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Other Toy Lines / Re: Matrix Series 2 Figs
« on: November 22, 2003, 10:59 PM »
Found these today at my local TRU. Real World Neo numbers too high, IMO. Plus he's lame.
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Other Toy Lines / Re: McFarlane Sportspicks
« on: November 22, 2003, 10:58 PM »
Hey guys. I know you know a lot about these things, and all I want to know is when the second series of Nascar figures is out. I need the Dale Jarrett figure for my father's Chirstmas present, and the only figure I've so far found has been the little Tony Stewart toad.
Any help would be appreciated.
Any help would be appreciated.
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Other Toy Lines / Re: Modern Masters of the Universe
« on: November 22, 2003, 10:44 PM »
Wave 2 of the Snakes is apparently showing at Albertson's stores. I don't have any of these around me, but at least the love is spreading.
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Watto's Junk Yard / Re: Island of Misfit Toys discovered; Bush vows to attack
« on: November 22, 2003, 10:42 PM »
You know, this wasn't intended to start a political debate. I just wanted to bring a bit of holiday humor and poke a little fun at our president. RS has your whiny little political debates; don't pollute this with your nonsense.
Thanks.
Thanks.
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Watto's Junk Yard / Island of Misfit Toys discovered; Bush vows to attack
« on: November 22, 2003, 01:39 PM »
Article by Joel Perry
ANCHORAGE, AK --- Speaking to an assembly, noted arctic explorer, Y. Cornelius announced the discovery of an island just off Alaska's northern coast populated solely by somewhat different and therefore unappreciated toys.
Hours later, President Bush, after consulting with cabinent members Exxon, Shell and Texaco, declared the island a threat to U.S. security.
"They are ruled by a shadowy King Moonracer," said the President, "who, according to British intelligence, bought nuclear materials from the country of Niger which has clear al Qaeda ties. It also sits on oil so I'm bombing the crap out of it."
Moral reasons were also given for attacking this hitherto unknown island.
Citing a Charlie-in-a-box and a choo-choo with square wheels, Bush said, "These toys are clearly not made as God intended."
The President was particularly offended by a cowboy who rides an ostrich.
"Since I am threatened by what I do not understand, I support a Constitutional amendment preventing cowboys from riding ostriches."
He was later booed in protest by a large group of pointy-eared elves lead by one identified only as Herbie, who vowed to challenge the President, find homes for the toys and become a dentist.
ANCHORAGE, AK --- Speaking to an assembly, noted arctic explorer, Y. Cornelius announced the discovery of an island just off Alaska's northern coast populated solely by somewhat different and therefore unappreciated toys.
Hours later, President Bush, after consulting with cabinent members Exxon, Shell and Texaco, declared the island a threat to U.S. security.
"They are ruled by a shadowy King Moonracer," said the President, "who, according to British intelligence, bought nuclear materials from the country of Niger which has clear al Qaeda ties. It also sits on oil so I'm bombing the crap out of it."
Moral reasons were also given for attacking this hitherto unknown island.
Citing a Charlie-in-a-box and a choo-choo with square wheels, Bush said, "These toys are clearly not made as God intended."
The President was particularly offended by a cowboy who rides an ostrich.
"Since I am threatened by what I do not understand, I support a Constitutional amendment preventing cowboys from riding ostriches."
He was later booed in protest by a large group of pointy-eared elves lead by one identified only as Herbie, who vowed to challenge the President, find homes for the toys and become a dentist.
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Watto's Junk Yard / Re: Aerosmith and KISS
« on: November 21, 2003, 11:47 AM »
Too bad the tickets are $55, $85, and $125 for the Moline, Ill. show. I was thinking about going, but, sheesh.
Seen KISS twice, had a blast both times.
Seen KISS twice, had a blast both times.
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Saga '02-'04 / Re: ohmygodcheapnewfiguresonline.com
« on: November 20, 2003, 02:39 PM »
Wow. Just...wow.
I'll gamble Brian's Toys doesn't like these guys.
I'll gamble Brian's Toys doesn't like these guys.
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Other Toy Lines / Re: Which Lines Do You Think "Do the Best"?
« on: November 20, 2003, 02:34 PM »
MOTU, Mattel Batman, and probably Justice League are on their way out. Wal-mart is close to dropping the MOTU line because their Snakemen order has not been received yet, and some of the cases they did receive were full of Smash Blade He-Man and Spin Blade Skeletor (the very same figures that nearly killed the line last year). Add to it Wal-Mart being pissed that Aldi's got the Snakes before they did when WM had their order in first, and you've got yourself a recipe for disaster.
Mattel Batman has one villain in every other case, and the rest of the case is Batman variants. This line won't see a fourth series.
I don't pay much attention to JL, but if the lack of Wonder Woman and Hawkgirl is any indicator, this line isn't much better than the other two I mentioned.
Mattel Batman has one villain in every other case, and the rest of the case is Batman variants. This line won't see a fourth series.
I don't pay much attention to JL, but if the lack of Wonder Woman and Hawkgirl is any indicator, this line isn't much better than the other two I mentioned.
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Watto's Junk Yard / Re: Top Ten Albums of All Time...By Rolling Stone
« on: November 20, 2003, 02:27 PM »
I guess I can't argue with this top 10. I'm really looking forward to the dreck they stick on the rest of the list, however. That ought to be really entertaining.
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Middle Earth / Re: Lord of the Rings Figures
« on: November 18, 2003, 02:37 PM »
There's a Helm's Deep Gimli in the (surprise) Helm's Deep Gift Set. All it is is a Gimli from the 2-pack (with Uruk-Hai) without the cape. Never have seen the red-carded version; I think it's an Aussie exclusive.
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Watto's Junk Yard / Re: 12 facts about yourself.
« on: November 18, 2003, 02:35 PM »
Great stuff, folks. Keep 'em coming.
I laughed out loud at AngryEwok's 4th fact.
I laughed out loud at AngryEwok's 4th fact.
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Watto's Junk Yard / Re: Lord of the Rings
« on: November 18, 2003, 11:08 AM »
theonering.net has 'Into the West' from the soundtrack/score on the main page. It's sung (sang?) by Annie Lennox. Please drop any Eurhytmics expectaions--this is great stuff.
The soundtrack is out next week, Nov. 25.
The soundtrack is out next week, Nov. 25.
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Watto's Junk Yard / 12 facts about yourself.
« on: November 18, 2003, 02:24 AM »
I'm sure we've done something like this many times, but I never get tired of typing about myself, and I'm sure others are the same. So let's see your 12 Facts About Yourself.
Me:
1. I'm world's best educated bum, AKA professional loser.
2. I like beer. A lot.
3. I like toys.
4. I like girls, but girls don't like guys who like toys and lots of beer.
5. I have a dog and a cat.
6. I have the bling bling of the nether region.
7. I'm a writer, but have never made a dime off my scribblings.
8. This is harder than I thought.
9. I'm in love with an unavailable woman. I suck terribly.
10. My toy collection is worth more than my Hyundai cost brand new.
11. I like movies and I like bitching about movies.
12. I actually enjoyed the Phantom Menace and Attack of the Clones, and own every Jar Jar Binks 3 3/4" figure made.
Go for it, people!
Me:
1. I'm world's best educated bum, AKA professional loser.
2. I like beer. A lot.
3. I like toys.
4. I like girls, but girls don't like guys who like toys and lots of beer.
5. I have a dog and a cat.
6. I have the bling bling of the nether region.
7. I'm a writer, but have never made a dime off my scribblings.
8. This is harder than I thought.
9. I'm in love with an unavailable woman. I suck terribly.
10. My toy collection is worth more than my Hyundai cost brand new.
11. I like movies and I like bitching about movies.
12. I actually enjoyed the Phantom Menace and Attack of the Clones, and own every Jar Jar Binks 3 3/4" figure made.
Go for it, people!
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Watto's Junk Yard / Re: Lord of the Rings
« on: November 17, 2003, 12:06 PM »
I was hoping the flick was going to be three and a half hours, but I doubt it now. Another quickie for New Line's bottom line.
Screw it, at least I get what I want on the EE DVDs.
Screw it, at least I get what I want on the EE DVDs.
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Other Toy Lines / Re: Modern Masters of the Universe
« on: November 17, 2003, 12:02 PM »
Got what I wanted from the Snakemen line at Aldi's this morning. I got one each of Zodak, Fisto, Rattlor, and King Hsss. Some other guy who hunts for his kid bought every other figure there. Talk about greed. He was disappointed he didn't get two Zodaks. Tough ****, greedy little man. It's crap like that that makes this line very frustrating to collect and enjoy.