Just Rewards Spike

[JusticeDemon]

New info from DST about the Vampire Spike figure.

First off, studio shots



DIAMOND SELECT TOYS, AFX OFFER FANS EXCLUSIVE ANGEL SPIKE FIGURE

Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles, LLC (DST) and Action Figure Xpress (AFX) are offering collectors an exclusive action figure based on one of the most popular characters from the hit TV shows Angel and Buffy the Vampire Slayer with the Angel: "Just Rewards" Spike Action Figure.

"We are ecstatic to be a part of Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles' all-new Angel action figure line," said AFX President Pat Wang. "The Willow action figures sold very well for us, so it only made sense for us to continue the success through this exclusive Spike figure from DST."

Designed by Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles (who also produced the figures) and Gentle Giant Studios (who also sculpted the figures), and offered exclusively by AFX, the figure depicts the vampire anti-hero (portrayed by actor James Marsters) as he appeared in the fifth season episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Featuring Spike in his menacing vampire form, the action figure - which is scheduled to be released in late January - stands approximately 6" tall and features 16 points of articulation. The figure also comes with a battle axe, a cross with an altar, a stake, a jacket, a bag of blood, and a railroad spike.

"Besides the fact that Fox's Angel and Buffy the Vampire Slayer continue to enjoy great success with their best-selling DVD releases," said Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles Marketing and Sales Coordinator Scott Braden, "the character of Spike, in his own right, has garnered a sizable fan base. And with this exclusive figure presenting Spike in one of his most classic vampire poses - from an episode that depicted him at his fiercest - it's no wonder that fans are clamoring to get their hands on this must-have action figure!"

[Crablouse]

Wow that is AWESOME!! Thanks for the information JD. I have that website bookmarked now. I wonder when it will go on pre-sale?

Here is the AFX Site if anyone needs it as well:

store.yahoo.com/actionfigurexpress

I looked and there is no pre-order information yet.

Thanks!

[cosmicspidey]

"Just Rewards?" What episode was that?

P.S. That fig rocks!

[Higher Power]

cosmicspidey said:

"Just Rewards?" What episode was that?

P.S. That fig rocks!

It was the second episode of season 5 of Angel. In case you don't remember, here is something that will remind you:
Memorable quote:
Spike: AHHHH!
Everyone: Spike?!
Harmony: BLONDIE BEAR!?

[ToyGuyMAT]

They are counting the jacket as an accessory?

[JusticeDemon]

ToyGuyMAT said:

They are counting the jacket as an accessory?

It's not really an accessory, since you can't take it off... but I guess so.

[Orpheus]

Excellent ! I thought the Just Rewards figure would have the be this Spike. I loved it in that episode when Spike Vamped out & snarled ar Angel & ran through him .

What no amulet I was sure he would come it with considering the episode. Never mind

[trudavies]

Look how many acessories... Woo-hoo!

[BuffyLover]

The jacket as an accessory is confusing me. I wonder if in the final version the jacket will be removable. Maybe it will be like the rubbery plastic that Anyanka's dress is made from.

[Moe]

JD. Has DST said anything about possibly fixing that duster? It's just the other figures look pretty close to completion and his jacket is still too short and shiny.

Thanx

[Moe]

Tru said:

Look how many acessories... Woo-hoo!

What? 4? That's no more than most other figures. I'm not complaining tho'. Those accesories are cool.

[Watcher817]

This figure is nearly perfect. The scan of James is remarkabley good. Let's hope the paint job doesn't look to different.

[slayathon]

Anyone know when it will be up for pre-order?

[CMK1887]

slayathon said:

Anyone know when it will be up for pre-order?

Just Rewards Spike is now available to pre-order from Action Figure Xpress for $15.99.

-CMK

[willntara4ever]

WOW! very cool love the head sculpt truly brilliant!

[Crablouse]

I just pre-ordered my Just Rewards Spike Figure!
Time & Space Toys is offering it for $15.99.

It looks like they just added him to the Pre-Orders.
Here is the link:

store.yahoo.com/timespacetoys/vaspjreacfi.html

YIPEE!! I LOVE this FIGURE!!

[Yik]

i just pre-ordered this sucker at forbiddenplanetinternational.com for £11.99, £3 off the rrp for the uk which is sweet

out of all the spikes, i have high hopes for this one. i just hope it turns out like the studio pic, i was highly disappointed with MACs odd paint job...

[trudavies]

I ordered it. It looks such a great figure. Has anyone else noticed that the Vamp face on it looks nothing like it did on Buffy? Was that because they got a different make-up team for Angel?

[Orpheus]

It is very close to how he looked in Just Rewards, I am very impressed. I did notice his features has changed since being on Buffy too.
I've just ordered 3 JR Spikes, & 3 FFL Spikes. This wave rocks, I am sure it will sell very well

[achtunglemon]

I think this is my favorite out of the new Spikes that are coming out.He actually looks like a vampire compared to Moore's "Night of the Living Dead" Spike. Also having the face look like a vampire and having amazing James detail is another achievement. Compared to most people here I think the shiny duster looks excellent. I do not feel it should be shiny/glossy but think about it when looking at the figure the glossy duster sets a contrast from the shirt being black as well. It actually looks like the duster is on him and not really attached to him. I like it!!


Oh yeah one thing.. Open Hands..