We here at Nerdbastards are always up for an Optimus Prime story. And this one is a sure crowd pleaser. First let me introduce Robosteel, a company based in Ireland that specializes in making handmade, steel sculptures related to movie-memorabilia, collectibles, sci-fi and fantasy. All of their sculptures and hand welded and each one is unique since many different, recycled parts are used to make each one. The sculptures are made out of, and are not limited to, televisions, cars, motorbikes, airplanes, boats and dishwashers. They are all built to last since they are layered with lacquer, and this way can be left outside of the home if they don’t fit.  So now that you have some background info, let me introduce this little gem Robosteel put together, Optimus Prime.

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With all the awesome toys being announced at NY Toy Fair (we’ll be putting together a best of list this weekend) 2010 is geared up to be one awesome year for action figure enthusists. Case in point. We’re finally getting action figures of Adult Swims The Venture Bros ( it’s about goddamn time). However, this is yet another year where toy companies have failed to announce some of nerd pop cultures most wanted toys. In recent years us nerds have been privileged to buy just about every character , in action figure form, from every nerd medium. Its been great but there are some no brainer toys that should have been made by now. A few months ago we compiled a list of the most wanted non-existing action figures. Sadly not one of these most wanted toys were announced at this years NY Toy Fair. We’ve decided to re-post this list as a request to the toy companies (you know who you are) to get on the ball and deliver these toys in 2011

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For those of you with a million little figurines, action figures, stuffed toys and bobbleheads cluttering every surface of your office or cubicle, its time to upgrade. Clear off some room by displaying your nerd power in the form of this amazing Han Solo in Carbonite desk. No more knick-knacks and bric-a-brac to dust just to prove how loyal you are to Sci-fi. This desk says it all.

The desk appeared on the internet about a year ago and has made a recent resurgence in popularity but custom maker Tom Spina Designs, doesn’t stop at desks. They’ll custom make your wildest dreams into collectors pieces like these:

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Dammit! Just when I thought I would never have to step into another Build-A-Bear again they had to go and do this. RebelScum reports that there are now 5 collectible Star Wars designs for your furry companions. Including Anakin Skywalker and Captain Rex from The Clone Wars, Darth Vader from the films, a generic Jedi Champ, and a scruffy puppy dressed in Star Wars pajamas. As much as I hate this store, I may just have to go in and get myself a Darth Teddy, he is pretty dam cute. I will not, though, be subjected to that whole, sing, dance, make a wish crap they make you do. Well, if the girl stuffing my Teddy (hehe) is cute I might have to make an exception with this too.

( No offense to the handicapped but who wants to play with a toy of a guy in a wheelchair?)

Mattel’s line of Avatar toys is now available for preorder, and the descriptions on the packaging tell us a great deal more about the Na’Vi, the RDA forces, and the creatures that inhabit Pandora.  Now, I’m as excited for AVATAR as the next guy but if these figures are a sign of things to come then this movie is going to be an EPIC FAIL.

source io9 via toysrus

Click after the jump for more photos and character bios.

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Actually as a fellow obsessive collector, someone who is prepared to invest more time, money and pain I can’t judge this guy. Hell I really admire him. Sure all his cool swag probably isn’t gold with the ladies but when you got a pad like this who cares? I also appreciate that this guy (whoever he is) isn’t afraid to display his treasure out of their original packaging. Perhaps when you’re as rich as he is collector value ceases to hold any meaning but this is how shit should be displayed.

 Click after the jump for more photos of this mini museum.

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You probably won’t see this Star Wars Playset on toy shelves anytime soon as its a bit inappropriate for children but Hasbro is certainly going to try and make it happen. They featured this little gem at San Diego Comic Con with a sign next to it asking if fans wanted to see this toy made. In my opinion, good god YES!!. Who wouldn’t want a Vader on the Barbie?

toplessrobot via rebelscum

NECA’s Cult Classics proudly debuts this 6″ figure of the next in line for the Skeksis throne and the baddest of the Dark Crystal baddies, skekSil

Personally, the Skeksis from Jim Hensons “The Dark Crystal” always freaked me out. In fact this movie terrified me when I wasa kid and couldn’t watch the flick in its entirety until I was in my late teens. Glad I overcame my fear cause The Dark Crystal is an awesome movie full of imagination and wonder. Though the Skeksis still give me the heeby geebies I’d be proud to display a smaller, plastic version on my shelf in honor of Jim Henson.

Our friends over at toynewsi have compiled a check list of all the exclusives that will be offered at the 2009 San Diego Comic-Con (July 22-26)