Graphic Novel Storms Book

Based on the best-selling videogame, the Halo Graphic Novel reached #2 on the BookScan list of graphic novels sold in bookstores, the highest position of a non-manga, non-movie tie-in graphic novel in years.

It also debuted at an impressive #33 on Amazon.com.

In fact, the Halo Graphic Novel has sold so incredibly that a second print will be available within weeks.

The reviews have been pouring in from numerous media outlets praising the video-game’s expansion into the world of graphic fiction.

Andrew Smith of Scripps News Service says, “It's an excellent graphic novel for comics fans…it's also undoubtedly a must-buy for anyone who loves the game because it fills in so many blanks.”

Hilary Goldstein of IGN.com says, “Considering the large audience who has played these games, this is a book that belongs in a few million homes.

Master Chief's first journey into comics is a brilliant success.”

Wayne Oliveri of UGO.com says, “Marvel knows how to make comics, and this hardcover has the highest production values. It's a colorful, well-designed book.”

Wook Kim of Entertainment Weekly says, “All in all, this is an impressive effort, given a handsome and solemn presentation.”

The Halo Graphic Novel features four full-length stories by several well-known comic writers and artists including Moebius, Simon Bisley, Tsutomu Nihei, and Jay Faerber as well as a gallery of illustrations by both Bungie artists and other comic book artists.

The Halo Graphic Novel is a 128-page full-color hardcover for a retail price of $24.99 that no comic or Halo fan should be without.

Henkei Exclusive Seekers Thrust

Just in is a new gallery of images for the Tomy Takara Henkei exclusive actions figures Thrust & Dirge.

Note on Thrust the VTOLs are removable and also spins.

Both of the cockpit insides are also chromed! Check out the images of both of these figures now.

The Transformers

Following the events of The Transformers: Devastation,
long-lost Cybertronians are returning from a dead dimension with plans to set off a cosmic event that could mean the end of the universe as we know it.

Can the AUTOBOTS retrieve an all-knowing, all-seeing artifact before the coming apocalypse, despite having a double agent in their midst?

But would that even save them from NEMESIS PRIME’s master plan? Originally presented in Spotlights featuring CYCLONUS, HARDHEAD, DOUBLEDEALER, and SIDESWIPE.

Alien VS Predator

The Force has met its match with these recently released Alien VS Predator Snap Kits! These four inch figures are exceptionally detailed with over 15 points of articulation and more than comparable to the similar sized Star Wars figures.

Developed and created by Blister Direct Japan, (and also licensed and distributed by Hot Toys in Hong Kong and Mega Ridge in Taiwan), this collection of 8 to 10 figures are only available in Asia. The question to ask is why haven't other toy companies come up with this cool style of figures before?
To get things straight, unlike the name and pictures in magazines entail, these are not actual snap kits where you snap parts off a plastic tree. This is decidedly good though as you won't damage the parts or the paint in the process. The figures are in fact molded PVC plastic similar to the many trading and capsule figures out there but are separated into many attachable parts with ball joints. These are the only things you have to "snap" into place.

We chose to review Chopper Predator rather than the Alien figures, because the former has more detail and accessories. Components for every part of the body come separately in a plastic bag.
After building the figure and examining in detail, you will surely agree that he is darn right awesome! The intricate sculpt and painting are done impressively well and even the face is true to the film character.
It also comes with many attachable, highly-detailed accessories including armored mask, chain of skulls, blades, spear, knife and scabbard, round spike bladed weapon, back mounted laser, etc. They all fit nicely for a four inch figure though not as securely as a conventional action figure.

Chopper Predator poses quite nicely with his 15 points of articulation but is somewhat limited by the armor.
It would also have been nice to have a peg base for one leg so it can stay upright easier.
The only other thing that bothers us was the time and effort to put him together, which took close to 15 minutes. It was strenuous to push and twist the ball joints into place versus what we thought would be a "snap".
(Engineered tight to better retain its pose?) Also make sure you put the arms and legs facing the right side or you will have to take him apart again.

As the instructions says, familiarize yourself with the parts first!

WTS Medicom Chun-Li and Hot Toys Jack Sparrow

The title says it all too clearly. Need to clear a bit of my collection since it's been growing like mad. As such, I'm looking to sell my Medicom Chun-Li, since I realized I don't really need it.

Figure has never been removed from box, and the box is in immaculate condition. Looking to recover what I paid for it - S$200. Would preferably like to deal in the West.

Also looking to clear my hands of Hot Toys' Jack Sparrow. Pretty meaningless to have Jack if you don't have Davy Jones, and since I can't get my hands on Davy Jones, I figured Jack's got to go.

Figure has only been opened for inspection and has since been kept away in my cupboard, away from sunlight. If I recall correctly, the plastic shell protecting Jack has a little crack, otherwise, the box is perfect. It was there when I opened the box. Looking for around S$230. Again, would like to deal in the West.

Victor and lilith

Another piece for the contest of darkstalkers tribute.

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