Fun fact: Near the Chinese city that produces TMNT bootleg figures there's a shrine to Phelan, since the entire region's economy hinges on him making these videos.
I don't know why, but bootlegs of figures that were originally really well-made and detailed fascinate me so much more than ones based on simpler figures. It's like watching a beautiful classic car get hit by a train. The destruction of the craftsmanship is somehow both horrifying and satisfying.
The chain on bootleg Mikey's nunchucks is clearly the same style used on some keychains. They probably already have many of those in the bootleg factory.
I find it hilarious how Bathero is so sad and pathetic he gets beaten by Steffy even when she congratulates him, regardless of it being intentional or sarcastic.
Ah, another TMNT bootleg zone entry and its tied to a classic episode, nicely nostalgic. Also love the Bathero & Steffy Love cameo in the skit at the end!
The only points yours deserves over the ones I got back in the day is that my Raph came with his left foot broken off, and of course him being my favorite turtle why WOULDN'T he be the one to come broken straight out of the mailer? :P It's nice to see you swing around to these, Bootleg zones and all your toy videos have been a great joy over the years and have rekindled my love of hunting down bootlegs of my own (including an amazing Mexican April O'Neil that would look perfect with your Demon Turtles), so thank you for all the many, many great dives into these things, it's been well appreciated.
I actually picked up the Classic Turtles figures after watching your video! I kinda had some bad luck with it. My Mikey came with a broken ankle and his chest plate fell off, so I can't pose him well. And Leo's eyes were pretty hilariously wall-eyed. But they're still good figures (The other two are great! And Leo's good minus the eyes, so I assume Mikey was the exception rather than the rule) and I'd definitely rather have even my figures with issues than deal with these bootlegs. I wanna give them some props for even attempting such complicated figures...but seeing the results...naaaaaah. At least we get more Bootleg Zones out of it!
These actually look pretty good for bootlegs. Well that is until you check the originals and realize how much function was skipped out of these like the fingers and toes. I assume they come in bags because well, most chinese sellers omit the package to save on space and packaging. Btw, you should try and check out Space Morphers. An actual new transforming combining robot line with awesome unique alt modes and die cast, not copying anything. Really good quality too.
I actually really prefer the bootlegs that are crazy and over the top. These ones are just ripping off the originals pure and simple and doing it poorly. What a pity.
They're like the evil Bizarro Universe versions of the NECA Mirage Comics TMNT bootlegs (which I bought after watching your review since the officials are stupid expensive and are every bit as good as you said).
I had a hard time telling, but did you bruise your hands while handling these guys, or was that paint rubbing off from the figures? It looked like it hurt if it was the former!
i have a bootleg of this turtles with the same articulation of the originals, the only diference from the originals are the paint on the base and the wraping on donnie´s bo
I actually got these a while back and I rather like them. Mine don't have loose joints or paint splotches and have limited shoulder joints. My Don's head also moves, as does my Raph. Of the weapons, only Don's was bent, though it took a lot to get Leo's swords in their sheaths. The paint on the weapons was pretty bad, but I can easily paint over that. While it doesn't help that the Classics line molds suck ass, I overall am satisfied with my versions.
So, the Canadians get the Phelous. Australians get wade nixon, A.K.A, Dankpods. And the UK gets ashens. Where is the US on the "looking at shit in a funny way" and "classic background" game?
No matter the time that passes... Seeing Steffi and Bat Hero always brings joy to my life. I think the best thing in the world would be a show with them as the main characters and narrated by Old Man. Just joking!.... or am I?
Must've gotten some different version of the bootleg back in 2014. Even with some detailes like Leo's shell kinda trying to fall off, they can both stand and hold their weapons just fine and only one of Leo's swords is lightly curved. The shades of the green on them also less vibratant and more in line with the 87 figures, I guess.
Bent weapons can be fixed with hot water btw. Warm a mug of water in a microwave for about 3 minutes. dip the bent item into the water and while the plastic is loose straigbten it out. and bingo. Also works for loosening joints that don't wanna move.
Damn, I have seen thin slices of pizza less limp than Bootleg Leonardo's blades. If he has to fight the foot clan with that, I doubt Raphael ever risk to piss him off with his rebellious recriminations!
Will the bootleg turtles ever get up without help? What is Krang's next insidious plan? And Will Bathero ever file a domestic abuse lawsuit against Steffi Love? Find out in the next exciting episode of Bootleg Zones!
Fun fact: Near the Chinese city that produces TMNT bootleg figures there's a shrine to Phelan, since the entire region's economy hinges on him making these videos.
Is there a photo or something I could google to find it? I’d love to see it!
Do you know the name of the Chinese city?
Insane to believe it’s been a decade since you looked at those classic figures, time sure does fly.
WHOA
When you're getting high.
@@smb-c3po please stop
@@gracekim1998 They'll never stop until you hit the bong..
@@Redstar2613 what on Earth does that mean?! I don’t speak 60’s😅
I don't know why, but bootlegs of figures that were originally really well-made and detailed fascinate me so much more than ones based on simpler figures. It's like watching a beautiful classic car get hit by a train. The destruction of the craftsmanship is somehow both horrifying and satisfying.
Comment 1 month old, video a few minutes ago uploaded: are you a time traveling raccoon?!
I actually have the bootleg Movie Stars figures.
Figma figures especially.
@@wumpus976 figma bootlegs are just the same with no quality control
I've seen bootlegs of S.H.Figuarts figures that come in weird packaging similar to that "Super Hero" set he reviewed a while back
Bathero has had such an arc over the years.
His transformation into a villain this season is a welcome change to the source material.
I mean, you either die a hero or...
He's the villain we deserve, not the one we need right now
Congratulations on 10 years of Bootleg Zones!
It seemed like like yesterday a bunch of unoriginal jackasses gave a shot about what number they think they are.
and before this, Channel Awesome was wasting his capabilities with bad writing ;)
The chain on bootleg Mikey's nunchucks is clearly the same style used on some keychains. They probably already have many of those in the bootleg factory.
I guess Donatello having a fused neck is the "new way" 😆
Coming soon to theaters... "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out Of The Plastic Baggies."
Please go back in the baggies...
I love that Steffi and Bat Hero are still with us all these years later.
We need to remember their anniversary
Bonesteel used his SARAN WRAP SHOOTER on the Turtles during their last encounter. Thankfully Phelous saved them in the nick of time.
They might be an accurate representation of the Next Mutation Turtles, in the sense that they refuse to stand up or do anything. It's the new way!
making the evil clones so badly that they suffer as long as they live, that kinda is truly evil, well done bat hero
Maybe he also made those really crappy Mexican bootleg turtles too
I find it hilarious how Bathero is so sad and pathetic he gets beaten by Steffy even when she congratulates him, regardless of it being intentional or sarcastic.
Nice Kra-*CEREBRAL*-ng cameo in the sketch.
I love how at some point, Phalous job became playing with toys! And you never know when Bathero and Stefi will show up!!!!😅
All the plastic baggies are a metaphor for the pollution killing the turtles XD
Somewhere in China: Oh man some westerner bought them for triple the production costs! We have to continue that line!
It’s the Adolescent Irradiated Shinobi Tortoises
Ah yes, Bootlegs of highly articulated figures... always a good sign! But it's missing the Ninja Arsenac!
Phelous' bootleg toy videos are some of my favorite. ❤️
Ah, another TMNT bootleg zone entry and its tied to a classic episode, nicely nostalgic.
Also love the Bathero & Steffy Love cameo in the skit at the end!
How Phelan manages to find all these bootlegs is beyond me. He must be part of some sort of secret cabal of a community.
I've actually wondered the same thing...it's either that or he's been very, very lucky finding them @ random ...
Amazon
Wish, Ali express.
@@Clay3613 ...no way, really? 🤔
@@PaulieAFantoneJays19 Yes, they sell bootlegs of anything you want.
I've been wondering. What if you tried to burn these figures? Would the flames turn purple? Would the toxic fumes stink up a room for 6 hours?
This still feels like a new show to me, ten years?
That's crazy!
Has it really been ten years? Thanks for an entertaining look at bad bootlegs while also reminding me of the continued shortening of my own mortality.
The only points yours deserves over the ones I got back in the day is that my Raph came with his left foot broken off, and of course him being my favorite turtle why WOULDN'T he be the one to come broken straight out of the mailer? :P
It's nice to see you swing around to these, Bootleg zones and all your toy videos have been a great joy over the years and have rekindled my love of hunting down bootlegs of my own (including an amazing Mexican April O'Neil that would look perfect with your Demon Turtles), so thank you for all the many, many great dives into these things, it's been well appreciated.
Congratulations on 10 years of bootleg zone phelan dude
The stands are pretty cool looking.
Wow, Bat Hero turned to crime, AND Steffi complimented him before striking him.... this is some serious character development.
I love Acclaimed Mutated Amphibious Budsters.
These bootlegs should be called "The Crooked Ninja Turtle Gang"! Get it...
They can't stand (up] straight!!! Lol
you gotta love bat hero's method here...he even cloned the weapons.....hence the droop
I actually picked up the Classic Turtles figures after watching your video!
I kinda had some bad luck with it. My Mikey came with a broken ankle and his chest plate fell off, so I can't pose him well. And Leo's eyes were pretty hilariously wall-eyed. But they're still good figures (The other two are great! And Leo's good minus the eyes, so I assume Mikey was the exception rather than the rule) and I'd definitely rather have even my figures with issues than deal with these bootlegs.
I wanna give them some props for even attempting such complicated figures...but seeing the results...naaaaaah. At least we get more Bootleg Zones out of it!
> Leonardo tried to do the meditation pose hut gave up
Ah, its actually the NEXT MUTATION LEONARDO with his NEW WAY!
Damn, Phelous, this video was friggin hilarious! Was laughing so hard at those last couple of minutes!
Back when Wabuu was just a twinkle in our eye.
Eh
We must pray that Donatello's sash never makes contact with the juice box, they may never come unstuck
These actually look pretty good for bootlegs. Well that is until you check the originals and realize how much function was skipped out of these like the fingers and toes. I assume they come in bags because well, most chinese sellers omit the package to save on space and packaging.
Btw, you should try and check out Space Morphers. An actual new transforming combining robot line with awesome unique alt modes and die cast, not copying anything. Really good quality too.
I actually really prefer the bootlegs that are crazy and over the top.
These ones are just ripping off the originals pure and simple and doing it poorly. What a pity.
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They're like the evil Bizarro Universe versions of the NECA Mirage Comics TMNT bootlegs (which I bought after watching your review since the officials are stupid expensive and are every bit as good as you said).
:)
I love how bootleg Raph had to bust a move in order to stay on his stand.
I had a hard time telling, but did you bruise your hands while handling these guys, or was that paint rubbing off from the figures? It looked like it hurt if it was the former!
My god I had just Finished high school and was in college when you started this show.
Wooo happy anniversary Bootleg zones!!!🤩 (and of course MMZ😎)
It’s crazy how I haven’t been watching you for 10 years but what a awesome milestone 😎👍
i have a bootleg of this turtles with the same articulation of the originals, the only diference from the originals are the paint on the base and the wraping on donnie´s bo
Looks like 1987 Baxter heard about Quease's work and tried to do his own turtles clones... except he somehow did an even worse job than him.
The Bootleg Turtles need to fight in the Wrestling Ring vs the Bootleg Wrestle Wrestlers
One of the few bootlegs, specifically Raphael, I own. I originally planned to buy the whole set, but when Raph arrived, I decided not to bother.
You know the figure you got is good when there's dirt embedded into the plastic!!
I actually got these a while back and I rather like them. Mine don't have loose joints or paint splotches and have limited shoulder joints. My Don's head also moves, as does my Raph. Of the weapons, only Don's was bent, though it took a lot to get Leo's swords in their sheaths. The paint on the weapons was pretty bad, but I can easily paint over that.
While it doesn't help that the Classics line molds suck ass, I overall am satisfied with my versions.
So, the Canadians get the Phelous. Australians get wade nixon, A.K.A, Dankpods. And the UK gets ashens. Where is the US on the "looking at shit in a funny way" and "classic background" game?
And to ten more years of bootlegs!
No matter the time that passes... Seeing Steffi and Bat Hero always brings joy to my life.
I think the best thing in the world would be a show with them as the main characters and narrated by Old Man. Just joking!.... or am I?
Must've gotten some different version of the bootleg back in 2014. Even with some detailes like Leo's shell kinda trying to fall off, they can both stand and hold their weapons just fine and only one of Leo's swords is lightly curved. The shades of the green on them also less vibratant and more in line with the 87 figures, I guess.
I got the same around then too. They were decent, but I gave them to my nephew some time ago.
At this point I'm just glad the paint isn't chipping off or they don't have pentagrams
Bootleg Leo stop doing your Hitler impression, it'll get you canceled
Those are actually great bootlegs. I can barely tell the difference outside the smudges.
This was legit the lowest score I've ever seen a bootleg get in the entire series.
Honestly these would make great fodder for kit bashing and customization.
Yeah, as long as you fixed the limbs a bit.
On Plus side you can use the weapons for any other turtle figures kind of like what did when I had those crap movie figures when I was a kid
Bent weapons can be fixed with hot water btw. Warm a mug of water in a microwave for about 3 minutes. dip the bent item into the water and while the plastic is loose straigbten it out. and bingo. Also works for loosening joints that don't wanna move.
Neat. Thanks for the tip :)
Leonardo has resin smudges from his fiending tendency to get higher
Damn, I have seen thin slices of pizza less limp than Bootleg Leonardo's blades. If he has to fight the foot clan with that, I doubt Raphael ever risk to piss him off with his rebellious recriminations!
Great skit at the end. XD
Happy bootleg zone anniversary!🎊🎉 the pentgram turtles faired better then these bootlegs did 🐢
It's the "Includes Ninja Arsenac" all over again
It's so weird to hear Steffi say anything even remotely positive about Bat Hero.
I think Drunkatello is my favorite thing I've heard today 😆
Bags inside bags! Dogs and cats living together! Mass Hysteria!
"I don't even like pizza dudes." LOL
Mikey wants to eat pizza people🤣
Leonardo's pitiful drooping swords say it all for me....
Now send one to a lab to test for how much lead or other toxic materials the bootleg is made of since there is no quality control.
I love when you play with the figures.
It's always nice to see Bootleg Zones
The black smudges are actually a sign this is the rare Coal Miner Leo alternate figure~
looks like Leo's been sniffing the paint, if you know what I mean. XD
Sweet Pete (Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers 2022) made a bootleg toy company.
Did Bootleg Mikey really say "I SHELL avenge you!" or did looking into Raphs penance stare simply melt my brain?
Why doesn't Donatello have purple wrap on his bo?
Turtles keep their head stiff with honor!
I just noticed that one of Raph's knot tails for his belt is missing on the bootleg lol.
This looks like someone brought their burger toys to value Village and it got repackaged as a bootleg
The bit at the end cracked me up.
Bags inside bags...
*BAGCEPTION!* **BONG!**
Donatello: "Help! I'm a bootleg and I can't get up!"
2 in 4 turtles suffer from flaccid weapons.
I may be alone on this one, but I always like seeing Bathero in these videos.
The last two minutes are the BEST two minutes.
They look like they're melting
No Raph doing a Seppuku.... FOR KUNG LAO...???!!! Damn it Phelan.... Subscribed.
Leo looks like he's doing yoga. 🤣
Oh, do you have psoriasis on your hands? Me too
New: Bizarro world TMNT Leonardo with real, Mall Sword action
The Turtle Hole just keeps getting cheaper!
Its funny Phelous you put out another TMNT vid just before Shredder's Revenge comes out heh.
Ah that’s a new game correct?
@@gracekim1998 yeah comes Thursday
even i am shocked on the low score
Thanks for making my childhood with this series ❤
Phelous has reviewed many Ninja Turtle bootleg figures.
Amazing man thought this TMNT series was over
It will never be over 😂
Will the bootleg turtles ever get up without help? What is Krang's next insidious plan? And Will Bathero ever file a domestic abuse lawsuit against Steffi Love? Find out in the next exciting episode of Bootleg Zones!