January 13, 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, more new preorders, and our latest sale.

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WINTER CLEARANCE SALE
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We currently have over 1600 items in stock priced at 20% to 90% below our list pricing. 400 Items are priced at 50% to 90%. Here is a great chance to pick up some older and/or overstocked items at a significant discount. Take a look through the sales menus here:
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=1049

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NEW ARRIVALS
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WWE 2010 FIGURES We've just received the first waves of a number of the WWE 2010 figure lines. We have the Basic Figure Series 1 set of 6 at $64.99; the Wrestlemania Heritage figures are listed at $69.99 for the set of 6, with singles of John Cena, Randy Orton, the Undertaker and Stone Cold Steve Austin at $11.99 each. The Two-Packs Series 1 set of 3 is priced at $59.99, with single two-packs of Ted DiBiase & Cody Rhodes and Shawn Michaels & Chris Jericho at $19.99 each. Finally, the Elite Figures Series 1 includes Edge, the Undertaker, MVP, CM Punk and Rey Mysterio for $84.99, with singles of the Undertaker at $16.99 each.

MARVEL MINIMATES WAVE 31, 32 We've just received two new waves of Marvel Minimates from Diamond. Wave 31 includes Shadowcat, Captain Britain, Captain Marvel, Black Bolt, Angel, Silver Age Angel and two of Jamie Madrox; Wave 32 includes Cable, X-23, Titanium Man, Extremis Iron Man, Yellowjacket, Goliath and two Kree Soldiers. Each assortment is available for $24.99, a savings of $7 off the MSRP for each set of 8.

BIOSHOCK SERIES 2 The second wave of NECA's Bioshock figures includes both a Big Sister and Subject Delta from Bioshock 2. The fireman-looking Subject Delta Big Daddy is available singly for $14.99, or you can pick up the set of both figures for $29.99.

HOT TOYS - ALIEN - BIG CHAP In celebration of the 30th anniversary of the original ALIEN film, the Alien 'Big Chap' is based on the original designs of H. R. Giger. The fully articulated collectible is in scale with the previously released Hot Toys Movie Masterpiece 1:6 Scale Alien and Predator releases. Available now at $139.99

ARMY OF TWO ACTION FIGURES From the hotly-anticipated new sequel Army of Two: The 40th Day comes the first ever action figures of Salem and Rios! These highly-detailed and game-authentic figures stand nearly 7" tall and feature multiple points of articulation including hinged masks. Also included are machine guns and sniper rifles that can be pegged to figures' backs just like in game.

IRON MAN MARK II BUST - LIMITED TO 100 Iron Man has been captured in 1:1 scale in his unique powered armor, taken directly from the molds used to create the film costume. Each handcrafted bust is cast in high-quality fiberglass, hand finished and hand painted to exacting standards, each with a unique quality that is the trademark of a Sideshow Collectibles product. Complete with LED light-up glowing eyes, the light-up feature can be powered by the supplied power cord and wall plug. Two pieces are in stock at $999.99

ALIEN POWER LOADER POLYSTONE DIORAMA Ripley discovers that a lone fertile queen is responsible for the continuation of the species, producing a colony of sterile warriors. The Queen Alien is larger and stronger than the warriors, and in an epic confrontation, Ripley utilizes a Power Loader as a means of protection and power to battle the Queen. In stock now at $279.99

RESISTANCE SERIES 01 - SET, SINGLES This assortment of video-game based figures includes Ravager, Nathan Hale with Swarmer, Steelhead and Chimera Advanced Hybrid; we have the figures available singly for $15.99 each, or you can save a few bucks and pick up the set of four for $59.99.

DC UNIVERSE SERIES 11 - SET, SINGLES We've finally received shipments of the remaining figures from wave 11 of the DC Universe Classics line. We now have the entire set of 8 figures available at $124.99, and we also have singles available of Cyborg Superman, Deadman (and his variant), John Stewart, Katma Tui, the Question and both versions of Steppenwolf, along with 'Best Of' versions of Batman and Superman, priced from $16.99 to $21.99 each.

AVATAR THANATAR FIGURE This cat-like beast from 'Avatar' is a fierce predator and is respected for its power and danger. We have received a shipment of this figure, and we have it listed at $16.99 - don't miss out on this creature from the popular feature film.

STARSHIP TROOPERS RODGER YOUNG PEWTER STARSHIP This 9" pewter replica is of the starship that carried young Johnny Rico into his war against the Bug forces. The ship is loaded with detail, and we have it listed at $114.99, which saves you $15 off the MSRP for the piece.

TF ROTF DELUXE 2010 SERIES 1 - CASE, SET, SINGLES This new case assortment includes two each of Tuner Mudflap, Alliance Bumblebee and Dirge as well as an Armorhide and an Autobot Gears. The case is priced at $99.99; you could instead opt for the set of 4 (one each of all except Autobot Gears) priced at $59.99, or go for singles of your favorites, priced at $14.99 - $19.99 each.

LPS COLLECT & GET 2.0 DIARY ASSORTMENT WAVE 1 SET We've received a shipment of the third figure in this assortment, so we can finally offer you the set of all three figures - Monkey, Shepherd and Ladybug - priced at $12.99. We've also still got plenty of singles of the Monkey and Shepherd, priced at $4.49 each.

GET THE PETS 2010 SERIES A1 SINGLES Our cases of this assortment came and went, but we've still got a good assortment of the singles. We've got Lop Ear Bunny, Panda, Dachshund, Hermit Crab, Kitty and Chinchilla available, listed at $4.99 - $5.99 each.

STAR WARS R2-D2 VCD This squat vinyl version of R2-D2 takes everything cute about the little robot and magnifies it. He wants to join your collection, and we have him listed at $65.99. Don't miss out on this 8" version of Sci-Fi's favorite robot.

STAR WARS CLONE WARS BUILD-A-DROID 2009 WAVE 1 RESTOCK We've recently got a shipment in of the first wave of Star Wars Legacy Build-A-Droid figures. We have them in both regular and First Day Release stickered versions, and most are discounted as well - check out the available figures at the Legacy Build-A-Droid menu, and fill those holes in your collection, with some bargain prices.

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NEW PREORDERS
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CHOGOKIN GX-53 MUTEKI KOJIN DAITARN 3 The latest in the Bandai's Soul of Chogokin line is the GX-53 Daitarn 3. This figure is fully transformable, and includes a number of accessories from the anime. This figure should arrive in May, and we have it listed at $199.99, $15 below MSRP.

GUNDAM IMPORTED MODEL KITS - CLEAR BODY PARTS SPECIAL EDITIONS AND MORE We've just listed a wide variety of upcoming Gundam model kits. Many of these are previously-released model kits being re-released with new clear
body part sets such as the Ball, Guntank, Crossbone Gundam and Sazabi, and we've also listed brand new kits such as the Screen Image Special Edition Unicorn Gundam and the Titanium Finish Version Sinanju. Many of these are Master Grade 1/100 scale, although some of the new kits are 1/144 HGUC or other 1/144 scale lines, and we've even listed a Mega Size 1/48 Scale RX-78-2 model kit, priced at $99.99.

JAPANESE TRANSFORMERS ANIMATED - SET, SINGLES The robots from Transformers: Animated are making their first appearance as a Takara product. These versions of Optimus, Bumblebee, Megatron and more have paintjob and deco differences from the way they looked over here. We have the initial wave of seven figures listed singly at $29.99 - $54.99, or you can pick up the set of all seven for $269.99.

ENCORE METROPLEX REISSUE The response to this Encore figure was so great (even with knockoffs flooding the market) that it is going back for another run. If you missed out on this piece the first time, now is your chance to get your pre-order in, priced at $94.99.

WHITE QUEEN RETRO & MODERN STATUES Bowen Designs is putting out two versions of the White Queen this season - a Retro version from her Hellfire Club days priced at $159.99 and a Modern version from her Astonishing X-Men and other current appearances, listed at $169.99. Each one is listed at $10 off the MSRP, so pick your favorite (or get both) and save.

AVATAR LEONOPTERYX This flying creature from Pandora has a 20" wingspan and can carry 3.75" figures on its back. This animal also comes with an iTag and a display stand, and we have it listed at $29.99. This one should be arriving soon.

SABRETOOTH PREMIUM FORMAT FIGURE The first of two eagerly-awaited Premium Format figures announced recently by Sideshow, Sabretooth is shown in his standard costume from the comics, and stands 19" tall on his base. We've got him listed at $299.99, a savings of $20 off the MSRP.

MOLA RAM PREMIUM FORMAT FIGURE Mola Ram, Indy's enemy from the Temple of Doom, is the other new Premium Format figure. Kali's High Priest comes with two different heads as well as alternate hands, including one holding a burning heart; we have him priced at $274.99, $15 off the MSRP.

HULK 1:1 LIFE SIZED BUST This life sized bust of the classic green Hulk has him sculpted in a trademark grimace, looking like he's ready to smash someone. This piece measures 20" high by 19" wide, and we have it listed at $469.99, saving you $30 off of the MSRP.

ALLOSAURUS VS CAMARASAURUS DIORAMA The latest in Sideshow's Dinosauria line of dioramas is this new piece showing some allosauruses taking down a Camarasaurus. The dioramas show a harshness possessed by nature that is not often seen in children's books, and this piece is no exception. We have it priced at $274.99, saving you $20 off the MSRP.

X-FORCE DIORAMA This new piece shows the early core members of the newest X-team. The lineup here includes Wolverine along with X-23 (the female Wolverine clone), former X-Force member Warpath and New Mutant Wolfsbane. This diorama even includes both masked and unmasked heads for Wolverine, and is listed at $274.99, saving you $15 off of the MSRP.

FANTASIA CHERNABOG MAQUETTE Sideshow is releasing an 18" maquette of the demon Chernabog from Fantasia. This statue shows him directing his evil minions from the top of Bald Mountain, lit by an ominous orange glow. This piece is listed at $279.99, $15 off the MSRP.

TF ROTF NEBULAR STARSCREAM This new green and gray version of Starscream is coming to the states soon, and we'll be able to get a hold of a limited quantity for our customers. This edition is listed at $44.99, and should arrive next month.

TF ROTF EZ DEVASTATOR BOX SET This domestic version of the Takara EZ Collection Devastator is releasing as a box set, saving you the trouble of tracking them down individually. We've got this box set listed at $54.99 - don't miss out on this great looking, fully-transforming Constructicon set of 7 figures.

UFC FIGURES We've listed a army of UFC figures for you. We've got 11 waves of singles listed by case and sometimes singly, along with a wide variety of two-packs, Octagons, Belts, Micro Figures and more - check out the whole menu for all the details.

TNA 2010 FIGURES The renaissance of sports figures continues with the new TNA 2010 figures from Jakks. We have the Cross the Line two-packs set of 4 at $64.99, along with the Deluxe Impact Series 1 set of 6 at $59.99, and a few singles of Legends of the Ring Series 1 left, at $14.99 each.

WWE 2010 FIGURES We've listed four more waves of WWE 2010 figures as well. we've listed Basic Series 2, Basic Survivor Series, Two-Packs Series 2 and Elite Series 2 - check out all of the pre-order for WWE 2010 at the menu.

TOY STORY 3 FIGURES, PLAYSETS. SPACE RANGER GEAR, BUDDY PACKS, HOT WHEELS CASE The upcoming movie has prompted the announcement of a wide variety of 'Toy Story 3' items. From Hot Wheels cars and 2" Buddy Pack figures to Playsets, Space Ranger gear and full size figures, we've got loads of new items ready for you to browse and order.

BRAVE GOKIN 31 - TIME DOTABATTAN This grasshopper-shaped mech is also known as Time Bokan II, from the 'Time Bokan' anime. This mech is used for exploration and battle, and includes inchworm and firefly beetle sub-ships as well. This mech is listed at $124.99, with an April arrival date.

EVANGELION 2.0 KUBRICK SERIES 2 BOX OF 24 The lineup for this assortment appears to include Asuka and Mari, along with the purple and orange recolor of EVA-01 and three of the Angels. We have this case of 24 blind-boxed figures listed at $314.99, saving you $21 off the MSRP.

DOCTOR WHO TIME SQUAD 'THE END OF TIME' FIGURE SET This set of Time Squad figures pulls figures from the first four assortments of Time Squad including the Tenth Doctor, and includes a Collect & Build figure of the Master as he appears in 'The End of Time.' We have this set listed at $32.99, and it is a great way to start picking up these mini figures if you missed out on the previous release.

LPS ON-THE-GO PET CARRIERS WAVE 2, ACCESSORY PURSE 2010 WAVE 2 Two new waves of Littlest Pet Shop On-the-go Pets items have been listed. The Mini Pet Carrier Wave 2 set includes Cat, Mouse and Pigeon and is priced at $34.99, with singles at $12.99 each. The Accessory Purse 2010 Wave 2 Set includes three new purses, listed at $21.99, or $8.99 individually.