The best things in life are free. Starting today and running until next Sunday, August 5th, 2012, Pastrami Nation will be holding a contest as we giveaway from SDCC 2012 swag! We will be giving away ONE SDCC 2012 Battle Beast Clear Blue Vorin, ONE SDCC 2012 WWE The Rock Rumbler and ONE SDCC 2012 Sideshow Collectibles Gift Card (which […]
A fitting tribute to an amazing manga. Manji, the violent anti-hero to the hit manga, Blade of the Immortal, will become immortalized in plastic this year as he becomes a 30 centimeter tall (about a foot tall) action figure from Medicom. I mean, take a look at that head sculpt: it’s a dead on likeness to the master killer. Plus, […]
Now this is worth a look. Digger, the founder of Art Asylum, the company that brought the world the best mini figures in the world, Minimates, has an awesomely cool Kickstarter project running, which includes producing a web series and exclusive Minimates. Check out the Kickstarter project at http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1460783231/agent-88-the-web-series, and look at all the different levels of donations and what […]
All good things must come to an end…lets hope just not now. Mattel’s Scott Neitlich, aka Toy Guru, has posted another video addressing the price increase for the Masters of the Universe Classics figures for 2013, how the game plan has changed to finishing in 2016 to trying to tie up loose ends for 2014, and more. Check it out. […]
Big things come in small packages. The 3 3/4 inch Marvel Universe line had a lot to show at SDCC, including some surprises. Shown were waves that include Nova, Kang, the Scarlet Witch, Puck and Blastaar. New two packs were also shown, featuring a black FF Spider-Man and a white FF Dr. Doom. She Hulk is even coming to the […]
Well, it’s that time again. Our SDCC coverage is beginning to come to a close, but the news from the con, as well as the most up to date news in comics, toys, video games and more will continue on strong here at Pastrami Nation! Check out the awesome showing that DC Direct had, including the MASSIVE Darkseid based off […]
(All pictures are taken by Nolan P. Smith and Jason T. Smith-Pastrami Nation) Sideshow always steals the show. Sideshow Collectibles showed off their high quality products, including statues, bust and some of the most realistic action figures you have ever seen. From G.I Joe to Star Wars, Lady Death to the Grim Reaper himself, even the Avengers, Sideshow didn’t fail […]
(All pictures were taken by Nolan P. Smith and Jason T. Smith-Pastrami Nation) T-U-R-T-L-E Power meets Morphin time! The heroes in a half shell and the Power Rangers were big at SDCC: from their presences at the Nickelodeon booth, to the free IDW TMNT comic that was being handed out, to the cart in the parking lot near Petco Park […]
Yo Joe! Hasbro had some amazing dioramas on display at the con, showing off everyone’s favorite toy soldiers, G.I. Joe. Besides the amazing Transformers/G.I. Joe exclusive Shockwave HISS Tank, most of the products shown were for the upcoming film, G.I. Joe: Retaliation. Even though they looked awesome, the downside is that we won’t see any of the waves until 2013-closer […]
You have to see it to believe it. During Comic Con, a mural was created featuring the Lord of the Rings characters in Lego form. The mural was done in a 3D look but as a 2D mural. Take a look for yourself at the awesome artwork!
Marvel is definitely full of Legends. Hasbro showed off their waves releasing throughout this year and into the next, and the selection is indeed impressive. The third wave will in fact contain The Punisher/Blade Variant, Mystique/Moonstar Variant, Deadpool/Red Variant, Neo Classic Iron Man, Dr. Doom/FF Doom Variant, but no build a figure. Next year is “the year of the mini […]
Great things do indeed come in small packages. Diamond Select Toys showed off a diverse group of their popular minimates franchise. A plethora of figures from Capcom’s Street Fighter X Tekken game, which includes minimates of Sagat and Kuma! Minimates based off of The Walking Dead comic series were shown as well, with characters like Rick and Glenn leading the […]
Import toys never fail to impress. Bandai/ Blue Fin, who are known for their impressive Dragonball Z, Mega Man X and Godzilla figures, had quite a showing for the con. On display were many new DBZ characters, including Cell, Krillin, Nappa, and more. The Mega Man X collection had two very impressive pieces: Vile’s robot suit and the villain for […]
Bringing the big screen to the display case. NECA showed off a number of impressive pieces at SDCC, and all featured the high level of quality we have come to expect from the company. On display were figures based off of Ridley Scott’s Prometheus, Rocky, Predator, Rambo, Assassin’s Creed, Gears of War, Borderlands 2 and more. Take a look at […]
MORTAL KOMBAT! It’s official, we get a new season of the awesome Mortal Kombat Legacy Series! This time, its all about the tournament! Check out the video below! [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SfmyVkkDMrU&w=640&h=360]
If you’re a fan of Disney’s super popular Vinylmation vinyl collectible figures then you’re in for a treat! A tasty treat! It is only here at this year’s San Diego Comic Con that Vinylmation fans will have the opportunity to purchases 8 different exclusive 3-inch vinyls from the So Tasty food series, each with its scent. Fans will also have […]
By the power of Grayskull!!! Mattel came alive today with a plethora of new Masters of the Universe Classics figures, including the winner of the create-a-character contest, Castle Greyskull Man! Check them out below, and look for more official word as we get it! Personally, I am thrilled that Ram Man is coming in 2013, and so is Jitsu!!! What […]
Today was the first of 3 WWE Superstar autograph signings to be held at this years convention.Today wrestling fans attending the con were graced with the presence of WWE champs from both Raw and Smackdown; Sheamus and CM Punk,oh,and Zack Ryder too. Fans lucky enough to score a ticket when the exhibit hall doors opened were the only ones allowed […]
Thundercats, Hoooooooooooo! The Thudercats have arrived at the 2012 San Diego Comic Con. The REAL Thundercats. The true, classics that we all grew up with loving in the 80’s have finally been done true justice with the latest series of Minimates from Art Asylum and Icon Heroes. To get you started on your way on this great collection, Action Figure […]
Today is the day! Pastrami Nation is on the road to San Diego! Look for news, pictures, updates and all that as the event of all events gets going: the San Diego Comic Con!
Laying the smackdown at the SDCC. Today, Mattel released the schedule for autographs and appearances of various WWE stars for this week’s mega event, the San Diego Comic Con. Here is directly from Mattel: Mattel and WWE®: Get in the Ring! If you want to talk about Mattel’s WWE® action figures with some of the top WWE Superstars then don’t […]
Next week, the mecca of pop culture comes alive once again. The San Diego Comic Con is almost upon us, and with it comes some of the most sought after collectibles. 2012 is no different, as there is literally something for all. From Monster High to Hot Wheels to a Peanuts exclusive comic to a massive collection of the white […]
Check out the Pastrami Nation review of the nefarious Horde Prime from the Masters of the Universe Classics line! [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4wvQP4gG94&w=640&h=360]
Check out our review of the Masters of the Universe Classics Griffin! [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNTle8pgJ5Q&w=640&h=360] [su_youtube url=”http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNTle8pgJ5Q&w”]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Na6l1C8-Ti0[/su_youtube]
Snarf! The furry sidekick Snarf has been revealed as the last in the Thundercats Minimates Set available at the San Diego Comic Con! $20 and it’s yours at the con, with a limited quanityt available online after SDCC. Here is from the Thundercats Facebook page: The ThunderCats minimates series ends with Lion-O’s loyal companion, Snarf! There’s a lot to love […]
Thunder, Thunder, Thundercats! Today’s minimate reveal is the leader of the Thundercats, Lion-O! Here is from the Thundercats Facebook Page: Our week of Comic-Con features is coming to an end, beginning with who else but Lion-O! The fearless leader of the ThunderCats, Lion-O holds both the Sword of Omens and his iconic claw shield in the collection. Be sure to […]
Another cat joins the fray. The Thundercats and Diamond Select Toys Facebook pages have revealed another Thundercats minimate in the form of Panthro! Here is from the Facebook post: Thursday’s reveal features the ThunderCats‘ cunning pilot – Panthro! This talented warrior looks to burst into Comic-Con armed with his iconic nunchucks. “LIKE” if you believe Panthro is the strongest ThunderCat […]
“Spirits of Evil, transform this ancient body to Mumm-Ra the Ever-Living!!!” Diamond Select Toy’s Facebook page has posted up another Thundercats minimate for teh San Diego Comic Con, Mumm-Ra! Shown in his weaker, mummy form, Mumm-Ra is the second Thundercats minimate revealed this week, following Jaga, which we posted up this week. Here is from the Diamond Select Toys page: […]
Thundercats, HOOOOOOOOO! Diamond Select Toy’s Facebook page revealed this yesterday: a Spirit of Jaga minimates for the San Diego Comic Con! Here is what the Facebook page stated: Here is Tuesday’s Comic-Con feature – The Spirit of Jaga Minimate! Jaga returns to Comic-Con in his spirit form, ready to guide Lion-O and the ThunderCats on their journey. “LIKE” if you […]
Here it is: check out Pastrami’s first ever action figure review: WWE Elite Sin Cara. Review by Mega Pixel Jason and Nolan Smith. Check it out! [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vu9qrReRP8s&w=640&h=360]