By Nolan P. Smith 2020 is behind us now, so it is time to look back at the very best of the year. Though 2020 was hard in a variety of ways, the content and entertainment released was amazing. The Pastrami Nation staff came together to create our picks for the Best of 2020. First up is Best Toy Company. […]
By Nolan P. Smith I love checking out different toy companies, and with this release, I had to give it a shot. Coal Dog x Damtoys presents Death Gas Station- Iron Head Tony, and wow, what a figure. This 1:12 scale figure has high quality, soft goods clothes and an amazing sculpt and set of accessories. I have tried out […]
By Nolan P. Smith The Loyal Subject have been making fantastic vinyl figures for years now. From their Masters of the Universe line to characters like Edward Scissorhands and Gizmo, they have made figures from all aspects of pop culture. Their new line of action figures offers an incredibly diverse lineup, including a rock legend, Slash. The BST AXN figure […]
By Staff Reports What if… Tony Stark integrates each of the Avengers super power into an armor? Captain America comes as the third character of a whole new action figure series “Fighting Armor” by Sentinel! Shipping May 2021. Designed by Mitsunari Daitenfu with Hiroyuki Komatsubara in charge of prototype production and direction, this Captain America figure was molded, sculpted, and […]
By Nolan P. Smith The amazing line of Flame Toys Furai Transformers model kits continues as Bluefin announces the next kit featuring the IDW version of Rodimus. I have never been the biggest fan of Rodimus or Hot Rod (Ultra Magnus should have got the matrix…), but this design looks amazing! Rodimus measures almost 6 inches tall once assembled and […]
By Staff Reports It’s the ODB, as you can see! Straight out of the Brooklyn Zoo is the one-man army known as Ol’ Dirty Bastard. Gone far too soon but forever in the Wu, Super7 is proud to present this ReAction Figure of ODB. No need to adjust your system, Czarface is here to save the day one bar at […]
By Staff Reports McFarlane Toys has unveiled the latest editions to their Mortal Kombat line. Shao Khan (Platinum Khan variant) and Liu Kang (Fighting Abbot variant) are joining the lineup in Spring 2021, as Kabal will be available in Summer 2021. They all look amazing!
By Staff Reports Boss Fight Studio, creator of fan favorite action figures, announced today they had acquired the license to make action figures and collectibles of the iconic Popeye The Sailor comics and cartoons. The deal, brokered by FanGirl Consulting and Brand Management, with King Features Syndicate, is the latest in a great lineup of cult classic brands already in […]
By Staff Reports (Victor Valley)—On December 15th, Pastrami Nation, a High Desert based pop culture website and podcast, and Apollo Restaurant are brightening the holidays with “A Christmas Giveaway”. Over 100 toys will be given away, as well as 10 lucky winners, who will receive a free turkey! The giveaway is free to enter, and can only be entered online […]
By Nolan P. Smith He is the leader of the Autobots, the most iconic character in Transformers history. He is Optimus Prime, and he has had a ton of action figures in his long history. With Flame Toys and Bluefin Brands’ release of this figure, what makes it stand out from the rest? The Transformers Furai Action Optimus Prime figure […]
By Nolan P. Smith Bluefin Brands, home of so many amazing collectibles and model kits, announced on their social media that GameStop will be the exclusive retailer to Pre-Order Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Miles Morales SV-ACTION figure! This figure is loaded with accessories to recreate the poses from the amazing Into the Spiderverse animated film! A fantastic sculpt, articulation- this […]
By Staff Reports “…and now a box of little toys has become a gang of little terrors.” NECA is proud to present the Ultimate Blade & Torch and Pinhead & Tunneler 2 Packs from the cult series, Puppet Master! Each figure stands approximately 4.25″ tall, representing the classic look of each puppet, with accessories themed to the character’s appearances across […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor My Hero Academia is one of my favorite modern anime and manga series. The stories of heroes and villains both with powers (quirk), some veterans and some just learning the ropes, will pull you in. One of my favorite villains to pop in the anime has to be the gangly, diabolical hero killer- Stain. Since […]
By Staff Reports From educational toys that make at-home learning fun, to creative crafts, board games, and innovative toys the whole family can enjoy together, the 2021 Toy of the Year (TOTY) Award finalists announced by The Toy Association are sure to top wish lists this holiday season. Known as the “Oscars” of the toy industry, the TOTY Awards program […]
By Staff Reports We’re letting you in on a little secret…… this year we’re producing the very first Vitruvian H.A.C.K.S. Advent Calendar! Zombie-themed, the calendar will include 2 exclusive figures and dozens of exclusive accessories for over 60 pieces total! We even had a special Zombie Christmas Poem written only available on the inside cover of the advent. This 24 […]
By Staff Reports NECA has shared information on its latest release, which coincides with a major anniversary for one of cinemas most exciting franchises: Predator! 30 years after its release, NECA is celebrating Predator 2’s anniversary with the release of the Ultimate Battle Damaged City Hunter. The figure stands approximately 8″ tall with over 30 points of articulation and updated […]
By Staff Reports TF Con is officially underway and while it shall remain a digital event, fans from all over the globe are encouraged to watch fun panels and interviews taking place all weekend long. During TF Con we will be running special promotions on our Transformers model kits from Flame Toys. We also have two event exclusives available which […]
By Staff Reports The Loyal Subjects™ is proud to announce BST AXN™ is hitting retailers NOW! Available at Walmart stores this weekend, Hot Topic in 2 weeks, and Game Stop in 4 weeks! Just in time for the Holidays! Make your Holiday a BST AXN Holiday! For our pals in Australia, and the UK – BST AXN will be available […]
By Staff Reports Scout Comics & Entertainment, Inc. proudly announces the launch of TRACKER COLLECTIBLES, a new action figure/collectible toy company. Peter Goral, writer/creator of the popular Phantom Starkiller and Count Draco Knuckleduster brand, has come aboard as CEO of Tracker and he’ll also spearhead Scout Comics & Entertainment, Inc. merchandise division. Goral (also known as Killer Bootlegs) has been at the […]
By Staff Reports McFarlane Toys has launched several exciting exclusive collectible action figures offered only on Walmart.com as part of the retailer’s Collector Con that started today, Oct 1st and are available now at walmart.com/collectibles. Following on the success of Walmart’s Summer Collector Con, McFarlane Toys and Walmart have teamed up to bring collectors and fans exclusive offerings and first […]
By Staff Reports McFarlane Toys has shown off another new wave of action figures, and it’s amazing! The wave boasts The Drowned, Red Son Superman, Robin, and Death Metal Batman. These are set to hit stores in January 2021!
By Staff Reports It’s Game Time! Bluefin’ sales and festivities kicked off earlier this week and are running through September 20, 2020. Here we are hosting a variety of promotions, giveaways, contests, sales, bundle deals, and live streams. Check out our deals on figures from your favorite video game properties including Mortal Kombat, Street Fighter, Mario Bros., Fate/Grand Order, and […]
By Nolan P. Smith Super7 has done it again, revealing the fourth wave in their Thundercats Ultimates line of action figures. There’s Snowman of Hook Mountain and Lynx-O bolstering the Thundercats, while the latest additions to the villains include Monkian and Pumm-Ra, who gets his first action figure ever! All four figures are available for purchase during a one month […]
By Nolan P. Smith McFarlane Toys keeps the amazing reveals coming as they revealed a new lineup on social media today, focused on the Batman: The Last Knight on Earth storyline. The lineup includes Batman (who will have the Joker head in the jar accessory), Wonder Woman, Scarecrow and Omega. Collect all four to build a massive Bane figure! Check […]
By Staff Reports Next up in the McFarlane Toys Gold Label Collectors Series is a new look for the White Wolf. The famed Witcher Geralt of Rivia is back with his classic Kaer Morhen armor dyed yellow. Geralt will come with his signature assortment of swords and a base for you display and pose him.
By Nolan P. Smith Megalopolis: City of Collectibles dropped the official word on Facebook: Barnyard Commandos are coming back! Here is the official word: It’S OFFICIAL! Barnyard Commandos Pre-Orders Launch Sept. 15 at megalopolis.toysLearn more at premiumdna.toys Were you a fan of the original line? Honestly, I thought they were amazing! Megalopolis already brought back Mad Balls, and it looks […]
Todd McFarlane, one of the most iconic comic book artists of the late 20th century, has unveiled a brand-new DC Multiverse Batman action figure designed, created and produced by McFarlane and his award-winning McFarlane Toys company.
Join Pastrami Nation’s Nolan Smith and Jason Smith as we talk with Bluefin Brands- Brand Manager David Clarke! David gives us the rundown on Flame Toys Transformers, Sen-ti-nel, and introduces us to the world of Kamen Rider! Visit Bluefin online at https://www.bluefinbrands.com/. Visit PastramiNation.com for news, reviews, giveaways, and more! Make sure to follow us at: Facebook: www.facebook.com/pastramination Instagram: @pastramination […]
By Staff Reports The Transformers fight continues! Devastator, the evil Decepticon combiner, towers over his foes as the first 6” tall ReAction figure from Super7 and comes armed with his magna laser on a matching larger card back featuring new retro-style art! You can buy it now HERE.
By Staff Reports Do you remember Mad Balls? I am sure you do! Well, they are back in 2020 and now available for pre-order! Megalopolis: Premium DNA Madballs Wave 1 Action Figures are now available for pre-order until September 1! Wave 1 includes Horn Head, Splitting Headache, Oculus Orbus, and Bruise Brother! Each Madballs action figure stands approximately 6 inches in height, […]