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Today is the Championship match for the First Annual “MAKE MY ME’ Figure Tourney. We are voting to select the winner today. At the end of the day today we will begin taking orders for the winning figure. The winning figure will be carded on a classic vintage style card and bubble. If you know you will be wanting the figure regardless of the winner, please post in this thread as you make your vote today.
Read MoreLatest Offerings from Serpentorslair Sponsor BBTS! Spring Cleaning Sale! Part 1: Transforming, Star Wars & GI Joe Figures http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=15560 Part 2: Marvel and DC Figures http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=15574 Part 3: Movie, TV & video Games Figures http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=15581 ————– NEW PRE-ORDERS ————– NEW AND RETURNING BANDAI OFFERINGS We have a new list of pre-orders from Bandai. Returning items include the Metal Build Freedom Gundam at $144.99, Robot Spirits Doreamon at $33.99, Saint Cloth Myth EX Libra Dohko at $89.99 and Robot Damashii L-Gaim Mark II at $56.99. New items include S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Hibiki…
Read MoreMake it So Number 1! Well not quite. Comedic icon Seth MacFarlane and the former StarTrek Captain, Patrick Stewart are teaming up once again for a new comedy that will air on the Starz network. The show is called, “Blunt Talk“, and is sure to have you rolling in the floor. Check out more on this below and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: screencrush) We haven’t made very much of Starz’s new offerings since ‘Spartacus‘ went off the air, but the network’s latest acquisitions are bound to turn a few heads. Already guaranteed for two seasons,…
Read MoreIt looks like J.J. Abrams futuristic cop drama staring Star Trek Actor Karl Urban, did not make the cut at the FOX network. It is a shame too, because the show looked to have a lot of potential. Check out more news on this below and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: screencrush) ‘Almost Human,’ almost renewed. We hadn’t quite kept up with the entirety of FOX’s Karl Urban-Michael Ealy android cop drama, though the early episodes were promising enough and increased serialization brought stronger reviews from the fanbase. Alas, FOX has not proven as sympathetic…
Read MoreSad news this morning as the star of 1980’s iconic movie Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Bob Hoskins passed away this morning at the age of 71. For more on this check out the story below and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: screencrush) Oscar-nominated actor Bob Hoskins, best known for his roles in ‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit,’ ‘Brazil,’ ‘Hook,’ and ‘The Long Good Friday,’ has died at the age of 71 after a bout with pneumonia. Hoskins had a wonderfully diverse career and was one of Britain’s most beloved character actors. His…
Read MoreThe Rumor Mill can close now because the cast of Star Wars Episode VII is finalized! And most everyone will be thrilled to know that the original cast from the original trilogy will be included. Check out more on this below and share your thoughts after the JUMP! Thanks to Serpentorslair Staffer PROVOST for the story (Source: starwars.com) The Star Wars team is thrilled to announce the cast of Star Wars: Episode VII. Actors John Boyega, Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, Oscar Isaac, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, and Max von Sydow…
Read MoreWant to add the quintessential R2-D2 to your collection? This might just be your opportunity. Check out the brand new Sixth Scale Artoo coming from Sideshow and let us know what you think after the JUMP! (Source: toyark) Sideshow has posted a photo and video preview for an upcoming Star Wars – R2-D2 Sixth Scale Figure. This incredibly detailed figure will feature numerous hidden features and some great looking accessories. Included are a serving tray with drink from Return of the Jedi, Luke’s Lightsaber, a holographic Princess Leia, attachments and more. The figure will also feature…
Read MoreLatest offerings from Serpentorslair Sponsor BBTS! Spring Cleaning Sale! Part 1: Transforming, Star Wars & GI Joe Figures http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=15560 Part 2: Marvel and DC Figures http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=15574 Part 3: Movie, TV & video Games Figures http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=15581 ————– NEW PRE-ORDERS ————– MP-22 MASTERPIECE ULTRA MAGNUS W/ TRAILER UPDATED PICS & PRICE We have updated images of the prototype for Ultra Magnus. The price has been lowered to $189.99 but is subject to change. http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod … ode=retail 1/4 SCALE PREMIUM FORMAT INCREDIBLE HULK This release will stand 20″ x 20″ x 11″ and show the…
Read MoreHad a short but sweet time t the annual Chicago C2E2 convention this year. Due to camera breaking the night before, I was limited to the amount of pictures this year. Also, since I spent the bulk of my day waiting in line for entertainer signings, I completely missed a good portion of the displays on the floor. Most regrettably, the awesome display showcasing the upcoming Diamond Select figures including Pulp Fiction and Kill Bill characters just to name a few. I did get to meet Ernie Hudson, Stan Lee, and a…
Read MoreToday we have a look at the great toy offerings that are being shown at this years C2E2 in Chicago by Diamond Select Toys. There are some great offerings this year, so check out the details below and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: toyark) Diamond Select Toys has posted a bunch of photos and videos of new and upcoming items from C2E2. These include the following items Nickelodeon TMNT Minimates Marvel Minimates- Deadly Foes of Spider-Man Box Set (LukesToyStore.com Exclusive) Amazing Spider-Man 2 – Statue and Minimates Marvel – Retro 8″…
Read MoreRumor has it that the title for the new Star Wars Episode VII film will be unveiled at this summers San Diego Comic Con. For more on what we can possibly expect on this, check out the news below and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: blastr) As anticipation builds for more announcements about Star Wars Episode VII, the opportunities to make a big media splash for the film are actually narrowing down. An interesting entry at SDCCBlog — an unofficial blog covering San Diego Comic-Con — lays out an argument for…
Read MoreSerpentorslair Founder Andrea is now selling Custom Made G.I.Joe, DC, Marvel, Bracelets, Necklaces and Key Chains. You can select from those pictured below, or you can order your own custom style and character! To place an order please POST IN THE ORDER THREAD HERE!
Read MoreIt is not the 1980’s but very soon there is going to be an all new Friday The 13th TV series coming. If you love Jason Voorhees you are going to be stoked about this. Check out the details about the show below and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: screencrush) Just when you thought the latest ‘Friday the 13th‘ reboot news had beaten a dead horse into dust, TV is hockey-masking up for a few shots, as well. ‘Friday the 13th’ is officially moving forward with a new hourlong TV series set…
Read MoreG.I.Joe Retaliation Director Jon M. Chu is bringing another fantastic 1980’s Toy franchise to life on the big screen with Jem and The Holagrams. Today he tweeted some promotional images to get you fired up for the film. Check those out below then make the JUMP to the forum and share your thoughts. Special thanks to Serpentorslair Staffer Skinny for the news story!
Read MoreIt looks like Paramount pictures is looking to cast actress Jessica Chastain for the lead role next to Tom Cruise in Mission Impossible 5. To get the skinny on this check out the new blurb below and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: comicbookmovie.com) She’s said to be nearing a deal to play Marilyn Monroe in Andrew Dominik’s Blonde, but our pals over at the Schmoes Know reckon Paramount are looking at Chastain for a more action based role: joining Tom Cruise in Christopher McQuarrie’s Mission Impossible 5. A “very trusted source” for the…
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