SIDESHOW COLLECTIBLE NEWS: 12" GANDALF THE GRAY! DREAMS DO COME TRUE!

Gandalf the Grey 12-inch Figure - Sideshow Exclusive Edition
The Lord of the Rings 12-inch Figures
12 inch Figure (Item No. 92211)

Limited Edition TBD
Est. to ship 3rd Qtr 2008

Your Price: US $89.99
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SIDESHOW EXCLUSIVE EDITION
The Sideshow Exclusive version of the Gandalf the Grey figure includes a unique feature available nowhere else: Balin's journal!

Sideshow Collectibles is proud to introduce Gandalf the Grey as the latest character in the line of 12-inch Lord of the Rings figures.

The 12-inch Gandalf Figure includes:

12-inch male body with 30+ points of articulation
Authentic likeness of Ian McKellen as Gandalf the Grey
Shirt
Tunic
Pants
Robe
Cloak
Hat
Boots
Woven belt with buckle
Detailed leather belt
Pipe
Tabacco pouch
Glamdring Sword
Scabbard
Wizard Staff
Wizard Staff with Crystal
Haversack
Two interchangeable sets of hands
Sideshow Exclusive: Balin's Journal!
Display base with The Lord of the Rings logo
As a member of the Istari, the ancient and powerful Gandalf the Grey is sent to Middle-earth to orchestrate the forces of light against the growing darkness. Gandalf is a trusted ally and provides wise counsel to the many peoples of Middle-earth. First to discover the true nature of Bilbo's Ring, Gandalf guides Bilbo's heir, Frodo Baggins, to Rivendell. There, Frodo takes up the responsibility for the Ring's destruction. Guide and mentor to Frodo in his quest, Gandalf leads the Fellowship of the Ring on the path to the fires of Mount Doom.









As the Fellowship of the Ring ventures deep within the Mines of Moria, they are confronted by one of the most powerful and evil beings in all of Middle-earth, a Balrog. Narrowly making their way across a vast chasm and near to the exit from Moria, the fellowship is overtaken by the beast of shadow and flame. Only the magic and might of Gandalf the Grey is strong enough to save Frodo and his companions. Standing firm in the path of danger, the noble wizard fends off the Balrog as the others escape certain death. The Balrog falls deep into the mines, and though he saves the fellowship, Gandalf is not able to escape the fiery whip of the Balrog. Urging Frodo and the Fellowship to carry on, Gandalf the Grey falls into the abyss.

Though his mortal body is sacrificed, Gandalf the Grey is strong in spirit, deep in wisdom, and skilled in magic. His words as Frodo's friend and mentor continue to guide Frodo as the Fellowship of the Ring ventures to save Middle-earth. His mission to unite the forces of the light is left unfinished, but hope lives on with Frodo and Aragorn.

DIAMOND SELECT TOY NEWS:1:4 SCALE STAR WARS, NOW INDIANA JONES!

If Adventure Has A Name... It Must Be Indiana Jones!
Under a new licensing agreement announced today, Indiana Jones fans and collectors will see several new lines of collectibles in 2008 from Diamond Select Toys. Partnering with Lucas Licensing, a division of Lucasfilm Ltd., DST will design and manufacture large-scale roto figures along with bust banks, figural banks and feature banks, among other categories based on the rich and diverse Indiana Jones franchise!

The Indiana Jones Ultimate Quarter Scale line will include characters from all four feature films. Each figure will include cloth outfits and accessories as well as an authentic sound clip from the massive Indiana Jones franchise. This line of hyper-detailed and super poseable figures will begin this summer with Raiders of the Lost Ark Indiana Jones.

Additionally, DST will expand into new categories including banks based on fan-favorite characters and scenes with a variety of features. New lines of bust-style banks and unarticulated figural banks will begin in 2008, blending detailed action-packed sculpts with traditional bank designs. A companion line of feature banks will include everything from sound and voice effects to coin-activated motion features such as whip attacks and booby-traps from the iconic films!

With Indiana Jones joining the likes of the best-selling Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica, Stargate SG-1, Stargate Atlantis, Planet of the Apes and Transformers, be on the lookout for the very best in sci-fi toys and collectibles on display during this year’s Toy Fair!

HASBRO TOY NEWS: MORE GI JOE ACTION FIGURES!

G.I. JOE COUNTS DOWN TO BIG SCREEN DEBUT BY HIGHLIGHTING CLASSIC FAN FAVORITE TOYS IN 2008

Hasbro’s Toy Line Focuses on “G.I. JOE vs. COBRA” Fantasy from the 1980s


With the first-ever full-length G.I. JOE feature film from Paramount Pictures in association with Hasbro, scheduled to land in movie theaters in August of 2009, Hasbro enlists an entire regiment of new G.I. JOE vs. COBRA figures and comics to reinforce its wildly popular 25th Anniversary line.

The 2008 toys tap into two fan favorite components from the 1980s: the popular cartoon series and the 3-3/4-inch scale vehicles. In addition, the classic 12” scale figure returns this Fall with a kid-focused line that helps introduce a new generation of fans to the G.I. JOE vs. COBRA fantasy prior to the saga hitting multiplexes around the world next year.

G.I. JOE PRODUCTS

G.I. JOE vs. COBRA 3-3/4-inch Entertainment Battle Packs





(Approximate retail price $19.99; Ages 5 & up; Available: June 2008 with additional waves throughout the year) Images from the classic 1980s G.I. JOE cartoon series are captured in the new battle packs, which include a 5-episode mini-series DVD and 3 to 4 highly articulated 3-3/4-inch figures pulled from these episodes. The five packs slated for June release are: The MASS DEVICE, WEATHER DOMINATOR, ARISE SERPENTOR ARISE, PYRAMID OF DARKNESS, and G.I. JOE THE MOVIE (1980s).



Collect all 5 packs for your chance to build the Cobra MASS Device from the GI Joe Cartoon Series!





G.I. JOE vs. COBRA Vehicle Assortment







(Approximate retail price $14.99: Ages 5 & up; Available: June 2008 with additional waves throughout the year) G.I. JOE fans regularly state that “more vehicle offerings” is at the top of their product wish list. Due to the success of the 25th Anniversary line of 3-3/4 inch figures, their wish will be granted, with the introduction of vehicles to the G.I. JOE vs. COBRA battle. In 2008, this new vehicle line will update and upgrade several of the fan-favorite 80s vehicles, such as COBRA CLAW. and ARMADILLO TANK VS. SERPENTOR’S CHARIOT.


*Also includes Serpentor


*Also includes Breaker




G.I. JOE vs. COBRA 3-3/4-inch Single Packs



(Approximate retail price $5.99; Ages 5 & up; Available: Now, with additional waves throughout the year) In 2008, Hasbro will launch seven waves of action figures -- featuring 40 figures in all -- throughout the year. The figures include a base stand featuring the character’s name and are designed with high levels of articulation to provide kids hours of interactive fun with their favorite G.I. JOE characters. The action figures are also packed in vintage 80s-style packaging.



G.I. JOE vs. COBRA Comic 2-Packs



(Approximate retail price $9.99; Ages 5 & up; Available: Now, with additional waves throughout the year) One of the most popular comics of the 1980s returns to the toy aisle with brand new stories written by G.I. JOE legend Larry Hama. Each G.I. JOE vs. COBRA comic 2-packs comes with a full-sized comic, along with two 3-3/4-inch figures designed to look just like their comic iterations. Twelve unique packs -- each containing two figures -- will arrive at stores throughout 2008.



G.I. JOE vs. COBRA 12-Inch Figures



(Approximate retail price $14.99; Ages 5 & up; Available: Wave 1 - June 2008; Wave 2 - Aug. 2008) In 2008 the G.I. JOE vs. COBRA fantasy will once again make the leap from the 3 ¾’’ scale to the 12’’ scale which put of G.I. JOE on the map in 1964. This new assortment combines the saga of G.I. JOE vs. COBRA with a more “realistic” feel expression in the uniforms and gear. Wave 1 figures include Dusty, Cobra Trooper, Flint and Bazooka, but other figures like Snake Eyes and Cobra Commander will be appearing later.

HASBRO TOY NEWS: GI JOE TARGET EXCLUSIVE VEHICLES!

Target Exclusive Vehicles Revealed
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of GI JOE vs Cobra, Target will be featuring three of the greatest vehicles of the 80’s with an updated look and exclusive anniversary figures. Vehicles will be available this spring, only at Target.



The HISS Tank with Cobra Driver: One of the most signature Cobra vehicles ever comes with an exclusive Cobra Trooper Driver.



Night Specter with Grand Slam: An update of the original SHARC with Grand Slam, one of the original GI JOE figures from 1982.



AWE Striker with Crankcase: When you need to hit Cobra fast, the AWE Striker is the only way to travel and Crankcase is the only GI JOE to get you there.

JAKKS PACIFIC NEWS: GOO GUNS COME TO RETAIL!

JAKKSTM IS BLASTING FUN NEXT FALL with
MEGA SHOTTM GEL SHOOTER



JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (Nasdaq: JAKK)
introduces the Mega ShotTM gel shooter line of action toys, a new way for kids
to be active outdoors by incorporating the sport of Paintball with fun slimey goo.
Appealing to a wide array of players, Paintball is a popular outdoor sports
activity that, according to the Sporting Goods Manufacturer's Association,
draws an estimated 5 million players annually in the United States alone. The
JAKKSTM Mega Shot line is a great safe introductory Paintball game that
provides kids gobs of fun with cool, futuristic-looking and vibrantly colored
blasters that shoot loads of gooey green slimey goo!

Kids can entertain themselves! The Mega Shot BlasterTM Single Pack is a single player game pack
that allows kids to play independently for hours blasting bugs outside, their favorite toys or the bulls-eye
target! The Single Pack features a double barrel sci-fi designed blaster that shoots over 40 feet of fun
and has a centered crosshair target for an awesome aim. The Mega Shot Blaster Single Pack includes
1 Mega Shot Blaster gun, cool goggles and 2 bottles of slimey goo. Ages 7+, Suggested Retail Price:
$24.99

The Mega Shot BlasterTM 2-Pack doubles the fun and allows kids to challenge their friends to a gooey
game of oozy paintball with slime! Kids can create their own competition by inventing the rules of
engagement with their opponents, and then continually setting the mark higher and higher to perfect
their game! The Mega Shot Blaster 2-Pack features 2 Mega Shot Blaster guns with sci-fi design, cool
goggles and 4 bottles of slimey goo. Ages 7+, Suggested Retail Price: $39.99

Go green at any age! The Mega Shot Quick-ShotTM Pack is geared for younger kids to allow them to
engage in the world of green goo with a more entry-level pistol that safely shoots over 30 feet. With the
Mega Shot Quick-Shot Pack, kids can entertain themselves silly by dispersing bright green slimey goo
on their toys or older siblings too! The Mega Shot Quick-Shot Pack features 1 Mega Shot Quick-Shot
pistol, 1 pair of bright neon green-colored goggles and 1 bottle of slimey goo. Ages 7+, Suggested
Retail Price: $14.99

With Mega Shot Refill Packs, kids can keep their gooey battles going and going as the competition
grows amongst their friends and family members. The Mega Shot Refill Packs include 4 Mega Shot
refill bottles. Ages 7+, Suggested Retail Price: $7.99

All Mega Shot product ingredients are non-toxic and washable. The Mega Shot product line is expected
tol be available at retailers nationwide for Fall 2008.

ONELL DESIGN NEWS: NEW CRAYBOTH EXPANSION OF THE GLYOS SYSTEM!

New Figures from Onell Design’s Glyos System Series

Onell Design announces the newest addition to the Glyos System Series toy line: The Crayboth. Harkening from the Sporian Planet Alcray, these creatures use their energy-disrupting abilities and advanced psychic communication to protect themselves from off world invaders.

Each figure stands 1.5” tall and has four points of articulation. All parts are fully interchangeable with the Glyos System Series figures. The Crayboth have the same high-quality, super-durable PVC construction that the Onell Design figures are known for. These figures are available in ten different color styles, from solid and clear to glow-in-the-dark.

The Crayboth come packaged in five different 2-packs, featuring a double window box design, mini catalog and collector card. The 2-packs retail for $8 each.

In addition to the new Crayboth figures, Pheyden and Exellis have also been re-released in all new colorways. Six new styles are now available, three for Pheyden and three for Exellis. More styles will roll out in late March. These figures now retail for $8 at www.onelldesign.com.










These two glow in the dark!
Visit the Onell Design Store

HOT TOYS NEWS: ROCKY 3 - ITALIAN STALLION ACTION FIGURE!

Hot Toys - MMS 61 - ROCKY III - 1/6th scale ROCKY collectible figurine (Italian Stallion version)






The 12-inch Rocky Balboa figure, stands approximately 31cm tall, includes:

Hot Toys muscular body with over 22 points of articulation
Real fabric costume with shorts, socks, and the “Italian Stallion “ yellow robe
Boxing gloves
A pair of interchangeable hands
Boots
Title Belt
Towel
Authentic Stallone portrait
12-inch figure stand with the Rocky III logo and Rocky Balboa nameplate





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Release date: Q2, 2008