Marvel Legends Series The West Coast Avengers Collection Video Review And Images

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MCUcollector24 takes a look at the new Marvel Legends Series The West Coast Avengers Collection from Hasbro.  This collection is available exclusively from Amazon in the United States.

Check out images for this set below in our GALLERY and be sure to share your own thoughts about it in the COMMENTS SECTION.

 

[McHogan]

Got mine too... I love it. Can't wait to open. 

Unlike many, I liked the first versions of the Silver Centurion and Tigra, despite that I agreed with some of the criticisms. Spider Woman is a nice update, the hair looks more comic accurate to me as I reacall her always having big flowing hair. 

Then you add my #1 most wanted version of Pym and Mockingbird and this is a dream set. Keep sets like these coming Amazon, the 5 packs aren't always for me but we have gotten some great new characters from every set they've released.

Now let's finish the WCA with this box set ! I need Firebird, Black and red jumper Thing, Living Lightning, Jim Hammond  and Neo Classic Iron Man ( I prefer the smaller leg boots compared to the super sized ones. Just want him to properly scale this time)

 

[Air-Walker]

On 8/11/2023 at 7:51 PM, McHogan said:

Got mine too... I love it. Can't wait to open. 

Unlike many, I liked the first versions of the Silver Centurion and Tigra, despite that I agreed with some of the criticisms. Spider Woman is a nice update, the hair looks more comic accurate to me as I reacall her always having big flowing hair. 

Then you add my #1 most wanted version of Pym and Mockingbird and this is a dream set. Keep sets like these coming Amazon, the 5 packs aren't always for me but we have gotten some great new characters from every set they've released.

Now let's finish the WCA with this box set ! I need Firebird, Black and red jumper Thing, Living Lightning, Jim Hammond  and Neo Classic Iron Man ( I prefer the smaller leg boots compared to the super sized ones. Just want him to properly scale this time)

 

Did they give Iron Man swivel boots or is it the same as the previous version?

[Jormungand]

Overall another nice five pack. I've learned not to expect new improved parts or molds in these packs. It's a way for Hasbro to give us some new/better versions of figures without spending much on design and tooling. I will definitely be getting it after I take a breather from all the waves and Avengers anniversary sets I got so far this summer. 

[McHogan]

On 8/11/2023 at 9:08 PM, Air-Walker said:

Did they give Iron Man swivel boots or is it the same as the previous version?

I haven't opened yet to check. My plan was to be able to do so tonight but hasn't happened.

I assume it will be the same since he is a simple repaint but there is a (slight) chance they added swivels this time. Can anyone verify?

 

 

 

[McHogan]

On 8/11/2023 at 9:12 PM, Jormungand said:

Overall another nice five pack. I've learned not to expect new improved parts or molds in these packs. It's a way for Hasbro to give us some new/better versions of figures without spending much on design and tooling. I will definitely be getting it after I take a breather from all the waves and Avengers anniversary sets I got so far this summer. 

Yeah these 5 packs seem to be for apology figures or easy to do characters. Which is perfectly fine. Characters that have stood out over the 5 pack sets are: Cyber, Wyngarde, shirtless Wolverine,  zero, the entire Alpha Flight set, Razorback, Human Fly, and of course Pym and Mockingbird with this one. Even characters like Callisto are nice mods

I'm with on the Avengers anniversary sets as well. It was a lot of monet all at once but I couldn't wait on the WCA set. The West Coast team became my most anticipated monthly comic during the era this box set represents (except IM, obviously that armor was much sooner in their run). I was beginning to think this version of Pym wasn't going to happen as the Ant-Man trilogy has completed 

Also: thank you Hasbro for having the Pym head /Ant-Man head be interchangeable. While this seems like a no brainer, this is exactly the thing they usually (on purpose?) screw up. This gives us options  without added cost. 

[AndyL]

I am quite enjoying the Amazon Exclusive sets. With the loss of an exclusive retailer with Walgreens I'm glad to see Amazon stepping in with these multi-packs. Now instead of getting at most 5 figures a year wear getting like 20 a year. Sure 18 of them are mostly re-use or re-decos, but like @McHogansays it's a great way for them to correct or improve upon previous figures that just didn't quite hit the mark. The one standout let down of this set is IM. The color scheme is not only ridiculous but they missed this opportunity to correct a major mistake on probably one of the most anticipated if not the most anticipated versions of IM by fixing the neck joint to allow us to use a tony Stark head sculpt. They wouldn't even have had to exhaust any funds for a head sculpt. They could have made it where we can use any number of previous head sculpts. It doesn't seem like it would have been all that hard to do. Just make that collar piece removable or maybe the entire neck joint interchangeable. At this point it looks like there will be no attempt to fix it and they'll just be content to let this stand as the one and only Silver Centurion they do. I just can't believe a B-Team outfit like Marvel Select was able to out design Hasbro on this one. But also to give credit where credit is due. The larger head sculpt on Tigra is much appreciated. While it wasn't a bad head sculpt that pin head was really bothering me. The same can be said for Monet. The face is actually very good but maybe somewhere down the line they can fix how small her head looks on her body. Maybe when or if they ever get around to doing a more modern version in her Black and White suit.

[McHogan]

I don't mind the white replacing silver in either Silver Centurion or WarMachine. I THOUGHT it would bug me but there are many instances where, depending on the colorist, the silver on these armors came off as white. Kinda like the whole Storm white or black suit thing. So with that mind set I can accept the color change.

And in hand, WarMachine looks really good.( Still haven't had chance to open my WCA set. Damn real world !)

Though I must admit, this practice of redo's of figures with no change but paint apps that the 3.3/4" Marvel Universe figures loved doing was not a thing I'd expect from a line where each figure costs $24-$28 a pop...but here we are. But getting both versions at least allows me to have SC or WM in different lineups...

again in regards to the Amazon box sets. I've only bought the Wolverine, Alpha Flight and this WCA sets. I sold everyone else off except Logan from his set but kept all of Flight and will do the same with the Whackos. Then if a single figure stood out from the others I'd track it down. So it seems I'm more likely to go all in on sets that give us official Teams. Though not complete teams...looking at you Marrina...so while I'm loving the concept and potential of these box sets, I'm hoping to see more teams

[McHogan]

Also this a nice touch. Something I will be stealing. I'm going to be so bummed when the Anniversary is over..

 

[Reno]

Mine is now expected to arrive on Monday, so we'll see. It was originally supposed to arrive on Tuesday of last week and I don't know what happened.

I have versions of all 5 of these characters that I was perfectly happy with - but will still be grateful for the updates.

[AndyL]

On 8/12/2023 at 6:53 PM, Reno said:

Mine is not expected to arrive on Monday, so we'll see. It was originally supposed to arrive on Tuesday of last week and I don't know what happened.

I have versions of all 5 of these characters that I was perfectly happy with - but will still be grateful for the updates.

Strange thing about that. I already received what I thought was my set but I just got a notification that another one is expected to deliver Monday as well. I know I only ordered one and my purchase history only shows one ordered. If a second one does come in I wonder how often this kind of thing happens and I wonder if this is the kind of thing the reasons that some people's orders get canceled sometimes. I've never had too many problems with Amazon but I have had the occasional unexpected cancelations or delays due to stock shortages and even some stuff that outright doesn't even show up but for the most part I've been pretty fortunate with my ML orders from them.

[NotNamed]

Guess I'll get it a year from now when Amazon slashes the prices to a reasonable amount like they always do on the 5 packs. I bought the Wolverine one last July at $70. I bought the Spider-Man one 2 days ago when it went down to $76, but now it's down to $67 today. I should have waited a little longer.

[McHogan]

Has the Children of Thanos set ever dropped in price? There was a very small window when I was able to snag 2 sets but I'm not sure I've even seen it back in stock let alone on sale. What about Alpha Flight? I seem to recall that one also at a reduced price but is going for big bucks now.

The Spidey set almost got me to jump but id have only been interested in Razorback so even at $67 is too much for one figure.

I assume the WCA set will go on sale at some point. I grabbed 2 already but a friend is paying me for a set. I may grab another for myself when it does drop. An extra Pym head could be usefull

[TheArrow]

On 8/14/2023 at 3:40 PM, McHogan said:

Has the Children of Thanos set ever dropped in price? There was a very small window when I was able to snag 2 sets but I'm not sure I've even seen it back in stock let alone on sale. What about Alpha Flight? I seem to recall that one also at a reduced price but is going for big bucks now.

The Spidey set almost got me to jump but id have only been interested in Razorback so even at $67 is too much for one figure.

I assume the WCA set will go on sale at some point. I grabbed 2 already but a friend is paying me for a set. I may grab another for myself when it does drop. An extra Pym head could be usefull

I recall the CoT and AF sets both dropping from about $150-ish to lows about $75 Cdn. ( which is less than $50 USD)--- it's about 2 years out for both of them, so I would figure the prices on secondary markets have risen, as opposed to being clearanced from Amazon.
I scored Razorback for $45 off of ebay, so it is/was possible to score for less.

[MonsterChris]

On 8/14/2023 at 5:14 PM, NotNamed said:

Guess I'll get it a year from now when Amazon slashes the prices to a reasonable amount like they always do on the 5 packs. I bought the Wolverine one last July at $70. I bought the Spider-Man one 2 days ago when it went down to $76, but now it's down to $67 today. I should have waited a little longer.

I just got it at $67 and I feel like I should have waited for under the $60 mark.  Oh well...  Also, It was on my front porch 18 hours after I ordered.  I think they're in a big hurry to get rid of them, lol.

[Reno]

On 8/12/2023 at 9:37 PM, AndyL said:

Strange thing about that. I already received what I thought was my set but I just got a notification that another one is expected to deliver Monday as well. I know I only ordered one and my purchase history only shows one ordered. If a second one does come in I wonder how often this kind of thing happens and I wonder if this is the kind of thing the reasons that some people's orders get canceled sometimes. I've never had too many problems with Amazon but I have had the occasional unexpected cancelations or delays due to stock shortages and even some stuff that outright doesn't even show up but for the most part I've been pretty fortunate with my ML orders from them.

How did this end up turning out Andy? Did you get a second set and did you have to pay for it?

I finally got mine yesterday and I'm very happy with it. There are no true standouts in this boxset (in my opinion) but no bad figures either. Mockingbird is definitely my favorite of the 5 figures.

[NotNamed]

On 8/15/2023 at 11:51 AM, MonsterChris said:

I just got it at $67 and I feel like I should have waited for under the $60 mark.  Oh well...  Also, It was on my front porch 18 hours after I ordered.  I think they're in a big hurry to get rid of them, lol.

Well dang, They still haven't delivered my $76 one yet.

ETA: Oh wait, I think it's outside lol.

[AndyL]

On 8/15/2023 at 12:21 PM, Reno said:

How did this end up turning out Andy? Did you get a second set and did you have to pay for it?

I finally got mine yesterday and I'm very happy with it. There are no true standouts in this boxset (in my opinion) but no bad figures either. Mockingbird is definitely my favorite of the 5 figures.

It delivered and I reported it to Amazon through the automated service. You know that AI thing they do? Anyway, as far as they were concerned that last order was the one and only one I received and therefor the only one they charged me for.

It was a really strange thing that. Both times about 2 weeks before given the ship dates I had received notifications from Amazon that they had run into unfortunate and unexpected delays and it required that I log onto my account and re-approve the order that I still wanted it and a new ship date would be emailed to me. But it could only be done through a link that could only be accessed off and actual PC where they could confirm my account through the proper security measures. I tell you it was shady AF. So much that I had to dig up a number to contact an actual person in customer service. The first time they confirmed my account and my order number and confirmed that the order had to be re-approved. She was even good enough to stay on the phone while I did it. The second time it came through it didn't seem as suspect. I guess just because I'd been through the process before. And then both times the packaged delivered within days. Even before the original dates. Almost like it went out the second I re-approved the order. It was really strange. I checked and rechecked my information and my account. Both times the order number matched my originals and I've checked my bank account to see if it's been charged twice. But so far nothing. 

I wonder. Did anyone else have to go through a similar process?

[Reno]

Thanks Andy! I've had to approve a lot of pre-order delays through Amazon recently but didn't really think much of it. At least you a got a second free 5-pack out of the deal.

[McHogan]

Finally got the chance to open my set and I am beyond pleased!

Every figure is fantastic! As I stated before I actually had them in hand I thought Pym and Mockingbird were the standouts and they do not disappoint.  Tigra and Spider Woman look like they stepped right out from the comic. Even the white on Iron Man, in the right light, does exactly what colorists did in the comics. It almost looks silver, a really well done paint app

I can also now report @Air-Walker, there is no boot swivel 

My WCA Team is just a few characters and suits away from COMPLETE!

Also, found a place for the first "Nuclear" version if Tigra:

 

[Air-Walker]

Thanks for the confirmation @McHogan! Much appreciated. Ehh, well, that's disappointing as the SC Iron Man is an enormous sentimental fav for me, but, it's hardly a deal breaker; the set looks amazing, and I can't wait to get it!

[Chunkylover]

The inner thigh stamp on Mockingbird is unfortunate.

It's funny how I prefer the retro designs to the modern ones, even though they are so goofy. When did boots ever have those giant cuffs? Still, something about them works!