Upcoming Marvel Minimates and The Avengers’ Hulk

From Art Asylum come these images of upcoming minimates and the Marvel Select Avengers Hulk action figure.

The 3.75 Hulk Avengers toy isn’t the best, in my opinion, so I’m pleased that the large scale Select version
is much better. The green giant looks outstanding.

Yet another Iron Man, this time a better version of the Extremis armor previously released as a rather awkward and lumpy mini in the hard to find Civil War box set. The Rhino is a more-impressive version compared to the one released long ago (though I prefer the earlier simple one).

Iron Man and the Rhino

Unusually two rather obscure characters from Alpha Flight are coming our way, Box and Vindicator. Hopefully this means that further team members are in development such as Guardian, Shaman, Sasquatch and of course Puck.

'Box' and Vindicator

Ultimate Spider-Man Miles Morales makes his debut as a minimate alongside a new version of the Ultimate Captain America.

Ultimate Spider-Man (Miles Morales) and Captain America

The early 1990’s X-Men are getting a special release. This comes from the Australian outback era of the series when Longshot and Dazzler were members of the team. Colossus also bulked up to a larger than usual (and shirtless) look.

Dazzler and Longshot

Havok and Storm

Colossus, Wolverine and Rogue

Brood

It looks like a special Venom Through the Ages set is being released. I really like the latest version and the Eddie Brock mid-mutation is very well sculpted. Can’t say much about the others.

Venom set - 1

Venom set - 2

Finally, the Amazing Spider-Man movie minimates are a bit strange-looking… the Lizard is hauntingly similar to the Abomination minimate from the Incredible Hulk line… and that’s not a good thing.

Amazing Spider-Man and The Lizard

Art Asylum’s minimates are available at Toys ‘R’ Us, your local comic shop and online retailers such as ActionFigureExpress.

New items hot off the truck at Action Figure Express!

Looking for that perfect gift for a friend… or yourself?

Then check out these new items available at Action Figure Express! Everything from statues to chopsticks, action figures and alien egg ice cube trays!

X-Men > Madelyne Pryor Goblin Queen Polystone Statue by Bowen Designs

X-Men > Madelyne Pryor Goblin Queen Polystone Statue by Bowen Designs
These high-quality polystone, detailed collectibles feature your favorite Marvel characters as they appear in a wide range of comics. Standing over 12 inches high, the Madelyne Pryor Goblin Queen Statue is cast in high-quality polystone, a great addition to any Marvel collection!
Our Price: $218.49 – You Save $11.50 (5%)!
Availability Preorder – 2nd Quarter 2012

Star Wars : Luke Skywalker (Bespin Outfit) DX series Collectible Figure Sixth Scale by Hot Toys

Star Wars : Luke Skywalker (Bespin Outfit) DX series Collectible Figure Sixth Scale by Hot Toys
The movie-accurate collectible features two collectible figures per set, highlighting newly developed head sculpts with movable eyes, two figure bodies, two costume styles and highly detailed weapons, accessories and a light-up Weathervane figure base. Batteries Included (Base Requires 3 Button Cell Batteries)
The Star Wars Luke Skywalker (Bespin Outfit) DX series Sixth Scale features:
Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker
One (1) newly developed, hand painted head sculpt with Parallel Eyeball Rolling System (PERS)
One (1) newly developed, hand painted battle damaged head sculpt with Parallel Eyeball Rolling System (PERS)
Movie-accurate facial expressions with detailed wrinkles and skin texture
Approximately 30 cm tall
Two (2) TrueType bodies with over 30 points of articulation
Ten (10) pieces of interchangeable palms including:
One (1) pair for gripping unlit lightsaber
One (1) pair of fists
Three (3) pieces of relaxed palms
One (1) magnetic severed right palm stump
One (1) right palm for holding blaster pistol
One (1) left palm for force push
Two (2) full costumes including:
One (1) khaki jacket
One (1) tank-top undershirt
One (1) pair of khaki pants
One (1) leather-like brown belt with blaster pistol holster and pouches
One (1) pair of fabric camel-colored boots
One (1) battle damaged khaki jacket
One (1) tank-top undershirt
One (1) pair of battle damaged khaki pants
One (1) leather-like brown belt with blaster pistol holster and pouches
One (1) pair of fabric camel-colored boots
Two (2) blaster pistols
One (1) unlit lightsaber
One (1) unlit lightsaber handle
One (1) interchangeable severed right forearm stump
One (1) auto-tourniquet
One (1) light-up Weathervane stand which can be mounted onto the wall or ceiling and allows 90 degree movement
One (1) figure base and one (1) figure stage with Luke Skywalker nameplate and the movie logo
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Christopher Reeve as Superman 12 inch Figure

Christopher Reeve as Superman 12 inch Figure
Amid high anticipation, Hot Toys is proud to present the Superman 12-inch Figure from the 1978 classic superhero film Superman. The movie-accurate Superman collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Christopher Reeve as The Man of Steel, highlighting the authentic head sculpt, movie-accurate costume and detailed light-up figure stage imitating the Fortress of Solitude.
Additionally, Hot Toys Limited will be donating a portion of this collectible figure’s sales to the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. The Reeve Foundation is a charitable organization dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research, and improving the quality of life for people living with paralysis through grants, information and advocacy. Hot Toy’s hopes to contribute to the foundation and the injured through the enjoyment of collectible figures.
For more about the organization, please visit: http://www.christopherreeve.org
The Superman 12 inch Figure features:
Authentic and detailed, hand-painted likeness of Christopher Reeve as Superman in the Superman movie
Realistic facial expression with detailed wrinkles and texture
Detailed hair sculpture
Stands approximately 30 cm tall
Newly sculpted muscular body with over 30 points of articulation with extra muscular upper body, neck and chest
Three (3) pairs of interchangeable palms including:
One (1) pair of relaxed palms
One (1) pair of fists
One (1) pair of palms for fighting
One (1) set of Superman costume including one-piece blue costume with Superman logo in chest, yellow belt, red shorts and red cape
One (1) pair of red boots
Fortress of Solitude themed figure stage
Figure stand with Superman nameplate and movie logo
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Mr. Fixit Hulk Polystone Statue by Bowen Designs

Mr. Fixit Hulk Polystone Statue by Bowen Designs
These high-quality polystone, detailed collectibles feature your favorite Marvel characters as they appear in a wide range of comics. Standing over 13.5 inches high, the Mr. Fixit Hulk Statue is cast in high-quality polystone, a great addition to any Marvel collection!
Our Price: $227.99 – You Save $12.00 (5%)!
Availability Preorder – 2nd Quarter 2012

Marvel Minimates Series 42 Set of 8 by Diamond Select Toys

Marvel Minimates Series 42 Set of 8 by Diamond Select Toys
A Diamond Select Release! Designed & sculpted by Art Asylum! The latest in the long-running series of Marvel Comics-inspired Minimates includes 2-packs of Captain America/Armin Zola, Thor/Beta Ray Bill, Thunderstrike/Stone Man, and Eric Masterson/Stone Man. Each Minimate stands 2.5″ H with 14 points of articulation and a variety of removable/interchangeable parts & accessories.
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Star Wars Count Dooku Lightsaber Chopsticks

Star Wars Count Dooku Lightsaber Chopsticks
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! You’ve been asking for it, and now “Chop Sabers” are back by popular demand! The first and second series of Star Wars Lightsaber Chopsticks were such hits that Kotobukiya is proud to announce an all new series three featuring high quality chopsticks recreating the iconic Jedi and Sith weapons from the Star Wars films. Headlining this new three-part series are COUNT DOOKU LIGHTSABER CHOPSTICKS! Suitable for eating sushi or defending the galaxy, the chopsticks’ red lightsaber blades are cast in translucent material. Each 9 inch long miniature replica of Count Dooku’s red lightsabers from his scenes in Episodes II and III are intricately sculpted and detailed! Fully safety tested and colorful and exciting, lightsaber chopsticks are fun for the whole family. And Count Dooku’s go great with the other new versions: Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi!
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Alien Egg Pod Silicone Tray by Kotobukiya

Alien Egg Pod Silicone Tray by Kotobukiya
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! After the amazing success of the Star Wars and DC Comics silicon trays, Kotobukiya is proud to bring this fun kitchen product to the iconic creatures of the classic Twentieth Century Fox film Alien. The first of two new products is the ALIEN EGG POD SILICONE TRAY! Whether you’re making a treat for your family or hosting a science-fiction themed party, this sturdy tray lets you capture ice, chocolate, JELL-O, or other treats in the unique shape of the Xenomorph’s face hugger eggs. Don’t worry though, these won’t hatch! Durable, heat and cold resistant, and oven and microwave safe, the Egg Pod tray is great for baking or freezing! Each green tray has molds for one large Alien egg pod and four small ones, and it comes packaged in a vinyl poly bag with unique art. Use it with the Alien “Big Chap” silicone tray (sold separately) for a scary but fun kitchen combination!
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Availability Preorder – April 2012

Galactus… only smaller

Since his first appearance Galactus has embodies the most ambitions of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby’s cosmic concepts. The devourer of worlds has had many heralds charged with searching out planets to sate the massive being’s unquenchable hunger for sustenance. The Silver Surfer, Nova, Terrax the Tamer and others have served Galactus… and they are finally here for you to place on your desk or desk, constantly distracting you from your homework or tax preparation.

We’ve heralded its coming for a while now, but it’s finally here, and nobody is safe! The latest Marvel Minimates box set — and the first in a series of fan poll-chosen sets — is the Heralds of Galactus set, and it’s at Toys “R” Us stores (and at Toysrus.com) now! Heralds Nova, Morg, Terrax and the Devourer of Worlds himself are in the 4-pack, and each has some great accessories. All of the Minimates in the set are 2 inches tall, and have 14 points of articulation, and you can see pictures of them (and their packaging) below!

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The minimates line from Art Asylum continues to expand through the Marvel Universe with stunning style. For more information, please check out the official website where you can catch up with their other products including this exclusive Avengers line-up:

Wave 42 (specialty stores and comic shops, 11/23):
– Armored Thor with Beta Ray Bill (metallic)
– Captain America (leather jacket) with Arnim Zola
– Thunderstrike with Stone Man (SPECIALTY MARKET EXCLUSIVE)
– Eric Masterson as Thor (rare variant) with Stone Man (SPECIALTY MARKET EXCLUSIVE)

TRU Wave 12 (Toys “R” Us stores and Toysrus.com, late November):
– Armored Thor with Beta Ray Bill (metallic)
– Captain America (leather jacket) with Arnim Zola
– Jack Kirby Thor with Balder (TOYS “R” US EXCLUSIVE)
– Secret War Captain America with Crossbones (TOYS “R” US EXCLUSIVE)