting doesn't address things like the very different hands/forearms/feet, or even the differences in the head.

Not many problems that I can see.  I think the differences in the hands, arms, and feet could simply be another part of the growth process. 

Also, even though directors' comments aren't always canon, the growth theory isn't just some fan "misconception" - Jim Cameron himself supported it.
My comment was largely tongue-in-cheek (hinted by the smiley I used). It was mostly because the "molting" idea was being stated as a fact, I was commenting that it's just one interpretation. :)

Quote
But if its hard to believe that every single Alien in ALIENS had to be at least two days old , why is it any easier to believe that Aliens can look different yet every single Alien in ALIENS looked damn near identical?
Because the molting idea falls apart when you look at the other movies. In a bubble, with just 'Aliens', the molting idea works. But when you start factoring in the time-frames of 'Alien3' and 'Alien Resurrection', it stops working.
In 'Aliens', you're assuming that every single Alien is old enough to have molted - that puts the threshold at, like, at least a day or so old where they still have the smooth head before they lose it. So that assumes that every Alien in 'Aliens' is at least a day old, despite us seeing Aliens being born literally on-screen as the movie is taking place.
And then if you factor in the other sequels, they span an even longer timeframe than 'Alien' did and still have smooth-headed Aliens the entire time. Now for the "molting" idea to work, every single on-screen Alien in 'Aliens' needs to all be at least several days old, despite evidence to the contrary.

And of course it goes right out the window if you factor in the AvP movies, because AvPR had ridged-headed ones right from the get-go.

Why do they look consistent within their given movies? It's obviously a stylistic choice on the part of the filmmakers, but the my preferred "in-universe" explanation is "they're Aliens and they do weird and unpredictable shit we can't explain", which has been a cornerstone of the creature's concept since 'Alien'. :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 18, 2014, 09:53:38 PM
Official post on NECA website for Weaver likeness :)

http://necaonline.com/46990/blog/news-and-announcements/alien-35th-anniversary-first-ever-figures-of-ripley-with-sigourney-weavers-likeness/ (http://necaonline.com/46990/blog/news-and-announcements/alien-35th-anniversary-first-ever-figures-of-ripley-with-sigourney-weavers-likeness/)

(check the other posts below on their site, they have created another version of Jonesey the cat, this one is hissing at the Big Chap)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Feb 18, 2014, 10:05:11 PM
Wonderful!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Shadow on Feb 18, 2014, 10:10:05 PM
Shit really starts to get serious now!, and the wallet starts to get sucked dry
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 18, 2014, 10:20:10 PM
I'm not terribly concerned with having a Ripley figure (Although I'd definitely  buy one if she came with a pulse rifle/flame thrower combo). I'd consider getting the power loader depending on the price, and doing a larger version of the diorama that came with the collectors edition f ACM.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SM on Feb 18, 2014, 11:20:47 PM
Quote from: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 18, 2014, 07:15:52 AM
Quote from: SM on Feb 18, 2014, 06:12:25 AM
QuoteThe animal instinct would reason as to why the Runner is so violent, to the point of outright murder where-as the other aliens were very apt about keeping their victims alive for incubation.

Kane's Son killed three out of four victims outright.  Was Kane's intelligence similar to that of a dog?


Ummm.. No, we never see this.
We see them being violently injured yes but it's never made a fact of that anyone was killed other than Kane himself.
You can certainly interpret them as being dead, but it's never made a fact of.

Ripley blew up the ship to destroy a creature that hadn't actually killed anyone...

:laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 18, 2014, 11:33:18 PM
Quote from: SM on Feb 18, 2014, 11:20:47 PM
Quote from: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 18, 2014, 07:15:52 AM
Quote from: SM on Feb 18, 2014, 06:12:25 AM
QuoteThe animal instinct would reason as to why the Runner is so violent, to the point of outright murder where-as the other aliens were very apt about keeping their victims alive for incubation.

Kane's Son killed three out of four victims outright.  Was Kane's intelligence similar to that of a dog?


Ummm.. No, we never see this.
We see them being violently injured yes but it's never made a fact of that anyone was killed other than Kane himself.
You can certainly interpret them as being dead, but it's never made a fact of.

Ripley blew up the ship to destroy a creature that hadn't actually killed anyone...

:laugh:

Well brain-dead, or some being turned into horrible egg-morphs if you go by the DC but yes.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SM on Feb 18, 2014, 11:41:56 PM
Wow what a heartless bitch.

:laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 18, 2014, 11:45:42 PM
Well, I certainly wouldn't try to save brain-dead people (Who I likely mistook for dead) when there's a giant monster stalking me and I have to leave in five minutes. :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SM on Feb 19, 2014, 01:07:59 AM
Only she didn't need to leave in five minutes.

She threw the switches after everyone else on her crew was dead.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 19, 2014, 02:10:32 AM
Supposedly dead.

Fine adrenaline alone.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 19, 2014, 02:32:08 AM
Those peeps be dead bro. :(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 19, 2014, 02:55:58 AM
When the nostromo blew up, otherwise it's just perception telling you that.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Feb 19, 2014, 03:14:10 AM
Quote from: koolaidyeti on Feb 18, 2014, 07:38:05 PM
A few possible updates about the Alien and Aliens series in this link. I guess we will see if this is true.

http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/neca-unveils-hot-new-product-line-ups-at-new-york-toy-fair-246004381.html (http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/neca-unveils-hot-new-product-line-ups-at-new-york-toy-fair-246004381.html)

Spoiler
As part of the 35th anniversary celebration of the ground-breaking movie ALIEN, NECA will release the first-ever action figures of main character Ellen Ripley that feature the likeness and approval of actress Sigourney Weaver, who was nominated for an Oscar® and Golden Globe® for ALIENS in 1987. Initial plans include a figure of Ripley in her Nostromo jumpsuit from the original 1979 film, to be followed later by a Ripley figure based on the 1986 movie ALIENS, directed by James Cameron. Prototypes will debut later this summer at San Diego Comic-Con.
The celebration will continue through the year, with a special 35th Anniversary figure appearing in each series of Alien 7" action figures. Visitors to the booth got a rare peek at Series 3, scheduled for July; Series 4 is slated for autumn.
NECA also revealed a spectacular summer treat for fans: two Deluxe 35th Anniversary releases, both completely in scale with the main action figure line. The massive Alien Queen Ultra Deluxe Boxed Action Figure will arrive in July, shortly before the release of the iconic Power Loader exoskeleton, which is famously used by Lt. Ripley to battle the Alien Queen in one of the most thrilling scenes in the 1987 movie.
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On a side note, I asked about the loader and it's supposed to have quite a bit of articulation and they are trying to get an led up top for the yellow light. Could be pretty awesome. I'm going to be in debt this year lol.


Yep they got her!

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/435866862203990016/photo/1 (https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/435866862203990016/photo/1)

I am officially shitting bricks... Bricks of awesomeness!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 19, 2014, 03:21:15 AM
Quote from: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 19, 2014, 02:55:58 AM
When the nostromo blew up, otherwise it's just perception telling you that.
Nah man, the Alien murdered them, sorry :(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 19, 2014, 03:46:13 AM
Can't prove it. I know it was the intention but it's never made a fact of.

And I prefer it that way, means my interpretation of Alien types is flawless.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Feb 19, 2014, 04:10:11 AM
@The1PerfectOrganism and Xenomrph  Okay guys lets stay on topic. I'm sure there is a thread in the proper area for this conversation.

Back on topic: way the artical stated, the Alien queen will be huge. its little surprise, but as I stated before in this thread and on this forum, that Queen will no doubt need some means of being stable. NECA please give us a prop stand for her to balance on. maybe like a Tomashii stand or something.

As for Ripley, I hope there is also a Hyper sleep version. *grins*
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Feb 19, 2014, 06:54:53 AM
I really hope it's a Queen with ovipositor hive set, which we never got a large scale version for so far. It can be made detachable so it can be posed with the powerloader diorama in the hanger bay. A full scale queen hive would be something to see, with lots of eggs...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Feb 19, 2014, 07:25:33 AM
Now that the Ripley figure is definite,maybe the remaining crewmembers too?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Feb 19, 2014, 10:41:13 AM
I'm really happy about the Sigourney Weaver news.  I'm glad she cahnged her mind.  I'd be happy to collect what marines are made available, but Ripley really completes an Aliens collection.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SM on Feb 19, 2014, 11:11:28 AM
Quote from: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 19, 2014, 02:55:58 AM
When the nostromo blew up, otherwise it's just perception telling you that.

:laugh:

Nah it didn't blow up - it's just 'perception' telling you that.  All of Alien was just a dream in hypersleep.  Ditto all the sequels.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 19, 2014, 05:13:36 PM
If you want to believe that it's your perrogitive, and no one can prove you wrong. (:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 19, 2014, 09:12:12 PM
Walk around with Randy Falk on the NECA booth at NYTF.
Some new juicy informations for 2014 : Alien Series 3, 4 and 5, the power loader, and a huge box set for the queen.
The schedule is actually up to Series 6 and 7 and may include Kenner, video games and comic books characters.

Start watching at 12"50  :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xg98Uhp87Mg#t=775 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xg98Uhp87Mg#t=775)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Feb 20, 2014, 02:39:43 AM
Would get two loaders. One to recreate the queen fight, the other to Alicify... Hopefully they won't be priced too high.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Jace Madan on Feb 20, 2014, 10:01:06 AM
Man, that Dog Alien looks amazing...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 9th_Stew on Feb 20, 2014, 03:31:04 PM
Since the queen will be in scale to the 7" figures, how big will she actually be?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 20, 2014, 03:35:21 PM
Can't wait.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Feb 20, 2014, 07:54:17 PM
Quote from: 9th_Stew on Feb 20, 2014, 03:31:04 PM
Since the queen will be in scale to the 7" figures, how big will she actually be?
I've heard 20 inches I believe but I'm not sure
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 9th_Stew on Feb 20, 2014, 08:19:22 PM
Quote from: Predalien91 on Feb 20, 2014, 07:54:17 PM
Quote from: 9th_Stew on Feb 20, 2014, 03:31:04 PM
Since the queen will be in scale to the 7" figures, how big will she actually be?
I've heard 20 inches I believe but I'm not sure

ok cheers :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Cvalda on Feb 20, 2014, 08:53:03 PM
Quote from: Jace Madan on Feb 20, 2014, 10:01:06 AM
Man, that Dog Alien looks amazing...
Certainly looks better in that vid than in the photos. Must be the angle :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Feb 20, 2014, 09:39:46 PM
It already looks better than the overpriced Hot Toys dog alien. :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: judge death on Feb 21, 2014, 01:31:15 PM
I tried to find pictures of the improved HR Giger alien( Big chap) from Neca but couldn't find any in this thread so: Can someone show pictures of it and it it is improved posing abilities? :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Feb 21, 2014, 04:08:36 PM
Quote from: judge death on Feb 21, 2014, 01:31:15 PM
I tried to find pictures of the improved HR Giger alien( Big chap) from Neca but couldn't find any in this thread so: Can someone show pictures of it and it it is improved posing abilities? :)


Here you go:

http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=49861.0 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=49861.0)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: judge death on Feb 21, 2014, 04:43:11 PM
Thanks so much! Now i must get it myself, my previous one from Neca just got outdated xD
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Feb 21, 2014, 07:09:17 PM
Quote from: judge death on Feb 21, 2014, 04:43:11 PM
Thanks so much! Now i must get it myself, my previous one from Neca just got outdated xD

the figure is Vastly superior compared to the original NECA version. the articulation is better, and won't break as easily as the other would. and the skull under the dome is actualy sculpted and not drawn on with a sharpy. Honestly, what the hell was with the sharpy drawn lines for the skull?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Feb 21, 2014, 11:04:53 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-j3u11m2ZI#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-j3u11m2ZI#ws)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Feb 22, 2014, 12:01:09 AM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on Feb 21, 2014, 07:09:17 PM
Quote from: judge death on Feb 21, 2014, 04:43:11 PM
Thanks so much! Now i must get it myself, my previous one from Neca just got outdated xD

the figure is Vastly superior compared to the original NECA version. the articulation is better, and won't break as easily as the other would. and the skull under the dome is actualy sculpted and not drawn on with a sharpy. Honestly, what the hell was with the sharpy drawn lines for the skull?
I never knew that. I never owned the original NECA Giger alien. Wow I gonna Google some pictures of that one I gotta see that.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Feb 22, 2014, 12:28:59 AM
If there is an EEV playset/vehicle and/or a shaved head Ripley action figure they will be definite purchases!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 9th_Stew on Feb 22, 2014, 11:04:21 AM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Feb 22, 2014, 12:28:59 AM
If there is an EEV playset/vehicle and/or a shaved head Ripley action figure they will be definite purchases!

would be nice to see a Alien 3 Ripley with a busted Bishop (ooo er Mrs)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.figures.com%2Fforums%2Fattachments%2Fnews%2F166812d1392784775-tf14-necas-alien-35th-anniversary-update-power_loader.jpg&hash=ae91ad4766408d8a853e7f4b74a6e03673494120)

On another note dont you thing the powerloader is a little top heavy that if u put a figure inside it would fall forward?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 22, 2014, 01:00:32 PM
Not if NECA balances it right.

Off the top of my head, they could counteract the top-heaviness by making the legs largely solid and the 'torso" more hollow. I'm not a toy engineer, but I'm confident NECA isn't going to mess this one up.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 22, 2014, 02:01:14 PM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Feb 21, 2014, 11:04:53 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-j3u11m2ZI#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-j3u11m2ZI#ws)

Wtf, does this happen often?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 9th_Stew on Feb 22, 2014, 04:20:14 PM
Quote from: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 22, 2014, 02:01:14 PM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Feb 21, 2014, 11:04:53 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-j3u11m2ZI#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-j3u11m2ZI#ws)

Wtf, does this happen often?

the figure at the end of the vid looks like he's shat himself.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Feb 22, 2014, 08:09:41 PM
Quote from: The1PerfectOrganism on Feb 22, 2014, 02:01:14 PM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Feb 21, 2014, 11:04:53 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-j3u11m2ZI#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-j3u11m2ZI#ws)

Wtf, does this happen often?
It may have been just bad luck. Mine is in great condition. I've posed it like crazy and it still is not loose. In all honesty I've never had a recent NECA toy that has these problems.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HUGZZ on Feb 23, 2014, 04:40:24 AM
Ugh, I got the new Big Chapfigure and tried bending the thigh and his leg snapped right off. I've never had this problem with neca figures before, so it was a bit of a shock  ???
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Feb 24, 2014, 10:04:30 PM
My Giger Alien just took a tumble off the shelf, I didn't worry about it at first until I found the foot snapped off from the ankle!

Luckily I managed to fix it rather easily being a Model maker and Custom maker for toys. *used a metal pen to connect the two ball joint parts. easy enough)

I really hope the next wave of Aliens have better QC.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SizzyBubbles on Feb 25, 2014, 09:38:06 PM
Quote from: HUGZZ on Feb 23, 2014, 04:40:24 AM
Ugh, I got the new Big Chapfigure and tried bending the thigh and his leg snapped right off. I've never had this problem with neca figures before, so it was a bit of a shock  ???

Same here, I've never had an issue with NECA's older alien figures. Just these new ones (and the big chap figures seems to be the worst off). Lucky he hasn't broken yet.

Quote from: TITANOSAUR on Feb 24, 2014, 10:04:30 PM
My Giger Alien just took a tumble off the shelf, I didn't worry about it at first until I found the foot snapped off from the ankle!

Luckily I managed to fix it rather easily being a Model maker and Custom maker for toys. *used a metal pen to connect the two ball joint parts. easy enough)

I really hope the next wave of Aliens have better QC.

Haha. Mine does the same. He kinda stands... but i always come home to him either fallen over or on the floor. GO HOME ALIEN YER DRUNK.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Feb 26, 2014, 12:30:39 AM
Got my first neca alien, and it has floppy knees, which means it won't stand out of the box.

So what I did, was for every joint that was stuck, I used a dap of oil on a Q tip and worked it into the joints, and for every loose joint I squeezed a little white glue on the outside of the pegs and worked it in, moving the joint around until the glue drys and the joint is tighter.

Since my alien came with an Hicks, I noted that the shoulder light was supposed to fit into a hole at the back, but the hole in the armor and the main body was half an inch apart, which required some creative cutting with a hole punch.

If your kit isn't broken out of the box, I think it's fine to get one and work on it a little. Just don't play around with it too much.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: kfitch06 on Feb 26, 2014, 04:55:30 AM
The Queen better be damn good. We've been waiting long enough...I love my Revoltech Queen, but I need a larger one and honestly Neca is the best when it comes to detail. Even with Revoltech's size difference, there's still not quite the quality in detail and finish of the figure that Neca provides. (She looks pretty shiny and plastic-like compared to my organic looking Neca warriors)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Feb 26, 2014, 01:16:42 PM
Quote from: kfitch06 on Feb 26, 2014, 04:55:30 AM
The Queen better be damn good. We've been waiting long enough...I love my Revoltech Queen, but I need a larger one and honestly Neca is the best when it comes to detail. Even with Revoltech's size difference, there's still not quite the quality in detail and finish of the figure that Neca provides. (She looks pretty shiny and plastic-like compared to my organic looking Neca warriors)

Yes, however I worry with the lack of Quality Control NECA is showing as of late I think we need to urge NECA to take care when the queen comes out. this will be a large figure and anything can upset the delicate balance of the figure. both stability and aesthetically. the last thing we want is an alien Queen with weak joints, parts that will break the mere seconds its out of the box, or worse. NECA needs to step up on their Quality Control, or I am NOT buying the queen.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: judge death on Feb 26, 2014, 03:03:37 PM
The quality control is now far better than it was in the past with the original alien figures: I had to buy 5 aliens warriors to get one which wasnt broken (in the box) and they were far more fragile and not built to survive a fall. The tubes on the head was often broken or some joint broke.

Of the new series I got them in good condition and far less fragile, only complain on mine is the jaw problem but else they are fine, but I could be lucky.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: kfitch06 on Feb 27, 2014, 05:21:25 AM
Yeah, I have five Neca Alien figures not a single has ever broke! Provided, I don't "play" with any of them or move them much at all. They basically come straight out of the box, positioned in my desired pose and set on my shelf.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Feb 27, 2014, 06:20:59 AM
I urge EVERYONE to buy directly from Neca on Ebay. If your figure is broken out of the package, just report it to Neca and they will ask for a picture of the broken figure. When you provide this to them, they will be forced to refund the money you paid for the figure, though perhaps not the shipping. They may send you a new one too, I'm sure, if it was expensive enough.

This is what they did for me. But they make it much more difficult if you didn't buy directly from them. They'll tell you to deal directly with whoever you bought it from, and that just isn't fair.

Neca is horrible with quality control and they need to be held accountable. $15 per figure or not, these issues just aren't an excuse or proper.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Feb 27, 2014, 08:42:01 AM
God damn, it costs 3 times the price of the figure to ship to my side of the world at ebay Neca. Guess its back to scouting the local stores for an unbroken piece...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Feb 27, 2014, 08:52:28 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Feb 27, 2014, 06:20:59 AM
I urge EVERYONE to buy directly from Neca on Ebay. If your figure is broken out of the package, just report it to Neca and they will ask for a picture of the broken figure. When you provide this to them, they will be forced to refund the money you paid for the figure, though perhaps not the shipping. They may send you a new one too, I'm sure, if it was expensive enough.

This is what they did for me. But they make it much more difficult if you didn't buy directly from them. They'll tell you to deal directly with whoever you bought it from, and that just isn't fair.

Neca is horrible with quality control and they need to be held accountable. $15 per figure or not, these issues just aren't an excuse or proper.

I think its the mentality that unless it costs over $60 Quality itself should be set aside for Quantity.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SizzyBubbles on Feb 27, 2014, 11:59:11 PM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on Feb 27, 2014, 08:52:28 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Feb 27, 2014, 06:20:59 AM
I urge EVERYONE to buy directly from Neca on Ebay. If your figure is broken out of the package, just report it to Neca and they will ask for a picture of the broken figure. When you provide this to them, they will be forced to refund the money you paid for the figure, though perhaps not the shipping. They may send you a new one too, I'm sure, if it was expensive enough.

This is what they did for me. But they make it much more difficult if you didn't buy directly from them. They'll tell you to deal directly with whoever you bought it from, and that just isn't fair.

Neca is horrible with quality control and they need to be held accountable. $15 per figure or not, these issues just aren't an excuse or proper.

I think its the mentality that unless it costs over $60 Quality itself should be set aside for Quantity.

Unfortunately with buying online, you don't get to look through the figures to get the best (or least crummy as is the case with the recent aliens) so you might just end up with one with a bad paint job or warped/broken part. I've become hesitant from buying online because of this. Better return policy? or risk getting a crummy figure? i dunno.
They really need to fix their customer service policy from the sounds of it... especially with such poor quality control. It's not the 3rd party store's fault that NECA made a defective figure (what do i do? keep buying and returning till a get a good one?) especially when its a well known, common defect in a particular figure.

And I've never had an issue with any of their older Alien and Pred figures. Is that weird?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on Feb 28, 2014, 03:14:50 PM
Quote from: SizzyBubbles on Feb 27, 2014, 11:59:11 PM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on Feb 27, 2014, 08:52:28 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Feb 27, 2014, 06:20:59 AM
I urge EVERYONE to buy directly from Neca on Ebay. If your figure is broken out of the package, just report it to Neca and they will ask for a picture of the broken figure. When you provide this to them, they will be forced to refund the money you paid for the figure, though perhaps not the shipping. They may send you a new one too, I'm sure, if it was expensive enough.

This is what they did for me. But they make it much more difficult if you didn't buy directly from them. They'll tell you to deal directly with whoever you bought it from, and that just isn't fair.

Neca is horrible with quality control and they need to be held accountable. $15 per figure or not, these issues just aren't an excuse or proper.

I think its the mentality that unless it costs over $60 Quality itself should be set aside for Quantity.

Unfortunately with buying online, you don't get to look through the figures to get the best (or least crummy as is the case with the recent aliens) so you might just end up with one with a bad paint job or warped/broken part. I've become hesitant from buying online because of this. Better return policy? or risk getting a crummy figure? i dunno.
They really need to fix their customer service policy from the sounds of it... especially with such poor quality control. It's not the 3rd party store's fault that NECA made a defective figure (what do i do? keep buying and returning till a get a good one?) especially when its a well known, common defect in a particular figure.

And I've never had an issue with any of their older Alien and Pred figures. Is that weird?

I totally agree man, ever since I bought a NECA Big Chap figure with a wonky knee (It's just about to fall off I reckon) I've been hesitant from buying online.. It's a shame, because here in Scotland, apart from online stores, NECA  figures are impossible to get on the high street.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: judge death on Mar 01, 2014, 12:26:16 AM
Quote from: Zenstoren on Feb 28, 2014, 03:14:50 PM
Quote from: SizzyBubbles on Feb 27, 2014, 11:59:11 PM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on Feb 27, 2014, 08:52:28 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Feb 27, 2014, 06:20:59 AM
I urge EVERYONE to buy directly from Neca on Ebay. If your figure is broken out of the package, just report it to Neca and they will ask for a picture of the broken figure. When you provide this to them, they will be forced to refund the money you paid for the figure, though perhaps not the shipping. They may send you a new one too, I'm sure, if it was expensive enough.

This is what they did for me. But they make it much more difficult if you didn't buy directly from them. They'll tell you to deal directly with whoever you bought it from, and that just isn't fair.

Neca is horrible with quality control and they need to be held accountable. $15 per figure or not, these issues just aren't an excuse or proper.

I think its the mentality that unless it costs over $60 Quality itself should be set aside for Quantity.

Unfortunately with buying online, you don't get to look through the figures to get the best (or least crummy as is the case with the recent aliens) so you might just end up with one with a bad paint job or warped/broken part. I've become hesitant from buying online because of this. Better return policy? or risk getting a crummy figure? i dunno.
They really need to fix their customer service policy from the sounds of it... especially with such poor quality control. It's not the 3rd party store's fault that NECA made a defective figure (what do i do? keep buying and returning till a get a good one?) especially when its a well known, common defect in a particular figure.

And I've never had an issue with any of their older Alien and Pred figures. Is that weird?

I totally agree man, ever since I bought a NECA Big Chap figure with a wonky knee (It's just about to fall off I reckon) I've been hesitant from buying online.. It's a shame, because here in Scotland, apart from online stores, NECA  figures are impossible to get on the high street.
Like here then: No store in Sweden sells them :/

On the question: That is a miracle since my experience is the opposite: Their older aliens broke a lot more and easier and took me 5 tries before I got one which wasnt broken xD
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Mar 02, 2014, 06:40:14 PM
Same here in France, only a few online shops sell NECA stuff they order from overseas in a small quantity (some are real stores, but driving 200 miles for a 20$ figure is out of the question). I don't have much choice but buying online and praying I won't get a crippled figure.

Although I have never had quality issues, I'm concerned reading you for the upcoming long awaited Series...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Mar 06, 2014, 09:19:02 PM
First wave of 6 NECA scalers is on sale, particularly their Predator and Xenomorph figure !
Besides, they can be sold separately which is a good news for those who are not interested in the whole Series 1 (I just ordered a single xeno from HK, I'll share some pics when it arrives home !).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Mar 13, 2014, 06:29:48 PM
As promised, here are a few pics of the Xeno Scaler :)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg11.hostingpics.net%2Fthumbs%2Fmini_776119IMG0189Custom.png&hash=c5ef292e549798f40a4d6d953e804c0541cdd0e0) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=776119IMG0189Custom.png) (https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg11.hostingpics.net%2Fthumbs%2Fmini_935318IMG0190Custom.png&hash=63d22085ad4990c09434768e17020d646da75773) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=935318IMG0190Custom.png)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg11.hostingpics.net%2Fthumbs%2Fmini_487608IMG0193Custom.png&hash=8db6f5b670793682fedfecb92ff19d7c0b79b458) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=487608IMG0193Custom.png) (https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg11.hostingpics.net%2Fthumbs%2Fmini_165229IMG0194Custom.png&hash=d2bc165e71aaa9497b4ee313fcfc5e3cfb7ef660) (http://www.hostingpics.net/viewer.php?id=165229IMG0194Custom.png)


Color is glossy dark gray, and dark black on the dome (so dark that the contrast between the two colors is indistinct and it appears basically black).
Unfortunately, the inner jaw has not been sculpted, but the glossy paint creates some reflects inside so we can guess it's here.
Stands approx 2" inches long, and 1"1/2 in width.

It's made of soft material, so the hands / arms / legs can be bended.
Hands can grip on any cable to a diameter up to 3mm, that's the purpose of the Scalers (you can attach them to your MP3 / phone or computer cables), but due to the soft arms / legs, it will still hold on bigger diameters.
For instance, I put mine on my desk lamp.


(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/t1/1901131_10153868287800251_987562594_n.jpg)

It's a neat little figure overall, real cute and well crafted, and the concept you can carry it around is a nice idea, but it's not a must have I think. I don't know how much it's gonna cost for you guys in the US, but for 18€ (25$) with free shipping from HonKong, I find a figure of this size truly overpriced compared to the 7" inches figures NECA sells which are as cool as this one, if not better.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: the reverend on Mar 17, 2014, 07:45:25 PM
WIP
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi439.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fqq116%2Fpiggb0y%2FDIORAMAS%2FDSC_1785_zps35f25a00.jpg&hash=4e04c413f6cd4d1aba18af5dbc8cd095d2bea331)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi439.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fqq116%2Fpiggb0y%2FDIORAMAS%2FDSC_1797_zpsd345731a.jpg&hash=6b8832f4fd48d8a382f6bf4678f4f97c728a9400)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Resident Alien on Mar 17, 2014, 08:04:31 PM
Heres part of my collection. Cant wait for more marines to be released!

I really love your diorama by the way. Coming along nicely!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Mar 17, 2014, 08:46:44 PM
If you like them Marines, you can also post in the related USCM thread (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=42121.0) :)

For the next releases, unfortunately, the 2014 NYTF brought an information : "Colonial Marines fans, you've had a great run with recent releases but don't expect to see any more until at least next year."
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Moody on Mar 18, 2014, 06:09:03 PM
I got mine today, really nice figure! I got him instead of the city hunter, better to have the classics first ;)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi62.tinypic.com%2F28by82s.jpg&hash=8588dcdeffa87c256c394847101b7d55311af96d)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Mar 18, 2014, 06:41:46 PM
That's really cool.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Moody on Mar 18, 2014, 06:59:12 PM
Quote from: Erik Lehnsherr on Mar 18, 2014, 06:41:46 PM
That's really cool.

Thanks man! :)  I'm gonna do a Jungle Hunter VS. Big Chap 'fotoshoot' next soon. Just a quick preview now..

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi61.tinypic.com%2F207vo8n.jpg&hash=d99615f7680a07c76a9815d9996b8b24fc407949)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Mar 19, 2014, 01:05:26 PM
Quote from: Moody on Mar 18, 2014, 06:09:03 PM
I got mine today, really nice figure! I got him instead of the city hunter, better to have the classics first ;)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi62.tinypic.com%2F28by82s.jpg&hash=8588dcdeffa87c256c394847101b7d55311af96d)

Wow..what a great photo!

It's a great figure....so glad that I managed to get one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Mar 19, 2014, 03:45:15 PM
Quote from: Resident Alien on Mar 17, 2014, 08:04:31 PM
Heres part of my collection. Cant wait for more marines to be released!

I really love your diorama by the way. Coming along nicely!

Damn, looks like you got a bug infestation, there friend? Do you need a nuke strike?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Mar 21, 2014, 11:02:00 PM
Since NECA is doing EU stuff with their Predator line, and has done the Genocide red xenos, I wonder if we'll, at some point in the future, get adult Deacons from the upcoming Prometheus comics.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on Mar 21, 2014, 11:30:15 PM
Quote from: Ultramorph on Mar 21, 2014, 11:02:00 PM
Since NECA is doing EU stuff with their Predator line, and has done the Genocide red xenos, I wonder if we'll, at some point in the future, get adult Deacons from the upcoming Prometheus comics.

Hell yes, hopefully since they've made the Power-loader and Predator vehicle they'll even make a Jockey-chair.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: the reverend on Mar 31, 2014, 12:12:38 PM
the commission display is finished... had  blast with this one.... might do one for myself too.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi439.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fqq116%2Fpiggb0y%2FDIORAMAS%2FDSC_1834_zps202e2a93.jpg&hash=136e921342d5d5ad6b1eec845c9e22df0f646ca2)
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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Apr 03, 2014, 03:29:46 PM
Great work man! Love the ducting.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Apr 03, 2014, 09:52:52 PM
Well, I guess that's that. Time for me to sign off on this hobby.

It's one broken figure too many. One of my new big chaps just snapped at the elbow. Actually.... got weak and came off, is more like it.

I cannot handle Neca's product anymore.

Right upon the figure breaking, I knew what it meant. I packed my entire collection away immediately. I'll probably sell what I can one day. No more Alien figures for me. It just isn't worth it. I might end up getting somewhat over this one day and displaying a few figures again... but I will never display a huge collection again and I won't be buying anymore.

It isn't worth it. I will no longer endorse or support Neca. So many comments right on here expose how weak their product is. It's disgusting.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Apr 04, 2014, 07:41:33 AM
I guess I've been lucky, I've only had two faulty NECA xenos
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Apr 04, 2014, 10:51:35 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Apr 04, 2014, 07:41:33 AM
I guess I've been lucky, I've only had two faulty NECA xenos
Looking forward to the Queen when it finally arrives?Lots of delicate pieces there to break,all yours for some exorbitant fee. ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Apr 09, 2014, 08:16:15 AM
Just an update:

I just ordered the Revoltech Big Chap. I am thinking of restarting my collection/hive with only Revoltech aliens. I would have one Queen, and a small number of Big Chaps and a bigger number of Warriors.

The Xenomorph is just far too cool not to be displayed and owned a replica of by me, but I'm in complete Neca-boycott mode now. Only way I might give them another chance is if they make the entire Nostromo crew, that is, unless the company doing the classic 70's figures doesn't beat them to it first! Also, McFarlanes aliens were trash. They got better with the Runner, Resurrection, and AVP aliens, but I don't care about those as much.

Any way, wake me up when Neca's figures become durable. But I still say this Alien line will fail and be cancelled at some point, probably partly due to the plastic being used is utter trash.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Apr 11, 2014, 04:22:24 PM
Personally, I blame the sticky joints, which seems fused when its fresh out of box, and requires some TLC in hot water to get them to move. Also, they use too many double ball joints, which increases the chances of over stressing one joint over another, until it becomes loose. I start by rotating them around the pegs, then moving the pegs along the joint pivots, to ensure I get the full range of movement unsticked. Once you figure out where the pivot points are, don't try to rotate them perpendicular to the joints, and it shouldn't break.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Apr 11, 2014, 05:35:20 PM
NECA's  alien line isn't going anywhere.  They just completed the impossible by getting sigourney on board and making Ripley figures in her likeness. 

The line will be very healthy and amazing to most. 

Also, sux to hear a fellow toy fan get such bad luck.  To collect these collectibles/toys it seems you have to have a little bit of knowledge of how they're made and work to get around the joints clogged w/ the shiny clear coat they give the aliens to make them look wet.  The knowledge and methods used is something you have to pursue and seek out like the hot water trick although it seems like you should just be able to buy your collectible/toy and hit the ground running without having to inspect it and check the joints.  But, once you have it down, you can appreciate the quality of the sculpt, the accurate palette of colors used, and the AWESOME price point.   Also, I always have to mention how kool it is that you can communicate with them via twitter and ask questions, get answers, behind the scenes pics, ect...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 15, 2014, 09:51:57 AM
My NECA 'Aliens' Blue Warrior took a tumble off the shelf in the middle of the night and the head snapped clean off. Like the joint is destroyed, the only way to fix it is to permanently glue the head on or something. Goddamnit.

I guess I'll poke around my two local TRUs and see if they have a replacement. I'd exploit Amazon's generous return policy, but it looks like the only ones on the site are being sold by third-party sellers, even if they're "fulfilled by Amazon" (whatever that means).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 17, 2014, 10:50:39 PM
I think that it only covers purchases and not returns :(

Sorry about that man. My Revoltech clear Big Chap tumbled the other night too. He's ok but he took the facehugger egg combo piece with him. That snapped and needs to be glued :(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Apr 18, 2014, 12:29:33 PM
Why do these things need to be so damned fragile Anyways!? I mean they break so Damned easy! why not make the dammed things more durable, Dammit! and Costs is not an excuse. even Hasbro makes more durable figures! I bend a arm on an alien figure and the damn thing snaps off. I bend an arm on any other figure and it does as it's meant to, bend at the joint.

I'd expect better from NECA. for instance the Brown Warrior and Giger alien got the better end of the stick, but when I bought a blue Aliens warrior the leg snapped right out of the package, AND the head was assembled Crookedly!

Their Predator line seems to be given better QC, as I just bought a Predator figure and it's great, no broken joints or factory f**k ups.

I'm not saying NECA is a bad company, as I have said before I love their work. they can put such sharp details in these figures, and that's where the crime of Low Quality control lies. all these details and character they put into these figures are always overlooked because of weak materials, factory f**k ups, and overall bad Quality Control. it's such a horrible shame too that such work is being ruined.

I'm giving the Predator line a shot for a while. I hope the queen won't be hit by the Factory f**k Up Syndrome like the recent line has.

-PS: I'm making Factory f**k Up a thing. use it!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on May 19, 2014, 06:21:10 PM
So what is the future of the NECA Alien line? You guys say we're getting a queen? Fill me in hombres!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 20, 2014, 07:21:16 AM
Isn't the Dallas/Runner wave supposed to be out soon?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on May 20, 2014, 07:26:38 AM
That's both good and bad for me; I only need to spend money on one figure as I don't collect humans.

......Unless it was a Ripley figure, I'd make an exception.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on May 21, 2014, 06:56:22 PM
Dallas / Runner / Bishop are due July if I remember.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on May 22, 2014, 06:27:34 AM
i thought it was cane/dog alien/bishop
dallas later?

did that change?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on May 22, 2014, 10:00:43 PM
Nope, you're right, I screwed up, apologizes ^^
It's Kane on July along with Bishop and the Runner, Dallas is due end of 2014.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on May 23, 2014, 01:05:55 AM
I have to wait till the end of the year until I get a new xenomorph figure... And even that I'm only getting one?

Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn :(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on May 23, 2014, 03:30:31 AM
July is not the end of the year.  Randy tweeted today that they changed factories for the Alien figures resulting in a "TBD" date of release on series 3.  Sux to wait, but should be better quality control if they changed factories!

Source: NECA's twitter account w/ responses from Randy Falk:

Chris.C ‏@C_VLAGAS_C  May 21
@NECA_TOYS Are we still getting Aliens series 3 in June? hopefully you can share some new details/ images soon.
Expand     Reply  Retweet  Favorite   More
NECA ‏@NECA_TOYS  May 21
@C_VLAGAS_C no, schedule is TBD as we changed factories for Alien
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on May 23, 2014, 02:51:27 PM
If a delay means a quality improvement then it´s fine. Fortunately I didn´t have any issue with the series 1 and 2 but I read a lot of people had it, so let´s hope NECA will pick a decent Chinese factory.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on May 23, 2014, 05:16:16 PM
Let's hope this factory change means better quality control, yep. I didn't encounter quality issues so far with my NECA figures either, but the many bad feedbacks I read were concerning. Perhaps they heard them.

Moreover, they can't mess with the coming Ripley figures and the Queen, Sigourney Weaver's likeness was tough to get and there are many long awaited figures in the next series, so they can hardly afford to disappoint their customers with the next figures. I guess this is the reason why.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on May 23, 2014, 05:24:17 PM
Quote from: Vark_ on May 23, 2014, 05:16:16 PM
Let's hope this factory change means better quality control, yep. I didn't encounter quality issues so far with my NECA figures either, but the many bad feedbacks I read were concerning. Perhaps they heard them.

Moreover, they can't mess with the coming Ripley figures and the Queen, Sigourney Weaver's likeness was tough to get and there are many long awaited figures in the next series, so they can hardly afford to disappoint their customers with the next figures. I guess this is the reason why.

Has the ETA been announced for the Queen figure? I heard that it was supposed to be unveiled at some convention.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on May 23, 2014, 05:38:48 PM
Quote from: Zenstoren on May 23, 2014, 05:24:17 PM
Quote from: Vark_ on May 23, 2014, 05:16:16 PM
Let's hope this factory change means better quality control, yep. I didn't encounter quality issues so far with my NECA figures either, but the many bad feedbacks I read were concerning. Perhaps they heard them.

Moreover, they can't mess with the coming Ripley figures and the Queen, Sigourney Weaver's likeness was tough to get and there are many long awaited figures in the next series, so they can hardly afford to disappoint their customers with the next figures. I guess this is the reason why.

Has the ETA been announced for the Queen figure? I heard that it was supposed to be unveiled at some convention.

NECA would shown the prototype of the Queen and Ripley for this coming SDCC and yes, I think the reason of the delay is they´re looking a better factory due the qualitiy complains, moreover the Alien Queen and Ripley would are the spotlights of the Alien line up of this year.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on May 23, 2014, 06:14:53 PM
Quote from: Zenstoren on May 23, 2014, 05:38:48 PM

Has the ETA been announced for the Queen figure? I heard that it was supposed to be unveiled at some convention.

15 minutes.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on May 23, 2014, 06:24:01 PM
Interesting stuff. I wonder which Queen it will be based off? I personally hope it looks similar to the Aliens queen rather than AVP/A:R
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The1PerfectOrganism on May 23, 2014, 06:28:11 PM
Quote from: Zenstoren on May 23, 2014, 06:24:01 PM
Interesting stuff. I wonder which Queen it will be based off? I personally hope it looks similar to the Aliens queen rather than AVP/A:R

It is the Aliens Queen, purebred because that's the only one we've ever seen on the big screen.

Got it?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on May 23, 2014, 08:59:01 PM
No need to be sarcastic  ;D.

Anyway I agree, must be the Alien Queen from Cameron's movie, like Randy said NECA Alien series are to cover the quadrilogy (best fits with the coming Ripley / power loader figure), so no AvP here.
Hopefully  ;D.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on May 23, 2014, 11:30:29 PM
Does anyone know why the factories keep making shit quality aliens while alot of NECA's other figures doesn't suffer it as much? it just seems so.... biased. it feels like a conspiracy. although I know there are other figure lines with similar issues, but not as to the degree with the NECA aliens.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on May 24, 2014, 01:11:51 AM

Quote from: Vark_ on May 23, 2014, 08:59:01 PM
No need to be sarcastic  ;D.

Anyway I agree, must be the Alien Queen from Cameron's movie, like Randy said NECA Alien series are to cover the quadrilogy (best fits with the coming Ripley / power loader figure), so no AvP here.
Hopefully  ;D.

I'm sure Randy would be inclined to agree. Not many like A:R's queen, and we all know about Randy's opinion on the AVP franchise.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 28, 2014, 03:36:32 PM
To be fair, the A:R queen is literally identical to the Aliens one. No really, it's straight-up the same exact puppet from 1986, repainted in brown.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on May 28, 2014, 04:34:41 PM
But it`s so convinient to bitch no matter what :D AvP Queen is also very decent and one of undisputable highlights of first film. I`m willing to spent my money on another Queen, larger, modified to look like AvP one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on May 28, 2014, 07:26:26 PM
I want an update from NECA about the queen so bad...


Will we ever get 8'' scale chesterbursters & facehuggers?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Wolf91 on May 31, 2014, 12:25:21 PM
Folks, you heard it from me first !

@NECA_TOYS is that a promise? :) Hmmm more Q scale, what about her highness ? her royal subjects are waiting for her arrival ~

NECA ‏@NECA_TOYS  13s
@YYtellmewhyy she's coming to SDCC & she's a beauty
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on May 31, 2014, 03:09:49 PM
Sorry I don't understand, can you explain?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Wolf91 on May 31, 2014, 03:26:04 PM
Queen alien will be revealed at SDCC...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on Jun 01, 2014, 11:08:07 AM
Quote from: Wolf91 on May 31, 2014, 03:26:04 PM
Queen alien will be revealed at SDCC...

Sorry, I'm an idiot, THAT IS AWESOME THOUGH!!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Jun 01, 2014, 08:05:32 PM
Quote from: Wolf91 on May 31, 2014, 12:25:21 PM
Folks, you heard it from me first !

@NECA_TOYS is that a promise? :) Hmmm more Q scale, what about her highness ? her royal subjects are waiting for her arrival ~

NECA ‏@NECA_TOYS  13s
@YYtellmewhyy she's coming to SDCC & she's a beauty

I think this clip expresses my feelings the best!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irtsm7mLG5k (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irtsm7mLG5k)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Warrior Xenomorph on Jun 28, 2014, 05:40:10 AM
Quote from: Erik Lehnsherr on Feb 18, 2014, 07:15:52 AM
Quote from: SM on Feb 18, 2014, 06:12:25 AM
QuoteThe animal instinct would reason as to why the Runner is so violent, to the point of outright murder where-as the other aliens were very apt about keeping their victims alive for incubation.

Kane's Son killed three out of four victims outright.  Was Kane's intelligence similar to that of a dog?


Ummm.. No, we never see this.
We see them being violently injured yes but it's never made a fact of that anyone was killed other than Kane himself.
You can certainly interpret them as being dead, but it's never made a fact of.
In the movie, Kane's son did kill all of the Nostromo. This is not because he was an idiot, but because there was no Queen present to breed more aliens, thus no need for any alive. All of the Nostromo, excluding Ripley, were clearly dead.


for those who still worry about the needed articulation on the dog alien, he will feature if not more than the usual alien mouth articulation, unlike the McFarlane version. :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Jun 29, 2014, 02:06:23 AM
Quote from: Warrior Xenomorph on Jun 28, 2014, 05:40:10 AM
Quote from: Erik Lehnsherr on Feb 18, 2014, 07:15:52 AM
Quote from: SM on Feb 18, 2014, 06:12:25 AM
QuoteThe animal instinct would reason as to why the Runner is so violent, to the point of outright murder where-as the other aliens were very apt about keeping their victims alive for incubation.

Kane's Son killed three out of four victims outright.  Was Kane's intelligence similar to that of a dog?


Ummm.. No, we never see this.
We see them being violently injured yes but it's never made a fact of that anyone was killed other than Kane himself.
You can certainly interpret them as being dead, but it's never made a fact of.
In the movie, Kane's son did kill all of the Nostromo. This is not because he was an idiot, but because there was no Queen present to breed more aliens, thus no need for any alive. All of the Nostromo, excluding Ripley, were clearly dead.


for those who still worry about the needed articulation on the dog alien, he will feature if not more than the usual alien mouth articulation, unlike the McFarlane version. :laugh:
Well depending on which version you watch the Alien does cocoon three victims or so. So it shows Kanes son did have the natural ability to cocoon victims. But again its only the directors cut. But back on topic has NECA announced when series 3 are supposed to hit shelves?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Warrior Xenomorph on Jun 29, 2014, 05:59:13 AM
It is scheduled to be released somewhere in July 2014, probably by the end of the month. I am so greeting dog alien btw!! ;D I hope they improved those damned flimsy joints like last time. From the stuff I heard in this thread.... I'm still afraid to even look at my alien warrior...


But, I might drift to Hiya Toys new Colonial Marines figures coming out soon, if the new ones from Neca ARE flimsy
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jun 30, 2014, 07:23:15 PM
Mmmmh, not sure about July.
Randy tweeted some time ago about moving the Alien figures production line to another factory, and mentionned delays.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sadogoat on Jun 30, 2014, 09:33:40 PM
The new NECA Alien Queen figure is expected to be announced in the next 12 hours with a full gallery of pics. They've posted this preview today on their official Twitter account:

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BraEy43CUAAII5y.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 9th_Stew on Jun 30, 2014, 10:09:05 PM
better pic of her than the one on facebook :)  but with the queen being showcased will that mean we will see the Ripley sculpt along with it?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sadogoat on Jun 30, 2014, 10:42:01 PM
The official reveal is now on the NECA website. She's expected for release this October, is 15" tall and 30" long with 30 points of articulation. Looks like a beauty but will probably also be expensive.

http://necaonline.com/48662/products/toys/action-figures/aliens-xenomorph-queen-ultra-deluxe-boxed-action-figure/ (http://necaonline.com/48662/products/toys/action-figures/aliens-xenomorph-queen-ultra-deluxe-boxed-action-figure/)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Jun 30, 2014, 11:09:40 PM
Yeeeeeeeeha!

Yeah!

Yeah!

Yeah!

Take it:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.4plebs.org%2Fboards%2Ftg%2Fimage%2F1375%2F01%2F1375010125821.jpg&hash=e237364ad18753eb776135f79f77e1f0047518c9)

Take those too!

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.4plebs.org%2Fboards%2Ftg%2Fimage%2F1399%2F78%2F1399786386987.png&hash=b44999f7f617c2ef489386fd4d137a57b205d25c)

Y-E-A-H!!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomorphine on Jun 30, 2014, 11:16:59 PM
Those facial expressions of Hicks and Hudson... LOL.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Jun 30, 2014, 11:22:10 PM
My body is ready for this. I can't say the same for my wallet though. Will there be/does anyone else make eggs to scale?


Also, wow, Sadogoat. Now there's an old (half-eaten) face.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Jul 01, 2014, 12:16:54 AM
I wish they would announce the price i cant afford..
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Warrior Xenomorph on Jul 01, 2014, 01:23:25 AM
I just saw the Queen for the first time, and I am disappointed with the paint job. It looks like that bad revoltech queen, but, my wallet is ready, I am ready, i know there was a reason for me collecting bottle caps, and now I found out why
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Origin on Jul 01, 2014, 02:54:29 AM
I think this would be more accurate as the "reveal of the alien queen" since Randy fields questions/updates about the damn thing constantly on NECA's twitter feed.

Just the same...if it's priced like the Spider-Gremlin I will totally be preordering this bad-girl at my LCS.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Cvalda on Jul 01, 2014, 03:39:54 AM
Neat. Very...blue. But neat.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bebs on Jul 01, 2014, 04:00:06 AM
@Nazrel It's 89.99 at ToyWiz!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DwayneHicks on Jul 01, 2014, 07:09:54 AM
Awesome looking figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: NickstensYT on Jul 01, 2014, 01:35:47 PM
Huge fan of Neca. I can't wait for this.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: judge death on Jul 01, 2014, 03:08:12 PM
Cant wait to get the queen :D

Hmmm cant find any info about this but: The alien 3 runner alien, when is it going to be released in July?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: King Xeno on Jul 01, 2014, 03:23:49 PM
Awesome!! Now all we need is a power loader. :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: jack.kalla.90 on Jul 01, 2014, 06:22:19 PM
Hello people  :)

Today i got a Alien figure from NECA (Series 2 Xenomorph) and i do like, besides some little issues....however there's one big problem i have and that is the dome, i fits on one side however on the other side its way off, and that makes it look pretty odd

Anyone had the same issue or knows how to fix it? Of course im scared and i dont want to break anything lol

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi62.tinypic.com%2Ffcoex3.jpg&hash=534c41e8f2defe49416ec8c973f71c6e79e9a059)

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jul 01, 2014, 07:02:43 PM
That's a huge badass lady, sculpt looks absolutely awesome and the joints seem to make it very posable, but unfortunately I'm not convinced by the paintjob ant it ruins my opinion on this figure... the overall color, and teeth especially.
About the price, NECA's policy isn't into expensive figures, I don't think it will exceed 100$.

Maybe I will reconsider this in second thoughts, but I'm not hrilled by this figure at the moment... I don't think I'm gonna grab this one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Warrior Xenomorph on Jul 01, 2014, 09:36:13 PM
Quote from: jack.kalla.90 on Jul 01, 2014, 06:22:19 PM
Hello people  :)

Today i got a Alien figure from NECA (Series 2 Xenomorph) and i do like, besides some little issues....however there's one big problem i have and that is the dome, i fits on one side however on the other side its way off, and that makes it look pretty odd

Anyone had the same issue or knows how to fix it? Of course im scared and i dont want to break anything lol

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi62.tinypic.com%2Ffcoex3.jpg&hash=534c41e8f2defe49416ec8c973f71c6e79e9a059)
I don have anything to fix your issue, but what you can try to do is heat up the joints with hot water or a blow dryer so you can move them, and later to prevent stiffness apply a small amount of petroleum jelly or any lubricant to the joint, specifically around the hinge. Work slowly. I tryed this with my series 2 blue warrior and now I have no worries


Quote from: Vark_ on Jul 01, 2014, 07:02:43 PM
That's a huge badass lady, sculpt looks absolutely awesome and the joints seem to make it very posable, but unfortunately I'm not convinced by the paintjob ant it ruins my opinion on this figure... the overall color, and teeth especially.
About the price, NECA's policy isn't into expensive figures, I don't think it will exceed 100$.

Maybe I will reconsider this in second thoughts, but I'm not hrilled by this figure at the moment... I don't think I'm gonna grab this one.
I agree it looks like that bad revoltech Queen with yellow highlights, oh and it is $90 on Toywiz.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mr. Sin on Jul 01, 2014, 09:53:20 PM
It certainly is a lovely figure, its a shame my son is only 4 or I'd buy it for him.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blerbins on Jul 02, 2014, 01:15:25 AM
Quote from: jack.kalla.90 on Jul 01, 2014, 06:22:19 PM
Hello people  :)

Today i got a Alien figure from NECA (Series 2 Xenomorph) and i do like, besides some little issues....however there's one big problem i have and that is the dome, i fits on one side however on the other side its way off, and that makes it look pretty odd

Anyone had the same issue or knows how to fix it? Of course im scared and i dont want to break anything lol

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi62.tinypic.com%2Ffcoex3.jpg&hash=534c41e8f2defe49416ec8c973f71c6e79e9a059)

Check the side that is off and look for a small flat peg coming from inside the dome (should be near the flap with black painted on). I have one that has a similar problem and I noticed it was because the dome peg wasn't fit into the slot on the side of its head, which causes the dome to push outward. I would image that if you could find a way to dunk the head in hot water and guide it in it would stay in but its possible that the plastic wasn't long enough too. Just try the old dunk method but be gentle. Quality control really slipped on some of these.

As for the Queen, I too am a little put off by the paint job but I'm going to wait to see how she looks at sdcc. Hopefully they will show us a factory sample that isn't too far from what we will get. I'm not sure about the comparison to the Revoltech queen though because the plastic doesn't appear to be translucent and the sculpt looks a little better to me. I find it hard to judge both of their paint apps because it was never totally visible in the movie and lots of props/models were used which may have had variations in color etc... Lighting does wonders too.

Queen movie prop photos:

http://threewanderingmen.tumblr.com/post/27093850710/original-1986-aliens-xenomorph-queen-movie-prop-at (http://threewanderingmen.tumblr.com/post/27093850710/original-1986-aliens-xenomorph-queen-movie-prop-at)

http://www.therpf.com/f9/alien-queen-life-size-figure-work-progress-151504/index2.html (http://www.therpf.com/f9/alien-queen-life-size-figure-work-progress-151504/index2.html)

(Scroll down a bit on the last link.)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Warrior Xenomorph on Jul 02, 2014, 01:33:27 AM
Quote from: koolaidyeti on Jul 02, 2014, 01:15:25 AM
Quote from: jack.kalla.90 on Jul 01, 2014, 06:22:19 PM
Hello people  :)

Today i got a Alien figure from NECA (Series 2 Xenomorph) and i do like, besides some little issues....however there's one big problem i have and that is the dome, i fits on one side however on the other side its way off, and that makes it look pretty odd

Anyone had the same issue or knows how to fix it? Of course im scared and i dont want to break anything lol

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi62.tinypic.com%2Ffcoex3.jpg&hash=534c41e8f2defe49416ec8c973f71c6e79e9a059)

Check the side that is off and look for a small flat peg coming from inside the dome (should be near the flap with black painted on). I have one that has a similar problem and I noticed it was because the dome peg wasn't fit into the slot on the side of its head, which causes the dome to push outward. I would image that if you could find a way to dunk the head in hot water and guide it in it would stay in but its possible that the plastic wasn't long enough too. Just try the old dunk method but be gentle. Quality control really slipped on some of these.

As for the Queen, I too am a little put off by the paint job but I'm going to wait to see how she looks at sdcc. Hopefully they will show us a factory sample that isn't too far from what we will get. I'm not sure about the comparison to the Revoltech queen though because the plastic doesn't appear to be translucent and the sculpt looks a little better to me. I find it hard to judge both of their paint apps because it was never totally visible in the movie and lots of props/models were used which may have had variations in color etc... Lighting does wonders too.

Queen movie prop photos:

http://threewanderingmen.tumblr.com/post/27093850710/original-1986-aliens-xenomorph-queen-movie-prop-at (http://threewanderingmen.tumblr.com/post/27093850710/original-1986-aliens-xenomorph-queen-movie-prop-at)

http://www.therpf.com/f9/alien-queen-life-size-figure-work-progress-151504/index2.html (http://www.therpf.com/f9/alien-queen-life-size-figure-work-progress-151504/index2.html)

(Scroll down a bit on the last link.)
What the relation is to them is that they are both too blue and have yellow highlights in some spaces that weren't predominate in the movie. I have rewatched 3 times, and paused at some scenes, and the color scheme doesn't match their figure. I'm not a fan of this.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: daniel.york.9 on Jul 02, 2014, 06:38:37 PM
I dont understand why some complain about something like a paint job.If the qc is good I am happy.Aliens fans are lucky to get new figures like the Queen.Just be happy we get something like this.I am a huge fan of Aliens. so any thing Aliens is cool for me
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Aliens 666 on Jul 02, 2014, 07:12:55 PM
AWESOME!!!! most definately gonna be getting that queen alien looks way better than mcfarlene's toys version of the queen alien which I have in my Aliens/Predator collection!! : ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blerbins on Jul 02, 2014, 09:06:18 PM
Quote from: daniel.york.9 on Jul 02, 2014, 06:38:37 PM
I dont understand why some complain about something like a paint job.If the qc is good I am happy.Aliens fans are lucky to get new figures like the Queen.Just be happy we get something like this.I am a huge fan of Aliens. so any thing Aliens is cool for me

Yeah, so true. I'll be picking her up regardless of the paint really. I just hope they up the QC for her :) I think once we see pics of her in sdcc she will look better because the lighting wont be quite as intense as these NECA photos are.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Warrior Xenomorph on Jul 02, 2014, 10:40:59 PM
Quote from: koolaidyeti link=
topic=48664.msg1949787#msg1949787 date=1404335178

Quote from: daniel.york.9 on Jul 02, 2014, 06:38:37 PM
I dont understand why some complain about something like a paint job.If the qc is good I am happy.Aliens fans are lucky to get new figures like the Queen.Just be happy we get something like this.I am a huge fan of Aliens. so any thing Aliens is cool for me

Yeah, so true. I'll be picking her up regardless of the paint really. I just hope they up the QC for her :) I think once we see pics of her in sdcc she will look better because the lighting wont be quite as intense as these NECA photos are.
The reason is that we gave them a lifetime, and their painters are better than this, and I have no idea why they chose this specific paint job, because she never apears this way before. Many companies are guilty for this, except for McFarlane.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jul 02, 2014, 11:58:37 PM
Quote from: daniel.york.9 on Jul 02, 2014, 06:38:37 PM
I dont understand why some complain about something like a paint job.If the qc is good I am happy.Aliens fans are lucky to get new figures like the Queen.Just be happy we get something like this.I am a huge fan of Aliens. so any thing Aliens is cool for me
I'm not saying that people shoud not buy this figure, nor that the paintjob is awful. Like I said, sculpt is awesome, this is a badass figure, BUT something still bothers me in the paintjob, so I don't have a crush for it. I can't help it :).

The most notable example is the queen's teeth : if you remember the movie they have to be transluscent, or at least glossy / silver painted like almost every Alien figure / statue, anything that shines, but not this flat beige...
I showed the pictures to a friend of mine which isn't an Alien fan, he told me "uh, aren't the teeth supposed to be transparent ?".
This is one of the most iconic Queen's features, and I'm focused on it.


"Anything Alien" is cool, yes, I don't deny it, but anything Alien isn't worth buying for everyone (like me), although I'm feeling glad for everyone pleased with these pictures ;). I've got plenty of Alien figures at home and little room, so if something bothers me when I look at this huge queen, I'm gonna save room / money for other ones. There's no big deal saying so, man !


EDIT : talking about the price, retrailers in Europe already sell it on preorder for 130€, approx 150$.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on Jul 03, 2014, 12:25:16 AM
Aww, it's a shame that the Queen doesn't interest you Vark =/ However, you do seem like the sort of guy who would possess the skills required to repaint the figure?

Personally I love it. Sure the absence of the iconic translucent teeth is a bit disappointing, but I'll still be picking this figure up if I have the funds.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blerbins on Jul 03, 2014, 01:03:51 AM
Quote from: Vark_ on Jul 02, 2014, 11:58:37 PM
Quote from: daniel.york.9 on Jul 02, 2014, 06:38:37 PM
I dont understand why some complain about something like a paint job.If the qc is good I am happy.Aliens fans are lucky to get new figures like the Queen.Just be happy we get something like this.I am a huge fan of Aliens. so any thing Aliens is cool for me
I'm not saying that people shoud not buy this figure, nor that the paintjob is awful. Like I said, sculpt is awesome, this is a badass figure, BUT something still bothers me in the paintjob, so I don't have a crush for it. I can't help it :).

The most notable example is the queen's teeth : if you remember the movie they have to be transluscent, or at least glossy / silver painted like almost every Alien figure / statue, anything that shines, but not this flat beige...
I showed the pictures to a friend of mine which isn't an Alien fan, he told me "uh, aren't the teeth supposed to be transparent ?".
This is one of the most iconic Queen's features, and I'm focused on it.


"Anything Alien" is cool, yes, I don't deny it, but anything Alien isn't worth buying for everyone (like me), although I'm feeling glad for everyone pleased with these pictures ;). I've got plenty of Alien figures at home and little room, so if something bothers me when I look at this huge queen, I'm gonna save room / money for other ones. There's no big deal saying so, man !


EDIT : talking about the price, retrailers in Europe already sell it on preorder for 130€, approx 150$.

That was the first thing I noticed too. I'm still keeping positive about the paint job though because I remember the pictures of the blue and brown xenos that they used for display as having a lot more color on them than what I actually ended up getting. It was like they toned down the amount of brown or blue dry brush(whatever they do at the factories). I definitely agree with you though that her teeth are one of her most memorable attributes and it sucks if they aren't translucent at all.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Jul 03, 2014, 05:04:10 AM
How do we know the teeth aren't translucent?

All the images I have seen, I figured they were.  Could it be the lighting that makes the teeth look otherwise?  Have we had any kind of confirmation either way?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: daniel.york.9 on Jul 03, 2014, 06:49:29 AM
I agree about the teeth.but I must have this figure.I guess I am easy .I like any thing with the aliens .
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Jul 03, 2014, 11:03:38 AM
Okay, so I went back and had a look at the pictures again after enlarging them.  It does appear that they are painted, but for painted teeth they look awesome.  Will be keen to see what she comes out of the factory looking like.

But I will be getting her based on the scale and sculpt alone, regardless.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: jack.kalla.90 on Jul 03, 2014, 01:10:22 PM
Hey guys, thought i give a little update :P

Alien Surgery was successful, it's not that bad anymore :)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi58.tinypic.com%2Fmn1gmp.jpg&hash=f38d6b47566ef7fd705a6bbeaa709ff01371f32f)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on Jul 03, 2014, 01:50:39 PM
Genius.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Warrior Xenomorph on Jul 03, 2014, 10:19:00 PM
Quote from: jack.kalla.90 on Jul 03, 2014, 01:10:22 PM
Hey guys, thought i give a little update :P

Alien Surgery was successful, it's not that bad anymore :)

http://i58.tinypic.com/mn1gmp.jpg
Awesome fix, are the joints still stiff on your figure?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: jack.kalla.90 on Jul 04, 2014, 10:32:51 AM
Quote from: Warrior Xenomorph on Jul 03, 2014, 10:19:00 PM
Quote from: jack.kalla.90 on Jul 03, 2014, 01:10:22 PM
Hey guys, thought i give a little update :P

Alien Surgery was successful, it's not that bad anymore :)

http://i58.tinypic.com/mn1gmp.jpg
Awesome fix, are the joints still stiff on your figure?

Nope, the joints were't much of an issue :)

However the removable part on the back is pretty loose and the inner mouth i couldnt get out at first so i had to use a knife to get it out and now it works (also pretty loose lol)

All that didn't really bother me but that the dome was way off was a big bummer  :(
The back part of the dome is still off, i could try to fix that as well i guess but i think i leave it for now, im glad i was able to fix it!
Some hot water first and then...see the picture  :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Warrior Xenomorph on Jul 06, 2014, 05:01:48 AM
So? What do you guys think the odds of a Kenner Line for aliens coming out? I would love to see a Gorilla Alien!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Skulexander on Jul 06, 2014, 09:38:03 AM
I believe they already stated that they're planning on doing Kenner-inspired figures.

EDIT: Also, guys. This probably isn't the final product. Not to mention these photos probably don't do the figure justice.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: jack.kalla.90 on Jul 06, 2014, 03:07:43 PM
Quote from: Warrior Xenomorph on Jul 06, 2014, 05:01:48 AM
So? What do you guys think the odds of a Kenner Line for aliens coming out? I would love to see a Gorilla Alien!

I wouldn't be surprised if they did that, would bring some nice variety

This would be my favorite (Mantis-Alien)...If they also use some sort of translucent plastic

http://www.16bit.com/fotd/fotd-pics/0397-aliens-Mantis.jpg (http://www.16bit.com/fotd/fotd-pics/0397-aliens-Mantis.jpg)

Also Flying Alien Queen, Panther Alien and the almighty Killer Crab Alien!!!  ;D would be nice, in fact all of them would be nice!  :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Warrior Xenomorph on Jul 06, 2014, 05:35:30 PM
Quote from: jack.kalla.90 on Jul 06, 2014, 03:07:43 PM
Quote from: Warrior Xenomorph on Jul 06, 2014, 05:01:48 AM
So? What do you guys think the odds of a Kenner Line for aliens coming out? I would love to see a Gorilla Alien!

I wouldn't be surprised if they did that, would bring some nice variety

This would be my favorite (Mantis-Alien)...If they also use some sort of translucent plastic

http://www.16bit.com/fotd/fotd-pics/0397-aliens-Mantis.jpg (http://www.16bit.com/fotd/fotd-pics/0397-aliens-Mantis.jpg)

Also Flying Alien Queen, Panther Alien and the almighty Killer Crab Alien!!!  ;D would be nice, in fact all of them would be nice!  :)
Funny, i have all of those in their original form
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jul 06, 2014, 08:27:04 PM
Some new pics I found (on Ebay), don't recall if they've been already posted or if they are official pics, but this is on pre-order saying "NECA Deluxe queen". So... :)

Yet teeth look far better on these ones and show some kind of transparency, maybe the background / light was responsible for the bad look on the diorama ones ?
Still I'm not keen on the global paintjob, with all this brown.

Judge by yourselves fellas ;).

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi998.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Faf105%2Fmyth_cloth78%2FMM%2520Figure-7%2FFM22251_zps1eeaaeee.jpg&hash=b29100fbd31d4e8b73706426d420f1a56fc21af0)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi998.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Faf105%2Fmyth_cloth78%2FMM%2520Figure-7%2FFM22252_zps13be12e9.jpg&hash=5d943b83dd9bf5c02c9cf581cafd6475878f6c99)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi998.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Faf105%2Fmyth_cloth78%2FMM%2520Figure-7%2FFM22254_zpse4fdc2b5.jpg&hash=e61df5826a4bc589f9c09350ae5b282357f489c6)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Jul 07, 2014, 11:07:57 AM
I was looking at my McFarlane queen today, which has transparent teeth, and because of the nature of the teeth she doesn't look as menacing from front on (because the darkness behind the teeth means they effectively look black).

Maybe painted teeth won't be all that bad.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on Jul 08, 2014, 12:51:36 PM
Loving those brown tones!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Jul 11, 2014, 11:55:06 AM
Quote from: Vark_ on Jul 06, 2014, 08:27:04 PM
Some new pics I found (on Ebay), don't recall if they've been already posted or if they are official pics, but this is on pre-order saying "NECA Deluxe queen". So... :)

Yet teeth look far better on these ones and show some kind of transparency, maybe the background / light was responsible for the bad look on the diorama ones ?
Still I'm not keen on the global paintjob, with all this brown.

Judge by yourselves fellas ;).

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi998.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Faf105%2Fmyth_cloth78%2FMM%2520Figure-7%2FFM22251_zps1eeaaeee.jpg&hash=b29100fbd31d4e8b73706426d420f1a56fc21af0)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi998.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Faf105%2Fmyth_cloth78%2FMM%2520Figure-7%2FFM22252_zps13be12e9.jpg&hash=5d943b83dd9bf5c02c9cf581cafd6475878f6c99)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi998.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Faf105%2Fmyth_cloth78%2FMM%2520Figure-7%2FFM22254_zpse4fdc2b5.jpg&hash=e61df5826a4bc589f9c09350ae5b282357f489c6)

well let's not forget guys, the mass produced product is gonna look WAY diffrent then this. Maybe we should bring in some screen caps of the alien queen and compair?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jul 12, 2014, 01:53:14 PM
I totally agree with you on this, it's a common fact with NECA.
Hopefully, huge items' prototypes are built on scale (power loader was too for instance), so the only thing that may differ with the queen will be the paint.


Quite the same they do with the 7" figures : prototypes are made way bigger, unveiled and sold on pre-order like this, THEN scaled down and mass produced. So when you pay, you don't know what you're going to get.
That's why I didn't pre-order the Series 3, I'm waiting to see how Bishop and Kane look like on 7" (Runner alien is already on scale).
And then buy the guy and the android. Or not.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Spawnse7en on Jul 16, 2014, 08:51:08 PM
Hi guys just to let people in the UK know that the queen is on prorder at zavvi.com for £82.99 with a release date of 07/11/2014.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 17, 2014, 05:01:15 AM
Quote from: Spawnse7en on Jul 16, 2014, 08:51:08 PM
Hi guys just to let people in the UK know that the queen is on prorder at zavvi.com for £82.99 with a release date of 07/11/2014.
That release date seems wrong, seeing as how it was 5 days ago. :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: judge death on Jul 17, 2014, 05:16:31 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 17, 2014, 05:01:15 AM
Quote from: Spawnse7en on Jul 16, 2014, 08:51:08 PM
Hi guys just to let people in the UK know that the queen is on prorder at zavvi.com for £82.99 with a release date of 07/11/2014.
That release date seems wrong, seeing as how it was 5 days ago. :P
What? xD The date says: 7 of November 2014 :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 17, 2014, 05:57:44 AM
Ohh right, in the USA 7/11 reads as July 11th. :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: spawn_se7en on Jul 17, 2014, 08:50:01 AM
Sorry about that i should have said 7th of november. I wouldnt relay on zavvis dates as they change them all the time i have had the alien series 3 on order for 2 months and they have changed there dates at least 4 times and they have the Predator computer figure down for september.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Jul 21, 2014, 08:07:06 AM
NEcas website has a release date of Oct 2014

still no word on pricing but im worried it will be out of my range
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jul 21, 2014, 12:18:04 PM
I don'k know if NECA said something about the price, but some pre-orders on Ebay and other retrailers sell around 70-150$.
Still nothing certain.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Raiden on Jul 22, 2014, 03:45:20 AM
Here in Hong Kong the preorder price for the queen is 75 usd. quite a reasonable price
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jul 22, 2014, 04:31:17 AM
Where exactly are the figures being made?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Jul 23, 2014, 03:26:34 AM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Jul 22, 2014, 04:31:17 AM
Where exactly are the figures being made?

Not China again I hope. their Quality control is shit.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Skulexander on Jul 23, 2014, 08:10:20 PM
New pic NECA posted for SDCC with Kane, Ripley in suit, Bishop, and of course, Jonesy!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 24, 2014, 12:48:36 AM
Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh shit.

The headsculpt will absolutely make or break that Ripley figure. I hope they don't f**k it up like they did with both Michael Biehn figures (Hicks, and Kyle Reese).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Skulexander on Jul 24, 2014, 06:52:00 AM
I don't think the Hicks figure was THAT bad, but we'll find out for Ripley soon enough, I imagine.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Jul 24, 2014, 11:23:25 AM
even as a Godzilla fan I'm not too keen on their godzilla figures. the '94 version looks fine, but their '84 looks wrong.

Oh and yes I agree on the head sculpt for Ripley and Kane. you can give Ripley a busty body but so long as her head looks like Miss Weaver you ain't got a Ripley. I just hope she scales well with the Marines and 9" aliens.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Skulexander on Jul 24, 2014, 10:02:38 PM
New pics! http://news.toyark.com/2014/07/24/sdcc-2014-neca-alien-predator-rambo-figures-130470 (http://news.toyark.com/2014/07/24/sdcc-2014-neca-alien-predator-rambo-figures-130470)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Cvalda on Jul 25, 2014, 01:15:05 AM
jonesy is not screen accurate will not buy
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bat Chain Puller on Jul 25, 2014, 01:30:15 AM
I think I may have to go out on a limb and for once say the Ripley likeness on the NECA out shines the Hot Toys version (also at comic con.)

And yes ... Jonesy. I've seen better looking plastic house cats in hobby shops and toy stores.  :-\
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jul 25, 2014, 08:53:45 AM
Yummy, these Ripley figures look great ! Hope Sigourney will give her likeness for those prototypes.

Honestly, I don't care about the cat. It's not a great piece, but if it's part of the package, swell, it will be displayed hiding behind Ripley's legs  ::).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Jul 25, 2014, 01:45:35 PM
Dallas likeness is absolutely amazing.

Ripley is disappointing.

Dog Alien's likeness is damn good, exaggerated angry face aside.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Lethalp on Jul 25, 2014, 05:48:23 PM
I think ripley looks pretty good. Face is good likeness. However the spacesuits look "off"

Ripley (jumpsuit) and bishop for me. For the right price eventually the queen.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on Jul 25, 2014, 06:11:59 PM
I don't collect human figures so I'm going to just pick up the Dog and Queen figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Jul 25, 2014, 11:49:34 PM
Quote from: Zenstoren on Jul 25, 2014, 06:11:59 PM
I don't collect human figures so I'm going to just pick up the Dog and Queen figures.

I have to agree. I was never keen on Human figures. they just don't appeal to me. even if they are of popular characters. I'm more interested in the aliens and preds.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Jul 26, 2014, 12:07:09 AM
I generally don't find human figure visually appealing enough to invest in, but I might pick up a Ripley figure at some point, if the price is right and I have some extra cash. I'm just hoping for the day we get some Kenner tribute Aliens figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 26, 2014, 01:01:19 AM
The upper lip on the Dog Alien is goofy, otherwise it looks great.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Jul 27, 2014, 03:54:41 AM
I wasn't originally interested in Alien figures at all.  It was going to be Aliens all the way.

But seeing as Jones is only available with an Alien version of Ripley, I am considering picking up a big chap to go with her.  Now to decide on a Ripley... I'm leaning towards the space suit version, but not totally decided.

Why no powerloader at SDCC I wonder.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HALCION on Jul 27, 2014, 04:05:18 AM
BTW, it's almost end of July , anyone know what's the situation with series 3?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 27, 2014, 04:15:14 AM
It's still coming, they showed it off at SDCC just a couple days ago.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HALCION on Jul 28, 2014, 04:39:41 AM
Awaiting Bishop :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on Jul 28, 2014, 09:10:12 AM
Quote from: HALCION on Jul 28, 2014, 04:39:41 AM
Awaiting Bishop :)

TUTORIAL PLEASE.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 03, 2014, 11:05:24 AM
Well my NECA Big Chap took a tumble off the shelf today and its left arm snapped off at the elbow. Goddamnit.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Aug 03, 2014, 11:51:44 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Aug 03, 2014, 11:05:24 AM
Well my NECA Big Chap took a tumble off the shelf today and its left arm snapped off at the elbow. Goddamnit.

Damn dude. Honestly why is it so difficult to keep these things standing? can't NECA include an Display stand with these guys with a translucent arm to hold the figure, like a tamashii display stand. they need to include them with the figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zenstoren on Aug 03, 2014, 05:09:56 PM
Mine stand perfectly fine. If you're having trouble keeping them from diving, buy 20 NECA stands on eBay for £10.99
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Aug 04, 2014, 06:35:11 AM
I use their tails to support them in standing poses
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 04, 2014, 12:58:37 PM
Wait, there are NECA stands?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Aug 04, 2014, 07:39:58 PM
Quote from: Zenstoren on Aug 03, 2014, 05:09:56 PM
Mine stand perfectly fine. If you're having trouble keeping them from diving, buy 20 NECA stands on eBay for £10.99

Quote from: Xenomrph on Aug 04, 2014, 12:58:37 PM
Wait, there are NECA stands?

Yes they do, but NECA's new line of Aliens don't have the peg holes in their feet to utilize them, also the balance issue is due to the alien figures being so top heavy there is so much going on from the waist up that it throws off the balance. this is especially bad if your figure has loose knees, hips, or ankles.

As I said, a Tamashii stand would work best.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Aug 06, 2014, 05:14:04 AM
yes, use their tails to make them stand, so they lean back on them they wont fall

i hope neca re releases the big chap and alien warrior throughout all of these human figures, they are selling extremely well everyone from what i've seen
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Aug 30, 2014, 08:32:24 AM
Hi, is there any news on the release date of the Series 3?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Sep 06, 2014, 12:42:38 AM
Quote from: khas on Aug 30, 2014, 08:32:24 AM
Hi, is there any news on the release date of the Series 3?
I wanna say November I heard awhile back.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Oct 05, 2014, 12:04:04 PM
Some shops I checked changed recentely their pre-order date due December. Same for the queen.
We're far from July they originally planned  ::). Hope it's gonna be worth waiting with the new production line.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Oct 05, 2014, 12:59:29 PM
Sounds like a very unprofessional attitude from Neca. At least they could give some more clear information on delays.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Oct 05, 2014, 11:40:32 PM
A non-Aliens NECA figure I had on pre-order recently changed to a December release on the listed day of release. I think NECA are having some big problems...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Oct 06, 2014, 05:57:43 PM
In the Amazon site, continue to set November 28 as release date

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi57.tinypic.com%2F15oyu0w.jpg&hash=103c1ff8390eca256bbec2e3573c98e7cccd1a41)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blacklabel on Oct 06, 2014, 07:56:34 PM
Quote from: [CANCERBLACK] on Oct 05, 2014, 11:40:32 PM
A non-Aliens NECA figure I had on pre-order recently changed to a December release on the listed day of release. I think NECA are having some big problems...

They have a LOT of products coming out.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Oct 10, 2014, 09:57:47 PM
Some new pics for the next releases at NYCC 2014 : I don't know for Series 3 or Ripley (can't see the little sheet of paper for those), but the queen is expected due November.

http://idlehands1.blogspot.fr/2014/10/nycc-2014-neca-doesnt-disappoint-aliens.html (http://idlehands1.blogspot.fr/2014/10/nycc-2014-neca-doesnt-disappoint-aliens.html)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Oct 13, 2014, 07:08:34 PM
Video talk about the master mold of Kane's Nostromo suit at NYCC.
http://www.tested.com/art/movies/465858-neca-toys-alien-nostromo-spacesuit-figure/?utm_campaign=101314nycctested&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social (http://www.tested.com/art/movies/465858-neca-toys-alien-nostromo-spacesuit-figure/?utm_campaign=101314nycctested&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social)

Some cool glances at the other upcoming Alien Series 3 & 4 too.
Notice that the runner Alien's jaw can be widely opened and the inner jaw extracted.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blerbins on Oct 15, 2014, 08:44:16 PM
FYI, Just asked NECA about the Queen and it appears they did redo her teeth so they are more translucent. The NYCC pics show the change.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Oct 16, 2014, 06:17:45 PM
Series 4 (Dallas / Ripley in suit + idle Jones / Ripley in uniform + hissing Jones) is announced due January 2015 !
Let's hope they can take the schedule.


Many new pics in this page, and awesome close-ups to the Alien Series 3 & 4 at the bottom end.

http://kastorskorner.com/wp/2014/10/10/nycc-2014-necas-awesome-return-to-nycc/?utm_campaign=kastornycc&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social (http://kastorskorner.com/wp/2014/10/10/nycc-2014-necas-awesome-return-to-nycc/?utm_campaign=kastornycc&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Oct 19, 2014, 09:28:39 AM
I hope that does not happen as the Series 3 which has been delayed 20 times ... Personally, series 4 only convinces me Ripley in uniform.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Oct 19, 2014, 07:51:30 PM
who here thinks NECA should do figures from Alien isolation?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Oct 19, 2014, 09:08:48 PM
Though I didn't play the game, I watched plenty ingame scenes and all the trailers, and I don't think it should prevail on the quadrilogy, and so on the official NECA schedule for the next releases.

Considering the xenomorph out of the game, for example, it's just a mix between the original Drone from the first movie with some features from the AvP / Resurrection one (particularly the legs design), and maybe taller.
Since I assume NECA is planning to release one figure of each xeno in each of the 4 movies (there's only the Resurrection one left to make), I don't think there is something really specific about the one from Isolation. My point of view :).


On second thoughts, why not, after all... but always remember the main issue is the money : NECA killed the Prometheus line with some interesting characters coming (Fiefield, Shaw), and it was a blockbuster movie nevertheless !...
So I don't think about you guys, but I'm not really convinced they could make money out of a characters or a xeno from a video game which is not a cult / classic one (way too recent).
In my opinion, again :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Oct 20, 2014, 02:41:03 AM
I think that AVP2010 would be a much more lucrative license to make figures of instead of Isolation. With all the Alien, Predator and Marine designs I can't see how they would lose.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Oct 21, 2014, 02:53:51 PM
Hell, I would get at least three of the A:I ones, if only to parody the shit out of it. I hope they release some working Joes too...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blerbins on Oct 21, 2014, 08:54:08 PM
My guess is that they will start working on an Alien 3 (NES? SNES?) game appearance dog alien soon after they release series 3. They mentioned doing an AVP Kenner 2 pack tribute as well eventually. I just hope they are taking their time because they want to get the qc under control. It will be interesting to see how deep they will go with Aliens if they go into comics, kenner tributes, video games, etc...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: crazypredator2 on Oct 31, 2014, 01:46:01 AM
new 1/4 scale big chap coming from neca in 2015,can;t wait!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Oct 31, 2014, 04:22:27 PM
Kane photo's on Neca's site.....helmet is removable and looks fantastic.

Have accepted that I am not going to get the Queen as it's not the sort of thing to buy when you have a few kids knocking around the house and I know that it will just sit in the box and end up in the loft.

Definitely getting the Dog alien and Kane though and Ripley 79 is a must for wave 4.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Nov 01, 2014, 09:07:49 AM
I think it's a great treat to be able to remove the helmet, and the photos are amazing.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Nov 01, 2014, 03:05:12 PM
They tease good, for sure !

1/4 Big Chap (2015)
https://www.facebook.com/necaofficial/photos/a.122768954452165.19119.122743857788008/816701445058909/?type=1&theater (https://www.facebook.com/necaofficial/photos/a.122768954452165.19119.122743857788008/816701445058909/?type=1&theater)


Kane (this one is on scale, 7", not the prototype we've seen on the Comic Cons)
http://necaonline.com/50258/blog/news-and-announcements/facehugger-friday-aliens-series-3-kane-in-nostromo-spacesuit-action-figure/?utm_campaign=kaneFFgallery&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social (http://necaonline.com/50258/blog/news-and-announcements/facehugger-friday-aliens-series-3-kane-in-nostromo-spacesuit-action-figure/?utm_campaign=kaneFFgallery&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Nov 02, 2014, 01:58:08 PM
It shows that have greatly improved the painting of the figure
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Nov 06, 2014, 12:55:45 AM
their Series 2 Giger alien was a FANTASTIC figure! I loved the new hip system made for it. although mine has broke, I have repaired it so it looks realy cool! I even modded the back of the neck to allow the head to look further up, it looks wierd from the back when his head is facing forward but the effect still works and it's nicely covered when the head is penned back. I also switched the hands around on the figure, I didn't like how they looked with the ring and pinky finger being opened an the index and middle finger being closed, I switched that around and it looks much better. (plus all four of the main fingers are the same length anyways so no harm)

looking at the new 1/4th scale figure, this thing knocks the original one NECA made out of the water! and sence it doesn't use the same Series 2 and mold blown up it. the one issue I see it having is the same the original did. Balance issues. I'll probley have to make a Display stand for it. None the less I am very excited and can't wait to put him on display.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Nov 07, 2014, 05:30:02 AM
The new series 2 original ALIEN design,judging by the photo,looks to be more screen accurate-slimmer and knock-kneed.Hope the paint application will also be an improvement.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Nov 07, 2014, 07:05:42 PM
7" Bishop pics released ! Judge by yourselves ;)

http://necaonline.com/50397/blog/news-and-announcements/facehugger-friday-aliens-series-3-bishop-action-figure/?utm_campaign=bishopgallery&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social (http://necaonline.com/50397/blog/news-and-announcements/facehugger-friday-aliens-series-3-bishop-action-figure/?utm_campaign=bishopgallery&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social)


And a video showing sculptor Kyle windrix talking about the 1/4 Alien and the queen.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DT8A27pT7uQ# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DT8A27pT7uQ#)


Some bad news though : Series 3 which was planned for November (seen at the NYCC) along with the queen is now due December, accroding to NECA's official page. I don't know what to think... if it's real, I hardly belive Series 4 is gonna be released on January 2015.
http://necaonline.com/46854/products/toys/action-figures/alien-7-scale-action-figure-series-3-assortment/ (http://necaonline.com/46854/products/toys/action-figures/alien-7-scale-action-figure-series-3-assortment/)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Nov 08, 2014, 01:43:38 AM
Translucent lips for the original Alien,too bad they won't go all the way with the metal-plated teeth or the separately attached finger and toe nails for added realism.Looking forward to seeing the finished product.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Nov 08, 2014, 11:32:46 AM
I don't expect to get my pre-ordered Dog Alien here in the UK from FP.com until at least March 2015.

Think I will just hold off on pre-ordering now and wait to see if they hit Amazon retailers.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Nov 11, 2014, 11:34:57 AM
I like how Kyle is supportive of the customizers. stating how he can't wait to see it. I see way too many toy and figure companies say not to fool with the figures.

and I have to say the Alien 3 Xeno does look awesome. the figure looks really cool.

seeing their work now I realy wish they can do Species Sil and Eve, maybe even the Species Dream Male alien. they REALLY need to pick up that license.

As for the queen I'm picking her up sometime next year.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Nov 15, 2014, 06:32:31 PM
NECA DOG ALIEN
Holy S**T look at those pics !
And news : stand included :)

http://necaonline.com/50497/blog/news-and-announcements/closer-look-aliens-7-scale-dog-alien-action-figure/ (http://necaonline.com/50497/blog/news-and-announcements/closer-look-aliens-7-scale-dog-alien-action-figure/)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Nov 15, 2014, 10:02:28 PM
It looks brilliant.....can't wait to get it.

Here Doggy!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Nov 15, 2014, 11:50:50 PM
Too bad the stand wasn't included for the previous Alien's.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Trooper909 on Nov 16, 2014, 03:34:28 AM
Bishop was a great character in the film but he doesn't really make a good figure in his none torn in half form imo.He needed to come with a facehugger as an accessory to be worth wile to buy for me.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Nov 16, 2014, 10:06:31 AM
You've got that right, instead of the knife or the glow flashlight, a facehugger in a tube (or on the dissection table) would have been a great bonus. But I think they've made a good figure out of him nevertheless.

The "half" Bishop may come later, I guess, let's not forget the power loader is coming along with the queen, so more likely an AlienS Ripley to drive it, and a smashed Bishop, even a Newt figure, let's hope.
NECA seems to like Aliens so far (with many warriors / colonial Marines, and the new releases), so I don't expect them stopping.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Nov 19, 2014, 11:44:58 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4ftQx0mgYE#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4ftQx0mgYE#ws)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: newbeing on Nov 20, 2014, 03:40:55 PM
My past experiences with trying to pose Neca's Alien figures have resulted in some broken figures, so watching that video made me very tense.  :o
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Nov 20, 2014, 07:47:27 PM
Hope those translucent teeth don't age and turn yellow over time.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Nov 20, 2014, 10:03:36 PM
Quote from: MrSpaceJockey on Nov 19, 2014, 11:44:58 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4ftQx0mgYE#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4ftQx0mgYE#ws)

the loose hips can't POSSIBLY be on purpose. that HAS to be a factory QC issue. sure it's top heavy, but making it purposely loose at the hips like that won't help at all.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Dec 08, 2014, 11:39:21 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjBoId3D2fY#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjBoId3D2fY#ws)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MyTvopbdEs#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MyTvopbdEs#ws)

Hm...isn't Kane's buttock's supposed to have the Union Jack triangular patch, not the U.S. Tricentennial patch?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Dec 09, 2014, 02:16:52 AM
so the figure comes out this month or next? dog alien that is
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 09, 2014, 11:49:32 AM
Should be this month.

I do love the Kane figure though. I can't wait to get him and Runner up on the shelf.  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 09, 2014, 08:31:15 PM
Quote from: MrSpaceJockey on Dec 08, 2014, 11:39:21 PMHm...isn't Kane's buttock's supposed to have the Union Jack triangular patch, not the U.S. Tricentennial patch?
Yup, he's British.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Dec 10, 2014, 12:56:08 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THNiZyObkxo#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THNiZyObkxo#ws)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Dec 10, 2014, 03:14:18 AM
Where can i get the dog alien for us cheaply?

Also some places says it comes out ships 2015 others say dec.


Im really wanting to get this one before everywhere sells out while there 20$
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 10, 2014, 10:19:46 AM
I guess it'd be around £15 everywhere.

I really love the looks of that figure. It looks really nice. I wish they'd just hurry up and release them.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 10, 2014, 07:53:44 PM
They are on pre-order here in Europe for 20£ - 28-30€ (Ebay and other online shops). Some will sell a 3-pack bundle for approx 70€.
Sad.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Dec 10, 2014, 09:40:11 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Dec 10, 2014, 10:19:46 AM
I guess it'd be around £15 everywhere.

I really love the looks of that figure. It looks really nice. I wish they'd just hurry up and release them.

New release NECA figures tend to be $40-$45 NZD (20ish pounds) here, because we're a captive market. Only once they're trying to clear stock does it go down to a reasonable price. :(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 11, 2014, 04:32:54 AM
Quote from: Vark_ on Dec 09, 2014, 08:31:15 PM
Quote from: MrSpaceJockey on Dec 08, 2014, 11:39:21 PMHm...isn't Kane's buttock's supposed to have the Union Jack triangular patch, not the U.S. Tricentennial patch?
Yup, he's British.
Sloppy,not buying.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SizzyBubbles on Dec 11, 2014, 05:30:39 AM
Quote from: MrSpaceJockey on Dec 10, 2014, 12:56:08 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THNiZyObkxo#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THNiZyObkxo#ws)

Paint looks good on this one. I'm just hoping, given NECA's recent track record, that finding a decent looking and/or not broken one isn't super difficult.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Dec 11, 2014, 05:37:11 AM
OK so when does series 3 ship.. i preodered one from bigbadtoys which says its sold out but i was able to order one so im just hoping i actually get one
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Dec 13, 2014, 05:46:58 PM
https://www.facebook.com/necaofficial/photos/a.122768954452165.19119.122743857788008/840480089347711/?type=1 (https://www.facebook.com/necaofficial/photos/a.122768954452165.19119.122743857788008/840480089347711/?type=1) avalible on amazon right now
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Post by: Vark_ on Dec 14, 2014, 09:58:01 AM
At NECA store too, but already out of stock for the dog alien ;).
Undoubtely a big hit.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Dec 14, 2014, 10:43:18 AM
I have already bought Kane and Bishop through Neca store in Ebay. Estimated delivery date between December 23-31 ...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 14, 2014, 11:17:07 AM
Same delay here with Kane, but one day ago when I placed my order, it was due december 21-27. Delivery estimations, like release plannings, seem to be on jeopardy with NECA as well  ::).
Gotta get the dog alien too, but from UK or French retrailers, on january I think, no other choice since they're out of stock.

Still I'm waiting for new pics and customers reviews before I buy Bishop, the last video review made me really hesitate (on the face paint mostly).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Dec 14, 2014, 11:24:10 AM
I'm with you, Bishop's face is not very successful ... But Bishop is Bishop ... hahaha
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 14, 2014, 01:50:47 PM
NEWS : Neca shared this pic of an upcoming ALIENS Ripley with 7" alien eggs sealed / opened ! It's a wild guess, but if there are opened eggs, there might be some facehuggers coming with them, just sayin'.
Series 5 is gonna be worth waiting, fellas !

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.toyzmag.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F12%2Fneca-alien-ripley-oeufs-xeno-600x449.jpg&hash=f768892ff452b9f87496105b90b30b3740566949)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Dec 14, 2014, 04:07:50 PM
Wonder if it comes with a Newt backpack.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Dec 14, 2014, 05:14:50 PM
You think there will be more characters, apart from Ripley in series 5?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 14, 2014, 05:56:48 PM
They need to milk Dallas and Kane, don't they?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 14, 2014, 09:40:39 PM
We can expect many things indeed, for Randy Falk (NECA's head) said last year there will be figures from every movie of the quadrilogy for the 35th birthday.

Now clearly Aliens is the movie they dealt with the most so far, with many warrior aliens and USCM, the queen, Bishop, and the upcoming Ripley and Power loader.
Then Alien comes next, with the big chap, 2 Ripleys, and 2 of the Nostromo crew in space suit (+ the upcoming big chap in large scale).
As for today, Alien3 has only the Dog Alien, and Resurrection "zippo"  ::) (as Hudson would say).

So I think they are to introduce some figures from these 2 last movies, even if they were not as popular as the former ones.
If you ask me, we're not about to see many USCM coming, I'd die for a smart gunner but it's no secret they had trouble to get the likenesses.
If you think about characters (human or not) out of Alien 3 & 4 that could be worth buying for NECA fans and eventually deserve to be mass-produced, I bet only on iconic ones : Dillon / Aaron / Jonher / Call, Resurrection warrior and Newborn, and Ripley from these movies perhaps ? I'd personaly like to see more of the Nostromo crew... Lambert (for she's in a spacesuit, so really easy to make) and Ash. The whole team actually... but hey, likenesses, again...

Pure speculation  ;D

NECA's first goal was to get Sigourney, they succeeded, but I hope they've not given up on other characters.
And let's keep in mind there might be a Series 6 after that, NECA's Alien figures seem to be one of their best-selling lines ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 15, 2014, 08:28:11 AM
I'd very much love to see the Dog Handlers. I'd die for that.

(https://alienseries.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/195051_10150119712278603_536263602_6365318_7264677_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Dec 15, 2014, 06:21:36 PM
I also hope that someday Neca, make a figure of Weyland commandos
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: newbeing on Dec 17, 2014, 04:37:57 PM
Saw the Queen figure at Newbury comics. Was tempted to pick it up, but that is a big purchase so close to the holidays. Box looked great.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Dec 18, 2014, 06:44:45 AM
pretty sure Randy of NECA confirmed Weyland Commandos already on the NECA_TOYS twitter.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 18, 2014, 08:21:11 AM
Quote from: newbeing on Dec 17, 2014, 04:37:57 PM
Saw the Queen figure at Newbury comics. Was tempted to pick it up, but that is a big purchase so close to the holidays. Box looked great.

Reckon you'll go back and get it after the holidays?

Quote from: slaysaliens on Dec 18, 2014, 06:44:45 AM
pretty sure Randy of NECA confirmed Weyland Commandos already on the NECA_TOYS twitter.

When was this?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 19, 2014, 07:23:56 PM
Some more about the eggs.
Like I thought, sealed AND open ones  ;). And look what's inside !

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/q81/p480x480/1013521_843982952330758_4843698957479791138_n.jpg?oh=ae7a6d64018a5e96b9c35e317613bbe4&oe=553BFFE9&__gda__=1429625540_3e476072b9813228bf09853d2cee3fc2)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Dec 19, 2014, 07:52:16 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Dec 18, 2014, 08:21:11 AM
Quote from: newbeing on Dec 17, 2014, 04:37:57 PM
Saw the Queen figure at Newbury comics. Was tempted to pick it up, but that is a big purchase so close to the holidays. Box looked great.

Reckon you'll go back and get it after the holidays?

Quote from: slaysaliens on Dec 18, 2014, 06:44:45 AM
pretty sure Randy of NECA confirmed Weyland Commandos already on the NECA_TOYS twitter.

When was this?

Yep, I remember sometime ago Randy confirmed that the Weyland commandos from Alien 3 are on its way.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Dec 20, 2014, 03:46:31 AM
Quote from: Vark_ on Dec 19, 2014, 07:23:56 PM
Some more about the eggs.
Like I thought, sealed AND open ones  ;). And look what's inside !

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/q81/p480x480/1013521_843982952330758_4843698957479791138_n.jpg?oh=ae7a6d64018a5e96b9c35e317613bbe4&oe=553BFFE9&__gda__=1429625540_3e476072b9813228bf09853d2cee3fc2

awesome eggs, but I think I'd like for them to be translucent and maybe have a light up feature.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 20, 2014, 11:58:53 AM
The huge scale egg + jumping facehugger had these features. Though I'd like these new 7"-scale eggs have these characteristics, I wouldn't count on it much due to the small size and of course the price.

If you ask me I think they're gonna be sold as "bonus gift", like Jonesey in series 4. For instance, sealed egg with a figure, open egg + facehugger in another package, just to make sure we buy them both.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Dec 20, 2014, 01:23:27 PM
Series 3 seems to have arrived in the UK.

Ordered Kane and Doggie from a retailer in Amazon and they should be dispatched today.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Dec 20, 2014, 03:26:12 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Dec 15, 2014, 08:28:11 AM
I'd very much love to see the Dog Handlers. I'd die for that.

https://alienseries.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/195051_10150119712278603_536263602_6365318_7264677_o.jpg
Second.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vermillion on Dec 20, 2014, 06:02:41 PM
Still miss the original pulse rifle sound. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 20, 2014, 09:42:09 PM
Quote from: drsmuts on Dec 20, 2014, 01:23:27 PM
Series 3 seems to have arrived in the UK.
Yup, confirmed, my doggie shipped yesterday from the UK, and Kane 5 days ago from the US.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Jace Madan on Dec 20, 2014, 11:36:04 PM
Picked up series 3 today. Kane came out good. Some of the Bishop's flight suits were painted really shiny and glossy, luckily I got a matte one. As far as the dog Alien goes, the body is painted very well, but on the 5 I saw, nearly all of them had scuff marks and some had what looked like glue residue on the domes. Also, If you get a chance to inspect them, make sure you look at the fingers, quite a few of them had fingers that were bent over each other.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: mathewjohn365 on Dec 21, 2014, 04:06:16 PM
Been seeing a lot of people from the US and UK get both Queen and series 3, but still haven't seen postings from Canada.  I the Queen and 2 dogs on pre order, checking Twitter pretty much every hour to see if there been any Canadian postings.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 21, 2014, 07:04:32 PM
I've seen some video reviews for Bishop and the head sculpt seems pretty iffy to me compared to the prototypes. What's the consensus on it here?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The Shuriken on Dec 22, 2014, 10:00:41 PM
Any chance NECA will make characters/creatures from Colonial Marines? I'd love to see them make a Spitter Xenomorph. Maybe as part of spinoff line from the movies?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 23, 2014, 10:22:00 AM
Quote from: The Shuriken on Dec 22, 2014, 10:00:41 PM
Any chance NECA will make characters/creatures from Colonial Marines? I'd love to see them make a Spitter Xenomorph. Maybe as part of spinoff line from the movies?
It's not likely we'll see one from NECA, although we have gotten a couple Spitter figures from other companies.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Dec 23, 2014, 10:30:18 AM
I just want the dog and the queen really.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The Shuriken on Dec 25, 2014, 10:44:08 PM
So I got the Alien Queen for Christmas today (thanks momma). Haven't opened her yet, don't have anywhere safe to put her at the moment, recently moved. But damn does she look fantastic through the box, her detail is super. NECA definitely made a masterpiece.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Dec 27, 2014, 12:13:54 PM
My Dog and Kane arrived Christmas eve....really impressed with both of them, the Dog is massive and looks superb and Kane is a lovely little novelty of a figure.

Envious of those who got the Queen, it does look great but to be honest, nearly a £100 in the UK is very expensive and I wouldn't get the use out of it to justify buying it as I have nowhere it could be displayed (and I don't think the wife and kids would be very impressed to be honest!)

As much as love this line, I am struggling to think what other characters I would buy. Ripley in Nostromo jump suit is a must and a WY Doggie handler commando.....after that not a lot else to be honest. No interest in anything at all from Resurrection.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 27, 2014, 09:06:59 PM
Kane arrived today, and in one word : stunned.

Although the helmet base is a pain in the *** to fit in the collar of the suit (I had to cut its lower edge about 1mm an push hard to put it properly in place), and the copper paint is somehow sticky, the figure is the best Kane we get for the price. Sculpt is awesome, paint is really neat with much effort put on the wearing marks of the gear. The only deception is with the US patch, which needed to be British...
Not very posable though, but a very stable figure. No loose articulation here ^^

The only modification I added was a touch of cyano glue around the hole in the helmet, to whiten it and have a slight smashed glass effect.

Way to go NECA, looks fantastic on display with an action pose !
Waiting for the doggy, next week I think.

A few pics :
(https://scontent-a-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/10897894_10154917434440251_5832695024352155601_n.jpg?oh=1357397c26235d92f93b24fac4774980&oe=552BBE68)

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/10897756_10154917433920251_4179692994425225495_n.jpg?oh=71350a37742130df677e26d9fabce21f&oe=553C742A&__gda__=1426019199_25edb901cfe71072baa71fb60fb36e83)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Dec 27, 2014, 11:45:19 PM
Kane is fantastic isn't he? So much detail on the suit, backpack etc. Shame about the badge slip up though but it's a small glitch on a great figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Dec 28, 2014, 05:36:41 PM
It sure is on the bottom of my list of concerns.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Dec 28, 2014, 08:17:01 PM
I'm so jealous Vark!!, I hope my Kane and Bishop arrive between tomorrow and Tuesday ...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 28, 2014, 08:57:20 PM
I popped into my local on Saturday but they hadn't arrived yet.  :-\ Really gutted.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 29, 2014, 10:05:13 PM
Recieved the doggy today, and once again, this was a good surprise.

First thing : it's huge. Far taller than the previous xenos from NECA, big chap and warriors, so in my opinion it's up-scaled a bit, but no big deal.
Sculpt is great, they've done a hell of a job on the head, it really looks like the runner. I compared with my Sideshow A3 diorama, proportions look the same, headsculpt is really close, except the NECA figure is slightly bulkier, limbs and tail especially, which we can understand, it's an action figure after all. One thing I don't understand though : the oversized tail end blade...

The paintjob on the body isn't matching Kane's, it's basically similar as the brown / blue warriors from the previous series ; but if you step off one foot, it still looks quite cool with the glossy shades of brown and black fading with the distance.
They've taken a greater care with the head, this is the part of the xeno they achieved best, the dome is really neat !

Despite the lenght of the legs and the great ammount of joints, this is a posable and stable figure, no loose articulations again, so you're free not to use the stand (which I found useful for displaying a StarWars Snowspeeder !).
Series 3 seems to have fixed the articulation inconvenience. Although I didn't like the feet not to be real flat, I leveled them off using a cutter.
Then I gave it a crouched pose, something between the Sideshow A3 maquette and the Halcyon model kit.

For an affordable price, we get here one of the best -if not the best- Dog alien on that scale, you can trash-can your MacFarlane right away  ;D. Well done NECA. Again.

A few pics :
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/1461267_10154925429525251_2340537723546103461_n.jpg?oh=0352a7a687ede745871f20280f582a6d&oe=5545C2D1&__gda__=1428983022_6bf286bdfa9db45ca8690b842a630762)

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10888827_10154925429620251_9106867757959984658_n.jpg?oh=11e78e7390c1529c33603144ae4868e4&oe=54F9DA4C&__gda__=1430145370_09c285b7d094e4fa0487b16e67de1798)

PS : I ordered from a UK ebay store, it shipped on december 19th. I'm kinda surprised local shops in UK haven't recieved them yet.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Dec 30, 2014, 12:22:47 AM
Does it looks good with the mouth open?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Dec 30, 2014, 05:21:52 PM
And finally arrived ... Kane is amazing, has great detail and very well painted. Bisop not convince me much. This well painted, but fails in the expression of the face.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi58.tinypic.com%2Fhs800m.jpg&hash=5bec7dbe8d9a6f86b8ba85a8dfce550dec8e9fec)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 30, 2014, 07:27:34 PM
That's what I was thinking about Bishop when I saw the first video review. Not worth buying I think.

Quote from: MrSpaceJockey on Dec 30, 2014, 12:22:47 AM
Does it looks good with the mouth open?
Yup, the inner jaw is tinier than other xenos', but really well done.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Warrior Xenomorph on Jan 02, 2015, 12:58:21 AM
I'm getting the Queen in a few days, gotta make room for her though.*Sigh* Gonna have to sacrifice a few...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Jan 02, 2015, 09:27:53 PM
I've cracked and ordered the Queen.....I just know that in about 6 months it will be about double the price like most NECA stuff and I would have regretted not ordering it at RRP.

Very pricey though in the UK. I hope I'm not disappointed when it arrives.

Still regretting not ordering Dutch when he was £15, now Extraction and Patrol go for about £50 online.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jan 03, 2015, 03:13:34 AM
Hot news on Twitter.
Due summer 2015 they say...

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B6XwwwACAAEKcZk.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Jan 03, 2015, 03:38:42 AM
That's some great news to start the new year. I'm getting two for sure. Anyone else planning on an ALICEfication project?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Jace Madan on Jan 03, 2015, 08:47:45 AM
Quote from: gabgrave on Jan 03, 2015, 03:38:42 AM
That's some great news to start the new year. I'm getting two for sure. Anyone else planning on an ALICEfication project?

Yep, planning on getting one to paint pulse rifle green and black/grey, and mount parts of the flamethrower and pulse rifle to the undersides of the arms, terminator mini-gun to one arm tip and a sculpted Phased Infantry Gun to the other arm tip. Also additional armor plating and back-mounted jump jets.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Jan 07, 2015, 12:02:46 PM
My Queen has arrived.

I wasn't going to order it due to lack of space, cost etc but....it's awesome.

The sculpt and paint detail is just brilliant and it's one of those items which are never going to lose their value.

If you are in two minds and you have the cash, go for it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 17, 2015, 11:44:09 AM
I got the Dog Alien in the mail yesterday, holy goddamn is it fantastic. I've got minor gripes - the mouth is difficult to open on mine; it's like something gets snagged when I close it and it feels like I'm going to break it if I force it, and I wish the head articulation would let the head really tilt back for more natural on-all-fours running poses like the McFarlane version can do - but beyond that it's really, really great.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Jan 18, 2015, 11:36:36 PM
If anyone was having second thoughts on getting the NECA Queen, dont. Go out and grab her, you won't be disappointed. Out of the box she's incredible. Naturally I compared her to my McFarlane queen (which I always held in high regard) and she makes it look bad. Better to grab them for ~100 then a year from now for over 200.

On the NECA subject, are the kenner alien figs confirmed or just assumed as of now?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 19, 2015, 02:44:48 PM
It's confirmed that we're getting some, we just don't know what they are or when we're getting them.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 19, 2015, 02:50:38 PM
I'm hoping for the Bull, personally.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Jan 19, 2015, 09:56:49 PM
I want a Mantis Alien, personally.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Jan 23, 2015, 08:55:14 AM
Got the Queen, Dog, and Kane.

I have to say, Neca has totally picked up their quality control. You can literally feel the quality and durability of the figures now. I too recommend getting the Queen if there are any doubts.

Kane is a good figure, the Queen is great, and I think perhaps the Dog Alien is overall the best Alien figure ever made. It has also given me new appreciation for the Dog Alien design, and I'm beginning to think overall it is the best Alien design as well. I'm glad my figure doesn't have the problem some people are having with the mouth being hard to open.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Jan 23, 2015, 07:41:32 PM
I agree....I was in two minds getting the Queen as I thought it might be rather fragile, but it's rock solid.

I love the Doggie too, it really is an amazing look figure. Looking forward to getting a WY Commando to go with him.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jan 24, 2015, 12:14:15 PM
Sneak peek on the coming facehuggers.
(https://scontent-b-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t31.0-8/10830622_866838230045230_8292305395208821122_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Jan 24, 2015, 03:48:33 PM
Cool little buggers.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 24, 2015, 06:04:47 PM
Having the front two legs curled in like that looks weird to me.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Rabbit2100 on Jan 24, 2015, 06:35:58 PM
Those huggers look great! I recently got my dog in the mail. I love the design of the figure but unfortunately the joints are insanely loose on mine in a few places :(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Jan 24, 2015, 06:49:18 PM
Quote from: Vark_ on Jan 24, 2015, 12:14:15 PM
Sneak peek on the coming facehuggers.
(https://scontent-b-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/t31.0-8/10830622_866838230045230_8292305395208821122_o.jpg)
I read that this is to be part of a diorama set, similar to the predator 2 trophy display they did 2 years back. Is that true?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jan 25, 2015, 11:09:11 AM
Yep you're right, the twitter pic says they're gonna be displayed at a coming toy convention. They've done / ordered some nice dioramas for the last years, and there's no point for them showing / tweeting stuff they're not going to sell.

Since they've already shown some eggs prototypes (opened and sealed) and the legs / weapons of what definitely looks like an Aliens Ripley (hive scene) + the power loader, I have no doubt that these little fellas will be part of a package somehow in series 5.
Not in such quantity though, but one or two seems legit ;).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 28, 2015, 04:00:54 AM
I suggested on Twitter that NECA should do an Amanda Ripley figure (it'd basically be a repainted 'Alien' jumpsuit Ripley figure with a new head), and Kezia Burrows, the actress who played Amanda Ripley in the game, favorited my tweet.

I think we can get some traction on this if we push NECA on the issue.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 28, 2015, 08:28:00 AM
What's your twitter? I'll retweet.

Hopefully picking up one of the Series 3 figures this weekend - if my local has them in.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Jan 28, 2015, 08:47:59 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 28, 2015, 04:00:54 AM
I suggested on Twitter that NECA should do an Amanda Ripley figure (it'd basically be a repainted 'Alien' jumpsuit Ripley figure with a new head), and Kezia Burrows, the actress who played Amanda Ripley in the game, favorited my tweet.

I think we can get some traction on this if we push NECA on the issue.

Oooo I like this
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 29, 2015, 12:12:13 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 28, 2015, 08:28:00 AM
What's your twitter? I'll retweet.

Hopefully picking up one of the Series 3 figures this weekend - if my local has them in.
Here's the tweet: https://twitter.com/Xenomrph/status/556778613291249664
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 29, 2015, 01:17:23 PM
Retweeted mate.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Jan 29, 2015, 05:59:23 PM
Just shown on Facebook. Classic 8bit Alien 3 runner from the nes game.
Dunno how I feel about it. I never played the game, though I've heard good things. I have yet to get the normal runner, damn queen set me back a bit.

How was the 8bit predator, anyone vouch for that fig?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 29, 2015, 11:20:58 PM
http://necaonline.com/51181/products/toys/action-figures/alien-3-classic-video-game-appearance-dog-alien/?utm_campaign=VGalienDogprodpage&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social (http://necaonline.com/51181/products/toys/action-figures/alien-3-classic-video-game-appearance-dog-alien/?utm_campaign=VGalienDogprodpage&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social)

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NECA's highly successful line of classic video game tribute figures continues with the Dog Alien from Alien 3! The game was released in 1992 for the popular 8-bit home console.

The Dog Alien stands almost 10″ tall, with over 30 points of articulation, including an extendable inner mouth and bendable tail. Special two-tone paint deco reproduces the game's stylized look.

Comes in special window box packaging to re-create the look and feel of the classic video game cartridge box.

Read more: http://necaonline.com/51181/products/toys/action-figures/alien-3-classic-video-game-appearance-dog-alien/#ixzz3QFuOvX5c (http://necaonline.com/51181/products/toys/action-figures/alien-3-classic-video-game-appearance-dog-alien/#ixzz3QFuOvX5c)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 30, 2015, 08:55:12 AM
I didn't realize it was half and half, I thought they were doing 2 different figures like they did with the Robocop vs Terminator endoskeletons.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 30, 2015, 08:40:36 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 29, 2015, 01:17:23 PM
Retweeted mate.

Ditto.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Jan 30, 2015, 09:07:32 PM
Flamethrower Ripley production figure pic tweeted by NECA....shes incredible!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Jan 30, 2015, 10:08:05 PM

Pics are nice :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 31, 2015, 12:04:28 AM
I really do feel like my life won't be complete without a Brett and Parker 2-pack...

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1203.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fbb381%2Fconkerthump5%2F00brett_parker.jpg&hash=1678952dee2a597d68d25cbac054471772e01ef2)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 31, 2015, 08:53:33 AM
Quote from: elemental-of-all on Jan 30, 2015, 10:08:05 PM

Pics are nice :P

Looks much better than the set of pictures.

And my local didn't have Series 3 in, only the Queen. He's still awaiting delivery. Gutted.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jan 31, 2015, 02:39:51 PM
The lights on this picture are well balanced and the ambience is great, so yes, the figure looks better but... well... just like they did for Bishop. But the facts are : Bishop's face isn't really accurate IMO.
I still have doubts on the likeness about this Ripley, I'll be waiting for more and more pics before making up my mind to buy it.


@ Corporal Hicks : this is odd, series 3 has been in stores for weeks now, even here in France.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Jan 31, 2015, 02:47:29 PM
@ Corporal Hicks
Likewise, my LGS got the queen, but none of the other figs from series 3. I'm guessing the demand for the queen was higher. I really want the runner. From what I've seen it looks phenomenal.

@Vark Its weird, I don't know why the shipping is so scattered with NECA. Here in Canada it takes at least a month after the initial release date to get anything, and that's a month minimum.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Feb 01, 2015, 02:18:03 AM
Shipping depends on whether it's sent by air, or, well, by sea, via surface shipping... If its the latter, they usually combine enough goods to fill at least one container, before going on a two to 4 weeks sea journey. That could explain why things can arrive in different countries and even different shops several months apart.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 01, 2015, 10:36:34 AM
The odd and frustrating thing is that CorporalHicks lives in the UK, and many UK / European shops had Series 3 for sale on late december. For instance I recieved my Dog Alien from a UK ebay shop on december 29th.
Maybe like you said his shop chose a slower shipping for less costs, or placed its order too late ?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 02, 2015, 08:31:19 AM
They were supposed to be here in time for Christmas apparently. Not really sure what's happening.  :-\
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Feb 13, 2015, 07:35:41 AM
Here's Aliens Ripley from NECA, coming in series 5:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.figures.com%2Fforums%2Fattachments%2Fnews%2F262792d1423781945-first-look-necas-aliens-series-5-headliner-action-figure-86-ripley-ripley_aliens.jpeg&hash=450a6276704a2e1721b601a862343ea393b32a71)


Full reveal of Series 5:

Ellen Ripley - As seen in Aliens w Flamethrower/Pulse Rifle combo

Bishop (Torn in Half) - Packed with an Open Egg and Facehugger w/ Bendable Tail

Genocide Warrior (Red)

Genocide Warrior (Black)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 13, 2015, 05:13:42 PM
Great, now I'll have a ton of half bishops just so I can get some eggs.

Really though, thats actually not a bad series, especially since they separated the warriors out.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Samus007 on Feb 13, 2015, 05:21:35 PM
That Ellen Ripley looks great. I can't wait to see the full reveal this weekend. I hope that one day NECA and/or Hot Toys makes an Amanda Ripley figure based on Alien Isolation.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 13, 2015, 09:15:38 PM
Thanks for the hot news !  ;)

This Ripley sculpt looks georgeous, way better than the ones we saw in series 4 previews ! I hope they won't screw up the paint.
She'll look great in the power loader, can't wait to see her inside.

I'm also glad I didn't buy the casual Bishop from series 3, the torn in half version will be far more iconic and interesting to display (plus the bonus egg / hugger).

Oh, and some more tasty informations I picked on Figures.com :
QuoteAnd you can't have an Aliens movie collection without a slew of Xenomorph Warriors, can you? That's where the Series 5 Genocide Warriors come in. Randy commented on their return, "We wanted to get Xenos back into the line as some collectors missed out on the original Genocide 2-pack (see HERE) and others just want to build a larger hive. We are hard at work at brand new Xeno sculpts from Resurrection, AvP, and AvP: Requiem that you will see later this year along with a few other Alien surprises."

One of those surprises is NECA's Kenner-inspired action figures, the vintage concept made popular with Predator. The company now has plans for Alien. Randy Falk stated that "We are also working on our Kenner-inspired designs for (Aliens) Series 8 or 9 that you will see sometime in 2016."


Here's a quick look of the upcoming Big Chap at TFNY ;)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B9w3301IUAAWZEs.jpg:large)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: OmegaZilla on Feb 14, 2015, 12:49:07 PM
Could anyone quickly tell me the quality of the NECA Queen? Plastic, factory defects, articulations, etc.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Feb 14, 2015, 09:02:08 PM
Quote from: Omegazilla on Feb 14, 2015, 12:49:07 PM
Could anyone quickly tell me the quality of the NECA Queen? Plastic, factory defects, articulations, etc.

Everything about her is awesome sculpt, paint, the works.
Only slight issue I have is because of her weight one of her leg joints is a lot more loose than I would like, so it won't support her properly if I wanted to stand her more upright. But it's a solid 8.5/10 I wouldn't pass on it.

As for future releases, I'm sad to see series 5 have the genocide figs. I guess its great if you want more black warriors or for people who have missed the 2 pack. But its not for me. Runner, Ripley w/flamethrower and bishop torn in half are my targets for the next few months.
Powerloader after that.

I can't wait to see what they do with the Resurrection/avp aliens. I still have the avpr warrior they released and I really enjoy it, its well made.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 14, 2015, 11:32:15 PM
Talking about the Queen, she seems to have found the perfect match.
We have here : power loader + series 5 Ripley + open egg + facehugger

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/10959711_877520522310334_255072788688042721_n.jpg?oh=82fe775389d8c26b6f33720e0493d201&oe=559502AA&__gda__=1431068779_3f0ffc77cff03e691ca25801ca8608f1)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Feb 15, 2015, 09:42:42 AM
I think Neca has not been greatly complicated the series 5 ... the only novelty is Ripley 86.
Another issue is the date of sale. On Twitter say that for July, but lately seeing delays, I think we will not see anything until September ...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: OmegaZilla on Feb 15, 2015, 09:59:30 AM
Quote from: elemental-of-all on Feb 14, 2015, 09:02:08 PM
Quote from: Omegazilla on Feb 14, 2015, 12:49:07 PM
Could anyone quickly tell me the quality of the NECA Queen? Plastic, factory defects, articulations, etc.

Everything about her is awesome sculpt, paint, the works.
Only slight issue I have is because of her weight one of her leg joints is a lot more loose than I would like, so it won't support her properly if I wanted to stand her more upright. But it's a solid 8.5/10 I wouldn't pass on it.

As for future releases, I'm sad to see series 5 have the genocide figs. I guess its great if you want more black warriors or for people who have missed the 2 pack. But its not for me. Runner, Ripley w/flamethrower and bishop torn in half are my targets for the next few months.
Powerloader after that.

I can't wait to see what they do with the Resurrection/avp aliens. I still have the avpr warrior they released and I really enjoy it, its well made.
Thanks dude. Are factory deformations common?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Feb 15, 2015, 03:20:08 PM
In my experiences, not very. But since these are mass produced they definitely happen. Most recent one for me was the aliens genocide 2 pack. Black aliens jaw is extremely loose and pops off if I open it.
Nothing that really changes my decision to buy figures though. I'd probably say 1/10 figs I buy have a slight deformation to them.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 17, 2015, 04:34:33 PM
The amount of money I'm going to spend because of Neca (again, seeing as how I took a break from my squad building) hurts to think about.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 17, 2015, 07:06:25 PM
NECA official info on the upcoming 1/4 Big Chap :
http://necaonline.com/51395/products/toys/large-scale-figures/alien-14-scale-action-figure-1979-alien/?utm_campaign=quarterchapprodpage&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social (http://necaonline.com/51395/products/toys/large-scale-figures/alien-14-scale-action-figure-1979-alien/?utm_campaign=quarterchapprodpage&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Feb 21, 2015, 07:49:16 AM
I recently ordered the Queen for a little present for myself, which arrived tonight.

Good lord, this thing is beautiful. In my opinion, probably one of the best thing NECA has ever made.

I took some photos of her too, which you can see in my thread in the fan art boards (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=33970.0).

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs29.postimg.org%2Fj9snqko1z%2FIMG_0737.jpg&hash=dbbb97b8a0c39d672fe3ff3523a1e97f422fccc3) (http://postimg.org/image/9chmxigg3/full/)

I'm so happy I purchased this figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Quarax on Feb 21, 2015, 06:35:49 PM
1/4 Big Chap on BBTS: http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=NEC12672&mode=retail (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=NEC12672&mode=retail)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Feb 21, 2015, 07:34:06 PM
I remember buying the original 2007/08 22 inch alien for less than half that.... What a joke. I'll pass.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 22, 2015, 05:25:16 PM
Yup, I agree ; unless it shows major improvements on the sculpt / paint, this price isn't relevant for a fully ABS figure.

As a matter of fact, the 2007 / 22 inches Big Chap you're talking about still sells around 50-60$ on the occasion market if you have a sharp eye.
And since it's still a great alternative in this range of huge posable figures, I guess the former Big Chap will be a valuable opponent to the new Big Chap they're going to release.
NECA vs NECA. Irony of fate  ;D.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: OmegaZilla on Feb 22, 2015, 05:27:14 PM
What ALIEN and ALIENS models are in scale with the Alien Queen?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 22, 2015, 05:32:00 PM
If you mean NECA's queen, the whole NECA Alien Series is on scale with her.
MacFarlane old 7" figures are approximately on scale too.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: OmegaZilla on Feb 22, 2015, 05:45:49 PM
Yeah precisely. Thank you! :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: richardatwood76 on Feb 22, 2015, 06:17:34 PM
Anyone else having issues with the NECA Aliens stress fractured from the factory?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 22, 2015, 06:32:26 PM
Quote from: Omegazilla on Feb 22, 2015, 05:45:49 PM
Yeah precisely. Thank you! :)
You're welcome ;)

Quote from: richardatwood76 on Feb 22, 2015, 06:17:34 PM
Anyone else having issues with the NECA Aliens stress fractured from the factory?
Yup, this is no secret NECA figures may have articulation issues from time to time (loose or broken joints), although they moved their production line very recently to another factory, with better quality control we hope.
Some folks had the deception to face it with every figure they bought -particularly the previous Series- so they got mad at NECA (wich I understand esaily), but most of us experiment this kind of inconvenience sporadically.

All in all, I think this is a risk to take, since their sculpts and paintjobs are quite a catch for the price. I don't really mind gluing / cutting / customizing a 20$ figure anyway.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: razeak on Feb 22, 2015, 10:11:53 PM
For deformations, 99% of the time you can warm some water up(don't boil) and dip the part in and then lightly reform it. For stiff joints you can try warm water or toss it in the freezer for 30 mins and then very slowly try to move the part.

The popping jaw on the aliens is pretty common.

I would say 1/10 is pretty accurate as to how many show up deformed. I notice the aliens tend to be more often, but they are more spindly too.

The Queen is exceptional, but her weight will eventually loosen the legs enough to require the stand and it likely won't take long at all.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: richardatwood76 on Feb 22, 2015, 11:54:35 PM
I am in agreement that repairing is worth the price on a figure here and there, and I also understand that quite a few do not take them out so they never know anyway lol

As I build the display/dio for them the queen will have a hidden metal assist post to keep her up and looking correct. The broken NECA is the under fire one any way so I may just form some guts and leave it apart.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Mar 02, 2015, 07:12:13 AM
cashed in ALL my TRU rewards points and picked her up ...
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP2150100_zpsjgi66rab.jpg&hash=26ce8bee5dc6a52e841939fddb56326d39d8f160) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P2150100_zpsjgi66rab.jpg.html)
for $45
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 02, 2015, 08:26:04 AM
And now I'm sad because my local still doesn't have Wave 3 in.

Also, was just sent this over on the Galaxy FB page.

(https://scontent-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xaf1/v/t1.0-9/1507880_853359698044804_7587071818654556422_n.jpg?oh=1410c5ea878147b5610c5d4a368c925e&oe=5595C14E)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SizzyBubbles on Mar 04, 2015, 10:12:42 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Mar 02, 2015, 08:26:04 AM
And now I'm sad because my local still doesn't have Wave 3 in.

Also, was just sent this over on the Galaxy FB page.

(https://scontent-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xaf1/v/t1.0-9/1507880_853359698044804_7587071818654556422_n.jpg?oh=1410c5ea878147b5610c5d4a368c925e&oe=5595C14E)

*pleased pterodactyl squawking*

The man n' I both got ourselves the new NECA queen each. Looks great! Haven't had any issues!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Mar 06, 2015, 07:37:06 PM
Alien Isolation figures coming. Looks like they're preparing for an AVPR warrior re-release as well.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B_b_UZUU0AAlHgK.jpg)

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/573926815292604416
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Mar 07, 2015, 07:50:53 AM
kinda funny NECA doing a video game figure thats not of the cool retro variety
but i'll pick one up

the AvP-R warrior... might pass
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 07, 2015, 08:39:56 PM
I was honestly hoping we'd see something ACM related, as bad as the game was.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 07, 2015, 10:15:03 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Mar 07, 2015, 08:39:56 PM
I was honestly hoping we'd see something ACM related, as bad as the game was.
Hiya Toys has done some 3.75" (GI Joe-scale) Colonial Marines stuff. They've done 4 Alien types (Warrior, Lurker, Boiler, and Spitter) and they've got a Power Loader and some Marines in the pipeline.

Play Arts Kai did some larger scale (10" or so) Aliens as well, including the Spitter and Lurker.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Mar 08, 2015, 10:13:20 AM
Quote from: RidgeTop on Mar 06, 2015, 07:37:06 PM
Alien Isolation figures coming. Looks like they're preparing for an AVPR warrior re-release as well.
Too bad, since I'm not a game player nor a fan of AvP, I'll definitely pass on all of them. Well, it'll save some money for the next series  :D.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Mar 08, 2015, 01:09:34 PM
You don't have to play the game or like the movie to appreciate an alien.
The triple jointed, giger re-design alien in isolation looks amazing.
And while colonial marines wasent the best game, the alien designs were good. Especially the spitter. I have the play arts spitter and its phenomenal. The articulation and detail is stunning.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 08, 2015, 04:34:05 PM
If we get an Amanda figure, you can thank me for that - I campaigned pretty hard for NECA to make one, including getting the mo-cap actress (Kezia Burrows) involved. Prior to me harassing the shit out of them about doing an Amanda Ripley figure, their answer when asked if they'd make one was "eh, not planning to, no interest, too many other projects".
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SizzyBubbles on Mar 08, 2015, 07:29:47 PM
Quote from: RidgeTop on Mar 06, 2015, 07:37:06 PM
Alien Isolation figures coming. Looks like they're preparing for an AVPR warrior re-release as well.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B_b_UZUU0AAlHgK.jpg

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/573926815292604416

I was quite surprised when i found out they were doing Stompy the Alien. Pleasantly surprised! I really can't wait to own this one, i LOVE Giger aliens with dino-legs :3
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Mar 08, 2015, 09:18:21 PM
Quote from: elemental-of-all on Mar 08, 2015, 01:09:34 PM
You don't have to play the game or like the movie to appreciate an alien.
The triple jointed, giger re-design alien in isolation looks amazing.
And while colonial marines wasent the best game, the alien designs were good.
I get your point, but as a matter of fact it's not only that I didn't enjoy the movies / play the game, my argument wasn't fully explained.
I can't dig the Isolation big chap leg design, nor to mention any new xeno type that came out of Resurrection / AvP / AvPr / Colonial Marines. I checked them out many times on the web, with every kind of figure available... maybe I'm not open-minded, but it's a no-buy for me. I'm not disappointed with NECA though, I'm sure a lot of people want them bad !
Regarding NECA stuff, I'll stick only to the 1-2-3 movies xenos and some of the human characters ;).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Morgoth on Mar 11, 2015, 01:52:48 AM
Just pre-ordered the 1:4 scale big chap figure. Also I am getting the dog alien in the mail tomorrow.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SizzyBubbles on Mar 11, 2015, 06:24:58 AM
Give me some Res aliens... gimmie them digigrade legs!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 11, 2015, 09:29:07 AM
Still waiting for mine to come in.  :-\
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Son Of Kane on Mar 11, 2015, 11:20:24 AM
Quote from: Vark_ on Mar 08, 2015, 10:13:20 AM
Quote from: RidgeTop on Mar 06, 2015, 07:37:06 PM
Alien Isolation figures coming. Looks like they're preparing for an AVPR warrior re-release as well.
Too bad, since I'm not a game player nor a fan of AvP, I'll definitely pass on all of them. Well, it'll save some money for the next series  :D.

You're missing out on the best Alien experience since Aliens mate.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Mar 11, 2015, 08:23:47 PM
I know what I'm missing, I've watched all the trailers and reviews and it looks stunning, but I'm not into video games, never played any. Besides, my computer is slow as a slug :P.
If I had someone to watch playing, why not, I've done it sometimes.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Mar 14, 2015, 05:49:57 AM
today(friday)
left at my front door today when i can home from work
from the FEDEX man

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP3130146_zpsf7cbj0zq.jpg&hash=088a12f501033ac23ee12a1850237c05230f5b46) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P3130146_zpsf7cbj0zq.jpg.html)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP3130149_zps6pkd7heh.jpg&hash=f0110c7984ed0bc925ca840fc696c45ce880c1d7) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P3130149_zps6pkd7heh.jpg.html)

had one already, but NECA's RUNNER is so cool... i needed more
to form a pack to guard the QUEEN
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Mar 14, 2015, 03:15:34 PM
First look at an Alien Isolation character :
(https://scontent-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/11053429_892520200810366_5783358609054792737_n.jpg?oh=303e75afdb18d845d0ee41d6f3fe4b84&oe=55793054)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Mar 14, 2015, 03:23:20 PM
I wasn't aware they were doing it.  Awesome!!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 14, 2015, 04:06:45 PM
eh, isolation doesn't appeal to me figure wise for anything other than the Alien.'
I still think Neca should get the AVP 2010 license. Plenty of marines, aliens, and predator designs that you could get from that game.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Son Of Kane on Mar 14, 2015, 05:33:02 PM
I'd like a few working Joes and a few Aliens and Amanda.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 14, 2015, 11:48:14 PM
Why don't you ask NECA about their licensing protocols?

Can't freaking wait for the A:I stuff... I sincerely hope we can get some Joes and even some of the other characters would be sweet too. Either way, I'm so glad they decided to pursue the line.

Quote from: LAWNMOWERMAN on Mar 14, 2015, 05:49:57 AM
today(friday)
left at my front door today when i can home from work
from the FEDEX man

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP3130146_zpsf7cbj0zq.jpg&hash=088a12f501033ac23ee12a1850237c05230f5b46) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P3130146_zpsf7cbj0zq.jpg.html)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP3130149_zps6pkd7heh.jpg&hash=f0110c7984ed0bc925ca840fc696c45ce880c1d7) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P3130149_zps6pkd7heh.jpg.html)

had one already, but NECA's RUNNER is so cool... i needed more
to form a pack to guard the QUEEN

Holy freaking crap man... I haven't even gotten my first Dog Alien yet! OMG that's a sweet box too lol.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Mar 15, 2015, 04:29:28 AM
Quote from: LAWNMOWERMAN on Mar 14, 2015, 05:49:57 AM
today(friday)
left at my front door today when i can home from work
from the FEDEX man

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP3130146_zpsf7cbj0zq.jpg&hash=088a12f501033ac23ee12a1850237c05230f5b46) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P3130146_zpsf7cbj0zq.jpg.html)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP3130149_zps6pkd7heh.jpg&hash=f0110c7984ed0bc925ca840fc696c45ce880c1d7) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P3130149_zps6pkd7heh.jpg.html)

had one already, but NECA's RUNNER is so cool... i needed more
to form a pack to guard the QUEEN

Does that one at the top have no dome?  It kind of reminds me of the Acid Alien figure:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.16bit.com%2Ffotd%2Ffotd-pics%2F0359-aliens-hive-wars-warrior-predator2.jpg&hash=3b609787bb906fe27f919d0e2dc973755a6ce30a)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Mar 15, 2015, 07:50:40 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 14, 2015, 11:48:14 PM
Holy freaking crap man... I haven't even gotten my first Dog Alien yet! OMG that's a sweet box too lol.
my words exactly,
i didn't see it in stores in its first initial release
BBTS, theNECAstore and GAMESTOP are all sold out so when TRU.com posted it up again, i pounced
but don't sweat, chances are still good to get it, series 4 won't hit stores till June most likely

also heads up to anyone(stateside) that still needs a CHAP or BLUE XENO
TRU.com has series 2 posted up again for $16.99

http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=58650886&cp=&parentPage=search (http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=58650886&cp=&parentPage=search)

http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=58650766&cp=2255956.2262937.42318856&parentPage=family (http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=58650766&cp=2255956.2262937.42318856&parentPage=family)

Quote from: Born Of Cold Light on Mar 15, 2015, 04:29:28 AM
Quote from: LAWNMOWERMAN on Mar 14, 2015, 05:49:57 AM
today(friday)
left at my front door today when i can home from work
from the FEDEX man

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP3130146_zpsf7cbj0zq.jpg&hash=088a12f501033ac23ee12a1850237c05230f5b46) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P3130146_zpsf7cbj0zq.jpg.html)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP3130149_zps6pkd7heh.jpg&hash=f0110c7984ed0bc925ca840fc696c45ce880c1d7) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P3130149_zps6pkd7heh.jpg.html)

had one already, but NECA's RUNNER is so cool... i needed more
to form a pack to guard the QUEEN

Does that one at the top have no dome?  It kind of reminds me of the Acid Alien figure:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.16bit.com%2Ffotd%2Ffotd-pics%2F0359-aliens-hive-wars-warrior-predator2.jpg&hash=3b609787bb906fe27f919d0e2dc973755a6ce30a)

NECA's version has a dome it just gives off the illusion that it doesn't have one depending on the angle you take
the front starts off in a dark brown/black that fades into a smoky clear translucent then back to the dark brown
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FUTF%2FA3R_zpswziqehvs.jpg&hash=fb9c7511511a2420e64c1c19094981df8287a946) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/UTF/A3R_zpswziqehvs.jpg.html)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FUTF%2FA3D_zps0b9norvw.jpg&hash=ed1c76c074fe3e94d9a9f7d3220b8eea1871fe3a) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/UTF/A3D_zps0b9norvw.jpg.html)
the detail is on this thing is sick

here's a good review video by PIXEL DAN
at about around the 3:05 mark, DAN goes into detail about the dome
https://youtu.be/THNiZyObkxo (https://youtu.be/THNiZyObkxo)

he's also posted a review on the QUEEN for those who are interested
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4ftQx0mgYE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4ftQx0mgYE)


here's two video reviews pitting NECA's versions vs McFARLANE's versions

QUEEN
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUb3XQ4AmoM (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUb3XQ4AmoM)

DOG XENO(RUNNER)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPQ9ypAr99g (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPQ9ypAr99g)
https://youtu.be/GPQ9ypAr99g (https://youtu.be/GPQ9ypAr99g)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Mar 15, 2015, 11:10:32 AM
Quote from: Vark_ on Mar 14, 2015, 03:15:34 PM
First look at an Alien Isolation character :
(https://scontent-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/11053429_892520200810366_5783358609054792737_n.jpg?oh=303e75afdb18d845d0ee41d6f3fe4b84&oe=55793054)

The people of Neca complicate less and less the life at the moment of designing new figures. With the desires that there have the people of a figure of Weyland's commandos...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Mar 21, 2015, 10:47:12 PM
The new quarter-sacle Big Chap prototype is being painted (Tweeter).

(https://scontent-fra.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/11024736_896402453755474_1284949767438468872_n.jpg?oh=41cf97c77c7cd5c89038b1d3e5abb4a8&oe=55801D07)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Mar 21, 2015, 11:14:46 PM
Sweet mother of god
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Son Of Kane on Mar 22, 2015, 12:12:02 AM
Gorgeous.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Mar 22, 2015, 09:38:00 AM
I think so too, this one is gonna be woth it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Mar 22, 2015, 09:19:44 PM
Not bad.  Will there be a dome that can be removed and put back on?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Mar 23, 2015, 07:48:52 PM
Looks fantastic,just hope that the final product looks as great.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 27, 2015, 04:18:22 PM
(https://scontent-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/17287_795870437147817_4810692696014451456_n.jpg?oh=7250c9c0cf22f514f5564c8d02c78b1c&oe=55B2AA91)

Amanda Ripley
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Mar 28, 2015, 11:41:30 AM
It seems that this clear the figures that we will have in the Series 6, they all of Alien Isolation:
- Xenoform.
- Amanda with his normal suit.
- Amanda with spacesuit.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Mar 28, 2015, 06:19:09 PM
Sorry, but Neca is now making horrible decisions with this line, and I'm no longer interested in buying everything they make.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 28, 2015, 06:59:37 PM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Mar 28, 2015, 06:19:09 PM
Sorry, but Neca is now making horrible decisions with this line, and I'm no longer interested in buying everything they make.
What horrible decisions?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 28, 2015, 07:01:55 PM
It isn't a horrible decision, just a "drastic" departure from where the series began with the Marines and original Aliens.
I think they should have stuck with the Marines and finished them before venturing into the video games, and even then I feel like they should have done AVP10 or ACM (as bad as it was) before Isolation.

I'm not upset they chose Isolation to do, but it pushes back more of the Marines and that's disappointing
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Son Of Kane on Mar 28, 2015, 11:03:26 PM
AVP2010 & ACM aren't good enough to warrant figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Mar 29, 2015, 12:18:31 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Mar 28, 2015, 06:19:09 PM
Sorry, but Neca is now making horrible decisions with this line, and I'm no longer interested in buying everything they make.
You're over-reacting here I think. I'm not into this "Isolation" line either (like I said earlier in this thread), but there's no reason to feel this way though  ;).
None is supposed to like or buy every figure they release, if you're not pleased whith these releases you can wait for the next series, I see no harm in waiting.

Yeah, like JokersWarPig said it's quite disappointing for some folks to see they venture on the video game line before completing the movies figures, pushes back more of long-awaited figures to come, but who are we to blame NECA on this ? They release Alien franchise figures we barely expected to see one day, still it's a company that sells figures so there's a business plan here, let's not forget this !
And not to mention that NECA is a company which listens much to its customers, and no doubt they have answered to popular demand with this Isolation line. Sure I won't buy these figures, but no doubt they'll please many many fans out here, so that's fine by me.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 29, 2015, 03:23:55 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Mar 28, 2015, 07:01:55 PM
It isn't a horrible decision, just a "drastic" departure from where the series began with the Marines and original Aliens.
I think they should have stuck with the Marines and finished them before venturing into the video games, and even then I feel like they should have done AVP10 or ACM (as bad as it was) before Isolation.

I'm not upset they chose Isolation to do, but it pushes back more of the Marines and that's disappointing
To be fair we had no indication they had other Marines in the pipeline that got sidelined in favor of Isolation. Also it makes more sense to do Isolation figures sooner rather than later, as the hype/consumer familiarity with the game is only going to down over time. Movie Marine figures can come out whenever and it won't make a difference.

Quote from: Son Of Kane on Mar 28, 2015, 11:03:26 PM
AVP2010 & ACM aren't good enough to warrant figures.
Strongly disagree - both games had interesting visual designs that would make for good action figures, unrelated to the quality of the games as a whole. 'AvP Requiem' wasn't a good movie, but NECA's AvPR Warrior figure is great and is a huge improvement over the on-screen versions.

Not to mention we've already gotten good Colonial Marines figures from Hiya Toys and Play Arts Kai. Hiya Toys' 3.75"-scale (GI Joe-scale) Alien Warrior is awesome. They're working on a similarly-scaled Power Loader and I can't wait.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Mar 29, 2015, 04:39:35 AM
picked up couple more BLUES and a CHAP
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP3280187_zpsmxqq8r4g.jpg&hash=0046b83ada9716177b32cc235ba5cf554a26c2ab) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P3280187_zpsmxqq8r4g.jpg.html)

those who want to get an early jump on summer before series 5 hits
the power loader is up for pre orders

EntertainmentEarth.com has it listed for $96.99
http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=NC51416#.VReA71zXlBw (http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=NC51416#.VReA71zXlBw)
release date August 2015
free shipping(stateside) and international shipping

ToysRUs.com has it listed for $99.99, it sold out in a day but don't sweat it they'll put up another batch up
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=61592456&cp=2255956.2262937.42318856&parentPage=family (http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=61592456&cp=2255956.2262937.42318856&parentPage=family)
release date 8-26-15
free shipping

Gamestop.com has it listed for $104.99
http://www.gamestop.com/collectibles/toys/aliens-power-loader-vehicle/120674 (http://www.gamestop.com/collectibles/toys/aliens-power-loader-vehicle/120674)
release date 8-26-15
free shipping

BBTS has their pre order up for awhile listed for $104.99
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=NEC12655&mode=retail (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=NEC12655&mode=retail)
international shipping
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Mar 29, 2015, 08:04:31 AM
I think the same as you, Neca not doing things consistently. Besides the Isolation line is the same as the Series 2 and Series 4 with a few tweaks
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Mar 29, 2015, 12:55:55 PM
Quote from: Son Of Kane on Mar 28, 2015, 11:03:26 PM
AVP2010 & ACM aren't good enough to warrant figures.

While this is an subjective statement I would also have to disagree.
Sure the games could have been better, but aliens are aliens. The designs from A:CM were much different than anything we have seen previously. They took a risk, because of that risk I have an awesome Play arts Kai Xenomorph Spitter that ranks as one of my favorite figures.
In the end its either nothing or alien figures you may or may not like. Pick one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 29, 2015, 04:02:08 PM
And to be fair, the actors likeness rights are probably the most problematic things when it comes to these figures so who knows for sure that other marines were ready to go?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Mar 29, 2015, 04:51:52 PM
Right about that. NECA said there will be more USCM but not soon, so there's more rumor control than any fact.

Let's not forget these could include ACM Marines, which could compensate Aliens Marines actors' likenessesses.
I mean, everyone needs a smart gunner around here, but what if Drake or Vasquez can't be made ? Better than nothing if we get an ACM smart gunner. For instance, Sgt Windrix wasn't a bad figure at all, features some cool stuff and adds a touch of renewal.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Apr 05, 2015, 03:03:02 AM
Im surprised no one has mentioned the 1/4 scale Aliens warrior that neca just showed off.
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CBsQ5PoUsAARlfR.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Apr 06, 2015, 05:54:05 AM
these up for perorder anywhere? hoping ot get a preorder in the next month. ill be gone for two months starting in may and dont want to miss out on this
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: AgeOfStrife on Apr 06, 2015, 08:42:19 AM
That Aliens Warrior looks great. This and the new Big Chap are definitely on my buy list, shame they'll make my NECA 22" Alien look dated.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Apr 06, 2015, 03:55:50 PM
Quote from: Nazrel on Apr 06, 2015, 05:54:05 AM
these up for perorder anywhere? hoping ot get a preorder in the next month. ill be gone for two months starting in may and dont want to miss out on this
Not the warrior, but the big chap is up on alot of websites. I usually order from bbts.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sideshowcollectors.com%2Fforums%2Fattachment.php%3Fattachmentid%3D177078%26amp%3Bd%3D1428091634&hash=e086d76c8d93522e39c0a09815b3ec07b91ca6c4)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Apr 06, 2015, 07:15:52 PM
il have to wait for the warrior then
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Apr 06, 2015, 09:45:28 PM
I wonder if we'll see a 1:4 scale Hicks or Hudson, I'd for sure buy the 1:4 warrior then if I had a counter part.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 10, 2015, 05:12:04 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Apr 06, 2015, 09:45:28 PM
I wonder if we'll see a 1:4 scale Hicks or Hudson, I'd for sure buy the 1:4 warrior then if I had a counter part.
A 1/4 scale Ripley would be more impressive IMO. There are a lot of collectors, both casual and hardcore fans of Alien, that such a figure would appeal to. You've got the monster and the heroine...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Apr 10, 2015, 07:10:27 PM
Here comes Stompy ^^

(https://scontent-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/s720x720/11041043_907395839322802_4744963946043691791_n.jpg?oh=cc6ce02a0d533854e4a116ff72c55e79&oe=55A10C72)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Apr 10, 2015, 10:01:57 PM
That's dope.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Apr 11, 2015, 07:32:17 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 10, 2015, 05:12:04 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Apr 06, 2015, 09:45:28 PM
I wonder if we'll see a 1:4 scale Hicks or Hudson, I'd for sure buy the 1:4 warrior then if I had a counter part.
A 1/4 scale Ripley would be more impressive IMO. There are a lot of collectors, both casual and hardcore fans of Alien, that such a figure would appeal to. You've got the monster and the heroine...

The marines have always been more iconic to me than Ripley  (but that's just my opinion)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Apr 11, 2015, 02:45:17 PM
Big Chap's antagonist is Ripley, no matter what.
But Warrior's antagonist surely is a Colonial Marine (whichever).

Since NECA is to release both xenomorphs in that 1/4 scale, they ought to release both human characters too ;D.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Apr 11, 2015, 07:06:32 PM
I wouldn't mind if they made some figures of the early Giger creations, like the white Alien with the giant tail for a body or the one with the humanoid legs.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Apr 12, 2015, 12:57:10 PM
Seems to have been delayed departure Series 4 mid-May. I'm pretty disgusted with the continuing delays by Neca. Will be to give more time to the pre orders ...?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Apr 25, 2015, 03:57:45 PM
Wave 4 ain't to exciting anyways :P

Finally got my Dog alien yesterday. Things take so long to release in Canada.
Anyways figure is amazing, sculp, color, articulation. One of Neca's finest to date.
Didn't like spending 35 on it, but it's either that or not get it at all.
I'm so happy with the figure though, mostly due to it not just being a crumby repaint with the same body like all their other alien/pres figs are.

I suspect we will see its sculpt again though when neca tackles the kenner alien line. (Panther alien comes to mind)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Apr 25, 2015, 04:05:42 PM
The delays may have something to do with the last wave of Kenner predators that was released. They've suffered from being rubbery, popping apart at the waist and head, things like that.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: mathewjohn365 on Apr 25, 2015, 10:45:41 PM
Quote from: elemental-of-all on Apr 25, 2015, 03:57:45 PM
Wave 4 ain't to exciting anyways :P

Finally got my Dog alien yesterday. Things take so long to release in Canada.
Anyways figure is amazing, sculp, color, articulation. One of Neca's finest to date.
Didn't like spending 35 on it, but it's either that or not get it at all.
I'm so happy with the figure though, mostly due to it not just being a crumby repaint with the same body like all their other alien/pres figs are.

I suspect we will see its sculpt again though when neca tackles the kenner alien line. (Panther alien comes to mind)

Just curious as to where you are located in Canada.  Here in Ottawa, I've noticed that whenever NECA releases the packaging images it's about a month until the Toys on Fire in Ottawa get's the figures in stock.  I've had my dogs since February and I picked up the new Predator line last week.  Also not sure if you pre order but the $35 you paid seems high; however I understand how bad shipping in Canada can be.  I've found Amazon really amazing for shipping, alot of free shipping over $25; you gotta know your prices though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Apr 25, 2015, 11:42:44 PM
Amanda is on her way.
I'm not into Isolation, but according to what I've seen of the game, it looks pretty accurate.

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/11146527_914764035252649_5230086654907299434_n.jpg?oh=175d8bc34607e048e8ef52d040e312cd&oe=55DE7F04&__gda__=1436674776_48f2a62c532fde645d4c9ec920d71d66)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Apr 26, 2015, 08:27:53 AM
When you think or imagine, that will be available the Isolation figures ?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Apr 26, 2015, 01:41:28 PM
Quote from: mathewjohn365 on Apr 25, 2015, 10:45:41 PM
Quote from: elemental-of-all on Apr 25, 2015, 03:57:45 PM
Wave 4 ain't to exciting anyways :P

Finally got my Dog alien yesterday. Things take so long to release in Canada.
Anyways figure is amazing, sculp, color, articulation. One of Neca's finest to date.
Didn't like spending 35 on it, but it's either that or not get it at all.
I'm so happy with the figure though, mostly due to it not just being a crumby repaint with the same body like all their other alien/pres figs are.

I suspect we will see its sculpt again though when neca tackles the kenner alien line. (Panther alien comes to mind)

Just curious as to where you are located in Canada.  Here in Ottawa, I've noticed that whenever NECA releases the packaging images it's about a month until the Toys on Fire in Ottawa get's the figures in stock.  I've had my dogs since February and I picked up the new Predator line last week.  Also not sure if you pre order but the $35 you paid seems high; however I understand how bad shipping in Canada can be.  I've found Amazon really amazing for shipping, alot of free shipping over $25; you gotta know your prices though.

I'm in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Maybe it's the size of the city. I think there is 2 stores I can reliably pick these figures up at. I was calling them once a week in Jan/Feb (release date) to see if they had them or when they'd get them.
Then I just kinda left it until last week when my gf went to one of the places and picked it up.
So they could have gotten them a month ago, but it was still quite the delay, and this isint the first time.

And yea 35 is steep, but I guess the Canadian dollar is shit right now.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Apr 29, 2015, 06:41:56 AM
Got the queen today, along with the Dog Alien and Warrior.

I still remember back in 2006 (can't believe its been almost ten years) when I first saw the Mcfarlane Queen along with the other figures at a local toy store. I bought her on the stop, and remember thinking at the time that no way could they ever make a better toy her.

If only my 16 year old self could see the NECA version...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Apr 30, 2015, 09:09:37 AM
Quote from: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Apr 29, 2015, 06:41:56 AM
Got the queen today, along with the Dog Alien and Warrior.

I still remember back in 2006 (can't believe its been almost ten years) when I first saw the Mcfarlane Queen along with the other figures at a local toy store. I bought her on the stop, and remember thinking at the time that no way could they ever make a better toy her.

If only my 16 year old self could see the NECA version...

funny
your story reminded me... of me back in 93 when i first saw the KENNER QUEEN in TOYS R US and said the same thing
sure glad we were both proven wrong

nice pickup on the 3 XENOs
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Apr 30, 2015, 04:17:12 PM
It seems that the Series 4 returns to be late... Now they comment in twiter that by the end of May...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 01, 2015, 12:11:06 PM
I've given up waiting and ordered the Dog Alien from eBay.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 01, 2015, 09:51:47 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_IlNbsILLE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_IlNbsILLE)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on May 03, 2015, 08:41:22 AM
NECA's working on the packaging for the 6-pack.

(https://scontent-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/11018825_918762051519514_5150714854961775269_n.jpg?oh=7974aa8d030fcba1dc58dec354add486&oe=55C98F45)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on May 03, 2015, 02:38:21 PM
What is the "6 pack" an SDCC exclusive? Just eggs and huggers?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on May 04, 2015, 12:58:36 AM
Well just made my egg chamber plans go from basic to intricate.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on May 05, 2015, 07:33:13 PM
Quote from: elemental-of-all on May 03, 2015, 02:38:21 PM
What is the "6 pack" an SDCC exclusive? Just eggs and huggers?
Not likely an exclusive, it is to be part of series 5.

Quote from: Vark_ on Mar 10, 2015, 08:32:17 PM
Just in case you missed it (and I had), I found an old tweet from Randy (february 15th) saying that the eggs will also be sold separately in a Weyland Yutani 6-egg carton packaging.

3 opened
3 sealed
3 facehuggers

For approx 25$
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on May 07, 2015, 12:09:42 AM
whats going to be in series 5?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on May 07, 2015, 03:18:49 AM
I think its the eggs, Dallas, Ripley and I heard something about a torn in half Bishop but I don't remember what wave was mentioned, if any
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on May 07, 2015, 07:48:13 PM
i do need eggs and facehugger, i ope their scaled with the other figures. i would like to eventually make a hive diorama thing eventually
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on May 08, 2015, 12:38:14 AM
Quote from: Nazrel on May 07, 2015, 12:09:42 AM
whats going to be in series 5?
Quote from: JokersWarPig on May 07, 2015, 03:18:49 AM
I think its the eggs, Dallas, Ripley and I heard something about a torn in half Bishop but I don't remember what wave was mentioned, if any
series 5 will feature four
RIPLEY(ALIENS) package with M240 flamethrower M41A pulse rifle combo
BISHOP(dismembered version) packaged with 1 face hugger(bendable tail) and 1 XENO egg(scaled/open)
GENOCIDE BLACK WARRIOR(DH) single re-release
GENOCIDE RED WARRIOR(DH) single re-release

http://www.figures.com/forums/showthread.php?t=70582 (http://www.figures.com/forums/showthread.php?t=70582)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V21mUOYrOvI (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V21mUOYrOvI)
check at about the 2:25 mark

Quote from: Nazrel on May 07, 2015, 07:48:13 PM
i do need eggs and facehugger, i ope their scaled with the other figures. i would like to eventually make a hive diorama thing eventually

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FUTF%2FRIPLEY15_zpsaece5782.jpg&hash=c57bde80373b6490ae84b524bbd834d0aa28181b) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/UTF/RIPLEY15_zpsaece5782.jpg.html)
they're scaled
the set should be hitting NECA ebay store(theNECAstore) soon after, if not before series 5 hits, late summer
its still unclear if the set will be hitting mass retail or be an online exclusive like their PRED skull pack was in 2013

the POWER LOADER is also due out late summer (preorders are already up on many online retailers)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 08, 2015, 07:36:27 AM
I might get one of the Aliens. I still don't have a NECA Big Chap or Aliens warrior.

Do we have any prices for that Power-Loader?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on May 08, 2015, 09:18:38 AM
More likely the same as the queen, I've seen some preorders around 100-120$.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Darwinsgirl on May 08, 2015, 09:43:11 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 08, 2015, 07:36:27 AM
I might get one of the Aliens. I still don't have a NECA Big Chap or Aliens warrior.

Do we have any prices for that Power-Loader?

The NECA Caterpillar P-5000 Power Loader's SRP is $109.99 and the tentative release date is Aug26th.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Swank on May 10, 2015, 01:24:07 AM
Anyone know if they have any intention to bring back the kenner series of figures the way they did with the Predator figures?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on May 10, 2015, 07:37:38 AM
Ripley Series 5 blister content :)
(https://scontent-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/11225352_921633921232327_6613258903686173707_n.jpg?oh=b37da3c79347add9c4de48b0984b4a16&oe=55DC4A88)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: janenad on May 10, 2015, 09:36:06 AM
Quote from: Swank on May 10, 2015, 01:24:07 AM
Anyone know if they have any intention to bring back the kenner series of figures the way they did with the Predator figures?

Yes, they have confirmed on their Twitter that they are planning them.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FriendlyPiranha on May 10, 2015, 10:38:21 AM
If they have the blister ready it means there's no chance they'll revise Ripley's disproportionate body sculpt.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Everlasting Undead on May 10, 2015, 07:00:34 PM
QuoteIf they have the blister ready it means there's no chance they'll revise Ripley's disproportionate body sculpt.

Nah, you got it wrong. Everyone who's anyone wears trousers with the waistband pulled up past their navel.

Maybe the painted one will make it less apparent? Or maybe it's just a blister pack for the prototype?

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 10, 2015, 09:58:00 PM
Quote from: janenad on May 10, 2015, 09:36:06 AM
Quote from: Swank on May 10, 2015, 01:24:07 AM
Anyone know if they have any intention to bring back the kenner series of figures the way they did with the Predator figures?

Yes, they have confirmed on their Twitter that they are planning them.

I really can't wait for these! I can only imagine how awesome their Bull and Snake Alien will looK!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on May 11, 2015, 01:49:05 AM
I'm mostly looking forward to the idea of them doing Bull, Mantis and the Gorilla aliens
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 14, 2015, 11:33:29 AM
Mantis would be amazing!! I think it's definitely their Bull I'm most interested in seeing though.

Someone asked on Twitter when we'd get Res figures. They said maybe next year.

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/598795682519060481
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on May 16, 2015, 05:49:18 AM
First of the remake, 94 Kenner 2 pack Alien and Pred. Comes with the mini comic as well.
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/599179943944269824/photo/1

(https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/599187822696882177/yh76lhLm.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 16, 2015, 06:30:01 AM
I am so excited by this. I have the original set on my desk. I loved those figures.  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Six-String-Samurai on May 16, 2015, 09:18:25 AM
I need this, this set is just nostalgia in a box.  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on May 16, 2015, 09:28:17 AM
Yup, it's a great first step, I can't wait to see what they can do for the other figures.
Also for old times sake.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.comiccollectorlive.com%2Fcovers%2F57d%2F57d8d28b-3cbb-4e25-950b-8f49037a1cdc.jpg&hash=dcff49a9a9c4dfe5456a52da0bea2afa3ef9d1a1)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi218.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fcc110%2Fjoshatkins79%2FDSC07229.jpg&hash=da7719158f4c6cee5ee75151bcbaa64da550f0c0)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fvignette2.wikia.nocookie.net%2Falienanthology%2Fimages%2F8%2F8c%2FAliens_Kenner_line_of_toys.jpg%2Frevision%2Flatest%3Fcb%3D20120307131048&hash=926b4402da32e480ac015a1faf3afe1ed744b462)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on May 16, 2015, 02:20:29 PM
Quote from: gabgrave on May 16, 2015, 05:49:18 AM
First of the remake, 94 Kenner 2 pack Alien and Pred. Comes with the mini comic as well.
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/599179943944269824/photo/1

https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/599187822696882177/yh76lhLm.jpg
I want to be excited.... But.... I dunno. The alien is so generic. Just big chap with MAYBE a different head? A darker dome anyways.
Ill wait before I decide. Looks underwhelming. But this does signify that kenner alien line is about to start. THAT is exciting.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on May 16, 2015, 07:10:37 PM
I don't have big chap, and even though its just a repainted Renegade I do like the skin pattern. I'll pick it up.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on May 23, 2015, 01:37:53 PM
This is it : 6-pack eggs + huggers

(https://scontent-cdg2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xat1/v/t1.0-9/11329803_821002777967916_8402973964289699628_n.jpg?oh=f42a35cac0e49469cf16a828ed68f43f&oe=560DB811)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on May 23, 2015, 03:52:16 PM
Oh man, gonna need like 2, maybe even 3.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on May 24, 2015, 07:11:44 AM
i'll take dozen please
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on May 29, 2015, 01:58:09 PM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2015%2F05%2FAliens-Series-5-by-NECA-001.jpg&hash=4923f84c5eb2ac9b9623aa2ed4bf1909283a81b7)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2015%2F05%2FAliens-Series-5-by-NECA-005.jpg&hash=799344d690d2b4629b6f6ac12bc7855ea2cf566d)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2015%2F05%2FAliens-Series-5-Group-Shot.jpg&hash=9a737f62a42669c13e095c29529202d59b0df828)
More pics here: http://news.toyark.com/2015/05/28/necas-aliens-series-5-images-and-info-160626

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 29, 2015, 02:01:08 PM
Not really digging this Ripley.  :-\

I know the Genocide Alien is old but I still like it though.  :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Trooper909 on May 29, 2015, 02:07:48 PM
Something about her face is really off but I can't put my finger on it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 29, 2015, 02:10:11 PM
It just doesn't look like Weaver to me.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Trooper909 on May 29, 2015, 02:13:05 PM
Can never e certain if its the sculpt or dodgy paint work because all neca humans look off until re painted to be honest.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on May 29, 2015, 02:16:18 PM
This one looks slightly better. Still too much hair though.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2015%2F05%2FAliens-Series-5-by-NECA-002.jpg&hash=17816f69582bd99cba6feaa4a547fc88e236c5a9)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on May 29, 2015, 02:24:24 PM
NECA just posted this today:
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/604286936761655297
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on May 29, 2015, 05:39:40 PM
Series 4 is now available in the Neca store, in Ebay.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi61.tinypic.com%2F2wpt0g9.jpg&hash=89d17ada9bb239eb3ec3fddc0d9e7582c1850a9a)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on May 29, 2015, 07:05:29 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on May 29, 2015, 02:24:24 PM
NECA just posted this today:
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/604286936761655297
Defiantly picking up a couple of these! Now I'm hoping someday we can get a box of Sentry guns and Marines Smart guns, Pulse Rifles and other weapon accessories
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 01, 2015, 07:48:35 AM
Quote from: gabgrave on May 29, 2015, 02:16:18 PM
This one looks slightly better. Still too much hair though.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2015%2F05%2FAliens-Series-5-by-NECA-002.jpg&hash=17816f69582bd99cba6feaa4a547fc88e236c5a9)

Yeah - I'm seeing what you mean! Bit too curly.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Jun 01, 2015, 11:37:54 AM
Quote from: Born Of Cold Light on Jun 01, 2015, 05:44:42 AM
Quote from: LAWNMOWERMAN on May 24, 2015, 07:15:16 AM
my SEGA GEN CH arrived today

my NES RUNNER is on its way too

Can you post a pic of this?
sure no problem
my NES RUNNER arrived this past thursday

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP5280253_zpsua59kyxs.jpg&hash=f8729a85df9953caca0952c0ca4aead93b469b03) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P5280253_zpsua59kyxs.jpg.html)

on a side note for any of those "keep in the package collectors" that prefer one side vs the other
the RUNNER comes packaged 6 to a case, 3 righties and 3 lefties
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: p1nk81cd on Jun 03, 2015, 10:16:12 AM
*Sigh* Will we ever get a Resurrection NECA series- the Auriga Warriors, the Newborn, pregnant Alien Queen, the failed Ripley clones?

I WANT THOSE!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 03, 2015, 10:35:59 AM
Depends on if they think they would sell well.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: p1nk81cd on Jun 03, 2015, 11:00:06 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jun 03, 2015, 10:35:59 AM
Depends on if they think they would sell well.

They would sell, Hicks, how could they not? :)


Quote from: LAWNMOWERMAN on Jun 01, 2015, 11:37:54 AM
Quote from: Born Of Cold Light on Jun 01, 2015, 05:44:42 AM
Quote from: LAWNMOWERMAN on May 24, 2015, 07:15:16 AM
my SEGA GEN CH arrived today

my NES RUNNER is on its way too

Can you post a pic of this?
sure no problem
my NES RUNNER arrived this past thursday

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP5280253_zpsua59kyxs.jpg&hash=f8729a85df9953caca0952c0ca4aead93b469b03) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P5280253_zpsua59kyxs.jpg.html)

on a side note for any of those "keep in the package collectors" that prefer one side vs the other
the RUNNER comes packaged 6 to a case, 3 righties and 3 lefties

OH GOD, THAT IS BEAUTIFUL! :'(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jun 03, 2015, 07:52:30 PM
A bunch of beautiful pics of NECA series 4 (shipping this week)

http://necaonline.com/52370/licenses/movies/alien/closer-look-alien-series-4-action-figures/?utm_campaign=aliensS4gallery&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ADC on Jun 03, 2015, 09:14:27 PM
Why does Ripley look like Jay Leno?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Lethalp on Jun 03, 2015, 10:43:24 PM
I preordered Dallas and jumpsuit ripley, really hoping I don't receive wonky eyes are paint app errors. I typically would hunt in store but I'm assuming ripley may be hard to find.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 04, 2015, 08:24:36 AM
Quote from: ADC on Jun 03, 2015, 09:14:27 PM
Why does Ripley look like Jay Leno?

So I'm not the only one who thinks the sculpt is off? xD


Quote from: Vark_ on Jun 03, 2015, 07:52:30 PM
A bunch of beautiful pics of NECA series 4 (shipping this week)

http://necaonline.com/52370/licenses/movies/alien/closer-look-alien-series-4-action-figures/?utm_campaign=aliensS4gallery&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social

These look better!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 04, 2015, 02:15:12 PM
Quote from: The Other Mr. Runner on Jun 03, 2015, 11:00:06 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jun 03, 2015, 10:35:59 AM
Depends on if they think they would sell well.

They would sell, Hicks, how could they not? :)

I wouldn't be so sure with how much the film and the designs are disliked.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Jun 04, 2015, 04:05:34 PM
(https://scontent-mad1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/v/t1.0-9/11407133_10153349437659509_8029356893611493701_n.jpg?oh=68a1694f9b2765b56fc234ca8983b11e&oe=55FF4472)
(https://scontent-mad1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xat1/v/t1.0-9/11108664_10153349437889509_8865392173319826312_n.jpg?oh=bdd364eac026b846ef61ee0c278d9a91&oe=560543F2)
(https://scontent-mad1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xta1/v/t1.0-9/11406581_10153350754904509_7045174838567626548_n.jpg?oh=28a233e091e4c479ba32fd23a70b9b4a&oe=55E8D1B9)
(https://scontent-mad1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/v/t1.0-9/11412352_10153350754989509_6326232124985045433_n.jpg?oh=5771e37268e2d884f541328e33d30b61&oe=55F97D89)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Jun 04, 2015, 07:26:50 PM
Quote from: LAWNMOWERMAN on Jun 01, 2015, 11:37:54 AM
Quote from: Born Of Cold Light on Jun 01, 2015, 05:44:42 AM
Quote from: LAWNMOWERMAN on May 24, 2015, 07:15:16 AM
my SEGA GEN CH arrived today

my NES RUNNER is on its way too

Can you post a pic of this?
sure no problem
my NES RUNNER arrived this past thursday

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP5280253_zpsua59kyxs.jpg&hash=f8729a85df9953caca0952c0ca4aead93b469b03) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P5280253_zpsua59kyxs.jpg.html)

on a side note for any of those "keep in the package collectors" that prefer one side vs the other
the RUNNER comes packaged 6 to a case, 3 righties and 3 lefties

Wow, that's awesome.  I distinctly remember the baby blue Aliens from that game, although it was the SNES game which had the dark brown Aliens.  I would love if they made a figure for the jet black Aliens from the Genesis game.

As to the Resurrection creatures, the original action figures and some of the newer statues were amazing, so I don't see why they wouldn't sell.  The Newborn might be a bit iffy, but I think it could be popular if alot of work was put into it (maybe they could do one based on the original androgynous version).  The pregnant Queen could be awesome; maybe it could have a detachable upper jaw.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 05, 2015, 07:25:29 AM
Quote from: khas on Jun 04, 2015, 04:05:34 PM
(https://scontent-mad1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtf1/v/t1.0-9/11407133_10153349437659509_8029356893611493701_n.jpg?oh=68a1694f9b2765b56fc234ca8983b11e&oe=55FF4472)
(https://scontent-mad1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xat1/v/t1.0-9/11108664_10153349437889509_8865392173319826312_n.jpg?oh=bdd364eac026b846ef61ee0c278d9a91&oe=560543F2)

Still not digging Ripley.  :-\ Just doesn't look her Sigourney.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: worriors on Jun 05, 2015, 10:39:13 AM
anyone else think that the bishop figure looks like bill murry
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Jun 05, 2015, 01:20:56 PM
I have to agree with Corporal Hicks. The Ripley paint job really didn't do justice to the figure. Not sure if its the lighting, but the skin is too yellow, and the hair too glossy. Compared to the demo figure, it looks really wax like.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fkastorskorner.com%2Fwp%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F10%2FNYCC-NECA-118.jpg&hash=bf838957a342d8cae9fdda1abe3703dbaed53dd2)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jun 05, 2015, 07:09:32 PM
Even the prototype figure wasn't much convincing.
After seeing the first pictures of the real figure, this is getting worse... they wasted Sigourney's likeness IMO.

However, Dallas seems to be a real nice figure with a great likeness of Tom Skerritt.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Lethalp on Jun 05, 2015, 09:20:38 PM
So is the queen being re released?
I know it was released awhile ago  but now there are pre orders for a July release? This the same?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Jun 06, 2015, 03:06:03 AM
ripley in hand looks amazing.  every picture, even on her box, doesn't capture what an amazing sculpt it really is. nothing was wasted imo, I love my figure, the sculpt is very sigourney.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Morgoth on Jun 06, 2015, 05:15:32 AM
Is the 1/4 scale big chap still set for July?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Jun 09, 2015, 09:11:03 AM
Series 5 Pre Orders are up

Toys R Us street date 09/09/2015

RIPLEY
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=66379016&cp=2255956.2262937.42318856&parentPage=family

Bisected BISHOP
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=66379066&cp=2255956.2262937.42318856&parentPage=family

BLACK
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=66379056&cp=2255956.2262937.42318856&parentPage=family

RED
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=66378976&cp=2255956.2262937.42318856&parentPage=family

BBTS street date late AUGUST / early SEPTEMBER

RIPLEY
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=NEC12722&mode=retail

Series 5 Set
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=NEC12721&mode=retail

Entertainment Earth street date 09/2015

Series 5 Set
http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=NC51372AA#.VXakzGDXlBw

Game Stop
hasn't posted yet

the KENNER AVP 2 pack Pre Orders are also up
its a TRU exclusive includes reprint mimi comic too

Toys R Us street date 10/14/2015
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=66464036&cp=2255956.2262937.42318856&parentPage=family

Quote from: Lethalp on Jun 05, 2015, 09:20:38 PM
So is the queen being re released?
I know it was released awhile ago  but now there are pre orders for a July release? This the same?

not really any pre orders you see from online sellers are back orders from the same release
most of the major retail outlets are sold out but do get cases from time to time

Quote from: Morgoth on Jun 06, 2015, 05:15:32 AM
Is the 1/4 scale big chap still set for July?

early to late AUGUST more likely

then the power loader, then series 5, then the egg pack, then series 6 and the AVP KENNER pack
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Jun 10, 2015, 03:57:20 AM
So how are us canadians going to get the kenner 2-pack? Its not up on toysrus.ca...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 10, 2015, 07:35:40 AM
Any online outlets for you?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jun 10, 2015, 09:25:47 PM
I am looking forward to picking up Series 4 but they haven't arrived at my local TRU. I see what everyone is talking about regarding the pictures but I am waiting to have them in hand to really make my own opinions.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: RakaiThwei on Jun 10, 2015, 09:36:43 PM
Quote from: LAWNMOWERMAN on Jun 09, 2015, 09:11:03 AM
the KENNER AVP 2 pack Pre Orders are also up
its a TRU exclusive includes reprint mimi comic too

Toys R Us street date 10/14/2015
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=66464036&cp=2255956.2262937.42318856&parentPage=family

Are we sure that this is a comic reprint of the original 1994 Kenner comic or is this a whole new version of the original Kenner comic?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Jun 11, 2015, 01:58:46 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jun 10, 2015, 07:35:40 AM
Any online outlets for you?
Well toysrus Canada hardly ever has NECA figures online and since it is a toysrus exclusive I might be screwed sadly. :( 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Jun 11, 2015, 05:32:20 AM
Quote from: ts124 on Jun 10, 2015, 03:57:20 AM
So how are us canadians going to get the kenner 2-pack? Its not up on toysrus.ca...

theres a slim(outside) chance ToysRUS.CA might post Pre Orders up at another time/date(the "?" is when), but i wouldn't expected it

Quote from: ts124 on Jun 11, 2015, 01:58:46 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jun 10, 2015, 07:35:40 AM
Any online outlets for you?
Well toysrus Canada hardly ever has NECA figures online and since it is a toysrus exclusive I might be screwed sadly. :( 

its kinda of a hit or miss on TRU CANADA
when NECA figures have shown up online, they were posted late(even months late) after their initial release
and so lots miss out because they were completely unaware that they were available online

not ALL is lost, there is hope
they(TRU CANADA) currently have the RVT ENDOs and GORILLA Soldier 2 packs both NECA TRU exclusives online
so the chances are good for the KENNER AVP 2 pack

if nothing pans out online
you can place(put in) a request at your TRU to their NECA vendor to get you a case to your store
or even better find out the next time their vendor will be in and ask them directly
but make sure that they follow through and aren't jus dickin you around

trust me they can

Quote from: RakaiThwei on Jun 10, 2015, 09:36:43 PM
Quote from: LAWNMOWERMAN on Jun 09, 2015, 09:11:03 AM
the KENNER AVP 2 pack Pre Orders are also up
its a TRU exclusive includes reprint mimi comic too

Toys R Us street date 10/14/2015
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=66464036&cp=2255956.2262937.42318856&parentPage=family

Are we sure that this is a comic reprint of the original 1994 Kenner comic or is this a whole new version of the original Kenner comic?

well 99% sure  :laugh:

from what i have been lead to believe(read, heard RANDY say) all indications is yes
it will be a reprint of the mimi DH comic from 94

plus seeing how RANDY and COMPANY are big sticklers to detail in recreating the vintage/classic look/feel in updated form, i would find it odd if it wasn't the original 94(reprint) comic
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 11, 2015, 07:30:52 AM
Quote from: RakaiThwei on Jun 10, 2015, 09:36:43 PM
Are we sure that this is a comic reprint of the original 1994 Kenner comic or is this a whole new version of the original Kenner comic?

Not making any sense there.  :-\

I'll be really pleased if it does come with some form of comic.  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Jun 11, 2015, 01:54:45 PM
Yeah hopefully they post it online because the closest TRU to me is about 2 hours away.  :'(

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Jun 12, 2015, 08:56:35 PM
Series 4 has hit the UK....Flamethrower Ripley on her way.

The sculpt is a bit off, but I've been waiting for this figure for years. Loving this line.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jun 14, 2015, 07:44:28 PM
I've finally pre-ordered the whole series 4 (due July in France). I'm still thinking that Ripley's headsculpts are somehow disappointing on pictures, but hey, they're just pictures, sometimes you get good surprises when you've got it in hand, and way above all : the outfits she's wearing are so iconic that I couldn't pass on these for my collection.

Quote from: slaysaliens on Jun 06, 2015, 03:06:03 AM
ripley in hand looks amazing.  every picture, even on her box, doesn't capture what an amazing sculpt it really is. nothing was wasted imo, I love my figure, the sculpt is very sigourney.
I gotta thank you dude, you've convinced me ;).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Jun 18, 2015, 01:28:15 PM
Got my Jumpsuit Ripley....looks great.

Neca are going to try and get Lambert for next year.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 19, 2015, 01:41:49 PM
http://news.toyark.com/2015/06/19/full-details-and-new-images-for-neca-alien-eggs-carton-162422

Some promo images of the Eggs. Love the shopped on graphics.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jun 19, 2015, 08:33:03 PM
A full set on series 4 too with many close-ups, can't wait to get them all !
http://news.toyark.com/2015/06/12/neca-alien-series-4-toyark-photo-shoot-161830
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Jun 19, 2015, 09:49:07 PM
the Pre Orders for the XENO EGG 6 Pack are up on Entertainment Earth and BBTS now

EE > $19.99 released date early OCT 2015
http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=NC51365#.VYSKWYs-D-Y

BBTS > $22.99(marked down) release date late SEPT / early OCT 2015
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=NEC12726&mode=retail

Toys R US and GameStop have not posted Pre Orders but might latter on
NECA's ebay store(theNECAstore) won't get it until it is released
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Jun 20, 2015, 06:51:30 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi58.tinypic.com%2F1y7h2r.jpg&hash=22b975e8c5979d5bc7367e3b79e04a7e02107302)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 22, 2015, 07:21:29 AM
Kane sure does look awesome. It's one of the few I really want.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: alienscollection.com on Jul 01, 2015, 10:26:17 PM
Is there a chart or checklist of all the NECA Alien series figures?  Similar to that Predator poster they did?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 02, 2015, 08:49:39 PM
I asked NECA on Twitter and they said they're releasing one after SDCC with the new stuff on it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: alienscollection.com on Jul 03, 2015, 06:46:42 PM
(https://scontent-lax1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/t31.0-8/11709995_839837692751091_6776451913706025730_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Jul 04, 2015, 05:02:03 PM
Quote from: alienscollection.com on Jul 03, 2015, 06:46:42 PM
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Oh snap.
I really need to start grabbing up human characters, i still need Ripley and Bishop. Maybe Dallas too.

I really hope the isolation alien is a whole new sculpt and not just an original alien with triple jointed legs.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Jul 04, 2015, 07:55:25 PM
It is most definitely the old mold with new legs.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Jul 05, 2015, 12:28:23 AM
Seems like old sculpt with new waist, legs, and tail. Love it though. Really hyped for the 1/4 scale big chap though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: newbeing on Jul 05, 2015, 12:32:28 PM
I know they're doing the Alien and Amanda, but any word on the Working Joes? Would love to have a collection of the various versions of those androids.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Jul 05, 2015, 09:20:42 PM
Still need the runner, the Queen and would love me the amanda, Isolation Alien and working joes would be great indeed.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 06, 2015, 07:49:08 AM
Quote from: elemental-of-all on Jul 04, 2015, 05:02:03 PM
I really hope the isolation alien is a whole new sculpt and not just an original alien with triple jointed legs.

Only human characters that have really fussed me have been the Marines and Kane. I'm not really liked any of the other sculpts so far.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 07, 2015, 01:59:00 PM
The only trouble with getting brand new sculpts is the enormous cost involved in creating them, especially compounded by the fact that it will only be used for one figure one time. I am completely alright, even as a collector, with them creating "new" characters off of old sculpts. Honestly I want this hobby to continue... NECA has really stepped up their game in the last years. We've come a long way from the old crappy (IMHO) McFarlane figs and AvPR/"Cult Classics" NECA days.

I know people are not complaining per se, but I realize some people are asking for wine on a beer budget.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Jul 08, 2015, 03:06:52 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 07, 2015, 01:59:00 PM
The only trouble with getting brand new sculpts is the enormous cost involved in creating them, especially compounded by the fact that it will only be used for one figure one time. I am completely alright, even as a collector, with them creating "new" characters off of old sculpts. Honestly I want this hobby to continue... NECA has really stepped up their game in the last years. We've come a long way from the old crappy (IMHO) McFarlane figs and AvPR/"Cult Classics" NECA days.

I know people are not complaining per se, but I realize some people are asking for wine on a beer budget.

I'll take everything back once the Kenner aliens start coming out, they can't exactly copy parts from a Mantis Alien or Gorilla Alien easily.
As for now, as an alien fan, collecting has been slow. (which is ok) but Besides the Queen and the Runner, there hasen't been much in terms of good xeno figs.

I'd also like to add, the AVP:R alien warrior from '08 that they did was awesome. Whether you like the design or the film or not, that fig has an awesome sculpt and amazing articulation.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Jul 09, 2015, 03:49:45 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi2.wp.com%2Fwww.dreadcentral.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F07%2Famanda.jpg%3Fresize%3D640%252C853&hash=0484bd1695d44c5ad783b62af7d248ba2c25aa2d)

I love it!  She comes with the revolver too, heh.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 09, 2015, 10:23:35 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2015%2F07%2FSDCC2015-NECA-Alien-and-Predator-029.jpg&hash=e38ba23d3aec658f65c77578664d27e893445e49)

Niccceeee!!!

http://news.toyark.com/2015/07/09/sdcc-2015-neca-aliens-and-predators-164776


(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2015%2F07%2FSDCC2015-NECA-Alien-and-Predator-045.jpg&hash=d2ccc811b67aeddb50af98b6def882071e0a44f9)
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Amanda and Stompy.

Kenner inspired AvP 2 set.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2015%2F07%2FSDCC2015-NECA-Alien-and-Predator-019.jpg&hash=8bb13e147fb47d6bd4c2e521ca30f05134e52277)
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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jul 09, 2015, 04:47:36 PM
Wow! That red queen is seriously SEXY 8)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 09, 2015, 04:48:53 PM
Just checked these out over on toy ark. Gotta say, their lineup this year is superb!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Jul 09, 2015, 06:36:15 PM
Well dropping another 120 on this queen.

Is the Isolation alien that brown? Granted i never saw the guy for more than a few seconds in good light, but he seems to brown.
Still gonna get him though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Jul 09, 2015, 07:56:55 PM
Was going to pass on the Isolation Alien wave, but I do like the light brown colour scheme.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: xeno_alpha_07 on Jul 09, 2015, 08:23:00 PM
I've not been happy with Neca for quite some time now.  At the beginning their figures were quality and I was happy with them.  Over time it's as if they have gotten sloppy and cheap.  It doesn't seem to be improving even though many have complained.  I guy I know had three replacement Predator figures from Neca themselves and all three replacements suffered the same issues.  The Neca Alien figures I do have I've left them unboxed and if I do purchase anymore will stay boxed.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Jul 09, 2015, 08:39:53 PM
Quote from: xeno_alpha_07 on Jul 09, 2015, 08:23:00 PM
I've not been happy with Neca for quite some time now.  At the beginning their figures were quality and I was happy with them.  Over time it's as if they have gotten sloppy and cheap.  It doesn't seem to be improving even though many have complained.  I guy I know had three replacement Predator figures from Neca themselves and all three replacements suffered the same issues.  The Neca Alien figures I do have I've left them unboxed and if I do purchase anymore will stay boxed.
I agree for the most part, though my main gripe is with the repaints.
Honestly, i look at the queen and all i see is a repaint with a new head (only the face) and ribcage.
One part of me is pissed, other part is saying "i need this". Maybe i need more self control.

I can't wait for the Kenner alien line, they can't get lazy on those with all the different sculpts that will be involved. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Jul 09, 2015, 09:12:38 PM
I wouldn't say the brownish color scheme for Stompy is accurate to the game, but it is reminiscent of the depiction of the Alien in Calum Alexander Watt's concept art for the game:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-IwzuRL3rxZ4%2FVIsmMatyLBI%2FAAAAAAAAN2w%2FsklpW2H1GfA%2Fs1600%2Ftumblr_ngcxivTl8M1sxm4gzo6_1280.jpg&hash=953c17aac28a2586f4f1325b120bfe487292a5b5)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Jul 09, 2015, 11:43:28 PM
Quote from: xeno_alpha_07 on Jul 09, 2015, 08:23:00 PM
I've not been happy with Neca for quite some time now.  At the beginning their figures were quality and I was happy with them.  Over time it's as if they have gotten sloppy and cheap.  It doesn't seem to be improving even though many have complained.  I guy I know had three replacement Predator figures from Neca themselves and all three replacements suffered the same issues.  The Neca Alien figures I do have I've left them unboxed and if I do purchase anymore will stay boxed.
I disagree. Ever since series 1 they have been going up in quality. Its especially noticable with the queen and dog who are much more sturdy and clean than the series 1 and 2 aliens. All of the new reveals have me very excited. I cant wait for the 1/4 scale big chap and I will definitely be getting that queen.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Jul 10, 2015, 02:13:20 AM
NECA rocks, you're missing out!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Jul 10, 2015, 04:01:13 PM
The quality of late is miles better. The Dog Alien I got was perfect and so was my Queen, Kane and Ripleys.

Series 2 was definitely a bit dodgy though and I think NECA took steps with the factories to stop it happening again.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Jul 10, 2015, 05:30:40 PM


Starts around 5:45 or so.



(https://scontent-lga1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/v/t1.0-9/11695036_954654894596896_7996940370961764877_n.jpg?oh=3e3c277631f7faf9d38fa4a5865bed94&oe=565A3E2D)

These figures look absolutely spectacular! One reservation I have is the lack of a new flamethrower for jumpsuit Amanda, but perhaps that's nitpicky...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Jul 11, 2015, 02:50:11 AM
Is it me, or do the A:I Alien arms looks a short compared to the legs? It looked more proportionate in the game.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Jul 11, 2015, 03:08:59 AM
Well for one, the game model is very crouchey so that brings the arms lower.  But what you say may very well be the case anyway, considering NECA's new figure is simply Big Chap with new legs and a bladed tail.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bofc7u4IgAAS7Kj.jpg:large)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Jul 11, 2015, 01:29:17 PM
Quote from: MrSpaceJockey on Jul 11, 2015, 03:08:59 AM
Well for one, the game model is very crouchey so that brings the arms lower.  But what you say may very well be the case anyway, considering NECA's new figure is simply Big Chap with new legs and a bladed tail.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bofc7u4IgAAS7Kj.jpg:large)

Honestly I'm only getting it because A, even though it's another near repaint, its the first xeno we have from isolation and I happen to think isolation was one of the best things to happen to the franchise in a loooong time.
And B, I missed out on the brown warrior so I kinda want a brown figure in my collection that isint the runner/resurrection xeno.

Then again I'm sure they will re-release the brown/blue warriors in the 2nd version sculpt soon.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 13, 2015, 04:52:51 PM
They will be rereleasing Genocide Aliens in both colors seperately, so I doubt they will be dusting off the original 2 Aliens Xenomoprhs any time soon. Maybe once they decide to do Ultimate versions?

I don't feel like the Genocide Queen is a ripoff. Yes they're basically using the same molds but it is an Alien Queen. Besides, what other company would dig this far into the lore/EU and pull out such unique characters AND make them look awesome? McFarlane toys might have had the market years ago with some fairly impressive toys, but NECA has utterly crushed them in variety, articulation, paint and affordability.

Despite the other Alien/Predator figures on the market, NECA toys is dominating. SH Monsterarts are overpriced and too fragile. Play Arts Kai are overpriced and too limited in selection, although very articulated. Reaction are purely collectors items and not really to be opened or posed. The only brand I like as much as NECA is Revoltech but they too are too limited in selection. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jul 18, 2015, 12:34:50 PM
Little feedback on series 4 ; I recieved the whole bunch yesterday.

- Ripley jumpsuit : the headsculpt is awesome especially from profile view, they catched the slenderness and the whole silhouette of Sigourney, great likeness, flamethrower is impressive though cast in a way too soft plastic (tends to bend easily), patches are nicely painted, the figure is quite stable, BUT the lack of white paint in the eyeballs and an overpainted nostrill  RUIN the whole thing on my figure, her face looked so terrible I had to do repaint it myself, shame. Extremely disappointed on this one.

- Dallas : real nice figure, ultra stable, Skerritt's likeness is awesome, ; the colour variations on the Kane suit sculpt are cleverly made, for they don't look this similar displayed next to another.

- Ripley pressure suit : this is the series 4 figure I like the most though it was the one I wasn't truly wanting to buy, no problem with the eyes on this one, headsulpt / paint make her facial expression look exhausted which captures really well the mood at this time of the movie ; another good paint variation on the same suit sculpt (except a few things they deleted), the harpoon looks fantastic in her hands.

Overall, a series worth buying, you won't regret the sculpts, figures feel sturdy and very stable / posable ; however I hope you don't get paint issues.

A few pics :
Dallas (https://scontent-cdg2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/11709525_10155740340505251_2334737130576978109_n.jpg?oh=f0aeee2cb18ef486fa7fd42e53bf4f52&oe=561E7B14)
Ripley pressure suit (https://scontent-ams2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/11704834_10155740340650251_586292153448759987_n.jpg?oh=204b9810a8cc2ceff0a6f0000f5948b2&oe=565A52E7)
Ripley jumpsuit (https://scontent-ams2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/11703179_10155740340805251_5001875002039534578_n.jpg?oh=ce1a7aca0a03353486b959d62531e874&oe=5617F4B2)
displayed with Kane (https://scontent-ams2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/15770_10155740341175251_4206543865965476804_n.jpg?oh=97342621d0e6f69b8ebe671fa5f48728&oe=564ACB18)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Jul 27, 2015, 06:32:38 PM
They changed the colour on the lips for the 1/4 scale alien. I really like it now!
(https://scontent-sea1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xta1/v/t1.0-9/11760277_529379903880166_6649328593537018997_n.jpg?oh=4d51aac4395b9fda835e043dfcdb1275&oe=5613B050)
(https://scontent-sea1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/11752543_529379960546827_8883348025763667057_n.jpg?oh=5101f2df6ab2b7860479ef52baadc808&oe=563F9A18)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Jul 27, 2015, 08:15:28 PM
Sweet mother of god.   :o
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Jul 27, 2015, 08:38:07 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 13, 2015, 04:52:51 PMI don't feel like the Genocide Queen is a ripoff. Yes they're basically using the same molds but it is an Alien Queen. Besides, what other company would dig this far into the lore/EU and pull out such unique characters AND make them look awesome? McFarlane toys might have had the market years ago with some fairly impressive toys, but NECA has utterly crushed them in variety, articulation, paint and affordability.

The original Red Queen would have made an awesome figure:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.stack.imgur.com%2FVyJU1.jpg&hash=65e250ca29010239088c67eace348d63862c4f3a)

They should also make one of the King Alien.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Jul 27, 2015, 08:44:10 PM
Well, that is the thing they're basing the Genocide Queen off of.

Though, apparently those two "queens" are actually queen mothers, so the NECA figure is slightly off regarding that fact.

http://avp.wikia.com/wiki/Red_Queen_Mother
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Jul 27, 2015, 09:49:42 PM
I just watched the video for the figure, and I have to say, you are right in the fact that we see the face tendrils.  That being said, the 'horns' are a little too big.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 28, 2015, 07:46:22 AM
Quote from: MrSpaceJockey on Jul 27, 2015, 08:44:10 PM
Though, apparently those two "queens" are actually queen mothers, so the NECA figure is slightly off regarding that fact.

I always forget that little fact. It annoys me. xD

I know it's not a brand brand new sculpt but we do get the little tendril things so it's not a complete cash-grab. Besides, it's actually really nice. I still need to grab a Red Warrior.

Not enough shelf room.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 30, 2015, 06:35:29 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 28, 2015, 07:46:22 AM
Not enough shelf room.

Yup.  I totally get that feeling.  I know what that's like.  I have waaaay too many alien action figures in my study now.   I still want to get those Series 6 Neca 'ALIEN: Isolation' figures regardless of not having adequate room for them right now.  I gotta either cull... or re-organise. 

Well, I aint gonna cull; and I'm too lazy to re-organise.  lol...

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 11, 2015, 07:34:57 AM
Series 5 is due out this week. http://necaonline.com/53338/blog/news-and-announcements/shipping-this-week-aliens-series-5-action-figures/?utm_campaign=shipblog08102015&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social

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Quote from: windebieste on Jul 30, 2015, 06:35:29 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 28, 2015, 07:46:22 AM
Not enough shelf room.

Yup.  I totally get that feeling.  I know what that's like.  I have waaaay too many alien action figures in my study now.   I still want to get those Series 6 Neca 'ALIEN: Isolation' figures regardless of not having adequate room for them right now.  I gotta either cull... or re-organise. 

Well, I aint gonna cull; and I'm too lazy to re-organise.  lol...

-Windebieste.

Just gonna have to put up more shelves! lol
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Aug 12, 2015, 05:01:40 AM
So I went to my S/O's house and she ran out super excited and shoved a box in my face. Inside the box was the NECA Queen, I had no idea this beast was coming or that she had even planned on getting me one. If the plan wasn't already to marry her it would be now.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1113.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk505%2FJokersWarPig083%2Fiphone%25201%2520372_zpsa9ntnjvb.jpg&hash=d4e7aac917c24f39e60944e7b7734c771e49e837) (http://s1113.photobucket.com/user/JokersWarPig083/media/iphone%201%20372_zpsa9ntnjvb.jpg.html)

I have no idea where to put her right now though!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Aug 12, 2015, 06:05:20 AM
Awww, that's awesome!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Aug 12, 2015, 06:05:45 AM
The 'Queen Attack Bishop' figure should have included his lower half too surely,instead of an egg and face hugger?And what happened to the quarter scale Big Chap figure?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Rabbit2100 on Aug 24, 2015, 01:37:51 AM
BOOM

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-3YIj55idOws%2FVdpMNkVTbSI%2FAAAAAAAAfcE%2F0a7TjVLNbD8%2Fs1600%2Funtitled.png&hash=5defc4f5ca8ab30be7c516b0168b6a12d65f08c1)


NECA Queen Facehugger Figure.

Source
http://ie001.blogspot.ca/2015/08/neca-teases-queen-facehugger-figure.html
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 24, 2015, 07:30:07 AM
Looks reasonably sized too!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Aug 24, 2015, 09:49:22 AM
using the same computer as in the background. :laugh:

Wonder what figure it will be featured with?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Aug 24, 2015, 07:00:34 PM
that Alien Isolation Xeno is Bitchin! I always liked the digigrade leg design for aliens. I just hope this one will have a display stand like the runner did to help hold it up.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Rabbit2100 on Aug 25, 2015, 01:26:46 AM
Quote from: bobby brown on Aug 24, 2015, 09:49:22 AM
using the same computer as in the background. :laugh:

Wonder what figure it will be featured with?

The way the prototype looks it might be a Kenner remake? Which would be seriously awesome, i had always wanted the queen facehugger kenner figure when i was a kid.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 01, 2015, 12:09:29 AM
Just got Series 5 in the mail from http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/default.aspx and they are all really great looking in box. A couple have the paper insert shifted slightly so that's a slight downside but I hope to get a couple duplicates so that I can open which ever has the worst look "in box."

Alien Isolation figures look incredible. I loved the game so much and I really wanted NECA to do the figures and by gum they're doing them. The only thing I wanted that isn't currently scheduled is the Working Joe, which I was really surprised at. 2 versions of Amanda and Stompy... why not the jumpsuit Amanda and Stompy and Working Joe? Oh well, can't have it all. Randy has mentioned a possibility of doing the androids from the game so there's hope.

Big Chap 1/4 scale... I missed out on the original release and was tempted to purchase one on eBay for around $70. I am so glad they are remaking not only this classic figure, but the original Predator in 1/4 scale as well. Timing is kinda crappy for the budget but that's my only negative comment. :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Sep 01, 2015, 01:49:45 AM
When is the new 1/4 Big Chap due out? It's taking forever, as usual....
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Sep 01, 2015, 02:17:05 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Sep 01, 2015, 01:49:45 AM
When is the new 1/4 Big Chap due out? It's taking forever, as usual....
A couple weeks Neca said... My most anticipated release and it was supposed to come out in june.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 01, 2015, 07:46:17 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 01, 2015, 12:09:29 AM
Alien Isolation figures look incredible. I loved the game so much and I really wanted NECA to do the figures and by gum they're doing them. The only thing I wanted that isn't currently scheduled is the Working Joe, which I was really surprised at. 2 versions of Amanda and Stompy... why not the jumpsuit Amanda and Stompy and Working Joe? Oh well, can't have it all. Randy has mentioned a possibility of doing the androids from the game so there's hope.

Has he spoke specifically about the Joes? I'd love a Joe too!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 03, 2015, 12:35:53 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Sep 01, 2015, 07:46:17 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 01, 2015, 12:09:29 AM
Alien Isolation figures look incredible. I loved the game so much and I really wanted NECA to do the figures and by gum they're doing them. The only thing I wanted that isn't currently scheduled is the Working Joe, which I was really surprised at. 2 versions of Amanda and Stompy... why not the jumpsuit Amanda and Stompy and Working Joe? Oh well, can't have it all. Randy has mentioned a possibility of doing the androids from the game so there's hope.

Has he spoke specifically about the Joes? I'd love a Joe too!
Me too Hicks! Just as frustrating of a foe as the Xenomorph. Yes he did mention it a long time ago. I do believe both myself and Twitter user CobraShadowJoes asked about the possibility. His reply, and I'm paraphrasing, was "if there's enough interest" which I read as This will be a future character we do but you must make the Isolation series a massive success to show a direct interest in more figures from the game...

I will def get Series 6, one complete set and one each of Amanda and Stompy... well maybe a few a Stompy :)

Technically, Stompy is a unique design, a hybrid of Big Chap and AvP and it's marvelous IMO
Quote from: ts124 on Sep 01, 2015, 02:17:05 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Sep 01, 2015, 01:49:45 AM
When is the new 1/4 Big Chap due out? It's taking forever, as usual....
A couple weeks Neca said... My most anticipated release and it was supposed to come out in june.
Def a hugely (literally) anticipated piece for myself!!! This one is spouting better articulation as well as a more refined paint job.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 03, 2015, 07:38:22 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 03, 2015, 12:35:53 AM
I will def get Series 6, one complete set and one each of Amanda and Stompy... well maybe a few a Stompy :)

I will definitely get a Stompy too! I'm not sure how I feel about the Amanda figures though.  :-\
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Sep 03, 2015, 01:40:21 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Sep 03, 2015, 07:38:22 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 03, 2015, 12:35:53 AM
I will def get Series 6, one complete set and one each of Amanda and Stompy... well maybe a few a Stompy :)

I will definitely get a Stompy too! I'm not sure how I feel about the Amanda figures though.  :-\
What don't you like about the Amanda figures? im not sure whether I will get them either, but thats because I usually only collect the xeno's and not humans because of money and the fact that I just cant get interested in any human figures in general. Series 5 was an exception though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 03, 2015, 01:43:56 PM
Not too keen on the likeness.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Sep 03, 2015, 02:13:48 PM
Ah I see. I havent really payed too much attention to that haha. Though the aliens "likeness" is kinda bugging me haha
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Sep 07, 2015, 09:41:10 PM
Got my Aliens Ripley through the post today....brilliant figure and probably the best one of the 3.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Sep 09, 2015, 06:38:29 PM
Same here, and I must say that the likeness is absolutely awesome on this one.
Sadly, the M41 / flamethrower combo is quite hard for her to handle in a realistic posture, hence the right hand on mine pops loose quite easily. Otherwise, it's the best Ripley money can buy on this scale, there is no point argueing ! Get her, fellas !
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 09, 2015, 09:27:07 PM
Quote from: Vark_ on Sep 09, 2015, 06:38:29 PM
Same here, and I must say that the likeness is absolutely awesome on this one.
Sadly, the M41 / flamethrower combo is quite hard for her to handle in a realistic posture, hence the right hand on mine pops loose quite easily. Otherwise, it's the best Ripley money can buy on this scale, there is no point argueing ! Get her, fellas !
Just need to get one to open! Grabbed my Series 5 to keep MIB.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Sep 11, 2015, 02:51:14 AM
So we have the Red Queen, now we need the King Alien.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 11, 2015, 03:30:33 AM
Quote from: Born Of Cold Light on Sep 11, 2015, 02:51:14 AM
So we have the Red Queen, now we need the King Alien.
I honestly wonder which of the comics Randy would like to use material from. Rogue is a good story but I feel like there are others which should have priority.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Sep 11, 2015, 03:47:07 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 11, 2015, 03:30:33 AM
Quote from: Born Of Cold Light on Sep 11, 2015, 02:51:14 AM
So we have the Red Queen, now we need the King Alien.
I honestly wonder which of the comics Randy would like to use material from. Rogue is a good story but I feel like there are others which should have priority.

Which ones?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Sep 11, 2015, 04:11:55 AM
Berserker had some pretty cool USCM designs. I doubt it'll happen but since they're doing a power loader maybe they'll consider a Berserker unit based on the loaders success.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 11, 2015, 10:33:58 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Sep 11, 2015, 04:11:55 AM
Berserker had some pretty cool USCM designs. I doubt it'll happen but since they're doing a power loader maybe they'll consider a Berserker unit based on the loaders success.

Yeah, the bait armour might be nice. Same for the MAX. Personally I'd like to see NECA do some Kenner redesigns for Alien - especially the AJAX.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Sep 12, 2015, 01:44:20 AM
Gotta be honest I really don't like those lips on the new quarter-scale Big Chap. They stick out forward rather than rest against the teeth, looks strange.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Sep 12, 2015, 11:20:08 PM
Quote from: RidgeTop on Sep 12, 2015, 01:44:20 AM
Gotta be honest I really don't like those lips on the new quarter-scale Big Chap. They stick out forward rather than rest against the teeth, looks strange.
Don't like the yellow colour of the lips either.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Sep 13, 2015, 05:12:49 AM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Sep 12, 2015, 11:20:08 PM
Quote from: RidgeTop on Sep 12, 2015, 01:44:20 AM
Gotta be honest I really don't like those lips on the new quarter-scale Big Chap. They stick out forward rather than rest against the teeth, looks strange.
Don't like the yellow colour of the lips either.
They are white now
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Sep 13, 2015, 10:16:28 PM
Took a couple of pics of my series 5 Ripley. Again, really cool likeness IMO  :). I didn't noticed until recently they even painted bruises on her arms, boy I'm so glad with this figure !

(https://scontent-cdg2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/t31.0-8/12015199_10155957068165251_7257162102944794277_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 14, 2015, 01:30:50 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Sep 11, 2015, 04:11:55 AM
Berserker had some pretty cool USCM designs. I doubt it'll happen but since they're doing a power loader maybe they'll consider a Berserker unit based on the loaders success.
Quote from: Born Of Cold Light on Sep 11, 2015, 03:47:07 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 11, 2015, 03:30:33 AM
Quote from: Born Of Cold Light on Sep 11, 2015, 02:51:14 AM
So we have the Red Queen, now we need the King Alien.
I honestly wonder which of the comics Randy would like to use material from. Rogue is a good story but I feel like there are others which should have priority.

Which ones?
Berserker for starters. One of my personal favorites. I also dig the "Jockey" Alien from Apocalypse. I forget which comics feature Praetorians (such as those seen in the various video games) but I really, REALLY want to see some of those in toy form. Also, why not http://avp.wikia.com/wiki/Palatine?

I think a King Alien would be cool at some point, but I would personally like a few other figures first is all :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Rabbit2100 on Sep 25, 2015, 12:16:27 AM
Personally i think its time someone came out with a Rogue
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fstatic.comicvine.com%2Fuploads%2Foriginal%2F12%2F128172%2F2571313-934136_rogue_alien_picture_01.jpg&hash=477269e01bcb68b6fe236fd5183cc2288c06afd4)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 25, 2015, 07:26:23 AM
I wouldn't be surprised if we eventually got one. NECA seems quite open to playing with the wider sandbox.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Sep 26, 2015, 06:52:24 PM
Quote from: Rabbit2100 on Sep 25, 2015, 12:16:27 AM
Personally i think its time someone came out with a Rogue
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fstatic.comicvine.com%2Fuploads%2Foriginal%2F12%2F128172%2F2571313-934136_rogue_alien_picture_01.jpg&hash=477269e01bcb68b6fe236fd5183cc2288c06afd4)

Definitely, this is one of the best designs to come out of the comics.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 29, 2015, 09:40:23 AM
Not too sure which thread to post these in: http://news.toyark.com/2015/09/23/alien-vs-predator-mini-comic-recreated-with-photos-by-neca-176542

The mini comic from the Kenner AvP 2 pack recreated with the new NECA AvP 2 pack figures.

http://news.toyark.com/2015/08/25/toyark-first-look-alien-vs-predator-toys-r-us-exclusive-kenner-style-2-pack-by-neca-174021 A closer look at said figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Oct 02, 2015, 12:29:34 AM
LOL @ it being October, and STILL no 1/4 Neca Big Chap.............

WTF is going on?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Oct 03, 2015, 03:14:52 PM
They're talking November now ;)
A few pics on the link below :
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1000221583373560.1073741984.122743857788008&type=3

And a glimpse from Series 7 they posted on FB yesterday (2016)
(https://scontent-cdg2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/12079649_1000317123364006_6529640756493173777_n.jpg?oh=4c1e21ca33be4956ee4437432c6fc6e6&oe=56D208E8)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Oct 04, 2015, 04:37:11 PM
Im going to cry, this is beautiful  :'(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 05, 2015, 07:44:17 AM
I wonder if this means they're also going to be doing Resurrection figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The Shuriken on Oct 05, 2015, 03:55:46 PM
If ever get around to buying Ripley, I was thinking of doing s hesdswap of the Aliens Ripley, with the Alien Ripley. Always liked her hairdo in Alien more. :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Oct 05, 2015, 06:28:55 PM
Quote from: Vark_ on Oct 03, 2015, 03:14:52 PM
They're talking November now ;)
A few pics on the link below :
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1000221583373560.1073741984.122743857788008&type=3

Possibly the best Alien figure I've ever seen.  The biomechanics are amazing and they captured the mouth perfectly.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Oct 05, 2015, 06:50:02 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Oct 05, 2015, 07:44:17 AM
I wonder if this means they're also going to be doing Resurrection figures.

I would love to see them do a Newborn at some point.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Oct 06, 2015, 02:33:12 AM
A newborn.....ah not a fan haha but yeah that would be neat to see just so you have all the figures from the movie, but resurrection alien hell yeah!!

But I have always wanted to see an accessory for the queen in which you can attach an egg sack that drops eggs out....dont know if possible but hey that would be badass!!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 07, 2015, 07:48:01 AM
http://necaonline.com/53983/blog/news-and-announcements/shipping-this-week-aliens-p-5000-power-loader-deluxe-vehicle/

Costs £80  :-\
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Oct 08, 2015, 04:30:23 AM
If they're doing stuff outside the movies, maybe they could do some game figures, like the weaponized powerloader and military androids from AVP2.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: alienscollection.com on Oct 08, 2015, 04:39:11 AM
Powerloader video review:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_p4BaiiY_Io&feature=youtu.be
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 08, 2015, 07:21:02 AM
They really need to bring this and the Queen down in price.  :-\
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Oct 10, 2015, 05:02:33 PM
They do? I think they're selling pretty good at their current price.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Oct 10, 2015, 09:04:18 PM
Over-priced and no lighting feature-easy pass.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Oct 11, 2015, 01:53:04 AM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Oct 10, 2015, 09:04:18 PM
Over-priced and no lighting feature-easy pass.

I'm with you, a hundred bucks is out of the question. Ridiculous.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 11, 2015, 11:40:50 AM
Quote from: bobby brown on Oct 10, 2015, 05:02:33 PM
They do? I think they're selling pretty good at their current price.

Too expensive for my liking, I mean.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Oct 11, 2015, 05:51:39 PM
I bought the Queen and thought she was well worth it...but this is a pass for me. It's very pricey for what it is.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Six-String-Samurai on Oct 16, 2015, 12:15:42 PM
At around £80 I can justify the queen, but I think the loader should have been marketed at a £50 price point.   £100 is just too much, especially since it doesn't include a Ripley figure or working lights.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 19, 2015, 07:44:45 AM
I guess I'm spoilt as I remember paying £30 for the McFarlane one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Walls on Oct 20, 2015, 02:06:15 AM
$100 does seem pricey but compared to the Hot Toys its a bargain.  Having the Queen as well as Ripley and Bishop it will make for a nice display.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Oct 20, 2015, 02:31:56 AM
Quote from: Walls on Oct 20, 2015, 02:06:15 AM
$100 does seem pricey but compared to the Hot Toys its a bargain.  Having the Queen as well as Ripley and Bishop it will make for a nice display.

That is true, but at least with Hot Toys it's a larger scale and they generally release very very....did I say very? High quality products
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Walls on Oct 20, 2015, 08:37:23 PM
Quote from: DerelictShip on Oct 20, 2015, 02:31:56 AM
Quote from: Walls on Oct 20, 2015, 02:06:15 AM
$100 does seem pricey but compared to the Hot Toys its a bargain.  Having the Queen as well as Ripley and Bishop it will make for a nice display.

That is true, but at least with Hot Toys it's a larger scale and they generally release very very....did I say very? High quality products

I get that but have you priced the Hot Toys Power Loader? Yikes!
I think that this is still a good option for someone on a budget, and IMHO the price should fall after a while.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Oct 21, 2015, 02:43:45 AM
So which Big Chap is cooler?
I really like the original more movie-accurate version, but there's just something about the all-black one.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs24.postimg.org%2Fww1sc8kl0%2FGOPR0065.jpg&hash=257799fc5e674d4fc577f9f055dce444270e3622)



Also, Power Loader Ripley & Queen.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs18.postimg.org%2F8yje2pj4o%2FGOPR0070.jpg&hash=421cb55c7b486d7cefcc9453835afce3ed830c39)



BTW, Neca egg cartons are shipping now.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Blerbins on Oct 21, 2015, 04:09:46 AM
I don't understand how they can put lights in the portal toys but they can't do the powerloader with lights... It just doesn't make sense. I felt that the queen was worth the price just in sculpt alone but $100 for a powerloader without lights is crazy.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Nov 05, 2015, 08:53:00 AM
this is what I got in the mail today
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FPB040372_zpspa71746i.jpg&hash=d268cd8b3cf0aefdcc91f5d303ab2597d5c0f18f) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/PB040372_zpspa71746i.jpg.html)
g what could it be


(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FPB040376_zpsvz09shoi.jpg&hash=5cfe64a556067b116ec7c5a3a3d080aeaadf0510) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/PB040376_zpsvz09shoi.jpg.html)
got the loader for 42.37(cashed in my TRU rewards points)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FPB040378_zps0r8ekrux.jpg&hash=228a69262974bad167e3b94bacd6546d0f662e3e) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/PB040378_zps0r8ekrux.jpg.html)


size comparison
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FPB040380_zpscwy32imp.jpg&hash=00b28bbc87784db6f96567ef9366d457ddeb3384) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/PB040380_zpscwy32imp.jpg.html)


heres the rest of my haul for OCT
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FPB040361_zpsrxk8mg9q.jpg&hash=da7016b3a5e1ee76e385caf2c950f25b7b0782fd) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/PB040361_zpsrxk8mg9q.jpg.html)
I got the QUEEN MOTHER on pre order

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FPB040363_zpsr2c2vwc0.jpg&hash=8e119bc62a85f31710c6450d5f1fdb1aebcb4c3d) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/PB040363_zpsr2c2vwc0.jpg.html)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FPB040370_zps2boebfnx.jpg&hash=9403ecb0a7c5e2298525368caa6933b5a641dee0) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/PB040370_zps2boebfnx.jpg.html)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FPB040371_zpsvw7ebypp.jpg&hash=682789e67ae85e7ea52234c78d95e60854993e83) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/PB040371_zpsvw7ebypp.jpg.html)


picked up the HICKS vs XENO pack for 13.98
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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 05, 2015, 08:55:42 AM
That is a lot of Red Aliens!!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Nov 05, 2015, 09:24:54 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Nov 05, 2015, 08:55:42 AM
That is a lot of Red Aliens!!!

the RED QUEEN MOTHER commands me to
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 05, 2015, 09:28:47 AM
Are you planning on doing a display?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Nov 05, 2015, 09:54:43 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Nov 05, 2015, 09:28:47 AM
Are you planning on doing a display?

yep
thats the goal, right now
I don't have the "proper room" in my current home to do so

I got a shtt load of these beast, not to mention PREDS that I want to display
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 05, 2015, 10:51:47 AM
I feel your pain. I don't have a massive amount but I also have a space issue.  :-\ First world problems lol
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Nov 05, 2015, 03:58:44 PM
THAT IS AWESOME!!!! Great collection you got there, I would kill for those many aliens haha
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Nov 08, 2015, 02:52:26 AM
Indeed a great hull. You will be posting pics of your finished setup correct? ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Nov 08, 2015, 04:11:52 AM
I just picked up some neca predators and the dog alien, definitely expect some pics with my custom alien weyland yutani spaceship/corridors. probably will be posted on my thanksgiving break
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 08, 2015, 12:55:57 PM
I saw the Dog Alien going for about twice it's value at a convention. I would have thought these newer ones would stay at a reasonable price!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Nov 08, 2015, 03:34:31 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Nov 08, 2015, 12:55:57 PM
I saw the Dog Alien going for about twice it's value at a convention. I would have thought these newer ones would stay at a reasonable price!

Noo trust me, I saw that as well! I literally had to camp on ebay for 2 weeks before I found one for the right price! It came out to 21.50, and I almost picked up a second for about a dollar more. The problem is people are jacking up the prices to make a damn profit!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Nov 08, 2015, 04:43:29 PM
I just snagged a Dog Alien loose without the stand and a couple Godzilla toys I didn't own already for $25! Sometimes you do really have to camp, set up alerts and be diligent.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Nov 08, 2015, 09:13:52 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Nov 08, 2015, 04:43:29 PM
I just snagged a Dog Alien loose without the stand and a couple Godzilla toys I didn't own already for $25! Sometimes you do really have to camp, set up alerts and be diligent.

Yeah camping is key, you need to be patient. I've hauled in a ton of avp stuff over the years at half the price people demand. You might get them a little late but at least you get them in the end! Not to mention every dollar saved is a dollar of the next figure!!! :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Nov 09, 2015, 03:57:45 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Nov 08, 2015, 02:52:26 AM
Indeed a great hull. You will be posting pics of your finished setup correct? ;)
for sure ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Nov 09, 2015, 05:15:19 PM
So for my aliens I decided to try something new. I found these Halo cryo tubes from mcfarlane (I believe) and I will use them as the hyper sleep pods as seen in the film. I'll customize them to fit the look of my diorama as well as adding to the atmosphere. I suggest you all pick one up because they're not too expensive and they look so cool!!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Nov 09, 2015, 05:18:19 PM
FORBIDDEN PLANET has pre orders up for ALIENS Series 6 ISOLATION

XENO
https://forbiddenplanet.com/145528-aliens-isolation-series-6-action-figures-isolation-xenomorph/

AMANDA
https://forbiddenplanet.com/145530-aliens-isolation-series-6-action-figures-amanda-ripley-jumpsuit/

https://forbiddenplanet.com/145529-aliens-isolation-series-6-action-figures-amanda-ripley-torrens-spacesuit/

they also have RED QUEEN MOTHER pre order up
https://forbiddenplanet.com/145466-aliens-genocide-ultra-deluxe-action-figure-red-alien-queen/

they have 9 stores across the UK and ship international
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Nov 09, 2015, 06:39:11 PM
Oh nice! I saw a few stores put em up for preorder, I think toywiz.com has em up as well
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 09, 2015, 08:41:40 PM
Will definitely be picking Stompy up!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Nov 14, 2015, 09:17:05 AM
got my alien queen. and I love her, she is massive, however I am curious does she have torso articulation? mine doesn't move, is there waist articulaion or is mine just stuck?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Walls on Nov 17, 2015, 03:01:03 AM
Mine doesn't move at the waist.  ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Nov 17, 2015, 03:29:00 AM
According to pixel dan's review she does.  However, mine is stuck together w/ paint.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Walls on Nov 17, 2015, 05:22:57 AM
Double checked, took some force but yeah mine moves a LITTLE.   Be careful when forcing it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Nov 20, 2015, 12:24:30 PM
Quote from: Walls on Nov 17, 2015, 05:22:57 AM
Double checked, took some force but yeah mine moves a LITTLE.   Be careful when forcing it.

Got mine loose with hot water, now I wish it was still stuck. it's kind of a useless joint if you ask me.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Nov 20, 2015, 10:22:37 PM
Just got my first half dozen eggs! Can't wait to use them in my display.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 23, 2015, 08:33:33 AM
http://www.figures.com/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=20172&page=1

Nothing much special.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Nov 24, 2015, 05:47:17 PM
(https://scontent-mad1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/t31.0-8/11232080_702054974404_8623699683456750410_o.jpg)

(https://scontent-mad1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/t31.0-8/11049473_702054979394_5942279758208330328_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The Shuriken on Nov 24, 2015, 10:07:59 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Nov 23, 2015, 08:33:33 AM
http://www.figures.com/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=20172&page=1

Nothing much special.

Hicks, you do know those pictures are from February right? :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 25, 2015, 08:27:45 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Nov 23, 2015, 08:33:33 AM
http://www.figures.com/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=20172&page=1

Nothing much special.

I'm still not digging on NECA's Ripleys. They just don't look right to me. Not Ellen, not Amanda.  :-\

Quote from: The Shuriken on Nov 24, 2015, 10:07:59 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Nov 23, 2015, 08:33:33 AM
http://www.figures.com/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=20172&page=1

Nothing much special.

Hicks, you do know those pictures are from February right? :P

I did not. I thought the current lots of pictures were coming from NY Toy Fair. Didn't realize they were old. My appologies.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Nov 26, 2015, 03:11:13 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Nov 25, 2015, 08:27:45 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Nov 23, 2015, 08:33:33 AM
http://www.figures.com/gallery/showgallery.php?cat=20172&page=1

Nothing much special.

I'm still not digging on NECA's Ripleys. They just don't look right to me. Not Ellen, not Amanda.  :-\
I don't take you for being a perfectionist Hicks, but I would love to know what specifically is troubling your inner nerd about these figures. Facial expressions? Depth? Color shading?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 26, 2015, 03:14:21 PM
The likeness just doesn't look right to me. They don't look like Sigourney or the in-game model to my eye. I don't really know what it is.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Nov 26, 2015, 03:57:11 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Nov 26, 2015, 03:14:21 PM
The likeness just doesn't look right to me. They don't look like Sigourney or the in-game model to my eye. I don't really know what it is.
Interesting. I guess since they're toys I don't mind if the likeness isn't spot on.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Nov 27, 2015, 12:21:12 AM
Well, Corporal, I was thinking the way you do looking at the official pictures taken by NECA or in conventions, but when I finally decided to pick my Ripleys, I changed my mind when I had them before my eyes.
And everytime I look at them in display, I think to myself I was right to bypass what my inner voice was telling me. They're really spot on, and I'm not the only one to say that here : pictures can't capture the awesomeness of the likeness. Really. I tried to take pictures of mine, but they're not even close !

Can't really tell about Amanda since I didn't play the game and saw little about it on video, but as far as I can tell it appears to be a really decent figure IMO.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: alienscollection.com on Nov 27, 2015, 07:37:57 AM
Another NECA surprise:

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/669663692741615616
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 27, 2015, 08:41:38 AM
Very nice! Is that just a re-issue of their original?

Quote from: Vark_ on Nov 27, 2015, 12:21:12 AM
Well, Corporal, I was thinking the way you do looking at the official pictures taken by NECA or in conventions, but when I finally decided to pick my Ripleys, I changed my mind when I had them before my eyes.
And everytime I look at them in display, I think to myself I was right to bypass what my inner voice was telling me. They're really spot on, and I'm not the only one to say that here : pictures can't capture the awesomeness of the likeness. Really. I tried to take pictures of mine, but they're not even close !

I shall have to give them a looking at next time I'm near Forbidden Planet.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Nov 28, 2015, 12:48:00 AM
The surprise is pretty sweet I must say. Didn't think I'd see those for sale again. Now I can have lots!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Nov 28, 2015, 04:24:20 AM
NECA's Ripley, gotta see it in person to believe it.  They're awesome and dead on Sig. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Dec 02, 2015, 03:22:03 AM
Not the best quality pic, but here is my current and complete collection (until Neca releases more). Anything I don't have pictured here is because I don't want it! Waiting for the 18 inch Big Chap to arrive now.....

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs22.postimg.org%2Fdx1pl5chd%2FGOPR0110.jpg&hash=71f4dedf2b972cc8ec25747f5d9fdd6e08e979e7)

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Bishop torn in half is in there, but is not visible (he's under the movie Queen).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 02, 2015, 04:37:03 AM
This... this is just wonderful!

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2015%2F12%2FTranslucent-Big-Chap-Alien.jpg&hash=e9420d93f2227b664c308b0dd2d587eee99e196d)

Love it; but it's not the first time the alternate translucent Alien suit concept has been represented in action figure format. 

I know Super7 made a couple tribute items as part of their Kenner inspired 3 3/4" ReAction range of figures a couple of years back.  There was a smoky translucent variety that was only available to pre-order customers.  Then as part of the Deep Space Mystery Egg blind box series the same figure made a reappearance in similar material (albeit almost fully opaque and covered in silver flecks known as the Midnight Star Edition).  More importantly, there was also a third iteration of the same figure; and like the Midnight Star edition it appeared as part of the same Deep Space Mystery Egg blind box series but was cast in clear plastic.  So yeah, 3 of 'em, actually.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F40.media.tumblr.com%2Fb3178a2ee7a9e6d2d834c3140ca7d095%2Ftumblr_naezro0HYY1sz601co1_500.jpg&hash=71b4ecfc1eb14e9b6fbcbba96ecafe5e0da96dda)
The clear Super7 Alien, inspired by the old Kenner 3 3/4 " prototypes that never saw production in 1979.

Has there been any other interpretations of this thing?

Yes.  Still waiting for the 18" Big Chap.  ...and the 'ALIEN: Isolation' set, too.  That's gotta be released soon.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 02, 2015, 10:10:04 AM
Holy shit. That thing looks absolutely fantastic. I will be adding that one to the collection. No doubt.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Dec 02, 2015, 11:51:42 AM
Now that is something special. Going back to the original look. My wallet is gonna hate me
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 02, 2015, 12:34:24 PM
Would have been great if they could have included the internal skeleton(actor-inside-the-suit-look),but being only 9 inches tall,that would be difficult.Maybe 1/4 scale would have been more appropriate for this?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 02, 2015, 08:53:03 PM
Maybe place a human shaped articulated armature inside a cast of pliable clear rubber outer coating.  Mind you, you can expect the $$$ to hit 3 figures if they did that.  1/4 scale would be nice.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F4.bp.blogspot.com%2F-8eiabfS2I_g%2FUS-iK5UfDjI%2FAAAAAAAAk_I%2FOHFt8Bc936s%2Fs1600%2FLimited-Edition-Clear-Alien-Revoltech-1_1287417635.jpg&hash=23ab4a32f9ea727b9879d620244903b5abb88e10)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2010%2F10%2FLimited-Edition-Clear-Alien-Revoltech-3_1287417635.jpg&hash=70113cc8f167a5d491cbc84f5cbfc0b12a04cbfc)

I found this.  The Revoltech clear Alien is cool.  I just think the clearly visible black pins attaching the limbs at the ball and socket joints look ugly and spoil the figure.

Are there any other clear/translucent Aliens?

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 02, 2015, 09:43:28 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 02, 2015, 08:53:03 PM
Maybe place a human shaped articulated armature inside a cast of pliable clear rubber outer coating.  Mind you, you can expect the $$$ to hit 3 figures if they did that.  1/4 scale would be nice.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F4.bp.blogspot.com%2F-8eiabfS2I_g%2FUS-iK5UfDjI%2FAAAAAAAAk_I%2FOHFt8Bc936s%2Fs1600%2FLimited-Edition-Clear-Alien-Revoltech-1_1287417635.jpg&hash=23ab4a32f9ea727b9879d620244903b5abb88e10)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2010%2F10%2FLimited-Edition-Clear-Alien-Revoltech-3_1287417635.jpg&hash=70113cc8f167a5d491cbc84f5cbfc0b12a04cbfc)

I found this.  The Revoltech clear Alien is cool.  I just think the clearly visible black pins attaching the limbs at the ball and socket joints look ugly and spoil the figure.

Are there any other clear/translucent Aliens?

-Windebieste.
The black pins and ball joints should also have been made clear.The dome and skull ridges,however,look very nice.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Dec 02, 2015, 11:33:11 PM
Maybe Ridley will explore the translucent A L I E N in the upcoming sequels. I have always liked the idea and seeing the figure only furthers the interest...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 02, 2015, 11:54:43 PM
For sure.  Notwithstanding the use of CGI to achieve the effect; but material science has dramatically improved since 1979.  There's so many new techniques and synthetic composites available now to make a suit like that work without the problem of it tearing. 

Ya.  I like the idea of a translucent Alien appearing in one of the upcoming trilogy movies.  Scott clearly wants to take the series in very different directions.  Maybe this could be one of them(?). 

After all, so many other discarded concepts and ideas from the first movie found their way into 'Prometheus'.  It's not beyond possibility.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 02, 2015, 11:57:58 PM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Dec 02, 2015, 11:33:11 PM
Maybe Ridley will explore the translucent A L I E N in the upcoming sequels. I have always liked the idea and seeing the figure only furthers the interest...
I'd like to see that too.They may have been heading in that direction with the albino skin in Prometheus.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 03, 2015, 08:18:29 AM
It is one of the rumours circulating about Alien: Covenant. A creature with translucent skin.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 03, 2015, 09:30:19 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Dec 03, 2015, 08:18:29 AM
It is one of the rumours circulating about Alien: Covenant. A creature with translucent skin.
Whilst i prefer the look of Giger's intricately air-brushed suits,i'd also like to see the original concept after all these years.It's a shame he's no longer with us,his contribution to these new films might have been more involved than what it was for Prometheus.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LordCassusSnow on Dec 03, 2015, 06:38:40 PM
I think neca keeps an eye on this site. I remember seeing an image of the transluscent alien here and not too long after we get a figure of it? Coincidence?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 03, 2015, 08:19:31 PM
Quote from: LordCassusSnow on Dec 03, 2015, 06:38:40 PM
I think neca keeps an eye on this site. I remember seeing an image of the transluscent alien here and not too long after we get a figure of it? Coincidence?
It wouldn't surprise me if people involved with the making of the film's also visit.NECA,when do we get the rest of the Nostromo crew?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 03, 2015, 09:13:22 PM
Must.  Have.  Parker.  Action.  Figure.

...and Brett, too.  ...and Lambert.  ...and Ash.

GODDAMMM!  NECA!  Just DO EEETT!!!

Actually, I'm guessing the permission to use the likenesses of the actors will have to be acquired before we see any of those get released.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 03, 2015, 09:30:16 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 03, 2015, 09:13:22 PM
Must.  Have.  Parker.  Action.  Figure.

...and Brett, too.  ...and Lambert.  ...and Ash.

GODDAMMM!  NECA!  Just DO EEETT!!!

Actually, I'm guessing the permission to use the likenesses of the actors will have to be acquired before we see any of those get released.

-Windebieste.
Actors probably holding out for more $.Parker and Brett should come with interchangeable heads.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 03, 2015, 09:45:06 PM
Oh, yes please.  Interchangeable heads featuring fatal headbite wounds. 

SOLD!

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Dec 03, 2015, 11:18:50 PM
That would be incredible! Just give it time. I'm sure some of them will give in at the idea of getting lots of money, even if it's lower than some involved would like. Not to sound terribly prideful but I think the idea of an action figure of yourself would be really cool! People take pictures of themselves but how many people have action figures of themselves, let alone as a role in a famous movie you starred in?!

Sadly we might also have to wait for certain people's passing for their rights to be moved to someone who is willing to allow the production. By no means am I hoping for such a thing. I certainly hope the actors will allow for figures of their own free will.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LordCassusSnow on Dec 04, 2015, 12:43:07 AM
Unfortunately neca has stated Ian Holm wont give his likeness for toys.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 04, 2015, 08:43:59 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Dec 03, 2015, 11:18:50 PM
That would be incredible! Just give it time. I'm sure some of them will give in at the idea of getting lots of money, even if it's lower than some involved would like. Not to sound terribly prideful but I think the idea of an action figure of yourself would be really cool! People take pictures of themselves but how many people have action figures of themselves, let alone as a role in a famous movie you starred in?!

I think that must be a strange thing to experience. Don't get me wrong - I'd love it too - but it's got to be weird when you first see it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 04, 2015, 11:19:12 AM
Still waiting for the 1/4 scale ALIEN...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LordCassusSnow on Dec 04, 2015, 06:12:33 PM
Hey neca you know that new mortal kombat alien? Do it! Dont let your dreams be dreams ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Dec 04, 2015, 07:14:27 PM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Dec 04, 2015, 11:19:12 AM
Still waiting for the 1/4 scale ALIEN...


It's out. It's available on Neca's Ebay page. Mine has already shipped.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 04, 2015, 08:56:19 PM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Dec 04, 2015, 07:14:27 PM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Dec 04, 2015, 11:19:12 AM
Still waiting for the 1/4 scale ALIEN...


It's out. It's available on Neca's Ebay page. Mine has already shipped.
I know,i meant that i can't wait for mine to arrive.Thanks for the info though.


Hey NECA,if your'e reading this,how about a 1/4 scale SIL for the 20th anniversary of Species?It'll look nice alongside the 1/4 Big Chap.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Dec 05, 2015, 08:33:57 PM
I really feel like we need some more marines.  Has NECA specifically said they're done with those?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Dec 06, 2015, 01:49:05 AM
Quote from: Otter on Dec 05, 2015, 08:33:57 PM
I really feel like we need some more marines.  Has NECA specifically said they're done with those?
Nope. More to come this upcoming year no doubt with ALIENS celebrating the 30 year milestone. NECA has been quiet about it recently, with only vague details like "Big Surprises to come".
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Dec 06, 2015, 01:18:05 PM
The clear Alien figure looks great! As far as how it would have looked in the film, that looked like the actor in a transparent suit. To pull it off in the movie, I think we'd have to see the creature's inner structure. Then we're probably talking about mocap and a lot of cg effects.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The Shuriken on Dec 06, 2015, 04:45:16 PM
They most certainly can get more marines from video games. Between Colonial Marines, and AVP 2010, lots to choose from.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Dec 07, 2015, 03:23:12 AM
Quote from: XenoHunter99 on Dec 06, 2015, 01:18:05 PM
The clear Alien figure looks great! As far as how it would have looked in the film, that looked like the actor in a transparent suit. To pull it off in the movie, I think we'd have to see the creature's inner structure. Then we're probably talking about mocap and a lot of cg effects.
I love prototype stuff like this! Looks really cool. I do think Scott will try to do something like this in one of the Prometheus sequels as a throwback to all the original ideas.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LordCassusSnow on Dec 11, 2015, 05:09:11 AM
Neca should continue their prometheus line by including fire and stone. I'd love an interchangeable elden figure and an infected predator! A big fat immobile alien queen would be awesome too...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Dec 11, 2015, 08:58:34 PM
Quote from: LordCassusSnow on Dec 11, 2015, 05:09:11 AM
Neca should continue their prometheus line by including fire and stone. I'd love an interchangeable elden figure and an infected predator! A big fat immobile alien queen would be awesome too...

Ew.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 11, 2015, 10:04:53 PM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/6753998651873239057

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CV-AlhvUAAIHgAi.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CV-Ali_U8AATLkU.jpg)

So much yay.  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Dec 11, 2015, 10:33:00 PM
Well... Looks like my first ever Neca Figure may be pre-ordered when the time comes.

Spoiler
Now release the Fury prisoners as figures! Especially Dillon and Clemens. ESPECIALLY CLEMENS. :D
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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 12, 2015, 12:39:16 AM
Oh... Nice.  I guess the APE will come with a pulse rifle accessory, at the very least. 

Yeah, a Clemens figure would be a treat.  Does Mr. Dance allow his likeness to be used on such merchandise?  While we're at it, can we have a bald Ripley figure, too?  Easiest Ripley hair style sculpt ever!   How about the accessories; say, Spike (the dog, not the Creature), a facehugger and the quadrupedal 'burster? 

Actually, aside from multiple issues of the Creature itself; what has the range of figures based on 'ALIEN 3' in the past been like?

...too many questions.  Colour me interested, I guess.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Alien³ on Dec 12, 2015, 12:43:39 AM
Been hammering Neca over Twitter for years (literally) about the Weyland Commandos. They always replied with "Soon."

I'm a happy bunny.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Dec 12, 2015, 12:43:57 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Dec 11, 2015, 10:04:53 PM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/6753998651873239057

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CV-AlhvUAAIHgAi.jpg
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CV-Ali_U8AATLkU.jpg

So much yay.  ;D

YESSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 12, 2015, 01:08:25 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 12, 2015, 12:39:16 AM
Actually, aside from multiple issues of the Creature itself; what has the range of figures based on 'ALIEN 3' in the past been like?

I can't recall anyone doing anything other than the Runner!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Dec 12, 2015, 01:40:05 AM
^ When they do...
Spoiler
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs2.quickmeme.com%2Fimg%2Faf%2Faf5493f2e56c789202a68dfe98049365f1d0db0e26daee1c8f25da9da520826a.jpg&hash=6ec19cbb9244b5c4762b475d84d4d37fd004b389)
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edit: The Alien fanbase collectors NEED a Golic tied in the bed figure. 4 realz yo.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Dec 12, 2015, 01:43:04 AM
Golic*
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 12, 2015, 01:43:49 AM
Ya.  Great time to be an 'ALIEN 3' fan, if this any indication of what we can expect in upcoming 'ALIEN' Series 8 content.  It's going to be at least a year before we see these get released.  Maybe by Christmas, 2016.

Would Fox licence out such content if the movie was going to be retconned?  It's an interesting thought.

Does anyone know the release date for the Series 6 'ALIEN: Isolation' stuff?   That must be due out any time, now. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Dec 12, 2015, 02:35:16 AM
I perfectly remember NECA announced the WY commando a long time ago  8) Now if they get the likenesess of the actor who played Dillon that would be triple awesome: Nillon along with Hicks are the most badass male characters but Dillon not only faced the alien bare hands, he cheered up his mates when they lost any hope to catch the Alien with the follow speech which IMHO is one of the best but at the same time one of the most underrated speechs of the cinema history.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTBbuQmeWvM
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Dec 12, 2015, 02:39:10 AM
Quote from: MrSpaceJockey on Dec 12, 2015, 01:43:04 AM
Golic*
Yeah, I meant Golic. Had a brain freeze.

How about a Morse shaving his head figure? JK ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Dec 12, 2015, 03:10:36 AM
I wonder if their weapons will be different.  If you look closely in the movie, some of the pulse rifles are variants.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Dec 12, 2015, 12:33:31 PM
Which are the variations in pulse rifles? I never noticed ...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Dec 12, 2015, 12:51:53 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Dec 11, 2015, 10:04:53 PM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/6753998651873239057

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CV-AlhvUAAIHgAi.jpg
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CV-Ali_U8AATLkU.jpg

So much yay.  ;D

Oh sweet God, that info made my day. I was waiting like forever for those guys!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Dec 14, 2015, 03:16:42 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 12, 2015, 01:43:49 AM
Would Fox licence out such content if the movie was going to be retconned?  It's an interesting thought.

Fox is in it for the money.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Dec 15, 2015, 04:56:10 AM
hm, I'll pick up one or seven.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 15, 2015, 09:35:21 PM
Quote from: XenoHunter99 on Dec 14, 2015, 03:16:42 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 12, 2015, 01:43:49 AM
Would Fox licence out such content if the movie was going to be retconned?  It's an interesting thought.

Fox is in it for the money.

It's interesting that you say that.  Just think of the lost revenue Fox will sacrifice resulting from retconning 'ALIEN 3' and 'ALIEN: Resurrection'.  I bet Fox are thinking about it.

When those 2 movies are no longer considered a part of the series, there will be no more action figures for them.  No more Director's cuts.  No more re-issues on whatever format is around.  No more content relating to 'ALIEN 3' and 'ALIEN: Resurrection' on future Anthology releases.  Sure, they're in it for the money - but they're not killing their cash cow that easily. 

Fox won't sacrifice that 25 year old revenue stream so readily just to appease butt hurt fan boys, either.

No doubt we will see Blomkamp bring the USCM back to big screen bringing their pulse rifles with them in 'ALIEN 5'.  You can bet there will be no retcon, though.  As bad as 'ALIENS: Colonial Marines' was, it still endeavoured to fit in with established content of all 4 movies.  It can be done - it just doesn't have to be shit.

After all, Fox wants to have their cake and eat it too.   They will want to sell action figures for all 5 movies... not just 3 of them.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Dec 15, 2015, 10:32:33 PM
Then again, those sequels could be retconned as dreams or something...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Dec 16, 2015, 04:14:11 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 15, 2015, 09:35:21 PM
Quote from: XenoHunter99 on Dec 14, 2015, 03:16:42 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 12, 2015, 01:43:49 AM
Would Fox licence out such content if the movie was going to be retconned?  It's an interesting thought.

Fox is in it for the money.

It's interesting that you say that.  Just think of the lost revenue Fox will sacrifice resulting from retconning 'ALIEN 3' and 'ALIEN: Resurrection'.  I bet Fox are thinking about it.

When those 2 movies are no longer considered a part of the series, there will be no more action figures for them.  No more Director's cuts.  No more re-issues on whatever format is around.  No more content relating to 'ALIEN 3' and 'ALIEN: Resurrection' on future Anthology releases.  Sure, they're in it for the money - but they're not killing their cash cow that easily. 

Fox won't sacrifice that 25 year old revenue stream so readily just to appease butt hurt fan boys, either.

No doubt we will see Blomkamp bring the USCM back to big screen bringing their pulse rifles with them in 'ALIEN 5'.  You can bet there will be no retcon, though.  As bad as 'ALIENS: Colonial Marines' was, it still endeavoured to fit in with established content of all 4 movies.  It can be done - it just doesn't have to be shit.

After all, Fox wants to have their cake and eat it too.   They will want to sell action figures for all 5 movies... not just 3 of them.

-Windebieste.

That´s a good point and I think that´s the reason Fox delayed the pre production of Alien 5; probably they don´t wan´t do a retcon of the series, not such move could piss off those who love Alien 3 and Resurrection (includying myself)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 16, 2015, 08:26:39 AM
Not to get off point but even if they do retcon Alien 3 and Resurrection, it wont stop them being able to sell product related to them. It's not like they are actually removed from the face of the earth.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 16, 2015, 04:19:53 PM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F12%2FAliensVisualChecklist2015-590w-72dpi.jpg&hash=68482c19058cd42d661ad3a0bd03a29bfa98d99e)

http://necaonline.com/54661/licenses/movies/alien/12-days-of-downloads-day-3-new-aliens-action-figure-visual-guide/?utm_campaign=DLblogvisguidealiens2015&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Dec 17, 2015, 02:19:09 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Dec 16, 2015, 04:19:53 PM
http://necaonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/AliensVisualChecklist2015-590w-72dpi.jpg

http://necaonline.com/54661/licenses/movies/alien/12-days-of-downloads-day-3-new-aliens-action-figure-visual-guide/?utm_campaign=DLblogvisguidealiens2015&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social
Crazy to see how action figures have evolved in the past 30 years.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 17, 2015, 02:23:29 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9ZaoxDO0yU (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9ZaoxDO0yU)

Figure is available in two variations.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 18, 2015, 12:47:13 AM
Yup, I've seen the lips thing on another forum, and some issues too as seen in the video. I've even seen a missing tail spike somewhere, talking about QC...
Yet the most frequent complaints are about the softness of the leg joints and the overall stability, and it's not about weird / action poses, many say it can't even stand staight ! So be advised a 1/6 figure stand is recommended.

After hearing about all this, considering the price this fella costs here in Europe, I'd better save my money for the Cinemachines.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Flexserve on Dec 18, 2015, 03:30:49 AM
Quote from: Vark_ on Dec 18, 2015, 12:47:13 AM
Yup, I've seen the lips thing on another forum, and some issues too as seen in the video. I've even seen a missing tail spike somewhere, talking about QC...
Yet the most frequent complaints are about the softness of the leg joints and the overall stability, and it's not about weird / action poses, many say it can't even stand staight ! So be advised a 1/6 figure stand is recommended.

After hearing about all this, considering the price this fella costs here in Europe, I'd better save my money for the Cinemachines.

I got mine today and the top lips were not glued in, nor in the box. I have to return it and get another! Waited 8 months and got VERY poor QC'd figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 18, 2015, 03:54:59 AM
Mine arrived about 2 hours ago.  I don't seem to have the lips issues like others appear to be experiencing.  But yes, you will need a display stand to get the most out of the potential poses this figure is capable of.  Otherwise it will spend a lot of its time lying on its face.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi613.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt211%2Fwindebieste%2FNECA22Inch.jpg&hash=5cdef31059109e2cc966a55ea0e08e0b6ae5efef)

Other than that, it's a nice item, well detailed with a great range of articulation throughout the figure.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Dec 18, 2015, 05:31:48 AM
I have my 1/4 Big Chap now and I love it.

There are a few problems, however.

- As said in one of the review videos, it's very hard to get the alien's back spikes in properly, as you have to assemble that yourself. It really hurt my hands. I even had to lubricate one of the parts, with lip gloss which I had handy, to get it in properly.

- The inner jaw is hard to get out all the way. I seemed to have loosened mine a bit now, but at first the only way I could get it out all the way was by using my TEETH to pull it out. I basically had to make out with the figure. Good thing about it is, once you get it out, the jaw extends quite far.

- I turned the left foot too far, and it popped off. I can pop it back in easily, but now it keeps coming off if you apply too much pressure.

- The legs are hard to move, and the clicking sound they make sounds awful, like it's breaking. At first I thought I was indeed breaking it. Not the case though. But when I took it out of the box, they were extremely hard to move and I was quite confused.

- There are marks on the dome you can see from where it's glued together. They're not extremely noticeable, but they're there. One guy mentioned wanted to return his figure because of this, and other reasons, but this issue is going to affect pretty much all of them, as it always has on Neca's Big Chaps. At least my dome is sealed down properly.

Overall, the figure looks great, and the articulation is good. I don't regret buying it at all, but it's depressing to hear about the problems people are having. Neca needs to get their act together. Still, this is great improvement over the original 1/4 Big Chap they released in 2008 or whatever, which also had quality control problems.

I do NOT have problems standing mine upright as long as it's against a wall or something, which I usually do with my figures.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs27.postimg.org%2Fsgnhq4fwj%2FGOPR0133.jpg&hash=4104bbf48499fd0e0b5b5d17ab851f56dc60116c)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 18, 2015, 06:48:34 AM
I think NECA will have to deal with a lot of flak from some very irate fans on this figure.  It's not stable enough to stand up straight on its own, people are reporting issues with its lips.  That's already well documented.  Also, the whole assembling of the figure is poor as well. 

The assembly process is made a LOT easier if you dip the ends of the dorsal appendages into very hot water to soften the piece before you apply it to the figure.  But really, this assembly shouldn't be necessary at all.  NECA should have made sure the box was large enough to accommodate the complete figure in the first place.  I can safely bet that this method was employed so that an additional row of boxes would fit on a shipping pallet more than any other reason.  The truth is, no one cares about how many f**king boxes can fit on a pallet - all they care about is a complete quality product that fulfills expectations. 

Yes.  It is an improvement over the original 1/4 scale figure, but it also feels like a trade-off in some areas.  At least it (almost) stands up when removed from the box.  At least it has its legs attached.  Nonetheless,  this seems to be an item where QA spent their time down at the pub rather than doing their job.  I am not sure how you would get around the top-heavy problems of the figure not standing, but the issues with lips and assembling the thing shouldn't exist.   Instead of being an 'OK figure ...with some caveats' this could easily have been a top item.

-Windebieseste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 18, 2015, 07:08:12 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 18, 2015, 03:54:59 AM
Mine arrived about 2 hours ago.  I don't seem to have the lips issues like others appear to be experiencing.  But yes, you will need a display stand to get the most out of the potential poses this figure is capable of.  Otherwise it will spend a lot of its time lying on its face.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi613.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt211%2Fwindebieste%2FNECA22Inch.jpg&hash=5cdef31059109e2cc966a55ea0e08e0b6ae5efef)

Other than that, it's a nice item, well detailed with a great range of articulation throughout the figure.

-Windebieste.
Looks like you have the variant with the lips curled back.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 18, 2015, 10:00:56 AM
Ah, you mentioned earlier that there was 2 versions.  I was wondering what you meant.   It's the lips, is it?  Well, in that case I prefer this arrangement.  The other set of lips look like the alien is wearing a mouth guard.  The figure I have does look like it's snarling.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 18, 2015, 11:59:19 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimageshack.com%2Fa%2Fimg911%2F7348%2Ft1mMW5.jpg&hash=542e5a0d4b91d49a085b12dbb5e65c52b9df9696)

Apart from the translucent mouth guard-look,this variant also looks like it has the fangs on the end of the tongue in a clenched position.

I have the version with teeth bared and lips curled back-the same as yours.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 18, 2015, 08:55:59 PM
Ours are probably part of the same production batch - All of them in Australia might have that curled lip feature.  It will be interesting to see if everyone here who buys one here receives the curled lip variant.  If they are all part of the same batch, then they will possibly have the same level of QA as well.

Aside from some design issues that will be inherent on all samples (It's top heavy and lacks stability, some assembly required.), mine appears to be near flawless.  I'm happy with it; but the inconsistent quality reported so far is a concern.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 18, 2015, 09:42:16 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 18, 2015, 08:55:59 PM
Ours are probably part of the same production batch - All of them in Australia might have that curled lip feature.  It will be interesting to see if everyone here who buys one here receives the curled lip variant.  If they are all part of the same batch, then they will possibly have the same level of QA as well.

Aside from some design issues that will be inherent on all samples (It's top heavy and lacks stability, some assembly required.), mine appears to be near flawless.  I'm happy with it; but the inconsistent quality reported so far is a concern.

-Windebieste.
Mine is in good condition too(no issue with the lips or air bubbles with the dome)but i noticed that once removed from the box,the dome has a couple of black line marks(paint)on the middle right hand side.I tried to remove them with some warm water and a couple of drops of dish washing liquid,some of it is gone but its a slow process.Would you recommend a better method of removing paint from such a surface?The heatwave here in Australia is a blessing in disguise,i had no difficulty in attaching the dorsal spines and tubes to the figure as the heat had already softened the plastic.

At the moment i'm looking around for a display stand for this figure,any recommendations?

I noticed a small satchel packed underneath the dorsal tubes.Any idea what purpose this might serve?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 18, 2015, 10:41:42 PM
Mate finish black display stands may do the trick with this figure rather than translucent ones. You have a wide variety of them on the web. I'd choose a smooth shaped base if i were you, fits better the design of the Alien than square / angled ones IMO. Besides, some are cheap and yet worthy, no need to buy the 50$ Hot Toys stand for instance.

An example :
http://www.kghobby.com/black-metal-c-shape-stand-for-1-6-action-figure/
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 18, 2015, 10:49:06 PM
Quote from: Vark_ on Dec 18, 2015, 10:41:42 PM
Mate finish black display stands may do the trick with this figure rather than translucent ones. You have a wide variety of them on the web. I'd choose a smooth shaped base if i were you, fits better the design of the Alien than square / angled ones IMO. Besides, some are cheap and yet worthy, no need to buy the 50$ Hot Toys stand for instance.

An example :
http://www.kghobby.com/black-metal-c-shape-stand-for-1-6-action-figure/
Very stylish,should complement the figure nicely.Thanks!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 19, 2015, 07:26:57 AM
Yes. Those stands are very good.  I'd recommend it.  I actually have something very similar in use for this figure:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi613.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt211%2Fwindebieste%2FMetalDisplayStand.jpg&hash=368bbdbef6edb631f60fe6239d9f203baae6abce)

It's height adjustable at the back, too, so finding an ideal position to display the figure is easy.  I need more of these things; but for now, I've packed the new figure back into his box until I get around to buying more of these stands.  He's safer in the box.  I don't like the idea of it falling over and getting damaged.  I've had enough experience with dropping figures (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=52945.0) to want to avoid that happening again.  I don't think it would be repairable if the head came off.  lol. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 19, 2015, 08:10:43 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 19, 2015, 07:26:57 AM
Yes. Those stands are very good.  I'd recommend it.  I actually have something very similar in use for this figure:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi613.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt211%2Fwindebieste%2FMetalDisplayStand.jpg&hash=368bbdbef6edb631f60fe6239d9f203baae6abce)

It's height adjustable at the back, too, so finding an ideal position to display the figure is easy.  I need more of these things; but for now, I've packed the new figure back into his box until I get around to buying more of these stands.  He's safer in the box.  I don't like the idea of it falling over and getting damaged.  I've had enough experience with dropping figures (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=52945.0) to want to avoid that happening again.  I don't think it would be repairable if the head came off.  lol. 

-Windebieste.
The base width is only 13.8cm wide,i'm not sure that a 1/6 scale display is suitable for a 1/4 scale figure?I like that it's metal and not plastic,something larger,but the same style would be perfect.

Sorry to hear about your 35 year old figure taking a dive;that must burn.I'm paranoid about this new figure and want to do the best by him.The little f**ker set me back $200AU.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 19, 2015, 08:59:56 AM
I completely understand where your paranoia is coming from.  The stand in the photo above is 15cm diameter -  not much bigger than the one that Vark_ linked to.   I also spent around AU$200 for the NECA item and I'm happy to use that stand for the more valuable Kenner item and keep the NECA secure in a box for now.  I have no qualms about recommending a stand of that nature; and for sure, the wider diameter base is desirable and you should be able to find something more accommodating to your needs.

It's too bad I only have one of those stands.  I gotta buy more of them.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Flexserve on Dec 19, 2015, 10:43:24 PM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Dec 18, 2015, 05:31:48 AM

- As said in one of the review videos, it's very hard to get the alien's back spikes in properly, as you have to assemble that yourself. It really hurt my hands. I even had to lubricate one of the parts, with lip gloss which I had handy, to get it in properly.


FYI
Just dip the part in hot water. The plastic expands and it goes on easily. It cools and contracts and therefore stays in place. Lubricant will stay and cause the part to be loose for a very long time.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 21, 2015, 12:48:36 PM
http://www.avpgalaxy.net/website/articles/neca-14-scale-alien-figure-review/

Windi kindly sent across his review of the NECA 1/4 Scale Alien Figure which I've uploaded onto the website.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 21, 2015, 01:43:40 PM
Mine included a small packet/satchel packed under the clear plastic tray used for storing the dorsal spine and tubes,still no idea what purpose it serves?

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mrcreosote on Dec 22, 2015, 12:58:06 AM
Silica gel?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 22, 2015, 02:09:10 AM
Quote from: Mrcreosote on Dec 22, 2015, 12:58:06 AM
Silica gel?
Yeah.I think you're right.Used to combat moisture.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Dec 22, 2015, 02:38:31 AM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Dec 22, 2015, 02:09:10 AM
Quote from: Mrcreosote on Dec 22, 2015, 12:58:06 AM
Silica gel?
Yeah.I think you're right.Used to combat moisture.
Also useful for pelting your coworkers with in a bird-shot-style attack. Tiny little gel balls. They bounce. ALOT.

Hoping to find the Big Chap in stores to see it first hand. Then I'll fall in love and bring it home.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 22, 2015, 07:15:26 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Dec 22, 2015, 02:38:31 AM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Dec 22, 2015, 02:09:10 AM
Quote from: Mrcreosote on Dec 22, 2015, 12:58:06 AM
Silica gel?
Yeah.I think you're right.Used to combat moisture.
Also useful for pelting your coworkers with in a bird-shot-style attack. Tiny little gel balls. They bounce. ALOT.

Hoping to find the Big Chap in stores to see it first hand. Then I'll fall in love and bring it home.
It's a nice-looking figure-big too!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 22, 2015, 07:40:43 AM
Ya.  It's a sizable figure by any standards:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Neca_22inch_01.jpg)
"This son of a bitch is huge! I mean, it's like a man; it's... it's big!"

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 22, 2015, 08:35:18 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 22, 2015, 07:40:43 AM
Ya.  It's a sizable figure by any standards:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Neca_22inch_01.jpg)
"This son of a bitch is huge! I mean, it's like a man; it's... it's big!"

-Windebieste.
Good review and pics!I quite like the milky-coloured carapace and think it's an improvement over the previous large scale figure.The new head sculpt and paint app is also more screen-accurate IMO.
The size of the figure surprised me at first but i've gotten used to it;for $200 i want it BIG!
Your'e lucky yours looks to be in flawless or near flawless condition considering all the QC issues with this release,i,m still trying to get rid of some stray paint from the dome on mine.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 22, 2015, 08:55:12 AM
Ya.  I got a good one.  Despite this, I was very aware that other people weren't so lucky so it at least got mentioned in the review that the QC on the figure is inconsistent.  On these grounds, it had to be mentioned.  One thing I did miss out on that should have been present was any appraisal of the paint work.  I should have mentioned that it was a decent job with some fine details and highlights and the selection of colour might not suit everyone's taste but the attention to detail is overall positive.  Oh well... I never did write a perfect review.  I attribute that omission due to the uncomfortably hot weather that day.   Better luck next time.  Promise.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 22, 2015, 09:02:25 AM
You can amend it if you want. I can just upload the new text.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 25, 2015, 12:49:13 AM
The Alien Isolation figures are out at retail now, I picked up Amanda Ripley (jumpsuit) at Toys R Us today. All in all it's a cool figure and I like it quite a bit. However didn't the initial sculpts come with the door-opening tool from the game? The final figure doesn't have it. Also to nitpick further, the likeness is... passable? Amanda Ripley in the game hardly looked like Kezia Burrows, and the figure looks like her even less so. If I showed the figure to friends or whatever, even those who are familiar with Alien Isolation, it isn't going to instantly pop out at them "oh hey that's Amanda Ripley!" like NECA's Ellen Ripley figures do.

They also had the 'Alien Isolation' Alien, but I passed on it after seeing it in person. It's basically Big Chap with a new coat of paint and new feet. Not that it isn't a cool looking figure, but it's not enough of a difference from the Big Chap figure I've got to justify the price. Money and space shelf are at a premium in my house, and that's ~$20 I could spend on something else.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 25, 2015, 02:46:22 AM
Talk about cutting it fine to get them out before Christmas but it's still nice to hear that they are now available.  It will be a few weeks before they hit the deck here in Australia, I am guessing. 

I'm looking forward to getting ahold of these items.  I still think it's an odd decision to release 2 Amanda Ripley figures and no Working Joe.  That decision still amazes me.  I would have preferred a Working Joe figure over Amanda wearing a compression suit.  Neca have already released 3 characters in suits, Kane, Ripley and Dallas. 

Do we even have a Lambert figure in a compression suit..?  No, but we do have 2 Amanda Ripley figures. 

I sometimes wonder about NECA's marketing.  Maybe we will get a second run at the game and a Joe will be part of that - but I'm very sceptical that will happen.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Dec 25, 2015, 04:55:11 AM
Scouring my local TRU proved fruitless as usual. The place was a mess from Christmas shopping. Guess I'll have to order them all online lol.

QC never bothered me since 90% of my NECA figs were ideal out of the box. 2 Aliens had weak joints  that caused breaks but that worked out for battle scenes quite easily.

Lambert will happen. Give it time. But I can live with Isolation figures as that was the best thing to happen to the franchise in a long time. We will hopefully get the android figure in the near future. As soon as a teaser for #facehuggerfriday shows it....you always know a Working Joe.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Dec 25, 2015, 05:11:12 AM

my last haul of 2015
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FNECA%2FPC160428_zpsgyrhkmeo.jpg&hash=14052d02abc6c0dbe44353b247755c1346d1673c) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/NECA/PC160428_zpsgyrhkmeo.jpg.html)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FNECA%2FPC160420_zpsjjeeg3z2.jpg&hash=f22fcb49f2ed8deb06428d974ef2f21e3f0a12b4) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/NECA/PC160420_zpsjjeeg3z2.jpg.html)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FNECA%2FPC230411_zpsmv1lyl4n.jpg&hash=cd17c16ca4af2b08e3e4f902484a94c658e93ad1) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/NECA/PC230411_zpsmv1lyl4n.jpg.html)

2016 awaits......
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 25, 2015, 06:11:11 AM
Woah..!  Waaay too much deja vu for one day!

Nice pickup all the same.  ;)

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 25, 2015, 06:44:56 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 25, 2015, 02:46:22 AM
Talk about cutting it fine to get them out before Christmas but it's still nice to hear that they are now available.  It will be a few weeks before they hit the deck here in Australia, I am guessing. 

I'm looking forward to getting ahold of these items.  I still think it's an odd decision to release 2 Amanda Ripley figures and no Working Joe.  That decision still amazes me.  I would have preferred a Working Joe figure over Amanda wearing a compression suit.  Neca have already released 3 characters in suits, Kane, Ripley and Dallas. 

Do we even have a Lambert figure in a compression suit..?  No, but we do have 2 Amanda Ripley figures. 

I sometimes wonder about NECA's marketing.  Maybe we will get a second run at the game and a Joe will be part of that - but I'm very sceptical that will happen.

-Windebieste.
The only reason we got an Amanda Ripley at all is because they could get away with retooling and repainting existing figures, which saves on manufacturing costs. A Working Joe figure would be awesome, but it's unlikely because it would require an entirely new sculpt.

I wouldn't be surprised if we got a Lambert figure in spacesuit figure in the future, unless Veronica Cartwright won't sign off on the likeness.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 25, 2015, 06:56:08 AM
For sure.  I totally understand Stompy and Amanda in her compression suit are retooled sculpts from previous items.  I understand NECA take such short cuts to deliver fresh characters - it's totally acceptable.  The other Amanda figure is a new sculpt, though.  It just surprises me that NECA believe 2 Amandas will be popular.  I've already seen more than one person express interest in purchasing multiple Working Joes for dioramas and staging them as crowds if they were available.  A pair of Amandas just can't deliver that - or make any sense - in that context.

There's also the ease with which a bald plastic faced figure with a bland expression permanently fixed on its face would be as an action figure.  A plastic likeness of a Working Joe face is ideal for action figure format.  Beyond that, it's just orange overalls, hands and shoes.  It's nothing like the kind of detail that has to go into some of the other characters.  I'd even go to say it would be great for the maintenance jack to be an accessory.  It's something that would have been great with Amanda in her jump suit, but hey.  The flamethrower, backpack and motion tracker were all good choices.

Oh well.  Still looking forward to seeing mine arrive in the mail.  Probably happen sometime early in the New Year.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 25, 2015, 07:29:36 AM
The "Amanda in Jumpsuit" figure is a retooled and repainted version of 'Alien' Ripley in a jumpsuit, it's especially apparent when you have them side-by-side like they were at my local Toys R Us today.

The "problem" with making a Working Joe is no matter how much or little detail they put into the figure, it would still be an entirely new sculpt, which means all-new molds for the factory.
Don't get me wrong, I'd love to get a Working Joe figure too, but I understand why they made the three figures they did.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 25, 2015, 07:40:08 AM
Oh... I didn't realise they recycled Amanda's Ma as well.  lol. 

In that case I completely understand why we get these 3 choices then.  Aside from some accessories and limbs, no new complete sculpts were created for this set - just a few adjustments to existing sculpts.  Lengthen some legs here, add a pony tail there and give 'em each a fresh lick of paint and... Hey, Presto!  New set of figures. 

That explains everything; and I'm totally fine with that. 

Would still like to see W. Joe one day.  At least.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Dec 25, 2015, 08:24:05 AM
I completely agree with you. Neca reuses much of their molds to make the same figures over and over again. I am not convinced at all that policy. I think one of the few options we have is "bombing" Randy in his twitter account, asking for new characters.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 25, 2015, 08:47:52 PM
One day i would like to see the rest of the Nostromo crew and maybe a 1/4 scale Dog Alien.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jan 07, 2016, 10:28:13 PM
Mine arrived today. Can't wait to open it later.

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/12507158_10153229275280474_3880029041026546590_n.jpg?oh=baf2f9c2fcd228d9cce0437cde311faa&oe=57445F14)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 08, 2016, 08:11:09 AM
Oh, man. It looks so gorgeous. Between winde's review and all these pictures...I really want one. I just have nowhere to put it!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jan 08, 2016, 08:47:01 AM
So in love with it. I'll take more pics of it later but I shot these tonight.

I love that it towers over my Die Hard: Nakatomi Plaza set.

(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/12410558_10153229704365474_5661085276359259388_n.jpg?oh=ec8b36b47ec97d473f137cb2ce3d6a9f&oe=57465002)

Looks wicked in B&W too:

(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/12509694_10153229981190474_1647578038263744612_n.jpg?oh=8d2d42a49e43efb289d1275bad3071c8&oe=5744B35A)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 08, 2016, 08:55:22 AM
That is simply gorgeous.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 08, 2016, 10:10:06 AM
(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/12410558_10153229704365474_5661085276359259388_n.jpg?oh=ec8b36b47ec97d473f137cb2ce3d6a9f&oe=57465002)

Xenozilla.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 08, 2016, 08:55:45 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CYOdwAoW8AAej9s.jpg:large)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jan 08, 2016, 09:39:13 PM
Has anyone heard an official release date for the 1/4 scale Warrior from Aliens yet?

I wonder if they'll ever do a 1/4 scale Queen? Or is the deluxe Queen from last year the biggest they will go?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Jan 09, 2016, 12:27:31 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 08, 2016, 08:55:45 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CYOdwAoW8AAej9s.jpg:large)

AvP:R molds for the AvP warriors? Ugh.
C'mon Neca, I know your lazy and reuse the same shit. But you can't slap a shiny dome on the AvP:R warrior and call it a day...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Jan 09, 2016, 12:55:22 PM
Beautiful figure.The best sculpt yet of the Alien,imo.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jan 10, 2016, 03:46:01 AM
Quote from: elemental-of-all on Jan 09, 2016, 12:27:31 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 08, 2016, 08:55:45 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CYOdwAoW8AAej9s.jpg:large)

AvP:R molds for the AvP warriors? Ugh.
C'mon Neca, I know your lazy and reuse the same shit. But you can't slap a shiny dome on the AvP:R warrior and call it a day...

i thought they used the same costumes and molds, they only changed the head and neck for avp-r. and i think they were the same a alien resurection exept for the double jointed legs and the fins on the forearms.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 10, 2016, 08:01:29 AM
Yeah, AvP and AvPR used the same body molds. The difference was in the necks and head.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 11, 2016, 10:12:01 PM
The new 22 inch figure (http://news.toyark.com/2016/01/11/neca-14-scale-big-chap-alien-toyark-photo-shoot-187212) reviewed on Toyark with tons of photos.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 12, 2016, 08:24:54 AM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/686668337493966849

Quote@NECA_TOYS once you are making AVP aliens what about the alien from alien 4 ressurection? The movie is almost as bad as AVP ;)

yeah I don't know which movie is worse but you will see the Res Alien in 2017 most likely, Newborn later
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Jan 12, 2016, 05:08:41 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 12, 2016, 08:24:54 AM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/686668337493966849

Quote@NECA_TOYS once you are making AVP aliens what about the alien from alien 4 ressurection? The movie is almost as bad as AVP ;)

yeah I don't know which movie is worse but you will see the Res Alien in 2017 most likely, Newborn later

That's actually exciting. Haters gonna hate, but I love the design of both of those. Best newborn i have is kenner's '97 release.
And I'm always in the market for more brown xeno's, can't find the brown warrior for the life of me...

Wonder if they will do the tarkatan xeno from mkX.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jan 12, 2016, 09:04:42 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 12, 2016, 08:24:54 AM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/686668337493966849

Quote@NECA_TOYS once you are making AVP aliens what about the alien from alien 4 ressurection? The movie is almost as bad as AVP ;)

yeah I don't know which movie is worse but you will see the Res Alien in 2017 most likely, Newborn later

I actually wouldn't mind having a 1/4 scale Newborn.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 13, 2016, 08:11:55 AM
I'd certainly be interested to see what they do with it. Not sure I'd want to buy it myself but I'd be curious.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Jan 13, 2016, 08:16:32 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 13, 2016, 08:11:55 AM
I'd certainly be interested to see what they do with it. Not sure I'd want to buy it myself but I'd be curious.
I'd rather see a 1/4 scale Dog Alien in 2017 for the 25th anniversary.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mrcreosote on Jan 13, 2016, 10:39:35 PM
After months of badgering the wife and met with lots of " what for ya bloody anorak" I have winging its way to me from the deepest darkest heart of amazon the dog alien- stompy - the 1979 alien and a big chap, all ready to grace my man cave, now the guys how do I sneak em in the house !


That alien 3 commando made me man moist
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jan 14, 2016, 12:08:41 AM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Jan 13, 2016, 08:16:32 PM
I'd rather see a 1/4 scale Ox Alien in 2017 for the 25th anniversary.
;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jan 14, 2016, 12:14:16 AM
Quote from: Mrcreosote on Jan 13, 2016, 10:39:35 PM
After months of badgering the wife and met with lots of " what for ya bloody anorak" I have winging its way to me from the deepest darkest heart of amazon the dog alien- stompy - the 1979 alien and a big chap, all ready to grace my man cave, now the guys how do I sneak em in the house !
Lol that's funny. My wife is completely on board with my hobby. I sincerely hope you won't get "the look" when she finally sees them!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Jan 16, 2016, 01:23:06 AM
BOOM. Weyland Commando full reveal! :o

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jan 16, 2016, 01:32:59 AM
Quote from: bobby brown on Jan 16, 2016, 01:23:06 AM
BOOM. Weyland Commando full reveal! :o

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS
Oh snap. SICK.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 16, 2016, 05:36:43 PM
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/12509542_1052292788166439_3554119561665277659_n.jpg?oh=b6ba5d6d69c5364e506961714ab74eed&oe=5700798B)

I'm absolutely loving the looks of this thing!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The Shuriken on Jan 16, 2016, 09:32:51 PM
Good army building potential. But...I've never been a fan of the commando designs.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 16, 2016, 09:41:47 PM
I'll probably pick up one or two of them. Based on how the arms are designed though its gonna be impossible to get him to aim his weapon
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Jan 17, 2016, 05:33:52 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 16, 2016, 05:36:43 PM
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/12509542_1052292788166439_3554119561665277659_n.jpg?oh=b6ba5d6d69c5364e506961714ab74eed&oe=5700798B)

I'm absolutely loving the looks of this thing!

I really really love this!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mrcreosote on Jan 17, 2016, 02:11:59 PM
Instant nerdgasm
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Jan 18, 2016, 02:27:51 PM
Heard they were doing to Space Jockey and seat from Alien as well
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 18, 2016, 02:42:05 PM
That's for the Cinemachines line.  http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=53586.0
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Jan 18, 2016, 03:47:02 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 18, 2016, 02:42:05 PM
That's for the Cinemachines line.  http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=53586.0

Ah cool. Thanks very much :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Jan 18, 2016, 06:14:33 PM
What do you think will be the other two characters in Series 8? I bet by Lambert and bald Ripley

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 18, 2016, 08:13:13 PM
Wave 8 is all Alien 3 apparently. 9 is all Aliens. 10 is Kenner.

I think we'll definitely be in for a bald Ripley in 8. Perhaps a varient on the Runner for the last one? Or maybe a Michael Bishop?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 18, 2016, 09:04:25 PM
Yeah.  I'd say Rippers and Bishop II. For a couple of reasons.

I don't think any of the Fiorina inmates or staff really warrant an action figure, except maybe Dillon.. ...and maybe Andrews.  But as far as the pecking order goes, I'd say they're both lower on the list than Bishop and Ripley in terms of fan favorites. Then there's the issue of likenesses.  Both Weaver and Henriksen have granted theirs in the past, so it's an easy bet that they will do so again.  Why not? Signing a few contracts and getting your face immortalised on a toy fans will love sounds like a great way to generate a little extra income for not too much effort. 

Then finally, that last scene of the movie. With Bishop II accompanied by his APE guys and Ripley about to plunge into the lead. That's a diorama wanting to happen.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 18, 2016, 09:07:21 PM
I'm with you, winde. Assuming they'd actually do an all human wave, that's what I'd expect them to do for the exact reasons you said above. I can't see them doing any of the inmates.


Quotei don't think we would ever do an all human wave again, we did w Series 4. Xenos sell a lot better so balance

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/689195392144134144
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jan 18, 2016, 11:52:45 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Jan 18, 2016, 09:04:25 PM
Then finally, that last scene of the movie. With Bishop II accompanied by his APE guys and Ripley about to plunge into the lead. That's a diorama wanting to happen.

-Windebieste.
(https://media.giphy.com/media/amkxRknWsbWtG/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jan 19, 2016, 02:08:35 AM
This is promising news but I would be willing to bet that this is their opportunity for a reissue of the highly sought after Dog Alien from series 3 that sold out and now has a high after market price. Maybe it will come with the bambi burster?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 19, 2016, 08:39:04 AM
I imagine you're right. Those Dog Aliens go for a fair bit on the bay of Es now. Since they said they wont do an all human wave, they'll need to fit an Alien in there somewhere.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Jan 19, 2016, 08:01:33 PM
Could be a bambi Burster that comes with a bunch of extra goodies due to its small size, Like the Deacon figure. Or the Queen attack version of Bishop. Or maybe its just a lame repaint verision of the Adult Dog alien. "MOLTEN LEAD VERISION"
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 19, 2016, 10:40:38 PM
Would anyone be interested in a bambi-burster?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Jan 19, 2016, 11:18:20 PM
Yeah.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jan 20, 2016, 01:20:24 AM
Quote from: bobby brown on Jan 19, 2016, 08:01:33 PM
"MOLTEN LEAD VERISION"
I think you're on to something.
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 19, 2016, 10:40:38 PM
Would anyone be interested in a bambi-burster?
Yes & No. Not personally desirable but wouldn't be opposed to it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Jan 20, 2016, 03:21:13 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 19, 2016, 10:40:38 PM
Would anyone be interested in a bambi-burster?

I would. Just wonder if i'd want it with the Dog of Ox lol
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mr. Forest on Jan 20, 2016, 10:28:32 PM
I picked up the Amanda Ripley figure from the Wave 6 line with some b'day money.  Suffice to say, I want to get more figures now.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jan 21, 2016, 01:43:09 AM
Quote from: Mr. Forest on Jan 20, 2016, 10:28:32 PM
I picked up the Amanda Ripley figure from the Wave 6 line with some b'day money.  Suffice to say, I want to get more figures now.
Despite some of the issues folks have with NECA (as a company) and/or their products, I really can't recommend them enough for their variety and prices. Paint and articulation are also notable but can also be their greatest weakness.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 21, 2016, 01:45:11 PM
Randy confirmed on Twitter last night we'd be getting a bald Ripley in the Alien 3 wave. Now it's just that mystery third figure!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jan 21, 2016, 03:51:22 PM
Spoiler
Royal Facehugger :D :D :D :D
[close]

Also excellent news on shaved Ripley! Hope she gets the whole wardrobe treatment... ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 21, 2016, 03:53:56 PM
I wouldn't mind seeing her Resurrection get-up. I always liked that outfit.


NECA mentioned they'd be reissuing Chet next year. I asked if they'd thought about doing the other designs from the games or Dorman's original artwork. "eventually we might but the movies always come first " That could be pretty interesting.

Sorry if this has been mentioned already but sounds like we'll be seeing a 1/4 scale Aliens Alien for the 30th anniversary.


QuoteI know it's not #facehuggerfriday yet but it is #NationalHugDay so why not. Come to me with open arms...

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CZRyFsZW0AApCak.jpg:large)

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/690302085536059393
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jan 22, 2016, 03:18:15 AM
^ So, was I right in my spoiler?!?! ;D

The royal facehugger just looks like pure misery and evil in parasitic animal form. Horrific.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Jan 22, 2016, 03:47:38 AM
A bit overdesigned IMO. I Prefer the regular variety.I find it hard to believe they wouldn't use the "super edition" for all impregnations if there where one. Nature is not an "RTS" game with points or resources to adhere to.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 22, 2016, 08:21:25 AM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Jan 22, 2016, 03:18:15 AM
^ So, was I right in my spoiler?!?! ;D

The royal facehugger just looks like pure misery and evil in parasitic animal form. Horrific.

I think this would be an accessory rather than an over-sized addition. Does look really nice though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Jan 22, 2016, 01:36:31 PM
It looks fantastic. I really want to see it properly in a movie now
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jan 22, 2016, 02:59:51 PM
Maybe it is an accessory to an
Spoiler
EEV "vehicle" :D :D :D :D
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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The Shuriken on Jan 22, 2016, 03:37:50 PM
I asked NECA if they would ever make an "army builder" colonial marine, with no face sculpt. Just an enclosed helmet, like something on master chief. Unfortunately they said Craig Windrex is the closest they'd come to an original marine.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 22, 2016, 03:52:25 PM
And you can pick him up for barely anything these days. Which is kind of sad. That Windrex was such a great sentiment.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The Shuriken on Jan 22, 2016, 06:53:25 PM
With AVP2010 and the Colonial Marines game, I'm sure we'll be swimming in marines soon enough. Just thought it'd be cool to have a regular no name grunt for my Predators to beat up. :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 22, 2016, 07:46:12 PM
http://news.toyark.com/2016/01/22/toyarks-500th-photo-shoot-1st-look-neca-alien-series-7-188766

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F01%2FAlien-Series-7-NECA-082.jpg&hash=fc59f177359ba078ee28bd943dca0347a991fb69)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F01%2FAlien-Series-7-NECA-124.jpg&hash=8b59efb0704aaaa50f18d326d8ac4c258fd29587)

These look so nice.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: sir_bobos on Jan 22, 2016, 09:23:16 PM
I like how they have to put strong joints as a pro. I want that transparent Big Chap and probably Grid.

As for Windrex, I like the figure. If we don't get Apone or Frost this is the one for long sleeves. He will be in my army as a new face and flame unit.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 22, 2016, 09:43:22 PM
This...

This is wild!

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F01%2FAlien-Series-7-NECA-071.jpg&hash=dbb712623e38692bb077415be7a3c5df568fb07b)

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Jan 23, 2016, 01:08:38 AM
(https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/12592564_1056041704458214_8211184361839805316_n.jpg?oh=e4149f8bdc80229569be7c214b0bb47c&oe=5733FBC3)

Here we go!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 23, 2016, 01:40:37 PM
Quote from: sir_bobos on Jan 22, 2016, 09:23:16 PM
I want that transparent Big Chap and probably Grid.

I'm feeling exactly the same! I'm hoping to go pick up Stompy next weekend too.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jan 24, 2016, 01:35:29 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 23, 2016, 01:40:37 PM
Quote from: sir_bobos on Jan 22, 2016, 09:23:16 PM
I want that transparent Big Chap and probably Grid.

I'm feeling exactly the same! I'm hoping to go pick up Stompy next weekend too.
I would have thought you picked up Stompy by now. I know you weren't thrilled with Amanda.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 24, 2016, 10:38:17 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Jan 24, 2016, 01:35:29 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 23, 2016, 01:40:37 PM
Quote from: sir_bobos on Jan 22, 2016, 09:23:16 PM
I want that transparent Big Chap and probably Grid.

I'm feeling exactly the same! I'm hoping to go pick up Stompy next weekend too.
I would have thought you picked up Stompy by now. I know you weren't thrilled with Amanda.

When I went into town to pick him up they didn't have any. I think I went too early.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jan 24, 2016, 03:33:38 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 24, 2016, 10:38:17 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Jan 24, 2016, 01:35:29 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 23, 2016, 01:40:37 PM
Quote from: sir_bobos on Jan 22, 2016, 09:23:16 PM
I want that transparent Big Chap and probably Grid.

I'm feeling exactly the same! I'm hoping to go pick up Stompy next weekend too.
I would have thought you picked up Stompy by now. I know you weren't thrilled with Amanda.

When I went into town to pick him up they didn't have any. I think I went too early.
Quite the opposite of my collecting habits. I go too late lol
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 24, 2016, 04:09:43 PM
Haha. To be fair, I don't typically go out for them. But we were talking about going into the city and I was like "Yeah, I can go get Stompy!" and they barely had anything in at all anyway.  :-\
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jan 24, 2016, 05:34:42 PM
Every time I go the biggest mall in Pittsburgh (not the best but biggest), I always see the ALIENS Queen and the red Queen in a store window. MSRP there is 119.95 each, respectively. I have to say the ALIENS version is amazing. Superior detail, down to the teeth, no pun intended ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 25, 2016, 07:21:03 PM
NECA just confirmed more Colonial Marines this year. Nothing more specific.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jan 25, 2016, 08:20:21 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 25, 2016, 07:21:03 PM
NECA just confirmed more Colonial Marines this year. Nothing more specific.

Really!? Probably for this coming SDCC we would see a sneak´n peek.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jan 25, 2016, 08:40:11 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 25, 2016, 07:21:03 PM
NECA just confirmed more Colonial Marines this year. Nothing more specific.
This news added to the promise of an A3 Ripley ? Hot damn !!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 25, 2016, 09:04:23 PM
There's Toy Fair coming up soon where it sounds like we'll be seeing the new goodies. IIRC he said we'd see the new Kenner Aliens.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The Shuriken on Jan 25, 2016, 09:40:16 PM
This is odd. We're getting more marines, but they don't have the likeness to anyone else. So...who are we getting?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jan 26, 2016, 02:01:29 AM
Quote from: The Shuriken on Jan 25, 2016, 09:40:16 PM
This is odd. We're getting more marines, but they don't have the likeness to anyone else. So...who are we getting?
Nothing has been said so it's hush hush. I hope they can keep it that way. I like surprises
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: alienscollection.com on Jan 26, 2016, 07:26:12 PM
https://www.dropbox.com/s/sux48hcnxjkv0pa/AliensVisualChecklist2015%20-%204Kx3K%20300dpi.jpg?dl=0

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Falienscollection.com%2Fnecachecklist.jpg&hash=c40ec80bc1ca9241ad700f7467f4d519f9342e73)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 26, 2016, 07:30:17 PM
I do wish NECA would sort those into series.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Jan 26, 2016, 08:20:23 PM
Received my first NECA figure today - Dallas's compression suit.  It's absolutely beautiful - actually exceeding my expectations.  It somehow manages to look even better in person than in photos I've seen of the figure.  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 26, 2016, 08:51:44 PM
(https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/10897871_820312111349563_8490095201575315448_n.jpg?oh=03330f0caf2a57be1e9a2d7a71a7a0ed&oe=57339FB2)

This is one of my favourite NECA pictures with the spacesuits.


http://necaonline.com/55039/blog/news-and-announcements/closer-look-aliens-7-scale-action-figures-series-7/?utm_campaign=alienseries7gallery&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social

They're so fluffy I could die!

I wants.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 30, 2016, 06:35:32 PM
I went to pick up Stompy today but my local Forbidden Planet didn't have it in. The Mrs ended up getting me this as an early anniversary present though.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CZ_H2AmXEAEGhAO.jpg:large)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jan 30, 2016, 07:03:06 PM
Awesome stuff Hicks. And congrats btw! :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 30, 2016, 07:05:47 PM
Thanks.  :)

Has anyone got a scan of the comic inside? I'm not opening the new figures I've been buying because of storage but would love to read the comic.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The Shuriken on Feb 03, 2016, 05:10:46 PM
So today I asked Randy if we could one day get one of these guys:http://avp.wikia.com/wiki/File:CON_WYPMC.jpg

And he said "certainly possible". Which is awesome, but which one would guys want? I csst my vote for the smart gunner version.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: BonesawT101 on Feb 03, 2016, 05:57:04 PM
Finally took the plunge and bought the new 1/4 scale 1979 starbeast from Neca! I'm very impressed. Took a few shots to show him off.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 03, 2016, 06:19:51 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CaTqbdZW0AEQu_x.jpg:large)

This arrived today!  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 03, 2016, 08:30:08 PM
YAY, STOMPY!!!

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi613.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt211%2Fwindebieste%2FStompy.jpg&hash=af0bd63a4713fbf83f2784c2d70eeb7ab3d80f13)

What a great figure, you'll love it. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 04, 2016, 08:29:44 AM
I can't wait to have room to actually display them. I feel like I'm going to be slowly amassing boxes soon.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: BonesawT101 on Feb 04, 2016, 04:48:29 PM
looks great Hicks! Any of you guys have the series 2 Neca 1979 Alien? Trying to gauge what the overall quality is like on him as I am tempted to dip for him and one of the Ripleys.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 05, 2016, 03:01:50 AM
I've been debating getting stompy and putting the warrior head/hands on him...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 05, 2016, 08:22:12 AM
How come?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 05, 2016, 08:33:27 AM
I've always thought the longer/slender fingers where a lot creepier than the ones from Alien. This might just be me but the clear dome head looks funky to me and I can't really figure out why.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Feb 06, 2016, 12:47:44 AM
(https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/12688299_1063756337020084_6978200345863807434_n.jpg?oh=e7c38e98ebe4c4cbe7d3ca206b191c5b&oe=5771463E)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 11, 2016, 09:05:38 PM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi613.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt211%2Fwindebieste%2FLoveMyStompy.jpg&hash=dedb98bfbebae8ab842bdd2aae91b981652bc7ac)

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Feb 12, 2016, 12:56:13 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Feb 11, 2016, 09:05:38 PM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi613.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt211%2Fwindebieste%2FLoveMyStompy.jpg&hash=dedb98bfbebae8ab842bdd2aae91b981652bc7ac)

-Windebieste.
Choice dude. I lol'd
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 12, 2016, 08:12:26 AM
Ha! Very nice!  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Feb 13, 2016, 04:38:41 AM
Series 7 is up for sale directly from NECA on their eBay store page. Just got a grid and warrior alien!...........And a T-1000
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: OpenMaw on Feb 13, 2016, 04:06:25 PM
I got Amanda in her jumpsuit and Stompy.

Love em.

Also got Ripley in her Aliens getup because that's a figure i've wanted for a lonnng time.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: khas on Feb 13, 2016, 05:10:38 PM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F02%2FTF-2016-NECA-Aliens-002.jpg&hash=33c18721b02a5726a7c71f4b8145663cb01304ae)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F02%2FTF-2016-NECA-Aliens-004.jpg&hash=d8cc98d285ff686d3b7bd7643137b1c77b56d052)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F02%2FTF-2016-NECA-Aliens-005.jpg&hash=d5decf65497a0e36d7ce9872dbf4cd3db4227ab5)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F02%2FTF-2016-NECA-Aliens-008.jpg&hash=aa0e2556fbeac4d90b695f7db42e6c039bed9009)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Lethalp on Feb 13, 2016, 05:48:55 PM
With an Alien3 lineup upcoming, will they re release the dog alien?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Feb 13, 2016, 05:58:29 PM
Where is bambi burster?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Feb 13, 2016, 06:17:25 PM
That queen chestburster is awesome! I might have to pick one up.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 13, 2016, 06:44:50 PM
This Ripley is a spot on !! Must have ! The Weyland commandos (look how the googles fold / unfold) are quite nice too, but I'll pass on these ones. Queen hugger, why not, it appeared on the director's cut version, and it seems pretty well done.
However, I don't like this queen pup, too huge to be a so-called chestburster (would never fit in Ripley's chest as seen in the movie), and never seen on screen too... a smaller bambi burster would have been a better choice IMO.
Also, great job on the diorama, it is really in the spirit of the movie, and that helps.

AND the 1/4 Aliens Warrior is at least to be released ! First pics below.

All's here :
http://news.toyark.com/2016/02/13/toy-fair-2016-neca-aliens-predators-192839
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Feb 13, 2016, 07:05:05 PM
SOMEBOY PLEASE GET THAT DIORAMA!
If Neca realize how much are those diorama wanted they´ll get instant cash!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Feb 14, 2016, 12:16:27 AM
Quote from: khas on Feb 13, 2016, 05:10:38 PM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F02%2FTF-2016-NECA-Aliens-002.jpg&hash=33c18721b02a5726a7c71f4b8145663cb01304ae)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F02%2FTF-2016-NECA-Aliens-004.jpg&hash=d8cc98d285ff686d3b7bd7643137b1c77b56d052)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F02%2FTF-2016-NECA-Aliens-005.jpg&hash=d5decf65497a0e36d7ce9872dbf4cd3db4227ab5)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F02%2FTF-2016-NECA-Aliens-008.jpg&hash=aa0e2556fbeac4d90b695f7db42e6c039bed9009)
All four pics are SICK. Just SICK. Take my money, NECA. I want that Diorama too.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Feb 14, 2016, 04:59:21 AM
FYI fun tidbits:

-A surprise Aliens figure for April will hit retail for Aliens Day (4/26).
-Series 8 bald Ripley will have a removable jacket and second set of sleeveless arms for jacket and tank top look


Source is randys interview w pixel Dan. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 14, 2016, 10:27:55 AM
I love those Commandos! I must have them in my life!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Feb 14, 2016, 10:31:09 AM
And series 9 is gonna be Aliens themed again, did I hear that right?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 14, 2016, 10:43:11 AM
Not sure. I do believe they've got a Kenner themed series coming soon too.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Feb 14, 2016, 03:35:07 PM
This stuff looks great! Can't wait to see what else they have in store for this anniversary year!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 14, 2016, 08:25:23 PM
Well fellas, surprisingly series 7 won't feature the "queen pup" and the queen hugger.
A3 Ripley, the Weyland commandos, a restock of the original dog Alien, and a grayer version of it (sexier than the former I think).

http://necaonline.com/55191/products/toys/action-figures/aliens-7-scale-action-figures-series-8-assortment/?utm_campaign=TFaliensseries8&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on Feb 14, 2016, 11:28:40 PM
Where can you buy these larger Neca figures? And how much they usually go for?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 15, 2016, 09:00:27 AM
Quote from: Vark_ on Feb 14, 2016, 08:25:23 PM
Well fellas, surprisingly series 7 won't feature the "queen pup" and the queen hugger.
A3 Ripley, the Weyland commandos, a restock of the original dog Alien, and a grayer version of it (sexier than the former I think).

http://necaonline.com/55191/products/toys/action-figures/aliens-7-scale-action-figures-series-8-assortment/?utm_campaign=TFaliensseries8&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social

It'll be in a creature pack released separately. I must admit I'm not massively fussed with those.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 15, 2016, 09:11:04 AM
I kind of don't... really understand the 'Queen pup' figure.

Is this like supposed to be the Alien Queen inside Ripley... if Ripley were a rottweiler?  ...or is it an alternative to the dog alien, if it was born to be a Queen..?

...or wut?

The Bambiburster was great... So why is it now a Queen pup hybrid thingy?  I just don't get it.  At all.  So confused.  ???

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 15, 2016, 09:35:00 AM
It's just supposed to be a Queen burster. Wasn't there an old Halycon model that looked like that?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Feb 15, 2016, 10:38:59 AM
Having just dipped into NECA for the first time with their upcoming Scarface figure, I really think I might have to get me a commando and a runner as well. Those commandos are easily my favourite costume design from the whole franchise. I don't care if their outfits are hysterically inconvenient and pointless, they look so damn cool.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 15, 2016, 12:14:03 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Feb 15, 2016, 09:35:00 AM
It's just supposed to be a Queen burster. Wasn't there an old Halycon model that looked like that?

Halcyon made one of each burster.  There was a Queen burster and a Dog Alien burster (along with an adult dog Alien as part of their 'ALIEN 3' range.).

I think most peoples' expectations of the Queen burster is heavily influenced by the 'ALIEN 3' poster image; coiled, sans legs.  NECA's new version appears to borrow heavily from the quadrupedal dog/ox burster but featuring the juvenile Queen Alien head.  It just looks... weird.  Largely because so many of NECA's product to date is so accurate compared to this odd hybrid.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Feb 15, 2016, 04:47:12 PM
Quote from: tmjhur on Feb 14, 2016, 11:28:40 PM
Where can you buy these larger Neca figures? And how much they usually go for?

Depends where you're located, but they're usually available online. From what I can tell, they're not really cheap but not *that* expensive. $100 plus shipping for the 1/4 scale Aliens warrior. http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=NECA%20Aliens
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 17, 2016, 05:22:46 AM
Oh, wow... the NECA creature pack (http://news.toyark.com/2016/02/16/details-alien-creature-pack-neca-196012) looks kinda nuts.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F02%2FAlien-Creature-Pack-Preview.jpg&hash=42b623357396bca27421e0758ba562fda9d9141e)

That Queen looks great... but I feel it's more of a juvenile stage rather than a freshly emerged sample. Nice nonetheless.  Needs this soundtrack to accompany it, though.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7xHyYWUxXI (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7xHyYWUxXI)

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Feb 17, 2016, 08:18:00 AM
Cool , but where's bambi burster?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 17, 2016, 10:53:46 PM
Yeah.  I feel the Bambi B would have been a better choice than the jevenile Queen.  Especially if these things are intended to be scaled alike.  That thing is supposed to fit inside Ripley's chest?   WOW...

I guess if the embryos had been swapped around when being implanted in opposing hosts, then the Queen could have emerge from an ox at that size.  In which case, Ripley would have died at Hicks' and Newt's funeral when the Alien emerged from her chest.  That's the only justification I can see being made here. 

...but hey, I don't do the market research for these things, so what would I know? 

In which case, I certainly feel the Bambi Burster would have been preferable; and I would consider myself to be a candidate for these figures to be marketed at.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Feb 17, 2016, 11:33:02 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Feb 15, 2016, 12:14:03 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Feb 15, 2016, 09:35:00 AM
It's just supposed to be a Queen burster. Wasn't there an old Halycon model that looked like that?

Halcyon made one of each burster.  There was a Queen burster and a Dog Alien burster (along with an adult dog Alien as part of their 'ALIEN 3' range.).

I think most peoples' expectations of the Queen burster is heavily influenced by the 'ALIEN 3' poster image; coiled, sans legs.  NECA's new version appears to borrow heavily from the quadrupedal dog/ox burster but featuring the juvenile Queen Alien head.  It just looks... weird.  Largely because so many of NECA's product to date is so accurate compared to this odd hybrid.

-Windebieste.

Even the coiled version of the Queen Chestburster had legs though.

(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CtUVY1amjqo/maxresdefault.jpg)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fmoviemodelkits.com%2Fimages%2Finstock_queen_burster.jpg&hash=8d9e61dfd66bf80c0bb30198996b99fe3acc2737)

(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/564x/8c/18/66/8c18662254776f4fa9c0b6066b413252.jpg)

The legs on NECA's queen burster seem a little too long and thick--they should look more like the Halycon version. When you look at the animatronic puppet towards the end of the video below, you get a better idea on how the legs should be. I think it's just the scale that's off, either that, or they just made up a slightly more mature version of it and it's not supposed to be a replica of anything in the movie.


Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Feb 17, 2016, 11:55:39 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Feb 17, 2016, 05:22:46 AM
Oh, wow... the NECA creature pack (http://news.toyark.com/2016/02/16/details-alien-creature-pack-neca-196012) looks kinda nuts.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F02%2FAlien-Creature-Pack-Preview.jpg&hash=42b623357396bca27421e0758ba562fda9d9141e)

That Queen looks great... but I feel it's more of a juvenile stage rather than a freshly emerged sample. Nice nonetheless.  Needs this soundtrack to accompany it, though.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7xHyYWUxXI (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7xHyYWUxXI)

-Windebieste.
Me thinks that Youtube song is from something you're more familiar with? Lol I actually played it but while watching the video further down the page on the test shots of the Queen puppet animation. Give it a try for a laugh :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 18, 2016, 12:52:15 AM
hah... So it does have legs. 

The figure still looks badly scaled to how it appears in the movie if these figures are all meant to be the same size relative to each other.  Besides, Bambi B is relevant to all versions of the movie and it's presence is well documented visually either originating from a dog or ox... it's the same young Alien.  Ox works especially well at that scale.  On that basis alone, I believe its a more desirable choice.

As for that song?  Oh, Brian will get it.  Where is Brian?  Hey, Brian!  where are ya, Mate?

Oh well...  Elmazalman will geddit.  SiL will, too. Wherever he is these days...

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 18, 2016, 09:01:30 AM
Quote from: GQSioux on Feb 17, 2016, 11:33:02 PM
Even the coiled version of the Queen Chestburster had legs though.

(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CtUVY1amjqo/maxresdefault.jpg)

http://moviemodelkits.com/images/instock_queen_burster.jpg

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/564x/8c/18/66/8c18662254776f4fa9c0b6066b413252.jpg

This was what I was talking about when I compared it to the old model.  :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: newbeing on Feb 18, 2016, 01:13:20 PM
After many years of avoiding buying Neca figures and most Alien merchandise in general, I finally broke down and bought the Alien: Isolation Amanda and Xenomorph figures. I have to say, Neca did very well on these figures in regards to the sculpts, articulation and durability. My only big gripe is with the stand that comes with the Xenomorph. The stand is a little too short, which forces me to place the alien in a weird semi-crouched pose. I tried using the tail for balance, but that was a bit too unstable and the legs are also a bit too loose to hold the weight of the upper half. Might consider buying a longer stand so it can stand to its full and impressive height.

edit: nvm I figured out a good standing pose :D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 18, 2016, 08:38:07 PM
It's a good purchase, but yes, the stand is too short and known to be fragile.  I've heard a few complaints of the C-hook snapping off from the top of the stand.  These are the same problems the stand has with the Dog Alien as well. Short and fragile.

Hopefully these issues will be corrected with the next iterations of the Dog Alien.  It's great to see NECA re-releasing it.  NECA's Dog Alien is cool but Stompy is special.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 18, 2016, 09:24:31 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Feb 18, 2016, 12:52:15 AMThe figure still looks badly scaled to how it appears in the movie if these figures are all meant to be the same size relative to each other
My point exactly, that's why I called this "Queen burster" the Queen pup. I mean, look at this size... how come Ripley's chest could even host it without inflating drastically ? Impossible.
The Queen burster has -in the movie- the same size as a regular chestburster, except for the "crown" on the top of its head, and the little legs (like Sideshow and Palisades queen burster, and the Halcyon model seen walking). Here, we have a grown burster, walking on its already strong feet. No way it just came out Ripley-'s chest, even if it was not on scale. Look at the Bambi for comparison, it's a slender and frail-looking creature.

IMO this is an experiment, not a genuine Alien franchise figure. Cool stuff nevertheless, but pure speculation since we never saw the Queen appear at this stage of her growth.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Feb 18, 2016, 09:42:09 PM
And we never will unfortunately so I'll bite and get NECA version.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Feb 20, 2016, 08:43:23 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Feb 17, 2016, 11:55:39 PM

Me thinks that Youtube song is from something you're more familiar with? Lol I actually played it but while watching the video further down the page on the test shots of the Queen puppet animation. Give it a try for a laugh :)

I get it.  :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Feb 20, 2016, 11:49:25 PM
Heads up, the Warrior Alien from the AVP series (not Grid) is awesome.  I know how they appeared in the movie was so-so at best but what NECA has done w/ the figure representation is outstanding.  The QC on these are great, the teeth are painted very well, the joints are all smooth, and the clear dome that Grid does NOT have is awesome.  Grid has slight blue highlight a kin to the ALIENS Warrior and the AVP Warrior is slight silver and very minute brown hightlights on a glossy black base.  The chin is almost as intense as the Dog alien. 

Anyway, just a heads up, if you're on the fence about the AVP Warrior, I highly recommend! 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Feb 21, 2016, 02:00:23 AM
Quote from: slaysaliens on Feb 20, 2016, 11:49:25 PM
Heads up, the Warrior Alien from the AVP series (not Grid) is awesome.  I know how they appeared in the movie was so-so at best but what NECA has done w/ the figure representation is outstanding.  The QC on these are great, the teeth are painted very well, the joints are all smooth, and the clear dome that Grid does NOT have is awesome.  Grid has slight blue highlight a kin to the ALIENS Warrior and the AVP Warrior is slight silver and very minute brown hightlights on a glossy black base.  The chin is almost as intense as the Dog alien. 

Anyway, just a heads up, if you're on the fence about the AVP Warrior, I highly recommend!
Good to know. I figured Grid would be the star but interesting to see the normal warrior is actually more impressive! Do you have any pictures you've taken? Would love to see some shots!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Feb 21, 2016, 02:45:20 AM
Not at moment, and they wouldnt do it justice, really gotta have it in hand. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Feb 21, 2016, 03:41:07 AM
So anybody know any good canadian sites for ordering neca figures from?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 29, 2016, 07:14:27 PM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/704358447488352256

Quote@NECA_TOYS thanks NECA, you guys need to do an official Lambert,it really completes the compression suit portion of the film:)

we have one done, just dont have an open slot for her yet. :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Feb 29, 2016, 07:32:41 PM
Quote from: ts124 on Feb 21, 2016, 03:41:07 AM
So anybody know any good canadian sites for ordering neca figures from?

Bigbadtoystore.com is pretty good.  Nice pre-order and pile of loot options.

Sorry....just realized you were looking for a Canadian site...


I was looking at the Alien visual guide poster and noticed Big Chap and the brown and blue warriors all have second versions.  What wave were those in?  Or were they store exclusives?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Feb 29, 2016, 11:27:15 PM
Just arrived!

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfl1/v/t1.0-9/12804882_10153319374140474_8890704008734987591_n.jpg?oh=df9a91e0abb01221d6e36ac06dbdc977&oe=575EA256)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 01, 2016, 12:27:15 AM
I like NECA's OG alien better in white/clear than their black version for some reason.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 01, 2016, 02:51:37 AM
Quote from: lightsyder on Feb 29, 2016, 07:32:41 PM
Quote from: ts124 on Feb 21, 2016, 03:41:07 AM
So anybody know any good canadian sites for ordering neca figures from?

I was looking at the Alien visual guide poster and noticed Big Chap and the brown and blue warriors all have second versions.  What wave were those in?  Or were they store exclusives?
The first ones on the guide are the original releases, not included in the Alien Series. The latter ones are part of the official series, starting with series 1 w/ Hicks, Hudson and Brown Warrior. These latter versions are the desirable ones, as they have much better quality than the predecessors.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Mar 01, 2016, 03:00:46 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 01, 2016, 02:51:37 AM
Quote from: lightsyder on Feb 29, 2016, 07:32:41 PM
Quote from: ts124 on Feb 21, 2016, 03:41:07 AM
So anybody know any good canadian sites for ordering neca figures from?

I was looking at the Alien visual guide poster and noticed Big Chap and the brown and blue warriors all have second versions.  What wave were those in?  Or were they store exclusives?
The first ones on the guide are the original releases, not included in the Alien Series. The latter ones are part of the official series, starting with series 1 w/ Hicks, Hudson and Brown Warrior. These latter versions are the desirable ones, as they have much better quality than the predecessors.

Really?  What was in the waves prior to the aliens series called?  What was in them?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 01, 2016, 08:21:51 AM
Quote from: GQSioux on Feb 29, 2016, 11:27:15 PM
Just arrived!

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfl1/v/t1.0-9/12804882_10153319374140474_8890704008734987591_n.jpg?oh=df9a91e0abb01221d6e36ac06dbdc977&oe=575EA256)

It looks so flipping gorgeous!  ;D I can't wait for these to start showing up over here.


(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CcKLbCsWwAA30j2.jpg:large)

Molten Runner.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Mar 01, 2016, 03:29:49 PM
^ Looks hot ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 01, 2016, 03:35:18 PM
I thought you might like that one.  :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 02, 2016, 02:00:28 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Mar 01, 2016, 10:37:52 AM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CcKLbCsWwAA30j2.jpg:large)

Molten Runner.
Ok what's everyone's opinion? Love it or hate it. Chase figure or normal production run?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Mar 02, 2016, 05:22:55 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 02, 2016, 02:00:28 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Mar 01, 2016, 10:37:52 AM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CcKLbCsWwAA30j2.jpg:large)

Molten Runner.
Ok what's everyone's opinion? Love it or hate it. Chase figure or normal production run?

It's just another repaint. *shrugs*
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 02, 2016, 08:33:06 AM
I believe I saw Randy mention chase.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: sir_bobos on Mar 02, 2016, 06:26:20 PM
You could just dry brush a normal one and be good to go. Not something I crave.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Mar 03, 2016, 08:48:18 AM
It's a shame it's just a repaint. If you look at the puppet they used in the film, it's actually misshapen with this awesome surface texture of the molten lead starting to harden on its body.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Mar 03, 2016, 03:25:37 PM
The Molten Runner is proof that NECA needs to get off their arse and start producing dioramas. Imagine that Runner climbing up the wall with (the upcoming) Ripley hanging off the sprinklers and the (also upcoming) WY commandos watching from above. Speaking of, have they (NECA) ever mention creating a "post 85 attack" Bishop II?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Mar 03, 2016, 03:27:25 PM
Have they ever done a "pre-85 attack" Bishop?

Because that's exactly the kind of obscure character I'd go for :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 03, 2016, 03:27:56 PM
They've done a Bishop Bishop. Whole of body and half of body. Not a Michael Bishop though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Mar 03, 2016, 03:29:59 PM
Come on NECA, get with it :P :P :P :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Mar 06, 2016, 10:04:57 AM
(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtl1/v/t1.0-0/p480x480/12806223_10153328993410474_2060709015678617148_n.jpg?oh=af92cb609c0922536e50a1797c75fb7e&oe=575403A8)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 07, 2016, 08:27:29 AM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Mar 03, 2016, 03:29:59 PM
Come on NECA, get with it :P :P :P :P

I'd love one though. I've got something for his coat in that film at the minute.  :laugh:

Quote from: GQSioux on Mar 06, 2016, 10:04:57 AM
https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtl1/v/t1.0-0/p480x480/12806223_10153328993410474_2060709015678617148_n.jpg?oh=af92cb609c0922536e50a1797c75fb7e&oe=575403A8

I can't wait for these to show up over here!!!

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Mar 07, 2016, 08:44:02 AM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Mar 03, 2016, 03:29:59 PM
Come on NECA, get with it :P :P :P :P

Agreed. I think will finally get one. He'd be great with two Weyland commandos.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Mar 07, 2016, 10:56:22 AM
^ Oh yeah he would look great! Heck, why not make the Medical Officer in shades and clear plastic rain coat too!?! :D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 07, 2016, 10:58:45 AM
I doubt that'd sell so well.  :laugh:


(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mJx1H19-pHs/Vt16ZoVU-pI/AAAAAAAAttg/78bl12Hjuj8/s1600/CcupcDvW0AEYBXH.jpg)

Lambert.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Mar 07, 2016, 01:30:00 PM
No terrorface?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Mar 07, 2016, 01:54:26 PM
Lambert's head stuck on a Kane or Dallas body sculpt,most of the hard work done already,just needs a coat of blue for her suit.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Mar 07, 2016, 07:03:51 PM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Mar 07, 2016, 10:56:22 AM
^ Oh yeah he would look great! Heck, why not make the Medical Officer in shades and clear plastic rain coat too!?! :D

You can make a custom fairly easy.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Mar 07, 2016, 09:24:34 PM
Quote from: HuDaFuK on Mar 07, 2016, 01:30:00 PM
No terrorface?

wot ...no cowboy boots, either?

Quote from: Elmazalman on Mar 07, 2016, 01:54:26 PM
Lambert's head stuck on a Kane or Dallas body sculpt,most of the hard work done already,just needs a coat of blue for her suit.

Same deal as the recent 3x Nostromo crew ReAction  boxed set.

such disappoint.   :(

*shrugs*.  Oh well. At least we do get a Lambert figure.  That's still cool; but no cowboy boots = gah.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 08, 2016, 01:14:37 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Mar 07, 2016, 09:24:34 PM
Quote from: HuDaFuK on Mar 07, 2016, 01:30:00 PM
No terrorface?

wot ...no cowboy boots, either?

Quote from: Elmazalman on Mar 07, 2016, 01:54:26 PM
Lambert's head stuck on a Kane or Dallas body sculpt,most of the hard work done already,just needs a coat of blue for her suit.

Same deal as the recent 3x Nostromo crew ReAction  boxed set.

such disappoint.   :(

*shrugs*.  Oh well. At least we do get a Lambert figure.  That's still cool; but no cowboy boots = gah.

-Windebieste.
That's how I see it too. Grateful we are getting her. Disappointed in the reused tooling without the bonus of a jumpsuit version.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 08, 2016, 08:29:26 AM
Perhaps they'll do a jumpsuit version if the spacesuited version sells well enough. I know they tend to find the human figures don't do as well.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Mar 08, 2016, 08:51:27 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Mar 07, 2016, 09:24:34 PM
Quote from: HuDaFuK on Mar 07, 2016, 01:30:00 PM
No terrorface?

wot ...no cowboy boots, either?

Quote from: Elmazalman on Mar 07, 2016, 01:54:26 PM
Lambert's head stuck on a Kane or Dallas body sculpt,most of the hard work done already,just needs a coat of blue for her suit.

Same deal as the recent 3x Nostromo crew ReAction  boxed set.

such disappoint.   :(

*shrugs*.  Oh well. At least we do get a Lambert figure.  That's still cool; but no cowboy boots = gah.

-Windebieste.
Yeah,she looked really hot in cowboy boots.The Alien must have thought so too.

I'd like to see all seven in their everyday clothes,they'd look good lined up on display in order of rank.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JungleHunter87 on Mar 08, 2016, 03:45:36 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Mar 08, 2016, 08:29:26 AM
Perhaps they'll do a jumpsuit version if the spacesuited version sells well enough. I know they tend to find the human figures don't do as well.

Really? That doesn't surprise me for certain characters. But, how well did Hicks, Hudson, and Ripley sell from the ALIENS line? I can't imagine those didn't fair so well. I can understand Bishop or Kane and Dallas. Just because they usually aren't the most popular characters for average audience members who might be inclined to pick up a NECA figure.


QuoteYeah,she looked really hot in cowboy boots.The Alien must have thought so too.

I'd like to see all seven in their everyday clothes,they'd look good lined up on display in order of rank.



Also I agree, cowboy boots Lambert was hot. I can't blame Big Chap for hitting that... just wish he hadn't done so to the point of DEATH. I'd also love a Brett and Parker. That'd be sweet, but highly unlikely. :'(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Mar 08, 2016, 05:53:04 PM
Quote from: JungleHunter87 on Mar 08, 2016, 03:45:36 PM
I can't blame Big Chap for hitting that... just wish he hadn't done so to the point of DEATH.

Well that sounds rapey  :-X

It is interesting that NECA Lambert has hair, because she would be wearing a cap in her space suit like Dallas and Kane.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JungleHunter87 on Mar 08, 2016, 07:44:44 PM
Quote from: MrSpaceJockey on Mar 08, 2016, 05:53:04 PM
Quote from: JungleHunter87 on Mar 08, 2016, 03:45:36 PM
I can't blame Big Chap for hitting that... just wish he hadn't done so to the point of DEATH.

Well that sounds rapey  :-X

It is interesting that NECA Lambert has hair, because she would be wearing a cap in her space suit like Dallas and Kane.

Well, the way he did it. It was.

I was just saying Veronica Cartwright was hot and I could see the attraction the Alien might have had for her. If that all still sounds rapey. Then...Well I'll just stop talking. :-[

That is an interesting thing you brought up. She should have her little cap on like Kane and Dallas. Wonder if they thought people wouldn't notice it was Lambert in the suit? Doubtful, but that's the only thing I can think of. Well, besides ' we aren't gonna be making her in her Nostromo crew outfit. So here is a compromise ' ?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: MrSpaceJockey on Mar 08, 2016, 09:10:08 PM
Maybe she'll have an interchangeable head! That would be cool.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JungleHunter87 on Mar 08, 2016, 09:14:53 PM
Quote from: MrSpaceJockey on Mar 08, 2016, 09:10:08 PM
Maybe she'll have an interchangeable head! That would be cool.

That'd be cool. I hope they do that.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Mar 09, 2016, 01:53:38 AM
Randy said her accessory would PROBABLY be a second head.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JungleHunter87 on Mar 09, 2016, 03:50:16 AM
Quote from: slaysaliens on Mar 09, 2016, 01:53:38 AM
Randy said her accessory would PROBABLY be a second head.

I'll keep my fingers crossed. I'd like to be able to show her in her suit with cap or helmet with both Dallas and Kane.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: BlackOmegaPsi on Mar 12, 2016, 01:22:21 PM
So, finally got my Isolation xeno from BBTS, and this is the first NECA fig that I got with quality issues.

Firstly, and foremostly,  the bendy wire tore through the rubber at the tails tip, and tho I've managed to sorta tuck it back in, it's still a bummer. Then, there's an unpainted (white-ish) gap near the back of the dome, and there's some real splotchy highlight paint.

But the most weird part to me, is the finish to the paint - it's considerably less glossy than all my other xenomorph figures, especially around the tail. So I have a question for you guys who own the figure - is that a creative decision based on the character, and you have the same more matte look, or it's just the dude who painted my fig just skimped out on the laquer?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Mar 12, 2016, 11:01:03 PM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F03%2FNECA-Aliens-Creature-Pack.jpg&hash=dc8c478d05cd594c0a01c21e412dc25a323f54e3)

http://news.toyark.com/2016/03/11/neca-alien-creature-pack-update-199027 (http://news.toyark.com/2016/03/11/neca-alien-creature-pack-update-199027)

Multi-pack will now be Aliens themed...

... and there will be TWO stasis chambers.  Very happy about that.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Mar 12, 2016, 11:04:05 PM
@BOP:

I have a Stompy and I am very happy with it.  I found the painted highlighting to be understated but not any real issue.  I guess it's going to vary from one figure to the next. 

There's no problems with the wire core tail on this figure either; but yours isn't the first instance I've heard regarding the wire piercing through to the surface.  I am guessing that this issue is more common than desirable considering that I've now heard about it twice.

I had to straighten out the bladed tail tip in a cup of hot water as it was bent into a U shape while in the packaging but that's the only quality issue I had with the figure.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 13, 2016, 11:39:01 PM
Quote from: Otter on Mar 12, 2016, 11:01:03 PM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F03%2FNECA-Aliens-Creature-Pack.jpg&hash=dc8c478d05cd594c0a01c21e412dc25a323f54e3)

http://news.toyark.com/2016/03/11/neca-alien-creature-pack-update-199027 (http://news.toyark.com/2016/03/11/neca-alien-creature-pack-update-199027)

Multi-pack will now be Aliens themed...

... and there will be TWO stasis chambers.  Very happy about that.
Yeah this looks great! Can't wait to see the packaging! I'd bet we will see it drop on Aliens day! So much merch coming out on April 26th (day before my bday!)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JungleHunter87 on Mar 14, 2016, 06:33:50 AM
Quote from: Otter on Mar 12, 2016, 11:01:03 PM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F03%2FNECA-Aliens-Creature-Pack.jpg&hash=dc8c478d05cd594c0a01c21e412dc25a323f54e3)

http://news.toyark.com/2016/03/11/neca-alien-creature-pack-update-199027 (http://news.toyark.com/2016/03/11/neca-alien-creature-pack-update-199027)

Multi-pack will now be Aliens themed...

... and there will be TWO stasis chambers.  Very happy about that.

Sweet! I still have my hive from the Mcfarlane A L I E N vs. PREDATOR two pack. With the carton of eggs they released not long ago. I will have an army of facehuggers. ;D

However I still don't have any chest bursters. So, I'm psyched about that.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 15, 2016, 01:21:46 AM
Quote from: JungleHunter87 on Mar 14, 2016, 06:33:50 AM
Quote from: Otter on Mar 12, 2016, 11:01:03 PM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F03%2FNECA-Aliens-Creature-Pack.jpg&hash=dc8c478d05cd594c0a01c21e412dc25a323f54e3)

http://news.toyark.com/2016/03/11/neca-alien-creature-pack-update-199027 (http://news.toyark.com/2016/03/11/neca-alien-creature-pack-update-199027)

Multi-pack will now be Aliens themed...

... and there will be TWO stasis chambers.  Very happy about that.

Sweet! I still have my hive from the Mcfarlane A L I E N vs. PREDATOR two pack. With the carton of eggs they released not long ago. I will have an army of facehuggers. ;D

However I still don't have any chest bursters. So, I'm psyched about that.
Don't feel bad. Besides a big plush one I have, I only own one burster from the AvPR Wolf figure. Very pleased we are getting updated ones.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Mar 15, 2016, 06:46:12 AM
I just saw saw the new avp at toyrus last week, they are all over $30 now and the avp 2 pack is almost 80! im sure i saw it before Christmas for under 50?

I want a good looking figure but i want to be able to play with it and not have it break. even if its for adult collector, with all of the new joints it seams to want to be played with. but it may be better and cheaper to just buy the old kenner ones online.. I fjust just got Lazershot.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 17, 2016, 02:38:59 AM
Quote from: bobcunk on Mar 15, 2016, 06:46:12 AM
I just saw saw the new avp at toyrus last week, they are all over $30 now and the avp 2 pack is almost 80! im sure i saw it before Christmas for under 50?

I want a good looking figure but i want to be able to play with it and not have it break. even if its for adult collector, with all of the new joints it seams to want to be played with. but it may be better and cheaper to just buy the old kenner ones online.. I fjust just got Lazershot.
$30?!? Where do you live?? At my local they are $22 each
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JungleHunter87 on Mar 17, 2016, 02:54:56 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 17, 2016, 02:38:59 AM
Quote from: bobcunk on Mar 15, 2016, 06:46:12 AM
I just saw saw the new avp at toyrus last week, they are all over $30 now and the avp 2 pack is almost 80! im sure i saw it before Christmas for under 50?

I want a good looking figure but i want to be able to play with it and not have it break. even if its for adult collector, with all of the new joints it seams to want to be played with. but it may be better and cheaper to just buy the old kenner ones online.. I fjust just got Lazershot.
$30?!? Where do you live?? At my local they are $22 each

Yeah, those prices sounds more like something you'd see on EBay. Not Toys "r" Us or some other retail shop. Atleast in my experience, I haven't ever seen NECA  two packs cost more than $30. No more than $50 for their 1/4th scale stuff.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Mar 17, 2016, 05:28:40 PM
Quote from: JungleHunter87 on Mar 17, 2016, 02:54:56 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 17, 2016, 02:38:59 AM
Quote from: bobcunk on Mar 15, 2016, 06:46:12 AM
I just saw saw the new avp at toyrus last week, they are all over $30 now and the avp 2 pack is almost 80! im sure i saw it before Christmas for under 50?

I want a good looking figure but i want to be able to play with it and not have it break. even if its for adult collector, with all of the new joints it seams to want to be played with. but it may be better and cheaper to just buy the old kenner ones online.. I fjust just got Lazershot.
$30?!? Where do you live?? At my local they are $22 each

Yeah, those prices sounds more like something you'd see on EBay. Not Toys "r" Us or some other retail shop. Atleast in my experience, I haven't ever seen NECA  two packs cost more than $30. No more than $50 for their 1/4th scale stuff.

I'd kill for figures that cheap.
1/4 scale figs here are well over $100
Normal 7" figs push 40 each.

It's killing to hobby for me tbh
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JungleHunter87 on Mar 17, 2016, 05:48:10 PM
Quote from: elemental-of-all on Mar 17, 2016, 05:28:40 PM
Quote from: JungleHunter87 on Mar 17, 2016, 02:54:56 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 17, 2016, 02:38:59 AM
Quote from: bobcunk on Mar 15, 2016, 06:46:12 AM
I just saw saw the new avp at toyrus last week, they are all over $30 now and the avp 2 pack is almost 80! im sure i saw it before Christmas for under 50?

I want a good looking figure but i want to be able to play with it and not have it break. even if its for adult collector, with all of the new joints it seams to want to be played with. but it may be better and cheaper to just buy the old kenner ones online.. I fjust just got Lazershot.
$30?!? Where do you live?? At my local they are $22 each

Yeah, those prices sounds more like something you'd see on EBay. Not Toys "r" Us or some other retail shop. Atleast in my experience, I haven't ever seen NECA  two packs cost more than $30. No more than $50 for their 1/4th scale stuff.

I'd kill for figures that cheap.
1/4 scale figs here are well over $100
Normal 7" figs push 40 each.

It's killing to hobby for me tbh

Woah! I can see how this hobby is strangling you're wallet. As cool as their figures are, with the hit and miss paint jobs and mass breakages, $70 a figure is crazy. That's robbery if I've ever seen it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Mar 17, 2016, 06:02:49 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 17, 2016, 02:38:59 AM
Quote from: bobcunk on Mar 15, 2016, 06:46:12 AM
I just saw saw the new avp at toyrus last week, they are all over $30 now and the avp 2 pack is almost 80! im sure i saw it before Christmas for under 50?

I want a good looking figure but i want to be able to play with it and not have it break. even if its for adult collector, with all of the new joints it seams to want to be played with. but it may be better and cheaper to just buy the old kenner ones online.. I fjust just got Lazershot.
$30?!? Where do you live?? At my local they are $22 each


In Ontario, Canada. Maybe it the exchange rate they never used to be that price. But it evens out I guise since the Canadian wage is double the states right now I think.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 18, 2016, 06:21:16 PM
http://news.toyark.com/2016/03/18/aliens-creature-pack-pre-orders-may-go-live-today-199589

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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Mar 18, 2016, 07:01:20 PM
Yea the prices for Neca figures here in Canada sucks! Lucky if you find just a normal single 7" figure for under $30. Double packs are sitting in the 50-$60 range. That's why I don't have too many of them. I got the double Genocide pack & then a single Series 2 Blue Xenomorph but I have no Predators yet. The newer Queen goes for about $200 & the Power Loader around $140. Unless you have a job making big bucks (which I do not), there's not a hell of a lot being bought & when something finally does get bought, you gotta be picky & choosy on which one you want to spend your cash on. At least that's how it goes for me anyway. Sometimes being Canadian does not pay off well when you're a collector.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JungleHunter87 on Mar 18, 2016, 08:27:29 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Mar 18, 2016, 06:21:16 PM
http://news.toyark.com/2016/03/18/aliens-creature-pack-pre-orders-may-go-live-today-199589

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F03%2FAliens-Creature-Pack-NECA-1.jpg&hash=626a61d7a835743a8c5f0b001815ca9c4f64c887)

They did. I preordered mine on BBTS. Says a June release, like with the Scarface Predator I also preordered. We'll see if that remains true though. Either way, I'm stoked.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 20, 2016, 12:34:47 AM
Quote from: JungleHunter87 on Mar 18, 2016, 08:27:29 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Mar 18, 2016, 06:21:16 PM
http://news.toyark.com/2016/03/18/aliens-creature-pack-pre-orders-may-go-live-today-199589

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F03%2FAliens-Creature-Pack-NECA-1.jpg&hash=626a61d7a835743a8c5f0b001815ca9c4f64c887)

They did. I preordered mine on BBTS. Says a June release, like with the Scarface Predator I also preordered. We'll see if that remains true though. Either way, I'm stoked.
i'm hoping to find one in my local area but I think I'll pick up 2 at least.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Mar 20, 2016, 01:53:52 PM
Quote from: XenoZipper on Mar 18, 2016, 07:01:20 PMUnless you have a job making big bucks (which I do not), there's not a hell of a lot being bought & when something finally does get bought, you gotta be picky & choosy on which one you want to spend your cash on. At least that's how it goes for me anyway. Sometimes being Canadian does not pay off well when you're a collector.
Same goes here in Europe, my online detaillers in France or the UK sell each figure around 30€, 3-packs sell around 70-90€, and huge ones like the queen / loader / 1:4 scale figures no less than 120-150€ (+ 10€ shippng in any case).
Prices for series 1 were not that high, I can tell (I paid 60€ for the 3-pack), this is getting insane... since we're talking plastic action figures, that really starts to hurt. Apart of the room problem, with these prices I obviously have to make choices, as far as I'm concerned.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 25, 2016, 12:53:44 AM
Quote from: Vark_ on Mar 20, 2016, 01:53:52 PM
Quote from: XenoZipper on Mar 18, 2016, 07:01:20 PMUnless you have a job making big bucks (which I do not), there's not a hell of a lot being bought & when something finally does get bought, you gotta be picky & choosy on which one you want to spend your cash on. At least that's how it goes for me anyway. Sometimes being Canadian does not pay off well when you're a collector.
Same goes here in Europe, my online detaillers in France or the UK sell each figure around 30€, 3-packs sell around 70-90€, and huge ones like the queen / loader / 1:4 scale figures no less than 120-150€ (+ 10€ shippng in any case).
Prices for series 1 were not that high, I can tell (I paid 60€ for the 3-pack), this is getting insane... since we're talking plastic action figures, that really starts to hurt. Apart of the room problem, with these prices I obviously have to make choices, as far as I'm concerned.
That is insane. Trust me, if I did not have the room I would have had to downsize my collection. I probably still will at some point.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Mar 26, 2016, 10:02:29 AM
hey guys, been forever! (dunno if some of you remember me, or most just new fellas to the site, if so welcome) anyways I figured I pay a visit, I looked at the stuff so far, and I like the ALIENS creature pack. it's cool we're getting chestbursters again. we got them for AvP-R's Wolf Predator clone army. but these look way more accurate! the queen facehugger looks cool though personally I can live without it. I still wish NECA would release some dioramas as stand alone. they'd be great!

I have gotten the Alien queen, she's beautiful on display, makes me proud I could get her when I did. she really does bring the room together! I also have the AvP Alien Warrior (AMAZING figure, you can absolutely despise the Alien design, but god damn if NECA doesn't remedy that with amazing sculpt and paint. I actually prefer it to the grid Xeno.

I also got chopper and Celtic Predator. again awefully made in the film, but NECA fixes the errors and make them way cooler! I did however customize mine a tad and plan to do some paint work on mine. (namely on Celtic)

and lastly I have the Isolation Alien, Mr. Stompy. the sculpt is awesome as usual. unfortunately i got a bad apple. the wire in the tail in mine was either broken, or not looped at the base of the tail like it should. the overbite of the mouth was really messed up (like it was pulled out of the mold way too quickly), and the elbow joint on the left arm was warped, the joints were ungodly loose at the reverse knee it should be a sin. otherwise it looks amazing and I've already parts swapped with the old NECA 35th xeno that broke. Part of me blames Mold Cast degradation (it happens all the time to Hasbro Transformer toys and Marvel Legends toys when the mold of a figure or toy is used for far too long that it starts to become worn out). I will however fix the tail, and I've already replaced the head with the other figure I had.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 26, 2016, 04:36:59 PM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on Mar 26, 2016, 10:02:29 AM
hey guys, been forever! (dunno if some of you remember me, or most just new fellas to the site, if so welcome) anyways I figured I pay a visit, I looked at the stuff so far, and I like the ALIENS creature pack. it's cool we're getting chestbursters again. we got them for AvP-R's Wolf Predator clone army. but these look way more accurate! the queen facehugger looks cool though personally I can live without it. I still wish NECA would release some dioramas as stand alone. they'd be great!

I have gotten the Alien queen, she's beautiful on display, makes me proud I could get her when I did. she really does bring the room together! I also have the AvP Alien Warrior (AMAZING figure, you can absolutely despise the Alien design, but god damn if NECA doesn't remedy that with amazing sculpt and paint. I actually prefer it to the grid Xeno.

I also got chopper and Celtic Predator. again awefully made in the film, but NECA fixes the errors and make them way cooler! I did however customize mine a tad and plan to do some paint work on mine. (namely on Celtic)

and lastly I have the Isolation Alien, Mr. Stompy. the sculpt is awesome as usual. unfortunately i got a bad apple. the wire in the tail in mine was either broken, or not looped at the base of the tail like it should. the overbite of the mouth was really messed up (like it was pulled out of the mold way too quickly), and the elbow joint on the left arm was warped, the joints were ungodly loose at the reverse knee it should be a sin. otherwise it looks amazing and I've already parts swapped with the old NECA 35th xeno that broke. Part of me blames Mold Cast degradation (it happens all the time to Hasbro Transformer toys and Marvel Legends toys when the mold of a figure or toy is used for far too long that it starts to become worn out). I will however fix the tail, and I've already replaced the head with the other figure I had.
Welcome back good sir! Yeah they really have been doing a bang-up job on all these new figures. Really takes the sting out of those who truly hate or despise the films.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Mar 26, 2016, 06:51:25 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 26, 2016, 04:36:59 PM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on Mar 26, 2016, 10:02:29 AM
hey guys, been forever! (dunno if some of you remember me, or most just new fellas to the site, if so welcome) anyways I figured I pay a visit, I looked at the stuff so far, and I like the ALIENS creature pack. it's cool we're getting chestbursters again. we got them for AvP-R's Wolf Predator clone army. but these look way more accurate! the queen facehugger looks cool though personally I can live without it. I still wish NECA would release some dioramas as stand alone. they'd be great!

I have gotten the Alien queen, she's beautiful on display, makes me proud I could get her when I did. she really does bring the room together! I also have the AvP Alien Warrior (AMAZING figure, you can absolutely despise the Alien design, but god damn if NECA doesn't remedy that with amazing sculpt and paint. I actually prefer it to the grid Xeno.

I also got chopper and Celtic Predator. again awefully made in the film, but NECA fixes the errors and make them way cooler! I did however customize mine a tad and plan to do some paint work on mine. (namely on Celtic)

and lastly I have the Isolation Alien, Mr. Stompy. the sculpt is awesome as usual. unfortunately i got a bad apple. the wire in the tail in mine was either broken, or not looped at the base of the tail like it should. the overbite of the mouth was really messed up (like it was pulled out of the mold way too quickly), and the elbow joint on the left arm was warped, the joints were ungodly loose at the reverse knee it should be a sin. otherwise it looks amazing and I've already parts swapped with the old NECA 35th xeno that broke. Part of me blames Mold Cast degradation (it happens all the time to Hasbro Transformer toys and Marvel Legends toys when the mold of a figure or toy is used for far too long that it starts to become worn out). I will however fix the tail, and I've already replaced the head with the other figure I had.
Welcome back good sir! Yeah they really have been doing a bang-up job on all these new figures. Really takes the sting out of those who truly hate or despise the films.

agreed, I think it's because NECA makes them more like an actual creature, and not like a suit.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 27, 2016, 02:34:47 AM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on Mar 26, 2016, 06:51:25 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Mar 26, 2016, 04:36:59 PM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on Mar 26, 2016, 10:02:29 AM
hey guys, been forever! (dunno if some of you remember me, or most just new fellas to the site, if so welcome) anyways I figured I pay a visit, I looked at the stuff so far, and I like the ALIENS creature pack. it's cool we're getting chestbursters again. we got them for AvP-R's Wolf Predator clone army. but these look way more accurate! the queen facehugger looks cool though personally I can live without it. I still wish NECA would release some dioramas as stand alone. they'd be great!

I have gotten the Alien queen, she's beautiful on display, makes me proud I could get her when I did. she really does bring the room together! I also have the AvP Alien Warrior (AMAZING figure, you can absolutely despise the Alien design, but god damn if NECA doesn't remedy that with amazing sculpt and paint. I actually prefer it to the grid Xeno.

I also got chopper and Celtic Predator. again awefully made in the film, but NECA fixes the errors and make them way cooler! I did however customize mine a tad and plan to do some paint work on mine. (namely on Celtic)

and lastly I have the Isolation Alien, Mr. Stompy. the sculpt is awesome as usual. unfortunately i got a bad apple. the wire in the tail in mine was either broken, or not looped at the base of the tail like it should. the overbite of the mouth was really messed up (like it was pulled out of the mold way too quickly), and the elbow joint on the left arm was warped, the joints were ungodly loose at the reverse knee it should be a sin. otherwise it looks amazing and I've already parts swapped with the old NECA 35th xeno that broke. Part of me blames Mold Cast degradation (it happens all the time to Hasbro Transformer toys and Marvel Legends toys when the mold of a figure or toy is used for far too long that it starts to become worn out). I will however fix the tail, and I've already replaced the head with the other figure I had.
Welcome back good sir! Yeah they really have been doing a bang-up job on all these new figures. Really takes the sting out of those who truly hate or despise the films.

agreed, I think it's because NECA makes them more like an actual creature, and not like a suit.
Absolutely. And their other figures as well, even the concept stuff and Kenner tributes. They all look great for the price.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 27, 2016, 05:01:58 PM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on Mar 26, 2016, 10:02:29 AM
hey guys, been forever! (dunno if some of you remember me, or most just new fellas to the site, if so welcome) anyways I figured I pay a visit,

I definitely remember that name! Welcome back!  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: alienscollection.com on Mar 29, 2016, 05:46:36 PM
NECA announces the first ever Lieutenant Vasquez (Jenette Goldstein) and Newt (Carrie Henn) figure; as well as the release of a Kenner toy-Inspired Ellen Ripley figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 29, 2016, 06:04:27 PM
Quote from: alienscollection.com on Mar 29, 2016, 05:46:36 PM
NECA announces the first ever Lieutenant Vasquez (Jenette Goldstein) and Newt (Carrie Henn) figure; as well as the release of a Kenner toy-Inspired Ellen Ripley figure.

Where are you Xenomorphine?! You didn't agree with me when I suggested the Newt figure!

Great news about Vasquez too!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Mar 29, 2016, 08:23:59 PM
So much awesome stuff to be coming out!! I need to find a new job soon so I can blow all my cash on it haha I'd definitely welcome a Newt figure. I sadly only have the Series 2 Blue Xenomorph & the Genocide double pack of the black/red Xeno for Neca stuff. I almost had the Queen but Big Bad Toy Store rejected my Canadian card so I never got it & it took weeks to get my money refunded back. Still would have preferred to just have the Queen than my money back. Now I see a Red Queen is out now too!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Mar 29, 2016, 09:34:33 PM
Newt and Vasquez?  This is awesome news!  My two most wanted figures (in addition to Burke, but honestly... I can't see that ever happening). 

These two will really round out the line-up for me (knowing that a full set of marines is highly unlikely).  Anything that NECA release after these two is just gravy.

Oh... and I hope the Reebok stompers are available in Australia.  Bring on 4/26!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Mar 29, 2016, 09:40:23 PM
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 29, 2016, 09:40:40 PM
I'm really excited to see the whole Smartgun rig!

NECA's current profile picture on Twitter:

(https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/714892196806270976/6gDSY_qc.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Mar 29, 2016, 09:45:50 PM
It's been a good while since an action figure announcement has given me that "squee" feeling.  I'm loving this.

Are these two supposed to be released on 4/26?  Or is it just an announcement that coincides with it?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Mar 29, 2016, 09:54:53 PM
So glad Fox picked up on the whole 4/26 thing.  This gives it so much legitimacy.   An annual day Fox will bomb us with announcements/goodies/whatever.  So glad this has been made Official.

Vasquez and Newt.  Nice.  I guess lending her likeness to the action figure is what Ms. Henn was getting excited about those few months ago.  Can't fault that.  Looking forward to seeing these get released.  Although, NECA tend to release these items in sets of 3.  Has there been word of a third figure to round out this set?

Either way, too awesome to see these items finally hit the shelves. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Mar 29, 2016, 10:33:32 PM
I had assumed that the third was the Kenner-inspired Ripley, but given what I've been reading I think that might be another wave altogether!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Mar 29, 2016, 10:43:04 PM
Wasn't Vasquez released as a Kenner figure in the mid 90s? I thought it wasn't released in the USA, but possibly Canada?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Mar 29, 2016, 11:03:47 PM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Mar 29, 2016, 10:43:04 PM
Wasn't Vasquez released as a Kenner figure in the mid 90s? I thought it wasn't released in the USA, but possibly Canada?

She was made in the Kenner line but she & Hudson never made it over to Canada. I always thought those 2 & the Alien Swarm set were UK releases.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Mar 30, 2016, 03:54:36 AM
I have her. She was part of two pack with a "panther" alien.

Got her off ebay years ago.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Mar 30, 2016, 06:14:06 AM
Quote from: Otter on Mar 29, 2016, 10:33:32 PM
I had assumed that the third was the Kenner-inspired Ripley, but given what I've been reading I think that might be another wave altogether!

Ya.  That's what I'm thinking, too.  We're reading about 2 different waves here.  Why would NECA add a Kenner inspired Ripley to an 'ALIENS' themed wave?   So, yes.   I guess we should wait until further announcements are made.

Definitely looking forward to seeing how this pans out.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mrcreosote on Mar 30, 2016, 08:52:27 AM
Since when was Vasquez a lieutenant
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 30, 2016, 08:53:13 AM
Ha. Well caught! She wasn't.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 01, 2016, 12:23:54 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Mar 30, 2016, 08:53:13 AM
Ha. Well caught! She wasn't.  :laugh:
They made a goof? Hope they catch it in time.

Kenner waves and movie waves are always separate. They won't mingle them. For a third figure, if this is a Series (Newt, Vazquez and ____), they have to go with an Alien. They said it themselves that the creatures always sell better than humans, which I can see why but at the same time, these are figures of famous characters from a legendary movie that have only been available as super high end absurdly expensive Hot Toys figures.

The idea of being able to get all the actors and actresses likeness rights for all the films will continue to be look enticing as more sign on and fans continue to show interest.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 01, 2016, 05:25:44 AM
I dunno... 'Lt. Vasquez sounds kinda neat; and at the very least isn't as clumsy as 'Bill Baxton'.  lol.  but yes, more seriously, as this year will be a big 'ALIENS' Celebration, I'd be very surprised if the third figure in the set would be a character other than someone who appeared in 'ALIENS'.  I'm thinking Gorman, actually.  Given the actor did bring his voice talent to bring Waits to life in 'ALIEN Isolation'.

Of course, Drake would be ideal and welcome as well.  Imagine that... Both smartgunners in the same series... what an awesome duo that would be!

On the other hand, I'm very curious about what the Kenner inspired series will entail.  I'm guessing that will be a trio as well.  A Kenner styled Ripley is a bit of a curve ball.  Wasn't expecting that.  Hoping they have a re-issue of the original Kenner Alien planned.  Either in original 18" format or matching the 7" range that we have seen NECA make for some time now.   

Yeah.  That'll make my day!  *swoonage.*

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on Apr 01, 2016, 09:37:17 PM
THere's a few Alien Neca figures I want to get but am concerned about buying knock offs on Ebay etc. Could anybody recommend a reliable and not ridiculously expensive online store that will deliver to Ireland/UK? Would be much appreciated thanks!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 03, 2016, 03:39:37 PM
I've just uploaded windebieste's review of Stompy! http://www.avpgalaxy.net/website/articles/neca-alien-series-6-alien-isolation-xenomorph-review/
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Apr 03, 2016, 04:46:16 PM
Honestly I do have an additional gripe about the accuracy of the Stompy figure. When you look at the game screenshots, you can see that Stompy has a more bulbus head and a more pronounced lower jaw than Big Chap. Obviously that's not something too many people would notice I guess, so they wouldn't take the resources to add minor details like that, but to me it makes the figure seem like it's just Big Chap with re-sculpted lower legs, rather than an accurate representation of the subtle differences in the Alien's design in the game. Also, Stompy's dorsal spines seem slightly larger and more spaced from each other in the game. Good review though.   
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XENOMORPHOSIS on Apr 03, 2016, 07:46:01 PM
Neat figure, one thing has me concerned, was Alien Isolation enough of a hit to warrant a sequel game, wondered what became of Amanda Ripley and the other possibilities expanded into game form. What else do you guys thing they could have expanded on in any new game set after Alien Isolation.

Another thing I'm curious about is Alien Covenant, the ilm is sure to explore the origins of the Classic Giger Xenomorph, its more than likely the creature effects team will harken back to this design/Big chap from the original film.

Is a big deal for you if it stick close to the Classic Giger look? or are you not bothered one way or the other?
Some are fine with the Alien design from the later movies whether it be the rigged head or the angular Alien Resurrection look.

But another thing Ridley claimed is we may see an early variation of the Xenemorph that might be like the Beluga Alien which was detail in the original Prometheus script Alien Engineers which that Alien was supposedly boneless like a jellyfish or so I heard. It was meant to be the Alien original form before being genetically altered/bio engineered to be weaponised by the Engineers.

Another supposed Alien to be featured is the Xenomorph whose host was a Space Jockey/Engineer, in the original script it was referred to as the Ultramorph and resembled the original Necronomican 4 portrait byHR  Giggler. We'l have to wait and see.

Supposedly Ridley Scott had requested that Neill Blomkamp alter an aspect of his Alien project that he was working on before it got delayed. My guess is that it regarded the presence of Space Jockey/Engineer Derelict Ship and how it was too much in Promtheus's territory but another possibility was other evolutionary/mutations of the Alien making an appearance. The one art pice that Neill had put up of a new type of egg and new breed of face hugger supports that theory.Would anyone want to see other iteration of the Xeno are are you all just happy to stick with the Classic?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Billium3 on Apr 03, 2016, 09:44:06 PM
I have to wonder if Neca will produce a Xenomorph based on its appearance in Mortal Kombat X, complete with arm blades. That'd be a pretty unique, yet easy reuse of parts for them; it'd perhaps be a good idea in a series with two humans like Newt and Vasquez.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 03, 2016, 11:50:11 PM
Quote from: XENOMORPHOSIS on Apr 03, 2016, 07:46:01 PM
HR  Giggler.
Oh that did make me giggler to myself :)

Would anyone want to see other iteration of the Xeno are are you all just happy to stick with the Classic?
I'm a classic fan. I really only care for the Xenos from the first 3 movies. The rest look trashy to me.

Quote from: tmjhur on Apr 01, 2016, 09:37:17 PM
THere's a few Alien Neca figures I want to get but am concerned about buying knock offs on Ebay etc. Could anybody recommend a reliable and not ridiculously expensive online store that will deliver to Ireland/UK? Would be much appreciated thanks!
Check out http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/default.aspx
They ship internationally!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Apr 03, 2016, 11:56:06 PM
If you remove the dreadlocks from the Predalien from AVP2010 its probably the best iteration of a Predalien yet. It's one of my favorite designs.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Flexserve on Apr 04, 2016, 01:58:16 AM
Good review! Thanks for the insight!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 04, 2016, 03:25:27 AM
Quote from: RidgeTop on Apr 03, 2016, 04:46:16 PM
Honestly I do have an additional gripe about the accuracy of the Stompy figure. When you look at the game screenshots, you can see that Stompy has a more bulbus head and a more pronounced lower jaw than Big Chap. Obviously that's not something too many people would notice I guess, so they wouldn't take the resources to add minor details like that, but to me it makes the figure seem like it's just Big Chap with re-sculpted lower legs, rather than an accurate representation of the subtle differences in the Alien's design in the game. Also, Stompy's dorsal spines seem slightly larger and more spaced from each other in the game. Good review though.   

I agree with you and this occurred to me too; but as the figure does use the Series 2 Alien sculpt as a base and the narrow head has been inherited from that sculpt, I didn't let it bother me too much.  There's an endless list of items you could add to the differences between the Stompy figure and the in game character.  The feet aren't exact, the head is too narrow.  The number of vanes on the dorsal crest is wrong.  The jaws are ugly if you open them too wide... 

So let's step back from from the micro criticisms and take another look at the figure from a different perspective.  Let's take into account that this item is not being marketed as a scale model, or a reproduction maquette or intended to be a 100% accurate statue or statuette.  It's an action figure.  A relatively low priced mass produced commodity that just about anyone can afford. 

In this regard, it's earned its right to be recognised as a Collectible, yes.  Yet, in many ways, it might be a good idea to keep in mind it's still very much a glorified toy. 

I believe in terms of what the manufacturer, NECA, set out to achieve with this figure, they largely succeeded.  Of course it's not perfect and I have no problem with that but it is relatively accurate to a reasonable degree.  Accuracy is one thing - but striving for Absolute Perfection is for those who enjoy a challenge, or the foolhardy, or those who rarely finish anything. 

In the end, I'm glad this series was released.  This Series appeared over a year after the game had been released.  Many games are History at that point in their longevity.  We got 3 very cool action figures based on 'ALIEN Isolation'.  I think we were very lucky.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Apr 04, 2016, 04:44:54 AM
I see your point, and for what they are, yes they are much appreciated.

Quote from: Billium3 on Apr 03, 2016, 09:44:06 PM
I have to wonder if Neca will produce a Xenomorph based on its appearance in Mortal Kombat X, complete with arm blades. That'd be a pretty unique, yet easy reuse of parts for them; it'd perhaps be a good idea in a series with two humans like Newt and Vasquez.

That's doubtful to happen. As much as I can appreciate the design, I think I'm in the minority.

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/693915694094749697
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Darkness on Apr 04, 2016, 07:04:51 AM
Thanks for the review, Windebieste. I've only just started getting interested in figures and reading these reviews, makes me realise we need to be doing more of this sort of thing as well as reporting more news on NECA/Hot Toys stuff.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 04, 2016, 11:22:43 AM
Oh, for sure.  Not a problem.

In the meantime, I'm looking forward to...

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ce-wxtEWIAAfld9.jpg)

...1992!

This gon be gud or wut!  LOL!!

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Apr 04, 2016, 11:35:58 PM
I don't care what figure it comes with, I need a Neca smart gun
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 05, 2016, 01:10:26 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Apr 04, 2016, 11:35:58 PM
I don't care what figure it comes with, I need a Neca smart gun
Don't worry [Parker]....you'll get whatever's coming to you :)

I would think they would give Vaz one and Drake when they make him.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Apr 05, 2016, 07:53:41 AM
I think everyone can agree what we really need is a NECA Wierzbowski.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 05, 2016, 07:56:08 AM
I would love that!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on Apr 05, 2016, 07:12:39 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 03, 2016, 11:50:11 PM
Quote from: XENOMORPHOSIS on Apr 03, 2016, 07:46:01 PM
HR  Giggler.
Oh that did make me giggler to myself :)

Would anyone want to see other iteration of the Xeno are are you all just happy to stick with the Classic?
I'm a classic fan. I really only care for the Xenos from the first 3 movies. The rest look trashy to me.

Quote from: tmjhur on Apr 01, 2016, 09:37:17 PM
THere's a few Alien Neca figures I want to get but am concerned about buying knock offs on Ebay etc. Could anybody recommend a reliable and not ridiculously expensive online store that will deliver to Ireland/UK? Would be much appreciated thanks!
Check out http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/default.aspx
They ship internationally!

Thanks for letting me know. It's a bit too pricey for me though with international shipping costs.
Will have to stick to somewhere reliable on Ebay I think. Going to have a look in Forbidden Planet next week though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 05, 2016, 10:14:26 PM
Some people would argue that the use of the words 'reliable' and 'Ebay' appearing in the same sentence would be an oxymoron of the caliber of phrases like 'civil war' and 'military intelligence'.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 06, 2016, 07:58:58 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Apr 05, 2016, 10:14:26 PM
Some people would argue that the use of the words 'reliable' and 'Ebay' appearing in the same sentence would be an oxymoron of the caliber of phrases like 'civil war' and 'military intelligence'.

-Windebieste.
It really depends on the seller - I've been using eBay since like 2001 and have made thousands of purchases, of which I could count the negative experiences on one hand (and in all cases I got a full refund without any hassle). Ebay is really, really biased in favor of buyers.

Also I got the AvP Grid Alien figure today, and it's pretty excellent. I'm not sure how movie-accurate the netting design is, but it's still cool.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 06, 2016, 10:08:26 PM
My dealings with Ebay have largely been positive.  Nothing I could really complain about.  ...for others, though, it's not been so great an experience. 

NECA's figures are generally on the improve.  The sculpts and range of articulation have been noticeably better.  While I've never had any issues in regards to quality control, I've seen many an occasion where people have expressed dissatisfaction in this regard.  I'm hoping that NECA take this as valuable feedback to strive for improved product.

I'm on the fence as to whether I want to buy one of the NECA 'AvP' Aliens.  I like grid.  I enjoyed the movie.  It was Classic Boys Adventure themed material in the vein of Burroughs, Haggard or Doyle.  Romantic folly about a group of explorers visiting an hitherto unexplored part of the World and the wild and unconventional adventures they have there.  I found the movie much more approachable when viewed with this notion in mind.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: nchurch81 on Apr 07, 2016, 12:40:18 AM
I am totally going to be THAT fan boy and say that the hands on the alien aren't quite right.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on Apr 07, 2016, 09:06:32 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Apr 05, 2016, 10:14:26 PM
Some people would argue that the use of the words 'reliable' and 'Ebay' appearing in the same sentence would be an oxymoron of the caliber of phrases like 'civil war' and 'military intelligence'.

-Windebieste.
Well I ended up going to Forbidden Planet in Dublin today and got a few figures for reasonable prices.
Isolation Xeno, Alien Ripley with flame thrower and jonesy, and what seemed to be there last face hugged Dallas in stock (just had to pick this up, looks so cool). So it turns out the high street was cheaper than the internet this time.......this time!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 07, 2016, 09:35:30 PM
You can never gauge your luck unless you look.  Stompy is such a cool figure even it is largely a resculpt.  You just gotta have at least ONE Ripley in your collection.  As for the face hugged Dallas!  Wow!  Sometimes you can pick up rare items like that just by sheer luck!   ;)  I'm impressed!*

Speaking of luck, I did score a NECA 'AvP-R' Hybrid and maskless Wolf figure on Ebay here in Australia about a week ago.  They cost me AU$40 for the pair.  Sure, the Hybrid was missing it's stand but Wolf was otherwise complete (I think he's complete - it's hard to tell when there's several variants of a figure like this.) with a whip and combistick.  But hey, I'm not complaining.  Especially when they cost me around US$15 each - and that low cost included free postage.  I think that was a win considering how the loose Predalien figure alone can fetch up to double what both these items cost as a pair.

So yes. Hunting around is a good idea.

-Windebieste.

*I'm sure you meant Kane.  LOL.  But weird accidents and inadvertent variations can happen.  For all we know, you have a facehugged Kane packaged in Dallas' clamshell...  Now wouldn't that be an awesome item!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Apr 07, 2016, 09:54:21 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Apr 07, 2016, 09:35:30 PM

-Windebieste.

*I'm sure you meant Kane.  LOL.  But weird accidents and inadvertent variations can happen.  For all we know, you have a facehugged Kane packaged in Dallas' clamshell...  Now wouldn't that be an awesome item!
Two words if that is true... AFA, EBAY! ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on Apr 08, 2016, 12:27:20 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Apr 07, 2016, 09:35:30 PM
You can never gauge your luck unless you look.  Stompy is such a cool figure even it is largely a resculpt.  You just gotta have at least ONE Ripley in your collection.  As for the face hugged Dallas!  Wow!  Sometimes you can pick up rare items like that just by sheer luck!   ;)  I'm impressed!*

Speaking of luck, I did score a NECA 'AvP-R' Hybrid and maskless Wolf figure on Ebay here in Australia about a week ago.  They cost me AU$40 for the pair.  Sure, the Hybrid was missing it's stand but Wolf was otherwise complete (I think he's complete - it's hard to tell when there's several variants of a figure like this.) with a whip and combistick.  But hey, I'm not complaining.  Especially when they cost me around US$15 each - and that low cost included free postage.  I think that was a win considering how the loose Predalien figure alone can fetch up to double what both these items cost as a pair.

So yes. Hunting around is a good idea.

-Windebieste.

*I'm sure you meant Kane.  LOL.  But weird accidents and inadvertent variations can happen.  For all we know, you have a facehugged Kane packaged in Dallas' clamshell...  Now wouldn't that be an awesome item!
hahahahahah! out of sheer excitement I somehow typed Dallas. Yes of course I meant Kane, Kane Kane Kane Kane! Kane!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Apr 15, 2016, 08:37:48 AM
The new 2016 30th anniversary 1/4 scale Alien warrior from ALIENS claims to be movie-accurate.Looks like NECA  are reusing the  ribcage from last year's Big Chap figure-resulting in less ribs for the Cameron/Winston redesign,as well as the dorsal tubes not being placed higher up on the creature's back.Lazy,a figure this size should be accurate in every detail.

Not buying.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 18, 2016, 11:02:50 AM
"A fearsome figure that really stands out"?
https://www.lootcrate.com/specialty_crates_collections/aliens-crate (https://www.lootcrate.com/specialty_crates_collections/aliens-crate)

Anyone have any idea what that could be?  Anyone have any experience with Lootcrate?

I hate the idea of a figure I'd be really keen to get being tied up as an excluisve that's tough to get in the first place (like any Mondo exclusive) and will only be available at crazy after-market prices.

I hope it's just a goofy repaint or a glow in the dark item (... actually that would suck, I'd be really keen on a glow in the dark xenomorph).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 18, 2016, 11:09:22 AM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CgF58YVUAAUtpa8.jpg:large)

I have to say I'm really looking forward to seeing this Kenner piece.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 18, 2016, 12:40:15 PM
Quote from: Otter on Apr 18, 2016, 11:02:50 AM
"A fearsome figure that really stands out"?
https://www.lootcrate.com/specialty_crates_collections/aliens-crate (https://www.lootcrate.com/specialty_crates_collections/aliens-crate)

I hope it's just a goofy repaint or a glow in the dark item (... actually that would suck, I'd be really keen on a glow in the dark xenomorph).

Have NECA made a glow in the dark variety Alien?  I don't think they have.  It would be sweet if they did, hey.  I would hate to see it be an exclusive Loot Crate item, though.

We'll just have to wait and see...

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Apr 18, 2016, 09:50:23 PM
anyone here has any in hand pics of the 1/4th scale 79 Xeno from NECA? love to see what you guys think of it as I do hope to get it sometime at the end of the month
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 19, 2016, 07:14:49 AM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on Apr 18, 2016, 09:50:23 PM
anyone here has any in hand pics of the 1/4th scale 79 Xeno from NECA? love to see what you guys think of it as I do hope to get it sometime at the end of the month

http://www.avpgalaxy.net/website/articles/neca-14-scale-alien-figure-review/

Winde did a review of it a few months back.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Apr 19, 2016, 08:28:21 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Apr 19, 2016, 07:14:49 AM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on Apr 18, 2016, 09:50:23 PM
anyone here has any in hand pics of the 1/4th scale 79 Xeno from NECA? love to see what you guys think of it as I do hope to get it sometime at the end of the month

http://www.avpgalaxy.net/website/articles/neca-14-scale-alien-figure-review/

Winde did a review of it a few months back.

OH! good! thanks mate!

-titan

any chance NECA will ever do an Ultimate Alien figure? if so I hope they make the following chances.

1.change the head assymbly. this mostly is for the dome. why can't they make the dome complete instead of making a seem at the end of the head, shouldn't be difficult to have the dome completely wrap around the back of the head.

2. New Hands! I am TIRED of the same old hand molds for the aliens. especially the 79 alien. it's boring, often times I find myself swapping the hands the other way so the wider side with the thumbs are out more because I prefer that way more.

3. segmented balljointed tail. I can see why people would prefer the wire in the rubber tail. but rubber will decay, and as I have often experienced, the wire would often break or, come in package broken or poking through the tail. I get this costs more plastic, but it would be easier to maintain and work with. even at the cost of some movement.

4. Accessories. one of the biggest issues I have with NECA's Alien line is they never come with anything, no facehuggers, no eggs, no hive display stands, not even a "buy more of our toys!" catalogue that shows their other figures. more accessories would be nice, maybe even a support stand for those like me who found the design of the alien makes the figures top heavy. we can also appreciate swappable parts, maybe like with #2, we can have balljointed wrists and have swappable hands like the AVP preds have? maybe even battle damaged parts?

Well theres my ideas anyways. thats if NECA even DOES an ultimate alien series.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Apr 20, 2016, 04:48:53 AM
They won't. 

The Xenomorphs are ultimate already in their sculpt, paint, & articulation. 

What started the "ultimate" line was the idea and point of giving their TOP selling characters that have had multiple releases w/ mixed accessories and mixed amount of articulation a new and improved version that included those multiple accessories from all the previous releases along w/ the most amount of articulation. 

NOES & T2 were so 'old' they didn't have the current amount of articulation NECA is know for now.  Hence, the ultimate line started w/ them.

As for the accessories w/ aliens?  That will never ever happen.  Aliens & Predators will always out-sell ANY human ever.  Humans are given so many accessories to make them more desirable.  When you have a license where a creature is involved, all merch revolves around the creature first and foremost. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Apr 20, 2016, 10:51:16 AM
Quote from: slaysaliens on Apr 20, 2016, 04:48:53 AM
They won't. 

The Xenomorphs are ultimate already in their sculpt, paint, & articulation. 

What started the "ultimate" line was the idea and point of giving their TOP selling characters that have had multiple releases w/ mixed accessories and mixed amount of articulation a new and improved version that included those multiple accessories from all the previous releases along w/ the most amount of articulation. 

NOES & T2 were so 'old' they didn't have the current amount of articulation NECA is know for now.  Hence, the ultimate line started w/ them.

As for the accessories w/ aliens?  That will never ever happen.  Aliens & Predators will always out-sell ANY human ever.  Humans are given so many accessories to make them more desirable.  When you have a license where a creature is involved, all merch revolves around the creature first and foremost. 

I totally understand, but I disaggree with the aliens not having accessories. at most give us a display stand, somethig to hold the damn things up.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 20, 2016, 11:28:05 AM
Some of the figures do include display stands.  The Dog Alien and 'ALIEN: Isolation' figures (The figures that feature digitigrade legs with elongated feet.) each come with one.  The stands are barely serviceable for what they are, though, being too short to properly support the figure either by the tail or the thigh.  The stands really need to be tall enough to grasp the figure around the waste to be effective. 

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/alien-isolation-xenomorph-figure-05.jpg)

Stompy.  "Nice legs.  Shame about the face."*


Mind you, I do like the idea of a catalog being included with each figure.  That would be nice. 

-Windebieste.

*The Monks, 1979.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Apr 21, 2016, 01:03:32 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Apr 20, 2016, 11:28:05 AM
Some of the figures do include display stands.  The Dog Alien and 'ALIEN: Isolation' figures (The figures that feature digitigrade legs with elongated feet.) each come with one.  The stands are barely serviceable for what they are, though, being too short to properly support the figure either by the tail or the thigh.  The stands really need to be tall enough to grasp the figure around the waste to be effective. 

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/alien-isolation-xenomorph-figure-05.jpg)

Stompy.  "Nice legs.  Shame about the face."*


Mind you, I do like the idea of a catalog being included with each figure.  That would be nice. 

-Windebieste.

*The Monks, 1979.

Exactly, those display stands don't cut it. though I did find they work better for your plantigrade alien figures like Kane's son and the Alien Soldier (ALIENS), but I do wish they were more decorative with hive or grated flooring base. NECA did it before with he AVP-R line with those three piece display stands. maybe use a longer holding arm and a hinged clip. I guess one could just get tamashii stands or doll holding stands, but I'd rather the alien came with one.

and yeah, I think the early beast wars transformers and some other toy lines did this also. they had this catalog book that came with every toy and you can look through it and keep track of the ones you want, even maybe a collection book so you can check off which figures you have and which ones you want to get.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Apr 22, 2016, 12:44:02 AM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Apr 15, 2016, 08:37:48 AM
The new 2016 30th anniversary 1/4 scale Alien warrior from ALIENS claims to be movie-accurate.Looks like NECA  are reusing the  ribcage from last year's Big Chap figure-resulting in less ribs for the Cameron/Winston redesign,as well as the dorsal tubes not being placed higher up on the creature's back.Lazy,a figure this size should be accurate in every detail.

Not buying.
The Neca figure is based off of the action suit which I believe only had 6 ribs. I hope the do a version of the puppet eventually.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fuploads.tapatalk-cdn.com%2F20160422%2Fc9e65a59a047f9969e76cc2eed3a45af.jpg&hash=af3b056c6c534c03227d8ce0f17139f7e31317d1)

Sent from my SM-G870W using Tapatalk

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 22, 2016, 03:38:29 AM
The display stands aren't great, that's for sure.  I guess if all else fails, you could always make your own.  It's not hard.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi613.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt211%2Fwindebieste%2FDisplayStand_1.jpg&hash=de14361f1927ce8581023fc1136cb2ebe98813ba)

Two pieces of wood, some glue, a couple of screws and then paint the whole assembly black.  Then tether the figure to the post and it works as a basic, secure display stand

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Darkness on Apr 22, 2016, 04:25:38 PM
NECA have now revealed their Toys 'r Us exclusive Ripley Kenner Tribute figure.

http://necaonline.com/56140/licenses/movies/alien/all-the-details-on-the-alien-day-exclusive-kenner-tribute-ripley-action-figure/?utm_campaign=426ripleyreveal&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F04%2FKenner_Ripley1.jpg&hash=92009af9f223e35ac986f7418c3bf33d0e7f92b6)

QuoteCelebrate Alien Day 2016 with a special edition tribute to the classic Kenner Ripley figure from the early '90s! Lt. Ellen Ripley comes with bandolier and smartgun accessories, plus a commemorative reprint of the Dark Horse mini-comic that was included with the original release in 1993. The 7-inch scale figure features the likeness of Sigourney Weaver, and has over 25 points of articulation. The blister card packaging is an homage to the classic as well, and features a collectible file card with bio.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: sir_bobos on Apr 22, 2016, 07:19:17 PM
Pretty much gotta get it for the Smartgun right? To bad it doesn't have the chest rig.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Apr 22, 2016, 07:32:16 PM
Damn that's pretty cool looking! Nice that she comes with a smart gun but that bothers me at the same time because the Kenner figure didn't come with one. I was expecting to see a flamethrower so slight disappointment on that part but the figure itself is alright.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 22, 2016, 07:42:45 PM
Quote from: XenoZipper on Apr 22, 2016, 07:32:16 PM
Damn that's pretty cool looking! Nice that she comes with a smart gun but that bothers me at the same time because the Kenner figure didn't come with one. I was expecting to see a flamethrower so slight disappointment on that part but the figure itself is alright.
Yeah, the lack of a flamethrower is a dealbreaker for me. The figure itself is an effective repaint, I'm surprised how well it works with just the stock 'Aliens' Ripley body and a new scarf. But the toy's flamethrower was a huge part of what made that figure as cool as it was, it's a shame they didn't include it when their other Kenner homage figures like Renegade Predator had a bunch of custom (and accurate) accessories.

I'll wait for the announced Vasquez figure in order to get the smartgun.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LordCassusSnow on Apr 22, 2016, 08:27:43 PM
Yeah, i was really disappointed that neca ended up keeping the smart gun when the original figure had a flamethrower. Though Neca has made big mistakes in the past. Their dog alien not being able to completely look up while on all fours, the engineers and Avp preds not being in scale with their other figures. The only thing keeping that company afloat are their aliens and predator lines. I imagine neca going under as soon as they run out of ideas and varients.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 22, 2016, 09:13:14 PM
At the rate they're going, I doubt they'll run out of ideas or variants in the next decade though. :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Apr 22, 2016, 09:47:05 PM
Does anyone know or have any info as to whether we will get a resurrection 'Alien' ? 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 22, 2016, 10:31:16 PM
I would have liked to see NECA's take on Kenner Ripley's flamethrower too, but I'll likely just give her (if I can find her) my Power Loader Ripley's flamethrower... it's not like she needs it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LordCassusSnow on Apr 22, 2016, 10:51:28 PM
Haha true! Always missing their original release dates


Resurrection is planned for 2017
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Apr 22, 2016, 11:54:36 PM
Might have to pick one up, for nostalgia reasons above all. If anyone (overseas) wants one, let me know and I will pick em up. If limited supply allows. :P

I like the smartgun btw. Sure it's not the flamethrower, but let's just have some fun here for Aliens day!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Apr 23, 2016, 12:37:40 AM
Quote from: ts124 on Apr 22, 2016, 12:44:02 AM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Apr 15, 2016, 08:37:48 AM
The new 2016 30th anniversary 1/4 scale Alien warrior from ALIENS claims to be movie-accurate.Looks like NECA  are reusing the  ribcage from last year's Big Chap figure-resulting in less ribs for the Cameron/Winston redesign,as well as the dorsal tubes not being placed higher up on the creature's back.Lazy,a figure this size should be accurate in every detail.

Not buying.
The Neca figure is based off of the action suit which I believe only had 6 ribs. I hope the do a version of the puppet eventually.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fuploads.tapatalk-cdn.com%2F20160422%2Fc9e65a59a047f9969e76cc2eed3a45af.jpg&hash=af3b056c6c534c03227d8ce0f17139f7e31317d1)

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I would have preferred the puppet version with 8 ribs and elbow spikes,but you're right about the action suit,even though i can't help feeling NECA chose the action suit version simply for the convenient reuse of parts from last year's Big Chap-the lower (incorrect) placement of the dorsal tubes confirms it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 23, 2016, 12:39:33 AM
I believe this is where I start becoming very picky on buying NECA toys. I never had Kenner toys when I was younger so they don't appeal to me but I bought them anyways and now I'm starting to humor selling them and just buying movie and game figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: sir_bobos on Apr 23, 2016, 01:24:35 AM
Maybe NECA blended the Kenner Ripley with the ALIENS arcade game where she started with the Smartgun.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 23, 2016, 02:42:25 PM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Apr 22, 2016, 11:54:36 PM
Might have to pick one up, for nostalgia reasons above all. If anyone (overseas) wants one, let me know and I will pick em up. If limited supply allows. :P

I like the smartgun btw. Sure it's not the flamethrower, but let's just have some fun here for Aliens day!

I'll get in on that please, Fury.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LordCassusSnow on Apr 23, 2016, 02:58:09 PM
I doubt Neca will do a version of the Alien warrior that looks like a guy in a costume. The versions we have are pretty accurate to what it was supposed to look like if it were a real Xeno. Though i would have liked a bit more articulation in their Aliens n Preds so i could get them in awesome realistic crouching poses.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Apr 23, 2016, 03:33:08 PM
Quote from: Darkness on Apr 22, 2016, 04:25:38 PM
NECA have now revealed their Toys 'r Us exclusive Ripley Kenner Tribute figure.

http://necaonline.com/56140/licenses/movies/alien/all-the-details-on-the-alien-day-exclusive-kenner-tribute-ripley-action-figure/?utm_campaign=426ripleyreveal&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F04%2FKenner_Ripley1.jpg&hash=92009af9f223e35ac986f7418c3bf33d0e7f92b6)

QuoteCelebrate Alien Day 2016 with a special edition tribute to the classic Kenner Ripley figure from the early '90s! Lt. Ellen Ripley comes with bandolier and smartgun accessories, plus a commemorative reprint of the Dark Horse mini-comic that was included with the original release in 1993. The 7-inch scale figure features the likeness of Sigourney Weaver, and has over 25 points of articulation. The blister card packaging is an homage to the classic as well, and features a collectible file card with bio.

I was gonna get this figure just for the smart gun, but without the chest plate and the rig I think I'll wait till I see if they announce a Vaz or Drake with the new series.
Neca's smart gun has some pretty good detail, but I think my custom ones can hold their own until we get an actual smartgunner
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1361.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fr676%2FJokersWarPig92%2FDSCN4730_zpsc95cd077.jpg&hash=06a4487abe2fd6e4784702eddcdb78def1a3472d) (http://s1361.photobucket.com/user/JokersWarPig92/media/DSCN4730_zpsc95cd077.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 24, 2016, 02:02:04 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Apr 23, 2016, 03:33:08 PM
Quote from: Darkness on Apr 22, 2016, 04:25:38 PM
NECA have now revealed their Toys 'r Us exclusive Ripley Kenner Tribute figure.

http://necaonline.com/56140/licenses/movies/alien/all-the-details-on-the-alien-day-exclusive-kenner-tribute-ripley-action-figure/?utm_campaign=426ripleyreveal&utm_source=necafbgplus&utm_medium=social

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F04%2FKenner_Ripley1.jpg&hash=92009af9f223e35ac986f7418c3bf33d0e7f92b6)

QuoteCelebrate Alien Day 2016 with a special edition tribute to the classic Kenner Ripley figure from the early '90s! Lt. Ellen Ripley comes with bandolier and smartgun accessories, plus a commemorative reprint of the Dark Horse mini-comic that was included with the original release in 1993. The 7-inch scale figure features the likeness of Sigourney Weaver, and has over 25 points of articulation. The blister card packaging is an homage to the classic as well, and features a collectible file card with bio.

I was gonna get this figure just for the smart gun, but without the chest plate and the rig I think I'll wait till I see if they announce a Vaz or Drake with the new series.
Neca's smart gun has some pretty good detail, but I think my custom ones can hold their own until we get an actual smartgunner
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1361.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fr676%2FJokersWarPig92%2FDSCN4730_zpsc95cd077.jpg&hash=06a4487abe2fd6e4784702eddcdb78def1a3472d) (http://s1361.photobucket.com/user/JokersWarPig92/media/DSCN4730_zpsc95cd077.jpg.html)
Vasquez has been announced, no word on Drake.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 25, 2016, 11:39:53 AM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Apr 22, 2016, 11:54:36 PM
If anyone (overseas) wants one, let me know and I will pick em up. If limited supply allows. :P

I might be keen too.  Checking local distribution here in Australia, but it's not looking good. :(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 25, 2016, 01:00:06 PM
http://www.avpgalaxy.net/website/articles/xenomorph-prototype-suit-review/

Just uploaded Winde's new review of the Prototype Suit figure from Series 7.


http://www.cobrashadowjoes.com/2016/04/neca-toys-kenner-ripley-figure-review.html

(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yldZDZtfZBk/Vx17v620iDI/AAAAAAAAC74/eGoittpLUBc-r12KwoPsiSZMUh6951A6wCLcB/s1600/IMG_8145.PNG)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elcapitan on Apr 26, 2016, 06:45:44 AM
Darn doesn't look like there are plans for UK distribution at mo. Would have been better with original flamethrower... Smart gun looks a bit weedy. Hopefully they will continue through the kenner line  :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 26, 2016, 08:41:16 AM
I feel like I read a tweet that she will be available worldwide; certainly in the UK.  Just no details as of yet, and maybe not to conincide with "Alien Day".
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 26, 2016, 08:51:03 AM
Yeah, she'll be available worldwide - just the TRU release is US only.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 26, 2016, 12:34:41 PM
Well, doesn't look like I'll be able to get the Reebok stompers here in Austalia. :( Not that I'd ever wear them, and they are an odd display piece unless you collect sneakers (which I don't), so it's probably a good thing.

I hope to hear some good news about NECA's distribution soon.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 26, 2016, 02:35:44 PM
Posted by Carrie Henn on Twitter.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cg-WLlDUUAQ6E5S.jpg:large)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cg-NV2HVEAEWXmV.jpg:large)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Apr 26, 2016, 02:52:06 PM
Well, I went to TRU and they did not have any Ripleys when they opened (I was the first person in the store btw). However, they said that there might be some on the UPS truck later this afternoon, so I will keep you posted. Ripley is already sold out on the online TRU... :(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 26, 2016, 03:00:06 PM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Apr 26, 2016, 02:52:06 PM
Well, I went to TRU and they did not have any Ripleys when they opened (I was the first person in the store btw). However, they said that there might be some on the UPS truck later this afternoon, so I will keep you posted.

Thanks.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 26, 2016, 03:08:55 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cg-jjpSUUAEttz2.jpg:large)

https://twitter.com/RealCarrieHenn/status/724977932242808832
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Apr 26, 2016, 03:10:02 PM
Love the fact they included the Helmet!  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 26, 2016, 03:17:57 PM
It is immensely cute.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Apr 26, 2016, 03:26:44 PM
The inclusion of the photo is a nice tough, I thought.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 26, 2016, 03:58:16 PM
She's gonna be an SDCC exclusive. Will be available online during the con too.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 26, 2016, 04:08:09 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Apr 26, 2016, 03:58:16 PM
She's gonna be an SDCC exclusive. Will be available online during the con too.
Speaking of SDCC exclusives, do we know if NECA is planning an SDCC Predator this year?

I missed out on their Ambush Predator, I'm still pretty bummed about that (and trying to refrain from biting the bullet and paying ebay prices)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 26, 2016, 08:16:45 PM
Is the helmet a separate pece, or is it part of an alternate head sculpt?

How tricky are SDCC exclusives to get if you aren't going to the con?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Apr 26, 2016, 08:47:33 PM
Quote from: Otter on Apr 26, 2016, 08:16:45 PM
Is the helmet a separate pece, or is it part of an alternate head sculpt?

How tricky are SDCC exclusives to get if you aren't going to the con?

Separate.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 26, 2016, 09:35:50 PM
Cool!

I hope it fits Hicks.  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Apr 26, 2016, 09:40:52 PM
Vasquez tease is up!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 27, 2016, 12:26:06 AM
Quote from: drsmuts on Apr 26, 2016, 09:40:52 PM
Vasquez tease is up!

Links people!  :laugh:

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cg_7O58W0AUOhJr.jpg:large)

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/725074298663219201
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Apr 27, 2016, 01:12:21 AM
So someone said they were saddened that Newt was a SDCC exclusive and this is what Carrie & Randy said:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1093.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi435%2Fslaysghosts%2FScreen%2520shot%25202016-04-26%2520at%25209.02.28%2520PM_zpsn4fztf3d.png&hash=0170aaedf46ce6b1f40014bd93448e3b7ac95144) (http://s1093.photobucket.com/user/slaysghosts/media/Screen%20shot%202016-04-26%20at%209.02.28%20PM_zpsn4fztf3d.png.html)

Thing to remember is that Newt is a 100% newly tooled figure.  NECA will probably do a worldwide release of her outside of an SDCC exclusive.  The SDCC will probably have certain accessories that the general release will not include.

I don't think we need to be worried about this.  NECA has never done a whole new character as only an exclusive.

Also:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1093.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi435%2Fslaysghosts%2FScreen%2520shot%25202016-04-26%2520at%25209.09.23%2520PM_zpsknpufqzb.png&hash=d214530aca723c0a016a59cd920ced315a9f8eea) (http://s1093.photobucket.com/user/slaysghosts/media/Screen%20shot%202016-04-26%20at%209.09.23%20PM_zpsknpufqzb.png.html)

Could be Drake since they already sculpted the smart gun!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Apr 27, 2016, 03:16:21 AM
Quote from: slaysaliens on Apr 27, 2016, 01:12:21 AM
So someone said they were saddened that Newt was a SDCC exclusive and this is what Carrie & Randy said:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1093.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi435%2Fslaysghosts%2FScreen%2520shot%25202016-04-26%2520at%25209.02.28%2520PM_zpsn4fztf3d.png&hash=0170aaedf46ce6b1f40014bd93448e3b7ac95144) (http://s1093.photobucket.com/user/slaysghosts/media/Screen%20shot%202016-04-26%20at%209.02.28%20PM_zpsn4fztf3d.png.html)

Thing to remember is that Newt is a 100% newly tooled figure.  NECA will probably do a worldwide release of her outside of an SDCC exclusive.  The SDCC will probably have certain accessories that the general release will not include.

I don't think we need to be worried about this.  NECA has never done a whole new character as only an exclusive.

Also:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1093.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi435%2Fslaysghosts%2FScreen%2520shot%25202016-04-26%2520at%25209.09.23%2520PM_zpsknpufqzb.png&hash=d214530aca723c0a016a59cd920ced315a9f8eea) (http://s1093.photobucket.com/user/slaysghosts/media/Screen%20shot%202016-04-26%20at%209.09.23%20PM_zpsknpufqzb.png.html)

Could be Drake since they already sculpted the smart gun!

HOLY SH&T! Drake is coming! :o
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Apr 27, 2016, 03:39:33 AM
I'm sold on Vaz. If they also do Drake I'll buy 3 of him, one to keep and 2 to update my current smart gunners
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 27, 2016, 04:28:31 AM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Apr 27, 2016, 03:16:21 AM
Quote from: slaysaliens on Apr 27, 2016, 01:12:21 AM
So someone said they were saddened that Newt was a SDCC exclusive and this is what Carrie & Randy said:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1093.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi435%2Fslaysghosts%2FScreen%2520shot%25202016-04-26%2520at%25209.02.28%2520PM_zpsn4fztf3d.png&hash=0170aaedf46ce6b1f40014bd93448e3b7ac95144) (http://s1093.photobucket.com/user/slaysghosts/media/Screen%20shot%202016-04-26%20at%209.02.28%20PM_zpsn4fztf3d.png.html)

Thing to remember is that Newt is a 100% newly tooled figure.  NECA will probably do a worldwide release of her outside of an SDCC exclusive.  The SDCC will probably have certain accessories that the general release will not include.

I don't think we need to be worried about this.  NECA has never done a whole new character as only an exclusive.

Also:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1093.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi435%2Fslaysghosts%2FScreen%2520shot%25202016-04-26%2520at%25209.09.23%2520PM_zpsknpufqzb.png&hash=d214530aca723c0a016a59cd920ced315a9f8eea) (http://s1093.photobucket.com/user/slaysghosts/media/Screen%20shot%202016-04-26%20at%209.09.23%20PM_zpsknpufqzb.png.html)

Could be Drake since they already sculpted the smart gun!

HOLY SH&T! Drake is coming! :o
actually it's obviously Crowe (RIP Tip Tipping)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Apr 27, 2016, 06:57:56 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Apr 27, 2016, 12:26:06 AM


Links people!  :laugh:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cg_7O58W0AUOhJr.jpg:large

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/725074298663219201

Sorry! I was having some phone issues and couldn't link it.  :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: El Diablo on Apr 27, 2016, 08:22:31 AM
The other marine is Frost.

Ricco Ross was in attendance at the ALIENS screening in Los Angeles tonight and confirmed he'd seen the prototype of his upcoming action figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 27, 2016, 08:32:45 AM
Quote from: El Diablo on Apr 27, 2016, 08:22:31 AM
The other marine is Frost.

Ricco Ross was in attendance at the ALIENS screening in Los Angeles tonight and confirmed he'd seen the prototype of his upcoming action figure.

Ah, fantastic! Nice to see more likenesses being granted to them. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 27, 2016, 08:33:52 AM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Apr 22, 2016, 11:54:36 PM
If anyone (overseas) wants one, let me know and I will pick em up.

Thanks for thinking of us... but an Aussie online retailer will be getting this so I will be all good.

Really appreciate the offer though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 27, 2016, 03:13:47 PM
Quote from: El Diablo on Apr 27, 2016, 08:22:31 AM
The other marine is Frost.

Ricco Ross was in attendance at the ALIENS screening in Los Angeles tonight and confirmed he'd seen the prototype of his upcoming action figure.
I wonder if he'll come with an ammo bag as an accessory. :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Apr 27, 2016, 03:46:12 PM
Any ideas what the neca item in the loot crate box was?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Apr 27, 2016, 03:50:47 PM
Was that a NECA figure? I ordered the loot crate but no real clues as to what the figure is.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Apr 27, 2016, 04:00:34 PM
No clue.  You'll have to let us know when you get it!   ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 27, 2016, 04:26:48 PM
Quote from: lightsyder on Apr 27, 2016, 03:46:12 PM
Any ideas what the neca item in the loot crate box was?
Based on the teaser image NECA posted on instagram, my prediction is "glow in the dark Alien eggs".
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Apr 27, 2016, 04:40:56 PM
Spoiler
I've heard its a carton of alien eggs,
[close]

but i'll let everyone know when mine gets here.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 27, 2016, 04:44:24 PM
Quote from: 420Buddy on Apr 27, 2016, 04:40:56 PM
I've heard its a carton of alien eggs, but i'll let everyone know when mine gets here.
As will I. Please post spoiler warnings!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 27, 2016, 08:35:47 PM
Does anyone have any Loot Crate experience? Have NECA been involved before? How exclusive are the "exclusives".

I have so far bought/ordered all of NECA's Aliens figures (but only two from the other films) and don't want to miss out (or pay through the nose on ebay) for a legitimate Aliens figure.  But I would be disappointed if it wasn't from Aliens, or was a hokey repaint like an all silver warrior or something.

I get that the surprise is the whole point, but is there any way to really speculate?  Randy hasn't dropped any hints?  I couldn't find anything online.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Apr 27, 2016, 08:38:27 PM
Spoiler
Pretty sure yesterday  I saw a twitter pic teazed by NECA of what looked like an egg carton
[close]
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 27, 2016, 08:38:53 PM
It won't be a full-on 7" action figure in the lootcrate, but Lootcrate stuff does tend to actually be exclusive.

Like I mentioned, NECA posted a photo on Instagram that seemed to show the cardboard "egg carton", but with the "Lootcrate" logo on it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 27, 2016, 08:43:35 PM
Quote from: 420Buddy on Apr 27, 2016, 04:40:56 PM
Spoiler
I've heard its a carton of alien eggs,
[close]

See, I'd be disappointed in that.  We have it already.

Will the Loot Crate still be available by the time that people have received theirs and can confirm the contents?
Again, I get that that's not the point, but I haev zero experience with Loot Crate.  ???
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Apr 27, 2016, 08:46:51 PM
I would be a lil disappointed because I don't have any NECA figures and I had been crossing my fingers for an alien figure, but oh well.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 27, 2016, 10:13:22 PM
Quote from: Otter on Apr 27, 2016, 08:43:35 PM
Will the Loot Crate still be available by the time that people have received theirs and can confirm the contents?
Again, I get that that's not the point, but I haev zero experience with Loot Crate.  ???
No, by the time it starts shipping, it won't be available to buy anymore (either by design, or by being sold out).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 28, 2016, 02:20:48 AM
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 28, 2016, 03:57:40 AM
Cool video.  Good job.  This neatly compliments my take (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/website/articles/xenomorph-prototype-suit-review/) on the same figure.  I really like it.  It does feel like NECA are exploiting their already established Series 2 sculpt and the figure can be mistaken for a quick and dirty cash grab; but the whole translucent feature does have great appeal when displayed with a back lit light source. 

You should try it!  This is where the figure really holds its own.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Darkness on Apr 28, 2016, 08:31:22 PM
Jenette Goldstein has shared a proper view of her figure head:

https://twitter.com/jenettebras/status/725742586917359616
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Apr 28, 2016, 10:08:35 PM
Dang man! All dose detales! :D (I hope you read that in her voice LOL!)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Apr 28, 2016, 10:29:01 PM
Quote from: LordCassusSnow on Apr 23, 2016, 02:58:09 PM
I doubt Neca will do a version of the Alien warrior that looks like a guy in a costume. The versions we have are pretty accurate to what it was supposed to look like if it were a real Xeno. Though i would have liked a bit more articulation in their Aliens n Preds so i could get them in awesome realistic crouching poses.

I actually wouldn't mind a special edition action figure of the Dog Alien with plantigrade legs.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fvignette1.wikia.nocookie.net%2Favp%2Fimages%2F4%2F49%2FAlien_3_2013_XenoFox.jpg%2Frevision%2Flatest%3Fcb%3D20130921105434&hash=cc49e000a6489358e965b94242828340278c4d35)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 29, 2016, 04:11:42 AM
Potential future 'concept' figure?  Extant Dog Alien sculpt, maybe with series 2 Alien legs..? 

Would NECA re-purpose their moulds to do that kind of thing..????

Um... yeah.  I guess they would.  ;)

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 29, 2016, 06:59:18 AM
I bought the Alien Isolation xenomorph figure from an ebay seller in China, new in the packaging, and it just arrived today. The lower jaw is visibly all cockeyed in the packaging, which is kind of a disappointment given how long I waited for it to get here.

Anyone have any experience with NECA's customer service with this sort of stuff? I haven't even opened the packaging yet, and I'm hesitant to complain to the eBay seller partly because he's Chinese and doesn't speak English, partly because I really don't want to wait for the turnaround time of mailing the figure back and getting a replacement just for that replacement to potentially be defective too (and the associated hassle in getting reimbursed on shipping fees, etc), and partly because it's not the eBay seller's fault - it's NECA's fault, the figure is visibly messed up in the packaging and it's not due to improper shipping or anything like that.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 29, 2016, 09:35:22 AM
Are there any knockoffs known to be coming out of China?

I bought a set of black and white Ninja Turtles from a seller in China and they all turned yellow.  I figure they were a cheaply made knockoff... but I can't be certain.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 29, 2016, 09:43:04 AM
Apparently there are quite a few Chinese knock-offs. You can try Tweeting the NECA account, he'll be able to pass any opinion and point you too the Customer Service account.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 29, 2016, 12:50:52 PM
Quote from: Otter on Apr 29, 2016, 09:35:22 AM
Are there any knockoffs known to be coming out of China?

I bought a set of black and white Ninja Turtles from a seller in China and they all turned yellow.  I figure they were a cheaply made knockoff... but I can't be certain.
Was yours new in the packaging, though?

Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Apr 29, 2016, 09:43:04 AM
Apparently there are quite a few Chinese knock-offs. You can try Tweeting the NECA account, he'll be able to pass any opinion and point you too the Customer Service account.
I sent them a tweet yesterday evening and didn't get a response. :( I'll shoot him another tweet now.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on Apr 29, 2016, 01:32:22 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Apr 29, 2016, 12:50:52 PM
Quote from: Otter on Apr 29, 2016, 09:35:22 AM
Are there any knockoffs known to be coming out of China?

I bought a set of black and white Ninja Turtles from a seller in China and they all turned yellow.  I figure they were a cheaply made knockoff... but I can't be certain.
Was yours new in the packaging, though?

Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Apr 29, 2016, 09:43:04 AM
Apparently there are quite a few Chinese knock-offs. You can try Tweeting the NECA account, he'll be able to pass any opinion and point you too the Customer Service account.
I sent them a tweet yesterday evening and didn't get a response. :( I'll shoot him another tweet now.
What seller did you buy from?
I bought from a Hong Kong seller. Awaiting my delivery, their feedback was high and their Neca feedbacks were fine.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 29, 2016, 01:52:56 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Apr 29, 2016, 12:50:52 PM

Was yours new in the packaging, though?


Yup.  Sure was.  Still is.  Pulled it out of storage a couple of years later.  All the limbs had yellowed.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 29, 2016, 03:17:33 PM
Quote from: tmjhur on Apr 29, 2016, 01:32:22 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Apr 29, 2016, 12:50:52 PM
Quote from: Otter on Apr 29, 2016, 09:35:22 AM
Are there any knockoffs known to be coming out of China?

I bought a set of black and white Ninja Turtles from a seller in China and they all turned yellow.  I figure they were a cheaply made knockoff... but I can't be certain.
Was yours new in the packaging, though?

Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Apr 29, 2016, 09:43:04 AM
Apparently there are quite a few Chinese knock-offs. You can try Tweeting the NECA account, he'll be able to pass any opinion and point you too the Customer Service account.
I sent them a tweet yesterday evening and didn't get a response. :( I'll shoot him another tweet now.
What seller did you buy from?
I bought from a Hong Kong seller. Awaiting my delivery, their feedback was high and their Neca feedbacks were fine.
I'll get the exact seller name when I get home.

Anyway I took a gamble and opened the figure up and was able to straighten the jaw out (the lower jaw had popped loose from the socket, I've had it happen with other NECA Aliens). All the joints are tight, paint apps are good, if it's a bootleg then it's a really high-quality one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on Apr 29, 2016, 03:22:20 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Apr 29, 2016, 03:17:33 PM
Quote from: tmjhur on Apr 29, 2016, 01:32:22 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Apr 29, 2016, 12:50:52 PM
Quote from: Otter on Apr 29, 2016, 09:35:22 AM
Are there any knockoffs known to be coming out of China?

I bought a set of black and white Ninja Turtles from a seller in China and they all turned yellow.  I figure they were a cheaply made knockoff... but I can't be certain.
Was yours new in the packaging, though?

Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Apr 29, 2016, 09:43:04 AM
Apparently there are quite a few Chinese knock-offs. You can try Tweeting the NECA account, he'll be able to pass any opinion and point you too the Customer Service account.
I sent them a tweet yesterday evening and didn't get a response. :( I'll shoot him another tweet now.
What seller did you buy from?
I bought from a Hong Kong seller. Awaiting my delivery, their feedback was high and their Neca feedbacks were fine.
I'll get the exact seller name when I get home.

Anyway I took a gamble and opened the figure up and was able to straighten the jaw out (the lower jaw had popped loose from the socket, I've had it happen with other NECA Aliens). All the joints are tight, paint apps are good, if it's a bootleg then it's a really high-quality one.
Cool that's good to hear.
The thing about Neca is the products are made in China anyway and the bootlegs are made from the legit factory molds.
Even official Neca products have manufacturing defaults anyway, my face-huggered Kane has wet paint issues which is a problem across the board for that particular figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Darkness on Apr 29, 2016, 05:59:37 PM
NECA's released an image of their Frost figure.

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/726107310385422337

Part of Series 9 for August release.

And I don't know what this is based on:

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/726108608916774912
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Apr 29, 2016, 06:28:15 PM
Aliens albino drone from original Aliens script.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 29, 2016, 07:09:27 PM
I talked about it in that last recording. The tongue was for making hive gunk.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Darkness on Apr 29, 2016, 07:16:41 PM
It wasn't supposed to be that big though, was it?

And I didn't know it had a really long tongue.

I don't know if you've played Starcraft, but I always pictured those drones as the creatures that harvest minerals and gas for the Zerg. They look a little like big facehuggers.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Apr 29, 2016, 07:20:17 PM
Don't think I dig that Albino Alien at all. Tongue is just weird & seems overly long. If they're gonna go that far & start making toys out of concept ideas then I hope to see more Kenner styled Aliens in the future. A redo of the Bull Alien, Gorilla n such. Frost looks decent at least.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on Apr 29, 2016, 07:27:00 PM
Albino Drone reminds me a lot of The Licker in Resident Evil.

Think I'll have to get Vasquez though! So cool!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: RakaiThwei on Apr 29, 2016, 07:37:32 PM
Another white Alien... Okay! I'm gonna get it! Why? Just for the oddity which it is!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomorphine on Apr 29, 2016, 07:45:54 PM
I don't recall the inner mouth being described as that long, but it's been a while. Does anybody have the descriptive quote to hand?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Darkness on Apr 29, 2016, 07:49:54 PM
INT. EGG CHAMBER

Ripley awakens, struggles to move.

A drone is excreting cocoon material over her, anchoring her body to the wall of death.

The drone is a small albino version of the Alien creature.
Where the warrior has a set of striking teeth within its head, the drone has an excreting probe, like an organic stucco-gun.

The air is thick with steam.
Figures move back and forth, carrying eggs one way, returning empty.
Evacuation.

The taller silhouettes of warriors can be seen, moving with nightmarish grace.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LordCassusSnow on Apr 29, 2016, 08:15:18 PM
Neca really needs to do more research into their figures. Im surprised more of the community dont voice their opinions on Neca's twitter page. Then again Randy will probably just ignore your complaints as hes a tyrant lol. What Neca really needs now is the license for Drake. Then we can get a full kenner marines tribute from them! Also, was really hoping Newt came with a queen facehugger accessory to put around her face  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 29, 2016, 08:21:20 PM
Frost looks fantastic. He's not my first pick for remaining marines, but I'll definitely be getting him.  From that image he could be one of the best likenesses so far.  This is turning into a great year.  And I was supposed to be paring back the collecting!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Apr 29, 2016, 09:33:47 PM
Quote from: LordCassusSnow on Apr 29, 2016, 08:15:18 PM
Neca really needs to do more research into their figures. Im surprised more of the community dont voice their opinions on Neca's twitter page. Then again Randy will probably just ignore your complaints as hes a tyrant lol. What Neca really needs now is the license for Drake. Then we can get a full kenner marines tribute from them! Also, was really hoping Newt came with a queen facehugger accessory to put around her face  ;D

So...no positives at all for you in Vasquez, Frost etc?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Apr 29, 2016, 09:35:26 PM
NECA should do the "Box Alien" as a concept figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 29, 2016, 09:43:32 PM
Vazquez looks stunning...  and looks like she's worth getting.  Will the smartgun be the same sculpt as the Kenner tribute Ripley accessory?

Love the anemic Xeno!  No doubt, this appearance is the result of its blood containing too much acid instead of hemogloben.  lol. 

Yes.  It reminds me of 'Resident Evil's licker as well.  On the other hand, Giger was a very practical designer.  He did state that the elongated head was justification to house a very long tongue.  The albino's tongue here looks like it's very elastic and is being displayed at its full length on the figure. 

I'm guessing, like the tail, it will have a wire core and be a flexible body part.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Number13 on Apr 29, 2016, 09:52:39 PM
Why out of all the Alien figures did the Newt figure, the one I wanted the most, have to be SDCC exclusive? Don't answer that. I'm pretty sure they thought that it wouldn't sell very well if it was mass produced and decided to make a limited number. Oh well. The Ahab Predator was exclusive and I can still get that on that on ebay, it's twice as much, so there might still be hope. All in good time.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Apr 29, 2016, 10:22:53 PM
Quote from: LordCassusSnow on Apr 29, 2016, 08:15:18 PM
Neca really needs to do more research into their figures. Im surprised more of the community dont voice their opinions on Neca's twitter page. Then again Randy will probably just ignore your complaints as hes a tyrant lol. What Neca really needs now is the license for Drake. Then we can get a full kenner marines tribute from them! Also, was really hoping Newt came with a queen facehugger accessory to put around her face  ;D
Quote from: Darkness on Apr 29, 2016, 07:49:54 PM
INT. EGG CHAMBER

Weres this from?


Ripley awakens, struggles to move.

A drone is excreting cocoon material over her, anchoring her body to the wall of death.

The drone is a small albino version of the Alien creature.
Where the warrior has a set of striking teeth within its head, the drone has an excreting probe, like an organic stucco-gun.

The air is thick with steam.
Figures move back and forth, carrying eggs one way, returning empty.
Evacuation.

The taller silhouettes of warriors can be seen, moving with nightmarish grace.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Apr 29, 2016, 11:06:56 PM
That albino alien is the stuff of f**king nightmares  ;D ;D
I'm digging it a lot, loved how Vaz looked and Frost looks to be on point as well. I'm glad they fixed the helmet camo since they messed up Hudsons.  I've skipped the past few alien lines but this one I'll pick up in its entirety.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LordCassusSnow on Apr 29, 2016, 11:45:38 PM
Drsmuts, im actually planning on building three four tier glass cabinets for my neca figures. One themed for Aliens, one themed for Engineers and one themed for Predators. Each shelf will display a different diorama with its own title and custom lighting and backgrounds. Unfortunately since Neca's figures are so big i've been having to constantly make compromises by changing my list of figures and think of different diorama schemes. As of now, i have no plans to include any marines from Aliens. I do, however, have plans for any Kenner tribute marines and aliens Neca has planned in the near future for one diorama i'm calling Bio-Mechanoids. As for this series, well, i always considered the blue warrior aliens i bought to be the drones while my black and brown aliens serve as warrior types sooo this albino alien will probably go to Bio-Mechanoids just because the theme is kenner marines vs Aliens that come from different host types in a ravaged lab complex corridor.



Positives though? Hell yeah these figures are a must buy for any Aliens fan with room in their collection. I'm especially relieved they have straight faces. One of my biggest problems with the two versions of Hicks and Hudson that were produced was that the facial expressions were all wrong, with the exception of helmetless Hicks i suppose. In my opinion, Hicks with helmet should have had a straight face, one Hudson should have had a straight face with helmet and the other Hudson with helmet should have had the panick attack face. Heres hoping Neca gets it right by making ultimate versions of Hicks and Hudson with straight faces for the true Aliens fans who deserve it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 30, 2016, 01:04:05 AM
I'm just happy to have a Hudson that looks like Hudson.  Both of them are fantastic expressions that really reflect the character in my opinion.

I'd love to have a neutral expression Hudson, don't get me wrong, but not at the expense of another, unique character.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Apr 30, 2016, 02:59:57 AM
Quote from: Number13 on Apr 29, 2016, 09:52:39 PM
Why out of all the Alien figures did the Newt figure, the one I wanted the most, have to be SDCC exclusive? Don't answer that. I'm pretty sure they thought that it wouldn't sell very well if it was mass produced and decided to make a limited number. Oh well. The Ahab Predator was exclusive and I can still get that on that on ebay, it's twice as much, so there might still be hope. All in good time.

They put up stuff on their Neca Club website during CC.

Try to be on it during CC and see if you can get a purchase through. They sell them at the same price they sell them at the con.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Number13 on Apr 30, 2016, 03:46:37 AM
Huh, that's interesting information. Thanks.

Should I join now and check back when SDCC starts?


Never mind. I thought I needed an account to buy something from the Neca Club store. But I guess not. Well I guess the microsecond Comic Con starts I'm hitting the web and getting that figure before someone else does.

Thanks DaddyYautja, I really appreciate it.


I stand corrected. I figured out how to register. But yeah, Neca did say they'll release info on how to get it these coming weeks. So I need to stay posted on Twitter.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 30, 2016, 07:13:52 AM
Quote from: Darkness on Apr 29, 2016, 07:16:41 PM
It wasn't supposed to be that big though, was it?

And I didn't know it had a really long tongue.

I believe it was supposed to be a smaller and the size of the tongue isn't mentioned. I would think it'd only be a normal size. I do wish they'd have made the figure smaller but I do love them doing these concepts. I might not get this one but I loved the translucent one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: wmmvrrvrrmm on Apr 30, 2016, 10:30:30 AM
Well the giant tongue of this albino alien makes it look as if it's been infected by the vampiric parasite from Guillermo Del Torro's The Strain, and perhaps it has just sucked someone dry going by the reddish colours running through it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 30, 2016, 02:55:37 PM
Quote from: LordCassusSnow on Apr 29, 2016, 11:45:38 PM
Drsmuts, im actually planning on building three four tier glass cabinets for my neca figures. One themed for Aliens, one themed for Engineers and one themed for Predators. Each shelf will display a different diorama with its own title and custom lighting and backgrounds. Unfortunately since Neca's figures are so big i've been having to constantly make compromises by changing my list of figures and think of different diorama schemes. As of now, i have no plans to include any marines from Aliens. I do, however, have plans for any Kenner tribute marines and aliens Neca has planned in the near future for one diorama i'm calling Bio-Mechanoids. As for this series, well, i always considered the blue warrior aliens i bought to be the drones while my black and brown aliens serve as warrior types sooo this albino alien will probably go to Bio-Mechanoids just because the theme is kenner marines vs Aliens that come from different host types in a ravaged lab complex corridor.



Positives though? Hell yeah these figures are a must buy for any Aliens fan with room in their collection. I'm especially relieved they have straight faces. One of my biggest problems with the two versions of Hicks and Hudson that were produced was that the facial expressions were all wrong, with the exception of helmetless Hicks i suppose. In my opinion, Hicks with helmet should have had a straight face, one Hudson should have had a straight face with helmet and the other Hudson with helmet should have had the panick attack face. Heres hoping Neca gets it right by making ultimate versions of Hicks and Hudson with straight faces for the true Aliens fans who deserve it.
I didn't buy any of the Hicks figures, but I love the "scared shitless" Hudson. It's hilarious and instantly identifiable as Bill Paxton in 'Aliens'.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on Apr 30, 2016, 06:50:18 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Apr 30, 2016, 02:55:37 PM
Quote from: LordCassusSnow on Apr 29, 2016, 11:45:38 PM
Drsmuts, im actually planning on building three four tier glass cabinets for my neca figures. One themed for Aliens, one themed for Engineers and one themed for Predators. Each shelf will display a different diorama with its own title and custom lighting and backgrounds. Unfortunately since Neca's figures are so big i've been having to constantly make compromises by changing my list of figures and think of different diorama schemes. As of now, i have no plans to include any marines from Aliens. I do, however, have plans for any Kenner tribute marines and aliens Neca has planned in the near future for one diorama i'm calling Bio-Mechanoids. As for this series, well, i always considered the blue warrior aliens i bought to be the drones while my black and brown aliens serve as warrior types sooo this albino alien will probably go to Bio-Mechanoids just because the theme is kenner marines vs Aliens that come from different host types in a ravaged lab complex corridor.



Positives though? Hell yeah these figures are a must buy for any Aliens fan with room in their collection. I'm especially relieved they have straight faces. One of my biggest problems with the two versions of Hicks and Hudson that were produced was that the facial expressions were all wrong, with the exception of helmetless Hicks i suppose. In my opinion, Hicks with helmet should have had a straight face, one Hudson should have had a straight face with helmet and the other Hudson with helmet should have had the panick attack face. Heres hoping Neca gets it right by making ultimate versions of Hicks and Hudson with straight faces for the true Aliens fans who deserve it.
I didn't buy any of the Hicks figures, but I love the "scared shitless" Hudson. It's hilarious and instantly identifiable as Bill Paxton in 'Aliens'.
Who was the seller then for the Isolation xeno?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomorphine on Apr 30, 2016, 08:40:43 PM
Searching for 'stucco gun' gets me this:

http://s41.photobucket.com/user/benroninc/media/hoppersideshort.jpg.html
http://www.benron.com/stucco%20sprayer/30-200%20DX.jpg

Going by that script description, I think Cameron just meant a hose-like tip for spraying the resin over walls, in place of inner jaws. Not some kind of massive elephant trunk-length arrangement.

Also, even if it retracted partially inside the head or thorax, it looks like the primary jaws would have to stay permanently open.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 01, 2016, 06:39:21 AM
Quote from: tmjhur on Apr 30, 2016, 06:50:18 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Apr 30, 2016, 02:55:37 PM
Quote from: LordCassusSnow on Apr 29, 2016, 11:45:38 PM
Drsmuts, im actually planning on building three four tier glass cabinets for my neca figures. One themed for Aliens, one themed for Engineers and one themed for Predators. Each shelf will display a different diorama with its own title and custom lighting and backgrounds. Unfortunately since Neca's figures are so big i've been having to constantly make compromises by changing my list of figures and think of different diorama schemes. As of now, i have no plans to include any marines from Aliens. I do, however, have plans for any Kenner tribute marines and aliens Neca has planned in the near future for one diorama i'm calling Bio-Mechanoids. As for this series, well, i always considered the blue warrior aliens i bought to be the drones while my black and brown aliens serve as warrior types sooo this albino alien will probably go to Bio-Mechanoids just because the theme is kenner marines vs Aliens that come from different host types in a ravaged lab complex corridor.



Positives though? Hell yeah these figures are a must buy for any Aliens fan with room in their collection. I'm especially relieved they have straight faces. One of my biggest problems with the two versions of Hicks and Hudson that were produced was that the facial expressions were all wrong, with the exception of helmetless Hicks i suppose. In my opinion, Hicks with helmet should have had a straight face, one Hudson should have had a straight face with helmet and the other Hudson with helmet should have had the panick attack face. Heres hoping Neca gets it right by making ultimate versions of Hicks and Hudson with straight faces for the true Aliens fans who deserve it.
I didn't buy any of the Hicks figures, but I love the "scared shitless" Hudson. It's hilarious and instantly identifiable as Bill Paxton in 'Aliens'.
Who was the seller then for the Isolation xeno?
Oh sorry, it was this listing: http://www.ebay.com/itm/301908831901
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on May 01, 2016, 09:14:22 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 01, 2016, 06:39:21 AM
Quote from: tmjhur on Apr 30, 2016, 06:50:18 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Apr 30, 2016, 02:55:37 PM
Quote from: LordCassusSnow on Apr 29, 2016, 11:45:38 PM
Drsmuts, im actually planning on building three four tier glass cabinets for my neca figures. One themed for Aliens, one themed for Engineers and one themed for Predators. Each shelf will display a different diorama with its own title and custom lighting and backgrounds. Unfortunately since Neca's figures are so big i've been having to constantly make compromises by changing my list of figures and think of different diorama schemes. As of now, i have no plans to include any marines from Aliens. I do, however, have plans for any Kenner tribute marines and aliens Neca has planned in the near future for one diorama i'm calling Bio-Mechanoids. As for this series, well, i always considered the blue warrior aliens i bought to be the drones while my black and brown aliens serve as warrior types sooo this albino alien will probably go to Bio-Mechanoids just because the theme is kenner marines vs Aliens that come from different host types in a ravaged lab complex corridor.



Positives though? Hell yeah these figures are a must buy for any Aliens fan with room in their collection. I'm especially relieved they have straight faces. One of my biggest problems with the two versions of Hicks and Hudson that were produced was that the facial expressions were all wrong, with the exception of helmetless Hicks i suppose. In my opinion, Hicks with helmet should have had a straight face, one Hudson should have had a straight face with helmet and the other Hudson with helmet should have had the panick attack face. Heres hoping Neca gets it right by making ultimate versions of Hicks and Hudson with straight faces for the true Aliens fans who deserve it.
I didn't buy any of the Hicks figures, but I love the "scared shitless" Hudson. It's hilarious and instantly identifiable as Bill Paxton in 'Aliens'.
Who was the seller then for the Isolation xeno?
Oh sorry, it was this listing: http://www.ebay.com/itm/301908831901
Thanks. Different seller to who I ordered from.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 01, 2016, 11:20:42 AM
Quote from: Xenomorphine on Apr 30, 2016, 08:40:43 PM
Searching for 'stucco gun' gets me this:

http://s41.photobucket.com/user/benroninc/media/hoppersideshort.jpg.html
http://www.benron.com/stucco%20sprayer/30-200%20DX.jpg

Going by that script description, I think Cameron just meant a hose-like tip for spraying the resin over walls, in place of inner jaws. Not some kind of massive elephant trunk-length arrangement.

Also, even if it retracted partially inside the head or thorax, it looks like the primary jaws would have to stay permanently open.

Yeah, I don't believe Cameron ever intended it to be that big. That's just an embellishment on NECA's part.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on May 01, 2016, 01:53:46 PM
I like it.  I had no intention of getting any figure that wasn't in Aliens, but the design of this, even if it strays from the source material (unrealised mind you), is strong enough to warrant a place in my collection.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on May 01, 2016, 03:54:11 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 01, 2016, 11:20:42 AM
Quote from: Xenomorphine on Apr 30, 2016, 08:40:43 PM
Searching for 'stucco gun' gets me this:

http://s41.photobucket.com/user/benroninc/media/hoppersideshort.jpg.html
http://www.benron.com/stucco%20sprayer/30-200%20DX.jpg

Going by that script description, I think Cameron just meant a hose-like tip for spraying the resin over walls, in place of inner jaws. Not some kind of massive elephant trunk-length arrangement.

Also, even if it retracted partially inside the head or thorax, it looks like the primary jaws would have to stay permanently open.

Yeah, I don't believe Cameron ever intended it to be that big. That's just an embellishment on NECA's part.

Stucco guns are connected to hoses.

The thing that annoys me is that they didnt make it smaller. Yeah, they kept it tall because it saves them a ton of money but this is really in-your-face about it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomorphine on May 01, 2016, 11:57:18 PM
Quote from: DaddyYautja on May 01, 2016, 03:54:11 PM
Stucco guns are connected to hoses.

The thing that annoys me is that they didnt make it smaller. Yeah, they kept it tall because it saves them a ton of money but this is really in-your-face about it.

Oh, it's the attachment? Hah! They really should have made it shorter, then!

And now you mention it, I believe they were described as smaller creatures, too. At least, in the book.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on May 02, 2016, 05:00:28 AM
Yep they were. I just finished listening to the William Hope narrated version earlier today & it did say the drones in the hive were mini versions of the normal warriors.


I hope Neca gets the license to do Burke one day too. It would be nice to have the entire Alien & Aliens cast. Hell, I hope they even start doing some of the prisoners from Alien 3. At least a Dillion & Clemens would be cool, maybe "85" as well.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 02, 2016, 07:44:33 PM
I won't be satisfied until I have Simpson and Lydecker chilling on my shelf.  >:(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on May 02, 2016, 08:23:42 PM
Ha!

I'd really like Burke, but I don't think that will ever happen.  Maybe as part of a two pack with a Ripley variant.

I think Drake has a good chance, and while I'd like to see all the marines made, I'm really hoping for Ferro (all geared up) as well.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on May 02, 2016, 08:32:28 PM
Quote from: Otter on May 02, 2016, 08:23:42 PM
Ha!

I'd really like Burke, but I don't think that will ever happen.  Maybe as part of a two pack with a Ripley variant.

I think Drake has a good chance, and while I'd like to see all the marines made, I'm really hoping for Ferro (all geared up) as well.

A Ferro would be awesome! Her, Spunkmeyer, Dietrich, Weirzbowski. I think Drake has a good chance of happening as well with Vasquez out now. A Dropship would be really nice as well but hefty on price no doubt if they made it big enough for a figure to fit in.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on May 02, 2016, 11:25:04 PM
I'm sorry for the double post, but there was an editing issue with my previous video review. Here's the fixed version!


Can't wait for Frost and Vasquez. They look awesome. The detail and paint is spot on. The concept figure has a great backstory but I do not like the way they are doing it. The scale is incorrect. The tongue thing looks hideous. I don't think it's accurate. Will I buy it? Yes. Will I be 100% satisfied? No. Just being honest. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on May 03, 2016, 02:12:29 AM
Cool vid dude! Really want to grab that figure
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 03, 2016, 07:43:15 AM
Quote from: Otter on May 02, 2016, 08:23:42 PM
I'd really like Burke, but I don't think that will ever happen.  Maybe as part of a two pack with a Ripley variant.

I don't think we'll see a Burke either. NECA are quite transparent with the fact human figures doesn't sell very well when compared to the creatures and I think a Burke figure would be something they don't think would sell well at all.

Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on May 02, 2016, 11:25:04 PM
The concept figure has a great backstory but I do not like the way they are doing it. The scale is incorrect. The tongue thing looks hideous. I don't think it's accurate. Will I buy it? Yes. Will I be 100% satisfied? No. Just being honest. 

I'm with you there. I loved the transparent concept but I'm not completely satisfied with this new drone. I'll probably pick it up for the novelty factor though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on May 03, 2016, 11:21:50 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 03, 2016, 07:43:15 AM

I don't think we'll see a Burke either. NECA are quite transparent with the fact human figures doesn't sell very well when compared to the creatures...


This is what makes me so chuffed with what we've received from Aliens so far.  I collected the figures from Predator which were effectively 1:1 Dutch:predator.  With Aliens (at least in terms of from the Aliens flick, which is what I've been buying) the ratio of humans:xenomorphs seems much higher.  I guess the good thing with the xenomorph is NECA can release variants of the same mold of the creature (and it sells) to support the new sculpts required for humans.  I'm honestly sated with what we are getting so far in terms of marines.  Anything else is gravy.

Mmmm... Ferro flavoured gravy.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 03, 2016, 02:26:39 PM
Randy just posted on Twitter about the possibility of getting a domed variant of the Aliens alien.

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/727500725589315584
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on May 03, 2016, 02:29:40 PM
How about the Box Alien?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on May 03, 2016, 02:35:36 PM
I know everyone is hoping for Drake but I then I saw a tweet from Randy saying they didn't have his likeness.  Went back looking for it but I couldn't find it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 03, 2016, 03:28:02 PM
^^ Same for Ash and Ian Holm.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on May 03, 2016, 03:56:26 PM
I'm surprised people WANT more repaints.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on May 03, 2016, 04:06:19 PM
Quote from: elemental-of-all on May 03, 2016, 03:56:26 PM
I'm surprised people WANT more repaints.

Depends on the individual fan probably. Personally, I'm not into repaints because I see it as I'm buying the same figure over & over regardless of what color it is. 1 or 2 is sufficient for me not a whole bunch of the same so it's easy for me to pass on certain ones but that's me. Sure I would buy each Alien from each series if it's movie related but concept ones likes that new albino drone I can pass on. I already have 1 warrior from Aliens & the Genocide double pack so I feel I'm good on those Xeno's that's having 3 of the same fig. I only just need a figure for the 1st Alien, the Dog Alien & A Queen. But every collector is different. Some want the entire series no matter what gets released, some are like me & only want select figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: g2vd on May 03, 2016, 07:17:23 PM
Quote from: wmmvrrvrrmm on Apr 30, 2016, 10:30:30 AM
Well the giant tongue of this albino alien makes it look as if it's been infected by the vampiric parasite from Guillermo Del Torro's The Strain, and perhaps it has just sucked someone dry going by the reddish colours running through it.
Well, the Newborn was supposed to be a Vampire.

Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 03, 2016, 02:26:39 PM
Randy just posted on Twitter about the possibility of getting a domed variant of the Aliens alien.

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/727500725589315584
A Domed Warrior Alien could actually be pretty interesting.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on May 03, 2016, 10:08:45 PM
Quote from: g2vd on May 03, 2016, 07:17:23 PM
Quote from: wmmvrrvrrmm on Apr 30, 2016, 10:30:30 AM
Well the giant tongue of this albino alien makes it look as if it's been infected by the vampiric parasite from Guillermo Del Torro's The Strain, and perhaps it has just sucked someone dry going by the reddish colours running through it.
Well, the Newborn was supposed to be a Vampire.

Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 03, 2016, 02:26:39 PM
Randy just posted on Twitter about the possibility of getting a domed variant of the Aliens alien.

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/727500725589315584
A Domed Warrior Alien could actually be pretty interesting.

I did a domed warrior alien custom once. (all I did was take a big chap's dome and stuck it on the alien soldier from the ALIENS line) it's a pretty cool effect.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: g2vd on May 03, 2016, 10:20:20 PM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on May 03, 2016, 10:08:45 PM
Quote from: g2vd on May 03, 2016, 07:17:23 PM
Quote from: wmmvrrvrrmm on Apr 30, 2016, 10:30:30 AM
Well the giant tongue of this albino alien makes it look as if it's been infected by the vampiric parasite from Guillermo Del Torro's The Strain, and perhaps it has just sucked someone dry going by the reddish colours running through it.
Well, the Newborn was supposed to be a Vampire.

Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 03, 2016, 02:26:39 PM
Randy just posted on Twitter about the possibility of getting a domed variant of the Aliens alien.

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/727500725589315584
A Domed Warrior Alien could actually be pretty interesting.

I did a domed warrior alien custom once. (all I did was take a big chap's dome and stuck it on the alien soldier from the ALIENS line) it's a pretty cool effect.
Cool. Did you have any pictures of it?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on May 03, 2016, 10:51:34 PM
Quote from: g2vd on May 03, 2016, 10:20:20 PM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on May 03, 2016, 10:08:45 PM
Quote from: g2vd on May 03, 2016, 07:17:23 PM
Quote from: wmmvrrvrrmm on Apr 30, 2016, 10:30:30 AM
Well the giant tongue of this albino alien makes it look as if it's been infected by the vampiric parasite from Guillermo Del Torro's The Strain, and perhaps it has just sucked someone dry going by the reddish colours running through it.
Well, the Newborn was supposed to be a Vampire.

Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 03, 2016, 02:26:39 PM
Randy just posted on Twitter about the possibility of getting a domed variant of the Aliens alien.

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/727500725589315584
A Domed Warrior Alien could actually be pretty interesting.

I did a domed warrior alien custom once. (all I did was take a big chap's dome and stuck it on the alien soldier from the ALIENS line) it's a pretty cool effect.
Cool. Did you have any pictures of it?

I didn't I'm afraid, but it's an interesting effect when the dome is from the series 2 giger xenos for some reason. I think it's because they changed the plastic density/quality or something. but yeah it's still a cool effect.  only issue I had was the back of the head didn't fit.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on May 03, 2016, 10:59:38 PM
What's the story with the Molten Alien 3 Xeno Dog and the other Alien 3 stuff in general? Are there release dates?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on May 04, 2016, 02:33:02 AM
I thought that the Weyland Commando and Alien3 Ripley will be out in June. I would like to know the time frame about the Molten Xeno variant myself!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on May 04, 2016, 02:52:09 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 03, 2016, 02:26:39 PM
Randy just posted on Twitter about the possibility of getting a domed variant of the Aliens alien.

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/727500725589315584

Cant you just popped the head of any of the domed Aliens and put them on the warriors?

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 04, 2016, 07:29:54 AM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on May 04, 2016, 02:33:02 AM
I thought that the Weyland Commando and Alien3 Ripley will be out in June. I would like to know the time frame about the Molten Xeno variant myself!

Same wave so the molten variant should be out at the same time.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 11:11:23 AM
Does anyone know if Neca has plans for Kenner inspired Flying Queen? Since Neca's Queen is huge this could be the biggest Alien figure, or they could just make a regular flying xenomorph as a tribute. Neca had already made non accurate AvP Predators and Grid Alien. Why not a flying alien?
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fvignette4.wikia.nocookie.net%2Faliens%2Fimages%2F5%2F50%2FFigQueenFlyingLoose1a.jpg%2Frevision%2Flatest%3Fcb%3D20090110211141&hash=4e8c3fe2c07ccff1ece8410cc48c56ee12027380)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 04, 2016, 11:39:50 AM
Odds are they'd probably want to see how well the Alien Kenner tributes do. I expect these to require some more tooling than the Predator ones.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 04, 2016, 02:25:17 PM
Quote from: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 11:11:23 AM
Neca had already made non accurate AvP Predators and Grid Alien.
Can you elaborate on this?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on May 04, 2016, 02:28:35 PM
Grid didn't have the tip of his tail cut off
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 05:00:37 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 04, 2016, 02:25:17 PM
Quote from: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 11:11:23 AM
Neca had already made non accurate AvP Predators and Grid Alien.
Can you elaborate on this?

Grid's tail, removed bulkiness from all predators and Scar's face.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on May 04, 2016, 05:54:09 PM
Quote from: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 05:00:37 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 04, 2016, 02:25:17 PM
Quote from: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 11:11:23 AM
Neca had already made non accurate AvP Predators and Grid Alien.
Can you elaborate on this?

Grid's tail, removed bulkiness from all predators and Scar's face.

So... Improving a shitty design is a bad thing? lol

Grid's tail is easy. just snip it off, slap some green paint.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 06:27:25 PM
And where the hell did I mention that improving or improvising is a bad thing? I just stated the obvious. If Neca could get away with non screen accurate figures based off films they could make the same happen with Kenner stuff.

As for Grid's tail I think you are wrong. Not everyone has the necessary skills to do custom figures. Besides why should we do their job? We pay for Grid alien not some random Alien loosely based on Grid. I guess they will remake the same figure again. With more accuracy. But you should already know about Neca's cloning variations.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: g2vd on May 04, 2016, 06:33:45 PM
Quote from: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 06:27:25 PMAs for Grid's tail I think you are wrong. Not everyone has the necessary skills to do customs, besides why should we do their job? We pay for Grid alien not some random Alien loosely based on Grid. I guesd they will remake the same figure again. With more accuracy. But you should already know about Neca's milking process.
Agreed, "Grid" was a very simple repaint, why couldn't they have modified the tail to have the wound Grid had in the movie? it wouldn't have been hard or that costly for Neca to do.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on May 04, 2016, 06:46:46 PM
An accurate Grid is supposed to come in a 2-pack with a battle damaged predator
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: g2vd on May 04, 2016, 06:47:56 PM
Quote from: lightsyder on May 04, 2016, 06:46:46 PM
An accurate Grid is supposed to come in a 2-pack with a battle damaged predator
That's just wrong.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 07:37:50 PM
Quote from: lightsyder on May 04, 2016, 06:46:46 PM
An accurate Grid is supposed to come in a 2-pack with a battle damaged predator

That's why I blame Neca.
When I just started collecting I made a huge mistake of buying 5 different variants of Wolf now I can't justify buying the same figure over and over unless there are huge visible differences between these figures. As for 2 pack it will be a slightly modified version of Celtic vs Grid. I know I can shut the hell up and not buy but Instead I'd voice my opinion cause I'm paying money for these figures.

Back to Kenner Aliens wouldn't it be cool to have this Bat Alien by Neca?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: g2vd on May 04, 2016, 07:41:35 PM
You say that like the idea of a flying Xenomorph would not be a awesome idea by default.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 07:50:36 PM
On the contrary I dig it more than Albino Alien.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on May 04, 2016, 08:07:25 PM
Kinda looks like the flying Alien that was in the Alien vs Predator game on Super Nintendo. That or similar to the recent Bat Alien that was in the Aliens/Vampirella crossover.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 04, 2016, 09:09:12 PM
Quote from: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 05:00:37 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 04, 2016, 02:25:17 PM
Quote from: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 11:11:23 AM
Neca had already made non accurate AvP Predators and Grid Alien.
Can you elaborate on this?

Grid's tail, removed bulkiness from all predators and Scar's face.
Oh that's right. I'm not buying the 2-pack, so I might just snip off the tip of the tail myself.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on May 05, 2016, 10:00:05 AM
Quote from: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 07:50:36 PM
On the contrary I dig it more than Albino Alien.

sticking demonic wings can make alot of things cool. I like to see them do the Bull alien. I just hope they don't stick horns on the runner sculpt. the bull alien was very bulky body and a much different head.

As for the albino Alien.... easy skip for me. the tongue is a put off and like the translucent alien it's more of a novelty thing. then again the translucent xeno would be pretty cool in the right lighting. but I usually stay away from transparent plastic because it breaks easiest.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: georgeromero on May 05, 2016, 12:21:06 PM
Would be awesome if Neca treated us with Bull Alien along with Wild Boar and Gorilla Aliens. I'd skip the Scorpion Alien since he's too generic. I would also skip the Snake and Mantis Aliens since they look over the top. But who knows, maybe I'd get them too because of their weird uniqueness.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 05, 2016, 12:36:46 PM
If that Scorpion exploded though... ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 05, 2016, 02:40:13 PM
Quote from: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 07:50:36 PM
I like to see them do the Bull alien. I just hope they don't stick horns on the runner sculpt. the bull alien was very bulky body and a much different head.
If they did just stick horns on the Runner scupt, there's a precedent for it: the Bull Alien "photo" on the old Kenner toy packaging was literally the 'Alien3' Alien with horns added to it.

I mean of course I'd rather NECA went all out and did a toy-accurate update, but I'm just sayin'.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on May 05, 2016, 06:39:08 PM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on May 05, 2016, 10:00:05 AM
Quote from: georgeromero on May 04, 2016, 07:50:36 PM
On the contrary I dig it more than Albino Alien.

sticking demonic wings can make alot of things cool. I like to see them do the Bull alien. I just hope they don't stick horns on the runner sculpt. the bull alien was very bulky body and a much different head.

As for the albino Alien.... easy skip for me. the tongue is a put off and like the translucent alien it's more of a novelty thing. then again the translucent xeno would be pretty cool in the right lighting. but I usually stay away from transparent plastic because it breaks easiest.

I was sorta of thinking they'd re-use the Runner sculpt for both the Panther and Night Cougar Alien! The latter two will be the same, just with different paint jobs.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LordCassusSnow on May 05, 2016, 07:16:12 PM
Ever since i heard about the small albino drone alien i always imagined it as a tailless version of Gigers Necronomicon creature. Translucent skin, non combatant almost pathetic. I could imagine two or three of them slowly gathering around a freshly laid egg, plucking it and moving it to its designated area. They can also be used to explain the egg in Alien 3. One could have stole away in the landing gear with the queen and, after the queens death and the all clear, would have crept out from the shadows of the landing gear and made its way into the Sulaco's cryo sleep chamber,egg in towe, and placed it near the cryo tubes. Then it could have died somewhere in the ship leaving behing a dead bio mass. Thoughts?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on May 05, 2016, 08:15:58 PM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on May 05, 2016, 10:00:05 AM


As for the albino Alien.... easy skip for me. the tongue is a put off and like the translucent alien it's more of a novelty thing. then again the translucent xeno would be pretty cool in the right lighting. but I usually stay away from transparent plastic because it breaks easiest.

You can take off the tongue.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FUiZQmS6.jpg&hash=93b47e842408c576b08d4af5c54cd7caf0188a8e)

So maybe you can make a white alien group... and have it fight the red aliens and the dark blue aliens.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on May 05, 2016, 10:02:44 PM
Quote from: DaddyYautja on May 05, 2016, 08:15:58 PM
Quote from: TITANOSAUR on May 05, 2016, 10:00:05 AM


As for the albino Alien.... easy skip for me. the tongue is a put off and like the translucent alien it's more of a novelty thing. then again the translucent xeno would be pretty cool in the right lighting. but I usually stay away from transparent plastic because it breaks easiest.

You can take off the tongue.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FUiZQmS6.jpg&hash=93b47e842408c576b08d4af5c54cd7caf0188a8e)

So maybe you can make a white alien group... and have it fight the red aliens and the dark blue aliens.

We'd need an albino queen
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on May 06, 2016, 02:55:07 AM
yeeeeessssssss!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SiL on May 06, 2016, 11:16:07 AM
The albino Aliens' chests opened in the treatment. Pity that left that out.

Also I feel it would've been a shitload easier to just call them "drones" like they were in the script. "Albino Aliens" just seems like it's needlessly lengthening the conversation :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: g2vd on May 06, 2016, 06:03:45 PM
Quote from: SiL on May 06, 2016, 11:16:07 AM
The albino Aliens' chests opened in the treatment. Pity that left that out.
Guess what'll be in the Next two pack I bet.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on May 06, 2016, 09:24:57 PM
Quote from: SiL on May 06, 2016, 11:16:07 AM
The albino Aliens' chests opened in the treatment. Pity that left that out.

Also I feel it would've been a shitload easier to just call them "drones" like they were in the script. "Albino Aliens" just seems like it's needlessly lengthening the conversation :P

They seem to be following the book where they are just smaller aliens with long tongues.

And Albino Aliens sounds cooler?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 06, 2016, 09:49:43 PM
And "Drone" is common parlance for the adult Aliens.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on May 06, 2016, 11:26:48 PM
I'm really hoping we see a gorilla alien from the Kenner wave.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 07, 2016, 04:34:31 AM
Each of the Neca Wey-Yu commandos will come with a set of transfers so you can customize them. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 07, 2016, 05:11:31 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on May 07, 2016, 04:34:31 AM
Each of the Neca Wey-Yu commandos will come with a set of transfers so you can customize them. 
Holy shit, I had no idea the W-Y soldiers had random shit on their armor. You learn something new every day.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 07, 2016, 06:51:11 AM
That's a really cool move on NECA's part.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on May 07, 2016, 10:40:31 AM
Didnt realise that. Thats so cool
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 07, 2016, 12:14:56 PM
Quote from: Otter on May 06, 2016, 11:26:48 PM
I'm really hoping we see a gorilla alien from the Kenner wave.

I would put money on that being the first one we see from NECA.  ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on May 08, 2016, 09:33:59 AM
Thanks fo the info Sabres, it's all in those little details... ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: g2vd on May 08, 2016, 11:18:56 AM
I've been thinking about getting the 1979 Xenomorph Collector's edition figure (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BLMU654/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1?pf_rd_p=1944687522&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B00E571HLK&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1Z5VZRC39S02SD9C2GSR), but I'm still not sure on it do any of you recommend it and what are it's pros and cons?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on May 08, 2016, 06:17:35 PM
Quote from: g2vd on May 08, 2016, 11:18:56 AM
I've been thinking about getting the 1979 Xenomorph Collector's edition figure (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BLMU654/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1?pf_rd_p=1944687522&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B00E571HLK&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1Z5VZRC39S02SD9C2GSR), but I'm still not sure on it do any of you recommend it and what are it's pros and cons?

It's a repackage of the the original release. All they did is change the package. It probably has a bit better paint but that's it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on May 08, 2016, 09:58:30 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on May 07, 2016, 04:34:31 AM
Each of the Neca Wey-Yu commandos will come with a set of transfers so you can customize them.

AWESOME! Now I have THE REASON to get some commandos and form a platoon. 8)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on May 08, 2016, 11:05:30 PM
Quote from: g2vd on May 08, 2016, 11:18:56 AM
I've been thinking about getting the 1979 Xenomorph Collector's edition figure (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BLMU654/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1?pf_rd_p=1944687522&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B00E571HLK&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1Z5VZRC39S02SD9C2GSR), but I'm still not sure on it do any of you recommend it and what are it's pros and cons?
It's series 2 Xenomorph but in a cooler box. If you missed series 2 it's an easy way to pick one up. Identical figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 10, 2016, 06:14:29 AM
From Neca..."thermal vision" glow in the dark AvP Alien.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on May 10, 2016, 07:09:45 AM
Should be Alien Vision but whatever.  It's cool idea but I won't be getting it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 10, 2016, 07:40:49 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on May 10, 2016, 06:14:29 AM
From Neca..."thermal vision" glow in the dark AvP Alien.

Have you got a link to the source, Sabres?

Interesting concept, very very interesting. I would probably grab one of those. It's a pretty cool concept.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 10, 2016, 08:36:25 AM
That's a really clever way to do the "Alien Vision" from the movie. I'm not planning to buy one (although I am a sucker for glow in the dark stuff), but it's still pretty damn cool.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 10, 2016, 02:14:02 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 10, 2016, 07:40:49 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on May 10, 2016, 06:14:29 AM
From Neca..."thermal vision" glow in the dark AvP Alien.

Have you got a link to the source, Sabres?

Interesting concept, very very interesting. I would probably grab one of those. It's a pretty cool concept.

It popped up on NECA Twitter.  It actually wasn't supposed to be seen yet, but one of the international sellers jumped the gun and posted pics.


This will be a Toys R Us exclusive in the U.S. 

International sellers will be announced later.

Due for a late summer release.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on May 19, 2016, 09:48:10 PM
Via NECA's Twitter:
https://twitter.com/neca_toys/status/733408911097745409 (https://twitter.com/neca_toys/status/733408911097745409)
QuotePrepping another surprise reveal for #facehuggerfriday something unexpected & more conceptual a what if type of item. Speculate away

I wonder what it will be? Imagine if we got an Arcturian figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on May 19, 2016, 10:05:04 PM
What's that?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on May 19, 2016, 10:08:01 PM
The first intelligent aliens that humans encountered in this universe. Made famous by the "Arcturian poontang" line in the second movie.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 19, 2016, 10:33:35 PM
Quote from: Ultramorph on May 19, 2016, 09:48:10 PM
Via NECA's Twitter:
https://twitter.com/neca_toys/status/733408911097745409 (https://twitter.com/neca_toys/status/733408911097745409)
QuotePrepping another surprise reveal for #facehuggerfriday something unexpected & more conceptual a what if type of item. Speculate away

I wonder what it will be? Imagine if we got an Arcturian figure.
If they're willing to make a "what if" figure of a creature that doesn't appear on-screen but aren't willing to make a figure of the River Ghost (which *is* on screen), then that's a little wacky.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on May 19, 2016, 10:36:17 PM
Or it could be another Kenner figure. Looking forward to it, whatever it turns out to be.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on May 20, 2016, 12:00:55 AM
So this will be another concept figure, yes? I wonder if we're going to go down the road of hypothetical "facehugger implanting animal X so the adult would look like" figures. They're pretty talented creators in their own right but I don't think it'll fly if that's what they're going to do.

Of course...

What if... They make...finally...the Praetorian? Dream come true, number one wishlisted Alien toy. Please??
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on May 20, 2016, 01:59:16 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 19, 2016, 10:33:35 PM
Quote from: Ultramorph on May 19, 2016, 09:48:10 PM
Via NECA's Twitter:
https://twitter.com/neca_toys/status/733408911097745409 (https://twitter.com/neca_toys/status/733408911097745409)
QuotePrepping another surprise reveal for #facehuggerfriday something unexpected & more conceptual a what if type of item. Speculate away

I wonder what it will be? Imagine if we got an Arcturian figure.
If they're willing to make a "what if" figure of a creature that doesn't appear on-screen but aren't willing to make a figure of the River Ghost (which *is* on screen), then that's a little wacky.

RG requires unique sculpting. This thing will probably be like the little alien worker which uses most of the Aliens Xeno parts with a couple new things.

Whatever this is will likely be something made up of parts already used or that will be used later.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 20, 2016, 05:49:22 AM
There was a bit of discussion about making this from the Aliens Defiance comic...

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 20, 2016, 07:15:33 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on May 20, 2016, 12:00:55 AM
What if... They make...finally...the Praetorian? Dream come true, number one wishlisted Alien toy. Please??

Quote from: Sabres21768 on May 20, 2016, 05:49:22 AM
There was a bit of discussion about making this from the Aliens Defiance comic...

I think it's going to be Tristan's Praetorian. They were talking about, then went to talking to Tristan and Dark Horse and then Tristan made a comment about awesome Alien and comic related news. If it is that, that's going to be an absolutely quick turnaround!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 08:14:49 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on May 20, 2016, 05:49:22 AM
There was a bit of discussion about making this from the Aliens Defiance comic...



Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 20, 2016, 07:15:33 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on May 20, 2016, 12:00:55 AM
What if... They make...finally...the Praetorian? Dream come true, number one wishlisted Alien toy. Please??

Quote from: Sabres21768 on May 20, 2016, 05:49:22 AM
There was a bit of discussion about making this from the Aliens Defiance comic...

I think it's going to be Tristan's Praetorian. They were talking about, then went to talking to Tristan and Dark Horse and then Tristan made a comment about awesome Alien and comic related news. If it is that, that's going to be an absolutely quick turnaround!
Speaking as someone who hasn't been reading Defiance as it's been coming out (and is waiting for the eventual collected edition), can you tell me more about this Praetorian? Thanks :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on May 20, 2016, 08:44:03 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 08:14:49 AMSpeaking as someone who hasn't been reading Defiance as it's been coming out (and is waiting for the eventual collected edition), can you tell me more about this Praetorian? Thanks :)

Not really, it hasn't appeared yet outside of the short preview in the Free Comic Book Day issue, which didn't explain it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 20, 2016, 09:08:50 AM
It shows up in #2. According to Tristan it's going to be some sort of immediate stage between Queen and adult that is capable of egg morphing.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 20, 2016, 12:42:44 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 08:14:49 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on May 20, 2016, 05:49:22 AM
There was a bit of discussion about making this from the Aliens Defiance comic...



Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 20, 2016, 07:15:33 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on May 20, 2016, 12:00:55 AM
What if... They make...finally...the Praetorian? Dream come true, number one wishlisted Alien toy. Please??

Quote from: Sabres21768 on May 20, 2016, 05:49:22 AM
There was a bit of discussion about making this from the Aliens Defiance comic...

I think it's going to be Tristan's Praetorian. They were talking about, then went to talking to Tristan and Dark Horse and then Tristan made a comment about awesome Alien and comic related news. If it is that, that's going to be an absolutely quick turnaround!
Speaking as someone who hasn't been reading Defiance as it's been coming out (and is waiting for the eventual collected edition), can you tell me more about this Praetorian? Thanks :)

You can read about its different appearances in games and comics here...
http://avp.wikia.com/wiki/Praetorian

This article does not include any information though on its appearance in the new Aliens Defiance comic which I got the pic I posted from. (Drawn by the very talented Tristan Jones)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 03:26:57 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on May 20, 2016, 12:42:44 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 08:14:49 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on May 20, 2016, 05:49:22 AM
There was a bit of discussion about making this from the Aliens Defiance comic...



Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 20, 2016, 07:15:33 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on May 20, 2016, 12:00:55 AM
What if... They make...finally...the Praetorian? Dream come true, number one wishlisted Alien toy. Please??

Quote from: Sabres21768 on May 20, 2016, 05:49:22 AM
There was a bit of discussion about making this from the Aliens Defiance comic...

I think it's going to be Tristan's Praetorian. They were talking about, then went to talking to Tristan and Dark Horse and then Tristan made a comment about awesome Alien and comic related news. If it is that, that's going to be an absolutely quick turnaround!
Speaking as someone who hasn't been reading Defiance as it's been coming out (and is waiting for the eventual collected edition), can you tell me more about this Praetorian? Thanks :)

You can read about its different appearances in games and comics here...
http://avp.wikia.com/wiki/Praetorian

This article does not include any information though on its appearance in the new Aliens Defiance comic which I got the pic I posted from. (Drawn by the very talented Tristan Jones)
I know what a Praetorian is in general :P I was referring to the one in Defiance specifically, I guess I didn't make that clear, sorry.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 20, 2016, 04:38:34 PM
Here it is...a two pack of Genocide Aliens featuring the Big Chap and Runner.


Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 04:59:39 PM
What is the runner repaint at the bottom supposed to be? The color of the rod puppet in the corridor chase or something?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 20, 2016, 05:36:27 PM
Not sure
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on May 20, 2016, 05:41:23 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 04:59:39 PMWhat is the runner repaint at the bottom supposed to be? The color of the rod puppet in the corridor chase or something?

Think it's just meant to be a Red Alien Runner.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 05:54:43 PM
Quote from: HuDaFuK on May 20, 2016, 05:41:23 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 04:59:39 PMWhat is the runner repaint at the bottom supposed to be? The color of the rod puppet in the corridor chase or something?

Think it's just meant to be a Red Alien Runner.
No I mean the green one in the bottom row of headshots.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on May 20, 2016, 06:16:16 PM
Oh, missed that! I assume that's just the Runner repaint announced recently, given how its shown alongside the W-Y commando.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 20, 2016, 06:44:31 PM
They're reissuing it in normal colour too, I think? I forget which way round it'll be but it's either the re-issue or the lead variant.

I like the Genocide repaints. Not too fussed myself (I've got the red Warrior) but I continue to love them doing varients like this. K-species next! 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 06:48:41 PM
The K-species were the green ones from AvP Extinction, right?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 20, 2016, 06:51:24 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 06:48:41 PM
The K-species were the green ones from AvP Extinction, right?

You got it!

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F2.bp.blogspot.com%2F-H9mxmTFw22A%2FTrpyvV8MaVI%2FAAAAAAAAANY%2Fyb6fQb4fiO0%2Fs1600%2Favp%2Bextiction%2Bload%2Btela.jpg&hash=df0d21199cba1d6116403f8477ee9a14b79e47f0)(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/images/games/avpextinction/aliens/alien08.jpg)

More yellowish, I'd say.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on May 20, 2016, 09:12:56 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 20, 2016, 06:51:24 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 06:48:41 PM
The K-species were the green ones from AvP Extinction, right?

You got it!

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-H9mxmTFw22A/TrpyvV8MaVI/AAAAAAAAANY/yb6fQb4fiO0/s1600/avp+extiction+load+tela.jpghttp://www.avpgalaxy.net/images/games/avpextinction/aliens/alien08.jpg

More yellowish, I'd say.
.

Bit OT, but did you catch the possible reference to the K-Series in Aliens: Invasion?
Spoiler
About it being a disaster when W-Y tried genetically modifying xenos.
[close]
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on May 21, 2016, 12:23:44 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 20, 2016, 06:44:31 PM
They're reissuing it in normal colour too, I think? I forget which way round it'll be but it's either the re-issue or the lead variant.

I like the Genocide repaints. Not too fussed myself (I've got the red Warrior) but I continue to love them doing varients like this. K-species next!
Yes! A reissue along with a new color scheme, the newer more grey scale (I believe it's supposed to be a molten lead version, pre-sprinklers lol).

I like it and hate it at the same time. Simple repaint. I don't have a "Red Hive" to build up so these are of little interest to me. I will pick up a box set sure, but won't be opening any. K Series? Same opinion but an entire "Aliens V Predator Extinction" Line? SIGN ME UP!!! That's my dream team #facehuggerfriday reveal. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 21, 2016, 06:00:29 PM
Quote from: Ultramorph on May 20, 2016, 09:12:56 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 20, 2016, 06:51:24 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 06:48:41 PM
The K-species were the green ones from AvP Extinction, right?

You got it!

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-H9mxmTFw22A/TrpyvV8MaVI/AAAAAAAAANY/yb6fQb4fiO0/s1600/avp+extiction+load+tela.jpghttp://www.avpgalaxy.net/images/games/avpextinction/aliens/alien08.jpg

More yellowish, I'd say.
.

Bit OT, but did you catch the possible reference to the K-Series in Aliens: Invasion?
Spoiler
About it being a disaster when W-Y tried genetically modifying xenos.
[close]

I thought it was a bit of a dig towards Resurrection.


Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on May 21, 2016, 12:23:44 AM
I like it and hate it at the same time. Simple repaint. I don't have a "Red Hive" to build up so these are of little interest to me. I will pick up a box set sure, but won't be opening any. K Series? Same opinion but an entire "Aliens V Predator Extinction" Line? SIGN ME UP!!! That's my dream team #facehuggerfriday reveal.

God, I would love a Ravenger or Carrier.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on May 24, 2016, 11:27:00 PM
Just one more month!

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.toysrus.com%2Fgraphics%2Fproduct_images%2FpTRU1-23898338_alternate1_enh-z6.jpg&hash=32fab0a391081b6972df6c1b404981620787bbc5)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on May 25, 2016, 12:06:05 AM
That's pretty sweet, might have to be my first neca figure
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on May 25, 2016, 02:23:28 AM
Holy shit, that looks GORGEUS!  :o I´m not in the mood of collecting 1/4 scale figures but that one is one hell of big reason to get it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 25, 2016, 07:21:58 AM
That does look pretty flipping gorgeous. I've not brought one of the 1/4 scales yet. They usually go for £80+?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on May 25, 2016, 10:54:32 PM
Damn!!! That Xeno looks great! I must have it! It would go great with my 1st Alien xeno. I snagged mine for $50 Canadian at the time it came out. Have no idea what it sells for these days.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on May 25, 2016, 11:33:17 PM
Last year's 1/4 scale original Alien had a variant,perhaps this new 1/4 scale ALIENS warrior might also?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on May 26, 2016, 04:11:43 AM
Quote from: Elmazalman on May 25, 2016, 11:33:17 PM
Last year's 1/4 scale original Alien had a variant,perhaps this new 1/4 scale ALIENS warrior might also?

I hope not. I found the fact that they made open and closed lip variants as a "random Draw" Annoying. sure you can probably pic one out in person at a store. but the rest of us who buys these figures online might not like having to deal with a "luck of the draw" crap don't have that luxury so it becomes an inconvenience as some people (myself included) hated the closed lip variant.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on May 26, 2016, 06:50:19 PM
I can't wait. I already have a spot for it on my new shelving unit.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.toysrus.com%2Fgraphics%2Fproduct_images%2FpTRU1-23898338enh-z6.jpg&hash=1659767050f1b5512584790ce03b2f8ab01b29cc)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 26, 2016, 09:24:31 PM
Alien3 Ripley in package:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 26, 2016, 09:38:59 PM
I can dig it. I'm not sure if I'll be buying it, I'll wait to see it in person.

What are the accessories? A flashlight and one of those weird sparking torch things? (like I seriously don't know what those things are in real life or what they do)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on May 26, 2016, 09:45:33 PM
Yea it definitely looks like one of those torch things & interchangable arms. I can dig this for sure. Be cool if she maybe came with a Queenburster too.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LordCassusSnow on May 27, 2016, 12:28:38 AM
Anyone going to comic con want to pick me up a Newt figure? We can work something out and I can throw in something extra for your time.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 27, 2016, 07:40:06 AM
I'm liking the looks of A3 Ripley. Assuming she looks good in person, I might finally pick up a Ripley!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on May 27, 2016, 10:43:36 AM
Quote from: LordCassusSnow on May 27, 2016, 12:28:38 AM
Anyone going to comic con want to pick me up a Newt figure? We can work something out and I can throw in something extra for your time.

Didn't Randy say Newt will be fairly readily availble through other channels after the con?

But if you gotta have her straight away, I can respect that.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 27, 2016, 11:57:38 AM
I think he said it would be, yeah. It'll be buried on their Twitter page by now though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 27, 2016, 04:34:18 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 27, 2016, 07:40:06 AM
I'm liking the looks of A3 Ripley. Assuming she looks good in person, I might finally pick up a Ripley!
The 'Aliens' Ripley is pretty sweet!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 27, 2016, 06:09:34 PM
New pics if series 8 are up.
http://necaonline.com/56613/blog/news-and-announcements/closer-look-aliens-series-8-alien-3-7-scale-action-figures/
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on May 27, 2016, 09:06:59 PM
Man, I'm definitely getting me another Ripley  ;D.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on May 28, 2016, 02:24:13 AM
For Newt, Randy said he has a "fairly solid plan B" and that he can't talk about it now. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 28, 2016, 05:04:15 AM
That WY Commando figure is pretty solid, I'll definitely be getting that. The in-package photo shows 2 pairs of goggles and they both seem identical, is one just a spare in case you lose the first?

Still on the fence on A3 Ripley, I'll wait to see it in person.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on May 28, 2016, 11:47:14 AM
A3 Ripley looks great. Her and the WY Commando are must haves.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on May 28, 2016, 02:10:24 PM
Quote from: Otter on May 27, 2016, 10:43:36 AM
Quote from: LordCassusSnow on May 27, 2016, 12:28:38 AM
Anyone going to comic con want to pick me up a Newt figure? We can work something out and I can throw in something extra for your time.

Didn't Randy say Newt will be fairly readily availble through other channels after the con?

But if you gotta have her straight away, I can respect that.

Is that a current statement or the old one?
Cause that's the reason a bunch of people are mad at them. They keep saying how their stuff is available to the people that want it, which is true, but this time around they completely went the other way.

As of now all the figs are CC exclusive on-site.

I know Randy said he  is pushing for Newt but that is not a guarantee.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on May 28, 2016, 06:49:41 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 27, 2016, 07:40:06 AM
I'm liking the looks of A3 Ripley. Assuming she looks good in person, I might finally pick up a Ripley!
What sold me on the Alien Ripley was that is came with the flamethrower and Jones. But, it was mostly Jones that pushed it into must buy territory for me!

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on May 29, 2016, 12:55:18 AM
NECA must make 1/4 scale Jones figure to match their Alien. 

MUST! :laugh:

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on May 29, 2016, 11:05:19 AM
I'd be tempted by that to stand in as a 1:4 Klunk with my 1:4 ninja turtles. ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 29, 2016, 01:53:53 PM
Definitely getting one of those Commandos!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jun 02, 2016, 11:18:53 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 21, 2016, 06:00:29 PM
Quote from: Ultramorph on May 20, 2016, 09:12:56 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 20, 2016, 06:51:24 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 06:48:41 PM
The K-species were the green ones from AvP Extinction, right?

You got it!

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-H9mxmTFw22A/TrpyvV8MaVI/AAAAAAAAANY/yb6fQb4fiO0/s1600/avp+extiction+load+tela.jpghttp://www.avpgalaxy.net/images/games/avpextinction/aliens/alien08.jpg

More yellowish, I'd say.
.

Bit OT, but did you catch the possible reference to the K-Series in Aliens: Invasion?
Spoiler
About it being a disaster when W-Y tried genetically modifying xenos.
[close]

I thought it was a bit of a dig towards Resurrection.


Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on May 21, 2016, 12:23:44 AM
I like it and hate it at the same time. Simple repaint. I don't have a "Red Hive" to build up so these are of little interest to me. I will pick up a box set sure, but won't be opening any. K Series? Same opinion but an entire "Aliens V Predator Extinction" Line? SIGN ME UP!!! That's my dream team #facehuggerfriday reveal.

God, I would love a Ravenger or Carrier.
As would I. Even the Praetorian and Predalien are technically unique in design to the game. The Predator designs would be great as there are, what, 7 or so models? I'm just going off memory. Same with Marines.
Quote from: DaddyYautja on May 28, 2016, 02:10:24 PM
Quote from: Otter on May 27, 2016, 10:43:36 AM
Quote from: LordCassusSnow on May 27, 2016, 12:28:38 AM
Anyone going to comic con want to pick me up a Newt figure? We can work something out and I can throw in something extra for your time.

Didn't Randy say Newt will be fairly readily availble through other channels after the con?

But if you gotta have her straight away, I can respect that.

Is that a current statement or the old one?
Cause that's the reason a bunch of people are mad at them. They keep saying how their stuff is available to the people that want it, which is true, but this time around they completely went the other way.

As of now all the figs are CC exclusive on-site.

I know Randy said he  is pushing for Newt but that is not a guarantee.
I have to say if they don't offer the figures online through NECA Club like they have in years past, I'll be really angry. One of the first CC Exclusives I really want (Newt) and they have some nonsense clause about not being able to sell them outside of it? Like we can all drop a couple thousand bucks to fly out there, hotel, food, tickets etc AND purchase their exclusive toys...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Jun 03, 2016, 09:20:42 AM
ebay.  Someone will be flogging them.  Yes there'll be an obscene mark-up, but I'd rather have the figure than not have the figure.

I understand it's not for everyone though, and some people are more able to hold their ground when it comes to feeding the scalpers.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jun 11, 2016, 02:42:04 PM
Quote from: Otter on Jun 03, 2016, 09:20:42 AM
ebay.  Someone will be flogging them.  Yes there'll be an obscene mark-up, but I'd rather have the figure than not have the figure.

I understand it's not for everyone though, and some people are more able to hold their ground when it comes to feeding the scalpers.
That's the thing. Some of the SDCC figures are still available at a reasonable markup price. Others are ridiculous. It all depends on the market. Buy too many too soon and they sky-rocket in price or buy too few and people will hold on to them to wait for a better time to sell. Can't win.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Jun 11, 2016, 09:19:03 PM
I'm hoping that Popcultcha will stock Newt locally.  They have always stocked the SDCC exclusives in the past.  I feel like I read somewhere that Newt might be harder to get than previous exclusives, but I don't know how much of that was just people getting tied up in the ire about the ninja turtles exclusives.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Jun 16, 2016, 07:46:54 PM
Series 8 just hit neca's ebay!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: sir_bobos on Jun 17, 2016, 12:29:38 AM
Picked up Amanda Ripley. Pretty happy with her.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi110.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fn107%2Fsir_bobos%2F20160616_190622_zps3pyssrhc.jpg&hash=8ca597f22d0dc61b207a96126de83468f980f754) (http://s110.photobucket.com/user/sir_bobos/media/20160616_190622_zps3pyssrhc.jpg.html)

Waiting on the Marines to come now.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Jun 17, 2016, 11:22:10 AM
I love that you have the Alien behind her in the pic. Its like she's going, this thing is beeping like hell, but where is it? lol
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jun 17, 2016, 07:55:50 PM
Well , well, well.... look what just arrived! Looks like the 2 Dog Aliens shipped separately and will arrive Monday, according to the tracking. More pics to come soon after I open it.

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13417417_10153558066260474_2483889810745591071_n.jpg?oh=6acf0f167ac82869c35f878fc4565418&oe=57D7FBC0)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mrcreosote on Jun 17, 2016, 08:09:33 PM
When can I get hold of the new ripely and wy commando Anyone know! I'm uk based
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jun 17, 2016, 10:30:58 PM
Coming soon from Neca. Q scale concept Alien.

Due to popular demand, we're bringing our first #concept figure from Alien to the quarter-scale format!

In the iconic 1979 horror movie, the skin of the #Xenomorph was meant to be almost see-through. H.R. Giger originally had the suit cast in a #translucent flesh-tone but, in one of the many technical hurdles that had to be overcome to bring his creature to life on screen, repeated difficulties with the material forced the change to the coloring seen in the movie.

This incredible action figure stands over 22" tall, and has a hinged jaw that opens, revealing an inner mouth that extends for realistic movie action. It has 25 points of articulation, including double knee joints and a bendable tail, and extra attention has been paid to all the eerie details that made #Giger's designs for #Alien so mesmerizing.

One production run only. Starts shipping out to retailers in October 2016!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jun 17, 2016, 11:37:35 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jun 17, 2016, 10:30:58 PM
Coming soon from Neca. Q scale concept Alien.

Due to popular demand, we're bringing our first #concept figure from Alien to the quarter-scale format!

In the iconic 1979 horror movie, the skin of the #Xenomorph was meant to be almost see-through. H.R. Giger originally had the suit cast in a #translucent flesh-tone but, in one of the many technical hurdles that had to be overcome to bring his creature to life on screen, repeated difficulties with the material forced the change to the coloring seen in the movie.

This incredible action figure stands over 22" tall, and has a hinged jaw that opens, revealing an inner mouth that extends for realistic movie action. It has 25 points of articulation, including double knee joints and a bendable tail, and extra attention has been paid to all the eerie details that made #Giger's designs for #Alien so mesmerizing.

One production run only. Starts shipping out to retailers in October 2016!

Damn, I was hoping a 1/4 Scale Dog Alien was next.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jun 17, 2016, 11:45:15 PM
I'm sure we'll see it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jun 18, 2016, 02:36:34 AM
A couple of more photos:

(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13466463_10153558637495474_4747542855432037792_n.jpg?oh=dc2bcac25071149cb5940006450cfba2&oe=57D39648)

(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13432437_10153558697045474_687824506852157902_n.jpg?oh=f8191f6857372e44f86ea5721c5d73fa&oe=57C57239)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jun 18, 2016, 04:14:56 AM
Not mine, but I had to show off the amazing work of Brandon Flores...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 18, 2016, 04:33:32 AM
Nice diorama.

Oh, and quarter scale translucent concept Alien coming too.   Niiiiiice.  Looking forward to seeing that hit shelves later this year - if it doesn't get delayed like a lot of NECA stuff has been in the past. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jun 18, 2016, 05:56:50 PM
a few other pics:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fscontent.cdninstagram.com%2Ft51.2885-15%2Fs750x750%2Fsh0.08%2Fe35%2F13423470_1604375056558993_584056786_n.jpg%3Fig_cache_key%3DMTI3NTIwNTkxNzI1NjgyMzQzNg%253D%253D.2&hash=243213700d64a389ad0d4c6dbf2c48f68d96ed33)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fscontent.cdninstagram.com%2Ft51.2885-15%2Fsh0.08%2Fe35%2Fp750x750%2F13385666_641500649347055_22294091_n.jpg%3Fig_cache_key%3DMTI3NTIwNjY2NTkzMTY5ODg1NQ%253D%253D.2&hash=197ab92f353fb5d48d9b10a2b80f31f54c4e931a)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fscontent.cdninstagram.com%2Ft51.2885-15%2Fs750x750%2Fsh0.08%2Fe35%2F13381384_371428036314442_1641547993_n.jpg%3Fig_cache_key%3DMTI3NTIwODE0OTE4ODU4ODIzMw%253D%253D.2&hash=ddff5f3404671e9b9d8f79875a959415e7686f8d)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fscontent.cdninstagram.com%2Ft51.2885-15%2Fsh0.08%2Fe35%2Fp750x750%2F13398610_1831149470447249_213542396_n.jpg%3Fig_cache_key%3DMTI3NTQ3OTg0OTIyMjM4NTg3Mg%253D%253D.2&hash=d5a31af1c1537bbba0974fd137affee739a34d75)

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Darth Rinzler on Jun 20, 2016, 05:48:18 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 21, 2016, 06:00:29 PM
Quote from: Ultramorph on May 20, 2016, 09:12:56 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 20, 2016, 06:51:24 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 20, 2016, 06:48:41 PM
The K-species were the green ones from AvP Extinction, right?

You got it!

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-H9mxmTFw22A/TrpyvV8MaVI/AAAAAAAAANY/yb6fQb4fiO0/s1600/avp+extiction+load+tela.jpghttp://www.avpgalaxy.net/images/games/avpextinction/aliens/alien08.jpg

More yellowish, I'd say.
.

Bit OT, but did you catch the possible reference to the K-Series in Aliens: Invasion?
Spoiler
About it being a disaster when W-Y tried genetically modifying xenos.
[close]

I thought it was a bit of a dig towards Resurrection.


Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on May 21, 2016, 12:23:44 AM
I like it and hate it at the same time. Simple repaint. I don't have a "Red Hive" to build up so these are of little interest to me. I will pick up a box set sure, but won't be opening any. K Series? Same opinion but an entire "Aliens V Predator Extinction" Line? SIGN ME UP!!! That's my dream team #facehuggerfriday reveal.

God, I would love a Ravenger or Carrier.

I would love both versions of Ravenger.  Anyway that reference cant be resurrection, they werent WY but United system military.  Which claimed wy was bought by walmart.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jun 20, 2016, 09:32:01 PM
Side by side, the new grey (left) and brown (right) variants of the Dog Alien don't look that much different color-wise.

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13442369_10153564516460474_8358166778250172658_n.jpg?oh=b29e24341718db16c60975188d6d8963&oe=57C2AAD3)

Just snapped this after opening, Brown (left) Grey (right):

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13450769_10153564602875474_7171929537929039710_n.jpg?oh=864bd0ec4d3831b656b5c9270e9b8606&oe=57D11075)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 20, 2016, 10:40:38 PM
Looks like the packaging is exactly alike on both Series 8 'A3' Aliens, too.  I thought maybe there might be some text differences but it looks like there aint.  Oh well.  Just another variant to get up Collector's noses, I guess. 

Is it the same re-purposed figure from NECA's earlier release of the character?  I'm guessing it is judging by the one I currently have on hand and comparing to your photos.   This makes it a series 8 reissue of the older figure with the big difference being a paint variant on the grey figure.  I guess the series line up on the backs of the packaging lists all 4 figures for this series will probably be the big factor differentiating between this re-release and the original Series 3 figure. 

It's a nice figure and deserves to be re-issued.  Looks like it even comes with the crummy display stand as well.  Crummy stand is crummy.

What's become of the lead coated version of NECA's 'ALIEN 3' figure?  Is that still only being available as a chase/exclusive/overpriced f*cker on Ebay release?  Does anyone know yet..?

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Jun 20, 2016, 11:17:12 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Jun 20, 2016, 10:40:38 PM
Looks like the packaging is exactly alike on both Series 8 'A3' Aliens, too.  I thought maybe there might be some text differences but it looks like there aint.  Oh well.  Just another variant to get up Collector's noses, I guess. 

Is it the same re-purposed figure from NECA's earlier release of the character?  I'm guessing it is judging by the one I currently have on hand and comparing to your photos.   This makes it a series 8 reissue of the older figure with the big difference being a paint variant on the grey figure.  I guess the series line up on the backs of the packaging lists all 4 figures for this series will probably be the big factor differentiating between this re-release and the original Series 3 figure. 

It's a nice figure and deserves to be re-issued.  Looks like it even comes with the crummy display stand as well.  Crummy stand is crummy.

What's become of the lead coated version of NECA's 'ALIEN 3' figure?  Is that still only being available as a chase/exclusive/overpriced f*cker on Ebay release?  Does anyone know yet..?

-Windebieste.
Expect a 1/4 scale Ox/Dog Alien next year for the 25th anniversary?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jun 20, 2016, 11:33:02 PM
Wow the 1/4 Warrior looks great. Wish my TRU carried that scale.
Quote from: GQSioux on Jun 20, 2016, 09:32:01 PM
Side by side, the new grey (left) and brown (right) variants of the Dog Alien don't look that much different color-wise.

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13442369_10153564516460474_8358166778250172658_n.jpg?oh=b29e24341718db16c60975188d6d8963&oe=57C2AAD3)

Just snapped this after opening, Brown (left) Grey (right):

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13450769_10153564602875474_7171929537929039710_n.jpg?oh=864bd0ec4d3831b656b5c9270e9b8606&oe=57D11075)
I couldn't even tell the difference until you opened them. That's bad. Really bad. C'mon NECA!
Quote from: GQSioux on Jun 18, 2016, 02:36:34 AM
A couple of more photos:

(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13466463_10153558637495474_4747542855432037792_n.jpg?oh=dc2bcac25071149cb5940006450cfba2&oe=57D39648)

(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13432437_10153558697045474_687824506852157902_n.jpg?oh=f8191f6857372e44f86ea5721c5d73fa&oe=57C57239)

That second picture? Nice display. What do you use? Are those the book shelf cubby-hole things? Would love a frontal shot showcasing the whole thing.
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jun 17, 2016, 10:30:58 PM
Coming soon from Neca. Q scale concept Alien.

Due to popular demand, we're bringing our first #concept figure from Alien to the quarter-scale format!

In the iconic 1979 horror movie, the skin of the #Xenomorph was meant to be almost see-through. H.R. Giger originally had the suit cast in a #translucent flesh-tone but, in one of the many technical hurdles that had to be overcome to bring his creature to life on screen, repeated difficulties with the material forced the change to the coloring seen in the movie.

This incredible action figure stands over 22" tall, and has a hinged jaw that opens, revealing an inner mouth that extends for realistic movie action. It has 25 points of articulation, including double knee joints and a bendable tail, and extra attention has been paid to all the eerie details that made #Giger's designs for #Alien so mesmerizing.

One production run only. Starts shipping out to retailers in October 2016!
A chase figure in the big scale huh? It sucks that I can't find the Alien 1/4 Big Chap for less than $125. Now there's another coming out? Geez...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jun 21, 2016, 12:04:54 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Jun 20, 2016, 11:33:02 PM
Wow the 1/4 Warrior looks great. Wish my TRU carried that scale.
Quote from: GQSioux on Jun 20, 2016, 09:32:01 PM
Side by side, the new grey (left) and brown (right) variants of the Dog Alien don't look that much different color-wise.

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13442369_10153564516460474_8358166778250172658_n.jpg?oh=b29e24341718db16c60975188d6d8963&oe=57C2AAD3)

Just snapped this after opening, Brown (left) Grey (right):

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13450769_10153564602875474_7171929537929039710_n.jpg?oh=864bd0ec4d3831b656b5c9270e9b8606&oe=57D11075)
I couldn't even tell the difference until you opened them. That's bad. Really bad. C'mon NECA!
Quote from: GQSioux on Jun 18, 2016, 02:36:34 AM
A couple of more photos:

(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13466463_10153558637495474_4747542855432037792_n.jpg?oh=dc2bcac25071149cb5940006450cfba2&oe=57D39648)

(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13432437_10153558697045474_687824506852157902_n.jpg?oh=f8191f6857372e44f86ea5721c5d73fa&oe=57C57239)

That second picture? Nice display. What do you use? Are those the book shelf cubby-hole things? Would love a frontal shot showcasing the whole thing.
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jun 17, 2016, 10:30:58 PM
Coming soon from Neca. Q scale concept Alien.

Due to popular demand, we're bringing our first #concept figure from Alien to the quarter-scale format!

In the iconic 1979 horror movie, the skin of the #Xenomorph was meant to be almost see-through. H.R. Giger originally had the suit cast in a #translucent flesh-tone but, in one of the many technical hurdles that had to be overcome to bring his creature to life on screen, repeated difficulties with the material forced the change to the coloring seen in the movie.

This incredible action figure stands over 22" tall, and has a hinged jaw that opens, revealing an inner mouth that extends for realistic movie action. It has 25 points of articulation, including double knee joints and a bendable tail, and extra attention has been paid to all the eerie details that made #Giger's designs for #Alien so mesmerizing.

One production run only. Starts shipping out to retailers in October 2016!
A chase figure in the big scale huh? It sucks that I can't find the Alien 1/4 Big Chap for less than $125. Now there's another coming out? Geez...

I'll try to take a better photo of it later, but I do have a video of it with the LED lights in action. It's a grey/black bookcase by a company called Monarch. I added LED puck lights inside to help light up the action figures. The larger 1/4 figures sit on top of it like in the photo above.

http://scontent.cdninstagram.com/t50.2886-16/13300983_1722205598038623_1618521537_n.mp4 (http://scontent.cdninstagram.com/t50.2886-16/13300983_1722205598038623_1618521537_n.mp4)

Here's a link to the actual bookcase. It's pictured vertical here but I laid it horizontally:

https://www.amazon.com/Monarch-Specialties-Hollow-Core-Bookcase-71-Inch/dp/B00QUEDHBY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1466467282&sr=8-1&keywords=monarch+bookcase+black (https://www.amazon.com/Monarch-Specialties-Hollow-Core-Bookcase-71-Inch/dp/B00QUEDHBY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1466467282&sr=8-1&keywords=monarch+bookcase+black)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jun 21, 2016, 12:30:42 AM
Wow that's awesome and insanely expensive! Lol
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 21, 2016, 01:13:26 AM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Jun 20, 2016, 11:17:12 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Jun 20, 2016, 10:40:38 PM
Looks like the packaging is exactly alike on both Series 8 'A3' Aliens, too.  I thought maybe there might be some text differences but it looks like there aint.  Oh well.  Just another variant to get up Collector's noses, I guess. 

Is it the same re-purposed figure from NECA's earlier release of the character?  I'm guessing it is judging by the one I currently have on hand and comparing to your photos.   This makes it a series 8 reissue of the older figure with the big difference being a paint variant on the grey figure.  I guess the series line up on the backs of the packaging lists all 4 figures for this series will probably be the big factor differentiating between this re-release and the original Series 3 figure. 

It's a nice figure and deserves to be re-issued.  Looks like it even comes with the crummy display stand as well.  Crummy stand is crummy.

What's become of the lead coated version of NECA's 'ALIEN 3' figure?  Is that still only being available as a chase/exclusive/overpriced f*cker on Ebay release?  Does anyone know yet..?

-Windebieste.
Expect a 1/4 scale Ox/Dog Alien next year for the 25th anniversary?

I was thinking the same thing would be likely - and I would buy it. 

But wasn't NECA planning a chase version of the character in the 7" format with lead dripping off of it?  I'm sure we still haven't had any more details of that item for a while.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Jun 21, 2016, 05:33:06 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jun 20, 2016, 10:40:38 PM


What's become of the lead coated version of NECA's 'ALIEN 3' figure?  Is that still only being available as a chase/exclusive/overpriced f*cker on Ebay release?  Does anyone know yet..?

-Windebieste.

The people on twitter didnt like the idea of a chase fig so they arent going to do it.

Which sounds stupid since this is just the same dog alien. Why not have as many color variations as possible?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Jun 21, 2016, 05:51:58 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jun 21, 2016, 01:13:26 AM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Jun 20, 2016, 11:17:12 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Jun 20, 2016, 10:40:38 PM
Looks like the packaging is exactly alike on both Series 8 'A3' Aliens, too.  I thought maybe there might be some text differences but it looks like there aint.  Oh well.  Just another variant to get up Collector's noses, I guess. 

Is it the same re-purposed figure from NECA's earlier release of the character?  I'm guessing it is judging by the one I currently have on hand and comparing to your photos.   This makes it a series 8 reissue of the older figure with the big difference being a paint variant on the grey figure.  I guess the series line up on the backs of the packaging lists all 4 figures for this series will probably be the big factor differentiating between this re-release and the original Series 3 figure. 

It's a nice figure and deserves to be re-issued.  Looks like it even comes with the crummy display stand as well.  Crummy stand is crummy.

What's become of the lead coated version of NECA's 'ALIEN 3' figure?  Is that still only being available as a chase/exclusive/overpriced f*cker on Ebay release?  Does anyone know yet..?

-Windebieste.
Expect a 1/4 scale Ox/Dog Alien next year for the 25th anniversary?

I was thinking the same thing would be likely - and I would buy it. 

But wasn't NECA planning a chase version of the character in the 7" format with lead dripping off of it?  I'm sure we still haven't had any more details of that item for a while.

-Windebieste.
Don't know.The 1/4 scale lends itself perfectly to the A3 creature's intricate surface detail-more so than the previous two 1/4 figures,imo.Whether they include a display stand for this monster-sized figure is another matter.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jun 23, 2016, 01:16:13 AM
Honestly it's an easy way to keep the line going and some folks love their 1/4 scale stuff. Release all of them in 1.4 scale, I don't care :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jun 30, 2016, 02:13:42 AM
Loving this Wey-Yu Commando.






Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 30, 2016, 06:48:57 PM
Need to get mine! Looks so badass.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Jun 30, 2016, 06:52:04 PM
Yeah, I don't have any NECA figures but I might have to get me one of those guys, along with maybe a Runner to pose him against.

Also lol at the Resistance Chimera rifle he's holding.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jun 30, 2016, 08:50:25 PM
Quote from: HuDaFuK on Jun 30, 2016, 06:52:04 PM
Yeah, I don't have any NECA figures but I might have to get me one of those guys, along with maybe a Runner to pose him against.

Also lol at the Resistance Chimera rifle he's holding.

Yeah, it's my version of the M42C scoped rifle from AvP
At least until NECA makes one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Jul 01, 2016, 10:30:02 AM
my pre orders for series 8 came in
skipped series A7 and series P14, P15 (AvP) so this is my first haul of year

i did pick up a couple of the KENNER RIPLEYS and glow in the dark XENO eggs in April but been caught up in work, didn't have time to post them so i threw them in as well

RIPLEY
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP6300458_zpssrwtvsl4.jpg&hash=16371038e607d7cb41ee3ae97a9d43b2255f1432) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P6300458_zpssrwtvsl4.jpg.html)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP6300466_zpstpy8evur.jpg&hash=73281cd9fc115e363e28364160527dfb1523f6b0) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P6300466_zpstpy8evur.jpg.html)

COMMANDOS n EGGS
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP6300459_zpsnonknsmw.jpg&hash=9ac6012ed5fe415b2157442a914ac19f32312a44) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P6300459_zpsnonknsmw.jpg.html)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP6300455_zpse0cznhs6.jpg&hash=71e3ffda9c5714950856af811f63b28705474d03) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P6300455_zpse0cznhs6.jpg.html)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP6300454_zpspttgkabb.jpg&hash=1552156cba478472657a9f9e8f899436d7e4702a) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P6300454_zpspttgkabb.jpg.html)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP6300453_zpsdjpvbbdw.jpg&hash=ff91b8ea8c7be313fec7420a87aecf7e11fd7e27) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P6300453_zpsdjpvbbdw.jpg.html)

"GREY" RUNNER
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP6300461_zpsnwzhxlgl.jpg&hash=592d756a16bbec8c162b370f02de73081fa818e5) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P6300461_zpsnwzhxlgl.jpg.html)

BROWN vs GREY
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FP6300468_zpsubddived.jpg&hash=057dc5c5eb7c561402a80112e71f64f229f21741) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/P6300468_zpsubddived.jpg.html)
i pulled out one of my RUNNERS from series 3 for a quick comparison

BROWN has a gloss wash, the GREY doesn't
i have yet to pick up the BROWN RUNNER from series 8 but i doubt there will be any difference to the one released in series 3
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 01, 2016, 10:36:20 AM
Woah... way too much good stuff you got there.  Proof! Ripley is a clone.  :laugh:  By the way, she was never a prisoner - only in the sense that she was stuck on F161 could that be considered true.

What differences are in the in the packaging for the 2 Dog/Ox Aliens?  Can you show us the backs of the packages?

I already have a pair of series 3 Dox Aliens and I'm having a little trouble justifying the purchase of the figure once again.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 01, 2016, 10:48:03 AM
That is quite the haul!  :o I didn't manage to pick up the Kenner Ripley. Might have to have a look on eBay and see how bad it is.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Jul 02, 2016, 06:53:42 AM
i'm kinda of glad now that i picked them up when i had the chance

at the time when the LOOT CRATE was announced and all the hype surrounding it
i was thinking surely the NECA exclusive was going to be the KENNER RIPLEY, nope wrong sorry we're getting an GITD 4 pack
granted the 4 pack is cool but an golden opportunity was missed to make the first AD epic

following NECA's play book we should see it again as an re-release in the future i'm willing to bank

Quote from: windebieste on Jul 01, 2016, 10:36:20 AM

What differences are in the in the packaging for the 2 Dog/Ox Aliens?  Can you show us the backs of the packages?

-Windebieste.

sure
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yeah if your not army / troop building like myself theres no reason to pick it up unless you missed its first initial release
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 02, 2016, 07:37:28 AM
Ah, yes!  The text is the same but the graphical content is completely different.  What about the other Alien 3 package  Are both of the new packages the same in this series?

Army building.  No.  Not really into collecting vast quantities of the same NECA figure.  I have a few duplicate items, sure.  A couple Stompys, a pair of Dog aliens and maybe a couple others.  Not exactly army building.  Now, if you want to talk about the '79 Kenner Alien that's a different story.  Got about 3 dozen of those things now.   When the next batch arrives, maybe 40 of them...

Why?  Why the Hell do people collect multiple items of the same thing... Why?  On the surface it makes no sense but I think it's a complex question to ask and I don't even know if there's an answer.  I'm thinking there as many justifiable responses to that question as you would care to think of.  Why even be a fan in the first place?  You might have to start with trying to answer that question before we even look at the quirks of being a Collector...

Some things you just have to accept in other people.  It's part of who we are.   ;D  If you want lash out and buy 15 NECA WY Series 8 Commandos, I celebrate that!  Well done.  Other people will just scratch their head and wonder 'WTF?'.  Eh.  They probably have their weird obsessions too; but lack the pride that makes it worth sharing. 

In other words - Thanks for sharing!  ;)

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Jul 03, 2016, 08:17:04 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jul 02, 2016, 07:37:28 AM
Ah, yes!  The text is the same but the graphical content is completely different.  What about the other Alien 3 package  Are both of the new packages the same in this series?
yeah, RIPLEY and the COMMANDO have the same back setup / story writeup

Quote
Army building.  No.  Not really into collecting vast quantities of the same NECA figure.  I have a few duplicate items, sure.  A couple Stompys, a pair of Dog aliens and maybe a couple others.  Not exactly army building.

remind me not to show you my T-800 ENDOS an GORILLA SOLDIERS and thats just NECA, i troop army build GI Joe and COD too

Quote
Why?  Why the Hell do people collect multiple items of the same thing... Why?  On the surface it makes no sense but I think it's a complex question to ask and I don't even know if there's an answer.  I'm thinking there as many justifiable responses to that question as you would care to think of.  Why even be a fan in the first place?  You might have to start with trying to answer that question before we even look at the quirks of being a Collector...

naw its not complex and the answer is simple... its pure FUN! 8)

i mean come on whats not cool or fun about getting and opening up a butch of kick ass action figures and coming up with and creating your own cool ass battle scenes?

um... no.. anybody, am i the only one? maybe BOB and TLYER can chime on in here and help a fellow army builder out  :laugh:

QuoteIf you want lash out and buy 15 NECA WY Series 8 Commandos, I celebrate that! Well done.
21 now ;D

Quote
In other words - Thanks for sharing!  ;)

-Windebieste.

any time
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 03, 2016, 08:52:54 AM
Ah.  Completely agree with the Fun element.  You got me there.  My concern is the whole OCD component that also appears to accompany the phenomenon as well.  I know when I have a few $$$ in hand that I am happy to burn, it doesn't get spent on beer or pizza - I'm straight onto Ebay to see what I can pick up (sometimes) for cheap. 

There's nothing quite like the buzz of having a new action figure enter your life - regardless of whether it's the first one - or the fiftieth - of that particular sample.  New or used.  Rare or this month's mass market release.  It doesn't seem to matter.

I will admit it.  The whole army building thing is very weird.  One figure just isn't enough and I KNOW what that feels like; but I have trouble explaining the passion to outsiders, people who just look at me weird when they see my collection of weird toys and strange stuff. 

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20x 1979 Kenner Alien action figures.  About half of all that I own.  That's also not including the Tsukuda, Halcyon and Gentle Giant derivations of the figure also in my possession.


Fun is the only real justification; more so it's the only one you need!  That and an understanding and appreciation of the weird OCD that fans generally experience to varying degrees.  People around here don't mind at all.  Other places understand as well.  Having an understanding (or at least tolerant) significant other, is a blessing.  At least my 'vice' doesn't involve gambling, hard drugs or any other potentially damaging or dangerous habit.  It's kind of weird but mild compared to some things others consider to be Fun but I find mystifying.

So I get it - I just don't fully understand it myself and I'm a practicer of it.  LOL. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: georgeromero on Jul 03, 2016, 01:04:21 PM
You guys are crazy, for buying an x amount of a same figure. I'm just kidding. Nothing wrong with that.

Windebieste, your last post is what I agree with. It all starts with fun and continues for God knows how much. Excitement and hunting are the most fun parts of being a collectioner. I enjoy most Sci-fi and horror movies, games and comic books. Owning characters from those franchises is full of positive feelings, including nostalgia. I don't play with that much with my figures but whenever I am in my room I stare at them and think of how cool they look. Sometimes I pose them in different poses and etc.

As for other people, most people are judgemental in some ways. Since your average guy/gal (no offense) can't appreciate the beauty of figures they can come to varying views and conclusions towards collecting. But we do what we enjoy and there's nothing they say that will change it. Instead it would be better if people learned to accept others' hobbies or whatever and respect it.

Yesterday I was talking to my cousin and the subject was toys. I could see it in his eyes if it were up to him he would be against me collecting and spending money on useless stuff. That's what most people think on collectors!
Guess what? I don't give a damn about it anymore. I am also grateful for having a wife who also shares similar tastes. That and she's also into collecting fun stuff.

Another thing. I have missed some cool toys this year and the only way I can afford them goes like this. Instead of taking a vacation I have decided to spend my money on action figures. How crazy is that? Is that normal? I guess not. Instead of thinking whether I should do or not I'll just go for it. Money can be earned again no matter how though it is to do these days. It's much better choice than having regrets later thinking 'why I skipped these'.

I may have gone off topic but that's what I think of this matter. Have fun collecting my fellow collectors!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jul 03, 2016, 01:36:14 PM
LAWNMOWERMAN, I believe there's an international law that states you are required to open those commandos immediately, and take some awesome pics for us. Please respect the law. :D

I have two of the commando, and would gladly buy at least two more! Army building is lots of fun, I agree completely.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Scorpio on Jul 03, 2016, 01:52:18 PM
I used to have the NECA Aliens Warrior, Original Alien, AVPR Warrior and Predalien.  Threw them out or gave them away, though.  Done with collecting stuff.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 03, 2016, 10:21:14 PM
Quote from: georgeromero on Jul 03, 2016, 01:04:21 PM
You guys are crazy, for buying an x amount of a same figure.  I'm just kidding. Nothing wrong with that.

YES!!!1!! 

I never denied it.

Then again there's nothing wrong with a healthy dose of 'crazy'. :P

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Jul 05, 2016, 08:14:42 PM
Series 8 has hit the UK it seems. Hopefully my Ripley and WY commando will be on my way to me in the next few days!

Still no news on Newt potentially reaching these shores. My guess it will be the same figure in different packaging with tweaks to the contents.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Jul 05, 2016, 09:47:48 PM
I think newt is sdcc only, right?  Or does neca release them later outside the US?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 05, 2016, 10:04:30 PM
I'd be very surprised if they don't issue a full public release edition.  Newt is a popular character and NECA have a decent track record of releasing such items.  I think it's an entirely fresh sculpt, too, so it would make sense to maximise return on the investment with greater market penetration by having a general release of the figure.  So yes.  I'd say it will happen.  Maybe it will have alternate packaging to differentiate the SDCC version with the mass market releases. 

In the end, who really knows?  We'll just have to wait for an announcement.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 06, 2016, 07:17:40 AM
Randy has been saying on Twitter that as it stands it's SDCC-exclusive but he is looking for other ways to release. Something to do with their contract.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on Jul 06, 2016, 10:00:56 PM
I've been looking into getting a few NECA Aliens figures. I was thinking of starting with either the re-release of the '79 Alien they did a few months ago, the Alien Isolation Xenomorph, or the Alien vs Predator set based on the old Kenner line {I still have the original figures that set was based on}

Any recommendations?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jul 08, 2016, 05:50:48 PM
I think you can't go wrong with any of those. NECA makes the best figures. My personal preferences are the marines and other human characters. I have a Hicks, Hudson and Dallas still in the packaging and a WY Commando on the way.

I wanted to pick up another Hicks but the price more than doubled since I got the original a year ago!

Do you guys keep yours in the package or open them to make displays and stuff, or both?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Jul 08, 2016, 06:47:09 PM
I open all of my figures and keep em nicely displayed (or I will in near future  :laugh:)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jul 08, 2016, 07:33:02 PM
That's cool I was thinking of doing that too, I need more figures first lol. There's some cool homemade displays in here...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 08, 2016, 11:40:34 PM
Quote from: Deathbearer on Jul 06, 2016, 10:00:56 PM
I've been looking into getting a few NECA Aliens figures. I was thinking of starting with either the re-release of the '79 Alien they did a few months ago, the Alien Isolation Xenomorph, or the Alien vs Predator set based on the old Kenner line {I still have the original figures that set was based on}

Any recommendations?

You really can't go wrong with any of those.  The reissued Big Chap is very good - the coloration of the dome may be your deciding factor there.  The 'ALIEN: Isolation' figure, Stompy, is wonderful; and if you've played the game, it is a great representation of the Creature.  As for the 'AvP' tribute set, it will look great alongside your existing pair of figures as a companion set. 

They are all good figures you are considering.  You'll have to make your mind up but my preference is for Stompy.   The figure is largely derived from the Big Chap, anyway.   He's a terrific figure and let's face it - there's only one Stompy.  Once sold out, he'll be a true collectible. 

That is, unless he is re-issued by NECA or made by some other company - and I see chances of that being relatively low.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on Jul 09, 2016, 03:18:43 PM
Thanks for the advice. I really want all of them, but I'm not made of cash so I gotta pace myself. Big Chap has gotten redone like twice so I'm not too worried about obtaining him. Looks like it's either Stompy {had no idea he had a nickname. Now that I have a PS4 I can finally play Isolation :3} or the Kenner tribute since I have some major nostalgia for that set.

I will never take them out of their boxes. It is a sin. Also NECA can be kind of dodgy on quality control. Seen too many stories of shit breaking to risk freeing them from their plastic prisons.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Jul 09, 2016, 04:00:35 PM
My WY Commando and Alien Ripley have arrived...but at work so won't pick them up till Monday. Quite pleased they hit the UK quite soon after release.

Very tempted by the grey runner, but not sure if the colour variance justifies another one. It's a great figure though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jul 09, 2016, 05:58:25 PM
Quote
I will never take them out of their boxes. It is a sin. Also NECA can be kind of dodgy on quality control. Seen too many stories of shit breaking to risk freeing them from their plastic prisons.

Oh man, really? NECA stuff tends to be flimsy? I never heard that before. Good to know cause now I'm not opening my stuff of theirs lol.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on Jul 09, 2016, 07:43:58 PM
Quote from: Denton Smalls on Jul 09, 2016, 05:58:25 PM
Quote
I will never take them out of their boxes. It is a sin. Also NECA can be kind of dodgy on quality control. Seen too many stories of shit breaking to risk freeing them from their plastic prisons.

Oh man, really? NECA stuff tends to be flimsy? I never heard that before. Good to know cause now I'm not opening my stuff of theirs lol.

That's what I've heard. Maybe people were getting Chinese knockoffs instead of the real thing, but I don't want to risk it. I've heard particularly bad things about the first Big Chap they did so I never got one. I hear the re release is pretty good so I do plan to get it eventually. Still not opening though just to be safe XD
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jul 09, 2016, 08:35:21 PM
QuoteThat's what I've heard. Maybe people were getting Chinese knockoffs instead of the real thing, but I don't want to risk it. I've heard particularly bad things about the first Big Chap they did so I never got one. I hear the re release is pretty good so I do plan to get it eventually. Still not opening though just to be safe XD

I actually googled it after I read your post and it looks like quite a few people have reported the same thing. Bunch of posts also mentioned McFarlane's Movie Maniacs as having some probs too.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on Jul 09, 2016, 08:41:10 PM
Quote from: Denton Smalls on Jul 09, 2016, 08:35:21 PM
QuoteThat's what I've heard. Maybe people were getting Chinese knockoffs instead of the real thing, but I don't want to risk it. I've heard particularly bad things about the first Big Chap they did so I never got one. I hear the re release is pretty good so I do plan to get it eventually. Still not opening though just to be safe XD

I actually googled it after I read your post and it looks like quite a few people have reported the same thing. Bunch of posts also mentioned McFarlane's Movie Maniacs as having some probs too.
Yeah, never open NECAs. I'll just look at my NECA figures lovingly as they remain safe from the cruelty of the outside world.

I have a Movie Maniacs Alien Resurrection Warrior. It's pretty good. Then again that figure is older so maybe they still made them right back then. It really seems like they don't make things to last anymore. I still have a bunch of the old Kenner Aliens and for the most part they're in good condition.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jul 09, 2016, 09:36:44 PM
I made the mistake of opening all the Kenner Aliens and the dropship when I was a kid, then the mistake of handing them down to my brother so they are now officially nuked from orbit.

I might pick up a Movie Maniacs Hicks though...despite being a little dated they still aren't that expensive surprisingly.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jul 10, 2016, 02:49:13 AM
I have some unopened, but there not hard to find online and there not very expensive.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jul 10, 2016, 02:31:31 PM
If NECA came out with a special line just for fans of the comic EU, what are some of the figures on your wish list? My series one would be:

Herk Mondo
Hicks from "Aliens: Book One" (not Wilks)
The Rogue
Max, the Berzerker Unit
Queen Mother
Paul Church

They made a red xenomorph from "Genocide" so it's possible right?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 10, 2016, 10:05:50 PM
They aint don't yet (http://news.toyark.com/2016/05/20/neca-reveals-alien-genocide-2-pack-dog-big-chap-204913) with the Genocide line by a long shot, either.

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I really wasn't interested in the first 2-pack release (Queen and Warrior) of these but this one does interest me a lot.  Red Big Chap and Dox Alien variants?  Yeah.  I'll probably pick this double pack up when they hit the shelves.

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Announced as part of their Concept Figure range, NECA sure are going to get good mileage out of these.  This will be their 3rd.

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jul 10, 2016, 10:30:04 PM
That's pretty sweet. I like that they're showing some love to the comics.

Is Genocide widely considered to be the most popular comic compared to the others and that's why they reference that one?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Jul 10, 2016, 10:34:02 PM
Probably just because they are very distinct color wise
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 11, 2016, 07:55:31 AM
Quote from: Denton Smalls on Jul 08, 2016, 05:50:48 PM
Do you guys keep yours in the package or open them to make displays and stuff, or both?

All my recent purchases (last year or so) have been kept in their packages as I'm just buying and storing at the minute. When I move out again and have more display space, they'll be torn open and put on display.


Quote from: lightsyder on Jul 10, 2016, 10:34:02 PM
Probably just because they are very distinct color wise

I think the comic does have some play on it though. If I said K-Species, how many folk would really get that one? And they were a pretty distinctive colour. That said, I do have the Genocide Warrior and I love it. I haven't brought many of the variant paint jobs but I would be quite tempted to get these ones. I've always had a soft spot for Genocide.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Jul 11, 2016, 02:14:21 PM
I suppose.  Genocide was one of the earliest comics right?  Also got turned into a novel which is how I read it
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 11, 2016, 02:20:27 PM
It was the 4th series. So pretty early on.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Jul 11, 2016, 02:21:59 PM
Something else to realise is the reason the Genocide Aliens were done was because all they required was a new paint job of existing figures. Stuff like the Rogue would require a completely new mold to be made, which would be significantly more expensive.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jul 11, 2016, 02:37:55 PM
QuoteAll my recent purchases (last year or so) have been kept in their packages as I'm just buying and storing at the minute. When I move out again and have more display space, they'll be torn open and put on display.

That's cool, I think I'm gonna go that route too but space is an issue for me as well. I wish they made a big Engineer pyramid you can store the figures in haha.

QuoteSomething else to realise is the reason the Genocide Aliens were done was because all they required was a new paint job of existing figures. Stuff like the Rogue would require a completely new mold to be made, which would be significantly more expensive.

Good point! Stuff like the Rogue, those whale-like xenos from Colonial Marines, and that weird chestburster that never matured (was that "Kidnapped?") would be more costly.

It would be cool if they made that guy from Genocide who went nuts and took on a big number of Aliens even as his arm got pulled off!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Jul 12, 2016, 10:52:14 AM
Quote from: Denton Smalls on Jul 11, 2016, 02:37:55 PM

Good point! Stuff like the Rogue, those whale-like xenos from Colonial Marines, and that weird chestburster that never matured (was that "Kidnapped?") would be more costly.

It would be cool if they made that guy from Genocide who went nuts and took on a big number of Aliens even as his arm got pulled off!

Yeah it was Kidnapped, it was a diseased Albino Chestburster if i remember.

That would be so cool. Henrikson was the characters name. I'd actually also love to see the Battle Suits from Genocide
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Jul 12, 2016, 10:55:28 AM
Having just read Tribes and Berserker recently, gotta say I'd love a Berserker suit.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Jul 12, 2016, 10:56:20 AM
I'd buy that
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Jul 12, 2016, 11:01:44 AM
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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 12, 2016, 11:19:14 AM
I'd buy it for 20. Yeah, a Berserker suit would be great. Still holding out on that ATAX suit though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jul 12, 2016, 02:15:31 PM
QuoteThat would be so cool. Henrikson was the characters name. I'd actually also love to see the Battle Suits from Genocide

Yea those battle suits were great. I dug the artwork in Genocide.

QuoteHaving just read Tribes and Berserker recently, gotta say I'd love a Berserker suit.

Oh hell yea, they can even do separate ones for "Max" (Berzerker), "Shitkicker" (Tribes), and an Ellis one with the human figures able to be taken in and out.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Jul 13, 2016, 09:42:35 AM
How much longer before, at the very least, we see proto pics of Kenner aliens reissues?

What are the details released so far on these? I'm dying for these the most.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 13, 2016, 09:54:43 AM
I think I remember SDCC being mentioned.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jul 15, 2016, 08:54:21 PM
New pics of the gitd Alien from Neca.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jul 16, 2016, 01:12:44 AM
That is pretty neat. Makes me wish I still had my blacklights...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 16, 2016, 03:49:21 AM
SDCC is within 2 weeks. This thread is going to explode no doubt!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 16, 2016, 01:27:03 PM
It's silly and petty but I hate being called Thermal Vision Aliens.  :laugh: I do think they rock though. I could happily pick up one of those!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 17, 2016, 01:04:41 AM
The glow in the dark stuff is pretty cool.  I'll probably pick up a couple of those when they're released... if they're not going to be SDCC exclusives or other chase nonsense. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jul 17, 2016, 02:31:12 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jul 17, 2016, 01:04:41 AM
The glow in the dark stuff is pretty cool.  I'll probably pick up a couple of those when they're released... if they're not going to be SDCC exclusives or other chase nonsense. 

-Windebieste.

Toys R Us exclusive.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 17, 2016, 04:06:31 AM
Awww.... wut?  Well, at least it's nowhere near as bad as convention exclusives.  I guess this is US stores only, though. 

...or maybe Japan..?  Wouldn't be the first time:

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1997 silver coated Tsukuda repressing of their Kenner derived Alien action figure EXCLUSIVE to Japan Toys 'r' Us stores.

...but I'm guessing it's a safe US release.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jul 18, 2016, 06:02:53 AM
here is an updated version of my collection
i am eagerly awaiting getting a ton of the alien accessory pack
4 face hugger viles for the marines, 4 for the predators, and 4 for the weyland-yutani group

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my alien type aliens
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my aliens and aliens vs predator reqiuem figures
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my a:r and avp aliens
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my dog/predaliens
looks like they are all falling over
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misc alien hive accessories
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi959.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fae77%2FdHunter333%2FAliens%2F100_5491_zpswtnue2xw.jpg&hash=9b8269a143e44b58be4aee416267de389610be16) (http://s959.photobucket.com/user/dHunter333/media/Aliens/100_5491_zpswtnue2xw.jpg.html)

my queens
use the smaller neca queens as praetorians (queen's guards)
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my engineers
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eggs
planning to buy the lootcrate glow in the dark exclusive eggs soon too
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sort of my "extras"
stuff not currently in use, ton of weapons and accessories set aside for alien use
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weyland-yutani group
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the marines
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(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi959.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fae77%2FdHunter333%2FAliens%2F100_5498_zpsprubnnio.jpg&hash=7243ecef40f5f88f07b1b37785322a18e7e6e487) (http://s959.photobucket.com/user/dHunter333/media/Aliens/100_5498_zpsprubnnio.jpg.html)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi959.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fae77%2FdHunter333%2FAliens%2F100_5499_zpsvrk3tcwx.jpg&hash=5e55f8ddabfe227874862ff9593d3521657d6e0a) (http://s959.photobucket.com/user/dHunter333/media/Aliens/100_5499_zpsvrk3tcwx.jpg.html)

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the predators
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some misc alien stuff
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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jul 18, 2016, 11:24:59 AM
Hey dhunter! What's that thing you have Kenner Ripley laying on?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jul 18, 2016, 08:06:47 PM
thats my spare kenner ripley, currently sporting a bald ripley head...lol
its something that came with a x-files figure, i sort of use it as a stasis chamber even though it looks nothing like them
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 19, 2016, 01:28:44 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cnupu52WgAAhfR1.jpg:large)

SDCC display wip.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jul 19, 2016, 09:17:34 PM
Looks very familiar.  ;)

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jul 19, 2016, 10:05:55 PM
Good catch!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 20, 2016, 08:15:50 AM
Looks like the perfect display for the Kenner figures. I'm betting on something based on the Runner - so Bull or Panther.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jul 20, 2016, 11:24:29 AM
I'd put money on seeing a Gorilla Alien in there.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Rabbit2100 on Jul 20, 2016, 03:37:07 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jul 20, 2016, 11:24:29 AM
I'd put money on seeing a Gorilla Alien in there.

I'd think that NECA would rekease the scorpion alien as well. A simple retooling and repaint of their warrior figures and voila.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 20, 2016, 07:14:41 PM
Kenner Hicks and Drake were my favorite of the marines, the Bull Alien and Gorilla Alien were my favorite xeno's. I'd love to see all of them updated in Kenner style
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Divine Avenger on Jul 21, 2016, 03:45:09 AM
WOW!   Aliens Series 10 Mantis Alien! #sdcc debut.


(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cn2_as5VMAAYsz0.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 21, 2016, 04:12:21 AM
Oh, WOW!  That's an amazing interpretation of the old Kenner figure.  They've taken something that was just silly and otherwise laughable at best and transformed it into something outstanding.  ...or at the very least somewhat respectable.

Elevating this figure well above its ludicrous source material is no mean feat.  Nice. 

-Windebieste
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 21, 2016, 07:36:32 AM
That looks absolutely stunning! I wasn't expecting Mantis, at all. I really can't wait to see more from SDCC.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Jul 21, 2016, 07:40:21 AM
I`d love Gorilla Alien...  :(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Jul 21, 2016, 09:39:40 AM
Wow! To thinks part of me was worried they were going to cheap out. Time to start saving up! Love that they used the queen face. I can only imagine what a Snake Alien would look like.  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jul 21, 2016, 01:51:53 PM
Nice display!

QuoteKenner Hicks and Drake were my favorite of the marines, the Bull Alien and Gorilla Alien were my favorite xeno's. I'd love to see all of them updated in Kenner style

Mine too. I had every one except Ajax and when I was finally old enough to watch Aliens I remember being like, "Why does Bishop have hair?" lol.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jul 21, 2016, 08:54:15 PM
The Mantis Alien is one of the best figures I've seen, like ever. Great job Neca!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Divine Avenger on Jul 22, 2016, 03:35:51 AM
Another WOW!!!!  :o   Well Master it looks like you get your wish and I hope you approve.
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cn8DAQrVMAEJsUq.jpg:large)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 22, 2016, 04:07:41 AM
Well, that is kind of nuts, huh.  NECA sure are knocking 'em outta the park with these interpretations. 

I wonder.  Does it include a squeeze bulb at the back of the head?  Can it spit?

Looking forward to seeing how they round out this series.  After all, much like the Ramans, NECA have a tendency to do things in Threes...

Bull Alien if you could, please.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Prez on Jul 22, 2016, 04:35:37 AM
Quote from: Divine Avenger on Jul 22, 2016, 03:35:51 AM
Another WOW!!!!  :o   Well Master it looks like you get your wish and I hope you approve.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cn8DAQrVMAEJsUq.jpg:large

WOW!!! Just realised the last issue of Prometheus Life and Death had Xeno's that had similar prongs on their dome head ends.

Also where the hell can I get myself the Neca Ripley from Aliens figure that isn't going to cost me twice as much. Very hard to find. Mind you I found the Alien Ripley at a decent price on Aliexpress.com
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jul 22, 2016, 04:36:56 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jul 22, 2016, 04:07:41 AM
Well, that is kind of nuts, huh.  NECA sure are knocking 'em outta the park with these interpretations. 

I wonder.  Does it include a squeeze bulb at the back of the head?  Can it spit?

Looking forward to seeing how they round out this series.  After all, much like the Ramans, NECA have a tendency to do things in Threes...

Bull Alien if you could, please.

-Windebieste.

No. Neca has stated these will not have any "gimmicks" on them.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 22, 2016, 04:45:51 AM
Fair enough.   ;D  These don't look like they need 'gimmicks' or such features, anyway.  Will they include any accessories at sale?  Some (not all) of the original 1990's figures included 'huggers  and 'bursters and such.

Really enjoying what I'm seeing here so far, regardless.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jul 22, 2016, 06:08:52 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jul 22, 2016, 04:45:51 AM
Fair enough.   ;D  These don't look like they need 'gimmicks' or such features, anyway.  Will they include any accessories at sale?  Some (not all) of the original 1990's figures included 'huggers  and 'bursters and such.

Really enjoying what I'm seeing here so far, regardless.

-Windebieste.

I'm not sure if they'll come with any extras.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 22, 2016, 06:32:04 AM
Well, yeah.  Now that you put it that way, the NECA Aliens have been devoid of any accessories and extra stuff. 

The figures are cool enough to not need them. 

-Windebieste
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Jul 22, 2016, 06:42:59 AM
i hyped myself too much. I thought they were actually going to go and create new stuff but they are going to Pred route where they use the same base over and over and over again. The only different being the new heads and little bits here and there.

This is passable with only certain figures. The Mantis looks good but this gorilla just looks like a normal warrior.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Jul 22, 2016, 06:46:24 AM
Quote from: Divine Avenger on Jul 22, 2016, 03:35:51 AM
Another WOW!!!!  :o   Well Master it looks like you get your wish and I hope you approve.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cn8DAQrVMAEJsUq.jpg:large

Oh my! Damn straight I do :D Super happy with it. It looks more or less like Pretorian.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 22, 2016, 07:07:21 AM
Wow. 2 out of 2 so far. I really wish FedEx would hurry up and deliver their displays and figures. I am dying to see the whole wave. That Gorilla is just amazing!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Divine Avenger on Jul 22, 2016, 07:39:19 AM
QuoteOh my! Damn straight I do :D Super happy with it. It looks more or less like Pretorian.
Man that is it exactly I was going to say the same thing.  It has a cool Pretorian feel and we all want a Pretorian in our collection.  ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Jul 22, 2016, 09:13:45 AM
I love that it looks like a combination of the classic Gorilla Alien and the Life and Death monkey aliens!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Jul 22, 2016, 11:30:54 AM
I was going to get the gorilla alien regardless, simply because it was my favourite back in the day, and I wanted an alien to display with my Ripley, but I absolutely LOVE this thing!  I'm tempted to go all in with their aliens depending on what the third one is.

NECA are killing SDCC this year (especially with the Henson turtles, but I'll save that for another forum  ;) )!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 22, 2016, 11:40:02 AM
da oops... They spelt 'Jordan' incorrectly:

(https://secure.comic-con.org/sites/default/files/drupal_upload/exclusive_product/field_exclusive_product_images/Newt_SDCC_pkg.jpg?width=480)

Hard to say for sure but this kind of error may be value adding to the package in years to come.  It will probably be corrected in any future version of the figure so get this one now!

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Jul 22, 2016, 11:43:36 AM
I think Jorden is how its spellt in the film. Would have to freeze-frame the shot of her photo when Ripley is looking at it
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 22, 2016, 11:52:00 AM
haha... yes, it is 'Jorden' in the picture frame.   

EDiT.  Here ya go.  No doubt about it:

(https://www.yourprops.com/movieprops/original/4c62095955591/Aliens-Rebecca-Newt-Jorden-3D-photo-2.jpg)

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Jul 22, 2016, 11:54:39 AM
Sorry i knocked the value off it lol
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 22, 2016, 11:56:48 AM
Shhhh... don't tell no one!  I bought 6! 

JK ;)

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 22, 2016, 02:26:26 PM
The Kenner Alien wave is SO bought.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 22, 2016, 02:39:17 PM
I'm feeling that way too.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jul 22, 2016, 04:35:59 PM
The display is coming together.

Not sure what the the pink and orange Aliens are yet though.

Also, it looks like the Gorilla Alien is going to have a clear dome.

Edit:  removable dome on Gorilla. And it looks like the third figure is a giant Queen Facehugger. Kinda bummed about that.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Jul 22, 2016, 05:03:18 PM
The Mantis one looks awesome
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 22, 2016, 06:33:45 PM
That yellowish Alien could easily be used as a K-series alien from Extinction, if thats not what its supposed to be.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomorphine on Jul 22, 2016, 06:40:50 PM
The Superfacehugger design is much bendier than the actual prop was. It would have been nice to see it with a properly endoskeletal appearance.

Have to say that the mantis and gorilla variations look excellent. My favourite ones, from back in the day, were the snake and mantis, but I might just put some money aside for these.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 22, 2016, 07:18:07 PM
Yeah not  sure what the bright blue, red and yellow aliens are suppose to be.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jul 22, 2016, 09:42:20 PM
NECA has really undone themselves with these waves (and variants)! Absolutely stunning work! Looks like I finally will have to not only pick up all the Alien3 figures, but get a Mantis, Queen Hugger and whatever the blue one is :P The albino Alien looks like something from Resident Evil, but that is certainly a good thing.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Jul 22, 2016, 09:54:15 PM
Quote from: 426Buddy on Jul 22, 2016, 07:18:07 PM
Yeah not  sure what the bright blue, red and yellow aliens are suppose to be.

The blue one is a Kay-bee toys repaint of the Kenner warrior, the pink/purple is from a video game, and i dont know the orange.


The Mantis looks like they went all out.
The Gorilla looks like they just kit-bashed a bunch of stuff and slapped a name on it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kurai on Jul 23, 2016, 01:22:28 AM
I'm glad they followed the rules presented by the original Alien. Taking the skull of the host creature and using that as the base to build the Xenomorph head around, rather than just sticking a human Xeno head on top of a different body. :D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Jul 23, 2016, 03:45:48 AM
You know, what with all these being modeled on toys that were supposed to go with a show, maybe they could do an updated version of the original planned cartoon.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The First Child on Jul 23, 2016, 04:20:47 AM
Does anyone know whether they are planning on making the King alien, and whether it will have the same features as the sideshow collectibles version?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Jul 23, 2016, 01:58:23 PM
Gorilla Alien looks pretty cool and the Queen Facehugger looks great; but my personal favorite has always been the Panther Alien. The Scorpion Alien was nice, too. Neca really is going all out on these. It's good!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: elemental-of-all on Jul 23, 2016, 02:05:07 PM
I'm so so so SO happy that they didn't cheap out on the kenner line. I was afraid of bland repaints like we've been getting with preds and other xenos.

Everything is newly sculpted besides the torso it seems and that makes me extremely happy. Going to be grabbing up this whole line for sure. Can't wait for killer crab, boar, and panther.

Maybe even.... King?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Chris!(($$))! on Jul 23, 2016, 04:14:48 PM
At first glance I'm really digging that Gorilla Xeno. I wouldn't mind seeing that in a movie. Doesn't have to be from an actual gorilla either... but if it was it wouldn't be too hard to explain that they brought primates (for science) aboard a ship to wherever there going.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Jul 23, 2016, 04:25:12 PM
I just pre-ordered the Mantis Alien from Fresh Figures, but the Gorilla Alien was already sold out.  :'(


Also, the gold one that people think might be a K-Series could actually be inspired TMNT:
https://twitter.com/RayneGallows/status/756643408622542848 (https://twitter.com/RayneGallows/status/756643408622542848)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Jul 23, 2016, 05:26:49 PM
any news on if these NECA Kenner xenos gonna have comics with them?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Jul 23, 2016, 05:31:02 PM
Yeah, they'll have the comics.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 23, 2016, 07:02:32 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jul 22, 2016, 04:35:59 PM
removable dome on Gorilla. And it looks like the third figure is a giant Queen Facehugger. Kinda bummed about that.

I'm a little disappointed about that one. Wont be buying the Queen hugger but I'm all over the Gorilla and Mantis. Loving that removable cowl!

Quote from: The First Child on Jul 23, 2016, 04:20:47 AM
Does anyone know whether they are planning on making the King alien, and whether it will have the same features as the sideshow collectibles version?

The Kenner King Alien is a possibility, the Sideshow one is less likely.

Quote from: Ultramorph on Jul 23, 2016, 04:25:12 PM
Also, the gold one that people think might be a K-Series could actually be inspired TMNT:
https://twitter.com/RayneGallows/status/756643408622542848 (https://twitter.com/RayneGallows/status/756643408622542848)

Cracking shout! I had been assuming K-Species but that's a good one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: RakaiThwei on Jul 23, 2016, 09:10:33 PM
Quote from: Ultramorph on Jul 23, 2016, 04:25:12 PM
Also, the gold one that people think might be a K-Series could actually be inspired TMNT:
https://twitter.com/RayneGallows/status/756643408622542848 (https://twitter.com/RayneGallows/status/756643408622542848)

As a TMNT fan... I REALLY don't know how to feel about this. I mean okay... the Killer Pizzas were inspired by the Alien but at the same time, they're different characters altogether and have eyes. I mean.. I do see the parallels and inspirations, but to use an Alien figure and say it's a Killer Pizza? Mmmmmmnnnn....I don't know. As long as NECA doesn't package this creature in a TMNT box, or give it a TMNT biography and try and fit in with the Alien universe, then I guess it's okay.

But of course, it could be the K-Series Xenomorph, and Randy could just be pulling everyone's leg.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Jul 23, 2016, 09:40:12 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 23, 2016, 07:02:32 PM
Wont be buying the Queen hugger but I'm all over the Gorilla and Mantis. Loving that removable cowl!
If the queen hugger is the only thing in the pack, that's not so great. The old Kenner figures all came with little in-scale facehuggers as accessories.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Jul 24, 2016, 12:09:15 AM
Quote from: XenoHunter99 on Jul 23, 2016, 09:40:12 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 23, 2016, 07:02:32 PM
Wont be buying the Queen hugger but I'm all over the Gorilla and Mantis. Loving that removable cowl!
If the queen hugger is the only thing in the pack, that's not so great. The old Kenner figures all came with little in-scale facehuggers as accessories.

Looks like it will bring two

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/756709276597485568
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: P1NK8C1DBOOTS on Jul 24, 2016, 01:07:07 AM
Loving the new look of these figures....I remember getting all the old figures back when I was a kid....can't wait to get all these ones now!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on Jul 24, 2016, 01:15:01 AM
Like the new Mantis, not too crazy about the new Gorilla. Took me a few minutes to even realize that's which one it was
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 24, 2016, 01:16:36 AM
Yes.  It looks like there's 2 Queen 'huggers in the pack.  Still, I feel a little let down that this figure was preferred over the Bull or even the Snake Alien.  I would have loved to have seen how NECA would have interpreted those 2 ludicrous items in modern figure form.   The whole outlandish concepts of the Mantis and Gorilla Aliens have had great treatment by this company. 

As the Queen Facehugger is based on the one we see in the extended version of 'ALIEN 3' and not some outlandish speculation like much of the rest of Kenner's production run from the early 1990's, it just feels out of place here.  I thought NECA would have more completely embraced updating Kenner's more more outrageous items more fully.  This figure feels out of place, a ring in.  It feels like it belongs in a 'Creature Pack' similar to what they released recently rather than this series.

I gotta admit, the Q. Hugger lacks the unrestrained wild appeal of the earlier 2 items they announced as part of series 10.  You got 2 out of 3 right here, NECA.  I really can't see myself buying this.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 24, 2016, 06:03:29 AM
I preordered the new Kenner wave on the spot, I cannot wait.

I also just got an "open box" NECA Power Loader for $20 off retail, I'm really looking forward to getting that in-hand.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Jul 24, 2016, 01:38:18 PM
that gorilla alien could make for an awesome predalien or Praetorian if retooled or customized!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Jul 24, 2016, 04:09:50 PM
For the love of God NECA, give me a King Alien.

Do it, please, DO IT!!!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Jul 24, 2016, 04:19:38 PM
Quote from: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Jul 24, 2016, 04:09:50 PM
For the love of God NECA, give me a King Alien.

Do it, please, DO IT!!!!

I'd totally buy a king alien, especially if in scale with their Queen figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Jul 24, 2016, 04:20:45 PM
I'd love a Queen Mother Diorama with the Egg Sacs
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jul 24, 2016, 04:22:41 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Jul 24, 2016, 01:16:36 AM
Yes.  It looks like there's 2 Queen 'huggers in the pack.  Still, I feel a little let down that this figure was preferred over the Bull or even the Snake Alien.  I would have loved to have seen how NECA would have interpreted those 2 ludicrous items in modern figure form.   The whole outlandish concepts of the Mantis and Gorilla Aliens have had great treatment by this company. 

As the Queen Facehugger is based on the one we see in the extended version of 'ALIEN 3' and not some outlandish speculation like much of the rest of Kenner's production run from the early 1990's, it just feels out of place here.  I thought NECA would have more completely embraced updating Kenner's more more outrageous items more fully.  This figure feels out of place, a ring in.  It feels like it belongs in a 'Creature Pack' similar to what they released recently rather than this series.

I gotta admit, the Q. Hugger lacks the unrestrained wild appeal of the earlier 2 items they announced as part of series 10.  You got 2 out of 3 right here, NECA.  I really can't see myself buying this.

-Windebieste.


I would be surprised if they don't make a bull and others. I think there will be more waves.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: TITANOSAUR on Jul 24, 2016, 04:38:53 PM
The queen Facehuggers look accurate to what they were supposed to look in Alien 3, but the way they're painted makes it look like a half assed Kenner attempt. On the other hand, the queen facehuggers are nicely sculpted.

I wish they kept with the Kenner Aliens Gimmicks. I think it was part of the charm of the toys.

As for the rest of the aliens, they can't just make these two and stop, look at all the Kenner Predators they did and continuing to do. no they HAVE to make the bull, Rhino, and Snake aliens. maybe make some new designs too, would LOVE to see a snake alien!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jul 24, 2016, 05:34:49 PM
They will.
And they'll be doing the Kenner Marines as well.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Jul 25, 2016, 03:54:54 PM
BOOM, got the Gorilla Alien pre-ordered from Big Bad Toy Store! I can't wait to get my hands on these.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 25, 2016, 07:37:27 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jul 24, 2016, 05:34:49 PM
And they'll be doing the Kenner Marines as well.

Those should be fun to see!

I still need to pick up the Alien Day Ripley.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Jul 25, 2016, 09:20:21 PM
Anyone who picked up Newt tried putting the helmet on Hicks?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 25, 2016, 10:19:38 PM
Quote from: bobcunk on Jul 24, 2016, 04:22:41 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Jul 24, 2016, 01:16:36 AM
Yes.  It looks like there's 2 Queen 'huggers in the pack.  Still, I feel a little let down that this figure was preferred over the Bull or even the Snake Alien.  I would have loved to have seen how NECA would have interpreted those 2 ludicrous items in modern figure form.   The whole outlandish concepts of the Mantis and Gorilla Aliens have had great treatment by this company. 

As the Queen Facehugger is based on the one we see in the extended version of 'ALIEN 3' and not some outlandish speculation like much of the rest of Kenner's production run from the early 1990's, it just feels out of place here.  I thought NECA would have more completely embraced updating Kenner's more more outrageous items more fully.  This figure feels out of place, a ring in.  It feels like it belongs in a 'Creature Pack' similar to what they released recently rather than this series.

I gotta admit, the Q. Hugger lacks the unrestrained wild appeal of the earlier 2 items they announced as part of series 10.  You got 2 out of 3 right here, NECA.  I really can't see myself buying this.

-Windebieste.


I would be surprised if they don't make a bull and others. I think there will be more waves.

It would be great! On the other hand, I'd still like to see NECA release an 'ALIEN: Isolation' Working Joe figure, too.  Sadly, I'm not holding too much hope of that happening - but they did release the blue/brown video game version of the Dox Alien, so it may still happen! 

Certainly a second series of Kenner tributes will be welcome.  Bull, Snake and... I dunno... there's a few others they could do.  Crab... Scorpion...  Rhino... take your pick.  The original Kenner designs were fully loaded with LOLs for sure, but NECA's new sculpts for their Gorilla and Mantis figures are refreshing, solid and welcome.  I'd love to see more from them if this is the design philosophy they are pursuing for future tributes!

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 26, 2016, 05:07:04 PM
If they're doing the Kenner marines I hope Hicks is the first they do. An updated design of him would work great as some USCM Special forces type.

Would anyone else be opposed to seeing Neca do a flying queen like the old Kenner one?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jul 26, 2016, 05:27:41 PM
^ Sign me up for that Kenner release! It would be a nightmare in action figure form!

So, I just returned from my local TRU. I seen the WY Commando, Alien3 Ripley and the Dog Alien. They also had one 7" original Alien left. While inspecting these up close for the first time, I noticed on one of the Ripleys there was a good amount of paint (gold color) on the head hair. I looked at the other one and noticed there was a little bit of paint, but certainly not as much as the other. Would this be considered a variation rarity or simply skipping thru QC?

All three looked great btw. I will certainly pick up the WY Commando and Ripley, possibly tomorrow. There were plenty of Dog Aliens so I will wait on that.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jul 26, 2016, 05:38:35 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jul 26, 2016, 05:07:04 PM
If they're doing the Kenner marines I hope Hicks is the first they do. An updated design of him would work great as some USCM Special forces type.

Would anyone else be opposed to seeing Neca do a flying queen like the old Kenner one?

The flying Queen is planned.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 26, 2016, 06:17:43 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jul 26, 2016, 05:38:35 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jul 26, 2016, 05:07:04 PM
If they're doing the Kenner marines I hope Hicks is the first they do. An updated design of him would work great as some USCM Special forces type.

Would anyone else be opposed to seeing Neca do a flying queen like the old Kenner one?

The flying Queen is planned.

Wallet I apologize in advance for what is going to happen to you.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: georgeromero on Jul 26, 2016, 07:09:08 PM
Bitch (wallet) raping time!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 26, 2016, 07:12:42 PM
Is it 5 already?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Jul 26, 2016, 07:54:58 PM
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51WFDVVzeoL.jpg)

It's five o'clock somewhere!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 27, 2016, 12:09:27 AM
Apparently they are planning on doing basically everything from the old Kenner line, in one way or another. It's a fantastic idea to expand the line. Nostalgia and the designs already exist, so despite new tooling needed, I would think this is more fun than challenge for them to create modern versions. Probably less stressful than getting certain likeness rights.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jul 27, 2016, 02:29:10 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 27, 2016, 12:09:27 AM
Apparently they are planning on doing basically everything from the old Kenner line, in one way or another. It's a fantastic idea to expand the line. Nostalgia and the designs already exist, so despite new tooling needed, I would think this is more fun than challenge for them to create modern versions. Probably less stressful than getting certain likeness rights.
And like some of the originals and the Neca predator figures, they can recreate most of them using alot of existing torsos and ones like the panther alien can almost be a repaint but with a different head. I hope they do the resurrection aqua alien,I think Dave Dorman Designed  those.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 27, 2016, 02:53:06 AM
So there's a very good chance we will see more of the old Kenner line re-interpreted by NECA? 

Oh, yes please.  This has been a great start!  I'm very impressed with the great redesign philosophy they've applied to the Mantis and Gorilla figures that dramatically departs from the goofiness of the original releases.   More of this, please. 

It's a sure bet these new items won't be recommended for 'AGES 4 AND UP' like Kenner badged them in the 1990's. 

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 27, 2016, 10:07:24 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 25, 2016, 07:37:27 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jul 24, 2016, 05:34:49 PM
And they'll be doing the Kenner Marines as well.

Those should be fun to see!

I still need to pick up the Alien Day Ripley.
I passed on that specifically because it didn't have the flamethrower. That was a huge dealbreaker for me, the flamethrower is a big part of what makes the original Kenner toy so cool for me.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 27, 2016, 01:07:25 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 27, 2016, 10:07:24 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 25, 2016, 07:37:27 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jul 24, 2016, 05:34:49 PM
And they'll be doing the Kenner Marines as well.

Those should be fun to see!

I still need to pick up the Alien Day Ripley.
I passed on that specifically because it didn't have the flamethrower. That was a huge dealbreaker for me, the flamethrower is a big part of what makes the original Kenner toy so cool for me.

That and the fact the smart gun had no chest rig where why I passed on it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 28, 2016, 06:55:00 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jul 27, 2016, 01:07:25 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 27, 2016, 10:07:24 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 25, 2016, 07:37:27 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jul 24, 2016, 05:34:49 PM
And they'll be doing the Kenner Marines as well.

Those should be fun to see!

I still need to pick up the Alien Day Ripley.
I passed on that specifically because it didn't have the flamethrower. That was a huge dealbreaker for me, the flamethrower is a big part of what makes the original Kenner toy so cool for me.

That and the fact the smart gun had no chest rig where why I passed on it.
That, too. I'm not that impatient for a NECA-scale Smartgun that I need to buy a half-baked Kenner repaint at a premium price, rather than wait for Vasquez (who has the harness rig, optics, and the muzzle flash accessory).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 29, 2016, 02:36:48 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 28, 2016, 06:55:00 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jul 27, 2016, 01:07:25 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 27, 2016, 10:07:24 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 25, 2016, 07:37:27 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jul 24, 2016, 05:34:49 PM
And they'll be doing the Kenner Marines as well.

Those should be fun to see!

I still need to pick up the Alien Day Ripley.
I passed on that specifically because it didn't have the flamethrower. That was a huge dealbreaker for me, the flamethrower is a big part of what makes the original Kenner toy so cool for me.

That and the fact the smart gun had no chest rig where why I passed on it.
That, too. I'm not that impatient for a NECA-scale Smartgun that I need to buy a half-baked Kenner repaint at a premium price, rather than wait for Vasquez (who has the harness rig, optics, and the muzzle flash accessory).
I don't blame you man. As someone who never had them, I really picked up Kenner Ripley for the potential to sell her for a modest profit later down the road to help fund the NECA figures I really want.

I know everyone is going bonkers over the Kenner line. I'm glad you guys like them. They have a lot of material.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Jul 29, 2016, 02:27:44 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Jul 27, 2016, 12:09:27 AM
Apparently they are planning on doing basically everything from the old Kenner line, in one way or another. It's a fantastic idea to expand the line. Nostalgia and the designs already exist, so despite new tooling needed, I would think this is more fun than challenge for them to create modern versions. Probably less stressful than getting certain likeness rights.

Excellent! Yes.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Jul 30, 2016, 08:18:12 PM
Will Neca release a Scorpion Alien figure or should we just use the brown warrior alien figure to represent him?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 30, 2016, 11:08:29 PM
After seeing what NECA did with the Mantis Alien, I'm hoping for a complete redesign of the Scorpion Alien.  Hell, what I am envisaging is an 8 legged biomechanical centaur with chelae instead of arms and a curved tail that terminates in a wicked curved barb.  The Galaxy's nastiest arachnid!

Let's see that hit the shelves, NECA!

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: cyperon on Jul 30, 2016, 11:19:30 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Jul 30, 2016, 11:08:29 PM
After seeing what NECA did with the Mantis Alien, I'm hoping for a complete redesign of the Scorpion Alien.  Hell, what I am envisaging is an 8 legged biomechanical centaur with chelae instead of arms and a curved tail that terminates in a wicked curved barb.  The Galaxy's nastiest arachnid!

Let's see that hit the shelves, NECA!

-Windebieste.

That would be sweet! I love the new Mantis Alien. That one is probably my favorite of the Kenner line. Still have mine, but need to find the minicomic again. I would love to see a redesign of the flying queen also. The crab alien would be cool too.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Jul 31, 2016, 12:05:05 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jul 30, 2016, 11:08:29 PM
After seeing what NECA did with the Mantis Alien, I'm hoping for a complete redesign of the Scorpion Alien.  Hell, what I am envisaging is an 8 legged biomechanical centaur with chelae instead of arms and a curved tail that terminates in a wicked curved barb.  The Galaxy's nastiest arachnid!

Let's see that hit the shelves, NECA!

-Windebieste.

We already kinda have a figure like that:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.toyarchive.com%2FAliens%2FToys%2FKillerCrabMOC1a.jpg&hash=bb178f4fc09e3d4ff1b586baef993402526093ff)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 31, 2016, 12:56:42 AM
For sure and I agree - up to a point.  That's Kenner's old Crab Alien - and I'm sure NECA will bring one of them to the table as well. 

My issue is the morphology of the original Kenner Products Scorpion Alien wasn't really that much different from yer standard xeno.  It was a bipedal Alien, basically.  To really embrace the scorpion theme as a redesign more scorpion like features would be very welcome.  Scorpions like all arachnids have 8 legs.  They also have a pair of claws much like crabs do so I guess they will share a familiar body shape if translated into Alien form. 

Except Scorpions also have the long tail that crabs lack. 

Then again if they wanted to make a figure inspired by other crustaceans with long tails, NECA could also make a 'Lobster Alien'  - but that's just being completely silly, huh.    :laugh:

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jul 31, 2016, 11:41:25 AM
Finally got around to taking some decent shots of the Alien and Predator from Neca's AvP two-set remake. I have never liked Neca's Big Chap's neck and profile but it sure as hell photographs all purty like.

(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8181/28053389924_61c5593c25.jpg)
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/9/8769/28670647705_9795106609.jpg)
(https://c6.staticflickr.com/9/8894/28054474693_9b12e5bd08.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 31, 2016, 12:36:08 PM
Quote from: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Jul 30, 2016, 08:18:12 PM
Will Neca release a Scorpion Alien figure or should we just use the brown warrior alien figure to represent him?
It shouldn't be hard to do, even if they took the lowest-effort approach they could just change up the back spines, the arms from the elbows down, the legs from the knees down, and the tail.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: cyperon on Jul 31, 2016, 04:48:09 PM
As much as I love the insect/arachnid hybrid concepts, it always bugged me imagining a facehugger attaching itself to something like a crab or a preying mantis. Was it ultimately Kenner who created the idea of genetic assimilation with the host of a chestburster? Or does that originate from Alien 3? I do know that before the Kenner line, the first AvP comics had most of the aliens being bred from the cattle-like Rhynth species, and those xenos were the humanoid warrior variety, although it would have been very interesting for those to have been more like the Kenner bull or rhino aliens.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Jul 31, 2016, 05:06:49 PM
Quote from: cyperon on Jul 31, 2016, 04:48:09 PM
As much as I love the insect/arachnid hybrid concepts, it always bugged me imagining a facehugger attaching itself to something like a crab or a preying mantis. Was it ultimately Kenner who created the idea of genetic assimilation with the host of a chestburster? Or does that originate from Alien 3? I do know that before the Kenner line, the first AvP comics had most of the aliens being bred from the cattle-like Rhynth species, and those xenos were the humanoid warrior variety, although it would have been very interesting for those to have been more like the Kenner bull or rhino aliens.

The idea of DNA assimilation has been there since the first film, according to Ridley Scott. And if it helps, according to the mini comics they're not literally facehugging prey mantises or crabs or socrpions, just large aliens species that superficially look like them.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: cyperon on Jul 31, 2016, 06:51:26 PM
Quote from: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Jul 31, 2016, 05:06:49 PM


The idea of DNA assimilation has been there since the first film, according to Ridley Scott. And if it helps, according to the mini comics they're not literally facehugging prey mantises or crabs or socrpions, just large aliens species that superficially look like them.

I need to read the minicomics again. I haven't since I was a kid. Easily, one could imagine that the mantis, arachnid, swarm, etc. breeds could even have been formed in a host of another species of oversized bugs that would populate a planet where environmental and evolutionary circumstances have allowed for animals like that to exist.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jul 31, 2016, 08:45:06 PM
That thing coming out of the crab alien's chest looks a little like a Hammerpede!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 31, 2016, 09:27:18 PM
There's a much more ...um... 'credible' way these oddities could exists.  They could be the results of controlled and deliberate experimentation.

Let's say that a laboratory is set up to study Aliens.  Say, something like the one aboard the Auriga.  We know that Aliens take characteristics from their hosts - but hosts can contribute in other ways? 

Already in our time can extract DNA from whatever animal we want.  Say, a rhino, bull, snake, crab or scorpion... take you pick.  Take that DNA sample and inject it directly into the hugger through the egg wall.

We already know that the facehugger specifically fits to a human head so we then allow a human host to be implanted with the hybrid embryo.

The gestation and birthing process may then continue to its completion and the chestburster emerges from the host but instead of growing to become an Alien we have seen in the movies, it adopts the morphology and other characteristics of the DNA that was introduced during the egg stage of its life cycle. 

The result being the oddities we see in the form of the Kenner/NECA interpretations. 

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 01, 2016, 07:40:51 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jul 30, 2016, 11:08:29 PM
After seeing what NECA did with the Mantis Alien, I'm hoping for a complete redesign of the Scorpion Alien.  Hell, what I am envisaging is an 8 legged biomechanical centaur with chelae instead of arms and a curved tail that terminates in a wicked curved barb.  The Galaxy's nastiest arachnid!

I am really curious about this myself. It wasn't exactly a wildly different design. I think I'd be more interested if they replicated the explosion. Somehow.


Quote from: SiL on Jul 31, 2016, 11:41:25 AM
Finally got around to taking some decent shots of the Alien and Predator from Neca's AvP two-set remake. I have never liked Neca's Big Chap's neck and profile but it sure as hell photographs all purty like.

https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8181/28053389924_61c5593c25.jpg
https://c2.staticflickr.com/9/8769/28670647705_9795106609.jpg
https://c6.staticflickr.com/9/8894/28054474693_9b12e5bd08.jpg

Those sure are pretty. I miss seeing all the various figure photography.


Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 25, 2016, 07:37:27 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jul 24, 2016, 05:34:49 PM
And they'll be doing the Kenner Marines as well.

Those should be fun to see!

I still need to pick up the Alien Day Ripley.

Found 2 of these at London Film and Comic Con and the Mrs brought me one. I know she doesn't have the proper flamethrower but I still like it.  :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on Aug 01, 2016, 07:04:52 PM
I'm trying to decide between the Grey variant Dog Alien or the Brown variant Dog Alien. I think I'm leaning towards the Grey one but I'm still not sure. Never thought Alien 3 would cause me this much of a dilemma
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Aug 02, 2016, 12:43:11 AM
Quote from: Deathbearer on Aug 01, 2016, 07:04:52 PM
I'm trying to decide between the Grey variant Dog Alien or the Brown variant Dog Alien. I think I'm leaning towards the Grey one but I'm still not sure. Never thought Alien 3 would cause me this much of a dilemma
The brown is the same as Series 3, in case that sways your decision.

Looking at them in person side by side in the package, brown is glossy. Grey is not. Otherwise can't tell the difference.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Aug 02, 2016, 04:17:45 PM
So guys the stand for my Dog Alien broke :-(

Specifically the C-clamp the clamps to the actual figure. Any chance NECA will send me a replacement?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Aug 02, 2016, 11:18:33 PM
Quote from: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Aug 02, 2016, 04:17:45 PM
So guys the stand for my Dog Alien broke :-(

Specifically the C-clamp the clamps to the actual figure. Any chance NECA will send me a replacement?
Yes. Contact Customer Support through Twitter. https://twitter.com/NECA_CS
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 03, 2016, 01:16:47 AM
The default display stands NECA supplies with these figures is generally inadequate.  They are too short to grasp the figure's anywhere other than the thigh or tail.  Sure, you can crouch the figure over and have the C-clip grasp the figure by the waist but the delicate nature of the damned things means they are very susceptible to snapping.

They are the worst part of NECA's releases.  By their short nature they deprive you of the opportunity to maximise the figure's ability to pose.  All those points of articulation just get wasted simply because the crummy default display stand won't free the figure enough to allow it to show off the posability it's really capable of.

I wish NECA would completely do away and replace them.  Mind you,  NECA does have alternatives available here (http://necaonline.com/55219/products/collectables/accessories/dynamic-action-figure-display-stand/) and here (http://necaonline.com/46189/products/toys/action-figures/action-figure-display-stand-set-of-10-in-blister-case-of-12/).

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Wot u get by default.  Grasped around the thigh, poor Stompy is almost walking on his knees.


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Wot they should be including in the package.  Yeahhh!  now yer talkin'.  Look at the potential range of poses available here!  Freed from the restrictions of crummy display stand, Stompy can be posed to the fullest.


Mind you, there are even better alternatives online but you will have to hunt around.  Ebay will definitely have some.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SiL on Aug 03, 2016, 04:36:11 AM
My AvP two-pack didn't come with any stands. Poor bastards have to stand on their own.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 03, 2016, 07:48:30 AM
Which ones have come with them? Only ones I can think of are Stompy and the Runner.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Aug 03, 2016, 08:11:32 AM
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:laugh: Admit it, you made it look like he's dancing on purpose...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 03, 2016, 08:57:06 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Aug 03, 2016, 07:48:30 AM
Which ones have come with them? Only ones I can think of are Stompy and the Runner.
Those are the only "basic" sized ones I can think of. The Queen has a stand but that's kind of a special case.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenophobia on Aug 05, 2016, 12:22:38 AM
I really want a ressurection Ripley  ;) she is very hot in this movie  ;D I think she insipired blizzard to create kerrigan  ;)
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and we need preatorian aliens  :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Aug 05, 2016, 02:04:45 AM
Possibly. The Zerg and the Protoss are very Alien and Predator. But I still don't care about Alien Resurrection. I can't think of a character from that movie I would want. In fact, if probably want actual StarCraft figures before then.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Aug 05, 2016, 07:21:28 AM
I'd love them to do Alien Queen from AvP, witha rigged head , chains and so on.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Aug 05, 2016, 09:04:35 AM
I love Neca's designs & think it's awesome they're doing the Kenner line as well but I hate to say I have a jaded experience with their figures thus far. I only own 3 Xenomorphs & sadly ALL 3 of them have major problems which has left me a little meh towards them. I have the Genocide 2 pack & the series 2 Blue Warrior. Where to begin. The red Xeno has one foot that I dunno what the hell happened but it was either super glued or something but the front foot toe area on one foot will not move up & down in even the slightest bit which restricts how I can pose it greatly. That's not the only problem it has. Now, just to say, I take very very good care of my stuff. I don't play with them or do stop motion or anything, I take them out of the package, pose them & they stay on my shelf for ages before being moved again. So, that being said, (still on the red one) it didn't take long for the bottom jaw of it's mouth to just come off so I can no longer open it's mouth unless I want it's bottom jaw hanging down in the middle of its chest. So disappointed with that because that's the one I wanted the most out of the 2 pack. The black one for the most part is okay. His mouth is still fine, both feet bend the way they're suppose to BUT.. it has the weakest knees joints ever & just sinks down into itself if I try to pose it in a cool position so basically if I don't want it to fall over, I have to stand it up straight which is pretty boring. The blue warrior, I can't comment on terribly too much because after the debacle of the first 2, I decided to leave it in the package but I can see just from looking inside the package that one of it's feet is almost sideways & looks like it will either fall off or snap if I try to do anything with it.

So with all that said, I don't hate Neca, I do realize that sometimes there's bad molds that get released, it just really hurt me that ALL 3 which I bought at the same time, ALL had major defects going on that wouldn't allow me to enjoy the figures as they're meant to be so I'm a little hesitate to buy more. If at least 1 of them turned out to be one of the good molds, I would let the other 2 slide but that wasn't the case & I certainly don't have the cash to keep blowing to try & get a good mold. Not really sure why I shared this story honestly. Maybe a little bit of jealousy that most of you guys seem to just keep getting the good ones while I'm stuck here with 3 bunk ones :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 05, 2016, 11:25:39 AM
Quote from: Master on Aug 05, 2016, 07:21:28 AM
I'd love them to do Alien Queen from AvP, witha rigged head , chains and so on.

With an optional combistick through the head accessory.  Ya.  That would be nice.

Quote from: XenoZipper on Aug 05, 2016, 09:04:35 AMI decided to leave it in the package but I can see just from looking inside the package that one of it's feet is almost sideways & looks like it will either fall off or snap if I try to do anything with it.

Depending on the nature of some of the deformities these figures can have, they can be fixed.  My Dog Alien had a bent tail barb and I mean bent!  Bladed barb is quite long and half the length of it was bent over by about 90o.  To fix it, I immersed the tail tip in hot water just taken off of the boil.  This allowed the plastic to soften enough and I could flatten the barb without warping.

My Stompy developed a similar warped foot problem.  Posing him with too much weight on one foot for a long time caused the ankle to buckle.  Once again, immersing the foot in a cup of hot water fixed it with a little manipulation to get it back into its correct position.  Now I use the crummy display stand that was included with him. 

The crummy display stand might be crummy but it beats the Hell out of having my Stompy going through the rest of his life with rickets.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Aug 05, 2016, 11:31:57 AM
I'll have to take a picture of the red one later to show how screwed it's mouth & feet is. I don't have any knowledge on how to fix figures.


Okay so here's the probs with the Red Xeno. In pic 1, the right foot moves up but the left will not budge in the slightest. Can't move it up or down. I can move the ankle part but that's it. Pic 2 is showing that I can move the right arm to where it is & sadly the left arm will not go up any further than what you see in the picture no matter how hard I try to move it. Pic 3 is actually something new I just found while taking these pictures & that's showing the frame or whatever that area is called is just cracked all the way up. & pic #4 is when I try to open the mouth to take out the 2nd jaw. So yea. I feel like I wasted $60 buying that double pack even though the black one is a much better mold, it has it's super weak knee problems making it hard to pose. Like I said, don't hate Neca, love their figures & design but I've had nothing but bad luck with getting shite molds. And myself not having any knowledge of how to fix toys or anything of that sort, it just kinda sucks. I wanted this figure to be my prized possession & it ended up being one of the worst figures I've owned period of anything since I started collecting toys in the 80s.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Aug 05, 2016, 01:49:07 PM
The older xeno legs and jaws are pretty shitty unless you get lucky. Most of mine have been ok, but I have a few shitty ones.

The jaw I've fixed with a dab of gorilla glue, and then rotating it up and down till the glue was dried, giving it resistance and a "hold" into the joint.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 06, 2016, 12:55:05 AM
Damn.  That's really unfortunate to have so many issues on the one figure.  I have one figure, the translucent 'prototype' of the Big Chap that has its jaw stuck on one side.  I could never free it up.  I think the wire core is poking through to the surface at the base, too. 

One of NECA's big problems - and this is true of all 'ALIEN' figures - is the price.  They are at an 'acceptable' level but still feel a little dear for what you get.  What you do get, however is Officially Licenced merchandise with all the design, motifs and logos that that licence brings with it.  These aren't cheap knock offs.  They're the real deal in terms of identity.  You're paying to be able to hold that in your hands.

I frequently look at NECA's releases as glorified toys and they still sit at the lower end of the price scale.  You can pay significantly more for figures by other companies but you should also expect a ramp up in quality. 

Overall, I think NECA do a great job of filling a much appreciated mass market at a reasonable price.  It would be ideal if they could address their Quality issues.  A lot of people have reported problems with their figures many, many times.  Right now their reputation is still strong but if these deficiencies in product continue (Or possibly even get worse!), they'll risk no longer being identified by the buying public as the National Entertainment Collectibles Association and be dubbed something like Not Exactly Quality Assured.

As in,  "God Damn it.  I just paid $60 for this figure and it's leg is stuck.  Trust you, NEQA!"

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SiL on Aug 06, 2016, 01:02:12 AM
Are inner jaws supposed to be really, really hard to get out? Cos I've got two with stiff tongues. In a way it's good as it stops them sliding around, but needing tweezers to pull them out with force is a bit much.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Aug 06, 2016, 01:31:22 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Aug 06, 2016, 12:55:05 AM
Damn.  That's really unfortunate to have so many issues on the one figure.  I have one figure, the translucent 'prototype' of the Big Chap that has its jaw stuck on one side.  I could never free it up.  I think the wire core is poking through to the surface at the base, too. 

One of NECA's big problems - and this is true of all 'ALIEN' figures - is the price.  They are at an 'acceptable' level but still feel a little dear for what you get.  What you do get, however is Officially Licenced merchandise with all the design, motifs and logos that that licence brings with it.  These aren't cheap knock offs.  They're the real deal in terms of identity.  You're paying to be able to hold that in your hands.

I frequently look at NECA's releases as glorified toys and they still sit at the lower end of the price scale.  You can pay significantly more for figures by other companies but you should also expect a ramp up in quality. 

Overall, I think NECA do a great job of filling a much appreciated mass market at a reasonable price.  It would be ideal if they could address their Quality issues.  A lot of people have reported problems with their figures many, many times.  Right now their reputation is still strong but if these deficiencies in product continue (Or possibly even get worse!), they'll risk no longer being identified by the buying public as the National Entertainment Collectibles Association and be dubbed something like Not Exactly Quality Assured.

As in,  "God Damn it.  I just paid $60 for this figure and it's leg is stuck.  Trust you, NEQA!"

-Windebieste.



I totally agree. I don't have a hate for Neca at all. My brother has a few & those figures are excellent. I guess I just drew the short straw in for getting a good quality one. I do agree the price is acceptable and at the same time sucks when you get a figure like mine. Most Neca figures in my neck of the woods go for between $30-40 a piece sometimes more depending on the store. A comic shop I go to just got in the Red Queen & he wants $180 for it which is crazy. He wants about that much for the 1/4th Warrior too. He won't be getting my money for them haha They're at least 30 bucks cheaper online. I just want 1 good figure but not even sure if I'm going to bother taking another chance having 3 fails in a row.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Aug 06, 2016, 06:50:01 PM
Quote from: SiL on Aug 06, 2016, 01:02:12 AM
Are inner jaws supposed to be really, really hard to get out? Cos I've got two with stiff tongues. In a way it's good as it stops them sliding around, but needing tweezers to pull them out with force is a bit much.

I got the concept xeno recently and the inner jaws on mine slide in and out when I turn the box from side to side. It's kinda made me afraid to even open it after some of the horror stories I've heard here and elsewhere about parts falling off and breaking etc. I don't have enough space to properly display any of my figures right now anyway, but if one day I do I hope I don't end up removing it from its packaging and having the inner jaws just fall right out of its mouth.

Going back a bit (since I wasn't registered here yet when SDCC was going on ;) ), I love the look of the Mantis Alien especially. They really knocked it out of the part with that one. The Gorilla looks pretty awesome as well, though I feel like the torso possibly should have been a little wider to really double down on that "gorilla" look (and bring it a little closer to the original Kenner figure). But it still looks really damn nice, and the removable dome is a nice touch, especially given the "gimmicks" these figures had originally.

Quote from: windebieste on Jul 24, 2016, 01:16:36 AM
As the Queen Facehugger is based on the one we see in the extended version of 'ALIEN 3' and not some outlandish speculation like much of the rest of Kenner's production run from the early 1990's, it just feels out of place here.  I thought NECA would have more completely embraced updating Kenner's more more outrageous items more fully.  This figure feels out of place, a ring in.  It feels like it belongs in a 'Creature Pack' similar to what they released recently rather than this series.

I gotta admit, the Q. Hugger lacks the unrestrained wild appeal of the earlier 2 items they announced as part of series 10.

Agreed. The Queen Facehugger is the only one of the three I ever actually owned back in the day (I always wanted a Gorilla figure too), so I'll definitely have to pick that up as well, but I do kinda wish it was perhaps a little bit bigger though. Like you said, it sort of seems like they wanted to go with a bit of a middle-ground between being "realistic" or "canon" and the outright craziness of the Kenner original, since it looks a little bit smaller in the figure comparison picture than I remember the original Queen Facehugger being (and given the Alien 3 webbing around the legs/fingers). I had the Kenner Drake figure and I remember the Queen could pretty much wrap completely around him, which doesn't look like it's going to be the case here.

But either way, it's still looks cool. They definitely nailed the colour scheme, that's for sure. I'm really glad they've committed to doing pretty much the entire Kenner line by the sounds of things, because given how good these ones look, I can only imagine how great some of the others might turn out (and it finally gives me a chance to get a lot more than just the Queen Face Hugger, Scorpion and regular Queen figures; in a round about sort of way ;D ).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Nostromo on Aug 07, 2016, 01:04:34 PM
Can someone put side by side a '79 Big Chap Alien, a '79 Big Chap v.2 Alien & a Kenner warrior Alien and take a picture for fun and to compare which looks most like the original? Maybe throw in an Alien from Isolation or another similar looking smoothe top Alien.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Aug 07, 2016, 03:29:36 PM
I had a look back and didn't see anything mentioned, but there were also a few "easter eggs" in the NECA display, namely green and blue facehuggers, and green and pink chestbursters.

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The pink chestburster and green facehugger look to be from the same Konami Aliens arcade game as the pink Alien, but are the others from that as well? If not I'd imagine the blue facehugger will likely be included with the Gorilla and the green chestburster with the Mantis.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Aug 07, 2016, 05:52:30 PM
The ice blue Alien is just amaze. They sure as heck better make it (for mass production)! :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 07, 2016, 10:41:47 PM
Quote from: Nostromo on Aug 07, 2016, 01:04:34 PM
Can someone put side by side a '79 Big Chap Alien, a '79 Big Chap v.2 Alien & a Kenner warrior Alien and take a picture for fun and to compare which looks most like the original? Maybe throw in an Alien from Isolation or another similar looking smoothe top Alien.

Not exactly sure what you want.

Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Aug 07, 2016, 05:52:30 PM
The ice blue Alien is just amaze. They sure as heck better make it (for mass production)! :P

Yeah.  That one does look awesome!  Would part with cash for that. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Aug 08, 2016, 12:05:47 AM
I think what he's meaning is which of those figures looks the closest to the xeno in the first movie? Just guessing.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 08, 2016, 12:37:54 AM
Sure, I figured he meant that.  I also figured he meant the quarter scale 2008 and 2015 NECA Aliens.  I'm uncertain what he means by "a Kenner warrior Alien".  That could mean the original 79er or maybe NECA's recent warrior Alien.  I'm guessing he means something in the 18-22 inch range, though.  1984 Tsukuda Jumbo figure, anyone..?  lol.

I do have the 2008 and 2015 18" NECA items.  They are both in packing boxes right now due to renovations.  I also have the original Kenner Alien.  I've always got one of those on hand.  I do not have the recent 18" NECA figure based the 'ALIENS' warriors just yet.  Budget restraints at the moment due to the aforementioned renovations preclude such niceties right now.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Nostromo on Aug 08, 2016, 03:04:50 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Aug 08, 2016, 12:37:54 AM
Sure, I figured he meant that.  I also figured he meant the quarter scale 2008 and 2015 NECA Aliens.  I'm uncertain what he means by "a Kenner warrior Alien".  That could mean the original 79er or maybe NECA's recent warrior Alien.  I'm guessing he means something in the 18-22 inch range, though.  1984 Tsukuda Jumbo figure, anyone..?  lol.

I do have the 2008 and 2015 18" NECA items.  They are both in packing boxes right now due to renovations.  I also have the original Kenner Alien.  I've always got one of those on hand.  I do not have the recent 18" NECA figure based the 'ALIENS' warriors just yet.  Budget restraints at the moment due to the aforementioned renovations preclude such niceties right now.

-Windebieste.

Wrong. Look at this picture. Kenner Alien is the one in the bottom left corner and the 2' 79 Aliens are in the top left corner.

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Quote from: XenoZipper on Aug 08, 2016, 12:05:47 AM
I think what he's meaning is which of those figures looks the closest to the xeno in the first movie? Just guessing.

Exactly.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 08, 2016, 05:34:00 AM
You mean the Alien that comes in NECA's 2015 dual tribute to Kenner's 1994 'AvP' 2 pack?

Yeah.  I don't have that one.  Maybe I should pick up the NECA homage item sometime.  Maybe.  The Alien does have a nice black carapace in that set. 

I do have each of the original '94 Alien and Predator figures loose, no package.  They're OK for their day and at least these items didn't thematically follow the ludicrous zany Alien designs Kenner were producing at the time.  They were more screen accurate, for the era.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 08, 2016, 09:08:21 AM
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Didn't Kenner do a blue Alien like that in their Hive Wars series?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Aug 08, 2016, 10:42:20 AM
Yep Kenner most certainly did. I think it was a blue variant of the Acid Alien
https://www.flickr.com/photos/splittyhead/8726482239 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/splittyhead/8726482239)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 08, 2016, 11:25:07 AM
Perhaps it's a tribute to that?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Aug 08, 2016, 12:16:49 PM
Apparently it's based on the Kenner Blue Warrior Kay-Bee chase variant figure:

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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on Aug 10, 2016, 05:28:14 PM
NECA Kenner Alien vs Predator pack came in today. Some minor paint damage on the Predator, looks like some of it smeared on the inside of the blister pack. Not the first NECA figure I've bought where that happened, my Friday the 13th Part 6 figure had the same paint smear only a little bit worse. Alien also seems to be stretching part of the box forward a bit.

Those are very minor issues though, the figures look great. Overall I'm very happy with them.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Aug 13, 2016, 03:11:46 AM
Glow in the dark Predator vision Alien packaging:

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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 13, 2016, 08:05:49 AM
I really want that. I hope it shows up over here.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Aug 13, 2016, 01:21:22 PM
It should. The Forbidden Planet website currently has it penciled in for October.

It still irks me a bit that they're calling it "Thermal Vision" Warrior Alien though. The whole reason it's green is that it doesn't show up on thermal vision and requires a different mode to see it. :P But it looks very cool, and it's doubly good that it glows in the dark, so I'm sure I'll get over it. ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Aug 15, 2016, 02:04:57 AM
Quote from: Kailem on Aug 13, 2016, 01:21:22 PM
It should. The Forbidden Planet website currently has it penciled in for October.

It still irks me a bit that they're calling it "Thermal Vision" Warrior Alien though. The whole reason it's green is that it doesn't show up on thermal vision and requires a different mode to see it. :P But it looks very cool, and it's doubly good that it glows in the dark, so I'm sure I'll get over it. ;)
Guess they should have called it "Predator Vision"
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 15, 2016, 07:31:41 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Aug 15, 2016, 02:04:57 AM
Quote from: Kailem on Aug 13, 2016, 01:21:22 PM
It should. The Forbidden Planet website currently has it penciled in for October.

It still irks me a bit that they're calling it "Thermal Vision" Warrior Alien though. The whole reason it's green is that it doesn't show up on thermal vision and requires a different mode to see it. :P But it looks very cool, and it's doubly good that it glows in the dark, so I'm sure I'll get over it. ;)
Guess they should have called it "Predator Vision"

Yeah, I suggested that when it was first announced but it doesn't have the same ring to it lol
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Aug 15, 2016, 03:01:11 PM
But it's accurate, dammit! And everyone knows how much us crazy fans love our accuracy!  ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: comicsupreme on Aug 15, 2016, 04:17:52 PM
Looking into to getting some Aliens Neca figures but not sure which to pick up first. Does anybody recommend any figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Aug 15, 2016, 04:46:26 PM
While it's not completely up to date (it's missing the latest wave of Alien 3 figures), here's all the figures they've released so far (bar those three):

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The oldest figures are at the top, going down to the newer ones at the bottom, so some of them you might not be able to find too easily anymore, or for less than ridiculously high prices.

The recent concept xeno (bottom right) has been very popular, but I guess it really just comes down to which one(s) you like the look of most and if you can find them anymore, depending on when they came out.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: comicsupreme on Aug 15, 2016, 05:23:51 PM
Ok thank you  ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Predboy on Aug 16, 2016, 01:23:11 AM
Quote from: Corporal.Dwayne.Hicks on Aug 15, 2016, 04:17:52 PM
Looking into to getting some Aliens Neca figures but not sure which to pick up first. Does anybody recommend any figures.

You new to collecting figures too? The figures I have so far are the 7 inch Big Chap, Warrior alien, dog alien, and the sexy wonderful queen. I have her set up on a special place right next to where I make my coffee lol.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 16, 2016, 01:51:07 AM
Quote from: Corporal.Dwayne.Hicks on Aug 15, 2016, 04:17:52 PM
Looking into to getting some Aliens Neca figures but not sure which to pick up first. Does anybody recommend any figures.

Definitely get the Alien: Isolation Xeno.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Prez on Aug 17, 2016, 01:13:17 AM
I have an old Neca Xeno Aliens warrior from 2007 on my shelf. Poor guy is falling apart as he was left in the sun on display in the shop I got him from.

Nothing a bit of hidden blutac can't fix.

Introduced him to my 6 year old daughter the other day - she was initially put off by how ugly he was but I gave him a name and said he's a friendly alien.

Parenting 101.

Also got Grid & one of the young Predators from AvP (series 1) too.

I'd love to get the Ripley figure from Aliens but that is so hard to find and on ebay it's going for some high prices. Might have to settle for the Alien Ripley figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 17, 2016, 01:47:45 AM
Quote from: Prez on Aug 17, 2016, 01:13:17 AM
Introduced him to my 6 year old daughter the other day - she was initially put off by how ugly he was

Nothing wrong with that.  Apparently.

The first 1979 Kenner figure was recommended for AGES 5 AND UP.  Later, Kenner's 1990's range of action figures the age recommendation was actually lowered.  The card backing the package displays AGES 4 AND UP.

Which makes your daughter just the right age to be playing with Alien toys.  Perfect, I say.   

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Nostromo on Aug 17, 2016, 01:55:47 AM
 ;D
Quote from: Prez on Aug 17, 2016, 01:13:17 AM

Introduced him to my 6 year old daughter the other day - she was initially put off by how ugly he was
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 17, 2016, 07:23:40 AM
I was 5 the first time I watched Aliens. Then had nightmares for about 5 years.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Aug 17, 2016, 09:47:06 AM
I think I saw Alien 3 while I was still in single figures, and I don't remember it affecting me. The Newborn freaked me out a bit the first time I saw that (still at primary school, I think).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Aug 17, 2016, 10:45:00 AM
What stands would you guys recommend for these NECA figures? I always just had them standing on a shelve, intend to display them in a glass case in my new house.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Aug 17, 2016, 11:25:50 AM
Detolf from Ikea is a good display for reasonable price.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: g2vd on Aug 17, 2016, 11:32:15 AM
I do wish I had been able to grab the Blue Warrior figure before it went too far up in price, as I just love the look of the thing absolutely spot on to the suit.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Aug 17, 2016, 06:15:35 PM
Recieved my A3 bald Ripley, the likeness is allright and the gear she's wearing is really well done, but when I wanted to display her without the jacket I realized I couldn't : mine had 2 left naked arms... Quality control again, NECA  :-\.

Quote from: Master on Aug 17, 2016, 11:25:50 AM
Detolf from Ikea is a good display for reasonable price.
Agreed, and some plexiglass stands (see below) to pile them more efficientely on each level.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tapplastics.com%2Fuploads%2Fproducts%2FAcrylic_Risers-l.jpg&hash=a54ead40c81b36e5600dda665faf5be71eef5335)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: sir_bobos on Aug 17, 2016, 06:26:56 PM
Quote from: Prez on Aug 17, 2016, 01:13:17 AM

I'd love to get the Ripley figure from Aliens but that is so hard to find and on ebay it's going for some high prices. Might have to settle for the Alien Ripley figure.

You might be in luck. BBTS just put a Ripley and Newt two pack up for preorder. Be a good chance to get both. I already have that Ripley and if that's the only way to get Newt now it pretty much killed my interest in her, didn't really want her to begin with.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on Aug 17, 2016, 08:20:44 PM
I got my Alien 3 set today in Forbidden planet. I stood there for about 40 minutes feeling like a crazy person trying to find the best paint job on the Ripley faces. Some of them were really bad and looked completely wrong and then I narrowed it down to about 3. I'm very happy with the one I picked in the end, it looks the most like Sigourney but jesus it took me a while to get there (I am a pedantic prick though).

I wasn't actually gonna get the A3 Ripley but after seeing it in person I just had to. The commando looks great too.

Went for the grey Dog Alien because I already have a bootleg of the Dog in brown (which isn't greatly painted). I love the look of the brown as it is the look of the Alien in the movie but I think the grey really brings out the details nicely!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Aug 17, 2016, 09:39:29 PM
Quote from: Master on Aug 17, 2016, 11:25:50 AM
Detolf from Ikea is a good display for reasonable price.
Quote from: Vark_ on Aug 17, 2016, 06:15:35 PM
Recieved my A3 bald Ripley, the likeness is allright and the gear she's wearing is really well done, but when I wanted to display her without the jacket I realized I couldn't : mine had 2 left naked arms... Quality control again, NECA  :-\.

Quote from: Master on Aug 17, 2016, 11:25:50 AM
Detolf from Ikea is a good display for reasonable price.
Agreed, and some plexiglass stands (see below) to pile them more efficientely on each level.
http://www.tapplastics.com/uploads/products/Acrylic_Risers-l.jpg
Got two detolfs in the house, its the lack of solid floor (all wood and wonky) that I'm worried of. So I need to fixate the figures and I need some advice in stands to peg them on :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Aug 17, 2016, 11:11:30 PM
Neca did released dedicated stands with peg.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Prez on Aug 18, 2016, 01:54:36 AM
Quote from: sir_bobos on Aug 17, 2016, 06:26:56 PM
Quote from: Prez on Aug 17, 2016, 01:13:17 AM

I'd love to get the Ripley figure from Aliens but that is so hard to find and on ebay it's going for some high prices. Might have to settle for the Alien Ripley figure.

You might be in luck. BBTS just put a Ripley and Newt two pack up for preorder. Be a good chance to get both. I already have that Ripley and if that's the only way to get Newt now it pretty much killed my interest in her, didn't really want her to begin with.

I saw that last night on my news feed and nearly had a heart attack of pure elation :-)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FriendlyPiranha on Aug 20, 2016, 10:07:19 AM
I want to ask those people who bought the series 8 brown dog alien, is your figure still having that shinny coat applied? 'Cause mine is kinda matte. I couldn't find any review with this newer version so that I can compare it with. Also the brown tone isn't so orangey anymore, but a darker shade. Dunno, I'm a little pissed to be honest, after I had to replace Ripley already.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on Aug 20, 2016, 11:27:09 AM
Quote from: FriendlyPiranha on Aug 20, 2016, 10:07:19 AM
I want to ask those people who bought the series 8 brown dog alien, is your figure still having that shinny coat applied? 'Cause mine is kinda matte. I couldn't find any review with this newer version so that I can compare it with. Also the brown tone isn't so orangey anymore, but a darker shade. Dunno, I'm a little pissed to be honest, after I had to replace Ripley already.
The brown dogs I saw in the shop had the shiney coat applied and were dark brown. I can't compare to the older version though because I seem to have a bootleg which is a bit lighter in colour.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Aug 21, 2016, 10:54:17 AM
Excited for the "Rescuing Newt" 2-pack.

Figure on getting two, one to display in-box, and the other to display Ripley with in the Power Loader (and the queen), and Newt with the already released Ripley and some eggs.

I hope this Ripley doesn't have flaky paint under her arms.  Anyone else have that problem?  (With the figure... not your arms.)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: g2vd on Aug 22, 2016, 10:46:23 AM
I'm still surprised Neca hasn't done this yet.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv130%2FCorpral_Hicks%2F11064859_861501840563923_8128088989394449130_n.jpg&hash=a3cc55e8539dc55ddaf4f634201c120e8b9e8a86)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Nostromo on Aug 22, 2016, 11:27:53 AM
Quote from: g2vd on Aug 22, 2016, 10:46:23 AM
I'm still surprised Neca hasn't done this yet.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v130/Corpral_Hicks/11064859_861501840563923_8128088989394449130_n.jpg
F me this actually gave me a scare. Class 10 creeper. One of the best Alien pics I've ever seen.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Aug 22, 2016, 11:51:37 AM
Quote from: g2vd on Aug 22, 2016, 10:46:23 AM
I'm still surprised Neca hasn't done this yet.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v130/Corpral_Hicks/11064859_861501840563923_8128088989394449130_n.jpg

I'd buy that on the spot
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Aug 22, 2016, 01:55:06 PM
Quote from: Whiskeybrewer on Aug 22, 2016, 11:51:37 AM
Quote from: g2vd on Aug 22, 2016, 10:46:23 AM
I'm still surprised Neca hasn't done this yet.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v130/Corpral_Hicks/11064859_861501840563923_8128088989394449130_n.jpg

I'd buy that on the spot

Same I'd buy that without thinking about it. Been one of my fav pics for a long time
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Aug 23, 2016, 12:26:02 AM
Quote from: XenoZipper on Aug 22, 2016, 01:55:06 PM
Quote from: Whiskeybrewer on Aug 22, 2016, 11:51:37 AM
Quote from: g2vd on Aug 22, 2016, 10:46:23 AM
I'm still surprised Neca hasn't done this yet.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v130/Corpral_Hicks/11064859_861501840563923_8128088989394449130_n.jpg

I'd buy that on the spot

Same I'd buy that without thinking about it. Been one of my fav pics for a long time
What, a dome-less Big Chap? Can't you just remove the dome from their figure and get the same effect?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 23, 2016, 12:37:15 AM
Here ya go.  One genuine 1979 Alien action figure (http://www.ebay.com/itm/ORIGINAL-18-ALIEN-FROM-KENNER-1979-/391273948687?hash=item5b19bea60f:g:3fcAAOSwuTxWBZnU) without the carapace. 

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.ebayimg.com%2Fimages%2Fg%2F3fcAAOSwuTxWBZnU%2Fs-l1600.jpg&hash=7c6032d0eb4263dbf790950bf445143c45cd8d46)

This one has been on Ebay for months...  lol.

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Nostromo on Aug 23, 2016, 02:14:37 AM
Here he is again. I want it too now lol.

http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=55037.0
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: g2vd on Aug 23, 2016, 09:40:14 AM
Quote from: Nostromo on Aug 22, 2016, 11:27:53 AM
Quote from: g2vd on Aug 22, 2016, 10:46:23 AM
I'm still surprised Neca hasn't done this yet.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v130/Corpral_Hicks/11064859_861501840563923_8128088989394449130_n.jpg
F me this actually gave me a scare. Class 10 creeper. One of the best Alien pics I've ever seen.
I know right? I used to think the Skull on the Xeno looked off and didn't look scary that photo definitely proved me wrong.

And I mean it would be such a simple retool. all Neca would have to do is take their existing Big Chap sculpt remove the dome and re-sculpt the top portion of the head a little bit to bring it out.

Quote from: Nostromo on Aug 23, 2016, 02:14:37 AM
Here he is again. I want it too now lol.

http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=55037.0
Ehh, I've heard and seen a lot of bad things about that figure it's also quite a bit smaller than the standard SHMA.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-E7hOc8KQ7rY%2FU5JXSXwcJWI%2FAAAAAAABHyU%2Fcz6T2XYcBkY%2Fs1600%2Fshm_bigchap025.jpg&hash=42e348853b290e8285ff2ad45f54d7f294592e0b)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Aug 25, 2016, 04:50:05 PM
Looks like we'll be getting a Space Jockey that's to scale with the figures!

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CquB_bTXgAAlgCK.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CquCKL7WEAAfGxR.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CquCKMFWYAAUbu1.jpg)

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/768851482707890177
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Aug 25, 2016, 04:59:07 PM
Bloody hell. How good is that? A total no can do for me due to its size but it's seriously impressive. Will probably cost a small fortune.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 25, 2016, 05:01:14 PM
That thing must be huge!!!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Aug 25, 2016, 05:42:33 PM
Holy SHIT! That´s awesome  :o but HOW MUCH WOULD COST that behemont?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 25, 2016, 05:47:44 PM
Considering the Queen and Powerloader...probably over £100
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Aug 25, 2016, 06:02:08 PM
I'd totally buy that for a diorama, or even just to display on a desk or shelf
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Aug 25, 2016, 06:28:31 PM
I was wondering whether the sales of the Cinemachines Space Jockey might have had any bearing on this, but I imagine this must have been in the works for quite a while before those even came out. But either way I imagine the sales must have been pretty good if they're going to offer a much bigger, undoubtedly much more expensive version of it now too.

EDIT: More pics, with more at the Twitter link, as well as early details:

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CquiqApWIAAoiTG.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cquirr4WAAA-Pav.jpg)

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/768887048212189184
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 25, 2016, 07:41:15 PM
This is a must buy!

And, if they can do the Jockey, I guarantee that they'll do a Queen Eggsack.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Aug 25, 2016, 10:53:06 PM
My poor wallet.  That thing is a must for me.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 25, 2016, 11:48:09 PM
And just in case anyone missed it...they teased the Lambert figure in the pics.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Prez on Aug 26, 2016, 02:15:35 AM
Disappointing that it's made from Foam Rubber & Latex. Not ideal for long term quality especially at the price of $US300.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: sugarhigh on Aug 26, 2016, 05:45:31 AM
This is great because it gives people the chance to have a Space Jockey in their collection, for less than the Sideshow Collection version. I have the one from Sideshow and it's amazing. I hope NECA has a derelict in the works too.

http://necaonline.com/57550/products/toys/action-figures/alien-foam-replica-fossilized-space-jockey/
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Aug 26, 2016, 10:25:29 AM
Yesterday my W-Y Commando arived. I love them both allot but have a problem. Decals glued themselves to blister and are destroyed. I managed to salvage animal and cruncher but rest are gone. Do you think I can get additional decals from Neca?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Aug 26, 2016, 12:41:57 PM
Quote from: Master on Aug 26, 2016, 10:25:29 AM
Yesterday my W-Y Commando arived. I love them both allot but have a problem. Decals glued themselves to blister and are destroyed. I managed to salvage animal and cruncher but rest are gone. Do you think I can get additional decals from Neca?

For something that "small" I doubt it tbh. You would probably be better off making your own, I did that for my marines.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Aug 26, 2016, 01:52:29 PM
I also have Duke Nukem figure with two right hands :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Aug 26, 2016, 01:54:20 PM
Popped my NECA cherry and got a W-Y Commando along with Defiance #3 today. Love these guys! Almost got the Dog Alien too but I'll save that for another day.

Quote from: Master on Aug 26, 2016, 10:25:29 AMI love them both allot but have a problem. Decals glued themselves to blister and are destroyed. I managed to salvage animal and cruncher but rest are gone.

That's worrying, I'd better pop mine open and check that.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Aug 26, 2016, 02:53:41 PM
Animal and cruncher are salvaged from one blister.  Second one have all destroyed.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 26, 2016, 08:11:28 PM
Quote from: Master on Aug 26, 2016, 02:53:41 PM
Animal and cruncher are salvaged from one blister.  Second one have all destroyed.

Neca will replace. Contact Customer Service.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Aug 26, 2016, 08:17:01 PM
How about my super lefty Duke?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 29, 2016, 04:29:21 AM
Quote from: Master on Aug 26, 2016, 08:17:01 PM
How about my super lefty Duke?

Doubt it.
That one is long out of production.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 29, 2016, 12:06:08 PM
Quote from: Master on Aug 26, 2016, 10:25:29 AM
Yesterday my W-Y Commando arived. I love them both allot but have a problem. Decals glued themselves to blister and are destroyed. I managed to salvage animal and cruncher but rest are gone. Do you think I can get additional decals from Neca?
I had the same problem with my WY Commando.

Also, where does his knife store on the figure?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Aug 29, 2016, 12:09:32 PM
Left leg, shin guard. Look at promotional photo.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: mythology on Aug 30, 2016, 01:28:54 AM
I'm trying to justify to myself why I should buy the hot pink and cold blue warriors.

I can only tell myself well those colors might be used on the flying queen so they all match. (If neca makes her a queen and not a warrior with wings.)

The trio would look like a neat kenner hive.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Aug 30, 2016, 03:35:30 AM
Why are you asking yourself? You must buy them. MUST.

Especially the ice blue Alien. I mean really. ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Aug 30, 2016, 08:24:12 AM
Ice blue Alien would look cool with holo Engineer. Not that I'm planning to buy any.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Aug 30, 2016, 06:17:05 PM
Folks, Series 9 (Vasquez / Frost) just hit NECA store, in case you're interested ;).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Aug 30, 2016, 06:34:46 PM
Guess I'll be hitting the comic shop Friday.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Aug 30, 2016, 07:29:57 PM
Quote from: mythology on Aug 30, 2016, 01:28:54 AM
I'm trying to justify to myself why I should buy the hot pink and cold blue warriors.

The ice blue one just looks cool (no pun intended :P).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 31, 2016, 10:04:49 AM
They're just fun tributes to an old manufacturer.  :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Sep 02, 2016, 05:22:21 PM
Work in progress box art for the Gorilla Alien:

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CrW6-WrVUAEWzKk.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Sep 02, 2016, 07:06:13 PM
Quote from: Kailem on Sep 02, 2016, 05:22:21 PM
Work in progress box art for the Gorilla Alien:

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CrW6-WrVUAEWzKk.jpg)

Man, i would really like to ask why the gorilla alien doesnt look anything like he Kenner version besides the tale but i would likely get blocked.

It's weird because they went all out for the Mantis and they already done the Gorilla from Planet of the Apes so they have a base to build on top of.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Sep 02, 2016, 07:24:23 PM
Honestly I think its a pretty decent tribute to the Gorilla alien, I found it pretty recognizable.
Spoiler
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F07%2F1200x-Gorilla2-.jpg&hash=436dbb05ed3215583c1b1c5b4c0c50a5d9e82443)
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(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fvignette3.wikia.nocookie.net%2Favp%2Fimages%2F4%2F4f%2FGorilla_alien_by_nite_lik-d4cnssl.jpg%2Frevision%2Flatest%3Fcb%3D20120117180210&hash=9bceb7f87d15c28946a2a6d2ae57d4a553634fa3)
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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Sep 02, 2016, 07:44:28 PM
Quote from: 426Buddy on Sep 02, 2016, 07:24:23 PM
Honestly I think its a pretty decent tribute to the Gorilla alien, I found it pretty recognizable.
Spoiler
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F07%2F1200x-Gorilla2-.jpg&hash=436dbb05ed3215583c1b1c5b4c0c50a5d9e82443)
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(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fvignette3.wikia.nocookie.net%2Favp%2Fimages%2F4%2F4f%2FGorilla_alien_by_nite_lik-d4cnssl.jpg%2Frevision%2Flatest%3Fcb%3D20120117180210&hash=9bceb7f87d15c28946a2a6d2ae57d4a553634fa3)
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I admit, I do think it should have a bit bigger of an upper chest area to resemble a gorilla more but other than that, I dig it as well, looks pretty damn cool to me. Would have been neat if they were able to keep in the feature to suck in water & spray it out by squeezing the head but I guess you'd lose a lot of detail & quality of the figure making the head squishy. Speaking of the gorilla alien, I finally got around to pulling out my old Kenner figures from a box & put them on a shelf.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Sep 02, 2016, 07:55:07 PM
Legs are not short, the chest is not wide, arms have those tubes, and the head has a crown of horns.

BTW, here's a pic from the Kenner that isnt some jpeg artifact black hole.


(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FYFRdbeV.jpg&hash=5281ecc5cf357b6e3dffb38a329726166d8278c2)

The NECA does have ape-like features but it doesnt match the features of the gorilla that much. It's more of a chimp alien.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Sep 02, 2016, 08:17:10 PM
Well like I said its just a tribute and it is recognizable.

While the mantis alien is much closer it still has some differences.

Spoiler
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F07%2F1200x-Mantis3-.jpg&hash=e759544217004772a7d05b4423acff4fc9e54808)
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(https://nerditis.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/mantisalien.jpg?w=470)
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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Sep 02, 2016, 08:48:49 PM
Quote from: 426Buddy on Sep 02, 2016, 08:17:10 PM
Well like I said its just a tribute and it is recognizable.

While the mantis alien is much closer it still has some differences.

Spoiler
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F07%2F1200x-Mantis3-.jpg&hash=e759544217004772a7d05b4423acff4fc9e54808)
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(https://nerditis.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/mantisalien.jpg?w=470)
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i wouldn't say recognizable. Outside of the tail and maybe the hands/forearms there's nothing from the original. The mouth?

The only drastic differences in the mantis are the head patterns and the shoulders. And it's not like they went in a totally different style with that, either.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Sep 05, 2016, 08:09:41 PM
It does seem a bit odd that, whereas the Mantis seems to be almost a direct 1 to 1 update, the Gorilla, while still looking very cool, does seem like a little more of a departure from the original look.

I don't mind the little details at all like the spikes or pipes on the head and arms or anything, it's more that the chest doesn't seem wide enough nor the legs as short as they should be to give it the same sort of "gorilla" appearance that was the reason for the original being named as it was. It's hard to tell how long the arms are though, since in most pics the legs are bent to some degree, and as I say I do still like it. It's just odd they they seem to have stuck incredibly faithfully to the design elements of a figure which you'd think might almost be harder or more elaborate and time-consuming to create with the Mantis Alien, but seemingly not take quite the same approach with this one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Sep 06, 2016, 12:42:26 AM
The arms look a little longer and i think the shins are shorter. baybe the isolation legs without the other joint?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Sep 09, 2016, 08:30:47 PM
The Gorilla is due for a November release.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cr8FKOIWcAAZa0d.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Sep 09, 2016, 11:47:44 PM
Yeeeeeeeees
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 12, 2016, 08:30:39 AM
I still love it!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Sep 12, 2016, 11:31:34 PM
This thing is incredibly creepy.  Love it!  Definitely getting more. Great job NECA!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Sep 13, 2016, 10:46:49 AM
That is so creepy and fleshy. And that tongue mind.

The Newborn, should have had a tongue like that lol
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Sep 13, 2016, 11:13:49 AM
It had quite a tongue though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: T Dog on Sep 13, 2016, 06:42:31 PM
That's very very gross
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Sep 13, 2016, 07:03:06 PM
I'd love an albino queen
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Sep 13, 2016, 07:20:50 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Sep 13, 2016, 07:03:06 PM
I'd love an albino queen

That is a fantastic idea!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 13, 2016, 11:21:02 PM
Can't wait to get Series 9. Need to check TRU end of the week!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Sep 14, 2016, 12:14:34 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Sep 13, 2016, 07:20:50 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Sep 13, 2016, 07:03:06 PM
I'd love an albino queen

That is a fantastic idea!

I want to see this now lol
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Sep 15, 2016, 10:30:25 PM
Mine arrived today. Love it. 

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14292403_10153770304515474_671519143942510364_n.jpg?oh=c0ddf642dbc4bd15b1980a7612b51f28&oe=587FFC1F)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Sep 15, 2016, 11:05:07 PM
Nice.  This looks pretty cool, actually

What's the detail on the back of the Alien figure like?  Can you take a shot of it..?

Actually, I'm not really that interested in what the back of the figure looks like.  I just want to see where that tongue ends up after you've rotated the Alien 180o.

That's the photo I want to see.   ;D

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 02:08:12 AM
(https://s16.postimg.io/9915kwlcl/DSCF1359aliens.jpg)


I am so sick of Neca and their defective and breakable parts. I quit.

I said this one or two years ago, but this time it's for good. I'm going to be selling a huge chunk of my collection, including both Queens.

Nothing even happened to my figures this time to convince me of this. But earlier this summer, my bedroom got flooded and I had to pack everything up and move upstairs for renovations to transpire. I was so afraid some of my Neca figures would break when I packed them away. It's not worth the fears. I fear something will break whenever I move one of their parts. Neca doesn't deserve my attention, or yours, until they get things right.

I've downgraded to Kenner. I don't regret it. They're awesome. I currently have the original Queen, Bull, Scorpion, and Gorilla, as well as Ripley and Hicks. I'm getting the rest of series 1 as well as the Mantis, Queen Face Hugger, Flying Queen, Big Chap (from Predator 2 pack) and Snake in the mail. I still need Rhino. I only want the original metallic aliens, not crap like Wild Boar and Night Cougar. I'll also get at least one more Mantis, Gorilla, Boar, and multiple Scorpion aliens and multiple Big Chaps from the Predator 2 pack. It should be sick. And at least I don't have to worry about them breaking right out of the package.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Sep 16, 2016, 02:43:05 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 02:08:12 AMI've downgraded to Kenner. I don't regret it. They're awesome.

Can't beat the classics.  As weird as some of them are, they just can't be beaten.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 02:53:25 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Sep 16, 2016, 02:43:05 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 02:08:12 AMI've downgraded to Kenner. I don't regret it. They're awesome.

Can't beat the classics.  As weird as some of them are, they just can't be beaten.

-Windebieste.

They do look good. And it's realistic to think what Xenos could look like if they came out of other animals.

Oh, and, I should mention I'm getting the original 2 pack Alien/Predator Big Chap despite it not being metallic, simply because it looks good, and it's BIG CHAP.

IMO though, Scorpion Alien is a regular Warrior alien. That shouldn't be what a "Scorpion" Alien would look like.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Sep 16, 2016, 03:04:39 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 02:53:25 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Sep 16, 2016, 02:43:05 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 02:08:12 AMI've downgraded to Kenner. I don't regret it. They're awesome.

Can't beat the classics.  As weird as some of them are, they just can't be beaten.

-Windebieste.

They do look good. And it's realistic to think what Xenos could look like if they came out of other animals.

Oh, and, I should mention I'm getting the original 2 pack Alien/Predator Big Chap despite it not being metallic, simply because it looks good, and it's BIG CHAP.

IMO though, Scorpion Alien is a regular Warrior alien. That shouldn't be what a "Scorpion" Alien would look like.

I feel your pain dude. I most certainly like the look of the Neca's but I only own 3 Xeno's & all 3 of them have something wrong with them & I have no knowledge in fixing toys nor should I really when buying one from a company. Is there Neca figures I want? Definitely! Am I going to buy them? Probably not because I've already had my 3 strikes with them. My Kenner figures on the other hand, are still holding up really well. Even the stickers on my Evac Fighter & Power Loader are still holding on haha Can say that about my Neca's that I've had for way less time. Love their figures but the quality control is a major problem for me & stops me from buying other figures they sell outside of Aliens as well.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Sep 16, 2016, 03:23:20 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 02:53:25 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Sep 16, 2016, 02:43:05 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 02:08:12 AMI've downgraded to Kenner. I don't regret it. They're awesome.

Can't beat the classics.  As weird as some of them are, they just can't be beaten.

-Windebieste.

They do look good. And it's realistic to think what Xenos could look like if they came out of other animals.

Oh, and, I should mention I'm getting the original 2 pack Alien/Predator Big Chap despite it not being metallic, simply because it looks good, and it's BIG CHAP.

IMO though, Scorpion Alien is a regular Warrior alien. That shouldn't be what a "Scorpion" Alien would look like.

Well, I dunno about an Alien emerging from a scorpion, those things are kinda small.  I would settle for, though, is DNA extracted from a scorpion and then transplanted into a facehugger artificially.  Then have the scorpion Alien hybrid gestate inside a human host.  I'd go for that as explanation to cover just about any hybrid, including small arthropods. 

Extracting the DNA from whatever animal, even molluscs if you like.  Place it in the facehugger and then let 'unnatural' processes do the rest. The result, the very iccy Oyster Alien. 

Imagine how tough a tardigrade (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tardigrade)/xeno hybrid would be.

F*ck me... you wouldn't be able to kill it!  At all.   :laugh:

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 04:09:46 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Sep 16, 2016, 03:23:20 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 02:53:25 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Sep 16, 2016, 02:43:05 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 02:08:12 AMI've downgraded to Kenner. I don't regret it. They're awesome.

Can't beat the classics.  As weird as some of them are, they just can't be beaten.

-Windebieste.

They do look good. And it's realistic to think what Xenos could look like if they came out of other animals.

Oh, and, I should mention I'm getting the original 2 pack Alien/Predator Big Chap despite it not being metallic, simply because it looks good, and it's BIG CHAP.

IMO though, Scorpion Alien is a regular Warrior alien. That shouldn't be what a "Scorpion" Alien would look like.

Well, I dunno about an Alien emerging from a scorpion, those things are kinda small.  I would settle for, though, is DNA extracted from a scorpion and then transplanted into a facehugger artificially.  Then have the scorpion Alien hybrid gestate inside a human host.  I'd go for that as explanation to cover just about any hybrid, including small arthropods. 

Extracting the DNA from whatever animal, even molluscs if you like.  Place it in the facehugger and then let 'unnatural' processes do the rest. The result, the very iccy Oyster Alien. 

Imagine how tough a tardigrade (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tardigrade)/xeno hybrid would be.

F*ck me... you wouldn't be able to kill it!  At all.   :laugh:

-Windebieste.



Actually, I believe the Scorpion Xenos were supposed to have come from giant scorpions from another planet.....
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Sep 16, 2016, 04:53:15 AM
It's in one of the comics that comes with the action figures from the '90's.  Honestly, it's a really ropy way to achieve the same result. 

Genetic engineering in a lab would permit any hybrid just by implanting the DNA into the hugger without going to other worlds.  You could easily posit a scenario where Scorpion, Gorilla and Crab Aliens are running amuck in a laboratory space craft where genetic experiments are being held.  Maybe even aboard the Auriga, or a sister ship.  Would make an interesting 'midquel' between 'ALIEN 3' and 'ALIEN: Resurrection'.

It's just a little, teensy-weensie bit more credible than finding giant scorpions on another planet.  Well, that's my take on how to justify the Kenner range of 90's figures.  DNA inserted into facehuggers.  you could come up with any kind of Alien that way and still have human hosts for them to gestate inside. 

-Windebieste
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Sep 16, 2016, 12:33:09 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Sep 16, 2016, 03:23:20 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 02:53:25 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Sep 16, 2016, 02:43:05 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 02:08:12 AMI've downgraded to Kenner. I don't regret it. They're awesome.

Can't beat the classics.  As weird as some of them are, they just can't be beaten.

-Windebieste.

They do look good. And it's realistic to think what Xenos could look like if they came out of other animals.

Oh, and, I should mention I'm getting the original 2 pack Alien/Predator Big Chap despite it not being metallic, simply because it looks good, and it's BIG CHAP.

IMO though, Scorpion Alien is a regular Warrior alien. That shouldn't be what a "Scorpion" Alien would look like.

Well, I dunno about an Alien emerging from a scorpion, those things are kinda small.  I would settle for, though, is DNA extracted from a scorpion and then transplanted into a facehugger artificially.  Then have the scorpion Alien hybrid gestate inside a human host.  I'd go for that as explanation to cover just about any hybrid, including small arthropods. 

Extracting the DNA from whatever animal, even molluscs if you like.  Place it in the facehugger and then let 'unnatural' processes do the rest. The result, the very iccy Oyster Alien. 

Imagine how tough a tardigrade (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tardigrade)/xeno hybrid would be.

F*ck me... you wouldn't be able to kill it!  At all.   :laugh:

-Windebieste.

If you take into account the scorpion/xeno thats gestating may also take on some human characteristics....you might end up with a xenomorph version of the Scorpion King  :laugh:
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fstatic2.comicvine.com%2Fuploads%2Fscale_large%2F4%2F40422%2F4533108-scorpionking.jpg&hash=8f47e7d17ea6e4a6b9ab66f87e8f9ec0f78268b9)

EDIT: Immediatly after that I realized how horrifying it would be to face a xenomorph version of that
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Sep 16, 2016, 12:41:17 PM
Yup.  That's a frightening prospect.

Then again, the Scorpion Alien does share a bipedal morphology closer to a human more than it does with a scorpion which, being an arachnid, has 8 legs. 

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.toyarchive.com%2FSTAForSale%2FNEW2001%2B%2FAliens%2FFigScorpion2a.jpg&hash=01e21b806afef3927ed9f79466ca27f6fafd371a)

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Joda on Sep 16, 2016, 08:03:54 PM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 02:08:12 AM
(https://s16.postimg.io/9915kwlcl/DSCF1359aliens.jpg)


I am so sick of Neca and their defective and breakable parts. I quit.

I said this one or two years ago, but this time it's for good. I'm going to be selling a huge chunk of my collection, including both Queens.

Nothing even happened to my figures this time to convince me of this. But earlier this summer, my bedroom got flooded and I had to pack everything up and move upstairs for renovations to transpire. I was so afraid some of my Neca figures would break when I packed them away. It's not worth the fears. I fear something will break whenever I move one of their parts. Neca doesn't deserve my attention, or yours, until they get things right.

I've downgraded to Kenner. I don't regret it. They're awesome. I currently have the original Queen, Bull, Scorpion, and Gorilla, as well as Ripley and Hicks. I'm getting the rest of series 1 as well as the Mantis, Queen Face Hugger, Flying Queen, Big Chap (from Predator 2 pack) and Snake in the mail. I still need Rhino. I only want the original metallic aliens, not crap like Wild Boar and Night Cougar. I'll also get at least one more Mantis, Gorilla, Boar, and multiple Scorpion aliens and multiple Big Chaps from the Predator 2 pack. It should be sick. And at least I don't have to worry about them breaking right out of the package.

I think I'm right there with you. It's sad that I can buy toys on eBay that are over 20 years old and they hold up far better than anything NECA can manufacture currently. I still get caught up sometimes and find myself ordering a figure - but yea. When you open them, it's like handling glass. That and I always pray there isn't some severe warped deformity hidden on back side of the figure that I couldn't see before opening. And the loose joints? Don't get me started. Once I've 'limbered the figure up' to pose it, half the time it won't stay as posed because all the joints are suddenly way too loose.

It's like their figures are great to look at, just not to own...  :D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: sir_bobos on Sep 17, 2016, 12:11:41 AM
I hear ya'll on NECA. I have a couple ALIENS with broke pegs (one right after I took it out of the clam shell). Their humans seem to fair better in my experience.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi110.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fn107%2Fsir_bobos%2F20160916_183618_zpsah16njlt.jpg&hash=5d814a34a0148d3a7b0d3b763ba82dde729e4e3f) (http://s110.photobucket.com/user/sir_bobos/media/20160916_183618_zpsah16njlt.jpg.html)

Complaints on Vasquez are it looks like her boom mic tip is to big. Her butt part seems to go down a little far so rearward leg moment is limited. Adios isn't on her smartgun but I can fix that. Solid figure otherwise.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 18, 2016, 01:20:46 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Sep 16, 2016, 02:08:12 AM
(https://s16.postimg.io/9915kwlcl/DSCF1359aliens.jpg)


I am so sick of Neca and their defective and breakable parts. I quit.

I said this one or two years ago, but this time it's for good. I'm going to be selling a huge chunk of my collection, including both Queens.

Nothing even happened to my figures this time to convince me of this. But earlier this summer, my bedroom got flooded and I had to pack everything up and move upstairs for renovations to transpire. I was so afraid some of my Neca figures would break when I packed them away. It's not worth the fears. I fear something will break whenever I move one of their parts. Neca doesn't deserve my attention, or yours, until they get things right.

I've downgraded to Kenner. I don't regret it. They're awesome. I currently have the original Queen, Bull, Scorpion, and Gorilla, as well as Ripley and Hicks. I'm getting the rest of series 1 as well as the Mantis, Queen Face Hugger, Flying Queen, Big Chap (from Predator 2 pack) and Snake in the mail. I still need Rhino. I only want the original metallic aliens, not crap like Wild Boar and Night Cougar. I'll also get at least one more Mantis, Gorilla, Boar, and multiple Scorpion aliens and multiple Big Chaps from the Predator 2 pack. It should be sick. And at least I don't have to worry about them breaking right out of the package.
So sorry to hear this. The hate for NECA products seems very ubiquitous on AVPG. People get hyped up for a new release as they voice their complaints on older toys breaking or terrible unboxing experiences! It's almost as if the toys themselves decided to break out of jealousy!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: thexenomorph on Sep 20, 2016, 05:36:25 PM
Hey everybody! I think I am going to ask for Vasquez, Compression suit Ripley, the creature pack, and Dallas for Christmas! Good choices?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Joda on Sep 20, 2016, 07:21:04 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 18, 2016, 01:20:46 AM
So sorry to hear this. The hate for NECA products seems very ubiquitous on AVPG. People get hyped up for a new release as they voice their complaints on older toys breaking or terrible unboxing experiences! It's almost as if the toys themselves decided to break out of jealousy!

I liken it to Battered Wife Syndrome...  ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 21, 2016, 07:59:24 AM
It's not just here. I've seen it reported elsewhere.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Sep 21, 2016, 12:29:45 PM
The worst thing I've had happen with a Neca figure was my two first brown alien warriors.
One's leg snapped at the hip, the other its foot. The aliens I've gotten since then in the battle packs and singles have been good. I have the blue warrior, the red warrior, the Albino alien and Grid and they're all fine.

Over all my experience with Neca has been very positive.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Sep 21, 2016, 06:45:49 PM
Same here. Of course NECA stuff eventually happens to break or lack QC, I've experienced it three times over 15 figures. Yet the likenesses are awesome for the size and price, plus you can make great affordable customs out of their figures ; so frankly I've never asked more from NECA. One can be disappointed or criticize their stuff from time to time, including myself, but I can't be mad at them, their stuff is what it's worth, it's been discussed widely in another thread. Every mishap I had has been easily fixed since I treat the figures like little statues : on static display and never touch them, except fo dusting. So overall positive too, although I don't support them on every choice they make (creature pack, Newt 2-pack, series 1 Marines without helmets, etc.).

Quote from: thexenomorph on Sep 20, 2016, 05:36:25 PM
Hey everybody! I think I am going to ask for Vasquez, Compression suit Ripley, the creature pack, and Dallas for Christmas! Good choices?
The creature pack seems really overpriced and not worth it if you ask me, otherwise Dallas Vasquez and Ripley are really good looking figures (especially Vasquez, the most kick-ass likeness ever on their Alien series), these three I own and highly recommend.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Sep 21, 2016, 08:10:21 PM
Still waiting for series 9 to hit the UK. Can't be long now surely?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Sep 21, 2016, 09:03:50 PM
I know Randy has said other wise, but I'm fairly certain we'll see a Deluxe Hicks and Hudson some time in the future. Probably a $25 - $30 price tag for a helmeted original version + the helmeted battle heads.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 22, 2016, 01:28:00 PM
Quote from: Joda on Sep 20, 2016, 07:21:04 PM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 18, 2016, 01:20:46 AM
So sorry to hear this. The hate for NECA products seems very ubiquitous on AVPG. People get hyped up for a new release as they voice their complaints on older toys breaking or terrible unboxing experiences! It's almost as if the toys themselves decided to break out of jealousy!

I liken it to Battered Wife Syndrome...  ;)
Oh boy...lol
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Sep 21, 2016, 12:29:45 PM
The worst thing I've had happen with a Neca figure was my two first brown alien warriors.
One's leg snapped at the hip, the other its foot. The aliens I've gotten since then in the battle packs and singles have been good. I have the blue warrior, the red warrior, the Albino alien and Grid and they're all fine.

Over all my experience with Neca has been very positive.
Completely agree. I've had 3 joint breaks among a ton of figures, and my Powerloader fell off my shelf once and snapped the arm. Glued it back together, no problem. Also, needed to drill a slightly larger foot peg hole on jumpsuit Ripley and made one for S2 Big Chap because he was always falling over. Really can't complain as there's really no way to prevent such things. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Sep 27, 2016, 07:51:39 PM
Looks like NECA added the 1/4 translucent Big Chap to their store:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Alien-1-4-Scale-Action-Figure-Translucent-Prototype-Suit-Concept-Figure-NECA-/272391466838?hash=item3f6bcbef56
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Sep 27, 2016, 09:43:25 PM
Quote from: GQSioux on Sep 27, 2016, 07:51:39 PM
Looks like NECA added the 1/4 translucent Big Chap to their store:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Alien-1-4-Scale-Action-Figure-Translucent-Prototype-Suit-Concept-Figure-NECA-/272391466838?hash=item3f6bcbef56
What does everyone think of the 1/4 scale figures? Give me opinions.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Sep 28, 2016, 01:24:00 AM
I must say that I don't own any, but I'm not interested in them honestly.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Sep 28, 2016, 02:35:33 AM
Has the translucent big Big Chap been released? 

Either way, I'll most likely get one.  I still have to get the 'ALIENS' 22 inch tall warrior figure.  I expect it to be the weighty brute the earlier Big Chap is.

Yeah.  I like these large scale figures.  I find they're a little too expensive, though.  Serves me right for living in Australia, huh.  They're Well detailed but have a tendency to fall over due to their top heavy nature.  If you buy one and want to display it out of the box, buy a display stand to use with it.  That way, you will be able to enjoy the great range of articulation to the fullest because as they are, they need to use the tail to help stand the figure upright.

Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Sep 28, 2016, 01:24:00 AM
I must say that I don't own any, but I'm not interested in them honestly.

If NECA release a 22" inch Dog Alien, you might change your mind.  I'd buy that in a heartbeat.  At full height, it would stand close to 21/2 feet tall!  It would be F*CKING ENORMOUS!

...imagine a 22" Stompy... When fully upright, it too, would stand about that high. *SWOON*  :o

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: alienscollection.com on Sep 29, 2016, 07:56:42 PM
Konami arcade Warrior

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fcache%2Fthumbnails%2F2016%2F09%2F1200x-51629-Xeno-Warrior-Arcade--300x200.jpg&hash=2a94e55822c7a27758e288aa0b0cfffd78e4aa0f)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F09%2F1200x-51629-Xeno-Warrior-Arcade_pkg2-1024x819.jpg&hash=93cd50f3a74742139278ca175e1bb45981e0e8cd)

http://necaonline.com/2016/09/aliens-7-scale-action-figure-xenomorph-warrior-arcade-appearance/
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Sep 30, 2016, 12:16:47 AM
OH SNAP. Where is the ice blue warrior? My NECA cherry is going to blow up once I see it!

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs2.quickmeme.com%2Fimg%2F79%2F79af6b3bc5b23131ace1d835c402fa444ebd7cfc574c6b040665280337e74d7e.jpg&hash=4999cbe1afc25acfb028c8fde5b0d2327a3bd504)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Nostromo on Sep 30, 2016, 12:44:23 AM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Sep 30, 2016, 12:16:47 AM
OH SNAP. Where is the ice blue warrior? My NECA cherry is going to blow up once I see it!

http://s2.quickmeme.com/img/79/79af6b3bc5b23131ace1d835c402fa444ebd7cfc574c6b040665280337e74d7e.jpg

ROFLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL, sorry that pic is hilarious, you want it that much or ar you kidding? Either way...it's funny thx for the laugh;

PS> If you were being sarcastic, it's funnier.  ;D


(https://i.imgflip.com/1bicck.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Sep 30, 2016, 01:42:08 AM
Totally serious. That ice blue warrior is just, yeah.

The box on the Konami arcade warrior is fn sweet. It should never leave the box. Unless you get two; one to display in box and one out of box.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Sep 30, 2016, 01:51:08 AM
Quote from: alienscollection.com on Sep 29, 2016, 07:56:42 PM
Konami arcade Warrior

http://necaonline.com/wp-content/cache/thumbnails/2016/09/1200x-51629-Xeno-Warrior-Arcade--300x200.jpg

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F09%2F1200x-51629-Xeno-Warrior-Arcade_pkg2-1024x819.jpg&hash=93cd50f3a74742139278ca175e1bb45981e0e8cd)

http://necaonline.com/2016/09/aliens-7-scale-action-figure-xenomorph-warrior-arcade-appearance/

Funny to see Neca is just milking the same mold over & over with new paint schemes. If it was actually accurate to the game, it should have the smooth head. None of the Aliens in that game had ridged heads. I'd be more interested if they tackled some of the other weirder looking Aliens that appear in the game but that would consist of Neca creating a new figure all together.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Nostromo on Sep 30, 2016, 03:12:31 AM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Sep 30, 2016, 01:42:08 AM
Totally serious. That ice blue warrior is just, yeah.

The box on the Konami arcade warrior is fn sweet. It should never leave the box. Unless you get two; one to display in box and one out of box.
Common you're kidding. I don't believe you lol.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Sep 30, 2016, 03:18:38 AM
No joke man. I will def. get that ice blue warrior as my first NECA figure. For some reason, it reminds me of the old school 90s ice blue Kool-Aid drink. Probably doesn't taste good either. :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Nostromo on Sep 30, 2016, 03:21:54 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.reactiongifs.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2013%2F08%2Fthrone-of-lies.gif&hash=8c058e7c98289737687526ea3b3871e9ebec728f)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: g2vd on Sep 30, 2016, 09:53:02 AM
Quote from: alienscollection.com on Sep 29, 2016, 07:56:42 PM
Konami arcade Warrior

http://necaonline.com/wp-content/cache/thumbnails/2016/09/1200x-51629-Xeno-Warrior-Arcade--300x200.jpg

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F09%2F1200x-51629-Xeno-Warrior-Arcade_pkg2-1024x819.jpg&hash=93cd50f3a74742139278ca175e1bb45981e0e8cd)

http://necaonline.com/2016/09/aliens-7-scale-action-figure-xenomorph-warrior-arcade-appearance/
HA! that isn't fair I've been wanting to have Neca's Alien Warrior figure for months and they release yet another version of it and it's hot pink. lol. :D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Sep 30, 2016, 12:19:47 PM
Just buy it and repaint it
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Sep 30, 2016, 07:12:43 PM
Quote from: alienscollection.com on Sep 29, 2016, 07:56:42 PM
Konami arcade Warrior

http://necaonline.com/wp-content/cache/thumbnails/2016/09/1200x-51629-Xeno-Warrior-Arcade--300x200.jpg

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F09%2F1200x-51629-Xeno-Warrior-Arcade_pkg2-1024x819.jpg&hash=93cd50f3a74742139278ca175e1bb45981e0e8cd)

http://necaonline.com/2016/09/aliens-7-scale-action-figure-xenomorph-warrior-arcade-appearance/

I wonder if they're going to do other designs from that game, like the zombies or the big bubble Alien?

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hardcoregaming101.net%2Fkonamirunnguns%2Faliens-11.png&hash=d261e0e660c0da9d4cd775e141d3f0c8fa97b779)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Sep 30, 2016, 07:34:34 PM
Quote from: Born Of Cold Light on Sep 30, 2016, 07:12:43 PM
Quote from: alienscollection.com on Sep 29, 2016, 07:56:42 PM
Konami arcade Warrior

http://necaonline.com/wp-content/cache/thumbnails/2016/09/1200x-51629-Xeno-Warrior-Arcade--300x200.jpg

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F09%2F1200x-51629-Xeno-Warrior-Arcade_pkg2-1024x819.jpg&hash=93cd50f3a74742139278ca175e1bb45981e0e8cd)

http://necaonline.com/2016/09/aliens-7-scale-action-figure-xenomorph-warrior-arcade-appearance/

I wonder if they're going to do other designs from that game, like the zombies or the big bubble Alien?

http://www.hardcoregaming101.net/konamirunnguns/aliens-11.png

Yea that's what I'm talking about! I'd rather them tackle some of the weirder designs from the game rather than just repaint the same mold.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Oct 02, 2016, 11:31:24 PM
Quote from: XenoZipper on Sep 30, 2016, 07:34:34 PM
Quote from: Born Of Cold Light on Sep 30, 2016, 07:12:43 PM
Quote from: alienscollection.com on Sep 29, 2016, 07:56:42 PM
Konami arcade Warrior

http://necaonline.com/wp-content/cache/thumbnails/2016/09/1200x-51629-Xeno-Warrior-Arcade--300x200.jpg

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F09%2F1200x-51629-Xeno-Warrior-Arcade_pkg2-1024x819.jpg&hash=93cd50f3a74742139278ca175e1bb45981e0e8cd)

http://necaonline.com/2016/09/aliens-7-scale-action-figure-xenomorph-warrior-arcade-appearance/

I wonder if they're going to do other designs from that game, like the zombies or the big bubble Alien?

http://www.hardcoregaming101.net/konamirunnguns/aliens-11.png

Yea that's what I'm talking about! I'd rather them tackle some of the weirder designs from the game rather than just repaint the same mold.
One of those is substantially cheaper and more cost-effective than the other, which is why they keep doing it (and evidently, people keep buying it).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: XenoZipper on Oct 02, 2016, 11:50:17 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Oct 02, 2016, 11:31:24 PM
Quote from: XenoZipper on Sep 30, 2016, 07:34:34 PM
Quote from: Born Of Cold Light on Sep 30, 2016, 07:12:43 PM
Quote from: alienscollection.com on Sep 29, 2016, 07:56:42 PM
Konami arcade Warrior

http://necaonline.com/wp-content/cache/thumbnails/2016/09/1200x-51629-Xeno-Warrior-Arcade--300x200.jpg

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F09%2F1200x-51629-Xeno-Warrior-Arcade_pkg2-1024x819.jpg&hash=93cd50f3a74742139278ca175e1bb45981e0e8cd)

http://necaonline.com/2016/09/aliens-7-scale-action-figure-xenomorph-warrior-arcade-appearance/

I wonder if they're going to do other designs from that game, like the zombies or the big bubble Alien?

http://www.hardcoregaming101.net/konamirunnguns/aliens-11.png

Yea that's what I'm talking about! I'd rather them tackle some of the weirder designs from the game rather than just repaint the same mold.
One of those is substantially cheaper and more cost-effective than the other, which is why they keep doing it (and evidently, people keep buying it).

Yea it's easy to see why they keep repainting the same mold. Doesn't change my opinion though. I'm not one of those that keeps buying because all I see is the same figure. Others may be made out of money to do so but I'm not.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 03, 2016, 09:23:09 AM
I probably wont buy it but I dig it. I know it's just a repaint but it's still pretty cool.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Oct 07, 2016, 02:44:46 PM
Still no sign of Series 9 hitting the UK. Seems like it's been out in the us for months now.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Oct 07, 2016, 04:36:11 PM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/784402883563446272
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Oct 07, 2016, 07:07:13 PM
Ooooh, I hope that's the Defiance praetorian!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 07, 2016, 07:11:39 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CuLCQxiXYAAAEzE.jpg:large)

It's definitely a Praetorian of some variety! Looks a lil' too small to be from AvP 2010 so Defiance might be a good shout!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Oct 08, 2016, 07:03:35 AM
It looks to me like NECA is really going to go the distance with these lines
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Oct 08, 2016, 02:58:47 PM
Indeed, 3 figures per series and 2-3 series a year isn't much. And just look at their Predator line... I mean, there are so many more characters / xenos to do with Alien series that IMO it'll last a few years. Let's hope this delay helps to convince some of the iconic human characters to give away their likenesses to NECA, so we could have never seen figures ::). After the Sigourney bomb, Vasquez and Frost were the icing on the cake. Hope we're not done with good surprises like these.

Any news of Lambert in suit by the way ?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Oct 08, 2016, 07:59:02 PM
I don't know about characters from the movies, I'd like to have the whole squad but I'd be happy enough with just Drake.
I'd really like to see the characters from AVP2010 eventually. It's debatable weather or not Neca will just do new heads on the older bodies instead of doing the updated armor and helmets, but I could live with that. I'd really like to see Katya and the Combat Androids.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Oct 08, 2016, 11:50:27 PM
It's pretty much been confirmed by Tristan Jones to be his Defiance Alien

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FMobile%2520Uploads%2Fimage_28.jpg&hash=8a453b5b1a59eabbae52d310d8f5a00f9123b15c)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Oct 09, 2016, 01:03:48 AM
Lambert will be pre-order for me. 

As soon as the figure is announced as available. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Oct 09, 2016, 01:12:34 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Oct 08, 2016, 11:50:27 PM
It's pretty much been confirmed by Tristan Jones to be his Defiance Alien

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FMobile%2520Uploads%2Fimage_28.jpg&hash=8a453b5b1a59eabbae52d310d8f5a00f9123b15c)

I was so excited when I saw that on Twitter! I was almost about to order the Hiya Toys Spitter as a stand-in for the Defiance praetorian.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Oct 09, 2016, 08:47:57 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Oct 09, 2016, 01:03:48 AM
Lambert will be pre-order for me. 
As soon as the figure is announced as available.
I might be waiting on this one, nothing certain. I mean, the suit is ok, but I'm mostly dreaming of a version in her Nostromo apparel with the cowgirl boots ^^. I hope they'd do that.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Prez on Oct 09, 2016, 12:31:54 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Oct 07, 2016, 07:11:39 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CuLCQxiXYAAAEzE.jpg:large)

It's definitely a Praetorian of some variety! Looks a lil' too small to be from AvP 2010 so Defiance might be a good shout!

Tristan just confirmed it's the big guy from Extravehicular to be part of Neca's series 11.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BLVxf2gj2Al/?taken-by=tyrannojones
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Rzor on Oct 09, 2016, 07:24:32 PM
If anyone has a screenshot of the Xeno from that Defiance issue, can you please post it? :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Oct 10, 2016, 04:02:56 PM
Quote from: Rzor on Oct 09, 2016, 07:24:32 PM
If anyone has a screenshot of the Xeno from that Defiance issue, can you please post it? :)

That design only exists in the digital copy and I can't find a picture anywhere. The comic is free online and you can read it at this link:https://digital.darkhorse.com/profile/6796.free-comic-book-day-2016-serenity/ (https://digital.darkhorse.com/profile/6796.free-comic-book-day-2016-serenity/)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Oct 10, 2016, 04:05:40 PM
I'll have to see how it differs from the print version, I never got around to checking it before.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Oct 10, 2016, 04:14:34 PM
I have a pic from the print version in the literature forum in case you don't have it  ;)

http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=53371.1005 (http://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=53371.1005)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Oct 10, 2016, 04:17:51 PM
I do, I just never compared it to the digital version!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 11, 2016, 07:56:15 AM
Not the best effort but...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Oct 11, 2016, 12:45:25 PM
I feel like the crown part of its head would look better if it was black like the body.
When the figure comes out I might end up repainting that part of it
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Oct 11, 2016, 01:28:22 PM
I actually think the original version is pretty great. The revised alien though I would agree, it kinda looks off somehow.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Oct 11, 2016, 04:10:33 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Oct 11, 2016, 07:56:15 AMNot the best effort but...

Thanks Corporal!

I wonder if Ridley had anything to do with the alteration? Has it been addressed why it was changed?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 11, 2016, 06:43:48 PM
I can't remember the exact wording but it was due to them using the smooth-headed design in Covenant.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Rzor on Oct 13, 2016, 07:50:39 PM
Cool, thanks for posting the pics everyone!

Question: is this head design similar enough to the Colonial Marines Spitter Xeno, that they can just add some side projections and offer as a repaint? Or do you think a Spitter would require all new tooling?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Oct 13, 2016, 09:39:55 PM
I think that depends on the underside of the crown. The spitter had those sacks there
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Oct 18, 2016, 04:15:32 PM
I recently stopped in the local TRU and found the following figures below. If anyone is interested, PM me and I will try my best to get em for you.

Alien Ripley in compression suit (1 left)
Aliens Ripley (426 day) - They would have these 6 months AFTER I asked for them :P
Alien 3 Ripley (1 left)
Aliens Vazquez and Frost
Aliens albino drone
Alien 3 Dog Alien (brown only)
AVP Alien thermal vision warrior
Aliens creature pack (huggers and bursters, 1 left)
Alien cage free eggs pack
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Oct 18, 2016, 07:56:58 PM
This big boy just arrived:

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14681819_10153851597910474_3908977383672854939_n.jpg?oh=70b9eef31202a832c0a8aa9bf27de171&oe=589F63DA)

Will open later.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Oct 19, 2016, 05:31:38 AM
my haul from last week
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FPA130507_zpshxwyijwx.jpg&hash=f2229cb64e43bfe058f0324eb11c7d5545f771da) (http://s1088.photobucket.com/user/TH3_BOOGEYMAN/media/TOY%20BOX/PA130507_zpshxwyijwx.jpg.html)

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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Oct 19, 2016, 06:14:46 AM
Love this.  This is great:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FPA180555_zpsae9lytd8.jpg&hash=d2214343e45e09f63668c77e6d158678d3dca124)

At least one of them could be holding a smartgun.  That would be sweet!

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Prez on Oct 19, 2016, 08:35:15 AM
@LAWNMOWERMAN

Wow. Either you're loaded, won the lottery or have no kids or mortgage with all that swag ... Hahahahaha :-)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Oct 19, 2016, 12:12:45 PM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fs1088.photobucket.com%2Fuser%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2Fmedia%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FPA170508_zpsd4dwt9zd.jpg.html&hash=7833b0660d9cf85fc89e945430ce52fbf25ccfa8)
Holy SHIT!  :o That´s some xeno pack! AWESOME
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Oct 19, 2016, 12:40:27 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Oct 19, 2016, 06:14:46 AM
Love this.  This is great:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1088.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fi331%2FTH3_BOOGEYMAN%2FTOY%2520BOX%2FPA180555_zpsae9lytd8.jpg&hash=d2214343e45e09f63668c77e6d158678d3dca124)
Looks like the Weyland Commandos did what no one else could: Kill Jason Voorhees. Anyone else see it? :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Oct 19, 2016, 06:36:06 PM
(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/14642453_10153853938545474_2563102936288557352_n.jpg?oh=986756a215eea41c776767a311b3cdce&oe=5863E805)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Oct 19, 2016, 06:51:19 PM
"WHY WON'T YOU LOVE ME?!!!"
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Oct 19, 2016, 09:24:19 PM
Ah... the quarter scale translucent alien. 

How well does it stand?  I found the original to be weighty and top heavy.  Nice figure, though. 

It's on my ever expanding wish list.  Dammit.   Right now, I could easily blow $1000 on action figures and not care about eating for a month or two.  Except being hungry for that long isn't all that appealing.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Oct 19, 2016, 10:51:14 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Oct 19, 2016, 09:24:19 PM
Ah... the quarter scale translucent alien. 

How well does it stand?  I found the original to be weighty and top heavy.  Nice figure, though. 

It's on my ever expanding wish list.  Dammit.   Right now, I could easily blow $1000 on action figures and not care about eating for a month or two.  Except being hungry for that long isn't all that appealing.

-Windebieste.

I haven't had a chance to mess with it too much yet. I got back late last night, quickly opened it and did that squatting pose. I do have a couple of extra Kaiser Doll stands, so I will probably use that to prop it up later.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Oct 19, 2016, 11:30:26 PM
Ah.  I completely understand your excitement.  More photos, please.  It's really hard to judge the scale of the figure in that one.   That asshole is enormous and should stand up to almost 2 feet!  lol.   It's hard to appreciate the true size in that photo. 

Can you take some photographs of it propped up on some kitchen benching with the kettle, cups and other items nearby to really show off it's true size?  Any everyday items nearby the figure will do!  Kitchens are ideal.

Yeah...  Gotta get myself one of these.  ...and some stands.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Oct 19, 2016, 11:59:49 PM
I'll try to get some soon. I'll take photos next to come of the smaller figures, kind of like I did here:

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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Morose on Oct 20, 2016, 01:03:30 AM
The collection is huge GQSioux.

Reminds me of alien genocide.

Just asking, have you ever noticed that the ball joint on the red queen's neck is different then the aliens queen?

I've noticed this difference with several of the NECA queens.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Oct 20, 2016, 07:19:37 AM
Woah, I had no idea that there were red Genocide Aliens using the Big Chap and runner designs!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Oct 20, 2016, 07:23:53 AM
Yup. They come in a twin pack; and they're on the neverending wishlist, too.  *sigh*

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Oct 20, 2016, 06:22:47 PM
He's definitely a big boy.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fscontent.cdninstagram.com%2Ft51.2885-15%2Fsh0.08%2Fe35%2Fp750x750%2F14714554_1785745691700675_8548178593530773504_n.jpg%3Fig_cache_key%3DMTM2NTA2MTA4MjUzOTkwOTkzNg%253D%253D.2&hash=083ca304b20c12d6eb29f94f4795d1610132efe4)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fscontent.cdninstagram.com%2Ft51.2885-15%2Fsh0.08%2Fe35%2Fp750x750%2F14676479_1789820987923792_1140111597142802432_n.jpg%3Fig_cache_key%3DMTM2NTQyOTk1OTM4ODI0NjYwMw%253D%253D.2&hash=ed2ea6454f55e30f74bf195df3a1bbe77db877d3)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Oct 20, 2016, 08:55:49 PM
Ya. That thing is enormous. 

In fact, the quotes "This son of a bitch is huge! I mean, it's like a man; it's... it's big! " and "The big motherf**ker will eat you alive" come to mind.  One feature I particularly love about this figure is how all the wonderful detail just pops right out on the light coloured casting and finish.  I'm definitely going to have to get one of these. 

Thanks for posting the photos.  Appreciated!

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Oct 21, 2016, 07:13:27 AM
I'm looking for a display stand for my 2015 NECA 1/4 scale original Alien.Something strong and reliable for long-term display.Any recommendations? Thanks.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Oct 21, 2016, 07:25:08 AM
Detolf from Ikea is a good display for reasonable price.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Oct 21, 2016, 07:36:41 AM
Thanks.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Rzor on Oct 21, 2016, 09:50:35 PM
Another look at the work in progress sentry gun by NECA
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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Oct 21, 2016, 10:28:41 PM
That is one bad ass accessory! :o
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Oct 23, 2016, 01:17:39 AM
Yeah, I'm super excited for this accessory pack...

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FMobile%2520Uploads%2Fimage_36.jpg&hash=f738f027a9e3c2c37816464dc9a8437c303d503f)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Oct 24, 2016, 03:48:33 PM
Finally got Vasquez. Best Marine figure by miles. Starting to think though thats pretty much the must haves for me all done now.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Oct 24, 2016, 10:13:37 PM
You sayin' you're too good for Spunkmeyer?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Oct 25, 2016, 11:38:44 PM
Hmmm...I'd feel a bit sorry for her on display with no drop ship. ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Oct 26, 2016, 11:25:26 AM
Quote from: drsmuts on Oct 25, 2016, 11:38:44 PM
Hmmm...I'd feel a bit sorry for her on display with no drop ship. ;D

Thats Ferro lol. Spunkmeyer's the other Pilot lol
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Oct 27, 2016, 08:31:09 AM
Quote from: Whiskeybrewer on Oct 26, 2016, 11:25:26 AM
Quote from: drsmuts on Oct 25, 2016, 11:38:44 PM
Hmmm...I'd feel a bit sorry for her on display with no drop ship. ;D

Thats Ferro lol. Spunkmeyer's the other Pilot lol

Whoops...brain fart!

"Goddamit....."
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Oct 27, 2016, 10:01:22 AM
Quote from: drsmuts on Oct 27, 2016, 08:31:09 AM
Quote from: Whiskeybrewer on Oct 26, 2016, 11:25:26 AM
Quote from: drsmuts on Oct 25, 2016, 11:38:44 PM
Hmmm...I'd feel a bit sorry for her on display with no drop ship. ;D

Thats Ferro lol. Spunkmeyer's the other Pilot lol

Whoops...brain fart!

"Goddamit....."

:laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Oct 27, 2016, 01:14:40 PM
I'll hand my fan card in at the door.  ;D

Still, as long as we get a casual uniform Captain Texas from Alien....... ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 29, 2016, 07:59:05 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cv4Ey2gWIAASMVs.jpg)

QuoteSeries 10 Queen Facehugger Kenner homage - you're getting 2 in one set!
#facehuggerfriday (unpainted test shots shown)

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/792075893816561665
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Divine Avenger on Oct 29, 2016, 09:32:38 PM
Isn't NECA going to release the "SMALLER" version of the Series 10 Queen Facehugger in an upcoming creature pack, the one that will have the juvenile queen?  If so I might just skip this one as I am not too interested in the larger Kenner Homage one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Oct 30, 2016, 07:05:41 AM
No doubt they will. When the first pictures of series 8 appeared, they also teased some kind of a "queen" chestburster (way too huge IMO) that has not been released yet. So because these two are queen-related, I wouldn't be surprised if NECA made another creature pack with this burster and super facehugger in a realistic paint scheme (no translucent Kenner-like).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 05, 2016, 09:20:39 AM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CwcZxWZXEAEMgbx.jpg:large)

QuoteThe blister layout for the Gorilla Alien
2 domes, facehugger, & comic book!
#facehuggerfriday. Unpainted test shots shown, not final

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/794632200071286788

I'm really looking forward to this series!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Nov 07, 2016, 01:38:53 PM
I wonder if the huggers will be painted to go with the Aliens they come with.
I really like the idea of Neca releasing different eggs with different styled huggers
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Nov 07, 2016, 01:54:23 PM
If you were to tell me 20 years ago that an action figure company would be making these quality remakes/new/debut figures of my favorite sci-fi movie series, I don't think I would believe it. We are def. spoiled this day and age. Makes you wonder what will be out 20 years from now... ??? 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The Comic Collector J on Nov 07, 2016, 02:11:41 PM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Nov 07, 2016, 01:54:23 PM
If you were to tell me 20 years ago that an action figure company would be making these quality remakes/new/debut figures of my favorite sci-fi movie series, I don't think I would believe it. We are def. spoiled this day and age. Makes you wonder what will be out 20 years from now... ???

Completely agree. What a time to be alive. People are so critical on figures now, do people not remember what they used to look like and the price attached to the figures?

"The blister layout for the Gorilla Alien 2 domes, facehugger, & comic book!"

So we will get a comic book with the purchase? Like the Kenner toys?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Nov 07, 2016, 03:09:31 PM
The other Kenner tributes came with the comics, when applicable.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Nov 18, 2016, 01:09:49 AM
Dat blue Alien..!

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.figures.com%2Fwordpress%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F07%2F4795-816x612.jpg&hash=3a4d2d9b26eb0586641f498532897ba72ca2e194)

Has there been any information released about it?  I thought it was going to be included in Series 10... but I've not seen nor heard anything about it. 

I don't mind when it gets released.  Well, I do, actually.  Just so long as it's not going to be released as some ridiculous Comic Con exclusive, then I'm good with it. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Nov 18, 2016, 04:02:42 AM
The Ice Blue Alien is certainly going to pop my NECA cherry, still awaiting info as well... :D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Nov 18, 2016, 05:10:29 PM
Any idea when the Kenner tributes are scheduled to ship? I have the Gorilla and Mantis pre-ordered, and I'm dying to get my hands on them!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Nov 18, 2016, 09:31:16 PM
What, no love for the Queen Facehugger?  :'( ;)

According to Forbidden Planet they're scheduled to ship on the 27th of this month, so I guess still "imminently". Whether or not they get pushed back slightly though, who knows? But it seems like they should be out pretty soon.

As for the blue Kenner Alien he's apparently going to be part of Series 11, along with Lambert and the Defiance Alien.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Nov 19, 2016, 03:34:06 AM
C'mon... NECA's upcoming Bambi Burster.  You know you want it.  I do.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cxl55CFWgAAA4-D.jpg:large)

MORE INFORMATION (http://news.toyark.com/2016/11/18/neca-alien-3-bambi-burster-articulation-teaser-231166)

[EDiT] Just did a quick assessment on my want list.  I won't be getting much change out of AU$800 as it is if I wanted to purchase everything on it; and that's just on catching up on already released action figures that I haven't been able to buy just yet. 

I dread what NECA has planned for 'ALIEN: Covenant' when it's released.  Oh, my aching wallet... lol.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Nov 19, 2016, 06:12:54 AM
I'll bet there'll be a variation of the Bambi Burster made available-one clean and another blood-stained.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Nov 20, 2016, 12:16:00 PM
Heck, they really catched it, I'm tempted !
That being said, looks like it's gonna be a very tiny figure especially if it's scaled for the dog version of the movie. Hope the price would be in accordance with the size, but more likely I think it's not coming alone (creature pack or something like that).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Nov 21, 2016, 01:11:09 PM
I see it being part of a creature pack as well. Maybe it'll come in the same one as the queen burster?
I'm not sure how many more movie-cannon related creature packs they could do though.

I'd really like to see them do some of the face huggers from the unused Prometheus script. If I remember correctly there was an armored one that I'd really like to see made.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Nov 21, 2016, 02:50:33 PM
I can see a resurrection clone pack coming, maybe a deluxe set of the newborn birth scene as well. And most likely a bunch of wild shit,  One can hope  something out of the Capcom game 8)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Nov 21, 2016, 08:26:34 PM
I figure by the time Series 12 is released, NECA will be announcing their lineup of 'ALIEN: Covenant' figures.   We'll see those released sometime in August next year to accompany the new movie - I'll be very surprised if they show us anything before then; especially any Aliens themselves.  Human characters, yeah.  Sure.  Not so much the critters from the movie prior to release.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 22, 2016, 09:19:56 AM
When are we expecting 10 and 11 to come out?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Nov 22, 2016, 09:32:46 AM
When they're ready, I guess.  In the past, NECA have announced release dates and ended up releasing product some months later.  So even if they have already announced such dates, I always take it with a grain of salt and treat it as an estimate. 

They'll get there.  They always do.

Mind you, I am guessing right now they're tooling up for a big production run on the 'ALIEN: Covenant' stuff.  You can believe it's a safe bet that line will be released on time to coincide with the movie and optimise sales. 

I am sooo looking forward to what they have to offer. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Prez on Nov 22, 2016, 09:59:01 AM
I'm curious about the pricing and availability of the 30th Anniversary Ripley/Newt combo pack.

Here in Australia I've seen prices of $AUD90 which seems rather steep (most other Neca figures are around the $AUD30-40 mark).

Also has anyone bought any Neca figurines off Aliexpress.com? Are these legit or cheap rip offs?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Nov 22, 2016, 11:02:24 AM
I'm not so sure about that site.  I have have seen Kotobukiya stuff being palmed off as NECA once before. 

As far as local retailers go, the $90 for the Ripley and Newt 2x pack is standard from what I have seen.  Compare that to the price of NECA's 'AvP' Kenner tribute 2x pack, the Grid vs Celtic 2x pack and the red Big Chap and Dog Alien 2x pack, each of which have an average price point of around $99.  So, of the lot, the 2x pack of Rippers and Newt are the cheapest. 

You can always buy overseas; but once you factor in postage, you'll have evened out the costs - and made it more difficult to manage any returns should the need arise.  I think that would be a problem with aliexpress.com as well.  I think they ship from China.

Bummer, I know.  But that's what we get for being a bunch of dingleberries hanging off of the Ass End of the World. lol.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Prez on Nov 22, 2016, 12:09:21 PM
HAHAHA. I know eh ;-)

I've used Aliexpress before with hit and miss results.

Neca products aren't the easiest to come by over here in Oz.

I actually only realised recently that my AvP figurines (Grid Alien & Scar Predator) are actually from the old Spawn range.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Nov 22, 2016, 01:46:32 PM
I've noticed with NECA (and most 1:6 companies) the release date doesn't necessarily mean for the country you're in.
The release dates posted on Neca's site and other online retailers tend to be closer to the Hong Kong date. I'm in the US so usually I end up seeing them actually in stock online/in stores 2-3 weeks after HK gets them.

NECA's dates have been more than a bit off recently though
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 24, 2016, 12:18:07 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Nov 21, 2016, 08:26:34 PM
I figure by the time Series 12 is released, NECA will be announcing their lineup of 'ALIEN: Covenant' figures.   We'll see those released sometime in August next year to accompany the new movie - I'll be very surprised if they show us anything before then; especially any Aliens themselves.  Human characters, yeah.  Sure.  Not so much the critters from the movie prior to release.

-Windebieste.

Speaking off. Randy's comments re: the change in release date.

Quoteice of them to let us know. Not like we paid for a license or developed product around the theatrical release or anything...🙄

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/801578063259701249
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Nov 24, 2016, 03:17:42 AM
That's interesting. I wonder if the other companies doing licensed stuff, like Titan Books, were similarly unaware of the change.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 30, 2016, 09:09:31 AM
Sounds like the release date change has played havoc with their schedules. Lambert is now coming out after Covenant figures. Covvie figures are coming out around release.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Dec 01, 2016, 10:37:14 PM
So I wonder why will are still yet to see a 'Resurrection' Alien.

I am waiting on it to complete my set of the Aliens from the 4 movies
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Dec 01, 2016, 10:43:05 PM
Quote from: Russ840 on Dec 01, 2016, 10:37:14 PM
So I wonder why will are still yet to see a 'Resurrection' Alien.

I am waiting on it to complete my set of the Aliens from the 4 movies

I'd LOVE a 1/4 Scale Resurrection Warrior.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Dec 01, 2016, 11:02:22 PM
Quote from: GQSioux on Dec 01, 2016, 10:43:05 PM
Quote from: Russ840 on Dec 01, 2016, 10:37:14 PM
So I wonder why will are still yet to see a 'Resurrection' Alien.

I am waiting on it to complete my set of the Aliens from the 4 movies

I'd LOVE a 1/4 Scale Resurrection Warrior.

I love the design when isolated to that movie. I hated it being used in the ago films and some of the games.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Dec 02, 2016, 10:13:04 AM
Quote from: Russ840 on Dec 01, 2016, 10:37:14 PMSo I wonder why will are still yet to see a 'Resurrection' Alien.

They did a whole Resurrection series back when the film came out.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 02, 2016, 10:33:14 AM
I think he means from NECA.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Dec 02, 2016, 11:16:11 AM
Was that not NECA?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 02, 2016, 11:36:20 AM
The 'ALIEN: Resurrection' series of action figures was made by Kenner; who at the time was owned by Hasbro.  It was the last time Kenner made any Alien figures.   Hasbro shut down Kenner in 2000.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 02, 2016, 11:37:35 AM
McFarlane's did a Resurrection figure back around 02 as well.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 02, 2016, 11:41:27 AM
Doesn't surprise me McFarlane made one.  Has there been an 'ALIEN: Resurrection' figures since then?  Kotobukiya, maybe..?  I really haven't paid any attention to merchandise based on that movie. I'm guessing we're long overdue for some to appear.  NECA may do so one day.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 02, 2016, 11:41:49 AM
I think they've said they will be.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 02, 2016, 11:44:55 AM
I'd be surprised if they don't.  After all, 'ALIEN: Resurrection' is the only 'ALIEN' movie not represented in their line up and it's easily more popular than 'AvP-R' whose figures are ridiculously expensive now.  Wow... Try and buy an unopened Alien Hybrid for under $100! 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 02, 2016, 12:08:14 PM
They've done the AvP Aliens and they're essentially the same mold so...

I still have my Alien Warrior and PredAlien from NECA's first wave of AvPR figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Dec 02, 2016, 01:23:13 PM
Speaking of AVP-R, I'd love an updated Predalien with better articulation.

I'm really hoping once they've finished with the movies they'll go on to AVP2010. That Predalien was great looking imo
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Dec 02, 2016, 01:57:53 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Dec 02, 2016, 01:23:13 PM
Speaking of AVP-R, I'd love an updated Predalien with better articulation.

I'm really hoping once they've finished with the movies they'll go on to AVP2010. That Predalien was great looking imo

The trouble with the Predalien figure is the pose is so awkward it´s a pain in the ass to leave it fixed without falling and yes, I hope someday NECA would release a decent model of the predalien. Great looking but awful articulation and pose.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Dec 02, 2016, 03:03:58 PM
With all due respect fellow fans, Randy Falk of NECA runs their Twitter account and is always answering fan questions. "Are you remaking the AvPR Wolf/Predalien/figures?" comes up practically once every other day. YES they are remaking them. YES they will have the newer body types with lots of articulation. WHEN? Probably not until 2018.

If you don't already have a Twitter, I would say sign up for an account JUST to follow NECA if nothing else. https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Dec 02, 2016, 03:22:38 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 02, 2016, 11:36:20 AMThe 'ALIEN: Resurrection' series of action figures was made by Kenner; who at the time was owned by Hasbro.

Ah right! Mixing up my manufacturers. Thanks for correcting me!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Dec 03, 2016, 12:01:40 AM
Both Hasbro and McFarlane did A:R alien. I have one from McFarlane, it was my first alien along with P2 predator. I love them both, yet the difference is visible when compared to NECA product.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 03, 2016, 12:52:41 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Dec 02, 2016, 01:23:13 PM
Speaking of AVP-R, I'd love an updated Predalien with better articulation.

Some time back, NECA tweeted an image of a figure for people to guess.  It was an extreme close up of Predalien 'dreadlocks'.  It's a hint of things to come. 

Quote from: Gridseeker on Dec 02, 2016, 01:57:53 PM
The trouble with the Predalien figure is the pose is so awkward it´s a pain in the ass to leave it fixed without falling and yes, I hope someday NECA would release a decent model of the predalien. Great looking but awful articulation and pose.

Great looking figure but, yes.  Unfortunately, the default stance of their first Hybrid was pretty bad.  It was more or less locked into that stance by the bog standard articulation of the rotating hips and cut joints at the thighs.  Nothing below that.  No movement at the knees or ankles so its posability is very restricted.  The arms were ok but it always amazed me that there was no articulation at the elbow.  lol.  The tail was the most movable part due to its flexible wire core.

Definitely  a figure I would buy again if it was reissued with updated points of articulation. 

Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Dec 02, 2016, 03:03:58 PM
With all due respect fellow fans, Randy Falk of NECA runs their Twitter account and is always answering fan questions. "Are you remaking the AvPR Wolf/Predalien/figures?" comes up practically once every other day. YES they are remaking them. YES they will have the newer body types with lots of articulation. WHEN? Probably not until 2018.

If you don't already have a Twitter, I would say sign up for an account JUST to follow NECA if nothing else. https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS

I figure NECA have their work cut out for them during 2017.  They'll be heavily involved in pumping out merch for 'ALIEN: Covenant' so 2018 sounds like a reasonable time frame to return their attention to other movies.

I can wait

Quote from: HuDaFuK on Dec 02, 2016, 03:22:38 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 02, 2016, 11:36:20 AMThe 'ALIEN: Resurrection' series of action figures was made by Kenner; who at the time was owned by Hasbro.

Ah right! Mixing up my manufacturers. Thanks for correcting me!

Easy to do.  Especially when one company is owned by another.  Kenner is actually great example of how confusing it can get.  The company was owned at different times by General Mills, Tonka and Hasbro; and manufactured varied ranges of 'ALIEN' products during the ownership of each of these different parent companies.   

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Dec 08, 2016, 12:03:43 AM
(https://scontent.cdninstagram.com/t51.2885-15/s640x640/sh0.08/e35/15046945_1500898199926449_5609410778168819712_n.jpg?ig_cache_key=MTM4MjkzNzAxMDkyNjMwMjg3NA%3D%3D.2)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 08, 2016, 01:14:59 AM
Aw, yeah!  Definitely wanna get meself one of them glow in the dark serpents.  Noooice.  ;D

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Dec 08, 2016, 01:17:17 AM
I got to see one up close in TRU, it did look really neat. Not Ice Blue cool tho. ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 08, 2016, 08:43:41 AM
Quote from: GQSioux on Dec 08, 2016, 12:03:43 AM
(https://scontent.cdninstagram.com/t51.2885-15/s640x640/sh0.08/e35/15046945_1500898199926449_5609410778168819712_n.jpg?ig_cache_key=MTM4MjkzNzAxMDkyNjMwMjg3NA%3D%3D.2)

Hot damn! That is sexy. I know they churn out variants but damn, NECA has a great eye for them.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Dec 08, 2016, 10:05:09 AM
Is that meant to be Pred Xeno vision, or whatever the technical term for that is?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 08, 2016, 10:07:43 AM
Yeah, Xeno-vision variant.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Dec 08, 2016, 01:52:17 PM
I do really like the look.
Do the joints hold up good? My original Grid fell apart out of the box and I haven't picked up an AVP Xeno since   :-\
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Dec 08, 2016, 08:36:52 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Dec 08, 2016, 01:52:17 PM
I do really like the look.
Do the joints hold up good? My original Grid fell apart out of the box and I haven't picked up an AVP Xeno since   :-\

It's actually very sturdy and I have not had issues with any of the joints.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Born Of Cold Light on Dec 09, 2016, 07:11:39 PM
Quote from: GQSioux on Dec 08, 2016, 12:03:43 AM
(https://scontent.cdninstagram.com/t51.2885-15/s640x640/sh0.08/e35/15046945_1500898199926449_5609410778168819712_n.jpg?ig_cache_key=MTM4MjkzNzAxMDkyNjMwMjg3NA%3D%3D.2)

It's fitting that this and discussion of the old Resurrection figures come up as the same time, as this figure very much reminds me of this special edition toy:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alienscollection.com%2Fgcalien.gif&hash=d6d564da56fbadb2a1b600b8b319cf4de65709e9)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Dec 11, 2016, 12:34:20 AM
In hand pics of gorilla alien.

https://twitter.com/CobraShadowJoes/status/807618575137697792

It's very apparent now that this is just the warrior alien with new forearms, head, and tail tip.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Dec 11, 2016, 03:42:24 AM
Quote from: DaddyYautja on Dec 11, 2016, 12:34:20 AM
In hand pics of gorilla alien.

https://twitter.com/CobraShadowJoes/status/807618575137697792

It's very apparent now that this is just the warrior alien with new forearms, head, and tail tip.
Is this an observation or a complaint? Either way, it's a smart use of the existing molds.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Dec 11, 2016, 05:01:04 AM
Quote from: PRJ_since1990 on Dec 11, 2016, 03:42:24 AM
Quote from: DaddyYautja on Dec 11, 2016, 12:34:20 AM
In hand pics of gorilla alien.

https://twitter.com/CobraShadowJoes/status/807618575137697792

It's very apparent now that this is just the warrior alien with new forearms, head, and tail tip.
Is this an observation or a complaint? Either way, it's a smart use of the existing molds.

Both, cause that doesnt look anything like the Kenner version.  It looks, well, like they grabbed the warrior alien, slapped a couple new pieces and called it Gorilla alien. It's not like the Mantis that looks like they were actively trying to create an upgraded design.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Dec 12, 2016, 06:47:33 PM
The Space Jockey foam replica is up on NECA's eBay store and it's a whopping $299.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Aliens-Foam-Prop-Replica-Space-Jockey-NECA-/252675314910?hash=item3ad49f54de (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Aliens-Foam-Prop-Replica-Space-Jockey-NECA-/252675314910?hash=item3ad49f54de)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 12, 2016, 07:42:17 PM
Quote from: GQSioux on Dec 12, 2016, 06:47:33 PM
The Space Jockey foam replica is up on NECA's eBay store and it's a whopping $299.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Aliens-Foam-Prop-Replica-Space-Jockey-NECA-/252675314910?hash=item3ad49f54de (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Aliens-Foam-Prop-Replica-Space-Jockey-NECA-/252675314910?hash=item3ad49f54de)

Ouch. That's outside my price range for that. How does that compare to some of the other busts?

And the Series 10 gallery is up! http://necaonline.com/2016/12/closer-look-aliens-series-10-kenner-tribute-action-figures/?utm_campaign=AlienS10bloggallery&utm_source=necaIGFB&utm_medium=social
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 12, 2016, 09:54:02 PM
For less than twice this price, one can buy the Sideshow Maquette Jockey that is full polystone, more accurate and better painted, not to mention quite the same size. Come on NECA...

Something interesting about this Space Jockey though is the third Norstomo crew in a suit next to it that appears to be Lambert. Pic is small, but the colors of the suit can't be mistaken, also it's not clear to see, but I guess there's a kind of a grin on her face, not a neutral expression.

http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/g60AAOSwEzxYSxW0/s-l1600.jpg
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 12, 2016, 09:58:12 PM
"Our latest Kenner tribute is happening in Aliens Series 10, featuring amazingly updated versions of the classic figures from the '80s – and we've got a veritable plethora of action shots for you on this #FacehuggerFriday. Keep scrolling, and expect Series 10 to ship later this month!" -NECA.

Try 1990's.  Kenner made no 'ALIEN' or 'ALIENS' themed merchandise during the 1980's.  Would be great if they did! 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: sugarhigh on Dec 13, 2016, 03:40:21 AM
That NECA Space Jockey looks like crap, the face is horrible, just looks cheap. I have the Sideshow Collectables version and love it.
Just found what looks like a bootleg version of the Sideshow Jockey for $300 on ebay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/H-R-Giger-Alien-War-Space-Jockey-23-Collectible-Statue-Resin-Figure-Aliens/222290738601?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D38530%26meid%3D540d05562e9a44b593e58cfa8503e6db%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D252675314910
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 13, 2016, 11:23:01 AM
The Lambert figure looks sh*t too.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Dec 13, 2016, 02:05:57 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Dec 12, 2016, 07:42:17 PM
Quote from: GQSioux on Dec 12, 2016, 06:47:33 PM
The Space Jockey foam replica is up on NECA's eBay store and it's a whopping $299.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Aliens-Foam-Prop-Replica-Space-Jockey-NECA-/252675314910?hash=item3ad49f54de (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Aliens-Foam-Prop-Replica-Space-Jockey-NECA-/252675314910?hash=item3ad49f54de)

Ouch. That's outside my price range for that. How does that compare to some of the other busts?

And the Series 10 gallery is up! http://necaonline.com/2016/12/closer-look-aliens-series-10-kenner-tribute-action-figures/?utm_campaign=AlienS10bloggallery&utm_source=necaIGFB&utm_medium=social

I really like how each one comes with a special face hugger or chest burster. I hope NECA keeps doing that with the Kenner figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Dec 13, 2016, 02:23:47 PM
for a foam jockey that price is crazy!

Otherwise i would love to have it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: alienscollection.com on Dec 15, 2016, 01:08:46 AM
Scaled Hadley's Hope corridor:

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=ESI10016&mode=retail
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: thexenomorph on Dec 15, 2016, 03:28:32 AM
I'm hoping for a 1/4 AVP Xenomorph and an AVP Queen!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 15, 2016, 04:09:09 AM
So, a Queen Alien action figure the size of a desk. 

Hmmm... don't wanna know the shipping charges on that item, let alone the purchase price.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 15, 2016, 04:18:29 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 15, 2016, 04:09:09 AM
So, a Queen Alien action figure the size of a desk. 

Hmmm... don't wanna know the shipping charges on that item, let alone the purchase price.

-Windebieste.
Check out Hot Toys' Batmobiles for a pretty good estimate. :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 15, 2016, 05:16:59 AM
Well, there's always this:

(https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/s--ApPuqMz_--/c_scale,fl_progressive,q_80,w_800/eagfy3zawf6n6jbk4t9p.jpg)

1/7-scale replica from Beast Kingdom's Master Craft series of collectibles, for $30,000+, I hear.

Still, that's got nothing on the half scale AT-ACT some guy built in the back yard for his son.  Now this is an item you want to have some space for:



-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 16, 2016, 09:21:21 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F12%2FAliens-Series-10-by-NECA-117.jpg&hash=c09dcf7010b50043af8112852f2c587597b515ce)

http://news.toyark.com/2016/12/14/aliens-series-10-neca-toyark-photo-shoot-233238
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Dec 16, 2016, 11:05:42 AM
The wait for my pre-orders to come in is killing me! They really knocked it out of the park with the Mantis Alien.  :o
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Dec 16, 2016, 04:06:25 PM
I've got to get these. I've just got to.

It's kinda ridiculous how quickly the Forbidden Planet website goes out of stock on some things though. I get that these figures in particular are going to be popular, but surely they should have more than, like, five in stock? :(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Dec 16, 2016, 09:39:50 PM
Quote from: alienscollection.com on Dec 15, 2016, 01:08:46 AM
Scaled Hadley's Hope corridor:

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=ESI10016&mode=retail

Amazing!  I'll be getting this for sure!
Thanks for posting it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Dec 16, 2016, 09:55:34 PM
Big Bad Toy Store sent me an E-mail saying the Gorilla Alien should be in stock in 10 business days!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: thexenomorph on Dec 17, 2016, 03:44:58 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 15, 2016, 04:09:09 AM
So, a Queen Alien action figure the size of a desk. 

Hmmm... don't wanna know the shipping charges on that item, let alone the purchase price.

-Windebieste.
Haha I mean a regular Queen Alien figure from AVP.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Dec 20, 2016, 12:10:24 AM
Looks like NECA's coming out with a 36″ foam rubber Alien skull; perfect for any trophy cabinet that's missing that special something!

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C0E6KVlWQAADI7K.jpg)

http://necaonline.com/2016/12/aliens-foam-replica-36-alien-skull/
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SuicideDoors on Dec 20, 2016, 08:44:14 AM
I'm not one to comment on merch really, but that skull is awful! Why is bone overlapping the teeth like they're lips?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 21, 2016, 01:02:59 AM
I was sceptical about the foam space jockey (more about the price than the figure itself), but this... must be a joke. I've seen a couple of home-made skulls on the web that looked better.

Let's not even talk about price on this one. To be constructive, I find it not particularly well sculpted or painted for a life-size job : no edges, it looks really soft, even cute, the agressive look of the flesh creature is gone. And here comes the biggest flaw IMO : the lack of accuracy on the jaw anatomy, okay I'm a dental technician but anyone can notice there's something wrong with the maxilla bone ("overlapping" syndrome) and the mandibula position. The jaw is THE point not to mess with when talking Aliens, it's the close-up shots that made this monsters famous.


When I think "dangerous animal trophy skull" which it is supposed to be, I think fear / power / might / awe / sheer respect to the creature, no matter how small it is (I've visited many times the Paris Museum of Natural History).
I'll be honest, I laughted at this picture. A xeno skull could be a wicked geeky addition to any collection if it is so well done that you could buy the story, particularly when real-life sized. I feel sorry for NECA on this one, it looks more grotesque than mighty. I'm a big fan of their 7" figures, but their real-life products -this one adds to the others- are definitely not to my liking.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 21, 2016, 01:11:35 AM
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41yb%2BcDFQ9L._SY300_.jpg)

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Dec 21, 2016, 02:59:59 AM
Didn't know Xenomorphs had such a severe overbite.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 21, 2016, 09:09:14 AM
You've seen AvP Requiem.  :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Dec 21, 2016, 09:38:49 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Dec 21, 2016, 09:09:14 AM
You've seen AvP Requiem.  :P

And this makes that look normal. They may have had horse teeth but their overbite wasn't bad.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Dec 21, 2016, 01:10:49 PM
The face hugger looked decent, but these last two I'm not so sure about...Neca seems a bit out of their element with this foam stuff.
Luckily they aren't things that interest me to the point of buying lol
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Dec 22, 2016, 11:19:52 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Dec 21, 2016, 01:10:49 PM
The face hugger looked decent, but these last two I'm not so sure about...Neca seems a bit out of their element with this foam stuff.
Luckily they aren't things that interest me to the point of buying lol
Nor myself. The larger their products, the easier to detect budget cuts and sloppy designs. If they made them like they should be, they would have to charge 2x to 3x as much and then the market evaporates to a very small handful of wealthy collectors. NECA doesn't market to them, so let's all keep that in mind.

Their products, which we all seem to enjoy to some extent, will always be imperfect and as collectors, we have the incredible freedom to buy what we want & not buy what we don't want. And remember folks, when we buy things, it means we send them a message. Don't buy something you don't truly want if you don't want them to continue to offer, in your opinion, sub-par quality collectibles.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 23, 2016, 12:07:19 AM
For sure.  Their 7 inch stuff is fantastic, the quarter scale figures are great, too.  Beyond that, no.  I'm sorry.  I draw the line confidently at not being interested in badly designed semi-canon content like this skull.  I'd say I could get more value out of building more or less the same thing out of papier mache.  ...at under $10, that's worth a try!

This item is a long way away from the best that NECA has to offer. 

Which reminds me.  I just received a message that my glow in the dark thermal vision 'AvP' Alien figure awaits collection at the post office.  Now, this I am happy to pay for.  Honestly, I ordered this just a few days ago and wasn't expecting it to arrive before Christmas.  Fantastic!

It's a good thing I am not obligated to like everything NECA makes and as PRJ states vote with your wallet to make a difference. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Dec 23, 2016, 01:35:16 AM
Quote from: SuicideDoors on Dec 20, 2016, 08:44:14 AM
I'm not one to comment on merch really, but that skull is awful! Why is bone overlapping the teeth like they're lips?

The lower jaw is obvious being used as a stand. But they still messed up a bit in how it looks.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 23, 2016, 01:37:14 AM
The replica skull trophy includes a stand; with the option for table top or wall mounting display.  Still looks like a messed up piece, either way.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: newbeing on Dec 24, 2016, 05:24:47 PM
Saw the mantis and gorilla alien figures at my local comic store the other day. I've generally dropped out of collecting NECA's stuff, but I got to say those figures looked pretty good, especially the gorilla alien.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Dec 25, 2016, 03:18:53 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 23, 2016, 12:07:19 AM
For sure.  Their 7 inch stuff is fantastic, the quarter scale figures are great, too.  Beyond that, no.  I'm sorry.  I draw the line confidently at not being interested in badly designed semi-canon content like this skull.  I'd say I could get more value out of building more or less the same thing out of papier mache.  ...at under $10, that's worth a try!

This item is a long way away from the best that NECA has to offer. 

Which reminds me.  I just received a message that my glow in the dark thermal vision 'AvP' Alien figure awaits collection at the post office.  Now, this I am happy to pay for.  Honestly, I ordered this just a few days ago and wasn't expecting it to arrive before Christmas.  Fantastic!

It's a good thing I am not obligated to like everything NECA makes and as PRJ states vote with your wallet to make a difference. 

-Windebieste.
Completely agree. Do you have any interest in the in-scale Space Jockey foam piece? That seemed to be a bit better from what I saw of it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 25, 2016, 03:55:34 AM
Ah, yes... and no.  I just don't have the space to stow everything I want.  I'm having trouble justifying the purchase of some of the 7 inch items I'm buying.  Then, I still want to get the big quarter scale NECA figures I'm missing (Translucent Prototype and Cameralien.)  So, I gotta draw the line somewhere. 

As much as I would love to get it, the Jockey just doesn't make the list, I'm afraid.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Dec 28, 2016, 03:10:29 AM
Picked these two guys up over the weekend. I like them both a lot, but Gorilla wins it for me. He's actually the more pose-able of the two, the legs on mantis look really cool but aren't very practical. I might remove the lower leg and have him stand normally, but I'm not sure yet.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi214.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fcc175%2FJokersWarPig%2Ftumblr_oivkkxpAca1sko4r1o1_1280_zpsbntrr1fa.jpg&hash=d24731abf644b409b9d9d2a2275b31fc83381c48) (http://s214.photobucket.com/user/JokersWarPig/media/tumblr_oivkkxpAca1sko4r1o1_1280_zpsbntrr1fa.jpg.html)

I also picked up another creature pack and put the blue face hugger and green chest burster in the extra stasis pods. I might do this with all of the Kenner figures if they keep coming with these extra bits.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 28, 2016, 03:49:04 AM
I ordered the three new Kenner figures from Toys R Us yesterday, I'm really looking forward to getting them in-hand. The Gorilla Alien was one of my favorite old-school Aliens toys, but the Mantis Alien was cool too, and I think the NECA Mantis is the one I'm looking forward the most just because of the insane retooling, new details, and paint/plastic scheme. I'm really looking forward to more Kenner-inspired Aliens (and Predators), I've bought pretty much all of them so far.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SuicideDoors on Dec 28, 2016, 08:49:00 PM
Quote from: DaddyYautja on Dec 23, 2016, 01:35:16 AM
Quote from: SuicideDoors on Dec 20, 2016, 08:44:14 AM
I'm not one to comment on merch really, but that skull is awful! Why is bone overlapping the teeth like they're lips?

The lower jaw is obvious being used as a stand. But they still messed up a bit in how it looks.

It looks rubbish. Full stop.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Dec 29, 2016, 01:56:08 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 25, 2016, 03:55:34 AM
Ah, yes... and no.  I just don't have the space to stow everything I want.  I'm having trouble justifying the purchase of some of the 7 inch items I'm buying.  Then, I still want to get the big quarter scale NECA figures I'm missing (Translucent Prototype and Cameralien.)  So, I gotta draw the line somewhere. 

As much as I would love to get it, the Jockey just doesn't make the list, I'm afraid.

-Windebieste.
Shame. Would have loved to read your in-depth review of the thing!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 29, 2016, 03:21:23 AM
Thank you.  I'll take that on board as a vote of confidence.  It's too bad NECA doesn't send stuff overseas for review, otherwise I'd hound them relentlessly for stuff.  lol.

All the same, I bought a bunch of older NECA 'ALIEN' figures recently at about half price so I will be reviewing those.  Those reviews will be posted on my site next year. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Dec 30, 2016, 06:05:24 PM
Got my Mantis Alien today! It's a thing of beauty.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 01, 2017, 12:24:02 PM
I just posted my first review for the New Year (http://www.hideousplastic.com/?page_id=1188) over on HIDEOUS PLASTIC.  It's an older figure from 2014, NECA's cool Ripley in her jump suit.

(https://i0.wp.com/www.hideousplastic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/03_RipleyInPackage.jpg?fit=1200%2C1600)

More coming soon!

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jan 01, 2017, 01:21:11 PM
Did anyone post the teaser of the next NECA 7" Ripley ?
Ressurection, that is ;). Neca says on Tweeter that it's gonna be the only human character out of this movie though.
Surely a xeno, the newborn, and perhaps a clone pack ?

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F12%2FAlien-Resurrection-Ripley-8-Teaser.jpg&hash=d208683dd49e30dff41f59dfc65557bacef7e1c5)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 01, 2017, 01:56:52 PM
Shame that they're not doing more humans from Resurrection, I'd totally buy a Call or Johner figure. Shit, maybe even Christie if he had the wrist-guns.

That Lacrima-99 looks pretty great, though; I always liked that weapon's design. I've still got my old 1997 Hasbro 'Alien Resurrection' Ripley that came with one as an accessory.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jan 01, 2017, 04:33:40 PM
I want Vriess and his wheelchair and shotgun.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 01, 2017, 10:01:22 PM
Quote from: Vark_ on Jan 01, 2017, 01:21:11 PM
Did anyone post the teaser of the next NECA 7" Ripley ?
Ressurection, that is ;). Neca says on Tweeter that it's gonna be the only human character out of this movie though.
Surely a xeno, the newborn, and perhaps a clone pack ?

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F12%2FAlien-Resurrection-Ripley-8-Teaser.jpg&hash=d208683dd49e30dff41f59dfc65557bacef7e1c5)

Last year's News. (http://www.hideousplastic.com/?p=1101)   ;)

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Jan 03, 2017, 11:56:52 AM
Quote from: bobcunk on Jan 01, 2017, 04:33:40 PM
I want Vriess and his wheelchair and shotgun.

I'd love to see that
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 03, 2017, 12:47:13 PM
It's an interesting idea. 

How would you set up the articulation on the figure?  I guess the arms, head, and upper torso would be set up to current NECA standards, but a seated figure poses its own challenges.  Has NECA ever made such a thing as a seated figure? I imagine everything below the waist might have to be fixed immovably into a seating position, maybe?  I don't know...  I'm thinking it would have to be this way because a proper seating position with knees together is a tight arrangement for articulated figures that otherwise stand naturally. 

Vriess does have to abandon the chair at one point, right?  That will add quite some challenge to the figure's preparation. 

The wheelchair would be an entirely separate item with the wheels fully rotating and the shotgun concealed as separate pieces throughout the chair. 

Sure, it would be an interesting challenge, though - if NECA chose to take it on.  It could be cool, yeah. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Jan 03, 2017, 05:24:15 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 01, 2017, 01:56:52 PMThat Lacrima-99 looks pretty great, though; I always liked that weapon's design.

Ditto. I kinda liked that they just went mad with the guns in that film rather than just having a Pulse Rifle rip-off.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jan 05, 2017, 12:34:46 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jan 01, 2017, 10:01:22 PM
Quote from: Vark_ on Jan 01, 2017, 01:21:11 PM
Did anyone post the teaser of the next NECA 7" Ripley ?
Ressurection, that is ;). Neca says on Tweeter that it's gonna be the only human character out of this movie though.
Surely a xeno, the newborn, and perhaps a clone pack ?

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F12%2FAlien-Resurrection-Ripley-8-Teaser.jpg&hash=d208683dd49e30dff41f59dfc65557bacef7e1c5)

Last year's News. (http://www.hideousplastic.com/?p=1101)   ;)

-Windebieste.

Nice. But I really hope a 1/4 scale Resurrection Warrior or Dog Alien follow. One of the two has to come soon, I hope.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 05, 2017, 12:42:39 AM
Honestly, I feel the Dog Alien is a great contender for the 1/4 scale treatment.  It's a popular item and one of NECA's best Aliens.  furthermore, the Dog Alien has been released no less than 4 times by NECA already.  So they are confident with it. 

So, yeah.  I'd say it would be a viable candidate for a large scale re-issue. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 07, 2017, 12:14:58 AM
5 times, NECA have released a Dog Alien, now that I think of it.  lol. 

So, yeah.  A 1/4 scale version would be welcome. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: alienscollection.com on Jan 07, 2017, 03:55:55 AM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/817420569670991872
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 08, 2017, 03:04:43 PM
QuoteThe ALIENS 30th Anniversary 2 pack of Hicks & Hudson all packed out & shipping in a few weeks #facehuggerfriday #aliens #gameoverman

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C1gPfg4VQAAjqTX.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C1gPim9UUAAaLJs.jpg)

Loving the multiple heads but I still don't dig the likeness on a lot of the figures I see in person.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 08, 2017, 05:21:05 PM
I think it has a lot to do with the expressions.
Bill Paxton is there in his "panic" head but the yelling head looks like a different person all together.
Michael Biehn's heads are a little harder to figure out it's him. I can see it in the "blank" sculpt but again not in the yelling sculpt.

I wish they would have given Biehn an actual neutral, "thousand yard stare" sculpt.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jan 10, 2017, 10:13:43 PM
Finally got around to opening one of my Christmas gifts and made a video of it! Ripley & Newt two pack unbox and review! Enjoy!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jan 20, 2017, 03:56:52 AM
Newt before the rescue & The Hive Maker


Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 20, 2017, 04:28:54 AM
I just love the lighting and composition on that Newt image.  Such a great shot. 

How cool would that look as a piece of artwork on the cover of a comic or a novel?

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jan 20, 2017, 05:01:34 AM
Thanks dude. I did a whole small series for it.


That moment in Alien Isolation when you realize that you're screwed
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 20, 2017, 07:10:55 AM
That last one you added reminds of a scripted event in 'ALIEN: Isolation'. 

Amanda has just escaped from being affixed to a wall for implantation and she wanders down a blazing corridor strewn with debris, eggs and facehuggers.  Suddenly, a pair of Aliens drop down right  in front of her.   I feel that last image captures the vibe of that moment somehow.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jan 20, 2017, 07:40:21 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jan 20, 2017, 07:10:55 AM
That last one you added reminds of a scripted event in 'ALIEN: Isolation'. 

Amanda has just escaped from being affixed to a wall for implantation and she wanders down a blazing corridor strewn with debris, eggs and facehuggers.  Suddenly, a pair of Aliens drop down right  in front of her.   I feel that last image captures the vibe of that moment somehow.

-Windebieste.

That's the exact scene I was trying to replicate.
Good catch.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 20, 2017, 01:54:29 PM
Those are excellent!

Transmitted from Zeta Reticuli.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Nyarlathotep on Jan 20, 2017, 05:28:54 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Jan 07, 2017, 12:14:58 AM
5 times, NECA have released a Dog Alien, now that I think of it.  lol. 

So, yeah.  A 1/4 scale version would be welcome. 

-Windebieste.
Honestly, I'm surprised that they haven't decided to release it yet. I know that I and many others would have our money out in a heartbeat.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 21, 2017, 02:17:32 AM
I agree. It's been a popular character in terms of Aliens but it's a really well presented one as well.  The sculpt is terrific.

NECA have announced their Series 11 WiP packaging for their Warrior Alien - Vicious Alien Attacker!:

(https://i0.wp.com/www.hideousplastic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/C2oldCxUkAAQnfv.jpg-large.jpg?resize=768%2C813)

Looks neat, huh.

I already got it covered on HIDEOUS PLASTIC.  (http://www.hideousplastic.com/)

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 21, 2017, 02:44:47 AM
Love the Kenner style NECA logo!

Transmitted from Zeta Reticuli.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Parademon on Jan 21, 2017, 04:29:02 AM
I just got the Gorilla Alien as IMO, that's a much more plausible creature that a facehugger would attach itself to, not an insect such as a Preying Mantis, just doesn't make any sense to make a fig of. I also heard that it's very difficult to stand up & pose due to the legs being so long. I'm ol school when it comes to my Aliens. I just like the humanoid  bipedal versions such as the Drones/Warriors. I will make an exception for the Dog Alien as that is an awesome sculpt.  I'm a late comer to the NECA Aliens//Predator game, so only have Grid Alien that came with Celtic Pred, a shotgun blasted Alien that came with Hicks & Gorilla Alien. I hope to snag a few of the Warrior/drone versions if I can ever find them for a reasonable price, Dog Alien as well. Not really a fan of the Red, Blue, Green, White versions. Makes them too cartoony IMO.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 21, 2017, 05:55:30 AM
Almost makes 'em look like a set of traffic lights, yeah.  ...or, make 'em look like toys. 

It used to bother me, too.  I was never interested in the Kenner stuff of the 1990's.  I always thought they were ludicrous and silly and as such I don't own many.  These days I look back at them and think they're quaint.  In a way that weird 20+ year old toys can be.  Mantis Alien is kinda ridiculous.  Absolutely.  These figures originally had little comics included in them.  For this particular Alien it was revealed within its that it originally spawned inside a giant mantis.  lol.  I swear, it doesn't get dumber than that. 

I think that NECA are doing a great job on revitalising them, though.  Mind you, I'm looking forward to seeing what other 1990's figures NECA will craft tributes to.   Crab Alien..?  Can't wait for that one!

Surprisingly, the Scorpion Alien resembles your standard xenomorph more than most of the other outlandish '90's Kenner items figures from this range.  I have owned one of those for about 15 years now.  Mainly because, yes, it does look like an Alien rather than the result of some whacked out toy designer taking notes during an acid trip for inspiration.

-Windebieste.



Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jan 21, 2017, 08:53:24 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jan 21, 2017, 02:17:32 AM
NECA have announced their Series 11 WiP packaging for their Warrior Alien - Vicious Alien Attacker!:

(https://i0.wp.com/www.hideousplastic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/C2oldCxUkAAQnfv.jpg-large.jpg?resize=768%2C813)

Looks neat, huh.

I already got it covered on HIDEOUS PLASTIC.  (http://www.hideousplastic.com/)

-Windebieste.
So icy cool.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 21, 2017, 06:08:16 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Jan 21, 2017, 05:55:30 AM

Surprisingly, the Scorpion Alien resembles your standard xenomorph more than most of the other outlandish '90's Kenner items figures from this range.  I have owned one of those for about 15 years now.  Mainly because, yes, it does look like an Alien rather than the result of some whacked out toy designer taking notes during an acid trip for inspiration.

-Windebieste.




You're forgetting the best part - the Scorpion Alien can EXPLODE if you push a button at the base of its spine. And then you can put it back together and make it EXPLODE AGAIN.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Jan 22, 2017, 02:44:02 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 21, 2017, 06:08:16 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Jan 21, 2017, 05:55:30 AM

Surprisingly, the Scorpion Alien resembles your standard xenomorph more than most of the other outlandish '90's Kenner items figures from this range.  I have owned one of those for about 15 years now.  Mainly because, yes, it does look like an Alien rather than the result of some whacked out toy designer taking notes during an acid trip for inspiration.

-Windebieste.




You're forgetting the best part - the Scorpion Alien can EXPLODE if you push a button at the base of its spine. And then you can put it back together and make it EXPLODE AGAIN.
Michael Bay's favorite toy
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 22, 2017, 04:49:01 AM
Oh, yeah.  So true!  Let's see NECA include that feature in their release version of it. 

Mine is getting a little worn out around the mechanism so if you're handling it, it can sometimes spontaneously explode. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 22, 2017, 10:07:59 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jan 22, 2017, 04:49:01 AM
Oh, yeah.  So true!  Let's see NECA include that feature in their release version of it. 

Mine is getting a little worn out around the mechanism so if you're handling it, it can sometimes spontaneously explode. 

-Windebieste.
"Contents Under Pressure"

Relevant related photo:
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.harryharris.com%2Fgraphics%2Fbreast3.jpg&hash=907f5ffed5ac6777c50fd709835ec8f2ec93bcb8)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 29, 2017, 02:00:54 PM
Dropped into the local Forbidden Planet at the weekend and no sign of the Kenner Aliens.  :'(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 10, 2017, 10:07:50 PM
Pic of the new Aliens: Defiance xeno coming from NECA.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 10, 2017, 10:16:25 PM
That grin
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Feb 11, 2017, 12:24:12 AM
I love the turnaround time we have these days. Ahab got a figure before he even appeared in a comic, now Tristan's Praetorian is getting a figure only about a year after first appearing. Exciting times!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: skhellter on Feb 11, 2017, 12:39:35 AM
lol.

it's just the alien isolation figure with a different head....


lazy NECA.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 11, 2017, 12:55:29 AM
Which in turn was a reworking of their earlier ALIEN figure. 

Stompy getting a 'facelift' isn't enough for me.  I'm guessing this is the figure that rounds out the Series 11 set. 

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F10%2FAliens-Series-11-Teaser.jpg&hash=118f86b05fcf9304344ca69432fea696b54c1002)

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 11, 2017, 01:43:44 AM
To be fair, Tristan Jones has stated he based its design in Defiance on the Isolation xeno and it was drawn as such. So it is accurate.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 11, 2017, 02:34:19 AM
Ya.  For sure.  I just don't find it that satisfying.  I can't see myself purchasing this item.  Oh well... It's not like I've got a shortage on my Want List.  I really don't need another, "Oh Hellz, YEAH!  I Gotta get that!" item on my list.

I'm sure NECA's upcoming 'ALIEN: Covenant' figures will fill that role in a much more satisfying way.  Before you know it, the intervening 12 weeks (or so) between now and the release of that movie will be over in a flash and we'll be drooling over the new NECA 'A:C' figures.  Yeah.  I want to see those before I slap down cash on a figure I already own that's been given a new head and color scheme. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 11, 2017, 11:54:10 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Feb 10, 2017, 10:07:50 PM
Pic of the new Aliens: Defiance xeno coming from NECA.
I can dig it. I'll probably pick one up.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 11, 2017, 07:49:06 PM
It may not be a completely new take but I dig the head. Closest we'll get to a Praetorian for the minute. I'll pick one of these up, quite happily.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 12, 2017, 03:36:58 AM
I'm nowhere near up to date on reading Defiance, is it actually like literally a Praetorian in the comics? What issue does it show up in? And is the figure's design specifically based on the Praetorian design?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Feb 12, 2017, 03:45:56 AM
It appears in issue #2 and Extravehicular. It's not totally clear what exactly it is, but issue #2 might imply that it produces eggs, so it may be involved in eggmorphing. I could be wrong, though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 12, 2017, 10:49:43 AM
Quote from: Ultramorph on Feb 12, 2017, 03:45:56 AM
It appears in issue #2 and Extravehicular. It's not totally clear what exactly it is, but issue #2 might imply that it produces eggs, so it may be involved in eggmorphing. I could be wrong, though.

There was a quick shot of egg morphing in issue 1. When asked about it, Tristan stated that we may see it in later issues. So I think you're right.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Feb 12, 2017, 04:58:04 PM
I would love it if we got a figure of the U-headed xenomorph that Tristan posted a concept of back in July. I'm not sure if it will ever actually appear in the comics, but I'm still curious about what it could have been.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 12, 2017, 08:43:41 PM
Quote from: Ultramorph on Feb 12, 2017, 04:58:04 PM
I would love it if we got a figure of the U-headed xenomorph that Tristan posted a concept of back in July. I'm not sure if it will ever actually appear in the comics, but I'm still curious about what it could have been.
Do you have a link?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 13, 2017, 02:10:37 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 12, 2017, 08:43:41 PM
Quote from: Ultramorph on Feb 12, 2017, 04:58:04 PM
I would love it if we got a figure of the U-headed xenomorph that Tristan posted a concept of back in July. I'm not sure if it will ever actually appear in the comics, but I'm still curious about what it could have been.


Do you have a link?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: tyrannosaurusjones on Feb 13, 2017, 07:10:21 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Feb 11, 2017, 01:43:44 AM
To be fair, Tristan Jones has stated he based its design in Defiance on the Isolation xeno and it was drawn as such. So it is accurate.

This. The head change came about because of Covenant and the Big Chap being taken off the table for the time being. Originally it WAS the Isolation version of the Big Chap. Changed the head, now it's Big Ugly.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 13, 2017, 12:57:55 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Feb 13, 2017, 02:10:37 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 12, 2017, 08:43:41 PM
Quote from: Ultramorph on Feb 12, 2017, 04:58:04 PM
I would love it if we got a figure of the U-headed xenomorph that Tristan posted a concept of back in July. I'm not sure if it will ever actually appear in the comics, but I'm still curious about what it could have been.


Do you have a link?

Thats...interesting.
It's not something I'm opposed to seeing, but it is odd looking.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 13, 2017, 01:57:33 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Feb 13, 2017, 12:57:55 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Feb 13, 2017, 02:10:37 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 12, 2017, 08:43:41 PM
Quote from: Ultramorph on Feb 12, 2017, 04:58:04 PM
I would love it if we got a figure of the U-headed xenomorph that Tristan posted a concept of back in July. I'm not sure if it will ever actually appear in the comics, but I'm still curious about what it could have been.


Do you have a link?

Thats...interesting.
It's not something I'm opposed to seeing, but it is odd looking.
I, uh, yeah. I'm not sure how I feel about that design. It sure is a unique take on an Alien, though.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Foofighter on Feb 13, 2017, 06:44:12 PM
Hello fellow collectors.

I only just started collecting some Neca Predators and would like to add some Aliens to the mix as well.

Mainly I would like the standard drone or warrior and perhaps a big chap type. As with recent Predators that jave updated articulation, is there some recommended Aliens to pick up, or will some better ones release soon so better waiting?

Also will there be a re-release of the Queen by any chance?

Any recommendations welcome.

Thx,
G
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 13, 2017, 07:27:15 PM
Quote from: Foofighter on Feb 13, 2017, 06:44:12 PM
Hello fellow collectors.

I only just started collecting some Neca Predators and would like to add some Aliens to the mix as well.

Mainly I would like the standard drone or warrior and perhaps a big chap type. As with recent Predators that jave updated articulation, is there some recommended Aliens to pick up, or will some better ones release soon so better waiting?

Also will there be a re-release of the Queen by any chance?

Any recommendations welcome.

Thx,
G

A re-release of the queen has been confirmed.
As far as aliens goes I'm not sure we'll see a re-release of the brown/blue/black warriors anytime soon. They're still easy to find on amazon and ebay, I've seen them listed still as only slightly above retail price.

As far as the most recent releases goes the albino warrior and the gorilla alien are very solid figures all around.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Feb 14, 2017, 10:28:47 PM
Just uploaded my review of the Series 9 Frost and Vasquez figures! Enjoy!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Feb 15, 2017, 09:12:33 PM
Quick question on a couple figures...

Is the NECA Alien that was released at Walmart the same as the version 2 release?

Same question for the Genocide red and black warriors.  Are the ones released later individually the same as the 2-pack versions?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Feb 16, 2017, 11:43:34 PM
Quote from: lightsyder on Feb 15, 2017, 09:12:33 PM
Quick question on a couple figures...

Is the NECA Alien that was released at Walmart the same as the version 2 release?

Same question for the Genocide red and black warriors.  Are the ones released later individually the same as the 2-pack versions?
Yes on both accounts. Nothing different just the packaging.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Feb 16, 2017, 11:57:01 PM
Thanks!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 18, 2017, 02:29:36 PM
NECA just showed their Aliens/D.C. Crossover figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Feb 18, 2017, 02:40:07 PM
Notice the newly sculpted hands and legs of the black alien. A first indirect look at alien resurrection warrior.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 18, 2017, 02:46:57 PM
More from Toy Fair.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Feb 18, 2017, 03:55:31 PM
Hmmmm, that Joker xenos might be worth picking up just for the laughs. Unreal that those silly hybrids are getting a figure all these years later. Maybe they'll do the hybrid from the Witchblade/Darkness series or the DotS hybrids next!  :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Feb 18, 2017, 11:19:46 PM
I see the Ice blue Warrior... :D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 18, 2017, 11:42:06 PM
Over all, I'm a tad underwhelmed by what we've seen.
I'm gonna get the isolation xeno for sure, and I think the joker xeno is cool enough to get.

Aliens wise though I'm not too impressed with Toy Fair this year.

Spoiler
Their deluxe Evil Dead Ash looks awesome though and will make great USCM fodder
[close]
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Feb 19, 2017, 01:37:05 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Feb 18, 2017, 11:42:06 PM
Over all, I'm a tad underwhelmed by what we've seen.
I'm gonna get the isolation xeno for sure, and I think the joker xeno is cool enough to get.

Aliens wise though I'm not too impressed with Toy Fair this year.

Spoiler
Their deluxe Evil Dead Ash looks awesome though and will make great USCM fodder
[close]
That might be because they have a whole assortment of Covenant figures that they aren't allowed to show, and that's where they've been putting their effort.

Transmitted from Zeta Reticuli.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 20, 2017, 03:57:33 AM
NECA announces their NECA CLUB x ALIEN (https://thenecastore.com/collections/neca-club-x-alien) promotional incentive.

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1227/0654/collections/AC_Logo_1197px_450px_Background_1024x1024.jpg?v=1487364574)

Looks interesting.  Forget it if you're outside the US.  Gah.

My take on it.   (http://www.hideousplastic.com/?p=1816)

-Windebieste
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Feb 20, 2017, 04:35:59 AM
According to Randy's twitter feed they are working out overseas distribution as well
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 20, 2017, 04:52:26 AM
Oh, nice.  That will be a big game changer for people outside the US.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Feb 20, 2017, 04:54:35 AM
Hope they work it out.  No fan should be left behind! 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 20, 2017, 06:37:13 AM
Absolutely.    :)

(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2017/02/Aliens-Series-11-NECA-001-928x483.jpg)

NECA have posted full details of ALIEN series 11 figures.   (http://necaonline.com/2017/02/aliens-7-scale-action-figures-series-11-assortment/)

My 2 minute impression of what I think  of these upcoming figures is already posted on HIDEOUS PLASTIC (http://www.hideousplastic.com/?p=1823). 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Feb 20, 2017, 09:05:16 AM
So they are officially released? (Grabs wallet to pull out money)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 20, 2017, 10:18:44 AM
Not until May unfortunately.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Feb 20, 2017, 12:01:49 PM
(Puts money back) :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Feb 20, 2017, 01:52:15 PM
I'm interested in the collector club for the exclusives and special items, but I tend to only collect movie and realistic figures from the line, so I'd need to figure out if I could sell off the ones I don't want.

For instance the blue Allen is very cool, and I think it's awesome that NECA is including Kenner tribute figures like that, but my collection is pretty focused, so I won't be adding that guy to my display.

Though I'm totally getting the DC crossover figures... I'll break my rules there.

Transmitted from Zeta Reticuli.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 20, 2017, 02:13:51 PM
Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Feb 20, 2017, 01:52:15 PM
I'm interested in the collector club for the exclusives and special items, but I tend to only collect movie and realistic figures from the line, so I'd need to figure out if I could sell off the ones I don't want.

For instance the blue Allen is very cool, and I think it's awesome that NECA is including Kenner tribute figures like that, but my collection is pretty focused, so I won't be adding that guy to my display.

Though I'm totally getting the DC crossover figures... I'll break my rules there.

Transmitted from Zeta Reticuli.

I'm kind of in the same boat except there's certain Kenner figures I do want. Unfortunately the ice blue Alien isn't one them. I'm thinking I'll just repaint it if I can't find some other way to ditch it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: felipescado on Feb 20, 2017, 03:41:58 PM
love that head and legs but i cant stand NECA figures -_- >:(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 20, 2017, 03:46:10 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Feb 20, 2017, 02:13:51 PM
I'm kind of in the same boat except there's certain Kenner figures I do want. Unfortunately the ice blue Alien isn't one them. I'm thinking I'll just repaint it if I can't find some other way to ditch it.

I'll be picking up the Gorilla and the Mantis when they make their way to my side of the pond but I'm not too fussed on the blue Alien either. It's great they're doing these though. I really love that these options are here for everyone. Absolutely loving the Defiance Alien too. Will be snatching that one up.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Feb 20, 2017, 07:35:18 PM
Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Feb 20, 2017, 01:52:15 PM
I'm interested in the collector club for the exclusives and special items, but I tend to only collect movie and realistic figures from the line, so I'd need to figure out if I could sell off the ones I don't want.

For instance the blue Allen is very cool, and I think it's awesome that NECA is including Kenner tribute figures like that, but my collection is pretty focused, so I won't be adding that guy to my display.


I guess we are not "hardcore collectors", eh?

Yeah, this announcement had me interesting for a few seconds before i read the rules of what it was.



Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 20, 2017, 10:15:39 PM
LawnMowerMan will sign up to the Club, for sure...

...with multiple accounts.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 21, 2017, 07:33:01 AM
Quote from: DaddyYautja on Feb 20, 2017, 07:35:18 PM
Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Feb 20, 2017, 01:52:15 PM
I'm interested in the collector club for the exclusives and special items, but I tend to only collect movie and realistic figures from the line, so I'd need to figure out if I could sell off the ones I don't want.

For instance the blue Allen is very cool, and I think it's awesome that NECA is including Kenner tribute figures like that, but my collection is pretty focused, so I won't be adding that guy to my display.


I guess we are not "hardcore collectors", eh?

Yeah, this announcement had me interesting for a few seconds before i read the rules of what it was.




Ditto. Right out of the gate, I don't care about the blue Kenner Alien, and it puts a huge damper on my enthusiasm for their membership gimmick if they won't tell us up-front what all the figures are and what the year-end exclusive is.

Mattel tried a similar "subscription" program with their DC Universe Classics figures several years ago, and it crashed and burned.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 21, 2017, 08:37:34 AM
That's a good point.  It's a bit much to expect customers to be rewarded for purchasing everything on blind faith that the rewards will be worth it when none of them are revealed. 

If the company was transparent on the nature of the rewards, yeah.  People will demonstrate loyalty.  The way NECA are playing this game, too many cards are concealed; and we aren't even allowed to look at what's in our own hand.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Feb 21, 2017, 10:11:12 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Feb 21, 2017, 08:37:34 AM
That's a good point.  It's a bit much to expect customers to be rewarded for purchasing everything on blind faith that the rewards will be worth it when none of them are revealed. 

If the company was transparent on the nature of the rewards, yeah.  People will demonstrate loyalty.  The way NECA are playing this game, too many cards are concealed; and we aren't even allowed to look at what's in our own hand.

-Windebieste.

This is their first statement about it. Im not going to fault them on that, yet. But releasing a set already does make it a bit of a blind faith situation. Hopefully as time goes by they will make it more official and show more stuff. But if this first set counts and you dont get it you are out, right? Yeah, i guess this should've had more preparation. 

Some one on twitter was saying that the releases also include 1/4 scale figs? From a comment on Facebook. I dont mess with that so i cant confirm but if this does include the 1/4 scale...eeeep. Firstly cause i dont have the space. I would just be buying those figures to sell them to get the year-end exclusive.

EDIT- it wasnt that hard to find on FB. And they clearly state several times that 1/4 are included.

This should be some sort of tiered system. All tiers get the fig but the higher tiers get bonus items/accessories, things like that. All in with limited supplies so you have to rush and 1/4 scale figs? I am really not a hardcore collector. And i get at least 2 figs from each series. I guess i'm just below hardcore.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Feb 21, 2017, 02:54:35 PM
Randy posted a tweet this morning that seemed to indicate 1/4 figures are NOT included in the sub
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 21, 2017, 04:01:23 PM
Eh, 1/4 isn't something I go for anyways. I keep my Neca stuff smaller because my main hobby is 1/6 scale stuff.

I'm still on the fence about this club business...mostly because we haven't seen a possible exclusive to it and the first wave you have to buy is so lack luster.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Dino21AvP on Feb 22, 2017, 02:18:41 AM
I know this is slightly off topic but I have a question about the NECA Aliens Warrior figure (Blue version). I got this figure years ago, maybe around 2010/2011 not quite sure, anyway the figure is great, however, I have never been able to open the mouth to get the inner jaw to come out. I was curious if anyone else has encountered this issue and knows of an easy fix. I am somewhat reluctant in forcing it open for fear of breaking it. Any help would be appreciated.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: skhellter on Feb 22, 2017, 02:36:09 AM
Try bathing the figure in hot water for a little while. I'm serious.
The plastic softens up and it should make it easier to open the mouth, properly.

Just dont burn yourself and turn into freddy krueger.

If this doesnt work then i guess the figure is defective.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 22, 2017, 07:46:26 AM
It may work - results vary.   Nonetheless, using hot water is the best option.

Use gloves if you are going to try this.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Dino21AvP on Feb 22, 2017, 10:07:36 PM
Worked like a charm!

Thanks for the help guys.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: skhellter on Feb 22, 2017, 10:17:26 PM
No problem. :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Feb 24, 2017, 04:09:10 PM
62 quid for the Batman vs Joke Alien 2 pack.  :o
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 24, 2017, 11:15:19 PM
NECA have revealed more details about their CLUB x ALIEN  (http://www.hideousplastic.com/?p=1882)initiative, including clarifications, bonus for the first round and international partners in Europe, the UK, Australia, New Zealand and Japan.

...and a bunch of really lurid and trippy but awesome photos.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hideousplastic.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2017%2F02%2F8cd55ad3-ca4f-436c-8b27-695c4ad7c788.jpg&hash=37480c421f564ec7c742f224115a04016cdad384)

-Windebieste.


Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Feb 25, 2017, 01:00:05 AM
yeah, not into this bonus.

im sure there are fans out there that really wanted a recreation of this but i am not one of them.

i was actually holding off for this announcement and this did not make me think about this thing.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Feb 25, 2017, 05:50:05 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Feb 24, 2017, 11:15:19 PM
NECA have revealed more details about their CLUB x ALIEN  (http://www.hideousplastic.com/?p=1882)initiative, including clarifications, bonus for the first round and international partners in Europe, the UK, Australia, New Zealand and Japan.

...and a bunch of really lurid and trippy but awesome photos.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hideousplastic.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2017%2F02%2F8cd55ad3-ca4f-436c-8b27-695c4ad7c788.jpg&hash=37480c421f564ec7c742f224115a04016cdad384)

-Windebieste.
I was going to post my video regarding the club, but there wasn't any clue to what were the bonuses. Now I see these... should I post the video anyway or redo it?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 25, 2017, 06:56:19 PM
This particular bonus, while full of nostalgia, is a bit weak imo
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Feb 25, 2017, 08:17:07 PM
I have neither the budget nor the space to go all-in with the Aliens line, and have largely limited my purchases to the '86 film. Which included tracking down, and paying through the nose, for SDCC Newt.

This club scares the snot out of me, as the exclusive, end-of-year figure could be rabidly fan-demanded, but otherwise limited retail-appeal characters, like Bourke, Gorman or other marines like Drake and Ferro.

I'm not putting myself through the drama of having to explain to my ever-patient wife why I'm buying all these aliens toys, just to sell them off again, to maybe get one Aliens character at retail price. But then, who knows how much the exclusive figure could fetch, if it even gets onto the secondary market at all.

I really hope any exclusives are just repaints, and any '86 figures are continued con exclusives.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 25, 2017, 10:32:58 PM
@PRJ: I guess it really depends on what you want to say.  What you feel is relevant.  Maybe you can release what you already have and append your post announcement thoughts.

Personally, I feel this bonus is underwhelming.  As I stated in my closing remarks, it looks cheap and reminds me of cut out backdrops on the backs of cereal packets.   It's nothing I'd want to commit buying additional figures that only partially interest me, that's for sure.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 26, 2017, 12:57:08 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Feb 25, 2017, 10:32:58 PM
@PRJ: I guess it really depends on what you want to say.  What you feel is relevant.  Maybe you can release what you already have and append your post announcement thoughts.

Personally, I feel this bonus is underwhelming.  As I stated in my closing remarks, it looks cheap and reminds me of cut out backdrops on the backs of cereal packets.   It's nothing I'd want to commit buying additional figures that only partially interest me, that's for sure.

-Windebieste.
Agreed. I can see the appeal for some collectors, and the nostalgia-factor is pretty neat, but I don't use backdrops or dioramas when I'm displaying any of my figures so it would be useless for me (and definitely not worth buying extra figures I don't want just to get it).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: BonesawT101 on Feb 26, 2017, 12:46:10 PM
Yep. Very cheap from neca and a very disappointing exclusive. Was hoping that they'd maybe tackle their version of the original '79 kenner alien 18" figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 26, 2017, 01:18:20 PM
That would be nice, huh.  On the other hand, Super 7 are releasing a pair 1986 speculative variants inspired by the original Kenner item sometime soon.  So they probably have that component of the property tied up in an exclusive licence for the immediate future. 

I would really love to see NECA's take on it though.  At least we know one thing for sure.  NECA aren't releasing any quarter scale figures as exclusive items to their Club X ALIEN subscribers.  So no 18" being offered there so there's nothing to miss out on.

Maybe they'll release a 7" version.  That would be kinda cute.

It still cracks me up that they decided to call it Club X...

lol.

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on Feb 27, 2017, 03:38:41 PM
Anyone else looking forward to the Batman vs Joker Alien pack they got coming?

http://necaonline.com/2017/02/batmanaliens-7-scale-action-figures-batman-and-joker-alien-2-pack/

Looks pretty neat.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 27, 2017, 03:41:27 PM
I'm meh about it tbh, looking more forward to the Batman vs Predator pack.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on Feb 27, 2017, 03:43:18 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Feb 27, 2017, 03:41:27 PM
I'm meh about it tbh, looking more forward to the Batman vs Predator pack.

That's a pretty badass looking set as well. I want it.

The Superman vs Alien looks really bland though. Then again, the Alien looks too much like the Resurrection design and I've never been that found of Superman outside the 90s cartoon and the Justice League series that came after.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 05, 2017, 05:38:48 PM
Went into the local Forbidden Planet in the hopes of picking up the Kenner Aliens. No new products (including the Cinemachines). Pretty disappointed.  :'(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on Mar 05, 2017, 06:41:33 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Mar 05, 2017, 05:38:48 PM
Went into the local Forbidden Planet in the hopes of picking up the Kenner Aliens. No new products (including the Cinemachines). Pretty disappointed.  :'(

I also went on the hunt for the Kenner line and failed. I did get the Aliens Genocide Drone/Dog Alien 2 pack though.

Gonna have to turn to Amazon for my Kenner fix.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Mar 05, 2017, 08:42:00 PM
That sucks. As I mentioned in the Cinemachines thread, they've definitely reached the UK, but I guess it's not surprising that they might have sold out already. To be honest I was surprised to even see the ones they *did* have when I went to the Bristol Forbidden Planet last Saturday.

Hopefully they'll get more in stock soon, though to be honest even in the few times I've been in to places that sell Neca stuff it never seems like they have as much in as you'd like. I might end up heading back there in a few weeks' time, but I kinda doubt they'll have any more in there at that point, even if they do get more stock in between now and then. Chances are I'll have to turn to Amazon to pick up the Kenner trio as well.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Mar 07, 2017, 05:05:45 AM
I saw some the other day, i got the gorilla alien. It was $40
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 07, 2017, 01:57:34 PM
Quote from: bobcunk on Mar 07, 2017, 05:05:45 AM
I saw some the other day, i got the gorilla alien. It was $40

$40?? Jesus
The singles are $25 here ($3 more than the first waves of Aliens/Kenner preds) and the two packs are $45. The price hasn't moved on those since the first Hicks/Battle damaged warrior pack.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on Mar 07, 2017, 02:58:57 PM
Quote from: bobcunk on Mar 07, 2017, 05:05:45 AM
I saw some the other day, i got the gorilla alien. It was $40

Damn man, I got an Aliens: Genocide two pack for that price. Where did you go?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Mar 26, 2017, 03:18:08 AM
Cant seem to find a brown or blue alien warrior for a good price,  nothing under $50
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on Mar 31, 2017, 01:15:50 AM
I recently got the NECA Alien: Isolation Xenomorph off of ebay for really cheap. I like his legs.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Mar 31, 2017, 01:44:04 AM
It's a great figure.  I like Stompy a lot.  He's a great design compromise between the Classic Alien and more contemporary digitigrade versions.  He even has the skull!  Too awesome. 

My only problem with the figure is the legs have sagged underneath him during the hot Summer months and he no longer stands upright properly to bear his weight - the shitty stand NECA provides with it just helps to prop him up now but his legs are visibly buckled underneath him.  I'll straighten them out sometime by dipping them into HOT water. 

He'll have to wait, though.  I have too much other work on my plate right now.  Nonetheless, I have dubbed him 'Mr. Rickets'.  I think it's the lack of vitamin D and calcium that makes him suffer so.  :D

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 31, 2017, 04:21:24 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Mar 31, 2017, 01:44:04 AM
My only problem with the figure is the legs have sagged underneath him during the hot Summer months and he no longer stands upright properly to bear his weight - the shitty stand NECA provides with it just helps to prop him up now but his legs are visibly buckled underneath him. 
Mine is experiencing the same problem.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Mar 31, 2017, 12:07:51 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Mar 31, 2017, 01:44:04 AM
It's a great figure.  I like Stompy a lot.  He's a great design compromise between the Classic Alien and more contemporary digitigrade versions.  He even has the skull!  Too awesome. 

My only problem with the figure is the legs have sagged underneath him during the hot Summer months and he no longer stands upright properly to bear his weight - the shitty stand NECA provides with it just helps to prop him up now but his legs are visibly buckled underneath him.  I'll straighten them out sometime by dipping them into HOT water. 

He'll have to wait, though.  I have too much other work on my plate right now.  Nonetheless, I have dubbed him 'Mr. Rickets'.  I think it's the lack of vitamin D and calcium that makes him suffer so.  :D

-Windebieste.
I have the same problem - the summer heat - but with the 2015 1/4 scale original Alien. This shouldn't happen for $200.00.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 01, 2017, 05:14:17 PM
New video with a giveaway included! Check it out. US residents for the giveaway only.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: crazypredator2 on Apr 05, 2017, 11:11:59 PM
hoping neca does a new  updated  predalien and wolf predator soon.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 06, 2017, 01:35:20 AM
@PRJ: Cool video.  As usual.  Not all of NECA's stuff has cable ties.  Just the ones they send to you.   :P

@crazypredator2: NECA teased a close up image of the predalien about 12 months ago.  The original was a popular figure and can fetch good money now.  Obviously, there's a demand for it.  I'll be surprised if they don't follow through on that item at some point. 

After all, they keep making variants of the Big Chap and Dog Alien.  Hell, the Dog Alien alone NECA have released 5 iterations of it. 

Personally, I'd love to see another iteration of the Predalien hybrid.  It was the only good thing about that movie.  Hell, a quarter scale version of it would be meat!

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: crazypredator2 on Apr 06, 2017, 02:30:34 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Apr 06, 2017, 01:35:20 AM
@PRJ: Cool video.  As usual.  Not all of NECA's stuff has cable ties.  Just the ones they send to you.   :P

@crazypredator2: NECA teased a close up image of the predalien about 12 months ago.  The original was a popular figure and can fetch good money now.  Obviously, there's a demand for it.  I'll be surprised if they don't follow through on that item at some point. 

After all, they keep making variants of the Big Chap and Dog Alien.  Hell, the Dog Alien alone NECA have released 5 iterations of it. 

Personally, I'd love to see another iteration of the Predalien hybrid.  It was the only good thing about that movie.  Hell, a quarter scale version of it would be meat!

-Windebieste.
I really like the look and design of the predalien, a 1/4 scale predalien would be awesome in the collection for sure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 07, 2017, 01:23:20 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Apr 06, 2017, 01:35:20 AM
@PRJ: Cool video.  As usual.  Not all of NECA's stuff has cable ties.  Just the ones they send to you.   :P

@crazypredator2: NECA teased a close up image of the predalien about 12 months ago.  The original was a popular figure and can fetch good money now.  Obviously, there's a demand for it.  I'll be surprised if they don't follow through on that item at some point. 

After all, they keep making variants of the Big Chap and Dog Alien.  Hell, the Dog Alien alone NECA have released 5 iterations of it. 

Personally, I'd love to see another iteration of the Predalien hybrid.  It was the only good thing about that movie.  Hell, a quarter scale version of it would be meat!

-Windebieste.
Thank you kindly sir. Feel free to link it to your awesome site! I am currently selling my AvPR figures New in Box on eBay if anyone is interested.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 22, 2017, 10:42:40 AM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C9-Bj1tUIAA8Bvu.jpg)

Looks like a Runner head as the base so I'd guess Panther Alien?

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/855544933838708736
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Apr 22, 2017, 01:33:19 PM
I find it strange that we are still yet to have a resurrection Warrior.  It looks like the base for the DC vs. figures are said creature.

All i want is that and a Covenant Alien and ill be happy.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Apr 22, 2017, 02:23:15 PM
I want it all.

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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Apr 22, 2017, 07:10:51 PM
NECA just had to do this when my shelf-space is at its lowest point.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 22, 2017, 10:01:10 PM
Orly? My wallet and shelf space are both going to be feeling very thin once NECA announce their imminent range of 'ALIEN: Covenant' figures. 

You know it.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Apr 23, 2017, 06:47:04 AM
The 25th anniversary of A3 this year and still no 1/4 scale Alien runner?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Apr 23, 2017, 08:25:22 AM
Also the 20th anniversary of Resurrection and no standard resi warrior.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 23, 2017, 09:47:53 AM
Gimme 1/4 scale 'ALIEN3' Runner, plz,NECA...

Maybe announcing on 4/26..?  Can only hope.  Would be sweet.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 23, 2017, 02:57:13 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Apr 23, 2017, 09:47:53 AM
Gimme 1/4 scale 'ALIEN3' Runner, plz,NECA...

Maybe announcing on 4/26..?  Can only hope.  Would be sweet.

-Windebieste.
I'm sure they have something epic in store to show off in a few days.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Apr 23, 2017, 11:47:21 PM
Calling it now:

Spoiler
Dillon and Clemens :o
[close]
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 24, 2017, 12:15:01 PM
...and Superintendent Andrews.  Comes with a squash ball accessory.

Finally catching up on my backlog of work, PRJ, and added that video to the site.  Good work.  More please.  :)

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 26, 2017, 02:01:24 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Apr 24, 2017, 12:15:01 PM
...and Superintendent Andrews.  Comes with a squash ball accessory.

Finally catching up on my backlog of work, PRJ, and added that video to the site.  Good work.  More please.  :)

-Windebieste.
You'll be happy to hear I have 3-5 new videos in the works and a long weekend starting tomorrow to work on them! Thank you as always!

And lol to the squash ball.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Apr 26, 2017, 05:09:51 AM
4/26 NECA figure is Kenner Vasquez!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: El Diablo on Apr 26, 2017, 08:51:05 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FsWfVcgy.jpg&hash=5678de72d9e20fdf3d244b90921037892b6e213d)

Damn! Take my money!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SuicideDoors on Apr 26, 2017, 09:38:28 AM
You guys know when Vasquez will go on sale? I know today but I can't see a time on Twitter?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: El Diablo on Apr 26, 2017, 10:10:21 AM
They just went on sale at www.thenecastore.com (http://www.thenecastore.com). Just purchased a set myself.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Apr 26, 2017, 10:44:32 AM
I'm ok with it, looks cooler than the smartgun version imo
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Apr 26, 2017, 12:03:10 PM
Check the Neca alien covenant thread for pictures of the new xenomorph. :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Apr 28, 2017, 07:35:15 AM
Anyone know what thebox art featuring the '86 warrior on NECA's FaceBook feed is all about?

I can't find a description and there don't appear to be any comments.

EDIT: Never mind, it's the front of the arcade figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Apr 28, 2017, 01:15:44 PM
On Alien Day, I finally purchased my first figure, which was the Alien3 Ellen Ripley. There was one left at my TRU for months, and I decided to get it. When they originally stocked the Series (along with the WY Commando and Dog Alien), I noticed all of the heads of the Ripley figure looked different in their paint jobs. The one I wanted (which I fortunately purchased) has a faint whitish paint on the back of the scalp and a nice red slash on her forehead. I know the slash is normal, but what about the scalp? Is this a rare error in the production, or a common occurrence? Either way, the figure looks 100% badass in the box and I doubt I will open it. Until we get news on Dillon and Clemens, I will only pick up the ice blue Warrior which will be due soon in the next Series. Great work NECA, never in all my childhood did I ever expect such realistic figures, esp. of my favorite movie character in the series of films.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: PRJ_since1990 on Apr 28, 2017, 01:34:33 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Apr 24, 2017, 12:15:01 PM
Finally catching up on my backlog of work, PRJ, and added that video to the site.  Good work.  More please.  :)
-Windebieste.
As you wish


This video...I like it. ANOTHER!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LxyabTlcuk8&t=25s
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jun 02, 2017, 04:22:40 PM
The SDCC/Neca Club-exclusive Alien figure for this year has been revealed, and as some people speculated when it was first shown back at last year's SDCC it's based on an episode of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles that featured Alien-like creatures:

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/870617689512972289

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DBUN6FmWsAIQ4Ar.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DBUN6FlXgAEH-pv.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DBUN6ItXsAAv6P-.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DBUN6gOWAAAq4MN.jpg)

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: BonesawT101 on Jun 02, 2017, 05:15:09 PM
That is awful imo
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jun 02, 2017, 06:52:58 PM
Aliens & TMNT?? Googling now...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jun 02, 2017, 07:12:02 PM
Apparently it's based on the "Pizza Monster", which was a clear tip of the hat to the xenomorphs:

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DBUZb-VVYAAV026.jpg)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hardcoregaming101.net%2Ftmnt%2Ftmnt_files%2Ftmnt-profile-pizzamonster-toon.jpg&hash=d9857d082b78fd120f6bdef748e7203959d1f151)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jun 02, 2017, 07:27:24 PM
Basically looks like the Resurrection xeno design, without the head dome.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jun 02, 2017, 07:43:49 PM
Quote from: Kailem on Jun 02, 2017, 07:12:02 PM
Apparently it's based on the "Pizza Monster", which was a clear tip of the hat to the xenomorphs:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DBUZb-VVYAAV026.jpg

http://www.hardcoregaming101.net/tmnt/tmnt_files/tmnt-profile-pizzamonster-toon.jpg
😋
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Jun 02, 2017, 07:51:16 PM
I know it's supposed to be a ninja turtle reference but hey. If you want to build a K series Alien hive from AVP Extinction this will do!

Now just wait till Neca redesigns the package art with AVP Extinction art in a few years.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bilbo5000 on Jun 02, 2017, 08:38:19 PM
Ok
Available at SDCC and the Alien club only...
How many of you are club members?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Jun 02, 2017, 09:47:17 PM
I had wanted this when it was revealed lat year (big Aliens and Turtles fan), but if NECA aren't doing non-attendee orders, this will be tough for me to get. Didn't join the club because my focus is '86 film characters... but this is very cool.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Jun 02, 2017, 09:54:13 PM
I think this will be available for order on their site like most of this years SDCC exclusives.  No pre-order though, first come first serve
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bilbo5000 on Jun 02, 2017, 10:27:03 PM
Quote from: lightsyder on Jun 02, 2017, 09:54:13 PM
I think this will be available for order on their site like most of this years SDCC exclusives.  No pre-order though, first come first serve

Hope you are right... I'd hate to have to eBay this one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 02, 2017, 10:53:43 PM
i am a club member, we can quite possibly work something out if needed
i'm sure the figure will be $40 or so on their site
$25 plus shipping
maybe more like $37, but the neca store is really bad on shipping in my experience

my shipping so far is about $40
for 14 figures
and that is with me choosing the consolidated combined shipping, so i dont get any figures until late july (like vasquez that is already out)
i ordered 2x series 11, 2x consolidated pack (each pack is vasquez, covenant xeno, covenant neo), and went ahead and ordered 2x coventant pack (2x xeno 2x neo)
i should get my order of just covenant figures whenever they come out, and all of the rest will wait until it is ALL out and it didnt save me any shipping
quite annoying
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bilbo5000 on Jun 02, 2017, 11:16:04 PM
Sounds cool...

Would love it if NECA would just open the membership again.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 03, 2017, 05:55:50 AM
i read the figure will be $30 plus shipping
they should keep membership open until series 11 sells out
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 03, 2017, 09:07:44 AM
@Vark: I think they're repurposing the AvP-R Alien head on this item.

They should have made it screen accurate to the cartoon series - make it look like a cartoon character. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jun 03, 2017, 02:26:10 PM
@ Windebieste : That figures, and the whole body by the way. My bad, the Resurrection xeno hasn't been released so far, although it's really close to the AvP-R variant, except for the leg and head design. Where was I ?!  ::)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jun 03, 2017, 05:51:49 PM
Quote from: Vark_ on Jun 03, 2017, 02:26:10 PM
@ Windebieste : That figures, and the whole body by the way. My bad, the Resurrection xeno hasn't been released so far, although it's really close to the AvP-R variant, except for the leg and head design. Where was I ?!  ::)
I think the Res one also had arm fins and thinner fingers.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 03, 2017, 05:55:53 PM
yes the head is def avp r warrior head, he has that snarl thing going on
the white upcoming joker xeno (from the batman vs aliens 2 pack) looks to be on the new resurrection body
to me this might be the new avp r warrior body, but i think its the new aliens warrior upgraded body that they said would be released in series 12
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 04, 2017, 11:47:04 AM
Quote from: Predalien91 on Jun 02, 2017, 07:51:16 PM
I know it's supposed to be a ninja turtle reference but hey. If you want to build a K series Alien hive from AVP Extinction this will do!

Ha. Exactly my thinking.  :P And that's what it'll be in my mind.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bilbo5000 on Jun 06, 2017, 02:35:23 AM
 Someone is already selling one of these sdcc Sewer mutation figure for $99.99. Interesting
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Jun 06, 2017, 12:01:01 PM
Quote from: lightsyder on Jun 02, 2017, 09:54:13 PM
I think this will be available for order on their site like most of this years SDCC exclusives.  No pre-order though, first come first serve

Pretty sure I read that this one is not like the other SDCC exclusives this year.  As in not available to purchase online; Con and X Club only.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jun 06, 2017, 12:50:23 PM
If it isn't available online and you have to be a club member that's pretty lame  ::) (especially since I missed joining the club by like an hour)
I totally would have gotten 1 or 2 as K series aliens.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Jun 06, 2017, 02:01:35 PM
Yep, you are correct.  I must have misread that...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bilbo5000 on Jun 06, 2017, 06:44:17 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jun 06, 2017, 12:50:23 PM
If it isn't available online and you have to be a club member that's pretty lame  ::) (especially since I missed joining the club by like an hour)
I totally would have gotten 1 or 2 as K series aliens.

Yup,
I would have picked up 2 but I also missed out of the club. This one is going to coast me.  :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jun 09, 2017, 06:30:37 PM
The Defiance Alien packaging:

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/873171091497390080

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DB4gRQ5UAAAwJ7t.jpg)

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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 10, 2017, 09:04:39 AM
Nice looking figure, but it doesn't appeal to me all that much.  It's really just 'Stompy' with a cranial makeover.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 10, 2017, 07:31:55 PM
Love it. Been hoping for a Praetorian-styled thing for ages!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: The Monster´s mother on Jun 11, 2017, 02:15:06 AM
I just don't like that thing about Neca, they're too lazy. Maybe that's why I haven't buy them for a while.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jun 11, 2017, 05:00:48 AM
Quote from: The Monster´s mother on Jun 11, 2017, 02:15:06 AM
I just don't like that thing about Neca, they're too lazy. Maybe that's why I haven't buy them for a while.

Ok, I have to step in here for a second (and I'm not just being a 'NECA fan-boy').

It has NOTHING to do with being "lazy". 

NECA is a business, and a business' bottom line is to make money.

The fan base for action figures of this type is actually VERY small.  So, in order to make a profit (and thusly continue to provide action figures in the future) NECA absolutely must get the most use out of the VERY expensive injection molds that are used to make these figures.

This means that they will (and should) re-use parts where they can and still provide us with interesting figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 11, 2017, 05:57:16 AM
It's an appropriate argument on a case by case basis - and different people will have different points of view. 

For example, to have a complete set of compression suited Nostromo figures, it makes sense to re-use the same moulds and swap out the heads.  Casting the moulds in different colours and paint schemes is only logical way to go about it. 

Otherwise, there wouldn't be 5 of them (Kane, Ripley, Dallas, Amanda and the upcoming Lambert) to choose from.  I'm all for them using the moulds wisely in this way. 

Sometimes, however, it does appear that NECA mercilessly go out of their way to maximise return on their investment by re-using moulds with the most flimsy excuse.  Recast the Alien in blue and call it a Kenner tribute figure, for example.  ...or take the Stompy figure - an item that itself is a repurposing of the Alien figure - and give it a fresh head sculpt, release it and claim it's a Defiance comic book tribute. 

In the end, it comes down to quality and while we're at it let's face it, such figures become recognised as variants.  Other companies do it all the time, too.  At least NECA are attempting to bring some validity to their re-purposing.  Overall, I think it's a good thing but the sheer volume of content they are releasing certainly makes justifying buying all of their releases a difficult task. 

At least we are spoiled for choice; and that's a good thing, right?  So just pick and choose the ones you like.  Who knows?  Maybe one of these variants will become a favourite?  I particularly like their Stompy figure of all their releases to date.  2nd place would be the Dog Alien.

They've released 5 of those.  I have 2 and I'm happy with that.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jun 11, 2017, 01:37:43 PM
Has the new wave been released yet? The local TRU has nothing new and I want the ice blue Kool-Aid Alien dang nab it! :laugh:

Seriously.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Keyes on Jun 12, 2017, 04:49:44 PM
Bit late to the party, but just received the NECA Ripley jumpsuit figure from eBay, but can't help but feel the face, particularly the lips, look nothing like the previews seen online. How does everyone else's version compare?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: CelticP on Jun 12, 2017, 11:32:38 PM
Dunno if this is the place, but I've taken a lot of pictures of these figures and it's sorta become a weird off shoot hobby for my hobby. So here's a few if anyone is interested.

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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jun 12, 2017, 11:51:17 PM
Wow great pics! The first and third are fantastic.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 13, 2017, 12:07:14 AM
Great photos.  More please.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jun 13, 2017, 01:56:35 AM
All five are fantastic!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: CelticP on Jun 13, 2017, 05:17:14 AM
Here's a lot more

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and finally

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Some Predator ones too, but I'll throw those in the right thread. Glad ya dig 'em!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 13, 2017, 06:21:07 AM
amazing
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 13, 2017, 07:36:54 AM
This is fantastic:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2Fje1hL54.jpg&hash=76cbce9e18b893be86cb202517bd8a0d384cc73d)

The selective lighting of the figure in shadow behind the APE suited merc, the sense of menace in the narrative, composition of the shot... It's all there.  Too awesome.

Oh, and this one, too, for the same reasons:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FRnBb0KE.png&hash=5d2d064c7c907d500f5a7fc4f642405c4b7ba348)

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: El Diablo on Jun 13, 2017, 07:49:35 AM
Those pics look fantastic. I love the lighting.

I've dabbled in some similar stuff with my collection as well.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FuCf1byk.jpg&hash=5b7824f787075a219ebcb5bf7aef72441d964409)
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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Jun 13, 2017, 08:03:43 AM
Wow. The lighting and smoke effects in those really take them to another level. Great work!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: CelticP on Jun 13, 2017, 09:26:16 AM
Thanks all!

It started as an experiment for lighting but then I kept pushing it. Either going for mood or just to see how colorful I can paint these things.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bilbo5000 on Jun 13, 2017, 01:39:13 PM
I thought they were from the films!!!!
Damm...those look great!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jun 13, 2017, 09:18:56 PM
Quote from: CelticP on Jun 13, 2017, 09:26:16 AM
Thanks all!

It started as an experiment for lighting but then I kept pushing it. Either going for mood or just to see how colorful I can paint these things.

Well done! They all look incredible. My favorites are Alien 3 Ripley with the torch and the Alien getting spooked by fire. Great use of lighting and smoke effects. 👍🏻
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 14, 2017, 03:15:53 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FuCf1byk.jpg&hash=5b7824f787075a219ebcb5bf7aef72441d964409)

H     A      M      L      E      T


-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jun 14, 2017, 03:51:17 AM
You gotta love those Alien Isolation pics, but the rest is also superb! Nice pictures buddy! ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Jun 14, 2017, 02:11:26 PM
Anymore updates on Neca producing more 1/4 Aliens, specifically the Dog Alien?

I'm selling my entire action figure collection, besides a very few figures. The only figure I find worth actually displaying is the 1/4 original Big Chap. I would also be interested in the Dog Alien.

Other than that, I'm done with figs. So I really hope they make a 1/4 Dog Alien!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 14, 2017, 03:11:24 PM
I don't think there's any news on NECA's part to currently make any more 1/4 scale figures.  A dog ALIEN would be meat, though.

That, and a Predalien would be great, too!  Considering the stupid prices their older Predalien now goes for, a decent re-release would be welcome.  After all, both the Dog Alien and the Big Chap have had multiple releases - at least 5 apiece from NECA.

I'd also go for a 1/4 Stompy, as well.   I doubt that will happen ...but yer never know, huh. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Jun 14, 2017, 04:20:25 PM
The AvP Requiem stuff is supposed to be revisited in 2018 according to Randy on twitter
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jun 14, 2017, 05:35:40 PM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Jun 14, 2017, 02:11:26 PM
Anymore updates on Neca producing more 1/4 Aliens, specifically the Dog Alien?

I'm selling my entire action figure collection, besides a very few figures. The only figure I find worth actually displaying is the 1/4 original Big Chap. I would also be interested in the Dog Alien.

Other than that, I'm done with figs. So I really hope they make a 1/4 Dog Alien!

Do a list please. Also, would you send to overseas?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Jun 14, 2017, 10:23:26 PM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Jun 14, 2017, 05:35:40 PM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Jun 14, 2017, 02:11:26 PM
Anymore updates on Neca producing more 1/4 Aliens, specifically the Dog Alien?

I'm selling my entire action figure collection, besides a very few figures. The only figure I find worth actually displaying is the 1/4 original Big Chap. I would also be interested in the Dog Alien.

Other than that, I'm done with figs. So I really hope they make a 1/4 Dog Alien!

Do a list please. Also, would you send to overseas?

Most of the figures I have are not AvP.

I'm just listing everything on Ebay, No overseas shipping, though  :(

I'm going to be selling my:

- McFarlane LOST TV Series figure collection (loose)
- McFarlane X-Files figure collection (loose)
- Buffy the Vampire Slayer figure collection (loose)
- WWE Mattel figures (loose)
As well as some hockey merchandise, South Park dolls, and some CDs I no longer need. I doubt you're interested in any of this, but if so, maybe we could work out an overseas deal.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 15, 2017, 02:50:13 AM
i posted these in the post your collection, but it seems this is the more appropriate page for this

got all of my extreme sets out
here are all of the ones i thought could be aliens related

these sets will be put away most of the time...took them out when playing aliens all out with my son...never even took the aliens out lol it was just mostly human vs human action, as least not many aliens, never made the hive!

We have the Command Station set. This set is meant for 4 inch figures, but it seems to do ok for this setup.

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We have Sector 9, I am using it as a space station.

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We have the control center, which i am using for my Predator ship...at first I was using it for a building on a planet with the marines but switched it up for now...

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Then the Headquarters set, I am currently using it for a Weyland Yutani facility.
Including Charles or Michael Weyland, Burke, and David/Walter figure.

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Nela level 06, building on a planet, put the space jockey behind it...thought it could make some really cool fights with weyland yutani troops vs marines as they are researching the space jockey with my poor attempt at taking figures in scary lighting lol

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Then a Predator scene I'm working on...I won a lot of 5 more of those sacrificial victims...the display will be complete!

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the prometheus figures are available at neca amazin and ebay!
Awesome! Finally can't wait until tru puts them up! Should be a few days

ahh yes! neca finally set a release date for series 11!!!
JUNE 28th!!!! (they will be on their ebay store and amazon a few days prior, and toysrus.com a few days later usually) YES that means i will be able to get covenant and series 11 and vasquez shortly after july 4th when covenant figures are scheduled out! i thought series 11 would come later! nice!!!
finally have release dates for predator 30th anniversary figures, alien series 11, prometheus figures, and covenant figures all! and its all within about 2 weeks of now!!!
nice!!!!! time to start checking tru.com daily!

now...lets just hope we get the series 12 reveal on face hugger friday of this week...

continuing to make progress on my avp display! the grid piece will arrive in the next few days...then its done!!!!
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getting ready for the prometheus lost wave
this came in the mail today!!!!!
god i need more black goo canisters!
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anyone have any good ideas for a custom head for peter weyland?
i have a david body, just need a head, willing to repaint
(https://vignette1.wikia.nocookie.net/avp/images/3/39/Peter_Weyland.png/revision/latest?cb=20150429082734)

or a holloway?
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or a ford head? gonna use one of the extra prometheus females for her
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would go nice with my custom fifield, holloway, and janek
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jun 16, 2017, 05:30:35 PM
Ultimate Blue and Brown versions of the Aliens Warrior are on the way:

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/875759056182489088

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DCdRlDCUQAE6khO.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DCdRlQlUIAEVQfF.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DCdR1YBUwAUs0iq.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DCdSH9RUMAAsgIv.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jun 16, 2017, 05:34:32 PM
They added some finger articulation, and the knee joint looks to be on a swivel now. I might grab a few of them, you can never have to many warriors.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Jun 16, 2017, 07:50:48 PM
You can never have too many Xenomorphs.

re. one of the last posts - how did you create the giant Engineer head?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jun 16, 2017, 09:13:53 PM
It was confirmed on twitter that there will be 7 figures besides these two "Ultimate"  Xeno's. All of the figures will Aliens themed. I'm predicting Drake, and maybe Goreman and bomber jacket wearing Ripley. The others I have no idea.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jun 17, 2017, 02:02:24 AM
Awesome! Ive been wanting to get a warrior for a while, i have big chap and the dog alien. After that ill be needing the AC alien and hopefully they will make an AR alien.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 17, 2017, 02:18:37 AM
NECA have their hands full at the moment.  The new 'PROMETHEUS' Lost Wave figures just hit the online stores.  'ALIEN: Covenant' merch is just round the corner.  There's a bunch of new 'ALIENS' stuff coming soon, too.  I'd say early 2018 at the earliest for the already delayed 'ALIEN: Resurrection' content. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Jun 17, 2017, 09:17:20 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jun 16, 2017, 09:13:53 PMIt was confirmed on twitter that there will be 7 figures besides these two "Ultimate"  Xeno's. All of the figures will Aliens themed. I'm predicting Drake, and maybe Goreman and bomber jacket wearing Ripley. The others I have no idea.

Wierzbowski! ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 18, 2017, 04:23:25 AM
Quote from: Neomorph-01 on Jun 16, 2017, 07:50:48 PM
You can never have too many Xenomorphs.

re. one of the last posts - how did you create the giant Engineer head?
I'd like to know this, too.

And it's a good thing my current blue 'Aliens' Warrior is broken, it gives me an excuse to get the ultimate version. ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Spirit of Fire on Jun 18, 2017, 11:56:58 AM
Is NECA going to make that ALien: Covenant concept art figures like the alien with the skull face without the dome?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 19, 2017, 01:02:57 AM
would be super cool, but i think they said they are done with covenant
i could see a 1 off down the road possibly...


Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 18, 2017, 04:23:25 AM
Quote from: Neomorph-01 on Jun 16, 2017, 07:50:48 PM
You can never have too many Xenomorphs.

re. one of the last posts - how did you create the giant Engineer head?
I'd like to know this, too.

And it's a good thing my current blue 'Aliens' Warrior is broken, it gives me an excuse to get the ultimate version. ;D

at another alien forum, someone posted about that head at some website he said was Martinocatalano's
so i google Martinocatalano and its some wierd gigeresque custom website
http://www.martinocatalano.com/Prometheus.html
the guy was asking $228 no shipping...i was like hell no
shortly later, i found one on ebay i got for about $100 shipped
it is amazing...it is about half the size it should be from the movie, it is like the exact same size as my head, about 12 inches tall
looks gorgeous, doesnt feel fragile at all
very very happy to add that to my collection
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: pmaz11 on Jun 19, 2017, 04:49:37 AM
Nice collection you have there my friend! All the dioramas look great & glad you are happy with the Prometheus head as well! :)


Quote from: dHunter333 on Jun 19, 2017, 01:02:57 AM
would be super cool, but i think they said they are done with covenant
i could see a 1 off down the road possibly...


Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 18, 2017, 04:23:25 AM
Quote from: Neomorph-01 on Jun 16, 2017, 07:50:48 PM
You can never have too many Xenomorphs.

re. one of the last posts - how did you create the giant Engineer head?
I'd like to know this, too.

And it's a good thing my current blue 'Aliens' Warrior is broken, it gives me an excuse to get the ultimate version. ;D

at another alien forum, someone posted about that head at some website he said was Martinocatalano's
so i google Martinocatalano and its some wierd gigeresque custom website
http://www.martinocatalano.com/Prometheus.html
the guy was asking $228 no shipping...i was like hell no
shortly later, i found one on ebay i got for about $100 shipped
it is amazing...it is about half the size it should be from the movie, it is like the exact same size as my head, about 12 inches tall
looks gorgeous, doesnt feel fragile at all
very very happy to add that to my collection
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 20, 2017, 06:19:36 AM
The BBTS pre-order on the blue Ultimate Alien is sold out, that sucks. :(

It's probably for the best, most of the Warrior Aliens I've seen in the past had totally jacked up teeth so I'm probably better off picking this one up in person rather than rolling the dice that BBTS sends me a good one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Jun 20, 2017, 10:37:30 AM
I like these but ill wait to see if we get an ultimate big chap. I broke my ones leg at the hip
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 24, 2017, 06:10:57 AM
so series 12 is going to be
ripley with black jacket, looks great
vasquez without armor with pulse rifle and side arm, looks great
2 more battle damaged aliens (re releases on the slightly upgraded ultimate body)

there are still 3 more aliens figures to be revealed within the next month
a 2 pack i believe they will show us next week and some supposedly super awesome figure to be revealed at sdcc
according to how they worded it, i believe 2 of these 3 will be new characters from the aliens film
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 24, 2017, 06:16:28 AM
That's the way I see it too.  Right now, it's a guessing game as to which 2 'ALIENS' characters will be revealed at SDCC. 

I'm thinking Apone and Burke would be good candidates. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 24, 2017, 12:36:04 PM
Weirzbowski and Crowe
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 25, 2017, 05:34:20 AM
i get the impression we are going to see the 2 pack this upcoming friday
and 1 more aliens figure to be revealed at sdcc
my guess is 2 pack...god i am really having trouble guessing that one...burke gorman? that would be great...add the sign to added incentive to buy the "boring" characters
sdcc is apone that is my def guess

i doubt we'll be getting 3 new characters though, my guess is 2 new characters
sdcc apone and the 2 pack prob 1 new character and 1 re release...vasquez/drake 2 pack is only thing that comes to mind if that is the mentality
but i remember a year ago randy said he was talking to paul reiser at sdcc about a figure...gorman/burke 2 pack would fully complete everything from the 2nd half of the movie (minus queen egg sack!)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jun 27, 2017, 07:20:47 PM
The Alien: Covenant figures are finally in the NECA eBay store:


http://stores.ebay.com/TheNECAStore/_i.html?_nkw=alien&submit=Search&_sid=1135840158
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Jun 29, 2017, 05:15:38 PM
Burke and domed Warrior 2 pack.

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/880426898559569923
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Jun 29, 2017, 05:28:01 PM
Quote from: drsmuts on Jun 29, 2017, 05:15:38 PM
Burke and domed Warrior 2 pack.

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/880426898559569923

damn, they are going back to the weird faces.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jun 29, 2017, 08:00:36 PM
To be fair that's arguably his most "iconic" look from the movie  ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jun 29, 2017, 09:03:33 PM
Yeah, that face is perfect for an Alien invasion. A calm face would look weird
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Jun 29, 2017, 09:19:50 PM
Burke is brilliant!

Makes total sense to pack him in with a creature too.

While I am very happy with the collection as it stands, I will continue to hope for Ferro. If they can do Burke, anything is possible!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 29, 2017, 10:31:38 PM
I can honestly say I never expected to see a Burke figure announced! This is pretty awesome!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SM on Jun 30, 2017, 01:22:09 AM
How far have toys come?  Remember the days of 'Ripley frags 'em with the turbo torch!'


'Burke battles Colonial Administration for exclusive riiiiiiiights!'
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 30, 2017, 02:34:11 AM
Quote from: SM on Jun 30, 2017, 01:22:09 AM
'Burke battles Colonial Administration for exclusive riiiiiiiights!'
Hahaha, well played :D

Paul Reiser is a class act:

https://twitter.com/PaulReiser/status/880437760892579844
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jun 30, 2017, 04:10:08 AM
Burke's face is right on for this release, hilarious 😂

Now where is Dillon? :(
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Rankles75 on Jun 30, 2017, 04:14:01 AM
This amuses me way too much!   ;D

Finally, justice for the true hero of Hadley's Hope...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Jun 30, 2017, 04:34:12 PM
Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Jun 29, 2017, 09:03:33 PM
Yeah, that face is perfect for an Alien invasion. A calm face would look weird

Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Jun 30, 2017, 04:10:08 AM
Burke's face is right on for this release, hilarious 😂


Didnt know there are that many people creating scenes with their toys that it's ok to have specific expressions for figs.

As long as they release another it's fine. I just hope this is not the only Burke.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Rankles75 on Jun 30, 2017, 05:51:23 PM
I just have a hard time imagining someone saying "You know what's missing from my life? A Carter Burke action figure..." ;D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bio Mech Hunter on Jun 30, 2017, 11:19:24 PM
Quote from: Rankles75 on Jun 30, 2017, 05:51:23 PM
I just have a hard time imagining someone saying "You know what's missing from my life? A Carter Burke action figure..." ;D
IKR. XD
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Richman678 on Jul 01, 2017, 01:48:03 AM
Burke, Carter J

You know what I'm gonna buy one
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jul 01, 2017, 02:06:42 AM
i'm gonna buy 2 2 packs!
maybe 3!!!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Zaxxon64 on Jul 02, 2017, 07:57:09 PM
I wont spent a cent on this franchise anymore. Ridley killed it. ::)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jul 02, 2017, 10:49:58 PM
Quote from: Zaxxon64 on Jul 02, 2017, 07:57:09 PM
I wont spent a cent on this franchise anymore. Ridley killed it. ::)
Or you can support what film(s) of the franchise you really enjoy.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: ts124 on Jul 03, 2017, 04:01:20 AM
Quote from: Zaxxon64 on Jul 02, 2017, 07:57:09 PM
I wont spent a cent on this franchise anymore. Ridley killed it. ::)
Well it died in the 90's after Alien 3 so there wasnt much life to begin with

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Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Jul 04, 2017, 05:27:42 PM
Seeing a Burke action figure is kinda weird, but hey, none can deny it's really nicely done ; catches the true essence of this treacherous -and yet weak- character. I'm not complaining at all, like the game-over face for Hudson I enjoy seeing this kind of expression for figures.
The domed warrior is absolutely pointless though IMO...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: WolfPredator89 on Jul 11, 2017, 02:50:54 AM
Finally i am the proudful owner of an alien queen, glad Neca decided to re release her, she instantly became my favorite piece in my collection
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi50.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff316%2FMilohiodeo%2F20170710_231006_zps9u4yqnhk.jpg&hash=091a5bbc5a28ea674d90f8638e8cd4e99cee3d6e)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi50.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff316%2FMilohiodeo%2F20170710_231059_zps5zf3k2iz.jpg&hash=2c53f8529240bcff91dfb3cb9d9832e9ac1c555a)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi50.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff316%2FMilohiodeo%2F20170710_231138_zpsco4tld1q.jpg&hash=1af80191515844ae1d3d6cbf3b8ac17198afb4b4)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jul 14, 2017, 11:10:24 PM
The Defiance Alien and Kenner Blue Warrior are both up on the NECA eBay store now:

http://stores.ebay.com/TheNECAStore/_i.html?_nkw=alien&submit=Search&_sid=1135840158
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jul 14, 2017, 11:55:39 PM
Yay! The time finally arrives to pick up the ice blue warrior!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 15, 2017, 01:48:34 AM
Oh, Hell.  My wallet is crying, now.

-Windebieste.

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Jul 16, 2017, 09:16:11 PM
My wallet screams some times - Xenomorphs for army building, humans (1 version as it is, duplicates to covert into new characters), and don't get me started on Predators.

...But I still enjoy them. :)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jul 17, 2017, 05:46:39 AM
Quote from: Neomorph-01 on Jul 16, 2017, 09:16:11 PM
My wallet screams some times - Xenomorphs for army building, humans (1 version as it is, duplicates to covert into new characters), and don't get me started on Predators.

...But I still enjoy them. :)

This^
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jul 19, 2017, 08:12:38 PM
They're heeeeere!

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20139848_10154613053970474_3622291288668600996_n.jpg?oh=04cddd30cec5f04feadc4a39aad0f731&oe=59C615FE)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Jul 20, 2017, 12:37:55 AM
Just saw this on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/neca_toys/status/887823592066396161 (https://twitter.com/neca_toys/status/887823592066396161)

I may have to pick this up!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Jul 20, 2017, 12:53:27 AM
Where is that from?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Jul 20, 2017, 01:01:37 AM
The AVP arcade game, I think.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Jul 20, 2017, 01:28:36 AM
Cool
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jul 20, 2017, 02:51:46 AM
Oh, that's not all...
Full reveal here:
http://news.toyark.com/2017/07/19/sdcc-2017-gallery-neca-aliens-predator-260305?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jul 20, 2017, 04:01:19 AM
Quote from: GQSioux on Jul 19, 2017, 08:12:38 PM
They're heeeeere!

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20139848_10154613053970474_3622291288668600996_n.jpg?oh=04cddd30cec5f04feadc4a39aad0f731&oe=59C615FE)
The ice blue is just awesome!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 20, 2017, 04:06:14 AM
I'm waiting on BBTS to fill my preorder of the Defiance Alien.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 20, 2017, 04:14:20 AM
Ya.  I gotta admit the Kenner inspired blue item is super attractive.  Definitely getting my hands on one of those. 

As for the Defiance Alien?  hmmm...  if there were no other Alien items on my want list, this would be higher up the list.  As it is, it's a looong way down.  It's on there but not as big a priority to me as say, Burke and the domed Cameralien.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jul 20, 2017, 06:09:04 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jul 20, 2017, 02:51:46 AM
Oh, that's not all...
Full reveal here:
http://news.toyark.com/2017/07/19/sdcc-2017-gallery-neca-aliens-predator-260305?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook


F#CK YEAH! AVP is my favorite beat´m up from Capcom and those aliens looks rad! Now if only Neca could make a Jin Kurosawa and Schaefer figure, I´ll be in heaven.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jul 20, 2017, 08:42:59 AM
And check out the extending action on the Chrysalis Alien
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Hemi on Jul 20, 2017, 09:09:34 AM
Ok... Neca needs to get these in a game. These models would be perfect for a FPS fragfest ala Killing Floor.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Jul 20, 2017, 09:54:59 AM
Still waiting on a Resurrection xenomorph.

All these newly announced guys look great.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 20, 2017, 10:28:00 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.reactiongifs.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2013%2F09%2Foh-my-takei.gif&hash=3778aab049843fab0349eae35d7a3b45ae5fb533)

I just love how NECA will go outside the box a little bit and really dig in. Love love love it. Definitely want these.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Jul 20, 2017, 10:42:40 AM
YEEEEEEAAAAS. ;D ;D ;D LOVING the avp arcade figures!!!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Jul 20, 2017, 12:24:31 PM
Do the AvP guys have names or descriptions in the game?  Wondering what they are going to call them...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Jul 20, 2017, 12:31:11 PM
I'm going to have to start keeping these at work with how quickly my shelf space is dwindling.  :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Master on Jul 20, 2017, 12:34:18 PM
Quote from: lightsyder on Jul 20, 2017, 12:24:31 PM
Do the AvP guys have names or descriptions in the game?  Wondering what they are going to call them...

Boss characters do have a name.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Jul 20, 2017, 03:08:18 PM
Purple alien = Razor Claws
Shelled alien = Chrysalis
Blueish alien = Arachnoid
Blue predator = Mad Predator
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dcsat on Jul 20, 2017, 10:33:30 PM
For those interested...here's the game: http://www.gamesra.com/play/aliens-vs-predator/547

Controls for me were X C V B, space bar, and enter. Enjoy!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Jul 20, 2017, 11:50:48 PM
the AVP game aliens look nice, the Chrysalis looks small. But the preds are 100% disappointment.

They just repainted a Jungle and a City hunter. And the City Hunter doesnt look like anything in the game. The Pred hunter only has the City Hunter armor on the character select screen but the other Pred doesnt look like he looks in the character select screen. He looks like the gameplay art, this is a mess. It looks like for the Preds they just went with a new paint job and that's it. Forget matching anything. Either match both to the gameplay, or character select, or both to the cutscenes. 

Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Jul 21, 2017, 12:54:45 AM
The Aliens and Predators are up for pre-order on BBTS:
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/VariationDetails/56532 (https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/VariationDetails/56532)

https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/VariationDetails/56533 (https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/VariationDetails/56533)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Hemi on Jul 21, 2017, 07:30:02 AM
Kinda love that Chrysalis design... Looks freaky.. :D
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: zornax on Jul 21, 2017, 08:11:36 AM
the AVP arcade game was great, and these figures look pretty faithful to the imaginative designs in that game. the side views are obviously meant to evoke the look of the sprites and they really do.

could this have something to do with a rerelease of the game? one could hope.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: mythology on Jul 21, 2017, 09:04:15 AM
Were all thinking about razor claws in that pose. A facehugger finally got freddy krueger.

It looks like they used the character selection art instead of the in-game sprites. That explains p2 hunter. But i just can't say no to mad predator. xD Blue predator + Blue alien fighting in a Blue or cold world.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 21, 2017, 12:41:13 PM
I'm still bitter about not seeing Drake...but I'm sold on those Xeno's. They don't look as cartoony as their predator counter parts.
I hope this means NECA will venture into other games like AVP2010 and ACM. All the player models from those games would make awesome figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 21, 2017, 01:50:02 PM
Would be amazing to see a rerelease of the game online or on current consoles
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DaddyYautja on Jul 21, 2017, 04:23:30 PM
Quote from: zornax on Jul 21, 2017, 08:11:36 AM
the AVP arcade game was great, and these figures look pretty faithful to the imaginative designs in that game. the side views are obviously meant to evoke the look of the sprites and they really do.

could this have something to do with a rerelease of the game? one could hope.

And they could be completely faithful by giving the hunter the right head. I would very interested in hearing the explanation for why he got a mask that is never seen in the game. Not even in he arcade cabinet art.

Quote from: mythology on Jul 21, 2017, 09:04:15 AM
It looks like they used the character selection art instead of the in-game sprites. That explains p2 hunter. But i just can't say no to mad predator. xD Blue predator + Blue alien fighting in a Blue or cold world.

After a bit of research the character select screen and in the cutscenes he has the City Hunter armor, it's just that is some cutscenes they just didnt go into detail and it looks a bit different because of that, but the mask does change. He has the prototype/gort mask for cutscenes and in the character select screen, in game, and cabinet art, he has the standard jungle hunter mask.



Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Hemi on Jul 21, 2017, 09:50:40 PM
I want all these models in one big frag fest of a game, horde mode survival, going "RAaaaaaahhh" while playing Hudson and taunting the sht out of my keyboard. "you want some to?? FCK YOU!!"

is this really to much to ask?? 😂
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jul 22, 2017, 06:08:48 PM
Those look fantastic, especially the Razor Claws and Chrysalis Aliens! And I really like the shade of blue they went with for the Mad Predator, and just the other figures in general. There's a smoothness and softness to them that I really like.

Think I'm going to have to try and pick up Razor Claws and Chrysalis at some point at the very least. And I really like that Chrysalis has an extendable head too. Dammit NECA, stop putting out so many figures I want but can't afford!

Wonder if we might see a Royal Guard from the game at all at some point, or if they held off on that one in lieu of doing an "official" Praetorian at some point.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fmugenfreeforall.com%2Fapplications%2Fcore%2Finterface%2Fimageproxy%2Fimageproxy.php%3Fimg%3Dhttps%3A%2F%2Flh6.googleusercontent.com%2F-WZ3GCKloKMk%2FVYm6Sg0_XZI%2FAAAAAAAADq0%2FHK-h6Un-G9A%2Fw256-h131-no%2Froyal.gif%26amp%3Bkey%3D15a981189acbeb58127717765cefc163e2be0207cda71dedc8f3484c6215d644&hash=bcf1e41b96a930d5cf58c6c9e60005b602072b7a)

And yup, it'd be great if we could get that game on consoles. It's a classic. I don't think it's ever been released officially outside of the arcades, but man would I pay good money for a proper release.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 23, 2017, 05:49:07 AM
Quote from: Kailem on Jul 22, 2017, 06:08:48 PM
Wonder if we might see a Royal Guard from the game at all at some point, or if they held off on that one in lieu of doing an "official" Praetorian at some point.
We kind of did get an official Praetorian, with the newly released Defiance Alien based on the comic series.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jul 23, 2017, 06:56:15 AM
Nabbed this guy at the NECA booth at San Diego Comic-Con today!

(https://scontent-lax3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20228856_10154623211565474_1343877774814268066_n.jpg?oh=257bb264c536f8fbf0f52c71c269a0d7&oe=59EF381E)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jul 23, 2017, 04:31:20 PM
That's cool, hopefully wasn't too pricey!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jul 23, 2017, 06:00:42 PM
It was $30 at the NECA booth. But other merch vendors were already selling it for $45-$60!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jul 23, 2017, 07:51:14 PM
Good price for a Neca exclusive. Apparently the other vendors wanted an extra $20 for them to walk a few hundred feet. Greedy bastards :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jul 23, 2017, 08:34:29 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 23, 2017, 05:49:07 AM
Quote from: Kailem on Jul 22, 2017, 06:08:48 PM
Wonder if we might see a Royal Guard from the game at all at some point, or if they held off on that one in lieu of doing an "official" Praetorian at some point.
We kind of did get an official Praetorian, with the newly released Defiance Alien based on the comic series.

True, though at some point I'd imagine they'll probably do a full-on Praetorian with a bigger crest and stuff. But the release of the Defiance Alien could well have been why they decided against the Royal Guard for this particular lineup.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Jul 25, 2017, 05:48:43 AM
Opened it today:

(https://scontent-lax3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20264782_10154628771255474_2488177349052908825_n.jpg?oh=e1547d0553224567c5c985ffc33a1f4e&oe=59F5CD9E)

(https://scontent-lax3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20265108_10154628772055474_2914084735298665938_n.jpg?oh=138ce67cab4008daf3a565d9a926b2e6&oe=5A01D99B)

(https://scontent-lax3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20374343_10154628775385474_6145930067290094629_n.jpg?oh=c9a248625d8dd8cc06864f9b100f0120&oe=59F1D09E)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 27, 2017, 03:23:52 PM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4295/35336623963_06bc59b0d8_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/VQzrci)

What's the far left figure in this picture?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Jul 27, 2017, 04:07:18 PM
That is the Aliens Arcade game Xenomorph. The pink one.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 27, 2017, 05:52:30 PM
I completely forgot about that one. Has it been released?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Jul 27, 2017, 06:01:14 PM
I'm pretty sure it has.


Yeah. Just found it here

https://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=Neca+aliens+arcade
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Bob Saget on Jul 28, 2017, 05:48:21 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 27, 2017, 05:52:30 PM
I completely forgot about that one. Has it been released?

Yea I got mine in the states a month ago
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 28, 2017, 07:35:51 AM
Thanks fellas. Haven't noticed this one on my side of the pond yet (I tend to buy in person).
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 29, 2017, 01:12:21 AM
(https://scontent-lax3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20374343_10154628775385474_6145930067290094629_n.jpg?oh=c9a248625d8dd8cc06864f9b100f0120&oe=59F1D09E)

Gah!  So the Defiance Alien comes with the almost-useful-but-largely-shitty-display-stand that 'Stompy' has?

Being a re-purposed version of 'Stompy', I am not surprised. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Aug 02, 2017, 12:55:46 PM
Weird question: has Randy been off Twitter this week?  I haven't seen any updates.  Wondering if I might've been kicked off without realising it.  Can't imagine that I've done anything to warrantbeing kicked off, but his last tweet that I can read says he would be tweeting again the next day, after a busy time at SDCC.  That was six days ago.

Just thought I'd ask the question here where I know folk read NECA's Twitter feed.

So as not to completely derail the thread; I caved and had a friend pick up the Sewer Mutation xenomorph for me.  Not entirely sure where it will fit in the collection, but as an Aliens and Ninja Turtles fan I could justify the purchase to myself! ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 02, 2017, 01:15:55 PM
Was there a 'Facehugger Friday' post this past week?  I don't remember seeing one.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Aug 03, 2017, 12:15:41 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jul 29, 2017, 01:12:21 AM
(https://scontent-lax3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/20374343_10154628775385474_6145930067290094629_n.jpg?oh=c9a248625d8dd8cc06864f9b100f0120&oe=59F1D09E)

Gah!  So the Defiance Alien comes with the almost-useful-but-largely-shitty-display-stand that 'Stompy' has?

Being a re-purposed version of 'Stompy', I am not surprised. 

-Windebieste.

Yup, it's just Stompy with a new head and the same stand. Here's another photo:

(https://scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com/t51.2885-15/s750x750/sh0.08/e35/20398499_292850511189871_3740890594688368640_n.jpg?ig_cache_key=MTU2OTM2MjM3NzIyODIzNTg3NQ%3D%3D.2)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 10, 2017, 01:53:07 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3232.jpg&hash=9e54139e6993c33dda0c83013e773dcd4dcd3c8f)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3239.jpg&hash=201d88f110d28c9995b461602e316d102ccc8dfa)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3240.jpg&hash=f14215393b5525f2d4dc1ea549c092ef85e9efb6)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3193.jpg&hash=836a0918e16b24189d698d9921c914add344e485)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3268.jpg&hash=e1a8c594cb5babf524605d504da6c4fc84d87dcc)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 10, 2017, 02:39:13 AM
The Defiance Alien doesn't actually have an extending inner jaw, does it?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 10, 2017, 02:41:18 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Aug 10, 2017, 02:39:13 AM
The Defiance Alien doesn't actually have an extending inner jaw, does it?
Yes it does.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Aug 10, 2017, 02:43:23 AM
Nice pics man. Poor Newt!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 10, 2017, 08:37:31 AM
Is that a Halo cryotube?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 10, 2017, 12:30:18 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Aug 10, 2017, 08:37:31 AM
Is that a Halo cryotube?
Yes it is.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Aug 10, 2017, 01:29:28 PM
I picked up the Defiance xeno and as of right now it's tied with the Kenner Gorilla tribute for my favorite xeno spot. The only thing keeping it from number one are the leg.

I like the height, and I dig the look of them, but they aren't practical for a figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Aug 10, 2017, 02:19:00 PM
I canceled my order of the Defiance xeno, now I'm regretting it.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Aug 11, 2017, 01:16:27 AM
What did you use for your diorama pieces and what did you do spray paint them? Im trying to make multiple sets for a stop motion film length film similar to Alien Isolations atmosphere or the original Alien.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Aug 11, 2017, 10:19:51 AM
Still no love from NECA on Twitter as to how to Get Col Cameron shipped to Australia.

How are you planning to get him (if indeed you are), Windy?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 11, 2017, 11:10:04 AM
It's not really a figure that I find appealing so I won't bother with this item.   NECA are just making too much stuff and it's hard to decide sometimes but I'll let this one go.  Now, that Burke and Domed cameralien 2 pack is really appealing and if it's not released here I know exactly what I'll do.

I'll order it and have it sent to a guy I know in the US.  After I've ordered a dozen or so items, he sends me a big box full of stuff.  Sometimes, it even arrives before such items are released here, if at all, and the combined shipping is less than half if I was having them all sent individually. 

I had a box arrive yesterday, actually.  Among other things it contained a set of 3 Super7 blind box ReAction Aliens and another 3 Kenner 18"ers.   Can't get these item here so having them shipped all in one big box is the cheapest way to bring them into the country and the cost is basicly reduced to $10 per item for international postage.

If Colonel Cameron was on my want list and not available here, that's what I would do.  Mind you, it can take a few weeks or a couple months for my friend to receive all the goods I order.   Amazing thing is once he's got them all together, packed and sent; it takes a week for such a shipment to arrive from his place to my doorstep. 

Totally worth it and once every 4 months or so is like Christmas.   This way anything that becomes available in the US is available to me without too much problem - I just have to be patient. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Otter on Aug 11, 2017, 11:04:29 PM
Thanks for the response, sounds like a pretty sweet set-up you've got.

I'll keep pestering NECA on Twitter, but if I don't get a response I will have to resort to eBay. 

Burke can be had through Popcultcha, so that's how I'll be getting him.  I asked them whether they'd be stocking Col Cameron, as they have a few other exclusives, but they couldn't confirm one way or the other at the time.

I get what you're saying about NECA releasing so many things; I have limited myself to '86 Aliens, and '87 Predator stuff... In my book, Cameron counts. ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Aug 11, 2017, 11:38:34 PM
I'm very happy with my 2015 NECA original Alien. It's all I want and all I'll ever need.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Aug 12, 2017, 05:26:44 AM
neca is making a lot
but i'm loving it
series 12 is due out in less than 2 weeks! series 11 just hit shelves! love it!
series 12 due out 8/25 i believe, we should have them shipping from neca ebay/amazon/alien club a couple days before
cannot wait to build that cardboard diorama!
i bought 2 of them to make a full circle!
the marine accessory pack is due out 9/5 per neca, finally here!
next we have ultimate xenos, burke 2 pack, the 3 arcade aliens (all probably coming out before the year ends)
and i'm sure kenner series 13 will be right around the corner too!
i love my neca toys!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 25, 2017, 03:08:43 AM
Some recent shots I've done.
Some serious... and not so serious.  ;D
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3399.jpg&hash=7c05a3595d774a8b04f7d3e7da0c75ae2b458bb7)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3398.jpg&hash=fe12d5cb7602c9ed89d408cd94a9e77a6c308c8e)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3432.jpg&hash=c1677305c8fca3700a54eb72c91e336a33ffdd32)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FF59CE752-2924-4E1C-A52D-BFAD1D82506F.png&hash=6a3e373a7409d6d72621c3f0f5312dc27465259a)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FE7D1A65C-F859-4E52-B86D-D8D66395B81D.png&hash=845eccd0af34e2675b06067957b9c48b6fe8a449)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 25, 2017, 03:35:17 AM
Good work as usual.  Mind you, OPERATION: MILF SQUAD.  lol. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Aug 25, 2017, 07:59:40 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Aug 25, 2017, 03:08:43 AM(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3399.jpg&hash=7c05a3595d774a8b04f7d3e7da0c75ae2b458bb7)

Holy sheet, I didn't even realise that was a photo of a figure until I saw the others! Nice!

Quote from: Sabres21768 on Aug 25, 2017, 03:08:43 AM(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FF59CE752-2924-4E1C-A52D-BFAD1D82506F.png&hash=6a3e373a7409d6d72621c3f0f5312dc27465259a)

Lol. Nice.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Aug 25, 2017, 10:35:08 PM
got series 12 today
i bought 2x series 11 and 2x series 12 i was planning to make 2x the diorama and connect it into a perfect circle
unfortunately it doesnt work that way...it seems like it would but about 11 of the 12 make a perfect circle and still dont fit right...

by the way you cannot fit the pulse rifle attachment to older pulse rifles, they have to have a hole in the front
the attachment for vasquez's pulse rifle and ripley's are different, vasquez's pulse rifle has no strap attached (screen accurate i believe), and ripley's does
the attachment has room for the strap on ripleys, not on vasquez's...mildly interesting
i could still see them making another ripley, the ripley in the battle where hudson/vasquez died had no bomber jacket on, but the top part of her jumpsuit still up

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4379/36664360791_4dba013e3e_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4434/36664370241_6f55b2fc6c_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4428/35994752393_f0c2e9a1e6_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4347/35994756913_a182c1e21c_b.jpg)
just cause
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4374/35994768183_64e295d59b_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4338/35969233564_4a9184b2fe_b.jpg)
all the ripleys
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4429/35994767613_c3c946a37e_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4340/35969232364_f7d068361e_b.jpg)
Charles Weyland: "We finally have the specimen..."
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4440/35994766783_e6e0802fdf_b.jpg)
these are the 2 old ones
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4335/35969231484_09cb398300_b.jpg)
i now have 6 battle damaged xenos...i didnt realy need more than the original 2...
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4442/35994765983_70417a1f38_b.jpg)
the original one is much more green
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4369/36407006630_31abb5b6cd_b.jpg)
new vs old
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4374/35994764903_70690965da_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4335/36407004750_29fcd34f3d_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4351/35994763893_f6b14961fe_b.jpg)



oh and btw toysrus.com has series 12 all figures up free shipping, they also have covenant xeno and neo up free shipping
still no lambert though...
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenophobia on Aug 26, 2017, 04:23:08 PM
(https://flic.kr/p/XQzySb)
(https://flic.kr/p/XTjUMx)
Hi my avp warrior has just arrived 1 hour ago  ;) but as you can see it's shoulder is white/silver painted.  :-X I thought this figure was clear black  ??? How is the normal paintjob ?  Arms legs foots even the tail has white/silver lines  :( Is it poorly painted ? If normal paint is clear black is there a way I can paint over this that will not look odd  ???
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 26, 2017, 07:57:50 PM
That is the normal paint app on that figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenophobia on Aug 28, 2017, 11:31:24 AM
Hey thanks for the answer  8) but don't you think it's shoulder is oddly white/silver ?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zAtaOM-SvZ0 this one looks more black  ???
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 29, 2017, 12:16:48 AM
So, I've been watching ALIENS and felt a little inspired.
More pics to come.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3483.jpg&hash=9236e604df7efca8fb7d33096d414fee049d1e20)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3490.jpg&hash=506ba58d2c552d08fdcc54eac53427a4178abbba)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 29, 2017, 01:15:17 AM
Will you please stop being so f**king awesome with these photos? 

...stop it. 

JUST STOP RIGHT NOW COZ TOO MUCH AWESOME IS HURTING MY HEAD.

;D

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Aug 29, 2017, 02:50:03 AM
You, Sabres, win the internet today. Literally look directly out of the film quality.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Aug 29, 2017, 03:17:12 AM
that is truly amazing
*signs up for sabres school of action figure picture taking*
that is BEAUTIFUL
love it
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 29, 2017, 07:32:54 AM
Feels somewhat redundant to say at this piece but gorgeous pictures, Sabres!


Also, dHunter333, awesome setup too. Is that the re-release of the environment that NECA did?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: El Diablo on Aug 29, 2017, 10:44:04 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Aug 29, 2017, 12:16:48 AM
So, I've been watching ALIENS and felt a little inspired.
More pics to come.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3483.jpg&hash=9236e604df7efca8fb7d33096d414fee049d1e20)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3490.jpg&hash=506ba58d2c552d08fdcc54eac53427a4178abbba)

Goddamn! That's awesome.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 30, 2017, 03:34:26 AM
Thanks guys.

"LET'S ROCK!"
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3542.jpg&hash=25859d79656552c4977a113fe31728f8b239f225)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Aug 30, 2017, 10:39:42 AM
You are going to make windebieste have cardiac arrest :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 30, 2017, 04:43:46 PM
"Game over man...game over!"
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3589.jpg&hash=ae50912718c071d545e6511023cb3f4cf8eb36d7)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Aug 31, 2017, 02:39:38 AM
And down goes windebieste. :laugh:
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Iron Infililtrator on Aug 31, 2017, 03:20:55 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Aug 30, 2017, 04:43:46 PM
"Game over man...game over!"
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3589.jpg&hash=ae50912718c071d545e6511023cb3f4cf8eb36d7)
That looks amazingly done man!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 31, 2017, 03:32:17 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3542.jpg&hash=25859d79656552c4977a113fe31728f8b239f225)

Action figure?  Nah.  No way.  It must be some hardcore SDCC cosplayer showing off their mad fashion design skills. 

Seriously, this is so cool. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Iron Infililtrator on Aug 31, 2017, 03:47:57 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Aug 31, 2017, 03:32:17 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3542.jpg&hash=25859d79656552c4977a113fe31728f8b239f225)

Action figure?  Nah.  No way.  It must be some hardcore SDCC cosplayer showing off their mad fashion design skills. 

Seriously, this is so cool. 

-Windebieste.
You should request to have these put up on the Global or Galaxy Gallery.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 31, 2017, 04:46:19 AM
I got a better idea... I'll put 'em up on my own website - which is even more relevant to this content. 

I think I actually asked sabres about it some time back - just hadn't gotten around to it yet.  Been thoroughly tied up with other stuff.   

Still want to though.  :)

We'll get there...

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 31, 2017, 08:22:51 AM
Feel free to use them dude.
I make them for people to enjoy.  ;)

"Talk to me Frosty."
(Had to use Vasquez since we don't have a Drake yet)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3612.jpg&hash=3f06fed5db4b1f3032ad7f1f736cebc41f6f13d6)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Iron Infililtrator on Aug 31, 2017, 11:46:16 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Aug 31, 2017, 04:46:19 AM
I got a better idea... I'll put 'em up on my own website - which is even more relevant to this content. 

I think I actually asked sabres about it some time back - just hadn't gotten around to it yet.  Been thoroughly tied up with other stuff.   

Still want to though.  :)

We'll get there...

-Windebieste.
Another Alien content Site? Signature added!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Aug 31, 2017, 11:57:00 PM
@Iron Infililtrator: haha...  Yeah.  I don't really know how many sites are active at the moment.  It would be a short list.  Not too many I know of right now but over the years, many have come and gone.

@Sabres21768:    Absolutely.  It's on my list of content to be added to the site.  No matter how much work gets done in this regard, that list doesn't appear to be getting any shorter.  Which is a good thing, actually.  :)


-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Iron Infililtrator on Sep 01, 2017, 12:16:22 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Aug 31, 2017, 11:57:00 PM
@Iron Infililtrator: haha...  Yeah.  I don't really know how many sites are active at the moment.  It would be a short list.  Not too many I know of right now but over the years, many have come and gone


-Windebieste.
Hopefully yours is here to stay? I was wondering what happened to the book? Is it out yet?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Sep 02, 2017, 02:35:04 AM
Continuing the ALIENS theme...
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3625.jpg&hash=e4b69e1214a4a31f26574096c0383f6d1b2dcdea)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Sep 02, 2017, 05:38:01 AM
sabres...i love you and i just let you
"Looks like love at first sight to me..."
"Oh he likes you Burke..."


Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Aug 29, 2017, 07:32:54 AM
Feels somewhat redundant to say at this piece but gorgeous pictures, Sabres!


Also, dHunter333, awesome setup too. Is that the re-release of the environment that NECA did?

not 100% sure what you meant, but if you are asking if its the alien club neca pop up exclusive re release of the old european exclusive (i think?) then yes, i bought 2x of them
3 pieces came with series 11, and 3 came with series 12 if you bought from the neca store via the alien club
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SNAFU84 on Sep 04, 2017, 12:37:48 PM
Does anyone know where to get the table/desk that is displayed with the Arsenal Set and the Creature Pack?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Sep 04, 2017, 02:47:48 PM
Quote from: SNAFU84 on Sep 04, 2017, 12:37:48 PM
Does anyone know where to get the table/desk that is displayed with the Arsenal Set and the Creature Pack?
Yes, it comes with the Diamond Select Edward Nygma action figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SNAFU84 on Sep 04, 2017, 03:08:26 PM
You are awesome!  Thank you!

Quote from: Sabres21768 on Sep 04, 2017, 02:47:48 PM
Quote from: SNAFU84 on Sep 04, 2017, 12:37:48 PM
Does anyone know where to get the table/desk that is displayed with the Arsenal Set and the Creature Pack?
Yes, it comes with the Diamond Select Edward Nygma action figure.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Sep 06, 2017, 11:30:29 PM
A couple of more from the ALIENS series.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3636.jpg&hash=b49fce0295825c20a0ebf5d200b6be8c79d3fce3)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3602_1.jpg&hash=598b2f479233466883f28e1b70d95188f0c294b2)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Sep 07, 2017, 04:24:11 AM
Those are great!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Sep 07, 2017, 02:22:00 PM
"Christ kid...look out!"
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3662.jpeg&hash=d9100cd230fecde05e49dccbb1700a6f4b95765b)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Sep 07, 2017, 03:11:34 PM
Starting to think you need to make a full still movie... I am sure winde will agree!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Sep 07, 2017, 07:02:20 PM
sabres...those pics almost bring tears to my eyes...
just arrived!
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4441/36918477962_ed31b68dae_b.jpg)
brought out my entire battalion in preparation
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4361/36947421411_c99f19f1cb_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4391/36947420511_edd0d2a083_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4378/36253644974_5f8d98316e_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4429/36947418391_d09dafc8dd_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4365/36253643734_7c7b85d842_b.jpg)


messing around with the neca cardboard display, as i pushed the cardboard pieces all the way in, it could make a perfect circle more or less
here are my 16 custom characters from the movie, not finished...not sure when i'll ever get back to working on them
ferro, drake need quite a bit more work
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4419/36887237412_ce56e27079_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4332/36223126764_7bdc9fe729_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4426/36887236602_7fbf470d87_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4410/36223125594_ecc2188598_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4340/36887235852_ea3694c194_b.jpg)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 07, 2017, 08:41:26 PM
Are those members of the SGC I see in there? That's a badass collection!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Sep 08, 2017, 05:32:11 AM
SG-1 lending a hand!  That's awesome!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Sep 08, 2017, 02:28:58 PM
You could make your own online comic using all these figures
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 08, 2017, 02:44:11 PM
Alien Loves Predator, anyone?  ;D

(go Google it)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Sep 09, 2017, 05:40:07 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Sep 08, 2017, 02:44:11 PM
Alien Loves Predator, anyone?  ;D

(go Google it)
That takes me back, haha.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Sep 09, 2017, 08:20:30 AM
You will risk being subject to some of the most outlandish Gay porn fan art ever.  BEWARE!  lol.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: SNAFU84 on Sep 09, 2017, 09:55:16 AM
I can't wait for my Arsenal Sets to arrive!  I feel so left out seeing everyone else get theirs. :(

I wish I had ordered more than one. 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 09, 2017, 10:39:59 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Sep 09, 2017, 08:20:30 AM
You will risk being subject to some of the most outlandish Gay porn fan art ever.  BEWARE!  lol.

-Windebieste.

:laugh: To avoid anyone being subjected to that - http://alienlovespredator.com/
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Sep 10, 2017, 02:10:59 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Sep 07, 2017, 02:22:00 PM"Christ kid...look out!"
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3662.jpeg&hash=d9100cd230fecde05e49dccbb1700a6f4b95765b)

All your snaps have been stellar, but that one really is absolutely superb.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Sep 10, 2017, 10:47:45 PM
Quote from: HuDaFuK on Sep 10, 2017, 02:10:59 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Sep 07, 2017, 02:22:00 PM"Christ kid...look out!"
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3662.jpeg&hash=d9100cd230fecde05e49dccbb1700a6f4b95765b)

All your snaps have been stellar, but that one really is absolutely superb.
Thank you 
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Sep 11, 2017, 12:46:14 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Aug 25, 2017, 03:08:43 AM
Some recent shots I've done.
Some serious... and not so serious.  ;D
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3399.jpg&hash=7c05a3595d774a8b04f7d3e7da0c75ae2b458bb7)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3398.jpg&hash=fe12d5cb7602c9ed89d408cd94a9e77a6c308c8e)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FIMG_3432.jpg&hash=c1677305c8fca3700a54eb72c91e336a33ffdd32)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FF59CE752-2924-4E1C-A52D-BFAD1D82506F.png&hash=6a3e373a7409d6d72621c3f0f5312dc27465259a)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FE7D1A65C-F859-4E52-B86D-D8D66395B81D.png&hash=845eccd0af34e2675b06067957b9c48b6fe8a449)

Is that the isolation alien or remake of the Original?
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Sep 11, 2017, 12:47:11 AM
Quote from: DerelictShip on Sep 11, 2017, 12:46:14 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Aug 25, 2017, 03:08:43 AM
Some recent shots I've done.
Some serious... and not so serious.  ;D
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Is that the isolation alien or remake of the Original?
That is the Isolation Xenomorph.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Olde on Sep 11, 2017, 02:37:40 PM
I would love a stop-motion shot-for-shot remake of Aliens using those figures.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Sep 11, 2017, 02:39:13 PM
I'd be worried that would remind me too much of Robot Chicken, but I'd love to see it all the same.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Sep 11, 2017, 03:59:50 PM
Quote from: HuDaFuK on Sep 11, 2017, 02:39:13 PM
I'd be worried that would remind me too much of Robot Chicken, but I'd love to see it all the same.
That's a bad thing? :P

Early seasons of RC were awesome, then it got a tad repetitive.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Sep 11, 2017, 04:03:00 PM
Quote from: FiorinaFury161 on Sep 11, 2017, 03:59:50 PMThat's a bad thing? :P

It is if it's supposed to be a serious project :P
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Sep 11, 2017, 04:18:48 PM
:laugh:

I'm sure sabres would do great
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 12, 2017, 07:06:33 AM
Personally, I'd love to see someone take a stab at doing a serious go with it!
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Sep 12, 2017, 05:24:57 PM
I agree a serious stab at something.......in the dark ;)
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Sep 12, 2017, 05:38:52 PM
The stop motion side of things is one of the reasons I've put together so many custom marines, the issue is time to do it (it takes a LOOOONG time just to do a short clip) and creating a "set" for them.

I did this 6 years ago, the youtube stabilizer made it more shaky than it originally was (original has no gun sounds, just music). It's 17 seconds but it took me 3 or 4 hours to get all the frames, some of which are blurry and I should have re-shot.


I have an audio filme on my old laptop that I intended to use for an Aliens stop motion, I had spliced audio from the Halo cut scene where Johnson/Keye's discover the flood and AVP2010.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Sep 12, 2017, 06:27:26 PM
My old channel used to be MrALIENSVSPREDATOR if any of you remember that....kinda wish I didn't get rid of it now, but oh well! Anyhow, about to get a Mac and Final Cut Pro so this November/December get ready for some stop motions. All my work is serious too, I don't like making Aliens or Predators look soft even if they are just action figures...

If any of you have any recommended stop motions just let me know. I plan on putting out some Alien videos first varying anywhere from 10 to 60 min long.
Title: Re: Neca Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Sep 13, 2017, 02:02:05 AM
I'd love to do an action figure "comic book" type thing.

I don't have the patience to do stop motion.

I love watching it though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: CelticP on Sep 14, 2017, 09:54:31 AM
I did this a couple years ago.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Sep 14, 2017, 01:43:57 PM
Quote from: CelticP on Sep 14, 2017, 09:54:31 AM
I did this a couple years ago.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qe4Rj-bdp8Y
Ok yeah...that was brilliant.

Great job!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Sep 14, 2017, 05:15:49 PM
Quote from: CelticP on Sep 14, 2017, 09:54:31 AM
I did this a couple years ago.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qe4Rj-bdp8Y
Greatest re-post of a video of the year!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: CelticP on Sep 14, 2017, 07:18:59 PM
I forgot I posted it, sorry haha. Been a busy year.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Sep 14, 2017, 08:33:10 PM
Don't be sorry, this epic ness needs to be re-posted!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 15, 2017, 07:32:20 AM
Good job, Celtic! How long did that take you to put together?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: CelticP on Sep 15, 2017, 11:04:06 AM
It took me just under a week to finish. Stayed up all night to edit and I had it finished at 9am on the 26th.

I also fell asleep HARD during the double feature of Alien and Aliens. Which would've made me upset, had I not seen them both already in the theater. Still. Kinda proud of that one. I've considered doing another, but that might come around when NECA makes the Resurrection figures, so I can round out the other films.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 22, 2017, 02:30:29 PM
http://news.toyark.com/2017/09/21/neca-aliens-hadleys-hope-carter-burke-concept-alien-warrior-2-pack-toyark-photo-shoot-271044#more-271044

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Plenty more pictures on the link.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Sep 22, 2017, 02:56:54 PM
I know Burke is the selling point of the two pack, but that Xeno looks really good/cool
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Sep 22, 2017, 05:24:55 PM
i couldnt agree more
looking forward to this xeno big time
i believe it was the first level in the dlc of aliens colonial marines, you are some girl who got kidnapped (her and her parents), and impregnated by WY people, she ended up blowing up the ship right as a chestburster comes out of here
tons of aliens surround her, some are ridged head, some are smooth head
reminds me of that part, that was a smooth head on the ridged head aliens body
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SNAFU84 on Sep 22, 2017, 08:45:15 PM
I've always believed that the smooth domed xeno's were the same as the ridged headed xeno's.  Just the ridged headed xeno's have had more time to grow into their natural body type and become mature bugs, whereas the smooth domed bugs were the newborns.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Sep 22, 2017, 10:31:50 PM
Kinda related question...did Randy from Neca drop off Twitter?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Sep 22, 2017, 11:51:00 PM
I was wondering that too.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Sep 23, 2017, 02:05:44 AM
I'm thinking something big is in the works that is requiring his all his time and attention or maybe something happened in his personal life outside of work..........hope he returns with more magic that he's able to pull off. 
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Sep 23, 2017, 09:15:33 AM
Quote from: SNAFU84 on Sep 22, 2017, 08:45:15 PMI've always believed that the smooth domed xeno's were the same as the ridged headed xeno's.  Just the ridged headed xeno's have had more time to grow into their natural body type and become mature bugs, whereas the smooth domed bugs were the newborns.

That worked fine until Requiem screwed the theory up.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SNAFU84 on Sep 23, 2017, 10:33:34 AM
Quote from: HuDaFuK on Sep 23, 2017, 09:15:33 AM
Quote from: SNAFU84 on Sep 22, 2017, 08:45:15 PMI've always believed that the smooth domed xeno's were the same as the ridged headed xeno's.  Just the ridged headed xeno's have had more time to grow into their natural body type and become mature bugs, whereas the smooth domed bugs were the newborns.

That worked fine until Requiem screwed the theory up.

How do you mean?  Because there's a mix of both?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Sep 23, 2017, 04:59:48 PM
Before Requiem, the only Aliens we saw with ridges were those in Aliens. They were also the only Aliens we saw that were more than a couple of days old. (Considerably older, in fact. Weeks at least.)

Then in Requiem, newborn Aliens have ridges.

The ageing theory worked quite well until they made that film.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Sep 23, 2017, 05:25:10 PM
Quote from: HuDaFuK on Sep 23, 2017, 04:59:48 PM
Before Requiem, the only Aliens we saw with ridges were those in Aliens. They were also the only Aliens we saw that were more than a couple of days old. (Considerably older, in fact. Weeks at least.)

Then in Requiem, newborn Aliens have ridges.

The ageing theory worked quite well until they made that film.

Personally, I've always interpreted it as simply stylistic differences or the warrior/drone idea.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Sep 23, 2017, 06:28:35 PM
Sure, but it's harder to justify the difference from an in-universe perspective.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Sep 24, 2017, 05:41:49 PM
'Surgically removed before embryo implantation. Subject: Marachuk, John J., died during the procedure.' They killed him taking it off.'
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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Sep 29, 2017, 07:34:47 PM
Looks like the Snake Alien is going to be part of the next Kenner wave:

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/913846101375152128
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Sep 29, 2017, 07:50:44 PM
Oh Heeeeeeeeell yesssssss
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Sep 29, 2017, 09:52:23 PM
That looks awesome. I'm glad NECA is really swinging for the fences of these Kenner waves.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Shuriken on Sep 29, 2017, 11:24:06 PM
Only a matter of time before the Alien King.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Sep 29, 2017, 11:26:24 PM
Quote from: The Shuriken on Sep 29, 2017, 11:24:06 PM
Only a matter of time before the Alien King.

I'm both excited and heartbroken by my wallet weeping.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Sep 30, 2017, 02:03:20 AM
Some new shots I did for NECA's Facehuggerfriday
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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SNAFU84 on Sep 30, 2017, 03:25:03 AM
NICE!  My arsenal sets and series 12 figures arrive next week!!!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Sep 30, 2017, 08:28:59 AM
Quote from: Kailem on Sep 29, 2017, 07:34:47 PM
Looks like the Snake Alien is going to be part of the next Kenner wave:

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/913846101375152128
Ohhhhhhhhhh shit! The Snake Alien was my first ever Alien toy.

It was all downhill from there. :P
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Oct 01, 2017, 02:53:36 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Sep 30, 2017, 02:03:20 AM
Some new shots I did for NECA's Facehuggerfriday
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Whoa son.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 01, 2017, 01:00:48 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Sep 30, 2017, 08:28:59 AM
Quote from: Kailem on Sep 29, 2017, 07:34:47 PM
Looks like the Snake Alien is going to be part of the next Kenner wave:

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/913846101375152128
Ohhhhhhhhhh shit! The Snake Alien was my first ever Alien toy.

It was all downhill from there. :P

It was the Bull for me. I really hope NECA bring a Bull Alien out. I imagine they can use the Runner as a base for that.

Quote from: Ultramorph on Sep 29, 2017, 11:26:24 PM
Quote from: The Shuriken on Sep 29, 2017, 11:24:06 PM
Only a matter of time before the Alien King.

I'm both excited and heartbroken by my wallet weeping.

I wonder if they'll go full hog and do it Queen size. I wonder if they'll do the flying Queen?!

Quote from: Sabres21768 on Sep 30, 2017, 02:03:20 AM
Some new shots I did for NECA's Facehuggerfriday
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f**king awesome as per.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Oct 01, 2017, 02:19:44 PM
Man, those shots are amazing Sabres! Do you have any regular (non-cinematic) pics of your dioramas? I'd love to see what you have there!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Oct 01, 2017, 06:36:18 PM
I don't have any, but I'll take some for you.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Oct 01, 2017, 07:17:39 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Oct 01, 2017, 06:36:18 PM
I don't have any, but I'll take some for you.
Thanks!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SNAFU84 on Oct 02, 2017, 01:56:48 AM
Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Oct 01, 2017, 02:19:44 PM
Man, those shots are amazing Sabres! Do you have any regular (non-cinematic) pics of your dioramas? I'd love to see what you have there!

+1 for that.  I'd like to see your dio's too.  Pretty sure they're better than mine as well.  I'd like to stea...I mean get some ideas from them :P
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Oct 12, 2017, 12:10:15 AM
The Burke/Domed Warrior Hadley's Hope set is now available in NECA's eBay store.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Oct 12, 2017, 04:56:55 AM
I'm hoping that means the one I preordered will ship soon.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 12, 2017, 07:50:20 AM
The Covenant figures have finally showed up over in the UK.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Oct 13, 2017, 09:31:50 PM
It's here!

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Oct 13, 2017, 11:20:53 PM
Wow, Burke is really spot-on  :D !
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 14, 2017, 09:22:12 AM
That is just brilliant.  :laugh: Definitely picking that one up when it shows up over here.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Oct 14, 2017, 09:29:35 PM
Took a few more photos in the display setting today. Love it!!

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Oct 14, 2017, 10:53:28 PM
Burke really does look like he's gonna shit himself, huh. 

I'm hoping to get these sometime - hopefully this year.  lol.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Oct 17, 2017, 04:59:14 AM
I just want the alien
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Oct 21, 2017, 05:58:04 AM
got the burke 2 pack
like it a lot!
both figures are absolutely fantastic!
highly recommend!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 05, 2017, 04:03:21 AM
I got the Burke two-pack, and I'm surprised by how much I like the Alien. I'm not sure why, but the dome looks really, really good on it and it's quickly becoming my favorite NECA Alien figure.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AgeOfStrife on Nov 14, 2017, 04:18:07 PM
My wife bought me the 1/4 Aliens Warrior for my birthday, so I just had to put it up on the shelves in the living room. Dutch has been relegated to a lower shelf, and the Warrior mirrors the old NECA Big Chap 2008 figure I have on the shelves at the left.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Wweyland on Nov 14, 2017, 05:01:01 PM
Just ordered the Neca Colonial Marines arsenal from Amazon.co.uk, cant wait
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Dec 01, 2017, 07:53:57 PM
Looks like we're going to be getting the Scorpion Alien in the next Kenner wave, this time with a hint more "scorpion." :laugh:

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/936679882150547457
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Dec 01, 2017, 09:27:48 PM
Nice! I was worried Scorpion would just be a repaint drone. Any thoughts on what the third figure might be? Killer Crab would be sweet.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Dec 01, 2017, 10:03:02 PM
That looks great. I'm loving these Kenner Aliens, my hive needs more variety than just the Gorilla lol
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Dec 02, 2017, 06:08:21 AM
so opened the james cameron marine and the quality control is bad on him
not too fond of the paint on any of the skin tone that is not the head

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4581/37891895005_a740ab1be4_b.jpg)
the face looks pretty good on both, nice paint and skin tone, but the skin tone doesnt match the body!
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4580/27002923679_cefd2074d7_b.jpg)
i bought 2 cameron marines, i had this head set aside for a while for this marine
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4522/24905206828_592de7a3d0_b.jpg)
cant see it too good, but the paint job on the arms is horrible, it looks like he has a peach/orange shirt under his cameo garments (the non cameron marine)
they didnt paint his watch, just paint flesh on it, he has a flesh colored watch!
and the edge of the arms look really bad on both marines...
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4535/27002922619_b6f461694e_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4575/38778134891_8e7c4a5da7_b.jpg)
i had been planning to do this for a while...
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4577/27002921649_974e274d6f_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4540/37891893055_9d17c2525f_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4520/27002920799_71f47056c7_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4522/23914108057_1d2195bd1e_b.jpg)
here is my entire marine collection
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4562/38778131641_89df92d97b_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4521/24905204558_9a59dc3308_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4521/38778130661_ec75b1c21f_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4526/27002918009_99e10eb0ae_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4543/24905203408_affe6e644e_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4560/27002917199_97c6fdea89_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4558/23914105877_5e9ca20df7_b.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 02, 2017, 08:05:26 AM
NECA QA...  Sometimes it's so facepalmy you may as well glue your palm to your face.

Swapping out the heads is a neat idea. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 02, 2017, 09:22:58 AM

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171114/90d1ae538ec7e2966f49f5dfa25ab591.jpg)


I'm looking for a similar type of figure stand for my 1/4 scale NECA Alien. Do you know where I could find one?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Dec 02, 2017, 02:14:10 PM
dhunter333 how much does one custom marine cost you? And how much has the whole process cost thus far?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 02, 2017, 03:04:06 PM
Quote from: Kailem on Dec 01, 2017, 07:53:57 PM
Looks like we're going to be getting the Scorpion Alien in the next Kenner wave, this time with a hint more "scorpion." :laugh:

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/936679882150547457

It really needs to explode!!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AgeOfStrife on Dec 02, 2017, 03:56:26 PM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Dec 02, 2017, 09:22:58 AM

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171114/90d1ae538ec7e2966f49f5dfa25ab591.jpg)


I'm looking for a similar type of figure stand for my 1/4 scale NECA Alien. Do you know where I could find one?
Those are from Lindon Bears in the UK.

http://www.lindonbears.co.uk/Item%20005.htm

Dan

Sent from my Moto G (4) using Tapatalk
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Dec 02, 2017, 09:23:58 PM
Quote from: DerelictShip on Dec 02, 2017, 02:14:10 PM
dhunter333 how much does one custom marine cost you? And how much has the whole process cost thus far?

no more than retail, started at what like $16-$17? now like $23-$24 each?
just bought a ton of hicks/hudsons and did head swaps, then got more adventurous and did arm swaps, armor swaps, helmets, etc
then windrix and helmetted versions came out, and then vasquez and frost and vasquez 2.0
now cameron
plus the dutches
there are only 4 custom marines that i purchased from a forum member here quite recently
i think you were going to purchase them but ended up changing your mind or something
i have a huge action figure collection, most are headswaps
minor painting on some
didnt customize many of their armors, but i have my huge marine squad
def dont need any more marines! lol
some crappier custom ones in the later pics made back when there were little to no options

probably best *not* to think of what i've spent on my alien/predator collection over the years...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Dec 02, 2017, 11:51:07 PM
Quote from: AgeOfStrife on Dec 02, 2017, 03:56:26 PM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Dec 02, 2017, 09:22:58 AM

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171114/90d1ae538ec7e2966f49f5dfa25ab591.jpg)


I'm looking for a similar type of figure stand for my 1/4 scale NECA Alien. Do you know where I could find one?
Those are from Lindon Bears in the UK.

http://www.lindonbears.co.uk/Item%20005.htm

Dan

Sent from my Moto G (4) using Tapatalk
Thanks for the link.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 03, 2017, 12:26:47 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Dec 02, 2017, 03:04:06 PM
Quote from: Kailem on Dec 01, 2017, 07:53:57 PM
Looks like we're going to be getting the Scorpion Alien in the next Kenner wave, this time with a hint more "scorpion." :laugh:

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/936679882150547457

It really needs to explode!!

That's the general consensus from people.  They want their EXPLODING SCORPION ALIEN!  NECA probably won't add the feature - but the trade off will be higher detail and fantastic articulation compared to the original Kenner item.

You could always just rip its arms and legs off, and drop them to simulate being exploded. 

Quote from: dHunter333 on Dec 02, 2017, 09:23:58 PM
Quote from: DerelictShip on Dec 02, 2017, 02:14:10 PM
dhunter333 how much does one custom marine cost you? And how much has the whole process cost thus far?
probably best *not* to think of what i've spent on my alien/predator collection over the years...

or... over the decades.  lol.  The cost of 3 decades buying ugly assed toys isn't something easily measured, actually.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Dec 03, 2017, 10:39:14 PM
Quote from: Ultramorph on Dec 01, 2017, 09:27:48 PM
Nice! I was worried Scorpion would just be a repaint drone. Any thoughts on what the third figure might be? Killer Crab would be sweet.
Was there a tease for a figure before the scorpion alien? If so I missed it, what Kenner  figure was it for?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 03, 2017, 11:32:53 PM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Dec 03, 2017, 10:39:14 PM
Quote from: Ultramorph on Dec 01, 2017, 09:27:48 PM
Nice! I was worried Scorpion would just be a repaint drone. Any thoughts on what the third figure might be? Killer Crab would be sweet.
Was there a tease for a figure before the scorpion alien? If so I missed it, what Kenner  figure was it for?
Snake Alien.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 04, 2017, 02:11:36 AM
(https://i2.wp.com/www.hideousplastic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/KennerSnakeAlien_02.jpg?resize=576%2C1024)

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Dec 04, 2017, 06:14:55 AM
i am going to guess the 3rd one will be the bull alien
just a guess
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 04, 2017, 08:48:49 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 03, 2017, 12:26:47 AM
You could always just rip its arms and legs off, and drop them to simulate being exploded. 

(https://media.giphy.com/media/Avw39BfsToS76/giphy.gif)

Quote from: dHunter333 on Dec 04, 2017, 06:14:55 AM
i am going to guess the 3rd one will be the bull alien
just a guess


I'm really curious to see how they do the Bull. I'd imagine the Runner would be the base figure but I'm so excited to see how it'd look. The Bull was my first Alien figure so I have a spot of nostalgia for it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Dec 05, 2017, 09:44:23 AM
Is the bull not larger than the average Xeno ?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Dec 05, 2017, 01:40:44 PM
I'd figure he'd be bulkier than an average xeno, but idr if the old Kenner figure was bigger than their average alien figures.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Dec 05, 2017, 02:11:49 PM
No idea. I only had the flying queen and te scorpion alien. I assumed he would be. You may be right though. Bulkier makes sense.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Dec 05, 2017, 05:10:31 PM
If Disney buys Fox, I wonder if that puts NECA's license for Alien and Predator merch in jeopardy.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Dec 05, 2017, 08:38:12 PM
Quote from: Ultramorph on Dec 05, 2017, 05:10:31 PM
If Disney buys Fox, I wonder if that puts NECA's license for Alien and Predator merch in jeopardy.
If Disney buys Fox, I quit tv and movies.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Dec 07, 2017, 06:41:05 AM
i am thinking i need to get another vasquez 2.0 to put a machinko head on when she comes out...
it must be done
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Dec 09, 2017, 04:35:31 AM
this item is being discussed in another thread, but figured some people here might be interested as well
just got this today

its a display piece, xenomorph specimen suspended in water

i got mine and the actual xeno is smaller than i imagined it
besides that, it is great!
i love it!
love the way the canister looks, the alien looks to be dead or in stasis
i do not believe it is actually in water...not one air bubble, nothing
ended up having to give WY 3 shelves!
here is my WY base
the AI center i guess...various david's and vickers
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4600/38887549732_d1cecb387a_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4542/24059172697_1b890f79c9_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4601/38887548412_e770b7a471_b.jpg)
charles weyland thanking burke for obtaining his specimens
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4546/24059171937_0a55921b43_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4550/24059171037_5cb323dbce_b.jpg)
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various specimens
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4688/38887545222_7bbe0b6910_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4585/38037016145_5078b7722c_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4573/38207922394_74fa57060a_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4555/25051869008_6d8a7738e5_b.jpg)
for scale purposes
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4571/24059168477_6546aa89bb_b.jpg)
i finally have the specimen
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4683/38037014765_1fa3a0a7e2_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4558/38887551222_c7cc5ca239_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4545/38887550372_0705705959_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4729/24059173607_65d829e469_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4547/24059173277_8727196724_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4332/36223126764_7bdc9fe729_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4590/38040388895_daa50edb65_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4574/38211615724_eeefa85146_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4556/38040387965_6279dc9b18_b.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Dec 09, 2017, 11:20:46 AM
Where did you get those table pieces? For the figures I mean.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Dec 09, 2017, 01:17:03 PM
Wow dHunter333, I really like your displays. Good use of the light-up specimen tubes.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Dec 09, 2017, 09:54:18 PM
Quote from: DerelictShip on Dec 09, 2017, 11:20:46 AM
Where did you get those table pieces? For the figures I mean.

WWE wrestling accessories are your friend.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Dec 11, 2017, 01:32:04 AM
QuoteWWE wrestling accessories are your friend.

I appreciate that! You have any other accessories that you know of?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Space_Dementia on Dec 14, 2017, 09:04:28 PM
I've just uploaded a video on my channel showing some pick up's from this collection, they are stunning!

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Dec 25, 2017, 09:06:35 AM
Some behind-the-scenes pics of the upcoming Scorpion Alien. They're definitely upping the "spikey" factor, which I like. No signs of an exploder button just yet though. :D

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DR35uZHVoAAoaej.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DR35uZIVwAAZUaR.jpg)

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/945186106798157824
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 25, 2017, 09:49:42 AM
 :laugh: I doubt this one'll be exploding but I'm loving the spikes.  :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Dec 25, 2017, 11:04:20 AM
Im liking the look of the scorpion Alien. Merry Christmas everyone
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 25, 2017, 12:12:25 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Dec 25, 2017, 09:49:42 AM
:laugh: I doubt this one'll be exploding but I'm loving the spikes.  :laugh:

Yeah... that's a feature we're gonna miss.  Sadly. Still, this looks like another wildly fun interpretation from NECA.

-Windebieste
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jan 01, 2018, 06:16:08 AM
so the neca alien club all in exclusive figure is a purple repaint of the big chap...very disappointing
i guess there was a figure like this?
we already got a blue big chap...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 01, 2018, 09:32:03 AM
Well, not exactly.  It's a purple repressing of the domed warrior from the recently released Burke and Alien 2 pack. 

Still just a repressing, though.  Purple.  Which is nice.  Inspired..? 

er... no.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Otter on Jan 02, 2018, 09:39:06 AM
If anyone signed up to Club X, and is not interested in the exclusive, give me a shout. I'm definitely keen.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: theDecline84 on Jan 16, 2018, 12:30:15 AM
Have these been released yet anywhere?

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2017%2F06%2F51644-Ultimate-Alien-Warriors.jpg&hash=851be6fdbb203295d2f5a0a862a37940013332c3)

http://necaonline.com/2017/06/aliens-7-scale-action-figures-ultimate-alien-warrior-1986-assortment/ (http://necaonline.com/2017/06/aliens-7-scale-action-figures-ultimate-alien-warrior-1986-assortment/)



Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jan 16, 2018, 01:42:52 AM
Not yet.  They are listed as 'Release Date: Q1 2018' on the NECA website.  That's anytime between now and the end of March.

Importantly, NECA are well known for delaying the release of their goodies.  I'll be surprised if we see these before the end of the month.  Would be nice, though.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: theDecline84 on Jan 16, 2018, 02:35:59 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jan 16, 2018, 01:42:52 AM
Not yet.  They are listed as 'Release Date: Q1 2018' on the NECA website.  That's anytime between now and the end of March.

Importantly, NECA are well known for delaying the release of their goodies.  I'll be surprised if we see these before the end of the month.  Would be nice, though.

-Windebieste.

Im kinda new to the whole neca collecting so thank you very much for the response and help Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Jan 16, 2018, 07:11:05 AM
How many differences does the 'Ultimate' Molds have on these Aliens?

I have a standard Blue Xenomorph Warrior. Im thinking I want the Brown Ultimate warrior but not sure how different the articulation is.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Wweyland on Jan 16, 2018, 11:04:31 AM
Neca should make an APC figure that is in scale with the 7 inch figures. Yes it would be big, but awesome as well.
I don't think that is unreasonable as they have already done the Queen and Powerloader.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jan 16, 2018, 01:09:03 PM
Annoyingly you wouldn't actually fit any marines into it, as the APC interior set was noticeably larger than would fit into the actual vehicle used for exterior shots.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 16, 2018, 01:45:52 PM
I don't see them doing a full APC (sadly). The cost would probably be close to $200 considering the Blade Fighter vehicle was $100.
That being said I could totally see them doing the crew compartment of the APC as a deluxe "environment" like the Predator trophy wall. Do the half that has the monitor set up and the row of chairs next to it.
They could even throw Goreman (or bomber jacket Ripley) in as a little bit of extra incentive to buy.

I know I'd buy it at least.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on Jan 16, 2018, 04:29:07 PM
Quote from: theDecline84 on Jan 16, 2018, 12:30:15 AM
Have these been released yet anywhere?

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2017%2F06%2F51644-Ultimate-Alien-Warriors.jpg&hash=851be6fdbb203295d2f5a0a862a37940013332c3)

http://necaonline.com/2017/06/aliens-7-scale-action-figures-ultimate-alien-warrior-1986-assortment/ (http://necaonline.com/2017/06/aliens-7-scale-action-figures-ultimate-alien-warrior-1986-assortment/)





I don't know if I want the blue tint or the brown tint. Decisions...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Bilbo5000 on Jan 17, 2018, 02:34:05 AM
I just want some new aliens figures!!!
It feels like it's been a longtime since we had a new series.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Jan 17, 2018, 04:02:51 AM
I opened a box in my basement and found I have an original Kenner Scorpion Alien still in its blister pack. I forgot I had it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Wweyland on Jan 17, 2018, 04:06:59 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jan 16, 2018, 01:45:52 PM
I don't see them doing a full APC (sadly). The cost would probably be close to $200 considering the Blade Fighter vehicle was $100.
That being said I could totally see them doing the crew compartment of the APC as a deluxe "environment" like the Predator trophy wall. Do the half that has the monitor set up and the row of chairs next to it.
They could even throw Goreman (or bomber jacket Ripley) in as a little bit of extra incentive to buy.

I know I'd buy it at least.

Yeah the APC might be a bit unrealistic. Would love any kind of dioramas or accessory/creature packs. The USCM arsenal pack was awesome.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jan 17, 2018, 07:42:58 PM
I picked up the Queen Facehugger and Mantis for Christmas, now I've got my eyes on the Gorilla to complete the wave. It seems like it's the most expensive of the three though which is kinda surprising, I figured that would have been the Mantis. But either way the two I've got look great!

I actually like the Queen Facehugger more close-up than I did looking at the pictures, especially the size and colouring. It looks like they did a great job of recreating the red and black of the original. I know it's not the most popular of the Kenner figures but it was one of the few I owned back in the day and I like how unique it is, so it was one I was really glad to see show up in the first wave of remakes.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jan 18, 2018, 04:51:05 AM
Really liked that Queen Facehugger when I seen it in person, actually scary looking and threatening.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: OpenMaw on Jan 18, 2018, 02:11:37 PM
Quote from: Deathbearer on Jan 16, 2018, 04:29:07 PM
I don't know if I want the blue tint or the brown tint. Decisions...

Well, technically the brown tint is more accurate.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jan 19, 2018, 06:20:57 AM
The blue is more screen-accurate though :P
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: OpenMaw on Jan 19, 2018, 08:50:57 AM
Quote from: SiL on Jan 19, 2018, 06:20:57 AM
The blue is more screen-accurate though :P

Put a blue light on it!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jan 19, 2018, 11:17:55 AM
Have your cake and eat it!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Jan 19, 2018, 12:25:12 PM
Ill get the Brown I think. I just got wanna know the differences between this 'Ultimate' Mold offer the standard one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 19, 2018, 12:37:13 PM
The blue one matches the queen but the brown one matches the Defiance xeno...decisions
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Bilbo5000 on Jan 21, 2018, 06:46:06 PM
Get both!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Wweyland on Jan 22, 2018, 04:05:17 PM
The blue one has a cooler package.
Would have liked if they included the Hadleys Hope sign in this pack.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Jan 22, 2018, 09:01:38 PM
Personally, I can't wait for the chrysalis alien to hit the store. love that game!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: theDecline84 on Jan 24, 2018, 12:31:00 AM
So tfaw has posted a February 28, 2018 release date for the Aliens – 7″ Scale Action Figures – Ultimate Alien Warrior (1986) Assortment.

https://www.tfaw.com/Toys/Profile/Aliens-Ultimate-Aliens-Warrior-%281986%29-7-Inch-Action-Figure---Brown-Version___545869 (https://www.tfaw.com/Toys/Profile/Aliens-Ultimate-Aliens-Warrior-%281986%29-7-Inch-Action-Figure---Brown-Version___545869)

also sideshow collectibles has something new....

https://www.tfaw.com/Statues/Profile/Alien-Internecivus-Raptus-Statue___499574 (https://www.tfaw.com/Statues/Profile/Alien-Internecivus-Raptus-Statue___499574)

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Wweyland on Jan 24, 2018, 10:03:27 AM
Quote from: theDecline84 on Jan 24, 2018, 12:31:00 AM
So tfaw has posted a February 28, 2018 release date for the Aliens – 7″ Scale Action Figures – Ultimate Alien Warrior (1986) Assortment.

https://www.tfaw.com/Toys/Profile/Aliens-Ultimate-Aliens-Warrior-%281986%29-7-Inch-Action-Figure---Brown-Version___545869 (https://www.tfaw.com/Toys/Profile/Aliens-Ultimate-Aliens-Warrior-%281986%29-7-Inch-Action-Figure---Brown-Version___545869)

also sideshow collectibles has something new....

https://www.tfaw.com/Statues/Profile/Alien-Internecivus-Raptus-Statue___499574 (https://www.tfaw.com/Statues/Profile/Alien-Internecivus-Raptus-Statue___499574)

Beautiful statue but too pricey for me. I like the skinny look.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Feb 07, 2018, 08:04:12 PM
Randy posted a small preview pic of the Scorpion Alien on Twitter today and said the full series 13 reveal will be coming at Toy Fair:

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DVdBsTrU8AAlcH1.jpg)

I really like the copper and black colour scheme. That's exactly how I remember the Kenner original looking. And the extra spikiness is a nice way to differentiate him from other figures now that he doesn't explode. :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 07, 2018, 09:40:30 PM
Looks great to me.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Wweyland on Feb 07, 2018, 09:54:46 PM
Looks good, need more shelf space.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 08, 2018, 07:37:41 AM
Quote from: Wweyland on Feb 07, 2018, 09:54:46 PM
Looks good, need more shelf space.
Hear hear.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 08, 2018, 08:31:48 AM
I am so glad they kept with that colour scheme! It looks just like the figure hanging off my TV! I really can't wait to pick that one up!  ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JungleHunter87 on Feb 08, 2018, 01:14:53 PM
It's beauuuu-tifullllllll... :o

All kidding aside, I still have my Kenner Scorpion and even without the exploding feature. I will be getting a case of this guy. Love the copper tone. Would help camouflage him in more rusted interiors of ships and colonies.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 08, 2018, 09:24:44 PM
A case..?  How many pieces in a case?  Army building or for archiving?

I gotta admit, an army made up of Scorpion Aliens sounds amazing.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 08, 2018, 09:54:51 PM
I wish I had space for army/hive building. My plan is to have a few (half dozen) warriors after the re-release and then do smaller numbers of the xeno varients. My hive has 2 Gorillas for their "muscle", 1 defiance xeno as a kind of "alpha", and I'll probably do two or 3 of the scorpion.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JungleHunter87 on Feb 09, 2018, 02:22:11 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Feb 08, 2018, 09:24:44 PM
A case..?  How many pieces in a case?  Army building or for archiving?

I gotta admit, an army made up of Scorpion Aliens sounds amazing.

-Windebieste.
It depends on the number of figures released in this line. For Series 12 a case was Fourteen. Which is four figures, per individual figure. But, I'm thinking about six or eight should do it. It's for hive/army building purposes.  ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Feb 17, 2018, 09:20:03 PM
We should be getting an official look at Snake and Scorpion xeno in the next day or so at Toy Fair. You can see them both if you zoom in.
https://twitter.com/neca_toys/status/964868733671038976 (https://twitter.com/neca_toys/status/964868733671038976)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Otter on Feb 17, 2018, 09:22:07 PM
So is the Kenner-style Apone revealed at Toy Fair the marine Randy hinted at on Twitter, or do you think there are more reveals to come?

I don't remember NECA staggering reveals over a show before. I was sure we'd see Dietrich or Drake.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 17, 2018, 09:53:37 PM
Honestly I'm a little peeved we're getting Kenner Apone before actual Apone. I have my custom Apone but it makes no sense that they'd do that imo.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Feb 17, 2018, 11:07:14 PM
So that´s means in theory Neca would eventually do an Apone figure based in its movie counterpart?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Otter on Feb 18, 2018, 01:51:24 AM
Not sure if the Kenner-styled likeness is as close to the actor's enough for the movie line. That's always been the issue.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Feb 18, 2018, 07:36:57 AM
A few more pics:

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DWTOTeSXUAEYGL5.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DWTOTeUW0AEHOQL.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DWTOTeSW0AASsmZ.jpg)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DWTOTeRXUAARylH.jpg)

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/965123060356567040

And there's a bunch more at the Toy Ark Toy Fair gallery: http://news.toyark.com/2018/02/17/toy-fair-2018-gallery-neca-alien-predator-286793

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 18, 2018, 08:38:15 AM
What a cool way to round out the set.  I don't suppose Sgt Apone can toss grenades, can he?

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Wweyland on Feb 18, 2018, 09:55:53 AM
That looks insane. Are they also doing regular Apone?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Otter on Feb 18, 2018, 12:30:34 PM
Last I read negotiations with Matthews didn't bear fruit. I just figured that the Kenner-styled figure didn't require likeness rights. I'd be glad to be wrong and hear that a deal was struck and a movie version was on its way. But I don't  know that anyone's put that question to Randy/NECA directly.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Feb 18, 2018, 02:04:22 PM
Can't wait to have Snake on my shelf!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 18, 2018, 03:56:07 PM
Quote from: Otter on Feb 18, 2018, 12:30:34 PM
Last I read negotiations with Matthews didn't bear fruit. I just figured that the Kenner-styled figure didn't require likeness rights. I'd be glad to be wrong and hear that a deal was struck and a movie version was on its way. But I don't  know that anyone's put that question to Randy/NECA directly.
The old Kenner figure didn't have Matthews' likeness (and the bio card on the back of the packaging had some random guy, and was missing the cybernetics on the arm), so that was probably the loophole.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-4DNu8tY4-dQ%2FU2BXn1MGwkI%2FAAAAAAAAJnM%2FxBXPrGIlwss%2Fs1600%2Fapone%2B%283%29.JPG&hash=86247036dab53b87b9329693add169b63532e24b)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Bilbo5000 on Feb 18, 2018, 04:25:42 PM
These are great...wonderful...Once again NECA will have my money :)
However....
Where are the Ultimate 86 Alien Warrior figures?
Was looking at pictures of my these last summer.
Anyone know what the deal is?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Feb 18, 2018, 06:04:47 PM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/965259678233124868

Yep, looks like that was indeed the loophole and that no movie version Apone figure will be coming.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: N-Shifter on Feb 18, 2018, 10:24:51 PM
The Scorpion Alien actually looks great but the rest of it is just ridiculous.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: acrediblesource on Feb 18, 2018, 10:26:29 PM
Glad to see NECA has creative rights to any FOX properties so long as they are a limited run action figure series. So when will be get the Open bor re-release of AVP that capcom owns with some much needed enhancements? With all this profit, why can't NECA fund a 3D version of capcoms' AVP?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: ELDERCLANLEADER on Feb 18, 2018, 10:49:59 PM
Iv got to be honest guys I'm not feeling any of these figures , don't get me wrong Neca do do some quality figures , but  Neca are so hit and miss imo , a new predator line of figures I might pick up are the new hiya ones . The detail they have got for such small pieces is incredible , and the price is sound . I think it boils down to how delicate Neca figures are , and how expensive they are , iv on numerous occasions picked a figure up , only to discover missing parts or a broken figure . An example would be when I picked up a 1.4 big chap , only to find his leg was snapped off and the paint work was sloppy , when you are forking out a £100 that's big deal.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Feb 18, 2018, 11:03:37 PM
The AvP arcade game was developed by CAPCOM, NOT KONAMI.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: acrediblesource on Feb 19, 2018, 12:36:36 AM
who da fak said Konami?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Feb 19, 2018, 12:38:51 AM
Quote from: acrediblesource on Feb 19, 2018, 12:36:36 AM
who da fak said Konami?

https://www.avpgalaxy.net/2018/02/18/toy-fair-2018-aliens-series-13-dutch-linn-ultimate-elder-bad-blood-enforcer-predators/

Quote: "NECA will release a 2-pack featuring Dutch Schaefer and Linn Kurosawa. Dutch and Linn were playable characters in the 1994 Aliens vs. Predator arcade game from Konami. Dutch Schaefer comes with a blast effect for his huge mechanical arm, as well as backpack and interchangeable hands. Lt. Linn Kurosawa comes with sword and gun accessories."

FIX IT!  >:(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Uncanny Antman on Feb 19, 2018, 02:17:10 AM
Konami's Aliens game was pretty sweet too though.  I put a lot of spare change into that bad boy.  :)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 19, 2018, 08:17:08 AM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Feb 19, 2018, 12:38:51 AM
FIX IT!  >:(

While I don't appreciate the ALL CAPS RESPONSE, thank you for catching this. I've corrected this.

I am absolutely loving that Kenner wave! So stocked to me able to get updated versions of the Snake and Scorpion. Even Apone looks great - and I'm not that massive a fan of NECA's human figures!

Also loving the arcade Dutch and Linn. Love them keeping that cell shaded paint scheme. It works really well and feels really on theme.

I'm not sure I can say enough about how much I appreciate NECA just going all out with the various designs and into the EU. It's just great.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Feb 19, 2018, 09:51:29 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Feb 19, 2018, 08:17:08 AM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Feb 19, 2018, 12:38:51 AM
FIX IT!  >:(

While I don't appreciate the ALL CAPS RESPONSE, thank you for catching this. I've corrected this.

I am absolutely loving that Kenner wave! So stocked to me able to get updated versions of the Snake and Scorpion. Even Apone looks great - and I'm not that massive a fan of NECA's human figures!

Also loving the arcade Dutch and Linn. Love them keeping that cell shaded paint scheme. It works really well and feels really on theme.

I'm not sure I can say enough about how much I appreciate NECA just going all out with the various designs and into the EU. It's just great.

I apologize for the caps, it wasn´t my intention to upset you. Seriously.
About the figures, never in my life I even saw a Kenner figure but the "homage" figures are superb;  a couple of days ago I got the Gorilla Alien by Neca and it´s fabulous. Now my next target is the Mantis Alien, regarding the Dutch and Linn Kurosawa figures, gosh I twitted and posted a lot of request to Neca to make it. Never say never, you never know  ;)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 19, 2018, 01:57:04 PM
I do really like this Kenner wave. I kind of wish it'd been Kenner's Hicks though since he was my favorite as a kid next to Kenner's Drake. I'll probably spring for 2 Apones (one to leave alone, the other to replace my current Apone head) and 2 Scorpion xeno's. The snake is cool, but he's the only one I'm iffy about.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Feb 19, 2018, 02:41:54 PM
I hope Snake is as frustrating to stand up the Kenner original.  :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: acrediblesource on Feb 19, 2018, 03:51:38 PM
LOL how I misread it correctly for myself only.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Huggs on Feb 20, 2018, 05:55:52 AM
The snake alien reminds me of that creature from the movie "9" that was hypnotizing and kidnapping everybody. Can't remember its name, but that and this just give me shivers. Great design. Little bit of the creeper in there too.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Feb 23, 2018, 05:10:28 PM
That Scorpion looks great! I have a few of the old ones. To my surprise, I have one still in the blister.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 23, 2018, 09:31:28 PM
I have a couple of Scorpion Aliens.  At the time in 1992 it was one of the few relatively accurate 'ALIENS' figures available.   Only Halcyon had released a decent ALIENS kit in 1991. 

The rest of Kenner's range of ALIENS figures were too outlandish to be taken seriously, as far as I was concerned.  I don't have many of those.  Just the blue Vicious Attack Warrior, the Queen (with pneumatic tongue), the AvP Alien and the Mantis Alien (which I bought recently, still on card, cheap.) 

Other than that, I always considered this range of Kenner figures to be kid's stupid shit.  Never really fond of them.  Nonetheless, today I regard them as Classic toys.  I still think they're kid's stupid shit but their popularity is undeniable. 

That's just my personal opinion, though.  I think the 1990's Kenner ALIENS range did a lot to trivialise ALIEN as a Property. As has many of the comics and some of the shittier video games released in the last 2 decades. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Feb 23, 2018, 09:47:00 PM
Mostly I agree, but I love the Panther Alien ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Feb 23, 2018, 10:10:40 PM
Some of them are really good - the Cougar/Panther Alien, the Acid Alien and a couple of others are great - and I might pick them up one day.  Just extremely low priority.  Most of the others, though?  Yeah.  Stupid shit. lol.

Mind you, I do like what NECA have been doing with their Kenner tribute series and bringing a modern interpretation to them.  NECA are treating the 1990s range of figures with respect to the source material.  It shows and it works.  That's where NECA are making excellent inroads - even if the Kenner source material itself is more than goofy at times. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: RaZorbakk36 on Feb 23, 2018, 10:18:24 PM
Panther/night couger was the closest thing to a dog/ox Alien.
I agree about  the scorpion alien being the closest thing to Acheron Xeno.  Wildboar had a good head and grin shape.
The neca scorpion Alien looks so great then suddenly drops to total disappointing everytime I think about it. .  It's got those Goddamned   Alien Resurrection fingers. You know the ones that became a permanent part of the design even after the Alien wasnt supoosed to look like a fleshy dino insect piece of crap.
Fine for resurrection no complaints there. Atleast it made some kind of sense.

Weird little changes along the way  have added up to major shifts in design and presence.  Id go on. But whats another voice bitching about his fetish in a symphony of blind nasal woe
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Feb 24, 2018, 09:42:56 PM
My 3 favorite Kenner figures are the Panther (and I also have the black/red night cougar version), the Scorpion (the spring-loaded death gimmic is cool!) and the glow-in-the-dark Stalker Predator. Honorable mention goes to the Renegade that came with the stylized xeno in a 2-pack. That Pred is surprisingly nice! I like the imagination in some of the Kenner Aliens, even if the results are often exactly as Windie says. Neca *is* doing justice to both the franchise and Kenner with their new figures. The Neca version of the glow-stalker also looks great! I probably ought to buy one, though I'm pretty much done collecting figures. I've nowhere to display them, and I don't need them sitting in their blisters. I think, on the whole, Kenner did a better job with the Predators than with the Aliens, except for the color schemes. YMMV.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Mar 01, 2018, 08:40:32 AM
here's my aliens collection in its entirety
these are where they hang out when "off duty"
i love the setup, but i have no room for future figures...will require some moving around...lots

i'll save the actual aliens for last
first off...the marines
i am crazy addicted to army building and i LOVE aliens...
the marines
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4711/25673145647_7ce4f4947d_b.jpg)
only 1 custom marine in this picture, a sergeant with a eye patch and a mean attitude...
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4752/38733689140_ccb2ac13a5_b.jpg)
i see 6 more custom marines in this picture, these are some of my favorite
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4742/38733688070_a755a45f34_b.jpg)
some of my movie figures (custom apone, gorman)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4619/38733690540_6ddb84b2a1_b.jpg)
the rest of my movie figures (havent started on ferro, but that will be the base body, some others not finished) custom crowe, dietrich, wierzbowski, drake, spunkmeyer, and ferro in progress
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4629/25673142637_e9a7b8dab6_b.jpg)
smart gunners, 3 more customs
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4632/25679694087_8a5b4e2250_b.jpg)
some of my favorite marines, 10 more custom marines
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4610/25673143307_69fe7c8fda_b.jpg)
9 more custom marines (not counting dutch, bishop, or stargate figure used as a lt)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4652/38733691730_7b1258343d_b.jpg)
8 more custom marines, not counting commando or stargate figure used as another lt
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4654/25673143897_464c05f502_b.jpg)
5 more custom marines
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4660/25673144587_c4f8e21ae7_b.jpg)
2 more custom marines
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4659/38733692650_11bed975a1_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4716/25673145187_83054f9f02_b.jpg)
human space suited figures, several custom prometheus figures
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4768/38733693620_8705071a9d_b.jpg)
misc extra figures and storage shelf
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4612/38733695480_d3cc7007e3_b.jpg)
weyland yutani corporation, android facility, vickers and a few different davids
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4762/26673047268_5976a6bcbb_b.jpg)
charles weyland thanking burke for the specimens
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4613/40544308161_ddd74d2342_b.jpg)
more weyland yutani research
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4619/26673046228_70028fb05e_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4712/40544307311_547191a179_b.jpg)
the engineers
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4759/40544309171_5db958e3ce_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4508/37162054614_826f92f0f2_b.jpg)
and now...the aliens
the eggs
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4722/26673045308_4998b70e17_b.jpg)
the nursery? (accessories)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4756/25673141787_270ffcbc8e_b.jpg)
the queens (use mcfarlane queen, about the size of a neca alien, as  a praetorian)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4621/38733706480_c59342953f_b.jpg)
big chap and isolation figures
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4651/26673044398_9640c1fe08_b.jpg)
ridged head aliens
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4749/38733705080_a1a590a8b3_b.jpg)
the red alien hive
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4605/26673043538_6c8a7d59f0_b.jpg)
the dog aliens
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4650/38733703710_1d7ef0f2db_b.jpg)
alien resurrection and avp aliens
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4663/38733701410_447d6ea3f2_b.jpg)
covenant and burke 2 pack aliens
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4655/38733700700_0e13ca12aa_b.jpg)
some of the 1 off aliens
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4743/38733700200_89516e8d42_b.jpg)
the kenner aliens
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4766/38733699240_927a634b03_b.jpg)
neomorphs and white aliens
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4652/38733698640_90078e800d_b.jpg)
battle damaged aliens/sentry guns
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4618/38733697970_927b63a24f_b.jpg)
misc extra aliens shelf
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4631/39648811725_d3fdd05fcf_b.jpg)
the space jockey!!
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4695/38733694500_9fd61b9cb5_b.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Mar 01, 2018, 01:56:17 PM
Goddamn! lol
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheRaven on Mar 01, 2018, 01:59:34 PM
That's quite an impressive collection! :0
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 01, 2018, 02:43:53 PM
How do you like the Jockey?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Wweyland on Mar 01, 2018, 03:35:16 PM
Your cupboard seems to be bulging from the weight of the figures. Great collection!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Mar 02, 2018, 05:12:39 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Mar 01, 2018, 02:43:53 PM
How do you like the Jockey?

the space jockey is an amazing, beautiful, large piece
i love it, would've preferred plastic to foam, but apparently that would've cost a ton more?
great piece, it seems overpriced, surprised i've never seen it on any kind of discount anywhere at all ever...

if you think you might enjoy it? you will
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Mar 02, 2018, 06:29:10 AM
My eyes!  They burn with Joy! 

Too much Goodness on those shelves!

Love the NECA dog aliens surrounding their MacFarlane counterpart.  "Oooh... Lookit him!  He's one of us; but not one of us!..Ahhh!"

Any chance of one day making a custom Working Joe?  NECA's one big omission.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Mar 06, 2018, 05:31:51 PM
http://news.toyark.com/2018/03/06/weekend-round-necas-darkhorse-vs-dc-pcs-toys-guile-hot-toys-avengers-pre-orders-292140

Was this cancellation already known about. I can't remember seeing this.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 06, 2018, 05:45:25 PM
I'm just now hearing about this, but I'm not upset about it either.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Mar 06, 2018, 06:01:42 PM
It's very recent news, Randy only mentioned it on Twitter a day or so ago I think. The idea was kinda neat, but I wasn't really thinking about getting them either way.

I think he also mentioned he was looking into other ways for people to get hold of them (as in ordering them from the website), so if you were wanting to pick them up it might be good to keep an eye out for news on that front.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: ELDERCLANLEADER on Mar 06, 2018, 08:02:59 PM
Best predator figure neca have made imo is the elder clan leader ... he's so unique and big compared to all the others , plus his paint job is outstanding, and you can get some great poses out of him , and he has a removable mask!!  . I would love to see neca blow him up to 1/4 scale . One can only dream but if you ever do neca,  eat my money please !
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Mar 06, 2018, 11:49:31 PM
Quote from: Russ840 on Mar 06, 2018, 05:31:51 PM
http://news.toyark.com/2018/03/06/weekend-round-necas-darkhorse-vs-dc-pcs-toys-guile-hot-toys-avengers-pre-orders-292140

Was this cancellation already known about. I can't remember seeing this.
https://www.google.cl/search?q=angry+gif&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiy-qmA8djZAhXnm-AKHf9cCFUQ_AUICigB&biw=1366&bih=662#imgrc=LYBcWANcdYAGBM:

Why!? DC and Fox are water and oil? I really wanted that pack!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: ScrapBrain on Mar 07, 2018, 10:32:44 PM
I was really hoping Neca would continue the Kenner tributes by including  a Bull or Panther/Cougar Alien to make the next lot another triple threat like the Gorilla, Queen Facehugger and Mantis were. The Scorpion and Snake look kinda cool, but I feel the quadrupeds are really lacking here.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Mar 08, 2018, 07:37:19 AM
I would imagine that the licensing problem is to do with Disney buying Fox and Disney owns Marvel. 

Perhaps this created the licensing conflict ?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 08, 2018, 01:14:08 PM
Quote from: ScrapBrain on Mar 07, 2018, 10:32:44 PM
I was really hoping Neca would continue the Kenner tributes by including  a Bull or Panther/Cougar Alien to make the next lot another triple threat like the Gorilla, Queen Facehugger and Mantis were. The Scorpion and Snake look kinda cool, but I feel the quadrupeds are really lacking here.

I'm waiting for those myself. The Bull was my first Kenner figure so it's one of those nostalgic things for me. I'd imagine they'll come eventually. They've got the Runner as a base for it.

Quote from: Russ840 on Mar 08, 2018, 07:37:19 AM
I would imagine that the licensing problem is to do with Disney buying Fox and Disney owns Marvel. 

Perhaps this created the licensing conflict ?

It is still being released though. It's just it's now a convention exclusive thing.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Mar 08, 2018, 06:13:28 PM
Oh ok. Didn't catch that. I wonder what the licensing problem is then?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 10, 2018, 02:27:26 PM
There are limitations on who can produce licensed figures at certain scales and where they can be sold, it's the same reason why you don't see NECA's TMNT figures on the pegs at Toys R Us.
Mattel has the license for most of DC's mass market 6" stuff - they likely got a little antsy after NECA released some figures centered around real-life people (Michael Keaton Batman, Superman vs Ali two-pack), and seeing NECA priming to release full-blown comic based stuff they probably said "Enough is enough" and got the lawyers involved.

There's some other examples of licensing things like that - all Funko POPs for "Star Wars" and "Marvel" are bobble-heads, Marvel Select is deliberately out of scale with Marvel Legends (and aren't sold in big-box retail stores, and have a limitation on the number of points of articulation they can have compared to Marvel Legends)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Mar 17, 2018, 03:25:44 AM
I just pray this line last long enough/is successful enough that we get the King Alien.

But I'm not holding my breath...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Mar 17, 2018, 10:15:22 PM
Well if the China factory problem clears up without consequences and the Disney deal doesn't effect Neca, I wouldn't be surprised at all to see them make the King Alien. Neca is known for doing a whole detailed lot of characters, most of them unexpected.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Mar 18, 2018, 05:07:45 AM
NECA Queen and ISOLATION Xenos
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FF7977CCE-6986-43E0-A229-C6BFC7108062.jpeg&hash=0ff98d384faec479bc432ae42c87b7c9d9df0abb)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FB68A3FC5-E7AC-4EAF-B683-0270091AB249.png&hash=85cff8d33fa751d29d4f3158d18f25bd1338c15b)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Mar 18, 2018, 11:00:41 AM
Aw yeah... Sabres photos.  Awesome as usual.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Mar 19, 2018, 01:40:39 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Mar 18, 2018, 05:07:45 AM
NECA Queen and ISOLATION Xenos
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FF7977CCE-6986-43E0-A229-C6BFC7108062.jpeg&hash=0ff98d384faec479bc432ae42c87b7c9d9df0abb)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FB68A3FC5-E7AC-4EAF-B683-0270091AB249.png&hash=85cff8d33fa751d29d4f3158d18f25bd1338c15b)

AWESOME!  :o Sorry if Iím kinda intrusive: what type of camera did you use?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Mar 19, 2018, 11:46:40 AM
Dammit Sabres, just make a stop motion film already  :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Mar 20, 2018, 12:53:32 AM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Mar 19, 2018, 01:40:39 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Mar 18, 2018, 05:07:45 AM
NECA Queen and ISOLATION Xenos
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FF7977CCE-6986-43E0-A229-C6BFC7108062.jpeg&hash=0ff98d384faec479bc432ae42c87b7c9d9df0abb)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FB68A3FC5-E7AC-4EAF-B683-0270091AB249.png&hash=85cff8d33fa751d29d4f3158d18f25bd1338c15b)

AWESOME!  :o Sorry if Iím kinda intrusive: what type of camera did you use?
I use my iPhone 7plus
Title: HELP!! NECA Aliens- eBay or Amazon?
Post by: machines1047 on Mar 29, 2018, 01:24:12 PM
Hey guys, I just want to ask if anyone knows if the cheaper prices I find on ebay vs more expensive prices I see on Amazon, does that mean the figures being sold out of Asia are fake? I'm a huge fan of the neca aliens line. I have a decent new in box collection going and am looking to finish it up with the queen alien, and the Hudson and Hicks two packs. But I've noticed there's a huge price difference between Amazon and eBay. I've heard rumors that figures sent from China or Asia could be second hand fakes not made too well, but I also notice on the packaging for the figures I already have, they're all MADE in China. I was thinking some people in China may have a surplus that they're looking to get rid of so they sell cheap, and sellers here in America knock the cheaper prices saying they're fakes to keep their (American) higher prices in the running.... This is NOT an American pride vs Asian pride debate, i promise I didn't mean to offend anyone if I did, this is sole about the pricing between the neca aliens being sold out of Asia, and the ones being old here in America. I don't know, I'm not an expert, but I see I can get a neca queen On ebay for $75 from china or I can go on Amazon and pay $200 from a shop here in america. Any advice guys??
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 30, 2018, 06:25:20 AM
Do we have an ETA for the Ultimate 'Aliens' Warrior? It feels like I've had it on preorder at BBTS for a while past the projected release date now...

I tried asking NECA on twitter and they didn't bother responding.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: sir_bobos on Mar 30, 2018, 08:41:14 PM
I did a thing.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi110.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fn107%2Fsir_bobos%2FFB_IMG_1522413398129_zpsx1aixntw.jpg&hash=9890359e31d50f5796bbcbee87890f6b17b1adcd) (http://s110.photobucket.com/user/sir_bobos/media/FB_IMG_1522413398129_zpsx1aixntw.jpg.html)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 31, 2018, 02:41:37 PM
Whoa, how did you do the fire effect?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: sir_bobos on Mar 31, 2018, 04:02:05 PM
Saw a thing on youtube. It's just some hot glue over a wire, painted, and some lighting. Here's it static.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi110.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fn107%2Fsir_bobos%2FFB_IMG_1522511906433_zps3qnva0tz.jpg&hash=861463ddb8cb9e39bc9db232e9c5ee277f734f1b) (http://s110.photobucket.com/user/sir_bobos/media/FB_IMG_1522511906433_zps3qnva0tz.jpg.html)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: machines1047 on Mar 31, 2018, 04:16:37 PM
Mint dude!! That fire effect is pretty rad. In your first pic, the one with the flame lit up, who is the marine in the back left, next to Hudson and Frost?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 31, 2018, 04:18:26 PM
Quote from: sir_bobos on Mar 31, 2018, 04:02:05 PM
Saw a thing on youtube. It's just some hot glue over a wire, painted, and some lighting. Here's it static.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi110.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fn107%2Fsir_bobos%2FFB_IMG_1522511906433_zps3qnva0tz.jpg&hash=861463ddb8cb9e39bc9db232e9c5ee277f734f1b) (http://s110.photobucket.com/user/sir_bobos/media/FB_IMG_1522511906433_zps3qnva0tz.jpg.html)
That's super cool, nice job!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 31, 2018, 05:34:44 PM
That is pretty fecking cool! Looks badass!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Darwinsgirl on Mar 31, 2018, 06:01:32 PM

5 Stars on that fire effect sir_bobos! :o

A diorama of Ripley torching the eggs would be so awesome with that effect.

Thanks for sharing. 8)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Apr 01, 2018, 12:42:46 PM
Quote from: sir_bobos on Mar 31, 2018, 04:02:05 PM
Saw a thing on youtube. It's just some hot glue over a wire, painted, and some lighting. Here's it static.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi110.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fn107%2Fsir_bobos%2FFB_IMG_1522511906433_zps3qnva0tz.jpg&hash=861463ddb8cb9e39bc9db232e9c5ee277f734f1b) (http://s110.photobucket.com/user/sir_bobos/media/FB_IMG_1522511906433_zps3qnva0tz.jpg.html)

Wow, this inspired me to check out some youtube tutorials and it doesn't seem too complicated. Definitely will try this and see what happens. Thanks for the info and awesome looking pic!  ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: sir_bobos on Apr 01, 2018, 01:23:45 PM
Quote from: machines1047 on Mar 31, 2018, 04:16:37 PM
who is the marine in the back left, next to Hudson and Frost?

He's just a custom. I went at it with the Nam idea from the movie. He's been out there a while so he stripped gear he didn't want. Grooming standards are obviously out the window. He's just got two more weeks man.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi110.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fn107%2Fsir_bobos%2F20160912_154359_zpsobjm1blk.jpg&hash=461d5221c981bfd93a8e70b9bac5faf79dbc0aba) (http://s110.photobucket.com/user/sir_bobos/media/20160912_154359_zpsobjm1blk.jpg.html)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi110.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fn107%2Fsir_bobos%2F20160912_154419_zpspsjjorpw.jpg&hash=aa28f0f381a4e7e03fcedfe8347a93456954124e) (http://s110.photobucket.com/user/sir_bobos/media/20160912_154419_zpspsjjorpw.jpg.html)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Apr 01, 2018, 03:05:55 PM
Quote from: sir_bobos on Mar 30, 2018, 08:41:14 PM
I did a thing.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi110.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fn107%2Fsir_bobos%2FFB_IMG_1522413398129_zpsx1aixntw.jpg&hash=9890359e31d50f5796bbcbee87890f6b17b1adcd) (http://s110.photobucket.com/user/sir_bobos/media/FB_IMG_1522413398129_zpsx1aixntw.jpg.html)
File this under awesome! Great work
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: OpenMaw on May 27, 2018, 03:47:38 PM
Anybody know if we'll ever see an "Ultimate" Big Chap?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on May 27, 2018, 03:58:15 PM
I would imagine that will happen to tie in with the next anniversary for the first movie.

I'd like to finally see the Ultimate Warrior get released.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on May 27, 2018, 08:40:14 PM
I thought the last 1/4 scale ALIEN Big Chap figure looked impressive enough. The new sculpt certainly improved upon the original 2008 release.

A much more detailed and screen-accurate paint application would greatly enhance the figure, if it was reissued for the 40th anniversary.

Don't know what else you could do to make it the "ultimate"? Perhaps new packaging to commemorate the 40th anniversary or even increase the scale of the (already large enough) figure?

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: OpenMaw on May 27, 2018, 08:46:03 PM
Well, to go along with the Ultimate Jungle Hunter I can think of a few things they might do with Big Chap.

The cowl on the head could do with some improvement. The Gorilla Alien they issued actually came with two that you could swap out, and they actually fit right and stayed fairly well. Every Big Chap I've gotten has had a warped head dome that didn't sit right. So that's one.

So, give it the ultimate paint treatment, give it swappable head cowls. So you can either have a clear or a foggy one. Maybe a set of new hands that are in a closed position. Maybe include an egg and/or hugger/burster and a display stand.

That would make it "ultimate" in my view.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on May 28, 2018, 05:46:36 AM
Well the 'Ultimate' tag, so far, has been mainly articulation improvements and extra accessories and some minor paint improvements.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 29, 2018, 03:55:38 AM
Quote from: Russ840 on May 27, 2018, 03:58:15 PM
I'd like to finally see the Ultimate Warrior get released.
Seconding this. I've had mine on preorder for what feels like a year now and I can't get a straight answer out of NECA for when it's actually getting released.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 29, 2018, 06:38:50 AM
New pics

"You've been in my life so long, I can't remember anything else."
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FE455886E-E3F4-4739-AEDF-0F8BC6D037B1.jpeg&hash=e47e00c3c0afd538c7546e0ae26a087b46ed15af)

Amanda hiding in a locker/ALIEN ISOLATION
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FFD510B81-B1D4-49AD-B87B-84C104445D6C.jpeg&hash=5d12a0dd7c8f9e4fd2c98e03fc11f8effd51725b)

Failed trap
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2F6A6A128B-5844-4586-9A7D-C04E13AB5E60.png&hash=11d4386018ae5b432e8247238285d68f4515658d)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 29, 2018, 07:15:47 AM
Those are awesome, what do you use for diorama/lighting setups?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 29, 2018, 07:39:22 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 29, 2018, 07:15:47 AM
Those are awesome, what do you use for diorama/lighting setups?
Thanks. Dios are just ones I have laying around. Lighting is usually natural with some flashlights here or there. Effects are done in various apps.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on May 30, 2018, 02:38:12 AM
I think Sabres might be a front runner for "Best Fan Effects" in the AVP Awards next year :o DAMN
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on May 30, 2018, 08:03:53 PM
Great work on those diorama pictures! New Sabres pics are always a win.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on May 30, 2018, 10:24:17 PM
Oh yeah, these are stunning.   Can't have too much Sabre's stuff.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 31, 2018, 12:55:17 AM
Thanks guys. More coming soon.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on May 31, 2018, 06:10:58 AM
Yes please!

-Windebieste
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on May 31, 2018, 07:34:11 PM
Guess Neca is done making these, eh?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on May 31, 2018, 07:58:13 PM
They're still making them. Drake was confirmed as well as a number of Xeno's. I'm pretty sure the issue has been with the factories in China. The Chinese government did some sort of crack down and it affected some companies more than others.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 01, 2018, 11:48:47 AM
Oh, NECA are still very committed to making ALIEN stuff.

I posted this recent NECA Twitter Flood (http://www.hideousplastic.com/?p=7186) on HIDEOUS PLASTIC this morning..

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 02, 2018, 04:44:33 AM
neca said they'd be showing 4 new alien figures at sdcc
i am hoping to see series 13, which is supposed to be alien resurrection, which will obviously be ripley, warrior, and newborn
and maybe drake as a 1 off...?

series 14 is supposed to be avp r
series 15 presumably is kenner
and series 16 will be alien 40th anniversary
if they are able to get back on schedule...i could see series 14 turning into the alien 40th anniversary figures, then 15 being kenner, then 16 being avp r finally jeeze
but if that happens, the alien avp r figures wont coincide with ultimate wolf...
god i really hope to get an avp queen with chains, alien hive walls that connect, alien queen cocoon, and hypersleep capsules
not for sdcc, but in general
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Jun 02, 2018, 02:39:54 PM
Working joe plzzz.

I would appreciate something a bit more fun and unusual. maybe a malfunctioning Ash with karate hands and removable head, Or
a cocooned victim set, or just more from the Capcom game I adore so much.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Jun 02, 2018, 04:24:59 PM
Working joes would be my top choice too...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 02, 2018, 10:06:09 PM
Mine also.  Working Joe, please NECA. 

Eaglemoss will probably make one, though. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jun 02, 2018, 10:39:29 PM
Working Joes and film accurate Neomorphs and Aliens would be great.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jun 03, 2018, 01:00:54 AM
Yeah, working joes were creepy! Neca could make the variant with the orange like hood version.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: OpenMaw on Jun 03, 2018, 07:40:33 AM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Jun 03, 2018, 01:00:54 AM
Yeah, working joes were creepy! Neca could make the variant with the orange like hood version.

Could probably do that with a cleverly sculpted head swap.

I'd love a working joe to go with my Ripley. If only she had her maintenance jack.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 03, 2018, 08:21:19 AM
NECA have openly stated that Human characters don't sell well.  Even characters like Bishop and Call are essentially 'human', in that they look human.  Aliens will always sell.  Everyone loves the monsters.  As for the Working Joes.  They kind of fall in the middle.  Clearly they're not human just by looking at them - yet they're definitely not monsters, either.  They're kind of like animated mannequins with attitude.

Their unique quality is what would make a WJ a successful figure, as far as I am concerned. There really is nothing like them in the Property.  The orange suited plastic faced Autons are ideally suited to being represented in action figure format, too.  No hair, rubbery skin and expressionless face would be a great sculpt subject, with a successfully accurate looking figure very highly possible. 

Then there's the army building component.  WJ's are absolutely ideal subject for army building!  I'd love to see dioramas with Amanda, hiding behind a piece of equipment with 2 or 3 WJ's milling around the place with Stompy dropping down from an air shaft nearby. 

Of all the ALIEN characters NECA could still make, I'd put the WJ at the top of the list for these reasons.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Jun 03, 2018, 07:10:26 PM
Imagine an ash figure with an action feature, like a lever on his back that operates his karate arms. and maybe a milk squirting feature.

f**kingmakeitneca.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: OpenMaw on Jun 03, 2018, 07:18:11 PM
He needs to have a rolled up news paper accessory to go with.

It's a shame that, at least as far as I can recall, Ian Holm doesn't want his likeness used on anything. Same reason we never got a proper Kane figure without the hugger as John Hurt didn't want his likeness on it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jun 03, 2018, 09:28:28 PM
Quote from: OpenMaw on Jun 03, 2018, 07:18:11 PM
He needs to have a rolled up news paper accessory to go with.

It's a shame that, at least as far as I can recall, Ian Holm doesn't want his likeness used on anything. Same reason we never got a proper Kane figure without the hugger as John Hurt didn't want his likeness on it.

I'm sure the Bilbo Baggins I had as a kid has Ian Holm's likeness.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jun 08, 2018, 08:53:57 PM
Are we ever going to get a good Neomorph figure?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 08, 2018, 10:42:33 PM
This is the only one we're getting. They're not gonna do more of Covenant. Not from Neca at least. And the reason they're different from the movie is because they got the original costume design, the CGI was added too late for them to change the molds. I suppose they didn't even know of the change before the movie came out. I doubt anyone would inform them.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jun 08, 2018, 11:18:10 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jun 08, 2018, 10:42:33 PM
This is the only one we're getting. They're not gonna do more of Covenant. Not from Neca at least. And the reason they're different from the movie is because they got the original costume design, the CGI was added too late for them to change the molds. I suppose they didn't even know of the change before the movie came out. I doubt anyone would inform them.

Maybe in twenty years Play Arts Kai will make a decent one that's film accurate and actually partially translucent.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jun 10, 2018, 10:34:40 AM
Quote from: The Old One on Jun 08, 2018, 11:18:10 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jun 08, 2018, 10:42:33 PM
This is the only one we're getting. They're not gonna do more of Covenant. Not from Neca at least. And the reason they're different from the movie is because they got the original costume design, the CGI was added too late for them to change the molds. I suppose they didn't even know of the change before the movie came out. I doubt anyone would inform them.

Maybe in twenty years Play Arts Kai will make a decent one that's film accurate and actually partially translucent.
I actually prefer the costume version. The cgi version was too smooth for my taste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jun 10, 2018, 03:21:06 PM
Carlos Huante's Neomorph > Odd Studio's stand-in.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Jun 10, 2018, 08:19:41 PM
I Like the screen neomorph, However, I wished it retained the face and mouth of the one in my Avatar. such a striking visage. Imagine seeing that and hearing it roar an eerie human-like cry in agony.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jun 10, 2018, 08:45:16 PM
Please note the fantastic design of the non SKULL head.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: OpenMaw on Jun 12, 2018, 02:02:51 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/v0R0s3d.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/MGEJwG4.jpg)

Got my hands on a used but like new NECA 22 inch Big Chap.

This thing is awesome. What a sexy beast.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Huggs on Jun 12, 2018, 03:55:03 AM
Nice, I see deadpool has made another cameo.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 12, 2018, 03:08:51 PM
Looks incredible!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jun 16, 2018, 08:30:25 PM
Would anyone be willing to sell me Scar AVP wristblades?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Jul 13, 2018, 12:14:23 PM
(https://image.ibb.co/iWm0nT/P6180526.jpg)

(https://image.ibb.co/d2cd7T/P6000529.jpg)

(https://image.ibb.co/nbGGu8/P6000531.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 13, 2018, 05:57:26 PM
Great shots.

The Nela diorama piece! I ordered one too, arriving any day now, how does it seem in person?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: LAWNMOWERMAN on Jul 13, 2018, 11:33:46 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jul 13, 2018, 05:57:26 PMGreat shots.
thanks

QuoteThe Nela diorama piece! I ordered one too, arriving any day now,
your going to love it

Quotehow does it seem in person?
its a beast, hell of fun. its by far my favorite set from EXTREME that i own

it was like putting together a model set
i bought two sets and put them together at the same time so it took me over an hour to build

if you haven't already watch the video on it on YOUTUBE, its highly recommended that you watch it. the set comes with no directions.
i did all the 3D side panel corridors first they were quick and easy, then my two 3D center/corner panels. the 3D center panels were a bit of a pain for me but i managed through.

in some places CBoard doesn't connect into the slots perfectly flush so i used a XACTO blade to make minor adjustments in/around the slot openings or to cut away excess CB that i didn't want.

when everything is in place... wow its pretty cool.
the detail is top notch. the 3D corridor panels are very sturdy and its easy to stow away too when done with

overall
a solid set! perfect for anyone who 0ne has a large collection
(https://image.ibb.co/khT4E8/P6000608.jpg)

Two wants to do large dio-reenactments
(https://image.ibb.co/dTZBBo/P7110105.jpg)

Three collects other lines
(https://image.ibb.co/if1Y7T/P7200003.jpg)

so a easy buy for me
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 14, 2018, 02:01:28 PM
Thanks a lot for the info, really appreciate it! I'm so excited for this. I wish I could have ordered two. If it weren't for their huge shipping rates to Europe, I would have gladly ordered more.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Wweyland on Jul 14, 2018, 04:12:53 PM
Great dioramas, love the red Aliens.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 14, 2018, 10:28:47 PM
The pictures didn't load for me when I wrote my previous post.

Wow! That's quite a collection! And some nice army building you got there. The dio-reenactments are exactely the reasons why I bought this set. As my  collection grows, it'll be perfect for reenactments for a long time.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 15, 2018, 12:10:55 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/y2YwU50.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 15, 2018, 01:54:47 AM
That Predator is going to a bad, bad place.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Jul 15, 2018, 05:30:53 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Jul 15, 2018, 01:54:47 AM
That Predator is going to a bad, bad place.

-Windebieste.

He should, he's McFarlane!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 16, 2018, 12:00:32 AM
NECA vs McFarlane?

Well, this round's winner is just about determined, then.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 16, 2018, 02:27:10 AM
Yeah i dont expect the predator will survive since his wristblades broke off many years ago. I need to get a proper neca predator but i can never decide. Might wait for Broken Tusk.

(https://i.imgur.com/FSko59Y.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 16, 2018, 05:12:18 AM
So I caved and bought the Alien Covenant creature pack, but the adolescent Neomorph's leg broke straight away out of the packaging.

I bought it from BBTS so I know it isn't a fake/china knock-off. What should I do?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 16, 2018, 11:19:03 AM
Contact customer service?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 16, 2018, 11:39:14 AM
I'm having trouble finding out how to contact NECA that's not through Twitter, as I don't have one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jul 16, 2018, 06:06:03 PM
Contact BBTS, not NECA.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 16, 2018, 11:42:27 PM
Love how that McFarlane Alien on the left is belly laughing at the treachery being done to his fellow Predator label mate.

(https://i.imgur.com/FSko59Y.jpg)

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Jul 17, 2018, 04:51:02 AM
Quote from: The Old One on Jul 16, 2018, 05:12:18 AM
So I caved and bought the Alien Covenant creature pack, but the adolescent Neomorph's leg broke straight away out of the packaging.

I bought it from BBTS so I know it isn't a fake/china knock-off. What should I do?

BBTS is really good about customer service and returns. I know ToyWiz stopped doing returns on NECA products entirely because they were getting swamped with too many. As per their disclaimer:

"Due to the fragile nature of NECA Collectibles we cannot accept returns on opened product. We inspect each figure before sending it out, but figures can be damaged in transit. Please make sure to inspect your figure for damages BEFORE opening it."

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 17, 2018, 10:45:42 AM


Looks like we'll be seeing Ripley 8 shortly.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Denton Smalls on Jul 17, 2018, 10:55:20 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 17, 2018, 10:45:42 AM
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">She's done and coming in 2019<br />
you'll see a glimpse of her this week <a href="https://t.co/TTOEwzRHFT">https://t.co/TTOEwzRHFT</a></p>— NECA (@NECA_TOYS) <a href="https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1018917152680706050?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 16, 2018</a></blockquote>
<script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>


Looks like we'll be seeing Ripley 8 shortly.

That's cool but wish they would make a Christie and/or Elgyn. Or Johner for that matter.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 17, 2018, 11:57:18 AM
It'd be really cool to see Drake at SDCC, I'd imagine with the whole factory fiasco we might not see him or to much else though. I hope I'm wrong.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jul 17, 2018, 07:34:33 PM
he said for sure we'll see the 3 alien resurrection figures, ripley 8, newborn, and alien warrior
i believe he said we will see a total of 4 new alien figures at sdcc...
so there is 1 more still

LOVELY army building pictures earlier, my word, i LOVED looking at them!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jul 19, 2018, 12:50:31 AM
It begins!
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2F2CA046C6-96BA-4C7C-B116-320D309CF1AA.jpeg&hash=54a0e2595c934a76325e8311a18c34deb990af2d)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Jul 19, 2018, 12:58:25 AM
Wasn't expecting Lasershot Predator!

Also, obligatory "beautiful butterfly" comment.  ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 19, 2018, 01:32:53 AM
Loving that AR Alien sculpt.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: FiorinaFury161 on Jul 19, 2018, 01:46:53 AM
Is one Alien holding a mop?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jul 19, 2018, 01:58:49 AM
this is all the alien news we will get
randy said we will see 4 new figures
he later confirmed 3 of them were ripley 8, alien resurrection warrior, and the newborn (who is HUGE by the way, i cannot wait to pit him against the upgrade!)
and now we see kenner drake

what is that predator chilling in there?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jul 19, 2018, 03:06:24 AM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Jul 19, 2018, 01:58:49 AM
this is all the alien news we will get
randy said we will see 4 new figures
he later confirmed 3 of them were ripley 8, alien resurrection warrior, and the newborn (who is HUGE by the way, i cannot wait to pit him against the upgrade!)
and now we see kenner drake

what is that predator chilling in there?
That is the Kenner tribute Lasershot Predator
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 19, 2018, 12:12:17 PM
Top left. Thats Kenner Drake.
Kenner Drake and Kenner Hicks were my favorite Kenner marines. It's so bought.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 19, 2018, 02:18:08 PM
The new Kenner reveals really got me off guard. I'm so gonna get Drake and Lasershot, I'm not passing them up, no way. The sculpt on the Rez xeno is better than I expected and is very tempting... But Lasershot is just fantastic! A real heavy duty predator. Reminds me of the heavy millitary preds from the game AvP Extinction.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 19, 2018, 07:33:09 PM
Great! Now when the rez xeno and the new ultimate aliens xeno come out i can display the creatures from the first 4 films.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 19, 2018, 07:39:25 PM
What's an ultimate aliened xeno?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 19, 2018, 09:19:35 PM
The Ultimate line for Neca means a highly articulated figure with accessories. This is the first time a xeno is getting the treatment because they just don't have that much accessories. It's the alien warrior with an updated paintjob, in blue or brown, those are the two variants. The articulation is going to be the same as is the one on the domed alien warrior from the two pack with Burke.
So, new features include finger articulation, a small change in toe articulation, the bicep swivel is gone because we already have those in the elbows, swivels in the knees which really help the figure get into crouched poses and a swivel in the tail.
The Ultimate warriors will come with an opened egg, facehugger and chestburster, that's it. They'll come in a window boxed packaging like the other ultimates.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 19, 2018, 09:28:13 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jul 19, 2018, 09:19:35 PM
The Ultimate line for Neca means a highly articulated figure with accessories. This is the first time a xeno is getting the treatment because they just don't have that much accessories. It's the alien warrior with an updated paintjob, in blue or brown, those are the two variants. The articulation is going to be the same as is the one on the domed alien warrior from the two pack with Burke.
So, new features include finger articulation, a small change in toe articulation, the bicep swivel is gone because we already have those in the elbows, swivels in the knees which really help the figure get into crouched poses and a swivel in the tail.
The Ultimate warriors will come with an opened egg, facehugger and chestburster, that's it. They'll come in a window boxed packaging like the other ultimates.

It would have been nice if one came with an opened egg and one came with a closed egg.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 19, 2018, 10:22:30 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jul 19, 2018, 07:39:25 PM
What's an ultimate aliened xeno?

Meant "aliens"
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 19, 2018, 10:40:34 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jul 19, 2018, 09:28:13 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jul 19, 2018, 09:19:35 PM
The Ultimate line for Neca means a highly articulated figure with accessories. This is the first time a xeno is getting the treatment because they just don't have that much accessories. It's the alien warrior with an updated paintjob, in blue or brown, those are the two variants. The articulation is going to be the same as is the one on the domed alien warrior from the two pack with Burke.
So, new features include finger articulation, a small change in toe articulation, the bicep swivel is gone because we already have those in the elbows, swivels in the knees which really help the figure get into crouched poses and a swivel in the tail.
The Ultimate warriors will come with an opened egg, facehugger and chestburster, that's it. They'll come in a window boxed packaging like the other ultimates.

It would have been nice if one came with an opened egg and one came with a closed egg.

Or if they came with an even somewhat threatening looking Chestburster or a Facehugger without those two front fingers permanently stuck in a stupid pose. Or if they weren't so damn stocky, but I guess that's appropriate for Aliens 1986.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 20, 2018, 10:21:46 AM
I agree that the Chestburster could look more scary, guess I'll have to wait for them to do the '79 chestburster to see if there's an improvement and yeah, the fingers on the Facehugger are a bit silly, that pose was really in one scene only in Aliens.

I know it's very hard to do at that scale, but I wish the fingers had a bendy wire or a hinge that could move all the fingers together so that we can have a crawling and a facehigging facehugger in one. At least we have the bendy tail.
I do think we'll eventually get facehuggers pre-posed in a facehugging position that can be easily clipped on other people's faces.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Jul 20, 2018, 10:58:54 AM
I'd buy 1:1 sculpts of chestbursters and facehuggers from neca in a heartbeat...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 20, 2018, 12:18:38 PM
I think neca makes this one.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F05%2F1300x-Facehugger4--515x1024.jpg&hash=f641f76187c95102d19b40f599826c73f6fa8edf)

I have a covenant facehugger but im not sure if its neca though.
(https://i.imgur.com/ntcijrU.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 20, 2018, 12:37:21 PM
That doesn't look like a Covenant Facehugger, they're much more gruesome.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 20, 2018, 12:49:00 PM
Certainly not as detailed as the actual film prop but i find it excellent none the less.


(https://i.imgur.com/kWWCXPi.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Jul 20, 2018, 01:23:19 PM
Quote from: 426Buddy on Jul 20, 2018, 12:49:00 PMI have a covenant facehugger but im not sure if its neca though... Certainly not as detailed as the actual film prop but i find it excellent none the less.

They're not the Covenant Facehugger per se, they're just cheapy foam replicas of the classic design Fox had made for promotional purposes a couple of years back, used at Alien Day events and during the build-up to Covenant. I have one myself that I swiped from an Alien Day thing in London ;D They're crude but pretty good for how rudimentary they are!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 20, 2018, 01:39:25 PM
Pretty sure they were made specifically for Covenant and released for the alien day that lead up to covenants release. Would be the reason for being more skinny with visable veins. Not a match for the film version. But it is intended to be the covenant hugger as far as im aware.

Both foam huggers are not really cheap either, perhaps made cheaply but they usually run between 60 - 99 dollars. (Ill admit that what is expensive to me is probably cheap to others.)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: OpenMaw on Jul 20, 2018, 06:44:14 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jul 19, 2018, 01:32:53 AM
Loving that AR Alien sculpt.

Ugh.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Jul 20, 2018, 07:02:42 PM
Been waiting for ages for these AR figures! They nailed the xeno.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 20, 2018, 07:11:18 PM
Quote from: OpenMaw on Jul 20, 2018, 06:44:14 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jul 19, 2018, 01:32:53 AM
Loving that AR Alien sculpt.

Ugh.

Ahaha, look I'm not saying it's a great design.

But NECA'S AVP Alien and AR Alien are their best sculpts so far.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: OpenMaw on Jul 20, 2018, 07:23:10 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jul 20, 2018, 07:11:18 PM
Ahaha, look I'm not saying it's a great design.

But NECA'S AVP Alien and AR Alien are their best sculpts so far.

Oh I know, I just... It bums me out.

Even the SH Figurearts AVP warrior got better treatment than their big chap. It's a nice little figure, but when you compare the SH Big Chap to the AVP Warrior in terms of craftsmanship the AVP warrior beats it resoundingly.

I'd love to know what the best option is for the best Big Chap out there.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 20, 2018, 08:54:37 PM
I think the revoltech big chap is my personal favourite without getting into the 100+ range. Although it's small in terms of accuracy, colouration and articulation it's the best one for that price range.

In terms of something in the NECA scale, it has to be the Play Arts Kai Lurker, at least for now. Despite the sculpt being very stylised.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Jul 20, 2018, 09:33:17 PM
Quote from: 426Buddy on Jul 20, 2018, 12:18:38 PM
I think neca makes this one.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016%2F05%2F1300x-Facehugger4--515x1024.jpg&hash=f641f76187c95102d19b40f599826c73f6fa8edf)

I have a covenant facehugger but im not sure if its neca though.
(https://i.imgur.com/ntcijrU.jpg)
And it looks like crap in terms of details.
As others pointed out.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 21, 2018, 03:21:17 AM
  :(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Jul 21, 2018, 10:18:09 AM
Quote from: 426Buddy on Jul 21, 2018, 03:21:17 AM
  :(
Compared to figurines, this has almost no detailing. Overpriced for what it is IMO.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: OpenMaw on Jul 21, 2018, 10:19:34 AM
Honestly, if it had a nice repaint it would be totally fine. It's not that underdetailed.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jul 21, 2018, 11:53:53 AM
Quote from: skull-splitter on Jul 21, 2018, 10:18:09 AM
Quote from: 426Buddy on Jul 21, 2018, 03:21:17 AM
  :(
Compared to figurines, this has almost no detailing. Overpriced for what it is IMO.
How about you let it go there Princess Elsa.
If he likes it, that's all that matters.
And honestly, I think it looks great.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Jul 21, 2018, 05:00:36 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jul 21, 2018, 11:53:53 AM
Quote from: skull-splitter on Jul 21, 2018, 10:18:09 AM
Quote from: 426Buddy on Jul 21, 2018, 03:21:17 AM
  :(
Compared to figurines, this has almost no detailing. Overpriced for what it is IMO.
How about you let it go there Princess Elsa.
If he likes it, that's all that matters.
And honestly, I think it looks great.
I was merely stating that it wasn't what I meant with my original comment of wanting the 1:1 burster and hugger.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 21, 2018, 06:08:23 PM
Honestly, I'm surprised there aren't more 1:1 scale of those small guys. Wonder why Sideshow never did those?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Jul 22, 2018, 12:42:10 AM
Amen.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Alien13 on Jul 22, 2018, 11:31:30 AM
A-Box put out an Alien Covenant box(which I own by the way) that had the best 1:1scale facehugger ever made in my opinion. Made out of some type of foam I believe, everything is completely bendable and poseable. The NECA version doesn't hold a candle to the A-BOX version. If you want a great facehugger get the A-BOX version you will not be disappointed. As someone said earlier, I too don't know why sideshow hasn't created an awesome chestburster or facehugger version. Sideshow details are usually incredible!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 22, 2018, 12:24:42 PM
Alien13 we were talking about both the neca and Abox huggers. I posted a couple pics above of the hugger i got in the ABox. Its the one that was called crap :)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Alien13 on Jul 22, 2018, 12:45:36 PM


I would really like an awesome 1:1 scale chestburster. I think palisades or maybe another company does some but I'm not too keen on some that I've seen.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jul 23, 2018, 08:45:31 PM
Hoping for an alien 1979 accessory pack next year
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Aug 15, 2018, 06:00:54 AM
i spent $100 and got all of these prequel ampules!
super excited! been looking to get something like this for years!
some guy was selling me casts of the actual release, and another guy was selling 3d printed versions of a larger, more screen accurate variety

(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/848/41786531740_4f50da9da1_b.jpg)
i have 21 smaller ones, 2 are actual releases, 19 are casts
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/913/29724382868_06d8b085a2_b.jpg)
i have 8 of the larger ones, they are textured nicely, but dont have the designs carved in
i believe these are more screen accurate size wise
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/841/43594808741_dc1b2cdaff_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/844/41786529850_f88ce7cd44_b.jpg)
various prequel non xenomorph aliens
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/836/41786529420_640f841fd7_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/833/28707124547_25777d58a1_b.jpg)
they actually had different sizes ampules in the movie, i'm almost certain there are various sizes in this shot
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/926/43547583992_385823000d_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/838/43594806981_17121b94e4_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/855/28707123817_25f3a65b85_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/843/41786526910_fbcae12b72_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/942/41786526440_cbc15ebfae_b.jpg)
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/859/41786911350_38eb3a86ec_b.jpg)

overall i am so happy i purchased these...almost feel like my prometheus collection is complete now!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 15, 2018, 07:20:11 AM
That's a lot of ampules. They certainly did have different sized ones in the film! Are they custom made?

I finally got an Engineer figure myself last month at a convention. I normally end up watching them on eBay but not buying. Saw one in person and just snagged it. It's a biosuit one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Aug 15, 2018, 07:57:05 AM
Yes, it's a custom Ampule- I bought three but they were very loose, messaged the seller and he sent me an additional three vases.
So I glued the loose ones together and now I have six ampules.

I ought to post my collection here at some point.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Wweyland on Aug 15, 2018, 08:39:44 AM
What weapons are the engineers carrying? Looks a bit like the Lacrima 99-s from Alien: Resurrection.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 16, 2018, 08:07:08 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Aug 15, 2018, 07:20:11 AM
That's a lot of ampules. They certainly did have different sized ones in the film! Are they custom made?

I finally got an Engineer figure myself last month at a convention. I normally end up watching them on eBay but not buying. Saw one in person and just snagged it. It's a biosuit one.
I'm not a fan of the Engineers being Space Jockeys or whatever, but the biosuit Engineer figure is fantastic and I'm really glad I bought it.

Quote from: Wweyland on Aug 15, 2018, 08:39:44 AM
What weapons are the engineers carrying? Looks a bit like the Lacrima 99-s from Alien: Resurrection.
Whatever they are, they're definitely not Lacrima-99s.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Morose on Aug 16, 2018, 06:43:47 PM
Where did you get those ampules? Is the maker still selling them?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Sep 05, 2018, 11:55:17 AM
I hope I don't sound like a figure noob, but I have a few questions about getting started with keeping up on all this.

What's the average cost of a Marine figure? Does it depend on the name on the box?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Sep 05, 2018, 01:00:34 PM
It really depends on where you get them of course, but the marine figures don't vary in cost depending on the character. They can vary on how popular they are or how available they are. For instance, Vasquez with her smartgun is overpriced now on the second hand market because she was very popular and there aren't many left out there. There are recent two packs of Hicks and Hudson and they are a great starting point. I found one for like $32. A single marine can range from $15 to $25, depending on the seller, but yeah, Windrix and Frost usually cost less. Your best bet for the Hicks and Hudson is the relatively recent two pack. Vasquez in her BDU is recent and costs between $20 to $25. As for Vasquez with her smartgun? Good luck with that one, I just know she's hard to find and not cheap anymore.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Sep 05, 2018, 01:14:30 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Sep 05, 2018, 01:00:34 PM
It really depends on where you get them of course, but the marine figures don't vary in cost depending on the character. They can vary on how popular they are or how available they are. For instance, Vasquez with her smartgun is overpriced now on the second hand market because she was very popular and there aren't many left out there. There are recent two packs of Hicks and Hudson and they are a great starting point. I found one for like $32. A single marine can range from $15 to $25, depending on the seller, but yeah, Windrix and Frost usually cost less. Your best bet for the Hicks and Hudson is the relatively recent two pack. Vasquez in her BDU is recent and costs between $20 to $25. As for Vasquez with her smartgun? Good luck with that one, I just know she's hard to find and not cheap anymore.

Thanks. I'll probably start with Hicks/Hudson once I have the time and socked away some extra cash. I'm not even going to try searching for any of them in upstate NY--everything that would carry it is closed or set to close soon. I haven't heard much for Drake; is it likely he'll be single?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Sep 06, 2018, 01:29:15 AM
Are we getting a movie Drake figure? I know we're getting a Kenner-inspired one that doesn't have the actor's likeness.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Sep 06, 2018, 01:35:38 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Sep 06, 2018, 01:29:15 AM
Are we getting a movie Drake figure? I know we're getting a Kenner-inspired one that doesn't have the actor's likeness.

I've heard rumors that Mark Rolston has given permission for his likeness to be used, but I don't know for sure.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Sep 06, 2018, 12:02:06 PM
If I remember correctly Mark posted about it on Twitter last year (?) and Neca retweeted him confirming it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Sep 06, 2018, 02:59:16 PM
https://www.mephitsu.co.uk/single-post/2017/09/26/Hope-yet-for-a-NECA-Aliens-Drake-figure

If not this year, perhaps the next year we would get Drake. If that`s true, it would left Apone (perhaps the most difficult due the actor doesn`t want to lend his likenesses), Verbowsky, Crowie, Dietrich and perhaps Ferro with Spunkmeyer (who wants a Gorman figure?).
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Sep 06, 2018, 03:12:14 PM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Sep 06, 2018, 02:59:16 PM
https://www.mephitsu.co.uk/single-post/2017/09/26/Hope-yet-for-a-NECA-Aliens-Drake-figure

If not this year, perhaps the next year we would get Drake. If that`s true, it would left Apone (perhaps the most difficult due the actor doesn`t want to lend his likenesses), Verbowsky, Crowie, Dietrich and perhaps Ferro with Spunkmeyer (who wants a Gorman figure?).

Here's to hoping for next year, then.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Sep 06, 2018, 04:15:24 PM
Yeah it's a bit to late to actually get a figure this year unfortunately. Maybe we'll get an official announcement/prototype picture before the year is out though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Sep 06, 2018, 09:37:33 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Sep 06, 2018, 04:15:24 PM
Yeah it's a bit to late to actually get a figure this year unfortunately. Maybe we'll get an official announcement/prototype picture before the year is out though.

Or probably in 2020; as far I understood, the next waves would be based on Aliens Resurrection and Kenner.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Wweyland on Sep 06, 2018, 09:57:46 PM
I would like a Gorman figure, we are missing any kind of USCM officer at the moment. Even "Colonel" Cameron was in a grunt uniform.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Sep 14, 2018, 09:07:40 PM
Should the discussion of more Marine figures warrant a revival of the specific "NECA Colonial Marines" thread?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Sep 15, 2018, 12:18:44 AM
No.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Sep 15, 2018, 05:37:22 AM
Yes
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Sep 15, 2018, 10:07:12 AM
Quote from: TheSailingRabbit on Sep 14, 2018, 09:07:40 PM
Should the discussion of more Marine figures warrant a revival of the specific "NECA Colonial Marines" thread?

Feel free to post in it if you like.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Sep 28, 2018, 05:10:27 PM
Ultimate Xenos on Neca's official release calendar for 10/18/18. Finally... Predator series 18 is slated for the same date as well!
After a long full year release, both items are finally here!
http://necaonline.com/events/2018-10/
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Sep 29, 2018, 01:10:44 PM
Just seen this, I can't wait for them to arrive!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Oct 07, 2018, 10:21:42 AM
I may be alone on this, but I'm still irritated that this:
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi2.wp.com%2Fpop-critica.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F04%2Fneca-alien-isolation-xenomorph-prototype.jpg&hash=8b663ea58fa12bf0c7b7d51196b4404e8ff08e12)

Ended up looking like this:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Stompy_05.jpg)

The proportions are all wrong and it can't even do the pose it stands in for 80% of the game.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Oct 07, 2018, 12:54:44 PM
I'm satisfied with the Isolation Alien we got but I do understand the annoyance. The figure is far from perfect. I couldn't resist from tampering with it, starting with a dome repaint. Then I modified my alien and gave the arms a revoltech joint so the elbow bend goes well passed 90, but the fact that the head can't go backwards fully is very irritating.

The neck/head articulation needs an upgrade for the Big Chap and '86 aliens. The blue frosty Kenner big chap had the new double bend elbows and the new knees which are awesome, the 40th anniversary alien will have that as well, but the neck needs more range, a lot more...

I'll probably do a slight repaint of Stompy eventually, but I really want to make that head go backwards. I have a plethora of revoltech joints that could help but the problem is I have no idea how the head is attached inside. Maybe I'll just try by making a cut/gap into the back of the headsculpt for I believe that's limiting its range more than the neck joint at the moment.       
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Oct 07, 2018, 04:49:18 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Oct 07, 2018, 10:21:42 AM
I may be alone on this, but I'm still irritated that this:
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi2.wp.com%2Fpop-critica.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F04%2Fneca-alien-isolation-xenomorph-prototype.jpg&hash=8b663ea58fa12bf0c7b7d51196b4404e8ff08e12)

Ended up looking like this:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Stompy_05.jpg)

The proportions are all wrong and it can't even do the pose it stands in for 80% of the game.
I'm guessing your complaint is about the head not being able to tilt backward?

Based on the prototype, it looks like they had the head tilted backward and temporarily held in place with some modeling putty, but then I guess they gave up on the neck joint and just said "f**k it".

In their defense the figure has enough issues standing up even with the (shitty) included display stand, let alone if the figure was hunched way forward like it is in the prototype shot.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Oct 08, 2018, 12:42:56 AM
A absolute waste of an opportunity to bring to life the best Alien design in decades.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Oct 08, 2018, 05:24:23 AM
Quote from: The Old One on Oct 08, 2018, 12:42:56 AM
A absolute waste of an opportunity to bring to life the best Alien design in decades.
I think they did the best they could with what they had. Like, NECA isn't Mattel or Hasbro, they're a small(er) manufacturer catering to a niche market. There's logistical limitations (and physical design problems) that made a "faithful" Stompy figure likely impractical from a business standpoint and/or untenable from a practical, manufacturing standpoint. Like I said, there'd be no way to get the figure to stand as posed in the prototype photo without some kind of figure stand, and the current NECA stand wouldn't have cut it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Oct 08, 2018, 05:26:40 AM
Their Covenant Alien manages it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Oct 08, 2018, 06:23:53 AM
Quote from: The Old One on Oct 08, 2018, 05:26:40 AM
Their Covenant Alien manages it.
Manages what?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Oct 08, 2018, 06:55:04 AM
It encapsulates a ratchet joint in the neck so it's head can lean at that angle.
It also has digitigrade legs and can be articulated into nearly all the poses in Isolation.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Oct 08, 2018, 07:25:17 AM
That was also a completely new sculpt, likely designed from the ground up so it could do that. It also came out a couple years after the Isolation Alien. Retooling the basic Big Chap figure to handle a new neck joint may not have been feasible, for the engineering/logistics reasons I mentioned.

Also the Covenant Alien can be articulated into Isolation poses, but it can't actually stand in them. Shit, mine can barely stand in a neutral pose without toppling over, and that's with using the tail for balance. :P
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Oct 08, 2018, 07:40:04 AM
I understand that, but believe the Isolation Alien should have been a complete new design regardless.

All the initial release's done is torpedo the chance of a faithful version IMO.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Oct 08, 2018, 09:11:15 AM
I can understand that, and I agree on the second point. In the end I still like what we got quite a bit.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sol on Oct 09, 2018, 03:06:25 PM
Looking forward to getting a few more figures soon. The Kenner homage line looks amazing, and I am very satisfied with the one figure I have from NECA's Aliens (The Dog). Gonna end up tossing money at the Scorpion and Ultimate Warrior among a host of many others.

Quote from: The Old One on Oct 07, 2018, 10:21:42 AM
I may be alone on this, but I'm still irritated that this:
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi2.wp.com%2Fpop-critica.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2015%2F04%2Fneca-alien-isolation-xenomorph-prototype.jpg&hash=8b663ea58fa12bf0c7b7d51196b4404e8ff08e12)

Ended up looking like this:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Stompy_05.jpg)

The proportions are all wrong and it can't even do the pose it stands in for 80% of the game.

I mean, the first one isn't doing that pose. There is a big hand holding it up there.

EDIT: Reread your initial post. I get what you are saying now. Shame. Hopefully they make a 2.0/Ultimate figure in the future? I'm sure a Big Chap is coming so they could use that as the new base.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Oct 09, 2018, 03:24:15 PM
Regardless, unacceptable. IMO

The Alien traverses on all fours half the time.
Basic articulation the Alien line deserves.

"Ultimate Alien" Without abundant up and down head articulation.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Oct 11, 2018, 09:55:28 AM
But you do know that central spike on his back makes it hard to lull off, right?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Oct 11, 2018, 09:58:36 AM
So, do what Play Arts Kai did.

Connect it to the neck ratchet, move as one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Oct 12, 2018, 07:53:43 AM
Don't see that working well, or do you mean move parallel? Big difference.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Oct 12, 2018, 08:45:50 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tellatoystory.com%2Fblog%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F06%2Flurker_squat.jpg&hash=f832c8a58c7e69a22d46def94d90e519592933e8)

As such.

Or even have it on a removable seemless ball joint like these guys;

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm4.staticflickr.com%2F3672%2F11789430546_fc71093468_m.jpg&hash=f3b8590b5158b26fbd926e0df5303a26ffc4485b)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm4.staticflickr.com%2F3763%2F11788656995_bfaaeee7de_m.jpg&hash=8325e6988b21f731dead79e984069579f6301efb)

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm8.staticflickr.com%2F7319%2F11789074354_efb6a97723_n.jpg&hash=7294f98fa2eeaf68cf0aa8d4f95ffa21d7834c2b)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 12, 2018, 09:58:23 AM
Quote from: The Old One on Oct 12, 2018, 08:45:50 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tellatoystory.com%2Fblog%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2014%2F06%2Flurker_squat.jpg&hash=f832c8a58c7e69a22d46def94d90e519592933e8)


That is actually quite sexy. I've never really paid the Play Arts Kai releases much attention but I think I'm gonna have to look into them. They're smaller scale, aren't they? 3"?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Oct 12, 2018, 10:58:45 AM
No, in fact they're in scale with NECA- the Lurker is only slightly shorter than the Covenant Alien.
Maybe I'll take some pictures.


(https://i.imgur.com/jGbCXIhh.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/WaxsBJVh.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Uzg3FA2h.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/NOepQhZh.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/30OCluRh.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/XBt2XAyh.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/TDdMjGC.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/6kPIT1j.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Oct 12, 2018, 06:20:00 PM
Those look fantastic, i thought they were smaller scale too for some reason
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Oct 15, 2018, 03:21:34 PM
I've seen their Spitter at my local comic shop and I've wanted to get it, but the price tag is a bit steep for the scale imo
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Oct 16, 2018, 01:44:45 PM
Inspired by Tristan Jones' recent bloody brilliant artwork.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2F8509145D-8092-4746-B5E3-413921DF176B.jpeg&hash=db8265a7b35d505283310b4446789b6cf3d6b846)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Oct 17, 2018, 08:04:00 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Oct 16, 2018, 01:44:45 PM
Inspired by Tristan Jones' recent bloody brilliant artwork.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2F8509145D-8092-4746-B5E3-413921DF176B.jpeg&hash=db8265a7b35d505283310b4446789b6cf3d6b846)
is that the Alien from the Carter Burke two-pack?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Oct 17, 2018, 08:45:04 AM
Looks like it - The HADLEY's HOPE sign is also the major accessory with the pair.  It is a nice conceptual hybrid figure that one. 

great interpretation of Jone's work, by the way.  Likey likey ;)

Would you know if the purple variant has been made available to Club X members?  I've not seen anyone discuss it for a long time.  Anywhere...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Oct 17, 2018, 10:53:50 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Oct 16, 2018, 01:44:45 PM
Inspired by Tristan Jones' recent bloody brilliant artwork.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2F8509145D-8092-4746-B5E3-413921DF176B.jpeg&hash=db8265a7b35d505283310b4446789b6cf3d6b846)

Variant Cover ;)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Oct 27, 2018, 04:13:51 AM
NECA announced on Twitter that the Brown and Blue Ultimate 'Aliens' Warriors are in stock in their ebay/amazon stores, so maybe that means they'll be shipping soon from other retailers.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Oct 27, 2018, 06:52:14 PM
That $10.99 shipping really burns me. The figures are already $27.99, after tax, over $30. Its interesting how when I put 6 ultimates in my cart in eBay, it was like $30+ to ship them, but 6 from Amazon was like $18 to ship them. Know where I'll be buying multiples from! Waiting for the Predator Machiko wave (which should literally be ANY day) to make my final purchase.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Otter on Oct 28, 2018, 06:41:58 AM
I don't mean to spam threads.  I also posted this in the BST thread, but wasn't really looking to sell it here, so it may not get much of a response.

I have a loose NECA Predalien that I wanted to sell at a local collectibles fair, and was wondering if someon could tell me what it's worth.  I usually sell my loose stuff for about $10 (and it gets snapped up pretty quickly), but I feel like this one might be worth a little more than that.

If anyone could help me out, I'd be keen on your input.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Oct 28, 2018, 07:17:56 AM
NECA AVPR PredAlien?

The cheapest on eBay in the UK is; £150.
So, considerably more than $10 then.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Oct 28, 2018, 10:57:17 AM
The Predalien is worth 150GBP? Holy christ. I've got one kicking around in a box right now.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Oct 28, 2018, 02:54:09 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Oct 28, 2018, 07:17:56 AM
NECA AVPR PredAlien?

The cheapest on eBay in the UK is; £150.
So, considerably more than $10 then.

The question is though are they moving at that price or have been sitting there for a while
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Oct 28, 2018, 03:08:26 PM
Unknown.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Nov 01, 2018, 07:41:00 PM
Happy day, glad these Neca factory errors are finally over! Series 11 was released on 8/12/17...its been a long while since a traditional Alien wave...and we are still waiting for series 12. These figures should've been released over a year ago.
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1972/44755673135_35c4c3b941_b.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 01, 2018, 08:25:30 PM
Damn, you're so lucky to have them this early! Nice number of aliens, you can never have too many aliens  ;)
How does Broken Tusk look in person?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Keyes on Nov 08, 2018, 07:39:25 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Oct 28, 2018, 07:17:56 AM
NECA AVPR PredAlien?

The cheapest on eBay in the UK is; £150.
So, considerably more than $10 then.

In the process of moving house and I found my PredAlien Neca box with the original price label on it... £10.

Did I miss why new Neca Alien/Predator figures cost around 3 times that now?! :o
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Nov 08, 2018, 07:44:36 PM
Around here they went from €18 to around €32 in some cases...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Nov 08, 2018, 09:30:03 PM
Price is often based on what the market will tolerate. 

The NECA items are marketed as 'Adult Collectibles' and not toys.  As such, adults will spend money on them.

It's the same problem with video games.  They cost the same as a movie to make and yet cost 3-4 times more to the consumer market.  The price is determined by what that market is prepared to pay for it.  Some people will argue it's in the game play but that's not true.  Everyone I know who plays games says the same thing, "I Paid way too much for this item and only played it for an hour."

The point isn't how much you played it - but how much you paid for it.  You still contributed to the market expectation it was worth way more than a movie ticket by buying it in the first place.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Nov 08, 2018, 10:02:30 PM
Triple A- Videogames cost FAR more to make than films.
Their price is more than reasonable, just don't spend your money on shitty ones.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Nov 09, 2018, 04:35:20 AM
Their price ain't reasonable in Australia... :'(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Nov 09, 2018, 04:46:44 AM
True, or Canada.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Nov 09, 2018, 08:07:17 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Nov 08, 2018, 09:30:03 PMIt's the same problem with video games.  They cost the same as a movie to make and yet cost 3-4 times more to the consumer market.  The price is determined by what that market is prepared to pay for it.  Some people will argue it's in the game play but that's not true.  Everyone I know who plays games says the same thing, "I Paid way too much for this item and only played it for an hour."

I haven't bought a game on release for about a decade now.

I don't see the point when I can wait six months, or for the Game of the Year edition, and get it for half the price.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 09, 2018, 08:33:41 AM
From chatting to my local store, the import fees have also gone up something rotten - at least in the UK. I remember paying £30 for McFarlane's Queen. Now it's £100 for NECA's.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Nov 09, 2018, 12:15:41 PM
Some new pics of the box art here. Looking good.
https://bloody-disgusting.com/video-games/3532530/neca-reveals-alien-vs-predator-arcade-wave-packaging/
(https://i1.wp.com/bloody-disgusting.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/razorclaws.jpg)
(https://i0.wp.com/bloody-disgusting.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/madpred.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Nov 09, 2018, 12:19:43 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Nov 09, 2018, 08:33:41 AM
From chatting to my local store, the import fees have also gone up something rotten - at least in the UK. I remember paying £30 for McFarlane's Queen. Now it's £100 for NECA's.

Bloody hell
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Nov 09, 2018, 08:02:29 PM
Even worse in France : back in the day, I remember NECA Queen selling on pre-order for 175€ ! That was an instant pass for me. Their regular 7" figures sell around 30-45€ depending on the Series, and as for the used market, never under 25€.
So it's been a while since I didn't buy one, unfortunately.

Well, at some point, I'd rather go for some of the tinier and cheaper Eaglemoss statues, I can pack more of them than NECA's on a thin wall-hanging glass cabinet. Engineer, Weyland commando, Lambert, and so on...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Nov 09, 2018, 09:17:04 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Nov 09, 2018, 08:33:41 AM
From chatting to my local store, the import fees have also gone up something rotten - at least in the UK. I remember paying £30 for McFarlane's Queen. Now it's £100 for NECA's.
Same. Queen from McFarlane was around 45 euro, NECA is upwards of 75, new release over 100.

Do want that queen, but the price...

@Windebiest: the NECA ones where comparable and where about 20 about five years ago, now at least 25 but more likely around 30.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Nov 10, 2018, 10:41:23 AM
Yep. I got the Genocide two-pack from Forbidden Planet a few years ago for £35. These days, £35 is what you have to spend just to get one figure.

Though saying that, I'll definitely still be spending that amount when this comes out: https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1061020350912360448

I'm still annoyed I didn't pick up the Gorilla Alien before it jumped up in price on the aftermarket. I'll probably bite the bullet eventually, but that one'll probably cost around £50 now.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 11, 2018, 07:03:05 AM
Christ I cannot wait for that Snake Alien. That was the first Kenner Alien I got back when I was, like, 9 years old. The prospect of having a fancy remake is making my inner child freak out.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 12, 2018, 09:30:34 AM
For me, it was the Bull. That's why I'm dying to see them take on that redesign. I do really love they're revisiting these designs, though. They're doing such an amazing job making them seem less ridiculous.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Nov 12, 2018, 02:54:26 PM
Queen Facehugger, Snake and Scorpion were the three I owned. I always wanted the Gorilla too but never ended up nabbing it, and now I've done the same thing again with the NECA remake. I'll probably just have to bite that aftermarket bullet while the prices are still within "reasonable" range at some point. But I really like what they did with the Queen Facehugger, and I'm really looking forward to the Snake as well. I also like how they've differentiated their version of the Scorpion from just a regular Warrior now that it doesn't have the exploding gimmick anymore.

I really liked the Bull design too, so that's one I certainly want to pick up whenever they get round to it. I'd imagine it'll probably be in the next Kenner wave, given that I feel like it's probably one of the most popular ones they haven't done yet.

Honestly I thought all the Kenner Aliens were awesome. They were just so creative and looked so cool, I love that NECA are recreating them like this. The only downside is actually getting my hands on them all....
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Nov 13, 2018, 12:39:28 AM
The original Kenner figures probably cheaper, I just got the old blue alien warrior and the clear mail way predator. The predator was out of his bag but the accessories were sealed, his arms and legs are a little yellow but that seems to be common even from unopened ones. I guess neither are very rare so I opened them for display. I originally when to get the king alien but it was sold a few days before  :(. He had a gorilla alien there for under $20 I think.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Nov 14, 2018, 02:37:50 PM
This 2017 year end Neca Alien Club all in exclusive figure is looking like it won't even be out by the end of 2018! That is ridiculous!

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1227/0654/products/Purple_Warrior2_1024x1024.jpg?v=1527243716)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 14, 2018, 10:40:27 PM
We should really make a game where each of us guesses how much will their next announcement be delayed. My wildest guesses have never come close to how much they delay their stuff.  :laugh:

We could really make some sort of bingo game out of this...   :P
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Nov 14, 2018, 11:23:44 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Nov 14, 2018, 10:40:27 PM
We should really make a game where each of us guesses how much will their next announcement be delayed. My wildest guesses have never come close to how much they delay their stuff.  :laugh:

We could really make some sort of bingo game out of this...   :P

IGN would rate it 7/10. Too much smartass-ery.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 15, 2018, 07:11:22 PM
Neca tweeted today that the club exclusive alien will be out by spring...  :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 16, 2018, 05:10:39 AM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Nov 15, 2018, 07:11:22 PM
Neca tweeted today that the club exclusive alien will be out by spring...  :laugh:
Did they specify what year? Like, spring of 2022?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 16, 2018, 10:03:58 AM
They didn't, which means anything goes.

I know they had factory problems, but I'm really surprised that the Predator series 18 and the Ultimate alien warriors were delayed for a whole year. 
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 16, 2018, 03:19:02 PM
Especially when they were, you know, releasing other merchandise for other lines the entire time. Does Alien/Predator stuff have its own dedicated factory, and that was the only one that was affected?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Nov 16, 2018, 06:01:22 PM
I wouldn't be surprised if thats the case
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 16, 2018, 06:58:33 PM
Seems possible and logical if we take into account that they were producing other stuff during that period. I mean, those two lines are their best selling ones.

Now, I am a huge Neca fan but I'm not blind to their QC issues which are still happening with the new Predator and Alien figures (though of course, it's better than it was before). So imagine what must've been going on with the factories that they said: "We can't ship these figures, they're not good enough"  :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Nov 17, 2018, 02:00:56 PM
Randy tweeted a pic of the upcoming Alien3 creature pack 
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FE521F577-7E1D-4C0B-BA20-53C1A255982B.jpeg&hash=0b4bd8818907b2e89c9a16e44754b5df2100c73e)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2F2FDBB15B-E96A-4D04-8399-59709FE1D0E6.jpeg&hash=a48580b810dc064a3eb93f85c0848ba1e46f3728)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Nov 17, 2018, 02:05:53 PM
Is that the same Queen Facehugger? Love the Bambibuster and Queenbuster though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Nov 17, 2018, 02:09:47 PM
Looks good!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Nov 17, 2018, 02:50:02 PM
Finally! Can't wait!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 18, 2018, 02:18:42 AM
I'm trying to get excited about this set, but the Queen chestburster just looks wrong, and I already got the queen facehugger in the Kenner wave.

Like, that Queen doesn't look like what popped out of Ripley (as briefly as we saw it).

(https://i.imgur.com/3jJT5xc.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/p7PbVv8.jpg)



Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Nov 18, 2018, 03:00:06 AM
I just want it for the Facehugger (In realistic colours) and the Bambi-Burster,
which I'm now noticing seems to have a comically short tail at a strange angle.

I swear to God if the Bambi-Burster can't look straight because of NECA's stupidly limited neck articulation though...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 18, 2018, 12:23:32 PM
They said that won't be the entire A3 pack, that there's more. I'm guessing a normal facehugger, normal chestburster and maybe even an A3 egg? I doubt we'll get the shredded ox or dog.

I also hope the bloody Bambi burster can look up straight, that really should be a given.
Looking at their old articulation prototype photo, the neck should have good range, and the tail will be bendable. Though I will be surprised if we get the extendable tongue.


(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.toyark.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F4%2F2016%2F11%2FBambi-burster-Articulation.jpg&hash=2a38d550b2d8b4d61dc081c7bf513063d85df424)

Though it wouldn't be the first time Neca has changed their articulation plan, I'm still mad that the Defiance alien didn't get the body the Blue Kenner tribute Big Chap got in the same series...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 18, 2018, 05:56:05 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Nov 18, 2018, 12:23:32 PM
I'm still mad that the Defiance alien didn't get the body the Blue Kenner tribute Big Chap got in the same series...
How were they different?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Nov 18, 2018, 06:50:24 PM
I think the only difference is the lower body/legs?
The defiance alien has stompy's legs
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 18, 2018, 09:51:11 PM
Blue Big Chap got the new Big Chap body which will be used for the 40th anniversary Big Chap and the differences it features are double jointed elbows, knee swivel (like the one that the Alien that came with Burke had and the new Ultimate alien warriors have which are out right now) and a swivel at the base of the tail.
It's not a big difference, but I'm an articulation junkie. The problem is that Neca once said that the Isolation body being used for the Defiance alien will be getting the same articulation treatment as the Blue Big Chap. I understand that some problems with their factories could have prevented that, cost issues or whatever, but it still saddens me.
I'm going to have to try and make an improvised double elbow joint instead. Elbows on all aliens should be double jointed IMO.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Nov 18, 2018, 10:53:26 PM
Just I wanted to say that I'm out...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Nov 18, 2018, 10:54:33 PM
Quote from: skull-splitter on Nov 18, 2018, 10:53:26 PM
Just I wanted to say that I'm out...
Out on what? The creature set, or just in general?

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Nov 19, 2018, 05:53:45 AM
Out for lunch, maybe..?

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 19, 2018, 07:52:01 AM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Nov 18, 2018, 09:51:11 PM
Blue Big Chap got the new Big Chap body which will be used for the 40th anniversary Big Chap and the differences it features are double jointed elbows, knee swivel (like the one that the Alien that came with Burke had and the new Ultimate alien warriors have which are out right now) and a swivel at the base of the tail.
It's not a big difference, but I'm an articulation junkie. The problem is that Neca once said that the Isolation body being used for the Defiance alien will be getting the same articulation treatment as the Blue Big Chap. I understand that some problems with their factories could have prevented that, cost issues or whatever, but it still saddens me.
I'm going to have to try and make an improvised double elbow joint instead. Elbows on all aliens should be double jointed IMO.
Thanks for the clarification, I didn't even realize there was a 40th Anniversary Big Chap in the pipeline.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 19, 2018, 08:21:50 AM
Oh there definitely is. Randy confirmed it multiple times. It's gonna release next year as an Ultimate, meaning probably another egg, facehugger and chestburster too with it. Those are probable speculations, don't know if anything else is possible that we're gonna get. We can assume it's gonna have a new paintjob as well.
I would like to have removable domes with different colors and opaqueness, though I doubt they'll do that, would be a nice surprise though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Nov 21, 2018, 12:39:29 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Nov 19, 2018, 08:21:50 AM
Oh there definitely is. Randy confirmed it multiple times. It's gonna release next year as an Ultimate, meaning probably another egg, facehugger and chestburster too with it. Those are probable speculations, don't know if anything else is possible that we're gonna get. We can assume it's gonna have a new paintjob as well.
I would like to have removable domes with different colors and opaqueness, though I doubt they'll do that, would be a nice surprise though.
I actually hope we get a closed egg this time. I feel like I have a metric ton of open eggs, and honestly I don't need ANOTHER facehugger. Unless they do a "dead" version. And I have an army of chest bursters at this point.

I hope they include some pack-in items that are new, since they must have made their money back on the Big Chap mold at this point. I fully expect one of the previous Jonesy pack-ins to be included.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Nov 21, 2018, 12:57:11 PM
Yeah I'd really like to see another closed egg come with the next deluxe alien. So many open eggs...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Nov 21, 2018, 02:10:46 PM
I hope we receive a Alien 1979 style Chestburster, Facehugger and Egg with new molds.
But NECA is cheap, so it's highly unlikely.

Also the NECA mold for the Big Chap itself is... disappointing honestly, for the primary creators of Alien figures.
If the 40th Anniversary version isn't completely new I'm going to save up for the Takayuki Takeya or more likely:
The Alien Mafex No.84.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 21, 2018, 02:39:36 PM
I really doubt they'll go with a completely new mold for this while i fully acknowledge that their sculpt can be improved. The detail is all there, just a plethora of small adjustments to the proportions would be very appreciated. If they gave their Big Chap the proportions of the Kotobukiya statue, I'd be in love.

Agreed about the eggs, I prefer the closed ones too.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Nov 21, 2018, 03:13:00 PM
It's not just that, it's articulation too.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 21, 2018, 04:55:50 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Nov 21, 2018, 02:10:46 PM
I'm going to save up for the Takayuki Takeya or more likely:
The Alien Mafex No.84.
I've got the Mafex figure on preorder, but can you tell me more about that other one?

Edit-- nevermind, that's the Figma one; I've got that on preorder, as well.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Nov 21, 2018, 09:43:00 PM
Personally, I think the upcoming Mamegyorai ALIEN piece is the best thing happening next year. 

At 1/4 scale, though, it's going to be a monster price for a monster piece. 

From what I've seen of the Mamegyorai ALIEN, it squirts corrosive fluids over everything else coming out next year in terms of ALIEN figures, figurines and statues. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Nov 21, 2018, 09:46:46 PM
It's simply too much though.

That's where I draw the line on collectables tbh.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Nov 22, 2018, 04:43:58 AM
I hope we get an accessory set for Alien 40th anniversary (open egg, shut egg, facehugger, chestburster, flame thrower, motion tracker, something like this). I hope they give us a Dallas and Lambert in normal clothing since they have already acquired their likeness rights. Top it off with the Ultimate Big Chap. I'd buy a few cryochambers if they made them.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Nov 22, 2018, 09:24:02 AM
Doubtful they'd be enough of a return to be worth it, aside from Lambert and Dallas.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 22, 2018, 01:24:27 PM
The accessory set would be more likely than plainclothes Lambert and Dallas, as the latter would require custom sculpts and molds that they likely wouldn't be able to use for future figures. That, and human figures are generally pegwarmers - Lambert and Dallas in space suits warmed the pegs in my local stores for months, and they had the advantage of being visually interesting because they were in cool space suits; how well do you think "man and woman in everyday clothes" will sell among the general public? :P
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Nov 22, 2018, 01:41:10 PM
I was thinking sell them as a two pack- like they did with Burke.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Nov 22, 2018, 03:36:15 PM
Make them some kind of exclusive 2 pack. Make them more expensive. Just make them please.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Nov 22, 2018, 03:45:45 PM
The only human figures I've seen NECA release that have left pegs almost as fast as they arrive are the Marines.
My local shop still has some Hicks/Hudson two packs left but thats about it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Nov 22, 2018, 05:58:22 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Nov 22, 2018, 03:45:45 PM
The only human figures I've seen NECA release that have left pegs almost as fast as they arrive are the Marines.
My local shop still has some Hicks/Hudson two packs left but thats about it.

Where? Must have!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Nov 22, 2018, 06:17:44 PM
Ordered an Ultimate Brown Warrior today.

Looking forward to getting him.

For the potential Ultimate Big Chap.  Does anyone think an Eggmorphed Brett would be a nice accessory to have ?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 22, 2018, 06:33:44 PM
To-scale replica of the Nostromo (and Refinery).
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 22, 2018, 06:59:23 PM
I guess that might come eventually with their cinemachines line?

Quote from: Russ840 on Nov 22, 2018, 06:17:44 PM
Ordered an Ultimate Brown Warrior today.

Looking forward to getting him.

For the potential Ultimate Big Chap.  Does anyone think an Eggmorphed Brett would be a nice accessory to have ?

Didn't think of the eggmorphed Brett, that'd be really cool.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Nov 22, 2018, 07:23:34 PM
Also, if they want to give us the traditional things then, as some have said, give us a closed egg and i think a very bloody, coiled up chestburster that looks like it has just emerged from Kane.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Nov 22, 2018, 09:05:59 PM
Great ideas for an accessory set! Egg morphing Brett, bloodied curled up facehugger, open egg, closed egg, alien facehugger, and chestburster.
Now that's be sweet.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Nov 25, 2018, 05:51:02 PM
So?
(https://aa1a5178aef33568e9c4-a77ea51e8d8892c1eb8348eb6b3663f6.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/p/full/7b445f95-970d-458d-aabd-ee1af56729c6.jpg)
+
(https://aa1a5178aef33568e9c4-a77ea51e8d8892c1eb8348eb6b3663f6.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/p/full/c5515b70-e2f6-4be2-8a8b-56521981c5b7.jpg)

;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Nov 25, 2018, 06:57:10 PM
Where are they from ?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Nov 25, 2018, 07:09:14 PM
Alien MAFEX No.084 Big Chap
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/VariationDetails/79247
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Nov 25, 2018, 10:06:08 PM
Little cheaper here.
https://www.amiami.com/eng/detail/?gcode=FIGURE-041792
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 26, 2018, 09:25:21 AM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Nov 25, 2018, 10:06:08 PM
Little cheaper here.
https://www.amiami.com/eng/detail/?gcode=FIGURE-041792

How much is shipping, though?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Nov 27, 2018, 08:31:40 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Nov 26, 2018, 09:25:21 AM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Nov 25, 2018, 10:06:08 PM
Little cheaper here.
https://www.amiami.com/eng/detail/?gcode=FIGURE-041792

How much is shipping, though?
Quote from: Xenomrph on Nov 26, 2018, 09:25:21 AM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Nov 25, 2018, 10:06:08 PM
Little cheaper here.
https://www.amiami.com/eng/detail/?gcode=FIGURE-041792

How much is shipping, though?

Not 100% sure, but way cheaper than BBTS (cheapest shipping takes like 3 weeks, I've been using them for years, still get them WAY before BBTS).
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Dec 08, 2018, 04:54:09 PM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1071404581274431489
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Russ840 on Dec 08, 2018, 05:57:27 PM
Awesome
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 08, 2018, 07:29:22 PM
Oh snap, that looks really good.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Dec 08, 2018, 07:46:22 PM
Movie-accurate Neomorph never.   :'(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 08, 2018, 11:39:07 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Dec 08, 2018, 07:46:22 PM
Movie-accurate Neomorph never.   :'(
Blame that on the studio, who gave NECA the intended designs for it and the proto-Xenomorph practical props, and then changed them to CGI at the last minute without informing NECA.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Dec 11, 2018, 04:56:55 PM
They were always intended to be replaced with CGI according to OddStudios.
The Xenomorph's are similar, but the Neomorphs are worlds away from each other.

The NECA Neomorph looks like it's the film version
but opaque, old and wrinkly, more back spines and a completely different pharyngeal jaw and proportions.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Dec 12, 2018, 04:33:24 AM
Regardless, NECA can only sculpt based on the material given them. They can't guess at what the cgi version is going to look like.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 12, 2018, 07:33:09 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Dec 12, 2018, 04:33:24 AM
Regardless, NECA can only sculpt based on the material given them. They can't guess at what the cgi version is going to look like.
Exactly. Had they been given the CGI model, I'm confident the figures would have been screen-accurate.

It made NECA look especially bad when they specifically used the words "screen accurate" on the packaging for the figures. :P
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: CelticP on Dec 12, 2018, 05:44:57 PM
Ridley's camera monitor screen accurate
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 13, 2018, 12:38:38 AM
Quote from: CelticP on Dec 12, 2018, 05:44:57 PM
Ridley's camera monitor screen accurate
Hahaha
Technically correct is the best kind of correct. :P
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Dec 13, 2018, 05:10:55 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Nov 25, 2018, 05:51:02 PM
So?
https://aa1a5178aef33568e9c4-a77ea51e8d8892c1eb8348eb6b3663f6.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/p/full/7b445f95-970d-458d-aabd-ee1af56729c6.jpg
+
https://aa1a5178aef33568e9c4-a77ea51e8d8892c1eb8348eb6b3663f6.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/p/full/c5515b70-e2f6-4be2-8a8b-56521981c5b7.jpg

;D

With some hot glue, patience, and acrylic paints I am confident I could make this with pre existing neca accessories.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Dec 13, 2018, 05:55:40 PM
Then just do 'em again! Theatrical Release accurate this time!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Dec 14, 2018, 10:03:31 PM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1073696887545438208
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Dec 14, 2018, 10:23:51 PM
So...brown version of avp warrior?


Always did like resurrection design for some weird reason
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Dec 14, 2018, 11:06:51 PM
With new legs as well.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Dec 15, 2018, 09:04:42 AM
Quote from: DerelictShip on Dec 14, 2018, 10:23:51 PMSo...brown version of avp warrior?

The Aliens in AVP were just the Resurrection suits repainted and reused, so...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Dec 15, 2018, 12:16:37 PM
It's screen accurate. Though the forearms, hands and lower legs are newly sculpted as to be accurate. And because of the extra leg joint, if you stand him up, he might be the tallest alien to date I believe.

Love the head articulation! Though it's funny that we get this needed improvement on the Rez figure first. 
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Dec 15, 2018, 02:18:32 PM
Quote from: HuDaFuK on Dec 15, 2018, 09:04:42 AM
Quote from: DerelictShip on Dec 14, 2018, 10:23:51 PMSo...brown version of avp warrior?

The Aliens in AVP were just the Resurrection suits repainted and reused, so...

Makes sense now! Learn something new everyday
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Dec 19, 2018, 02:51:40 AM
Just splurged on a David to display with my Ultimate Aliens figure.

(https://i.imgur.com/ZICsVub.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/sggctqJ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/7FBnBQD.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Dmn5kqV.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/v34VEYE.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fDTRIQ8.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Dec 19, 2018, 08:15:00 PM
Nice pics!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Kurgan on Dec 19, 2018, 09:53:32 PM
I especially like the second one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Dec 19, 2018, 10:08:06 PM
It never occured to me that NECA David was such spot on.
Thanks to your pics, I'd rather consider buying it  ;D.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Dec 20, 2018, 12:08:31 AM
The sculpt is fantastic on him! Shadows do him wonders. But in full light, the skin paint is dull and the eyebrows and lips are bad IMO. With a basic repaint of the face he looks fantastic in all lighting. Definitely worth getting.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Dec 20, 2018, 01:50:15 AM
Thanks, guys.

Quote from: Still Collating... on Dec 20, 2018, 12:08:31 AM
The sculpt is fantastic on him! Shadows do him wonders. But in full light, the skin paint is dull and the eyebrows and lips are bad IMO. With a basic repaint of the face he looks fantastic in all lighting. Definitely worth getting.

Agreed.  I was a little disappointed in the paint job when I first saw it in person.  I couldn't see Fassbender until looking at these shadowy photos.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 20, 2018, 08:35:32 AM
Nice find! The Prometheus stuff tends to go for a bit extra these days, unfortunately.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Eldritch_DM on Dec 23, 2018, 06:36:43 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Dec 20, 2018, 08:35:32 AM
Nice find! The Prometheus stuff tends to go for a bit extra these days, unfortunately.

Sad but true. If you get lucky, you might can find a David or Deacon for like $80 usd on ebay.

That Resurrection warrior actually looks great.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 23, 2018, 10:15:30 PM
Didn't see this posted, NECA put up a prototype photo of Ripley 8 on their Twitter:

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1076227031946412033

The face seems.... off, I dunno. Everything else looks really cool though, and the basketball is a nice touch.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: DerelictShip on Dec 23, 2018, 11:19:32 PM
Kind of looks like.....Michael Jackson?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Eldritch_DM on Dec 23, 2018, 11:50:26 PM
The face does look a bit off, but I don't think its terrible. The painted fingernails is a nice touch.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Dec 25, 2018, 01:57:18 PM
Looks like we're getting a Kenner Inspired Drake Figure. They can't do the actual one due to likeness rights...but it still looks great as an addition to any marine squad!

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2Fb5Tmbgm.jpg&hash=9cc8aa8b526fd0644e24ea1412adf6fc9b20b0b7)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Dec 25, 2018, 04:21:29 PM
Well, at least it´s better than nothing  :P but looks nice :)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Dec 25, 2018, 07:45:19 PM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Dec 25, 2018, 04:21:29 PM
Well, at least it´s better than nothing  :P but looks nice :)

Here is the painted version.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FRnBRMUp.jpg&hash=07ad803fad2aa0276988b32effb70fd8e6f0661f)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Dec 25, 2018, 08:03:11 PM
Quote from: Clanleaderyautja on Dec 25, 2018, 07:45:19 PM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Dec 25, 2018, 04:21:29 PM
Well, at least it´s better than nothing  :P but looks nice :)

Here is the painted version.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FRnBRMUp.jpg&hash=07ad803fad2aa0276988b32effb70fd8e6f0661f)

My feelings are so mixed right now, it's not even funny.

The paint is so cool, though. That's just love and care of craft right there.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Dec 25, 2018, 08:07:24 PM
Quote from: TheSailingRabbit on Dec 25, 2018, 08:03:11 PM
Quote from: Clanleaderyautja on Dec 25, 2018, 07:45:19 PM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Dec 25, 2018, 04:21:29 PM
Well, at least it´s better than nothing  :P but looks nice :)

Here is the painted version.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FRnBRMUp.jpg&hash=07ad803fad2aa0276988b32effb70fd8e6f0661f)

My feelings are so mixed right now, it's not even funny.

The paint is so cool, though. That's just love and care of craft right there.

Believe it or not, I like this better than the original. It screams AWESOME 80's inspiration. This uniform is 100% better than what he had in aliens. The bandolier especially.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Dec 25, 2018, 08:28:08 PM
Everything I can think of that is for SURE upcoming in the next couple years...
Series 12, Kenner Apone
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1227/0654/products/Apone1_1024x1024.jpg?v=1527243691)
Kenner Snake Alien
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1227/0654/products/gallery1_large.jpg?v=1527243691)
Kenner Scorpion Alien
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1227/0654/products/gallery3_large.jpg?v=1527243691)

2017 Alien Club exclusive figure
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1227/0654/products/Purple_Warrior2_1024x1024.jpg?v=1527243716)

Aliens series 13, Resurrection figures
Ripley
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Du-GxzlXgAE0Fif.jpg)
Alien Warrior
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DuaJkKSXQAcbMp3.jpg)
Newborn
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dt5kyOHWkAM72-x.jpg)

Alien 3 creature accessory set
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DsKtDBzV4AEanAK.jpg)

Aliens vs Predator Arcade Aliens
Razor Alien
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2017%2F07%2F51677-Razor-Claw2.jpg&hash=2de22ad771b6f33b596d009df001971c5f784e39)
Chrysalis Alien
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2017%2F07%2F51678-Chrysalis1.jpg&hash=67edc97fbf604783b8666cae23bdc6226eeb504f)
Arachnoid Alien
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2017%2F07%2F51679-Arachnoid1.jpg&hash=dc80c7e09bf3fb568c71b19c1220049abd03fe11)

Kenner Drake
(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4mz3j0roZ8M/W1zLNLGnmwI/AAAAAAABlkU/zumTpVbH0JIzmDIPsg-QeA1D5QyGEr4RwCLcBGAs/s1600/Drake.jpg)

DC vs Aliens 2 Packs
Superman vs Alien
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Armored Batman vs Predator
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Batman vs Alien
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They have confirmed that series 14 will be Aliens vs Predator Requiem (warrior and predalien confirmed)
We know they are doing stuff for Alien's 40th anniversary including an ultimate Big Chap.

Am I forgetting anything?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Dec 25, 2018, 08:38:40 PM
Quote from: Clanleaderyautja on Dec 25, 2018, 08:07:24 PM
Quote from: TheSailingRabbit on Dec 25, 2018, 08:03:11 PM
Quote from: Clanleaderyautja on Dec 25, 2018, 07:45:19 PM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Dec 25, 2018, 04:21:29 PM
Well, at least it´s better than nothing  :P but looks nice :)

Here is the painted version.

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My feelings are so mixed right now, it's not even funny.

The paint is so cool, though. That's just love and care of craft right there.

Believe it or not, I like this better than the original. It screams AWESOME 80's inspiration. This uniform is 100% better than what he had in aliens. The bandolier especially.

I definitely like and respect the retro aspect. It's pretty badass.

I guess it's the fact that I didn't grow up with the original Kenner stuff as to one of the reasons I'm more inclined to like something movie-accurate. I didn't even know it was a thing until recently. Definitely don't hate it by any means. The Kenner stuff (by what I've read) has a lot of sentimental value for some of you guys, and I respect that.

I dunno, it feels weird sometimes that I'm very, very late to this party. I was late to Harry Potter, late to Pokémon, late to video gaming, etc. I just didn't grow up with some stuff.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Eldritch_DM on Dec 25, 2018, 09:16:31 PM
That's a lot of cool stuff coming next year. I can't wait for more Kenner based figs. I'm especially excited for the Apone/Snake/Scorpion.

I'm patiently waiting for them to try something more ambitious like the Bull or dare I say, the Killer Crab.... when the Kenner toy line got really wild. lol
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Dec 25, 2018, 09:55:38 PM
Holy shit I need that Batman/Predator combo!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Dec 25, 2018, 10:31:50 PM
Movie Drake was confirmed by Mark Rolston/NECA on twitter earlier this year.
The Batman/Super Man/Alien/Predator packs are going to be con exclusives due to licensing issues. If it's anything like the recent convention exclusives us normal folk will still have a chance to grab them when they do those brief online sales
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Dec 25, 2018, 10:36:46 PM
Randy did say they were doing something for the 40th anniversary, so I hope they do something from the original film.  I'm personally just hoping for an Ultimate Big Chap, which is apparently on the schedule at some point.

But I can't complain.  I grew up with the AVP arcade game and the Kenner line is actually what sparked my interest in the franchise.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 26, 2018, 05:50:11 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Dec 25, 2018, 10:31:50 PM
Movie Drake was confirmed by Mark Rolston/NECA on twitter earlier this year.
Whoa, really? Do you have a link?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Dec 26, 2018, 12:39:34 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Dec 26, 2018, 05:50:11 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Dec 25, 2018, 10:31:50 PM
Movie Drake was confirmed by Mark Rolston/NECA on twitter earlier this year.
Whoa, really? Do you have a link?

The actual tweet is posted in this article, it was from September 2017 so I had the date wrong. Here's to hoping he gets announced officially sometime in 2019, and ideally released before that years over.

https://www.mephitsu.co.uk/blog/hope-yet-for-a-neca-aliens-drake-figure
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Dec 26, 2018, 02:17:46 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Dec 26, 2018, 12:39:34 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Dec 26, 2018, 05:50:11 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Dec 25, 2018, 10:31:50 PM
Movie Drake was confirmed by Mark Rolston/NECA on twitter earlier this year.
Whoa, really? Do you have a link?

The actual tweet is posted in this article, it was from September 2017 so I had the date wrong. Here's to hoping he gets announced officially sometime in 2019, and ideally released before that years over.

https://www.mephitsu.co.uk/blog/hope-yet-for-a-neca-aliens-drake-figure

Say what?

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Dec 26, 2018, 04:25:16 PM
That actually just says that they are in discussions, nothing says it has been finalized or confirmed.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Dec 27, 2018, 07:17:58 PM
Yep, not confirmed yet. Likeness rights are always tough, let's not get our hopes up until it's confirmed.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Dec 27, 2018, 11:20:34 PM
Quote from: Badwolf-00 on Dec 25, 2018, 09:16:31 PM
That's a lot of cool stuff coming next year. I can't wait for more Kenner based figs. I'm especially excited for the Apone/Snake/Scorpion.

I'm patiently waiting for them to try something more ambitious like the Bull or dare I say, the Killer Crab.... when the Kenner toy line got really wild. lol
I'd like a flying queen and the killer crap was one of my favourites.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 28, 2018, 12:48:50 AM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Dec 25, 2018, 08:28:08 PM
Everything I can think of that is for SURE upcoming in the next couple years...
Am I forgetting anything?

That's a comprehensive list.  We just don't know exactly what they'll have for the 40th Anniversary.  Sure, you mention the Ultimate Big Chap; but I am thinking there's more.

After seeing what Super7 have done with their ALIEN Wave 3 - in particular the packaging design for their Parker and Brett figures featuring images of the actors - I'm thinking we may see Parker and Brett finally released as NECA items.  I'd be very surprised if we don't see 'em at some point.  If the actors (admittedly, Stanton is now deceased) have provided rights to do so elsewhere, I can see NECA also following suit.

I am very interested in seeing what happens next year.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Dec 28, 2018, 11:15:52 AM
I would like to see Specimen 6 from AvP 2010. We never got a figure of her and she was one of the most prolific xenomorphs in recent memory.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Dec 28, 2018, 11:41:23 AM
Probably an ideal candidate for an Eaglemoss release, actually. 

They seem to be very interested in releasing the lesser known characters.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Dec 28, 2018, 04:20:51 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 28, 2018, 11:41:23 AM
Probably an ideal candidate for an Eaglemoss release, actually. 

They seem to be very interested in releasing the lesser known characters.

-Windebieste.

What's weird is they did a multi-player character skin for a predator (serpant hunter) but not the actual main character of the game. And only that one character from the game. I would like to see them make more of the characters. Such as Dark, Rookie, and the Specimen 6 I mentioned. I mean if they are remaking old kenner preds at Neca I'm sure they can do these.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Eldritch_DM on Dec 28, 2018, 06:04:06 PM
Quote from: bobcunk on Dec 27, 2018, 11:20:34 PM
Quote from: Badwolf-00 on Dec 25, 2018, 09:16:31 PM
That's a lot of cool stuff coming next year. I can't wait for more Kenner based figs. I'm especially excited for the Apone/Snake/Scorpion.

I'm patiently waiting for them to try something more ambitious like the Bull or dare I say, the Killer Crab.... when the Kenner toy line got really wild. lol
I'd like a flying queen and the killer crap was one of my favourites.

I remember reading a reply from NECA on twitter asking about a flying queen and they said it was definitely something they wanted to do. So here's hoping!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Dec 28, 2018, 07:47:54 PM
I meant crab, but it's funny so I'm not correcting it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Dec 28, 2018, 08:12:52 PM
Quote from: bobcunk on Dec 27, 2018, 11:20:34 PM
I'd like a flying queen and the killer crap was one of my favourites.

Hopefully one day, NECA will do the honors.
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0364527/ (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0364527/)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Dec 28, 2018, 08:26:22 PM
Quote from: Clanleaderyautja on Dec 28, 2018, 04:20:51 PM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 28, 2018, 11:41:23 AM
Probably an ideal candidate for an Eaglemoss release, actually. 

They seem to be very interested in releasing the lesser known characters.

-Windebieste.

What's weird is they did a multi-player character skin for a predator (serpant hunter) but not the actual main character of the game. And only that one character from the game. I would like to see them make more of the characters. Such as Dark, Rookie, and the Specimen 6 I mentioned. I mean if they are remaking old kenner preds at Neca I'm sure they can do these.

I expect they will make more figures for the game, sooner or later. They are gonna be making more of the AVP 2010 preds because most of them just need a new head. Neca always uses every new sculpt to the fullest.  :laugh: Rookie and 6 will be tougher, especially because 6 is gonna need a new sculpt or at least some parts of it will be new. I was really surprised we got Serpent Hunter this early, but I'm not complaining.
I'm guessing they're gonna try and release Dark, Rookie and 6 in the same year. 2020 would be my earliest guess, though 2021 maybe more probable.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Dec 29, 2018, 01:44:23 AM
I just finished a custom dark predator. Posting in custom figures... 8)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Rabbit2100 on Dec 29, 2018, 04:31:35 PM
Has anyone got an idea of when the CapcomAVP aliens will be shipping?I've got a set on preorder from BBTS and it hasnt updated since November.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Eldritch_DM on Dec 29, 2018, 06:09:46 PM
Quote from: Rabbit2100 on Dec 29, 2018, 04:31:35 PM
Has anyone got an idea of when the CapcomAVP aliens will be shipping?I've got a set on preorder from BBTS and it hasnt updated since November.

It's not uncommon for NECA to kinda fall behind projected release date for things. Be patient is all I can say. BBTS is great though, they're pretty quick as soon as they receive product to get it out to you if you preordered it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Dec 30, 2018, 06:38:12 AM
Quote from: Badwolf-00 on Dec 29, 2018, 06:09:46 PM
Quote from: Rabbit2100 on Dec 29, 2018, 04:31:35 PM
Has anyone got an idea of when the CapcomAVP aliens will be shipping?I've got a set on preorder from BBTS and it hasnt updated since November.

It's not uncommon for NECA to kinda fall behind projected release date for things. Be patient is all I can say. BBTS is great though, they're pretty quick as soon as they receive product to get it out to you if you preordered it.

The Predator figures are coming out on Monday.
No release date for the 3 Alien figures or the human 2 pack yet...I expect them within the next 2 months.

BBTS will get them about 4-6 weeks after their actual release.

Just FYI.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Eldritch_DM on Dec 30, 2018, 07:47:34 AM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Dec 30, 2018, 06:38:12 AM
Quote from: Badwolf-00 on Dec 29, 2018, 06:09:46 PM
Quote from: Rabbit2100 on Dec 29, 2018, 04:31:35 PM
Has anyone got an idea of when the CapcomAVP aliens will be shipping?I've got a set on preorder from BBTS and it hasnt updated since November.

It's not uncommon for NECA to kinda fall behind projected release date for things. Be patient is all I can say. BBTS is great though, they're pretty quick as soon as they receive product to get it out to you if you preordered it.

The Predator figures are coming out on Monday.
No release date for the 3 Alien figures or the human 2 pack yet...I expect them within the next 2 months.

BBTS will get them about 4-6 weeks after their actual release.

Just FYI.

Well that's good to know. Any reason why BBTS gets their stuff that much later than everyone else?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 30, 2018, 08:20:09 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Dec 28, 2018, 11:41:23 AM
Probably an ideal candidate for an Eaglemoss release, actually. 

They seem to be very interested in releasing the lesser known characters.

-Windebieste.
I'd be shocked if Eaglemoss didn't do one, given how they've been mining the "EU".
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jan 04, 2019, 03:13:29 AM
I got the neca ultimate aliens figure, now i just need the covenant and resurrection creatures.

(https://i.imgur.com/x41mBdt.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Jan 08, 2019, 03:10:02 AM
Neca keeps saying how the ressurection figure will be available spring 2019 but i havent seen it available for preorder anywhere, and its the only alien figures i havent seen up for preorder after announcment. And id hate to miss out on it.

Its got the best neck articulation of necas aliens and i cant pass that up
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Jan 08, 2019, 06:29:32 PM
The real reason the movies, comics and games exist: Action figures! And I mean that in the best possible way  ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jan 11, 2019, 10:49:57 PM
New pic from NECA of the upcoming A3 creature pack.
Randy stated today that there is a fourth "surprise" piece in this pack he will reveal next week.
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FEB59F2AF-024F-4BCA-A06A-56A353845B68.jpeg&hash=4cea1b9ef069b58403ad81086329f87be033f639)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Jan 11, 2019, 10:53:22 PM
I bet it's proper queen chestburster.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 12, 2019, 01:34:54 AM
That little Runner looks phenomenal.

The Queen looks a little too...
"sculpted" a little McFarlane-y.
Doesn't make it realistic,
but does give it a certain
nostalgic appeal to me.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Jan 12, 2019, 07:51:23 AM
Have we ever had an opportunity to look at juvenile Queen?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Samhain13 on Jan 12, 2019, 01:36:58 PM
Quote from: Master on Jan 12, 2019, 07:51:23 AM
Have we ever had an opportunity to look at juvenile Queen?

If you count Chet...

Then there are the Praetorians too.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 12, 2019, 03:07:12 PM
Those look pretty great actually.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Eldritch_DM on Jan 12, 2019, 05:14:17 PM
That set looks awesome. I definitely like the juvenile queen. Looking forward to it. Also the repainted queen/royal facehugger in the background.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Jan 13, 2019, 10:11:24 AM
Quote from: Samhain13 on Jan 12, 2019, 01:36:58 PM
Quote from: Master on Jan 12, 2019, 07:51:23 AM
Have we ever had an opportunity to look at juvenile Queen?

If you count Chet...

Then there are the Praetorians too.

Riiiiight, I forgot about this bull. Still she had no additional arms.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Jan 13, 2019, 08:34:25 PM
All this makes me think I should still be collecting, but I've overrun my available space. :/
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 13, 2019, 09:04:20 PM
Quote from: XenoHunter99 on Jan 13, 2019, 08:34:25 PM
All this makes me think I should still be collecting, but I've overrun my available space. :/
Buy a bigger house. It's what I did, I can confirm it's 100% effective. ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Jan 14, 2019, 01:17:31 AM
Has anywhere put these or the Alien ressurection figures up for preorder? Havent seen them anywhere yet and its prerty frustrating
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Jan 14, 2019, 03:37:11 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 13, 2019, 09:04:20 PM
Quote from: XenoHunter99 on Jan 13, 2019, 08:34:25 PM
All this makes me think I should still be collecting, but I've overrun my available space. :/
Buy a bigger house. It's what I did, I can confirm it's 100% effective. ;D
Good idea! :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 15, 2019, 04:46:40 PM
https://twitter.com/VF1R/status/1085215883155435520
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 15, 2019, 06:30:42 PM
Wow! Does that come in the creature set?

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 15, 2019, 07:27:12 PM
I believe so.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 15, 2019, 07:28:57 PM
A surprise to be sure, but a welcome one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jan 15, 2019, 11:53:05 PM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FE98C32C9-96BA-466E-90D2-13FDB86FA023.jpeg&hash=0403b40bb421fd504a97844660c920f503777a37)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 16, 2019, 12:09:30 AM
I like the scale of those bursters.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 16, 2019, 12:55:21 AM
Colonial Marines K-9 fodder? Oooooooo
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Jan 16, 2019, 01:05:43 AM
So cool to see them give so much love to Alien 3 despite hating it.

How cool would it be if they did a Resurrection accessory set consisting of the seven failed Ripley clones?  That awesome scene would make such a great display.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Jan 16, 2019, 01:17:07 AM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Jan 16, 2019, 12:55:21 AM
Colonial Marines K-9 fodder? Oooooooo

I never thought of that when I first saw this. Awesome idea. That's a story in of itself.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 16, 2019, 03:15:44 AM
Quote from: TheSailingRabbit on Jan 16, 2019, 01:17:07 AM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Jan 16, 2019, 12:55:21 AM
Colonial Marines K-9 fodder? Oooooooo

I never thought of that when I first saw this. Awesome idea. That's a story in of itself.

The only reservation is lack of visible articulation?  ???
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: C91_SJ on Jan 16, 2019, 06:14:31 AM
A couple more pictures of the A³ creature pack available here: http://necaonline.com/2019/01/alien-3-accessory-pack-creature-pack/
I'm digging it ... could be the first NECA figurines I'd buy since a while.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 16, 2019, 08:11:33 AM
I'm still not really enthusiastic about the A3 creature pack - I already have the queen facehugger via the Kenner wave, I don't really care about having a Spike figure, and the queen chestburster is not only wildly out-of-scale but it doesn't actually look like what was in the movie (I did a post with comparison photos/video a couple pages ago). The bambi burster is neat, but I'm not buying the whole set just for one thing.
Quote from: David's Creation on Jan 16, 2019, 01:05:43 AM
So cool to see them give so much love to Alien 3 despite hating it.

How cool would it be if they did a Resurrection accessory set consisting of the seven failed Ripley clones?  That awesome scene would make such a great display.
If they did some kind of diorama of the Ripley clones I'd buy it in a heartbeat.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 16, 2019, 08:42:05 AM
Yes, but this Queen Facehugger's
colouration is more realistic and
less expensive, as it was £30 by
itself, alongside a larger version
no one asked for. As for the Queen,
I consider that Queen "Chestburster"
less of a Chestburster and more so
- akin to the Adolescent Neomorph.
I really love how spider-like it is, it's
really evocative of the way it moves
as JC wished the Queen to in Aliens.

The Bambi Burster's what I adore and
ultimately what I'm getting the set for,
I won't turn my nose up at Spike- but I
would have preferred something else.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 16, 2019, 01:05:46 PM
I've been wanting this specific version of the queen face hugger since seeing the Kenner version. I want it just to make a face hugged victim with it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kane's other son on Jan 16, 2019, 03:53:53 PM
The queen chestburster concept looks amazing. I want to see that thing in a movie.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 17, 2019, 08:23:05 AM
Quote from: The Old One on Jan 16, 2019, 08:42:05 AM
Yes, but this Queen Facehugger's
colouration is more realistic and
less expensive, as it was £30 by
itself, alongside a larger version
no one asked for.
The larger version is a homage to the Kenner toy of the same name, and I was very happy to get it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Jan 17, 2019, 10:34:08 AM
I rather have a diorama piece/figure stand of the chestbursted dog, rather than an actual figure of the dog.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 17, 2019, 11:28:56 AM
Yeah the dog seems like an odd choice. Like in what context can you really display it that makes sense? Especially the un-scarred face.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 17, 2019, 01:00:32 PM
I'd say it was probably just a chance for them to reuse the dog body from there Nightmare on Elm Street demon dog body so they took it
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jan 18, 2019, 03:20:59 AM
Series 13 is finally on the Neca official release calendar!
http://necaonline.com/events/2019-02/
February 19th! Cannot wait!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 18, 2019, 05:14:36 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jan 17, 2019, 01:00:32 PM
I'd say it was probably just a chance for them to reuse the dog body from there Nightmare on Elm Street demon dog body so they took it
I didn't realize it was a reuse of an existing mold from a different line, that makes more sense.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jan 18, 2019, 07:03:14 PM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Jan 18, 2019, 03:20:59 AM
Series 13 is finally on the Neca official release calendar!
http://necaonline.com/events/2019-02/
February 19th! Cannot wait!

Awesome! Though I'm bummed that that's getting released before the arcade aliens. Still, lots of new alien and pred figures since December, I'm liking this pace.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 19, 2019, 02:18:35 PM
Series 14/Alien Resurrection Wave Officially Announced (http://necaonline.com/2019/01/aliens-7-scale-action-figure-series-14-alien-resurrection-assortment/)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 19, 2019, 02:32:40 PM
The impure Alien's gorgeous.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Darkness on Jan 19, 2019, 04:49:16 PM
I was about to post this. :P

The Alien 3 pack has definitely intrigued me. Never thought they'd do the dog. Queen chestburster though? Why  not just put the Runner in instead.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 19, 2019, 04:56:35 PM
What do you mean?

The Queen chestburster's
everywhere in the Alien³
iconography and there
is a "Bambi Burster"
figure in the set.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bob on Jan 19, 2019, 10:49:21 PM
Alien evolution:

Prometheus/Covenant -  fleshy to biomechanical

Alien 1-4 - biomechanical to fleshy

That makes sense, but according to Alec Gillis the runner is more biomech than the Aliens warrior.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predwars24 on Jan 19, 2019, 11:12:42 PM
I love all of these. I hope one day we'll get a Praetorian, what can I say love that xenomorph variant the most. I still need to get a bunch of neca aliens including the queen though, and a few predators. All I know is I need to a bigger wallet.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 20, 2019, 12:15:03 AM
Quote from: Predwars24 on Jan 19, 2019, 11:12:42 PM
I love all of these. I hope one day we'll get a Praetorian, what can I say love that xenomorph variant the most.
Did you get the Alien based on the 'Defiance' comic series? ;)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 20, 2019, 12:40:09 AM
Yeah those are my stand-in praetorians.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predwars24 on Jan 20, 2019, 12:59:42 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 20, 2019, 12:15:03 AM
Quote from: Predwars24 on Jan 19, 2019, 11:12:42 PM
I love all of these. I hope one day we'll get a Praetorian, what can I say love that xenomorph variant the most.
Did you get the Alien based on the 'Defiance' comic series? ;)

No I missed out on that unfortunately.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Jan 20, 2019, 01:06:43 AM
Can we get announcements like this on the front page for every NECA Aliens & Predator Series confirmation?  They're on their 100th Predator figure and series 14 for Aliens and this is the first time I've seen this on the front page. I think it's a great feature and have always wanted to see NECA's figures on the front page of my fave AvP fansite.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Jan 20, 2019, 01:59:34 AM
Curious if the Newborn is getting a Ultimate release or some exclusive release. I'm thinking that's odd he's not included in the main line even though we've seen pictures of him.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: LtJesseRipley on Jan 20, 2019, 03:30:19 AM
This is so awesome!!!

I am saving my dollary doos now there is so much stuff I want, series 14, newborn, alien 3 pack, new making of alien book! Take my money!!!!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jan 20, 2019, 04:04:35 AM
Quote from: slaysaliens on Jan 20, 2019, 01:06:43 AM
Can we get announcements like this on the front page for every NECA Aliens & Predator Series confirmation?  They're on their 100th Predator figure and series 14 for Aliens and this is the first time I've seen this on the front page. I think it's a great feature and have always wanted to see NECA's figures on the front page of my fave AvP fansite.

Neca announced Burke 2 pack
https://www.avpgalaxy.net/2017/06/29/neca-announces-burke-aliens-hadleys-hope-two-pack/

Various Neca news
https://www.avpgalaxy.net/2018/02/18/toy-fair-2018-aliens-series-13-dutch-linn-ultimate-elder-bad-blood-enforcer-predators/

It's been on the front page numerous times, but not religiously, like it should. Both announcements and actual release dates.


Has anyone ever seen someone ask Neca about making an Alien vs Predator movie queen with chains and such?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 20, 2019, 10:09:21 AM
Quote from: Predalien91 on Jan 20, 2019, 01:59:34 AM
Curious if the Newborn is getting a Ultimate release or some exclusive release. I'm thinking that's odd he's not included in the main line even though we've seen pictures of him.
If he's to scale, he'll be a lot bigger than the other two in the line. I suspect he's getting his own release.

On the topic of the Ripley 8 figure, I always get a giggle when things refer to the guns as Lacrima-99 and Draco Double Burner, both of which are sourced from the old Aliens/Predator card game. It's one of the few things from the card game to carry over into common franchise "lore".
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Jan 20, 2019, 11:02:31 AM
I really hope Ressurection line does well. I'd love to have Johner and Vrees. All of the actually.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 20, 2019, 11:32:30 AM
Quote from: bob on Jan 19, 2019, 10:49:21 PM

That makes sense, but according to Alec Gillis the runner is more biomech than the Aliens warrior.


It is, aside from the neck
which is missing mechanics.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 20, 2019, 11:51:37 AM
Quote from: Master on Jan 20, 2019, 11:02:31 AM
I really hope Ressurection line does well. I'd love to have Johner and Vrees. All of the actually.
I'd love to get a Johner figure.

He'd need double-jointed knees so he can hang upside-down though. Like, that's mandatory.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Jan 20, 2019, 11:56:31 AM
Yeah and for accesories his thermos gun transformer, knife and twin pistols. I wouldn't mind another Draco Double Burner either.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Alienon on Jan 20, 2019, 12:11:00 PM
Wow, Queen chestburster looks awesome and sinister. Now we need movie with this monster. Or game - do you want meet this in dark corridor?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 20, 2019, 02:03:48 PM
Probably a good place to ask, are there any specs on Machiko's gun that you're aware of? Is it a pulse rifle or some sort of shotgun?

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Richman678 on Jan 20, 2019, 02:20:13 PM
I like the Alien 3 pack. Specifically that Queen youth one. (Even if it isn't canon)

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 20, 2019, 03:37:27 PM
Quote from: Richman678 on Jan 20, 2019, 02:20:13 PM
I like the Alien 3 pack. Specifically that Queen youth one. (Even if it isn't canon)


Well it's "canon" because it's in Alien3, it's just not film-accurate. :P

Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Jan 20, 2019, 02:03:48 PM
Probably a good place to ask, are there any specs on Machiko's gun that you're aware of? Is it a pulse rifle or some sort of shotgun?

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That's a good question, I'd have to page through the comic and see if she uses it and what it appears to fire.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Jan 20, 2019, 03:53:37 PM
It's  plasma weapon, like all other predator guns.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 20, 2019, 05:26:28 PM
Quote from: Master on Jan 20, 2019, 03:53:37 PM
It's  plasma weapon, like all other predator guns.
Her rifle doesn't look like a Predator gun.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jan 20, 2019, 05:51:40 PM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Jan 20, 2019, 04:04:35 AM
Quote from: slaysaliens on Jan 20, 2019, 01:06:43 AM
Can we get announcements like this on the front page for every NECA Aliens & Predator Series confirmation?  They're on their 100th Predator figure and series 14 for Aliens and this is the first time I've seen this on the front page. I think it's a great feature and have always wanted to see NECA's figures on the front page of my fave AvP fansite.

Neca announced Burke 2 pack
https://www.avpgalaxy.net/2017/06/29/neca-announces-burke-aliens-hadleys-hope-two-pack/

Various Neca news
https://www.avpgalaxy.net/2018/02/18/toy-fair-2018-aliens-series-13-dutch-linn-ultimate-elder-bad-blood-enforcer-predators/

It's been on the front page numerous times, but not religiously, like it should. Both announcements and actual release dates.


Has anyone ever seen someone ask Neca about making an Alien vs Predator movie queen with chains and such?

They said they are considering making the AVP Queen, but since it'll requier a new sculpt, they're not in a hurry. I'm sure we'll get her one day. They just rereleased the original Queen, again. It's pretty popular for obvious reasons which is a good sign for any other future queens.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Jan 20, 2019, 05:56:46 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 20, 2019, 05:26:28 PM
Quote from: Master on Jan 20, 2019, 03:53:37 PM
It's  plasma weapon, like all other predator guns.
Her rifle doesn't look like a Predator gun.

I told you what it is in comic.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 20, 2019, 07:33:25 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 20, 2019, 05:26:28 PM
Quote from: Master on Jan 20, 2019, 03:53:37 PM
It's  plasma weapon, like all other predator guns.
Her rifle doesn't look like a Predator gun.

Machiko, right? If so, do they explain why the guns look so...human?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Jan 20, 2019, 10:08:31 PM
Nope. But in this comic many predators use similar weaponry.

(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/avp/images/1/16/Shorty_2.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20140104040404)

And it's all plasma

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F4.bp.blogspot.com%2F-GK9ahe8iTvE%2FTxNZ8avt46I%2FAAAAAAAAIy4%2FYNtw5mVz7LQ%2Fs1600%2Faliens%252Bvs%252Bpredator%252Bwar.jpg&hash=77e9006991bba78c3fe9d54b7dd8f8122207d6a6)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 20, 2019, 10:09:59 PM
Yeah it's definitely a human gun, just not sure where she picked it up, or any info on it

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Jan 20, 2019, 10:14:45 PM
You are wrong.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 20, 2019, 10:20:56 PM
Maybe, but that's why I asked the question.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 21, 2019, 12:01:42 AM
Quote from: Master on Jan 20, 2019, 05:56:46 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 20, 2019, 05:26:28 PM
Quote from: Master on Jan 20, 2019, 03:53:37 PM
It's  plasma weapon, like all other predator guns.
Her rifle doesn't look like a Predator gun.

I told you what it is in comic.
Whoops, my bad!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 21, 2019, 08:56:09 AM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Jan 20, 2019, 04:04:35 AM
It's been on the front page numerous times, but not religiously, like it should. Both announcements and actual release dates.

We try to make sure we get each series announcement up. Granted we don't always catch them but we try to and we'll continue to try to. The release dates probably not as they never keep to them.


Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 20, 2019, 05:26:28 PM
Quote from: Master on Jan 20, 2019, 03:53:37 PM
It's  plasma weapon, like all other predator guns.
Her rifle doesn't look like a Predator gun.

It is. It's one a variety of "burners" that the Predators use. It's just one of a bunch of plasma based weaponry. Pretty sure the novelization is quite explicit about it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Eldritch_DM on Jan 23, 2019, 05:41:23 AM
Quote from: Master on Jan 20, 2019, 11:02:31 AM
I really hope Ressurection line does well. I'd love to have Johner and Vrees. All of the actually.

Here's hoping they could get the likeness rights from Perlman.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 23, 2019, 08:11:30 AM
They're NECA they won't do any characters beyond the three already mentioned.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 23, 2019, 11:29:36 AM
Quote from: The Old One on Jan 23, 2019, 08:11:30 AM
They're NECA they won't do any characters beyond the three already mentioned.
I sent them a tweet about it anyway, if we're lucky they'll reply. :P

https://twitter.com/Xenomrph/status/1088035769216712704
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jan 23, 2019, 12:43:44 PM
90% sure they won't make any of the human characters from A:R. (Ripley doesn't count) They didn't make any for A3, or Alien Covenant and even Alien with the most popular characters in the franchise got a release in their suits because they can be reused. The chances are still there, but low that we'll get them in regular clothes. Their human figures don't sell well enough for them to keep their price point as is. Or better worded maybe, their alien and predator figures sell so well that they have no reason to not churn out as many of them as possible, stopping those profits keeping their prices low so they could make a poorly selling human figure. They actually already did that with the Prometheus Lost wave, but that's only because they already sculpted them.
It's sad, but that's how things are right now. I'd like more human characters too, but I have a lot more aliens than humans like many do.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 23, 2019, 01:04:26 PM
Agreed.
Ripley in AR ain't even human lol.

I'm honestly surprised I haven't seen S.H Figuarts tackle some of the human characters, that would have been cool.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 23, 2019, 01:30:45 PM
Maybe it's just me, but I really, really I really want the Aliens: Colonial Marines characters to be made by neca.
A.) Boiler, Raven, Lurker, and Spitter = ♡
B.) For fodder purposes alone, all the various marines would be AWESOME to have; Guillermo Quintaro, Demarcus Short,
Jennifer Redding, Lisa Reid, Keyes, O'neal, Bella, Winter, and most especially, Cruz.

He had the prosthetic leg, which was awesome. Reminded me of Jean Rasczak from Starship Troopers.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 23, 2019, 02:01:25 PM
You would think that ACM would be a no brainier considering how quickly marines and variant xeno's sell out.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Jan 23, 2019, 02:18:41 PM
Popular Marines sell out. Even then, they still don't compare to their creature figures.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 23, 2019, 02:31:41 PM
In my area the marines had a tendency to sell out faster than the Aliens. Except for Ops battle Vaz, shes still warming pegs.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 23, 2019, 03:12:45 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jan 23, 2019, 02:31:41 PM
In my area the marines had a tendency to sell out faster than the Aliens. Except for Ops battle Vaz, shes still warming pegs.

Great fodder material, though!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 23, 2019, 03:45:46 PM
People love military figures- what's new?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 23, 2019, 03:54:05 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jan 23, 2019, 03:45:46 PM
People love military figures- what's new?

;)

https://youtu.be/liyAzKIMYa0 (https://youtu.be/liyAzKIMYa0)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jan 23, 2019, 09:37:20 PM
I'd like to see A:CM aliens done by Neca as well, and I honestly expect them to, it'll just be a loooong time coming. Nothing soon. Marines are somewhat popular, I'm also starting to make fodder soldiers out of them, so its possible that we may see the main ones from A:CM. But again, I feel that A:CM is the last resort option for them when they're out of ideas.
As far as video games go, they already started with the 2010 predators, so the next newly sculpted video game alien will be from there since Isolation was mostly an accurate retool (still, appreciate the legs and tail), then if Cold Iron's game doesn't come out a lot sooner than we think and unless it's crazy successful, the next one will be something from AVP:Extinction I believe before A:CM.

Who knows, we might even see a Working Joe before A:CM.
On second thought, anything is possible, I would have never thought that A3 would be getting so much love from them. After their decent price-quality ratio, the thing I like most about them is their wide variety of Predators and Aliens.

P. S. Has anyone here mentioned that the Alien series 13, Kenner tribute wave is finally releasing on the 19th of February?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 23, 2019, 10:25:47 PM
I would love some Working Joe figures. Normal, battle damages and hazmat suit varieties. Even if they did the light piping on the top of the head so the eyes glowed. Magical.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: skull-splitter on Jan 24, 2019, 12:02:36 AM
Working joes would be an instabuy for me...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jan 24, 2019, 04:53:04 AM
I rather prefer some Working Joes and it´s hood variant. Boy, they´re so creepy with those red eyes  :o
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 24, 2019, 08:35:23 AM
I'd be all over the Joe's too. That said, I always see spacesuit Amanda warming pegs over here.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 24, 2019, 01:07:10 PM
Yeah the spacesuit figures in general didn't seem to be big sellers. The thing that the Working Joes have in their favor is that they're potential army builders.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Jan 24, 2019, 01:16:40 PM
I'm surprise that Spacesuit versions are peg warmers. Though in fairness I have picked up a couple of spare Ellen Ripleys and Amanda Ripleys (both in space suits) for head-swap customs. Gotta love Neca for having similar joints on many of their figure lines that allow customising.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 24, 2019, 01:18:36 PM
To be honest the only spacesuited figure I've brought has been Kane and that was mostly because I loved the facehugger through the helmet look. I've not bothered with a different one. I don't really like the human ones at all to be honest.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 24, 2019, 02:01:09 PM
I think my shop only has regular Amanda's from that series warming a few pegs.

As far as video games go I'd love to get O'Neil, Bella and Winter from ACM, but I would say that AVP2010 is something I'd want to see NECA dive head long into. I'd love to see Lord, Spartan and Stalker from the Predators, Rookie, Vanzandt and Tequila for the Marines and a Deluxe Praetorian would be the only thing really needed for the Aliens.

I emphasize the need/want for the AVP2010 Praetorian.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Jan 24, 2019, 02:02:20 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 24, 2019, 01:18:36 PM
To be honest the only spacesuited figure I've brought has been Kane and that was mostly because I loved the facehugger through the helmet look. I've not bothered with a different one. I don't really like the human ones at all to be honest.

Did you ever get Hicks?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 24, 2019, 02:17:35 PM
No. When Hicks came out I wasn't really buying the figures. I did manage to pick up Hudson back then but I think I wasn't keen on the Hicks figure but I liked Hudson. I don't really like the likeness on a lot of human based figures (regardless of NECA or not).
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 26, 2019, 02:44:50 AM
I don't care for the likeness on the NECA Hicks figure, if anything I still think the old McFarlane one got the likeness better.

NECA's "we're in some real fruity shit now!" Hudson likeness is fantastic, though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Jan 26, 2019, 03:02:15 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 26, 2019, 02:44:50 AM
I don't care for the likeness on the NECA Hicks figure, if anything I still think the old McFarlane one got the likeness better.

In all honesty, I disagree. NECA's Hicks looks leagues better.

QuoteNECA's "we're in some real fruity shit now!" Hudson likeness is fantastic, though.

In all honesty, I don't disagree here.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 26, 2019, 01:04:56 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 26, 2019, 02:44:50 AM
I don't care for the likeness on the NECA Hicks figure, if anything I still think the old McFarlane one got the likeness better.

NECA's "we're in some real fruity shit now!" Hudson likeness is fantastic, though.

No way Jose-bot. The likeness of Hicks in Neca is way more accurate. The McFarlane looks vaguely like him.

https://youtu.be/5DKCZer55O8 (https://youtu.be/5DKCZer55O8)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jan 26, 2019, 07:12:16 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/jTjV7xq.jpg)

My Vasquez is a lil iffy.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Jan 26, 2019, 07:23:46 PM
Quote from: 426Buddy on Jan 26, 2019, 07:12:16 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/jTjV7xq.jpg)

My Vasquez is a lil iffy.

What in the hell is that chestburster doing?! :o
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jan 26, 2019, 07:31:58 PM
Supposed to be just wrapped around her leg. :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Jan 26, 2019, 08:00:58 PM
Quote from: 426Buddy on Jan 26, 2019, 07:31:58 PM
Supposed to be just wrapped around her leg. :laugh:

Regardless, that is some spectacular photography.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Samhain13 on Jan 26, 2019, 10:13:01 PM
Looks like its about the bite her in a vulnerable place.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 26, 2019, 10:59:31 PM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Jan 26, 2019, 01:04:56 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 26, 2019, 02:44:50 AM
I don't care for the likeness on the NECA Hicks figure, if anything I still think the old McFarlane one got the likeness better.

NECA's "we're in some real fruity shit now!" Hudson likeness is fantastic, though.

No way Jose-bot. The likeness of Hicks in Neca is way more accurate. The McFarlane looks vaguely like him.

https://youtu.be/5DKCZer55O8 (https://youtu.be/5DKCZer55O8)
I have to agree with Sailing rabbit. The NECA version is very clearly Hicks, while the McF version just looks like a generic guy.

NECAs version wins hands down.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Jan 26, 2019, 11:55:47 PM
Yeah, when you want your Michael Biehn to have bigger biceps than your Arnold figures, def go w/ the McF Hicks.  Lol.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Jan 27, 2019, 03:05:28 AM
The McFarlane face sculpt looks absolutely nothing like Michael Biehn.  I wonder if McFarlane didn't score the likeness rights so they had to intentionally make him look different.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Jan 27, 2019, 03:24:36 AM
NECA's Kyle Reese looks more like Michael Biehn than McFarlane's Hicks.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 28, 2019, 03:35:05 AM
Picked this rare up tonight.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FYuY5Lsj.jpg&hash=267e36b453058e9993066c831568e5cfb6c2fd19)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 28, 2019, 05:31:58 AM
The K-Series!  ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jan 28, 2019, 07:22:43 AM
Its supposed to be this.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Co8PvZJUIAEKChe.jpg
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 28, 2019, 08:50:16 AM
Quote from: David's Creation on Jan 27, 2019, 03:05:28 AM
The McFarlane face sculpt looks absolutely nothing like Michael Biehn.  I wonder if McFarlane didn't score the likeness rights so they had to intentionally make him look different.

IIRC it was this situation.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 28, 2019, 02:29:23 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jan 28, 2019, 05:31:58 AM
The K-Series!  ;D

Kind of. But it uses a lot of new articulation. This is more or less the figure we're getting with the upcoming Alien: Resurrection figures. Just with a better paint job that's more unique. The little snippet backstory on the back of the packaging material is also legit.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FRb3ZALM.jpg&hash=870bc9dcba20b64b6061ff582bd96fd3cd0c0930)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 28, 2019, 06:28:34 PM
Indeed.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 28, 2019, 06:52:55 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jan 28, 2019, 06:28:34 PM
Indeed.

Has to be my favorite alien figure (queen excluded) since the Alien: Defiance warrior...which in my mind is a Praetorian.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 28, 2019, 07:01:56 PM
C.S Engineer, Protomorph, W-Y Commando & Scarface Predator myself.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Kurgan on Jan 29, 2019, 08:36:24 AM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Jan 28, 2019, 03:35:05 AM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FYuY5Lsj.jpg&hash=267e36b453058e9993066c831568e5cfb6c2fd19)

Lol @
"Ages 17 and up"
Never noticed that on the packaging before :D


Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 29, 2019, 03:55:50 PM
Picking a favorite from the Aliens line would be hard for me...I'd say as far as humans go its between Smartgun Vaz and "yelling" Hudson.
For Aliens I'm torn between the Defiance xeno and the Gorilla tribute.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 29, 2019, 08:11:09 PM
The hype for this figure is real.

https://youtu.be/hMqS-BWEPIc (https://youtu.be/hMqS-BWEPIc)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 29, 2019, 10:33:58 PM
It really could easily pass for a K-series alien
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 29, 2019, 11:41:19 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jan 29, 2019, 10:33:58 PM
It really could easily pass for a K-series alien

Only sad part is very few of these were produced as a comic con exclusive. What few are on Ebay sell for big bucks.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: CelticP on Jan 30, 2019, 02:26:21 AM
They're going too for sure release an AvP-R Ultimate figure thing with Wolf, so you'll get your chance. Just paint it piss yellow and you can have the weird TMNT Xeno thing,  ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 30, 2019, 03:30:40 AM
Quote from: CelticP on Jan 30, 2019, 02:26:21 AM
They're going too for sure release an AvP-R Ultimate figure thing with Wolf, so you'll get your chance. Just paint it piss yellow and you can have the weird TMNT Xeno thing,  ;D

Different sculpt. This one is actually unique. It's not the AvP xeno as I originally thought.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: CelticP on Jan 30, 2019, 05:00:13 AM
Requiem version not the AvP one. It matches up with the original one they did years ago, with updated articulation.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 30, 2019, 06:14:04 AM
I finally got my hands on the Ultimate Blue Aliens Warrior, I dig it a lot. I think my only "complaint" is that the shins seem like they could warp easily and make the figure not stand straight - the prior Aliens Warriors had this problem, and it doesn't look like it's been improved.

I'm on the fence on if I like this figure more than the "domed" Aliens Warrior from the Burke two-pack, I really think that's a neat blend of the Alien/Aliens designs.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 30, 2019, 11:03:59 AM
Quote from: CelticP on Jan 30, 2019, 05:00:13 AM
Requiem version not the AvP one. It matches up with the original one they did years ago, with updated articulation.

That would make sense. I never got my hands on those and they are so rare, I've never seen one in person. At roughly $200 a figure, I never will.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jan 30, 2019, 01:35:41 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 30, 2019, 06:14:04 AM
I finally got my hands on the Ultimate Blue Aliens Warrior, I dig it a lot. I think my only "complaint" is that the shins seem like they could warp easily and make the figure not stand straight - the prior Aliens Warriors had this problem, and it doesn't look like it's been improved.

I'm on the fence on if I like this figure more than the "domed" Aliens Warrior from the Burke two-pack, I really think that's a neat blend of the Alien/Aliens designs.

The domed warrior is my favorite, it has the best of both worlds and even though I really like the rigged warrior head, this one looks so elegant all thanks to the dome, paint job and proportions.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 30, 2019, 01:50:05 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jan 30, 2019, 01:35:41 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 30, 2019, 06:14:04 AM
I finally got my hands on the Ultimate Blue Aliens Warrior, I dig it a lot. I think my only "complaint" is that the shins seem like they could warp easily and make the figure not stand straight - the prior Aliens Warriors had this problem, and it doesn't look like it's been improved.

I'm on the fence on if I like this figure more than the "domed" Aliens Warrior from the Burke two-pack, I really think that's a neat blend of the Alien/Aliens designs.

The domed warrior is my favorite, it has the best of both worlds and even though I really like the rigged warrior head, this one looks so elegant all thanks to the dome, paint job and proportions.

So you like transparent or opaque domes better?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 30, 2019, 01:57:43 PM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Jan 30, 2019, 11:03:59 AM
Quote from: CelticP on Jan 30, 2019, 05:00:13 AM
Requiem version not the AvP one. It matches up with the original one they did years ago, with updated articulation.

That would make sense. I never got my hands on those and they are so rare, I've never seen one in person. At roughly $200 a figure, I never will.
They'll definitely release an updated Requiem Alien, especially now that they clearly have the sculpt ready to go. No need to shell out $200.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 30, 2019, 02:02:47 PM
I just wish they didn't look so "fleshy"
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 30, 2019, 02:35:58 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jan 30, 2019, 02:02:47 PM
I just wish they didn't look so "fleshy"

Well they are a creature...so. lol
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 30, 2019, 02:51:16 PM
Yeah I'm not a fan of the AVP:R xeno. At all.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 30, 2019, 03:03:24 PM
Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Jan 30, 2019, 02:51:16 PM
Yeah I'm not a fan of the AVP:R xeno. At all.

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Different strokes for different folks I guess. At least there are designs for all styles, which is great...because I like variety in my Xenomorph hive. Speaking of that, I may have to remake my alien hive diorama. I have an older one which is "okay." But my skills have greatly increased since then.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 30, 2019, 03:12:13 PM
I just prefer the more biomechanical look. I'm glad the Kenner homages have stuck with that.
I have enough eggs and victims for a dio, I just don't know where to begin  :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 30, 2019, 03:47:12 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jan 30, 2019, 03:12:13 PM
I just prefer the more biomechanical look. I'm glad the Kenner homages have stuck with that.
I have enough eggs and victims for a dio, I just don't know where to begin  :laugh:

Having a solid base is a good start. I suggest using pink insulation foam board.  Commonly found at Home Depot. Usually runs about $5.95 per 2x2x2ft sheet.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Samhain13 on Jan 30, 2019, 04:20:47 PM
The NECA Requiem Alien was actually really good. Its size, articulation, proportions made it one of my favorite aliens to pose, despite I preferring the classic design. Shame they didn't accomplish the same with the Predalien that came on the same wave back then, the leg articulation was a mess and it looked short compared to what it should be.

Chet will probably have a ultimate version together with Wolf.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 30, 2019, 05:07:45 PM
Chet. *Shudders*
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 30, 2019, 06:00:50 PM
eh, it'll be the only Pred-Alien available until they get around to the one from AVP2010 so I'll take it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 30, 2019, 10:36:31 PM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Jan 30, 2019, 03:03:24 PM
Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Jan 30, 2019, 02:51:16 PM
Yeah I'm not a fan of the AVP:R xeno. At all.

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Different strokes for different folks I guess. At least there are designs for all styles, which is great...because I like variety in my Xenomorph hive. Speaking of that, I may have to remake my alien hive diorama. I have an older one which is "okay." But my skills have greatly increased since then.

Oh definitely agree. I just decided that the brown Aliens xeno was my drug of choice, but that's just because I like the consistency (though I do have a few of the black "Genocide" xenos as well, since they're close enough in color).

Basically my displays consist of Big Chap, Xenomorph (brown), Defiance Xenomorph, Isolation Xenomorph, and the Covenant Xenomorph (since I like it's imposing height when it's standing straight up). I do have a couple runners as well, but they're in a display with a Predator. Overall I separate them into their appropriate scenes in my display cases, rather than mixing them together.

I like some of the Kenner designs, and they definitely ring the nostalgia bell, but I stick to the movie style xenos in my collection, with the exception of the Defiance alien, since they feel like they'd fit in the cinematic universe.

Randy at NECA did hint that the AVP:R xenos would be coming, so you'll be set.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 30, 2019, 11:26:42 PM
Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Jan 30, 2019, 10:36:31 PM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Jan 30, 2019, 03:03:24 PM
Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Jan 30, 2019, 02:51:16 PM
Yeah I'm not a fan of the AVP:R xeno. At all.

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Different strokes for different folks I guess. At least there are designs for all styles, which is great...because I like variety in my Xenomorph hive. Speaking of that, I may have to remake my alien hive diorama. I have an older one which is "okay." But my skills have greatly increased since then.

Oh definitely agree. I just decided that the brown Aliens xeno was my drug of choice, but that's just because I like the consistency (though I do have a few of the black "Genocide" xenos as well, since they're close enough in color).

Basically my displays consist of Big Chap, Xenomorph (brown), Defiance Xenomorph, Isolation Xenomorph, and the Covenant Xenomorph (since I like it's imposing height when it's standing straight up). I do have a couple runners as well, but they're in a display with a Predator. Overall I separate them into their appropriate scenes in my display cases, rather than mixing them together.

I like some of the Kenner designs, and they definitely ring the nostalgia bell, but I stick to the movie style xenos in my collection, with the exception of the Defiance alien, since they feel like they'd fit in the cinematic universe.

Randy at NECA did hint that the AVP:R xenos would be coming, so you'll be set.

Since you like brown xenos, did you get the Defiance Drone? It looks badass. It's the closest thing we've ever had to a Praetorian in figure form.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Samhain13 on Jan 30, 2019, 11:46:51 PM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Jan 30, 2019, 11:26:42 PM
Since you like brown xenos, did you get the Defiance Drone? It looks badass. It's the closest thing we've ever had to a Praetorian in figure form.

The Defiance one isn't that brown save for a few spots. I got it due to its resemblance to a Praetorian, its also taller than average so it can pass as one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 31, 2019, 01:20:24 AM
Huh. Mine must be different. It's got a lot of brown dry brushing.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 31, 2019, 02:23:34 AM
Absolutely! They really do fill in as praetorians perfectly. I'm not sure what they're supposed to be in the comic, as I never read it, but I think they look great. I have two of them, and they're definitely brown.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 31, 2019, 03:08:33 AM
Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Jan 31, 2019, 02:23:34 AM
Absolutely! They really do fill in as praetorians perfectly. I'm not sure what they're supposed to be in the comic, as I never read it, but I think they look great. I have two of them, and they're definitely brown.

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In my understanding of the comic, as I have not read it either...they are a caste of xeno that forms in the eventuality that no queen is present to make eggs. No spoilers, but they...adapt around that issue.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 31, 2019, 06:44:22 AM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Jan 30, 2019, 01:50:05 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jan 30, 2019, 01:35:41 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 30, 2019, 06:14:04 AM
I finally got my hands on the Ultimate Blue Aliens Warrior, I dig it a lot. I think my only "complaint" is that the shins seem like they could warp easily and make the figure not stand straight - the prior Aliens Warriors had this problem, and it doesn't look like it's been improved.

I'm on the fence on if I like this figure more than the "domed" Aliens Warrior from the Burke two-pack, I really think that's a neat blend of the Alien/Aliens designs.

The domed warrior is my favorite, it has the best of both worlds and even though I really like the rigged warrior head, this one looks so elegant all thanks to the dome, paint job and proportions.

So you like transparent or opaque domes better?
I go back and forth, but I think the opaque dome on the Burke two-pack Alien looks fantastic.

And for the Kenner Gorilla Alien remake, I really dig the translucent dome so you can see the gorilla skull, but I display it with the opaque dome because it's more "accurate" to the old Kenner toy.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 31, 2019, 08:22:35 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jan 30, 2019, 06:00:50 PM
eh, it'll be the only Pred-Alien available until they get around to the one from AVP2010 so I'll take it.

Has Randy ever spoken about doing concept Pred-Aliens? I'd love to see them do Dorman's/Dual's.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jan 31, 2019, 12:01:05 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 31, 2019, 08:22:35 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jan 30, 2019, 06:00:50 PM
eh, it'll be the only Pred-Alien available until they get around to the one from AVP2010 so I'll take it.

Has Randy ever spoken about doing concept Pred-Aliens? I'd love to see them do Dorman's/Dual's.
This 100% ^

I'd love to see the Dorman predalien over the AVP:R one.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 31, 2019, 12:05:56 PM
Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Jan 31, 2019, 12:01:05 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 31, 2019, 08:22:35 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jan 30, 2019, 06:00:50 PM
eh, it'll be the only Pred-Alien available until they get around to the one from AVP2010 so I'll take it.

Has Randy ever spoken about doing concept Pred-Aliens? I'd love to see them do Dorman's/Dual's.
This 100% ^

I'd love to see the Dorman predalien over the AVP:R one.

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What does that look like?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 31, 2019, 12:15:32 PM
(https://monsterlegacy.files.wordpress.com/2015/08/predaliendorman1.jpg?w=788)
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uecaJCgTJvM/VGSUTZeIMBI/AAAAAAAAN8w/heR_MytczVQ/s1600/1509781_10152358702431021_905041496083368218_n.jpg) (https://monsterlegacy.files.wordpress.com/2015/08/predaliendorman2.jpg)


https://monsterlegacy.net/2015/08/25/starbeast-aliens-vs-predator-requiem-the-predalien/

Spoiler
IMO Not, in fact perfect- but still miles ahead of the Requiem atrocity.
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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Jan 31, 2019, 12:39:36 PM
I always liked the 2010 AVP design the most.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jan 31, 2019, 12:42:16 PM
I'll take Dorman's any day.

Dorman's with a regular Alien head, but his mandible face -- even better.

I appreciate it's overly spiky, but in visual terms it would help separate it from a regular Alien without resorting to bitch tits or dreadlocks.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 31, 2019, 12:58:18 PM
Agreed SIL.

The 2010 PredAlien's awful too,
just a different flavour of awful.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 31, 2019, 01:16:52 PM
Ooooohhhhhh. Now that is beautiful. Much better than Requiem and dare I say, better than AVP 2010 videogame. And that was my favorite predalien design. Until now.

In case those haven't seen it, 2010's Predalien:

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FjgiY7gi.jpg&hash=0031842abca7d423aeace6526157dbdb155450af)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FkMFjveS.jpg&hash=934a543e829c3a3eee24d60613ca3301ef95a538)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FXML4gjI.jpg&hash=45cc73d841120a922889f3166b3f20ce75d9cf14)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FhjOpqnl.jpg&hash=41f8c08902f0e8d5fd9075ee2a80635fe0a3e970)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 31, 2019, 01:21:27 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jan 31, 2019, 08:22:35 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jan 30, 2019, 06:00:50 PM
eh, it'll be the only Pred-Alien available until they get around to the one from AVP2010 so I'll take it.

Has Randy ever spoken about doing concept Pred-Aliens? I'd love to see them do Dorman's/Dual's.

I haven't seen it mentioned on any of the other forums, honestly I don't think anyone's asked him (a lot of people are currently focused on the Resurrection line and Wolf 2.0). It'd be cool if they did do something like that.


Quote from: The Old One on Jan 31, 2019, 12:58:18 PM
Agreed SIL.

The 2010 PredAlien's awful too,
just a different flavour of awful.

Ehhhh I like it. It's better than Chet. Are there any Predaliens you like? Maybe the one from Duel?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jan 31, 2019, 01:23:22 PM
The Duel one is just Dorman's design.

The only thing worse than Chet was the concept art for Chet where it was an eyeless, naked Predator.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 31, 2019, 01:28:58 PM
While Duel's PredAlien is essentially Dorman's, I always thought the dreads in the actual comic were better. In some panels they seemed to sweep back as spikes, going with the flow of the skull. I preferred that.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 31, 2019, 01:30:12 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Nov 12, 2018, 09:10:20 PM
https://www.avpgalaxy.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2007/12/Shaun-Noelte-Interview01.jpg
&
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.scified.com%2Fu%2FScreenshot_20161025-202321.png&hash=f3432ce6b0498f49be076949e211cba483fec72f)

Combination.

+

Quote from: SiL on Jan 31, 2019, 12:42:16 PM
I'll take Dorman's any day.

Dorman's with a regular Alien head, but his mandible face -- even better.

I appreciate it's overly spiky, but in visual terms it would help separate it from a regular Alien without resorting to bitch tits or dreadlocks.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jan 31, 2019, 01:34:07 PM
That second concept art is crap from an ass.

That went into a toilet and got flushed.

Then got eaten by a fish and shit out again.

f**k those concept art ideas were awful.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 31, 2019, 01:40:11 PM
They really did have some f**king wild ones.

I like the design marquette though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jan 31, 2019, 01:41:08 PM
I remember when that maquette leaked before the film came out. Got real excited that's what it was going to look like.

Next minute, bitch tits.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 31, 2019, 01:43:36 PM
Quote from: SiL on Jan 31, 2019, 01:34:07 PM
That second concept art is crap from an ass.

That went into a toilet and got flushed.

Then got eaten by a fish and shit out again.

f**k those concept art ideas were awful.

You don't like the head foreskin idea?
Because that's what I like about it.

Had the skin been translucent mind you.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jan 31, 2019, 01:50:22 PM
No, because Aliens shouldn't be covered in skin.

See also; bitch tits.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 31, 2019, 01:52:02 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jan 31, 2019, 01:43:36 PM
Quote from: SiL on Jan 31, 2019, 01:34:07 PM
That second concept art is crap from an ass.

That went into a toilet and got flushed.

Then got eaten by a fish and shit out again.

f**k those concept art ideas were awful.

You don't like the head foreskin idea?
Because that's what I like about it.

Had the skin been translucent mind you.

I think it'd be more interesting for something Neomorph related, not a Predalien
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 31, 2019, 01:55:07 PM
Quote from: SiL on Jan 31, 2019, 01:50:22 PM
No, because Aliens shouldn't be covered in skin.

The Alien does have skin though, around the mouth.
The idea in that concept art doesn't seem too far removed from that idea-
being that the mandibles are extensions on the lips.

Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jan 31, 2019, 01:52:02 PM
I think it'd be more interesting for something Neomorph related, not a Predalien

Yeah, you're right- forget it.
The Neomorph's got the
head foreskin covered.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jan 31, 2019, 01:56:35 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jan 31, 2019, 01:55:07 PM
The Alien does have skin though, around the mouth.
The idea in that concept art doesn't seem too far removed from that idea-
being that the mandibles are extensions on the lips.
It has exposed tendons around the mouth. They only became fleshy A3 and onwards. AvPR already treated the mandibles as extensions around the tendons.

And foreskins aren't scary. Foreskin monsters are just laughable.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 31, 2019, 02:18:04 PM
Idk, a fleshy neomorph with it's head peeling back to reveal its "true face" would be extremely unnerving imo.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jan 31, 2019, 02:22:15 PM
That's what we got in Covenant.

It's been done to death.

And isn't scary. Foreskins are, like, the least scary part of a penis.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Jan 31, 2019, 02:22:57 PM
Quote from: SiL on Jan 31, 2019, 02:22:15 PM
That's what we got in Covenant.

It's been done to death.

And isn't scary. Foreskins are, like, the least scary part of a penis.

Unless your Jewish, then that s**t gotta go
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Samhain13 on Jan 31, 2019, 03:19:31 PM
As long as the body is biomechanical I'm fine with whatever they do in regards to mandibles or dreads.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 31, 2019, 03:31:35 PM
It's really not that simple, Chet was plenty Biomechanical before the revision (14 Yr ol').

But still plenty shit.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Jan 31, 2019, 04:17:24 PM
Quote from: SiL on Jan 31, 2019, 02:22:15 PMForeskins are, like, the least scary part of a penis.

Things I did not expect I'd be reading today when I got out of bed this morning...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 31, 2019, 04:18:39 PM
I wish I was just getting out of bed.  >:(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Jan 31, 2019, 04:24:42 PM
Quote from: HuDaFuK on Jan 31, 2019, 04:17:24 PM
Quote from: SiL on Jan 31, 2019, 02:22:15 PMForeskins are, like, the least scary part of a penis.

Things I did not expect I'd be reading today when I got out of bed this morning...

I don't even think that's the most unusual thing to read around here.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jan 31, 2019, 04:57:58 PM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Jan 30, 2019, 01:50:05 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jan 30, 2019, 01:35:41 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 30, 2019, 06:14:04 AM
I finally got my hands on the Ultimate Blue Aliens Warrior, I dig it a lot. I think my only "complaint" is that the shins seem like they could warp easily and make the figure not stand straight - the prior Aliens Warriors had this problem, and it doesn't look like it's been improved.

I'm on the fence on if I like this figure more than the "domed" Aliens Warrior from the Burke two-pack, I really think that's a neat blend of the Alien/Aliens designs.

The domed warrior is my favorite, it has the best of both worlds and even though I really like the rigged warrior head, this one looks so elegant all thanks to the dome, paint job and proportions.

So you like transparent or opaque domes better?

Honestly, opaque. I can't stand the first release of Big Chap with his fully transparent and bright white dome so I had to repaint it. I don't want the skull to be obvious in my figures. I would like it barely, really barely visible and only up close, but if that's not possible, than no skull at all. I'm talking about the front mostly, the rest can be more transparent. Literally, if Neca does the same thing to the dome that they did to the Burk and Dog alien, but for Big Chap, I'll be thrilled.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Jan 31, 2019, 05:17:07 PM

Quote
Honestly, opaque. I can't stand the first release of Big Chap with his fully transparent and bright white dome so I had to repaint it. I don't want the skull to be obvious in my figures. I would like it barely, really barely visible and only up close, but if that's not possible, than no skull at all. I'm talking about the front mostly, the rest can be more transparent. Literally, if Neca does the same thing to the dome that they did to the Burk and Dog alien, but for Big Chap, I'll be thrilled.

I think I'm on the same line of agreement.  ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Jan 31, 2019, 07:58:20 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jan 31, 2019, 12:15:32 PM
(https://monsterlegacy.files.wordpress.com/2015/08/predaliendorman1.jpg?w=788)
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uecaJCgTJvM/VGSUTZeIMBI/AAAAAAAAN8w/heR_MytczVQ/s1600/1509781_10152358702431021_905041496083368218_n.jpg) (https://monsterlegacy.files.wordpress.com/2015/08/predaliendorman2.jpg)


https://monsterlegacy.net/2015/08/25/starbeast-aliens-vs-predator-requiem-the-predalien/

Spoiler
IMO Not, in fact perfect- but still miles ahead of the Requiem atrocity.
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Absolutely my favorite design. Just one thing could have been better, those dreadlocks lined black, like spikes. Otherwise it is perfect.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jan 31, 2019, 09:46:41 PM
Neca stated on twitter today that the arcade aliens are coming in April hopefully.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 02, 2019, 03:02:08 AM
He finally arrived.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FXyfeEkU.jpg&hash=98843717caa12ade71de8278fdf9578187b70905)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Feb 02, 2019, 11:18:27 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jan 31, 2019, 09:46:41 PM
Neca stated on twitter today that the arcade aliens are coming in April hopefully.
I saw the predictors in store yesterday so the aliens must be soon.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Feb 03, 2019, 07:12:01 AM
I hope you're right, I just never seen Randy give a later date than when it actually ships. And the shipping calendar has only the aliens series 13, Kenner wave, due out in February.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Feb 03, 2019, 09:02:20 PM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Feb 02, 2019, 03:02:08 AM
He finally arrived. Are they going to realise a norm coloured version, and is this a new head sculpt or that same as the 2007 version?

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FXyfeEkU.jpg&hash=98843717caa12ade71de8278fdf9578187b70905)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 03, 2019, 09:51:55 PM
Quote from: bobcunk on Feb 03, 2019, 09:02:20 PM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Feb 02, 2019, 03:02:08 AM
He finally arrived. Are they going to realise a norm coloured version, and is this a new head sculpt or that same as the 2007 version?

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FXyfeEkU.jpg&hash=98843717caa12ade71de8278fdf9578187b70905)


Not sure about the 2007 version. The Neca Alien Resurrection figure comes soon...

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FjbO2D7Y.jpg&hash=12f33c352271070c18dc6b8b7a89e73637746298)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: CelticP on Feb 04, 2019, 06:24:23 AM
They are making an ultimate AvP-R alien. I mean, you have one that's just yellow. They'll do the movie version after the new Wolf comes out.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Feb 04, 2019, 01:00:50 PM
Exactly.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Feb 04, 2019, 01:31:16 PM
Seems accurate: (https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FRFO2PET.jpg&hash=731626768f0a612a046a4d666064e001e396386f)

The weird calf attachment, tho'...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 04, 2019, 01:38:58 PM
(https://aa1a5178aef33568e9c4-a77ea51e8d8892c1eb8348eb6b3663f6.ssl.cf5.rackcdn.com/p/full/1c492cbe-1b2b-4984-a4e5-6cf406da7cb0.jpg)

The feet look really off to me, like that heel portion shouldn't be there.

(https://www.life-size-universe.com/boutique_us/images_produits/alienresurrectionlifesizestatuep2-z.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Feb 04, 2019, 01:53:04 PM
Aaargh, can you stop deleting posts when you want to make changes to them? There's an edit button for a reason :D

I think the heel is there for stability if anything.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 04, 2019, 01:55:24 PM
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F66.media.tumblr.com%2Ftumblr_m5gv96DDkJ1rypbpso1_250.gif&hash=fa7abf3444c580ae423dde08dfe663a68781b18a)

Or, y'know- laziness on NECA's part- wouldn't be the first time.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Feb 04, 2019, 02:03:14 PM
How is sculpting a heel being lazy?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 04, 2019, 02:09:28 PM
I'm not sure the figure would be able to stand on its own if they gave it a shorter/non existent heel. Stompy and the Defiance xeno have that issue..maybe they made it thicker so they wouldn't have to issue a stand with each one?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 04, 2019, 03:05:16 PM
Quote from: SiL on Feb 04, 2019, 02:03:14 PM
How is sculpting a heel being lazy?

It's clearly not newly sculpted- it's just using the same foot mold as the AVP Warrior.

Quote from: JokersWarPig on Feb 04, 2019, 02:09:28 PM
I'm not sure the figure would be able to stand on its own if they gave it a shorter/non existent heel. Stompy and the Defiance xeno have that issue..maybe they made it thicker so they wouldn't have to issue a stand with each one?

That seems like a fair enough conclusion, but then IMO, they should've made the heel portion in translucent plastic.

I think it's a case of attaching new legs to a figure that wasn't initially weighted for them with the Isolation and Defiance Aliens, as they fall over constantly according to all reports- yet the Covenant Xeno and Neo both have no issues standing up with digitigrade legs.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Feb 04, 2019, 07:51:52 PM
The Covenant xeno is such a great figure.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 04, 2019, 08:38:35 PM
Indeed.

& I bit the bullet;
(https://i.imgur.com/MYJxJLg.png)
Awaiting response.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Feb 04, 2019, 09:02:30 PM
Liked and commented! Fingers crossed we get this someday (soon).
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 04, 2019, 09:38:29 PM
smart choice with complimenting them at the end there  :D

I mean technically if the Pred-Alien were an "Ultimate" figure like Wolf will be they could totally whip up a second head and add it to the box.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 04, 2019, 09:41:30 PM
The whole AVP/AVPR PredAlien design is garbage though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Feb 04, 2019, 10:53:00 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Feb 04, 2019, 09:38:29 PM
smart choice with complimenting them at the end there  :D

I mean technically if the Pred-Alien were an "Ultimate" figure like Wolf will be they could totally whip up a second head and add it to the box.

I'd be surprised if the did that. And the bodies are not identical. Greater chance of it being a separate figure some day. I think down the line they're gonna milk the games and comics until they're dry. Especially if new movies don't come out for a while. If they have the license long enough, they'll do them all. The less factory problems they have, the faster it will come.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 04, 2019, 11:20:13 PM
I'm desperate for a predalien figure. But I want good articulation. I would love to see that concept predalien come to life. That would be utterly badass.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Feb 05, 2019, 02:21:03 AM
Dorman Predalien and Working Joes are my two biggest wants from the expanded universe. At least at this moment. I'm sure I could come up with a bunch of other things.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 05, 2019, 03:07:50 AM
Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Feb 05, 2019, 02:21:03 AM
Dorman Predalien and Working Joes are my two biggest wants from the expanded universe. At least at this moment. I'm sure I could come up with a bunch of other things.

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Regular Working Joe or EMP Shielded Joe?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Feb 05, 2019, 03:14:52 AM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Feb 05, 2019, 03:07:50 AM
Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Feb 05, 2019, 02:21:03 AM
Dorman Predalien and Working Joes are my two biggest wants from the expanded universe. At least at this moment. I'm sure I could come up with a bunch of other things.

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Regular Working Joe or EMP Shielded Joe?
Both definitely. And a damaged one as well.

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 05, 2019, 08:13:04 AM
Quote from: Mister Skeezler on Feb 05, 2019, 02:21:03 AM
Dorman Predalien and Working Joes are my two biggest wants from the expanded universe. At least at this moment. I'm sure I could come up with a bunch of other things.

I'd love both of those, especially the Joe. I'd be all over a Joe but I think I'd prefer the standard Joe's.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Feb 05, 2019, 05:40:21 PM
I want a joe so bad :'(

Preferably the standard one. Imagine if it came with an alternate head, an almost decapitated one, hanging by the tubes, Ash style.

One can dream....
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 05, 2019, 06:52:06 PM
Dave Dorman PredAlien > Film faithful Neomorph > Working Joes > Bambi-Burster > Whatever Neca has planned most certainly. IMO
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Feb 05, 2019, 08:03:26 PM
More then Dorman's Predalien figure I'd love to have Dorman's Predalien in film.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Feb 05, 2019, 08:12:29 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Feb 04, 2019, 03:05:16 PM
Quote from: SiL on Feb 04, 2019, 02:03:14 PMbut isnt thst accurate? I thought the feet were the same, I think the only differnce between the two was the extra leg joint and the head for avpr. I think the value resurrection ones had small find on the arms too.
How is sculpting a heel being lazy?

It's clearly not newly sculpted- it's just using the same foot mold as the AVP Warrior.

Quote from: JokersWarPig on Feb 04, 2019, 02:09:28 PM
I'm not sure the figure would be able to stand on its own if they gave it a shorter/non existent heel. Stompy and the Defiance xeno have that issue..maybe they made it thicker so they wouldn't have to issue a stand with each one?

That seems like a fair enough conclusion, but then IMO, they should've made the heel portion in translucent plastic.

I think it's a case of attaching new legs to a figure that wasn't initially weighted for them with the Isolation and Defiance Aliens, as they fall over constantly according to all reports- yet the Covenant Xeno and Neo both have no issues standing up with digitigrade legs.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 05, 2019, 08:30:28 PM
Working Joe 2019 ComicCon Exclusive.  ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Feb 05, 2019, 09:06:55 PM
I hope they don't dare go that rout or I'll never be able to get one... But yeah, the Working Joe's are a fan favorite. Maybe after the millionth Alien/Predator repaint they'll make enough cash to go all out on the Joe's....  :P
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Feb 05, 2019, 10:16:05 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Feb 05, 2019, 09:06:55 PM
I hope they don't dare go that rout or I'll never be able to get one... But yeah, the Working Joe's are a fan favorite. Maybe after the millionth Alien/Predator repaint they'll make enough cash to go all out on the Joe's....  :P

I have a feeling Resurrection, Kenner, and the rumors of an Ultimate Predalien might be it for Alien fans this year. I definitely don't see many issues with Working Joes--don't have to worry about likeness rights. Still, creatures sell better. The demand has to be there, from what I've seen.

Spoiler
I'm gonna keep hoping for Drake.
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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 05, 2019, 11:55:10 PM
"SEAL IT!"
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2F0D1A7380-45FC-467E-A4F3-558238A22889.jpeg&hash=4141802a6e7ff5f15c0fafa391b9d53afd64525e)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Feb 06, 2019, 12:13:02 AM
Damn... thats awesome
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 06, 2019, 12:41:51 AM
Hicks. What a badass he was.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 06, 2019, 04:28:38 PM
Thanks, man!  ;D

Spoiler
:P
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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 06, 2019, 05:23:26 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Feb 06, 2019, 04:28:38 PM
Thanks, man!  ;D

Spoiler
:P
[close]

If you can handle a pulse rifle like Hicks, I'll give it to you.  :D

On that note...

Since it IS alien related.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2F4CW4amZ.jpg&hash=51e921a70712ceca7a2e383550e9743fda571f96)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Feb 07, 2019, 10:05:55 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Feb 05, 2019, 11:55:10 PM
"SEAL IT!"
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2F0D1A7380-45FC-467E-A4F3-558238A22889.jpeg&hash=4141802a6e7ff5f15c0fafa391b9d53afd64525e)

Another cool shot, as always.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Feb 08, 2019, 08:13:31 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dy56A4IXcAMHLHp?format=jpg&name=medium)

Looks good, but I'm not sure how they figured the measurements.  Looks a bit too tall to me.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2007/02/newborn3.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 08, 2019, 08:36:40 PM
(https://66.media.tumblr.com/7d08658903a6e39b433d8564683b1636/tumblr_p8vd80y89P1tdkro1o3_500.gif)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Feb 08, 2019, 09:08:41 PM
I think the scale is right. Newborn was sort of a giant!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Samhain13 on Feb 08, 2019, 09:42:43 PM
The proportions of that weird thing are less human-like than that of the average alien. The length of the arms and legs really annoy me. The extra human dna should make it more humanoid but instead it just made it look ugly and broken, the one creature that got no redeeming qualities, a true 0/10, I don't think I ever gave 0/10 for anything else in my life.

Neca seems to have decreased its saggy bitch tits though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Feb 08, 2019, 09:51:38 PM
Somehwere, someone involved with it made the complaint that the art dept had lots of beautiful paintings for how the Newborn should look. They could have just copied one of the beautiful paintings. Instead, we got *that*. I agree, but it's all history now.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Feb 08, 2019, 10:16:12 PM
Quote from: Samhain13 on Feb 08, 2019, 09:42:43 PM
instead it just made it look ugly and broken,
That's kind of literally the point, though. It's a broken, f**ked-up freak.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 08, 2019, 11:36:22 PM
No response, oh well- I'll try again in a couple months.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Feb 09, 2019, 03:17:43 AM
Quote from: David's Creation on Feb 08, 2019, 08:13:31 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Dy56A4IXcAMHLHp?format=jpg&name=medium)

Looks good, but I'm not sure how they figured the measurements.  Looks a bit too tall to me.

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2007/02/newborn3.jpg)
Yeah I was thinking same this. Maybe it's just how the legs are positioned?? Either way I'm proud this figure is happening. It's took a lot of fan push to make him happen. Even though he's regarded as the worst design in the Alien series.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kradan on Feb 09, 2019, 12:35:54 PM
That figure itself looking scarier than actual Newborn in Ressurection!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Kurgan on Feb 09, 2019, 12:47:48 PM
Seems to be the genitals includet version of the newborn.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Feb 09, 2019, 02:15:33 PM
 :(

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Newborn5_1-467x700.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 09, 2019, 02:24:01 PM
What's wrong Voodoo Magic?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Feb 09, 2019, 02:35:25 PM
Nothing really. Just getting some unwanted flashbacks.   :laugh:

(https://66.media.tumblr.com/3cd365f41a2ad81770e29167a017b81c/tumblr_ncjb10hMLg1rp0vkjo1_500.gif)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 09, 2019, 02:41:52 PM
Ty, I needed to see that before lunch.  :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 09, 2019, 02:47:38 PM
Quote from: The Kurgan on Feb 09, 2019, 12:47:48 PM
Seems to be the genitals includet version of the newborn.
Can you imagine if they tried to sell the "genitals exposed" version? I remember when the Trilobite was on the shelves at Toys R Us, it had a strategically placed sticker to obscure the literal penis it came with.

Also I think this Newborn figure looks great, definite preorder for me.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Feb 09, 2019, 03:00:54 PM
Quote from: Voodoo Magic on Feb 09, 2019, 02:15:33 PM
:(

https://www.avpgalaxy.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Newborn5_1-467x700.jpg

It's OK, Voodoo, I'm still pained both this and a new AvP:R Predalien are coming before Drake.

It's not like severe pain. It's just . . . like a dull ache . . . on my soul.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BcshKAQIAAAQMEb.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 09, 2019, 03:06:46 PM
I empathize.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Feb 09, 2019, 03:08:22 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Feb 09, 2019, 02:41:52 PM
Ty, I needed to see that before lunch.  :laugh:

Sorry!  ;D

Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 09, 2019, 02:47:38 PM
Also I think this Newborn figure looks great, definite preorder for me.

It does look good. I can't see any NECA Alien collector unhappy with this one.

Quote from: TheSailingRabbit on Feb 09, 2019, 03:00:54 PM
Quote from: Voodoo Magic on Feb 09, 2019, 02:15:33 PM
:(

https://www.avpgalaxy.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Newborn5_1-467x700.jpg

It's OK, Voodoo, I'm still pained both this and a new AvP:R Predalien are coming before Drake.

It's not like severe pain. It's just . . . like a dull ache . . . on my soul.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BcshKAQIAAAQMEb.jpg

I guess the Marines just don't sell as well.  :-\
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Feb 09, 2019, 03:16:34 PM
Quote from: Voodoo Magic on Feb 09, 2019, 03:08:22 PM
Quote from: TheSailingRabbit on Feb 09, 2019, 03:00:54 PM
Quote from: Voodoo Magic on Feb 09, 2019, 02:15:33 PM
:(

https://www.avpgalaxy.net/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Newborn5_1-467x700.jpg

It's OK, Voodoo, I'm still pained both this and a new AvP:R Predalien are coming before Drake.

It's not like severe pain. It's just . . . like a dull ache . . . on my soul.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BcshKAQIAAAQMEb.jpg

I guess the Marines just don't sell as well.  :-\

In all honesty, I've seen more people, both on Twitter and AvPGalaxy, ask for Drake. I haven't seen anyone ask for the Newborn. If I'm wrong, I'm sorry.

Then again, the likeness rights are one of the major hindrances for getting more Marines. None of us have any control over that.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Samhain13 on Feb 09, 2019, 03:19:06 PM
So Drake coming someday was confirmed? I have a spot for a smartgunner.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Feb 09, 2019, 03:28:09 PM
Quote from: Samhain13 on Feb 09, 2019, 03:19:06 PM
So Drake coming someday was confirmed? I have a spot for a smartgunner.

I've only seen one article saying it's possible--and that article was from two years ago. Drake is becoming the Schrodinger's cat of action figures. He could be confirmed, he could not be confirmed; we don't know till NECA opens the box.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Kurgan on Feb 09, 2019, 04:35:28 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 09, 2019, 02:47:38 PM
Quote from: The Kurgan on Feb 09, 2019, 12:47:48 PM
Seems to be the genitals includet version of the newborn.
Can you imagine if they tried to sell the "genitals exposed" version? I remember when the Trilobite was on the shelves at Toys R Us, it had a strategically placed sticker to obscure the literal penis it came with.

Also I think this Newborn figure looks great, definite preorder for me.

Oh god right. That would need some strategically placed stickers as well.

Even this version might get one  :D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 09, 2019, 06:55:16 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 09, 2019, 02:47:38 PM
Also I think this Newborn figure looks great, definite preorder for me.

Certainly looks pretty good! I'm not sure I actually want one, mind, but it's really cool to see them do one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 09, 2019, 07:03:39 PM
Quote from: Voodoo Magic on Feb 09, 2019, 02:35:25 PM
Nothing really. Just getting some unwanted flashbacks.   :laugh:

https://66.media.tumblr.com/3cd365f41a2ad81770e29167a017b81c/tumblr_ncjb10hMLg1rp0vkjo1_500.gif
I've already figured out how to create this scene using the tongue from another figure.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 09, 2019, 07:12:03 PM
The Neca Kenner inspired Drake is confirmed. The movie accurate one is not though...

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FqqJTsC7.jpg&hash=2344a6e12ad8c1201117d3802952e56017e1990d)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 09, 2019, 07:48:31 PM
Quote from: Voodoo Magic on Feb 09, 2019, 03:08:22 PM

I guess the Marines just don't sell as well.  :-\
It's a known fact that human figures don't sell as well as creatures/monsters.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Feb 09, 2019, 09:27:39 PM
You are a  beautiful, beautiful butterfly!


But seriously, I love it. Definitely a must buy for me!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Feb 09, 2019, 09:37:33 PM
I have the old kenner one, its looks good but has very limited articulation. Thst line focus more on sculpt and less on playability. I hope neca makes the aqua alien on eday.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 09, 2019, 09:39:47 PM
Quote from: Master on Feb 09, 2019, 09:27:39 PM
You are a  beautiful, beautiful butterfly!


But seriously, I love it. Definitely a must buy for me!

Which?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Feb 09, 2019, 09:41:34 PM
I dont think we see it in the movie though, I think it was originally going to show its penis pop out. Sort of like a penis coming out of s vagina. Kind like a whales I guess.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Feb 09, 2019, 09:43:52 PM
Butterfly of course, duh...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 09, 2019, 09:47:24 PM
Quote from: bobcunk on Feb 09, 2019, 09:37:33 PM
I have the old kenner one, its looks good but has very limited articulation. Thst line focus more on sculpt and less on playability. I hope neca makes the aqua alien on eday.
Those were actually made by Hasbro, after they'd acquired Kenner.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: LtJesseRipley on Feb 09, 2019, 10:04:45 PM
Take my money.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Feb 10, 2019, 12:43:07 AM
I though sk but wasnt sure.


Technically all of of the aliens line was Hasbro exept for the 1979 alien, hasbro acquired kenner in 1991but didnt get ride of the brand till the 90s or early 2000s, they still sell under the kenner brand for a lot of their Starwars toys.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 10, 2019, 02:24:14 AM
I caved, bought that domed Warrior.

Person was only interested in Burke, so I was able to get the Alien itself cheap.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 10, 2019, 04:26:38 AM
Quote from: bobcunk on Feb 10, 2019, 12:43:07 AM
I though sk but wasnt sure.


Technically all of of the aliens line was Hasbro exept for the 1979 alien, hasbro acquired kenner in 1991but didnt get ride of the brand till the 90s or early 2000s, they still sell under the kenner brand for a lot of their Starwars toys.
Modern Star Wars toys have had the Hasbro logo on them since they dissolved the Kenner brand after the Star Wars Episode 1 toys in 1999.

Quote from: The Old One on Feb 10, 2019, 02:24:14 AM
I caved, bought that domed Warrior.

Person was only interested in Burke, so I was able to get the Alien itself cheap.
It really is a fantastic figure, the black color looks excellent.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Feb 10, 2019, 04:51:38 AM
Not all, the classic series has the original card stile with the kenner logo.


https://cdn3.volusion.com/ondfq.dtexo/v/vspfiles/photos/E1639AX00-2.jpg?1531595776
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 10, 2019, 04:53:32 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 10, 2019, 04:26:38 AM
Quote from: The Old One on Feb 10, 2019, 02:24:14 AM
I caved, bought that domed Warrior.

Person was only interested in Burke, so I was able to get the Alien itself cheap.
It really is a fantastic figure, the black color looks excellent.

I like to think of him as the lead Alien we never saw in Aliens lol. Domed > Ridged. Can't wait to get him in the mail.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Feb 10, 2019, 05:46:21 AM
Randy mentioned on Twitter today that an ultimate Dog Alien is coming.  Improved articulation and includes "2 bonuses".
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 10, 2019, 05:56:16 AM
Quote from: David's Creation on Feb 10, 2019, 05:46:21 AM
Randy mentioned on Twitter today that an ultimate Dog Alien is coming.  Improved articulation and includes "2 bonuses".
I'm kinda wondering how they'll improve on the existing version.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Feb 10, 2019, 05:59:07 AM
Quote from: David's Creation on Feb 10, 2019, 05:46:21 AM
Randy mentioned on Twitter today that an ultimate Dog Alien is coming.  Improved articulation and includes "2 bonuses".
Awesome. I loved the older ones but the head articulation needed small modifications to make it look like it's looking forward while running. Curious about those bonuses honestly, can't possibly be the Bambi Burster and Queen Face Hugger. I think that would destroy the purpose of releasing a whole creature pack.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 10, 2019, 06:02:16 AM
Maybe articulated fingers. Better face sculpt, head that can actually look completely forward at a 90 degree angle, and I'm sure there's other stuff. Curious what the two extras could possibly be considering the creature pack.

Acid spit?

Cracked bucket? lol
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Feb 10, 2019, 06:11:33 AM
Newt dead in her cryotube.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Feb 10, 2019, 02:20:04 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Feb 10, 2019, 06:02:16 AM
Maybe articulated fingers. Better face sculpt, head that can actually look completely forward at a 90 degree angle, and I'm sure there's other stuff. Curious what the two extras could possibly be considering the creature pack.

Acid spit?

Cracked bucket? lol

From the new arcade Dutch and Lin pictures you can see in the background the blue arcade alien which is based on the dog alien that it has the new ball jointed knees. Great for posing. Didn't see finger articulation, but would love that. Really doubt we'd get a new head sculpt. If we're lucky, we might get a few more degrees out of the neck. Though that's easily fixable. I used this trick on mine, worked like a charm.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbYX0bq5zoY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbYX0bq5zoY)

The two accessories are an interesting question. If they go with anything from the creature pack, then that defeats the purpose of the creature pack, does it not? But what else could we get? 
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 10, 2019, 03:44:29 PM
Quote from: David's Creation on Feb 10, 2019, 06:11:33 AM
Newt dead in her cryotube.
Murphy's boot.

Ripley's ashes.

Bishop's remains. (seriously I'd go for this one)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 10, 2019, 05:12:15 PM
I'm hoping an Acid spray, I can't see Bishop- too large but I suppose they could just tweak the bisected Bishop figure.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Feb 11, 2019, 02:32:29 AM
Guessing one is the queen chestburster.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Feb 11, 2019, 04:12:09 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 10, 2019, 05:56:16 AM
Quote from: David's Creation on Feb 10, 2019, 05:46:21 AM
Randy mentioned on Twitter today that an ultimate Dog Alien is coming.  Improved articulation and includes "2 bonuses".
I'm kinda wondering how they'll improve on the existing version.
Actually have the legs in the right position? The knees are meant to go up, not down and forward like a person crawling on their knees.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Feb 11, 2019, 05:31:14 AM
Yeah I'm at least hoping it can pull it's head back and look better on all fours.

Perhaps one of the extras will be an interchangeable blood-soaked head from this gorgeous shot:
(https://66.media.tumblr.com/a7a4516481b693b7e44e7e5cda44ed33/tumblr_inline_p7hk6eXw7X1qzcbft_500.gif)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Feb 11, 2019, 06:59:33 AM
Quote from: David's Creation on Feb 11, 2019, 05:31:14 AM
Yeah I'm at least hoping it can pull it's head back and look better on all fours.

Perhaps one of the extras will be an interchangeable blood-soaked head from this gorgeous shot:
https://66.media.tumblr.com/a7a4516481b693b7e44e7e5cda44ed33/tumblr_inline_p7hk6eXw7X1qzcbft_500.gif
The film's greatest shot and one of the best in the film series.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: CelticP on Feb 11, 2019, 04:43:33 PM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Feb 11, 2019, 02:32:29 AM
Guessing one is the queen chestburster.

Hoping you can place it on Ripley.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: DarthWall275 on Feb 11, 2019, 08:50:04 PM
Well, when you run out of easy Predator/Alien repaints, the only option is to.....  :o *gasp*...... create a new sculpt.

Why not direct your budget towards the single most despised creature from the worst movie in the franchise? Profit!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 11, 2019, 11:07:08 PM
lol!

The Newborn, PredAlien or Upgrade?
:D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: CelticP on Feb 12, 2019, 01:05:39 AM
Quote from: DarthWall275 on Feb 11, 2019, 08:50:04 PM
Well, when you run out of easy Predator/Alien repaints, the only option is to.....  :o *gasp*...... create a new sculpt.

Why not direct your budget towards the single most despised creature from the worst movie in the franchise? Profit!

It's called capitalism homie
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PigDog on Feb 12, 2019, 02:10:54 AM
Why can't the government just supply us with Alien toys? Seize the means of nerd collectible production.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 12, 2019, 03:38:50 AM
Alien and Predator toys are a fundamental human right, and NECA should be tried in the Hague for not giving them away for free. >:(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predwars24 on Feb 12, 2019, 11:29:05 PM
As bad as this movie was I want the Newborn figure. Take my money!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Eldritch_DM on Feb 14, 2019, 12:12:41 AM
Quote from: Predwars24 on Feb 12, 2019, 11:29:05 PM
As bad as this movie was I want the Newborn figure. Take my money!

Yeah same, I'll get it for completionist sake. I have the old Signature series Hasbro one. Though I'm excited about that Ultimate Dog alien now....  :o
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Feb 15, 2019, 07:26:31 PM
NECA's Snake and Scorpion Aliens both just went up in their eBay store and Amazon!

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Aliens-7-Scale-Action-Figure-Series-13-Scorpion-Alien-NECA-/264198387222?hash=item3d83737616

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Aliens-7-Scale-Action-Figure-Series-13-Snake-Alien-NECA-/264198387263?hash=item3d8373763f
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 15, 2019, 07:49:59 PM
Should be hitting store shelves soon then  ;D
(I don't like buying from Neca's stores directly, had a bad experience once and the shipping cost is nuts imo)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 16, 2019, 05:46:48 AM
I'm still waiting on my Golden Demon preorder on BBTS.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Feb 16, 2019, 04:10:24 PM
NECA is doing Parker.

Just thought I'd let you know.

He looks pretty damn good. :D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 16, 2019, 04:30:18 PM
Yep
Credit to Toyark
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FF80F79A9-6632-4DA5-AC66-CCE664D512AD.jpeg&hash=1fc5f3ee1c94ecf3ea2bfe5839c21768910a4eb2)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FC147B2C2-FD0F-4AF9-9059-2E3E22D9AFC1.jpeg&hash=506d9ab2b77c3e038768767d85a8ecbf402155cd)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 16, 2019, 04:36:54 PM
Holy shit, excellent.

1/4th 40th Anniversary Collection eh?

https://tinyurl.com/AVPToyArk
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 16, 2019, 05:40:07 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Feb 16, 2019, 04:36:54 PM
Holy shit, excellent.

1/4th 40th Anniversary Collection eh?

Don't think so. Theres also a bigger version of the figure made up to show the detail before they scale everything down. I'm not sure what the actual term is for it, if it's the "master" version or something like that. They did the same thing for the Hicks/Hudson reveal, and I think the BTS photo of Windrix was also the same size.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: CelticP on Feb 16, 2019, 05:45:57 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Feb 16, 2019, 05:40:07 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Feb 16, 2019, 04:36:54 PM
Holy shit, excellent.

1/4th 40th Anniversary Collection eh?

Don't think so. Theres also a bigger version of the figure made up to show the detail before they scale everything down. I'm not sure what the actual term is for it, if it's the "master" version or something like that. They did the same thing for the Hicks/Hudson reveal, and I think the BTS photo of Windrix was also the same size.

2-up
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Feb 16, 2019, 07:01:08 PM
Parker looks brilliant. Havent bought a Neca figure since Vasquez but I'll pick this one up.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Feb 16, 2019, 08:23:10 PM
 They don't seem to have the dog alien ultimate on display?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predwars24 on Feb 16, 2019, 08:32:52 PM
Well I'm an idiot, I totally thought they just made it 1/4th scale. I forgot they've done 2-ups to figures before. Why can't I be more intelligent, I just uploaded a video talking about these.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Feb 16, 2019, 08:48:57 PM
Yeah it doesn't look quite 1/4 scale, so a 2-up makes sense.

And no, no photos of Ultimate Runner yet.  There's supposedly an Ultimate Big Chap coming too.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 16, 2019, 09:41:09 PM
We still have tomorrow to go for ToyFair, so we may still see them.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Feb 16, 2019, 10:32:07 PM
If they are making Parker, they should do Dallas and lambert in their regular suits. I assume they still have their likeness rights.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Feb 17, 2019, 04:55:34 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Feb 16, 2019, 04:30:18 PM
Yep
Credit to Toyark
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FF80F79A9-6632-4DA5-AC66-CCE664D512AD.jpeg&hash=1fc5f3ee1c94ecf3ea2bfe5839c21768910a4eb2)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi49.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff291%2Fsabres21768%2FC147B2C2-FD0F-4AF9-9059-2E3E22D9AFC1.jpeg&hash=506d9ab2b77c3e038768767d85a8ecbf402155cd)

HO...LY................................................SHIT................ :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o That´s probably something I´ve never expected....and it´s looks GORGEOUS!!! :o :o :o
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Feb 17, 2019, 05:28:46 AM
The card in front of the Parker figure has a green "40" logo.

That same logo is at the Alien exibit at USC.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DzkRkY6VsAAKPfD?format=jpg&name=large (https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DzkRkY6VsAAKPfD?format=jpg&name=large)

I'm wondering if this is an official logo we'll see more closer to Alien Day.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 17, 2019, 08:47:54 PM
Hot damn, I'd buy it in a heartbeat !  :o
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Feb 17, 2019, 10:31:43 PM
Quote from: David's Creation on Feb 17, 2019, 05:28:46 AM
The card in front of the Parker figure has a green "40" logo.

That same logo is at the Alien exibit at USC.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DzkRkY6VsAAKPfD?format=jpg&name=large (https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DzkRkY6VsAAKPfD?format=jpg&name=large)

I'm wondering if this is an official logo we'll see more closer to Alien Day.

That shirt is GORGEOUS! Where I can order it!? :o
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Feb 17, 2019, 10:56:54 PM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Feb 17, 2019, 10:31:43 PM
Quote from: David's Creation on Feb 17, 2019, 05:28:46 AM
The card in front of the Parker figure has a green "40" logo.

That same logo is at the Alien exibit at USC.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DzkRkY6VsAAKPfD?format=jpg&name=large (https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DzkRkY6VsAAKPfD?format=jpg&name=large)

I'm wondering if this is an official logo we'll see more closer to Alien Day.

That shirt is GORGEOUS! Where I can order it!? :o

No idea.
(For the record, the dude in the photo isn't me.)  ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Feb 18, 2019, 07:53:32 AM
Looks like Brett is also on the cards... ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Feb 18, 2019, 05:13:02 PM
Yep, Randy teasing again. It looks like the 40th anniversary will be special for figure collectors.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 19, 2019, 03:05:05 PM
We'll see.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Feb 20, 2019, 02:40:49 AM
God...give us Brett as well as Lambert & Dallas in regular clothes, as I assume they still have their likeness rights. That'd be the majority of the crew...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Feb 21, 2019, 07:24:47 PM
Scorpion arrived.

(https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/52696115_10155870257350474_4551525857461534720_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-2.xx&oh=21bebef0b6d072d4939fd2a156fcdede&oe=5CE7401D)

(https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/52449474_10155870257470474_5704225436813230080_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-2.xx&oh=0fb83490b215b711f215941748f13aa0&oe=5CE927BF)

(https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/52864551_10155870257685474_3994888101511036928_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-2.xx&oh=4c62c34f1ff7dc29f8a26d0493510c05&oe=5D1F686F)

(https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/52739771_10155870257760474_6494823753732587520_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-2.xx&oh=2657ee6d1700ac4d508ec9ef878e4106&oe=5CEB1405)

(https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/52396310_10155870257875474_1315812906721345536_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-2.xx&oh=77034a1b997e781f7c213536fcac07cd&oe=5CE35DFA)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 21, 2019, 07:33:03 PM
I need a few Scorpions to bolster my xeno ranks.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 21, 2019, 07:54:52 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Feb 21, 2019, 07:33:03 PM
I need a few Scorpions to bolster my xeno ranks.

I second that notion! They look nice! I like the back spines/pipes/hoses.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 21, 2019, 07:58:19 PM
Kind of makes me want to paint some of my face huggers to match his "skin". The original Prometheus script did have ones that looked armored after all...it wouldn't be to far of a stretch to say this xeno and metal looking appearance come from those.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 21, 2019, 08:23:27 PM
And now begins the 4 month wait for him to arrive over here.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: pmaz11 on Feb 21, 2019, 08:44:30 PM
I loved the Scorpion Alien from Kenner! One of my favorites & still have him ;D

They did a great job with this NECA version! It'll be tempting... ...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 22, 2019, 03:01:48 AM
Ridiculous and beautiful.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 22, 2019, 03:31:58 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Feb 21, 2019, 08:23:27 PM
And now begins the 4 month wait for him to arrive over here.

Where is here? If you don't mind me asking.

Also...if I get one, I'm naming it Stripe. Like the Gremlin. For the same reason.


fite me.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 22, 2019, 03:34:08 AM
The UK, I believe.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 22, 2019, 09:21:13 AM
Aye, I'm based in the UK. It takes forever for NECA's figures to get here. Something about them shipping them via sea.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 22, 2019, 09:26:55 AM
Yeah, that ocean thing can be a real nuisance- who needs it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 22, 2019, 09:28:08 AM
Stupid cheaper shipping costs.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 22, 2019, 09:34:08 AM
Ree!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 22, 2019, 10:10:37 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Feb 22, 2019, 09:21:13 AM
Aye, I'm based in the UK. It takes forever for NECA's figures to get here. Something about them shipping them via sea.

Don't ya'll have strict import and taxing laws regarding that kind of thing too?  ???
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 22, 2019, 10:13:25 AM
I'm not sure tbh. One of the shops I frequent has blamed import taxes for the increase in NECA's prices over here, though. They used to be half the price they are now.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 22, 2019, 10:15:05 AM
Can confirm that, extremely irritating when something comes broken or warped because there's basically sweet f**k all you can do.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 22, 2019, 11:24:21 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Feb 22, 2019, 10:13:25 AM
I'm not sure tbh. One of the shops I frequent has blamed import taxes for the increase in NECA's prices over here, though. They used to be half the price they are now.

What the absolute f**k??? Jesus. I would revolt. God bless you as a U.K. collector.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Feb 22, 2019, 11:28:42 AM
NECA figures here are $55.

For the basic ones.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 22, 2019, 11:29:43 AM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Feb 22, 2019, 11:24:21 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Feb 22, 2019, 10:13:25 AM
I'm not sure tbh. One of the shops I frequent has blamed import taxes for the increase in NECA's prices over here, though. They used to be half the price they are now.

What the absolute f**k??? Jesus. I would revolt. God bless you as a U.K. collector.

I stopped collecting for quite a while. It's only been since the last 4 years or so I've been buying them again. But I don't get all of them.

Quote from: SiL on Feb 22, 2019, 11:28:42 AM
NECA figures here are $55.

For the basic ones.

That's about another third higher than prices here.  :'(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 22, 2019, 11:40:05 AM
Usually brand new neca figs are typically $28.99 plus shipping. Or just that price with no shipping at Target. If you buy directly from Neca Ebay/Amazon, it's the same price plus super over priced shipping: $11.99.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Feb 22, 2019, 11:43:11 AM
Australia: Land of the overpriced everything.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 22, 2019, 01:30:54 PM
Quote from: SiL on Feb 22, 2019, 11:43:11 AM
Australia: Land of the overpriced everything.
That's what you get for living on an isolated island-continent inhabited by animals whose sole purpose is the extermination of the human race.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kane's other son on Feb 22, 2019, 02:31:10 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Feb 22, 2019, 10:13:25 AM
I'm not sure tbh. One of the shops I frequent has blamed import taxes for the increase in NECA's prices over here, though. They used to be half the price they are now.

Their price almost doubled over here too: 40€, instead of 25€, which is too expensive for an action figure.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Feb 22, 2019, 03:13:26 PM
It's probably alright for a *cough cough* autograph *cough cough* Xenomrph.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 22, 2019, 03:14:50 PM
Lol they generally cost cheaper than the NECA figures.  :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 22, 2019, 08:56:42 PM
Quote from: TheSailingRabbit on Feb 22, 2019, 03:13:26 PM
It's probably alright for a *cough cough* autograph *cough cough* Xenomrph.
A bargain at triple the price.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Feb 22, 2019, 09:10:06 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 22, 2019, 08:56:42 PM
Quote from: TheSailingRabbit on Feb 22, 2019, 03:13:26 PM
It's probably alright for a *cough cough* autograph *cough cough* Xenomrph.
A bargain at triple the price.

I mean, I can see how something like $55 would be considered cheap for an autograph.

It's too cheap.

Now please don't tattle on me. 😂
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 23, 2019, 02:02:23 AM
Too late, he knows.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Feb 23, 2019, 02:08:00 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 23, 2019, 02:02:23 AM
Too late, he knows.

. . .

Dammit.

(https://i.chzbgr.com/full/6999842816/hFF065DFE/)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Feb 23, 2019, 02:49:46 PM
Quote from: TheSailingRabbit on Feb 23, 2019, 02:08:00 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Feb 23, 2019, 02:02:23 AM
Too late, he knows.

. . .

Dammit.

https://i.chzbgr.com/full/6999842816/hFF065DFE/

Bunnyflop!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 07, 2019, 09:09:51 PM
Scooped up two Scorpion xenos and Apone today. No QC issues at all and they all look great in person.

I'm probably going to try to upgrade my Apone with this head...not sure yet.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Rabbit2100 on Mar 07, 2019, 10:55:36 PM
I'm dying for these capcom aliens. NECA keeps taking them off their release calendar and pushing them back, ughhhh sooooon hopefully
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Mar 08, 2019, 12:43:14 AM
Quote from: SiL on Feb 22, 2019, 11:28:42 AM
NECA figures here are $55.

For the basic ones.

Same in kiwiland. I'm sure they were more like $35 a few years ago, which is still a bit much.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Mar 08, 2019, 04:04:47 AM
I think they are usually around 30 here at toysrus but their usualybaround 45 at comic book stores in canada.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 09, 2019, 04:51:40 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Mar 07, 2019, 09:09:51 PM
Scooped up two Scorpion xenos and Apone today. No QC issues at all and they all look great in person.

I'm probably going to try to upgrade my Apone with this head...not sure yet.
I'm still waiting for BBTS to get the Kenner wave in so they can fulfill my preorder...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 15, 2019, 02:46:18 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Mar 09, 2019, 04:51:40 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Mar 07, 2019, 09:09:51 PM
Scooped up two Scorpion xenos and Apone today. No QC issues at all and they all look great in person.

I'm probably going to try to upgrade my Apone with this head...not sure yet.
I'm still waiting for BBTS to get the Kenner wave in so they can fulfill my preorder...

Update, they shipped my preorder!  :o
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 15, 2019, 07:53:53 PM
Better late than never, you wont be disappointed with them  ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 16, 2019, 06:28:02 AM
I'm super-stoked, the Scorpion Alien was my favorite Kenner toy, and the Snake Alien was the first Aliens toy I ever got.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Mar 16, 2019, 02:36:25 PM
I'm also waiting for my Kenner wave. Wasn't planning on getting them, for I collect the "realistic" ones only, but I caved and got Scorpion and Apone.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Mar 17, 2019, 10:11:14 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Mar 16, 2019, 02:36:25 PM
I'm also waiting for my Kenner wave. Wasn't planning on getting them, for I collect the "realistic" ones only, but I caved and got Scorpion and Apone.

I am looking forward to that wave.
I like the Kenner waves, the design brings back memories, but improved - but I like to repaint them into 'film' style colours. The Mantis Xenos are looking more menacing so far in the black undercoat, I will drybrush them in a brown (like the Aliens Warriors). Plus I have the image of them all dark looming out of hived tunnels with their claws
The Gorilla Xenos (black undercoat, but will be drybrushed in the blue-grey - like the other Aliens Warriors) are half done. I will post the pics soon - sometimes waiting for the base coat to dry takes too long.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Mar 18, 2019, 08:10:42 AM
Nice, can't wait for pics. I curious to see how those designs will seem with a more film coloration.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Mar 19, 2019, 10:49:01 AM
What paints do you guys use for repaints? I have tons of acrylic miniature paints but I can't imagine them sticking to the softer parts well at all.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 19, 2019, 12:13:50 PM
I use the GW paints and they seem to work fine everywhere except for joints
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Mar 19, 2019, 12:50:37 PM
Quote from: [CANCERBLACK] on Mar 19, 2019, 10:49:01 AM
What paints do you guys use for repaints? I have tons of acrylic miniature paints but I can't imagine them sticking to the softer parts well at all.
I've learned that enamel paints are best for undercoats - stays bonded to the plastic. Then I can use acrylic for the drybrush coats. For the rubber pieces that must be acrylic (I am looking at what paints are best that won't crack).
That is what works for me so far, but I still learn new techniques so that could change.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Mar 19, 2019, 07:20:18 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Mar 19, 2019, 12:13:50 PM
I use the GW paints and they seem to work fine everywhere except for joints

Really? Even on the rubbery tails etc? Do you just slap em on there or prime first? If so, GW spray primer or what?



Quote from: Neomorph-01 on Mar 19, 2019, 12:50:37 PM
Quote from: [CANCERBLACK] on Mar 19, 2019, 10:49:01 AM
What paints do you guys use for repaints? I have tons of acrylic miniature paints but I can't imagine them sticking to the softer parts well at all.
I've learned that enamel paints are best for undercoats - stays bonded to the plastic. Then I can use acrylic for the drybrush coats. For the rubber pieces that must be acrylic (I am looking at what paints are best that won't crack).
That is what works for me so far, but I still learn new techniques so that could change.

If I'm not mistaken, the rubber parts are cast in a matching colour to the rest of the figure and generally only get a drybrush at the factory? I'm really scratching my head over how to safely repaint those without eternal touchups to the base coat as it flakes off.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 19, 2019, 08:38:08 PM
The GW paint worked fine with out priming for the Alien I did. Base coated it in black and dry brushed on some light green



All my predator/USCM armor I've done has also been painted with GW paint. I don't have a real preference for GW vs other brands, its just whats readily available to me in my area.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Mar 19, 2019, 08:40:50 PM
Was that a brush-on or spray black base?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 19, 2019, 08:42:24 PM
brushed on abbadon black, dry brush of moot green. I sealed with with Tamiya satin spray and I haven't had any paint rub issues
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Mar 19, 2019, 08:50:40 PM
Thanks. I tend to use Army Painter black spray primer whenever possible since it bonds better than GW sprays (which are not true primers), but I might have to get out the pot of Abbadon that I never use and see how it reacts on a tail.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 20, 2019, 08:53:36 AM
Quote from: [CANCERBLACK] on Mar 19, 2019, 08:50:40 PM
GW sprays (which are not true primers)
I think you need to clarify this - they have a ton of spray colors and most aren't primers, but their black and white totally are.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 21, 2019, 04:26:04 PM
Resurrection Queen announced.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 21, 2019, 04:27:38 PM
That might be the only thing I pick up from the Res line
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Mar 21, 2019, 04:28:40 PM
But the Resurrection Queen's arms though.

Onyx coloured version > AR Version. 
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Mar 21, 2019, 06:36:24 PM
I want a true 1/4 scale Queen!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: lucan khan on Mar 21, 2019, 07:04:01 PM
Shame they haven't included the womb that the A:R queen grew, with out that its pretty much a repaint of the original queen?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 21, 2019, 07:07:27 PM
It's pretty much what she was in the film.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Huggs on Mar 21, 2019, 07:11:32 PM
Love the high heels look she's rockin.

Momma looks good.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Mar 21, 2019, 07:22:50 PM
Film accurate Neomorph or death.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kradan on Mar 21, 2019, 07:36:25 PM
I'm actually glad they didn't included her belly otherwise it would look to silly for my taste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Mar 21, 2019, 07:51:12 PM
And the profitability of a figure is zilch.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Mar 21, 2019, 08:56:30 PM
I just looked into the classic NECA queen, it costs $350nzd now, up from $180 a couple of years ago. Why on earth did they increase prices so much?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Mar 21, 2019, 10:09:00 PM
 I wish they had made an alien versus predator queen with attached chains back when they were doing alien versus predator figures...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Mar 22, 2019, 03:43:06 AM
Looks great!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 22, 2019, 02:50:58 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Mar 21, 2019, 04:26:04 PM
Resurrection Queen announced.

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Definite pass for me as I've got the 'Aliens' queen, but it's cool that they're making a version of that sculpt available again for people who missed out on the 'Aliens' release.

The photo of it posed "sitting" is goofy as f**k, though. :P
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Mar 22, 2019, 08:01:53 PM
Agreed, by all means  ;D !! Still, I have to admit they've got a couple of really badass shots of that A4 Queen along with the A4 xenos and Ripley8, diorama and lights are top notch.

That being said, too bad they didn't include a pregnancy belly or a removable smacked face to display it whith the newborn ; OK it would have looked wicked, but that would have made this version at least worth buying... For I can't help thinking they basically grabbed the easiest occasion to repaint their A2 Queen and sell it again with almost no changes. So, not interested.

Some day, they shall release the AvP Queen, a new repaint with a few spikes added on its "crown", and tied in chains  ::).
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 22, 2019, 08:18:48 PM
Idk, I'm really feeling the brown queen. Maybe it's because most of the xenos I bought are brown, but I think I'll end up getting it.

Everyones talking about an AVP queen while I'm over here hoping we get a Kenner inspired flying queen
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Mar 22, 2019, 09:44:48 PM
We will eventually.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Mar 23, 2019, 03:55:18 PM
Working joe plz.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Mar 23, 2019, 05:37:34 PM
Dave Dorman's PredAlien plz.

Film faithful Neomorph plz.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 23, 2019, 05:42:43 PM
To-scale film-accurate Nostromo playset (with refinery) plz.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Mar 23, 2019, 05:44:45 PM
lol
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Mar 23, 2019, 05:58:56 PM
To scale Fury 161 payset with working doors and smelter, with silicon dog alien ice tray to make exploding alien figures, plz.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Mar 23, 2019, 06:20:24 PM
Movie-accurate Drake first, please. Thank you.

(https://media.giphy.com/media/dQdvnQrTHit6o/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Rabbit2100 on Mar 23, 2019, 07:27:46 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Mar 23, 2019, 05:37:34 PM
Dave Dorman's PredAlien plz.

Film faithful Neomorph plz.

Though the body on Dormans Predalien is wildly different than Chet, the head crests are nearly identical. Save of course for the placement of the dreads.

If Neca doesn't have the rights for the dorman Predalien the least they can do is remake Chet with correct articulation.

Articulated mandibles or nothing.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Mar 24, 2019, 04:21:44 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Mar 23, 2019, 05:42:43 PM
To-scale film-accurate Nostromo playset (with refinery) plz.
That would be awesome and maybe gigantic. :D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Mar 24, 2019, 06:16:12 AM
I cannot wait to put all of these together!
Going to be very expensive...
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2019%2F03%2FQueen1.jpg&hash=21b4a042dfb307a087db559c59138da6b08e7ffe)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2019%2F01%2FRipley5.jpg&hash=6d8c26d07c1ec646fc4a5fa38b32f3552e547ff5)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2019%2F01%2FWarrior10.jpg&hash=6f6f713576b12c7ee0b8a76615c3552020f69008)
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fnecaonline.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2019%2F02%2FNewborn1_1.jpg&hash=f57b336e4641d11dcb36ea5c60423d3044324e6d)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Mar 25, 2019, 01:12:05 PM
Nice  ;)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: AhabPredator on Mar 30, 2019, 09:12:12 PM
That newborn is the thing of nightmares...  :o

The head just...oozes out of the neck socket.

That's creepy. As hell.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 31, 2019, 04:14:01 AM
Quote from: AhabPredator on Mar 30, 2019, 09:12:12 PM
That newborn is the thing of nightmares...  :o

The head just...oozes out of the neck socket.

That's creepy. As hell.
The head's proportions look weird to me, but it's been a while since I watched Resurrection. Like, it looks too long, I dunno.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Mar 31, 2019, 04:37:03 AM
It is, the head doesn't come out that far. The whole thing's off.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: skhellter on Mar 31, 2019, 05:38:24 AM
Neca's sculpt was apparently based on a sideshow Newborn statue, rather than the movie design.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 31, 2019, 04:58:41 PM
Quote from: skhellter on Mar 31, 2019, 05:38:24 AM
Neca's sculpt was apparently based on a sideshow Newborn statue, rather than the movie design.
Which is f**king baffling, especially for those who expect screen-accuracy from NECA. I mean it's not like we're dealing with NECA getting bait-and-switched because the design changes mid-production like it did with Covenant - Resurrection has been out for over 20 years.

I'm considering canceling my preorder and waiting for people on youtube to post in-hand reviews, because that's goofy as hell.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Mar 31, 2019, 07:35:57 PM
I actually like the extend-o-head proportion wise, i just can't abide that joint in the middle of it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: XenoHunter99 on Mar 31, 2019, 07:50:38 PM
It' a creepy, sinister-looking figure. It manages to look a bit better than what we got in the movie. I think Neca tried to get a nice figure out of a naff movie design. Cheers to that!.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 11, 2019, 05:33:41 AM
Quote from: SiL on Mar 31, 2019, 04:37:03 AM
It is, the head doesn't come out that far. The whole thing's off.
Quote from: skhellter on Mar 31, 2019, 05:38:24 AM
Neca's sculpt was apparently based on a sideshow Newborn statue, rather than the movie design.
I just noticed that despite this, the product listing on BBTS (https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/VariationDetails/88052) says "The Newborn features a screen-accurate sculpt".

Uhhhhhh ???
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Apr 11, 2019, 08:09:52 AM
Endure my NECA Neomorph pain.

MAFEX Neomorph someday pls.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Ultramorph on Apr 11, 2019, 12:39:03 PM
I almost feel bad that I haven't gotten the Newborn despite clamoring for it for a long time, but my excitement just isn't there for NECA much anymore.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Apr 11, 2019, 01:09:46 PM
Stupid question: are the human figures generally cheaper than Alien figures?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Apr 11, 2019, 01:35:36 PM
Really depends on where you're buying from. From what I see at least, some marines like Vasquez are expensive beyond belief. I mostly see the humans being more expensive than the aliens. Though that's because I usually hunt down good deals for multiple aliens. Some older rarer human figures can be more expensive than old aliens. That's what I've seen, could be a different situation depending on the location.

Though with newer releases it's about the same between humans and aliens.

P. S. The Neca Newborn is weird. Depending on the angle, it looks better and worse than the one in the movie, at the same time! I'm glad I'm not getting that one...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Apr 11, 2019, 01:44:49 PM
It all depends on where you buy from but I believe they all cost the same price, depending on what wave they're from that is.
When Toys R Us was around I remember the Big Red's I had bought were $17.99, Aliens wave 1 were all $21.99. I pay a little bit more now from a local comic shop, but the most recent Predator and Kenner Alien waves were all $27.99 a pop.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 11, 2019, 03:11:34 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Apr 11, 2019, 08:09:52 AM
Endure my NECA Neomorph pain.

MAFEX Neomorph someday pls.
I can excuse that because the filmmakers changed the design after NECA made their prototypes and didn't bother telling them. Although NECA continuing to put "screen accurate sculpt" on the figure packaging was pretty tacky.

They don't really have that excuse with the Newborn.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SuperiorIronman on Apr 11, 2019, 04:00:30 PM
Could it be screen accurate relative to a thing they at least briefly used? That does happen time to time where a sculpt will resemble a different Hero or Stunt suit/prop. Maybe they got reference from a couple of different sources?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 11, 2019, 04:43:21 PM
A cursory google image search brings up the ADI puppet, and the NECA figure is demonstrably wrong.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Apr 12, 2019, 01:43:28 PM
If NECA viewed the sideshow Newborn statue on a monitor screen, they can technically say their figure is "screen accurate".

;)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Apr 12, 2019, 08:19:42 PM
Far-fetched, but legit  ;D.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Apr 13, 2019, 12:15:49 AM
Hey repainters, how do you tackle the joints? In stages? Avoid them?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SeegsonRep on Apr 15, 2019, 06:33:42 PM
Glad to see Parker is coming. Would love to see Ash as well.

Morse and/or Golic would be amazing too. Any chance one of the "bonuses/accessories" with the ultimate dog alien could be a human figure?  Prob not. It's probably an ox and a queen face hugger so with the creature pack you could do either form of the film in your display.

And Corporal Hicks, have you ever considered approaching someone from the states and from the forum obviously to help you acquire NECA Aliens earlier? If you have a friend on here or something that was willing to order the figures you want and ship them via air from the states you might be able to get them sooner than waiting for them to sail across the sea and however long it takes to get to a store and placed on a shelf. I can't recall if you said how much later the uk gets neca stuff but I got the impression it was a while. Depending on the price of shipping and if you have a willing friend, might be worth looking into.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Apr 15, 2019, 08:49:56 PM
Quote from: [CANCERBLACK] on Apr 13, 2019, 12:15:49 AM
Hey repainters, how do you tackle the joints? In stages? Avoid them?

Joints are usually going to rub no matter what you do (you can even see it with NECA's factory paint some times). I've seen a few people say they carve the joints out a little bit to avoid this, but I'd rather have tight joints than a perfect paint job if I'm being honest. I paint them and seal them regardless, some times it holds and some times it doesn't.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Apr 15, 2019, 08:53:48 PM
Thanks :) I'm going to have a go at one of my NECA Warriors but I'm really used to HIPS plastic and metal (or at worst, fairly rigid resin) figures and the moving parts and soft materials scare me, frankly.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Apr 15, 2019, 09:03:36 PM
I repainted a warrior body for my Mantis alien, it worked out pretty well and I haven't had any problems with the soft material. I also don't bend the tail that much though
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Apr 15, 2019, 09:07:44 PM
Yeah I think the tail will be getting an extra thick sealing coat and not moved much once it's done.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Apr 17, 2019, 02:25:29 AM
I might be one of the few that gives the Newborn a pass for what it is. But that I mean it's passable and I'll buy it. The only thing that kinda bugs me is its not really scale accurate as it looks to big. I'll glady accept it for what it is because we know NECA won't return back and redo it considering they've dragged their feet on touching the Newborn for being unpopular in the Alien fandom.

Side note I'm extremely excited my Snake and Scorpion Alien should be at my doorstep tomorrow! 😁
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Apr 17, 2019, 03:23:34 PM
I'm waiting for Scorpion and Apone as well. Any day now. So excited for them!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Apr 20, 2019, 12:06:09 AM
Just got the scorpion, snake and apone! My first two Alien toys were the original Kenner scorpion and snake so I'm absolutely loving the nostalgia of it all!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 21, 2019, 06:36:53 AM
I think my only "gripes" about the Snake are the superfluous articulated spines, the lack of translucency like the original toy, and the tip of the tail not being like the original toy's was.

Also this isn't really a criticism, but it's interesting how the Scorpion Alien is a lot of pre-existing parts with a bunch of random stuff tacked on them. It's an effective way to make the figure look "new" without actually creating all-new limbs.

I do wish it used the 'Aliens' hands instead of the 'Alien resurrection' hands, though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Apr 22, 2019, 11:18:19 PM
AvP arcade aliens and human 2 pack on Neca calendar for 5/14 and 5/20
Finally!

http://necaonline.com/events/2019-05/
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 23, 2019, 02:30:02 AM
That's awesome news!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: cloverfan98 on Apr 24, 2019, 03:44:48 PM
Really excited for the Arcade human 2 pack!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Apr 24, 2019, 09:45:58 PM
Awesome! Along with the Upgrade predator, may is gonna be one fantastic month.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Apr 24, 2019, 10:19:22 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Apr 21, 2019, 06:36:53 AM
I think my only "gripes" about the Snake are the superfluous articulated spines


Which ones? The "ribs"?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 25, 2019, 05:24:33 AM
Quote from: [CANCERBLACK] on Apr 24, 2019, 10:19:22 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Apr 21, 2019, 06:36:53 AM
I think my only "gripes" about the Snake are the superfluous articulated spines


Which ones? The "ribs"?
Yeah, the purple-tipped spines on the ribs.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 26, 2019, 02:47:55 PM
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Apr 26, 2019, 03:46:25 PM
Looks great!!!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Apr 26, 2019, 04:02:52 PM
Awesome, great news. Brett and Parker are a must have for me.

P.S. Neca finally fixed* the neck joint on the alien warrior!

*That's a new joint there
(https://i.imgur.com/QiPGFph.jpg)

Ironically, it's stiff. Like a rock. If you know what you're doing, try loosening it. I used a hairdryer and a thin, sharp knife to pick at the seems of the stuck joint and it worked. Don't brake the figure. Half a minute to a minute of hairdryer action, depending on how hot it is, then pick at the joint, gently. Then repeat. Use force, but never go crazy. And it gives way eventually after a few minutes and trials. You get this:

(https://i.imgur.com/vOBqwvu.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/RtwsZnT.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/IsPwj0i.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Apr 27, 2019, 04:40:25 PM
Fantastic, finally!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 27, 2019, 05:57:58 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Apr 26, 2019, 04:02:52 PM
Awesome, great news. Brett and Parker are a must have for me.

P.S. Neca finally fixed* the neck joint on the alien warrior!

Do you think that works with all of the Aliens that use the Ultimate warrior body mold, or do you think it's a running change that got introduced with the Scorpion Alien?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Apr 27, 2019, 06:26:44 PM
I've checked my Ultimate warriors and sadly, nope. They have the old sculpt.

The Scorpion alien is the first one to get this, hopefully not the last. Neca has a weird tradition it seems. Just like with the ultimate bodies for both the predator and alien, we first see them on some Kenner variation (Predator wave 16, the Blue Kenner Alien and Arcade pink Warrior) and now this. The main line gets the changes after a Kenner variation does.

I hope we see this appear on the Ultimate warriors in a second addition of sorts, or that at least the 40th anniversary Big Chap gets this.

I'm an articulation junkie. These things always make me excited, but I so wasn't expecting to find this. No review mentioned or showed that articulation point. And how could they when the neck was stiffer than the regular one ever was. I'm just glad I didn't brake the sucker and that I got that range of movement out of it.

Why the hell didn't Neca add this sooner to their warriors? Now I'm gonna wait until they eventually release the warriors with that joint before I go crazy with the army building.

The telling point will be the Arcade aliens coming out in May. If the Razor alien has it, which uses the warrior body mold, than we are set to see it on most aliens.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on May 13, 2019, 06:39:48 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/Cf6vZ10.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 13, 2019, 08:45:16 PM
Oh shit!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on May 13, 2019, 11:29:09 PM
They're here. And they're beautiful.

(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/60119989_10156037834980474_4156128208959307776_o.jpg?_nc_cat=105&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=82010a0b4882ceba91fa090aead1fdf8&oe=5D681462)

(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/60387797_10156037835070474_9172667302225641472_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=28cd3cb6571eaf9ec075ba5082d5ed7c&oe=5D6C2063)

(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/60349209_10156037835150474_3671211845596741632_o.jpg?_nc_cat=107&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=3aca6f74618571a5fa0f92c2d7b07b25&oe=5D72AD8F)

(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/60342164_10156037835215474_5626067142379044864_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=08e3307fc4566802fa41ff46d3bae3d6&oe=5D732131)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 14, 2019, 04:56:18 AM
Those look fantastic, I can't wait for BBTS to fulfill my preorder. Where did you get your set from?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on May 14, 2019, 07:20:11 AM
Amazon. They arrived two days after placing the order.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on May 14, 2019, 12:54:50 PM
Just placed an order for them and Upgrade from Amazon myself.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 14, 2019, 06:14:11 PM
When I looked on Amazon they had the Arcade Aliens for like $26 with $10 shipping; I think my preorder with BBTS is like $70 shipped for the three so I'm going to wait for them to ship my order.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on May 14, 2019, 06:50:01 PM
I've had an amazon gift card for about a month now so I didn't worry about the shipping charge  8)
This is the first time since the original Hicks/Hudson/Warrior wave I've ordered them online though so I'm hoping I don't get a bad batch.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on May 17, 2019, 12:06:14 PM
Got these all in yesterday. I'm not sure if NECA does it with all of their packages, but they shipped mine via 2 Day Mail so that justified the shipping cost a bit imo

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 24, 2019, 08:27:51 PM
Just got a notification from BBTS that they fulfilled my preorder; I'll have to see if I have any other preorders on the horizon that are about to be fulfilled, I don't mind waiting to have everything shipped together.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on May 31, 2019, 06:24:49 PM
Superman vs Aliens SDCC-exclusive 2-pack pics:

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D76XL9zXkAIpN--.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D76XL9zXoAQzzFG.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D76XL-XXkAEq4yB.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D76XL9yXYAAZXT3.jpg)

https://twitter.com/CSJ_Jon/status/1134510391323693058

More pics and details: https://t.co/lBgawTKb5X
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on May 31, 2019, 07:27:52 PM
Quote from: Kailem on May 31, 2019, 06:24:49 PM
Superman vs Aliens SDCC-exclusive 2 pack pics:

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D76XL9zXkAIpN--.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D76XL9zXoAQzzFG.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D76XL-XXkAEq4yB.jpg)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D76XL9yXYAAZXT3.jpg)

https://twitter.com/CSJ_Jon/status/1134510391323693058

:o So Neca finally overcame legal issues that postponed the release, though it´s a pity its only an exclusive SDCC release and that means SCALPERS  >:(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jun 05, 2019, 07:32:54 PM
While I was on holiday in the States a couple of weeks ago I picked up the Snake and Scorpion Aliens from a local Super Target. Had to go back a second time for them though since I couldn't find where they were the first time (I figured they were more likely to be in or near the toy aisles, not the video game and TV section, but clearly I was mistaken :P ).

I know it's been mentioned here before, but the difference in price really is crazy. Got both for the equivalent of about £40 when they likely would have been about £70 if I'd gotten them in the UK. You can literally get three figures for the price of two.

Still, the figures themselves look great! The Snake is especially detailed, they definitely did a really great job with these updates.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 06, 2019, 07:39:03 AM
You're going to some bad places in the UK if they're £70s! I'm only seeing two packs for about that kind of price! I'm normally looking at £30, but that's still twice as much as they were back in the AvPR/Predators days.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jun 06, 2019, 09:57:05 AM
Yeah that's what I mean, £70 for two figures together.

I remember getting the Clan Leader Predator from the Bristol Forbidden Planet for £35, then getting home and realising it was £30 on Amazon. Maybe that was because it was a boxed Ultimate-style figure though. Great figure but man do I wish they weren't quite so expensive sometimes.

Still, prices for most things are a rip-off here, so no great surprise. :P
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 14, 2019, 02:55:04 PM
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Jun 14, 2019, 03:06:36 PM
That's a pretty cool set!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jun 14, 2019, 04:09:22 PM
cant wait to make a queen facehugger victim...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jun 14, 2019, 04:34:18 PM
Can't wait to insert the AC Facehugger within the AC Egg.

Genuinely.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 14, 2019, 09:47:00 PM
 Got an email today saying the 2017 year end Exclusive ale and will be shipping next week.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 15, 2019, 01:10:06 AM
FreshFigures just charged me for my AvP Arcade Dutch/Lynn two-pack.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 15, 2019, 11:51:00 AM
I'm still waiting on them to charge me for the Arcade Aliens. I don't mind waiting, but I am excited on getting these guys.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Jun 15, 2019, 12:28:30 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jun 14, 2019, 02:55:04 PM
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Sweet AF
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 17, 2019, 09:14:01 AM
Reviews are coming in for the Dutch/Linn set, its got some real problems. Dutch's head sculpt is real goddamn bad.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jun 17, 2019, 09:19:58 AM
Unbelievable, NECA's QC is ridiculous.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 17, 2019, 10:53:16 AM
I've seen reviews for the Arcade Aliens. Sloppy paint (which means I'm going to try my first full body alien repaint, I guess) and problematic joints probably cause of the paint getting stuck where it shouldn't. Breakages aren't too rare, so be really careful when you try handling them. That's what I've seen. I'll report more when my Arcade Aliens arrive, which might take a while...  :'(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jun 17, 2019, 11:43:52 AM
I'm glad I wasn't interested in the Arcade humans, they flew off my comic shops shelves though.
I didn't have any issues with any of my Arcade Aliens, if you get any stuck joints on them just give them the hot water bath, it should loosen any stuck joints up.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predwars24 on Jun 17, 2019, 02:12:52 PM
I will admit that's another reason I'm not so interested in NECA so much anymore. When I was younger I jumped out of my seat to try and find some Predator figs, but after finally obtaining one, after none of them showed for so long at my local toys r us, a weapon would break (My Jason's Machete), Joints were loose (Most of my figures I had), and in the case of my Xenomorph ultimate I recently obtained it wouldn't stand properly. I know most other companies are bad about quality control but at least I don't fear for my Jurassic World collection.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jun 18, 2019, 09:55:26 PM
I'm not that interested on neca much anymore, I just got Mothra and she was missing a wing. The inky ones I'm realy interested in are the kenner style besurker predator and the neomorph.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 19, 2019, 01:21:10 AM
Quote from: Predwars24 on Jun 17, 2019, 02:12:52 PM
I will admit that's another reason I'm not so interested in NECA so much anymore. When I was younger I jumped out of my seat to try and find some Predator figs, but after finally obtaining one, after none of them showed for so long at my local toys r us, a weapon would break (My Jason's Machete), Joints were loose (Most of my figures I had), and in the case of my Xenomorph ultimate I recently obtained it wouldn't stand properly. I know most other companies are bad about quality control but at least I don't fear for my Jurassic World collection.
'sup fellow Jurassic World fan, Mattel's toys have been absolutely fantastic.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jun 19, 2019, 03:38:00 AM
Yes, the best jp line since the 90s.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predwars24 on Jun 19, 2019, 06:47:00 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 19, 2019, 01:21:10 AM
Quote from: Predwars24 on Jun 17, 2019, 02:12:52 PM
I will admit that's another reason I'm not so interested in NECA so much anymore. When I was younger I jumped out of my seat to try and find some Predator figs, but after finally obtaining one, after none of them showed for so long at my local toys r us, a weapon would break (My Jason's Machete), Joints were loose (Most of my figures I had), and in the case of my Xenomorph ultimate I recently obtained it wouldn't stand properly. I know most other companies are bad about quality control but at least I don't fear for my Jurassic World collection.
'sup fellow Jurassic World fan, Mattel's toys have been absolutely fantastic.

Not right now with thw current John Hammond news unfortunately.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 19, 2019, 11:45:12 AM
I'm curious if we'll see the Predalien at SDCC. I hope it's the right size. Neca does well with its scale, but sometimes does a few wired things. Their alien's compared to humans are a bit bigger than we usually see in the movies, which is grate as far as I'm concerned. But then they make the Engineers pathetic in scale to the rest of their figures instead of adding a bit more size to them like they do to their aliens. The AVP predator bodies are also a bit enlarged compared to the movie.
Now from the pics it seems the Newborn is huge, so I'm just hoping to see the Predalien a bit bigger than the original. It'd be pathetic if the Rez aliens, Isolation body, or the Dog alien are larger than a Predalien which should be larger and bulkier than the AVP predators.

I'm quite curious and hopeful they get this right. If it's not big enough and the figure doesn't any new cool features besides the basic articulation, I might pass on this guy.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jun 19, 2019, 01:26:45 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jun 19, 2019, 12:32:58 PM
The Requiem PredAlien design already is pathetic, an enlargement won't help.

True, but if it's underscale compared to the other aliens they've put out then you can't even do a body swap to try and make it better
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jun 19, 2019, 02:03:58 PM
The entire thing is a disaster, unless you're able to resculpt the head and chest, I don't see the point.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jun 19, 2019, 02:11:29 PM
Gotta make do with what you're given
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 19, 2019, 11:23:17 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jun 19, 2019, 01:26:45 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jun 19, 2019, 12:32:58 PM
The Requiem PredAlien design already is pathetic, an enlargement won't help.

True, but if it's underscale compared to the other aliens they've put out then you can't even do a body swap to try and make it better

Exactly this. I prefer the designs of other Predaliens, but this is the nearest one we're getting so I hope it's okay enough and that I don't have to do too much work on it. If it's large enough, and the mandibles are done decently, then I can work with whatever we're given.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 19, 2019, 11:51:03 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jun 19, 2019, 02:03:58 PM
The entire thing is a disaster, unless you're able to resculpt the head and chest, I don't see the point.
Some people like the design and wouldn't mind an update.

Quote from: Predwars24 on Jun 19, 2019, 06:47:00 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 19, 2019, 01:21:10 AM
Quote from: Predwars24 on Jun 17, 2019, 02:12:52 PM
I will admit that's another reason I'm not so interested in NECA so much anymore. When I was younger I jumped out of my seat to try and find some Predator figs, but after finally obtaining one, after none of them showed for so long at my local toys r us, a weapon would break (My Jason's Machete), Joints were loose (Most of my figures I had), and in the case of my Xenomorph ultimate I recently obtained it wouldn't stand properly. I know most other companies are bad about quality control but at least I don't fear for my Jurassic World collection.
'sup fellow Jurassic World fan, Mattel's toys have been absolutely fantastic.

Not right now with thw current John Hammond news unfortunately.
What do you mean?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Immortan Jonesy on Jun 20, 2019, 12:27:20 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 19, 2019, 11:51:03 PM
Quote from: Predwars24 on Jun 19, 2019, 06:47:00 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 19, 2019, 01:21:10 AM
Quote from: Predwars24 on Jun 17, 2019, 02:12:52 PM
I will admit that's another reason I'm not so interested in NECA so much anymore. When I was younger I jumped out of my seat to try and find some Predator figs, but after finally obtaining one, after none of them showed for so long at my local toys r us, a weapon would break (My Jason's Machete), Joints were loose (Most of my figures I had), and in the case of my Xenomorph ultimate I recently obtained it wouldn't stand properly. I know most other companies are bad about quality control but at least I don't fear for my Jurassic World collection.
'sup fellow Jurassic World fan, Mattel's toys have been absolutely fantastic.

Not right now with thw current John Hammond news unfortunately.
What do you mean?

I think he was talking about...

Spoiler
https://twitter.com/BDisgusting/status/1140719870851592192
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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 20, 2019, 05:23:51 AM
I don't know what that has to do with Mattel's kickass JP toys though. ???

Also I got the Dutch/Linn two-pack and it's better than I feared it would be, or at least mine is a lot better than the one in the video I posted. Dutch's robot arm isn't floppy and loose, the head sculpt doesn't look like a sandblasted mess, all around it's a pretty neat set and I like the novelty of getting figures of two of the more visually unique player characters from an awesome arcade game. I agree with Anthony that Linn should be able to hold the sword in one hand and the pistol in the other, instead of being forced to choose one weapon.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predwars24 on Jun 20, 2019, 05:54:40 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 20, 2019, 05:23:51 AM
I don't know what that has to do with Mattel's kickass JP toys though. ???

Also I got the Dutch/Linn two-pack and it's better than I feared it would be, or at least mine is a lot better than the one in the video I posted. Dutch's robot arm isn't floppy and loose, the head sculpt doesn't look like a sandblasted mess, all around it's a pretty neat set and I like the novelty of getting figures of two of the more visually unique player characters from an awesome arcade game. I agree with Anthony that Linn should be able to hold the sword in one hand and the pistol in the other, instead of being forced to choose one weapon.

No you guys haven't heard about John Hammond being an sdcc exclusive? It made me kind of upset, when I confronted Mattel they said that the only other way to obtain it was if they had any stock after sdcc.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 20, 2019, 10:00:36 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 20, 2019, 05:23:51 AM
I don't know what that has to do with Mattel's kickass JP toys though. ???

Also I got the Dutch/Linn two-pack and it's better than I feared it would be, or at least mine is a lot better than the one in the video I posted. Dutch's robot arm isn't floppy and loose, the head sculpt doesn't look like a sandblasted mess, all around it's a pretty neat set and I like the novelty of getting figures of two of the more visually unique player characters from an awesome arcade game. I agree with Anthony that Linn should be able to hold the sword in one hand and the pistol in the other, instead of being forced to choose one weapon.

Nice! Glad your version is a good one and you're happy with the figures. I'm so eagerly awaiting my Arcade Aliens, to see them in person finally, though I'll probably be waiting for awhile...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 20, 2019, 05:01:15 PM
Quote from: Predwars24 on Jun 20, 2019, 05:54:40 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 20, 2019, 05:23:51 AM
I don't know what that has to do with Mattel's kickass JP toys though. ???

Also I got the Dutch/Linn two-pack and it's better than I feared it would be, or at least mine is a lot better than the one in the video I posted. Dutch's robot arm isn't floppy and loose, the head sculpt doesn't look like a sandblasted mess, all around it's a pretty neat set and I like the novelty of getting figures of two of the more visually unique player characters from an awesome arcade game. I agree with Anthony that Linn should be able to hold the sword in one hand and the pistol in the other, instead of being forced to choose one weapon.

No you guys haven't heard about John Hammond being an sdcc exclusive? It made me kind of upset, when I confronted Mattel they said that the only other way to obtain it was if they had any stock after sdcc.

I didn't even know they were making a Hammond figure. I do hope we get more humans and vehicles; my dinosaurs need stuff to eat and destroy. Dinosaurs themselves are cool and all, but the main draw of Jurassic Park (as a movie series and as a toyline) is how the dinosaurs interact with humans.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predwars24 on Jun 20, 2019, 07:54:59 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 20, 2019, 05:01:15 PM
Quote from: Predwars24 on Jun 20, 2019, 05:54:40 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 20, 2019, 05:23:51 AM
I don't know what that has to do with Mattel's kickass JP toys though. ???

Also I got the Dutch/Linn two-pack and it's better than I feared it would be, or at least mine is a lot better than the one in the video I posted. Dutch's robot arm isn't floppy and loose, the head sculpt doesn't look like a sandblasted mess, all around it's a pretty neat set and I like the novelty of getting figures of two of the more visually unique player characters from an awesome arcade game. I agree with Anthony that Linn should be able to hold the sword in one hand and the pistol in the other, instead of being forced to choose one weapon.

No you guys haven't heard about John Hammond being an sdcc exclusive? It made me kind of upset, when I confronted Mattel they said that the only other way to obtain it was if they had any stock after sdcc.

I didn't even know they were making a Hammond figure. I do hope we get more humans and vehicles; my dinosaurs need stuff to eat and destroy. Dinosaurs themselves are cool and all, but the main draw of Jurassic Park (as a movie series and as a toyline) is how the dinosaurs interact with humans.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: gabgrave on Jun 21, 2019, 03:46:30 PM
Quote from: Predwars24 on Jun 20, 2019, 07:54:59 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 20, 2019, 05:01:15 PM
Quote from: Predwars24 on Jun 20, 2019, 05:54:40 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 20, 2019, 05:23:51 AM
I don't know what that has to do with Mattel's kickass JP toys though. ???

Also I got the Dutch/Linn two-pack and it's better than I feared it would be, or at least mine is a lot better than the one in the video I posted. Dutch's robot arm isn't floppy and loose, the head sculpt doesn't look like a sandblasted mess, all around it's a pretty neat set and I like the novelty of getting figures of two of the more visually unique player characters from an awesome arcade game. I agree with Anthony that Linn should be able to hold the sword in one hand and the pistol in the other, instead of being forced to choose one weapon.

No you guys haven't heard about John Hammond being an sdcc exclusive? It made me kind of upset, when I confronted Mattel they said that the only other way to obtain it was if they had any stock after sdcc.

I didn't even know they were making a Hammond figure. I do hope we get more humans and vehicles; my dinosaurs need stuff to eat and destroy. Dinosaurs themselves are cool and all, but the main draw of Jurassic Park (as a movie series and as a toyline) is how the dinosaurs interact with humans.

They spared no expense  ;D


Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 20, 2019, 05:23:51 AM
...
I agree with Anthony that Linn should be able to hold the sword in one hand and the pistol in the other, instead of being forced to choose one weapon.

I positioned her left hand behind her back so that it looks like she's drawing out her katana. It works pretty well to replicate the arcade game pose.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 22, 2019, 11:04:06 AM
Just got billed for my arcade aliens and the Upgrade predator! They'll be in my hands in the coming weeks, I'm so excited to see them in hand finally.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jun 22, 2019, 09:34:01 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jun 22, 2019, 11:04:06 AM
Just got billed for my arcade aliens and the Upgrade predator! They'll be in my hands in the coming weeks, I'm so excited to see them in hand finally.
I just saw them all at a store last week,they look great but it bugs me that they didn't give the predator his silver tusk.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 22, 2019, 10:49:46 PM
Yep, Neca has a weird attitude towards accuracy. In a lot of aspects they get so close, sculpts filled with so much detail. But because of some reused part, or sloppy paintwork, or just a missed detail, we're frequently left hanging. They get like between 70% and 95% there, but commonly miss some details that are easily fixable.
For the price, compared to our choices, I'm thrilled with their products, but they are far from perfect and from time to time some of their choices just boggle me.  :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 25, 2019, 08:52:49 PM
Damn you Neca!

(https://i.imgur.com/o6XnO7k.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 25, 2019, 10:37:00 PM
I don't get it. ???
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 25, 2019, 10:52:28 PM
2 right hands.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 26, 2019, 10:16:25 AM
Damn, that's hilarious! Of course, I'm sorry for anyone who get's a bad figure, but really. After such a long wait, a bland club exclusive reveal, now that the people finally have the creature in hand, this happens.

After the long pause Neca made cause of factory problems, and the first figures since then being okay, I've finally hoped that they got QC under control. But alas, I was naive.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 26, 2019, 07:08:12 PM
Per Toyark (https://news.toyark.com/2019/06/23/quick-round-up-of-the-neca-fan-event-2019-qna-videos-and-more-349687), the next Kenner Alien is the Rhino Alien.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 26, 2019, 08:57:26 PM
Yeah, deluxe Rhino and Drake are confirmed.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 26, 2019, 08:58:08 PM
What?! Oh hell yeah!!!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jun 27, 2019, 06:55:32 AM
Yep, I've gotta be getting me that. I loved the look of the original and this was definitely one I was hoping would be up next. I'm looking forward to seeing their take on it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 27, 2019, 07:24:31 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 26, 2019, 07:08:12 PM
Per Toyark (https://news.toyark.com/2019/06/23/quick-round-up-of-the-neca-fan-event-2019-qna-videos-and-more-349687), the next Kenner Alien is the Rhino Alien.

Here I am just wanting my Bull.  :'(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jun 27, 2019, 12:39:45 PM
I'm pretty stoked for the Rhino if it's going to be a middle ground between the normal Alien and the Queen. It might be a good substitute for the ACM Crusher
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 27, 2019, 03:49:12 PM
Surprised they're going with a Deluxe format and all new sculpt. I wont be able to pass this one up.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jun 27, 2019, 04:04:06 PM
I wonder if they're testing the waters with Rhino to see how it sells before considering the Flying Queen
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 27, 2019, 07:18:13 PM
Speaking of Queens...
Kenner Flying Queen would be great!
Kenner large King Alien also!
Alien vs Predator movie Queen with attached chains.
Attachable Aliens Queen Eggsac!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jun 28, 2019, 09:05:18 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jun 27, 2019, 07:24:31 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 26, 2019, 07:08:12 PM
Per Toyark (https://news.toyark.com/2019/06/23/quick-round-up-of-the-neca-fan-event-2019-qna-videos-and-more-349687), the next Kenner Alien is the Rhino Alien.

Here I am just wanting my Bull.  :'(

Yeah bull is another one I'm really looking forward to eventually seeing. To be honest when I first read "rhino Alien" I was picturing the bull in my mind, but either way they're both cool! :D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 28, 2019, 11:16:06 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jun 27, 2019, 12:39:45 PM
I'm pretty stoked for the Rhino if it's going to be a middle ground between the normal Alien and the Queen. It might be a good substitute for the ACM Crusher

This is exactly what I am thinking. 

...and a Bull Alien in this scale would be fantastic.  Yes!  Bring it NECA.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 29, 2019, 03:09:31 PM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Jun 27, 2019, 07:18:13 PM
Speaking of Queens...
Kenner Flying Queen would be great!
Kenner large King Alien also!
Alien vs Predator movie Queen with attached chains.
Attachable Aliens Queen Eggsac!

If we're swinging for the fences, gimme a to-scale 'AvP' pyramid with functional, timed, automated shifting walls and doors.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Jun 29, 2019, 04:06:15 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 29, 2019, 03:09:31 PM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Jun 27, 2019, 07:18:13 PM
Speaking of Queens...
Kenner Flying Queen would be great!
Kenner large King Alien also!
Alien vs Predator movie Queen with attached chains.
Attachable Aliens Queen Eggsac!

If we're swinging for the fences, gimme a to-scale 'AvP' pyramid with functional, timed, automated shifting walls and doors.

Let's tack on a scaled APC and dropship.

Screw it, let's get a figure-scale Sulaco while we're at it.

It'd probably take up the whole living room, and my cat might sleep in it, but it'd be awesome.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jun 29, 2019, 04:11:39 PM
Given how long it's taking them to even get their Cinemachines Sulaco out I doubt we'll see anything bigger from NECA any time soon.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jun 29, 2019, 09:13:32 PM
They've already said no to an APC. That being said I think I remember seeing someone on twitter ask about the troop section and they answer was "possibly". The idea being it'd be the USCM equivalent to the preds getting their trophy wall and throne
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 30, 2019, 08:40:29 AM
I can imagine them doing that. They even hinted that they're considering making a Queen egg sack, not confirmed, but not out of the question yet. It'd be expensive as a kidney though and IF it ever happens it'll be a while.

Queen and King variants? I can see them doing those down the line certainly.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Jun 30, 2019, 08:44:21 AM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jun 30, 2019, 08:40:29 AM
I can imagine them doing that. They even hinted that they're considering making a Queen egg sack, not confirmed, but not out of the question yet. It'd be expensive as a kidney though and IF it ever happens it'll be a while.

Queen and King variants? I can see them doing those down the line certainly.


I'd like to see them tackle the janky deluxe queen. Not the ultra deluxe one with egg sac, but the one with extra arms and a shoulder mounted tail.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 30, 2019, 08:46:31 AM
The Kenner one?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Jun 30, 2019, 08:49:02 AM
Yes. This one.


(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/ec/c6/6e/ecc66efddde8c22ea56bfe8ecb8602fe.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 30, 2019, 08:56:40 AM
They are literally bleeding the Kenner Predators dry. I expect they'll do the same with the Alien line eventually.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jun 30, 2019, 09:00:42 AM
I wanna see a three headed Alien Kenner tribute figure by NECA. 

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Jun 30, 2019, 09:02:33 AM
Quote from: windebieste on Jun 30, 2019, 09:00:42 AM
I wanna see a three headed Alien Kenner tribute figure by NECA. 

-Windebieste.


CHIMAERA ALIEN with CONFUSING AGITATED FLAPPING ACTION
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 30, 2019, 04:25:54 PM
Quote from: TheSailingRabbit on Jun 29, 2019, 04:06:15 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 29, 2019, 03:09:31 PM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Jun 27, 2019, 07:18:13 PM
Speaking of Queens...
Kenner Flying Queen would be great!
Kenner large King Alien also!
Alien vs Predator movie Queen with attached chains.
Attachable Aliens Queen Eggsac!

If we're swinging for the fences, gimme a to-scale 'AvP' pyramid with functional, timed, automated shifting walls and doors.

Let's tack on a scaled APC and dropship.

Screw it, let's get a figure-scale Sulaco while we're at it.

It'd probably take up the whole living room, and my cat might sleep in it, but it'd be awesome.
To-scale Gateway station.

f**k it, to-scale Zeta 2 Reticuli system, including LV-246 and LV-223 (and the star they orbit).
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jul 16, 2019, 03:40:18 AM
Got the creature set today.
(https://i.imgur.com/AUP5bgQ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/7UwDRu5.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/nUBZC6n.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Drukathi on Jul 16, 2019, 10:22:22 AM
Juvenile Queen is really scary. Big omission that we didn't see it in the films.


Quote from: dHunter333 on Jun 25, 2019, 08:52:49 PM
Damn you Neca!

(https://i.imgur.com/o6XnO7k.jpg)


AHAHA! In my childhood i have prefabricated models of alien and queen. Alien aslo has two right (or left, don't remember) hands.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 17, 2019, 01:53:38 PM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Jul 16, 2019, 03:40:18 AM
Got the creature set today.
(https://i.imgur.com/AUP5bgQ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/7UwDRu5.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/nUBZC6n.jpg)

Nice, one of the first, but mostly the literal first videos on YouTube to review new Alien and Predator figures which helps me decide on buying new Neca figures, so I thank you for that. Keep up the good work.

In like 20 hours, more or less, Neca will reveal the Kenner Rhino Alien.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Jul 18, 2019, 03:07:01 AM
https://bloody-disgusting.com/toys/3573425/images-necas-sdcc-2019-reveals-include-ultimate-pinhead-annabelle-new-horror-madballs/ (https://bloody-disgusting.com/toys/3573425/images-necas-sdcc-2019-reveals-include-ultimate-pinhead-annabelle-new-horror-madballs/)

Ultimate Big Chap and Kenner Rino!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 18, 2019, 06:52:28 AM
They've also got an Ultimate Runner on show too.

(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/07/SDCC-2019-NECA-Alien-and-Predator-043.jpg)

https://news.toyark.com/2019/07/17/sdcc-2019-neca-aliens-and-predators-352765

*sat here patiently waiting for my Bull Alien*
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Drukathi on Jul 18, 2019, 08:09:24 AM
Quote from: David's Creation on Jul 18, 2019, 03:07:01 AM
https://bloody-disgusting.com/toys/3573425/images-necas-sdcc-2019-reveals-include-ultimate-pinhead-annabelle-new-horror-madballs/ (https://bloody-disgusting.com/toys/3573425/images-necas-sdcc-2019-reveals-include-ultimate-pinhead-annabelle-new-horror-madballs/)

Ultimate Big Chap and Kenner Rino!

It's another new version of Big Chap?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Jul 18, 2019, 08:49:42 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 18, 2019, 06:52:28 AM
They've also got an Ultimate Runner on show too.

(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/07/SDCC-2019-NECA-Alien-and-Predator-043.jpg)

https://news.toyark.com/2019/07/17/sdcc-2019-neca-aliens-and-predators-352765

*sat here patiently waiting for my Bull Alien*
Awesome awesome awesome.

And yeah, I'm pretty sure the bull alien is the first alien figure I ever got.  Special place in my heart.  I actually thought the new rhino fig was the bull at first and was a little disappointed when I zoomed in.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Jul 18, 2019, 09:19:03 AM
Ultimate Dog alien comes with a sculpted logo :laugh: :laugh: Awesome!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 18, 2019, 12:36:55 PM
The new articulation on the runner is just the knee swivel FYI, but the sculpted logo and mini Queen burster is enough to gain my interest in getting this one.

The Rhino is gorgeous! And huge. Looks like 100% new sculpt, love it. A must have.

The Ultimate Big Chap is kinda meh. Double jointed elbows and knees with the addition of the knees having a swivel (the exact same body as the Blue Kenner Alien), but no new sculpt and the head could've used one since other fantastic Big Chaps from other companies have now been released. Can't tell if he has the new neck joint, the only time we've seen that now is on the new warrior sculpted neck like the neck on the Scorpion alien and on Razor claws, so I doubt we'll get that with Big Chap honestly.
The few accessories we get are nice, but are a little lacking in number. No closed egg, no eggmorphed Brett, no facehugger posed so that it can attach to other figures faces? Yes, this is the same set plan as the Ultimate Alien Warrior, but come on, this is for the 40th anniversary of Alien! A little extra effort would've been nice... At least the facehugger isn't sculpted to be in a stupid pose like the Aliens one is.
The dome is interesting that it's darker though at the same time, more see through. We'll see how the in package sample looks like, cause those domes always differ a lot from what we're shown at these events. The skull is still too visible for my taste, but better then it was before.

Parker is nice. No Brett though, I hope they bring him while the convention lasts.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 18, 2019, 12:54:58 PM
I actually don't have a big chap or a dog alien in my collection yet so I'm pretty much sold on everything. That Rhino alien looks awesome, but I'm definitely going to repaint it once I have it.

I was hoping we'd see more Alien stuff, like a movie Drake tease or some more Kenner teases.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Jul 18, 2019, 02:06:38 PM
Ill het the rhino for sure. And may get the dog alien. Depends on its colors, articulation and if it comes with more than the alien 3 logo
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Jul 18, 2019, 02:16:07 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jul 18, 2019, 12:54:58 PM
I was hoping we'd see more Alien stuff, like a movie Drake tease or some more Kenner teases.

Me, too.

(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/90/70/b3/9070b3265dbbcd0bdb749c6d180fd796.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jul 18, 2019, 03:15:35 PM
Quote from: TheSailingRabbit on Jul 18, 2019, 02:16:07 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Jul 18, 2019, 12:54:58 PM
I was hoping we'd see more Alien stuff, like a movie Drake tease or some more Kenner teases.

Me, too.

https://i.pinimg.com/originals/90/70/b3/9070b3265dbbcd0bdb749c6d180fd796.jpg

Or an Apone movie likenesess figure  :'(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jul 18, 2019, 05:28:44 PM
I love what they've done with the Rhino, especially the design of the dorsal tubes and how they've sort of fused them to the shoulders. And the colouring makes him look like a molten beast too. Definitely going to have to get that.

I don't have either a Big Chap or a Runner yet (except for the McFarlane Toys version from years ago), so I might have to look into getting those Ultimate versions, especially Big Chap. But yeah, even though I was initially thinking "Bull" for some reason when they announced the Rhino, I'm a lot more excited about it now that I've seen it. Looks awesome.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 18, 2019, 07:04:27 PM
Then for everyone who doesn't have Big Chap and the Dog Alien, this is a great chance, but yeah, I also thought we might see more alien stuff. Too bad. I hope they're holding out some stuff for NYCC.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jul 19, 2019, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jul 18, 2019, 07:04:27 PM
Then for everyone who doesn't have Big Chap and the Dog Alien, this is a great chance, but yeah, I also thought we might see more alien stuff. Too bad. I hope they're holding out some stuff for NYCC.
I just saw the old dog alien at a comic store and I'm glad I didnt get it. And I only gave the McFarland dog alien and avp two pack.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Jul 19, 2019, 10:00:56 PM
Actually really feelin that rhino, and I wasn't expecting to.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 20, 2019, 06:52:24 AM
I can't wait for that Rhino and Ultimate Dog Alien.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Darkness on Jul 20, 2019, 07:08:23 PM
Some new announcements from Neca. Big Chap and Runner figurea as well as a 1/4 scale Big Chap. Might actually get both Big Chaps.







Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 20, 2019, 08:26:48 PM
Looks nice. In the description it says for the Ultimate Big Chap that its an all-new sculpt which is a blatant lie, FYI. The body is a complete reuse of the Blue Kenner Alien, just to clear things up. Furthermore, the only difference from the previous Big Chap will be the removal of the bicep swivel and the addition of new double jointed elbows and knees, and a swivel at the base of the tail. The paintjob will be new. The dome seems too translucent, again and this time if the prototype in the pictures is anything to go by, the dome doesn't sit well on the front of the skull. The minor problems are fixable, but will be annoying if present. The egg, hugger and burster are nice though. And we're not sure if he'll be getting the extra neck joint, the pictures certainly don't support it, but the final products tend to differ often with the paintjob and sometimes by having more articulation. We'll see.

Dog alien looks nice, will be getting him, those added knee joints will be of great use and the accessories are awesome.

P.S. I love how they literally mist the figures to give them more of a wet look during a photo shoot. But it's the dry heat...  :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Jul 20, 2019, 10:22:32 PM
Seeing all those small stuff creatures, I now want screen acurate AvP predburster!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 20, 2019, 10:36:01 PM
So do I, unfortunately it's the only worthwhile onscreen version of the PredAlien.
Spoiler
(https://www.avpcentral.com/images/predalien-chestburster.png)
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I hope we'll get a NECA "concept" PredAlien someday, biomechanical, sexual and no dreadlocks.  ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 21, 2019, 10:58:13 AM
That's certainly in the ballpark, though I'd be surprised if we got it by 2022 honestly. But eventually, almost certainly we'll see this.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 22, 2019, 08:14:51 AM
Quote from: The Old One on Jul 20, 2019, 10:36:01 PM
I hope we'll get a NECA "concept" PredAlien someday, biomechanical, sexual and no dreadlocks.  ;D

Agreed. 100%. I really hope to see them explore other interpretations of the PredAliens. There's been enough of them!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Drukathi on Jul 22, 2019, 08:48:10 AM
Maybe someday we will get an exclusive four-handed Blomkamp's Alien from NECA.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 22, 2019, 07:25:49 PM
I seriously doubt it, for the combination of price point, amount of interest- to people unaware it's just Big Chap with extra arms, I don't see it as profitable. 
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 22, 2019, 08:45:40 PM
Eh, give it time and I'm sure we'll see obscure things like that once every other option and re-issue has been made.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 22, 2019, 09:03:29 PM
It's also a thing I don't understand the appeal of. I mean, it's not very visually distinct, it's just the original design with one nonsensical addition.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Jul 22, 2019, 09:09:26 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jul 22, 2019, 09:03:29 PM
It's also a thing I don't understand the appeal of. I mean, it's not very visually distinct, it's just the original design with one nonsensical addition.

Keep it down, Omega will hear you.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 22, 2019, 09:27:06 PM
Quote from: The Old One on Jul 22, 2019, 09:03:29 PM
It's also a thing I don't understand the appeal of. I mean, it's not very visually distinct, it's just the original design with one nonsensical addition.

I'd buy it just because I like weird Xeno forms. It's easily explained away for a figure, it gained the arms from a humanoid alien host.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gilfryd on Jul 22, 2019, 10:14:06 PM
Always meant to get some Aliens so that Ultimate Big Chap and Runner are mighty tempting.

Have they done an Ultimate Warrior? Would be nice to have all 3 'main' designs.

As for dream figures I would LOVE to see Giger's 3 design someday.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 22, 2019, 10:22:13 PM
Humanoid host with four arms as part of the Alien Universe? Disgusting.  >:(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: HashTag_TheSwag on Jul 22, 2019, 10:31:24 PM
Big chap looks like it's 95% re-use and the single jointed elbows kinda blow :-[ "Ultimate" my ass.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Perfect-Organism on Jul 23, 2019, 01:16:55 AM
Ya, I think I'm now officially done with the skull.  It makes it too human in a cartoony way.  I prefer no skull which makes it completely Alien in such a way where you cannot connect with it on any level.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Jul 23, 2019, 01:22:56 AM
The Skull or No Skull Thread is just north of here.

Unleash your skull angst.

I'm sure Local will be happy to induct you.

;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 23, 2019, 02:25:50 AM
Quote from: The Old One on Jul 22, 2019, 10:22:13 PM
Humanoid host with four arms as part of the Alien Universe? Disgusting.  >:(


shhh shhh shhh, just pretend its part of the kenner line
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jul 23, 2019, 06:16:18 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/ulJn9Ik.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/2eL68f8.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/mHTMLcZ.jpg)

Here is my YouTube review on the new Alien Resurrection Queen. Cannot wait to complete the Resurrection Collection!

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 23, 2019, 10:26:54 AM
Nice review. I probably won't get her, but the brown repaint on her looks better then I expected.

Quote from: HashTag_TheSwag on Jul 22, 2019, 10:31:24 PM
Big chap looks like it's 95% re-use and the single jointed elbows kinda blow :-[ "Ultimate" my ass.

It has double jointed elbows, that's a certain. They're just small and unintrusive, but functional, nice range. And yes, it's a big reuse of parts.  :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Jul 23, 2019, 12:03:44 PM
As long as the elbows are doubles, I'm definitely getting him.

@misterskeezler on Instagram

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Kurgan on Jul 23, 2019, 03:19:06 PM
The brown looks really good on the queen. Not as good as the classic paintjob, but good.

I wished they had given her some more changes from her Aliens appearance to make her look more in line with the cloned warriors from Resurrection.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 23, 2019, 03:32:16 PM
I'm not sure if they really could have, the queen in Res is just a repainted Aliens queen
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Kurgan on Jul 23, 2019, 03:42:54 PM
Yeah i know.

I was talking about the decision to use it unchanged in the movie, not NECA's depiction. They did everything right  :)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 23, 2019, 05:50:17 PM
I prefer the brown paintjob honestly, not as much as I'd prefer jet black, but I think it's a step up from the cartoony blue.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Kurgan on Jul 23, 2019, 06:27:40 PM
Damn, you are right.

Totally forgot that she is actually not jet black in the movie but blue.

The worst is when they put some bright turquoise into the mix, like in a lot of merch.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 23, 2019, 09:16:18 PM
Honestly I'm really tempted to get the Res queen just so I can repaint it to match what I've been doing with my warriors/kenner aliens
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 23, 2019, 09:18:21 PM
I'm tempted but I can't afford it right now.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 23, 2019, 09:28:27 PM
same, unless I want to eat ramen noodles for the next two weeks
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 23, 2019, 11:19:08 PM
The coloring, even when it's good, is annoying me more and more since most aliens don't really match with each other. I'm honestly considering painting them all just jet black and having a cohesive hive that looks great in the shadows.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 24, 2019, 02:32:56 AM
I'd care more about the Resurrection Queen if it wasn't just a straight repaint. Like, the Queen in the movie at no point stands up like that (I mean, unless you count when Perez is looking at it through the glass and you kinda see part of its head). If it had been retooled to be flipped over on its back with the massive "pregnancy" belly, I'd be way more interested.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Jenga on Jul 24, 2019, 06:10:59 PM
Honest question "Xenomorph": Where do you see the Alien Resurrection queen repaint? I Don't see it anywhere  at the SDCC link provided in the article
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Kurgan on Jul 24, 2019, 06:13:44 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 24, 2019, 02:32:56 AM
I'd care more about the Resurrection Queen if it wasn't just a straight repaint. Like, the Queen in the movie at no point stands up like that (I mean, unless you count when Perez is looking at it through the glass and you kinda see part of its head). If it had been retooled to be flipped over on its back with the massive "pregnancy" belly, I'd be way more interested.

A retooled queen would be great, but i doubt NECA would bother with it if they had to do more than repaint it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 24, 2019, 08:25:45 PM
I think the only real variation of the queen we'll ever get to see would by a Kenner flying queen, providing Neca decides to tackle it (and I really hope they do)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 25, 2019, 03:07:58 AM
Quote from: Jenga on Jul 24, 2019, 06:10:59 PM
Honest question "Xenomorph": Where do you see the Alien Resurrection queen repaint? I Don't see it anywhere  at the SDCC link provided in the article
dHunter333 posted some photos of his on the previous page: https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=48664.msg2409565#msg2409565
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jul 27, 2019, 03:55:43 PM
I may get the dog alien and big chap since I only have the mcfarland ones, and when I bought the neca one his legs broke off as soon as I opened it so I returned it but never got a new one


I may get the dog alien and big chap since I only have the mcfarland ones, and when I bought the neca one his legs broke off as soon as I opened it so I returned it but never got a new one
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Jul 28, 2019, 09:13:37 PM
At LFCC Summer 2019 I have finaly picked up the Alien Vs Predator Arcade Game - Razor Claws and Arachnoid Xenomorphs - brilliant sculpts but I have started to repaint them in film colours (all the better to go with the rest of the hive), the Snake Xeno (I will only repaint the green parts - again so it goes with the film accurate hives)

Look forward to Cardiff Comic Con in september to see which Alien/Predator figures I can pick up then.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jul 29, 2019, 04:16:34 AM
I wish dearly for the new creature pack but,
I've got to save, refrain and deny for now.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 29, 2019, 08:28:46 AM
Quote from: Neomorph-01 on Jul 28, 2019, 09:13:37 PM
At LFCC Summer 2019 I have finaly picked up the Alien Vs Predator Arcade Game - Razor Claws and Arachnoid Xenomorphs - brilliant sculpts but I have started to repaint them in film colours (all the better to go with the rest of the hive), the Snake Xeno (I will only repaint the green parts - again so it goes with the film accurate hives)

I finally found the frigging Scorpion Alien at LFCC! It's been sold out here for forever!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Jul 30, 2019, 02:08:30 AM
Pass. The new 2019 sculpt ( 22" Big Chap) is almost identical to the 2015 reissue. The head sculpt looks different for this new 2019 version? I'm happy enough with the 2015 release.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 30, 2019, 11:00:31 AM
I might be wrong, but I'm almost certain that the head sculpt is the exact same as the last version, just different dome coloring, depending on what version (there were two variants in 2015), the lips may be different.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Jul 30, 2019, 11:23:19 AM
The dome looks a different shape to the 2015 release. The air-brushed detailing, the length of the skull, (under the dome) is a definite improvement.

EDIT: Had another look at the images. The head and dome do look identical to the previous release - but improved by more detailed paint work. 
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jul 31, 2019, 12:41:36 AM
Quote from: David's Creation on Jul 18, 2019, 08:49:42 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 18, 2019, 06:52:28 AM
They've also got an Ultimate Runner on show too.

(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/07/SDCC-2019-NECA-Alien-and-Predator-043.jpg)

https://news.toyark.com/2019/07/17/sdcc-2019-neca-aliens-and-predators-352765

*sat here patiently waiting for my Bull Alien*
Awesome awesome awesome.

And yeah, I'm pretty sure the bull alien is the first alien figure I ever got.  Special place in my heart.  I actually thought the new rhino fig was the bull at first and was a little disappointed when I zoomed in.
the bull was my first. My brother got the queen a year before. I had the choice between the bull and the mantis.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Aug 01, 2019, 09:22:28 PM
The Resurrection Queen, Ripley, and Newborn are all now up on NECA's eBay store. No sign of the Warrior yet though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 02, 2019, 07:20:55 AM
Quote from: bobcunk on Jul 31, 2019, 12:41:36 AM
Quote from: David's Creation on Jul 18, 2019, 08:49:42 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 18, 2019, 06:52:28 AM
They've also got an Ultimate Runner on show too.

(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/07/SDCC-2019-NECA-Alien-and-Predator-043.jpg)

https://news.toyark.com/2019/07/17/sdcc-2019-neca-aliens-and-predators-352765

*sat here patiently waiting for my Bull Alien*
Awesome awesome awesome.

And yeah, I'm pretty sure the bull alien is the first alien figure I ever got.  Special place in my heart.  I actually thought the new rhino fig was the bull at first and was a little disappointed when I zoomed in.
the bull was my first. My brother got the queen a year before. I had the choice between the bull and the mantis.

The Bull was my first too. That's why I'm so keen on seeing NECA's take on it. I still remember finding it at a stall in an indoor market in my early teens. I still have it. Was going through one of my boxes of Alien/Predator stuff in preparation for my move and was glad to see it still in there.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Jenga on Aug 02, 2019, 07:58:19 PM
This big 2019 big chap is so disappointing! The old sculpt was never as good as it should have been and this news was exciting until the pictures came and it's essentially the same bad/inaccurate sculpt with only a few minor changes. They should have started from ground zero on this one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 02, 2019, 08:35:52 PM
Yeah, that was never gonna happen... Looks like all the effort of new sculpting is going into getting out the Parker and Brett figures, eventually. I agree, disappointing knowing it's the 40th.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Aug 02, 2019, 11:41:46 PM
Yeah, just go purchase the MAFEX one instead is my advice.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Aug 02, 2019, 11:54:33 PM
The NECA Parker looks decent but Brett doesn't.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gilfryd on Aug 06, 2019, 08:24:04 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 24, 2019, 02:32:56 AM
I'd care more about the Resurrection Queen if it wasn't just a straight repaint. Like, the Queen in the movie at no point stands up like that (I mean, unless you count when Perez is looking at it through the glass and you kinda see part of its head). If it had been retooled to be flipped over on its back with the massive "pregnancy" belly, I'd be way more interested.
Maybe they'll go nuts and do egg sac versions of both Queens somewhere down the line.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Aug 07, 2019, 01:22:44 AM
To be fair:

The AR queen was a repaint, sans mouth tendons.
Putting her on her back would turn her into a diorama, not a Super Sexy Action Figure
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 07, 2019, 02:40:41 AM
Quote from: SiL on Aug 07, 2019, 01:22:44 AM
To be fair:

The AR queen was a repaint, sans mouth tendons.
Putting her on her back would turn her into a diorama, not a Super Sexy Action Figure
Yeah but I have the 'Aliens' Queen action figure for that.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Aug 07, 2019, 09:18:28 AM
But it's not the right colour >:(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 07, 2019, 11:12:23 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Aug 07, 2019, 02:40:41 AM
Quote from: SiL on Aug 07, 2019, 01:22:44 AM
To be fair:

The AR queen was a repaint, sans mouth tendons.
Putting her on her back would turn her into a diorama, not a Super Sexy Action Figure
Yeah but I have the 'Aliens' Queen action figure for that.

It's NECA we're talking about. They never go the extra mile when it's expected of them and they should, but always do when it's something random nobody ever expected.  :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Aug 07, 2019, 12:06:04 PM
Neca should just release a hive accessory pack. Have it come with a face hugger victim, chest burster victim, and an egg-sack attachment
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Aug 07, 2019, 01:52:22 PM
Oh, I hope so.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 07, 2019, 09:50:14 PM
As do I... I don't remember if it was posted here or if I saw it on twitter, but do you guys know that Neca is making an Alien corridor diorama piece?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Aug 07, 2019, 10:27:30 PM
I haven't seen anything. I know I had seen someone ask about an APC monitor section/crew area and got the sort of vague "possibly" on twitter.

I'd imagine they're at least think of a Alien or Aliens diorama piece considering the Predator 2 stuff sold well, and it looks like the AVP pillar sold decently enough.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 08, 2019, 10:43:47 AM
Damn it, I should've posted it then. Neca had a fan convention thingy where they met the fans, talked stuff and there they also first announced that they're making the Kenner Rhino Alien. At the end they said they're making a big Alien corridor diorama piece, like the size of the turtle building they done recently.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Aug 08, 2019, 11:58:11 AM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Aug 08, 2019, 10:43:47 AM
Damn it, I should've posted it then. Neca had a fan convention thingy where they met the fans, talked stuff and there they also first announced that they're making the Kenner Rhino Alien. At the end they said they're making a big Alien corridor diorama piece, like the size of the turtle building they done recently.
That's f**king awesome.

@misterskeezler on Instagram

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Aug 08, 2019, 04:03:52 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Aug 08, 2019, 10:43:47 AM
Damn it, I should've posted it then. Neca had a fan convention thingy where they met the fans, talked stuff and there they also first announced that they're making the Kenner Rhino Alien. At the end they said they're making a big Alien corridor diorama piece, like the size of the turtle building they done recently.

That sounds amazing - I believe you can't have too many diorama pieces (I should know as I'm working on some home-made ones to go with my Aliens and Predator pieces - plus planning on creating a fan-made story to share for fellow fans, probably make it an online photocomic)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 09, 2019, 10:29:06 AM
It is great to news. i have the Extreme Sets Nela Level 6 cardboard diorama (basically a hallway from Hadley's) and I adore it. So this is something I am gonna have to get without question.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Aug 10, 2019, 11:53:18 PM
My A:R Warrior arrived!!

(https://scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-15/e35/p1080x1080/67024112_152644065926188_8425083911485114584_n.jpg?_nc_ht=scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=3f3623575b18af33da49b271f003e311&oe=5DC95EC1&ig_cache_key=MjEwNzcyNjE1NTIwMDM3ODAzNQ%3D%3D.2)

(https://scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-15/e35/p1080x1080/66651742_2618170664900457_6893998196806420262_n.jpg?_nc_ht=scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=455878a7f3c400851cd8cd3724679782&oe=5DD0EABA&ig_cache_key=MjEwNzcyNjE1NTIwODc5NTEzNw%3D%3D.2)

(https://scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-15/e35/p1080x1080/68842936_1119939881727984_6099068363249122906_n.jpg?_nc_ht=scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=5e16d5344c2e514ca6912d355aa2f1e5&oe=5DDA71A5&ig_cache_key=MjEwNzcyNjE1NTE5MjE2NzE0OA%3D%3D.2)

(https://scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-15/e35/p1080x1080/67513712_371409976878949_8400141333457312581_n.jpg?_nc_ht=scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=6a75f6ad03b5f4b95e196fd21826802b&oe=5DDEC107&ig_cache_key=MjEwNzcyNjE1NTE5MjA3Mzk4Mw%3D%3D.2)

(https://scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-15/e35/p1080x1080/67236073_2376803212356174_4502271729674495104_n.jpg?_nc_ht=scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=3b81f07247566f66acd670b722203597&oe=5DD576A0&ig_cache_key=MjEwNzcyNjE1NTIwODkyNTY5Mw%3D%3D.2)

(https://scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-15/e35/p1080x1080/66824072_121752629144947_8163941774711429069_n.jpg?_nc_ht=scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com&oh=bc73cdce7a7bd20d9550d103868f3622&oe=5DEC684D&ig_cache_key=MjEwNzcyNjE1NTE3NTE5MTQzMA%3D%3D.2)

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Aug 11, 2019, 12:24:09 AM
Nice just ordered mine!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 11, 2019, 10:23:19 AM
Wow, looks really good. Finally, the whole quadrilogy has some beautiful alien action figures now.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Darwinsgirl on Aug 11, 2019, 02:29:45 PM

Impressive. I'll put it on the must buy list.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Aug 11, 2019, 04:32:26 PM
So excited about the Alien: Resurrection line.
Had a thought, Neca should make a Ripley Clones accessory pack - bit like the Facehuggers in the stasis tubes - but with the failed Ripley clones (such a creepy but emotional scene)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Wweyland on Aug 11, 2019, 06:59:47 PM
I want the Ripley 8 and Alien 3 Creature Pack. Doesn't look like it's available in the UK yet.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 16, 2019, 02:04:27 AM
BBTS just shipped my Newborn figure, and told me that my preorder for Ripley8 and the Resurrection Warrior should get filled in the next week or so.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Aug 16, 2019, 06:54:04 AM
The Alien Resurrection collection is fantastic!
(https://i.imgur.com/ulJn9Ik.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/XLsW1ec.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/LzHCGRC.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/FgcVzlw.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/YbiDqFW.jpg)

Here are my YouTube reviews on each figure. The figures are excellent.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCegh_AVvb3NatewD_cqCF1g/videos
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Aug 16, 2019, 11:53:23 AM
The sculpts do look really good, but tbh I'm kind of glad I don't like anything from Rez, saving myself a ton of money this go round.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Aug 16, 2019, 10:27:04 PM
Got my Resurrection Warrior!

I've been looking forward to having the first four Alien designs. Im a bit jealous of how great the Resurrection Warrior is compared to the others actually. Not my favorite design but its a great figure, the new neck joint is great too. Now I need the Covenant Alien. I hope Neca releases a movie accurate design someday.

(https://i.imgur.com/nD5PKXu.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/4hzk6na.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/AfeEgo6.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 20, 2019, 12:59:29 AM
Been having a blast with the new A:R figures.
Sorry about the pic quality, Photobucket really screws up the compression.
(https://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f291/sabres21768/F8B0AF01-0907-445F-923B-B4736497E0E2.png)
(https://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f291/sabres21768/E8B34AA6-A857-46EC-A057-DD2D80E2BBBC.jpeg)
(https://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f291/sabres21768/45816C5B-40AE-4767-A948-91CA12D78ABF.jpeg)
(https://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f291/sabres21768/87DE555F-BDFD-4AE8-AC4F-21BE51823838.png)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Aug 20, 2019, 05:15:53 AM
Good 'ol Sabres...
Love it
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 20, 2019, 10:44:18 AM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Aug 20, 2019, 05:15:53 AM
Good 'ol Sabres...
Love it
Thanks dude.
I just realized who you are, I watch all your NECA reviews on YouTube.
Great job on those.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 20, 2019, 08:22:33 PM
What's the creature in the test tube from?

Also that underwater shot is especially cool.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Aug 20, 2019, 09:33:34 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Aug 20, 2019, 08:22:33 PM
What's the creature in the test tube from?

I recognize the 'test tube creatures', they are from a McFarlaine Figures line Infernal Parade (a supernatural carnival freakshow themed line) - they were the Family of Freaks (big freak in jar, small freak in jar, and a bottle with a cut-in-half donkey head all suspended in liquid). That brings back memories.
That is a good use of them in the photo.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Aug 21, 2019, 05:54:01 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Aug 20, 2019, 10:44:18 AM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Aug 20, 2019, 05:15:53 AM
Good 'ol Sabres...
Love it
Thanks dude.
I just realized who you are, I watch all your NECA reviews on YouTube.
Great job on those.

I feel like such an amateur compared to you.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Aug 25, 2019, 03:11:55 AM
The new neck joint design needs to be in all the alien figures. Thats my biggest problem with neca aliens , lack of neck posability
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 25, 2019, 03:41:38 PM
100% agree, I like to go really dynamic with the poses of my aliens and the neck really does hinder. I was surprised that the new Warriors got great finger and knee articulation, but nothing happened with the neck. And then out of the blue we see new joints on that same neck mold with the Kenner Scorpion Alien and now the Razor Claws Arcade Alien, so I have no idea what's going on.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Aug 27, 2019, 06:29:35 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Aug 25, 2019, 03:41:38 PM
100% agree, I like to go really dynamic with the poses of my aliens and the neck really does hinder. I was surprised that the new Warriors got great finger and knee articulation, but nothing happened with the neck. And then out of the blue we see new joints on that same neck mold with the Kenner Scorpion Alien and now the Razor Claws Arcade Alien, so I have no idea what's going on.

They are...evolving.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 28, 2019, 11:34:03 AM
 :laugh:

One step closer to being the perfect organism...  ;)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Aug 29, 2019, 10:15:31 AM
Thinking of Razor Claws. Does anyone else think that they could be Xenomorphs that had gestated from a Neomorph or Deacon host - mainly due to the pointier back of the head. (The Alien: Covenant novel had a scene that involved the Xenomorph and a Neomorph fighting each other)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Sep 08, 2019, 04:38:11 AM
Loving the NECA Alien 3 creature pack.
Plus, a little NECA vs KONAMI action to start.
(https://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f291/sabres21768/4DBB2A09-3FBC-47D6-8BE5-FD9CA25F314F.jpeg)
(https://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f291/sabres21768/452B2026-9058-483A-83C6-E2529B722DC0.jpeg)
(https://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f291/sabres21768/7D20165F-40DE-4D2D-B0E2-B6C272A532D7.jpeg)
(https://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f291/sabres21768/DB741618-3E01-4CEF-9FB3-804C24CE76AA.jpeg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Oct 08, 2019, 09:20:36 AM
Looks gorgeous.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Oct 13, 2019, 06:53:14 AM
I've had several people ask me to make a video on the Neca 7 inch scale foam Space Jockey diorama. Lot of people asking how it holds up over time...3 years later it is just fine.
Compared with all other Alien/Predator dioramas/vehicles/deluxe figures.

My YouTube review of the Space Jockey.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yA4CEBhmKRw&t=1017s

Also just got the NYCC exclusive Batman vs Aliens 2 pack. This thing is great!!!

Here it is!
(https://i.imgur.com/dS8Lej1.jpg)

Here it is next to the source material.
(https://i.imgur.com/sR5J8lC.jpg)

Here they are out of the package.
(https://i.imgur.com/T0vHsxb.jpg)

Here are all of the DC vs Aliens/Predator 2 pack heroes.
(https://i.imgur.com/lBhUKK1.jpg)

Here are all of the Neca Batman universe figures they've made.
(https://i.imgur.com/fWinwHv.jpg)

Here he is next to some recent DC Collectibles figures.
(https://i.imgur.com/WDktrnf.jpg)

Here he is vs the 4 Predators from the fan film Batman Dead End featuring Batman vs Joker vs Aliens vs Predator. Great fan film!
(https://i.imgur.com/Ji6zkpq.jpg)

I believe these 3 are the exact same mold, Alien Resurrection Warrior, SDCC Superman vs Aliens Alien, NYCC Batman vs Aliens Alien.
(https://i.imgur.com/iXJW9sU.jpg)

All of the SDCC/NYCC monsters.
(https://i.imgur.com/FJTl0Os.jpg)

All of the albino Aliens.
(https://i.imgur.com/te0dpSy.jpg)

Look what the Joker found...
(https://i.imgur.com/nuiVIzM.jpg)

This is what comes next...
(https://i.imgur.com/zF4twPH.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Se8Z9bn.jpg)

He thinks he can control them...
(https://i.imgur.com/9o46cvd.jpg)

Here is my YouTube review on them if anyone is interested.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aku52D3a20A&t=424s
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Oct 13, 2019, 02:36:14 PM
Awesome! A thorough review as always. Especially didn't know the Space Jockey was so squishy.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 16, 2019, 02:13:46 PM
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Oct 16, 2019, 02:20:24 PM
I have a mighty need for this.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Oct 16, 2019, 03:01:15 PM
Damn, now that's wicked cool.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predboy on Oct 16, 2019, 04:35:19 PM
Jesus Christ that rhino alien is way too badass to pass up. Look at how massive that thing is too. God that's just a tank ready to stomp the hell out of anything.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Oct 16, 2019, 05:47:37 PM
I needs it. NEEDS IT.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: pmaz11 on Oct 16, 2019, 06:27:38 PM
That's awesome! Great to see another Kenner tribute & a new alien sculpt.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Oct 16, 2019, 08:31:29 PM
Yeah that looks amazing. Going to have to pick it up for sure.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Oct 17, 2019, 10:18:21 AM
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Oct 17, 2019, 11:21:53 AM
And they cheekily confirmed that they will be making movie Drake in time!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Oct 17, 2019, 12:04:06 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Oct 17, 2019, 11:21:53 AM
And they cheekily confirmed that they will be making movie Drake in time!

What I am patiently (almost painfully) waiting for...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: TheSailingRabbit on Oct 17, 2019, 12:31:37 PM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on Oct 17, 2019, 12:04:06 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Oct 17, 2019, 11:21:53 AM
And they cheekily confirmed that they will be making movie Drake in time!

What I am patiently (almost painfully) waiting for...

Certain pains cannot be described.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Oct 18, 2019, 10:52:47 PM
Just got the Alien 3 Creature set :)
Brilliant sculpts and details - excited to get them out of the pack. Oh no - The Queen Chestburster's hind legs are broken off (hate it when that happens)
The Dog Burster, Queen Facehugger, and dog were brilliant. Queen Chestburster looks good - but the leg damage :(

I will have to get another set to replace the Queen Chestburster. The current damaged one I will have to customize into a new creature.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Oct 19, 2019, 12:36:03 AM
Quote from: Neomorph-01 on Oct 18, 2019, 10:52:47 PM
I will have to get another set to replace the Queen Chestburster. The current damaged one I will have to customize into a new creature.

That's the spirit!  Use your disappointment as an opportunity to fuel your creativity! 

Please post some images of any WiP you may of this potential custom piece.  :)

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Oct 19, 2019, 06:24:45 AM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Oct 17, 2019, 11:21:53 AM
And they cheekily confirmed that they will be making movie Drake in time!
How so?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Oct 19, 2019, 11:12:14 AM
Randy on Twitter when answering some questions.

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1184652451007389697 (https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1184652451007389697)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Whiskeybrewer on Oct 19, 2019, 12:40:12 PM
Quote from: Neomorph-01 on Oct 18, 2019, 10:52:47 PM
Just got the Alien 3 Creature set :)
Brilliant sculpts and details - excited to get them out of the pack. Oh no - The Queen Chestburster's hind legs are broken off (hate it when that happens)
The Dog Burster, Queen Facehugger, and dog were brilliant. Queen Chestburster looks good - but the leg damage :(

I will have to get another set to replace the Queen Chestburster. The current damaged one I will have to customize into a new creature.

Do you have a figure with a big enough hole in its chest to slot it in?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Oct 20, 2019, 12:48:01 PM
That new Kenner figure is so ridiculous, stupid and cool also beautifully sculpted I must say.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 01, 2019, 03:38:15 PM
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Nov 14, 2019, 12:53:59 AM
Just got my Ultimate Dog Aliens in today!
The only difference that I can identify are: the ball joint inside the neck (so nothing you can see, the outside seems the same) has been redesigned and allows his head to go further back, which is nice when he's on all fours. His double jointed knees were redesigned. That is it.

He comes with 2 sweet Queen Chestbursters.

Here he is in the package.
(https://i.imgur.com/TupCJzH.jpg)

I did get 2 of them because...you can never have too many Aliens!
(https://i.imgur.com/lOuPAxM.jpg)

Here is his first accessory, Queen Chestburster curled up, like the logo for the film.
(https://i.imgur.com/hRlLxzi.jpg)

Here is his other accessory, Queen Chestburster for your Aliens collection.
(https://i.imgur.com/TAAHn3j.jpg)

Here he is next to all of my Dog Aliens (please Neca...no more!)
2 Ultimate, 2 Grey, 2 Brown, 2 Red Genocide, 2 Video Game, 1 McFarlane
(https://i.imgur.com/7rUs7qJ.jpg/img%5D%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3EHere%20he%20is%20next%20to%20the%20entire%20Neca%20Alien%203%20collection.%20This%20is%20the%203rd%20different%20movie%20Dog%20Alien%20release.%3Cbr%20/%3E%5Bimg%5Dhttps://i.imgur.com/MTBkZKb.jpg)

Here is my entire Neca Alien 3 collection.
(https://i.imgur.com/WB7sxd4.jpg)

Here is my YouTube review on it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Nov 15, 2019, 04:23:50 AM
Appreciate the pics and the review, thanks!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 15, 2019, 09:14:36 PM
My Ultimate Dog Alien just shipped from BBTS, I'm looking forward to it! I like the little chestbursters, especially the "logo" one. I've still got my queen chestburster that came with the old Kenner Queen Alien.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on Nov 18, 2019, 07:18:31 PM
A friend of mine got the the Alien Resurrection Deluxe Alien Queen for my birthday last month. I finally unboxed her.

(https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/75521786_10156462163555474_335698668239716352_o.jpg?_nc_cat=107&_nc_oc=AQlYnLvkkQvRJiN77026mY7L7d2gZWtziZrZShME9WU4yb1tWQqkzewy1HLjIJ5W4X0&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-2.xx&oh=da020d419471253c0453ac6fb3b4387a&oe=5E887D80)

(https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/74936939_10156462163250474_3307026162521210880_o.jpg?_nc_cat=110&_nc_oc=AQk5C_Z2N2vGp8yvHVDvSvH69RJkhowOygCT0ykbX1sEGOMg8JjrqSwu8fqNlJ5Eaco&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-2.xx&oh=9b541fc5e9c665aec58007c36bcc09d9&oe=5E488881)

(https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/p720x720/75472753_10156462163385474_9984613552226304_o.jpg?_nc_cat=107&_nc_oc=AQlEc608dsR962El96clsBoRKHjltQlwvBbn5QxLDbszXpI0uhv-EuIFRYszMY0BofQ&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-2.xx&oh=e422e1660342531062ddafb723683d3e&oe=5E4B7042)

(https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/75210240_10156459268815474_5890219545322323968_o.jpg?_nc_cat=104&_nc_oc=AQnOKVzH26gyY5HXSjpzxH5CtYX9D5J5VwnxB7Z8evXWhbW1qr6jA5inE0giCW37gIg&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-2.xx&oh=4d84b4696024406eb4ff45950c019af0&oe=5E44A4F7)

(https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/p720x720/77288128_10156459268885474_858004787793231872_o.jpg?_nc_cat=107&_nc_oc=AQnqjBDc7Tq6SjuPBW7NwJEyscFNcidaltWOCahLG_46X8idFN00hPR3d9fb09ZLHNM&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-2.xx&oh=0c17592a62e88838b2e2d16082882201&oe=5E582785)

(https://scontent-dfw5-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/p720x720/78137807_10156472362525474_543974040583274496_o.jpg?_nc_cat=100&_nc_oc=AQkoH0ON-wY55-dVxFIQmM0WI3kMVRapBeGWpV1F16ywVn0rGV2RuAeJBS50B42Iqd8&_nc_ht=scontent-dfw5-1.xx&oh=f0a53852009aa032147f43e95957ea01&oe=5E859BE1)

(https://scontent-dfw5-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/75497644_10156472362580474_8956704075861196800_o.jpg?_nc_cat=109&_nc_oc=AQlLm9gwUFbnMTiSrc6WxmYgOXRmBDYLvl-dcJ51pN1Jx1h4Yif9XWul6gtA71N34qk&_nc_ht=scontent-dfw5-1.xx&oh=e03fbe7cf1455f3d60793e193677233f&oe=5E8942FA)

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Nov 22, 2019, 11:04:45 PM
Just gorgeous, looks like an improvement on the last version.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Nov 23, 2019, 12:38:01 AM
Ya I really want one!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 23, 2019, 06:54:12 AM
Quote from: Fiendishly Inventive on Nov 22, 2019, 11:04:45 PM
Just gorgeous, looks like an improvement on the last version.
HERESY
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Nov 28, 2019, 12:47:08 AM
I really hope NECA someday considers doing the H R Giger Concept Design Alien, from Alien 3. That design Id love to own a figure of.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 28, 2019, 02:34:59 AM
Quote from: Predalien91 on Nov 28, 2019, 12:47:08 AM
I really hope NECA someday considers doing the H R Giger Concept Design Alien, from Alien 3. That design Id love to own a figure of.
If we're shooting for the moon, they should do the Brundlefly-looking Ron Cobb 'Alien' concept design.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Nov 28, 2019, 05:06:39 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Nov 28, 2019, 02:34:59 AM
Quote from: Predalien91 on Nov 28, 2019, 12:47:08 AM
I really hope NECA someday considers doing the H R Giger Concept Design Alien, from Alien 3. That design Id love to own a figure of.
If we're shooting for the moon, they should do the Brundlefly-looking Ron Cobb 'Alien' concept design.
You just answered a question to somthing I forgot about. I remember seeing that design years ago but couldn't remember who designed it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Nov 28, 2019, 02:48:04 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Nov 28, 2019, 02:34:59 AM
Quote from: Predalien91 on Nov 28, 2019, 12:47:08 AM
I really hope NECA someday considers doing the H R Giger Concept Design Alien, from Alien 3. That design Id love to own a figure of.
If we're shooting for the moon, they should do the Brundlefly-looking Ron Cobb 'Alien' concept design.

I'd buy that.

Quote from: Predalien91 on Nov 28, 2019, 05:06:39 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Nov 28, 2019, 02:34:59 AM
Quote from: Predalien91 on Nov 28, 2019, 12:47:08 AM
I really hope NECA someday considers doing the H R Giger Concept Design Alien, from Alien 3. That design Id love to own a figure of.
If we're shooting for the moon, they should do the Brundlefly-looking Ron Cobb 'Alien' concept design.
You just answered a question to somthing I forgot about. I remember seeing that design years ago but couldn't remember who designed it.

There's been some custom pieces of it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Nov 28, 2019, 05:02:53 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Nov 28, 2019, 02:48:04 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Nov 28, 2019, 02:34:59 AM
Quote from: Predalien91 on Nov 28, 2019, 12:47:08 AM
I really hope NECA someday considers doing the H R Giger Concept Design Alien, from Alien 3. That design Id love to own a figure of.
If we're shooting for the moon, they should do the Brundlefly-looking Ron Cobb 'Alien' concept design.

I'd buy that.

Quote from: Predalien91 on Nov 28, 2019, 05:06:39 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Nov 28, 2019, 02:34:59 AM
Quote from: Predalien91 on Nov 28, 2019, 12:47:08 AM
I really hope NECA someday considers doing the H R Giger Concept Design Alien, from Alien 3. That design Id love to own a figure of.
If we're shooting for the moon, they should do the Brundlefly-looking Ron Cobb 'Alien' concept design.
You just answered a question to somthing I forgot about. I remember seeing that design years ago but couldn't remember who designed it.

There's been some custom pieces of it.
(https://i2.wp.com/bloody-disgusting.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/alien-3.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 28, 2019, 06:47:04 PM
If Neca can keep a hold on the license, I wouldn't be surprised if they get to the Alien 3 concept alien eventually. Like in 10 years.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Nov 29, 2019, 01:42:20 AM
I think someday we will see the Alien 3 Concept figure. It'll be down the line but it's a huge possibility. As for the Ron Cobb version that'll be somthing that will be asked for, for years like the Van Dam Predator. But pushed off and unconsidered though because unless you're a hardcore fan you won't be familiar with.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Dec 08, 2019, 02:38:30 AM
My priority as I've said before, is a screen accurate Covenant Alien, Neomorph and the other forms of the Abomination.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Dec 09, 2019, 05:15:34 AM
Quote from: Fiendishly Inventive on Dec 08, 2019, 02:38:30 AM
My priority as I've said before, is a screen accurate Covenant Alien, Neomorph and the other forms of the Abomination.

Same. I like Necas Neomorph more since it was based off the suit but I hope we get a movie accurate one of it eventully. I also want the Deacon re done to with Swappable heads.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Dec 09, 2019, 02:34:41 PM
I much prefer the film design of the Neomorph, it's just superior- especially the way the mouth operates is nightmarish, although the concept version is almost identical to what it's like at the penultimate stage though, and with modification can represent it excellently. As for the Deacon, it can already close it's mouth and the articulation is already very good, more than it deserves.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Dec 28, 2019, 01:38:06 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EM0-VrRWoAE-R4Z?format=jpg&name=large)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EM0-VrWXkAIUl9A?format=jpg&name=large)

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1210692437812879360?s=20

I have no room yet I must buy!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Dec 28, 2019, 03:08:15 PM
Even as someone who's really not into the Kennerisation of the Alien, that is, gorgeous.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Dec 28, 2019, 05:11:07 PM
Are there any comparison pics between that rhino figure and a normal xeno?

@misterskeezler on Instagram

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Dec 28, 2019, 07:51:19 PM
I don't think so, but you could get an idea of its size from the SDCC(?) pics. It's massive compared to a Jungle Hunter style body if I remember right.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Dec 28, 2019, 07:57:25 PM
Randy said it's almost 12 inches tall when standing.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Dec 28, 2019, 08:21:23 PM
But enough about me, here are a couple of those pics Joker was referencing:

(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/07/SDCC-2019-NECA-Alien-and-Predator-001-928x483.jpg)

(https://assets1.ignimgs.com/2019/07/18/img-7500-1563429905454.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jan 11, 2020, 11:05:48 AM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EN9ExwWX4AE5_ZC?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1215766050836557826?s=20
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 11, 2020, 06:24:44 PM
*sat waiting patiently for his Bull*
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jan 12, 2020, 02:34:37 PM
I've got to imagine Bull is next up after this. It's the most popular Kenner Alien they haven't done yet.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 13, 2020, 05:40:46 AM
It is most likely I believe.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Jan 13, 2020, 10:11:39 PM
Does anyone here know if there is a website that sells Necas alien figures like the alien queen deluxe or hadleys hope alien, alien vs predator one etc and ships to sweden?

Not amazon as we here in sweden cant buy from there. Tried ebay but most sellers are selling asian knock offs :/
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 14, 2020, 03:22:13 PM
Because I am not strong enough to resist, I just bought replacement parts for my MAFEX (Bipedal) Alien, the NECA Ultimate (Quadrupedal) Alien, and it's Creature Pack.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 50percentJoe on Jan 18, 2020, 12:35:28 AM
Has anyone else bought the Kenner homage Apone figure? I recently picked one up for use in making a movie style Apone, but I was just kind of baffled at the promo pics being a bit more misleading than I expected. I mean paint aps aren't usually as nice, but his torso sculpt is considerably different. Its got a fabric like texture to it and an ab joint that was totally absent in all the promo pics.

(https://i.imgur.com/HXtY5eX.png)

Not a bad baffled though, if anything I'd say the end product has more articulation than I expected and the additional sculpted detail makes the shirt look nicer.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 18, 2020, 09:12:07 AM
Absolutely, big improvement.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 18, 2020, 06:29:31 PM
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jan 18, 2020, 06:30:45 PM
I have nowhere to put a box that big.

I have to have it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 19, 2020, 07:18:05 PM
Already have the packaging? I guess he's not as far off from being released as I had though?

I kind of hope him and Alpha Pred come out at the same time.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 20, 2020, 12:45:35 PM
Now because I've got the rest of the lifecycle, I'm very tempted to get the Alien Queen, self restraint...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jan 20, 2020, 12:59:04 PM
Do it.

Just don't be like me and lose the stand.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 20, 2020, 01:05:16 PM
I'll remember that.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jan 21, 2020, 05:15:39 PM
Ide like the queen but too expensive and no space to put it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Jan 23, 2020, 01:32:08 PM
I'm wondering about that myself.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jan 26, 2020, 10:36:14 PM
Apparently there has been some news via Twitter about the alien 40th anniversary collection. NECA  has implied that they have likeness rights to all seven actors. Not confirmed. Apparently there will be three waves of three figures, one exclusive to Walmart, one exclusive to target, and one exclusive to specialty retailers.
TNI has a nice article with pics on this.
https://news.toyark.com/2020/01/25/preview-of-necas-alien-40th-anniversary-assortment-376985

So we know for 100% certainty that we are getting 3 different sets of 3, Target, Wal-Mart, "Specialty" Realtors. First set of 3 is a new Ripley in jumpsuit, Concept Alien presumably on the Ultimate Big Chap body, and a rerelease of sorts of Dallas in spacesuit.
(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/01/NECA-alien-40th-Teaser-2.jpg)

We KNOW we are getting a Brett and Parker in regular clothing. That accounts for 2 more of the remaining 6 figures.
It appears we are getting a bloodied up Big Chap possibly?
(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/01/NECA-alien-40th-Teaser-1.jpg)
If that's the case, that leaves 5 more figures.
They implied Ash and Kane were possible. I'd say 100% guaranteed to get Kane in space suit and Ash in regular clothing.
Leaving 3 more. I'd pray to GOD that it's Lambert, Dallas, and Kane in regular clothing.
Then my collection would truely be complete.
Also some hypersleep chambers...


Thankfully the Ultimate Big Chap is  separate single release on top of the 9 other figures.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 03, 2020, 09:05:57 AM
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: HuDaFuK on Feb 03, 2020, 10:49:33 AM
I ain't much for figures... but I might actually get a Ripley.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 03, 2020, 01:35:42 PM
I've always struggled with the human ones. They just never look as good in person. The actual creatures always look fantastic though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Feb 04, 2020, 01:32:50 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Feb 03, 2020, 01:35:42 PM
I've always struggled with the human ones. They just never look as good in person. The actual creatures always look fantastic though.

Yeah theirs a certain likeness that's gotta be nailed.  Plus certain expressions look awkward sometimes. I like this new Ripley just not a fan of that fish mouth of hers.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 04, 2020, 03:48:19 PM
I dunno about that head sculpt, she's got kind of a vacant, glassy stare.

Also I could have sworn Jones' cat carrier opened from the top, not the front.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 04, 2020, 03:58:11 PM
The likeness is there but I'm not like the dopey open mouthed look. I don't have the first version though so I'll probably end up with her.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 04, 2020, 04:45:54 PM
I double-checked ad the cat carrier did open from the top.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Feb 04, 2020, 05:40:03 PM
Can Jonesy even fit in there?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Feb 04, 2020, 05:42:23 PM
Probably why he looks so nervous. :P
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Feb 04, 2020, 06:12:14 PM
Makes sense. We know Xenos don't make Jonesy nervous.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Feb 04, 2020, 07:56:49 PM
The shot of Ripley carrying it shows Jonesy inside, but I imagine it's going to be one of those fiddly situations people can't be bothered dealing with and he gets left there forever :D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Feb 04, 2020, 08:30:55 PM
Hmm. No there's some kind of magic going on. The third pic shows the door as clear. But the second shot shows the door closed with nothing inside, yet something Jonesy color is floating above that clear door, too big to be a tail tip.

(https://media.tenor.com/images/76b9b885cb8761a9e462f9cd514bab89/tenor.gif)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Feb 22, 2020, 04:17:49 PM
New from NECA at Toy Fair:

(https://i0.wp.com/bloody-disgusting.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/alien3.jpg)

(https://i2.wp.com/bloody-disgusting.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/alien2.jpg)

(https://i0.wp.com/bloody-disgusting.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/alien1.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 22, 2020, 04:41:55 PM
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Feb 22, 2020, 05:38:28 PM
Well, l buy all of it.

@misterskeezler on Instagram

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vark_ on Feb 22, 2020, 05:58:02 PM
HOT news indeed, I was on my way to post'em here as soon as they appeared on social media but it seems I was too late !
These prototypes' likenesses look amazing, although we all have to remember they are upscaled for practical sculpting reasons (11" or so, the final molds will be reduced into 7", so we'll lose some details).

Definitely getting some of them -if not all- anyway  ;D...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Feb 22, 2020, 11:56:24 PM
The new Ripley looks awful, won't be getting that... Why are they making her with an open mouth when they clearly don't know how to do that right. I hope the other headsculpt is better in person. All the other characters look wonderful, surprised at how good Parker and Brett turned out, they are really tempting. I'm beautifully surprised that they got Ash's and Kane's likeness, wasn't expecting that.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kane's other son on Feb 24, 2020, 04:03:41 PM
Parker's skin colour looked way better in last year's prototype.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 27, 2020, 10:04:34 PM
After getting Mafex's Alien this holds no interest for me.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Feb 28, 2020, 12:39:59 AM
I'd like to see Lambert in her regular clothes - with the green coat.

The Alien & Lambert figures displayed together would look good.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Feb 28, 2020, 06:08:13 AM
Collection is getting amazing! Only need Dallas, Lambert, & Kane in regular clothes. So close!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Feb 28, 2020, 10:09:50 AM
Since they have the rights now and it's the 40th anniversary line, they might just do that IMO, wouldn't be surprised, but very slowly of course.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 28, 2020, 11:21:33 AM
Quote from: Fiendishly Inventive on Feb 27, 2020, 10:04:34 PM
After getting Mafex's Alien this holds no interest for me.

I have the Mafex as well and it's NO WHERE near worth the money.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Feb 28, 2020, 12:55:40 PM
Neither are any of Neca's Big Chaps. They've been going for years and aren't anywhere closer to getting the face right.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 28, 2020, 12:58:11 PM
eh, granted I don't own any big chaps I'd say $20 - $30 is a lot easier to stomach than $60 - $80
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Feb 28, 2020, 01:01:21 PM
The $60-80 one looks more accurate and has better articulation.

Depends on what you're after, I guess. I'd be more forgiving of the Neca figures if they weren't trying to pass as a specific design.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Feb 28, 2020, 06:20:57 PM
Yeah Im happy with the accuracy and price of neca. Better than Mcfarlane in accuracy and articulation. Not wallet destroying like Mafex, which I think I saw that FI had to buy replacement parts for already. At that price you shouldnt have those issues.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 29, 2020, 01:15:47 AM
Quote from: SiL on Feb 28, 2020, 01:01:21 PM
The $60-80 one looks more accurate and has better articulation.

Depends on what you're after, I guess. I'd be more forgiving of the Neca figures if they weren't trying to pass as a specific design.
I'd be more forgiving of the Mafex if it was bigger and didn't come apart every time I move it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Old One on Feb 29, 2020, 03:48:14 AM
I got lucky with the replacement, people apparently either got a really good figure, or got a really bad one. Yes to me, it's worth it, especially since I got a complete refund for the first one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 01, 2020, 02:19:13 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Feb 29, 2020, 01:15:47 AM
Quote from: SiL on Feb 28, 2020, 01:01:21 PM
The $60-80 one looks more accurate and has better articulation.

Depends on what you're after, I guess. I'd be more forgiving of the Neca figures if they weren't trying to pass as a specific design.
I'd be more forgiving of the Mafex if it was bigger and didn't come apart every time I move it.
Sounds like I wasn't the only one who got a dud Mafex Alien.

It's a shame because I've got other Mafex figures and they're fantastic.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Mar 03, 2020, 09:15:59 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Mar 01, 2020, 02:19:13 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Feb 29, 2020, 01:15:47 AM
Quote from: SiL on Feb 28, 2020, 01:01:21 PM
The $60-80 one looks more accurate and has better articulation.

Depends on what you're after, I guess. I'd be more forgiving of the Neca figures if they weren't trying to pass as a specific design.
I'd be more forgiving of the Mafex if it was bigger and didn't come apart every time I move it.
Sounds like I wasn't the only one who got a dud Mafex Alien.

It's a shame because I've got other Mafex figures and they're fantastic.

Yeah, I actually bought 2, and one was good, one was bad... I've also had some really nice Mafex figures, but some of the older ones fall apart like crazy also, not sure what happened with the Alien...
The good one is decent, can come apart, but not easily. The bad one comes apart by looking at it, you cannot move anything without the entire body crumbling apart (waste, both legs, all tubes on back, head, EVERYTHING).
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Mar 09, 2020, 02:43:46 PM
Don't know if this holds any truth. So I've seen or heard the Ultimate Big Chap is in select Targets right now, but is delayed for several other places and is facing delays because of the Corona Virus?

I ordered mine on BBTS.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 09, 2020, 05:24:25 PM
The shipments that have hit certain Targets were basically flukes that managed to clear the ports before the virus started delaying everything. Not even the NECA eBay or Amazons stores have gotten their stock yet.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Dingbat on Mar 14, 2020, 03:43:15 PM
I've got a question about the figures, does using masking tape on them make the paint come off? I'm trying to find a way to animate one with stopmotion and I can't figure out how to hold it in place given that it's quite stiff.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 16, 2020, 03:27:26 PM
You should be fine if you haven't repainted them.
Wall tac also works pretty well, I used it to hold my queen up before getting her a base.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Dingbat on Mar 17, 2020, 06:51:49 PM
Thanks, that's great to hear, I'd hate to damage my boi in any way.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Mar 25, 2020, 06:16:35 AM
So here he is...the Ultimate Big Chap. I stumbled upon 2 at a Target. I had wanted 4 of them since they were announced, so I went to another Target...and another and another and found 2 more.
(https://i.imgur.com/r9h8l2O.jpg)

Here he is out of the package.
(https://i.imgur.com/HHvmU3X.jpg)

His dome has a ridged skull underneath, it looks great!
(https://i.imgur.com/b5zsNrt.jpg)

Here's the Alien egg next to the Aliens egg.
(https://i.imgur.com/GGR6XQK.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/9uUxmdJ.jpg)

Here's the Alien Facehugger next to the Aliens, Alien 3, and Alien Covenant face huggers.
(https://i.imgur.com/Lrbxz8r.jpg)

Here's the Alien Chestburster with the Aliens, Alien 3, and Alien Covenant versions.
(https://i.imgur.com/mcbvNsT.jpg)

Here he is next to the original Big Chap.
Differences are top part of head, arms (barely), and the legs/knees.
Articulation is perhaps great, but mostly the same.
(https://i.imgur.com/BI5aqjW.jpg)

My entire Big Chap collection.
(https://i.imgur.com/6yXSrHY.jpg)

My YouTube review on him.


And...Kenner Drake and Rhino are officially on the Neca calendar for April 14th.
http://necaonline.com/events/2020-04/
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Mar 25, 2020, 12:58:29 PM
Thanks, always look forward to your reviews. And thanks for the heads up about the Kenner guys.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on Mar 27, 2020, 12:22:57 AM
I'm gonna hold out till mine gets mailed out. I like how you called it the Covid19 Alien in your review. When this ends I will always remember it as the one that got held up because of the Virus. I ordered mine from BBTS.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: slaysaliens on Apr 01, 2020, 06:38:46 AM
Bit of a lurker, don't post too much, never posted pics.  Tried my hand at taking a couple w/ my new LED display lights.  This was fun, enjoy!

No filter, just my display light:

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/tLr2nb1eH5JKgVV_l-tz1LrRTwaKrMn5uaiSV-J8InQj9Fn1SCntMSG3HVY2YYibG469i6xHv745g3qQmd7Vwt7Q-vxTI84FzygrcAxe5cVIlu3ZmTuWqAcwOcSYeWH8MiSYiIXOMw=w2400)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/tG4KRa37BnBFLmB3J6ae7VWhQHLn8ILfP7FJiKFAA8_SDMt7aC7JwApm3vB7QDhXf8fEj96TLQGgjhI_SzwPHmun7tNM5OxlSfVnCDX-9BeTffkokvm5sqsRWMByPqRznffrkcZ4=w2400)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/sDsxNiCv_roYLujitGZQkOKCkEJ-JJIOlSzbJuv4n0mItt8h_qOWXPel-WLkiJIw1dXfUt43RJN-mc9BNofh5CeAiMf1Id8bRaexfe0brIOvAzaaA5klP25AvbhAhcSO6VogAwKMAA=w2400)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/TcuviWSYOvMxq5PJ2nQZciQQGocmXJa-ePSuxT6231o4zt-5aT5Zbu8FjKkxZlrf_uSw4_A5ZN09NdnssvFeLI43VMQF_dGVG3ipmHimQQnLH9Y-pz4fNdv9vqcpysLvBrmnmdxvyA=w2400)

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Apr 02, 2020, 12:59:56 PM
Wow, that looks really nice. Making dioramas and photos of our figures is so much fun!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Apr 02, 2020, 04:53:55 PM
I'm currently working on my Batman vs Predator/ Batman Dead End  alley Diorama.  It is fitted for Detolf  cabinet. I have both side walls ready and currently working on background  piece.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Apr 07, 2020, 10:54:25 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Apr 02, 2020, 12:59:56 PM
Wow, that looks really nice. Making dioramas and photos of our figures is so much fun!
I totally agree. I am working on a diorama based on the hived atmosphere processor in Aliens - with lights as part of it. I am planning on fire lighting from (off camera) flickering candle LED lights - looking forward to seeing the results.
I will post some pics soon (I hope)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Apr 13, 2020, 10:38:32 PM
Picked up the ultimate Big Chap today while at Target. It's a step up from the original so I'm happy I grabbed it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Apr 14, 2020, 03:21:37 AM
Got the Neca Kenner Rhino and Drake in. Both figures are pretty nice, I rate them both a 7.5 out of 10. Hopefully we will get a movie Drake figure soon, about 18 months ago Neca was talking to the actor...*fingers crossed*

Here is the Rhino in the package.
(https://i.imgur.com/ZsSmoiS.jpg)

I did get 2 of them, here they are out of the package.
(https://i.imgur.com/6GDYE4s.jpg)

Here he is with my entire Neca Kenner Xenomorph collection.
(https://i.imgur.com/bHLT037.jpg)

Here is the Rhino next to some other deluxe figures, Newborn, Assassin Predator, and the Powerloader.
(https://i.imgur.com/9si0fVa.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/la0FWZH.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/VTfJmA3.jpg)

Here is my YouTube review on Rhino.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FaJqNYk2pW8&t=18s

Here is Drake in the package.
(https://i.imgur.com/HTkDIeg.jpg)

Here he is out of the package.
(https://i.imgur.com/TGtrI6U.jpg)

Here he is with his accessories and harness removed. This is not supposed to come off, I got it off, but ripped the glued part, and shows a gap in his torso, it is not meant to come off.
(https://i.imgur.com/NOLZjTf.jpg)

Here he is with my crappy, unfinished custom movie Drake.
(https://i.imgur.com/20TyFiC.jpg)

Here is the entire collection of Neca Kenner Space Marines. Bring on Hicks, Hudson, Bishop, O'Maley, & Atax!
(https://i.imgur.com/peXqNBn.jpg)

Here he is with a bunch of smartgunners.
(https://i.imgur.com/Qe0cwFG.jpg)

He is Drake and Vasquez...if only it was the movie version.
(https://i.imgur.com/dWPd4Xz.jpg/img%5D%3Cbr%20/%3E%3Cbr%20/%3EHere%20they%20are%20taking%20out%20a%20couple%20Aliens.%3Cbr%20/%3E%5Bimg%5Dhttps://i.imgur.com/dyZazKk.jpg)

Here are the Kenner Apone and Drake figures next to the 8 movie figures they've released. Placeholders for now...
(https://i.imgur.com/zGzjNHo.jpg)

Here is my YouTube review on Drake.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpTd9YXpWHg
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Apr 14, 2020, 09:42:46 AM
I love how quickly you make these videos when the new figures come out. A review of them really helps me make a decision if they're worth buying but not miss out on them at the same time.

Yeah, I think it's a factory error for Drake, the thing about the smartgun arm. Maybe try looking at the official photos on Neca's site or the Toy fair photos by Toyark?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Apr 22, 2020, 11:24:54 PM
Got the Kenner Rhino at my local Target! I actually expected the figure to cost around $40-$50 so I was pleasantly surprised when it was $34. Super sweet figure and I'm hyped about it! Nice timing as well with Alien Day right around the corner.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Apr 26, 2020, 10:08:52 AM
Everything in Canada is closed besides Walmart and I don't think they ever had Neca stuff and I. It's on amazon now for $75 pluse 30 shipping. Its should be illegal to sell things at a higher price, their should be set price for everything and people should not be allowed to resell the first year after release. I'll wait and get it from eb.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 26, 2020, 02:03:47 PM
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 26, 2020, 02:15:48 PM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Apr 14, 2020, 03:21:37 AM
Got the Neca Kenner Rhino and Drake in.
Where did you buy the Rhino Alien from? BBTS has the preorder listed as shipping in May.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Apr 27, 2020, 01:58:19 AM
I'm kinda disappointed with the Ultimate Big Chap. Are the elbows not supposed to swivel? Or are the joints just stiff on my figure?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Apr 27, 2020, 06:19:18 AM
Did an Alien Day YouTube collection video. HUGE Alien, Predator, Engineer, Marine, & Weyland Yutani armies. INSANE ARMY BUILDING!


I shot 2 videos, one shorter version (8 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BMvrGk3hGn0&t=314s

One longer version (24 minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RA3BKro-jJQ
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 27, 2020, 07:29:59 AM

I found the Rhino Alien at Target yesterday, and holy goddamn is it awesome.

It's missing one point of articulation on the back legs that would be useful for stability - I get why they cut it because it lets the sculpt be more faithful to the Kenner toy, but I'd have been okay with them compromising on that so they could put the articulation in.

I also kinda wish it had big stompy feet like the Kenner toy but I suspect they did it this way so they could reuse the mold for a Bull Alien.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Apr 30, 2020, 08:07:37 PM
I'm so looking forward to getting myself a Rhino Xenomorph (I like the look, but I will have to paint it in film colours - a fun project), and it looks like it's got a good size - for extra menace.
I really do hope Neca creates the Bull Xenomorph next (both Bull and Rhino I used to own from the Kenner line - good memories)
Neca has made some great updates to the classic Kenner designs.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Bilbo5000 on May 06, 2020, 12:01:47 AM
Quote from: Neomorph-01 on Apr 30, 2020, 08:07:37 PM
I'm so looking forward to getting myself a Rhino Xenomorph (I like the look, but I will have to paint it in film colours - a fun project), and it looks like it's got a good size - for extra menace.
I really do hope Neca creates the Bull Xenomorph next (both Bull and Rhino I used to own from the Kenner line - good memories)
Neca has made some great updates to the classic Kenner designs.
Totally agree...Can't wait for  my Target to get the Rhino. dHunter333's review only made me want it more. Thank You ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: GQSioux on May 07, 2020, 03:45:29 AM
He's a beauty! Mine arrived today.

(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/95771145_10156950436755474_4549591417076318208_o.jpg?_nc_cat=101&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_oc=AQllRuW5jizbVigGd4ZdTtPMpKhuE_sRQ_AXeIIQgahyiSu29YnENwW4d2tXZ6oWTFA&_nc_ht=scontent-lax3-1.xx&oh=8c1e760f524bc29faa4601a89e739b56&oe=5EDAE897)

(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/95218307_10156950436840474_7435023426613411840_o.jpg?_nc_cat=110&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_oc=AQmfdT3kHmEG5dgfPgpKJK7QOImM2HrpTi1xe5MI8NIvTeY01R-p4f1Gd6om0vFLgdY&_nc_ht=scontent-lax3-1.xx&oh=cf8c543362553b1f254d2d48c7e33534&oe=5ED93C22)

(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/96136650_10156950436885474_7931828147782156288_o.jpg?_nc_cat=105&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_oc=AQl8EYdBREzCstK_wZkvR38wD0UkrDm5UPT3aY5EkQ4A_1TGrN_lQjwpM-WSuzgyLHg&_nc_ht=scontent-lax3-1.xx&oh=7c7a88b76c9482ea3fcf52f28f32bf35&oe=5ED9CDB8)

(https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/96234636_10156950530605474_1281475858665570304_o.jpg?_nc_cat=102&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_oc=AQkBcTyGjajBt4Q-FOdVYbIIOY039uapu14H4-Eq8elAh-PeoqvgcoSHrk_zXxw-vgw&_nc_ht=scontent-lax3-1.xx&oh=f620e92d21de3fa2f261cc278028f9df&oe=5ED93445)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on May 09, 2020, 03:32:28 PM
Picked these bad boys up on ebay. I should have started getting them earlier but my goal is to display them with the kenner versions I still have from my childhood. The Rhino is amazing looking, I need that too lol.

(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/rWQAAOSwShhetQvv/s-l1600.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 09, 2020, 06:41:25 PM
I'm still trying to find my Gorilla Alien, I've got it in a box somewhere but I haven't tracked it down yet.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on May 10, 2020, 05:10:22 PM
I missed out on getting the Gorilla during that wave. I held off on buying it because it was more expensive than the Mantis and Queen Face Hugger, and of course the next time I checked Amazon it was over £100. Now I'm left wishing I'd just bitten the bullet and bought it when I had the chance.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 12, 2020, 03:56:50 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 09, 2020, 06:41:25 PM
I'm still trying to find my Gorilla Alien, I've got it in a box somewhere but I haven't tracked it down yet.
UPDATE I have found my Gorilla Alien, it is still as awesome as I remember.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on May 14, 2020, 12:31:24 AM
Thinking of getting that ultimate big chap even though I have a couple variants already
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 14, 2020, 02:08:33 AM
Quote from: Deathbearer on May 14, 2020, 12:31:24 AM
Thinking of getting that ultimate big chap even though I have a couple variants already
I'm still waiting for my preorder to ship from BBTS, it keeps getting delayed.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predalien91 on May 14, 2020, 06:36:25 PM
I cancelled my pre order at BBTS. Found the Rhino Alien at Wal-Mart of all places.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on May 16, 2020, 03:06:56 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 14, 2020, 02:08:33 AM
Quote from: Deathbearer on May 14, 2020, 12:31:24 AM
Thinking of getting that ultimate big chap even though I have a couple variants already
I'm still waiting for my preorder to ship from BBTS, it keeps getting delayed.

It is on Amazon right now (or was when I got it about a month ago.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predboy on May 17, 2020, 03:05:08 PM
Quote from: 426Buddy on May 09, 2020, 03:32:28 PM
Picked these bad boys up on ebay. I should have started getting them earlier but my goal is to display them with the kenner versions I still have from my childhood. The Rhino is amazing looking, I need that too lol.

(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/rWQAAOSwShhetQvv/s-l1600.jpg)

I think I will forever keep kicking myself for not getting the gorilla when I had the chance at retail stores. I still remember holding it and then placing it back on the shelf. -_-
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on May 17, 2020, 06:23:11 PM
Quote from: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on May 16, 2020, 03:06:56 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 14, 2020, 02:08:33 AM
Quote from: Deathbearer on May 14, 2020, 12:31:24 AM
Thinking of getting that ultimate big chap even though I have a couple variants already
I'm still waiting for my preorder to ship from BBTS, it keeps getting delayed.

It is on Amazon right now (or was when I got it about a month ago.

I was actually going to skip the Ultimate Big Chap but I found one in Walmart of all places while I was grabbing some other things.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 18, 2020, 12:37:23 AM
Quote from: JokersWarPig on May 17, 2020, 06:23:11 PM
Quote from: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on May 16, 2020, 03:06:56 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 14, 2020, 02:08:33 AM
Quote from: Deathbearer on May 14, 2020, 12:31:24 AM
Thinking of getting that ultimate big chap even though I have a couple variants already
I'm still waiting for my preorder to ship from BBTS, it keeps getting delayed.

It is on Amazon right now (or was when I got it about a month ago.

I was actually going to skip the Ultimate Big Chap but I found one in Walmart of all places while I was grabbing some other things.
The extras included make it worth a purchase.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on May 18, 2020, 09:50:40 PM
Walmart Canada doesn't seem to sell Neca toys, the only place here are comic book and record stores and eb games usually has them.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on May 19, 2020, 11:56:58 PM
Got my Rhino Alien today!

This thing is a beast! Neca has gone next level with this figure, the sculpt is crazy detailed and the articulation is great. But what really surprised me the most is how sturdy and well built it is. Nothing on this figure feels weak or like its going to break like other Neca aliens. Its a gem in my collection and now my favorite Neca figure. They took such a silly premise and really hit a home run imo.

Also a surprise was that all the joints weren't stuck and frozen with paint. They were snug but moved with no issues.

p.s This thing is huge!

(https://i.imgur.com/43I3R9F.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fsuVBMh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/cvILAMQ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fiU5tNA.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on May 23, 2020, 03:39:57 PM
Got my gorilla and mantis aliens and got the kenners all set how I want. I have to say i'm pretty suprised how much I love them, they really hit a nostaliga sweet spot and I love the re-designs.

(https://i.imgur.com/u2Tf94Q.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/9NviHNI.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 25, 2020, 05:19:39 PM
I'm struggling to get my Mantis to stand. He's been the worse one I've had so far in terms of that. But that's looking good, Buddy!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on May 26, 2020, 10:18:31 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 25, 2020, 05:19:39 PM
I'm struggling to get my Mantis to stand. He's been the worse one I've had so far in terms of that. But that's looking good, Buddy!
Ah so it's not just my Mantis Xenos that have difficulty standing (they do after some delicate posing). I'm thinking about making some transparent stand to support them for poses.
Sometimes posing the Xenos can have one topple over, leading to a domino effect - not very menacing looking.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 26, 2020, 04:24:48 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 25, 2020, 05:19:39 PM
I'm struggling to get my Mantis to stand. He's been the worse one I've had so far in terms of that. But that's looking good, Buddy!
Does yours have super loose leg joints that can't support the weight of the figure? Because that's how mine is.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: RakaiThwei on May 26, 2020, 08:40:01 PM
So, I found and purchased the Batman/ALIENS two-pack over at the Walmart in West Berlin, NJ! I wasn't even really expecting to find it along with the Green Lantern/Sinestro Corps Predator pack over there, but I found the two and they were lying there waiting for someone to pick them up. So I had to pick between the two of them, and I wound up getting this one-- more so for the Batman. Although the Joker Alien is indeed a unique figure in that it's actually a Jokerized Xenomorph!

(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FER8ZxT5.png&hash=bc4416ef74fc7e3361ab5818560381148e65abde)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Bilbo5000 on May 26, 2020, 09:55:03 PM
Quote from: 426Buddy on May 19, 2020, 11:56:58 PM
Got my Rhino Alien today!

This thing is a beast! Neca has gone next level with this figure, the sculpt is crazy detailed and the articulation is great. But what really surprised me the most is how sturdy and well built it is. Nothing on this figure feels weak or like its going to break like other Neca aliens. Its a gem in my collection and now my favorite Neca figure.
They took such a silly premise and really hit a home run imo.

Also a surprise was that all the joints weren't stuck and frozen with paint. They were snug but moved with no issues.

p.s This thing is huge!

(https://i.imgur.com/43I3R9F.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fsuVBMh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/cvILAMQ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fiU5tNA.jpg)
I've been hunting for the rhino for weeks, your description just made me want it more!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on May 27, 2020, 12:19:49 AM
Got it from Necas ebay store. ;)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jun 05, 2020, 06:12:02 PM
My Rhino arrived today from Amazon and wow, it really is a thing of beauty!

It looks fantastic, and it's big too! Not so much "bigger than I was expecting" or anything since I knew from the get-go that it was going to be bigger than their average figures, but seeing it in person it's definitely very impressive. The sculpting is fantastic and the colours look just as good as they do in all the photos.

Awesome, awesome figure, I'm glad I nabbed it when I did so as to avoid the disappointment of missing out and having to potentially pay exorbitant after market prices to pick it up down the line.

*checks the Amazon price for the Gorilla Alien again, sheds tear*
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Ivan The Insect on Jun 05, 2020, 06:25:22 PM
Quote from: 426Buddy on May 19, 2020, 11:56:58 PM
Got my Rhino Alien today!

This thing is a beast! Neca has gone next level with this figure, the sculpt is crazy detailed and the articulation is great. But what really surprised me the most is how sturdy and well built it is. Nothing on this figure feels weak or like its going to break like other Neca aliens. Its a gem in my collection and now my favorite Neca figure. They took such a silly premise and really hit a home run imo.

Also a surprise was that all the joints weren't stuck and frozen with paint. They were snug but moved with no issues.

p.s This thing is huge!

(https://i.imgur.com/43I3R9F.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fsuVBMh.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/cvILAMQ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fiU5tNA.jpg)
(https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/1b0cdc8f-c2e3-4771-9e32-bbb56af5e026/dctze4j-143a4454-a38b-4bba-a754-f8dd5c7aef6c.png/v1/fill/w_1280,h_1920,strp/_sfm__doom_slayer_in_the_style_of_ssbu_s_renders_by_dekanai_dctze4j-fullview.png?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOiIsImlzcyI6InVybjphcHA6Iiwib2JqIjpbW3siaGVpZ2h0IjoiPD0xOTIwIiwicGF0aCI6IlwvZlwvMWIwY2RjOGYtYzJlMy00NzcxLTllMzItYmJiNTZhZjVlMDI2XC9kY3R6ZTRqLTE0M2E0NDU0LWEzOGItNGJiYS1hNzU0LWY4ZGQ1YzdhZWY2Yy5wbmciLCJ3aWR0aCI6Ijw9MTI4MCJ9XV0sImF1ZCI6WyJ1cm46c2VydmljZTppbWFnZS5vcGVyYXRpb25zIl19.-9Htap8Ing1uPC_4H6ya_Mbtn3y65HBNdQ-axY3UMEQ)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jun 05, 2020, 07:21:29 PM
Quote from: Kailem on Jun 05, 2020, 06:12:02 PM
My Rhino arrived today from Amazon and wow, it really is a thing of beauty!

It looks fantastic, and it's big too! Not so much "bigger than I was expecting" or anything since I knew from the get-go that it was going to be bigger than their average figures, but seeing it in person it's definitely very impressive. The sculpting is fantastic and the colours look just as good as they do in all the photos.

Awesome, awesome figure, I'm glad I nabbed it when I did so as to avoid the disappointment of missing out and having to potentially pay exorbitant after market prices to pick it up down the line.

*checks the Amazon price for the Gorilla Alien again, sheds tear*

I found a combo of the neca gorilla, mantis, and queen facehugger on ebay for $50 bucks. It wasn't until after I made the purchase that I realized it was from China, I'm always so careful not to buy on ebay from there. But it worked out because they are the real deal neca figures. I think they still had 2 combo packs left last time I checked.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jul 06, 2020, 03:42:24 PM
Just got the figures at Target, Ripley is slightly better, but pretty much the same as before.

Here is what I picked up.
(https://i.imgur.com/r7h4ozF.jpg)

Here she is out of the package.
(https://i.imgur.com/aEbK2ii.jpg)

Here she is next to the original Ripley release.
(https://i.imgur.com/UrgxVy5.jpg)

Here she is with the Ultimate Big Chap, the first figure from the 40th anniversary collection.
(https://i.imgur.com/MpNOsA4.jpg)

Here she is next to a Diamond Select and Hasbro Sigourney Weaver figure.
(https://i.imgur.com/yUu0J7n.jpg)

Here are all 3 releases of Jonesy.
(https://i.imgur.com/SF3Xq6D.jpg)

Here she is with the entire Alien collection pre 40th anniversary.
(https://i.imgur.com/ljxDbgl.jpg)

Here is my YouTube review on her.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAJ6bVqpppw
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Jul 06, 2020, 03:46:43 PM
I especially love you lining Ripley up with the other Sigourney Weaver figs. Nice job dHunter!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jul 10, 2020, 03:02:59 PM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1281599180595765248?s=20
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Jul 10, 2020, 03:56:12 PM
Is it just me that prefers the original Ripley release face wise?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jul 10, 2020, 04:23:40 PM
Glow in the dark Big Chap is the SDCC Alien exclusive:

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Eck-oP0XkAEtkQH?format=jpg&name=small)(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Eck-oPwWAAEK7GK?format=jpg&name=small)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Eck-oP2XYAEZK83?format=jpg&name=small)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Eck-oP1XgAUFGOT?format=jpg&name=small)

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1281624439776587776?s=20
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 11, 2020, 02:14:58 PM
I don't know why but this one just isn't thrilling me. And it's weird because I've got their Alien-vision AvP Alien and it's essentially the same idea.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlazinBlueReview on Jul 11, 2020, 02:46:55 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 11, 2020, 02:14:58 PM
I don't know why but this one just isn't thrilling me. And it's weird because I've got their Alien-vision AvP Alien and it's essentially the same idea.

Agreed. Something about it looks off to me. But then again, not a fan of the Prototype Alien they released.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 11, 2020, 05:22:05 PM
It's the silver teeth.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jul 12, 2020, 07:07:00 AM
Agreed, I'm gonna buy it, but I am not really looking forward to it at all, just like the 40th anniversary concept/prototype alien...
I'm all in on getting each figure, but these are ones I'm not very excited for...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jul 13, 2020, 08:37:46 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 11, 2020, 02:14:58 PM
I don't know why but this one just isn't thrilling me. And it's weird because I've got their Alien-vision AvP Alien and it's essentially the same idea.

I think after that awesome City Demon Predator 2 figure reveal this one's just a bit underwhelming by comparison, especially since as you pointed out it's extremely similar to one we've already gotten.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 13, 2020, 12:41:26 PM
Eh, I'm kind of indifferent about both SDCC releases this year. I will say the Predator gimmick is a lot cooler though
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 13, 2020, 12:44:40 PM
Thing is, I f**king love my AvP one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Jul 13, 2020, 01:41:18 PM
Quote from: BlazinBlue88 on Jul 11, 2020, 02:46:55 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 11, 2020, 02:14:58 PM
I don't know why but this one just isn't thrilling me. And it's weird because I've got their Alien-vision AvP Alien and it's essentially the same idea.

Agreed. Something about it looks off to me. But then again, not a fan of the Prototype Alien they released.

As soon as I saw the glow-in-the-dark version I was "meh". Same reaction to the transparent blue Xenomorph, I'm a collector - but even I have limits to what I collect (save the money on better Alien/Predator figures)

The Prototype Alien I do like however - I see it as a mutation (along with the Albino Xenomorphs) due to Facehuggers exposed to the Engineer pathogen (also my theory on the Giant Facehuggers).
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 13, 2020, 01:47:41 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 13, 2020, 12:44:40 PM
Thing is, I f**king love my AvP one.

Is the AVP one glow in the dark? I always thought it was painted to appear like it was glowing
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 13, 2020, 01:53:35 PM
I don't believe it is glow-in-the-dark, just painted to appear glowy.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 13, 2020, 06:14:44 PM
I believe it is glow in the dark if I remember past reviews correctly, just the plastic is not that good for that function. I think it needs a long time to be charged in harsh light. I could be wrong though. 
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jul 15, 2020, 08:11:11 AM
So wave 1 of the Alien 40th anniversary collection was a Target exclusive, Wave 2 is an "online retailer" exclusive, meaning pretty much anyone can sell that one. Wave 3 is a Walmart exclusive? Please say that isn't right (for wave 3...)?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 19, 2020, 01:13:26 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/984X7uH.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Darkseed on Jul 19, 2020, 02:27:57 AM
I don't know if it was asked here before, but how many alien figures has neca released? I was wondering how long would it take to have a special 100th figure just like the predator l.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SuperiorIronman on Jul 19, 2020, 04:04:22 PM
Quote from: Darkseed on Jul 19, 2020, 02:27:57 AM
I don't know if it was asked here before, but how many alien figures has neca released? I was wondering how long would it take to have a special 100th figure just like the predator l.

I count about 101 from one of the checklists I could find but I don't know if any of the criteria would count for Xenomorph specific, products released (may or may not include bundles), or if this includes things like Facehuggers which may be counted as accessories.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Darkseed on Jul 19, 2020, 05:45:05 PM
Since the 100th Predator was a tribute to the original costume design, maybe the 100th alien will be something related to Giger's paintings from the Necronomicon or to the space jockey xeno.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 20, 2020, 05:00:58 AM
Or an action figure version of the Rob Cobb Alien creature concept art.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 20, 2020, 06:10:45 PM
Perhaps the obvious choice:
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.museumsyndicate.com%2Fimages%2F3%2F20215.jpg&hash=c6bc5618c2e0a8723ea35d28c64a2a0af1fe2f6b)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Jul 21, 2020, 04:54:00 PM
Working Joe plzzzz :'(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 21, 2020, 11:26:08 PM
Or the original one:
(https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.museumsyndicate.com%2Fimages%2F3%2F21000.jpg&hash=c8189e7ca4bd7e5d862cc4ab731f7547ab8fc98a)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: kwisatz on Jul 21, 2020, 11:42:41 PM
Love the skull. In its penis.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 22, 2020, 04:11:32 AM
Quote from: kwisatz on Jul 21, 2020, 11:42:41 PM
Love the skull. In its penis.
Spoken like someone who doesn't have a skull in their penis.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Deathbearer on Jul 24, 2020, 02:14:06 PM
You think Disney will let them keep the license or what?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jul 24, 2020, 02:39:27 PM
I hope the greedy mouse lets Neca keep the license.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jul 24, 2020, 06:14:55 PM
A Rhino Alien repaint is coming:

https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1286709539425988612?s=20
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Darkseed on Jul 24, 2020, 08:22:46 PM
I hope Disney leaves Neca alone, they've been doing an amazing job so far.....but so did Darkhorse.
I could see Disney taking the franchise and giving to Marvel, but I can't think of any toy company that could handle the alien and predator like Neca did.
I don't know many toy companies actually, so I might be missing something. What do you guys think?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Jul 24, 2020, 08:44:44 PM
Well Disney taking the comics from DH to go to Marvel makes sense business wise since they own Marvel and have never (to my knowledge) done business with Dark Horse.

Toys are a little different and Disney has done work with Neca in the past (1/4th Avengers and Spiderman). More than one toy company makes Marvel stuff, I think Hasbro does the toys aimed at younger kids, while Diamond Select and MAFEX do more expensive adult targeted figures.

I think NECA is safe for the time being.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlazinBlueReview on Jul 26, 2020, 01:28:37 AM
Almost was able to grab a Red Queen Alien from Genocide. The detail for it was what brought my attention to the figure. It made for a stark contrast for everything and made it unique to stand out.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlazinBlueReview on Jul 28, 2020, 11:01:31 PM
How was the Alien Resurrection Xeno? Found one at Target nearby. Debating on that or a Pred (Fugitive).
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 29, 2020, 12:02:20 AM
I have both, prefer the Res alien to be honest.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlazinBlueReview on Jul 29, 2020, 11:05:10 PM
Quote from: 426Buddy on Jul 29, 2020, 12:02:20 AM
I have both, prefer the Res alien to be honest.

Ended up finding the Brown Warrior Xeno from Aliens. It was the last one. They had a few Res ones left.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Aug 02, 2020, 01:56:18 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/PfFHFuI.jpg)

Got my sets in today, Parker and Brett are AMAZING!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlazinBlueReview on Aug 02, 2020, 02:55:57 PM
Quote from: BlazinBlue88 on Jul 29, 2020, 11:05:10 PM
Quote from: 426Buddy on Jul 29, 2020, 12:02:20 AM
I have both, prefer the Res alien to be honest.

Ended up finding the Brown Warrior Xeno from Aliens. It was the last one. They had a few Res ones left.

It's interesting that the Brown one reminds me a little bit of the Resurrection Xeno. But it was the ridged top that sold it to me more than Big Chap. I love Big Chap. But felt something different was needed.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Aug 04, 2020, 05:41:02 PM
Love the bloody version, cant wait until I have my own :D

As I recently got myself a alien queen deluxe figure from neca and noticed the backspines falls out all the time but I added some tiny ducttapes in the holes and they seem to stick together so far but Im worried about her legs as they need to carry all that weight of the body and the smaller defiance alien and isolation one which also had hindlegs bended, have this happened to someones queen or is the plastic on her better? No bending on her legs so to speak?

And if there are other things I need to know about the queen so it wont break one day?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Aug 04, 2020, 08:37:26 PM
Ive always wanted the queen but always worried about not having room for it and breaking it. Also there doesn't seem to be many possible poses, likely because of the weight I imagine.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Aug 04, 2020, 09:03:46 PM
I'm still waiting for my rhino alien. I preordered it months ago but it keeps getting pushed up a month at eb games.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: chopperXgill on Aug 04, 2020, 09:39:12 PM
I was in target 2 days ago & I found both Alien Big Chap ultimate edition & Aliens Ultimate edition (Brown Color) on sale going for 20$ each. I never owned a NECA alien before but at that price I had to get both. I mostly buy the NECA predator figures but these two figures are unbelievable. The detail from the alien all the way to the face hugger is spectacular.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 05, 2020, 07:41:45 AM
Quote from: judge death on Aug 04, 2020, 05:41:02 PM
Love the bloody version, cant wait until I have my own :D

I'd forgot about that! Will have to keep an eye out for it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Aug 07, 2020, 06:59:21 AM
I was pleasantly surprised to find the Neca Ultimate Aliens being restocked to various Targets.
Got the wave 2 of the Alien 40th Anniversary Collection. Also go the SDCC Big Chap.
I now have 8 of the 11 figures (waves 1-3 are 9 figures, plus Ultimate Big Chap and SDCC glow in the dark Big Chap)
(https://i.imgur.com/PfFHFuI.jpg)

Here are Brett and Parker out of the package.
(https://i.imgur.com/w37dVfg.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Uz7sGGe.jpg)

Here is the entire wave of series 2.
(https://i.imgur.com/4iSdqtF.jpg)

Here are the 3 Nostromo crew members we have in the regular outfits...looking forward to adding Ash. Hoping for Cane, Dallas, & Lambert as well...
(https://i.imgur.com/lmUQztY.jpg)

Here are my extras, working at a gas station in my action figure world.
(https://i.imgur.com/6BUctoZ.jpg)

Here is the Ultimate glow in the dark Big Chap.
(https://i.imgur.com/IEf4NWt.jpg)

Here he is up close.
(https://i.imgur.com/l1f6nhB.jpg)

8 of the 11 figures from the Alien 40th Anniversary Collection.
(https://i.imgur.com/eB9ioEk.jpg)

Various colorful Big Chaps.
(https://i.imgur.com/N86wJNt.jpg)

Here is my YouTube Review on Parker.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4wXg4J7w1E&t=201s

Here is my YouTube review on Brett.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70vCZtRJsWQ

Here is my YouTube review on the Bloody Big Chap.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSNoF1dnBxw&t=3s

Here is my YouTube review on the SDCC glow in the dark Big Chap.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvX6USxWliI
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 11, 2020, 02:51:58 PM
What's going off here?! I see Predators and Aliens and Engineer!

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Immortan Jonesy on Aug 11, 2020, 03:54:12 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Aug 11, 2020, 02:51:58 PM
What's going off here?! I see Predators and Aliens and Engineer!

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Crossovers are fun... especially with <a href="https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NECA_TOYS</a>. Got something pretty cool in the works...! <br />
Here&#39;s a VERY edited teaser. The colours are layer separations for <a href="https://twitter.com/Spidey2099?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Spidey2099</a> so this nightmare isn&#39;t any harder to put colour to than it needs to be. Shoutout to <a href="https://twitter.com/_ev?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@_ev</a> on this one, too! <a href="https://t.co/LCVs8v89oM">pic.twitter.com/LCVs8v89oM</a></p>— Tristan Jones (@WallMeatJones) <a href="https://twitter.com/WallMeatJones/status/1292962365193871360?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 10, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

This guy is seriously good  :o
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Aug 11, 2020, 04:36:35 PM
New NECA AVP-related stuff with Tristan Jones art?! :o

(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/44/db/7b/44db7b692817bbb8b15336ba741fc196.gif)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Aug 11, 2020, 04:55:31 PM
Dope! Love that between NECA and the 40 artists book Mr. Jones is still prominently contributing to the fandom. Dude's a beast with artwork!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PredBabe on Aug 13, 2020, 04:30:16 AM
AVP with Engineers, I'm stoked to see what they do with this!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Aug 20, 2020, 11:25:53 AM
Tempted to buy Brett and Parker...however some of the facial paint apps on my last Neca purchases were awful.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Darkseed on Aug 20, 2020, 11:40:40 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Aug 11, 2020, 02:51:58 PM
What's going off here?! I see Predators and Aliens and Engineer!

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Crossovers are fun... especially with <a href="https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NECA_TOYS</a>. Got something pretty cool in the works...! <br />
Here&#39;s a VERY edited teaser. The colours are layer separations for <a href="https://twitter.com/Spidey2099?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Spidey2099</a> so this nightmare isn&#39;t any harder to put colour to than it needs to be. Shoutout to <a href="https://twitter.com/_ev?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@_ev</a> on this one, too! <a href="https://t.co/LCVs8v89oM">pic.twitter.com/LCVs8v89oM</a></p>— Tristan Jones (@WallMeatJones) <a href="https://twitter.com/WallMeatJones/status/1292962365193871360?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 10, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

I think that's guardian predator, he's holding what seems to be that new gun that comes with the ultimate edition...........oh boy the hype :o
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 25, 2020, 12:15:06 PM
The only part of the Alien Bestiary I'm missing now's the Queen.
Spoiler
Hopefully the AR colour. With a batch of regular Eggs. And also regular Facehuggers.
[close]
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Aug 30, 2020, 06:41:18 PM
Bit the bullet and ordered Parker and Brett and bloody variant of Big Chap and thankfully they are pretty good paint wise. Really pleased with them.

I passed on the new Ripley as she looks like she's got hamster cheeks...

Looking forward to getting Ash and please Neca release Kane, Dollar and Lambert in their day to day togs. It will be great to have the entire crew in their work gear.


Quote from: dHunter333 on Aug 07, 2020, 06:59:21 AM
I was pleasantly surprised to find the Neca Ultimate Aliens being restocked to various Targets.


Love the YouTube reviews! Convinced me to buy Parker, Brett and BBC.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Sep 22, 2020, 05:40:05 PM
Got home my alien ultimate big chap but unsure if the dome on it is broken or not, its not 100% fitted onto the head in my opinion or is it supposed to be like this?

Can see a opening here on the back of the head between the two halfs:
(https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/7d6993df-3d77-4fbb-878f-4afdb136d515/de5l38q-c1e591fc-24a4-4a68-890b-5a0c3d0171a8.jpg/v1/fill/w_774,h_1032,q_70,strp/119988434_10223920933398005_8201820201829655077_o_by_warrior1944_de5l38q-pre.jpg?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOiIsImlzcyI6InVybjphcHA6Iiwib2JqIjpbW3siaGVpZ2h0IjoiPD0xNzA3IiwicGF0aCI6IlwvZlwvN2Q2OTkzZGYtM2Q3Ny00ZmJiLTg3OGYtNGFmZGIxMzZkNTE1XC9kZTVsMzhxLWMxZTU5MWZjLTI0YTQtNGE2OC04OTBiLTVhMGMzZDAxNzFhOC5qcGciLCJ3aWR0aCI6Ijw9MTI4MCJ9XV0sImF1ZCI6WyJ1cm46c2VydmljZTppbWFnZS5vcGVyYXRpb25zIl19.a91-Vjz2DjHszBJ3wsPq8hhFcxFUn4ksjvxOKsVF5nM)

The dome at the end of the head is slightly open:
(https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/7d6993df-3d77-4fbb-878f-4afdb136d515/de5l38n-3c41f562-69da-46cd-b564-7454b944dba7.jpg/v1/fill/w_774,h_1032,q_70,strp/120084035_10223920933358004_3297246041354697124_o_by_warrior1944_de5l38n-pre.jpg?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOiIsImlzcyI6InVybjphcHA6Iiwib2JqIjpbW3siaGVpZ2h0IjoiPD0xNzA3IiwicGF0aCI6IlwvZlwvN2Q2OTkzZGYtM2Q3Ny00ZmJiLTg3OGYtNGFmZGIxMzZkNTE1XC9kZTVsMzhuLTNjNDFmNTYyLTY5ZGEtNDZjZC1iNTY0LTc0NTRiOTQ0ZGJhNy5qcGciLCJ3aWR0aCI6Ijw9MTI4MCJ9XV0sImF1ZCI6WyJ1cm46c2VydmljZTppbWFnZS5vcGVyYXRpb25zIl19.rGocWQUmX8gfOd2Hlix4PwWKspDXWvcwItUrE_bvbB0)

(https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/7d6993df-3d77-4fbb-878f-4afdb136d515/de5l38f-bc7ba0c2-9896-43c5-8690-f6018cd5aec7.jpg/v1/fill/w_774,h_1032,q_70,strp/120091540_10223920933518008_630100476474417392_o_by_warrior1944_de5l38f-pre.jpg?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOiIsImlzcyI6InVybjphcHA6Iiwib2JqIjpbW3siaGVpZ2h0IjoiPD0xNzA3IiwicGF0aCI6IlwvZlwvN2Q2OTkzZGYtM2Q3Ny00ZmJiLTg3OGYtNGFmZGIxMzZkNTE1XC9kZTVsMzhmLWJjN2JhMGMyLTk4OTYtNDNjNS04NjkwLWY2MDE4Y2Q1YWVjNy5qcGciLCJ3aWR0aCI6Ijw9MTI4MCJ9XV0sImF1ZCI6WyJ1cm46c2VydmljZTppbWFnZS5vcGVyYXRpb25zIl19.BOcdtfRhIYodbdCnzeMPRUqD98RXfzZV8UaRZxhAkek)

The other side:
(https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/7d6993df-3d77-4fbb-878f-4afdb136d515/de5l38h-8d4a7a34-f1e1-43c0-9bfd-f7243e038b12.jpg/v1/fill/w_1032,h_774,q_70,strp/120091305_10223920933438006_6233025513003063934_o_by_warrior1944_de5l38h-pre.jpg?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOiIsImlzcyI6InVybjphcHA6Iiwib2JqIjpbW3siaGVpZ2h0IjoiPD05NjAiLCJwYXRoIjoiXC9mXC83ZDY5OTNkZi0zZDc3LTRmYmItODc4Zi00YWZkYjEzNmQ1MTVcL2RlNWwzOGgtOGQ0YTdhMzQtZjFlMS00M2MwLTliZmQtZjcyNDNlMDM4YjEyLmpwZyIsIndpZHRoIjoiPD0xMjgwIn1dXSwiYXVkIjpbInVybjpzZXJ2aWNlOmltYWdlLm9wZXJhdGlvbnMiXX0.FWhWtzcqaIHozupbbM8d8XhFLuRa9M9ThGlacBz9BGc)

Or is this normal for the figure and others have it the same way?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Sep 22, 2020, 08:04:30 PM
That's NECA quality control for you. Unfortunately it is normal.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Sep 22, 2020, 08:50:53 PM
Sigh, 10 years and their quality control is still shit..... Guess I need to buy 2 more and maybe get lucky one of them is at least passable for my requirements.
Aliens warrior I got 5 of and all flawed, ended up buying a used one in mint condition, better bet than buying new from neca xD
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Sep 22, 2020, 08:52:45 PM
Try running it under hot water or using a hairdryer to soften the plastic and adjust it yourself before buying a whole new figure, my advice. Honestly your one looks quite good, mine often looked far more off.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Sep 22, 2020, 08:57:51 PM
Tried that with my isolation one, didnt work that well and looks off when one look carefully, and as you say: this one is barely noticeable and wouldnt do much trying these things. Worse is its right leg that is very loose, and there is no fix to that.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Sep 22, 2020, 09:24:57 PM
Mine doesn't have this issue.

I've heard that the Chinese bootlegs that are all over eBay typically have this issue though...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Sep 22, 2020, 09:26:57 PM
What happened with Fiendishly Inventive post?

Quote from: David's Creation on Sep 22, 2020, 09:24:57 PM
Mine doesn't have this issue.

I've heard that the Chinese bootlegs that are all over eBay typically have this issue though...
This one is brought from a official neca licensed store, so no ebay stuff in this case. :/
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Sep 22, 2020, 09:38:02 PM
Quote from: David's Creation on Sep 22, 2020, 09:24:57 PM
Mine doesn't have this issue.

I've heard that the Chinese bootlegs that are all over eBay typically have this issue though...

Official ones absolutely have tons of them, for f**k's sake they can't even get the shape of the Runner's head right after nearly fifteen years, it's dome's entirely slanted to the one side, compare it to any photos of a Sideshow bust of the thing and you'll see what I mean.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Sep 23, 2020, 04:31:52 PM
I've read that using some floor polish (or something?) or very careful application of superglue can tighten up loose joints.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Sep 23, 2020, 06:51:57 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Sep 23, 2020, 04:31:52 PM
I've read that using some floor polish (or something?) or very careful application of superglue can tighten up loose joints.
Tried on some older neca ones with same problem, didnt do much to improve in my experience, nailpolish, woodglue, floor polish and what not I´ve seen on videos and stuff.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Oct 18, 2020, 11:28:01 AM
Update: Purchased another and this time I got one that is near perfect, only small issue is that the head wobbles in a certain angle but else perfect, I think I can live with that :P
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Katanu on Nov 09, 2020, 03:03:30 AM
Got the Ultimate Big Chap Alien this week. My second Alien figure, the first being the Grid Alien from the Rivalry Reborn two pack (with Celtic).
Very happy with this one! Hopefully I'll be able to get my hands on an Alien Warrior from Aliens in the future.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: DMmoon on Dec 02, 2020, 11:05:39 AM
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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
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Those are nice looking. People could make neat presentations with those.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Darkness on Dec 10, 2020, 09:31:42 PM
NECA have announced Series 4 of the Alien 40th Anniversary figures. Ripley, Lambert and a new grey Big Chap.

http://necaonline.com/2020/12/alien-7-scale-action-figure-40th-anniversary-assortment-wave-4/
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Dec 10, 2020, 09:47:26 PM
Yay...more of the same... ::)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: kriplette on Dec 10, 2020, 10:18:41 PM
I think the Big Chap looks really great. Love the dreary and milky look. The new face for Ripley is also a huge improvement IMO over the old release.

Now where the heck is wave 3?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Hunter-Killer on Dec 10, 2020, 10:37:40 PM
Is the big chap translucent? Might look cool in front of an interesting display light or something
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: XENOMORPHOSIS on Dec 10, 2020, 11:22:39 PM
Neat figures, anyone see the news that the Alien TV series is officially happening? https://www.comicbookmovie.com/sci-fi/alien/alien-tv-series-officially-on-the-way-from-legion-showrunner-noah-hawley-will-be-set-on-earth-a180794#gs.nro840
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Dec 11, 2020, 12:06:55 AM
Quote from: Hunter-Killer on Dec 10, 2020, 10:37:40 PM
Is the big chap translucent? Might look cool in front of an interesting display light or something
Yes it is.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 11, 2020, 03:34:45 PM
Quote from: Darkness on Dec 10, 2020, 09:31:42 PM
NECA have announced Series 4 of the Alien 40th Anniversary figures. Ripley, Lambert and a new grey Big Chap.

http://necaonline.com/2020/12/alien-7-scale-action-figure-40th-anniversary-assortment-wave-4/
Lambert's normal face looks good.
Ripley... not so much.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gilfryd on Jan 03, 2021, 08:01:08 PM
So which seem to be the favorites so far?

(https://necaonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2020-12DOD5a.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jan 04, 2021, 05:20:58 AM
Ash is absolutely fantastic, his likeness is spot on. His accessories, sculpt, and paint job are superb. His articulation is ok, his torso has articulation under a soft overlay, but essentially can't hold a single pose, so he might as well have one solid torso. Very happy to add another member of the Nostromo crew, now they've made all 7, but please give me Cane, Dallas, & Lambert in their regular Nostromo outfits. Cane and Big Chap are great, but the fact that they are re releases more or less make them a lot less enjoyable than Ash.

Here he is in the package.
(https://i.imgur.com/wXhSKqz.jpg)

Here he is out of the package with all of his accessories laid out.
(https://i.imgur.com/dczZqHy.jpg)

Here he is using his cutting toil to attempt to remove the Facehugger.
(https://i.imgur.com/6NrJ84Q.jpg)

Here he is choking Ripley.
(https://i.imgur.com/cdJPxoE.jpg)

Parker intervenes.
(https://i.imgur.com/stJ4Lhi.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Y8xEY04.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/NIXLriV.jpg)

Here is the entire Neca Alien 40th Anniversary Collection.
(https://i.imgur.com/JTv24iy.jpg)

Here are all of the original releases.
(https://i.imgur.com/DsLBrRg.jpg)

Here is my YouTube review on him.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKBPeM1QFGM
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 08, 2021, 10:06:46 PM
Whoa whoa I didn't know Ash was out. :o
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jan 19, 2021, 03:37:20 AM
Kane is great, but is it worth $30 just for the new head...? He looks very good, the Big Chap is exactly the same as the Ultimate Big Chap, except it has a cloudier dome.

Here he is with all of his accessories laid out.
(https://i.imgur.com/bQn8c8k.jpg)

Here is Kane dropping down to the face hugger chamber.
(https://i.imgur.com/HYE21fX.jpg)

Here he is getting impregnated.
(https://i.imgur.com/eIQoLYw.jpg)

Here is my YouTube review on him.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tdmu0SaFh8

And then Big Chap...
Here he is next to the Ultimate Big Chap.
(https://i.imgur.com/2xO7bSy.jpg)

Here are all of my Big Chaps.
(https://i.imgur.com/ZMwesry.jpg)

Skittles...taste of the rainbow.
(https://i.imgur.com/c0svHLI.jpg)

Here is my YouTube review on him.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yp8jukuwNZY
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Jan 23, 2021, 07:44:38 PM
Great video reviews again!

I'm going to get Ash. Hopefully the next batch will be Dallas, Kane and Lambert in their daily workwear.

On a related note, have I missed anything about Neca? They haven't tweeted in about 2 months.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: DMmoon on Jan 23, 2021, 11:46:06 PM
https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=64482.0
(https://scontent-mad1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/137327341_10225571288975617_2365656860279327030_o.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=2&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=96jtfanh0-AAX9_IYwt&_nc_ht=scontent-mad1-1.xx&oh=5420dbed1d896f50b211b1536745e090&oe=6033349D)

(https://scontent-mad1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/128749084_10225243957672539_8398129203603755775_o.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=2&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=XpKScChdv0YAX8hLAxv&_nc_ht=scontent-mad1-1.xx&oh=5313b9de154b8e9739c40267fc35805f&oe=60320034)

(https://scontent-mad1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/136079534_10225529819658910_7199551450680413369_o.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=2&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=JE53Qx5bS_QAX9v8mtP&_nc_ht=scontent-mad1-1.xx&oh=5552175e7fbcfdd5d1bd3fb93bc8986e&oe=60313FA3)

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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Feb 13, 2021, 10:24:54 PM
Hopefully going to snag a 1:4 Big Chap 40th anniversary edition to go with my 1:4 Elder Predator
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 20, 2021, 06:46:19 AM
New NECA Kenner Panther Alien tease is up
https://news.toyark.com/2021/02/19/aliens-preview-of-the-kenner-tribute-panther-alien-by-neca-418507
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Feb 20, 2021, 11:17:29 AM
I may wait until the night cougar replant comes out, which they probably will. I want the Bull alien.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 20, 2021, 11:55:43 AM
And I'm sat here weeping, still waiting for my Bull.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 20, 2021, 02:36:28 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Feb 20, 2021, 06:46:19 AM
New NECA Kenner Panther Alien tease is up
https://news.toyark.com/2021/02/19/aliens-preview-of-the-kenner-tribute-panther-alien-by-neca-418507
Hell yeah, that looks kickass.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Feb 20, 2021, 04:13:22 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Feb 20, 2021, 06:46:19 AM
New NECA Kenner Panther Alien tease is up
https://news.toyark.com/2021/02/19/aliens-preview-of-the-kenner-tribute-panther-alien-by-neca-418507

Awesome! The panther was one of the first Kenner figures that I owned as a kid so the nostalgia is strong with this one!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Feb 20, 2021, 08:42:39 PM
Surprised they didn't go for the Bull next, but this looks great!

And now I'm annoyed again that I missed out on the Gorilla before it went out of print. That's the only Kenner Alien I don't have so far.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Feb 20, 2021, 11:14:21 PM
Quote from: Xiggz456 on Feb 20, 2021, 04:13:22 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Feb 20, 2021, 06:46:19 AM
New NECA Kenner Panther Alien tease is up
https://news.toyark.com/2021/02/19/aliens-preview-of-the-kenner-tribute-panther-alien-by-neca-418507

Awesome! The panther was one of the first Kenner figures that I owned as a kid so the nostalgia is strong with this one!

Same here, so I am excited for the release (will the parasite creature be a feature?)
I have fond memories of my old Kenner range (not so with Snake Alien - tail snapped first use - Neca's version is so much better with tail articulation).
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 20, 2021, 11:24:47 PM
The Kenner Snake Alien was the first Aliens toy I ever had, I've still got mine on a shelf right next to the NECA version.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predboy on Feb 28, 2021, 01:00:37 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Feb 20, 2021, 06:46:19 AM
New NECA Kenner Panther Alien tease is up
https://news.toyark.com/2021/02/19/aliens-preview-of-the-kenner-tribute-panther-alien-by-neca-418507
Finally!!! I know the panther alien ain't much but I always liked it. So glad to see it's one of the next ones we'll be getting. Of course the one I really want the most is the flying queen, but I can be patient and wait for that a little longer.

Quote from: Kailem on Feb 20, 2021, 08:42:39 PM
Surprised they didn't go for the Bull next, but this looks great!

And now I'm annoyed again that I missed out on the Gorilla before it went out of print. That's the only Kenner Alien I don't have so far.
I'm right there with ya buddy. I still remember to this day looking at the gorilla alien on the shelves but deciding not to get it. Im still kicking my own ass over how dumb of a decision that was. I have all the aliens except for that one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Mar 01, 2021, 09:15:32 AM
Quote from: Neomorph-01 on Feb 20, 2021, 11:14:21 PM
Quote from: Xiggz456 on Feb 20, 2021, 04:13:22 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Feb 20, 2021, 06:46:19 AM
New NECA Kenner Panther Alien tease is up
https://news.toyark.com/2021/02/19/aliens-preview-of-the-kenner-tribute-panther-alien-by-neca-418507

Awesome! The panther was one of the first Kenner figures that I owned as a kid so the nostalgia is strong with this one!

Same here, so I am excited for the release (will the parasite creature be a feature?)
I have fond memories of my old Kenner range (not so with Snake Alien - tail snapped first use - Neca's version is so much better with tail articulation).

Neca confirmed it will be removable. I hope it looks good.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Mar 04, 2021, 03:49:20 PM
Looking forward to Neomorph 01's inevitable repaint.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Mar 07, 2021, 12:33:24 PM
Quote from: Trash Queen on Mar 04, 2021, 03:49:20 PM
Looking forward to Neomorph 01's inevitable repaint.
Thanks. :)
I am looking forward to repainting it - thinking more like Dog Alien colours with a slightly more metallic drybrush on top.
The Kenner homages are brilliant figures and really work well in film colours. I'm planning some fan fiction and originally though that the Mantis Xenomorphs would look scarier lunging out of the darkness with dark colours.

Looking forward to seeing the other Kenner creations in Neca's amazing homages.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: thexenomorph on Mar 08, 2021, 04:38:27 AM
Hi there!
I haven't been following Neca much recently, have they teased a reissue for the Queen Alien, or an AVP Queen Alien? How about a 1/4 AVP Xenomorph? Thanks!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Mar 08, 2021, 02:59:51 PM
They have not talked about a 1/4 scale AVP alien, they say maybe a reissue of the Queen will happen, but no info yet on anything AVP queen related.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Mar 12, 2021, 09:15:48 AM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1370202194495029253?s=20

And on that day, my wallet shall be ready to weep.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 12, 2021, 11:05:26 AM
Man, it sure is sweet that Ash, the only Nostromo crew member I want to buy, is a Wal-Mart exclusive, guaranteeing I'll never be able to buy him.

I love it. Good job, go team.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Mar 24, 2021, 11:01:56 AM
I've been waiting for Ash to appear online over here in the UK but with no luck. Does that mean he won't be available unless I resort to overpaying on ebay?  :-X
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Darkseed on Mar 24, 2021, 07:17:27 PM
Do you guys think we are even going to have another engineer figure?  I'm dying to get one
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Mar 24, 2021, 07:55:48 PM
Quote from: Darkseed on Mar 24, 2021, 07:17:27 PM
Do you guys think we are even going to have another engineer figure?  I'm dying to get one

No, but I would also love something to add to the Engineer side of things. I guess MAYBE if the TV show touches Engineers at all...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Mar 24, 2021, 07:57:00 PM
Realtalk? Probably not. The prequels weren't particularly well-received overall, and as such any prequel-specific characters probably aren't very high on their list of potential re-releases.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Mar 24, 2021, 09:29:20 PM
Just give me Blue.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 25, 2021, 08:36:02 AM
Spoiler
In Alien form?
[close]

Oh yes, please.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Mar 25, 2021, 12:35:24 PM
Just worried if anyone will do it justice:

Spoiler

(https://bloody-disgusting.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/alien3eroticdesign6.jpg)
(https://thumbs.worthpoint.com/zoom/images1/1/0616/27/alien-blueprint-hand-signed-numbered_1_9f025b510811edfecbdae4b50b5c5745.jpg)
(https://thumbs.worthpoint.com/zoom/images2/1/0616/27/alien-blueprint-hand-signed-numbered_1_9f025b510811edfecbdae4b50b5c5745.jpg)
(https://thumbs.worthpoint.com/zoom/images3/1/0616/27/alien-blueprint-hand-signed-numbered_1_9f025b510811edfecbdae4b50b5c5745.jpg)
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dSeFp-bc74Q/XpxNRaENIuI/AAAAAAAA17U/TYSn6iuy8l4OY0_Uh7A0IT1CJamwMna9QCPcBGAsYHg/s1600/71571995_226530398338303_6797795480405535673_n.jpg)
(https://d2mpxrrcad19ou.cloudfront.net/item_images/1161513/11646903_fullsize.jpg)
(https://bloody-disgusting.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/alien3eroticdesign1.jpg)
(https://bloody-disgusting.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/alien3eroticdesign2.jpg)
(https://bloody-disgusting.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/alien3eroticdesign3.jpg)
[close]
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Mar 27, 2021, 12:17:53 PM
Finally got Ash. Hopefully Kane, Dallas and Lambert in normal day to day clothing aren't going to be too long...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Mar 27, 2021, 12:19:22 PM
Just another ten years.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 27, 2021, 08:36:31 PM
I finally got Ash.

I wish he looked more like Ian Holm and less like, say, Phil Collins.

Oh well, better luck next time I guess.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Mar 28, 2021, 04:04:22 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Mar 27, 2021, 08:36:31 PM
I finally got Ash.

I wish he looked more like Ian Holm and less like, say, Phil Collins.

Oh well, better luck next time I guess.
The reason why I skipped Parker & Brett. You can't have one without the other.

Parker looks good, but Brett, he's got a Bobby DeNiro thing going on facially.

Still waiting for a version of Lambert in regular clothes.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Mar 29, 2021, 08:03:38 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Mar 27, 2021, 08:36:31 PM
I finally got Ash.

I wish he looked more like Ian Holm and less like, say, Phil Collins.

Oh well, better luck next time I guess.

I dunno, I thought he looked fantastic.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 30, 2021, 05:24:44 AM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Mar 29, 2021, 08:03:38 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Mar 27, 2021, 08:36:31 PM
I finally got Ash.

I wish he looked more like Ian Holm and less like, say, Phil Collins.

Oh well, better luck next time I guess.

I dunno, I thought he looked fantastic.
Everything looks great about him except the face. He just.... doesn't look like the prototype.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 30, 2021, 07:54:22 AM
That's why I don't tend to buy NECA's human figures. They never have as good likeness as the actual prototypes.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Mar 30, 2021, 11:26:24 AM
It's almost better to find them at a store where you can compare multiples and pick the best looking sculpt out of the bunch. That's what I do, although I get that not everyone has access to NECA retailers.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Mar 30, 2021, 01:21:33 PM
I always though Cameron's figure had a bit of director Peter Jackson in him.

(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/K-AAAOSwIhhcxbU0/s-l1600.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Mar 30, 2021, 02:45:46 PM
Quote from: Xiggz456 on Mar 30, 2021, 11:26:24 AM
It's almost better to find them at a store where you can compare multiples and pick the best looking sculpt out of the bunch. That's what I do, although I get that not everyone has access to NECA retailers.
Same here whenever I saw them in a Forbidden Planet or a stall at a Comic Con.
Now I'm creating characters for my fan fictions (Predator vs The Thing, Predators: Evolution of the Hunt, Aliens: Evolution of Fear, and Alien vs Predator: Evolution of War) I have been getting extras of human characters, compare the best face sculpts/painting and customize the lesser one.
My original Amanda Ripley was a little lacking in paint on the face, since I got a new better one, the old one has had the head removed, neck shortened and the head of the Valarian: Laureline added - one new synthetic character (now I just need to think of her name for the story - and is she an ally or has she her own agenda?)
Here is the custom for anyone interested.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Apr 01, 2021, 10:54:03 PM
She looks like Billie Eilish. Lol
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: drsmuts on Apr 03, 2021, 09:32:41 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Mar 30, 2021, 07:54:22 AM
That's why I don't tend to buy NECA's human figures. They never have as good likeness as the actual prototypes.

The worst one for me was Alien 3 Ripley. I know it's down to the difference between a carefully hand painted figure for promo purposes and a mass market factory job but that really pushed it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Apr 03, 2021, 11:11:11 AM
Quote from: drsmuts on Apr 03, 2021, 09:32:41 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Mar 30, 2021, 07:54:22 AM
That's why I don't tend to buy NECA's human figures. They never have as good likeness as the actual prototypes.

The worst one for me was Alien 3 Ripley. I know it's down to the difference between a carefully hand painted figure for promo purposes and a mass market factory job but that really pushed it.
That may've always been the case - the prototypes looking better than the final product.

Looking at vintage toy ads for the old Kenner STAR WARS line of 3 & 3/4-inch action figures, Hoth Solo, Hoth Rebel Soldier, and the two bounty hunters, Bossk and IG-88, have additional painted details, etc.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Apr 14, 2021, 07:20:31 AM
The black/blue Rhino Alien is sweet! I like him more than the red one, and I liked that one quite a bit! This guy will go great with some blue Aliens Xenomorphs. He is available at both Walmart and Target now, I've seen tons at various Targets lately.

Here he is in the package.
(https://i.imgur.com/a7vlncH.jpg)

Here they are standing upright.
(https://i.imgur.com/RGUdI8K.jpg)

Then on all fours.
(https://i.imgur.com/2QNiWb0.jpg)

2 new ones and 2 old ones.
(https://i.imgur.com/qGwlmzR.jpg)

Entire Kenner collection.
(https://i.imgur.com/jPS8GuQ.jpg)

Taking on a bunch of Colonial Marines.
(https://i.imgur.com/0fApk90.jpg)

Here is my YouTube review on him
(https://i.imgur.com/lMJEQHU.jpg)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ec6-iM2atOE&t=6s
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 14, 2021, 07:30:53 AM
I really like him in the blue! Didn't realise they stood up well either. Hmmmm. Tempted now.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 17, 2021, 07:33:49 AM
I'm a Kenner traditionalist, I definitely prefer the orange Rhino Alien.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Apr 17, 2021, 09:46:49 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Apr 17, 2021, 07:33:49 AM
I'm a Kenner traditionalist, I definitely prefer the orange Rhino Alien.
Same. Every time I see the blue version, I think "No! Those are gorilla colors!"
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 17, 2021, 03:26:10 PM
(https://gifdownload.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/does-it-come-in-black-gif-2.gif)

@All NECA Kenner Aliens
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Apr 17, 2021, 03:57:07 PM
The blue does look good as a slightly more traditional colour, but yeah I also prefer the original orangey-red. As was already mentioned, dems Gorilla colours!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Apr 18, 2021, 04:46:04 PM
I'll probably end up buying it considering Alien Day is right around the corner!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Apr 18, 2021, 08:26:53 PM
Blueish Rhino looks cool. Definitely a piece to pick!

What I'd love to NECA consider releasing is AvP Queen. I think it's the only major film creature they didn't release.  Come on NECA AvP Queen with chains and supporting lift would sell big time!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Apr 26, 2021, 07:11:41 AM
Happy Alien Day.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Apr 26, 2021, 07:26:53 AM
NECA teased a Flying Alien Queen for reveal today.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 26, 2021, 01:36:26 PM
Get the f**k outta here  :o
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 26, 2021, 02:50:34 PM
Yes but for real though honestly- I know a lot of people want that, but I'm so tired of the mold reuse and the Kenner figures, still waiting on film accurate Alien Covenant figures (Translucent plastic Neomorphs, CGI accurate Praetomorph), a CGI Sean Fifield or Abomination, properly scaled Engineer figures, Blue Marsalis and a good Alien³ Runner figure, and Dave Dorman's PredAlien.

But I guess I have to wait for an expensive overseas company to do them in ten or twenty f**king years if at all...

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Apr 26, 2021, 05:49:40 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Apr 26, 2021, 07:26:53 AM
NECA teased a Flying Alien Queen for reveal today.

Ehhhh, no luck for my AvP Queen.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Apr 26, 2021, 05:57:09 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Apr 26, 2021, 07:26:53 AM
NECA teased a Flying Alien Queen for reveal today.

No funking way! :o
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Apr 26, 2021, 06:09:30 PM
Happy Alien Day!
I did an Alien/Predator collection walkthrough video, there are over 33 shelves of Alien and Predator awesomeness and I am running out of room!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PkAAKFu6DOc&t=39s
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Apr 26, 2021, 06:43:22 PM
Quote from: Kailem on Apr 26, 2021, 05:57:09 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Apr 26, 2021, 07:26:53 AM
NECA teased a Flying Alien Queen for reveal today.

No funking way! :o
Never mind. It was a t-shirt.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Apr 26, 2021, 07:02:45 PM
Funk! :(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 26, 2021, 07:54:10 PM
Quote from: Trash Queen on Apr 26, 2021, 02:50:34 PM
Yes but for real though honestly- I know a lot of people want that, but I'm so tired of the mold reuse and the Kenner figures, still waiting on film accurate Alien Covenant figures (Translucent plastic Neomorphs, CGI accurate Praetomorph), a CGI Sean Fifield or Abomination, properly scaled Engineer figures, Blue Marsalis and a good Alien³ Runner figure, and Dave Dorman's PredAlien.

But I guess I have to wait for an expensive overseas company to do them in ten or twenty f**king years if at all...

Oh and a Ryushi Machiko Noguchi.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 26, 2021, 08:57:03 PM
The Ultimate Alien3 Runner rules.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 26, 2021, 09:34:25 PM
It sucks, it's arm and leg joints do not line up, and it's not faithful to the film- the rod puppet- or the suit- it is a bizarre asymmetrical amalgamation of all three with a slanted carapace ontop.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Apr 26, 2021, 09:37:36 PM
That feel when the sculptor uses mismatched reference pics instead of just mirroring a chosen set.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 26, 2021, 09:42:09 PM
Even if you compare each part in isolation, it's just a mess, compare it to the Coolprops statues, the Kotobukiya ArtFX one, or even ADI's own store ones and the inaccuracies become painfully clear.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Immortan Jonesy on Apr 26, 2021, 09:54:54 PM
Quote from: Trash Queen on Apr 26, 2021, 02:50:34 PM
But I guess I have to wait for an expensive overseas company to do them in ten or twenty f**king years if at all...

Ala Sideshow Collectibles I guess...

(https://i.ibb.co/YNy5QRk/engineer-prometheus-gallery-5c4bb67666d15.jpg)

(https://i.ibb.co/7Vn5bM1/IMG-20200430-120122-resized-20200430-120213452.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 27, 2021, 12:07:54 AM
Quote from: Trash Queen on Apr 26, 2021, 09:34:25 PM
It sucks, it's arm and leg joints do not line up, and it's not faithful to the film- the rod puppet- or the suit- it is a bizarre asymmetrical amalgamation of all three with a slanted carapace ontop.
I dunno, I still think it rules :(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Apr 28, 2021, 03:03:38 AM
https://twitter.com/neca_toys/status/1387056958071615490
EU stuff. Fireteam maybe?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Apr 30, 2021, 12:08:24 AM
Quote from: Nukiemorph on Apr 28, 2021, 03:03:38 AM
https://twitter.com/neca_toys/status/1387056958071615490
EU stuff. Fireteam maybe?

thats exciting i wonder what they could be. still waiting for bigbadtoystore to get vs of the rhino alien in. might have to find it elsewhere at this rate.

I would think more kenner and ultimate movie figures. possibly old games or eu i wouldnt expect any fireteam stuff yet
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Apr 30, 2021, 06:29:49 AM
Maybe, Tarkatan Alien from MKX? Dream on...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on May 01, 2021, 03:51:55 PM
Working joe plzzzzzz!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on May 02, 2021, 10:30:02 AM
Quote from: bobby brown on May 01, 2021, 03:51:55 PM
Working joe plzzzzzz!!!!!!!!!!!!

It must have had light up head for the proper effect.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: ttse92 on May 07, 2021, 06:07:12 PM
Got an alert that NECA - Aliens - Xenomorph Queen Ultra Deluxe Boxed Action Figure is back in stock on both Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/NECA-Aliens-Xenomorph-Deluxe-Action/dp/B00LK4BWUC) and Walmart.com (https://www.walmart.com/ip/seort/48254932) - both says sold and shipped by NECA - should be legit, right??

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on May 07, 2021, 08:50:59 PM
They are, but heeeeeelllll that price! Get the Walmart one if you're trying to get one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on May 08, 2021, 06:22:32 PM
Walmart one already sold out...

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 09, 2021, 03:05:43 PM
Quote from: bobby brown on May 01, 2021, 03:51:55 PM
Working joe plzzzzzz!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yes please. So much.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on May 27, 2021, 01:08:44 AM
Caved and bought the blue Rhino at Target. I can't deny that I love the metallic blue wash over the black sculpt!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on May 27, 2021, 01:18:59 AM
Looking at a lot of my NECA stuff lately and I'm getting the impression the scale's not just off on specific figures but the whole line, everything's oversized, but inconsistently...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on May 27, 2021, 12:56:04 PM
They're quite in scale with each other (though not perfectly of course). The problem is they're not really 1/12th, they're 7inch scale, actually 1/10th scale more closely.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on May 27, 2021, 07:59:25 PM
I just hope they are in an accurate scale between the marines/humans released and the alien warrior and big chap and the alien queen so one can geta  good idea of the sizes of them in comparison.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on May 27, 2021, 08:29:38 PM
Have to agree to disagree then, the scale's often so way off, I wonder what they're basing it on sometimes.

And really overpriced especially the human figures when Marvel Legends produces this for £20:

(https://media.comicbook.com/2020/02/wolverine-figure-marvel-legends-2-1208561.jpeg?auto=webp&width=1280&height=1280&crop=1280:1280,smart)
(https://media.comicbook.com/2020/02/wolverine-figure-marvel-legends-top-1208562-1280x0.jpeg)
(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/07/X-Men-Movie-Marvel-Legends.jpg)

And Wicked Cool Toys does this for £20:
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ERoh38XXkAMSghr.jpg)

NECA's way behind the times in terms of their quality, I hope someone else takes over the license, and produces real 1/12 scale stuff.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on May 27, 2021, 08:36:21 PM
Necas quality control makes me cry in how bad it is -.-So much money I wasted on getting a decent figure of certain models.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on May 27, 2021, 08:52:14 PM
It's absurd.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 28, 2021, 06:52:23 AM
Daaaammnnnn. If they look that good in person, that's incredible.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 28, 2021, 11:46:44 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on May 28, 2021, 06:52:23 AM
Daaaammnnnn. If they look that good in person, that's incredible.
The Marvel Legends stuff? Yeah, their 6" scale figures are pretty excellent across the board.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on May 30, 2021, 05:30:46 PM
They look even better IMO honestly:

(https://i.imgur.com/vvob18O.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/T1ScY9c.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/VBbNK4c.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/SauDz4i.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/g6WE7O5.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on May 31, 2021, 05:39:25 PM
Maybe I'm just picky with my likenesses, but there's a big enough difference between the shots and in-person that turns me off the same way NECA's human characters do too.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on May 31, 2021, 06:12:28 PM
Only here they look better than the promotional.

Look at that Mystique, it's basically a shelf sized Rebecca Romijn man! You do not get better than that in this scale. Or that Patrick Stewart or Hugh Jackman sculpt.

In fact I'm not sure you can do better in plastic period.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SuperiorIronman on May 31, 2021, 07:58:04 PM
Marvel Legends is better about it these days because for movie likenesses they can get the scans of the actors head and even some 3d models so things can be mostly accurate to the CGI counterpart. Scanning surviving props and actors as well as getting the 3d models is a big appeal of the Star Wars Black Series line. In fact I think the Stormtrooper helmets are the same models from the films just altered for the toy, you wouldn't even notice it either since they even got used in an episode of The Mandolorian.

Neca might not have the rights to use likeness of certain actors and scans of the suits would be much harder to come by.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on May 31, 2021, 08:28:08 PM
Yeah but also the quality control, never had to replace a Marvel Legends figure, can't say that for NECA's stuff.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: RawMeat on May 31, 2021, 09:27:52 PM
Found a edit:Chinese review of the new Giger's alien from NECA. Not really convincing I must say. The hands/feet/tail looks like a different colour (maybe a little translucent even) than the rest, it looks a bit cheap-ish. Maybe it's because of the light in the video though.
https://youtu.be/Rz7hxykZpLI (https://youtu.be/Rz7hxykZpLI)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on May 31, 2021, 10:15:51 PM
They just cannot get the profile right.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on May 31, 2021, 11:42:14 PM
I totally know what you guys mean. I've just started collecting mcfarlane mortal kombat figures, they are solid and beautiful. No need to heat them of package!

I think I'm mostly done with neca again... mostly. I just mainly want to complete the 7 member nostromo crew in regular attire.

I haven't noticed neca Alien figures being out of scale with one another, but I'm not saying I don't believe you. We deserve better than neca.


(https://i.ibb.co/gw0gRWR/55-FFBDB3-928-D-4-D38-9741-76-FC08589-BE4.jpg) (https://ibb.co/q9H1rgr)
(https://i.ibb.co/ckxRVKr/13368-C61-C4-D5-4-EA0-8-BD4-7-BF80-EE7-A181.jpg) (https://ibb.co/0mQ1vpG)


Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 01, 2021, 01:16:56 AM
Quote from: SiL on May 31, 2021, 10:15:56 PM
They just cannot get the profile right.

Nobody but MAFEX did as yet.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Jun 01, 2021, 02:59:16 PM
NECA is hit or miss really. I just bought Sarah and John Connor two pack. Sarah is spot on Linda Hamilton, there are three heads of her and everyone is great, especially the assasin one with cap and black Lenon specs. John on the other hand isn't really that convincing.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 02, 2021, 11:48:24 AM
Quote from: SiL on May 31, 2021, 10:15:51 PM
They just cannot get the profile right.

They can really be hit or miss. The problem is they are too lazy to do another resculpt of the head. This one is so old. Neca has only done two sculpts of the Big chap head. I would like an updated one too, but they're too obsessed with the stupid TMNT line... They are so full of problems, but the only reason I kinda like them is cause they're affordable for my army building habits and they're diverse in the EU stuff they bring out. They make cheap aliens, a lot of them, frequently enough and a lot of different aliens, that's the only reason I buy them. I really wish they get better, they're QC is so random, it's on the same level as their bootleg versions.

Oh, and they just cannot get Ripley's face right, especially from the first film. The latest version was hilarious.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Jun 03, 2021, 07:43:50 PM
Lol necas quality control strikes again...

Because I doubt this is how the: alien 40th anniversiary figure should look like brand new:
(https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/7d6993df-3d77-4fbb-878f-4afdb136d515/dekup7f-2b86213b-2da2-4e95-a803-338b7f67abcd.jpg/v1/fill/w_774,h_1032,q_70,strp/thumbnail_56c49be2_5529_477a_b4c5_ebd588e8e156_by_warrior1944_dekup7f-pre.jpg?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOjdlMGQxODg5ODIyNjQzNzNhNWYwZDQxNWVhMGQyNmUwIiwiaXNzIjoidXJuOmFwcDo3ZTBkMTg4OTgyMjY0MzczYTVmMGQ0MTVlYTBkMjZlMCIsIm9iaiI6W1t7ImhlaWdodCI6Ijw9MTI4MCIsInBhdGgiOiJcL2ZcLzdkNjk5M2RmLTNkNzctNGZiYi04NzhmLTRhZmRiMTM2ZDUxNVwvZGVrdXA3Zi0yYjg2MjEzYi0yZGEyLTRlOTUtYTgwMy0zMzhiN2Y2N2FiY2QuanBnIiwid2lkdGgiOiI8PTk2MCJ9XV0sImF1ZCI6WyJ1cm46c2VydmljZTppbWFnZS5vcGVyYXRpb25zIl19.KAN4VQsf7K5xr4JlUVgujJrttXSsHdDkCSPkG2znWkI)

(https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/7d6993df-3d77-4fbb-878f-4afdb136d515/dekup7m-0b7c2856-ba4e-4e37-a584-ed94a35dbf9d.jpg/v1/fill/w_774,h_1032,q_70,strp/thumbnail_9a5881bc_61be_49a6_98aa_7d87598eb63f_by_warrior1944_dekup7m-pre.jpg?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOjdlMGQxODg5ODIyNjQzNzNhNWYwZDQxNWVhMGQyNmUwIiwiaXNzIjoidXJuOmFwcDo3ZTBkMTg4OTgyMjY0MzczYTVmMGQ0MTVlYTBkMjZlMCIsIm9iaiI6W1t7ImhlaWdodCI6Ijw9MTI4MCIsInBhdGgiOiJcL2ZcLzdkNjk5M2RmLTNkNzctNGZiYi04NzhmLTRhZmRiMTM2ZDUxNVwvZGVrdXA3bS0wYjdjMjg1Ni1iYTRlLTRlMzctYTU4NC1lZDk0YTM1ZGJmOWQuanBnIiwid2lkdGgiOiI8PTk2MCJ9XV0sImF1ZCI6WyJ1cm46c2VydmljZTppbWFnZS5vcGVyYXRpb25zIl19.lLXtKQpXOXIr4QUOzZ0-bEh_7dvP1YMnMqObLCTeXvU)

I doubt this is normal and its meant to look like this?

Well anyways: contacted the store and would swape it with a new figure, but got a reply today that the 5 others they had, has the same defect, great Neca xD
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 04, 2021, 05:12:41 PM
Not surprised. Their spotty Russian roulette styled QC is legendary at this point. You're lucky if that's your only QC issue, try checking if the front of the dome is aligned correctly.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Jun 05, 2021, 04:31:13 AM
Quality control yields to fancy collector's packaging. Modern toys / collectibles weren't built to last.

Watching a YouTube review on the MAFEX Big Chap figure was entertaining - if only to see the figure come apart at various joints (the toes are particularly weak) - with the gentlest of handling.

Fragile overpriced junk. The likeness was decent, but like NECA, not entirely screen accurate.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 05, 2021, 06:36:06 AM
You're right about fragile and overpriced.

But you are off your rocker, if you think it's not as screen accurate as it gets apart from the paint job, it even comes with the two variations of the head for display.

Spoiler
I have only ever had issues with the left arm coming off, in two figures actually, the right always works as intended.
[close]
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Jun 05, 2021, 07:29:06 AM
A better likeness - and paint job - right here.

Kotobukiya ALIEN statue:

Spoiler
(https://i.postimg.cc/25Phz6Xm/d98f662cf89271e3a3f66009f7212f53.jpg)
[close]

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 05, 2021, 10:00:22 AM
The screen accuracy's about the same, it's just the choice of green I don't quite understand, everything else's pretty much spot on.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Voodoo Magic on Jun 05, 2021, 01:35:16 PM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Jun 05, 2021, 07:29:06 AM
A better likeness - and paint job - right here.

Kotobukiya ALIEN statue:

Spoiler
(https://i.postimg.cc/25Phz6Xm/d98f662cf89271e3a3f66009f7212f53.jpg)
[close]

Yeah this one I really like.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Jun 07, 2021, 10:32:14 AM
Quote from: Voodoo Magic on Jun 05, 2021, 01:35:16 PM
Quote from: Elmazalman on Jun 05, 2021, 07:29:06 AM
A better likeness - and paint job - right here.

Kotobukiya ALIEN statue:

Spoiler
(https://i.postimg.cc/25Phz6Xm/d98f662cf89271e3a3f66009f7212f53.jpg)
[close]

Yeah this one I really like.

It's masterfully sculpted for sure, But I don't like how it imitates a guy in a suit, how its "carapace" wrinkles and bulges.
It's a trend with Big chap I see many collectible manufactures imitate these days. Not a fan. I want my stuff to be accurate but also reflect the intended design. not necessarily exactly what Ridley and co. shot in 79.

I find their Aliens warrior, from the same line, more in my liking for this reason.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Jul 01, 2021, 06:23:20 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jun 04, 2021, 05:12:41 PM
Not surprised. Their spotty Russian roulette styled QC is legendary at this point. You're lucky if that's your only QC issue, try checking if the front of the dome is aligned correctly.
Well as the store never sent a replacement figure.... I opened it and: the dome had several small cracks on the dome after what looks like some tool they used to put the dome attached to the head while the glue dries, and it had small openings between the dome and the head, never attached properly either. the front looked alright, no issues there.
The rest of the body was alright, just the head they f**ked up.

Got myself a new one, no wonder how neca make their money..... and this one is 98% perfect, no gabs between the dome and the head, nicely attached, one small mark from the tool at one place on the head but most people will miss it and I can accept that, the body is perfect. Although I ntoiced this one seem to be in a more soft plastic and less stiff and better allround details. Maybe neca started using a new plastic for their figures or improvment along the line.
Ahh well, at least I have now a perfect alien 40th anniversiary figure with correct white/smooky dome.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Jonesy Not Expendable on Jul 15, 2021, 02:42:07 PM
I have the Kotobukiya displayed in place over the Neca. It's biggest draw back is its size. I have to stand the dude on a box  :P

I hope Neca get around to releasing the rest of the Nostromo crew. It's already an impressive set of figures.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Jul 19, 2021, 06:51:06 PM
New reveal. Nothing I'm personally excited about, but still cool.
https://youtu.be/RZw1wPhlpfQ?t=1855
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jul 19, 2021, 11:42:23 PM
Meh, not a bad repaint, but it smells that Neca ran out of ideas. I´ll get them but please NECA, who don´t you release a new mold of the Alien warrior from AVP Requiem movie?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Jul 22, 2021, 11:21:20 AM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Jul 19, 2021, 11:42:23 PM
Meh, not a bad repaint, but it smells that Neca ran out of ideas. I´ll get them but please NECA, who don´t you release a new mold of the Alien warrior from AVP Requiem movie?
Or the predalien, or the avp warrior and grid alien from avp 2004, queen mother bodyguard alien etc. So many they could rerlease/upgrade or create new ones.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jul 22, 2021, 01:54:41 PM
Quote from: judge death on Jul 22, 2021, 11:21:20 AM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Jul 19, 2021, 11:42:23 PM
Meh, not a bad repaint, but it smells that Neca ran out of ideas. I´ll get them but please NECA, who don´t you release a new mold of the Alien warrior from AVP Requiem movie?
Or the predalien, or the avp warrior and grid alien from avp 2004, queen mother bodyguard alien etc. So many they could rerlease/upgrade or create new ones.

Probably the TMNT IP is the one who sells a lot for Neca, that´s why we got just a few announces about the alien franchise.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Jul 22, 2021, 11:40:05 PM
Seegson Working Joe android, please NECA.

-Windebieste.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Jul 24, 2021, 08:58:21 PM
Quote from: Nukiemorph on Jul 19, 2021, 06:51:06 PM
New reveal. Nothing I'm personally excited about, but still cool.
https://youtu.be/RZw1wPhlpfQ?t=1855

I sleep
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 30, 2021, 02:55:08 PM
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Jul 31, 2021, 05:04:21 PM
i actually like the more movie like paint, im sure covid had problems with any other figures they were working on. ill get all three repaints for sure. but would still love to see something new
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Aug 01, 2021, 02:26:16 PM
Quote from: Vrastal on Jul 31, 2021, 05:04:21 PM
i actually like the more movie like paint, im sure covid had problems with any other figures they were working on. ill get all three repaints for sure. but would still love to see something new

Plausible. Just give them time and we would get the ultimate wolf and predalien in our hands.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 01, 2021, 02:49:10 PM
Yeah just ten more years lol
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Vrastal on Aug 02, 2021, 05:02:27 AM
I personally never liked avpr predalien all that much but it would be nice if it got released, i wouldnt be surprised if hiya toys did one
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 02, 2021, 07:30:32 AM
I'm still holding onto hope for a Dorman PredAlien concept figure.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 02, 2021, 11:18:09 AM
I'd rather have nothing than otherwise in regards to the PredAlien frankly.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Aug 02, 2021, 04:04:25 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Aug 02, 2021, 07:30:32 AM
I'm still holding onto hope for a Dorman PredAlien concept figure.
(https://media1.tenor.com/images/e58d90cc4ecbdf7fd01adb69f3c5e538/tenor.gif)
You and be both!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Aug 02, 2021, 09:32:58 PM
And I just secured one neca predalien, hopefully have it here in a week time :D
Now I just miss a few marines and AVP grid alien, and maybe another resurrection warrior and one avp normal alien warrior due to previous one has small defects from the factory....
And also Ash, brett, parker.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Leggs.obj on Aug 02, 2021, 10:02:27 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Aug 02, 2021, 07:30:32 AM
I'm still holding onto hope for a Dorman PredAlien concept figure.

I sketched something like this back in lockdown and never managed to finish it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Shuriken on Aug 03, 2021, 01:22:01 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 30, 2021, 02:55:08 PM
<iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fnecaofficial%2Fposts%2F4403559116373106&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="784" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe>

What do they mean by updated articulation? Aren't they just repaints, or were they resculpted?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Aug 09, 2021, 12:30:57 AM
Think we'll get Dallas lambert and Kane in regular attire any time soon? Those are my 100% main wants for now.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 09, 2021, 12:19:49 PM
egg-morphed Dallas when??
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 09, 2021, 01:36:22 PM
Updated articulation? Knowing NECA that's probably not true. If it is you will not know in what manner until you get them.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 09, 2021, 03:23:49 PM
From the pictures I've seen, there is no updated articulation I can find, so I don't know what the hell they're talking about.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Aug 09, 2021, 07:55:09 PM
Quote from: The Shuriken on Aug 03, 2021, 01:22:01 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Jul 30, 2021, 02:55:08 PM
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What do they mean by updated articulation? Aren't they just repaints, or were they resculpted?

"Now with upgraded knee hinges that only break right out of the pack 75% of the time."
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Aug 09, 2021, 08:11:23 PM
Quote from: [cancerblack] on Aug 09, 2021, 07:55:09 PM
Quote from: The Shuriken on Aug 03, 2021, 01:22:01 AM
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What do they mean by updated articulation? Aren't they just repaints, or were they resculpted?

"Now with upgraded knee hinges that only break right out of the pack 75% of the time."
You make me cry even more now xD Their quality control....
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Aug 10, 2021, 01:05:39 AM
Quote from: [cancerblack] on Aug 09, 2021, 07:55:09 PM
Quote from: The Shuriken on Aug 03, 2021, 01:22:01 AM
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What do they mean by updated articulation? Aren't they just repaints, or were they resculpted?

"Now with upgraded knee hinges that only break right out of the pack 75% of the time."

You´re so mean  ;D ;D :D :D :D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 10, 2021, 02:22:44 AM
That's what I like

(https://memegenerator.net/img/instances/42966909/you-are-so-mean-and-im-ok-with-that.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Aug 12, 2021, 11:27:24 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Aug 09, 2021, 12:19:49 PM
egg-morphed Dallas when??
Here's a custom I did a LONG time ago using the Aoshima Eggmorphing Brett toy.
It's 1/12 scale. 
https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=139.180
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Aug 14, 2021, 03:32:12 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Aug 12, 2021, 11:27:24 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Aug 09, 2021, 12:19:49 PM
egg-morphed Dallas when??
Here's a custom I did a LONG time ago using the Aoshima Eggmorphing Brett toy.
It's 1/12 scale. 
https://www.avpgalaxy.net/forum/index.php?topic=139.180

Cool!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Aug 19, 2021, 09:24:14 PM
Got my hands finally on the predalien figure :D
Can tell its older neca, near zero options in pose and very limited, the warrior one had better poses and thats bad. Detail wise its alright.

(https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/7d6993df-3d77-4fbb-878f-4afdb136d515/deph0el-db66791f-495b-4086-89f1-38a75fc1338c.jpg/v1/fill/w_774,h_1032,q_70,strp/thumbnail_6d5b1efc_8a46_4241_827f_14715779e3f6_by_warrior1944_deph0el-pre.jpg?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOjdlMGQxODg5ODIyNjQzNzNhNWYwZDQxNWVhMGQyNmUwIiwiaXNzIjoidXJuOmFwcDo3ZTBkMTg4OTgyMjY0MzczYTVmMGQ0MTVlYTBkMjZlMCIsIm9iaiI6W1t7ImhlaWdodCI6Ijw9MTI4MCIsInBhdGgiOiJcL2ZcLzdkNjk5M2RmLTNkNzctNGZiYi04NzhmLTRhZmRiMTM2ZDUxNVwvZGVwaDBlbC1kYjY2NzkxZi00OTViLTQwODYtODlmMS0zOGE3NWZjMTMzOGMuanBnIiwid2lkdGgiOiI8PTk2MCJ9XV0sImF1ZCI6WyJ1cm46c2VydmljZTppbWFnZS5vcGVyYXRpb25zIl19.IInfmNIzdBjTGrk8eSlJnyQNIYZL36uQszGqPj5nOHc)

(https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/7d6993df-3d77-4fbb-878f-4afdb136d515/deph0ef-99d18b81-50b3-4afe-85b2-24c8013126c6.jpg/v1/fill/w_774,h_1032,q_70,strp/thumbnail_87257ee3_f47d_415d_8c6e_0ac33f8cf211_by_warrior1944_deph0ef-pre.jpg?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOjdlMGQxODg5ODIyNjQzNzNhNWYwZDQxNWVhMGQyNmUwIiwiaXNzIjoidXJuOmFwcDo3ZTBkMTg4OTgyMjY0MzczYTVmMGQ0MTVlYTBkMjZlMCIsIm9iaiI6W1t7ImhlaWdodCI6Ijw9MTI4MCIsInBhdGgiOiJcL2ZcLzdkNjk5M2RmLTNkNzctNGZiYi04NzhmLTRhZmRiMTM2ZDUxNVwvZGVwaDBlZi05OWQxOGI4MS01MGIzLTRhZmUtODViMi0yNGM4MDEzMTI2YzYuanBnIiwid2lkdGgiOiI8PTk2MCJ9XV0sImF1ZCI6WyJ1cm46c2VydmljZTppbWFnZS5vcGVyYXRpb25zIl19.RcIRO4EGkjWArbViwUl-OjTbf8CIL6pzlBYr2v347ro)

(https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/7d6993df-3d77-4fbb-878f-4afdb136d515/deph0ea-3db98e14-f7d8-4609-b675-3275215c6ee8.jpg/v1/fill/w_774,h_1032,q_70,strp/thumbnail_c081e3f6_bbd5_4722_940a_ec37439f0470_by_warrior1944_deph0ea-pre.jpg?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOjdlMGQxODg5ODIyNjQzNzNhNWYwZDQxNWVhMGQyNmUwIiwiaXNzIjoidXJuOmFwcDo3ZTBkMTg4OTgyMjY0MzczYTVmMGQ0MTVlYTBkMjZlMCIsIm9iaiI6W1t7ImhlaWdodCI6Ijw9MTI4MCIsInBhdGgiOiJcL2ZcLzdkNjk5M2RmLTNkNzctNGZiYi04NzhmLTRhZmRiMTM2ZDUxNVwvZGVwaDBlYS0zZGI5OGUxNC1mN2Q4LTQ2MDktYjY3NS0zMjc1MjE1YzZlZTguanBnIiwid2lkdGgiOiI8PTk2MCJ9XV0sImF1ZCI6WyJ1cm46c2VydmljZTppbWFnZS5vcGVyYXRpb25zIl19.bNH2g4BDSPeRTI2_kAkyg6dDdopF233jXs0MunqS-cw)

(https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/7d6993df-3d77-4fbb-878f-4afdb136d515/deph0e2-36071ed2-f9df-4a96-927e-e4137d64d6fa.jpg/v1/fill/w_774,h_1032,q_70,strp/thumbnail_d7aaf5a4_2e2c_4ede_8936_6b989fdb91d0_by_warrior1944_deph0e2-pre.jpg?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOjdlMGQxODg5ODIyNjQzNzNhNWYwZDQxNWVhMGQyNmUwIiwiaXNzIjoidXJuOmFwcDo3ZTBkMTg4OTgyMjY0MzczYTVmMGQ0MTVlYTBkMjZlMCIsIm9iaiI6W1t7ImhlaWdodCI6Ijw9MTI4MCIsInBhdGgiOiJcL2ZcLzdkNjk5M2RmLTNkNzctNGZiYi04NzhmLTRhZmRiMTM2ZDUxNVwvZGVwaDBlMi0zNjA3MWVkMi1mOWRmLTRhOTYtOTI3ZS1lNDEzN2Q2NGQ2ZmEuanBnIiwid2lkdGgiOiI8PTk2MCJ9XV0sImF1ZCI6WyJ1cm46c2VydmljZTppbWFnZS5vcGVyYXRpb25zIl19.PGMycEo_c3S-F_pAqo3cdW8EDKCx7vagKzFKADURvgI)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Aug 22, 2021, 09:03:02 AM
(https://i.ibb.co/34QRXnj/F9-DC4504-3-F46-477-C-8-E0-C-EDDF637644-EC.jpg)

What's going on here with my doubles of the neca ultimate Aliens? I smell something bootleggy. I have 2 blue Aliens and two brown. But the paint jobs on all are quite different.

Two of these must be bootlegs. Either that or neca did them a bit differently later on in a different batch.

Whatever the case may be, the one I got today with the metallic brown paint job has got to be, like one of my favourite figures. I absolutely love it. Reminds me of the Kenner scorpion alien, which is a childhood dream come true for me. I do have the neca scorpion alien as well, but I don't like it as much since it wasn't in a movie.

Please Help me in identifying what's going on here.

Thanks
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Aug 22, 2021, 05:49:40 PM
Hard to tell, as they handpaint them I think, and all neca ones I found are different painted and differs, kinda hard to find those who are correctly painted and has a shiny front of the head.
The bootleg ones also varies so from paint jobs its very hard to tell.

From left to right I would be suspicious about nr 2. The rest I cant tell if they are true neca or not.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 22, 2021, 05:58:21 PM
I'm almost certain the first and third alien are bootlegs. The blue one has exactly the same shade as my blue bootleg, and the green-brown one looks exactly like my legit warrior.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Aug 22, 2021, 06:51:37 PM
Yeah the badly painted one in the middle looks exactly like my legit neca warriors. I've never had paint anywhere near as nice looking as the one on the left on a neca product.

Blue could go either way, hard to say in that pic.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Aug 23, 2021, 08:00:37 PM
Thanks so much guys.

Like anything neca-based, the bootlegs certainly would have shattered to pieces if I had not put them in near boiling water before moving any of their parts. But they hold up better, more stable, than the official neca product after the fact. They feel so solid and sturdy.

I don't normally condone buying bootleg merchandise. As it is, I did over pay for the two bootleg Aliens, which came from an eBay seller who delivered directly to my door within my Canadian city. But I love these Aliens very much. I'm not going to be so wary about buying neca bootlegs in the future. I know for a fact that I already own many more neca bootlegs, which are also very good.

Sorry neca... I'm tired of dealing with your obtuse shit.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Aug 23, 2021, 08:06:34 PM
I'm considering repainting my Neca Runner, but I gotta ask - has anyone successfully straightened out the tail blade? It came badly bent, unsurprisingly, but boiling water only fixes it for a few minutes before it goes back to the curved/bent shape. If it's just not going to be fixable I might not bother with the repaint.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 23, 2021, 08:31:11 PM
I believe it's possible since that part is thinner and a more bendable plastic. I have successfully permanently bent the fingers on my Big Chap for a more aggressive pose using a hair dryer, but have failed to straighten the legs or some warped back tubes.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Aug 23, 2021, 08:42:18 PM
Unfortunately I think it'll be closer to the back tubes since it's the bendy rubber they do the tails with.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Leggs.obj on Aug 27, 2021, 10:52:54 PM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1431015400024719360?s=20

New Kenner Xenos on the horizon
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9v862PWYAQDFHS?format=jpg&name=medium)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Aug 27, 2021, 11:01:31 PM
Had been really waiting for the Panther. Can't say it was worth the wait lol.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Predboy on Aug 28, 2021, 02:27:46 PM
Quote from: Leggs.stl on Aug 27, 2021, 10:52:54 PM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1431015400024719360?s=20

New Kenner Xenos on the horizon
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9v862PWYAQDFHS?format=jpg&name=medium)

Might be a hard pass on this one. I was excited at first but now the more I see it the more I see how lazy it looks with all the recycling from the dog alien they did. Not to mention overall, it just doesn't look very good to me.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Leggs.obj on Aug 28, 2021, 06:04:48 PM
They ARE incredibly silly, but I LOVE silly colored xenomorphs. Both of these are gonna find their way into my shelf. ;D ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Aug 28, 2021, 06:28:17 PM
Quote from: Leggs.stl on Aug 27, 2021, 10:52:54 PM
https://twitter.com/NECA_TOYS/status/1431015400024719360?s=20

New Kenner Xenos on the horizon
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E9v862PWYAQDFHS?format=jpg&name=medium)

f**k yes! Had the Panther as a kid so I'll be buying both!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Aug 28, 2021, 09:34:24 PM

f**k yes! Had the Panther as a kid so I'll be buying both!
[/quote]
Same here - I had the Panther Alien so I'm looking forward to getting both versions (I'll tweak the colours a bit to more film colours - but still be different variants)
I'm excited to see the parasite feature.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 28, 2021, 11:08:46 PM
Oh man definitely getting that Panther
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Aug 29, 2021, 01:51:18 AM
Quote from: Neomorph-01 on Aug 28, 2021, 09:34:24 PM

f**k yes! Had the Panther as a kid so I'll be buying both!
Same here - I had the Panther Alien so I'm looking forward to getting both versions (I'll tweak the colours a bit to more film colours - but still be different variants)
I'm excited to see the parasite feature.
[/quote]

Nice! So will you be tweaking the Panther or Night Cougar?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Aug 29, 2021, 01:53:40 AM
Didn't have either until finishing my collection in my late 20's. They look good, but no nostalgia for me. Pass.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Aug 29, 2021, 12:30:51 PM
Ya I had the scorpion, snake and Panther growing up and I always wanted the whole Kenner collection so I'm totally fulfilling a childhood dream by buying every Kenner remake from Neca.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Aug 30, 2021, 05:50:23 PM
Quote from: Xiggz456 on Aug 29, 2021, 01:51:18 AM
So will you be tweaking the Panther or Night Cougar?

Both, I'll have the Panther tweaked into more Dog Alien colours - brown with more bronze instead of the gold and keep the orange cranial covering.
Night Cougar I'll tweak into more Warrior Xeno colours (I'm working on the Rhino Alien repaint by tweaking the colours to Warrior colours).
Variety of colours to represent different Hives perhaps?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Aug 30, 2021, 05:51:10 PM
I like it, but after the recycled Runner comments and taking a look at the $40 price tag I can't say that I love it. Certainly not as much as some of the other Kenner figures they've done. I was hoping for something a little longer and sleeker. But it doesn't look bad by any means.

I'd still like to get it as I want to ideally get all the Kenner ones they release (I'm still kicking myself for not getting the Gorilla when I had the chance), but if it's too expensive then I may end up giving this one a miss.

I'd also only be getting the Panther too rather than the Night Cougar as well, even though that's also true to what Kenner did originally with their figures.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 31, 2021, 08:48:15 AM
(https://media1.giphy.com/media/tXL4FHPSnVJ0A/source.gif)

Still waiting on my Bull.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Aug 31, 2021, 08:21:59 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Aug 31, 2021, 08:48:15 AM
Still waiting on my Bull.

Must... resist...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Sep 02, 2021, 12:30:52 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Aug 31, 2021, 08:48:15 AM
https://media1.giphy.com/media/tXL4FHPSnVJ0A/source.gif

Still waiting on my Bull.
hear hear
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Sep 27, 2021, 10:18:49 PM
So I've decided I hate neca's Alien queens.

Granted, they look almost perfect. Quality control seems not bad. But:

The dorsal fin things for her back stay on so poorly that I won't even use them.
Same with the inner jaw attachments. Won't use them.
Then she won't even stand well, despite the stand base she comes with. I'm basically beyond trying to display this pos now. Totally pointless.

What a horrible figure. I also have a genocide queen in box. I've had one loose in the past and I know from experience that it's the same deal. I'm going to sell it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Sep 28, 2021, 06:33:11 AM
My queen stands very well. Of course she drops from time to time, but just the way it is. Try using some glue into the joints and move until it's dry. The tubes should sit tighter, but still be able to move or remove from socket.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Sep 30, 2021, 04:59:42 PM
The Queen is a frustrating love hate relationship. The fins suck, I used to fight with them, but now, they are just in a baggy. The Queen usually stands really tall on her hind legs with her tail supporting her. You can't really do it any other way without the stand. She has gotten quite loose over time, but still stands with her tail. She looks great, but isn't quite as usable as I'd like without a lot of patience.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Sep 30, 2021, 06:41:22 PM
When I get back home I'll take few recent photos of my Queen. She has all spikes and standing well.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Sep 30, 2021, 06:52:22 PM
Mine stand pretty well too but yes those back spikes is a pain to get them to stick, but I used some padding inside the holes so the pegs stay in better, and well with joints getting loose, that is what happens when a figure of this size and I would claim neca plastic joints, carries the weight.
I got myself a neca display stand and use that to lift her up at the rear of the figure, like the stand that comes with her do in the front. Her joints is like brand new due to they dont really carry any weight:

(https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/7d6993df-3d77-4fbb-878f-4afdb136d515/deicxq1-b9a0a63c-713a-46e4-b54e-35065bc652b0.jpg/v1/fill/w_1032,h_774,q_70,strp/7338b92e_0859_4bf9_a37e_ad2e6d5d1aad_by_warrior1944_deicxq1-pre.jpg?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOjdlMGQxODg5ODIyNjQzNzNhNWYwZDQxNWVhMGQyNmUwIiwiaXNzIjoidXJuOmFwcDo3ZTBkMTg4OTgyMjY0MzczYTVmMGQ0MTVlYTBkMjZlMCIsIm9iaiI6W1t7ImhlaWdodCI6Ijw9OTYwIiwicGF0aCI6IlwvZlwvN2Q2OTkzZGYtM2Q3Ny00ZmJiLTg3OGYtNGFmZGIxMzZkNTE1XC9kZWljeHExLWI5YTBhNjNjLTcxM2EtNDZlNC1iNTRlLTM1MDY1YmM2NTJiMC5qcGciLCJ3aWR0aCI6Ijw9MTI4MCJ9XV0sImF1ZCI6WyJ1cm46c2VydmljZTppbWFnZS5vcGVyYXRpb25zIl19.mMqdtLOOEtD5SmBjhNOG1QBgjksnb111cn3I3IIwfdU)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Oct 01, 2021, 09:26:56 PM
I actually got my queen set up, finally, once again, with the shorter stand. Still difficult, but it's cool because she looks like she's running.

Anyway, does anyone else think that less is more - especially when it comes to alien collections? Unless you have mad space available they can look so cluttered and similar. Right now I have a small display with most of my collection packed away. It looks much better.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Oct 02, 2021, 10:35:03 PM
StayFrosty I know what you mean about cluttered displays.
I don't have space for permanent displays - but I have created a diorama of the atmosphere processor/hive that I use for photography (I need to upgrade the lighting for that) and keep all the collections in BIG tubs (one for Queens, one for warriors, one for drones, one for hybrids, one for military humans, one for civilian humans, etc.)
That way when I get a new figure or new repaint/custom I can set it up within the diorama for photos (better than seeing my wardrobe in the background).

ps. I am planning on creating some more dioramas that can assemble/disassemble easily for storage - one will be the egg sack for the Queen, so should give support  (I'm looking into options for materials) that diorama piece can then slot into the side of the existing diorama.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Oct 03, 2021, 10:59:04 AM
This is my display of Her Majesty
(https://i.imgur.com/XQ3zFrD.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/iAEVHb2.jpeg)

I combined stand for one of NECA ships and Queens own support.  It stands like this for very very long time.

The biggest problem I have is with They Live alien lady. She can't stand at all...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Oct 04, 2021, 02:25:44 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Oct 01, 2021, 09:26:56 PM
Anyway, does anyone else think that less is more - especially when it comes to alien collections? Unless you have mad space available they can look so cluttered and similar. Right now I have a small display with most of my collection packed away. It looks much better.

If NECA weren't so damned pricey here, I'd go for a queen and a half dozen warriors then call it a day.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Dec 11, 2021, 02:14:30 AM
Is it just me or is this line totally dead mostly... mostly?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Dec 11, 2021, 05:33:33 AM
4 all new figures coming, apparently...

https://twitter.com/neca_toys/status/1465459699193683974
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Dec 11, 2021, 01:39:44 PM
Maybe Drake!? Or an Apone figure?  :o
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Dec 11, 2021, 03:35:50 PM
Back in April, they mentioned some upcoming stuff being from the expanded universe.

Figures from some of the novels would be great, but I wouldn't be surprised if they were Fireteam Elite figures - prowler, spitter, burster, etc.

Hopefully they aren't from the Marvel comics line...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Dec 11, 2021, 08:45:46 PM
Id love Betty's Crew.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Dec 12, 2021, 05:08:09 AM
Getting the 16 characters from Aliens is my ultimate goal, I doubt it'll ever happen, but there's hope...
The last 3 in regular Nostromo outfits from Alien is my #2 goal...I am pretty sure that will happen.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 12, 2021, 07:37:05 AM
Quote from: Master on Dec 11, 2021, 08:45:46 PM
Id love Betty's Crew.
At least give me Johner.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Dec 12, 2021, 09:37:41 AM
Johner but also Christy and Vriess with his wheelchair are must have for me. Hell, I'd bite for Elgyn, Distephano even Hillard too.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 13, 2021, 02:53:09 AM
No Call? :P
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Dec 13, 2021, 08:18:24 AM
Yeah, call too. Forgot about toster.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 15, 2021, 02:33:52 AM
I'd buy Johner, then Call, then maybe Elgyn, and I'm not really interested in the others. Vriess might be neat but the only way to do him right is to give him the chair, and that would triple his price because of the volume of plastic needed to do it right.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 15, 2021, 08:40:30 AM
I'm never really keen on NECA's human figures. The likeness isn't quite there for me - or the QC on the likeness/paint.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Dec 16, 2021, 01:36:13 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Dec 15, 2021, 08:40:30 AM
I'm never really keen on NECA's human figures. The likeness isn't quite there for me - or the QC on the likeness/paint.
Depends on the human. I liked their Ripley figures for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th movies, I like David although he isn't quite right, I like their Back to the Future 1955 Doc Brown figure, their Sin City figures were great, Vasquez, Burke, and Hudson are all great. Their Arnold figures (Commando, Predator, Terminator) have all been great. The newer Pinhead figure is fantastic.

They've had some misses though. Ash looks like Phil Collins for some reason, their Hicks never looked right to me, Amanda Ripley doesn't quite look like she does in the game (but she *does* look a little like Sigourney Weaver, which the game version didn't), MacReady from 'The Thing' isn't quite right

What I'm saying is that NECA human figures are a land of contrasts.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sol on Jan 15, 2022, 10:40:39 PM
I just want a Flying Queen Alien.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Jan 21, 2022, 05:35:20 AM
NECA has teased a new Alien figure we'll probably see tomorrow for Facehugger Friday.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Z0CJX0RL/63387-CDF-D61-D-422-B-AE81-4-AA7-E9129-BAE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Z0CJX0RL)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Jan 21, 2022, 06:17:51 AM
Kind of looks like the tail of Kenner's swarm alien...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kradan on Jan 21, 2022, 07:25:24 AM
Looks like Runner's tail to me
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Jan 21, 2022, 07:36:55 AM
It's similar, but without going and getting mine out of storage I'm pretty sure it's a different sculpt.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sol on Jan 21, 2022, 12:58:52 PM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Jan 21, 2022, 05:35:20 AM
NECA has teased a new Alien figure we'll probably see tomorrow for Facehugger Friday.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Z0CJX0RL/63387-CDF-D61-D-422-B-AE81-4-AA7-E9129-BAE.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Z0CJX0RL)

Very exciting. Can't wait to see what it is.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jan 21, 2022, 01:24:06 PM
(https://thumbs.worthpoint.com/zoom/images3/1/0416/21/dog-alien-figure-xenomorph-runner_1_b1875a28f4742796a0befb750168a559.jpg)

Just for reference purposes.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Jan 28, 2022, 11:01:20 PM
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jan 29, 2022, 11:33:44 AM
Quote from: RidgeTop on Jan 28, 2022, 11:01:20 PM
https://www.instagram.com/p/CZSfS_9qnOG/
wasn't this supposed to be out this month? I was hoping for somthing new. Il probly get this since instill have my original but I don't think I'll bother with the panther. I have always loved the black and red but thd original had a silver dome and parasite.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 30, 2022, 04:35:35 AM
Passing on the Night Cougar, still definitely getting the Panther.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Feb 01, 2022, 04:46:01 AM
I'm actually gonna do the opposite and skip panther in favor of night cougar. I like the darker pattern more
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Feb 11, 2022, 03:57:35 AM
Damn guys so I managed to snag a Scorpion Alien and Rhino Alien V1 that somehow sat unsold all this time at a Target. Now I want the whole Neca Kenner line of aliens (still not sure if I want the humans yet). I see that a few EBay places have the Queen Facehugger and Snake Alien for sale at almost MSRP, but they're from China. Do you guys think they're fake/knock-offs. And I can't find the Gorilla or Mantis Aliens anywhere for a decent price. Here's any other Target's/local comic shops near me might have them. Anyone else know where I might find them?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Feb 13, 2022, 03:48:35 AM
If they're on ebay for MSRP and from China, they're almost certainly knock-offs.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Feb 13, 2022, 08:52:55 PM
Not that that makes much difference with NECA QC.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Feb 15, 2022, 09:24:35 AM
To be fair...the knock off paints seem worse...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Feb 15, 2022, 10:19:18 PM
People keep saying that, but the paintjobs on most of my legit NECA Aliens have been dire. Really thick, gluggy paint obscuring detail and fusing joints etc. I've seen plenty of photos of knockoffs, some even posted here iirc, with better paint than at least half of my real ones.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Feb 15, 2022, 10:24:49 PM
I have 17 neca figures and 1 knockoff celtic predator.

The paint job on the knockoff is far worse than any of my other figures. Also the materials it's made of seem to be of a cheaper quality

Not to say neca has good paint jobs, just that the fake one is noticeably worse.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Feb 15, 2022, 10:31:30 PM
Maybe I've just had terrible luck, but I've got 11 NECA figures and the only one I'd consider to be acceptable quality on both assembly and paint is the 1/4 scale Predator Elder.

The two standard preds have atrociously misaligned paint and most of the Aliens have serious assembly issues (big gaps, outright glued joints - not just stiff or paint flooded, bent limbs that heating only fixes for a few minutes, etc) and really lousy paintwork.

And this is after having had the very worst offenders replaced (which had things like missing parts, four left handed dorsal tubes etc).
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Feb 15, 2022, 10:33:46 PM
My timing is no good lol I edited my post to mention that the paint job on the necas are not good just better than the fake one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Feb 15, 2022, 10:53:53 PM
Well depends but as some say: necas own paintjob and quality on their stuff is a hit or miss thing and depends heavily on who in the factory put it together and painted it. Some are painted very badly while some are really well painted.
From 6 of my aliens warriors from neca, 2 have a terrible paintjob, 2 acceptable level and 2 which looks like they should. Only 2 have good joints and are perfect, rest have imperfections....

The knock offs: Most of them are made in the same factory after they closed, by workers making extra molds and then put it together either there if no one sees them or at their homes. And same here: if the person making it is good then the knock off is very close to the real thing, but then there are those who make a ton of those knock offs and is lazy and you end up with bad knock offs....

Then you have the true knock offs: people who make their own copies of these and they are even worse.


I also noticed:
Necas xenomorph figures and the more advanced figures often have worse quality than their more simple human figures where I havent encountered same amount of problems, my guess is they produce these figures in way too fast pace to allow those who work to take the proper time making them, and necas own quality control miss a lot, but thats a theory of mine.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Feb 15, 2022, 11:07:17 PM
Agree with your theory, and I'm also glad you brought up that most of the "knockoffs" come from the same moulds in the same factory being operated by the same people.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kradan on Feb 15, 2022, 11:13:50 PM
Huh. Makes sense
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Feb 16, 2022, 12:28:11 AM
Thanks for the replys. Yeah, I decided to pony up the cash and get the authentic figures for 2-3x MSRP/Knock-off price. Worth it, though, none of them have any bad paint jobs. And Mantis Alien is frickin amazing. I must've lucked out because all his limbs are sturdy (for now, still gonna get a stand for him) and he can hold all the poses I make, which I read was a problem as many people say he has loose joints.

QUESTION, is there any way to fix a loose inner-jaw??? The one for my Scorpion Alien is completely loose and flops all the way out if I just tilt the figure forward...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Feb 16, 2022, 01:45:02 AM
Quote from: [cancerblack] on Feb 15, 2022, 11:07:17 PM
Agree with your theory, and I'm also glad you brought up that most of the "knockoffs" come from the same moulds in the same factory being operated by the same people.

My Celtic knockoff is not made like the rest of my Neca figures, If it was in the same factory then this guy must have been cobbled together from scraps.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Feb 16, 2022, 02:26:52 AM
Quote from: 426Buddy on Feb 16, 2022, 01:45:02 AM
Quote from: [cancerblack] on Feb 15, 2022, 11:07:17 PM
Agree with your theory, and I'm also glad you brought up that most of the "knockoffs" come from the same moulds in the same factory being operated by the same people.

My Celtic knockoff is not made like the rest of my Neca figures, If it was in the same factory then this guy must have been cobbled together from scraps.
Read my comment: there are also the true knock offs, made not by the factory etc but made in their own whatever shed they use and use their own plastic to make them, those are the worst knock offs to get and falls apart easily and looks terrible. xD
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Feb 26, 2022, 06:12:35 AM
I just realized something, my Scorpion Alien didn't come with a minicomic. I know its official because I bought it at Target. Is that a common thing? I looked on eBay and it seems that some come with comics and don't. Was this a production change? Or did Neca's Wonder Quality Control strike again?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: lightsyder on Feb 26, 2022, 02:12:36 PM
Quote from: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Feb 26, 2022, 06:12:35 AM
I just realized something, my Scorpion Alien didn't come with a minicomic. I know its official because I bought it at Target. Is that a common thing? I looked on eBay and it seems that some come with comics and don't. Was this a production change? Or did Neca's Wonder Quality Control strike again?

If the mini comics were printed by dark horse it might be because they lost the license.  Any new runs might not be able to use them.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Mar 13, 2022, 01:01:04 AM
Been silent from Neca for a long time now about any new alien figures, when can we expect statements on new releases?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Mar 14, 2022, 11:36:30 PM
Quote from: lightsyder on Feb 26, 2022, 02:12:36 PM
Quote from: A_Sexual_Tyrannosaurus on Feb 26, 2022, 06:12:35 AM
I just realized something, my Scorpion Alien didn't come with a minicomic. I know its official because I bought it at Target. Is that a common thing? I looked on eBay and it seems that some come with comics and don't. Was this a production change? Or did Neca's Wonder Quality Control strike again?

If the mini comics were printed by dark horse it might be because they lost the license.  Any new runs might not be able to use them.
do the bootleg comics still say printed in Canada? Was there ever a bootleg of the orange rhino  alien I have to from diferant stores ( that one order was canceled since it took almost a year to ship. Both lack the yellow dry brushing one their heads and the hip joints are black instead of orange. I've seen both versions in online reviews but I'm wondering if it's a bootleg. One was from a proper store the other was from an online tit store in Toronto.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Adamantiumhip on Mar 20, 2022, 06:34:49 AM
Quote from: judge death on Mar 13, 2022, 01:01:04 AM
Been silent from Neca for a long time now about any new alien figures, when can we expect statements on new releases?

They seem to be winding it down unfortunately.

I had hoped for more retro kenner style figures
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Mar 20, 2022, 04:41:08 PM
We should allow them. They have been cranking them out for over 10 years. they have done  EVERYTHING and beyond:P
I salute NECA.

Just wait to see who else grabs the opportunity to fill that market void.
Hiya has been killing it lately.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Mar 28, 2022, 06:09:15 AM
Shocked they didn't complete the Nostromo crew in their non space suit outfits as they obviously have the likeness rights. They were trying to get a couple more Aliens marines out (Drake, Apone), but I guess it didn't work out...
The collection is absolutely fantastic, yes, but I want more!
I imagine they'll do figures off of the new show/movie if they happen.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Mar 28, 2022, 09:18:34 AM
Give it to another company hopefully Hasbro instead please for the love of God, their face printing tech alone blows NECA out of the water completely, and a decent schedule.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Mar 28, 2022, 09:10:08 PM
Disagreed. Hasbro would use one body for the entire Nostromo crew, MAYBE a 2nd body for the females.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Mar 28, 2022, 10:28:20 PM
You mean just like the Prometheus figures then?

Yeah and we'd actually get them, and their faces would be good, and wouldn't break immediately.

And still no Wolf or PredAlien after fifteen years now?

Time to give it to someone who gives a toss.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Mar 30, 2022, 01:48:50 AM
They released Wolf and the PredAlien 15 years ago.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: JokersWarPig on Mar 30, 2022, 02:58:13 AM
NECA has turned into a TMNT machine unfortunately. Once they finish Lost Tribe I will probably be done with them completely if there's no word on more movie marines or more comics xenos.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Mar 30, 2022, 07:42:59 AM
Yep agreed.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Mar 30, 2022, 11:42:24 AM
Yep, me too, but there´s "Prey" coming, but who knows? Probably NECA will lost the rights of both Alien/Predator franchise. My biggest issue is we would never see an Ultimate version of the AVP requiem monster cast and no Apone or Drake figures. :-\
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kane's other son on Mar 30, 2022, 12:13:29 PM
On one hand, I really want to get all the Nostromo crew. On the other hand, even if they did release all the figures, most of them would never reach stores around here. I still haven't found a flight suit Ripley.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SuperiorIronman on Mar 30, 2022, 01:33:51 PM
Quote from: bobcunk on Mar 30, 2022, 01:48:50 AM
They released Wolf and the PredAlien 15 years ago.

An Ultimate was brought up and they still haven't released them. Not sure whose at fault for that be it the license holders or Neca themselves. But updated figures are long overdue. And it's not like the original figures are easy to get ahold of or as if they're incredibly articulated either. They're one of if not the first things they did and it shows. They can keep releasing repaints but wont try to move figures people keep asking for.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Mar 30, 2022, 09:30:36 PM
They could easily release a ultimate version of the AVPR warrior if they wanted, they did in fact with the so called sewer alien that is that figure repainted brown, and has way more articulation. Just need to repaint it.

I still have that one and the predalien one, but they are more statues and yes they are expensive like hell to get hold of now.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Apr 01, 2022, 10:12:19 PM
NECA Fireteam Elite Aliens figures announcement:
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cb0w4maP29O/?utm_medium=copy_link
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 01, 2022, 10:54:22 PM
That's what it took for us to get a symmetrical Runner then? Fair enough. Hope they also do the Warrior and Drone.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Apr 01, 2022, 11:17:57 PM
Series 1? Nice, so more are possible. I guess this is what was taking forever to get approved. Surprised they redid the whole dog alien for this! Like the sculpt, though I'll need to see it in reviews first. Now I know why the cougar had newly sculpted legs, it was for reuse in these figures. Maybe they'll redo the drone and warrior? That would be cool, not to mention the Praetorian or Crusher would be an instant buy for me. I'd flip if they do the marines but I doubt that'll happen. But single jointed elbows? Really? Why are we going backwards with articulation? It took forever to get the double joint to Big Chap, now they're going back? And don't tell me it's for support for being on all fours. The heavy Rhino xeno had double jointed elbows. Is it cost related reasons? Too busy with their stupid TMNT line to throw some money at the Alien or Predator line?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Apr 02, 2022, 01:20:08 AM
You're welcome?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Apr 02, 2022, 01:55:07 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Apr 01, 2022, 10:12:19 PM
NECA Fireteam Elite Aliens figures announcement:
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cb0w4maP29O/?utm_medium=copy_link

(https://i.kym-cdn.com/entries/icons/mobile/000/025/376/DJrmQ8yV4AA9JjX.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Apr 02, 2022, 02:31:25 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Apr 02, 2022, 01:20:08 AM
You're welcome?

Appreciate you posting, but typically we thank for the news in a post if the forum comment was the first place we saw it or if we were tipped off. Wasn't the case here.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Apr 02, 2022, 02:50:00 AM
BigBadToyStore.com has packaging images.

I've grown to love the prowler design, so I'm excited.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Apr 02, 2022, 03:10:15 AM
Ahh awesome :D
Well I know what I will be saving for now, and also cry when I realise I will need to buy even more display stands xD

Not sure if the runner version differs from the ultimate version they released earlier, will have to check reviews of it, but the prowler I will get asap. Its the warrior version of the dog alien, so it will be great to have in my collection. :D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: The Shuriken on Apr 02, 2022, 03:51:46 AM
Probably shouldn't expect them make any FTE marines huh?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Apr 02, 2022, 05:27:23 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 01, 2022, 10:54:22 PM
That's what it took for us to get a symmetrical Runner then? Fair enough. Hope they also do the Warrior and Drone.
Quote from: Sabres21768 on Apr 01, 2022, 10:12:19 PM
NECA Fireteam Elite Aliens figures announcement:
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cb0w4maP29O/?utm_medium=copy_link
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 01, 2022, 10:54:22 PM
That's what it took for us to get a symmetrical Runner then? Fair enough. Hope they also do the Warrior and Drone.
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 01, 2022, 10:54:22 PM
That's what it took for us to get a symmetrical Runner then? Fair enough. Hope they also do the Warrior and Drone.
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 01, 2022, 10:54:22 PM
That's what it took for us to get a symmetrical Runner then? Fair enough. Hope they also do the Warrior and Drone.
What do you mean by symetrical?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 02, 2022, 08:15:36 AM
Their film version's an asymmetrical mess.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 02, 2022, 08:23:18 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 02, 2022, 08:15:36 AM
Their film version's an asymmetrical mess.
I genuinely never noticed. How so?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 02, 2022, 10:00:14 AM
I'm using this as an example, but it rings true of the Kotobukiya version as well, the film's Runner's got asymmetrical features in the detailing in the texture but not in the overall shape. In that way it is as symmetrical as the Warrior and Drone before it.

(https://www.sideshow.com/storage/product-images/9032271/dog-alien-deluxe_alien-3_gallery_5c4d1113f3b6a.jpg)
(https://www.sideshow.com/storage/product-images/9032271/dog-alien-deluxe_alien-3_gallery_5c4d1115b50d9.jpg)
(https://www.sideshow.com/storage/product-images/9032271/dog-alien-deluxe_alien-3_gallery_5c4d1117669ba.jpg)
(https://www.sideshow.com/storage/product-images/9032271/dog-alien-deluxe_alien-3_gallery_5c4d10f724db0.jpg)

See the way even though each side of the head has slightly different details, ditto for the arms and legs, overall it's very symmetrical?

That's not true of NECA's offering.
(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/11/Ultimate-Alien-3-Dog-Alien-019.jpg)

It's much more messy looking than either the suit or rod puppet the Prime 1 statue more faithfully accurately represents. The sculptor with NECA made the bizarre choice to make each arm and leg completely different looking in both shape and detailing from one and other. But that's not all.
The head itself's dome's also slanted to one side.

(https://www.figures.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/DSCN5202.jpg)

You can see here it's almost sliding to the left. It's not that even round shape from the front that it is meant to be.

(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/11/Ultimate-Alien-3-Dog-Alien-025.jpg)
Consequently the right side of the head's fairly accurate with that lovely almost semicircular curve where the flesh meets the dome but... the right arm's not, especially where it meets the elbow.

(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/11/Ultimate-Alien-3-Dog-Alien-034.jpg)
With the left side, you can see not only's the detail lacking and incorrect, at the back of the dome it begins in a curve and then goes mostly in a very slight curve that's almost a straight line by comparison to the other side of the head. Then look at the left arm where it meets the elbow and you will see it is much more accurate.

The rod puppet for good measure.
(https://www.yourprops.com/movieprops/original/yp52618861e216a5.45982207/Alien-3-ADI-Alien-3-Rod-Puppet-Maquette-2.jpg)
(https://www.yourprops.com/movieprops/original/yp52618861d74424.92155515/Alien-3-ADI-Alien-3-Rod-Puppet-Maquette-1.jpg)
(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/65/de/fe/65defe04512c11fcb0603ac0af160065.jpg)

The only thing NECA gets right that Prime 1 does wrong's the details on each shoulder, that you can also see done correctly on the Kotobukiya, the only representation I know of to get every detail and shape
completely correct.
(https://en.kotobukiya.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/SV160_ap_dogalien2-800x534.jpg)
(https://en.kotobukiya.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/SV160_ap_dogalien5-800x534.jpg)
(https://img-9gag-fun.9cache.com/photo/aXjR9gD_460s.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: khas on Apr 02, 2022, 10:46:21 AM
Hello, does anyone know what date the last marine was released?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Apr 02, 2022, 01:52:40 PM
Unexpected, but cool announcement! I've always liked how much the Prowler was reminiscent of a Kenner figure, and now it's going to be the next closest thing!

Kinda strange for them to mark these as "series 1" though. Have they ever done actual numbered "sub-series" within their Alien and Predator lines before like this? Obviously they've got stuff like the Kenner remakes, but those have never been numbered as far as I've noticed.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 02, 2022, 02:19:32 PM
Beautiful stuff.

(https://bbts1.azureedge.net/images/p/full/2022/04/0b2ecccf-2e66-472e-814a-853ce5dbc3ee.jpg)
(https://bbts1.azureedge.net/images/p/full/2022/04/47d5ced1-de80-4a0d-b59b-68f13d06330e.jpg)
(https://bbts1.azureedge.net/images/p/full/2022/04/05300940-24c1-40cb-a0a5-4cdeb36ed6c2.jpg)
(https://bbts1.azureedge.net/images/p/full/2022/04/b53ce037-8137-4392-b4b2-4f49991cbf79.jpg)
(https://bbts1.azureedge.net/images/p/full/2022/04/4652a018-7ad8-4014-b3b4-a75c4998ecf3.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Apr 02, 2022, 05:27:31 PM
Unexpected, but welcome.
Now, what about an ultimate predalien, Neca? ???
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 02, 2022, 05:42:15 PM
Never ever ever probably.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 02, 2022, 09:55:26 PM
I guess I never noticed the asymmetry. I'm still not quite seeing it I think or maybe the NECA figure just doesn't bother me, I still like the Ultimate version quite a bit.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 02, 2022, 11:28:10 PM
Yeah I figured you'd say that. I have actually explained this all, before I'm pretty sure. It just does not flow like the film version does. That elegance's completely missing, NECA tends to do decent representations.

But of their original three film Alien ones, there's something off about each of them frankly, it's just more obviously off with the Runner than the Warrior or the Drone.

But where credit's due, the Eggs, the Facehuggers, the Chestbursters, the Predators, they nearly always nail, and they nailed the Alien Resurrection and the AVP Aliens and the Queen itself, and the Fireteam stuff looks good so far, and of course their interpretations of stuff that did not exist prior's just purely creative license.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 03, 2022, 04:38:21 AM
No I mean, I can appreciate an in-depth deep dive into how accurate/not accurate a piece of merchandise is (I've planned something similar with Narcissus merchandise for a while, but god knows if I'll ever actually get around to it), and I'm acknowledging that in some ways I'm just not seeing it but then again I'm also probably not looking as closely as you are. For some people, "good enough" is exactly that, and for others it isn't.

Like you seem to be praising the Fireteam figures but don't care for the baseline Ultimate Runner, but to my eye they seem to share a lot of parts? I can see that the upper arms are different (because the Fireteam one isn't double-jointed at the elbow), and maybe the feet are different, and I'm guessing the head is different, but it looks like a lot of stuff is the same. Almost to the point that I was hesitant to preorder it because I was having trouble telling what they changed. Frankly I'm interested to see comparison photos (or if nothing else, getting the Fireteam one in-hand) to see how different they are and if I end up having "buyer's remorse" because they're too similar.

Like I remember your posts about how the NECA Drone isn't accurate and that one was a lot more obvious to my eye than it is with the Runner.

I'm not saying the problems aren't there, just that I'm genuinely having trouble seeing them (or they're not egregious enough to trip me off, maybe).

I think your comparison might have been more effective if you had genuine side-by-side pictures of NECA vs the movie, with relevant bits circled/highlighted/pointed out or whatever. Like yeah that's a ton more work and I'm probably not worth convincing since I already said I think the NECA version is "good enough" to my eye, but I would genuinely like to see the differences; as it stands, having to scroll back and forth between the NECA pics and the rod puppet pics and then try to use your text as a guide just isn't helping me see the problems very much.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: khas on Apr 03, 2022, 11:53:11 AM
It seems surreal to me. They have been saying for years that they are going to launch new marines, including Drake from Aliens, and they only offer us aliens with the same molds as always...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Apr 03, 2022, 11:56:31 AM
Quote from: khas on Apr 03, 2022, 11:53:11 AM
It seems surreal to me. They have been saying for years that they are going to launch new marines, including Drake from Aliens, and they only offer us aliens with the same molds as always...
Wait to 2026 for the 40th anniversiary is my bet when they come around to do it. xD
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 03, 2022, 12:00:29 PM
It's actually not the same moulds, apart from perhaps the hands and the feet, they are entirely new.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Apr 03, 2022, 04:11:06 PM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 02, 2022, 11:28:10 PM
But of their original three film Alien ones, there's something off about each of them frankly, it's just more obviously off with the Runner than the Warrior or the Drone.

Yep, I was surprised to see the Runner so accurate to the game's model here and I wonder if they actually used it to make the molds via 3D printing.

The 'Stompy' they did from Isolation never really looked right, as it's not just Big Chap with longer legs but there are some key structural differences in the body and head. These two, however, look spot on. I would've expected just a recycled Dog Alien but that's not the case here.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 04, 2022, 09:04:22 AM
Yeah hopefully this will be a sign of things to come then.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Apr 04, 2022, 01:58:58 PM
Let´s rejoice, it means that NECA still has the Aliens license  :)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PAS Spinelli on Apr 05, 2022, 03:16:54 AM
As someone who messed around with this model over at blender, I can 100% confirm this mold is directly made off the ingame model and not some lazy retool like some suggested
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Adamantiumhip on Apr 05, 2022, 09:05:10 PM
I would honestly like a marine or two from the game.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Apr 06, 2022, 07:44:18 AM
I'd be all over some Alpha/Beta figures myself.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Adamantiumhip on Apr 06, 2022, 07:48:32 AM
Nice call Hicks! For sure. And maybe just some marines based on some of the skins.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Apr 07, 2022, 11:25:29 PM
I've finally got a Panther Xenomorph - love the design (especially the parasite creature - can see that as something created by the Engineer pathogen).
I'm looking forward to repainting it in film colours (Dog Xenomorph palette with a dry-brush of dark bronze on the top) I'll post pictures when it is done. I see the Panther Xenomorphs as pack hunters (attacking in Runner packs) and Night Cougar Xenomorph as a lone hunter (I'm getting this one next - and repaint it in subtler dark colours, more Big Chap palette).

The Aliens: Fireteam Xenos are going to be fun to collect (I'll definitely photo some images of Runner packs with Prowler and Panther Xenos among them).
I hope Neca makes the remaining Kenner homage Xenomorphs.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sol on Apr 08, 2022, 12:34:07 PM
Looking forward to the Drone/Warrior (I think they utilized the same body in the game), and the Praetorian.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Apr 08, 2022, 06:50:03 PM
Praetorian is the one Im mostly looking forward to, will even preorder if thats possible. xD
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Apr 12, 2022, 09:47:07 AM
Found these photos of the package showing neca will release the spitter xeno and the burster one:
(https://scontent-cph2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/278346154_3237406476507475_4989266861021990955_n.jpg?stp=cp0_dst-jpg_e15_fr_q65&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-5&_nc_sid=8024bb&efg=eyJpIjoidCJ9&_nc_ohc=uSxaTc5r7hwAX_8n1m-&_nc_ht=scontent-cph2-1.xx&oh=00_AT-HldcpKthjqjayk8eU97M-lpnVtx_iuND08s-_iD1ecQ&oe=625A9599)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 12, 2022, 12:02:54 PM
f**king awesome!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kradan on Apr 12, 2022, 12:15:05 PM
Hey, what's that NECA positivity all about ?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 12, 2022, 01:28:52 PM
It's based upon the 3D models so they look good for once.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PAS Spinelli on Apr 12, 2022, 03:37:34 PM
way better than their stompy figure, which reused a lot of parts
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 14, 2022, 12:21:05 AM
Quote from: PAS Spinelli on Apr 12, 2022, 03:37:34 PM
way better than their stompy figure, which reused a lot of parts
Don't worry, we'll get a new Stompy figure when the Ultimate Wolf Predator comes out.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Apr 14, 2022, 05:11:59 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Apr 14, 2022, 12:21:05 AM
Quote from: PAS Spinelli on Apr 12, 2022, 03:37:34 PM
way better than their stompy figure, which reused a lot of parts
Don't worry, we'll get a new Stompy figure when the Ultimate Wolf Predator comes out.

As long NECA released the Ultimate Wolf Predator,  because so far no updates at all.  :-\
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Apr 18, 2022, 10:37:46 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Apr 14, 2022, 12:21:05 AM
Quote from: PAS Spinelli on Apr 12, 2022, 03:37:34 PM
way better than their stompy figure, which reused a lot of parts
Don't worry, we'll get a new Stompy figure when the Ultimate Wolf Predator comes out.
wasn't  stompy just the bigchsp but with the double hing runner type legs?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 18, 2022, 10:40:00 PM
Definitely not. Proportionally completely different in every aspect.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: windebieste on Apr 18, 2022, 11:09:04 PM
Stompy is a modified version of NECA's Series 2 ALIEN.

I reviewed it here:

https://www.hideousplastic.com/?page_id=2838
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 18, 2022, 11:14:36 PM
Yeah it's absolutely pathetic.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Apr 19, 2022, 07:22:55 PM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 18, 2022, 11:14:36 PM
Yeah it's absolutely pathetic.

Jezuz, don't shit your pants.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 19, 2022, 08:10:48 PM
(https://c.tenor.com/gv_R8CBaal4AAAAC/star-wars-space.gif)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 16, 2022, 12:30:30 AM
I got the Panther Alien in the mail, it's cool but it's probably my least favorite of the Kenner remakes. The other figures have either a ton of all-new bodyparts or a ton of new bits tacked onto existing bodyparts, and from what I can tell the Panther kind of just has the head, the tail, and the magnetic parasite.

Like don't get me wrong, the head sculpt is cool and the parasite is a nice touch, but it's nowhere near as big of a design overhaul as, say, the Rhino, Snake, or Mantis.

I don't regret buying it at all, it just feels like kind of low-hanging fruit compared to something like, say, the Bull Alien.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on May 21, 2022, 05:59:54 AM
Looking forward to the Fireteam stuff.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 03, 2022, 03:12:08 PM
Finally the Runner and Prowler we all deserve's made it out into the wild, hopefully with a Drone and Warrior to follow, from Aliens Fireteam Elite.

https://youtu.be/CNKFooyON2Q
https://youtu.be/J-QeiiM7URY
(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2022/04/Alien-Fireteam-Box-001.jpg)
(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2022/04/Alien-Fireteam-Box-004.jpg)
(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2022/04/Alien-Fireteam-Box-005.jpg)
(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2022/04/Alien-Fireteam-Box-002.jpg)
(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2022/04/Alien-Fireteam-Box-006.jpg)
(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2022/04/Alien-Fireteam-Box-003.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 04, 2022, 10:16:37 PM
Saw some reviews on Youtube. It looks horrible... The neck is too long and thin and the alien looks goofy because of it. But the worst thing is how small the little bugger is! They compared him to the previous runner and this was ridiculous. I know AFE did make the runner smaller so technically Neca is accurate here, but that game really does crazy stuff with the proportions and should've been ignored... AFE's runner is way too small, the crusher is way too small and the warrior is way too big and sluggish. And we get higher prices for less plastic. Almost certainly a no from me, but maybe more reviews will change my mind.

I just rewatched A3 and the dragon was huge and imposing, not this tiny thing that games tended to show. I'm waiting for new reveals. Maybe I'll get the spitter, but if they do a drone and warrior in the correct scale, then I might consider them too. Crusher and Praetorian are a distant dream I doubt we'll see happen.   
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 05, 2022, 01:19:30 AM
Utter nonsense. It's literally the Fireteam Elite model. Which's gorgeous.

This blows nearly all of NECA's previous Alien offerings out of the water and it is the definitive action figure of the Runner.

And the rest of them are the sizes they ought to be, other media representations can take a hike frankly, the Warriors were always too stocky even in Aliens itself and often too small in most other things, they are actually finally as big and lean as they always should have looked. As for the Dragon the size's of it is massively inconsistent even within Alien³ as it appears in from scene to scene.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Jun 05, 2022, 01:56:21 AM
I think he is pointing at the size and not details of the figure. Well we have in the books clear sizes of each one of them, the warrior is same size as the drone and what we saw in Aliens and Alien movies, most suit scenes in alien 3 and scenes to me make it nearly as big as the drone. Aliens fireteam elite also adapt the xenos to fit the role they have in the game so wouldnt take that games as correct, hell its still a arcade shoter game like dead or alive games...
Could check the books but Im too tired now. xD

I will have to wait until I get my hands on those, but so far no store in Sweden sells them yet....
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 05, 2022, 03:26:35 PM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 05, 2022, 01:19:30 AMUtter nonsense. It's literally the Fireteam Elite model. Which's gorgeous.

This blows nearly all of NECA's previous Alien offerings out of the water and it is the definitive action figure of the Runner.

And the rest of them are the sizes they ought to be, other media representations can take a hike frankly, the Warriors were always too stocky even in Aliens itself and often too small in most other things, they are actually finally as big and lean as they always should have looked. As for the Dragon the size's of it is massively inconsistent even within Alien³ as it appears in from scene to scene.

Have you watched any reviews? Judge death got me, the details are nice (though not perfect, I'll get back to that), but the size difference is crazy huge, more then any inconsistency in Alien 3. She says in the film, an 8ft creature. This guy won't be close compared to the marines. Here's a video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LIbRvjDAcYA
The size comparison starts at 7:09, that will look ridiculous compared to other humans and aliens as well. And look from 8:45 to 9:00 and tell me that long neck and face close up doesn't look ridiculous with that overbite?

I have no problem making the warriors bigger, but when you do that and then make the runners smaller, it looks ridiculous in the game. Not to mention in the game that the drone is noticeably smaller that the warrior whereas I personally think the difference should've been smaller or non existent, but that's less of an issue. The game has beautiful models, but the proportional sizing is really off IMO. I was looking forward to the runner, but seeing how small he is, he really won't fit in with my collection. And the long neck looks silly, if it's not possible enough, I won't even be able to pose the creature well. When you add to that the fact I'm still salty Neca gave these new runners single jointed elbows, I do feel disappointed, especially when there has been so little news for alien figures.

The sculpt is beautiful, but the proportions are very weird to me. 
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 05, 2022, 03:44:46 PM
I have seen it, and NECA's always had it's stuff on the larger size, and apart from the W-Y Commandos their humans have always been subpar.

For me it will scale perfectly with Kotobukiya's Alien stuff, and the MAFEX Alien so I am overjoyed.

It does not look ridiculous it looks great, I will take the slight overbite over their film versions being complete pieces of shit and inaccurate in every respect only worth it perhaps for the accessories sometimes.

This looks good because they are not doing the sculpting themselves this go around, and single elbows on the arms I can deal with when it can actually pose the far more important legs this time.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 05, 2022, 05:59:18 PM
I'm sorry if that's harsh but it's how I feel.

I can't wait to get some of them around closer to my birthday time.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PAS Spinelli on Jun 05, 2022, 09:45:35 PM
I'll be honest, I never liked how Neca's Aliens and Pred scaled with their humans, they always seemed oversized, so this is kind of a plus to me
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Jun 05, 2022, 10:16:35 PM
I will point out that the previous Neca Runners have been on the comically large size (seriously, if you take advantage of those long elegant legs to do interesting, non crouchy poses, it ends up more like 11-12 feet tall in-scale), so this being much smaller isn't really so terrible.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 05, 2022, 10:23:37 PM
I just really hope that this new runner when it's standing upright, that it won't be the same height as the Neca marines... I'll wait and see.

Fair enough if you people like smaller aliens for other collections or as a standalone piece. We'll agree to disagree, I personally like my aliens big and of similar scale to each other. I'll see how future reviews show the figure (waiting for D Amazing to make a video on this creature, as an expert figure poser, if he can't pose this creature well, no one can) and after that I'll decide if I'll get this beast.

The advantage of their figures was that the sculpt was really nice even though not perfect, they had a varied lineup, and they were large and cheap. With their prices going up and up, I'm sad that we're getting less of a figure plastic wise for more money than before... But if they make that huge AFE Praetorian, all is forgiven! The reused Alien Isolation xenomorph called the Defiance Praetorian with the ugly and inaccurate head does not count.   
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Jun 05, 2022, 11:02:47 PM
I like the size of the humans and the aliens neca has released, runner and drone/warrior is a good size. :P So to me the fireteam elite runner that is half of the original runner in size is too small, but will get it anyway and be able to compare them but the marines will dwarf it. xD
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 05, 2022, 11:26:36 PM
I don't think there sculpts were nice in the past. Particularly the film stuff where the adult Alien's concerned in the first three films.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 06, 2022, 02:52:24 PM
Where are the fire team aliens being found??
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: jammiklark on Jun 08, 2022, 02:50:54 AM
How come only Big Chap got upgraded teeth sculpt for the Ultimate series? The Ultimate Dog and Warrior aliens both have their original semi-blobby teeth, I recently got my Ultimate Big Chap and on hand its teeth are well defined and sharp.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 09, 2022, 03:42:24 AM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jun 05, 2022, 03:26:35 PM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 05, 2022, 01:19:30 AMUtter nonsense. It's literally the Fireteam Elite model. Which's gorgeous.

This blows nearly all of NECA's previous Alien offerings out of the water and it is the definitive action figure of the Runner.

And the rest of them are the sizes they ought to be, other media representations can take a hike frankly, the Warriors were always too stocky even in Aliens itself and often too small in most other things, they are actually finally as big and lean as they always should have looked. As for the Dragon the size's of it is massively inconsistent even within Alien³ as it appears in from scene to scene.

Have you watched any reviews? Judge death got me, the details are nice (though not perfect, I'll get back to that), but the size difference is crazy huge, more then any inconsistency in Alien 3. She says in the film, an 8ft creature. This guy won't be close compared to the marines. Here's a video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LIbRvjDAcYA
The size comparison starts at 7:09, that will look ridiculous compared to other humans and aliens as well. And look from 8:45 to 9:00 and tell me that long neck and face close up doesn't look ridiculous with that overbite?

I have no problem making the warriors bigger, but when you do that and then make the runners smaller, it looks ridiculous in the game. Not to mention in the game that the drone is noticeably smaller that the warrior whereas I personally think the difference should've been smaller or non existent, but that's less of an issue. The game has beautiful models, but the proportional sizing is really off IMO. I was looking forward to the runner, but seeing how small he is, he really won't fit in with my collection. And the long neck looks silly, if it's not possible enough, I won't even be able to pose the creature well. When you add to that the fact I'm still salty Neca gave these new runners single jointed elbows, I do feel disappointed, especially when there has been so little news for alien figures.

The sculpt is beautiful, but the proportions are very weird to me. 

Yyyyyyyyyikes, that thing does not look good. That overbite is bonkers, it looks radically better in the promo/box photos than it does in that video, the paint job (or seeming lack of it) is really lackluster, and the small size at the same price point as the larger figures is a huge turn-off. I'll take the existing Runner (which I really like) over that thing any day of the week. The existing NECA Runner looks more like the in-game Fireteam Elite model than that thing does.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2_J5C-0ECk
Thank you for posting that video, that got me to cancel my preorder. Hopefully the Prowler turns out better.

Edit-- looks like the only way to order the Prowler from Entertainment Earth is as a set with the Runner, and BBTS has the individual ones marked up pretty heavily. I'm not sure if I'm better off keeping my preorder for the set and then trying to flip the Runner on eBay or something.

Edit again-- Honest to god when I saw the thumbnail for that review video I thought I was looking at the Lanard Toys Alien Runner at first. What a f**king mess.

(https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81V-5eT9wsL._AC_SL1500_.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PAS Spinelli on Jun 09, 2022, 05:00:51 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jun 09, 2022, 03:42:24 AMThe existing NECA Runner looks more like the in-game Fireteam Elite model than that thing does.
It absolutely does not.
I have messed with the Runner model for this game in Blender for hours on end making mods for other games, the Neca figure is 1:1 with the model, the articulation is just worse.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 09, 2022, 05:09:17 AM
Even with that shitty overbite? The video I linked doesn't seem to show that.

New NECA figure still looks bad. NECA wants $35-$42 for that thing, get the f**k outta here with that shit lmao.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PAS Spinelli on Jun 09, 2022, 05:10:11 AM
The sculp is 100% the game one. Trust me, the overbite is just poor articulation on Neca's part
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 09, 2022, 05:15:04 AM
Yeah it, like, ruins the figure for me. That and the small size, lackluster paint, and high price point have killed my interest in the figure stone-cold dead.  "Accurate to the game model" or not, it just looks worse than the Runner we have.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 09, 2022, 10:30:01 AM
It absolutely does not.

The one before this has a f**king lopsided dome in the sculpt.

Paint's something I can fix myself, that's not, as for being overpriced that's par for the course for NECA.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 09, 2022, 04:18:25 PM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 09, 2022, 10:30:01 AMIt absolutely does not.
I disagree with your opinion.

Also it being overpriced being "par for the course" doesn't mean I should just accept it and throw my money at them for a small figure that I feel is inferior. At that price point you shouldn't have to fix shitty paint yourself

If you think it's satisfactory then that's wonderful, I think it looks like trash.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 09, 2022, 04:45:56 PM
I think I'm a big fan of Alien.

As such I'd like a figure of this design in this scale.

This being the only one to exist leaves me with not a lot of choice in the matter.

Especially when their film figure's way more irritating to me personally in what it misses the mark on.

The dome symmetry's the baseline for something being even acceptable and it did not even manage that much.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 09, 2022, 05:12:16 PM
To my eye, the dome looks fine.

I am also a big fan of Alien.

If you think it looks bad, you are welcome to your opinion.

Edit— if you want, I'll keep my preorder for the Prowler/Runner pair and then sell you the Runner for like $35 plus shipping.

This offer stands for anyone else as well.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 09, 2022, 06:18:55 PM
I'm looking to get both myself actually so not quite, thank you for the offer though, and I live in the UK.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jun 09, 2022, 08:05:06 PM
That goofy overbite alone is enough to put me off. Is the game model that dumb looking?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 09, 2022, 08:31:00 PM
Check a minute and twenty seconds into the above video.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jun 09, 2022, 08:51:58 PM
So no.

I don't get the fawning  praise. It's ok. But it's tiny and the mouth spoils it. I'd rather the regular runner.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 09, 2022, 08:58:36 PM
I'd rather have something symmetrical myself.

The yellowed blobby teeth, mediocre paint, inaccuracies in the sculpt and the lopsided dome spoiled their film version long before this one got out the door.

I will take a slight overbite and higher price point over all of that.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 10, 2022, 01:56:38 AM
It's more than a slight overbite
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 10, 2022, 10:38:26 AM
Yeah it looks substantially more egregious in that guy's review than in promotional pictures, but knowing NECA's quality control standards some will have issues and some will not, luckily the separation between the dome and top of the mouth's something easily fixed with a bit of Vallejo water texture acrylic.

I did the same for their Alien Covenant figures in the past.

I'm fully aware you should not have to, especially for the price point here, but I'm just glad it's the one thing instead of multiple issues in the sculpt itself and the other stuff I have previously listed.

Here's photos for comparison:

My repaint and mouth overbite fix:
(https://i.imgur.com/G3jGQbi.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/1EzInEY.jpeg)

The original (with overbite) promotional photos:
(https://bbts1.azureedge.net/images/p/full/2017/05/5cd6a85b-c1a5-4d70-beac-a8caa0fe1674.jpg)
(https://bbts1.azureedge.net/images/p/full/2017/05/ebcbd05d-9353-41de-8e0d-02b33318b170.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kradan on Jun 10, 2022, 10:58:02 AM
First two ones look like they're yet to be painted. Just gray plastic
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 10, 2022, 11:04:30 AM
Just trying to replicate the film look honestly.

(https://m.media-amazon.com/images/M/MV5BMTU5Njg1MDU0MV5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTgwNDU3MjA2MTI@._V1_.jpg)
(https://www.scified.com/articles/alien-covenant-not-film-i-would-have-made-says-james-cameron-49.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kradan on Jun 10, 2022, 11:08:40 AM
Oh shit, you already painted them ? I thought these were the ones just taken out of the box. Um, this is akward  :-X

Spoiler
(https://memecrunch.com/meme/BJ64F/forgive-me-my-stupidity/image.gif?w=500&c=1)
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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 10, 2022, 11:10:42 AM
Don't worry, it's honestly a compliment, the film's one's pretty much black grey with not much variance so I take it I nailed it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Jun 12, 2022, 05:09:41 PM
Quote from: dHunter333 on Jun 06, 2022, 02:52:24 PMWhere are the fire team aliens being found??

Where...????
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Jun 12, 2022, 06:35:55 PM
I don't think the dome looks off on the ultimate one but I do find it odd that the arms and legs are asymmetrical, i thought they used the wrong ones until i saw thats how its supposed to be, I just got it from a comic book store and thought it may be a bootleg but I don't think it is. I still had to put it in hot water and scrap the glaze out of the joints and push the shoulders together and the arm so the had stays on ( you should not have to do things like this, Iv never had an issue from McFarlane yet) This new one looks cheaper and cartoonish but is almost $50 and no accessories.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Jun 18, 2022, 04:19:59 PM
Does anyone know what scale the neca alien figures are in? They just say 7 inch scale, but what is the true scale? Ripley was 180cm irl and her figure is 17,8cm tall so 1:10 I get it to.
Parker seem same from my calculations, but I suck at math so could be wrong xD
Maybe someone here know? :)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jun 18, 2022, 06:12:45 PM
All of their 7 inch figures are supposed to be around 1:10 scale, very similar to most of McFarlane toys now. Of course they're not always super accurate, but that's the expected scale.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 19, 2022, 10:29:00 PM
Ordered mine, so excited, finally NECA's made something I can recommend without any caveats.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zDMLmpROHU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kH_30InLD_4
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PAS Spinelli on Jun 20, 2022, 02:24:46 AM
Neca has always had a problem with overbites imo
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jun 20, 2022, 02:37:25 AM
They have never made an Alien with a nice mouth. Always ruins their big chaps.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 20, 2022, 03:00:48 AM
I have a suspicion in this instance hot water might actually do the trick, or water texture acrylic, even though I do like it as is.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Jun 20, 2022, 02:59:11 PM
Quote from: SiL on Jun 20, 2022, 02:37:25 AMThey have never made an Alien with a nice mouth. Always ruins their big chaps.
The 2015 1/4 Big Chap (alternate version) looked like it was wearing a football mouth guard.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 20, 2022, 04:48:08 PM
A long overdue comparison, but somewhat flawed as it's not the original NECA version, as I have substantially simplified the sides of the head to attempt to make it more symmetrical overall and have done a lot of painting.
(https://i.imgur.com/xPEil4V.jpeg)
Imo it only looks better for that as it was never accurate in the first place, but otherwise it's much the same, and for the purposes of comparison makes not much difference.
(https://i.imgur.com/YKuZg4g.jpeg)
Here you can see they did not even get the head ridges right under the dome.
(https://i.imgur.com/atk0Si8.jpeg)
Or the head shape in general...
(https://i.imgur.com/wb6sc9D.jpeg)
Or the symmetry in the face, for context, that's Kotobukiya in the foreground featuring a highly accurate sculpt.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Jun 24, 2022, 06:11:13 PM
Spitter and burster has been revealed:

Burster:

(https://scontent.fbma2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/290262442_5431367910258883_328405251726861438_n.jpg?_nc_cat=1&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=6hH8zUYIvt4AX_VHJMB&_nc_ht=scontent.fbma2-1.fna&oh=00_AT_jZp7oXi5SKfXPU4MFIlgqMbYxbxpeftPwZx9js-9CQg&oe=62BB2852)

(https://scontent.fbma2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/290322945_5431368113592196_7417323724104163384_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=c1k113BObxUAX_fFxVZ&_nc_ht=scontent.fbma2-1.fna&oh=00_AT8qqEB-J1D_HF-NYpeGVjnYpUkGzns7L1XBxL9XuWZmxg&oe=62BA5F1D)

Spitter:

(https://scontent.fbma2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/290441855_5431367913592216_8080944614558927336_n.jpg?_nc_cat=1&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=fLc_pjFtJZIAX8Q5uK4&_nc_ht=scontent.fbma2-1.fna&oh=00_AT9gnqQJPzfV0C0s-V-7b6NivumPFkAyap3CvNzC3bA9aQ&oe=62BBCB98)

(https://scontent.fbma2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/290226388_5431368173592190_5823133814241885191_n.jpg?_nc_cat=1&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=VSX51jBeGYYAX-KQOEH&_nc_ht=scontent.fbma2-1.fna&oh=00_AT8yIoXN75L65gFm8N7vMCMV4jFjB3ahynVwPHqjFim2Qw&oe=62BB9433)

(https://scontent.fbma2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/290169957_5431368126925528_3802476562231970204_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=3yRAKfYCzp4AX-N0yGf&_nc_ht=scontent.fbma2-1.fna&oh=00_AT9hJfP-7A59LU7GdSRg1RhNsjdLSwvIMV1P_1tY8LofCQ&oe=62BAC3ED)

(https://scontent.fbma2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/290262074_5431367906925550_5406209930633407352_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=qRx2ZhLAa1EAX9Zivyp&tn=rvEXeplrbIeUpno8&_nc_ht=scontent.fbma2-1.fna&oh=00_AT-QwTryPgQCNSb23e7JlMvPq5guq7cjx1LGhWgUfL_UiA&oe=62BA7705)

(https://scontent.fbma2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/290278420_5431368176925523_6602132002789133236_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=kQaNptQSx1QAX_Ixrbk&_nc_ht=scontent.fbma2-1.fna&oh=00_AT_2FPH7Z5W6opqAfhkrj6fT0ucMQNTRNE54m4nSYWmopA&oe=62BA961F)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 24, 2022, 07:32:26 PM
So beautiful ughhh
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Jun 24, 2022, 09:32:52 PM
Are NECA finally unf**king their Alien paintjobs?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jun 24, 2022, 09:53:09 PM
Only on the promotional images.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Jun 24, 2022, 10:13:14 PM
Yeah, I'm eager to see what the green parts actually look like in the wild. If there's actually any of that shading present I'll be pretty impressed though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jun 24, 2022, 10:51:13 PM
I imagine that's translucent plastic, not paint.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Jun 25, 2022, 12:46:03 AM
Actually, looking at the spitter again you're right. The burster was giving me big airbrush vibes and I didn't look close enough.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jun 25, 2022, 01:25:19 AM
That translucent plastic looks fantastic.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Samhain13 on Jun 25, 2022, 04:14:51 PM
Oh interesting
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: XENOPHOPHOSIS on Jun 26, 2022, 09:36:32 PM
Wonder if any of these castes of Aliens could be utilised
Introduced in any future Tele Vision show & Movies in The future.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 27, 2022, 07:38:58 AM
So that's the Prowler and the Burster I'm looking out for when these hit my shores. Still not sure on Fireteams take on the Spitter though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kane's other son on Jun 27, 2022, 08:58:54 AM
That's cool for the people who enjoyed the game.
Personally, I find these critters to be ugly and have nothing to do with Giger's elegant design.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 27, 2022, 09:09:02 AM
I mean that's kinda the point? In the Spitter's case it comes across like what it is imo, a mix of the Alien and The Neomorph.

And the Burster's just a Runner, but covered in symmetrical pustules and translucent parts, the front of the head actually reminds me of this a bit:

(https://cdn.cnn.com/cnnnext/dam/assets/190516115506-h-r-giger-4-exlarge-169.jpeg)
Only green and glowly because vidja. 

But I actually feel like the designers get H.R Giger just fine. Even if the colours go to more extremes occasionally because of the medium it exists in. I'd say that's pretty evident in their renditions of the original Drone, the Warrior and Runner translating through just fine, even improving upon the proportions of the skull in relation to the face on this guy:

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/E0yrbN7WQAs8d6q?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
(https://preview.redd.it/4k3q8sp0wyl71.png?auto=webp&s=76bae61cc46f5569bd82346faa73e7c624323063)
(https://steamuserimages-a.akamaihd.net/ugc/1690526983036673160/D4D579CC323229C4729ACEC64C8017DA02A6EB18/?imw=637&imh=358&ima=fit&impolicy=Letterbox&imcolor=%23000000&letterbox=true)

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 28, 2022, 11:04:19 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikprlHsfgjc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-3ejuaxpxU
No reviewers have encountered quality control issues on this line so far, probably because of being sourced from the models in the videogame itself, and the consensus appears to be that they are improvements all around.

Hope to be getting mine soon.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jun 29, 2022, 04:38:53 PM
They look pretty great, hoping my local walmart gets then in.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Jun 29, 2022, 09:51:49 PM
No release of these yet in Sweden :(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jun 30, 2022, 07:07:48 AM
No sightings in the UK as yet either.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 01, 2022, 12:14:09 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4pp9tR75Ys
More receipts advocating them as better than the originals in every way.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jul 01, 2022, 02:06:29 AM
That Runner looks so goofy standing upright in the thumbnail.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 01, 2022, 02:08:20 AM
Not everyone can pose as well as you or I.  ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jul 01, 2022, 05:29:36 PM
The postives, having a smaller figure of course means that it stands easier, the QC on newer figures is better (but it's NECA, so it'll never guarantee a decent figure), no warped limbs as of yet.

The negatives, lips and teeth still look off. The lip is fat and ugly, and the teeth are all the same, no K9s or anything, and are barely visible, very small teeth (not saying the runner before had better teeth, but at least they were individual teeth that could be repainted). The head shape is at least nice. The neck is still long, for any half upright position the head would need to be up as much as it can go in comparison to the neck, and the neck to be arched forward/down as much as possible. Maybe only then would we get a nice upright pose? But the angle of the tail makes problems there too. The tail is very short (but I know that it's game accurate). The hands are too big and wide, looks cartoonish. The figure is way too small, we finally see how big they are compared to marines and other Aliens, pathetic. They look like toddlers. I know it's a matter of taste, but for me this size of body mold cannot fit in with my NECA and McFarlane collection, especially for that price point.

The spitters were a tad bit bigger in the game than the runner, but I'm afraid they're not gonna upscale the mold there... I'm waiting to see if they'll do accurate in-game drones and warriors.   
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 01, 2022, 05:50:59 PM
The neck's as long as it should be, and the size's also closer to being accurate, as you can see right here:

 
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 20, 2022, 04:48:08 PMA long overdue comparison, but somewhat flawed as it's not the original NECA version, as I have substantially simplified the sides of the head to attempt to make it more symmetrical overall and have done a lot of painting.
https://i.imgur.com/xPEil4V.jpegImo it only looks better for that as it was never accurate in the first place, but otherwise it's much the same, and for the purposes of comparison makes not much difference.
https://i.imgur.com/YKuZg4g.jpegHere you can see they did not even get the head ridges right under the dome.
https://i.imgur.com/atk0Si8.jpegOr the head shape in general...
https://i.imgur.com/wb6sc9D.jpegOr the symmetry in the face, for context, that's Kotobukiya in the foreground featuring a highly accurate sculpt.

Ironically this "videogame figure" ends up far closer to the 1992 Alien design than the "film figure" that was way oversized, the hands look fine, nowhere near as oversized as most depictions of the 1986 Alien design.

The only thing that's pathetic's that it took NECA to use 3D models someone else created to finally make a good Alien that's not in the 1/4 scale, or an accessory pack, or something bigger like the Queen (and even that's fill to the brim with QC issues that ought to be unacceptable because of the price you are paying) or something more humanoid like Predators.

All collectibles are going up in price recently, and frankly for the price of a Prowler and a Runner each, you get one MAFEX or Mezco Alien around the same size so that's pretty good.

To me this development's nothing but a positive.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PAS Spinelli on Jul 02, 2022, 10:13:17 AM
(https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/687781300232388650/992734457415077889/unknown.png?width=1050&height=676)
As far as I see, the mold is 100% game accurate.


Once one of you have it in hand, could you please take some pictures of it close up so I can render comparisons?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kradan on Jul 02, 2022, 10:19:11 AM
Quote from: SiL on Jul 01, 2022, 02:06:29 AMThat Runner looks so goofy standing upright in the thumbnail.

Probably because the rod puppet was never meant to be posed that way
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PAS Spinelli on Jul 02, 2022, 10:29:22 AM
Like what I just posted shows, the figure is not based on the rod puppet but the game model, I don't think we should even bother trying to compare this to the movie one as none of it's mold features are used on this, this 100% all from the game
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 02, 2022, 11:01:12 AM
That's true, but even then it's closer to the puppet, than NECA's previous effort.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PAS Spinelli on Jul 02, 2022, 12:28:06 PM
Man I almost got the Dog Alien figure so many times, seems like I constantly dodged a bullet lmao
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Immortan Jonesy on Jul 02, 2022, 02:28:14 PM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 01, 2022, 02:08:20 AMNot everyone can pose as well as you or I.  ;D

Wow.. is an art in itself :o

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INjg21Yh8Ss
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 02, 2022, 10:59:11 PM
Quote from: PAS Spinelli on Jul 02, 2022, 12:28:06 PMMan I almost got the Dog Alien figure so many times, seems like I constantly dodged a bullet lmao
The previous Dog Alien is cool and good.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 03, 2022, 01:59:06 AM
The right side of the head's sorta how it's supposed to look, that curve where the dome meets the flesh from one side to the other...

(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/11/Ultimate-Alien-3-Dog-Alien-018.jpg)

The left not only does not match the right side but it's f**king slanted near the front and you can see a seam line!

(https://news.toyark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/11/Ultimate-Alien-3-Dog-Alien-016.jpg)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSHbbTcbcds
Do not get me started on the way one hip has a large round bump where the leg connects on the right and does not on the left. Or the bizarre ribbed texture on the right arm and not on the left. It's a f**king disgrace, shoddy sculpt, saved only by what it's trying to be. 
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jul 03, 2022, 02:01:43 AM
I can see the seam on both sides.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 03, 2022, 02:14:58 AM
True, in person though the seam actually protrudes on one side catching light separately highlighting it. 
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Jul 03, 2022, 03:07:51 AM
The cheeks bug me on the ultimate runner. But as long as I photoshop the cheeks and don't try to stand it on all fours, I've been happy with it.

But having a runner that can't run is admittedly a big issue, and I'm excited that this new one can pose on all fours.

The face on the new runner looks derpy to me though, and I've been trying to figure out why. I think it's the large amount of space in between the upper lip and the dome.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 03, 2022, 03:41:29 AM
Yeah I hope some hot water will fix that issue or a slight bit of water texture acrylic if not.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 05, 2022, 12:21:36 AM
Quote from: Nukiemorph on Jul 03, 2022, 03:07:51 AMBut having a runner that can't run is admittedly a big issue, and I'm excited that this new one can pose on all fours.
I'm pretty sure the Ultimate Runner can pose on all fours (evidence: I've done it).
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Jul 05, 2022, 12:41:23 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 05, 2022, 12:21:36 AM
Quote from: Nukiemorph on Jul 03, 2022, 03:07:51 AMBut having a runner that can't run is admittedly a big issue, and I'm excited that this new one can pose on all fours.
I'm pretty sure the Ultimate Runner can pose on all fours (evidence: I've done it).
Did you break his neck to do so?  :P

I saw a tutorial on YouTube showing that you can remove the top two vertebrae and then the head can comfortably swivel back far enough for a running pose. But without doing that, I've never been able to get his head back far enough to look decent.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 05, 2022, 12:46:59 AM
Quote from: Nukiemorph on Jul 05, 2022, 12:41:23 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 05, 2022, 12:21:36 AM
Quote from: Nukiemorph on Jul 03, 2022, 03:07:51 AMBut having a runner that can't run is admittedly a big issue, and I'm excited that this new one can pose on all fours.
I'm pretty sure the Ultimate Runner can pose on all fours (evidence: I've done it).
Did you break his neck to do so?  :P

I saw a tutorial on YouTube showing that you can remove the top two vertebrae and then the head can comfortably swivel back far enough for a running pose. But without doing that, I've never been able to get his head back far enough to look decent.
The original release of the Runner had that problem, the Ultimate release removed the vertebrae and allows his head to tilt back farther than the original release, enough for a running pose.

Straight from the product shots:

(https://www.scified.com/u/doge1.png)

(https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71BYgKMHB3L._AC_SL1481_.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 05, 2022, 02:14:59 AM
It still has difficulty holding itself because of weight distribution, doubled jointed elbows and being oversized, the legs being particularly overlong, and them taking the hooves or paws into the design more literally than they appear in the film or on the rod puppet itself making it pretty tedious to pose, especially difficult if you want it to look any good.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Jul 05, 2022, 02:47:47 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 05, 2022, 12:46:59 AM
Quote from: Nukiemorph on Jul 05, 2022, 12:41:23 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 05, 2022, 12:21:36 AM
Quote from: Nukiemorph on Jul 03, 2022, 03:07:51 AMBut having a runner that can't run is admittedly a big issue, and I'm excited that this new one can pose on all fours.
I'm pretty sure the Ultimate Runner can pose on all fours (evidence: I've done it).
Did you break his neck to do so?  :P

I saw a tutorial on YouTube showing that you can remove the top two vertebrae and then the head can comfortably swivel back far enough for a running pose. But without doing that, I've never been able to get his head back far enough to look decent.
The original release of the Runner had that problem, the Ultimate release removed the vertebrae and allows his head to tilt back farther than the original release, enough for a running pose.

Straight from the product shots:

https://www.scified.com/u/doge1.png
https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71BYgKMHB3L._AC_SL1481_.jpg
It's an improvement over the earlier runner, but still looks like the body is bending back to accommodate, like it's arching its torso to face up for a pose.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 05, 2022, 04:50:30 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 05, 2022, 02:14:59 AMIt still has difficulty holding itself because of weight distribution, doubled jointed elbows and being oversized, the legs being particularly overlong, and them taking the hooves or paws into the design more literally than they appear in the film or on the rod puppet itself making it pretty tedious to pose, especially difficult if you want it to look any good.

I dunno, I like it and I don't have issues posing it.


Quote from: Nukiemorph on Jul 05, 2022, 02:47:47 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 05, 2022, 12:46:59 AM
Quote from: Nukiemorph on Jul 05, 2022, 12:41:23 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 05, 2022, 12:21:36 AM
Quote from: Nukiemorph on Jul 03, 2022, 03:07:51 AMBut having a runner that can't run is admittedly a big issue, and I'm excited that this new one can pose on all fours.
I'm pretty sure the Ultimate Runner can pose on all fours (evidence: I've done it).
Did you break his neck to do so?  :P

I saw a tutorial on YouTube showing that you can remove the top two vertebrae and then the head can comfortably swivel back far enough for a running pose. But without doing that, I've never been able to get his head back far enough to look decent.
The original release of the Runner had that problem, the Ultimate release removed the vertebrae and allows his head to tilt back farther than the original release, enough for a running pose.

Straight from the product shots:

https://www.scified.com/u/doge1.png
https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71BYgKMHB3L._AC_SL1481_.jpg
It's an improvement over the earlier runner, but still looks like the body is bending back to accommodate, like it's arching its torso to face up for a pose.
It really isn't, no moreso than the new Fireteam runner, you can see the spine is straight in the first photo.

Here's another pic of the Ultimate Runner:

(https://www.scified.com/u/xfgnxmf1.png)

(https://necaonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/515978.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Jul 05, 2022, 05:59:31 AM
Mine is on all four as well, and it do stand well on its legs and arms, but to keep the joints good I have the display stand underneath so that takes the weight, not the joints. Had no problem with the head either on my ultimate version.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jul 05, 2022, 07:06:34 AM
None of them are truly accurate to how the thing runs in the movie so I don't see the point in splitting hairs.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 05, 2022, 09:52:50 AM
The head can indeed go all the way back yes, pity about the shape of it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Jul 05, 2022, 11:27:09 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 05, 2022, 04:50:30 AMIt really isn't, no moreso than the new Fireteam runner, you can see the spine is straight in the first photo.

Here's another pic of the Ultimate Runner:

https://www.scified.com/u/xfgnxmf1.png
https://necaonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/515978.jpg
(https://www-gifcen-com.cdn.ampproject.org/ii/w820/s/www.gifcen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/kylo-ren-more-gif.gif)
I want the body & head to both be totally perpendicular with the ground, which this new figure looks to give me.

Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 05, 2022, 09:52:50 AMThe head can indeed go all the way back yes, pity about the shape of it.
Never bugged me personally but I'm happy you're happy about the new one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 06, 2022, 03:01:28 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 05, 2022, 09:52:50 AMThe head can indeed go all the way back yes, pity about the shape of it.
Yes, we get it, you don't like the Ultimate runner, no one was talking about the shape of the head, we were talking about whether it can tilt back, you don't need to use every post about the ultimate runner as a soapbox to dunk on it over and over as if it's your sole purpose on god's green earth, Jesus Christ it's exhausting. Give it a rest.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Jul 06, 2022, 10:19:20 AM
You act like you designed get the toy yourself.

Chill out
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 06, 2022, 10:45:58 AM
Like 426 has said, it's a goddamn toy, why are you getting worked up about my negativity towards it and prior NECA efforts really? It's because I have repeated myself? It's not like we don't have other people on this forum who never shut up about things they don't like and bring it up every chance they get. Why am I special?

Especially when it concerns something as ultimately meaningful as an action figure. (The accessories are the best thing about it.) I say meaningful sarcastically. I know the Alien³ design back to front, up and down and all around, and I'm passionate about the film getting proper accurate representation. To that end I don't want to shut up about my disappointment with the last one, because it's all that's relevant I have to talk about regarding my favourite film in the franchise in this thread, and comparatively my excitement for the new one.

Besides it's the one thing I whinge about, you don't see me doing that sort of thing elsewhere, maybe AVP and Requiem on occasion being the exception though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Jul 06, 2022, 11:15:15 AM
Absolutely everyone here is overreacting about some toys. Touch some grass and move on god dang.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 06, 2022, 11:18:59 AM
Unfortunately I'm probably going to be even farther removed from grass soon. Moving into a city potentially for the very first time. Expect more Alien neurosis in the near future.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Jul 06, 2022, 12:37:20 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 06, 2022, 03:01:28 AMJesus Christ it's exhausting. Give it a rest.

Stones in glass houses lmao
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 06, 2022, 02:12:58 PM

Quote from: [cancerblack] on Jul 06, 2022, 12:37:20 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jul 06, 2022, 03:01:28 AMJesus Christ it's exhausting. Give it a rest.

Stones in glass houses lmao
Sick passive aggressive post, bro
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kradan on Jul 06, 2022, 02:20:13 PM
@Xenomrph That's what it feels like when you don't mind ADI Preds
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 06, 2022, 02:29:59 PM
Also the ultimate runner is objectively good and the morally correct thing to do is to praise and worship it.
Quote from: Kradan on Jul 06, 2022, 02:20:13 PM@Xenomrph That's what it feels like when you don't mind ADI Preds
People are allowed to like things other people don't like.

So how about those toys, eh?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 16, 2022, 11:56:14 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmEthjicejI
Didn't realize something was under the dome of the Spitter, the mixture of the non-human born Alien and the Neomorph design elements evident work together gorgeously.

The paint on them puts any other Alien to shame, yes even the gorgeous MAFEX Big Chap's hues, I haven't seen this sort of beautiful variations in blues and greens since Play Arts Kai's ACM line.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Jul 17, 2022, 12:02:20 AM
Love the translucent bits. Can't wait to shine some lights through them.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 17, 2022, 06:34:04 PM
Mine were supposed to arrive back in June...

(https://64.media.tumblr.com/50c2d013f05ee9e5fd577d56f92d42f4/tumblr_p5l3xcYBRr1r1lgj6o3_250.gif)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Jul 17, 2022, 11:08:56 PM
Looks good although to my taste too small but Im hoping the quality is like they say in the video on these figures, unlike necas previous aliens where its 80% its not perfect.
Nice find :D

Have to keep waiting myself, no site sells them here yet....
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jul 18, 2022, 08:08:53 AM
I've not even see any of Wave 1 in the UK yet.  :'(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Jul 19, 2022, 11:52:35 PM
Maybe slightly off topic but neca related as I compare my OC figure to neca and hopefully not too bad pictures:

One of my friends made my aliens marine charachter Hill into a action figure in same scale as the neca figures are in, its 3D printed and built and hand painted. PAint job is pretty much on par with neca, the seams and joints arent as good, but unlike necas: these joints work and arent loose or too tight etc. Kinda bad if a big company like enca fails to do the same quality as a person doing it for fun :P

Enjoy:

(https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/447839572378779648/999073655990521967/IMG_0754.jpg?width=466&height=621)

(https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/447839572378779648/999073656808415332/IMG_0756.jpg?width=466&height=621)

(https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/447839572378779648/999073657227837590/IMG_0757.jpg?width=466&height=621)

(https://scontent.fbma2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/294104536_10228170809162243_3991118294629991933_n.jpg?stp=cp1_dst-jpg&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=Ywhzfue40N8AX_53Ur9&_nc_oc=AQl5k_23ah-OLqbFhfkmENTA7GgM61kWQgeh7XdROvb4VArYwYqxSQQlnjqXbo7sUoE&_nc_ht=scontent.fbma2-1.fna&oh=00_AT8VaW_3h0C77JR5r5H6gzeFerZ9TgcDkXy13pqkAaLMwA&oe=62DCB40B)

(https://scontent.fbma2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/293621246_10228170808442225_8484793184318746776_n.jpg?stp=cp1_dst-jpg&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=Rp-cmcAVSGoAX88v-TW&_nc_ht=scontent.fbma2-1.fna&oh=00_AT-_VfLSZTSE3zOuPRtoDEE3x6t48lFkX3BRPt6kub5quw&oe=62DC67C2)

(https://scontent.fbma2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/293836766_10228170808842235_8370713054571894770_n.jpg?stp=cp1_dst-jpg&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=Z16dFGrB_1cAX-ccWYf&_nc_ht=scontent.fbma2-1.fna&oh=00_AT-_s2BiMR0e_yA4bLRe21RX32JamSPR5-R2y_Qu7PW4Yw&oe=62DB3B3B)

(https://scontent.fbma2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/294207287_10228170810242270_6090404879977114492_n.jpg?stp=cp1_dst-jpg&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=nDBKyqLG-xMAX-srprb&_nc_ht=scontent.fbma2-1.fna&oh=00_AT8czWfyZHfUZzlzq_96j5_Ycp-YBPK3lmqcIaJhg2HwWQ&oe=62DC84BD)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 28, 2022, 11:54:35 PM
This guy got the Fireteam Spitter (somehow).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uY-qy9x_mUA
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 29, 2022, 02:32:28 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 16, 2022, 11:56:14 PMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmEthjicejI
Didn't realize something was under the dome of the Spitter, the mixture of the non-human born Alien and the Neomorph design elements evident work together gorgeously.

The paint on them puts any other Alien to shame, yes even the gorgeous MAFEX Big Chap's hues, I haven't seen this sort of beautiful variations in blues and greens since Play Arts Kai's ACM line.

This guy got them even earlier, my Runner and Prowler should be delivered Saturday.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Jul 29, 2022, 03:50:42 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 29, 2022, 02:32:28 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 16, 2022, 11:56:14 PMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmEthjicejI
Didn't realize something was under the dome of the Spitter, the mixture of the non-human born Alien and the Neomorph design elements evident work together gorgeously.

The paint on them puts any other Alien to shame, yes even the gorgeous MAFEX Big Chap's hues, I haven't seen this sort of beautiful variations in blues and greens since Play Arts Kai's ACM line.

This guy got them even earlier, my Runner and Prowler should be delivered Saturday.

Where'd you order from? My dumb ass keeps ordering from BidBadToyStore and waiting forever... then cancelling when I eventually see them at Walmart.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 29, 2022, 09:38:20 AM
I live in the UK so no Walmart here but, Props and Replicas' where I got them from.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Jul 29, 2022, 12:16:04 PM
Found and bought the Night Cougar at Best Buy yesterday! Seems like I've been searching forever now to find the new Kenner's and still no sign of the Panther anywhere.

Meanwhile at my local Target they just got the FTE Runner and Prowler so I'll probably get those in the near future. Although they both were on the smaller side they still looked good!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jul 30, 2022, 12:19:47 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 29, 2022, 02:32:28 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Jul 16, 2022, 11:56:14 PMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmEthjicejI
Didn't realize something was under the dome of the Spitter, the mixture of the non-human born Alien and the Neomorph design elements evident work together gorgeously.

The paint on them puts any other Alien to shame, yes even the gorgeous MAFEX Big Chap's hues, I haven't seen this sort of beautiful variations in blues and greens since Play Arts Kai's ACM line.

This guy got them even earlier, my Runner and Prowler should be delivered Saturday.
Entertainment Earth haven't shipped mine yet, despite being where the guy from my video link got his.

Figure that one out.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: T Dog on Jul 30, 2022, 08:52:58 AM
Had a mosey into Forbidden Planey yesterday, when did Neca get so expensive? They've gone from 30 euro now to about 50.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Jul 30, 2022, 08:37:17 PM
Quote from: T Dog on Jul 30, 2022, 08:52:58 AMHad a mosey into Forbidden Planey yesterday, when did Neca get so expensive? They've gone from 30 euro now to about 50.

They've been inflating their prices slowly for a few years. But recently they jumped quite a bit. I remember being about to get Falconer after Predators came out for under $20. Now a single figure will likely run at least $30, if not $35-40.

I know Spitter and Burster are showing up at specialty shops now. RidgeTop picked up a Spitter. Specialty shops like comics/collectibles shops most of the time get them before big box stores or even online retailers at times.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Jul 31, 2022, 08:21:35 PM
Just got 'em at Target.

37 USD a piece...  :o

But still cheaper than the BigBadToyStore preorder I just cancelled.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 01, 2022, 01:29:34 AM
So yeah the Fireteam Elite figures absolutely rock, but I have heard murmurs of discontent despite the quality upgrade in the sculpt and paint and articulation, concerns about the size most often? See here for yourself. 

(https://i.imgur.com/Ia6izyb.jpeg)
As you can see, I honestly believe the prior release's oversized quite a bit, think of the Alien next to Ripley or on top of Dillon. If I may be so bold that old version looks like it came from an Ox, it's enormous, whereas the new one looks like it came from a Dog or a similar sized animal, still big as an Alien ought to be but not a titan.

(https://i.imgur.com/wwmdsQf.jpeg)
Beautiful ratchet joints let it get into all sorts of poses the previous version could only dream of, this Alien can run, and stand just fine. 

(https://i.imgur.com/wlV913j.jpeg)
Just in case you had any further doubts, the Covenant Alien's meant to be the biggest in the films aside from the Queen itself and it is bigger than any Engineer or Predator I have in my collection, even then the prior release towers above it in height and mass.

(https://i.imgur.com/hv2c7yh.jpeg)
The evolution's almost complete from Burster to Runner, to Prowler, now I just need the Crusher.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: kwisatz on Aug 01, 2022, 02:09:22 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/wlV913j.jpeg)

Spoiler
(https://s20.directupload.net/images/220801/uty8ednj.jpg)
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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PAS Spinelli on Aug 01, 2022, 03:33:11 AM
That Ox comment really makes me want to see different sized xenos based off what they come out of lmao
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 01, 2022, 08:53:43 AM
Quote from: Mike's Monsters on Jul 30, 2022, 08:37:17 PM
Quote from: T Dog on Jul 30, 2022, 08:52:58 AMHad a mosey into Forbidden Planey yesterday, when did Neca get so expensive? They've gone from 30 euro now to about 50.

They've been inflating their prices slowly for a few years. But recently they jumped quite a bit. I remember being about to get Falconer after Predators came out for under $20. Now a single figure will likely run at least $30, if not $35-40.

I know Spitter and Burster are showing up at specialty shops now. RidgeTop picked up a Spitter. Specialty shops like comics/collectibles shops most of the time get them before big box stores or even online retailers at times.

It still makes me weep remembering buying the early AvPR/Predators figures for £15. Now we're talking £30-45.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Aug 01, 2022, 08:22:22 PM
Yeah as much as I want the Fireteam Aliens they have moved out of my price range at this point.  :(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 01, 2022, 08:59:24 PM
Totally understandable, but to me it is absolutely worth it, you get what you pay for as they say and in this case it turns out to be quite true.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Aug 01, 2022, 09:22:24 PM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 01, 2022, 01:29:34 AMJust in case you had any further doubts, the Covenant Alien's meant to be the biggest in the films aside from the Queen itself and it is bigger than any Engineer or Predator I have in my collection, even then the prior release towers above it in height and mass.
Hmm from my quick look the covenant xeno prototype seem as big as stumpy or the other drone/warriors in height and slender than the warrior, but I would need to move them from my bookshelf and compare when I get the time. Im tired now but do you have any source of the covenants size, I presume it would be in one of the covenant books? I need to check that up. That the covenant alien is the biggest one if ignoring the queen was new to me.

Nice to see them compared, yeah I think you might be right that the new runner is more close to proper size than the ultimate runner although in the movie it seemed huge in certain scenes. I will just pretend: the new runner is based on dog/smaller creatures that fireteam elite says they are created from, and the ultimate runner is the ox version :P

I just saw one of the online shops here in sweden have them in stock! :D Gonna order them when I get my next payment :D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Aug 04, 2022, 02:33:28 AM
Found the Panther at a Target that's literally in the same shopping center as the Best Buy where I found the Night Cougar! This Target also had the FTE figures so there's certainly no shortage of those on the shelf and now that my Kenner collection is complete I'll be buying those soon. But as others have stated $36.99 is the new price point for the new figures (which is around what the Rhino cost upon release and that's a much larger figure). Also the first wave of Kenner figures cost $19.99 back in 2017 so the price increase is significant.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Aug 04, 2022, 06:56:03 PM
Quote from: Xiggz456 on Aug 04, 2022, 02:33:28 AMFound the Panther at a Target that's literally in the same shopping center as the Best Buy where I found the Night Cougar! This Target also had the FTE figures so there's certainly no shortage of those on the shelf and now that my Kenner collection is complete I'll be buying those soon. But as others have stated $36.99 is the new price point for the new figures (which is around what the Rhino cost upon release and that's a much larger figure). Also the first wave of Kenner figures cost $19.99 back in 2017 so the price increase is significant.

I'v only seen it at sunrise records for $69.99 that was in Canadian dollars but still it should be $45 or so. The Aliens warrior was at Walmart fir $30 this year.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 05, 2022, 03:56:01 PM
The prices are getting crazy and I can rarely justify now most of Neca's figures unless they're somehow special and unique. For my human characters, I'm getting more into McFarlane's newer figures now since they're the same scale and have a lot more variety with sometimes better sculpts and articulation for a fraction of the price of Neca nowadays. As for my alien army building, I have no option other than to resort to getting the cheapest I can find from China on Ebay or Aliexpress and then repainting them and modifying them for better neck articulation etc.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 06, 2022, 02:03:36 AM
Canceled my preorder on the Fireteam Runner/Prowler pack, I don't want to deal with reselling the Runner and I'll take my chances finding the Prowler at retail I guess.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Aug 06, 2022, 02:18:41 AM
@BlueMarsalis79 The ox thing is going viral  :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: El Diablo on Aug 06, 2022, 11:31:17 AM
Quote from: Xiggz456 on Aug 04, 2022, 02:33:28 AMFound the Panther at a Target that's literally in the same shopping center as the Best Buy where I found the Night Cougar! This Target also had the FTE figures so there's certainly no shortage of those on the shelf and now that my Kenner collection is complete I'll be buying those soon. But as others have stated $36.99 is the new price point for the new figures (which is around what the Rhino cost upon release and that's a much larger figure). Also the first wave of Kenner figures cost $19.99 back in 2017 so the price increase is significant.

The prices have gotten ridiculous in such a short amount of time. If anything is going to curb my collecting it's going to be cost. I'm being more selective now. My local comic book shop had a 2 for 1 special on the Panther and Night Cougar Alien and that was the last purchase I made.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 06, 2022, 11:58:29 AM
Quote from: [cancerblack] on Aug 06, 2022, 02:18:41 AM@BlueMarsalis79 The ox thing is going viral  :laugh:

Yeah? lol
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Aug 08, 2022, 02:14:58 AM
Went to my local target to buy the Prowler and they were sold out of both that and the runner, however they now had the Spitter and Burster so I ended up buying the Spitter which is an absolute gorgeous figure! But after buying 3 figures this week my wallet is certainly feeling that price increase!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 08, 2022, 02:34:04 AM
Sold out? I like the sound of that, hopefully that means more Fireteam Elite on the way then.

It occurred to me that if the Predator race encountered the Alien race before humanity did, they would have never fought Drones or Warriors until we came along, just Runners and Prowlers and so forth instead.

So I had some fun taking photos of these really awesome figures.

(https://i.imgur.com/KUQ9DcI.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/2GjSDI3.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/UvRZz52.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/sYzsCzD.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/FxN2Apo.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/go3ld1r.jpeg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Aug 12, 2022, 04:09:43 AM
My local Wal-mart has hardly any Alien figures right now, but they've had a lot of Ashes for a long time. I counted them today... thirteen.

I almost want to buy an Ash out of pity.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Aug 12, 2022, 09:25:34 AM
Just be glad they don't cost $80 like they do here.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: (Bad Blood) on Aug 13, 2022, 06:12:47 AM
They actually look really good in hand.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Aug 13, 2022, 06:35:08 AM
Went to Target to buy dog food and ended up buying the Burster while I was at it lol. They also got more of the Runner in stock and it looks like the Burster is the exact same mold as the Runner but with translucent green areas throughout its sculpt. So I'm slightly more hesitant about getting the Runner although the completionist in me will probably take over and I'll end up buying it anyway lol.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: (Bad Blood) on Aug 13, 2022, 10:43:05 AM
Here are the Aliens I have currently set up.(https://i.ibb.co/xDyDrnW/IMG-20191211-060426.jpg) (https://ibb.co/7XHX03P)
(https://i.ibb.co/d6cKpFK/IMG-20191212-023904.jpg) (https://ibb.co/7VzypPy)
(https://i.ibb.co/s5GyPh0/20191207-070007.jpg) (https://ibb.co/DGy5bNx)
(https://i.ibb.co/WBqMgvb/20191211-031941.jpg) (https://ibb.co/XFNKSxh)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Darwinsgirl on Aug 13, 2022, 12:39:25 PM
Excellent posing.  8)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 13, 2022, 12:52:25 PM
Makes me want that Resurrection Alien to my own surprise.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: (Bad Blood) on Aug 13, 2022, 08:07:27 PM
Thank you everyone!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 14, 2022, 10:35:30 PM
Your posing is 11/10! It's a nitpick I have when I see so many reviewers on YouTube who don't know how to pose their figures at all, posing is essential in bringing a figure to life. I love when I see people who put so much care into that as many on these forums do.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: (Bad Blood) on Aug 15, 2022, 12:30:07 AM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Aug 14, 2022, 10:35:30 PMYour posing is 11/10! It's a nitpick I have when I see so many reviewers on YouTube who don't know how to pose their figures at all, posing is essential in bringing a figure to life. I love when I see people who put so much care into that as many on these forums do.
Thank you very much! I definitely agree with you, like you said, a figure needs realism in its posing to the character it represents to really look like a living breathing thing. I do truly try to replicate that when posing to match scenes in the films or try to at the very least make it look like the character would act.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 15, 2022, 07:48:03 AM
I'm just here trying to keep them standing... :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: (Bad Blood) on Aug 15, 2022, 08:25:04 AM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Aug 15, 2022, 07:48:03 AMI'm just here trying to keep them standing... :laugh:
lol honestly they are doomed without the base/stands so I understand.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 15, 2022, 08:28:19 AM
I did end up finding these clamp stands that I really like with the Aliens but sometimes it still is about trying to keep them from trying to topple over even with a clamp around their waist.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 15, 2022, 06:50:50 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Aug 15, 2022, 08:28:19 AMI did end up finding these clamp stands that I really like with the Aliens but sometimes it still is about trying to keep them from trying to topple over even with a clamp around their waist.

That's because every Alien before their AFE ones sucked.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Crazy Rich on Aug 15, 2022, 07:57:05 PM
If it helps, I use Bandai Tamashii Nations Stage Act stands and I've liked them.

Examples with my stuff (S.H Figuarts).

(https://i.imgur.com/XV9izQb.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/OhCfxzc.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: (Bad Blood) on Aug 15, 2022, 11:44:06 PM
That's the same Tamashii stand I use for my Resurrection Alien Warrior. Good stands. There is also a really good third party stand on eBay with a flexible arm and multiple head clip options for $17, you just type in "Flexible Dynamic Stand 1/6 or 1/12 in the search engine and it's the hexagon shaped base with the flexible arm. I have never had an alien fall over with one of those and is good quality. The Base is a decent size and not too large, perfect actually for neca aliens. Looks like this: (https://i.ibb.co/6nq3Q6q/Screenshot-20220815-164504-3.png) (https://ibb.co/Vjk76Xk)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 15, 2022, 11:51:14 PM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 15, 2022, 06:50:50 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Aug 15, 2022, 08:28:19 AMI did end up finding these clamp stands that I really like with the Aliens but sometimes it still is about trying to keep them from trying to topple over even with a clamp around their waist.

That's because every Alien before their AFE ones sucked.
I quite like a lot of their Aliens.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 15, 2022, 11:52:54 PM
I'm saying that Aaron having trouble making them stand's not his fault, but the quality standards, that has recently changed.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 16, 2022, 04:02:54 PM
I like, while not always love, a lot of Neca's alien line and even though I'm willing to defend some of their characteristics, I cannot say that they can stand easily. Knees are thin and weak. The newer figures from the last couple of years have had nicer knees, but then the whole calf is either too thin or bent so that it has trouble standing again...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 16, 2022, 04:24:19 PM
The Fireteam Elite Aliens are so much better it is nearly unbelievable. Joints are really tight, no warping, better paint applications, no mismatched parts, hope they do the rest of them featured at that quality level.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 16, 2022, 04:40:37 PM
Being significantly smaller and more lightweight also helps with their posing...  :P

But I would love to see the human variants of appropriate size be made. I'm dissapointed they didn't reveal any new Alien figure at the cons now. We literally have nothing to look forward to from them, nothing from the alien line, no hint. :'( 
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 16, 2022, 04:45:04 PM
As I have shown in photos, they are plenty big, even compared to Engineers and Predators, if they do the AFE Drone and Warrior they will be absolutely f**king massive. Doubly so for the Praetorian and the Crusher.

Quick link to photos:
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Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 08, 2022, 02:34:04 AMSold out? I like the sound of that, hopefully that means more Fireteam Elite on the way then.

It occurred to me that if the Predator race encountered the Alien race before humanity did, they would have never fought Drones or Warriors until we came along, just Runners and Prowlers and so forth instead.

So I had some fun taking photos of these really awesome figures.

https://i.imgur.com/KUQ9DcI.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/2GjSDI3.jpeghttps://i.imgur.com/UvRZz52.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/sYzsCzD.jpeghttps://i.imgur.com/FxN2Apo.jpeghttps://i.imgur.com/go3ld1r.jpeg
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Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Aug 16, 2022, 08:39:16 PM
Quote from: (Bad Blood) on Aug 15, 2022, 11:44:06 PMThat's the same Tamashii stand I use for my Resurrection Alien Warrior. Good stands. There is also a really good third party stand on eBay with a flexible arm and multiple head clip options for $17, you just type in "Flexible Dynamic Stand 1/6 or 1/12 in the search engine and it's the hexagon shaped base with the flexible arm. I have never had an alien fall over with one of those and is good quality. The Base is a decent size and not too large, perfect actually for neca aliens. Looks like this: (https://i.ibb.co/6nq3Q6q/Screenshot-20220815-164504-3.png) (https://ibb.co/Vjk76Xk)
That display stand is okay, although I found the claws included too big for the xenomorphs waists, only the one with padding fit around them and the lock mechanism is rather fiddly and not very secure.
I found these that works better and is cheaper than necas own display stands, only drawback is the base, wish it was flatter, but oh well. I can promise with them corporal hicks wont have issues with aliens toppling over.
Storm Collectible Dynamic Action Figure Stand for 1/12 and 1/6 Figures:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/332933679775

So far none of my xenos have toppled over with necas or storms display stands.

Yes Necas xenomorphs have so far had bad quality, loose joints in like 8/10 figures I purchased. Will see when I get around to buy the fireteam elite ones if that is improved or if I still find a single joint loose, or not.
Design wise and size they seem alright after blues pictures, necas warriors and drones etc seem correct to me compared to their humans. Hoping they will release the preatorians from fireteam elite, that is a insta buy. Fireteam drone and warrior I might skip if its nothing that outclass the old warrior/big chap design, size should be the same, so all depends on the quality of the figure.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: (Bad Blood) on Aug 16, 2022, 09:32:10 PM
Quote from: judge death on Aug 16, 2022, 08:39:16 PM
Quote from: (Bad Blood) on Aug 15, 2022, 11:44:06 PMThat's the same Tamashii stand I use for my Resurrection Alien Warrior. Good stands. There is also a really good third party stand on eBay with a flexible arm and multiple head clip options for $17, you just type in "Flexible Dynamic Stand 1/6 or 1/12 in the search engine and it's the hexagon shaped base with the flexible arm. I have never had an alien fall over with one of those and is good quality. The Base is a decent size and not too large, perfect actually for neca aliens. Looks like this: (https://i.ibb.co/6nq3Q6q/Screenshot-20220815-164504-3.png) (https://ibb.co/Vjk76Xk)
That display stand is okay, although I found the claws included too big for the xenomorphs waists, only the one with padding fit around them and the lock mechanism is rather fiddly and not very secure.
I found these that works better and is cheaper than necas own display stands, only drawback is the base, wish it was flatter, but oh well. I can promise with them corporal hicks wont have issues with aliens toppling over.
Storm Collectible Dynamic Action Figure Stand for 1/12 and 1/6 Figures:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/332933679775

So far none of my xenos have toppled over with necas or storms display stands.

Yes Necas xenomorphs have so far had bad quality, loose joints in like 8/10 figures I purchased. Will see when I get around to buy the fireteam elite ones if that is improved or if I still find a single joint loose, or not.
Design wise and size they seem alright after blues pictures, necas warriors and drones etc seem correct to me compared to their humans. Hoping they will release the preatorians from fireteam elite, that is a insta buy. Fireteam drone and warrior I might skip if its nothing that outclass the old warrior/big chap design, size should be the same, so all depends on the quality of the figure.
Do you stand the Xenos sideways when using the storm collectibles base stand? I had so much trouble trying to use a stand that doesn't have an articulated arm or flexible arm because it would not allow the aliens to stand in natural poses, it would just kind of hug them to the stand pole.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Aug 16, 2022, 09:36:44 PM
I have them only crouching or standing upright, one jump pose, but none sideways. It is like you say the pole is in the way for some poses and is a bit limited in pose ability and would say this display stand is best with upright standing figures.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 17, 2022, 11:25:32 AM
I do not think stands should be necessary but I like and recommend the MAFEX one.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 17, 2022, 03:23:04 PM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 16, 2022, 04:45:04 PMAs I have shown in photos, they are plenty big, even compared to Engineers and Predators, if they do the AFE Drone and Warrior they will be absolutely f**king massive. Doubly so for the Praetorian and the Crusher.

Quick link to photos:
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Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 08, 2022, 02:34:04 AMSold out? I like the sound of that, hopefully that means more Fireteam Elite on the way then.

It occurred to me that if the Predator race encountered the Alien race before humanity did, they would have never fought Drones or Warriors until we came along, just Runners and Prowlers and so forth instead.

So I had some fun taking photos of these really awesome figures.

https://i.imgur.com/KUQ9DcI.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/2GjSDI3.jpeghttps://i.imgur.com/UvRZz52.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/sYzsCzD.jpeghttps://i.imgur.com/FxN2Apo.jpeghttps://i.imgur.com/go3ld1r.jpeg
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Don't get your hopes up too much for the scale of the rest of the figures. The Spitter even though it uses the same body, is certainly a bit bigger than the runner in the game, but Neca didn't upscale the figure. Why do I point this out? Because The warrior in AFE is definitely bigger than the Drone and I doubt Neca will be accurate there with the size difference (even though they really do use the same body). I'm even okay with that if they don't make a size difference cause I do feel AFE overdid it. But I'm worried that they won't upscale the Praetorian which is much bigger, again cause they use the same body as the other human forms.

Though, I shouldn't be rushing, lets first see if they'll even do another series of these figures. 
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 17, 2022, 03:32:18 PM
They have sold faster than any other Alien line according to the grape vine, so here's hoping so, I'd love to see them all.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PAS Spinelli on Aug 17, 2022, 05:48:33 PM
the warrior in game is the size of a normal Neca alien when compared to neca's marines, so I doubt it wouldn't be in scale
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 18, 2022, 04:20:25 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 17, 2022, 11:25:32 AMI do not think stands should be necessary but I like and recommend the MAFEX one.
Necessary for Aliens? Or necessary for any figure in general?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 18, 2022, 10:02:55 AM
Both frankly.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 19, 2022, 05:03:48 AM
What if you want to do cool poses that aren't possible without a stand?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 19, 2022, 12:19:36 PM
Then I highly recommend one of MAFEX's stands, but I will say, in most cases like an Alien as an example if your figure has issues just getting standing that's not a good figure.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Aug 20, 2022, 04:47:38 PM
Almost none of necas xenos can stand on their own without using the tail as third leg. If one want them to have a moving pose and the tail up in the air or foward, it will fall down.
Will be interesting to see if the dog runner from fireteam elite can stand without using the tail as support.

Also a display stand protects the joints so they dont get loose after some years from carrying the weight of the figure. Little tip. :)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 20, 2022, 05:28:25 PM
It can, because unlike most of NECA's Aliens, it's good!

(https://i.imgur.com/gPkv48k.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/QYzZ61q.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/o9UiNS5.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/w9utUcd.jpeg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Aug 20, 2022, 05:29:15 PM
Oh! Awesome, thanks for those photos, finally they can stand normaly. Cant wait until I have this one and the prowler in the coming 2 months time. :D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 20, 2022, 09:36:00 PM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 19, 2022, 12:19:36 PMThen I highly recommend one of MAFEX's stands, but I will say, in most cases like an Alien as an example if your figure has issues just getting standing that's not a good figure.
I can agree with that.

Figma has good stands, too.

Edit--- I'll clarify, I'm okay with Aliens using the tail as a third leg, and I'm okay with figures using a small foot-peg stand to help with stability as long as it doesn't massively increase the "footprint" of the figure. All of McFarlane's toys nowadays come with a small foot-peg stand, for example; some of the figures need it, others don't, and overall I'm okay with it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Aug 21, 2022, 02:46:13 AM
Been working on a review of the Burster and Runner. Should be up Sunday or Monday if my schedule works out accordingly.

https://twitter.com/mikes_monsters/status/1561180507873849344?s=20&t=dnJwmlcRsZEYQqEqQphnhw
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Aug 21, 2022, 03:12:52 AM
My local Target just restocked with more Prowlers so I snagged one! If they were to do another 4 would it be Drone, Warrior, Crusher, Praetorian?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 21, 2022, 08:54:34 PM
Here's hoping, though sadly I could also see, Drone, Warrior, and... Monica and Irradiated Spitter for reuse purposes.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Aug 21, 2022, 09:59:56 PM
If they do the Drone and Warrior, and actually do proper FTE versions rather than yet more re-use/repaints of their existing sculpts, I'd actually consider shelling out even at the outright insane prices.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 21, 2022, 11:25:15 PM
Gimme them!

(https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/11b7cf6e-45a8-4d94-ae35-3dd19b316282/descm03-3f8598e7-396d-42b2-90e8-746816a1819b.gif?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOjdlMGQxODg5ODIyNjQzNzNhNWYwZDQxNWVhMGQyNmUwIiwiaXNzIjoidXJuOmFwcDo3ZTBkMTg4OTgyMjY0MzczYTVmMGQ0MTVlYTBkMjZlMCIsIm9iaiI6W1t7InBhdGgiOiJcL2ZcLzExYjdjZjZlLTQ1YTgtNGQ5NC1hZTM1LTNkZDE5YjMxNjI4MlwvZGVzY20wMy0zZjg1OThlNy0zOTZkLTQyYjItOTBlOC03NDY4MTZhMTgxOWIuZ2lmIn1dXSwiYXVkIjpbInVybjpzZXJ2aWNlOmZpbGUuZG93bmxvYWQiXX0.K_xhWiIEJ5Ui9xUrHdA78VKd752cS2ObsSPKj5UrQ8A)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Aug 22, 2022, 02:52:34 AM
Scored the Prowler, Burster, and Spitter at a local toy shop today, they look great in the packaging so far.

I get that there's some parts re-usage across the line because $$$$ (although the TMNT line never seems to have that problem but that's neither here nor there) but the spitter seems... small? Like in the game it always seemed bigger than the Burster, Prowler, and Runner.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Aug 22, 2022, 04:11:12 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Aug 22, 2022, 02:52:34 AMScored the Prowler, Burster, and Spitter at a local toy shop today, they look great in the packaging so far.

I get that there's some parts re-usage across the line because $$$$ (although the TMNT line never seems to have that problem but that's neither here nor there) but the spitter seems... small? Like in the game it always seemed bigger than the Burster, Prowler, and Runner.

As a TMNT collector, I can confirm they actually reuse a ton of parts for the line too. NECA likes to be resourceful in all their lines if they can.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Aug 23, 2022, 04:52:31 AM
I think with these ones they actually got the game models for the figures, likely making the molds using 3D printing. The Prowler, Burster, and Runner have quite similar models in the game.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Aug 24, 2022, 04:56:12 PM
A few days late, but finally got the video done and uploaded!

A comparison and review of the Burster and Runner by NECA from Fireteam Elite.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fgmND22FiQ
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 24, 2022, 05:12:10 PM
Amazing Mike, really looked forward to this one, you really know what you are talking about.

I will say with the inner jaw I just had to push it in and up a bit more to get the mouth to close completely.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Aug 25, 2022, 02:56:08 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 24, 2022, 05:12:10 PMAmazing Mike, really looked forward to this one, you really know what you are talking about.

I will say with the inner jaw I just had to push it in and up a bit more to get the mouth to close completely.

Thank you so much for the kind words and taking the time to watch! I really have no clue what I'm talking about, so thank you for saying otherwise.

I'll try to push the jaw in even more. Mine might be out of alignment or something, because I've been trying to push it in. But I'll give it another shot. Thanks for the tip!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Aug 25, 2022, 09:35:23 AM
The old hot water trick should do it for a sticky inner jaw.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 25, 2022, 11:28:02 AM
On mine it's not being sticky that stops it closing, but simply because it's got not much in the way of clearance, unless you get it all the way up and back as far as it will go. But then once you get the trick to it you are good to go.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Aug 31, 2022, 07:58:31 AM
I went to check out a relatively local nerd shop and still no signs of the later NECA figures on my side of the fond.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Sep 02, 2022, 06:17:21 AM
FUN FACT: the "sacs" on the sides of the Fireteam Spitter Alien's head glow in the dark, as do some of the sacs on the Burster Alien.

They don't glow particularly well (the Spitter glows better than the Burster, though), but they're definitely painted with glow-in-the-dark paint.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Sep 02, 2022, 04:30:52 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Sep 02, 2022, 06:17:21 AMFUN FACT: the "sacs" on the sides of the Fireteam Spitter Alien's head glow in the dark, as do some of the sacs on the Burster Alien.

They don't glow particularly well (the Spitter glows better than the Burster, though), but they're definitely painted with glow-in-the-dark paint.

Interesting! Wish they'd done just full glow on these. Didn't realize the Burster had any GITD material or paint on it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Sep 02, 2022, 08:26:43 PM
Quote from: Mike's Monsters on Sep 02, 2022, 04:30:52 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Sep 02, 2022, 06:17:21 AMFUN FACT: the "sacs" on the sides of the Fireteam Spitter Alien's head glow in the dark, as do some of the sacs on the Burster Alien.

They don't glow particularly well (the Spitter glows better than the Burster, though), but they're definitely painted with glow-in-the-dark paint.

Interesting! Wish they'd done just full glow on these. Didn't realize the Burster had any GITD material or paint on it.
It glows really poorly, but it is there.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: immortalundead on Sep 03, 2022, 02:13:09 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 20, 2022, 05:28:25 PMIt can, because unlike most of NECA's Aliens, it's good!

https://i.imgur.com/gPkv48k.jpeg

I was looking at your photos, and comparing to other images I've seen of the figure, and it seems a bit off to me. The head had some buildup on the front of the dome and the sides seem to be less pronounced, like the details are worn down. Don't wanna be a downer, but you might have a bootleg figure. Compare it this image here
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/VariationDetails/201839
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Sep 03, 2022, 05:12:54 AM
My own doing actually. I applied water texture paint to the front because I wanted it to have a slightly meaner look. I actually wanna do this as a blood splattered version from the reveal scene with Boggs and Rains. But have not done any further modifications until I pick another one up later, if I ran it under hot water it would come right away, but I kinda like it personally, apologies if anyone found it misleading, I did say I would be doing that earlier in the thread.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Sep 03, 2022, 05:16:04 PM
Quote from: immortalundead on Sep 03, 2022, 02:13:09 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Aug 20, 2022, 05:28:25 PMIt can, because unlike most of NECA's Aliens, it's good!

https://i.imgur.com/gPkv48k.jpeg

I was looking at your photos, and comparing to other images I've seen of the figure, and it seems a bit off to me. The head had some buildup on the front of the dome and the sides seem to be less pronounced, like the details are worn down. Don't wanna be a downer, but you might have a bootleg figure. Compare it this image here
https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/VariationDetails/201839


Nope, you're seeing the real thing. That's how the actual production looked in real life. Mine isn't as perfect and clean as the production images on BBTS either, and I got mine at Target where they're officially sold.

Tip, NECA figures never look as good as the production photos. Most things ever do really. NECA always looks much better in advertising and production photos, and can be slightly off once you see it in hand.

-Edit

Ah! I hadn't read Blue's response before posting this. But I'll leave mine as a general FYI on NECA figures for others.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: immortalundead on Sep 03, 2022, 06:59:02 PM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Sep 03, 2022, 05:12:54 AMMy own doing actually. I applied water texture paint to the front because I wanted it to have a slightly meaner look. I actually wanna do this as a blood splattered version from the reveal scene with Boggs and Rains. But have not done any further modifications until I pick another one up later, if I ran it under hot water it would come right away, but I kinda like it personally, apologies if anyone found it misleading, I did say I would be doing that earlier in the thread.

Thanks for clarifying, I didn't realize it was modified.

Ill agree with Mike's monsters, I used to collect all the Neca figs since the from Predators onwards, most where hit or miss, but I do have the first version of the elder which has amazing detail and paint application.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Sep 05, 2022, 02:34:15 AM
Will have more pics soon.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Sep 09, 2022, 11:58:56 PM
Caved and bought the FTE Runner to complete the collection.

Also found the Ash 40th Anniversary figure so I couldn't help but buy that also!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: thexenomorph on Nov 23, 2022, 12:29:06 AM
Any chance we might ever get figures of the AVP humans? (From the first, of course haha).
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Nov 23, 2022, 11:09:48 AM
No chance
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Nov 23, 2022, 12:06:04 PM
The human characters from both AvP are so lameless that I don't remember their name xD But for me, Harrigan, Royce and Naru are the ones who deserve to have a figure.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Dec 02, 2022, 09:02:36 PM
What are the updates on what neca is up to lately for the alien license? They have toned down what they produce by quite a percentage. I get the feeling they are almost done and will let the license expire soon? Any chance that they will keep going and are just buying time for a reasonable period to pass so that they can reproduce some of the same figures again?

I personally hope another company gets the licence soon, because I'm sick of neca's quality control issues. But if not, I wouldn't mind getting a second chance on some - hopefully improved - repaints.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Dec 03, 2022, 01:26:00 AM
I think there are some background extras from the Ninja Turtles movie that don't have figures yet. Maybe after NECA takes care of them, they'll get back to Aliens.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Dec 05, 2022, 04:57:21 PM
There's rumblings that NECA is done with the licenses and are wrapping up soon with their current releases.

I mentioned in the NECA Predator thread that I was informed that Feral will be their last Predator. This is likely the same case with the FTE being likely their last Alien figures.

We will have to see how it all plays out, but the trends of their recent releases is making this feel more true these days.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Dec 05, 2022, 05:03:30 PM
Well, They certainly made the most of it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Dec 05, 2022, 05:18:14 PM
So they lose the license as soon as they make a handful of good Aliens then? That's funny.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Dec 05, 2022, 05:23:17 PM
So, Neca is done with Fox related franchises? Well, that´s sad because we´ll never get the complete marine platoon from Aliens or the Wolf Predator Ultimate.
It was nice while it lasted.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Dec 05, 2022, 07:25:00 PM
So what will the last Aliens be exactly? @Mike's Monsters
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Dec 06, 2022, 06:03:44 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Dec 05, 2022, 07:25:00 PMSo what will the last Aliens be exactly? @Mike's Monsters

Don't know that exactly, wish I did. Just heard rumblings it will be the FTE line being their last. We will see how it all plays out.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 06, 2022, 08:54:01 AM
Still not seen any of the Fireteam stuff in any stores, or at any events in the UK yet. :(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kane's other son on Dec 06, 2022, 06:00:23 PM
NECA Alien figures are impossible to find over here and way too expensive for what they are, so I won't shed a tear if the license goes elsewhere.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Dec 06, 2022, 06:46:03 PM
Quote from: Kane's other son on Dec 06, 2022, 06:00:23 PMNECA Alien figures are impossible to find over here and way too expensive for what they are, so I won't shed a tear if the license goes elsewhere.

Same. They're $60-80 where I am, and still usually break right out of the package/have awful paint.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Dec 06, 2022, 09:28:44 PM
Quote from: Kane's other son on Dec 06, 2022, 06:00:23 PMNECA Alien figures are impossible to find over here and way too expensive for what they are, so I won't shed a tear if the license goes elsewhere.
Yep, that´s the issue with Neca figures, aside the QC, not mention some as the assassin from the Predator 2018 movie are so easy to fell.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Dec 06, 2022, 09:32:33 PM
Quote from: [cancerblack] on Dec 06, 2022, 06:46:03 PMSame. They're $60-80 where I am, and still usually break right out of the package/have awful paint.

I think the paint jobs on the newer figures are quite good. Also, with neca you can't go wrong with putting your figures in near boiling water after opening them, before moving any parts. You simply have to do this, although that's not cool.

I sure hope another American owned company gets the license as soon as they can. Any guesses to whom it will be??
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Dec 06, 2022, 10:47:32 PM
The quality control issue has more to do with the nature of the figure. First of all, it's a very brittle design with fine details. Second, it's the quality of the plastic, and that is determined by the price of the product. We want detailed authentic aliens, and we want them at a reasonable price, this is what we get.

Not that I don't feel you guys. Had plenty of figures break. it sucks.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Dec 07, 2022, 12:06:44 AM
I don't feel $80 is a reasonable price for the quality at all.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Dec 07, 2022, 12:41:58 PM
Well. inflation and import fees aside, it's as good as it gets for the level of detail and size.

Lannard and Kenner would be an option for less breakage and lower price, but with reduced size and less detail.

I am a Hiya guy myself.

Smaller size, less cost. Still highly detailed, but still prone to breakage.

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Dec 07, 2022, 12:45:30 PM
Bullshit, for an extra twenty quid, quality goes up leagues with the overseas manufacturers.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Dec 07, 2022, 12:53:05 PM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Dec 07, 2022, 12:45:30 PMBullshit, for an extra twenty quid, quality goes up leagues with the overseas manufacturers.

Yes. for an extra twenty quid. That however, is not the business model Neca has chosen. and it has been a conscious decision.

Figma and Revoltech for instance, Charge like 120$ for a single figure of a pretty small scale. However, the Quality is great, and they are expertly crafted. it's always a compromise.

And ease down on the attitude, please.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Dec 07, 2022, 12:58:16 PM
Their business model's to trick people into buying twice instead of knocking the cost up fifteen percent and making something that's actually worth it.

Being that their stuff's usually not worth half of what it's charged.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Dec 07, 2022, 01:05:24 PM
It would be more than 10%. they could do it like Revoltech and charge 120$ per figure.
But then they wouldn't be as commercially widespread. In my country, Neca figures are widely available, but rarely high-end collectibles.

I guess it's because only nerds(I say that with love) Are actively buying expensive collectibles and I guess Neca wants to cast a little wider net. I know plenty of plebs that picked up a Neca because they are relatively cheap and still look cool.

I do not praise their products, I don't buy them myself anymore. But I get it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Dec 07, 2022, 01:12:45 PM
Quote from: [cancerblack] on Dec 07, 2022, 12:06:44 AMI don't feel $80 is a reasonable price for the quality at all.

Last time I checked, fifteen percent of eighty's twelve, so for $92 you could probably get the Mafex or Mezco stuff or not far from it, in most countries they massively overcharge. In the UK they go for anywhere between £40 to £60 usually.

So that's the vast majority that would be better buying from any other brand.

For a domestic competition comparison point, (or a wider net) Hasbro makes significantly cheaper, better figures of roughly the same scale with Marvel Legends and Star Wars The Black Series.

No two ways about it, NECA's an absolute rip off, ESPECIALLY when it comes to Alien and Predator.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Dec 07, 2022, 01:16:33 PM
Speak for yourself. Mattel or Hasbro would never do it for me.

And that Mafex alien wasn't that great either. (contrary to my point I guess)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Crazy Rich on Dec 07, 2022, 02:56:39 PM
I'll just say that there's a reason why instead of selling my NECA stuff I just got rid of them at a thrift store instead...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Dec 07, 2022, 03:09:10 PM
£24.00 each. (Less than half what NECA charges)

(https://mlpnk72yciwc.i.optimole.com/cqhiHLc.IIZS~2ef73/w:auto/h:auto/q:75/https://bleedingcool.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/F7094_PROD_SW_BL_EDEN_056_Online_2000SQ-1.jpg)
(https://mlpnk72yciwc.i.optimole.com/cqhiHLc.IIZS~2ef73/w:auto/h:auto/q:75/https://bleedingcool.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/F7094_PROD_SW_BL_EDEN_058_Online_2000SQ.jpg)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0279/0739/1585/products/F7093_PROD_SW_BL_EAST_HOPE_044_Online_2000SQ_1024x1024.jpg?v=1667217044)

(https://legendary-digital-network-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/13054531/MARVEL-LEGENDS-SERIES-6-INCH-WOLVERINE-Figure-jacket-watermarked.jpg)

They annihilate NECA's stuff, sure it's slightly smaller in scale, but c'mon, better paint, better articulation, and never once has any of them broke on me.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Dec 07, 2022, 03:19:55 PM
Those are prototypes. throw up some pictures of the actual product.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Dec 07, 2022, 03:28:10 PM
Actually I have the Logan figure posted in pictures and though it is smaller, the articulation, paint applications and facial likenesses are superb. If Hasbro gets the Alien/Predator license and do the same, I bet the figures would sell as hot cakes.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SuperiorIronman on Dec 07, 2022, 05:16:57 PM
I don't doubt they could do it but Alien and Predator need its own home at Hasbro because Hasbro had made some impressive f**k ups lately with its quality. For example the clone helmet they got up or that the Marvel Legends line is releasing a Spider-man with several web accessories but Spider-man can't actually hold any of them making them worthless.

And given Hasbro seems to be weird about giving a figure unique sculpts, we're probably going to be getting most of them generalized.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Dec 07, 2022, 06:10:32 PM
Quote from: bobby brown on Dec 07, 2022, 03:19:55 PMThose are prototypes. throw up some pictures of the actual product.

They actually look even better in hand frankly.

(https://i.imgur.com/vvob18O.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/T1ScY9c.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/VBbNK4c.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/SauDz4i.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/g6WE7O5.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Dec 08, 2022, 12:37:55 PM
I'll say it again. With all of McFarlane's articulation upgrades, I'd give them the license. Same scale as Neca so it can already fit in the existing collection, QC is definitely not worse, maybe better. Their monsters always look great, so Alien and Predator would be perfect. They love doing expanded media versions of characters, so great. At the same price as Hasbro or a slight bit more. A lot cheaper then Neca now. I have bought multiple human characters to be used as generic civilians, company men or mercs in my Alien collection.

The only negatives are the lackluster paint sometimes and not all of their human faces are great. Hasbro does have an edge there as of now.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Dec 08, 2022, 02:10:32 PM
The pretty lackluster paint, and the limited articulation, and also the weird pre built in poses. (Sideways eyes for everyone!)

Also I would rather the scale went down slightly honestly to Hasbro Marvel Legends type height, it is not like NECA ever made good human characters anyway with either license, and the monsters from NECA will not suffer being slightly oversized.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Dec 08, 2022, 03:28:33 PM
PRices here on necas alien figures are not 80 dollar but around 60 dollar actually, but yeah the rest is true with what others have said about their quality control and the paintjob differs massively between figures.

Mclane I would hate to get the license, they had it before neca and made horrible figures, more like statues and their newer stuff is bad.

Revoltech is good, Hasbro too or Figma are some options.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Dec 08, 2022, 07:24:45 PM
Actually McFarlane 7" predators from the first AvP movie are quite good and include a lot of goodies and accesories. However, the plastic used for the articulations could break easily with the pass of time and I say this because my Hicks exclusive from McFarlane club broke its arm when I took from the package.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Dec 08, 2022, 08:45:21 PM
I'm good with all of the above alternatives. But hey, if you dig their products all power to you.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Nukiemorph on Dec 08, 2022, 11:58:55 PM
There are some Kenner remakes I was hoping to see...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Dec 09, 2022, 04:56:01 AM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Dec 08, 2022, 12:37:55 PMI'll say it again. With all of McFarlane's articulation upgrades, I'd give them the license. Same scale as Neca so it can already fit in the existing collection, QC is definitely not worse, maybe better. Their monsters always look great, so Alien and Predator would be perfect. They love doing expanded media versions of characters, so great. At the same price as Hasbro or a slight bit more. A lot cheaper then Neca now. I have bought multiple human characters to be used as generic civilians, company men or mercs in my Alien collection.

The only negatives are the lackluster paint sometimes and not all of their human faces are great. Hasbro does have an edge there as of now.
The paint issue with mcfarlane is to keep the price down for mass retale they could raise it $10 and ad more paint, their sculpting is usually top notch.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Dec 09, 2022, 09:28:52 AM
Mcfarlande alien resurrection figure:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vi1oLJLzm-A
VS

Neca:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_vHUlP6hQc
Neca outclass them by a mile, at least NEcas can be moved while mcfarlande is more a solid statue and details are bad.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Dec 09, 2022, 09:32:47 AM
It is worth keeping a mind there is a decade plus difference in those figures. NECA's original AvPR figures are similarly statuesque.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Dec 09, 2022, 03:41:57 PM
Yeah, McFarlane's old stuff was very statue like and had exaggerated sculpts. Their new stuff has the same range of articulation as Neca, better plastic quality, doesn't brake and good likeness. Some figures have the side eye which is dumb, but not all them get that look. Just for the people who don't have the new McFarlane releases, take a look at these:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UuhLeURU4mkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UD7Qn2y1MSQhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9p9VwWqZslghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-JQsJG9w-Ehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXJ4VUi7giA
McFarlane vs Mattel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVwYVPJLWNchttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hs8W8zU_-uYhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nJebut4rhUhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEua0SEqpukhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ConhpzsG8Fg
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Dec 09, 2022, 08:27:04 PM
I'm restarting a bit of a neca Alien collection. For a queen I think at first I'm going to opt for the mcfarlane queen. I've complained before about the neca queen and how hard she is to pose, and how her spikes and jaws fall out too easily.

I used to own the mcfarlane queen as well and I totally realize she isn't as screen accurate or poseable as the neca one. But she's much more stable and doesn't have all these pieces that fall off. I also absolutely LOVE the cocooned woman accessory she comes with. Plus, this set today goes for much cheaper than the neca one.

What do you think of my idea?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Dec 11, 2022, 11:01:55 AM
If you want more of a statue, something that's more stable and has neat accessories, yeah, go for the McFarlane one. She ain't accurate and is stylized like most of their old Alien stuff. I much prefer the Neca Queen. She can look wonderful if you fiddle around with posing her. She can be very hard to pose (I put blue sticky tack on her feet so she would stand better), but if that doesn't bother you, her articulation and sculpt is awesome. If those cons would annoy the hell out of you, then she can be a nightmare for some collectors.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Dec 11, 2022, 11:16:21 AM
I would not recommend the McFarlane queen. that soft rubber on her neck ages badly.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Dec 12, 2022, 01:05:15 AM
  Thanks for the replies!

I went ahead and got the mcfarlane queen... for now, anyway. Might get the neca one eventually too. I've also retained my old alien big chap, the smaller one (bloody) and the 22 inch. I still have the brown ultimate warrior and ultimate dog alien. I dunno if I'll get the new Runner Alien because I love the ultimate. However, I definitely plan to get the other fire team elite aliens, assuming my interests don't change in the mean time. Fire team elite is not available yet on any Canadian stores I see.

I have now collected Apone, Alien 3 Ripley, as well as the weyland utani commando. I also got all 3 of the new AvP arcade aliens. And the silver rhino, as well as night cougar. On the way I have coming Brett, Parker, some eggs and face huggers, the blue exploded Alien, the orange rhino, and unmasked Hicks and Hudson.

I have another question since I am OCD, especially about figures.

What do you guys do with your broken neca figures? Do you just glue them? Replace them? Or use the screw trick?

I'm asking this because while I do heat my figures in water before moving their parts for the first time, I've still ran into some issues. Both of my alien 3 Ripley's hands snapped off. I glued them in place and I guess I'm okay with that. But the razor claws and arachnoid both broke in places too. Razor and arachnoid may have somewhat been my fault, but Ripley wasn't. I am replacing razor claws and arachnoid.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Dec 13, 2022, 02:40:43 PM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Dec 09, 2022, 08:27:04 PMI'm restarting a bit of a neca Alien collection. For a queen I think at first I'm going to opt for the mcfarlane queen. I've complained before about the neca queen and how hard she is to pose, and how her spikes and jaws fall out too easily.

I used to own the mcfarlane queen as well and I totally realize she isn't as screen accurate or poseable as the neca one. But she's much more stable and doesn't have all these pieces that fall off. I also absolutely LOVE the cocooned woman accessory she comes with. Plus, this set today goes for much cheaper than the neca one.

What do you think of my idea?

NECA Queen is one of the best figures ever made. I have no problems with mine. As outstanding as it can only be.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PAS Spinelli on Dec 13, 2022, 06:18:50 PM
McFarlane's recent DOOM Figures might as well be statues too tho
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kane's other son on Dec 14, 2022, 11:31:58 AM
Quote from: bobby brown on Dec 11, 2022, 11:16:21 AMI would not recommend the McFarlane queen. that soft rubber on her neck ages badly.
If you keep it out of sunlight, it holds up. I've had mine since 2004 and it's still pristine.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Dec 14, 2022, 11:17:26 PM
Sorry if my question from before was obscured by all my jibberish ramblings, but no one wants to answer my question?

What do you do with your broken neca figures? They are all too common.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Dec 15, 2022, 09:05:00 AM
I use them as a reminder to never buy from NECA or be willing to risk that fate.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kane's other son on Dec 15, 2022, 10:39:09 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Dec 14, 2022, 11:17:26 PMSorry if my question from before was obscured by all my jibberish ramblings, but no one wants to answer my question?

What do you do with your broken neca figures? They are all too common.

My Alien 3 xeno's arm broke right out of the box. I just used super glue.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Dec 15, 2022, 05:16:23 PM
What you can do with them, if you still want to keep them around and not throw it away like myself:
1: Glue or fix it together, use hot water or hair dryer to bend pieces that needs bending, essentially the figure will be a statue once you are done.
2: Use it as reserve parts for future figures of same type.
3: USe it in some diorama and make it to a injured/damaged figure that fits in the diorama. Example: marines shoting and your damaged xeno could act as their target, even better if you modify and add acid looking plastic and the piece thats broken as cut off limb from the marines shoting.
4: Sell it online, there are some people who buy damaged figures, mostly to use as spare parts or for their own custom builds projects.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: thexenomorph on Dec 22, 2022, 05:57:16 AM
Any chance they might re-issue any figures before letting the license expire? ....Dallas perhaps?....
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Dec 22, 2022, 11:01:50 AM
If NECA re-issues the Red Alien Queen, I'll be in heaven.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xiggz456 on Dec 24, 2022, 05:03:43 PM
Really hoping they finish the Kenner line. Went ahead and made a list of what figures are left:

Aliens:

Bull
Killer Crab
Arachnid
Wild Boar
Swarm
Queen
Flying Queen
King

Marines:

Bishop
Hicks
ATAX
O'Malley

There's also a handful of vehicles but I doubt they'd make them. Which one(s) do you guys want/hope to see next?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: littlesprout on Dec 25, 2022, 01:50:27 AM
Yes flying queen!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Dec 26, 2022, 03:29:11 AM
The big chap and warrior use the same moulds exept for the head and arms and feet I think, but was there any other difference in real life? I thought i heard the number of ribs where different.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Jonesy Not Expendable on Dec 27, 2022, 07:27:47 PM
I don't know who I'd want to take over the license eventually but for now I hope neca hold on to it and finish off some of the collections.

The biggest hole in my collection would be the nostromo crew. I regret not upgrading Ripley but definitely need the missing crew.

20221227_190821.jpg
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: RidgeTop on Jan 06, 2023, 06:02:28 AM
Did a short form unboxing vid of the Aliens: Fireteam Elite Spitter. It's a shame NECA waited until they're seemingly done with the license to release the best Alien figs of their entire run.

https://twitter.com/avpgalaxy/status/1611237274095857667
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kailem on Jan 06, 2023, 05:45:48 PM
That does look really damn nice.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: pmaz11 on Jan 06, 2023, 08:06:55 PM
Just saw a link on FB to a commercial AD for the Aliens: Fireteam Elite set. Love the stop-motion animation they did for it as well  :D

(https://i.postimg.cc/HLcXKBN5/F77479-FB-2-A82-4-C4-F-A4-E3-072-D4406-E0-F7.jpg)

***VIDEO***
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid0GqkiL4uL6KUaT7qWJrgn4DtZcvXuyvcKpXAHEtYJMSLEcebTWqKBeLdrgisGbJzCl&id=122743857788008&mibextid=qC1gEa
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Jan 07, 2023, 03:01:15 PM
I loved the video! Nice to see them lean into that kind of fun.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jan 07, 2023, 03:32:58 PM
Nice, maybe the line's not dead after all then?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Jan 07, 2023, 05:37:37 PM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Jan 07, 2023, 03:32:58 PMNice, maybe the line's not dead after all then?

NECA hired DJ over the summer to make these stop motion videos, he's a cool guy.

He's just now getting to some of the releases in their recent drops on all lines. So it's more of catch up, and not so much a shot in the heart for the line like we'd hope. He's just getting thru a backlog.

Notice how the video says it's line 1 and 2, which pretty much dropped at the same time on shelves. Doesn't tell me that it's still alive, but more of a were just now getting around to talking about it.

I'd love NECA to keep making Aliens, but it's not seeming like that's happening these days unless they make a new deal or something. But I'm also ready for some new blood to take over, as long as the quality is there.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gr33n M4n on Jan 08, 2023, 05:58:55 PM
My fiancé got me this

(https://i.imgur.com/dTxFc5T.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/ZzWNnPl.jpg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mala'kak on Feb 08, 2023, 02:56:14 PM
How much is this figure actually worth? someone on ebay selling it for £299.99!

NECA 7" Alien Action Figures Series 2 Xenomorph Blue Warrior Action Figure

(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/2IoAAOSwcW9fymRM/s-l1600.jpg)

I have the exact same one which I bought a few years ago still sealed.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Feb 08, 2023, 03:56:54 PM
Quote from: Mala'kak on Feb 08, 2023, 02:56:14 PMHow much is this figure actually worth? someone on ebay selling it for £299.99!

NECA 7" Alien Action Figures Series 2 Xenomorph Blue Warrior Action Figure

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/2IoAAOSwcW9fymRM/s-l1600.jpg
I have the exact same one which I bought a few years ago still sealed.

They're probably basing it off that exact release and hoping someone banks on not knowing that NECA has rereleased that figure with the ultimate style box flap packaging like they do now. If it wasn't a rereleased figure, I can see the price being a little more justified.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: (Bad Blood) on Mar 04, 2023, 02:02:40 AM
Long ago, the first Alien figure I ever had was the Kenner Panther Alien, which I loved as a kid, it was a gift i got at 3 years old and brought it everywhere lol. Now having the Neca Panther Alien 30 years after 1993 is unreal lol. I also like it much more than I expected considering it's wild color scheme on a new sculpt. It works really well with an amber reading lamp on the table. (https://i.ibb.co/V3MhTS4/IMG-20230303-174453334.jpg) (https://ibb.co/52szL8H)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: thexenomorph on Mar 09, 2023, 08:42:54 AM
I finally was able to find Dallas for a reasonable price, it's the 35th Anniversary edition but whatever. :)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Mar 12, 2023, 03:10:57 PM
I'm  still waiting for Dallas, Lambert and Kane in regular Nostromo suits. I'm afraid the team will never be complete.

(https://i.imgur.com/sTY8l85.jpeg)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 13, 2023, 10:24:32 AM
I don't think it'll happen either. And I'm still awaiting that announcement that NECA is no longer producing Alien (or Predator) figures.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Mar 13, 2023, 12:28:07 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Mar 13, 2023, 10:24:32 AMI don't think it'll happen either. And I'm still awaiting that announcement that NECA is no longer producing Alien (or Predator) figures.
Regarding Predator, NECA recently said there are more stuff coming, so
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Mar 13, 2023, 02:14:12 PM
Which can simply mean Feral is coming and that's it.

When they let go of the Godzilla license NECA stayed very quiet. It was the fans that did the detective work and found they'd lost it.

I don't expect them to say they're letting go of Alien and Predator since they helped build the NECA brand to what it is today. I expect it to be a quiet death.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Mar 13, 2023, 02:42:34 PM
Could be, also in latest the visual guide there is no upcoming figure, except the lost tribe figures.
Personally, if NECA is going to wrap up with the license, I hope they release the Feral and the Ultimate Wolf and I´ll be satisfied.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Corporal Hicks on Mar 13, 2023, 03:38:46 PM
I'll be satisfied if we get that Feral. I know they said we would, but I'm still expecting it to be more of an if.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Mar 13, 2023, 04:04:01 PM
Quote from: Corporal Hicks on Mar 13, 2023, 03:38:46 PMI'll be satisfied if we get that Feral. I know they said we would, but I'm still expecting it to be more of an if.

I'm with you on that if.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Wweyland on Mar 13, 2023, 10:43:32 PM
Quote from: Mala'kak on Feb 08, 2023, 02:56:14 PMHow much is this figure actually worth? someone on ebay selling it for £299.99!

NECA 7" Alien Action Figures Series 2 Xenomorph Blue Warrior Action Figure

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/2IoAAOSwcW9fymRM/s-l1600.jpg
I have the exact same one which I bought a few years ago still sealed.
I have that but with a broken leg. Never knew it could be so valuable.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Mar 14, 2023, 01:06:08 AM
It's not.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 14, 2023, 03:24:17 AM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Mar 13, 2023, 02:42:34 PMCould be, also in latest the visual guide there is no upcoming figure, except the lost tribe figures.
Personally, if NECA is going to wrap up with the license, I hope they release the Feral and the Ultimate Wolf and I´ll be satisfied.
Ditto on this. Gimme Feral and Wolf and then my Predator shelf is complete.

Like I mean, I'd love more Predators (the other 2 bad bloods from Concrete Jungle, the elder from Predator: Homeworld, Ultimate editions of the 'Predators' trio) but if we just got those two I'd be okay with it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Mar 14, 2023, 05:28:55 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Mar 14, 2023, 03:24:17 AM
Quote from: Gridseeker on Mar 13, 2023, 02:42:34 PMCould be, also in latest the visual guide there is no upcoming figure, except the lost tribe figures.
Personally, if NECA is going to wrap up with the license, I hope they release the Feral and the Ultimate Wolf and I´ll be satisfied.
Ditto on this. Gimme Feral and Wolf and then my Predator shelf is complete.

Like I mean, I'd love more Predators (the other 2 bad bloods from Concrete Jungle, the elder from Predator: Homeworld, Ultimate editions of the 'Predators' trio) but if we just got those two I'd be okay with it.
Same here. If NECA still holds license, give me ultimate super predators from the third movie and I´l be fine, or more "obscure" yautjas as the one from the AvP 2 PC game.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Mar 15, 2023, 05:13:49 AM
And that hive wars predator that was originally going to have a mask, gun and bird included but they instead they gave him a generic knife that was obviously from something else because it has a peg on it and no peg hole on the predator.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: thexenomorph on Mar 16, 2023, 07:29:46 PM
Quote from: thexenomorph on Mar 09, 2023, 08:42:54 AMI finally was able to find Dallas for a reasonable price, it's the 35th Anniversary edition but whatever. :)

Hmm, so Dallas came in today. He is sticky, and some paint has rubbed off on my hands. Also, his articulation seems a bit loose, specifically his chest piece. He did come in as "new", and was in box.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Mar 16, 2023, 07:51:53 PM
It might be a bootleg I'm affraid.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Mar 16, 2023, 07:59:15 PM
I've had sticky NECA parts from 100% official sources tbh. Sometimes the softer material doesn't cure properly.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mister Skeezler on Mar 21, 2023, 05:54:54 PM
My original Kane from a few years back was sticky when I opened him. I think there's something about that metallic paint.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: (Bad Blood) on Mar 22, 2023, 08:16:19 AM
Not an alien figure but my Neca Resident Evil/Biohazard Tyrant was sticky as well.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Mar 22, 2023, 04:45:11 PM
Running under very hot water for about 30 seconds and very carefully moving the joints will loosen up the sticky/tight spots on the figures. I do it to just about every NECA figure that doesn't have clothe or electronics. NECA has a history of super sticky/locked joints because they paint over them.

Paint rubs off a lot too because of how and where they apply it. In my case, it's usually on the joints, mainly the elbows or back of the knees where my paint comes off.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neomorph-01 on Apr 14, 2023, 10:03:16 PM
Quote from: Mike's Monsters on Mar 22, 2023, 04:45:11 PMRunning under very hot water for about 30 seconds and very carefully moving the joints will loosen up the sticky/tight spots on the figures. I do it to just about every NECA figure that doesn't have clothe or electronics. NECA has a history of super sticky/locked joints because they paint over them.

Unfortunately it's not just Neca figures that have this problem, more and more collectible figures can have stiff joints just out of the package. Annoying as heck with Neca or similar priced items, BUT worse when it is pricier figures. The hot water method is the best option for safety to loosen up stuck joints.

previous damaged figures are in the custom box - so there is still hope for new life in those 'accidents'.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Apr 17, 2023, 06:48:12 PM
My experience is of the opposite: few joints are good, most of them are too loose and like an arm: smallest shaking and the arm will fall down. NEver had to use the hot water method besides when I need to bend/correct the plastic when its bent to hell.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Master on Apr 22, 2023, 07:12:20 PM
Quote from: judge death on Apr 17, 2023, 06:48:12 PMMy experience is of the opposite: few joints are good, most of them are too loose and like an arm: smallest shaking and the arm will fall down. NEver had to use the hot water method besides when I need to bend/correct the plastic when its bent to hell.

For too loose joints add one drop of superglue and move them until it's dry.  ;)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: (Bad Blood) on Apr 23, 2023, 01:34:17 AM
Quote from: Master on Apr 22, 2023, 07:12:20 PM
Quote from: judge death on Apr 17, 2023, 06:48:12 PMMy experience is of the opposite: few joints are good, most of them are too loose and like an arm: smallest shaking and the arm will fall down. NEver had to use the hot water method besides when I need to bend/correct the plastic when its bent to hell.

For too loose joints add one drop of superglue and move them until it's dry.  ;)
Also clear nail polish works amazingly well.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 23, 2023, 10:36:19 AM
If we don't get anything for this Alien Day I'm calling it, Neca's done with it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Apr 23, 2023, 07:27:30 PM
Quote from: Mike's Monsters on Mar 22, 2023, 04:45:11 PMRunning under very hot water for about 30 seconds and very carefully moving the joints will loosen up the sticky/tight spots on the figures. I do it to just about every NECA figure that doesn't have clothe or electronics. NECA has a history of super sticky/locked joints because they paint over them.

Paint rubs off a lot too because of how and where they apply it. In my case, it's usually on the joints, mainly the elbows or back of the knees where my paint comes off.

I don't mean "stuck", I mean physically sticky and/or greasy to the touch, on outer surfaces, due to the softer rubber/plastic not curing correctly. Unfixable and very toxic. In my experience, the dreadlocks and cast "cloth" on Preds are the worst offenders. Alien pelvis/tail and dorsal tubes are similar stuff but seem less prone to it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Apr 27, 2023, 01:24:26 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Apr 23, 2023, 10:36:19 AMIf we don't get anything for this Alien Day I'm calling it, Neca's done with it.
Happy Alien Day.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: judge death on Apr 27, 2023, 08:38:55 PM
Well I think blue might win this bet, started to see rumors from some friends who have good insights in neca and most think Neca has given up on the license and wont renew it, it ends in july and then Disney will sell the rights to the highest bidder. But until then its in Necas hands who clearly ignores and keep silent about it.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: 426Buddy on Apr 27, 2023, 09:11:01 PM
I've already give up on any new aliens. I doubt we'll ever see Feral.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Kane's other son on Apr 28, 2023, 10:46:06 AM
Good riddance. I'm sick and tired of not getting the figures I want in my country and the ones that do reach these shores ending up costing 50 euros.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on May 01, 2023, 01:54:02 PM
to be fair, the made a crazy run with the license. they did perhaps more of it than anybody before.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on May 01, 2023, 09:23:11 PM
Quote from: Kane's other son on Apr 28, 2023, 10:46:06 AMGood riddance. I'm sick and tired of not getting the figures I want in my country and the ones that do reach these shores ending up costing 50 euros.

Yeah if we're going to pay Japanese Toy prices for rubber monster quality anyway I'm happy for the license to go elsewhere.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 02, 2023, 02:19:16 AM
It'll be McFarlane taking over.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on May 02, 2023, 03:05:03 AM
Pls no.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on May 02, 2023, 04:15:13 AM
Quote from: [cancerblack] on May 02, 2023, 03:05:03 AMPls no.
Why?

I'd be good with it.
We'd probably get more human characters than we did with Neca.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: littlesprout on May 02, 2023, 04:18:35 AM
I prefer neca to McFarlane. I just wish there were more human characters to size up with the neca aliens and predators for dioramas
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on May 02, 2023, 06:31:41 AM
Quote from: Sabres21768 on May 02, 2023, 04:15:13 AMWhy?

To be fair, only recent stuff I've seen of theirs was the 40k lines - but it looks rough as guts even in the promotional pictures, and no better in person.


QuoteWe'd probably get more human characters than we did with Neca.

For me personally, this isn't a plus.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 03, 2023, 12:10:57 AM
McFarlane has stepped up their game quite a bit in the last 5 years or so. Their DC stuff is pretty consistently great (even if like 93% of their output is just Batman variations), they rarely if ever reuse sculpts, they've got solid articulation and paint, good build quality so they don't feel fragile, sculpt work is great, and on top of it all they've managed to keep the price point at roughly $20 for a basic figure (maybe a little more if it's oversized, or comes with a build-a-figure piece). The only thing they really fall a little short on is accessories, but some figures do come with alternate hands, they all come with a foot-peg base, and flying characters always come with an appropriate flight stand.

Their Mortal Kombat and Spawn stuff has been quite good, too.

If you're going to give the A/P license to someone, McFarlane is a pretty solid call.

As for their 40K stuff, I only have two of their figures (a Battle Sister and a Necron Warrior) and I was more than satisfied at the price point.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on May 11, 2023, 09:42:01 PM
You all who love McFarlane, how do you feel about the awesome line that started the Alien and Predator run with them, Movie Maniacs, now being a weird cashgrab that is nothing like the previous version? No horror and very statue-esque poses that don't move or articulated.

https://twitter.com/toyark/status/1656699233146384384?s=46&t=_UkEryu2c2UmLOQcQ5K4SA

There are reasons why McFarlane is being laughed at by regular collectors or you see loads of his figures warming the pegs. Quality control is gone and it's all big cash grabs.

Too many Batmen, awkward scaling and so much more need to be worked out before I want Todd touching the Alien and Predator license again. Not to say NECA has a great track record, or really any company to be honest. But hearing the praise for McFarlane makes me wonder if those praising actually collect his lines. If you do, and you like them, more power to you! I'm just curious to what actually works for you in their figures and lines, and why.

https://twitter.com/dveese/status/1656003569194082322?s=46&t=_UkEryu2c2UmLOQcQ5K4SA

(PS I know Wonder Woman is taller than Catwoman in reality, but really check out the tweets responding to that tweet to hear how many feel about the line and Todd's figures)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: (Bad Blood) on May 11, 2023, 09:48:06 PM
Quote from: Mike's Monsters on May 11, 2023, 09:42:01 PMYou all who love McFarlane, how do you feel about the awesome line that started the Alien and Predator run with them, Movie Maniacs, now being a weird cashgrab that is nothing like the previous version? No horror and very statue-esque poses that don't move or articulated.

https://twitter.com/toyark/status/1656699233146384384?s=46&t=_UkEryu2c2UmLOQcQ5K4SA

There are reasons why McFarlane is being laughed at by regular collectors or you see loads of his figures warming the pegs. Quality control is gone and it's all big cash grabs.

Too many Batmen, awkward scaling and so much more need to be worked out before I want Todd touching the Alien and Predator license again. Not to say NECA has a great track record, or really any company to be honest. But hearing the praise for McFarlane makes me wonder if those praising actually collect his lines. If you do, and you like them, more power to you! I'm just curious to what actually works for you in their figures and lines, and why.

https://twitter.com/dveese/status/1656003569194082322?s=46&t=_UkEryu2c2UmLOQcQ5K4SA

(PS I know Wonder Woman is taller than Catwoman in reality, but really check out the tweets responding to that tweet to hear how many feel about the line and Todd's figures)
Yeah I've been highly disappointed by McFarlane over the years, the quality in paint and QC has dropped to almost zero and the Movie Maniacs reveal was just a absolute let down. I was hoping even just a slight rekindling of the old Movie Maniacs but this is just laughable. I don't collect their stuff anymore and would definitely not want them touching the Alien/Predator line these days.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on May 11, 2023, 09:49:55 PM
I'm not up to speed with that end of their output, I just think the flat paints with minimal to no highlighting or washes on their 40k line looks trash.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on May 11, 2023, 10:09:32 PM
People married to the oversized NECA scale will seethe and mald but it is the truth, the Black Series and Marvel Legends team generally have the best sculpts and articulation at an affordable price.

On a case by case basis they even put the overseas luxury companies to shame often.

(https://media.comicbook.com/2020/02/wolverine-figure-marvel-legends-2-1208561.jpeg?auto=webp&width=1280&height=1280&crop=1280:1280,smart)

(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0279/0739/1585/products/F4356_PROD_SW_BL_LOS_ANGELES_054_Online_2000SQ_800x.jpg?v=1653382626)

I can attest to this personally.
And they are £25 a pop or £30, NECA usually goes for double that.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on May 11, 2023, 11:06:42 PM
What are the actual sizes on those? They look reasonably big, if not neca huge, when you show them off in chat. 6"?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 14, 2023, 05:12:47 AM
Quote from: Mike's Monsters on May 11, 2023, 09:42:01 PMBut hearing the praise for McFarlane makes me wonder if those praising actually collect his lines.
I do, and as I said earlier mcFarlane's sculpts are quite good, their paint can be quite good, the price point beats the hell out of NECA, and their figures are loaded with good articulation and often come with decent accessories. I just cracked open three McF DC figures this morning, a Wonder Woman (https://mcfarlane.com/toys/wonder-woman-endless-winter/) (different from the one in your post), 'The Flash' Supergirl (https://mcfarlane.com/toys/supergirl-7in-flash-movie/), and that Catwoman in your post, and they're all great. I have all of the Dark Batmen, a couple Wonder Womans, Cyborg (https://mcfarlane.com/toys/cyborg-2/), The Flash, and Steppenwolf (https://mcfarlane.com/toys/stepphenwolf/) from Snyder's Justice League, and comic book Bane (https://mcfarlane.com/toys/bane-megafig/), and they're all great.

I've also got some of their Witcher and Mortal Kombat figures, and they're all great. Even their 40K Necron Warrior and Battle Sister are good.

I'd love to see McFarlane do AvP at the price point they're pulling off for DC stuff. I don't buy everything McF makes, but the stuff I have bought I've been very satisfied with at the price point.

I'm not saying McFarlane is perfect (their recent unmasked Michael Keaton head for The Flash movie toyline is, uh, real f**king bad), but I'd definitely trust their output on an AvP line and their ability to keep the cost low compared to NECA and deliver on quality sculpts and articulation.

Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on May 11, 2023, 10:09:32 PMPeople married to the oversized NECA scale will seethe and mald but it is the truth, the Black Series and Marvel Legends team generally have the best sculpts and articulation at an affordable price.
"Affordable price" has been shifting quite a bit lately with Marvel Legends (and I'm speaking as someone who buys them fairly regularly, I just got the ML comic book Yelena Belova). $25 a pop is pushing it a little when you compare it to McF's product at $20, and the price on ML big figures is getting a little out of hand - they want $60 for the new Spider-Verse Cyborg Spider-Woman, when like last year they were selling the Hydra Stomper (who is like 1.5x the size of Cyborg Spider-Woman) for $55 or less.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on May 14, 2023, 06:21:27 AM
One thing I will say for McFarlane is that selling things for $30-40NZD in the early 2000's and for $40-50NZD now is impressive (NECA figures have gone from $35 to $80 in half that time).

Of course, I feel that they've cut corners pretty savagely on paint since then, and I can't imagine it's the only corner they've cut.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on May 14, 2023, 01:38:50 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 14, 2023, 05:12:47 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on May 11, 2023, 10:09:32 PMPeople married to the oversized NECA scale will seethe and mald but it is the truth, the Black Series and Marvel Legends team generally have the best sculpts and articulation at an affordable price.
"Affordable price" has been shifting quite a bit lately with Marvel Legends (speaking as someone who buys them fairly regularly) $25 a pop's pushing it a bit when you compare it to McFarlane's product at around $20.

I wrote £25 not $25 lol

Quote from: [cancerblack] on May 11, 2023, 11:06:42 PMWhat are the actual sizes on those? They look reasonably big, if not neca huge, when you show them off in chat. 6"?

They look the size humans ought to next to the NECA Aliens and Predators, I would love a Noomi Rapace in Prometheus in that scale by that team with photoreal. 

A reason I do not have any interest in the various Todd McFarlane stuff, I refuse to go back to painted faces and headsculpts that look nothing like their actors.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 15, 2023, 01:25:00 AM
Quote from: [cancerblacklink=msg=2601995 date=1684045287

Of course, I feel that they've cut corners pretty savagely on paint since then, and I can't imagine it's the only corner they've cut.
What other corner would they cut? It's not sculpt, and it's not articulation. It definitely isn't durability.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on May 15, 2023, 07:34:41 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 15, 2023, 01:25:00 AM
Quote from: [cancerblacklink=msg=2601995 date=1684045287

Of course, I feel that they've cut corners pretty savagely on paint since then, and I can't imagine it's the only corner they've cut.
What other corner would they cut? It's not sculpt, and it's not articulation. It definitely isn't durability.

Labour quality-of-life with a cheaper factory?
Density? They do look more "rubbery" than they used to - which doesn't inherently effect durability, just how nice something feels to touch.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on May 16, 2023, 11:50:34 AM
Quote from: [cancerblack] on May 15, 2023, 07:34:41 PM
Quote from: Xenomrph on May 15, 2023, 01:25:00 AM
Quote from: [cancerblacklink=msg=2601995 date=1684045287

Of course, I feel that they've cut corners pretty savagely on paint since then, and I can't imagine it's the only corner they've cut.
What other corner would they cut? It's not sculpt, and it's not articulation. It definitely isn't durability.

Labour quality-of-life with a cheaper factory?
Density? They do look more "rubbery" than they used to - which doesn't inherently effect durability, just how nice something feels to touch.
Every McF DC figure I've got has felt as solid as any NECA figure or McF figure. They definitely haven't felt "cheap".
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on May 16, 2023, 06:10:40 PM
Interesting...
The Neca Aliens Queen is up for pre order on BBTS again.

Sort of sucks... I just had one arrive today that I paid $320 CAD for. Not a horrible price, but had I known I probably would have waited.  :'(

I complained about the figure before... it looks amazing, there are just certain aspects that bother me in how hard she can be to pose.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on May 16, 2023, 06:59:14 PM
So, looks like NECA is not done yet with the Alien franchise also.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on May 16, 2023, 07:06:05 PM
What gives you that impression?

I had hoped we would get a few more Aliens Fireteam Elite figures like the Drone and Warrior, and Crusher and Praetorian, because paint applications for the Spitter Alien aside those are by far their best work on the Alien license because of using the 3D models from it directly.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on May 16, 2023, 10:27:39 PM
Quote from: Gridseeker on May 16, 2023, 06:59:14 PMSo, looks like NECA is not done yet with the Alien franchise also.

They still have the rights to sell what they've made, and they're reprinting/rereleasing older figures. Does not mean we should expect to see anything new from them.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on May 17, 2023, 02:54:02 AM
Quote from: Mike's Monsters on May 16, 2023, 10:27:39 PM
Quote from: Gridseeker on May 16, 2023, 06:59:14 PMSo, looks like NECA is not done yet with the Alien franchise also.

They still have the rights to sell what they've made, and they're reprinting/rereleasing older figures. Does not mean we should expect to see anything new from them.
And that´s why it was rumored that NECA would wrap up the license, but looks like they will hold both Alien/Predator license for some extra time.
Though I doubt we would see something new as you mentioned, I still hope we would see stuff as Requiem Predalien in ultimate form.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on May 17, 2023, 09:59:39 AM
Similar thing happened when Prodos either gave up or wasn't offered renewal on their AvP license. There was no more new stuff, even the things that were done and awaiting approval, but they gave all their existing casting equipment a last spin to make some cash back on the previous licensed stuff.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jun 19, 2023, 04:09:55 AM
Yeah I reckon they would have capitalised more on Fireteam Elite by now and Dark Descent if they were going to continue. :'(
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mala'kak on Jun 20, 2023, 02:26:06 PM
Quote from: Gr33n M4n on Jan 08, 2023, 05:58:55 PMMy fiancé got me this

https://i.imgur.com/dTxFc5T.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/ZzWNnPl.jpg

This is awesome, I have the same!

What do we think this is worth now?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: DeusVulture on Aug 25, 2023, 09:09:25 PM
Come on NECA, give us something like a Crusher or a proper Praetorian.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Aug 26, 2023, 01:04:40 PM
I would love to see that as well, but I doubt we'll see it. Neca is probably loosing the license.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Aug 26, 2023, 10:21:08 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Aug 26, 2023, 01:04:40 PMI would love to see that as well, but I doubt we'll see it. Neca is probably loosing the license.
who gains more fir the license? Wouldnt Disney want has mauch merchandise as possible to getbtge maximum amount of royalties? Why not licenses tge rights ro multiple companies in an scale with no limits? With no exclusiveness.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Aug 29, 2023, 05:40:40 AM
I don't know the answer, but I think its standard when companies get the license, that they agree no other companies can make figures in the same scale and the same pricepoint.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Nov 15, 2023, 07:24:38 AM
I just recently got confirmation that the line is definitely continuing from a personal source. They're doing like some recent interviews have stated and slowing down to get more focused on things. Lots of stuff going on behind the scenes. But we should expect to see things for upcoming productions like we recently did with their PREY figure.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Nov 15, 2023, 11:45:02 AM
Quote from: Mike's Monsters on Nov 15, 2023, 07:24:38 AMI just recently got confirmation that the line is definitely continuing from a personal source. They're doing like some recent interviews have stated and slowing down to get more focused on things. Lots of stuff going on behind the scenes. But we should expect to see things for upcoming productions like we recently did with their PREY figure.
No mention the next film, "Romulus" and I bet NECA is already working on that.
Hope NECA release again both Red Alien queen and the one from Resurrection film, though I don´t have more display place  ;D  :laugh:
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 16, 2023, 12:01:34 AM
Quote from: Mike's Monsters on Nov 15, 2023, 07:24:38 AMI just recently got confirmation that the line is definitely continuing from a personal source. They're doing like some recent interviews have stated and slowing down to get more focused on things. Lots of stuff going on behind the scenes. But we should expect to see things for upcoming productions like we recently did with their PREY figure.

Great! Thanks for the heads up! Can you just confirm do you know if they're doing anything for the line that's not related to the upcoming show and movie? ;)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: thexenomorph on Nov 16, 2023, 02:17:42 AM
I will forever hope for more Prometheus figures. Even when it's 50 years from now.  ;D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Nov 16, 2023, 02:49:05 AM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Nov 16, 2023, 12:01:34 AMGreat! Thanks for the heads up! Can you just confirm do you know if they're doing anything for the line that's not related to the upcoming show and movie? ;)

I know a little bit of what they are working on, but can't elaborate. But really got confirmation that both Alien and Predator are indeed not going anywhere for NECA.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 16, 2023, 10:32:07 PM
Ok, fair! I'm glad they're keeping the license, just hope they get to release a bit more often, cause they really slowed things down. Hope they get back to releasing the Kenner stuff one day and some of the other comic and game Preds and Aliens. A big and chunky Predalien (not only from AVPR) and a true Praetorian (not that low effort thing they released) would be a dream. The Queen and Rhino Alien are some of the best I've seen, so hoping for a return to more elaborate figures in the future!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Nov 17, 2023, 03:28:29 PM
Quote from: thexenomorph on Nov 16, 2023, 02:17:42 AMI will forever hope for more Prometheus figures. Even when it's 50 years from now.  ;D
Some Ultimate figures from that movie would be welcome.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Nov 17, 2023, 10:56:48 PM
A re-release or update of the 1:4 Big Chap or Warrior is my main wish. I think I'm done with 1:12 figures, but I'd definitely get a big guy to go with my 1:4 Elder.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: dHunter333 on Nov 23, 2023, 06:41:02 AM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Nov 16, 2023, 10:32:07 PMOk, fair! I'm glad they're keeping the license, just hope they get to release a bit more often, cause they really slowed things down. Hope they get back to releasing the Kenner stuff one day and some of the other comic and game Preds and Aliens. A big and chunky Predalien (not only from AVPR) and a true Praetorian (not that low effort thing they released) would be a dream. The Queen and Rhino Alien are some of the best I've seen, so hoping for a return to more elaborate figures in the future!

What low effort Praetorian did Neca release?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 23, 2023, 06:24:08 PM
The Neca Aliens Defiance xeno, based on the Alien from the comic ALiens Defiance by Tristan Jones, that Alien represents his version of a Praetorian (cause he wasn't allowed to use the Big Chap for some reason at the time). Neca's version not only wasn't accurate at all to the comic, it was also just an Alien isolation body with a retooled head. The Praetorian should've been bigger as depicted in the comic, and the head should've been bigger and more accurate IMO.

Game and comic Praetorians and Predaliens are my top pick for their future figures. The Rhino Alien was fantastic. They can reuse that size and parts. More Kenner Aliens are also on my wishlist. 
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobby brown on Nov 24, 2023, 06:19:52 PM
Working joe!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Nov 25, 2023, 12:40:08 AM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Nov 23, 2023, 06:24:08 PMThe Neca Aliens Defiance xeno, based on the Alien from the comic ALiens Defiance by Tristan Jones, that Alien represents his version of a Praetorian (cause he wasn't allowed to use the Big Chap for some reason at the time). Neca's version not only wasn't accurate at all to the comic, it was also just an Alien isolation body with a retooled head. The Praetorian should've been bigger as depicted in the comic, and the head should've been bigger and more accurate IMO.

Game and comic Praetorians and Predaliens are my top pick for their future figures. The Rhino Alien was fantastic. They can reuse that size and parts. More Kenner Aliens are also on my wishlist. 
What do you mean"wasn't able to use the Big Chap"?  He drew one IN that issue. It's the first Alien they come across.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Nov 26, 2023, 12:16:59 AM
I'm not sure, but I remember them saying something about that. Maybe they weren't allowed to use the Big Chap for implications of eggmorphing back then, so that's why he switched to his Praetorian design. I remember them saying that Scott was having a period of not letting others use some aspects of the Alien (Big Chap) around the time of Covenant. Don't remember if this was before Covenant or probably after, when Scott still believed that a sequel was in the works.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 10, 2024, 11:04:28 PM
I got the NECA Kenner remake Drake. Makes me wish they'd do Bishop and Hicks. And the Bull Alien.

I'm still salty that the Kenner remake Ripley just came with a smart gun instead of a new-sculpt flamethrower like the original toy. Like, I want to buy it, but the smart gun is kind of a turn off.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 17, 2024, 02:43:17 AM
*sighs*

I caved and bought Ripley.

She really needs that flamethrower.

Anyone here handy with 3D modeling/printing and interested in making a few bucks?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Trypticon88 on Jan 17, 2024, 09:43:01 PM
Hi fellas. So, is the Aliens-line dead and buried now, or is there a chance we'll get new marines down the line, you think?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 17, 2024, 10:09:49 PM
Quote from: Trypticon88 on Jan 17, 2024, 09:43:01 PMHi fellas. So, is the Aliens-line dead and buried now, or is there a chance we'll get new marines down the line, you think?
New stuff? Apparently there's already figures planned for new media (Romulus and/or the TV show?). Probably Aliens and stuff.
Marines? Probably less likely. I'd love it if we got Kenner remakes of Bishop and Hicks to complete the Kenner crew.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Jan 17, 2024, 11:19:22 PM
There's more stuff coming. Just quiet at the moment.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Trypticon88 on Jan 25, 2024, 10:12:02 AM
Quote from: Mike's Monsters on Jan 17, 2024, 11:19:22 PMThere's more stuff coming. Just quiet at the moment.

Weeheey(land), I'm so stoked! =D
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Wweyland on Jan 25, 2024, 10:54:51 AM
Still wondering why they didn't do a proper Drake figure.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Trypticon88 on Jan 25, 2024, 10:56:36 AM
Quote from: Wweyland on Jan 25, 2024, 10:54:51 AMStill wondering why they didn't do a proper Drake figure.

They probably couldn't agree on fees etc with Mark Rolston.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Gridseeker on Jan 25, 2024, 01:03:24 PM
Quote from: Trypticon88 on Jan 25, 2024, 10:56:36 AM
Quote from: Wweyland on Jan 25, 2024, 10:54:51 AMStill wondering why they didn't do a proper Drake figure.

They probably couldn't agree on fees etc with Mark Rolston.

I guess the same with Al Matthews (RIP), the actor who played Apone.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Mike’s Monsters on Jan 25, 2024, 06:08:06 PM
Quote from: Wweyland on Jan 25, 2024, 10:54:51 AMStill wondering why they didn't do a proper Drake figure.

Likely not able to agree on likeness of him, or licensing of him. Each actor comes with a dollar attached to their name, and he possibly may have asked for a lot of money. Or it could be something else entirely, it's never so black and white.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Jan 28, 2024, 03:06:32 AM
Quote from: Mike's Monsters on Jan 25, 2024, 06:08:06 PM
Quote from: Wweyland on Jan 25, 2024, 10:54:51 AMStill wondering why they didn't do a proper Drake figure.

Likely not able to agree on likeness of him, or licensing of him. Each actor comes with a dollar attached to their name, and he possibly may have asked for a lot of money. Or it could be something else entirely, it's never so black and white.
Whatever it is, it's NECA's fault. Even if it's not their fault, it's actually their fault.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Jan 28, 2024, 03:09:26 AM
Quote from: Xenomrph on Jan 28, 2024, 03:06:32 AMWhatever it is, it's NECA's fault.

Solid rule to live by.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: aliens13 on Jan 28, 2024, 03:23:17 AM
I'm going to buy an Alien figure, I'm between the Alien Big Chap from the Series 2 (I think) of the 35° anniversary of Alien or the Ultimate Big Chap. The first it's more cheap, I'm guessing that the obvious choice it's the ultimate but from what I saw in some pictures and videos the sculpt of the 35° it's more movie accurate than the ultimate or I'm wrong?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Jan 28, 2024, 03:46:42 AM
The big 20 inch ones are definitely more accurate but, the 6 inch are generally just meh especially the face.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Elmazalman on Jan 29, 2024, 02:43:02 AM
Quote from: aliens13 on Jan 28, 2024, 03:23:17 AMI'm going to buy an Alien figure, I'm between the Alien Big Chap from the Series 2 (I think) of the 35° anniversary of Alien or the Ultimate Big Chap. The first it's more cheap, I'm guessing that the obvious choice it's the ultimate but from what I saw in some pictures and videos the sculpt of the 35° it's more movie accurate than the ultimate or I'm wrong?

I own the 2015 and 2019 (same sculpt, but different paint-jobs) 1/4 scale Alien Big Chap. Both look great at the larger scale.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Jan 29, 2024, 09:25:44 PM
Quote from: aliens13 on Jan 28, 2024, 03:23:17 AMI'm going to buy an Alien figure, I'm between the Alien Big Chap from the Series 2 (I think) of the 35° anniversary of Alien or the Ultimate Big Chap. The first it's more cheap, I'm guessing that the obvious choice it's the ultimate but from what I saw in some pictures and videos the sculpt of the 35° it's more movie accurate than the ultimate or I'm wrong?

First, watch some YouTube reviews of all of these figures, cause the official pictures always lie.
If you've already done that, then I can confirm what the previous folk said. I don't have the 1/4 scale ones cause they are expensive for me and I don't collect in that scale. But they are more detailed and have better proportions than the 7 inch ones. But there is a purposeful randomness in the big figures. Some have the lips closed, some have the lips opened. Be sure you know what you're getting. I don't think the one with the closed lips looks great.

The series 2 one is cheaper, but the tails aren't as sturdy as the later releases. And the knees are very weak, it'll be hard to stand them up. Also, the dome color is too glaring white and distracting. It's a good base for customs, but as is, not the greatest.
The ultimate version has stronger knees, swivel joints in the knees that help crouching poses, double jointed elbows which is "new", a darker dome and a better paintjob than the series 2 one.
Both 7 inch versions have a head that's too big and it is a bit distracting. The fingers are also warped and limp. Those problems are fixed on the 1/4 scale version.

On a side note, to date, the best domed "drone" Alien is the domed warrior alien in the Burke 2 pack. The proportions, joints, paintjob - all great.   
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Feb 01, 2024, 08:32:47 AM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Jan 29, 2024, 09:25:44 PM
Quote from: aliens13 on Jan 28, 2024, 03:23:17 AMI'm going to buy an Alien figure, I'm between the Alien Big Chap from the Series 2 (I think) of the 35° anniversary of Alien or the Ultimate Big Chap. The first it's more cheap, I'm guessing that the obvious choice it's the ultimate but from what I saw in some pictures and videos the sculpt of the 35° it's more movie accurate than the ultimate or I'm wrong?

First, watch some YouTube reviews of all of these figures, cause the official pictures always lie.
If you've already done that, then I can confirm what the previous folk said. I don't have the 1/4 scale ones cause they are expensive for me and I don't collect in that scale. But they are more detailed and have better proportions than the 7 inch ones. But there is a purposeful randomness in the big figures. Some have the lips closed, some have the lips opened. Be sure you know what you're getting. I don't think the one with the closed lips looks great.

The series 2 one is cheaper, but the tails aren't as sturdy as the later releases. And the knees are very weak, it'll be hard to stand them up. Also, the dome color is too glaring white and distracting. It's a good base for customs, but as is, not the greatest.
The ultimate version has stronger knees, swivel joints in the knees that help crouching poses, double jointed elbows which is "new", a darker dome and a better paintjob than the series 2 one.
Both 7 inch versions have a head that's too big and it is a bit distracting. The fingers are also warped and limp. Those problems are fixed on the 1/4 scale version.

On a side note, to date, the best domed "drone" Alien is the domed warrior alien in the Burke 2 pack. The proportions, joints, paintjob - all great.   

Isn't the domed warrior from the two pack just a repaint though?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: aliens13 on Feb 20, 2024, 08:38:58 PM
I just got the 35th Anniversary Alien from Neca, the one the Series 2. I have a question

(https://i.postimg.cc/XNTwxRxz/IMG-20240220-173118-HDR.jpg)

The teeth are supposed to be like that? Because they doesn't look like the videos that I saw and I haven't seen that this figure got an bootleg version
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Feb 20, 2024, 11:55:24 PM
The Series 2 one definitely has a bootleg version. And the original ones didn't have the problem of the dome separating at the front, that's common for the bootlegs. My series 2 Big chap is genuine and its teeth look like the ones in the videos. This is most certainly a bootleg.

Bootlegs can be of differing quality, depends on the wave of their production. Their Warriors, especially the ones with the newer articulation are as good as the real thing. Only the newest black domed Big Chaps have good bootlegs. The older series not so much.

But if you want, the small defects of the dome are fixable. The teeth are just the more pronounced version that started from the Isolation Alien version.   
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: aliens13 on Feb 21, 2024, 12:49:07 AM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Feb 20, 2024, 11:55:24 PMThe Series 2 one definitely has a bootleg version. And the original ones didn't have the problem of the dome separating at the front, that's common for the bootlegs. My series 2 Big chap is genuine and its teeth look like the ones in the videos. This is most certainly a bootleg.

Bootlegs can be of differing quality, depends on the wave of their production. Their Warriors, especially the ones with the newer articulation are as good as the real thing. Only the newest black domed Big Chaps have good bootlegs. The older series not so much.

But if you want, the small defects of the dome are fixable. The teeth are just the more pronounced version that started from the Isolation Alien version.   
Thanks for responding... That's bad 😐 I throughout that was original. I can't get lucky with the Neca Aliens, I bought 3 and the 3 were bootlegs
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: solace97 on Feb 21, 2024, 02:57:24 AM
Who are you buying from? I'd caution Chinese dealers I've had bad experiences
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Feb 22, 2024, 05:37:20 PM
Quote from: aliens13 on Feb 21, 2024, 12:49:07 AM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Feb 20, 2024, 11:55:24 PMThe Series 2 one definitely has a bootleg version. And the original ones didn't have the problem of the dome separating at the front, that's common for the bootlegs. My series 2 Big chap is genuine and its teeth look like the ones in the videos. This is most certainly a bootleg.

Bootlegs can be of differing quality, depends on the wave of their production. Their Warriors, especially the ones with the newer articulation are as good as the real thing. Only the newest black domed Big Chaps have good bootlegs. The older series not so much.

But if you want, the small defects of the dome are fixable. The teeth are just the more pronounced version that started from the Isolation Alien version. 
Thanks for responding... That's bad 😐 I throughout that was original. I can't get lucky with the Neca Aliens, I bought 3 and the 3 were bootlegs

You won't be finding official Neca figures easily, especially the older figures at a decent price if at all. Their face sculpts on the newer non Alien stuff has only now gotten to the level to actually be worth the price. Maybe the last Alien human wave as well. I love their stuff, but man is the quality of their Aliens and holder humans all over the place. Always look at video reviews!

The Chinese bootlegs are good for fodder and customizing. The rest of their Alien stuff, not so much. Some models are good, some not so much, you have to learn to recognize what's worth it and what isn't.

The only way you're gonna find some certain Neca stuff is through official sites that sell them, depending in what country you're looking.

I've bought a good amount of both original (from a few official stores) and bootlegs (on purpose from AlieExpress and Ebay), so I know what to expect now.

You can always create a new thread for asking questions if you think a certain figure from a specific site is worth it, where we can check the seller for you and give you a second opinion, so to say.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: aliens13 on Feb 22, 2024, 08:31:31 PM
Quote from: solace97 on Feb 21, 2024, 02:57:24 AMWho are you buying from? I'd caution Chinese dealers I've had bad experiences
In a website called MercadoLibre, it's like E Bay but from Argentina/Brasil and others countries of South America
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: aliens13 on Feb 24, 2024, 11:14:28 PM
I already returned the bootleg figure and luckily I have my money back, searching for another figure I came across with this an Ultimate Big Chap but already looks suspicious with the white thing that attachs the figure to the box, in all the images that I saw it's always black:

(https://http2.mlstatic.com/D_NQ_NP_2X_852782-MLB74550864671_022024-F.webp)

What's your opinion? That image it's from the seller

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Feb 25, 2024, 01:47:59 AM
So I finally got a hold of a Fireteam Elite Runner Alien. I'm very disappointed... too small, but mainly the Ultimate Dog alien looks much more realistic. Looks way better. Luckily I have both.

Ultimate Dog for the win!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: PredBabe on Feb 25, 2024, 02:12:50 PM
Quote from: aliens13 on Feb 24, 2024, 11:14:28 PMI already returned the bootleg figure and luckily I have my money back, searching for another figure I came across with this an Ultimate Big Chap but already looks suspicious with the white thing that attachs the figure to the box, in all the images that I saw it's always black:

https://http2.mlstatic.com/D_NQ_NP_2X_852782-MLB74550864671_022024-F.webp
What's your opinion? That image it's from the seller


The plastic that holds them in should be the clear plastic ones, not the black ones. Learned my lesson with the Scarface "NECA" Predator I own...  :P

The image you shared looks like it should be authentic.
Here's an image of my Warrior Aliens for some reference.

(https://i.imgur.com/sCkdN90.jpg)

Also, check out this video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGkVw-e1bVg
Hope this helps!
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Feb 25, 2024, 03:46:19 PM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Feb 25, 2024, 01:47:59 AMSo I finally got a hold of a Fireteam Elite Runner Alien. I'm very disappointed... too small, but mainly the Ultimate Dog alien looks much more realistic. Looks way better. Luckily I have both.

Ultimate Dog for the win!

I do not understand how anyone can think this honestly, the durability and articulation, (YOU CAN ACTUALLY GET THE RUNNER IN RUNNER POSES FINALLY WOW WHAT A REVELATION) definitely the paint job, and film accuracy are all better on the Fireteam Elite version.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: aliens13 on Feb 25, 2024, 05:31:36 PM
Quote from: PredBabe on Feb 25, 2024, 02:12:50 PM
Quote from: aliens13 on Feb 24, 2024, 11:14:28 PMI already returned the bootleg figure and luckily I have my money back, searching for another figure I came across with this an Ultimate Big Chap but already looks suspicious with the white thing that attachs the figure to the box, in all the images that I saw it's always black:

https://http2.mlstatic.com/D_NQ_NP_2X_852782-MLB74550864671_022024-F.webp
What's your opinion? That image it's from the seller


The plastic that holds them in should be the clear plastic ones, not the black ones. Learned my lesson with the Scarface "NECA" Predator I own...  :P

The image you shared looks like it should be authentic.
Here's an image of my Warrior Aliens for some reference.

https://i.imgur.com/sCkdN90.jpg
Also, check out this video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGkVw-e1bVg
Hope this helps!
Thank you very much! It was very helpful. So looks authentic, I asked to the seller of it's original or bootleg. It said that it's original, and looks that he is telling the truth. It's always having a second opinion here too  ;D


Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Feb 25, 2024, 03:46:19 PM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Feb 25, 2024, 01:47:59 AMSo I finally got a hold of a Fireteam Elite Runner Alien. I'm very disappointed... too small, but mainly the Ultimate Dog alien looks much more realistic. Looks way better. Luckily I have both.

Ultimate Dog for the win!

I do not understand how anyone can think this honestly, the durability and articulation, (YOU CAN ACTUALLY GET THE RUNNER IN RUNNER POSES FINALLY WOW WHAT A REVELATION) definitely the paint job, and film accuracy are all better on the Fireteam Elite version.
In Film accuracy it's better the FE one than the Ultimate? Wow, I didn't know that
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Feb 25, 2024, 05:36:20 PM
Yeah the "Ultimate" version uses a weird inconsistent composite of both rod puppet and suit details, and it is just weirdly asymmetrical in general.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: bobcunk on Feb 26, 2024, 05:54:01 PM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Feb 25, 2024, 05:36:20 PMYeah the "Ultimate" version uses a weird inconsistent composite of both rod puppet and suit details, and it is just weirdly asymmetrical in general.
wasn't it asymmetrical in the movie? I like the proportions of the ultimate better and poses can it do?
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Feb 26, 2024, 08:00:36 PM
Only the head was slightly asymmetrical in the film itself, look up the ArtFX statue or CoolProps one for what it should look like.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Feb 26, 2024, 10:17:00 PM
Still, I'm also on the vote that the Ultimate Dog Alien is better than the FTE one. The FTE one is overpriced, too small and the tail is too short. I know it's accurate to the game, but not to the movie. Its joints do seem sturdier, but the ones on the Ultimate aren't bad either. It's not like the first release. And with the ultimate that is in the worst case scenario the same price, but more often cheaper, you get a bigger figure, more visible detailed textures and 2 chestburster queens.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Feb 26, 2024, 10:29:19 PM
The accessories are good, the inaccuracies, and inability to pose it in running stances kills it. It can not even look horizontally or stand on all fours at once in a natural way.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Feb 27, 2024, 12:50:56 AM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Feb 25, 2024, 01:47:59 AMSo I finally got a hold of a Fireteam Elite Runner Alien. I'm very disappointed... too small, but mainly the Ultimate Dog alien looks much more realistic. Looks way better. Luckily I have both.

Ultimate Dog for the win!
It's actually accurate. The Dog Alien was never as big as portrayed by Neca. But more importantly, they're smaller in the game.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Still Collating... on Feb 27, 2024, 09:58:10 PM
Yes, it's accurate to the game, but not the movie versions. Neca's Runner was originally too big, but I'd rather get that than too small. The Fireteam ones are too small compared to the movie. You can say they're from smaller creatures on the planet, but they aren't the known Dog/Ox Alien. And again, the price per amount of plastic is an important factor. Ultimate Dog Alien was around 50$ with a bigger size of the figure and more accessories, while just the smaller Runner was around 60$. That is a huge deal.

And a personal minus for the initial design itself in FTE are the wide oversized hands (not too long fingers like in some designs, just having the palm of the hands be too wide), but that's not Neca's fault. What is their fault is taking away double jointed elbows.

The figure is nicely textured, but that's cause they used the ingame 3D files for the sculpt. That's great, if they do more game Aliens, I hope they use that technique. Too bad we couldn't have gotten an accurate Defiance Praetorian...

And why they didn't proceed to make the Drone, Warrior and Praetorian is beyond me. Maybe cause they just wanted to make the smaller overpriced Aliens instead of the bigger ones.   
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: aliens13 on Feb 27, 2024, 10:59:51 PM
Quote from: Still Collating... on Feb 27, 2024, 09:58:10 PMYes, it's accurate to the game, but not the movie versions. Neca's Runner was originally too big, but I'd rather get that than too small. The Fireteam ones are too small compared to the movie. You can say they're from smaller creatures on the planet, but they aren't the known Dog/Ox Alien. And again, the price per amount of plastic is an important factor. Ultimate Dog Alien was around 50$ with a bigger size of the figure and more accessories, while just the smaller Runner was around 60$. That is a huge deal.

And a personal minus for the initial design itself in FTE are the wide oversized hands (not too long fingers like in some designs, just having the palm of the hands be too wide), but that's not Neca's fault. What is their fault is taking away double jointed elbows.

The figure is nicely textured, but that's cause they used the ingame 3D files for the sculpt. That's great, if they do more game Aliens, I hope they use that technique. Too bad we couldn't have gotten an accurate Defiance Praetorian...

And why they didn't proceed to make the Drone, Warrior and Praetorian is beyond me. Maybe cause they just wanted to make the smaller overpriced Aliens instead of the bigger ones.   
I would have been cool if they made an "Monica" Alien Drone figure
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 04, 2024, 01:33:15 AM
The mouth on the FTE Runner looks awful and instantly kills the figure for me. I don't care if the Ultimate movie one is "less accurate", it looks better to my eyes, it's bigger so I feel like I'm getting a better value, the accessories were cooler (mainly because it had some), and I can get it in the poses I want to.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neila on Mar 04, 2024, 11:17:25 AM
The size representation of the aliens in games, models and figures is often a problem.

Doggy wasn't always correct even in the film, even the makers say that.
By using the rod puppet in front of a blue screen, the creature was not always inserted correctly into the film and the size varied.(by the way: Neca ! I want a dog alien in size 1/4 !)

In the games the aliens are almost always too small for me.
The only ones who got it right were once again creative assembly.

In FE you can certainly try to explain this with the variation of the different mutations, but it doesn't look good either.
(I don't like this game anyway. a huge step backwards compared to isolation)

Does anyone remember the bonus powerloader figure from A:CM?
the attacking alien warrior is much even smaller than the marine.
No people, there are just too many fools out there messing around with the alien brand.

When the first AVP came out there was a photo behind the scenes. It showed Ian Whyte and Tom Woodruff, in their costumes, during a break from filming.
Tom is a lot smaller than Ian and many idiots at the time thought that this was the correct size for the creatures. I had magazines that said the alien warrior was about 1.80m tall.
which is absolute nonsense.
I'm just wondering why all the alien models don't have sneakers on, that was clearly visible in the picture... :'(

Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Mar 04, 2024, 11:52:50 AM
I can get not liking the Fireteam Elite Runner figure face area, I do not love it myself, but in size terms?

It still towers over most one tenth scale figures, just not to the degree of the Ultimate one, but the pose potential, the detail, the balance, the symmetry, the sculpt and paintjob outweigh the face being somewhat weird.
(Weird that they nailed it with the Prowler and Burster)

Look at the Ultimate from above and you can see the dome's literally f**king slanted to one side, it's so awful looking, look at the legs and arms being completely alternate sculpts, or the giant ball joints at the pelvis that comes further out to one side that the other.

It is just a poor representation of my favourite Alien.

If you do not like the Fireteam Elite Runner, I totally can get the reasons behind why, but that does not therefore make the Ultimate not a total mess because it absolutely is.


Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Mar 04, 2024, 12:51:14 PM
Quote from: Neila on Mar 04, 2024, 11:17:25 AMDoes anyone remember the bonus powerloader figure from A:CM?
the attacking alien warrior is much even smaller than the marine.
I'm looking at it now and it's not. The Alien is bigger than the marine, but the legs are bent up while the Marine is stretched out.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neila on Mar 04, 2024, 01:39:26 PM
Quote from: SiL on Mar 04, 2024, 12:51:14 PM
Quote from: Neila on Mar 04, 2024, 11:17:25 AMDoes anyone remember the bonus powerloader figure from A:CM?
the attacking alien warrior is much even smaller than the marine.
I'm looking at it now and it's not. The Alien is bigger than the marine, but the legs are bent up while the Marine is stretched out.
If the alien's legs were stretched out, are they longer than the marine's?
The alien here always seemed too puny to me.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Xenomrph on Mar 05, 2024, 04:17:40 AM
Quote from: BlueMarsalis79 on Mar 04, 2024, 11:52:50 AMI can get not liking the Fireteam Elite Runner figure face area, I do not love it myself, but in size terms?

It still towers over most one tenth scale figures, just not to the degree of the Ultimate one, but the pose potential, the detail, the balance, the symmetry, the sculpt and paintjob outweigh the face being somewhat weird.
(Weird that they nailed it with the Prowler and Burster)

Look at the Ultimate from above and you can see the dome's literally f**king slanted to one side, it's so awful looking, look at the legs and arms being completely alternate sculpts, or the giant ball joints at the pelvis that comes further out to one side that the other.

It is just a poor representation of my favourite Alien.

If you do not like the Fireteam Elite Runner, I totally can get the reasons behind why, but that does not therefore make the Ultimate not a total mess because it absolutely is.



Counterpoint: That's your opinion and you're welcome to it, people are allowed to like things you don't.

The face on the FTE runner isn't "somewhat weird", it's genuinely bad and doesn't look like the Alien3 runner. If you want a representation of the movie runner, the FTE one fails at that point, full stop. The Lanard Toys runner's face is more accurate than the FTE one. I think you've said the FTE toy is based on the in-game renders from FTE, but even I am willing to call shenanigans on that - I don't believe the in-game model's face looked as bad as the toy's does. But I'm willing to be wrong on that, it's been a bit since I played the game or seen direct comparisons.

The runner shouldn't tower over "most" NECA humans, it should tower over all of them. If it doesn't, the size is wrong.

I think the paintjob looks great, the FTE one absolutely is not enough of an improvement to justify buying what I see as an otherwise inferior product.

And believe me, I really like the Alien3 runner, it's one of my favorite designs too. But the Ultimate one hits all the right notes for me, it looks great, it's big, I can get it in all the poses I want, the accessories are cool, AND it was cheaper than the FTE one.

Edit--

(https://images.bigbadtoystore.com/images/p/full/2022/04/6b0fd1dc-4c60-4138-ba2d-467202e79537.jpg)

https://www.artstation.com/artwork/qQr4RN

(https://cdnb.artstation.com/p/assets/images/images/055/797/165/large/lucas-st-martin-xeno-runner-wiresculptfinal.jpg)

The toy's upper lip and jaw protrudes out more than the render does, and neither of them look quite like the one in the movie (although the render's version is substantially closer).

With Aliens, the face is the first thing my eye gravitates towards, and it's real easy to screw that up and make the whole production unappealing to my eyes. The FTE toy does this (on top of its other problems), making it an instant dealbreaker. If the face wasn't jacked up, I'd likely have bought it. Shit, I've seen it in stores as recently as like 3 weeks ago and I held it in my hands and said "do I want this?" and then I'd look at the face and say "yeah nah, the Ultimate one will do".

Of course, all of this is my opinion and preferences. You do you. :)
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: BlueMarsalis79 on Mar 05, 2024, 08:28:35 AM
Like I said I totally get that and I agree. They somehow did not make that mistake with the Prowler and Burster with the face area. (Which can be fixed with some hot water, cold water, and water texture paint.) But better the face than the whole figure for me.

Also it does come out taller than all the humans and some of the Predators that I have.

It can also run on one arm and one leg with the others in the air it is so well balanced, good luck getting "the ultimate" doing anything similar.

(https://www.prime1studio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-p1s-master-catalog/default/dw843e209e/images/MMAL-01/catalog/mmcp-01_a03_1.jpg)

If a Runner figure can not do this pose then I think it does not succeed as a depiction of the main trait of it honestly, that being the posture, and elegance in that particular way of moving rather uniquely from the other Aliens.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Neila on Mar 05, 2024, 08:47:24 AM
Personally, I generally have a problem with representations of the xenos in the figure area that are not film-accurate.
The industry has already come up with a lot of mutations.
there are only a few that are really good.
Strangely enough, things are completely different with Predator. There are a lot of free interpretations by sculptors that look much better than those in the film.

the dog alien, who also inspired the runners in the AVP games and Fireteam,
also has the ability to move on 2 legs. The runners actually only move on 4 legs.
The hind legs are correspondingly short while the original dog alien has quite long hind legs.
That's why I never really liked the runners because they scurry around like little rats in the games.
How cool would the original Dog Alien have been?
Most comics are pretty bad because the xenos often come across as far too massive and muscular.
This representation should remain with the predator.
a xenomorph must be wiry and slim.
The banana head must appear slightly oversized.
Mc Farlane's AR and AvP figures are pretty much the worst xeno figures I've ever seen.



Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: StayFrosty on Mar 14, 2024, 01:31:14 AM
5 Neca Dog Aliens not from Fire Team Elite, all on all fours and looking pretty bad ass imho. They weren't that difficult to pose, and this is a slippery linoleum floor at that...

(https://i.imgur.com/zhmb9cG.jpeg)

(https://imgur.com/a/K3kI7xJ.jpg)

(https://imgur.com/a/K3kI7xJ)



Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: Sabres21768 on Mar 20, 2024, 09:18:32 PM
And now to wait for NECA's versions from ROMULUS...
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: [cancerblack] on Mar 20, 2024, 09:26:07 PM
Quote from: StayFrosty on Mar 14, 2024, 01:31:14 AM5 Neca Dog Aliens not from Fire Team Elite, all on all fours and looking pretty bad ass imho. They weren't that difficult to pose, and this is a slippery linoleum floor at that...

https://i.imgur.com/zhmb9cG.jpeg
https://imgur.com/a/K3kI7xJ.jpg
https://imgur.com/a/K3kI7xJ




They look like they're looking for a dropped coin though.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: SiL on Mar 20, 2024, 10:36:57 PM
Times are tough man.
Title: Re: NECA Aliens
Post by: (Bad Blood) on Mar 28, 2024, 06:59:09 AM
Hey has anyone else experienced hairline cracks on their Xenos translucent dome? My Alien Resurrection Warrior, AVP warrior, Ultimate Big Chap all have this issue. Two of them were still in the packaging as well. Also saw a Resurrection Warrior at target and it also had these cracks.