Package No.57

Got a package today! But its not for me though. This time, I bought something for my Girlfriend. She's been wanting this for quite sometime now since the release of the DC Wonder Woman movie. I just had a good deal from Amazon and just in time for the Christmas season for her Christmas Gift.

Prepared in the Amazon corrugated box.

Review: Asics Gel-lyte V Pomegranate/Black

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Package No.56

An early gift for myself just arrived. Been eyeing for this shoes since last year it is just I cannot find the size I am looking for. This came earlier than expected and I am happy to have it before my birthday. 

Package No.55

Hi guys, I'm back again for another haul. I just received this earlier today and I am very excited to see my Kotobukiya ARTFX+ Spiderverse to be completed.

Package No.54

More hauls more Fun! Another package just arrived in my door-step early this morning. The 5th in the Kotobukiya ARTFX+ Spider-man series. Just recently I had my Fine Art Statue Carnage now he will have his smaller version Carnage in a form of ARTFX+. I already watched the review on this and the details is very awesome. Can't wait to have my review on this gorgeous figure along with the other Spider-man ARTFX+ series. 

Package No.53

Words can't explain how excited I am today! Actually this came earlier according to my workmates, it arrived last Friday when I was gone for a trip. When I had the chance, I'd really go for the pick-up on this even though the School is closed because of the celebration of the Philippines Independence Day. I am pretty amazed no how big is the box. And this is a bit heavy to carry. 

The box is very large.

Package No.52

My Spider-verse collection is starting to grow slowly with its 3rd release Spider-Gwen. The outer packaging is a bit bigger because my supplier stuffed it with papers to prevent the Item Box from having dents which I have been complaining a few packages back. 

Package No.51

Its a new haul, its a new day, its a new life! Just singing what I feel today. Earlier today, I just received my ARTFX+ Spider-man Miles Morales figure. And again, it was dented because of the couriers handling. I also received 2 Real Grade 00 Gundam Seven Swords for my Customers at Rockfall City, very own Online Store for Hobby Toys, Collectibles and More.

How I Create my own Pom-Pom Flower Bouquet

Its the time of the year, a time where I am excited to give my DIY gift to my Lovie for Valentines. If you have followed me in my Blog posts, a year ago I created my very own version of Ferrero Bouquet. This is its a bit of a downgrade from the previous project but still it doesn't matter. I just want to create something special for my Lovie.

The materials needed for this Project:

1. Twigs/Branches

2. Assorted Colored Yarn

3. Green Felt Paper

4. Assorted Colored Ribbon/Laces

4. Hot Glue Gun

5. White Glue

6. Scissors

7. Spray Paint

Review: Kotobukiya ARTFX+ 1/10 X-Men Marvel NOW! Wolverine

Character: Wolverine (James Howlett)

First Appearance: Incredible Hulk #180

Illustrator: Adi Granov

Sculptor: Abe Jun'nosuke

Manufacturer: Kotobukiya

Classification: ARTFX+

Scale: 1/10

Release: August 2016

Height: 7.5 inches

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Kotobukiya's series of Marvel Comics ARTFX+ Statues continues with the latest mutant hero in the Marvel NOW! lineup that has been taking the world by storm. In 2012 the comic book company relaunched several titles, shifting some characters into different books and updating some for a modern audience. More than anything, it provided a perfect jumping on point for new readers. Now the characters are brought to life as never before based on concept artwork by superstar artist Adi Granov, who was also responsible for the preceding Avengers series. Completing the X-Men lineup and joining peviously released Cyclops, Emma Frost, Magneto, Magik, Beast, and Rogue is fan favorite WOLVERINE!

A nearly immortal mutant with a powerful healing factor and heightened senses, Wolverine was further enhanced by an adamantium-laced skeleton and ultra-sharp claws. Throughout his years with the X-Men (and other teams) he's worn several different costumes, and this new version is the ARTFX+ debut of his unique Marvel NOW! outfit consisting of a tough, combat-ready uniform. It's a full bodysuit revealing only the lower part of his fave, though of course his claws protrude through it as well. Wolverine is captured in mid-lunge, stepping forward with his right legs as he jabs his left hand for a lethal strike. The stark black and yellow armor sections of his costume make a cool "X" out of negative space, and it includes his trademark pointed cowl. Logan's face is contorted into a fierce snarl as he attacks his enemies, and he looks super cool with his eyes covered by the pure white lenses of his costume.

Sculpted by the same master artist who did the Marvel NOW! Avengers series, Junnosuke Abe, the diminutive Wolverine stands under 7.5 inches tall (in the ARTFX+ 1/10th scale) with magnets in his feet to provide perfect stability on his included display base. This mainstay of the X-books and popular mutant hero is a great solo statue and of course completes your epic Marvel NOW! X-Men collection from Kotobukiya!

Review: Kotobukiya ARTFX+ 1/10 X-Men Marvel NOW! Rogue

Character: Rogue (Anna Marie)

First Appearance: Avengers Annual #10

Illustrator: Adi Granov

Sculptor: Abe Jun'nosuke

Manufacturer: Kotobukiya

Classification: ARTFX+

Scale: 1/10

Release: July 2016

Height: 7.5 inches

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Kotobukiya's series of Marvel Comics ARTFX+ Statues continues with the latest mutant hero in the Marvel NOW! Lineup that has been taking the world by storm. In 2012 the comic book company relaunched several titles, shifting some characters into different books and updating some for a modern audience. More than anything, it provided a perfect jumping on point for new readers. Now the characters are brought to life as never before based on concept artwork by superstar artist Adi Granov, who was also responsible for the preceding Avengers series. Joining previously released Cyclops, Emma Frost, Magneto, Magik, and Beast is the fan-favorite ROGUE!

The power-absorbing mutant has never looked better, and now Rogue adds a striking dash of green tot he Marvel NOW! X-Men series with this fantastic new ARTFX+ presentation. Born Anna Marie in Mississippi, the young girl's mutant powers first manifested during a kiss with her childhood boyfriend. Suddenly she found herself absorbing his life energy, and subsequently ran away, taking the nickname "Rogue" in the process. When touching a mutant, she absorbs powers in addition to memories and skills, making her incredibly powerful and incredibly dangerous. During her early career she battled the current Ms. Marvel and seemingly absorbed her flight and super strength permanently. In the Marvel NOW! era Rogue got a new look celebrated here as she tightens her gloves for combat. The mutant heroine stands in a cocky pose with one leg arched forward, her body shifted to the side as she looks directly at the threat with an expression on her fave that says she's totally unafraid. Rogue wears bright green pants, a jacket in a slightly darker shade with white piping, thigh high black boots, and white gloves. Her smile radiates her strength and spirit beneath her unique brown and white hair.

Sculpted by the same master artist who did the Marvel NOW! Avengers series, Junnisuke Abe, Rogue stands over 7.5 inches tall (in the ARTFX+ 1/10th scale) with magnets in her feet to provide perfect stability on her included display base. The beautiful and powerful Rogue will make a great centerpiece in your display and the perfect addition to your Marvel NOW! X-Men collection!

Review: Kotobukiya ARTFX+ 1/10 X-Men Marvel NOW! Beast

Character: Beast (Dr. Henry "Hank" Philip McCoy)

First Appearance: X-Men #1

Illustrator: Adi Granov

Sculptor: Abe Jun'nosuke

Manufacturer: Kotobukiya

Classification: ARTFX+

Scale: 1/10

Release: April 2016

Height: 5 inches

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Kotobukiya's hit line of Marvel Comics Avengers ARTFX+ Statues paved the way for the next incredible comic-based series in this great scale, the X-Men of Marvel NOW! In 2012 the comic book company relaunched several titles, shifting some characters into different books and updating some for a modern audience. More than anything, it provided a perfect jumping on point for new readers. Now the characters are brought to life as never before based on concept artwork by superstar artists Adi Granov, who was also responsible for the Avengers series. Joining previously released Cyclops, Emma Frost, and Magneto, and Magik is the agile and brilliant BEAST!

One of the original five X-Men introduced all the way back in 1963, Henry "Hank" McCoy was a highly intelligent young man whose mutant nature manifested as oversized limbs with fearsome strength. Nicknamed the "Beast," McCoy struggled with his looks and eventually underwent further mutations that gave him blue fur and a bestial appearance. Despite his issues the mutant has always been a champion of his kind, working with many of the "X" teams over the years in addition to other heroic groups like the Avengers. Standing alongside his X-Men compatriots, Beast looks better than ever with an incredible sculpt that really brings to life his inhuman exterior. Hank is posed in a low crouch, resting on the knuckles of one hand while the other is held to the side with claws ready to strike. The mutant's face reveals his determination to fight against evil with a heavy scowl and bared teeth. Covered in intricately sculpted fur, the X-Man is blue all over and wears black shorts for modesty.

Sculpted by the same master artist who did the Marvel NOW! Avengers series, Junnosuke Abe, Beast is just over 5 inches tall (in the ARTFX+ 1/10 scale) in his crouched position, and magnets in his feet provide perfect stability on his included display base. The blue Beast looks great on his own and is a fantastic addition to your Marvel NOW! X-Men collection!

Package No.50

Another package for me! This time it's not me who bought it. My Pretty Girlfriend bought it for me as a Gift for my Birthday. Though it is not my birthday anymore, this came late already but still I am really looking forward to this Item.

Package No.49

Just received my new Gunpla Kit today. Another P-Bandai Exclusive release that I think every Gundam Wing Series fans is waiting for. It is a bit pricey for an MG Kit but still worth the wait. I still have my MG Altron unfinished so this kit will be waiting for its turn to be assembled. 

Package No.48

Best start for the year. My ARTFX+ Spider-man that I have been waiting for like a week now just arrived. I didn't expect that Spidey will have this big box because I saw in the early reviews that the figure is just smaller than the ARTFX+ Deadpool which apparently has a smaller box than this one.

Gunpla Builders World Cup 2016 World Championship

Review: Kotobukiya ARTFX+ 1/10 X-Men Marvel NOW! Magik

Character: Magik (Illyana Nikolievna Rasputina)

First Appearance: Giant-Size X-Men #1

Illustrator: Adi Granov

Sculptor: Abe Jun'nosuke

Manufacturer: Kotobukiya

Classification: ARTFX+

Scale: 1/10

Release: January 2016

Height: 7.5 inches

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Kotobukiya's hit line of Marvel Comics Avengers ARTFX+ Statues paved the way for the next incredible comic-based series in this great scale, the X-Men of Marvel NOW! In 2012 the comic book company relaunched several titles, shifting some characters into different books and updating some for a modern audience. More than anything, it provided a perfect jumping on point for new readers. Now the characters are brought to life as never before based on concept artwork by superstar artists Adi Granov, who was also responsible for the Avengers series. Joining previously released Cyclops, Emma Frost, and Magneto is the team's teleporter and sorcerres MAGIK!

Magik was introduced in Marvel Comics in 1975, but back then she was just Illyana Rasputin, the kid sister of Piotr Rasputin (better known as Colossus), Illyana is a mutant as well with the power to teleport herself and others. As if that wasn't cool enough, she also became a powerful sorceress thanks to her connection to Limbo and wields the mighty Soulsword!

Magik takes her place among Cyclops' team of fearless X-Men with a stunning new look, standing at attention and letting her massive sword do the talking. She is posed dynamically with her feet spreading apart, her hands laid on top of the pommel of her Soulsword stuck into the ground before her. The eldritch mutant wears a unique costume consisting of thigh high leather boots, short shorts, a halter top with armored shoulders, armbands, and gloves. Her highly detailed sculpt brings out all of the cool little elements of her clothing like the buckles on her footwear, the spikes and armored fingers of her left arm, and the shafts extending from hair. Magik's costume is almost all black with silver accents and the red "X" on her shoulder, all of which constrasts nicely with her pale skin, blonde hair, and solid white eyes. Meanwhile, her Soulsword radiates with an intense yellow energy.

Sculpted by the same master artist who did the Marvel NOW! Avengers series, Junnosuke Abe, Magik stands over 7.5 inches tall (in the ARTFX+ 1/10th scale) on her included magnetic display base. Illyana and her Soulsword look great on their own and will be the perfect centerpiece to your Marvel NOW! X-men collection!

Review: Kotobukiya ARTFX+ 1/10 X-Men Marvel NOW! Magneto

Character: Magneto (Max Eisenhardt)

First Appearance: X-Men #1

Illustrator: Adi Granov

Sculptor: Abe Jun'nosuke

Manufacturer: Kotobukiya

Classification: ARTFX+

Scale: 1/10

Release: December 2015

Height: 8 inches

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Marvel Comics' Avengers ARTFX+ Statues paved the way for the next incredible comic-based series in this great scale, the X-Men of Marvel NOW! In 2012 the comic book company relaunched several titles, shifting some characters into different books and updating som for a modern audience. More than anything, it provided a perfect jumping on point for new readers. Now the characters are brought to life as never before based on concept artwork by superstar Adi Granov, who was also responsible for the Avengers series. Following after team leader Cyclops and Emma Frost is the Master of Magnetism, MAGNETO!

A massively powerful mutant with the ability to control magnetic fields, Magneto was the very first enemy of the X-Men when they debuted in 1963. Since then he's fluctuated between supervillain and hero, though it's always been his mission to see mutantkind survive at any cost.

New Magneto joins Cyclops' elite Marvel NOW! X-Men force team with a stunning new look and darker costume! Unleashing magnetic fury upon his enemies, the venerable mutant stands in an imperious pose, hands outstretched as he gestures while mentally shaping the battlefield. Magneto wears a unique costume with a rugged and highly textured bodysuit that leaves his upper arms exposed plus heavy duty gloves, a billowing cape, and of course his iconic helmet. All of that is presented in a stunning black, dark gray, and silver color scheme with all sorts of cool details like the different materials of the suit, the red "X" on his belt buckle, and the dangerous-looking spikes adorning his shoulders and forearms.

Sculpted by the same master artist who did the Marvel NOW! Avengers serise, Junosuke Abe, Magneto stands just under 8 inches tall (in the ARTFX+ 1/10th scale) on his included magnetic display base. Metals and mgnets are no match for this mutant hero on your shelf posed alongside the rest of X-Men team like Cyclops and Emma Frost!

Review: Kotobukiya ARTFX+ 1/10 X-Men Marvel NOW! Emma Frost

Character: Emma Frost (Emma Grace Frost)

First Appearance: X-Men #129

Illustrator: Adi Granov

Sculptor: Abe Jun'nosuke

Manufacturer: Kotobukiya

Classification: ARTFX+

Scale: 1/10

Release: November 2015

Height: 7.5 inches

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Kotobukiya's hit line of Marvel Comics Avengers ARTFX+ Statues paved the way for the next incredible comic-based series in this great scale, the X-Men of Marvel NOW! In 2012 the comic book company relaunched several titles, shifting some characters into different books and updating some for a modern audience. More than anything, it provided a perfect jumping on point for new readers. Now the characters are brought t life as never before based on concept artwork by superstar artist Adi Granov, who was also responsible for the Avengers series. Following after team leader Cyclops is the White Queen herself, EMMA FROST!

One of the most popular mutants ever, Emma is a powerful telepath who can also transform into a diamond form. Frost has had a 35 year history with the X-Men, starting out as their enemy and ending up one of their most passionate leaders.

Always preferring bold and sexy in her costume choices, the former White Queen stepped things up even further with her Marvel NOW! appearance that's captured in this dynamic presentation. The mutant stands with her feet apart for balance, pointing one hand toward you while the other is poised by her head to help focused her tremendous telepathic abilities. Emma wears a very distinctive (and revealing) costume consisting of thigh high boots, gloves, a on piece bodysuit with an extreme cut out, a wide belt, and a long flowing cape with attached sleeves, collar, and armored shoulder pads! The dark black and metallic gray of her outfit contrast amazingly with her pale skin tone, blonde hair, and the bright color accents of the red "X" designs on her shoulders, blue eyes, and smoldering red lips.

Sculpted by the same master artists who did the Marvel NOW! Avengers series, Junosuke Abe, Emma Frost stands over 7.5 inches tall (in the ARTFX+ 1/10th scale) on her included magnetic display base. Join the telepathic mutant with previously released Cyclops (sold separetely) and the rest of the X-Men team coming soon!

Review: Kotobukiya ARTFX+ 1/10 X-Men Marvel NOW! Cyclops

Character: Cyclops (Scott Summers)

First Appearance: X-Men #1

Illustrator: Adi Granov

Sculptor: Abe Jun'nosuke

Manufacturer: Kotobukiya

Classification: ARTFX+

Scale: 1/10

Release: September 2015

Height: 8 inches

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Marvel Comics' Avengers ARTFX+ Statues paved the way for the next incredible comic-based series in this great scale, the X-Men of Marvel NOW! In 2012 the comic book company relaunched several titles, shifting some characters into different books and updating som for a modern audience. More than anything, it provided a perfect jumping on point for new readers. Now the characters are brought to life as never before based on concept artwork by superstar Adi Granov, who was also responsible for the Avengers series. Starting the X-Men off right is of course the team leader and longtime mutant champion, CYCLOPS!

Scott Summers was one of the original five teenaged X-Man who trained with Professor Xavier, and ever since he's led the X-Men as they fight for the survival of mutants everywhere. Cyclops was so names for his monocular ruby quartz visor that he flipped open to unleash powerful optic blasts against his opponents.

In his Marvel NOW! appearance, though, Summers has a bold new design and look. Following his interaction with the Phoenix Force in AvX (Avengers vs. X-Men) Cyclops wears a new, darker costume befitting his renegade status. The X-Men stands poised to unleash an optic blast at his enemies, stepping forward threateningly with his fists raised. His Marvel NOW! look consists of a nearly fully body dark suit with all sorts of cool details, a belt with X-symbol buckle and pouches, and more. Replacing the classic horizontal, rectangular visor is a striking new "X" across Cyclops' face which looks amazing in this presentation!

Sculpted by the same master artist who did the Marvel NOW! Avengers serise, Junosuke Abe, Cyclops stands just under 8 inches tall (in the ARTFX+ 1/10th scale) on his included magnetic display base. Start your Marvel NOW! X-Men collection with this champion of mutant rights and look for the rest of his team coming soon!