Do you know who invented microwavable soft toys? Philip Gannon did, and he also founded Intelex Group in 1995.
Big Heckin’ Two-Day Prime Day: Anyone but Amazon!
We’re not against Amazon Prime Day; I plan to do a little shopping tomorrow, October 8th, when it launches, but there are other retailers.
Here are some of the (rare) RPGs you can get in the spooky Lulu Halloween sale
Gamers know the print-on-demand services of sites like DMsGuild and DriveThruRPG. Lulu is an alternative and one favourited by designers looking for a Roll20/OneBookShelf alternative.
This Halloween project shadow monsters onto your walls
Meta’s ad algorithm hooked me up with an interesting collection of metal sculptures that used tealights to shine with an eerie light or cast shadows.
Skull: Marvel authorises more merch with the Punisher’s controversial skull design
Was I surprised to see Marvel had signed off on a merch deal that includes The Punisher’s Skull symbol?
It’s time for a zombie defeating chainsaw in your life?
The chainsaw is designed to look like it’s been used in combat, with fake blood splatter. It’s a full-size, wearable replica with sound effects.
Zavvi’s birthday weekend has discounts and dramatic British nostalgia on offer
Virgin Megastores became Zavvi. This weekend is the new brand’s birthday.
This Xenomorph Snail is out of this world
In the original movies, Xenomorphs instil fear through their deeply unsettling design, a biomechanical fusion by H.R. Giger that evokes both fascination and revulsion.
EMP D&D merch: How many dice do you need? Yes
The deal also includes some figures, mugs (including thermals), hats, beer mugs, and a mimic dice chest. However, it’s mainly t-shirts.
Big Heckin’ Two-Day Prime Day: Anyone but Amazon!
Life isn’t all about Amazon. Support your friendly local games or comic book store when you can. For now, though, this megathread is about anyone else who is not Amazon.
