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The Powerpuff Girls and Mojo Jojo Figures Are On The Way

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The Powerpuff Girls and Mojo Jojo Figures Are On The Way

Many of us were introduced to The Powerpuff Girls in 1996 when the pilot first aired on Cartoon Network’s What a Cartoon! showcase. Said show also brought us Johnny Bravo and other now-classic animated shows. After 26 years, the three sisters finally get action figures worthy of their status as animation icons.
Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup are each getting high-end action figures from Beast Kingdom. The company behind this line is also responsible for many quality Disney figures, including Darkwing Duck and many characters from Ducktales (woo-ooo).
The girls are limited to only five points of articulation, but that also means they won’t have a bunch of joint lines and get to retain their cartoon-accurate appearance. In addition, each sister comes with various interchangeable arms, legs, and faceplates, allowing for multiple expressions.
Individually, each sister is priced at $39.99. Or, for $119.99, they can be purchased as a set that includes all the accessories and a figure display stand.
Now, what would these heroines be without someone to battle? Beast Kingdom has you covered. Mojo Jojo is coming out, too. He is a bit pricier at $89.99. All these figures will be hitting shelves in November 2022.

Beast Kingdom
Beast Kingdom
Beast Kingdom
Bubbles figure:

  • 4 Face sculpts
  • Smiling
  • Angry
  • Determined
  • Showing teeth
  • 3 Pairs of alternate arms
  • 2 Pairs of alternate legs

Buttercup figure:

  • 4 Face sculpts
  • Smiling
  • Angry
  • Determined
  • Showing teeth
  • 3 Pairs of alternate arms
  • 2 Pairs of alternate legs

Blossom figure:

  • 4 Face sculpts
  • Smiling
  • Angry
  • Determined
  • Showing teeth
  • 3 Pairs of alternate arms
  • 2 Pairs of alternate legs
Beast Kingdom
Mojo Jojo figure:

  • 3 Face sculpts
    • Regular
    • Serious
    • Happy
  • 2 Pairs of hands
  • Chemical X
  • Removable hat


It’s sad that the Powerpuff Girls fell out of fashion and then got that weird meme-heavy reboot a few years back. Luckily the CW live-action cringefest was canned. Phew. What do you think of the PPG franchise and where it should go from here? Let us know in the comments section below.
[Source: Big Bad Toy Store]

Mezco Resurrects Nosferatu For The Symphony of Horror

Mike Phalin
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Mezco Resurrects Nosferatu For The Symphony of Horror

Mezco is digging up Nosferatu and giving him a little makeover. Count Orlok had a previous release in the One:12 Collective figures, donning his typical black eyes and pale skin. This time, however, the legendary vampire is seeing red, literally.
The company is paying homage to a time just before Mezco existed. Back when Aztech Toyz was the new kid on the block, changing the collectibles market just as MacFarlane Toys did in the mid-’90s.
Nosferatu is priced at $95 and will be crawling out of his coffin in the first quarter of this year. Unfortunately, the original release of this creature of the night has been sold out for a while.

Mezco
Mezco
Mezco
Mezco
Mezco
Mezco
Mezco
Mezco

The One:12 Collective Nosferatu returns with hellhounds, plague ridden rodents, and an unquenchable bloodlust. He wears a frock coat, tights, and leather-like shoes underneath his removable cloak-cape with detachable “Coachman’s collar” and cap from the 1922 silent film. The Count also features three nightmare-inducing head portraits capturing his inhuman visage.

The vampire’s features and accessories include:

  • One:12 Collective body with over 20 points of articulation
  • Three (3) head portraits
  • Hand painted authentic detailing
  • Approximately 17cm tall
  • Seven (7) interchangeable hands
  • One (1) pair of posing hands (L&R)
  • One (1) pair of holding hands (L&R)
  • One (1) pair of grabbing hands (L&R)
  • One (1) pointing hand (L)
  • Coachman’s hat (removable)
  • Cloak cape with detachable Coachman’s collar (removable)
  • Frock coat
  • Shirt and tights
  • Hanker-tie neck wrap
  • Leather-like shoes
  • One (1) lantern
  • One (1) eerie mist FX
  • Two (2) wolves
  • Three (3) bats
  • Six (6) rats
  • One (1) One:12 Collective display base with logo
  • One (1) One:12 Collective adjustable display post

Mezco is no stranger to this classic depiction of the vampire. During the Aztech Toyz days before Mezco was created, the company produced a line of toys based on early horror icons. These included Count Orlok, Renfield, Cesare, and Dr. Caligari. The figures were highly detailed and very stylized. I hope Mezco brings back a few of these characters for the One:12 Collective.

What do you think of this variant of Nosferatu? Let us know your thoughts and opinions in the comments section below.
[Source: Mezco]

All XBOX One Consoles Production Had Been Discontinued By 2020

Mike Phalin
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All XBOX One Consoles Production Had Been Discontinued By 2020

According to The Verge, the XBOX One’s various incarnations halted production in late 2020. This was the same time when the XBOX Series X and S were launched and nearly impossible to find. The chip shortage caused by the pandemic only made it more difficult to meet the demand for the latest gaming console for both Sony and MS. As a result, shelves were bare of any gaming hardware, except for 3DS systems and the Nintendo Switch.
It’s no surprise that Microsoft had stopped producing the XBOX One line of consoles. However, when the company made this decision is odd. Supply chain shortages and other factors made the latest consoles very difficult to find. While Sony has decided to keep PS4 production ongoing until the end of 2022, Microsoft decided to use its resources to produce two different consoles and still failed to meet demand.
The Series X is a rare find on shelves, but the S has become more common. For example, it was a normal sight to find 5-10 Series S consoles at a Target store before December. Phil Spencer, MS VP of Gaming, stated that “We can actually build more of the Series S [chips] in the same [chip] die space as we can the Series X.”
This makes sense. The Series S feels more like a slightly upgraded XBOX One. I owned one for about a month before getting my hands on a Series X. This isn’t to say it is a bad thing, as you do get faster loading times and somewhat improved graphics, but without the 4K detail.
Back to Sony, the company sees the hole left in the market and fills it with PS4s. A Playstation 5 is just as hard, if not harder, to find than the new XBOX consoles. Until PS5 and XBOX Series X exclusive games start dominating the library, the necessity to own the newest console is not quite there. Sony has obviously seen the light while Microsoft is ignoring that market.
What do you think of the decision to either stop production or keep it ongoing while the newest technology cannot meet demand? Let us know in the comments section below.
[Source: The Verge]

Smash The Last Alliance of Men and Elves With Sauron’s Mace

Mike Phalin
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Smash The Last Alliance of Men and Elves With Sauron’s Mace

As seen during the opening of Peter Jackson’s adaptation of The Fellowship of the Ring, Lord Sauron’s massive mace made quick work of the last alliance of men and elves. The master of the One Ring could wipe out dozens of soldiers with one swipe of this mighty weapon.
Now you can own not only Sauron’s Ring but his favored mace, thanks to United Cutlery and the Big Bad Toy Store. The Red Eye edition of this weapon comes with a Mordor banner displaying the Dark Lord’s lidless flaming eye and a wall-mount complete with an oversized Ring. This set is priced at $564.99 and will be released during the first quarter of this year.
The mace is said to be 1:1 scale, but the description from United Cutlery says it is “actor scale.” I take this to mean that it’s not the size we see in the film, but proportionate to the actor who played Sala Baker.

United Cutlery
United Cutlery
United Cutlery
United Cutlery

This replica of the actor scale prop used in the movie is crafted of reinforced fiberglass-resin with an aged iron finish. Close attention to detail is a top priority in every piece, down to the intaglio-etched surface and corroded metal coloring. The oversized One Ring worn by Sauron is also included, crafted in gold plated solid metal. Displays on a polystone wall mount.

Aside from the massive mace, this edition includes the following:

  • Red Eye edition
  • Includes 53-inch (134.62cm) long cloth war banner with the Red Eye of Sauron and oversized One Ring crafted in gold-plated solid metal
  • Mounting hardware and instructions included


United Cutlery has been making replicas of movie weapons for as long as I can remember. I’ve owned several pieces from them over the years, including a few from The Lord of the Rings collection, including Glamdring and Sting. Not one complaint.
What are your thoughts on this newest addition to United Cutlery’s armory? Let us know in the comments section below.
[Source: Big Bad Toy Store] [Source: United Cutlery]

MAFEX #168 Is The Classic ‘Secret Wars’ Spider-Man

Mike Phalin
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MAFEX #168 Is The Classic ‘Secret Wars’ Spider-Man

MAFEX is taking us back in time. A time when Marvel was shaking things up with some of its most iconic characters. Spider-Man was part of the Secret Wars and had just acquired a new suit that was more than it seemed.
This liquid costume would eventually lead to one of Spidey’s most famous enemies, who would go on to have a very interesting and multi-faceted run in the comics. Who could have foreseen that this simple cosmetic change would lead to what we now know as Venom?
The Black Costume, as it was first known, made Spider-Man look awesome. MAFEX captured that initial look of the all-black suit with the large white eyes and spider emblem. He should look good, considering this figure is $104.99 at the Big Bad Toy Store.
Spider-Man will be coming out in July of this year, but the figure is already pre-sold out.
 

Medicom Toy
Medicom Toy
Medicom Toy
Medicom Toy
Medicom Toy
Medicom Toy
The figure’s construction is similar to a Marvel Legends Spidey. The significant differences I see are the ball-jointed ankles and hands. These make all the difference when trying to recreate all the fantastic poses Spider-Man displays in the comics. The light blue at the bottom of the feet is a nice touch from the comics. It helps the figure pop when displayed.
I recently picked up the Spider-Man 2099 figure, and he could benefit from a few more flexible joints and these accessories. But, seriously, why does Hasbro put out Spider-Man figures without any web accessories? It sucks.
Spidey comes with the following:

  • 3 Head sculpts
  • Alternate hands
  • Web backpack
  • 2 Short webs
  • 2 Medium webs
  • 2 Long webs
  • Stand

What do you think of the $100+ figure? Is it worth the money or are the Marvel Legends figures a better alternative? Let us know your opinions and thoughts in the comments section below.
[Source: Big Bad Toy Store]

Sony To Make PS4s Through 2022, PS5 Shortages Cited

Mike Phalin
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Sony To Make PS4s Through 2022, PS5 Shortages Cited

If you can’t get your hands on Sony’s PS5 but want to play some console-exclusive titles, it may be time to pick up a new PS4. Luckily Sony has observed a hole in the market, and it will be plugged, at least until the end of the year.
Bloomberg is reporting that Sony has decided to continue to produce the Playstation 4 through to the end of 2022. This information, while from an official announcement, Sony allegedly “told assembly partners late last year that it would continue making its earlier-generation machine through this year, according to people familiar with the matter.”
The tech market is currently experiencing significant issues with supply chains. The common culprit is a chip shortage. This problem affects the console manufacturers Sony and Microsoft and even the manufacturers of CCTV cameras and fire alarm control panels. Speaking from direct experience, the bottleneck is causing 5-6 month lead times for even a single device.
Forrester‘s Research Director Glenn O’Donnell has advised that the shortage could last into 2023. In his blog, O’Donnell says, “Because demand will remain high and supply will remain constrained, we expect this shortage to last through 2022 and into 2023.”
The Research Director further went on to explain that the current geopolitical tensions between many countries and China may worsen or prolong the situation, “If sanctions tighten, US exports to China will drop further, spawning even more domestic expansion in China. In addition, Chinese tech companies like Huawei are already making lots of chips. The result will be a stronger Chinese supply, further escalating trade tensions. Still, even at China’s blistering pace of innovation, a sufficient Chinese supply is at least two years away.”
Finding a PS5 or XBOX Series X isn’t easy, but it can be done. Check out our article detailing how you can get one without paying a scalper. Sony sure does have an uphill battle on its hands.
Sony’s production woes aren’t its only concern this year. One of Sony’s VPs was caught in a predator sting.
What do you think of Sony’s decision to continue to produce Playstation 4 consoles through this year? Let us know in the comments section below.
[Source: Bloomberg]

Gkids Share Three Dubbed Clips Ahead of Belle’s Theatrical Release

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Gkids Share Three Dubbed Clips Ahead of Belle’s Theatrical Release

Leading up to the nationwide theatrical release date, Gkids uploaded three clips from the movie Belle onto their social media. If you are looking for something to see in theaters and IMAX this weekend, Belle might be something worth checking out. It was released in theaters January 14th, and is available to watch in sub and dub format.

The summary of the movie: Suzu is a 17-year-old high school student living in a rural village with her father. For years, she has only been a shadow of herself. One day, she enters “U,” a virtual world of 5 billion members on the Internet. There, she is not Suzu anymore but Belle, a world-famous singer. She soon meets with a mysterious creature. Together, they embark on a journey of adventures, challenges and love, in their quest to become who they truly are.

Clip 1, Suzu enter “U”:

Clip 2, Opening scene:

Cip 3, Meeting the Dragon:

English Dub Trailer:

Japanese trailer:

As previously reported, this is Mamoru Hosoda’s ninth feature film. Hosoda worked with Disney character designer Jin Kim, whom he met through an in person meeting with Glen Keane. Glen Keane also came from Disney, working on classic Disney animated films such as The Little Mermaid and Beauty & the Beast. Hosoda also teamed up with directors Tomm Moore and Ross Stewart from Cartoon Saloon. To create the digital world of “U”, he commissioned Eric Wong, a London-based architect and designer.

In July 2021, Belle had a premiere event at the Cannes Film Festival. It was so loved, it received a 14-minutes straight of standing ovation.

As of this writing, Rotten Tomatoes has the ratings at 95% Critics versus 96% Audience Fresh ratings.

If you think you would enjoy seeing this on the big screen, or just want to support an anime movie or find something to do this weekend, look for showings for dub or sub near you.

Thomas Wayne Is Batman Again In ‘Flashpoint Beyond’

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Thomas Wayne Is Batman Again In ‘Flashpoint Beyond’

The world of Flashpoint is going to be revisited by DC Comics with a new series by writers Geoff Johns, Jeremy Adams Tim Sheridan, and artist Xermánico. ‘Flashpoint Beyond’ is a six-part miniseries that will Thomas Wayne as Batman who will breach the base of the tyrant sea king Aquaman.
“Everyone working on these books is giving it their all to deliver something that is worth the readers’ time in this competitive landscape of entertainment,” Johns told DC Universe. “This is for fans of big DC events and the great history of DC when it comes to comic books. And even though this is an event, it’s focused on character over concept – it’s the story of Thomas Wayne Batman, a Barry Allen that could’ve been, the crimes of Bruce Wayne – it’s a murder mystery, a secret mission and a look into the past, present and future of the continuum of DC. And as dark as it can get in this upside down world of FLASHPOINT, it’s fun.”
DC Comics describes the plot as “After sacrificing everything to help The Flash put the universe back together and save Bruce Wayne’s life, Thomas Wayne wakes up in a world he thought was no more. Forced to don the cowl once again, Batman prowls the streets of Gotham City searching for answers to how this world still exists, but what he starts to uncover will send him hurtling around the globe. The hunt for the Clockwork Killer starts here!”
“Batman’s hunt for the Clockwork Killer brings him to Europe and face to face with the mad king, Aquaman. On the eve of Aquaman’s sinking of London, Batman infiltrates his stronghold and goes on the warpath for answers. Nothing matters to Batman, whose world is already dead, but if he can track down the Clockwork Killer, Thomas can save his son’s world and put everything back together again,” they continue.
DC Nation also released a “first look” at the first issue’s cover in the series:


Outside of Flashpoint, Thomas Wayne was shown to be Batman in the pages of ‘Earth 2: Society’ and during the Tom King run on Batman during the “City of Bane” story arc.

Crunchyroll Announces New Dubs Including ‘In the Land of Leadale,’ ‘Orient,’ And More!

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Crunchyroll Announces New Dubs Including ‘In the Land of Leadale,’ ‘Orient,’ And More!

The streaming service Crunchyroll has announced a slate of new English dubs for several anime including ‘Orient,’ ‘In the Land of Leadale,’ ‘Love of Kill,’ and more. The anime list includes:

Platinum End– Mirai Kakehashi lives with his abusive aunt and uncle after the death of his parents. He plans on taking his own life, but is saved by Guardian Angel called Nasse who informs him that the god plans to retire. Mirai decides to throw his hat in the ring and joins a contest to become the replacement.


The Strongest Sage with the Weakest Crest– In a world of magic, Mathias Hildesheimr is a reincarnated master sage who is reborn thousands of years into the future and soon discovers his once-powerful magic crest is now considered one of the worst in the world.

Orient– “The story revolves around a 15-year-old boy named Musashi and takes place during Japan’s Sengoku period. At the time, Japan is ruled by Demons and samurai are considered taboo. Musashi is blending in as a miner along with others who are brainwashed into thinking the Oni are their saviors and that they must work for them. However, Musashi knows the truth. He wants to confront the demons with his certain special power,” explains Wikipedia.

Love Of Kill– Chateau Dankworth is a bounty hunter who ends up partnered with the professional hitman Son Ryang-ha after they are both targeted for assassination by a powerful criminal.

In the Land of Leadale– A gamer on life support finds herself reborn in her favorite multi-player online fantasy role-playing game named Leadale, but it has been two hundred years since she last logged in.

My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom! X– The isekai follows Catarina Claes who realizes that she is an otaku that is trapped in her favorite video game Fortune Lover, as the game’s villain.

These anime dubs will be a part of their Winter 2022 line-up.
(Source: Crunchyroll)

Genius Brands Set to Launch New Streaming Platform which includes “KFTs” for Kids

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Genius Brands Set to Launch New Streaming Platform which includes “KFTs” for Kids

Genius Brands International announced on Thursday its subscription-based ad-free Kartoon Channel! Kidaverse will be launching April 15, 2022, at $3.99/month. Kartoon Channel! Kidaverse will be anchored by technology from the acquisition of Ameba TV, a rapidly growing children’s video streaming service that brings a first-in-class technology platform.

Kartoon Channel! Kidaverse will include all the popular programs currently on Kartoon Channel!, while adding exclusive metaversal content, which will be launched in a phased rollout later this summer or early fall (Q3 2022). In addition to the new content, Kidaverse will feature a fully-integrated design, including custom avatars and emojis for kids, exclusive games, branded Kidaverse VR goggles, immersive content and NFTs for kids (“KFT”s).

This new platform will also feature collectable digital cards based on many of the channel’s popular characters, including those from the upcoming Stan Lee Universe, debuting in Q4 2022, and a digital currency for kids called Kidaverse MetaBuck$. The Kartoon Channel! Kidaverse is also planning to introduce child-safe messaging (“Messies”), podcasts, music, and more.

“Kartoon Channel! Kidaverse is expected to revolutionize children’s entertainment, because it will include all of the popular animated programs of a children’s channel, metaverse features and, most importantly, it will be fully curated and child safe,” said Genius Brand Chairman and CEO, Andy Heyward. “The single strongest message we receive from parents is the concern about safety for children on screens, whether it is program content or roaming around the internet and various apps. The premise of the Kartoon Channel! Kidaverse is to provide children with fun, positive, engaging digital media and to provide them with a safe and parent-controlled product.”

In addition to shows such as Stan Lee’s Superhero Kindergarten, which stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, Rainbow Rangers, Peppa Pig, PJ Masks, Minecraft, Surviving Roblox, My Little Pony, and Yu Gi Oh, Kartoon Channel! Kidaverse will add another 13,000 episodes under license to Ameba, including hit brands, such as Casper The Friendly Ghost, Donkey Kong Country, Gummy Bears, and Rescue Heroes. The platform will also become the home to the several thousand hours of animated content available through its recent acquisition of Canada’s WOW! Unlimited Media and strategic investment in Germany’s Your Family Entertainment. The Company believes this will make it the largest single children’s portal of animation in the world, with over 20,000 animated titles under license.

Founder of Ameba, Tony Havelka stated, “Ameba was the earliest independent kids’ streamer! We are thrilled to bring our technology, our content, and our team, to Kartoon Channel! Together, we look forward to launching the next generation platform for kids, embodying not just program content, but metaversal features and kid-safe messaging.”

“As Kartoon Channel! has grown, many of our viewers have asked for a commercial-free version of the experience,” said Kartoon Channel! President Jon Ollwerther. “While our free, ad-supported platform will still be available to consumers, the subscription-based Kartoon Channel! Kidaverse will address that market need, while also building the 360 degree kid’s digital media platform of the future. We believe it will be a unique entertainment experience that simply cannot be had anywhere else.”

The same safe features and kid-friendly content that have made Kartoon Channel! a top-rated kid’s app in both the Apple and Google Play stores will continue in the Kartoon Channel! Kidaverse, but now commercial-free, with more added content, unique digital features and experiences, including child-safe messaging and user-generated content.

Ollwerther will oversee the development of the Kartoon Channel! Kidaverse and its rollout across North America. Helping to lead the launch throughout the rest of the world will be Former Managing Director of Disney Channels Worldwide and now Managing Director of Kartoon Channel! Worldwide, Paul Robinson.

Stanford University Professor Emeritus, Don Roberts, former Chair of the Stanford University School of Communications, and noted authority on the impact of media on children’s development, has worked with Genius Brands and Kartoon Channel! to ensure a Kidaverse Safe Content Code. The Kartoon Channel! Kidaverse platform will be first and foremost an environment of safety.

“It’s a digital playground whose content and attributes will be fully supervised,” said Professor Roberts. “Absent will be bullying, violence, inappropriate language, or negative stereotypes. The programming ethos, like Kartoon Channel!, is one of enrichment for our audience.”

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