Friday, September 30, 2011

Argonaut Resins x Onell Designs Kings of Atlantis Glyos Figures

Argonaut Resins x Onell Designs Kings of Atlantis Glyos Figures

Wow, Argonaut Resins’ upcoming collaboration with Onell Designs just keeps getting better! Not only is END and Co. producing a line of Tuttz Glyos figures (the Tuttz Bad Luck Squadron), but they’re also creating a rival Glyos figure, the Kings of Atlantis! This is so cool on a number of levels, but The Blot especially loves seeing the merger of two of Argonaut Resins’ most popular original characters.

According to legend, the Tuttz are looking for an ancient relic that was taken from their home world a very long time ago. They have finally found the location of the world they believe holds this relic, but it is inhabited by a race of beings older and more powerful than them. The Kings of Atlantis settled on this hidden planet thousands of years ago, after plundering many galaxies of their riches. Everyone who has ever come to the Kings of Atlantis's planet in search of the Universe’s greatest treasures has perished…that is until now! The Tuttz Bad Luck Squadron will have their might tested trying to recover their ancient relic on this hostile world hidden deep within the outer regions of space. On an alien world - there will be war!

Monster Worship x Johnny Ryan Unpainted Cannibal Fuckface (Fleshfuck) Vinyl Figure

Monster Worship x Johnny Ryan Unpainted Cannibal Fuckface (Fleshfuck) Vinyl Figure

Monster Worship finally got in its additional stock of the first painted version of the Cannibal Fuckface vinyl figure based on the popular character by Johnny Ryan, which was originally released at San Diego Comic-Con 2011. To coincide with their release later today, Monster Worship will also be putting up for sale some unpainted flesh colored Cannibal Fuckfaces (a.k.a. Fleshfuck) that were originally intended for SDCC 2011 but never saw the light of day due to some delays.

There will only be a handful of these awesome unpainted figures up for sale and they definitely won’t last long. So if you want one (or the OG Cannibal Fuckface figure) make sure you hit up the Monster Worship online store today, September 30th, at 6PM EST.

Mama Sama Iro Korudo Resin Figure by Erick Scarecrow

ESC Toy - Mama Sama Iro Korudo Resin Figure by Erick Scarecrow

October's Secret Release from ESC Toy is so beautiful I almost want to just post the picture and let it talk for itself. That clear tinted resin just looks amazing doesn’t it? The Mama Sama Iro Korudo is the 3rd colorway in the Mama Sama collection. The 6" figure comes with two removable accessories (one spear and wings), comes hand painted and signed and numbered by Erick Scarecrow, and has a limited edition run size of 10 pieces. The Iro Korudo colorway goes on sale sometime mid-October via the ESC Toy online store and retails for $250 (with $1 shipping and handling).

Mama Sama Iro Korudo’s Official Story: After defeating the Pearly Guardian, Mama Sama was disappointed with her spoils and decided to go home. She had grown an appetite from the battle and decided to head to a local 24 hour convenience store that was next to a closed down dungeon. Upon entering the shop, Mama Sama noticed it was empty and not even the cashier was present. She left lonely and went aisle to aisle until she stumbled upon a gang of Turtum Miccis. They had tied the cashier up and were struggling with trying to open a large magically locked safe. When they noticed Mama Sama they quickly surrounded her. The gang of Turtum Miccis began to hum and the sound deafened Mama Sama. The humming had changed the appearance of Mama Sama and made her obey every command they gave. Once she opened the safe for them, the Turtum Miccis anxiously reviewed its contents. It wasn't money and it wasn't a commissioned S.Maria, instead it was a file on a dangerous Papa Sama called... the Jelly Swordsman.

Frankenstein Screen Print by Drew Struzan!!!

Mondo - Frankenstein Screen Print by Drew Struzan

Today is the day The Blot has been waiting for for a very long time! Mondo is finally releasing the 21 color Frankenstein screen print by legendary artist Drew Struzan! Struzan is a modern movie poster god who has produced some of Hollywood’s most iconic images. If you’re not familiar with his name, then you’re definitely familiar with his work. Just head over to Struzan's official website and check out some of the artwork he’s created for the Star Wars franchise, Indiana Jones franchise and Hook just to name a few. Mondo has had two live releases of this print in Los Angeles and Austin, but today is the first (and only) opportunity most of us have gotten to get our hands on this amazing print.

Frankenstein by Drew Struzan is a 21 color 15”x36” screen print, which comes hand signed and numbered by the artist (I’m already drooling over this one). The print has a limited edition run size of 325 and will go on sale at today, Friday, September 30th, at a random time at the Mondo online store for $285 each.

Thursday, September 29, 2011

Trick or Teeth Halloween Mini Figure Series by Motorbot

Trick or Teeth Halloween Mini Figure Series by Motorbot - Zombie Hunch, Mummy Meathead, Glow in the Dark Ghost Goober, Frankenstein Booger and Vampire Treature

This year Motorbot is going all out for Halloween with the creation of the Trick or Teeth mini figure series! Available only during the month of October, Trick or Teeth will include five different and equally terrifying figures: Mummy Meathead, Frankenstein Booger, GID Ghost Goober, Zombie Hunch and Vampire Treature.

Trick or Teeth Halloween Mini Figure Series by Motorbot - Frankenstein Booger Resin Figure & Packaging

Each Trick or Teeth mini figure is made of solid resin, stands 2 inches tall, and comes bagged with a header card. Even better still, each header will have a scratch off portion on the back. Once scratched off, it will reveal either the word "trick" or the word "teeth". Teeth headers can be redeemed for an exclusive mystery figure. As a consolation to those that receive tricks, 10 trick headers can also be redeemed for the same exclusive mystery figure!

Trick or Teeth Halloween Mini Figure Series by Motorbot goes on sale this Friday, September 30th and can be purchased at the Deadbear Studios online store.

NYCC 2011 Exclusive Clear Ugly Unicorn by Rampage Toys

Tenacious Toys x Rampage Toys New York Comic-Con 2011 Exclusive Clear Ugly Unicorn with Metallic Spray

Check it out, Jon Malmstedt of Rampage Toys is about to unleash his Ugly Unicorn sofubi vinyl figure on US soil next month at New York Comic-Con! Sold exclusively at the Tenacious Toys booth, this clear Ugly Unicorn with metallic blue spray is the third painted UU release by Rampage Toys, and looks awesome. I love the way Jon was able to use a blue rub but keep the figure translucent throughout. This is definitely on the top of The Blot’s list of must have NYCC exclusives.

The New York Comic-Con 2011 Exclusive Clear Ugly Unicorn with metallic blue spray has a limited edition run size of 10 pieces, comes bagged with a signed screen printed header card and will retail for $42 at the Tenacious Toys NYCC booth #876. A second NYCC exclusive micro run of Ugly Unicorn is also in the works (most likely on yellow vinyl), which will be sold exclusively at the Lulubell booth.

Super7 Skulletor Milton & Charcoal Flame Honoo by Leecifer

Charcoal Flame Honoo by Leecifer & Super7 Skulletor Milton

Summer BBQs may be over but Honoo is still burning hot! This charcoal grey flame is ready to keep you warm during the chilly days of fall. Leecifer’s first production figure is quickly becoming the new hot Super7 figure and colorways are selling out fasther than you can say Johnny Storm’s catch phrase “Flame On!” Leecifer's Charcoal Flame Honoo is cast in pearl grey vinyl with black and orange sprays and retails for $35 each.

The sweetest thing on Sundae Mountain, Milton rules all as the master of the ice cream universe. Super7's Skulletor Milton ($25) is cast in blue vinyl accented by dark blue, yellow and red sprays. The Blot is always excited to see a release featuring S7’s popular Skulletor color scheme, which pays tribute to everyone’s favorite Master of the Universe villain Skeletor. It even makes cute little Milton look scary!

Charcoal Flame Honoo and Skulletor Milton go on sale this Friday, September 30th, at noon Pacific at the Super7 online store.

Super7 Strawberry GID Foster & Purple Puncher Power Mister by Sun-Min & David Horvath

Super7 Strawberry Glow in the Dark Foster & Purple Puncher Power Mister by Sun-Min & David Horvath

This one’s a week late, but these latest two releases from Super7 were just too cute to ignore. Power Mister by Sun-Min & David Horvath is a bit blue in the face as he is still having difficulty getting his gloves off. This purple puncher is ready to take over the world but will settle for being your best friend for now. Purple Puncher Power Mister ($35) is cast in lavender vinyl with dark blue, silver and light green sprays.

Sandwiched between two glow in the dark cookies, this bright pink strawberry filled Foster will melt your heart if not in your hand. The Strawberry Pink Filled GID Foster ice cream sandwich ($25) is cast in glow vinyl with pink sprays. Power Mister and Foster are both currently available for purchase at the Super7 online store.

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Disney Vinylmation Star Wars Series 2 Teaser Images

Disney Vinylmation Star Wars Open Edition Teaser Images - Mickey Mouse as an X-Wing Pilot, Minnie Mouse as Princess Leia & Donald Duck as a Stormtrooper

Disney recently released the first five teaser images for its upcoming Vinylmation Star Wars releases! There are actually two different series dropping next year, the limited edition Vinylmation Star Wars Series 2 (which will focus on Episode 4: A New Hope), and a series of open edition window box figures that feature Disney characters dressed up as their favorite Star Wars characters.

Disney Vinylmation Star Wars Series 2 Teaser Images - Greedo & Tusken Raider

First up are Greedo and a Tusken Raider from the Star Wars Vinylmation Series 2, and Mickey Mouse as an X-Wing Pilot, Minnie Mouse as Princess Leia & Donald Duck as a Stormtrooper from Disney’s Star Wars Vinylmation open edition window box series. Star Wars Vinylmation Series 2 is currently scheduled for August 2012, while the open edition figures are planned for release in May 2012.

All of the open edition figures were designed by Maria Clapsis. The Star Wars Series 2 figures were designed by Disney Design Group artist Casey Jones.

Toy Review: Green Lantern Mimobots

DC Comics x Mimoco USB Flash Drives - Sinestro and Hal Jordan Green Lantern Mimobots

It’s weird, but as popular as Mimobots are The Blot’s never actually seen one out of its packaging. Thankfully I was able to get my hands on two Green Lantern DC Comics Mimobots recently and give them a proper review. While originally released in conjunction with last summer’s live action Green Lantern movie, the look of these figures is actually based on the comic book version of the characters (hence the yellow ring wielding Sinestro). This is obviously a very good thing since the movie was such a dud!

DC Comics x Mimoco USB Flash Drives - Sinestro and Hal Jordan Green Lantern Mimobots in Packaging

The two Green Lantern Mimobots I received were 2GB Hal Jordan and Sinestro figures and they’re all kinds of awesome! I’ve always thought Mimobots were a cool idea, but seeing them in their packaging always gave me the impression they were too big for everyday use as a portable USB thumb drive. The truth is they’re not as tall or heavy as I originally thought, which are both huge positives in my book. Because of that, if I had one recommendation to Mimoco it would be to change the packaging.

DC Comics x Mimoco Hal Jordan Green Lantern Mimobot USB Flash Drive

I’ve owned a number of USB flash drives over the past few years and I’ve found that I’m actually pretty picky. One of my biggest concerns with thumb drives is whether or not they can fit into the USB slots in all of the various computers I use regularly. I’ve had a number of designer USB flash drives that can’t fit into certain desktop computer USB slots because of their design, and there is nothing more infuriating! That’s definitely not a concern with Mimoco’s Mimobots and their extended heads. Once you pop off the foreheads of Hal and Sinestro, they’re ready to go (and feat easily in all three of my personal and work computers).

DC Comics x Mimoco Hal Jordan Green Lantern Mimobot USB Flash Drive and MAD Zombie Biker 3 Inch Dunny

As a huge DC Comics fan the big draw of these Green Lantern Mimobots are the characters themselves, but they are also come preloaded with Green Lantern themed wallpapers, icons, screensavers, avatars and more! I don’t see myself using these extras, but they’re a nice added touch for those who want to customize their computers with some cool Green Lantern content. The quality control on these figures’ paint jobs is pretty good but by no means perfect. As soon as I opened them up I noticed some blemishes in their designs, however they actually take a pretty good beating floating around in my backpack. That really says something since these are designed to be functional toys.

DC Comics x Mimoco USB Flash Drives - Sinestro and Hal Jordan Green Lantern Mimobots

All in all, I’ve been using my Hal Jordan Mimobot for a couple of weeks now and I really love it. Of all the “designer” USB flash drives I’ve used over the years, these Green Lantern thumb drives are definitely my favorite. Plus, where else can you get your files protected by a Green Lantern’s light? The only thing missing is a little hole in their feet where you can add a lanyard or keychain for extra portability. I’ll also probably choose a higher memory capacity next time around. While 2GB is usually sufficient, it’s hard to resist the pull of a more memory (you can choose from 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB and 64GB). If you’re a fan of DC Comics or any of Mimoco’s other properties including Star Wars, Hello Kitty and Star Wars, then I highly recommend picking up one of these cool USB flash drives.

NYCC 2011 Exclusive Compound Hulk Marvel Universe Action Figure

New York Comic-Con 2011 Exclusive Compound Hulk Marvel Universe Action Figure

Hasbro has announced its first New York Comic-Con 2011 Exclusive and it’s incredible! Well, incredible as in the Incredible Hulk! Hasbro will be releasing a NYCC Exclusive Marvel Universe Compound Hulk 3 ¾” action figure, which is inspired by Hulk #30 by Jeff Parker and Ed McGuinness. In that issue the two hulking enemies were combined into one red-and-green behemoth! The figure is based on the artwork of superstar artist Ed McGuinness, and his artwork adorns the special edition blister card and outer packaging of this limited edition figure!

Hulk Issue #30 Cover Artwork by Ed McGuinness & New York Comic-Con 2011 Exclusive Compound Hulk Marvel Universe Action Figure in Packaging

To be honest The Blot hasn’t read the Hulk in years, but I really love this figure because it reminds me so much of DC’s Silver Age villain the Composite Superman (who looked like half Superman and half Batman). This is definitely going to be a must get for any Incredible Hulk and Red Hulk fan! Be sure to stop by Hasbro’s NYCC booth #302 to pick up your Compound Hulk Marvel Universe action figure for just $11. Any remaining stock will be sold at HasbroToyShop.com after the convention.

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

The Dark Knight Rises Second Look: Anne Hathaway as Catwoman

The Dark Knight Rises Second Look: Anne Hathaway as Catwoman

Thank god! Everyone’s fears surrounding Anne Hathaway’s costume as Catwoman in Christopher Nolan’s third Batman film The Dark Knight Rises can finally be put to rest. Just Jared leaked photos yesterday of Hathaway in a proper Catwoman costume with both a black mask and cat ears! It’s not quite the modern day version of Catwoman everyone was hoping for, but it’s definitely better than the first leaked photos of Hathaway as Selena Kyle seen here. More details to come as they're leaked!

The Dark Knight Rises is scheduled for release on July 20, 2012.

Sketchbot Red Variant by Steve Talkowski

Sketchbot V5 Red Variant Vinyl Figure by Steve Talkowski

The fifth colorway of Steve Talkowski’s popular Sketchbot will be making its world premiere at New York Comic-Con 2011 in just a few short weeks! Sketchbot Variant 5 comes in a rich red color and includes a pretty cool looking Sharpie pen accessory! This Red Variant Sketchbot will be sold exclusively at the myplasticheart NYCC booth #879 for $35 each. And be sure to keep your eyes peeled on the MPH booth because Steve will be in attendance for multiple signings throughout the weekend! After NYCC 2011, the Sketchbot V5 will be available at finer designer toy stores worldwide.

Barneyism of the Week - Hashtags

A ducky tie?
Bro, why do you do this when you know I must slam you for it?

You guys might want to look away cuz this ain’t going to be pretty.

Ready?

Duck, Duck, Gross!

#Burn

#DuckTieSlams

#StinsonRocks

How I Met Your Mother - Neil Patrick Harris as Barney Stinson
- Barney Stinson

"Ducky Tie"

How I Met Your Mother

Toy Dungeon Studios x Danicus Prime King Sputtz & Skullycle Resin Figures

Toy Dungeon Studios x Danicus Prime King Sputtz Resin Figure

Danicus Prime and Toy Dungeon Studios bring you two all new custom resin figures, King Sputtz and Skullycle! King Sputtz, the nemesis to King Sproggy, is the Pharaoh who rules over all of the lower parts of their moon world, Oam-Peltu. He is also quite hell-bent on over throwing King Sproggy, the Sproglits one true and rightful ruler. Hand cast and painted, King Sputtz measures 3” without his crown. Complete with crown and Jewel of The Moon, this piece was specifically made for Toy Dungeon Studios.

Toy Dungeon Studios x Danicus Prime Skullycle Resin Figure

Skullycle, the Pirate Lord of the 7 Black Seas, is a former merc who has devoted himself to the Republic of The Dungeon Studios (“TDS”). The moon planet of Oam-Peltu has 7 Black Seas, only three of which are normal. What lurks in those other four black abysses? No one knows but the Pirate Lord, and he ain’t spilling the booty! Hand cast and painted, Skullycle stands 3” tall and includes a belt made of real leather, and a peg leg made of authentic wood.

Monday, September 26, 2011

SDCC 2011 Exclusive Martian Manhunter Metallic Variant DC Universe Pop! Vinyl Figure Toy Review

San Diego Comic-Con 2011 Exclusive Martian Manhunter Metallic Variant DC Universe Pop! Heroes Vinyl Figure by Funko

It’s hard to explain just how excited The Blot was for Funko’s San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive Martian Manhunter Metallic Variant DC Universe Pop! Heroes vinyl figure. True story: a friend asked if there were any Funko San Diego Comic-Con 2011 exclusives I wanted. At the time Funko had only announced their Disney exclusives and I replied “the only exclusive I’d have to get is if they release a Metallic Martian Manhunter.” Then on the first day of Comic-Con I got an email telling me Funko's DC Comics exclusives, which of course included a metallic J’onn J’onzz of Mars! I was beyond pumped, and it ended up being one of only two SDCC 2011 exclusives I purchased last summer.

The Martian Manhunter has always been one of my favorite DC characters and as you all know I’m a sucker for a limited edition SDCC exclusive colorways. I’d never actually owned one of Funko’s metallic colorways before, but I thought J’onn’s bold look would really be enhanced by metallic paint. I was so right! The Martian Manhunter’s green skill really pops in metallic paint, and it makes the red of his uniform stand out even more than before. There’s not much to J’onn’s uniform but I think that’s what makes it so timeless.

San Diego Comic-Con 2011 Exclusive Martian Manhunter Metallic Variant DC Universe Pop! Heroes Vinyl Figure Packaging by Funko

I am so glad Funko did not go with the Martian Manhunter’s “Brave New World” look with the oval shaped head and military looking cape/collar. However they did use his Brightest Day look, which while not my favorite is way better than the horrible Brave New World look and his new look in the recently rebooted DC Universe (ala Stormwatch #1). There really is only one slight difference between Jonzz’ classic uniform and his Brightest Day uniform, the round Mars looking circle on his chest where his straps meet. But I guess beggars can’t be choosers right? I’m just glad they made a Martian Manhunter Pop! vinyl figure and decided to release him as a Mettalic Variant!

The only real complaint I have about this figure is the sloppy paint job. Sadly, this seems to be a recurring complaint with Funko’s Pop! and Blox toy lines. If Funko could get its quality control in check these toys could be huge! Then again, maybe that’s one of the reasons Funko has been able to keep its prices so long even with relatively low run sizes.

The San Diego Comic-Con 2011 Exclusive Martian Manhunter Metallic Variant DC Universe Pop! Vinyl Figure by Funko stands 3.75” tall, has a rotating head and comes in a displayable window box. The figure has a limited edition run size of 480 pieces and can be purchased here on Amazon.com for just $15.99!

Disney Vinylmation Park Starz Series 1 - Pirates of the Caribbean & Abraham Lincoln

Disney Vinylmation Park Starz Series 1 - President Abraham Lincoln & a Skeleton Pirate from Pirates of the Caribbean

On Friday two more figures from Disney’s Vinylmation Park Starz Series 1 were announced! Park Starz takes classic characters from Disney Theme Parks around the world and reinterprets them as unique collectible vinyl figures. The two new figures announced today are a Skeleton Pirate from Pirates of the Caribbean and Abraham Lincoln, our nation’s 16th president. If you’re wondering what Honest Abe’s connect is to Disney’s theme parks, here’s a little history lesson: The Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln attraction debuted in the State of Illinois pavilion at the 1964-65 New York World's Fair before moving to Disneyland on July 18, 1965. Mr. Lincoln also appears in the Hall of Presidents attraction at Magic Kingdom.

Created by Disney Design Group artists Thomas Scott and Casey Jones, Park Starz Series 1 includes 11 characters and one “mystery chaser” figure. Unlike previous Vinylmation Series, each of the 12 figures in Park Starz Series 1 will be completely different. Disney Vinylmation Park Starz Series 1 will be released in mid to late October 2011.

Nickelodeon x Johnny Cupcakes Collection Episode 1 - SpongeBob, Ren & Stimpy, and Aaahh! Real Monsters

Nickelodeon x Johnny Cupcakes Collection Wave 1 - Ren & Stimpy “Delivery Drivers” t-shirt

On Saturday Johnny Cupcakes released its first wave of Nickelodeon themed t-shirts! Three t-shirts were included in JCxNICK Wave 1, each featuring a different popular animated television show. There is a blue Aaahh!!! Real Monsters “Screamies” t-shirt, a white SpongeBob SquarePants “Spongebob Bakeoff” t-shirt, and a black Ren & Stimpy “Delivery Drivers” t-shirt.

Nickelodeon x Johnny Cupcakes Collection Wave 1 - SpongeBob SquarePants “Spongebob Bakeoff” t-shirt

Nickelodeon x Johnny Cupcakes Collection Wave 1 - Aaahh!!! Real Monsters “Screamies” t-shirt

Each limited edition t-shirt retails for $39.99 and can be purchased from the Johnny Cupcakes online store while supplies last. There are two more Nickelodeon x Johnny Cupcakes waves scheduled over the next four months, but fans can expect even more surprise releases in the coming weeks.

Friday, September 23, 2011

EE Exclusive Sheldon Green Lantern Variant The Big Bang Theory Bobble Head

The Big Bang Theory Bobble Heads by Funko - EntertainmentEarth.com Exclusive Green Lantern T-Shirt Variant Sheldon

As if a set of The Big Bang Theory bobble heads were not enough, check out this neat Entertainment Earth Exclusive Green Lantern T-Shirt Variant Sheldon by Funko! One of my favorite aspects of The Big Bang Theory (besides how funny it is) is all of the DC Comics paraphernalia that shows up in each episode. And more often than, Sheldon can be seen wearing a Flash or Green Lantern logo t-shirt. It’s almost become a trademark of his, and now you can buy a Sheldon bobble head featuring each tee!

The Entertainment Earth Exclusive Green Lantern T-Shirt Variant Sheldon Big Bang Theory Bobble Head stands 6” tall, comes standing atop a name display base and has a limited edition run size of 1,008 pieces. This Wacky Wobbler Bobble Heads is not scheduled to ship until December 10, 2011, but you can pre-order them here for $13.99.

The Big Bang Theory Bobble Heads - Sheldon & Howard

The Big Bang Theory Bobble Heads by Funko - Flash T-Shirt Edition Sheldon Cooper

The Blot’s not usually into bobble heads, but every once in a while a set will be released I really like.  And more often than not they’re based on one of my favorite television shows, like these awesome new The Big Bang Theory bobble heads from Funko! Two Big Bang figures were created, a Sheldon Cooper bobble head wearing an awesome Flash t-shirt and a Howard Wolowitz bobble head in a pimp all purple outfit.  I love that BBT is a Warner Bros show because how else could you get an official bobble head wearing official DC Comics t-shirts!  It's little touches like that, which really make these bobble heads great.

The Big Bang Theory Bobble Heads by Funko - Howard Wolowitz

Each The Big Bang Theory Bobble Head stands 6” tall and comes standing atop a name display base. These two Wacky Wobbler Bobble Heads will not hit store shelves until December 10, 2011, but you can pre-order them here through EntertainmentEarth.com for $12.99 each. Bazinga!!!

Fully Laced Exclusive Obsidian Edition Mictlan Vinyl Figure by Jesse Hernandez

Fully Laced Exclusive Obsidian Edition Mictlan Vinyl Figure by Jesse Hernandez

Tonight the newest colorway of Jesse Hernandez’ popular Mictlan vinyl figure will be released exclusive at Fully Laced in San Francisco. The all black Obsidian Edition Mictlan features a color scheme of both matte and glossy black. This figure will make a killer addition to any collectors Jesse Hernandez collection, and it will look especially dope next to the matching SpankyStokes.com Exclusive Obsidian Ozomahtli figure!

The Obsidian Edition Mictlan by Jesse Hernandez has a limited edition run size of 80 pieces and will be released Friday, September 23rd, exclusively at Fully Laced. In conjunction with the release, Fully Laced will be hosting a special signing with Jesse tonight from 6 - 8pm.

Thursday, September 22, 2011

DC Heroes Skelanimals Plush Figures

DC Heroes Skelanimals Plush Figures by Toynami - Jae the Fox as Batman, Dax the Dog as Superman, Jack the Rabbit as Flash & ChungKee the Panda as Green Lantern

Following in the footsteps of 2010’s popular Marcy Hellboy plush figure comes a new Skelanimals collaboration The Blot definitely did not see coming, the Skelanimals DC Comics Plush Figure Collection by Toynami! You can now collect your favorite Skelanimals pals disguised as the world’s greatest heroes. Dax the Dog has become Superman, Jae the Fox has taken up the mantle of the Batman, ChungKee the Panda has transformed into Green Lantern and Jack the Rabbit is now the Flash.

DC Heroes Skelanimals Clip-On Plush Figures by Toynami - Jae the Fox as Batman, Dax the Dog as Superman, ChungKee the Panda as Green Lantern & Jack the Rabbit as Flash

Even better still, there are three different styles of these DC Comics Skelanimals plush figures to collect! There are the deluxe 10” DC Heroes Skelanimals ($27.99), the 6” mini-plush DC Heroes Skelanimals ($18.99) and the 4” DC Heroes Skelanimals Clip-On plush figures ($8.99). These three lines of DC Heroes Skelanimals won’t hit store shelves until December 2011, but can be pre-ordered here from EntertainmentEarth.com.

NYCC 2011 Exclusive Deadpool Corps Marvel Minimates Box Set

New York Comic-Con 2011 Exclusive Deadpool Corps Marvel Minimates Box Set - Lady Deadpool, Deadpool, Campionpool, Headpool & Kidpool

Wade Wilson, the "Merc with a Mouth", is good at three things: violence, not dying and being a bit funny in the head. So when he was found to be the only one immune to the consciousness-destroying Awareness, he had to team up with his alternate-reality counterparts to form the Deadpool Corps! Lady Deadpool was a rebel who fought against a fascist American government, Kidpool was a student at the Xavier Orphange for Troubled Boys, Championpool has mastered every form of combat in the galaxy and is virtually unbeatable, and Headpool is a disembodied head from a world where everyone is a zombie.

This exclusive four-and-a-half-pack of 2” Marvel Minimates mini-figures from Diamond Select Toys unites the five members of the Deadpool Corps into one killer New York Comic-Con 2011 exclusive box set! Each figure (except Headpool) features 14 points of articulation and includes all of the swords seen in the picture above! The NYCC 2011 Exclusive Deadpool Corps Marvel Minimates Box Set retails for around $20 and can be purchased at the Action Figure Xpress booth #958.

Twin Peaks Screen Print by Tim Doyle

Twin Peaks Screen Print by Tim Doyle

The Blue Starlite Mini-Urban Drive-In commissioned Tim Doyle to produce this poster for their summer screenings of Twin Peaks. Yes, you read that right “screenings”!!! You see the Blue Starlite in Austin has been screening the entire Twin Peaks series all summer long. How freaking cool is that? Twin Peaks is one of The Blot’s all time favorite television shows and Tim did a great job encapsulating the look and feel of the series. Plus he crammed so many great details in this image, including Laura Palmer’s face in the tree limbs, the Red Room in the backround and Bob peering out from the floor.

Twin Peaks by Tim Doyle is a 12”x24” signed and numbered screen print, and features a split fountain in the trees. Twin Peaks has a limited edition run size of 100 pieces, some of which are available via the Nakatomi online store for $30 each. And remember, the owls are not what they seem.

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Me and Mr. Death Resin Figure Set by RX

Me and Mr. Death Resin Figures by RX

Check out these awesome new resin figures RX and Mr. Death! They were designed by Italian designer RX and are based on Gionta’s webcomic RX: Real Life Stories. If you’re not familiar with Gionta’s characters, RX is a pretentious loser still searching for himself after graduating from school. Mr. Death is of course the Grim Reaper who has been trying, unsuccessfully, to get at RX for years. Oh yeah, and he loves beer!

Me and Mr. Death 2 Figure Set and Packaging by RX

Each 3” figure is 100% handmade and comes painted using mixed techniques, including airbrushing & brush painting. Me and Mr. Death has a limited edition run size of just 25 sets, includes a Scythe, TV remote and a beer can, and comes packaged in a full color window box. Even cooler still, each set is packaged with a full diorama. This two figure set is now available via RX’s eBay store.

Barneyism of the Week - Lying

“Have you ever successfully gotten a woman in bed by lying to her?” - Nora

Have I ever…if I’m being totally honest, yes.

“More than once?” - Nora

More than once?
Wow, that’s…I guess if we’re splitting hairs.
Then technically…
There was a plurality to the times I’ve lied to women for sex having purposes.

“What were they?” - Nora

Nines and tens mostly.
There was a four once. She was a slump buster.
But Norah, after that I had a run you would not believe!

Man, honesty feels good!

How I Met Your Mother - Neil Patrick Harris as Barney Stinson
- Barney Stinson

"The Naked Truth"

How I Met Your Mother

Barneyism of the Week - Cleveland

Get ready Cleveland.

The last man to screw you this hard then disappear was Lebron James.

How I Met Your Mother - Neil Patrick Harris as Barney Stinson
- Barney Stinson

"The Best Man"

How I Met Your Mother







This is it, the moment you've all been waiting for...the return of TheBlotSays.com's Barney-ism of the Week feature! After a lengthy hiatus, How I Met Your Mother is back for Season 7 and it is going to be Legend...wait for it...dairy! So suit up and prepare for another year of fabulous Barney Stinson (played by Neil Patrick Harris) quotes.

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

The Hundreds x Premium Goods Houston Texans Tribute Snapback

The Hundreds x Premium Goods Houston Texans Tribute Snapback

As a Houstonian, this last snapback hat featured in The Blot Says' Snapback Day hits particularly close to home! The Hundreds have teamed up with Premium Goods, Houston’s premiere sneaker joint, for a special limited edition hat to kick off what may just be the Texans’ best season ever. This Hundreds x Premium Goods Houston Texans tribute snapback features Houston's hometown football team color scheme (red, white and navy blue), complete with the Premium Goods logo on one said, the Adam Bomb log on the other side and The Hundreds classic raised logo on the front.

The Hundreds x Premium Goods Houston Texans Tribute Snapback retails for $32 each and is available now at The Hundreds online store and at Premium Goods’ Rice Village location in Houston.

Loyal K.N.G. Atama Logo Black Snapback

Loyal K.N.G. Atama Logo Black Snapback #01

Next up in The Blot's Snapback Day is Loyal K.N.G.’s very first snapback hat, which dropped earlier this week.  Isn't it a beauty? Snapback #01 features Atama, Loyal K.N.G.’s mascot, in a striking black and white colorway. This all black hat features white stitching, including the Atama logo in front and the K.N.G. logo on the side, and a white plastic snap. The Loyal K.N.G. Atama Logo Black Snapback #01 has a limited edition run size of only 30 pieces and retails for $35 each. Snag one of these killer snapback while you still can from the Loyal K.N.G. online store.

Icing a la Creme Snapback by Nerdy Fresh

Icing a la Creme Snapback Hat by Nerdy Fresh

It’s Snapback Day at TheBlotSays.com, where throughout the day I’ll be featuring some of my favorite hats currently available via the world wide web. Up first is the Icing a la Creme snapback by Dallas, Texas’ own Nerdy Fresh! This is the design that first turned me on to Nerdy Fresh back in the summer of 2010, and my Icing a la Creme t-shirt is still one of my favorites. At the time, I had no idea this was one of the brand’s first designs and it sold out in a matter of days.

And now Nerdy Fresh is brining the ice back with these sweet snapbacks! The Icing a la Creme Snapback comes in two colorways (Black/Blue and Black/Purple), features a gray under visor and a plastic snapback that matches the colorway’s visor. Each Icing a la Creme hat is currently on sale for $29.99 each and can be purchased at the Nerdy Fresh online store.

Pearl Jam Twenty Documentary by Cameron Crowe World Premiere

Pearl Jam Twenty Official Theatrical One Sheet Movie Poster
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Today is a big day for The Blot as it marks the world premiere of the new Pearl Jam documentary PJ20 directed by Cameron Crowe, which highlights the Seattle band’s twenty year career. Cities all around the globe are hosting one night only screenings of PJ20, to see if there is a theater near you (and if tickets are still available) click here. As you all probably know, The Blot is a lifelong diehard Pearl Jam fan, so of course I bought tickets for Houston’s screening of the film as soon as they went on sale. It’s hard to believe the band has already been around for twenty years! I still remember where I was when I heard the band’s debut album Ten for the very first time. I was 12 years old and at summer camp, and my life would never be the same again…

Pearl Jam Twenty Hardcover Book

If you’re not familiar with Pearl Jam Twenty, it chronicles the years leading up to the band’s formation, the chaos that ensued soon after their rise to mega-stardom, their step back from center state, and the creation of a trusted circle that would surround them…giving way to a work culture that would sustain them for two decades. Told in big themes and bold colors with blistering sound, the film is carved from over 1,200 hours of rarely seen and never before seen footage spanning the band’s career. Pearl Jam Twenty is the definitive portrait of Pearl Jam: part concert film, part intimate insider-hang, part testimonial to the power of music and uncompromising artists.

To coincide with the documentary, Pearl Jam has also released a Pearl Jam Twenty hardcover book ($22) that chronicles the band’s past two decades with a forward by Crowe, an official Pearl Jam Twenty Soundtrack ($16), which includes 2 cds and 29 tracks of rare and unreleased recordings, and the official Pearl Jam Twenty DVD for $14.

Monday, September 19, 2011

The Walking Dead Season 2 One Sheet Television Poster

The Walking Dead Season 2 One Sheet Television Poster

Has it really already been a year since The Walking Dead premiered on AMC!?! Man has time flown by…it seems just like yesterday the little comic book adaptation that could was debuting on television. It was a super short Season 1, but it was excellent (for the most part). Since then the network has fired just about everyone who works behind the scenes on the show and announced it will be splitting Season 2 into two so as minimize the hiatus between seasons. This seems like a horrible idea since Season 2 will also be pretty short, but what can you do? AMC seems determined to ruin all of its popular, critically acclaimed original programming until it’s left with nothing. Someone over there needs to get fired!

The Walking Dead Season 2 is scheduled to premiere on Sunday, October 16th, at 9/8c on AMC. The Season 2 one sheet television poster recreates the eerie image of Season 1’s poster featuring Rick Grimes traveling through a deserted landscape. I don’t want to spoil Season 2 for anyone, but for those of us who have read the comic book series you know the poster does a great job setting the scene for Season 2’s main storyline. I for one am really looking forward to the start of the new TWD season!

The Simpsons Poster by Olly Moss

The Simpsons Poster by Olly Moss

Yesterday on Twitter Olly Moss unveiled this killer Simpsons poster he made featuring Homer. The poster is for a charity screening of classic The Simpsons episodes at The Underground Picturehouse at the Water Poet in Shoreditch on October 6th curated by Ultra Culture and Moss. They’ll be showing a few of their favorite episodes (pre-Season 9 naturally), holding contests and all kinds of other fun stuff all for around $10 with all proceeds going to the Red Cross! No word yet if this awesome The Simpsons screen print will be sold to the public, but it’s probably worth trying to attend just in case! Sadly England is a little far for The Blot to travel for an event like this, but I’m dying to know if there will be prints available nevertheless.

Astro Zombie Resin Figures by Motorbot

Astro Zombie Resin Figures by Motorbot

Motorbot has launched his Formaldehyde Face resin figure into orbit with this glittery Astro colorway! Each space themed Zombie includes a tinted clear resin head with pearl micro glitter in a slick all white suit, making for one pimp undead monster. Even better still, there are four head colors to choose from: Red, Blue, Green and Gray.

Astro Zombie Resin Figures by Motorbot - Blue, Red, Gray & Green

These Astro Zombies stand 4” tall, come bagged with a header and can now be yours for just $25 from the Deadbear Studios online store. Catch one while you can!!!