August 24, 2010 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several new items of interest to collectors:

Hi � just a quick note to let you know that the Seacon shipment has arrived and they are now in stock at $59.99

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Hi - Here is another big update from http://www.bigbadtoystore.com about a wide variety of new arrivals and many more new preorders. We also have another big sale running:

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PRICE CUT SALE - 4200 ITEMS
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We've just reduced pricing on 2000 items by 10% to 20% - many of these were already on sale previously and are now priced even more attractively. There are a total of 4200+ items discounted between 20% and 90% off - with 1300 of them priced at 50% off or more! Take a look at the new sale menu here for a ton of great deals:
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NEW ARRIVALS
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NEW FX LIGHTSABERS We've received stock of a couple of Lightsabers. We have the Luke Skywalker FX Lightsaber at $99.99, and the Darth Vader Lightsaber with Removable Blade at $114.99.

GEARS OF WAR 2 - LANCER ASSAULT RIFLE REPLICA This 40" long replica of the weapon from Gears of War 2 has LED lighting effects and is sculpted by Erick Sosa with paint by Paul Komoda. The massive replica weighs in at 15 pounds and we have it listed at $974.99.

BLACKEST NIGHT POWER RING SPECTRUM SET In celebration of the Blackest Night storyline, DC Direct has released a box set of all nine colored rings. Each ring can light up with the twist of a switch using the included key (or a fingernail) and we have the set of 9 listed for $49.99, saving you $10 off of the MSRP.

BAYONETTA PLAY ARTS KAI - BAYONETTA, JEANNE Bayonetta and her antagonist Jeanne have been released as a part of Square Enix' Play Arts Kai line. These figured are packed with detail and articulation, and we have them listed at $38.99 each.

13" KINGDOM COME SUPERMAN DELUXE COLLECTOR FIGURE DC Direct's latest 13" figure is Superman as he appeared in "Kingdom Come". He comes in his signature costume, with a black and red S-symbol on his chest, and has touches of gray showing up in his hair. We have this figure listed at $84.99, saving you $15 off of the MSRP.

MARVEL UNIVERSE SERIES 05 - CASE, SET, SINGLES Another shipment of Marvel Universe Series 05 has arrived. We now have stock in the case of 12 (priced at $99.99), the set of 5 (priced at $69.99) and a number of singles. We also have more cases coming in soon, so the remaining back-ordered single figures like Mystique should be shipping out soon.

TRANSFORMERS 2010 COMBINER 5-PACK SERIES 02 CASE A small quantity of the second wave of Combiner Five-Packs has arrived, and we've got the case of 4 in stock, priced at $89.99. We expect more of them to arrive shortly, and sets and singles will be processed at that time.

TRANSFORMERS 2010 DELUXE SERIES 02 - SET, SINGLE We've also received a small shipment of the 2010 Deluxe Series 02. After processing pre-orders, we've got sets of 4 remaining at $51.99, as well as a few singles, priced at $13.99 - $14.99 each.

MOTU CLASSICS WHIPLASH This new Snakeman figure has arrived at our warehouse. This figure is for the benefit of our international and other customers, and the figure is priced at $34.99.

THE HOBBIT - GLASSES Four new glasses from Taverncraft have arrived, celebrating locations from "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings". We have Etched Pint Glass Sets of 2 and Etched Glass Steins with both Green Dragon and Prancing Pony logos, priced at $29.99 per stein or set of two pint glasses.

ALIENS PULSE RIFLE REPLICA This full-sized replica of the Hero Rifle from "Aliens" has features like an LED counter that lights up when the magazine is inserted as well as a retractable stock and moving pump handle. We have this fantastic replica listed at $899.99, and it makes a perfect gift for any "Aliens" fan.

DOCTOR WHO - FIFTH DOCTOR & THE MASTER SET This new two-pack includes the Fifth Doctor and his antagonist the Master from the episode "Planet of Fire". We have this two-pack listed at $39.99.

FUNKO SDCC 2010 EXCLUSIVES A large shipment of SDCC 2010 exclusives has arrived from Funko. We have talking South Park bobbleheads, DC figures, Robby the Robot, Huckleberry Hound and many more, often in metallic paintjobs with new colors and more. Check out all of the new figures at the link.

HEIHACHI MISHIMA 1/4 SCALE MIX FORMAT FIGURE This statue of the Tekken warrior is limited to 300 pieces worldwide, and is wearing a cloth version of his costume. We have the figure listed at $229.99, saving you $10 off the MSRP.

MEZ-ITZ BATMAN & JOKER TWO-PACK The first of the new DC Character line of Mez-Itz has arrived. We have the exclusive Batman Vs. Joker Two-Pack priced at $65.99, and they're ready to join your collection.

IRON MAN FIGURES - CASES, SINGLES A number of Iron Man case assortments have arrived. We have cases available for Comic Series 03 and Movie Series 04, as well as the Series 03 set of 6 and many singles. Check out the available figures at the link for more information.

TRANSFORMERS EXCLUSIVE BOX SETS We've got listings for four new Transformers box sets. We have High-Speed Spy Battle, Crash Landing Attack, Rotorwash Rumble and Hunters Rumble sets priced at $34.99 each, with pre-orders available as soon as our stock runs low.

LORD OF THE RINGS ARTWORK Vanderstelt Studios is producing a limited edition line of "Lord of the Rings" lithographs. This pieces measure 18" by 24", 20" by 30" or 24" by 30" and the regular versions are priced at $94.99, with the remarqued versions (each containing a unique pencil sketch) are priced at $149.99.

ACME ARCHIVES - NEW GICLEES A number of new pieces from Acme Archives have also arrived. We've got new pieces from licenses like Family Guy, Chronicles of Narnia, Venture Brothers, Alice in Wonderland and Alien Versus Predator - check out all of the new pieces under the menus at the link.

DC COVER ART PRINT - ALL-STAR BATMAN AND ROBIN This new art piece from DC includes both a facsimile of Jim Lee's original pencils from the cover of All-Star Batman & Robin #9 as well as a reproduction of the finished cover art. It also includes a Certificate of Authenticity singed by Jim Lee himself, and we have it listed at $99.99, saving you $25 off of the MSRP.

GOTHAM CITY STORIES PART 2 - CATWOMAN STATUE The second release in the Gotham City Stories line of wall-statues shows Catwoman in her current black costume, climbing out of a window with loot in both hands. This statue is listed at $84.99, saving you $15 off of the MSRP.

STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION - 1/6 SCALE PICARD, WORF, DATA Three new "Star Trek: The Next Generation" figures from Dragon have arrived. These 1/6 scale figures of Lieutenant Worf, Captain Picard and Lieutenant Commander Data come with great likenesses, and each figure is listed at $84.99, saving you $15 off the MSRP for each.

CRAZYDEVY TRANSFORMERS ACCESSORY RESTOCK We've received a large quantity of the CDMW-05 Hands & Giant Magna Laser Set. This upgrade is the regular-colored version and gives your Devastator articulated hands as well as a correctly-sized weapon to work with. We have this set listed at $39.99, so if you missed out on them before, now is your chance to grab this great upgrade set. We've also restocked the CDMW-08 Forearms set at $29.99 and the CDMW-01 Custom Head, priced at $29.99 as well.

GRENDIZER FIGURES Five new Grendizer items have arrived at our warehouse. We have both the regular and Manga versions of the 16" Marmit Grendizer, priced at $64.99 and $74.99 respectively. The 9" Grendizer figure is listed at $36.99, the Ejectable Grendizer with ship at $64.99 and the Mini Metal Grendizer is at $36.99.

BSG GOLD PILOT CYLON This 7" figure combines old-school and current Cylon looks into one great figure. We have it priced at $15.99, and they're ready to ship out.

GUNDAM - DISPLAY STANDS, MODELS, MORE We've had a large shipment of Gundam items arrive. We've got model kits large and small, 12 different stands and much more - check out all of the new items on the menus at the link for more information.

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NEW PREORDERS
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PREDATORS - MOVIE MASTERPIECE ROYCE, FALCONER Two new Movie Masterpiece figures from "Predators" are up for pre-order. Royce is listed at $169.99, with the Falconer Predator priced at $189.99.

HALO: REACH PLAY ARTS KAI FIGURES Three new Play Arts Kai figures have been announced for the "Halo: Reach" license. Noble Six, Emile and Jun are up for pre-order, with each figure priced at $44.99.

THUNDERCATS TYGRA STATUE Hard Hero's line of cold-cast Thundercats statues continues with Tygra. He comes sculpted with his whip in hand and is listed at $179.99, saving you $19 off the MSRP.

GI JOE SDCC 2010 SGT. SLAUGHTER � REGULAR, SET OF REGULAR & VARIANT We've managed to get a hold of a few of the SDCC 2010 Exclusive Sgt. Slaughter figures for our customers. We have the regular version in the USA shirt listed at $29.99, as well as the set of the regular and the variant (in black shirt and camo pants) listed at $79.99. If you missed out on these at SDCC, this is your second chance to fill the holes in your collection.

FRIDAY THE 13TH (2009) JASON FIGURE NECA is releasing a 7.5" figure of Jason from the recent "Friday the 13th" remake. This figure will come with an alternate head and a machete, and we have him listed at $14.99, $2 off the MSRP.

GHOSTBUSTERS 24" LIGHTED LOGO SIGN This giant replica of the Ghostbusters logo measures 24" by 24" and includes mounting hardware. This sign is listed at $349.99, saving you a whopping $50 off the MSRP - Ghostbusters fans won't want to miss out on this one.

UNCANNY X-FORCE MINIMATES BOX SET This new four-pack of Minimates includes Wolverine, Archangel, Psylocke and Deadpool in their new X-Force Costumes. We have the four-pack listed at $15.99, saving you $2 off the MSRP.

BTTF MINIMATES 25th ANNIVERSARY SET The new "Back To The Future" Minimates four-pack incldues Marty McFly, Doc Brown, Biff Tannen and Principal Strickland. This set is also listed at $15.99, saving you $2 off MSRP.

NEW JLU SINGLES A second wave of semi-exclusive JLU singles has been listed for pre-order. We have the case of 12 priced at $99.99, with the set of 7 at $64.99, and singles like Captain Atom (Silver), OMAC, Red Tornado and Batman Beyond priced at $9.99 each.

TRANSFORMERS ANIMATED ENCYCLOPEDIA, ELITE GUARD OPTIMUS PRIME EXCLUSIVE Million Publishing has announced a new Transformers Animated Encyclopedia to be released next month, and the book goes along with a special offer to obtain a special Elite Guard Optimus Prime Exclusive Voyager Class figure. We will have both the encyclopedia and figure in stock, the former in September, and the latter later this year. We have the book listed at $34.99 (which will likely have the coupon removed beforehand) and the Elite Guard Optimus Prime figure at $119.99.

BRIGHTEST DAY SERIES 02 - SET, SINGLES The second assortment of DC's Brightest Day figures has been listed for pre-order. We have Firestorm, Hawkman, Martian Manhunter and Mera as they appear in the new series, and they are listed at $17.99 each, or you can save a few bucks and pick up the set of 4 for $64.99.

DOCTOR WHO HELMET REPLICAS WETA has announced 6 new helmet/headgear replicas from the Doctor Who line, with each piece limited to 500 pieces. We have a Cyberman Leader Helmet and Lord President Borusa's headdress available at $58.99 each, with the Sontaran Officer Linx Helmet, an Industrial Welding Mask, and Ice Warrior Helmet and a Sycorax Helmet priced at $48.99 each.

BLACKEST NIGHT ORANGE LANTERN 1/4 SCALE POWER BATTERY & RING SET This new replica set is the first of a line that will continue monthly throughout 2011. The first release is Larfleeze's Orange Lantern, which lights up, comes with an Orange Ring that lights up as well, and both fit nicely on a clear orange acrylic base. This replica set is listed at $29.99, saving you $5 off the MSRP.

DC DYNAMICS SINESTRO STATUE The first villain statue in the DC Dynamics line is Sinestro. The yellow ring wielder measures 12" tall and comes barreling out of a pillar of yellow light, and the statue is priced at $154.99, saving you $40 off the MSRP - don't miss out on this great deal.

MASS EFFECT SERIES 02 - SET, SINGLES We also have the second wave of Mass Effect figures listed. Garrus, Legion, Miranda and Mordin are each listed at $17.99, with the set of 4 priced at $64.99.

COVER GIRLS - ARMORED WONDER WOMAN STATUE This statue shows Wonder Woman in her golden winged armor. It stands about 10" tall, and we have it listed at $84.99, saving you $15 off of the MSRP.

WOMEN OF THE DCU 3 - HARLEY QUINN BUST This new bust of the Joker's main squeeze shows he with a multi-colored lollipop. She is atop a defaced card base and is listed at $49.99, saving you $10 off of the MSRP.

AME-COMI HEROINE MINI FIGURE SERIES 02 SET OF 3 The newest assortment of mini Ame-Comi figures includes Cheetah, Donna Troy and Wonder Woman, and we have the set listed at $39.99.

DC 75TH ANNIVERSARY HEROCLIX - CLIXBRICK, BOOSTERS We've just listed the newest wave of Heroclix - DC's 75th Anniversary assortment. We have this set listed at $89.99 for a ClixBrick of 10 booster packs, with individual boosters priced at $9.99 each.

STAR WARS - SUPER SHOGUN STORMTROOPER FIGURE This new 24" vinyl figure combines the Star Wars design with the Shogun Warriors style from the 1970s. The first release will be the Stormtrooper, and we have him listed at $299.99.

TRANSFORMERS DISNEY LABEL - DONALD DUCK HALLOWEEN EXCLUSIVE We're saving fans a trip to a Japanese 7-11 with this listing. This version of the Donald Duck Transformers is redone in Halloween style with orange and black coloring, and he is listed at $94.99.

DOCTOR WHO - FOURTH DOCTOR & K-9 This new set from "Warriors Gate" includes the Fourth Doctor in his burgundy outfit, as well as his faithful robot K-9. This set is listed at $29.99, and is to arrive next month.

DIGIMON D-ARTS WARGREYMON This new figure from Bandai is loaded with details and looks great. We have it listed at $49.99, and it should arrive this November.

BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT - JOKER LIFE SIZE BUST This new piece from Hollywood Collectibles is a life-sized bust of the Joker measures 29" tall by 20" wide and is limited to 750 pieces worldwide. We have it listed at $699.99, and it is scheduled to arrive early next year.

EVANGELION REVOLTECH 2.0 BOX SET The new Evangelion Revoltech box set includes EVA-00, EVA-01, EVA-02 and EVA-03 as they appeared in "Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance." The set also includes dozens of extra parts, display stands and more, and is perfect for fans who did not previously pick up any of the original versions. We have the set listed at $119.99, so don't miss out on your chance to get them all at once.

NEW TONNER FIGURES - WIZARD OF OZ, GWTW, DC, SERENITY, MORE A wide variety of new Tonner dolls has been listed for pre-orders. We have three new interpretations of characters from "The Wizard of Oz", three new "Gone With The Wind Dolls, new versions of Supergirl & Wonder Woman, an 11" version of First Mate Piggy from "The Muppet Show", Jayne and Zoe from "Firefly" & "Serenity", new 12" versions of Harry & Ron from Harry Potter along with a 16" Professor McGonagall. Check out all of the new items at the menus under the link for more information.

NEW JAPANESE BANDAI EXCLUSIVES We have recently listed a number of new import exclusives from Bandai Japan. We have the Ieyasu Tokugawa version of the 1/100 Musha Gundam Mark II at $174.99, the S.H. Figuarts Machine Decader at $119.99, the Robot Damashii Corin's Custom Kapool at $79.99, the Code Geass Robot Damashii/Spirits Sutherland Seig at $574.99 and many more - see all of the new pre-orders at the link.

WITCHBLADE FAUX BRONZE STATUE This statue from CS Moore is limited to 250 pieces worldwide and measures 12.25" tall. The item will come with a signed Certificate of Authenticity and we have it listed at $249.99, saving you $50 off the MSRP.

HARRY POTTER - DEATHLY HALLOWS KUBRICKS, QUIDDITCH KUBRICK & GRYFFINDOR BEARBRICK SET Two new listings are up, courtesy of Medicom. We have a new two-pack of a Harry Potter Quidditch Kubrick (complete with broom) along with a Bearbrick with the Gryffindor symbol, priced at $17.99. We've also got a listing up for the new Deathly Hallows Kubrick case of 24, which is priced at $194.99.

BSG - LITTLE FRAKKIN TOASTERS CLASSIC CYLON CENTURION MAQUETTE This new BSG statue is done in the animated style, and we have it priced at $74.99 ($5 off MSRP). He is chrome plated and comes with his own five-sided display base.

GENTLE GIANT SDCC 2010 EXCLUSIVES Five new Gentle Giant SDCC 2010 exclusives are up for pre-order. We have the new 12" Stormtrooper figure at $159.99, the Darth Vader McQuarrie Concept Bust (with three interchangeable heads) at $119.99, Pale Man and Pan Faun Mini Busts from "Pan's Labyrinth" priced at $119.99 each, and Lucius Malfoy Azkaban 7" Bust at $119.99 as well.

SUPERMAN/SHAZAM - SHAZAM! MAQUETTE This statue comes from the upcoming Superman/Shazam crossover movie "The Return of Black Adam". The statue measures 9" tall, comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and is listed at $84.99, saving you $15 off the MSRP.

HEROES: BLACKEST NIGHT LARFLEEZE BUST Not to be outdone, Larfleeze is the next in the "Heroes: Blackest Night" bust collection. This bust shows him clutching his Orange Lantern tightly, and is priced at $59.99, saving you $10 off the MSRP for the piece.

SAINT SEIYA - SAGITTARIUS GALAXY WAR VERSION This new golden armor set is slated to release in March of next year, and is listed at $114.99.

STAR WARS CELEBRATION V EXCLUSIVES We have listed a wide variety of Celebration V exclusive items. We have the Plush Wampa at $77.99, the Princess Leia Perfume and Eau Lando Cologne at $39.99 each, the exclusive Hallmark Yoda ornament at $23.99, the Hoth Brewing Company and Iggys 88 mugs at $19.99 each, the Lando Calrissian Disguise Kit at $12.99 and the Yoda Ears Retro Cap at $38.99.