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PAGE 1: What is it about the character of Scorponok that draws you to him?
SIMON FURMAN: When he first appeared, Scorponok was a fairly die-cut Decepticon (somewhat second-tier) tyrant, but the introduction of Lord Zarak, his binary-bonded Headmaster component, gave him much more in the way of layers and a kind of noble gravitas, and he gradually became a character who walked the same fine line between good and evil as Grimlock (always a pull for me as a writer). But, of course, that Scorponok died in #75. And Zarak was the more dominant in that incarnation. Here/now, I was interested to explore the other side of the equation, see what the original Scorponok was like. This time, he’s the dominant personality, but you don’t share a head with someone for all that time without some kind of evolution. So there’s two reasons for going with Scorponok: one, there are parallels with Grimlock, the other main focus of this second story arc, and two, I get to bring the original Scorponok (who I never wrote) back and watch him struggle against who and what he was versus who he is (or thinks he is) now. Lots of great character potential there to explore, which I love!
PAGE 2: Scorponok comes across the other Decepticons, who may/may not accept him as their leader. How do you approach a scene like this in the writing, getting the tension across from the characters as they decide what to do next?
SIMON FURMAN: The theme underlying the whole “Natural Selection” arc is choice, or rather the enforced withdrawal of choice (and its consequences… which will ripple on well after this arc). And here the Decepticons are presented with just that, a choice: join Scorponok or stay loyal to the absent Soundwave. Scorponok overrides that bit of free will/loyalty pretty brutally, which plays into his more blanket intentions to skew the whole nature of Primus’s creations and push them all in a more Decepticon-oriented direction. But I also wanted to show here that there is loyalty and shades of grey even among Decepticons. They’re not all of one mind. Not all stamped out of the same world-conquering mold. There are factions and differing agendas and varying methodologies.
PAGE 3: While choosing the Cybertron cast, did you have to do a lot of trading with the Earth bound characters or was the process very straightforward?
SIMON FURMAN: Right at the start of RG1 I kind of assigned a non-official sub-group affiliation to the various Decepticons, some of which was predicated by where they were and who they were with when the original series ended with issue #80. So most of those fighting alongside Bludgeon on Klo at the end stayed with Bludgeon. Others I assigned to Soundwave’s neo-Decepticons. The rest I left a little more independent or undecided, like Dreadwind and Darkwing, so in reserve for more general/later use. The Earthbound Decepticons tended to be the older/original characters, whereas those still active on Cybertron the newer ones (in terms of toy release). I also had a list of those Decepticons who demonstrably died in #75 in the battle with Unicron (like Quake, Runabout and Apeface), and I was careful for those characters to stay dead.
PAGE 4: Soundwave meets with Bludgeon and they discuss his plans. Didn’t Soundwave die back issue 86 while trying to access Thunderwing’s remains? What happened to him?
SIMON FURMAN: Ah no, the destruction of the Hall of Silence was designed to mask Soundwave’s exit (via teleporter) with the remains of Thunderwing. Both were just assumed vaporized by the explosion. If you read those Soundwave scenes again, you’ll see he’s waiting for/relying on the more inexperienced Hot Rod to follow protocol and (in the event of a breach) destroy the entire building (and everything/one in it). This way, there’s no pursuit, no suspicion the Thunderwing remains are still out there.
PAGE 5: Soundwave continues to see more of Bludgeon’s grand plans for the future. Was Bludgeon your favorite Pretender back from the original run? Do you find him any more difficult to write than the other Pretender characters?
SIMON FURMAN: Bludgeon was always, and still is, one of my favourite characters. He’s a prime example of there not being much in the way of precedent or character detail originally (in either comics or tech specs), so I was able to embellish and create a lot of his character from the ground up. He’s also, let’s face it, just a really cool looking character with a ninja/warrior vibe and a big sword. What’s not to like. Bludgeon comes back into things in a big way in the third arc. What Bludgeon really wants is… well… not what Soundwave necessarily thinks he wants, and it’s going to result in one of the biggest shocks in RG1. Andrew’s cover for #91 just gave me chills! I think he kind of likes Bludgeon too.
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NECA TOY FAIR 2013 NEW ITEMS
NECA had a variety of new items to show at Toy Fair this past weekend. These include a 1/4 Scale Superman from the upcoming "Man of Steel" movie, which was priced at $84.99. They also announced two 1/4 Scale Batman figures at $84.99 each, one in the Adam West look from 1964 and the other in the Michael Keaton look from 1989's "Batman". "Pacific Rim" will be getting a line of 7" figures, with the first assortment containing Gipsy Danger, Crimson Typhoon, and Knifehead; we have them available at $53.99 for the Set of three, or $229.99 for the Case of 14 ($69 off the MSRP, breakdown currently unknown). The Predators 7" figure series is getting a ninth assortment, which includes Jungle Encounter Dutch, Jungle Disguise Dutch and Water Emergence Predator, like the "Pacific Rim" assortment, this one is available both as a Set of three for $53.99 and as a Case of 14 at $229.99, saving you $69 off of the MSRP. The upcoming "Lone Ranger" film has a number of figures on the way; 1/4 Scale figures of the Lone Ranger and Tonto at $84.99 each, 7" Head Knockers of the Lone Ranger and Tonto at $19.99 each, and 7" Figures, with a Set of the Lone Ranger and Tonto at $36.99 or the Case of 8 figures (breakdown unknown) at $134.99, $35 off the MSRP. Kitai from "After Earth" will soon be available as a 7" Scale action figure, priced at $18.99. The second line of 6" figures from the KickAss series come from "KickAss 2", and the assortment includes KickAss, Hit Girl and MF-er. They are available as a Set of three for $53.99 or a Case of 14 at $229.99 (once again, $69 off the MSRP, with the breakdown currently unknown). Finally, a second series of Gears of War 3.75" figures is coming, and they are listed at $34.99 for the Set of three, or $139.99 for the Case of 14, saving you $42 off of the MSRP. Please note - we have added a number of singles to the various menus, priced at $18.99 each for the 6"-7" figures, and $11.99 each for the Gears of War 3.75" figures, so be sure to grab your favorites if you choose not to get the whole case or set.
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TRANSFORMERS 3" VINYL FIGURES - CASE, SET, SINGLES
The Loyal Subjects are producing a new line of 3" super deformed vinyl Transformers figures. The first wave includes Optimus Prime, Megatron, Bumblebee, Starscream, Thundercracker, Grimlock, Jazz and Soundwave, and they are available as a Set of 8 for $89.99 or a Case of 16 (two of each) at $159.99. We also have the figures listed singly at $9.99 - 14.99 apiece.
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DC COLLECTIBLES FOR MARCH
Six new items are on their way from DC Collectibles. New statues include DC Comics Bombshells Wonder Woman and Supergirl, each standing just over 10" tall, as well as a 1/12 Scale "Man of Steel" Superman Vs. Zod piece; each of these three is listed at $99.99, saving you $25 off of the MSRP. The Cover Girls of the DCU line continues with the only woman in the Metal Men, Platinum. She stands about 10.25" tall and is listed at $84.99, $15 off the MSRP. Finally, two new Injustice 3.75" figure two-packs have been announced (well, one and a half, anyway) - Cyborg & Harley Quinn, and the Flash and another figure to be named. Each of these two-packs is listed at $26.99, $3 off the MSRP.
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D-ARTS BASS & TREBLE
This set of figures allows you to bring home Mega Man's and Rush's rival duo. The set also includes alternate arm, face and hand parts, and we have the duplicitous pair listed at $43.99.
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WORLD WAR Z 6" FIGURE SERIES 01 - CASE, SET
Brad Pitt's upcoming zombie movie has a figure assortment on the way from Jazwares. This Case will include one or more each of Running Zombie, Soldier Zombie, Rebel Zombie, Firefighter Zombie and Gerry Lane. We have the case listed at $109.99, $17 off the MSRP. We also have these figures listed as a Set of 5 (one of each), and it is priced at $99.99.
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NFL SPORTSPICKS SERIES 32 - CASE, SINGLES
McFarlane Toys has announced another series of NFL Sportspicks figures. This one includes Ray Rice, Robert Griffin III, Antonio Brown, Jordy Nelson, Vernon Davis, Arian Foster and Andy Dalton, and they are available singly at $12.99 each, or in a Case of eight with a Chase or Collector Level figure at $94.99. Peyton Manning is also available singly at $12.99, but will not be part of the Case assortment.
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NHL SPORTSPICKS SERIES 33 - CASE, SINGLES
McFarlane also has a new series of NHL figures on the way. This Case assortment includes two each of Steven Stamkos, Max Pacioretty and Erik Karlsson, and one each of Cory Schneider and a Chase or Collector Level figure. We have this case listed at $119.99, with singles of the named figures also available at $15.99 each.
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THUNDERCATS CLASSIC MINIMATES BOX SET 03
The latest box set of Thundercats Minimates includes Tygra, Cheetara, Wily Kat, Wily Kit and Bill the Ro-Bear Berbil. This new set is listed at $21.99.
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KNIGHT RIDER SEASON 4 1/24 SCALE KITT MODEL KIT WITH FRONT SCANNER
This 1/24 scale model Kit of the Knight 2000 (K.I.T.T.) not only includes the tan interior and decals to replicate the screens and panels on the interior of the car, but also includes a red LED array to simulate K.I.T.T. Scanner panel. This Aoshima kit is listed at $54.99.
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NEW IMPORT EXCLUSIVES
We have just listed six new import exclusive figures. We have the 1/144 Unicorn Gundam 02 Banshee Dark Clear version in Unicorn Mode at $42.99 and Destroy Mode at $46.99, as well as the 1/100 MS-06R-1A Zaku II Yuma Lightning Type at $109.99. The Black Magician from YuGiOh has a new 21/7 scale Duel of Fates Version ArtFX J Statue at $169.99; Persona 4's Rise Kujikawa High Priestess 1/8 Scale figure is listed at $164.99, and the Asuna 1/8 Scale Bikini Style Figure is listed at $119.99.
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ENCLINE DESIGNS CUSTOMIZING INSTRUCTIONAL DVD VOLUME 01: FULL FIGURE REPAINT
This new disc will specifically show you how to completely change your Classics Jazz into Classics Shockwave (head not included). It will show how to disassemble your figure, show you all of the painting techniques and then how to reassemble it. This disc is priced at $19.99.
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SXS-R01 CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
This new transforming figure from SXS is scaled to go with the Masterpiece line. It changes from a robot with a rounded head/helm to a 4WD vehicle, and is listed at $64.99 if you get your pre-order in by 2-14-13, or $69.99 afterward.
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NEW CAPTAIN ACTION DELUXE COSTUMES - IRON MAN, WOLVERINE
Two new Deluxe Costumes are soon to be available for Captain Action. The Iron Man and Wolverine sets each come with alternate heads and are to come with a piece of the Hawkeye costume as well. We have these sets listed at $31.99 each, $3 off the MSRP.
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STREET FIGHTER 25TH ANNIVERSARY CHESS SET
This new set contains silver- and pewter-colored resin pieces of Ryu, M. Bison, Chun-Li and more along with a smoked and sandblasted glass chess board, all of which stores in a laser-etched high-quality black wood storage case with chrome latch and hinges. This fantastic set is listed at $279.99, $20 off of the MSRP.
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BATMAN 1966 - BATMAN KEN, CATWOMAN BARBIE
These new versions of Ken and Barbie are dressed in the Batman and Catwoman costumes from the 1966 Television series, respectively. Each figure is priced at $39.99.
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WIZARD OF OZ 2013 BARBIE DOLLS
Three of the ladies from "The Wizard of Oz" are getting new Barbie doll figures. Glinda the Good Witch, the Wicked Witch of the West and Dorothy herself each have a new figure on the way, and they are priced at $39.99.
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STAR TREK 1/537 SCALE KLINGON K'TINGA BATTLE CRUISER
This Klingon Battle Cruiser Model Kit draws its inspiration from the Motion Picture era of Star Trek. We have this kit listed at $29.99.
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NEW SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ITEMS
Jazwares has a number of new Sonic items on the way. These include the Sonic All Star Racing 5" Vehicle Set of two jets (Sonic and Shadow) at $49.99, the Sonic 2.75" Mini Morphed Figure Set of 3 at $29.99 (Classic Sonic, Classic Tails, Classic Metal Sonic) and the Sonic Role Play Mask Set of 2 (Sonic and Shadow) at $29.99.
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STAR TREK TREKKIES Q-POP FIGURES - KIRK, SPOCK, UHURA
These new super deformed figures from Quantum Mechanix each come with a base that has a word balloon attached and a wipe-off marker so that you can add your own phrases or effects. We have Kirk, Spock and Uhura listed currently, and each is priced at $18.99.
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GHOSTBUSTERS 2" GLOW-IN-THE-DARK SLIMER WITH 4" CLEAR STAND
This new figures is great for fans of the movies or the animated series. He pegs atop the clear stand so that he can 'hover' at head height with the human figures, and is listed at $24.99.
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SILENT HILL 2 BUBBLE HEAD NURSE 1/6 SCALE LIMITED PVC STATUE THREE-PACK
In addition to the single Nurse statue pre-order at $104.99, we now have a special three-pack listing as well. This trio is a great creepy addition to your Silent Hill collection, and is listed at $299.99.
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NEW WESTLAND GIFTWARE ITEMS
Westland is releasing many new items under their Marvel and DC Comics licenses. These include a DC Superheroes Wall Clock, Water Globes, Salt and Pepper Shakers, Lamps, Nightlights, Cookie Jars, Sparklers, Mini Bobble Figurines and Mugs.
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IPHONE 4/4S CHARA-COVERS
Huckleberry Toys is producing a new line of Chara-Covers for the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S. These include DC characters such as Superman, the Joker, Harley Quinn, Batman and Batgirl, and Marvel characters such as Iron man, Captain America, Spider-Man, Wolverine and Thor. Each is listed at $34.99.
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TRANSFORMERS PLATINUM SERIES - OPTIMUS PRIME, SET WITH OMEGA SUPREME
A second shipment of Platinum Series figures has arrived, this time containing our Optimus Prime figures. This version is a G1-colored redeco of Energon Optimus Prime, complete with trailer and four mini-vehicles that can join into Super Optimus Prime. We have him listed at $79.99 by himself, or you can get him in a Set with the G1-colored Omega Supreme figure (which can also combine with Optimus and his helper vehicles) for $174.99.
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TRANSFORMERS PRIME BEAST HUNTERS VOYAGER SERIES 01 - SET, SINGLES
We have received another shipment of the first assortment of Beast Hunter Voyagers. This one includes Predaking and Beast Optimus Prime, and they are available individually at $27.99 each, or as a set of two for $44.99.
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TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS LEGENDS 2013 SERIES 01 - SET, SINGLES
The first assortment of 2013 Legends includes two-packs of Decepticon discs for Fall of Cybertron Soundwave and Soundblaster. Ratbat and Frenzy share one two-pack, with Rumble and Ravage in the other; each two-pack is listed at $11.99, or you can get both together for $21.99.
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TRANSFORMERS PRIME BEAST HUNTERS CYBERVERSE LEGION SERIES 01 - CASE, SET, SINGLES
Beast Hunters Cyberverse Legion Series 01's Case assortment includes four of Bumblebee, three each of Airachnid and Smokescreen and two of Twinstrike; this case assortment is priced at $74.99. We also have these figures available as a Set of four at $32.99, and singles of Bumblebee at $5.99, with singles of Smokescreen and Airachnid at $6.99 each.
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TRANSFORMERS KRE-O KREON MICRO-CHANGER COMBINER SERIES 01 - SET, SINGLES
Micro-Changer Combiner Series 01 includes sets of four Kreons each that can assemble into their gestalt forms (the fifth figure of each is available randomly in the blind-bagged singles, but is not used in the gestalt form). These Sets includes Decepticon Bruticus, Superion, Predaking and Constructicon Devastator, and each box set of four Kreons is priced at $39.99, with the set of 4 at $39.99.
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BRUTICUS MAXIMUS ASIAN EXCLUSIVE REISSUE
This version of Bruticus Maximus has his component figures colored like their G1 counterparts, and also has a head sculpt similar to his original G1 sculpt. This figure is priced at $129.99.
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TRANSFORMERS MP-09B BLACK RODIMUS RESTOCK
The Decepticon version of Masterpiece Rodimus Prime is now back in stock. His black, purple and light blue color scheme sets him apart nicely from his Autobot version, and we have him listed at $159.99, saving you $65 off of the MSRP.
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GREEN GIANT GIFTSET OF 6
This set from Maketoys includes Bulldozer, Excavator, Crane, Dump Truck, Cement Mixer and Front End Loader, all in their original green version. The set also includes all of the parts to assemble Giant, who stands about 12" tall. This special box set is listed at $355.99.
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IRON MAN 3 - HASBRO FIGURES, ROLE PLAY, VEHICLES
A wide variety of items from the upcoming "Iron Man 3" movie are now in stock. We have Iron Man Marvel legends figures, Assemblers, regular figures, Arc Strike figures, role playing items like wrist armor, glow-in-the-dark masks, 12" figures, Battle Vehicles, Iron Flyers and a Sonic Blasting Iron man. You can check out all of these items and more at the link.
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GI JOE RETALIATION - HASBRO FIGURES, VEHICLES
Many items from the upcoming "GI Joe: Retaliation" film are available now as well. These include Bravo Vehicles, 3.75" Figure Series 01 and 02, Delta Vehicles, and 10" figures. Take a peek at what is available now, or go ahead and put in pre-orders for things to come.
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STAR WARS ULTIMATE QUARTER SCALE JAWA FIGURE BANK
This bank stands 9" tall and holds a weapon in his hand. He has the familiar glowing eyes and is listed at$18.99, $1 off the MSRP.
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STAR WARS 1/10 SCALE ARTFX+ STATUES - DARTH VADER (ROTJ), EMPEROR'S ROYAL GUARD TWO-PACK
Our latest shipment from Kotobukiya included two new Star Wars ArtFX+ Statue kits. The first is Darth Vader is he appeared in "Return of the Jedi" and includes interchangeable head and arm parts; this kit is listed at $44.99, saving you $5 off of the MSRP. We also have the Emperor's Royal Guard Two-Pack in stock, and it is listed at $56.99, $8 off of the MSRP.
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GREEN LANTERN NEW 52 VERSION 1/10 SCALE ARTFX+ STATUE
The first release in Kotobukiya's New 52 ArtFX+ line is Green Lantern Hal Jordan. He is dressed in his signature metallic green and black outfit with his ring ready, and is listed at $35.99, $4 off of the MSRP.
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SUPERMAN NEW 52 VERSION 1/10 SCALE ARTFX+ STATUE
Kotobukiya's line of ArtFX+ statues continues with the Man of Steel himself. Superman is shown in his new suit and is listed at $35.99, $4 off of the MSRP.
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DC BISHOUJO HUNTRESS STATUE
This 1/7 Scale statue of Helena Wayne is shown with her staff, cape billowing in the wind and foot resting atop a gargoyle. We have her priced at $56.99, $8 off of the MSRP.
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STAR WARS JAINA SOLO BISHOUJO STATUE
The daughter of Han Solo and Leia Organa Solo is dressed in her x-wing pilot uniform, lightsaber and helmet in her hands. This piece is listed at $54.99, saving you $10 off of the MSRP.
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"THE AVENGERS" CAPTAIN AMERICA 1/4 SCALE FIGURE
NECA has just released their 1/4 scale Captain America figure. He comes with alternate hands and his shield, includes more than 25 points of articulation, and is listed at $84.99, saving you $15 off of the MSRP.
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CLASSIC AVENGERS HAWKEYE FINE ART STATUE
Classic Avengers Hawkeye is decked out in his traditional blue and purple costume with his bow at his side. The 1/6 scale statue stands 13" tall with a rocky base to match the rest of the Classic Avengers statues, and is listed at $188.99, $21 off the MSRP.
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X-FORCE: WOLVERINE 10.5" FINE ART STATUE
This 1/6 Scale statue of Wolverine in his X-Force gray and black outfit comes with both masked and unmasked heads, and stands atop the same rubble and sculpture base as the rest of the figures in this series. We have this figure listed at $184.99, saving you $25 off of the MSRP.
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CABLE CLASSIC 12" STATUE
This new piece by Bowen shows Cable as he first appeared in the Marvel Universe back in New Mutants #87. He has guns in each hand as well as a shotgun strapped to his back and is priced at $264.99.
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A GAME OF THRONES - TYRION LANNISTER 10" STATUE
This 10" tall statue shows Tyrion Lannister leading the charge against Stannis Baratheon's army at King's Landing, with a battle axe in his hands and a discarded helmet off to the side. We have this piece listed at $159.99, saving you $40 off of the MSRP.
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"THE INCREDIBLE HULK" 1/6 SCALE FINE ART STATUES - HULK, ABOMINATION
These two statues by Kotobukiya look great individually, and also can lock together to make a dynamic diorama. The Hulk Statue stands 14" tall and shows him lifting a chunk of wreckage above his head; this piece is listed at $139.99, $35 off the MSRP. Meanwhile, the Abomination is reaching down to grab a discarded chunk of metal; this 10.25" statue is priced at $99.99.
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PORTAL 2 TURRET STATUE
Gaming Heads has just released their new Turret statue from Portal 2. It stands 16" tall on its base and has a motion-sensing light-up eye. This piece is listed at $269.99, saving you $30 off of the MSRP.
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ASSASSIN'S CREED BROTHERHOOD EZIO - UNHOODED, EBONY UNHOODED EXCLUSIVES
Ezio from AC Brotherhood comes in two new unhooded exclusive versions - white costume with removable and retractable gauntlet blades, or the Ebony Unhooded version that also includes a sword. Each figure is listed at $19.99.
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BORDERLANDS CLAPTRAP BLU14 SPECIAL EDITION
This blue and white redeco of the original Claptrap comes with a sandy base, rolling wheel, poseable arms and more. We have him listed at $17.99, $2 off the MSRP.
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MAP OF MIDDLE EARTH REPLICA
This map from the Noble Collection is mounted on a wooden display that measures 16' x 12". We have it in stock now, priced at $39.99.
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POP! MARVEL SERIES 02 FIGURES
This second assortment includes Deadpool, Dr. Doom, Ghost Rider, Beast, Silver Surfer and Dark Phoenix, and we have them in stock at $10.99 each.
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THE WALKING DEAD ZOMBIE GELATIN MOLD
This mold is shaped like a 9" x 5" human face with the jaws liquefying. It would be perfect for a Halloween party or more sinister uses (heh heh heh...), and is listed at $14.99.
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the 13 episodes of Transformers Prime Beast Hunters due to launch this year represent the final chapter of the Transformers Prime story
Arnesen says a "new iteration of the animated TV series" is slated for delivery in late 2014
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.
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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.
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