Week in Geek: Holigay Gift Guide

BY: JASE PEEPLES

Chances are there’s at least one geeky guy on your Christmas shopping list. He’s the one who can tell you the name of every member of the X-Men since 1963, understands the science behind transporter technology, and even knows the exact number of Princess Leia’s cellblock in the original Star Wars. (It’s AA-23 by the way.) And while gay geeks are totally loveable, finding that perfect Christmas present can be more intimidating than the Enterprise crew’s first run-in with the Borg.

In order to answer this Christmas conundrum, we’ve pulled together a list of items from galaxies near and far, far away to help you beam up the ideal gifts for those special geeks this holiday season.

Now your favorite geek can turn every room, or cubicle, into the bridge of his own personal starship with the classic Star Trek Door Chime. This officially licensed collectible has two motion-sensitive settings, Door opening sound or Red Alert sound and the push of a button activates the classic Communicator Whistle sound.

Available at: Think Geek

DC Entertainment made history when the company rebooted the entire DC Comics Universe with 52 all-new #1 issues starring the World’s Greatest Superheroes. If you know a comic fan who missed any part of the pop culture event of 2011, DC Comics: The New 52 is the perfect gift to get them back up to (super) speed. This massive 216-page hardcover compilation that collects every single one of the new 52 debut issues including: Justice League #1, Batman #1, Wonder Woman #1, and Superman #1.

Available at: Amazon.com

He may not be a billionaire playboy with a superhero alter ego, but with the Avengers “Iron Man” MAGTITAN NEO LEGEND Power Band your beloved comic nerd can feel one step closer to becoming one.

An exact replica of the Power Bands worn by Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) in The Avengers feature film, this limited edition, fully licensed Marvel collectible is made of titanium, stainless steel, and carbon fiber.

Available at: Think Geek

Before The Walking Dead became a hit TV show on AMC it was a smash comic book series published by Image Comics. The Walking Dead: Compendium One collects issues #1-48 of the original comic series in one massive paperback. If weekly episodes of the television show aren’t enough to satisfy your geeky guy’s appetite for zombies, this might be a good place to start.

Available at: Amazon.com

Your geeky guy can turn his ankles into the Amazing Amazon, cover his calves like the Caped Crusader, or let his legs look like they could leap tall buildings in a single bound with these totally awesome caped superhero socks. However, if the idea of standing next to someone rocking these super socks makes you run for the hills, pick up a pack of ankle socks featuring Batman, Robin, Wonder Woman, and Superman instead.

Available at: 80sTees.com

Made of die-cast metal, the Doctor Who 11th Doctor Sonic Screwdriver is perfectly detailed and comes with both Phillips and flat-head screwdriver tips. Three tips are included for large, medium, and small screws. Each tip is reversible with both Phillips and flat-head ends. There’s even a chamber in the screwdriver’s base for storage when the tips are not in use.

Available at: Buy.com

Enhance the playability of games on your smart phone with the JoyStick-IT iPhone Arcade Stick. No batteries or wires needed. Simply place this nifty gadget directly on the screen and revolutionize gaming on the go with increased precision. Works with both the iPhone and many Android phones.

Available at: Think Geek

Help your preferred Potter fan keep his dignity while getting his geek on with 100% silk Harry Potter house Ties.  Featuring the colors and coat of arms from the houses Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff, these special ties are perfect for cosplay costumes or early morning meetings at the office.

Available at: Think Geek

They may look like they come from another galaxy, but each deck of Battlestar Galactica Playing Cards can be used to play any standard card game from Earth – as well as the BSG game Triad (rules included!) An exact replica of the cards seen being used by humans (and Cylons) on the re-imagined television series, each deck comes with 52 cards in 4 suits, plus two retro Cylon Centurion head jokers.

Available at: Amazon.com

This essential instrument belongs in every geek’s wallet.  Featuring a 2” serrated blade, red LED Flashlight, Tweezer, toothpick, and a magnesium alloy Fiirestarter, the Tool Logic Survival Card is perfect for surviving a zombie apocalypse or a weekend camping trip.

Available at: Think Geek

With a pair of Capacitive Touch Screen Gloves from AGloves, the dork you adore will never again be forced to decide between leaving you a cleaver comment on Facebook and having warm hands. Available in different finger lengths and sizes,  these gloves imbue any mere mortal with the power to defy the elements and text endlessly. 

Available at: Think Geek

For the techie who can’t live without his tunes, the Road Rocker is the mother of all portable sound systems.  This ultra-compact speaker system features 50 hours of rechargeable battery life, includes a dock designed to hold an iPad, iPhone, or iPod Touch, and is Bluetooth compatible. Tailgating, camping, and lounging by the pool has never sounded sweeter.

Available at: Amazon.com

The Force is strong with this one. Here’s an item where geeky and cool meet—literally! This officially-licensed Star Wars collectible is freezer safe down to -40F. Each Han Solo Ice Cube Tray has enough room for six small 1.75” Solo shaped cubes as well as one large 3.5” mold of the sexy space smuggler. An excellent icebreaker at any cocktail party.

Available at: NeatoShop

Your geeky couch potato can unleash his inner wizard with this programmable TV remote. The Magic Wand can learn up to 13 commands from an existing remote control and map them to specific magical movements. Change channels with a gentle flick from side to side or simply twist the wand to turn the volume up. Compatible with almost all makes of TVs, DVRs, or any other device with a remote. The Magic Wand transforms an ordinary evening of television into an epic experience.

Availble at: Think Geek

The downpour of a rainstorm is insignificant next to the power of these lightsaber-style umbrellas. Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, or Obi-Wan Kenobi versions are available and each canopy is silk-screened with emblems of the Jedi Order or the Galactic Empire. Staying dry never looked so cool!

Available at: Big Bad Toy Store