NAME: Grimlock ALLEGIANCE: Autobot ALTERNATE MODE: T-Rex CLASS: Voyager SERIES: M4: #002 CO-SELLS: Optimus Prime (Evasion Mode) GRIMLOCK is the ultimate wildcard. The DINOBOT leader has the power to decide the fate of Earth almost singlehandedley. His ferocious strength makes him a devasating force in battle. If that strength can be focused and harnessed for good, it could be enough to turn the tide. If not, it could be what seals Earth’s doom. Fans have been calling for his inclusion ever since the first movie was announced. “We want Grimlock!” they shouted, loudly and repeatedly. Supposedly those same fans were told that
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Toy Review: “Transformers: Age of Extinction” Dinobot Slug
NAME: Dinobot Slug ALLEGIANCE: Autobot ALTERNATE MODE: Triceratops CLASS: Deluxe SERIES: M4: #003 CO-SELLS: Bumblebee, Crosshairs, Scorn This fiery warrior hates taking orders, unless it means he gets to destroy something. He’ll level anything in his path with a fit of white-hot dino rage. Ah, poor Slag — got caught in the vortex of Trademark Loss. But since this isn’t the Generation 1 character, having a new name isn’t such a bad thing. (Never mind the fact we’re getting a G1-decoed minicon Slug at some point….) The Dinobots in the new film are unlike the Dinobots of old. No longer
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NAME: Autobot Drift ALLEGIANCE: Autobot ALTERNATE MODE: Bugatti Veyron Grand Vitesse CLASS: Deluxe SERIES: M4: #006 CO-SELLS: Strafe, Dinobot Slash AUTOBOT DRIFT used to fight for the DECEPTICONS. Now, he wields his swords against them, alongside the heroic AUTOBOTS! When I first saw Drift at Toy Fair 2014, I was unimpressed. Part of it was my lack of affinity for the Generation 1 new character that was introduced a few years ago. Part of it was his goofy head design. After getting the toy and playing around with it for a while, I admit it – my opinion’s changed. This
Continue readingFunko Reveals Series 6 of Star Wars Pop!
In honor of “Star Wars Day”, Funko has sent over pictures of Series 6 of their “Star Wars” Pop! Line! Featuring a huge (relatively speaking) Wampa pop vinyl figure that stands at 6″ tall , this line will also bring you bobble heads of Luke Skywalker in Hoth Gear, Bossk, Emperor Palpatine, Hammerhead, and a Biker Scout. Yes, that Wampa is as awesome as you think it is. You have to wait until June to get these, though.
Continue reading20TH CENTURY FOX AND DARK HORSE ANNOUNCE PROJECT BASED ON THE UPCOMING FILM “THE BOOK OF LIFE”!
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX CONSUMER PRODUCTS AND DARK HORSE ANNOUNCE A NEW PROJECT BASED ON THE UPCOMING FILM THE BOOK OF LIFE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MILWAUKIE, OR – Dark Horse, a premier publisher of creator-owned and licensed content, today announces a partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products: an upcoming project based on this year’s highly anticipated film from Fox Animation Studios, The Book of Life. In September 2014, Dark Horse will release The Art of The Book of Life, a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film. The Art of The Book of Life is an inspirational behind-the-scenes look at the making of the animated feature
Continue readingFunko Unveils “Guardians of the Galaxy” Pop! Vinyl Figures and Wacky Wobblers
I admit it; I know next to nothing about the Guardians of the Galaxy, other than the fact that they’ve got a gun-toting raccoon who has anger issues. (That pretty much seals the deal for me, actually.) Thankfully, Funko is here to help me and those like me get to know the characters better. They’re releasing new vinyl figures in their Pop! Marvel line as well as Wacky Wobblers, all of which will be available by the time their movie hits theaters on August 1st. Because we’ve got a lot of pictures, I’m putting them all after the jump.
Continue readingConfirmed! Star Wars Episode VII to Start Filming May 2014
[Update: I typed 2015 when I meant 2014. Sorry, I’m stupid today.] If it’s on StarWars.com, that means it’s legitimate news and worthy of posting. Star Wars Episode VII starts filming in London in May 2014. Pinewood Studios will once again be transformed into that galaxy far, far away as J. J. Abrams starts directing the highly anticipated sequel. Also, we learn that the story takes place 30 years after Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, features three new lead characters and familiar faces. I’m betting those faces are Willrow Hood and that Stormtrooper who hit his head on that door.
Continue readingThese Are the Funko Muppets That Will Be Most Wanted
See what I did there? Funko sent over some pics of upcoming Pop! Vinyl Muppets in conjunction with the upcoming movie Muppets Most Wanted. Featuring Kermit, Miss Piggy and Animal, this new set also makes available for the first time figures of the Swedish Chef and Sam the Eagle. I love Muppets, I love Funko. This is like peanut butter and chocolate. Great stuff.
Continue readingThe First Official Trailer for “Transformers: Age of Extinction” Is Here!
After being teased at the Super Bowl, and two new posters released this week, it’s finally here – the first official trailer for Transformers: Age of Extinction! [youtube id=”ubGpDoyJvmI” mode=”normal” align=”center”] Spoilers after the jump.
Continue readingFillion, Shatner, Campbell, Glau Headline Celebrities At Wizard World St. Louis Comic Con, April 4-6
Nathan Fillion, William Shatner, Bruce Campbell, Summer Glau Headline Celebrity Guests At Wizard World St. Louis Comic Con, April 4-6 Adam West, Burt Ward, Ralph Macchio, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, Sean Astin, Michael Rosenbaum, Eliza Dushku, Top Comics Creators Also Among Stars At Pop Culture Festival At America’s Center ST. LOUIS, February 19, 2014 – Nathan Fillion (“Castle,” “Firefly”), William Shatner (“Star Trek,” “T.J. Hooker”), Bruce Campbell (“Burn Notice,” Evil Dead) and Summer Glau (“Firefly,” “Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles”) are among the popular celebrities scheduled to attend Wizard World St. Louis Comic Con, April 4-6 at America’s Center. The standout lineup will also include Daryl “DMC” McDaniels (“Run-D.M.C.”), Sean Astin (The Lord of the Rings, Rudy), Adam West (“Batman,”
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