One of the most beautiful, incredibly detailed and painted figures ever released by McFarlane Toys is getting a new look. Mandarin Spawn, winner of ToyFare magazine's Best Paint Application award, is now available as a Toys R Us exclusive. The new figure, originally released in Spawn Series 14: The Dark Ages 2, is now 12 inches tall with a new teal blue and burnt orange paint scheme. It has eight articulation points and comes with an arm-mounted shield, a 19-inch two-piece sword and two other hip-mounted swords.
Pink Dot hears thee. She responds to questions and comments! Q: What is this Pink Dot?! A: Pink Dot is the name of the organizing group. It references the term, Red Dot, which is often used to describe Singapore. Pink, instead of red, because it is the colour often associated with LGBT (think: pink dollar and pink feather boas) but more importantly, it is the colour of our national identity cards and it is what you get when you mix the colours of our national flag. Yes, we are a patriotic bunch!
Q: Is this event legit or legal? A: Yes, of course! We have registered for the event and we shall strive to conduct ourselves appropriately, as set out in National Parks’ terms and conditions. Who says we can’t behave and have fun at the same time!
Q: Is this a gay event? A: As gay as any event can get at Hong Lim Park. The gathering is a show of support for those who believe in openness and love between people, regardless of their sexual orientation. Anyone can attend – straight and gay.
Q: What are the admissions charges like? A: Like love - the event is absolutely free-of-charge!
Q: Can I bring my parents, siblings, children and friends to the event? A: Yes! Like you had to ask…
Q: Is this event suitable for children? A: This event is open to all ages. Children understand love, don’t they?
Q: Are foreigners allowed to attend? A: Foreigners are welcome to watch. However, for legal reasons, we are told that only Singaporeans and PRs can participate at events held at Hong Lim Park.
Q: I want to attend the event, but I can’t! A: That’s a bummer. Encourage your family and friends to come though. By helping to make this event a success, you can be sure there will be more to come!
Q: Do I have to RSVP? A: That’s not necessary, but if you sign up for the event on Facebook, we will be able to keep you updated with the latest.
Q: Are you affiliated with other LGBT groups? A: We are a neutral group with no affiliations, supported by both LGBT and non-LGBT groups alike.
Q: What is expected of me at the event? A: Just show up, mingle, have fun and smile for our cameras - an aerial photograph has been planned to commemorate this symbolic event. Bring water, food, family and friends. No littering, please.
Q: Do I really have to come dressed in pink? A: You don’t have to, but if you’re going to come down to show your support, you might as well go all the way!
Q: Is this event a protest? A: It is NOT a protest – absolutely not. It is a congregation of people who believe that everyone deserves a right to love, regardless of their sexual orientation. Fear and bigotry can get in the way of love – between friends, family and other loved ones – so this is an event for everyone who believes that LGBT individuals are equally deserving of strong relationships with our family and friends.
Q: But I am straight. Why should I go? A: Many LGBT Singaporeans around you are not easy to identify. They may be amongst your sisters and brothers, sons and daughters, colleagues and bosses, teachers and schoolmates. Though more LGBT individuals are slowly emerging into the mainstream, prejudice and bigotry in present societal attitudes keep many LGBT individuals from coming out of the closet. Many of them fear that in coming out, they might lose their family, friends and even their jobs. Yet, by not coming out, their lives are shrouded in secrecy.
We believe that relationships should be built on love, not fear and secrecy. Unfortunately, most LGBT individuals in Singapore are denied this basic freedom to be who they are in front of their loved ones. Your presence at the PinkDot event can change that. The gathering at Hong Lim Park may be a small gesture, but it goes a long way.
Q: Is this event aimed at stoking the flames of the recent debates, stemming from the AWARE issue? A: It is not. This event was conceptualized back in October 2008, way before AWARE’s AGM.
Q: How do you think Singaporeans will take to such an event? A: We honestly don’t know, but we are confident that most Singaporeans will agree that without love and understanding, we wouldn’t be the harmonious multicultural society that we are today.
Q: Who are the people behind this event? A: Volunteers who believe that Singapore can be a better place if we all just exercise a bit more love and understanding.
Q: Singapore is a largely conservative country. How can you organize such an event? A: We love Singapore. This is our home and we believe that diversity is a cornerstone to our civil society. Like it or not, LGBT individuals exist. We are aware that many people harbour much hatred towards the LGBT community. That is why such events are important. It serves to foster understanding, and through that, there is hope for trust and social cohesion.
Q: Does this event go against my pro-family beliefs? A: This is a pro-family event. LGBT individuals have got families too! However, familial relationships often get compromised due to a lack of understanding. Through this event, we hope to get people thinking about the issues commonly faced by the LGBT community, both inside and outside of their families – issues that many Singaporeans take for granted. We believe that an event like this can play an important part in promoting understanding and unity amongst family and friends.
Q: What can I do to help? A: You can start by joining our Facebook group. Drop any of the admin users (including me) a message and we promise we will be in touch!
If you would like to volunteer at the event, drop us a note with your name and contact number!
Q: I want to be among the first to receive pictures and videos of the event! A: Sure! Simply sign up for the event on Facebook and join the Facebook group. We will send updates to everyone on the list.
12-INCH MANDARIN SPAWN 2
12-INCH MANDARIN SPAWN 
MANDARIN SPAWN THE SCARLET EDGE
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