Just a reminder–as much to myself as anyone else–but all entries for Mattel’s MOTUC Create-a-Character contest must be postmarked by December 31. You can find the rules here, and the entry form here.
So, have you entered yet?
What’s Going On? No, seriously–what is going on here?
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UPDATE: Some Poesters feel very strongly that the original video, complete with credits, be given its due. Very well.
My college roommate Jim passed this on to me. Evidently when you go to the Black Brewing Company’s website and are prompted to confirm that you’re over 21 (you may need to disable Adblock to see the pop-up), if you say you’re under 21, the above video is what you see.
It’s actually not working right now, and it’s a cinch that Classic Media/Mattel–to say nothing of 4 Non Blondes–will eventually threaten legal action, so enjoy it while you can!
Oh, and as to what the holy hell is is–that I don’t know.
Odds ‘n Ends > Lego News, Po-rtal-tato, JLU
- There’s been a lot of Lego news this week. First off is Lego’s new girl-oriented brand. I’ve seen some knee-jerk reactions from geeks that the sets are too girly and that it’s wrong to characterize Star Wars/Indiana Jones sets as solely boy-oriented. I agree with the latter statement, but after reading the article, I don’t think that’s what Lego is saying at all. Lego seems to have done their research on this. Girls and boys don’t play the same exact way all the time, and I’m interested to see whether Lego has indeed found a way to appeal to girls more.
- There are also going to be Lord of the Rings Legos. My initial response was, “Did they make those years ago?” But apparently not. As much as I love the movies, frankly I’d be more excited if these were based on the books instead–I’d love a Tom Bombadil playset. But I suppose the movies are more marketable. And maybe we’ll get a videogame.
- Dr. Mrs. Ghostal thinks this Portal 2 PotatOS Science Kit is the coolest thing she’s ever seen.
- PGPoA contributor Monte has a post up at PGPoA Power Pal Generals Joes about the most overrated and underrated modern G.I. Joe figures. For the most part I have no idea who any of these characters are.
- Check out the latest teaser from Spy Monkey Creations. Here’s a hint: Hammer of Chalybeous w/ Glyos fit/form function. Sweet.
- Mattel is considering producing the last six tooled JLU three-packs for diehard collectors. The catch is that, due to the low production numbers, they would cost $50 apiece. Not being a diehard JLU collector, I can’t imagine paying that much for those figures, but I’m the guy (reluctantly) paying $60 for the Star Sisters, so who am I to judge?
Pic of the Day > GI Joe 25th Anniversary/Modern Era – Croc Master by Ed Speir IV
Win a set of DC Direct’s Arkham City: Series One!
This post is an announcement. Scroll down for newer posts.
The first wave of DC Direct Arkham City figures sold out in moments on the site of PGPoA sponsor Figure of the Day. But don’t worry, they’ll have more in stock next week! Be sure to keep an eye out for them.
The good news is, you still have a chance to get a set absolutely free! The folks at Figure of the Day have kindly offered up a set for a contest here on PGPoA. (more…)
Sponsor News > BBTS has Arkham City, Transformers, Star Wars, Marvel & More
Items that I find particularly interesting/cool are in blockquotes. –PG
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NEW PREORDERS
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BATMAN: ARKHAM CITY SERIES 02 – SET, SINGLES
DC Direct has just announced a new wave of figures from the hit video
game. This assortment includes Batman in Detective Mode, Catwoman, Hush,
the Riddler and Jervis Tetch (the Mad Hatter), and we have them listed at
$20.99 each for singles, or $94.99 for the set of 5.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=401& category=7436
TRANSFORMERS ASIAN REISSUES – RODIMUS PRIME, SIDESWIPE
Two more import reissues are on their way soon. These Asian exclusives
are G1 reissues of Rodimus Prime and Sideswipe, and we have them priced at
$62.99 and $47.99, respectively. Note that the pictures that are
currently up are stock photos, and that we are waiting on actual release
pictures.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/
KM-01X KNIGHT MORPHER COMMANDER-X
Mastermind Creations has announced a new version of the Knight Morpher
Commander figure. This one is done in violet to match the Shattered Glass
Optimus Prime versions, and even has a translucent back half. This figure
is limited to 500 pieces worldwide and is priced at $134.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/
Happy Wind Raider Day!
[Here’s the link to the all-in-one page.]
With Demo-Man delayed, I think we can all agree the real reason everyone’s hitting Mattycollector today will be for the Wind Raider. I’ll be interested to see how quickly it sells out. Personally I don’t find the Wind Raider to be all that interesting a vehicle–I’d much rather have gotten the Battle Ram or even the Attack Trak first–but it does look lovely, and the stand is a nice touch.
So just to clarify, everything will ship right away except Demo-Man. If you order Demo-Man, anything bundled with him will have to wait until he arrives at the warehouse in early January. If you want your stuff to ship right away, don’t order Demo-Man. On the other hand, this is your only chance (as far as I know) to actually order him–he won’t go on sale in January when he arrives. So yes, this is kind of a pre-order, amusingly enough.
Then there’s the controversial Battleground Evil-Lyn repaint and the Legion of Super-Heroes 12-pack is on sale again, as is the brand-new Vigo from Ghostbusters II.
So, what are you getting?
Christmas Action Movies > Die Hard 2
So yeah…after some thought, the whole “Poe Ghostal Unpegged” thing seemed like an unnecessary split. Instead, I’m just going to start writing about whatever I want right here on PGPoA. It’s my site and I just can’t write about only toys now. There will still be plenty of toy-related writing, but also stuff like this. I hope you enjoy this new direction, but if not, know that it’s probably either this or PGPoA slowly dies.
I know what you’re thinking. “Poe,” you’re thinking, “why the hell would you make Die Hard 2 your inaugural Christmas Action Movie post, instead of the far superior Die Hard?” Well, the main reason is that I’ve seen Die Hard about two dozen times and Die Hard 2 maybe three times, and two of those times have been over the last two Christmases. It’s fun to change things up occasionally. I’ll get to Die Hard eventually, worry not. (more…)
Pic of the Day > Garindan by ElDave
Ask Mattel > Answers for December 14, 2011
Gargamel asks: Will we see a Movie Masters line for the Tim Burton Batman films in the near future?
There are no plans for now, but it’s a good idea that we’ll consider.
Rich asks: Wow, that Legion 12-pack sold really well! And quickly! I know that you’ve barely planned 2012, and 2013 is a long way off your radar, but if you’re considering another 12-pack, would you help fill out all of our DCUC teams with a “Women of the DC Universe” 12-pack? In one fell swoop, you could give us Elasti-Girl (Doom Patrol); Platinum (Metal Men); Ice and Fire (JLI); Hawkgirl II (Kendra) (JLA/Modern JSA); Vixen (JLA); Huntress (JLA/Birds Of Prey); Phantom Lady (JSA/Freedom Fighters); Mera (JLA/Aquaman); Jade (Infinity Inc/JLA); Batwoman (Batman Inc) & Dr Light II (JLI), for example. Would you consider diversifying many teams at once with this approach? DC’s line of busts have already featured 7 of these characters, so there’s more than enough appeal for Kendra/Mera/Phantom Lady/Vixen/Batwoman/Huntress/