Opinion: I Wanna Be A Toys-R-Us Adult
“I don’t wanna grow up, I’m a Toys ‘R’ Us kid!” Those words sang out to me from the television so often in the 1980s. As a child watching cartoons like Transformers, G.I. Joe, He-Man, Droids, Ewoks, and Smurfs this commercial told me definitively where I could go to buy the toys based on the shows.
“I don’t wanna grow up, cuz if I did…I couldn’t be a Toys ‘R’ Us kid!” These lines helped define my generation. Despite eschewing the nostalgia of our elders, Generation X has become a generation defined by its childhood. As I travel to toy shows across the country it’s not children buying toys, it’s adults my age and older who covet the latest toys and figures. In our youth we bought toys to recreate scenes from TV shows and movies, and as adults we still buy them to show our fandom and relive our childhoods.
But per a report this morning Toys “R” Us may be in trouble. Judging by the company’s bond ratings, if Toys “R” Us doesn’t have an impressive holiday season there may be no future generations of Toys “R” Us kids. Competition from online stores plus bottom-dollar brick-and-mortars like Wal-Mart have eaten into Toys “R” Us’ business. That, plus a declining action figure market have put the company in jeopardy.
My first reaction to this news was “good riddance.” As an adult toy collector, collecting Star Wars and Marvel toys, I have frequented Toys “R” Us for the past 18 years. In that time I’ve seen Toys “R” Us go into decline. In an effort to stay profitable the toy section of the store shrank while the video games section grew. More, they relied more on high profit diaper sales and baby formula to bolster their bottom line, making the differences between Toys “R” Us and their sister chain Babies “R” Us negligible.
Worse, Toys “R” Us prices have risen. While toy prices have increased almost 100% between 2005 and 2013, Toys “R” Us has taken them even higher. For the past 2 years action figures cost $1 to $2 more at Toys “R” Us than at retailers Target or Wal-Mart.
Toys “R” Us does provide an outlet for toy manufacturers to make and release toys that collectors and kids wouldn’t get otherwise. In the past few years they have had exclusive Star Wars vehicles like Jango Fett’s Slave I, an AT-AT from Return of the Jedi, and the Star Wars Millennium Falcon starship in exclusive, retro packaging. But exclusives at Toys “R” Us have come with a hefty price tag. The Millennium Falcon was originally released in 2008 for a MSRP of $159.99; the Toys “R” Us exclusive version, the same in every way save the box, was $249.99 in 2012. The Star Wars AT-AT was $99.99 at general retail in 2010, in 2013 the Toys “R” Us exclusive was $149.99. These top-dollar prices have turned off many collectors, leaving these items to languish on store shelves. Last week the Toys “R” Us exclusive Falcon was clearanced out for $99, 40% of the original price.
But as I reflected further on the loss of Toys “R” Us I realized that despite their high prices, poor store layout, and shrinking toy area, the loss of this store would be horrible for toy collectors, and the toy industry as a whole.
While Toys “R” Us has been overpriced in their exclusives, if the store were to close Star Wars fans would never have had the option to own the vehicles listed above. From action figures to high-end vehicles, Toys “R” Us offered the exclusives giving fans the choice to buy or not buy. If Toys “R” Us closes, that is an avenue for exclusives that is forever cut off and many niche toys targeted to the collector market will never even be offered.
More, Toys “R” Us carries toy lines not found at the big box retailers. Manufacturers like Diamond Select Toys and NECA manufacture more collector-oriented action figures. From Diamond’s Walking Dead Minimates to NECA’s video game based figures, these are toys you won’t find at major department stores. Yes, these are also sold online, but I have no doubt these smaller toy companies will suffer from the loss of visibility garnered from the Toys “R” Us shelves. There are many toys I would not have bought had I not seen them in person at Toys “R” Us, including many, many packages of Diamond Select Marvel Minimates. More, Diamond has even had 17 waves of Toys “R” Us exclusive Minimates, more figures and toys that simply will not be made. This retail avenue for smaller toy companies is vital to maintain competition in the toy industry and keep niche toys, such as NECA’s Nightmare on Elm Street figure line, viable.
Further, even big toy lines have had trouble getting shelf space anywhere but Toys “R” Us. As reported in Marvelicious Toys Podcast 102 Hasbro’s Thor: The Dark World toy line has only been available online, or at Toys “R” Us. The line is not a Toys “R” Us exclusive, but the dedicated toy store is the only retail outlet that has made room for the action figures tying into the blockbuster film.
Finally, Toys “R” Us is the last of the national toy stores. I remembered when Toys “R” Us opened in my hometown of Springfield, Illinois in the mid 1980s. It was at that time yet another toy store where I could shop, adding it to my rotation along with other national toy chains KB Toys and Circus World, not to mention local stores like Toys Plus, and national department stores Montgomery Wards, Sears, J.C. Penny, K-Mart, and Venture, all of whom carried large selections of toys. But now many department stores have eliminated their toy sections, unable to compete with Wal-Mart in price. And all of the national toy stores have, one by one, closed their doors.
If Toys “R” Us also closes, there is no place left for children to go and find an entire store aimed at their interests. Further, adult collectors will have no local presence devoted to their hobbies; they will be forced to go to regional toy shows and comic cons for dedicated shopping.
And without the competition Toys “R” Us provides, big box retailers Target and Wal-Mart will simply have less motivation to keep prices low and their store stock varied. More toy lines like the Thor: The Dark World line will be available only online, if toy manufacturers even consider them viable to make at all.
While Toys “R” Us prices have not been competitive, their costs are still lower than having to pay shipping from online retailers, and they have provided collectors and kids a way to get toys they would otherwise never have. So when shopping this holiday season consider supporting your Toys “R” Us so that you and your children have a chance to continue being Toys “R” Us kids.
New Podcast: Issue 102: The Puck Stops Here!
Rocket Raccoon, Scarlet Spider, The Wrecker, Black Panther, Hawkeye, Jean Grey, Emma Frost, Wolverine, Sabretooth, Cyclops, and Puck–no, it’s not a new Marvel Event team-up but the last two waves of Hasbro’s Marvel Legends figures! On the latest issue of Marvelicious Toys Justin, Arnie, and Marjorie review these 11 new releases. Some of them are very hard to find, listen to find out if they’re worth the hunt!
Also in this week’s show, listen to be enLIGHTened about three new Iron Man 3 Assemblers, the final wave of Marvel Universe, including Black Knight, showing up in stores, and how to get a Quinjet and Helicarrier for half off!
With new Disney Store exclusive Diamond Select figures and a brief review of Thor: The Dark World it’s all in the 102nd issue of the Marvelicious Toys podcast!
And join us next week on Thanksgiving for our annual Black Friday sale guide and Sweet Christmas shopping list!
Dont’ forget to sign up for the 2013 X-MAS Gift Exchange! Get and give a Marvel themed gift this holiday season! Find out all the details.
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT102.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: ‘Salem’s Lot by Stephen King
“What would happen if Dracula came to America today?” With that conversational inquiry Stephen King was inspired to write the novel ‘Salem’s Lot. King’s second published book, ‘Salem’s Lot was a bestseller, cementing King’s reputation among horror fans. The books’ success then translated to a television mini-series directed by Tobe Hooper.
‘Salem’s Lot is almost 40 years old but thanks to Twilight vampire fiction is more popular than ever. With all that has come in between, does King’s vampire story still have bite or does it just suck? Listen to Arnie’s review to find out as he analyzes the themes of King’s book and investigates how this plot resembles some of King’s other fiction. Even included in this show is analysis of the cut passages from ‘Salem’s Lot, published in the book’s 30th Anniversary Edition, as well as the 1995 BBC Radio Drama adaptation. All in this podcast continuing our Stephen King series!
And join Arnie, Stuart, and Jakob at nowplayingpodcast.com to hear their reviews of the three ‘Salem’s Lot TV and movie adaptations!
Download the ‘Salem’s Lot BBC Radio Drama from Tales of Horror Podcast
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Category: Arts & Literature
'Salem's Lot by Stephen King
“What would happen if Dracula came to America today?” With that conversational inquiry Stephen King was inspired to write the novel ‘Salem’s Lot. King’s second published book, ‘Salem’s Lot was a bestseller, cementing King’s reputation among horror fans. The books’ success then translated to a television mini-series directed by Tobe Hooper.
‘Salem’s Lot is almost 40 years old but thanks to Twilight vampire fiction is more popular than ever. With all that has come in between, does King’s vampire story still have bite or does it just suck? Listen to Arnie’s review to find out as he analyzes the themes of King’s book and investigates how this plot resembles some of King’s other fiction. Even included in this show is analysis of the cut passages from ‘Salem’s Lot, published in the book’s 30th Anniversary Edition, as well as the 1995 BBC Radio Drama adaptation. All in this podcast continuing our Stephen King series!
And join Arnie, Stuart, and Jakob at nowplayingpodcast.com to hear their reviews of the three ‘Salem’s Lot TV and movie adaptations!
Download the ‘Salem’s Lot BBC Radio Drama from Tales of Horror Podcast
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New Podcast: Murder and Other Distractions by Michael Estrin
Ethan’s life is a bit of a mess. He spends his time in a toxic, casual relationship, smoking weed and coasting through his job, all the while pining for The Girl Who Got Away. But when that girl is murdered, Ethan is the top suspect. Part murder mystery, part comedy, Murder and Other Distractions is a short novel by Michael Estrin. Listen to Steve’s review to find out if this is a Distraction worth your time!
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN073-MurderandDistractions.MP3
Category: Arts & Literature
Murder and Other Distractions by Michael Estrin
Ethan’s life is a bit of a mess. He spends his time in a toxic, casual relationship, smoking weed and coasting through his job, all the while pining for The Girl Who Got Away. But when that girl is murdered, Ethan is the top suspect. Part murder mystery, part comedy, Murder and Other Distractions is a short novel by Michael Estrin. Listen to Steve’s review to find out if this is a Distraction worth your time!
Source: Books and Nachos
New Podcast: Episode 409: The Death Star Plans are NOT in the main computer–they’re in this book!
Star Wars Episode VII draws nearer! We now have a firm release date. On December 18, 2015 fans will finally see a cinematic vision of Star Wars post-Return of the Jedi, 32 years after Episode VI’s release. On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast your hosts Marjorie and Arnie discuss this news and anticipate a holiday season full of Star Wars goodness!
And the 2013 holiday season is upon us! From new Christmas ornaments in stores to gift sets, decorations, and more, the hosts run down all the new Star Wars holiday items and where you can get them cheapest!
Also this week, Arnie talks with prolific Star Wars Author Ryder Windham about his newest book, the Death Star Owner’s Tehnical Manual. Ryder discusses his first Star Wars projects with Dark Horse and how he has come to write so many Star Wars junior novels and reference books.
With Steve providing a new UK report, Johnathan reviewing the K-Mart Exclusive Endor packs and Scanning Crew sets, a review of the new, more affordable, Star Wars Frames books, and so much more, it’s all in this week’s super-sized edition of the Star Wars Action News podcast!
And don’t forget to join in the Star Wars Action News holiday Sithmas exchange! Give and get an extra Star Wars gift this season by joining in this “Secret Santa” exchange with another Star Wars Action News listener. Head to swactionnews.com to see all the details and the sign-up form.
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN409.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 101: Super Thor Bros!
Tomorrow the Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to grow with Thor: The Dark World. With the mighty Avenger back on screen he is also back in toy stores with Hasbro’s new line of 3.75-inch Thor figures. This line features two versions of Thor, plus Loki, Kurse, and a Dark Elf. On this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast hosts Marjorie, Justin, and Arnie provide hands-on reviews of these figures. Is this a figure line collectors should pay attention to? Listen to find out!
Also on this week’s show the hosts discuss the two newest Marvel movie trailers – Captain America: The Winter Soldier and X-Men: Days of Future Past.
With a review of the new LEGO Marvel video game, an update on some Uncanny Marvel Universe figures, a run-down of new figures in the latest two waves of Marvel Universe figures, and more, it’s all in this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT101.MP3
Category: Arts
Sideshow Collectibles brings the Apocalypse (Premium Format Statue)
We saw it at San Diego Comic-Con–the giant visage of Apocalypse, staring at us from the glass case in Sideshow Collectibles’ booth. Among all the new statues and figures, this one stood over them all. His steel blue armor, his pale face, and his heft, this was truly a villain, and a statue, that would require reckoning.
Now Sideshow has made this available for pre-order. He stands over two feet tall on a metallic-looking base.
More, there is an EXCLUSIVE EDITION with a switch-out hand allowing you to have the chainsaw arm.
In your collection this baddie will certainly be something guests look upon and tremble, so don’t miss out–get your pre-order into Sideshow today!
Arnie is co-host of the Marvel toy & statue collecting podcast Marvelicious Toys which can be heard at marvelicioustoys.com
Scary Savings on Marvel Mini-Busts at Gentle Giant through Nov 4
Gentle Giant just posted a new sale on Marvel mini-busts, and they have some deals so good they’re scary!
First, if you’re a Deadpool fan, you can really save on the Deadpool Bundle! If you get the Deadpool Corps Boxed Set you get Lady Deadpool free! I only bought Lady Deadpool because of the Deadpool Coprs, and I paid full price, so this is some considerable savings (given that Lady Deadpool likely should have been part of the Corps to begin with). Or you can get the Lady Deadpool Mini-Bust (formerly an AFX Exclusive) for only $39.00–almost half off.
Next, if you’re a fan of the Wolverine/Black Cat: Claws series, this is a deal for you… buy one of the Wolverine mini-busts (Brown or Yellow) and get the Black Cat mini-bust free! Or you can get the Black Cat Mini-Bust alone for just $39.00
There’s even more, such as the White outfit Black Widow mini-bust for $39.00 (down from $70), and 20% off all in-stock merchandise orders of over $100 (Exclusives, Pre-Orders, and a few select items excluded).
Best still, Gentle Giant has finally updated their shopping cart software so you can order more than one in-stock item per order to increase the savings and save shipping!
These deals are only good until November 4th, 2013 so check them out now at Gentle Giant’s Sale site.
Arnie is co-host of the Marvel toy & statue collecting podcast Marvelicious Toys which can be heard at marvelicioustoys.com
New Podcast: Dracula by Bram Stoker
For over 100 years we have lived among the vampires. Werewolves, ghosts, and serial killers have all popped up, but the vampire has been the monster to beat. From hit books like the Twilight series and Anne Rice’s Vampire Chronicles to movies like Underworld and Fright Night to comics like 30 Days of Night and Blade to television shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer and True Blood, the creatures of the night are among us. But it all started with one vampire and the imagination of Bram Stoker. Now, as Arnie prepares to read Stephen King’s book Salem’s Lot, he goes back to the source to review Dracula–the original vampire tale. Join him on this Halloween to find out if this is a book with bite, or if it just sucks!
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN072-Dracula.MP3
Category: Arts & Literature
Dracula by Bram Stoker
For over 100 years we have lived among the vampires. Werewolves, ghosts, and serial killers have all popped up, but the vampire has been the monster to beat. From hit books like the Twilight series and Anne Rice’s Vampire Chronicles to movies like Underworld and Fright Night to comics like 30 Days of Night and Blade to television shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer and True Blood, the creatures of the night are among us. But it all started with one vampire and the imagination of Bram Stoker. Now, as Arnie prepares to read Stephen King’s book Salem’s Lot, he goes back to the source to review Dracula–the original vampire tale. Join him on this Halloween to find out if this is a book with bite, or if it just sucks!
Source: Books and Nachos
New Podcast: Episode 408: Look My Head Look So Big To Young Eyes?
New Hasbro product is hitting fast. Exclusives are shipping from Amazon, as well as showing up on store shelves at Toys R Us and KMart. Also from Hasbro Black Series Wave 2, both 6-inch and 3.75-inch, are shipping from online retailers. On this week’s Star Wars Action News hosts Marjorie and Arnie look at some of the new 6-inch figures, Slave Leia and Greedo, and run down the exclusives.
Also this past week came the eBook editions of J.W. Rinzler’s Making of Star Wars books. Enhanced with more photos and multimedia content, listen to find out if the new features make this worth a purchase, or re-purchase if you already own the hardcover editions.
With cranially-enhanced holiday decorations, a report from the Winter London Film & Comic Con, and more, it’s all on this episode of the Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN408.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Psycho House by Robert Bloch
The same year that Psycho IV premiered on Showtime, original Psycho author Robert Bloch also returned to the Bates Motel with his third and final book in that series — Psycho House! With the Bates Motel turned into a tourist attraction it seems Norman’s crimes have been commercialized…until another girl is murdered. With Norman out of the picture, who is the killer now? Listen as Stuart takes you inside the House in his final review of Bloch’s Psycho book trilogy!! Take a listen, then go to Now Playing Podcast before October 31, 2013 to donate to our shows and hear the movie reviews!
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN071-PsychoHouse.MP3
Category: Arts & Literature
Psycho House by Robert Bloch
The same year that Psycho IV premiered on Showtime, original Psycho author Robert Bloch also returned to the Bates Motel with his third and final book in that series — Psycho House! With the Bates Motel turned into a tourist attraction it seems Norman’s crimes have been commercialized…until another girl is murdered. With Norman out of the picture, who is the killer now? Listen as Stuart takes you inside the House in his final review of Bloch’s Psycho book trilogy!! Take a listen, then go to Now Playing Podcast before October 31, 2013 to donate to our shows and hear the movie reviews!
Source: Books and Nachos
New Podcast: Issue 100: Our Marvelicious 100th Episode — LIVE!
Welcome to Marvelicious Toys’ 100th podcast! Recorded live October 17th the Marvelicious Toys hosts Marjorie, Arnie, and Justin got to chat with podcast listeners and give away over a thousand dollars in prizes from sponsors Gentle Giant, Sideshow Collectibles, Kotobukiya, eFX Collectibles, Diamond Select Toys and more!
And on this episode Marjorie and Arnie ran down the latest news from New York Comic-Con, including Hasbro’s off-site press event where they showed figures from the 2014 toy lines–including Captain America: The Winter Soldier and The Amazing Spider-Man 2!
With new Bishoujo and Art-FX+ statues from Kotobukiya, a review of eFX’s NYCC exclusive Phil Coulson badge, and more, it’s all in this IGOR-sized recording of Marvelicious Toys LIVE!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT100.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 407: NYCC 2013
In just a few years New York Comic Con has grown to have attendance second only to the 40-year-old San Diego Comic-Con. This year had big name stars like Sylvester Stallone, Sigourney Weaver, and more signing autographs, perhaps the highest profile autograph stars at any convention. On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast Marjorie and Arnie report on the Star Wars reveals from Kotobukiya, their exclusive Art-FX+ R2 unit, as well as the other Star Wars collectibles at the con.
But the biggest Star Wars reveals were not at the Javits Center. Hasbro had no presence at NYCC, but they held a private press event the Wednesday before the con and the Star Wars Action News hosts were there. Listen to find out what was revealed, and what wasn’t. Plus find out Hasbro’s answer to “what’s right with Mara Jade?” and news on the notorious Black Series bubble issue.
With an update on all the new toys hitting stores from Johnathan, as well as a Vintage Viewpoint looking back at the Kenner Ewok toys, it’s all on this episode of Star Wars Action News!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN407.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 99: It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Xavier!
Action figures! New action figures are shipping from Hasbro in the Avengers Assemble, Marvel Universe, and Iron Man 3 toy lines! On this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast Marjorie, Arnie, and Justin give you the run down on what’s new, and where you can find it!
Also this week, with the holidays coming, and by holidays we mean Halloween though the stores think Christmas, stores are full of cool swag Marvel fans can use to show their love of their favorite heroes. From Spider-Man Jack-O-Lanterns to Avengers lawn inflatables, the items range from uber-cool to ultra-tacky. On this week’s Marvelicious Toys we tell you about the items you’ll want, and want to avoid, for your house this season!
An announcement–our next podcast will be Marvelicious Toys’ 100th episode! To celebrate we’re having a LIVE SHOW on Thursday, October 17th at 8:30pm EST. If you join us live at marvelicioustoys.com you can listen to our show and have a chance to win one of the following great prizes:
A Ghost Rider Statue donated by Gentle Giant Ltd. A Hot Toys Captain America – Star Spangled Man figure donated by Sideshow Collectibles An Iron Man Mark 42 Art-FX statue donated by Kotobukiya The Avengers Phase I Blu-Ray Box SetPhil Coulson Agent of SHIELD NYCC Exclusive Badge donated by eFX Collectibles Kotobukiya Bishoujo Black Widow StatueThe SDCC Exclusive Old Man Logan Marvel Universe Figure Pair of Unmasked Wolverine POP Vinyl Variant Bobbleheads Diamond Select Storm Figure Diamond Select Deadpool Figure Marvel Legends Scarlet Spider Figure
To win you must attend the live show at 8:30pm EST on the 17th at MarveliciousToys.com. (International winners are responsible for all taxes and shipping costs, please see all official rules here)
We hope to see you there!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT099.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Issue 98: Earth’s Mightiest Handwipes
AVENGERS ASSEMBLE! It’s not just a battle cry, it’s a toy line! Tying into the new Disney XD animated series, and picking up where Hasbro’s Avengers movie line left off. Are these figures that 3.75-inch Marvel collectors need? Listen to this issue of Marvelicious Toys as Marjorie, Justin, and Arnie review Wave 1 of this new toy line, with Red Skull, The Falcon, Captain America, Iron Man, Black Widow, and Hulk!
Also in stores are tons of other Avengers items. Micro Muggs, Diamond Select figures, T-Shirts, shoes, and even HAND WIPES! Listen to this week’s show for a run down of the new stuff.
With SDCC Exclusives on sale at Entertainment Earth, a hands-on review of the Marvel Unlimited Plus gold Ultron figure, and a look at two new educational and fun items from Uncle Milton, it’s all in this issue of Marvelicious Toys!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT098.MP3
Category: Arts
The Marvel Shop Returns at NYCC
For Marvel statue and toy collectors attending San Diego Comic Con in July, 2013 the first stop was The Marvel Shop. Now at New York Comic Con in October 2013 The Marvel Shop returns. With some exclusives from SDCC making their return as well as brand new NYCC exclusive items, Marvel collectors have more comics, plushies, statues, and more to try and collect!
Images and press release follow:
The Marvel Shop Makes Its East Coast Debut At New York Comic Con With Loads Of Limited Edition Items!
The Marvel booth at New York Comic Con is back! (Booth #1354) Marvel will be taking the event by storm and aims to make this year one to remember! Along with all of the great on-stage panels, creator signings, and special events, Marvel is offering some fantastic new and exclusive merchandise that will be for sale at the booth (while supplies last), including T-shirts, glass tumblers, statues, Blu-ray DVDs and more! Be sure to stop by and check the booth out, as supplies will be limited.
Here is a list of items that will be for sale:
- Rocket Raccoon Plush by Just Play with Limited Edition Skottie Young Lithograph – Take home your very own cuddly, plush Guardian of the Galaxy. Just don’t call him cuddly to his face. Each awesome plush also includes a limited edition lithograph illustrated by Skottie Young! (Limited to 1000 pieces): $34.99
- Glass Tumblers – Enjoy your beverages with these awesome character themed tumblers made exclusively for New York Comic Con. There will be seven different unique designs available. Additionally, each Glass Tumbler will come with a certificate of authenticity. (Limited to 200 pieces for each design) Price: $15.99 each
- Deadpool by Skottie Young
- Spider-Man by Skottie Young
- Thor and Jane Foster from Thor: The Dark World
- Angela by Sarah Pichelli
- Superior Spider-Man by Ryan Stegman
- Hawkeye by David Aja
- Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
- Scarlet Witch by Adi Granov
- Zombie Magneto Bust by Gentle Giant – What’s more terrifying than the Master of Magnetism? A Master of Magnetism who feasts on brains! Decorate your home or workspace with this highly detailed zombified Magneto bust designed by Gentle Giant. (Only 300 pieces on hand) Price: $99.00
- Marvel Unlimited Plus Subscription with access to exclusive Plus Member Only Event – Become a Marvel Unlimited Plus member ($99.99 for one year) and gain access to over 13,000 digital comics, receive an exclusive Age of Ultron Collectible Kit, members only discounts on Marvel merchandise & comics, & more! All comics can be read digitally on the web or via the Marvel Unlimited app (for iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch® & Android™ devices). The exclusive Age of Ultron Collectible Kit features a limited edition Marvel Legends Ultron AU variant action figure, Age of Ultron #10 variant, (both not available anywhere else) AND your very own membership card and welcome letter.
Marvel Unlimited Plus Members also have the opportunity to attend a Plus members-only event where Plus members can receive an exclusive Captain America: Living Legend variant by John Cassaday and Steve McNiven Inhumanity lithograph! MU Plus members will even be given a 10% discount on all Marvel merchandise purchases from the Marvel booth during New York Comic Con.
- Marvel Unlimited Plus event open to Marvel Unlimited Plus members only. Must have event pass and valid 3-day, 4-day or Sunday New York Comic Con pass for entry. Event badges do not guarantee access to Plus Member event. John Cassaday variant and Steve McNiven lithograph available while supplies last.
- 10% offer valid only from 10/10/13 – 10/13/13. MU Plus members must provide membership card and valid photo I.D at the merchandise booth to receive 10% off of their entire Marvel merchandise purchase.
- Mighty Avengers #2 Cosplay Variant by J. Scott Campbell – Superstar artist J. Scott Campbell brings you some of your favorite female Avengers characters as they get ready to cosplay at NYCC! (Only 2,000 copies printed) Price: $10.00
- Superior Foes of Spider-Man #4 Variant by Gurihuru – Gurihuru puts the Spider-Man up against his worst enemies – or rather ponies dressed as his worst enemies! This is a must own for any Spider-Man fan! (Only 2,000 copies printed) Price: $10.00
- Phase 1 Marvel Cinematic Universe Blu-Ray Collector’s Set w/ limited-edition 24 x 36 Marvel’s The Avengers theatrical homage poster by Skottie Young. – Bring home a piece of cinema history with Phase One of the Marvel Cinematic Universe on Blu-Ray! This collector’s set includes all six Avenger’s films from Phase One and other amazing collectibles. But wait, there’s more. We are also including a limited edition theatrical homage poster as a special gift with purchase for anyone who buys the Box Set at the Marvel booth. This limited edition poster is illustrated by Skottie Young and is hand-numbered. (Only 150 sets on-hand) Price: $150.00
- Iron Man Statues by Beast Kingdom – Celebrate the unprecedented success of the Iron Man trilogy and decorate your home or office space with these unique Iron Man statues from Beast Kingdom! Limited quantities of each will be available at the convention. This marks one of the first times these statues are for sale by Marvel in the United States! Price: $80.00 each. There will be four Marks available:
- Iron Man Mark V (20 statues on-hand)
- War Machine (63 statues on-hand)
- Iron Man Mark VI (75 statues on-hand)
- Iron Man Mark 42 (75 statues on-hand)
- Marvel Logo Cap by New Era – Show your love of all things Marvel with this exclusive 59FIFTY fitted cap from New Era featuring the Marvel logo. (Only 250 pieces available) Price: $29.99
- Thor: The Dark World Cast & Crew Tee Exclusive Loki Fan Variant – Celebrate the release of Marvel Studios’ next blockbuster Thor: The Dark World with this exclusive cast & crew variant tee available only at NYCC! The unique periodic table design spotlights major characters from the film, including everyone’s favorite God of Mischief – Loki! Don’t miss your chance to take home a your own piece of Thor: The Dark World. (Limited to 399 pieces total. Available in men & women’s sized) Price: $34.99
- Lucky’s On the Case T-Shirt by David Aja – Straight from the pages of Hawkeye comes everyone’s favorite crime solving, pizza loving canine. Don’t miss your chance to own this exclusive design available only at New York Comic-Con! (Limited to 400 pieces total. Available in men & women’s sizes) Price: $19.99
- Rocket Raccoon & Groot T-Shirt by Skottie Young – Get ready for the release of next summer’s Marvel Studios’ blockbuster film Guardians of the Galaxy, with this limited-edition Rocket & Groot t-shirt featuring art by fan-favorite artist Skottie Young! (Limited to 500 pieces total. Available in men & women’s sizes) Price: $19.99
- Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D ‘Coulson Lives!’ T-Shirt – Coulson Lives! Support everyone’s favorite agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. with a brand new t-shirt from Marvel Television’s first live action show airing Tuesday nights on the ABC network! (Limited to 550 pieces total. Available in men & women’s sizes) Price: $19.99
- Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. “Bus” Blueprint – You may not be able to own the Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.’s flying headquarters known as “the Bus”, but you can own this limited-edition, hand numbered blueprint. Learn the ins and outs of the Agent’s mobile command center and bring home your own piece of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (Only 300 copies printed) Price: $12.99
- Captain America Hooded Scarf – Stay warm this winter and dress like you’re the Sentinel of Liberty himself with a hooded scarf designed to look like your favorite Avenger. Each scarf comes emblazoned with Captain America’s iconic “A” and wings so you can battle the Red Skull…or frostbite. (Limited to 100 units) Price: $24.99
New Podcast: Episode 406: Size DOES Matter
In 2007 the 30th Anniversary of Star Wars brought an onslaught of toys, collectibles, and commemorative items. But of all the 30th Anniversary items only one provided new insight into the Star Wars saga — J.W. Rinsler’s The Making of Star Wars. With that book’s success Rinzler followed up with The Making of The Empire Strikes Back for Episode V’s 30th anniversary in 2010. Now, Rinzler completes his trilogy with The Making of Return of the Jedi, and he may have saved the best for last. On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast Brock gives a hands-on review of this impressive tome, which is in bookstores today!
Also on this week’s show, Marjorie and Arnie have the entire first wave of Hasbro’s 6-inch Black Series figures in hand. With X-Wing Luke Skwalker, R2-D2, Darth Maul, and a Sandtrooper, how does this new line of figures hold up? Listen to hear their review.
With some real (trick or) treats in Target’s Halloween section and a report from Project Comic-Con in St. Louis, it’s all in the new Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN406.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Carrie by Stephen King
Carrie is the tale of a telekinetic teenage outcast, was phenomenal success for any book, let alone the first-published work of a new author. It’s film rights were pursued by Brian De Palma and the paperback sold a million copies. But such is the legacy of Stephen King, a man who’s words spark imagination and bring even non-readers into bookstores.
As a new film based on Carrie is released in theaters Arnie begins this Books & Nachos podcast retrospective looking back on all King’s published works. In this episode he reviews Carrie in light of King’s later works, examining the themes, character types, and plot devices King would return to again and again.
The new movie’s ads say “You Will Know Her Name” but will you know the whole story? Listen to this episode of Books & Nachos to find out!
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN070-King01-Carrie.MP3
Category: Arts & Literature
Carrie by Stephen King
Carrie is the tale of a telekinetic teenage outcast, was phenomenal success for any book, let alone the first-published work of a new author. It’s film rights were pursued by Brian De Palma and the paperback sold a million copies. But such is the legacy of Stephen King, a man who’s words spark imagination and bring even non-readers into bookstores.
As a new film based on Carrie is released in theaters Arnie begins this Books & Nachos podcast retrospective looking back on all King’s published works. In this episode he reviews Carrie in light of King’s later works, examining the themes, character types, and plot devices King would return to again and again.
The new movie’s ads say “You Will Know Her Name” but will you know the whole story? Listen to this episode of Books & Nachos to find out!
Source: Books and Nachos
New Podcast: Psycho II by Robert Bloch
Hitchcock’s Psycho became such a phenomenal success that it all but obscured the novel on which it was based. But in 1982 original Psycho author Robert Bloch returned to Norman Bates in his novel Psycho II. Completely unrelated to the 1983 film of the same name, Bloch’s book tells of a movie studio adapting Norman Bates’ story to the big screen. When Norman hears about this he is none too happy and he goes to Hollywood. Now Stuart reads and reviews Bloch’s original continuation of Bates’ story as he continues to read the Psycho novels while at Now Playing Podcast he, Arnie, and Brock review the Psycho films! Those movie reviews are Now Playing’s limited-availability Fall 2013 Gold Donation Series, but here, unlimited, you can hear Stuart’s thoughts on the book! Take a listen, then go to Now Playing Podcast before October 31, 2013 to hear the movie reviews!
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN069-Psycho2.MP3
Category: Arts & Literature
Psycho II by Robert Bloch
Hitchcock’s Psycho became such a phenomenal success that it all but obscured the novel on which it was based. But in 1982 original Psycho author Robert Bloch returned to Norman Bates in his novel Psycho II. Completely unrelated to the 1983 film of the same name, Bloch’s book tells of a movie studio adapting Norman Bates’ story to the big screen. When Norman hears about this he is none too happy and he goes to Hollywood. Now Stuart reads and reviews Bloch’s original continuation of Bates’ story as he continues to read the Psycho novels while at Now Playing Podcast he, Arnie, and Brock review the Psycho films! Those movie reviews are Now Playing’s limited-availability Fall 2013 Gold Donation Series, but here, unlimited, you can hear Stuart’s thoughts on the book! Take a listen, then go to Now Playing Podcast before October 31, 2013 to hear the movie reviews!
Source: Books and Nachos
New Podcast: Issue 97: The Iron Man Blu’s
Iron Man 3 had a high bar for success. After The Avengers made over 1.5 billion dollars in the box office, could a solo avenger fly nearly so high? But the armored Avenger delivered, becoming the number one movie for 2013 and getting over a billion dollars in worldwide box office. Now it’s time for Iron Man to fly into your home video collection! The movie comes out in the USA tomorrow! But where are the exclusive versions? Listen to this issue of the Marvelicious Toys podcast where Marjorie, Arnie, and Justin discuss this.
Also in this issue, Hasbro’s Marvel Universe figures are hitting fast with three new case assortments shipping in the past two weeks! There are now 22 figures released in the 2013 line. Arnie has them all in hand, so listen to find out which are new, which are “new enough”, and which are difficult to tell.
With a final review of Sideshow’s Deadpool Premium Format Figure, the coming of the Sideshow Galactus Maquette, a report from Project Comic-Con 2013 in St. Louis, and a Mego birthday to remember, it’s all in this issue of the Marvelicious Toys podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT097.MP3
Category: Arts
Doc Ock Is Back – Your First Look At INDESTRUCTIBLE HULK SPECIAL #1!
The Doctor is in this October as the Arms of the Octopus crossover event continues inIndestructible Hulk Special #1 – and the Hulk has something to say about it! From the dynamite creative team of Mike Costa and Jake Wyatt, comes the return of one of the Marvel Universe’s most nefarious super villains. But how is Doc Ock alive?! The Superior Spider-Man can’t be happy about that, and what does Ock want with the All-New X-Men? Bruce Banner is going to help them get to the bottom of this!
But not before coming face-to-face with the shocking return of another believed-dead villain – the dreaded ABOMINATION! Between Banner’s brain and Hulk’s brawn, is it enough to take on the combined terror of Doc Ock and the Abomination? Don’t miss Indestructible Hulk Special #1for the answer!
INDESTRUCTIBLE HULK SPECIAL #1 (AUG130804)
Written by MIKE COSTA
Art by JAKE WYATT
Cover by ALEXANDER LOZANO
FOC- 09/23/13 On-Sale – 10/16/13
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Marvel’s Ultimate Spider-Man and The Howling Commandos to Make Halloween History on Disney Channel
Special Halloween Event Features the Voice Talents of Disney Channel Star Ross Lynch
Los Angeles, CA—September 20, 2013 – Marvel’s Ultimate Spider-Man makes its Disney Channel debut in a special one-hour Halloween event, Saturday, October 5 at 9pm/8c. This brand new prime time animation special features a never-before-seen team-up with Blade, the fan favorite vampire hunter; Jack Russell aka Werewolf by Night; The Living Mummy; Frankenstein’s Monster and Man-Thing. United together in animation for the first time, Spider-Man and his monstrous allies take on one of the biggest Halloween villains of all time, Dracula!
This landmark Marvel event also features a star-studded voice cast, including Disney Channel star Ross Lynch (Austin & Ally, Teen Beach Movie) as Jack Russell; Terry Crews (The Expendables) as Blade; and Oded Fehr (The Mummy) as The Living Mummy.
“This is the biggest event in Ultimate Spider-Man history,” said Jeph Loeb, Marvel’s Head of Television. “We’ve brought Spidey together with our greatest Supernatural heroes and some of the hottest names to voice them. We’re hoping families turn down the lights and turn up the volume for our spookiest special yet, courtesy of Ultimate Spider-Man!”
The episode will re-air the following week within the weekly Marvel Universe block on Disney XD, on Sunday, October 13at 11am/10c.
Fans can get a sneak peek at part one of the one-hour Halloween special with free download on iTunes beginning Monday, September 30.
New Podcast: Psycho by Robert Bloch
Psycho. The word evokes common images, all black and white from the classic Alfred Hitchcock film. The film is such an acclaimed success that for many it obscures the fact that before Norman Bates was on the big screen he was first on the page, in Robert Bloch’s original novel Psycho. Now Stuart, Arnie, and Brock are reviewing all the Psycho movies as part of Now Playing’s limited-availability Fall 2013 Gold Donation Series, but here, unlimited, you can hear Stuart’s thoughts on the original book! Take a listen, then go to Now Playing Podcast before October 31, 2013 to hear the thoughts on the film!
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN068-PSYCHO.MP3
Category: Arts & Literature
Psycho by Robert Bloch
Psycho. The word evokes common images, all black and white from the classic Alfred Hitchcock film. The film is such an acclaimed success that for many it obscures the fact that before Norman Bates was on the big screen he was first on the page, in Robert Bloch’s original novel Psycho. Now Stuart, Arnie, and Brock are reviewing all the Psycho movies as part of Now Playing’s limited-availability Fall 2013 Gold Donation Series, but here, unlimited, you can hear Stuart’s thoughts on the original book! Take a listen, then go to Now Playing Podcast before October 31, 2013 to hear the thoughts on the film!
Source: Books and Nachos
New Podcast: Episode 405: John Jackson Miller and the Crazy Wizard
The latest Star Wars expanded universe novel is Kenobi, a standalone story telling of the Jedi’s arrival on Tatooine, including the locals and Tuskens with whom he tussles! The book is appeasing Star Wars fans worldwide, and now Arnie sits down with author John Jackson Miller to talk about this Western-inspired tale.
Also in this week’s episode Johnathan’s back with his On The Pegs segment and Steve provides a UK Report. It’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN405.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
Review: Lou Ferrigno – Liberator Issue 1
Lou Ferrigno has come full circle. He achieved international fame playing TV’s Incredible Hulk, based on the green, raging Marvel Comics character. Now there is a comic based on a character Ferrigno played on screen–Lou Ferrigno: Liberator. It is a 2-shot comic, of which I have read part 1.
Now, full confession, I had never heard of Liberator, the short film on which this Bluewater Comics title is based. I received a solicit from Bluewater requesting we review the title, and was provided this first issue.
From the title, with Ferrigno’s name prominent and his face drawn on the cover, I expected an End of the World type story telling of a “real world” Ferrigno becoming a superhero. The rock band Kiss had such stories told, as did Mr. T and pro wrestler The Undertaker. So I was surprised to see that despite his name in the title Ferrigno is neither a character in this book, nor credited as part of the comic’s creative team.
Research then led me to realize that this comic is an adaptation of an 18-minute film starring Ferrigno, Don ‘The Dragon’ Wilson, and Star Trek’s Michael Dorn. Both the film and comic focus on Ed Migliocetti (Ferrigno), pro footballer-cum soldier-cum superhero named Liberator. A decade earlier Ed was assigned to kill someone, but rather than be a whistle-blower he took a fall that landed him in prison. separating him from his wife and daughter. Now Ed wants redemption and is writing a tell-all book. Of course, shadowy figures don’t want the truth coming out, and the first issue ends on a cliffhanger.
This comic is a very short read. With more of an emphasis on art rather than dialogue, the book feels very anemic for a first issue. It is an introduction issue and little more, with the characters and movie events recapped for those who have not seen the film. While the story has a good hook, there is nothing in this first issue to make me crave Issue 2.
But the research did take me to YouTube where I saw a trailer and a clip for the film Liberator and despite the cast being a list of comic-con autograph hall staples, the production values have me very interested. Unfortunately there is no online or video release of Liberator, the film. It is currently touring.
The film looks really good, but the comic only works for me as a teaser for the film itself. It’s a pretty book, but the story is average. So I will give it a pretty average rating of 2.5 stars.
New Podcast: Issue 96: FIGURE-ing Out Hasbro
Could Hasbro make Marvel action figure collecting more complicated? Currently at many toy stores there are three distinct toy lines, two current and one peg warming. More, the Marvel Universe toy line, once Hasbro’s flagship Marvel brand, is being retired and coming in 2014 in its place is a new line named, you guessed it, AVENGERS! Add to that 3.75-inch figure lines for Spider-Man, Wolverine, Thor, Iron Man 3, and more, keeping track can require a spreadsheet.
Or a podcast! On this week’s Marvelicious Toys Marjorie, Justin, and Arnie run down all the current and future Hasbro Marvel toy lines. They look at the last four waves of Marvel Universe figures–all shipping in the next two months! Plus they outline what has been revealed of Hasbro’s future figure plans.
With a Sideshow Premium Format quality update and more, it’s all in this issue of the Marvelicious Toys podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT096.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 404: ICE, ICE, Baby! Chilling with cool collectors.
What happens when over a hundred of the world’s most avid Star Wars collectors gather in one place over a long weekend? Fun, shopping and more! On this week’s Star Wars Action News Marjorie and Arnie report on the Labor Day Weekend International Collector’s Event, or ICE convention, put on by some of the Seattle Star Wars collectors. They toured two of the largest Star Wars collections in the world, went on toy runs en masse, got amazing exclusives, and watched an original 35mm print of Return of the Jedi–the 1983 version!Listen in as the hosts are joined by Gus Lopez, the hosts of the Galaxy of Toys podcast, Star Wars crafts expert Amy Sjoberg, and owner of the world’s largest private Star Wars collection Steve Sansweet. It’s all on this exclusive report podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN404.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 95: Exsmellcior!
The Marvel Universe is winding down but some great characters are still to come in the line’s final waves. On this issue of Marvelicious Toys Justin, Marjorie, and Arnie look at the newest Hasbro Marvel Universe figures showing up on pegs with Elektra, Mysterio, Rhino, and Captain America! Plus also reviews of the new Avengers Assemble All Star and Iron Man 3 All Star figures from Hasbro. Also on this week’s show, Arnie has received two new Sideshow Collectibles Premium Format figures, but what does it mean when both are damaged out of the box? And what is Sideshow doing to make it right? The Marvelicious hosts examine a sharp decline in service and quality from one of the best-known Marvel collectible makers on this week’s show. With a new Stan Lee scent and so much more, it’s all on this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT095.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 403: Crazy Train
Have you found the new Hasbro figures? All Hasbro’s new lines, Black Series 4-inch, Black Series 6-inch, Mission Series, and Saga Legends, are showing up across the US. New toys are a welcome relief to the modern Star Wars figure collector after many months with no new releases, and on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast the coverage continues. Listen to this week’s podcast for a hands on review of the new 4-inch Black Series figures. Then vintage Star Wars collector Jerry takes a look at the Saga Legends figures and provides his views on their five points of articulation.
Also on this week’s show Arnie and Marjorie review Sideshow Collectibles’ new Shaak Ti The Force Unleashed Premium Format figure. They call it a “Premium Format” and it certainly comes with a premium price tag–is it worth it? Listen to their review, and then join in the discussion on Sideshow’s recent quality issues. From bad paint to shipping damage, reports are rampant regarding poor quality control on the Sideshow products. More, Sideshow’s Customer Service seems less than willing to make it right. Arnie provides his first-hand experiences on this week’s podcast.
With Brock reviewing John Jackson Miller’s new Star Wars novel Kenobi and a look at a Star Wars collectible that will shake your caboose, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Action Figure Collectors; If you enjoy collecting action figures also check out Issue 94 of the Marvelicious Toys podcast where Arnie, Marjorie, and Justin talk to former Hasbro Senior Product Designer David Vonner about the evolution and future of action figure collecting. While Vonner worked on the Marvel line the information given applies to all action figures. You can hear this interview at Marvelicioustoys.com.
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN403.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 94: The Vonner Files
From 2006 to 2012 David Vonner was a Senior Product Designer at Hasbro, and the face of Marvel Universe action figures. Arguably, no other single person had as much influence over the creation, character selection, and design of Hasbro’s flagship 3.75-inch Marvel figure line. Even figures just now hitting retail were made due to Vonner’s passion and direction for Marvel. But as announced at San Diego Comic-Con International the Marvel Universe line is ending, replaced with the stylistically similar Avengers Assemble figure line. On this issue of Marvelicious Toys Vonner sits down with Justin, Marjorie, and Arnie to discuss his passion for Marvel figures. Everything is discussed, from figures he’d championed that never got made to figures he would never make. Which real-life starlet was the model for Ms. Marvel’s bust? What does David think of the change in direction for Marvel action figures? Are smart phones and internet killing action figures? And do collectors really need Hyperion in two figure scales so close together? Listen for an unprecidented look behind the scenes of action figures from the man who saw it all unfold!
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Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT094.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 402: Separation Anxiety
New figures are on the pegs and Marjorie and Arnie are back in the Star Wars Action News studio ready to review them! On this week’s podcast the hosts look at new new Saga Legends figures from Hasbro. With limited articulation and smaller card backs these figures have divided collectors between those who demand more collector-oriented figures and those who find the limited pose-ability a throwback to vintage collecting. Hasbro claims they’re some of the best sculpts they’ve ever done. Listen to find out the final verdict!But with the new items shipping there seem to be new problems for collectors. The figures seem to have problem staying on the cards, and reports are widespread regarding shipping damage to the Amazon exclusive Slave I. Even those who received perfect Slave I vehicles may still have issues as many report manufacturing issues and missing parts with Boba Fett’s iconic ship. Marjorie and Arnie run down these disappointing details.With listener voicemails giving their thoughts on the toys, a review of the Star Wars chess set, and a Legend-ary Darth Maul collectible, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
We want your feedback! Please take a few minutes and take the Star Wars Action News listener poll and tell us what you’d like to hear on the show!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN402.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 93: Hot Toys — Feelin’ the Burn!
If you thought the build-up to The Avengers was heavy with Hot Toys pre-orders, the recent few weeks make Spring 2012 actually seem calm. With three new Marvel Hot Toys going up for preorder in one day, including two exclusives, the Mandarin put up shortly thereafter, and the tease of the Midas armor Iron Man, even Tony Stark would have to question the expense of buying them all! On this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast, Arnie and Marjorie, back in the studio, join Justin to discuss this frenzied release schedule and what it means for the Hot Toys collector.
Also on this week’s show, Marjorie and Arnie no sooner got back to the states before they went to Chicago for the Wizard World convention. Full of toys, cosplay, artists, and more, listen to find out if you should attend the next Wizard convention in your area!
With new toys showing up in stores, including exclusives, and more, it’s all in this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast!
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Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT093.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 401: The Empire Brings Sexy Back
This weekend was Wizard World Chicago 2013, and the Star Wars Action News crew were there, as were tons of Star Wars toys. From rare vintage Star Wars items from Hasbro and Palitoy to new Black Series figures in both scales! With a new show layout and big guests, listen to find out if you should attend the next Wizard World in your area!
But the biggest news of the week is Hasbro’s new Black Series figures! The new wave of 3.75-inch figures are hitting stores coast to coast. The hosts provide a carded review of these new figures and detail some problems that carded collectors may need to watch out for!
With Star Wars burlesque at Chicago’s Gorilla Tango Theater, disappointment at D23, and more, it’s all in this week’s Star Wars Action News!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN401.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 92: SDCC 2013 – That’s a Wrap!
Arnie & Marjorie are off exploring Europe, but the show must go on! Join Justin, Jerry & Geof as they discuss the highs and lows of San Diego Comic-Con 2013. They try to bring some clarity to changes coming to Marvel Universe & Marvel Legends and try not to drool too much on Play Imaginative’s Super Alloy Iron Man offerings. Plus news on pre-orders for Hot Toys best pair of shoes to date!
We want your feedback! Please take a few minutes and take the Marvelicious Toys listener poll and tell us what you’d like to hear on the show!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT092.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Issue 91: Hasbro Panel & Marvel Studio Press Conferences SDCC 2013
Note: Starting in May, 2013 with version 11.0.3 an Apple iTunes update changed the iTunes Miniplayer. This update changed what must be done to view enhanced podcast images in iTunes. To view these images:Start playing the podcast in iTunes. At the top of iTunes you will see the player bar with a small icon of the show cover art.
In Windows hold down Ctrl and click the cover icon. In Mac hold down Command and click the cover icon. This will pop up a new window where you can see enhanced images. (if you just click on the icon it only shows a larger icon, no enhanced images).In the universe of Marvel collecting the center is Hasbro. From Marvel Legends to Marvel Universe, movie tie-in figures and more, Hasbro holds the exclusive license to Marvel action figures. With all the changes lately, from lower articulation figures aimed at children to Iron Man Assemblers, fans and collectors were anxious for news on what Hasbro will do next. You heard a brief recap in our last issue, but now hear the entire Marvel brand presentation. And view the slides from the show on our web site, or the enhanced podcast!
Plus hear the press conferences for the upcoming Marvel Studios films Captain America: The Winter Soldier and Guardians of the Galaxy!
We want your feedback! Please take a few minutes and take the Marvelicious Toys listener poll and tell us what you’d like to hear on the show!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT091.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 400: The Big 4-0-0 at CE2
It was the biggest Star Wars party of the year–STAR WARS CELEBRATION EUROPE 2! Six years after CE1 Celebration returned to Europe with a slew of celebrities, exclusives, and guests. With Episode VII announced anticipation couldn’t have been higher, and Star Wars Action News was there. Hosts Marjorie and Arnie made their first Celebration Eurotrip to take part in the Collecting Track and report on the events. Listen now to hear them, as well as Jerry, Steve, Daryl, and more as they bring Europe home to you on this milestone episode of Star Wars Action News!
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Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN400.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 90: Marvelicious from SDCC 2013
Note: Starting in May, 2013 with version 11.0.3 an Apple iTunes update changed the iTunes Miniplayer. This update changed what must be done to view enhanced podcast images in iTunes. To view these images:Start playing the podcast in iTunes. At the top of iTunes you will see the player bar with a small icon of the show cover art.
In Windows hold down Ctrl and click the cover icon. In Mac hold down Command and click the cover icon. This will pop up a new window where you can see enhanced images. (if you just click on the icon it only shows a larger icon, no enhanced images).San Diego Comic-Con International has the largest gathering of celebrities collectibles, comics and pop culture in the world. And for the third year in a row Marvelicious Toys was there to cover it all! Join Marjorie, Arnie, and Justin as they come to you from the show floor and report on the new statues and figures revealed, and the chaos of the exclusives. They are joined by several special guests this episode. If you couldn’t make it to the con, this issue of Marvelicious Toys is the next best thing! And if you were at the con, take a listen and relive the memories!
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Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 399 Part II: SDCC 2013 — The Panels, The Toys, and More!
Note: Starting in May, 2013 with version 11.0.3 an Apple iTunes update changed the iTunes Miniplayer. This update changed what must be done to view enhanced podcast images in iTunes. To view these images:Start playing the podcast in iTunes. At the top of iTunes you will see the player bar with a small icon of the show cover art.In Windows hold down Ctrl and click the cover icon. In Mac hold down Command and click the cover icon. This will pop up a new window where you can see enhanced images. (if you just click on the icon it only shows a larger icon, no enhanced images).The world’s largest convention, San Diego Comic-Con International, is winding down but with all the news and reveals at the convention Star Wars fans have much to look forward to! Join the Star Wars Action News crew as they report on all the new collectible news from Hasbro, Gentle Giant, Kotobukiya, Diamond Select, Sideshow Collectibles, and so much more!We want your feedback! Please take a few minutes and take the Star Wars Action News listener poll and tell us what you’d like to hear on the show!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN399B.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 89: SDCC 2013 Preview Night
Note: Starting in May, 2013 with version 11.0.3 an Apple iTunes update changed the iTunes Miniplayer. This update changed what must be done to view enhanced podcast images in iTunes. To view these images:Start playing the podcast in iTunes. At the top of iTunes you will see the player bar with a small icon of the show cover art.
In Windows hold down Ctrl and click the cover icon. In Mac hold down Command and click the cover icon. This will pop up a new window where you can see enhanced images. (if you just click on the icon it only shows a larger icon, no enhanced images).San Diego Comic-Con International opened today with Preview Night! The Marvelicious Toys Podcast hosts were there and standing in lots and lots of lines. Listen to their reports now that they have purchased the Deadpool Corps Taco Truck figure set, the Thunderbolts Marvel Legends sets, a handful of Old Man Logan figures, and so much more! With reports on new high end collectibles to drool over, it’s all in this short live report from Preview Night! And stay tuned with Marvelicious Toys on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for all the latest SDCC Marvel Collecting news, and next week we’ll have our full recap!
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Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 399 Part I: SDCC 2013 — Preview Night and The Black Series Line
Note: Starting in May, 2013 with version 11.0.3 an Apple iTunes update changed the iTunes Miniplayer. This update changed what must be done to view enhanced podcast images in iTunes. To view these images:
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Today kicks of San Diego Comic-Con International 2013! On the first part of Star Wars Action News’ coverage join Marjorie and Arnie as they report on Preview Night, with a first-hand look at The Black Series figures in Hasbro’s display, including the new Black Series 6-inch Boba Fett and Han Solo in Carbonite!
Fans have been divided on the new 6-inch series, but Arnie has been excited for the detail and articulation. Now that the production figures are out, does the excitement last? Listen and find out!
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Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 88: Prepare For a Ducking Good Time
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The countdown to Comic-Con is on! Now join Marvelicious Toys as Marjorie, Arnie, and Justin run down the final exclusives, from glass coasters to bust banks to Betsy Ross, listen to find out what’s for sale and where! Plus find out about a celebrity attending the con that is sure to fit the bill!
Also on this week’s show, did you know of the Marvel Universe comic pack paint variants? This subtle running change has gone under the radar of most collectors, including the hosts! Find out which comic packs you need to complete your MU variant collection.
With a hands-on review of the second wave of Iron Man Assemblers, a POP Vinyl that is nothing to shake your head at, and so much more, it’s all in this week’s Marvelicious Toys!
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Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 398: Troy Denning’s Crucible
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In Windows hold down Ctrl and click the cover icon. In Mac hold down Command and click the cover icon. This will pop up a new window where you can see enhanced images. (if you just click on the icon it only shows a larger icon, no enhanced images).Released in stores today is Crucible, the new Star Wars novel from prolific author Troy Denning. Taking place after the events in the last two major story arcs Legacy of the Force and Fate of the Jedi, this book focuses on Han, Luke, and Leia in what could be their final adventure (in this version of the expanded universe, anyway). On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast Arnie sits down with Troy to discuss the impact of Episode VII on the existing Expanded Universe, his intents behind Crucible, and the Mortis trilogy’s impact on Apocalypse.With a San Diego Comic-Con schedule update, more CE2 news, and Johnathan On the Pegs, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
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Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 87: The Marvel Shop
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After nearly a year of speculating it has been confirmed that the Hasbro Marvel Universe Old Man Logan figure will be released at San Diego Comic-Con. it is but one of the many Marvel exclusives that will be available in Marvel’s new SDCC presence–The Marvel Shop. With limited edition statues, comics, figures, iPhone covers, shirts, and so much more, Marvel has single-handedly changed the scope of Marvel toy and statue collecting at SDCC. On this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast Justin, Arnie, and Marjorielook at the announced exclusives and help you decide which you should get right away!
Also on this week’s show the hosts look at Funko’s two new unmasked Deadpool POP Vinyl bobbles, as well as several other collectibles that POP out at you!
With more news on shirts, a totally tubular figure from Diamond Select, and so much more, it’s all on this countdown-to-Comic-Con issue of the Marvelicious Toys podcast!
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Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 397: Look at the Size of That Thing!
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In preparation of The Yoda Chronicles premiere on Cartoon Network LEGO revealed their largest model ever–a life-sized X-Wing. For Star Wars days at LEGOLand the X-Wing trekked across the country, and Star Wars Action News’ reporter Berent was on hand to see it and talk to the master builder behind it. How many bricks does it take to get to the center of a life-sized X-Wing? Listen to Berent’s interview to find out!
Also on this week’s show, Marjorie and Arnie look at the new San Diego Comic-Con exclusives announced by Gentle Giant and Petco, as well as the non-exclusive announcement from Sideshow Collectibles.
With a review of Gentle Giant’s C6 exclusive Clone Lieutenant statue, Brock reviewing Troy Denning’s new novel, and so much more, it’s all in this week’s Star Wars Action News!
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Category: Movies & Television
Marvel Store to Debut at SDCC, Old Man Logan Figure Available
If you’ve attended San Diego Comic-Con International you know Marvel’s booth is a must-see. From a large Avengers stage to a life-sized Iron Man 3 Hall of Armor, the visual spectacle is awe-inspiring. In addition to the superstar comic creators that sign at the booth, celebrities like Stan Lee and Chris Evans have made appearances. And collectibles abound from free iPhone cases to limited posters, comics, pins, and more.
In 2013 Marvel is expanding their booth presence further with The Marvel Shop. The shop will have limited edition collectibles for sale, as well as a highly sought Hasbro Marvel Universe figure–Old Man Logan. First revealed at San Diego Comic-Con in 2012 the figure was expected to be released at New York Comic-Con, and Hasbro gave samples out to press covering their New York Comic-Con event. However Marvel did not have the figure at the convention and, short of spending over $200 for one on eBay, the figure has remained a mystery.
Marvel has now revealed at at The Marvel Shop if you subscribe to Marvel Unlimited, the Marvel Comics digital comics subscription service, you will get the Old Man Logan figure for free. More, Old Man Logan is the first Marvel Universe figure to have an announced edition size–only 3,000 of this figure will be made.
Marvel’s full press release reads:
The Marvel Shop Debuts At Comic Con International 2013 With Loads Of Limited Edition Items!
The Marvel booth at San Diego Comic Con International is back! (Booth #2329) Marvel will be taking the event by storm and aims to make this year one to remember! Along with all of the great on-stage panels, creator signings, and special events, Marvel is offering some fantastic new and exclusive merchandise that will be for sale at the booth (while supplies last), including T-shirts, glass tumblers, Blu-ray DVDs and more! Be sure to stop by and check the booth out, as supplies will be limited.
Here is a list of items that will be for sale:
- Glass Tumblers – Enjoy your beverages with these awesome character themed tumblers made especially for San Diego Comic Con. There will be seven different unique designs available. Additionally, each Glass Tumbler will come with a certificate of authenticity. (Limited to 200 pieces for each design) Price: $15.99
- Spider-Man by Joe Quesada
- Thor by Olivier Coipel
- Captain Marvel by Terry Dodson
- Infinity by Marko Djurdjevic
- Uncanny Avengers by John Cassaday
- Avengers by Skottie Young
- Marvel’s Iron Man 3
- Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D T-Shirt – Coulson Lives! Support everyone’s favorite agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. with a brand new t-shirts from Marvel Television’s first live action show hitting screens everywhere this Fall on ABC! (Limited to 500 in men’s sizes & 100 in women’s) Price: $19.99
- iPhone Cases – Protect your iPhone with these sleek new iPhone cases for both models (4S & 5). There will be two designs available. Spider-Man by Skottie Young and Rocket Raccoon by Joe Quesada! (Limited to 250 pieces for each design) Price: $14.99
- Marvel Unlimited Subscription with Old Man Logan Action Figure – Become a member of Marvel Unlimited and gain access to thousands of Marvel titles! The titles can be read digitally on a desktop or via the Marvel Unlimited app (for iPhone®, iPad®, iPad Touch® & Android devices). Included with the subscription is a Marvel exclusive Old Man Logan Action Figure from Hasbro Toys! (Only 3000 pieces produced) Price: $19.99 for one month or $55.20 for one year. Terms & conditions apply, offer valid only in person at the booth at Comic Con International Only.
- Uncanny X-Men #8 San Diego Cosplay Variant by J. Scott Campbell – Superstar artist J. Scott Campbell brings you some of your favorite female X-characters as they get ready to cosplay at SDCC! (Only 1,500 copies printed) Price: $10.00
- Deadpool Kills Deadpool #1 San Diego Variant by Gurihuru – Gurihuru puts Deadpool in a nightmare situation – surrounded by ponies, dressed as and featuring the powers of Marvel super heroes! This is a must own cover for any Deadpool fan! (Only 1,500 copies printed) Price: $10.00
- Phase 1 Marvel Cinematic Universe Blu-Ray Collector’s Set w/ limited-edition 24 x 36 Marvel’s The Avengers theatrical homage poster by Skottie Young. – Bring home a piece of cinema history with Phase One of the Marvel Cinematic Universe on Blu-Ray! This collector’s set includes all six Avenger’s films from Phase One and other amazing collectibles. But wait, there’s more. As a special exclusive ONLY AVAILABLE at the San Diego convention, we are also including a limited edition theatrical homage poster as a special gift with purchase for anyone who buys the Box Set at the Marvel booth. This limited-run poster (production run of 350 posters), is illustrated by Skottie Young and hand-numbered. Not only that, but Skottie Young is scheduled to appear during preview night to sign these super rare posters in person! Price: $150.00
- Iron Man Statue by Beast Kingdom – Celebrating the unprecedented success of the Iron Man trilogy, decorate your home or office space with these Iron Man statues from Beast Kingdom! There are three Marks available: Iron Man 2 Mark V, Iron Man 2 Mark VI, and Iron Man 2 War Machine. SDCC marks the first time that these statues are for sale by Marvel in the United states! (100 units of each statue available) Price: $80.00
- Rocket Raccoon Mug – Get ready for the release of next summer’s Marvel Studios’ blockbuster film Guardians of the Galaxy, with this exclusive Rocket Raccoon Mug featuring art by Joe Quesada! (Only 350 units will be made available) Price: $14.99
- Avengers T-Shirts– Are you an Avengers fan? Show your support for Earth’s Mightiest Heroes with these special Avengers T-shirts! Two different T-shirt designs will be available, the Avengers Album mock cover by Joey Spiotto and Survival by Matt Ferguson. Price: $19.99
New Podcast: Issue 86: Too Many Titles to Choose From!
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San Diego Comic-Con starts 3 weeks from today, and there are so many Marvel Comics collectibles exclusives even Galactus couldn’t carry them all! Join this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast as Marjorie, Arnie, and Justin run down the latest exclusive collectible announcements from FunKo, Diamond Select, Gentle Giant, and an especially shocking announcement from Sideshow Collectibles.
Also on this week’s show, the second wave of Iron Man Assembler figures have shown up online. Are they worth a look? The hosts review the pre-release photography and share if they are all in or all out on these 3.75-inch movie figures.
With Marvel Vinylmations from Disney, discounted Marvel Universe multi-figure packs, and so much more, it’s all in this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast!
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Category: Arts
New Podcast: World War Z by Max Brooks
This week the movie World War Z arrives in theaters starring Brad Pitt as an investigator traveling the world during a massive zombie outbreak. The film shares the title with the best selling book by Max Brooks, but fans of the book claim the movie has little resemblance to their beloved story. The movie will be reviewed at Now Playing Podcast but first Stuart has read and now reviews the source material!
After you listen to his review, head to NowPlayingPodcast.com and find out how to hear their World War Z movie review, only available until June 30, 2013!
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Category: Arts & Literature
World War Z by Max Brooks
This week the movie World War Z arrives in theaters starring Brad Pitt as an investigator traveling the world during a massive zombie outbreak. The film shares the title with the best selling book by Max Brooks, but fans of the book claim the movie has little resemblance to their beloved story. The movie will be reviewed at Now Playing Podcast but first Stuart has read and now reviews the source material!
After you listen to his review, head to NowPlayingPodcast.com and find out how to hear their World War Z movie review, only available until June 30, 2013!
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New Podcast: Issue 85: Right on the MUNNY!
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The next big super hero movie is just around the corner — The Wolverine! Hugh Jackman returns to his career-defining role as Logan this July, and to capitalize on this Hasbro’s Wolverine toy line has started to show up in stores and online. On this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast Justin reviews one of these figures. Listen to find out if 3.75-inches of Wolverine is enough or if you should wait until the 6-inch Legends figures are released later this year.
And while Wolverine is in theaters, Marvel movies are also dominating home media. Sony has released new Blu Ray releases of Spider-Man and The Amazing Spider-Man. There are no bonus features on the discs but they tout a clearer video mastered from a 4k video source. On this podcast Marjorie and Arnie share their view comparing the 4k Blu Ray and last year’s Blu Ray release of Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man. Arnie also reviews Shout Factory’s new Blu Ray of Captain America — the 1990 version!
With a new segment dedicated to international toys based on Marvel Comics characters, new lines of vinyl collectibles, and oh so much more, it’s all in this Galactus-sized Marvelicious Toys podcast!
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Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 396: Orange, Black, and Silver
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In Windows hold down Ctrl and click the cover icon. In Mac hold down Command and click the cover icon. This will pop up a new window where you can see enhanced images. (if you just click on the icon it only shows a larger icon, no enhanced images).The 3.75-inch Black Series is looming and new packaged shots are being released of the first wave of figures with Padme, Biggs, Luke, Vader, and more. But despite the eagerness of Star Wars collectors for new figures, fans are having a mixed reaction to the new packaging for these figures. On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast hosts Marjorie and Arnie are joined by their Marvelicious Toys co-host Justin, a graphic designer and packaging expert, to examine Hasbro’s latest Star Wars designs. Also on this week’s show, Johnathan updates us what’s in stores and online, Steve the Gingerprince reports from Collectormania, and Arnie and Marjorie celebrate a new Ewok LEGO set. All that and more on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!Plus on this week’s show is an update on Third Annual SDCC Star Wars Fan Breakfast! On Friday, July 19th, at 7:30 a.m. come to the Edgewater Grill at Seaport Village to talk Star Wars with friends! It’s walking distance from the convention center, and prizes will be given away from sponsors Hallmark, Uncle Milton, Diamond Select Toys, Kotobukiya, Random House Audio, and more! There is no cost to attend, just pay for what you order for breakfast! To attend, just RSVP by July 10th to fanbreakfast@swactionnews.com with how many people are in your party and we hope to see you in San Diego!
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Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 84: Thunderstruck
San Diego Comic Con is just a month away and Hasbro’s must-buy convention exclusives have been announced–A Marvel Universe Deadpool Corps figure pack and a Marvel Legends Thunderbolts figure pack! With tons of new characters to each scale, they’re sure to top many collectors’ wish lists. On this week’s Marvelicious Toys hosts Arnie, Marjorie, and Justin give their first reactions to these figures, as well as other Marvel exclusives from NECA, Funko, and more!
With a review of the Diamond Select Gambit and Colossus and a recap of the Marvel Superhero charity walk, it’s all in this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast!
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Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 395: Hasbro Flips Collectors the (Angry) Bird at SDCC
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San Diego Comic-Con is just a month away and Star Wars collectible companies like Hasbro, Gentle Giant, Hallmark, and Diamond Select Toys have been revealing their 2013 convention exclusives! Listen to this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast to find out what people at the con will be fighting over, and those at home will be left to drool over. The hosts also discuss CE2 exclusives, including the announced CE2 art prints, and how international collectors may be able to get some of their money back on these great pieces.
Plus on this week’s show the Third Annual SDCC Star Wars Fan Breakfast is announced! On Friday, July 19th, at 7:30 a.m. come to the Edgewater Grill at Seaport Village to talk Star Wars with friends! It’s walking distance from the convention center, and prizes will be given away from sponsors Hallmark, Uncle Milton, Diamond Select Toys, Random House Audio, and more! There is no cost to attend, just pay for what you order for breakfast! To attend, just RSVP by July 10th to fanbreakfast@swactionnews.com with how many people are in your party and we hope to see you in San Diego!
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Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 83: 15 Bucks a POP!
Iron Patriot, Iron Man Mark 42, and Ultron–these are the figures in Hasbro’s second wave of Iron Man Marvel Legends 6-inch figures. With collectors collectively disappointed by the 3.75-inch Iron Man Assemblers line, do these new Legends make up for it? Listen to Justin, Arnie, and Marjorie’s review to find out!
Also on this week’s show the Marvelicious Toys hosts review two new X-Men figures from Diamond Select: Storm and Nightcrawler!
With a look at more San Diego Comic-Con exclusives from FunKo, a Timely Review by Jerry, and a striking new Thor from Bowen, it’s all on this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast!
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Category: Arts
New Podcast: Issue 82: Arnie’s Law
Marvelicious Toys is back! Hosts and Marvel collectors Marjorie, Arnie, and Justin are back in the studio and on the road bringing you news and reviews of Marvel Comics action figures and collectibles!
On this week’s show you can hear about upcoming, still unannounced, Hasbro action figures. They’ve been showing up on eBay–listen to find out which characters they are and where you might be able to find them! Plus information on how to find the elusive Thor Heimdall figure at a great bargain!
Also on this week’s show, Marjorie and Arnie went to the latest Toy Man Toy Show in St. Louis. Listen to find out what Marvel bargains were had big and small, plus a report from the Star Clipper sale event.
With a review of a chromed life-sized Thor’s hammer, your voicemails, an update on ThreeA Marvel collectibles, and more, it’s all in this jam-packed issue of Marvelicious Toys!
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Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 394: Size Matters Not, Unless It’s LEGO
This week in New York City LEGO revealed the largest Star Wars LEGO set ever–a life-sized X-Wing! Accompanied by a much more modestly sized Toys R Us Times Square exclusive set, and Yoda mini-figure, this spectacle was all to promote Wednesday’s premiere of The Yoda Chronicles on Cartoon Network. On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast Marjorie and Arnie review some of the exclusive LEGO sets commemorating the premiere.
Also on this week’s show, new pre-orders from Sideshow Collectibles, a run down of new art available from Acme Archives, and a discussion of the first US site to have the 6-inch Black Series Star Wars figures up for preorder. All this and more on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
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Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Episode 393: We’ve Got the Need, The Need for Theed
Star Wars Action News hosts Marjorie and Arnie have reported many times on the Toy Man Toy Show in St. Louis, MO. Sunday, May 19th, was the most recent show and had Star Wars represented from all era, from 12-Back carded vintage figures to the most modern of Hasbro toys. Listen to find out if you should visit St. Louis for the next Toy Man show on July 14th!
Also on this week’s podcast, Brock reviews Dawn of the Jedi–Into the Void, Jerry continues looking back at Return of the Jedi toys from 30 years ago, Johnathan reviews the new Endor AT-AT, and Steve reports from Star Wars Fun Day in the UK!
With details on how to get the Endor AT-AT for 20% off and a bendy Artoo, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
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Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 81: House Party Protocol
Iron Man 3 continues to blow up at the box office as Marvel fans old and new watch the armored Avenger’s latest adventure. On last week’s podcast Marjorie, Arnie, and Justin gave their thoughts on the movie and its toys. This week, it’s a House Party! Justin is joined by Jerry, Jen, Geof, Berent, Jayson, and Chris to give their thoughts on the movie. Listen to find out what they plan on collecting now that they’ve actually seen the film!
Plus listeners give their thoughts on Iron Man 3, all on this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast!
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Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 392: Exclusively Inclusive
For many, the joys and pains of collecting can be summed up in one word–exclusive. A hard-to-obtain, limited piece can be the prize of a collection both as a rarity and as a memory of a trip. But obtaining these exclusives often is difficult for many either involving expensive trips or high premiums on the secondary market. But as the 2013 convention season commences new exclusives are being announced every week. Last week came news of Hasbro’s San Diego Comic-Con exclusive Han in Carbonite and Boba Fett Black Series 6-inch figures. Now on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast Marjorie and Arnie look at exclusives announced for Star Wars Celebration Europe 2. From T-Shirts to posters to pins, the first round of exclusive merchandise offers some collectibles with a vintage style and others with a more modern and German flare. Join their discussion and start your shopping list now!
Also on this week’s show, a run-down on the Toys R Us exclusive Endor AT-AT, a report from the C2E2 Vintage Toy Auction, a review of Super 7’s exclusive Leia Story print, and more!
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Category: Movies & Television
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