In the News: Stephen Colbert takes on JJ Abrams in a Nerd-off, and more

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Mark your calendars! November 21st, 2015, following the Montclair Film Festival, director JJ Abrams and LOTR expert Stephen Colbert will come together for an interview, where it is almost a guarantee they will engage in some nerdy debating. Want a front row seat? Tickets go on sale on September 11, 2015. For more details, check out comicbook.com.

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For all you Zelda lovers out there (and while I'm not a huge nerd, I do know Zelda is the princess, Link is the hero--just wanted to let you all know, since I'm aware that's a huge point of contention), check out the work of Michael Eurek, who has used Unreal 4 to recreate Zora's Domain, one of the  most famous levels of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, first released for Nintendo in 1998.

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In case you've been following the origin stories of the Guardians of the Galaxy characters by Disney XD, in anticipation of animated series release, Gamora's origin story is now live.

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy - Gamora Origins Part 1

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy - Gamora Origins Part 2

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Terry Brooks' "The Elfstones of Shannara" is heading to television. The Shannara Chronicles airs January 2016 on MTV. Looks like I've got some books to add to my reading list before the end of the year.

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Here's one for not just the nerds, but the authors as well. Filmmaker and D&D devotee Matthew Robinson lays out his 4 Lessons in Storytelling. An excellent read for any storyteller. Give it a look!

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Being a DragonAge fanatic, finding this gem has been the highlight of my week--there is now a BioWare fashion line for women!! No, I'm not kidding.

Cassandra inspired dress

       Morrigan inspired hoodie

Templar inspired hoodie, back and front

See more of the line HERE.

And to get your hands on it, go to www.biowarestore.com.

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Looking to shed some pounds? Find some inspiration at the Nerdstrong Gym, where they come up with "workouts for hobbits and Thors alike." I just might be giving the "Eye of Sauron" workout a try very soon.

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And yes, I might get nailed for this last one, but hey, I can't lie and say I didn't love Power Rangers when I was a kid. I watched it fairly regularly and every now and again still have the urge to watch Mighty Morphin Power Rangers the Movie, starring characters Ivan Ooze and Dulcea. Whether I give in to that urge or not is better left unsaid.

Anyway, February 2016 will bring with it the release of the Legacy Thunder Megazord Die-Cast Action Figure, compatible with already released White Tigerzord.

Nerd toys for adults!!

That's it for this week. Check back next Wednesday for what's In the News in the world of nerdom.