Author: ÜberSciFiGeek

Split Reason: Twitter Contest and Olympics Discount

from Split Reason:

Lately, we’ve been taking part in the Alien Vs. Predator 2010 Olympics! Acidic blood has poured, spines have been removed, and many, many marines have uttered their final words. It’s been a gruesomely stimulating event.

On a more positive note, we’ve started a new recurring contest on Twitter called Win Wednesday! We’re offering 1 free t-shirt every week to the first person who can answer a geek/gamer trivia question. Check our blog for details and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter for a chance to win!

If your brain is not a repository of nerdy facts acquired over a lifetime of video games, comic books, and science fiction, fear not! We’re also offering a 15% off promotion for the duration of the Olympics, just enter the promo code ZOMBIEOLYMPICS during the check-out process and save a few bucks! (This offer expires on March 8th, 2010)

MIMOBOT Special: Take 15% Off all Core Series products!

from Mimoco:

It’s a Core Series Special!

The MIMOBOT Core Series characters are the original inhabitants of Planet Blõôh. Adopt a clone… a tee, iPhone skin, or pure vinyl art toy ‘cuz it’s all about Planet Blõôh!

Take 15% OFF all Core Series products now!
SHOP NOW

rayD80 MIMOBOT designer USB flash drive
He’s the glowing gate-keeper to the Underworld… and to your files! He’s low-stock so get him before he’s gone for good!
$21.21 (was $26.45)

PupStar MIMOBOT designer USB flash drive
Starry-eyed and a dreamer, PupStar was always meant for big things and now he can be yours for a Bargain ‘Bot Special!
$14.41 (was $18.00)

Stylin’ MIMOBOT tees, tanks, and baby onesies!
Available in six electrifying styles (“Earth Friendly” in coal)!
$16.99 (was $19.99)

Fun MIMOBOT iPhone skins by Infectious
Available in two styles — Fairybit and MIMOscape!!
$12.74 (was $14.99)

Factory Entertainment: The Green Hornet, The Princess Bride Prop Sword Video, Universal Monsters

from Factory Entertainment:

The Green Hornet

HAVE YOU HEARD THE BUZZ?!

Factory Entertainment is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement with Sony Pictures Consumer Products Inc. to produce a range of collectibles and gift items relating to Columbia Pictures’ 2010 tentpole film, The Green Hornet.

The license also extends to the classic 1966 The Green Hornet television series and the two The Green Hornet movie serials produced in the 1940s.

Products to be released will include action figures, collectible die-cast vehicles, full-sized and scaled replicas of props, and more. Products will begin launching late 2010.

The Princess Bride — The Sword of the Dread Pirate Roberts Limited Edition Prop Replica Prototype Video

Universal Monsters

Look! It’s moving… It’s alive… it’s ALIVE!

Prop Replicas
Jewelry & Costume Accessories
Die-Cast Vehicles
Trading Cards
Lithographs
…AND MUCH MORE!

COMING SOON!

Follow us on Twitter, we proudly add to the mostly inane babble but we also throw in more than the occasional gem!

In the Not Too Distant Future…

from Shout! Factory:

There’s a new installment of Mystery Science Theater 3000 on the horizon. The Satellite of Love crew touches down on March 16 for Volume XVII, which includes four DVD newbies: The Crawling Eye, The Beatniks, The Final Sacrifice and Blood Waters of Dr. Z. The 4-DVD set also includes limited-edition mini-posters for each title, The Crawling Eye special introduction by Joel Hodgson, a brand-new interview with The Final Sacrifice’s Bruce J. Mitchell, The Main Event: Crow Vs. Crow at DragonCon ’09 and yes, even more.

And still more exciting news… We just located a lost box of limited-edition 20th Anniversary Edition tins, featuring the Crow T. Robot figurine (oh, and four DVDs). Check back at our store and we’ll have them up for sale shortly — first come, first served.

Newbury Comics has a special offer for MST3K fans! Preorder the upcoming DVD release, Mystery Science Theater 3000: Vol. XVII and receive a limited mini-poster autographed by MST3K creator and host Joel Hodgson!

Keep up with the latest Shout! news throughout your day by following us on Twitter and Facebook. Plus, visit our YouTube page for trailers, clips and music videos.

Kinekt Design’s Gear Ring

The Gear Ring (designed by Ben Hopson and Glen Liberman) is made from high quality matte stainless steel. It features six micro-precision gears that turn in unison when the outer rims are spun (as can be seen in the video). It is currently available for purchase in four standard US ring sizes: 9, 10, 11, and 12. It can be purchased at kinektdesign.com.

Japanese “Star Wars” Lightsaber USB ThumbDrive

from ThinkGeek:

Star Wars Lightsaber USB ThumbDrive
The choice of chibiform droids and Jawa Jedis. Use the Force… to store data!

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Find more What’s New items at ThinkGeek!

Dark Horse Announces the Publication of “The Oddly Compelling Art of Denis Kitchen”

from Dark Horse Comics:

A well-known personality in the comics world, Denis Kitchen has worn many hats. While he is best known as a longtime publisher, founder of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund, author, and literary and art agent, his career as a pioneering underground comix artist has been overdue for rediscovery.

First announced for publication from his own Kitchen Sink Press over twenty years ago, but never produced, The Oddly Compelling Art of Denis Kitchen is the first collection of work by the underground cartoonist and acclaimed publishing pioneer. In addition to his comix, this book features a wealth of unpublished material: paintings, covers for underground newspapers and comix, rare strips and illustrations, and historic photos of Kitchen and many of his contemporaries.

Acclaimed writer Neil Gaiman provides a funny and insightful introduction, and an essay by Charles Brownstein (Eisner/Miller) provides context and a career overview.

The Oddly Compelling Art of Denis Kitchen finally brings Kitchen the artist to the stage. This compendium includes approximately two hundred illustrations, most of which have remained unseen since their original publication in the late ’60s and ’70s, and is guaranteed to serve as an essential piece of history for modern comics fans.

“I think Oddly Compelling is a very good title for a book of Denis Kitchen’s work, and describes it very well,” said legendary artist R. Crumb. “I always thought it was rather a shame that Kitchen became a publisher and businessman to the neglect of his artistic talent… He was a gifted and exceptional artist… I think his downfall was women… The big sap!”

Designed by John Lind, winner of a 2009 American Graphic Design Award for his work on Underground Classics, The Oddly Compelling Art of Denis Kitchen will appeal to underground comix fans and comics historians alike.

The Oddly Compelling Art of Denis Kitchen is a full-color, 200-page, nine-by-twelve-inch hardcover priced at $34.99.

Currently offered in this month’s Previews catalog with a Diamond code of FEB100040, the book arrives on shelves on June 23, 2010.

“The Alien Factor” on sale at midnight!

from Cinematic Titanic:

Hey Everyone,

Just want to remind you our new DVD Cinematic Titanic LIVE: “The Alien Factor” is on sale TONIGHT at Midnight EST!

Buy it on DVD from our STORE for $14.99 or download it from our partners at EZTakes.com for only $9.99 (watch on your computer or burn to DVD).

Available worldwide, the DVD is presented in anamorphic widescreen.

We truly hope you’ll pick up a copy (or three) and enjoy!

Thanks,
Team CT

P.S. Thanks to all who came out to see our shows in Detroit and Milwaukee, we had a blast.

Hot Topic Presents an Exclusive “Almost Alice” Listening Party

from Hot Topic:

Dress up as your favorite Alice in Wonderland character and stop by any Hot Topic location on Friday, February 26th at 7:00 PM to hear the Almost Alice CD in its entirety. Plus, you’ll hear special messages from Christofer Drew of Never Shout Never. But it gets even better! If you pre-order your copy of the CD during the listening party, you’ll get a special gift.* Click here to find a Hot Topic location near you.

*Subject to availability while supplies last. Limit one per person.

J!NX: Game Night, New Tee & MASSIVE Sale!

from J!NX:

New J!NX Classic Tee: No One Cares
Agriculture is hard. Caring for crops and livestock against the elements, economy and pesitlence is a helluva job. Farmers, we salute you. However, “farming” via the interwebz from the comfort of your office chair is in no way an achievement, so quit cloggin’ up our Live Feed, yo. Srsly.

Retro Gaming Party!
If you find yourself in the San Diego area this week, come join the J!NX Crew this Wednesday, February 24th for a Retro Gaming Party at the La Jolla Brewhouse! We had such a blast at our last event that we’ve decided to do it all over again. Now is your chance to challenge one of us to one of your favorite retro games. Nintendo? Atari? What’ll it be? Find out all of the juicy details right here.

2010 Blowout Sale: Buy 3+ Tees, Get $5 Off Each!
A sale? Woot! This week, when you place an order of three or more T-shirts, you’ll receive $5 off of each tee! This offer ends Friday, February 26 @ 11:59pm EST and is not valid in combination with any other discount or sale price. No code necessary!

Murlocs On Sale!
Good news, everyone! From now until the end of February, our Murlocs are only $29.99! Order yours soon and receive an Official Adoption Certificate. While we’re on the subject, check out the Save the Murlocs Campaign and find out how you can make a difference!

Star Wars: 2010 Toy Fair Wrap Up

from StarWars.com:

This past week saw New York City welcome Toy Fair. The Official Star Wars Blog was there, actively reporting on all of the amazing new products unveiled at the show. Here are some of the highlights, in case you missed it.

Mega AT-AT on the North Ridge!
Hasbro wowed many with a slew of new products, including Clone Wars and Vintage action figures, a flying Millennium Falcon, and the long overdue issue of a rocket-firing classic Boba Fett figure. But the big draw was an enormous AT-AT walker designed for 3 3/4-inch action figures packed to the armored plate with all sorts of play features.

Bricks for Clones and Empire
LEGO’s new assortments celebrate both The Empire Strikes Back and The Clone Wars, with standouts like a new wampa playset and a clone turbo tank.

We Need the Funko, Give up the Funko
Funko surprises and delights with new Star Wars character lamps and bobble-heads that turn Star Wars characters into classic monsters. Spoooky!

Keep Your Eyes Peeled for Puzzles
New licensee Cardinal unveiled a variety of “3 in 1 Panoramic Puzzles” and lenticular ones as well.

Say Uncle for Great New Toys
Uncle Milton followed up on last year’s head-turning Force-trainer with a variety of new products, including a Remote Controlled Lightsaber Room Light and a Holographic Animation Lab.

Rush for New Plush
Comic Images unveils new plushes, including two backpacks that — in retrospect — seem like no-brainers. Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Empire with a blasted C-3PO backpack, or a Boba Fett style rocket pack.

For more Toy Fair coverage, visit the Official Star Wars Blog here.