X-Men 97 Bishop review. Reminder why I dropped Marvel Legends a while back

Some time ago, after further evaluating my collection, how I felt, what I saw toy companies do, etc... Hasbro MLs and others were on my cut off list.
Now, I've kept a handful of a few select Legends that have sentimental value for me but, all others... Sold, or traded off. And I don't miss them.
Anyway, here's a Furious review, and I'm rather disappointed because I WANTED to like this line... But no.
Hasbro out...
outro song- Through the Ruins by Dead Albatross

[@SamBowden]

The figure is made to look like the animated series and they did a good job of giving it a more cartoon look. Mezco Bishop is like 2-3 times the price of a Legend, not a good comparison.

[@TheJfury1030]

Again, it's subjective. And we'll see the animation soon but personally, just not digging it. OG bishop is way better. And I was just showcasing why I preferred Mezco bishop. Not necessarily a direct comparison

[@jerrytant9625]

Saw him on Amazon for 64 last week, thought about gettin a second mezco bishop😳

[@midnighttrain522]

​@jerrytant9625 na bro I just ordered the same one 60 bucks it's brand new lol

[@angelespinoza3925]

I disagree. People compare different figure brands all the time despite its price and swear that ML look way better which is a flat out lie. ML has been dropping the ball with their QC for quite some time, their packaging, increase in price that being said there are a few figs that still hold up and look great for example the Doc Oct from the VHS box looks amazing

[@SamBowden]

@@angelespinoza3925 Legends has some advantages. Legends scale well and there are some figures that I think are better in legends. Those comparisons are with the expectation of imports being a higher quality.

[@tomfin-wo5vc]

I like the figure myself which was a surprise as I had no interest in the X-Men 97 figures when they were first announced, but I do think a lot of your criticisms about the figure and the line in general are valid. We do seem to be at a fork in the road where we’re going to have to choose between quality and quantity, because it’s becoming obvious that we”re not going to get both in today’s economy. I think that may be why some collectors, including myself, are having a tough time letting go. Quality brings you long term satisfaction, but quantity brings you immediate gratification, and many of us, whether we want to admit it or not, are all about the immediate gratification.

[@TheJfury1030]

Thank you for getting what I mean. Ultimately, it's not a bad or horrible figure. Overall it's a great update, but not the update I preferred.

[@chascamp1036]

Well said

[@Beardalorian]

Love your attitude and review. This is why I collected the OG 90s Uncanny X-men figures. But damn, that Mezco Bishop is DOOOOPE. Definitely subscribing.

[@nitrorn1496]

I got this line purely for nostalgia purposes. I typically only collect 1/6 these days but this line reminded me of my childhood and my love for the X-Men animated series and Toy Biz action figures I had. Have these sitting on my desk currently and loving them.

[@TheJfury1030]

I'd be right there with you had it not been for the slight new reinforcements on the figures appearance by hasbro/ Disney. I really wanted to like this line and hoped it would salvage hope back in hasbro. But no, unfortunately didn't happen. I'm still holding onto my 93 toybiz classic line.

[@yourcommandercollects]

Runway model Bishop 😂. Bro comparing the Mezco to Hasblo is like comparing a solid gold bar to a turd 🤣. I definitely gave up on Hasblo as well. Got tired of their ridiculous prices and horrible QC. Great video bro 👍🏻.

[@TheJfury1030]

Thanks Ron!! Stay strong brother!!

[@flaminguo]

Man I Miss the 90s, every release from marvel/disney/Star Wars has to be PC clean or inclusive or else… bishop is the quintessential 90s character now it seems he wants join a Korean boy band, and mezco bishop is only $60 shipped on Amazon I agree he is the best bishop we have so far

[@TheJfury1030]

Thank you for your feedback and I'm glad you get it! Keep it Furious 💥💥

[@stevenboyd3756]

Is this really a fair comparison? Comparing a retail version of a cartoon character to a high end collectable is like comparing apples and oranges. A figure under $30 is going to be different than one over $80. You get what you pay for.

[@TheJfury1030]

Its not a comparison. I was only stating why I preferred the mezco bishop. There's a few pros about the ML that is better or more accurate than mezco. But there's a few other amenities that make mezco cooler.

[@kerinkellynerdcorner]

I feel you Collector😂And I am with you- MEZCO BISHOP IS THE DEFINITIVE BISHOP.

[@TheJfury1030]

Thank you! I love all bishops... but it's all subjective. I mean, some people still like the toybiz 2000s bishop but not me. I actually still enjoy the 90s toybiz bishop, the first one

[@marvelsteveo]

Action figure snobs make me laugh...

[@TheJfury1030]

Do you homegurl... as I said, it's subjective and just sharing like everyone else.

[@brokenboy351]

Bro talking about how cartoon characters have big lips and exaggerated features. lol But i do agree with you on what you're saying about Hasbro.

[@TheJfury1030]

@brokenboy351 thank you... its wasn't solely on the image but rather when I said what hasbro has been doin to almost all the figures coming out since they've "altered" their direction as a company

[@Tazio25]

respect for the t-shirt, and for figures :)

[@TheJfury1030]

Very much appreciated! Always welcoming opinions, perspectives and any support 🙌

[@whysomarvelous4196]

Mezco figs looks like cosplay people on steroids

[@TheJfury1030]

So they look accurate... got it! 🤣 ... I mean, you have seen the comic illustrations too. No different

[@chascamp1036]

Right! Overkill

[@rulyarmaghetto]

I also think your dissatisfaction with the 97 Bishop is with the source aesthetic and design. This is based on the upcoming cartoon while the Mezco Bishop is based Jeanty grim post apocalyptic art in The Last X-Man. Both represent the styles pretty well but you (and I) prefer the Mezco design. We can’t really blame Hasbro on this one.

[@ulics]

how much was the mezco? ahhhh? how much the legends? mmmmm ....

[@TheJfury1030]

Ha!! Funny

[@iamarmstead]

Nice review Fury, and I owe you some thanks here. I was originally going to mention That the only other figure of the wave I have, other than Bishop, is the Storm, which I'm not crazy about but I'm a Storm completist so whaddayagonnado, and while I agree with almost all of your comments about Hasbro I love this Bishop, despite the missing mullet because I don't have a Bishop and I couldn't afford the Mezco Bishop... or so I thought. Damn if looking for what the aftermarket price on the Mezco would be, I saw Amazon had this guy for sixty dollars. Still expensive, but combine 20 dollars in rewards, I got him forr40 bucks. That's value on any planet. Couldn't pass that up. And I thank you for making me look. Seriously.

[@TheJfury1030]

So it's a win!! I'm glad... can't wait for you to get your mezzo bishop!!

[@craighill2290]

You are 💯 right I got out about 2yrs of Marvel Legends.

[@TheJfury1030]

You get it!

[@louiepena2025]

Awesome video bro

[@underdasink8641]

I like the new heads it makes them loook more alive and comic book looking

[@chascamp1036]

Hope you feel better soon

[@rulyarmaghetto]

In this case Mezco wins. But Legends makes more comic accurate, better proportioned, better scaled, better articulated comic figures on most occasions. The only company doing it better is Mafex.

[@TheJfury1030]

You're correct on scaling. SOME Hasbro legends missed the mark but yes, I agree... Mezco does miss accurate size and scaling. Mezco bishop and cable should be larger in scale. Thank you for your feedback!

[@rulyarmaghetto]

@@TheJfury1030 no problem man. I appreciate your honest video and civil response.

[@l.a.s2029]

I agree with you

[@maddexjoseph3138]

Marvel legends makes great toys for their price, any comparison to much more expensive lines is irrelevant. For what they are, they are great. People just complain about everything. And the recent haslab did work bro. Got almost 14k backers

[@TheJfury1030]

It wasn't a comparison but more of a preference, just for me. As I stated, I don't have the original bishop to put side to side but just briefly explained why I still prefer the og bishop. And although this is a good bishop update, it's not the bishop I would have preferred. That's all. As far as the haslab... I'm sure the marvel haslab team was sweating. But good for them, because the team better get some better projects goin for future haslabs with surety of backing

[@deszaras3]

Thank you for this awesome review 👍

[@deszaras3]

Mafex price on discounts here and there come awfully close to Legends

[@mquando7376]

Wrong giant man was funded. An the bishop is the cartoon style sooo . An if you have the toy iz one it's a different look . But go mezco!!! Nice fig how much is that mezco Bishop?

[@Figures_of_Action_Reviews]

Lets be honest Hasbro is not above putting out bad figures. When they do things right like the Elektra Dare Devil figure they get their props. However when they put out crap like those Eternals figures they need to be told the truth. Like hey those figures suck don't make figures like that again. You can tell after a few successful HasLab project, Hasbro started getting full of themselves. Which is no one wanted to buy the dumb expensive Ghost Rider car. Giant Man was almost not a project without outside backers. I actually have that Mezco Bishop as well and I prefer it over the XMen 97 Bishop. I have the MAFEX Magneto as well and I wouldn't choose the XMen 97 Magneto over the MAFEX Magneto. Great video man and just know you can't change the minds of these die hard Hasbro fans that buy any and everything Hasbro promotes. Hasbro could sell them poop on a plate and they would still pay top dollar to Hasbro.

[@TheJfury1030]

Exactly my points. Thank you for your feedback 💥💥

[@ookingramseyoo]

Awesome review bro, I subbed. Mezco Bishop all the way. 👌🏿

[@TheJfury1030]

Mr. King!! Subbing right back 🙌🙌🫵🫱🏽‍🫲🏾 and you know it!

[@fromdusketilldawn6600]

What part of Texas are you from?

[@TheJfury1030]

Currently Laredo

[@ClaireWeber-uw2rz]

Promo*SM

[@user-oo7uq9zq3b]

Why do people who have never been thru anything always want "gritty" or "grimy"? This is perfect for your surburban, gated community living ass.

[@ced214]

Why come on a figure review video to attack the reviewer😂😂😂🤡

[@user-oo7uq9zq3b]

@@ced214 reading comprehension is important. I left the review for the exact reason I stated. Corny mf'ers who have never experienced any kind of "gritty" in their life, ragging on toys is 🤡 behavior. Ain't never had no piece of the streets or war zones want to be tough 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@danbarr351]

I hear Kathleen Kennedy is taking over Hasbro