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Its Ok.
It is a flash figure. Until DC Comics and Mattel decide to do something along the lines of DC Legends, similar to Toy Biz' Marvel Legends, we have to be thankful for ANYTHING that comes out.

Unfortunately, however, there is no detail to this line of figures. The bright side is, they do resemble the animated series, in that it is as 2 dimensional, as a drawing.

Nevertheless, since there seems to be a lack of variety in the DC world for reasonablly priced superhero figures, some accolades and applause is deservant for Mattel. We can only hope they drastically improve on the design quality; and, thank them for not gouging us on this line. A much better value than the 4 inch versions.

Where's Green Lantern?
I think these large Justice League figures are great. I personally am not disappointed in the lack of articulation (joints where the figure's limbs can move), since I'm getting these for my very young son, and he doesn't care. Besides, these figures are done in the highly simplified "cartoon" style, which to me indicates that they'd naturally be less intricate mechanically. My GRIPE is that many of these toys are not shipped in equal quantities, so there are fewer of one than the others. I've seen tons of Batman figures, but not one Green Lantern, for instance. Many of these scarcer figures are horded by collectors/dealers, leaving people like me who actually want to buy them for their children with an incomplete set. It's sad this is the way the toy business works at times. STILL, these are great toys--very iconic, very well designed.

Great for collectors
If you can't afford the $... maquette, this is great substitute.
I say it's great for collectors becoz there are few points of articulation so it looks more like a statue than a toy.

Only cons is that the botton half of flash is a slightly different red than from the top. This is no noticeable from a distance though.

Morphing the Justice League !
WOW ! 10" of the Flash. These large Justice League figures are great for both the collector and for younger kids who can appreciate more figure to hold onto. As with all the Mattel DC Superhero figures released this year I cannot emphasize enough that all the figures need more articulation ! We know it can be done (see the Marvel Legends series figures). Honestly, at the price points these figures are at we as consumers are justified in expecting the much needed articulation. The figures are well done....Please give us figures which can be played with in the positions they are depicted in when they are in action !

FLASH!!!
This toy is so cool that kids should use it as a collectors item. ... Read more

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Love this item!
Guaranteed to please Batfans of all ages. The kids will love it for the playability and the adults will love it for the great addition to their Bat-Collection. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Load Superman into the Javelin 7 attack pod, fire up the jet, and let loose the two missiles (not at real people or animals, please). Justice League fans will have a blast acting out their favorite Superhero scenes with this sleek toy jet. A Superman action figure (included) can be strapped into either the attack pod or the jet pod, both of which light up with a cool blue glow when the engine is pressed. Squeeze the missile launcher and two fiery red plastic javelin-shaped missiles shoot across the room. Other action figures (not included) can be used as co-pilots in the pods. (Two AA batteries required--not included.) --Emilie Coulter ... Read more

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A True Disappointment
My little boy loves his Justice League Superheroes, however, this toy proved to be a disappointment to us. Its durability is quite poor. Everytime he tries to put Flash in or out of the cockpit, the door comes off. Trying to separate the aircraft into two separate ones is no easy task--even for an adult. My four year old is constantly asking me to put it together and take it apart because he cannot do it himself. This toy has been truly frustrating for him and he gets so aggravated with it constantly falling apart.

Not as good as it looks
(Although usually very generous in rating toys, my son didn't play with this vehicle long enough to aid me in developing any positive aspects to share, as a result the rating is poor...As tolerant and patient as my son is, he was disgusted with it's design and durability and returned to his Bionicles) And I can't blame him. This toy is a mess.

First, the box tells us that this vehicle is appropriate for 4 years and above...If this mean just holding it and making it pretend fly, sure; but to do anything else there is No way this toy can be handled by a 4 year old, or 5, 6, 7, 8....year old!....

Really! Separating this vehicle into 2 is no easy task! Since there is no mechanical release button, you literally have to yank it apart! It took me several pulls before I could get it apart. Which is really too bad, as this toy had so much potential: it easily holds two figures, separates into 2 real vehicles....but with it's poor design, it's not user friendly at all.

Yes, it's 'cool' looking, but your little one will get tired of asking you to yank it apart and then replace the doors that will keep falling off each time he opens them! As a result, my son hasn't touch his vehicle since Christmas!

It's way over priced and unless your little one is a BIG Justice League fan, pass this one up and hope for another vehicle next Christmas. If however, your little one must have it, buy it ONLY on sale, and make sure you're planning to play with your little one (you'll feel less annoyed and bothered each time he wants it repaired or separated....) and pray that he grows weary of it.

Not all was lost for us. I used this toy as an example on why we need to be good consumers. My little guy and I talked about "how things aren't what they seem" sometimes...then we talked about how we could make better choices in light of the reality that many toy makers will continue to make and sell cheap crap. So this purchase wasn't a TOTAL bust.

Good Luck ... Read more

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Batman 12" figure...WOW!!
This figure is simply beautiful. It looks great sitting on a shelf and it's a great toy for young Batman fans to play with. The only way they could make this toy better is to have additional characters from the world of Batman to go along with it. Superman would look great in this form. And, of course, you need some villians. Joker, Riddler, Two Face, Killer Croc, Mr. Freeze! They all would be perfect! However, it's only Batman who comes in the 12" size for now, so you'll have to use your imagination. One drawback for this figure is when he bends his leg at the hip, it causes the pockets in his utility belt to open when you don't want them to. Other than that, there is NOTHING to complain about. Go ahead and buy five of them. Maybe the strong demand will persuade Mattel to continue this type of action figure.

This Darkknight is THE DARKKNIGHT!!
It is about time that someone comes out with an accurate depiction of Batman The Darkknight himself. This is not your fathers Batman!
This is the real Darkknight, and it shows just by looking at him.
This goes in line with any comic book fan, a good example of Frank Millers The Darkknight Returns, not as old of course, but never the less, this is the true depiction of what The Darkknight is all about! Here Here Mattel, I give a 4 1/2 star batarang rating on this one! (The utility pouches do not open as far as shown, and can be cracked, so be careful, don't force it). The batcape also doesn't spread out as shown,it's sewn to his costume above his shoulders, so it takes some creativity to get it to stay if you like the full batwing look. ... Read more

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You can't go wrong
whether your child loves superheroes or any kind of dress up - this is a winner! A great price, very comfortable and one of their favorites under the tree (we bought the Superman, too). My kids are 3 (slightly over 35 lbs.) and 5 - the fit is fine. They jut up just a bit at the shoulders, but since it is soft foam, not a hard plastic, this has no affect on their play or enjoyment. The capes are long for the shorter guys, but I haven't seen any tripping yet and they basically haven't taken them off since the 25th. If you think the length might cause a problem, the fabric is easily trimmed with scissors, there is no hem.

You can't lose with this one!!

Great buy for the Little person that loves Batman
My son got this for his fourth birthday. The costume is quite large for small children, but he did not care and it was amazing to see him play and grow into it. My son who is now eight, told me to write a review as we were looking at toy ideas for Christmas. He thought the costume was really fun to play with, and wanted other parents to know it would be a good gift for kids that liked batman.

The costume held up pretty well under many hours of crime fighting in our home. This was an excellent value for my son. He literrally spent hundreds of hours in this costume over the years. For the price, it will be hard to find a better value for your child. You will smile as you watch your child use their imagination, and play with their friends keeping your home safe from evil doers. Helpful hint - Buy another Superhero costume so their friends can join in the fun (Robin,Superman).

A must for any little Batman fans!
We bought this in March for our 3 year old son's Batman-themed birthday. Like the other reviews say, it's really too big but the way it is made it doesn't matter. Here almost 9 months later, he has worn it almost every day and it was his Halloween costume. It looked so dirty and spotted by then I washed it expecting it to fall apart but it came out looking great. It's not top quality apparel, but it's definitely much better than the flimsy costumes you typically get at your local [discount store] or whatever

Watch the sizing....
Beware of the sizing on this item. It is listed for a teen, and looks really big. Would not recommend this item if your child is smaller in size. Otherwise, it looks great and will make your little one a super hero.

Cool costume, but beware of size issue.
OK, this is a cool little set, and for the price, you just can't beat it. Only thing to be aware of and take into consideration: In the description, it presents it as a child size, like it would easily fit a 5 year old. When you get it, the box will say "young adult size". This is guaranteed to freak out any 'net shopping parent with a small child to please. However. I immediately called in my 4 year old, and though it's a little bit big, it'll work. Plus he can continue to wear it for a few more years. Just don't buy this thinking that a kid under about 35 pounds or so is going to wear it. It's not gonna happen. ... Read more

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A disappointment
My son got this for his 4th birthday last week and loved it, even though it didn't glow in the dark as he thought the package art implied. However, it would no longer move forward (it has a "push and go" mechanism) after 4 days, and the back wheel would practically not move at all after 5 days. My son has not been rough with it - he's just been pushing it along the floor. The missile launcher on the back of the batcycle comes as a separate piece that snaps on, but will not stay on (not that I mind, but some of the kids might). He still likes the way it looks, but it's rather frustrating now that it doesn't move. The description does not mention it, but the batman figure does not come off the batcycle. ... Read more

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Could have been better.
The figurines look OK. Even the strangely-colored Batman seems so work. I do hate the absence of the stand, however. The toys would not stand on their own, and, because of the way the joints are made, they cannot be sat down either. ... Read more

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Mattel does it again!!!!
The new Batjet is one of those inbetweener toys meant to blur the lines between the 6-inch and 4.75-inch Batman action figures. Actually, it's not on scale with either, but - although it's smaller in scale, it's the perfect accompanying piece for the animated style figures. Like the recent Batcopter and Batcycles, this Batjet fits the scope of the 4.75-inch Batman figures.
Rather than worry about scale and design specs, the toymakers at Mattel created a convenient Bat-vehicle to play with and/or collect. Fans will notice the new Batjet is blue with silver highlights, and fashioned in a techno-organic look much like the Batcycle and Batcopter. The Batjet features retractable wings and blast shield, and Batman (nonremoveable) spins around to an armored outfit while piloting the Batjet into battle. For those who have waited for a new Batwing/Batplane, this item is acceptable and worthy in its own right. Its smaller scale is a plus, as the accessory occupies less space than the previous Batwings from Kenner/Hasbro/Mattel. ... Read more

Editorial Review

This Batman Deluxe Figure has so much going on it's hard to know where to start. One of three Batman Deluxe Figures, Night Patrol Armor Batman is a highly detailed and sculpted action figure, appropriate for the collector and any fan of Batman toys. Night Patrol Armor Batman sports a gold colored breast plate and thigh guards, a utility belt with hoses that connect at the knees, a see-through visor covers his standard-issue batman mask, his cape is made of cloth, and silvery blue armor covers his muscular frame. His armaments are a shield and the Batarang launcher. We had quite a bit of trouble figuring out how to attach the shield, and the Batarang launcher was hard to use. We found this to be true with the other two Batman deluxe figures; there are no instructions, and other than the pictures on the packaging, no guidance as how to use or attach the weaponry. --Megan Sullivan ... Read more

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Great figure, poor accessories!
This action figure COULD have been great. The figure itself is durable and my son really likes it. But none of the accessories that came with it work properly. They will not stay on, and they don't perform the actions that they are supposed to. So they were tossed aside, and the figure gets used by itself. We've been finding the same thing with all the mattel action figures that he has.

Eh
This figure although it has a great sculpt and character supporting it seems to lack in color appeal. I'm not big on the color scheme of this Batman, is he a circus clown or a dark knight? I don't think Mattel can tell! ... Read more

Editorial Review

We thought this was the coolest of the three Batman Deluxe Figures. Tech Armor Batman wears graphite colored armor adorned with a silvery green breast plate and shin guards. He's articulated at the forearms, wrists, waist, knees, legs, and neck. He's got an arsenal of weaponry including a laser cannon, claw arm, disc launcher and disc missile. The claw arm, which snaps tightly shut, is attached to a big mechanical-looking arm that branches from one of Batman's shoulders; you can also swap out the claw for the laser cannon. On the other side, the disc launcher clips on to his forearm, ready to fire a green disc-shaped missile with the Batman emblem cut out of it. He's got a stern look on his well-sculpted face, under the standard-issue bat mask with very pointy ears. His cape is cloth and hangs a little weakly off his back. As with the other two deluxe figures, we found the accessories a little hard to use; there are no instructions, and other than the pictures on the packaging, no guidance as how to use or attach the weaponry. --Megan Sullivan ... Read more

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Dark Knight with all the trimmings.
This is another one of mattel's repaints and hence Batman variations. But unlike several of the other figures, this one actually works for me. It shows Batman as a futuristic knight with a bunch of techno accessories. The color scheme also works great. One downside about the accessories, as with all mattel figures ther doesn't seem to be any instructions on how to place them on the figure save for the picture on the back of the box. And since, this one has by far the most accessories it gets a little confusing for kids (some adults also). All in all, the good outweighs the confusing therefore it's a good buy. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Batman has always been a bit unusual in the mythology of the comic book superhero. Rather than possessing mystical powers afforded by spider bites, scientific accidents, or alien ancestry, Batman's abilities are brought about by nothing more than sheer resourcefulness and obscene amounts of money. In this figure, part of a line based on the television series Justice League, the caped crusader wears a gray outfit that has a yellow utility belt, surprisingly tall ears on a black mask, and naturally, a cape. Batman is awfully top heavy which makes him look strong, but also means that he has a hard time standing on his skinny little legs. Instead, he's meant to stand with the assistance of an included blue plastic rack, which when combined with those of others in the line spells out "Justice League." A three-image trading card is also included. --Charlie Williams ... Read more

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durability
I placed one of these figures on display and in just a few weeks the legs began to curl forward. The figure now can't be used for display. Since this is what it was designed for, that's a shame.

Not bad.
I really liked the cape and the trading card. I did have issues with the stand. On one hand, it is great that there is a stand. On the other hand, it just does not look right without other Justice League figurines to put together the word. And it is way too large.

Poor design leads to a waste of money
Do not buy this action figure! It is of a poor quality - Batman's feet were not properly designed, and so the figure's legs will warp and bend, making him unable to stand correctly.
The Mattel Batman figures from the Batman line are much better, and properly constructed. So collect the rest of the Justice Leaguers, and get one of the two-packs for your Mattel Batman. ... Read more

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Repaints - already?
It's a bad sign that the second Superman figure released by Mattel is nothing more than a repaint of one issued only weeks before. That first figure, which I call "true blue Superman," was accurate to his look in the first season of the "Justice League" TV series, and had Supes in his trademark blue costume. This version (let's call him "blackout Superman") is the same toy, only with his suit black instead of blue, and his 'S' chest symbol red on a black background instead of red on yellow. Blackout Superman offers no new accesories, and no special features. The only reasons I can see for buying this are that you can't find the "true blue" version, or are one of those obsessive collectors who HAVE to have every version of every toy (I'm not one of them). A better deal: get the Justice League's Javelin 7 spacecraft, which has electronic features, AND a True Blue Superman figure free!

Can We NAME Our Variants, Please?
This is a beautiful variant of the regular Superman action figure (a loose term, as there are few points of articulation), but I have just one question. Is this the Superman with black symbol as he currently appears in the books, or is it a Kingdom Come version of Supes?
Try naming your variants for the fans, Mattel.

superman justice league
I have bought a lot of action figures. I always want the best likeness. Mattel has done that. There sculpts catch Justice league perfectly. I see my children and all other haveing many adventures with there Justice league fiures. Now Mattel lets have some villans! ... Read more