STGCC 2012: Thundercats Lion-O Falcon's Hanger Exclusive!

08.31.2012 – The Falcon’s Hanger a Singapore-based toy distributor collaborates with Bandai Asia to release an exclusive for the Singapore Toy Game and Comic Convention from the Thundercats Classics figure series. It’s a red repaint of the Classic Lion-O which is the disguise Mumm-Ra assumed based from the 1st season finale in the episode “Fond Memories.” The exclusive 8 inch figure can only be purchased at The Falcon’s Hanger booth C12/14, D13/15 which will be its official debut at STGCC 2012.

STGCC 2012: Event Preview Night!

08.31.2012 – Media Preview earlier has given as glimpse of what to expect during the weekend for the Singapore Toy, Game, and Comic Convention. But there where inquiries about the set up at the convention floor and we have hope to share it with you. But Reed Expo and Ni9mer only allowed booth exhibitors to enter the premises but our friends at Komikon will reveal exclusives photos soon.

STGCC 2012: Media Preview Coverage!

08.31.2012 – Planning to drop by the Singapore Toys, Games and Comic Convention 2012 we’re giving you a preview what to see this weekend. Earlier today STGCC 2012 held an exclusive Media Preview featuring some of the guest artists in the industry. Andy Diggle, Tristan Eaton, & Leinil Yu talked to the media with their future projects and their excitement to be part in this year’s STGCC. Leinil Yu and Tristan Eaton were doing live art though half-finished you’ll see it also on stage this weekend.

Generations: FoC Shoackwave!

HONEEEY!!!! I'M HOOOMMMEEE!!!! 

Presenting the Fall of Cybertron Shockwave.

Shockwave is literally a mad scientist in the city of Kaon on Cybertron. His relationship with Megatron started when Shockwave started providing weaponry to the arena gladiator - so we can assume that that big Fussion-Cannon that Megatron uses is something that Shockwave created for him.

Ironically, FOC Shockwave only befriended Megatron because he wanted to create an army of Megatron-like clones.

Are you feeling lucky punk?

Instead he ended up becoming Megatron's second-in-command. In the War for Cybetron DS version, there's supposed to be a part where Shockwave rebels against Megatron and you have to beat him and his friends up. Unfortunately I only have the X-box version.

In the yet to be released Fall of Cybetron video-game, Shockwave finds and starts to experiment with Space Bridges in an attempt to steal energon from other planets to reboot the dying Cybertron. Along the way he finds prehistoric Earth. Impressed with the savagery and power of dinosaurs - and the intricacy of insects, Fall of Cybertron Shockwave goes home and creates the Dinobots - Transformers with immense power but sadly lacking in intelligence - and the Insecticons. Naturally the experiment goes awry and the Dinobots turn against their creator.

STGCC 2012: 8-Bit Media Unveils Limited Art Prints from Filipino Guest Artists!

08.29.2012 – 8-Bit Media reveals some exclusive prints that would be available at their booth C24 at the Singapore Toys, Games, and Comic Convention! The limited sketch and artworks from Philippine contingent of artists featuring Jason Paz, Mark Torres, Stephen Segovia, Carlo Pangulayan and Mico Suayan the guests for STGCC 2012! The talented ensemble of Filipino artists working for international which is well known publications in the industry featuring IDW Publishing and Marvel Entertainment talents!

The Avengers: Alternate Opening Scene revealed online

Via Yahoo! Movies and Superherohype, Walt Disney Pictures and Marvel Studios has revealed one of the extras that'll be packed with the DVD and Blu-Ray release to their blockbuster superhero team flick this year, The Avengers! *SPOILERS ahead, so read at your own risk*

STGCC 2012: Toys R Evil at Booth F51 Reveals Con Layout!

08.28.2012 – Toys R Evil has been present since the very first Singapore Toys, Games, and Comic Convention and has been consistent in bringing the news in the world of Pop and Urban scene. This STGCC 2012 he will have another booth located at F51 in the Artist Area close to the Hot Toys Collection Point area where the exclusives will be on display.



This reveals also the entire layout of the event happening at the Marina Bay Sands on September 1 and 2. Toys R Evil returns in full force with vinyl collections on display as well as artists from the industry will be dropping by to sign some autographs.

DC Comics announces "Justice League of America" for The New 52

Announced at this year's Fan Expo Toronto during the DC Entertainment-All Access Sunday Panel, DC Comics is bringing together writer Geoff Johns and artist David Finch for a brand new Justice League book that has familiar characters forming a new group under the guidance of Steve Trevor - say hello to the Justice League Of America! Debuting sometime in 2013, the new ongoing series for The New 52 Era will features Martian Manhunter, Katana, Green Arrow, Hawkman, Catwoman, Vibe, Stargirl, and new Green Lantern Baz, who form a group that acts a "shadow unit" under the premiere Justice League group that's headlined by Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Aquaman, and Cyborg. Read up more about this special announcement and get info via the source post at DC Comics.com!

Justice League Of America, by Johns and Finch, forms up on 2013!

*Originally posted by Timzster on The Crusader's Realm

Mico Suayan signing Punisher #14 at Comic Odyssey!

08.26.2012 – Earlier today Mico Suayan just wrapped up his comic book signing for Comic Odyssey at the Fully Booked flagship store in Bonifacio High Street. It was like the same atmosphere when Stephen Segovia and Dennis Crisostomo had an autograph signing last month. Mico promotes his latest work on the new Punisher series with number #14 starting from the previous issue that garnered interest in the local community. Being familiar with super natural characters like what he did with Werewolf by Night miniseries some years ago.

ICCON: Iloilo Comic Con School Tours This Week!

08.26.2012 – Iloilo Comic Convention (ICCON) is currently making rounds in promoting the upcoming event on December 2, 2012 through their School Tour and have made their last stop on August 7, 2012 (Ateneo De Iloilo). The next leg will be on August 29 (ACLC College) and 31, 2012 (University of Iloilo).



They also have announced that their main guests in Gerry Alanguilan (Supercrooks), Manix Abrera (Kiko Machine Komix), and Carlo Vergara (Zsazsa Zaturnnah). Expect more surprises as the countdown to the first comic convention in the Western Visayas!

Vinyl on Vinyl: Invasion of CoolRain a Pop Life Exhibition!

08.25.2012 – CoolRain Studios x Mindstyle two-day exhibit was greeted with live art and with warm reception Friday night while it was pouring outside The Collective. Before the art gallery was torn down to prepare for Mindstyles’ exhibit at STGCC 2012 we share you some images from the last day. This is also the Philippine launch of the limited edition Dunkeys a parody of your legendary Chicago Bulls players from the 1990s or so what we thought.

Transformers: MP-13 Soundwave and MP-14 Red Alert preview pics surface

Via Tformers.com and Amazon Japan, new high quality  pictures have gone up online for Takara Tomy's next batch of Masterpiece series Transformers toys! The new photos preview MP-13 Soundwave, one of the most anticipated and highly awaited figures in the line, and MP-14 Red Alert!

Check out more pictures of the sneaky Decepticon spy and heroic Autobot soldier via the source post at Tformers.com and Amazon Japan here and here!

*Originally posted by Timzster in The Crusader's Realm

Warner Bros. Philippines: No Rights for Rurouni Kenshin.

08.24.2012 – There’s news that Rurouni Kenshin might be shown internationally in selected region but the hopes of having the film shown in the Philippines was immediately shut down by Warner Bros. Studios Philippines revealing that “we don’t have the rights” to bring it to the country.



So whatever internet uprising has been going around in the social media the chance for this film to be brought to the country is pretty much slim to none and its too late. Unless a massive turn out would change the local distributor to push in finding ways to acquire the license to have it shown.

Generations: FoC Optimus Prime!

Finally got that itch!!!

Presenting the Transformers Fall of Cybertron Optimus Prime - wielding the 3rd Party Corbot V Optimus Prime Battle Axe.

Transformers Fall of Cybertron is the highly anticipated sequel to the very successful shooter Transformers War for Cybertron - the game that presented one of the most unique versions of Optimus Prime in the market. This Prime is one of the first characters released as a toy preceding the video-game in order to help drum up support along with Jazz and the Decepticon Shockwave.

I'm not so sure why they bothered with a re-make of a good-design (Maybe they read my comment about the War of Cybertron Optimus Prime having stubby arms). But change him they did, and here he is.

Toy Expo 2012: Bandai Headlines Ben 10, Gundam, Thundercats & More!

08.23.2012 – Bankee Trading has pull out all the stops in presenting their Bandai booth featuring products from Ben 10, Gundam, Power Rangers and the Thundercats toy lines. There are also interactive areas featuring Ben 10 and Thundercats role playing toys. The center piece upon entering the Bandai booth welcomes you to the Power Rangers line featuring the Super Samurai toy line including the upcoming releases from action figures to Megazords.

Toy Expo 2012: Philippine Preview Night

08.22.2012 – Toy Expo was opened first to the media and their invited friends to see the preview of what the event was all about. The opening ceremonies began late in the afternoon what it aims to be a first of many expos organized by Toy Kingdom. When it opened its doors confetti exploded to usher the media to get the first glimpse what’s inside the wonderland of toys for kids and adults who had a glance of the current offerings of the brands who participated in this year’s event and what activities they will be having the parents and their children.

Justice League #12 cover reveals Superman/ Wonder Woman as a couple

Revealed by Entertainment Weekly, the variant cover to Justice League #12 by artist Jim Lee paints a new status quo in The New 52 era of DC Comics - Superman and Wonder Woman are now literally a "power couple", shown in this cover to be hovering and teasing a passionate kiss during the sunset. With Lois Lane dating somebody else other than Clark Kent, this leaves the door open for the Man Of Steel to date the Amazon Warrior for real. DC Chief Creative Officer and JL writer Geoff Johns says the relationship is legit, and "it will have an impact that reaches far beyond the ultimate power couple". For more info on the story, visit the source post at Comic Book Resources and DC Comics!

*Originally posted by Timzster in The Crusader's Realm

Toy Kingdom Toy Expo 2012 Details Revealed!

08.17.2012 – Toy Kingdom: The Amazing Toy Store is promoting the much anticipated Toy Expo Philippines 2012 happening on August 23 to 26 at the Hall 3 and 4 of the SM Convention Center in Mall of Asia, Pasay City. Catch the latest toys, fun games, exciting activities and meet & greet your favourite characters at the biggest toy event in the country.



It’s probably the first in the country to promote the event which will feature such brands from Hasbro and Mattel to name a few. This is not just your average toy launch it will feature some of the products from well-known toy manufacturers in the world.

The Avengers 2 gets an official release date

After signing an exclusive deal with Marvel Studios that runs all the way until June 2015, Joss Whedon is primed and ready to helm a sequel to his monster superhero team flick "The Avengers", which has now been given a release date of May 1, 2015! Looking to be the major part of the "Phase 2" initiative of Marvel films which include "Iron Man 3" (note: production tentatively on hold due to Robert Downey Jr. injuring his foot during a stunt sequence, as reported by Deadline), "Thor: The Dark World", and "Captain America: The Winter Soldier", "The Avengers 2" will be Whedon's primary project alongside an untitled Marvel TV series that takes place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. No other details have arisen regarding what the plot of the sequel will be, but alongside the other superhero team movie for Phase 2 which is "Guardians of the Galaxy", Marvel is not holding any punches when it comes to unleashing superhero movie goodness. For more information, visit the source post at Deadline.

The Avengers return on May 2015.

*Originally posted by Timzster on The Crusader's Realm

What If: Joe Carnahan's Daredevil Vision!

08.16.2012 – The news about Daredevil’s rights reverting back to Marvel Studios from 20th Century Fox happens in October and as Joe Carnahan the supposed director of the reboot film has spoken. He took it out on twitter saying that there was not enough time to get things done. The story behind it is that Marvel Studios wants to extend the rights beyond the deadline date in exchange to use Galactus and Silver Surfer from the Fantastic Four.

Bastila Shan

Presenting Bastila Shan from the Star Wars Expanded Universe Toy Series. This is Bastila's character debut - there are currently no other Bastila figures out there in the market - after having won the Star Wars 2009 Fan's Choice Poll.

If you are reading this, and have never played Knights of the Old Republic, then you probably shouldn't be here and you probably think that Bastila is a spicy Moroccan Chicken dish (If so, then you really shouldn't be here and have missed out on a really good role-playing game - Though Moroccan Bastila Chicken is not bad).

Get The Total Rekall Experience.

08.16.2012 – The remake of Total Recall is entirely a new film with its viral marketing looks convincing when you visit the “Welcome to Rekall” website from Sony Pictures official site. Unlike the classic film from 1990 this is closely based on the 1966 short story "We Can Remember It for You Wholesale" by Philip K. Dick. The movie is already playing in the North America since August 3, 2012 but it’s about to be shown in the Philippines on August 22, 2012 nationwide.

PRESS RELEASE: Get Gaming Competitive at STGCC 2012!

08.15.2012 - The Singapore Toy, Game and Comic Convention (STGCC) 2012 steps up the game with just two weeks away from the real action as Reed Exhibitions announced more big names on board, ranges from famous game developers to top Japanese pop culture personalities.



Some of the most well-known names in the gaming industry such as Namco Bandai, Electronic Arts and Cherry Credits are bringing a series of celebrated games in the league of Tekken Tag Tournament 2, FIFA 12 and Dragon Nest SEA to the convention. Gamers will get the chance to flex their gaming muscles and fight for glory at the various tournaments.

Daredevil reverts back to Marvel Studios

Following previous reports that 20th Century Fox was going to lose the rights to the Daredevil franchise, it's now been officially confirmed by Deadline that it's really happening - the Man Without Fear is coming home to the House Of Ideas and will see movie treatment done under the supervision of Walt Disney Pictures and Marvel Studios.

"The Last Stand" poster sees Arnold Schwarzenegger "Back" in action

Shown exclusively via IGN, Lionsgate has officially released the first theatrical poster for Arnold Schwarzenegger's first lead comeback film since Terminator 3: Rise Of The Machines, "The Last Stand"!

Zoids: Red Horn

Presenting another relic pulled from the basement of the Dungeon, a Zoids Red Horn.

I remember kids watching the Zoids cartoon and hear them blurt out that the bad-guy rides a Triceratops. I just rolled my eyes and wondered what kids were being taught now in school. The Red Horn is clearly not a Triceratops - to begin with, it only has one horn - it's a Styracosaurus - a single horned dinosaur with a flaring armored crest.

And I've always liked the Red Horn - even if he is a "bad-guy" zoid. It's tough: well armed for a close-up fight and heavily armored - particularly up in front.

So I'm kinda disappointed that they constantly portray Red Horns to be such whimps in the cartoons. It's reputation in the Battle Story series is much, much better. There it's almost unmatched.

The Walking Dead: S3 Banner, S2 Blu-Ray/ DVD Deleted Scene, and FB Social Game Updates

AMC premieres its third season of The Walking Dead come October 14, and to give a taste of things to come, a new banner picture has premiered online courtesy of Comic Booked. Featuring Rick Grimes and the entire surviving cast returning as well as new characters Michonne and The Govenor, the new season comprised of 16 episodes is expected to be nastier and full of more guts and gore than ever.

Ben Affleck in talks with WB to helm "Justice League"

Much news has been going around for the superhero movie industry. After Marvel and Disney confirmed that Joss Whedon would be returning to direct the Avengers sequel and help work on the untitled TV series set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (as well as signing an exclusive deal that keeps him with the studio until 2015), Warner Bros. is stepping up their game by approaching a known director and actor to helm their much awaited Justice League film. That man is none other than The Town director Ben Affleck, who himself played a superhero in the form of 20th Century Fox's 2003 film adaptation of the Marvel Comics superhero Daredevil. The studio has already hired Will Beall to write the script, and now talks are to bring the Academy Award and Golden Globe winner on board to take on DC's finest team of superheroes.

The Avengers: Josh Whedon signed in for sequel and TV Series

After successfully directing the 2012 blockbuster superhero movie hit that was The Avengers, Joss Whedon has been officially confirmed to return to helm and write its sequel, and be involved in the recently announced ABC TV Series that takes place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The good word comes from the Walt Disney Investors Conference Call, and you can listen to that in the link provided here. The new Avengers film is slated for a tentative Summer 2015 release, and the TV series comes in a few years time as well. More updates will come inevitably, so in the meantime, read more from the source posts at Bleeding Cool and Slash Film.

*Originally posted by Timzster in The Crusader's Realm

Bourne Legacy The Grand Asian Premiere!

08.07.2012 – Last Sunday was the Asian Grand Premiere of The Bourne Legacy at the Resorts World Manila’s Performing Arts Theater. The red carpet featured local celebrities as well as the producer of the film himself Patrick Crowley accompanied by his wife who made a speech in front of a huge crowd. Mr. Tieng also spoke how proudly Solar UIP is bringing this film ahead of its US screen date which such enthusiasm.

Marvel NOW! Iron Man #1 Cover and info revealed

Marvel.com and Bleeding Cool have revealed the cover and confirmed the creative team behind their upcoming Marvel NOW! relaunch of "Iron Man #1", which will be written by Kieron Gillen and drawn by Greg Land! Through interviews and a Q& A session which can be read at Marvel.com, the creative team goes down to teasing the process of how the new relaunched title's going to play out, and it's confirmed that Tony Stark will once again be donning the armored suit after the current run saw his partner and best friend James "Rhodey" Rhodes taking over in his stead. More information can be read by visiting the source posts at Bleeding Cool and Marvel.com!

*Originally posted by Timzster in The Crusader's Realm

Transformers Cyberverse Arcee (Legion Class)

Presenting the Legion Class Arcee from the Transformers Prime Cyberverse Toyline.

Recently the local market has been flooded with Optimus Maximus battle-stations. I thought that it was cool that Optimus Maximus was here, but noted that there were no Cyberverse Legion Class figures in the market to man the station.

A few days ago, while walking down a small side-stall in Toys R' Us in Galleria, disgruntled that there was apparently nothing new, I saw them: A few Transformers Prime Cyberverse figures. I'm not sure why the quantities were so small, or why these particular figures were hidden and not on the more prominent display racks, but here they were.

This particular figure of the Autobot's "Stealth Fighter" Arcee, which stands a mere 2.6 inches tall - not counting her flaring shoulder blades - is from that tiny selection.

Rurouni Kenshin 2nd Trailer with English Subs Released!

08.05.2012 – Rurouni Kenshin is the much awaited live action film based from the anime and manga series of the same name which is known in North America as “Samurai X.” Last June 27, 2012 the cast and crew had a special gala premiere to promote the film.



It’s already August and the movie will be out towards the end of the month which will be shown exclusively in Japan produced in collaboration between Studio Swan and Warner Bros Japan.

Hot Wheels to release Mars Curiosity Rover Collectible!

08.05.2012 – There’s a lot of talk about the Mars Rover in Curiosity and while the world waits its lunar landing on the Red Planet Mattel has announced to release its own merchandise related collectible sometime in September. In the span of 13 years Jet Propulsion Laboratory and NASA has sent three generations of rovers with this one its five times heavier that is approximately as big as a small car.

The Untold Manga Series in Wolverine: Prodigal Son!

08.04.2012 – Wolverine is an iconic character who first appeared in the Giant X-Men #1 comic book along with new members of the mutants. He’s Canadian only known for the name Logan and practically everyone has known already his real name James Howlett revealed in the Origin graphic novel written by Bill Jemas, Joe Quesada, and Paul Jenkins. The art was illustrated by Andy Kubert with colors by Richard Isanove which was released originally as a mini-series from 2001-2002.

Dredd: New "Dread 3D" theatrical poster goes online

Yahoo! Movies has unveiled the brand new theatrical poster for the upcoming Judge Dredd reboot movie "Dredd", with the new one sheet promoting the 3D in "Dredd 3D"! Starring Karl Urban in the titular role, the new film based on the 2000 AD comic book character sees the lawman back to pursue justice, with Olivia Thirlby and Lena Headey costarring. For more info on this brand new theatrical poster, check out the source post at Yahoo! Movies!

Dredd is slated to pass judgement in conventional and 3D theaters this September 21!

*Originally posted by Timzster in The Crusader's Realm

Ghostbusters 3 proceeding without Bill Murray

Who are you gonna call? Not Peter Venkman I'm afraid.

Jollibee Kids Meal: Green Lantern Animated & Strawberry Shortcake!

08.02.2012 – If you have not dined in at Jollibee better get your Kiddie Meal fix as this August 2012’s toys are from the Green Lantern Animated and Strawberry Shortcake. You’ll be grabbing the Green Lantern toys which features Hal Jordan in translucent green and a power ring to charge up the emerald hero into action! The girls would be delighted to get two Strawberry Shortcake collectibles when you order a Yum Burger, Spaghetti or a Chicken Joy that includes a drink in every meal.

Behind The Scenes on AHA! with Gotham Madness!

08.02.2012 – Gotham Madness a group of cosplayers who suit up as their favourite Batman characters has been tapped by the production team of AHA! an informative TV show which airs on Sundays at 9:15AM on GMA 7 Network as featured representative for the segment’s theme. Of course our very own Tim Villasor, founding contributing writer at GeekMatic and active member of the Justice PH cosplay group leads the Gotham Madness on this feature. He was also on the previous Kapuso Mo: Jessica Soho segment.

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns Part 1 Trailer and Box Art revealed

Via MTV Geek News, the very first trailer for the upcoming new DC Universe Animated Original Movie "Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1" has arrived! Based on Frank Miller's seminal graphic novel masterpiece that helped return the Caped Crusader to his dark roots, the story unfolds in a future where an aged Bruce Wayne has retired from the cape and cowl for a decade, only to see himself return as The Dark Knight when Gotham City is plagued with more crime and threats than ever before. Check out the trailer to the first of a two-part Animated Movie epic that was a long time coming for Batfans!