Funko to Release 'X-Files' Figures in February

It warms my heart that one of my favorite shows ever, "The X-Files," has endured despite ending twelve years ago. Case in point, Funko is releasing Pop! vinyl figures depicting not only Agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully but also an alien and The Smoking Man. But wait! There's more! Wacky Wobblers of Mulder and Scully will also be available but unfortunately, we have to wait until February of 2015 to purchase.  

Good news though, they're available for pre-order so maybe Santa can just present a receipt as a gift? The vinyls are $9.99 and the Wacky Wobblers are $12.99 and that's certainly a small price to pay to have this much awesome sitting on your shelf or...wherever, we don't judge.

Check out the figures (after the jump) and let us know what you think...we want the truth!

-Larissa Mrykalo

New Funko 'Game of Thrones' Legacy Collection Figures Coming in October

The "Game of Thrones" Legacy Collection debuted this year at the New York Toy Fair and became "one of the most talked about Funko lines of 2014." Thanks to its popularity, Funko is continuing the collection by adding six new characters to the series. Not only do they look cool but each figure "...will feature 20+ points of articulation and include removable accessories."

The first wave included: The Hound; Tyrion Lannister; Jon Snow; a White Walker; Ned Stark; and, an earlier version of Daenerys Targaryen. This wave includes a more commanding Daenerys Targaryen along with her deceased love, Khal Drogo. Joining Dany and Drogo are, Jaime Lannister; Arya Stark; Brienne of Tarth; and, the King in the North, Robb Stark.

The latest series will be available for purchase in October. Which characters would you like to see if they make a third series? My votes are for Cersei and Hodor. Check out the figures next to their numbered boxes, after the jump...

-Larissa Mrykalo

Dancing Groot Available Soon From Funko

Courtesy Ryan Penagos' Twitter

Hey there Funko and "Guardians of the Galaxy" fans out there! Look what Ryan Penagos (that's "Agent M" to you and me) just tweeted about! It looks like a dancing baby Groot figure has become a reality thanks to Original Funko and will be available before one that actually dances is released.

Penagos is the "Executive Editorial Director, at Marvel Digital Media. Writer, blogger, lover of tacos, tattoos, comics, video games, pop culture & cute stuff." and tweeted this update from his personal account. He also said that he has another Original Funko announcement coming this Monday, so stay tuned.

Regarding when you can get your hands on this little sweetie, he tweeted, "For those asking about when you can get your Dancing Groot--pre-orders will start real soon! Official price/release info next week!"

Now to get my grubby little hands on this adorable sapling.

-Larissa Mrykalo

New Funko San Diego Comic-Con Announcement

Here's third San Diego Comic-Con announcement from Funko and there are some well, fun, items they plan on giving away. Here's the announcement and then check out the pics (and descriptions from the release) of the exclusives below. Drooling allowed!

We are giving away one of EVERY EXCLUSIVE! Each giveaway will run for two days (Monday/Tuesday or Wednesday/Thursday) on our social media handles. We will select one winner for each set of exclusives announced. One winner will be announced each Tuesday at 4pm PST for the Monday reveal prize pack. And one winner will be announced each Thursday at 4pm PST for the Wednesday reveal prize pack.

It looks like Hannibal Lecter found himself in a bloody situation...

SpongeBob SquarePants meets Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to make an totally tubular mashup!

TMNT SpongeBob SquarePants and Shredder Plankton are the first Pop! pair to come in a radical collectible lunchbox tin!

"Sharknado" Set to Join Funko's Pop! Television Vinyl Figures

Courtesy Funko

"Sharknado," the pop-cult classic that just won't quit, will now be immortalized by Funko. The company announced earlier that in June, they will be releasing a Pop! Television Vinyl mini-figure based off of the Syfy original movie. The figure will be swimming onto retail shelves in June.

"Sharknado 2: The Second One," which is the first sequel for Syfy original films, takes Sharknado survivors April and Finn to NYC. Unfortunately for them, another Sharknado threatens Manhattan! You can catch the premiere July 30, on the Syfy channel.

On an unrelated note, my birthday is in May...

-Nowal Massari

Funko Launches 'Game of Thrones' Amazon Exclusive Pop! Bundle

If you're a fan of "Game of Thrones" you know what happens this Sunday...finally! To honor the realm, Funko is launching Amazon Exclusive Pop! Bundles featuring themed items from the HBO® fantasy series.

They announced, "The 'Game of Thrones' Amazon Exclusive Pop! Bundles, available for pre-order now to celebrate the highly anticipated Season 4 debut of the series, April 6 on HBO, are packaged in two variations based on two of the HBO series' most popular characters: Jon Snow and Daenerys Targaryen." The bundles retail for $29.99 and will be available on May 31.

Jon Snow Bundle

* Exclusive Jon Snow 100% cotton black t-shirt. Jon Snow in Pop! form printed on the front with the message, "Jon Snow wants you to join Night's Watch. Defend the Wall. No experience necessary." Game of Thrones logo depicted.
* Snowy Jon Snow 3.75" Pop! Vinyl Figure
* Exclusive Jon Snow 1.5" Pop! Key Chain

Daenerys Targaryen Bundle (link currently not available)
* Exclusive Daenerys Targaryen 100% cotton black t-shirt. Daenerys Targaryen in Pop! form printed on the front with the message, "Win or Die." Game of Thrones logo depicted.

* Newly revealed Mother of Dragons Daenerys Targaryen 3.75" Pop! Vinyl Figure
* Exclusive Daenerys Targaryen 1.5" Pop! Key Chain

-Larissa Mrykalo

Fox Celebrates 35th Anniversary of "Alien" with Release of First Ever Ellen Ripley Action Figure

Courtesy IMDB

For 35 years now, "Alien" has been a cross-genre fan favorite franchise. To commemorate this sci-fi horror film's anniversary, Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products and toy gurus, NECA, are making Lieutenant Ellen Ripley into the action figure she deserves to be for the first time ever. The action figure will feature the likeness of Sigourney Weaver, the Oscar Nominated actress that brought the bad-ass monster fighting Ripley to life.

Jeffrey Godsick, president of Fox Consumer Products, spoke on the commemoration by saying “As we celebrate the 35th anniversary of one of the most successful film franchises of all time, we are thrilled to introduce an array of commemorative products across different categories in partnership with iconic brands including NECA, SEGA and many more[...] In addition to the highly anticipated release of Alien: Isolation™, hardcore fans can finally add Lieutenant Ellen Ripley to their ALIEN collections as we welcome her NECA figures into the family of officially-licensed merchandise. Many other exciting first-time and limited edition products will also release to celebrate this exciting milestone this year.”

Funko Releases Images of New 'Game of Thrones' Figures

If you have a "Game of Thrones" fan in your life, your holiday shopping just became a bit easier. Funko has released images of their "Game of Thrones" Series 3 Pop! Vinyls. The new line features adorable figures of; Drogon the Dragon; Hodor; Ygritte; Brienne of Tarth; Tywin Lannister; Jon Snow's dire wolf, Ghost; and, King Joffrey Baratheon.

The toy company will also be adding second figures to the third series including, Tyrion Lannister and Daenarys Targaryen, with a new Jon Snow figure rumored. According to Toy Mania, the figures will be available on January 14th.

-Nowal Massari

Funko Immortalizes 'The Goonies' In Vinyl

HEY YOUUU GUYYYYS! Funko Pop figures are bringing fans of 1985 classic "The Goonies" some fantastic new vinyl figures!


The line will feature your favorite crew from The Goondocks, including Mikey, Mouth, Data, Chunk and, of course, Sloth...

The new line will be available November 21, which is perfect timing for the holidays and all kinds of adventures. Add some rich stuff to your collection while you can!

-Nowal Massari

'Game of Thrones' and 'True Blood' Comic-Con Events

HBO is returning to this years San Diego Comic-Con and they're bringing fans exclusive merch and signings from hit shows Game of Thrones and True Blood! Be sure to stop by the Dark Horse, Funko and Chronicle Books booths to grab some HBO goodies before they disappear.

"Game of Thrones Ascent"
The hit social media game "Game of Thrones Ascent" will be featured in the "Join the Realm" exhibit on L Street in front of the Omni Hotel. Three computer stations linked to the fascinating game will be available for all Comic Con participants to experience. In Game of Thrones Ascent players will lead the life of a noble during the time of upheaval as portrayed in the books and the series uniting both story and strategy. Players will claim their birthright by choosing which of the great houses they'll swear allegiance to, securing their holdings, developing their lands and personal reputation, and assigning sworn swords to quests--while forging alliances with new friends and much more!

'Star Wars' gets monster mash-up

When you're an all-around geek like me who loves Star Wars and horror movie monsters, this kind of goodies just make your day. 

These bobblehead mash-ups from toy company Funko combines iconic SW characters Darth Vader, Yoda, a stormtrooper, Jawa and Tusken Raider with Frankenstein's monster, a vampire, zombie/skeleton, grim reaper and mummy.

The creature combos work really well, from a conceptual standpoint. Vader is really a creature of mad science, and what is a stormtrooper but a pretty mindless member of the horde? The Jawa reaper looks cooler than it sounds and the Tusken Raiders have always reminded me of mummies. Yoda doesn't strike me as a blood sucking type, but this menacing take on the little Jedi Master kind of works.

If you want to pick them up, the Jawa and Tusken Raider bobbles arrive in stores Sept. 20, but the rest are available now.

-Aaron Sagers

'Pocket God' toys on the way

Pop culture toy manufacturer Funko wants you to go on a little power trip with new Pocket God vinyls.

The toys are based on Pocket God, a "god game" where you manipulate islands of adorable Pygmies - and then smite them when they anger you, or you're just bored. The game is the fourth highest selling app of "of all time" in the iTunes App Store and is pretty darn addictive.

Available Aug. 30, the vinyl-toy collection of 16 ("Mysterio Minis") are blind box items with 24 pieces per product display. Each figure has a "rarity scale" that defines how hard it is to find and collect them.

From what I've seen, these things look pretty fun even if you haven't played the game (although I have, quite extensively). But there is a nice assortment of a zombie, ghost, vampire and skeleton Pygmy, along with 12 more.

Oh, and if vinyl isn't your thing, Funko will also be releasing plushy Pygmies.

-Aaron Sagers