Unboxed: "Doctor Who: Gallifrey Collection" 10th Doctor Titans Vinyl

This week, Matthew at NerdNewsToday and I are bringing you another Titans Vinyl Doctor Who collection unboxing. This time, it's the Gallifrey Collection. I think that's a good hint as to the kind of figures we expected to find in this set. But did we complete the set? And did I continue to trip over my tongue or has that improved? You have to watch to find out.

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Unboxed: "Doctor Who" 10th Doctor Collection Titans Vinyl

I told you we'd be back with more Titans. 

This time, Matthew from NerdNewsToday and I are taking a look at The Doctor Who 10th Doctor Collection.I'm always excited when we unbox Titans, but as a Whovian, the Doctor Who lines are always a little extra special to me. Grab your sonic screwdriver and watch on!

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Toy Review: Playmates Ben 10 "XLR8" Action Figure

I need to be honest with you. I wanted to review this Ben 10 action figure from Playmates strictly because of its accessories. I wanted the cones. Matthew at NerdNewsToday and I do more thoroughly review the XLR8 figure, but for me, it was really all about the racing accessories. Watch on!

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K'Nex Super Mario World Blind Bag Figures Series 10 - Unboxed

Matthew from NerdNewsToday and I are once again taking a look at K'Nex' Super Mario World blind bag figures. This time, it's Series 10. Here we go!

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Toy Review: Playmates Ben 10 "Cannonbolt" Action Figure

This time around Matthew from NerdNewsToday and I are diving  into the world of Ben 10.

If you're not that familiar with Ben 10, it's the story of a 10 year old boy, Ben Tennyson (see what they did there?), who discovers a magical device that allows him to turn into ten different types of aliens. With the help of his family, he fights evil as those aliens.

Currently playing on the Cartoon Network, Ben 10 has been around for over a decade. This is the most recent version. Brought to us by Playmates, today, Matthew and I are going to take a look at Cannonbolt.

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Toy Review: WWE Authentic Scale Ring (RAW Edition)

The latest video collaboration between me and Matthew at NerdNewsToday is one I went into with much trepidation. It's the WWE Authentic Scale Ring (RAW Edition). Why was this a little more stress inducing than usual for me? Because even though I like pro wrestling, I've been very hesitant to dive into the world of the WWE toys. I feel like once I start that path, I might not stop. And having a ring to play with? Oooooh, that's just begging to be filled with figures. But I did it and had fun putting it together. Check it out.

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Funko X-Men Mystery Minis Blind Box Unboxing and Review

Happy 4th of July! It seems weirdly fitting that today's video review is of a lovable group of outsiders who just want to be able to live their lives in peace and without being horribly regulated and restricted. That's right, Matthew at NerdNewsToday and I are reviewing America!

Ok, if you've read the title (I'm assuming you have), you know that a lie. We're reviewing the Funko X-Men Mystery Minis. The X-Men are my team. They're the ones I related to the most and were my gateway into comics. These Mystery Minis are near and dear to me. Of course, this means I'm about to be subjected to some kind of roller coaster of a ride while looking at these. Was this a good ride filled with happiness or one that left me bitterly disappointed? Keep going to find out.

QMX Has Wonder Woman Riding Into My Heart!

Ok QMx, you've done it.  Now I'm desperate for this SDCC debut to happen in a place that I'm going to be!  I downright love the work on this piece.  

In case you don't know, Q-Fig's are Quantum Mechanix's answer to Funko Pops, and they suit me just fine.  I've got a number of Q-Figs on my shelf because the detail put into each piece is phenomenal, with a price point that doesn't kill my wallet.  So Wonder Woman will soon be riding right onto my shelf!

For more details, check out the press release below:

LOS ANGELES — June 28, 2017 — Soon to be storming onto store shelves and into collectors’ hearts is Quantum Mechanix’s magnificent DC Wonder Woman Q-Fig Max collectible figure created in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Entertainment. Based on the iconic DC Super Hero from this summer’s blockbuster action adventure Wonder Woman, from Warner Bros. Pictures, Tencent Pictures and Wanda Pictures, this super-sized Q-Fig will make its official sales debut at Comic-Con International: San Diego 2017. The DC Wonder Woman Q-Fig Max from Quantum Mechanix (QMx) is a fierce and fun incarnation of the powerful Amazonian warrior whose mission is to fight injustice and restore peace. Steely eyed and fully armed, this Wonder Woman rides her ebony steed clad in her trademark red-and-blue gear, and sporting her bullet-deflecting gauntlets and gleaming headband. Wielding a sword and golden Lasso of Hestia, she is ready for any battle that lies ahead. Wonder Woman’s trusty horse features a saddle, stirrups, bridle and flexible reins. The Wonder Woman Q-Fig Max figure measures 5 inches tall, features metallic paint and hand detailing, and is priced at $29.95. The figure will ship starting in late July, ahead of many additional DC-branded products QMx will be releasing in 2017. The eagerly awaited collectible figure can be seen on the Quantum Mechanix Inc. (QMx) website at https://www.qmxonline.com/products/wonder-woman-q-fig-max. 

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Toy Review: Playmobil Ghostbusters Firehouse Review

And now, for the pièce de résistance of our Playmobil Ghostbusters line reviews, Matthew at NerdNewsToday and I bring you the Ghostbusters Firehouse. This was an experience. I don't know about you, but while Slimer was my favorite to review, this was what I was really waiting for. I love the Firehouse and all its inner workings. Lego came out with their version, and I'd love to get it, but I can't due to the cost. The Playmobil Firehouse, on the other hand, is much more affordable, as well as the rest of the line. You will not destroy your wallet investing in these. Anyway, on to the grand finale!

As always, if you have any thoughts or suggestions, please comment below. Until next time!

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Toy Review: Playmobil ECTO-1 "Ghostbusters" Set

As we're winding down on the Playmobil Ghostbusters line reviews, Matthew from NerdNewsToday and I get to the finest in ghostbusting travel, the Ecto-1.

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Toy Review: Playmobil Slimer Ghostbusters Playset

We are finally up to the playset I was most excited to review, featuring the ghostest with the mostest, the gooeier, most hungry, most fun spectral being - SLIMER! Now you might think it was the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man that was my favorite, but I love me some Slimer, and Matthew over at Nerd News Today definitely had to pry him out on my hands. Apparently I enjoy boogery looking ghosts. Who knew? But how's the set stack up? Find out below.

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Toy Review: Playmobil Peter Venkman & Dana Barrett Ghostbusters Playset

For our third Playmobil Ghostbusters review, Matthew from NerdNewsToday and I took a look at those two crazy kids, Peter Venkman and Dana Barrett. Not only does this set come with the lovely couple, but it also comes with the two terror dogs! it's great for if you want to have the two figures go out on a romantic date with their pets. Ok, maybe not, but it's still fun. Check out our review.

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Toy Review: Playmobil Egon Spengler Ghostbusters Playset

Next up on the Playmobil Ghostbusters playset reviews, Matthew from NerdNewsToday and I took a look at the Egon Spengler set. Egon comes with dapper looking ghosty to hunt and trap. Take a look.

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Toy Review: Playmobil Staypuft Marshmallow Man Ghostbusters Playset

Oh my goodness! I cannot tell you how excited I am about this! Playmobil released a line of toys dedicated to the Ghostbusters franchise, and if you're a fan, you are going to want to take a look. 

Matthew from NerdNewsToday and I got our hands on the entire line, and we went to town! 

But is the line worth getting? Watch on!

Ghostbusters 2 Titans Vinyl blind box figures - FULL BOX Unboxed

There's something strange in the neighborhood. Who you gonna call? Me and Matthew from NerdNewsToday, so we can unbox and review them! 

In honor of Ghostbusters Day, Matthew and I are unboxing the Ghostbusters 2 Vinyl Figures from Titans! This box was a very exciting one for both of us, but don't let the thumbnail fool you. Matthew's the one who can barely contain himself. Not that I can blame him. This is fun box. If you're a fan, you'll want to see this.

Review: Star Trek FunEdibles Series 1

I'm still a fairly new Trekkie, so I've been trying to play catch up. I've also been getting my hands on as much Star Trek merch as I can. Enter FunEdibles from USAopoly. I saw these at Star Trek Mission last year and knew I would eventually own them. Once I did, I grabbed Matthew from NerdNewsToday, and demanded we review them. Seriously. I was most adamant about it. It was great. 

K'Nex Plants VS Zombies: Garden Warfare Mystery Figures Series 4 Unboxed

Plants vs. Zombies is one of those games I wish I spent more time with, but I get a little overzealous with games, so I try not to play too many of them. At least not the ones I know I can get obsessive over. PvZ is one of those games. I also really like the comics. They amuse me, so when Matthew at NerdNewsToday wanted to review the Plants VS Zombies: Garden Warfare Mystery Figures Series 4 from K'Nex, I was all in. Watch and enjoy the silly faces I make as we review them.

K'Nex Super Mario Mystery Figures Series 9 Unboxed

Matthew from NerdNewsToday and I are back with more blind bag fun! This time, it's the Super Mario Blind Bags from K'Nex. I've been a little behind on all things K'Nex. I hadn't realized they were making blind bags. This is Series 9. Where was I for the other 8? Watch and see.

Titans Vinyl Buffy the Vampire Slayer Unboxed

This time, Matthew from NerdNewsToday and I took a look at the Titans Vinyl Buffy the Vampire Slayer set. This was the set I was most excited about for our first round of Titans reviews (yes, there will be more, we love Titans). I don't want to give to much away, but this box gave me a bunch of feelings.

Titans Vinyl Doctor Who: The Fantastic Collection Unboxed

This time, Matthew at NerdNewsToday and I are getting a little time-whimey with Doctor Who: The Fantastic Collection from Titans. We were able to unbox a full box, but did we complete the collection? You have to watch to find out. 

  

This is the start of a a beautiful and wacky unboxing adventure. Join us. We have pie. 

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My Little Pony Rarity Fashion Runway Review

So, I've decided to try something a little different and jump into the world of unboxing videos. I teamed up with Matthew over at NerdNewsToday (because he knows how to do these things), and we dived in.

First up, we got our hands on the My Little Pony Rarity Fashion Runway from Hasbro. Check it out. Let me know what you think (be kind, I'm learning). If you have any suggestions, sound off in the comments.

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Captain Picard Master Series 1:6-Scale Articulated Figure Pre-Ordering to be Released

 

"At noon PDT, Quantum Mechanix Inc. (QMx) will release for pre-ordering the much-anticipated Captain Jean-Luc Picard Master Series 1:6-scale articulated figure. The figure is expected to ship in May.

Our Captain Picard figure has more than 30 points of articulation, allowing him to be displayed in a number of dynamic poses. He features an authentically styled Star Trek: The Next Generation uniform with simulated leather boots and detailed 24th century accessories, including a phaser, communicator badge, tricorder, Personal Access Display Device (PADD) and the Captain’s Earl Grey tea cup. He also comes with multiple hands for a variety of poses and gestures.

 Picard will be priced at $179.95. An exclusive version of the figure will only be available directly from qmxonline.com and select international distributors. This version will feature an additional phaser rifle and an extra set of hands for holding it. The exclusive edition Picard figure will be priced at $199.95.

The Captain Jean-Luc Picard Master Series 1:6-scale articulated figure is one of many Star Trek products QMx will be releasing in 2017 that celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Star Trek®: The Next Generation."

You know you want your very own Jean-Luc Picard. 

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Review: Kill Shakespeare Past Is Prologue: Juliet #1

By Reboot

"And if a gentleman showed himself, I'd be happy to take his arm."

Conor McCreery is at it again with trying to kill Shakespeare! That's right, IDW's Kill Shakespeare created by Conor McCreery and Anthony Del Col is back in a fifth installment for the prequel, Past Is Prologue: Juliet. This time Conor McCreery is flying solo as writer with artist Corin Howell, colorist Shari Chankhamma, and letterer Chris Mowry.

So how does issue #1 of this new installment stack up? I was just getting to that.  But before I do let me give you the premise, especially for those unfamiliar with Kill Shakespeare as this is also a good starting point for the series.

Kill Shakespeare is a world where Shakespeare's creations, heroes and villains alike, are all real and he's looked up to as a powerful background figure like the Wizard of Oz. Earlier installments have shown off many of the different characters interacting including Juliet, but we never quite got her full backstory.

As many of you are hopefully aware, Juliet from Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet dies at the end of the play. In Kill Shakespeare: Juliet #1, it's immediately revealed that she had survived the poisoning. Sad and Resentful, Juliet wants to escape from her family to end her life and be with Romeo, but plans don't always work out the way we originally envision them, especially of you're created by William Shakespeare.

Conor McCreery weaves a story here that is dealing with a few less characters than previous installments. It's also a bit of a slow burn. Previous installments have started with a bang and slowed down after, or start with a mystery to keep you turning the pages. Conor's approach here is to take it slow, lay down the groundwork and build on it all the way to the end. It's different from some of what I've seen before in Kill Shakespeare, but it works here.

Corin Howell debuts as the new Kill Shakespeare artist and it's a fantastic debut. I'm not sure how much of it is Conor's scripts or how Corin lays out the pages, but they're mostly very dense with the overwhelming majority of pages being a minimum of five panels. You really feel like you're getting a lot of story in this comic. These layouts are honestly incredible. Most of the pages do an excellent job of bringing your eyes from top center down to bottom center in a way I don't often see done. The last page is the best example of this, and is honestly the best page in the whole comic.

Shari Chankhamma had previously colored Kill Shakespeare which really helped give the book the feel of previous volumes. Shari does an excellent job through the book, but in particular for me the second to last scene where Juliet meets The Player is gorgeously colored and shaded, and the last page is colored perfectly. Really, that page is so incredibly executed.

While Kill Shakespeare: Juliet #1 is somewhat of a departure from the formula we've seen in the previous four volumes, it's an excellent, well paced march to tragedy that is nearly impossible to pull off in a prequel. It's also a great introduction to the series, so please, if you haven't read any of the series yet and want to jump in, this is the way to do it.

Kill Shakespeare Past is Prologue: Juliet #1 hits the shelves on Wednesday, April 5th.


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QMx to Release Batman: Born of Blood Master Series Art Print

Just in time for the first appearance of Batman, the team over at Quantum Mechanix, Inc. is set to release a beautiful new print as a part of their Master Series program.

Per the press release: 

"Commemorating the day the caped crusader first appeared on comic book stands (March 30, 1939), Quantum Mechanix Inc. (QMx) is announcing the first release of its Master Series fine art program with the Batman: Born of Blood art print, created by pop culture illustrator Doaly. Capturing the turmoil of the Dark Knight’s tragic origins, the limited-edition lithograph is printed on heavy, museum-grade metallic paper stock and embellished with an embossed QMx logo for authenticity and added exclusivity.

 The Batman: Born of Blood art print measures 24” x 36” and is limited to a hand-numbered edition of 500. Priced at $49.95, it will be available directly from qmxonline.com and select retailers. On sale Tuesday, April 11th at 12pm PT, rolled copies will ship during the first half of May in sturdy, acid-free tubes." 

It looks like QMx is off to a strong start. I can't wait to see what print they do next.

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Celebrating 20 Years of Buffy: Buffy's Impact of Mental Illness

It's Buffy's 20th Anniversary and you're going to see tons of memories and reflections about the cast/crew and Buffy's impact on society and how amazing she is. Instead of repeating what many will discuss, I want to take a few moments to reflect on Buffy’s impact on me.

Like most people, high school was a strange time for me. Aside from the hormones and figuring out who I am as a person and navigating relationships and friends and all that fun stuff, I was also struggling with severe depression and anxiety. My mental illnesses caused me to miss a lot of opportunities and time. I honestly don’t remember large chunks of that period, but one thing I do remember is Buffy. 

Review: Grass Kings #1

By Reboot

“Welcome to the Grass Kingdom. Where fools like you come to get their asses kicked.”

Reboot here again. Back so soon, I know. I’m a pretty big Matt Kindt fan though, so when I heard that he was writing a new comic, Grass Kings, at BOOM! Studios with Tyler Jenkins illustrating and Jim Campbell lettering, I wanted to review the first issue of this six part miniseries. Lucky for me [insertgeekhere] got a review copy. Get ready for some reviewing!

Review: Lumberjanes/Gotham Academy Trade!

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Courtesy of BOOM! Studios

Hey everyone! Reboot here again. It's been a little while since I reviewed a trade paperback collection and what better way to jump back into that than with the big Lumberjanes/Gotham Academy cross-over from BOOM! Studios with DC Comics collecting issues #1 - 6!

Before I jump into it, there are quite a lot of names that should be mentioned so let's start with that. This limited series now collected in a trade paperback was written by Chynna Clugston Flores, penciled by Rosemary Valero-O'Connell, Kelly Matthews and Nicole Matthews, inked by Maddi Gonzalez and Jenna Ayoub, colored by Whitney Cogar, and lettered by Warren Montgomery.Lumberjanes was created by Shannon Watters, Grace Ellis, Noelle Stevenson, and Brooke Allen.Gotham Academy was created by Becky Cloonan, Brenden Fletcher, and Karl Kerschl. While other people were also involved in bringing this book to life, this is the bare minimum number list of names of those who should be acknowledged before I continue. 

Toy Fair 2017: Playmates Ben 10 Deluxe Omnitrix Demo

Toy Fair was an amazing time and while there we got a look at some of the awesome toys at the Playmates booth!  

The best thing we saw there is a demo of the BEN 10 Deluxe Omintrix coming out this year!  I was lucky enough to get this on video so you can see how much you want it right now!  

Toy Fair 2017: Mattel IMAGINEXT Booth Tour

Normally at Toy Fair, we spend our time checking out collectibles and art toys.  However, we know that the younger generation deserves geeky toys too!  

Check out this great booth tour at the IMAGINEXT station from Mattel!  In case you haven't heard of the IMAGINEXT line, they create fun toys for ages 3-8.  And with Batman and Power Rangers, how can you go wrong?

Watch now!

Toy Fair 2017: LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean Reveal

While at Toy Fair this year, I was able to get the first look at the new LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean set!  

It was exciting to be there at the official reveal.  I was so excited in fact, that I filmed the experience!  Check it out after the break!

Destiny Teams Up with McFarlane!

Tempe, Ariz., - February 15, 2017– In a collaboration of legendary proportions, McFarlane Toys is proud to announce that it is once again partnering with Bungie – this time to create Guardian action figures for Destiny, scheduled for release this summer.

Developed by Bungie and published by Activision, Destiny is a first-person action shooter that features cinematics storytelling alongside cooperative and competitive gameplay. Players create a unique character and become legend through completing a series of shared activities in a social world. Destiny has entertained a legion of engaged players across more than 30 million unique accounts since its initial release in September 2014.

Best known for attention to detail and immense creativity, McFarlane Toys has produced action figures and construction sets for some of the biggest properties in the entertainment industry for over 20 years. This upcoming partnership with the creators of Destiny will not only continue that tradition but expand on it. Fans of the emerging action franchise can look forward to a new selection of game-accurate action figures, 10-inch figures, and role play items.

McFarlane Toys' initial wave of Destiny toys will include fully articulated figures that depict Guardian Classes, including the Titan, Hunter, and Warlock. These figures will debut in new window box collector packaging and will come with a Destiny branded detailed base.

"Detail, depth, and customization, that's what Destiny gives its players, and that's what made it the biggest new video game franchise launch," said Todd McFarlane, Owner and CEO of McFarlane Toys. "With our upcoming Destiny line, fans can expect that same amount of detail and customization that we have built our own reputation on."

McFarlane Toys' Destiny figures will be available at major retailers this July carrying an MSRP: $19.99. For more information about Destiny visit www.destinythegame.com.  The community can interact directly with the developer at www.bungie.net. For more information about everything McFarlane Toys, fans are encouraged to check out www.mcfarlane.com as well as the McFarlane social media channels for updates and news.
 
ABOUT MCFARLANE TOYS
Grammy-and Emmy-winning producer/director Todd McFarlane, creator of Spawn, is the creative force behind McFarlane Toys, one of America's top action figure manufacturers. McFarlane Toys has become an industry leader, redefining the standards within the action figure market. For complete information on this pop-culture powerhouse, visit http://www.mcfarlane.com; http://www.facebook.com/mcfarlanetoys; http://www.twitter.com/Todd_McFarlane and http://www.instagram.com/mcfarlane_toys_official.

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Yes Really, Here is BOOM! Studios Newest Music Video!

That's right, in celebration of the upcoming original series GRASS KINGS by Matt Kindt (Mind MGMT) and Tyler Jenkins (Peter Panzerfaust), BOOM! Studios released the music video “Kingdom of Grass.”   

This is an original song and video by Godkin, the band that has Tyler Jenkins on vocals and guitar.  They loved making this music video so much that Godkin is now working on an entire album of songs that exist alongside the Grass Kings world.  

Check out the music video after the break.

First Look at Marvel's Infinity War!!!

That's right, earlier this evening Marvel Studios posted a short film about the start of Infinity War Part 1.  They went into production about two weeks ago, and already we are getting a small taste.  

Check out the video below and let us know if you are excited too!

Get Your Hands on a Tiny Groot!

Nope, this isn't a joke! You can get your hands on that tiny but powerful tree thanks to Entertainment Earth. That's right, next up in their line of Pin Mates is the weirdest collection of heroes anywhere, Guardians of the Galaxy! The whole team jumps off the movie screen and can easily hang out in your home.  But really, it's all about Groot.  Best part is that all the Pin Mates are completely wooden, so this Groot is actually a tree.  Well, sorta.  

Check out the press release details after the break.

The Official Iron Fist Trailer is Here!

It's here! And OMG! 

I haven't really been paying much attention to what's been going on with Iron Fist, because I don't know the character very well. I just knew I was going to watch it because of how strong Daredevil, Jessica Jones, and Luke Cage have been. I was wrong. I should have been paying more attention. I need to know more. March 17th can't get here soon enough. 

Take a look and tell us what you think.

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Kidrobot and Andy Warhol Team Up for a New Limited Edition Collection

Leave it to Kidrobot to create something I didn't even know I wanted. When I think Kidrobot, I don't think Andy Warhol, but seeing the collection, it fits.


From the press release: 

Kidrobot and Andy Warhol Debut Limited Edition Warhol Campbell’s Soup Can Series New Blind Box Soup Can Mini Series Featuring Iconic Warhol Pieces Now Available Boulder, Colo. — Feb. 3, 2016 — Kidrobot, the world’s premiere designer and online retailer of limited edition art toys and apparel, today announced the release of a limited edition Andy Warhol Campbell’s Soup Can Mini Series featuring iconic Warhol art pieces now available in stores worldwide and on Kidrobot.com.

NECA Announces Jason - The Definitive Collector's Version

NECA is once again proving they are masters of detail with their new definitive collector's version of Jason. If you're a fan, you're going to love this. Photos below.