October 17, 2012 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several items of interest to collectors:
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NEW PREORDERS
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NEW GENTLE GIANT ITEMS
Gentle Giant has announced six new items for the beginning of 2013. We have a Gandalf Mini Bust from The Hobbit at $62.99 ($7 off the MSRP), a Walking Dead Zombie Army Men Bag of 10 at $12.99, a Marvel Venom Bookend at $123.99 ($14 off the MSRP), a Sy Snootles Mini bust at $67.99 ($7 off the MSRP), a set of AT-AT Bookends at $199.99 ($25 off the MSRP) and a 12" Scale Power Droid at $79.99 ($10 off the MSRP). All of these new items can be seen at the link.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10975
DC COLLECTIBLES NOVEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Four new items are up for pre-order from DC Collectibles. The New 52 line of figures continues with green Arrow, priced at $20.99; we also have a New 52 Booster Gold Bust at $59.99 ($10 off the MSRP), as well as a Metallic Superman Statue from "Batman: The Dark Knight Returns" at $69.99 ($10 off the MSRP) and a Vertigo Cover Girls: Death Statue at $84.99 ($15 off the MSRP).
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10954
TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS SOUNDWAVE, SOUNDBLASTER
Takara has announced their next two releases in the TG line. Soundwave and Soundblaster are Voyager-sized and come with Laserbeak and Buzzsaw, respectively. We have these figures listed at $64.99 each. While you're checking these out, you can take a peek at the new images of the other TG figures too, like Kickback, Starscream and the Combaticons.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10961
TRANSFORMERS DELUXE SEEKER SET - ASIAN EXCLUSIVE
This new ACE Asian Exclusive set includes the Classic/Henkei versions of Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker, which are to have new metallic paintjobs. We have this exclusive listed at $169.99, although this price may change.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK11590&mode=re...
FANSPROJECT COMMANDER ARMOR RESTOCK - CITY, SHADOW
We have been able to get a small quantity of these two popular armor sets to restock our pre-order listings. Any of the various Classic or Henkei versions of Prime or Ultra Magnus will fit the armor sets, and we expect the City Commander set to come with the TFX-03 Add-On set to add additional firepower to your bot. We have the City Commander Trailer Set with the TFX-03 Add-On listed at $134.99, while the Shadow Commander trailer Set is priced at $109.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=FansProject+Commander
TERMINATOR 2 T-800 ENDO-ARM REPLICA
This new replica from Hollywood Collectibles is limited to 500 pieces worldwide and is made of polystone, fiberglass and metal with a triple chrome plating. The base comes with blue lighting and the item also includes an acrylic cover. We have this piece listed at $749.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=HCO10129&mode=re...
GOLGO 13 1/6 SCALE DUKE TOGO
The master assassin from the long-running manga Golgo 13 will soon be available in the form of this new 1/6 scale figure. This piece comes with an M16 Rifle and case, a full cloth outfit and black leather shoes, and is listed at $159.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=3R10000&mode=retail
LORD OF THE RINGS FRODO & SAMWISE STATUE
This statue shows Frodo and Sam making their way across Mordor in stolen Orc armor. It stands 14" tall and is listed at $274.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=SSC11182&mode=re...
NEW MARVEL STATUES FROM BOWEN
Three new pieces have been announced by Bowen Designs. They include a Spider-Man Modern Museum 12" Statue at $229.99, a Doc Samson 13.5" Statue at $234.99 and a Kingpin 12" Statue at $239.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Bowen+Statues
AVENGERS THOR'S HAMMER MJOLNIR 1:1 SCALE PROP REPLICA
The first of two new eFX items this week is this replica of Thor's hammer from the movie. It is made of resin, polystone, leather and metal with mirror chrome painting and comes with a display base and Certificate of Authenticity. We have it listed at $559.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=EFX10026&mode=re...
AVENGERS COULSON'S VINTAGE CAPTAIN AMERICA TRADING CARDS SET
This set includes both "Near Mint" and "Bloody" versions of the complete set of 12 cards, along with a Certificate of Authenticity and presentation booklet. This set is listed at $37.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=EFX10025&mode=re...
SUPER STREET FIGHTER IV ARCADE EDITION - ONI 12" RESIN STATUE
SOTA Toys has announced a 12" statue of the bad guy from Super Street Fighter IV Arcade Edition, Oni. He is surrounded by his beads and has light-up flames and base courtesy of LEDs. We have this statue listed at $159.99, $15 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=SOT10226&mode=re...
BORDERLANDS CLAPTRAP BLU14 SPECIAL LIMITED EDITION FIGURE
NECA is going back and rereleasing the Claptrap figure, but this version is done in a blue color scheme seen in the original game. It comes with accessories and poseable arms and is listed at $17.99, $2 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=NEC12029&mode=re...
FRIDAY THE 13TH FIGURE SERIES 02 - SET, SINGLES
This second wave includes regular and battle-damaged versions of Jason from Friday the 13th Part 4: The Final Chapter. Each comes with weapons, and they are available singly at $17.99 each, or $31.99 for the set of two.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Friday+the+13th+Se...
IRON MAN MARK VII NENDOROID
Iron Man gets into the Nendoroid field with this new figure of the Mark VII armor. He comes with a cityscape to fly over, jet plumes for his hands and feet and an opening helmet with a Tony Stark face underneath. We have this new Nendoroid listed at $59.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=GSC10381&mode=re...
STAR WARS BEARBRICK SET OF 16
This set is once again available. It includes Darth Maul, Darth Vader, Boba Fett, C-3P0, R2-D2, Wicket the Ewok and many more, and is listed at $79.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=MED10221&mode=re...
ARTIFACTORY REPLICAS
We have just listed a number of items from Artifactory. These replica listings include Vampire Killing Kits, an Apollo 14 Lunar Golf Club, Shrouds of Turin, a HAL 9000 Replica and more - check out these interesting new additions to our collection.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10940
MONTY PYTHON COSTUME AND PROP REPLICAS
Museum Replicas is producing a whole line of replicas from "Monty Python and the Holy Grail". These include Costumes, Helmets and more for King Arthur, the French Taunter and more - check the all out at the link for more information.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=163&category=8258
REVOLTECH EVA-01 EVA RACING 2012 EVART-01 APPLE SHIDEN
This figure appears to be an EVA unit crossed with a runner, complete with the sponsor names all over. It is priced at $44.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=KAI10457&mode=re...
RECOLTECH TACHIKOMA - BLUE, YELLOW
Two Tachikoma are being released in the Revoltech line. We have the Blue and Yellow versions both up for pre-order, with Blue priced at $44.99 and Yellow priced at $56.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Revoltech+tachikoma
TEAM FORTRESS 2 LIMITED EDITION FIGURES
NECA is releasing two new figures from Team Fortress 2. Demo and Pyro each stand 7" tall, come with weapons and are priced at $21.99 apiece.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=team+fortress+2
POP HEROES 9" BATMAN - SINGLE, CASE
This new figure comes in his black and gray outfit with a black bat symbol on his chest, and is listed at $32.99, $5 off the MSRP, or you can opt for the case of 6 which includes 5 of the regular figure plus one chase figure in his blue outfit, and is listed at $174.99, $53 below the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=POP+9%22+Batman
ANGRY BIRDS STAR WARS WACKY WOBBLERS
Three new wacky wobblers are available courtesy of the collaboration between Angry Birds and the Star Wars franchise. These include an X-Wing Pilot Bird, a Darth Vader Piggy and a Stormtrooper Piggy, and each is listed at $11.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Angry+Birds+Star+W...
MY NEIGHBOR TOTORO PLUSHES
We have eight plushes listed from the "My Neighbor Totoro" anime. They include 6", 11", 15" and 20" versions of Totoro, as well as an 8" Chu Totoro, 6" Chibi Totoro, a 12" Neko Bus and a 3" Dust Bunny. Fans of this classic anime won't want to miss these snuggly creatures.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Totoro
MARVEL JOURNALS
Asgard Press is releasing 8 new Journals. These contain Marvel Character plates on the faux leather front cover, with 286 numbered pages (made from recycled paper) and gilded edges. These include Spider-Man, Captain America, Daredevil, the Fantastic Four, the Incredible Hulk, Iron Man, Thor and the X-Men, and each is listed at $18.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Marvel+Journal
NEW HEROCLIX TABAPP PACKS
These new sets each include three figures which are usable both with the standard Heroclix game as well as a free iPad app that have an exclusive game and content for each figure, which is then used with the iPad for more fun. These sets include the Amazing Spider-Man, the DC Super Heroes and the DC Dark Knight Rises, and each is listed at $15.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=TabApp
PATHFINDER BATTLES: SHATTERED STAR - BRICK OF 8 BOOSTERS
This new wave of pre-painted plastic miniatures is a 55-figure set, and each Booster in the 8-Pack includes one Large and three Medium or Small figures. The entire Brick is listed at $99.99, $10 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=NEC12028&mode=re...
NEW BIOWORLD MERCHANDISING PRODUCTS
Bioworld continues to come up with new and interesting items. This newest batch includes TMNT ski masks and beanies, South Park belt buckles, Nintendo wallets, Beavis and Butthead hats and other items from marvel, Gears of War and more.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Bioworld
NEW SILVER BUFFALO PRODUCTS
Sliver Buffalo has announced five new wooden wall signs - Marvel has Spider-Man, the X-Men and Captain America, while DC has Batman and Superman, and each 13" x 9" comic cover sign is listed at $16.99. In addition, we have the Spider-Man Eyes 18" Dart Board with Steel Tip Darts listed at $19.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10982
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NEW ARRIVALS
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TRANSFORMERS DELUXE MECHTECH RESTOCK
We have received a good-sized shipment containing a variety of Deluxe MechTech figures. We have Starscream, Jolt, Roadbuster, Topspin, Sideswipe, Crankcase, Barricade, Skids, Ratchet, Mudflap, Nitro Bumblebee, Laserbeak and Thundercracker now in stock, so if you missed out on any of them before, now is the time to get your order in.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=2558&category=7651
GENTLE GIANT CELEBRATION VI & OTHER EXCLUSIVES
A shipment has arrived containing a number of Gentle Giant exclusives, including a number from the recent Star Wars Celebration VI. We have the Lando Calrissian 12" figure at $74.99, the Admiral Motti Mini Bust at $74.99, the Thorin Oakenshield Mini Bust at $89.99, the McQuarrie Stormtrooper Deluxe Mini Bust at $79.99, the Blue Clone Trooper Lieutenant 1/6 Scale Statue at $149.99, the 12" Blue Snaggletooth at $99.99 and the "Pan's Labyrinth" Pale Man Statue at $199.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10751
"THE HOBBIT" - 6" FIGURES, 3.75" FIGURES, TWO-PACKS, BOX SETS, SWORD
A wide variety of figures from the upcoming Hobbit movie have been received and are ready to join your collection. The 6" Figure Series 01 Case includes two of Thorin Oakenshield and one each of Gandalf the Grey, Bilbo Baggins, Legolas and Tauriel and is listed at $94.99, $7 off the MSRP; they are also available as a Set of Five at $84.99 with singles of Thorin, Bilbo and Legolas available at $14.99 - $17.99 each. The 3.75" Series 01 Case of 6 includes two of Bilbo and one each of Gandalf, Thorin Legolas and Grinnah and is listed at $59.99; you can also opt for them as a Set of Five at $54.99 or grab the singles you like at $9.99 - $11.99 each. The 3.75" scale also is available in two-packs - the Series 01 Case of 6 includes two each of Bilbo & Gollum and Legolas & Tauriel as well as one each of Kili & Fili and Balin & Dwalin and is priced at $89.99; they are also available as a Set of Four Two-Packs for $69.99 with singles of Bilbo & Gollum and Legolas & Tauriel priced at $14.99 each. We also have the 3.75" Collector Pack of Bilbo, Thorin, Dwalin, Kili and Fili at $29.99 and the 3.75" Beast Pack of Fimbul (Orc) with Worg at $19.99. Finally, we have the Deluxe Sting Sword, which is listed at $21.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=2370&company=1340
PROMETHEUS ACTION FIGURE SERIES 01 - SET, SINGLES
NECA has just released the first assortment of figures from "Prometheus". It includes an Engineer and an Engineer in Suit, and they are available singly at $18.99 each, or by the set of two at $34.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=3006&category=8731
UNIVERSAL MONSTERS RETRO CLOTH SERIES 03 - SET, SINGLES
This assortment includes the Bride of Frankenstein and the Creature from the Black Lagoon. We have them listed individually at $16.99 for the Bride and $18.99 for the Creature, or you can get the two as a set for $31.99 and save $6 off of the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Universal+Monsters...
WASP CLASSIC PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE 12" STATUE
This Diamond exclusive shows Janet Van Dyne in one of her many outfits, this time in blue and red. Her wings extend slightly from her back, and the statue itself is listed at $224.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=BWD10337&mode=re...
SUPERMAN PATINA MINI STATUE
This 6" piece is a scaled-down version of Jim Lee's classic statue, and it is done in a bronze-like finish. We have it priced at $79.99, saving you $15 off of the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=DCC11458&mode=re...