SUMMARY:
Released in Hasbro’s 2017 “Build-A-Warlock (New Mutants)” Marvel Legends series, this 6-inch Lorna “Polaris” Dane of the X-Men appears in her classic green costume.
Aside from a detachable green rubber cloak, her costume is completely painted on, including the gauntlets and tiara. The articulation points include: 1. The head nods and comfortably swivels in both directions. Yet, the head rotation is encumbered by her hair. 2. Bending at the elbows, her arms can rotate a full 360-degrees. 3. The wrists have minimal flexibility. 4. Her upper body doesn’t swivel but can slightly bend into a bowing pose. 5. The knee joints allow slight bending. 6. The legs sport decent flexibility. 7. When properly positioned, the figure can stand indefinitely in display poses.
In her back is a peg hole for the dark green cloak. Her ‘magnetic powers’ are represented by two light green energy rubber props that her hands can grip. The bottom of her feet include peg holes for display stands she will fit on, though none are included.
Note: Other figures in this particular series are: Colossus; Shatterstar; Dazzler (classic ‘70s look); Cyclops (90’s uniform); Sunfire; and Old Man Logan (Wolverine).
REVIEW:
The look of this Polaris figure is superb, including a flawless paint job. Sporting a wonderfully sculpted face, her green eyes, eyebrows, and lipstick are top-caliber. In terms of her articulation points (or more its lack thereof), this figure should really be construed more as a display choice than an actual toy. The well-constructed ‘magnetic powers’ certainly help for various posing angles. However, the detachable cloak is problematic — trying to re-attach and keep it firmly in place by maneuvering around her hair is harder than it should be. Still, as an addition to any action figure collection, this Marvel Legends’ Polaris is a stellar homage to this long-time X-Men member.
ADDITIONAL CONTENT:
The ‘magnetic powers’ are a cool prop that easily attach to her hands. The Build-A-Warlock piece included is his left leg.
PACKAGING:
Hasbro does an excellent job promoting the figure in its nicely-manufactured box.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 8½ Stars
