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It's Hasbro's "SDCC exclusives after-sale" day

Posted on August 1, 2025 by OAFE

Usually this happens later in the month, but this year, Hasbro's putting their summer con exclusives up for sale on Hasbro Pulse today. And while the Void Rivals set might have been interesting, the figures in it are the crummy … Continue reading →

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An iconic piece of art

Posted on April 23, 2025 by OAFE

<i>And now, some more OAFEry:</i>Barbie meets Beast Wars What to expect at the White House's 2pm press conference: Flippin' through Previews - November '15 Up next: Androidcles and the Lionbot A Marxist interpretation of Michael Bay's Transformers

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Curse you, Toyman!

Posted on April 13, 2025 by OAFE

Guys, we told you: Walmart is fine, but you want to aim for the things that are overpriced, not the things that are correct. (via) <i>And now, some more OAFEry:</i>Captain Action addendum Marvel Zombies: who started the plague? A Super … Continue reading →

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Our pick for winner of the weekend?

Posted on March 2, 2025 by OAFE

NECA's "what if Bebop and Rocksteady had appeared in the 1990 movie" figures: They have the look of vintage '90s animatronics, and fit the Henson style perfectly. Such an idea! <i>And now, some more OAFEry:</i>The only joke we're playing today … Continue reading →

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What's the less likely GI Joe Classified release?

Posted on March 1, 2025 by OAFE

The polar bear, or Crystal Ball? (via) <i>And now, some more OAFEry:</i>A Rose By Any Other Name Would Still Be More Than Meets The Eye Zartan addendum: Dreadnok logos GI Joe Movie Watch: A trio of leaders Cocktails at the … Continue reading →

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John Erwin tribute

Posted on February 1, 2025 by OAFE

John Erwin, the voice of He-Man, passed away January 20, and the news was just announced yesterday. Melendy Britt, the voice of She-Ra, posted her thoughts: <i>And now, some more OAFEry:</i>Thor through the decades Berries and Cream! Toy Soldiers launch … Continue reading →

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Slightly LESS haunted, now

Posted on November 26, 2024 by OAFE

It seems the Four Horsemen were offering a new edition of their Figura Obscura Ghost of Jacob Marley, done in "Haunted Blue" glow-in-the-dark paint. The keyword there being "were," because they've given this update: The new “Haunted Blue” Ghost of … Continue reading →

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Autobots, roll out… to the library

Posted on September 10, 2024 by OAFE

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, and the American Library Association is teaming up with Skybound and Hasbro to promote the month with Transformers. Whether you're upgrading your skills, scouting for knowledge and information, or connecting with other heroic readers, … Continue reading →

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Four Horsemen present: Anubis & Bastet

Posted on May 18, 2024 by OAFE

This time last year we were getting Sun Wu Kong, so I guess "the middle of May" is now a Figura Obscrura time, like Halloween and Giftsmas. It is time to unwrap a new Figura Obscura. Tomorrow (Saturday, 05/18/24), the … Continue reading →

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You're standing on my neck

Posted on April 14, 2024 by OAFE

La-la-LA-la-la! The latest release from Mondo is the girl who gave us all crushes on smart, snarky types, Daria Morgendorffer. And her best friend Jane!

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