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Who said that? Why, it’s the Marvel Legends Deadpool Premium Interactive Head—and it’s up for pre-order! In addition to this classic Marvel character, collect other unique items like the Conan the Barbarian Ultimates figure, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’s Leatherhead as a Bishoujo statue, the Etherious Pop! Natsu Dragneel from Fairy Tail, and the main character of Dorohedoro Caiman as a huge 1/6 scale figure. Star Wars: The Black Series and Vintage Collection continues alongside the 10-inch Funko Pop! Mandalorian (holding The Child of course). Mezco announced their One:12 Collective 1978 Superman figure, while Koto’s ArtFX Premier Captain Marvel swoops in. Finally, SDCC 2020 may have been canceled but don’t fret—Diamond has your fix of 2020 PX Previews Exclusives!
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NECA’S third wave of Toony Terrors have arrived! Grab Final Fantasy VII Remake trading figures, the Ghostbusters Plasma Series figures, G.I. Joe’s Baroness as a Bishoujo statue, the much-anticipated Pop! Venom vs. Spider-Man exclusive, and classic Transformers characters as part of the Generations Selects line. Display all your 1/12 scale figures with the Extreme-Sets pop-up dioramas—all in stock now.
Disney+ will add some big deal content in July, from Disney fan-favorites to brand new originals. The biggest of the big of course is the addition of Hamilton, a broadcast of the original cast on stage performing the smash hit musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda. That hits the service July 3rd. Also coming to the service are films like The Mighty Ducks, Ice Age: Collision Course, and Solo: A Star Wars Story. That addition means that all live action and animated Star Wars content is now available on Disney+. New originals debuting include Muppets Now, new episodes of Pixar in Real Life, and One Day at Disney. Check out the full list below.
July 3
Animal ER (S1-2) Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules Ice Age: Collision Course
Ice Road Rescue (S1-4) Race to Witch Mountain (2009) The Big Green The Mighty Ducks
Hamilton – Premiere
An unforgettable cinematic stage performance, the filmed version of the original Broadway production of "Hamilton" combines the best elements of live theater, film and streaming to bring the cultural phenomenon to homes around the world for a thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Pixar in Real Life – "UP: Balloon Cart Away"
When Carl asks real New Yorkers to watch his balloon cart, they get an uplifting surprise.
Disney Family Sundays – "Peter Pan Shadow Box Theater"
Who says you have to grow up? Not the Kurzawa family! They work with Amber on a craft inspired by "Peter Pan" that is designed to bring out the child in everyone.
One Day at Disney – "Zama Magudulela: The Lion King Madrid, Spain"
Zama Magudulela brings The Lion King to life through her role as 'Rafiki' for Madrid theatregoers every day. Magudulela considers it an honor to bring her African heritage to life for people abroad, and loves to share in the joy and excitement the audience feels during each and every performance.
It's a Dog's Life with Bill Farmer – "Movie Star Dogs & Hounds and Horses"
Bill meets dogs who stars in movies. Then, he visits a group of hounds and horses on the hunt.
Solo: A Star Wars Story. Credit Lucasfilm
July 10
Critter Fixers: Country Vets (S1) Gigantosaurus (S1) Secrets of the Zoo (S3) Solo: A Star Wars Story
Disney Family Sundays – "Lilo and Stitch: Family Tree"
Ohana is the name of the game for Amber and the Green family in this craft inspired by Disney's "Lilo and Stitch."
One Day at Disney – "Marc Smith: Story Artist"
Marc Smith, Director of Story, Frozen 2 at Walt Disney Animation Studios, shows how a drawing can become the key to a moving, emotional story. As he sketches characters, Smith emotionally engages with his work to create a bond between himself and the character. Marc blurs the line between fiction and reality, resulting in a lifelike portrayal on the screen.
It's a Dog's Life with Bill Farmer – "Movie Star Dogs & Hounds and Horses"
Bill meets a dog who rescues people in avalanches. Then, he visits six luggage-sniffing beagles.
July 17
A Pre-Opening Report from Disneyland Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul Lost City of Machu Picchu Super Robot Monkey Team Hyperforce Go! (S1-2) The Mousketeers at Walt Disney World Wild Chile (S1)
Disney Family Sundays – "Moana: Tomato Photo Holder"
Amber will offer the Gubany family a picture perfect craft inspired by Disney's "Moana" and its villainous crab, Tamatoa.
One Day at Disney – "Mike Davis: Imagineering Project Manager"
As Principal Project Manager for Walt Disney Imagineering, Mike Davie sees his projects grow out of the ground and into magical experiences for Park guests. From drawing sketches on the back of a napkin to overseeing construction, Mike executes each project, including Epcot World Showcase's new Ratatouille attraction, with determination and passion.
It's a Dog's Life with Bill Farmer – "Snake Search Dogs & Hawaiian Conservation Dogs" (Finale)
In Hawaii, Bill meets two dogs protecting birds. Then, he visits three snake-sniffing dogs.
July 24
Wild Congo (S1) Wild Sri Lanka (S1)
Disney Family Sundays – "The Jungle Book: Finger Puppet"
The Ruvalcaba family joins Amber to learn the bare necessities of finger puppet craftsmanship in this episode inspired by the characters from Disney's "The Jungle Book."
One Day at Disney – "Chris Cristi: Helicopter Reporter"
KABC – TV LA's Chris Cristi covers breaking news from 1,500 feet aboard his news chopper. As a Helicopter Reporter, Cristi delivers up-to-the-minute reports on news events, both big and small, keeping Los Angeles apprised of the latest local stories. A self-proclaimed news nerd since age 9, Chris is fulfilling his lifelong dream of reporting the news every day.
July 31
Alaska Animal Rescue (S1) Animal Showdown (S1) Best Job Ever (S1) Big Cat Games Cradle of the Gods Destination World (S1) Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet (S8) Fearless Adventures with Jack Randall (S1) Hidden Kingdoms of China Hunt for the Abominable Snowman India's Wild Leopards Jungle Animal Rescue (S1) King Fishers (S1) Lost Temple of the Inca Marvel Funko (S1-2) Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster Weirdest, Bestest, Truest (S1) What Sam Sees (S1)
Muppets Now – Premiere
"Muppets Now" is The Muppets Studio's first unscripted series and first original series for Disney+. In the six-episode season, Scooter rushes to make his delivery deadlines and upload the brand-new Muppet series for streaming. They are due now, and he'll need to navigate whatever obstacles, distractions, and complications the rest of the Muppet gang throws at him.
Disney Family Sundays – "Mickey and Minnie: Pillows"
The Chaney family joins Amber for a Minnie and Mickey Mouse-inspired craft they can really sleep on.
San Diego Comic-Con is happening virtually this year and it’s called Comic-Con@Home. It’s FREE to everyone – no badge required!
As one of the largest and most exciting annual exhibitors, Entertainment Earth and our great partners are participating in a big way. We’re still launching all our exciting convention exclusives from Mattel, Funko, Bandai, FiGPiN, Loungefly, and more!
Entertainment Earth Exclusive! Grab this powerful duo of Piccolo and Gohan while you have the chance. These two have an undeniable bond, because Piccolo trained Gohan and prepared him for many of the fights he faced. Dragon Ball Super fans are sure to form a bond with this remarkable Dragon Ball Super Dragon Stars Super Saiyan Gohan and Piccolo Cape Version Action Figure 2-Pack – EE Exclusive as they imagine the biggest DBS battles and moments with these 6 1/2-inch tall figures that boast over 16 points of articulation.
Piccolo features a shiny metallic paint deco on the body. Super Saiyan Gohan sports a shiny paint deco with smoke translucent hair and a cape with a shaded gray deco. Bandai’s Dragon Ball Super Dragon Star figures have amazing style and decoration that incorporates the quality and playability fans love, so don’t miss this exclusive addition to the lineup!
NOTE: This item was originally slated as a San Diego Comic-Con 2020 Entertainment Earth Exclusive. It does not include an SDCC@Home sticker.
Kotobukiya is at it again with another gender swapped redesigned statue of another classic horror icon. This one is a massacre as we are traveling to Texas to see the one and only Leatherface. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre slasher is back and she is ready to play a little rough. Kotobukiya has recently shown off their next addition to their highly popular and seductive Horror Bishoujo line. The statue completely redesigns the killer Leatherface as a female in a very skimpy outfit. She will be carrying a bloody chainsaw and she will also be covered in blood too. It looks like as an added bonus, collectors will be also getting a removable skin mask accessory for her. This adds a whole new terrifying ingredient to this horror statue and any Leatherface and Texas Chainsaw Massacre fan will love to add this piece to their collection.
The Horror Bishoujo Kotobukiya is a truly unique statue series. The gender swapped aspect is a very interesting touch that makes these collectibles stand out. The detail and design on these pieces are pretty amazing even if it shows the curves you never wanted to see of Leatherface. I would love to see a blood splattered version of this statue and they could even limit the same way Funko use to do their bloody variants. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Leatherface Horror Bishoujo Statue from Kotobukiya will be located here when she finally goes live. Don't forget to check out some of the already released Horror Bishoujo statues like Jason, Freddy, and Chucky. Or put in pre-order for the recently announced Pennywise and Beetlejuice before they sell out.
"LEATHERFACE, the cannibalistic butcher with an aptitude for handling a chainsaw is the newest entry in Kotobukiya's HORROR BISHOUJO series. As an added bonus she includes a removable human skin mask accessory!"
The world seems like a terrible and strange place sometimes, but fandom still brings us together. Or at least gives us someone to unite against. These are strange times, but The Daily LITG is becoming a valuable way to quantify just what comic book geek culture is up to in this time of trial. Including a leaked letter from Eric Stephenson to Image Comics creators about DC Comics. Welcome all, to the daily Lying In The Gutters, a long-running run around the day before and the day ahead. You can sign up to receive it as an e-mail here.
Eric Stephenson Talks Jim Lee, Obliquely – Daily LITG 13th June 2020.
Eric Stephenson and the ten most-read stories yesterday
It must be said that Image Comics publisher Eric Stephenson's written assault against DC Comics, leaked to Bleeding Cool yesterday and followed up everywhere must have been particularly hard for DC publisher Jim Lee, co-founder of Image Comics, to read. And was probably the true intended audience. Here's what else people were reading yesterday.
There would also have been signings, appearances, symposia, all manner of comic book-related events. But a few have gone online, and here are some still happening today, on the Daily LITG.
There may not be much of a party atmosphere right now. All depends on which state you are living in. But comic folk are still getting older and still celebrating that special date. With eleven years for us as well.
Frank Cirocco, founder of Venture, co-creator of Alien Legion.
Brett Breeding, inker, co-creator of Doomsday.
Jerry Whitworth, comics archivist
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Ever since the debut of The Mandalorian on Disney+ fans have been in love with these characters. The introduction of this mysterious bounty hunter and the Child have created a whole new influx of collectibles. The rush for The Child products was the biggest push since the introduction of the character was kept so much under wraps. The collectibles still continue after all this time but now it's the push for as much Beskar Armor Mandalorian collectibles as possible. Funko has been staying quite up to date with these new characters and mold with a couple of new waves of figures. Just when we thought they were out of ideas it looks like there is a new 10" figure heading our way. This 10" is set as a common release and will show off both The Mandalorian and The Child. He will be holding his little space companion in this Funko Pop while carrying the shine of his new armor. This will be a nice collectible for any fan of the series and the larger details on this figure are just right for any Mandalorian fan.
This is a Funko Pop design that has not even got a normal-sized figure yet. I hope we can see a normal version of this mold in the future though. The new Star Wars The Mandalorian with The Child 10" Funko Pop will be priced at $34.99. He is expected to release in October 2020 and pre-orders are already live and can be found located here. I doubt this will be the last Mandalorian Funko Pop we will see and I'm sure we will also be seeing plenty more of The Child too. What other characters do you think deserve to be added to this figure line in the future?
Beskar Mandalorian with The Child 10" Walmart Exclusive Pop, photo from Funko.
"Coming Soon: Pop! Star Wars – 10" Chrome Mandalorian with the Child."
The world seems like a terrible and strange place sometimes, but fandom still brings us together. Or at least gives us someone to unite against. These are strange times, but The Daily LITG is becoming a valuable way to quantify just what comic book geek culture is up to in this time of trial. As comic book creator Tee Franklin really got under the skin of Stephen Amell, Dan DiDio took to the stage. Welcome all, to the daily Lying In The Gutters, a long-running run around the day before and the day ahead. You can sign up to receive it as an e-mail here.
Dan DiDio Does His Thing – The Daily LITG 11th June 2020.
Dan DiDio Talking and the ten most-read stories yesterday
Bleeding Cool continues to report from the comics industry shutdown, as it starts to ramp up, while everyone instead gets excited. But as the confrontation between Tee Franklin and Stephen Amell continues to top the chart, Dan DiDio's video conversations start to rise as well. Here are the ten top stories of the day.
There would also have been signings, appearances, symposia, all manner of comic book-related events. But a few have gone online, and here are some still happening today, on the Daily LITG.
There may not be much of a party atmosphere right now. All depends on which state you are living in. But comic folk are still getting older and still celebrating that special date. With eleven years for us as well.
Rich Margopoulos, writer for Vampirella, Creepy, Archie
Susan van Camp, artist on Tales From the Aniverse and Varcel's Vixens.
Terry Collins, writer on Cartoon Network Presents, Lost In Space
Ryan K. Lindsay, writer of Beautiful Canvas, Eternal, and Negative Space
Kahlil Schweitzer, Marketing Manager of MCM Comic Con
Julien Hugonnard-Bert, artist on Injustice: Gods Among Us, Crossed and Star Wars
Josh O'Neill, writer and editor owner of Locust Moon Comics in Philadelphia.
Rob Curley, comics writer, publisher and retailer as Sub City in Dublin
Paul Benjamin, writer on Marvel Adventures Hulk, Disney Princess, Muppet King Arthur.
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The huge classic King Kong finally joins NECA’s 7-inch scale figure series alongside Mattel’s nostalgic line of Jurassic Park figures called the Amber Collection and Kotobukiya’s retro 1/12 scale Mega Man X model kit in the Rising Fire colorway. The Asmus Toys Lord of the Rings 1/6 scale figure line gets larger with the addition of Galadriel the elf. Banpresto presents reissues of popular Dragon Ball and Naruto figures alongside other new anime collectibles from Fate/, Sword Art Online, and Re:ZERO. In addition to these incredible announcements, don’t forget to grab your preorders for MegaHouse anime figures and model kits. These and more are up and ready to join your collections!
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McFarlane and DC cross paths for their DC Multiverse figure line, in stock now! Grab new Power Rangers Lighting Collection Green Ranger and Putty, Mega Construx Heroes wave 2, a 1/6 scale Jon Snow from Game of Thrones and Mer-Man from Masters of the Universe, new Funko Pop! DC movie characters, and finally, Doom Eternal’s Marauder and Doom figures from McFarlane.
Masters of the Universe fans have something new to look forward to as a Funko reveals their newest Funko Shop exclusive. Skeletor is back and this time he is returning to his iconic Disco Skeletor costume. It has been quite some time that we have seen this costume in Pop form as it was a 2013 San Diego Comic Comic exclusive. That figure was limited for only 480 pieces and is now valued at roughly $1,200. This black hood variant of the iconic Master of the Universe villain will be getting a new pose for this 10" which is similar to the upcoming normal Skeletor figure coming later this year. The new mold and larger size will have more detail than the smaller version and will be quite sought after. Funko was rumored to have lost the Masters of the Universe license awhile back but that is far from the truth with a reveal like this.
I am not that surprised that they went with the disco Skeletor variant. This is a very popular costume and with the recent Funko Soda reveals It was a matter of time before he came back into Pop form. A 10" version is still pretty risky as they are not quite selling out as fast as the normal Pop version. Funko seems to be quite fond of the 10" lately and that is sad as this would be an easy sell out if it was its usual size. Not many 10" figures grab my attention anymore but this one and the supposedly postponed 10" My Hero Academia All Might do. The Masters of the Universe Disco Skeletor 10" Funko Shop Exclusive will be priced at $30. Sales go live today June 10th at 2 pm eastern and you will find him located here. If preparing to snag up this beauty I would be prepared 5 mins before and have those clicking fingers ready, good luck fanatics!
#Godzilla Tokyo Clash, the ultimate battle for Kaiju dominance, hits @Target June 21
You are Earth’s most fearsome Kaiju – Godzilla, Mothra, King Ghidorah, and Megalon – battling for dominance as the most terrifying monster in Japan! Stomp across the vintage Tokyo cityscape, unleash devastating attacks, and throw trains, tanks, and battleships at your enemies.
Master each Kaiju’s unique battle style to gain dominance before the humans drive the monsters from the city! The game features an impressive 3-D table-presence with large-scale figures, buildings, and a modular gameboard so every game is unique!
Diamond has beat Funko to the punch with their new SDCC 2020 Exclusive. This time it looks like we are getting a new Funko Comic Book Moment featuring two iconic DC Comics characters. From the 2016 DC Comics Deathstroke comic #16 "Face Off with Red Hood". Deathstroke is here and ready to take on Red Hood in this PX Previews Exclusive. This moment is limited to only 30,000 pieces and shows off both characters running at each other on a rooftop. Red Hood is similar to the same mold we have already seen before. The Deathstroke on the other hand is a mold we have not seen which is sad that we are not getting him in actual Pop form.
The PX Exclusive SDCC 2020 DC Comics Red Hood vs Deathstroke Comic Book Moment is priced at $34.99. The figure is set to come out between July and August 2020. Some pre-orders are already live and you can find them located here. You also be able to find them at your local comic book shop which they can special order them for you. I'm sure this won't be the end of Diamond and their San Diego Comic Con exclusive announcements. So stay tuned here at Bleeding Cool for more SDCC 2020 collectible info and when Funko finally announces all of their exclusives at a later date.
"SDCC 2020 POP! COMIC MOMENTS: DC RED HOOD VS. DEATHSTROKE. Jason Todd. Slade Wilson. One, the disgraced former protege of Batman who lacks Batman's moral code. The other, the world's deadliest assassin, enhanced to use 90% of his brain. From the pages of DC Comics' Deathstroke comes Funko's newest POP! Comic Moments release, depicts their epic battle. This diorama-styled piece features 3 3/4″ tall versions of the Red Hood and Deathstroke with Funko's trademark stylized design as they grapple in a battle that will leave these foes bloody and broken. Add this epic piece of DC Comics history to your collection today! Window box packaging."
New Funko Soda vinyl figures have just been revealed. There will be four new collectible figures headed our featuring some iconic characters. These Sodas are also bigger in production size with one as high as 20,000 pieces. First up is Heath Ledger Joker from The Dark Knight. This figure will be limited to 20,000 pieces and will have the chance of a chase. The chase will feature the Joker in his Bank Robber costume and I wish he was wearing his mask too. Next up is our first Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Funko Soda with sword wielding leader Leonardo. This figure will be limited to only 12,500 pieces and will come with a chase too. This cause will be 1:6 and will feature a glow in the dark variant of the figure. This design matches that Saturday Morning cartoons vibe that really brings this series to life.
Our following Funko Soda reveals are the first Band to get a figure as KISS makes their way to the stage. Gene Simmons aka The Demon is back with a 12,500 limited edition run that will feature a chase variant. Just like Leonardo, this figure will also be glow in the dark with his face paint glowing. The last figure that Funko has revealed is the lovable penguin Chilly Willy. Chilly Willy will be limited to only 10,000 pieces and will also feature a 1:6 chance of a chase. This chase is quite different from a new design showing of fa new color with this Frosty Willy. We have seen Funko Pop designs of the chase and it is a worthy variant for the series. These new figures are all definitely quite interesting to the line. The TMNT line is a great addition to the series as it would join the ranks of other 80s cartoons Masters of the Universe and Thundercats. The cartoony versions of real world individuals are hit or miss. I'm sure dedicated fans of Joker Will make him an easy sell out as well as KISS. I do wish that they did keep these quite limited with maybe the max number being 12,500. I think that was one of the biggest motivations to get this series was the limited quality. Each of these new Funko Soda figures is set to release in September 2020. Pre-orders are already live and they will all be priced at $12.99 and you can find them all located here.
"Your favorite character is joining Funko's Vinyl Soda line! With Chilly Willy, The Demon from KISS, Leonardo from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and DC Comics Heath Ledger Joker coming soon. Each Soda Vinyl Figure measures approximately 4 1/4-inches tall. Packaged inside a collectible soda can, it includes a "POG" shaped collector card. The limited edition item even includes a chase figure to hunt and collect!"
The world seems like a terrible and strange place sometimes, but fandom still brings us together. These are strange times, but The Daily LITG is becoming a valuable way to quantify just what comic book geek culture is up to in this time of trial. Yesterday there was a confluence of retailer response to DC distribution changes courtesy of Mile High Comics and Impulse Creations, Gerry Conway's reaction to how police use the Punisher skull and Marvel liquidating a bunch of omnibuses, while Warren Ellis turned up the gay notch on Marvel Illustrated Swimsuit Special. Welcome all, to the daily Lying In The Gutters, a long-running run around the day before and the day ahead. You can sign up to receive it as an e-mail here.
Mile High Comics and the Daily LITG 8th June 2020.
Mile High Comics – the ten most-read stories yesterday
Bleeding Cool continues to report from the comics industry shutdown, as it starts to ramp up, while everyone instead gets excited. But it was Chuck Rozanski of Mile High Comics who still got the most attention. Here are the ten top stories of the day.
There would also have been signings, appearances, symposia, all manner of comic book-related events. But a few have gone online, and here are some still happening today, on the Daily LITG.
There may not be much of a party atmosphere right now. All depends on which state you are living in. But comic folk are still getting older and still celebrating that special date. With eleven years for us as well.
Jim Stewart, creator of Ganjaman.
Michael Higgins, Marvel writer, artist, letterer, editor
David Seidman, founder of Disney Comics.
Scott Adams, creator of Dilbert.
Brandon Jerwa, writer on Battlestar Galactica, Highlander, G.I. Joe and Army of Darkness.
Ciarán Marcantonio, EIC of Black Sheep Comics
Martin Shapiro, creator of Chopper.
Adam Casey, creator of The Life And Adventures of Santa Claus.
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The world seems like a terrible and strange place sometimes, but fandom still brings us together. These are strange times, but The Daily LITG is becoming a valuable way to quantify just what comic book geek culture is up to in this time of trial. Yesterday there was a confluence of retailer response to DC distribution changes, Gerry Conway's reaction to how police use the Punisher skull and Marvel liquidating a bunch of omnibuses. Welcome all, to the daily Lying In The Gutters, a long-running run around the day before and the day ahead. You can sign up to receive it as an e-mail here.
DC Sucks While Marvel Liquidates – The Daily LITG, June 7th.
DC Sucks, Marvel Liquidates – the fifteen most-read stories yesterday
Bleeding Cool continues to report from the comics industry shutdown, as it starts to ramp up, while everyone instead gets excited. The chart was dominated by DC and Diamond stories, and we extended it to make that point. Here's the fifteen top stories of the day.
Here's a look at what comic book publishers were sending to Final Order Cut-Off, one year ago today. A snapshot from what once was.
Dark Horse has the latest Empowered Vol 11 TPB from Adam Warren. Easy to miss, if you have devoted fans of that series. Like me.
Also from the horse, Aubrey Sitterson and Fico Ossio are launching their new series No One Left To Fight #1.
Year Of The Villain cardstock covers and crossovers kick off at DC Comics with Deathstroke #45, Harley Quinn #63, and Justice League #27.
DCeased has done so well for everyone, #3 is solicited accompanied by #1 reprint.
There's the launch of Doom Patrol: Weight Of The World #1, returnable to retailers who order what they did of Young Justice #1.
There's the launch of Lois Lane #1, returnable and utterly superb.
Tom King and Kubert Superman series for Walmart gets its direct market debut as Superman: Up In The Sky #1
Over at IDW, Kyle Baker is writing Black Panther – and retailers who match or exceed 85% of orders for Marvel Action Black Panther #1 with Marvel Action Black Panther #2 get it returnable with a $.20 per copy fee on returned copies.
50% of total orders of Crowded #7 will be fully returnable.
Thumbs #2 alongside #1 second printing of #1. Match or exceed 80% of order for Thumbs #1 for 50% returnability on Thumbs #2.
Postal Deliverance #1, Space Bandits #1 and Sea Of Stars #1 and launching from Image Comics – the latter two are fully returnable.
Walking Dead #193 must be a keeper considering how #192 did – and there's a #192 Commemorative Edition as well.
Marvel launches Aero #1, spinning out of Agents Of Atlas, Roy Thomas and Jerry Ordway reunite for Captain America/Invaders: Bahamas Triangle, and we get one of the Prodigal Son one shots for the Fantastic Four.
Immortal Hulk #20 has been jumping up the numbers, and the New Mutants #98 Facsimile has the potential to be anther Hulk #181.
There are two Star Wars launches too, Finn#1 and Target Vader #1.
Buffy #6 gets a couple of new covers for FOC as usual…
Test #1 by Christopher Sebela and Jen Hickman is launching from Vault Comics, and will be Fully returnable
While Dave Franchini relaunches Beth: Oath Of Thorns #1 from Zenescope
Comic Book Events happening today
There would also have been signings, appearances, symposia, all manner of comic book-related events. But a few have gone online, and here are some still happening today, on the Daily LITG.
There may not be much of a party atmosphere right now. All depends on which state you are living in. But comic folk are still getting older and still celebrating that special date. With eleven years for us as well.
Larry Hama, GI Joe writer.
Maddie Ricchiuto, Bleeding Cool writer
Christina Diem Pham, producer of Marvel Strike Force
Tucker Stone, former writer of Bergen Street Comics
Andy Grossberg, Founder/CCO of Comic Rocket.
Ozzy Longoria, artist on DTV.
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This pandemic has taken its toll, and we will continue to still see the fallout in the months to come. One big hit inside the toy community is the layoffs at Funko. We have already seen reports that Funko will be cutting back shipments this year, as well as postponing and canceling a lot of their upcoming collectibles. During the ongoing pandemic, Funko did close all their corporate offices and their two big HQ stores in Everette and Hollywood. Newly added sanitation and safety precautions have been included, but that has not been enough.
The hits just keep on coming as Funko has announced more layoffs are here and will impact 250 jobs at their home Everett base. This will reportedly save the company $1 million, and even top management is taking 20% pay cuts to try and catch up. Most of these layoffs will start at the end of June, with the end coming hopefully in September. These layoffs have already begun to appear in the most shocking way as Funko makes major marketing team members hang up their coats.
This is a huge surprise for Funko as this team mainly consisted of the hit toy podcast Funko Funkast. These changes will impact the company in the future from the content we see online to the live-streams, gaming events, and even more possible future virtual cons. After the success of the Virtual Con for ECCC, I am quite surprised Funko would let go some of their most prominent and most valuable members go. The community will be reeling in for these crazy changes, and we will all be watching in on what Funko's next moves are.
The real question now is this the end of Funko, and could we see the decline of one of the biggest collectible companies out there? Only time will tell, but our hearts and collections are with all those Funko members who have had say goodbye. We appreciated everything you have done, and it has a pleasure and a wild journey we all have been on. Safe travels friends, and when one door closes, another opens.
The new comedy Space Force has finally made its debut on Netflix. The comedy series shows off the people behind the scenes working at establishing the newest military branch. The sixth armed services branch, the United States Space Force has its challenges ahead and Mark Naird is ready to accept those challenges. General Naird is portrayed by the hilarious Steve Carrell and Funko made him one of the highlights for their first wave of Pop vinyls. There will be two separate General Mark Naird figures with one being a Target exclusive showing off his new Space Force uniform. Each figure features a similar mold with an aircraft in hand. Speaking of Target Exclusives, Ben Schwartz character F. Tony Scarapiducci will also be in this wave. Holding his cell phone he is ready to tweet up about his newest Funko Pop vinyl. The last figure is the Space Chimp Marcus as seen in the 2nd Episode "Save Epsilon 6". This figure also features the same mold as the Umbrella Academy Pogo but with a spiffy new outfit. Each of these are a nice and refreshing start to a new series of upcoming Pops.
Space Force fans will be very excited to get their hands on these figures. These are only rough draft figures and are currently still in development. Some of these could be canceled if certain properties do not get approved. If Space Force makes its launch, I'm sure we will see more characters released in the future. Pre-orders for all of the Space Force figures can be found in one place including the Target Exclusive figures. They are not scheduled to release until 2021 and you can find them located here.
Erin Naird, Uniformed Naird (Target Exclusive), F. Tony Scarapiducci (Target Exclusive), and Space Chimp Marcus Pop Vinyls, photo from Funko.
