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After the closure of Hasbo Toy Shop, they promised that they would be launching a far better shopping experience at some point in the future. That time is now, as Hasbro Pulse, formerly their collector oriented news portal, has been re-branded into their online shop. they are positioning the site to be the destination for Hasbro branded products, promising to keep the site up to date, as well as offering new services.

Not only can you buy in-stock items or pre-order upcoming releases, they have launched Hasbro Pulse Premium. In some ways, it’s their answer to Amazon Prime. With Hasbro Pulse Premium, you get free standard shipping in the continental US, members specific discounts, and future perks that have yet to be announced. Right now, if you buy anything from the service, you are automatically enrolled for the remainder of 2019. Starting on February 24th, it will be a $50 annual fee.

They already have some new items up for pre-order. This includes a surprise Transformers X Ghostbuster Ecto-1 Figure! Other new pre-orders include Fortnite Nerf Guns, as well as upcoming figures from just about every Hasbro property. Check out everything else by visiting Hasbro Pulse.

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In an interview with Kerrang!, Coheed and Cambria singer and guitarist Claudio Sanchez revealed the band is getting their own figures. They are teaming up with NECA to develop action figures of Coheed and Cambria. The figures, if they are of the band members, will likely be part of the 8″ scale clothed figure line. He does mention his Amory Wars comic series as something he would like to see in action figure form as well. Right now, the figures are in the prototype stage, and the band is hoping to have something to reveal soon. If and when we hear something else, we’ll share an update. You can check out the video below, and the relevant section kicks off right before the 48 minute mark.

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We’ve received an update from Icon Heroes, announcing some of their new collectibles and licenses for Toy Fair 2019. In the update, we get our very first look at their 6″ scale Karate Kid figures! They also announced a number of new licenses including Robotech, Netflix’s Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Friends, Golden Girls, and Riverdale. Check out the update below, and see the included promo images by clicking the headline of the story.

Karate Kid 6 inch Action Figures
From the hit 1984 film The Karate Kid comes Daniel Larusso and Johnny Lawrence 6 inch scale action figures!  Each action figure features an incredible likeness of the actors along with a whopping 29 points of articulation, additional heads and hands for maximum poseability and fun!

Robotech 12 inch Scale Statues
Our new line of Robotech 12 inch scale polystone statues feature iconic VF Battloids with rotating head and additional arms that can be posed at many different positions.  Each statue stands on an insignia base, is hand painted, individually numbered and includes a Certificate of Authenticity.

Golden Girls Bobbleheads
Rose, Dorothy, Blanche, and Sophia are getting the bobblehead treatment with our 8 inch scale bobbleheads!  Look for different versions of each character!

Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
We will be producing statues/non-articulated figurines, cloth action figures, and bobbleheads of characters from the hit Netflix show Chilling Adventures of Sabrina starting with Sabrina herself! Look for different iterations of the teenage witch and other popular characters!

Riverdale
We will be producing statues/non-articulated figurines, cloth action figures, and bobbleheads of characters from the hit CW series Riverdale starting with Archie, Jughead, Veronica, and Betty!  More characters and different versions of each character will follow.

Friends
We will be producing statues/non-articulated figurines of characters from one of the all-time classic comedy series Friends. Look for different versions of Rachel, Ross, Monica, Chandler, Phoebe, and Joey!

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We’ve received a new press release from Eaglemoss Hero Collector. They have a bunch of newer items up on their store, and are prepping for new reveals at Toy Fair 2019. They shared a preview of their new WWE Championship Series, some new Star Trek Busts and Ships, new Battlestar Galatica Ships, and new new Wizarding World of Harry Potter Statues.

Check out the press release and the new photos after the jump.

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Pre-orders are now going live for the upcoming Labyrinth – Jareth: The Goblin King “Magic Dance” Version from McFarlane Toys. The figure was announced last month, and now we have a couple of images and full details. Jareth stands 7″ tall and includes a whip and small Goblin. The figure carries a retail price of $19.99, with a release set for June.

Directed by visionary Jim Henson and executive produced by George Lucas, Labyrinth , has garnered a cult popularity since 1986 and is still revered in today’s era as a timeless classic. Stuck babysitting her brother, teenager Sarah, resentfully wishes The Goblin King (memorably portrayed by David Bowie) can take him away. When her wish comes true, Sarah must head into the Labyrinth herself to save him. A mystical figure possessing powers of transformation, Jareth, is the Goblin King of the Labyrinth. This Detailed 7-inch scale collectible Jareth action figure depicted in his outfit from the iconic “Magic Dance” musical number includes movie accurate whip and miniature goblin accessories! Designed with 12+ points of articulation for dynamic posing, the figure is showcased in Labyrinth themed window box packaging.

Pre-order Links – Entertainment Earth • Big Bad Toy Store

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We have our first look at the Planet of the Apes ReAction Figures Wave 2 from Super 7. This assortment goes up for sale on Wednesday, February 20th. The assortment includes a mix of figures from throughout the entire original film series. Not only are their 3.75″ figures, but a 5.75″ tall Lawgiver statue. Check out the info below, and see the photos by clickign the headline of the story.

Super7 x Planet of the Apes (Original Films) returns with the Wave 2 ReAction Figures assortment! This new 3.75-inch collection will be out next Wednesday (2/20) with Astronaut Cornelius (from Escape from the Planet of The Apes), General Aldo (from Battle for the Planet of the Apes), Mendez XXVI (from Beneath the Planet of the Apes), Gorilla Soldier – Patrolman (from Planet of the Apes), Gorilla Soldier – Hunter (from Planet of the Apes), and the Lawgiver 5.75-inch Statue (from Beneath the Planet of the Apes)! The carded figures feature new and original card art by Ed Repka and the Lawgiver comes in retro-style packaging and all of the figures come with accessories. “Ape shall never kill ape!”

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We’ve received a new press release from our friends at Diamond Select Toys, dropping a major bombshell on the toy and collecting community. They have announced plans to buy a good portion of the assets of Gentle Giant, LTD. This includes all of their licenses (yes, even Star Wars), the manufacturing and distribution! They do not take over any of their movie related business, just everything related to toys and collectibles. There’s a lot to take in. Check out the press release below.

Diamond Select Toys to Purchase Gentle Giant, Ltd. Assets

Both Diamond Select Toys and Gentle Giant Ltd. have long been known for delivering high-quality busts, statues and action figures to collectors worldwide. Now, fans can get the best of both worlds, as DST finalizes the purchase of select assets of Gentle Giant, taking over manufacturing and distribution of many of the company’s key lines.

Beginning February 1, Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles, LLC, will assume operations for all of Gentle Giant’s existing licenses, and release previously developed and newly created busts, statues and scaled-up vintage action figures. Any in-progress and future products will be offered to retailers through the Previews catalog, published by DST’s sister company Diamond Comic Distributors.

Gentle Giant’s collector club, the Premier Guild, will continue to operate, with exclusive items for members and reserved access to certain products. DST has pledged to fulfill any outstanding exclusives and rewards to current members, and to expand on the club’s scope going forward.

“This is a great moment for DST,” said Diamond Comic Distributors owner Steve Geppi. “The unification of many of Gentle Giant’s licenses and built-in fan base with DST’s sales and distribution channels is a recipe for success. Two wonderful companies uniting talents to produce the best of the best.  I am confident the final product will be well received by both companies’ wonderful supporters and customers.”

“It is a great honor for Gentle Giant to continue our strong creative relationship with Diamond,” said Karl Meyer, VP of Entertainment at 3D Systems. “With great pleasure, I am personally thrilled to have DST uphold the Gentle Giant Ltd brand and work with our artists in bringing entertainment magic from the screen to the collectors’ hands.”

“I have been a longtime fan of Gentle Giant’s products, and I am excited to continue their legacy,” said DST president Chuck Terceira. “Once we’re up and running, we plan to deliver seamless service of existing product lines, so expect to see the same level of quality, with the added bonus of DST’s broad distribution.”

In addition to resin busts and statues, DST produces Gallery PVC Dioramas, Select action figures, Minimates mini-figures, Vinimates vinyl figures, D-Formz PVC figures, prop replicas and vinyl banks.

Diamond Select Toys & Collectibles, LLC, was formed in 1999 by sister company Diamond Comic Distributors as a source of collectibles for all ages, developed primarily for the collector’s market. It has enjoyed relationships with a number of content producers, including Lucasfilm, Disney, Marvel, Warner Bros., Sony, CBS, Legendary, PopCap, EA and many more.

Check out a quick FAQ from Diamond Select Toys after the jump. It details what some of the changes will be, and clarifies what they have acquired.

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With their latest Toy Fair 2019 previews, Mezco Toyz has announced a new line of figures called 5 Points, which seems to be aimed at competing with ReAction style figures. As the name implies, these will be simplified figures with 5 points of articulation. While figure scale isn’t mentioned, it’s a safe bet these will be between 3.75″ and 4″ tall. The first two figures revealed are Birdman and Elias Kingston from the Scooby Doo Where Are You? cartoon. See the images after the jump.

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McFarlane Toys has added an official product page for their upcoming Game of Thrones Drogon Deluxe Figure. Drogon will be 6″ tall, with a 13″ wingspan and will include a display base. The figure will include articulation in the legs, neck, and wings, as well as a bendable tail. The figure will be priced at $27.99 with a release set for June. See more details below, and a few photos after the jump.

Game of Thrones Drogon Deluxe Figure

Along with his brothers Viserion and Rhaegal, Drogon was raised since birth by Daenerys Targaryen, and is also the Mother of Dragons’
personal mount. Named after Daenerys’s late husband Khal Drogo, Drogon is distinguished by his black and red colored scales, and redblack
wings.

PRODUCT FEATURES: 

  • Incredibly detailed figure of Dragon as seen in hbos critically acclaimed series Game of Thrones
  • Features bendable tail with movable legs, wings, and neck allowing for customizable posing
  • Drogon’s wings span 13-inches wide and features up and down movement
  • Dragon measures 6-inches H x 13-inches W x 9-inches D when fully displayed on base
  • Figure is showcased in window box collector packaging

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Prime 1 Studio debuted numerous new items at Winter Wonder Fest 2019. These include a few all-new licenses as well. There will likely be more items revealed by Prime 1 throughout the weekend. We’ll update this post with new items as we see them. Check out the list below, and the photos after the jump.

Jurassic World and Jurassic Park

  • Indominus Rex
  • Spinosaurus
  • Brachiosaurus
  • Velociraptor

Street Fighter V

  • Ryu 1/4 Scale Statue
  • Ken 1/4 Scale Statue
  • Akuma 1/4 Scale Statue

Evil Dead 2

  • Ash Williams 1/3 Scale Statue

DC Entertainment

  • Batman Ninja – Sengoku Joker
  • Batman Year Zero Version
  • Robin and Superboy 1/3 Scale Statue
  • Arkham City – Batman
  • Justice League 3000 Batman
  • Injustice 2 – Braniac 1/4 Scale Statue
  • Injustice 2 – Superman 1/4 Scale Statue
  • Injustice 2 – Wonder Woman 1/4 Scale Statue
  • The Dark Knight Rises – Bane
  • Gotham by Gaslight – Batman 1/5 Scale Statue
  • Batman Inc. – Batman 1/5 Scale Statue
  • Harley Quinn

Predator

  • Predator 2 – City Hunter Predator
  • Dark Horse Comics – Big Game Hunter Predator

Shadow of the Colossus

  • First Colossus – Valus
  • Third Colossus – Gaius

The Nun

  • Possessed Nun – Valak

Gantz:O

  • Reika

Alita: Battle Angel

  • Berserker Alita

Tekken 7

  • Jin Kazama 1/4 Scale Statue

IT 2017

  • Pennywise 1/2 Scale Busts
  • Pennywise 1/2 Scale Statue

Berserk

  • Guts 1/3 Scale Statue

Alien

  • Big Chap Alien Head Trophy

Photos from Prime 1 Studio and @spacehomura.