This page covers the third line in the popular "3 Inch Line" Sonic figures. This wave sees more fan favorite figures, and finally a proper Super Sonic to collect. Despite the size, these figures are quite well articulated as well as well sculpted. All figures should retail for around $4.99 USD (a good price!)
This line sees more "Multi Figure Packs" which are generally 13.99
Toys R Us started with an exclusive on all Jazwares figures, however the exclusive expired in 2010. (BigBad Toy Store has them now 2010, at a lower mark-up than all other online retail. If your TRU isn't stocking the figures, this, OR Suncoast Video Stores (in malls) may be the best place to get them. ForbiddenPlanet UK has added the figures too! They're 5.99 pound. Info by Dio Soth & Fuzzball Raccoon.
This line sees more "Multi Figure Packs" which are generally 13.99
Toys R Us started with an exclusive on all Jazwares figures, however the exclusive expired in 2010. (BigBad Toy Store has them now 2010, at a lower mark-up than all other online retail. If your TRU isn't stocking the figures, this, OR Suncoast Video Stores (in malls) may be the best place to get them. ForbiddenPlanet UK has added the figures too! They're 5.99 pound. Info by Dio Soth & Fuzzball Raccoon.
These are the earliest painted shots of the third small line 3.5 inch figures from Jazwares. The line starts off super strong with great sculpts for Espio, Vector, Super Shadow and a REAL Super Sonic. All these shots are by Jazwares themselves, and were taken pre-approval by Sega, but it is highly likely that the final figures will look exactly the same. There isn't really much fault to find here, with great paint jobs all around, and the Chaotix members looking just like they should. Just look at all the detail on Espio! From 'ninja wrapped' socks to his detailed glove cuffs, he's a winner for sure!
One small paint anomaly here could be that Espio's back spike isn't green, but it could change. Vector will be at least 4 inches high, so they ARE paying attention to scale for these guys now. It is expected that Vector & Espio will be released in a comic 2 pack. Notice also that they both have 'waist' joints as well. They paid attention to Super Shadow's more cream/platinum tone color rather than yellow/yellow, and Super Sonic is appropriatly bright, with red eyes and actual 'super' spikes. The Super figures are expected to come in a pack with 7 Chaos Emeralds!
All figure photos in above section taken by Jazwares, discovered by TSSZ and Kari
This is a preview of what the Super figures double pack with emeralds will look like. The other edge probably has Super Shadow on it, and it looks like a mini-diorama of some sort (with the emeralds) will be inside, due to the width of the package. This photo will be replaced when the actual items come out & better photos are provided. Photo by Jazwares, discovered by:
While it was initially stated by Jazwares that this would be a '2 pack with emeralds' you can spot Super Silver inside this pack. If it's not a mistake, then it's a 3 pack. First spotted by Techno1252
This shot of the painted Big & Eggman 3.5 inch figures comes from Jazwares' HQ desk, so it is likely to be their final/Sega approved look. The Eggman also apparently has knees, which would be a first for him. Both figures look pretty well detailed here, and articulation is sure to be revealed. Photo by Jazwares, discovered by:
Here's the latest & greatest 2 pack from Jazwares yet. Instead of having a comic everyone already owns, this one has a rather awesome "Diorama Style Box" complete with removable, re-useable pod. The box depicts Eggmans' lair (reminiscent of Sonic Adventure 1, where you could find it, and Metal Sonic in a pod) With great art all over, caution striping, and die cuts, this box spares nothing in the quest to be cool. The back (above) even has cool profile write-ups of Metal Sonic & Eggman for you to read.
Once the box is open, you have a scene that you can use the figures in! Look, Amy is trapped in the pod, while Eggman sends Metal Sonic against Sonic. Just think about it on your shelf today! This should retail for $12.99 at Toys R Us.
Once the box is open, you have a scene that you can use the figures in! Look, Amy is trapped in the pod, while Eggman sends Metal Sonic against Sonic. Just think about it on your shelf today! This should retail for $12.99 at Toys R Us.
Using the box as a scene/toy is an excellent idea, for if people want MIB or loose, you can still use it and have it look great. The Metal Sonic in this one seems sturdier too, but always look for paint errors or mix-boxed items before you buy! (dont get distracted) MIB photo above discovered by SG, all other photos by Sonictoast
If you missed Metal Sonic in the original Comic 2 pak, you can get him on the single card, seen here. More releases like this only help to get the figures distributed better. Plus, he's a great option if your previous figure broke (The 2 pack comic one was notorious for breaking) because the single card figures are so inexpensive. Hopefully this one is better made. The timing of the release for this puts it on wave 3. Photo discovered by:
Vector & Espio come in another Comic 2-pak, the first for this third wave. It's great to be able to get these guys together, and Espio is a constant fan favorite. They look good in their pack, you can clearly see the details on the figures, like Vector's chain and Espio's shoe accents. You can also notice that the issue they come with is 138, which is not a modern one. It had a somewhat-focus on the Chaotix (which is why they selected it, so that it makes sense with the figures) and lets people in on a back-issue, which is convenient. Photo discovered by: AndrewPopp