February 18, 2010 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several new items of interest to collectors:

Hi - Here is an update from http://www.bigbadtoystore.com about another big list of new arrivals and many more new preorders. There is a wide variety of new stuff mentioned below:

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NEW PREORDERS
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IRON MAN 2 - 1/6 SCALE IRON MAN MARK VI FINE ART STATUE Kotobukiya's upcoming Fina Art Statue may be the first appearance of the new Mark VI armor from the upcoming "Iron Man 2". This cold cast statue will come with a LED light-up base, and his eyes, chest and both fists will light up as well. This piece stands almost 14" tall and is listed at $149.99, saving you $30 off the MSRP.

MARVEL BISHOUJO - PHOENIX & DARK PHOENIX Kotobukiya has announced two new additions to the Marvel Bishoujo line. Both original and Dark versions of Phoenix are on their way, priced at $54.99 ($10 off MSRP); each stands on a swirling flame base, and Dark Phoenix appears to have some translucent parts.

WORLD'S GREATEST SUPER HEROES SERIES 2 - SET, SINGLES A second wave of Mego-like DC figures is on its way. This second assortment includes Aquaman, Black Manta, Batman and Two-Face, and you can pick up the set of four for $79.99, or mix and match your favorite singles at $20.99 each.

THE A-TEAM 2010 FIGURES, VEHICLE Jazwares is producing a number of new lines this year. The upcoming A-Team movie will be one, and we have A set of 12" B.A. Baracus and 12" Hannibal listed at $64.99 (saving you $15 off the MSRP for the set), as well as a set of 4 4" figures (Faceman, Murdoch, B.A. Baracus and Hannibal) at $44.99 (a $10 savings). Jazwares has also announced a Classic A-Team Van with electronics, which is priced at $34.99.

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-- MICHAEL KEATON AS BATMAN STATUE This follow-up to last month's bust shows the Michael Keaton Batman in full costume from the movie, standing with cape unfurled around him, This statue stands about 13.5" tall, and we have it listed at $159.99, which will save you $35 off the MSRP for the piece.

-- JL TROPHY ROOM - SINESTRO POWER BATTERY PROP REPLICA The power of Fear can now be represented by this Lantern, and do battle with the Green Lanterns. This yellow Sinestro Power Battery prop replica stands almost 12" tall and includes a yellow poer ring accessory. We have this replica priced at $279.99, saving you $70 off the MSRP of $349.99.

-- COVER GIRLS OF THE DC UNIVERSE POKER SET This deluxe set includes 2 decks of cards with Adam Hughes art of women of the DCU, along with 300 clay chips in purple, gold, red and blue, all protected in a locking metal carrying case. This set is listed at $164.99, which saves you $35 off the MSRP.

-- WORLD OF WARCRAFT SERIES 7 - SET, SINGLES The latest wave of World of Warcraft figures includes a Worgen Spy, a Human Paladin and an Orc Rogue, and you can pick up the set of three for $59.99, or you can pick your favorite singles, at $20.99 each.

-- WORLD OF WARCRAFT PREMIUM FIGURE SERIES 3 - SET, SINGLES The premium figure line has also returned, and their third assortment includes an Orc Warrior and a Troll Hunter. We have the singles listed at $29.99 apiece, or you can pick up the pair at $59.99.

-- SUPERMAN: NEW KRYPTON SERIES 1 - SET, SINGLES This wave of figures draws from the "New Krypton" storyline in the Superman titles, and includes Superman in his new uniform, as well as fellow hero Mon-El, the mysterious Superwoman and Brainiac. Pick up your favorite singles at $16.99 each, or save $16 off the MSRP and pick up the set of four at $59.99.

-- JLA CLASSIFIED CLASSIC SERIES 3 - SET, SINGLES This third wave continues the line of McGuinness-inspired wide-body heroes, and includes Hal Jordan, Flash Villain (Professor) Zoom, the Atom and Superman Red. Each figure is available singly for $16.99, or you can save $16 and get the set of four for $59.99.

-- SUPERGIRL MICHAEL TURNER MINI STATUE This statue is being re-issued in a scaled-down size for convienence. Standing 5" tall, this piece shows Michael Turner's version of Supergirl rising up above some blue crystals. This piece is listed at $69.99, $10 off the MSRP.

-- SUPERMAN/BATMAN: SUPERGIRL COLLECTOR SET This box set includes the 168 page SUPERMAN/BATMAN: SUPERGIRL Graphic Novel, as well as figures of Superman and Supergirl, with new color schemes and sculpts. This set is listed at $37.99, and is expected to arrive this October.

-- WOMEN OF THE DC UNIVERSE 3 POWER GIRL BUST Power Girl has been popular as of late, leading the JSA and also having her own monthly title. Now, Superman's cousin is getting her own bust in the "Women of the DCU" line, and we have it priced at $49.99, saving you $10 off the MSRP.

-- DC CHRONICLES STATUES - DEATH, THE SANDMAN From DC's Vertigo line come the two newest entries in the DC Chronicles line. The Sandman and his sister, Death, will each be available as statue done in the classic style, and they're priced at $84.99 each, a savings of $15 off the MSRP for each piece.

-- AME-COMI HEROINE SERIES - JADE, STAR SAPPHIRE The two newest addition to the Ame-Comi Heroine line are Jade and Star Sapphire. Jade is the daughter of Golden Age Green Lantern Alan Scott and inherited his control over the green energies, and Star Sapphire is an on-again-off-again love interest and villain in Green Lantern. Each of these figures is listed at $49.99, saving you $10 off the MSRP.

-- BATMAN BLACK AND WHITE MAN-BAT STATUE The Black and White statue line continues with this version of Man-Bat, done after Neal Adams' artwork. This piece measures 5.5" tall by 7.25" wide, and is priced at $69.99 ($10 below MSRP).

-- HEROES OF THE DC UNIVERSE 2 - ETRIGAN BUST Whether or not Etrigan is a hero is questionable, but he's the next DC character in the "Heroes of the DCU" line. Coming forth from a burst of flame, the Demon is ready to battle and is listed at $59.99, saving you $10 off the MSRP

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2010 FIGURES Jazwares has announced a whole bunch of Sonic the Hedgehog pre-orders for this year. We have listed 5" vehicles with driver figures, 7" plush figures, 1.5" Racing Vehicles, 6" super-poseable figure and even a 10" Metal Sonic. Check out the menu to see all the new listings.

MOTU CLASSICS - NEW PRE-ORDERS New Masters of the Universe Classics figures ahev been announced, and we've got pre-order up for our international and other customers. Evil-Lyn, Optikk and Count Marzo are each listed, priced at $34.99.

LIMITED EDITION GICLEES - STAR WARS, FAMILY GUY, FUTURAMA, HALO, MORE We've been listing a wide variety of new Giclees and other limited edition artwork from Star Wars, Family Guy, Futurama, Halo, Indiana Jones, Venture Brothers and more. Check out the new artwork at the link, and see what strikes your fancy.

STAR WARS FINE MOLDS MODEL KITS - 1/48 SNOWSPEEDER, x-WING; 1/72 TIE FIGHTER, TIE INTERCEPTOR In addition to the 1/144 scale Millennium Falcon Fine Mold Model Kit we listed last week, we've now listed pre-orders for 1/48 scale model kits of the Snowspeeder ($44.99) and the X-Wing ($59.99), and 1/72 scale kits of the TIE Fighter & TIE Interceptor ($29.99 each) - check them out and pre-order your favorites.

PERCY JACKSON - 5" FIGURES, 2" FIGURES, LIGHTNING BOLT PEN Another of Jazwares' licenses is the "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" movie. We've listed a set of two 5" figures at $24.99, a set of three 2" two-packs at $25.99, and even a light-up Lightning Bolt Pen, at $8.99.

TWILIGHT: NEW MOON - 17" JACOB BLACK TONNER DOLL Tonner's latest entry in the Twilight market is a 17" Jacob Black figure. This piece includes the quality that comes with the Tonner name, and is dressed in an outfit from the film. This piece is listed at $139.99, saving you $10 off the MSRP.

HCM PRO & SUPER HCM PRO GUNDAM FIGURES We've just listed a wide variety of HCM Pro and Super HCM Pro Gundam
figures. There are figures from a variety of lines, like SHCM Pro Char's Zaku II, multiple versions of the RX-78-2 in SHCM Pro and HCM Pro, 00 Gundam, Sandrock and Shen Long and more. Check out the available pre-orders at the menu.

HCM PRO EVANGELION FIGURES - EVA-01 & EVA-00 REBUILD VERSIONS Two Evangelion HCM Pro figures slipped in to the Gundam list. We've got listings for HCM Pro Versions of the EVA-01 and EVA-00 from Rebuild of Evangelion, and each will come with a variety of accessories.

12" GODZILLA - TOKYO SOS VERSION X-Plus' new 12" Godzilla PVC figure comes from 2003's "Godzilla Vs. Mothra Vs. Mechagodzilla" and stands in a roaring pose. This limited edition piece is listed at $299.99, and is expected to arrive this April.

BARBIE 2010 LISTINGS We've listed a number of new Barbie figures for 2010. From the Dolls of the World Landmark Collection figures to new Christian Louboutin designs, Blue Hawaii Elvis to Wizard of Oz dolls, there is something for everyone - check out the Barbie, James Bond, Elvis Presley, Alice in Wonderland and Wizard of Oz menus for the complete list.

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NEW ARRIVALS
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GREEN LANTERN BLACKEST NIGHT SERIES 3 - SET, SINGLES The latest wave of Blackest Night figures from DC has arrived. This wave includes Green Lantern Arisia, Black Lantern Aquaman, a Star Sapphire and Larfleeze, the singular Orange Lantern. We have them listed as a set of 4 for $59.99 (saving you $16 off the MSRP) or you can pick your favorite singles, at $17.99 each.

HALO 6 RESTOCK - SET, SINGLES We've restocked our supply of the Halo Series 6 Medal Wave. This assortment includes the Brute Bodyguard, Flood Pure Form Stalker, Grunt, ODST "The Rookie", Elite Ship Master and Spartan Soldier Recon (White), and you can mix and match the singles at $11.99 to $19.99, or just pick up the set of 6 for $89.99.

ZHU ZHU PETS HAMSTER SET We've just received a shipment of Zhu Zhu Hamsters. We have the 2010 Series 1 set of 4 listed at $53.99, and it includes one each of Nugget, Scoodles, Winkie and Jilly. We will also soon be listing single accessories, so keep your eyes tuned to the Zhu Zhu Pets menu for more.

UFC SERIES 2 - CASE, SET, SINGLES The second wave of UFC figures from Jakks has arrived. This case assortment includes 2 each of Brock Lesnar, Chuck Liddell and Antonio 'Minotauro' Nogueira, 1 each of Royce Gracie, Nate Marquardt and Mike Thomas Brown, and either 2 of Rashad Evans and 1 of Forrest griffin, or the reverse; the case is currently listed at $109.99 for the 12 figures. We also have the figures listed as a set of 8, for $89.99, and as singles at $12.99 - $14.99 each.

1:1 SCALE ALIEN BUST This life-sized bust of one of Sci-Fi's scariest monsters is now available for your collection. Hollywood Collectibles has created this piece from the original costume used in the film, and it is limited to just 500 picees worldwide. This piece is priced at $999.99, and is perfect for "Alien" fans.

1:1 SCALE ALIEN CHESTBURSTER This piece stands about 12" tall, and shows the nasty little critter bursting forth, covered in goo. This figure is listed at $194.99, $5 off the MSRP, and is another great "Alien" piece from Hollywood Collectibles.

PREDATOR 2 BIO-HELMET REPLICA Hollywood Collectibles has also released a replica of the Bio-Helmet from "Predator 2". This replica includes the light-up targeting system, as well as a display stand for the helmet. This piece is priced at $324.99, saving you a whopping $75 off the MSRP.

BSG - LEOBEN & STARBUCK TWO-PACK The show may be over, but Diamond Select still has some surprises in store for BSG fans. We have received the Leoben & Starbuck two-pack, and it is listed at $24.99, saving you $7 off the MSRP for the set.

PE-01 SHADOW WARRIOR This new Perfect Effect figure is not only reminiscent of Rumble and/or Frenzy, but is done in a Nemesis color scheme, to attach to the Nemesis Commander (or City Commander) armor set. This figure is able to transform from robot to a twin-cannon weapon and can attach to the Commander armor shoulders. We've got this figure priced at $36.99, with piledriver arm attachments included.

MARVEL BISHOUJO SCARLET WITCH Magneto's daughter and former Avenger and Brotherhood member, the Scarlet Witch is one of the most popular heroines in the Marvel Universe. This Bishoujo version of her has her in her classic costume, and is listed at $54.99, saving you $5 off the MSRP.

HOT TOYS "MARS ATTACKS" MOVIE MASTERPIECE AMBASSADOR, SOLDIER Hot Toys has released two Movie Masterpiece figures from "Mars Attacks". Both the Martian Ambassador and the Martian Soldier get the treatment, and each comes with cloth costume, moveable eyes and jaw, extendable tongue and accessories. Each figure is listed at $112.99, $7 below the MSRP.

HOT TOYS MICHAEL JACKSON 12" THRILLER FIGURE We've also been able to restock Hot Toys' 1/6 Scale "Thriller" Michael Jackson figure. This piece comes with multiple hands, two different costumes and even regular and zombie heads, to display as you'd like. This figure is listed at $224.99, and would also be great for any Michael Jackson fan.

THE ROCKETEER 15" STATUE This new 15" Statue from Electric Tiki Designs shows the titular hero shooting up into the sky, contrails out behind him. This statue is listed at $169.99, a savings of $10 off the MSRP.

MARVEL UNIVERSE SERIES 7 - CASE, SET, SINGLES This new case assortment of 3.75" figures includes 2 each of Modern Thor, Luke Cage and Extremis Iron Man, and 1 each of Black Widow, Classic Bucky, Original Captain America, Sub-Mariner, House of M Spider-Man and Green Goblin, and is priced at $104.99, although they are currently on backorder. We've got the set of the six new figures (Cap, Bucky, Black Widow, Luke Cage, Modern Thor and Extremis Iron Man) listed at $69.99, and singles available fo most figures, at $11.99 - $14.99 each.

MARVEL UNIVERSE SECRET WARS TWO-PACKS 2010 SERIES 2 - CASE, SET, SINGLES We've received the fourth wave of Hasbro's Secret Wars Two-Packs. This assortment includes Sotrm & Nightcrawler, Thing & Bulldoze and Doctor Doom & Absorbing Man, and we have the set of three two-packs listed at $49.99. We also have the case available at $109.99, which includes 2 of each two-pack plus 1 each of Captain America & Klaw and Cyclops and the Hulk. Finally, we have singles available of most of the two-pack from the line, at $13.49 - $19.99 each.

BBTS EXCLUSIVE RED & GREEN HULK SET We've just received a small restock of our exclusive Red Hulk Marvel Select figure, paired with the original Green Hulk Marvel Select figure. We have the set of two listed at $39.99, and with the popularity of the Red Hulk on the rise, these sets are sure to go quickly.

TF ROTF NEST EXCLUSIVE TWO-PACKS We've received a small shipment of "Revenge of the Fallen" exclusive two-packs for the benfit of our international and other customers. The Legends class two-apcks include Bumblebee Vs. Shadow Striker, Rally Mudflap & Offroad Skids, and Smokescreen Vs. Starscream and are priced at $18.99 each. There are also two Scout-class two-packs - Road Rival Showdown with Beachcomber Vs. Deadlift and Windy City Chase with Slap Dash Vs. trenchmouth; each of these two-packs is listed at $31.99.

SNOWTROOPER MINI BUST This new Gentle Giant mini bust measures over 6.5" tall, and portrays the Snowtrooper in full gear holding his blaster with both hands. This piece is listed at $54.99, saving you $5 off the MSRP.

1/43 SCALE HOT WHEELS ELITE 1966 BATMOBILE The Hot Wheels Elite line has produced a 1:43 scale version of the 1966 Batmobile from the TV series. This replica will bring back fond memories of watching the Dynamic Duo, and is listed at $39.99.