Darkseid
Posted on July 10, 2013
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Some time ago, the prototype Darkseid figure made its way to eBay. Fortunately for us customizers, this prototype was molded and cast.
I think it’s fair to say most of us agree the prototype is far superior to the Darkseid that Mattel released to mass retail. However, it still suffers from a common Mattel problem: its too short! I wanted to correct that problem, and make a superior Darkseid.
The torso, head, and upper arms come from the prototype. The hands are from the “Destroyer” Darkseid. The “skirt” and legs are from the mass-release Darkseid, bound by a vinyl belt.
This was one of the first figures I made using rare-Earth magnets for the joints. What a joy! I’ll never go back to manufacturing pegs again!
Created March 2013
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Easy: A simple parts swap. Little if any paint.
Basic: Some modified parts. Mostly a new paint job.
Moderate: New and modified parts.
Advanced: All of the above, plus a great deal of original sculpting.
Yes, I just started using rare earth magnets myself. They’re incredible. I’m never trying pegs again either.
They are pretty amazing.