Answers to WTFWTK 2.57!

**JVS3** · May 4, 2011, 07:37am

**Tallstar** · May 4, 2011, 08:03am

Aren't they ending up with pie in their face for NOT teasing another figure, though?

**Staff Of Ka** · May 4, 2011, 08:49am

YAY! No one asked about Dials!!!!!

BOO! They dont rule out another Dentist style abomination!!

dang!

**HordeFan** · May 4, 2011, 08:50am

I'm really surprised they're going to re-issue Orko and Adam!! Well, I guess they are main characters and all but I thought sub exclusives and SDCC items weren't going to be re-issued.

**Croaker** · May 4, 2011, 09:08am

Little passive-aggressive on that first answer (in keeping with how they seemed to have answered many other sites this month as well).

**MegaGearMax** · May 4, 2011, 09:18am

Originally Posted by JVS3

3. guy-dude:
We learned about the Faceless One on May 6, 2009 two years before he was slated to be released. Could we now find out what April 2013's figure is slated to be? It was fun to have that countdown marker.

We teased a 2011 figure back in 2009 to show fans how far we had the line planned down. At this point most fans know this so we won’t be “teasing” and more future figures. Especially since plans do often change and we don’t want to wind up with pie on our face (even Faceless one wound up changing from his original slot of May 2011 to June 2011 due to logistical issues!)

I don't like this answer. Toyguru, despite The Faceless One not keeping the May slot, the fact that he was leaked two years early HELPED illustrate that the line was planned well in advance. I think TG underestimates the effect of knowing how far the line is being planned has on fans who think every little slip-up like King Hssss' shoulders or wasted tooling dollars means the beginning of the end of the line.

The revealed character doesn't even has to be a major character. It should be someone non-vintage and obscure. This would be wonderful for POP or NA fans who usually feel snubbed. Really, is revealing that Butthead or Perfuma is planned for August 2013 going to upset anything?

**markatisu** · May 4, 2011, 09:24am

I wonder what really happened with Cartoon Network, we know it was supposed to come with a DVD but then they backed out leaving Mattel holding the extra stock.

**phantom1592** · May 4, 2011, 10:11am

Originally Posted by HordeFan

I'm really surprised they're going to re-issue Orko and Adam!! Well, I guess they are main characters and all but I thought sub exclusives and SDCC items weren't going to be re-issued.

The SDCC color change version, and the SDCC tatoo He-ro will never see the light of day again. But the Matty versions are still possible and always have been.

Actually I think the Sub exclusives are the only things they've ever said will never be released again.

**Prahvus** · May 4, 2011, 10:24am

2. TheFallen:
While I really enjoyed his inclusion in the line, Mo-Larr was met with mixed reactions. Has this experience with Mo-Larr soured you on releasing any further "celebrity" MOTUC figures in the future and are there any characters that would fall into this category?

Mo-Larr actually sold just as well as any other figure despite fans on both sides of the aisle with strong opinions. We did have leftover stock due to Cartoon Network backing out of their order at the last minute. But the quota we sold through on Mattycollector.com was the same as any other figure. So it is clear there is a market for this type of figure. You never know what the future will bring.

While it's VERY clear and obvious to any fan following MOTUC sales that Mo-Larr DIDN'T sell very well (and definitely slowlier than the regular figures), Mattel insists on the contrary !

So, it seems we can expect more NON-MOTU characters appearing and taking skus, tooling and slots of requested figures ! Mo-Larr was an exception and was funded by a partner, but if Cartoon Network backed out of their order, I guess Mattel might take other measures for the next joke/non-MOTU figures...

I'm definitely against such non-MOTU figures : they delay the release of genuine MOTU ( & POP & NA) figures, and delay even further the release of popular figures.

I for one won't buy non-MOTU characters, and certainly not joke characters.

**Darkspecter** · May 4, 2011, 12:06pm

Originally Posted by markatisu

I wonder what really happened with Cartoon Network, we know it was supposed to come with a DVD but then they backed out leaving Mattel holding the extra stock.

I want to know this as well. Not very nice of Cartoon Network.

Other than that...kind of boring this round.

They should have teased another figure! Even if if falls out by a few months or whatever, it's fun to have on your "figure ticker." We ALL had fun with the Faceless One countdown. *shrugs*

**zodak74** · May 4, 2011, 06:27pm

Originally Posted by Croaker

Little passive-aggressive on that first answer (in keeping with how they seemed to have answered many other sites this month as well).

I agree... RUDE! LOL... when that question was posted, it was well before they answered the same one on all of the other sites' Q & A's.

**TheFallen** · May 4, 2011, 07:48pm

Originally Posted by JVS3

TheFallen:
While I really enjoyed his inclusion in the line, Mo-Larr was met with mixed reactions. Has this experience with Mo-Larr soured you on releasing any further "celebrity" MOTUC figures in the future and are there any characters that would fall into this category?[/I]

Mo-Larr actually sold just as well as any other figure despite fans on both sides of the aisle with strong opinions. We did have leftover stock due to Cartoon Network backing out of their order at the last minute. But the quota we sold through on Mattycollector.com was the same as any other figure. So it is clear there is a market for this type of figure. You never know what the future will bring.

I didn't ask about how well he sold, I just wanted to know if they would sell another celebrity figure.

I am glad they would still think about it regardless off all you fans who hated the idea. I guess you're not 'true fans' like the rest of us

**PrinceAdam101** · May 4, 2011, 08:08pm

Originally Posted by MegaGearMax

I don't like this answer. Toyguru, despite The Faceless One not keeping the May slot, the fact that he was leaked two years early HELPED illustrate that the line was planned well in advance. I think TG underestimates the effect of knowing how far the line is being planned has on fans who think every little slip-up like King Hssss' shoulders or wasted tooling dollars means the beginning of the end of the line.

The revealed character doesn't even has to be a major character. It should be someone non-vintage and obscure. This would be wonderful for POP or NA fans who usually feel snubbed. Really, is revealing that Butthead or Perfuma is planned for August 2013 going to upset anything?

It's a terrific point you've made. If I knew Sagitar or the Wizardess were being planned into the line in two years, it would be HUGE and a nice thing to keep in mind as the months roll by!

Originally Posted by JVS3

2. TheFallen:
While I really enjoyed his inclusion in the line, Mo-Larr was met with mixed reactions. Has this experience with Mo-Larr soured you on releasing any further "celebrity" MOTUC figures in the future and are there any characters that would fall into this category?

Mo-Larr actually sold just as well as any other figure despite fans on both sides of the aisle with strong opinions. We did have leftover stock due to Cartoon Network backing out of their order at the last minute. But the quota we sold through on Mattycollector.com was the same as any other figure. So it is clear there is a market for this type of figure. You never know what the future will bring.

YAH! Hope for JOSH is still alive! That is, if they made him a comedic character...

**Mr. Shokoti** · May 5, 2011, 02:58pm

Originally Posted by Tallstar

Aren't they ending up with pie in their face for NOT teasing another figure, though?

I wouldn't if I were them. If they tease a figure and, for some reason, it doesn't come out the month or year they "promised", there will be WWIII on the forums again.

Originally Posted by TheFallen

I am glad they would still think about it regardless off all you fans who hated the idea. I guess you're not 'true fans' like the rest of us

I'm right with you. I'm not even a big Robot Chicken fan(I don't hate it, but I don't watch it either), but I really liked Mo-Larr. As long as the "joke" fits into MOTU and doesn't involve bathroom humor(I don't want a "Kitty Litter Cringer" for instance

), I think it keeps the fun in this line strong. I know some people want He-Man & The Masters Of The Universe to be about the "hardcore" bloody battles of a blonde Conan, but I am definitely not one of those people. I say bring on Stinkor, Rio Blast, Ninjor, and the Comet Warriors.

**guitargod694** · May 5, 2011, 03:02pm

Originally Posted by Mr. Shokoti

I wouldn't if I were them. If they tease a figure and, for some reason, it doesn't come out the month or year they "promised", there will be WWIII on the forums again.

Really?
I don't remember people being very upset that the Faceless One got bumped a month.
Most of the replies I remember were sympathetic and to the effect of "better to bump it a month than rush it".

I don't see the harm. But it's their call... if they really don't want to do it, ok.
*shrug*

**Darkspecter** · May 5, 2011, 03:04pm

Originally Posted by Mr. Shokoti

(I don't want a "Kitty Litter Cringer" for instance

)

I wonder if that will be the hand out this year at SDCC like the Moss Man deodorant?

**Mr. Shokoti** · May 5, 2011, 03:12pm

Originally Posted by guitargod694

Really?
I don't remember people being very upset that the Faceless One got bumped a month.

Who can remember at this point? While there are some legitimate reasons to be unhappy with Mattel, I've also seen people flip out over things that I would never have dreamed anyone would get mad about.

**guitargod694** · May 5, 2011, 03:25pm

Originally Posted by Mr. Shokoti

Who can remember at this point? While there are some legitimate reasons to be unhappy with Mattel, I've also seen people flip out over things that I would never have dreamed anyone would get mad about.

True... there are things that some people care about that I don't understand.
But I read literally every post in this forum, and I don't recall anyone reacting to the news with anything that seemed over the top.

But then, I read literally every post in this forum, so perhaps that is clouding my memory.
I feel like I have a pretty good handle on what things people, in general, did and did not get riled up about.
But maybe I'm wrong.

**Mr. Shokoti** · May 5, 2011, 03:27pm

Originally Posted by guitargod694

But maybe I'm wrong.

If that's how you remember it, you're probably right.

**guitargod694** · May 5, 2011, 03:38pm

Originally Posted by Mr. Shokoti

If that's how you remember it, you're probably right.

Not at all trying to prove you wrong, I was just genuinely curious if I was mis-remembering, so I looked it up!

http://www.he-man.org/forums/boards/...d.php?t=199367

And one thing I forgot which may be a factor is that when he was bumped,
it was for a "female figure".
I think that may have softened the blow that some people would've otherwise felt.
But still, people were generally very cool with it.
And it's fun to read back over people's old speculation and see what came to be and what didn't.

**Mr. Shokoti** · May 5, 2011, 05:31pm

Originally Posted by guitargod694

Not at all trying to prove you wrong, I was just genuinely curious if I was mis-remembering, so I looked it up!

Don't worry about it. I didn't think you were trying to prove me wrong. I also wasn't trying to be sarcastic or play the martyr.

I figured I just remembered wrong. As a mod, I'm sure you've retained a lot more of the past posts than I ever have. Not only do I not click on every thread, I often skim over a lot of posts. You have to read all of them.

**beyond the legends** · May 7, 2011, 09:45am

I hate how all we got was "yes, he will have vac metalized armor" when he knew that and pointed out that he knew by stating that he'd seen him as such at a convention. The question here was, will we have other characters in the same type of vac metallization, like Entrapta?!

I personally would love to get her this way again if it can be done well. I'd also love to see a He-Man and She-Ra (both silver and gold) sword done with the blades vac metalized like we saw in the life size version at the con.

**Big Papa** · May 7, 2011, 10:19am

Can someone please tell me what WTFWTK means? I've been racking my brain trying to figure it out.

**Tallstar** · May 7, 2011, 10:22am

Originally Posted by Big Papa

Can someone please tell me what WTFWTK means? I've been racking my brain trying to figure it out.

What-The-Fans-Want-To-Know

**Big Papa** · May 7, 2011, 11:11am

Originally Posted by Tallstar

What-The-Fans-Want-To-Know

Thank you sir. That makes more sense than what I thought it was...... Although what I thought was a heck of a lot funnier.

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