GazeWorthy: I’m Ready For My Close Up

SO! Today was a huge day for Deadpool fans, because they got their first glimpse of what Ryan Reynolds will look like in the suit. I am super hyped for this, and in grand fashion Ryan posted it to his Twitter account. https://twitter.com/VancityReynolds/status/581485601674792960 This man is freaking HILARIOUS! If this tweet isn't an indication that … Continue reading GazeWorthy: I’m Ready For My Close Up

Suit Up: Casual Cosplay is going Mainstream

Hey fashionerds and fashionerdetts, Five Four Club has created some buzz with their new collection of Marvel designer pieces. I've told you lovelies time and time again, more and more people are wanting to express their love for comics on a daily basis.  Which is where we come into the world of Casual Cosplay.  It's … Continue reading Suit Up: Casual Cosplay is going Mainstream

Casual Cosplay: Put Some Spring in Your Step

Howdy guys, DyedBelle coming back at you with another weekly dose of Casual Cosplay. I don’t know about you but I’ve been excited about the Luke Cage talk for Netflix. We haven’t had any teaser trailers yet but that can’t stop my mind from wandering. If you need any back up info on the bad … Continue reading Casual Cosplay: Put Some Spring in Your Step

The Binge: Binge With A Bang

Welcome back to The Binge! I took my leave from Winter and I needed some anime in my life. I was scrolling through my CrunchyRoll and looking for something to catch my eye and I came across "BTOOOM!" The name was the first thing that caught me, but after I read the description I had … Continue reading The Binge: Binge With A Bang

Comic Shop On The Block: New Comic Book Day 03/25/15

What is going on guys? I know that we have some great issues coming out today. A few I'm personally excited for. So here is the drop for this week... SOURCE: Comixology   Darth Vader #3 Batman and Robin #40 The Walking Dead #139 The Amazing X-men #18 Red Sonja #15 (Digital Exclusive) The Multiverse: Ultra … Continue reading Comic Shop On The Block: New Comic Book Day 03/25/15

Suit Up!: Fingers crossed! Spring 2015 Fashion Forecast

Hey all you fashionerds and fashionerdetts, Dyedbelle coming at you for what to wear for geeky hotness as the temperature rises. It’s spring but don’t put away all your layers yet, there’s still a little winter chill around these parts. Color hues are slowly starting to brighten up. Personally, I love to wear my standard … Continue reading Suit Up!: Fingers crossed! Spring 2015 Fashion Forecast

Happy Pi Day!

So, firstly I want to thank the geeky gods that have brought us together on this one of most awesomest (that's a word now I think) days. If you do not know what I speak of, we may have to get your geek/nerd card revoked or renewed. But March 14th has always been a particularly … Continue reading Happy Pi Day!

Casual Cosplay: DC’s Big Cats

Now don't get me wrong, DisneyBound has the section on lock for Disney characters.  However, the way I see it there are more things that I'd like to cosplay casually besides Tiana. Why not comic, anime, or game characters? The whole point of #casualcosplay is for us lovers who want to inject a little homage … Continue reading Casual Cosplay: DC’s Big Cats

The Verse X Suit Up: Ripping Up The Runway

Well it's crazy to say but Ben stiller and Owen Wilson are at it again, they are bringing back Zoolander and Stiller and Wilson have reprised their roles of Derek Zoolander and Hansel one more time at the latest Valentino Fashion show. It looked as if they had a blast, I hate that these characters … Continue reading The Verse X Suit Up: Ripping Up The Runway

The Playlist: #HipHopIsHipHop

The Philosopher of Hip Hop has done it again and this time he has brought friends from around the world. KRS-One has always been a classic rapper and timeless in his own right; one of the few founding forces of conscious rap left. With all of the debate with who owns hip hop and rap … Continue reading The Playlist: #HipHopIsHipHop

GazeWorthy: We Will, We Will, Rock You!

So we were able to get a look at the new San Andreas trailer yesterday, and no it's not Grand Theft Auto. This is the movie starring The Rock and an A-list cast put together for another end of the world blockbuster. I for one have my reserves about it, it's basically a remake of … Continue reading GazeWorthy: We Will, We Will, Rock You!

Anime Day Jax 2015

Hey guys! This weekend your Friendly Neighborhood Nerd, The Bobbo, went on a day out and I am starting off my Con hopping. So I had the pleasure of going to Anime Day Jacksonville this weekend. Anime Day is a one day, that's right I said ONE DAY, anime convention and Marketplace. So you have … Continue reading Anime Day Jax 2015

Block Mangafesto: One Punch-Man Gets Anime Push

So the last issue of  Shueisha’s Young Jump magazine gave one the best surprises of the month: The most epic and highly anticipated adaptation of the manga, One Punch-Man, was given the green light!   I know you can't really read it but there was also an announcement from the creator, Yuusuke Murata, over Twitter that … Continue reading Block Mangafesto: One Punch-Man Gets Anime Push

Cosplayers of Color: No Strings on Me

Welcome back to today's episode of... wait sorry, wrong cue card. *ahem* Hello readers! Continuing our Cosplayers of Colors series, we bring you Dar the Puppet Master! If you find yourselves compelled to read, we have absolutely no idea what might be the cause... *hides chakra strings* Bobbo: What's going on Dar... Thanks for doing … Continue reading Cosplayers of Color: No Strings on Me

The Verse: KA ME HA ME…HUH?

Get ready for another battle to shake the heavens!  That's right, a new Dragonball Z movie is slated for later next month. That means more yelling, more carnage, and more kamehameha's than ever as Goku and his gang face off against another threat to the Earth. Written and designed by Akira Toriyama, the mastermind behind the entire Dragonball universe (no not GT), we can expect … Continue reading The Verse: KA ME HA ME…HUH?

The Playlist: The Emcee Doesn’t Fall Too Far From The Beat

I was just put on to this sick track from out of all people who you would expect, Jaden Smith. Producer Ta-Ku and Smith got together and just made magic. Honestly I know his musical lineage but I never knew he could go this hard. He's done things before and he's had cameos on track, … Continue reading The Playlist: The Emcee Doesn’t Fall Too Far From The Beat

GamerTag: Another Week On The Job

Just when you thought it was safe to go back to sleep without that weird feeling something is watching you, what only me? Oh... Okay, but we just got released the latest teaser for Five Night's at Freddy's 3. This was already slated in the series and was not a shock,  but the time frame … Continue reading GamerTag: Another Week On The Job

The Verse: *First Looks* The Kingpin of Crime

Netflix's Daredevil has been picking up speed and giving us what we expect out of the Hell's Kitchen Universe. Today we get our first looks at the man, the myth, the crime boss himself, Wilson Fisk better known simply as Kingpin. Vincent D'Onofrio who you may know from Law & Order gives this villain life. … Continue reading The Verse: *First Looks* The Kingpin of Crime

IRL: The Goddess Retains Her Throne

This weekend was UFC #184 and the main event was the women's champ Rhonda Rousey vs Cat Zingano and let me tell you, it was a fight to remember. The fight will not e remembered for its blow for blow exchanges between Rousey and Zingano, but the quickness for which it ended. Rousey was victorious … Continue reading IRL: The Goddess Retains Her Throne

Remembering A Legend: Leonard Nimoy Passes at Age 83

Yesterday we here on The Block received the news of the passing of one of the greats. Richard Nimoy died at the age of 83 on February 27,2015. We here all send out condolences and grievance to his family and loved ones. He left behind a legacy that surpassed his wildest dreams. He was best … Continue reading Remembering A Legend: Leonard Nimoy Passes at Age 83