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Crazy Ideas: Superman’s Secret Identity To Everyone
Superman maintains a secret identity as Clark Kent. Everyone knows about it and the lengths that he goes to maintain it. However, what if his story was written from the beginning to be a mystery to even the reader?
DC UNIVERSE Originals – First Episodes Available for FREE for limited time!
Exciting news coming from DC UNIVERSE, starting this weekend and for a limited time, the first episodes of each exclusive original series: TITANS, DOOM PATROL and YOUNG JUSTICE: OUTSIDERS will be available for anyone to view without a subscription. For anyone who hasn’t yet subscribed to the one-of-a-kind digital service, now is the chance to
Playmobil Dragons Toothless Review
Have you seen the new Dreamworks How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World yet? If not then you are missing something special. This is the 3rd film in the series and we are introduced to some major new characters such as Light Fury. With this release we have new toys and today we are
Luke Skywalker Dagobah is Coming to the Black Series
Luke Skywalker (Dagobah) has won the fans choice and will be going into production! This news comes right from Hasbro Pulse on Instagram. Good news indeed.
Avengers Endgame Marvel Legends 2019
Packaging photos have surfaced showing the next Avengers Marvel Legends figures. This assortment includes two figures from Avengers: Endgame, 1 from Avengers: Infinity War and 4 from Marvel Comics. The figures include a new Thanos Build-A-Figure from Avengers: Endgame. Here is the breakdown: Avengers: Endgame – Captain America Avengers: Endgame – Ronin Avengers: Infinity War
Mego Freddy Krueger Review
Mego has brought forth the man of your dreams, or nightmares. We're looking at the new eight inch, retro styled Freddy Krueger from A Nightmare on Elm Street.
Mego Invisible Man Review
Mego has released a new wave of eight inch, retro styled figures. Today we're trying our best to see the Invisible Man!
Jabba’s Sail Barge Getting Ready to Ship
The We Backed The Barge Facebook group posted an exciting image on Facebook! Jabba’s Sail Barge has arrived and is getting ready to enter homes! Remember, this ships March 4th!
Square Enix- Toy Fair 2019
Square Enix will round out this years Toy Fair and what a year it was. 2019 will be a long year for many collectors and toy companies alike. let’s look at some killer pieces from Square Enix! Kingdom Hearts! Also look for a full Toy Fair breakdown report next week. Now for the images.
Diamond Select Toys- Toy Fair 2019
DST had several surprises this year and a packed booth. DST is growing each year and with the addition of Gentle Giant, DST will soon need a bigger booth for Toy Fair! More properties are being added and plenty more could be coming! Some of the highlights include:
Playmobil Toy Fair 2019
Playmobil had a wonderful showroom this year and for the very first time, we get to see the toys for the Playmobil movie! Yes there is a movie on the way and yes, the toys look amazing. There will be 2 series for the bling bags and look for playsets to coincide with the movie! Besides the movie toys, Playmobil also showcased toys for the new How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World.
Bandai Toy Fair 2019- DBZ, Big Hero 6 & Godzilla!!
Bandai showcased new releases for Dragon Ball, Godzilla and Big Hero 6. They will be introducing larger Dragon Ball figures this year in a 5 POA format and the retail price will be around 10-12 dollars each. Bandai will also be releasing a new 5 inch scale assortment and each figure will be highly articulated. Dragon Ball Stars will continue and look for more waves throughout the year.
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