Random Robin: Robin #63

Welcome to Random Robin, where I flip a coin, open a longbox, and pick a random issue of Tim Drake’s Robin solo series and other notable issues. Here’s what I’m reading this time: Robin Issue #63 First-time reading: Nope Superman on the cover? An opening page team-up between Riddler and Captain Boomerang? Flash is there

Diamond Select and Gentle Giant Indiana Jones collectibles review

There are very few perfect movies out there. In my book, Steven Spielberg has directed at least three of them, one being Raiders of the Lost Ark. A love letter to pulp heroes and adventure serials, it is the greatest adventure film ever made, featuring one of the greatest screen heroes of all. Daring, dry,

Random Robin: DC/Marvel All Access #3

Welcome to Random Robin, where I flip a coin, open a longbox, and pick a random issue of Tim Drake’s Robin solo series and other notable issues. Here’s what I’m reading this time: DC/Marvel All Access Issue #3 First-time reading: Yep It’s wild how many series I’ve become aware of since starting doing these Random

Diamond Select Darkwing Duck PVC diorama review

When there’s trouble, you call D.W. When there’s a killer PVC diorama, you call DST. Diamond Select Toys, that is. Fittingly enough, Diamond Select have a diorama of that daring duck of mystery, that master of disguise, Darkwing Duck himself. When I was growing up, there were a handful of formative shows that pretty much

The Marvel Cinematic Universe: An Official Timeline book review

The Marvel Cinematic Universe accomplished an incredible feat, no matter how you look at it: starting things off with a movie about a character that didn’t have much mainstream recognition, the franchise blossomed into a massive, interconnected series telling one big story. It was a gamble that paid off, giving us some truly fantastic films,

Random Robin: Batman #456

Welcome to Random Robin, where I flip a coin, open a longbox, and pick a random issue of Tim Drake’s Robin solo series and other notable issues. Here’s what I’m reading this time: Batman Issue #456 First-time reading: Nope Hi, and welcome back to “Alan Grant and Norm Breyfogle Are the Greatest,” where I discuss

Diamond Select Daredevil resin bust review

I’ve said it time and time again, but it bears repeating: when it comes to Marvel characters, Daredevil is my dude. Like, well ahead of anyone else. There are lots of Marvel characters I like, even love, but I’ve never really gotten into any aside from ol’ horn head. So when my pals at Diamond

Random Robin: Robin #122

Welcome to Random Robin, where I flip a coin, open a longbox, and pick a random issue of Tim Drake’s Robin solo series and other notable issues. Here’s what I’m reading this time: Robin Issue #122 First-time reading: Yes Oh boy this is a rough one. The writing vascilates between silly and irritating, with a

Diamond Select Godzilla, Power Rangers, and Green Hornet Legends in 3-D busts review

Like I always say, if you want a high quality collectible for a price that won’t break the bank, Diamond Select is the way to go. Everything they put out looks great and is really high quality, often being able to stand alongside pieces from Sideshow or Hot Toys in terms of sculpting, paint application,

Marvel Select Elektra and Black Panther action figures review

When it comes to action figures and collectibles, fans of Marvel characters have plenty to choose from these days. As always, Diamond Select are ahead of the pack when it comes to variety, value, and– most importantly– quality. Their line of Marvel Select figures in particular have a consistently great selection of characters, from the