February 7, 2009 - (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 preorders and more new arrivals.

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GI JOE HALL OF HEROES The most popular GI Joe figures from the 25th Anniversary collection are back in the new Hall of Heroes line. The first case of figures includes Snake Eyes with Timber, Firefly, a B.A.T., Storm Shadow (white), Beachhead, a Cobra Viper, a Crimson Guard, Flint, Zartan and Snake Eyes (black). The singles are listed at $9.99 - $14.99 each, or you can save a few bucks and pick up the case of 10 figures for $109.99.

TF - GEAR OF WAR ACCESSORY SET We've listed the latest TFC Toys accessory set up on our website. This assortment includes upgrade pieces for Classics/Henkei/Universe figures, with a fire truck ladder for Inferno, three different missiles and launchers for Sideswipe, Mirage, etc., and a transforming Auto-Scout tape drone, which fits in G1 or reissue Soundwave's chest. The missile/launcher sets will come with one each of all three different colors - silver, red and black, and the whole set is priced at $44.99. Check it out here

GEARS OF WAR LOCUST HIVE BOX SET This is the ultimate troop builder set for Gears of War fans. This box set includes four Locust drone figures, with a total of seven different heads to mix and match as you like. The whole set is listed at $39.99, and you can check out the pic of the heads and bodies here

TERMINATOR: SALVATION TERMINATOR FACTORY DIORAMA This new diorama piece from Hot Toys shows a T-700 Terminator being created on an assembly-line machine. The piece is 1/6 scale, measuring 15" tall, and includes a light-up button, light-up eyes, and a "Terminator: Salvation" display base. We've got this piece priced at $119.99, and it's scheduled to arrive this April.

TRANSFORMER GENERATIONS 2009 - BOOK & ELECTRO DISRUPTOR LIGIER This new Japanese release is an annual-type book discussing the newest Transformer releases of the last year, and information on upcoming pieces like Disney Label, MP Grimlock and the Alternity figures. It also includes a coupon (Japanese-use, and may be removed) that allows the purchase of a special clear and smoke version of Ligier (Classics Mirage). We will be receiving a number of the figures as well as the book, and we have them listed singly at $34.99 for the book and $89.99 for the exclusive figure, or you can pick up the set for $119.99.

X-23 COMIQUETTE This young girl is more dangerous than she looks, being the only surviving clone of Wolverine. The statue of X-23 stands 19.5" tall, and is taken from the NYX miniseries, before she hunted and later joined up with the X-Men. She's priced at $189.99 ($10 below MSRP), and available here

1/72 SCALE COMPLETED MILLENNIUM FALCON WITH DISPLAY CASE This Fine Molds product is done in celebration of the 30th anniversary of Star Wars, and is a fully assembled, painted and weathered 1/72 scale model of the Millennium Falcon. It is limited to 500 pieces, and is mounted on a serially-numbered base and enclosed in a removable acrylic display case. Measuring just over 32" long, this piece needs to be seen to be believed, and we've got it listed at $1799.99. Go check out the pics for this fabulous new piece here

TRANSFORMERS RESTOCK - CAR ROBOTS We've got a shipment of Transformer restock toys on its way. A good part of the shipment is made up of Car Robots Transformers, including God Magnus, listed at $39.99, Black Convoy, also at $39.99, and train-bots J-Four and J-Five at $14.99 each. Check out the available pieces and place your pre-orders for these figures here

TRANSFORMERS RESTOCK - JAPANESE BEAST WARS The rest of the shipment includes Japanese Beast Wars releases in Korean packaging. Included in this assortment are Galvatron, Megastorm, Starscream & BB, Big Convoy, Longrack vs Guiledart, Cohrada va Saberback, Stampy vs Sling, Cheetas vs Waspitas, Autojetter, Autolauncher, Autostinger and Autocrasher, with prices ranging from $14.99 to $44.99 each.

NEW TONNER DOLLS We've just listed a number of new Tonner dolls, from various lines. We've got new Wizard of Oz dolls and outfits, new 22" Disney Collection Princesses, new Snow White, Torchwood, Doctor Who and Harry Potter dolls, as well as DC Stars and DC Women of Power. We've also listed their newest line of Muppet products, centered around Miss Piggy herself. Check out all the available Tonner items, both in stock and pre-orders, at this page (you'll find most of the new entries near the end of the list).

STREET FIGHTER 18" KEN STATUE Ryu's friend and compatriot Ken Masters is the next Street Fighter personality to receive the 18" statue treatment. Priced at $239.99, Pop Culture Shock's newest release is limited to 400 pieces worldwide, stands 18" tall and includes his own cloth outfit.

NECA: PROTOTYPE - ALEX MERCER FIGURE Alex Mercer is the hero (villain?) of the upcoming game Prototype. Possessed of super strength, a measure of invulnerability and the ability to shapeshift, he looks like he's ready to take on all comers. Alex is priced at $14.99, and should arrive this July.

12" MOVIE MASTERPIECE SILKEN FLOSS FIGURE - hot10203 This uptight lady from "The Spirit" is done in 1/6 scale and comes dressed in her movie-accurate military outfit. She's got over 30 points of articulation and comes with removable hat, glasses, belt, necklace, syringe and more. Silken Floss is priced at $179.99, and has a 2nd Quarter release date.

BARACK OBAMA 1/6 SCALE FIGURE Our newest president will be getting his first 1/6 scale figure soon. This new figure from DiD will measure about 12" tall and include two head sculpts, two ties, multiple hand sets, a watch, an American flag, a wooden stool and a microphone. This new figure is listed at $57.99, and you can check him out here

24 - 1/6 SCALE JACK BAUER REAL MASTERPIECE FIGURE From Enterbay comes this new 1/6 scale Jack Bauer figure from 24. Sculpted in the likeness of Kiefer Sutherland, this figure will include an outfit including bulletproof vest, multiple hands, a display stand and accessories like a handgun, a silencer, a holster, a flashlight and a messenger bag. This figure is priced at $199.99, and looks great.

WOLVERINE & THE X-MEN SERIES 1 CASE The new animated series "Wolverine & the X-Men" also has action figures coming. This new case includes Wolverine (x3), Logan (x2), Cyclops (x2), Beast, Avalanche, Iceman and two other figures to be announced. This case is also listed at $99.99, and we've got images for the figures as well.

WOLVERINE SUPERHERO SQUAD - SET, MESSIAH COMPLEX Wolverine is also getting his own assortments of Superhero Squad figures (boy, he's a popular fella nowadays...). Five new sets will be released, and we've got the set of five sets listed at $59.99. Only one set has been announced so far - a Messiah Complex pack including Wolverine (X-Force costume), X-23, Cable and Mr. Sinister, and we've got it listed singly at $11.99, as well as part of the set of five.

BLUE THUNDER DIE-CAST HELICOPTER This new release form Organic is a die-cast version of the title chopper from "Blue Thunder." It includes a removable canopy with detailed cockpit and a moveable nose-mounted Gatling gun. We've got this one priced at $129.99 ($10 below MSRP), and you can check the pictures out here

RAH COBRA FIGURE This new 1/6 scale figure of Space Pirate Cobra comes dressed in his costume, and includes a removable flesh covering over his left hand, exposing his weapon. We've got him priced at $174.99 ($15 below MSRP), and you can check him out here

GEARS OF WAR SERIES 3 NOTE, SINGLES We've received confirmation on the case packs for Gears of War wave 3, and we're happy to announce that the set of 4 figures at $64.99 has been increased to a set of 5 (with two different Locust figures) for just $69.99. In addition to this, we've listed singles for the GoW2 version of Marcus and the Theron Palace guard, priced at $15.99 each. Check them out here

STAR WARS SAGA LEGENDS 2009 WAVE 2 REVISION 1 CASE This new case assortment includes a wide variety of figures to fill in your collection. We've got the case of 12 listed $99.99, and it contains the following figures: R2-D2, Yoda, Anakin Skywalker (Darth Vader), Obi-Wan Kenobi, Clone Trooper, Super Battle Droid, Darth Vader, Darth Maul, 501st Trooper, Sandtrooper, Saesee Tiin and Episode III white Clone Trooper.

GODFATHER LIFE SIZE BUST Don Vito Corleone is soon to be released as a life-sized bust by Sideshow. Measuring 21" tall by 17" wide by 10" deep, this piece is the perfect collectible for any Godfather fan. We have the Don listed at $479.99, $20 below MSRP.

PLANET OF THE APES COSBABIES We've just listed six different cosbabies from the "Planet of the Apes." These cute figures are priced at $8.99 each, and the lineup includes Cornelius, Zira, Taylor, General Urko, Dr. Zaius and a Soldier Ape. You can check out the assortment and pick your favorites here

DRAGONBALL Z RESIN STATUES A number of Dragonball Z statues have gone up for pre-order. These pieces are made by Attakus and include Cell, Freezer, Krillin, Son Gohan, Son Goku and Vegeta, each with it's own special base - collect them and build your own DBZ diorama!

METAL GEAR SOLID SNAKE VCDS We've listed some new Metal Gear VCDs of Solid Snake. We don't have many details on these figures yet, but we do know that he will be released in three versions - a normal version, a clear version and a zombie version. We've got each one listed at $79.99, and they're expect to be released this September.

LPS POSTCARD PETS WAVE 2 The first series of Postcard Pets was very popular, and now Hasbro has
announced the second assortment. The wave 2 case includes two each of Armadillo, Hermit Crab and Turtle, with one each of Dachshund and Sea Horse, and is listed at $56.99. We've also got singles listed for each figure - Armadillo, Hermit Crab and Turtle at $7.99 each, and Dachshund and Sea Horse at $9.99 each.

LPS G3 PLAYPACK WAVE 3 CASE Hasbro has announced a new case of LPS G3 Playpacks. This new assortment includes Tropical Treasure, Lemonade Stand, the Talent Show Playpack and the Fashion Show Playpack, and we've got this case listed at $47.99.

LPS DECO PETS WAVE 3 Another assortment of Deco Pets has also been announced. This wave includes the Kitty from the previous wave, along with Panda, Dachshund and Penguin, and they'll come with stickers, gems, glitter glue and more. We've got this case priced at $45.99, and it is expected this April.

LPS COLLECTIBLE PETS WAVE A3R1, B3R1 Two new revision cases of LPS Collectible Pets have been listed. Case A3 Revision 1 includes Cow, Turtle, Bunny, Cat, Birds, and new figure Walrus with Igloo; Case B3 revision 1 contains Cat, Bunny, Dachshund, Sugar Glider & Spider, Mouse & Rat, and new figure Swan. Each case is priced at $31.99, and you can check them out here

KISS KUBRICK SET This great set puts the princes of rock into Kubrick form and gives them all to you in one place. Clad in their classic concert outfits, they're sure to be a hit with rock fans everywhere. We've got the set of four priced at $49.99, and you can check out the pics here

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DC UNIVERSE WAVE 6 - SET, SINGLES The newest wave of DC Universe Classics has arrived in full. This assortment includes Black Costume Superman, Mr. Miracle, Dr. Impossible, Hawkman, Killer Moth and Shazam. We've got the set of six (with all the pieces for the Kalibak BAF) priced at $79.99; we also have singles available of each figure but Shazam, priced at $13.99 each

GI JOE MIGHTY MUGGS WAVE 2 The second assortment of GI Joe Mighty Muggs includes fan-favorite characters Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow, along with new figures of Destro and the Baroness. You can get the case of four, priced at $49.99, or you can opt for the pair of Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow at $23.99, or singles of Destro and the Baroness at $17.99 each. Check out the available figures here

HOT TOYS MOVIE MASTERPIECE BATPOD This awesome 1/6 scale vehicle will excite any Bat-fan. Measuring over 2 feet long, it's got huge rubber tires and also includes a 'blowing' cape with frame to attach to any 12" Batman riding the Bat-Pod, to look like the wind is billowing the cape out behind him. One piece came in with an opened box, and we were blown away by the details on this piece. We've got it listed at $294.99 - don't miss out on this one!

RAH CHUN-LI We've received our shipment of Real Action Heroes Chun Li, the first lady of Street Fighter. She comes dressed in her blue outfit and includes an alternate pair of hands, as well as a display base. She's priced at $199.99 - check her out here

DC TROPHY ROOM BAT-SIGNAL This awesome swivel-mounted Bat-collectible measures 12" tall, and can shine the bat-signal up to 16 feet away. It also comes with a cling to protect the lens of the signal when not in use. This new piece is priced at $309.99 ($85 below MSRP), and you can get yours here

BSG APOLLO & DUALLA TWO-PACK Diamond has released this new two-pack of Battlestar Galactica figures, in time for the final season of the series. Included here are Lee "Apollo" Adama in his Pegasus Command uniform, and Anastasia Dualla in her duty uniform. This pair is priced at $24.99 ($7 below MSRP) - check them out here

GALACTIC HEROES CINEMA SCENES 2009 WAVE 01 CASE This new case includes two sets - the Escape from the Death Star set with General Dodonna, Jek Porkins, an R4 unit and an X-Wing Fighter, and the Snowspeeder set with a snowspeeder, Luke skywalker and his co-pilot, along with a probe droid. This case is priced at $49.99, and is available here

1/6 SCALE SPIRIT DELUXE COLLECTOR FIGURE This new figure from DC Direct measures about 13" tall, and comes dressed in the Spirit's signature trenchcoat. Coming with his hat and his tie blowing in the wind, this piece faithfully recreates the character from Frank Miller's "The Spirit" movie, and it's priced at $84.99 ($15 below MSRP).

TRIAD TOYS TERNION WARS FIGURES, SETS We've received a shipment of figures from Triad Toys. Included in it are the 12" Shiroikage and Genzoukage deluxe figures, priced at $94.99 each, and also the limited Amaya character set, which comes with a complete multi-layered clothing set and metal accessories like her sais and arm guards, priced at $119.99. Don't miss out on these great new figures - check them out here

TRIAD TOYS OTAKU 1.0 BODIES Also in from Triad are their Otaku 1.0 female bodies. These 1/6 scale figures feature over 25 points of articulation, with interchangeable head, hands and feet. Each doll come with three total sets of hands, and is dressed in basic underclothes. Choose from the Caucasian version 2, the pale or the tan body, each priced at $29.99.

1966 TV SERIES BATMOBILE REPLICA This fantastic new collectible will be a "must-have" for any fan of the 1966 TV series. This piece is made of cold-cast porcelain, hand-painted and including a battery-operated light-up feature. This piece is listed at $199.99, $50 below MSRP, and you can look at it here

FF GABRANTH HELM This new 1/1 scale replica helmet of Judge Master Gabranth is created from FRP fiber reinforced plastic utilizing the CG data from the game, and measures over 14" tall. it also comes with its own display stand, with Final Fantasy 12 logo nameplate. We've got this piece listed at $799.99, a full $200 below the MSRP, and you can catch a pic of this great piece here

1/6 SCALE SINESTRO DELUXE COLLECTOR FIGURE Sinestro's new 13" deluxe collector figure comes dressed in his new duds as leader of the Sinestro Corps, an army of yellow lantern-wielding warriors using the power of fear. Sinestro includes alternate pairs of hands and also a yellow lantern, which lights up with a turn of the base. We've got Sinestro listed at $74.99, $15 below the MSRP, and you can take a look at him here

CINEMA OF FEAR STYLIZED LEATHERFACE Following up on the hit Stylized Jason, Mezco has released a new styled horror figure - Stylized Leatherface. This creepy man-monster includes a removable apron, and also comes with a blood bucket, a blood-spattered mallet, a bone-handled knife and his chainsaw. Leatherface is in stock now, and priced at $24.99 ($5 below MSRP).

LPS COLLECTIBLE WAVE B1 REVISION 1 CASE We've received a shipment of Littlest Pet Shop Collectible Pets wave B1, revision 1. This assortment includes Panda, Penguin, Snail & Whale, Dwarf Bunny & Bunny, Duck & Boxer and Inchworm, and you can get the whole case of six for $31.99 - take a look

GI JOE 12" SERIES 5 - CASE, SINGLES The newest assortment of GI Joe 12" figures has arrived. Series 5 includes Snake Eyes, Storm Shadow, Snow Job, Cobra Eel, Grunt and Dusty, and the case of six is priced at $89.99. We've also got singles available of all of the figures except Snow Job, priced at $14.99 - $24.99 each.