Hot Toys has unveiled another unique new figure today: Superior Iron Man's Infamous Neon Edition. The 1/6th-scale collectable takes its cues from Iron Man and Doctor Doom, with the end result being something not too different from what many fans expected when Robert Downey Jr. was cast as Doom.
Still, this is a bit of an odd mashup.
As a reminder, the Superior Iron Man was a version of Tony Stark who, during AXIS, fell victim to an inversion spell that altered his personality and removed his moral compass. He became a malignant narcissist driven entirely by greed, ego, and a desire for power and wealth.
The Infamous Iron Man, meanwhile, was the post-Secret Wars Doctor Doom who attempted to become a hero by suiting up as a new version of Iron Man.
The Superior Iron Man armour is being used here with a Doom-inspired colour scheme that doesn't necessarily take its cues from what we've seen in the comics. That will make it less desirable for some, but at the same time, an original approach like this is certainly unique, and the design is striking.
"What if the unparalleled genius of Tony Stark took on a darker, more sovereign edge?" asks the official product description. "The revolutionary Endo-Sym armor undergoes a breathtaking transformation from its gleaming silver to an incredibly sleek, dark aesthetic."
This figure is an exclusive release limited to 2,500 units, so expect it to be highly sought after by collectors. The reveal comes just hours after our first look at the Victor Von Doom figure based on his appearance in this December's Avengers: Doomsday.
Take a closer look at Superior Iron Man's Infamous Neon Edition in the Instagram gallery below.
The Infamous Neon special color scheme is in a stunning black with a glossy metal-like electroplated finish. A highlight of this piece is its USB-powered LED light-up system — a vibrant neon green light illuminates through the helmet, Arc Reactor, abdomen, repulsors, and the striking technological lines cascading down the arms and legs, perfectly contrasting against the black finish.
The masterfully crafted figure is constructed with diecast materials, boasting intricate mechanical details, articulated air flaps on the back, and a removable chest plate to reveal the inner workings of the armor. To capture his commanding gestures and combat readiness, it comes with multiple interchangeable hands, including options with fully articulated fingers. Furthermore, this release includes a pair of black-colored liquid smart-metal effects that can be attached to the forearms to emphasize the shape-shifting, biological nature of the armor. The set is completed with a specially designed black and green colored figure stand with an LED light-up function.