Detective Comics commenced during 1937 and this historic series has introduced an incredible range of popular characters. Many such heroes and villains are available already and 71026 DC Super Heroes Collectable Minifigures improves that selection even further.

Various entirely new characters are found here alongside exclusive versions of celebrated figures who have appeared previously, including Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman! These minifigures look wonderful and our review features two parts, focusing first upon Mister Miracle, Sinestro and Cheetah, among others.

Box Distribution

Each box contains sixty minifigures which are distributed as follows:

3 - Mister Miracle

4 - Wonder Woman

5 - Aquaman

4 - Stargirl

3 - Sinestro

4 - Cheetah

4 - Superman

4 - Green Lantern

3 - Cyborg

3 - Batman

3 - Huntress

4 - Metamorpho

5 - Joker

3 - Bumblebee

5 - The Flash

3 - Bat-Mite

Minifigures

Collectable Minifigures provide an opportunity for LEGO to create some relatively obscure characters and Mister Miracle is an impressive example. This minifigure certainly stands out within the selection, featuring bright red, yellow and green tones which look lovely and accurately recreate his appearance from the comics. I am particularly satisfied with the attractive cape and its prominent collar.

The minifigure incorporates dual-moulded arms and legs. These have been employed to marvellous effect and the printing across the front of the legs looks especially interesting, softening the transition between red and bright green plastic. Similar detail covers the torso and I love the angular cape clasp, taking inspiration from the hero's 1971 design.

Mister Miracle is perhaps best known for his astonishing escapology skills, although his various other abilities include immortality and superhuman physical attributes. This minifigure is therefore equipped with handcuffs and a light bluish grey chain. The chain wraps perfectly around the minifigure and may be held in each hand, further distinguishing Mister Miracle from other characters in this range.

Each minifigure is accompanied by black display stands, as usual. However, this series also provides black 1x2 jumper plates and new trans-clear elements, allowing you to pose the minifigures as though they are flying or leaping through the air. These pieces are remarkably versatile, connecting to various points on the legs or clipping into the hands and I believe they could prove useful elsewhere.

Wonder Woman was introduced during 1941 and has subsequently become one of the most popular DC heroes. This minifigure reflects her original appearance, featuring an unusual eagle symbol on the torso. I appreciate this unique design and the blue skirt, which is decorated with stars, looks wonderful too. Both components exhibit fantastic attention to subtle details from the early comics.

However, the hair component returns from past Wonder Woman minifigures and could probably have been improved. The tiara looks fairly accurate but the hair style bears little resemblance to her classic design. Producing an entirely new element might not have been practical though, in which case I think re-using this component is an appropriate compromise.

Two expressions decorate the double-sided head and metallic silver bracelets are printed on Wonder Woman's wrists. They look superb and seem especially important here because their ability to deflect bullets is shown on the cover of Sensation Comics #1. Wonder Woman also carries her mighty Lasso of Truth which was created for this character in 6862 Superman vs. Power Armour Lex.

Multiple versions of Aquaman have been produced recently, taking inspiration from modern comics, the DC movies and his traditional orange and green design. This minifigure is accordingly distinctive, featuring the golden harpoon that replaced Arthur Curry's left hand during the 1990s. I am extremely satisfied with this element and the metallic silver armour protecting his right arm looks magnificent.

While those details are definitely appealing, my favourite aspect of this minifigure are its printed legs. The green scales look marvellous and this decoration continues onto both sides of the dual-moulded legs. The head is impressive too, although I am surprised to see the part from 76116 Batman Batsub and the Underwater Clash returning here because Collectable Minifigures usually feature new heads.

Aquaman is famously capable of communicating with underwater creatures, hence an exclusive fish accompanies the Atlantean. The fish has appeared in several interesting colours during recent years but spring yellowish green is new and looks nice. This image also shows the aforementioned printing on the side of Aquaman's legs, completing a great rendition of the character.

Contrasting with characters such as Aquaman or Wonder Woman, Stargirl has not appeared in past DC Super Heroes sets. This minifigure looks brilliant though, wearing accurate attire when compared with the comics. I like the blue domino mask printed on both sides of her head and these expressions are absolutely perfect for Courtney Whitmore, displaying metallic silver braces on the reverse.

The blonde hair piece leaves something to be desired because Stargirl is traditionally portrayed with straight hair but her attire looks excellent. Three white stars decorate the sleeves while another large star is fixed to her chest, closely resembling the source material. The vital Cosmic Convertor belt and dual-moulded legs are equally authentic and the matching red gloves look splendid too.

Stargirl's abilities, which include enhanced strength and flight, are enabled by the Cosmic Convertor belt and her Cosmic Staff. This golden accessory comprises a 4L bar and an attractive trans-orange component with some glittery content. Its shape corresponds with the comics and I really appreciate this attempt to maintain absolute authenticity rather than choosing the closest existing part.

Despite being Green Lantern's arch nemesis, Sinestro has only previously appeared in 76025 Green Lantern vs. Sinestro. This minifigure looks quite different to its predecessor, taking inspiration from the villain's original appearance where his attire was blue and black. The resulting design seems relatively simple but reflects the comic, featuring an angular design around the neck and blue wrist details.

Pink is undoubtedly an appropriate skin tone for Sinestro and the double-sided head looks excellent, featuring two different smiles and arched eyebrows, along with the obligatory moustache. However, I am less satisfied with the black hair piece which fails to replicate Sinestro's enlarged cranium and his pointed ears. A new element would have been ideal.

Sinestro has wielded the Yellow Power Ring since his second appearance and that infamous weapon makes great use of a printed 1x1 round tile. The ring looks perfect when attached to his hand and may also be connected to the accompanying power battery which compares favourably with the comics and includes stud attachment points on either side.

Cheetah is among Wonder Woman's most renowned opponents and this depiction of the character is perfect to accompany the aforementioned Amazonian minifigure. Priscilla Rich appeared in several of Wonder Woman's earliest comics, wearing her distinctive costume which features an intricate spotted pattern so contrasts dramatically with the figure from 76097 Lex Luthor Mech Takedown.

Claws decorate the villainess' feet but they are not visible on her hands, unfortunately. However, this double-sided head looks superb, capturing Priscilla's unpleasant personality through a cruel smile on one side and an angry expression on the other. The headgear component appears similarly authentic when compared with the Golden Age comics.

Jealousy inspired Cheetah's early crimes but money has also become an important incentive for this character, hence the minifigure carries an exclusive green sack. I love the stereotypical dollar symbol which is printed on one side and can envisage this accessory being used in future City sets, given the frequency of bank robberies in LEGO City!

DC Collectable Minifigures would not be complete without Superman and this minifigure is brand new, borrowing design features from the Rebirth comic series. The red hips which appear on the majority of Superman figures are therefore absent here and the Man of Steel instead wears an attractive belt with striped boots and his traditional red cape.

Superman's muscles seem particularly defined here but the remainder of this minifigure is reasonably familiar. The black hair piece has appeared on many occasions and the double-sided head resembles several which have been produced before, albeit now featuring an exceptionally angry alternative face that represents the hero's powerful heat vision. This could also depict an evil Superman.

While this minifigure has been executed nicely, similar renditions of Superman are already available. The accompanying 2x2 newspaper tile is unique though, featuring the famous 'Caped Wonder Stuns City' headline which appeared during the 1978 Superman movie. The photo underneath seems more reminiscent of Superman Returns and I appreciate how Superman stands out, even in this tiny image.

Numerous characters have occupied the role of Green Lantern and Simon Baz is among the more recent incarnations. His green and black attire looks fantastic here and resembles other members of the Green Lantern Corps, although Simon also wears an unusual mask to conceal his identity, unlike other Green Lanterns who sometimes sport domino masks.

Dual-moulded arms and legs have been employed to excellent effect here, forming short sleeves and boots. Furthermore, the lime green bands which surround bright green areas of the suit and adorn the mask are attractive and I like the printed shoulders. Ideally, they would have extended further to match the torso design but this remains an enjoyable minifigure.

Corresponding with Sinestro, Simon Baz includes another power battery and his printed Power Ring which are bright green and trans-bright green, respectively. These accessories reflect Simon's heroic alignment and the pack contains spare pieces to build another Power Ring, enabling you to complete one of the existing Green Lantern minifigures from previous DC Super Heroes sets.

Overall

The expansive DC universe features myriad fun characters and 71026 DC Super Heroes Collectable Minifigures provides an opportunity to include some interesting examples. While certain selections for the range are slightly odd, the individual quality of these minifigures is absolutely tremendous, making brilliant use of dual-moulded elements and more extensive printed designs than ever before!

The second part of our review is available here.

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These minifigures were provided for review by The LEGO Group but the review is an expression of my own opinions.