Review date: 1/1/2005

Manufacturer: Shockertoys

Released: 2004

Availability: RARE

Type: Figure

 
 
Personal Story:
I was offered this figure from Shockertoys after I requested something to review from them. I'm not a huge fan of these types of figures but it was different so I'm happy they sent me some samples to review. Thanks Geoff!
 
Introduction:
This is a Custom Shockini figure. This particular version was given away at conventions and to fellow toy reviewers. It was not available for sale from what I know.
 

Sculpt:
There isn't a lot to mention from the way it looks. But the sculpt is actually pretty good. Since these were made to be customized, a lot of details were left out to the collector or customizer. Like I said, I'm not a big fan of these types of robot-style figures but the articulation is pretty well done. You can swivel the parts around and it has a nice variety of movement. I really like the tightness of the joints. It gives it a sense of weight and value. I can't help but compare this figure to Art Asylum's Minimates or those weird Stikfa figures. It's simple but it's unique. It also came with a simple stand.
 

Paint:
None. Well, it uses a plain white color. This was made to be painted over so there's nothing for me to review here.

 
Overall: C
This is not a kind of figure I'm interested in but I've seen plenty of awesome customs that were made with these Shockinis. I'm sure if you like these types of block figures or if you like customizing figures, then this would be a great figure to check out. It's definitely fun to play with.
 

Where can I find this?
I was told by Shockertoys that this particular figure isn't made anymore so you won't find it anywhere. Check out their site for the new versions.
 
Other Images:


Figure in packaging.

 


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