Toy Line of the Year:
Marvel Select wins this hands down by delivering some truly great pieces this year. I wish I could have bought all of their releases this year, because they have truly come a long way.
Best Comic Series of the Year:
DC Comics:
Adventures of Superman. Yes it is a digital first series but that doesn't stop it from being my favorite Superman book on the stands. It's classic Superman in his red underoos with the boy scout mentality. Every issue consists of 3 digital first issues and is either one complete story or three short stories. I have yet to be disappointed by an issue and I cannot recommend it enough.
Honorable mentions: Batman, Superman/Wonder Woman
Best Single Issue:
Adventures of Superman #4. This issue is made up of 3 stories, the first is pretty good but its the other two that I really like. The second is about two ordinary guys in a diner arguing about Superman being real (judging by Supes' costume this is back when he first appeared) and of course a giant battle ends near the diner. There's more to it but it's just a great little story so I wont spoil. The third and final short in the issue is called "Savior" and is just amazing. If I remember correctly its told from Ma Kent's perspective and is her describing her son and what he does and it has a great ending.
Marvel Comics:
Thor: God of Thunder. I love Thor, but not all of his comics have been great, at least not to me. I loved his run back in 2007 when JMS brought him back but after JMS left I kind of fell off the title. Then came this series. This is just pure entertainment. The characters are written perfectly, and the adventures are astounding, the first arc alone was 11 issues long. It was a true epic. If you haven't checked out this title, I highly recommend it.
Honorable mentions: Superior Spider-Man
Best Single Issue:
Thor: God of Thunder #12. This issue sees Thor's return to Earth after the 11 issue epic with Gorr The Godbutcher, and it was fantastic. Funny, heartwarming, and an overall joy to read.
Best Mini-Series/Crossover:
Trinity War. An event with a slow begging but one balls to the wall finale that set up for the massive Forever Evil event. No spoilers as it is still relatively fresh for some readers. Now that is how a mini-series/event is done!
Best TV show:
With Big Bang Theory being hit or miss lately, I have to give it to Walking Dead. They have really kicked it into high gear this season and ended the midseason with an unforgettable finale.
Best Comic Book Movie:
I swear I'm not being biased here. Iron Man 3 just didn't do it for me, and The Wolverine was pretty damn good, but Man of Steel gave me the action I've always wanted to see in a Superman movie, and a pretty good story to go along with it, not to mention one of my favorite ending sequences.
Video Game of the Year:
Batman: Arkham Origins. Despite the numerous glitches before the release of the software update, this was the most enjoyable Batman game I have ever played. Now that the glitches and bugs have all been fixed, this is the best time to get it. An amazing game with an astounding collector's edition. The characters are expertly handled and the script and dialogue are some of the best I've seen from a game. An example you ask? Check out one of my favorite sequences below, the dialogue is just unbelievably well written. Mild spoilers for those of you planning on getting the game.
Best Exclusive:
Marvel Select Disney Store Exclusive Winter Soldier. I have been in love with this figure since I got, it's a Marvel to look at and worthy of any Marvelites display.
Now, for the big one, my top 10 figures of 2013. Now just like last year, these figures had to be released in 2013 for them to count. So with that said, let's begin!
Top 10 figures of 2013:
10.) Marvel Select Thor: The Dark World Thor figure
This figure was the only Marvel Legends/Select scale Thor we were getting and it delivered. It's a great figure and is definitely worth a pick up.
9.) Marvel Select Iron Man 3 Mark 42 Iron Man
This figure trumps the Marvel Legends version for me due to his Hall of Armor base, interchangeable heads, and interchangeable hands. He has all of the articulation of the Marvel Legends save for an extra hinge at the elbows. For the price, you get a lot. He may not be the best looking armor on screen, but this toy version won me over.
8.) Marvel Select The Wolverine figure
I know, three Marvel Select's in a row. There's a reason they won Line of the Year. This Wolverine has a near perfect likeness to Hugh Jackman, has three heads, three sets of hands, a samurai blade, and is loaded with articulation. Go get yourself one, bub.
7.) Marvel Select Venom figure
I mean just look at that thing! An insane sculpt with three sets of hands, three heads, an extra back assembly and mini arms for the price of a standard Marvel Select figure? Come on, it's a no brainer. This Venom is my definitive Venom, if only it was easier to decide which head and hands to pose him with...
6.) Play Arts Kai The Dark Knight Trilogy Collection The Joker
Why so awesome? This figure is one of the best toy incarnations (not counting Hot Toys) of the Joker from The Dark Knight to date. He has insane articulation and great accessories and he looks freaky as hell. Definitely an awesome piece for any collection.
5.) NECA 1/4 Man of Steel Superman
Despite a lot of hate from collector's in regards to his ankles and stability, this guy is a beauty to look at. There is a likeness to Henry Cavill, not Hot Toys level but it is there, he has great poseability for his scale, and his fabric cape is beautiful. If you can't afford Hot Toys like me, this is the best option.
4.) Marvel Select Disney Store Exclusive Winter Soldier
Come on....are any of you surprised?
3.) Star Wars: The Black Series 6" Darth Maul
Finally a 6" Star Wars line, and right off the bat we get this amazing figure. Beautiful sculpt and paint, amazing articulation and awesome accessories combine to deliver one hell of a figure.
2.) Transformers Generations Voyager Class Springer
I actually just got him yesterday after searching since May and he is a beauty. One of the first Autobot triple changers, he has a robot mode, armored car mode, and helicopter mode. And he has a sword. How can you not love this guy?
1.)DC Collectibles Arkham Origins Batman figure
This guy is one of the best DC Collectibles purchases I have ever made, and even with no accessories, he has become my definitive Batman. Nuff' said.
Honorable mentions:
The Walking Dead The Governor figure, Play Arts Kai General Zod.
And with that, the year of 2013 has come to an end. We have a new year to look forward to. A year with a new Captain America film, Guardians of the Galaxy, and of course, new comics and figures. Keep collecting guys, see you in 2014!
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