Saturday, December 31, 2016

Farewell 2016!

For our last post of 2016, what's a better way to end it with our mascot JoJo which we finally made into a mini figure via 3D Printing. We've had a lot challenges and bumps to get our figure made. Original sculptor for our characters went M.I.A. We are still tweaking the figure and hopefully will get more made in resin and if things go well we will find a way to get this made in soft vinyl. We're hoping to get his little buddy Spittelz made as well.

JoJo is 2-inches tall. The texture of the figure is not smooth but feels a bit like fine sandpaper. We have a couple of Pink Versions for sale in our store HERE. If you are interested in a White Version or Painted version like the one in the picture above, send us an email. For the painted versions, we paint each one by hand.

We're hoping 2017 will be a breakout year for our characters and we hope you enjoy them as much as we do.

Thank you for your continued support! We want to wish you all a Happy New Year!

See you in 2017!
Keep on Collecting!

Thursday, December 29, 2016

Unboxing the Loot Anime Galaxy Crate!

Time to unbox the Loot Anime x crunchyroll Galaxy Crate for December 2016. Spoilers ahead if you haven't received your crate yet.

Coming in 2017: Gotham, iZombie, Luke Cage and More from DST!

Diamond Select Toys prides itself on offering the best of all worlds, and the newest offerings from DST come from a whole bunch of worlds! From the world of television, new figures from Gotham, iZombie and Luke Cage! From the world of comics, figures of Gwenpool, Lady Deadpool and Wolverine! From animation, new Catwoman and Aquaman collectibles! And from the movies, a new Back to the Future Time Machine! Read on for more info, and reserve yours at your local comic shop, or order online!
Back to the Future 2 Frozen Hover Time Machine Electronic Vehicle
A Diamond Select Toys release! Is it hot? No, it’s ice cold! DST has upgraded their bestselling electronic 1:15 scale Time Machine from Back to the Future with the additions shown in Batck to the Future 2! Having just arrived in our time from 2015, this Version 2 Time Machine has adjustable hover wheels, the iconic Mr. Fusion fuel device, and a thin coating of “frost” over its entire surface, to replicate the effects of time travel. Vehicle measures approximately 14 inches long with opening gull-wing doors, and time-travel lights and sounds are triggered at the push of a button. Packaged in a full-color window box. (Item # DEC162558, SRP: $59.99)
https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/back-to-the-future-2-frozen-hover-time-machine-electronic-vehicle

X-Men Collector Corps Unboxing

The X-Men Collector Corps Box is ready to get unboxed. Pretty sure everyone's seen what's inside but what the hey let's look at the contents inside.

Ring in the New Year with Slimer, Cookies and Minimates from DST

The holiday season is still in full swing, but even if you’ve already picked up gifts for everyone on your list, isn’t it time you treated yourself? This week, two new items hit comic shops from Diamond Select Toys – the Ghostbusters Slimer Cookie Jar and Predator Minimates Series 3! Read on for more details, then head to your local comic shop, or order online, and welcome new toys – and the new year – into your life!

Loot Crate Revolution Unboxing

Ready to check out what's inside the Loot Crate Revolution box? Spoilers Ahead! Let's go!

20-Inch SQUADT GASSED S001-20 Release

Rotofugi will be releasing Playge's 20" Squadt Gassed S001-20 on December 31st at 9:59am Central Time for $499 HERE. Limited to 55 pieces. Limit 1 per customer. Below are the times they will be released.

Loot Pets Revolution Unboxing

Follow along as we unbox the Loot Pets Revolution Box for December 2016. This is also the 1 Year Anniversary of Loot Pets!

DARK SOULS 3 "Souls of Cinder" statue by Gecco

Gecco Announces Dark Souls 3 "Souls of Cinder" 1/6 Scale Polystone Statue which will retail for $499.99. Scheduled to be released in May.

ALIEN: COVENANT First Trailer Released!

Witness the Creation of Fear.

Loot Wear Magical Collection

We've been getting our Loot Wear a bit later into the next month so basically this throws our schedule off a bit. The Loot Wear "Magical" Collection for the month of November includes items from Loot Tees, Loot for Her, Loot Wearables, Loot Socks and Loot Undies.

Thursday, December 8, 2016

Toy Art Gallery to Release James Groman's Radioactive B.C. Blasters

Toy Art Gallery will be releasing James Groman's "Radioactive" (Glow in the dark) B.C. Blasters soft vinyl figure tomorrow, Friday, December 9th at 12PM Pacific HERE. Each one is 5" long. You can purchase them for $40 each or you can buy the set of 5 for $160.

VIZ Media Announces SAILOR MOON R: THE MOVIE Premiere Event In Los Angeles

VIZ MEDIA PRESENTS A SPECIAL RED CARPET EVENT FOR THE THEATRICAL PREMIERE OF SAILOR MOON R: THE MOVIE

SAILOR MOON Feature Film Premieres At The Theatre At Ace Hotel In Downtown Los Angeles And Will Include In-Person Cast Interviews; Film Also Screens Across The U.S. In January!

San Francisco, CA, December 8, 2016 Toei Animation Inc., acclaimed producers of global animation, and VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, present an exclusive opportunity for SAILOR MOON fans. Through their partnership, they have organized a very special one night presentation at Downtown LA’s legendary Theatre at Ace Hotel in celebration of the U.S. theatrical premiere of SAILOR MOON R: THE MOVIE.

The Theatre at Ace Hotel in the former home of the Historic United Artists Theatre, will host the film’s theatrical premiere in a gala event on Friday, January 13th.

Diamond, Mezco Bring Fearsome DC Characters To Life

(BALTIMORE, MD) – (December 8, 2016) – The crimson archer, Arsenal; Shazam’s deadly foe, Black Adam; and the alternate reality Red Son Superman all leap off the panel as Diamond Comic Distributors and Mezco present three PREVIEWS Exclusive (PX) One:12 Collective DC Action Figures.


These striking figures feature over thirty points of articulation, character-specific accessories, and intricate sculptural work that crease a seamless blend of timeless icons with “real world” looks. Fans and collectors won’t want to miss these iconic DC characters decorating their shelves as Mezco continues the line started by PX Reverse Flash Action Figure, releasing January 2017.

The Magical World of Fantastic Beasts Comes to LEGO Dimensions in New Trailer

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment has released a new LEGO Dimensions story trailer that shows off what happens when the magical mysteries of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them venture into other LEGO Dimensions worlds!

In the latest Story Pack for LEGO Dimensions, the cast of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them make their debut as LEGO characters and critters. Players can experience memorable scenes from the film firsthand in LEGO Dimensions, set in  a magical 1920’s New York, or take the Fantastic Beasts folks into other entertainment universes.

In the trailer, watch as a LEGO Newt Scamander encounters some otherworldly fantastic beasts like Gollum and Scooby Doo.

The Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Story Pack is now available for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Wii U, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.

VIZ MEDIA RELEASES NEW POKÉMON BLU-RAY AND DVD SETS THIS DECEMBER


VIZ MEDIA RELEASES NEW POKÉMON HOME MEDIA BLU-RAY AND DVD SETS THIS DECEMBER

POKÉMON DIAMOND & PEARL MOVIE PACK Contains Four Full-Length Films; POKÉMON THE SERIES: X·Y KALOS QUEST DVD SET 2 Delivers Season 2 Of The Popular X·Y Series

San Francisco, CA, December 7, 2016 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, expands its POKÉMON home media collection with the December release of the POKÉMON DIAMOND & PEARL MOVIE PACK and POKÉMON THE SERIES: X·Y KALOS QUEST DVD SET 2.

The newly-debuted POKÉMON DIAMOND & PEARL MOVIE PACK is a substantial four Blu-ray disc steelbook edition containing four full-length POKÉMON feature films: THE RISE OF DARKRAI, GIRATINA AND THE SKY WARRIOR, ARCEUS AND THE JEWEL OF LIFE and ZOROARK: MASTER OF ILLUSIONS.

POKÉMON THE SERIES: XY KALOS QUEST SET 2 will be released on December 13th and delivers the second season of the popular XY series on DVD.

FIRST IMAGES/VIDEO from "Avatar: Discover Pandora" Exhibition

AVATAR: DISCOVER PANDORA, THE NEW INTERACTIVE EXHIBITION INSPIRED BY JAMES CAMERON’S FILM AVATAR,
OPENED YESTERDAY IN TAIPEI, TAIWAN

Tickets on Sale at www.avatardiscoverpandora.com 

Glendale, Calif. [December 2016] -- Opening yesterday, AVATAR fans in Taiwan will be the first to experience the new, interactive exhibition, AVATAR: Discover Pandora, inspired by James Cameron’s blockbuster film. Together with Lightstorm Entertainment and Twentieth Century Fox Location Based Entertainment, GES partnered with Beast Kingdom Co., Ltd. to bring AVATAR: Discover Pandora to Taiwan for its global premiere at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi, Xinyi Place A11 6F, Xinyi Theatre in Taipei for a three-month showcase.

Wondercon Anaheim Attendee Badges On Sale Now!

Wondercon is going back to Anaheim in 2017. Attendee Badges are on sale now HERE. Don't forget you need to sign in with your Comic Con Member ID or sign up for one if you've never purchased a badge before. Badges will only be sold online and badges will be mailed out to you in advance unless you are an international attendee then you will have to pick up your badges at the show.

Mondo's Phantasm & Madballs Ornaments Pre-Order

Mondo has up for pre-order Phantasm & Madballs Ornaments. These are in collaboration with Middle of Beyond. Unfortunately these won't be here in time for Christmas this year but you'll be able to add these to your tree next year. These are scheduled to arrive in January 2017.

You can pre-order the Phantasm Sentinel Sphere Ornament HERE for $15. You can pre-order the Madballs Ornaments as a set HERE for $35 or individually for $10 each (Horn Head, Dust Brain, Skull Face and Slobulus.

BLUEFIN Massive Collectibles & Toy Sale At SoCal HQ THIS SATURDAY!

BLUEFIN CONCLUDES 2016 WITH A SPECIAL
YEAR-END WAREHOUSE HOLIDAY SALE AND
ONLINE HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY CONTEST

Come To Bluefin’s SoCal Headquarters THIS Saturday For Significant Savings On A Massive Array Of Products From Tamashii Nations, Bandai Hobby, Shokugan And More; Fans Everywhere Invited To Enter Holiday Master Grade Giveaway Contest For A Psycho Zaku Master Grade Kit From Gundam Thunderbolt!!

Anaheim, CA, December 2016 – Bluefin, the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles, and hobby merchandise from Japan, Hong Kong and more, concludes 2016 with a very special Year-End Warehouse Sale that will take place on Saturday, December 10th at the company’s headquarters located in Anaheim CA.

The Bluefin 2016 Year-End Warehouse Sale takes place from 8:00am to 4:00pm at Bluefin headquarters located at: 3321 E. La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92806. More details available at: http://bit.ly/2g28SGo.

Loot Crate's 21 Days of Geekmas!

Loot Crate's 21 Days of Geekmas with new deals every day! Click the picture to see what deal they have going on today!

Monday, December 5, 2016

Super7's Alien M.U.S.C.L.E. Figures to be Released this Friday!

Super7 announced that they will be releasing the Alien M.U.S.C.L.E. figures this Friday, December 9th. There are 4 different packs with 3 different figures. Pack A contains Alien, Ripley, Ash, Pack B contains Alien Egg, Parker, Kane in Spacesuit, Pack C contains Kane with Facehugger, Attack Alien, Brett and Pack D contains Kane with Chestburster, Lambert, Dallas.

VIZ Media Debuts Prequel For GANGSTA Manga Series - GANGSTA: CURSED

VIZ MEDIA LAUNCHES A PREQUEL FOR THE HIT MANGA SERIES GANGSTA WITH THE RELEASE OF GANGSTA: CURSED.

Edgy New Crime Thriller Explores The Dark And Often Violent Pasts Of Key Characters From The Explosive Original Neo-Noir Manga Series

San Francisco, CA, December 5, 2016 VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), a premier company in the fields of publishing, animation distribution, and global entertainment licensing, expands the mysterious world first depicted in the manga crime thriller, GANGSTA., with the release of a new spin-off series, GANGSTA: CURSED., on December 20th.

Super7 Haight St. Moving Sale

Super7's Haight St. Location is moving at the end of the year to their Mission District location. For the whole month of December they are holding a 20% off sale. Great time to get some cool merchandise for yourself or for friends & family.

Friday, December 2, 2016

Mondo Gallery Presents A Nick Nick Nick Nickelodeon Show!

Mondo Gallery presents a Nick Nick Nick Nick Nickelodeon Show with the opening reception on Friday, December 9th from 7-10PM.
"We're thrilled to announce our final gallery show of the year, a new one-week poster exhibit highlighting iconic Nickelodeon properties including gorgeous prints for The Ren & Stimpy ShowSpongeBob SquarePantsTeenage Mutant Ninja TurtlesRocko’s Modern LifeAaahh!!! Real Monsters and Avatar. The awesome line-up of artists includes Florian Bertmer, Dave Perillo, Francesco Francavilla, Rosemary Valero-O’Connell, Sachin Teng, Ciro Nieli, Sara Kipin and Janice Chu."

“DARK REALISM / DARK SURREALISM” Opening Reception at Gregorio Escalante Gallery in LA This Saturday

Gregorio Escalante Gallery
978 Ching King Road
“DARK REALISM / DARK SURREALISM”
Curated by Chet Zar & Greg Escalante
Featuring Dreamlike Sculptures by Myron Dyal Overtaking the Basement Gallery
 
Off the heels of LACMA’s Guillermo del Toro show, Gregorio Escalante Gallery presents a true Nightmare Before Christmas, with “DARK REALISM / DARK SURREALISM.” In the main gallery, Chet Zar and Greg Escalante approach the concept of Dark Surrealism - surrealistic images from each of the twenty artists on view's imagination. While each has a distinctly different aesthetic, each creates within the paradigm of the Dark Arts, searching for solace in a dark time. The looming threat of extinction, political upheaval, and warring religions on our minds have found a new outlet for expression, Dark Art acts as a means of finding solace amidst this upheaval. Artists on view include Sarah Elise Abramson, Samuel Araya, Tom Bagshaw, Ryan Brown, Nathan Cartwright, William Hand, F. Scott Hess, Karen Hsiao, Jed Leiknes, Elizabeth McGrath, Lee Shamel, Brian Smith, Stanislav, David Stoupakis, Jon Swihart, Christopher Ulrich (massive Last Supper painting is the largest ever in the gallery), David Van Gough, Jasmine Worth, Chet Zar, and Peter Zokosky.

Mondo's Gremlins Enamel Pins

Mondo has up for pre-order Gremlins Enamel Pins! You can buy them separately for $10 each or the set of 3 for $25. These are expected to ship January 2017.

NOZZEL s005 [PEACE F*CKER] Pre-Order

Playge's NOZZEL s005 [PEACE F*CKER] is now available for Pre-order HERE at Rotofugi for $115.

Toy Art Gallery x Candie Bolton's BAKE-KUJIRA Ectoplasm Edition Lottery

Toy Art Gallery x Candie Bolton's Bake-Kujira The Phantom Whale Ectoplasm Edition Lottery will start today December 2nd at 12PM Noon Pacific through Monday, December 5th at 12PM Noon Pacific. This figure stands 11" tall and features a lot of texture and detail. It is also articulated at the head and hands. The ECTOPLASM Edition is cast in marbled black and glow in the dark vinyl. This figure will cost $200.

This is an email lottery so send an email to sales@toyartgallery.com with “Bake-Kurjira Lottery” as the subject along with your paypal address and shipping info. If selected you will be sent an invoice for payment. Please allow 24 hours for a response after the closing time (Monday 12PM PST). Winners will be chosen at random, one entry per participant (if you submit more than once you will be disqualified).

Kidrobot's 20" White Dunny Plush

Kidrobot just released a 20" White Dunny Plush which is limited to 200 pieces. You can order this HERE for $75. This probably would've been a hot seller back when the Dunnys were at their height of popularity.

Silicon Valley Comic Con Holiday Ticket Bundles Available for a Limited Time!

Looking for a really unique Christmas gift for that pop culture or tech geek in your life? SVCC is offer 20% of Holiday Bundles. You'll received a SVCC themed box with SVCC ticket wristbands and a voucher for a SVCC t-shirt which you'll need to pick up your t-shirt on-site. There are several bundle options which you can see HERE. Last day to order is December 15th.

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Here's What You Missed at DesignerCon! DCon 2016 Recap and More!!!

How many of you went to DesignerCon this year? We know that there a lot of people who couldn't make it this year and we did our best to try and get pictures of as many booths and toys as we could. As you all know the show expanded into yet another hall. The inflatable DCon in the above picture was new as well and there were street banners promoting DCon which we forgot to get a picture of.

Rogue One Smuggler's Bounty Unboxing

Who's ready to see Rogue One in Theaters? Let's Check out the Rogue One Smuggler's Bounty Box contents below.

Loot Anime Blade Unboxing

Check out the November 2016 "Blade" Loot Anime x crunchroll box. If you haven't received yours yet, don't look any further. Unboxing pictures below: