LEGO Ideas Reveals their newest Space Set!

Are you ready to orbit the planet?  Well, LEGO is going to make it easy for you to do just that.  They have announced their newest set, International Space Station!  This set looks amazing and a great building piece to put on dispaly or just play with!

It comes from the LEGO Ideas line, which means fans created and developed this exact idea.  I'm a big fan of this program, mostly because it brings us some of the most exciting sets to come from LEGO! 

Check out the press release below.

Mezco's One:12 Collective Brings Us the Best Movie Batman (Finally)

The day is here. The day I have been waiting for since Toy Fair last year. Today, Mezco has announced the pre-order for the One:12 Collective Batman 1989 Edition. I can't tell you how excited I am for this. Keaton is my favorite movie Batman, (Kevin Conroy is the GOAT), and I love how he's really been getting his due these past few years.

Per Mezco:

The One:12 Collective Batman – 1989 Edition features an all-new seamless body designed with an internal skeleton armature that is durable yet highly posable. Included are three cowled head portraits – one with movable eyes, achieving a new level of realism for the One:12 Collective.

Batman is outfitted in his iconic Batsuit from the film which features advanced body armor – strong enough to deflect bullets and break fists. A magnet in his collar allows him to switch between two leather-like capes – one with an integrated posing wire and one that drapes freely. The bat insignia sits front and center as a reminder to those that cross his path.

The dark vigilante comes prepared to protect Gotham City with a vast array of film accessories, as well as some unused designs, including: a gauntlet that attaches to his forearm and rotates open, a speargun that attaches to his utility belt via a magnet, multiple batarangs, and a time bomb.

After witnessing the senseless murder of his parents at the hands of a criminal, Bruce Wayne becomes Batman to rid Gotham City of crime and corruption.

THE ONE:12 COLLECTIVE BATMAN FIGURE FEATURES:

• All-New One:12 Collective body with seamless armor and hidden articulation
• Three (3) head portraits including one with posable eyes
• Hand painted authentic detailing
• Approximately 17cm tall
• Eight (8) interchangeable hands
  • One (1) pair of fists (L&R)
  • One (1) pair of posing hands (L&R)
  • One (1) pair of Batarang holding hands (L&R)
  • One (1) pair of gun holding hands (L&R)

COSTUME:

• Cowled head
• Bat insignia
• Leather-like cape
• Batsuit with body armor
• Wrist gauntlets
• SAP gloves
• Utility belt
• Shin armor
• Tactical boots

ACCESSORIES:

• One (1) speargun with hook
• One (1) speargun with hook and wire
• One (1) collapsed speargun
• One (1) gauntlet
• Four (4) batarangs
• One (1) batarang with posing wire
• One (1) time bomb
• One (1) One:12 Collective display base with logo
• One (1) One:12 Collective adjustable display post

Each One:12 Collective Batman – 1989 Edition figure is packaged in a collector friendly box, designed with collectors in mind. 

The One:12 Collective Batman - 1989 Edition is available for preorder at https://www.mezcotoyz.com/one-12-collective-batman-1989-edition.

I can't wait to get my hands on this. Are you going to pre-order him? 

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Happy One:12 Collective Day!!!

We are big Mezco Toyz fans here and One:12 Collective line is a big part of it.  So, it is great to celebrate it every year on January 12th (1/12...get it?).  The team at Mezco is going all out with a contest for fans!  12 lucky fans will get to win an impossible to find Gomez figure!  It's a beauty, you really need this guy in your collection.

The details are below, and you can enter right now!*  

This January 12th marks our second One:12 Collective Day! So celebrate with us on 1/12/20 for a chance to win some awesome prizes.

12 lucky winners will be chosen at random to win a hard-to-find One:12 Collective Gomez figure.

(IGH Editor's Note: No clue if it will be this Gomez or a different one.  I just love this picture so much!)

In case you don’t already know the drill, here's how to enter:

1. Take a picture of your favorite One:12 Collective figure.

2. Use the hashtag #One12Day and tag us @mezcotoyz on your posts.

3. Share your post on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook to be entered to win. You can enter as many times as you’d like!

Winners will be announced 1/21/20.*

Get posing, get posting!

*Contest is being run by Mezco Toyz.  IGH has no affiliation with this contest.  We just want you guys to have a chance to win.  Good luck!


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My Singing Monsters Babies Series 1 Review

Rounding out the first waves of My Singing Monsters toys, Play Monster Fun! has released MSM Babies, and they are just too cute for words... But I'll try.

The first wave has Baby Toe Jammer, Baby Dnadidoo, Baby Pompom, Baby Furcorn, Baby Maw, Baby Flowah, and Baby Mammott. They're are extremely tiny and can fit easily in your hand. They come with an egg you can also store them in. They don't make music, but they're really great if you want something to remind you of your favorite monster without taking up too much space. 

Who would you like to see in the next wave of My Singing Monsters toys? Which island do you think they should next?

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Mezco Presents Popeye and Bluto Stormy Seas Ahead Deluxe Boxed Set

The epic rivalry between Popeye and Bluto can now be brought to life by you, courtesy of Mezco Toyz.

The One:12 Collective Popeye gets a refresh. From his crisp white sailor slacks, to his navy and white trimmed shirt, Popeye looks shipshape and in bristle fashion! Included are three different head portraits: two classic One:12 Collective Popeye options and an all-new roughed-up portrait. Popeye comes complete with a wide range of iconic sailor accessories and outfitting listed below.

The One:12 Collective Bluto completes the set. Appearing like he has been hanging around the docks and is up to no good, Bluto cuts a choppy wake wearing a collared shirt over a long-sleeve undershirt, work pants, and work boots - all featuring his classic colors.  He is packaged with two head portraits displaying varying levels of brawn and brawl. Bluto is well-equipped with some heavy, real metal gear to give his adversary a run for his money.

  
THE ONE:12 COLLECTIVE POPEYE & BLUTO FIGURES FEATURE:

• Popeye
  • One:12 Collective body with over 28 points of articulation
  • Three (3) head portraits
  • Hand painted authentic detailing
  • Approximately 14cm tall
  • Seven (7) interchangeable hands
    • One (1) pair of fists (L&R)
    • One (1) pair of posing hands (L&R)
    • One (1) holding hand for spinach and compass (L)
    • One (1) holding hand for spy glass (R)
    • One (1) pointing hand (L)
• Bluto
  • One:12 Collective body with over 28 points of articulation
  • Two (2) head portraits
  • Hand painted authentic detailing
  • Approximately 18 cm tall
  • Six (6) interchangeable hands
    • One (1) pair of fists (L&R)
    • One (1) pair of posing hands (L&R)
    • One (1) pair of holding hands (L&R)

 COSTUME:

• Popeye
  • Tailored dress shirt
  • Slacks
  • Work boots
• Bluto
  • Collared shirt
  • Long sleeve undershirt
  • Slacks
  • Belt
  • Work boots

ACCESSORIES:

• Popeye
  • Three (3) hats
    • Captain’s hat
    • Sailor’s hat
    • Longshoreman’s hat
  • Three (3) corncob pipes (fit into mouth of all heads)
  • Three (3) corncob pipes with smoke (fit into mouth of all heads)
  • Two (2) spinach cans
    • Open can
    • Closed can
  • One (1) Compass (Lid opens & closes)
  • One (1) Spy glass (collapsible)
  • One (1) set of rain gear (hat & coat removable)
  • One (1) pea coat (removable)
  • One (1) duffle bag
  • One (1) One:12 Collective display base with logo
  • One (1) One:12 Collective adjustable display post
• Bluto
  • One (1) fisherman’s cap (fits on both heads)
  • One (1) real metal wrench
  • One (1) real metal kettlebell
  • One (1) gaff hook
  • One (1) One:12 Collective display bases with logo
  • One (1) One:12 Collective adjustable display posts

Each One:12 Collective Popeye & Bluto – Deluxe Box Set is packaged in a collector friendly box, designed with collectors in mind.

The One:12 Collective Popeye & Bluto: Stormy Seas Ahead Deluxe Box Set is available for preorder at https://www.mezcotoyz.com/one-12-collective-popeye-and-bluto-stormy-seas-ahead.

Grab some spinach and help Popeye kick Bluto's butt! Then ride off into the sunset with Olive Oyl (not included) This is a great set for collectors who love to do figure photography. The potential poses seem endless. And I don't know about you, but I love the idea of having the corncob pipes. That just amuses me. 

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My Singing Monster Halloween Spooktacle

We're back with more My Singing Monsters. Play Monster Fun! is giving us a couple of specialty monsters. For those who don't use the app, My Singing Monsters offers different skins for the holidays as well epic and rare versions of the monsters. They make the same sounds, but the changes in look add great variety to the islands, and makes breeding more of a challenge. If you couldn't tell from the title, this time, we're getting Halloween Furcorn and Mammott. Halloween is my favorite holiday, so these made me very excited.

What do you think of these, and who do you think Play Monster Fun! should make next? Which holiday should they tackle?

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My Singing Monsters Series 1 Toy Review - Plant Island

I can't begin to tell you all how excited I am for this review. For the uninitiated, My Singing Monsters started as a mobile app. You hatch eggs, and the monsters that come out each sing a melody. The more monsters you have, the fuller the song is. There are several different islands that play different songs. It's a lot of fun, and allows for a lot fun.

LEGO IDEAS goes green with new Treehouse set!

LEGO announced their latest LEGO IDEAS set today with this awesome looking treehouse!

Mezco Presents Toy Fair '19

Mezco has done it again! This year's showing at Toy Fair was incredibly strong. They have a ton of great things coming out, particularly in the One:12 Collective line. Personally, I'm a little in love with that Captain Marvel, but OMG! They're doing a Keaton Batman! I can't wait! Yes, I'm being extremely emphatic, but that's because I'm really excited about what's coming out. Take a look for yourself.

Other standouts for me are Scooby Doo, The Warriors, and The Living Dead Shining Dolls. How creepy and great does that Jack Torrance look? The twins look eerie, but they can also be written off as old fashioned style dolls. That Jack Torrance will mess you up, and it's all because of the eyebrows. A perfect example of why details matter. What Mezco reveals are you most excited for?


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1000toys 1/12-Scale Test Body Action Figures Drop Online Jan 15th

If you're not familiar with Tenacious Toys, now is a great time to get acquainted. They're a "NYC-based online designer toy shop specializing in vinyl art toys, imported action figures, handmade resin collectibles and one-off custom toys," and their stuff is fantastic. Tenacious Toys has some of the most unique items I've ever come across. 1000toys 1/12-Scale Test Body action figures are a perfect example, and you can get a piece of the action on January 15th. 

Per the Press Release:

"Tenacious Toys has announced a long-awaited online drop of the fantastic and highly coveted 1/12-scale Test Body action figures by 1000toys & Sen-ti-nel Co Ltd.Rarely available at conventions and almost never available for purchase online, this super detailed, highly articulated 6-inch action figure is sought after by collectors worldwide.Tenacious Toys will have just under 100 units to sell at USD$80 each, with a strict limit of one per customer.Test Body figures will be available at 9AM sharp (EST) on January 15th on the 1000toys page at TenaciousToys.com"

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Mezco Toyz brings Popeye to the One:12 Collective!

That's right, Olive Oil has been drooling since she saw him and now so will you.  This isn't your childhood cartoon Popeye, but the gritty sailor come to life!  Just wait until you see how amazing this guy looks.    

The One:12 Collective Popeye – Deluxe Sailor Edition features Popeye sporting Navy whites, just as he did in the animated shorts between 1940 and 1960. Packaged neatly in a deluxe tin shaped like a spinach can, Popeye comes complete with two head portraits and a wide range of accessories including: a removable pea coat, a duffle bag with functional drawstring, a collapsible spy glass, a compass with hinged lid, two spinach cans, three different hats, and two styles of corncob pipes.

Toy Review: “Mythic Legions: Advent of Decay” Jjuno the Crusher

It's time for the latest toy review from Matthew and me. This time it's Jjuno the Crusher from Mythic Legions: Advent of Decay line by the Four Horsemen.

Just look at that hair and face and exceptionally large weapon she's holding. She's pretty badass. 

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Big Hasbro Marvel Announcement from Lucca!

Yesterday, we shared some Star Wars news that Hasbro announced at Lucca Comics & Games.  But you should know that they aren't done yet!  Next up, they are showing off two new additions to the Marvel Legends line!  

TTPM Holiday Showcase 2018

I recently had the opportunity to go to the TTPM Holiday Showcase. It's a great event, where you get a sneak peek at some of the great toys that will be available for the holiday season (that includes October). Here are a few of the standouts.

Hairdorables from Just Play, LLC



This is a mind boggling collection. These insanely cute figures come in a blind box. On the one hand, this is a dream come true for a blind box nerd like me. On the other, my wallet is weeping. As you can see, there are so many to collect, with different degrees of rarity. They all have their own personalities and looks. If  was younger, I'd be doing all my chores and more to try and earn money to get all of these.

Take Along Haunted House from Playmobil



Playmobil has really upped their game over the years. Their stuff has always been fun, but now they're appealing to older collectors with their Ghostbusters and How to Train Your Dragon collections. And then you have something like this. It's not associated with a franchise, but it's something you want to play with. For more details about this, check out the review I did with Matt from NerdNewsToday.

Hasbro Reveals at FAN EXPO!

FAN EXPO Canada is happening right now, and if you are like me, you aren't there.  But Hasbro has just released their Fan Expo announcement about new Marvel and Star Wars figures! 

Check out the newest announcements for Marvel Legends, Star Wars: The Black Series, and Star Wars The Vintage Collection.

Unboxed: Lego "Ninjago" Movie Mini-Figures

I think I've spoken about this before, but I have a serious minifig addiction. If I could, I'd have an army of minifigs lined up all around my home. Luckily, I don't have enough space (or money) to do that, but whenever I get the chance, I have a tendency to buy as many blind bags as I can.

Ninjago is a little weird for me. I don't really know the franchise. I've only watched a little of the show, and I've seen most of the movie. I was going to initially pass up on these blind bags, but then I saw what was included in this wave, and I was done.

I grabbed Matt from Nerd News Today, and the rest is history. Here's what happened.

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Toy Review: Captain Phasma & Finn LEGO Brickheadz

As a palate cleanser from the Rick and Morty debacle, Matthew from NerdNewsToday and I decided to have some fun and put together a couple of LEGO Brickheadz. Captain Phasma and Finn are part of the Star Wars collection of Brickheadz. Rey and Kylo Ren complete the set of four.

We filmed this immediately after completing the Rick and Morty set, and to be completely honest, I was still a bit wrecked from that, but I love these Brickheadz. I find them weirdly therapeutic, and because of that, my collection keeps growing. Check out the video and see what I'm talking about.

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Toy Review: McFarlane Toys Rick & Morty "Spaceship & Garage" Construction Set

Matthew from NerdNewsToday and I are back with the grand finale of our Rick and Morty construction sets by McFarlane Toys adventure. Adventure is I think the best way to describe it, because there have been many ups and downs regarding this series.

And then we get to this. The largest set of the line, the Spaceship and Garage. 293 pieces. As you can probably tell from the thumbnail, a little stress might have been involved. Due to the nature of the set instructions, it's really hard for two people to try and work on this set at the same time, so Matthew let me handle the construction. Emotions were involved. Lots of emotions. So, buckle up, strap in, and watch as I descend slowly into madness as I attempt to put this set together.

If you want to know what happened after the cameras turned off, sound off in the comments and I'll reveal the rest. I hope you enjoyed my pain. 

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Toy Review: Playmobil "Ghostbusters 2" Peter Venkman Figure

As you know, Playmobil launched a Ghostbusters line of playsets, which Matthew from NerdNewsToday and I reviewed. You can find those here, here, here, here, here, and here. Well, Playmobil is back with more. This time, it's Ghostbusters 2, and we are reviewing Peter Venkman.

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Unboxed: Japanese Blind Bag Random Figure Review Rumble 1

I don't know Japanese toys at all. Kotobukiya is probably the brand I know best. I like Japanese toys when I see them, but I just don't spend time with them. Which is precisely why Matthew from NerdNewsToday put together a Japanese version of the Blind Bag Random Figure Review Rumble 1. Yeesh! Talk about a mouthful. If you have any suggestions as to a new name, sound off in the comments. Otherwise, enjoy!

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