www.86thfloor.com     PREVIEWS VOL. XVIII #4 April 2008  

STATUES & MODELS


ANIMATION

TRANSFORMERS: "FINAL BATTLE" OPTIMUS PRIME BUST
Previously an Internet Exclusive! Leader of the Autobots, the legendary Optimus Prime will live on forever thanks to his efforts against the evil Decepticons. Standing 6" tall, this "Final Battle" Optimus Prime bust from Diamond Select Toys was designed and sculpted by Art Asylum. Limited to 1,000 pieces, this battle-damaged exclusive version of Prime prominently features a fan-favorite icon of Transformers lore, the Matrix of Leadership! Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in June 2008. (5168) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
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TRANSFORMERS: MEGATRON REFORMATTED BUST
Previously an Internet Exclusive! Megatron was left barely alive after his epic battle with Optimus Prime in the 1986 animated film, Transformers the Movie. Unicron 'saved' him and transformed him into Galvatron. Sculpted by Art Asylum and limited to 600 pieces, this exclusive 6" bust depicts the evil Megatron as he begins his transformation into Galvatron! Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in June 2008. (5168) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
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O/A TRANSFORMERS: GRIMLOCK BUST
A Diamond Select Release! An Art Asylum Design and Sculpt! Featuring one of the fiercest warriors in Autobot history, this 6" Grimlock bust depicts the leader of the Dinobots in his robot mode, with his sword at the ready! Sculpted and designed by the masters at Art Asylum and limited to 1,000 pieces, each bust features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (4667/64020) (C: 1-1-4)
Bust SRP: $60.00

TRANSFORMERS: MEGATRON BUST
A Diamond Select Release! An Art Asylum Design and Sculpt! Featuring the leader of the villainous Decepticons, this 6” Megatron bust showcases the deadly Transformer as he prepares for his next attack against the forces of Optimus Prime and his Autobots. Sculpted by Art Asylum and limited to 1,500 pieces, this 6" bust features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (4667/64022) (JUN074543) (C: 0-1-4)
Bust SRP: $60.00

TRANSFORMERS: OMEGA SUPREME STATUE
A Diamond Select Release! An Art Asylum Sculpt! Older than the oldest Autobots, the enormous Omega Supreme was a mindless Guardian Robot before evolving sentience and the ability to transform into a giant base of operations. Standing over 12” tall, this enormous Transformer statue was sculpted by Art Asylum and is in scale with the classic G-1 toys! Limited to 1,000 pieces, each statue features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (4667) (JUL074524) (C: 1-1-4)
Statue SRP: $199.00

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TRANSFORMERS: STARSCREAM BUST
A Diamond Select Release! An Art Asylum Sculpt! Next in the growing line of Transformers busts is the perpetually manipulative and rarely honorable Decepticon — Starscream! Second only to Megatron, Starscream’s manipulations have earned him little more than suspicion and doubt over the years — unless that was part of his plan. Sculpted by Art Asylum and limited to 1,000 pieces, each 6" bust features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (4667/64023) (SEP074531) (C: 0-1-4)
Bust SRP: $60.00

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O/A TRANSFORMERS: UNICRON MOVIE STATUE
A Diamond Select Release! An Art Asylum Design and Sculpt! Nothing is more terrifying to a planet than the arrival of the insidious Unicron, devourer of worlds! Sculpted by Art Asylum in commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the classic Transformers: The Movie, this industrial-sized Transformer is beyond “more than meets the eye!” Standing 8 ½” tall and limited to 1,986 pieces, each statue features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity! Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (4667/64004) (C: 1-1-4)
Statue SRP: $200.00

COMIC BOOK HEROES

O/A FRANK CHO'S MONKEY BOY PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE VINYL FIGURE
A Previews Exclusive! What beats a Smoking Monkey? No much, unless it's a Smoking Monkey designed by award-winning artist, Frank Cho (Liberty Meadows), that's what! Frank Cho gets his rightful due in the form of a 3-D vinyl statue of his quintessential character, Monkey Boy, from his tremendously popular series, Liberty Meadows. Extremely limited in number, this Previews Exclusive 9" Monkey Boy Vinyl Statue will fit perfectly in every Cho fan's collection! Available Now! (7534) (C: 1-1-4)
Vinyl Figure SRP: $65.00

HORROR

FRIDAY THE 13TH: JASON VOORHEES MINI-BUST
In 1957, a young boy named Jason Voorhees drowned at Crystal Lake Camp. In 1958, two camp counselors were murdered. In 1962, fires and bad water thwarted attempts to reopen the Crystal Lake Camp. Now in 1979, Crystal Lake is finally set to reopen, ignoring the warnings from a local wacko. The murders by a mysterious stalker began once again. Standing 8" tall, the famous serial killer of Friday the 13th has been recreated to join any horror fan's statue collection! Each statue in this limited edition includes a hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in October 2008. (5498/10666) (C: 1-1-4)
Mini-bust SRP: $55.00

MARVEL HEROES

RANDY BOWEN'S LOKI STATUE
A Bowen Designs Release! Prince of Lies, the Trickster god himself, Loki is one of the most powerful villains of the Marvel Universe, and the frequent foe of the Asgardian Thor. The fertile imagination of master sculptor Randy Bowen brings forth the Frost Giant this incredible representation of Thor's foe! This interpretation captures Loki seated upon his throne, plotting his next attack on Thor and Asgard. Sculpted by the Kucharek Brothers and measuring in at over 12” tall, Loki includes an interchangeable left hand (holding either a challis or spear). Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in May 2008. (8824) (C: 0-1-3)
Statue SRP: $200.00

A.I.M. AGENT MINI-BUST TWIN-PACK
A Bowen Designs Release! A.I.M. is an organization of brilliant scientists and their hirelings dedicated to the acquisition of power and the overthrow of all world governments by technological means. A.I.M.'s level of technology is as highly advanced as any on Earth, and its scientists have also built various cyborgs, robots, and androids; its agents utilize a variety of submarines, hovercraft, jets, and are recognizable by the yellow garb they wear! Now, two A.I.M. Agents can be yours with this mini-bust twin-pack, featuring two A.I.M. Agents ready for action, their weapons at the ready! Sculpted by William Paquet, each mini-bust stands over 6" tall. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in May 2008. (8824) (C: 0-1-3)
Mini-Busts SRP: $80.00

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O/A HULK GREY MINI-BUST
A Bowen Designs Sculpt! The Las Vegas casino bouncer known as "Mr. Fixit" presents a scary, intimidating visage, as well he should — he's the Grey Hulk! The smart, sarcastic aspect of the Incredible Hulk's personality, the Grey Hulk comes home in this 6 1/2" tall mini-bust sculpted by master craftsman Randy Bowen. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (8824) (C: 0-1-3)
Mini-Bust SRP: $77.00

MARVEL HEROES

MARVEL UNIVERSE: WOLVERINE PATCH IN TUX BUST
Previously an Internet Exclusive! Wolverine has often been called the best there is at what he does. Sometimes the situation calls less for Wolverine's brute strength and more for his guile, and Wolverine is more than ready to dress for the occasion! Looking dapper in his white tuxedo and eye patch, Wolverine is ready to schmooze with the villains and woo their girlfriends! Sculpted by Gabriel Marquez, this bust features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in May 2008. (7909) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
Bust SRP: $50.00

MARVEL MILESTONES: PETER PARKER FLAGPOLE STATUE
Previously an Internet Exclusive! This Marvel Milstones statue is based on the famous Dynamic Forces variant cover for Peter Parker, Spider-Man #1!This sculpt features the web-sliger crouched atop a high-rise flagpole scouting the metropolis for trouble that we know he is certain to find. Limited to 2,500 pieces, each statue comes with a matching box and hand numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in May 2008. (7909) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
Statue SRP: $200.00

STAR OF THE MONTH

MARVEL MAX: HOWARD THE DUCK STATUE
A Diamond Select Release! A Gentle Giant Sculpt! Cleveland-based anthropomorphic funny-guy and amateur crime-fighter Howard the Duck can now be added to your collection! Presenting the master of quack-fu, this former Defender was sculpted by Gentle Giant Studios and is limited to 1,500 pieces. Standing 9" tall, don’t miss out on the fowlest super-hero there is! Each statue features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (4667/21404) (AUG073254) (C: 1-1-4)
Statue SRP: $175.00

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O/A MARVEL MILESTONES ZOMBIES: SPIDER-MAN VS VENOM STATUE
A Diamond Select Release! Based on the cover of the second printing of the Marvel Zombies hardcover, this full-size statue is sure to give you nightmares! Zombie Spider-Man and Zombie Venom square off in this winner-take-all no-holds-barred battle. No matter who wins, somebody’s at least losing an ear! Sculpted by Rudy Garcia and limited to 2,500 pieces, each 12" statue features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (4667/21402) (C: 1-1-4)
Statue SRP: $199.00

O/A MARVEL UNIVERSE: WINTER SOLDIER BUST
A Diamond Select Release! Long thought to have been killed during World War II, James “Bucky” Barnes was Captain America’s teen-age sidekick before being conditioned by the Russians and being reborn as the Winter Soldier. Now with his memories intact, the Winter Soldier stands ready to make real waves in the Marvel Universe! Limited to 1,500 pieces and sculpted by Michael Locassio, each 6" bust features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (4667/21334) (C: 1-1-4)
Bust SRP: $50.00

O/A PREMIERE COLLECTION: "FORMAL WEAR" SUE STORM STATUE
A Diamond Select Release! Even the most powerful member of the Fantastic Four deserves a night out! Dressed to kill (and with powers to match!) this Invisible Woman 12" statue features the softer side of Sue Storm as she spends a night on the town. Sculpted by Sam Greenwell, this enchanting piece shows off the Invisible Woman’s raw power and keen fashion sense as she unleashes her invisible force fields. Limited to 1,000 pieces, each statue features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (4667/21408) (C: 1-1-3)
Statue SRP: $150.00

MOVIE/TV

BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: COLONIAL VIPER MODEL KIT
Molded in light gray and clear plastic, this Colonial Viper from the original Battlestar Galactica is ready to defend the last remnants of humanity from the Cylon menace! Updated with newly tooled details and clear parts for lighting, this model comes with a detailed cockpit interior and pilot figure. Details and display stand are included. Assembled, the model measures 11" long. Assembly required. Scheduled to ship in June 2008. (89/85-6442) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
Model SRP: $24.95

BATTLESTAR GALACTICA: BATTLE DAMAGED GALACTICA STATUE
Previously an Internet Exclusive! Cylons were created by man, but so was the awe-inspiring Battlestar Galactica, last hope of the colonies. This 15" resin statue showcases the harsh realities of a ship traveling in deep space with no hope of rescue. Recreating the battle-weary Battlestar Galactica, this exclusive version shows just how much damage Cylon attacks and mid-atmosphere jumps can cause! With retractable hanger bays and an attractive display stand, this intricately-designed piece was created using the series' digital production files to perfectly recreate this legendary vessel. Scheduled to ship in June 2008. (5168) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
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HELLBOY 2: THE GOLDEN ARMY MINI-BUSTS
Hell on Earth is about to erupt! A ruthless leader who treads the world above and the one below defies his bloodline and awakens an unstoppable army of creatures! Now it's up to the planet's toughest, roughest superhero to battle the merciless dictator and his marauders! From visionary director Guillermo del Toro and creator Mike Mignola comes the second feature film starring the son of Satan himself — Hellboy! Hellboy may be red, horned, and misunderstood, but when the job needs done right, he's the only one to call! Prince, the son of the Woodland King, wants to resurrect a Golden Army once controlled by his father. These antagonists from this summer's Hellboy II: The Golden Army, have been crafted by Gentle Giant Studios into 7" tall mini-busts. Each is a limited edition, and comes with a hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Sold separately. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in October 2008. (5498) (C: 1-1-4)
HELLBOY (11242)—Mini-bust SRP: $55.00
PRINCE (11248)—Mini-bust SRP: $55.00

THE INVISIBLE MAN MODEL KIT
Based on the classic science fiction novel, The Invisible Man, by H.G. Wells, this model kit features an original design by fan-favorite designer Chris White. Built at 1/8 scale with loads of pieces and clear parts throughout, this kit just begs for super-detailing! Assembly required. Scheduled to ship in June 2008. (7593/903) (C: 0-1-3)
Model kit SRP: $29.99

LORD OF THE RINGS CLASSICS BUSTS
"In a hole in the ground, there lived a Hobbit." Since Professor J.R.R. Tolkien first put pen to paper and wrote out the words that open The Hobbit, readers have gone on a journey into Tolkien's world of Middle-Earth through The Lord of the Rings. The films based on the original novels have become part of the global culture and fans of every age have journeyed with Frodo and the Fellowship of the Ring on their epic quest to destroy evil forever. A small and quiet Hobbit with a true and noble spirit, Frodo Baggins becomes the bearer of the One Ring and vows to destroy it in the fires of Mount Doom. Frodo's gardener, Samwise Gamgee, makes a simple promise not to lose his master and friend, wherever the roads of adventure may take him. Frodo's cousins, Meriadoc Brandybuck and Pippin Took, followed Frodo and Samwise as far as Amon Hen, until they were captured by Uruk-hai soldiers sent by Saruman the White. These mini-busts recreate the Hobbit quartet from the films, and are modeled on the actors' likenesses. Each stands 4" tall, and comes with a hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Sold separately. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in October 2008. (5498) (C: 1-1-4)
FRODO BAGGINS (10675)—Bust SRP: $30.00
PIPPIN TOOK (11677)—Bust SRP: $30.00
MERIADOC BRANDYBUCK (11679)—Bust SRP: $30.00
SAMWISE GAMGEE (11676)—Bust SRP: $30.00

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O/A LORD OF THE RINGS: ANIMATED RINGWRAITH ON HORSE MAQUETTE
"One ring to rule them all, One ring to find them. One ring to bring them all and in the darkness bind them." Ringwraiths are creatures of the twilight world, in thrall to the power of the One Ring. To most they appear as black-robed figures on horseback, but wearing the One Ring, Frodo sees them in their true form: wretched husks of their former selves, tall, thin and sapped of mortality, and pale, twisted masks of the will of Sauron. This statue stands 14" tall and includes Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (5498/10095) (C: 0-1-4)
Statue SRP: $119.99

ROCKY XTREME DFORM STATUES
The exciting Xtreme Dform statue line draws on the fun aspect of the established Japanese deform models but are made from hand-painted, heavyweight resin rather than PVC, as a real statue should be. This enables the statue to achieve the attention to detail that collectors desire while still being an economical, fun line to collect. These statues are based on characters from Sylvester Stallone's iconic film, Rocky. With Rocky, Apollo Creed, and Clubber Lang each standing 8" tall, these Rocky Xtreme Dfrom statues capture the boxers in all their fighting glory. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in June 2008. (8194) (C: 0-1-3)
ROCKY (7103)—Statue SRP: $19.95
APOLLO (7108)—Statue SRP: $19.95
CLUBBER LANG (7107)—Statue SRP: $19.95

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O/A SPIDER-MAN 3 STATUES
A Diamond Select Release! A Gentle Giant Sculpt! Spider-Man 3 was the box office champ of summer 2008, and these statues from Diamond Select Toys reproduce the film's villains! The 10" New Goblin statue features the disguised Harry Osborne as he faces off against Spider-Man for the first time! The Venom maquette features Spider-Man’s most twisted foe, the villainous and vile alien symbiote. The Rise of Venom statue features the shocking birth of Venom as the symbiote merges with Eddie Brock in the chapel. Based on the costume designs from Spider-Man 3 and sculpted by Gentle Giant Studios, each statue is limited to 1,000 pieces and features a hand-numbered base with matching box and Certificate of Authenticity. Sold separately. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (4667) (C: 1-1-4) NOTE: Available, US, UST, Can, Europe, & Asia only.
NEW GOBLIN (21379)—Statue SRP: $150.00
VENOM (21378)—Maquette SRP: $150.00
RISE OF VENOM (21391)—SRP: $150.00

STAR WARS

STAR WARS ANIMATED: DARTH MAUL MAQUETTE
Darth Maul was a weapon forged by the hateful energies of the dark side to ensure the victory of the Sith over the Jedi order. A creature of pure evil, Maul had no personality beyond his ultimate devotion to his master, Darth Sidious. His goal was singular — to exact vengeance upon the Jedi for the decimation of the Sith ranks. StandIng 9 1/2" tall, the Star Wars Animated: Darth Maul Maquette recreates this fearsome Dark Side disciple in the animated style popularized by the Star Wars: Clone Wars animations. This limited edition statue includes a hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in October 2008. (5498/11130) (C: 1-1-4)
Maquette SRP: $89.99

STAR WARS ANIMATED: OBI-WAN KENOBI "A NEW HOPE" MAQUETTE
As the Jedi's ranks were wiped out by the machinations of the emergent Empire, Obi-Wan Kenobi went into hiding on Tatooine. He would stay there for decades, adopting the name of Ben. During the height of the Galactic Civil War, Princess Leia secured plans to the Empire's most diabolical weapon — the Death Star. Her mission was to contact Obi-Wan Kenobi, and bring both Kenobi and the plans to her adoptive father on Alderaan. This Star Wars Animated: Obi-Wan Kenobi Maquette depicts the Jedi Master as he appeared in Star Wars: A New Hope in the animated style popularized by the Star Wars: Clone Wars animated specials. Standing 9" tall, this limited edition statue includes a hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in October 2008. (5498/9604) (C: 1-1-4)
Maquette SRP: $89.99

STAR WARS: X-WING FIGHTER EASYKIT MODEL
The X-wing has been continually updated throughout its design lifetime. The original T-65B fielded by the Rebel Alliance was a competent strike fighter for its time, but was soon supplanted by the T-65CA2, boasting improved acceleration. The T-65CA3 improved the avionics, shields and sensors; the T-65CA4 was primarily another engine upgrade, which made it nearly the equal of the A-wing in maneuverability. This kit is quick to assemble and requires no glue or painting, it has illustrated assembly instructions, movable wings and laser cannons, movable cockpit cover, can be assembled with or without undercarriage and includes 2 figures. Some assembly required. Scheduled to ship in June 2008. (89/85-1856) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
Model SRP: $16.95

STAR WARS: DARTH VADER'S TIE FIGHTER EASYKIT MODEL
Darth Vader's TIE Fighter is a prototype starfighter in the Star Wars universe. Flown by Lord Vader during the Battle of Yavin, many of its best design features were later incorporated into the TIE Interceptor. Vader wanted a custom fighter built to his exacting specifications, and it is likely that Sienar Fleet Systems used the craft as a test-bed for systems development. This kit is quick to assemble, requires no glue or painting, cockpit cover is movable and comes with illustrated instructions, 1 figure, and a display stand. Assembly required. Scheduled to ship in June 2008. (89/85-1857) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.
Model SRP: $24.95

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O/A STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI — JABBA THE HUTT STATUE
Star Wars is the most beloved science fiction/fantasy epic of all time, and Jabba the Hutt is one of the most memorable villains in film history. Gentle Giant brings the memorable scene of Jabba's Palace to life in this masterful piece. The limited edition Jabba the Hutt statue stands 9" tall, 11" deep, and 21 1/2” wide and comes with Oola, Salacious Crumb, and a light-up Jawa. Certificate of Authenticity included. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (5498/9090) (C: 1-1-4)
Statue SRP: $295.00

O/A STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI — JABBAS PALACE BAND STATUES
The limited edition Jabba's Palace Band statue re-creates the memorable scene from The Return of the Jedi in meticulous detail. Each statue stands 8" tall, 9 1/4” deep and 9 1/2” wide and includes Droopy McCool (7" tall), Sy Snootles (6 1/4” tall), and Max Rebo (5 1/4” " tall by 7 1/2” wide). Made of poly-resin and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display. Available Now! (5498/9091) (C: 1-1-4)
Statue (x3) SRP: $195.00