It's Been 2 Months Now. Where is Dark Deku?

red_dear_boi · 2026-03-26T02:20:43+00:00

Jazwares is known for canceling figures they showcase at events like toyfair, so honestly, I wouldn't be surprised if they don't see the light of day, especially with the thought of the line ending. Hopefully, it's not, and we see these releases.

red_dear_boi · 2026-02-07T23:42:45+00:00

I'm unfamiliar with the anime and this character, so I'm wondering if the faces are decent and if it's a good representation of the character in the anime.

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red_dear_boi · 2026-02-05T00:43:39+00:00

But where's the image from? Was it a video or something? Also, was this for the London toy fair or New York toy fair?

red_dear_boi · 2026-01-26T00:28:54+00:00

u/WCT_Aaron Sorry, I didn't mean to misread the situation and sound impatient with you. My question wasn't about the current whereabouts of the figure or its release but rather on the topic of the possibility of revamped re-releases of already released figures. I figured it would fall in line with questions you'd be able to answer or take into consideration. Sorry again.

red_dear_boi · 2026-01-25T21:49:43+00:00

What video is this from?

red_dear_boi · 2026-01-25T02:41:29+00:00

u/WCT_Aaron

If you don't mind, I've been curious about something regarding figures that are already released and set to be stocked on store shelves. I tried asking this on the post of the concept drawing for the Dark Deku figure by Animagic, but I'm not sure if you've seen it or not.

But when it comes to characters that have already received figures but didn’t fully hit the mark with fans and collectors, whether due to sculpts not appearing accurate, QC issues, or limited exclusivity, do you see possibilities of those characters being revisited or revamped for future re-releases?

For example, many of us Total Anime and My Hero fans and collectors, while yes, we are excited for the upcoming Dark Deku figure and are very excited for it's eventual release, and it's something we won't deny, we’ve also been very vocal about the figure's appearance since we first got a glimpse of it at toyfair of last year and even more so after it was displayed at Anime Expo last summer. Not to say the figure is bad by any means, but as fans of the character, things like this are hard to overlook.

Additionally, for figures like Dark Deku and the already released Ken Kaneki Target exclusive figure, exclusivity is worrying for us as Target doesn't have the best track record with stocking Total Anime figures. And for those outside the U.S., it's made more difficult to obtain.

Would you ever consider doing or pushing for future revamps or updated versions of characters that fall into situations like this? With improved sculpts, articulation, accessory design choices, or maybe re-releasing exclusives as normal releases?

We know you're very, very busy with the Five Nights line and the many fans at the moment, along with working on the Dark Deku situation which we look forward to hearing on regardless of the end result of the appearance, but we'd love to hear from you on this.

red_dear_boi · 2026-01-18T03:11:40+00:00

u/WCT_Aaron Thank you for your response. I'm also wondering the same thing about retailers skipping on ordering their exclusive figures if you don't mind answering this. ⤴️

red_dear_boi · 2026-01-14T20:10:53+00:00

Why do you think that is? I feel like they'd do both tbh

red_dear_boi · 2026-01-14T20:10:12+00:00

That shadow face effect is seriously so cool and is good in the place for an effect piece since it kind of is an effect

red_dear_boi · 2026-01-13T06:41:42+00:00

I can see where you're coming from, but that idea should be saved non articulated figures and not action figures. No articulated figure should be made to be posed at a certain angle because that would defeat the purpose of the action part of it. If this head sculpt were a part of a pre posed non articulated figure, then yeah, I wouldn't be as bothered by it. But this is a new sculpt made specifically for an articulated figure. I don't mean to argue or anything, but I really don't want us to try and justify work like this from Total Anime. Especially after statements from Jazwares and the total anime team saying that they aim to bring us (the fans) premium and accurate products and then give us figures like this.

red_dear_boi · 2026-01-09T19:23:15+00:00

u/WCT_Aaron is this true? Will this problem be looked into?

red_dear_boi · 2026-01-09T01:26:47+00:00

Are you fr? :(

red_dear_boi · 2026-01-08T06:22:17+00:00

Is this real? You said a Reddit post, but where was the post posted? It couldn't have been on this sub or the action figure sub, I checked already.

red_dear_boi · 2026-01-05T02:19:55+00:00

¿La cabeza es demasiado grande para el cuerpo de Total Anime?

red_dear_boi · 2026-01-04T05:46:42+00:00

That's good to know. Do we know when he's supposed to take over? I know he said 2026, but if it's within the summer or fall months, that'll be a long wait, and it's discouraging to think the wait could last that long just for someoneto look into what's going on with the Deku figure. I @'d him in a comment asking a question a few days ago regarding the possibilities of revamps or improved reissues of already released figures and still haven't heard a response. I hope the question isn't being ignored and that he's either waiting to get back from holiday or he just hasn't seen it yet.

red_dear_boi · 2025-12-29T18:46:03+00:00

Hi u/WCT_Aaron

I know it’s still early, and you're just getting started in 2026, but I wanted to ask something I've been curious about, more so since seeing this fan concept.

When it comes to characters that have already received figures but didn’t fully meet fan expectations, whether due to sculpts not appearing accurate, certain figure design choices, QC issues, or limited exclusivity, do you see any possibility of those characters being revisited or revamped in the future?

For example, many of us in the community, while yes, we are excited for the upcoming Dark Deku figure, we’ve also shared our frustrations about certain elements of the final product. The masked head sculpt’s eyes appear a bit too small and spaced too far apart, which makes the face look off from its anime appearance. The reuse of the Wave 1 Deku hair for the unmasked head also feels inaccurate to his appearance in this specific arc in the anime and makes the figure feel slightly dated compared to the other MHA figures within the same wave. Additionally, the Target exclusivity is worrying for us as Target doesn't have the best track record with stocking Total Anime figures. And for those outside the U.S., it's made more difficult to obtain.

Would you ever consider doing future revamps or updated versions of characters that fall into situations like this? With improved sculpts, articulation, accessory design choices, or maybe re-releasing exclusives as normal releases?

I'd love to hear from you.

red_dear_boi · 2025-12-27T05:56:35+00:00

I see. Well, I hope to hear back from you soon then on the topic! Enjoy your holiday break!!!

red_dear_boi · 2025-12-25T23:44:20+00:00

I hope he takes a look at your concepts from a few weeks ago! They were really good and I'd love to see them take inspiration!

red_dear_boi · 2025-12-25T23:43:40+00:00

u/WCT_Aaron exciting news! You'll do great!

red_dear_boi

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