Showcase Superman

During the Silver Age of comic books DC Comics did some really strange things with its characters--specifically Superman.

During that period it was discovered that there were various types of Kryptonite: blue, gold, rainbow, etc.

Red Kryptonite had the strangest effect of all on Superman.  It would physically and mentally change him to beasts, monsters, mutations, his size, abilities-the list went on and on.

DC Direct, in homage to Superman’s Red Kryptonite woes, released a Showcase Presents Series 1 Action Figures Superman that pays tribute to said changes.

The Showcase Presents Superman is fashioned after the art of Wayne Boring and Curt Swan as seen during the Silver Age.

The slightly heavyset figure features the characteristic Superman with a square jaw of that period and the overemphasized curl of his black hair.

The face of the figure has classic features with a high brow, straight nose and deep set eyes and determined lips.

The heavily muscled torso showcases Superman’s impressive chest, powerful arms, slim waist and muscular legs.

It's painted bright blue and red with yellow highlights on the Superman ‘S’ insignia and yellow belt and buckle.

The figure wears the classic (pre-52 and pre-Rebirth) outfit with a long flowing red cape, red trunks and high top boots.

The figure features full articulation easily hid by the cloth folds and bright colors.  It’s secured in place by heavy wire and like its accessories it is cocooned in a form-fitting plastic shell and protected by the package’s clear plastic bubble shape.

Accessories include a lion’s head with full mane and deep set eyes, lion paws, a blade huge cranium Superman head, and extra set of open hands and an insectoid head with separate attachable antenna.  

I remember the classic Red Kryptonite tales and they were always fun to read.  A little strange, but enjoyable, just as this figure is.

Color application is bright, crisp and clean. Also included is a special Showcase base for posing the figure.

Matthew 24:42 (NKJV) “Watch therefore, for you do not know what hour your Lord is coming.”