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BanDai the makers of Sprukits have several Halo models. Some are available now while there was one that isn’t yet out.

Let’s start with the sets that are now available. These models are snap fit, so no glue necessary. Molded in the general color of the character, you will need to add paint detail to make them more accurate. Continue reading →

If you love table top games and you love Halo (and you wouldn’t be here if you didn’t), then Spartan Games is bringing you a cool new Halo game to play.

I first learned of this from a post on Facebook by Laird MacLean. Thanks Laird!

The following is a reblog from Spartan Games web site (heh, Spartan, covenant coincidence, huh?):

Spartan Games has entered into a License Agreement with Microsoft Corporation to design and produce tabletop miniatures games for “Halo®”, the global entertainment phenomenon. The first products will be on sale around the world through Spartan Games’ sales and distribution channels in 2015. Continue reading →

I got word of this from a Halo Facebook fan site.These are due out in stores next month (December 2014). Continue reading →

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GameStop is selling a limited edition Master Chief wireless mobile mouse. At $29.99, it’s a decent deal for a piece of Halo, outside of the games. Hmm, will this fuel the hopes of a Halo Master Chief Collectionfor the PC? Continue reading →

This is a repost from Darkhorse’s site. (My commentary as usual will be in BLUE.)

It was announced during Dark Horse’s “The Art of Video Games” panel at this year’s (2014) Comic Con International that Dark Horse would develop and manufacture a line of replicas based on the ships and vehicles which have appeared in the multi-million selling video game franchise, “Halo®!”

HFFL: YES! I wonder what scale, which ships and vehicles, what era(s)? Continue reading →

The Bearbrick line is not something I’m into. However, since they just put out a Master Chief figure, I decided to check out that one. The following is my video review of the fig.

Was it worth it? Well, for a one-off fig coming from China, yeah. It’s not something I would do all the time however. If they made a Cortana Bearbrick, I’d probably get that and stop there.

Do any of you have this figure also? If not, do you plan on getting it? Let me know.

-Sal

The following text is from Waypoint:

Be@rbrick Series 28 Blind Box Mini Figures

Medicom is pleased to announce that Series 28 will be featuring the Master Chief under the “Hero” category as Halo’s first ever Be@rbrick character. The Be@rbrick series is notorious for having rare chase figures which are not shown on the package. I wonder if you can find ours?

Medicom Toys’ Be@rbricks figures are a collectible toy series from Japan which feature a variety of artistic themes on a standard bear-shaped figure. The Be@rbricks blind boxed series features eleven 2.75” figures with art from different categories including basic figures, artist series, and licensed brand figures with each design packed in a mystery box. Continue reading →

Just announced today, there will be a Halo 2 Anniversary Play Arts KAI Master Chief figure.

Obviously the one shown in the pic has not yet been painted. Price and Release date not yet mentioned, but you can bet, I’ll post it when I do find it. Likely to be $60-80.

This is to be shown at SDCC 2014, so it may be likely it’s going to be sold there as well.

-Sal

My friend @CarlClendenin sent me these passes a couple of days ago. I was ecstatic to receive them. The RTX one has that nice Halo 4 Lanyard, while the Halo 4 Global Championship badge is just all sorts of awesome. Not to mention, Carl also included the elusive collectible pin that you could only get there.

What makes these even better are that they aren’t just typical badges, but staff and exhibitor badges. They will hold a special place within my Halo collection.

That pin was one of only two that I need to complete the collection of the pins from last year. There were three others that I’m not sure if they were actually released or not. So that count could be four more needed…

Here are all of those pins, followed by the ones I have (checked), the one’s I’m not sure were made (with a ?) and the one I still need, with the yellow box around it.

If anyone knows of those three I have question marks for, PLEASE let me know. As for the Sarah Palmer one, if anyone has one or knows where I can get one (I’ve checked eBay, it’s not there anymore…), PLEASE let me know. Thanks!

-Sal

Revealed today is this fantastic sculpt of Halo 4’s Master Chief.

Here’s the text blurb from Kotobukiya:

The fans demanded it, and now Kotobukiya triumphantly returns to the best-selling Halo series with an all new Master Chief ARTFX Statue, available in November! Stepping right out of Halo 4, the mega popular video game character wears his MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor and strides down a high tech ramp in a Forerunner facility. The Chief carries his trusty Battle Rifle and comes equipped with two sets of interchangeable arms that let you pose the hero with weapon at the ready or held over his shoulder with a frag grenade in the other hand! The intricately sculpted armor captures every detail you know from the game with screen accurate detail from Chief’s two-tone green armor to his iconic gold hued visor. There’s even limited articulation at the neck and waist so you can create your own poses! Sculpted by M.I.C., Master Chief ARTFX stands nearly 12 inches tall and makes for a perfect centerpiece for your Halo collection. Watch for more ARTFX and ARTFX+ Halo statues coming soon from Kotobukiya!

No cost as yet has been given. Or none that I can find. I’m betting on this being in the $250 range. Far out of my affordability.

Now having seen this, are any of YOU considering getting this?

-Sal

Some of this you may have seen in my coverage of New York Toy Fair. The rest are some things I’ve just learned about last night. So let’s take a look at the Halo SWAG coming soon!

Halo 4 UNSC Fleet Officer Bag
This very cool looking messenger bag is 13 inches tall by 12 inches long and has adjustable shoulder straps.

It resembles the UNSC Fleet Officer uniform at the torso. The interior can fit tablets from sizes up to 11 3/5 inches tall by 7 1/4 wide by 1/2 inch thick.

The bag also has a detachable swivel clip key chain.

This will be available for purchase April 2014 at various online retailers for approximately $60. It’s already up on some sites for pre-order, so check around if you plan on buying it!

While awesome looking, it’s out of my price range. So, I’ll have to wait for it to go on sale.

UNSC Warthog Messenger Bag

This  messenger bag fits in with any UNSC display. It is 16 inches long by 13 1/4 inches tall and can fit Laptops up to 15 inches. It has a mesh pocket and has adjustable shoulder straps. The messenger bag also features a hard shell with a nylon interior. It also comes with a detachable swivel clip key chain.

This will also be available for purchase April 2014 at various online retailers for approximately $70. It’s available for pre-order on some websties, so check around if you plan on buying it!

Halo 4 Ammo Crate Tin Lunch Box

Want to deter people from getting to your lunch? Heh, well this Ammo Crate Lunch box may do it. Just be aware, you’ll probably get some strange or even frightened looks by your co-workers…

This top loading tin is safe for food storage (providing you put it in the fridge), and boasts a hinge/clasp opening. It is 8 5/8 inches long by 6 3/4 inches tall by 3 1/5 inches wide. The tin also comes with reusable sandwich bags.

This will be available for purchase April 2014 also at various online retailers for approximately $30. It’s already up on some sites for pre-order, so check around if you plan on buying it!

I want this! 

Collectible Key Chains

These key chains are sure to be a nice addition to your collection.

I plan on getting the Master Chief and Guilty Spark ones. Those both retail for $13 while the silver Mark VI retails slightly higher at $15 due to it’s zinc alloy with pewter finish. Each one is approximately 1 1/2 inches in diameter.

These too are available in April and can be pre-ordered from various websites.

UNSC Warthog Key Chain

This cool looking key chain has a canvas strap with a carabiner clip on one end and the key chain clip on the other. The UNSC logo is made of molded rubber.

It retails for $15 and will be available in April. Check websites for pre-order info.

I’d like to get this, but it’s a little expensive in my opinion. So I’ll wait for a sale on it.

UNSC and Forerunner Lanyards

These both retail for $6 which puts them well into just about anyone’s budget.

The UNSC lanyard has a transparent UNSC Infinity access card that has foil stamping on it. The lanyard is 15 inches long and the card is 4 inches tall by 2 1/10 inches wide.

The Forerunner Lanyard is also 15 inches long and comes with a rubber molded Forerunner/Reclaimer piece that is 2 1/2 inches tall by 2 inches wide. It also comes with an ID sleeve for you Convention passes!

I definitely want both of there.

Halo Key Covers
Each Key Cover retails for $6 separately. As you can see above, it has graphics on one side with either graphics or words on the other side.

Sizes vary depending on which key cover you get. They will be available in April as well.
Here’s a look at the Master Chief key cover with a key inside for reference.

I’m not typically one for key covers, but I wouldn’t mind having a set of these. Though at $6, I’ll wait for a sale on them.

So that’s some pretty cool swag coming in April. Ranging from affordable to expensive, there is something there for every Halo fan (for life).

So what do you folks like in this bunch of swag and what might you be buying?

-Sal

Here are some various pics from New York Toy Fair 2014. Pics from Halowaypoint.

We’ve seen quite a bit of Mega Bloks and I’ll be showing more stuff through out the day. In the meantime here’s a new view of the Scarab and Broadsword.

Just look at that detailing!!!

Have I said I like spaceships? LOL

This Master Chief prototype statue from Kotobukiya looks fantastic, but is sure to be a bit pricey.

Another keychain from Crowded Coop:

Speaking of keychains, the Cortana light up chip is available for pre-order:

You can pre-order from HERE.

Stay tuned for more New York Toy Fair Halo stuff throughout the day. I’ll also be posting a Halo Mega Bloks toy review or two. And of course and breaking Halo news!!!

-Sal