Comic Statues & Busts: Zatanna Figure from DC Heroes Villains

World-renowned magician and heroine Zatanna used her
magic to manipulate the minds of super-villains and must face the consequences. The Zatanna Action Figure features multiple points of articulation and includes a display base. Packaged in a 4-color blister.

I think this zatanna figure is sexy and hot and I love the detail of this figure and to think that you can unlock this costume in justice league heroes game and this suit that she is wearing is just too sexy and she's very SEXY.I like this figure and I love zatanna and I always kiss this figure a lot and if you are looking for a sexy figure,then this is the one.

From the mega-hot DC Comics 'Identity Crisis' mini-series written by suspense novelist Brad Meltzer comes this line of collector's action figures. Among the first released earlier this year is this stellar member of the JLA (Justice League of America): the mistress of magic herself, Zatanna.

Wearing the blue & white costume she had in the 1980's (presumably, this is in reference to the flashbacks depicted in the mini-series), this expertly crafted rendition of 'Zatanna' is simply exquisite. The points of articulation are generally minimal, but once displayed on the 'Identity Crisis' stand provided, she will make an excellent addition to anyone's collection of action figures as a staunch representative of the JLA.

If you can find this figure at its current reduced price before it fades out of circulation, your purchase will really be a steal.

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From Wave 4 of the best-selling Alex Ross-designed 'Justice' series, Zatanna Zatara is the Justice League's sultry sorceress who can conjure up mystic spells with simple verbal commands spoken backwards making her a formidable foe for any super-powered menace.

When I saw the promotional photos of what this vibrant rendition of Zatanna would look like, I was really excited about adding this figure to my collection as its striking likeness to the character was nothing short of phenomenal. However, when compared to the standard promotional photo featured on the packaging, the actual figure has one unfortunate flaw: her glimmering eyes are non-existent.

Specifically, in the promotional photo, her purplish eyes practically twinkle giving her face a charming, confident smirk. Yet, when viewed close up, the figure's eyes are inexplicably much smaller and seem faint at best. Without the necessary detail applied to her eyes, the result is that Zatanna looks here rather pale and haggard without any sense of a facial expression.

While this artistic flaw doesn't ruin the figure, since the product otherwise appears as advertised, it is still disappointing, nonetheless, for those consumers expecting the radiant picture featured on the side of the box.

Regardless of my one criticism, I highly recommend this action figure for fans of Zatanna and for anyone who enjoys action figure collecting. As a side note, the accessories are a magician's wand along with the standard silver & black Justice figure display base.

4½ **** out of 5.

With a wave of her wand, mistress of magic Zatanna becomes the latest addition to the popular 1:6 scale deluxe collector figure line! Dressed in her trademark intricate and authentically detailed costume of removable top hat and tails (not to mention fishnets!), Zatanna also comes with accessories including a magic wand, a rabbit and her "Hex Appeal" book. The figure features 28 points of articulation, is packaged in a deluxe 4-color window box with a fifth panel and includes a display stand.

The Justice League's feisty magician, Zatanna Zatara, is featured in DC Direct's latest edition to its 1:6 scale deluxe collector figure series. As a newcomer to this ongoing series, I didn't quite know what to expect other than an amazing product of my favorite heroine based upon the promotional photos I had viewed.

At first, I was most impressed with the elaborate wraparound packaging. It confirmed my belief that I had purchased an awesome figure. The enclosed accessories certainly lived up to my expectations, with the following: several interchangeable hands; a wand; a magician's rabbit; a support base; and a supposed tell-all novel, "Hex Appeal," that Zatanna had authored. As for the wardrobe, the Zatanna figure wears a well-produced black stage magician's costume (identifical to to the promotional photos) including a hat to insert the rabbit.

However, what really threw me about this figure is Zatanna's face. The promotional photo clearly implies that her elegant face is made of porcelain with well-defined make-up (like mascara and lipstick) and realistic facial features (like thick eyebrows). The reality I discovered is that the face is inexplicably made of cheapo rubber with facial features more closely resembling that of a generic Barbie doll (i.e. her thin, squiggly eyebrows look like they were drawn in with a black pen). In all fairness, though, at least the face still appears decent from a distance, but beware: it is definitely not the same as what the fantastic promotional photos promise. At best, the face bears a vague resemblance to the photos.

Otherwise, minus my mini-rant about Zatanna's shoddy face, the promotional photos are pretty much spot on regarding this figure. I should note re: the extra hands as an accessory - interchangeable hands sound fine in theory, but switching them back and forth is a pain and might cause damage to your purchase. At least, the elevated support base works great, but you will need to find a tall enough shelf in your collection for this Zatanna figure because it will tower over almost everything else.

The bottom line, for me, is that, despite my disappointment, the figure was still well worth the purchase price to add it to my collection.

Rating: 8.5/10 (Even with a 1.5 point deduction for the mediocre face, this Zatanna figure is a great collector's item!)

!Annataz sevol enoyrev­ Her reverse-magic spells earned her a place in the JLA, and now they earn her way into your home in a beautiful top-hatted, fishnet-wearing action figure. Standing 6.25" tall (including top hat), DC's preeminent sorceress features eight points of articulation (shoulders, elbows, upper arm, and wrists).

From DC Direct comes this rendition of the sultry sorceress, Zatanna, as she first appeared in comic books during the Silver Age. From my perspective, this depiction of Zatanna (as an action figure) is a terrific addition to any action figure collection. The criteria I am setting forth are as follows:

1. Does this Zatanna figure accurately resemble its promotional photos?

Yes! As most collectors know, promotional photos (particularly, ones made public months in advance of the figure's actual release) can be rather deceptive, as one terrific figure is promised but then, the released figure will pale in comparison to the photo. In this case, I would say the promotional photo and the Zatanna figure are at least 95%+ identical. In other words, the resemblance is dead on.

I give DC Direct the highest marks on making good on its advertising for this figure.

Score: 10/10

2. Does the figure have much articulation (for display purposes)?

Honestly, I don't have any idea as to the number of articulation points this figure supposedly has. All I know is that she has very limited flexibility in terms of basic movement, so there are only a few display poses to choose from. As a collector, though, my only concern is that a figure can stand proportionally on its own. Zatanna meets this requirement, as she can stand perfectly on the display base provided it is propped up against a wall. Without a wall, there is a pretty good chance at some point the figure will topple over.

Score: 8/10

3. Do the figure's accessories enhance the figure?

The only accessory provided is the display base. Suffice to say, you won't be getting any bonus features with the Silver Age Zatanna (not even a wand).

Score: 7.5/10

4. Is the figure an excellent investment (or as a recommended addition to an action figure collection)?

Definitely, yes! If you can still find it, I highly recommend purchasing one, particularly as this is the very first Zatanna figure produced by DC Direct.

If you can find them to make a trilogy, I would also suggest locating the excellent Zatanna figures produced in the "Justice: Series 4" and "Identity Crisis," as they depict in her classic 1980's JLA blue & white costume and in her contemporary magician's costume.

Score: 10/10

5. What do I think, overall?

If compared fairly to the other Zatanna figures produced by DC Direct in the last few years, I would say that the "Justice: Series 4" and "Identity Crisis" versions are probably better sculptures. Nonetheless, if you want a near-perfect rendition of Zatanna, as she originally appeared, in all her magical glory, you can't miss with this one.

I wish you luck in finding this figure, but it you can obtain one, it is definitely a treasure.

My final score: 9/10

When I first found out they were making a figure out of the awesome magician Zatanna, I was thrilled....she had become a favorite of mine since she was in both the Justice League comics and also put in an appearance in a 1992 episode of "Batman: The Animated Series," fittingly entitled: "Zatanna."
As for the figure itself, it is beautifully sculpted and has nine points of articulation and comes with a display base. The base is necessary to stand Zatanna and that is the only drawback, she does have leg poseability but she can't get into a base-free standing pose. The fishnets they use on the figure are "real" and made of some sort of fabric though. I really do enjoy the figure as it is, except for maybe the legs not being of much use, but it is a nice representation of a classic DC female.