Do Wolverine Toys Have Two D***s? A Bleeding Cool Investigation

Look, I never thought I'd be walking the Wolverine dick beat. I thought I'd show up at C2E2, lob some softball questions at creators, eat an Italian Beef or five, haunt Artist Alley til I got all the things signed I brought, then head back home again the way I came to Chicago, a stranger to the world of multiple-dicked Canadian superheroes.

Clearly, I thought wrong.

The weekend started off well. As I was walking back to Artist Alley, I saw Chris Claremont's table and he only had two people there. I got in line, spoke with him a bit, got a signature and a sketch on a blank variant of Marvel Comics #1000, then moved on. If I had only known what the higher-ups at Bleeding Cool were looking into, I could have asked – would have asked – Claremont how many dicks Wolverine had when he, Claremont, was writing the character. Alas, I didn't, and the opportunity never presented itself again.

You all know by now what happened. I asked about Wolverine's dicks at the Marvel X-Men Creator Signing and got stonewalled not once, but twice. At least I assume you've heard about it. I've been dining on that story all con. Okay, I've been telling that story to food service workers all con.

But the whole thing got me thinking. What if there were another way to see how many dicks Wolverine has? What if Wolverine toys could show us how many dicks Wolverine has?

I knew what I had to do. I had to search the show floor for Wolverine toys with two dicks.

Now, I know what you're thinking. Dave, you're thinking, wouldn't a Wolverine toy with two dicks be caught before it got released to the market? Well, first, I'm a David, not a Dave. Second, let me tell you a little story about the Billy Ripken F**k Face baseball card.

 

The year is 1989.Billy Ripken, known for being the brother of a more famous baseball player and the son of a more famous baseball manager, poses for his Fleer baseball card. Unbeknownst to anyone, even the photographer, his teammates have written the words "F**k Face" on the knob of his bat. Ripken holds the bat in a manner that the picture easily captures the words, the card is produced and printed and packaged and sent out into the world, where the words are quickly discovered. Fleer quickly acted to correct the mistake, but collectors knew about the card and the price skyrocketed so high that today it is worth well over a million zillion dollars. Or $150.

 

Now, again, I know what you're thinking. You're thinking Dave, uhm, David, what does this have to do with anything? Well, Emmy – I know your name is probably not Emmy, but the particular Emmy I know has been told NUMEROUS TIMES that I'm writing for Bleeding Cool this weekend and should be reading my posts and I wanted to make sure she had at least one shout out coming her way. So, Emmy, let me tell you why this is relevant.

We don't know if Billy Ripken was widely regarded to have a F**k Face. In all probability, he didn't, because if he did, the good folks at Fleer would have been on the lookout for any sort of F**k Face mentions on his card. He wasn't, they weren't, and the rest is card collecting history. How does this apply?

If Wolverine truly only has one dick, then manufacturers wouldn't be on the lookout to make sure his toys only had one dick. Because they weren't on the lookout, eventually a two-dicked Wolverine toy would hit the market. It's science. Or math. One of the two.

So, I set out to find two-dicked Wolverine toys on the con floor, knowing that if I found one it would be proof positive that Wolverine only has one dick. Again, science. Or biology, probably.

Did I find any? No. Indeed, every time I asked an exhibitor if they had any Wolverine toys with two dicks, they treated me as if I had stumbled onto a great secret that they could not reveal. Several even threatened to contact security, an action that made me confident they were hiding something. But what could it be? Would the fact that a reporter had stumbled onto the fact that Wolverine has two dicks be enough to justify calling security? Or was something deeper going on?

That's when it hit me. It wasn't just the case that I didn't find any Wolverine toys with two dicks, it was the case that there were very few Wolverine toys to be found at all. This absence of Wolverine toys, a character once as ubiquitous in the toy world as he was in the comics world, wasn't just interesting, it was suspicious.

Rows and rows and only one Logan, no Wolverines

Why were there few Wolverine toys to be found? The answer had to be that all the manufacturers had created new lines of two-dicked Wolverine toys, only to have Marvel step in and halt everything from going to market. That had to be it. As Sherlock Holmes once said, once you eliminate the impossible, whatever remains, no matter how improbable, has to be the truth. Or something like that. I haven't read any of those books in years and it's too late at night and I'm too pumped up on caffeine and sugar to Google the exact quote.

I was tempted to go back and ask about my discovery, but I knew what awaited me if I did. Calls to 'security' – in all probability Marvel staffers – and my detainment and disappearance. So I'm here, putting this out for all to know on Bleeding Cool, and then heavily investing in a new web site designed to sell black market two-dicked Wolverine toys.

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David Pierce

"My Hero Academia" Sports Festival Newest Funko Contestant [Review]

One interesting fact that came out the New York Toy Fair is that Anime is the second highest top selling Funko Pop category. This is honestly no surprise when it comes to popular anime shows like Cowboy Bebop, My Hero Academia, Dragon Ball Z, and Naruto. These shows have such strong following that any collectible given to them is just perfect. Funko has does this before with given uncommon TV shows collectibles and just moving it on over to anime is just an untapped gold mine. My Hero Academia is currently one of my favorite series and I love all the characters Funko is making. A new exclusive figure came out recently with GameStop and he is ready for his time to shine with our newest review.

"Maybe I failed this time, but… I'm not giving up. I'll show them I've got what it takes to make the hero course, and I'll become a greater hero than all of you."

Hitoshi Shinso is here and ready to outshine Class 1A in the U.A.Sports Festival. This is a great choice for a character to get his own Funko figure. He made such a stunning appearance in the first season too. This hero has the power of controlling any opponent who talks back to them. He almost pushed Deku out of the arena but his strong will stopped him. This My Hero Academia Figure is a GameStop exclusive and it does have the sticker on it. Nothing is really special about the package as it is the same as the rest of the line. Check it out below:

Now for Hitoshi himself, he is pretty awesome. His blue spikey hair is on its own level and it's super! The costume is the same as the My Hero Academia Sports Festival too. He is a very basic character but it's nice to see more of these smaller heroes and villains getting their own special Funko Pop. Hitoshi's face is pretty close to that of the anime even in Pop Form. The bags around his eyes are what bring it all together. 

This is a GameStop exclusive figure and you can find him located here. I'm sure with the success of the My Hero Academia line we will start seeing more and more figures come out. I can't wait till we have all the members of class 1A out. This series is a great way to continue to bring new characters and moments into the gold and keep the other figures limited and rare. Go Beyond!

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Tyler Roberts

Funko Gets Refreshing With the Dr. Pepper Lil Sweet Pop [Review]

Dr. Pepper recently has a reward for people who bought up 3 bottles of their iconic soda. If you did that you were able to attempt and lock down an exclusive Funko. This Funko Pop is based on their hilarious Diet Dr. Pepper commercial icon, Lil Sweet. I was surprised to see it show up so fast and with it, in hand, it's time to check him out up close.

Right off the bat, his box is colored like a Diet Dr. Pepper with that silver accent. The logo is shown at the top and it even has a can shared exclusive sticker on the Funko Pop window. I really like this sticker on this guy and with such a unique gift it fires perfectly. Nothing is shown of the back except for Lil Sweet's catchphrase, "It's the sweet one."

Moving away from the box, it's time to look at Lil Sweet himself. The figure is nicely sculpted and beautifully colored. He even has hints of glitter on his scarf, which gives him a little extra pizzazz. The Funko is holding a Diet Dr. Pepper in his hand which is cheesy but awesome at the same time. His clothes are nicely shown and his red flowing hair really stands out. This is a great collaboration between two great companies. The Funko Ad Icon line is pretty great and with the extension to more food icons, it's exciting to see what will be next. This Funko could already be sold out but check out Dr. Pepper for updates on if more will come out. I wonder what company will take the next step at the Funko game and bring their mascot alive. What would you guys and girls like to see be the next Ad Icon??

It's the sweet one.

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Tyler Roberts

eBay for Charity Partners with Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors for One-Of-A-Kind Charity Auction

Proceeds will benefit conservationist organization Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors and help protect orphaned, injured and endangered wildlife.

To celebrate Steve Irwin’s birthday and National Wildlife Day today, eBay for Charity is partnering with the Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriorsfor a one-of-a-kind charity auction featuring a Funko Pop! collection of the legendary wildlife warrior, which includes an incredibly rare prototype. 

Fans from around the world can head to ebay.com/wildlifewarriorstoday through March 3 to bid on a collection of all three Steve Irwin Pop! figurines, plus the rare prototype. This exclusive set includes Steve Irwin dressed in his signature khaki with a crocodile, the recently released and very exclusive Steve Irwin with a snake, the limited edition Steve Irwin with Turtle Chase plus, the incredibly rare prototype of Steve Irwin with Turtle Chase!

“Steve hoped his message of conservation would always be remembered,” said Dr. Terri Irwin, Steve Irwin’s wife and owner of Australia Zoo. “This is a wonderful way to recognize Steve’s work protecting wildlife and wild places with funds raised going towards Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors, the charity Steve founded.” 

All of the proceeds will benefit Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors, a conservationist organization created by Steve and Terri Irwin in 2002 as a way to include and involve caring people in the support and conservation of the world’s most threatened wildlife species and natural habitats. Wildlife Warriors from around the world have joined forces to continue Steve’s mission to protect orphaned, injured and endangered wildlife – from the individual animals to an entire species.

“Steve was such an iconic figure in wildlife conservation and this unique auction is a great way to honor him and his mission,” said Sam Bright, Vice President and General Manager of Verticals. “From Funko Pop collectors to eBay buyers who want to give back, we’re offering shoppers a chance to bid on this extremely one-of-a-kind collection while also giving back to a charity that is so important to the Irwins and to ensuring Steve’s legacy lives on.”

Head to ebay.com/wildlifewarriors to bid on this unique auction and help raise vital funds for the Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors.

About eBay for Charity:

eBay for Charity enables members of the eBay community to connect with and support their favorite charities in the U.S. and abroad. Every time a user buys or sells on eBay, it’s an opportunity to support causes that matter the most and to help with their fundraising goals. With more than 83,500 charities enrolled on the site, eBay is home to one of the world’s largest and most active giving communities. Since 2003, the eBay community has raised more than $1 billion for charity. For more information visit ebayforcharity.org. 

About Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors and Wildlife Warriors Worldwide-USA:

Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors and Wildlife Warriors Worldwide-USA were founded in 2002 by Steve and Terri Irwin. Their mission was to involve caring people from around the world in the conservation of wildlife and wild places. Since starting the charity, Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors and Wildlife Warriors Worldwide-USA have supported the protection of injured, threatened and endangered wildlife around the world.

Today, with nine global conservation projects, three vast conservation properties and a loyal following of global donors and supporters, Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors and Wildlife Warriors Worldwide-USA are carrying on Steve’s dream to save one, save the species.

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Daniel Pickett

The Daily LITG, 27th February 2020 – Happy Birthday, Andy Kubert

Welcome to the pretty-much-mostly-daily Lying In The Gutters. A run around the day before and the day ahead. You can sign up to receive it as an e-mail here.

The 10 most-read stories yesterday

1. "What Is DC Comics' 5G?" The Story So Far…
2. Brian Hibbs on Hell Arisen #3 – "None Of You Bought Copies Of #1 Or #2 From The Shelf"
3. Connor Kent Meets Superman – and Superboy Prime (Spoilers)
4. "Heels": Stephen Amell Workout Update – "Arrow" Salmon Ladder Thief?
5. New Ancient Star Wars Lightsabers are Coming Soon from Hasbro
6. Today's Hell Arisen #3, Selling Multiple Copies for $40 to $50, Thanks to Punchline (Spoilers)
7. Welcome To Leviathan Country (Leviathan Dawn #1 Spoilers)
8. The Crucible in Tomorrow's X-Men #7 Doesn't Undo Genoshan Genocide… But It Does Undo [SPOILER]
9. What Tomorrow's X-Books Tell Us About the Sex Lives of Cyclops, Wolverine, and Marvel Girl [SPOILERS]
10. Why Can't The X-Men Sleep At Night? (X-Men #7, Giant-Sized X-Men #1, New Mutants #8, X-Force #8, X-Men/Fantastic Four #2 Spoilers)

One year ago…

1. Lucifer Season 4: Ella is Heading Down a Dark Path
2. Did 'Gotham' Already Introduce A New Bat-Family Member? [THEORY]
3. The State of CW's DCU [Part 1]: Flash, Arrow, Supergirl, Black Lightning
4. All of Funko's ECCC 2019 Exclusives in One Place
5. The Reading Difference Between Digital and Print in Nightwing #57

Happening today…

• Drawing Double: the Comics of Kim Deitch & Noah Van Sciver, Butler Library, New York, 6-9pm.
• Marvels X #1 signing with Jim Krueger, Midtown Comics Grand Central, New York, 6-7pm.
• Kelly Williams "A Letter to Jo" Signing in Bucktown, Challengers Comics + Conversation,, Chicago, Illinois 4-6pm.
• How to make a graphic novel, A Cass Visual Communication talk by Anna Mill and Luke Jones..Room CCG-02, The Wash Houses, London Metropolitan University, 25 Old Castle Street, London
• The Comic Creators Workshop is a bi-monthly meet up for anyone that creates Comics, Graphic Novels and Comic Strips, Belsize Community Library, Antrim Grove, Belsize Park, London

Happy birthday to…

Photo by Luigi Novi

• Andy Kubert, artist on Batman, Superman, X-Men.
• Jeff Smith, creator of Bone
• Lisa Patrick, Marvel editor
• Joey Esposito, creator of Captain Ultimate
• Bill Cunningham, comic book restorer

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Rich Johnston

Overwatch League Releases First Funko Figure and More

With the 2020 season of the Overwatch League underway, fans across the globe can get hyped with new consumer product offerings including:

 

·           Tracer Overwatch League Funko Pop! – A Fanatics exclusive now available and first of its kind for the league!

·           Overwatch League Jerseys – Newly reimagined for 2020 and made in collaboration with legendary streetwear designer Jeff Staple, available now for pre-order

 

These new products and a wide range of other fan gear/collectibles are available through the Overwatch League Shop! As an added bonus, fans that pre-order any new jerseys will receive $20 FanCash to use on their next OWL shop purchase.

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Daniel Pickett