Summary
Sculpt: 10
Narins sculpt here is nothing to scoff at. The detail and poise of this breathes life into the savagery of the Predator. From the environmental base to the trophies on his shoulders there is no inch left without interpretation of this hunter gone bad.
Paint & Mixed Media: 8.5
Though the controversy on the paint application being duller than what Sideshows pictures would lead you to believe it still does it justice. Yes some of the colors are not as vibrant as what they could have been or were pictured namely the green blood and the darker skin tone. The flecks on his skin are a little abundant in spots and could have been thinned out and blended with a little better quality.
There are some sloppy lines and areas that are devoid of proper color carry through such as under his neck. The bones on his dreads are pure white and could use some low-lights as well but over all i think the paint application scores above mediocre.
Design: 9.5
The overall design of the Predator Bad Blood holds true to his species in feel, look and presence. For the amount of detail and small parts it holds remarkably in tact. It is balanced well and is a ease to put together. All the joints are seamless and tight. It is however a chore to pack him back up. I had to modify the styrofoam as to be sure his dreads would not break as one was broken off when i received him.
Production & Build Quality: 8.0 Production wise I think the factory did a pretty good gob here. No oddly bent weapons or hassles with pegs or pieces fitting. The paint app as i mentioned was a liitle sloppy in some areas but overall clean and easy to touch up even for a novice. Fully sculpted with balance throughout.
OVERALL: 9.0
