McFarlane Toys
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Todd McFarlane was obviously inspired by anime when he created his popular Spawn comic. So, its only fitting that he comes full circle with the creation of a tribute line to anime. Spotlighting characters from Akira, Tenchi Muyo and Triggn, these figures are as wonderfully sculpted and painted as any other in the McFarlane Toys line.
These are by far the nicest Akira action figures yet. Each wonderfully sculpted in a soft pvc with great care and attention to detail. Although Kaneda's bike is not to the best proportions and the decals are different, probably down to licencing issues, it is still a great toy to own and feels more solid than even the Diecast Ghogokin replica by Bandai and at a fraction of the cost. These are a must own and look amazing sat on a shelf, though occasionally I like to get the bike down and push it around the ruffles of my bed sheets making driving noises.
3-D Animation from Japan - Series 1
- Manufactured by: McFarlane
- Name: 3D Animation from Japan - Series 1
- Released: 2000
- Type: Posable Action Figures
- Material: PVC
- Set Also Includes: ???
- Images Taken From: www.spawn.com
Kaneda
He stands 6 3/4 inches tall with 10 articulation points and comes with a power pack and weapon.
Tetsuo
He stands 6 1/8 inches tall with five points of articulation. He includes interchangeable arms, a cybernetic one and a morphing one from the film.
Kaneda's Bike
Kaneda's bike is 10 1/8 inches in length and includes rotating tires.
3-D Animation from Japan - Series 2
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- Manufactured by: McFarlane
- Name: 3D Animation from Japan - Series 2
- Released: 2001
- Type: Posable Action Figures
- Material: PVC
- Set Also Includes: ???
- Images Taken From: www.spawn.com
Akira and Throne
Akira from Akira is 3 5/8 inches tall with 11 joints (neck, shoulders, elbows, hips, thighs and knees) and a soft molded cape. He comes with a massive throne just like in the Akira manga. The throne itself is more than 7 inches tall with A-K-I-R-A spelled out in neon-style material and a red seat for young Akira to sit on.
Joker
Joker, the Clown gang leader from Akira, stands 7 5/8 inches tall and has 13 points of articulation (neck, shoulders, forearms, hips, thighs, knees and ankles). Joker has flexible suspenders, Clown tattoos and metal hoop earrings. The figure features a base, a pipe weapon, and a three-barrelled gun with a strapped (removable) power pack.