NECA TMNT Mirage Comics 4-Pack Review

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  • Опубліковано 18 жов 2024

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  • @dknight121212
    @dknight121212 Рік тому +2

    The initials for each turtle is on the underside of their heads

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      Really?? Checking now.....UNREAL! You are correct my friend, the mystery is solved!! So apparently not only did NECA pack them in the wrong spots, but they also screwed it up in pictures on the back of the box! Unbelievable!!

    • @ozSpiral
      @ozSpiral 7 місяців тому

      Knight has a good eye. Thanks that mystery was already bugging me.

  • @PhillipTajalle
    @PhillipTajalle Рік тому +3

    These are based off the Mirage TMNT comics 19-21, called “Return to New York”. Raphael goes back to New York by himself with that hood and the arm band you see. Which is the cover to issue 19. These comics also had the other recent Mirage figures. Triceraton and the clone Shredders. That’s Shredder’s body floating on the raft in the interior art. Kevin Eastman did the pencil layouts, and Jim Lawson redrew those.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      I need to check out that story. Thanks for the info!

    • @ozSpiral
      @ozSpiral 7 місяців тому

      He really knows TMNT

  • @michaelmulligan8527
    @michaelmulligan8527 Рік тому +2

    If you pop their heads off, they have their initials embedded underneath right above the peg hole. Raph is 2nd from the left in the group shot though because his shell is more beat up and he looks meaner... but I guess the best part of this set is you've got 4 interchangeable expressions to work with as the heads fit on each of the bodies.
    Great review! Thanks for putting it up!

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      No problem and thanks! I was just reading that someone said the same thing about the letters in the heads, so apparently NECA messed up the packing order AND the photos on the back, LOL!

  • @NerdInGeneral
    @NerdInGeneral Рік тому +3

    And Raph is the one that has the beat up front shell. Makes sense because Raph is always the one that goes head in first to every fight without thinking hence him getting roughed up more.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      Even though the reasoning makes sense there are lots of contradicting evidence, including pics on the back of the package that suggest otherwise... It's a bit of a mystery at this point!

  • @Spongemonkey26
    @Spongemonkey26 Рік тому +3

    Props for using the NES TMNT music.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +3

      Thanks! Hopefully that underwater stage music doesn't trigger anyone, I absolutely hated that level as a kid, LOL!

  • @poptoyphotos5175
    @poptoyphotos5175 Рік тому +3

    Raph is actually the second from the left -- he's "dirtier" because he's more "rough N tumble." The extra arm with the bandage is for him, and will help differentiate.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      Even though the reasoning makes sense there are lots of contradicting evidence, including pics on the back of the package that suggest otherwise... It's a bit of a mystery at this point!

  • @michaelkawano1951
    @michaelkawano1951 Рік тому +1

    Nice video! How did you safely heat up the figures for posing?

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching! Usually I use warm/hot water but I'm cautious with NECA figures because they tend to use a different kind of plastic than Hasbro or even Valaverse. So for these guys I used hot air from my space heater that i use in my basement. Some people use hair dryers for a similar effect.

  • @LemonMeerkat230
    @LemonMeerkat230 Рік тому +2

    These figures look awesome. TMNT is the best. Great review man. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🐢🐢🐢🐢

  • @traviswilcox3472
    @traviswilcox3472 Рік тому +2

    Nice Review. These are a MUST have for me, I grew up reading the comics based on the artwork.
    Have no Neca TMNT yet but now I will, if I can find them.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Yeah I'm blown away at how cool these guys look and feel... such a satisfying purchase! Here's the DPCI (323-07-9745) ! Thanks for watching!

  • @Justmenesto2
    @Justmenesto2 Рік тому +2

    They look great! Yeah, pretty confusing on which one is Raph. I'd pick the one with more scratches just cuz lol. Your custom Batman looks awesome. Hey, did you notice that your Mikey has no tail?

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for having a look at the video my guy! So, yeah when I was doing the video and showing the backs of Raph and Mikey his tail fell off (you can hear it hit the table, lol) I was able to put it back in though. The tails are kind of weird, they're tiny and you can't do much with them, but I guess they are anatomically correct on these anthropomorphic ninja turtles...so there's that I guess, LOL! In fairness I also saw some of the artwork from these comics and they were drawn with this tiny tails so NECA probably wanted them to be as close to the artwork as possible.

    • @Justmenesto2
      @Justmenesto2 Рік тому +1

      @@datamag2018 I went back to watch that part. I saw the tail fall from your hands and hit the table! Hahaha!

  • @theviper28111
    @theviper28111 Рік тому +1

    I’ve read the comics as a kid. And i can nearly guarantee you guys the one with evil smile is raph. In the comics it was kinda his this thing. He always had this evil smile when he fought the foot clan or really anyone in the comics, him and Leo actually. Mikey who was still fun loving in the comics for the most part, when he fought? Maaannn Mikey was about the BUSINESS! i encourage everyone to check out TmnT book 1-4. Incredible reads incredible art. You’ll all enjoy it

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for checking out the vid! As far as who's who, we finally got some evidence. Come to find out the turtles have letters imprinted inside the head sculpts that correspond with their initials. So the turtle with the "R" head is the one with the scowl and the extra scratched up shell body. Despite the packaging placement and mixed up pictures on the back of the box. At the end of the day all the parts are interchangeable it seems, so any face will fit on any body, it was an interesting and fun debate though! Regarding the comics, I'm definitely going to go back and check these out. This art style and take on the turtles really interests me... funny how new modern figures done well can make someone want to go back and read comics from 20-30 years ago, LOL!

    • @theviper28111
      @theviper28111 Рік тому +2

      @@datamag2018 oh cool! That is interesting! I’ll be receiving mine soon! Have you tried removing there heads?? Is it possible? I know you said all parts are interchangeable but i feel nervous doing it 😂

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      @@theviper28111 Yeah so I just ran the neck/heads under hot water from the tap and the heads popped right off. It's a stationary neck with double ball peg so yeah any head can go to any turtle. Not sure about the extra arm though, but I believe I seen another reviewer do it. I get it though, NECA has been better lately but they were notorious for breakage problems even just a few years ago....

  • @danielaguilera7413
    @danielaguilera7413 Рік тому +1

    Dude that background is freaking sick!

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      Many thanks! I'm not a professional diorama maker but I do spend a a decent amount of effort in making the ones I do create. Thanks for watching!

    • @danielaguilera7413
      @danielaguilera7413 Рік тому +1

      @@datamag2018 hell yeah Dude!!!!!

  • @LemonMeerkat230
    @LemonMeerkat230 Рік тому +1

    11:27 I feel like the 2nd one is Raphael due to the markings on his front shell and the expression on his face but the packaging could be mixed and NECA messed up. Aside from that, these figures are great and I will be on the hunt for these awesome TMNT Figures.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      Yeah its definitely weird, many people that I have interacted with are sure that the more scratched one is Raph. I'd be inclined to believe that except for the evidence that is present. Maybe NECA messed up the packaging AND the pictures?? I suppose its possible, but definitely peculiar... At the end of the day, YES the figs are awesome so people can just make whichever ones they want to be Raph and Mikey, LOL!

  • @RitamBuchwald
    @RitamBuchwald Рік тому +1

    Am I missing something, but these don't look that much like Jim Lawson's art, they look more like Kevin Eastman's later artwork.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Apparently that is the case. Thanks for watching!

  • @bullwinkle_802
    @bullwinkle_802 Рік тому +1

    What's up Datalynx. Nice review. I can't wait to find these. Thanks man.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Bullwinkle!! Long time no see my guy! Yeah this set is straight fire! I meant to put the DPCI in the description when I posted this vid, but here it is in case you need it (323-07-9745)!

  • @lionprimeproductions110
    @lionprimeproductions110 Рік тому +1

    Wow that’s cool I didn’t even know they were out yet!

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      They are in back rooms of Target... I had to ask for them to go get one for me, using the DPCI number...

    • @lionprimeproductions110
      @lionprimeproductions110 Рік тому

      @@datamag2018 oh yeah

  • @krymson_reigns
    @krymson_reigns Рік тому +1

    Good review… hopefully I can track them down at one of the Targets my way

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      It's definitely a noteworthy set. I'm not sure if the brothers have ever been made in this specific look in figure form (the thick muscular bodies and the all red bandanas and serious fascial expressions). I really wish they weren't so exclusive-ish but it is what it is I guess... Thanks for having a look and Happy hunting!

    • @krymson_reigns
      @krymson_reigns Рік тому +1

      @@datamag2018 yeah, I don’t think so either… I have the other mirage set and the movie figures, so theses would be a nice addition if I can get my hands on them. They’re supposed to be coming out with the IDW set too.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      @@krymson_reigns Yeah I'd be all in for another comic book style set!

  • @REDMASKANIMATION
    @REDMASKANIMATION Рік тому +1

    These look really nice!

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Thanks for stopping by bro! And yes this an amazing looking set. When I first saw them online, I was blown away and in hand they do not disappoint!

    • @REDMASKANIMATION
      @REDMASKANIMATION Рік тому +1

      @@datamag2018 I was thinking about getting this set, I just have so many good turtles already, but we’ll see haha. I’m glad you’re enjoying them though.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Funny part is, I had given up on getting NECA TMNT stuff because of the scarcity when they first came out. I had sold my 2 packs of turtle/bad guy cartoon sets. Then they released the turtles in the 4 pack last year and had all the other 2 packs so I got back into it. I'm absolutely loving the look of these comic style turtles though. I like them much better than the cartoon versions. Having said that, I don't have any of the other versions to compare to. Despite all the versions out, FOMO is gonna set in real hard with many people on this set I think...

  • @lionusprime8188
    @lionusprime8188 Рік тому +1

    Where you found it?

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Found it a local Target. first one I went to (my closest one) didn't have them in stock yet but 2 places 15 min away had them in stock according to the employees search using the dpci, (323-07-9745) so I went to one of them and they were able to get it from the back. Eventually they will be put on shelves, but the word of mouth of how awesome they are means many people will be hunting them down before they make it to the shelf... Thanks for checking it out!

  • @jalontillmon2807
    @jalontillmon2807 Рік тому +1

    I try looking at target in Madison but no luck

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Not sure which Madison you're talking about, but I checked my local Target, which didn't have any but I had the employee search the dpci (323-07-9745) and she was able to tell me the stock for like 4 or 5 other stores near me. Try that next time you go. Thanks for having a look!

    • @jasonmitchell1262
      @jasonmitchell1262 Рік тому

      Can you share the UPC the DC number is not working ok. Brickseek

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      6 34482 54329 0 There you go, good luck!! And thanks for having a look!

    • @jasonmitchell1262
      @jasonmitchell1262 Рік тому +1

      @@datamag2018 yeah I tried this too and it didn't work either I'm in NYC and neca products never make it out here

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Damn, that sucks! I guess I got lucky with mine... I know this set is going to be hot, I bet the aftermarket price is easily approaching double....

  • @Toypapi
    @Toypapi Рік тому +1

    Grear revie. I paid aftermarket for my set lol. I really don't have the time to hunt them down and really just wanted them right now.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      Unfortunately, I get it. TBH I was only going to check my local Targets (I have 4 in 15-20 min distance). If I didn't score it I was going to either chalk it up as a loss or see what my toy hunt groups could find. I'm done going to 8-10 stores and spending whole days hunting for stupid exclusives. Sometimes a few extra dollars is worth peace of mind....

    • @Toypapi
      @Toypapi Рік тому +1

      @@datamag2018 I agree 💯

  • @bullwinkle_802
    @bullwinkle_802 Рік тому +1

    what's the DCPI? Thanks

  • @thcman7196
    @thcman7196 Рік тому

    I paid 180 for these dudes on an app called offerup here in California. I don't regret it they are awesome looking figures straight out of the comic book 😎

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Ouch, and I thought the regular 150$ was a bit pricey.... Having said that though, I agree, these are absolute masterpieces and apparently quite rare at the moment so to have them in hand is very satisfying. Thanks for having a look at the video!

    • @thcman7196
      @thcman7196 Рік тому

      I figured 150 after taxes and shipping will come close to that price anyways plus the finders' fee of going around and looking.

  • @corneilusmcgillicuddy
    @corneilusmcgillicuddy Рік тому +1

    Those comics Turtles are dope as fuck. I definitely have to cop that set. I just hope Neca does a decent Master Splinter and a Foot ninja being that I've never seen a Master Splinter and Foot ninja that I've liked.
    As far as where the Turtles are in the insert. That's definitely the Hudson River. From the positioning of Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty I would say that the Turtles are somewhere in New Jersey, possibly Jersey City or Hoboken.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      HA! I knew my resident NYC guy would be able to get our geography and landmarks together, LOL! As soon as I started talking about that insert I started thinking that my guy Mcgilli could probably tell me exactly where this shot is taken from, hahaha! Thanks having a look my friend, always appreciate the support!

  • @Justincredibletoys
    @Justincredibletoys Рік тому +1

    But when I get this, I may swap the heads around. I want my Lee Ranaldo to have Donatello stoic look.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      I think that's the beauty of it, because I think I'd like my Mikey to have the devilish smile... but you can mix and match as much as you want because they are not specific.

  • @snapshotsreviews4967
    @snapshotsreviews4967 Рік тому +1

    where are these being sold?

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Target stores. In the description I have listed the DPCI number and the UPC number to help hunters.

    • @snapshotsreviews4967
      @snapshotsreviews4967 Рік тому +1

      @@datamag2018 oh sadly I can’t as I don’t live in the USA 😢

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      @@snapshotsreviews4967 Damn sorry my guy... fingers crossed they will see a wider release later this year.

  • @huiqanlu7494
    @huiqanlu7494 Рік тому +1

    How much is this set? ❤❤❤

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      It's 149.99 before taxes. The price is a bit spicy... It breaks down to about 37.50$ each. Not the best deal, but in today's action figure market it's probably about the going rate. If anything one could argue that there should have been more accessories (the cartoon 4 pack had a bunch more accessories). However, the sheer awesomeness of this set makes me it worth it for me. Thanks for having a look!

    • @huiqanlu7494
      @huiqanlu7494 Рік тому

      @@datamag2018 thanks for the sharing! Yea, a bit pricey for me but they are definitely the one of the coolest tmnt set !

  • @wilfredodiaz8743
    @wilfredodiaz8743 Рік тому +1

    I think thats the New York Harbor which is fed by the Hudson River.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Ahh yes, my buddy that lives in the area said something to like that too.

    • @wilfredodiaz8743
      @wilfredodiaz8743 Рік тому

      Glad to get that fact confirmed since I'm from New York city and live 10 minutes away from Chelsea piers which faces the Hudson River and across the river is New Jersey. The statue of liberty stands to my left side of my area

  • @Volrath2242
    @Volrath2242 Рік тому +1

    this music is giving me PTSD

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      LOL, I literally almost didn't include the water level music! Many frustrated afternoons trying to beat that level!

  • @hiddeninthebrush
    @hiddeninthebrush Рік тому +3

    I actually think these are slightly overpriced. $160+ after tax, I think they could have came with way more. Nobody will complain because its new Mirage Turtles but they are slowly jackin up these prices and giving us less. Should have been extra heads or even diorama stands like the old ones.

    • @kaycee310toysandcollectibl9
      @kaycee310toysandcollectibl9 Рік тому +1

      Exactly. Lots of silence because they are willing to still buy it haha. That’s crazy for 4 small figures, honestly they should be sold for 89.99-99.99. People will still justify the cost smh 🤦‍♂️

    • @Saiyan1229
      @Saiyan1229 Рік тому +1

      @@kaycee310toysandcollectibl9honestly the set really should have been $100. They each come with about as much accesories as the ronin did and he was lile $25.

    • @kaycee310toysandcollectibl9
      @kaycee310toysandcollectibl9 Рік тому

      @@Saiyan1229 ronin was 34.99-36.99

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      You're not wrong. The cartoon turtles 4 pack came with WAY more accessories and was the same price if I'm not mistaken. I made sure to mention that the accessories were "light" for price, but I'd be lying if I said the awesomeness of the set doesn't off set it some. It's one of those things...if the set was wack, or underwhelming then maybe less people would buy, but it's A1 stuff, so accessories be damned people want this thing, and for good reason.

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      I agree that it is a a bit over priced for what you get, but I'm more in the realm of maybe 125 as a a more fair price. That breaks down to 31.25$ per figure. Still on the higher end, but a lot easier to make peace with, especially considering action figure prices these days. Unfortunately, they neglected to ask me what I thought the set should be sold at, LOL! At the end of the day, just like anything else on the market, no one forced me or anyone else to buy this. I've passed on tons of NECA stuff and other companies just because I didn't love it enough to plunk down the money for it. At the same time I've "overpaid" for tons of stuff because I loved it that much. It's a personal thing at this point. Thanks for having a look and contributing to the discussion!

  • @Justincredibletoys
    @Justincredibletoys Рік тому +1

    Or we could just look at the back of the box and mystery solved lol but fun fact that’s actually wondering Michelangelo that wears a hoodie

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Indeed! The back of the box seems to affirm that the less scratched turtle in question is in fact, Raphael... despite nearly everyone I interact with believing otherwise. In the grand scheme of things this means next to nothing, but I find the mystery entertaining, LOL!

  • @NerdInGeneral
    @NerdInGeneral Рік тому +1

    I hope I find one

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      The DPCI helps, and I always hit my Target's up in morning....

    • @NerdInGeneral
      @NerdInGeneral Рік тому +1

      @@datamag2018 Do you ask an employee to look up the dpci?

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      @@NerdInGeneral Yep i find someone near the toy section and ask them if they can check inventory and then tell the DPCI. They put it in their phone or device and it should tell them their inventory and surrounding stores.

    • @NerdInGeneral
      @NerdInGeneral Рік тому +1

      JUST FOUND ONR AT MY LOCAL TARGET🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽TURTLES FOREVER

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому +1

      @@NerdInGeneral NICE!! I'm happy you got one, now you'll see why i was gushing over these dudes!

  • @timmearini8784
    @timmearini8784 Рік тому +1

    raph has more scratches

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Thanks for having a look! That's what some people say, however this has become quite the debate because I had been hearing that as well (Raph was the one with more scratches) but if you look at the photos on the back of the package Raph is shown as not being that one, Mikey is (Upper right group photo).... Yet in another photo the disguise is on the more scratched turtle (suggesting that it is not Mikey but Raph) and then in another photo its back to Raph being not as scratched... In the package, the left most turtle that is close to the sai and the disguise seems to be Raph, which makes him the not as scratched one.... Suffice to say it is unclear (at least to me) who is truly who. Was the package mistakenly packed? Were the pictures taken with turtles and incorrect weapons?? IMO it's still unclear.

  • @michaelfederhofer7951
    @michaelfederhofer7951 Рік тому

    One of your turtles is missing his tail

    • @datamag2018
      @datamag2018  Рік тому

      Yeah it fell off when I was showing them, if you listen closely you can hear it hit the table, lol! No worries though everyone's anatomy is complete! Thanks for watching!

  • @OfficialTransformers
    @OfficialTransformers 5 місяців тому +1

    🐢 🐢🐢🐢🐀