XM Studios - Namor

[GrumpyBear]

"In the name of Father Neptune, now does Namor the First, Prince of Atlantis,
Emperor of the Deep, Lord of the Seven ...." XM FB

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[Lawnknome]

is Namor not a property of the Xmen?

[MrYac]

is Namor not a property of the Xmen?

he's not that kind of mutant ;)

[risingstar]

I guess he isn't an FF property either.

[MrYac]

I would've thought FF over X-Men if anything

[TethMau74]

This is from the Marvel Studios Wikipedia page under character rights:

"Additionally, Marvel CCO Joe Quesada in 2012 believed Namor's rights had reverted to Marvel, but Feige said in August 2013 this was not so. However, Feige expanded in July 2014 saying that Marvel Studios, not Universal Pictures or Legendary Pictures, could make a Namor film, "but it’s slightly more complicated than that. Let’s put it this way – there are entanglements that make it less easy. There are older contracts that still involve other parties that mean we need to work things out before we move forward on it. As opposed to an Iron Man or any of the Avengers or any of the other Marvel characters where we could just put them in."

[Thor57]

Sounds like that means he's sort of in a Hulk situation? Marvel could make the film, but would have to allow another studio to get partial distribution rights?

Just a guess.

[entrari]

I need this to complete the four original defenders cast. First comic book I actually read.

[7th and Tef]

Kool this can be the answer to aquaman I like the idea

[rhy]

I need this to complete the four original defenders cast.
I'm diggin' this idea. Was on the fence about picking this up but a display w/ Strange & (SS) Hulk could hold me down till Surfer or Valkyrie comes along.

[Restinpieces]

Nice!

[entrari]

I'm diggin' this idea. Was on the fence about picking this up but a display w/ Strange & (SS) Hulk could hold me down till Surfer or Valkyrie comes along.

Was Valkyrie part of the team?
I remember hulk strange surfer and namor only.

[loricstone]

Yes Valkyrie was definitely a member on the team.

[Peedi]

is Namor not a property of the Xmen?

he's not that kind of mutant ;)

I would've thought FF over X-Men if anything

Namor is a mutant but at the time the movie deals were set up he wouldn't have been associated with X-Men anyway as in the comics he hadn't become an X-Man yet and his mutant status was downplayed. He was alluded to in FF: Rise of the Silver Surfer so I guess at least Fox thought it was ok to use him, they seemed to be setting him up as a villain for a 3rd movie at Reed and Sue's wedding but that iteration of the franchise was scrapped.

Either way it seems from the info TethMau found that Namor is in a gray area... Not surprised since Namor is originally just his own character, but then was reintroduced and closely associated with FF for years, was then an Avenger, then an X-Man, and then more recently back on the Avengers side of things until Secret Wars. He's been all over the place.

[rhy]

Was Valkyrie part of the team?
I remember hulk strange surfer and namor only. Oh yeah! She was most definitely a Defender. Buscema bomshell has always been (imo) one of the more visually appealing heroine's in the Marvel U.

[entrari]

Hmmm just did my research. So she came in after the fourth issue but to part of the original four? Also not part of new defenders series. Maybe that's what I recall reading. It was 25 years ago so I can't recall that well.

[Swordsman]

The prince of seven sea.....
xm 1/4 scale Namor concept art by Skan (hive studio)....

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[Thor57]

Sigh.

Bye money.

Get rid of the unflattering disk at the bottom though.

[kevin2323]

grumpy will not be happy about this thread.

[Swordsman]

grumpy will not be happy about this thread.

hmmm ???

[Thor57]

Grumpy is typically the first to post new images released. You beat him though. It's all in jest.

[frenchyoutoo]

Not into Namor but wow thats epic.

bottom disc things gotta go. Not a fan of those

[Restinpieces]

Cool!

[Mr. Nice Guy]

Im not a Namor fan but this is exceptional. The base may be a little bit too much in the way of distracting from the character but it does look absolutely amazing.

[Mr. Nice Guy]

I take it back. Not too much. It's dynamite.

[yipkusing]

XM is so aggressive; one reveal per day. No $.$

[wanderlai]

I like the giant octopus base but I think the swordfish are a bit much.

[The Mule]

Sigh.

Bye money.

Get rid of the unflattering disk at the bottom though.

Not into Namor but wow thats epic.

bottom disc things gotta go. Not a fan of those

Normally I would agree about the base, but consider this: it can be cast in clear resin and painted like actual water. I see that right now it's painted only on the top with water tripping over the black border, if they make the whole thing like water with the lower part of the octopus visible underwater (even if only by an inch), it's going to be awesome.


I like the giant octopus base but I think the swordfish are a bit much.

And this, too. Hopefully they'll be removable.

[wanderlai]

If they can make the base disc like the Mcfarlane Edward Kenway statue that would be awesome. That water effect is fantastic.

http://ep.yimg.com/ay/yhst-135913172251554/edward-kenway-assassin-s-creed-resin-statue-mcfarlane-collectors-club-exclusive-56.jpg

[Peedi]

Yeah wanderlai that's an awesome example.



Big ass octopus is creepy as hell, lol. Namor statue...? This might as well be "Octopus w/ a side of Namor" Dio.

I am a fan of Namor and this is awesomely cool. Namor is on my list of "characters I need in 1/4" but I probably don't won't something this spacious for Namor, though, and I have a lot on PO/listed for already. But geez they went all out. This thing is special.

[7th and Tef]

If they can make the base disc like the Mcfarlane Edward Kenway statue that would be awesome. That water effect is fantastic.

http://ep.yimg.com/ay/yhst-135913172251554/edward-kenway-assassin-s-creed-resin-statue-mcfarlane-collectors-club-exclusive-56.jpg

I saw it in person and look really nice I hope something like that too:jawd:

[The Mule]

Great catch wanderlai. I recalled there was a statue out there with the same effect I was talking about, but couldn't point it out which one.
This Namor could make for an awesome pair with Black Bolt.

[Swordsman]

XM is so aggressive; one reveal per day. No $.$

its very difficult to collect all.

just collect whichever you like best.

[actionjackson83]

nobody has done a Namor 1:4 so it's a must have for me. Guess I'll be dusting of my wallet to the ebay gods...

[frenchyoutoo]

Now that Mule and Wanderlai has explained and shown an example for the base that would indeed be wicked.

[Peedi]

nobody has done a Namor 1:4 so it's a must have for me. Guess I'll be dusting of my wallet to the ebay gods...

SS's Namor Comiquette is 1/4. Just ain't nobody checking for it.

Not my pic

http://i49.tinypic.com/2zth9w9.jpg

[Peedi]

Was waiting for SS to tackle Namor again as a PF since they still cost less...especially this costume...but after seeing this I'm not sure what they could do with him that would be nearly as exciting.

[The Mule]

That's funny, I for one have looked into 1:4 Namors some time ago, I was sure that the comiquette was 1:5. I was also kinda gutted because the statue is very very nice.
Sideshow scales strike back, lol :D

[DeadGhostKnight]

I wanna get excited for the XM Marvel stuff but until i can literally order one locally for the actual price, i can't.

[GrumpyBear]

"The prince of seven sea.....
xm 1/4 scale Namor concept art by Skan (hive studio)...." XM FB

https://scontent-fra3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/12003269_1593497690870924_6382332622082448474_n.jpg?oh=cb9953825d0801037b186aa53c3232ba&oe=56758F44

[davide87ita]

However something was already show before

[GrumpyBear]

Guys there was still a thread for Namor (http://www.statueforum.com/showthread.php?t=151476&page=2). Why we need to open again and again two threads?

[Thor57]

You've already been beat sir.

[Thor57]

Because he may not have known.

[Swordsman]

Can Moderator merge together the threads ?

So sorry. didn't check before hand.

[wanderlai]

This thread had sank down to Davy Jones locker :p

[Comicbookguy]

"The prince of seven sea.....
xm 1/4 scale Namor concept art by Skan (hive studio)...." XM FB

https://scontent-fra3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/12003269_1593497690870924_6382332622082448474_n.jpg?oh=cb9953825d0801037b186aa53c3232ba&oe=56758F44

:jawd:the details on the base!!!!

[Demona]

Was het technically beat when he had a Namor thread from July?

Seems like he was beat on the update, not the original announcement?

But we should see if threads can be merged somehow. Nobody wants to miss anything!

I do love this little game though :laugh:

[AlbertR213]

I feel the same way.

Although seeing what they are coming up with is really exciting and in a way it's a good thing I can't get a hold of them because I'd end up spending way too much!

I wanna get excited for the XM Marvel stuff but until i can literally order one locally for the actual price, i can't.

[Comicbookguy]

Was waiting for SS to tackle Namor again as a PF since they still cost less...especially this costume...but after seeing this I'm not sure what they could do with him that would be nearly as exciting.

Lol yes the XM expierence as many would say. Fun and exciting just not the prices. :p

[GrumpyBear]

Yes, if a thread is not on page 1 just open a new one. ;)

[GrumpyBear]

Can Moderator merge together the threads ?

So sorry. didn't check before hand.

You don´t must say sorry for that. Happend not the first time on this board. ;)

[loricstone]

Don't feel bad GB...Swordsman is just taking care of the Singapore side of things...lol.

[loricstone]

Sigh.

Bye money.

Get rid of the unflattering disk at the bottom though.

I feel like this every time they show something. I'm weak willed when it comes to XM. They could probably show a Pippi Longstocking statue and I would be gung ho over it.:doh!:

[loricstone]

its very difficult to collect all.

just collect whichever you like best.

For me that's everything. That's why I cut off everyone other company.

[SideShowJoe]

I feel like this every time they show something. I'm weak willed when it comes to XM. They could probably show a Pippi Longstocking statue and I would be gung ho over it.:doh!:

I would die for pippi longstocking Xm piece hahhs

Sarah joe

[GrumpyBear]

Haha i don´t feel bad, just thinking about to stop collecting after that. :hilarious: ;)

[shorudan]

Grumpy is typically the first to post new images released. You beat him though. It's all in jest.

OH NOOO GRUMPY HAS BEEN BEATEN?!?! :jawd:

[Atheris]

I'm not even a fan of the character, but this looks insane. I swear XM is on another level other producers can't even keep up with.

Chris

[built2shred]

I don't know much about this character, but Imagine Aquaman riding that base..... DC needs to give XM a full license....

[Swordsman]

I don't know much about this character, but Imagine Aquaman riding that base..... DC needs to give XM a full license....

My friend told me Namor had a fling with Invisible Woman. :eek:

[vorpoll]

I don't know much about this character, but Imagine Aquaman riding that base..... DC needs to give XM a full license....

And a world wide license!! I know, I know, but I don't care that SS has it for NA already. I don't care. Competition is good!

[rjszar]

Im not a Namor fan but this is exceptional. The base may be a little bit too much in the way of distracting from the character but it does look absolutely amazing.

I'm not much of a Namor fan either, but just the base might sway me to purchase it.

[Comicbookguy]

I'm not even a fan of the character, but this looks insane. I swear XM is on another level other producers can't even keep up with.

Chris

:iagree::goodpost: so awesome Im not even a huge fan either but this is a new level just like all new previews. Just as exciting as driving a Lambo :D

[GrumpyBear]

OH NOOO GRUMPY HAS BEEN BEATEN?!?! :jawd:

Bryan, my job is done. Time for the Padawans. ;)

[risingstar]

Stunner!

[marker2037]

Very cool. But the diameter of that base is going to be 20 inches. That's a lot of display room needed.

I like it though.

[jcrewd]

Haven't considered a Defenders display before but since I have Dr Strange on PO and Surfer on the way, I just might. Darn you XM, stop putting ideas in my head.

[jfyahui]

Fantastic!

[Hellboy]

This is pretty amazing!! I'm not really a Namor fan and XM is far too difficult/expensive for me to collect now so I'm not interested personally but damn how I'd love to see something like this done with Aquaman.

[XMAN]

Looks great.....but not a character I would go out of my way for.
Congrats to all who are able to obtain this....:drinking:

[Comicbookguy]

This is pretty amazing!! I'm not really a Namor fan and XM is far too difficult/expensive for me to collect now so I'm not interested personally but damn how I'd love to see something like this done with Aquaman.

Get it now it's better than later. When you PO new it won't hurt as much and you will get the XM expierence. I hear this a lot but have not expierence nothing yet until I get a XM statue myself :(

Looks great.....but not a character I would go out of my way for.
Congrats to all who are able to obtain this....:drinking:

I feel the same so cool but with so much I want first. XM is spot on the male charcters hope they improve on the female head sculpts.

[Sharkey]

damn... and here I thought this was the sign that the ban on mutants was lifted. With Namor being the first mutant and all...

[Hellboy]

Get it now it's better than later. When you PO new it won't hurt as much and you will get the XM expierence. I hear this a lot but have not expierence nothing yet until I get a XM statue myself :(

Not worth the trouble for me I'm afraid. I'm not into Marvel comic characters enough to spend 1k on statues of them outside of maybe 3 characters and they're all X-Men, and unfortunately that line of characters has hit a wall.

As far as the XM experience goes I have purchased 2 myself, Magneto and Wolverine. I also have Phoenix on the way. They truly are on another level and worthy of the praise they receive. Lets hope the attention to detail, implementation of fan input and setting a new standard for QC continue as XM matures and grows as a company.

[Peedi]

Ha ha...lot of "not a fan of Namor" posts...I know Aquaman is more well known but nobody has love for Namor?

I like Aquaman but I'm glad Namor is getting this statue and not Aquaman. Maybe because I've read way more Namor than Aquaman. I like both though. Physically and powers they're not much different...water animals, super strength, invulnerability, etc. Namor is just 100% more jackass.

I plan on getting the SS Aquaman PF but imagine this Namor next to it. Namor's like "I win".

[actionjackson83]

Namor's better because he's 100% douchebag.

[Comicbookguy]

I only remeber namor is the jim lee art issue of the reboot fantastic four. Art was amazing! Na more was an x-men? That would be so strange? I can see him as a avenger if he join but x-men just seems to weird to me. Tempted to buy this but can't with the amount of stuff they are putting out so fast.

[The Mule]

Ha ha...lot of "not a fan of Namor" posts...I know Aquaman is more well known but nobody has love for Namor?

I like Aquaman but I'm glad Namor is getting this statue and not Aquaman. Maybe because I've read way more Namor than Aquaman. I like both though. Physically and powers they're not much different...water animals, super strength, invulnerability, etc. Namor is just 100% more jackass.

I plan on getting the SS Aquaman PF but imagine this Namor next to it. Namor's like "I win".

Namor is that kind of son of a b---h that I can't really hate, regardless of his arrogant spoiled bastard attitude. Actually, he puts a grin of approval on my face every time he goes full a--hole mode. I guess I have a thing for antiheroes/occasional villains, because I find him light years better than Aquaman as a character (poor Aquaman tho :( ).

I was thinking about seriously cutting back with Marvel statues but this one ticks me. I like the idea of displaying Black Bolt, Namor and Magneto all together, I always appreciated the fact that they're seen as kings of their own, separated from the rest of the world, and while having completely different characters and ambitions, they're still moved by a mutual respect and end up teaming together when things go south.

[Peedi]

Namor's better because he's 100% douchebag.

:goodpost:

I only remeber namor is the jim lee art issue of the reboot fantastic four. Art was amazing! Na more was an x-men? That would be so strange? I can see him as a avenger if he join but x-men just seems to weird to me. Tempted to buy this but can't with the amount of stuff they are putting out so fast.

Let me blow your mind...he's been a member of both the Avengers AND the X-Men at different times.

Other X-Men who've been Avengers: Beast, Wolverine, Storm, Havok, Rogue, Cannonball, Sunspot, Sunfire and recently magically inverted Sabretooth

[Peedi]

Namor is that kind of son of a b---h that I can't really hate, regardless of his arrogant spoiled bastard attitude. Actually, he puts a grin of approval on my face every time he goes full a--hole mode. I guess I have a thing for antiheroes/occasional villains, because I find him light years better than Aquaman as a character (poor Aquaman tho :( ).


Namor probably has more intense stories and relationships with other heroes due to his superior attitude which sets him apart from Aquaman.

I hated everything about AvX but what they did with Namor in the follow up to that in New Avengers up until Secret Wars was some of the saddest, tragic and most exciting Namor work I've come across. Definitely plays up on the dual hero/villain role he puts himself into in interesting ways.

I was thinking about seriously cutting back with Marvel statues but this one ticks me. I like the idea of displaying Black Bolt, Namor and Magneto all together, I always appreciated the fact that they're seen as kings of their own, separated from the rest of the world, and while having completely different characters and ambitions, they're still moved by a mutual respect and end up teaming together when things go south.

The 90s/2000s Black Panther series played up on the Marvel kings thing by featuring more global/international issues that occasionally had Black Panther meeting or clashing with the other kings, mainly Magneto, Dr. Doom and Namor. Since they are/were Marvel's kings it was interesting to read them actually acting as kings rather than just beating things up:

https://p.dreamwidth.org/55a7d8f956ff/-/imageshack.us/a/img5/4351/blackpanther28p10.jpg
https://p.dreamwidth.org/faa2b665691b/-/imageshack.us/a/img405/1919/blackpanther28p20.jpg

Interesting character work showing how they're different rulers and it was definitely some "you have to actually read it to understand it" material. The CBG method of comic browsing won't work with this comic. Lol.

[The Mule]

Very very nice reading. Was this collected somewhere? I'd happily put my hands on it.

[marker2037]

I highly recommend everyone read Sub-Mariner: The Depths for a great Namor story. Not to mention awesome painted art from Esad Ribic.

It was one of the number of awesome Marvel Knights miniseries they did about 7-8 years ago. Read X-Men: Magneto Testament while you're at it too ;)

[The Mule]

Thanks for the heads up mate, will surely look into it.
Testament is on the shelf on my left right now :D really enjoyed it.

[Peedi]

Very very nice reading. Was this collected somewhere? I'd happily put my hands on it.

I don't think it has although it seems more of this volume is making it to trades. There needs to be a Black Panther by Priest Omnibus because I'm buying it day 1.

I read it all with the Marvel Digital Unlimited Subscription.

[Northcollector]

I am a huge Namor fan, this is must have! Will be my first XM piece

[farhan]

Soooo getting this. Grail

[Force of Nature]

This looks truly awesome I must say! :buttrock:
I realize that Namor is not (directly) linked to the X-Men but AFAIK he definitely is the first mutant in the MU.
Seeing XM working on a statue of Namor does revive my hope that in the future we will see a Juggernaut statue of XM Studios (the situation with Juggernaut is reversed though compared to Namor: Juggernaut is not a mutant but he is related to the X-Men)

These are truly exciting times to be a fan and collector and I am happy to see that XM Studios is on a roll! :D

Rainer

[Peedi]

This looks truly awesome I must say! :buttrock:
I realize that Namor is not (directly) linked to the X-Men but AFAIK he definitely is the first mutant in the MU.
Seeing XM working on a statue of Namor does revive my hope that in the future we will see a Juggernaut statue of XM Studios (the situation with Juggernaut is reversed though compared to Namor: Juggernaut is not a mutant but he is related to the X-Men)

These are truly exciting times to be a fan and collector and I am happy to see that XM Studios is on a roll! :D

Rainer

If anything Namor is his own entity, periodically linked to different parts of Marvel. For years he was thought of as an FF character but he didn't start there. He was an X-Man for years though so at one point he had a direct link. An Avenger, too. That's probably how they can get away with doing Namor despite him having strong ties to FF and X-Men. I guess...?

[Vru]

If anything Namor is his own entity, periodically linked to different parts of Marvel. For years he was thought of as an FF character but he didn't start there. He was an X-Man for years though so at one point he had a direct link. An Avenger, too. That's probably how they can get away with doing Namor despite him having strong ties to FF and X-Men. I guess...?

This looks truly awesome I must say! :buttrock:
I realize that Namor is not (directly) linked to the X-Men but AFAIK he definitely is the first mutant in the MU.
Seeing XM working on a statue of Namor does revive my hope that in the future we will see a Juggernaut statue of XM Studios (the situation with Juggernaut is reversed though compared to Namor: Juggernaut is not a mutant but he is related to the X-Men)

These are truly exciting times to be a fan and collector and I am happy to see that XM Studios is on a roll! :D

Rainer


maybe this pic can explain the marvel rights... i'm not sure about Spiderman , as far I know the Spider Man right was buy back from marvel recently...

http://s2.postimg.org/xb1b3ln61/Cattura.jpg

[built2shred]

maybe this pic can explain the marvel rights... i'm not sure about Spiderman , as far I know the Spider Man right was buy back from marvel recently...

I believe Sony and Marvel came to an agreement that Marvel can use Spidey in group movies like "Civil War" and Sony can keep doing the solo Spider-Man movies. Hopefully this also means that Marvel will have some input on helping Sony do the solo movies.. because the last two kind of sucked..

[Swordsman]

maybe this pic can explain the marvel rights... i'm not sure about Spiderman , as far I know the Spider Man right was buy back from marvel recently...

http://s2.postimg.org/xb1b3ln61/Cattura.jpg

Do you have a much larger picture ? the picture can't be enlarged.

[loricstone]

I believe Sony and Marvel came to an agreement that Marvel can use Spidey in group movies like "Civil War" and Sony can keep doing the solo Spider-Man movies. Hopefully this also means that Marvel will have some input on helping Sony do the solo movies.. because the last two kind of sucked..

I don't understand why people said the last two Spiderman movies sucked. They didn't suck...in fact I thought they were very good movies, but there is something really special about the first two TM Spiderman movies that Sam Raimi directed years ago.

Spiderman 1 & 2 = Excellent
Spiderman 1 & 2 reboot = Good
Spiderman 3 = Gets better the more I watch it. Still the worst of 5.

[SideShowJoe]

The new spider mans movies are good the older ones with Toby McGuire not so much…

SJ

[built2shred]

The new spider mans movies are good the older ones with Toby McGuire not so much…

SJ

Blasphemy !!!! :psycho:

[SONICobra]

Spiderman 1 & 2 = Excellent
Spiderman 1 & 2 reboot = Good
Spiderman 3 = Gets better the more I watch it. Still the worst of 5.

spiderman 3 is unwatchable for me. the first amazing spiderman was really good, the last one with electro had good intentions but was completely over bloated and convoluted

also in regards to the above picture universal owns the rights to a hulk solo film

[Thor57]

Both Spider-man 3 and Amazing Spider-Man 2 are terrible. Spider-man 1 and 2, considering they were modeled pretty closely with the Ultimate Spider-Man, are near perfect. I could do with a different Green Goblin design, and Dunst is a great actress, but she was a bad choice for Mary Jane.

[Peedi]

I don't understand why people said the last two Spiderman movies sucked. They didn't suck...in fact I thought they were very good movies, but there is something really special about the first two TM Spiderman movies that Sam Raimi directed years ago.

Spiderman 1 & 2 = Excellent
Spiderman 1 & 2 reboot = Good
Spiderman 3 = Gets better the more I watch it. Still the worst of 5.

What don't you understand? People have different opinions. I think 3 is a mess but I have friends who love it, to each their own.

I like old 1&2 the most as well, but I'd mix elements from them all because they're all flawed. Essentially I'd use Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone's Peter & Gwen in Sam Raimi's world.

Both Spider-man 3 and Amazing Spider-Man 2 are terrible. Spider-man 1 and 2, considering they were modeled pretty closely with the Ultimate Spider-Man, are near perfect. I could do with a different Green Goblin design, and Dunst is a great actress, but she was a bad choice for Mary Jane.

:iagree: with the bold parts

[Vru]

I don't comment if spidey movie are good or not, but at least is the best Marvel franchise so far. even better then Hulk/thor/cap/ avenger and so on.

Only Batman movies have better income ( but it started more than 10 years earlier )

http://s8.postimg.org/4ybbnlzth/spider.jpg

[Thor57]

I don't comment if spidey movie are good or not, but at least is the best Marvel franchise so far. even better then Hulk/thor/cap/ avenger and so on.

Only Batman movies have better income ( but it started more than 10 years earlier )

http://s8.postimg.org/4ybbnlzth/spider.jpg

You're comparing an Avengers franchise with only 2 movies to Batman that has had 7 and Spider-Man who has had 5? Though, I don't think that Spidey figure takes Amazing 2 into account. None the less, 2 Avengers movies alone are just shy of the Spider Man numbers? You honestly think after Infinity War I and II it wont crush those Spider-Man figures? And if you gave them 3 more, they wouldn't match the Batman numbers? Hell, for example, just add the Iron Man movies 1-3 to the first 2 Avengers since he's the driving factor in the team flicks, and an early assumption of Infinity I and II numbers, and those 7 movies murder the Batman numbers.

Basically, a bit of context is needed with your post.

[Northcollector]

So how about that Namor statue.......

[Bullseye]

Those Spidey figures are wrong. It's made well over 2 billion with all five movies.

[Thor57]

Those Spidey figures are wrong. It's made well over 2 billion with all five movies.

Domestically only?

[Vru]

You're comparing an Avengers franchise with only 2 movies to Batman that has had 7 and Spider-Man who has had 5? Though, I don't think that Spidey figure takes Amazing 2 into account. None the less, 2 Avengers movies alone are just shy of the Spider Man numbers? You honestly think after Infinity War I and II it wont crush those Spider-Man figures? And if you gave them 3 more, they wouldn't match the Batman numbers? Hell, for example, just add the Iron Man movies 1-3 to the first 2 Avengers since he's the driving factor in the team flicks, and an early assumption of Infinity I and II numbers, and those 7 movies murder the Batman numbers.

Basically, a bit of context is needed with your post.

Yes, That's fine... but with avenger you are considering Thor, Iron man , Hulk, capitan america, black widows.... Vs Spiderman. Do you think is fair comparison?

Anyway i just reported the CURRENT numbers to explain that Sony picture doesn't need the marvel studio helps since the income for spidey is already big enough

What's happen in the future no one knows ;)

Those Spidey figures are wrong. It's made well over 2 billion with all five movies.

in this pic are reported just 3 of 5 movies posters, but the total income comes from all the Spiderman Movies (like batman )

[Thor57]

Domestically only?

Just went and looked them up. Domestically, its shy of 2 billion, let alone well over. Still respectable numbers.

[Thor57]

Yes, That's fine... but with avenger you are considering Thor, Iron man , Hulk, capitan america, black widows.... Vs Spiderman. Do you think is fair comparison?

Anyway i just reported the CURRENT numbers to explain that Sony picture doesn't need the marvel studio helps since the income for spidey is already big enough

What's happen in the future no one knows ;)



in this pic are reported just 3 of 5 movies posters, but the total income comes from all the Spiderman Movies (like batman )

1. I don't disagree Spider-Man is more popular than any Avenger save MAYBE Iron Man to the younger generations. But yeah, he crushes Thor, Cap and Hulk in popularity, but numbers are numbers and you started the dialogue, I just corrected it. Yes, they do need Marvel, because if you look at the numbers of Spider-Man recently, its way down compared to the earlier editions. It'd be like saying Batman didn't need Chris Nolan because Burtons Batman films did well. The later two were trainwrecks, and Nolan came in and righted that train.

2. Look at the dates. That number includes 4 Spider-Man movies as the cutoff is 2012, which is when Amazing was made. It does not include Amazing 2 however.

[Vru]

last message for the Spidey topic, I invaded enough the Namor's page

just for clarification:

http://s21.postimg.org/kxx3hjnfr/Spider.jpg

[Thor57]

Yeah, like I said, just shy of 2 billion. I personally think after 5 Avengers movies, they'll pass that. Not by a lot mind you, and that's no knock on Spider-Man. I enjoyed most of those movies. It just means us comic nerds are lucky as well that our favorite childhood heroes are in movies that make a crap ton of money.

[FJC]

This looks truly awesome I must say! :buttrock:
I realize that Namor is not (directly) linked to the X-Men but AFAIK he definitely is the first mutant in the MU.
Seeing XM working on a statue of Namor does revive my hope that in the future we will see a Juggernaut statue of XM Studios (the situation with Juggernaut is reversed though compared to Namor: Juggernaut is not a mutant but he is related to the X-Men)

These are truly exciting times to be a fan and collector and I am happy to see that XM Studios is on a roll! :D

Rainer

Namor was the 1st mutant for a long time. However, Marvel has changed that since the introduction of En Sabah Nur. Now we have the 1st mutant dating back to ancient Egyptian times. Apocalypse gets #1 billing nowadays.

[loricstone]

1. I don't disagree Spider-Man is more popular than any Avenger save MAYBE Iron Man to the younger generations. But yeah, he crushes Thor, Cap and Hulk in popularity, but numbers are numbers and you started the dialogue, I just corrected it. Yes, they do need Marvel, because if you look at the numbers of Spider-Man recently, its way down compared to the earlier editions. It'd be like saying Batman didn't need Chris Nolan because Burtons Batman films did well. The later two were trainwrecks, and Nolan came in and righted that train.

2. Look at the dates. That number includes 4 Spider-Man movies as the cutoff is 2012, which is when Amazing was made. It does not include Amazing 2 however.

The last one was a trainwreck. But the third one with Riddler and Two Face was my favorite in that early series of Batman films. I still remember seeing that at the Chinese Man Theater in Hollywood, CA when I was younger. Definitely my favorite of the four.

[Cali604]

The last one was a trainwreck. But the third one with Riddler and Two Face was my favorite in that early series of Batman films. I still remember seeing that at the Chinese Man Theater in Hollywood, CA when I was younger. Definitely my favorite of the four.

Riddler and Two-Face kinda funny when I saw it as a kid, although even than I thought how they kinda dropped the ball...saw it recently again and it was painful....cheesy line after cheesy line. It was beyond ridiculous. Bat suit with nipples SMH

New Spidermans were all over the place. Good overall casting...just weak storyline. Spiderman can achieve so much and Sony knows it.

As far as Namor goes, always hated him...more of an Aquaman fan....but this Namor statue looks sick. So impressive..that base will look glorious when the details come out

[Thor57]

The last one was a trainwreck. But the third one with Riddler and Two Face was my favorite in that early series of Batman films. I still remember seeing that at the Chinese Man Theater in Hollywood, CA when I was younger. Definitely my favorite of the four.

Nope. Terrible film. Bruce Wayne is dark and brooding while Batman is jokey? Gotham went from looking dark and depressing like it should to looking like Vegas with neon lights and glow sticks. Over acting from start to finish. That movie was more akin to a modernized homage to Adam West era Batman as opposed to what Batman had been since the 80's and Dark Knight Returns and Year One.

[loricstone]

Nope. Terrible film. Bruce Wayne is dark and brooding while Batman is jokey? Gotham went from looking dark and depressing like it should to looking like Vegas with neon lights and glow sticks. Over acting from start to finish. That movie was more akin to a modernized homage to Adam West era Batman as opposed to what Batman had been since the 80's and Dark Knight Returns and Year One.

It was not the Dark Knight Returns...nor was it trying to be...nor year one. If Schumacker was going for that, it would have been a phenomenal fail...but I think he was trying to blur the lines between campy Adam West Batman, Comic Batman and Burton's Batman. Like I said, the last failed miserably...but the third was my favorite out of the series. 6 things that had going for it which made it a standout.

Best Batman and Robin uniforms of the series.
Robin was a main character and was played pretty well I thought by Chris O Donnell.
Style (visuals) was cool as hell
Cool villains (I thought Jim Carey was awesome...and he was supposed to be over the top on purpose). Two Face makeup was lackluster, but TL did a fun job on him.
Great sound effects and cool music as well.
I personally like Val Kilmer the best of all Batmans in that series. However, I give MK best Bruce Wayne performance.

[Thor57]

I disagree with pretty much everything you said lol. We'll just have to agree to disagree on this one my friend.

[Northcollector]

Again, how about that Namor statue........

[Thor57]

It's the same it was weeks ago.

[Northcollector]

Oh I'm sorry I thought this was the Namor thread, my bad

[Demona]

Again, how about that Namor statue........

It's the same it was weeks ago.

Oh I'm sorry I thought this was the Namor thread, my bad

:hilarious::hilarious:


I scrolled back several pages trying to see if there was an update....couldn't find one.

[adee]

The concept for this piece is really awesome.
I wish SS went with their first concept for Aquaman.
The two of them would have made a killer display.

[The Mule]

The concept for this piece is really awesome.
I wish SS went with their first concept for Aquaman.
The two of them would have made a killer display.

Which one was their first Aquaman concept? I remember a teaser with the trident emerging from the water.
Btw, I guess it will be a couple weeks before we see the first raw 3D wips.

[PhoenixGz]

Guys the Prince is coming .......
Some wips on 1/4 SCALE Namor .... we are still working on the details .... stay tune....

http://s8.postimg.org/lqanli7lx/image.jpg

http://s27.postimg.org/se5f24asj/image.jpg

http://s1.postimg.org/z0o6zcuhb/image.jpg

http://s23.postimg.org/to5e1voe3/image.jpg

http://s4.postimg.org/pmi9san7x/image.jpg

[The Mule]

Amazing. Glad I put myself in line for this since the artwork was shown. It's being worked on by Avinash and he's an absolute beast.
Glad they seem to have ditched the other fishes jumping out of the water , and hope they'll go clear resin for the water effect.

[captoz]

Oooooh...wow. This looks amazing. The octopus will be huge from the looks of things. I am not a massive Namor fan, but even I am tempted by this one.

Guys the Prince is coming .......
Some wips on 1/4 SCALE Namor .... we are still working on the details .... stay tune....

http://s8.postimg.org/lqanli7lx/image.jpg

http://s27.postimg.org/se5f24asj/image.jpg

http://s1.postimg.org/z0o6zcuhb/image.jpg

http://s23.postimg.org/to5e1voe3/image.jpg

http://s4.postimg.org/pmi9san7x/image.jpg

[Bullseye]

Looks amazing.

[frenchyoutoo]

So far so excellent.

[Restinpieces]

I'm in :D

[Thor57]

I'm not feeling it as much as the art work. I can't put my finger on it though.

[Peedi]

I'm not feeling it as much as the art work. I can't put my finger on it though.

The arrangement of tentacles was "fiercer" in the artwork and the octopus' position was more vertical. The sculpt has the front tentacles layed out more neatly, and the octopus is positioned longer horizontally/across. The intensity of the drawing went down this way. The more realistic, darker octopus eye with lighter skin appearance (reversed) probably heightens this.

The positioning of Namor's torso in the sculpt also decreases the dramatics of the artwork. The artwork his right side is pulled back more, right shoulder slightly behind the right leg...he's pre-throw. The sculpt his shoulder isn't as far back, it's slightly more forward like he's started the throw already.

His right hand position has also been reversed. Overall, the octopus being stretched out and tentacles neatened, Namor's less dramatic stretch across his body, and the hand position decrease the aggressiveness of the artwork. Also, the missing swordfish. Some thought they overkill but they did at to the aggressiveness of the piece.

Still an amazing sculpt. If presented this at first there'd be no complaints. Just more "relaxed" than the original artwork. It went from "Giant Octopus statue with a Namor on top" to "Namor with a rather big octopus".

https://scontent-sin1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/12003269_1593497690870924_6382332622082448474_n.jpg?oh=cb9953825d0801037b186aa53c3232ba&oe=56758F44

http://s1.postimg.org/z0o6zcuhb/image.jpg

[Lawnknome]

Well from the sculpt and the art those are different angles Peedi. It could very well look more fierce if you rotated the sculpt to Namor's right just a bit. Then it would have the less horizontal look you are talking about. Also I think losing the fish is good, but that would be contributing to the less fierce look as well.

[SONICobra]

great looking sculpt, I love the concept - that base is going to be enormous :eek:

[AC_808]

Come on, XM!! Stay with your initial proportions! Namor looked great in your sneak peek. This...

"In the name of Father Neptune, now does Namor the First, Prince of Atlantis,
Emperor of the Deep, Lord of the Seven ...." XM FB

https://scontent-fra3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpt1/v/t1.0-9/11755209_1572323009655059_3773532412716810619_n.jpg?oh=fa4e0f52565647e84ec060f9c5364a3b&oe=56259CAA
https://scontent-fra3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/11701202_1572323042988389_9083797427184564894_n.jpg?oh=fe28dc87226c98818cf3da79b1515996&oe=5651D65F
https://scontent-fra3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/v/t1.0-9/11750732_1572323066321720_3261780066415527060_n.jpg?oh=54a0e2cf08e964ed016f4a9e3ae8d658&oe=561C9C93
https://scontent-fra3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/v/t1.0-9/11745746_1572323099655050_3070380991325782951_n.jpg?oh=81736d0116adeeddd5cef6b56a165006&oe=561FD964
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[AC_808]

Right now Namor's waist is too wide and his thighs are too short.

Come on, XM ....go back to your initial proportions! Please fix this!!

Guys the Prince is coming .......
Some wips on 1/4 SCALE Namor .... we are still working on the details .... stay tune....

http://s8.postimg.org/lqanli7lx/image.jpg

http://s27.postimg.org/se5f24asj/image.jpg

http://s1.postimg.org/z0o6zcuhb/image.jpg

http://s23.postimg.org/to5e1voe3/image.jpg

http://s4.postimg.org/pmi9san7x/image.jpg

[Thor57]

Right now Namor's waist is too wide and his thighs are too short.

Come on, XM ....go back to your initial proportions! Please fix this!!

That's what it is. That's why it wasn't clicking with me.

[StringKeyRhythm]

Body proportions are definitely off on this one.

[AC_808]

That's what it is. That's why it wasn't clicking with me.

Oh man ...I'm so taken aback right now. I thought this was going to be a slam dunk. In the latest pics, Namor's waist is twice the width of his head. And of course that makes his thighs look even shorter.

[ambasah]

the concept is great but not a big enough fan of the character.

[loricstone]

I'm not feeling it as much as the art work. I can't put my finger on it though.

Because you want the speedo version. :rolleyes:

That was a joke....maybe even a bad one. :o

[Thor57]

Well, the Speedo version would go better with the other classic interpretations of the Avengers at least. So, a little bit of truth in your jest! lol

[loricstone]

Oh man ...I'm so taken aback right now. I thought this was going to be a slam dunk. In the latest pics, Namor's waist is twice the width of his head. And of course that makes his thighs look even shorter.

My waist is twice the width of my head. So what are you trying to say?:thinking: Granted, I am built about the size of a 330 lb offensive tackle in football....so maybe not the greatest comparison...lol.

[Thor57]

You're not the king of Atlantis. We imperious Rexes are able to not be perfect. Yet Namor must maintain those washboard abs with an attractive waist to shoulder ratio if he's ever to steal Sue Storm from Reed!

[loricstone]

You're not the king of Atlantis. We imperious Rexes are able to not be perfect. Yet Namor must maintain those washboard abs with an attractive waist to shoulder ratio if he's ever to steal Sue Storm from Reed!

Lol....yeah I guess you are right. We imperious Rexes are able to not be perfect.

Quite honestly, I don't see the waist issue...or moreso the thigh issue? Please explain (cue Coneheads).

[Kovenor]

Im not seeing any waist issue or any body proportion issues looks fine.. but where the marlins at

[Lockdown]

Namor's lats muscles are huge, maybe that's what is causing the out of proportion relating to the rest of his body. Reminds me of Bruce Lee's back when he is flexing. Maybe have those muscles smaller a bit, even though competitive swimmers have long, large upper body and torso,and their lower half seems shorter.

[Thor57]

Lol....yeah I guess you are right. We imperious Rexes are able to not be perfect.

Quite honestly, I don't see the waist issue...or moreso the thigh issue? Please explain (cue Coneheads).

Namor's lats muscles are huge, maybe that's what is causing the out of proportion relating to the rest of his body. Reminds me of Bruce Lee's back when he is flexing. Maybe have those muscles smaller a bit, even though competitive swimmers have long, large upper body and torso,and their lower half seems shorter.

Lockdown has it. His wingspread is massive and there's very little separation between the bottom of his lats and his hips. It gives a very disproportionate look. I personally don't feel Namor should be that thick. He's a swimmer. Sure, his shoulders and delts would be insane, but his back shouldn't be that wide. His legs look a bit to short too. That could very well be the angle and the black background throwing it off. Being so squat and top heavy doesn't help dissuade that illusion though.

[AC_808]

http://s27.postimg.org/se5f24asj/image.jpg





https://scontent-fra3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/11701202_1572323042988389_9083797427184564894_n.jpg?oh=fe28dc87226c98818cf3da79b1515996&oe=5651D65F
https://scontent-fra3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xft1/v/t1.0-9/11750732_1572323066321720_3261780066415527060_n.jpg?oh=54a0e2cf08e964ed016f4a9e3ae8d658&oe=561C9C93



Best way to explain is to show a comparison. Although the first pic is a full body shot it's almost the same angle as the second pic, so you can see how big his waist is compared to his chest in that first pic. Now if you look at the second pic, his waist is nicely proportioned to his chest.

Namor is not built like a 330 lbs linebacker, IIRC, so I was expecting more of the second pic.

[Kovenor]

Yea im kinda seeing what u guys talking about now...

[Demona]

First things first -- I enjoy the base so much more without the marlins. They were too much. The badass Kracken is perfect. Unique, is a great representation of the character and is small! Keep it like this. I imagine the paint apps will pop. Smart move on this that less is more.

Now onto Namor. I agree with those who think he's looking short. Squatting or not, he's not proportioned correctly on his bottom half. This could be because his upper half looks roided out. I'm not sure why there was such a dramatic turn from the first render of just Namor to this, but please ponder the idea of going back to something resembling the orignal render.

If you'd like a swimmer to model Namor after, I suggest Christian Sprenger. He is a smokin hot Aussie Olympic swimmer. If I was Sue Richards, I'd leave Reed for him in a heatbeat :) And after googling their body stats, they are similar in stature!

[AC_808]

Also ...in addition, with a wide waist, the thighs are going to be wide, too ...since the thighs are connected to his waist. So that adds to the "short thighs" illusion.

[Comicbookguy]

First things first -- I enjoy the base so much more without the marlins. They were too much. The badass Kracken is perfect. Unique, is a great representation of the character and is small! Keep it like this. I imagine the paint apps will pop. Smart move on this that less is more.

Now onto Namor. I agree with those who think he's looking short. Squatting or not, he's not proportioned correctly on his bottom half. This could be because his upper half looks roided out. I'm not sure why there was such a dramatic turn from the first render of just Namor to this, but please ponder the idea of going back to something resembling the orignal render.

If you'd like a swimmer to model Namor after, I suggest Christian Sprenger. He is a smokin hot Aussie Olympic swimmer. If I was Sue Richards, I'd leave Reed for him in a heatbeat :) And after googling their body stats, they are similar in stature!

I like the Marlins. But still looks great! Not sure if I need this guy with so many coming. Was never a huge fan of this guy.

[The Mule]

Yup I pointed out a few of these things in a local forum, mostly the waist being a tad too wide. Namor is often depicted with huge lats (probably to increase the difference between torso and waist), so that part doesn't bother me. Super-ripped back, dunno, it depends on the paint app. Ant Man has similar back muscles and it's not disturbing.
Still, I'm loving it

[loricstone]

Yea im kinda seeing what u guys talking about now...

Same here. Waist should be about 10 waist size difference...if I understand correctly.

[Peedi]

Well from the sculpt and the art those are different angles Peedi. It could very well look more fierce if you rotated the sculpt to Namor's right just a bit. Then it would have the less horizontal look you are talking about. Also I think losing the fish is good, but that would be contributing to the less fierce look as well.

Different angles doesn't have anything to do with his shoulder being farther back in the artwork than the sculpt though.

I wouldn't expect the sculpt to look exactly like the artwork but I can see the differences and it has nothing to do with the angles.

But like I said, still a great concept/design.

[loricstone]

Ok so after looking at all the pics from all the angles shown...I can surmise that the waist is just about right. If there is any adjustment to it....it would only be the equivalent about 2 waist sizes....and even then...that's questionable. I will post a pic of the two angles that give a whole different perspective of the waist being too big and just about right.

http://i62.tinypic.com/saxoqv.jpg

Most agree or lean towards the waist being too big. But the next pic tells a little different story...at least to me.

http://i62.tinypic.com/11twoir.jpg

This pic the waist doesn't look nearly as wide. However, there may still be a little slimming down needed but nearly what I initially thought.

[Demona]

Wouldn't his back foot need to be flatter on the ocotpus to get more power behind his throw? This position looks like he has already thrown.

[Peedi]

Wouldn't his back foot need to be flatter on the ocotpus to get more power behind his throw? This position looks like he has already thrown.

I mentioned a few pages back I think he's started to throw in this pose, where the original art had his position more pre-throw. That's just how it looks to me.

But I have a comic where Namor single handedly dismantles a giant squid that was turned into a vampire (lol, that's comics for ya!). He probably doesn't need any support for more power to throw farther than any person in real life could ever possibly throw. Best believe that octopus he's on is just for show.

[davide87ita]

Xm1/4 scale namor done ...
Thanks to Avi for the awesome sculp.
Thanks to hive for the concept.

https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xla1/v/t1.0-9/12195754_1609490375938322_8554160174999878695_n.jpg?oh=5e64428b9a9faec54df9846ab4f87bc5&oe=56F7E6F8

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[GrumpyBear]

Don´t want to say it loud, but we go XM or fail on many pieces. Just amazing!

[chris14]

Yes..Agree, SS doesn't do anything like this..SS Namor looks S....d,

[Thor57]

That Octopus looks amazing. I still think a armor looks a little thick and squat lol, but I'll wait for paints for final judgement. As of now he looks good.

[Demona]

This thread is about to get a major bump. There is a pic of the printed piece on FB.

The base on this piece is amazing! I truly barely notice Namor it's so impressive.

The whole piece is HUGE

[Peedi]

Yup. They finally printed that cool octopus statue.

And they even kept the Namor on top.


https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/12705380_1644410352446324_3054442347983239750_n.jpg?oh=7f0a3e7954a01f244ff0e5fe011d6997&oe=5727C221

[Peedi]

Have to admit though I don't like the skin flaps over the tentacles on the print. It looked better before as "webs" between the tentacles. Not sure if the skin flap is more accurate to any actual species of octopus though.

Octopuses (octopi) are scary. Lol

[SONICobra]

thats one big squid

[khrisc]

something about the body proportion of Namor doesnt seem right for me..

[AC_808]

something about the body proportion of Namor doesnt seem right for me..

You're not the only one. This was pointed out and discussed when this statue was still in 3D rendering. The proportions haven't changed, so it seems XM is ok with the proportions.

[majestic1]

One of the many times an XM character is totally overwhelmed by the base.

This statue/diorama should be called Giant Octopus (featuring Namor)

[risingstar]

Yup. They finally printed that cool octopus statue.

And they even kept the Namor on top.


https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/12705380_1644410352446324_3054442347983239750_n.jpg?oh=7f0a3e7954a01f244ff0e5fe011d6997&oe=5727C221




Wow... lots of work put into this one... Looks amazing. While I do agree that it may look like "too much base" at first glance, I think once this statue is fully painted, you won't notice it as much. This is a remarkable piece. This is full on.

[frenchyoutoo]

Yeh proportions are abit funny to me aswell.
also thise flaps look a tad wierd and i thought XM would have gone with the suggestion peeps had with the water making it clearer as used with some other collectible piece (i dont know what from but it looked incredible).. ..surprised


floating front foot?

[SuperJ300]

This looks incredible!!!

[yipkusing]

Grail after Grail

[wanderlai]

Release the KRAKEN!

[Demona]

Have to admit though I don't like the skin flaps over the tentacles on the print. It looked better before as "webs" between the tentacles. Not sure if the skin flap is more accurate to any actual species of octopus though.

Octopuses (octopi) are scary. Lol

Those skin flaps are true design of octopi. It's harder to recognize that skin until the octopus moves, then you see how thin and it becomes the common image we see.

Octopi are amazing creatures. Highly intelligent and curious. They become bored in captivity so when they are kept at aquariums, biolosits will keep toys in with them and switch them out. Another interesting, yet sad fact, once a female octopus spawns, that is the end of her life. Her only role is to be born, grow and make more little baby octopi. If kept in captivity without mating, a female will live her full life span (maybe 5 years).

What I think is odd is that XM designed this to be an octopus, not a squid. Squid are the potentially larger and (Hi giant squid!) and are actually more violent in their eating habits than octopi (squid use their beak to eat live prey in chunks). The tenticles are also different, squids have hooks, octopi don't (both have suckers). Squid are also open ocean dwellers while octopi prefer caves.

Ok, enough marine biology time with Lindsey. It felt nice to use my degree there for a minute.


Statue fun fact: XM said that the base is TWICE as big as Lockjaw!!

[Demona]

One of the many times an XM character is totally overwhelmed by the base.

This statue/diorama should be called Giant Octopus (featuring Namor)

I actually kinda like it like that. Wouldn't we think it a little silly if he was standing on top of a small marine creature? Like, "that's the best you could summon to help you"?

I do think Namor is always so badass he doesn't need animal assistance, that's more of an Aquaman trait, but its such a badass base.

[khrisc]

You're not the only one. This was pointed out and discussed when this statue was still in 3D rendering. The proportions haven't changed, so it seems XM is ok with the proportions.

glad im not the only one..same with Thor upper body seems off..hope they can fix Namor at least..

[MrJones]

Grail after Grail

Release the KRAKEN!

My two thoughts one after another.

XM is seriously next level. I think I love these guys.

[loricstone]

glad im not the only one..same with Thor upper body seems off..hope they can fix Namor at least..

I quite honestly have no idea what you and AC see with proportions being off on this? I'm really, honestly clueless about why you feel that way....even with some of the early reasonings. I just don't see it.

Same thing with the Thor. Thor has always had a huge upper frame...and I see no issue with that either. Different strokes for different folks I guess.

All I can say is..."I hope to be happily enjoying this later this year. "

[loricstone]

Those skin flaps are true design of octopi. It's harder to recognize that skin until the octopus moves, then you see how thin and it becomes the common image we see.

Octopi are amazing creatures. Highly intelligent and curious. They become bored in captivity so when they are kept at aquariums, biolosits will keep toys in with them and switch them out. Another interesting, yet sad fact, once a female octopus spawns, that is the end of her life. Her only role is to be born, grow and make more little baby octopi. If kept in captivity without mating, a female will live her full life span (maybe 5 years).

What I think is odd is that XM designed this to be an octopus, not a squid. Squid are the potentially larger and (Hi giant squid!) and are actually more violent in their eating habits than octopi (squid use their beak to eat live prey in chunks). The tenticles are also different, squids have hooks, octopi don't (both have suckers). Squid are also open ocean dwellers while octopi prefer caves.

Ok, enough marine biology time with Lindsey. It felt nice to use my degree there for a minute.


Statue fun fact: XM said that the base is TWICE as big as Lockjaw!!

Damn are you serious?? King Kong aint got S#!T on me.
~ Denzel Washington - Training Day

And thanks for the biology lesson. I learn something new every day.

[toe]

I would like for XM to add the "wings"

http://img2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20131118213836/marveldatabase/images/3/37/Namor_McKenzie_(Heroes_Reborn)_(Earth-616)_001.jpg?w=600

[The SHOGUN]

Yup. They finally printed that cool octopus statue.

And they even kept the Namor on top.


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Really impressive details on his one.

Yet again, I find the art direction too ridiculous to take serious.

[madmanny]

Really impressive details on his one.

Yet again, I find the art direction too ridiculous to take serious.

What? are you taking comics serious?

[loricstone]

Especially from someone that can control sea life according to the comics. Shogun, if I am not mistaken...appreciates more simple posed statues. I know he is a huge 1:1 bust fan (PCS has done some spectacular busts)....so my guess is that the more extravagant concepts and statues is overkill.

I don't mean to put words in Shogun's mouth...but that is the impression I have gotten. Nothing wrong that btw...I am just the exact opposite. Don't care for busts and love busier, complex statues, especially when its warranted.

[The SHOGUN]

Especially from someone that can control sea life according to the comics. Shogun, if I am not mistaken...appreciates more simple posed statues. I know he is a huge 1:1 bust fan (PCS has done some spectacular busts)....so my guess is that the more extravagant concepts and statues is overkill.

I don't mean to put words in Shogun's mouth...but that is the impression I have gotten. Nothing wrong that btw...I am just the exact opposite. Don't care for busts and love busier, complex statues, especially when its warranted.

Namor is my homeboy. I adore the Namor vs Iron Man dio by SS and the water effect on that piece is sooooo cool, highlighting his attributes while creating a cool display. To date my favorite Namor is Joe Jusko's and probably will be until the end of time.

I like simple and complex - dynamic statues. What I want to see is DEFINITIVE end all be all representations of the characters I love. As awesome as the sculpting is I find it to be just too adventurous ...kinda like an gorgeous yet impractical "Sunday" car.

[AC_808]

I quite honestly have no idea what you and AC see with proportions being off on this? I'm really, honestly clueless about why you feel that way....even with some of the early reasonings. I just don't see it.

Same thing with the Thor. Thor has always had a huge upper frame...and I see no issue with that either. Different strokes for different folks I guess.

All I can say is..."I hope to be happily enjoying this later this year. "

Its all to do with expectation. How you expect Namor to look like. Obviously, this statue of Namor meets your expectation, so you are OK with it.

On the other hand, it doesn't meet my expectation. XM Studios' first rendering meets my expectation more. This one:
http://www.hidefninja.com/community/data/attachments/165/165399-d49dd691550c7f2368e4077eb51c8804.jpg

Notice how his waist is smaller. His Obliques are more vertical and goes up before it meets his Lats on his left side. And notice how his Obliques are also vertical and goes up before it meets his rib line on his right side. That's how I wanted Namor to look like.

There's a big difference to this one:
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In this current version, his Lats meet his Obliques much too low for my taste. His waist is much too wide for my taste as well. And that's just my preference. If you like it, then good for you.

[built2shred]

Its all to do with expectation. How you expect Namor to look like. Obviously, this statue of Namor meets your expectation, so you are OK with it.

On the other hand, it doesn't meet my expectation. XM Studios' first rendering meets my expectation more. This one:
http://www.hidefninja.com/community/data/attachments/165/165399-d49dd691550c7f2368e4077eb51c8804.jpg

Notice how his waist is smaller. His Obliques are more vertical and goes up before it meets his Lats on his left side. And notice how his Obliques are also vertical and goes up before it meets his rib line on his right side. That's how I wanted Namor to look like.

There's a big difference to this one:
https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xla1/v/t1.0-9/12195754_1609490375938322_8554160174999878695_n.jpg?oh=5e64428b9a9faec54df9846ab4f87bc5&oe=56F7E6F8

In this current version, his Lats meet his Obliques much too low for my taste. His waist is much too wide for my taste as well. And that's just my preference. If you like it, then good for you.

I agree with you 100%, they need to rework his body...

[loricstone]

Not familiar too much with obliques (I tried to research online...but too many pictures showing different things).

The waistline issue appears to look the same in both pics you posted. Draw a line from the edge of his waist straight up to his shoulder / collar area and it looks damn near identical...although the poses are different so hard to really tell.

Ah well, it is what it is.

[AC_808]

Its cool, loric. You'll have the Namor statue that appeals to you.

For me, I'll just wait for another one. One that'll appeal to me.

[AC_808]

I agree with you 100%, they need to rework his body...

Thanks, B2S.

And if they don't rework his body, then I'm fine with it. Another statue of Namor is going to come along ...or a custom one will.

[built2shred]

It might be the camera angle, but his body just looks to disproportionate... for some reason his body reminds me a little bit of Prime 1's Starcreams body.. other then that the octopus looks amazing...

http://www.sideshowtoy.com/assets/products/902215-starscream/lg/902215-starscream-003.jpg

[evil_ken]

i hope xm will fix this soon, i can't wait to see it painted

[GrumpyBear]

OMG look at this BAAAAAAAASE!!!! :jawd:

"Look what is coming....Enjoy.." XM Studios Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/xmstudios/)

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[loricstone]

Oh double joy!!!

[Northcollector]

I still have no idea how to get my hands on these XM pieces, anyone with some advise?

[evil_ken]

I still have no idea how to get my hands on these XM pieces, anyone with some advise?

Make friends with more Asians especially those from Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore also don't forget to treat them Dinner once in a while HEHEHEHE

[Crazy 88]

If we can sort out shipping and payments, I can help.

[Restinpieces]

OMG look at this BAAAAAAAASE!!!! :jawd:

"Look what is coming....Enjoy.." XM Studios Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/xmstudios/)

https://scontent-frt3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xaf1/v/t1.0-9/12821509_1650319131855446_4213402985271639477_n.jpg?oh=268cd430411f78aa6d72a90d4d73afc5&oe=5768E70F

:jawd::jawd::jawd:

[GrumpyBear]

"Namor...... see you in STGCC" XM Studios Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/xmstudios/?fref=nf)

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[Khufu]

Looking good! That water effect and octopus texture looks amazing (at least the water portion we can see).

[loricstone]

texture on Octopus looks amazing. I would like to see some type of water shimmer type effect on Namor's skin...similar to the sweat look on the Prototypez Ryu paint up (looks amazing btw).

I think this is the next step in the paint app evolution of XM...details that enhance or add depth to an otherwise phenomenal statue. I would also like XM to start using clear resin for any and all future water parts in their future statues. With that being said, I love this Namor.

I feel the eye of the octopus can use some more detail and give it a real looking type eye. It should not be painted a monochromatic color. Where are the marine biologists around here when you need them? Demona? Don't you dabble in that field somewhat? :laugh:

[lucifixion]

I feel the eye of the octopus can use some more detail and give it a real looking type eye. It should not be painted a monochromatic color. Where are the marine biologists around here when you need them? Demona? Don't you dabble in that field somewhat? :laugh:

Cephalopod eyes really don't have the details you are looking for. While they do have lenses, the development of their eyes is very different, but they should definitely be pretty black at the center.

[Demona]

Yea, the eye is not even close to right. The eyes are usually a silver/grey with speckles of their skin tone mixed in. The pupil jet black like an ink spot, and can be round but also straighten out which I think looks really cool.

XM had the eye designed correctly in the 3D render (see post 152) but have not translated that over to the actual sculpt. I have no idea why that would be the case, but it should be fixed as it would serve two functions:

1. be cephalopod anatomically correct
2. break up all the brownish/red and add a focal point to the octopus

The textures all over this pieces are really cool! And I love the color green of Namor's suit. I can't wait to see the whole piece -- the octopus alone is amazeballs.

I can't see how diehard Namor fans could pass on this piece.

[frenchyoutoo]

texture on Octopus looks amazing. I would like to see some type of water shimmer type effect on Namor's skin...similar to the sweat look on the Prototypez Ryu paint up (looks amazing btw).

I think this is the next step in the paint app evolution of XM...details that enhance or add depth to an otherwise phenomenal statue. I would also like XM to start using clear resin for any and all future water parts in their future statues. With that being said, I love this Namor.

I feel the eye of the octopus can use some more detail and give it a real looking type eye. It should not be painted a monochromatic color. Where are the marine biologists around here when you need them? Demona? Don't you dabble in that field somewhat? :laugh:

indeed good points. How about a shimmer on the octopus? Its also just come out of the water ahouldnt it also look wet?
Paint app and water from what we can see look mighty fine

[MrJones]

I agree with the shimmer you all speak of on the Octopus. I imagine it will be there. This is going to be yet another example of how XM kicks it up a notch. Even though I won't be getting anything, I'm very excited for STGCC to see all of these full reveals!

[lucifixion]

Thinking about it while looking at the picture again for the eye, other than adding the black I mentioned, if they just put a half circle of translucent material inside the cavity, it would be a total winner there. Kind of like half a clear marble, if you see what I am saying. That would look amazing and be pretty cheap to produce. There's no need to see the lid.

[It's Sisko]

Here's my video of Namor. This was one of my favourites as well, although I like big bases!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wJVATgKYbE

[loricstone]

Thanks for the video of this. Namor is one of my favorites from the show. Great concept AND execution. I would like to see if possible some wetness to the paint application on the Octopus and and little on the feet of Subby to give it the effect of just coming out of the ocean. A little touch like that can really push the details to the extreme.

[It's Sisko]

Thanks for the video of this. Namor is one of my favorites from the show. Great concept AND execution. I would like to see if possible some wetness to the paint application on the Octopus and and little on the feet of Subby to give it the effect of just coming out of the ocean. A little touch like that can really push the details to the extreme.

Yes I agree, and several other people mentioned that at the show too. There is a light gloss on the octopus but that's all. Regardless, he was one of my favourites.

[GrumpyBear]

Pictures from Arya Pradana at ICC 2016

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[XMAN]

This is another spectacular piece.......would love to get it ...but I have to be realistic ....can't buy everything:itsb:...best thing for me is to stay away from this thread.

[GrumpyBear]

Picture from Darwis Lim Toys Photography at ICC 2016
(Smartphone shoot)

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Picture from Darwis Lim Toys Photography at ICC 2016
(Camera shoot)

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[GrumpyBear]

Pictures from Mandalore the Collector at ICC 2016

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[Subby1938]

The XM Namor is def something I'm going to try and acquire. No doubt because of this Kraken sized base the E.S. Will be much smaller than normal run. The character deserves respect as one of the first hero/antiheroes ever. Much darker and complicated than Aquaman . It should be an instant sellout

[Subby1938]

I do hope he gets a better facial expression though!

[VS1976]

Can't XM not make ginormous bases??

[Y3E]

This is one of the best representation of Namor in statue form I have have ever seen. The face is well done but agree a bit more expression would be better, still not a deal breaker.

The base is crazy (in a good way) and a great concept and definitely adds to the statue, but will take a lot of shelf space.

[GrumpyBear]

Picture from Alex Huang at SHCC 2016

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[Subby1938]

I've been collecting Submariner Comics and key appearances for years id love this piece for my collection. It's only XM next to a Spiderman I'd consider.

[crimsinwing1989]

Can't XM not make ginormous bases??
Though i don't own an XM piece thats the thing i love most about them are their massive bases.

[Redpower]

:cool:Though i don't own an XM piece thats the thing i love most about them are their massive bases.

















time to get one you dig one day :)

[davide87ita]

From XM fb page

"The King of the Seven Seas, Sub-Mariner, Lord of the Seven Seas has never been more majestically presented! Confidently striding atop a Giant Octopus, this is the perfect imposing display center piece for any Namor fan! Due to the large size and foot print, we are only producing 388 ES of this beauty, one of the lowest ES of our Marvel line yet. Retail price at SGD1,050 and open for PO on the Friday 17th Feb 2017 at 00:00 Singapore Time Zone (Remember it is the Thursday Midnight leading to Friday morning)."

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[Swordsman]

almost 27kg and es only 388

[Demona]

If I loved Namor -- this would be mine. It's a stunner. I love the base

[Mr. Nice Guy]

that base.

[NorthernLadMSP]

Such an odd ES. Why not just an even 400?

[Vpuik]

Such an odd ES. Why not just an even 400?

I'm guessing because the breakeven point is 387.

[Force of Nature]

I could not agree more Demona.
The statue is a stunning piece of art and I love the design of Namor standing on that enormous octopus.
It's an amazing piece and it has a limited ES; I therefore suspect that this statue will become a rare and sought after commodity after it's released.

Good job XM Studios; somehow you keep hitting homeruns! :D

Rainer


If I loved Namor -- this would be mine. It's a stunner. I love the base

[Mr.Knight]

Looks really funny >.< Who paints these? Who ruined this beautiful statue with that paint job?

[Iko Iko]

I like this and love the base. Unfortunately, I am not a huge Namor fan but if I was, I'd really go after this one. And a really low ES too.

[GrumpyBear]

Looks really funny >.< Who paints these? Who ruined this beautiful statue with that paint job?

What do you mean, tell us more. ;)

[Mr.Knight]

What do you mean, tell us more. ;)

You have one of the greatest creatures on this planet when it comes to color and you pick brown?

[GrumpyBear]

I think it was the best color option with the black suit from Namor. I mean that the concentration is still on Namor. I know XM like to color it that way.

[Cali604]

I think the Black costume contrasts very well with the Octopus. Namor stands out, imo it works.

[iceprince_x]

I think a reddish and orangey color will also work and makes a sharper contrast with the black and silver costume. I do love how they made this piece.

[loricstone]

You have one of the greatest creatures on this planet when it comes to color and you pick brown?

What color would you have picked? I thought Octopus come in various colors...green, gray, pink, brown.

[iceprince_x]

The octopus's camouflage is aided by certain specialized skin cells which can change the apparent color, opacity, and reflectivity of the epidermis. Chromatophores contain yellow, orange, red, brown, or black pigments; most species have three of these colors, while some have two or four.
Octopus - Wikipedia

[Demona]

I have no issue with the color of the octopus. While they can change color to suit their environment, when caught in fishing nets they usually display themselves in brown tones depicted in the statue.

I'm sure that is where XM took their imagery from that scenario, as well as the fact that Namor stands out on the neutral color of his minion.

Plus the water tones stand out more with him being brown. It's a beautiful piece.

[candyrocket786]

For some reason when I saw the sculpt, I though the Octopus was surrounded by seaweed and other ocean greenery.

[StatueArt]

You have one of the greatest creatures on this planet when it comes to color and you pick brown?

Maybe i'm brain damage......all the while I thought Octopus should be brownish in color.....u enlightened me:crazy:

[Zombiez]

This is a beautiful statue but it could have been so much better. octopus can change color and texture so xm could have really made this look more spectacular if they did some more research

[Remember Me?]

You have one of the greatest creatures on this planet when it comes to color and you pick brown?

I would have prefer the Octopus or Karken to be red. Brown is such a tone down color, which affects the overall feeling of the statue. You have Namor in a dynamic pose, the Karken coming out of the water (Which is pretty cool) and the Karken is brown...oooooookay. If the Karken is red, it would show that he is pissed\angry and ready to fight. This is just my take on it. Unfortunately, I am not a big Namor fan to buy this statue.

There is something regarding about Namor's costume that bothers me. It's too plain and simple compared to XM Cable or Magneto....maybe on par with XM Thor.

[Mr.Knight]

I would have prefer the Octopus or Karken to be red. Brown is such a tone down color, which affects the overall feeling of the statue. You have Namor in a dynamic pose, the Karken coming out of the water (Which is pretty cool) and the Karken is brown...oooooookay. If the Karken is red, it would show that he is pissed\angry and ready to fight. This is just my take on it. Unfortunately, I am not a big Namor fan to buy this statue.

There is something regarding about Namor's costume that bothers me. It's too plain and simple compared to XM Cable or Magneto....maybe on par with XM Thor.

Exactly. Tawny or Sangria if you want to go red.

[loricstone]

I would have prefer the Octopus or Karken to be red. Brown is such a tone down color, which affects the overall feeling of the statue. You have Namor in a dynamic pose, the Karken coming out of the water (Which is pretty cool) and the Karken is brown...oooooookay. If the Karken is red, it would show that he is pissed\angry and ready to fight. This is just my take on it. Unfortunately, I am not a big Namor fan to buy this statue.

There is something regarding about Namor's costume that bothers me. It's too plain and simple compared to XM Cable or Magneto....maybe on par with XM Thor.

That's pretty much how it's always been. Namor has never been an opulent character like say Dr. Doom with an extravangant armor design. You lost me on that...maybe that's one of the reasons why you not a Namor fan?:thinking:

[Remember Me?]

That's pretty much how it's always been. Namor has never been an opulent character like say Dr. Doom with an extravangant armor design. You lost me on that...maybe that's one of the reasons why you not a Namor fan?:thinking:

I never liked Namor to begin with. Same goes for Moonlight, but I am interested to see how the statue comes out for XM.

[davide87ita]

Well the namor box is very light.. only 43kg

[GrumpyBear]

Marvel: Namor 1/4 Statue

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"Here is the answer to your demands. Compromise...? Never."

XM Studios is excited to present our next Marvel Premium Collectibles series statue, Namor! The Sub-Mariner and King of Atlantis is immortalized in amazingly detailed 1:4 scale cold-cast porcelain. Each painstakingly handcrafted statue is individually hand-painted with the highest possible quality finish. The Lord of the Seven Seas is perched atop a Giant Octopus, brandishing a golden spear in a regal pose. Collect Namor, Hulk and Dr Strange to form your own Defenders Team!

Namor's father, American seaman Leonard McKenzie, embarked on an expedition to Antarctica in 1920. During the journey, McKenzie had to set explosive charges to break up ice floes in the ship's path, unaware that Atlantis lay beneath the waters. Atlantean Emperor Thakorr commanded his daughter Fen to investigate the cause of the explosions. In a strange twist of fate, Fen and McKenzie quickly fell in love and were married. Afterwards, Fen returned to Atlantis. Nine months later, Namor was born the first known Homo sapien - Homo mermanus hybrid. The Sub-Mariner was a founding member of the loosely knit group of heroes known as the Defenders, brought together with Doctor Strange and the Hulk.


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[NEMISIS PRIME]

Ordered!!Dammit I hate you Xm!!!!!

[StatueArt]

Ordered!!Dammit I hate you Xm!!!!!

You made the right choice:D

[NEMISIS PRIME]

You made the right choice:D

I was trying to stick to my spidey line but knew I wasn't going to resist the classic iron didn't want him to stand alone so bought the xm honorary cap saw him and black panther was friends so bought xm black panther and decided might as well do an xm avengers line so namor sense I'm starting an xm 1/4 x men line starting with cable and weapon x...it all makes sense:crazy:

[WolverineFan]

I have a question, if you go to the xm studios website and pre order something will they ship it to the United States and if so do you guys usually know for how much?

[NEMISIS PRIME]

I have a question, if you go to the xm studios website and pre order something will they ship it to the United States and if so do you guys usually know for how much?

Nope they don't have an international license you'll have to find a trustworthy Singaporean connect

[WolverineFan]

Nope they don't have an international license you'll have to find a trustworthy Singaporean connect

That's what I thought. Thanks for letting me know. Any advice on who's trustworthy I can pre order this from?

[NEMISIS PRIME]

That's what I thought. Thanks for letting me know. Any advice on who's trustworthy I can pre order this from?

Collectors say Facebook BST group but I prefer XM studios community on facebook think it's an actual thread of trusted resellers