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The wait is over… CyberSpaceWeekend is here! 🤩📣
Starting now, our shop has nearly 1,500 items drastically reduced. From today, Black Friday, until Cyber ​​Monday (December 1st), you'll find a colorful mix of fantastic bargains in our sale section – but only while supplies last. So browse our huge selection of special offers and grab your favorite deal:
space-figuren.de/sale

Happy bargain hunting!

Tomorrow's the day: the super-deluxe-mega-bargain weekend – or as we simply call it: CyberSpaceWeekend – kicks off! From tomorrow's BLACK FRIDAY until CYBER MONDAY, you'll find nearly 1,500 collectibles from all categories drastically reduced in our shop. Like every year, our CyberSpaceWeekend offers you the chance to add a figure or two to your collection at a steal. And of course, you'll have to be quick, because quantities are limited and the rush is huge!

But before you embark on the ultimate bargain hunt after midnight and empty our warehouse, please read our short guide with some important information about this year's CyberSpaceWeekend, so we can all have a relatively smooth experience:


Please order with care
The temptation of many special offers (not just in our shop, but everywhere online and in stores) is enormous. However, please consider carefully what your overall budget allows and don't overspend. Ordering something and then canceling it or ultimately not taking delivery would cause us significant damage and would be unfair to other collectors. Our available stock of discounted items is precisely set and blocked as soon as we receive your order.

Inventory discrepancies can occur
Despite weeks of careful preparation, it is possible that an error may have crept into our system in isolated cases. We apologize for this – we will, of course, contact you immediately if this happens.

As always: everything is done by hand
Despite the high volume of orders during CyberSpaceWeekend, each individual order is first manually pulled from the warehouse, physically reserved, and then confirmed to you via a personal email. Only then will you receive a payment request (e.g. in the case of PayPal or credit card payments). This way, we try to avoid false payments, but of course, it takes a little time to process all orders in sequence.

Please respond quickly
In the event of a stock shortage, a question, or, of course, a payment request, we ask that you respond very quickly. It will be really hectic and busy in our reservation warehouse and at the packing stations – therefore, we rely on payments coming in fast so that your orders can be shipped out fast. Long-term reservations of sale items for CyberSpaceWeekend are also not possible. In the event of outstanding payments, we will unfortunately have to cancel orders much more quickly than usual. We ask for your understanding regarding this strict approach.

Don't mix orders
You would be doing us a huge favor if you didn't mix in-stock items with pre-orders in your shopping cart during CyberSpaceWeekend. This would make organizing a lot easier and take us significantly less time. So, please place pre-orders separately in another order!

Phone lines will be busy
Due to the high workload, we will only be sparsely reachable by phone during CyberSpaceWeekend. You would help us tremendously if you placed your orders through the online shop, even if you normally order by phone during a friendly chat.

Murphy's Law
Unfortunately, a wave of illness has brought us to our knees – extremely inconvenient for this busy weekend. Our Andrea has been out for quite some time now (we wish you a continued speedy recovery!), and other colleagues are currently battling such pesky ailments as broken ribs with accompanying full-body pain and all that other nonsense (get well soon, Jürgen!). Therefore, we will unfortunately need significantly more time to cope with the – hopefully high – demand. We're doing our best, working hard all weekend (except for Sven, who's "briefly" trying to escape to Comic Con Stuttgart on Saturday for a few appointments), and doing everything as quickly as possible. Please be prepared for a little extra waiting time. Thank you in advance for your patience!


Now you can get your piggy banks ready and get into position – thank you so much for your attention, your support, and your unbridled shopping enthusiasm!
Your CyberSpaceCrew

"You guys have grown so much!"

It really has been almost a decade since Netflix scored a cult hit with »Stranger Things«. That was in July 2016.

The Duffer Brothers' series struck just the right balance between thrilling science fiction with monsters from a parallel world, the Cold War, sinister secret services and the military, scientific mystery in secret labs and experiments with children with superpowers – all carried by an outstanding cast including Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Matthew Modine, endearing young actors in a coming-of-age story, Stephen King and Steven Spielberg vibes, and a whole lot of loving 80s nostalgia.

»Stranger Things« was spot on, with excellent scripts, high-quality visuals, and a production design that brought the 80s vividly to life with numerous political, historical, and pop-cultural references.

Season 5 brings us to the grand final battle against Vecna. Can Hawkins, and therefore the entire world, be saved? And who will survive? Besides Vecna, we'll also meet Dr. Kay as a new antagonist, portrayed by Linda Hamilton, whose appearance we're especially eager to see.

The first four episodes are available to stream on Netflix starting today. Three more episodes will follow on Boxing Day, with the grand finale on New Year's Day. If you, like us, find the breaks a bit of a nuisance, you have enough time to rewatch the first four seasons before binging through all new episodes at the beginning of the year. Either way – here's the trailer for Volume 1 of the final season to get you in the mood:
https://youtu.be/D8Qxxq0Oh9M

"The lightsaber ... This is the weapon of a Jedi Knight. Not as clumsy or random as a blaster. An elegant weapon for a more civilized age."

When Ben Kenobi spoke so enlighteningly on Luke's first encounter with this impressive weapon, our jaws dropped as children, didn't they? Only as children? No, even today, as grown-up children, we're just as fascinated by a lightsaber as we were 20, 30, or perhaps almost 50 years ago!

And it is precisely this unbridled fascination that »Saberproject« has made its focus. Behind Saberproject is a super cool team of Star Wars fans who take the basic enthusiasm for lightsabers – or simply collecting them – to a whole new level: perfectly choreographed routines, sometimes dizzying moves, and highly professional skills with "battle-ready" lightsabers have made Tim and his team one of the most popular and successful Star Wars fan groups in Germany and even beyond.

If you haven't yet encountered the lovely people from Saberproject at any convention or other event related to Star Wars, then you should definitely click through saberproject.de to get some impressions.

At Noris Force Con in September, we finally got to meet team Saberproject and had a very pleasant and creative exchange afterwards. This led to the decision to partner up and implement great ideas, exciting projects, and some special events in the future. We're really looking forward to it – and we're equally excited about Comic Con Stuttgart this coming weekend, where Saberproject will of course be there. You can meet the guys and gals in the Galactic Cantina, both at their own booth and at various stage shows, workshops, and more!

By then, you'll probably be so hooked that you won't be able to resist getting your own lightsaber 😜. 'Cause as you know: "Your father wanted you to have this when you were old enough ..." 🌟

Collectible figure manufacturer Funko apparently is in dire straits. In its financial report for the third quarter of 2025, the company issued a stark warning: Funko might not survive the coming year.

Management has serious doubts that the company can continue to exist under the current conditions. Should the rescue plan fail, Funko would be bankrupt within twelve months at the latest.

In the third quarter, revenue amounted to only 250 million dollars – around 14 percent less than the previous year. The initial hype seems to have run its course. Collector interest for Funko's huge line-up is waning, while shipping costs, customs duties, and general expenses are rising. Simultaneously, retailers are placing fewer and fewer orders. The company's debt has now ballooned to nearly 240 million US dollars.

The very nature of hype is that it cannot be sustained indefinitely. We still remember when Funko Pops! were launched in the early 2010s and triggered a huge commotion. The story of two girls who got into a fight over a last exclusive Funko Pop! figure at San Diego Comic-Con 2013 and had to be separated by security (a true story!) has been widely circulated.

Over the years, Funko amassed tons of licenses and released countless figures. No film, no series, not even the smallest supporting role escaped being honored with a Pop! figure – it was kind of nice, but over time, it went too far. We eventually had to drop out. To offer all of this to our customers, we would have needed more than just an airplane hangar to house the legions of Pop! figures. Funko was practically flooding the market. At some conventions, you could get blisters walking past what felt like miles of booths overflowing with Funko Pops! And over time, we increasingly heard comments like, "Ugh, I just can't stand the sight of those eggheads anymore." The bubble had to burst eventually.

To avert the looming bankruptcy, Funko is focusing on new, smaller product lines and exploring various strategic alternatives, including the possibility of a sale to a larger corporation that could assume debts and provide new capital.

Next year will show what Funko's future holds. Whether the changes to their supply alone will be enough to save the company seems doubtful. Everything likely hinges on whether a major investor or buyer can be found. It's also unclear what will happen to Mondo if Funko goes under. Funko acquired Mondo in June 2022. We don't currently know Mondo's sales figures, so whether it will go down with Funko in the worst-case scenario, or whether alternatives and perhaps a new safe haven can be found for Mondo, especially considering their »Masters of the Universe« license, is purely speculative at this point. We will, of course, keep you updated as soon as we learn anything new.

After the second season of Jujutsu Kaisen in 2023, the moment has finally arrived: »Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution« is coming to cinemas! It's not for nothing that the shōnen anime was entered into the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's most in-demand animated series in both 2023 and 2024. As the movie hits theaters, which also marks the start of the third season, it's quite possible that this title will remain with it for some time.

The catastrophic events in Shibuya have shaken the power structure of the Jujutsu world. Shortly thereafter, a sinister mastermind initiates a deadly tournament called the "Culling Game", and reality is falling apart. In the midst of this chaos, protagonist Yuji Itadori is sentenced to death by the Jujutsu authorities.

»Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution« serves as a bridge between the second and third seasons, summarizing the aftermath of Shibuya and initiating a hunt for Yuji, where Yuta Okkotsu is appointed as the executioner and the stage is set for the series' biggest and most brutal battle. Here's the trailer:
https://youtu.be/ZZoU154ooOE

Both the characters mentioned above and several others from »Jujutsu Kaisen« can be found as cool collectibles in our shop – check them out:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Animes-Mangas/Jujutsu-Kaisen:::4685_5515.html?language=en

We've compiled our trailer highlights from the past few days and present to you previews of four exciting upcoming releases:

»The Last Video Store«
We're kicking things off with a film that actually premiered on Canadian television and at various international film festivals back in 2023, but which we'll finally be able to see on DVD/Blu-ray in Germany starting January 23, 2026: »The Last Video Store« takes us back to the era of video rental stores and VHS tapes. A young woman, unknowingly in possession of a legendary cursed video, brings a collection of old video cassettes to a video store. She and the store owner reawaken the curse, unleashing a whole host of cinematic villains. We're still not sure what to expect from this film – it could be a fun, tongue-in-cheek retro horror flick, or it could be a real dud. As kids who grew up in video stores, we're definitely curious! Here's the trailer:
https://youtu.be/1sNG7BZm5Oc

»The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping«
Amazing news for fans of the »Hunger Games« universe: Author Suzanne Collins released a spin-off novel in March 2025, and the film adaptation will already be running in cinemas in autumn 2026! »The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping« focuses on the 50th Games and thus Haymitch Abernathy (Joseph Zada), whom we know as Katniss' loyal supporter. This is his backstory, which takes place 24 years before the first part of the main »Hunger Games« series. Here is the trailer:
https://youtu.be/MPjxijuBuSo

»Return to Silent Hill«
In October 2024, the game remake of »Silent Hill 2« was released, providing us with the classic in eerily beautiful graphics and also refreshing our memories of the successful franchise. Fittingly, »Return to Silent Hill« will hit cinemas on January 23, 2026. It is based on the aforementioned video game installment and gives us James Sunderland (Jeremy Irvine) as the protagonist. You don't need to have seen the previous films from 2006 and 2012 to immerse yourself in the story surrounding the cursed town of Silent Hill. The familiar melody in the trailer alone will put you in a nostalgic state, as will the Nurses and the encounter with the Red Pyramid Thing. Don't miss the trailer:
https://youtu.be/fTPHkslPCr0

»Project Hail Mary«
A few days ago, Sony Pictures released the second trailer for the upcoming sci-fi film. In it, science teacher Ryland Grace, played by Ryan Gosling, awakens aboard a spaceship many light-years from Earth. He has no memory of who he is or how he got there. Gradually, his memories return, and he begins to understand his mission: to solve the mystery of a substance that threatens to hollow out the sun. With his scientific expertise and unconventional ideas, he must try to save life on Earth from extinction – but a surprising friendship might help him face this enormous challenge … Alongside Gosling, German actress Sandra Hüller also appears in a key role. We're wondering if the trailer might already reveal too much. So if you want to avoid spoilers and be surprised on March 20, 2026, you'd better not click on the link:
https://youtu.be/5VYsnngkS_U

Jonathan Demme's Oscar-winning cult thriller »The Silence of the Lambs« from 1991 still creeps under the skin of its audience today, around 35 years after its premiere, as intensely as Buffalo Bill's knife does that with his victims. Demme needed no exploitative orgies of violence, no excessive action sequences, and not even the surprise jump scares expected in the genre. His true unease arises from something entirely different: the intertwining of a grotesque series of murders with the systemic inequality faced by a young woman in a male-dominated system – and the frightening closeness to her cannibalistic mentor in a maximum-security prison.

Especially for home cinema fans and lovers of this classic, it was always a bitter pill to swallow that the previous home cinema releases in German-speaking countries simply didn't do this masterpiece justice: The old German Blu-ray from MGM – to be fair, from 2009, but even then no better than a decent DVD – suffered from overly compressed film grain, a muddy picture, and shadows that were more gray than black. The incorrect pitch of the German dubbing was another bumper. In short: the old Blu-ray looked as if it had slipped through quality control half-asleep.

The brand-new Capelight UHD finally rectifies this misstep: Back in 2021, MGM produced a 4K film scan of »The Silence of the Lambs«, and in the same year, the label Kino Lorber released a UHD exclusively in the US – but was careless with the color grading. As a result, presumably due to an incorrectly defined color space, a greenish tint appeared in the first 20 minutes. The British film distributor and restorer Arrow Films corrected this error in 2024, producing an excellent new master. This can now be admired on the Capelight UHD, which has been available in stores since November 6, 2025, in three different versions. An overview including ordering options can be found here:
https://www.capelight.de/das-schweigen-der-laemmer

And what a difference this new release makes! The extended dynamic range in HDR10 and Dolby Vision, as well as the new grading in the larger BT.2020 color space, are used effectively without distorting the deliberately desaturated palette. Highlights, used judiciously, reach around 250 nits or are even significantly brighter in certain areas – resulting in a wonderfully realistic dynamic range with punch and clarity that nevertheless retains a cinematic feel. Speaking of cinematic, the analog film grain is also back, lending the material an organic, film-typical texture.

The significantly sharper, clearer image quality reveals details of the mise-en-scène that were simply lost in the earlier transfer. Never before has the psychological duel between Clarice Starling (Jodie Foster) and Dr. Hannibal Lecter (Anthony Hopkins) been so compelling: Hopkins' analytical gaze meets the audience in the frontal close-ups with a precision that is penetrating, even unsettling. In these moments, Clarice appears more vulnerable and exposed than ever before – an effect that this new Capelight release fully captures, clearly demonstrating how much the original material benefits from an expanded color gamut and dynamic range, as well as clean, high-quality encoding.

The audio has finally been corrected as well. The German version now plays at the correct pitch, complemented by a more spacious mix with clean treble and a bass foundation that makes the pressure in the prison corridors physically palpable. No over-the-top modernization, but rather an appropriate and respectful update. In addition to the German and English audio tracks in DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 (unfortunately no Dolby Atmos), the disc also includes corrected English and German audio tracks in PCM 2.0.

We would also like to highlight Capelight's beautifully designed mediabook: In addition to the technically superb UHD, it also includes a Blu-ray based on the same master as the UHD – and is superior to the old 2009 Blu-ray in every respect. While the Blu-ray was mastered in a smaller color space with less dynamic range (SDR reaches a maximum of 100 nits) and has a significantly lower data rate than the UHD due to the format, the details described above are still discernible, especially compared to the old Blu-ray, and the colors are exactly where they should be. This new release is therefore worthwhile even for film fans who don't own a UHD player (or who aren't fans of HDR, which is a valid point). An additional bonus Blu-ray contains extensive and carefully curated archive and background material with a running time of over 4.5 hours!

This great release is rounded off with three worthwhile and well-translated essays by Alexandra West, Sam Moore and Josh Nelson in the 48-page booklet – attractively designed with promo pictures and stills from the movie.

Conclusion:
Capelight delivers by far the best release of »The Silence of the Lambs« ever seen in German-speaking countries – technically flawless, aesthetically sensitive, and narratively back where the film belongs. Demme's cult thriller is not just restored, but truly rehabilitated: a classic that can now be experienced on home video as razor-sharp, pitch-black, and deeply disturbing. Therefore, we wholeheartedly recommend it – and it's a collector's item that belongs on every film shelf!

Speaking of "collector's items": Just yesterday, a small, unexpected shipment of the brilliant Hannibal Lecter Ultimate Figure in the "Masked Version" by NECA arrived, which of course looks perfect next to the Mediabook on your movie shelf. 😉

Gosh, we do wish we could chat longer about this great movie, but we're having an old friend for dinner. 😋🍽️😜

Two singing witches in a magical land, a secluded house and terrible secrets, a sleepy small town and the pandemic, and the return of a one-man army – these are this week's new releases.

The film adaptation of the Broadway musical »Wicked« sparked a veritable hype a year ago. The story is a prequel to »The Wizard of Oz«, the great Technicolor film from 1939. In it, the girl Dorothy, played by Judy Garland, was transported to the magical land of Oz, where she met the Good Witch of the North, Glinda, and the Wicked Witch of the West. »Wicked« told the backstory of the two witches, Glinda (Ariana Grande) and Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo). »Wicked: For Good« continues the story and is a retelling of the events from »The Wizard of Oz«. Dorothy and her companions also make a brief appearance. Fans of the colorful fantasy spectacle had to wait a year for the second act and can finally flock to the cinemas starting today. To get you in the mood, here's the final trailer again:
https://youtu.be/R2Xubj7lazE

»Keeper« is the new film by Ozgood Perkins starring Tatiana Maslany. A couple goes to a secluded house for a romantic weekend. When Malcolm (Rossif Sutherland) suddenly has to return to the city, Liz finds herself isolated and in the presence of an unspeakable evil. The trailer (thankfully) doesn't reveal exactly what this evil is, but it conveys a great deal of atmosphere and has definitely piqued our interest:
https://youtu.be/h8TK8uJjyJg

Opinions seem to be divided on »Eddington«, the new film by Ari Aster. Some consider »Eddington« Aster's best work, while others see it as his weakest. In any case, it's a flick that sparks discussion. In the spring of 2020, the Covid pandemic is dominating the sleepy little town of Eddington firmly. There, a conflict erupts between Sheriff Joe Cross (Joaquin Phoenix) and Mayor Ted Garcia (Pedro Pascal), leading to escalating violence. Here's the latest trailer:
https://youtu.be/oL6jZqExlIk

»Sisu« (currently streaming on Sky/WOW) is grindhouse cinema at its finest. The one-man army Aatami (Jorma Tommila) returns in »SISU: Road to Revenge« a year after the war. Igor Draganov (Stephen Lang) killed Aatami's family during the war and now wants to finish the job, ensuing a relentless, breathtaking chase. With a significantly larger budget, things get brutally intense, as the trailer already shows:
https://youtu.be/VmStqCXIgio

Whatever movie you are going for – we wish you a great time at the cinema!

Last night, the nominations for the 2025 Game Awards were announced, and you can now vote across 29 categories on the award show's official website. With a staggering 12 nominations, the clear frontrunner this year is the turn-based action RPG »Clair Obscur: Expedition 33« from the indie production company Sandfall Interactive. Overall, it seems to be an exceptionally strong year for smaller game studios — in the Game of the Year category alone, four of the six nominees were not produced by major studios.

Competing for Game of the Year are:
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
Donkey Kong Bananza
Hades II
Hollow Knight: Silksong
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II

Is your personal game of the year among them 🎮😉?

Today we would like to invite you once again on a little journey through cinema history and celebrate two masterpieces together.

Exactly 30 years ago today, the Pixar movie »Toy Story« premiered in Hollywood. As the first fully computer-animated feature film, Toy Story made history. Yet beyond its technical innovation, the film captivates with a heartwarming story, a charming message about friendship, and an abundance of creative ideas and witty touches.

The movie was nominated for eight Annie Awards — and won them all: Best Animated Feature, Best Animation, Best Directing, Best Music, Best Production, Best Production Design, Best Technical Achievement, and Best Writing. In addition, John Lasseter received a Special Achievement Award from the Academy for his work on the first fully computer-animated feature film.

Of course, the movie also takes us back to our own childhoods, evoking memories of the beloved toys from that time. Cowboy Woody and Space Ranger Buzz Lightyear became true cult figures — and it was only natural that the film's characters would later be turned into real toys and collectibles. You can find some in our Toy Story section. In June of next year, we'll be able to join Woody and Buzz on their fifth adventure. We're already looking forward to it!


Our second anniversary film of the day celebrates its 50th birthday today. On November 19, 1975, »One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest« premiered in U.S. cinemas. Our "old man" Mick actually saw it in theaters back then — and he shares his memories with us.

What happened? At the tender age of 13, I had wandered into this film. At that time, my usual cinema fare was rather lighthearted. On the menu were movies like »The Gendarme of Saint-Tropez« or the Terence Hill/Bud Spencer movies. My school friend, who went with me to the cinema, said he had heard the film was hilarious. And so we sat there — a bit puzzled — and were soon swept away by this intense work. Of course, I didn't fully grasp the social critique of the decayed, dehumanizing mental health system. What impressed me most was Jack Nicholson — a true force of nature. It was my first encounter with the actor, who is now 88 years old. I wouldn't see his early work, such as the Roger Corman films, »Easy Rider«, or »Chinatown«, until years later. Yet even that first movie left a deep impression — so deep that I still remember small details of that cinema visit. When I watched the film again later on VHS, it was fascinating to see which now-famous actors appeared in supporting roles: Brad Dourif, Christopher Lloyd, and Danny DeVito were among the most striking faces of the patients.

»One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest« is still considered a masterpiece — and rightly so. Out of nine nominations, it won the coveted "Big Five" Oscars: Best Picture, Best Director (Miloš Forman), Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Actor (Jack Nicholson), and Best Actress (Louise Fletcher). Before this, only »It Happened One Night« from 1935 had achieved this feat. It wasn't until 1992 that another movie accomplished it: »The Silence of the Lambs«.

If you haven't seen »One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest« yet, you definitely should catch up on it.

It's pretty incredible what has grown out of the simple idea of »eight friends who work as voice actors sitting down to play D&D together«. Critical Role has long since become its own universe, complete with animated series and collectibles. And now, with the Amazon Prime series »The Mighty Nein«, the next era is about to begin.

Dungeon Master Matthew Mercer (best known for his roles in animes like »Attack on Titan«, »Naruto«, and »One Piece«, as well as games such as »The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom« and »Resident Evil 6«) and his castmates Ashley Johnson (Ellie in »The Last of Us«), Laura Bailey (Abby in »The Last of Us Part 2«), Liam O'Brien (Gollum in »Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor«), Marisha Ray, Travis Willingham, Taliesin Jaffe, and Sam Riegel have built such an enormous fanbase with their four major live-streamed D&D campaigns that the crowdfunding for the animated series of their first campaign, »The Legend of Vox Machina«, hit ten times its original funding goal, leading to the show being picked up by Amazon Prime.

Starting today, the next chapter from the world of Critical Role begins with its first three episodes: »The Mighty Nein« brings the story of Campaign Two to the screen. Tim already had the chance to watch the first episode last week and is absolutely thrilled. While »The Legend of Vox Machina« told each season in twelve half-hour episodes, this new adventure launches with eight episodes that run roughly twice as long. A change that greatly benefits the pacing and allows for a much deeper dive into Matthew Mercer's rich world of Exandria. The characters also feel more mature this time around: more eccentric, more colorful. And if you're new to Critical Role, don't feel like watching hundreds of hours of livestreams, but still enjoy irreverent, occasionally below-the-belt humor and wildly creative fantasy worlds, this series (and the first one as well) is absolutely worth your time!

Fans should definitely take a look at our Critical Role category: the Sideshow statues are genuinely stunning. And by the way: from November 28 to December 1, our CyberSpaceWeekend will be running, featuring, among other highlights, the Mollymauk statue from »The Mighty Nein« on sale.

The Mighty Nein, by the way, got their name from Caleb Widogast — played by Liam O'Brien with a charming German accent — who kept rolling nines during one session, leading to his frustrated shout of "NEIN!" (which sounds just like "nine" to English speakers) becoming a long-running joke.

We discovered a really interesting video on YouTube, as we think: »How HASBRO Action Figures Are Made« introduces you to the toy giant HASBRO and shows the production of action figures, starting with a brief overview of the company's history. HASBRO was founded in 1923 by brothers Henry and Hillel Hassenfeld in Providence, Rhode Island. In 1943, the company entered the toy business. One of their first major toy-historically significant mega-sellers was »Mr. Potato Head« (1952), which has been a household name since the film »Toy Story«, and the world of action figures would be very different without »G.I. Joe« (1964). The acquisition of Kenner in 1991 then paved the way for »Star Wars« and the famous Black Series.

After the company timeline and an introduction to the most important licenses, the video focuses on the production process of the popular action figures, from the initial computer designs to prototypes, testing, approval by the licensors, manufacturing in China, painting, packaging, and finally to the arrivals of the countless collectors' showcases worldwide.

Watch the video here, true to the motto: everything we always wanted to know about action figures:
https://youtu.be/bitbcukyfg8

As some of you may already have heard, the manufacturer Diamond – which also includes Gentle Giant – has been facing serious financial difficulties over the past few months. It is now official: both companies are insolvent and have permanently ceased operations.

What initially looked like a clean break has turned out to be far more complicated in recent weeks. There was long-standing uncertainty, especially regarding items that had already been announced. Although European wholesalers canceled all outstanding pre-orders in September, we still hoped that we might be able to fulfill at least some of the pre-orders through our U.S. partners. At that point, it was also completely unclear which collectibles had actually been produced. Unfortunately, this hope has now fallen through. In recent days, it has become clear that our U.S. sources have also had to cancel all backorders. As a result, none of the announced items will be delivered. This is of course regrettable – not only for us, but especially for many collectors who have to write off one or more highly anticipated products. Of course, all our customers will receive personal information from us in the coming days, addressing the individual pre-orders that have been affected.

It is very unfortunate that we therefore can not fulfill our customers' orders. With Diamond and Gentle Giant, the collectibles community is losing two influential names whose departure will leave a noticeable mark.

… and we answer.
Yesterday, the game adaptation in our news was a family-friendly highlight, but today you better send the little ones to bed. Because when 1950's atmosphere, nuclear disaster, disgusting zombies in Elvis Presley outfits, Western attitude, bottle caps, and witty one-liners come together, we all know what time it is: it's time for another stroll through the wasteland of »Fallout«. For the second season of the brilliant series based on one of the greatest game franchises of all time, the main trailer has now been released — and we truly can't wait for December 17, when the first episode hits on Amazon Prime Video:
https://youtu.be/ECI3eCAxRGw

Without giving too much away, the two-and-a-half-minute trailer is an absolute roller-coaster ride through everything that makes the RPG world so unique, while it is also giving us the first glimpses of the brilliant performances of the three main characters: Ella Purnell as Lucy MacLean — an Emmy nomination next year seems very likely — Walton Goggins as the Ghoul, and Aaron Moten as Maximus. New additions to the cast include, among others, Macaulay Culkin and Kumail Nanjiani — perfect casting!

Did you know that one of the world's largest pop culture conventions takes place in a small, idyllic town in Tuscany? "Lucca Comics & Games" is regularly mentioned in the same breath as Comiket in Tokyo and CCXP in São Paulo. For anime and manga fans – but also for film, TV series, and comic book enthusiasts – it's a true mecca, right in the heart of Italy.

In the latest episode of S.P.A.C.E on the Road, Sven takes you through the narrow streets of Lucca and the sweltering, packed tents of the event. He also conducts a fascinating interview with Fabio Varesi, the creative mind behind Infinite and Kaustic Plastik. Together, they take a look at the breathtaking new releases, such as the »The Crow« lineup, including the first-ever 1/4 Plus Format Eric Draven statue, the 1/6 Maestro figures for »The Crow« and »Labyrinth«, and many other fantastic collectibles. A visit to Peer and Emiliano from Formo Toys was also on the agenda. So, if you'd like to join us on a little trip to Tuscany, hop on over to our YouTube channel – buon divertimento!
https://youtu.be/04T2_2ajQPw

A dystopian TV program, diamond theft & magic, postpartum depression & madness – here are this week's theatrical releases:

»The Running Man« from 1987 is a typical 80s Arnold Schwarzenegger flick based on the novel of the same name by Stephen King. Unfortunately, the film hasn't aged very well, and didn't have much to do with the source material. So it makes perfect sense to give it a fresh makeover, and for that, the highly esteemed Edgar Wright took to the director's chair. We're very curious to see what the Brit does with the narrative, as he has a good feel for timing and editing – not bad prerequisites for the manhunt story. The first reviews have been published. Most conclude that it's okay, but they expected significantly more from Edgar Wright. Here's the latest trailer again:
https://youtu.be/UsmiRIozzvw

»Now You See Me« from 2013 was fun. Four illusionists, who call themselves The Four Horsemen, rob a bank during their show and distribute the money to their audience. The film had a good pace and a likeable cast, including Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, and Dave Franco as the magicians, Mark Ruffalo as the overwhelmed FBI agent pursuing them, and on top of that, Morgan Freeman and Michael Caine. It didn't care much about logic, but like a good magic trick, its fast pace provided plenty of distraction. The sequel, »Now You See Me 2«, followed in 2016. The magicians are still likeable, the plot holes even bigger, but there were still scenes that were simply fun. After a nine-year hiatus, the third installment, »Now You See Me: Now You Don't« is here, in which the Horsemen are joined by three young magicians: Dominic Sessa (»The Holdovers«), Ariana Greenblatt (»Barbie«), and Justice Smith (»Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves«). This time, Rosamund Pike (»Gone Girl«) plays the villain. The trailer sometimes left us wondering: is it illusion, real magic, or just CGI with no regard for physics? Even so, perhaps an extra-large bucket of popcorn will help. Does the trailer enchant you?
https://youtu.be/-E3lMRx7HRQ

»Die My Love« is the new film by Lynne Ramsay, starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson. Lawrence plays Grace, a writer and young mother who slowly descends into madness. Similar to Ramsay's »We Need to Talk About Kevin«, her new work seems to unfold in a disjointed and uneven manner. The reviews are quite good, though they acknowledge that the film is somewhat challenging and doesn't make things easy for its audience. Ultimately, it's anything but a feel-good movie. The cinematography and especially Jennifer Lawrence's "all in" performance are frequently praised. See for yourselves in the trailer:
https://youtu.be/2jzXHW6Qe70

The spooky decorations are being taken down, sour eyeballs are being replaced with the first gingerbread cookies, and it's time to start thinking about presents … Our November postcard fits perfectly into this transitional period! 🎃🎅

The card, unveiled here with great fanfare, shows Chucky already going through his wish list – a new knife, or maybe a chainsaw? The photo is by Leandro, who not only showcased the iconic killer doll but also hid a few Easter eggs. Fans of dark horror themes should definitely check out his profile!

So, if you're still stuck somewhere between Halloween and the Christmas spirit, you can kill two birds with one stone: every package we send you in November includes a free copy of this cool postcard, AND you might even be able to cross something off your wish list! 📦🎁

From November 7th to 9th, 2025, the Hanover Marriott Hotel in Whippany, New Jersey, transformed into a mecca for action figure collectors, creatives, and fantasy fans: LegionsCon 2025 celebrated the world of Mythic Legions and the 25th anniversary of Four Horsemen Studios – with more highlights, more guests, and even greater passion than ever before. The small but distinguished convention premiered in November 2019 as part of ToyConNJ in New Jersey and has since grown into a well-established institution.

The weekend kicked off on Friday with the legendary "Gcon Live Reveal," a four-hour streaming event during which Four Horsemen Studios unveiled their latest figures and projects. The spotlight was on the new Mythic Legions wave, »Dawns of Discovery«. Set in previously uncharted waters, this wave introduces entirely new characters with fascinating backstories. We expect to offer these exciting figures for pre-order by late December or early January.

Excerpts were also shown from the upcoming book »The Rise of Dark Four, Volume 1«, which delves into the lore of the so-called Dark Four faction within the Mythic Legions universe. As another major highlight of the Infinite Legions line, Four Horsemen Studios – in collaboration with U.S. actor, producer, and author Joe Manganiello – unveiled the figure Arkhan the Cruel, which will be available for pre-order starting in January 2026. What a banger!

On Saturday and Sunday, the large showroom opened its doors, and the excitement among fans was palpable – many arrived in full cosplay or with their own custom builds. More than a hundred exhibitors, customizers, artists, and vendors showcased their work. The Legions Armory Experience was particularly popular, allowing visitors to assemble and personalize figures in a "pop-and-swap" style. The level of creative exchange within the community was tremendous: everywhere, people were trading parts, displaying 3D-printing projects, and presenting impressive dioramas.

A special highlight this year was the first-ever appearance of Sideshow Collectibles – and for a very special reason: together with Four Horsemen Studios, they unveiled the brand-new statue "Arethyr: War" – one of the villains from the Mythic Legions universe, now brought to life in a high-end format. This collaboration marks a groundbreaking milestone: Mythic Legions has officially entered the premium collectible sector! The highly detailed statue, which was on display throughout the weekend, magnetically attracted visitors. In addition, fans were treated to a preview of unpainted prototypes of the upcoming characters Poxxus, Illythia, and Necronominus – a taste of what's to come. And of course, you'll be able to get these impressive statues from us. "Arethyr: War" is now available for pre-order in our shop.

Naturally, the hype surrounding Four Horsemen Studios' exclusive figures was enormous. Under the theme "The Tale of the Crossroads", two exclusive figure sets were released, each offering the option to build one of two character variants (Set 1: Warrior/Revenant and Set 2: Nymph/Churel). Both sets impressed with interchangeable parts, new weapons, and elaborately designed convention-themed boxes. In addition, the exclusive "Legacies of Mythoss Wave 2" sets featuring Scaphoid and Sir Valgard were unveiled. While these figures will become available as standard editions later next year, the LegionsCon versions come in deluxe packaging and include additional bonus parts. From the Figura Obscura line, Thoth made his debut at LegionsCon 2025 – not as a convention exclusive, but as a teaser for the regular 2026 release.

Smaller brands also received plenty of attention once again at LegionsCon: during the "Independent Toy Creator Showcase" and the mini "GlyCon", more than 35 indie creators presented their own figure lines – ranging from Plunderlings and Tide-Realm Corsairs to Legends of the Ramayan. Notably, the Tide-Realm Corsairs figures were sculpted by Four Horsemen Studios, adding an extra layer of excitement for fans. Many of the ideas showcased were so creative and full of potential that there's real hope some of these projects will make it into production – and eventually find their way into our shop.

LegionsCon 2025 impressively demonstrated why it has become arguably the most important toy convention in the fantasy scene, particularly for the niche of independent toymakers. Between exclusive figures, creative workshops, passionate fans, and major brand collaborations, the event offered everything a collector's heart could desire. What a shame that New Jersey isn't just around the corner …