Review - ReAction Figures MF DOOM

 

Super7's Reaction Figures just released their Kenner-ized take on your favorite rapper's favorite rapper, MF DOOM; his first official action figure since KidRobot's 2007 Madvillain vinyl, which, like all DOOM merch, has become a bit ridiculously overpriced as the years go on. So it goes.

I've been a massive DOOM fan for years, as well as toy collector, so you know I jumped all over the chance to finally own the supervillain in poseable, playable, toxic plastic form; needless to say, it immediately sold out, but I was one of the lucky few to swoop in before the scalpers. 

Reaction is known for their basically endless re-releases, redecos and repackagings, so don't feel left out if you weren't quick to the draw; as suggested by the packaging design and flavor text, this particular DOOM is themed around his wicked debut album, Doomsday - all but guaranteeing variants based on cuts like Madvillain, Mm... Food and his further discography. They've already got a head start on King Geedora.

DOOM's in his iconic green hoodie, ten and a half Timbs, and metal-face mask; its actually his more recognizable Roman-esque mask which debuted following the release of Doomsday, rather than the spray painted Kane mask seen in the album's promotional materials. They obviously made the right choice, but I do hope they try their hand at its original design someday. Could be a neat exclusive. The mask is a real shiny silver, which stands out nicely against the otherwise matte, but bold palette. I also really like his gruff beard, painted on in small dark patches - looks great. 

His sculpt is a solid mix of accuracy and style, keeping within the concept of retro Kenner while still appropriately capturing DOOM's likeness. As one might expect, he's got five points of articulation - more or less universal to the ReAction series, per Kenner tradition. Very "toyetic", but not so much as to make it cheap, or any less of an art piece - in fact, I think that just makes it all the more visually interesting. 

Destro comes with a tiny little mic, which I immediately feared would get lost fast; but, thankfully, his right hand is sculpted in a very solid gripping pose, so chances are it at least won't fall out while on display. That's all she wrote, as far as accessories go, and I can't say I expected more - but, I would've liked to see a big ol' bottle of brew, or maybe some MF-Os. 

DOOM is just the eye catching, hip-hop twist on Marvel's classic baddie you're promised, and in every way looks awesome. A vintage inspired action figure is truly the perfect match for DOOM's old school nerdball persona - I just wish he were still here with us to pit this little dude against Vader and the crew. Here's to the future of these wicked mini DOOMbots - assuming we obsessive collectors didn't hit a lucky strike grabbing this one.