If you’re at all like me — which, for your emotional maturity and general mental health I certainly hope is not the case — you obsessed a lot with weapons as a wee lad. As in, a lot. Sure most kids had some nunchucks lying around, and perhaps the occasional throwing star (sure to correct […]
3
Apr
The use & bad ass potential of the mace, morning star & more
9
May
Surely a more positive geek & firearm combo than Columbine
Sometimes nerds and firearms don’t mix so well. The results can be messy. But other times, such as with the new instructional book from Jack Streat titled LEGO Heavy Weapons, the results can be more… creative. LEGO Heavy Weapons details instructions on how to build 1:1 scale replicas of four different guns out of everyone’s […]
15
Dec
The "Harmless Weapons" series by Kyle Bean
Brighton based designer Kyle Bean is a master at making humorously ironic artistic creations. CUT Magazine features his paradoxical collection, Harmless Weapons, with photographs taken by Sam Hofman. Taking ordinary objects and infusing them with “violent” imagery, Bean creates objects that are just plain funny. Bullet Candles, Jello Grenades, Feather Knives, Bread Knuckledusters — dangerously […]
27
Sep
Hot Toys' villain from Iron Man every nerd's daddy
The year 2008 was a great one for Robert Downey, Jr. The same year he played Tony Stark in Iron Man he also played Kirk Lazarus, the black faced “method actor” in Tropic Thunder. Both were big hits, but it was Iron Man that had legions of acne-pocked fanboys clamoring for more of the villainous […]
17
Aug
Huck Gee brings the Samurai to life, one blind box at a time
Artist Huck Gee, a native of the UK but currently based in San Francisco, is well known for the work he does with Asian pop art. His work has been released through Kidrobot numerous times in the past, and his latest creation is sure to be a hot ticket for collectors of limited edition toys. […]
6
Jul
When you’re caught in an outbreak, make sure you’re equipped
“Time to nut up or shut up” is one of the best lines from Zombieland, and Tallahassee — the character from the 2009 movie — had it right when he coined it. When things turn into an all-out battle royal dead person eating fest, it’s survival of the fittest. However, I’d like to think that […]
22
Apr
For when you're feeling a little nostalgic about the good war
If you’re ever in the mood to reminisce about blowing stuff up the old fashioned way, this Spanish Bazooka will add some character — and perhaps clutter — to your room. This quaint little rocket launcher measures close to 6ft long, making it the perfect little nook to hang your GI Joes and model airplanes […]
1
Apr
Sometimes giant samurais, mechs, dragons & blondes In schoolgirl outfits CAN save your movie
OK, I know Miss Madeleine annihilated Sucker Punch last week with a blisteringly accurate review, but after seeing it this week I just gotta throw in my 2 cents. First off, she’s technically 100% right — the movie was riddled with weakness and flaws: the acting was atrocious (Vanessa Hudgens is a Golden Raspberry frontrunner), […]
