(EA Figures) Mass Effect Series II: Mordin Solus

Mass Effect 2 was all about characters. It built up some of the best characterization I have seen in video games both new and old. One of the best that came out of the series is Mordin Solus. Had to be him, someone else might have gotten it wrong. While I was never that fond of the Salarians, I grew to really like what they are, their role in the Mass Effect lore, and all their quirks through Mordin. So, let's check out this figure to see if this pays homage to Mordin Solus.

Much like the rest of the ME2 crew (I don't count Garrus and Tali since they were with Shepard since ME1), Mordin is sidelined to mere support and nonplayable character in ME3; while he had one of his best moments in my game(he can survive! I just found that out reently), I still wish that he was by my side as part of my 'core' crew.

I've always liked Mordin's designs from the get go of the game. He has a 'doctor' look to him, but still have that 'badassery-space-feel' that one would need from a Special Ops Scientist. The paint is good so I can't complain(a lot of that is good in this series). The resemblance is pretty spot on and you can tell it's Mordin; they really got the distinct scars and the uneven 'head' on this figure.

AND... just like the rest of the figures in this series, you can't expect him to be articulated for some dynamic poses. But I was able to get some fairly adequate ones that I am happy with. He has a few swivels on his biceps, wrists, and some decent range with his shoulders that allowed me to get certain 'shooting' or other 'natural' poses for this Salarian. Unfortunately his legs aren't as cooperative and since he needs the stand to stay upright, the range of movements with his legs or any dynamic poses are out the window.

Here he is next to the only Mordin Solus merchandise I own: the Official Bioware Mordin Solus bust. It's pretty cool that there is some consistency between these two even if they are two completely different creatures (at least figure wise).

Overall, I like this figure. Probably my favorite one as of right now(still have two to review; well, ONE actually since I have Garrus' photoshoot done and I have my verdict on him, just have to put it in words). It looks like Mordin and it does a decent tribute to a character whom I could not save. A character who in my game went out like a true hero. I'd welcome more Mordin Solus figures if I can find one that is in a decent price! Unfortunately, with Andromeda around the corner, we might not be getting anymore merchanise from the previous Mass Effect Trilogy. 

The Red: 2017 Update

It's messy; at the time of the picture, I was still doing some work

It's been some time since I have done anything "noteworthy" of doing some grand post about some 'changes'. Changes happen in my Game Room at least once a month with the addition of new figures, but as for 'change', it hasn't happened for a while--2014 to be exact. But I believe it was time to showcase a change that was "overdue", and something I have been hinting at for some time. Let me show you:

It's no secret that I love Mass Effect. The fact that this part of the Game Room has stayed years after Mass Effect 3's release (the conclusion to the trilogy) is a testament to how much I love that game. It truly was a masterpiece despite its flaws. With that said, it was time to use this space for something else. So I have been working quite diligently to get what I wanted:

Blank red wall.

Yes, that's right. Adding that shelf for my Spider-Woman shrine I have been hinting at. It was a process and getting the brackets to fill my taste and for practicality was a process on its own.

This was a time when I thought I didn't need the brackets.

Turns out I do need brackets, but I wanted something discreet. I wanted black to be honest with you, but my local convenient store didn't sell any. So We'll go with the metallic look. And yes, building up to a Spider-Woman shrine at the top and is that a Harley Quinn shrine?

Why yes indeed! It is a Harley Quinn and an Asuka shrine. Now it's not that Asuka and Harley Quinn are my TOP favorite Ladies. If I had enough Rikku I'd put one. If I had enough Elsa, I'd dedicate a portion but the fact is that I don't. I have a good number of Harley Quinn and Asuka and I do like the two ladies well enough. Asuka was my favorite anime girl for a while and Harley is climbing up the ladder. Besides, they're a nice bunch.

Asukas & Eva Unit 2: Casual 1, Casual II, Asuka lying down, Revoltech Original, Kotobukiya, Figma, Revoltech 2.0, Bandai Berserker Eva Unit 2, Bandai Eva Unit 2

NOTE: I did a review on a Harley Quinn statue before I took this pic so you'll notice something missing.

Harley Quinns: DC Collectibles Harley 52, Bishoujo Harley, Figuarts Injustice Harley, Jada Suicide Squad Harley, DC Entertainment Harley, POP Suicide Squad Harley, DC Collectibles Arkham Knight Harley, Bishoujo Harley 52

Jessica Drew Spider-Woman: Tsum Tsum, Super Hero Squad Spider-Woman(x2), Mini Mates Spider-Woman, Thanos BAF ML Spider-Woman(X2), MODOK BAF ML Spider-Woman, Marvel Select Spider-Woman, Bishoujo Spider-Woman, Bishoujo SDCC Spider-Woman, MU Spider-Woman

And of course my lovely Spider-Woman shrine. I may not have enough right now but I swear I will build her up!

This is my view sitting down on my "Gaming Throne" (hah). So what did I do with my Mass Effect dedication? Well the poster went:

Right above me. I plan on getting my FFX-2 poster and probably a FFXV poster up there. Skyrim, Mass Effect, FFX/XV are some of my favorite games so I look up from my Gaming Throne to remind me. The figures, well, I think I'll revamp my Mass Effect (cramped) shelf.

After Word: I don't do as much of these because it's just not that practical. I will continue to collect, of course, but changes may not happen as much. I might redo the brackets; as it is, I'm still doing some brackets on my X-Men/Cinematic/Spiderverse shelves. We'll see.


----Update 01/29/2017----

Yes, that is correct. Spider-Woman will be sharing her spotlight shelf with Elsa. I'm sure they are both going to get along just fine!

Elsa the Snow Queen: Nendroid, POP Snow Queen, Infinity, Grand Jester, Figma, Mini POP, POP Coronation, SEGA
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Bishoujo: Tali Z'orah vas Normandy

(Coming in the future)

What a beauty! I'm sure she will be available everywhere, but as of right now, she is preordered in BigBadToyStore!

Look at the detail on her! Wonder if there will be some kind of special variant for her face?

She does come with a grey variant, which I don't think I'll be getting. In the mean time... can't wait till I get her! 

N7 Day

Never truly forgotten. N7 Day everyone!

Happy Birthday, Shepard!

"Drifting in the Stars.
Fighting for what's right.
Two paragons together through sickness and heath.
Dying to win because they are born to lose."

"One wouldn't be there without the other.
The eye for precision and the will to endure.
An amalgam of two distinct warriors in one soul.
Death won't do them part."

So yes, it is Commander Shepard's birthday today(April 11, 2154). Suffice to say I will be bones by the time that special date comes in this 'Real Life', but I want this one implemented in the world wide web to further accentuate my exuberance for this Character!

"It Was A Good Ride"

I finally 'finished' the last DLC of Mass Effect 3 rightfully named as: "The Citadel". Well, truth to be told I beat it a few days ago, but officially went out with a bang with the party that was thrown at the very end. Suffice to say, while the content of Mass Effect have indeed came to an end, I will say that my love and my endeavors with this masterpiece will never be over for me. I will always have my D-pad(or for this day and age, the analog) on this game until I am no longer capable of gaming.

And while the game was not infallible by any means, it offered a plethora of good memories! It will, and always will be part of my top ten. Wouldn't be hard to imagine that it might be on the top three, suffice to say. And mark my words, I have yet to make my final dent on my words in regards to this game. I will continue to perpetuate my need to exfoliate the things that Mass Effect Trilogy has done for me as a gamer and so forth! But alas, some things do 'end' to an extent. So with that said, to the 'final' days of a new content, Good Bye, Normandy! It was indeed a good ride!

A scintillating moment.

Mass Effect Trilogy

This. Although I may already own ME2 and ME3, I couldn't resist buying this because not only will it have ME1, but also the idea and the thought of having it is, well.... orgasmic! It's a Mass Effect fan must and it's freakin enamoring beyond belief!

 

The Back and front design outside the sleeve. The most aesthetic thing about it is that they added Normandy in this piece. And here's another rather humorous fact, this Normandy on the back of the cover is almost an immaculate size of the Normandy I bought sometime ago; which I thought would be a lot bigger (Normandy Model)!!!

And this is what it looks like when you open sesame! I know this is total geek fest for those who are avid fans of Mass Effect, but the whole N7 insignia on this inside... well.... exhilarating if I do say so myself!

If one opens it more, this is the true core beauty of it. The trilogy are all in one package! I do have to say that if I just want to have a ME trilogy day/s I am allotted such tandem. I can now play them back to back from the beginning to the end with very little interval in between because I have all three now!!!! Boo YA!!!!

My CE edition of Mass Effect 3 is in display.

Anyways.... that's it for now! I can't express just how elated I am with this!