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

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

Postby Gearslide » Wed Aug 22, 2012 2:48 pm

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How exactly did BBTS sell out of any of the TFCC figures? I thought the production amount was going to match the demand? Like, they make the figures as they need them.
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Re: BBTS Sponsor News: Metroid, Diamond Select, Transformers, DC Unlimited, Hot Toys & More

Postby Mkall » Wed Aug 22, 2012 3:19 pm

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Gearslide wrote:How exactly did BBTS sell out of any of the TFCC figures? I thought the production amount was going to match the demand? Like, they make the figures as they need them.

Because BBTS only purchased a limited amount of subscriptions. They're not going to buy more just because there's a high demand for one of the six figures.
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Re: BBTS Sponsor News: Metroid, Diamond Select, Transformers, DC Unlimited, Hot Toys & More

Postby Gearslide » Wed Aug 22, 2012 4:19 pm

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Mkall wrote:
Gearslide wrote:How exactly did BBTS sell out of any of the TFCC figures? I thought the production amount was going to match the demand? Like, they make the figures as they need them.

Because BBTS only purchased a limited amount of subscriptions. They're not going to buy more just because there's a high demand for one of the six figures.


But I thought that TFCC said you could buy as many of a figure as you wanted with your subscription? Or did I read that wrong?
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Re: BBTS Sponsor News: Metroid, Diamond Select, Transformers, DC Unlimited, Hot Toys & More

Postby Mkall » Wed Aug 22, 2012 4:32 pm

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Gearslide wrote:How exactly did BBTS sell out of any of the TFCC figures? I thought the production amount was going to match the demand? Like, they make the figures as they need them.

Because BBTS only purchased a limited amount of subscriptions. They're not going to buy more just because there's a high demand for one of the six figures.


But I thought that TFCC said you could buy as many of a figure as you wanted with your subscription? Or did I read that wrong?

You read that wrong. 1 subscription = 1 of each figure.
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Re: BBTS Sponsor News: Metroid, Diamond Select, Transformers, DC Unlimited, Hot Toys & More

Postby Relic Dinobot » Wed Aug 22, 2012 5:30 pm

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Am I the only one that thinks that charging 100$ for both Slipstream and Scourge - arguably the most popular characters of the set - while Jackpot and Circuit are sold at 40$ a piece, is a little ridiculous? Even Breakdown at 80$ is more than overcharging for a piece for this "six-pack" of toys.

A total of 300$ is being asked for these six figures. Not taking into account that Ultra Mammoth is, well, an ultra-sized toy, that makes each figure come out at roughly 50$ each. So that means:

Ultra Mammoth -> 80$ profit.
Slipstream -> 50$ profit.
Scourge -> 50$ profit.
Breakdown -> 30$ profit.
Circuit -> 10$ deficit.
Jackpot -> 10$ deficit.

Basically, that's around 190$ profit! :BANG_HEAD:

I know, it's a store. They're out there to make money, nor to help out customers/collectors to get our collective hands on whatever toy and so forth without making a couple bucks off of it. Still, 190$... (and yes, I know, dead horse beating time. ;) )
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Re: BBTS Sponsor News: Metroid, Diamond Select, Transformers, DC Unlimited, Hot Toys & More

Postby Hotrodimust » Wed Aug 22, 2012 10:58 pm

Relic Dinobot wrote:Am I the only one that thinks that charging 100$ for both Slipstream and Scourge - arguably the most popular characters of the set - while Jackpot and Circuit are sold at 40$ a piece, is a little ridiculous? Even Breakdown at 80$ is more than overcharging for a piece for this "six-pack" of toys.

A total of 300$ is being asked for these six figures. Not taking into account that Ultra Mammoth is, well, an ultra-sized toy, that makes each figure come out at roughly 50$ each. So that means:

Ultra Mammoth -> 80$ profit.
Slipstream -> 50$ profit.
Scourge -> 50$ profit.
Breakdown -> 30$ profit.
Circuit -> 10$ deficit.
Jackpot -> 10$ deficit.

Basically, that's around 190$ profit! :BANG_HEAD:

I know, it's a store. They're out there to make money, nor to help out customers/collectors to get our collective hands on whatever toy and so forth without making a couple bucks off of it. Still, 190$... (and yes, I know, dead horse beating time. ;) )

I think they are rediculous for the price they charge. I'm a tfcc member I'll pay club prices and I only want 3 figures slipstream,scourge and breakdown
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Re: BBTS Sponsor News: Metroid, Diamond Select, Transformers, DC Unlimited, Hot Toys & More

Postby Relic Dinobot » Thu Aug 23, 2012 3:30 am

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I'd only like to have Slipstream myself, but I don't think that's going to happen anytime soon. ;)
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Postby rpetras » Thu Aug 23, 2012 12:40 pm

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Relic Dinobot wrote:Am I the only one that thinks that charging 100$ for both Slipstream and Scourge - arguably the most popular characters of the set - while Jackpot and Circuit are sold at 40$ a piece, is a little ridiculous? Even Breakdown at 80$ is more than overcharging for a piece for this "six-pack" of toys.

A total of 300$ is being asked for these six figures. Not taking into account that Ultra Mammoth is, well, an ultra-sized toy, that makes each figure come out at roughly 50$ each. So that means:

Ultra Mammoth -> 80$ profit.
Slipstream -> 50$ profit.
Scourge -> 50$ profit.
Breakdown -> 30$ profit.
Circuit -> 10$ deficit.
Jackpot -> 10$ deficit.

Basically, that's around 190$ profit! :BANG_HEAD:

I know, it's a store. They're out there to make money, nor to help out customers/collectors to get our collective hands on whatever toy and so forth without making a couple bucks off of it. Still, 190$... (and yes, I know, dead horse beating time. ;) )


Look at it this way.

They expect to sell Slipstream, Scourge, and Breakdown.

Circuit and Jackpot Probably won't sell many and they'll have them on clearance in the future.

Mammoth, who knows, they have about 75 of him still in stock at the moment.
He's probably the difference between profit and loss on the set.

So, each group they buy costs them $300 + shipping, and they are pretty much guaranteed only $280 back from each set. The rest of the figs will be shelf warming for months, maybe years for them.

From my rough guestimates they are probably just about breaking even now, depending on how much TFCC charges them for shipping on such a large order. :-B
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