Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Batman The Brave and the Bold
We just got our very first official Batman The Brave and the Bold action figure, Gold Metal Man. Sadly I don't remember seeing him in the animated tv series. Anyway, Isaac is extremely happy to own this one.
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Batman The Brave and the Bold Video Game
We got the Batman The Brave and the Bold Video Game for the Nintendo DS. We already had the Wii version but this is a totally different game. Its a cool game with 16-bits like graphics.
This time the Caped Crusader takes to the streets with Plastic Man, Blue Beetle, and Red Tornado. Some you will surely know (Catwoman, The Joker, Scarecrow) and others are more of the laughable variety (Clock King, Gentleman Ghost, Black Mantis).
If you have the Wii version of Brave and the Bold, you can use the DS to connect with your console and play as Batmite. As Batmite, you drop power-ups, bombs and anvils on the screen.
This time the Caped Crusader takes to the streets with Plastic Man, Blue Beetle, and Red Tornado. Some you will surely know (Catwoman, The Joker, Scarecrow) and others are more of the laughable variety (Clock King, Gentleman Ghost, Black Mantis).
If you have the Wii version of Brave and the Bold, you can use the DS to connect with your console and play as Batmite. As Batmite, you drop power-ups, bombs and anvils on the screen.
Monday, January 2, 2012
Lego
We got a bunch of Lego mini figures. These are from the series 4. Isaac found Frankenstein, Kimono Girl and the Hockey Player. The coolest is by far Frankenstein. We've been trying to find him for sometime now.
The fourth series sports a bright orange packaging theme. Each minifigure comes in an individual opaque polybag, along with a black stand, some accessories and a paper checklist.
The fourth series sports a bright orange packaging theme. Each minifigure comes in an individual opaque polybag, along with a black stand, some accessories and a paper checklist.
Friday, December 30, 2011
Favourite Toys of 2011
Favourite New Toys of 2011
1- Marvel Universe Galactus
"I Am Devourer Of Worlds!" - Galactus
It was after Isaac's very first trip at the dentist that I decided to take him to the coolest action figures store in Montreal, Legends. Lo and behold was Galactus standing there, waiting for us. This amazing electronic figure measures a mammoth 19" tall and features cosmic lights and fearsome phrases.
This huge figure is extremely well sculpted and detailed. Purple, light and dark blue, some black paint work is flawless. It is also well articulated (about 24 points) and says a total of eleven phrases! Push his chest button and he speaks and his eyes and helmet jewels light up yellow. And let's not forget the very cool 3 ¾" scale Silver Surfer action figure it comes with.
2- Batman Arkham Asylum
We are both addicted to the amazing Batman Arkham Asylum video game! Developed by Rocksteady Studios, this is without a doubt the best superheroes video game ever. Well scripted, stunning environments, kick ass fighting engine, Batman Arkham Asylum is amazing! I managed to find the first series of action figures at a local comic store. Santa also got more Arkham Asylum and even Arkham City figures for Christmas (more on that soon!).
3- Fisher Price Imaginext Batman
Last summer I finally gave in an ordered directly from Fisher Price online all of the Imaginext Batman figures we were missing. Just as expected this is an amazing collection from Fisher Price and hopefully they will continue it for years to come.
4- Godzilla
Bandai released those huge figures in 2007 but I was never able to find them anywhere. Finally found them at the ToyCon! Godzilla and friends have their dedicated place in our living room and every day stories.
5- Lego NinjaGo
For Christmas Santa gave Isaac the great Lego NinjaGo Fire Temple. Took me three hours to build this massive 1200 blocks set. It comes with a beautifully designed dragon, seven mini figures, traps and tons of cool stuff.
Favourite Retro Toys of 2011
1- LJN Advanced Dungeons & Dragons
As a kid I loved those! Unfortunately apart from one I lost them all. Needless to say that I was extremely happy to find Strongheart, Warduk and others at the flea market and for pennies! They are beautiful figures.
2- LJN Thundercats
My brother was a huge fan of the original Thundercats. We found some great ones at the flea market and hopefully will get more this spring when it opens again. Thunder! Thunder! Thundercats!
3- M.U.S.C.L.E.
Another collection my brother was into. We found a bag with tons of them at the flea market. These are Isaac favourite figures to play with while taking his bath.
4- Fisher Price Adventure People
Fisher Price never stop to amazing. Its like they always made amazing toys. One goal in 2012 is to find more of these.
5- Playmates Toxic Crusaders
I was a Toxic fan when the original Troma movie came out but never got into the cartoon. With Isaac its a different story, he loves Toxic and all of the bad guys we found.
And while you are here, check out our Favourite Toys of 2010 list!
1- Marvel Universe Galactus
"I Am Devourer Of Worlds!" - Galactus
It was after Isaac's very first trip at the dentist that I decided to take him to the coolest action figures store in Montreal, Legends. Lo and behold was Galactus standing there, waiting for us. This amazing electronic figure measures a mammoth 19" tall and features cosmic lights and fearsome phrases.
This huge figure is extremely well sculpted and detailed. Purple, light and dark blue, some black paint work is flawless. It is also well articulated (about 24 points) and says a total of eleven phrases! Push his chest button and he speaks and his eyes and helmet jewels light up yellow. And let's not forget the very cool 3 ¾" scale Silver Surfer action figure it comes with.
2- Batman Arkham Asylum
We are both addicted to the amazing Batman Arkham Asylum video game! Developed by Rocksteady Studios, this is without a doubt the best superheroes video game ever. Well scripted, stunning environments, kick ass fighting engine, Batman Arkham Asylum is amazing! I managed to find the first series of action figures at a local comic store. Santa also got more Arkham Asylum and even Arkham City figures for Christmas (more on that soon!).
3- Fisher Price Imaginext Batman
Last summer I finally gave in an ordered directly from Fisher Price online all of the Imaginext Batman figures we were missing. Just as expected this is an amazing collection from Fisher Price and hopefully they will continue it for years to come.
4- Godzilla
Bandai released those huge figures in 2007 but I was never able to find them anywhere. Finally found them at the ToyCon! Godzilla and friends have their dedicated place in our living room and every day stories.
5- Lego NinjaGo
For Christmas Santa gave Isaac the great Lego NinjaGo Fire Temple. Took me three hours to build this massive 1200 blocks set. It comes with a beautifully designed dragon, seven mini figures, traps and tons of cool stuff.
Favourite Retro Toys of 2011
1- LJN Advanced Dungeons & Dragons
As a kid I loved those! Unfortunately apart from one I lost them all. Needless to say that I was extremely happy to find Strongheart, Warduk and others at the flea market and for pennies! They are beautiful figures.
2- LJN Thundercats
My brother was a huge fan of the original Thundercats. We found some great ones at the flea market and hopefully will get more this spring when it opens again. Thunder! Thunder! Thundercats!
3- M.U.S.C.L.E.
Another collection my brother was into. We found a bag with tons of them at the flea market. These are Isaac favourite figures to play with while taking his bath.
4- Fisher Price Adventure People
Fisher Price never stop to amazing. Its like they always made amazing toys. One goal in 2012 is to find more of these.
5- Playmates Toxic Crusaders
I was a Toxic fan when the original Troma movie came out but never got into the cartoon. With Isaac its a different story, he loves Toxic and all of the bad guys we found.
And while you are here, check out our Favourite Toys of 2010 list!
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Batman Arkham Asylum
The last of the Batman Arkham Asylum series 1 action figure we got was Harley Quinn. She is one of the coolest character in the video game. Colourful, funny, deadly and sexy... Harley has it all. Love the details on the figure which looks exactly like in the game.
And here is a very proud and happy Isaac with all of his Batman Arkham Asylum series 1! Now the hunt for series 2 is on...
And here is a very proud and happy Isaac with all of his Batman Arkham Asylum series 1! Now the hunt for series 2 is on...
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Batman Arkham Asylum
The third one we got was Scarecrow. Now this is probably my favourite figure of the first series. Scarecrow is mean, bad and rather scary. For those who played the video game, the fights and sequences with Scarecrow are epic!! Isaac even got scared a couple of times.
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Batman Arkham Asylum
Another Batman Arkham Asylum action figure we got was Joker! Now thats an insanely great looking figure! Love all the details to his face and costume! He also comes with Scarface, a ventriloquist puppet.
Monday, December 26, 2011
Batman Arkham Asylum
Isaac and I just recently started to play the amazing Batman Arkham Asylum video game! Developed by Rocksteady Studios, this is without a doubt the best superheroes video game ever. Well scripted, stunning environments, kick ass fighting engine, Batman Arkham Asylum is amazing!
I just remembered that some action figures based on the video game were released sometime ago. After making a few phone calls, I found the first series at a local comic book store.
Here is Isaac with Batman. A superbly sculpted and detailed action figure.
I just remembered that some action figures based on the video game were released sometime ago. After making a few phone calls, I found the first series at a local comic book store.
Here is Isaac with Batman. A superbly sculpted and detailed action figure.
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Transformers
The son of a friend of mine gave Isaac the wicked cool Contrusticon Devastator Transformers! This thing is HUGE! It actually weights 8 pounds. Its rather hard to find and now goes for around $350, insane!
We actually had to find videos on YouTube to see just how to built Devastator. This character actually appeared in the second Transformers film, Revenge of the Fallen.
The ultimate DECEPTICON weapon has arrived on Earth, and nothing will ever be the same. CONSTRUCTICON DEVASTATOR is the biggest robot ever-towering above AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS alike. As his Vortex Grinder snaps open and glows with power, all before him quake in fear, knowing their destruction is inevitable! Combine all six detailed vehicles - including MIXMASTER vehicle with motion-activated vehicle and conversion sounds! - to create the mighty CONSTRUCTICON DEVASTATOR figure! Lights and destruction sounds show his enemies he means business and when this CONSTRUCTICON DEVASTATOR figure speaks, theyre sure to run in fear! Includes LONGHAUL, MIXMASTER, SCAVENGER, RAMPAGE, SCRAPPER, and HIGHTOWER vehicles.
We actually had to find videos on YouTube to see just how to built Devastator. This character actually appeared in the second Transformers film, Revenge of the Fallen.
The ultimate DECEPTICON weapon has arrived on Earth, and nothing will ever be the same. CONSTRUCTICON DEVASTATOR is the biggest robot ever-towering above AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS alike. As his Vortex Grinder snaps open and glows with power, all before him quake in fear, knowing their destruction is inevitable! Combine all six detailed vehicles - including MIXMASTER vehicle with motion-activated vehicle and conversion sounds! - to create the mighty CONSTRUCTICON DEVASTATOR figure! Lights and destruction sounds show his enemies he means business and when this CONSTRUCTICON DEVASTATOR figure speaks, theyre sure to run in fear! Includes LONGHAUL, MIXMASTER, SCAVENGER, RAMPAGE, SCRAPPER, and HIGHTOWER vehicles.
Friday, December 23, 2011
Flea Market Hunting : Spawn
Last but not least... we got this amazing Vicking-like Spawn action figure at the flea market. It looks incredible and evil! Isaac loves it!! Sadly I can't find its name...
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