Packaging - ***
The box doesn't have a window, and these aren't any sort of limited edition, so there's no numbering. But I do love the use of the many previous Kid Robot figures around the box, with Matt done in full color.

Inside is a double plastic tray, which holds the figure safe during transit and is completely collector friendly.

Sculpting - ***1/2
Matt Groening has a rather unique look, but I think they've done an excellent job translating that into this design and style.

The mouth is smiling, just as you'd expect, and they've gone the extra mile by including lens in the glasses. There's not a ton of detail work or texture, but that's part of this style.

He stands great on his own, and both hands can be used to hold the accessories.

As I mentioned earlier, this is not one of the standard smaller figures. He stands a full 6" tall from the bottom of his feet to the top of his head.

Paint - ***1/2
While most of the colors are fairly basic and straight forward, it's important to note that there's no real slop anywhere, and the cut lines are, for the most part, very clean between colors. The coverage is also quite consistent, with only a rub mark or two. My only complaint is around the mustache, where a bit of the brown rides up on the face.

On the front of his jacket it says 'Matt', and on the back is a tampo sticker of the Simpsons characters...done in the Kid Robot style. Cute!

Articulation - **
There's not a ton, but it's what you'd expect from Kid Robot. There's the cut neck, and cut shoulders. On these larger scale figures, it always seems a bit lacking even when you consider the design.

Accessories - ***
There are two accessories - a pad of paper with a Homer drawing on the top page, and a large pencil. While more accessories would always be better, these two are key considering the subject.

Fun Factor - **1/2
These aren't really toys - they're collectibles. While millions of kids have loved his creations, not many would recognize him.

Value - *1/2
At $45 - $50, there's no doubt these are too expensive. It's a vinyl figure, not much different from the Hasbro Star Wars vinyl figures we were able to get at Target for $10. The fact that they are imported takes the price up some, but not 5 times.

Things to Watch Out For -
Not a thing!

Overall - ***
While I won't be running out to buy the other Kid Robot Simpsons figures, it is nice to have this version of their creator. I'd be much more inclined if they weren't blind boxed, but such is life. I can recommend this one, since there's no chance you won't get exactly what you expect.

Score Recap:
Packaging - ***
Sculpting - ***1/2
Paint - ***1/2
Articulation - **
Accessories - ***
Fun Factor - **1/2
Value - *1/2
Overall - ***

Where to Buy -
Online options include these site sponsors:

- Urban Collector has him at $45.

- Big Bad Toy Store has him at $50.

- or you can search ebay for a deal.

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