When Dark Horse announced that they would make a small replica of HBO’s “Game of Thrones” Stark Shield for San Diego Comic-On 2013, we here at ASM knew we had to get one. Initially asking Matt Guzy of Awesome Toy Blog to be the procurer, we were then pleased to find out that HBO Shop was going to put a limited supply on their website the opening night of SDCC. And by pleased we mean, “Holy crap they just tweeted that they put some up on their website I gotta get to my computer where’s my credit card RIGHT NOW HOLY CRAP!” Now,
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Dark Horse Deluxe Gets GRIMM
Hit NBC TV Show to See Full Product Line from Dark Horse JUNE 14, MILWAUKIE, OR—Dark Horse Comics’ toys and collectibles imprint, Dark Horse Deluxe, is proud to offer new items based on characters and stories from the hit NBC show Grimm! The Grimm collectibles from Dark Horse are licensed through NBCUniversal Television Consumer Products. Grimm is a cop drama inspired by the classic Brothers Grimm fairy tales, following Portland homicide detective Nick Burkhardt into a reality he never knew existed. Once he discovers this new world, and his role in it, he has to deal with much more
Continue readingJoliet Public Library’s Fourth Annual “Star Wars” Day This Saturday
If you’re around northern Illinois this weekend, head over to Joliet, IL as the Joliet Public Library presents its fourth annual Star Wars Day! From 10:00am to 4:00pm, you can experience sights and sounds from that galaxy far, far away as the city of Joliet, the staff of the Joliet Public Library, local businesses, and members of the 501st Legion and Rebel Legion join together to provide Star Wars-themed fun for the public. This event is free, and there will be costumes, fan-made props, pictures, and events for all to enjoy.
Continue readingC2E2 2013 – The Anovos Productions Booth
ANOVOS Productions, makers of high quality costumes, props and items from Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica and more, once again had a booth on display at C2E2. In addition to display items, they were also selling Star Trek ties, Galactica pins, and other items in conjunction with their sister company, The Novo Geek. Take a look at the pictures below! You can find all our C2E2 2013 pictures in our Main Gallery! Also check out our other C2E2 2013 Coverage!
Continue readingThe Hunger Games Costume Tour Comes to C2E2 2013
THE HUNGER GAMES COSTUMES EXHIBIT TOUR COMES TO CHICAGO! Blacksparrow Auctions’ Hunger Games Costumes Exhibit Tour arrives at Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2) this weekend from April 26-28 at McCormick Place. The Exhibit will be at Booth #1209 and will feature original screen-worn costumes of Katniss, Peeta, Effie, Haymitch, Cinna, President Snow, Rue and many more. A special “Reaping” scene will be on full display to greet fans and attendees. As a C2E2 exclusive, Blacksparrow will unveil the “Fire Chariot” costume worn by Academy Award-winner Jennifer Lawrence. The Hunger Games Costumes Exhibit Tour was previously seen in Seattle at
Continue readingC2E2 2013: The 501st Legion and The Rebel Legion at C2E2!
The 501st Legion’s Midwest Garrison and the Rebel Legion’s Nar Shaddaa Base will once again be providing C2E2 attendees with the best in Star Wars costuming. Visit them at booths #1540 and #1532 for information about the organizations and to get some great photo ops with costumed members. In addition to their booths, The Midwest Garrison and Nar Shaddaa Base have a lineup of activities planned for the weekend: Friday from 7:00-8:00pm: “Costuming in the Star Wars Galaxy” panel in Room #W475b. This panel will be presented jointly by the Midwest Garrison and Nar Shaddaa Base. Saturday from 10:00-5:00: Droid
Continue readingWizard World Chicago Comic Con: Fan Groups
Various fan groups were represented at Wizard World Chicago Comic Con this year. These groups had a spectacular array of fan tables and experiences for con attendees, running the full spectrum of pop culture and “nerd culture”. Fans were able to talk one-on-one with fan group representatives and receive information about how to join. Many of these fan groups were set up in the convention center’s main lobby, allowing for popular large-size displays such as the Batmobile, the “Back to the Future” DeLorean, and Ecto-1. The line-up included the 501st Midwest Garrison, the Rebel Legion, Comics4kids, Cosplay Chicago, D20 Girls,
Continue reading#SDCC – More Galleries Uploaded – eFX, QMx, and more Hasbro Star Wars!
Good evening! We’ve just uploaded what should be our last batch of new pictures! First, check out our eFX Collectibes and Anovos Productions gallery! eFX is the maker of fine prop replicas from Star Wars, Battlestar Galactica and more, while Anovos makes replica clothing from Marvel Star Trek and other movies! These companies go hand in hand, and so do the pictures in the Gallery! Next we have Quantum Mechanix, featuring prop replicas and maquettes of Doctor Who, Firefly/Serenity, Star Trek, Warehouse 13 and more! Head to the Quantum Mechanix Gallery Finally, we have one final Hasbro Star Wars gallery,
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