Events: Pinoy DC Comics artists signing at Filbar's UP Town Center

Meet and greet the Filipino art team behind DC Comics’ new Deathstroke series, penciller Carlo Pagulayan and inker Michael Jason Paz on Aug. 13, Saturday, 1-5 pm at Filbar’s U.P. Town Center.

Pagulayan and Paz are tasked to bring in dynamic interior pages for the infamous mercenary Deathstroke, a classic comic book character that has also appeared in the kid-friendly animated adaptation of “Teen Titans” and the action-packed CW TV series, “Arrow.”

Alongside writer Christopher Priest, Pagulayan and Paz will re-introduce the character inDeathstroke: Rebirth one-shot and a new Deathstroke #1 following two weeks later. The twice-monthly Deathstroke series is part of the DC Rebirth initiative, intended to bring DC Comics' heroes and villains back to their core concepts.

The artists will sign copies of Deathstroke: Rebirth one-shot which also features cover art by ACO and Stephen Platt. Fans can reserve copies ahead at www.filbars.com.ph/comics before Tuesday noon cut-off. 

Here is the official synopsis of Deathstroke: Rebirth:

“A thousand enemies, a thousand kills-Deathstroke is the world's greatest assassin. Stalked by an unseen foe, Slade Wilson is confronted by his own troubled past and challenged to reinvent himself before he loses everything and everyone in his life. Can Deathstroke be redeemed? Or will his addiction to violence destroy him?”

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Events: Filbar’s Free Comic Book Day celebrates release of “X-Men: Apocalypse”

Filbar’s, the country’s longest running pop culture store is holding Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) with an X-citing twist on Saturday, May 7 in SM Megamall. The geeks' hub is celebrating the release of “X-Men: Apocalypse” set to hit Philippine cinemas this month.

“At Filbar’s, we always want to do things comic-con style to bring fans of comics, movies and TV together. Much like when the X-Men animated series in the 90s was a starting point for people then to pick up a comic book, we see that the release of “X-Men: Apocalypse” as a latent mutant power that can ignite interest in reading comics,” said Jacob Cabochan, Filbar’s president.

Aside from two comics visitors will be getting for free, Filbar’s, with support from 20th Century Fox Philippines, will give away “X-Men: Apocalypse” posters to its first 100 customers. The poster puts Apocalypse looming high above the X-Men and his Four Horsemen, ready to bend the world to his will.

Filbar’s FCBD attendees will also enjoy discounts up to 20% on X-Men trade paperbacks and graphic novels. A set of three X-Men Funko Pop! Vinyl Figures can be bought for P1000 during FCBD.

Customers will also be saved from spending hours in long lines, thanks to the Filbar’s Flashpass, a virtual queuing system that allows their customers to reserve a time window at which they must return to Filbar’s to pick up their freebies.

“While you wait for your time window, you are free to roam the mall, watch a movie, or even visit another nearby comic store that is also celebrating FCBD. Just make sure to return at the indicated time,” said Ivan Guerrero, chief creative officer of Filbar’s.

Customers with single receipt purchase will also receive a free Filbar's Sketchbook Ashcan with an exclusive artwork from "X-Men: Apocalypse."  It also features works by talented Filipino artists such as Image Comics’ Heubert Khan Michael; Vampirella’s Eman Casallos; Homeycomb Comics’ Elbert Or; art director Renan Ramirez; indie comics artists Rafael Gumboc, Ron Hubbard, Gener Pedriña, Rustico Limosinero, Jomar Bulda and Myk Emmshin; and Saving Sally animator Jether Amar.  

Amar joins Hollowpoint Studios’ Bernce Llamo, Dave Quindoy Lowe Beltran; andPintura creators John Becaro, Chris Barcelona in the FCBD artist alley, where customers can have their favorite X-Men characters drawn on the sketchbook.

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The Filbar’s Flashpass is a virtual queuing system that allows our customers to avoid waiting in long lines for their Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) freebies.

Here’s how it works:

1. Arrive at Filbar’s SM Megamall on May 7, 2016 and pick up a Filbar’s Flashpass at the store entrance. Each Flashpass entitles the bearer to two (2) free FCBD comics. The earlier you arrive, the earlier you will be able to get your freebies.

2. The Flashpass ticket will show the time window at which you must return to Filbar’s to pick up your freebies. Do not lose the ticket, as it also serves as your claiming stub.

3. While you wait for your time window, you are free to roam the mall, watch a movie, or even visit another nearby comic store that is also celebrating FCBD. Just make sure to return at the indicated time.

4. Return to Filbar’s at the indicated time. Don’t be late! Some of the best titles go out-of-stock quickly.

5. Surrender the Flashpass ticket to the Filbar’s staff member and select your two (2) free FCBD comics. While you’re in the store, make sure to check out all our best FCBD deals.

See you all on Saturday, Filbarbarians! 

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Filbar's brings exclusive Toy Collectibles for Asia Pop Comic ConManila 2015

It's not a convention without mouth-watering toy collectibles and Filbar's-the country's one stop shop for all pop-culture needs is sure to bring it's A game to Asia Pop Comic Con Manila 2015 on September 17-20, 2015 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. 

The Hot Toys Booth, powered by Filbar’s or Booth K#19, will delight action figures hobbyists with four Hot Toys 2015 Toy Fair Exclusives—the Iron Man Mark XXIV Tank, Maria Hill, Luke Skywalker (Stormtrooper Disguise Version), and Metal Gear’s Raiden (Inferno Armor Version). Special Edition Hot Toys based on Marvel and Star Wars properties are also available for preorder in limited quantities during the event.

Known for its realistic diecast figures, Hot Toys fittingly found its Philippine distributor, Filbar’s, in showcasing its detailed and high quality products. It previously partnered with Filbar’s for its “Avengers: Age of Ultron” exhibition last May.

Exclusive Filbar’s products available at Asia Pop Comicon Manila 2015 include:

Hot Toys

Iron Man Mark XXIV Tank

Expand your House Party Protocol and add this Iron Man armor to your collection. This Heavy Combat Suit features metallic brown and gold-colored armor, Unibeam and thruster effects accessories, LED light-up functions, a dynamic figure stand, and Mark IX and Mark XXVII (Disco) mini collectible figures that are perfect for recreating the iconic Iron Man 3  poster where the House Party Protocol Suits are flying into action. Php14,000

Maria Hill

A great addition to your Avengers: Age of Ultron collection, this movie-accurate collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Cobie Smulders as Maria Hill in the film featuring a newly developed head sculpt, finely tailored outfit, weapon and accessories. Php 10,500.

Luke Skywalker (Stormtrooper Disguise Version)

Based on Luke Skywalker’s disguise in Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope,  this features a newly painted head sculpt, finely tailored Stormtrooper armor, an interchangeable Stormtrooper helmet with mechanically detailed interior, weapons and accessories, and a figure stand. Php11,000

Metal Gear’s Raiden (Inferno Armor Version)

From “Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance,” this figure comes with a highly detailed head sculpt, specially applied metallic red and gold colored armor, meticulously constructed body, a high-frequency blade, a HF Murasama with sheath, an assault rifle, a newly designed visor with digital pattern, and figure stand. Php14,000

Beast Kingdom

Floating Iron Man Mark III 

Shellhead is a flashy, new updated color variant of Beast Kingdom's Floating Iron Man Mark III featuring red and chrome markings. The statue includes an arc reactor base, with Iron Man floating above it in a flying pose. Php 8,500

Star Wars Egg Attack Action Darth Vader

This six-inch limited edition Beast Kingdom rendition of the iconic villain is constructed with compound materials and painted with expert techniques that perfectly capture the texture of Darth Vader's armor and clothing. It also features a light-up LED lightsaber and life-supporting device on the chest.Php 5,500

Funko

Science Bros 

Set of 2: Iron Man Unmasked and Glow-in-the-Dark Hulk

If you love the friendship between Iron Man and the Hulk on screen then you should grab the Science Bros set. This includes two Filbar’s Philippine Exclusives Iron Man Unmasked and Glow in the Dark Hulk.Php 1,600

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About Filbar’s

Filbar’s, the country’s premier store for pop culture goodness since 1979, carries toys, comics, magazines, and young adult novels from both local and international publishers. Filbar’s is an official Philippine retailer of Hot Toys, Diamond Comic Distributors, Marvel, The Wand Company Ltd., Dark Horse Comics, RubberToe Replicas, Beast Kingdom, Funko, Wizards of the Coast, infoThink, Star Ace and Badali Jewelry.  Under the management of Collecticons, Inc., Filbar’s now operates seven major stores and three magazine stands in malls across Metro Manila.