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BTAS: The Rogues

After nearly losing the BTAS/TNBA line due to numerous "Neon Camouflage Rubber Duck Armor Batman" figures, Hasbro has decided to revisit the original Batman: The Animated Series on the eve of its tenth anniversary with a new page from its rich history. In a move that is sure to please kids and collectors alike, Hasbro has announced plans to continue the classic figure line with a new line devoted entirely to the villains of Gotham City, a line dubbed simply "The Rogues." The line will add some long-awaited characters that were never made in the original line. The most exciting news, however, is the announcement that the second and third waves of the line will feature several new figures that never appeared on the animated show, but that have a significant place in the history of Batman. Consulting with producers Bruce Timm and Paul Dini, Hasbro has come up with a classic mix of villains from the comics and has weaved them into the BTAS universe as if they were there all along. Of course, it wouldn't be a Batman line without figures of Batman and Robin, and Hasbro has added a two-pack featuring a variant of each to the first wave. These variants, however, unlike previous ones, make perfect sense and are a welcome addition to the line.

Working with toy designers Fred Aczon, and Brad McCurry, Hasbro has assembled a formidable force to oppose the heroes of Gotham.

Wave Three - The New Rogues Continue

Tweedledee and Tweedledum
Deever and Dumfree Tweed, the terrible twins arrive to assist the Joker and the Mad Hatter. These twisted versions of the "Alice in Wonderland" brothers each come with a cane.

 

 

The Gentleman Ghost
Gentleman Jim Craddock, enemy of both Batman and Hawkman, arrive sin Gotham City to haunt the Caped Crusader and Boy Wonder. Comes with cane and "Floating" top hat.


  Clayface III
Preston Payne was born with a horribly disfiguring disease, and thought that by injecting himself with some of Matt Hagen's blood he would be able to change his face to a more attractive one. Little did he know that the effects would be horribly different. (Detail-oriented fans will note that in the BTAS universe, Matt Hagen was actually Clayface I, not II, so Payne would actually be II. However, at the time of the announcement, plans were still in effect to produce a figure of Basil Karlo, the original Clayface. Ironically, in the BTAS version, Karlo remains a classic horror film actor who later serves as a mentor to Matt Hagen before he becomes Clayface. While the figure is still planned, it has been pushed back to a further date.)
 
The Reaper
Judson Caspian was Gotham's original vigilante until the GCPD forced him into retirement. In the new storyline, the Reaper comes out of retirement not to challenge Batman, but to kill the villain that has stolen his look! Watch out Phantasm! The original scythe-wielding maniac is back! A prototype was seen earlier, but was reworked by Hasbro to give him a better hood / cape combo. Comes with two scythes.
  The Red Hood
While "Mask of the Phantasm" and "Beware the Creeper" pretty much solidified the BTAS Joker as Jack Napier, Timm and Dini have come up with a unique way that would also allow the Red Hood to play a part in the Joker's origin. You'll have to buy the figure to find out how, though! Comes with pistol and money bags.
   
     

 

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