Paul’s Peg > The Friggen Big Frigate

January 13, 2010 | Paul

Oh those crazy Lego builders are at it again, this time coming up with a Nebulon-B frigate from Star Wars with a length that measures four feet and six inches.

That’s a pretty amazing accomplishment, if you can actually count this as an accomplishment worthy of praise as opposed to curing cancer or saving a baby from a burning building. I do love that there are even little X-Wings and a Millennium Falcon attached to the frigate.

By the way, I do think I just broke the record for the number or times the word “frigate” has appeared in a post on PoeGhostal.com.

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Joes For Tots > The Winners!

January 12, 2010 | Paul

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Well, it’s been a crazy action packed adventure this year, but we can now officially announce the winners of the Joes for Tots contest. It was a tough year for everyone, yet overall this year ended up being slightly bigger than last year despite the crappy state of the economy.

The winners were picked via random number selection which was graciously done by Micheal Crawford of mwctoys.com. The winners are:

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Paul’s Peg > The New AT-AT is Coming…?

January 8, 2010 | Paul

After the success of the big Millennium Falcon ’08 there’s been lots of speculation on what would be the next revamped old school Star Wars vehicle. Lots of Star Wars collecting nerds have been praying to the Maker for a larger scaled AT-AT. Well, it looks like it might be one step closer to reality. Here’s what could be a leaked “big reveal” of an enormous AT-AT.

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Joes For Tots > Sponsorship Spotlight: Luke’s Toy Store

January 4, 2010 | Paul

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Well the time frame for entering Joes for Tots is now over, but that doesn’t mean that we’re all done with checking out what the sponsors are up to. Today we’re checking out Luke’s Toy Store, the awesome sponsor that donated 9 Mini-Mates gift sets from 24, Back to the Future, and The Spirit. Let’s check ’em out!

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Paul’s Peg > New Joe Card Art?

January 1, 2010 | Paul

How’s this for total speculation? Here’s some possible new G.I. Joe card art that surfaced on 4chan.

Now the only reason I’m posting this here is that I would totally dig this art. I’m guessing that it’s probably a fake, but who knows? I really would love to see the return of a more classic card out, since I’ve never liked the Rise of Cobra stuff. I don’t expect a return to the look of the 25th anniversary style, but dang it all, I miss it. This is a nice middle ground that might catch my eye a bit more as I’m looking for toys I can’t afford. What do kids think?

Thanks to: The Terrordrome

Joes For Tots > Sponsorship Spotlight: Articulated Discussion

December 29, 2009 | Paul

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Yeah, I know Christmas is over. There are still awesomeness to be had with our sponsors though and believe it or not, Toys For Tots still needs help. Today’s Sponsorship Spotlight is a bit different considering our sponsor today is not a store, rather its a super awesome blog. Maybe not *as* super awesome as PoeGhostal.com, but pretty super awesome in it’s own right.

I started reading Articulated Discussion since almost its inception and I’ve been hooked ever since. That’s why I’m happy that AD decided to sponsor the Joes For Tots contest with the addition of a Back to the Future electronic DeLorean. What else can you expect from them? Hit the more tag to find out!

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Joes for Tots > More Cool Peeps

December 21, 2009 | Paul

Joes for Tots entries are still coming in, but if you haven’t donated yet there is still plenty of time to help out. While many places are closed for actual toy donations, you can still donate even a small amount online. Aside from helping someone out and possibly getting a nice bonus, remember Poe offered up a sweet unmasked Dark Knight figure as well. Remember, you have until the 31st of December to submit your entry!

Anyway, I thought I’d share a few more of the photo entries I’ve received. This time the theme is pulling some of the entries that qualify as, “The Ladies of Joes For Tots.”

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Joes For Tots > Sponsorship Spotlight: Sideshow Collectibles

December 15, 2009 | Paul

If you haven’t entered Joes For Tots yet, you’re simply crazy. With all the great stuff from sponsors like Sideshow Collectibles (who donated a 12″ Cobra Commander), how could you not enter? Why don’t we check out some of the other cool stuff that Sideshow has to offer why we reflect on our sanity:

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Don’t know what to get that nerd that has everything? Sideshow’s got a guide to try to help you out. I can give you a hint right now, though. Nothing from Bath and Body Works.

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