Category: Essentials
Wal-Mart Exclusive Superman Comic Creates Controversy
At Wal-Marts all over the country, DC Comics makes stories available featuring their greatest heroes. The general purpose seems to be to get comics in the hands of new readers, perhaps even those that do not have easy access to a comic book shop. The general public will read this as "kids," and in some cases, they're not far off. That's why it's disturbing that the original content offered up in Superman Giant #7 is literally twelve pages of Lois Lane being repeatedly tortured and murdered.
Brian Michael Bendis Teases 2019 Projects
For the new year, writer Brian Michael Bendis sent out ten teaser images for projects upcoming in 2019. Bendis left Marvel for DC Comics in 2018, and immediately set out to make his presence felt on the flagship Superman title Action Comics. Below are the ten images, with identifiers of what they are.
Geoffreys Toy Box AKA Toys R Us?
By now you have all heard that the bankruptcy for Toys R Us is being cancelled (the sale of rights per say) and the company is planning a comeback. Would you guys believe that this might have been planned as early as Summer of 2017? New information is coming out that yes, it was talked
DC Daily-First look at Dick Grayson and Jason Todd
From DC Daily- DC fans, here is a first look at Dick Grayson and Jason Todd from Titans. While this might not be the Titans you are looking for, I for one will subscribe so I can see this and much more from DC! Also Happy Batman day folks! Check out the video below.
RIP Toys R Us- We Miss You Already
As of Thursday and Friday, Toys R Us is no more. Such a shame folks as this was everyone’s toy store. I have deep rooted history with this company and even though our divorce was messy, I very much still loved the company. Yes, I am a Toys R Us kid and I always will
Ultimate Comics Break In- They need Your Help!
Ultimate Comics in North Carolina experienced something truly awful as all three of their stores were broken into on 6/10/18. Anytime we have to report on these situations, it ticks us off. As someone who works in the industry, things like this can be devastating. Ultimate is reporting a loss of around 20,000 dollars. In
Hasbro Purchases Power Rangers and More!
We’ve received a press release from Hasbro, detailing their latest acquisitions. We already knew Hasbro was going to be the Master Toy License holder but now, things have changed for the better. Hasbro has completed a deal to completely purchase the Power Rangers brand, and more! Some of the other brands include 80’s icons My Pet Monster and Popples.. Check
New Star Wars Animated Series Announced -Resistance
Star Wars.com has announced a new Star Wars animated series and this one will revolve prior to The Force Awakens and its called Resistance! While many were hoping for a new show that would have brought some of the Rebels back, it is not the right time. It’s hard to gauge excitement for this one
Star Wars Black Series 6-Inch Swoop Bike with Enfys Nest
It looks like the next 6 inch Star Wars Black vehicle will be a Swoop Bike with Enfys Nest. Look for pre-orders to open up sometime in the very near future and the SRP on this will be $59.99. More to come.
Star Wars The Vintage Collection will be Released at Midnight
Many fans have waited patiently for the return of the Star Wars Vintage Collection. Their wait is almost over as the cases are street dated for tomorrow! What that means is we will all be able to get new highly articulated Star Wars figures on vintage style cardbacks! While these have already hit small mom
PSA- Toys R Us and How to Respond to the Closures
Here is a friendly PSA concerning how to respond to the pending liquidation sales and store closures. Folks it’s critical that we show compassion to these people. They will be loosing their jobs, livelihoods and most importantly, their company. The employees are not at fault for bad leadership and nor should they be held responsible.
Toys R Us Liquidations Begin on Thursday, March 22nd- UPDATE
The pending liquidation of Toys R Us has been delayed. A court junction was issued yesterday stalling the sales. Reports are circling that vendors are requesting their merchandise back due to a lack of payment AND stores did not receive the proper signage. We were told that the sales could start as early as Friday or be completely moved to a different date. Information was also relaid that the bid to save some of the stores has failed.