Masters of the Universe Camo Khan variant

[Megatron]

Is this guy for real or is it a custom???

[gort]

it's by Top Toys of Argentina (or a custom made to look like it is). I think they're licensed versions but I'm not sure, someone here will know more than me.

grayskullmuseum.com/snakemen/kobrakhan.htm

[THE KNOCK-OFF MESSIAH]

now this seller usually has real stuff. but im begining to doubt this piece now. the camo he has up now look dead on...execpt for the brown still on his shoulders. this forces me to question its realness. but again it could just be due to quality control. with this one i would hold off.....i am

[figurasdeaccion]

Matías is a well trusted dealer, he have a great reputation on rare Motu and G.I.Joe items, so I'm totally sure this is for real, he won't risk his reputation with a false piece. I wish to have enough money to bid on this Khan and on the green limbs Modulok

[THE KNOCK-OFF MESSIAH]

like ive said ive dealt with him many times for such pieces. im just saying that this one in question is shaky. not accusing him directly. but the brown which was only on the standard style doesnt that bring up the point of questioning it? you have to remember he just goes a gets these at fleamarkets and other places in the wild. so people can still get ripped off in the wild. i know people that have sold fake rare pieces in the wild. but on a positive note. that horde cardback with modulok is a nice piece.

[Captainamerica]

Oh, I am so painfully ignorant on MOTU variations.



I picked up a pile of loose MOTU figures (mainly for customs), and while sorting through the pile, I noticed this Skeletor. I have the original half-boot, full boot, and battle armor versions; but not terror claws, dragon blaster or any others(?). He's a slightly deeper blue, and his boots are more purple/grape than violet. His face seems to be a simpler paintjob compared to the others I have. Pelvis is solid black, head is solid (very hard), copyright on back is Mattel, Inc 1981.

Is this Dragon Blastr Skeletor or something else entirely?

[darwin873]

Yes it is the Dragon Blaster. Just got one a couple of days ago and noticed the exact color differences that you did. Also, above his eyes are triangles instead of rouded shapes.

[ramdog79]

Okay, so I got this Tri-klops in a lot the other day and, after glacing at it, I swear I dropped it on the ground and yelped with terror! I thought Tri-klops was one ugly mug to begin with...... then I came across this hidious beast of a mug.
I honestly didn't know there were two versions of this guy. I kind of like this grotesque one better the original. The original looks kind of pouty with that bottom lip sticking out. This variant just looks freak'n pissed!
I think I'll replace my Tri-klops on display with this more extreme looking one.......... out with the cry-baby and in with the grim visaged He-man-killer!



Anyway......
This got me thinking, how many variants there are in the line. I'm sure this has been done before and I know there's a book out now (obviously not buying it) but I though I'd give it a whirl here.
Let me know if I missed any!

He-man- light belt/dark belt/squishy head
Stratos- reversed jetpack and wing colors
Mekaneck- red armour/pinkish armour, reddish brown weapons
Man-e-faces- pink/ orange trim
Skeletor- half-boot, squishy head, triangular vs rounded face paint
Tri-klops-see pics
Webstor-blue gun
Clawful-skeletor legs vs buzz-off legs
Faker- squishy head
Two Bad- hunch back vs flat back
Scareglow-green vs glowing halbred
Hordak- red detail painted on armour, white vs yellowish face
Grizzlor-dark skinned vs light skinned
Rattlor-red neck
Tong Lashor- painted back
LaserPower He-man- original head
More?

[kidrandor]

Don't forget .....

Sorceress with color variations on her wingtips
Mer-Man w/ green vs. orange belt
Evil Lyn w/ glow in the dark septar
Fisto w/ dark boots (almost black)
Roboto w/ bright yellow vs mustard gear
Stinkor w/ hard head
Teela w/ brown vs red boots
Mantenna w/ black vs. red lever on back and unpainted bats on boots
Leech w/ black belt buckle
Kobra Khan vs. Camo Khan
Mosquitor w/ black blood in chest

....just some variants that are in my collection in addition to the ones you mentioned.

[drbo]

Man-at-arms with or without red dots on his helmet

Also, when using weapon pack accessories:
Zodak with black gun and armor
Beast Man with yellow armor and pads

[beckley]

There is a variant Evil Lyn with a glow in the dark septar!?

[Grizzlor Adams]

I never realized Lynn's scepter glowed until recently when I just happened to have her out & turned the light off. Sure enough it was glowing. Rather brightly too. The scepter is blue & doesn't look particularly unique or anything, but it definitely glows. Just like Taimak in The Last Dragon.

[Grizzlor Adams]

Randor, sounds like you have some really nice international variants in your collection. Might as well add Pink Winged Stratos & Green Limbed Modulok to the fray. There are a ton of other international variants too. Some are rather subtle while some really stand out. As for the US released variations-I'm particularly fond of the Malaysian He-Man & Fisto variations. I just really like the overall look of those figures. Internationally speaking, I'm all about the LEO stuff.

[drekkus]

There is also a difference in the armpad of man-at-arms it was made with a wrist piece and without

I think only the one in France has the extended armpad


GWILDOR can be found with silver tools in his pocket or with unpainted tools in his pocket (not counting variations in his flesh color)


LEECH came with a maroon or red bow (i think only the USA/ mexican variants have the red bow)


BUZZ OFF the french version has a smaller head

[bowheadwhale]

I once saw an Argentinian version of Panthor... UNFLOCKED! Instead of a black plastic panther with purple flock, it was just a pure, purple plastic Panthor. It was not a custom, since I saw it in its original argentinian box. Anyone knows what I'm talking about?

[drbo]

Jul 9, 2009 13:38:13 GMT -6 bowheadwhale said:

I once saw an Argentinian version of Panthor... UNFLOCKED! Instead of a black plastic panther with purple flock, it was just a pure, purple plastic Panthor. It was not a custom, since I saw it in its original argentinian box. Anyone knows what I'm talking about?

I have a Panthor knock-off that's just like that, so yeah, it does exist. I think mine from Mexico, but it don't seems to be really official.

And as for variant of creature goes, they're always the originals Eagle and Tiger from Big Jim Mattel used to make Panthor, Battle-Cat, Screech and Zoar, just to name those:
jimsmash.blogspot.com/2009/01/big-jim-master-of-universe.html

[Grizzlor Adams]

I've always wanted the Tarzan panther. I think it would look so cool displayed with a savage He-Man.

The other Big Jim critters would be great additions as well.

[kidrandor]

I have no Leos in my collection nor a top toys Modulok but I will get there someday! I have been trying to get my hands on a Yugoslavian Mosquitor for some time now but they are super$$$.

[bowheadwhale]

Jul 9, 2009 19:57:57 GMT -6 kidrandor said:

I have no Leos in my collection nor a top toys Modulok but I will get there someday! I have been trying to get my hands on a Yugoslavian Mosquitor for some time now but they are super$$$.

Is there a visible difference between a Yugoslavian Mosquitor and an American one?

[kidrandor]

Yes, The Yugos came with blue, black or salmon colored weapons, the heads were usually blue, red, or salmon and unpainted details such as an unpainted belt and boots. Rather than blood in the chest they were simply painted red. I would consider them to be bootlegs.

[bowheadwhale]

Jul 10, 2009 12:22:20 GMT -6 kidrandor said:

Yes, The Yugos came with blue, black or salmon colored weapons, the heads were usually blue, red, or salmon and unpainted details such as an unpainted belt and boots. Rather than blood in the chest they were simply painted red. I would consider them to be bootlegs.

So, in the overall, the Yugos have a little less details than the US.'s. Right?

[kidrandor]

Jul 11, 2009 12:09:36 GMT -6 bowheadwhale said:

Jul 10, 2009 12:22:20 GMT -6 kidrandor said:

Yes, The Yugos came with blue, black or salmon colored weapons, the heads were usually blue, red, or salmon and unpainted details such as an unpainted belt and boots. Rather than blood in the chest they were simply painted red. I would consider them to be bootlegs.

So, in the overall, the Yugos have a little less details than the US.'s. Right?

The Yugo's have a lot less detail, in fact most are missing the painted facial features!

[angelo]

just found this loose vintage sorceress motu figure - can anyone explain the waistband? I've looked at tons of sealed sorceress figures, and none have it. there's seemingly no way someone could have added it, because the wings don't come off and there's no way to close the clasp. anyone have any ideas?

Attachments:

[snipertoys]

Rotate the waste band around the waste, then undo the clasp. It does not go with this figure.

[angelo]

tried, it can't be rotated - this really seems factory done - there's no slack or give to the belt. you're 100% positive there's no variation where this could be included?

[snipertoys]

100%, it looks like it was glued on. Right side of the pic looks like glue sticking out of it.

[soundwave]

That skirt is from Peek A Blue from the princess of power

[angelo]

gotcha - this must have been put on here a decade ago, the clasp was totally stuck!

[skullbooska]

Are the "black blood" mosquitors the real thing?? Or are they fakes?

[kylefromdirtnapp]

Mar 15, 2011 0:08:36 GMT -6 skullbooska said:

Are the "black blood" mosquitors the real thing?? Or are they fakes?

I think there are a bunch of variants from different countries.

Yep, Top Toys:

www.he-man.org/collecting/toy.php?id=681