1979 Kenner ALIEN Action Figure Carapace on Ebay.

Posted on 27/10/2018 by windebieste

EDiT: Well, that sold quick. Gone within 2 days!

Here’s a nice little item I found for sale on Ebay. It’s an original head cover (carapace or dome – it’s known as all these things) for the 1979 Kenner ALIEN action figure.

These things crop up about once every couple of months or so on the service. While this 5 inch piece of concave translucent plastic may appear to be sold at a high price, these things usually do sell on Auction rather ‘Buy Now’ and can close anywhere between US$60 to US$110 so, yes, this item is a little on the high end of that pricing range. Nonetheless, I’ve seen them sell for comparable amounts before and I expect this one to not last very long at all. The vendor will receive the asking price as the US$100+ price tag isn’t out of the question. Continue reading →

Baptiste Coudert Reviews Super7 ALIEN Wave 3

Posted on 20/10/2018 by windebieste

I’ve been waiting for this video review from one of my favourite reviewers to hit the ‘Tube. Now it’s here. Baptiste Coudert gives us some insightful commentary and what he thinks of Super7’s recently released ALIEN ReAction figures, Wave 3 Nostromo Crew Packs.

Baptiste talks us through all 3 packaged sets and contents. He provides a brief run down on all 9x 3.75 inch collectible action figures appearing in this line up. Go watch the review!

-Windebieste.

Prototype Gallery Update – 1994, Swarm Alien.

Posted on 19/10/2018 by windebieste

I’m still in the process of tidying up my former residence. Nonetheless, I still want to take some time to post quick updates on the site. Here is a welcome update to the ever growing selection of Kenner ALIEN prototype section.

The Swarm Alien was one of Kenner’s more unusual ALIENS action figures the company released during the 1990’s. You’ll find images of a stunning prototype sample of this peculiar toy right here.

A very special thanks to Steve Dwyer for sharing images of this odd Kenner piece from his collection.

-Windebieste.

Mr. Tendril’s BIG Make Over Now Live.

Posted on 14/10/2018 by windebieste

I’ve been in possession of this old Kenner ALIEN action figure for a while now. I spent about 6 weeks working on rehabilitating this old toy. Recently I finished all that is required and he’s now ready to be displayed publicly.

This is no normal Kenner ALIEN, though. He was a wreck when I first acquired him. He’d already been customised by a previous owner and had since fallen into a state of substantial disrepair. I took it upon myself to make him ‘whole’ once again. A complete restoration was out of the question – the previous custom work could not be undone. The solution? Embrace those extant changes and transform him into something new. This old Kenner toy has become the oddity now known as ‘Mr. Tendril’.

The entire process from start to finish is documented in this lengthy piece. Almost a dozen pages of it, actually. You can start reading right here and marvel at the weird and wonderful rise to display worthy status of the Amazing Mr. Tendril!

-Windebieste.

Knock Offs, Bootlegs and Other Illegal Aliens.

Posted on 12/10/2018 by windebieste

I’ve just posted a new article that explores the very strange phenomena of knock off and bootleg ALIEN action figures. From China to Mexico, these startling and strange anomalies crawl out from under the hazy blanket of obscurity to make you wonder what on Earth these manufacturers were thinking when they made these weird things.

This exploration into the strange and nefarious world of bootleg ALIEN action figures is available for you to read now.

-Windebieste.

REVIEWED: Mexican Bootleg Predalien.

Posted on 09/10/2018 by windebieste

I am finally beginning to settle into my new residence and now have internet access once again. It’s time to resume giving some regular attention to HIDEOUS PLASTIC. Let’s start with something I have not done in months. Let’s start with a review.

I’ve been exploring the strange and murky world of bootleg ALIEN action figures of late and found some mighty odd stuff. Let’s take a look at one of them, shall we? This review attempts to extract some sense from a weird and wondrous bootleg Predalien action figure from Mexico.

When it comes to strange and unconventional, this figure has got it all. Enjoy!

-Windebieste.

Super7 ALIEN Nostromo Crew 3 Packs Now Available

Posted on 02/10/2018 by windebieste

Super7 have made available all 9 characters appearing in Wave 3 of their popular ALIEN ReAction figure range in a set of 3 boxes. Each box contains 3 characters and can now be purchased from their online store.

Box 1 contains new iterations of characters previously released in Super7’s fashionable retro style. It includes new versions of Kane in his compression suit with a fractured faceplate and a freshwater lobster stuck to his face. You’ll also find a fresh take on Ripley Continue reading →