*SATURDAY UPDATE* SDCC ’15 Exclusive Funko Toy Announcements

By: Nick Eskey

It’s that time again, legion of toy lovers; The Saturday update for the Funko toy exclusives for San Diego Comic-Con 2015.

Well known for their super popular POP! Toy collection, Funko strives to “cover as many beloved licenses and characters as possible to remind every Comic-Con attendee why they fell in love with these stories in the first place.” As a reminder, there will be no pre-buy option available this year. So if you need or want any of these beauties, best to pick them up at the Funko booth, or see if you can bribe a random person (we do not condone the practice of bribery).

Not to hold out any longer, here are the latest additions:

Pop! Star Wars: Princess Leia [Boushh Unmasked]

Pop! Star Wars: Princess Leia [Boushh Unmasked]

Though not one of her better remembered ensemble, this Star Wars Princess Leia [Boushh Unmasked] POP! is still pretty fetching. You’ll wish this bounty hunter was looking for you.

Pop! Marvel: Avengers: Age of Ultron - Grinning Ultron

Pop! Marvel: Avengers: Age of Ultron – Grinning Ultron

Just when you thought you saw every scary robot to date, this Grinning Ultron decidedly takes the cake. We don’t know why he’s so happy, but let’s hope we never find out. He’s sure to give a few nightmares.

Pop! Hanna-Barbera: Lil' Gruesome (Red)

Pop! Hanna-Barbera: Lil’ Gruesome (Red)

Before we know it, we’ll have an army of these Lil’ Gruesome figurines in a rainbow of colors. Joining his green and yellow brothers, this Red Hannah-Barbera character is my favorite so far.

Pop! Marvel: Guardians of the Galaxy - Nova Rocket with Potted Groot

Pop! Marvel: Guardians of the Galaxy – Nova Rocket with Potted Groot

At the end of the Guardians of the Galaxy movie, did you find yourself a little misty eyed? No? Just me? Well… I’m sure this Nova Rocket with Potted Groot will find a way to tug at those heartstrings.

ReAction: Terminator 2 - T1000 with Hook Arms

ReAction: Terminator 2 – T1000 with Hook Arms

Any machine that can become liquid, a solid, or take the shape of any person is pretty sweet. This T1000 figure from the Terminator 2 movie is sporting his kick-butt Hook Arms, as well as vintage-esque packaging from when toys were simpler than the crazy articulated ones of today.

Vinyl Idolz: Ghostbusters - Marshmallowed Egon Spengler

Vinyl Idolz: Ghostbusters – Marshmallowed Egon Spengler

And lastly, this Vinyl Idolz from the Ghost Busters movie is a gooey exclusive. Marshmallowed Egon Spengler comes with his ghost containment pack, ghost detector, and white marshmallow splotches. I hope that stuff can come out in the wash.

As we’re getting closer and closer to San Diego Comic-Con, expect a few more toy leaks on the way. Stay tuned doers of all things nerdy!

*THURSDAY UPDATE* SDCC ’15 Exclusive Funko Toy Announcements

By Nick Eskey

Thanks for tuning in geeky guys and gals to this Thursday update of SDCC ’15 Funko toy release. Better known for their “POP!” line, Funko strives to “cover as many beloved licenses and characters as possible to remind every Comic-Con attendee why they fell in love with these stories in the first place.”

Just as a reminder, this year Funko will not be taking pre-buys of their products. So if there’s any of these exclusive toys that you want to get, best to get them onsite or see if a lucky con-goer buddy will help you out.

Without further delay, here’s the addition to our list:

Pop! Disney/Pixar: Inside Out - Sparkle Hair Joy

Pop! Disney/Pixar: Inside Out – Sparkle Hair Joy

Disney’s Pixar, which arguably can be thanked for the recent revival of the Disney brand, has just recently released their newest movie “Inside out.” Involving the personified personality traits in people, this Pop figure from the movie features Sparkle Hair Joy. Don’t work, there’s enough anger and depression in the film to balance this perpetually happy and hyperactive lady.

Pop! TV: Sesame Street - 6" Flocked Mr. Snuffleupagus

Pop! TV: Sesame Street – 6″ Flocked Mr. Snuffleupagus

Whether he’s being an imaginary character that only a large yellow bird can see, or a real thing, this 6 inch super sized Snuffleupagus from the much beloved Sesame Street will be materializing to Comic-Con. Who doesn’t want to own a Snuffy?

Pop! TV: Once Upon A Time - Regina

Pop! TV: Once Upon A Time – Regina

Once upon a time, there was a toy who wanted nothing but to rule. Now with your help, this Regina from the Once Upon a Time series can rule your figure collection. And look, she’s got an apple for you too as a gift. How thoughtful!

ReAction: Arrow - Arrow Unmasked

ReAction: Arrow – Arrow Unmasked

Protecting your crime riddled shelves is this ReAction Arrow Unmasked. Complete with 1970’s style packaging and limited posable action, this fantastic plastic will be a must have.

Dorbz XL: Guardians of the Galaxy - 6" Mossy Groot

Dorbz XL: Guardians of the Galaxy – 6″ Mossy Groot

Guarding the galaxy is a big job. Thankfully, this Dorbz XL Mossy Groot is the humanoid plant you’ll be wanting for the job. Featuring a healthy growth of 6 inches, this happy creature will keep everything happily dancing along.

Dorbz XL: Guardians of the Galaxy - 6" Nova Suit Rocket Raccoon

Dorbz XL: Guardians of the Galaxy – 6″ Nova Suit Rocket Raccoon

And lastly, the big wooded Groot can’t go too far without his furry compadre. Dorbz XL Nova Suit Rocket Raccoon will be providing 6 inches of vinyl sharp tongued humor to your collection. Despite his gruff exterior, look how cute he is!

Thanks for tuning in, and see you fellow nerds for our next installment. Stay tuned!

*MONDAY UPDATE* SDCC ’15 Exclusive Funko Toy Announcements

By Nick Eskey

Thanks for tuning in boys and girls! This is the Monday update for the newest Funko toy exclusives available at this year’s San Diego Comic Con. If you want to find any of the previously announced figures, go ahead and check back through the articles for “Funko” and “SDCC ’15.”

Just as a friendly reminder, Funko this year will not be doing a pre-buy option, as to make more product available for Con-goers. So if you see anything that you “must have,” better go and pick it up ASAP, or bribe your buddy to get it for you.

Without further ado, here are the latest additions:

Pop! Star Wars: Chrome C-3PO Gold

Pop! Star Wars: Chrome C-3PO Gold

Is the next Star Wars movie already making you hyperventilate? This Chrome C-3PO Gold should tide you over till the eventual release. His golden exterior shows as a near-mirrored shine. Though he isn’t fluent in 6 million forms of communication like his full sized counterpart, he sure looks purdy.

Pop! TV: American Horror Story: Freak Show - Twisty Unmasked

Pop! TV: American Horror Story: Freak Show – Twisty Unmasked

American Horror Story, filled with creeps, scares and show tunes, has a strong audience following. One of the creepiest characters to air from the Freak Show season is by far is Twisty. This unmasked clown will not only entertain, but supply an ample amount of chills.

Pop! TV: Orphan Black - Parka Helena

Pop! TV: Orphan Black – Parka Helena

Having an identity crisis? Before you go dying your hair or assuming a dead clone’s identity, look out for this crazy Helena complete with Parka from the hit show Orphan Black. She’s got personality in her soul, and a shiv in her abdomen. Awesome!

Pop! Hanna-Barbera: Lil' Gruesome (Yellow)

Pop! Hanna-Barbera: Lil’ Gruesome (Yellow)

Yes, you are seeing double. Our last post revealed the vampire Lil’ Gruesome from the Hannah-Barbera cartoons, but this time he’s in an alternative Yellow color. I guess someone forgot to eat his fruits.

ReAction: Jaws - Bloody Quint and Shark

ReAction: Jaws – Bloody Quint and Shark

Jaws, the movie that made everyone afraid to go into the water. You can relive the fear with this Bloody Quint and Shark action figure from ReAction. Bucket of Chum sold separately.

Hikari: Star Wars - 501st Clone Trooper

Hikari: Star Wars – 501st Clone Trooper

And finishing off this list is a little bit of the dark side. Hikari is producing this Star Wars 501st Storm Trooper. They’re limited to 1500, so any fan better pick it up quick!

Tune it later today fellow toy lovers, we’ll have a second installment of Funko exclusives.