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Learn the driving force behind the Geek Fuel brand.
2 Box Office Geek out We list our most discussed box office juggernauts for 2014-15.
3 Gamer Geek out We roll out our picks for the hottest games to be released for 2014-15.
Designer 6 Clutter Toy Awards
All things designer vinyl were on display in New York and we’ve got five of the best in show for you.
8 Behind the Design
We take time to reveal the in-house design rebels behind the Geek Fuel Kickstarter and branding.
10 The Heart of Valiant
We turn back the cover of one of the latest mega series from comic giant Valiant Entertainment.
Dragon: Playing 4 Albino 14 Ultimate Geek Gift Guide with a Stacked Deck Geek Fuel takes a fresh look at one of our fellow Kickstarters and their epic playing card decks.
THE HEART OF
Handpicked by the Geek Fuel staff, we present our list of the top Geek gift ideas.
20 Kickstarter Shout Out The team takes a second to thank all those that embrace Geek culture and supported us on Kickstarter.
A LOOK INSIDE AN EPIC COMIC EVENT
THE HEART OF
Successfully We are overwhelmed with the amount of support we have received from backers, fans, friends, family, and all the creative and talented people in the Geek community. Through your efforts and contributions, you have made it possible to launch the revolution against stale mail and propel Geek Fuel into a reality! Each and every month we vow to entertain and surprise you with amazing gear, toys, collectables and exclusives.
A LOOK INSIDE AN EPIC COMIC EVENT Thank you all!
- The Geek Fuel Team A Special Thanks to: Paul, Rose, Jon, Alex, Kate, Riley, Shiv, Margaret, Abbey, Erik, Russ, JPL, Lydia, Charlie, Emily, Chris, TW, Ian, Loki, Rich, Stephanie, Matt, Chris-Rachael, Mike, David, Jess, Aaron, Alina, Sarah, Rachel and Lucky James.
Our Mission We have assembled an extraordinary team of creative individuals on a monumental quest to unearth the absolute freshest products from movies, television, comics, gaming, and pop culture. Each Geek Fuel boxes will include some of the most recognized brands in entertainment as well as up and coming artists that want a fun and unique way to introduce their quality products to a passionate audience. In addition, we will produce and manufacture our own Geek gear, which includes limited edition items exclusive to Geek Fuel. Month after month you will embark on an all-new adventure of discovery with colossal surprises, legendary toys and games, a custom t-shirt, digital downloads and exclusive collectables. Thank you for joining us!
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One of our biggest geek out moments has to be when it comes to talking about the lastest box office and Game chatter. Our staff’s most anticipated and watched list for 2014-15.
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11.Ant-Man//July 17th, 2015
1.Batman Vs Superman: Dawn of Justice//March 25th, 2016
6.Song of the Sea// September 6t, 2014
12.Extraterrestrial// Oct. 17th,2014
2.The Avengers: Age of Ultron// May 1st, 2015
7.Interstellar// November 7th, 2014
13.Star Wars: Episode VII// December 18th, 2015
3.V.H.S: Viral//October 23rd,2014
8.The Hunger Games: Mockingjay-Part 1//Nov 21st
14.Terminator Genesis// July 1st, 2015
9.Why Don’t You Play In Hell//November 7th
15.Dumb and Dumber To// November 14th,2014
10.Babadook//December 28th
16.Birdman//October 17th,2014
4.Jurassic World//June 12th, 2015 5.The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies//December 17th,2014
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1.Mighty No 9//Apr 1st//3DS, PS4,PSVita,Wii U,Xbox 360, PC, Mac 2.Xenoblade Chronicles X// 2015//Wii U 3.Dragon Age Inquisition// Nov. 18th//PS4,Xbox One,PS3, Xbox 360,PC 4.Persona 5//2015//PS3,PS4 5.HALO 5: Guardians// Fall 2015//Xbox One
6.Ori and the Blind Forest// TBA//Xbox One
11.The Legend of Zelda Wii U// Fall 2015//Wii U
7.Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain//TBA//Xbox One
12. Evolve//Feb. 10th, 2015//Xbox One,PS4,PC
8.Below //TBA//Xbox One,PC
13.Rainbow Six: Siege//2015// Xbox One,PS4,PC
9.Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate //2015//3DS 10.No Man's Sky//2015//PC,PS4
14.Captain Toad Treasure Tracker//Dec. 5//Wii U 15.Final Fantasy XV//2015// PS4,Xbox One
Playing with a Stacked Deck An Inside Look at:
Albino Dragon epitomizes the fusion of art and game play. Through original designs, this tabletop game publisher consistently keeps the gamer in mind in order to ensure quality products. Albino Dragon’s model has proven successful as the company has released over 160 products to date through the well-known crowd-funding site, Kickstarter. Specializing in custom playing cards, Albino Dragon brings both pop culture and original characters into a unique medium where imagery and artistic ingenuity reign. With officially licensed releases from The Wizard of Oz to The Princess Bride as well as custom playing cards and decks featuring exclusive artwork, look for more releases in 2015 and an expansion of available products beyond the traditional deck format.
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Based on the popular movie from 1985, this elaborate deck is completely customized with unique art and manufactured by USPCC. Available in two formats - Unlimited and Limited - each deck depicts your favorite scenes and characters from the hit film The Goonies. Visit AlbinoDragon.com to pick one up today. Goonies Never Say Die!
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The 4th Annual Designer Toy Awards The quality of being cleverly inventive or resourceful has transcended through traditional mediums and can be found in non-traditional products – including toys. Designer toys have been a growing form of expression and creative outlet for artists. The Designer Toy Awards celebrate the community of artists that are at the forefront of this trendsetting industry. The 2014 award ceremony recognized the best of the industry’s artists, designers and brands, as well as honored those involved in championing Designer Toys throughout the world. With over 700 entries placed for consideration, the Designer Toy Award's Nomination Committee — comprised of over two dozen industry professionals — were tasked with selecting six nominees for each category. We want to congratulate the 2014 Designer Toy Award winners and encourage everyone to support the artists and brands that have dedicated their time to a pursuit of designer excellence.
TOY OF THE YEAR The Passage
By: COARSE Toys
The glow-in-the-dark figure set includes three characters – Ruth, Void, and Omen – as they paddle in a rowboat across a black sea, lit only by their illuminated features. The boat also includes smaller Coarse cubes inside, and measures 16” x 8.5” x 11”. www.coarsetoys.com
CUSTOM OF THE YEAR Wood Pandalope
By: Amanda Visell
This custom 10-inch vinyl Labbit is hand painted and the stems are real bamboo! You can view Amanda’s custom, original artwork and most recent collaborations on her website. www.amandavisell.com
ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Jason Freeny
Spending most of the 90's traveling the globe as a muralist and theatrical designer, Jason joined MTV's Special Events department in 1997 as a freelance designer. Jason helped design and create stage sets, props, and custom artwork for MTV Networks live events and trade productions worldwide. Jason's most recognizable contributions were his custom trophies created for MTV's "Rock-n-Jock" series and "TRL Awards" televised events. www.moistproduction.com
BREAK THROUGH ARTIST By: Aaron Moreno Aaron Moreno established his brand ‘Retroband‘ for one reason – to make the toys he wished he had when growing up. An example of artistic DIY fandom that would be close to many a pop culturalist’s heart. What sets Aaron and ‘Retroband’ apart from other players in the scene is perfect execution in all aspects: figure design, figure creation, artwork, card-backs, and packaging. This commitment to perfection has caught the eyes of fans worldwide, leading to ‘Retroband’ figures selling out within a day or two of release. www.retroband.bigcartel.com
BRAND OF THE YEAR Founded in 2001 as a magazine devoted to the obsessive-compulsive world of Japanese toy collecting, Super7 embarked on a mission to become the premiere outlet for information and reference for the obscure oddities of the toy universe. The success of the magazine immediately led to Super7 collaborating with Japanese toy manufacturers to create exclusive toys and various special editions, evolving over time to Super7 designing and manufacturing its own collectible toys. Super7’s philosophy is to make products that the founders would want, resulting in Super7’s products being recognized by fans as original, unique, and most of all genuine. www. super7store.com
REBELS REVEALED ALEX MALDONADO Race:
Technosapien.
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Cyberkinesis.
Background:
Time - based media, Layout, Typography.
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Technology, both analog and digital.
Geek Speek:
Bilingual in Marvel/DC, fluent in Star Wars.
Super Power:
Manipulation of all Machines.
Motto:
“Everyone needs a hobby, may as well get paid for yours.”
Conceptual Vision Time Based Media Attention origins: “Shortly after being introduced to the Uncanny XMen, as a means to help overcome dyslexia, I began to fill my school books with my own versions of various characters. Over time this love for illustration and storyline development transformed into a passion for what I later learned to be design. This is why when Chaz Gray, the physical embodiment of Prof. X and co-founder of Geek Fuel, came calling with a chance to marry both of my passions, I dove right in and haven't looked back.” -Alex M.
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TEAM OF TWO We have assembled a team of two super human designers, on a mission to enrich the geek community through creative design concepts, original artwork, and custom product design. From the Geek Guide and web design, to upcoming exclusive products and artwork, our design team will continue to produce high quality, original artwork to share with our community of geek enthusiasts.
JON LASER Race:
Draftsapien.
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Energy Sourcing.
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Still - based media, Illustration, Web, Layout. Wacom Tablet, Graphite, “Lasers”
Weapon: Geek Speek:
RPG, fluent in Sci-fi and Zombie.
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Ink Manipulation.
Motto:
“Always Choose Cake.”
Perspective Still Based Media Speling origins: “Star Wars on the Betamax was the gateway to my Geekdome. At age six, I was already hooked. The pencil was my weapon of choice as I began to draw my favorite characters, illustration quickly became a lifestyle. As an adult, not much has changed. My passion for illustration and design have led me down my current path, where I met Chaz Gray, Obi Wan Kenobi and Co-Founder of Geek Fuel. Thanks to Chaz and the entire team at Geek Fuel, I am able to master my craft for the greater good of the Force. ” -Jon L.
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A LOOK INSIDE AN EPIC COMIC EVENT
We are proud to present a first look inside THE VALIANT #1–the FIRST ISSUE of a new four-part mega series format beginning in December 2014 from New York Times best-selling writers Jeff Lemire (Green Arrow, Animal Man) Matt Kindt (RAI, UNITY, Mind MGMT), and Eisner Award-winning artist Paolo Rivera (Daredevil). A battle ten millennia in the making is about to begin with the Eternal Warrior, yet again taking up the charge of protecting Earth against great peril and a quite familar foe. A master of countless weapons and long forgotten martial arts, he is guided by the Geomancers – those who speak for the Earth. During his long watch, the Eternal Warrior has failed three times. Each time, a Geomancer was killed…and a new dark age for humanity began. Each time, he was unable to stop The Immortal Enemy, a monstrous force of nature. This civilization killer has lead waste to countless numbers of people over the course of time. A horror that appears differently each time it arrives…and whose seemingly only purpose is to bring disorder and darkness to the world. Now, the time has come for The Immortal Enemy to return once more. But, this time, the Eternal Warrior will be ready.
This time, he has a force greater than any single warrior. This time, he has…THE VALIANT. The entirely self-contained, reader friendly comic event spotlights a redesigned format, which is easier for newer Valiant fans to fall in love with. And what a smorgasbord they will have to choose from between the folds of this mamoth installment. We can’t wait to add all four issues of this mega series to our already overflowing Valiant collection. If you haven’t taken the time to get to know the Valiant canon this will definitely be the comic that gets you hooked.
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Ghostbusters Bicycle Playing Cards Albino Dragon
Officially licensed custom playing cards are the perfect way to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Ghostbusters. www.albinodragon.com
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Melty Misfits Series 2 Trading Cards Buff Monster
Buff Monster’s loveable Melty Misfits are back in this homage to the original Garbage Pail Kids. www.buffmonster.com
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Dissected Gingerbread Man Jason Freeny
An original art piece sculpted by Clutter Magazine Artist of the Year (Fan Choice), Jason Freeny. www.mighty jaxx.com
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Hoverboard
Hendo Hoverboard
The world's first electromagnetic hoverboard by Los Angeles based Hendo Hoverboard. www.hendohover.com
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Atomic Coffee Boca Java
A super-charged coffee experience with 50% more caffeine and three explosive flavors. www.bocajava.com/atomic
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Halo UNSC Quad Walker
Mega Bloks
Build your own Halo UNSC Quad Walker. www.megabloks.com
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Illustrated Geek Cookbook Kitchen Overlords
Kitchen Overlord's Illustrated Geek Cookbook is a lavishly illustrated, easy-to-use cookbook representing over 120 years of geek culture. www.kitchenoverlord.com
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Doctor Who TARDIS Teapot Think Geek
Is your teatime a little dull? Don't you wish you could be sipping tea aboard the TARDIS? www.thinkgeek.com
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R2-D2 Fit and Flare Dress Think Geek
The R2D2 dress from Think Geek is the ultimate way to add a little droid to your wardrobe. Beep beep, droid girl coming through! www.thinkgeek.com
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Yoga Joes Dan Abramson
Available for pre-order, a set of nine unique Yoga Joes. Drop and gimmie 20 dogs, downward facing. www.brogamats.com
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Game Boy Mug SandstormForever
Video games and caffeine, now your two favorite addictions can collide in one cataclysmic and devastating explosion. www.etsy.com
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Neumond Classics: Superhits of the 1960’s LP Pressed on 140g red vinyl, this LP contains nine tracks, and each album is individually numbered (out of an edition of 500) in a tongue in cheek nod to the influential music of Wolfenstein. www.store.bethsoft.com
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Fox Lip Balm Orange NPW Gifts
Gear up for the winter with a vairiety of different flavors of lip balm. Squirrel some away in your handbag. www.npwgifts.com
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Star Trek USB Communicator Dream Cheeky
Officially licensed Star Trek collectable built-in microphone and earphone, works with Skype, MSN, AIM, iChat, Star Trek chirp sounds when opened. www.dreamcheeky.com
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Video Game Poster Steph Caskenette
Re-live the epic battle with Mother Brain and other iconic video game moments with these paper-college inspired posters. www.stephcaskenette.com
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Color Club速 Magnetic Nail Polish Color Club速
Stunning nails, thanks to the power of physics, is sure to attract attention. Hover a magnet over your nail to separate the black particles & color, whitch creates a cool design. www.folica.com
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Reversible Chewbacca Jacket Coat Marc Ecko
Awesome new reversible jacket inspired by Chewbacca,. Stay warm and www.shopecko.com
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