Sideshow Featured Collector: Fernando Yap

Collector: Fernando Yap

Location:Philippines

How and when did you start collecting?

I first started collecting Lego Star Wars in 2007. Then 2  years ago when I was at a mall, I saw these cool statues and figures made by Sideshow and Hot Toys. I have never heard of them so I researched them online and I was so impressed with the details on their figures. From then on, I started collecting Sideshow and Hot Toys Star Wars and Marvel super heroes.

What do you collect? Does your collection have a theme, such as Star Wars collectibles, Batman, etc.?

I collect mostly Star Wars and Marvel, but if I see something really cool, I would also buy it, like DC, Transformers and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

What makes your collection unique?

Whenever I show my collections to my new or old friends, and see the look at  their faces in awe, I think that says that my collection is unique.

What are your favorite or the most prized pieces in your collection?

My favorites would have to be the Iron Man Mark VII Legendary Scale and Prime 1 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The size and details on them are just incredible.

What items are on your wish-list?

Iron Man Mark III Maquette, Wolverine Premium Format, Magneto Premium Format and Captain Phasma Premium Format.