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Mega Construx MOTU - Wind Raider, SDCC Battle Bones, Man at Arms and Evil Lyn



I'm always sold on when a toy line is offered in a similar way to lego. I have the Mega Construx Power Rangers, the Kre-O G.I. Joe series (that I will showcase at some point) and now I have added Masters of the Universe to my collection. Previously, I purchased and did an entry covering the Heroes of Eternia 5 pack but over the summer I have stocked up on their other offerings.

1 - The Wind Raider (w/ alternate He-Man and Skeletor)


At $20, this is a really nice set. The Wind Raider is supremely well built, detailed, and articulated. It has all of the same action features as the vintage vehicle as well - winch, wheels, wings, tail fin. It is very sturdy. I know a lot of people worry about that when it comes to non lego brands, but this thing holds together well.









V1 and V2 He-Man. Only differences are in the coloring of the harness and weapons. V1 has the Powersword and Shield in light grey. V2 has the Battle Axe in a silvery color.


V1 Skeletor is barefoot with the havoc staff. V2 has the boots and his version of the Powersword.


The scale is perfect. I know that with the Kre-O Joes line, some of the vehicles came off a little small. No such worries here.




2 - Man at Arms and Evil Lyn

The single carded figures are great if you can get them at the original price. Amazon always offers these on pre-order so you stay under the $5 mark.


Mustache Duncan is always a win.


I like to pretend that the yellow skinned version of Evil Lyn has sought out more power to be on par with Skeletor.

3 - San Diego Comic Con Battle Bones

Thank goodness for scalpers! California is a bit of a distance for me but ebay always pulls through to help me out when needed. The Battle Bones is NOT as sturdy as the Wind Raider. There are a lot of little pieces at play here so a gentle touch is needed. However, the design and poseability of this guy is great!

He can carry eight figures into battle utilizing the hole in their back. His mouth also contains many weapons including the blue weapons pack version of He-Man's weapons.









The details on these weapons are spot on.


Moss Man was probably my main reason for wanting this. They will be releasing a Moss Man later on as a single carded figure but only this one is flocked! He doesn't smell pine fresh but the set did come with a Moss Man air freshener to hang in your car.


Snake Armor Teela


1982 Toy version Man at Arms


Battle Damage Faker. I'm guessing the pink is so you could also make a Leo Faker kitbash.


Previous figure comparisons:




You'll notice the lighter red on this Teela, as well as the lighter gold arm bands. Her Staff of Ka is also longer than the previous release. The headdress is removable and you will notice that her tiara is unpainted.




The Villains


The Heroes


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