DC Comics Poison Ivy TUBBZ (Collector's Edition) Review - The Queen of Green Gets a Premium Duck Throne
What's up, fellow collectors! 🦆 Tanner here, and today we're diving into the lush, leafy world of Gotham's most dangerous botanist -- the one and only Poison Ivy, now immortalized in the iconic Collector's Edition TUBBZ format from Numskull. If you're a DC Comics fan or just someone who appreciates a seriously well-crafted rubber duck (no judgment!), this one is absolutely worth your attention.
I have a soft spot for Poison Ivy that goes way back. Growing up, I watched Batman: The Animated Series religiously, and Ivy was always the villain who made me stop and actually think. She wasn't just causing chaos for chaos's sake -- she genuinely believed in what she was doing. "I am Nature's arm. Her spirit. Her will," she once declared, and even as a kid I remember thinking, okay, she's got a point (even if the methods were... questionable). That complexity has kept her one of my absolute favorites from the DC rogues' gallery ever since.
What Is This Tubbz, Exactly?
The NS5585 DC Comics Poison Ivy TUBBZ is part of Numskull's Collector's Edition lineup, which means this duck comes housed in their signature themed bathtub display -- the one with the gorgeous sticker print on the base that makes it feel like a proper collectible rather than just a novelty. And trust me, once you get it in hand, "collectible" is exactly the right word.
Poison Ivy -- real name Dr. Pamela Isley -- is one of DC's most recognizable anti-villains. A botanist-turned-eco-terrorist with the power to control plants and an immunity to all poisons, she's been a fixture in the Batman universe for decades, appearing in comics, animated series, video games, and live-action adaptations. This TUBBZ captures her classic, comic-inspired look in true duck form.
Sculpt and Character Details
The sculpt on this one is genuinely impressive. The duck has been styled to evoke Ivy's signature aesthetic: a flowing green costume that wraps the figure with vine-like organic detailing that gives the whole piece a lush, botanical feel. The signature vivid red hair is sculpted in flowing waves that fan out expressively -- it's immediately recognizable even in duck silhouette.
The expression is playful with just a hint of that classic Ivy confidence -- a slight smirk that says "I know something you don't." It's the kind of face that feels true to the character without being over-the-top sinister. The duck body itself maintains those classic TUBBZ proportions we love: chubby, rounded, with that adorable waddling stance that makes every figure so inherently charming no matter how dramatic the source material.
Paint and Finish
The color work here is excellent. Deep, saturated greens dominate the costume area, with subtle gradient work that gives the vine details real visual depth. The contrast between the forest-green costume elements and Ivy's pale skin tone is crisp and clean, and the fiery auburn of her hair pops beautifully against both. There's no slop or bleed on the copy I received, and the finish has a nice semi-gloss sheen that photographs really well under shelf lighting. ✨
Size, Feel, and Display Presence
Standard TUBBZ sizing means this duck sits at roughly 3.5 inches and feels solid and weighty in hand -- not hollow or toy-like. The balance is excellent; it sits flat and stable without any wobbling. As a display piece, it has real shelf presence. The vivid color palette means it stands out in a lineup, which is exactly what you want from a character as visually distinctive as Poison Ivy.
Collector's Edition Packaging
Let's talk about that bathtub packaging, because it genuinely elevates the experience. The themed bathtub display is unique to the Collector's Edition tier, and it features a printed base that ties into the DC Comics branding. It's sturdy enough to display the duck inside it or remove the figure and use the bathtub as part a diorama-style shelf setup. If you've also got the Boxed Edition variants of other DC TUBBZ, the two packaging styles actually complement each other nicely displayed side-by-side.
Where It Fits in the DC TUBBZ Line
Numskull has been building out a solid DC Comics TUBBZ roster, and Poison Ivy fits right in with the likes of Supergirl, The Flash, The Penguin, and Batman TUBBZ that have come before. If you're building a complete DC villains shelf, pairing Ivy with The Penguin and The Joker TUBBZ makes for a seriously impressive rogues' gallery display. She'd also look fantastic next to a Harley Quinn if Numskull ever drops that one (fingers crossed 🦆).
As for exclusivity: this is the Collector's Edition variant (the bathtub packaging), as distinct from the Boxed Edition of the same character. Collectors who want the full set of Ivy's TUBBZ appearances will want both -- they're different products with different presentation, and the bathtub version is specifically the one to grab if you want that display-tier unboxing experience.
Have It or Need It?
For me? I need it. Poison Ivy's been on my want list ever since Numskull announced the DC line, and the Collector's Edition packaging seals the deal. She goes straight onto my DC villains shelf, no question.
- Character accuracy: High -- immediately recognizable sculpt and color palette
- Paint quality: Clean, vivid, well-executed contrasts
- Display presence: Excellent -- stands out in any lineup
- Packaging: Premium bathtub Collector's Edition with printed base
- Pairing suggestions: The Penguin, The Joker, Batman TUBBZ for a DC rogues' corner
As Ivy herself once said: "They can bury me in the ground, as deep as they like. But I'll grow back." And honestly? This duck is just as hard to resist. If you're a DC fan or a TUBBZ collector building out your roster, the Poison Ivy Collector's Edition is a certified shelf standout and a quack-tastic addition to any display. Don't sleep on this one.
