Friday, January 31, 2014

Thrift Store Collectible Find



Found this at a local thrift store last night for only $3.99.  Its a very scarce original 1960s Flintstones toy telephone!

Tuesday, January 28, 2014

New CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER PRELUDE Infinite Comic Available Today!



New York, NY—January 28th, 2014—Available today, journey into the world of the upcoming summer blockbuster Captain America: The Winter Solider with an all-new Infinite Comic prelude from legendary writer Peter David (All-New X-Factor, The Incredible Hulk) and rising star artist Rock-He Kim (X-Force, Infinity: Against the Tide)! 

Set between the events of Marvel’s The Avengers and the upcoming Marvel’s Captain America: The Winter Soldier, this new Infinite Comic takes you into the world of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with a new adventure setting the stage for one of the biggest films of the year!

In downtown Chicago, a dangerous weapon called The Zodiac has fallen into enemy hands. Now, it’s up to Captain America, along with guest stars Black Widow and Brock Rumlow, to race against time to stop a mysterious terrorist group before it’s too late. All leading up to an action packed confrontation atop Chicago’s tallest skyscraper! But is there more here than meets the eye? What secrets is S.H.I.E.L.D. keeping? Are there enemies on both sides?

“If you’re a Captain America fan, this all-new adventure is rare sneak peek into the movie we still have to wait over two months for,” said editor Bill Rosemann. “First, you get to see Cap rock his new stealth suit. Also, you’ll see one of his first missions working side-by-side not only with his Avengers teammate Black Widow, but also with Brock Rumlow, whose name should ring some bells. Plus, you get sweet Rock-He Kim artwork in our interactive Infinite Comic format, which is especially suited for the Marvel Cinematic experience. Oh, and how cool is it that it’s all written by fan fave scribe Peter David?” 

Brought to stunning life using innovative Infinite Comics storytelling, Captain America: The Winter Soldier Prelude Infinite Comic brings a new universe of excitement to comics never thought possible! Don’t miss the latest adventure of the Sentinel of Liberty no Marvel fan can miss! Available today through the Marvel Comics App and the Marvel Digital Comics Storefront!

The future of digital comics is here! Take the next step in your Marvel experience with Captain America: The Winter Soldier Prelude Infinite Comic today!

Thursday, January 23, 2014

Chun Li vs Vega Diorama from Pop Culture Shock Collectibl​es


Pop Culture Shock Collectibles Announces Chun Li vs Vega Diorama

Product Pre-order Launches Jan 27th PCSC Exclusive Version Also Available

LOS ANGELES, Jan 21st 2014 (BUSINESS WIRE)---

 He’s a claw-wielding, Grand Master of Shadoloo originating from Spain! She’s a kick-happy, first-lady-of-fighting-games out for revenge! Together, they make one heck of a diorama!

Pop Culture Shock Collectibles are proud to offer the much-requested polystone diorama of Vega fighting heroine Chun Li, straight from Capcom’s hit video game series-- Street Fighter!

“I remember the first time I got to Vega’s stage...he was such an imposing boss.

Needless to say, I was defeated many times.” said Jerry Macaluso, President of Pop Culture Shock, “Getting to depict him fighting (fan favorite) Chun Li is a dream come true!”

As is the standard for all PCS collectibles, this 1:10th scale statue features intricate such expertly sculpted details, you can practically taste the kicks flying through in the air .

A limited edition exclusive version will be available ONLY via PCSC’s website featuring

a second Chun Li (in her Alpha costume) that can be swapped out.


STREET FIGHTER CHUN LI VS VEGA (Regular Edition)

● Will be available through regular channels

worldwide

● 1:10 scale polystone diorama

● Includes certificate of authenticity

● Retail price : $345.00 USD

● Edition Size : 450 pcs

● Est Ship Date: Qtr 3 2014

● Size : Approximately 15.5" tall (39cm)

STREET FIGHTER CHUN LI VS VEGA (PCS EXCLUSIVE)

● Only be available through

popcultureshocktoys.com

● Pre-order begins Monday January 27th

at 3pm PST

● Includes both Classic Chun Li AND

Alpha Chun Li - two dioramas in one !

● 1:10 scale polystone diorama

● Includes certificate of authenticity

● Retail price : $379.00 USD

● Edition Size : 200 pcs

● Est Ship Date: Qtr 3 2014

● Size : Aprx 15.5" tall (39cm)

PRE-ORDER begins promptly at 3PM PST on Monday Jan 27th

Tune into the PSCS facebook page for more info. To stay up to date on PCSC Street Fighter

News, subscribe to our newsletter on our homepage.

About Pop Culture Shock Collectibles
Pop Culture Shock Collectibles was founded in 2008 by Jerry Macaluso, the former
owner of SOTA Toys, SOTA Sculpture and Design and Plastic Fantasy to manufacture
high-end resin collectibles. For more on Pop Culture Shock Collectibles go to 

http://www.popcultureshocktoys.com and www.facebook.com/PopCultureShockCollectibles

Enter if You Dare – Your First Look at DISNEY KINGDOMS: SEEKERS OF THE WEIRD #2


Enter if You Dare – Your First Look at DISNEY KINGDOMS: SEEKERS OF THE WEIRD #2
“Disney and Marvel fans won’t want to miss out on this” – ComicVine.com 

On the heels of the first issue sell-out, Marvel is pleased to present your first look at Disney Kingdoms: Seekers of the Weird #2, the next thrilling chapter from critically acclaimed creators Brandon Seifert and Karl Moline! Designed – but never built – the lost Disneyland attraction finally comes to life!

When their parents are kidnapped, teens Maxwell and Melody are thrust into a treacherous race through the mysterious Museum of the Weird! But there are darker forces lying in wait inside the museum. What lurks within the Wardens’ Library…and what is the Walking Chair? Who are the Shadow Society – and what do they want with the Coffin Clock? Questions will be answered! Maxwell and Melody’s action-packed journey takes a weird turn this February in Disney Kingdoms: Seekers of the Weird #2!

DISNEY KINGDOMS: SEEKERS OF THE WEIRD #2 (DEC130703)Written by BRANDON SEIFERTArt by KARL MOLINECover by MIKE DEL MUNDO
Variant Covers by PASCAL CAMPION &
WALT DISNEY IMAGINEER BRIAN CROSBY Also Available!FOC 1/27/14, ON-SALE 2/19/14
 
New Faces. New Threats – Your First Look at NEW WARRIORS #1! 

Witness the next generation of the Marvel Universe this February in NEW WARRIORS #1 – an all-new action packed ongoing series from blockbuster writer Christopher Yost and red-hot artist Marcus To! New Warriors mainstays Speedball and Justice are getting the band back together with a new team of heroes the likes of which you’ve never seen before!

 “They’re eight people from different corners of the Marvel Universe, coming together to do the right thing, to be heroes,” says writer Christopher Yost, in an interview with Marvel.com. “They’re not kids, they’re not seasoned heroes for the most part, but they’re idealists. Sometime it’s okay to be a hero for the sake of being a hero; to be with a team because they’re your friends, because it’s fun.” 

“Sometimes the world just needs saving,” continued Yost. 

Evolution has gone off the rails. There are super humans, mutants, Inhumans, clones, aliens, and more everywhere you turn. Humanity no longer exists as the dominant life form on the planet. And not everyone is pleased! The High Evolutionary has raised an army to combat these “superior” beings – through complete extermination! 

Now, Speedball, Justice, Nova, Scarlet Spider, Sun Girl, Hummingbird and more must stand together against the rising tide. Don’t miss a fresh start for the heroes of tomorrow this February in the exciting NEW WARRIORS #1!

NEW WARRIORS #1Written by CHRISTOPHER YOSTArt & Cover by MARCUS TO
Variant Covers by J. SCOTT CAMPBELL,
SKOTTIE YOUNG, and CHRIS SAMNEEFOC –01/27/14 On-Sale -02/19/14

Monday, January 20, 2014

New Dc Animated Film: Son of Batman Trailer Online!


It looks pretty cool, although a deviation from the source material!


The Trial of Jean Grey Continues in ALL-NEW X-MEN #23!


The Trial of Jean Grey Continues in ALL-NEW X-MEN #23!

Jean Grey must pay for her crimes – even the ones she hasn’t committed yet! Marvel is pleased to present your first look at ALL-NEW X-MEN #23, the next blockbuster chapter of “The Trial of Jean Grey”! From the critically acclaimed creative team of Brian Michael Bendis & Stuart Immonen – the alien Shi’ar Empire has abducted Jean Grey, placing her on trial for the cataclysmic crimes of her future self. On the edge of deep space, the young mutant and original host of the Phoenix Force pleads for her life amidst alien races who would see her destroyed!

As her fellow X-Men and new allies the Guardians of the Galaxy race across the stars to her aid, will they arrive in time? Or will it be too late? Plus, an ending so shocking you’ll have to see it to believe it! Don’t miss the issue everyone will be talking about when ALL-NEW X-MEN #23 blasts into comic shops this February!

ALL-NEW X-MEN 23 (DEC130692)Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDISArt & Cover by STUART IMMONENVariant Cover by DALE KEOWNFOC 1/20/14, ON-SALE 2/12/14

Friday, January 17, 2014

Darth Vader and Son Maquette Box Set with Exclusive Special Edition Darth Vader and Son Book Release!

Click the Above Title to read the Full Story....



Darth Vader and Son Maquette Box Set with Exclusive Special Edition Darth Vader and Son Book Release!

Gentle Giant Ltd. and Chronicle Books are proud to bring this hilarious and sweet comic to life! The artisans at Gentle Giant Studios have captured this hilarious and sweet comic as re-imagining, Darth Vader as a dad like any other-except with all the baggage of being the Dark Lord of the Sith. Traditionally sculpted by the Artisans at Gentle Giant Studios, no detail has been overlooked.  A Rebel logo pattern was even added to the tie detail! Based on Jeffrey  Brown’s Darth Vader and Son Book; this had-numbered cold-cast Polystone collectible has a bottom stamp with a matching certificate of authenticity.




 Celebrated artist Jeffrey Brown's delightful illustrations give classic Star Wars® moments a fresh twist, presenting the trials and joys of parenting through the lens of a galaxy far, far away. Life lessons include lightsaber batting practice, using the Force to raid the cookie jar, Take Your Child to Work Day on the Death Star ("Er, he looks just like you, Lord Vader!"), and the special bond shared between any father and son.

Limited Edition, hand-numbered collectible maquette. Comes with an exclusive edition of Darth Vader and Son book.

• 16-page signature with the original black & white concept sketches from Jeffrey Brown! These sketches have not been released to the public until now, and are exclusive to this boxed set.

• A new full color illustration from Jeffrey Brown printed on board and packaged in a vellum sleeve.

• The book cover and spine will be printed with color foil stamps and spot gloss varnish.

Jeffrey Brown is the author of numerous graphic novels and comics, including Cat Getting Out of a Bag and Cats Are Weird. A lifelong Star Wars fan, he lives in Chicago with his wife and five- year-old son.

SHORT COPY DESCRIPTION
Limited Edition, hand-numbered collectible maquette. Comes with an exclusive edition of Darth Vader and Son book.

• 16-page signature with the original black & white concept sketches from Jeffrey Brown! These sketches have not been released to the public until now, and are exclusive to this boxed set.

Pre-Order URL: http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/product_p/80395.htm

Darth Vader’s Little Princess Box Set with Exclusive Special Edition Darth Vader’s Little Princess Book Release!

Click the Above Title to read the Full Story....


Darth Vader’s Little Princess Box Set with Exclusive Special Edition Darth Vader’s Little Princess Book Release!

Gentle Giant Ltd. and Chronicle Books are proud to bring this smart and funny comic to life! The artisans at Gentle Giant Studios have captured this sweet moment between Darth Vader and young Leia. Traditionally sculpted by the Artisans at Gentle Giant Studios, no detail has been overlooked. Based on Jeffrey Brown’s Darth Vader’s Little Princess book; this hand-numbered cold-cast Polystone collectible has a bottom stamp with a matching certificate of authenticity. 



 
Celebrated artist Jeffrey Brown's delightful illustrations give classic Star Wars® moments a fresh twist, presenting the trials and joys of parenting through the lens of a galaxy far, far away. Life lessons include lightsaber batting practice, using the Force to raid the cookie jar, Take Your Child to Work Day on the Death Star ("Er, he looks just like you, Lord Vader!"), and the special bond shared between any father and son.

Limited Edition, hand-numbered collectible maquette. Comes with an exclusive edition of Darth Vader’s Little Princess book.
• 16-page signature with the original black & white concept sketches from Jeffrey Brown! These sketches have not been released to the public until now, and are exclusive to this boxed set.

• A new full color illustration from Jeffrey Brown printed on board and packaged in a vellum sleeve.

• The book cover and spine will be printed with color foil stamps and spot gloss varnish.

Jeffrey Brown is the author of numerous graphic novels and comics, including Cat Getting Out of a Bag and Cats Are Weird. A lifelong Star Wars fan, he lives in Chicago with his wife and five- year-old son.

PRE-ORDER URL: http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/product_p/80396.htm

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Thrift Store Collectible Finds Jan 15!


Today we hit a local Goodwill store and found these great deals on collectibles of yesterday.   We got the Currier and Ives set of 4 Arby's glasses from the 1978 fast food promotion.  Also, Holly picked up 3 fantastic collector Barbie plates!  The glasses were only .59 cents each and the plates were a whopping $1.99 each!  Also, the vintage Ninja Turtles Coming Out of their Shells Tour VHS for .59 cents!  Happy Junking!

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Video Review: The Ghostbusters Terror Dog Statue!


Nickelodeo​n Debuts New Animated Preschool Literacy Series, "Wallykaza​m!" on Monday, Feb. 3, 1PM (ET/PT)

Click the Above Title to read the Full Story....


WORDS COME TO LIFE IN WALLYKAZAM!,
NICKELODEON’S BRAND-NEW ANIMATED PRESCHOOL LITERACY SERIES,
PREMIERING MONDAY, FEB. 3, AT 1 P.M. (ET/PT)
NEW YORK – Jan. 14, 2014 – Nickelodeon invites preschoolers to discover the magic of words as the network debuts the brand-new animated literacy series Wallykazam! (26 eps) on Monday, Feb. 3, at 1 p.m. (ET/PT).  Wallykazam! follows the adventures of a troll named Wally and his pet dragon, Norville, who live in a forest with giants, goblins, ogres, sprites and other mythical creatures.  Wally uses his magic stick to make words come to life on screen that start with a specific letter, sound or rhyme.  Each episode features a new set of magic words that Wally uses to playfully transform the world around him. 
Wallykazam! is Nickelodeon’s first preschool series that embeds a literacy curriculum into a full-length story, introducing skills such as letter and sound identification, rhyming, vocabulary development and comprehension strategies.  Celebrity guests featured in season one include Vanessa Bayer (SNL), Weird Al Yankovic, John O’Hurley (Seinfeld), Kate Micucci (The Big Bang Theory) and Alanna Ubach (Nick at Nite’s See Dad Run).  Created by producer/writer Adam Peltzman (Emmy Award-winning The Backyardigans and Bubble Guppies), the series will regularly air weekdays at 1:00 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon. 
Wallykazam! offers a new approach to literacy by weaving it into a comedy-driven story with funny characters and adventures that will keep preschoolers laughing and engaged,” said Teri Weiss, Executive Vice President, Nickelodeon Preschool.  “The series furthers Nickelodeon’s commitment to producing high-quality, curriculum rich content that helps prepare young children for the important adventure of starting school.” 
In the series premiere, “Naptime for Borgelorp,” Wally babysits Ogre Doug’s hyper and unpredictable pet Borgelorp.  Ogre Doug gives Wally two instructions: get Borgelorp to take a nap and, most importantly, make sure he doesn't eat any purple flowers.  Wally uses magic words to help tire out the rambunctious creature and desperately tries to keep him away from purple flowers, but Bobgoblin has other plans.  The words introduced in the episode start with the letter “s” and include somersault, soar, sandwich and symphony.
Nickelodeon's award-winning website for parents and preschoolers, www.nickjr.com, features the Wallykazam! page with letter tracing activities, a word wheel craft, Wallykazam! board game, puzzles, coloring pages, and more.  Parents can also visit NickJr.com’s Creativity Center and “send a letter” to Wally for a chance to see their child’s artwork on TV.  Beginning Feb. 3, the full series premiere episode will be available on the site and free for download on iTunes the week of Jan. 27

About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 34th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids.  It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in more than 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 18 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA).

Monday, January 6, 2014

1st Look at the Simpsons Legos

Click the Above Title to read the Full Story....


According to one site, this is the first look at the upcoming Simpsons Legos.  Pretty impressive so far, don't you think?

Friday, January 3, 2014

Another Geek Dad Video: My Ghostbusters Toys!



This is just a quick look at the Ghostbusters toys I have in the package on the wall above my computer downstairs.  Check out my Ghostbusters Collector site for more GB!

Geek Dad Video: A look at my WWE Wrestling Toys!


The Mythbusters Take on Star Wars TOMORROW!



MYTHBUSTERS STAR WARS: REVENGE OF THE MYTH SPECIAL
Premieres on Saturday, January 4 at 8pm ET/PT on Discovery


MYTHBUSTERS kicks off all-new episodes by contriving to separate physics from fiction with a STAR WARS themed episode featuring Sophia Bush, the star of NBC's CHICAGO PD. Could Luke really have swung across a huge chasm on the end of a rope while holding Princess Leia and trying to escape Stormtroopers? Could Hans' ingenuity of stuffing Luke inside a Tauntaun have saved him from the bitterly cold and deadly elements of Hoth? And could the primitive weapons of the Ewoks realistically take down some of Darth Vader’s most sophisticated weapons?