SIMPLE BACKDROPS FOR ACTION FIGURES

Collect action figures? Looking for an eye-catching way to display them or set-up scenery for interesting toyography pictures? Check out www.simplebackdrops.shop for some sharp looking options that are also very affordable. I purchased a couple of their backdrops and have been very impressed. 

Simplebackdrops are designed at 1:12 scale (that is compatible with six and seven inch sized action figures such as Hasbro's 6-inch G.I. Joe Classified and Star Wars Black Series or Mattel's 7-inch DC Universe and He-Man & the Masters of the Universe lines) and are printed on non-light reflecting premium matte paper. The backdrops are made of two skyline panels that either can be a long straight display or be bended to present a corner view. They also come with a floor square to replicate the ground complimenting the side panels.

Unlike some of their competitors who provide imagery on matte paper that you have to mount to a surface such as display case paneling, wood frame, or posterboard yourself for stability, Simplebackdrops sheets come attached to cardboard bases. Therefore, they are ready to use right out of the box with no prep work required by you. On the other hand, your bases for the imagery is the standard cardboard you can cut out from any normal box. 

That being said, the Simplebackdrops I bought have worked just fine in regard to displaying and durability.  The manufacturer does provide a disclaimer that these are "homemade backdrops" but I've found them to have a very professional appearance as long as you aren't fixated at looking at the panels from the backside which aren't supposed to be in plain view anyways. 

As the imagery isn't protectively glossed to avoid light reflection and the basing is standard cardboard, purchasers do need to take some basic precautions to avoid damaging the product. These are basic things that are probably applicable to higher end dioramas as well. For example, don't spill liquid on it or touch with dirty hands. I give Simplebackdrops kudos because my order was delivered very quickly and each backdrop was individually wrapped very securely to help avoid it being damaged not just during transport but also when being stored around my house when not in use.

I purchased two backdrops through Etsy. The first was a 1:12 Scale Day Forest Backdrop. The second was a 1:12 Scale Broken Wall Backdrop.

Being a Stargate fan, I utilized the Forest Backdrop with its daytime imagery to imagine a squad of G.I. Joes were on an off-world mission. SG-1 hadn't reported in so reconnaissance focused SG-13 was sent in to track them down their missing comrades. 

This is a long-straight format consisting of two visual panels. Therefore, two flaps on the back to need to be connected to create a stand in the middle where the two panels come together. This helps unite the two pieces plus keep the backdrop standing upright.

The Broken Wall Backdrop has a cavern or basement look to it with what appears to be a tunnel opening that action figures may be running towards or away from. I created a display of Star Wars Black Series action figures making up a mercenary team. They are on the hunt to earn a bounty or commission.

Unlike the forest display, this backdrop is meant to be setup in a corner format. Thereby, the corner holds up the pieces to stand on their own and a flap stand isn't needed here. As in the forest backdrop, there is a ground piece that compliments the side boards presenting a 3D environment for displaying and photographing action figures. I may use these backdrops with diecast cars too. 

Based upon my experience with Simplebackdrops, they've earned a Geek Daddy nod of approval. I'm impressed with the quality and usefulness of the backdrops, the pricing is nice for budget conscious consumers, and the customer service effort in the product arriving sooner than expected and securely packaged not just for transit but home storage as well. Simply said, Simplebackdrops exceeded my expectations. 

My only disappointment is the limited number of backdrop selections they have available. Hopefully they will start adding some additional variety of settings. If they add some more background options, I absolutely will be buying some more! 

MARVEL LEGENDS SERIES AIM TROOPER

Hasbro has added to its Marvel Legends collection of 6-inch action figures an army builder so that you can have your super hero characters face off against a force of A.I.M. troopers just like they do in the comic books. Advanced Idea Mechanics (A.I.M.) is an organization of brilliant scientists and their hirelings dedicated to the acquisition of power and the overthrow of all government by technological means. They have been trying to take over the world since the days when comic books only cost 12 cents so you know they have A.I.M. has been causing trouble within the Marvel Universe for a long time.

Available exclusively from the toy manufacturer's hasbropulse website, these action figures come in an art covered box and are priced at $14.99 which is about $5 less than the average Marvel Legends figure.  They have multiple points of articulation making these A.I.M. troopers great for posing and are equipped with two weapons and an ammunition bandolier. You get a nice bang for your buck with these toys!

Amass a number of these troopers to create a formidable fighting force. Because of the hazmat suit design of their costumes not only can they pose a threat to Marvel super heroes but can also be easily intermingled to do battle with other 6-inch style action figures like G.I. Joe Classified or the Star Wars Black Series. What villainous schemes will you have A.I.M. hatching up?

LIFE SIZE BABY YODA TOY

Baby Yoda, also known as "The Child", has captured the fascination and adoration of people across the globe since the character's surprise debut on Disney+'s THE MANDALORIAN. My kids love him, my wife thinks he is very cute, and I have to admit having a fondness for the little guy. Wouldn't it be cool to have a Baby Yoda to hang around your own house?

Now you can bring home a screen accurate life size toy of Baby Yoda based upon the prop used in filming THE MANDALORIAN. Hot Toys, known for producing highly detailed collectible toy reproductions of comic book and sci-fi characters, has crafted "The Child" scaled in size as if it was a real life character. This is as close as you'll get to having Baby Yoda standing right next to you!

Available from Sideshow Collectibles, The Child Life-Size Collectible Figure from Hot Toys is a hyper-realistic and has articulated features for posing and playing with. Meticulously crafted based on the appearance of "The Child" in THE MANDALORIAN it stands approximately 36cm tall. Impressive details of this collectible Baby Yoda figure include 2 pairs of interchangeable ears, movable head and arms, skillfully tailored outfit, a silver knob from the Razor Crest spacecraft that the young alien loves to hold, a Mythosaur emblem necklace, and a variety of interchangeable hands to pose or hold.  Recreate your favorite moments from the Star Wars live-action series or imagine your own adventures with Baby Yoda.

Want something a bit smaller in size? Hasbro has created a Baby Yoda action figure for its Star Wars Black Series 6-inch scale toy line. This Baby Yoda stands at 1.2-inches high to be at scale with the other toys in the collection as the character is depicted in THE MANDALORIAN. The figure includes multiple points or articulation and accessories that include a soup bowl and the silver nob from the Razor Crest's control panel that Baby Yoda enjoys playing with. This action figure is available from Best Buy.




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