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Stranger Things Upside Mug
Sara: Mornings are for coffee and contemplation, and you can sip your brew in style with this fantastic Stranger Things mug. With a double-sided design, you can show off your love of this Netflix show at the office, at home, or wherever you imbibe. You can also get the mug in a larger size if you're the kind of person who needs a little extra java to get you through the day.
Price: $12.99 - Available on Etsy
Pokemon Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon
Todd: Pokemon is back! And with the arrival of Pokemon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, the Alola region will never be the same! These two games expand upon the story and land that the original Sun and Moon showed off, but it also features many more Pokemon to catch, new areas to explore, and literally new dimensions to go to! This is the last major 1st party game coming to the 3DS this year, so you should definitely get it (or both) and enjoy it this holiday season!
Price: $39.99 - Available on Amazon
Tokyo Ghoul Illustrations: Zakki
Liz: Don't be put off by this book's modest size. It's perfect for TOKYO GHOUL fans who want to get the inside thoughts of Sui Ishida on the creative process for this series. This book has colorful illustrations accompanied by behind-the-scenes notes and musings from the creator. Gift yourself or a loved one this book of gruesome illustrations without breaking the bank.
Price: $24.99 - Available on Amazon
Exploding Kittens
Liz: Exploding Kittens started out as a successful Kickstarter and has since seen expansion packs and merchandise. I like THE OATMEAL's depictions of cats and dogs in comics, therefore, by default, I need this damn card game and so do you. I have played CARDS AGAINST HUMANITY before but I always get dealt a shitty collection of cards regardless of the size of the deck. I can't imagine getting one bad card if I'm playing Exploding Kittens.Price: $19.99 - Available on Amazon
Monster Musume: Everyday Life With Monster Girls
William: You hear me praising this series to no end on the A-1 podcast. Why do I say it's a show that you need to give a chance to? First, read our review on TheOuterHaven. Second, is because of a myriad of reasons. Yes it is a ecchi, harem series, but what sets this apart from your typical harems is 1) The Monster Girls, 2) The Pacing Of Comedy, 3) The Art style, and 4) Does something new. Okayado-sensei created something that no one else did. Uses monsters of all lores and asked the question, what happens if we can live with them? It's a slice of life that also makes you think of how other species live out their lives. Many can say that this is the series that birthed the Monster Girl craze which now present in the Otaku Manga, and Anime culture. Doesn't matter if you're black, white, scaley, feather or plain huge, you will open your mind and have a laugh with Monster Musume.Price: $39.99 - Available on Amazon
Google Home Mini
Clinton: Technologies are converging at an incredible clip, and Google and Amazon have been at the forefront of home automation. Google's newest home automation assistant, Google Home Mini, is a minimalist option for those who don't like gaudy products in their home. It's a small device which supports Bluetooth 4, however, it does lack a 3.5mm jack, so you won't be able to connect it to a speaker. Outside of that, the Google Home Mini would make a great gift for just about anyone who relies on Google's services, from YouTube or Google Music and more.
Price: $29.99 - Available on Google's Online Store
.hack//G.U. Last Recode
William: The .hack series has been a unique series back since the PS2 generation. This was the original story of what happens when the game affects real life, when people are becoming comatose when playing the online game The World? The sequel to the original 4 games, the G.U series is next part in the story which stars Haseo and his growth a person. While it may not be a deep as it does contain random generated dungeons and gameplay can be repetitive, the story is what will keep you exploring The World and learn about its secrets. Plus with a new epilogue of Volume 4 Reconnection, this is the proper send off and love letter to new and old fans of .hack. It's a unique game that you simply have to experience. Welcome to The World.
Price: $49.99 - Available on Amazon
Quick And Dirty - An Offensively Fun Party Game
Karl: You want a quick and easy card game to play with people while you drink and don't want to break out Cards Against Humanity? Then Quick & Dirty is the card game for you. One question, one letter to start your answer and go from there. Quickest mind wins! Add drinking for more and more insane answers.
Price: $16 - Available on Amazon
Chucky: Complete 7-Movie Collection
Karl: I know Halloween was back in October, but since Christmas invades Halloween, I'm going to suggest something that you'd watch on Halloween for Christmas. The Chucky Complete 7-Movie Collection contains all 3 of the Child's Play movies, the 2 "of Chucky" movies and the 2 more recent and scary additions to the franchise, including the recently released Cult of Chucky. Well worth the money.
Price: $44.96 (Bluray) / $34.96 (DVD) - Available on Amazon
Good Luck, Have Fun: The Rise of eSports
James: This book is required reading for anyone with any kind of interest in esports. Containing a history of the phenomenon and packed with stories behind the big teams, games, and names this book is not only a great introduction to the world of esports, but a great reference for it as well.
Price: $17 - Available on Amazon
Silent Hill - Original Video Game Soundtrack 2XLP
Veronica: Today, you can find just about anything on vinyl, and there have been a growing number of video game soundtracks printed for the very first time. They make for unique collectible items and great gifts! There are different sites selling soundtracks on vinyl, but Mondo does excellent work by teaming up with local artists to create original artwork for releases. I’m partial to their printing of the Silent Hill soundtrack, but they’ve done work for other games and loads of movies. Their records go for about $30, but sometimes releases are limited and they sell out quickly!
Price: $30.00 - Available on Mondotees.com
Your Name Blu-ray & DVD
Joshua: Your Name is only one of the best anime films to come out in quite some time and is, hands down, Makoto Shinkai's best work as a director. While the Limited Edition is no longer available, FUNimation does have the Blu-Ray/DVD Combo pack up for a price that's around $9 cheaper than retail ($34.99). It is one of the very few movies that I've seen multiple times and, trust me, that list is very short. With the holidays coming up, this is an EXCELLENT gift to get that special anime fan in your life!
Price: $19.96 (Blu-ray) / $17.96 (DVD) - Available at Amazon
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