Archive for November, 2009

Ewok 2 Pack (Paploo & Nho’Apakk)

Ewok 2 Pack (Paploo & Nho’Apakk)

It amazes he me how many people online profess hatred for the Ewoks in “Return of the Jedi.” You would think if that many folks despised them, they would be peg warming every time they released a new one.  But they don’t. People snag the little critters when they see them. I’ve said it before, […]

November 29, 2009 | By | 5 Replies More
Alpha Flight Desktop Wallpaper

Alpha Flight Desktop Wallpaper

I had started reading Alpha Flight about halfway through the first series. At that point, Marvel decided to take the book subscription only or comic shop distributed. Without a comic shop in my hometown, I ended up not getting anymore of them. When ToyBiz brought out their Alpha Flight 2-packs, I couldn’t resist this one. […]

November 28, 2009 | By | Reply More
The Simpsons Bunch Desktop Wallpaper

The Simpsons Bunch Desktop Wallpaper

For the toy fans out there, here’s a desktop wallpaper that combines two of the most popular sitcom families, the Bradys and the Simpsons. Yeah, there was a couch gag that ended with this image with different characters. I didn’t know that until after I made it. (Click the image for the full wallpaper size.) […]

November 27, 2009 | By | 2 Replies More
Snake Eyes (Paris Pursuit)

Snake Eyes (Paris Pursuit)

Snake Eyes (Paris Pursuit) is arguably among the coolest figures from the movie line, even though if it’s not the most pose-able of the bunch, and it succeeds in providing a refreshing new look for the character.

Errex Score: 95/100

November 26, 2009 | By | 2 Replies More
I Feel Like Chicken Tonight

I Feel Like Chicken Tonight

Okay. Thanksgiving is Turkey Time. I know. But, I didn’t have a turkey accessory and this was pretty close.

November 23, 2009 | By | Reply More
Princess Leia (Jabba’s Prisoner)

Princess Leia (Jabba’s Prisoner)

Back in 1997, when the first “Slave Girl” or “Dancing Girl” Leia came out, it was a figure that I thought would never get made. However, this year’s “Legacy” series from Hasbro has brought another new version of this figure. Obviously, this version of Leia is popular with the fanboys. It’s tough as nails Princess […]

November 22, 2009 | By | 6 Replies More
Conrad “Duke” Hauser (Reactive Impact Armor)

Conrad “Duke” Hauser (Reactive Impact Armor)

After getting the previous version of Duke (the Desert Ambush version), I was not too interested on picking up this one too, but after seeing it in person, I decided to take the plunge and get it.

November 19, 2009 | By | Reply More
Flowers for Who? (Part 3)

Flowers for Who? (Part 3)

Bet you thought I couldn’t come up with another flower accessory did you? Well, I did. I’d rate this one “Moderate” difficulty.

November 17, 2009 | By | 5 Replies More
Storm Shadow (Paris Pursuit)

Storm Shadow (Paris Pursuit)

Hasbro released the Storm Shadow (Paris Pursuit) figure in 2009 as part of the second wave of figures from the G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra line, based on the appearance of the character in the motion picture of the same name.

November 13, 2009 | By | 2 Replies More
Riese The Series – Episode 1

Riese The Series – Episode 1

I found out about “Riese” awhile back on Twitter. The allure of a Steampunk series was a huge draw to me . You may have noticed the banners on the site for the series over the past month or so. Let’s just say my interest was piqued. The first episode of this web series has […]

November 12, 2009 | By | Reply More
Flowers for Who? (Part 2)

Flowers for Who? (Part 2)

Since last weeks flowers turned out to be the easiest “Name That…” yet, I thought we’d continue the flower theme this week. I’m guessing this one will be a bit harder.   

November 10, 2009 | By | 1 Reply More
Cobra Elite Viper

Cobra Elite Viper

As of this writing, I haven’t watched “GI Joe: Rise of Cobra” yet. I will, I just haven’t had a chance yet. Overall, the movie line of GI Joe figures has grown on me. However, the nearest Wal-Mart reduced their prices on the standard figures to $6. That makes me like them a whole lot […]

November 8, 2009 | By | 6 Replies More
Deluxe Deadpool with Missile Cannon

Deluxe Deadpool with Missile Cannon

Hasbro released Deadpool with Missile Launcher Cannon in 2009 as part of the Deluxe assortment of toys based on the X-Men Origins: Wolverine movie. This release is based on his comic appearance and includes a big accessory for the figure. Deadpool is a character first introduced as a villain in X-Force #98, but proved popular enough […]

November 6, 2009 | By | Reply More
Why The New “V” Doesn’t Work for This Nerd

Why The New “V” Doesn’t Work for This Nerd

I’ll be up front with you. I didn’t really watch the original mini series or full season runs of the original “V.” I can’t tell you why, it seems like something my young mind would have liked at the time. I remember watching a few of them, but never really following it. So I think, […]

November 6, 2009 | By | 3 Replies More
“The Abominable Dr. Phibes” Film Review

“The Abominable Dr. Phibes” Film Review

I was really excited to this film turn up on Turner Classics this past weekend for Halloween.  It’s been at least a decade since I last saw it on television. Not that it hasn’t been on necessarily, but with the channel guides it’s a lot easier to find when some of the more obscure films […]

November 5, 2009 | By | 1 Reply More
Flowers for Who?

Flowers for Who?

I saw the film this was in recently. (I think this one will be easy.)

November 2, 2009 | By | 2 Replies More