Sponsor Update: Nerd Rage Toys – Reduced prices on vintage TMNT, MOTU, GI Joe, more

Monday, August 27th, 2012 by Pixel Dan

Here’s a quick sponsor update from NerdrageToys.com

Sponsor Update: Past Generation Toys – Star Wars Giveaway

Saturday, August 25th, 2012 by Pixel Dan

Our sponsor PastGenerationToys.com is giving away free Star Wars figures!

From PGT:

Sponsor Update: FantasticPlasticToys – ToD Sorceress Power-Con Exclusive Pre-Orders

Thursday, August 23rd, 2012 by Pixel Dan

Here’s a quick sponsor update from FantasticPlasticToys.com

If any of you are hoping to secure an exclusive Masters of the Universe Classics Temple of Darkness Sorceress action figure but can’t attend Power-Con next month, Fantastic Plastic Toys may be able to help! Click through for full details!

Sponsor Update: BigBadToyStore – Metroid, Diamond Select, Transformers, DC Unlimited, Hot Toys & More

Wednesday, August 22nd, 2012 by Pixel Dan

Here’s a quick sponsor update from BigBadToyStore.com

Saturday Programming Scehedule revealed for Power-Con / ThunderCon 2012

Tuesday, August 21st, 2012 by Pixel Dan

Power-Con / ThunderCon 2012 is rapidly approaching, and the official programming schedule for Saturday has just been posted! There are a lot of fantastic things to see at the show, including several featuring yours truly!

First up, I’ll be moderating the Legends of Toy Design panel, featuring an amazing cast of talented panelists including Martin Arriola, Mark DiCamillo, Eric Scot Frydler, Eric Treadaway, Jim Preziosi, and Eddy Mosqueda as they discuss the process of creating action figures for Masters of the Universe, Princess of Power, 200x, New Adventures, and Classics!

Then, don’t miss my screening of a new episode of Power & Honor: The World of MOTU Toys! Immediately following the video screening will be the Roast Gooble Dinner / MastersCast Panel which will be recorded as a live podcast!

Plus, I’ll be walking around doing plenty of filming all day long, so definitely come up and say “Hi” if you’re there! I may even put you on camera!

Click through for the full Saturday schedule! Hope to see you all there!

Revised: Power-Con Exclusive MOTU Classics Secret Accessory Details Revealed

Monday, August 20th, 2012 by Pixel Dan

I revised this post to clarify the information. I realized that I may have inaccurately quote Scott from Roast Gooble Dinner, so I have corrected this.

There has been much discussion over the past week about the announcement that Mattel will be giving away a free Masters of the Universe Classics accessory at this years Power-Con to everyone who attends the show. Thanks to Scott “Toyguru” Neitlich, we learned a few new details on the latest episode of He-Man.org’s Roast Gooble Dinner podcast, which we recorded yesterday and is already online for listening!

Here is a run-down of the details we received:

• On a personal scale of 1 to 10, Scott put it at a 7.  He said it’s something you can live without, but it’s kinda cool.
• He called it a happy accident and they realized they could do something with it.
• The Four Horsemen sculpted it.
• It’s a weapon.
• He said there’s not that many of them, and they had Power-Con coming up  where they could do something with them because they didn’t have enough to do something with at SDCC.
• Saying the color would give too much away about what it is.
• It is polybagged.
• In regards to if it will be available any where else, he said it depends on how many are given away at Power-Con

In regards to the limit of 1000, Power-Con is guaranteeing the first 1000 tickets sold will get this accessory. Mattel has not stated a specific production quantity. We only know there are not many of them. How many are claimed at Power-Con will determine if ANY are left over. We’re sure Mattel will let us know what they will do with them IF any remain.

So, there you go! If you are a completist and can’t live without this exclusive weapon, you may want to make arrangements to either get to Power-Con, or find someone who is willing to pick one up for you (but you still have to purchase a ticket!) Also, Pixel-Dan.com sponsor FantasticPlasticToys.com still has a few pre-orders available for the accessory if you wish to go that route!

Star Wars SDCC Exclusive Carbon Freezing Chamber Lost Line Figure Review

Saturday, August 18th, 2012 by Pixel Dan

For the latest in Star Wars collecting news, be sure to visit JediInsider.com

Each year at San Diego Comic Con, Hasbro seems to try an up the ante of their Star Wars exclusive. This year continued that trend with the release of the Carbon Freezing Chamber “Lost Line” figure set!

This set includes 6 Star Wars action figures representing each of the movies in the Saga. Each figure comes on an exclusive “chase” cardback featuring some “lost” artwork that Kenner almost used for the vintage toy line. In addition, this set also includes the exclusive Jar Jar Binks frozen in carbonite figure that you can only get with this set!

So sit back, relax, and join me for an exhaustive look at this very cool box set!

Sponsor Update: FantasticPlasticToys.com – Secret MOTUC Accessory from Power-Con (Pre-Orders Reopened)

Thursday, August 16th, 2012 by Pixel Dan

Here’s a sponsor update from FantasticPlasticToys.com concerning the recently announced Power-Con Exclusive “mystery” accessory for Masters of the Universe Classics! Pre-Orders have just re-opened!

Sponsor Update: BigBadToyStore – BBTS Sponsor News: SSC, Hot Toys, Models, Sonic, More

Thursday, August 16th, 2012 by Pixel Dan

Here’s a quick sponsor update from BigBadToyStore.com

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Instructional Videos from Playmates Toys

Thursday, August 16th, 2012 by Pixel Dan

Playmates has released several videos on their new YouTube channel showing off several of the new TMNT toys in action! It’s a pretty cool idea, and works as a great introduction to the figures. Check out the official press release and videos after the jump!