BBTS to have Animated Lugnut and Grimlock Early

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Seibertron.com's own RodimusConvoy13 gave us an update he received via email from site sponsor BBTS.com.

Looks like Transformers Animated Grimlock and Lugnut will be out earlier than expected, scheduled to release with the rest of the Animated figures in June 2008. The update is as follows:

Hi - Here is a quick update from http://www.bigbadtoystore.com about
another batch of exciting new preorders, and a variety of new arrivals.


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ARRIVING SOON:
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TRANSFORMERS ANIMATED: Hasbro has just shipped out our complete order for
the first wave of Deluxe figures - Prime, Lockdown, Bumblebee, and Prowl,
and the first and third waves of Voyager Class figures - Megatron,
Starscream, Bulkhead, Grimlock, and Lugnut! We have preorders available
for all these figures, and all orders you place now will ship in about a
week after the shipment comes in.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=1632


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NEW PREORDERS:
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TRANSFORMERS HENKEI SEEKERS
If you were unfortunate to have missed out on Classics Thundercracker
because of his Botcon-only status, never fear! Takara is releasing
special editions of Thundercracker and his fellow seeker Skywarp, and
we've got pre-orders listed for the set as well as each individually. Of
course these ones are likely to be chromed somewhere, but that's just a
bonus.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +exclusive


GX-43 SOUL OF CHOGOKIN - DAIMOS
The newest release in the Soul of Chogokin die-cast line from Bandai is
Daimos, from "Brave Leader Daimos," the anime sequel to Combattler V and
Voltes V. Thanks to Bandai, now you will be able to have Daimos in your
collection with his brothers in iron. Take a look at this die-cast
warrior and his accessories on his pre-order page here - $179.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


REAL ACTION HEROES: MUTT WILLIAMS
Newly announced by Medicom, this brand new character from "Indiana Jones
and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" can now join the Real Action Heroes
Indiana Jones and Henry Jones figures in your collection. This figure
comes with accessories such as his sword and leather jacket, and has an
excellent likeness to Mutt Williams actor Shia LeBeouf. Get your
pre-order in today at $139.99
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TRANSFORMERS UNIVERSE SILVERBOLT
Hasbro has announced that Silverbolt will be the next in the new Universe
line of Ultras. You can place a pre-order for this great jet, or go ahead
and pick up a case which includes one Silverbolt and a Powerglide to keep
him company.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TF UNIVERSE IMPORT G1 REPAINTS - POWERGLIDE, SILVERBOLT, ONSLAUGHT
Not to be outdone, Takara has also made an announcement - they're bringing
us import repaints of the Universe Ultra Wave! Now you can have your
choice of looks - the new Hasbro Universe versions, or these G1-style
paintjobs that more accurately reflect the designs from the original
cartoon, or grab them both for even more fun - these are $54.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=4770


MEZCO 12" JASON VOORHEES
MEzco's newest Cinema of Fear outing is this great cloth-costumed Jason
Voorhees figure. Standing 12" tall, this machete-wielding maniac comes
with a removable mask and other accessories, a great deal at only $32.99
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


LOTR DARK COUNSEL DIORAMA
Another great entry in Sideshow's Lord of the Rings diorama line, this
piece shows Theoden, King of Rohan, with his ear bent by the slimy Grima
Wormtongue, who was sent by Saruman to weaken the forces of Rohan. Check
this figure out here -
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


COOL GIRL DEUNAN KNUTE V2, CG13 VIS
Two more releases from Takara, the Cool Girl line continues to excite with
their well-articulated, well-accessorized 1/6 scale figures. The new
pre-orders are for Deunan Knute from Appleseed Ex Machina in a new style,
and CG-13, the mysterious warrior all loaded for bear. Check out these
great new Cool Girl figures here -
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


PREMIUM FORMAT BRUCE LEE
Possibly the greatest martial arts figure of our time, Bruce Lee was loved
by millions, and had a successful movie career until his sudden demise
before the release of "Enter the Dragon," his final film. Thanks to
Sideshow's Premium Format figures, you can now enjoy the Kung Fu warrior's
calming presence in your collection.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


NEW IMPORT POWER RANGERS
The new Power Rangers Sentai series "Engine Sentai Go-Onger" is very
popular in Japan, and with the announcement of the american version,
"Power Rangers R.P.M.," comes a new wave of toys for the line. You can
choose fromthe new Engine #9, the Jumbo Whale, or the new DX Engine
Daishogun, a samurai-styled redeco of the original DX Engine-O. Take a
look at these new toys here -
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


MINI MAG DISPLAY SYSTEM
Have you got a great collection of opened figures, but you're tired of
re-standing them every time one falls? The new Mini Mag Display System
may be for you. This system is a combination of magnet-bearing small
footstands for either 3-3/4" or larger figures, and a mutli-level metal
stand for the magnets to 'attach' to. With this system you can display
your figures in any style you want, with your heroes hanging upside down
or walking on walls. Check this system out
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=4769

CHARLIE BROWN ; RUDOLPH NEWS
Round Two is bringing us more holiday goodness this year with new Peanuts
and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer figures! You can choose from the
Snoopy Costume Trio, or two new talking playsets from "A Charlie Brown
Christmas," and on the Rudolph side we've got a talking figure set, as
well as the 16 inch tall Humble Bumble Set with Yukon Cornelius. Take a
look at these great figures today -
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... tegory=924
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


TORCHWOOD MUGS
From our friends in the U.K. come these new mugs with images from the hit
sci-fi show "Torchwood." You can choose from Captain Jack alone, the
whole team, or with Gwen, or turn the tables and make the good Captain
play second fiddle to Gwen on our Gwen ; Jack mug. Enjoy your favorite
beverages in style.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=4768


NFL SPORTSPICKS 2008 - WAVE 1, 2, 3
McFarlane Toys has announced a new numbering system for their NFL
Sportspicks line for the new year. Instead of numbered waves, the whole
year's worth of figures will now be labelled "Sportspicks 2008" and will
be divided into three shipping waves. The final wave's lineup has been
announced as Clinton Portis, Donald Driver, Jay Cutler and Marian Barber,
so you'll want to take a look at the waves and get your pre-orders set up
early.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... picks+2008


JUNGLE QUEENS - PALEOZOIC PEGGY
The first statue in a new line called "Jungle Queens," the Paleozoic Peggy
statue shows the lady in question searching the horizon as she's carried
by a large brown ape. This well-sculpted statue is limited to 250 pieces
worldwide, so check her out today -
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


INDIANA JONES FEDORA ; KEYCHAIN
We've got a couple of new accessories available to celebrate the new
Indiana Jones movie. If you're looking for a small momento of the flick
you'll want to check out the Crystal Skull keychain, a pocket-sized
version of the treasured relic from the film. On the other end of the
spectrum we've got a replica felt fedora just like Indy's available in hat
sizes small to extra large. You can get an eyeful of these new items here
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http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... nes+Fedora


JOHNNY LIGHTNING DUKES OF HAZZARD ; STAR TREK VEHICLES
More announcements from Johnny Lightning! Following up on their first
assortment of die-cast Star Trek vehicles, the new wave includes a Borg
Cube complete with explosions, the U.S.S. Yamato, the U.S.S. Excalibur,
and the U.S.S. Voyager with Borg modifications. We're waiting on pics
yet, but Star Trek fans will know that this wave is a must-get
collectible.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


BUSOU SHINKI LIGHT ARMORS
The latest wave of Busou Shinki toys
is the light armor wave, and this assortment includes Light Armor Valona
and Light Armor Welkstra. We're waiting for pics on these two figures as
well, but we have no doubt that fans will want to place pre-orders for
these today.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... ight+Armor



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NEW ARRIVALS:
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LEGEND OF THE BLADE HUNTERS WAVE 1
Todd McFarlane's newest release is Wave 1 of the Legend of the Blade
Hunters figures. In addition to the excellent King Draako box set, we've
also got the Ogre, Basilisk and Dragon Rider figures as singles, or you
can pick up the set of four to get the Eternal Dragon figure as well.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=4019


RESIDENT EVIL LEON, RPD LEON
We've got a new shipment of Hot Toys' Resident Evil 1/6 Scale figures, and
they're all ready for shipping. We have both original Leon and RPD
Edition Leon in stock, as well as Krauser, Krauser Transformed, and
Chainsaw Killer, all in scale. Take a look at these great figures here -
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=1660


HEROES WAVE 1
From the hit superhero show comes the first wave of figures, and we've not
only got the set of five listed which includes Mohinder, Claire, Peter,
Sylar and Hiro, but we've also got Sylar and Hiro listed separately, if
you'd like to pick them up singly.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=4321


GI JOE COMIC 2-PACK WAVE 4 ; SINGLES
The newest wave of the G.I. Joe Comic Two-Packs has just arrived, we now
have stock available for two of the three new sets including Shipwreck vs
Copperhead, and Storm Shadow vs Firefly.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


STAR TREK: THE WRATH OF KHAN WAVE 2
We've just received our shipment of Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan Wave 2
figures, and they look great! We've got them listed as a set of four,
including the Previews exclusive Commander Uhura figure, as well as
Captain Spock, Lieutenant Saavik and Regula-1 Kirk figures. Don't miss
out on these great figures that are in scale with previous STar Trek DST
releases!
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


WARLORDS MOVIE MASTERPIECE STATUES
"Warlords" is a new action movie based on the Qing Dynasty tale of the
assassination of Ma Xinyi. Already released in Asia, this movie stars Jet
Li as the tragic leader, and was recently released in the United States.
Now you can enjoy these poseable figures based on the characters Zhao Er
Hu and Jiang Wu Yang, along with a variant Jiang Wu Yang figure. Check
them out today -
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=4305


HOT TOYS WILL TURNER, SAO FENG
Hot Toys' excellent Pirates of the Caribbean figures continue with the new
"At World's End" Will Turner Movie Masterpiece figure. This figure has a
great likeness of Orlando Bloom, and comes with accessories such as sword
and scabbard, knife and sheath, and pistol, as well as his cloth costume
and necklace. He's joined by Hot Toys' limited edition Captain Sao Feng
variant figure, which includes pants, robe, sash and scarf. Check out
these new arrivals here -
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


RAH MAGNETO
Finally, the Master of Magnetism gets his own Real Action Heroes 12"
figure! This 1/6 scale figure features Magneto in his classic armor
costume, complete with removable helmet. As with all of the RAH figures,
this one boasts excellent articulation and detail. Pick one up today!
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


18" PREDALIEN
Hot Toys keeps 'em coming! This new Movie Masterpiece figure is based off
of the hybrid monster from "Alien Vs. Predator: Requiem" and has all of
the creepy details and articulation we've come to expect. This 18" figure
will not fail to impress - check him out -
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


1:1 SALACIOUS B. CRUMB STATUE
The monkey-lizard jester of Jabba the Hutt's court, Salacious B. Crumb
finally comes in to his own with this life-sized polystone and fiberglass
statue. He comes with a pillow and an optional display base, and he'll be
happy to keep a beady eye on your stuff. Take a look at this great new
statue today -
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


"THE TREACHERY OF SARUMAN" DIORAMA
Sideshow Toy continues to produce excellent dioramas based on the classic
fantasy trilogy-turned-movie-trilogy. This time out we've got the
"Treachery of Saruman" diorama, featuring the immoral wizard casting his
surprised fellow Gandalf into imprisonment after Gandalf made the mistake
of trusting him with knowledge of the One Ring. Add this great set to
your collection today!
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail


INDIANA JONES VEHICLES
We now have all three 3-3/4"-scaled vehicles in stock from the new Indiana
Jones movie. In addition to the mighty Jungle Cutter vehicle, we've got
the Cargo Truck and Troop Car as well, so round out your Indy collection
with these great vehicles today!
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=4585


SUPERHERO SQUAD ASSORTMENTS
Two new waves of Marvel mini-figures for your collecting pleasure! From
the regular line comes an assortment consisting of Wolverine ; a Hand
Ninja, Ares ; Thor, Carnage and Ben Reilly and Spider-Man ; Hobgoblin.
The Hulk assortment continues from the movie line, branching out into the
Marvel Universe with figures like the Thing, She-Hulk, Grey Hulk and Black
Bolt.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/sear ... +Series+08

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu ... egory=4597


STAR WARS MIGHTY MUGGS WAVE 4
Hot on the heels of Wave 3 comes the next assortment of Star Wars Mini
Muggs. Wave 4 includes Bespin Luke (complete with black eye!) and Yoda
for the good guys, and Emperor Palpatine and General Grievous from the
dark side of the Force. These cute little guys are all the rage, so take
a look at them today!
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/prod ... ode=retail



Thanks for your interest in http://www.bigbadtoystore.com - be sure to check out
some of the recent vintage department listings as well as some of the many
new items above.

Thanks!

Joel ; The BBTS Crew
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com

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