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Covering all the grounds from TV and movies to comics and games, this go-to source of pop culture collectibles is here to get you started on shopping for Fanboys of all ages with this top ten list of their favorite gifts (in no particular order).Adam West figure from the 1966 Batman TV Series
Fans of Batman before he became today's stylized, black-cloaked Caped Crusader will be rushed back to seeing him on the small screen with this 1:4 scale figure of the character played by Adam West. Keeping true to West's physique and the details of his dark blue cape, rounded black mask with drawn on brows, and even the accessories that come with his utility belt, this piece's 20 points of articulation will make it hard to keep it pristinely caged behind a glass display. Manufactured by world-famous collectible creator NECA, the 18-inch figure sells for $84.99 and ships for free.
Despicable Me 2 Vinyl MinionsManufactured by Funko, the easily recognizable vinyl Pop! toys have taken on the appearance of everyone's favorite characters from Despicable Me, the Minions. Shown here is Dave, just one of various Minion characters offered by Entertainment Earth from this year's animated comedy. Also available are cycloptic Carl with his spiky hair, and Purple Minion with his evil under bite. These measure 3¾" tall, are recommended for ages 5 and up, and carry the petite price tag of only $9.99.
Doctor Who 8" Action Figures with Tin Tote
It wouldn't seem right to release Dr. Who action figures without representing the extensive span of the program. Not just one, but two Doctors—one being the original and the other our modern-day 11th Doctor—both arrive in a tin tote with artwork that conveys the 50 years of the series' span. Created by Bif Bang Pow!, the tin tote is approximately 8 5/8" wide, 6¾" tall, and 4" deep. The first Dr. Who and the 11th, played respectively by William Hartnell and Matt Smith, stand 8" tall and have multiple points of articulation. Present the Whovian in your life with both of these figures, their included accessories, and the tin tote for $54.99 plus free domestic shipping.
Imagine one collectible that combines the elements of two unforgettable childhood obsessions: Star Trek and Hot Wheels. The die-cast metal model makers have adopted both the war-torn and unharmed appearances of the Starfleet and enemy ships from Star Trek to bring you a collection of four ships: the USS Vengeance (Star Trek: Into Darkness), the USS Kelvin (Star Trek), the USS Excelsior NCC 2000 (Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country) and the Klingon Battle Cruiser (Star Trek: Into Darkness). Each measures about 6" long and are incredibly detailed. The set can be yours today for $54.99 with free domestic shipping.
LEGO Mindstorms EV3 31313
The fact that LEGO has come up with their most sophisticated technology yet will make you forgive them for inflicting so much pain on your feet in the middle of the dark. LEGO Mindstorms EV3 is a robot revolution that you can build and command to walk, think, and talk. The masterful toy can be controlled with a remote, or you can download a free app that turns your smartphone into a command center. There are five robot models available: TRACK3R, R3PTAR, SPIK3R, EV3RSTORM, and GRIPP3R. Each unit houses a USB port for WiFi and Internet connectivity, a Micro SD card reader, backlit buttons, and four motor ports. Including the LEGO Technic elements, the total number of pieces per box comes to more than 600. Your very own personal AI for $349.99 plus free shipping within the US only.
Minecraft merchandise is hard to turn down due to the hours of dedication and creativity that go into every world. Jazwares brings you a kit that includes articulated 3" main character Steve plus a workbench, pickax, sword, bed, chest, and torch. It's like the basement you'll be living in when you get kicked out for gaming instead of job hunting! This set is available for $23.99.
Monster High Ghouls Alive Dolls Set
When my former boss told me that her 8-year-old daughter would love the way I dress because I look like a Monster High character, I wasn't sure how to take it. However, seeing these Barbie-gone-goth dolls by Mattel in their exclusive "Ghoul Alive" ensembles, that's pretty awesome. The set of three includes characters by the name of Frankie Stein, Clawdeen Wolf, and Spectra Vondergeist. Each also features appropriately themed lights and sounds, plus a stand for display. Frankie Stein's skull, ribs, and bolts light up; Spectra Vondergeist glows and emits ghastly moans; and Clawdeen Wolf rears back her head and closes her eyes to howl at the sky with her arms above her head. No need to worry about shipping, as it is free within the US. Order the set for $79.99, however, and enjoy never sleeping again.
Star Wars Black Series 6" Action Figures Wave 1
What handpicked gift list would be complete without something related to Star Wars? These highly detailed 6" scale figures by Hasbro will have you busting out your boxed set to relive the action of a galaxy far, far away. Luke Skywalker is missing nothing but Yoda in his trademark orange jumpsuit. Darth Maul and an Imperial Sandtrooper stand proudly to represent the Dark Side of your collection, while R2-D2 completes Wave 1 of this Black Series. Each character is packaged individually within the case, which is available for $79.99 with free shipping. There is a Wave 2 case for the same price on Entertainment Earth, which houses Greedo, Boba Fett, and must-haves Slave Leia and Han Solo, but it is temporarily out of stock. Grab Wave 1 up while you can. It's not a trap!
As if there would be any Walking Dead fan who'd be willing to add the Dixon brothers to their collection any other way than coming from the same box. This surprisingly accurate two-pack contains crossbow-wielding Daryl and his own flesh and blood (no spoilers here), Merle. Both figures stand 5" tall with 20 points of articulation and were manufactured by MacFarland using 3D scans of the actual actors. Order the backwoods brothers set plus extra weapons to complete their badassery for only $27.99.
Venture Bros. Color Changing Brock 16 oz. (2) Glass Set
Nothing makes drinking more fun than color changing pint glasses to tell you when it's either time for a refill or some more ice. Created by Bif Bang Pow!, these two 16 oz. glasses are adorned with Brock Samson from The Venture Bros., one of the best animated shows of all time. The secret agent dons a knife and clean duds in a room-temp glass, only to be covered with blood and blade stains once the beverage inside lowers the glass's temperature. The Venture Bros. logo also changes from white to red but, along with the other crimson coloration, returns to its original state as it returns to normal temp. Whether filled with ice water or a nice frosty beer, these would make for a fun challenge to top off your drink before the red disappears. $17.99 for the set of two.
Entertainment Earth's President, Jason Labowitz, is proud to compile these items as they are an extension of the staff's own favorites. "As longtime collectors and fans ourselves, we crafted the list with products that we want or have in our own collections," he states. "These collectibles are the type of gift that will be enjoyed today and 20 years from now."
All the items listed above can be purchased at Entertainment Earth, where you can search for products by title, genre, type, and brand. Which of these top ten would you gift yourself or someone else? Let us know in the Comments section below!
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