January 22, 2010 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several new items of interest to collectors:

Hi - Here is a quick update from http://www.bigbadtoystore.com about a variety of new arrivals and many more preorders. There is a ton of great stuff this week so be sure to check through the lists below:

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INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS -HOT TOYS 1/6 SCALE BRAD PITT AS LT. ALDO RAINE Hot Toys has just announced a new 1/6 scale figure of Brad Pitt as Lieutenant Aldo Raine from "Inglourious Basterds". The sculpt already looks fantastic on this piece, and we have it listed at $199.99, although we expect that price to decrease when we receive further information from our suppliers.

TAKARA ALTERNITY A-04 OROCHI - STARSCREAM & SKYWARP VERSIONS The latest announcement for the Alternity line gives us the new A-04 Orochi, a car of some repute in Japan. This piece is being done in both a Starscream White and Skywarp Purple color scheme, so choose your favorite or pick both, priced at $49.99 each.

TF DEVICE LABEL - BLASTER USB HUB, CHEETOR FLASH DRIVE Takara has announced two new-ish Device Label figures. Blaster the USB hub is back up for pre-order at the new price of $71.99, while Cheetor becomes the newest redeco of the 2 GB Flash Drive, at $42.99. Both pieces are scheduled to arrive this May.

JAPANESE TRANSFORMERS ANIMATED FIGURES - MANY NEW LISTINGS Hot on the heels of the announced first 7 figures from the Japanese line comes a wide variety of additional figures. We have Vs Packs listed, with Optimus Versus Megatron, Starscream Vs Bumblebee and more, as well as new singles like Arche (Arcee), Blackout, the Dinobots, Jetfire and Jetstorm and more. These new entries are priced from $15.99 to $79.99 each, and we've also listed the Transformers EZ Collection (legends-class) Volume 3 Case of 24, at $139.99.

TF DISNEY LABEL - BUZZ LIGHTYEAR The newest of the Disney Label Transformers is Buzz Lightyear. He will be able to transform into his spaceship, and he is listed at $44.99, with a June 2010 release date.

SW ANIMATED SLAVE LEIA MAQUETTE Gentle Giant's latest addition to their line of Animated Maquettes is this version of Slave Leia as seen in "Return of the Jedi". Lounging in her bikini with her back to Salacious B. Crumb, this piece is listed at $84.99, saving you $15 off the MSRP.

SW DARTH REVAN MINI BUST Gentle Giant is also producing a bust based on KOTOR character Darth Revan. Wielding red and purple lightsabers, this dangerous Jedi/Sith is priced at $49.99, $10 off the MSRP for the piece.

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-- COVER GIRLS OF THE DCU POISON IVY STATUE This statue of one of Batman's foes is designed by artist Adam Hughes, and is also meant to complement the Harley Quinn Cover Girls Statue. Complete the duo from Gotham Girls this September with this statue, listed at $84.99 (a savings of $15 off the MSRP).

-- DCU ORIGINS SERIES 2 TWO-PACKS - SET, SINGLES This series pairs an early appearance figure with a modern figure for each package; included in this series are the Flash, Superman, Wonder Woman and Green Lantern. We have the set of 4 two-packs for $89.99 (a savings of $35 off the MSRP), and we also have each two-pack listed singly, at $23.99 ($8 off the MSRP) - pick your old and new favorites and pre-order them today.

-- HEROES OF THE DCU 2 SINESTRO BUST Adding to the villain roster of this line is Sinestro. Dressed in his Sinestro Corps uniform, this bust is meant to complement the Green Lantern Heroes bust, and is listed at $59.99, a savings of $10 off the MSRP.

-- 13" DELUXE GOLDEN AGE GREEN LANTERN COLLECTOR FIGURE The latest 13" Deluxe Collector figure is Alan Scott, the Golden Age Green Lantern. His figure comes garbed in his regular costume complete with cape and should include his lantern as well, and is listed at $84.99, $15 off the MSRP.

-- MICHAEL KEATON AS BATMAN BUST Michael Keaton's popular portrayal of the Dark Knight from the 1989 movie ispired this new bust. Ready to toss his batarang, this figure is styled after Batman's look from the movie and is listed at $69.99, saving you $10 off the MSRP.

-- DC CHRONICLES WONDER WOMAN STATUE Continuing the DC Chronicles line of heroes in their original looks, the new Wonder Woman Statue stands 7" tall and shows her breaking a pair of manacles. This statue stands atop an original logo base, and is listed at $84.99, saving you $15 off the MSRP.

-- DC DYNAMICS GREEN LANTERN STATUE The latest solicitation for Tim Bruckner's DC Dynamics statue line is for the Green Lantern statue. This piece shows Hal Jordan rising up from within a sheath of Green willpower energy, and we have it priced at $154.99, saving you a whopping $34 off the MSRP for the statue.

-- JUSTICE LEAGUE TROPHY ROOM: WONDER WOMAN TIARA, BRACELETS & LASSO PROP REPLICA This new Trophy Room piece collects Wonder Woman's signature items - her tiara, her bracelets and her magic lasso - in one fantastic piece. All three (four) items are stored on a Classic Greek-styled base, and the set measures 11" tall by 9.5" deep by 9.75" wide. This replica would look great in any Justice League or Wonder Woman collection, and we have the set listed at $259.99, saving you $65 off of the MSRP.

-- BATMAN BLACK & WHITE STATUE - ARKHAM ASYLUM VIDEO GAME VERSION The latest in the Black & White line of statues, this piece is taken from the designs for the "Arkham Asylum" video game. This statue combines the standard Batman look with the gothic horror atmosphere from the game, and is listed at $69.99, $10 off the MSRP.

-- DRAGON AGE SERIES 1 FIGURES - SET, SINGLES From the hit RPG video game Dragon Age: Origins comes this first assortment of action figures. This set includes Grey Warden Duncan, Witch of the Wilds Morrigan, King's advisor Loghain and one of the Darkspawn, an evil Genlock. We have the set of four listed at $64.99, and we have also listed singles of each figure at $17.99.

BARB WIRE 12" FIGURE Barb Wire has had success, both as a comic and with the movie, and now Dark Horse and Triad are releasing a 1/6 scale figure of this dangerous lady. The figure is set to come with a full cloth costume with fishnet stockings, plus a variety of weapons and other equipment. We have Barb listed at $89.99, a $30 savings off her MSRP - pre-order yours before they're gone.

BAYONETTA PLAY ARTS KAI FIGURES - BAYONETTA, JEANNE From the hit video game comes these new Play Arts Kai figures by Square Enix. Both the hero Bayonetta and her adversary Jeanne are getting the figure treatment, and each is listed at $38.99.

MACROSS REVOLTECH - TRANSFORMING VF-1J HIKARU ICHIJO VERSION The third transforming Valkyrie to come out under the Revoltech banner is Hikaru Ichijo's VF-1J. This figure can transform into all three modes, and is listed at $31.99.

REVOLTECH GRENDIZER The second new Revoltech figure this month is Grendizer. This mech is getting a deserved figure at long last and comes with all manner of weapons and accessories. We have Grendizer listed at $36.99.

REVOLTECH PROFESSOR LAYTON The final new Revoltech figure for this month is Professor Layton, from the DS series of video games. This figure is listed at $36.99 and appears to come with a table, chair and other accessories.

BTVS - THRONE OF THE SLAYER BUFFY SUMMERS STATUE This maquette shows Buffy, wearing a red dress worthy of Glory and wielding Mr. Pointy, seated in a gothic throne with skulls at the end of the arms and all manner of gargoyles, pentagrams and more. This statue is to arrive this fall, and is priced at $219.99, $20 off the MSRP.

'YOU'RE GOING TO REGRET THIS' PRINCESS LEIA VS. JABBA THE HUTT DIORAMA This diorama shows Princess Leia getting her revenge on crimelord Jabba the Hutt. Jabba's face is captured mid-choke, complete with tongue out, while Leia struggles against his bulk. This piece is listed at $209.99, $15 off the MSRP, and would be a great addition to any Star Wars collection.

TF G1 SEASON 2 VOLUME 2 25TH ANNIVERSARY DVD BOX SET The next G1 25th Anniversary Box Set is up for pre-order. This set includes the episodes from Season 2 Volume 2, and is listed at $28.99, with a 2nd Quarter arrival date.

15" CONAN THE CONQUEROR FAUX BRONZE STATUE A special limited edition faux bronze version of the popular Conan the Conqueror statue is on the way. This new piece will be limited to 300 pieces worldwide, and you can pre-order your now for $349.99, a $49 savings off the MSRP for the piece.

STAR WARS OFFICIAL FIGURINE COLLECTION - DARTH VADER, LUKE SKYWALKER The success of DeAgostini's line of Star Wars Vehicle lead figures has led to a new line, this time figurines of the characters. The first two entries are up for pre-order now - Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker are each available as 1/32 scale lead figures, priced at $13.99. With the popularity of the Vehicles, as well as the Marvel, DC and Buffy lines of lead figures, we expect these to go well.

MICHAEL JACKSON SMOOTH CRIMINAL STYLIZED FIGURE This new Michael Jackson collectible shows him in his white suit and hat from the "Smooth Criminal" video. We have him listed at $57.99, and he should arrive sometime next month.

AVATAR MOVIE FIGURES NEW NA'VI & RDA SERIES - CASES, SINGLES A wide variety of new figures from the movie are now available for pre-order. We've got cases of the Na'vi and RDA assortments listed at $94.99 - $99.99, as well as single figures of all of the figures listed at $9.99 - $16.99 each.

SW R2-D2 POST BOX This cute new collectible is a 16 cm post box (mailbox) done up as R2-D2. This piece will look great on any collector's desk, and is listed at $38.99 with a February arrival date.

JAPANESE TF ROTF - RD-19 DEMOLISHOR (WHITE), RD-21 RAMPAGE (RED) We're importing two fo the Japanese ROTF figures. RD-19 Demolishor is the white Shanghai Attack version and is listed at $49.99, while RD-21 Rampage is the red Desert Combat version and is priced at $29.99.

DOCTOR WHO - 'THE END OF TIME' FIGURE SET This set of figures includes both the Tenth and Eleventh Doctors in the Tenth Doctor's suit, as well as the Master and the Narrator, played by Timothy Dalton. This set of four is priced at $59.99, and should arrive next month.

THE BLACK HOLE - V.I.N.CENT COLLECTIBLE FIGURE - TRON VERSION This V.I.N.CENT figure from "The Black Hole" has a color scheme inspired by the movie "Tron". Decked out in blues and greys, this figure is listed at $124.99, and should arrive this Spring.

THE GODFATHER COLLECTIBLE FIGURE This super-deformed figure from the classic movie was created for the D23 Expo 2009, and is almost a muppet-like version of the character. He even includes his trademark chair, and we have him priced at $139.99, saving you $10 off the MSRP.

FANTASIA - CHERNABOG 12" COLLECTIBLE FIGURE Another figure created for the D23 Expo 2009, Chernabog stands 12" tall and 12" wide, and has his aarms crossed over his Bald Mountain base. This figure is listed at $139.99, a savings of $10 off the MSRP.

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HOT TOYS SILK SPECTRE II We have received a shipment of the Hot Toys 1/6 scale Silk Spectre II from the "Watchmen" movie. This figure comes with the likeness of actress Malin Akerman, and is dressed in the skintight costume seen on screen. This figure is listed at $144.99, and will be great for comics and movie fans.

MARVEL UNIVERSE SECRET WARS 2010 SERIES 1 - CASE, SET, SINGLES Our Shipment of Marvel Universe Secret Wars 2010 Series 1 has arrived. We've got sets available, containing one each of Thor & Enchantress, Hawkeye & Piledriver and Mr. Fantastic & Ultron, priced at $44.99; we also have the case assortment available, with two each of the previous three, plus one each of Captain America & Klaw and Spider-Man & Thunderball, listed at $109.99. Finally, we have singles available of the last two sets, at $14.99 and $13.49 each.

TF ROTF NEST BUMBLEBEE & SOUNDWAVE TWO-PACK This new two-pack includes a newly-decorated Battlefield Bumblebee with shoulder cannons along with Infiltrator Soundwave in his new paintjob. This new NEST two-pack is listed at $23.99, and also includes the order form for an exclusive version of Ravage, although redemption of the certificate will require additional stickers from other TF ROTF NEST figures.

SW VEHICLE PACKS 2010 SERIES 1 - CASE, SINGLES This new assortment includes Obi-Wan on Freeco bike, Clone Scout with AT-RT, BARC Speeder with Commander Cody and Desert Sport Skiff with Anakin. You can pick up the case of 4 for $69.99, or you can pick your favorite singles, priced at $20.99 - $24.99 each.

SIDESHOW 12" COBRA SNIPER This new 1/6 scale GI Joe figure from Sideshow joins the ranks of COBRA and brings along a whole slew of accessories. From a Marksman Rifle with magazines and more, to the multiple hand sets he'll need to work them, and even clothing and other accessories, this figure is a great addition to the line, and is listed at $94.99, a savings of $5 off the MSRP.

SIDESHOW 12" EPISODE II CLONE TROOPER We've also received some of the Episode II Phase I 1/6 scale Clone Trooper. He comes with the standard trooper weapons as well as his detailed armor set with helmet, and a display base. Pick up this figure to swell the ranks of your army, priced at $87.99.

LOTR LEGOLAS PREMIUM FORMAT FIGURE A shipment has arrived containing the Sideshow Premium Format Legolas figure from the "Lord of the Rings" movies. He stands 20" tall, and stands with his bow at the ready. If you missed out on this one before, you can now pick him up for $269.99, a savings of $30 off the MSRP.

TF ROTF LEADER 2010 SERIES 1 - SET, SINGLES This assortmnet includes newly-recolored Shadow Command Megatron as well as Optimus Prime. You can pick them up as a set for $99.99, or you can opt for singles, with SC Megatron at $64.99, and Optimus at $39.50.

TF ROTF SCOUT 2010 SERIES 1 & 2 - CASE, SETS, SINGLES The new waves of Scouts have arrived. We have the Series 1 set, containing Sonar, Wide load and Brakedown, listed at $39.99; we also have the Series 2 set of Skystalker, Scattorshot and Divebomb priced at $39.99. If you are interested in both sets, you may choose the Series 1 & 2 set of 6 (containing one of each figure) for $59.99, or you can pick the case of 12 (2 of each figure) for $109.99.

TF ROTF VOYAGER 2010 SERIES 1 - SET, DEFENDER OPTIMUS SINGLE The new Voyager assortment includes Mindwipe and Defender Optimus Prime. We have the set of two listed at $47.99 and a case of 4 (two of each) at $89.99; we also have singles of Defender Optimus Prime available at $24.99.

TF ROTF MOVIE LEGENDS 2010 SERIES 2 - CASE, SET, SINGLES Movie Legends 2010 Series 2 includes new figures Jolt, Arcee and Stealth Bumblebee, and we have this set of 3 listed at $19.99. You can instead opt for the case assortment, containing two each of these three as well as one each of Power Armor Optimus Prime and Bluesteel Sideswipe for $44.99. Finally, we have singles available of Power Armor Optimus Prime and Bluesteel Sideswipe at $5.99 each.

HOT WHEELS ELITE 1/18 1966 BATMOBILE - SPECIAL EDITION MATTE BLACK VERSION The first of two new Hot Wheels Elite 1/18 scale Batmobiles, this version is from the 1966 TV show. Littered with details and moving parts, this car would be great for auto and Batman collectors alike, and is listed at $119.99.

HOT WHEELS ELITE 1/18 1989 BATMOBILE This new Hot Wheels Elite vehicle comes from the 1989 movie with Michael Keaton and Jack Nicholson, and features the period styling of the car from the movie. This Batmobile is listed at $109.99 - grab yours before the Joker gets away with them all.

STORM WARRIORS 1/6 SCALE SWORD & BLADE ACCESSORY SET This set of 1/6 scale metal weapons includes a variety of different blades in the popular scale. These pieces will look great in the hands of your collection's figures, and the set of 8 is listed at $59.99.

WWE 2010 BASIC TWO-PACKS SERIES 2 SET OF 3 The second wave of WWE 2010 Two-Packs has arrived hot on the hells of the first wave. This assortment includes John Morrison & The Miz, Finlay & Hornswoggle, and Carlito & Primo, and you can pick up the set of three for $59.99.

LIVING DEAD DOLLS TWISTED LOVE SET OF 2 This set includes Rose and Violet, dressed in 40's era outfits in their signature colors - Rose in red and Violet in blue. The dolls each come with a special charm which can be combined, and the set is listed at $41.99, $10 off the MSRP.

KISS RAH DEMON, STARCHILD Medicom has released figures of Paul Stanley as the Starchild and Gene Simmons as the Demon, from their Destroyer album. Like all of the Real Action Heroes figures, these two are loaded with detail and are sure to be a hit with fans of the band. Each figure is listed at $164.99, $15 below MSRP - pick your favorite, or get both and save more.

MARVEL SUPERHERO SQUAD 2010 SERIES 2 - SET, SINGLES A large shipment of Superhero Squad figures has arrived. We have a set of three new two-packs listed, including Reptil & Dr. Doom, Thor & Abomination and Spider-Man & Scarlet Witch, and it is priced at $32.99. We also have single two-packs of most of the assortment listed - check out the menu and pick your favorites from among these cute figures.

TFA FIGURES SERIES 1 SET We've just received a decent quantity of the TFA figure set, and we've got them on sale at $15.99 for the set. If you passed on these figures before, you may want to give them a second look, especially with the sale pricing.

ACCOUTREMENTS FIGURES Accoutrements is the producer of a line of historical and novelty figures with a wide variety to choose from. We've just restocked many of them, including Edgar Allen Poe, Alexander the Great, Charles Dickens, Houdini, the Deluxe and regular Librarians, Crazy Cat Lady and more, and most are priced at $9.99, with a few at $14.99 - check them out.

TF CDMW-02 CONSTRUCTION BRIGADE POWER PARTS CUSTOM HIPS/WAIST The newest of the CrazyDevy add-on accessories to arrive is this set of replacement waist & hips for G1 Devastator. This add-on will allow your figure to have thigh articulation, and will match the deco of the original figure as well as allowing missile attachment. We've got this add-on priced at $34.99 - give your Devastator this upgrade and watch him go for another round with the Dinobots.

TF GALAXY FORCE KOREAN BOX FIGURES We've received a shipment of Takara Galaxy Force figures. Due to the Korean packaging, we are able to offer these figures at somewhat reduced prices - check out the available figures and box sets, priced at $19.99 - $34.99 each.

TF ROTF HUMAN ALLIANCE - BARRICADE, BUMBLEBEE A large shipment of these excellent Human Alliance figure sets has arrived. We have Barricade with Frenzy listed at $44.99 and Bumblebee with Sam at $29.99 - pick your favorites and get ready for battle.

SW LEGACY BUILD-A-DROID WAVE 12 - CASE, SET, SINGLES This new case assortment includes figures like Willrow Hood, a new version of Zuckuss, a Bespin Wing Guard, a Concept Snowtrooper and more. We have the case of 12 listed at $99.99, with a set of 8 new figures at $79.99, and individual figure listings at $8.99 - $14.99 each.

SW CLONE WARS ANIMATED 2010 WAVE 1 REVISION 1 & WAVE 2 REVISION 1 - CASE, SET, SINGLES These assortments include a number of old and new figures, like Clone Trooper Jek, Cad Bane, Matchstick, Yoda, Clone Commander Cody and more. Wave 1 Revision 1 is listed as a case of 12 for $99.99, and Wave 2 Revision 1 is listed as a case of 12 for $99.99, and a set of 5 for $69.99. We also have singles available of most of the figures, listed at $9.99 - $13.99 each.

TWILIGHT NEW MOON SERIES 2 - SET, SINGLES This new assortment includes Jasper, Shirtless Jacob and two versions of Edward - Blue Shirt and Sparkle. You can pick up the set of four figures for $59.99; we also have singles available of all but Jasper, at $14.99 each.