🧩 Action Figures & Collectibles
Topps returns to the NBA – Rookie Debut Patches drop in 2026
In a move shaking up the collectibles market, Topps has signed a renewed multi‑year partnership with the NBA and the NBPA. For the 2025‑26 rookie class, each player will sport a special “Rookie Debut” patch on their jersey when they first take the court. Once that debut happens, the patch will be removed and embedded into an ultra‑rare 1‑of‑1 autographed trading card set to release in 2026. The drop also introduces gold Logoman patches for award winners, adding a premium tier to the collectibles landscape.
Collectors should mark their calendars — early info suggests these patches will become some of the most sought‑after rookie certified items in years.
🎬 Movies & TV (Superhero, Horror & Pop Culture)
Streaming line‑up intensifies for October 2025
The streamers continue to fill their October slots. Alongside familiar titles, several high‑profile premieres have solidified: The fantasy series The Witcher returns for Season 4 on Netflix, while horror fans get Anne Rice’s Talamasca on AMC Plus starting Oct 26 — both part of a wave of 19 new shows and movies highlighted this month. Tom’s Guide
While no exclusive new theatrical blockbuster announcements landed today, the demand remains for premium streaming content, building momentum heading into Q4.
đź“š Comicbooks
Major publishing week: new digital drops and convention ties
This week’s digital comics update list includes fresh titles from major and indie publishers across platforms such as GlobalComix. GlobalComix
Meanwhile, the convention circuit remains active — with today’s in‑person presence at events such as the New England Comic & Toy Convention in North Haven, CT (Oct 19) and multiple auctions ending today (Oct 19) that blend high‑end memorabilia with vintage comics and cards.
For comic‑collectors and speculators, this mix of new digital content and physical events underscores the market’s hybrid nature right now.