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The main reason to watch the new trailer is that fans finally get to see Taro, a character from the popular anime series, in his powerful, transformed state. The story follows a former assassin who’s trying to live a peaceful life with his family, but he can revert to his former, more formidable self when they’re threatened. Actor Ren Meguro underwent an incredible physical transformation to play both versions of Taro, spending four hours in makeup to create his larger form. The suit he wore for this transformation was incredibly heavy – over three hundred pounds – making it a physically demanding role. You can watch the trailer below.

Unlike shows that require a long-term commitment, many viewers appreciate stories that can be enjoyed in a shorter amount of time. Sometimes, we just want a compelling story with a satisfying conclusion that doesn’t take weeks to unfold. Luckily, Netflix offers a great selection of limited series and shorter seasons that are ideal for watching over a weekend.

A perfect illustration of this is the Friends episode “The One With Ross’s Sandwich” (Season 5, Episode 9). It’s become iconic, largely thanks to Ross’s over-the-top reaction to someone eating his sandwich – the line “MY SANDWICH” is instantly recognizable. The sandwich itself, featuring a gravy-soaked slice of bread he calls the “moist-maker,” has become a cultural touchstone, with many restaurants offering their own version of it as a seasonal special. The episode centers around Ross struggling with his recent divorce from Emily – his second failed marriage – and he’s clearly not coping well. He sees the sandwich as the only bright spot in his life, making its disappearance all the more devastating – especially since he’d even left a note asking people not to eat it. It’s a relatable moment that reminds us, as the show’s theme song says, that life doesn’t always go as planned.

If you can find one, the Amy Rose figure with Tarot Cards is expected to be the most popular item in this release. We’re also happy to see Fang and Mighty returning after being featured in games like Sonic Superstars and Sonic Mania. While Ray the Flying Squirrel isn’t included this time, we anticipate he’ll be available soon, allowing you to collect him alongside Mighty – though it might be an exclusive. The Mecha Sonic figure, based on his appearance in Sonic the Hedgehog 2, is also looking fantastic.

Russell Crowe recently criticized the new Gladiator sequel in an interview with Triple J (as reported by Entertainment Weekly). He explained that he believes the film missed what made the original so good. Crowe stated that the success of the first Gladiator wasn’t due to its spectacle or action, but rather its strong moral center, and that those involved with the sequel didn’t seem to understand this.

On December 17th, Rayman 2: The Great Escape will be available to play on Nintendo Switch Online. To access this classic Nintendo 64 3D platformer, you’ll need a Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pass subscription. If you’re not familiar with Rayman 2, you can watch the announcement trailer below.

Trading Pokémon remotely in Pokémon Go is getting a few changes. You’ll now need a higher friendship level with the other player to trade from a distance, and there will be a limit on how many remote trades you can do. I’m here to explain all the details about this new feature and offer some advice on how to get ready for remote trading, even if it’s not available where you are just yet.

I’ve watched Oliver Queen go through so much in the early seasons of Arrow. He gets beaten down constantly, but he always finds a way to get back on his feet, even when his former friend Slade Wilson returns to Starling City with that Mirakuru serum. But it wasn’t until Season 3 that he truly faced death. And when he did, it felt like the show itself changed direction, and things started getting really wild and unbelievable.

January brings a lot of new movies and TV shows, but the biggest releases are coming later in the month. Keep an eye out for The Rip on Netflix, premiering January 16th, starring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon.

Both Omni-Man and Rex Splode Funko Pops arrived covered in fake blood, mirroring a scene from the animated show’s seventh episode of season three. A limited-edition bloody Allen Pop figure was also briefly available online recently, but had sold out by the time this was written.