Masters of the Universe Ram Man

 The Heroic Warriors character was one of the most curious "experimental" figures of the original line. With ability to ram objects, gates and groups of villains as a "Heroic Warrior", as a toy it had the ability to jump half an inch. The 2002 version kept the overall spirit but of course, enhanced it.

 
In his revisited 2002 version,  Four Horsemen Studios recreated the big and stuffed look of the funny character but gave it a more brute look which goes a lot more with the 2002 cartoon vision.

MOC 2002, Mattel.

Figure: "Ram Man". The only thing that is probably missing in this new look is the removable helmet, since Ram Man had a few TV moments that way. Other than that, a fine work as always.

Included accessory: Smashing Axe.

Fits on its back with a nice armor detail.

Just like the vintage figure, push it down and Ram Man will click and be ready to jump.

A very well placed button will activate the spring.

And this would be the way Ram Man would help the Masters in their moments of obstacle trouble. It may very well work with the toy if you´re up to the challenge of throwing your figure around... but don´t try this at home...

Back to "reality", while the 1983 figure was cut from a hollow plastic and totally limited when compared to most of the other MOTU originals, this 2002 figure had a few more articulation points such as neck, waist and wrists. Like I said before, it had a brute look and in many ways its appearance reflected the mix between the original mini comic bio and Filmation´s version for this character. A strong comic relief.

And I loved the (kept) buckle detail... !

Status: Available for trade

  

Castle Grayskull 2003 - Man-At-Arms tour

New for 2003, the v.2 of Grayskull came with a load of switches and sounds, lights and a lot of fun. With cool different details from the "Action Chip" version, it was a lot different from the original 1981 version of Grayskull.

 
With a modern "cartoon" look that actually fits the new story, this version is probably more play-directed since there´s no need for Action Chip figures to fully appreciate the toy.

MIB 2003, Mattel.

And for today´s view and review, please welcome the man responsible for many of Eternia´s security systems, Man-At-Arms as he explains He-Man what this "new" castle unfolds!

Thanks for watching and see you next time!

Status: Available for trade

 

Masters of the Universe Man-At-Arms

Teela´s foster father, Duncan, and better known as Man-At-Arms. A fierce soldier, commander and one of the most important characters in MOTU... universe. For one, because he´s one of the few who knows He-man ´s true (secret) identity!

For its 200X design, Man-At-Arms kept Filmation´s moustache, added to make the character look older and more experienced (wiser). Kept the club, lost the removable shin guard and gained a brutal hand cannon!

MOC 2002, Mattel.

As most of the "He-Man" line figures, comes with a removable chest armor.

A very detailed part of the figure by itself. The small hexagonal hole provides a cool backpack feature...

Included accessories.

And there we have it. The cannon attached to Man-At-Arms armor!

Push button for hand smash!

Push trigger to fire missile!

Figure: "Man-At-Arms". A brilliant remake from  Four Horsemen Studios bringing all us fans a (then) new and fresh look at this inventor and Prince Adam´s mentor.

And by the way, the should pad is not removable! However, and fully equipped, his left side is very well protected giving this "General" the chance to keep the Masters a strong and even side in every battle.

Status: Available for trade