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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9,
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War Machine statues, Clash of the Titans replicas and Bioshock toys.
Plus arriving this week are the Eve Maquette, Electro statue and
Terminator 2 T-800 Battle Damaged 12 inch figure.
Indiana
Jones Kingdom of the Crystal Skull 12 Inch Figure
Invisible
Woman Super Mixture Statue
Mars
Attacks Martian Ambassador 12 Inch Figure
Mars
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Street
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Terminator
Salvation T-600 Life Size Bust
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Kamui
Gaiden 12 Inch Figure
Michael
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Resident
Evil Albert Wesker STARS Version 12 Inch Figure
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Origins Series 2 action figures and Alice in Wonderland UDF figures.
Plus arriving within the next week are the Hot Toys John Connor Final
Battle figure, Johnny Blaze Bowen Statue and Star Wars Palpatine UQS
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Hot
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Rocketeer
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Snow
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Mars
Attacks Martian Ambassador 12 Inch Figure
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Hi - Here is a quick update from
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com about a variety of new arrivals and many
more new preorders:
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NEW PREORDERS
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IRON MAN 2 MOVIE FIGURES AND MORE
Late tonight we'll be listing many figures, vehicles and more from the
upcoming 'Iron Man 2' movie - including 3.75" movie figures, 3.75"
comic figures, Superhero Squad, vehicles, role play items and more -
check out all the new listings tonight or in the morning - some very
cool stuff!
SCI-FI REVOLTECH - NEW LINE
We've listed seven figures from Kaiyodo's new Sci-Fi Revoltech
line. The first two figures are an Alien and Daimajin, each
from their self-titled movies; we've also listed 5 more that will be
released in successive months - Baragon, Gamera, Gyaos, Booska and even
Jack Skellington from 'A Nightmare Before Christmas'. Each
figure is listed at $36.99, and they are set to start arriving in April.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Sci-Fi+Revoltech
PRINCE OF PERSIA: THE SANDS OF TIME - FIGURES, PLAYSETS, ROLE-PLAY
We've listed McFarlane Toys' entire lineup of 'Prince of Persia: The
Sands of Time' figures and accessories. We've got 4" figures
in sets and singles, 6" figures in sets and singles, horse sets and
playsets in scale with the 4" figures, and even a Sands of Time Role
Play Dagger, that even lights up. Check out the available
figures and more here.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=2231
GI JOE - SIDESHOW 12" FLINT
Sideshow's next GI Joe 12" figure is Flint, one of the leaders of the
team. This figure comes dressed in a cloth version of his
look from the cartoon, along with all manner of accessory pieces
(listed on his page). We have Flint priced at $112.99, saving
you $7 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=SSC10838&mode=retail
GANDALF THE GREY PREMIUM FORMAT FIGURE
his new Premium Format figure shows Gandalf as he appeared in the
beginning of the Lord of the Rings books. Wearing his grey
hat and robes, this unassuming old man has got more than a few secrets
under his beard. We've got this piece listed at $279.99, a
savings of $20 off of the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=SSC10839&mode=retail
T2 1:1 SCALE ENDOSKULL PROP REPLICA WITH THEME SONG
This reissue of the life-size T-800 endoskull has everything the
previous release had, and adds blue LED lights to light up the head,
upgraded speakers and even plays the theme song for the
movie. This piece is listed at $519.99, saving you $80 off
the MSRP for the piece.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TOY10394&mode=retail
VOLTRON - ROBOT VINYL COLLECTION VOLUME 3 - VEHICLE VOLTRON
The third release in Toynami's Robot Vinyl Collection is Vehicle
Voltron. Comprised of 15 different ships, this Earth-made
super-robot could still stand toe to toe with Lion Force Voltron, and
now he will be available to join his brother-in-arms as a 9" vinyl
figure (which does not separate or transform). If you picked
up the vinyl Lion Force Voltron from last year, you won't want to miss
out on this companion piece, priced at $31.99, a savings of $4 off the
MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TOY10395&mode=retail
NFL SPORTSPICKS - COLLEGE FOOTBALL SERIES 2 - CASE, SINGLES
McFarlane's latest wave of NFL Sportspicks is a second assortment of
the College Football series. This lineup includes Eli
Manning, Jason Witten, Larry Fitzgerald, Marion Barber, Matt Ryan and
Tony Romo, each in their college uniforms. The case
assortment will include one random chase or collector figure (in place
of one of the previously-slotted figures) and is priced at $79.99; you
could also opt to mix and match your favorite singles, at $10.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=497&category=6188
BLACKEST NIGHT RESTOCK SERIES 1 SET
DC Direct is re-packing the assortment for their re-release of the
Blackest Night Series 1 figures. This time, Boodikka is
replaced by Indigo 1, and we have the set of 4 (with Black Lantern
Earth-2 Superman, Atrocitus and Saint Walker) available for
$59.99. We've also got singles available for all four
figures, priced at $16.99 to $19.99 each, under the Green Lantern
Action Figures menu.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=DCC11133&mode=retail
DARK HORSE - GHOST 12" FIGURE
Dark Horse and Triad Toys have come together to produce a new 12"
figure based on the character Ghost from the self-titled comic
book. This figure comes garbed in her usual white bodysuit
and cloak, and comes with pistols, extra hands and more. This
figure is listed at $79.99, $20 below the MSRP, so pick one up before
the disappear.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=DH10592&mode=retail
DARK HORSE - BARB WIRE 12" FIGURE
Triad has paid attention to every detail: from her fishnets to her
gloves and armbands, buckles, to her blonde hair, this is the ultimate
collector's item. Accessories include an arsenal's worth of
weaponry-even her handcuffs. You can take this high-quality heroine
home just don't call her "babe." Preorders listed $30 under
MSRP
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=DH10567&mode=retail
TMNT MICHELANGELO COMIQUETTE
Michelangelo is the third of the four Turtles to get the comiquette
treatment. Mike's 12" statue shows him crouching, ready to
attack with his nunchaku. This piece is to arrive this fall,
and is priced at $189.99, a savings of $10 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=SSC10837&mode=retail
GAMBIT PREMIUM FORMAT FIGURE
Sideshow's new Premium Format figure of Gambit has the Cajun dressed in
his standard trenchcoat, and include two different heads for you to
use, depending on which style suits you more. This statue is
listed at $259.99, a savings of $15 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=SSC10835&mode=retail
12" TOY STORY COLLECTOR EDITION FIGURES - BUZZ, JESSIE, BULLSEYE
This new line from Thinkway brings the heroes of the Toy Story movies
home in a 12" format. Buzz Lightyear, Jessie the Yodeling
Cowgirl and Bullseye the horse are each available for pre-order, priced
from $66.99 to $74.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Toy+Story+12%22
TF ROTF RA-25 HUMAN ALLIANCE SKIDS WITH ARCEE & MIKAELA IMPORT
SET
This import set from Takara should be similar to the Hasbro release, so
if you missed out on your chance to pick up the domestic version, this
version may be right for you. The set is priced at $59.99,
and should arrive next month.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK11048&mode=retail
GODZILLA KING GHIDRAH 1991 RESIN FIGURE
This resin figure of King Ghidrah is from a limited edition of 150
pieces and is created by Albatross Japan. Covered in gold
scales and with three monstrous jawed heads, King Ghidrah is a fearsome
opponent, and we have his figure listed at $349.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=ALB10000&mode=retail
ROBOT DAMASHII C3 EXCLUSIVE MOONLIGHT BUTTERFLY TURN A & TURN
x, TURN A,PART SET
These exclusive Damashii figures from C3 are now available for domestic
purchase. We've got the set of Turn A & Turn X Gundam
with their add-on parts listed for $169.99, the Turn A alone with
add-on parts for $84.99, and a set of add-on parts that can be used
with regular Turn A or Turn X Damashii figures for $18.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Damashii+Butterfly
BLACKEST NIGHT TOON TUMBLERS - SET OF 8, SINGLES
Funpop's Toon Tumblers have a new assortment on the way. The
Blackest Night Toon Tumblers each come with a Lantern Corps symbol on
one side, with the emotion of that Corps on the reverse. The
set of 8 includes Green (will), Yellow (Fear), Blue (Hope), Red (Rage),
Purple (Love), Orange (Avarice), Indigo (Compassion) and Black (Death),
and is listed at $79.99. We also have singles listed of the
Green, Red and Black Lantern Tumblers, at $9.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Blackest+Night+Toon+Tumblers
ARH STUDIOS - 1/5 SCALE ACHILLES, 1/8 SCALE ATTILA THE HUN STATUES
We've listed two new statues from ARH Studios. The 1/8 scale
lin is being joined by Attila the Hun, who stands proud, presenting his
curved blade in front of him. This statue is listed at
$189.99. We've also listed a new 1/5 scale statue of
Achilles, standing tall in golden armor and wielding a spear and
shield; this version of Achilles is listed at $224.99, and both pieces
are set to arrive this April.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=1998&category=5608
LEGO STAR WARS - ARC-170, REBEL TROOPER ARMY PACK, SNOWTROOPER ARMY PACK
Three new sets are on their way to fill your Lego Star Wars
collection. The Rebel Trooper and Snowtrooper Army Packs each
come with minifigures as well as a vehicle or battle station for them
to use, and are listed at $14.99 each. The ARC-170 is listed
at $84.99 and includes Kit Fisto, an R2 unit and two Clone Troopers.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=966&category=2671
LEGO TOY STORY - ARMY MEN, CONSTRUCT-A-BUZZ, BUZZ STAR COMMAND SPACESHIP
Lego is also releasing three new Toy Story sets. The Army Men
on Patrol set includes four men and a Jeep for them to ride in, and is
listed at $14.99; the Construct-A-Buzz set comes with pieces to make
your own version of Buzz along with an Alien for him and is priced at
$34.99. Finally, the Star Command Spaceship set is listed at
$39.99 and includes Buzz and Zurg minifigures as well.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Toy+Story+Lego
SUPER STREET FIGHTER IV JURI STATUE
Han Juri is one of the new fighters in the upcoming "Super Street
Fighter IV" game. This Tae Kwon Do warrior is ready to dole
out a beating to anyone asking for it, and her statue is listed at
$114.99, with an April 2010 arrival date.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=SOT10199&mode=retail
DISNEY'S SLEEPING BEAUTY - MALEFICENT'S CASTLE, MALEFICENT PREMIUM
FORMAT FIGURE
We've added two new items to our Sleeping Beauty menu.
Maleficent comes in to her own with a Premium Format 22" figure, in
which she stands with her familiar on her staff. This piece
is listed at $269.99, saving you $20 off the MSRP. We've also
listed Maleficent's Castle, a 10.5" version of her home that includes
LED lights and narration and sounds from the movie. This
piece is priced at $214.99, saving you $10 odd the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=386&category=4295
BLACK CAT LEGENDARY SCALE BUST
This 12" tall bust of Spider-Man's ally/enemy shows her in her
traditional fur-edged suit with black mask, her hair blowing gently off
to the right. This bust is listed at $189.99, which saves you
$10 off the MSRP for the piece.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=SSC10834&mode=retail
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THUNDERCATS LION-O STATUE
This new 14" statue of the lord of the Thundercats has
arrived. Lion-O stands in a dynamic pose, presenting the
Sword of Omens in front of him. We not only have the statue
available at $179.99 ($20 off the MSRP), but we've also got a few of
the signed Artist proof version, listed at $219.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=633&category=5839
IGEAR IG-TF007 COMPUTER CONTROL CENTER
IGear has created a fantastic custom playset/diorama for your Autobots
to call home. This set replicates Teletran-1 and a good chunk
of the Ark and comes complete with a whole sheet of stickers for
viewscreens and more. G1 fans will really enjoy this set, and
it is listed at $119.99 - take a peek at the pics for more details on
this great set.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=IGR10005&mode=retail
TERMINATOR SALVATION MOVIE MASTERPIECE FINAL BATTLE JOHN CONNOR WITH
HYDROBOT
This new version of Hot Toys' John Connor figure includes a Christian
Bale head sculpt and a battle-damaged endoskeleton base, as well as a
1/6 scale articulated Hydrobot that lights up. This set is
listed at $179.99, saving you $10 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=HOT10260&mode=retail
MACROSS TRANSFORMING REVOLTECH FIGURES - VF-1A, VF-1S
We've received the first two of the new triple-transforming Revoltech
Macross figures. Roy Focker's VF-1s and Hikaru Ichijo's VF-1A
are both currently available, priced at $31.99 each, and each able to
transform into Battroid, Gerwalk and Valkyrie modes.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Three+Transformation
DC DYNAMICS WONDER WOMAN STATUE
This new piece is designed and sculpted by Tim Bruckner, and has Wonder
Woman coalescing out of a cloud of vapors. This statue stands
11.25" tall and is priced at $154.99, $39 below the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=DCC10865&mode=retail
DCU WAVE 11
We've received a large shipment of DC Universe Classics Wave 11, and
we've got the whole lineup available. All of the singles are
in stock, priced at $16.99 to $21.99 each; we also have them listed as
a set of 8 with the pieces for the Kilowog CnC figure for $124.99, and
the case of 10 (including Superman and Batman 'Best Of' figures) for
$149.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=1504&category=5815
DCU WAVE 12 - NEW SINGLES
A couple of new figures from DC Universe Classics Wave 12 have arrived.
Joining Mary Batson and Desaad are Metal Man Iron and villain
Copperhead,priced at $16.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=1504&category=5863
QUEEN'S BLADE REVOLTECH FIGURES
We've just received a shipment of Revoltech Fraulein figures from
Queen'sBlade. We've got Menace, Melona and Echidna, as well
as the Player 2 Color versions of Airi and Nanael, and you can pick
your favorites up for $36.99 - $38.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Revoltech+Fraulein%3a++Queen%27s+Blade
MOTU CLASSICS
We've received a number of Masters of the Universe Classics figures,
for the benefit of our international and other customers.
This month includes Reissue Beast-Man, Battle Armor He-Man and Adora,
each priced at $34.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=483&category=5230
MARVEL SELECT "BEST OF" ASSORTMENT 4 - CASE, SINGLES
This new Marvel Select assortment includes 4 of the Black Cat, along
with 3 each of Doctor Doom and Thanos. We've got this case
listed at $119.99 ($40 below the MSRP), and we also have singles
remaining, with Black Cat listed at $21.99 and Doctor Doom at $17.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=462&category=1165
SUPER MIXTURE MODEL INVISIBLE WOMAN STATUE
The first piece from Mamegyorai's new Super Mixture Model line of
statues is the Invisible Woman as sculpted by Rockin' Jelly
Bean. This piece blends anime styling into an American comics
character, with a truly unique design. We have this statue
priced at $124.99, and she's ready to join your collection.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=MAM10000&mode=retail
ENCORE #11 SKYWARP & THUNDERCRACKER RESTOCK
We've just received a small restock shipment of the Skywarp &
Thundercracker Encore set. For anyone that missed out on this
set the first time, here is your chance. This set is priced
at $64.99, and is a great way to fill holes in your G1 collection.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK10826&mode=retail
TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS 2009 VOLUME 3 - SKIDS AND SCREECH SET
The third exclusive from the Transformers Generations 2009 series is
this box set of Skids and Screech. Patterned after the twins
from Revenge fo the Fallen, these two are recolors of Skids with new
heads and Diaclone scooters in matching colors. You can pick
up the set of two for $139.99, or you can get them as a set with the
Magazine for $159.99, with the Magazine available separately for $32.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Transformers+Generations+2009+Volume+03
AVATAR SCORPION CHOPPER
While we wait for the new assortments of figures, we've received a
shipment of Scorpion Chopper vehicles. This ships are built
to work withthe line of figures, and this one is a futuristic
Helicopter-type vehicle lined with weapons. Pick up yours for
$29.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=MAT11985&mode=retail
BTS-02 DX TELETRAN ACCESSORY PACK
This set includes a number of add-ons and accessories to pump up your
'bots and 'cons. It includes guns, towing accessories, and a
new robotic arm and base to attach to the various Mobile Command
Bases. Pick up this set and let the battle continue, priced
at $24.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=BTS10000&mode=retail
EZ DEVASTATOR SET
This set is now available as a single box set, instead of having to
collect them one at a time or spring for the import set. This
set includes all seven Constructicons packaged in Devastator form, and
we have it listed at $54.99 - don't miss out on your chance to have a
fully-transformable ROTF Devastator in your collection.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=HAS18312&mode=retail
BATTLESTAR GALACTICA - TIGH & GAETA 2-PACK
The Tigh & Gaeta two-pack is the first of a few on their way
from Diamond Select Toys. This pair includes both men dressed
in blue uniforms, and you can add both to your collection for $24.99,
saving you $7 off the MSRP for the two-pack.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=DMC11223&mode=retail
SUNDAY, JANUARY 24,
2010
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Tons of new Pre-Orders this week! We have Hot Toys Inglorious Bastards
Alton Raine, Iron Man & Red Hulk Kotobukiya statues, DC Green
Lantern and Arkham Asylum statues and Gentle Giants Slave Leia
maquette. Plus arriving within the next week are the Hot Toys Silk
Spectre & Wolverine figures.
After seven years, the Alter Ego
Comics website got a facelift this week. We hope that you like it, and
we want your feedback.
We are aware of a few isues with
the new site (the order history and wish list links have disappeared)
but our programmers are working on restoring those. Rest assured,
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Please email me your feedback on
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Alter Ego Comics TV Episode #3 Is Up
The third episode of Alter Ego
Comics TV is ready for you to view. This week, I take a quick look at
the Silk Spectre II 12 inch figure, Captain America #602 and the Hero
Initiative.