1990 Ninja Turtles Technodrome Playset

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The TMNT Technodrome was one of my favorite playsets as a kid. It was absolutely humungous, held a ton of figures, and has all kinds of awesome functions to let you take your imaginary battles to the next level.

You could easily fit at least 10 figures on in this thing, all taking advantage of the various features in one way or another. Figures could man the helm, which controls the giant eye on the top. Sit in a cockpit, get tied to a spinning death wheel, lay on an examination bed, hang out in the armory, man the guns, get locked up in jail, or take a bath in the slime pit! This thing alone could keep me busy for hours.

To take it to the next level though, the Technodrome actually connected to the Sewer Playset. If you were lucky enough to have both sets, you were going to be the talk of the neighborhood for at least a week!

The two sets connected through green sewer pipes that where included with the Sewer Playset. The pipes connected directly to the jail cell, so the bodacious foursome could make a daring escape!

Once connected, between the two, you could probably fit 20+ figures creating the best afternoon play time of a child’s life!

I have fond memories of those two sets. I still love to set them up every now and then, and  reminisce about memories past.

Order your 1990 Technodrome Playset & more today!

G.I. Joe Retaliation Wave 4 (Pre-Order)

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HAS22918G.I. Joe fans, this is the wave you have been waiting for! I know I have. All 12 figures are new for this wave, no repacks!  We are finally getting fan favorite figures like Kwinn, the Data Viper, and Budo, as well as “Ultimate” versions of past favorites. Its been a slow 2 years for us G.I. Joe fans, but this wave is looking to change that. These figures are sure to be highly sought after, so don’t hesitate to place your order!

This Wave 4 case includes 12 individually packaged action figures (subject to change):

  • 1x Budo
  • 1x Kwinn
  • 1x Data Viper
  • 1x Crimson Guard
  • 1x Cobra Combat Ninja
  • 1x Ultimate Cobra Commander
  • 1x Ultimate Roadblock
  • 1x Ultimate Storm Shadow
  • 1x Ultimate Snake Eyes
  • 1x Ultimate Duke
  • 1x Ultimate Flint
  • 1x Ultimate Fire Fly

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Star Wars Black Series 6″ and 3 3/4″ Figures (Pre-Order)

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HSA4301AlgThe highly anticipated 6″ line of Star Wars Black figures are here! Well, available for pre-order that is. Bring the next big thing in Star Wars home with the Star Wars Black Series 6-Inch Action Figures Wave 1 Case. These awesome 6-inch figures are developed in conjunction with Lucasfilm, Hasbro, and Gentle Giant to bring you the highest level of detail and authenticity at a price that can’t be beat. Collect them all, and start your collection here!

This Star Wars Black Series 6″ Action Figures Case includes includes 4 individually packaged action figures (subject to change):

  • 1x Luke Skywalker (Rebel Pilot)
  • 1x Darth Maul
  • 1x R2-D2
  • 1x Sandtrooper

HSA5077AlgIn addition to the 6″ series, Star Wars Black is giving us a great line-up of 3 3/4″ figures. These 3 3/4″ scale Star Wars action figures feature heroes and villains from across the galaxy! Longtime fans of Star Wars are going to love the great style, bringing returning favorites with new style like you’ve never seen before. Each Star Wars Black Series Action Figure comes individually packaged with terrific accessories like blasters, lightsabers, and removable helmets. Don’t miss this awesome assortment of Star Wars heroes, villains, and more!

This Star Wars Black Series 3 3/4-Inch Action Figures Case includes 12 individually packaged Star Wars Action Figures, including (subject to change):

  • 2x Anakin Skywalker
  • 1x Clone Trooper Sergeant
  • 2x Biker Scout (Scout Trooper)
  • 2x Darth Vader
  • 1x Clone Pilot
  • 1x Luke Skywalker (Yavin Ceremony)
  • 1x Padme Amidala (Arena Battle)
  • 2x Biggs Darklighter (Pilot)

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1986 Ghostbusters Firehouse Playset

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Remember a day when playsets were absolutely HUGE!? Oh, and fairly inexpensive at that. The 1986 Ghostbusters Firehouse Playset is a prime example.

Measuring in at over 2 feet tall, with an original retail price of about $40,  this guy occupied a fair amount of my time as a child. It offered not one, not two, but three levels (not including the roof). A spinning fire-poll for you figures to slide down, opening fire-doors, a containment unit, and a ghost trap! Not only that, but it came with a can of slime that you could pour down the center of the playset. They thought of everything!

I used to love to slam my Ecto-1 through the doors, which are actually pretty sturdy. My personal Ghostbusters Firehouse Playset has all original parts, with nothing broken. And I really beat the heck out of that thing.

I know i’m not alone with the excitement I would get as a child when I would see these playsets on the shelves. Castle Greyskull, Cobra Hydrofoil, the Terrordrome, the TMNT Technodrome Playset, and the (Holy Grail)  U.S.S. Flagg.

Its not until just recently that these “BIG” playsets started to make a comeback. Star Wars kicked it off with the Millennium Falcon, and has continued on with several vehicles in larger scale. We also got the absolutely gigantic TMNT playset based on the new cartoon.

Sadly, most of these sets aren’t affordable making them more for the collector than anyone else. The Falcon, last I checked, was up to $250 now. Ouch! Oh, and lets not forget that G.I. Joe PITT thing. A giant boat with wheels? $100? Yeah, pass!

Though the time has passed for a lot of these awesome playsets, we are fortunate in the fact that a lot of kids took good care of their stuff back in “the day”. Most of these are readily available on the second-hand market. Some more expensive than others, but most are worth every penny!

Order your 1986 Ghostbusters Firehouse Playset & more today!

Memorial Day 4 Day Sale!

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Hey toy fans!

All you bargain hunters out there looking for some awesome deals this Memorial Day, you have come to the right place!

Starting tomorrow, we are having a 10% off 4 day store-wide sale. That’s right, EVERYTHING we have is 10% off including pre-orders and items currently on sale.

We have hundreds of items to choose from, from lines like G.I. Joe, Transformers, Thundercats, Walking Dead, Marvel Legends, Star Wars, and more!

Don’t miss out on these awesome deals!

20th Anniversary Optimus Prime DVD Edition

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IMG_4633This is the Crème de la Crème of Transformers figures. The 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime is everything an anniversary figure should be.

If you have seen my previous post regarding the Retro Classics TMNT figures, you know that I absolutely love to see figures I had as a kid make a comeback. What I love even more is when they come back like this!

Toy manufacturers seem to put little effort in to the stuff they release  now. Anything that does show any bit of effort on their part, you are going to be paying premium prices for. This figure is no exception. And while I end up passing on a lot of the higher end stuff, figures like that’s you just cant let slip through you fingers!

So this is essentialy Hasbro’s version of the Encore MP-04 Convoy figure. There are a few aesthetic difference between the two. The most noticeable are the shorter pipes on the shoulders and of course no trailer. You can buy aftermarket pipe upgrades though for fairly cheap. I got me a set and they are very nice quality.

One thing I think is funny about this guy is that it is called the “DVD Edition”, but if you notice the small print under the title on the box it says “DVD not included”. Ah Hasbro, you kill me!

The figure itself is a mix of plastic and metal pieces, much like it’s vintage counterpart. This guy is super solid, and extremely heavy. It tends to be very top heavy though, which strains the ankle and knee joints at times.

It comes with a nifty base to pose on, which has catch phrases recorded by Peter Cullen exclusively for this release.  For accessories you get the classic blaster rifle, electro axe, Matrix of Leadership, and Megatron in pistol form.

If you don’t have the money to pick up Encore figure, I highly suggest you check out Hasbro’s Masterpiece line.

Order the 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime DVD Edition figure today!

 

Walking Dead Series 4 (Pre-Order)

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Based off fan-favorite characters from the AMC TV version of Robert Kirkman’s The Walking Dead, these 5-inch scale action figures sport interchangeable accessories and multiple points of articulation. Collect every blood-curdling one!

This Series 4 case contains 5 individually packaged figures.

  • 1x – Andrea
  • 1x – The Governor
  • 1x – Carl Grimes
  • 1x – Riot Gear Zombie
  • 1x – Riot Gear Gas Mask Zombie

Andrea comes with a leg holster, hand gund (black beretta), and sniper rifle. The Governor comes with hip holster, hand gun (beretta model .92SB nickel plated), hunting knife, wrist watch, necklace with keys. Carl Grimes comes with removable Sheriff’s hat, hunting knife, prison keys, and medical bag. Riot Gear Zombie has removable riot gear baton, ridot gear helmet flips up to expose face! Riot Gear Gas Mask Zombie comes with a riot gear shield, removable gas mask to expose skinless face.

The wait between the seasons of this show is almost as bad as the wait between the figure release dates! Seriously, September for these!?! Oh well….I guess I will hit up NetFlix and re-watch seasons 1&2 for the 100th time!

Seriously though, these are some killer figures. Series 3 of this line is simply amazing, with some of the best detail I have seen thus far. I can only assume these are going to be equally as amazing, if not more. Check out the awesome review of the Series 3 Autopsy Zombie our of the good friend Pixel-Dan did for us, and see for yourself.

Also, how cool is it we are 4 waves in to this and haven’t got a Lori figure yet! Yikes, I can only imagine the peg space she will warm! :)

 

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Merle and Daryl Dixon 2-Pack (Pre-Order)

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The Dixon Brothers re-united in this Walking Dead TV Merle and Daryl Dixon Action Figure 2-Pack! Two bad-ass, backwoods, rebel yelling redneck brothers thrust against an unyielding onslaught of ravenous undead. Both original Atlanta survivors, Daryl and Merle Dixon have proven time and again, blood is thicker than brain matter! Family reunions can be a bitter sweet pill to swallow, especially in a world inhabited by The Walking Dead!

Using a 3D scan of the actors themselves, both of these highly detailed figures feature the exact likeness of the characters from the show. The Daryl Dixon figure features 20 points of articulation and includes a crossbow, hunting knife, fire axe, pick axe, and prison keys. The Merle Dixon figure is re-armed and ready for action with 20 points of articulation, prosthetic arm with bayonet, assault rifle, pistol, and knife.

If youre a budget collector like myself, you probably already know that the Daryl Dixon figure is fetching some crazy prices. For a lot of us, this might be the only way to snag him without breaking the bank!

These packs a creating a HUGE buzz, and are selling out all over the web. Dont waste you time on eBay, shelling out huge sums of cash. Pick one up with us, and save yourself some time and money!

 

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TMNT Retro Classics Wave 2 (Pre-Order)

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Cowabunga, all you Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fans, because these classic-styled figures from back in the day make their triumphant return! The most articulated Turtles ever done by Playmates Toys capture the style and look of the original TV series from the late 1980s, appealing to fans that grew up with the Turtles. Each TMNT figure stands just over 6-inches tall and includes signature weapon accessories and a personalized base.

This Wave 2 case contains 12 individually packaged TMNT action figures and may include the following characters (subject to change):

  • Leonardo
  • Donatello
  • Raphael
  • Michelangelo
  • Bebop
  • Rock Steady

These figures are what make toy collecting worth while! There is nothing better than to see your favorite figures make a come-back, but when they come-back as awesome as these you know your wallet is going to get a little lighter.

Sadly, Rocksteady and Bebop sold out quickly. Way quicker than we thought they would! We do have plenty of the turtles though. Rumor on the street is that these wont be seeing a “brick and mortar” release, so you may want to pick these up while supplies last!

 

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Marvel Legends 2013 Wave 2 (Pre-Order)

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Bring a little “hero” into your life – or a whole box of them – with Hasbro’s Marvel Legends Action Figures. Get in on Hasbro’s Marvel Legends with these awesome 6-inch scale action figures! Ages 4 and up.This Wave 2 case includes 8 individually packaged action figures (subject to change):

  • 1x Punisher
  • 1x Captain America
  • 1x Wrecker
  • 1x Jean Greay
  • 1x Black Panther
  • 2x Scarlet Spider Man
  • 1x Hawkeye

Please note: These items may have variants randomly inserted throughout the production run. Sometimes those variants may result in a different character. We are unable to accept requests for specific variants.

Marvel Legends seem to get better and better with each wave. I will admit, im not a collector of this line. But every time we get the cases of these in, I am really tempted to start picking up this line.

This wave in-particular has gone CRAZY with the variants. Jean Greay alone has 3 versions…3!!!  That’s insane!

These are sure to be a huge hit. Considering the poor distribution at big-box stores, ordering online may be your only chance to get these.

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