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On this week’s episode of Half The Battle, I take a look at the popular Cobra Character from the original G.I. Joe Comics, “Scarface“. Be sure and join in the conversation in the comments below. And as always be sure and like share and subscribe to my YouTube channel if that’s your thing!
Read MoreHiya Toys has unveiled a new addition to their lineup: the Dr. Leonard “Bones” McCoy 1/12 Scale Figure, inspired by the 2009 reboot of the Star Trek film series. Portrayed by Karl Urban, Dr. McCoy became an iconic character in the franchise, appearing in Star Trek (2009), Star Trek Into Darkness, and Star Trek Beyond. Hiya Toys is expanding their offerings with both 3.75″ Scale and 1/12 Scale versions of the crew from the 2009 film. Joining the lineup is the 6.2″ tall Dr. McCoy figure, outfitted in meticulous fabric…
Read MoreThe CW has released the promo for the upcoming episode of Walker titled, ‘Lessons from the Gift Shop‘! . August’s bootcamp training is not what he expected. Check out all the details below and share your thoughts. Walker airs Wednesday’s on The CW! LEAVING THINGS UNSAID – Trey (Jeff Pierre) and Liam (Keegan Allen) try to help Walker (Jared Padalecki) figure out his next steps with Geri (Odette Annable). Liam confides in Walker that he’s worried about Stella (Violet Brinson). Meanwhile, Stella and Sadie (guest star Saylor Bell) look into recent events. August…
Read MoreElizabeth Tulloch, renowned for her role as Lois Lane in Superman & Lois, has heralded the commencement of filming for the beloved DC superhero series’ final episode. Taking to Instagram, Tulloch shared the onset of production for the series finale, titled “It Went By So Fast.” Penned by Brent Fletcher and Todd Helbing, with direction by Gregory Smith, the announcement was met with anticipation from fans. “Attempting a typical ‘First day of filming the #SupermanAndLois series finale!’ selfie, only to find myself overwhelmed with emotion. What an incredible journey it…
Read MoreHenry Cavill, renowned for his captivating portrayals on screen, is set to breathe new life into the legendary Highlander franchise. In a recent CinemaCon appearance, Cavill tantalized fans with promises of exhilarating swordplay and a profound exploration of the universe’s intricate lore. The Highlander saga, which took flight in 1986 with Christopher Lambert as the iconic sword-wielding immortal, is primed for a reboot, with Cavill stepping into the immortal shoes and acclaimed director Chad Stahelski at the helm. The original Highlander film, a cult classic, set the stage for a…
Read MoreOn this special edition of Half The Battle, We take a look the comparison between the 2020 MOTU Origins He-Man figure and the original He-Man from the 1980s! Check out the full review in the player below and as always like share and subscribe to my YouTube channel if that’s your thing. Or share your thoughts in the comments below!
Read MoreWelcome to The Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at the GI Joe Playset Alpha Check Point. I think we can all agree this is an awesome piece to set up and make some cool dioramas with. This is not one I had as a kid but always admired. It is simple yet complex. Anyone who had the 1983 GI Joe base certainly loved this as an entrance to base. I’m not sure why Hasbro hasn’t tapped into small playsets as I would pick them up for dioramas for sure.…
Read MoreStory by Mitchell Smith Hello everybody. Today I’m taking a look at the 2017 movie “Megan Leavey”. The movie is based on the true story of Megan Leavey who joined the Marine Corps in 2003 trying to figure out what she wanted to do in life. Leavey who grew up in Valley Cottage near New York City still had visions of 911 in her head and joined the Marines because she felt she had a higher purpose in life. She became a dog handler and served in Iraq in 2005…
Read MoreSkybound Entertainment is reigniting the excitement for G.I. Joe aficionados, both seasoned and new, by reintroducing the cherished Marvel Comics series penned by Larry Hama. Taking a nostalgic journey back to the 1980s, Skybound Entertainment is resurrecting the iconic G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero comic series, originally published by Marvel Comics. This comic saga, intertwined with Hasbro’s multimedia revival of the G.I. Joe toyline, chronicles the adventures of the G.I. Joe team as they confront the nefarious Cobra, a global terrorist organization hell-bent on domination. After languishing out of…
Read MoreAttention O-Ring military figure collectors, the highly anticipated new ‘Delta-17‘ figures are now here and available for order! Below we have shared the link and information for ordering as well as the awesome launch party video brought to you by Toy Kennections! Be sure and get your order in because they are sure to go fast! READY FOR ORDER! Get your Delta-17 figures NOW CLICK HERE! https://delta17toys.com/ Use code ” delta10off ” for orders of SIX FIGURES OR MORE! Please don’t forget the code, as we can’t refund after you’ve finished…
Read MoreToday we have another fantastic gallery of images of one of our favorite professional Cosplayers @MolecularAgatha. We are featuring her new Chun-Li cosplay along with several other of her awesome shots. Check out the gallery below, and be sure and let @MolecularAgatha know how much you enjoy her work.
Read MoreNew collectibles have arrived at stores courtesy of Diamond Select Toys and Gentle Giant. Included are two fresh Marvel busts – one showcasing the comic rendition of Green Goblin, and another featuring Hawkeye from the Disney+ Hawkeye series. Additionally, a new Star Wars statue inspired by the Mandalorian, portraying Grogu on a Speeder Bike. These sought-after items are now available at local comic shops and through various online collectible retailers. Marvel Comic Green Goblin 1/7 Scale Mini-BustA Diamond Select Toys release! He’s one of Spider-Man’s greatest foes, and now he’s…
Read MoreA Star Trek origin story is on the horizon for 2025, with director Toby Haynes, known for his work on “Andor” and “Doctor Who,” set to helm the project. J.J. Abrams, the director behind the 2009 reboot of “Star Trek,” is on board as a producer. The announcement was made during Paramount’s presentation at CinemaCon, as relayed by Collider’s Steve Weintraub and Britta DeVore. Seth Grahame-Smith will handle the screenplay for this prequel, which promises to delve into the early history of the Star Trek universe. While specific plot details…
Read MoreStory by Staff Writer ‘Shaft’ Today I am starting with the G.I. Joe class of ’85. We will look at Footloose today. He is listed as “Infantry” for his PMS and “Special Services (basketball coach)” for his SMS. Obviously he is an 11B Infantryman however for his special services I could not find anything US Army related to that kind of “specialty”. If Hama was intending for some of these to be skills the Joes picked up in the civilian world prior to military service then he probably should have…
Read MoreToday Ken from ToyKennections takes us toy hunting at the 2024 Vancouver Comics and Toy Show! 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!
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