Roadblock joins Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow in the Hot Toys line-up for G.I. JOE: Retaliation, and damn, you can almost smell what the Rock is cooking with that head sculpt – it’s about as good coming out of the chute as I’ve seen from Hot Toys. He comes with weapons that snap into his brass knuckles – the toy-inspired gimmick that didn’t fit the character to me, but you can ignore it and just have a kick-ass Roadblock.
G.I. Joe Retaliation: 1/6th scale Roadblock Collectible Figure
In view of the popularity of the Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow collectible figure, Hot Toys is proud to present a new addition to our MMS series from the action packed G.I. Joe Retaliation – the 1/6th scale Roadblock Collectible Figure. Roadblock is a force to be reckoned with and the Cobra should think twice before taking on the great one.
Based on the iconic brand from Hasbro, the movie-accurate collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Dwayne Johnson as Roadblock in the movie, featuring a highly detailed head sculpt, finely tailored costume and weapons.
This version comes with both the commando goggles and the visor looks for Snake Eyes, and it’s also billed as a “Sideshow exclusive,” which comes with two different head sculpts for Timber. And while I still haven’t seen Retaliation, I suspect that the movie Snake Eyes doesn’t have a Timber watching his back, even in the sequel. As with all my impulse buys, I didn’t do a lot of thinking before I pulled the trigger, and now I’m left in a quandary over how to acquire the Sideshow version of Storm Shadow. So far I’ve looked on eBay, and it doesn’t look like it will come easy.
By the way, the TAX20 code is good through the end of today, 4/16, so stop by Sideshow Collectibles to see if there’s something you want to pick up for a little bit less than normal. Happy shopping!
I’ve been getting email from Toys R Us advertising their “lowest prices of the season” during the two-day sale today and tomorrow – pushing deals at their bricks and mortar locations. While my local TRU has got deals on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Spider-Man, and Star Wars in-store, that doesn’t mean online shoppers are left out in the cold.
This week, the customs scene on eBay was overloaded by some pretty impressive custom Transformers. The list was dominated by the G.I. JOE crossover Overlord, which has broken $1K with five days still remaining in the auction.
In AFP’s Border Patrol, we scour active eBay auctions for customized action figures that you won’t want to let slip by!
Transformers G.I. JOE Overlord by GetRightRobot – this massive custom includes a 26-inch Night Raven, a HISS Tank, and vintage Zartan and Zarana figures – no wonder the price is skyrocketing – ends Mar 31, 2013 18:04:56 PDT
MASS EFFECT SSV NORMANDY SR-2 18″ SHIP REPLICA
This new 18″ version of the SSV Normandy SR-2 rests atop a specially-designed base. It is limited to 1500 pieces worldwide and is priced at $239.99, saving you $60 off of the MSRP. http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=DH11060&mode=retail
WAR LORD UT-W02, UT-W03 – WAR RHINO, WAR BISON
The second figure in Unique Toys’ War Lord release line is War Rhino. He includes a pack with two independently movable cannons that becomes the foot of War Lord, and is priced at $84.99. Like War Rhino, War Bison will include a cannon backpack that becomes a foot for War Lord, and he is priced at $84.99 as well, saving you $15 off of the MSRP. http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=2810&company=1524
MASS EFFECT ALLIANCE NORMANDY SR-1 SHIP REPLICA – REGULAR, SILVER
Dark Horse is also releasing 6″ versions of the Alliance Normandy SR-1. We have the regular version priced at $29.99, and the Antique Silver version (limited to 1500 pieces) at $49.99. Each version comes with a display base. http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Normandy%20SR-1
DIAMOND SELECT MUNSTERS SERIES 02 FIGURES
The second wave of Munsters figures includes three family members dressed up for a ride – Hot Rod Herman, Hot Rod Lily and Hot Rod Grandpa – as well as visiting family member Uncle Gilbert (the Creature from the Black Lagoon). Each figure is listed at $21.99, $3 off the MSRP; each also comes with a part of the build-a-diorama of the Munsters’ staircase, complete with openable trapdoor and Spot. http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=Diamond%20Select%20Munsters%20Series%2002
