October 8, 2008 - (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 ton of new arrivals and more cool new preorders from Hasbro.

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NEW ARRIVALS:
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GI JOE WAVE 10 Just in is our shipment of GI Joe Wave 10. The set for this wave includes Para-Viper, Croc Master, Mutt & Junkyard, Tiger Force Duke, Cobra Bazooka Trooper and Wraith, a new villain from the Devil's Due comics. The singles are available for $7.99-$9.99 each, while the set of six is priced at $49.99. The case takes these six and adds a Snake Eyes with parka (Version 7) and a BAT, and the whole deal is only $59.99 - check them out!

HENKEI SKYWARP & THUNDERCRACKER Our newest shipment of these Japanese Classics is here! For those that weren't able to pick up the Botcon set from 2007 to complete their Classics seeker collection, this pair is just what the doctor ordered. We've got the pair priced at $139.99, and we do have singles of each at $74.99 - check them out here

GI JOE EXTREME CONDITIONS 7-PACKS We've received these seven-packs in, and they're great! These 7-packs each features a variety of Cobra soldiers and officers, each in appropriate gear and with a number of equipment pieces. We've got these 7-packs up for only $34.99 each, while the set of both 7-packs is only $59.99, and a case of 5 of each of the two 7-packs is $274.99 - take a look at these new sets here

BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT MOVIE REALIZATION BATMAN & BAT-POD This excellent box set is an item no Bat-fan will want to miss. For only $114.99, this Bandai Movie Realization Box Set includes a 7.5" articulated Batman figure complete in new costume alongside his 13.5" Bat-Pod, which he can ride. On top of the figure and vehicle, this box also includes alternate hands, a batarang, a grapple gun and a display stand. Check it out!

12" MASTER CHIEF The hero of Halo finally comes home in 12" format! This awesome new figure comes in his standard green armor and is equipped for battle. He's the first figure in the new 12" Halo line, and his detail is something to see. Check him out for yourself, only $29.99!

BT-22 CONVOY The Binaltech everyone's been waiting for, Convoy (Optimus Prime) is here at last. Clad in die-cast glory, this red pickup transforms into the Autobots' heroic leader, and he's priced at only $59.99 - this piece is a great way to start or add to your collection!

MP-06 SKYWARP We've received another shipment of MP-06 toys in as well. Masterpiece Skywarp is decked out in his standard black and purple color scheme, and he has two different faces to display. Skywarp is priced at $104.99 - take a look at him, including his alternate faces, here

TRANSFORMERS UNIVERSE JAPANESE EDITION ULTRAS Our shipment of G1-cartoon accurate Universe Ultras has arrived. These have the same molds as their American counterparts, except Powerglide is in his usual red, Silverbolt in white and Onslaught a dark aquamarine color, as in the original cartoon. Check these guys out - only $54.99 each!

ALIEN 12" CAPTAIN DALLAS In charge of the Nostromo, Captain Dallas and his crew were the first humans to enjoy the company of the Aliens. This figure has 20 points of articulation, a light-up helmet, a full spacesuit with many accessories, and a display base with Alien egg. Check him out here at $144.99!

APPLESEED 12" TEREUS Hot Toys' Appleseed Saga Ex Machina Tereus poseable model kit stands 12" tall, and is dressed in standard officer gear. Accessories on him include his helmet and gun, and he's priced at $139.99, saving you $10 off the MSRP - take a look

1:1 CHUCKY FIGURE This life-sized reproduction of Chucky from "Seed of Chucky" is true to the puppet used in the film, having been created from castings of the original piece. His hair and clothing are perfect reproductions, and his clothing is even blood-stained, though he does not come with a knife. This beautiful piece is perfect for any Chucky fan, in stock now at 519.99

PADME VS NEXU DIORAMA This 1/9 scale diorama portrays Padme in battle with a deadly Nexu in a Geonosian arena. Padme stands atop the pillar wielding a chain, as the creature stalks up the side of the pillar, ready to swing his massive claws at her. This 19" tall piece is priced at $189.99 - take a look!

TF UNIVERSE DELUXE WAVE 3 SET OF 5, SINGLES This new assortment brings us some really nice classic figures. Ironhide may be the standout in this wave, but the others are really nice too. The set is priced at only $59.99, the case of 8 at $89.99, and the singles at $11.99-$12.99 each. Take a look!

GI JOE DVD BATTLE PACKS WAVE 2 The third and fourth GI Joe DVD Battle Packs are now in stock. "Pyramid of Darkness" and "Arise Serpentor Arise" each include the named miniseries on DVD as well as 4 action figures, with accessories, stands and file cards. We've got the pair listed for only $44.99, and the singles are only $23.99 - take a look at the new sets here

12" RAH BLADE Marvel's vampire hunter is back! Medicom's 12" Real Action Heroes Blade figure features the usual RAH articulation combined with cloth costuming and accessories. Even the scowl on his face is right - at only $97.99, he a great addition to any collection.

12" RAH EPISODE II CLONE TROOPER Another new figure using Medicom's great RAH body, this Clone Trooper comes clad in armor with his T-visored helmet, and includes a blaster and a display base. He's listed at $139.99 ($10 off MSRP), so grab one before Order 66 is implemented!

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NEW PREORDERS:
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DTC EXCLUSIVE GI JOES The Direct to Consumer Wave 4 rises from the ashes! Three new re-orders are up for figures from this wave - Airtight Vs. Cobra Officer, Outback Vs. Night Viper and Lt. Falcon Vs. Munitia and Python Patrol Copperhead. Take a look at these new sets, priced at $49.99 for the pairs and $69.99 for the trio

NEW HASBRO TRANSFORMERS - MANY NEW ANIMATED & UNIVERSE FIGURES:

ANIMATED LEADER ROADBUSTER ULTRA MAGNUS This should be a very cool repaint of one of the most popular figures of the Animated series. Preorders have been listed at $47.99

ANIMATED VOYAGER - WRECK-GAR & ATOMIC LUGNUT Sets, singles and cases available

ANIMATED DELUXE - WAVE 6 FIGURES Waspinator and Samurai Prowl join the line-up - sets & cases available

UNIVERSE VOYAGER WAVE 5 Leo Prime and Overload are now available singly or as part of a set with Inferno or as a case - no pictures yet, but here are the listings

UNIVERSE LEGENDS WAVE 5 Another nice set of mini figures for only $19.99 - this set includes: Autobot Cosmos, Rodimus, Autobot Wheelie, Warpath

LIVING DEAD DOLLS PRESENTS JASON VOORHEES The newest LDD Presents figure, this one will be based on Jason as he'll appear in the 2009 remake of the classic "Friday the 13th" film. As soon as pictures are available we'll get them up for you, meanwhile, we've got him listed at only $25.99, here

CINEMA OF FEAR JASON VOORHEES This figure will also be of the upcoming Jason in the new movie, but we've got an image for you on this one. This figure will be released singly - no need for other characters to get in the way! Take a look; he's priced at only $16.99!