Ript Apparel has two designs today. One is for Transformers fans and the other mixes Batman and Superman. Roar of Extinction and Yin Yang of Justice from zerobriant and AndyDaRoo will be for sale on June 19, 2014 only!
Roar of Extinction by zerobriant
Yin Yang of Justice by AndyDaRoo
The most dangerous villains are coming to FOX this fall in Gotham.
Scarecrow has returned to unite the Rogues Gallery and has enlisted the Arkham Knight and his immense military force to bring all-out War to Gotham City and destroy the Batman once and for all. The Dark Knight must utilize the Batmobile’s newly-revealed Battle Mode, as well as his full arsenal of abilities, to protect his city from complete destruction.
Batman won’t be cruising in Europe to fight crime break the speed laws as part of the Gumball 3000. A replica of the Tumbler Batmobile, made famous in the Christopher Nolan Batman trilogy, was to be driven by Team Galag in the infamous race.
Team Galag is pointing the finger as to why they can’t run the 5,000 lb car at the folks who built it, Parker Brother Concepts.
Galag’s statement from its Facebook page.
Due to the substandard work put into it, the Tumbler can’t take part in the Gumball. Parker Brothers Concepts have been given a year to fix the issues that were faced last year but chose not to do any work until it was too late to make any difference. We have been misled many times and were told that progress was being made and chose to put our trust in their word. Unfortunately, even after many conversations regarding the preparation of the Tumbler, they had chosen not to work on it and instead used that crucial time in order to promote themselves using our property. They are also refusing to hand over the license plates in order to be able to drive the Tumbler legally on the road. We have never dealt with such lack of professionalism and integrity as we have with these people. We apologize if this disappoints any of you but trust us, we really tried to get it done for the rally but they had worked hard and succeeded in preventing us from doing so…
Parker Brothers has, so far, not issued a counter statement.
(via Autoblog)
Summer’s here, and the time is right for a whole bunch of new product announcements from Diamond Select Toys! These items are all in the June issue of Previews, the monthly catalog of Diamond Comic Distributors, and most will be released sometime in the fall, but you can pre-order them all today at your local comic shop or your favorite online retailer!
Aliens Alien Warrior Vinyl Bust Bank
A Diamond Select Toys release! What’s inside an alien besides acid blood, a metal tongue and spite? Your money! This 8″ vinyl bank of a warrior-class xenomorph from the sci-fi classic Aliens may have a coin slot on the back and an access door on the bottom, but it looks just like a high-quality collectible bust! A detailed sculpt and paint job make this a must-have item for any Aliens collection. (Item #JUN142092, SRP: $22.99)
Back to the Future 2 Cafe ’80s Logo Pint Glass
A Diamond Select Toys release! Remember the 1980s? The Back to the Future movies may have given us an unrealistic vision of the future, but one thing they got right was the love for everything 1980s! This pint glass is adorned with the logo of Cafe ’80s, the theme restaurant visited by Marty McFly in 2015. Remember the 1980s (and the Back to the Future films!) with this nostalgic addition to DST’s Reelware line! (Item #JUN142087, SRP $10.99)
Back to the Future 2 Biff Tannen’s Pleasure Paradise Pint Glass
A Diamond Select Toys release! Raise a glass to America’s greatest folk hero with the latest glass in the Glasses to Go line! Inspired by the world of Back to the Future Part II, this pint glass bears the logo of Biff Tannen’s Pleasure Paradise, the den of iniquity seen in the corrupted version of 1985. Forget your troubles (and your alternate futures) with a drink at Biff’s! (Item #DEC138389, SRP $10.99)
Back to the Future 2 Biff Tannen’s Pleasure Paradise Shot Glass
A Diamond Select Toys release! Welcome to 1985! If you were ringing in the new year in the bar at Biff Tannen’s Pleasure Paradise, you might be raising a shot glass bearing the logo of the famous hotel and casino, as seen in Back to the Future Part II. Sure, that timeline was erased, but this commemorative shot glass can be yours forever! (Item #DEC138388, SRP: $5.99)
Back to the Future 2 Biff Tannen’s Pleasure Paradise Poker Set
A Diamond Select Toys release! Betting on sporting events is how Biff Tannen made all his money in Back to the Future Part II, so why not make your own luck at the poker tables of Biff Tannen’s Pleasure Paradise? This stylish carrying case contains a full set of poker chips featuring the BTPP logo, plus a similarly decorated deck of playing cards. (Item #DEC138391, SRP: $99.99)
Back to the Future 2 Biff Tannen’s Pleasure Paradise Zippo Lighter
A Diamond Select Toys Release! The Zippo lighter is one of the most distinctive lighters ever made, and we can imagine this all-new Zippo design being sold in Biff Tannen’s hotel and casino, located in the heart of Hill Valley. Flip open this metal Zippo lighter sporting the Pleasure Paradise logo, and it’s sure to warm the dampest spirits. Comes packaged in a full-color collector case. (Item #DEC138390, SRP $29.99)
Batman Classic TV Series Batman Vinyl Bank
A Diamond Select Toys release! This is one bank the Joker won’t dare to rob! Standing 8 inches tall, this vinyl bank depicts Batman as he appeared in the Batman Classic TV Series. With a coin slot on the back and an access door on the bottom, this bust bank of Batman also features collector-quality sculpting and paint applications, and is the perfect addition to any Batman collection. (Item #JUN142088, SRP: $22.99)
Godzilla Mechagodzilla Metal Bottle Opener
A Diamond Select Toys release! Constructed of Space Titanium, Mechagodzilla battled the real Godzilla to a standstill on more than one occasion, and was only defeated when his head was torn completely from his body. Now his head lives on as the newest Godzilla bottle opener from DST! Made of solid metal, this 4″ tall rendering of Mechagodzilla’s noggin can hang on your refrigerator or slip into your pocket, ready at a moment’s notice to open a bottle, or possibly destroy Tokyo. Comes packaged in a collector case with a full-color slipcover. (Item #JUN142091, SRP: $18.00)
Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back Buddy Christ Vinyl Bank
A Diamond Select Toys release! Show your faith in Kevin Smith with this 10-inch vinyl bank of Buddy Christ, as seen in Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back! With a coin slot in his back and an access door on the bottom, this vinyl bank brings new meaning to the phrase “Jesus Saves!” (Item #JUN142094, SRP: $22.99)
Marvel Minimates Zombie Villains Series 2 Box Set
A Diamond Select Toys release! The Villain Zombies are back, to take another bite out of the Marvel Minimates line! This time, Zombie Dr Doom, Zombie Morbius, Zombie Kingpin and Zombie Sabretooth make up the box set, which should have your Marvel heroes quaking in their boots. Each Minimate stands 2 inches tall and features interchangeable parts and accessories. (Item #JUN142082, SRP: $19.99)
Marvel Select Amazing Spider-Man 2 Action Figure With Base
A Diamond Select Toys release! Due to popular demand, the Amazing Spider-Man is back in a second edition, the same great figure with different accessories! This 7-inch-scale figure still depicts Spidey in his brand-new costume, and features 16 points of articulation, but now it includes a wall-mountable New York City display base! Figure also includes one interchangeable hand and two modular weblines. Comes packaged in display-ready Select packaging with spine reference artwork. Designed and sculpted by Gentle Giant! (Item #FEB148390, SRP $24.99)
Pathfinder Minimates Series 1 Box Set
A Diamond Select Toys Release! From across the world of Golarion come representatives of four of the most well-known races of the Pathfinder RPG! This four-pack of 2-inch Minimates mini-figures includes the heroic Valeros, Human Fighter; the heavily armed Harsk, Dwarf Ranger; the mysterious Merisiel, Elf Rogue; and a vicious Goblin Warrior. Each Minimate features interchangeable parts and accessories. Packaged on a blister card. Designed by Art Asylum! (Item #JUN142089, SRP: $19.99)
Pulp Fiction 20th Anniversary Minimates Jackrabbit Slim’s Box Set
A Diamond Select Toys release! The first Minimates box set for Quentin Tarantino’s groundbreaking film Pulp Fiction is here, and it’s headed to Jackrabbit Slim’s! This four-pack of 2-inch mini-figures re-creates Vince and Mia Wallace’s night out at the 1950s-themed diner and includes exclusive Minimates of Vince, Mia, Lance and Jodie! Each Minimate features 14 points of articulation and a variety of interchangeable parts and accessories. (Item #JUN142093, SRP: $19.99)
Star Trek 3 U.S.S. Excelsior NX-2000 Electronic Starship
A Diamond Select Toys release! Hot off the assembly line, it’s the test version of the U.S.S. Excelsior! As seen in Star Trek III: The Search for Spock, the NX-2000 Excelsior features button-activated lights, plus all-new sound effects and dialogue taken straight from the film, including lines by the ship’s boastful commander, Captain Styles! Measuring 18 inches long, the Excelsior comes packaged in try-me packaging. (Item #JUN142090, SRP: $60.00)
Walking Dead Michonne Vinyl Bust Bank
A Diamond Select Toys release! Zombie banks beware, there’s a new, more deadly bank in town! Joining Rick in his battle against the undead, Michonne is the next 8-inch bank in DST’s Walking Dead line. The perfect companion to our two Pet Zombie banks, this bank of Michonne has a coin slot in the back and an access door in the base, but has the sculpting and detail of a collectible bust. (Item #JUN142081, SRP: $22.99)
Batman Classic TV Series Batman Bust
Holy Bat-busts, Batman! DST kicks off their line of resin busts based on the Batman Classic TV Show with none other than Batman himself, as portrayed by Adam West! This bust measures 6 inches tall, and is in scale to other DC superhero bust releases. Batman will be the keystone to any Classic Batman TV Show collection, so pick him up before Robin, the Joker and the Riddler arrive on the scene! Designed by Barry Bradfield! Sculpted by Jean St. Jean! (Item #NOV131814, SRP: $60.00)
Marvel Minimates Series 55 Captain America: The Winter Soldier Asst.
A Diamond Select Release! The newest batch of Marvel Minimates is based on the hit movie Captain America: The WInter Soldier, and includes four different 2-packs: Stealth Uniform Captain America vs. Brock Rumlow, Classic Captain America vs. Winter Soldier, Black Widow with Falcon and Agent Sitwell with Batroc. Each Minimate stands 2 inches tall with 14 points of articulation and features a variety of interchangeable parts and accessories. Exclusively at comic shops and specialty stores! Designed and Sculpted by Art Asylum! (Item #DEC131824, SRP: $9.99/2-pack)
Some more insight in what we can expect for next year’s Batman: Arkham Knight.
It was new comic book day yesterday. What got everyone excited? What was the best one you read so far?
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DC Collectibles is bringing us figures from the best cartoon version (some may say best version period) of Batman and his rouges, in a new 6″ scale, with the Batman: The Animated Series Action Figures. This cartoon was my first introduction to the caped crusader, after cutting my teeth on Darkwing Duck. I have much love for this series and the others it spawned; Superman and the Justice League shows. I collected more figures from the Justice League shows than from Batman, so I am very happy to see these new figures. Everything about these toys looks great; scale, sculpt, paint, and the amazing level of articulation. I can’t wait to see these in stores. Let’s take a look at the lineups as well as each figure.
Series 1 features Batman, Catwoman, Mr. Freeze, and Two-Face and will be released in quarter 3 of 2014.
Series 2 features Robin, Joker, Poison Ivy, and Man-Bat and will be released at the end of 2014.
Series 1
Batman
The Dark Knight himself. I love the cape over shoulders look, I’ve always felt this was the best look for a Batman figure. The type of material the cape is made from will have an impact on the range of motion on the shoulder though. This is a must and obvious buy. I do find it odd that Batman is from the New Batman Adventures instead of The Animated Series. I would have liked to have seen the original blue/grey suit with yellow symbol first out of the gate.
Catwoman
Really happy to see classic Catwoman here instead of her New Adventures look. I never liked the goth costume and pale blue skin Selina got with her redesign. This look is the go to Catwoman design for me. I’m hoping she comes with a whip and if we’re lucky, maybe Isis too. Not really a locked in purchase for me, it’ll be a wait and see on Ms. Kyle here.
Mr. Freeze
My personal biggest disappointment with the whole line-up. Mr. Freeze is recreated here in his New Adventures look instead of his classic Animated Series appearance. His debut episode, Heart of Ice, won an Emmy for crying out loud. The episode was so good DC retconned his comic book origin to align with the episode by introducing Nora Fires. So why DCC chose to go with this version is beyond me. I’ll be waiting for the (hopefully) original version to be released.
Two-Face
I’m not 100% sure which version of Two-Face DCC is listing this guy as, Animated or New. Out of all the main characters, Harvey certainly got the least amount of redesign (for his brief appearance) when the show was overhauled (next to Harley). I’m counting this as an Animated Series figure. DCC has assured fans that Mr. Dent WILL come with his trademark coin as well as gas mask and gun. I’m holding out hope for a white half mask to go over his scarred face.
Series 2:
Robin
Dick Grayson as Robin makes his debut in series 2. I always liked the design of this Robin. The look and the attitude really struck a balance between youthful wonderment and seriousness of being a hero. Next to the last Robin costume that Tim Drake wore before the New52 relaunch, this is my favorite Robin look. No word on accessories, but I guessing a grapple gun perhaps. Not having an Animated Series Batman to stand side-by-side with Animated Series Robin is a tiny little dagger in my heart. Hopefully it wont be too long until we can have the dynamic duo paired up from both shows.
Joker
Hey, hey Mr. J. So happy to see Joker here in his classic look. For me, removing his lipstick, whitening the teeth, and blacking out the eyes made him less crazy and scary looking. This is the bat-s#@t crazy Joker we all know and love. That maniacal grin is so perfect, you can almost Mark Hamill’s voice coming out from behind those yellow teeth. If we don’t get a Joker fish with this one, DCC should hang there head in shame.
Poison Ivy
My 2nd biggest disappointment with this line. Poison Ivy’s New Adventure redesign was awful. She was went from a strong, independent (albeit wacko) woman an was changed into a crazy goth/hippy chick with green tinted skin (what was that all about in the New Adventures?). I was never a fan of this version as her Animated Series design hit all the right notes and was basically perfect. This one will be a pass for me.
Man-Bat
Man-Bat out of nowhere! I don’t think anyone saw this guy rounding out series 2. Harley was the fan favourite selection to match with Joker, but she’ll probably be in series 3. Man-Bat seems to have the least amount of articulation when compared to the all the other figures. Which is a shame, since he’s the only one that can fly. A ball jointed shoulder would seem like an obvious thing to include, but at least give us ELBOWS. Hopefully Langstrom will receive a few tweaks in the articulation department before release.
For those keeping the score, the series breakdown looks like this:
Batman: The Animated Series figure count = 5
The New Batman Adventures figure count = 3
DCC mentioned previously that just because a figure from one show is made, that doesn’t mean we won’t see a release of that figure from the other. I can assume it’s safe to say we’ll see both versions of Batman, Robin, and probably the Joker. This is great for those who only like a certain version of the character and not the other. Good move DCC.
Overall, I am really looking forward to this line as whole. We are getting some great figures from a pair really great and classic cartoons. What I love most about this, is this is basically a love letter to fans from DCC. These shows have been of the air for years and there are plenty of other things DCC could be making. Instead we get figures that, for some, mean a great deal to us, and have strong ties to our childhoods. If this was strictly a financial decision or as a sincere thank you to fans DCC has made a great choice in making this figures. I hope this line does very well and we continue to receive more down the road. With how many Justice League/Justice League Unlimited figures I bought back in the day, if DCC gets around to making figure like these from those shows, I might need to re-finance my house.
Hi folks! Have you been reading my reviews and news articles and wondered, “What does this Adonis, this Cadillac of men sound like?” Well, here’s your answer! Below you’ll find my first video review. I’ll do these in between regular reviews just to spice things up. I had a few technical issues and I’m still learning the ropes of video production. I haven’t really done much video work since high school and we used Video Toaster back then (insert old joke here).
With that in mind, please be kind. Hope you enjoy.
PS. If anyone knows quick way to add some art to the sides of the video, since I shoot it in portrait, I would appreciate the help. Thanks!
