21st May 2012

G.I. Joe 12″ 2012 Convention Set reveals the birth of Cobra!?

What the what?

Okay, I realize it’s most likely because I’ve been in the process of packing and moving and being sheltered in my in-laws, but why am I not seeing or hearing more discussion about this?  Along with the Oktober Guard vs. Iron Grenadiers set from the 2012 G.I. Joe Convention, the collectors’ club also revealed their 12″ Adventure Team set in totality…

…and wow!

It certainly looks like the folks from the GIJCC are starting to make that final leap to tie in the Real American Hero continuity with the 12″ and Adventure Team continuity.  And I LOVES it.  Well, I would love it if I had the extra greenbacks to spend on it, but as it stands, I’ll simply love it from afar.

Many folks will remember that back in 2010, the Collectors’ Club added a 12″ Henchman to their convention set, which caused a mighty stir among both the Real American Hero and the 12″ crowd.  This Henchman was obviously an operative from MARS and represented the first “bad guy” to really be showcased in the old school 12″ scale.  Last year, the story was built upon a little bit more, and this year, the Collectors’ Club seems to be jumping in feet first, continuing their Adventure Team story, and once again showing off a MARS bad guy, with a distinctly familiar look to him!

Tell me that’s not Cobra.  Tell me the Collectors’ Club isn’t starting to connect even more dots between MARS and Cobra, and isn’t merging the 12″ universe with the Real American Hero one even further.  That is truly awesome stuff right there.

Another very cool aspect of the set is the whole mummy bandage “bio wrap” concept.  One of the great storylines from the old Adventure Team figure line involved a Mummy, and by making this interesting “Bio-Wrap” suit, the Collectors’ Club is paying great tribute to the old Mummy concept, yet still maintaining a somewhat realistic twist to it.  You can actually dress the MARS Trooper there in the Bio Wrap suit to simulate a mummy.

This set is pretty awesome.  So, obviously, as a Real American Hero fan, you can’t just check out the 3 3/4″ Convention Set on GIJoeCon.com, now you have to check out the 12″ set as well, as they ramp it up year after year, and now with Con Sets from 2010, 2011, and 2012, and with the Incentive Man of Evil figure, the Collectors’ Club has started establishing a terrific continuity that the 12″ universe hasn’t necessarily had.  I think it’s great.

New Orleans can’t get here soon enough!

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7th May 2012

What’s on Joe Mind Episode 53 is online!

The past few episodes of What’s on Joe Mind have been somewhat of a whirlwind…between the big 50th Episode, the special edition focusing on G.I. Joe: Retaliation, and our one year anniversary we’ve been trying to do a lot of special things.  Well, episode 53 the guys get back to basics a little bit, bringing 12″ aficionado Ace Allgood back to the show and beginning the push towards JoeCon 2012!

I unfortunately had to sit this one out as my hectic business trip to Kansas City left me with strep throat, but I’m looking forward to listening to it with the rest of you guys!  Check out the newest episode on our Podbean page, or listen via the embedded player below.  As always, show notes are after the jump.

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3rd May 2012

G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club “Man of Evil” – A guest review!

It’s the end of times!  A G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club exclusive review on GeneralsJoes and it’s of the 12″ figure!

Truth be told, I thought both exclusives this year were pretty darn cool, and many fans agreed with me, including Twitter friend Chad Lawless who was extremely cool enough to do a review of this great looking figure for me.

Check out the review at my G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club section, and click the link directly below.

Great review by Chad!  Meanwhile, you can expect a review of Footloose by yours truly within the next 24 hours!

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1st May 2012

G.I. Joe Convention 12″ Adventure Team set theme revealed!

Shame on me for not mentioning this sooner… I know there are a lot of devoted 12″ fans out there, and this year’s 12″ Convention Set looks like a potential winner!  Marketed as a “Last Man Standing” set, it apparently comes with two figures and an “Adventure Team heavy weapons” theme.  Loving the box art.

Keep checking GIJoeCon.com for the latest details, and I’ve also mirrored an image of the box art below.

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20th April 2012

Hot Toys Captain America up for Pre-Order on Sideshow Collectibles!

Okay, I know I usually stick to the G.I. Joe side of the house, but I am absolutely in love with these Hot Toys Avengers figures, and I figure other Joe fans might be, too.  Pre-Orders just went live for Captain America!

Check out the mirrored image below.

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18th April 2012

BBTS NEWS: Takara TF, Bandai, Koto, 1/6 Scale & More!

Hi – Here is a quick update from BBTS about a variety of cool new preorders as well as some fresh new arrivals. Facebook Twitter

 

TAKARA TRANSFORMERS PRIME, UNITED ITEMS 

We have just listed many new Transformers Prime and United items from Takara. The Arms Micron line continues with Darkness Megatron, Vehicon Jet, Autobot Swerve, Airrachnid, Gaia Unicron and Iron Hide, and they are priced at $29.99 – $64.99 each. The Arms Micron figures get then own subline of kits, with the first twelve entries priced at $7.99 each. The EZ line adds the Energon Driller with Medic Knockout at $64.99 and Ultra Magnus at $15.99. Finally, Transformers United adds three new items – EX Combat Master Prime Mode and EX Jet Master Prime Mode at $79.99 each as well as EX Roller Master Vs. Chopper Master at $64.99.

MOVIE MASTERPIECE 1/6 SCALE CITY HUNTER PREDATOR 

This character from “Predator 2″ has an all-new head sculpt, interchangeable palms, weapons, accessories and a display stand. It is listed at $199.99, $20 off the MSRP.

TRANSFORMERS KABAYA DX FORTRESS MAXIMUS WAVE BOX OF 8 

The latest announcement from Kabaya is a new wave of minifigures with parts to assemble a deluxe Fortress Maximus figure in any of his three forms. We are waiting on further detail concerning the packout and pricing, but for now we have the Box of 8 listed at $49.99.

NEW BLUEFIN BANDAI ANNOUNCEMENT 

This month’s Bluefin announcement has arrived, chock full of Bandai Japan items. We have new listings for Gundam Model kits like the Unicorn Banshee Unit 02 Master Grade, 1/144 Scale Zaku I Sniper, Marasai, Juaggu and Nemo Unicorn versions, Gundam AGE kits and an SD Knight Gundam. In addition, we have two new Grand Ship Collection kits, a restock of the 10″ and 12″ Rotary Mirror Top Display Stands and some Kamen Rider figures.

MASS EFFECT PLAY ARTS KAI FIGURES 

We have just relisted these figures. We are still waiting on domestic pricing verification, but we have new color pictures of these figures and their weapons, and they are currently priced at $69.99 each. We will let you know if there are any price changes.

NEW KOTOBUKIYA ITEMS 

The latest announcement from Kotobukiya includes two new Frame Arms kits as well as a Zone of the Enders Jehuty kit, a Muv-Luv Shiranui Yuya Bridges kit and an Ani-Statue of Makoto Kikuchi from The Idol Master. Besides these items, Bishoujo figures of Tekken’s Asuka Kazuma and DC’s Wonder Woman and Harley Quinn are also included, priced at $53.99 – $54.99 each.

HALO 4 SERIES 01 FIVE-PACK 

McFarlane Toys has just announced a new Five-Pack from the upcoming Halo 4. it includes a new Master Chief plus four more secret figures, and is listed at $59.99.

MAD MONSTER PARTY ACTION FIGURE SERIES 01 – SET, SINGLES 

The Rankin-Bass cult classic is finally getting its own action figure series. The first assortment includes the Baron, Dracula and Frankie, and we have them listed as singles at $18.99 each, or as a set of three for $52.99, saving you $13 off of the MSRP.

NEW DIAMOND MAY ITEMS 

In addition to the Mad Monster Party figures, Diamond has a number of new items this month. The Universal Monsters Retro Cloth line gets a third series with the Bride of Frankenstein and the Creature from the Black Lagoon, and they are available as a set of two for $31.99 or singly at $16.99 each. American McGee’s Alice from Alice: Madness Returns is the next addition to the Femme Fatales line and is listed at $39.99, $5 off the MSRP. Halo 4 has its first Minimates set with the Series 05 Box Set, priced at $15.99. The Star Wars Anakin Skywalker Bust Bank is designed from the Clone Wars Animated version and is listed at $19.99. The fourth Series of Minimates Vehicles consists solely of a special Black-and-White version of the Munsters’ Koach, complete with Herman in a leather outfit, and it is listed at $13.99. Finally, Lenore is the subject of a 7″ PVC figure, priced at $42.99.

UNDERWORLD DEATHDEALER PISTOL REPLICA SET 

Selene’s Lycan-killing Deathdealer pistols are now able to join your collection through this replica set from Hollywood Collectibles. They come with a display base, and are priced at $199.99 for the set.

ROUND TWO MODEL KITS 

We have just listed or relisted a number of model kits from Round Two. From the Three Stooges and KISS to sci-fi ships and dinosaurs, we have something for everyone – take a peek at the list of pre-orders and grab your favorites.

STAR WARS CAPTAIN REX PREMIUM FORMAT FIGURE 

Anakin’s Clone Trooper Captain is the subject of the newest 1/4 scale Premium Format statue. It stands over 18″ tall with gun extended into the air and is listed at $339.99, $10 off the MSRP.

BRAVE GOHKIN 37 BIG SHOOTER EXCLUSIVE VERSION 

This new exclusive version comes from our colleagues at ToysHunter.It in Italy. In addition to the original version of Big Shooter, it also includes Miwa and Hiroshi on what appears to be a flying bike. This special set is listed at $369.99.

LEGO LIFE OF GEORGE IPHONE/ IPOD TOUCH COMPATIBLE GAME 

This new LEGO game has you assembling two-dimensional items out of bricks and can work with your iPhone or iPod Touch to verify them. It works with one or two players and we even have a video on our page to show you how it is done. This new interactive award-winning game is listed at $29.99.

POWER RANGERS GO-BUSTERS ZORDS & FIGURES 

Seven new listings are up from the new Tokumei Sentai Gobusters line. We have the DX Go-Buster Ace and DX Beet at $73.99, with the Stag Beetle at $46.99, the Movie Exclusive Buster Machine Frog at $48.99 and the DX Buster Heracles Set at $119.99. In addition we have Cheeda Nick and Gorizaki Banana SSBL figures with sound – they stand about 6.5″ tall and are priced at $43.99 each.

ULTRAMAN TRANSFORMING EGGS 

Bandai Japan has a new line of Ultraman transforming eggs. In addition to thirteen different characters ranging from $7.99 – $14.99 each, there is also a new listing for an Egg Liner Train that changes into a base for your figures, and is listed at $69.99.

REVOLTECH GURREN LAGANN WITH GURREN WING 

This new version of Gurren Lagann includes a new flying wing in addition to his drill, alternate hands and head, a display stand and more. It is priced at $37.99.

DOCTOR WHO PANDORICA VERSION FIGURES 

The figures that originally came with the sides of the Pandorica will now be available singly. We have the Cyberman Pandorican Guard, Screaming Angel, Amy Pond, Roman Auton, the (Eleventh) Doctor and a Silurian Warrior listed, with each figure of this special run priced at $19.99.

STRIKE WITCHES ARMOR GIRLS PROJECT FIGURES 

The Armor Girls Project is branching out into the Strike Witches. The first two entries are Yoshika Miyafuji – Shin Den Version and Mio Sakamoto, and we have each set listed at $48.99.

KOTOBUKIYA ANI-STATUE REISSUE 

Kotobukiya is going back to the factory to reissue three of their most popular ani-statues. From Steins Gate comes Kurisu Makise, who is listed at $71.99 ($8 off the MSRP), while Shining Wind offers Clalaclan Philias and Kureha, each at $53.99 ($6 off the MSRP).

MONOPOLY 50TH ANNIVERSARY DOCTOR WHO, JAMES BOND 

Diamond Select and Winning Moves are collaborating to bring us 50th Anniversary versions of James Bond Monopoly and Doctor Who Monopoly. Each set is listed at $49.99.

KAMEN RIDER FOURZE S.H. FIGUARTS MODULE SET 03 

You can complete your collection of Modules with this quintet. It contains Gatling, Chainarray, Shield, Stealth, and Winch with parts for Boost Hooker extension, and we have the set listed at $33.99.

DC NEW 52 BUSTS – BATGIRL, GRIFTER 

We have new information on these busts as well as new images. They are now supposed to release in August, and each bust is listed at $59.99, saving you $10 off of the MSRP.

NEW HARCOS ITEMS 

A bunch of new items by Harcos are now up for pre-order. We have marshmallow Magical Uni-Horns, New Flavors of Nuclear Energy Powder, a Luck Energy Potion, Foaming Zombie Candy, Dried Zombie Skin, Zombie Pea Brains, Dead On Zombie Targets and Crusty Zombie Toenails. If you’re not sure what Zombie items you may like, the Zombie Products Kit includes a little of everything, so give it a try!

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG IMPORT T-SHIRT 

This novel t-shirt show a segment of a Sonic the Hedgehog video game level, complete with all the details from the game. We have the shirts in Small through Extra Large, and they are priced at $42.99 each.

STAR WARS GICLEES 

We have listed four new giclees from Acme Archives. We have Confined and Size Matters Not listed at $112.99 each, with Desert Vigil and Smuggler’s Hideaway priced at $148.99 each.

DOCTOR WHO DALEK DESK PROTECTOR 

This new infrared-scanning unit plugs into a USB port and says one of four Dalek sayings/noises when it senses someone getting close to the area it protects. It is priced at $42.99, $2 off the MSRP.

ANNOYING ORANGE 

The Bridge Direct has a number of Annoying Orange items up for pre-order. We have the 1.25″ Mini Kitchen Crew Three-Pack Case of 12 listed at $89.99, the 1.5″ Talking Plastic Keychain Figure Case of 12 at $89.99 and 2.25″ Talking Plush Clip-On Case of 12 at $89.99. The Case of 12 2.5″ PVC Talking Collectible Figures is listed at $99.99, as is the 3.5″ Talking Plush Case of 12.

E.T. FIGURE SERIES 01 SET 

This new set from NECA includes Galactic Friend E.T. with shawl and Reese’s Pieces as well as Dress Up E.T. with dress, wig and hat. We have the set of two listed at $33.99.

ULTIMATE COLLECTOR SERIES 09 LIMITED EDITION SERIES 09 – CASES, SINGLES 

The ninth series in the World of MMA Ultimate Collector line has arrived. Each case of 6 figures is listed at $84.99, with Assortment A including one each of Jason Miller (TUF Edition) and Chris Leben and two each of Nick Diaz and Cain Velasquez (Championship Edition with Belt). Assortment B includes one each of Jason Miller (TUF Edition) and Ben Henderson and two each of Nick Diaz and Cain Velasquez (Championship Edition with Belt), while Assortment C (the specialty retailer version) includes one each of Jason Miller (TUF Edition), Chris Leben, Don Frye (Pride Edition), Ben Henderson, Nick Diaz (Pride Edition) and Cain Velasquez (Championship Edition with Belt). In addition, we also have the Limited Edition case for Series 09, which is listed at $174.99, and the singles of Ben Henderson (WEC Championship Edition) and Chris Leben (with T-Shirt), priced at $24.99 each.

DARKCHILDE 16″ COMIQUETTE 

This new statue shows Illyana Rasputina in her new leather-dressed form from her recent return to Marvel Comics. She comes complete with the giant axe she wielded on her cover appearance and is listed at $259.99, $10 off the MSRP.

GAMBIT LEGENDARY SCALE BUST 

This 13″ tall bust of the X-Men’s resident thief is out in time to coincide with the announcement of his new solo series. It shows him in his trenchcoat and costume with hair blowing in the wind, and we have it listed at $214.99, $10 off the MSRP.

GI JOE 12″ ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FIGURE 

This heavy gunner figures comes with multiple weapons as well as a whole complement of uniform parts and accessories. We have it listed at $129.99, $5 off the MSRP, so don’t miss out on this updated version of the classic character.

MARVEL 3.75″ GREATEST BATTLES COMIC TWO-PACKS 

We have restocked a number of items under the Greatest Battles Two-Pack line. We have the 2011 Series 04 Set of three, including Spider-Man & Captain Britain, Gambit & Mr. Sinister and Thanos & Adam Warlock, and they are priced at $62.99. The 2011 Series 04 Revision 01 Set of four includes the previous three two-packs and adds Daredevil & Bullseye, and is listed at $79.99. In addition to these, we have singles available of Wolverine & Captain America and Thor & Iron Man, priced at $8.00 each.

INDIANA JONES MAP ROOM 12″ FIGURE ENVIRONMENT 

This environment is a great way to display your 12″ Indiana Jones figure, GI Joe figures or other 12″ figures. It measures 25″ long by 15″ high by 15″ wide and includes an Egyptian figural drawing on the outside wall as well as the sculpted city on the floor. This piece is listed at $189.99, $10 off the MSRP.

12″ SCALE R2-D2 

Gentle Giant’s line of 12″ Kenner reproductions continues with the diminutive Droid R2-D2. This figure stands about 7″ tall and we have it priced at $71.99, $8 off the MSRP.

STAR WARS CLONE WARS 2012 WAVE 01 – CASE, SINGLES 

We have received a small shipment of the first wave of 2012 Clone Wars and have a number of leftover figures. We have the Aqua Battle Droid, Plo Koon, Mace Windu, Anakin Skywalker and a Kashyyyk Warrior all available, priced at $10.99 – $11.99 each. In addition, we have the Wave 01 Case of 12, which is priced at $109.99, and adds figures like Savage Opress, Cad Bane, Yoda and more.

ARMOR PLUS KORIN NO SEIJI EXCLUSIVE 

This figure, also known in the U.S. as Sage from the Ronin Warriors, comes with a complete set of armor, signature weapon and a display stand upon which to store the armor when not in use. This figure is listed at $179.99.

REVOLTECH ALPHONSE ELRIC 

The little-brother-turned-armored-giant from Fullmetal Alchemist is the latest Revoltech figure to be released. He comes with alternate hands, an alternate head, a display stand and an energy effect and is listed at $46.99.

PHICEN FEMALE SEAMLESS BODIES 

We have five different female seamless 1/6 scale bodies in stock. These come with either large or small chests as well as alternate hands and an outfit and are priced at $72.99 each.

Thanks for your interest in www.bigbadtoystore.com and be sure to check out some of the many cool new items shown above.

Thanks!

Joel & The BBTS Crew
www.bigbadtoystore.com

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29th March 2012

Guest Review – Sideshow Collectibles 12″ Rock N Roll

Big props to GeneralsJoes Twitter friend Chad Lawless who has come through in a big way and sent along a very thorough review of the recently released Sideshow Collectibles 12″ Rock N Roll.  Featuring a set of new muscular arms, some fantastic accessories, and a great design, Rock N Roll is a terrific addition to the Sideshow Collectibles’ G.I. Joe team.

Check out the link below to see this great guest review, and  follow Chad Lawless on Twitter for more G.I. Joe insight as it happens.

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15th March 2012

Sideshow Collectibles updated Snake Eyes with Timber PRE-ORDER is LIVE!

Many of us have been drooling over it since images were first revealed a couple of days ago, and now is your chance to hit up Sideshow Collectibles and place your pre-order!!  G.I. Joe Collectibles Snake Eyes and Timber Sixth Scale Figure Set comes complete with two heads, one for his Commando version, and one for his familiar visor look, and is totally decked out in military paraphernalia.  Not only that, but he comes with a fully articulated Timber the wolf to boot!

The Sideshow Exclusive version even comes with a swappable portrait for Timber as well.  Click on the banner below to hit up the pre-order and get yours today!

Snake Eyes and Timber Sixth Scale Figure Set - Sideshow Exclusive

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13th March 2012

Sideshow Collectibles Snake Eyes v2 Gallery and Pre-Order Info

We were one of the sites last week to break the news that Sideshow Collectibles was on the verge of announcing the pre-order for a new version of the venerable G.I. Joe commando ninja Snake Eyes!  Well, the figure will be up for pre-order on March 15th (that’s Thursday), and Sideshow has posted the full gallery today!

This figure carries a hefty price tag, but comes with a ton of accessories as well as a fully articulated Timber.  That’s right…  Fully.  Articulated.  Timber.

Hell, the Sideshow Exclusive even has a swappable portrait for the wolf.  Impressive, most impressive!

I’ve mirrored just a few images below, but the full blown gallery can be seen at Sideshow Collectibles, and keep your eyes peeled here on GeneralsJoes for when the pre-order goes live!

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8th March 2012

Sideshow Collectibles reveals updated 12″ Commando Snake Eyes

And wow, is it a beauty.

Taking a page from Hasbro’s handbook, Sideshow is riding the coat tails of G.I. Joe’s most popular character, the enigmatic Ninja commando Snake Eyes…but also like Hasbro, they’re doing such a great job giving him updated looks that even the most disparaging fan can’t help but be at least a little impressed.

Featuring his classic look and an awesome Commando aesthetic, this quick peek at G.I. Joe’s most infamous member already has my mouth drooling.  Plus he comes with Timber!  Sideshow announces a more in depth look at the Production Blog on March 13th, with pre-orders launching next Thursday, March 15th.

Get your keyboards ready, this one could be a hot one.  Check out the sneak peek right here, or simply the mirrored image below.

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