We're ba-ack! After a bit of a hiatus due to us having a baby, we're finally doing reviews again! And, yes, we had a baby - a daughter! :D
Today, we unveil something new. We're going to start doing super short video reviews from time to time. They'll be a minute or less in length, which will be great since we know how busy everyone is.
Our first minute-or-less review is for a Blizzard Collectible Pin. Check it out!
So, what do you think? Is this new, super short format something you'd like to see more often? Let us know in the comments.
As always, thanks for reading and watching, and see you all again soon!
Hey, everyone! Mike here and I'm going solo today to bring you all something a little different. Back in May, I entered the Geektropolis Star Wars Day Contest on Twitter and ended up being one of the winners! The prize? A Star Wars button pack! Fast-forward a little and I recently received an envelope with the following inside:
Geektropolis Business Card
Who knew something as simple as a business card could be exciting? Geektropolis' one has a freakin' fire-breathing dragon with a frog hanging from its mouth on it. How cool is that? What a great design!
Geektropolis Logo Button
Admittedly, this is the only button in the "Button Pack" and it is pretty sweet. I've always been impressed with the Geektropolis logo and it looks amazing on a button.
R2-D2 Pin
The first of 2 Star Wars pins is of R2-D2. It's made of metal and plastic with a rubber pin back. Outside of the geekily phenomenal design, the pin itself is sturdy and well made. I'm definitely going to have to find something to put this pin on!
BB-8 Pin
This pin helps to round out the pack as R2-D2 was something old and BB-8 is something new. I like that! The pins go together as a pretty sweet pair that should be worn together. The only thing missing? A C-3PO pin.
Overview
Look, make no mistake - This button pack is something won in a contest and I am very, very happy about it. But, I've seen bad prizes before, so it feels great to win something awesome. Props to Geektropolis for putting some thought into a Star Wars Day Contest prize.
Now, before I conclude this post, I want to mention that I also uploaded a video review of this button pack onto Youtube. You can watch it here:
And, that's it for now. Many thanks to Geektropolis for the amazing prize. And, thank you all for reading this entry. More is coming soon, so stay tuned!
Hey, peeps! Mike here, and what kind of review blog would we be if we didn't cover some of the latest crazes every now and then? LOL If you've been anywhere near kids lately, the term "Fidget Spinner" most likely popped up more than once. Well, Jess and I are here to fill you in on what that's all about! That's right! We're in the know and we're going to toss some knowledge at ya... Okay, I'll stop trying to sound cool and just give you the video now...
You know, I am amazed at how something so simple could become such a huge fad. This honestly reminds me of my Pog days. Yes, I said Pog. Do you remember Pogs? I remember Pogs.
ANYWAY, I hope you enjoyed the video. I'm actually gearing up to do some actual written reviews in the near future, so stay tuned for some Vintage In Box coming soon! ;)
Hey, everyone! We're back today with an unboxing and review video of the April, 2017 Loot Gaming crate. No, no, we're not jumping back into a subscription program. Instead, this is just a one-off since we got super excited when we saw a preview for one of the items in the box. Anyway, here's the video:
We hope you enjoyed that. More is coming very soon to In Box, so stay tuned!
Hello, everyone! We're ba-ack! Yes, that's right. After a short hiatus, Jess and I are back with more unboxings and reviews. Today, I take a look at a blind box figure for the board game "Krosmaster: Arena".
If you want more info on "Krosmaster: Arena" and other Krosmaster products, I highly recommend you check out Cool Mini or Not's web site. They're a fantastic board game publisher. Their site is at www.cmon.com
And, that's all for now. More is coming soon, so stay tuned!
Jess and I are huge fans of the show "Supernatural". We've been following the monster hunting exploits of the Winchesters Brothers since Day 1 and we're probably not going to stop watching until the show is finally done. So, when Funko started making Pop! figures of characters from "Supernatural", you bet we were all over them! The latest addition to the lineup, surprisingly, isn't a new character. Instead, Funko decided to make a Hot Topic Exclusive version of Dean. What do we think of this figure? Watch our video to find out!
I hope you enjoyed the crazy opening and the review afterwards. If you would like to see more fun opening sequences in our videos, please let us know in the comments.
And, that's all for now. Thank you for reading and watching. Stay tuned for more In Box coming soon!
Have you seen those cute, 4-legged plush versions of Disney characters they're selling at the Disney Store? You know, the ones that come in different sizes so you can stack them all over your house? Well, they now have hard plastic versions that come in blind packs! Plus, these versions come with display stands! I picked up a couple of Marvel packs over at Toys R Us and made a review video so you can all share in the awesomeness. Check it out!
I hope you enjoyed that. More is coming, so stay tuned!
Jess and I love "Stranger Things". In fact, Jess cosplayed as Barb last year at FanExpo! So, when I found Pop! figures from the series at 401 Games in Toronto, I had to pick one up. Believe it or not, the Chase version of Eleven with her blonde wig is $75! That's why the following review is only for the regular version, which has her holding her beloved Eggos.
Well, I hope you enjoyed that. More is coming, so stay tuned!
Did you know I speak French? No? Well, I do. It's my third language. But, isn't French Canada's official second language? Why, yes, it is. So, why is it my third? It's because I'm of Chinese descent and my parents taught me both English and Cantonese Chinese before I learned French in school. Why is this important? Because I speak some French in the following review of the Funko Pop! figure of Jess' favourite Disney villain - Gaston from "Beauty and the Beast". Enjoy!
"The Lego Movie" was awesome. In fact, it was the best DC Comics movie of 2014. I watched it at least twice in theatres and many more times on Blu-Ray. So, when "The Lego Batman Movie" was announced, I was more than excited. I was squealing like a Jonas Brothers fangirl. Obviously, this kind of enthusiasm was eventually going to lead to me buying Lego Batman Movie products, and that is exactly what I did the other day at Toys R Us. Please now enjoy my review of the limited edition Lego Batman Movie Minifigures.
(Note: I mistakenly stated in the video that Tim Drake is Red Hood. In fact, Jason Todd is. My apologies.)
Alrighty, that's all for now. But, much much more is coming soon, so stay tuned!
As Jess and I continue to delve deeper and deeper into our new obsession with miniature plastic food collectibles, we keep finding sets with weirder and weirder names. For example, we have a brand new review for something called "Funny Is Coming". What does that even mean? Watch the video to find out.
So, as it turns out, Funny never showed up. Instead, we got Cute. I hope you enjoyed this review. More is coming soon, so stay tuned!
Jess and I have this weird new obsession with miniature plastic food. It's not edible and horrible for the diets we are trying to maintain since these collectibles look so good they make us hungry. Still, they're so adorable that we can't help but pick some up each time we find new ones. Today, we look at something called "Gudetama Meets Danger". That odd title got us hook, line, and sinker. So, for your viewing pleasure, here is our video review!
We hope you enjoyed that. There is a lot more coming soon to In Box, so stay tuned!
Are you a fan of John Wick? What about Keanu Reeves? Me, I'm a fan of both, so when I saw a John Wick Pop! figure on the shelf at 401 Games in Toronto, I absolutely had to buy it. If you're wondering whether a John Wick Pop! figure is as good as it sounds, please watch my review to find out.
I hope you enjoyed that. More is coming soon, so stay tuned. And, as always, thanks for watching!
A while back, Nerd Block sent me an e-mail boasting that they were teaming with Stan Lee to create a one shot box filled with items that he chose. Although I had sworn off subscribing to Nerd Block, I am such a big fan of Stan that I couldn't help ordering a Stan Lee Box when it finally became available. Now that I have it in hand, what do I think of it? Watch this video to find out!
(NOTE: I missed an item, which was an art print of Stan Lee hanging upside down from a Spider-Man web. This is because it was placed inside the box with the blank, white back up and I couldn't see it during the review. Many apologies.)
I hope you enjoyed that review. Although I won't be ordering any other one shot boxes from Nerd Block in the future, if you liked the items you saw, then I think it's still good value.
More In Box is coming soon, so stay tuned. And, as always, thanks for watching!
Recently, Jess and I found a whole section in One's at Market Village (Markham, ON) that sells miniature plastic food. This has opened up a whole new world of collectibles for us, which is horrible since we already collect way too many things! Ha ha! Anyway, when Jess found a set of miniature plastic food that is based on Gudetama the Lazy Egg, she absolutely had to buy one. Here is her review:
I hope you enjoyed that. More reviews of miniature plastic food is guaranteed to happen, so stay tuned! And, as always, thanks for watching!
Hey, everyone! You all know that Jess and I love to collect nerdy things, but what about miniature plastic replica food from Japan? Watch the video to find out not only what I'm talking about, but also whether this will become a "thing" in our household!
I hope you enjoyed the video and marital bickering that Jess clearly won. ^_~
Thanks for watching and stay tuned for more In Box coming soon!
Happy New Year! During my first visit to Silver Snail Comics in 2017, I happened upon a case of Masters of the Universe Action Vinyls. As you know, I loved the Power Rangers Action Vinyl I got from Hot Topic last year, so I just had to pick up one of these. I hope you enjoy the impromptu review I shot using my cell phone. ^_~
Thanks for watching and stay tune for more In Box coming soon!
What's up, everyone? Mike here, and I am a huge fan of the WWE, so when Loot Crate announced that they were teaming up with them, I was hyped! Fast forward to today and I am so excited to be unboxing and reviewing the WWE Slam Crate. Check out the video!
Should I have done a Macho Man impression instead? Oh, man. Now, I wish I had a Slim Jim in the video! Anyway, I hope you enjoyed it. Now, let's get to the written stuff. ;)
In case some of you haven't heard of Loot Crate, it’s a monthly subscription box that caters to "nerds" and "geeks". Each month, subscribers get a box of items that match the announced theme. WWE Slam Crate is a bi-monthly Loot Crate "spin off" that caters to fans of pro wrestling. Like its parent program, WWE Slam Crate has different subscription options. Here's a breakdown with shipping to Canada included:
1 Crate Every Other Month - $59.00 CAD per crate
3 Crates Over 6 Months - $172.00 CAD every 6 months
6 Crates Over 1 Year - $335.00 CAD per year
Okay, so the program looks expensive, but it's expected due to the weak Canadian dollar compared to the US dollar, plus the shipping. One can only hope the items are still worth the price tag.
OCTOBER, 2016
One of the things that Loot Crate is well known for is having themes for their boxes. For example, the October theme was "Horror" and there were some incredible items from movie franchises like "Nightmare on Elm Street" and "Friday the 13th". What I found interesting was that for the first WWE Slam Crate, there was no theme announced. But, if you think about it for just a second, "WWE" is a theme itself. I honestly don't feel that themes are needed, although I do expect something special for Wrestlemania and Summer Slam. Anyway, I'm okay with there being no theme.
Now, let's move on to the items themselves. Here's a list of what I received, along with approximate Canadian prices:
- Shinsuke Nakamura Poster ($5.00 CAD)
- Austin Aries Trading Card ($0.75 CAD)
- NXT Patch ($5.00 CAD)
- Mitch the Plant ($8.00 CAD)
- Dean Ambrose Belt Buckle ($15.00 CAD)
- Sasha Banks Shades ($12.00 CAD)
- Enzo and Cass T-Shirt ($35.00 CAD)
- The New Day Vinyl Figure ($18.00 CAD)
WWE Slam Crate Custom Box
Like all Loot Crate boxes, the Slam Crate box has a custom design on the inside. As would be expected, there's a wrestling ring and some WWE Superstars. Since this is the first Slam Crate, there are also the words "The First" in front of The New Day. The overall design is pretty cool, but nothing special. It's not a criticism, though. I didn't expect anything else.
Shinsuke Nakamura Poster
Following in the footsteps of Loot Anime, WWE Slam Crate has a poster instead of the mini magazine found in the standard Loot Crate. What impresses me is that on the back of this awesome Shinsuke Nakamura poster is an article about Xavier Woods! I wasn't expecting anything outside of photos and descriptions of the items in the box. Having an article adds so much to this poster and I really appreciate it.
Austin Aries Trading Card
I had no idea Topps still made WWE trading cards, but it's still pretty cool getting one featuring Austin Aries. Still, I have no need for a trading card, so it's time for the first ever
In Box with Mike & Jess Giveaway!!!
On Saturday, November 19th, 2016, NXT Takeover will be in Toronto, and Jess and I are going to be there! The first person who is going to the show and comments on the YouTube video above about wanting the card gets it!
(Arrangements for meeting up at the show will then be discussed via private message.)
NXT Patch
Continuing with the NXT goodness is this sweet patch. I still haven't actually done anything with the various patches I've received from Loot Crate, but I still love'em all. This NXT one is right up there as one of my faves.
Mitch the Plant
I can't even begin to properly describe how ridiculously amazing this item is! Yes, it's Mitch the Plant. Yes, you grow a plant in that pot. Yes, I'm going to grow the plant. This is awesome! Clap clap clapclapclap! This is awesome! Clap clap clapclapclap!
Deam Ambrose Belt Buckle
This belt buckle is crazy cool and insanely well made. I will be rockin' it for sure!
Sasha Banks Shades
Ah, finally some representation for the women of the WWE, and what a fitting item to do that in the first ever Slam Crate. Sasha Banks is a big deal these days and one of the top female wrestlers right now. I can't think of a better item than her iconic shades to include in this box.
Enzo and Cass T-Shirt
I love this shirt's design. It's just so... Enzo and Cass! I have to note, though, that unlike the softer, stretchier t-shirts used in the standard Loot Crate, this shirt is the same kind of shirt used by WWE's official shop. It's thicker and has less give. But, hey, if you're used to wearing WWE's shirts, you'll be a-okay with this.
The New Day Vinyl Figure
It's the New Day, yes it is! And, they're riding a unicorn that's wearing Chucks and shades. NICE! I love this figure, but I also have a couple of issues with it. First, the tops that Kofi, Xavier, and Big E are wearing are very plain. I feel that adding the New Day logo on their fronts would have made a huge difference in making the figure look less bland. Secondly... Well... The faces are a little odd. Here, have a look.
I get that the designer was going for a cute, cartoony look, but the end result is a little on the creepy side. Those beady eyes are the stuff of nightmares. Still, those faces combined with the rest of the figure de-creepify things enough that I still love this figure and will definitely display it.
OVERVIEW
As far as first crates go, Loot Crate did a phenomenal job with the WWE Slam Crate. The items are all great and it's clear that a good amount of thought was put into making sure fans were satisfied. The overall value of the items definitely makes the program worth it at this time. So, will I continue my subscription? I think I will for 1 more crate to see how things go. I feel that keeping this going long term, though, will leave me with more WWE than I need.
If you're interested in learning more about Loot Crate or WWE Slam Crate, please check out the web site HERE. Use code SAVE3 to get $3 off a new subscription.
Thanks for watching and reading. Stay tuned for more In Box coming soon!
Hey, everybody! I am super excited today because I just received my Loot Anime box. Now, before you go thinking I somehow got my hands on some kind of early release November crate, I have to point out that I live in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Up here in the Great White North, we get our crates late. So, this entry is for the October Loot Anime box. Aw, don't feel bad for us poor Canadians. We're used to getting everything late. LOL Anyway, here's the latest unboxing and review video for my Loot Anime box.
I hope you enjoyed that. Now, it's time for the written part of this blog, and we'll begin with the usual photo of the box with everything in it. ^_~
In case some of you haven't heard of Loot Crate, it’s a monthly subscription box that caters to "nerds" and "geeks". Each month, subscribers get a box of items that match the announced theme. Loot Anime is the Japanese animation and comics spin-off version of Loot Crate. Like its parent program, Loot Anime has different subscription options. Here's a breakdown with shipping to Canada included:
1 Month Plan - $34.95 USD / $47.00 CAD per month
3 Month Plan - $101.85 USD / $138.00 CAD per 3 months
6 Month Plan - $197.70 USD / $268.00 CAD per 6 months
1 Year Plan - $383.40 / $519.00 CAD per year (includes free bonus T-Shirt)
If you've seen the pricing for Loot Crate, you will notice that Loot Anime is more expensive. Plus, the conversion to Canadian Dollars is pretty painful due to the weak dollar at the moment. One can only hope the items are still worth the price tag.
OCTOBER, 2016 - DELICIOUS
I have only ever subscribed to Loot Anime for one month and it was mainly to get an idea what it was like. So, what drew me back to it for yet another month? The theme! I love food. I post tons of food photos on Instagram. I eat a lot. (I also have to work out a lot to work off all those calories. LOL) So, when I saw the food theme for Loot Anime, I just had to subscribe and then cancel once again! So, did the box live up to my expectations? Let's find out! For starters, here's a list of items in the box with approximate Canadian prices:
- Loot Anime Poster ($3.50 CAD)
- Loot Anime Phone Charm ($4.50 CAD)
- Naruto Ramen Bowl ($10.50 CAD)
- Sweetness & Lightning #1 ($15.00 CAD)
- Food Wars! Apron ($16.00 CAD)
- Himouto! Umaru-chan Figure ($7.00 CAD)
- Gudetama Plushie ($10.00 CAD)
Loot Anime Custom Box
This Loot Anime custom box design features food and utensils, which are quite fitting for the theme. It's simple, but fun and effective.
Loot Anime Poster
Instead of getting a mini magazine like in a Loot Crate or Loot Gaming box, Loot Anime subscribers get a poster with great art on the front and item descriptions on the back. I think this girl in a dessert cafe design is wonderful and would represent me quite well if it featured a boy instead. :)
Loot Anime Phone Charm
Another place Loot Anime deviates from the standard Crate format is with this phone charm, which takes the place of the Loot Crate pin. On its own, the ice cream sundae design is already a winner. With a little metal spoon, this phone charm reaches "epic" level.
Naruto Ramen Bowl
I'm a pretty big fan of "Naruto" and this bowl is the perfect food-themed product for that series. I love the design! My only criticisms are that it can't go in the microwave or the dishwasher... WHAT?!
Sweetness & Lightning #1
It's always wonderful to receive the first issue of a comic I've never heard of. The art in "Sweetness & Lightning" looks fantastic, so I'm pretty excited to start into this manga.
Food Wars! Apron
I have never heard of "Food Wars!", but this apron is super cute and probably going to end up being used by Jess while cooking. Great item!
Himouto! Umaru-chan Figure
This adorable little collectible figure is from yet another Anime series I've never heard of. This won't stop me from displaying the figure, though. It's so cute! <3
Gudetama Plushie
Gudetama rocks my world and this little plushie is so perfect that I can't look at it for more than 3 seconds before squealing in delight like a little schoolgirl. This is by far my favourite item in this crate. Love love LOVE!
OVERVIEW
I can't compliment this Loot Anime box enough. The theming is on point, the items are fantastic, the value is great, and I can't stop hugging that Gudetama Plushie, making it very difficult to type this entry. This is what a themed nerdy Anime box should be like every single month and I can't recommend Loot Anime enough.
If you're interested in learning more about Loot Anime and Loot Crate, please check out their web site HERE. If you decide to subscribe, use discount code SAVE10 to keep some dollars in your bank account.
Thank you for reading and watching. Stay tuned for more In Box coming soon!
Hey, everyone! Today, I have a brand new video review of something a little different - a bow tie! Since it came in a box, I figured it counts towards the theme of this blog. LOL Anyway, here's the video:
I hope you enjoyed the video. Now, I'll leave you all with a photo of this stunning and nerdy tie:
