Tag: Mattel

NYTF 2019: Shazam! Action Figure Reveals *SPOILERS*

Michael Lederhos

During New York Toy Fair 2019, Mattel has released official images for the Shazam! basic action figures and DC Multiverse action figure releases. Be warned that SPOILERS are ahead for the film in terms of which characters are present. However, seeing as these figures have already started appearing at Wal-Mart stores across the US, the spoilers have been out there for the last week or so.   Shazam! Basic Figures Each figure includes one of the Seven Deadly Enemies of Man, but one is missing and might be included with a later figure. The figures include: Shazam! Freddy…

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McFarlane Toys Acquires “DC Multiverse Collector Figures” License For 2020

Michael Lederhos

This past December 2018, we got word that Mattel would be losing the DC Comics license for the Boys Action category. Additional information, did confirm that Mattel would be retaining the Girls Toy and Preschool toy license, presumably to continue producing DC Super Hero Girls and Imaginext DC Super Friends respectively. Whereas, Spin Master signed a deal for the Boy Action category, but nothing was stated for the collector’s focused action figures. Speculation on the internet has been rampant as DC announced that DC Collectibles was going to be scaled…

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Spin Master Announces 3-Year Toy Deal with Warner Bros./ DC

Michael Lederhos

Yesterday, Spin Master Corp. announced it has entered a three-year licensing agreement with Warner Bros. Consumer Products. This new licensing agreement is specifically for DC Comics properties, and will focus on remote control/ robotic vehicles, water toys and games/ puzzles.   Below is Spin Master’s official statement regarding the deal: “Partnering with an iconic brand like DC is a major milestone for Spin Master and is part of our strategy to invest in successful licenses to further grow and diversify our business,” said Ben Gadbois, Spin Master’s Global President and COO.…

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Los Ingobernables de Tokusatsu Ep 57 – Putting the DC in SDCC

Hero Club

Welcome to another all-new episode of Hero Club’s Podcast, “Los Ingobernables de Tokusatsu!” This week’s episode opens with Wheelz and Metal looking at some interesting Gridman news concerning the anime as well as new toy. However, we eventually transition to an unconventional discussion on San Diego Comic Con 2018. The reason behind this discussion is due to the fact that this year we were unable to host our “Wrap Up” show for the event. We discuss a lot DC comics related events, but we close on the King of the…

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Mattel DC Multiverse SDCC 2018 Reveals [Updated]

Michael Lederhos

[UPDATE 7/21/2018] Thanks to a new video by Dan Eardley aka Pixel Dan, who also moderated the DC Multiverse panel, we now have some clearer information for the upcoming waves of figures from Mattel.  Starting with the Aquaman movie wave, the Collect and Connect wave actually contains four figures instead of five. The four figures are: Aquaman Black Manta Mera Orm/Ocean Master The Vulko figure shown in the case is in fact an Amazon exclusive and the two figures shown at the panel are Aquaman (Combat Armor) and Orm (Combat Armor) which will be released as a two-pack exclusive to Target.  For the DC Multiverse Signature…

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SDCC 2018: Mattel DC Exclusives Revealed

Pak Hanu

The Hollywood Reporter has revealed a first look at some of Mattel’s exclusives based on the DC Comics brand, which will be released at San Diego Comic Con 2018. First, Mattel will be releasing a special Hot Wheels set based on Superman Action Comics No. 1, which was released in 1938. As a homage to the cover, the set will feature a mini Superman figure holding up the iconic green sedan. This special set will retail for $20.  The second exclusive will feature new comic based DC Multiverse 6 inch figures.  The set will include Aquaman, Ocean Master, Black Manta, interchangeable hands, and a variety of other accessories. The set…

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Review: Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom Legacy Collection Tyrannosaurus Rex

Pak Hanu

Hello Hero Club, this is Darkon633 and I am back with another toy review. It is impressive how much a toyline can change when it gets moved to another companies’ hands. While the new toyline represents the sequel to an existing film it is still valid to see how much things change. Mattel’s toyline for the Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom is actually starting off with a strong start in my opinion. While I currently don’t own any of the other dinosaurs in the line I can already see how much it…

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Solo: A Star Wars Story Products Revealed

Pak Hanu

The official Star Wars website has unveiled several new products that will be released based on the upcoming Solo: A Star Wars Story film.  The products range from the various offerings by Hasbro along with some of Funko’s products and more.  Solo: A Star Wars Story will premiere in theaters on May 25. The products include: Disney Store  Solo: A Star Wars Story Figure Play Set Set off at lightspeed for a galaxy of adventure with this detailed and sculpted six-piece figure play set featuring characters from Solo: A Star Wars Story. Set includes: Han Solo, Chewbacca, Qi’ra,…

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Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom Toys Revealed

Pak Hanu

Entertainment Weekly has recently revealed the first look at the Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom toys. Normally the toys would be released by Hasbro, however it seems the toy license has moved to Mattel.  The upcoming toyline will contain various different products such as the Super Colossal Tyrannosaurus Rex and finally some decent looking human figures based on characters featured in Jurassic World/ Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. The revealed toys include: Colossal Tyrannosaurus Rex This Super Colossal T-Rex is 3 feet long and inspired by the iconic T-Rex from the Jurassic World franchise, and features articulation, authentic sculpt and deco, and the ability…

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The Wrap-Up: San Diego Comic Con 2017

Hero Club

With San Diego Comic Con having ended on Sunday, the staff at Hero Club thought to host their first-ever live Wrap-Up Show for the convention. Join hosts, Wheelchair21, and Soundout12 as they discuss the event with other staff members: XBen3000, Darkon633, and the VisibleNinja. There may even be some surprise guests joining them too! Also, viewers will have to ability to see their comments featured on-screen, and may even have their questions answered. We hope to see you all there! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPj2QD4Hv64 Thanks for Listening! Please do not Forget to Subscribe &…

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