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under General Toy News, Random Photo Shoot

Just about a year ago, I went through and did photo shoots for a number of new Madballs from Kidrobot. These includes two sets of blind box Madballs, their 4″ sized Madballs, and their 6″ sized Madballs. Late last year, a special series of horror themed Madballs were released in the 4″ size. Announced last month and quickly released, the new Madballs 4″ Series 2 Assortment features three new takes on the classic toys. In this assortment, you can find Freaky Fullback, Swine Sucker, and Lock Lips.

Toyark sponsor Entertainment Earth sent along the new Madballs for us to check out. After the jump you can check out a gallery and some thoughts on the new releases.

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under Horror Toy News, Random Photo Shoot

After the surprising box office success of A Nightmare On Elm Street, the producers at New Line Cinema were quick to put a sequel into motion. Wes Craven refused to return to direct, and directing duties went to relative newcomer Jack Sholder. Along with writer David Chaskin, the duo brought to life an amazingly odd sequel filled with sexual overtones that producers were initially blind to. And while it’s easy to poke fun at the thematic elements of the film, it’s hard to ignore how absolutely horrifying Freddy Krueger is in the film. In A Nightmare On Elm St. 2: Freddy’s Revenge, he is still portrayed as an absolute monster, as the darkly humorous Freddy wasn’t truly brought in until the 3rd film. In the movie, Freddy looks to escape the confines of his Dreamworld prison by possessing young Jesse Walsh, one of the new inhabitants of the famed Elm Street house. Using his new access to the real world, Freddy forces Jesse to continue his reign of terror.

While the film itself broke most of the rules established in the original film, and it’s sequels, Freddy himself remained scary as hell. The portrayal of Freddy in the film is still my personal favorite of the entire series. His makeup is more refined than the original, adding a more demonic look to the character. I also really liked the look of the hand with blades protruding, which always struck me as particularly spine chilling.

NECA continues their line of Ultimate Freddy Krueger figures with an Ultimate Freddy’s Revenge – Freddy Krueger Figure. Previously, they have released Ultimate version of A Nightmare On Elm St. Freddy, and a Dream Warriors Freddy. After the jump, you can check out over 60 photos of the figure, as well as my thoughts on the newest Freddy release.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth Links: Ultimate Freddy’s Revenge Figure, Ultimate Part 1 Freddy, All Freddy Merchandise

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under Star Wars Toy News

Entertainment Earth dropped us a line to let us know that 3 of their exclusive 3.75 scale Star Wars figures and sets are online now! Included are the Flame Trooper (in firing stance), C’ai Threnalli, and a Finn Vs. Phasma 2 pack. Check the details and links below!

Star Wars: The Last Jedi Flame Trooper 3 3/4-Inch Figure
https://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=HSE0521

Hard to find! You won’t find Star Wars: The Last Jedi Flame Trooper 3 3/4-Inch Action Figure at a store near you! The Supreme Leader of the First Order deploys these fiery forces to burn villages to the ground. The forces are back with a Force Link sound chip and newly posed limbs, plus some other minor changes. Collectors will love adding to their armies, but with a twist – the figure has been redesigned to hold his terrible torch with both hands now!

Bring the galaxy to life with Force Link! Recreate the adventures of a galaxy far, far away with Force Link, a new interactive play system from Hasbro that gives kids the sound effects and phrases from the Star Wars movies right in the palms of their hands! Wear Force Link wearable technology (Available in Starter Set. Sold separately) to activate lights, sounds, and phrases in Force Link-activated figures, accessories, vehicles, and playsets! With Force Link, kids can bring their favorite Star Wars adventures to life! When kids wear their Force Link wearable technology and pick up the 3 3/4-inch scale Star Wars First Order Flametrooper figure, they can activate authentic figure phrases and sounds! Figure includes movie-inspired design and 2 character-inspired accessories. May the Force be with you.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi C’ai Threnalli 3 3/4-Inch Figure
https://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=HSE0524

Hard to find! You won’t find Star Wars: The Last Jedi C’ai Threnalli 3 3/4-Inch Action Figure at a store near you! A hero of the Resistance and Poe’s pilot pal, Threnalli is an alien pilot here to save the day. Complete with Force Link chip, removable helmet, and blaster pistol, he’s ready to face the First Order with bravery from his starfighter’s seat!

Bring the galaxy to life with Force Link! Recreate the adventures of a galaxy far, far away with Force Link, a new interactive play system from Hasbro that gives kids the sound effects and phrases from the Star Wars movies right in the palms of their hands! Wear Force Link wearable technology (Available in Starter Set. Sold separately) to activate lights, sounds, and phrases in Force Link-activated figures, accessories, vehicles, and playsets! With Force Link, kids can bring their favorite Star Wars adventures to life! When kids wear their Force Link wearable technology and pick up the 3 3/4-inch scale Star Wars First Order Flametrooper figure, they can activate authentic figure phrases and sounds! Figure includes movie-inspired design and 2 character-inspired accessories. May the Force be with you.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi Finn vs Phasma 3 3/4-Inch Figures
https://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=HSE0624

Hard to find! Relive the face-off from the epic conclusion of The Last Jedi where Finn takes his riot baton and duels Captain Phasma with her deadly pole weapon! Each action figure is articulated and compatible with the Force Link band, sold separately. Bring the rematch of the movie home and relive the fight for yourself!

Bring the galaxy to life with Force Link! Recreate the adventures of a galaxy far, far away like never before with Force Link, a new interactive play system from Hasbro that gives kids the sound effects and phrases from the Star Wars movies right in the palms of their hands! Wear Force Link wearable technology (Available in Starter Set. Sold separately) to activate lights, sounds, and phrases in Force Link-activated figures, accessories, vehicles, and playsets! With Force Link, kids can bring their favorite Star Wars adventures to life! When kids wear their Force Link wearable technology and pick up the 3 3/4-inch scale Star Wars Finn (First Order Disguise) or Captain Phasma figure, they can activate authentic figure phrases and sounds! Figure includes movie-inspired design and character-inspired accessories with their own set of battle effects. Activate 3 different sets of sounds with Finn (First Order Disguise) and Captain Phasma figures and accessories! May the Force be with you!

under Horror Toy News, Random Photo Shoot

Now available in stores is the Child’s Play – Chucky Mego Style Figure by NECA Toys. This 5.5″ tall figure features a a highly poseable figure, a cloth outfit, rooted hair and numerous weapons. This version of Chucky is based on his look in the original Child’s Play film. In the movie, a serial killer named Charles Lee Ray transfers his soul into the body of a popular “Good Guy” doll as he dies. The doll makes its way to Andy, a young boy who witnesses the murderous nature of Chucky and whose fate becomes intertwined with the doll for much of his life. The NECA figure comes packaged in a resealable clamshell backer.

Toyark sponsor entertainment Earth sent along the figure for us to check out. Read on for the photos and my thoughts on the new Chucky Retro Style Figure.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth links: NECA Retro Style Chucky, NECA Ultimate Child’s Play Chucky, All Child’s Play Collectibles

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under Random Photo Shoot, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Toy News

The latest Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles release from NECA is a 1/4 scale Michelangelo figure. This 16.5″ tall figure is based on Mikey from the 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles live action film. The figure is the third release in the line up, as he joins, Leonardo, Donatello and Raphael. Next month, NECA will release their Raphael in Trenchcoat. At San Diego Comic-Con 2017, NECA revealed a further series of releases for the 1/4 scale line up, including Shredder, Foot soldiers and an accessory pack featuring the baby Turtles! The Michelangelo figure includes an assortment of interchangeable hands, two nunchucks, a bag of pork rinds and a slice of pizza.

Toyark sponsor Entertainment Earth provided us with the 1/4 Scale Michelangelo Figure. Read on to check out thoughts and a full gallery.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth links: 1/4 Scale Raph in Trenchcoat, 1/4 Scale Leonardo, All NECA TMNT Items

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under General Toy News, Random Photo Shoot

For the third year in a row, NECA has released a special edition Christmas themed figure. Their first release was a set of figures based on Home Alone. Last year, we were treated to our first National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation figure with the release of the Santa Clark Griswold figure. This year, NECA has released a new version of the Clark Griswold figure. The Chainsaw Clark Griswold is based on one of the most memorable scenes from the classic film as Clark exchanges verbal jabs with his neighbors Todd and Margot. This 8″ retro Mego style clothed figure includes a vintage Cooper Goalie Mask, a chainsaw, interchangeable hands and Marty Moose mug.

The figure is available in stores and online now. Toyark sponsor Entertainment Earth provided the figure. Check out the photos and my thoughts after the jump.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth links: Chainsaw Clark Griswold, Vinyl Idolz Clark Griswold, All Christmas Vacation Collectibles

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under Random Photo Shoot, Video Game Toy News

Yesterday I reviewed the excellent Mortal Kombat – Sub-Zero 1/12 Scale Figure by Storm Collectibles. The figure was a great kick off to the new Mortal Kombat line by Storm. With a great sculpt and top notch articulation, I felt it was a must own figure for fans of the game series. Today I continue our reviews with a look at Sub-Zero’s arch-enemy; the Netherrealm demon known as Scorpion. Much like the early games in the franchise, Scorpion shares the same sculpt as Sub-Zero, but includes his own set of unique accessories. I picked up the figure courtesy of Toyark sponsor Entertainment Earth. Read on for my thoughts on the figure as well as a full gallery.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth links: Storm Scorpion, Storm Shao Kahn, All Storm Mortal Kombat Figures

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under Random Photo Shoot, Video Game Toy News

Mortal Kombat, the long running video game franchise that has spanned multiple gaming generations, has always seemed like a perfect license for action figures. The characters were a mix of iconic martial arts movie as well as sci-fi and fantasy designs. As the series grew, more unique characters entered the fray, however, the license has sometimes seemed to have a rocky relationship with action figure collectors. Over the years, a number of companies have attempted to bring these characters to fans of the series. Companies ranging from Palisades Toys, Toy Island, Jazwares and Mezco (among others) have all attempted their own lines from different eras of the franchise. While some had decent runs (such as the Jazwares releases), many of these lines, unfortunately, rarely went on for more than a few waves, leaving fans without some of the most iconic characters that make up the rosters. Storm Collectibles is looking to change the game with their line up. Instead of focusing on mass market retail, they are taking the classic designs and creating fully packed collector level action figures.

Their first two Storm Collectibles Mortal Kombat Figures are now available in North America (they were released a couple months ago overseas). Today we take a look at Sub-Zero! Toyark sponsor Entertainment Earth sent along the figure. Read on to check out my review ad full gallery for the figure.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth links: Storm Sub-Zero, Storm Noob Saibot, All Storm Mortal Kombat Figures

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under Marvel Toy News, Random Photo Shoot

Today we are taking a look at a Marvel Legends set that dropped right before Comic Con 2017. Entertainment Earth has an exclusive early run of the Star Lord and Ego Guardians of the Galaxy 2 pack before it’s wider release (in stock there right now). The set features Star Lord in his shorter jacket with an unmasked and masked head, 2 blasters and a Walkman. Ego features 2 heads for Kurt Russell, one smiling and one angry. Both set of heads use the new digital printing for face paint and are pretty good unless you dig in with a microscope (and sometimes our cameras here at Toyark do that). Ego’s heads have less of a paint issue and more of sculpt – both look very similar. The fine details of the expressions didn’t transfer into the mass production molds. All in all it’s a solid GotG set and cool to see Kurt Russell in action figure form! Read on to check out our pics courtesy of Entertainment Earth!

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth Links: Star Lord and Ego 2 Pack, Comic Con 2017 Exclusives, All Entertainment Earth Exclusives.

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