More Iron Man 3 Figures Surface

With an assist from Mighty Marvel_Freshman , my night of blissful slumber was ground to dust as a new Iron Man action figure mystery arose out of China. Ebay user bluesduff2008 appears to have...shall we say.."liberated" some new Iron Man 3 action figures fresh off the assembly line! Normally, we are very skeptical about these things, but after pouring over the pictures, we've found several signs these could be the real deal. First, there's the only description we've had so far of (seemingly) the ONLY 3 and 3 quarter inch Iron Man 3 figure line. **WARNING!! Spoilers Ahead!!**

"Iron Man 3 Iron Assemblers Action Figure Assortment: 14 "Connectable" figures (wave 1, Feb 2013) with multiple interchangable pieces to deliver maximum customization. Wave 2 in March and Wave 3 in April."

New Iron Man 3 Toy Plans

When we last discussed the future of Iron Man via the upcoming film (Iron Man 3 AKA Mo' Iron, Mo' Drinks, Less Sexy Time) in the hands of Hasbro, we outlined new play features, vehicles... and for those paying attention, a slight (ever so slight) movie spoiler! Now, new pre-orders back up our initial intel and present exciting news for Marvel Legends fans...

POOLWATCH: Kotobukiya's Deadpool Fine Art Statue..and some other Marvel Stuff

It's rare you can look at a new comics wall nowadays, browse the Marvel titles and NOT see Deadpool's sarcastic mug on a cover or 3 (much like Wolverine in the 90's!) Kotobukiya is well aware that the merc with a mouth is the new "It Boy" and wants to give fans a Deadpool statue that captures every annoying, arrogant, insufferable inch of him.

The “Merc with a Mouth” is on a rampage! One of the most popular comic book superheroes in the business, Wade Wilson is popping up everywhere, and now he’s taken over Kotobukiya as the next Fine Art Statue in the Marvel Comics Presents collection, DEADPOOL! Formerly a member of the Weapon X program, Wilson has since struck out on his own as an assassin for hire and independent agent. With his trademark costume, extensive armory, and nonstop witty repartee, Deadpool makes a huge impact wherever he goes.

Never stopping for a moment, Deadpool is posed in the midst of intense action, leaping over a crate with weapons at the ready. His iconic red and black skin-tight costume highlights the mutant assassin’s muscular physique as well as the intense concentration apparent on his face. Deadpool is also laden with his usual assortment of goodies, including the knife sheathed on his left ankle, various waist pouches, and a gun holstered on his right thigh. Depending on what style of fighting you prefer, Deadpool can be outfitted with either set of included arms; one wields his deadly katanas and the other fires intricately detailed Uzis!

Deadpool stands approximately 10 inches tall, leaning over a detailed battle scene complete with crate and even a tiny Deadpool “plush” toy! Sculpted by Erick and William Valenzuela, the demented yet hilarious assassin is recreated in high quality cold cast resin.

Available this August with an MSRP of $200. My only crit would be that Koto should go easy on the glaze. It makes the statue look too shiny. Bowen has always done this right.


In case you've missed it, Kotobukiya is also releasing an X-Men Danger Room Session – Wolverine statue (SRP $169.99 Available in October), a nine inch statue based on Jim Lee's art and sculpted by Erick Sosa featuring a light up base and two interchangeable heads (mask on and mask off.) Psylocke will follow soon after. A Sabretooth Fine Art Statue designed by the Silva Brothers and Sculpted by Erick Sosa is also slated for release as well as a War Machine Art FX Statue (available this October for $119.99).














The Bishoujo line continues in 2010 with the recently announced White Phoenix San Diego Comic Con exclusive.

Sculpted by Koei Matsumoto, White Phoenix is constructed of high-quality pvc plastic and stands approximately 9 inches tall (in 1/8 scale with the other Marvel x Bishoujo statues). The stunning beauty of the White Phoenix will look great in your collection, especially standing side by side with the green Phoenix and her “evil twin,” the Dark Phoenix!

The White Phoenix Bishoujo statues will be available as a San Diego Comic-Con exclusive from Preview Night, July 21st! Both the standard and Dark Phoenix versions are available for pre-order now with an SRP of $59.99



Koto also showed off concept art for the next piece; Emma Frost, so we thought that might bear repeating...and showing off...and drooling over.

Avengers #1 Ready to Roll Out

May 19th still seems like a world away, but Marvel wants to celebrate now so who am I to stop the party? Below you'll see the collection of covers including the standard from John Romita Jr., Heroic Age variant by Greg Land, variant from John Romita Jr., variant from John Romita Sr., and the last variant from Marko Djurdjevic.















Marvel is proud to present your first look at Avengers #1, from superstar, award-winning creators Brian Michael Bendis and John Romita Jr! Kicking off the biggest launch of the decade, Avengers #1 ushers in a new era for the Marvel Universe as the world’s greatest heroes assemble once again. But what deadly threats await them? And who makes the team? Find out on May 19th on the first inaugural Avengers Day, as participating retailers worldwide celebrate this landmark Marvel Universe issue with special variant covers, prints and more!

Plus, visit www.IAmAnAvenger.com and submit your photo for a chance to have your picture appear in an upcoming issue of an Avengers comic book. This limited-time invitation is only open to those at least 18 years old and therefore old enough to join the greatest heroes in this universe—or any other!

NEW Iron Man 2 Eye Candy

It's Nick Fury, Black Widow, Iron Man and War Machine versus Ivan Vanko AKA Whiplash,

Melina Vostokoff AKA Iron Maiden and the malicious machinations of Justin Hammer and his army of military robot drones. It's the smack down heard cross the Marvel Movie Universe!!! Can't wait for this movie? Neither can we..to the point where it's causing me actual physical anguish and nightmares that my life is incomplete. ONE MONTH and all will be revealed!! Until then, feast on the lavish eye candy bestowed upon us by the benevolent wizards of Paramount.











P.S. Someone bring me a Black Widow poster from Wonder Con!!
P.S.S...If I get enough comments below, I'll run the next Iron Man article with the giant sized version of the BW poster so you can have it printed and practice making out with her.

Iron Man 2 Italian TV Spot

Ah yes, it is turning out to be Iron Man day here, isn't it? Coming Soon just posted the Italian commercial running for Iron Man 2. So you ask yourself, what is better than Iron Man on the big screen?! ITALIAN IRON MAN ON THE BIG SCREEN!!! I'm sure this would work in Spanish too. Es Mui Macho.



With a lineup including War Machine, Nick Fury, Black Widow and Iron Man himself on the side of good and Whiplash and the Military Drones (one for each branch of the US military service as shown HERE) on team evil, there's no doubt this movie will short circuit many a nerdy mind...but one question still remains. Have we seen all the bad guys yet? Stay tuned!!

NEW Images from SEGA's Iron Man 2 Video Game

Packed with favorites from the movie and comic book worlds, Iron Man 2: The Video Game offers gamers a chance to choose between Iron Man and War Machine, as they battle through hugely destructible indoor and outdoor environments. Tony and Rhodey both come equipped with their own distinct assortments of fully customizable, earth-shattering weapons, as well as vicious melee combat moves, all of which will come in handy against the likes of Crimson Dynamo and other classic Marvel foes.

Iron Man 2 takes players into a richer and more interactive Iron Man world. The game allows players to take full advantage of the Iron Man suit as they battle awesome enemies in both interior and exterior environments, all inspired by the movie and comic book universes. Those environments will also offer a new level of destructibility that makes each encounter with enemies a more exciting and intense experience.

The development team at SEGA Studios San Francisco has also paid close attention to comments from fans and critics concerning the first Iron Man movie game. As a result of this feedback, Iron Man 2 will feature a greater focus on powerful hand-to handcombat, as well as a completely redesigned control scheme, making it more fun for gamers to feel the power and strength of Iron Man.













“Iron Man has an undeniably huge fan base, and we really wanted to give them the game they have been waiting for. We spent a lot of time incorporating their concerns and feedback from the first game, as well as coming up with new ideas to take this game to a whole new level,” said Sean Ratcliffe, Vice President of Marketing, SEGA of America. “Creating a new story with renowned comic book writer Matt Fraction is a huge part of making that happen, and we are incredibly excited to bring fans the game we know they want with Iron Man 2.”

Available on May 4th for 360, PS3, Wii,DS, and PSP. For more information, check out the site at: www.ironman2game.com

Voice Cast Named for Iron Man 2 Video Game

Iron Man 2: The Video Game will feature the voices of renowned actors Don Cheadle and Samuel L. Jackson. Expanding their roles from the upcoming Iron Man 2 summer blockbuster from Marvel Studios, Cheadle voices Tony Stark’s close friend James “Rhodey” Rhodes – the powerful War Machine – while Jackson joins the game as S.H.I.E.L.D. director Nick Fury. Together they round out a cast of characters that transports fans into a deeper and more authentic cinematic video game experience.

Packed with favorites from the movie and comic book worlds, Iron Man 2: The Video Game offers gamers a chance to choose between Iron Man and War Machine, as they battle through hugely destructible indoor and outdoor environments. Tony and Rhodey both come equipped with their own distinct assortments of fully customizable, earth-shattering weapons, as well as vicious melee combat moves, all of which will come in handy against the likes of Crimson Dynamo and other classic Marvel foes.

“With an original story line, an exclusive new song tied in to an incredible soundtrack, and the voices of Hollywood’s top leading men, Iron Man 2: The Video Game offers a video game experience that has something for any kind of gamer,” said Sean Ratcliffe, Vice President of Marketing, SEGA of America. “With the intuitive new control system, this game brings fans of all ages and gaming abilities an Iron Man experience they can enjoy.”



Iron Man 2: The Video Game will be available on May 4th, 2010 for Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, Wii™ and Nintendo DS™ system. For more information, please visit the official site at www.ironman2game.com .

Iron Man 2 Video Game Trailer with WAR MACHINE!

Ok, the first one was not so great, and SEGA have admitted that much. Will IM2 deliver the action we've always wanted? Let's find out...



SEGA is excited to present an all-new trailer for the blockbuster video game Iron Man 2! This intense game trailer features the incredible Iron Man in some action-packed scenes and finally reveals what fans have been waiting to hear - War Machine is in the game! Joining in as a playable character that fans can choose to be as an alternate to Iron Man, War Machine is brute strength behind an ingenious suit. Where Iron Man will deftly fly through the air avoiding missiles , War Machine will stomp the yard with his power-packed size and strength. Players will have to choose how they play the game - power or precision!

Iron Man 2 will be hitting stores this May for the 360, PS3, PSP, Wii, and DS! For more information about Iron Man 2: The Video game, visit the site at: www.ironman2game.com

NEW Marvel Select Cyclops and War Machine Pics

One of the most powerful members the X-Men have ever known, Cyclops' ruby quartz lenses hold back Scott Summers' raw solar energy and allow the leader of the X-Men to control his optic blasts. This seven-inch Marvel Select release features the mutant in his most famous classic look and features an interchangeable unmasked head, multiple points of articulation and a Danger Room base for the ultimate X-Men display! Variant X-Factor Cyclops will be released at the same time. Price: $19.99 Release date: 6/30/10

The build-up for next year's sure-fire hit begins here with the only full-size action figures based on the stunning Iron Man 2 designs! Exclusively available in the 7" Marvel Select line, this upgraded War Machine features the likeness of Iron Man 2's Don Cheadle, top-quality sculpted detail from Gentle Giant Studios, multiple points of articulation and a bonus deluxe Armor Assembly Station base. Perfect for six-to-seven-inch action figure collections, look for the companion Iron Man figure in last month's Previews!

Note: Final sculpt will be revealed in February 2010 at the American International Toy Fair. Price: $19.99 Release Date: 3/3/10





CLICK HERE for previous pics of Cyclops and his Danger Room base.

Iron Man 2 Poster Revealed

I'll just let you soak this in.


Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow
Mickey Rourke as Whiplash
Olivia Munn (G4) as Iron Maiden
Don Cheadle as War Machine
Sam Jackson as Nick Fury


...and Stan Lee as Larry King. I guarantee you there will be a picture somewhere of Stan posing with the beautiful Ironette dancers.

Sold? Sold. This is the number one reason I'm excited for 2010.




Poster credit Yahoo Movies.