DC Universe Classics - Blue Beetle

The third action figure I will review from the DC Universe Classics wave 7 set is the Blue Beetle. To buy the Blue Beetle on eBay, click here.

Here is your standard packaging shot. Not much to explain here. If you've bought one of these Mattel action figures, then you know what the packaging is like.

Blue Beetle's body sculpt is fairly basic. Basically the same as Booster Gold's. The main differences of this figure compared to others with the similar body type are obviously the head sculpt and the paint job which I will touch on shortly.

On the side of Blue Beetle's belt is a holster for his gun which has an attachable flap. BB also has similar goggles to Booster Gold which are made of a transparent yellow plastic.

Blue Beetle's paint job is actually pretty good. There are a couple minor spots where the paint has a paint color crosses over the lines so to speak, specifically the yellow paint on his belt buckle. Other than that, its a fairly good job.

As far as accessories go, other than the collect and connect piece of Atom Smasher, Blue Beetle only comes with a small gun (which looks like a hair dryer) that fits well into either of his hands and perfectly into the side holster on his belt.

Since his body type is similar to about 90% of the DC Universe Classics figures, so is the articulation. Joints are in the neck, shoulders, biceps, elbows, wrists, abdominal, waist, hips, thighs, knees and ankles.

Overall, a fairly standard figure for the DC Universe Classics toy line, which is a good thing. There are similar body parts used on this figure that we've seen before on others but the paint job and head sculpt gives Blue Beetle his own uniqueness from the rest of the crowd.

Sculpt/Design - 8, Paint - 9, Accessories - 5, Articulation - 9, Fun - 8

DC Universe Classics wave 7 action figures are all over eBay right now ( as of June 09) so they should be that hard to find, and with wave 8 figures starting to make an appearance, now's the time to pick up the wave 7 figures at reasonable prices.

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Thats 3 down and 5 more to go from wave 7 so be sure to check back for the next DC Universe Classics action figure review.

DC Universe Classics - Booster Gold

For my second review of the DC Universe Classics, wave 7 set, I'll be taking a closer look at Booster Gold. To find your very own DCUC Booster Gold action figure on eBay, click here . Now on to my review:

Booster Gold is one of two action figures from this set that has a variant. This version of BG is his modern look. The variant is of Booster Gold in his "classic" costume which really is just includes a high collar around his neck.

Packaging for this entire set has not changed, really no reason to. The figure is securely packaged in a double plastic bubble with cardboard backing. You'll also fine a brief write up on the character's origin.

The body sculpt is very similar to most other DCUC figures such as Flash, Green Lantern to name a few with the exception of a few minor changes specifically his wrist blasters around the forearms.

Of course, the head sculpt is totally unique his traditional yellow goggles and an arrogant smirk.

Booster Gold's is painted in a metallic blue and gold (of course) and the uniform is fairly simple so the paint job is very clean. Mattel should probably have used a lighter color for Booster's hair as it is more of a light brown instead of blond and there is no wash or highlighting to give is some depth. Skeets' paint job is a little messed up but he is so small you really have to look close to see him.

So as mentioned, Skeets is included with Booster Gold. He attaches to the hole in BG's back. Other than the Collect and Connect piece of Atom Smasher, Booster Gold does not come with any other accessories.

Booster Gold comes with all the standard points of articulation. Neck, shoulders, biceps, elbows, wrists, abdominal, waist, hips, thighs, knees and ankles. Skeets' lid even has a joint to open and close.

Overall, Booster Gold looks pretty good. As mentioned, I wish his hair color was a bit lighter but other than that, Mattel and the Four Horsemen have nailed the character fairly well.

Sculpt/Design - 9, Paint - 8, Accessories - 7, Articulation - 9, Fun - 8.5

Booster Gold and the rest of the wave 7 DC Universe Classics action figures are all over the Internet right now. eBay is your best bet in my opinion.

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