Collecting Toyz: October 2016

Monday, October 31, 2016

Funko is Officially Making Stranger Things POP! Vinyl Figures

Funko officially announced that Stranger Things POP! Vinyl Figures are coming to stores in 2017. These are available to pre-order at various retailers. There are also Chase figures of Eleven with Eggos and Demogorgon which are randomly packed with the regular assortment. You can pre-order Eleven with Eggos, Dustin, Lucas, Barb, Mike, Will and Demogorgon from our friends at Entertainment Earth.

Funko also announced a couple of exclusives, Eleven Underwater which is a Hot Topic exclusive and Upside Down Will which is a Think Geek Exclusive.

ICONIC HORROR CHARACTERS COMING TO FAMILY GUY: THE QUEST FOR STUFF HALLOWEEN EVENT

SANTA MONICA and SAN FRANCISCO, CA, October 31, 2016—TinyCo, a Jam City Company, is pleased to announce a thrilling collaboration between Fox Digital Entertainment, Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF) and Starz (NASDAQ: STRZA, STRZB), to bring an exciting mix of iconic film and television horror characters to FAMILY GUY: The Quest for Stuff for the hit mobile game’s limited-time Halloween event.

The release features Billy the Puppet from Lionsgate’s Saw films, the most popular long-running horror franchise in history, Ash Williams from Starz’s popular Ash vs Evil Dead television series and Leprechaun from Lionsgate’s classic Leprechaun film franchise checking into a hilariously haunted hotel run by James Woods, a recurring Family Guy guest star.

(FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, Los Angeles, October 31, 2016) – The Overlook Film Festival, a four-day celebration at horror’s most iconic hotel The Timberline Lodge – the hotel used as the exterior setting of the infamous Overlook Hotel in Stanley Kubrick’s masterpiece THE SHINING - will kickoff for the first time from April 27 through April 30, 2017. The festivity is expected to showcase experiential events, exciting work in new and classic horror cinema, and interactive activities where attendees can be fully immersed in the diverse world of the genre space. Located just one hour east of Portland, Oregon, The Overlook Film Festival will attract genre fans and cinephiles from all over the world along with major press and industry members who are excited for this unique experience.

Who's ready to see the Doctor Strange Movie? Marvel Collector Corps has a box filled with Doctor Strange items. What's inside? See below for step by step pictorial unboxing of what's inside the box.

Check out our Loot Pets Horror Box unboxing for the month of October. This box features items from The Walking Dead, Scooby Doo, Gremlins and Halloween.

Pre-Orders Open For Tamashii Nations IRON MAN MARK VI & HALL Of ARMOR Set

BLUEFIN OPENS PRE-ORDERS FOR IMPRESSIVE NEW TAMASHII NATIONS S.H.FIGUARTS IRON MAN MARK VI & HALL OF ARMOR SET

Unique Addition To Renowned S.H.Figuarts Line Announced Exclusively For U.S. Market And Recreates Tony Stark’s Workshop With Screen Accurate Detail And LED Light-Up Features

Anaheim, CA, October 28, 2016 – Bluefin, the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles, and hobby merchandise from Japan, delights Marvel superhero and action fans as it open pre-orders today for a special new release from Tamashii Nations of the S.H.Figuarts Iron Man Mark VI and Hall of Armor Set.

We'll be unboxing the HORROR Loot Crate! If you have not received yours yet, do not look any further. SPOILERS AHEAD!

Toy Art Gallery will be releasing Doktor A's "Hallowroot" Mandrake Root Soft Vinyl Figure today, Friday, October 28th at 12PM Pacific HERE for $85.

On Sale This Week: Spider-Gwen and the Nightmare Before Christmas from DST

This Week Before Halloween sees new Diamond Select Toys items shipping to comic shops, including our highly anticipated Spider-Gwen statue and two new Nightmare Before Christmas dolls! Read on for more details, then reserve yours at your local comic shop, or order from your favorite online retailer!

Marvel Premier Collection Spider-Gwen Resin Statue

A Diamond Select Toys release! Gwen Stacy, the Spider-Woman of Earth-65, is taking the Marvel Universe by storm, whether she’s fighting alongside other spider-heroes against the Inheritors, or playing with the Mary Janes in a battle of the bands! This 12-inch scale statue of the unmasked “Spider-Gwen” shows her alighting on a pillar, preparing to shoot a webline while balanced on one foot. Sculpted by Clayburn Moore, this resin statue is limited to an edition of 3,000 pieces, and comes packaged with a certificate of authenticity in a full-color window box. (Item #APR162612, SRP: $150.00)

http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/marvel-premier-collection-spider-gwen-12-resin-statue

LEGO Dimensions - Meet That Hero: Marceline Introduces the Gremlins

Today, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment released the third episode in the “Meet That Hero!” video series, featuring the adorbs but spunky Marceline the Vampire Queen (Adventure Time), and the dynamic duo from Gremlins - Gizmo and Stripe.

In the video, the rocking Queen Marceline introduces viewers (with a chill jam, obviously) to Gizmo and Stripe, demonstrating exactly what not to do with a Gremlin, unless you’re looking to wreak havoc! The video also highlights Gizmo in action in the Gremlins Adventure World demonstrating his signature “rambo mode.”

The first "Meet That Hero!" video featuring Lumpy Space Princess (Adventure Time) and B. A. Baracus (The A-Team) can be viewed here and the second video featuring Supergirl and E.T. can be viewed here.

Wednesday, October 26, 2016

VIZ Media Supports Halloween ComicFest 2016 with TWO Free Manga Samplers

VIZ MEDIA SUPPORTS HALLOWEEN COMICFEST 2016 WITH MANGA SAMPLER FEATURING AN EXCERPT FROM HORROR MASTER JUNJI ITO’S TOMIE

Visit And Support Local Comics Retailers On October 29^th For A FREE Sampler Of Upcoming VIZ Media Deluxe Release Of Junji Ito’s Long Out-Of-Print Debut Series

San Francisco, CA, October 26, 2016 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, gives readers a special treat for its participation in Halloween ComicFest 2016 as it offers a FREE sampler that features an excerpt from manga horror master Junji Ito’s spine-tingling thriller about an immortal femme fatale, TOMIE.

THE WALKING DEAD’S STEVEN YEUN (GLENN RHEE)
WILL ATTEND SILICON VALLEY COMIC CON 2017

San Jose, Calif. - October 24, 2016 - Fresh off the devastating Season 7 premiere of “The Walking Dead,” Steven Yeun (Glenn Rhee) will [SPOILER ALERT] make his first post-TWD appearance at Silicon Valley Comic Con. Steve Wozniak’s pop culture and technology expo will take place April 21-23, 2017 in downtown San Jose. Pairing science with fiction, Silicon Valley Comic Con aims to inspire and entertain with celebrity appearances, science/tech discussions, film and TV screenings, panels with award-winning authors and artists, cosplay contests and more.

Loot Crate announced their November Theme which is Magical. For the regular Loot Crate, items inside will be from the Doctor Strange, Big Trouble in Little China, Game of Thrones and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Loot Crate costs $13.95 per month plus Shipping & Handling.

Bloodborne Hunter's Arsenal by Gecco

Gecco Corp announces “Hunter’s Arsenal,” which is 1/6 scale weapons collection wielded by the player character, HUNTER, in the action RPG “Bloodborne.”

Bloodborne / Hunter's Arsenal 1/6 Scale Figure Collection
“Hunter’s Arsenal” is 1/6 scale weapons collection wielded by the player character, HUNTER, in the mega hit action RPG for PlayStation®4, “Bloodborne,” enthusing game freaks around the world. The weapons can be attached to HUNTER 1/6 scale statue, which is currently for sale and will be released with other accessories in 2017. Moreover, displaying it on the optional accessory, “Collection Board,” collectors can enjoy the world of Bloodborne deeply.

VIZ MEDIA ANNOUNCES THE RELEASE OF

JOJO’S BIZARRE ADVENTURE: PART 3 – STARDUST CRUSADERS

Third Story Arc In The Acclaimed Multi-Generational Fantasy Action Manga Series Debuts In Print And Digital Editions This Fall

San Francisco, CA, October 24, 2016 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, announces an exciting new addition to the acclaimed JOJO'S BIZARRE ADVENTURE saga with the release of JOJO'S BIZARRE ADVENTURE: PART 3 – STARDUST CRUSADERS on November 1^st.

Halloween is approaching fast why not pick up Lunartik's Spooky Brew Mini Teas. It glows in the dark and was originally released in 2015 but they have less than 30 remaining. This was an edition of 100 and are all signed/numbered. Go here to order one today!

Saturday, October 22, 2016

Unboxing Loot Anime's Demi-Human Box

Loot Anime x Crunchyroll Demi-Human September 2016 Crate Unboxing! By now everyone should have received their Loot Anime Box. If not, spoilers below:

Up for sale now at Super7 is their Halloween Mummy Boy T-Shirt for $30. Pick one up now just in time for Halloween .

uhoh Toys has up for pre-order their new soft vinyl figure CUT NOSE in glow in the dark. Cut Nose is 8" tall with 6 points of articulation and made in Japan. Cut Nose is a mutated buffalo that has merged with snakes and other reptilian creatures over time. Pre-order Cut Nose HERE for $80. Orders are scheduled to be fulfilled in January 2017.

Super7 Announces Monoghost "Maroon Marauder" Soft Vinyl Figure Release

Super7 will be releasing the "Maroon Marauder" Monoghost Soft Vinyl Figure on Wednesday, October 26th HERE at 12 Noon Pacific.

WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY Releases Next Week

The adorable, family-friendly WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY releases this Tuesday, October 25th for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation VITA consoles!

Designed for newcomers and fans of the series alike and rated “E” for Everyone, this all-ages adventure has received some excellent early buzz.

MICKEY MOUSE TO CELEBRATE HIS BIRTHDAY WITH A TRIP AROUND THE WORLD

DISNEY’S BRIGHTEST STAR INVITES THE YOUNG AND YOUNG-AT-HEART TO JOIN THE PARTY.

BURBANK, Calif., October 21, 2016 — To celebrate his upcoming birthday, Mickey Mouse is embarking on a trip around the world, where he will make surprise appearances in iconic, real-world locations to delight his fans and friends. These magical moments chronicling Mickey’s global adventures will be captured and shared on Disney’s Mickey Mouse Facebook page, culminating with the debut of a video highlighting Mickey’s travels featuring an upbeat new song, “What We Got.” The video will debut on the big day: November 18. Mickey fans are encouraged to join the celebration on social media using #HappyBirthdayMickey.

Pre-Order "Frank Patches" Android Mini Special Edition Vinyl Figure

Up for pre-order from Dyzplastic and Andrew Bell for Halloween is the "Frank Patches" Android Mini Special Edition Vinyl Figure. Frank comes with real metal antenna bolts and a mini patch cable. You can pre-order him HERE for $10. Limit 2 per household. Pre-orders will begin shipping on October 27th.

Shawnimals Halloween 2016 Pocket Pork Dumplings

Now available at MyPlasticHeart is Shawnimals Halloween 2016 Pocket Pork Dumplings Mini Vinyl Figures. There are 2 different versions. They glow in the dark. You can purchase the set of 2 for $24 or if you want one at random via blind box it will cost $11.99. Go Here to Purchase!

VIZ Media Delivers HUNTER X HUNTER Anime Series Home Media Release

Action-Packed Anime Series Reboot Based On The Bestselling HUNTER X HUNTER Manga Arrives On Blu-ray and DVD; Best Buy Offers Exclusive Steelbook Edition

San Francisco, CA, October 20, 2016 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, delivers action-packed, supernatural adventure as it announces the home media release of the HUNTER X HUNTER anime series on October 25^th.

New Clip and Images from "Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders"

Following its heralded World Premiere at New York Comic Con, the thrilling Fathom Events nationwide screenings and a successful release on Digital HD, "Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders" has a full head of stream as the film heads toward its Blu-ray/DVD release on November 1st.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., (October 20th, 2016) – Leading toy manufacturer Multiverse Studio Inc. today announced that the Street Fighter® Mini Figures will be available for Pre-Order during the Multiverse Halloween Spooktober promotion.

The Halloween Spooktober sale will run from October 27th through October 31st, promoting Multiverse Studio Licensed products in the Street Fighter product line. Visit the Multiverse Studio online store for great promotions on our most in-demand products.

For more information about upcoming Multiverse Studio products, please visit: http://www.multiverse-studio.com/products/

Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Super7 Announces Pre-Order for Street Fighter II 3.75" Action Figures

Super7 announced that their Street Fighter II 3.75" Action Figures Wave 1 will be up for pre-order on Monday, October 24th in their store HERE at 12 Noon Pacific. These are scheduled to ship in early November. Wave 1 consists of Blanka, Chun-Li, Ken, M. Bison, Ryu and Zangief.

NARUTO: ITACHI'S STORY - DAYLIGHT - Debuts From VIZ Media

VIZ MEDIA ANNOUNCES THE LATEST NARUTO NOVEL WITH THE DEBUT OF NARUTO: ITACHI’S STORY - DAYLIGHT

New Novel Focuses On The Loyal Shinobi Of The Konoha Clan From Masashi Kishimoto’s Smash Hit Series NARUTO

San Francisco, CA, October 19, 2016 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, continues to expand its library of popular NARUTO novels with the release of NARUTO: ITACHI’S STORY – DAYLIGHT on November 1^st.

It’s New Toy Day at your local comic shop, and Diamond Select Toys is delivering a double dose of the Merc with a Mouth, Deadpool! One of Marvel’s biggest characters, Deadpool is now the latest Marvel Gallery PVC Diorama, as well as the first in a new line of original Marvel model kits from DST! Plus, the next Vinimates vinyl figure is here! Read on for more details, then find your nearest comic shop at comicshoplocator.com!

Marvel Deadpool Deluxe Glue Model Kit

A Diamond Select Toys release! It’s time to make your own Merc, with the first official do-it-yourself model kit of Deadpool! Standing approximately 8 inches tall, this detailed sculpture of Deadpool depicts him standing on a battlefield littered with unexploded bombs, and includes an alternate head so you can display him masked or unmasked. The plastic parts come unpainted -- you paint and assemble them yourself with glue, so you decide how the final piece will look! Comes packaged in a full-color box; paint and glue not included. Sculpted by Paul Harding! (Item #JUN162393, $34.99)

Store link: http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/marvel-super-heroes-deadpool-deluxe-glue-model-kitsnap-together-model-kit

Toy Art Gallery to Release "The Red Death" B.C. Blasters by James Groman

Toy Art Gallery will be releasing a new edition of James Groman's B.C. BLASTERS! The RED DEATH B.C. BLASTERS are cast in brilliant bright red vinyl, and each Blaster is over 5" long and features insane detail. Designed by James Groman and produced by TAG.

These will go on sale this Thursday, October 20th at 12PM PST at shop.toyartgallery.com. Each one retails for $35 each or $140 for the whole set.

VIZ Media Debuts THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: LEGENDARY EDITION Omnibus Graphic Novel

VIZ MEDIA RELEASES THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: LEGENDARY EDITION OMNIBUS GRAPHIC NOVEL

Beloved Manga Series Based On The Classic Nintendo Video Game Franchise Returns In New Deluxe 2-In-1 Editions

San Francisco, CA, October 18, 2016 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, delights fantasy, action, adventure and video game fans with the release of THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: LEGENDARY EDITION Vol. 1, OCARINA OF TIME on November 1^st.

AMC ROLLS OUT NEW SEASON OF WEB SERIES,

“FEAR THE WALKING DEAD: PASSAGE”

Series Produced by “Fear” Showrunner and Executive Producer

Dave Erickson and Directed and Produced by Andrew Bernstein

NEW YORK, NY – October 18, 2016 – Following last year’s successful web series, “Fear the Walking Dead: Flight 462,” which delivered over 4.6 million video streams and garnered two Emmy^®Award nominations, including Outstanding Short Form Comedy or Drama Series, AMC will roll out a new season of “Fear” webisodes, titled “Fear the Walking Dead: Passage.” The first installment of the 16-part series is currently live at www.AMC.com/passage and will air during one commercial break within “The Walking Dead” Season 7 premiere episode on Sunday, October 23^rd.

WORLD PREMIERE -

THE EVIL DEAD IN CONCERT / LIVE TO FILM:

A HALLOWEEN THEATRICAL EXPERIENCE

at The Theatre at Ace Hotel

Los Angeles, CA – On Tuesday, October 25, the Gothic 1920’s movie palace The Theatre at Ace Hotel will be transformed to celebrate Halloween with the World Premiere of THE EVIL DEAD IN CONCERT / LIVE TO FILM: A HALLOWEEN THEATRICAL EXPERIENCE.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., (October 18th, 2016) – Leading toy manufacturer Multiverse Studio Inc. today announced that the 1/6th scale resin Ninja Gaiden® 3 Ayane Premium Quality Resin Statue will be available for the Multiverse Halloween Spooktober promotion.

The Halloween Spooktober sale will run from October 27th through October 31st, promoting Multiverse Studio Licensed products in the Ninja Gaiden 3 statue line. Visit the Multiverse Studio online store for great promotions on our most in-demand products.

For more information about upcoming Multiverse Studio products, please visit: http://www.multiverse-studio.com/products/

Ninja Gaiden® 3 Ayane Premium Quality Resin Statue is available now!
Entertainment Earth
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Multiverse Studio

New Bandai Tamashii Nations Action Figures For Q1 2017 Release By Bluefin

BLUEFIN DETAILS IMPRESSIVE ARRAY OF NEW ACTION FIGURES BY TAMASHII NATIONS AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER NOW AND SET FOR RELEASE IN EARLY 2017

Exciting New Products Include Must-Have Releases For Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Suicide Squad, Iron Man, Star Wars, Dougram, Gundam And Saint Seiya

Anaheim, CA, October 18, 2016 – Bluefin, the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles, and hobby merchandise from Japan, Hong Kong and more, has announced an impressive collection of upcoming new figures from Tamashii Nations for pre-order.

Cometdebris 2016 Halloween Unlucky Bags

Cometdebris announces that their 2016 Halloween Unlucky Bags will go on sale October 29th. Each unlucky bag will cost $130 and includes 3 vinyl figures. Check out a few teasers below of what you could get inside the Unlucky Bag.

Keytendo Video Game Console Key Holder on Kickstarter

Check out this Keytendo Key Holder on Kickstarter! Very Cool idea! For everyone that grew up with Nintendo this will make an awesome gift to someone you know or for yourself. The plugs are keychains and the compartment where the cartridge goes in also opens so you can store stuff inside. This mounts on your wall obviously and is very cool! Check out their pledges to see what you can get. As of this posting they still have 22 days to go and a bit under $5000 of their goal of $20,000. If all goes smoothly these could be delivered to you as soon as December of this year.

Pre-Order Udon's Street Fighter Unlimited: Annual #1

Pre-order STREET FIGHTER UNLIMITED ANNUAL #1 at your local retailer now!

Toronto, ON – October. 17, 2016 – UDON wraps up 2016 with Street Fighter Unlimited Annual #1, in stores in December! This special one-shot includes four short stories previously only available as bonus content in UDON’s hardcover Street Fighter collections. Juri faces off against the deadly doll Decapre! Ibuki battles the mysterious Q! Sakura and Dan get down to some serious training, and Chun-li tangles with the Mad Gear Gang!

October is the month for Halloween so of course Loot Crate's themed box this month is Horror which features items from A Nightmare on Elm Street, Friday the 13th, The Walking Dead and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Order your Horror Loot Crate Today HERE and Save $3 with code FREDDY.

SKYLANDERS IMAGINATORS ON STORE SHELVES NOW

SKYLANDERS® IMAGINATORS ON STORE SHELVES NOW -- KIDS CAN CREATE THEIR OWN SKYLANDERS FOR THE FIRST TIME IN AWARD-WINNING TOYS-TO-LIFE VIDEOGAME

Fans to Receive a Free, Fully-Playable Kaos Toy with Purchase of
Skylanders Imaginators Starter Packs

Skylanders Creator App Extends the Magic

of Creating Skylanders Beyond the Living Room!

SANTA MONICA, Calif. – Oct. 17, 2016 – Ready, Set, Create! Skylanders® Imaginators is now available at major retailers worldwide from Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI). For the first time, Portal Masters can create their own Skylanders, designing the wildest characters imaginable including customizing appearance, powers, abilities, names, catchphrases, musical themes and much more. Fans will also enjoy Crash Bandicoot and Dr. Neo Cortex as guest star Skylanders, as well as a new mobile app Skylanders™ Creator and the upcoming Netflix original series, Skylanders™ Academy.

DST Reveals Marvel Animated Minimates Series 3 and Series 2.5 Now Available at Walgreens

Diamond Select Toys is rolling out Series 2.5 of its Marvel Animated Minimates collection, the latest assortment of an exclusive mini-figure line now available only at Walgreens stores. That means it’s time to officially announce the next assortment in the line! This upcoming wave of figures from Diamond Select Toys features all-new two-packs from Marvel’s Ultimate Spider-Man and Avengers Assemble, including Super Heroes, Super Villains and the first-ever Minimate of Marvel’s breakout star, Squirrel Girl!

Cop A Squat Toys is having a Sofubi Super Sale HERE as well as soft enamel pins. Sale is going on for a few more days so get your orders in!

Thursday, October 13, 2016

JOJO'S BIZARRE ADVENTURE Anime Series Launches On Adult Swim's Toonami

VIZ MEDIA ANNOUNCES THE PREMIERE OF

JOJO’S BIZARRE ADVENTURE ON ADULT SWIM

The Acclaimed Multi-Generational Fantasy Action Anime Series Launches On Leading Animation Network On October 15^th

San Francisco, CA, October 13, 2016 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, delivers exciting anime news as it announces the broadcast premiere of JOJO’S BIZARRE ADVENTURE: PHANTOM BLOOD on Adult Swim’s Toonami.

Toy Art Gallery will be releasing Doktor A's First painted release of the Mandrake Root (Midas Edition) Soft Vinyl Figure this Friday, October 14th at 12PM Pacific HERE for $85.

STAR WARS: DOCTOR APHRA #1 Coming in December

New York, NY—October 12^th, 2016 — Because you demanded it! Following the blockbuster finale of Darth Vader #25, the fan-favorite character begins a new journey in STAR WARS: DOCTOR APHRA #1 – the new ongoing series coming this December! From superstar writer Kieron Gillen (Darth Vader) and fan-favorite artist Kev Walker (Marvel Zombies) comes Marvel’s first ongoing series starring an original character created in the comics!

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Pre-order STREET FIGHTER UNLIMITED ANNUAL #1 at your local retailer now!

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