Holy Cow Kids, Sideshow is starting off the Halloween holiday Spooktacular with a new Predator that is…get ready…20″ tall!!  It is beautiful and here is the first photo.

That is the Sideshow Exclusive Edition that comes with the very cool bloody human head – how Halloween of them.  So this is the one we have been waiting for.  The original guy, the one who started it all from the 1987 film.  Check out the helmet view.

And don’t forget the classic close up with and without the bio.

One word of caution.  Don’t let this one pass you by, you don’t want to be paying 3-4 times on eBay in a few months.

I would like to add my sentiments and express my deep sorrow on the passing of Apple founder and Chairman Steve Jobs. His attention to detail and vision was reflected in the innovation of the Apple portfolio of products.  His passing leaves a huge gap in the technology community.

It is here folks, the Big Daddy or Big Chap of the Alien world.  Just launched earlier today this monster is 16 inches high and weighs in at 7 pounds.  If you are able to get the Sideshow Exclusive Edition, it comes with your very own Chest Burster accessory.  Sales are being limited to one per customer so you know that at a run of 500 this awesome piece is going to sell fast.  I got mine and have leaned on a few friends to pony up and get me a few more.  Going to be a long wait until next spring but I am sure it will be worth it.  Enjoy!

Click here for more info and ordering instructions.

-Rich

Ever since I started collecting statues and building/painting models I have been in awe of Randy Bowen and Narin.  Both artists have shown an amazing talent and ability to interpret complex characters, develop new characters from existing ones and just design/sculpt incredible figures from scratch.  One of the highlights in my experience since assuming responsibility for Predator Stuff has been establishing a relationship (well via email but still a relationship) with Narin.  I have to admit that the first email I sent him was full of gushing praise and sounded a bit like a tween girl writing to Justin Bieber.  But once we got past all that I have thoroughly enjoyed discussing collections, statues and models.  So, I figured that it was time to lean on him a bit and ask him to crank out a few of his pieces that, well quite frankly, I missed out on.  Being the gentleman he is, he agreed!  So it is with great pleasure that I announce the return of:

The Narin 1:4 Scale Hellboy

This was the first in a planned series of large scale kits to be produced by Narin and this bad boy is big.  He stands 21″ in height and weighs in at over 5 pounds AND HE’S BACK!!  This phenomenal kit comes in 25 pieces and includes two sets of horns, the full large set and the ground down ‘stubs’ you see in the movies.  For a full review of this model, scroll on down in this column and take a gander at Dans review from March of this year.  Keep in mind that the review model was extensively customized and shows what can be done with this amazing kit.  Here are some photos of the actual kit:

Nice shots of the fully horned Hellboy on left and the ‘stubs’ horns on right

The true measure of a figure artist is their ability to sculpt anatomically correct musculature without looking cartoonish.  Narin is the master!

This is going to be a very short run – the original production run was only 33 and it sold out almost immediately.  If you are interested in getting your hands on one of these masterpieces, please contact me ASAP.

The Narin Alternative Hunter

Also available on a very limited basis is the Alternative Hunter.  This is a truly delicious kit with some of the most outstanding (even for Narin) details ever sculpted.  This is a 1:6 scale kit depicting a fully armored young wolf.  Check out the helmet attached to the shoulder and the cannon poised for attack.

This is a truly amazing piece and should hold a place of honor in your collection.  Don’t have the time or inclination to build the Hunter or paint him?  Don’t worry, we have a whole group of talented folks that we can refer you to who will do a most excellent job.  For more info on paint and build-up or if you are interested in ordering this true classic, contact me.

We can’t let Comic Con roll by without me posting my not-so-famous list of cool stuff released by Sideshow during this amazing event now can we?  No, of course not!  What the hell were you thinking?!  Yes folks, I’ve practically vanished from the scene lately, but no one can deny the power of Comic Con.  In no particular order, here are my favorite releases from Sideshow announced during the show:

Alien Egg Prop Replica

From the 2004 release Alien VS Predator comes the Alien Egg Prop Replica, a full-scale reproduction of the Queen Alien’s spawn. Measuring over two feet high, each piece is individually painted and finished, each with its own unique quality and detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product. The 1:1 scale Alien Egg Prop Replica is an incredible and detailed addition to any Alien legacy display.

Check out all the amazing pictures or place a pre-order by clicking HERE!

T-1000 Sideshow Exclusive Edition

From the sci-fi classic ‘Terminator 2: Judgement Day’, the T-1000 Statue is a stunning representation of the Skynet assassin. Each piece is individually painted and finished, each with its own unique quality and detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product. The T-1000 Statue is an outstanding representation of the T2 villain, a stunning addition to any display.

The Sideshow Exclusive version of the T-1000 Polystone Statue includes a unique feature available nowhere else: Additional switch-out left hand for alternate display.

Check out more photos or place a pre-order by clicking HERE for the T-1000 product page!

Dog AlienSideshow Exclusive Edition

From Alien3 comes the Dog Alien Statue, so named for taking on the canine characteristics of its host. Each piece is cast in high-quality polystone, hand-finished and hand-painted to exacting standards, then individually hand-numbered. Presented here in 1:5 scale, the Dog Alien Statue is an outstanding addition to any Alien legacy display.

The Sideshow Exclusive version of the Dog Alien Statue includes a unique feature available nowhere else: Queen Alien Facehugger for complimentary display.

Check out more photos or place a pre-order by clicking HERE for the Dog Alien Statue product page!

Spike Sideshow Exclusive Edition Statue

OK I admit it… I kinda dug Buffy back in the day and Spike was pretty much my favorite character… so here’s a shoutout to Spike fans!

Celebrating Joss Whedons long-running television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer comes the Spike Statue. This detailed sculpture presents William the Bloody in 1:5 scale, ready to take on the slayer. Each piece is individually painted and finished with unique quality and detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product. The Spike Statue is an outstanding addition to any collection, a must-have for all Whedon fans.

The Sideshow Exclusive version of the Spike Statue includes a unique feature available nowhere else: Additional switch-out ‘vampire’ portrait for alternate display.

Check out more photos or place a pre-order by clicking HERE for the Spike Statue product page!

Lighted Display Case

Are you a Hot Toys or Sideshow 12″ Figure collector?  Well fear no more, Sideshow is now selling cases… FINALLY!  Check this out:

Sideshow Collectibles is proud to present this Lighted Display Case made by Maybang’s Collectibles. Handcrafted of thick acrylic panels and complete with mirrored backing, this stand is specially designed to display 1:6 scale figures, dolls, and statues up to 14.5 inches high. Boasting a total of 23 LED lights to showcase your collectibles at optimal impact, the Lighted Display Case is the perfect compliment to your collection.

The Lighted Display Case Display Case features:

• Hand made with quality acrylic
• 23 pc LED light features
• Powered via outlet plug or 3 AA batteries (not included)
• Mirrored backing
• Comes fully assembled ready to display

Check out more photos or place a pre-order by clicking HERE for the display case product page!

Robocop Life-Size Bust

Sideshow Collectibles is proud to present the incredibly detailed Robocop Life-Size Bust by Fred Barton. This rotomolded bust is hand-finished in great detail to capture every aspect of the cyborg.

Product Size: 27.5″ H (698.5mm) x 16.5″ W (419.1mm) x 15″ L (381mm)
Product Weight: 10.00 lbs (4.54 kg) (pretty sure this is WRONG)

Manufactured by: Fred Barton

God I love full size busts… Check out more photos or place a pre-order by clicking HERE for the Robocop Bust product page!

C-3PO Special Edition Life-Size Bust

Sideshow Collectibles is proud to announce the C-3PO Life-size Bust Special Edition, created in conjunction with renowned robot craftsman Fred Barton. Each piece is individually painted and hand-finished, each with its own unique quality and detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product. Polished and unrestrained to receive his well-deserved reward on Yavin and crafted of fiberglass and polystone, complete with light-up eyes*, the C-3PO Life-size Bust Special Edition is sure to become the premier addition to any Star Wars display.

Best new pre-order of the Comic Con… Yes, I am a Star Wars fanboy… big time! Check out more photos or place a pre-order by clicking HERE for the C3PO Bust product page!

Captain America Life-Size Bust

In celebration of America’s Independence Day, Sideshow Collectibles and Marvel Comics proudly present the Captain America Life-Size Bust, the latest addition to the Marvel collectible line. Each piece is individually painted and finished to exacting standards, each with its own unique quality and detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product. Capturing true Avengers patriot Steve Rogers, the Captain America Life-Size Bust is a perfect addition to any Marvel collection!

Check out more photos or place a pre-order by clicking HERE for the Captain America Bust product page!

Green Goblin Life-Size Bust

And finally…  Sideshow Collectibles and Marvel Comics proudly present the Green Goblin Life-size Bust, the latest addition to the Marvel collectible line. Capturing the maniacal Norman Osborn as one of Spidey’s most formidable foes, each piece is individually painted and finished to exacting standards, each with its own unique quality and detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product. Complete with a removable and poseable real fabric hat, the Green Goblin Life-size Bust is a perfect addition to any Spider-Man or Marvel collection!

Check out more photos or place a pre-order by clicking HERE for the Green Goblin Bust product page

That’s it for now guys… now to sit back and wait for the Wolf Legendary Scale Statue to go up for sale!  What do you think of my picks?  You agree?  What are your favorites from the show?

Dan

Hey all.. just a heads up I will have no access to email or internet until April 24th.

Thanks!
Dan

Holy mother of God, I just had a major nerdgasm thanks to Narin and his AMAZING Dutch vs Predator kit titled “The Encounter” and after MONTHS of tweaking it is finally ready to show off and has been made available in kit form in a  limited run.  Check it out!

I had first seen a roughed out concept of this sculpture ages ago (I think summer 2009) and I remember thinking how kick ass it would finally be to have this moment captured in a kit with good size and jaw-dropping details.  No offence to UK Kits who originally did this concept way back when, but I was really never a fan of their encounter kits plus garage castings were not exactly top notch like they are now.

Narin kept this project pretty tightly wrapped up, I barely saw anything during the build process as he wanted to surprise everyone… and man, did he ever!  The sculpt is 17″ tall including the base and rings in at Narin’s usual oversized 1:6 scale.  In fact, the Predator itself is 15″ tall without the base, so you can imagine how big this dio is when completed.  The base itself is 9.5″ deep, 14″ wide and 2.5″ high and the entire kit weighs just over 12lbs!  Cast in solid high quality resin (same casting material as the Death Warrior and Bad Blood kits), the kit comes in 89 parts, including 58 separate dreads, plus a brass name plate and issue number stamped on the back.  This is a limited run of 50 kits only.

New with this kit is a new feature Narin has added… flexible resin on the dreads!  You can bend and flex the dreads as though they were made of rubber without worrying about breakage.  This adds a whole new dimension of reality to the kit, not to mention cuts down on breakage and other things that make us kit collectors cry.  Narin informed me that castings will be made per order only, so there is a 3 week casting period once an order is placed, then 3 – 4 weeks for delivery as these are all going SAL due to the weight.  EMS for something this heavy would be fairly ridiculous in price.

Now for that all important question… how much?  The kit is huge and heavily detailed, and the flexible dreads increases the cost of creating the kits so this puppy rings in at a higher cost that the DW or BB.  Retail is $524.99 per kit.  It’s pricey, but the kit is absolutely INSANE and in the end, well worth it as all Narin kits are.

Please note that the kit does not include the foliage seen in the buildup example (which by the way was done BEAUTIFULLY by Narin himself) and as always, all kits require assembly and painting.  OK, who’s ready for photos?  Click the photo icon below and check out all the pics, including a nice shot of everything included in the set and some nice detailed shots Narin sent me of individual parts.

I just can not stop looking at this kit, I have been waiting for this dio scene for so long, to see it finally pulled off by Narin brings a tear to my nerdy eye!  The likeness on Arnold looks completely fantastic, which in all honesty would have been the deal breaker for me had it been fubar.  Well done Narin, you’ve totally blown me away once again, and I hope I can get my hands on one of these for a review.  Want to know more about this kit? Contact me for further details!

Enjoy gang!
Dan

Hey everyone! A huge thanks and shout-out to Matt Skeins for the heads up he sent me while I was on vacation of the new photos released by Hot Toys of the HIGHLY anticipated Predator 1 figure in the 1:6 scale Masterpiece series that has become so popular!

From the new prototype photos, this looks totally awesome and the body seems a lot less skinny than it did for the Wolf series. The paint application looks awesome, but I felt that the P2 prototypes looked awesome but the production units were absolutely terrible, especially the heads. I guess we’ll see how this one goes but you can bet this will be a HUGE seller and we’ve been waiting for a couple of years for this P1 to come out. The figure will have a closed and open mouth pose by swapping out the jaw like on the P1 bust they recently released, as well has come with a removable helmet. The figure also includes a fully detailed medi-pack, that opens up to show all the tools! The detailing looks amazing! If the production pieces look as good as these pics, this will probably be the best Hot Toys Predator figure to date. Check out all the pics Matt sent me by clicking the gallery icon below:

Be sure to keep an eye on the site for when this is up for order in a few weeks and all newsletter subscribers will receive a “heads-up” notice when it’s up for pre-order on the Sideshow Site. It’s a safe bet these will sell out VERY fast, so grab one as quick as you can. These sell for a ton on the secondary market and the P1 is the most request Predator figure HT has ever had, so be ready! LOL!

WARNING FOR SIDESHOW GIFT CARDS!

Do you have a Sideshow Giftcard that you have not used yet? Well your card has a very good chance of expiring December 31st 2008, so you better use it now or kiss it goodbye! I had a $50 one from SDCC that I used to buy a kick ass book I wanted, which ended up being free with my card! Here’s what you need to do with your giftcard(s) if you have one:

Go to the main Giftcard Page on the sideshow site by clicking HERE.

From here you can check your code to see how much it’s worth, if it’s still valid, and when it expires. Then along the right side you can see the full list of all the items you can use your giftcard on, so it’s easy to see what qualifies and what doesn’t. Just be careful because I noticed a few items are actually sold out… I ended up buying a copy of the book “Sculpting a Galaxy: Inside the Star Wars Model Shop” with my gift card that expires in a coupe of days.

So that’s it gang, be sure to use your giftcards if they are about to expire and a huge thanks again to Matt for sending me the heads up on the HT Predator 1 pics!

Dan