Thing

Let’s talk about why you should go see “Fantastic Four: First Steps” (spoiler-free)

It was a quiet moment. Reed was shaving, Ben was taking a bubble bath, and a soot covered Johnny Storm barged in, asking what the heck they were doing?! Were they giving up? This was in the middle of Fantastic Four issue #49, “If This Be Doomsday”. The middle issue of The Galactus Trilogy, aContinue reading “Let’s talk about why you should go see “Fantastic Four: First Steps” (spoiler-free)”

Different Artists, Same Thing

To close out the gala event that’s been the ALL THING WEEKEND, I’d like to end with a nod to some of the different artists over the years who’ve drawn or sculpted the character. Every artist has his or her own visual take on the character. Here are a few of my favorites… Here’s aContinue reading “Different Artists, Same Thing”

More Thing weekend, more Thing pieces from The Collection!

Today, we feature some of the wonkier bits and pieces from the Thing collection. Some, you may have seen before but frankly, who can keep track… First, this trio from different countries — the front and right figure were, I think, from fast food giveaways, possibly from other countries— I currently have one on theContinue reading “More Thing weekend, more Thing pieces from The Collection!”

“And They Shall Call him…Champion”

Many of you know my admiration for the character of Benjamin Grimm. I’ve got a 155 piece collection of Thing figures, dolls, statues and various items. Yes, I am fond of this character. Why exactly do I and so many others live this guy? If you search YouTube, you’ll find that fans of the ThingContinue reading ““And They Shall Call him…Champion””