SUPERGIRL WEEK! — Supergirl, starring Milly Alcock, is out this week, so we’ve gathered up the 13th Dimension crew to bring you our first-ever SUPERGIRL WEEK! Click here for more high-flying features! — By CHRIS FRANKLIN The Maid of Might is returning to the big screen in the second cinematic chapter of the new DCU film series. But I’m sure you were already aware of that… after all, it is SUPERGIRL WEEK here at 13th Dimension for a reason! While Kara Zor-El may never quite escape the shadow of her far more famous cousin, that doesn’t mean she isn’t known to the greater world outside the comic racks. DC has licensed the Girl of Steel for just about every item imaginable over the years, and it looks like that number will double with the marketing push for the new film. But for now, let’s take a look at the Last Daughter of Argo City’s history through the lens of her various appearances on retail shelves over nearly 60 years. Many of these items come from the collection of my lovely wife Cindy (my own personal Super Gal), so thanks to her for sharing not only them, but her knowledge in crafting this article. — Super Queens (aka Comic Heroines, Ideal, 1967). Supergirl was one of four female heroes chosen for Ideal’s sister line to their Captain Action series, the Super Queens, sometimes also called Comic Heroines. Along with Wonder Woman, Mera and the newly created Batgirl, you could argue these heroines made it into action figure form BEFORE their male counterparts! After all, Captain Action’s gimmick was that he was a separate hero who could become the top crimefighters at DC, Marvel, etc. with a costume accessory set (sold separately). The Super Queens WERE the characters and even included images of their secret identities on the beautiful box art by DC legend Murphy Anderson. The set didn’t really include Linda Lee Danvers’ specific clothes however, just a generic halter dress. But Supergirl was one of the nicest and most comic accurate of the line, with the proper blonde hair color, blue dress, and “S” shield logo (the same used on both the Superman and Superboy sets for Captain Action and his sidekick Action Boy). She even came with the same Krypto figure as Superman, presaging the current DCU films making Krypto HER dog and not her cousin’s....
PLUS: 13 THINGS NOT IN THE OFFICIAL LISTING… This is the coolest real-estate listing of all time: Wayne Manor is up for sale! Really! The Pasadena, California, mansion famously used as the exterior of Bruce Wayne’s ancestral home on the 1966 Batman TV series is on the market — and the asking price is a mere $32 million. Dig the listing at stefandoomanis.com: One of the most extraordinary residential offerings in Southern California, 380 S. San Rafael Avenue stands as arguably Pasadena’s premier estate, an irreplaceable Jacobean Tudor Revival masterpiece set on nearly 5 private, gated acres in the city’s most prestigious enclave. Commissioned by the Bernard family and designed by the acclaimed architectural firm Morgan, Walls & Clements, the residence was completed in 1928 and represents an unparalleled combination of architectural significance, scale, privacy, and provenance. Hidden behind gates and enveloped by majestic oaks, manicured gardens, and rolling lawns, the approximately 18,665-square-foot manor commands breathtaking views across the Arroyo Seco, creating the rare feeling of an English country estate in the heart of Pasadena. Its iconic castellated tower, slate rooflines, leaded-glass windows, and exquisitely preserved period detailing showcase a level of craftsmanship and permanence that is virtually impossible to replicate today. Steeped in cultural history, the estate is recognized worldwide as the exterior of Wayne Manor in the original Batman television series and has been featured in numerous acclaimed film and television productions. Yet beyond its celebrated pedigree, the property offers every modern luxury, including a resort-caliber pool, pickleball court, private theater, and exceptional indoor and outdoor spaces designed for both intimate family living and grand-scale entertaining. Originally showcased in Architectural Digest, this singular estate is more than a home; it is one of Pasadena’s defining landmarks and an exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire what many would consider the finest legacy property in the city. Of course, millionaire Bruce Wayne plays pickleball! Anyway, here are the details, in case you ever wanted to know how a wealthy hero’s alter ego lives — or are in the market: Lot Size: 4.84 acres Type: Single-Family Home Year Built: 1928 Views: Mountains, City, City Lights, Bridge Bedrooms: 7 Full Bathrooms: 3 3/4 Bathrooms: 4 Half Bathrooms: 4 Fireplace: Living Room Fireplace: Family Room Fireplace: Game Room Central Air Conditioning In-Ground Pool Flooring: Hardwood, Marble Stories: 3 Living Area: 18,655 sq. ft....
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