Sunday, April 27, 2008

Announcing Nintendo Collectibles From First4Figures!

Sideshow is excited to announce the opportunity to distribute the outstanding Nintendo collectibles of First4Figures from Legend of Zelda and Metroid: Prime!

SamusVaria Suit
Polystone Statue
Item Number: 6936
Manufactured by: First 4 Figures
Est. Ship Date: May 2008
Limited Edition: 2500

Product Summary
Sideshow Collectibles proudly presents the First 4 Figures Samus Aran's Varia Suit, the first collectible statue in First 4 Figures' highly anticipated suit series based on Retro Studio's Metroid Prime game trilogy. First 4 Figures has used the official game files in order to create an extremely accurate recreation of the Varia suit, with pose inspiration taken from official Metroid Prime Varia Suit artwork. Cast in high quality polystone, the statue is hand finished and hand painted with metallic paints to give an authentic representation of the suits. Comes packed in a foam interior full colored box with a card of authenticity.

Product Specifications
License: Nintendo
Product Type: Polystone Statue
Product Size: 8" H (203.2mm) x 12" W (304.8mm) x 7" L (177.8mm)*
Product Weight: 6.00 lbs (2.72 kg)*
Box Size: 14.00" H (355.6mm) x 12.00" W (304.8mm) x 9.00" L (228.6mm)*
Est. Shipping Weight: 6.00 lbs (2.72 kg)*
* Product size and weight are approximate values. Est. Ship Weight is an estimated value for U.S. shipping calculated by item, box and shipping materials. International (non-EU) shipping costs are based on dimensional weight,
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Manufactured by: First 4 Figures

Product Backstory
With the instantly recognizable bulky round shoulder piece, Samus Aran's Varia suit has served the interstellar bounty huntress well. Her Varia suit, with the ability to resist even the most extreme of temperatures, has helped Samus on her quest of aiding the Galactic Federation in defeating the Space Pirates and eradication of the deadly Metroids.


Metroid Gunship
Polystone Statue
Item Number: 6938
Manufactured by: First 4 Figures
Est. Ship Date: 3rd Qtr 2008
Limited Edition: 500

Product Summary
Sideshow Collectibles proudly presents the new First 4 Figures collection of models based on the different gunships in the Metroid universe. The first ship in the line up is Samus Aran's gunship based on the version seen in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, which First 4 Figures has painstakingly recreated from original game files. There are over 50 LED lights throughout the model. On the actual gunship, the windscreen and the four engines at the back all light up. When you turn off the lights, the LEDs very slowly turn off with a fading light effect. On the base, there are LEDs that create a circle light movement. The point where the ship connects to the base has a swivel joint, which lets you tilt and angle the ship to any position that you want. Each piece comes with a screwdriver to secure desired position. Please note, you cannot rotate the model on the joint or you will damage the internal wires. The LEDs are guaranteed to last for a minimum of 17 days of continuous use. Each piece comes in deluxe full-color packaging, hand numbered base, and includes a Certificate of Authenticity.

Product Specifications
License: Nintendo
Product Type: Polystone Statue
Product Size: 11.5" H (292.1mm)*
Product Weight: 6.00 lbs (2.72 kg)*
Box Size: 14.00" H (355.6mm) x 14.00" W (355.6mm) x 14.00" L (355.6mm)*
Est. Shipping Weight: 6.00 lbs (2.72 kg)*
* Product size and weight are approximate values. Est. Ship Weight is an estimated value for U.S. shipping calculated by item, box and shipping materials. International (non-EU) shipping costs are based on dimensional weight,
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Product Backstory
Samus Aran's gunship plays an important role in the Metroid games, serving as a save point and Samus primary means of hopping between various planets. Her gunship in Metroid Prime 2: Echoes closely resembles the ship from the games Metroid II and Super Metroid. The gunship is custom built for Samus on Aliehs III.


Skull Kid - Legend of Zelda
Polystone Statue
Item Number: 6935
Manufactured by: First 4 Figures
Est. Ship Date: May 2008
Limited Edition

Product Summary
Sideshow Collectibles proudly presents the First 4 Figures Skull Kid, the second collectible statue in First 4 Figures' Legend of Zelda collectible statue series! The pose captures the unimaginable power that the Skull Kid felt when wearing the mask. Accurately keeping scale with current and future statues in the series, the Skull Kid statue stands approximately 9 inches, including the base. Cast in high quality polystone, the statue is hand finished and hand painted. Comes packed in a foam interior full colored box with a card of authenticity.

Product Specifications
License: Nintendo
Product Type: Polystone Statue
Product Size: 9" H (228.6mm)*
Product Weight: 4.00 lbs (1.81 kg)*
Box Size: 12.00" H (304.8mm) x 7.00" W (177.8mm) x 7.00" L (177.8mm)*
Est. Shipping Weight: 5.00 lbs (2.27 kg)*
* Product size and weight are approximate values. Est. Ship Weight is an estimated value for U.S. shipping calculated by item, box and shipping materials. International (non-EU) shipping costs are based on dimensional weight,
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Manufactured by: First 4 Figures

Product Backstory
The Skull Kid was a curious little fellow, often finding trouble in the most unexpected of places with his fairy friends Tatl and Tael. One day in the forest, the trio happened to come across the most peculiar of people, a traveling mask salesman.When the merchant was paying him no mind, the Skull Kid took a very precious mask. This was no ordinary mask: this was a special mask. A dark and curious mask. This was Majora's Mask. Donning the strange artifact, the Skull Kid would harness a power far beyond his imagination. Little did he know, however, that he was to become a puppet, an unsuspecting pawn to the very mask itself. Possessed and corrupted, the once lighthearted and amusingly mischievous imp inadvertently unleashed a powerful and threatening force upon the peaceful inhabitants of Termina.

Now time is running nigh, as the will of Majora swiftly mobilizes its servant into drawing an ominous moon from the heavens on a collision course towards the helpless people below...
Manufactured by: First 4 Figures


Sheik - Legend of Zelda
Polystone Statue
Item Number: 6937
Manufactured by: First 4 Figures
Est. Ship Date: 3rd Qtr 2008
Limited Edition: 1500

Product Summary
Sideshow Collectibles proudly presents First 4 Figures' Sheik, the third collectible statue in First 4 Figures' Legend of Zelda collectible statue series. With a replica harp, the pose captures the mystery surrounding Sheik and her role in Link's song teacher. Accurately keeping scale with current and future statues in the series, Sheik stands at approximately 9 inches, including the base. Cast in high quality polystone, the statue is hand finished and hand painted. Comes packed in a foam interior full colored box with a card of authenticity. Highly limited at only 1,500 pieces available worldwide.

Product Specifications
License: Nintendo
Product Type: Polystone Statue
Product Size: 9" H (228.6mm)*
Product Weight: 4.00 lbs (1.81 kg)*
Box Size: 12.00" H (304.8mm) x 7.00" W (177.8mm) x 7.00" L (177.8mm)*
Est. Shipping Weight: 4.00 lbs (1.81 kg)*
* Product size and weight are approximate values. Est. Ship Weight is an estimated value for U.S. shipping calculated by item, box and shipping materials. International (non-EU) shipping costs are based on dimensional weight,
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Artists:
Siamak Roshani
James West

Manufactured by: First 4 Figures

Product Backstory
Who is Sheik, the mysterious character who plays such an important role in Link's quest in the Ocarina of Time? Part of the Sheikah race that populates Hyrule, Sheik comes with the distinctive Sheikah symbol of the eye and tear drop.
With Sheik's face concealed and voice muffled throughout Link's short encounters with Sheik, very little is revealed about the true origins and nature of Sheik...

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Lara Croft 12-inch Figure Now Available!

The latest addition to Sideshow’s Tomb Raider collectible line is now available for Pre-Order, the Lara Croft 12-inch Figure!

Lara CroftSideshow Exclusive Edition
12 inch Figure
Item Number: 28011
Manufactured by: Sideshow Collectibles
Est. Ship Date: 4th Qtr 2008
Limited Edition: TBD


Product Summary
Sideshow Exclusive

The Sideshow Exclusive version of the Lara Croft 12 inch Figure includes a unique feature available nowhere else: Excalibur Sword

The Lara Croft 12 inch Figure features:

  • Fully articulated female body with 30+ points of articulation
  • Authentic likeness of Lara Croft
  • Detailed 'signature' outfit with tank top and shorts
  • Detailed 'arctic' outfit with jacket and pants
  • 3 pairs of interchangeable hands
  • Backpack
  • Pistols
  • MP-5
  • Detailed belt with holsters
  • Grenades
  • Light
  • Flare
  • Grappling Hook
  • Binoculars
  • Headset
  • 12-inch Figure stand w/ the Tomb Raider logo
  • Sideshow Exclusive: Excalibur Sword

Product Specifications
License: Lara Croft
Product Type: 12 inch Figure
Product Size: 12" H (304.8mm)*
Product Weight: 4.00 lbs (1.81 kg)*
Box Size: 14.00" H (355.6mm) x 7.00" W (177.8mm) x 5.00" L (127mm)*
Est. Shipping Weight: 4.00 lbs (1.81 kg)*
* Product size and weight are approximate values. Est. Ship Weight is an estimated value for U.S. shipping calculated by item, box and shipping materials. International (non-EU) shipping costs are based on dimensional weight,
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Artists:
H
eath Hammond
Mike Najira
Trevor Grove
Jared Chapman
Tim Niver
Bernardo Esquivel
Mike Arbios
Jesse Lincoln
Seth Rinaldi
Kevin Ellis
The Sideshow Collectibles Design and Development Team
Manufactured by: Sideshow Collectibles

Product Backstory
After the death of her mother, Lara Croft was raised and mentored by her archaeologist father, Britain's Earl of Abbington. The disappearance of Lara's father and legal battle over his estate that followed left her the Countess of Abbington. Carrying on in her father's footsteps, Lara travels the world seeking ancient artifacts and historical sites, but not without receiving criticism in the archeological community. Though some scholars think Lara's methods brash and reckless, her findings have lead to discoveries of great historical significance. Her agility and strength give her the skill to collect well-hidden priceless artifacts while her beauty and high-society upbringing gain her many admirers. Tomb Raider: Legend was the first game in the Tomb Raider series to be developed in the U.S. by Crystal Dynamic. Lara was brought to new life with improved graphics and intricately animated moves and abilities.

Tomb Raider: Legend took Lara back to the tomb and shed light on the roots of her obsessions. In her quest to understand her mother's death in Nepal, Lara discovers the truth behind the legend of King Arthur's sword, Excalibur, as well as learning that her mother might not have died after all.

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Announcing the Premium Format Indiana Jones - ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’ Figure!

Sideshow Collectibles is excited to launch our new Indiana Jones Premium Format line with the premier Indiana Jones - Raiders of the Lost Ark Figure!

Indiana Jones - Raiders of the Lost Ark
Premium Format Figure
Item Number: 7192
Manufactured by: Sideshow Collectibles
Est. Ship Date: 4th Qtr 2008
Limited Edition: TBD


Product Summary
The Premium Format Indiana Jones figure presents the adventuring archaeologist as he appeared in Raiders of the Lost Ark, standing tall with the fertility idol and bullwhip in hand. Down to the tilt of his trademark fedora, each figure is sculpted to Sideshow's museum-quality standards and dressed in an expertly tailored real fabric costume that captures the essence of Dr. Jones. Each piece is hand-cast of high-quality polystone, hand finished and individually numbered.

Product Specifications
License: Indiana Jones
Product Type: Premium Format Figure
Product Size: 22" H (558.8mm) x 10" W (254mm) x 10" L (254mm)*
Product Weight: 12.00 lbs (5.44 kg)*
Box Size: 24.00" H (609.6mm) x 12.00" W (304.8mm) x 12.00" L (304.8mm)*
Est. Shipping Weight: 16.00 lbs (7.26 kg)*
* Product size and weight are approximate values. Est. Ship Weight is an estimated value for U.S. shipping calculated by item, box and shipping materials. International (non-EU) shipping costs are based on dimensional weight,
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Artists:
Greg Mowry of Geppetto Productions
Kevin Ellis
Heath Hammond
Anthony Mestas
Trevor Grove
Jared Chapman
Tim Niver
Bernardo Esquivel
Mike Arbios
Chadwick Andersen
Jesse Lincoln
Seth Rinaldi
Tom Gilliland
Erick Sosa
The Sideshow Collectibles Design and Development Team


Manufactured by: Sideshow Collectibles

Product Backstory
Indiana Jones is a world-renowned adventurer and professor of archeology. Known as the go-to-guy for artifact retrieval, Indy is frequently called to save priceless relics from falling into the wrong hands. His travels often put him at odds with dangerous rivals, battling enemies from power-hungry Nazis to voodoo priests. Jones pieces together mysterious clues, deciphers ancient maps and navigates deadly booby-traps in pursuit of worldly treasures. Armed with his trusty bullwhip and wit, Indiana Jones recovers priceless artifacts, charming damsels along the way.


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'HALO 3' PHOTOGRAPHY

12-inch Master Chief and Legendary Collection in Stores Fall 2008

We've got some new photos to share today, as we gear up for the release of more Halo 3 figures this fall.

12-INCH MASTER CHIEF

The ultimate soldier, MASTER CHIEF leads the charge against the combined threat of the vast alien armies of the Covenant and the all-consuming hunger of the parasitic life form known as the Flood. It is up to the Master Chief and his allies to save humanity from destruction, one battle at a time.

Now, with this 12-inch action figure from McFarlane Toys, you can help Master Chief finish the fight, once and for all.

Arriving in stores in September, the 12-inch Master Chief comes with assault rifle and grenade, and will be fully poseable, with 18 points of articulation and 26 moving parts.

A 12-inch Blue Spartan MARK VI will be available exclusively at Wal-Mart, also releasing in September.

>> 12-INCH MASTER CHIEF
>> 12-INCH SPARTAN MARK IV (BLUE) - Wal-Mart Exclusive

'HALO 3' LEGENDARY COLLECTION

We're excited to announce a new addition to the McFarlane Toys' family of Halo 3 toys. The new Legendary Collection is comprised of three highly detailed, non-articulated large-scale figures:

MASTER CHIEF
ARBITER
BRUTE CHIEFTAIN
Accurate down to the smallest detail, the Legendary figures are posed to re-create the look of in-game play. The line, available in specialty stores only, will be available in November.

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Series2 Indie Spotlight comic book hero toy pictures soon to be sharing shelves with Marvel Legends and DC figures.

Indie Spotlight is a new action figure series from Shocker Toys presenting independent comic book characters in 6-7” super poseable figure form with a full size pack in comic (They debuted at Toy Fair 2008). The 6” Comic Book action figures Series 1 features (Jim Valentino’s ShadowHawk, Rob Schrab’s Scud the disposable assassin, Terry Moore's Katchoo of ‘Strangers in Paradise’, David Mack’s Kabuki and MTV’s The Maxx an 8" Mega Figure”. Series1 will have an Isz packed in with each figure to complete a fight scene with The Maxx. The Maxx will be sold as a stand alone figure mega sized in the series and there will be a mail away figure Mr. Gone. Series 2 is set to consist of Dick Tracy, Zombie King (Deadworld), Jack Staff, Ignacia (Wildguard) and The Tick Mega Figure. Series2 will have different Tick related items like SPOON! with each character and an Arthur mail in figure. With the creators of each character involved, Indie Spotlight will strive to create the perfect version in each figure and connect fans to the creators on a more personal level. Focusing on classic characters as well as underground favorites and new arrivals to the panels, INDIE SPOTLIGHT will bring these icons of the Independent Comic Universe to comic shops all over the world and into the homes of the fans who have come to love them. For the first time ever, the likes of The Tick and Dick Tracy will stand toe to toe with Scud the Disposable Assassin and The Maxx! Retail price is $13.95 per figure and $14.95 for each Mega Figure. They are due out July of 2008 and will be carried by Toys R Us and Local Comic Book shops as well as direct.

Indie Spotlight features 20+ pts of articulation in every 6 inch scaled figure. President of Shocker Toys, Geoff Beckett stated "We want you to be able to recreate classic moments from your favorite comics so posability and accessories are key. Shocker Toys wants to have as close a relationship with the creators of each character as you have come to have over the years of reading their books, so our figures will reflect that. We also realize that Indy Spotlight will create it's own universe as it grows, so look for scale to play a big part in expressing the diversity from character to character with giant robots staring down super powered vixens and over muscled supermen going toe to toe with sickly, inhuman creatures..we'll have it all!" Other characters in the ever growing line up are Dr. Solar, The Lone Ranger, The Phantom, Retro Rocket, Bog the Swamp Demon, Nexus, The Moth, Earthboy Jacobus, Atomika, Robotika, Fist of Justice, Liberty Girl and much much more. The characters in the 6-7" action figure line willalso grace the new cute 2.5" mini block figures called Shockinis with an Indie Spotlight 8 character per series line up.

Other Toylines slated for Shocker Toys 2008

Metalocalypse Dethklok action figures, GWAR action figures, Indie Spotlight Shockinis, Who wants to be a Superhero? Shockinis and 6" Feedback and the ever popular customizable, interchangeable, paintable mini shockini block figures. The Spotlight has also become a brand on its own such as Horror Spotlight, Anime Spotlight, Manga Spotlight, Movie Spotlight, Gamer Spotlight and more to come.




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Friday, April 25, 2008

Best Buy & Mezco Team Up For South Park Exclusive

Mezco Toyz, renowned creators of action figures and collectibles, have teamed up with Best Buy stores, North America's number-one specialty retailer of consumer electronics, to offer two iconic figures from the award winning South Park series. The first figure is “Motorcycle Cop Cartman” dressed as a policeman from the fan favorite episode where he takes over for Officer Barbrady and enforces the respect his “Authority” upon all of South Park. The second figure is “Frozen Kenny” from the controversial episode where he meets one of his most unique demises. In a desperate bid to save the town’s hospital, Kenny finds himself electrocuted and frozen to an outdoor generator.These hilarious, fan favorite figures are available exclusively at Best Buy stores as well as on www.BestBuy.com and will be appearing in stores and online soon.
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Joe Quesada Presents An Exclusive Look at Amazing Spider-Man in MyCup o’ Joe Week 6

The debut of exclusive new pages from Amazing Spider-Man, a full colored lettered preview of Guardians of The Galaxy #1 and reaction to New York Comic Con are all in this week’s installment of MyCup o’ Joe at MySpace Comic Books. And just how will Stan Lee’s impromptu appearance affect Marvel’s Editor in Chief, Joe Quesada? Check out the exclusive video to find out! Joe Q also answers your fan questions and lets you know why you can’t miss Marvel Apes right at http://www.myspace.com/comicbooks!

Want to get in on the action? Head over to
http://www.marvel.com/cupojoe and http://www.myspace.com/comicbooks to leave your questions for Joe Q and he’ll answer them each and every Friday!

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Sold Out Issues of X-Force Return With A Vengeance

You wanted it, now you’ve got it! After an overwhelming demand for the sold out issues of X-Force #1-3, Marvel is proud to announce X-Force: Legacy of Vengeance, collecting the first three chapters of this red hot storyline! From the phenomenal writing duo of Christopher Yost and Craig Kyle (New X-Men), featuring, absolutely stunning art by rising star artist Clayton Crain, this X-Men; Divided We Stand tie-in reveals the future of mutantkind! Following the Earth-shattering events of the smash hit Messiah CompleX, Cyclops has put together a brand-new dark-ops team that only he and members Wolverine, X-23, Warpath and Rahne know about. There are lines that the X-Men have sworn never to cross, but the X-Men are no more and some enemies need to be dealt with -- permanently. This book has it all: Purifiers, the classic X-villain Bastion, and action that only a team led by Wolverine can bring. All this is wrapped in a new vibrant X-Force cover that you’ll need to see to believe!

Francis Davis of FractalMatter.com says “X-Force is a compelling must read.” and Kevin Powers of Comicsbulletin.com says “Anyone who likes mutants, military operations, Wolverine-esque violence and pure bad-assery is sure to love this title, because you get all of that rolled into one.”

The events in Messiah CompleX shook the X-Men to their core and this special one-shot is a perfect look into how the all-new, all-different X-Force take on their first mission—but will they survive the X-perience? Don’t miss your chance to catch up on these sold-out issues in X-Force: Legacy of Vengeance!

X-FORCE: LEGACY OF VENGEANCE (MAR088081)
Written by CRAIG KYLE & CHRIS YOST
Penciled by CLAYTON CRAIN
Cover by CLAYTON CRAIN
Rated T+…$4.99
FOC—5/08/08, On-Sale—5/28/08


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Organic Hobby, Inc releases two new figures as a part of Kaiyodo’s “Revoltech Series, “Revoltech Lazengann (Gurren Lagann),” “Revoltech Toro – New F

After the successful releases of the first generation of Revoltech’s figures, Organic Hobby, Inc in conjunction with Kaiyodo proudly introduces its two new product for the U.S. market, “Revoltech Lazengann” and “Revoltech Toro (New Faces Limited Edition).”
● The concept of “REVOLTECH” is an innovative joint system that allows the figure(s) to demonstrate any kind of dynamic and realistic pose unlike any other PVC action figure.
● Not only can advanced “figure modelers” demonstrate “cool” and almost real poses for each “REVOLTECH” figure but also the consumers as well.
● Organic Hobby, Inc in conjunction with Kaiyodo will release every month, two to three new character figures as part of the “REVOLTECH Series.”

The following two figures set to be released in June with a SRP of $24.00 are:

- Lazengann is based on a Japanese shōnen anime television series animated by Gainax and co-produced by Aniplex and Konami known as "Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann (or Break-Through Heaven Gurren Lagann" or more loosely "Heaven Shattering Gurren Lagann). Meaning "Spiral Face", the Lazengann is Lord Genome's personal Gunman. It is very similar to the Gurren-Lagann and has the same abilities that the Lagann can use (by extension, it also proves immune to being controlled by the Lagann Impact attack). However, it is much stronger and can use more powerful drill techniques, as well as defend against the Gurren-Lagann's techniques with ease. The figure is 5-6" tall and has 38 articulation points with 11 joint parts (+ inner body joint gives facial expression to his chest face). "Revoltech Lazengann" comes equipped with interchangeable accessories and parts (1 long distance drill, 2 different chest parts includes for a normal & revealed version, 4 optional hands, 1 display base and a special bonus "Gurren Wings' pylon" for Revoltech Gurren Lagann). By buying this figure, you will be able to built & complete "Revoltech Gurren Lagann" flight mode.





- Toro (New Faces Limited Edition) is a fictional character created by Sony Computer Entertainment. It first appears in July 1999 as the main character in the video game Doko Demo Issyo (also written as Doko Demo Issho, meaning "Together everywhere") on the miniature game console called PocketStation, produced by the same company. The figure is 5-6" tall and has multiple articulation points. "Revoltech Toro (New Faces Edition)" is being re-introduces with a compilation of brand new redesigned faces. The figure comes equipped with interchangeable faces & a display.

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Who Returns To Make Ghost Rider’s Life a Living Hell?

GHOST RIDER #23 (MAR082179)
Written by JASON AARON
Art by ROLAND BOSCHI
Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC
Parental Advisory …$2.99
FOC—5/01/08, FOC—5/21/08


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