Garden City Comic Fest: June 2025

Comic-book convention Garden City Comic Fest was held this past weekend of June 28th & 29th at the Essex Center Codey Arena in New Jersey. My friends and I went on Sunday the 29th. This is our first time attending it, and we had a blast!

The first of the two people I met that day was the lovely and multi-talented Jo Armeniox. She is an actress and voice over performer having appeared on Boardwalk Empire and done voices on Pokemon the Series: XY and XYZ as Shauna and Red Dead Redemption, among other projects. She was really sweet and down to earth in person.

I also met comic-book artist Nikkol Jelenic. She has done work for comic companies Top Cow, Marvel, and Dynamite. The later includes the covers for the horror/ fantasy franchise crossover Red Sonja Vs. the Army of Darkness. It's that that caught my eye at her booth. I picked up the first issue and got it signed by her. She was really cool and nice, in person (as well as being beautiful). I asked her if she was a fan of both. She said she was and that she only works on stuff she's a fan of. She also told me, that while she likes Red Sonja, she is more of an Army of Darkness fan. This only made her even more awesome in my book!

Here are some of the cool sights I saw at the convention:

Comic-book artist Fred Zorn signs his comic for my friend.

Being Sunday, there was probably less cosplay than the day before, but there was still some. Here are some of my favorites that I saw on this day:

If you are wondering why I didn't do any cosplay, this was honestly a last minute thing. And, also it was too hot. My anxiety would have killed me if I was all dressed up. As we had to walk to and from the venue from my friend's house. Anywho, I have four days in October to cosplay for NYCC. 

Here is the swag that I bought at this con:
Funko Pops:
Universal Monsters Walgreens Exclusive: The Invisible Man
Jurassic Park Anniversary: Tyrannosaurus Rex (both were 50% off, so essentially 2 for $15)
Red Sonja vs. the Army of Darkness #1 (which I got it signed by cover artist Nikkol Jelenic at her booth)
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #30 (which was 50%)
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #36 (which was in the $1 bin)

The reason that I go some of these great deals us cuz it was Sunday.

On a side note, I'm looking for old issues of the Marvel run of  G.I. Joe or any of the trades that collect them. But, being low cash I don't have a lot to spend on them, so if you wanna help a brother out, or at least point me in the right direction, please don't hesitate. Thank you.

Anyway, we had a great time. I loved the way that it felt and looked like an old comic-book convention with celebs. That's something you don't see in NYC, really, so we loved it. And, will definitely be back for it next year!

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New Pre-Orders Seen at Toy Fair 2025: Marvel, Star Wars, John Wick and Muppets!

In early March, toy buyers from around the world attended the International Toy Fair in New York City (and, before you ask no sadly we were not on-hand this year), to see what new items companies would offer in 2025. Diamond Select Toys and Gentle Giant LTD unveiled a variety of new products at the show, and now those items are going up for pre-order! With busts, statues and action figures from Marvel, Star Wars, John Wick and The Muppets, it is truly the best of all worlds! Pre-order at a comic shop near you – find one at comicshoplocator.com! Or order online at diamondselecttoys.com and gentlegiantltd.com!

John Wick Gallery Diorama Chapter 4 PVC Statue
A Diamond Select Toys release! It’s the final chapter for John Wick! The (finally) retired assassin kneels before a stained-glass panel, sword in one hand and nunchuk in the other, in this all-new Gallery Diorama based on the fourth John Wick movie! Made of high-quality PVC, this statue stands about 8 inches tall and features detailed sculpting and paint applications. It comes packaged in a full-color window box. Designed by Nelson X. Asencio, sculpted by Jorge Santos Souza. SRP: $59.99

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/john-wick-stained-glass-gallery-diorama/

Marvel Comic Scarlet Witch 1/7 Scale Mini-Bust

A Diamond Select Toys release! She’ll put a spell on you! The Avengers’ mighty sorceress joins the Marvel Comics 1/7 scale mini-bust line with this new release! Depicted in the act of casting a spell, Wanda Maximoff stands approximately 5 inches tall and sits atop a themed pedestal. Limited to only 3,000 pieces, she comes packaged in a full-color box with a numbered certificate of authenticity. Designed by Nelson X. Asencio, sculpted by Juan Pitluk! SRP: $99.00

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/scarlet-witch-comic-mini-bust/

Marvel X-Men Animated Cable 1/7 Scale Mini-Bust

A Diamond Select Toys release! Get ready to go back in time to 1996! The time-traveling mutant Cable is the latest X-Man to get made into a resin mini-bust by DST! Based on his appearance in the classic X-Men: The Animated Series, this approximately 7-inch bust wields two blasters, features cartoon-accurate sculpting and paint applications and sits atop a technological pedestal. Limited to only 3,000 pieces, it comes packaged in a full-color box with a numbered certificate of authenticity. Designed by Barry Bradfield, sculpted by Michelle Riley! SRP: $99.00

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/x-men-the-animated-series-cable-animated-mini-bust/

Marvel Premier Collection Deadpool & Wolverine Deadpool 1/7 Scale Statue

A Diamond Select Toys release! Pools of the world unite! Deadpool, based on his appearance in Marvel Studios’ Deadpool & Wolverine, holds Headpool under one arm and a sword in the other hand, while Dogpool sits by his feet in this approximately 11-inch resin statue. Part of DST’s Premier Collection, this 1/7 scale statue stands atop a smoking rubble base, and features detailed sculpting and paint applications. It is limited to only 3,000 pieces and comes packaged in a full color box with a numbered certificate of authenticity. Designed by Nelson X Asencio, sculpted by Rocco Tartamella! SRP: $200.00

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/deadpool-wolverine-deadpool-premier-collection-statue/

Marvel Animated-Style Jeff the Land Shark Resin Statue

A Gentle Giant LTD release! Watch out, it’s a land shark! Jeff, the fan-favorite Marvel Comics mascot, is now the latest animated-style statue from GG LTD! Standing approximately 3 inches tall, this statue is based on the cover of It’s Jeff #1, depicting the land shark wearing goggles, swim fins and an inflatable ring. Made of high-quality resin, this statue is limited to only 3,000 pieces and comes packaged in a full-color box with a numbered certificate of authenticity. Sculpted by Casen Barnard! SRP: $59.99

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/jeff-the-landshark-animated-style-statue/

Marvel Gallery Diorama Comic Spider-Boy PVC Statue

A Diamond Select Toys release! The boy is back in town! Young hero Spider-Boy flips over a New York City rooftop in this all-new Gallery Diorama from DST! Surrounded by flapping pigeons and posed heels over head, Spider-Boy measures approximately 8 inches tall and is made of high-quality PVC. This statue features detailed sculpting and paint applications and comes packaged in a full-color window box. Designed by Nelson X. Asencio, sculpted by Alterton! SRP: $59.99

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/spider-boy-comic-gallery-diorama/

Muppets Lew Zealand & Lips Deluxe Action Figure Box Set

A Diamond Select Toys release! Let’s get this show on the road! In the latest Muppets action figure release from DST, perpetual showman Lew Zealand, he of the boomerang fish act, joins the long-lost Electric Mayhem band member, trumpeter Lips, to form an all-new box set! Lips comes with his trumpet, of course, while Lew comes with a bucket full of fish for him to throw! Each 1/10-scale action figure features multiple points of articulation, and both come in a full-color window box with an opening flap. Sculpted by Gentle Giant Studios! SRP: $29.99

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/lew-zealand-lips-deluxe-action-figure-box-set/

Star Wars Andor K-2SO Premier Collection 1/7 Scale Statue

A Gentle Giant LTD release! Welcome to the Rebellion! Reprogrammed Imperial security droid K-2SO was a breakout star in the Rogue One movie, and now he’s returning to the screen as part of the highly anticipated Season 2 of the hit Disney+ series Andor! This approximately 11-inch resin statue depicts the lanky droid standing on a rocky base and is limited to only 1,000 pieces. It comes packaged in a full-color box with a numbered certificate of authenticity. SRP: $200.00

https://www.gentlegiantltd.com/star-wars-andor-k-2so-premier-collection-statue/

Star Wars The Clone Wars Darth Maul (Shirtless) 1/6 Scale Mini-Bust
A Gentle Giant LTD release! Twin suns out, guns out! Everyone knows Darth Maul has some cool face tattoos, but did you know they don’t stop there? In the Clone Wars series, Darth Sidious’s apprentice rocks a full torso of tatts, and this is the first mini-bust to capture them! This approximately 6-inch resin mini-bust depicts the Sith Lord with his full-body tattoos revealed and is limited to only 3,000 pieces. It comes packaged in a full-color box with a numbered certificate of authenticity. SRP: $130.00

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NYCC 2024: Saturday- My Riddler Debut and Cosplay Galore!

Saturday is known, of course, as the biggest and busiest day at New York Comic Con, which it certainly always is. Knowing this I decided to debut my newest cosplay, Batman villain: the Riddler! But, more on that later. 

First let's start by me showing you guys some of my favorite cosplays from that day:

As I said, this would be my first time as Riddler (also by default my first villain cosplay), and I had more fun than I could've ever imagined as him! People were coming up to me asking for pics of  me or with me, and that never happens. And, even when it did in the past, it wasn't to this level! As someone who struggles with his self-esteem, it really was a big deal for me. It made me feel great about myself and wish I could do more with it. Anyways, for now all I can do is share some pics of other cosplayers and myself from this day:

With my friend Dane

Olivia (NJ Harley) was one of the coolest people that I met at this whole con. I went up to her to get some pics with her and her awesome Harley Quinn cosplay. She said sure, but only if she could interview me on camera. I happily agreed and that was fun to do. Though, as of press time, I don't think ;that video is up, yet. It's all cool though cuz, I know how busy life makes us. Regardless, she is a sweetie, and I love the way these pics came out!

Some other sites that caught my attention on this Saturday:

Yes, Taylor Swift has her own official comic-book. So, I don't know if any Swifites read or follow my site. But, if you do, let me know do any of you read this comic? If so what are thoughts on it? I am legit curious to hear them.

Finally, this is the swag I bought on this day:
From the TeeTurtle Fandom booth: SpongeBob Squarepants Con exclusive tee
And, from that booth that I kept on buying Masters of the Universe Origins figures from, I got double the bad ninjas: MOTU- Ninjor and I finally got a G.I. Joe Classified Storm Shadow (my favorite character in the franchise)!

One more day left for me to do my report on. So to be continued!

The meantime, who amongst you were at NYCC last year on Saturday? What were your highlights from this day? Let me know in the comments section below.

NYCC 2024: Thursday- Toys, Cosplay, and the Return of Logan!

NYCC 2024: Friday- More Cosplay! More Logan!

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