Four Horsemen Studios have once again scurried into the shadows of folklore with their Figura Obscura line, and this time they’ve unearthed a real tail-twister: the Mouse King, inspired by The Nutcracker. But don’t let the ballet roots fool you—this isn’t some dainty stage prop. This is a snarling, sword-swinging, seven-headed sovereign, and he’s readyContinue reading “REVIEW: FIGURA OBSCURA MOUSE KING”
Author Archives: John Freeman
UPDATE – October 2025
Its been a hectic few months as usual but I seem to have found a rhythm of spending a little time every couple of weeks to take photos I have updated my galleries with some of my latest photos, both LEGO and Action figures. So please check those out at the links below, there’s aContinue reading “UPDATE – October 2025”
FEATURE: BLOKEES TRANSFORMERS
Blokees appear to be the talk of toy town at the moment, they have been popping up everywhere and they seem to be gaining more and more licenses (Marvel, DC, Star Wars) but it was their smaller Transformers kits that got my attention. I picked up the odd blind box and enjoyed what I foundContinue reading “FEATURE: BLOKEES TRANSFORMERS”
REVIEW: JOYTOY TMNT
I love being a turtle (collector)! That’s probably why I broke my usual rule of sticking to 1:12 scale figures and dove shell-first into these 1:18 scale offerings from JoyToy. This review’s a bit different from my usual format — rather than spotlighting one or two figures, I’m showcasing a broader selection from the JoyToyContinue reading “REVIEW: JOYTOY TMNT”
REVIEW: DELUXE SAGAT & BLANKA (JADA TOYS)
I’ve been meaning to write something — and snap a few photos — of Jada’s Street Fighter figures ever since I picked up Ryu from Wave 1 almost exactly two years ago. The arrival of the first two “Deluxe” contenders in the line finally gave me the perfect excuse to hit continue. Product Description JadaContinue reading “REVIEW: DELUXE SAGAT & BLANKA (JADA TOYS)”
FEATURE: TMNT Last Ronin Accessory Pack (NECA)
NECA have been banging out figures based on Last Ronin comic books for a while now, Im sure a single alternative universe comic book has never before generated so many toys. I’m not complaining, I love that book and its spin offs. Here we have a set that doesnt have a full figure, mainly justContinue reading “FEATURE: TMNT Last Ronin Accessory Pack (NECA)”
REVIEW: TONY THE TIGER (JADA TOYS)
Nostalgia plays a big part in a lot of the toys I buy, I know this. But nothing made it as clear to me as the sharp desire I had to buy an action figure of a cereal mascot that appeared on so many TV ads when I was younger. That’s right Tony the TigerContinue reading “REVIEW: TONY THE TIGER (JADA TOYS)”
UPDATE – June 2025
Time for another brief blog update. As usual I have updated my galleries with some of my latest photos, both LEGO and Action figures. So please check those out at the links below, there’s a good few I have not shared on my socials. Action Figure Photography LEGO & MEGA Construx Photography Santa Clause broughtContinue reading “UPDATE – June 2025”
REVIEW: Gunpla RX-78-2 Gundam
Up to now, all my toy collecting and photography has focused on LEGO and action figures, but I’m looking at something slightly different here. This is a Bandai model kit which ultimately becomes an action figure; however, it offers a unique value proposition worth discussing. Let’s get into it. Product DescriptionThe Gunpla Entry Grade RX-78-2Continue reading “REVIEW: Gunpla RX-78-2 Gundam”
REVIEW: Kai Lab Resurgence (Soft Goods Kit for ML)
Mythic Legions are probably my favorite toy line of all those I have tried. There’s nothing more I really want from them… however, when I saw this kit available to use with a Mythic 2.0 skeleton my opinion changed slightly. Yes, my skeletons need clothes! I ordered one to check out, yes, its been outContinue reading “REVIEW: Kai Lab Resurgence (Soft Goods Kit for ML)”
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