January 22, 2009 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several new items of interest to collectors:

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variety of new preorders and more new arrivals. Our Winter Clearance Sale
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NEW PREORDERS:
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1:60 SCALE PERFECT GRADE GUNDAM ASTRAY RED FRAME This new Gundam from Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray is an experimental suit piloted by Lowe Guele. As the newest Perfect Grade suit, this kit should assemble into an intricate, large-scale, highly detailed figure, usually with electronics and/or lights. We've got the Red Astry Perfect Grade priced at $199.99.

PRIME TRAILERS - NEW PICS Just a quick note to let you know that we have new pictures of the upcoming Mobile Command Base with Rollout Drone sets. We've got color pics of both trailers, as well as new pics showing the inside of the trailers, including the added weapons. You can take a look at the new pics here

GREEN LANTERN BLACKEST NIGHT WAVE 1 This first assortment from the upcoming Blackest Night storyline in the Green Lantern titles brings us our first figures of some new characters. Alpha Lantern Boodikka (with removable faceplate) is joined by three new Lantern colors - the Red Lantern Atrocitus (rage), the Blue Lantern Saint Walker (hope), and the deceased Earth-2 Superman, the first of the Black Lanterns to be revealed. We've got this set priced at $59.99, a savings of $16 off MSRP.

RESISTANCE SERIES 1 SET, SINGLES From the hit PS3 Resistance franchise comes this first wave of figures, courtesy of DC Direct. Included in this assortment are a Chimera Advanced Hybrid, a Ravager, a Steelhead and Nathan Hale with a Swarmer. We've got this set listed for $59.99 ($18 off MSRP), or you can pick your favorites from among the singles, at $15.99 each.

PREDATOR 2 1:1 SCALE CUTTING DISK This signature weapon of the star of Predator 2 is created from the original molds, and includes lights that are activated by pulling on the disk, just ike in the movie. The blade also comes with its own display stand - a Predator arm sticking into the air, with outstretched fingers to hold the disk in place. The disk measures 10" in diameter closed, with the stand measuring 17" tall. This limited edition piece is priced at $389.99, and you can check it out here

TERMINATOR 2 MINIMATES SET This assortment includes the Terminator & John Connor, the Final Battle T-1000 & Battle Damaged Sarah Connor, an Endoskeleton & T-800 Model, plus the variant Endoskeleton & Kyle Reese. We have sets of 8 that include the chase variant listed at $24.99 here

1:6 SCALE WONDER WOMAN DELUXE COLLECTOR FIGURE The latest in DC's Deluxe COllector 13" figures is Wonder Woman. She comes in a cloth costume with her lasso and a display stand, and has molded hair. We'vce got her listed at $79.99, a savings of $20 off her MSRP. Check her out here

1:50 HOT WHEELS STAR TREK VEHICLES CASE Mattel has announced the first wave of 1/50 scale Star Trek ships as part of their Hot Wheels line. The first assortment includes the Enterprise NCC-1701 from the first movie, the Reliant NCC-1864 from the second movie, the Klingon Bird of Prey from the third movie, and the Enterprise NCC-1701 D from the Next Generation. This case of four is listed at $49.99, and you can get your pre-order placed here

1:35 SCALE BATMOBILE TUMBLER DARK KNIGHT VERSION MODEL KIT This new imported EX model kit from Bandai looks like it will come with all the attention to detail that fans are looking for, done in the style from the recent movie. We've got this kit priced at 64.99, at it is scheduled to arrive this February.

NEW DOCTOR WHO GELTH SPIRITS BUILD-A-FIGURE WAVE The latest wave of Doctor Who figures is another build-and-connect wave, with a trio of Gelth Phantoms as the prize. This wave includes figures from the first three seasons of the new show, like the Ancient Doc & Old Doc two-pack, the Master Regenerated, a purple Clockwork Man, Astrid Peth, a new Captain Jack in trenchcoat, Banakafallata and Jabe and each figure includes part of the Gelth Phantom. We've got the set of 7 listed for $99.99, the case of 12 (with duplicates of all but the Master and the purple Clockwork Man) for $139.99. We also have singles listed separately for each figure in the set except the Master and the purple Clockwork Man, priced at $12.99 - $13.99 each.

FRIDAY THE 13TH (2009) 12" JASON Mezco is releasing a large-scale 12" figure of Jason from the upcoming remake of "Friday the 13th." This figure will come in a cloth coat with his signature machete and other wepaons. He's set to release this July, and he's priced at $32.99 - take a look!

HEROES OF THE DC UNIVERSE SUPERMAN BUST The latest bust in the Heroes of the DCU line is possibly the most important of all - Superman. This bust is sculpted at the moment of Superman busting through chains wrapped around him, and is a classic design for Superman. Superman is listed at $59.99, $10 off the MSRP. Check him out here

OBI-WAN KENOBI BRONZE BUST This solid bronze bust of Obi-Wan Kenobi is sculpted in the likeness of Sir Alec Guinness, and is limited to 77 pieces worldwide, in honor of the year that Star Wars was released, 1977. This ultra-limited piece from Gentle Giant is priced at $1449.99; you can take a look at this excellent piece here

ARKHAM ASYLUM BOXED SET This set brings together the Dark Knight with some of his most dangerous adversaries. Besides Batman, the set includes the Penguin, the Joker and Killer Croc, along with a book with four different stories collected to give background into these wayward sould. This box set is listed at $44.99, and you can take a look at it here

ARKHAM ASYLUM POKER SET This Poker set includes everything you need for a night of fun. It includes two standard decks with the images of some of the heroes and villains of Batman's world, along with 300 poker chips in black, blue, gold and gray, and all in a locking metal carrying case. We've got this one listed at $159.99, a savings of $39 off of the MSRP.

UNI-FORMZ SUPERMAN - SINGLE, SET The second figure in the Uni-Formz line is soon to be released, to join Batman on the shelf. This time it's Superman, and as great as the regular, red-and-blue version of him is, the variants are even better - the Cyborg Superman and Superman in the Recovery Suit he wore after his 'death'. We've got the classic version listed at $44.99, or you can pick up the set of three with the two limited variants for $164.99 - check out the pics here

1:2 HARLEY QUINN BUST This new 1:2 scale bust of the Joker's girlfirend Harley Quinn measures 12" tall to the top of her head, and her hat can be reposed in a variety of ways. Harley Quinn is priced at $234.99 ($60 off MSRP!), and we expect her to ship this September.

TWILIGHT TONNER DOLLS The two leads from the recent "Twilight" movie are being immortalized by Tonner as Tonner dolls. Edward Cullen will be 17" tall and his love Bella Swan will measure 15", and each will come with a full cloth costume and accessories. We've got each of these figures priced at $125.99 - for more info and pics, take a look at them here

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STAR WARS TITANIUM WAVE 5 CASE The newest assortment of Hasbro's Star Wars Titanium ships includes two Republic Interceptor Tanks, two V-19s, two Lambda Class Shuttles, a Shadow Scout Trooper on Speeder Bike, a V-Wing, two Battlestar Galactica Viper Mark IIs, a Cloud Car and an AT-te. This case of twelve is listed at $79.99; you can instead opt for the set of six, one each of Republic Interceptor Tank, V-19, Lambda Class Shuttle, Shadow Scout Trooper on Speeder Bike, V-Wing and BSG Viper Mark II, priced at $44.99. You can check them all out here

12" MAZINGER Z FULL ACTION FIGURE This 12" tall vinyl figure of one of the most famous giant robots come with accessories like interchangeable hands, an Iron Cutter, and a reinforced Rocket Punch. He's priced at $79.99, $10 below MSRP, and you can check out the pictures of this figure here

CLASSIC SUPERSTARS WAVE 22 CASE This most recent wave from Jakks Pacific includes figures like Bob Holly, the Earthquake, Steve Austin, Vince McMahon, Matt Hardy, Terry Funk, an LJN-style figure of Eddie Guerrero, and even a figure of Andy Kaufman, so you can re-stage the classic match between him and Jerry Lawler. This case of 12 is priced at $149.99, and you can check out the full assortment
and picture here

STREET FIGHTER IV - SET, SINGLES NECA has released their first wave of figures based on the upcoming Street Fighter IV video game. This assortment includes longtime favorites Ken and Ryu, along with new character Crimson Viper, a lady with an attitude. We've got the set of three listed at $44.99, and each figure is also listed separately for $14.99 - $16.99 each.

HALO 2009 HEROIC COLLECTION - CASE, SET, SINGLES These 2.5" figures are a perfect way to display and enjoy your Halo collection without taking up every room in the house. These figures come in sets of four, each around a theme. The first assortment consists of a Blue Team set, a Red Team set, and two different Lone Wolves sets. You can pick them up as a set of four sets for $43.99, a case of eight (two each) for $79.99, or singly, at $11.99 each. You can ake a look at the assortments and pics here

OBAMA FIGURE RESTOCK Just in time for the inauguration, we've restocked on the Barack Obama figure. This 6" figure is a great way to remember this momentous occasion, and he's priced at just $12.99 - so stimulate the economy and pick up your own President Obama figure.

TRANSFORMERS UNIVERSE LEGENDS WAVE 4 RESTOCK This wave of mini-transformers was so popular, we had to go back and order more. This wave includes Legends figures of Bumblebee, Beachcomber and Brawn from the G1 universe, and also Starscreamm from the new Animated series. This set of four is priced at $19.99, and you can pick one up here

REVOLTECH EVA 00 KAI BLUE RESTOCK We've received an additional shipment of Revoltech #11, the blue EVA-00 Prototype. This figure is loaded with articulation thanks to the revoltech revolver joints, and come with alternate hands and equipment. He's priced at $19.99, ad you can check him out here

LITTLEST PET SHOP COLLECTIBLE PETS WAVE B1 CASE We've received cases of the new Collectible Pets line of Littlest Pet Shop figures. Wave B1 includes a Bat, a Penguin, a Panda, a Snail & Whale set, a Duck & Boxer set and a Dwarf Bunny and Bunny set. This case is listed at $31.99, and you can check out the image here

LITTLEST PET SHOP COLLECTIBLE PETS B2 CASE We also received the B2 case assortment from this line. Wave B2 consists of an Angelfish, a Cat, a Bear, a Chimp & Monkey set, a Chihuahuas set and a Mop Dog. Like the B1 case, this case is priced at $31.99 - take a look at this assortment here

MCFARLANE GUITAR HEROES GUITARS - SOLOS, DUETS We've received a shipment of McFarlane's Guitar Hero Guitars. Divided into Solos (single guitars) and Duets (pairs), you can mix and match the head, neck and body from each guitar, to combine it with parts from another. We've got the Duets listed for $6.99 per pair ($29.99 for the set of five two-apcks), and the Solos are listed at $3.99 each, or $17.99 for the set of six.

TF ANIMATED DELUXE SINGLES With the new shipments we've had, we find that we've got stock in a few singles. Blurr, Soundwave, Swindle and Elite Guard Bumblebee are all available and ready to go, priced at $10.99 - $13.99 each. If you've missed out on any of these bots, now is your chance to pick them up.

TORCHWOOD SERIES 1 SET, SINGLES The first wave of Torchwood figures includes Gwen Cooper, Captain Jack Harkness, a Weevil and the Cyberwoman. We've got this great sci-fi set priced at $63.99, or you can pick up Jack or the Weevil separately for $15.99 each. Check out the pics of these new figures here