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Batman Artist Breaks Down ‘One Dark Knight’

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Batman Artist Breaks Down ‘One Dark Knight’

The DC Comics released the first issue of the three-part series ‘Batman: One Dark Knight’ in December 2021 under their Black Label imprint with comic book illustrator Jock tackling both the art and writing duties for the miniseries.
DC Comics describes the series as follows, “When a simple GCPD escort goes sideways, Batman finds himself on the wrong end of Gotham City in the middle of a heat wave with a super-villain in tow. Follow Batman as he traverses block by block across a pitch dark Gotham City while dragging a highly difficult E.M.P. to his permanent home at Blackgate Prison. The dark corners of Gotham City contain many surprises…and E.M.P. plans to deliver many more shocks before the night is through!”
“I would say, coming back to what I was talking about, trying to choose a simple concept, a simple plot. I feel like the elevator pitch is very strong,” Jock told DC Universe. “It’s basically, ‘Batman is abandoned in Gotham. He hasn’t got any of his toys. He hasn’t got Alfred in his ear. In the middle of a blackout, he’s got to get from A to B before dawn because something very terrible will happen at dawn if E.M.P. is exposed to sunlight.’ And it’s called One Dark Knight!”
When discussing the villain, Jock explained, “Yes, so he’s “Edward M. Pressler.” That’s where the E.M.P. name comes from. He is a “villain.” He’s a metahuman. He’s certainly been involved with villainous activity in the past. But in this story, there’s something more tragic about him. Five years ago, something happened, which essentially turned him into a slightly tragic character, but it also makes him very dangerous. Very volatile.”
He continued, “So, Batman is shepherding him, but also, Batman sort of wants to help him, because of his tragic side. And for me, there was just something quite interesting in that dynamic. All the while, multiple gangs and people from Gotham are constantly bearing down on them. So E.M.P. is a volatile, unstable, tragic, dangerous character to have out in the open, at your side, in Gotham City. And that’s what I wanted to bring to him.”
You can take a look at the cover of the first issue here:


The first issue of ‘Batman: One Dark Knight’ is currently available online and in stores.

Wanna Own This Hyper Realistic Tom Holland Spider-Man? Only 12 Left!

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Wanna Own This Hyper Realistic Tom Holland Spider-Man? Only 12 Left!

Queen Studios is bat at it with a new Iron Spider-Man item. Last week it was a 1:1 statue of Spidey, but this time it is an unmasked Peter Parker that is eerily lifelike. This work of art is limited to 888 pieces and appears to be selling out.
Queen Studios has crafted a spectacular bust of the webhead based on Spider-Man’s appearance during the Infinity Saga. Priced at $3680, the bust stands at 72cm tall and features artificial hair, silicone skin, glass eyes, and a spider suit made from polystone.

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Queen Studios
Queen Studios
Queen Studios
Queen Studios
Queen Studios
Unlike previous items I’ve written about, this one from Queen Studios does ship to the United States. As of writing this, there are 12 available for purchase. Click here if you want to pick one up! If you’re outside the US, this bust is also available for shipping to Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, South East Asia, and Europe.
I’d love to see how they make the silicon skin and affix the hair. If it is hand-punched, that’s one hell of a job. Also, how do you maintain these sorts of busts that use silicone and artificial hair? Do you have to moisturize and style it all?
Well, I sent that question through a search engine, and all it came back with was websites selling sex dolls. So, as I don’t want to be on yet another government watch list, I decided it was best not to seek the answer.
I’m not sure what the shelf life is for silicone. Hopefully, the bust comes with some maintenance guide. So get ready for a regiment where you have to give your Tom Holland bust a daily moisturizing … in the most wholesome way possible.
What do you think of this bust? Let us know in the comments section.
[Source: Queen Studios]

Stone Cold, Rey Mysterio, and Chyna Join Masters of the WWE Universe

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Stone Cold, Rey Mysterio, and Chyna Join Masters of the WWE Universe

Another wave of Masters of the WWE Universe figures is on the way. Wave 8 is delivering with a trio of legends. Stone Cold Steve Austin, Rey Mysterio, and Chyna join the Mattel toyline that mashes Masters of the Universe together with the testosterone-fueled roster of the WWE.
The wave can be pre-ordered now through the Big Bad Toy Store for $54.99. Unfortunately, wave 7, which we covered last week, has already sold out.

Mattel
Stone Cold, oddly, gets Trap Jaw’s arm, belt, and jaw. Wouldn’t it make more sense for him to be Snake-Man-themed? Or give him some ice-themed weapons? That’s a bizarre combo. In the latter part of his career, I know he wore dual knee-braces, but that had nothing to do with his gimmick. Oh, well.
Mattel
Rey Mysterio nabbed Strato’s jetpack and wings. Unfortunately, there’s not much else to say about this one.
Mattel
Chyna, one of my favorite wrestlers of the Attitude Era, is a little non-descript when it comes to her toy. Chyna had a couple of iconic outfits during her run in the WWE, but Mattel chose to use a generic purple outfit. She has a She-Ra headband and an ax. The ax would double as a brush, but she doesn’t have brushable hair.
After the WWE screwed over Joanie Laurer, seeing it continue to make money off her likeness twenty years after she left, the company feels slimy. Ugh.
There’s a rumor floating around that the Masters of the Universe Origins line has been canceled. Wave 7 of the retro-inspired He-Man figures were hard to find, while the Revelation figures were bountiful. Let’s hope it’s not true, but you never know with the toy market.
What are your thoughts on Mattel’s fusion of Masters of the Universe and the WWE roster? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
[Source: Big Bad Toy Store]

‘Alice In Borderland’ Anime Gets An English Dub

Jacob Airey
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‘Alice In Borderland’ Anime Gets An English Dub

‘Alice In Borderland’ is a three-part supernatural horror OVA based on the manga by Haro Aso. It was published by Shogakukan and released in English by Viz Media. The OVA was developed by the Japanese production studios Silver Link and Connect with Hideki Tachibana serving as director.
Sentai Filmworks announced on their website that they have assembled an English dub cast for ‘Alice in Borderland’ with Shannon D. Reed serving as ADR Director and as co-writer.
The casting includes Jeremy Gee as Arisu, Greg Ayres as Chota, Joe Daniels as Karube, Rachael Messer as Shibuki, Blake Jackson as Chishiya, Cat Thomas as Game Announcer, Kyle Colby Jones as Old Man, Courtland Johnson as Radio Voice, and Olivia Swasey as Usagi.
You can check out Sentai Filmworks initial social media announcement below:


Sentai Filmworks also announced that the OVA will receive a blu-ray DVD home release that will feature the original Japanese voice actors and the English dub cast.
MyAnimeList describes the synopsis as follows:
“Ryouhei Arisu is a high school student with no ambitions and just wants to escape from what he feels is a meaningless reality. One night when he is with his two friends Daikichi Karube and Chouta Segawa, they see an abnormally large firework shoot into the sky, an event which signals a permanent change in their lives.
Blinded by the incredibly bright explosion, the three find themselves transported to what is known as the Borderland. The only inhabitants of this world are participants of a deadly game where specific tasks must be accomplished if they wish to survive. As the three begin playing to determine how they can get back home, Ryouhei finds himself feeling alive for the very first time in his life.”
Netflix released a live-action adaption of ‘Alice in Borderland’ directed by Shinsuke Satō in 2020.

Silent Hill’s Pyramid Head Joins Mezco’s One:12 Collective Series

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Silent Hill’s Pyramid Head Joins Mezco’s One:12 Collective Series

Pyramid Head’s first appearance in Silent Hill 2 was probably my first “oh sh!t” moment in gaming. Of course, the zombie dogs in the original Resident Evil came close. Still, the combination of Pyramid’s massive head, massive weapons, and massive libido truly caught me off guard that first playthrough. Seriously, though … what was he doing with the mannequin creatures?
Mezco is looking to capitalize on the iconic creature by releasing him as part of the One:12 Collective line of 12″ figures. However, unlike the typical releases we see in this series, Pyramid Head comes with an additional figure, the topsy turvy mannequin. The Pyramid Thing, as Mezco calls him, will run you $100, and he’ll be escaping the ashy hellscape of Silent Hill between September and November 2022.

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Mezco
Mezco
Mezco
Mezco
Mezco
Mezco

Silent Hill’s executioner comes complete with the tools of his macabre trade, including the Great Spear and Great Sword with blood splatter FX that attach to both weapons. The nightmare doesn’t end there – a Mannequin is included as well as a slew of Creepers.

The topheavy punisher of Silent Hill comes with the following accessories:

  • One:12 Collective body with over 20 points of articulation
  • Two (2) head portraits
  • Hand painted authentic detailing
  • Approximately 17cm tall
  • Twelve (12) interchangeable hands
  • One (1) pair of fists (L&R)
  • Three (3) pairs of holding hands (L&R)
  • Three (3) pairs of posing hands (L&R)
  • Weathered smock
  • Stained under garment
  • Combat boots
  • Gloves
  • One (1) Mannequin
  • One (1) Great Sword
  • One (1) Great Spear
  • One (1) blood splatter FX for Great Spear
  • One (1) blood splatter FX for Great Knife
  • One (1) blood splatter FX for body
  • Three (3) miscellaneous blood splatter FX
  • Nine (9) assorted Creepers
  • One (1) One:12 Collective display base with logo
  • One (1) One:12 Collective adjustable display post


What are your thoughts on the character and the figure he inspired? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
[Source: Mezco]

Prime Video Gears Up For Adult Animation Fantasy Series ‘The Legend of Vox Machina’

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Prime Video Gears Up For Adult Animation Fantasy Series ‘The Legend of Vox Machina’

Amazon’s Prime Video ‘The Legend of Vox Machina’ gets an early release. The adult animated fantasy-adventure series was set to have a 2022 premier but was moved up thanks to fan campaigns which also allowed the show to expand its first season from ten episodes to fourteen. The show has already been approved for a second season.
Amazon Studios said in a press release, “Based on the beloved characters and adventures of Critical Role’s first livestreamed tabletop role-playing game (RPG) campaign, The Legend of Vox Machina is an animated fantasy-adventure series for adults that follows Vox Machina, a band of misfits with a fondness for boozing and brawling. In a desperate attempt to pay off their mounting bar tab, these unlikely heroes end up on a quest to save the realm of Exandria from dark magical forces. From a sinister necromancer to a powerful curse, the group confronts a variety of obstacles that not only test their skills, but also the strength of their bond.”
You can watch the open sequence below:

The show is developed by Amazon Studios, Critical Role, and Titmouse. Brandon Auman (Star Wars: Resistance), Chris Prynoski (Metalocalypse), Shannon Prynoski (Fairfax) and Ben Kalina (Big Mouth) serve as executive producers for the series.
Amazon continued that the “series stars Critical Role founders and cast members Laura Bailey (The Last of Us: Part II), Taliesin Jaffe (Final Fantasy XIV), Ashley Johnson (The Last of Us), Liam O’Brien (Star Wars: The Bad Batch), Matthew Mercer (Overwatch), Marisha Ray (Final Fantasy XV), Sam Riegel (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), and Travis Willingham (Marvel’s Avengers).” The cast also serve as executive producers.
“In 2019, they launched a Kickstarter campaign to produce a 22-minute animated special based on the characters and adventures of Vox Machina, Critical Role’s original livestreamed tabletop RPG campaign,” Amazon Studios added. “They met their initial funding goal within minutes, and thanks to Critical Role’s passionate fanbase, the campaign continued to gain traction, raising over $11.3 million and becoming one of the most funded Film & Video projects in Kickstarter history. The fan support allowed Critical Role to expand the special into a 10-episode season. When Amazon Studios picked up the series, it built on that record-breaking support by ordering an additional 14 episodes, bringing the total number of episodes to 24 across two seasons, which will stream exclusively on Prime Video.”
The first three episodes will be available on Friday, January 28.

‘The Vampire Dies in No Time’ Anime Gets Renewed For A Second Season

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‘The Vampire Dies in No Time’ Anime Gets Renewed For A Second Season

Fans of vampire hunting got some exciting news with the announcement that the paranormal comedy anime ‘The Vampire Dies in No Time’ will be renewed for a second season. Produced by the Japanese animation studio MADHOUSE, the first season ran for twelve episodes under the direction of Hiroshi Kōjina.
The production crew also released a promo graphic on social media to commemorate the announcement.


The Funimation blog notes that the Japanese cast includes “Makoto Furukawa (Kaguya-sama: Love is War) as Ronaldo and Jun Fukuyama (Vivy -Fluorite Eye’s Song-, Assassination Classroom) as Draluc.”
The English dub cast includes Frank Todaro as Draluc, Ian Sinclair as Ronaldo, Ellie Dritch as John, and Austin Sisk as Kameya. The series also stars Kyle Igneczi, Justin Duncan, Hope Endrenyi, and Bryce Papenbrook. Jād Saxton serves as the ADR Director for Funimation, who currently holds the licensing for the English version.
As D-Rezzed previously reported, the anime is based on a manga written by Itaru Bonnoki which has, thus far, generated eighteen volumes. It was released by the Akita Shoten publishing company in their Weekly Shōnen Champion.
For those who are unfamiliar, the official synopsis explains, “The famed vampire hunter Ronaldo has been received a job to infiltrate the mansion owned by Dralc, who claims he is the most invincible vampire. Ronaldo hears Dralc has kidnapped a kid. However, the rumors about Dralc are not reality: After Ronaldo finally confronts Dralc, Dralc turns into sand. This makes Ronaldo realize that Dralc is the weakest vampire and the kid was not really kidnapped by him. The kid came into his mansion for the purpose of making it his “personal playground”. Dralc’s mansion completely explodes thanks to Ronaldo’s recklessness, he decides to bring Dralc to his place. The story follows Ronaldo and Dralc daily life and the comic action alongside their allies.”

Sgt. Slaughter Officially Joins The Action Force Toyline!

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Robert Rudolph Remus is one of the most recognizable people in professional wrestling. Regardless if you follow this particular form of entertainment, you’ll no doubt know who Remus’s alter ego is by his mirrored aviator sunglasses and Judge Dredd-like chin. Sgt. Slaughter was an icon in the ’80s, not only in the squared circle but also as a member of G.I. Joe.
Now, the unbreakable drill sergeant is back in toy form, thanks to Valaverse. Slaughter is joining the Action Force line of toys. He stands at 6″ tall and dons his iconic hat, glasses, and outfit very reminiscent of his wrestling uniform.
Slaughter is due out this month, but I have a feeling that the date may change given what time it is. Still, head on over to Big Bad Toy Store and scoop him up now for $31.99.

Valaverse
Valaverse
Slaughter comes with the following accessories and interchangeable parts:

  • Sgt. Slaughter figure
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Gun
    • Holster
  • Knife
    • Holster
  • 8 Interchangeable hands
  • Action Force figure base

Sgt. Slaughter had a surprisingly important role in G.I. Joe: The Movie. Due to Lt. Falcon’s incompetence, the young Joe is sent to the special drill instructor, Slaughter. His job was to whip Falcon into someone worthy of being a G.I. Joe. It’s a nice arc and something you wouldn’t expect from what was often branded as a long toy commercial.


I wonder if we’ll get a recolored Slaughter to match his Pro-Sadam dudes from 1990? During those years, that was a really spicy heel turn. I’m not kidding. I remember people being very, sincerely angry about that. I can’t imagine his fan mail at that time was kind at all.
What are your thoughts on Sgt. Slaughter’s resurrection in a toy line outside of the WWE? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
[Source: Big Bad Toy Store]

We Now Know What Snake Eyes Looks Like Off Duty

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We Now Know What Snake Eyes Looks Like Off Duty

Even a ninja master who has very little to say needs a day off every now and then. I mean, when you’ve got to deal with Cobra Commander’s weird schemes every week, some unwinding time is required.
Mighty Jaxx has captured what Snake Eyes, G.I. Joe’s silent warrior, would look like when taking a break from all the heroics. The figure is made from vinyl and stands at 6.5″ tall. He can be pre-ordered now for $69. The estimated shipping date for Snake Eyes is March 2022.

Mighty Jaxx
Mighty Jaxx
Mighty Jaxx

Snake-Eyes is a master of ninjutsu and a master swordsman, hand to hand combatant, and marksman. Effortlessly using both traditional and modern weaponry during combat, he executes amazing athletic feats and moves with great agility during combat.
What does the most skilled fighter of the GI Joe do when the battle is done? OFF_WERK GI Joe Snake Eyes answers the question of what this mysterious combatant does in his downtime. Whether he is enjoying a cup of joe or tending to his bonsai, Snake Eyes gets comfortable in his robe. Even off work, he doesn’t remove his helmet.

What I want to know is why is Scarlett calling Snake Eyes? He doesn’t talk. He also rarely takes off his helmet, as seen here. How exactly would that phone call go? If it were Facetime, maybe that could work. I’m so pulled out of the immersion now.
Next, could we please get Island Holiday Cobra Commander? The hooded version, of course. You know, the one Hasbro won’t let anyone make now. Just the leader of Cobra in some Tommy Bahama shorts, relaxing in a hammock while he daydreams of the eventual day when he will crush those blasted Joes!
It’s a lot to ask, I know. So what are your thoughts on this Snake Eyes vinyl figure? Let us know in the comments section.
[Source: Mighty Jaxx]

Professor X and Sabertooth Next For Diamond Select’s Animated Busts

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Professor X and Sabertooth Next For Diamond Select’s Animated Busts

As they were seen in Fox’s X-Men: The Animated Series, two new characters are joining Diamond Select’s line of busts. We’ve got two mutants with the best eyebrows this time around: Professor Charles Xavier ($69.99) and Sabertooth (Victor Creed) ($89.99).
The busts are painted to match the animated cels that lept to life in 1992. Sabertooth’s statue sits at 9.7″ tall, while Professor X is slightly smaller coming in at 9.2″ tall. Charles is 1:7 scale, but Victor is set at 1:6.

Diamond Select
Diamond Select
Diamond Select

To me, my X-Men! The man who put the X in X-Men, Professor Charles Xavier, is now the newest 1/7 scale bust based on X-Men Animated Series! Captured using his telepathic powers from the comfort of his famous yellow hoverchair, Professor X measures approximately 6 inches tall and features cartoon-accurate paint applications. He is limited to only 3000 pieces and comes packaged with a numbered certificate of authenticity in a full-color window box. Designed by Barry Bradfield, sculpted by Paul Harding.

Diamond Select
Diamond Select
Diamond Select

A Diamond Select Toys release! Bring on the bad guys! Sabretooth joins the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants in the latest release in the X-Men Animated bust line! Wearing his classic 1990s costume, with his claws ready to tear into Wolverine, Victor Creed stands approximately 6 inches tall atop a pedestal base. Featuring cartoon-accurate paint and sculpting, he is limited to only 3,000 pieces and comes packaged with a numbered certificate of authenticity in a full-color box. Designed by Barry Bradfield and sculpted by Paul Harding!


I remember the only way you could first get a Professor X action figure in the Toy Biz line was to buy this double-decker display chase. The set was called the X-MEN Mutant Hall of Fame. It came with a bunch of X-MEN characters that had already been released, except for Charles.

Marvel X-Men Mutant Hall Of Fame Limited Edition from FigureCollection


The catch? All of the figures had their joints superglued. Toy Biz wanted your money, but they knew how to screw you over. At this time, some of the toys were hard to come by. I think Iceman was the scarce one at that point.
I broke each figure loose and then realized the superglue had melted the joints, rendering them frozen in idiotic stances, except for Charles. He didn’t need to articulate. He was in his fancy hover-toilet.
What are your memories of the early Toy Biz Marvel days? Let us know in the comments section below.
[Source: Diamond Select] [Source: Diamond Select]

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