Various Collectable's Pics Thread.

[The Ripper]

Hey Gang,

Come here to post pics regarding collectables from other companies. Yes even Mezco for some of you eager beavers out there. Either it be your recent hauls, pics of products you think we haven't seen yet or good old fashioned news. I will try to post and update as much as i can an you are welcome to do so as well. Have fun with this. Maybe Marv will make it a Sticky. :cool:

Update Coming Soon.

[The Ripper]

Inside look at one of the figures from the Star Wars Episode III Movie..

7" Darth Vader Force Battlers.
Larger scale and heroic styling to appeal to a younger boy. Leg squeeze activates a variety of features such as lightsaber slashing and bashing. Includes an abundance of spare parts and accessories.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v116/Monkeyhouse/d2_1_b.jpg

[The Ripper]

Neca - Recent Sin City Updates

Here are a couple of pics of the upcoming Sin City movie figures.

Marv - http://www.necaonline.com/sincitynews3.html

That Yellow Bastard - http://www.necaonline.com/sincitynews4.html

Also if you follow these links you will find, downloadble desktops.

http://www.necaonline.com/yellowb640.jpg

[The Ripper]

Don't Panic!!!

Hitchikers Guide to the Galaxy is here!!

Neca has updated its home page with new pics of HGTTG

Marvin, Marvin, Marvin!! - http://www.necaonline.com/hitchnews2.html

As well as Arthur Dent - http://www.necaonline.com/hitchnews3.html

[The Ripper]

As Well here are pics for the items to the new Batman feature film.

http://www.action-figure.com/images/05/01/bbegins/figures.jpg

Batman Begins Standard Assortment A (http://store.yahoo.com/cgi-bin/clink?wizarduniverse+MELV77+jan053611.html+)
Batman Begins action figures let everyone play out the excitement of the blockbuster movie! Each standing approximately 5" tall, these figures are highly detailed with cool sculpts, combinable weapons and interchangeable projectiles. Figures include: Batman, Ra's Al Ghul, Scarecrow, and many more. Blister card packaging.

Item is due to ship in April 2005

http://www.action-figure.com/images/05/01/bbegins/assortment1.jpg

Batman Begins Series 1 Assortment A (http://store.yahoo.com/cgi-bin/clink?wizarduniverse+MELV77+jan053609z-dp.html+)
Batman Begins action figures let everyone play out the excitement of the blockbuster movie! Each standing approximately 5" tall, these figures are highly detailed with cool sculpts, combinable weapons and interchangeable projectiles.

(NOTE: Assortment contains 12 figures - 4 each of Batman, Bruce Wayne, and Scarecrow.)

Item is due to ship by Late May, 2005

http://www.action-figure.com/images/05/01/bbegins/assortment2.jpg

Batman Begins Series 1 Assortment B (http://store.yahoo.com/cgi-bin/clink?wizarduniverse+MELV77+jan053610z-dp.html+)
Batman Begins action figures let everyone play out the excitement of the blockbuster movie! Each standing approximately 5" tall, these figures are highly detailed with cool sculpts, combinable weapons and interchangeable projectiles.

(NOTE: Assortment contains 12 figures - 4 each of Batman & Ra's Al Ghul and 2 each of re-decos of Bruce Wayne, and Scarecrow.)

Item is due to ship by Late June, 2005

http://www.action-figure.com/images/05/01/bbegins/batmobile.jpg

Batman Begins Deluxe Batmobile (http://store.yahoo.com/cgi-bin/clink?wizarduniverse+MELV77+jan053614.html+)
This Batmobile is unlike any Batman vehicle ever seen before! Batman thunders through Gotham City in a high-tech ride that strikes fear into the criminals of the city with its combination of speed and power! Prominently featured in the movie, Batman Begins, it includes electronics that bring key scenes to life. The rocket engine in the rear and lasers in the front both light up, and include cool sounds. The Deluxe Batmobile also transforms into attack mode with twin projectiles that leap out and forward at the touch of a button! Window box packaging.

Item is due to ship in May 2005

http://www.action-figure.com/images/05/01/bbegins/deluxe.jpg

Batman Begins Deluxe Action Figures (http://store.yahoo.com/cgi-bin/clink?wizarduniverse+MELV77+jan053616.html+)
Enhanced, extreme-action deluxe figures with light-up electronic features and accessories! Everyone knows Batman has the coolest gadgets, and these figures add exciting and unique accessories to the Batman Begins world. This series may include up to six different variations of Batman's costume and accessories. Includes on-shelf try me deluxe blister card packaging.

Item is due to ship in May 2005

Neon Varitations!!! Yipeee!!

Out of these assortments i will probably buy the scarecrow figures.

[The Ripper]

more coming soon...

[The Ripper]

http://www.action-figure.com/images/05/01/bbegins/battling.jpg

Batman Begins Battling Action Figures (http://store.yahoo.com/cgi-bin/clink?wizarduniverse+MELV77+jan053615z.html+)
These awesome Battling Total Control figures have cool action moves and related ninja action sounds, such as a nunchuk whip or a Batarang throw, that can be triggered with the touch of a button. Choose from Batman or Ra's Al Ghul. Includes on-shelf try me window box packaging.

(NOTE: Assortment contains 4 battling figures with no guarantee on the mix or content.)

Item is due to ship by Early June, 2005.

I will probably pick up both of these^^

http://www.action-figure.com/images/05/01/bbegins/vehicle2.jpg

Batman Begins Vehicle Assortment (http://store.yahoo.com/cgi-bin/clink?wizarduniverse+MELV77+jan053618z.html+)
Batman patrols Gotham City in an assortment of advanced, sleek vehicles inspired by the movie. The assortment includes the cool Batcopter with hand-activated spinning blades; the Batcycle; Armored Speedbike with a rev-n-go motor; and the Disc-Shooting Jet. Each vehicle comes with a dedicated Batman figure and projectiles. Blister pack packaging.

(NOTE: Assortment contains 6 vehicles with no guarantee on the mix or content.)

Item is due to ship by Early June, 2005.

http://www.action-figure.com/images/05/01/bbegins/ultimate.jpg

Batman Begins Ultimate Batman Cape Action Figure (http://store.yahoo.com/cgi-bin/clink?wizarduniverse+MELV77+jan053613z.html+)
Batman is in great form with this 14" tall, highly articulated, super-detailed action figure! With over thirty points of articulation, you can put Batman in many action poses, plus, the figure includes a pop-out cape that dramatically extends into gliding position! Window box packaging.

Item is due to ship by Early June, 2005

I already have this figure preordered. Check my link.^^

http://www.action-figure.com/images/05/01/bbegins/plush.jpg

Batman Begins Plush Batman (http://store.yahoo.com/cgi-bin/clink?wizarduniverse+MELV77+jan053612z.html+)
This Batman plush measures approximately 12" tall and features a molded head and gauntlets. He's soft and cuddly... but still tough on crime!

Item is due to ship by Early June, 2005

Also there will be a die cast figures and cars not pictured.

[The Ripper]

McFarlane News and lots of it.

Soilders

http://www.spawn.com/toyfest/images/2005.02.potm.thumb.jpg

AvP Series 2 Line Up

Monsters 4

http://www.spawn.com/toys/horror/monsters4/hood/images/monsters4_hood_photo_01_lg.jpg

Wallace and Gromit Merchaindise.

Corpses Bride

Corpse Bride carries on in the dark, romantic tradition of Tim Burton's classic films Edward Scissorhands and The Nightmare Before Christmas. Set in a 19th century European village, this stop-motion animated feature follows the story of Victor (Johnny Depp), a young man who is whisked away to the underworld and wed to a mysterious Corpse Bride (Helena Bonham-Carter), while his real bride, Victoria (Emily Watson), waits bereft in the land of the living. Though life in the Land of the Dead proves to be a lot more colorful than his strict Victorian upbringing, Victor learns that there is nothing in this world, or the next, that can keep him away from his one true love. It's a tale of optimism, romance and a very lively afterlife, told in classic Tim Burton style.

A Trailer is now online at http://www.apple.com/trailers/wb/corpse_bride/ (http://www.apple.com/trailers/wb/corpse_bride/)

As part of their ToyFest, McFarlane has revealed they will be releasing the following lines for the license.


<LI>Corpse Bride 3-Inch Figures
<LI>Corpse Bride Action Figures
<LI>Corpse Bride Bean Dolls
<LI>Corpse Bride Big Head Plush
<LI>Corpse Bride Bobbleheads
<LI>Corpse Bride Fashion Dolls
<LI>Corpse Bride Jumbo Plush

These are due out in Septemeber 2005, just before the movie hits cinemas.

[The Ripper]

As well As the Simpsons

[The Ripper]

TWIZTID...
Protégés of the Insane Clown Posse, the Detroit-area Caucasian rap duo Twiztid based their act on a similarly theatrical, outrageous, makeup-heavy image and an obsession with serial-killer horror films. Jamie Madrox and the Monoxide Child finally now availble in a 7" high vinyl figure versions.

Comes packaged in a great looking window box and ready to rock off your shelves in the Spring of 2005.

http://www.sotatoys.com/images/products/twiztid-thumb.jpg

[The Ripper]

NOW PLAYING SERIES 2 FULLY REVEALED!

1/3/05 – To begin 2005 off right, SOTA Toys’ reveals full images of all three figures of Now Playing Series 2 for the first time!!

This series includes The Creeper from Jeepers Creepers 2, Killer Klown from Killer Klowns From Outer Space and Imhotep the Mummy from The Mummy Returns ! The images of the Creeper feature the first look at the base for the figure

The figures will be approximately 7 inches tall, and come with a character specific base. The manufacturers suggested retail price for each figure is $13.99.

Now Playing Series 1 is due to be release in February 2005; Series 2 is due for release in July.

The lineup for Series 3 of Now Playing will debut at the American International Toy Fair in NYC, Feb. 20-23, 2005

http://www.sotatoys.com/images/products/thumbs/NP2BaseCreeperA-thumb.jpg

http://www.sotatoys.com/images/products/thumbs/NP2BaseImhotep-thumb.jpg

http://www.sotatoys.com/images/products/thumbs/NP2BaseKlown-thumb.jpg

[The Ripper]

I think thats enough for updates, until I'm granted permission to post Lobster Johnson.

[Will]

D'Oh. I was hoping that Benicio would get an action figure for Sin City but it doesn't look like he'll be in Series 1.

*hopes for Series 2*

[The Ripper]

Lol

[Nut Bunnies]

That reminds me: I want Usual Suspects figures.

[The Ripper]

Good ideas guys.

[The Ripper]

more updates coming tonight

[The Ripper]

In a recently read artice regarding Toy Biz's Spider-man Classics I found a list of some of the products coming out later this year.

Spider-Man Figure Asst 13
Flip N Stick Spider-Man - 3 pcs
Web Spin Spider-Man - 4 pcs
Water Web Ball Blasting Spider-Man - 4 pcs
Magic Change Mysterio - 1 pc
May 2005


Spider-Man Figure Asst 14
Spin 'N Trap Spider-Man - 2 pcs
Web Trap Spider-Man - 3 pcs
Web Cannon Spider-Man - 3 pcs
Buzzing Beetle - 2 pcs
Tail Strike Scorpion - 2 pcs
September 2005


Spider-Man Figure Asst 15
Rocket Blast Spider-Man - 3 pcs
Hurricane Kick Spider-Man - 2 pcs
Super Flip Spider-Man - 3 pcs
Web Splasher Doc Ock - 2 pcs
Ultimate Rhino - 2 pcs
November 2005


Spider-Man Classic Twin Pack Asst.
Spider-Man vs Punisher - 6 pcs
Spider-Man vs Venom - 6 pcs


Spider-Man Deluxe Roto Figure - 2 Assorted
Spider-Man - 2 pcs
Venom - 1 pc

I am pretty excited about the roto venom, he has always been my fave villian.

[The Ripper]

Also Sideshow has answered the "howl" Of the Wolfman fans with one of these..

http://www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?category=012105wolfman

[The Ripper]

More News from Toybiz as well, here is the list of what we can expect for gifts sets

Battle of Shelob's Lair Gift Pack

The Burden of the Ring Bearers Gift Pack


Gollum
Prologue Smeagol
Haldir
Bilbo Transfixed
Frodo w/Sting
Twilight Frodo

***Also includes vac plated ring & neck chain***

The Return of the White Wizard (Gandalf) Gift Pack


Gimli
Aragorn
Legolas
Gandalf the White


The Battle of the Mines of Moria Gift Pack


Frodo
Legolas
Cave Troll
Boromir


The Battle of the Second Age Gift Pack - The Defeat of Sauron - Unity of Man and Elf


Gil-Gilad
Elendil
10" Sauron Deluxe


Elves of Middle Earth Gift Pack


Elrond in Robes
Gil-Gilad
Elf Warrior
Haldir
Queen Arwen
Legolas


Carry Case Collectors Edition Gift Pack


Super Articulated Strider
Peter Jackson Hobbit
Legolas
Gandalf the White
Gimli
Frodo
Sam
Gollum

***Also includes carry case***

Kings of Middle Earth Gift Pack


King Theoden in Armor
King of the Dead - Glow in the Dark
Witch King in Armor
Elendil
Gil-Gilad
Aragorn w/Nanrsil

I don't know about you guys but i could go for another 10" Sauron.

[The Ripper]

figures.com has put up a new review for the deluxe boxed set in the McFarlane's Dragons line up. If you wish to read the review, click the link below. There are also pics!!

http://www.figures.com/databases/action.cgi?setup_file=fignews2.setup&category=actionfigures&topic=31&show_article=323

[The Ripper]

Here is a look at Neca's new MOTU staction figures. Statue-Action figures.



"The two characters chosen for the first wave are the evil warlord - Hordak and the crab-like creature - Clawful. Each of these characters were chosen not only for their popularity, but also for the ease of being able to get them together and into the hands of MotU fans everywhere with the least amount of delay. And as for Clawful, he's been sitting on our shelf, completely finished and awaiting the 6" treatment for about three years now. His time has finally come.

As for the fans that are worried that they may not get to see their favorite MotU character in this new format, don't be. We plan to keep this line going as long as we possibly can in order to try to get to each and every previously neglected MotU character there is. Assortments will be designed in order to integrate both the powerhouses and the minions of the MotU mythos with a few surprises thrown in here and there.

The second wave will consist of the elephantine hero Snout Spout, the odor emitting stench-master Stinkor, and a character never before revealed in the current MotU line's 6" format ­ Hordak's hunter, Grizzlor! And if you're going to ask, yes, Grizzlor will have real fur, well, it's fake real fur. Images of the second wave should be popping up in another few weeks or so."

Each character will feature a faction themed display base. Statues will also be in scale to the Mattel action figures and will include removeable weapons. The Four Horsemen continue to explain that "Even though, because of both cost and licensing restrictions, we aren't able to do a mini-comic or collector's card for the 6" scaled MotU cold-cast static figures, illustrations for the packaging will be done by two of MotU history's biggest and most knowledgeable fanboys, Emiliano Santalucia and Val Staples!"

article's source - figures.com

here are the pics

http://69.93.119.2/photo/1/showgallery.php?cat=1947

[Prince Henry Stout]

I am really happy to see that the Horsemen are still putting out some of the coolest MOTU stuff ever. Why exactly was the action figure line cancelled? I thought it was one of the coolest lines in recent memory, until all the redeco crap that is. Aside, from a few of the "unnecessary features/repaint" figs-the line was doing an awesome job of recapturing classic characters with some of the newest technology in sculpt and design. I really liked seeing MOTU back on the pegs, and now they are gone. :sob:

[The Ripper]

Not for long

[Prince Henry Stout]

So they are bringing back the action figure line? Do not tease me...:)

[The Ripper]

they might be if this statue action figure line does go well. However I doubt that.

[The Ripper]

Hey Gang,

Here is some SOTA Toys News

SOTA Toys, one of the most dynamic, fastest-growing, and critically-acclaimed action figure and collectibles companies in America, specializing in the design, creation, and distribution of figures based on famous entertainment industry properties from film, TV, video games, books, and the music industry, as well as celebrities, sports figures and other notable personalities, has announced its expansive new action figure and toy lineup for TOYFAIR 2005. Jerry Macaluso, president/founder, SOTA Toys, made the announcement.

SOTA’s new 2005 toyline will include:

STREET FIGHTER ACTION FIGURES, SERIES # 2 & # 3
With SOTA Toys’ “Street Fighter Action Figures Series # 1” voted “The # 1 New Action Figure Line of 2004” by Toyfair Magazine,” SOTA Toys is proud to announce its upcoming “Street Fighter “Series 2 & 3” action figures. The second set of Street Fighter figures consists of the characters Ken, Cammy, Vega, T-Hawk, and Blanka. The Series # 3 figures are based on the characters Guile, Sakura, Adon, Balrog,Gen, and Dimitri Maximof. Series # 2 is set for release to the public during early 2005.


STREET FIGHTER “ROTO-CAST” ACTION FIGURES:
During 2005, SOTA Toys will be also be presenting the company’s first Roto-Cast “Street Fighter” action figures. The first two figures to be released will be based on the characters Ryu and Sagat. They will be in 10” scale, with Sagat being a little taller than Ryu, as well as being all-new sculptures of the characters. The figures will also feature a first for the Street Fighter line, which is cloth outfits. The figures will feature ball joints in the shoulders, neck and hips, with swivel joints in the waist, elbow and calves. The new Street Fighter Roto-Cast figures will be available at retailers and online during Spring 2005.


CHARMED ACTION FIGURES, SERIES # 2, AND “SPIRIT BOARD”:
During 2004, SOTA Toys released its Series # 1 of the cast members of the hit WB TV network’s series “Charmed.” During 2005, the company will be releasing “Charmed Action Figures, Series 2,” which has the three sexy females stars of that show (Shannon Dougherty, Rose McGowan, and Holly Marie Combs,) dressed in “warrior princess” type garb from an episode of that series which was entitled “Vahalley Of The Dolls.” Also, SOTA will introduce the figure of Leo (based on actor Brian Krause, the husband of the character “Piper,”) in a “roman gladiator” type outfit.

SOTA has will also be releasing a little bit of magic from the Charmed TV show - the “Charmed Spirit Board.” This board is an exact replica of the prop used within the “Charmed” TV series itself. The design was taken directly from the authentic prop, measures more than 24 inches wide, more than 12 inches wide, and is nearly three inches thick. “The Spirit Board” has a full alphabet and numeric symbols inscribed on the top, with an inscribed message from the girls’ mother, and also comes with a matching planchete, designed in a similar motif to the board. Suggested retail price for the Charmed Spirit Board will be $249.99

The new board will “materialize” in 2005 at EntertainmentEarth.com, CinQuest.com, and other fine retailers.


TWIZTID:
SOTA Toys will be releasing an action figure of the band Twiztid. Protégés of the Insane Clown Posse, the Detroit-area Caucasian rap duo Twiztid based their act on a similarly theatrical, outrageous, makeup-heavy image and an obsession with serial-killer horror films. Jamie Madrox and the Monoxide Child will soon be available in a 7" high vinyl figure version. Comes packaged in a window box, in the Spring of 2005. For more information, please see http://www.twiztid.com/ (http://www.twiztid.com/)


DARKSTALKERS:
SOTA Toys will be releasing a new line of action figures, “Darkstalkers,” based on the very popular videograme franchise from 2000 of that name. Set in the “Dark World,” the action in “Darkstalkers” takes place when a mysterious entity appears in the night sky to assemble the wicked and the evil. The secret power of the dark is unleashed. Eighteen supernatural creatures of myth and legend now materialize to wage their eternal war against mortals for domination of the night. The fate of all humanity rests on who wins this epic struggle. A new “Darkstalkers” videogame will be released during Summer 2005.


Now Playing, Series # 1 and # 2:
SOTA Toys has developed an action figure line, based on contemporary, classic horror films, under the brand name “Now Playing.” The Action Figures from the Now Playing line originally came to life from the movie screen as either heroes, villains, creatures, monsters or madmen.

The Now Playing Series # 1 consists of action figures based on characters from the movies “Darkman,” (directed by Sam Raimi,) “An American Werewolf in London,” (directed by John Landis,) and “The Toxic Avenger,” (directed by Lloyd Kaufman.) “Darkman” and “American Werewolf” figures both licensed from Universal Studios; “Toxic Avenger” licensed from Troma Entertainment. The Series # 1 figures are available soon through retailers, and stand approximately 7 inches tall, with each coming with a character specific base. The manufacturers suggested retail price for each figure is $ 12.99.

"Sota Toys' 'Toxie' action figure is better than the movie, and sexier, too! I'm sure that fans and collectors around the world will hoist their mops in gratitude for Sota's hideously deformed action figure of superhuman size and strength. For the first time in my life, I don't feel guilty about playing with something 6-inches long!" said Lloyd Kaufman, President, Troma Entertainment, Inc., and creator, "The Toxic Avenger"

The Now Playing Series # 2 line will include characters “The Creeper” from the film “Jeepers Creepers 2,” “Klown” from “Killer Klowns from Outer Space” (both licensed from MGM,) and “Imhotep” from “The Mummy Returns” (licensed from Universal Studios.)

Additionally, under the “Now Playing” brand, Sota Toys will introduce an 18” action figure called “Lord of Darkness” from Ridley Scott’s film “Legend,” a “Darkman” mini-bust, and an “American Werewolf in London” mini-bust.

Said Mr. Macaluso, “These Now Playing characters were bigger, badder and cooler than we ever thought possible. SOTA Toys will be turning some classic and cult movie characters into dynamic action figures. Now Playing has really been a labor of love for me. These are characters from movies that I grew up with and always loved watching over the years. So when the opportunity came for SOTA TOYS to make these classic characters into action figures, we dove head first. This new product line has been a year in development, and I’m really proud of the various characters we’ll be producing.”


NIGHTMARES OF LOVECRAFT ACTION FIGURES:
SOTA Toys will also be producing and distributing a line of action figures based on the characters Cthulu, Shoguth, and Pickman’s Model, which first appeared within the pages of books from famed classic horror writer H. P. Lovecraft.

AN 18" LORD OF DARKNESS!!!! OMG!!! They will be introducing it next month. I know where my money is going to in may.

[Sly Snape]

The complete line for McFarlane's Twisted Fairy Tales (aka Mosnters 4):

HUMPTY DUMPTY
http://www.spawn.com/toys/horror/monsters4/humpty/images/monsters4_humpty_photo_01_dp.jpg

HANSEL
http://www.spawn.com/toys/horror/monsters4/hansel/images/monsters4_hansel_photo_01_dp.jpg

GRETEL
http://www.spawn.com/toys/horror/monsters4/gretel/images/monsters4_gretel_photo_01_dp.jpg

PETER PUMPKIN EATER
http://www.spawn.com/toys/horror/monsters4/peter/images/monsters4_peter_photo_02_dl.jpg

LITTLE MISS MUFFET
http://www.spawn.com/toys/horror/monsters4/muffet/images/monsters4_muffet_photo_01_dp.jpg

RED RIDING HOOD
http://www.spawn.com/toys/horror/monsters4/hood/images/monsters4_hood_photo_01_dp.jpg

Personally, I am very disappointed in this line overall. I think they dropped the ball on what could have been a very original, creative line of figures by resorting to their "standard" monster/creature for the male figures (Humpty/Hansel/Peter), and their "standard" dominatrix/s-l-u-t for the female figures (Gretel/Miss Muffet). The only one I think is creative and "fits" the fairy tale character is Red Riding Hood.

JMO. :)

[The Ripper]

Glad to hear your opinion and glad to see other members helping me with the thread. Thanks alot Sly. I agree with you as well I'm disapointed in this line they could have been more creative, maybe even throw in a boxed set to raise the hype or the excitment about this new line. But I think we can expect better from the Corpse Bride lines, as those will dominat McFarlane's production this year. We should just wait and see.

[OneDown]

Personally, I am very disappointed in this line overall. I think they dropped the ball on what could have been a very original, creative line of figures by resorting to their "standard" monster/creature for the male figures (Humpty/Hansel/Peter), and their "standard" dominatrix/s-l-u-t for the female figures (Gretel/Miss Muffet). The only one I think is creative and "fits" the fairy tale character is Red Riding Hood.

JMO. :)


DITTO. Talk about a one trick pony, McF seems to have the same concept for every line-up. Don't forget Sly we get another 'guy in a cage' this time...woo hoo!

What a waste of talented sculpters, and I won't even get started on articulation. I'm just glad they didn't get the Hellboy license, thank you Mezco!

[OneDown]

But I think we can expect better from the Corpse Bride lines, as those will dominat McFarlane's production this year. We should just wait and see.


I hope so Rip. After the excellent work NECA did with the new NBX figures I was sure that they would get other Burton properties. So needless to say I was a bit disappointed with McF announcing that they had picked-up this license.

The characters shouldn't require too much articulation so that won't be much of an issue. And McF's obvious strength is their sculpting so they should come out with some good looking figures.

But we'll see what the quality is like. I've been really disappointed with their materials and paint ops for awhile.

[Casslass]

that red riding hood is kewl :D

[Daria]

The only one I think is creative and "fits" the fairy tale character is Red Riding Hood.

JMO. :)

I dunno, I thought Peter Pumpkin Eater fit his story very well. I mean he killed her and stuffed her body in a pumpkin, probably what the original rhymn was alluding to anyway.

[The Ripper]

Lol

[Sly Snape]

I dunno, I thought Peter Pumpkin Eater fit his story very well. I mean he killed her and stuffed her body in a pumpkin, probably what the original rhymn was alluding to anyway.

He may "fit", but I don't find him all that creative or visually appealing. That's what I meant when I said that Red Riding Hood was the only one I think fits and is creative. He just looks like any other McFarlane "monster" figure.... and IMO is destined to be Kin "Reborn" as far as peg warming goes. :p :D

[The Ripper]

Thats why i just ordered myself some living dead dolls. Series 9 all the way!!!

[Sly Snape]

But we'll see what the quality is like. I've been really disappointed with their materials and paint ops for awhile.

Agreed! I've been collecting McToys for quite some time, and the quality seems to have taken a serious downturn over the last few lines. Both in terms of paint app (which I don't "care" about as much) and durability (which is annoying as hell).

It seems like McToys breaking was a rarity at one point, now it seems like every other figure someone opens an arm or leg falls off straight out the box! :eek: Not to mention, even if they don't outright "break", the joints on some of the most recent aliens/preds have been so loose (again, straight from the get go), that it is damn near impossible to get the buggers to stand! :mad:

Hope they get their QA under control.

[The Ripper]

Here is some News From NECA

Don't be afraid you're safe with me, safe as any soul can be. Honestly, just let yourself go. Caught somewhere in this box is this awesome 3D representation of Eddie, the infamous Iron Maiden album cover mascot, from the album "Somewhere In Time". Sculpted by Kyle "Tankman" Windrix and painted by Ed Repka, this 18 Inch action figure will come with 3 guns and a special treat for the big fans of Maiden. Just like when Iron Maiden was on tour in 1986/1987, the 18 Inch Eddie will feature Motion Activated ... motion! His arm will "shoot" his large gun and his eye will flash, much like the old stage prop used in that tour.
In adition to the 18 Incher, expect a 7" scale version of the "Somewhere In Time" figure, with diorama to be released this spring, as well as a 7" scale "Piece of Mind" Action figure/diorama set.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v116/Monkeyhouse/eddie18box1.jpg

[eggZistenZ]

I saw these Twizted Tots at Hot Topic the other day. http://board.mezco.net/images/smilies/eek.gif

http://sciaccastudios.com/paint/images/dinostab.jpg

http://sciaccastudios.com/paint/images/dollheads.jpg

http://sciaccastudios.com/paint/images/twizbear.jpg

http://sciaccastudios.com/paint/images/dinoaxe.jpg

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[The Ripper]

Awesome, more news!!

[The Ripper]

Join the Cult
What happens when some of your favorite characters jump out of the screen and into the 3D world? No, I'm not talking about the plot for the Fat Albert movie, I'm talking about NECA/Reel Toy's first line of mixed movie characters, Cult Classics Series 1. Hey, Hey, Hey!
Coming this Spring, look for Patrick Bateman from American Psycho, Jason from Friday the 13th: Part VII "The New Blood", Mohawk from Gremlins 2 :The New Batch, and last but not least, The Crow. Below is an ad we will be running in the leading toy publications, so keep your eyes open for it! By the way, if you're interested in this series, then you just might want to check in on tomorrow's update.

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[eggZistenZ]

I have the McFarlane Toys 12" The Crow, and he would be better if he had a trenchcoat like the NECA The Crow in the picture above that The Ripper posted. http://board.mezco.net/images/smilies/rolleyes.gif

[Nut Bunnies]

I hope so Rip. After the excellent work NECA did with the new NBX figures I was sure that they would get other Burton properties. So needless to say I was a bit disappointed with McF announcing that they had picked-up this license.

The characters shouldn't require too much articulation so that won't be much of an issue. And McF's obvious strength is their sculpting so they should come out with some good looking figures.

But we'll see what the quality is like. I've been really disappointed with their materials and paint ops for awhile.

Them getting the Corpse Bride license is the biggest proof that McF knows that NECA has surpassed them, and that they are crapping their pants because of that. NECA probably went for the license, but Todd probably just threw more money at them.

EDIT: Oh, and Palisades will be making Terminator 2 "Army Builder" toys similar to their Army of Darkness ones, and Die Hard PALz. http://board.mezco.net/images/smilies/eek.gif

[The Ripper]

Yeah but will the T2 Palz suck like the AOD ones??

[The Ripper]

Uk News Coverage Begins now.

[The Ripper]

<HR>Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the upcoming seven-inch line of WORLD OF WARCRAFT action figures from Blizzard Entertainment and SOTA Toys features the following mystical characters:
<LI>Tauren Shaman
<LI>Undead Warlock
Jungle Troll Voodoo Priest (which was Adrian's nickname back in college)

The release of these three new action figures will correspond with the launch of World of Warcraft-anticipated to take place toward the end of 2004. The figures will ship in attractive blister display packaging and will come with appropriately themed accessories. <HR>
World Of Warcraft should be on the water any day now so to tide you over here are the package shots....

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For moe of this great pics come check them of At www.action-figure.com (http://www.action-figure.com)

[The Ripper]

MORE ZIM! Jhonen may have stopped making our favorite cartoon but Palisades is determined to keep the dream alive. LONG LIVE ZIM!!!...


No details yet on a release date, but Palisades were nice enought to let us cut loose with the full regular release line-up for Invader Zim Series 2. This concept board was seen at the UK toyfair going on NOW..well not right now..they've all gone to bed..but can we sleep? nooo...



Invader Zim series 2 consists of...

<LI>The Tallest Red
<LI>Human Boy Disguise Zim
<LI>Gir in Dog Suit
<LI>Gaz
<LI>Zim's Robot Parents

Also on the way are more Hot Topic exclusives including the just announced Gir in Dog Suit with the head off just shown today in Palisade's Daily Bit. One last piece of info I can give is about a little boy who came to Zim's school practically attached at his hip. Actually, it was more like his face. The second Hot Topic exclusive will be Zim in Human Disguise with Pastulio, the giant hypnotic zit, attached to his green head. How's that for an exclusive toy? Check out the Zim episode "The Rise of Zit Boy" and you'll know what I'm talking about!

[Sly Snape]

EDIT: Oh, and Palisades will be making Terminator 2 "Army Builder" toys similar to their Army of Darkness ones, and Die Hard PALz. http://board.mezco.net/images/smilies/eek.gif

Die Hard?! :eek:

God I hope they turn out well, because I will be all over that Hans Gruber figure! Alan Rickman is da man! http://board.mezco.net/images/icons/icon14.gif

[The Ripper]

Another big announcement at this year's UK ToyFair is that Palisades will be doing a 4" Army Builder line based on Terminator 2...


Again, whilst there is concept art and pictures of prototypes on show at the Gear 4 Games booth, no pictures are allowed, but for those of you familiar with the Army of Darkness line, expect something similar... 4" highly articulated figures.

No line ups have been announced, but Palisades said that this line is going to be very much an Army Builder line.

If you're at the UK ToyFair this week (sorry trade only folks), be sure to stop by Gear 4 Games stand and check out the pictures on show

I think its going to be a good year this year for Terminator fans. With this annoucment of these 4" figures as well as the 18" Endoskleton that Neca is doing as well as merch and replicas that sideshow will be doing.

[OneDown]

Them getting the Corpse Bride license is the biggest proof that McF knows that NECA has surpassed them, and that they are crapping their pants because of that. NECA probably went for the license, but Todd probably just threw more money at them.

EDIT: Oh, and Palisades will be making Terminator 2 "Army Builder" toys similar to their Army of Darkness ones, and Die Hard PALz. http://board.mezco.net/images/smilies/eek.gif


WORD!

IMO NECA is rocking McF's azz right now. And I continue to see McF product clogging the pegs in my city (There's a ton of Conan & MManiacs. Even SOTA is doing a photorealistic movie line (Coming Soon) that has good looking sculpts and cult-movie characters.

McF is gonna be stuck making figures of played out metal bands, athlete's, & un-original 'original' lines (Monsters).

All this makes me wonder why neither of these companies has been able to nail a movie line as well as Mezco did HB. (Sculpting & Articulation)

[The Ripper]

I would have to say I agree with the fact that Mcfarlane is drowning fast. I belive he has no where to go with the Movie Maniacs 8, now that Sota and Neca are scooping up the better deals.

[The Ripper]

Classic comic characters to receive new collectibles!

Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles writes in with news that they have signed a license with Archie Comics Entertainment. The license agreement, effective immediately, allows Diamond to create limited edition resin statues and busts of Archie comic characters. Stay tuned for further news .

[The Ripper]

Now some news for you Stoners..

Snootch to the supersize me nootch ! So all of us here at A-F are big fans of Kevin Smith movies and we now want these to domiate our collections.


Coming from Graphitti Designs are the Big Ass duo in their Clerks animated stylings.

Jay is 16" tall and the Bob is 14" high. Both are the same sculpts as the inaction counterparts but are now absolutly massive and they come window boxed seperatly.

Released last year in very limited quantities at the Wizard world events - Jay aka the letter J was at the 2004 Wizard World Chicago con and the quiet Robert at the 2004 Wizard World Texas con. They are now availible to order from the UK wholesaler Gear For Games for european retailers.

In the UK they should retail for around £25 a piece.

Check out the comparrison shot of Big Ass Bob vs. Bobble Head bob and a Wookie senator to show of the stature of this piece.

http://www.action-figure.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=13760&mode=thread&order=0&thold=0

check the link for pics

[The Ripper]

Two Psychos from America
Here in the United States we offer many flavors of life. In many states the big city, the woods, farmland, and the suburbs may be just 20 to 30 minutes within the reach of eachother. As awesome and beautiful as that may be, it also means that different breeds of psychos and killers can be in two different worlds, yet be so close to each other. One originally hails from the wooded areas of Crystal Lake, somewhere in New Jersey, while the other is just across the border in Manhattan, NY. How does one killer from Wall Street meet up with one from the forrest? Only in one place: Cult Classics Series 1.
Below are the first full images of the Jason and Patrick Bateman action figures with their bases and accessories.



<CENTER><TABLE align=top><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top align=middle>http://www.necaonline.com/ccjason.gif (javascript:OpenWin()) </TD><TD vAlign=top align=middle>http://www.necaonline.com/ccbateman.gif (javascript:OpenWin2())</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top>Friday the 13th: Part VII
The New Blood
Jason Voorhees
First time in the 7" format
Includes: Removable Mask, Machete, Axe, Spear and Crystal Lake Base w/ Tree Stump
Articulation: Cut Neck, Cut Elbow, Shoulders, Wrists, Waist </TD><TD vAlign=top>American Psycho
Patrick Bateman
An Action Figure First!
Loaded with Accessories: Knives, Axe, Briefcase, Nailgun, Videotape, Walkman, Apartment Floor Base
Articulation: Ball Jointed Neck, Cut Shoulders, Forearms, and Wrists </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></CENTER>

[The Ripper]

if the quick links don't work, go here - http://www.necaonline.com/cultnews3.html

[The Ripper]

JAKKS Pacific and their distributor Vivid Imaginations issued this press release at the UK ToyFair to detail their plans for the WWE Line in 2005...


Vivid and Jakks Pacific have transformed the latest and most popular Superstars of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) in to awesome, action packed 6” (15cm) figures.

Currently airing an incredible 23 hours every week on Sky, WWE has a massive fan base in the U.K with kids and adults alike. Packed full of action the show plays out high adrenaline bouts between the different Superstars as well as showing all the out of the ring controversies that fuel the action and intensity in the Ring! WWE fever will be further increased this year with Arena Tours planned across the UK in April and November.

Refreshed every 2 months the latest Ruthless Aggression 15 cm Figure Asst includes amongst others Booker T, Chris Hereto and Kurt Angle. The Adrenalin Twin Packs include Superstars from key grudge matches and tag teams.

Kids can bring the world of WWE to life in their very own Stunt Action Ring with its bounce mat and elasticated ropes. Also available are Classic Superstars, the biggest names from yesteryear. Brand new Face Flippin’ Fighters will be available in July. See their expressions change at the fight reaches a climax.

Available from January 2005 from leading retailers nationwide, the WWE range is priced from around £6.99.

[The Ripper]

Get the latest scoop on new Lord of the Rings merchandise.



UK Toy Fair 2005 started today and LOTRG.com staff member Dean Wright was there to get the scoop on new Lord of the Rings Merchandise. Here's what he had to report:

Toy Biz - Vivid Imagination, the UK Toy Biz Distributors, would not allow photos to be taken of new Figures. The stuff that they had on display was mostly stuff we have all seen anyway but they did have a Gothmog figure (which looked fantastic) and some of the assortment 5 stuff (due for release in March). They did not have the Battle cry Uruk Hai on display but confirmed it is coming out.

There is some interesting news on the epic figure lines, there will be 4 assortments this year. Asst 1. is due to be released in May, Asst 2 - July, Asst 3 - Sept and Asst.4 - Oct. Vivid did say the Orc in Asst. 1will be the Orc that has the Skull on its head, but sadly there was no info on Asst 2, 3 & 4 as to there line up other than that they will consist of figures from all 3 films

Other than that the Fell Beast on display was the original and the gift packs are due for release in March. The Pelennor Fields gift pack is awesome, and as we know contains Legolas, Gimli, Army of the Dead warrior, Mumakil Driver and Morannon Orc these last 3 are great. The best news of all though is that Toy Biz is keen to continue the licence into next year!

NECA - There were no Lord of the Ring NECA figures on display but I was told that Gandalf and the Balrog are definitely due out this year, Gandalf will be released in April and the Balrog will be later in the year.

Sabertooth Games - New figures for the popular tradeable miniatures game were on display including recently released Two Towers figures, the upcoming Paths of the Dead figures. Also on display were two upcoming additions to the premium line, the Fell Beast and Attack Troll. Cards Inc. - One of the most interesting new collectibles shown at the show were Card Inc.'s Lord of the Rings cookie Jars. They include Sauron, Gimli and Gollum.

- http://www.figures.com/databases/action.cgi?setup_file=lotrnews2.setup&category=lotr&topic=5&show_article=231

[The Ripper]

So It seems the Toy Biz will be releasing their own "Epic" line, what could this new figures be?? Possible Talking Detailed 6" figures, I guess we will have to wait and see. And with the news of the Balrog and that its going to be released, well thats great but will have all the Features Neca listed the figure to have before?? Gandalf sounds cool, it Looks like there will definitly be some surprises for Lord of the Rings fans this year.

[The Ripper]

Hasbro surprised us today, with their upcoming Chronicles of Narnia figures, which I think a lot of LOTR fans will go nuts over...


It's unusual to hear me gush about a Hasbro product, not because of any issues with the company, it's just very few of their items are comparable to the best out there.

However, that could all change as Hasbro will be releasing thier Chronicles of Narnia Toys 6 weeks before the movie.

Hasbro has the master toy license for the upcoming "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe" movie adaption, and were showing a number of lines at the UK ToyFair.

And you know what... they have some really nice potential. Unfortunatley, we aren't able to bring you photos just yet, but we're hoping we can show you come the US ToyFair. I think if you're a Lord of the Rings fan, you should start paying attention to this line. The sculpting is superb, and whilst I have wondered all day who sculpted the figures (Nomad and I quizzed Hasbro and also tried to work it out whilst we were there), I now think they bear the hallmark of Gentle Giant. Still needs to be confirmed, but hopefully this will give you an idea of the quality.

We paid attention to 2 main lines. The Action Figure line and the PVC Miniature line

The action figure line comes in regular and deluxe, the deluxe containing figures like the Minotaur and Cyclops. Style-wise they reminded me a lot of the first Episode 2 figures... dynamically pre-posed with limited articulation. My biggest issue with the line is that I feel it needs to be slightly bigger to capture a lot of Lord of the Rings collectors. The Action Figure line seems to be more to a 5" scale than 6" and I think that could be a dealbreaker for some people.

The PVC Miniature line reminded me instantly of Armies of Middle Earth, and Hasbro had a number of figures on display from the final battle.

We hope to get more details at the US ToyFair, but so far, this has been the line Nomad and I have been most impressed with.



original article can be found here - http://www.action-figure.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=13779&mode=thread&order=0&thold=0

I really hope we learn more about this line, interms of who is sculpting the figures as well as details on possible larger figures. I personal can't wait.

[The Ripper]

more batman begins merch

Character Options have released this press release concerning all the Batman (both classic and Batman Begins) they will be releasing in the UK in 2005...


With the launch of the new all-star cast “Batman Begins” movie in June 05, which is predicted to be this year’s biggest film event, Character have a spectacular range of electronic toys, games and puzzles ready to fly as high as the caped crusader himself! The range includes a number of items based on the high-profile film alongside a further collection of classic Batman items.

Batman movie licensed items include a range of electronic games and puzzles.

Trade punches with Batman using the electronic Sound FX Bop Bag. This quality inflatable vinyl Bop Bag featuring a sound with every punch stands one metre tall giving you the opportunity to match your strength with the hero himself.

With the new Hand Held LCD game, you can jump into your Batmobile to pursue the Scarecrow through the streets of Gorham. Use the Bat mobile’s jump abilities to leap chasms and evade chemical bombs while you focus its lasers to neutralise Gorham’s arch criminal’s vehicle and win the game. This fabulous hand held comes complete in a special Batman-shaped carry case.

Two character Walkie Talkies styled as Batman and his arch-enemy Scarecrow give you and your buddy the chance to communicate in style with a staggering range of 120 feet. Featuring concealed speakers, microphone and buttons, this kit is the perfect way to transmit secret messages clearly and cleverly allowing you to be one step ahead of the opposition!

An Electronic Pinball Machine with scorekeeping, sound and special graphics from the blockbuster movie gives you the chance to battle with your favourite villains as you rack up the points.

Puzzled? Don’t be with Character’s fabulous range of jigsaw and construction puzzles. A Sculpture Puzzle in the shape of Batman’s head involves a new twist. Each layer is a complete picture with Batman graphics and each piece on each layer is numbered giving you the order that fits, just watch Batman appear in 3D before your very eyes! When complete, your sculpture sits perfectly on its own base for all to see your creative masterpiece.

More puzzles, including a fantastic 200-piece Stick‘em Up puzzle, sticks together with special glue supplied. You can create this amazing Batman shaped action poster for your wall proving the caped crusader is your ultimate hero of all time! Classic 42-piece and 100-piece jigsaws complete the Batman puzzle range.

Classic Batman licensed items include a collection of brilliant construction items and race tracks.

The Batman Construction range starts with a Mini Batmobile Set which comes complete with Batman, Robin and 73 pieces to click together and a Bat Glider kit complete with Stealth Batman, Cave Woman and 69 pieces. Larger sets include the 110-piece Batman Batwing with Pilot Batman set and a larger Batmobile with 186 pieces, whilst the ultimate Batman with Heavy Assault kit features 250 pieces plus Batcave, Mega Batman, Alfred, Bruce Wayne and Mini Joker figures.

There are two twisting, turning and feature-packed Batman racetracks. Batman The Joker’s Jinx set can be set up in ten different ways for loads of play value and comes complete with a powered Batmobile launcher and a spring-loaded surprise. The larger Batman The Battle Coaster features a Batmobile, Batman figure and coaster car, a secret hideout, Joker’s acid vat trap and Mr Freeze exploding ice blaster.


Movie licensed products:
Sound FX Bop Bag £ 9.99
Hand Held LCD Game £ 9.99
Walkie Talkies £14.99
Electronic Pinball Machine £19.99
Sculpture Puzzle £19.99
Stick’em Up Puzzle £ 7.99
100-Piece Puzzle £ 5.99
42-Piece Puzzle £ 4.99
Classic licensed products:
Mini Batmobile/Bat Glider construction sets £ 9.99 each
Batman Batwing/Batmobile construction sets £19.99 each
Batman with Heavy Assault construction set £39.99
The Joker’s Jinx racetrack £ 9.99
Battle Coaster racetrack £19.99

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[The Ripper]

Another ToyBiz line to look forward to in 2005 is the Marvel Figure Factory line, which many fans have wondered what they were. Well, wonder no longer...


Again, there was no photography this year at Vivid's booth at the UK ToyFair, so we can't show you anything just yet, but we are allowed to tell you about what we saw. And like the Superhero Showdown, what we saw were actual prototypes and not cards or mock ups.

So we want to tell you a little about Figure Factory, which we got to see yesterday. This is a new line from ToyBiz, and I think a lot of you are gonna love this line.

These can be best described as Marvel Gashapon, with each piece standing around 2 inches high. These are pre-posed mini static figures in dynamic poses

There were a number of pieces on display, the most striking of which was Thing punching the ground, with anime style shock waves stretching out in front of him.

The packaging design is a little strange as well. The figures are actually carded rather than just boxed, but where the main blister would be on a regular figure is a carded box in the style of a crate angled at 45% on a slope. It's certainly eye catching, and we assume this design means that the figures will be blind boxed.

Now I know some will point to Canadian Distributor website and state the line up (See Here (http://www.grand.com/Products.htm?CD=90)) but I would take those line ups as a guide and not definitive. I've already had info that clashes with what they are saying for ToyBiz next year (from other distributors), and last year they had completely different information on Marvel Legends line ups from those that were announced in Hong Kong or UK. ToyBiz are also reknowned for changing their assortments around this time of year in the lead up to the US ToyFair. I'm not trying to cast doubt on that information or put down those who talk about it, it's just at this time of year there are a lot of different assortment line ups going around, of which Grand's is only one (Grand's information in the past has tended to be the most out of date), and could and most likely will change before the US ToyFair.

original article found here - http://www.action-figure.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=13781&mode=thread&order=0&thold=0

[The Ripper]

Whilst no-one was allowed to take pictures in Vivid's booth, I do have some info on the mysterious upcoming Marvel Super Hero Showdown...


We got to check out ToyBiz today, and by and large it didn't throw any surprises to the team at Action-Figure.

Photography was forbidden, so we're unable to bring you any pictures, but we can wet your appettite for New York.

We've been curious about the Marvel Super Hero Showdown since it first started appearing on Pre-order lists some time back. Today we got to see it, and whilst it looks like it may undergo tweaking before New York, the concept on display was impressive.

Imagine you took your Marvel Legends figures and shrunk them down to 4" or so, but kept the detail and the artiulation. Well that appears to be what Marvel Super Hero Showdown is going for.

The figures we saw weren't as articulated as their Marvel Legends cousins as far as I could see (the most noticable I remember being that the hinged shoulders seemed to be absent), but they were still very good, and things could change as ToyFair approaches.

There seemed to be 2-packs and single packs on display, and I remember seeing what looked like a sepereate action feature accessory in the 2-pack.

A number of figures were on display including Doc Ock, Ghost Rider, Captain America, some including shrunk down versions of the clear Marvel Legends stand used to good effect in the Marvel Legends Fantastic Four Boxed Set

I'm actually quite excited by these. From what I could see and was told, it looks like everything isn't all finalised yet, but I would defintely make a note for this to be a line to watch come the US ToyFair.

Online retailers are listing these as 6" (yeah I know... the ones I saw today were 4" or so) and featuring a line up of



Black Costume Spider-Man
Doc Ock
Ghostrider
Punisher


for series 1 and for series 2




Iron Man
Human Torch
Dr. Doom
Captain America

[The Ripper]

Also expect news regarding Toybiz's Marvel Meta Morphs

[The Ripper]

300+ yay!!!

[The Ripper]

Sin Day 3: Gail
Broads. In life they come and go, but some broads stay in your mind forever. The dames of Sin City really do have a way of staying in your head. I mean, they should really get tired from how much they run through your mind. Sexy, sleek, devious, daring, and many other adjectives can be used to describe these women. Either way, some of them just look damn hot holding an Uzi, provided it's not pointed directly at you. Anyhow, here is a look at the top broad in Old Town.
Gail: She's the boss. Beautiful. Merciless. Any of the Old Town girls are hair-trigger ready to die - or to kill - for her. And they wind up doing both. Plenty of both. When Detective Lieutenant "Iron Jack" Rafferty winds up dead in her alley, she's ready to fight until death to defend her girls

follow the link for a pic of the figure as well as this downloadble desktop.

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link - http://www.necaonline.com/sincitynews5.html

[Prince Henry Stout]

This line is looking really good. I think the movie may actually be good, too. Gotta love Frank Miller. Gritty.

[The Ripper]

I myself can't wait either.

[The Ripper]

Thanks Sly

[Sly Snape]

No problem! :)

[The Ripper]

anyone eles have news??

[The Ripper]

Lots of Buffy News coming. Why?? Cause I like Buffy and Angel,

[The Ripper]

News Regarding The Just Rewards Figure Of Spike,

Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles, LLC (DST) and Action Figure Xpress (AFX) are offering collectors an exclusive action figure based on one of the most popular characters from the hit TV shows Angel and Buffy the Vampire Slayer with the Angel: “Just Rewards” Spike Action Figure.

“We are ecstatic to be a part of Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles’ all-new Angel action figure line,” said AFX President Pat Wang. “The Willow action figures sold very well for us, so it only made sense for us to continue the success through this exclusive Spike figure from DST.”

Designed by Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles (who also produced the figures) and Gentle Giant Studios (who also sculpted the figures), and offered exclusively by AFX, the figure depicts the vampire anti-hero (portrayed by actor James Marsters) as he appeared in the fifth season episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Featuring Spike in his menacing vampire form, the action figure – which is scheduled to be released in late January – stands approximately 6” tall and features 16 points of articulation. The figure also comes with a battle axe, a cross with an altar, a stake, a jacket, a bag of blood, and a railroad spike.

“Besides the fact that Fox’s Angel and Buffy the Vampire Slayer continue to enjoy great success with their best-selling DVD releases,” said Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles Marketing and Sales Coordinator Scott Braden, “the character of Spike, in his own right, has garnered a sizable fan base. And with this exclusive figure presenting Spike in one of his most classic vampire poses – from an episode that depicted him at his fiercest – it’s no wonder that fans are clamoring to get their hands on this must-have action figure!”

This figure is now available to pre-order direct from ActionFigureXpress (http://store.yahoo.com/cgi-bin/clink?actionfigurexpress+c7kQWC+buvaslvaspac.html) priced $15.99, with discounts available if you buy it with the Spike / Darla set

here is a link to original article as well as pictures - http://www.action-figure.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=13811&mode=thread&order=0&thold=0

[The Ripper]

One of the regular Spike's you're going to find this coming week, will be the Angel Season 5 version...


Angel Season 5 Spike comes loaded with accessories including



Spike's amulet
goggles
axe
"Kiss the Librarian" mug
golden chalice of Mountain Dew


This article as well as the pics can be found at www.action-figure.com (http://www.action-figure.com)

[The Ripper]

Gear 4 Games played host to this upcoming "Welcome to the Hellmouth" Darla at the UK ToyFair which is due for release in the next week or so...


The mini Darla army is set to march the end of this month. This particular lady is the Previews exclusive "Welcome to the Hellmouth" Darla, depicting your favorite bad girl ready to shoot up the Bronze.

Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles and the sculptors at Gentle Giant Studios offer fans the next release in the hit Angel line of collectibles with this all-new Previews Exclusive action figure. Here is Darla — the vampire who transformed Angel into a nosferatu – in the naughty school girl outfit she wore in the debut episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. This figure stands approximately 6" tall; features multiple points of articulation; comes with a wealth of accessories, including a cross, a dagger, pistols, a sledge hammer, and a walled fence base.

http://www.action-figure.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=13799&mode=thread&order=0&thold=0

[The Ripper]

Another Spike figure at Gear 4 Games' booth at the UK ToyFair was this "Beneath You" Spike that they will make available in the UK


Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles, LLC and online retailer Time and Space Toys (http://www.timeandspacetoys.com/) are offering collectors an exclusive action figure based on one of the most popular characters from the hit TV shows Angel and Buffy the Vampire Slayer with the Angel: “Beneath You” Spike Action Figure.

“Fans have been wanting brighter additions to their Angel and Buffy the Vampire Slayer action figure collections," said Time and Space Toys President Kevin Kriess. "We are happy to meet this demand with the blue shirt-clad, soul fully restored Spike as seen in the Season 7 Buffy episode, ‘Beneath You.’”

Designed by Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles (who also produced the figures) and Gentle Giant Studios (who also sculpted the figures), and offered exclusively by Time and Space Toys, the figure depicts the vampire anti-hero (portrayed by actor James Marsters) as he appeared in the episode “Beneath You,” and comes with a blue shirt, a Zippo® lighter, a cross with an altar, a rat, a stake, and a shovel. Standing approximately 6” tall, this figure – which comes with 16 points of articulation – is targeted for a late January release.

“Our Angel and Buffy the Vampire Slayer collectible releases have proven to be enormously popular with toy collectors,” said Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles Director Chuck Terceira. “With this exclusive figure depicting Spike from one of his most memorable appearances, it’s no wonder that consumers are looking forward to adding this much-anticipated figure to their collections.”

[The Ripper]

Marvel Legends fans have high standards for the articulation in their figures. Now it's time for Buffy and Faith to kick some Marvel hero butts...


Following the success of its best-selling Angel™ and Buffy the Vampire Slayer™ action figures, Diamond Select Toys & Collectibles debuts its line of Deluxe Buffy figures. Sporting an impressive twenty-nine points of articulation, these figures - based on Buffy and Faith as they appeared in "Graduation Day" - are a welcome addition to anyone's collection. Sculpted by Gentle Giant, they stand approximately 6" tall - in scale with all previous Buffy™ and Angel™ figures - and include several episode-specific accessories to help bring them to life. A new clamshell packaging design guarantees Buffy and Faith will look amazing both on the shelves and in your home.


These figures will come in a case of 8 with 2 variants. Buffy has "Once More with Feeling" Buffy and "End of Days" Buffy. Faith will appear as "End of Days" Faith and "Bad Girls" Faith. Look for these to hit early in 2005

http://www.gator.nl/phpwcms_tmp/thumb_preview/1_5451_gfkQpwX5o2.jpg

[Nut Bunnies]

Yeah but will the T2 Palz suck like the AOD ones??

The only one that sucked was Ash, and S-Mart Ash looks to be better anyway.

All this makes me wonder why neither of these companies has been able to nail a movie line as well as Mezco did HB. (Sculpting & Articulation)

Because it's so hard to combine the two without it looking weird.

Hellboy was easier because a lot of the articulation could be hidden.

EDIT: The AOD Army Builder 2-Pack (http://www.palisadesdirectstore.com/viewproduct.asp?productid=65) and the Space Jockey Micro Statue (http://www.palisadesdirectstore.com/viewproduct.asp?productid=64) are both now available.

EDIT 2: DST has also released a picture of their upcoming Silver Surfer statue.

http://www.diamondselecttoys.com/news/01-17-05/surfer_page1.jpg

[The Ripper]

Great News thanks alot Bunnies!!

[Prince Henry Stout]

I only just now read the post regarding some of the new LOTR and Marvel figures. That sounds really exciting. I have managed to buy multiples of every Uruk Hai figure released, and the idea of some new ones makes me happy inside.
Of course, any new (hopefully obscure) Marvel character figures should be worth looking out for......Has anyone else noticed how tough certain figures from the last couple Legends assortment have been to locate on the pegs. Unlike, the earlier series-which were definitely over-ordered, these last couple series have been severely under-ordered. Why does this "phenomenon" almost always happen with most toy lines that last more than a series or two? The first few series get massively over-ordered, as a result many of them warm the pegs for weeks/months. Then, as a result of the "poor" sales of the first series-the following series are "cautiously" under-ordered; thus creating this secondary market horror. Alas, tis the way of the toy.

[The Ripper]

I agree, the last few series were definitly under ordered.

[Larson]

http://www.palisadestoys.com/buzzimages/Gir_1.jpg

http://www.palisadestoys.com/buzzimages/Gir_2.jpg


I believe this was mentioned but not posted as a picture, here are pictures of the new Doggie GIR in the Zim line. They are also doing a PVC set with Human Disguise Zim, Doggie Disguise GIR, Bologna Dib, and Beaver Gaz.

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[The Ripper]

Thanks Larson

[The Ripper]

NECA have released details on one of their new products for 2005 in the form of these Freddy vs Jason Headknockers...

http://www.necaonline.com/fvsjnews12.html

[The Ripper]

UK TOYFAIR: Furby Returns (http://www.action-figure.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=13846&mode=thread&order=0&thold=0)

Hasbro has issued a press release about their new look Furby they will be releasing in 2005, that we got to see at the UK ToyFair last week...


FURBY, one of the best-selling toys ever with 40 million pieces sold globally, is back! Hasbro, Inc.'s Tiger Electronics is introducing an all-new, evolved FURBY creature driven by Hasbro's new EMOTO-TRONICS, the ultimate combination of advanced robotic technology, puppetry and realistic lifelike reactions and movements. Hasbro's evolved FURBY creature will be available worldwide this fall in a number of versions, including English, German, French, Spanish, Japanese, and Italian.

The evolved FURBY creature features a wide range of emotions and motions, advanced voice recognition, enhanced communication between kids and other FURBY toys, and an impressive "bilingual" vocabulary of "Furbish" and English. In fact, the FURBY creature has six times the memory of the original. Together, these innovations make the new FURBY toy an extremely lifelike, clever, fun, cute and "realistic" creature.

"FURBY captured the imagination of the world when it was first introduced seven years ago," said Brian Goldner, Hasbro's Toy Group president. "Since then, advances in technology and the evolution of robotics and puppetry have made it possible for us to create an even better FURBY than the original."

"FURBY became a historic best seller and a cultural phenomenon when it hit the market in 1998," said toy and children's lifestyle expert Chris Byrne. "The new, evolved FURBY is so much more advanced than the original--it is truly amazing. FURBY certainly has the earmarks of one of the potentially hot toys of 2005."

The emotional response of the new FURBY creature is one of the most noticeable changes from the original. EMOTO-TRONICS allows the FURBY creature to react based on how a child interacts with it. FURBY creatures can speak, dance, sing, tell jokes, play games and express their moods in a variety of ways. A fully flexible beak, expressive eyes, and movable ears and eyebrows make it possible for the creature to smile, laugh, frown and even produce an awe-filled gasp.

Advanced voice recognition adds another level of technological sophistication to the FURBY creature's evolution. Now, the FURBY creature can "listen" to you and respond based on his "mood". The FURBY creature will be able to speak hundreds of programmed words and dozens of phrases in "Furbish" and English.

The evolved FURBY creature will be larger than the original. The increased size accommodates the multi-motor system that brings the toy to life and doubles the toy's animation features. One of the motors is devoted exclusively to the toy's facial expressions.

Where Does FURBY Come From?

The FURBY creature comes from FURBY ISLAND. It was there that a family discovered two FURBY creatures--E-Lo and E-Hi. When the family is ready to move on to its next adventure they take E-Lo and E-Hi with them to help them re-unite with other FURBY creatures.

The FURBY toy will be released worldwide in the fall of 2005 and will be available in white, black and white, gray and pink, and brown and pink. The approximate retail price will be $39.99.

And I can't wait to get me one!!

http://www.action-figure.com/images/05/02/furby/1.jpg

[The Ripper]

Series 9, we all know about, and really this didn't hold any surprises. They had all the figures there, although after someone mentioned it afterwards I don't remember Professor X there. War Machine was carded without his mask on and showed how the parts of Galactus will be packaged. The pieces are NOT going to be random, meaning that if you pick up all the regular figures, you'll have your Galactus.

The line up for those who don;t know is:



Deathlok
Bullseye
First Appearance Grey Hulk
Nightcrawler
Dr. Strange
War Machine
Professor X


Galactus himself is better than I had hoped. I had expected a rotocast Galactus with basic articulation, but the figure they had on display at the UK ToyFair had double elbows, articulated thumbs and fingers, and simply looked stunning.

However, this was not all they had, as Vivid were also showing concept art and line ups for Series 10 and 11. Now, as I've reported, these line ups often change this time of the year, but the Canadian ToyFair was going on simultaneously, and I can confirm the exact same artwork was shown there. OK, things could still change, but I doubt the line ups will change much more than a figure here and there.

Series 10 will be the Sentinel Series, and yes, the figures will contain parts to build a Sentinel. If it's as good as Galactus I seriously could see people buying multiple sets to create their own Sentinel army. What's more, each figure comes with a specific part, so you won't need to buy each figure more than once to get the Snetinel




First Appearance Spider-man - This will come with the head of the sentinel
Cyclops - I think this is the ultimate version but can't be 100% sure. I remember the art showing him with a T-Shirt and big yellow boots in the style of the classic Cyclops. He'll come with one of the Snetinel's arms
Angel - Red & White Costume. He'll come with one of the Sentinel's legs
Mr Sinister - As far as I remember he had a high collar that was red on the inside. He'll also come with a leg
Black Panther - We've already seen this figure as part of our San Diego Comic Con coverage. He'll come with an arm
Omega Red - I'm not familiar with the source material so I can't give any clues on the art style. However, the board I saw did show him with the pelivs of the Sentinel
Mystique - She'll come in a white dress and come with what I think is part of the torso for the Sentinel


Series 11 is entitled legendary riders. Each figure will come with a mini vehicle such as a jet bike or glider, etc in much the same way Cable and Ghost Rider did. If the truth be told, the concept art for the vehicles left me wanting, mainly because I would have preferred another large figure, but I think we need to wait for prototypes before casting any judgement

The line up shown was:



Premiere Thing - I can't read my notes so premiere might be the wrong word, but he comes with a jet bike
Logan - Dressed in jacket and jeans and comes with a motorcycle
Iron Man Hulk Buster - Looks like it will be HUGE, and comes with a form of glider
Wonderman - comes dressed in a sleeveless dark T-shirt witha W on it, and comes with an accessory that reminded me of a jet ski
Vengeance - Nomad commented about how he thought this was an odd choice, but yes vengence is in ML 11. He'll come with a motorcycle
Task Master - This is in the same style as that Bowen bust we showed some months back, and he comes with something that looked like a glider to me
Ultron - Ultron was much wider than I expected with almost bat-ear style antenae. He'll come with some form of glider
Scarlett Witch - Classic Red outfit, and came with something that looked like a Jet Ski


We should find out more about these line up at the US ToyFair in New York later this month, but on the one question a lot of people have been asking I do have some details.

The news I'm hearing out of the UK is that Marvel Legends 9 will be May. I'm actually quite surprised at that as both UK and Canadian ToyFair had packaged samples on display and had guessed March. Still May would give a lot of us time to catch up with the ones we are currently missing from previous series. Again, it'll be New York before we know for sure, but if I hear anything in the meantime, I'll be sure to let you know.

Article and pics can be found here - http://www.action-figure.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=13842&mode=thread&order=0&thold=0

[The Ripper]

NECA have revealed what they will be showing off in New York later this month as part of their line up for the US ToyFair...


From NECAOnline (http://www.necaonline.com/)

<HR>Since Toy Fair is coming later this month, we figured we should give you a preview of what to expect from NECA/ Reel Toys Action Figures in 2005.


Sin City Series I and II
HHGG 6" and 3" figures plus more
Iron Maiden 7" Action Figures
Cult Classics Series I and II
Cult Classics Boxed Sets
Pirates of the Caribbean Series II
The Devil's Rejects Action Figures
Kill Bill Series II
NBX Series II and III
18" Figure Announcements
And Loads More!!!

<HR>

NECA's defintely going to be a company to watch in both 2005 and 2006, with a lot of exciting things lined up

[The Ripper]

Gear 4 Games had a number of items on display at their booth based on the upcoming Batman Begins Movie, including this Action Cape Batman...



Batman is in great form with this 14" tall, highly articulated, super-detailed action figure! With over thirty points of articulation, you can put Batman in many action poses, plus, the figure includes a pop-out cape that dramatically extends into gliding position! Window box packaging.

We originally had June 2005 down for the release of this, although we've heard that the release date for Batman Begins toys in the UK (other than the sneak preview Batmobile) is April 2nd. Yep, the same April 2nd as is currently scheduled for the release of Episode 3 toys. Expect this to be changed.

pics can be found here - http://www.action-figure.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=ImageBank&file=index&id=55668

[Sly Snape]

Not "real" picts yet...... but until we have the real deal.

HELLBOY COMIC SERIES 1

http://pics.mezco.net/2004/NOV/hbcomicseries1.jpg

[The Ripper]

The release of Batman Begins might still be a fair way off, but Aussie Batman fans can tide themselves over with some great new Batman figures from Mattel, which are hitting K-Mart stores here in Australia right now. As of now, they are an Australian exclusive, and have yet to show up anywhere else in the world. This long awaited series features two all new villains, Bane and Scarecrow, a new black and blue repaint of Nightwing (formerly the blue and yellow version with short hair) and of course a few new Batman figures in various outfits. The figures sell for roughly $17 each.

So, the figures most of you will care about, the villains, are packed at one per case each it seems. Each has an unobtrusive spring loaded action feature, which shouldn't bother too many people.

Bane is a very bulky figure. He has a lot of articulation; a ball joint head, elbow joints, swiveling boots, and ankle articulation that allows them to move back and forward and side to side like most current Toy biz figures. He comes with a transparent venom tube attached to his wrist and head. His accessory is a small pair of spiked knuckle dusters that attach to either fist.

Scarecrow is also extremely articulated. With the same articulation as Bane, includoing a unique head joint alowing good movement to all sides, and also swivel joints in mid biceps and thighs, and ball joint hips. His accessory is a small skull bomb and the most ridiculously over sized scyth you have ever seen, with a pitch fork at the other end.

Both of these figures look fantastic, and show a big improvement on past figures in the series. A shame that it looks like the line has now come to an end, as it would have been nice to get a few more major villains and characters out of the line. So keep your eyes peeled, these are two figures well worth owning!

Be sure to check out OzFigures.com (http://www.ozfigures.com/) in the meantime for more carded and loose pictures of these new figures.

Check out some of the carded images here - http://www.action-figure.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=ImageBank&file=index&id=55672

[The Ripper]

Nothing to worry about bud.

[Prince Henry Stout]

I have a ? about the new Sin City movie line. This may have already been asked, but I was curious if these figures will be offered in gray scale and color. Will there be two versions of every figure (color wise)? Most of the pics I have seen they appear to be black and white, but a few pics seem to show them in color. Not sure, I could just be trippin'. Either way, most of what I have seen is impressive. I'm actually looking forward to this movie.

[Sly Snape]

According to NECA:

"The majority of the figures in Series I will be produced in black and white, with a smaller number of "Chase" figures in full color. Though the Bastard will always be Yellow, he will feature 2 different head variations. There will be an 18" Marv as well, along with some exclusives to be announced soon."

[Sly Snape]

For those that are either to lazy to follow links ;) , or who missed them earlier in the thread, I've collected all the SIN CITY figure stuff together here. :)

MARV:The biggest bad-ass in all of Basin City. He's a borderline psychopath on a mission to find the killer of his beloved Goldie, and he will stop at nothing until he uncovers the truth. All it took was one night for Goldie to be cemented into his heart for ever, and now he must find who is responsible for her death.
http://anthonyheald.com/Misc/marvpose.jpg

http://www.necaonline.com/marv640.jpg


YELLOW BASTARD: The son of the most powerful man in Basin City, Roark Jr. used his immunity to prey on young girls until Officer John Hartigan stepped in. With his son left for dead, Senator Roark uses every bit of money and power he has to save his life. Surgeons, gurus, homeopathic witch doctors and genetic therapists. There were side effects, but he's up and running again and that Yellow Bastard is looking for sweet little Nancy. The little snot. He ought to be dead. But here he is. Back in action. And he smells awful...
http://www.necaonline.com/yellowbpose.jpg

http://www.necaonline.com/yellowb640.jpg


GAIL: She's the boss. Beautiful. Merciless. Any of the Old Town girls are hair-trigger ready to die - or to kill - for her. And they wind up doing both. Plenty of both. When Detective Lieutenant "Iron Jack" Rafferty winds up dead in her alley, she's ready to fight until death to defend her girls.
http://anthonyheald.com/Misc/gailpose.jpg

http://www.necaonline.com/gail640.jpg


MANUTE: Nobody knows where he came from, and nobody ever will. He serves his masters ruthlessly. Efficiently. Brutally. Mercilessly. Pray you never meet him. The moment you do will likely be your last. Played by Michael Clark Duncan, this character requires a sheer size and strength that only he can deliver. Just like in real life, this Michael Clark Duncan figure is going to be huge, just not as big as the man himself.
http://www.necaonline.com/manutepose.jpg

http://www.necaonline.com/manute640.jpg


NANCY: At age 11, skinny little Nancy Callahan was abducted by Roark Jr. and rescued by Officer John Hartigan. Now 19 years of age, she's grown up and filled out. She's the act everyone comes to see on stage at Kadie's Club, including the two men who changed her life eight years ago.
http://www.necaonline.com/nancypose.jpg

http://www.necaonline.com/nancy640.jpg


And here's a teaser add they will be running in Diamond's Previews for the line.
http://anthonyheald.com/Misc/sinteaser.jpg

[Prince Henry Stout]

Thanks, thats better.....Geez, that Yellow Bastard looks like a total perv.

[Johann]

The Sin City line is look'n pretty good, Not to sure about Marv tho, he looks funny from the front, side view is definately the best, Gail and Y. Bastard look sweet too.

[The Ripper]

I will be post some news in a couple of minutes regarding colour varitations.

[The Ripper]

Sin Day 4: Manute
A brick wall of a man. Manute was originally the chauffeur and/or security chief for Damien and Ava Lord. He is a man of brute strength and immense size who is oddly polite. Manute is fanatically loyal to those he serves and does what is required of him without question. Played by Michael Clarke Duncan, this character requires a sheer size and strength that only he can deliver. Just like in real life, this Michael Clarke Duncan figure is going to be huge, just not as big as the man himself.
Manute: Nobody knows where he came from, and nobody ever will. He serves his masters ruthlessly. Efficiently. Brutally. Mercilessly. Pray you never meet him. The moment you do will likely be your last. - http://www.necaonline.com/sincitynews6.html

Follow the link for pics as well as a downloadble desktop.

http://www.necaonline.com/manute640.jpg

[The Ripper]

http://store1.yimg.com/I/actionfigurexpress_1831_10280413

Neca released these images about a day ago regarding their Sin City Color Variations. Warning Jessica Alba figures will be hot.

[The Ripper]

The fist piece to be released by the "The Exclusive's Club" see's Marv brought into the realms of 3D....


This used to be the MArvel Collector's Club. Well, it looks like NECA is
no longer going to continue the Marvel pieces, but will still offer items
via the renamed "The Exclusive's Club"

The First Piece is Marv Color Statue available from www.marvelcollectorsclub.com (http://www.marvelcollectorsclub.com/sinciexmastc.htmlcgi-bin/?mv_pc=AF02) Priced at $50.00

[The Ripper]

"SAY 'ELLO TO MY LITTLE FRIEND..."

With the thought of the American Dream in mind, determined Cuban immigrant Tony Montana sets out for Miami to overtake the drug empire. Succumbing to greed he soon realizes crime has a price. This lifelike 1/4 scale Scarface figure is sure to make you realize that "every day above ground is a good day". Remember this amazing figure will be available for Pre-order on February 11th, next Friday!

Hopefully this figure will come out in the 3rd quater of this year. This way I can scrap some dough together if not well, I will have to go with either the Balrog coming out in the 4th quater or Sota's Now Playing 20" LOD from Legend. I have see finished pics of all three products and these figures look great. I can't hardly wait to share them with you at Toy Fair.

http://www.azogscollection.com/ss_scarface.jpg

[The Ripper]

Images of Toy Biz's FF4 movie merch has shown up at Super Hero Times

http://69.93.119.2/photosSHTC/showgallery.php?cat=610

[The Ripper]

A Celebration to 3 pages of news and comments

[The Ripper]

I now have my own news page.

http://www.calgaryplanet.com/index2.html

Search for The_Ripper

[Hartigan]

Cool! Where did that pic. of the Sin City movie figures come from? How was that released....I mean, that's a doozy of a newspiece right there! Great find!


Too bad we can't see much of Hartigan though!

[The Ripper]

oh you Hartigan lover

[The Ripper]

Considered the ultimate gangster film, Scarface features Al Pacino's classic performance as the ruthless Tony Montana. First released to theaters in 1983, this gripping crime epic transcends generations and continues to influence popular culture today. This Scarface (Tony Montana) in White Suit action figure stands 7-inches tall, is fully articulated and comes with lots of accessories!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v116/Monkeyhouse/MZ19821lg.jpg

[Xequals10]

Anybody got any open pictures (as in ones not from McFarlane's website) of the Monterey Pop Festival Jimi Hendrix figure? It is the second figure that they made of Jimi.Thanks in advance.

[The Ripper]

I will see what I can do for ya.

[The Ripper]

http://www.blister.jp/images-item-page/page-1605.jpg

Marv Headknocker!!

18" Talking Marv

http://www.blister.jp/images-item-big/page-1604.jpg

[The Ripper]

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http://www.blister.jp/images-item-page/page-1612.jpg (http://www.blister.jp/images-item-page/page-1612.jpg)

[The Ripper]

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[Nut Bunnies]

Where the hell are you getting these pictures?

[The Ripper]

Can't say man.

[Xequals10]

Why? Is it top secret and if you tell us that means that you'll have to kill us?

[The Ripper]

LOL, No. Just sometimes companies and retailers feel the need to raise hype, and if were to say something like the company released these pics or the distributor did. *cough'grand'cough* That I may get in trouble just like reveiling some of the pics I have without having permission to do so.

[Xequals10]

That's good because I don't wanna die.

[The Ripper]

Lol

[The Ripper]

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 width=494 bgColor=#ffffff border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>WickedCoolStuff.com is Taking Pre-Orders

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On New NECA Head Knocker Bobbleheads...

WickedCoolStuff.com (http://www.figures.com/databases/redirect1.cgi?dom=lotr&sys=news&action=clicks&sponsor=wickedcoolstuff_wcslotrgsmeagol_01_31_2005 _x&size=art&url=store.yahoo.com/cgi-bin/clink~qm~wickedcoolstuff~pl~mkzdJH~pl~lordofrings. html) is taking Pre-Orders on the new NECA Golumn and Smeagol Head Knocker Bobbleheads - 10% off to LordOfTheRingsGuide.com readers who pre-order and enter coupon code "smeagolten" at check out.

[crazy chris]

There's my next nightmare.

[TSR]

http://www.blister.jp/images-item-page/page-1629.jpg

http://www.blister.jp/images-item-page/page-1628.jpg

http://www.blister.jp/images-item-page/page-1613.jpg

Bummer that one isn't the real deal, I've seen pics of them from the UK and Canadian toy fairs and they look good though.

[The Ripper]

Thanks for the news TSR

[Nut Bunnies]

I'm trying to figure out how the Eye of Sauron will have 38 POA.

[eggZistenZ]

These could be better. A company called Funrise has the license, and Gentle Giant did the sculpting. The line up will consist of:


Charlie Bucket
Willy Wonka
Veruca Salt
Violet Beauregarde
Augustus
Mike Tevee
Oompa Loompas
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v648/Posey_Prototype/Miscellaneous%20Pictures/1.jpg

[The Ripper]

Awesome news, too bad a major company didn't score the liscence.

[The Ripper]

News update coming, I'm so glad that this thread got a good response.

[Johann]

I agree the chocolate factory figs would have been nicer if they were done by a major company.. meh. As for the Sin City figs......DAMN!!!

[Sly Snape]

Where the hell are you getting these pictures?
All you have to do is search the web; it's not that hard if you have/take the time. ;) Ripper's just kind enough to do it for us. :)


I will be post some news in a couple of minutes regarding colour varitations.
News update coming.....
Guess you decided not to go with my suggestion of only posting the actual news.... not posts telling us you are gonna be posting news huh? (And didn't prune out the dozen or so old ones) :p

Dude, your post count is fine.... how 'bout tightening up the thread by not posting "filler" like that?? :confused:

[Sly Snape]

For Legend fans, here's a look at SOTA's planned Lord of Darkness figure.

http://www.sotatoys.com/images/products/np-darknessteaser.jpg

Supposed to stand just slightly over 20" tall! :eek:

[Sly Snape]

"Palisades Toys is proud to present their first series of action figures based on director Sam Raimi's 1993 cult-classic film, Army of Darkness. This horror/comedy/adventure/action/fantasy movie follows the adventures of Ash (Bruce Campbell) as he is transported back in time to 1400 A.D., where he must fight an army of Deadite soldiers, led by an evil version of himself, and retrieve the Necronomicon (the Book of the Dead) to return home. Now you can create your own Army of Darkness at home, with Palisades' new fully articulated and eye-poppingly detailed 4-inch scale action figures."

Series 1 is out now and includes:

Hero Ash/Deadite Scout 2-pack
Pit Witch/Deadite Centurion 2-pack
Knight/Deadite Pikeman 2-pack
Deadite/Deadite Footsoldier 2-pack

http://anthonyheald.com/toys/aod5.jpg
http://anthonyheald.com/toys/aod4.jpg
http://anthonyheald.com/toys/aod3.jpg
http://anthonyheald.com/toys/aod1.jpg

[Sly Snape]

http://www.necaonline.com/hitchlogo.jpg

"NECA is proud to announce the acquisition of the license for "The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy" from Buena Vista Pictures. Covering a large range of collectibles, from action figures to giftware, this film's high anticipation has collectors and Douglas Adams fans all lined up with glee. Expect a full line of detailed action figures, based on these timeless and legendary characters to go along with the film."

Marvin!
Marvin the Paranoid Android will be available in the Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy Action Figures Series. Marvin features a balljointed neck and shoulders, bending elbows, swivel wrists, hinge waist, and v-crotch articulation.
http://www.necaonline.com/marvinfig.jpg


In addition to the action figure series from Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy, Marvin will also be popping up on shelves as a 10 inch tall action figure. Featuring loads of articulation, light up eyes, and a film accurate sculpt, Marvin is going to be an awesome little/big addition to your collection. Look for Marvin to hit stores in April.
http://www.necaonline.com/marvin103.jpg

[Sly Snape]

HITCHHIKER'S UPDATE CONT'D

Arthur Dent
He's just a hapless six-foot tall ape decendant who was rescued from the Earth by Ford Prefect just before it was destroyed by a Vogon Constructor Fleet to make way for a hyperspace bypass. He travelled all over the galaxy, including doing a stint as Sandwich Maker on Lamuella, where he was briefly happy. Here is a brief look at poor Arthur Dent in action figure form.
http://www.necaonline.com/arthurfig.jpg

The Key to Your Survival
Take three of the most pinnacle items from "The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy" and what do you have? The Hitchhikers Survival Kit! Including a towel, Babel Fish, and homing ring prop replicas. Coming out this spring, don't be without your Survival kit!
http://www.necaonline.com/hhggkit.jpg

[Sly Snape]

GOTHIC
Gear 4 Games played host to a new upcoming line from bbi at the UK ToyFair, entitled Gothic, a line of 12" Goths. This 12" line is inspired by Goth culture and will consist of: Bonnie * Dark * Ugly * Angel * Bill.

http://anthonyheald.com/toys/gothic.jpg
http://webpages.charter.net/starstruc/gothicset.JPG

[The Ripper]

Thanks for all this info, as well today guys, 1/4 Scale Scarface is up for pre-order.

[Sly Snape]

NANCY: At age 11, skinny little Nancy Callahan was abducted by Roark Jr. and rescued by Officer John Hartigan. Now 19 years of age, she's grown up and filled out. She's the act everyone comes to see on stage at Kadie's Club, including the two men who changed her life eight years ago.

http://www.necaonline.com/nancypose.jpg

http://www.necaonline.com/nancy640.jpg

[Larson]

Here are some packaged shots of Palisades' X-files Palz:

Agent Scully
http://www.palisadestoys.com/buzzimages/Pack_Scully.jpg

Flukeman

http://www.palisadestoys.com/buzzimages/Pack_Fluke.jpg

Donnie Pfaster

http://www.palisadestoys.com/buzzimages/Pack_Pfaster.jpg

Deep Throat

http://www.palisadestoys.com/buzzimages/Pack_Deep.jpg

Agent Mulder
http://www.palisadestoys.com/buzzimages/Pack_Mulder.jpg

The Conundrum
http://www.palisadestoys.com/buzzimages/Pack_Conundrum.jpg

Melvin Frohike
http://www.palisadestoys.com/buzzimages/Pack_Frohike.jpg

Alien
http://www.palisadestoys.com/buzzimages/Pack_Grey.jpg
Ta-da...

[Larson]

And for Palisades animation part, here are some new pictures of their Fairly Oddparents line: http://www.action-figure.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=13796&mode=thread&order=0&thold=0

And their Adult Swim line (I don't think that pictures of this have been posted yet)

Phil Ken Sebben & the Bear
http://www.palisadestoys.com/buzzimages/Harvey1_Acc.jpg

Debbie & Quinn
http://www.palisadestoys.com/buzzimages/Sealab1_Acc.jpg

Brak's Mom and Dad
http://www.palisadestoys.com/buzzimages/Brak1_Acc.jpg

Master Shake & Mothmonsterman
http://ffmedia.ign.com/filmforce/image/ATHF_Accessories_1103783730.jpg

[Sly Snape]

OUTSTANDING info on the X-Files Palz, Larson!!! http://board.mezco.net/images/icons/icon14.gif

I had seen a couple of the figures, but not all of them and none in the packages. I will sooooo be all over those, especially The Conundrum & the Alien! :D

[The Ripper]

Thanks Larson, I'm glad others will contibute news as well.

[eggZistenZ]

Why does that one action figure set come with a urinal? I guess action figures need to use it too. http://board.mezco.net/images/smilies/tongue.gif

[The Ripper]

Oh I wanted to share the LOD pic oh well here is some news..

Mcfarlane has given us a looks into his Soilders.

http://www.azogscollection.com/mcfarlane/military%20(1).jpg

http://www.azogscollection.com/mcfarlane/military.jpg

http://www.azogscollection.com/mcfarlane/military%20(2).jpg

http://www.azogscollection.com/mcfarlane/military%20(3).jpg

http://www.azogscollection.com/mcfarlane/military%20(4).jpg

[The Ripper]

Now For My Faveorite Marvel Charcter..

http://www.azogscollection.com/pun1-4.jpg

[The Ripper]

http://www.azogscollection.com/pun1-4%20(1).jpg

Couldn't post all pics in one reply, due to size.

[The Ripper]

http://www.azogscollection.com/pun1-4%20(2).jpg

[The Ripper]

http://www.entertainmentearth.com/images/AUTOIMAGES/AC215lg.jpg

The Attakus Collection has always provided the highest quality Star Wars statues with the greatest detail. Their second Yoda features this wisest of Jedi Masters holding his lightsaber and ready to fight! Final height not yet determined, but this statue will be in scale to all of the other Attakus Star Wars statues. Limited to 1500 pieces worldwide!

[The Ripper]

Freddy Vs Jason Headknocker Set

http://www.blisterdirect.com/products/official/images/page/380.jpg


In addition to some other cool headknockers NECA will be doing...


RoboCop!!


http://www.blisterdirect.com/products/official/images/page/379.jpg

[The Ripper]

Japnese Ad reveils Rotocast Exclusives.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v116/Monkeyhouse/JapAd.jpg

[The Ripper]

More Sin City coming,

Sin City Fizzy Dice

http://images.tfaw.com/coversp/F/FEB053962I.jpg

and lunch boxes


http://images.tfaw.com/coversp/F/FEB053964F.jpg

[The Ripper]

Flask

http://images.tfaw.com/coversp/F/FEB053961I.jpg

Id Case and Lighter Set

http://images.tfaw.com/coversp/F/FEB053963U.jpg

[The Ripper]

<TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 width="100%" border=0><TBODY><TR><TD width=15 rowSpan=3></TD><TD width="100%" colSpan=3><TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 width="100%" border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top>Sin City Marv Ltd Ed Resin Statue

http://images.tfaw.com/coversp/F/FEB053966I.jpg

</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>And finally the wall scroll, or one of them

http://images.tfaw.com/coversp/F/FEB053969F.jpg

Yes I'm still the king!!!

[The Ripper]

Marv (no pun intended) would you make this a sticky??

[The Ripper]

Page 4 !!

[The Ripper]

News from anyone else??

[The Ripper]

I have seen series 3, but Sota Will Not Let Me Show Anything so..


http://www.horrorchannel.com/images/ltotl/np3.jpg

[The Ripper]

Mezco Cocept Boards From The Uk Toyfair.

http://www.horrorchannel.com/images/ltotl/uk008.jpg

[The Ripper]

The Devil’s Rejects”!! This line is due out this July and includes Otis, Tiny, Baby and Captain Spaulding. Baby will come with a shotgun, knife and oil drum.

http://www.horrorchannel.com/images/ltotl/baby.jpg