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The 2014 Toy Fair will begin this weekend February 16-19. We will be bringing you full coverage on all of your favorite toy lines that will have product represented at this years event. Coverage will begin Sunday Afternoon. You can follow along here by bookmarking the link, Toy Fair 2014 News Coverage!
Read MoreWe reported earlier this year that two of our favorite Toy and Comic Franchises from the 1980’s were coming together again for a new Comic Book Crossover. Today we have a 6 page preview for that new comic. Check out the preview after the JUMP and let us know what you think of this rendition of G.I.Joe and The Transformers! (Source: freecomicbookday.com)
Read MoreIf you are ready to get your Star Wars: The Clone Wars fix, fear not you can get Season 6 on Netflix now. Check out all the details on this below and share your thoughts AFTER THE JUMP! (Source: superherohype.com) The Galactic Republic, Disney/ABC Television Group, Lucasfilm and Netflix Inc. today announced the highly-anticipated debut of the sixth and final season of the Emmy Award-winning series “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” exclusively to Netflix members in the U.S. and Canada on Friday, March 7. Accompanying the 13-episode new season dubbed “The Lost Missions” will be the…
Read MoreBack in 1987 the entire concept of Transhumanism seemed like something that was way off in the future. The melding of man and machine to try and create an immortal was pure science fiction. Now in 2014, its not quite so crazy an idea. Check out more on this in a nice piece that came out today that discusses the new RoboCop Movie and let us know what you think after the JUMP! (Source:CNet) When the original “RoboCop” premiered in 1987, the idea of a resurrected man in a machine body battling autonomous killer droids…
Read MoreLatest Offerings from Serpentorslair Sponsor BBTS! ————– NEW PRE-ORDERS ————– ALIENS: COLONIAL MARINES – ALIEN SOLDIER 4″ ACTION FIGURE This new figure is perfectly scaled to go with any 3.75″ Scale figures. He will come with alternate hands, a face hugger, an egg and a display stand, and is listed at $19.99. http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod … ode=retail NEW GAME OF THRONES 7.5″ SCALE FIGURES This hot line continues with a White Walker and a couple of brothers and sisters – Jaime Lannister, Cersei Lannister, Arya Stark and Robb Stark. Each figure is listed at $22.99,…
Read MoreIf you are like me, and are a huge fan of the Autobot and Decepticon Cassettes characters you are going to love the new “Rewind” figure coming from the Transformers Figure Subscription Service 2.0. Check it out below and let us know what you think after the JUMP! (Source: tformers.com) Transformers Collectors’ Club posted a first reveal of their Transformers Figure Subscription Service 2.0 (TFSS 2.0) Rewind figure. Following the announcement of the figure that will feature a new head designed by Nick Roche. See the images of the figure below and compared with…
Read MoreIf you were a a fan of the original Stargate movie, or the TV series that followed you will be stoked to know that it is going to be making a return with a new Film Trilogy Reboot. Get the skinny on this new offering below and let us know what you think after the JUMP! (Source: blastr.com) A whole lot of sci-fi fans have been bummed ever since the most recent Stargate series, Universe, went off the air a few years ago. Well, we have some good news: The franchise is coming back to…
Read MoreToday the G.I.Joe Collectors Club revealed the latest figure in this years Joecon Exclusive set. This reveal is “Outback” Check out the figure above, and then make the JUMP to the forum and let us know what you think about this latest Reveal! SURVIVALIST: OUTBACK – 25th Anniversary Modern Style/Fully Poseable Action Figure – Based on the Unreleased Hasbro Concept Vault Design – Removable Vest, Neckerchief and Backpack with Antennae – Includes G.I. Joe Logo Stand, Sniper Rifle, Water Can, Radio, Axe, Machete, Shotgun and Kukri blade
Read MoreHitFix is reporting that principle casting for Star Wars Episode VII is finished and that shooting will begin in April. For more specific details on this check out the news below and let us know what you think after the JUMP! (Source: cosmicbooknews.com/HitFix) A new report is stating that principal casting on Star Wars: Episode VII is complete as well as further mention that filming will take place in May. HitFix received the news from a couple different sources, and if they are to be believed that means J.J. Abrams has cast all…
Read MoreWant to know if the new RoboCop movie will cut the mustard compared to the original? The Screenwriters for the 80’s classic seem to think so. Check out what they have to say below and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: superherohype.com) “Can I give a message to all the hardcore fans?” Michael Miner asks at the tail-end of our interview, “Please put down your rocks and spears. I’ve seen the film. It’s really great.” Miner, alongside Edward Neumeier, wrote the screenplay to the original 1987 RoboCop. Directed by Paul Verhoeven…
Read MoreWe spent all of last week deliberating, and I have to say this years competition was the hardest to judge we have ever had. So many awesome entries. But we have chosen our winners. Our first prize winner for this year is The Comeback Cat, and our Second place winner this year is TheVP. Congratulations to both of you. And a big thank you to everyone who entered a dio this year we thoroughly enjoyed all of them! Make the JUMP to the forums and give TheVP and The Comeback…
Read MoreHey all of you G.I.Joe Fans out there the latest edition of G.I.Joe Dossiers is now up. This installment features that lovable Cajun Gung Ho. Check it out below, then make the JUMP to the forum’s and let us know what you think!
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Read MoreIndependence Day, one of the movies that helped define the career of Actor Will Smith, will have to proceed without him if they plan on doing any sequels. Will Smith has decided he does not want to participate in any future movies in the franchise. For more on this check out the story below and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: screencrush) 20th Century Fox has been itching for a sequel to ‘Independence Day‘ for a very long time, but it seems that the project has finally started moving forward (at least…
Read MoreThe club revealed the Joseph Colton figure that will come with a special display stand if you purchase the General’s package at this years G.I.Joe Convention. The figure will also be available at the club store during the convention while supplies last. Based on the classic Joseph Colton from Marvel Comics G.I.JOE #86, this undercover first ever G.I.JOE was in charge of the SDI program running out of the top of the Chrysler Building. The top secret laser was used to assist Joes in a far off country as Cobra was knocking…
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