Matty's May16th announcement, with some changes!

[Mechanizor]

If you haven't seen it yet, Matty has posted this a couple of days ago, expect more delays on Darius and Night-Stalker!

http://news.mattycollector.com/blog/...-solar-system/
Early Access 5/12

• Thursday, 5/12 from 8 a.m. PT to Friday, 5/13 at 8 a.m. PT (subscribers only)
• Masters of the Universe® Classics Blade*
• Masters of the Universe® Classics Huntara™*
• Masters of the Universe® Classics Ninja Warrior*
• Masters of the Universe® Classics Scorpia™*

All Access 5/16

• Monday, 5/16 at 9 a.m. PT (everyone)
• Masters of the Universe® Classics Darius™**
• Masters of the Universe® Classics Blade*
• Masters of the Universe® Classics Huntara™*
• Masters of the Universe® Classics Ninja Warrior*
• Masters of the Universe® Classics Scorpia™*

*Subject to Early Access sellout.
**Unfortunately, Darius’s work on the Galactic Council has been pretty hectic these days! (Must be all the villains coming out of the woodwork in Collector’s Choice this year.) As a result, shipments for our Darius action figure will be delayed to the beginning of June, 2016. In addition, in order to avoid logistical & shipping issues, those ordering Darius and other figures during our May sale will receive their full shipment at the beginning of June, 2016.
Please note: Due to production issues, Night Stalker™ is now expected to arrive in September.

[Dark Angel]

Just came here to post this. FFS, these people...SMH.

[Draego-Man]

What a joke. This whole sub system is supposed to be a set release schedule, not a botched effort every single month.

Night Stalker not until September! Outrageous!

[Mechanizor]

Regarding Night-Stalker's delay, I guess it will give my credit card a little break, even though I'm kinda bummed out with this crappy news!

[Dark Angel]

Just let this joke of a line limp along until we get the Stridor repaint. That is literally all I ask at this point. I do not care about literally any other thing - not even Snake Mountain. Just let me have my robo-horsey.

[Draego-Man]

Did you see how big Night Stalker is? Hopefully they are making him smaller. He looks ridiculous!

[Dark Angel]

I actually don't mind the size - he's (it's?) a warhorse, after all - but I admit it is well outside the size range of the old toy or how it was commonly depicted.

[Mechanizor]

Here is a size comparison between the two versions, the new one definitely feels more like a war machine/vehicle, where the old one looks more like a robo-donkey:

[Dark Angel]

...I just decided I prefer the larger size. They chose to make the toy version - the version that the humanoid characters ride in as opposed to the "mechanical horse" from some of the art that the characters rode on. Therefore, we are essentially looking at a horse-shaped tank (with either highly advanced AI or some undefined, supernatural self-awareness depending on the media). As a horse-shaped tank, the Classics size is perfect.

[Mechanizor]

I feel the same way, the new version is my favorite of the two... However I wish they've updated the laser gun designs, or at least added some extra highlighted paint on them.

[Captain Atkin]

The larger size looks good to me. More intimidating.

[Nemisythe]

So I guess my question would be are we getting anything on time? I'm beginning to lose track of it all!!! :manefaces: I mean we'll get them when we do but I just hope they're not dropping on months where we may already eb getting banged up by other multiple items...

[Mechanizor]

So I guess my question would be are we getting anything on time? I'm beginning to lose track of it all!!! :manefaces: I mean we'll get them when we do but I just hope they're not dropping on months where we may already eb getting banged up by other multiple items...

There are a lot of issues are happening in China's production. I've ordered a bunch of MOTU busts and statues from Sideshow's site over a year ago, yet only one has showed up to my door! Every month or two I get a delay notice from them regarding the other items! Simply frustrating!

[Mechanizor]

Someone posted a leaked pic of Night-Stalker's package, they've treated/packaged him as a giant figure instead of a vehicle:

[Captain Atkin]

He was released as a mechanical ''beast'', not a vehicle. Separate budget.

[Draego-Man]

That sucks. Basically so they could get out of making cool artwork.

[Captain Atkin]

Mattel always said that they were going to release it as a mechanical beast. Roton got the vehicle spot this year.

[Mechanizor]

If he's being released as a "mechanical beast", does that mean he's officially cheaper to obtain?

[Captain Atkin]

He will be cheaper than a regular vehicle. For one, he doesn't come with an action figure, so that shaves off a few dollars.

[Mechanizor]

The same goes for the Wind-Raider, so I hope he's in that range or less...