Monster Monday: Elvis as Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

I asked my friend, Grok, what would Elvis Presley look like as Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. The result was so interesting that I asked to see it as a movie poster too:

Elvis as Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Created with Grok

Movie Poster for Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Starring Elvis Presley

Monster Monday: Marhtoo the Flame Fiend Action Figure

I created Marhtoo with HeroMachine this past Saturday night for the fun of it. He was originally intended to be just a generic monster for Moongem Comics. I kind of like how he turned out with the yellow fur patches on his feet to match his yellow goatee, teeth, eyes and ram horns (yes, his skin is orange).

Marhtoo the Flame Fiend Created with HeroMachine

Meta AI turned him into Marhtoo the Flame Fiend, which gives him a demon vibe.

Marhtoo the Flame Fiend Action Figure Created with Meta AI

Meta AI also gave him a little interesting bio on the back of his card. Not only was he born in the molten core of the Ember Rift but he now guards the Power Gems in the hidden Gem Caves.

Back of Marhtoo the Flame Fiend Action Figure Card

What I also find interesting is that Meta AI created other figures in this toy series including Zorra the Star Witch, Kragg Rockgoblin, Nova Ninja and Captain Quasar. Sounds like a good lineup for a gold old fashioned Saturday morning cartoon series.

Belated Birthday Wishes to Cassandra Peterson

I was sick yesterday and slept most of the day away. I'm posting a belated birthday to Cassandra Peterson, better known as Elvira, who turned 75 yesterday.

Belated Birthday Wishes to Cassandra Peterson

Monster Monday: Vampire Count Edgar Allan Poe

Grok has recently uncovered evidence that Edgar Allan Poe became a vampire count after his death on October 7, 1849:

Vampire Count Edgar Allan Poe

Special Announcement: Countdown to Halloween 2026

Yes, I will be participating in this year's Countdown to Halloween. Expect special spooky holiday posts starting October 1st and lasting until October 31st. If your blog or website want to join in on the frightful fun, then click on the link below to find out how you can be a Cryptkeeper too.

Join the Party at Countdown to Halloween 2026

T-shirt Thursday: Labor Union Comics #1 Vampire Variant Cover T-shirt

I like the vampire variant cover for Labor Union Comics #1 that I made Grok create a t-shirt devoted to it:

Labor Union Comics #1 Vampire Variant Cover T-shirt

Monster Monday: Labor Union Comics #1 Vampire Variant Cover

Happy Labor Day 2026. To celebrate, I present to you the vampire variant cover of Labor Union Comics #1 from May 2024 donated by Grok.

Labor Union Comics #1 Vampire Variant Cover

Monster Monday: John Wayne as Frankenstein's Monster

Yesterday was Mary Shelley's birthday, who was born on August 30, 1797. It is also known for Frankenstein's Day in honor of her since she wrote the 1818 novel, Frankenstein. I thought it would be cool to see what Grok would come up with if John Wayne was Frankenstein for this week's Monster Monday post.

John Wayne as Frankenstein's Monster

Goodnight Tim Curry

Wow, we lost another legend yesterday for Tim Curry, star of 'Rocky Horror PIcture Show' and 'Clue', dead at 80. Not only will I remember him as Dr. Frank-N-Furter but also as the Lord of Darkness in Legend and the original Pennywise in It.

Tim Curry
(April 19, 1946 - August 25, 2026)

Monster Monday: Deadly Tales of the Gunslinger #15

I could have sworn that I have posted about this series set in the Spawn Universe before. Anyway, Image Comics released Deadly Tales of the Gunslinger #15 on June 24th, 2026. If you love horror mixed in with your westerns, then you will love this. Here is the official summary of the digital comic:

"The Gunslinger has gotten one step closer to finding his sister, but the men he is now hunting have set a trap that he may not be able to avoid."

Cover A of Deadly Tales of the Gunslinger #15 from Image Comics

Cover B of Deadly Tales of the Gunslinger #15 from Image Comics

Monster Monday: The Munsters Illuminated Musical Family Koach Ad

I found this ad for The Munsters Illuminated Musical Family Koach in the online issue of Woman's World (August 24, 2026) so I had to share it here. The Munster Koach as it is commonly called features Herman Munster, Lily Munster, Grandpa and Eddie Munster holding Wolf Wolf. It lights up and plays the theme from The Munsters tv series. Of course, the collectible is from the Bradford Exchange so it's way out of my price range.

The Munsters Illuminated Musical Family Koach Ad

Monster Monday: Moongem Comics #2 Starring Elvira as Moongem

Chat G. Port did this amazing cover for Moongem Comics featuring Elvira as Moongem:

Moongem Comics #2 Starring Elvira as Moongem

Monster Monday: Frankenstein's Monster Wishes Moongem Comics Happy 20th Anniversary

I don't know how Frankenstein's monster got on the moon with a cake but here he is wishing Moongem Comics a happy 20th anniversary:

Frankenstein's Monster Wishes Moongem Comics Happy 20th Anniversary

 

Monster Monday: Absolute Green Arrow #3

DC Comics released Absolute Green Arrow #3 last week. Here is the official summary:

"DINAH ON THE TRAIL OF THE GREEN ARROW KILLER! After the horrifying events of last issue, Dinah must capture the Green Arrow Killer as she finally finds Oliver Queen’s protege Roy Harper. But as the killer’s attacks intensify and Dinah discovers the unsettling effect they’re having on Star City, Harper’s trail takes her on a journey darker and more twisted than she ever imagined."

Cover of Absolute Green Arrow #3 from DC Comics

Monster Monday: Vampyrates #1

Boom released Vampyrates #1 last week. Here is the official summary:

"Through the darkness of the thousand-year eclipse they sail, seeking adventure, treasure — and blood! In a world ruled by vampires, Empress Nira of the Night Isles has always cared more for sword-fighting and carousing than ruling. But when she escapes a vicious coup by stowing aboard VMS Abyss, a pirate ship run by the mysterious Captain Akeyo, she gets more than she can handle of both. She must rise through the ranks of the Vampyrates from lowly swab to queen of the Sea of Night — so the oceans will run red with her vengeance! "

Cover of Vampyrates #1 from Book

Dark Shadows 60th Anniversary

Today is the 60th Anniversary of ABC's Dark Shadows:

Dark Shadows 60th Anniversary

Monster Monday: Hot Wheels Monster High Ghoul Mobile 2026 Black Edition

I found this Hot Wheels Monster High Ghoul Mobile 2026 Black Edition at the local Walmart's last Tuesday. It's the same as the one that I picked up in February 2024. This one is #2 of the Mattel subset and #48 in the mainline series.

Hot Wheels Monster High Ghoul Mobile 2026 Black Edition

Close up of Hot Wheels Monster High Ghoul Mobile 2026 Black Edition

Breaking News: Dynamite to Collect DC's Elvira's House of Mystery Series

DC’s 1986 ELVIRA’S HOUSE OF MYSTERY to Be Collected for the First Time is exciting news for Mistress of the Dark fans. There will be two different covers: the paperback edition will feature the cover from the first issue (see below) while the hardback edition will have the cover from the eleventh issue that Dave Stevens did. The collection is set to be released in August of 2026. Here is the official summary:

"Elvira, everyone’s favorite Mistress of the Dark, first made a splash in comics in the 1986 series Elvira’s House of Mystery, originally published by DC Comics. Now, Dynamite collects this entire series for the very first time, with Elvira acting as hostess-with-the-mostest to these chilling tales of the macabre. This series includes eye-popping covers by Dave Stevens, Brian Bolland, Bill Sienkiewicz, and Denys Cowan, stories by legendary comics creators including Robert Kanigher and others, and more! Includes all eleven issues of Elvira’s House of Mystery plus the Elvira’s Haunted Holidays Special!"

Paperback Cover of DC's Elvira's House of Mystery Collection from Dynamite

Monster Monday: The Deadman #1

DC Comics released The Deadman last week. Here is the official summary:

"The Deadman enters the Next Level! In the millisecond following his murder, the soul of shifty circus aerialist Boston Brand was commandeered by the goddess Rama Kushna, who deputized the erstwhile performer’s ghost with a sacred spectral assignment: the Custodian of All Souls! Now Brand floats — begrudgingly — through this bluegreen purgatory we call Earth, upholding the Laws of Spiritual Math and protecting humanity from evil — even if they can’t see or hear him. Open up to this new era of DC’s most lively deceased superhero — the Deadman — in a story about life, death, and everything in between… replete with paranormal activity, possessions, and a profusion of other poignant peculiarities."

Cover of The Deadman #1 from DC Comics

Monster Monday: Corpse Knight #2

Image Comics released Corpse Knight #2 last week. Here is the official summary:

"As Foy and her undead father begin their quest, they encounter evil beyond comprehension. But in these woods, it may be man who poses an even greater threat than monsters..."

Cover A of Corpse Knight #2 from Image Comics

Cover Gallery of Corpse Knight #2 from Image Comics