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The Hub Rebranding to Hub Network

Date: Tuesday, May 7th 2013 11:04pm EDT
Categories: Cartoon News, Company News
Posted by: El Duque | Credit(s): Nick and More!

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Not the biggest news, but it appears The Hub is in the process of rebranding itself to Hub Network. This news reaches us from Nick and More!, who after doing a little internet sleuthing have found that HubNetwork.com is now registered to The Hub’s SVP Business and Legal Affairs Joshua Meyer. Nick and More! speculate the move may be to improve search engine optimization. No word on when the change will become official, they also revealed Hub Network's new logo.

"Beast Hunters" to be the Last Chapter in the Transformers Prime Saga?

Date: Wednesday, February 13th 2013 12:01am EST
Category: Cartoon News
Posted by: El Duque | Credit(s): Allspark user Vivid Redshift, kidscreen

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Remember back in September when Jeffrey Combs, the voice of Transformers Prime's Ratchet, stated, "Unfortunately this iteration of the franchise is coming to an end" regarding Season 3 Beast Hunters? Combs was quick to redact his comment stating there would be a Season 4, however a special Toy Fair edition of kidscreen magazine once again points to Season 3 Beast Hunters being the final chapter in the Transformers Prime saga.

the 13 episodes of Transformers Prime Beast Hunters due to launch this year represent the final chapter of the Transformers Prime story

The article goes on to say a new iteration of the animated series is slated for 2014.

Arnesen says a "new iteration of the animated TV series" is slated for delivery in late 2014

We've mirrored the page scan provided by the Allspark's Vivid Redshift below.

As for Hasbro's established stable of series, which drive the programming on its US joint venture network The Hub, the 13 episodes of Transformers Prime Beast Hunters due to launch this year represent the final chapter of the Transformers Prime story. It has grown to encompass 65 half-hour episodes that continue to roll out around the world. Look for a 75-minute Transformers Prime Beast Hunters movie to hit DVD shelves in Q4.

But that's not the end for Transformers. Arnesen says a "new iteration of the animated TV series" is slated for delivery in late 2014, which looks like it might be shaping up to be the year of the Autobots, given that audiences are already expecting the fourth live-action blockbuster in July.

Hasbro Unleashes TRANSFORMERS "BEAST HUNTERS"

Date: Tuesday, February 12th 2013 11:34am EST
Categories: Cartoon News, Press Releases
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We just received the following Transformers Prime "Beast Hunters" Press Release from Hasbro. Looks like we can look forward to "Predacons Rising" DVD this October featuring exclusive content as well as TV movie later this year. See the full press release below:

February 12, 2013

Hasbro Unleashes TRANSFORMERS "BEAST HUNTERS"

The TRANSFORMERS Franchise Unveils New Brand Expression Across Expansive Range of Entertainment Experiences

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- In 2013 Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) heralds a new era for its globally popular TRANSFORMERS brand with the introduction of BEAST HUNTERS, an expansive multi-platform brand experience. The new evolution in the TRANSFORMERS franchise launches at the 110th American International Toy Fair in New York City where new entertainment, digital entertainment experiences, action figures and more will be showcased.

Hasbro launches the TRANSFORMERS BEAST HUNTERS multiplatform brand experience at the 110th American International Toy Fair. The new dragon-like PREDAKING character seen here is featured in the upcoming season of the TRANSFORMERS PRIME animated series produced by Hasbro Studios. (Photo: Business Wire)

When a fearsome new faction, the PREDACONS, emerge on Earth, OPTIMUS PRIME and the AUTOBOTS adapt with never before seen BEAST HUNTERS abilities to battle this all new enemy. TRANSFORMERS BEAST HUNTERS finds the AUTOBOTS facing off against both the DECEPTICONS and the dragon-like PREDACONS, an unprecedented new foe led by the spectacular PREDAKING character. BEAST HUNTERS is the touchstone for the TRANSFORMERS brand across all platforms in 2013 driven by the award winning "Transformers Prime" animated series which is produced by Hasbro Studios, airs on The HUB television network in the U.S. and is seen by kids and fans in 182 countries.

"BEAST HUNTERS invigorates the trendsetting TRANSFORMERS brand with a compelling new enemy for the AUTOBOTS in the PREDACON faction featuring incredible new beast-themed characters like PREDAKING," said John Frascotti, Chief Marketing Officer, Hasbro. "BEAST HUNTERS will be a major focus introducing innovative new entertainment and branded play experiences, delivering an exciting new era for millions of TRANSFORMERS fans around the world."

Hasbro will deliver the BEAST HUNTERS experience across the TRANSFORMERS franchise in the following ways:

Entertainment: Kids and fans can look forward to a beast filled season of "Transformers Prime" BEAST HUNTERS as well as exclusive content in the "Predacons Rising" DVD launching in October and a TV movie event airing later in the year on The Hub.

Online Story & Character Experiences: Witness the inception of the PREDACON faction and explore a mysterious incident in DECEPTICON SHOCKWAVE's laboratory on http://www.TRANSFORMERS.com. The complete BEAST HUNTERS takeover of the website will also feature insightful character biographies and a host of digital shorts for kids to learn all about the new PREDACON characters.

Digital Entertainment and Gaming: The TRANSFORMERS: LEGENDS mobile trading card game from DeNA, currently available for free on AndroidTM platforms and coming soon for iOS, will introduce new PREDACON character cards.

Licensed Merchandise: Kids and fans will be able to express their TRANSFORMERS BEAST HUNTERS style with a variety of licensed apparel and more.

Publishing: IDW Publishing will introduce a series of TRANSFORMERS comic books featuring BEAST HUNTERS characters and stories.

Innovative Toys and Action Figures: Hasbro's TRANSFORMERS product line will be based on the BEAST HUNTERS story and will feature many of the PREDACON characters as well as new designs for favorite characters including OPTIMUS PRIME, BUMBLEBEE and more. Kids will have the opportunity to play out the new BEAST HUNTERS story across the TRANSFORMERS PRIME action figure line, BOT SHOTS battling figures, KRE-O TRANSFORMERS building sets and new CONSTRUCT-BOTS customizable action figures. Each TRANSFORMERS CONSTRUCT- BOTS figure includes a robot frame and lots of armor, weapons and accessory parts to let kids build and customize and build their dream TRANSFORMERS robot action figure. To enhance the TRANSFORMERS play experience, each CONSTRUCT- BOTS figure can quickly convert from robot to vehicle and back without taking it apart. All parts are interchangeable between all TRANSFORMERS CONSTRUCT- BOTS figures, so there's almost no limit to what kids can create.

For more TRANSFORMERS news, fans can keep up with the latest brand and product information on the official TRANSFORMERS brand Facebook page at http://www.Facebook.com/TRANSFORMERS and official TRANSFORMERS Youtube channel at http://www.Youtube.com/Transformers.

About Hasbro

Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) is a branded play company dedicated to fulfilling the fundamental need for play for children and families through creative expression of the Company's world class brand portfolio, including TRANSFORMERS, MONOPOLY, PLAY-DOH, MY LITTLE PONY, MAGIC: THE GATHERING, NERF, LITTLEST PET SHOP and G.I. JOE. From toys and games, to television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and a comprehensive licensing program, Hasbro strives to delight its global customers with innovative play and entertainment experiences, in a variety of forms and formats, anytime and anywhere. The Company's Hasbro Studios develops and produces television programming for more than 170 markets around the world, and for the U.S. on The Hub TV Network, part of a multi-platform joint venture between Hasbro and Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK). Through the company's deep commitment to corporate social responsibility, including philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to build a safe and sustainable world for future generations and to positively impact the lives of millions of children and families every year. It has been recognized for its efforts by being named one of the "World's Most Ethical Companies" and is ranked as one of Corporate Responsibility Magazine's "100 Best Corporate Citizens." Learn more at http://www.hasbro.com.

Seibertron.com Treasures: The Armada Anniversary Article

Date: Saturday, October 13th 2012 5:26pm EDT
Categories: Cartoon News, Editorials, Site Articles, Toy News
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It was roughly 10 years ago that a series called Transformers Armada was released. Join Seibertron.com staff members Blurrz, Counterpunch and Razorclaw0000, as they journey back a decade. They celebrate Armada in all of its fashion, as the trio critique the successful toy line, domestically as well as internationally, and show their passion (or disdain) for each figure.




The calm before…

Blurrz: It’s hard for me to imagine that it was a decade ago when a cartoon captivated me like none other. While some find that this series was a grotesque shame on the Transformers brand, it shares a special place in my toy collecting heart for eternity. Transformers Armada entered into my life at the exact time - any younger and I’d really have no funds to tackle a competent collection, any older and I’d be trapped in the stigma of adolescent youth. I ask myself time and time again, if Armada had switched places with Energon or Robots In Disguise, wouldn’t I be as attached to it as with Armada? The answer is simply no, there’s this feel to Armada that I personally can’t fixate with in contrast to any other series.

Counterpunch: Oddly enough, I didn't much like Armada at first glance. I was buying RiD toys at the time. I jumped back into the hobby after several years of absence. RiD was where I expected the toys to be. Armada was...not exactly what I expected. I bought the toys way before I even watched the show. There were enough interesting molds going into wave two that my curiosity was piqued.

Razorclaw0000: I was working in a deli in the basement of my local Boscov's Department Store during my Junior year of college. I was just starting back into collecting, and had maybe a half-dozen figures, when I stumbled across Armada Starscream. There was something about the look, maybe the Anime-esque look, maybe the distinctive plane mode, and maybe the little Minicon that pushed all the right buttons.




..the storm

Blurrz: When Armada hit, it was a bit of a frenzy and a rumble. I had to get the figures when they came out. When a new character came up open the screen, I just had to pick him up. That’s really no longer possible, as evidenced by Transformers Animated, whose character cast was too large to be put into a toyline, and Transformers Prime, in which their toys had a comparable delay time to any Blizzard product. There were relatively no store exclusives, and if there were, they wouldn’t be a show character. Despite how many antagonize the toys, one cannot question Armada’s unwavering availability and unlimited playability.

Counterpunch: Jetfire, Starscream, and Megatron were awesome enough that I began to wonder what the other figures were like. I ended up liking the line/concept/show before I even realized it. I began finding reasons to buy new and different figures. Even toys that were problems at the time, like Hot Shot and Sideswipe I found ways to justify purchasing, even if it was out of curiosity. I'm glad I did though, the figures were large and detailed. Though I couldn't put my finger on the issue at the time, in retrospect, what I really liked about these toys was how they reminded me of the late G1 figures that I grew up with.

Razorclaw0000: Blurrz brought up a great point. I vividly remember the releases of figures coinciding very closely with their on-screen appearances. It was so close, that I remember driving 20+ miles to pick up Side Swipe just to have him in time for that episode, that night. What a surprise that was...

Mischievous Mini-cons



Blurrz: The small guys were the stars of the cartoon show, and equally, the stars of the Armada toyline. Each bulk (bigger figure) came with a mini-con, and more importantly as we discuss, there was the release of the individual mini-con teams. 10 different teams, composed of 3, were released domestically alongside their variants.

For the Autobots and Decepticons in the Armadaverse, it was paramount that they control the three most powerful weapons, the Star Saber, the Skyboom Shield, and the Requiem Blaster. In toy form, that was the Air Defense Team, the Race Team and the Space Team, respectively, all capable of being wielded by any bulk with 5 mm peg hands. The Star Saber is combined from the parts of Jetstorm, Runway, and Sonar, all planes in some form or the other. While in fiction the Star Saber would be comparable to the Thor’s hammer, Mjolnir, the planes don’t flush well together in toy form. Still they are aesthetically pleasing with their whites, bold blues and translucent plastic. They were repainted into their evil variants, the Air Assault team. However grey plastic replaced clear plastic, leaving much to be desired.

The impenetrable Skyboom Shield was composed of Mirage, Downshift and Dirt Boss. Speedsters and a SUV, the cars were colored with whites, yellows and greys, and featured pleasant articulation. Structurally the team makes a rather large shield, and is imposing on the likes of Jetfire, Megatron and Hoist, while laughable in the hands of Hot Shot or Side Swipe. They were repainted in imposing red and black colors, however their predecessor has much better character.

Lastly we have the Requiem Blaster, or in team names, the Space Team. Payload, Sky Blast and Astroscope all have individual colors, and aren’t exactly a trio of mini-con’s you’d normally expect to combine. The colors are not exactly the problem either, as the combined gun form is oddly flimsy, especially if your Astroscope is loose. All in all, out of the power weapon mini-con teams in Armada, the original Star Saber – the Air Defense team is my favorite and the superior!



Counterpunch: The Land Military Team was the first set of Mini-cons I purchased. Bonecrusher, Knock-out, and Wreckage were all various forms of military style missile trucks. In many ways, they were the easiest for collectors to come to terms with as legitimate transformers. They look like the Micromasters of yesteryear and somehow avoid the goofiness other Mini-cons gained when attached to larger figures. You could almost view them as Targetmasters but they were actually decent figures in their own right both in robot mode and vehicle mode. I'd even recommend them today for someone looking at a place to start with Mini-cons. Honorable mentions go out to their uniform color scheme cousins in the Night Attack team, who in addition to having cool colors, have an awesome sinister name.

Then there's the unfortunate but somewhat necessary Street Action team. Ever wanted a bicycle Transformer, a skateboard Transformer? how about a moped Transformer? Me neither, but Highwire, Grindor, and Sureshock were core characters to the show. Now, Grindor is great. The others? Not so much... That being said, their ability to combine into Perceptor (in name only) was AWESOME. Perceptor, despite his limited articulation is legit. He's a cool concept and character I would not mind seeing a return of.

The Sea team is almost a continuation of the Street Speed team's advances in engineering. Waterlog, Oceanglide, and Stormcloud are all great little Transformers with solid transformations, great amounts of detail for Mini-cons, and useful joints. Their variety of colors across all releases will inevitably make it so that there is some version out there you like. Additionally, because of their missile launchers, they make for decent Targetmaster style figures just like the Land Military team did.

I keep talking about these pseudo Targetmasters but the Emergency team was the real deal. These were the guys everyone was waiting for, legitimate three-mode Mini-cons. Prowl, Firebot, and Makeshift were also interesting in that they were some of the few Mini-cons to make purposeful use of clear plastic. Even among those who hated Armada and Mini-cons, this team was almost universally loved for its versatility and ability to mix in with almost any line.

As for me, my recommendations on these would be the Japanese TRU exclusives for the Land Military team, the Universe 2003 versions of the Street Action team, the Powerlinx version of the Sea team, and the Micron Booster 2 versions of the Emergency team. I think I just like the color selection of those, not so much for any particular matching with larger figures.



Razorclaw0000: The Air Military team is another Targetmaster homage, with each member transforming into some type of weapon, all the emphasis here is decidedly more melee. Thunderwing transforms from robot to SR-71 style stealth jet, to a three pronged claw weapon. Terradive is the second member of the team, transforming from robot, to "flying wing" stealth bomber, to a "ninja star" or shield. Interestingly Terradive's port is actually on a swivel, allowing him to spin freely when powerlinked to a bulk. Finally, Gunbarrel rounds out the team, transforming from robot to cargo plane to six barreled gattling gun.

The Street Speed team has the dubious distinction of being the most articulated Mini-con teams produced, as well as toying with several copyright and trademark violations. Backtrack is almost completely a Cadillac XLR in a rather unrealistic shade of green. Oval continues the trend of mimicking real vehicles by transforming into a Saleen S7 in a muddy orange color. Finally, Spiral takes a stab at ripping off the Germans, with a deep blue Mercedes C-Class alternate mode. While the articulation was impressive for the time, all three figures can suffer from loose, floppy joints, and may have difficulty not falling apart completely. This is a team that is either loved or hated.

Next, the Destruction Team makes up for limited articulation by packing in some interesting play features, particularly with Cyclonus. Each figure featured a center roller which would activate some action feature when rolling along, and there was a small gear and clip mechanism which allowed them to dock to the underside of Cyclonus. Spinning the rotors would trigger the gear and cause the action to occur. Dualor is the most straightforward, transforming into a dual-barrelled reciprocating tank. His gimmick works well and he's impressively bulky for a Mini-con. Next, Drill Bit transforms into a giant, well, drill. There are some small issues to his design, however, as the body of the drill is blocked by his legs, which transform into the wheels and bed of the vehicle. The drill does spin quite well. Lastly, Buzzsaw does not actually transform into a saw. Instead, the vehicle is technically a "Bucket Wheel Excavator", and his rotating bucket/blade works extremely well.

Finally, the Adventure Team uses the same gimmicks as the Destruction Team, but unfortunately suffers from having gimmicks that don't make as much sense docked to Cyclonus. Dune Runner starts off the set as a dune buggy with roof mounted machine gun. This feature works well both in rolling and attached to Cyclonus, in theory, but minor tolerance issues prevent the gun from turning smoothly. Iceberg is the next figure in the team, transforming into a snow plow tank with opening and closing plow jaws. Again, minor tolerance issues prevent this gimmick from triggering on Cyclonus, but the vehicle mode is a lot of fun. Finally, Ransack is a green jeep with a real working winch. Unfortunately, the winch aspect doesn't work very well at all with Cyclonus, as a few short turns will have the length of string fully retracted.

Out of all the Mini-con three packs, the Sea Team is probably still my favorite, particularly with Waterlog's elegant transformation and real knees.

Sly Super-cons



Blurrz: With hindsight, the Armada super-con figures, or in modern terms - Deluxe class figures - aren’t exactly a breakthrough in Transformers toy technology. They aren’t going to hold much against the modern figures, such as the Classics or the Generations, but they have their own uniqueness to them. What they lacked in articulation due to their gimmick-based interactions with their mini-con partners, they made up in playability and overall ‘fun’.

Tackling the Autobot super-cons, we have the first wave release, Hot Shot. Hindered by the axle-bazooka system, Hot Shot still offers movement in the important areas, however he won’t be moving his head anytime soon. Being in the year 2012, we expect our Transformers to offer both great alternate modes, as well as robot modes. Hot Shot isn’t exactly endearing to that philosophy, but his mini-con partner Jolt interacts well with Hot Shot’s vehicle mode. Not the best figure on the Armada market and not one you’ll have a struggle with when trying to obtain it on the secondary market. Much like a handful of figures at the end of the Armada toyline, Hot Shot was repainted as Powerlink Hot Shot, homaging Generation Hot Rod. While this repaint doesn’t exactly increase the mold’s stock, it’s certainly a nice change for those who were tired of seeing yellow (get out of here Cheetor)

Armada Blurr also fits in to the same category as Hot Shot, as in he has a great vehicle mode, but his robot mode is still a few years behind. The Lamborghini-Ferrari-something can grow wings thanks to Red Bull and Blurr’s mini-con partner, Incinerator. In robot mode, the majority of his car bits are a massive backpack, and Blurr has limited arm movement and no knee joints. The colors are aesthetically pleasing, but alas, hindered by the mold’s interaction with Incinerator.

Next up to bat is what some claim to be the worst Transformer of all time. It’s funny that this figure also fits into the same category as Blurr and Hot Shot. Despite the lack of suitors for Armada Side Swipe (Not Sideswipe, please don't mix the two!), the young Autobot warrior features a rather sleek vehicle mode, and up to its release date in 2002, offered one of the most realistic alternate modes the Transformers fanbase had ever seen. Side Swipe even featured a fun and interactive powerlinking gimmick with his mini-con partner, Nightstick. However folding the car’s pieces and parts into robot mode yields a nightmare. Side Swipe has the chunkiest limbs, kibble, and clumsy articulation. The figure has a tendency to just not stay still. It surprises me that this figure has as many repaints as it does, and its character was even homaged in this year’s BotCon set. Well….. there are cults for worse things I suppose.

Smokescreen isn't a very popular toy, and I can’t wonder why. Yes, he does not exactly have the best articulation, and he’s a bit chunky, but isn't that what should be expected for the tough guy of the group? His gimmick is a large crane on his shoulder; it’s the saving grace and also the downfall of Smokescreen. Its size will likely topple the figure in robot mode unless you position it properly, but its interaction with the mini-con Liftor turns the crane into a massive sniper rifle! Smokescreen even has a working winch, which fits with the rescue vehicle theme. While Smokescreen is full of fun, his min-con Liftor is also worth a shot, the little guy is sturdy and is solid in both modes.

Next up is another underrated figure, Armada Hoist. Smokescreen’s character in Armada kicked the can, but he was then resurrected as Hoist. Hoist is a construction vehicle with a giant crane-claw, and his mini-con Refute is one of the tallest in the scale. Despite Hoist’s massive crane-claw, he has the best articulation of all of the deluxe figures, as he can actually bend his legs 90 degrees!

Rounding up the batch is Armada Optimus Prime. He’s got quite the hype as being a great figure, and yet I think it’s more because the bigger Optimus Prime had a lot of follies to it. To me, he’s not that great, but I get my panties in a bunch when it comes to scale and Armada figures. Optimus Prime, also known as Bendy Prime features good, all around articulation, and a fighter/gun mini-con partner in Over-Run. (No, not this Over-Run!) I’d recommend this figure, but you probably already have it, and if you don’t, there’s the Nemesis version which Razor will allude to. Out of the figures we have here, the best Armada Autobot Super-con would have to be Hoist. He’s all around dynamic and you’ll always love that sound when you hear his gear-joints bend! The mold is also worth it in his Cybertron Longrack remold or the rather lucrative BotCon Dinobot version.



Counterpunch: It seems that the Decepticon Supercons (deluxe figures) are up to me. These toys all feature an interesting if largely unnoticed design point: They are all asymetrical. It's not that obvious and it's not that big a deal but it's there. The idea was to show the Cons as being edgier in this manner. It kind of worked and if you examine the toys you'll pick up on the little cues that show it off.

The first wave of figures gave us Demolisher and Cyclonus. Now neither of these guys are going to go down in the annals of TF history as being marvels of engineering but they are interesting never the less.

Demolisher is perhaps the best Decepticon Supercon. His transformation is clean, he locks together, and while he doesn't have modern articulation, he still has a great number of useful joints. His...head doesn't rotate, so there's that. -_- To make up for it, Demolisher has perhaps the best integration of Mini-con to Bulk out of the entire line. His Mini-con Blackout is useful no matter what mode Demolisher is in and there is even a third mode to compliment all this. Demolisher even has a nifty and fully functioning gimmick to shoot Blackout across a table in vehicle mode.

To make this $10 marvel (yes, deluxes used to be huge and 30% less expensive) even better, he has several Macross-style bot configurations where his arms can fold up into artillery formations. It's a nice touch that really makes use of his missile firing gimmick.

Cyclonus is less awesome but perhaps equally interesting. He has the same articulation range as Demolisher and even as good a Mini-con integration but that's where the similarities end. Cyclonus seems to have been the starting point for an abandoned Mini-con gimmick that would pair geared Minicons up with Bulks who could implement those mechanics. (You can see on Hoist where this might have been implemented had it continued) So there are a whole host of Mini-cons who work only with Cyclonus. (Spoiler: They don't work well with him)

In vehicle mode, Cyclonus is kind of awesome. The helicopter is well done, the blades spin properly, and kids can hold it in a gun-style way for pretending he flies. All and all, a nice figure. His robot mode...not so much. His missile firing gimmick is hampered by the need for a Mini-con and he has what are in all honesty, stupid guns in his knees. Despite his joints, he is virtually impossible to pose in any meaningful way and his head looks like he's hiding in a turtle shell. So...yea. When people point at Armada with an accusatory finger, it's because of figures like this. You should still track one down though. He has a little gun that goes back and forth when his blades rotate and that...is very cool.

Late line Decepticons included Thrust and Wheeljack.

Thrust typifies all that was wrong with Armada. He has another, though this time criminally bad, abandoned mechanic. He has no real hands. He has a fake transformation. But...his vehicle mode is rather nice and his Mini-con is quite good actually. Thrust is even somewhat posable in robot mode if you can maneuver around his giant hanging cockpit.

I went there.

What happened with this figure is that he was essentially ruined by his gimmick. Though it is unobtrusive, all the engineering went towards its integration so several important things like...hands were factored out. Thrust is a loss and I would never recommend him to someone. But he's not a complete loss despite what I just said. The figure is very well detailed and the transformation is good if not a bit cheat-y. If you are completing an Armada cast, you could do worse than paying the $8 it would take to get this guy and have him standing majestically behind Galvatron with betrayal in his squid-eyes.

On the other hand, we have Wheeljack, who still holds up to today's standards in many ways. Wheeljack has simple and straightforward articulation and a simple but mechanically interesting transformation. He's large, detailed, and honestly quite well done. His Mini-con Wind Sheer is even pretty decent as Mini-cons go in design and shape.

Wheeljack turns into a slick black (or gray depending on your hemisphere) car. He has a M.A.S.K. style gimmick when you apply his Mini-con and God knows why we never got a red redeco of him. Some people might be turned away by his insignia, which shows off his faction change but I suspect more will be endeared by it. I only wish he had a larger and more pronounced Decepticon symbol.

For those who really like this figure, I suggest you track down the Japanese or Korean versions. The black and blue deco is easily nicer and more show accurate than the gray and yellow North American version.

Out of all these guys, I would recommend Demolisher. He's everything an Armada figure should be and I feel that he holds up very well after all these years, even if he has to turn his entire torso to look to the left. (but he can! He has a waist joint...)



Razorclaw0000: Lastly, we have Unicron's Agents from both the cartoon and comics. Sideways is one of the two Mini-Con Headmasters in the line, but actually features two different heads. A futuristic, if chunky, motorcycle, Sideways transformed into an oddly articulated "ninja", but lacks traditional fist holes, knees, a waist, and features some odd arm articulation. Despite that, Sideways has a special place in my heart. His Minicons, Rook and Crosswise also exhibit the ability to merge into a single, surprisingly articulated, robot rider for Sideways' bike mode. This, combined with the campy Headmaster gimmick, grant Sideways a pass, from being a forgettable mess, to maintaining a place, to this day, on my shelves. An odd variant exists, with the factions swapped between both Mini-cons.

Next, Nemesis Prime is a sinister redeco of the Super-con Optimus Prime mold, which Blurrz has so elegantly described. Hot off their successes with RID Scourge, Hasbro and Takara wished to cement the idea of a "Black Prime" as more than just hyper-exclusive repaints in Japan. A monstrous beast in the show, Nemesis Prime sported a strange dark gray, teal, and dusty brown color scheme, punctuated by intense red highlights. In a twist of a pun, his Minicon is slyly named "Run Over", a corruption of Super-con Prime's Over Run. Because of Nemesis Prime's show nature, and a rare case ratio, this figure still commands a comparatively high price on secondary market, easily outpacing other Super-cons by two to three times. Micron Legend Scourge at first glance appears to be similar to Nemesis Prime, but virtually every color has been replaced. The main body is different. The reds are different. The details are different. Scourge is virtually impossible to track down at this point, and frankly the domestic version is heading there as well.

The Super-con line was filled out by four Beast Wars redecos, featuring dead Minicon ports molded in key places. All four sport decos significantly different from their Beast Wars personas, with darker tones. Cheetor is paired with Cliffjumper, a redeco of Ransack. Rhinox is also paired with another Adventure Team redeco, Armorhide, from the Iceberg mold. Terrorsaur completes the Adventure Team pairings, joining Ironhide, a redeco of Dune Runner. Lastly, Airazor gets her partner Nightscream from the Street Speed Team, a redeco of Oval. While absent from the cartoon, these characters feature prominently in the defunct Dreamwave Armada and Energon comics, making them a must for any fan of those series.

Out of all the Super-cons, my favorite is probably Nemesis Prime, because he was from a time when the idea was still relatively fresh, and I have a soft spot for figures that have puns in their name. Run Over is a great little guy.

Mighty Max-cons



Blurrz: Max-cons, or in today’s terms – Voyager Class – were bold, big, and sometimes were just annoying all together. If you were max-con or bigger, it was likely that you’d have light and sounds.p RED ALERT RED ALERT RED ALERT WEEWOOWEEWOO

Armada Scavenger, a character who homages the Decepticon G1 Scavenger, was first acknowledged as a Decepticon in the cartoon, but then switched sides to the Autobots. Everyone wants to be Counterpunch, eh? Just because Scavenger is bigger, doesn’t mean he deviates from the Armada super-con formula. At the heart of the figure, there is just a giant brick. It makes for a great truck, as Scavenger has a solid alternate mode – his mini-con Rollbar, if in robot mode, fits right into the canopy of Scavenger acting as the truck driver. You also have rolling treads and a moving scooper. This doesn’t exactly yield the brightest robot mode, as Scavenger doesn’t exactly have what we’d call ‘legs’. Still, as an Armada figure, it went big on the gimmick factor and is still a fun figure to toy around with.

Next up we have Red Alert, taking the form of a rescue vehicle. The mode is rather bland until you perch the mini-con Longarm on to the back of Red Alert, and thus begins the electronics: RED ALERT RED ALERT WEE WOO WEE WOO. Transformed, Red Alert offers a bunch of fancy gadgets and moderate articulation. He has interchangeable hand weapons, a chest disc-launcher, a giant shoulder gun/handheld gun, and RED ALERT RED ALERT WEE WOO WEE WOO. The mold’s repaint is Powerlinx Red Alert, exchanging the medic red and white with vibrant blue and orange. Still, the same old RED ALERT WEE WOO WEE WOO. Out of these two, I’d have to give it to Mr. Wee Woo for actually having legs and the best……. or annoying electronics in the line.



Counterpunch: I can't believe I didn't get to write on Red Alert...

More Decepticons for me. Seekers. Starscream, other Starscream, and Skywarp. Yes, yes...the package for Thundercracker says Thundercracker but by the show it was Super Mode Starscream.

These guys are the same so I'm not going to split the discussion up too much. This mold is very G1-esq to me. It's big, bulky, and has limited or fake articulation. The legs have a full range of front to back movement but no side to side movement. All versions of this guy will be standing at attention. Likewise, his arms have several points of articulation, none of which help to show that Starscream is a master swordsman in Armada.

This mold is a brick, but that's ok.

Jet mode is interesting. It's large and well detailed. It's perhaps one of the best Cybertronian jet designs we've seen. Mini-con integration on this figure is well done with two distinct ways to actively engage it's workings.

The primary gimmick on this figure is the flip out Null Ray cannons. As far as gimmicks go, this one is quite screen accurate but also one of the drawbacks the mold suffers from. Where as on-screen, Starscream has a flat back, the toy is forced to have a large backpack to accommodate the cannons. Were there a simple hinge back there to fold the whole thing down further, the toy would have been near perfect.

Now, this Starscream is a swordsman. His blade is quite interestingly stored in his left wing. Removing the wing arms him and gives that asymmetrical look once again that was discussed before. Now, the show plays off the whole sword thing much better than the toy but the gimmick is quite clever and truly unique. I wish his articulation gave him a bit more use of the blade or that the handle was placed differently but this is a very fun alteration to Starscream's usual character portrayal.

Let's talk interesting toy history here. The US and Japanese versions have two distinct differences. The US versions have a slanted nosecone. It's pointed down in the way that some supersonic jets have an angled nosecone. This was ultimately a safety thing. The angle allows the nosecone to collapse if your kid brother charges at you with Starscream pointed straight out as to avoid impaling you. The Japanese (and Korean) versions are straight and more accurate to the show.

The other significant difference is in the paint details and masking. The US versions of Starscream and Thundercracker do a really ugly version of masking on the symbols to just plop purple on there. The Japanese versions are painted, detailed, and lined. The difference is staggering. Further, the US version of Starscream is gray and the Japanese version is white(ish). YMMV depending on what you're willing to pay. Oddly enough, Skywarp, who got a US release and a very limited Japanese release in US packaging has the properly done and painted symbols.

Out of the the three US versions of this, go for Skywarp. He has the best paint decos, a unique, different, and quality Mini-con, and an interesting head sculpt that makes him anyone you might want him to be. If we're talking the best version overall in my opinion, I would say that the Japanese Super Mode (Thundercracker) Starscream is the best. The colors and deco just shine and the toy looks brilliant.



Razorclaw0000: Did someone order a brick? Featuring almost G1 levels of articulation, Overload was the last original mold Voyager for the toyline. With only shoulder, hip, and head swivels, Overload still managed to be thoroughly impressive with his shoulder mounted missile batteries and giant fists ready to pummel any Decepticon into scrap. The toy’s articulation was scrapped to allow him to become a pair of giant shoulder mounted cannons for Superbase Prime. His third mode is a large launchpad/trailer, which can carry Jetfire and be towed behind Prime’s trailer, creating a massive convoy of Autobot might. Overload was also one of the first modern toys to include the iconic transformation noise we’ve all come to know, love, and subsequently despise as it’s included in dozens of figures over the years. Finally, Overload featured a unique interaction with his Mini-con, Rollout. Instead of having a typical transformation, with Rollout activating some feature, Rollout became the head and chest of Overload, unveiling a proportionate head and slotting into a giant cavity in the main body.

As with the Super-Cons, the Gigacon range also feature a Beast Wars remold and redeco, in the form of “Predacon”, a repaint and slight retool of the Transmetal Megatron mold, with added Powerlinx hard points. The figure features arguably the best deco of that mold, in rich greens, browns, and grays, with a dash of orange for visual pop. Predacon is also notable for coming with two Mini-cons, Side Burn and Skid-Z, which round out a full team of Street Speed redecos with Air Razor’s Nightscream partner.

Out of all the Max-Cons, the Starscream mold still has a soft spot for me, as it’s the figure I originally discovered in that dark Boscov’s basement and set me on the path to the raving lunatic completionist I am today.

Gallant Giga-cons



Blurrz: Space shuttle Transformers are few and far between and yet for their lack of numbers, Armada Jetfire certainly makes up for it. Jetfire epitomizes the ‘White Knight’ character, as he gallants in with his wings, engines and massive blaster. His mini-con Comettor is specific as it acts as Jetfire’s landing gear in alternate mode. Combined with his shield and Comettor, Jetfire can roll out on the ground, as well as fly without it. Jetfire also has droppable missiles, but they are rather bland. Amidst transformation, you’ll find that Jetfire’s blaster/rifle has been blessed or cursed with electronics, a countdown sound, the G1-Autobot blaster sound, and if a mini-con is attached, a blaster sound. Now fully transformed, Jetfire has a bunch of nice hawk-like aesthetics, and is full of character. My personal favorite with Jetfire is his ability to yield all of the power weapons (Blaster, Saber, & Shield) at the same time, with two of the weapons in his hands and the last of the trio perched on his wings. Jetfire also has the ability to bolster the power of Optimus Prime by combining with him, but we’ll leave the question of ‘who wears the pants in the relationship’ for later on. Jetfire was repainted under the Powerlinx Banner into a combination of blue and grey, homaging Jetfire’s pre-Transformers origin (Macross/Robotech). Overall you can’t really go wrong with a Jetfire figure, whether it’s in Armada, Energon or Cybertron.



Counterpunch: I'm lucky in that I get to talk about my favorite Armada figure, Megatron.

Imagine Megatron taken to a samurai extreme. He'd be a ruthless killer, willing to do anything or step on anyone to get to his ends, and all of this would be bent around a form of honor that somehow, only he and his rival understand. That's Armada Megatron. Now, the cartoon version is a bit hammy but the comic version...now there is a villain.

I dream of a TF comic where Armada Megatron goes around to different multiverses killing off the Megatron in that world Highlander style. I digress.

Megatron actually has a good range of movement in his top half. He even has bicep swivels that most people don't know about due to how tight the joint is. His lower half is another thing entirely. He is essentially immobile below the waist. Now he can combine with Tidal Wave but...honestly, that's a mess.

His tank mode is perhaps the best H-tank this side of Generations Warpath. The transformation is clean and there's not really any kibble in either mode. He can hold, store, or capture Mini-cons in virtually any part of his alt mode. Additionally, there are two different ways to fire missiles out of this mode, both of which work well.

Robot mode has several gimmicks but coolest of all his his hidden shiv in his hand. Even if this Megatron is close to losing a fight, there's always a chance you'll get shanked. Megatron has perhaps the most useful Mini-con ports for attaching extra Mini-cons and not looking ridiculous. Spots on his arms and legs as well as his back allow him to hold 4-5 of the little guys and look perfectly balanced.

In looking at this mold, I would recommend Megatron over Galvatron. Megatron's color scheme is classic and well balanced. You can always pay a little bit extra and get the Japanese version for the improved faction symbols too. Galvatron in his US colors is a nice figure but it is still a white and lavender color palette and many people will not have a place for that outside of an Armada shelf. Of note, the Japanese version of Galvatron has a more accurate color scheme but that one is actually white and pink-ish purple. He's considerably more difficult to come by when compared to the US version of Galvatron.



Razorclaw0000: Tidal Wave rounds out the Giga-Cons, and has the dubious distinction of having even less meaningful articulation than Overload! However, don’t let this brickish brute fool you; Tidal Wave is an imposing addition to anyone’s collection. Comprised of three naval vessels – an aircraft carrier, a hovercraft, and a submarine-ish thing, Tidal Wave combines in a similar fashion to Beast Wars Neo Magamatron. Each vessel lacks an individual robot mode, but instead combines to create either a giant warship, or the robot mode of Tidal Wave. One of the tallest figures in the line, with the exception of Unicron, Tidal Wave can raise his arms, and that’s it. The legs are articulated, but only laterally, so if you’d like to have Tidal Wave doing the splits, you are set.

Tidal Wave also features the ability to combine with the Megatron mold, creating a set of overpowered arm gauntlets and a booster pack to compliment Megatron’s already absurd cannon mode. Paired with the smallest Mini-con, Ramjet, Tidal Wave is large enough to accommodate a fully functional elevator on the deck of the aircraft carrier to deploy Ramjet.

Tidal Wave also features a second, also dubious, distinction. He is the most different in deco from the Armada and Micron Legend releases. While the Armada version looks like a crayon factory accident, with olive green, gray, neon red, purple, gold, and dark gray, the Micron Legend deco simplifies to a lush purple, softer orange, and grays, unifying the decos between the three vessels, and building a beautiful palette of destruction.

If you like big, chunky, feature filled figures, Tidal Wave has should be on your purchase list. A word of caution, however… all the Armada and Micron Legend versions of this figure feature a design defect in the “armpits” that will fire the missiles accidentally and constantly. This flaw is fixed in the sublime Energon deco.

Garry Chalk Optimus Prime



Blurrz: By itself, the Optimus Prime figure is about the size of an Ultra figure, and I’m sort of lethargic and depraved to say anything good about it. The only thing that this version of Prime has on the deluxe version is his size and how it fits in with the rest of the scale for Armada. Out of all of the Armada figures, Optimus was hit the hardest when it comes to gimmicks, as they force him to not do anything else. Prime is one of the most static modern-day large Transformers. However when he takes the 1+ Mushroom, which Counterpunch is about to talk about, he gets a little better.



Counterpunch: Optimus has several versions of powered modes and in a way they became the symbol for any kind of Prime combiner mode. First off, Prime has the ability to combine with his trailer. What's really cool about this is the way in which you can have the trailer auto-transform for the merge. There is an infra-red light signal that cues the trailer to mechanically reconfigure for this mode. Prime then forms the upper half. Once combined, there's only limited arm movement and a head turn. It's more about stature and the fact that you can have the trailer reconfigure itself rather than making a bigger more posable prime. There's also a light gimmick that extends into his gun if positioned properly.

On top of this, you can attach Overload as a massive gun battery atop his shoulders. The instructions basically have you cram in on there but there is a series of latches that make it surprisingly secure. I have a hard time imagining who Prime needs this kind of firepower to go up against. Overload as a gun system looks like some kind of mass-murder machine...

Additionally or apart from Overload, Prime can combine with Jetfire who replaces the trailer and becomes a set of winged legs, presumably for flight mode. Don't be fooled, there is no added posability here but he does look damn cool with all of these units combined into one Supreme Optimus.



Razorclaw0000: Sparkplug is Prime’s Minicon, homaging both the G1 human by name, and very clearly Bumblebee by appearance, complete with the iconic horns on his tiny head. Transforming into a highly generalized Lamborghini, this mold remains one of my favorites today, with its clean lines and surprisingly complex transformation.

Undefeated Unicron



Blurrz: To this day, I still think of Unicron as a Transformers piece that is unrivaled. He’s menacing, loading with articulation, gimmicks and is a Transformers figure that everyone needs to own in one form or the other (Energon/2010/Amazon Exclusive). I remember getting Unicron for Christmas back in ’03, and it was a thrill to receive. I still remember the agony of having to hack him open from the jumble of twist-ties he was trapped in. He’s also got a really well engineered mini-con named Dead End, in which his mass appearance in the cartoon resulted in an increase in popularity and a penchant for Dead End to be army built.



Counterpunch: Actually during the time of writing this article, we're in the middle of packing for yet another move. I have my four Unicrons out, ready for packing and my wife comments on them, "I remember when you got that and how impressive it was. I never thought we'd see a Transformer that big again...and you have four of him now." She was right though, Unicron was a big deal when he came out. It's almost a "you had to be there" thing at this point. Funny thing for me is, I'm not sure we'll ever see a Transformer this big again considering how things are going.



Razorclaw0000: This guy was it for me. He cemented my love for the character and the awful chaos he represents. With the creation of this figure and the accompanying fiction across both the Unicron trilogy and the Universe 2003 line, my quest to collect all things Unicronian began. Years later that awful quest morphed into the disease of completionism, but Unicron was the dark seed that set me off.

The Legend of Micron



Blurrz: While Takara had their own toy line in with Beast Wars II and Neo, it was never until Armada, or in Japan – Micron Legend - that every Takara figure started to have their own differences in contrast to Hasbro figures. With two piles to pick from, Transformers collectors started to change their collecting habits. Takara’s Micron Legend focused more on show accuracy, and with that I have to say my favorite variant would have to be Blurr, or in Takara terms, Silverbolt. Silverbolt’s deco gives a new feel to the figure, as his yellow-stained windows are now red. Even his micron Incinerator, now called, Turbot, features a new deco. It’s just these little things that made Micron Legend deserve a second glance from me, and now I’m proud to own a majority of the Micron Legend figures.




Counterpunch: I've spoke a bit about this in my post but for me the most interesting difference between the Hasbro and Takara releases is Tidal Wave. It's a complete change in colors and really manages to give the big guy a color scheme that screams "death bringer". As a dark horse candidate, I'd mention Jetfire who's ML color swaps are simple but brilliant.





Razorclaw0000: As CP alluded to, Jetfire destroys his domestic counterpart by replacing the “heat scorched” white with the most crisp and pure white ever seen on a toy. The figure gleams in gorgeous brilliance. I’m also a fan of the “crystal” standard/deluxe Optimus Prime mold.

The I In Team



Blurrz: Blind packs, new decos, exclusives and the sort. Micron Legend went full force with their mini-con friends, and to this day I’m still trying to track down every mini-con that has been released by Takara. My counterparts are jerks. way ahead of me in that race, but I still have a fair share of little guys. Out of all of the Micron Legend variants, I have to say that my favorite would have to be X-Dimension Glide, whos blend of black, white, orange and chrome come together in a beautiful combination. Glide is a part of the X-Dimension Air Military team, and his teammates are gems as well! No don’t mind me as I start to cry myself to sleep as Counterpunch and Razorclaw0000 brag about their favorite micron.




Counterpunch: I will be forever grateful as a fan of Microns to JRFitzpatrick for setting me up with my Linkage Microns. I remember them when they came out but did not understand their relevance until later. The fiction tied into these guys and their simple but balanced color choices really work for me.

Honorable mentions go to Atlas and Rod who are wonderful vibrant redecos of Sparkplug.




Razorclaw0000: The Aqua Raider team, a DVD repaint of the Sea Team, is stunning in rich dark bluish grays that compliment Nemesis Prime exceedingly well. Also, the X-Dimension Destruction team gets a nod for the luxurious metallic orange and teal paints that would fit in with any modern United figure. Finally, the Micron Booster Emergency Team repaint, in all of its “Minty Fresh” glory delight me, with emerald transparent plastics.

The Aftermath




Blurrz: When Armada was done, I was taken aback by the fact that it was finished. I went on a Transformers hiatus and skipped Energon -> Cybertron -> Classics, and didn’t get back to the hobby until the 2007 Movie. The fact that there weren’t any mini-cons anymore was a big disappoint on my end. As long as I continue collecting Transformers, Armada/Micron Legend will be my favorite line, and I’ll cherish every little bit. The fact that lines like Power Core Combiners and Takara’s Arm Microns continue to carry the Armada banner thrills me beyond words. Armada begets a lot of distaste, but as I hope we’ve alluded to – there’s diamonds in the rough.

Counterpunch: I didn't like Armada at first but it was the line that got me to try and have everything in hand before making a solid judgement on a figure. I would come to love the large and simple designs as they were a straight call back to the G1 figures I grew up with. It's really the mark of my collection in a way because while I started back with RiD, it was Armada that got me to complete my first line. I still have one piece to grab though. Eventually I will find a Micron Legends Black Convoy to replace my US version. I may be holding out on finding him though so that I still have something fun to hunt for at Botcon. lol, I'm stupid. I know.

Razorclaw0000: I am a Mini-con and Micron collector, through and through, dedicated enough to even collect the minor variants between Armada and Micron Legend. With a count somewhere in the 500 area, I’m swimming in Microns, Scrooge McDuck style.



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(Thanks to tfu.info and the lens of Counterpunch for additional images)

So, we leave the floor to you, the members of Seibertron.com. How does Transformers Armada resonate with you?

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MOVIE MASTERPIECE 1/6 SCALE WOLVERINE COLLECTIBLE FIGURE
Hot Toys will be releasing a new version of Wolverine, this time based on his appearance in "X-Men: The Last Stand". It comes with alternate hands, a light-up display base and much more, and is listed at $214.99, saving you $20 off of the MSRP.
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TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS - TAKARA - FALL OF CYBERTRON
Takara follows up Hasbro's Generations line with their own set of releases! Look for figures to come with slightly different paint applications as well as possible chrome parts. We do not have any images of Takara product yet, but will update the site when they become available.
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KOTOBUKIYA 1/100 SCALE METAL GEAR REX FIGURE KIT
We have just listed this new kit from Metal Gear Solid. When completed it will be an articulated version of the original, and we currently have it listed at $109.99, although we expect this price to decrease once it is announced domestically.
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TERMINATOR COLLECTION 7" FIGURE SERIES 03 - CASE, SET, SINGLES
The new case assortment of Terminator figures includes five each of Kyle Reese and the T-800 (Tanker Truck Pursuit) as well as four of the T-1000 (Liquid Nitrogen), and is priced at $194.99, $57 off the MSRP. We also have them available as a Set of three for $47.99 ($8 off the MSRP). We have singles listed of Kyle Reese and the T-800 (Tanker Truck Pursuit) also, priced at $15.99 each.
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NEW IMPORT EXCLUSIVES
Fourteen new import exclusives are now up for pre-order. These include three new Figuarts Zero Artist Specials from One Piece, a Project BM Elek States figure from Kamen Rider, the Kamen Rider S.H. Figuarts Module Set 05, a Miku Hatsune Yukata Version Nendoroid figure and more.
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NEW EAGLEMOSS LISTINGS - MARVEL, DC CHESS, LOTR CHESS
Eaglemoss is branching out from the success of the DC Chess figures and starting a new line of Lord of the Rings Chess figures. This first month has #001 Aragorn White King, #002 Gothmog Black Bishop, #003 Gandalf White Bishop and #004 Gollum Black Pawn, each at $15.99. We also have the DC Chess #22 Red Hood Black Pawn and #023 Batwing White Pawn at $15.99 each and #189 Gamora and #190 Vance Astro for the Marvel side.
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SEPTEMBER DVDS & BLU-RAYS
This month brings a good-sized list of DVDs and Blu-Rays from a variety of titles. We have the Mass Effect: Paragon Lost title on Blu-Ray at $34.99 and on DVD at & $29.99. We also have the Complete Season 4 of the Clone Wars listed at $49.99 for the DVD Set and $69.99 for the Blu-Ray Set. Other titles include Transformers Rescue Bots - Roll to the Rescue DVD at $16.99, two Batman Double Feature DVDs (SubZero & Batman Beyond: The Movie, Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker & The Batman Vs. Dracula) at $16.99 each, GaoGaiGar Complete Collection DVD Set at $49.99, Galaxy Express 999 Eternal Fantasy DVD at $18.99 and the follow-up Galaxy Express 999 Complete Series DVD Set Volume 01 at $54.99.
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BLACK BOX 1/6 SCALE FLAKVIERLING 38 WITH TRAILER
This 1/6 scale artillery unit features metal construction and is full of details. We have the gray and Tan versions listed at $599.99 each, and the Camo version at $624.99.
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LORD OF THE RINGS WEAPON REPLICAS
We have six new replicas from United Cutlery up for pre-order. We have the Sword of the Witch-King, Narsil: the Sword of King Elendil and Anduril: the Sword of King Elessar at $249.99 each, as well as the Fighting Knives of Legolas Greenleaf at $244.99, Sting: the Sword of Frodo Baggins at $179.99 and the Staff of Gandalf the White at $189.99.
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ENTERBAY BRUCE LEE BLACK LABEL 1/6 SCALE LIMITED EDITION STATUE
We just wanted to add a quick note - the price on this item has been reduced to $159.99 now that it has been solicited domestically. If you were on the fence about this great piece before, now is your chance to grab one for your collection.
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SDCC 2012 EXCLUSIVE VINYL INVADER 11" GRAY SUIT BATMAN
This exclusive version of the new Batman vinyl figure is limited to 480 pieces and combines the Japanese super robot aesthetic with one of America's most beloved super heroes. We have this figure listed at $59.99.
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STAR WARS DARTH MALGUS PREMIUM FORMAT 1/4 SCALE FIGURE
This new statue of one of the Dark Lords of the Sith stands 20" tall and has him in a cloth cape with his armor, lightsaber and respirator. We have him listed at $374.99, with a release date around March of 2013.
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WALKING DEAD HALLOWEEN 2012 MINIMATES SET
This special holiday Black & White two-pack includes Dale and a Female Zombie. We have it listed at $7.99.
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DC HEROCLIX BATMAN: STREETS OF GOTHAM COUNTERTOP DISPLAY, FAST FORCES
Two new items have been listed from the newest assortment of DC Heroclix. This new assortment will include Birds of Prey, the Outsides and the WildC.A.T.S. and we have them available two ways - as a Countertop Display of 36 with 24 singles and four team packs for $89.99, or as a Fast Forces Six-Pack with Oracle, Black Canary, Huntress, Lady Blackhawk, Hawk and Dove, which is listed at $15.99.
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MIGHTY GOH VERSION 02 EX GOKIN
The ship from "Mighty Jack" is up for pre-order in its second incarnation. The Mighty Goh is about 12" long and is listed at $323.99.
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VASH THE STAMPEDE 1/8 SCALE FIGURE
Kotobukiya is releasing a new figure of this Trigun character. We currently have it listed at $119.99, but this price will decrease if a domestic release is announced.
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STAR TREK MASTERPIECE COLLECTION BUSTS
The Captain Kirk and Captain Picard busts have been re-solicited and are ready for pre-orders. We have each listed at $79.99, $10 off the MSRP.
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OUTER LIMITED CREATURE COLLECTION - ALIEN THETAN
This new series is set to bring us all the famous creatures from the sci-fi series, starting with the one that inspired "The Watchmen" The 1/8 Scale Thetan is listed at $74.99, $5 off the MSRP.
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FRANKENWEENIE FIGURES
The upcoming Tim Burton movie "Frankenweenie" is sure to spawn a variety of figures, and we have the latest of these listed for pre-order. Medicom is producing VCDs of Sparky ($56.99, $4 off the MSRP) and Victor ($64.99, $5 off the MSRP), as well as an Ultra Detail Figure Set of Victor & Sparky at $37.99.
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YU-GI-OH BLACK MAGICIAN 1/7 SCALE FIGURE
Kotobukiya adds to their Yu-Gi-Oh offerings with this Black Magician 1/7 scale figure. He stands with his staff in hand atop a pentagram base, and is currently listed at $124.99, although this price may decrease is a domestic release is in the offing.
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JAKKS PACIFIC TV GAMES TOUCH
Jakks is releasing a new line of video games that plug right in to your TV and are played through an included touch screen. The first titles to come out will be Star Wars, Spider-Man and Spongebob Squarepants, and we have them listed at $28.99 each.
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DISNEY SECRET OF THE WINGS FAIRIES
We have a number of new dolls and figures from the upcoming "Secret of the Wings" Disney movie starring Tinkerbell. We have a Case of 4 9" Winter Fashion Dolls at $64.99, as well as two cases of 4 4.5" Fairies -- the Basic Fairies at $32.99 and the Winter/Spring Pack at $67.99.
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GREMLINS GIZMO 6" PLUSH
Everyone's favorite Mogwai is now available in the form of a 6" plush, and we have him listed for $9.99.
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THE WALKING DEAD POP! VINYL FIGURES
Four characters from The Walking Dead are the first to get figures in the POP! Television line. We have Sheriff Rick Grimes, Daryl, the RV Walker and the Bicycle Girl listed right now, priced at $10.99 each.
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TRANSFORMERS MASTERPIECE MP-11S SUNSTORM
This new Seeker comes with coronation pieces lke a cape and crown as well as a collectible coin. We have this figure listed at $189.99, $30 off the MSRP, and it is created from the updated Seeker body with the QC fixes.
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TRANSFORMERS PRIME EXCLUSIVE TERRORCON BUMBLEBEE
The new version of Bumblebee is a Tokyo Toy Show 2012 exclusive and also includes a clear purple version of the scorpion Arms Micron. Don't miss out on this exclusive, priced at $64.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TRANSFORMERS PRIME ROBOTS IN DISGUISE VOYAGER SERIES 03 CASE, SINGLES
This new assortment includes Optimus Prime, Megatron, Bulkhead and Dreadwing, and we have the case listed at $89.99. We also have singles available of Optimus Prime, Megatron and Bulkhead, priced at $9.50 - $24.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=8343


TERMINATOR 2 HD MASTERPIECE 1/4 SCALE T-800 FIGURE
Enterbay has just released this fantastic new 1/4 scale articulated figure fo the T-800 from "Terminator 2". It comes with weapons including bullets and shells, interchangeable hands, a cloth outfit including leather jacket and pants, a display stand, an endoskeleton arm and more, and is listed at $499.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TRANSFORMERS PRIME AM-18 AIRACHNID
The import version of Airachnid has arrived. She comes with her own Micron, transforms from robot to helicopter and is listed at $29.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


BLUE BOX 1/18 SCALE F-18C VFA-86 SIDEWINDERS
This new 1/18 scale Hornet aircraft comes loaded with weapons and other details. We have it listed at $179.99, $10 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


EM GOKIN 01 - BLUE JET
This figure was once called Fi-Tor here in the States as a Renegade Gobot, but in Japan he is a Machine Robo character named Blue Jet. Fewture has produced an EM Gohkin figure of Blue Jet, and we have it listed at $109.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


E.T. 30TH ANNIVERSARY FIGURE SERIES 02 SET
This pair includes Telepathic E.T. and Night Flight E.T. The two figures com with accessories such as a blanket, a Speak N Spell and more, and the set is priced at $28.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TOYNAMI SDCC 2012 PLUSH EXCLUSIVES - STREET FIGHTER x HELLO KITTY, DARK KNIGHT RISES SKELANIMAL
We have received two more SDCC exclusives from Toynami. The Street Fighter x Hello Kitty Chun Li stands about 10" tall and is listed at $63.99, while the Dark Knight Rises Skelanimal stands 10" tall as well and is listed at $47.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... 2012+Plush


FREEZE T-SHIRTS - GI JOE, TRANSFORMERS
A number of new t-shirts have arrived. We have GI Joe and Transformers shirts in sizes Medium to XXL, and they are priced at $15.99 - $16.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... ze+T-Shirt


MATTEL VOLTRON BLUE LION & ALLURA SET
For the benefit of our international and other customers we have received a small quantity of the Blue Lion set from Mattel. It comes with Princess Allura as well as a key, and is listed at $84.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


"THE DARK KNIGHT RISES" BATMAN 8" FIGURE
Our shipment also included a small number of the 8" Batman figure from the latest movie. It comes with batarangs and a display base and is listed at $42.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


DC UNIVERSE CLASSICS MIRROR MASTER
This month's Club Infinite Earths subscription figure is Mirror Master, an enemy of the Flash. He includes his twin mirror guns and holsters, and is listed at $29.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE CLASSICS SIR LASER-LOT
This new character created by Geoff Johns is part of the 30th Anniversary Series. He comes with a laser flail, a laser sword and a laser shield, and is listed at $34.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


PARANORMAN 4" FIGURINE SERIES 01 - CASE, SET, SINGLES
This case assortment includes three of Norman with Hand Base, two each of Norman with Toothbrush and Zombie Judge Hopkins and one each of Alvin, Neil, Zombie John henry, Zombie Thaddeus Glover and Zombie Amelia Wilcott; we have the case listed at $124.99, $31 off the MSRP. We also have the set of 8 (one of each figure) listed at $99.99, and singles of Norman with Hand Base, Norman with Toothbrush and Zombie Judge Hopkins at $11.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=8640

BBTS Sponsor News: Metroid, Diamond Select, Transformers, DC Unlimited, Hot Toys & More

Date: Wednesday, August 22nd 2012 3:54pm EDT
Categories: 3rd Party News, Cartoon News, Collectables, Movie News, Sponsor News, Toy News
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METROID FIGMA SAMUS ARAN FIGURE
The heroine of the Metroid video game series is getting her own Figma action figure. She comes in her armor suit, with accessories like an energy blast and her ball form. This figure is currently listed at $64.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


DIAMOND SELECT NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
Diamond Select has announced a number of new items, including three different waves of Minimates. Marvel Minimates Wave 48 Set of 8 includes new versions of Reed, Sue and Johnny from the Fantastic Four plus Blastaar, the Puppet Master, Alicia Masters and two Moloids, while the first wave of the new Battle Beast Minimates line has Vorin the Ram, Merk the Falcon, Scorpion, Snake and more; each of these waves of 8 is listed at $33.99. We also have the second Series of Street Fighter X Tekken Minimates, which includes Ryu, Yoshimitsu, Abel, Kazuya, Chun Li, Hwoarang, Rufus and Julia, and is listed at $33.99 as well. The Femme Fatales line continues with Kabuki, who is priced at $39.99, saving you $5 off the MSRP. Finally, the Star Trek line gets two new entries. The Landing Party Role Play Three Pack has a Tricorder, a Phaser and a Communicator from the Original Series and is listed at $99.99; Diamond Select is also beginning a new series of 7" scale figures, starting with Mr. Spock and the Horta from "The Devil in the Dark", and it is listed at $21.99, $3 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10359


NEW KOTOBUKIYA LISTINGS
Not to be outdone, Kotobukiya has announced a number of new items as well. The Men In Black get a female agent in the form of Agent G, a new Bishoujo statue who is listed at $53.99, $6 off the MSRP. Kotobukiya also add to two popular lines with the New 52 Flash 1/10 Scale ArtFX+ Statue at $35.99 ($4 off the MSRP) and the Danger Room Sessions Cyclops 10.5" Fine Art Statue priced at $199.99, $20 off the MSRP. The title transforming tank from Gunhed comes home as a new model kit priced at $89.99, $10 off the MSRP, as does the Muv-Luv Alternative Shiranui 2nd Yuya Bridges, as a D-Style model kit priced at $17.99. GaoGaiGar's helper ChoRyuJin will soon be available as a D-Style kit as well, priced at $24.99, and the first of the Frame Arms Extend Arms set is coming as well, priced at $17.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10380


KNIGHT MORPHER AIRBORNE SQUAD
New from Mastermind Creations, we have just put up 3 new Knight Morpher items: KM-05 Airborne Squad Screecher, KM-06 Warper, KM-07 Stormer. Each one of these is priced at $89.99 and will come with a comic book.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... mastermind


TRANSFORMERS CLUB SUBSCRIPTION FIGURES
We will be getting the figures from the upcoming Transformers Club Subscription. Some of the figures have already sold out, but we still have Depth Charge, Slipstream, Breakdown, Jackpot, Circuit and Ultra Mammoth, with prices ranging from $39.99 to $129.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10366


DC UNLIMITED 2013 SERIES 01 CASE
Mattel has just announced a case assortment for the first wave of DC Unlimited figures. It includes three of Superman, two of Flash and one of Hawkman and is listed at $104.99, $15 off the MSRP. We have also restocked our pre-orders of the Set of Three, priced at $57.99, and the singles at $18.99 - $24.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Series+01


1/4 SCALED PREDATOR 2 FIGURES: CASE/SINGLES
The Masked City Hunter and Warrior Predator figures are now up on the site. We have these available in either a case of 2 or individually. The individual figures are priced at $94.99 and the case of 2 is $189.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... predator+2


MY SIZE BATMAN 31" FIGURE
The latest figure from "The Dark Knight Rises" is this new 31" My Size Batman. It has 7 points of articulation and is listed at $49.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... icture=out


1/18 SCALE BAT-POD WITH CATWOMAN MODEL KIT
This set is labeled for experienced builders only and includes a resin Catwoman from "The Dark Knight Rises" to sit atop the Bat-Pod. We have this kit listed at $29.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


BSG VIPER MARK II, MK VII 1/32 SCAEL FINISHED MODEL KITS
Moebius is releasing two more pre-finished model kits. We have listings for 1/32 scale versions of the Mark II and Mark VII Vipers, priced at $49.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... r+Finished


STREET FIGHTER 1/4 SCALE SAGAT STATUE
PopCultureShock has announced a new 21" statue of Sagat from the Street Fighter series. He comes in his cloth shorts and is listed at $344.99, $20 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... icture=out


TYGRA 1/4 SCALE MIXED MEDIA STUDIO STATUE
The Thundercats line also gets a new entry from PopCultureShock. Tygra is shown with his whip lashing forward and stands 32" tall. He comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and is listed at $339.99, $20 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


GAME OF THRONES TYRION LANNISTER STATUE
Tyrion Lannister, one of the breakout characters on HBO's "A Game of Thrones" is now the subject of a Dark Horse statue. It stands 10" tall and shows Tyrion with axe in hand, ready to attack the Baratheon usurper at the wall of King's Landing. We have this piece listed at $159.99, $40 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... icture=out


NEW IMPORT EXCLUSIVE FIGURES
We have listed 15 new import exclusive figures. These include an S.H. Figuarts Kamen Rider Genocider at $237.99, PS# and Nintendo 3DS E.X. Troopers games with Teekee figures, a 1/144 scale HG Meteor Unit kit, 1/144 scale Sazabi GPB Color Reissue and GM Sniper II White Dingo Corps, Robot Damashii Leo Space Type, a Robot Damashii Leo Upgrade kit and much more -- be sure to check them out at the link.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10345


DISNEY ENESCO NEW OFFERINGS
We have four new listings from Enesco for Disney figurines. The Lily of the Valley Fairy from Fantasia measures 5" tall and is listed at $324.99 with bronze details; the Summer's Twilight, Autumn's Dawn Fairies stand 7.75" tall with three bronze fairies and are listed at $498.99. Mickey's Christmas Carol gives us Scrooge & Tiny Tim: Tidings of Goodwill at $198.99, and the 75th Anniversary Limited Edition Snow White & Prince: Fairy Tale Ending is priced at $298.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... ney+Enesco


NEW SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ITEMS
A number of new items are coming out in the Sonic line. We have 20th Anniversary Comic Book Two-Packs od Shadow & Silver and Amy & Sonic, each at $16.99. We also have a 10" Classic Sonic & 10" Modern Sonic at $23.99 each, Sonic All Stars Racing items, Sonic Free Riders, Sonic 2" Classic Multi Packs, 3" Game Pack Figures, 6" Super Posers in Case, Set and Singles, 3" Figures with Accessories and more.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... arch=Sonic


JILL VALENTINE 1/6 SCALE STATUE
Hollywood Collectibles is releasing a new 1/6 scale statue of Jill Valentine, the heroine of Resident Evil. She stands 13.5' tall with twin pistols ready and is listed at $179.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


"THE EXPENDABLES 2" REPLICA KNIVES
Two new replica knives are being released from "The Expendables 2". We have new listings for a Gil Hibben Legionnaire Bowie Knife with Sheath at $106.99 and a Toothpick Knife with Sheath at $98.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=6901


NEW TRANSFORMERS T-SHIRTS
A number of new Transformers G1 T-Shirts are on their way. We have new shirts with Optimus, Megatron, Starscream, Bumblebee, Jazz, Grimlock, Thundercracker and Soundwave, along with the logos, and they are listed at $23.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... mpany=1162


THE HOBBIT JEWELRY REPLICAS
Badali Jewelry is producing a number of replicas from the upcoming Hobbit movies. These includes a Bag End Door Necklace in bronze, silver or gold, Thror's Key necklaces and keychain and the Dwarven Ring of Power with a variety of stones or simulated stones, all in sizes 10-15.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=8284


NEW TREXI FIGURES - JUSTICE LEAGUE, SPONGEBOB
A variety of new Trexi figures have just been listed. The Justice League are represented by five new figures - clear Trexies in Green with the Green Lantern symbol, Red with the Flash symbol, Yellow with the Wonder Woman symbol, Black with the Batman Symbol and Blue with the Superman symbol. They are listed at $13.99 each, or as a set of 5 for $59.99. We also have six Spongebob Squarepants figures - Sandy, Squidward, Patrick, Viking Spongebob, Bedtime Spongebob and Spongebob - and they are priced at $69.99 for the set of 6 or $13.99 each singly.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... arch=trexi


DOCTOR WHO NOVELTIES & GAMES
We have listed four new items on our Doctor Who menu. For the science lovers we have the Dalek Enemy Identifier and Silurian Crystal Lab, each at $44.99. We also have Glow-In-The-Dark 2D Molded Stickers at $14.99 and a Doctor Who Yahtzee game at $23.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... Doctor+Who


NEW FURBIES
Four new colors of the new Furby model have been announced. Plum, Pink Puff, green Man and Twilight have all been put up for pre-order, priced at $64.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... arch=Furby


"BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS PART 01" DVD, BLU-RAY & DVD SET
The latest of the DC Animated titles to be announced is the upcoming version of Frank Miller's classic future Batman story. This video will include the first half (presumably) of the story, and is listed at $22.99 for the DVD, or $29.99 for the Blu-Ray & DVD Set.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... turns+Part


"MEN IN BLACK 3" SUNGLASSES
These licensed sunglasses come with a carry case, a cleaning cloth and a Certificate of Authenticity. We have them listed at $32.99, so don't miss out on them.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... icture=out


MASS EFFECT SX3 ALLIANCE FIGHTER REPLICA
The Normandy will finally have some backup with the release of this new fighter ship. It comes with a display stand and is listed at $29.99, $5 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


LUCHA LEGENDS SERIES 01 - SET, SINGLES
new Vendor Five 0 Nine is producing a new line of figures based on popular Luchadors from Mexico. Series 01 includes Atlantis, Averno, Mistico and Shocker, and we have them listed at $22.99 each, or $84.99 for the set of four.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=3072


"FRANKENWEENIE" FIGURES, PLUSH
The upcoming movie has a number of different figures being re4leased as well as a 10" plush of After Life Sparky at $19.99. The 3" figures come in two-packs, which are available singly at $10.99 each, as a Set of 4 at $41.99 or as a Case of 12 at $99.99. We also have listings for 4-piece Collector Packs, singly at $19.99 each or as a set of two for $39.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=3071


WWE CASES, SINGLE
A number of new case assortments have been listed. We have Series 20 Global Superstars Case of 12 at $129.99 as well as the single Sheamus at $10.99. We have the Basic Figure Cases of 12 for Series 21, 22, 23 and Best of 2012 at $129.99 each, as well as Basic Figure Two-Packs Series 18 Case of 6 at $125.99 and Elite Figure Series 17 Case of 8 at $143.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... search=wwe


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STAR WARS REAL ACTION HEROES DARTH VADER VERSION 2.0
This new version of the Dark Lord of the Sith has both helmeted and Episode VI Anakin heads, an LED-lit lightsaber, a talking body with 6 original movie quotes, multiple hands and a display stand. We have this RAH figure listed at $289.99, $10 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TRANSFORMERS PRIME AM-01 OPTIMUS PRIME WITH BATTLE SHIELD
This Toys R Us Japan exclusive includes the AM-01 Prime with his Arms Micron as well as three recolored Microns that together form the Cosmotector Shield. He also comes with a cardboard of his trailers which can hold a Deluxe transformer as all as the Microns; we have this item listed at $89.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


HALO 4 SERIES 01 CASE, SET, SINGLES
The first assortment of Halo 4 figures has arrived from McFarlane Toys. This series includes Grunt Storm, Spartan Warrior, Elite Zealot and Master Chief, and they are available as a Case of eight (two of each) for $89.99, a Set of four at $45.99 or singly at $11.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... 01+Figures


SUCKER PUNCH MOVIE MASTERPIECE 1/6 SCALE AMBER COLLECTIBLE FIGURE
Hot Toys' second figure from "Sucker Punch" is Amber. This figure comes with her complete outfit as well as a lollipop, a lighter, a pistol, a knife and much more. We have this figure listed at $159.99, $10 off of the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


SDCC 2012 EXCLUSIVE MOVIE MASTERPIECE 1/6 SCALE CAPTAIN AMERICA - RESCUE VERSION
One of the SDCC exclusives this year was this figure of Captain America as he appeared in "Captain America: The First Avenger". As in the film, the action figures comes with a brown leather-like jacket and tan pants and includes alternate hands, his triangular shield, multiple other weapons and more. We have this exclusive figure listed at $249.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


"THE AVENGERS" MARVEL SELECT HULK FIGURE
This figure stands over 8" tall with 16 points of articulation. Don't miss out on this towering Avengers for your collection, priced at $19.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


"THE AVENGERS" MARVEL SELECT HAWKEYE FIGURE
We have received a small restock shipment of Hawkeye from the recent movie. He comes in his black and red outfit and is priced at $19.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


HOT WHEELS HERITAGE 1/18 SCALE DIE-CAST BATMOBILE
This vehicle comes from the 1989 movie "Batman" and bring this popular car home for collectors. It is listed at $59.99 and is ready to join your collection now.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


FRIDAY THE 13TH 7" FIGURE SERIES 01 - SET OF TWO
This set includes regular and battle-damaged versions of Jason as he appeared in "Friday the 13th Part 3". These 7.5" figures come with a machete, an axe, a spear gun and more, and we have the set listed at $32.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


MARVEL MINIMATES FEAR ITSELF BOX SETS
Two new Minimates four-packs have arrived. The Worthy set includes Cul the Serpent, Skadi (Sin), Angrir (Thing) and Mokk (Grey Gargoyle), while the Mighty set has Odin, Hawkeye, Spider-Man and Iron Man. We have each set listed at $15.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... ear+Itself


SDCC 2012 MARVEL MINIMATES AMAZING SPIDER-MAN TWO-PACK
This two-pack has Spidey and the Lizard, each splashed with sewage. The two-pack is listed at $8.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


SDCC 2012 BATTLE BEASTS MINIMATE TWO-PACK
We also have the first release from the new Battle Beasts Minimates line. This set includes Vorin the Ram and a new dragonfly villain. This set is listed at $8.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


STAR WARS MOS EISLEY CANTINA 12" FIGURE ENVIRONMENT
The latest Star Wars 12" figure environment from Sideshow is this chunk of the Cantina. It shows the curving roof and a window, and includes a double-sided window graphic as well as interior lights. This piece can be used as interior as well as exterior cantina displays and is listed at $234.99, saving you $15 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


RED HULK 24" COMIQUETTE
This website exclusive shows the Red Hulk touching down from a huge leap, with rippling muscles and a look of rage on his face. It stands 2 feet tall and is listed at $359.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... icture=out


UNION JACK 12.5" STATUE
Bowen Designs has just released this new statue of Union Jack. This is one of the Marvel heroes that represents the U.K., and he has his dagger and pistol at the ready. We have this statue listed at $229.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


ROGUE CLASSIC 14.5" STATUE
X-Men mainstay Rogue gets a new statue that shows her flying in the outfit she wore right around the Fall of the Mutants storyline. This statue is a must-have for X-Men collector, and is listed at $224.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


ALIEN BIG CHAP POLYSTONE STATUE
The alien from the first movie is shown here crouching atop a Giger-esque pedestal. The piece stands 16" tall and is listed at $234.99, $15 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


JESSICA RABBIT 20" PREMIUM FORMAT FIGURE
This statue of Roger Rabbit's wife shows her in her red fabric gown and comes with a Penguin Waiter statue alongside. It measures 20" x 7" x 7" and is listed at $324.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


SIX MILLION DOLLAR MAN 8" FIGURE SERIES 01 - SET OF STEVE AUSTIN & BIGFOOT
This first assortment from Bif Bang Pow includes the Six Million Dollar Man himself as well as his one-time foe Bigfoot. We have the set of two listed at $43.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


MMA ULTIMATE COLLECTOR SERIES 09 SPECIALTY RETAILER ASSORTMENT SINGLES
Six figures from this assortment are now available as singles. We have Ben Henderson, Cain Velasquez, Chris Leben, Don Frye, Jason Miller and Nick Diaz, and each is listed at $14.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Specialty


MARVEL UNIVERSE 3.75" 2012 SERIES 01 CASE, SET
A restock shipment of this popular wave has arrived. The Set of five includes the new Hulk, Beast, Spider-Man, Kraven and Beta Ray Bill and is listed at $54.99; we also have the Case of 12, which includes two each of the figures in the set as well as one of the Original Hulk and one of Ghost Rider, and is listed at $109.99. Each of the five figures in the set is also listed singly, priced at $11.99 - $13.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Series+01


MARVEL UNIVERSE 3.75" SINGLES
Just a quick reminder - we have a number of new and recent Marvel Universe figures available as singles. For those of you that have holes in your collection, we have Shattered Dimension Spider-Man, New Deco Punisher, She-Hulk, Falcon, Modern Thor and many more - check them out at the link.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=5226


SDCC 2012 CATWOMAN 2" MEZ-ITZ KEYRING
This exclusive is taken from Catwoman's look in "The Dark Knight Rises" and has five points of articulation. We have this exclusive listed at $11.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail

BBTS Sponsor News: G2 Bruticus, New Hasbro, SW Vintage, Enterbay, Transformers Generations Wave 2 Revision, New Transformers: Rescue Bots Hoist and Medix!

Date: Wednesday, August 1st 2012 4:01pm EDT
Categories: 3rd Party News, Cartoon News, Collectables, Game News, Movie News, Sponsor News
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Couple of additional notes:

It has also been brought to our attention that Transformers Generations Wave 2 has been revised to be a little more collector friendly:

"Hi - we wanted to let you know that Hasbro has just announced a new and slightly different Generations Deluxe case assortment called Series 02 Revision 02. This case is exactly the same as what you preordered (Series 02), except they replace one of the two Optimus Prime figures with Shockwave. So the case now contains Shockwave, Prime, Jazz, and one each of the 5 figures that form Bruticus. We have moved all preorders over to the new assortment, which is also scheduled to arrive in September. If for any reason you wish to receive the original case that contains 2 primes and 0 shockwave, you can just reply to this email and we will switch it back for you, or you can place the new order on our site and cancel your preorder for the Wave 02 Revision 02 Case.

Thanks!
Joel
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com "

Transformers: Rescue Bots Series 5 adds two previously unknown characters, Hoist and Medix.

TRANSFORMERS RESCUE BOTS SERIES 05
Blades and Boulder are joined in this case assortment by Medix and Hoist. We have this Case of four listed at $53.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail

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G2 BRUTICUS(BBTS SHARED EXCLUSIVE) - PREORDERS OPEN AGAIN
Did you miss Bruticus when it first went up? We have reopened the preorder, get yours now while they are still available!
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TRANSFORMERS SCI-FI REVOLTECH #040 OPTIMUS PRIME DX
This new release of the movie figure includes jetwings, an energon axe, his energon sword, multiple hands and more. We have this piece listed at $69.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT 1/4 SCALE HD MASTERPIECE BATMAN, JOKER
Enterbay has announced two new 1/4 scale HD Masterpiece figures. Batman and the Joker from "Batman: The Dark Knight". Each will come with costume pieces and accessories, and each is currently priced at $449.99, although that is a preliminary number and may change before the figure is released. If this happens, we will be sure to notify you as soon as possible.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... ompany=395


BBTS USA EXCLUSIVE LOU FERRIGNO 22" MAQUETTE GAMMA GLOW SIGNATURE VERSION
This new version is in response to fan requests and features a brighter paintjob. Like the Classic version, this statue will be priced at $324.99 for a short time, and then raised to $399.99 when the non-signature version is listed. Be sure to grab yours before the increase! Edition Sizes have also been announced - only 110 of the Classic version and 65 of the Gamma Glow Version!
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


STAR WARS VINTAGE 2012 SERIES 05 CASE
This new case assortment will see limited release, but we will be able to get them for our customers. The assortment includes Clone Wars Ahsoka Tano, Clone Wars Obi-Wan Kenobi, Naboo Pilot with Duster, Mawhonic, Aurra Sing, Lumat, Gungan Warrior, Nien Nunb, Weequay Hunter, Royal Guard, Republic Trooper and Orrimaarko. Each figure appears to be new, many with additional accessories and more. This case is listed at $119.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TRANSFORMERS PRIME ARMS MICRON VOLUME 03 - CASE OF 300, BAG OF 6
The next wave of Arms Microns includes Ratchet Spanner, Wheeljack Kunai, Starscream Boomerang and a Dragonfly Machine Gun, which may come in two colors. We have these figures listed as a case of 300 for $799.99 or a Bag of 6 (one each of 5 + one extra if possible, otherwise one each of the four figures [no secondary color] plus two extra) for $17.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Volume+03


RETROTABLE ARCADE GAMES
Four new items have been listed from Arcade Factory. We have a stand-up arcade game, sit-down games in both black and cherry and even a Mini-RetroTable tabletop game system. Each unit comes with six game boards that can be easily plugged in, and each contains 2-3 classic video games from the 80s like Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Missile Command, Galaga and more. These units will be drop-shipped to your home for free, contain 5 year warranties and are priced at $998.99 for the tabletop, $2498.99 for either sit-down version and $2698.99 for the stand-up version.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=8846


NEW UNIVERSAL DESIGN JACKETS & SUIT REPLICAS
Following up on the Captain America Jackets and Suit Replica, we now have listings for the Darth Maul Leather Cafe Racer Jacket at $649.99, the Empire Leather Racing Jacket in either Black or White at $499.99 and three new Suit Replicas - Tron Legacy Rinzler, Tron Legacy Sam Flynn and Star Wars Black Stormtrooper, priced at $829.99, $829.99 and $879.99, respectively. Each Jacket comes in sizes from XXS to XXL; the suits will need to be ordered through Customer Service with the sizing per piece as shown on each item's page.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... sal+Design


NEW BOWEN MARVEL STATUES
Bowen has announced five new statues. Warpath gets a regular version at $224.99 as well as an X-Force Website Exclusive at $234.99. Three other Website Exclusives are also up for pre-orders - the Cable Action Statue at $249.99, the Doctor Strange Faux Bronze statue at $224.99 and the Hercules Variant Statue at $199.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... arch=bowen


BRUCE LEE 1/6 SCALE LIMITED EDITION STATUE
Enterbay also has the new BL-1 1/6 Scale Bruce Lee Statue on the way. This Black Label piece shows a shirtless Bruce in blue jeans with a medallion around his neck; we currently have this piece priced at $284.99, although it may decrease once domestic information is released.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


MR. SPOCK 1/4 SCALE STATUE
Hollywood Collectibles' second statue in their 1/4 scale Star Trek line is Science Officer Mr. Spock. He stands 19" tall with a phaser in hand and is listed at $279.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


HITMAN ABSOLUTION - AGENT 47 PLAY ARTS KAI ACTION FIGURE
This assassin is the subject of the latest Play Arts Kai announcement. He comes with his handguns, an alternate hand and a sniper rifle, and is listed at $64.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


RESIDENT EVIL BIOHAZARD LUPO UPDATE
We just wanted to drop you a quick note and mention that the price on this figure has dropped from $98.99 to $64.99, so anyone who was holding off for the decrease can go ahead and place their pre-order now.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


BLEACH ENCORE, DELUXE FIGURES
Toynami is reissuing the second and third series of the Bleach Encore figure line, as well as announcing a new Bleach Deluxe figure. Series 02 of the Encore line includes Byakuya and Ichigo, and Series 03 has Renji and Toshiro; each line is available as a set of two for $27.99 or singly at $14.99 each. We also have the new Bleach Deluxe 7" Ichigo with Bankai Mask listed, at this figure is priced at $22.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=3403


STAR WARS BATTLE PACKS 2012 SERIES 1R1 CASE
The new Battle Pack case assortment includes two each of Bespin Battle and Episode 1 Duel and one each of Obi-Wan/Jango/Battle Droid and Rebel Heroes. This assortment is listed at $139.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


STAR WARS JEDI FORCE FIGURE TWO-PACK 2012 SERIES 4, 5 CASES
These two new assortments include new figures like General Grievous, Captain Rex and more. Each Case of 8 is listed at $49.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... -Pack+2012


STAR WARS ULTIMATE FX LIGHTSABERS 2012 WAVE 02 - SET, SINGLES
Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Maul are each getting a new Ultimate FX Lightsaber. They are available singly at $44.99 each, or as a set for $87.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... ightsabers


TRANSFORMERS PRIME ROBOTS IN DISGUISE CYBRVERSE COMMANDER - WAVE 3R2, 4
Two new waves of Cyberverse Commander are on their way. Wave 03 Revision 02 includes two of Nightwatch Optimus Prime plus one each of Ultra Magnus, Ironhide, Dreadwing and Megatron, while Wave 04 includes two of Nightwatch Optimus Prime plus one each of Starscream, Ultra Magnus, Bulkhead Redeco and Skyquake; each case is listed at $64.99. We also have the Set of Bulkhead Redeco and Skyquake listed at $33.99, and Ultra Magnus as a single at $11.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Commander


TRANSFORMERS BOT SHOTS ASSORTMENT A SERIES 4R2, 5; ASSORTMENT B SERIES 1R2, 2
The new waves of Assortment A include older figures plus new ones such as Autobot Ratchet and more. Cases are listed at $49.99, with a Set of 5 Series 05 vehicles at $34.99 and new singles at $4.99 - $47.99 each. The Assortment B vehicles with Launchers add new figures Starscream and Ironhide, who are available as a set of 2 for $19.99. Cases of 10 are also listed at $89.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... =Bot+Shots


TRANSFORMERS JAPANESE COLLECTION: VICTORY DVD BOX SET
The American releases of the Japanese Transformers shows finish up with Victory. This box set is listed at $33.99, and is set to arrive this October.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TRANSFORMERS RESCUE BOTS SERIES 05
Blades and Boulder are joined in this case assortment by Medix and Hoist. We have this Case of four listed at $53.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


MARVEL LEGENDS 2012 WAVE 1R1, 2R4 CASES
These two new case assortments are great ways to catch up on some earlier figures. They includes popular characters like Iron Man, Wolverine, Spider-Man, Captain America, Thor and more, and are listed at $124.99 - be sure to check them out for complete assortment lists.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... gends+2012


MARVEL SUPER HERO ADVENTURES DELUXE VEHICLE SERIES 2, 3
The second assortment includes X-Force Wolverine and Iron Man with the Hovercar and Silver Centurion Iron Man and Captain America with Quinjet, while the third assortment has Wolverine and Iron Man with the Rescue Jet and Hulk and Silver Surfer with the Mud Storm 4x4. Each Case of 2 is listed at $44.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... cle+Series


THE AVENGERS 3.75" FIGURE SERIES 4R1, 4R2, 4R3
Three new assortments of the Avengers figures have arrived, and they are perfect for catching up on figures you may have missed. They contain returning figures like Cosmic Spear Loki, Fusion Armor Iron Man, Hawkeye and Gamma Smash Hulk, along with newer figures like Shatterblaster Iron Man, Assault Squad Nick Fury and Cosmic Axe Chitauri. Each assortment of 12 is listed at $114.99, so check them all out and grab your favorites.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... %22+Figure


THE AVENGERS 8" HERO SERIES 03 - CASE, SINGLES
This case includes two of the Hulk and one each of Captain America and Iron Man. The Case is listed at $47.99, with singles listed at $12.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... 153&page=3


THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN WEB BATTLERS SERIES 3 CASE
This assortment of eight includes one each of Spider-Man with Spinning Web Blade, Web Slash, Web Smash, Classic Doc Ock and Classic Green Goblin, and three of Battler with Retractible Snare (presumably Spider-Man - we're waiting on confirmation). This case is listed at $112.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY HEROCLIX
Two Heroclix assortments from the upcoming Hobbit movie are on their way. We have the 24 Pieces Countertop Display at $64.99, along with the Campaign Starter Set with seven figures, plus maps, Horde tokens and more, and it is listed at $33.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... t+Heroclix


THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING DIORAMA SET 1
WETA is producing a set of dioramas due to popular demand that will show the entire Fellowship on their trek. The first piece shows Frodo, Gandalf and Legolas, and measures 7.5" long by 5.1" wide and 5.5" tall. This first piece is listed at $199.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


FEWTURE ES GOKIN MAZINGER Z, GREAT MAZINGER
Fewture continues their line of super deformed mini bots with Mazinger Z and Great Mazinger. Each will include a Scrander, multiple arms, weapons and more, and they are priced at $79.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... n+Mazinger


"TED" TALKING PLUSH BEARS
The popular move has spawned four sizes of plush bears that each speak a number of his movie phrases. We currently have the PG versions listed, as the more adult version will not be available until later in the year. We have the Backpack Clip version at $9.99, the 8" Plush at $14.99, the 16" Plush at $31.99 and the 24" Plush at $59.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=8842


GAOGAIGAR D-STYLE CHORYUJIN
The fantastic line of D-Style figure kits continues with ChoRyuJin. This piece can be built as his two separate robots, as their vehicle modes or as the gestalt figure. It is currently listed at $38.99, although that price may decrease if a domestic supply is found.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


LPS ENCHANTED STORY PACK SERIES 2, FEATURE PET SERIES 2
The LPS Enchanted line continues with these two new assortments. The Story Pack Series 02 includes the Sweet Shop and the Playground and is priced at $29.99, while Feature Pet Series 02 has Light Up Sun Bright Fairy and Light Up Daybreak Fairy and is listed at $17.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Enchanted


NEW EAGLEMOSS FIGURES - MARVEL, DC, DC CHESS
This month brings seven new comic figurines from Eaglemoss. Marvel adds #186 Trapster, #187 Shaman and #188 Werewolf By Night, priced at $14.99 each. DC gets #120 Kid Flash at $14.99, plus three new DC Chess figures at $15.99 each - #019 Hush Black Pawn, #020 Red Robin White Knight and #021 Huntress White Rook.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10177


NEW ZOIDS HIGHEND MASTER MODELS
Kotobukiya is also releasing three new 1/72 Scale HMM kits from Zoids. We have the EZ-034 Geno Breaker Raven Version at $133.99, the RZ-031 Dibison Toma Custom at $137.99 and the Cannontortoise at $49.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=5306


HALO LEGENDS: "THE PACKAGE" FIGURE THREE-PACK
This trio of figures comes from the animated movie and includes Master Chief, Frederic-104 and Kelly-087. Each comes with items from the movie, and we have this set priced at $33.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


FANTASY FIGURE GALLERY - LUZ MALEFIC 1/4 SCALE STATUE
The latest piece from Luis and Romulo Royo is this 1/4 scale statue of Malefic. This character is to be the centerpiece of a new multi-media project, and is listed at $329.99, $20 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


NEW REAL ACTION HEROES - CYBORG 009, EVANGELION, KAMEN RIDER
We have listings for three new Real Action Heroes (RAH) figures. Cyborg 009's Joe Shimamura is priced at $223.99, with Evangelion's Asuka Langley Version Q is priced at $239.99 and Kamen Rider Agito Grand Form is priced at $236.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... search=RAH


NEW GUNDAM MODEL KITS
We have just listed eight new Gundam model kits. We have the Master Grade 1/100 Blitz Gundam at $65.99, 1/144 scale HGUC Base Jabber and Zaku Mariner at $16.99 and $22.99, 1/144 Advanced Grade Gundam AGE-2 Darkhound and G-Exes Jackedge at $11.99 each, 1/144 High Grade AGE-2 Darkhound at $24.99, and BBB SD Gundams #372 AGE-3 and #373 Musha Gundam at $19.99 and $16.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... undam+Kits


NEW DOCTOR WHO ITEMS
Four new items are on their way from Underground Toys. We have 15" Plush talking versions of the Red and Blue Daleks priced at $49.99, as well as a Vortex Manipulator & Sonic Screwdriver Set at $29.99 and a Third Doctor Sonic Screwdriver & Sonic Pen Set at $39.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... nderground


KIMBA THE WITCH - HAPPY HALLOWEEN 1/7 SCALE STATUE
This 12" piece is the first in Tweeterhead's Kimba the Witch collection, and shows the character in an orange and black witch outfit, seated on a broomstick with a full moon in the background. This statue is listed at $179.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


HERR BURKHART 8.25" BUST
Quarantine Studios' new line, The Dead Reich, starts out with this 1/4 scale bust of a German soldier. he still wears his helmet to cover his undead skull, and we have him listed at $99.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail



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BBTS EXCLUSIVE THE SHADOW 1/6 SCALE FIGURE
This fantastic figure of the classic pulp hero includes a poseable cape and scarf, along with a black suit, alternate hands, two guns, his fedora and more, with a bonus Lamont Cranston head that is only available from BBTS. We have this figure in stock now, and it is listed at $129.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


NEW TRANSFORMERS PRIME IMPORT FIGURES
A shipment of Transformers Prime figures has arrived. This one includes EZ-15 Energon Driller & Knockout at $64.99, EZ-16 Ultra Magnus at $15.99, AM-15 Darkness Megatron at $64.99 and AM-16 Vehicon Jet at $34.99, which may be an import exclusive, from what we've been able to learn. In addition to these figures, we also received AMW01 through AMW06, the first six Arms Micron figures, and they are listed at $7.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... e+Japanese


KRE-O DESTRUCTION SITE SET
This new set includes bricks to assemble four Constructions, or the mighty Devastator! It also includes a Kreons of Devastator, Ironhide and four Construction workers, construction site equipment and more. We have this set listed at $74.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


BATMAN ARKHAM ASYLUM PLAY ARTS KAI HARLEY QUINN
The Joker's gal-pal Harley Quinn has arrived. This figure comes dressed in a nurse-like uniform and includes Scarface, the Joker's cane and alternate hands. We have Harley listed at $59.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


MORE SDCC EXCLUSIVES - MINIMATES, THUNDERTANK, BLACK WIDOW, PLASTIC MAN
Five more SDCC exclusives have arrived from our friends at AFX. We have the Alpha Flight and Thundercats Minimates Sets at $19.99 each, the Thundertank Statue at $69.99, the Black Widow Bishoujo Figure at $64.99 and the Plastic Man Bearbrick at $19.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10128


"THE EVIL DEAD 2" 7" FIGURE SERIES 02 - CASE, SET, SINGLES
This second assortment includes Henrietta and Hero Ash, and the Case of 8 (split 4 and 4) is listed at $124.99, $27 off the MSRP. We also have them listed as a Set of two for $34.99 ($4 off the MSRP) and singly at $17.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Series+02


STAR WARS VINTAGE 2012 WAVE 04 - CASE, SETS, SINGLES
This assortment includes one each of Jar Jar Binks, Bespin Leia, Shock Trooper, Darth Vader, Clone Lieutenant and Sandtrooper on each of Black & Red and Blue Cards. The Case of 12 is listed at $119.99, and the Sets of 6 are priced at $59.99 for the Black & Red Card versions and $69.99 for the Blue Card versions. Singles are available of most figures as well (on Blue Cards) at $9.99 - $13.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... rs+Wave+04


MARVEL LEGENDS 2012 SERIES 01 RESTOCK
A small shipment of this popular wave has arrived. This Case of eight includes one each of Hope Summers, Constrictor, Heroic Age Thor, Ghost Rider, Klaw, Steve Rogers and two of Extremis Iron Man; this case is priced at $124.99. The Set of seven includes one of each figure and is listed at $119.99, and we also have singles available of most figures, priced at $11.99 - $19.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Series+01


MARVEL UNIVERSE 3.75" SINGLES
A number of singles are now in stock and ready to join your collection. We have added stock for the Hulk, Ghost Rider, Spider-Man Unlimited and more, so grab your favorites now.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... se+3.75%22

Official Hasbro SDCC 2012 Press Release: Hasbro Returns to Comic-Con International to Showcase Its Iconic Pop-Culture Brands

Date: Monday, July 9th 2012 2:55pm EDT
Categories: Cartoon News, Company News, Event News, Toy News
Posted by: El Duque | Credit(s): Hasbro

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Hasbro has issued the following press release regarding their presence at this year's SDCC:

July 9, 2012
Hasbro Returns to Comic-Con International to Showcase Its Iconic Pop-Culture Brands
The Branded Play Company Continues to be the Premiere Destination for fans of Giant Robots, Super Heroes, Intergalactic Battles, Magical Ponies and More at Comic-Con in San Diego

PAWTUCKET, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- With globally renowned brands including TRANSFORMERS, MY LITTLE PONY, JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS, KRE-O and G.I. JOE as well as licensed toy lines for MARVEL, STAR WARS, SESAME STREET and STAR TREK, few exhibitors at Comic-Con International in San Diego can boast the pedigree of properties so significant to the heritage of the popular arts than Hasbro. To celebrate these brands, which span comics, animation, action figures, blockbuster movies and additional entertainment experiences, Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) will deliver an unprecedented lineup of panels, autograph sessions, special edition toys and more that surpasses anything in its past history at the show. The fan communities of these properties are among the most passionate and dedicated in the world and Hasbro will deliver a tremendous experience tailored specifically for them and all convention goers based on the rich Hasbro portfolio of characters, stories and products.


The Terrorcon Cliffjumper figure, based on the hit Transformers Prime animated series from Hasbro Studios, is one of several special edition toys Hasbro will offer at Comic-Con International in San Diego. (Photo: Business Wire)

Over the years Hasbro has become a Comic-Con International mainstay and its booth remains one of the most popular at the convention. With one of the largest presences at the show, the Company continues to grow its broad range of opportunities for fans spanning Hasbro, HasbroToyShop.com, WIZARDS OF THE COAST, Hasbro Studios and The Hub TV Network and more as Comic-Con continues to expand. Hasbro will deliver unique experiences for attendees, pulling in the creative talent behind its biggest pop culture properties and licensed toy lines including custom displays for its latest toys and action figures.

"Hasbro looks forward to Comic-Con International in San Diego every year," said John Frascotti, chief marketing officer, Hasbro, Inc. "Connecting with our most passionate fans is extremely important to us and we're thrilled to offer an incredible line up of special edition collectibles, panels and opportunities to meet the talent behind our remarkable brands like TRANSFORMERS, MY LITTLE PONY and G.I. JOE that have become synonymous with the popular arts."

The following features highlights of activities across Hasbro brands and licensed properties to be showcased in the Hasbro booth (#3213) and around the convention.

G.I. JOE

From action figures and animated series to movie and video games, the G.I. JOE brand from Hasbro has been an enduring pop culture icon for generations of fans. At Comic-Con, the Hasbro booth will provide G.I. JOE enthusiasts with an up close look at the entire upcoming G.I. JOE: RETALIATION line including newly announced items revealed at the G.I. JOE convention as well as the recently announced G.I. JOE MICRO FORCE line. The Hasbro booth at Comic-Con will be an opportunity for fans to see them in person before they hit shelves in the spring of 2013. The G.I. JOE: RETALIATION movie from Paramount Pictures is scheduled to hit theaters on March 29th, 2013 in 3D and stars Dwayne Johnson, Channing Tatum, Bruce Willis, Adrianne Palicki and more. As G.I. JOE fans know (and knowing is half the battle), the vehicles and costumes featured in the G.I. JOE vs. COBRA saga are just as important as the characters. As a special opportunity for fans, Hasbro will have props from the movie on display including the FIREFLY character's motorcycle and the COBRA COMMANDER character's iconic helmet.

Hasbro and the G.I. JOE publishers at IDW will also be celebrating the ongoing legacy and heritage of G.I. JOE comics by welcoming G.I. JOE comics legend, Larry Hama to its booth for an autograph session on Saturday, July 14 from 1:00-2:00pm. Tickets for the autograph session will be available at the Hasbro booth on Saturday morning beginning at 9:00am and G.I. JOE comics are available for purchase at the IDW booth (#2643).

KAIJUDO: RISE OF THE DUEL MASTERSTM

Produced by Hasbro Studios and currently airing on The Hub TV Network in the U.S., KAIJUDO: RISE OF THE DUEL MASTERSTM is a new animated action-fantasy series based on the popular trading card game from WIZARDS OF THE COAST, a Hasbro subsidiary. The WIZARDS OF THE COAST booth (#3249) will be dedicated to this new property at Comic-Con for fans to experience throughout the show. Hasbro will welcome voice talent from the show including, Scott Wolf the voice of RAY, David Sobolov the voice of TATSURION THE UNCHAINED (a.k.a. "Bob"), Phil Lamar the voice of GABE and Kari Wahlgreen the voice of ALLIE to its booth on Saturday, July 14 from 11:00am-12:00pm. Tickets for the autograph session will be available at the Hasbro booth on Saturday morning beginning at 9:00am while supplies last. The special guests will be signing special edition KAIJUDO: RISE OF THE DUEL MASTERSTM posters featuring their characters from the new animated series. Hasbro will also host a giveaway of limited edition KAIJUDO: RISE OF THE DUEL MASTERS TM posters on Sunday, July 15 from 9:00-10:00am in the Hasbro booth while supplies last.

KRE-O

At Comic-Con, the KRE-O brand from Hasbro boldly goes where no one has gone before. Based on the upcoming STAR TREK sequel from Paramount Pictures and directed by J.J. Abrams, the KRE-O STAR TREK line, under license from CBS Consumer Products, features a variety of vehicles from the movie along with fun KREON figures based on iconic STAR TREK characters. Fans will be able to see the KRE-O STAR TREK U.S.S. ENTERPRISE set and select KREON figures for the first time in person at the Hasbro Comic-Con booth beginning on Preview Night, July 11.

In a groundbreaking move for entertainment based building sets, Hasbro teamed up with J.J. Abrams, director of the upcoming STAR TREK sequel, to create a KRE-O STAR TREK stop motion digital short. The digital short, produced by Bad Robot, features icons of the STAR TREK saga in a stand-alone storyline and will premiere at a later date in partnership with Paramount Pictures. Fans can view a teaser trailer now on the KRE-O brand Youtube channel at http://www.Youtube.com/KREO or at the convention in the Hasbro booth.

STAR TREK will mark the third major entertainment property to be featured in the KRE-O line. Hasbro successfully introduced the KRE-O brand in 2011 with building sets featuring its globally popular TRANSFORMERS characters and in 2012 introduced the KRE-O BATTLESHIP line. New KRE-O BATTLESHIP and KRE-O TRANSFORMERS sets will be on display in the Hasbro booth including never before seen KRE-O TRANSFORMERS expressions: KRE-O TRANSFORMERS MICROCHANGERS and KRE-O TRANSFORMERS MICROCHANGERS COMBINERS. Fans won't want to miss these new reveals as well a chance to snap a photo with KRE-O character statues including TRANSFORMERS BUMBLEBEE, a BATTLESHIP ALIEN and STAR TREK CAPTAIN KIRK all in their unique KREON expressions! Fans will also want to get their hands on a special edition KRE-O BATTLESHIP BATTLE-BOAT building set sample pack which will be distributed at various times throughout the show while supplies last.

MARVEL

In a banner year for MARVEL Super Heroes, Hasbro, home of the master MARVEL toy license, will be celebrating its MARVEL'S THE AVENGERS and THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN toy lines in support of the two massive blockbusters as well its wildly popular MARVEL UNIVERSE and MARVEL LEGENDS collector lines.

Fans of the MARVEL UNIVERSE, MARVEL LEGENDS and other MARVEL action figure lines will want to check out the Hasbro booth for a comprehensive look at the extensive line-up of 2012 toys as well as new, upcoming figures revealed for the first time following the Hasbro MARVEL panel taking place on Saturday at 4:00-5:00pm. Attendees will also get to "assemble" and be "amazing" in the Hasbro booth where they can pose as their own action figure in either an AVENGERS or AMAZING SPIDER-MAN ‘life-sized' MARVEL blister card package!

Visitors will also see something brand new for 2012 as Hasbro showcases its new MARVEL BONKAZONKS stunt battling game line in a unique display. With over one hundred BONKAZONKS figures to collect in 2012, this new stunt battling expression where kids "Flick, Stack, Spin and Attack" their way to victory is a highly collectible and unique way to play with MARVEL Super Heroes! Fans can visit http://www.BONKAZONKS.com for more information about the new game and to battle with BONKAZONKS online.

MY LITTLE PONY

The MY LITTLE PONY brand, a pop-culture phenomenon from Hasbro, gallops into Comic-Con in 2012 with a hit animated series, new toys and an extensive line of licensed goods. Featuring a unique sense of humor, memorable characters and endearing stories about the power of friendship, the MY LITTLE PONY FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC animated series, produced by Hasbro Studios and airing on The Hub in the U.S., has amassed a fan following as varied as the ponies of PONYVILLE. Comic-Con attendees will be able to snap photos of a life-sized PINKIE PIE character statue, gaze at a giant MY LITTLE PONY cast mural emblazoned on an entire wall within the Hasbro booth and get a look at an extensive line-up of current MY LITTLE PONY toys, licensed apparel and more. The MY LITTLE PONY brand will also unveil the winning design from its "Design a MY LITTLE PONY" contest with the winning figure on display beginning on Preview Night.

To transport fans to and from the convention in style, The Hub will transform the interior and exterior of one car of the San Diego trolley system to create a magical MY LITTLE PONY FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC experience showcasing some of the series' characters. The train will be styled as the Friendship Express train, which is featured in the popular animated series. The Hub is also unveiling the "My Little Pony Friendship is Magic" themed, 8-bit "Adventure Pony" game on Hubworld.com; visitors to the network's Comic-Con headquarters at popular eatery The Broken Yolk will receive a secret code to gain exclusive access to game.

As a very special experience for fans, Hasbro welcomes several voice actors behind many of the most popular ponies and a story editor from the MY LITTLE PONY FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC series for an autograph signing session. Andrea Libman, voice of PINKIE PIE and FLUTTERSHY; Tabitha St. Germain, voice of RARITY; Tara Strong, voice of TWILIGHT SPARKLE; Cathy Weseluck, voice of SPIKE; and story editor Meghan McCarthy, will sign MY LITTLE PONY FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC keepsakes in the Hasbro booth from 3:00-4:00pm on Friday, July 12. Tickets are required for the session and will be distributed beginning at 9:00am on Friday in the Hasbro booth while supplies last.

SESAME STREET

Superheroes abound at Comic-Con every year but not all are the same. Some are strong, some are fast, some are...blue, fuzzy and use their powers of observation to solve problems! Hasbro and its PLAYSKOOL brand are excited to celebrate the upcoming launch of its FLYING SUPER GROVER 2.0 toy. Eric Jacobson, the man behind Super Grover 2.0, will be available for a special autograph session on Thursday, July 12 from 9:30-10:30am in the Hasbro booth. Lucky fans will have the chance to meet Eric for an autograph and pose for a picture with Super Grover 2.0. Tickets for the session will be distributed in the Hasbro booth on Wednesday, July 11 during Preview Night while supplies last (a ticket is required to participate). FLYING SUPER GROVER 2.0 is one of the most talked about preschool toys for the upcoming holiday season and comes to life when kids pick him up and "fly" him around the room. His arms will rise as if he's flying and he will let children know whether he's "Going up" or "Going down!"

STAR WARS

The Force is strong with Hasbro at Comic-Con International as the Company celebrates the recent launch of its popular STAR WARS FIGHTER PODS toy line, new action figures, the epic Course of the Force Lightsaber relay and more! To celebrate the highly collectible STAR WARS FIGHTER PODS line, visitors to the Hasbro booth will be able to pose in front of a unique display featuring DARTH VADER and CHEWBACCA statues in their ‘Micro Heroes, Mega Battles' FIGHTER PODS expression as well as a massive FIGHTER POD in the shape of a DEATH STAR filled with thousands of figures from the new line. Additionally, in what is becoming a Comic-Con tradition for Hasbro, fans of the traditional action figure lines will be able to step inside a ‘life-size' DARTH VADER RETURN OF THE JEDI blister card package and pose as their own action figure. Hasbro will be sampling STAR WARS FIGHTER PODS blind bags featuring one FIGHTER PODS figure and one "Pod" which will be distributed at various times throughout the show to fans while supplies last.

STAR WARS collectors will want to visit the Hasbro booth to get a sneak peak at current and upcoming toys in its MOVIE HEROES, CLONE WARS, VINTAGE, and FIGHTER PODS action figure lines. Fans won't want to miss these reveals as well as a look at the extensive line of STAR WARS vehicle toys and roleplay items to act out the intergalactic saga including ELECTRONIC MASKS, ULTIMATE FX LIGHTSABERS and more.

However, as STAR WARS fans know, the ULTIMATE FX LIGHTSABER can't be contained in the Hasbro booth alone. The ‘elegant weapon' will be featured in the Course of the Force, an Olympic-style Lightsaber relay presented by LucasFilm and Nerdist, taking place in the days leading up to Comic-Con, where participants will make a journey from Santa Monica to San Diego. Participants will hand off a custom Hasbro STAR WARS ULTMATE FX LIGHTSABER, the official Lightsaber of the Course of the Force, to the next runner as they begin their leg of the journey. Hasbro will welcome Ashley Eckstein voice of Ahsoka Tano in STAR WARS THE CLONE WARS and of the STAR WARS Course of the Force to its booth for an autograph session on Sunday, July 15 from 2:30-3:30pm in celebration of the epic Lightsaber relay where she will sign special Course of the Force photos for lucky fans. Tickets are required for participation and will be distributed in the Hasbro booth beginning at 9:00am on Sunday while supplies last.

TRANSFORMERS

The astoundingly prolific TRANSFORMERS brand from Hasbro will have an equally impressive presence at Comic-Con. From action figures to video games, animated series to comics, the TRANSFORMERS brand in 2012 offers an exciting lineup of new takes on the pop-culture powerhouse that is truly "MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE." Hasbro will present the perennially popular TRANSFORMERS brand panel on Friday at 1:30pm where never before seen action figures from across the TRANSFORMERS PRIME, GENERATIONS, BOTSHOTS, KRE-O and RESCUEBOTS expressions will be unveiled. Newly revealed action figures in this presentation will be featured in the Hasbro booth display cases following the panel. Beyond the news-packed panel, Hasbro is delivering all of the new ways to experience the TRANSFORMERS brand in 2012 to Comic-Con with a lineup of events as diverse at the TRANSFORMERS characters themselves!

TRANSFORMERS PRIME

Towering over all of Comic-Con and the Hasbro booth is a 17-foot tall OPTIMUS PRIME statue in the styling of the TRANSFOMERS PRIME animated series — and he has a lot to celebrate. The hit animated series produced by Hasbro Studios currently airing on The Hub in the U.S. recently wrapped its second season for which it won two 2012 Daytime Emmy© Awards, for a total of four since it first premiered in 2010. Hasbro also "rolled out" an extensive line of action figures based on the series and fans will be able to see the full 2012 lineup of TRANSFORMERS PRIME figures in both robot and vehicle mode in an extensive booth presentation including an intricate TRANSFORMERS PRIME diorama featuring space bridges, VEHICONS and more! Plus, Hasbro will distribute samples of TRANSFORMERS PRIME CYBERVERSE Legion Scale figures to convention goers in the Hasbro booth at various times throughout the show, while supplies last. Fans of the series and the iconic voice of OPTIMUS PRIME won't want to miss the "OPTIMUS PRIME: Up Close and Personal" panel on Friday, July 13 at 6:00pm, presented by Hasbro Studios and The Hub TV Network where Larry King, one of the most recognized broadcast interviewers in the world, salutes legendary OPTIMUS PRIME voice actor, Peter Cullen, in an exclusive one-on-one interview.

TRANSFORMERS RESCUE BOTS

TRANSFORMERS RESCUEBOTS, a new animated series from Hasbro Studios and toy line for younger TRANSFORMERS fans, celebrates its first Comic-Con by offering attendees the chance to meet HEATWAVE, one of the series' characters in the Hasbro booth. The HEATWAVE costume character will be in the booth as well as at "The Hub Headquarters at the Broken Yolk" at various times throughout the convention. The TRANSFORMERS RESCUE BOTS series, currently in its first season, airs on The Hub in the U.S.

TRANSFORMERS: THE RIDE-3D

The TRANSFORMERS brand also saw the opening of its very first thrill ride in the U.S. in 2012 with the recent launch of TRANSFORMERS: The Ride-3D at Universal Studios Hollywood. To celebrate the ride at Comic-Con, fans will have the chance to receive limited edition TRANSFORMERS: The Ride-3D commemorative launch posters beginning at 6:00pm in the Hasbro booth while supplies last.

TRANSFORMERS: FALL OF CYBERTRON

In celebration of the upcoming, highly anticipated and critically heralded TRANSFORMERS: Fall of Cybertron video game from Activision, available August 21, 2012, Hasbro will welcome game designers to the Hasbro booth at 10:00am on Friday, July 13 to present a look at game play. Action figures based on the CYBERTRONIAN style of the video game (and featured in the brand's GENERATIONS line) will be on display in the Hasbro booth. For an in-depth TRANSFORMERS: Fall of Cybertron video game experience, fans will also want to check out the Activision booth (#5344).

TRANSFORMERS COMICS

To wrap up Comic-Con in 2012, the TRANSFORMERS brand goes back to the convention's roots and welcomes amazing talent behind two popular comic series from IDW based on the TRANSFORMERS brand. Chris Metzen (writer) and Livio Ramondelli (artist) from the TRANSFORMERS AUTOCRACY series and John Barber (writer) and Andrew Griffith (artist) from the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE series will be signing autographs from 1:00-2:00pm on Sunday in the Hasbro booth. (TRANSFORMERS comics will be available for purchase in the IDW booth, #2643). Tickets are required for the session and will be distributed beginning at 9:00am on Sunday in the Hasbro booth while supplies last.

AUTOGRAPH SESSIONS, SPECIAL EDITION GIVEAWAYS & EVENTS IN THE HASBRO BOOTH:

Hasbro will offer more events in its booth than ever before. Fans should check the schedule in the Hasbro booth each day for these events and more including Hasbro Global Design team digital sculpting demos, brand experts staffing their areas and costume character photo ops. The following is a list of scheduled highlights.

Wednesday, July 11

6:00—7:00pm: TRANSFORMERS: The Ride-3D limited edition poster giveaway (while supplies last).
Thursday, July 12

9:30-10:30am: Autograph session with Eric Jacobson, the man behind Sesame Street's Super Grover 2.0 character and photo op with Super Grover 2.0. Tickets are required for participation and will be distributed in the Hasbro booth on Wednesday, July 11 during Preview Night (while supplies last).
Friday, July 13

10:00-10:30pm: TRANSFORMERS: FALL OF CYBERTRON and TRANSFORMERS PRIME video game demos by Activision.
3:00-4:00pm: MY LITTLE PONY FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC animated series autograph session with Andrea Libman, voice of PINKIE PIE and FLUTTERSHY; Tabitha St. Germain, voice of RARITY; Tara Strong, voice of TWILIGHT SPARKLE; Cathy Weseluck, voice of SPIKE; and story editor, Meghan McCarthy. Tickets are required for participation and will be distributed in the Hasbro booth beginning at 9:00am on Friday (while supplies last).
Saturday, July 14

11:00-12:00pm: KAIJUDO: RISE OF THE DUEL MASTERSTM autograph session with voice talent including, Scott Wolf the voice of RAY; David Sobolov the voice of TATSURION THE UNCHAINED (a.k.a. "Bob"); Phil Lamar the voice of GABE; and Kari Wahlgreen the voice of ALLIE to its booth. Tickets are required for participation and will be distributed in the Hasbro booth beginning at 9:00am on Saturday (while supplies last). The featured guests will sign special edition KAIJUDO: RISE OF THE DUEL MASTERS TM posters provided by Hasbro Studios featuring their characters from the new animated series airing on The Hub.
1:00-2:00pm: G.I. JOE IDW Comics autograph session with legendary writer Larry Hama (G.I. JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO IDW comics). Tickets are required for participation and will be distributed in the Hasbro booth on beginning at 9:00am on Saturday (while supplies last). G.I. JOE comics are available for purchase at the IDW booth (#2643).
Sunday, July 15

9:00-10:00am: KAIJUDO: RISE OF THE DUEL MASTERSTM special edition poster giveaway
1:00-2:00pm: TRANSFORMERS IDW Comics autograph session with writer Chris Metzen and artist Livio Ramondelli from the TRANSFORMERS AUTOCRACY series and writer John Barber and artist Andrew Griffith from the TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE series will be signing copies of these comics (available for purchase in the IDW booth #2643). Tickets are required for participation and will be distributed in the Hasbro booth beginning at 9:00am on Sunday (while supplies last).
2:30-3:30pm: Autograph session with Ashley Eckstein voice of AHSOKA TANO in STAR WARS THE CLONE WARS and of the STAR WARS Course of the Force. Ashley will be signing special Course of the Force photos for fans. Tickets are required for participation and will be distributed in the Hasbro booth beginning at 9:00am on Sunday (while supplies last).
Special Edition Giveaways

Throughout the convention, Hasbro will offer fans the opportunity to get their hands on a variety of special edition giveaways and samples of its latest and greatest toy lines. Check the Hasbro booth for a list of times when the following and more will be distributed to fans while supplies last:

KAIJUDO: RISE OF THE DUEL MASTERSTM Special Edition Posters
KRE-O BATTLESHIP BATTLE BOAT Building Set Special Edition Sample Pack
KRE-O BATTLESHIP Special Edition posters and coupons
MARVEL BONKAZONKS Online Game Codes
MY LITTLE PONY FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC "DESIGN A PONY" Contest Posters
MY LITTLE PONY FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC Trading Cards
STAR WARS FIGHTER PODS Sample Pack (featuring one figure and one "Pod")
STAR TREK CBS Consumer Products Special Edition Postcards
TRANSFORMERS PRIME CYBERVERSE LEGION Scale Figures (assorted characters)
TRANSFORMERS: THE RIDE-3D Limited Edition Posters
All scheduled appearances and giveaways are subject to change without notice.

PANELS

Every year Hasbro offers an exciting lineup of panels to give fans an inside look at its brands at Comic-Con. In 2012 Hasbro, in conjunction with strategic partners, will present the following panels:

IDW & Hasbro; Thursday, July 12 at 10:00-11:00am in Room 9

Join IDW Senior Editor John Barber (Transformers: Robots in Disguise), editor Carlos Guzman, and Hasbro's Director of Global Publishing Michael Kelly as they reveal secrets and upcoming plans for Transformers, G.I. Joe, Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and more! A new Transformers series will be announced—as will a new license! All this and special guests Larry Hama (G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero), Chris Metzen (Transformers: Autocracy), Flint Dille (Transformers: Autocracy), Livio Ramondelli (Transformers: Autocracy), Andrew Griffith (Transformers: Robots in Disguise), Brendan Cahill (Transformers: Robots in Disguise), Mike Costa (G.I. Joe: Cobra) and surprise guests!

Hasbro: TRANSFORMERS Brand; Thursday, July 12 at 1:30-2:30pm in Room 24ABC

Aaron Archer (Vice President, Hasbro Design) and Jerry Jivoin (Director, Global TRANSFORMERS Brand) discuss the hottest TRANSFORMERS topics including the TRANSFORMERS PRIME and TRANSFORMERS RESCUE BOTS TV series, action figures, videogames, comics, theme park rides and more. Attendees will also get sneak peeks of upcoming action figures and brand news. Jerry and Aaron will also host some Q+A for your burning TRANSFORMERS questions.

Hasbro Studios & The Hub: MY LITTLE PONY FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC; Friday, July 13 at 10:00-11:00am in Room: 23ABC

Join special guests from Hasbro Studios and The Hub TV Network's MY LITTLE PONY FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC as they share details of the making of the animated series and how the "friendship" and "magic" are brought to life. Fans won't want to miss it! Also includes Q&A time.

Hasbro: STAR WARS Action Figures; Friday, July 13 at 11:00-12:00pm in Room 7AB

Derryl DePriest (VP, Global Brand Marketing, Hasbro), Jeff Labovitz (Director, Global Brand Marketing, Hasbro), Brian Merten (Sr. Manager, Product Design, Hasbro), Adam Pagano (Sr. Art Director, Hasbro) and Erik Arana (Star Wars Product Designer, Hasbro) discuss the popular Hasbro Star Wars line. Attendees will also get a sneak peek of upcoming, never before seen items. There will also be some Q+A for burning Star Wars action figure questions.

Hasbro Studios & The Hub: "OPTIMUS PRIME: Up Close and Personal"; Friday, July 13 at 6:00-7:00pm in Room 23ABC

The incomparable Larry King, one of the most recognized broadcast interviewers in the world, goes one-on-one with voice actor Peter Cullen (OPTIMUS PRIME), a talent who is practically synonymous with Comic-Con itself. In this panel, "The King of Interviews" salutes the beloved Cullen and takes attendees through the actor's early days on the original 1984 animated TRANSFORMERS TV series, the three box office smash TRANSFORMERS movies, and his current work on The Hub TV network's Daytime Emmy® Award-winning animated series TRANSFORMERS PRIME from Hasbro Studios. Audience Q&A to follow.

Hasbro Studios & The Hub: "The Making of KAIJUDOTM"; Friday, July 13 at 7:00-8:00pm in Room 24ABC

From Hasbro Studios comes a new animated TV series — KAIJUDO: RISE OF THE DUEL MASTERSTM, seen on The Hub TV Network. Join the cast, including Scott Wolf ("V"), David Sobolov ("Beast Wars: TRANSFORMERS") and panel moderator Phil LaMarr ("Futurama") as well as the Hasbro Studios production team and the R&D team from Wizards of the Coast for a conversation on how they brought the popular KAIJUDOTM trading card game to life in this fantastical new series.

Activision: TRANSFORMERS: Fall of Cybertron Voice Talent; Saturday, July 14 at 10:00-11:00am in Room 24ABC

Legendary TRANSFORMERS voice talent and game experts at developer High Moon Studios will come together in one epic panel to discuss their roles in the upcoming Activision video game, TRANSFORMERS: Fall of Cybertron. The panel will feature Peter Cullen, voice of OPTIMUS PRIME, Gregg Berger, voice of GRIMLOCK, Nolan North, voice of CLIFFJUMPER and BRUTICUS, Matt Tieger, High Moon Studios Game Director and David Cravens, High Moon Studios Senior Creative Director. The panel will give everyone an inside look into bringing favorite characters to life in the making of the game, as well as answers to the questions fans want to know.

Hasbro: MARVEL Action Figures; Saturday, July 14 at 4:00-5:00pm in Room 24ABC

Adam Biehl (Sr. Director, Global Marvel Line at Hasbro), Jesse Falcon (Licensing Director, Marvel), Dwight Stall (Senior Marvel Product Design Manager, Hasbro) and Kristin Hamilton (Sr. Manager, Global Marvel Line at Hasbro) discuss Hasbro's popular MARVEL LEGENGS, MARVEL UNIVERSE, THE AVENGERS, THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN and MARVEL BONKAZONKS toy lines. Attendees will also get a sneak peek of upcoming, never before seen action figures. There will also be Q+A for fans' MARVEL action figure questions.

HasbroToyShop.com Special Edition Toys

Hasbro's 2012 Comic-Con Special Edition toys available for purchase through the HasbroToyShop.com booth (#3329) while supplies last, include:

G.I. JOE H.I.S.S. TANK VEHICLE WITH SHOCKWAVE DECO AND 3.75" DESTRO & B.A.T. SPECIAL EDITION PACK

After the extreme popularity of last year's G.I. JOE and TRANSFORMERS crossover San Diego Comic-Con special edition, Hasbro has done it again! In 2012, the iconic G.I. JOE vehicle, the H.I.S.S. TANK, will get a DECEPTICON SHOCKWAVE make-over, including a G1 SHOCKWAVE blaster attachment. The set comes with a 3.75-inch DESTRO action figure with special edition DECEPTICON deco, a 3.75-inch COBRA B.A.T. figure with special edition CONSTRUCTICON deco. The set also comes with several ENERGON cubes on a cart, a briefcase full of money, and a small boom box with 3 cassette tapes- better known to TRANSFORMERS fans as the classic alt-mode of DECEPTICON spy SOUNDWAVE along with RATBAT, LASERBEAK, and RAVAGE. Yo, Joe AND Roll Out! (Approximate Retail Price: $64.99 each; Ages: 4 & up)

G.I. JOE 3.75" KIM ARASHIKAGE SPECIAL EDITION FIGURE

The baddest female ninja around will return in the blockbuster film, G.I. Joe: Retaliation, scheduled to hit theaters on March 29th, 2013 in 3D, but first, KIM ARASHIKAGE is making an appearance at San Diego Comic-Con. As the latest G.I. JOE Comic-Con special edition figure, Hasbro will be releasing two movie likeness versions of the fan-favorite ninja. The primary KIM ARASHIKAGE figure is dressed in her classic red ninja suit with a double bladed bisento, while the unmasked variant is wearing a white costume and wielding a kusarigama. (Approximate Retail Price: $14.99 each; Ages: 4 & up)

JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS Special Edition Doll: HOLLYWOOD JEM

Under license from Hasbro, fans will have a truly outrageous time when they see JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS Special Edition doll: HOLLYWOOD JEM from Integrity Toys! The fully articulated HOLLYWOOD JEM doll stands 12 inches tall and features rooted pink hair and stunning long eyelashes. Looking fabulously fashionable in capri pants, black high-heel pumps, and a shiny gold-toned jacket (complete with shoulder pads!), HOLLYWOOD JEM is ready to rock the stage. As the leader of JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS, the HOLLYWOOD JEM doll comes complete with a microphone and silver chromed microphone stand. When the tour is complete, fans can display their doll proudly using the included doll stand. Each HOLLYWOOD JEM Special Edition Doll comes with a certificate of authenticity and a souvenir postcard with artwork from the original JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS line. (Approximate Retail Price $125; Ages 14 & up)

MARVEL LEGENDS SPECIAL EDITION UNCANNY X-FORCE COLLECTOR'S PACK

Collectors will have a chance to get their ADAMANTIUM claws on these X-FORCE figures in 6" scale for the first time! Featuring ARCHANGEL, WOLVERINE, and PSYLOCKE in costumes from The Fall of Archangel story line, this set comes in a collectable display box with exclusive art by well known comic artist Clayton Crain! (Approximate retail price: $49.99 each; Ages: 4 & up)

MARVEL UNIVERSE 3.75" MASTERS OF EVIL Special Edition 3-Pack

Fueled by a raging need for vengeance against CAPTAIN AMERICA, BARON ZEMO hatches a masterful plan. Not foolish enough to face the AVENGERS alone, he strategically forms one of the most powerful groups of villains ever assembled. The MASTERS OF EVIL 3-Pack includes BARON ZEMO, RADIOACTIVE MAN and TIGER SHARK all appearing in 3.75" scale, and united for a singular purpose: destroying EARTH'S MIGHTIEST HEROES. The villains can also be seen fighting against THE AVENGERS in the exclusive art by Joe Quesada on the SDCC exclusive THE AVENGERS HELICARRIER, sold separately. (Approximate Retail Price $29.99; Ages 4 & up)

MARVEL UNIVERSE S.H.I.E.L.D. SUPER HELICARRIER

Get ready to explore Hasbro's biggest SDCC release yet! Featuring an exclusive deco, this S.H.I.E.L.D. SUPER HELICARRIER is over 4 feet long! In addition, it features 9 working projectile launchers for taking out enemies such as the Masters of Evil (sold separately). This special edition vehicle also features exclusive CAPTAIN AMERICA and MARIA HILL 3.75" figures and specially commissioned box artwork by Joe Quesada. (Approx. Retail Price $129.99; Ages 4 & up)

MY LITTLE PONY 2012 Special Edition Pony

The popular special edition MY LITTLE PONY figure, available this year at the MY LITTLE PONY Fair and Convention and Comic-Con, is sure to be a fan favorite in 2012! Inspired by the animated series MY LITTLE PONY FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC, this gray, Pegasus pony features rooted blonde hair and a cluster of bubbles for a cutie mark. (Approximate Retail Price: $19.99; Ages 3 & up)

STAR WARS VINTAGE SPECIAL EDITION CARBONITE CHAMBER COLLECTOR'S PACK

Pretend to visit an alternate reality with this incredible package of seven 3.75-inch STAR WARS figures—one figure from each film in the Saga, and one figure only available in this collectible set. Each figure is individually carded with packaging that pays tribute to a "lost" line look that Kenner considered before going with their classic black-and-silver look! This Comic-Con special edition pack will be fans' first chance to get the "lost" packaging, available this fall as variants in the STAR WARS VINTAGE COLLECTION line. In addition, this special collector's pack will be the only place to get an exclusive treat for fans— a 3.75-inch carded JAR JAR BINKS in CARBONITE, which will be hidden in the center of the packaging and can be revealed by raising it through the "CARBONITE CHAMBER" top of the case. The other figures included are a standard JAR JAR BINKS (EPISODE I), CLONE TROOPER LIEUTENANT (EPISODE II), SHOCK TROOPER (EPISODE III), SANDTROOPER (EPISODE IV), PRINCESS LEIA (EPISODE V) AND DARTH VADER (EPISODE VI). (Approximate Retail Price: $79.99; Ages 4 & up)

TRANSFORMERS PRIME TERRORCON CLIFFJUMPER

The DARK ENERGON will be flowing through San Diego this year with the release of this special edition Deluxe scale TERRORCON CLIFFJUMPER figure. Featuring a special "TRANSFORMERS zombie" deco, this figure looks just like he did in the Darkness Rising storyline of Hasbro Studios TRANSFORMERS PRIME animated series. This figure comes with a DARK ENERGON shard and a DARK ENERGON chest attachment in a special edition clam shell packaging designed to look like his head. (Approximate Retail Price: $24.99; Ages 5 & up)

TRANSFORMERS DELUXE BRUTICUS COMBINER

The TRANSFORMERS DELUXE BRUTICUS COMBINER SDCC Special Edition set features the fearsome DECEPTICON, BRUTICUS in a special CYBERTRONIAN deco as seen in the eagerly anticipated video game TRANSFORMERS: FALL OF CYBERTRON from Activision. BRUTICUS is formed when all five deluxe scale ‘combiner' action figures in the set link together. The COMBATICONS characters BLAST OFF, VORTEX, DECEPTICON BRAWL, SWINDLE, and ONSLAUGHT each have three modes: robot, vehicle and a third ‘combiner' mode to link together. This Special Edition also includes removable packaging resembling a silhouette of the DECEPTICON logo that becomes a display case for the BRUTICUS figure. (Approximate retail price: $99.99 each; Ages: 5 & up)

Following the convention, a limited number of each item will be available for purchase online at HasbroToyShop.com.

About Hasbro

Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) is a branded play company providing children and families around the world with a wide-range of immersive entertainment offerings based on the Company's world class brand portfolio. From toys and games, to television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and a comprehensive licensing program, Hasbro strives to delight its global customers with well-known and beloved brands such as TRANSFORMERS, LITTLEST PET SHOP, NERF, PLAYSKOOL, MY LITTLE PONY, G.I. JOE, MAGIC: THE GATHERING and MONOPOLY. The Company's Hasbro Studios develops and produces television programming for markets around the world. The Hub TV Network is part of a multi-platform joint venture between Hasbro and Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK), in the U.S. Through the company's deep commitment to corporate social responsibility, including philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to build a safe and sustainable world for future generations and to positively impact the lives of millions of children and families every year. It has been recognized for its efforts by being named one of the "World's Most Ethical Companies" and is ranked as one of Corporate Responsibility Magazine's "100 Best Corporate Citizens."Learn more at http://www.hasbro.com. © 2012 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved

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BLUEFIN ROBOT DAMASHII NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
This latest Bluefin sheet has a number of One Piece Figuarts Zero figures, as well as the new Soul of Chogokin Mazinger Z Deluxe Set, which is priced at $374.99 (saving you $65 off of the MSRP). It also includes Super Robot Chogokin Aquarion EVOL, Robot Damashii Altron Gundam and Dunbine, Armor Girls Project Gertrud Barkhorn and more.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=10016

TRNS-03 - ALICON
We've just put up Impossible Toy's TRNS-03-Alicon. This figure is listed at $79.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


NEW BEAST SAGA IMPORT FIGURES, SETS
A second wave of Beast Saga figures has been announced. The third Kingdom - Sky - gets a Starter Set at $24.99, with new singles of BS16 Gorilla, BS17 Crocodile, BS18 Rhinoceros and BS19 Turtle at $7.99 each. Finally, a new BS20 Deluxe Starter set with two new figures from each of the three Kingdoms along with other game items is listed at $59.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... Beast+Saga


SDCC 2012 EXCLUSIVES
We have listed a wide variety of this year's SDCC exclusives, with more yet to come. The list currently contains items from Hasbro, NECA, Mattel, Gentle Giant and more, with items such as the Clear City Hunter Predator, the living dead dolls Resurrection Series 06 Set, the return of Jem and other great items.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=9995


MOVIE MASTERPIECE 1/6 SCALE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN FIGURE
HOT TOYS will be releasing a 1/6 scale figure of the Amazing Spider-Man from the current movie. It is set to come with a number of weblines, alternate hands, a Peter Parker head sculpt and more, and is priced at $189.99, $15 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TRANSFORMERS ALTERNITY ASIAN EXCLUSIVES
Two new Asian exclusive Alternity figures have been announced. The Nissan Fairlady Z has been redecoed for Galvatron, as has the Okamora Orochi for Bludgeon; we have each of these figures up for pre-order at $134.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Exclusive


STAR WARS 12" BOSSK
The Bounty Hunter subline continues with the Trandoshan, Bossk. He comes with interchangeable hands and feet as well as his grenade launcher and is listed at $149.99, $10 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


STEVE JOBS 10" STATUE - MAKE-A-WISH DONATION INCLUDED
Syco Collectibles is releasing a 10" statue of the former Apple leader, Steve Jobs. it shows him standing atop a chunk of keyboard and is listed at $99.99. For every statue sold, Syco will donate $20 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, as will BBTS, so you can rest assured that your purchase is going for a great cause.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


1/6 SCALE KAWASAKI Z1 - 1972 EARLY TYPE (CANDY BROWN) REPLICA
Yamato's new motorcycle goes above and beyond other vehicles - this piece is to the level of a museum piece and can be almost completely disassembled through removal of real nuts and bolts so that you can customize it whatever way you'd like. It includes over 1600 pieces, and we have it listed at $1129.99, $70 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


NBA SPORTSPICKS MIAMI HEAT CHAMPIONSHIP THREE-PACK
McFarlane Toys has just announced a new three-pack of LeBron James, Chris Bosh and Dwayne Wade in their Championship outfits. This set also includes a replica of the trophy, and is listed at $34.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


SUPERMAN LIFE-SIZE BUST
The Man of Steel will soon be available to join your collection in the form of this life-sized bust. It stands 30" tall by 20" wide and 9" deep and shows superman atop a Krypton-styled silver pedestal. This piece is listed at $649.99, $30 off of the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


RED SKULL LIFE-SIZE BUST
Captain America's nemesis also gets a life-size bust this time around. He is sculpted in his dress uniform with a (removable) filtered cigarette, and his bright blue eyes peering out of his sockets. This piece is listed at $579.99, $20 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


SCARLET WITCH PREMIUM FORMAT FIGURE
Wanda Maximoff is sure getting a lot of attention lately. Her newest piece is this 19" figure complete with a cloth costume and poseable cape. It comes with an Avengers display base and is listed at $339.99, $10 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


NEW BOWEN MARVEL STATUES
The Scarlet Witch is also getting a 14" Variant Website Exclusive Statue with her cape unfurled high around her; this is listed at $249.99. We also have a Faux Bronze 12" Deadpool Website Exclusive at $249.99 and a Cable Classic 12" Statue at $264.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... el+Statues


DUKE NUKEM FOREVER POLYSTONE STATUE
This new statue should last even longer than the game's development cycle! It stands 16" tall and shows Duke with his golden pistol and shrink ray. This statue is listed at $284.99, $15 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


WOLF PREDATOR 1/5 SCALE STATUE
Sideshow is also releasing a 20" statue of the Wolf Predator from "Aliens Vs Predator: Requiem". It is loaded with detail and includes both masked and unmasked heads. We have this item priced at $289.99, $10 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


DEVIL MAY CRY 3 PLAY ARTS KAI
Two characters from Devil May Cry 3 art getting the Play Arts Kai treatment as well. Dante and his brother Vergil are both up for pre-order, priced at $69.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Cry+3+Kai


FRIDAY THE 13TH 7" FIGURE SERIES 01 - CASE, SET
NECA is releasing a new series based on the classic horror movies. The first assortment includes regular and battle-damaged versions of Jason, each with a removable mask and weapons. We have the set of two listed at $32.99, or you can go for the case of 8 (packout to be determined) at $117.99, and save $24 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... riday+NECA


NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 7" FIGURE SERIES 03 - CASE, SET
NECA is also releasing a third assortment of Freddy figures. This time it includes Dream Warriors Freddy and Dream Child Freddy. Each figure comes loaded with accessories and we have the set of two listed at $32.99, or the case of 8 (packout TBD) at $117.99, once again saving you $24 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Series+03


"BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT RISES" PRE-PAINTED MODEL KITS
Two new listings are up for pre-painted model kits from the Dark Knight Rises. Batman and Bane are each available now, priced at $109.99 apiece.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... tman+Model


EVANGELION REAL ACTION HEROES NEO EVA-01
Shinji's EVA unit is getting its own RAH figure. it will come with two different plug units, a the charging plug, a prog knife, a rife, an AT field that it can be posed forcing open, multiple hands and more. It will measure about 15.3" tall, and we have it listed at $299.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 15" MODERN STATUE - REGULAR, SET
PBM is releasing a Modern Sonic statue to go with their other Sonic releases. It shows the Hedgehog in a running pose and comes in the Regular version at $189.99 or a set of the Regular and Exclusive (with light-up base) versions for $419.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... nic+Modern


BANDAI JAPAN NEW EXCUSIVES
A number of new Bandai Japan exclusives are up for pre-order. These include an Akiba Ranger Mask Collection at $83.99, a Kamen Rider Fourze S.H. Figuarts Power Dizer at $208.99, a 1/144 scale ReZEL Type C General Revil Custom Machine at $59.99 and more.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=9946


RISE OF THE PLANET OF THE APES KOBA 5" FIGURE
We have a second "The Rise of the Planet of the Apes" figure coming soon. This time it is Koba, and we expect it to have the same type of extras as Caesar. We have Koba listed at $24.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


ZOIDS SHIELD LIGER DIE-CAST FIGURE
Yamato has announced a new die-cast upgrade of the Shield Liger DCS-J. It is loaded with articulation and weapons and is listed at $288.99, $10 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


ZOIDS HIGHEND MASTER MODEL RZ-046 SHADOW FOX
The latest release in this line is the Shadow Fox. This black Zoid looks similar to the Lightning Saix, complete with the laser cannon on its back. We have this one listed at $68.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


METALBOY GOKIN MBG-01 GETTER DRAGON DIE-CAST
This new figure is made almost entirely from die-cast materials. It includes a flying stand and light-up eyes, and is listed at $114.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


DC HEROCLIX BATMAN
The upcoming DC wave of Heroclix focuses on Batman and his friends and foes. We have the ClixBrick (with 8 regular boosters and one Super Booster, like the recent Giant-Size X-Men assortment) at $124.99, a Case of 2 ClixBricks at $224.99, a Gravity Feed Box of 24 Singles with new dials at $64.99 and a Fast Forces 6-Pack at $15.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... lix+Batman


ASSASSINS CREED HEROCLIX
WizKids is branching out to yet another license with their latest announcement. This Gravity Feed box of 24 will include 12 figures from Brotherhood and 12 from Revelations, and is listed at $64.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


1/6 SCALE MONKEY KING FIGURE
This new figure by Spiderweb includes a full outfit as well as a ceremonial robe and a suit of armor, in addition to his quarterstaff, alternate hands and more. We have this figure listed at $199.99
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


STAR TREK FLEET CAPTAINS - ROMULAN EMPIRE EXPANSION
This expansion set requires the original set to play, and adds the Romulan Empire as a third play option. It includes 12 new Romulan Ships and adds new play mechanics and more. We have this set listed at $44.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


NEW TRANSFORMERS & GI JOE T-SHIRTS
We have listed a number of new GI Joe and Transformers G1 t-shirts from Freeze. We have them available in sizes Medium to XXL, and they are priced at $15.99 - $16.99 each. Old-school fans won't want to miss out on these new tees.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... ze+t-shirt


NEW TONNER DOLLS - DC, TRON LEGACY
Four new Tonner dolls are up for pre-order. For DC we have the Steampunk #1 Wonder Woman, priced at $174.99, while Tron Legacy brings us Sam Flynn, Quorra and Gem, priced at $179.99, $174.99 and $174.99 respectively.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... rch=Tonner


NEW NERF ANNOUNCEMENTS
In addition to the new Nerf DT Sharp Shot Blaster at $10.99, the Vortex Pyragon Blaster at $49.99 and the Vortex Ammo Belt Kit at $15.99, Nerf has announced a new line. These sports items require the special Frames ($7.99), which cause the balls to glow with bright lights day or night. We have the Hyper Bounce Ball at $11.99, the Nerfoop Basketball set at $17.99 and the Football at $23.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... earch=Nerf


FLIRTY GIRL 1/6 SCALE SPACE BATTLE ARMOR SETS
Flirty Girl is putting out armor sets that will fit a wide variety of 1/6 scale bodies. These suits include 20 separate armor pieces and come in grey, white, red and gold and are priced at $94.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... irty+Armor


NEW 1/6 SCALE CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES
A wide variety of new 1/6 scale items are now up for pre-order. We have PMC figures, skulls, Realtree Camo Hunting clothing, an Afghanistan walls environment, Mens fashion suits and more -- be sure to take a look at the items at the link for more information.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=9981


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DARTH VADER ESB 1/6 SCALE STATUE
This piece shows Darth Vader as he appears on Bespin, complete with a staircase illuminated by an orange glow. He stands with his lightsaber out and cape unfurled; we have this piece listed at $224.99, $25 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS 2012 SERIES 01 - FOC PRIME, JAZZ
Our first shipment of Fall of Cybertron figures has arrived. This case assortment includes three each of Optimus prime and Jazz and two of Shockwave, and is priced at $104.99. We also have the Set of three available, priced at $47.99. Finally, we have singles available of Optimus prime and Jazz, and each of these is listed at $15.99, so feel free to grab your favorite, or both.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Series+01


TRANSFORMER PRIME ARMS MICRON FIGURES - STARSCREAM, KNOCKOUT, BREAKDOWN, VEHICON
A large shipment of Arms Micron figures has arrived. We have stock available of AM-13 Knockout and AM-14 Vehicon at $37.99 each and AM-12 Breakdown and AM-07 Starscream at $59.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=8098


TRANSFORMERS DELUXE MECHTECH QUE (WHEELJACK)
We finally have this one in stock for the benefit of our domestic customers. Que comes with multiple weapons and is listed at $39.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TRANSFORMERS DEFENDERWORX CAR ITEMS
A new shipment of DefenderWorx items has arrived for customizing your car. We have License Plate Frames at $14.99 each, Aluminum Sunglasses at $297.99 each, Logo Badges at $10.99 and Hitch plugs at $52.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... orx&page=2


BORDERLANDS 7" FIGURE SERIES 01 - SET OF PSYCHO BANDIT & CLAPTRAP
This assortment has finally arrived, and we have sets available of Psycho Bandit and Claptrap. The set of two is listed at $31.99, $6 off the MSRP. We also have singles of Psycho Bandit, priced at $14.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=6757


NEW MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE CLASSICS FIGURES
For the benefit of our international and other customers we have obtained some of the new releases of the MOTU Classics line. This month includes Horde Prime, Snake Man-At-Arms and Griffin, and they are priced at $34.99, $34.99 and $54.99, respectively.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... e+Classics


INFOTHINK FLASH DRIVES - AVENGERS, TRANSFORMERS
We have received a number of 8 GB Flash Drives from InfoThink. We have Cap's Shield, Mjolnir, Iron Man's Helmet in either Red & Gold or Silver, Hulk's Fist and either Autobot or Decepticon Symbols in silver. We have each of these Avengers drives listed at $34.99, with the Transformers drives at $39.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... lash+Drive


DARK KNIGHT SPUD
Mr. Potatohead gets a new outfit tonight - Batman's, from the new movie! This figure wields a batarang and comes in the black and gold version of the suit; we have it listed at $19.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


MARVEL UNIVERSE 3.75" MAIL-AWAY NICK FURY EXCLUSIVE
This former exclusive is now available for purchase. Nick Fury comes with a SHIELD pin as well as three weapons, and is priced at $89.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


AVENGERS MOVIE HEROCLIX - THOR MARQUEE FIGURE
IF you missed out on this great figure during Free Comic Book Day, now is your chance to pick one up. We have them available now, priced at $5.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


LADY DEATH FAUX BRONZE 13.5" STATUE - WHITE VERSION
This faux bronze statue of Lady Death is painted to resemble her original white skin color. She is limited to just 200 pieces worldwide, and is priced at $249.99, $49 below the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


Thanks!
Joel & The BBTS Crew
www.bigbadtoystore.com

SDCC 2012 Schedule Saturday July 14th - Sunday July 15th

Date: Monday, July 2nd 2012 11:22am EDT
Categories: Cartoon News, Comic Book News, Event News, Game News, People News
Posted by: El Duque | Credit(s): SDCC

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San Diego Comic-Con has posted the scheduled for Saturday, July 14th and Sunday, July 15th. The Transformers related panels are listed below, and the full schedules for each day can be found at the following:

Saturday July 14th
Sunday July 15th

Saturday July 14th

10:00-11:00 Activision Panel Featuring Transformers: Fall of Cybertron Video Game Talent— Legendary Transformers voice talent and game experts at developer High Moon Studios come together in one epic panel to discuss their roles in the upcoming Activision video game Transformers: Fall of Cybertron. Panelists include Peter Cullen (voice of Optimus Prime), Gregg Berger (voice of Grimlock), Nolan North (voice of Cliffjumper), and Matt Tieger (High Moon Studios game director). They'll give everyone an inside look into bringing your favorite characters to life in the making of the video game, as well as answer the questions you've been dying to ask. Room 7AB

11:30-12:30 IDW's Digital-First Comics— IDW is at the forefront of digital comics, bringing special new series to digital before they come out in print. Hear more about the making of digital blockbuster Transformers Autocracy, and learn more about new projects featuring Transformers, Star Trek and Memorial. Join an all-star cast featuring Chris Metzen (World of Warcraft, Transformers Autocracy), Flint Dille (Transformers Autocracy), Livio Ramondelli (Transformers), Mike Johnson (Star Trek), Chris Roberson (Memorial), John Barber (Transformers, G.I. Joe), Lorelei Bunjes (IDW Digital), and Jeff Webber (IDW Digital). Room 24ABC

1:00-2:00 Cartoon Voices I— Audiences flock each year to moderator Mark Evanier's panels of folks who supply the voices of your favorite animated characters. They demonstrate their craft and tell who they are and how they got into that bizarre line of work, and you'll hear a voice session happen right before your ears. This year's Saturday gathering features Matthew Mercer (ThunderCats, Resident Evil 6), Debi Derryberry (Jimmy Neutron, Monster High), April Winchell (Lilo & Stitch, The Legend of Tarzan), Steve Blum (Transformers, The Super Hero Squad Show), Fred Tatasciore (Kung Fu Panda, The Hulk), Jack Angel (Toy Story 3, G.I. Joe), and the legendary Chuck McCann. Room 6BCF

Sunday July 15th

11:30-12:45 Cartoon Voices II— It's the second of two panels this weekend featuring folks who supply the voices of your favorite animated characters. Moderator Mark Evanier will interrogate them about how they do what they do, ask them how they came to do what they do, and make them demonstrate what they do. Their ranks this time will include Dee Bradley Baker (American Dad, SpongeBob SquarePants), Rob Paulsen (Pinky and the Brain, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), Audrey Wasilewski (The Garfield Show, My Life as a Teenage Robot), Jim Ward (The Avengers, The Fairly OddParents), Gregg Berger (The Garfield Show, Transformers), and Misty Lee (The Garfield Show, Spider-Man). Room 6A