Daily Archives: 09/03/2015

Halo Toy Review: McFarlane Halo 5 Guardians Action Figure- Spartan Fred

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It’s been a little while since I’ve had the opportunity to review a McFarlane Halo action figure. Now thankfully, the first series of the Halo 5 Guardians McFarlane figures have started hitting retail shelves in my area and I was lucky enough to score a few of them.

This is the first of three over the next couple of days. Besides Fred here, I’ll also have reviews for Spartan Tanaka and Locke, both of Fireteam Osiris!

Okay, let’s get on with the review!

Technical Specifications:
Articulation:
• Ball Joint Head
• Ball Joint Shoulders
• Ball Joint Elbows
• Ball Joint Wrists
• Swivel Chest
• Limited Ball Joint hips
• Hinge Knees
• Limited Ball Joint Ankles
Accessories: DMR (Designated Marksman Rifle), Magnum
Additional Contents: REQ Pack sheet (Requisition Pack) This sheet has a code on one side that you can redeem for Halo 5 Guardians in-game content. The content redeemed for varies from code to code.
Cost: $13-17 (US) depending on where you buy it at retail
Availability: Mass Retail (I purchased mine at Toys R Us)

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Art of Halo 5 Guardians book, NEW Page PICS!

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With Halo 5 Guardians game release quickly approaching, there is much related merchandise to be had. The Art of Halo 5 Guardians, is one such piece. Amazon has released a few pages from within.

Here’s the official blurb of the book:

In Halo 5: Guardians, game developer 343 Industries continues to enthrall fans worldwide with the exploits of the legendary Spartan super soldier, the Master Chief, as well as new characters in the Halo® universe, including Agent Jameson Locke and others. This deluxe art book chronicles the creative and breathtaking art of the worlds, vehicles, and characters of Halo 5: Guardians, with exclusive details behind the creation of returning characters, such as the Arbiter and the Master Chief himself. Complete with commentary from 343 Industries, The Art of Halo 5: Guardians is the ultimate exploration of the intricate creature design and groundbreaking gameplay that define the Halo experience.

Here’s the cover again to refresh your memory:

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Halo Toy Review: Mega Bloks Scorpion Sting

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Mega Bloks Scorpion Sting

Technical Specifications:
Build Time: 45 minutes sorting; 2 hours building (your building time may vary)
Set Piece Count: 616
Minifigs: Storm Elite (Blue armor), Red Protector Spartan; Spartan Buck (Hal 5 Guardians)
Weapons: Covenant Storm Rifle, SMG, Assault Rifle
Accessories: Covenant Plasma turret
Special Features: Cockpit hatch opens/close; manned turret turns 360; main cannon assembly turns 360; cannon pivots up and down; rear hatch has two doors that open/close
Cost: $65 (US)

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