By KansasBrawler When Hasbro created the Crimson Shadow Guard set during the end of the Valor Vs. Venom era, I was pretty unimpressed. It was just six Crimson Guards decked out in black and carrying ninja weapons for reasons that were never adequately explained in the filecard. I wasn’t really…
Yes, it's a two-fer tonight. Why? Because I just couldn't bring myself to cover two incredibly similar figures separately. Some of the decision rests with my feelings on the quality of the figures themselves, and their vehicle. Let's get to it then, shall we? I promise this won't hurt--much. First…
We're down to the final figure in the Desert Duel set, and we saved the best for last. Okay, maybe not. However, I do find myself being more impressed with this figure than I initially thought. The Elite Horseman comes to us as the driver of the new Cobra Basilisk.…
One is neat. As an army builder, this design was overkill, though. But, really, what is this guy? Is he a ceremonial guardsman with the sword? A tactical commando with the vest? Or an extension of the Elite Troopers? I get trying to pack as much into sparse figure releases as possible. But, if the cost is the character’s identity, it’s probably not worth it.
He looks “tacticool” & paint apps were cost-effective, but was anyone really big on the Shadow Guard in the first place? At least this time he didn’t come with nunchuks or a single arrow. Packing him with Gung Ho was a mistake though; army builder 2-packs are the way to go. Or maybe Letal is right: this guy is a single Elite Officer facing off against the Great Gyrene.
No real interest with this figure. Sold him on the ‘bay and paid for the two pack. I like the concept of the CG’s but not so interested in the figures. Too tough to troop build as well.
Yeah–how long till we see a Python Patrol version?
One is neat. As an army builder, this design was overkill, though. But, really, what is this guy? Is he a ceremonial guardsman with the sword? A tactical commando with the vest? Or an extension of the Elite Troopers? I get trying to pack as much into sparse figure releases as possible. But, if the cost is the character’s identity, it’s probably not worth it.
He looks “tacticool” & paint apps were cost-effective, but was anyone really big on the Shadow Guard in the first place? At least this time he didn’t come with nunchuks or a single arrow. Packing him with Gung Ho was a mistake though; army builder 2-packs are the way to go. Or maybe Letal is right: this guy is a single Elite Officer facing off against the Great Gyrene.
Darth Crimsonguard
No real interest with this figure. Sold him on the ‘bay and paid for the two pack. I like the concept of the CG’s but not so interested in the figures. Too tough to troop build as well.
Nice looking figure, I like him! The various accessories help build a uniquely kitted-out team.