Wednesday, February 29, 2012
COMING SOON: 'PROMETHEUS' & 'ALIEN(S)' TOYS!
Over at NECA, they've posted a little taster of what's to come with their new ALIEN(S) and PROMETHEUS toylines!:Xenomorphs have been around us for over 30 years now. Many iterations have taken this aggressive race to become icons of Horror, Suspense, and even Adventure, and as so, caused many folks with an acute taste to want these creatures in their collections.
NECA’s made several Alien action figures, from almost all of the films in the franchise, including the most recent Aliens Vs Predator:Requiem. This year, we’re bringing even more figures, and we wanted to answer a few of your questions.
New Aliens Warrior Action Figure
From James Cameron’s “Aliens” film, we’re releasing an all new Warrior figure, with removable limbs, fully articulated, and about 9″ tall.
The 2 Colonial Marines
Aboard the warship Sulaco, Ripley is introduced to a team of Colonial Marines, one of which is Corporal Dwayne Hicks. This year, we’ll bring Hicks to life, fully articulated, at about 7″ tall, along with another Colonial Marine, which we’re not yet ready to reveal the identity of.
You can expect the Warrior Aliens to have clean and battle damaged versions and both blue and brown highlights for variety when army building your hive.
1/4 Scale Original Alien Figure
From the 1979 original Ridley Scott film, we’re preparing a release of the 1/4 scale Alien figure. This is the classic Xeno, with the clear dome. Yes – a gorgeously gross Classic Alien that stands over 22inches tall and is fully articulated.
We’ve done a Classic Alien 18-Inch Action Figure in the past, so expect improvements including the enormous figure packaged fully assembled and this Xeno will have new and improved deco over the original release from 2008.
About The Alien Queen Action Figure
Hey, we love the Queen too. She’s one of the scariest, meanest looking creatures in film history. But currently, she’s only in our wishlists. There’s a slight possibility we’ll get to her in 2013, but there’s nothing confirmed yet. One of the reasons we’re not getting to the Queen this year is because…
A Prometheus Line is Coming Up This Summer
We’re extremely excited about the upcoming film from Ridley Scott and have our hands full with a new line of figures. We’ll probably be able to show some Prometheus sculpts by the end of June.
Future For The Lines
We asked on Facebook and Google+ what fans wanted to know about the license and a lot of the questions were about its continuity, if we’re doing a full set of Colonials, etc..
Honestly, it all depends on how well sales go and what our production schedule permits. We are very excited to finally bring you Colonial Marines from Aliens and we hope to bring you a Queen in 2013.
As you’ve seen with Predators, when our fans love it and buy the figures, we expand the line and make more of them.
Did anyone think they would have all of the Lost Preds in figure form?
REJECTED STAR WARS CONCEPTS STRIKES BACK
More fanart of "Rejected Star Wars Concepts", by Jason Geyer! More pics HERE at actionfigureinsider.Boy, I'd love to have that R2 Wet Bar, Carbonite Mini-Fridge, Cloud City Lamp and Jabba Bean Bag Chair! I have the money, Lucas... you just need to make these.
The Big Game Trophies remind me of Anatomically Incorrect Creatures' work:
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
SUPER-TEAM FAMILY... THE LOST ISSUES!
Below are some of my favorites, chosen from many!
SUPER-TEAM FAMILY...THE LOST ISSUES!
*I also added a link under the LINKS area (to the right)
Oh and he takes commissions!
"Custom Covers are available! Price is $100 per cover - I will create a 'Brave and the Bold', "Marvel Team-up" or "Super-Team Family" cover featuring a teaming of whatever two characters you choose. You may select source images or leave it up to me. Please send an email with requests." --Ross.
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Friday, February 24, 2012
SUPER HANDSOME BESPIN LUKE
Hello, what have we here?!Check out Hot Toys' new BESPIN LUKE deluxe figure! The attention to detail is fantastic!
Plus it comes with the Bespin Weathervane for display n' play!
AND special Dagobah Dark Side Cave Vader-Luke Head!
(exclusive version)
RIP: STEVE KORDEK - PINBALL WIZARD
STEVE KORDEK passed away this past Sunday at the age of 100. Kordek developed the TWIN-FLIPPER layout for Pinball Tables (the game's only layout).Rest in Peace, Mr Kordek. Thank you for the wonderful World of Pinball!!!!
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
ENGAGEMENT RINGICON
Check out this killer custom Engagement Ring!The lucky SOB's new Fiancé, LEAH (aka Fire-Redhead) posts:
"My engagement ring that my fiance designed just for me! I love it so much...!"Ring by jeweler theboog17
*thanks Timewaster!
SCOTTY & THE DOCTOR SHARE A DRINK
JimSmash Reader ALLEN ETTER made this pic after commenting on a previous Star Trek/Dr Who post: "I don't know why this idea hit me, but for some reason I just pictured Tom Baker's Doctor Who and Star Trek's Scotty slamming back some Romulan ale...am I a bad person for that?"Thanks Allen!
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
T-SHIRT OF THE DAY: 2 ALIEN ONES FOR YA
I like the "Alien Evolution"... but the inclusion of the Dog Burster has me hesitating a purchase, because I'm not a huge fan of the Dog Alien. Plus it's not really depicting the evolution... the Chestburster & the Dogburster are the same stage of the Alien Life Cycle. Plus I recognize the Source Images, which are mostly Toys. Mostly. I'm a Dork!
*thanks, Timothy O & Matthew S!
And some bonus fun....
How Well Do You Know Your Alien Imagery?
I scare myself sometimes.Monday, February 20, 2012
Friday, February 17, 2012
BEAVIS & BUTTHEAD MADE REAL
My buddy, Glazy, just sent this to me
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