Photo Replica Speculation - Coming next?

[Beauregard]

So I heard that they are planning on releasing Sweetums in 2008...alright, I'm kidding, that is so not going to happen.

But what is going to happen? My guess would be either Fozzie as the next replica, or else something smaller such as Pepe or Rizzo. I thought we should have a thread dedicated to thoughts, dreams, and guesses...not to mention a perfect place for a debate over what version of Piggy they should use.

EDIT: How oh how did I spell Speculation, Specukation? What am I dyslexic AND blind???

[theprawncracker]

I definitely think either Fozzie or Miss Piggy will be next. Most likely Fozzie, seeing as he is SO much easier to make than Piggy and won't cause nearly as much anger about what version they use/what clothes they use.

But I really hope that eventually we see Scooter, Rowlf, Rizzo, Pepe, Robin, Sam, Floyd, and Statler and Waldorf before the line is over. I know that it is HIGHLY unlikely that we will, but we can hope.

I think that we will DEFINITELY get Piggy and Fozzie, definitely. But I'm not too sure about anyone else.

[Beauregard]

(Speaking of Speck...peck...Camilla. Gonzo will certainly not be complete without her, but is she worth making and buying by herself? Something to concider...)

I see Fozzie coming before Piggy because, as you said, his head is SO much more easy to create than Piggy's. Also, I'd far rather have Fozzie than Animal...I'm rather surprised that he was announced as the third in the series. Is he that famous???

[redBoobergurl]

Well, I have seen Animal on quite a few t-shirts, so I guess he is somewhat popular. I am kind of surprised that Fozzie didn't make it over Animal though. I would like to see Fozzie be next for the same reasons as everyone else, seriously, how would they make Piggy? If they do keep going though, they'll end up making her eventually one would think. I'll go ahead and ask the question, what do you all think she should look like? I have always like GMC Piggy the best, but that's just my opinion. Thoughts?

[frogboy4]

The Muppet Central review cites Gonzo is next followed (if sales are good) by Animal. These would be my best bets.

Having seen a little bit of what Muppet characters sell with the Palisades line, I have a few predictions.

I'm not certain about the bear due to his size, and the product being a replica. That could be problematic - I really hope not.

Having these things be in limited edition helps things, however I've seen great replicas of relatively popular characters collect dust on store shelves. It seems with Kermit, Gonzo and Animal that they are mainly going for sure things.

I would have to predict (with having no knowlege) the next replica would be Rizzo or Pepe. Maybe Piggy. She doesn't have a track record as being a big selling character when compared to her counterparts. Beaker is both a fan and non-fan fave, but there's the size issue again. The "where the heck do I put it?" could set in while ordering.

I'd also expect a penguin sooner than a chicken. I could be totally wrong there. I don't really expect either though. Also expect the price to go up with Gonzo due to the number of materials and hours it will take to get him (hopefully) right. :concern:

The top ten characters I'd most like to see (in my quasi-serious dream list) are in this order: 4 Scooter, 5 Pepe, 6 Piggy, 7 Fozzie 8 Beaker 9 Rowlf 10 Rizzo. I would also like to see Statler, Waldorf, Teeth, Janice, Beau and Sam but I'm probably dreaming there. Oh, and my pick of Beaker (without Bunsen) stems from the thought his sales wouldn't be as strong.

I don't see them doing 10, but those are my fantasy pics of ones that seem somewhat possible. :o Do you think with characters like Fozzie they'd make just the waist hands and head? Hmmm.

Anyway. Those are my thoughts. But merely uninformed ideas. That was fun. Now jamie goes running. Have to work off yesterday's tofu. :zany:

[Barry Lee]

I would absolutely love to see a Scooter and it would be a perfect world if they had Sweetums. That would cost a fortune though. :o

[Luke]

I'm thinking as well that Rizzo might well come along after Animal. Thinking about it, if the costs rise, and the sales dwindle a bit (as they always do after these lines have been out a while) it'll probably make sense to do something smaller and less expensive, plus he'll go well with Gonzo. I can see them doing Statler and Waldorf, and yeah perhaps Fozzie if things did keep going well though.

[muppetperson]

I wish the forth Muppet photo puppet will be Fozzie or Miss Piggy, but as Master Replicas dont want to use all the main characters at once and keeping in the size range, realistically I would say that Rowlf will probably be the next after Animal.

[Telly]

I would like to see either classic Piggy from the later seasons of the Muppet Show
http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-7/774353/PiggyMuppetShow.JPG

or

her more up-to-date look
http://www.7minutemiles.com/media/covers/85.jpg

[TotallySpiesFan]

How about Scooter?

[Fozzie Bear]

EDIT: How oh how did I spell Speculation, Specukation? What am I dyslexic AND blind???

Old friend, you should know that I can take care of the thread edit for you (see the new spelling of Specukation).

I would love Fozzie to be soon, of course. Piggy will have to be VERY expensive, I would imagine. Still, with Kermit having been the price he was, the others will likely be $400 or $500--of course, if they make it, I will buy it.

Rizzo, Pepe, or Robin would be cool, too. I'd rather get the core characters first. I would LOVE to see the Electric Mayhem completed!

[frogboy4]

I would LOVE to see the Electric Mayhem completed!

Oooh! That would make me quite happy!!:flirt: :D

[MWoO]

For some reason I see Scooter being after Animal. If not him than Rizzo or Pepe, but last i heard they are using a mid-late 70's style guide and if this is a pure Muppet Show line than Pepe is definatly out and Rizzo might be too. That's why I see Scooter. Smaller than Fozzie, interesting looking character, neat clothing, and he was a big part of the muppet show.

[Beauregard]

:o Do you think with characters like Fozzie they'd make just the waist hands and head? Hmmm.

Piggy from the waist up? Bang go my dreams...

[Super Scooter]

... Wow, Beau... wow. ... although, I think I've had that dream. *shakes image out of head*

I would absolutely love to see a Scooter and it would be a perfect world if they had Sweetums. That would cost a fortune though. :o

I dunno. Sweetums could deffenitely be a possibility. After all, they did make a Darth Vader and a Chebacca lifesize replica.

Perhaps we might get to see a penguin/chicken two pack?

and I would love to see a Scooter and a Fozzie made.

[Telly]

I'd LOVE to see Scooter! I think that he's underappreciated!

[Fozzie Bear]

I agree about Scooter. I think there are several characters that are underappreciated, or just forgot about.

[Beauregard]

I agree about Scooter. I think there are several characters that are underappreciated, or just forgot about.
Gladys the cow is udder-appreciated...

[Erine81981]

I would either say Fozzie or Scooter to be next. I wouldn't mind a Rowlf or....how about this......now brace yourself......Beauregard. I wouldn't mind seeing him. Really the reason I said that is I know Beau(MC) would love to have one.:D

[Beauregard]

*faints* What I wouldn't give for a BEAUREGARD photo realistic poser....mmmmm! But, face it, that's never going to happen. Other rare characters that won't happen, but would be great to have, are Link, Strangepork, Lew Zealand, Crazy Harry...

But if they make a Scooter...they should just adjust his hair and glasses and release him a year later as Skeeter.

[Muppetsdownunder]

I think what would be nice and what every Muppet fan cannot go without is a Barry Lee photo replica.

[Beauregard]

I think what would be nice and what every Muppet fan cannot go without is a Barry Lee photo replica.
Mwohahahah! Totally. And some realistic Muffins would be nice...or a replica Bill...

[Bear Man]

I'd hope that Fozzie would be next - his size is really the only factor that I can see creating difficulties (and I'd be happy to accept a waist up poser if it was the only way to get him). While Rizzo, Pepe or even Scooter would be more economical, I worry that going with the lesser known, more fan favourite characters the line will not survive long enough to get the core characters...even having Animal as the third poser worries me for that very reason.

[Beauregard]

...even having Animal as the third poser worries me for that very reason.

Agreed. Though to some degree he is the Muppet everyone outside of fan-dom remembers "That crazy drum guy!" There are so many Muppets I'd rather spend my money on than him. In fact, I wouldn't get him myself at all if it wasn't for watching complete sets.

Someone else that should be made is the Swedish Chef! His hands shouldn't present a problem since his posers always had foam-hands. But he would be brillient for posing with fruits, and vegetables, cutlary, etc. Endless easily accesable props for him.

[vaderdentist]

Though I fear I'll never see him made, I want Pepe. He just makes the newer muppet movies. :)

Dave

[Muppet Loverr]

I WISH the next one would be Piggy, from IAVMMCM. not saltine, but normal.

[MuppetCaper]

I had the oppertunity to email Terry and he is working on Fozzie as we speak. He has to do three of them for MR. So far he has the head and the foam body done for him. He also said that he is pretty happy with the head he has done. Right now, he is having trouble dying the fur for Fozzie, and he cannot find the right type of fur for him since they do not make that type of fur like they did in the 70's. He did say that him and a friend will be working on Piggy after they are done with Fozzie. Terry said that "Puppet Heap" will not let them use the mold's for Piggy so that will be a obsticle they will have to work out. Terry said that when he is ready, he will have pictures to show everyone when it is ok with Travis to show them. I think they will do just fine when they are up for pre-order for next year. Like I said, if they can do a three foot Falcon for almost 3G's, I am sure that Fozzie and Piggy are not any different. Anything is possible with Master Replicas!


I forgot.....Fozzie will be a full body poser!

[Telly]

Fozzie will be a full body poser!
Best news I've heard in a long time!

I forgot, how long is the liscense? We have Kemrit, Animal, Gonzo, Fozzie, and Piggy. How many more Replicas are we going to get and when will it end? Not that I want it to end, but it just has too sometime. I'd like to see Scooter, Rowlf, Rizzo, & Pepe get made before the line's up. I think Camilla would even be pretty sweet!

[Bear Man]

He did say that him and a friend will be working on Piggy after they are done with Fozzie. Terry said that "Puppet Heap" will not let them use the mold's for Piggy so that will be a obsticle they will have to work out.

I actually find that really strange - since the character and likeness of Miss Piggy is owned by Disney rather than Puppet Heap, I would not have thought they would be in a position to refuse the molds if Disney wanted MR to have them. I'm not saying that you or Terry are wrong (when it comes to MR Muppets Terry's definiately one very cool guy to talk to) but it just seems an odd thing that they could say "no" to. If it were a new character they'd created for the Muppets then maybe I could see them retaining some sort of copyright over the patterns, but this is an established character, with an established shape.

Is there anyone with more information on this?

[weredog]

If they make a Rowlf I will cry, because there's no way I can afford these. Much as I like Kermit, Gonzo and Fozzie, I can deal with replicas of them being out there without my being able to afford them. But knowing there was actually a Rowlf replica out there, but unattainable for me due to my lack of funds would be downright painful for me. I want him to be made, but I know I could never afford him if he was, and that kinda makes me sad.

[MuppetCaper]

Is there anyone with more information on this?


It will explain it here:

www.puppetheap.com (http://www.puppetheap.com)

Go to News and it says this:

February 1, 2006

Muppets


Puppet Heap is pleased to report that we have officially sealed the deal to take on the task of servicing the Muppets and “Bear in the Big Blue House” for Muppets Studio, the division of the Walt Disney Company that now produces the Muppets. Not only is this a great honor to play small part in the history of these treasured characters, but for some of us it represents an opportunity to return to work we had thought long since left behind.

[muppetperson]

So Puppet Heap is the new Muppet Workshop.

[Bear Man]

It will explain it here:

www.puppetheap.com (http://www.puppetheap.com)

Go to News and it says this:

February 1, 2006

Muppets


Puppet Heap is pleased to report that we have officially sealed the deal to take on the task of servicing the Muppets and “Bear in the Big Blue House” for Muppets Studio, the division of the Walt Disney Company that now produces the Muppets. Not only is this a great honor to play small part in the history of these treasured characters, but for some of us it represents an opportunity to return to work we had thought long since left behind.

Yeah I saw that, but it still doesn't explain why they are able to refuse to share the molds with MR.

[MWoO]

My guess is that the molds are owned by Puppet Heap even though the character is owned by Disney. Piggy is an intellectual property while the molds are physical property that took money to make. Disney pays for the services of Puppet Heap and may even own the actual puppets, but not the tools used to make them. Now if Disney buys Puppet Heap, that's different.

[Mistersuperstar]

Disney really aren't making the effort, are they? Why buy the rights to characters that they have no way of reproducing themselves?

As far as popular characters, in the UK Kermit, Piggy and Animal adorn mugs, t-shirts and posters more than any of the other characters. Fozzie and Gonzo get included every so often too but not many of the characters get a look in unless its a large group shot. I think Animal being the next replica is a sound financial idea. Gonzo and Fozzie next, then probably Piggy. Anybody's guess is as good for after that!

[Bear Man]

My guess is that the molds are owned by Puppet Heap even though the character is owned by Disney. Piggy is an intellectual property while the molds are physical property that took money to make. Disney pays for the services of Puppet Heap and may even own the actual puppets, but not the tools used to make them. Now if Disney buys Puppet Heap, that's different.

I guess that's the only thing that makes sense - although it seems a funny loop for Disney not to have closed. Many companies place a clause in their contracts with contractors and employees that they (the company) will own both the intellectual and physical results of labour done for that company. I guess I'm just trying to work out why they would share the patterns for the foam and fleece characters, but not the mold for Piggy.

Not that it matters, of course...I'm just always intrigued by these behind-the-scenes wranglings.

[MWoO]

Who knows why, and like i said it's only a guess. It's possible that the patterns were bought by Disney from the Jim Henson Company but Puppet Heap actually made the piggy molds themselves. The patterns are more intellectual property while the molds are something Puppet Head made themselves.

[Was Once Ernie]

There's more than one way to get a Piggy head mold. Let's just say that Puppet Heap's refusal won't be an impediment to making a replica.

:p

[MuppetCaper]

Hey if Keeermit can do a fantastic job of doing Piggy's head out of Antron Fleece and not foam, I am sure anything is possible. I think he did a incredible job of recreatiing her with different material. ;)

[Muppet Loverr]

... He did say that him and a friend will be working on Piggy after they are done with Fozzie. Terry said that "Puppet Heap" will not let them use the mold's for Piggy so that will be a obsticle they will have to work out.
Did he say the price rage with Miss Piggy? :concern: :mad:Thet should be albe to use mold, Piggy isn't owned by Puppet Heap

[Was Once Ernie]

Here's another hint: Muppet Loverr's avatar is the way to get a Piggy mold without having to get it from Puppet Heap.

Enough said.

:p

[MuppetCaper]

Does Terry know this? I see the avatar, but what does this mean Was Once Ernie? What is it made out of, or ho is it made I sould ask. Maybe I can relay this to Terry.

[muppetperson]

Terry's friend knows about this already.The avitar is a picture of an unfinished Miss Piggy that has been circulating.

[MuppetCaper]

So what is it made out of then?

[Muppet Loverr]

Is my avatar, causeing trouble? I will change it.

[muppetperson]

No, it is helping with some clues!

[MuppetCaper]

No, it's not your avatar, we are trying to figure out what Piggy would be made out of due to it being made from a mold, and Was Once Ernie said that there are other ways of making Piggy without the mold. Refering to your Avatar.

[muppetperson]

So what is it made out of then?

Flocked foam.But if you have a mould, it could be recast in another durable material, such as soft vinyl, like the original Fisher Price Miss Piggy toy puppets, and then flocked.

[MuppetCaper]

Oh no, if they are having trouble with Gonzo's nose, just think of the trouble they are going to have with Piggy. Another long pre-order for next year....YIKES!

[muppetperson]

Yes, that is what Terry is refering to about some obstucles along the way.

[MuppetCaper]

I noticed on www.monstermakers.com (http://www.monstermakers.com) it explains about the Muppets and using latex foam. Here is what it said:

STORAGE & LIFE EXPECTANCY: Foam chemicals stored tightly capped in a cool room will last a year or more. Shake them every month or so. Cured latex stored in plastic bags in a dry place away from light can last 20 years or more. Place puppets in a plastic bag in a box somewhere safe. Don’t squash puppets as they may stay deformed. Give them some breathing space. Stuff paper or cloth into heads to keep their shape when stored for long periods. foam latex I formulated for the Tarzan movie Greystoke kept in sealed plastic bags was reported to be as subtle as new more than 15 years after its manufacture. With Miss Piggy being used every day of the week on the original Muppet Show it was common to replace her every 6 - 12 months. Mouth corners and necks are the first to go on foam latex puppets. Performing on weekends and holidays, a foam latex puppet could last many years. It’s wise to have a backup puppet in case of an accident when doing film and television work.


There just MIGHT be hope...we will see in the future about our lovely pig! :mad:

[Was Once Ernie]

No, it's not your avatar, we are trying to figure out what Piggy would be made out of due to it being made from a mold, and Was Once Ernie said that there are other ways of making Piggy without the mold. Refering to your Avatar.

Actually, what I meant to say, but was being obtuse, is that there are other ways to get a Piggy mold without Puppet Heap loaning theirs to Master Replicas or Terry.

:p

[MuppetCaper]

What other way would there be?...oh wait, I think I got it......or do I? :confused:

[muppetperson]

Basically, you can make something from a mould and you can reverse this process.So from the head, you can recreate the mould, which I know exists, so that mould could be used if the original mould cant.

[Davina]

he's saying that there are other piggies out there in the world that a new mold could be cast from if they really needed to......

[muppetperson]

Bingo!

[MuppetCaper]

Ahhh......ok, I got it now! :mad:

[Mistersuperstar]

Has anyone noticed the main photo on the Muppet Central homepage. Is it a hint at which replica we might see next? :p

[muppetperson]

Actually, we have already been confirmed that all the 3 in the picture are coming out after Kermit.And Miss Piggy is semi confirmed as the fifth photo puppet.Now we have to speculate on who the sixth character will be.

[Mistersuperstar]

Fozzie has been confirmed as the fourth? I must have missed that. :o Glad to hear it tho.

[MuppetCaper]

Now we have to speculate on who the sixth character will be.


I guess we will find out when Terry does. He still has to make two more Fozzie's after the one he just made for MR. Then he has to make Miss Piggy. I wonder who the third one is going to be. ;)

[Mistersuperstar]

Rowlf would be a nice one to own. I guess he would be pretty much the same size as Fozzie. I wouldn't be too bothered about seeing any new characters (post 1990) I'd prefer if they stuck to the "classic" characters. Anyone else have an opinion on this?

[MuppetCaper]

Rowlf would be a nice one to own. I guess he would be pretty much the same size as Fozzie. I wouldn't be too bothered about seeing any new characters (post 1990) I'd prefer if they stuck to the "classic" characters. Anyone else have an opinion on this?


I like the classic characters myself. I would love to see Scooter next after Fozzie and Miss Piggy. Just to get the main characters out of the way. Then after them, I am up for anything.

[Mistersuperstar]

Yeah, Scooter would be good to see. I'd love all the Electric Mayhem members or at least Teeth or Floyd. It's be a nice photoshoot opportunity with Animal.

[Blinky_Fish]

We need to Have Rizzo and Pepe - Nuff Said - Scooter can wait

[Mistersuperstar]

I never really took to Pepe to be honest. Rizzo would be a nice one to have tho. Thay would have to dress him in his monogrammed jacket. I think a generic Muppet Show penguin might be nice to own too.

[Telly]

After Piggy I'd love to have Rizzo, Scooter, Rowlf, and Pepe.

[goodrastus]

The other thread on here has a report stating that Fozzie, Piggy and Rizzo will be the three in 2008.

[Beauregard]

Oooh, Rizzo! I wonder if he will be cheaper...and if that will make up for Fozzie and Piggy being twice the size of the others...I'm trying not to even think about that (Not that I can hear myself think with my wallet squealing in the background.)

[Mistersuperstar]

Rizzo is a great choice. Glad to see they are sticking to the more classic characters at the moment.

[RKUNKLER]

Master Replicas said that Rizzo would be the same price as Kermit. I love all the Replicas and think next it will be :sympathy: , :sing:, and :rolleyes:.

[Mistersuperstar]

Trouble is, if they make Rowlf, I'm gonna have to try and find a replica baby grand piano for him.

[BigDumbWookiee]

Master Replicas said that Rizzo would be the same price as Kermit. I love all the Replicas and think next it will be :sympathy: , :sing:, and :rolleyes:.

While I agree we might see Rowlf, and maybe Pepe down the road, I think we'll see Bunsen and Beaker and Statler and Waldorf before we see any of the Electric Mayhem (Animal excluded, of course).

[Mistersuperstar]

Statler and Waldorf would be great to own!

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

yes agreed here too! :sleep: & :boo: would be great too! I'm movin out soon and I'll be able to display these guys in my livingroom (note Kermit is displayed in my bedroom and soon will be animal). And now Gonzo is comming (cross fingers) soon, now Fozzie then Piggy and Rizzo!

[Davina]

gotta figure out how to redo the basement to include a mini balcony... just in case.... heh... :)

[MuppetCaper]

I will be building a display for all of them I think after Fozzie comes out so I can get some kind of idea on how tall he is going to be. I want to build a classic Muppet stage on legs with red curtains. The legs will be covered with black material. It will kinda look like a musium display. And of course stage lights! :)

[muppetperson]

Great idea.But that will mean they will be not be in a case, leaving a problem for moths and dust.

[MuppetCaper]

Great idea.But that will mean they will be not be in a case, leaving a problem for moths and dust.


I don't have much problems with moth's in my area. Dust is not a problem either. Kermit has been doing fine for a year now. I just keep him out of light so the material doesn't fade. :)

[Was Once Ernie]

I will be building a display for all of them I think after Fozzie comes out so I can get some kind of idea on how tall he is going to be.

Fozzie is nearly 4 feet tall. 44", I believe, but I don't think that takes into account his knees being bent so he can stand.

:p

[frogboy4]

Great idea.But that will mean they will be not be in a case, leaving a problem for moths and dust.

I keep my posed Kermit covered by his throw-cloth (like a birdcage) when I leave the apartment. ;)

[Was Once Ernie]

Okay... here's a real tease!

Travis mentioned who he'd like to make for 2009, but this hasn't been approved by anyone yet, so unless he tells me I can tell you...

I know something I won't tell, I won't tell, I won't tell... ;)

:p

[Telly]

I'm guessing Scooter....cuz of the little smiley. I don't know if it's just coincidence that he happens to be the winky one or if you're playing games with my heart my heart. I should've known from the start that my heart....sorry. Backstreet Boy moment there.

[Bear Man]

I'm kinda annoyed that we know the full line-up for 2008 already - we're only just half-way through '07, and it would have been nice to have a couple of them unknown...especially since I'm not the most patient of people, and knowing that I have to wait at least 6 months before I can even order Fozzie is sending me nuts.

[Telly]

One of my favorite things that I miss about the Palisades action figures was finding out who was in the next line or two. Hyping myself for the new figures was half the fun!

[Mistersuperstar]

We still aren't exactly sure that Gonzo will definitely follow Animal so I don't think we need to worry about 2008 just yet. So, the proposed order is: Kermit (2006), Animal (2007), Gonzo (2007), Fozzie (2008), Piggy (2008), Rizzo (2008)...

[Telly]

I'm with others....if Gonzo's nose is being a poo-poo head....just put him have somebody go in front of him.

[frogboy4]

I'm wondering if it would be best (if they make it to a third and/or fourth year) if they made a Bunsen & Beaker double-set? It would probably need to be priced over $600 (being conservative there too).

I know Beaker would be a big seller on his own and doesn't really need Bunsen (as product), but as a fan, I would prefer to have the set of both and don't see Bunsen being released by himself. I have been and could be wrong about that.

It would also re-open the Statler & Waldorf question.

However, I hope any "year three" line-up would include Scooter, Rowlf and Pepe (in that order). ;)

[Telly]

I was thinking about how they could fix Gonzo's nose problem this morning while getting ready for work. That's how cool I am! Anyway...I remember have this (http://muppet.wikia.com/wiki/Image:Fisherpricegonzodressup.jpg) when I was a kid. As I grew older and became "too cool" for the Muppets (thank God that stage is over in my life!) I dissected him. From what I remember, his nose was made from plastic and had what seemed to be sock-like material around.
What if they made the plastic mold for his nose and then just used some sorty of material to cover it and then airbrushed it?
But then again....I dunno what I'm talking about. :crazy:

[muppetperson]

After reading your last 2 replies, Telly, I have to ask-Have you been drinking?LOL Gonzo's nose being a poo poo! And a link to a FP Gonzo doll that was plush, not plastic.Anyway,they did put Gonzo aside and went with Animal.As for a plastic nose,yes it does have merit and apparently they are looking at some sort of mould injection.

[Telly]

Moi? Drink? I haven't drank since Tuesday! It's now 2am Saturday, August 4th! I will break my non-drinking streak tonight!

Nah! I knew that was a link to a plush. That was the plush I had and was just wondering if they could use some sort of plastic mold like that for the nose. So yeah. Just ignore me! :p

[frogboy4]

I am wondering, as an artist I have worked with balsa foam and yellow foam. Now, these are very different materials than the Muppety foam that are used for puppets, but do have some of the same deterioration issues. Once carved and painted, the foam is coated and sealed. Could that be the answer? And how many people who buy Gonzo are really going to want to fiddle with a bendable nose? If it looks right out of his box I'm leaving it alone. Poor blue guy is sensitive about the beak anyway.:concern:

[Telly]

No doubt, Frogboy! I ain't touchin the weirdo's nose! Leaving it "as is"!

[MuppetCaper]

Okay... here's a real tease!

Travis mentioned who he'd like to make for 2009, but this hasn't been approved by anyone yet, so unless he tells me I can tell you...

I know something I won't tell, I won't tell, I won't tell... ;)

:p

If this line stays strong after Animal, Gonzo and the rest, I would love to e know who is for 2009. Did he say how many photo puppets we are getting for 2009 Ernie? I know that we got one last year. Two this year so far. Three next year, and how many for the following year? I am sure you can tell us that much right? Also, I hope Scooter is for next year. (Keeping fingers crossed!). ;)

[King Prawn]

I'd love to see Rowlf, Scooter & Pepe in 2009 though I really want to see Dr. Teeth, Floyd or Zoot but I can see us going through others before getting to them. Sam the Eagle, Bunsen, Beaker & The Swedish Chef are others i'd like to see and I wouldn't mind Johnny & Sal.

For some reason I'm not excited about a Statler & Waldorf replica, I love the characters but for some reason they don't appeal to me when it comes to replicas. I wish they'd release 3 Normal Replicas a year plus a Small character.

Since i'm at it, this would be what i'd like to see

2009- Rowlf, Scooter, Sam the Eagle & Pepe

2010- Bunsen, Beaker, Swedish Chef & Camilla

2011 - Janice, Floyd, Zoot & Robin

2012- Dr. Teeth, Johnny Fiama, Sal & Muppet Penguin

Though I'm sure 4 per year would be a bit to much and many people would rather have Statler & Waldorf in place of Johnny Fiama & Sal on my list but for some reason I'm really likeing the idea of a Johnny Fiama & Sal replica, though obviously the classic characters come first.

:attitude: :sympathy: ;)

[MuppetCaper]

I really doubt that we are getting four a year. I will be happy with just the four that we suppose to be getting sometime soon. If we got more than three a year, that would hard on my money to get them. Just give me Animal, Gonzo, Piggy, and Fozzie and I am happy. If there is any others after that, I will be happy too! ;)

[Telly]

I like the idea of Johnny Fiama and Sal too!

[FuzzMonkey]

Don't know if anyone has seen these pics from comic con. I guess these are prototypes for the Gonzo and Fozzie replicas. I think Gonzo needs a lot of work, but I think Fozzie looks amazing! I must have Fozzie if he looks that good.


http://sdcc.figures.com/showgallery.php?cat=760

[Was Once Ernie]

If this line stays strong after Animal, Gonzo and the rest, I would love to e know who is for 2009. Did he say how many photo puppets we are getting for 2009 Ernie? I know that we got one last year. Two this year so far. Three next year, and how many for the following year? I am sure you can tell us that much right? Also, I hope Scooter is for next year. (Keeping fingers crossed!). ;)

Well, remember, this is just Travis' wish list, as we all have our own. I wouldn't put any stock in it yet. As I said, he was just conjecturing, but if it came to pass, it would be four characters for 2009.

:p

[frogboy4]

The band would be cool! I still think Scooter and Rowlf should have come before Rizzo, but I completely understand the decision. (Note the lack of Rizzo smiley to the right. Hmmmm. He he.)

I still am amazed Master Replicas is making a Fozzie that big! Not in my wildest dreams. Man, oh man! Happy frogboy here!

You know, I was thinking and...well. I'd like to see a Beauregard poser. I know he's likely not popular enough, but I like him. :o

[Bear Man]

Well, remember, this is just Travis' wish list, as we all have our own. I wouldn't put any stock in it yet. As I said, he was just conjecturing, but if it came to pass, it would be four characters for 2009.

:p

Honestly I think they're being too ambitious with their release schedule - we're talking well over $1000 worth of Muppets due to hit between now and the end of 2008, and if there's four characters in 2009 that would probably be at least another $1000. I don't think there's the fan base to support that sort of financial investment. I'll be really happy with Fozzie and Piggy, and if they can get him looking good, Gonzo. Animal and Rizzo will be something I'll think about, but are by no means a certain purchase.

[Telly]

How long does Master Replicas have the liscense for the Muppets? Cuz honestly, they can just focus on Gonzo, Fozzie, Piggy, Rizzo, Rowlf, Scooter, and Pepe. I think after that, they'll be gambling with any of the other characters.

Since I'm posting...Is Rizzo gonna have his yellow hat and red jacket we see him in now-a-days or is he gonna be naked like back on the Muppet Show?

[Mistersuperstar]

I'm kinda hoping Rizzo will be in his sports jacket and cap, especially if they expect him to be the same price as Kermit and Animal. He's only a little guy.
I think the sales or preorders of the next few replicas will have an impact on when and if future replicas will be released. When you start talking about characters like Scooter and Pepe, less "die hard" Muppet fans would have no interest in them.

[Telly]

i think Pepe would be a big seller. My friends who aren't really into the Muppets find Pepe HILARIOUS so i think he'd sell pretty well. If he's $200 - $300 I don't think that's too high of a price. That's just me thought! :crazy:

[Was Once Ernie]

I think the sales or preorders of the next few replicas will have an impact on when and if future replicas will be released. When you start talking about characters like Scooter and Pepe, less "die hard" Muppet fans would have no interest in them.

Actually, I'm a "die hard" Muppet fan and I'm not interested in Pepe. He's not a "classic" character to me. Anything that came after Jim I'm not really interested in.

:p

[a_Mickey_Muppet]

I still am amazed Master Replicas is making a Fozzie that big! Not in my wildest dreams. Man, oh man! Happy frogboy here!

You know, I was thinking and...well. I'd like to see a Beauregard poser. I know he's likely not popular enough, but I like him. :o


Frogboy...... pal you took the words RIGHT OUT of my mouth about Fozzie there! :) I got Kermit, pre-ordered Animal, Gonzo as soon as he gets "fixed", and I plan on getting Fozzie and Piggy and i would also like to see Scooter, Rowlf and Pepe and then after that who ever else thay want... like Beauregard and so forth :smirk:

[Mistersuperstar]

Actually, I'm a "die hard" Muppet fan and I'm not interested in Pepe. He's not a "classic" character to me. Anything that came after Jim I'm not really interested in.

Kinda my thoughts too. I would try and afford Pepe and other "post-Henson" characters but I wouldn't be too disappointed if I couldn't get him.

[Reevz1977]

One character that I would absolutely love to have but can guess Master Replicas won't do is Uncle Deadly. I thought he was absolutely ace and would make a really cool replica!

[TotallySpiesFan]

How about if Master Replicas could make obscure Muppet characters, such as the Blue Frackle (Boppity), Droop, and Shaky Sanchez?

[Was Once Ernie]

How about if Master Replicas could make obscure Muppet characters, such as the Blue Frackle (Boppity), Droop, and Shaky Sanchez?

Well, it's nice to speculate, but I can't imagine in my wildest stretch of imagination that they would sell very many of those... especially as photo puppets. Now, if they were actual hand puppets... maybe.

:p

[Mistersuperstar]

One character that I would absolutely love to have but can guess Master Replicas won't do is Uncle Deadly. I thought he was absolutely ace and would make a really cool replica!

Just what I was thinking when I was watching the Twiggy episode last night. He has a lot of characters but I seriously doubt they would sell many. He isn't recognisable enought. That goes for the likes of Boppity and Droop too. A lot of the more obscure characters probably don't even exist anymore, in puppet form or original design plans.

[frogboy4]

I wonder if they could make Java Muppets, Muppephones or even find a way to release a generic rat that can be customized? :cool: