Review: Kotobukiya ARTFX+ 1/10 X-Men Marvel NOW! Wolverine

Character: Wolverine (James Howlett)

First Appearance: Incredible Hulk #180

Illustrator: Adi Granov

Sculptor: Abe Jun'nosuke

Manufacturer: Kotobukiya

Classification: ARTFX+

Scale: 1/10

Release: August 2016

Height: 7.5 inches

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Kotobukiya's series of Marvel Comics ARTFX+ Statues continues with the latest mutant hero in the Marvel NOW! lineup that has been taking the world by storm. In 2012 the comic book company relaunched several titles, shifting some characters into different books and updating some for a modern audience. More than anything, it provided a perfect jumping on point for new readers. Now the characters are brought to life as never before based on concept artwork by superstar artist Adi Granov, who was also responsible for the preceding Avengers series. Completing the X-Men lineup and joining peviously released Cyclops, Emma Frost, Magneto, Magik, Beast, and Rogue is fan favorite WOLVERINE!

A nearly immortal mutant with a powerful healing factor and heightened senses, Wolverine was further enhanced by an adamantium-laced skeleton and ultra-sharp claws. Throughout his years with the X-Men (and other teams) he's worn several different costumes, and this new version is the ARTFX+ debut of his unique Marvel NOW! outfit consisting of a tough, combat-ready uniform. It's a full bodysuit revealing only the lower part of his fave, though of course his claws protrude through it as well. Wolverine is captured in mid-lunge, stepping forward with his right legs as he jabs his left hand for a lethal strike. The stark black and yellow armor sections of his costume make a cool "X" out of negative space, and it includes his trademark pointed cowl. Logan's face is contorted into a fierce snarl as he attacks his enemies, and he looks super cool with his eyes covered by the pure white lenses of his costume.

Sculpted by the same master artist who did the Marvel NOW! Avengers series, Junnosuke Abe, the diminutive Wolverine stands under 7.5 inches tall (in the ARTFX+ 1/10th scale) with magnets in his feet to provide perfect stability on his included display base. This mainstay of the X-books and popular mutant hero is a great solo statue and of course completes your epic Marvel NOW! X-Men collection from Kotobukiya!

Review: Kotobukiya ARTFX+ 1/10 X-Men Marvel NOW! Rogue

Character: Rogue (Anna Marie)

First Appearance: Avengers Annual #10

Illustrator: Adi Granov

Sculptor: Abe Jun'nosuke

Manufacturer: Kotobukiya

Classification: ARTFX+

Scale: 1/10

Release: July 2016

Height: 7.5 inches

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Kotobukiya's series of Marvel Comics ARTFX+ Statues continues with the latest mutant hero in the Marvel NOW! Lineup that has been taking the world by storm. In 2012 the comic book company relaunched several titles, shifting some characters into different books and updating some for a modern audience. More than anything, it provided a perfect jumping on point for new readers. Now the characters are brought to life as never before based on concept artwork by superstar artist Adi Granov, who was also responsible for the preceding Avengers series. Joining previously released Cyclops, Emma Frost, Magneto, Magik, and Beast is the fan-favorite ROGUE!

The power-absorbing mutant has never looked better, and now Rogue adds a striking dash of green tot he Marvel NOW! X-Men series with this fantastic new ARTFX+ presentation. Born Anna Marie in Mississippi, the young girl's mutant powers first manifested during a kiss with her childhood boyfriend. Suddenly she found herself absorbing his life energy, and subsequently ran away, taking the nickname "Rogue" in the process. When touching a mutant, she absorbs powers in addition to memories and skills, making her incredibly powerful and incredibly dangerous. During her early career she battled the current Ms. Marvel and seemingly absorbed her flight and super strength permanently. In the Marvel NOW! era Rogue got a new look celebrated here as she tightens her gloves for combat. The mutant heroine stands in a cocky pose with one leg arched forward, her body shifted to the side as she looks directly at the threat with an expression on her fave that says she's totally unafraid. Rogue wears bright green pants, a jacket in a slightly darker shade with white piping, thigh high black boots, and white gloves. Her smile radiates her strength and spirit beneath her unique brown and white hair.

Sculpted by the same master artist who did the Marvel NOW! Avengers series, Junnisuke Abe, Rogue stands over 7.5 inches tall (in the ARTFX+ 1/10th scale) with magnets in her feet to provide perfect stability on her included display base. The beautiful and powerful Rogue will make a great centerpiece in your display and the perfect addition to your Marvel NOW! X-Men collection!

Review: Kotobukiya ARTFX+ 1/10 X-Men Marvel NOW! Beast

Character: Beast (Dr. Henry "Hank" Philip McCoy)

First Appearance: X-Men #1

Illustrator: Adi Granov

Sculptor: Abe Jun'nosuke

Manufacturer: Kotobukiya

Classification: ARTFX+

Scale: 1/10

Release: April 2016

Height: 5 inches

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Kotobukiya's hit line of Marvel Comics Avengers ARTFX+ Statues paved the way for the next incredible comic-based series in this great scale, the X-Men of Marvel NOW! In 2012 the comic book company relaunched several titles, shifting some characters into different books and updating some for a modern audience. More than anything, it provided a perfect jumping on point for new readers. Now the characters are brought to life as never before based on concept artwork by superstar artists Adi Granov, who was also responsible for the Avengers series. Joining previously released Cyclops, Emma Frost, and Magneto, and Magik is the agile and brilliant BEAST!

One of the original five X-Men introduced all the way back in 1963, Henry "Hank" McCoy was a highly intelligent young man whose mutant nature manifested as oversized limbs with fearsome strength. Nicknamed the "Beast," McCoy struggled with his looks and eventually underwent further mutations that gave him blue fur and a bestial appearance. Despite his issues the mutant has always been a champion of his kind, working with many of the "X" teams over the years in addition to other heroic groups like the Avengers. Standing alongside his X-Men compatriots, Beast looks better than ever with an incredible sculpt that really brings to life his inhuman exterior. Hank is posed in a low crouch, resting on the knuckles of one hand while the other is held to the side with claws ready to strike. The mutant's face reveals his determination to fight against evil with a heavy scowl and bared teeth. Covered in intricately sculpted fur, the X-Man is blue all over and wears black shorts for modesty.

Sculpted by the same master artist who did the Marvel NOW! Avengers series, Junnosuke Abe, Beast is just over 5 inches tall (in the ARTFX+ 1/10 scale) in his crouched position, and magnets in his feet provide perfect stability on his included display base. The blue Beast looks great on his own and is a fantastic addition to your Marvel NOW! X-Men collection!

Package No.50

Another package for me! This time it's not me who bought it. My Pretty Girlfriend bought it for me as a Gift for my Birthday. Though it is not my birthday anymore, this came late already but still I am really looking forward to this Item.

Package No.49

Just received my new Gunpla Kit today. Another P-Bandai Exclusive release that I think every Gundam Wing Series fans is waiting for. It is a bit pricey for an MG Kit but still worth the wait. I still have my MG Altron unfinished so this kit will be waiting for its turn to be assembled. 

Package No.48

Best start for the year. My ARTFX+ Spider-man that I have been waiting for like a week now just arrived. I didn't expect that Spidey will have this big box because I saw in the early reviews that the figure is just smaller than the ARTFX+ Deadpool which apparently has a smaller box than this one.