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4/21/13

Despero :: Batman: The Brave and the Bold

Another Brave and the Bold villain joins the ranks as Despero arrives at Toyriffic Headquarters!

Released in a two pack with a black/grey Batman and never appearing anywhere near me when at retail, this Despero finally comes to my collection via a trade with Retro Toy Safari. Thanks LeAnne!

He also originally came with a sword accessory, but he never wielded a sword in the cartoon that I recall, and a sword isn't a canon weapon for Despero, so I am fine with not having it. Especially since I never thought I'd gain a Brave and the Bold Despero to begin with!

Despero is a great figure - he's unique to the line in that he has a plastic cape, his belt is unique to him and not just painted on, and his three-eyed head sculpt is top notch and the perfect match to his appearance on the episode 'The Eye of Despero!'

My intern was a little unsure of this intergalactic despot at first...

...but he proved harmless in the end.

I also recently gained a new Brave and the Bold Batman! This one has a little play wear and no accessories, but I like the red trim. Not sure what version this Batman was originally marketed as. EDIT: He was part of the Cyber-Tank set that also included a Blue Beetle action figure - thanks Colin!

But he's a cool looking Brave and the Bold Batman, and that's all that matters to me!

7 comments:

  1. That Batman came with the Cyber-Tank, along with a Blue Beetle figure- very cool! Been on the lookout for that Despero! Love!

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  2. Why does he have holes in his arms? Drug addict?

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  3. Never knew this one existed until you told me about him Eric.

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  4. Wow! Never seen this one before!
    We need it!!!

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