San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) is traditionally the ultimate battleground for toy makers looking to capture the attention of collectors worldwide. This year, the stakes are being raised by indie toy powerhouse BigBadWorkShop. The company unveiled its headline exclusive for the convention: the SDCC Exclusive Radioactive The Tick Action Figure, joining their critically acclaimed Longbox Heroes Prestige lineup.
For fans of Ben Edlund’s legendary comic book creation, this announcement is a huge win. The release brings a vibrant, radioactive twist to a character defined by chaotic heroism, over-the-top optimism, and an unconditional hatred for evildoers.
A Glowing Tribute to an Indie Comic Legend
The Longbox Heroes Prestige line has built a reputation for giving creator-owned comic book icons the premium toy treatment they deserve. While previous iterations focused on classic retro form factors, the Prestige series elevates the articulation, sculpt, and scale.
This brand-new iteration introduces a radioactive colorway that pays direct homage to the bizarre, sci-fi tropes that The Tick comic books routinely satirized. He is cloaked in a strikingly unique palette. The mighty defender of The City is ready to leap off the comic pages and right onto your display shelf.
Standing in a glorious 1/12 scale (approximately 6 inches tall), the figure is designed to fit seamlessly alongside standard modern action figure lines. Collectors can expect the signature premium articulation that BigBadWorkShop is known for. It features over 20 points of articulation to enable dynamic, comic-accurate posing. Whether you want him mid-battle cry or preparing to shout his iconic slogan, “SPOON!”, this figure delivers the flexibility required for high-end photography and complex shelf displays.
The included green canister included with the figure was produced by Gridiron Studios. They are famous for making the best accessories on the market.
Booth Details and Pricing
Like any true convention exclusive, securing this piece will require a bit of strategy. BigBadWorkShop has confirmed that the figure will be sold exclusively at their physical location during the event.
By implementing a strict limit of one per customer, the team is making a clear effort to ensure that actual fans attending the show have a fair shot at purchasing the figure at retail cost, rather than seeing inventory immediately wiped out by secondary market scalpers. Given the passionate following behind the property, supplies are expected to move incredibly fast each day of the convention.
If you are heading out to the convention floor this July, making a pitstop at Booth 618 in Hall A should be at the very top of your checklist. For those unable to attend, keeping a close eye on community trading spaces and potential shared retail allocations will be essential, because this radioactive variant is poised to be one of the most talked-about indie exclusives of the season.
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