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Doctor Who 5.5″ 13th Doctor Regeneration Set
Stocks are now being sent out in batches over several days. Some people have already received their orders but pick up and postal delays may mean a further wait for some.
Despatch emails are now being sent and order status updated although many have already had the set prior to this.
Available to order while stocks last from www.character-online.com
Character Options reveals its next Online Exclusive, The Doctor Who Thirteenth Doctor Regeneration set
This fabulous collector’s set, Doctor Who Day, for delivery in January 2023
Character Options has revealed details of its latest exclusive Doctor Who collectors set titled ‘The Regeneration Set.’ The set takes its inspiration from the fantastic finale of ‘The Power of the Doctor’ featuring the Thirteenth Doctor’s final story. The episode debuted on Sunday 23rd October 2022 and stunned fans and news wires alike as the face of the Fourteenth Doctor was revealed after the Thirteenth Doctor’s epic, and final battle.
This new set is a fabulous and hugely distinctive set unlike anything produced previously and will hopefully firstly surprise fans and collectors alike and then delight them with its details and uniqueness.
The figures represent a one of a kind treat for collectors, as the set contains not one but two brand new Doctor Who action figures in the 5.5 inch scale available exclusively in this set and nowhere else.
First up is the Thirteenth Doctor in the ‘taunting’ multi-Doctor outfit, inspired by her past incarnations after a forced regeneration into the Master. This figure of the Thirteenth Doctor has been modified to be correct to the detailed look of the Doctor’s outfit in this story with details from the Second, Fourth, Fifth, Seventh and Tenth Doctors’ iconic outfits replicated in detail.
The second figure in the set introduces a brand new figure of the Fourteenth Doctor which features his brand new look including the head sculpt with unique hair style, as well as his outfit which features, the textured dark blue calf length coat, rumpled plaid waistcoat and trousers, heavy weave silver tie, and warm grey plimsoles. This figure also includes ball jointed shoulders for added articulation.
The packaging alone is exceptional featuring a brand new ‘Fifth panel window box’ format with a unique graphic look, which feels very unlike any collector pack to date, and has a physical format which would not look out of place on shelf or in a display cabinet. The pack graphics have been designed to look bold and fresh and feature a bright white matt card finish with a high gloss UV overprint that picks out key details including the new Doctor Who logo. The flip open front panel has a cut-out lozenge shape which reveals the set name and then leads us into the pack proper. Opening the front panel we find on the reverse side, a brief bio of the characters, and a short story synopsis, and on the right is a window displaying both figures against a swirling Vortex themed background.
Al Dewar Creative Director for Character Options commented: “We all felt it was a genuine delight to see the Thirteenth Doctor’s era end on such a powerful note and as hard as it must have been to follow that, the genuine surprise reveal of her next incarnation in the form of the Fourteenth Doctor was mind blowing!
“Obviously we had a huge help from BBC Studios and Bad Wolf Studios in creating this new item and everyone has been massively invested in bringing a set to fans that really stands out as a celebration of this iconic part of Doctor Who history. We therefore cannot thank Russell T Davies, the brand team and BBC Studios enough for their huge help. It’s a real testament to everyone involved that this particular set has turned out to be such an amazing item and presented in this frankly shockingly fabulous packaging. The results speak for themselves and this is a real unique opportunity to add something truly special to your Doctor Who Collection.”
Set contents are as follows:
- Thirteenth Doctor Action Figure with Sonic Screwdriver accessory
- Fourteenth Doctor Action Figure
The Regeneration Set is a true one off and limited in supply, making it yet again a true exclusive and demand for this two pack is likely to be high. The set will be available to pre-order today at a retail cost of £29.99 which includes post and packing. The sets are due to be in stock to our warehouse in very late December and will be dispatched shortly after Christmas to avoid any delays in the mail system which might affect our customers. Updates will be issued if anything happens that affects these dates.
Anonymous
November 27th, 2022 - 4:31pmI wonder if Character has ever considered making regeneration energy to attach to the figures. It would make for an amazing display piece.
TheLostDalek
November 28th, 2022 - 2:03amI mean they could they did electric effects for season 7 cyberman figurs and the silence, so could make a slight remould of those but in an yellow gold ish color
TheOncomingStorm
November 28th, 2022 - 10:32amYeah, a regeneration energy accessory that fits any Doctor.
booboo
November 27th, 2022 - 1:07pmI would sincerely hope not
Philip shaw
November 26th, 2022 - 9:17pmWe definitely need a classic series Master 3 pack. Delgado, Ainley, and Pratt reissues…
TheOncomingStorm
November 26th, 2022 - 9:28pmThat would be great. Ainley in his ‘main’ outfit though, with the gold collar. Delgado in his Terror of the Autons outfit and Pratt, obviously, in his only attire he wore.
Philip Shaw
November 27th, 2022 - 1:13pmI’d settle for a planet of five suited Ainley Master as I don’t have it.
Rex Farrel
November 27th, 2022 - 3:33pmAn Ainley master in his regular outfit was a notable omission when the range was doing well. I wonder what the story there is…
MARK BELSOM
November 27th, 2022 - 7:18pmCopyright issues stopped more Ainley Master figures I believe.
Bundy
November 28th, 2022 - 8:40amMy understanding is that it is the cost to do the outfit justice that is the stumbling block rather than any rights issues. Hopefully the higher price of on-line packs will allow this to happen. An adversary of 4, 5, 6 and 7 (plus you can add in more from the 5 Doctors), to not have this figure is such an omission.
TheOncomingStorm
November 28th, 2022 - 9:20amYeah, a 3 pack for each Doctor could allow that. Enemies of the 3rd Doctor set with Omega, Delgado Master and an Axon, 4th Doctor set with Sutekh, a Zygon and The Decayed Master, 5th Doctor set with Ainley Master, Black Guardian and The Reaper (from Visitation), a 6th Doctor set with a Cyberman, a Sontaran and one of those Timewarp monsters, a 7th Doctor set with pretty much any villains from his era and an 8th Doctor set with Roberts’ Master, Grace and Lee.
Wishful thinking but who knows?
The Fishmonger
November 26th, 2022 - 11:41amWithout Al Dewer, this inevitable would have been dead years ago. These are brilliant.
John kelly
November 26th, 2022 - 9:11pmThey are shame the master wasn’t in with this set can’t wait to receive mine
TheOncomingStorm
November 26th, 2022 - 8:04amOrdered! It’s Royal Mail who deliver (as previously confirmed by booboo) and I assume they’ll send me an email when it’s dispatched.
You’re connected to the PayPal page but you DO NOT need a PayPal account, there’s an option at the bottom to select Card.
Put your details in and select no to creating a PayPal account, if you don’t want one.
Hope this helps anyone who, like me, is a newbie and has never used them before. I’d also like to thank this whole forum/community for the support and info over the past few days.
Anon
November 26th, 2022 - 6:36pm‘Managed to order a copy as well! ‘Can’t wait to receive this set through the post!
TheOncomingStorm
November 26th, 2022 - 9:26pmThat’s great Anon and likewise.
davidhhh
November 26th, 2022 - 6:13amI just wish that Character didn’t charge 20 pounds for shipping overseas! At least the subtract the VAT, so that the item cost is 25 pounds. Still 45 pounds, or $55 US is a lot for two figures. That said, I’ll sure I’ll cave and buy it for the latest Doctor, and a pretty nostalgic 13 Doctor outfit.
AxC
November 27th, 2022 - 6:28amIf I was posting one tracked to the US, I’d expect to pay about that much. And I’d certainly expect to pay more than that vice versa.
Anonymous 1
November 28th, 2022 - 9:05amThat’s cheap! Its eye wateringly expensive to send abroad now. At least you can order these sets and people are still moaning!
Nath
November 25th, 2022 - 2:10pmThere’s over 3900 sets left
Anonymous
November 25th, 2022 - 3:03pmYes, it seems 8,000 produced with over half the stock already sold out – Top notch!
TheOncomingStorm
November 25th, 2022 - 3:28pmIts been quite the success then. Although I’m not surprised. 50% of stock gone in just under 48 hours is crazy!
booboo
November 25th, 2022 - 3:34pmThat happens with these sets (and the Blu-ray collectors sets), a huge initial surge in orders within the first 24 hours.
TheOncomingStorm
November 25th, 2022 - 5:07pmShows the fandom is as strong as ever.
WhoBags
November 25th, 2022 - 12:06amThe likeness of DT is a bit off. The previous sculpt was much closer. Okay so he’s changed over the years but not into another person. Unless you count MS of course.
Nicholas
November 26th, 2022 - 9:47amThe sculpt is spot on but the paint apps spoil it
Neil
November 28th, 2022 - 12:04pmI believe the paint apps have been revised, I’ve seen some pictures in various Facebook groups and the likeness is so much better.
booboo
November 28th, 2022 - 1:06pmreview samples or have they updated the official images or something?
Doctor Mysterio
November 24th, 2022 - 2:52pmOrdered mind today… This is turning into an expensive week.
Loobop
November 24th, 2022 - 3:23pmdoctor who wise it is for me too i imported two thirteenth doctor xmas decorations from amazon.com last week,then i bought this regeneration set yesterday then today i saw the newer b and m sets online for purchase so bought thirteenth and ninth too.spending over £100 on myself this time of year seems wrong but so right lol.
the ergon
November 24th, 2022 - 3:34pmIt is with The Robot Cleaner as well. Hope thats it for a few weeks now or nobody will be getting Presents except me. LOL.
Doctor Mysterio
November 24th, 2022 - 5:54pmDon’t worry you deserve it ergon 🙂
Cardinal Hordriss
November 24th, 2022 - 2:44pmI know Baker’s scarf didn’t have blue on it but did the one in Power of the Doctor?
TimelordTim
November 24th, 2022 - 2:16pmA fantastic set, and unexpected so soon. Immediately ordered two (one for me, one for mum). Really glad to keep the Doctors going and hoping for a good 15th down the line!
Anonymous
November 24th, 2022 - 2:00pmOf course I had to preorder this, my wallet is not best pleased.
Judooning
November 24th, 2022 - 1:07pmBeen reported that almost 50% of stock has sold!
Sounding like a success.
John kelly
November 24th, 2022 - 1:45pmOrderd mine can’t wait looks awesome this will go with the 13th doctor tardis
John kelly
November 24th, 2022 - 1:48pmLove the box with the 70s logo in blue beautiful set
TheOncomingStorm
November 24th, 2022 - 2:48pmI really hope they still have stock availability on Saturday! That’s the earliest time I can order.
Anon
November 24th, 2022 - 9:42pmSame here @TheOncomingStorm, I’m gonna hopefully try to order one on saturday too…
Anthony Fagn
November 25th, 2022 - 9:03amI’m getting two conflicting reports. Some say 10K sets have been made. Others say 8K. Not that it matters really but it would be cool if these were numbered.
TheOncomingStorm
November 25th, 2022 - 9:54amYes @Anon. Fingers crossed. Its looking promising… for now. Hopefully we’ll both get a set.
TheOncomingStorm
November 25th, 2022 - 1:37pm@Judooning What’s stock looking like now?
Judooning
November 25th, 2022 - 1:48pmWell going by the website we’re down to approx 3900 sets left. That’s not a given incase there’s more to add or whatever. But it’s still dwindling down gradually
TheOncomingStorm
November 25th, 2022 - 2:04pmI see. Thank you. I’m gonna try and order one set tomorrow as that’s the soonest I’ll have funds in the account. Fingers crossed they’ll still be available
Is there a website we can check to keep an eye on stock in the future too?
booboo
November 25th, 2022 - 2:06pmwe can only guess if that inventory is correct, if it is this set will around for a while yet.
Judooning
November 25th, 2022 - 2:16pmThere’s definitely gonna be stock left by Saturday. I imagine the next big spurge in sales will be when it’s released and people start posting images and reviews. People who might have missed the memo or just forgotten to order will place their orders.
TheOncomingStorm
November 25th, 2022 - 3:08pmThat makes sense yeah. I do wonder what this means for future releases of the 14th Doctor. It feels as though this will be a one off exclusive so maybe there won’t be another 14th in this format for some time, if at all.
Hopefully the next new release is a 60th Donna.
Arthurian3
November 24th, 2022 - 11:43amThis is really promising. Old Rusty has obviously had this in the pipeline for a while and we haven’t even had the specials on TV yet. This looks like we might get a decent 15 sculpt too and maybe companion. Also with talk of new Daleks although I can’t see bargain B&M getting the deal so maybe new stuff could be limited to CO or another distributor. Yes they will be more expensive but hopefully they will be easier to get hold of.
John kelly
November 24th, 2022 - 12:53pmThe beauty of this is I already have the tardis to go with this set pre order already
Rex Farrel
November 24th, 2022 - 2:48pmJohn Kelly: You mean the 13th Tardis? I would hope they might be able to release a more accurate version if they stick with that design (although I personally hope they have something more like an actual police box).
TheOncomingStorm
November 24th, 2022 - 9:55amDumb question alert! Does anyone know which courier Character use in the UK? I’ve never used them before and have issues with some couriers. Any information would be appreciated.
booboo
November 24th, 2022 - 9:59amin the past always Royal mail 48 for me, it does say they use royal mail in the Q&A’s but so do others and they still use a courier sometimes
Ken
November 24th, 2022 - 10:11amThey’re using Evri for my latest order
booboo
November 24th, 2022 - 10:17amwhere does it say that? i cant see it on my order
TheOncomingStorm
November 24th, 2022 - 11:28amOkay guys, thanks. Hoping to order this on Saturday IF it’s still available by then.
It’s a stunning set for sure, I’m surprised we got a 14th Doctor figure so quickly. The release is slated for early January. I’m thinking they’re gonna surprise us with a late December delivery honestly. To capitalise on that Christmas market.
Quick side note aswell, I heard from a friend who’s on Facebook (I’m not so can’t confirm) that they’re doing a War Doctor and TARDIS as the next set for B&M. Has anyone heard anything or not?
booboo
November 24th, 2022 - 11:33ami haven’t, we have no direct contact with CO or B&M but some people do so i could be true.
TheOncomingStorm
November 24th, 2022 - 11:50amI see. Thanks Boo Boo. I guess only time will tell.
TheOncomingStorm
November 24th, 2022 - 11:51amI just realised there’s no space between booboo
Ken
November 24th, 2022 - 1:59pmI had an email from Evri saying they have my B@M parcel
Coleman
November 24th, 2022 - 3:24pmI’m getting confused, some people are mentioning the Two pack Delivery from Character while others are mentioning delivery from the B&M Sets on the same thread.
Coleman
November 24th, 2022 - 3:46pmI know it’s a long time off yet but I hope delivery is Royal Mail. If I miss the post, (which I do alot) it isn too far at all to pick up from my local Depot.
TheOncomingStorm
November 24th, 2022 - 7:32pmYes, me too
Slitheen92
November 24th, 2022 - 8:26amAbsolutely love this set! The figures a stunning.
Michael
November 24th, 2022 - 4:22amhttps://www.ebay.co.uk/
This is a link to the set on eBay at a cheaper price to me it looks like a scam
Anonymous
November 24th, 2022 - 4:22amAny help
Anonymous
November 24th, 2022 - 8:33amSCAM
booboo
November 24th, 2022 - 9:06amprobably hacked account
John
November 24th, 2022 - 9:32amAs they arten’t available yet, its either stolen merch or a scam.
John kelly
November 24th, 2022 - 9:27pmYes I seen the ebay sale £14.99 sold already but how has he managed it and why that price
Robert Parker
November 24th, 2022 - 12:41amStill no 12-13 regeneration set only ones missing
Professor Litefoot
November 24th, 2022 - 12:33amWithout doubt the worst David Tennant likeness they’ve done yet, and that’s counting the 10 Doctors set mould. 2006 mould might as well be perfect compared to this.
TheOncomingStorm
November 24th, 2022 - 12:13pmI disagree. I think the likeness is there and, as with other recent releases, they likely look much better in person when compared to the promotional images.
Anonymous
November 23rd, 2022 - 11:49pmIs PayPal the only checkout option for everyone else or is it not working correctly for me? As I could do without having to pay today but don’t want to miss out.
David Havers
November 24th, 2022 - 8:07amNo I managed to use my card, keep trying like I did.
Darren
November 24th, 2022 - 9:46amI THINK payment is taken immediately whether you pay by card directly or via PayPal.
Booboo, can you confirm?
booboo
November 24th, 2022 - 9:50amyes it is
Andy
November 23rd, 2022 - 11:33pmEek, not sure about that Tennant sculpt. Looks more like Matt from muse
Fin
November 24th, 2022 - 9:57amLOL. A pwoper Matt Bellamy figure.
Judooning
November 23rd, 2022 - 10:35pmDo we know how many of these sets were made?
Lewis Frisby
November 23rd, 2022 - 9:37pmFor the orange in the back ground what exactly is the image
TheOncomingStorm
November 25th, 2022 - 3:29pmWill you be reviewing this set on your YouTube channel when it’s released?
Jackson Lake
November 23rd, 2022 - 9:26pmSoooo…when are we getting a 16-Doctor collection? Still need a Fugitive one!
Doctorbendisco
November 23rd, 2022 - 9:05pmOrdered cant wait to add the 14th doctor to the rest of my collection of doctors.
Also i like the new 13th doctor figure as well with refences to other doctors as well.
Anonymous
November 23rd, 2022 - 8:51pmLove this! What a lovely surprise for Doctor Who Day! I was just considering making a custom 14 but no need anymore. I’ve ordered a couple. One to keep sealed for my 60th anniversary merch collection and one to open for my figures. Can’t wait for it to arrive
Rick
November 23rd, 2022 - 8:31pmHello! Does anyone know if CO ships to Australia? I did try to find out on my phone browser but the site wouldn’t open the links. I’ll try it on the computer when I get home just incase it’s a mobile site issue, but if anyone could either give me hope or save me the heartache of finding out for myself that would be fantastic. Thanks!!
booboo
November 23rd, 2022 - 8:40pmyes they ship worldwide, postage is calculated at checkout
The Zoo Boy
November 24th, 2022 - 7:20amLove it! Already pre-ordered. Hope this means we will be getting the Fifteenth Doctor as well!
GrantP
November 23rd, 2022 - 8:25pmOrdered! What a surprise! What a lovely set! Packaging is gorgeous!
Anonymouse
November 23rd, 2022 - 8:12pmThe Power of the Davies. I bet Russell pushed HARD to get this set released this quick and keep the forward momentum going, particularly as Fourteen is literally up and running in other media.
I wonder HOW early “early January” is? As in “possibly late December but we’re hedging our bets in case of unforeseen delays”? I imagine RTD being quite keen to see this hit the Christmas market.
If not, hopefully early enough in January that it gets here for my birthday. Might help to alleviate the frustration resulting from my attempts to get hold of the Bradley TARDIS set for Christmas.
TheOncomingStorm
November 25th, 2022 - 3:30pmHopefully they surprised us with a late December delivery. That would be nice.
Anon
November 23rd, 2022 - 7:40pmThis is a lovely set and I really want to get it but, I’ve spent the money on the Davros set today and I’ve not got enough to buy this set. I’m worried about missing out but since this is on pre-order could it be possible that I could order it four weeks from now? (my payday is four weeks from now)