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| name    = National Entertainment<br/>Collectibles Association
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'''NECA''' ('''National Entertainment Collectibles Association''') is a wholesale company that creates and sells collectable toys and figures based on numerous licenses, from ''Harry Potter'' to ''The Nightmare Before Christmas''.   
 
'''NECA''' ('''National Entertainment Collectibles Association''') is a wholesale company that creates and sells collectable toys and figures based on numerous licenses, from ''Harry Potter'' to ''The Nightmare Before Christmas''.   
  
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NECA is currently producing a line of ''[[Team Fortress 2]]'' action figures and plush dolls, as well figures and replica props based on other [[Valve]] titles such as ''[[Portal]]'', ''[[Left 4 Dead]]'', and ''[http://half-life.wikia.com/wiki/Half-Life Half-Life]''.  
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NECA produced a line of ''[[Team Fortress 2]]'' action figures and plush dolls, as well figures and replica props based on other [[Valve]] titles such as ''[[Portal 2]]'', ''[[Left 4 Dead 2]]'', and ''[[hl2:Half-Life|Half-Life]]''.  
  
 
== Products ==
 
== Products ==
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=== 7″ Deluxe Action Figure – Series 1 ===
 
=== 7″ Deluxe Action Figure – Series 1 ===
  
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Each figure comes with a DLC code for a genuine hat, and is limited to 10,000 pieces. The packaging is labelled for each individual number. Both series 1 figures carry a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $23.99. The first two were released on [http://www.teamfortress.com/post.php?id=9825 January 28, 2013].
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Each figure comes with a DLC code for a [[genuine]] hat, and is limited to 10,000 pieces. The packaging is labelled for each individual number. Both series 1 figures carry a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $23.99. The first two were released on [http://www.teamfortress.com/post.php?id=9825 January 28, 2013].
  
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Purchasers of the [[Pyro]] action figure receive a code for a [[Genuine]] [[Brigade Helm]].
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The [[Pyro]] figure includes the Pyro's [[Flame Thrower]] and [[Fire Axe]]. Purchasers of the RED Pyro figure receive a code for a [[Genuine]] [[Brigade Helm]], while purchasers of the BLU variant receive a [[Genuine]] [[Respectless Rubber Glove]].
  
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Purchasers of the [[Demoman]] action figure receive a code for a [[Genuine]] [[Glengarry Bonnet]].
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The [[Demoman]] figure includes his [[Grenade Launcher]] and [[Stickybomb Launcher]], a spare hand, and another hand holding his [[Bottle]]. Purchasers of the RED Demoman action figure receive a code for a [[Genuine]] [[Glengarry Bonnet]], while purchasers of the BLU variant receive a [[Genuine]] [[Scotsman's Stove Pipe]].
  
 
<gallery>
 
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File:NECADemomanfigure1.png|[http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009V0NS2C?tag=eonstuf-20 7″ Deluxe Action Figure – Series 1 Demo]
 
File:NECADemomanfigure1.png|[http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009V0NS2C?tag=eonstuf-20 7″ Deluxe Action Figure – Series 1 Demo]
 
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=== 7″ Action Figure – Series 2===
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Series 2 was released in December 2013.
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The [[Heavy]] figure includes his [[Minigun]] and [[Shotgun]], along with a spare pair of hands. Purchasers of the RED Heavy action figure receive a code for a [[Genuine]] [[Officer's Ushanka]], while purchasers of the BLU variant receive a [[Genuine]] [[Tough Guy's Toque]].
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The [[Soldier]] figure includes his [[Rocket Launcher]] and [[Shovel]], along with three spare hands. Purchasers of the RED Soldier action figure receive a code for a [[Genuine]] [[Tyrant's Helm]], while purchasers of the BLU variant receive a [[Genuine]] [[Stainless Pot]].
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File:Necaheavy.png|[https://www.amazon.com/NECA-Fortress-Heavy-Action-Figure/dp/B00C5TEOYM 7″  Action Figure – Series 2 Heavy]
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File:Necasoldier2.png|[https://www.amazon.com/NECA-Fortress-Soldier-Action-Figure/dp/B00C5TEPR8 7″ Action Figure – Series 2 Soldier]
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=== 7″ Action Figure – Series 3===
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Series 3 was released in April 2014.
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The [[Engineer]] figure includes his [[Wrench]], a [[Pistol]], and an openable [[PDA|Toolbox]]. The BLU variant has its toolbox incorrectly colored red. Purchasers of the RED Engineer action figure receive a code for a [[Genuine]] [[Engineer's Cap]], while purchasers of the BLU variant receive a [[Genuine]] [[Texas Ten Gallon]].
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The [[Spy]] figure includes his [[Revolver]], [[Knife]], a [[Sapper]], and a spare hand. Purchasers of the RED Spy action figure receive a code for a [[Genuine]] [[Backbiter's Billycock]], while purchasers of the BLU variant receive a [[Genuine]] [[Camera Beard]].
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The BLU variants of series 3 (dubbed series 3.5) were delayed for unknown reasons. They were released in July 2018.
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File:Necaengineer.png|[https://www.amazon.com/NECA-Team-Fortress-Red-Engineer/dp/B00I5VW35G 7″  Action Figure – Series 3 Engineer]
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File:Necaspy.png|[https://www.amazon.com/NECA-Team-Fortress-Red-Spy/dp/B00I5W01M2 7″ Action Figure – Series 3 Spy]
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=== 7″ Action Figure - Series 4===
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Series 4 was released in October 2018.
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The [[Scout]] figure includes his [[Scattergun]], a [[Pistol]], and a [[Bat]]. Purchasers of the RED Scout action figure receive a code for a [[Genuine]] [[Bonk Helm]], while purchasers of the BLU Scout Action Figure receive a code for a [[Genuine]] [[Ye Olde Baker Boy]].
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The [[Medic]] figure includes his [[Medi Gun]], [[Syringe Gun]], and [[Bonesaw]]. Purchasers of the RED Medic action figure receive a code for a [[Genuine]] [[Otolaryngologist's Mirror]], while purchasers of the BLU Medic action figure receive a code for a [[Genuine]] [[Vintage Tyrolean]].
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The [[Sniper]] figure includes his [[Sniper Rifle]] only. Purchasers of the RED Sniper action figure receive a code for a [[Genuine]] [[Master's Yellow Belt]], while purchasers of the BLU Sniper action figure receive a code for a [[Genuine]] [[Professional's Panama]].
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File:Necascout.jpg|[https://www.amazon.com/NECA-Fortress-Scale-Action-Figures/dp/B07JNCDLY9 7" Scale Action Figures - Series 4 Scout]
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File:Necamedic.jpg|[https://www.amazon.com/NECA-Fortress-Scale-Action-Figures/dp/B07JN6W61Z 7" Scale Action Figures - Series 4 Medic]
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File:Necasniper.jpg|[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JN6VWSV 7" Scale Action Figures - Series 4 Sniper]
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== Trivia==
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* Both variants of the [[Soldier]] feature what appears to be the [[Gentle Manne's Service Medal]], albeit inaccurately colored gray.
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* Strangely, the BLU [[Engineer]] figure has his head, forearms and left hand cast in a semi-transparent plastic, usually reserved for NECA's more realistic characters.
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* The box for the [[Sniper]] figure claims the Sniper's first name is "Mick" (instead of Mun-dee).
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* The packaging mostly includes the [[Main menu#Classes|class portraits]] from the [[Main Menu]], however, some classes include some notable differences:
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** The [[Scout]] holds the [[Bat]] in a pose similar to the class selection screen instead of his [[Scattergun]].
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** The [[Heavy]] has a different facial expression.
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** The [[Spy]] holds the [[Knife]] instead of his [[Revolver]], in a different way compared to his Winter-themed portrait.
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** All classes also include a [[BLU]] team variant that is never seen on the Main Menu, other than the [[Soldier]] from the [[End of the Line Update]].
  
 
== Pre-release Gallery==
 
== Pre-release Gallery==
 
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File:Neca_1.JPG|Gordon Freeman, Atlas, and P-Body
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File:Neca_1.JPG|Gordon Freeman, Atlas, and P-Body.
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File:Neca_2.JPG| Portal Gun and Companion Cube replicas
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File:Neca_2.JPG| Portal Gun and Companion Cube replicas.
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File:Neca_3.JPG| Smoker, Boomer, Pyro, Heavy, and Demoman
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File:Neca_3.JPG| Smoker, Boomer, Pyro, Heavy, and Demoman.
 
File:Team-fortress-1.png| Sculptor's Corner image #1, part of the actual figure.
 
File:Team-fortress-1.png| Sculptor's Corner image #1, part of the actual figure.
 
File:team-fortress-3.png| Sculptor's Corner image #2, a drawing indicating to the sculptor where articulation will be put.
 
File:team-fortress-3.png| Sculptor's Corner image #2, a drawing indicating to the sculptor where articulation will be put.
 
File:team-fortress-4.png| Sculptor's Corner image #3, a second image of the figure being sculpted.
 
File:team-fortress-4.png| Sculptor's Corner image #3, a second image of the figure being sculpted.
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File:Demoman_press_shot.jpg|Press image of Demoman action figure with Stickybomb Launcher accessory by NECA.
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File:Demoman_press_shot.jpg|Press image of Demoman action figure with Stickybomb Launcher accessory.
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File:Tf2_plushies.jpg|An image taken at the NECA booth at the NY Toy Fair. Features Scout, Soldier and Pyro plush toys, as well as a Heavy action figure.
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File:Tf2_plushies.jpg|An image taken at the NECA booth at the NY Toy Fair. Features Scout, Soldier, and Pyro plush toys, as well as a Heavy action figure.
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File:Toyark-TF2.jpg|An image of the Heavy, Pyro, Demoman, and Soldier painted prototypes on display at [http://www.comic-con.org/ San Diego Comic-Con] Preview Night. As photographed by [http://www.toyark.com The Toyark.]
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File:Toyark-TF2.jpg|An image of the Heavy, Pyro, Demoman, and Soldier painted prototypes on display at [http://www.comic-con.org/ San Diego Comic-Con] Preview Night. As photographed by [http://www.toyark.com The Toyark].
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File:Toyark-TF2-Plush.jpg|An image of the Pyro and Scout plushies on display at [http://www.comic-con.org/ San Diego Comic-Con] Preview Night. As photographed by [http://www.toyark.com The Toyark.]
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File:Toyark-TF2-Plush.jpg|An image of the Pyro and Scout plushies on display at [http://www.comic-con.org/ San Diego Comic-Con] Preview Night. As photographed by [http://www.toyark.com The Toyark].
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
  
 
== External links ==
 
== External links ==
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* [[Wikipedia:National Entertainment Collectibles Association|National Entertainment Collectibles Association on Wikipedia]]
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* [[w:Figma|Figma on Wikipedia]]
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* [[Wikipedia:Figma|Figma on Wikipedia]]
 
 
* [http://necaonline.com/32585/blog/sculptor-corner/sculptors-corner-team-fortress-rocky-and-a-surprise-pics/ NECA's Sculptor's Corner]
 
* [http://necaonline.com/32585/blog/sculptor-corner/sculptors-corner-team-fortress-rocky-and-a-surprise-pics/ NECA's Sculptor's Corner]
 
* [http://www.comic-con.org/ San Diego Comic-Con]
 
* [http://www.comic-con.org/ San Diego Comic-Con]
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* [http://www.toyark.com The Toyark.]
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* [http://www.toyark.com The Toyark]
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[[Category:Merchandise]]

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National Entertainment
Collectibles Association
NECA
Information
Reporting mark: NECA
Sphere of activity: Production of toys
Locale: Hillside, New Jersey, United States
Chief Executive Officer: Joel Weinshanker
Website: http://www.necaonline.com

NECA (National Entertainment Collectibles Association) is a wholesale company that creates and sells collectable toys and figures based on numerous licenses, from Harry Potter to The Nightmare Before Christmas.

NECA produced a line of Team Fortress 2 action figures and plush dolls, as well figures and replica props based on other Valve titles such as Portal 2, Left 4 Dead 2, and Half-Life.

Products

13″ Tall TF2 Plushes

7″ Deluxe Action Figure – Series 1

Each figure comes with a DLC code for a genuine hat, and is limited to 10,000 pieces. The packaging is labelled for each individual number. Both series 1 figures carry a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $23.99. The first two were released on January 28, 2013.

The Pyro figure includes the Pyro's Flame Thrower and Fire Axe. Purchasers of the RED Pyro figure receive a code for a Genuine Brigade Helm, while purchasers of the BLU variant receive a Genuine Respectless Rubber Glove.

The Demoman figure includes his Grenade Launcher and Stickybomb Launcher, a spare hand, and another hand holding his Bottle. Purchasers of the RED Demoman action figure receive a code for a Genuine Glengarry Bonnet, while purchasers of the BLU variant receive a Genuine Scotsman's Stove Pipe.

7″ Action Figure – Series 2

Series 2 was released in December 2013.

The Heavy figure includes his Minigun and Shotgun, along with a spare pair of hands. Purchasers of the RED Heavy action figure receive a code for a Genuine Officer's Ushanka, while purchasers of the BLU variant receive a Genuine Tough Guy's Toque.

The Soldier figure includes his Rocket Launcher and Shovel, along with three spare hands. Purchasers of the RED Soldier action figure receive a code for a Genuine Tyrant's Helm, while purchasers of the BLU variant receive a Genuine Stainless Pot.

7″ Action Figure – Series 3

Series 3 was released in April 2014.

The Engineer figure includes his Wrench, a Pistol, and an openable Toolbox. The BLU variant has its toolbox incorrectly colored red. Purchasers of the RED Engineer action figure receive a code for a Genuine Engineer's Cap, while purchasers of the BLU variant receive a Genuine Texas Ten Gallon.

The Spy figure includes his Revolver, Knife, a Sapper, and a spare hand. Purchasers of the RED Spy action figure receive a code for a Genuine Backbiter's Billycock, while purchasers of the BLU variant receive a Genuine Camera Beard.

The BLU variants of series 3 (dubbed series 3.5) were delayed for unknown reasons. They were released in July 2018.

7″ Action Figure - Series 4

Series 4 was released in October 2018.

The Scout figure includes his Scattergun, a Pistol, and a Bat. Purchasers of the RED Scout action figure receive a code for a Genuine Bonk Helm, while purchasers of the BLU Scout Action Figure receive a code for a Genuine Ye Olde Baker Boy.

The Medic figure includes his Medi Gun, Syringe Gun, and Bonesaw. Purchasers of the RED Medic action figure receive a code for a Genuine Otolaryngologist's Mirror, while purchasers of the BLU Medic action figure receive a code for a Genuine Vintage Tyrolean.

The Sniper figure includes his Sniper Rifle only. Purchasers of the RED Sniper action figure receive a code for a Genuine Master's Yellow Belt, while purchasers of the BLU Sniper action figure receive a code for a Genuine Professional's Panama.

Trivia

  • Both variants of the Soldier feature what appears to be the Gentle Manne's Service Medal, albeit inaccurately colored gray.
  • Strangely, the BLU Engineer figure has his head, forearms and left hand cast in a semi-transparent plastic, usually reserved for NECA's more realistic characters.
  • The box for the Sniper figure claims the Sniper's first name is "Mick" (instead of Mun-dee).
  • The packaging mostly includes the class portraits from the Main Menu, however, some classes include some notable differences:
    • The Scout holds the Bat in a pose similar to the class selection screen instead of his Scattergun.
    • The Heavy has a different facial expression.
    • The Spy holds the Knife instead of his Revolver, in a different way compared to his Winter-themed portrait.
    • All classes also include a BLU team variant that is never seen on the Main Menu, other than the Soldier from the End of the Line Update.

Pre-release Gallery

  • Gordon Freeman, Atlas, and P-Body.

  • Portal Gun and Companion Cube replicas.

  • Smoker, Boomer, Pyro, Heavy, and Demoman.

  • Sculptor's Corner image #1, part of the actual figure.

  • Sculptor's Corner image #2, a drawing indicating to the sculptor where articulation will be put.

  • Sculptor's Corner image #3, a second image of the figure being sculpted.

  • Press image of Demoman action figure with Stickybomb Launcher accessory.

  • An image taken at the NECA booth at the NY Toy Fair. Features Scout, Soldier, and Pyro plush toys, as well as a Heavy action figure.

  • An image of the Heavy, Pyro, Demoman, and Soldier painted prototypes on display at San Diego Comic-Con Preview Night. As photographed by The Toyark.

  • An image of the Pyro and Scout plushies on display at San Diego Comic-Con Preview Night. As photographed by The Toyark.

External links

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