We’ve already seen the TMNT figures based Eastman and Laird’s designs, now we have a pic of April O’Neil in “Not Final Art Form”. image via Toynewsi.com
Author: Stephen Schleicher
Stephen Schleicher
Stephen Schleicher began his career writing for the Digital Media Online community of sites, including Digital Producer and Creative Mac covering all aspects of the digital content creation industry. He then moved on to consumer technology, and began the Coolness Roundup podcast. A writing fool, Stephen has freelanced for Sci-Fi Channel's Technology Blog, and Gizmodo. Still longing for the good ol' days, Stephen launched Major Spoilers in July 2006, because he is a glutton for punishment. You can follow him on Twitter @MajorSpoilers and tell him your darkest secrets...
Here is the New Comic Release list for comics scheduled to be in stores February 20, 2008. There may be items on this list that are not shipped at the last minute, or new material may be added. Check with your local retailer for more details. This list was last updated February 18, 2008.
Dark Horse Comics has sent Major Spoilers cover images and solicitation information for titles shipping in May 2008. Top of my list? Abe Sapien, BPRD, Buffy, and Penny Arcade for sure.
Archie Comics has sent Major Spoilers the cover images and solicitation information for titles shipping in May 2008.
More Indiana Jones stuff is headed your way in 2008, including a fairly inexpensive Indiana Jones Mini Bust ($55.00). Take the jump for a peek at some of the licensed products from Gentle Giant.
Even though Fox is trying to stop Warner Bros. from completing the film, Executive Producer Herb Gains has a report on the final days of shooting. As we approach the last days of shooting Watchmen — yes, the end is nigh — it’s time to reflect on the whole Watchmen experience. I think back to January 2007 when I first met Zack and he walked me through his drawings for the title sequence. I remember my initial reaction was, How can we shoot all of it? Why do we have to shoot all that? And if we do, how do…
Yes, that Taters of the Lost Ark thing had me pretty down on what Hasbro had planned for the Indiana Jones line, but now that I’ve seen the other pictures – oh doggy!
In what appears to be a major attempt to build hype for the new Hulk title, USA Today and Marvel have teamed up for an exclusive 10 page preview of Hulk #2 that arrives in stores Wednesday. via USA TodayÂ
Diamond Select Toys has announced it will offer quarter-scale figures based on the Indiana Jones characters from the various motion pictures. The Indiana Jones Ultimate Quarter Scale line will include characters from all four feature films. Each figure will include cloth outfits and accessories as well as an authentic sound clip from the massive Indiana Jones franchise. This line of hyper-detailed and super poseable figures will begin this summer with Raiders of the Lost Ark Indiana Jones. Additionally, DST will expand into new categories including banks based on fan-favorite characters and scenes with a variety of features. New lines of…
My son and I are already playing with our LEGO Indiana Jones playsets… okay, he’s only 8 months old, so most of the playing is being done by your’s truly. In addition to more Indiana Jones sets coming this year, LEGO has also announced new sets from its other licensed toy line, including Speed Racer, and you don’t want to miss the new Batman line that will feature the first Harley Quinn minifig.
You really don’t want to know. Okay, if you must, it’s another toy from Hasbro based on Raiders of the Lost Ark, called Taters of the Lost Ark. I think I’m gonna pass on this one. It’ll sell for $15, when it is released May 1, 2008. via HasbroÂ
Hasbro has announced toy tie-ins for the Marvel Iron Man movie and comic franchise. The Iron Man mask actually looks pretty cool, it’s just too bad it doesn’t come in 30-year-old-comic-nerd sizes.
Hasbro has unveiled the toys inspired by the Spectacular Spider-Man television series, movies, and comic book. It looks like there will be around 50 figures (including villains) released throughout the year. The one I think will be cool is the Remote Control Wallcrawler Spider-Man that uses vacuum-pump technology to let the wall crawler climb the walls. Take the jump for the toys unveiled at Toy Fair 2008 in New York
It’s been a busier week than you might imagine, and here’s the proof. Sunday: Teen Titans and JLU end, Tiny Titans live, while Nexus 100 gets delayed Monday: Fox sues over Watchmen flick, and Iron Man gets a new series Tuesday: If you know where to look, a sneak preview. Wednesday: SKRULLS! Thursday: Dark Knight movie spoilers, Star Trek delayed, Major Spoilers Returns and has a great poster for you to print out and share, and SKRULLS! Friday: Toy Fair 2008 Sneak Peek and Justice Society of America #12 gets reviewed. Saturday: Major Spoilers Forum returns, Buffy Season 8, and…