Awesome Toy Blog » News

More details of Diamond Select Toy’s Battle Beasts minimates at SDCC

MattG — Mon, 21 May 2012 02:30:41 +0000

The details on the Diamond Select Toys SDCC exclusive Battle Beasts Minimates are being teased in an interview at ToyChestNews. Head over and read the whole interview – but here’s an excerpt on what to expect for the toys:

The first Beast toys we’ll have for sale will be a San Diego Comic-Con exclusive two-pack, featuring Vorin with his cloak down and an evil dragonfly character named Zik. Vorin will be in full color for the first time, and he’ll be slightly different from the regular release in the fall, and Zik is a fun character we designed just for this set.

SDCC Exclusive from CS Moore Studio and Zenescope Entertainment 2012 – Grimm Fairy Tales Alice Liddle Action Figure

MattG — Mon, 21 May 2012 02:18:22 +0000

The CS Moore studio and Zenescope Entertaiment have announced their jont 2012 San Diego Comic-con exclusive – the Grimm Fairly Tales Alice Liddle action figure. This variant of the upcoming figure features Alice in a scant red dress and is limited to just 1,700 figures. Alice is the first in the Grimm Fairy Tales line of action figures based on Zenescope’s popular stable of sexy characters. Additional figures are planned in the line, including Snow White, Queen of Hearts and Sela to commemorate Grimm Fairy Tales 2012 release.
The 2012 SDCC exclusive Alice Liddle figure stands 6″ tall, has several points of articulation and includes several accessories (base, rabbit, croquet malley, potions). This figure will cost $39.99 and be available at both the CS Moore Studio (#2800) and Zenescope Entertainment (#2301) booths. For more information, visit www.csmoorestudio.com and www.zenescope.com.

HeroClix Giant-Man from NECA for SDCC 2012

MattG — Sun, 20 May 2012 23:04:41 +0000

NECA’s announced another San Diego Comic-con 2012 exclusive – this time supporting its HeroClix gaming platform. On deck this year is Hank Pym as Giant-Man. This super-sized figure also includes an in-scale Ant-Man figure, meaning you can’t see him! This SDCC 2012 Super Booster is priced at $39.99, check out images below.

Sex Pistols, Big Bang Theory and Hangover Pop! coming from Funko (and some Wacky Wobblers, too)

MattG — Thu, 17 May 2012 04:18:25 +0000

Have you noticed how big Pop! vinyl have become – they’re everywhere! Not only is that awesome, but there’s no signs of them slowing down. Funko sent out a quick email today announcing some upcoming Pop! vinyl and wacky wobblers.

To kick things off, from the hit CBS sitcom ‘The Big Bang Theory’ comes a 5-pack of mini (3″)Wacky Wobblers which collects the whole cast in one box of bobbling fun.

On the Pop! vinyl side, June 28th brings the newest addition to the Pop! Rocks line with the pioneers of punk – the Sex Pistols. Johnny Rotten, Sid Vicious and Steve Jones are all getting the Pop! treatment. A few weeks later, the 5th of July, see Pop! vinyl releases of Sheldon Cooper of ‘Big Bang Theory’ and ‘Alan & Carlos’ from the Hangover. Images of all these new pieces are below. Enjoy!

SDCC Dragon Ball Son Gohan (Special Color Edition) from S.H. Figuarts

MattG — Thu, 17 May 2012 00:08:00 +0000

A second SDCC exclusive from S.H. Figuarts is the Super Saiyan Son Gohan San Diego Comic-con Special Color edition. Perfect for the Dragon Ball fan, this figure includes a cape, multiple faces, interchangeable hand parts and the ability to switch to Super Saiyan 2, this version features intense shadow effect skin coloring and portrays the special bold purple uniform received from Piccolo and worn during Son Gohan’s fight in the Cell Games. Priced at just $30, this 4.5″ figure is likely going to fly out of the convention hall. Check out a gallery below and for more information on Tamashii Nations products go to http://www.facebook.com/Tamashii.USA or http://www.twitter.com/TamashiiNations

Novo Geek offers 4GB Battlestar Galactica memory stick

MattG — Tue, 15 May 2012 00:35:00 +0000

After launching last week, The Novo Geek have a really cool product available this week – 4GB Battlestar Galactica USB drive. Priced at $44.95, this drive is available only at TheNovoGeek.com. You’ll need to act fast – this drive is only available for a week, then a new product launches. Check it out below.

Four Horsemen announced SDCC exclusive Outer Space Men

MattG — Mon, 14 May 2012 03:51:11 +0000

For a third consecutive year, the Four Horsemen will be offering an Outer Space Men debut as their 2012 SDCC exclusive. This year they are offering a pair of figures (Orbitron & Gemini) and their first OSM deluxe – Cyclops. While the details aren’t explicit yet – it is likely that they will be offered at the Action Figures XPress booth. Check out the image below.

SDCC 2012 exclusives from Furry Feline

MattG — Sun, 13 May 2012 22:11:48 +0000

Got some exciting news from the folks over at Furry-Feline.com, a relatively new maker of plush toys – complete with their own fiction and universe. This year they are making their SDCC debut with 2 convention exclusives – Puffridge Dragon and Dragon Master Ringo. Both are completely hand made from fleece. You’ll be able to find Furry Feline at the show in the small press area – table N14. Check out these pieces below.

Star Trek Kreons

MattG — Fri, 11 May 2012 20:48:00 +0000

After the toy fair announcement that Hasbro picked up the Star Trek liscense – there was very limited information on what to expect. With a few months past, and principal filming complete on Star Trek 2, the first image of Star Trek Kreons has shown up online – so I’d say its a safe bet we can expect a Kre-O Enterprise. Enjoy!

S.H. MonsterArts Godzilla “Comic-con Explosion” SDCC exclusive announced

MattG — Fri, 11 May 2012 19:20:51 +0000

Tamashii Nations, Bandai Japan’s collectors label, sent out the official news release on the “Godzilla (Comic-con Explosion) S.H. MonsterArts figure. The 6inch tall (15 inches long, nose to tail) features a fiery color scheme derived from the 1994 movie “Godzilla vs. Space Godzilla”. This high-end collectors figure features 29 points of articulation for ultimate Godzilla poseability. The box art, by prominent Japanese artist Yasushi Torisawa, features Godzilla rampaging the San Diego Convention Center, home of Comic-con (just like the incredible diorama on display at last year’s show!). This great looking figure will be available at the Bluefin booth and will be priced at $55.

You can learn more about Tamashii Nations on their facebook page ( www.facebook.com/Tamashii.USA) and their Twitter (www.twitter.com/TamashiiNations). On their facebok page now they are holding an S.H. Monster Arts survey to help determine future releases and the direction to take the Monster Arts line. Be sure to check that out, and check out the pictures of Godzilla below!