Legolas Image Thread

[KamenGuyver]

Pics from OSW

http://www.onesixthwarriors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=62194


Got Legolas today and gotta say headsculpt looks great to me!
He even has a little bit of a scowl (hard to see in pics but when you see him up close you will know what I mean). All the accessories look great, and even a nice bow pulling hand. For some reason his 2 left hands look the same, but I ended up using the second one and it looks better holding the bow. One thing that kinda ain't so good is that just after a few hours the bow was bent into this position making the string sag if the bow string was not pulled, but I guess most poses of Legoas will be with a strung arrow...and maybe the hot water trick will be able to get the bow back more straight if need be.

With a little of fudging he can have an excellent shooting pose..of course-he is Legolas! I didn't get it here because I was loosing light - but you get the idea. Hardest part is getting his head to tilt down a bit like he is aiming.

All in all awesome fig!


http://img219.imageshack.us/img219/5514/legfront7no.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/574/legquarter1rs.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/129/legprofile8do.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/6641/legshooting5zd.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img219.imageshack.us/img219/6649/legshooting28fu.jpg (http://imageshack.us)



Of course these aren't film accurate, but Leg just looks much better with a cloak!

"About time you got here Master Elf - we were getting a little impatient waiting on you" - Gimli
http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/1962/trio4ag.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img219.imageshack.us/img219/9764/trio20ox.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[pjam]

Thanks kg, can't really tell about the skin tone paint apps in those shots but he looks to be elvishly done, a great figure.

I won't EVER rely on SSC prod shots again except for reference.

Here's another courtesy of Titan from OSW for those who missed it.

http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j88/pjam07/IMG_0021_edited-1.jpg

[MaulFan]

http://img219.imageshack.us/img219/5514/legfront7no.jpg

This shot gives great hope about the head.

[Wor-Gar]

I love the shots with Gimli! I can't wait until my set looks like that.

[Batty]

Thanks kg, can't really tell about the skin tone paint apps in those shots but he looks to be elvishly done, a great figure.

I won't EVER rely on SSC prod shots again except for reference.

Yep, everyone gets so worked up over productions pics. We should all know better by now. :monkey1

[Beren]

He still has the power jaw going on though. The attraction for me with any of these collectibles is LIKENESS. The Weta Legolas statue and bust were a huge disappointment, the LegGim much better. The proto for this was quite decent but this production figure? HunkyArtist did an amazing job with repainting Aragorn 12" so I will concede that maybe it's the paint apps that is making this non-Orlando to me...

Beren

[venakin skywalker]

dam this actually looks pretty flippin' awsome, no offense but SST's production pictures can be a bit misleading sometimes






Don't kill me

[The Josh]

He looks very good. Mine is due next Monday.

[Captain Faramir]

Good heavens!!! Is that the one we're getting? It's beautiful!!! What on Earth was with those pics on the site? This figure isn't bad--it's fantastic! These pictures fill me with a whole new optimism concerning Legolas--now I can't wait! I have my shipping notice too--mine comes on Thursday!

[King Darkness]

Must say these pix make him look much better! One thing is for sure though, he looks better tha Aragorn.

[Andy Bergholtz]

Great pics guys!


I'm anxious to see the first re-painted pics of this guy. I might try to acquire the services of one of you great customizers out there if anyones interested. I have a few heads I'd like to have painted and this figure might be a good one to start with.

[MaulFan]

Andy, another great sculpt, I love all the work you've done in this and the Star Wars line.

[The Josh]

Andy brings it on his sculpts. Wish he still worked for SS.

[Seaward]

:drool Those pictures are amazing!

[Xander]

Wow! I really like him!! Especially from an angle or a profile view he looks REALLY good! Can't wait to get him!!!

[pruette]

Looks good to me! Mine will be here Monday - can't wait! With the onslaught of Star Wars 12", I keep waffling over canceling this line, but right now I'm glad I've procrastinated. :monkey5

[MaulFan]

Well, surprisingly I'm listed at shipping soon now, so hopefully if he ships out by Friday I'll get him by next Thursday.

[Wor-Gar]

Mine will arrive tomorrow.

[MaulFan]

Mine will arrive tomorrow.

We all seem to have our roles in the image world, you give us the kitchen shots, JediBear gives us the outdoor shots, josh does up the doiley shots, and I do the photoshop, here's to Legolas, let's go to it gents.

[The Josh]

We all seem to have our roles in the image world, you give us the kitchen shots, JediBear gives us the outdoor shots, josh does up the doiley shots, and I do the photoshop, here's to Legolas, let's go to it gents.

That's how we roll boys!! :chew

[tomandshell]

I decided not to get into the LOTR 12" line, so there will be no swingset shots of Legolas.

:monkey2

[Wor-Gar]

We all seem to have our roles in the image world, you give us the kitchen shots, JediBear gives us the outdoor shots, josh does up the doiley shots, and I do the photoshop, here's to Legolas, let's go to it gents.

Houston, we have a problem:

Unfortunately, for LOTR, I haven't done the traditional "kitchen" shots. Sure, I posted some of Aragorn fresh-from-box and then some futzing ones and some beard-fix ones to compare, but nothing purient. I think the infamous kitchen shots will remain strictly a Star Wars phenomenon.

Unless of course the public demands it... :D


I decided not to get into the LOTR 12" line, so there will be no swingset shots of Legolas.

:monkey2

Looks like the LOTR world will be devoid of 2 traditions.

[Khev]

If SS ever announced these three in PF form all at once you guys would see a Grey Hulk on ebay so fast your head would spin.

http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/1962/trio4ag.jpg

[MaulFan]

Houston, we have a problem:

Unfortunately, for LOTR, I haven't done the traditional "kitchen" shots. Sure, I posted some of Aragorn fresh-from-box and then some futzing ones and some beard-fix ones to compare, but nothing purient. I think the infamous kitchen shots will remain strictly a Star Wars phenomenon.

Unless of course the public demands it... :D




Looks like the LOTR world will be devoid of 2 traditions.

Well I as referring to just the basic shots in your kitchen, I know the thread members love the neked shots but it's no big thing to me, you can still contribute some, the photo army leaves no soldier behind :)

[Batty]

Houston, we have a problem:

Unfortunately, for LOTR, I haven't done the traditional "kitchen" shots. Sure, I posted some of Aragorn fresh-from-box and then some futzing ones and some beard-fix ones to compare, but nothing purient. I think the infamous kitchen shots will remain strictly a Star Wars phenomenon.

Unless of course the public demands it... :D

Can we have some pictures of women with short hair in your kitchen?

[Wor-Gar]

Can we have some pictures of women with short hair in your kitchen?

That, I would LOVE to oblige. :D



Well I as referring to just the basic shots in your kitchen, I know the thread members love the neked shots but it's no big thing to me, you can still contribute some, the photo army leaves no soldier behind :)

Oh, there will definitely be "Legolas in my kitchen", no doubt. That I can do. Its the norty ones that remain SW specific.

[minivader]

I cant believe with all the photo ref available, SS put out this crap.

I can cut SS some slack when it comes to older properties like star wars, but LOTR is a new (recent) property. And this is the best they can do? either the pix are distorting the real thing or it is just bad.

[Seth Gecko]

Legolas looks fine,but it makes aragorn look worse lol.

[abstractharmony]

Is that Gimli the DiD one?

[Darren Carnall]

...doing a repaint for Master Andy? hell yeah I'm up for that :bow

*disclaimer: painting services of other repainters are also available, lol

Great pics guys!


I'm anxious to see the first re-painted pics of this guy. I might try to acquire the services of one of you great customizers out there if anyones interested. I have a few heads I'd like to have painted and this figure might be a good one to start with.

[Geb]

Mine is on it's way, but I must say that I am VERY excited about Legolas after seeing these shots. The production imagery from SS needs to be rethought...perhaps they need to put each figure they release in some sort of SCENE and get the lighting fixed...because their production shots made Legolas looks like JAWS from 007.

These new shots, and oh by the way thank a ton guys for posting them, are amazing and really show the likeness is pretty good, muhc better than we had been discussing in recent days. It DOES make the Aragorn appear a bit more OFF, but I still love that Aragorn...a very cool figure.

Thanks for that cool SHOOTING pose...too cool!

Geb

[The Josh]

I actually think Legolas enhances Aragorn. Which is a very nice figure IMO. The beards a little thick but overall the rest of the figure is pretty cool. Legolas looks pretty sweet. The first SS pics I admit did not make this look nearly as good as it appears it is. As I said in my SDCC video IMO SS makes the best stuff around and I am truly suprised when I see something from SS that makes me go hum. Which is how I was with Legolas at first. However, I'm glad to see he's now back to how I felt about him when I saw him at SDCC. :legolas

[The ill Jedi]

My Legolas arrives today! Can't wait to take him out and posehim, he looks great!

[Customikey]

...doing a repaint for Master Andy? hell yeah I'm up for that :bow

*disclaimer: painting services of other repainters are also available, lol


Seriously. I'm looking forward to painting mine up when it gets here on Monday!

[FlyAndFight]

Legolas definitely looks better in pics than Aragorn does. Mine is due to arrive on the 29th. Looking forward to getting him. My only concern based on the pics is with the chin. I'm still seeing the chin rather thick looking. Hopefully it's just the lighting on the pics.

[The Josh]

I'm still seeing the chin rather thick looking. Hopefully it's just the lighting on the pics.

Right. His chin does still look a tad thick but overall he looks better as you said.

[denger4000]

Is that Gimli the DiD one?


Na, it's toybiz.

[Darren Carnall]

Seriously. I'm looking forward to painting mine up when it gets here on Monday!

I hate you, mine won't be here for months, lol (although I need that time as I stilll don't have the money for the upcoming Jabba, throne, creatures, bib.. etc, never mind Legolas)

I might do a resculpt on the chin like with Anakin... but it might not need it, those pics look much much better. These things always look better when we get them in hand.

Cant wait to see your paint Michael :)

well... not your paint... lol whats so interesting about a pot of paint. Can't wait to see your paint JOB :rotfl

[Alice Adrenochrome]

I just wait untill I have Legoals in hands before I comment.

[DouglasMcc]

Na, it's toybiz.

I am SOO glad I picked up that Toybiz 12" Gimli last week on Ebay for 19 bucks shipped. He will look perfect with those figures until Sideshow develops a small body for him. Thanks for the pics.

[drbrad1975]

Thanks kg, can't really tell about the skin tone paint apps in those shots but he looks to be elvishly done, a great figure.

I won't EVER rely on SSC prod shots again except for reference.

Here's another courtesy of Titan from OSW for those who missed it.

http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j88/pjam07/IMG_0021_edited-1.jpg


I like this figure but it still looks like someone else.......James Van Der Beek? But still all in all nice figure....not the Terminator but miles ahead of Aragorn.

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f348/briandmd/dawson3_year3.jpg

Cheers,

brad

[pjam]

Mine comes tomorrow! :D

[Mr. Twos]

Mine comes late this week/early next. I am super excited about this figure. The likeness issues don't bother me because I really want a figure that could represent my ideal of the book character. With this in mind Legolas looks pretty dang sweet. I do understand why others don't share this point of view; however, I think I will be very happy with mine.

The outfitting looks better than the prototype, IMO.

[Wor-Gar]

The madness! Where's my Legolas? The sun's gone in CA -- no kitchen pics now.

Damn you UPS! Damn you to hell!

[drbrad1975]

Great pics guys!


I'm anxious to see the first re-painted pics of this guy. I might try to acquire the services of one of you great customizers out there if anyones interested. I have a few heads I'd like to have painted and this figure might be a good one to start with.


Hey Andy,

I just viewed your website....impressive as hell!!! You are absolutely talented. I just wish SS paint production department was up to your level. Then no repaints would be required!! What a nice world would that be?! Your CSM still is the best 1/6th sculpt ever produced by any company anywhere in the world. I still marvel at my figure whenever I see it. I absolutely adore your Mad Max sculpt. Do you sell recasts? I would love to have one. Mad Max has always been one of my favorites.

Cheers,

Brad

[Wor-Gar]

Here we go. Legolas just found his way to my kitchen, finally. Sorry about the pics but its dark here now...

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives1.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives2.jpg


First impression: BEAUTIFUL FIGURE!

The cloak is awesome -- if you have it, you'll be VERY happy, because he really looks a million times better with it. Its a great material too, complete with an unusual pattern. It really is amazing.

The sculpt, as always, looks great in hand. Its the camera that makes the face odd -- the macro lens distorts it. Its Orlando, no doubt. Far better than Aragorn. If you loved Aragorn, you'll want to marry this sculpt.

The detail is sharp on the outfit, boots and vembraces. Nice materials too.

The gear is amazing too, as expected. I haven't taken it all out yet. This is gonna take a few hours to sort out.

This is all first impressions, in moody night-time lighting, but I'm really excited about this figure now -- and the entire LOTR line. Tomorrow I'll get better pictures up.

In any event, you'll be more than happy with this figure.

I'll try to get some more light in here and take a few more.

[Mr. Twos]

Thanks for the pics Wor-Gar. He looks great. Can't wait to get him.

[pjam]

Absolutely gorgeous WG, love the close-up, yep, that's Orlando al right! Another Masterpiece from Andy Bergholtz. My only concern was the HS/paint apps and it looks great there, the outfit, without question is stunning!

The cloak looks amazing, an incomplete fig without it IMO too! :D

[nash]

drag some lamps in there wor gar, thanks for the pics. lookin good.

[The Josh]

Looks good!! Now, I just gotta get a cloak for Aragorn.

[pjam]

Love this shot Wor-Gar. Can't wait now!

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives2.jpg

[pixletwin]

Wow Wor-Gar! Legs looks great... You'd think we'd learn how to overcome the Ckicken-Little complex we all get inflicted with.... But no... Mayhap this time we will learn :lecture

[King Darkness]

Great pix Wor-Gar. Mine processed today, so I hope I get him in sometime next week.

[Mr. Twos]

Looks good!! Now, I just gotta get a cloak for Aragorn.

Damn straight!

[El Roranous]

Wow I love it. Now I am really excited about Legolas. Thanks for the pics.

[Wor-Gar]

I have bad lighting for photographing figures...great for the ladies though.

So there's something funky going on with Photobucket. I keep getting booted offline :confused:

Here's a quick pic with flash. I have two more (better) but I can't get them uploaded.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives3.jpg

[KAOSINLA]

Even though I think the jaw is somewhat off, it's miles head of Aragorn.

[Wor-Gar]

OK, here's the other two:

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives4.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives5.jpg

[The Josh]

Use Image Shack WG.

[nash]

WG, how is the bottom part of his vest? Is it stiff and akward like aragorns?

[pjam]

OK, here's the other two:

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives4.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives5.jpg

More great shots WG, paint apps really look good.

How are the legs? Or should I ask? :lol

[Wor-Gar]

OK, uh, legs. Well, they're skinny. Its not like SS bulked them up or anything. But the pants are all bunched up so its hard to tell just how skinny they'll be. They look fine to me though.

As to the material of the "vest" -- all the material is very soft and velvety on the front. Looks like some futzing will make it look great. Its a bit stiff but should hang well, although it doesn't look like it will form on the body well without some help. Maybe water treatment.

[El Roranous]

The jaw is off-too wide. Oh well, still excited.

[Wor-Gar]

The jaw is off-too wide. Oh well, still excited.

It really doesn't look like it in person. In fact, my own pictures don't really capture how he looks in hand. Its that damn macro lens -- it does in fact distort the face a bit, which seems to really effect this particular sculpt. I promise you, in hand, its a perfect little Orlando Bloom.

Anyway, I have a couple more pictures but photobucket is now down for me. I'll try again after dinner. But I won't get really good shots until tomorrow in the daylight.

[MaulFan]

Macro is tricky WG, sometimes I shoot a figure with the focus pointing at the eyes to get them clearest and it'll catch the nose and do that best so the eyes and face are blurry, not flattering but one thing I've learned, in macro mode, hold the camera as far away as you can, with zoom in at it's fullest then bring the camera closer if need be, by using zoom instead of being on top of the subject, it seems to make bend and distortion lessen.

[bronco1855]

Great pics WarGar! It makes the waiting to see if my wait list reservation coverts even more painful. Wish I hadn't taken so long to warm up to these Lord of the Rings figures. :monkey2

[Wor-Gar]

Thanks everyone for the comments. Glad I could help ease the pain of not knowing.

Last thing on LEGOLAS: This figure is probably one of the best sculpts I've seen from SS so far. Seriously. He has this great stern stare, almost a scowl -- a don't-mess-with-me look -- giving him much more personality than most sculpts we see. Its a relief after Aragorn's startled look.


Macro is tricky WG, sometimes I shoot a figure with the focus pointing at the eyes to get them clearest and it'll catch the nose and do that best so the eyes and face are blurry, not flattering but one thing I've learned, in macro mode, hold the camera as far away as you can, with zoom in at it's fullest then bring the camera closer if need be, by using zoom instead of being on top of the subject, it seems to make bend and distortion lessen.

That makes sense. I don't have a fancy camera -- its an old digital elf from like 2001. I'll try the zoom in thing though. Will macro work if I stand further back though?

[King Darkness]

Damn, Wor-Gar, you have some pretty high praise for this figure. Now I'm getting really excited to see him in person.

[El Roranous]

It really doesn't look like it in person. In fact, my own pictures don't really capture how he looks in hand. Its that damn macro lens -- it does in fact distort the face a bit, which seems to really effect this particular sculpt. I promise you, in hand, its a perfect little Orlando Bloom.

Anyway, I have a couple more pictures but photobucket is now down for me. I'll try again after dinner. But I won't get really good shots until tomorrow in the daylight.
I believe you. I will probably feel the same way when mine arrives. Will you take some pictures of him stabbing something with an arrow?:D

[Wor-Gar]

Damn, Wor-Gar, you have some pretty high praise for this figure. Now I'm getting really excited to see him in person.

Yeah, I'm surprised myself... but this sculpt is really good. Its up there with the Maul sculpt in terms of looking "alive". He's on my desk now and I just keep staring at him. The key here is the attitude the sculpt has. It really makes a difference.


I believe you. I will probably feel the same way when mine arrives. Will you take some pictures of him stabbing something with an arrow?:D

Sure, OK, how about stabbing something in my kitchen? :lol

[galactiboy]

Thanks as always for your shots and first impressions Wor Gar. You always seem to give a very balanced impression of figures... which seems hard to get at times :lol It almost makes up for the insane jealousy that you always get your figures before me :monkey2

Almost...

[nash]

Macro is tricky WG, sometimes I shoot a figure with the focus pointing at the eyes to get them clearest and it'll catch the nose and do that best so the eyes and face are blurry, not flattering but one thing I've learned, in macro mode, hold the camera as far away as you can, with zoom in at it's fullest then bring the camera closer if need be, by using zoom instead of being on top of the subject, it seems to make bend and distortion lessen.

dont most p&s cameras have a limit to how far you can zoom in while using macro mode though?

[Wor-Gar]

Thanks as always for your shots and first impressions Wor Gar. You always seem to give a very balanced impression of figures... which seems hard to get at times :lol It almost makes up for the insane jealousy that you always get your figures before me :monkey2

Almost...


Thanks galactiboy! I do try to make my mini-reviews as honest as my first impressions are.

Sorry I seem to get my stuff first. Its a bonus for living in CA near Sideshow. The disadvantage is when a lot of stuff comes at once and I can't stagger it out.

I haven't futzed with the clothes, or even begun to remove them yet, but I wanted to get some pictures out quickly and some impressions about the sculpt most importantly. Again, in daylight tomorrow I'll have a better look at him. But for this little elfy guy, I'm really impressed.

[El Roranous]

Sure, OK, how about stabbing something in my kitchen? :lol
Maybe an orange...
:D
Photographers choice really and only if you want to.

[MaulFan]

That makes sense. I don't have a fancy camera -- its an old digital elf from like 2001. I'll try the zoom in thing though. Will macro work if I stand further back though?

It all depends on your camera I guess but it's worth a try, on mine, in macro mode I have a range of zoom so I can pull back and zoom in to get the same framing, but it eliminates some of the fisheye effect you get just holding the lens close to the subject.

[MaulFan]

WG, sounds like from your description that Andy did with Legolas what he gets in most of his sculpts which seems to be a bit of life and attitude without being in a specific facial pose, like T-800 and T-1000 and Obi-Wan, they all have some focus, determination and aggression to them, but it's subtle so the face pose isn't specific, which is one of Andy's best traits in sculpting these.

[Wor-Gar]

WG, sounds like from your description that Andy did with Legolas what he gets in most of his sculpts which seems to be a bit of life and attitude without being in a specific facial pose, like T-800 and T-1000 and Obi-Wan, they all have some focus, determination and aggression to them, but it's subtle so the face pose isn't specific, which is one of Andy's best traits in sculpting these.

Yeah, capturing that subtlety of an attitude is a real art. And this is a great example of when it works well.

Again, my place has very moody lighting, which really helps with this sculpt. I hope when I wake up tomorrow in bright light that my opinion remains as impressed as I am now.

[MaulFan]

I'm so blown away to this day with Obi-Wan that when I look at him I almost wait for his mouth to start moving and hear Ewan, and when I have him in full robe it makes me think of the seen where he pleas for Anakin to spy on Palpatine. I can't wait to get my mini Legolas to freak me out with his realism.

[pjam]

Yeah, capturing that subtlety of an attitude is a real art. And this is a great example of when it works well.

And that was his archery stare in the films, best for posing with the bow IMO.

[Sachiel]

Where's the cloak's brooch? The only problem I can see is that his cloak will have the same problem as Aragorn's. Too tight. I'd like them to fix the way they do the hood/clasp area. I used string on Aragorn's and it looks like it does in the movie, plus it isn't tight aorund the neck.

[mannix DLS]

Awesome pics of Legolas, Wor-Gar :clap :rock

Looks good!! Now, I just gotta get a cloak for Aragorn.

I thought Aragorn comes with his own hooded cloak (SS Exclusive) :confused:

[minivader]

It really doesn't look like it in person. In fact, my own pictures don't really capture how he looks in hand. Its that damn macro lens -- it does in fact distort the face a bit, which seems to really effect this particular sculpt. I promise you, in hand, its a perfect little Orlando Bloom.



As much as I want to believe that, I see the same long chin in all the Legoles pix :confused: perhaps the HS just isnt photogenic or somethin

[Wor-Gar]

A few more closer to some light -- again, this figure is straight from the box, no futzing at all...

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives6.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives7.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives8.jpg

His chin may be a bit big. I don't know. I don't have any pictures of Orlando to compare. It looks good in person though, that's all I can say.

My lighting is very warm also, so his complexion may seem a bit tanned.

[minivader]

some photo ref on the net

http://www.theargonath.cc/characters/legolas/pictures/legolasmiscpics.html

not the best ref pix, but gives you the idea on the chin.

[CAhobbit]

Awesome pics of Legolas, Wor-Gar :clap :rock



I thought Aragorn comes with his own hooded cloak (SS Exclusive) :confused:

He comes with his ranger cloak not the elven cloak.

[Batty]

Looks great, WG. I can't wait to see your futzed pics.

[pjam]

Thanks for the ref shots. Chin looks fine, O had a chin for goodness sakes, doesn't anyone remember POTC? :lol

btw, this is another beauty WG, thanks man.

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives8.jpg

[Captain Faramir]

Someday I want to understand the mystery of Sideshow's shipping order. I'm in Utah and mine will be here tomorrow morning, yet Pix is just little ways north and is always way behind me. Not only that, others in California sometimes have to wait weeks for theirs, but when I send mine to Orange County back home they come early for me again. It's so confusing!

I can't wait for tomorrow though. I've already cleared a space for him; now Aragorn won't be so lonely amongst all those Jedi..........

[Wor-Gar]

some photo ref on the net

http://www.theargonath.cc/characters/legolas/pictures/legolasmiscpics.html

not the best ref pix, but gives you the idea on the chin.

Thanks. That's great reference. The chin looks OK to me. If anything, he looks a little "older" in the sculpt. Orlando sure looks young in those ref shots.

http://www.theargonath.cc/characters/legolas/pictures/legolas8.jpg

http://www.theargonath.cc/characters/legolas/pictures/legolas2.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives8.jpg

[minivader]

Thanks. That's great reference. The chin looks OK to me. If anything, he looks a little "older" in the sculpt. Orlando sure looks young in those ref shots.



No problem. I guess the more I look at the pix, I think the HS is a bit narrow, probably that's the why I think the chin looks "big", Anyways, 90% there on a mass produce figure is fine, I dont think there is any 1/6 figure that gets it 100%. well....enterbay bruce comes very close IMHO, but that thing is not painted. but HS is about as close to the real thing as I can see.

[Wor-Gar]

Wow, this quiver with blades is really complicated to figure out how to put on. :confused:

Anyone have reference that shows how Legolas actually wears this thing?


EDIT: Well, I found it. After careful analysis, there is a little tiny hook hidden in the bottom of the quiver leather that "hooks" into a little tiny hole on the long loose strap.

You'll all know what I mean when you get yours. Tricky, Sideshow... very tricky. :)


More info on accessories: some of you may be disappointed to know that the blades do not fit into their twin sheaths. The handles that are in the sheaths are actually just handles -- they are removable, but are like stumps. This is good though when you pose him with the blades in hand so you can remove your "fake" handles from the sheaths to be accurate. Better than one complete molded piece.

More news to come as I futz...

[Batty]

Wow, this quiver with blades is really complicated to figure out how to put on. :confused:

Anyone have reference that shows how Legolas actually wears this thing?
Maybe some of these will help. I didn't check them all. Sorry.

http://www.council-of-elrond.com/gallery/thumbnails.php?album=113&page=1

[Wor-Gar]

Thanks Batty. I have most of those.

Anyway, I solved the problem -- see above edit.

[DarkArtist81]

Love the pics Wor-Gar!! I know that I cannot wait for him to arrive, he will get the fast track to a repaint immediately! The sculpt is definitely there and he will look fantastic when it's all said and done....

Can't wait to see my fellow artist's attempts.... :rock

[The Josh]

Thanks for that info WG!! I've got a posed pic for him so now it's just up to the waiting.

[Darth Rage]

It certainly looks like the LOTR 12" line is back on track. Legolas looks to be a huge improvement in costume, sculpt, and paint apps over Aragorn. Great pics, keep 'em coming.:cool:

[hoodonit00]

This one looks just like the SST headsculpt.http://sideshowcollectors.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=2225&stc=1&d=1169733133

[edwint]

Here we go. Legolas just found his way to my kitchen, finally. Sorry about the pics but its dark here now...

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives1.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives2.jpg


First impression: BEAUTIFUL FIGURE!

The cloak is awesome -- if you have it, you'll be VERY happy, because he really looks a million times better with it. Its a great material too, complete with an unusual pattern. It really is amazing.

The sculpt, as always, looks great in hand. Its the camera that makes the face odd -- the macro lens distorts it. Its Orlando, no doubt. Far better than Aragorn. If you loved Aragorn, you'll want to marry this sculpt.

The detail is sharp on the outfit, boots and vembraces. Nice materials too.

The gear is amazing too, as expected. I haven't taken it all out yet. This is gonna take a few hours to sort out.

This is all first impressions, in moody night-time lighting, but I'm really excited about this figure now -- and the entire LOTR line. Tomorrow I'll get better pictures up.

In any event, you'll be more than happy with this figure.

I'll try to get some more light in here and take a few more.

cool pics, man!!hope to see more from ya..=pwith all the gear and stuff..still gonna be a lonnng wait for me..:monkey2

[Darren Carnall]

the figure/paintjob looks really good doesnt it. I was going to just repaint it (eyebrows need to be thinner, wider and darker, lips need fiddling with, hair needs a dirty blonde wash over it, eyes need changing etc) but looking at it... I reckon once I start (famous last words) I'll end up resculpting some parts. It's the same as Anakin (for me... just my opinion). The chin/jaw is what takes it away from being spot on.

It's virtually there, but needs to come to more of a rounded point, i think at the front. also the vertical line going from the upper lip to the nose is too heavy and possibly wide (same as Anakin) Of course I'll only know once I have it in my hand, but what I thought about the Anakin figure turned out to be the same when I had it in hand. And I was quite happy once I'd made a few changes.

again.. this is not bashing, and I couldnt make the changes I made without the sculpt in the first place. I love these figures and look forward to every single one :D

[Wor-Gar]

OK, so I spent the night futzing the costume. I have NOT yet tried putting on his gear, although I now know how to attach that quiver. Here's some more helpful after futzing the costume:

1. The green "tunic" is a little difficult to work with as it is doesn't really respond to water treatment. The material texture is nice but, as someone had asked, it is indeed a bit stiff and hard to shape so that it drapes around his thighs. It wants to "fan out". However, once his quiver and cloak are on, it will be much less noticeable.

2. The silver under**** is nice...but be careful with the clasps...they hook to threads on the shirt. Very delicate. Also, to help the billowy nature of the sleeves I found that twisting the vembraces helps tighten the sleeves around the arms.

3. The "pants" look better bunched up a bit at the knees. This is also more film accurate. His legs are a bit slim, but then again so was Orlando's.

4. The belt -- you have to untie it to remove his tunic, so make a mental note how it was tied originally. Its rather simple, but I spent about 1/2 hour trying to figure out how to re-tie it (finally I had to look at one of my photos to reverse engineer the damn thing).

5. For those that water treat: I only sprayed water on the green tunic and on the blt, both of which were unaffected when it dried. I did not get the shirt wet so I can vouch for how that will turn out. But don't worry, the texture of the tunic and the detail on the belt (the writing) were unaffected by the water.

6. The cloak DOES HAVE the green broach "attached" (glued) just below the clasp (you can see it in the new prod pics). Its in a strange place, as it can't lay over the working clasp. I'm not sure if we are meant to remove the broach -- it doesn't seem very secure -- and re-glue it over the clasp... but this is what I will ultimately do. Maybe someone else will figure out how to do that best.

That's the latest news. Back with photos later. My bathroom is under major construction at the moment so it may take a while before I can have some peace to take pictures.

Last note -- now, in daylight, I do see that the chin is a bit wider than Orlando's. I still think its a fantastic sculpt, and in daylight it still holds up...but now with better lighting, it does in fact look a bit wide -- at least from straight on. But again, the attitude in the sculpt really adds a lot and its still one of my favorites.

[Darren Carnall]

1. The green "tunic" is a little difficult to work with as it is doesn't really respond to water treatment. The material texture is nice but, as someone had asked, it is indeed a bit stiff and hard to shape so that it drapes around his thighs. It wants to "fan out". However, once his quiver and cloak are on, it will be much less noticeable.

here's what I did with my Aragorn as I hated the fanning out effect. Wet the item, tie some elastic bands around the bottom around the legs, or some ribbon or something, and let it dry

because it was held tight around the legs and body as it was drying, it pretty much keeps the curve it has, much better at least

I was all proud of myself when I figured that out, lol, as trying to get it to not look like a butchers apron was really starting to annoy me.

http://www.havingfun.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/photos/Aragorn%20Custom/new4.jpg

[galactiboy]

Thanks WG! Can't wait to see your pics of him!

[Captain Faramir]

Thanks for all the tips and info dude. It'll come in handy since my Legolas comes TODAY!!! I'm way stoked for this, and not only that, my class was canceled today, so I don't have to worry about being gone when it arrives. Aragorn's pretty pumped to have a new friend. :aragorn :legolas

[Wor-Gar]

here's what I did with my Aragorn as I hated the fanning out effect. Wet the item, tie some elastic bands around the bottom around the legs, or some ribbon or something, and let it dry.

I did try folding the material and pressing items against it to hold position over night. But the material has a memory it seems and goes back to its original shape. I'll have to try again with your method. But I think it has more to do with the cut of the tunic and the way it hangs in addition to the thicker material -- its just a little tricky.

Aragorn's pretty pumped to have a new friend. :aragorn :legolas

That sounds so wrong. :lol

[LOTRFan]

Not too bad, chin aside, the elven cloak looks like it needs some real work. The hoods on these figures are either way too big (like most of the Jedi line) or too small, as Legolas appears to have.

Glad you like it WG.

[Wor-Gar]

Not too bad, chin aside, the elven cloak looks like it needs some real work. The hoods on these figures are either way too big (like most of the Jedi line) or too small, as Legolas appears to have.

Glad you like it WG.


Well, in Legolas' case, I don't think anyone will pose him with his hood up... just draped behind him like he was most of the time. So there should be no problem with hood size this time.

[pjam]

Seems like the morning after, the "figure" looks just as good as the night before, usually means a more lasting relationship.:lol

Seriously, he must look more "Elvish" in daylight...

[Wor-Gar]

Seems like the morning after, the "figure" looks just as good as the night before, usually means a more lasting relationship.:lol

Seriously, he must look more "Elvish" in daylight...

He does. More pale, appropriately. The hair has nice detail. Possibly could stand a "dark wash" to add highlights...most customizers here will certainly do at least that. The light eyes are riveting. And the ears really have a nice detail to them. And the lips are subtle. Like I said, most everyone should be really happy with this sculpt.

[Captain Faramir]

He's here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm opening him right here and now as we speak!!!

[Captain Faramir]

The box isn't as wide as Aragorn's but it's beautiful nonetheless.....

[Wor-Gar]

He's here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm opening him right here and now as we speak!!!

EXCELLENT!

I'd love to hear a second opinion on this figure. Tell us what you think?

[Captain Faramir]

I'm still getting him out of the bubble, but I can tell you that he looks wonderful. I'm in awe at how gorgeous the packaging is.

[Captain Faramir]

The hands he comes with are all BEAUTIFULLY SCULPTED. I'm so glad I have the exclusive; the arrow stabbing hand is so elegantly made!

[Wor-Gar]

The face! How's the face? Keeping us in suspense?

[Captain Faramir]

I've found something...I did not expect. The knives don't fit into the sheaths; rather, there are two handles with short stubs which you can put in or out. Interesting move. I'm not sure how much I like it, but DUDE these knives are LONG! I like them and they are lovely to behold, but having the dummy knives instead of actual removable knives is kind of odd to me.......

More as I move along!

[Captain Faramir]

Patience my friend! I'm coming to it.

The arrows are LONG! Mercy, these things re like spears! And the bow is absolutely lovely. The string has some give, which let's you pose it a little without damaging the bow or the tautness of the cord. Very nice.

And now to remove the elf himself........ (is the tension killing you all as much as it is me?)

[Captain Faramir]

Alright, he has ben set free. Here's the deal:

Legolas is strikingly beautiful. One look and you know it's Orlando Bloom. The issue with the jaw is that, while beautifully sculpted, it doesn't do well when looked at from certain angles--straight on, looking at his left side at an angle, and looking down on him. Even then, it's still remarkably accurate, and I really can't complain about anything in the sculpt (of couse you all know how bad I am at complaining anyway lol). The paint job is superb; the hair is just right and he is actually not nearly as pale as some other figures--the skin is just right. The only thing I noticed is that the eyes are not as blue as Orlando's contact's are, and they went with a blue/grey/brown combo, which isn't bad but not quite as striking as Legolas' eyes were. The eyebrows are some of the best SSC has done. Not only that, he's tall! He's a bit taller than Aragorn and captures nicely how tall and lean he is by comparison.

The costume is just heavenly. It's a wonderful fabric and a nice feel, though not quite as slim-fitted as the movie, it's still a great tayloring job. The elven cloak is just perfect though. I do, however, intend to replace the oddly-glued brooch with the one from the Aragorn and Brego set from Toy Biz. It's about the same size and much more detailed, and will look much better.

All in all he is just a wonderful figure, and I doubt many will regret owning him. He's worthy of a central place in any collection.

[Wor-Gar]

Phew! Relief. You like him too. So I'm not insane.

Here's a picture in daylight of my semi-futzed Legolas (not really all that different than straight out of the box):

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Leggyfutzed2.jpg

And the sculpt:

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/LeggydaylightCU.jpg

Again, the sculpt photographs odd -- or maybe it looks this way. :) I tried Maulfan's trick in the above CU.

I say semi-futzed because I'm not happy with what I did last night. I need to tackle him again. The tunic is a little oversized but too thick to fold in the back, so it has this blousy appearance. Perhaps a more severe water treatment will do the trick. I'm also looking for a good position for the legs so they won't appear so skinny.

[Captain Faramir]

Here's some more:

The colors on the costume are one of the highlights of the figure. He has the most verdant greens I've seen in a figure, and the fabric is as lush as one could hope for. The boots are nice but a bit plastic-looking, nothing too fancy nor too terrible. The vambrances, while fantastically detailed, really restrict his hand movements, and it takes a great deal of futzing to get them to a point where they look good without preventing any poseability. Another thing to watch out for is the laces for his belt and quiver. I've dealt a lot with this kind of material, and it's very weak and doesn't tend to last long. Treat it lightly and with great care.

The best part, though, is the quiver. It's just amazing, in every way. Easy to put on, and great once it is, this thing is a work of art. It ranks up there with Han Solo's holster in terms of detail and craftsmanship. It's just amazing. Again though, the fake knife thing kind of gets on my nerves, but for heaven's sake don't cancel him just for that! It's actually a good idea; it preserves the quality of the actual knives--it's just that I'm a big fan of removable blades and swords, and this seems a little wierd, especially after Aragorn's scabbard so masterfully done.

After putting him on the shelf, he's actually just about the same size as Aragorn. I don't recommend putting him next to Luke or Obi-Wan though; Legolas' head is in the smaller, more accurate scale, making some figures look a tad wonky next to him. He matches perfectly next to Aragorn though. In fact, these seem to be figures that must be displayed exclusively with others of their own kind (I'm getting West Side Story songs in my head now....). If you are hesitant about Legolas, I say GO FOR IT!!! He really will be a great addition to any collection, and if you haven't ordered him yet, or haven't even gotten into the 12" line, I really recommend you (re)consider. I absolutely love him.

[FlyAndFight]

Thanks for the fantastic review, Captain Aldeggon!!

My Lego is in route still, with a scheduled delivery due early next week. I really can't wait to receive him, now that I've read your review and seen the others' pics.

:legolas :legolas :legolas

[Captain Faramir]

No problem. I love to review figures, even though I've never done a review here before--I guess I get nervous being around so many other strongly-opinionated reviewers. I'm a Humanities major which explains the detail I put into my reviews--basically I'm in the process of becoming a professional art critic. I've been trained to examine painting, sculpting, and design, and my Dad is a professional taylor along with being an actor, so I've been around costuming my whole life. While I'm not as skilled a painter as some of the other members here, I like being able to point out exactly where an item is well-crafted or faulty, and I've been taught to have a vocabulary that can accurately articulate what I see. That's why these posts are so freaking long! (sorry all.) The only problem is, I'm poor and can't afford many figures, so I don't have many things to review. When I do though, I try to make them as thorough and easy to read as possible. If other people like it maybe I'll do more reviews as time goes on.

BTW, I'm way impressed with the ears on this guy. They accentuate the exotic look of the figure without being overtly different. Just fantastic.

[The Josh]

Nice review CA! You did a good job IMO. I won't be reviewing this figure since the SW site I work for doesn't do LOTR.

[jedibear]

A few more closer to some light -- again, this figure is straight from the box, no futzing at all...

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Legolasarrives8.jpg

My lighting is very warm also, so his complexion may seem a bit tanned.

Damn! That did it Wor-Gar....

I've been resisting getting into another figure line but....

You just convinced me to spend more money on Sideshow! This picture is great! (I happen to really like the warm lighting...it really helps the sculpt "come alive").

I just put myself on the waitlist for Legolas and Aragon....

[Vader AL]

Damn! That did it Wor-Gar....

I've been resisting getting into another figure line but....

You just convinced me to spend more money on Sideshow! This picture is great! (I happen to really like the warm lighting...it really helps the sculpt "come alive").

I just put myself on the waitlist for Legolas and Aragon....

i don't see you back there....oh wait there you are...at the back of the line. :) my legalos converted, still waiting on aragorn.

[Zoomaround]

Thanks Wor-Gar for the pics and helpful hints and thanks to the Captain for the review and hints as well. This looks like an awesome figure. I can't wait to get him...sometime today.

[jedibear]

i don't see you back there....oh wait there you are...at the back of the line. :) my legalos converted, still waiting on aragorn.

;)Hey...I brought a book...a deck of cards....we'll see. :p


Anybody got more pictures?

[Captain Faramir]

He's definitely worth it guys. Zoomaround, hope he comes soon--I've only has mine for a few hours and I just love him!

[Wor-Gar]

Damn! That did it Wor-Gar....

I've been resisting getting into another figure line but....

You just convinced me to spend more money on Sideshow! This picture is great! (I happen to really like the warm lighting...it really helps the sculpt "come alive").

I just put myself on the waitlist for Legolas and Aragon....

I hope you get aboard, jedibear! I'd love to see Legolas in the snow. :)

And yeah, the warm lighting is much better for these figures. A display in candle-light would be the best!

Here again are some more daylight pictures:

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Leggyday2.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Leggyday3.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Leggyday5.jpg

And a moody one against the light:

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Leggyday4.jpg

[Captain Faramir]

Nice pictures! But I reiterate, no picture will do this figure justice. You've got to have the chance to hold it and pose it and play around with the outfit. Legolas is a great figure.

[Wor-Gar]

Very true, Captain. This one, more than many, really needs to be seen in person.

[Wor-Gar]

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/LegolasandAragornpost.jpg

"The kitchen looks clear."


http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/LegolasandAragornpost4.jpg

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/LegolasandAragornpost3.jpg

[The ill Jedi]

Nice, 'Kitchen Shots' albeit not naked but nice!

I love Legolas, I opened him up yesterday and I have to say I am glad that I am getting the LOTR figures. All I need is a SSC Gimli and I can die happy! :gimli

[CAhobbit]

6. The cloak DOES HAVE the green broach "attached" (glued) just below the clasp (you can see it in the new prod pics). Its in a strange place, as it can't lay over the working clasp. I'm not sure if we are meant to remove the broach -- it doesn't seem very secure -- and re-glue it over the clasp... but this is what I will ultimately do. Maybe someone else will figure out how to do that best.

I removed the broach from the cloak last night and hot glued it up at the neck part of the cloak. It worked perfectly and is now in it's right resting place. Plus it's only glued on one side of the clasp so getting the cloak off won't be too difficult in the future (that's it I even wanted to take the cloak off).

Oh and thanks for the tip about the quiver/blade contraption. I got tired of trying to figure it out last night and ended just tying to pieces together. Now I'll have to go home and fix that tonight.

[pjam]

Great to see these two together WG, very nice and your 'gorn looks so much better with that touch-up makeover, he looks very Viggo. :cool:

If you get around to it -- oh, nevermind, mine's coming within the hour. :lol

I was gonna say I'd love to see more archery poses as I think this Legs was made for that arrow about to be slung pose! :D

[Wor-Gar]

Oh and thanks for the tip about the quiver/blade contraption. I got tired of trying to figure it out last night and ended just tying to pieces together. Now I'll have to go home and fix that tonight.

No problem. That's the beauty of these forums. And I'm glad the broach switch worked -- I'll have to do that for mine as well.

Great to see these two together WG, very nice and your 'gorn looks so much better with that touch-up makeover, he looks very Viggo. :cool:

Thanks, P! I've seen so many repaints that are so great it makes me want to have him repainted as opposed to my quick "shave" on his chin. That "surprised" expression still bothers me, but hey... that's what those curly locks are for (to hide his eyes).

I would pose Legolas a lot better but I still haven't rigged the quiver or anything because I want to try and futz the costume more. I know I can get it to lay better. Time and effort will tell.

[Seaward]

Thanks for the pictures WG, and the review was awesome Captain! I can't wait until he arrives next week!

[screamingmetal]

Legolas looks good War-Gar, I can't wait until I get mine!

[King Darkness]

Legolas will be here on the 30th!!!!

[The Mike]

Just got my Legolas ship notifications he'll be here on the 29th!! :rock

[Buttmunch]

I just got my Legolas today. After 45 minutes after trying to figure out how to put the pack on, I found out it was tied wrong and the leather strap that goes under Legolas' left arm was already split it two. No wonder I couldn't figure it out. Now I'm going to have to ask for a return! Still haven't gotten my Subject 57 arm that was broken! :monkey2 Never had a problem before and now two figures in a row that arrived broken! :monkey2 This doesn't bode well for Jabba! :o

Sideshow REALLY NEEDS INSTRUCTIONS for these figures. Took me just as long to put on Aragorn's belt and his arrowholster and pack. :monkey4

[naria]

Great pictures, everyone!! Mine should be here tomorrow. Can't wait!!

[Sachiel]

I do, however, intend to replace the oddly-glued brooch with the one from the Aragorn and Brego set from Toy Biz. It's about the same size and much more detailed, and will look much better.


It was the same with Aragorn's evenstar pendent. The DiD is way nicer looking. Not much was put into pendent and brooch.

[hoodonit00]

Got my shipping notice today, California to Pa. is just to far.

[wofford29]

http://www.sideshowtoy.com/behindtheshow/?page_id=2548&source=012507news

[edwint]

http://www.sideshowtoy.com/behindtheshow/?page_id=2548&source=012507news

muahahaha...now thats what i call storytellin!!!!!!!!MOST IMPRESSIVE!!!:lol

[Darth Loki]

http://www.sideshowtoy.com/behindtheshow/?page_id=2548&source=012507news


:rotfl :rotfl :rotfl

[Fritz]

Good stuff! Can I assume that's the same guy that did the Mace Windu review? :rock

[nash]

i like how they always have a happy ending. hahah.

[Wor-Gar]

Has no one else received their Legolas????

Need more pics!

[minivader]

nah, decided to cancel the line since aragorn was sub par. but if SS does do a ringwraith I might be interested to pick up this again.

[Darth Caedus]

just got mine about 6 minutes ago. I had him on reserve and haven't checked my email in a while to see if he was converted, but happy surpise. He looks great, much better in person and the pictures really don't do him justice

[the angry orc]

just got mine and all i can say is wow. wow! the pics (sideshow's or anyone else's) don't come anywhere even close to doing this guy justice. my first impression is that he is one of the best sculpts so far from the sw or lotr 1/6th stuff. his tunic does have the 'butcher apron' look going but i'm not attempting to get it wet and sculpt it until i see someone else do it. he does have a seam line in his hair which is kind of annoying but not a big deal. outfit, sculpt, paint, etc are head and shoulders above aragorn by far. overall, probably my second favorite figure i've gotten from ss so far (not including predator stuff). he's on my shelf and from where i'm sitting it's totally orlando.

[endo1]

Yep! Just landed as well! Yeah Wow is what I thought too at first glance. Looks very nice so far. Time to open the boxen.......:cool:

[Wor-Gar]

I'm so relieved people are starting to see the sculpt in person instead of judging by photos. It was hard to keep telling people "yeah but its better in hand" when all I had was some macro-warped photos to show. :D

But now you see the glory!

"And you have my bow."


I wasn't lying when I said this sculpt is right up there with Maul.

:)

[endo1]

I'm so relieved people are starting to see the sculpt in person instead of judging by photos. It was hard to keep telling people "yeah but its better in hand" when all I had was some macro-warped photos to show. :D

But now you see the glory!

"And you have my bow."


I wasn't lying when I said this sculpt is right up there with Maul.

:)
Yes I argee. Looking at him in hand right now. The sculpts paint and shape of the jaw is so different in person. I'm really happy with this one. :D

[Buttmunch]

Am I the only one who would prefer plastic belts/straps AND to have the figures will their packs/quivers/ etc already on? Aragorn took over an hour figuring out his belt, quiver, and back (especially because the cloak). Same with Legolas, but a Quiver strap was broken the whole time only adding to my confusing. The leather straps are WAY too small to be used because they are so delicate. So far I've been careful enough not to break anything myself.

[Captain Faramir]

Yeah after having a day to go over him I can't help but repeat how great the is. Standing next to Aragorn he's just marvelous. I love this guy.

[Captain Faramir]

What was so complicated about the quiver? I just slipped it right on and tied the knot, took all of a minute at most.

But I agree, this material will not last long. I've used it for other projects and it wears away very quickly.

[carbo-fation]

There are some great pictures in thread! Congratulations to anyone who's gotten his already. I still have to wait until Monday for mine. I am really excited about this; Aragorn has been lonely for some time now. :monkey2

[Darth Caedus]

There are some great pictures in thread! Congratulations to anyone who's gotten his already. I still have to wait until Monday for mine. I am really excited about this; Aragorn has been lonely for some time now. :monkey2

that sounded so wrong, so wrong. Compared to the Aragorn scult, I think Legolas blows him out of the water. They look good next to each other, can't wait for Boromir and..dare I say, Gandalf the Grey !!!!!

[carbo-fation]

that sounded so wrong, so wrong. Compared to the Aragorn scult, I think Legolas blows him out of the water. They look good next to each other, can't wait for Boromir and..dare I say, Gandalf the Grey !!!!!

:lol
I am acutally sending mines to Hunky_Artist along with Aragorn for repaint! I can't wait to see both them, once Darren is finished with his work. :D

[Hoser]

YES!!!:chew :chew

My waitlist reservation just converted to an order!

[jedibear]

I hope you get aboard, jedibear! I'd love to see Legolas in the snow. :)

And yeah, the warm lighting is much better for these figures. A display in candle-light would be the best!

...And a moody one against the light:

http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j306/Wor-Gar/Leggyday4.jpg


And you shall get your wish(for some snow pics), sir! My exclusive waitlist reservation just converted to an order! Alright!!

BTW...I really like that last shot....makes me REALLY happy I'm getting this figure...

[galactiboy]

Mine will be here on the 31st! Not too bad for a waitlist conversion!!! Can't wait to have him in hand, especially after all the accolades everyone is giving!!!

[anti-hero]

LOL...I got on the waitlist in late December and my order converted last week. I didn't really have the money so on Mondy I decided to cancel and get on the waitlist again (thinking I'd probably still have a pretty good shot and could gather some more funds in the meantime). That plan didn't really work tho since my new waitlist order (which I placed on Monday) just converted. :lol

Needless to say, if you want the exclusive, get on the waitlist and you'll get one. Even now.

[jpcreations26]

Legolas arrived today and his box is a lot smaller than Aragorn's box! Here are some of my pics. Enjoy

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f184/jpcreations26/Sideshow/Heydispictures002.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f184/jpcreations26/Sideshow/Heydispictures015.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f184/jpcreations26/Sideshow/Heydispictures031.jpg

[jpcreations26]

here are some more pics.

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f184/jpcreations26/Sideshow/Heydispictures045.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f184/jpcreations26/Sideshow/Heydispictures035.jpg

[jedibear]

Nice action shots, jpcreations26...it's cool to see that he can be posed and stand well w/o the stand. So his leg joints are pretty tight eh?

Could you snap a quick one with the box flaps open? I'm just curious how it looks...thanks.

And thanks again for the cool pics....

[The Mike]

The hood looks much better here than the ones before.....interesting....either way mine arrives on Monday!!!:rock

[Protozaius]

My wait list place has been converted officially into an order.

Woo-Hoo!!!

The wait list really works!

:chew :chew :chew :chew :chew :chew :chew :chew :chew :chew

Now I gotta get my Boromir converted!!!

[Darren Carnall]

I can't wait to get yours carbo-fation... because I'll actually have yours probably months before I get my own, lmao

[LINQ0311]

Who makes the Gimli figure pictured at the beginning of this thread?

[Hoser]

I beleive that's the Toy Biz 1/6 scale Gimly from a couple of years ago.

[gambit]

anyone expecting a wait list conversion??

You are one more step close as I cancelled mine a few minutes ago.

good luck

I will continue to LOTR Diaroma series and PF series(if SS will announce any :monkey3 )

[The Mike]

Seeing Legolas brings one real thing to mind, SSC has seriously been neglecting the 1/6 LOTR line. We need to see a bunch of new pieces or at least concept art or primary sculpts at TF. Andy said right before he left that he was working on an LOTR figure and we haven't seen that one yet so there is at least one more in the pipe...

[abstractharmony]

Got mine converted last night and I only decided to get back on the train last week (after cancelling it before the Boromir PPO).

I have decided that I must have the Elven cloaks.

[Customikey]

Can't wait to get my Leggy next week. I'm a little nervous because I've never tried to paint platinum blonde hair before...

The pics looks great, everyone! Keep em coming!!

I have to go gather reference....

Oh, and now I'm sad I sold my Toy-Biz Gimli. I sold him when I sold my Toy-Biz Aragorn Custom. Glad I did THAT before Sideshow announced.

[galactiboy]

My wait list place has been converted officially into an order.

Woo-Hoo!!!

The wait list really works!

:chew :chew :chew :chew :chew :chew :chew :chew :chew :chew

Now I gotta get my Boromir converted!!!

Told ya bro! Gotta keep the faith!!! Now where are those Ape-o-nauts?!?

[Hoser]

Seeing Legolas brings one real thing to mind, SSC has seriously been neglecting the 1/6 LOTR line. We need to see a bunch of new pieces or at least concept art or primary sculpts at TF. Andy said right before he left that he was working on an LOTR figure and we haven't seen that one yet so there is at least one more in the pipe...

It's funny you mention this cause I was wondering the same thing. C'mon Sideshow keep this line ALIVE!!! I just decided to go with this line!

My only hope is that SS is taking thier sweet time due to quality control. I just wish someone from SS would come out and tell us yes this line is going strong or count your blessing you got 4 figures!

[Captain Faramir]

I've just been playing around with the elven cloak and have decided that it is one of the best accessories we have (too nice for an exclusive perhaps, but I digress). The pattern is extremely subtle and looks fabulous in the 1/6 scale, and it's thin enough to drape just perfectly over their shoulders, under their packs, or in any other way you choose to pose them. The hood is just the right size, and up or down it looks incredibly natural with very little adjustment required to make it sit well.

Also, the hands are just amazing. I can't get over how wonderful they are; they are sculpted in gestures you just can't find in 1/6 figures, and look so natural it's just phenomenal. The bow hand, knife hands, the exclusive stabbing hand (one of the best exclusives EVER)--all of them are superior in every respect. The stabbing hand alone is worth looking for just as much as the cloak; they really are beautiful.

I've also noticed that Legolas seems to be much more natural than my other 12" figures. His joints are tight and strong, but have just the right amount of give to allow him a very natural posture. Also, I've become very, very happy with the leggings. They are certainly thin, but rather than looking skinny and wiry, they give him a slender feel which is absolutely perfect for this figure. Just great.

Also, the arrows are amazing. Not a single one of mine was anything less than perfectly straight--no bends, no curves, no flaws. The shape of the head is just right, and they fit in his hands better than I could have possibly hoped. Don't sit on the fence, people! He's worth your money! Trust me!

[Captain Faramir]

Faramir had better be this good......................:tap

[Indiana Fett]

Faramir had better be this good......................:tap

HAHA! Agreed! And Boromir too...and the REST of the line for that matter!!!

:D

[the angry orc]

just got all the gear on my legolas. he looks so friggin' bad ass with the cloak and quiver on. at this particular moment, he may have displaced the chopper predator as my number 1 on my 'favorite' list. the elven cloak is a super addition to this piece and sideshow has to know they would make a fortune if they would sell them individually or something. great figure.

[jpcreations26]

Per request here is another pic.

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f184/jpcreations26/Sideshow/Heydispictures004.jpg

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f184/jpcreations26/Sideshow/Heydispictures007.jpg

[nash]

can someone take a pic of the quiver and how it attaches together?

[jedibear]

Thank you, jpcreations26....that's perfect!

[jedibear]

I've just been playing around with the elven cloak and have decided that it is one of the best accessories we have (too nice for an exclusive perhaps, but I digress). The pattern is extremely subtle and looks fabulous in the 1/6 scale, and it's thin enough to drape just perfectly over their shoulders, under their packs, or in any other way you choose to pose them. The hood is just the right size, and up or down it looks incredibly natural with very little adjustment required to make it sit well.....


Pictures, sir! Those of us waiting must have pictures!
I get some of my best posing ideas from folks here...not to mention tips on how to deal with all of the different accessories...

[LINQ0311]

I beleive that's the Toy Biz 1/6 scale Gimly from a couple of years ago.

Thanks! :)

[Captain Faramir]

I don't have a camera, so I can never post pictures here (and I can't afford to get one in case you are wondering), but here's how to put on the quiver:

place the quiver so that the back is away from you. Take the long cord that extends from the brooch, where there are three connections; only one is not attached to the quiver. Put Legolas' left arm and put it through the two which connect to the quiver. You can then take the last cord and bring it over his chest towards the bottom left of the quiver. Legolas should be facing you with the quiver almost on. Now take the little cord which is attached to the bottom left of the quiver, at the base of the knives. Tie that cord with the one you brought over his chest, and make sure it is tied until it is taut. Adjust as you will and he should look fine.

Again, I wish I had pictures but I can barely even afford enough to eat this week. Otherwise I'd have more pictures here than you could shake a stick at (which is a shame since I love art photography and I wish I could contribute some beautiful pictures. Oh well!).

[Darth Loki]

I still don't like the changes to the jaw. I hope he looks a lot better in person. I should find out tomorrow.

[FlyAndFight]

These figures don't look that great in the box, regardless of how nice these boxes really are. It's when you take them out and gear them up and pose them, that they come alive. Same thing happened to my Aragorn. It was when I had him on the shelf, all set up, that he won me over big-time.

[NSFolsom]

I've received mine and I like this figure alot.

However, it is the exclusive and I'm trying to figure out how Legolas' quiver is tied while he's wearing his elven cloak. In pictures it looks as if there is a hole where the lower strap would go through, underneath the cloak, like this...

http://www.theargonath.cc/characters/legolas/pictures/legolas122.jpg

And not go around the cloak like this shows...

http://www.sideshowtoy.com/mas_assets/jpg/92081_press01-001.jpg

I'm debating whether or not I should put a small hole in his cloak so I can achieve the look from the film. I'm watching The Fellowship of the Ring and Two Towers for reference right now.

[Wor-Gar]

Now take the little cord which is attached to the bottom left of the quiver, at the base of the knives. Tie that cord with the one you brought over his chest, and make sure it is tied until it is taut. Adjust as you will and he should look fine.


OK, quick note here: there is a metal hook at the base of the quiver and a small hole on the end of that one loose strap -- the strap is meant to be attached to the hook. You do not tie the strap. Hunt around and you will see the little metal hook. If you tie those straps you risk snapping them. Also, as further proof, there are hanging straps on each side of the quiver that are meant to be left hanging. Check out the prod pics.

Just wanted to warn people before someone snapped their strap. :)

[Captain Faramir]

Oh ok I see it now--but it doesn't seem very secure when I do it that way; I may do a combo of both to keep the cord strong and the quiver in place both at once.

[Xander]

Mine should be here Thursday, HOPEFULLY Wdnesday! I'm probably gonna pop in the trilogy again before then or at least the Fellowship. I'm really excited and it looks like I won't have to touch a thing, at least as far as his face goes. I really think he looks great!

[Captain Faramir]

It's funny, when I had Aragorn displayed on his own or with the SW dudes, he always seemed out of place and awkward, but with Legolas by his side, he's one of the most beautiful pieces I have ever enjoyed. I think that's going to be a hallmark of the LOTR 1/6 line; they are going to make the most elegant 1/6 display ever, if only because they are so harmonious when displayed together. Some of the other lines look good but seem to have a few odd ducks here and there, but the few LOTR figures we have look SO GOOD together! It's unreal!

Plus all the girls who come to my apartment to chill can't get enough of the two--I had forgotten what chick magnets Aragorn and Legolas were until girls started coming by just to stare at them! :rotfl

[Customikey]

I'm debating whether or not I should put a small hole in his cloak so I can achieve the look from the film. I'm watching The Fellowship of the Ring and Two Towers for reference right now.


I don't know....
I kinda dig the cape sort of tied back like that. Gives his arms room to draw and shoot without all that material getting in the way. Holes in cloth is a tricky proposition, because as the strap moves around and shifts, it could tear the hole bigger. Then where would you be?

Mine arrives today!! For once, I'm actually glad I got the DiD version, which came with a Lothlorien bow! My Leggy's gettin' an upgrade!:woo

[Customikey]

Just got him. Nothing anyone has said even comes close to truly encompassing the awesomeness of this figure. Legolas makes me weep for the wait between releases. I'm officially hooked on this line and it's inherent greatness.

In short, he's astounding.

[MaulFan]

Well not that I don't trust people, but it's comforting to know that people who often share my opinions on these figures are finding this to be worth it. Mikey, I had an Exclusive Wait List conversion and I held out for final in hand judgement, do you think I'll be greatful for my conversion when he arrives on Wednesday?

[pjam]

Just got him. Nothing anyone has said even comes close to truly encompassing the awesomeness of this figure. Legolas makes me weep for the wait between releases. I'm officially hooked on this line and it's inherent greatness.

In short, he's astounding.

Totally agree Mikey, one of the top 5 figures SSC ever made IMO...

[Darren Carnall]

you gonna do anything to it Mikey?

[NSFolsom]

I don't know....
I kinda dig the cape sort of tied back like that. Gives his arms room to draw and shoot without all that material getting in the way. Holes in cloth is a tricky proposition, because as the strap moves around and shifts, it could tear the hole bigger. Then where would you be?
Thanks, Mikey.

This figure is awesome. Simply awesome.

I went ahead and did it last night. I don't forsee the holes getting any bigger because of this. I'm really happy with the way it looks.

Some pics for your consideration...

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http://img184.imageshack.us/img184/379/imag0005jq4.jpg
http://img403.imageshack.us/img403/7715/imag0004ip9.jpg
http://img296.imageshack.us/img296/7237/imag0003jj3.jpg
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(http://imageshack.us)

[Seaward]

Where on the cloaks did you make the incisions? It looks really nice tied through the cloak like that, and much more movie accurate.

[NSFolsom]

Where on the cloaks did you make the incisions? It looks really nice tied through the cloak like that, and much more movie accurate.
Thanks, Seaward. Movie accurate was what I was definitely going for. I used a small, but very sharp, scissors to poke the holes. If I needed the hole bigger I just pushed it further through the cloak. I made the holes while it was still being "worn" by Legolas for the best placement. The closer towards the body the better.

http://img250.imageshack.us/img250/6922/imag0001as2.jpg

http://img184.imageshack.us/img184/2778/imag0004yd0.jpg

http://img294.imageshack.us/img294/6301/imag0002mj1.jpg

http://img260.imageshack.us/img260/5710/imag0003ig8.jpg

http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/6201/imag0001sk4.jpg
I almost forgot about showing the third hole... sheesh.

[Seaward]

Awesome, thanks for the pictures and the advice. My Legolas arrives today, and I figure this could be an easy customization, and not damage the cloak too much. The cuts you made look to be very unobtrusive, and the display looks really nice!
Thanks again!

[NSFolsom]

Awesome, thanks for the pictures and the advice. My Legolas arrives today, and I figure this could be an easy customization, and not damage the cloak too much. The cuts you made look to be very unobtrusive, and the display looks really nice!
Thanks again!

It was my pleasure. Thanks again, Seaward. Good luck. I hope it turns out ok for ya.

[carbo-fation]

I FINALLY got him!!!! This figure is insane! Sideshow did a marvelous job; everything on this piece is excellent, from the sculpt to the outfit to the accessories. Thanks Sideshow for this amazing figure!
:chew :chew :chew :chew :chew :chew :chew :chew

[The Josh]

I agree this piece is really fantastic. IMO the way the jaw looks in pics I can't see it in the actual piece. The detail is just plain nutty.

http://img187.imageshack.us/img187/9331/img0089qr6.th.jpg (http://img187.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0089qr6.jpg)

[Seaward]

Doily!!

Sweet!!

[The Josh]

No problem have to give LOTR the doily treatment as well. It's a impressive piece as I said and the pics came out nicely despite the time of day.

[Customikey]

MaulFan, you will DEFNITELY be happy!

Hunky, OF COURSE I have to repaint him. For the challenge, and also because I have to make him match everything else on my shelf. I've "painted myself into a corner."

I can't quit messing with him! The hands are just phenominal! Sideshow has truly outdone themselves.

[Wor-Gar]

Thanks, Seaward. Movie accurate was what I was definitely going for. I used a small, but very sharp, scissors to poke the holes. If I needed the hole bigger I just pushed it further through the cloak. I made the holes while it was still being "worn" by Legolas for the best placement. The closer towards the body the better.

A masterful job. And great pictures.

How did you separate the loop part of the belt to get it through the holes?

I agree this piece is really fantastic. IMO the way the jaw looks in pics I can't see it in the actual piece. The detail is just plain nutty.

Josh, doily or no, that is one of the best pics of Legolas yet. The jaw looks much closer to the actual figure there.

[The Josh]

And Josh, doily or no, that is one of the best pics of Legolas yet. The jaw looks much closer to the actual figure there.

Thanks! I can't say enough about how nice a job this new camera does. Maybe it's all in my head on how well its doing but I think the photos are coming out very nice IMO.

[pjam]

I agree this piece is really fantastic. IMO the way the jaw looks in pics I can't see it in the actual piece. The detail is just plain nutty.

http://img187.imageshack.us/img187/9331/img0089qr6.th.jpg (http://img187.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0089qr6.jpg)


Beauty J1! That's what he looks like to me too, agreed WG!:D

[The Josh]

Thanks guys!! Means a lot. Really it does. I wanna take great pics to share which is one of the reasons I bought the new camea.

[galactiboy]

http://img184.imageshack.us/img184/379/imag0005jq4.jpg


Probably one of the least chinned shots I've seen nice job! I can't wait till the 32st to get mine!!!

And Josh, Doily rocks man!!! :rock :rock :rock

[The Josh]

NS did a great job on his shots.

Thanks GB!!

[MaulFan]

I can't wait to photograph Legolas this week, and for those of you who saw my Aragorn design, I'll be putting Legolas into the same format.

[The Josh]

Looking forward to that MF!!

[NSFolsom]

Probably one of the least chinned shots I've seen nice job! I can't wait till the 32st to get mine!!!

And Josh, Doily rocks man!!! :rock :rock :rock

I don't get it. Chinned? Hehe... :lol

[Customikey]

I don't get it. Chinned? Hehe... :lol


Leggy's been taking it on the chin, but he always keeps his chin up, even when the chins are down and life seems like a giant steaming pile of chin.

[nash]

hmmm anyone had a hard time putting on Lego's quiver? It seems like the strap is way too short to reach the little metal hook on the other side....especially to fit over his cloak. :confused:

[NSFolsom]

NS did a great job on his shots.

Thanks, Josh!

[Sachiel]

Just got mine. WOW this is a great piece, better than Aragorn. Those production pics look like a different figure compared to what I got. It actually looks more like Bloom than the prototype. Only faults are the way the 'skirt' splays out (which can be 'fixed' using the stand) and the to big silver shirt. Oh, and the handles and sheaths for the knifes are not painted white they're the same color as the blades. Chin isn't noticable. He is still a great figure. I like how this line hasn't been plagued with the big-head syndrome and I hope it stays that way. I hope Star Wars rectifies this, it makes the figures look that much better and more 'real'. And I noticed the cloak has a hole which the brooch has a peg which was glued in. I'm thinking this was a production mistake.
One more thing that's not about the actual figure, but I'd like to see the packaging start using the magnets (it can be magic instead of the force:D) and stop using the tape too. I'd like something like the Medicom package (excpet without tape outside) the inside tray has big indents on each corner that hold it very secure. More collector friendly.:chew

I notced my quiver is switched around compared to what the package shows.
Like this:http://img131.imageshack.us/my.php?image=9208press040hz.jpg

[NSFolsom]

Leggy's been taking it on the chin, but he always keeps his chin up, even when the chins are down and life seems like a giant steaming pile of chin.

Oh I see. Thanks, Mikey.

[The Josh]

hmmm anyone had a hard time putting on Lego's quiver? It seems like the strap is way too short to reach the little metal hook on the other side....especially to fit over his cloak. :confused:

It took me a second but I got it fairly easily.

Thanks, Josh!

No problem!!

[Wor-Gar]

I can't wait to photograph Legolas this week, and for those of you who saw my Aragorn design, I'll be putting Legolas into the same format.

Please repost that Aragorn when you give us Leggy. Thanks in advance.

[MaulFan]

Please repost that Aragorn when you give us Leggy. Thanks in advance.

No problem, I think I'll do one with them back to back too, kinda like Obi-Anakin.

[Wor-Gar]

No problem, I think I'll do one with them back to back too, kinda like Obi-Anakin.

Nice.... :)

[carbo-fation]

I only wish Leggy's arms would stay in a higher postion. Everytime I try to put his arms up, they go right back down. I still need to find a pose that I like yet. Great fig though!:)

[MaulFan]

Well, in anticipation of Legolas' Wednesday delivery, here's the Aragorn graphic I came up with that I'll be putting Legolas into among other things.

http://www.swmmedia.com/SSC/aragorn.jpg

[The Mike]

Got Legolas today :legolas and while its definitely not the proto its still pretty impressive. I had a helleva time getting the arrow to stay drawn though but next to Aragorn he really does look great and make Aragorn look much better. The Broach being off kilter really is bugging me though but I'm definitely thankful I got the Cloak exclusive because it just didn't look right IMHO without. Can't wait for Boromir now.

[nash]

Got Legolas today :legolas and while its definitely not the proto its still pretty impressive. I had a helleva time getting the arrow to stay drawn though but next to Aragorn he really does look great and make Aragorn look much better. The Broach being off kilter really is bugging me though but I'm definitely thankful I got the Cloak exclusive because it just didn't look right IMHO without. Can't wait for Boromir now.

Yeah Mike, the brooch was definitely a low point. kind of dissapointed with it considering that the elvenstar on aragorn was well done.

[Darren Carnall]

Customikey, I can't wait to see what you do to it. I know what you mean about making all your paintjobs 'match'. I can't wait to get this figure, it looks great.... and i would REALLY like to NOT have to resculpt the face... as casting this looks more of a pain than Anakin an Obi-Wan (flexible hair... although I'm attempting it on Qui-Gon just for myself)

So i hope a repaint will do... or maybe a subtle resculpt just for myself with no casts, lol

Anyway... Aragorn is waiting for him. Damn I hate living in the UK :lol

[Darth Loki]

I got my Legolas yesterday. Didn't have time to even open him up but I'm almost scared to. I have a feeling I'm going to hate the changes and his jaw is going to bother the hell out of me.

[Seaward]

Loki,
I got Legolas last night, and I don't think you'll have much of anything to worry about. Legolas is as nice as Obi-wan in terms of sculpt. The big chin is really a product of camera lenses, it doesn't appear that way in person at all IMO. The detailing on the outfit is great, the exclusive cloak is awesome, even with the mislaid brooch. I will have to make two minor fixes, one to make some small holes in the cloak to allow the quiver to pass through, and with NSfolsom's help, they will be tiny and unobtrusive, but make him much more screen accurate, and one of the snaps to hold his green leather tunic in place is misaligned, causing the material to bunch. Luckily, I can just leave that unbuttoned, and tighten the belt to hold things in place. Legolas is really amazing, and Sideshow needs to make more figures soon!

[swiftlikessharpthings]

Wish I had a good camera to post pics (something I mean to get with income tax...), I just got Legolas yesterday and 'futzed' around with him last night. I think he was a worthy purchase, save for a few quibbles here and there:

-The headsculpt is fine by me. I haven't seen an Orlando headsculpt anywhere near this good on the Toybiz figures, and we all know how many different Leggies they had out there. I see the elongated chin that some folks are having problems with but it doesn't bother me; overall his likeness turned out better than Aragorn.

-The outfit could have been more form-fitting, but then I'm thinking the skinny SS body would make his head look huge by comparison. I'm not as satisfied with the clothing as Aragorn's, but Legolas didn't have as many layers to his costume, either. I like that the wrist bands are easy to remove, because you can't really pose the hands easily without taking them off and putting the arms into position first.

-The cloak is very nice but it bothers me that they included it with him and gave him his Mirkwood bow-- it makes no sense that he would have the cloak and not the other bow and quiver, it's not accurate, but oh well. I punched a hole in the right side of the cloak to make the quiver hang easier and let the cape flow and not look dopey, so not screen accurate but still looks good.

-What's up with the half-sheaths and hilts? They should have been able to make functioning sheaths for his monstrous knives if Aragorn has his 'eating knife' in its sheath.

I'd say he and Aragorn are the same quality, they just score higher in different aspects. Here's hoping a certain Son of Denethor blows them both away.

I give Leggy an 8.

[The Josh]

I think everyone in the end will be very pleased with legolas. The in hand photos I think have shown that this figure is pretty cool. For me SS did another great job on this figure.

[Geb]

I was worried about this figure when they published the production photos...but I got mine yesterday...and I must say...AMAZING figure! This is HUG WOW for me...the likeness is VERY good...the chin is hardly noticeable up close...VERY WELL DONE SIDESHOW...can't wait for Faramir and Boromir! Here are some pleliminary photos from the archives at The Green Dragon (http://www.thegd.com)!

http://www.thegd.com/images/Collectibles/LOTR/Sideshow/12-Inch/Legolas1.jpg
http://www.thegd.com/images/Collectibles/LOTR/Sideshow/12-Inch/Legolas2.jpg
http://www.thegd.com/i