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Templars: The Mask of Mordred Brings O-Ring Adventure Back to Collectors Hands!

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Collectors who miss the days when an action figure offered more than something to display finally have a new adventure heading their way. Templars: The Mask of Mordred, an original 3.75-inch O-ring action figure line from Action Media LLC, is preparing to launch its crowdfunding campaign on BackerKit on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Templars is being developed as an entire world rather than simply another assortment of figures. The line combines retro-inspired action figures, original characters, comic-book storytelling and extensive world-building. Its story revolves around ancient relics, mysterious organizations and…

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Remembering Sam Neill: The Man Who Made Us Believe Dinosaurs Could Walk the Earth

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For an entire generation, the first sight of a living dinosaur was reflected in the astonished eyes of Sam Neill. As Dr. Alan Grant in Steven Spielberg’s 1993 masterpiece Jurassic Park, Neill stood in a grassy field, removed his sunglasses and stared upward at something impossible. A towering Brachiosaurus walked before him, and through Grant’s expression, moviegoers felt the same overwhelming wonder. In that moment, dinosaurs were no longer fossils in museums or illustrations in books. They were alive. Sam Neill died suddenly in Sydney on July 13, 2026, at…

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Community Building Is Not Self-Promotion

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Story By our Founder In the world of collecting, fandom, toy photography, reviews, artwork, podcasts, livestreams, and pop culture discussion, it is easy for people to misunderstand the difference between self-promotion and community building. But that difference matters. A true community is not built by one person standing on a stage asking everyone to look at them. It is built by opening the doors, inviting people in, and giving creators a place where their voices, work, and passions can be seen. That is what the Lair has always been about.…

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SURPRISE! Delta-17 Wave 2 Engineering Pilot (EP) Samples

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Delta-17 Wave 2 Engineering Pilot (EP) Samples will be ON DISPLAY at the JoeFest Toy & Comic Show this weekend, June 26th to 28th! Note these are pre-production only, as our our full run is still in development (ETA: First half of 2027). Some of these colors are NOT FINAL, but they are good for preview purposes. Anyone who’s coming to Joefest… get your cameras ready!

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A Dreamer of Worlds: Remembering Sid Krofft and the Magic He Gave Us

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The world of imagination dimmed a little today with the passing of Sid Krofft this week at the age of 96, a visionary who helped shape the childhoods of generations. For many, his name may not have always been front and center, but the worlds he created were unforgettable—colorful, strange, magical, and filled with wonder. Sid Krofft wasn’t just a television producer; he was an architect of dreams. Alongside his brother Marty, Sid co-created some of the most imaginative children’s programming ever seen on television. Their shows didn’t just entertain—they…

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Your Move, Creep: Hiya’s 6.5″ RoboCop 3 Is Pre-Order Ready

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Hiya Toys has just unveiled their new Exquisite Super Series 1/12 scale RoboCop 3 action figure, capturing the iconic cyborg law enforcer from the 1993 film. Standing approximately 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) tall, the figure boasts impressive detail and articulation. It comes loaded with accessories, including: Pre-orders are now live directly through the official Hiya Toys website, with additional retailers expected to open pre-orders shortly. The figure is priced at $139.99 (though some sources note slight variations like $118 in certain listings—check current pricing for accuracy), and it’s slated for…

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Pee-wee’s Playhouse Crew Rolls In: NECA Reveals Ultimate Figure Set

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NECA has officially unveiled new photos and full details for its Pee-wee Herman and Pals Ultimate 7-inch Scale Figure Set. The release includes Pee-wee Herman, Pterri, Randy, and Globey, bringing some of the most memorable Playhouse favorites together in one collectible set. Packed with display options, the set comes with five interchangeable portraits, multiple swap-out hands, and additional accessories. Collectors won’t have to wait long, as this release is scheduled to arrive during Target’s Haulathon drop next week. Check out the full details and all-new official images below. Pee-wee Herman…

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Bo Gritz, the Real-Life Warrior Behind Rambo, Dies at 87

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Bo Gritz was one of those rare figures who seemed larger than life even before Hollywood ever noticed him. News reports say he died on February 27 at his home in Sandy Valley, Nevada, at age 87. His wife Judy wrote that he “peacefully passed,” and recent local reporting said she had also been sharing his cancer struggles and his wish to come home to Sandy Valley, the place where he had lived for decades and wanted to be buried. That detail matters, because it shows the human side of…

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