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NINJA TURTLE NOVEMBER — #23 FUGITOID: THE GHOST IN THE CIRCUITRY

November 3, 2025November 3, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff0 comment

Before the Turtles ever crossed paths with Shredder, before the sewers of New York became a battleground, there was a lonely scientist running for his life across alien terrain — trapped inside a metal body that was never meant to be his. His name was Professor Honeycutt.History remembers him as Fugitoid. He is one of the Turtles’ earliest allies in the Mirage comic universe — and easily one of its most tragic. If Wingnut and Screwloose were refugees from a cosmic war, Fugitoid is something deeper, stranger:a ghost whose soul…

G.I. Joe Outpost Spotlight: The 1984 Watch Tower & Lost Art of Small Playsets

November 3, 2025November 3, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff0 comment

Story By Mitchell Smith Welcome to The Outpost. Throughout the eighties Hasbro put out a ton of small play sets that were really cool. I’m still not sure why Hasbro today has not tapped into the smaller more affordable play sets and accessories packs like a firing range or Bivouac for the Classified. The 1984 Watch Tower is also one that is relatively simple and would give a really cool scenery set to display and capture pics for the Classified Joes. As simple as the 1984 Watch Tower is, it…

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NINJA TURTLE NOVEMBER — #24 WINGNUT & SCREWLOOSE: LOST HEROES OF DIMENSION X

November 1, 2025November 1, 2025 Serpentorslair Staffaction figures, Ninja Turtles, TV0 comment

There’s weird… and then there’s Dimension X weird—and even in a universe full of sewer ninjas, renegade rhinos, and brain-in-a-body warlords, Wingnut and Screwloose still manage to feel like visitors from a stranger side of reality. They arrive in the Turtles’ world like the punchline to a joke no one was telling. One is a hulking, bug-eyed bat-man who looks like he kit-bashed his armor from a comic-shop dumpster. The other, a tiny mosquito gremlin with teeth sharp enough to draw blood from his own sarcasm. They’re a duo that…

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The Toy Hunt That Went Sideways With ToyKennections!

November 1, 2025November 1, 2025 Serpentorslair Staffaction figures, ToyKennections0 comment

Today Ken from ToyKennections discusses the toy hunt that went sideways. Check out the video below and share your thoughts with us in the comments. As always be sure to subscribe to ToyKennections channel on YouTube for all of Ken’s latest videos!

October Monster Mash: Dracula (1931) – Bela Lugosi’s Eternal Reign of Terror

October 30, 2025October 30, 2025 Serpentorslair StaffBela Lugosi Dracula, Classic horror films, Count Dracula Universal, Dracula 1931, gothic horror icons, Lugosi Dracula quotes, October Monster Mash, Tod Browning Dracula, Universal Monsters Dracula, vampire movies 1930s0 comment

Welcome back to the October Monster Mash, where we raise the dead, chase shadows, and tip our hat to the timeless titans of terror. Today, we pull back the velvet curtains and descend into the crypt of cinema’s most charismatic bloodsucker—Count Dracula, as immortalized by Bela Lugosi in Universal Pictures’ 1931 masterpiece. When Lugosi first stepped out of the shadows with that thick Hungarian accent, mesmerizing stare, and impeccable style, he didn’t just play Dracula—he became Dracula. And no Halloween season is complete without his chilling presence. “I am… Dracula.”…

Hot Toys Reveals EPIC ESB Han Solo 1/6 Figure — Pre-Orders LIVE!

October 30, 2025October 30, 2025 Serpentorslair Staffaction figures, Han Solo, Hot Toys, Star Wars0 comment

Hot Toys has officially unveiled new photos and details for their Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back – Han Solo 1/6 Scale Collectible Figure, capturing the iconic smuggler exactly as he appeared on Hoth!Pre-orders are now open for $285 from Sideshow Collectibles:https://www.sideshow.com This stunning figure features a newly developed head sculpt with moveable / rolling eyes, a fully detailed cold-weather Hoth outfit, and a huge range of accessories including a blaster pistol, goggles, welder, droid caller, breathing mask, and more. With 30 points of articulation and thirteen interchangeable hands, collectors…

October Monster Mash: Frankenstein’s Monster (1931) – The Birth of a Horror Icon

October 30, 2025October 30, 2025 Serpentorslair Staffblack and white monster movies, Boris Karloff Frankenstein, classic horror icons, Frankenstein 1931, Frankenstein’s Monster classic, gothic horror movies, James Whale Frankenstein, Mary Shelley monster, October Monster Mash, Universal monsters0 comment

Welcome back to our October Monster Mash, where we honor the titans of terror and monsters of myth! Today’s feature is perhaps the most iconic horror character of all time—one that reshaped horror cinema, ignited pop culture, and gave us a performance so haunting it still resonates nearly a century later. We’re talking about Frankenstein’s Monster, as portrayed by the legendary Boris Karloff in Universal’s 1931 classic. It’s not just a monster—it’s the Monster. From the Page to the Silver Screen Frankenstein was born from Mary Shelley’s imagination in 1818,…

October Monster Mash: Poltergeist (1982) – Terror in the TV Static

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025 Serpentorslair StaffCarol Anne quote, ghost movies 80s, haunted house horror, horror movie classics, October Monster Mash, Poltergeist 1982, Steven Spielberg Poltergeist, suburban horror films, supernatural thrillers, Tobe Hooper0 comment

Welcome back, monster fans! Our October Monster Mash rolls into the suburbs today—where the lawns are neat, the TVs are loud, and the ghosts are angry. We’re shining a spectral spotlight on one of the most iconic paranormal films ever made: Poltergeist (1982). Directed by Tobe Hooper (with heavy creative fingerprints from Steven Spielberg), this chilling ghost story brought horror to the heart of suburbia—and changed the genre forever. “They’re Heeere…” Every horror fan knows that line. Delivered by the angelic-voiced Carol Anne (Heather O’Rourke) as she stares into the…

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G.I. Joe Half The Battle: Could Transformers G1 Squeezeplay Join the Joe Team?

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff0 comment

On this week’s episode of G.I. Joe Half The Battle, We take a look at Transformers G1 “Squeezeplay from the 1988 and ask if he would work with the G.I. Joe LINE! Check out this week’s video below and join in the conversation. And as always be sure and subscribe to my YouTube channel for all my latest videos!

October Monster Mash: “Death Is Only the Beginning” – The Mummy (1932)

October 28, 2025October 28, 2025 Serpentorslair Staffancient Egypt horror, Boris Karloff Imhotep, Classic horror films, gothic cinema, Karl Freund director, mummy movie origins, The Mummy 1932, Universal monsters, Universal Pictures 1930s, Zita Johann0 comment

Unearthing the Past When The Mummy opened in 1932, audiences were still reeling from the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb a decade earlier. The real-world fascination with Egyptology and ancient curses fueled the imagination of Universal Studios — and out of that sandstorm came one of the most chillingly elegant horror films ever made. Directed by Karl Freund, the cinematographer of Dracula (1931), The Mummy fused the supernatural with romance, history, and tragedy. At its heart lay a creature not of rage or hunger, but of longing — a being who…

October Monster Mash: “Even a Man Who Is Pure in Heart…” – The Wolf Man (1941)

October 27, 2025October 27, 2025 Serpentorslair StaffBela Lugosi, classic werewolf movie, gothic horror films, Jack Pierce makeup, Larry Talbot, Lon Chaney Jr, The Wolf Man 1941, Universal horror 1940s, Universal monsters, werewolf transformation0 comment

The Beast Within If Dracula gave horror its aristocrat and Frankenstein its tragic creator, The Wolf Man gave it its soul. Released in 1941 and directed by George Waggner, The Wolf Man stands as one of Universal’s most enduring monster tales — a film that turned the werewolf myth into a cinematic archetype. It’s not just about silver bullets and full moons; it’s about guilt, destiny, and the curse of being human. The Story: The Curse of Larry Talbot The film begins with Larry Talbot (Lon Chaney Jr.) returning to…

1987 Cobra Mamba Review – The Coolest Cobra Helicopter Ever? | G.I. Joe Classic Spotlight at The Outpost

October 27, 2025October 27, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Welcome to The Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at the 1987 Cobra Mamba with Gyro-Viper. I did get this as a kid back in Christmas of 87. This was such a cool concept vehicle and actually did create some conversation with my brothers on whether or not this thing could really fly. I would have been 12 & 1/2 at this point and my 2 brothers a couple and a few years older. It didn’t change my mind though as this was a cool Cobra…

Remembering Hollywood Legend June Lockhart: A 100-Year Journey Through Film, Television, and Legacy

October 27, 2025October 27, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Hello everybody today I’m taking a look back at a Hollywood legend. June Lockhart was born in 1925 in New York City and passed away October 23, 2025. Lockhart was born into Hollywood as both her parents were actors. In 1938 Lockhart made her film debut as Belinda Cratchit in the film adaptation of “ A Christmas Carol”. Lockhart was also a part in the 1944 classic, “Meet Me in St. Louis”. Lockhart also had parts in films like “Son of Lassie” and “She-Wolf of London”.…

October Monster Mash: “Terror Beneath the Surface” – Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954)

October 26, 2025October 26, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff1950s monster movies, Black Lagoon creature suit, Classic Horror, Creature from the Black Lagoon 1954, Gill-man, Jack Arnold director, Julie Adams, Ricou Browning, Universal monsters, Universal Studios horror legacy0 comment

The Last of the Great Monsters By 1954, Universal Pictures had already given audiences Dracula, Frankenstein’s Monster, the Mummy, and the Wolf Man — but the studio wasn’t done yet. With Creature from the Black Lagoon, Universal dove deep into the primal fears of the unknown, blending science fiction, adventure, and horror into one unforgettable film. Directed by Jack Arnold and featuring groundbreaking underwater cinematography, Creature from the Black Lagoon introduced audiences to the Gill-man — a prehistoric amphibious humanoid discovered in the uncharted rivers of the Amazon. Half man,…

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SNEAK ATTACK AT MCM: New Retro-Cardback & Name-Only Reveals for G.I. Joe at London!

October 25, 2025October 25, 2025 Serpentorslair StaffCrazy Legs G.I. Joe, Female Crimson Guard figure, G.I. Joe action figure news, G.I. Joe Classified Series, G.I. Joe Retro Cardback, Hasbro G.I. Joe reveal, Hydro Viper figure reveal, MCM Comic Con London 2025, Ninja Force Zartan figure, Taurus and Red Dog G.I. Joe, Zanya G.I. Joe, Zap G.I. Joe0 comment

Attention, Joe collectors! At this year’s MCM Comic Con London, G.I. Joe fans got a major dose of nostalgia-meets-modern-articulation with some killer reveals. First up: full digital renders and packaging drops for the Retro Cardback line under the G.I. Joe Classified Series banner featuring: Female Crimson Guard — a bold new take on the elite Cobra force, dressed in classic crimson with modern detailing. Zap — Rafael “Zap” Melendez gets the retro treatment with his vintage-inspired deco paired with premium articulation. Crazy Legs — David “Crazy Legs” Thomas also joins…