MisterPL Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 Just wondering if anyone picked up DC Direct's Martian Manhunter Pocket Superhero figure that came with the JLA table and chairs. Do the table and chairs work well enough with 2-inch Minimates? If anybody's got pics, I'd appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jatta Pake Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 I'm logging in for a quick reply. Short answer: Yes. They work perfectly. I've been buying these up on Ebay as I've found them. I expect the value to skyrocket once the DC 'mates hit. Just keep in mind that you do NOT get the Batman or Superman chairs with the table pack. You need to buy the Batman and Superman deluxe packs to find those chairs. I advise all of you to grab these while you can. They will get very hard to find. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cappy Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 Urrmm... Well, I wouldn't say the fit perfectly, but it's close enough. The chairs are a bit over-sized and they make the mates look like kids. But then, we're used to that around here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpheon Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 Just keep in mind that you do NOT get the Batman or Superman chairs with the table pack. You need to buy the Batman and Superman deluxe packs to find those chairs. Anybody got pics of those? I need to know what to look for! A price for not only those but also the Martian Manhunter one would be great, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterPL Posted January 11, 2007 Author Share Posted January 11, 2007 I don't see Batman or Superman sitting at a table anyway. Batman would stand in the darkest corner he could find with his back to the wall while Superman would hover over the table like a Crayola piñata. Nice pic. You should put a pole in the table. Just a thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterPL Posted January 11, 2007 Author Share Posted January 11, 2007 Anybody got pics of those? Here's the Batman set and here's the Superman set. Awful, awful figures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cappy Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 Okay, here's a test run for you: Very usable, but not a made-for fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fujis Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 Thanks for the pic, Cappy! You just saved me some money. The 3" figs would look good with it though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisterPL Posted January 11, 2007 Author Share Posted January 11, 2007 Thanks, Cappy. Adorable. I think I'm gonna get one anyway. (I just want to PINCH that Flash!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cappy Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 :mutter: And here I was going to pawn mine off on Fujis... Actually, to any and all interested, it's actually a fun purchase, even if it doesn't fit 2" mates exactly. Very useful for any one who collects mini figs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jatta Pake Posted January 11, 2007 Share Posted January 11, 2007 Very usable, but not a made-for fit. Maybe I'm just deluded - I still think these ARE a made-for perfect fit. BTW: Great pics Cappy. You always have great pics. They fit for a couple reasons, in my opinion: 1. Minimates have a blocky cuteness. That cuteness is enhanced by the oversized table. 2. At relative size for 2" Minimates, the JLA table is big and roomy for our Minimate Justice League. It's a visual focal point which expresses gravatis, which I think the JLA has. I just can't see our little buddies defending the Multiverse on a small table. They need a BIG table for a BIG team. 3. I am ignoring the fact that our Minimate JLA would need a step stool to get into these chairs. I just think smaller chairs would look ... less... heroic. I haven't put a full team around my table yet for comparison, so maybe I'm just being deluded. I still think it looks best with the 2" Minimate. I can't wait until I get my hands on those new DC Minimates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glomit Posted January 14, 2007 Share Posted January 14, 2007 McCoy=Stern boss. :biggrin: Nice pics. Can those chairs swivel? I mean, it would be cool if everyone is sitting at the table and then Flash comes in and Batman swivels around and says "Late again, Flash. Tsk, tsk, that's four times this week". Glomit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdubya Posted January 14, 2007 Share Posted January 14, 2007 I bought one of these tables also when C3 first began hitting, but it has been in storage since the line was cancelled. I've always planned on adding the Batman and Superman chairs as well, but couldn't justify the price for just the chairs alone(the figures are worthless to me). Also, there is only space for the number of chairs provided; if two are added, then two must be removed and all of the caped (and winged in the case of an essential Hawkman or Hawkgirl) would have a difficult time sitting without removing their long rigid capes I'd imagine. Either way, I'll still hang on to it, but I'm afraid that the idea may be better than the practical use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Energy-Man Posted January 14, 2007 Share Posted January 14, 2007 i don't think i would buy it, it's kinda a waste o' cash-money if u ask me, i would just make one outta lego. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pyrot53 Posted January 14, 2007 Share Posted January 14, 2007 http://cgi.ebay.com/DC-Pocket-Super-Heroes...VQQcmdZViewItem if anyone is interrested in getting it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boonimusprime Posted January 15, 2007 Share Posted January 15, 2007 Flash looks like he needs a booster seat! Reminds me of my six year old nephew at my Mom's breakfast table, eating his cheerios. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Vox Posted February 2, 2007 Share Posted February 2, 2007 Ok, I really want the table now. I've been watching Ebay and nothing. I even tried a couple of the usual online toys outlets and all out of stock. Does anyone have any leads on just the main table set? I think I can get the Superman and Batman sets pretty easily still but that main Martian Manhunter with Table set is no where to be found. Maybe I don't know the right places to look.. ? who knows. Thanks in advance to anyone that can give me a heads up... C.Dub Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Donster Posted February 3, 2007 Share Posted February 3, 2007 I picked this up a few months back when the DCD Mates were announced I'm kind of bummed I need to pick up the Batman and Superman packs to get my remaining chairs, but it might be worth it in the end. While I will agree with MPL's assessment of Bat's and Supe's, it doesn't mean they wouldn't have a chair :tongue: Guess I'll be on the lookout for these after I catch up on my required reading in the forums Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reideen1313 Posted February 3, 2007 Share Posted February 3, 2007 Very usable, but not a made-for fit. Maybe I'm just deluded - I still think these ARE a made-for perfect fit. BTW: Great pics Cappy. You always have great pics. They fit for a couple reasons, in my opinion: 1. Minimates have a blocky cuteness. That cuteness is enhanced by the oversized table. 2. At relative size for 2" Minimates, the JLA table is big and roomy for our Minimate Justice League. It's a visual focal point which expresses gravatis, which I think the JLA has. I just can't see our little buddies defending the Multiverse on a small table. They need a BIG table for a BIG team. 3. I am ignoring the fact that our Minimate JLA would need a step stool to get into these chairs. I just think smaller chairs would look ... less... heroic. I haven't put a full team around my table yet for comparison, so maybe I'm just being deluded. I still think it looks best with the 2" Minimate. I can't wait until I get my hands on those new DC Minimates. I don't think it looks bad - I personally think the 3" fits just a bit better. Any chance of getting a pic of Flash standing next to the table - maybe between the table and chair (along with McCoy and Strider for scale)? As others have mentioned, I doubt that I'd want Batman sitting at the table yukking it up with the rest of the League, so I'd like to see how he'd look standing next to it/looming over it. If (as I suspect) his shoulder just barely reaches above the top of the table, it would probably be a no go for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cappy Posted February 3, 2007 Share Posted February 3, 2007 Hey Vox, I'd counsel patience in this case. Generally, there are a multiple listings for the table set on eBay, so just give it a couple more weeks. Do NOT spend a big amount on it, because this is definitely one of those items that, if you're patient, you can get a good deal. Reideen, I'll see what I can do for the picture, but your guess is fairly accurate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reideen1313 Posted February 3, 2007 Share Posted February 3, 2007 Hey Vox, I'd counsel patience in this case. Generally, there are a multiple listings for the table set on eBay, so just give it a couple more weeks. Do NOT spend a big amount on it, because this is definitely one of those items that, if you're patient, you can get a good deal. Reideen, I'll see what I can do for the picture, but your guess is fairly accurate. Cappy, if my mental image is pretty close, then I'm good. Thanks for the confirmation! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Donster Posted February 4, 2007 Share Posted February 4, 2007 For those who have picked these up, what's the plastic pieces in between the figures in the packaging? Here's a pic of it to help, illustrate what I'm looking at It isn't a chair at the bottom is it? Just curious, since it seemed weird. For those looking for them, there are some pretty good deals in some of the sellers online stores. I've seen the JLA set and Superman, but not Batman just yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdubya Posted February 4, 2007 Share Posted February 4, 2007 For those who have picked these up, what's the plastic pieces in between the figures in the packaging? Here's a pic of it to help, illustrate what I'm looking at It isn't a chair at the bottom is it? Just curious, since it seemed weird. For those looking for them, there are some pretty good deals in some of the sellers online stores. I've seen the JLA set and Superman, but not Batman just yet. Those are stands to hold the cardboard-backdrops for each figure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Santos L Halper Posted February 4, 2007 Share Posted February 4, 2007 Here is a quick set up I did to show some mates standing next to the table Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Vox Posted February 13, 2007 Share Posted February 13, 2007 I tracked down a good price on the Superman set. I'll donate the figures to the kids and keep the chair. Now to see how patient I can be watching ebay for the table and chairs set. (quite a few batman sets out there too.. but seem a bit expensive.. I think I'll have to show some patience there as well) Great find everybody.. yet another reason I visit this forum. Vox Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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