August 2009 New Specialty Toys — All

Sideshow Collectibles is proud to announce the latest addition to the series of The Lord of the Rings collectibles, the 'Shades of Mordor' - Ringwraith Diorama. This detailed diorama captures five thralls of Sauron as they eagerly draw closer to the One Ring of power. Each piece is cast in high quality polystone, hand-finished and hand-painted to exacting standards. Magnetic features hold the Ringwraiths in place atop an imbedded metal plate within the base that allows for customized placement of each shrouded figure.

Instinct and survival, the final moments play out...Sideshow Collectibles is proud to bring you the premier piece in the Sideshow's Dinosauria collectible line, the Tyrannosaurus Rex VS Triceratops Diorama. This dynamic diorama captures the primordial duel as these ancient animals of the Cretaceous Period clash, hunter and prey. Designed with the insight of renowned paleoartists, each diorama is cast in high-quality polystone, hand finished and hand painted to exacting standards. The Tyrannosaurus Rex VS Triceratops Diorama is an impressive museum quality piece, an outstanding addition to any display. Product measures 12" H (304.8mm) x 8" W (203.2mm) x 12" L (304.8mm) and weighs 8 pounds.

Sideshow is pleased to announce that Medicom Toy Corporation has granted 1,000 pcs of the 12" RAH Clone Trooper figure for the US market. The figure is highly authentic and film accurate, and ready to take life on your shelf in any dynamic pose that you desire. Medicom Toy's RAH body is one of the most articulated 12" figure bodies available, capable of nearly any pose that the human (or superhero) body can achieve.Each Clone Trooper figure includes interchangeable hands and a display base, and comes packaged in a beautiful window display box.

Sideshow is pleased to announce that Lucasfilm Ltd. And Medicom Toy Corporation have granted Sideshow Collectibles the ability to import the 12" RAH Indiana Jones figures. These outstanding 1:6 scale figures are of the highest quality and detail, ready to take life on a shelf in any dynamic pose that is desired. Medicom Toys RAH body is one of the most articulated 12-inch figure bodies available, capable of nearly any pose that the human body can achieve.

This second-chance release of the Indiana Jones - Raiders of the Lost Ark 12" figure features a 12" male body with 30+ points of articulation, authentic likeness of Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones, an alternate head with hat permanently attached, hat with fabric lining, coiled bullwhip, articulated bullwhip, sandbag, satchel, idol, two sets of  interchangeable gloved hands, two sets of interchangeable bare hands, and a display base with the Indiana Jones logo.  This is a limited edition of 7,500 pieces.

These three animals, an ox, elephant and hippo, have embedded magnets that allow kids to mix and match their head and tail components. Each measures about 5" L x 3" D.

This snowy rubble environment provides a detailed backdrop for 12" figure display. Each piece is cast in heavyweight polystone, then handpainted and hand-finished to Sideshow's exacting standards. Timber features a snow-patch display stand designed to lend him a little extra support, and each set is complete with a COBRA case accessory.  Snake Eyes and Cobra Trooper figures sold separately. Limited edition 750. Launch date: 4Q 2009.

This limited-edition of 3,000 Cobra Commander 12" figure has numerous features, including a Fully articulated Prometheus male body with 30+ points of articulation, hooded Cobra Commander portrait, dagger with scabbard and chain, Cobra Commander gun, 3 sets of interchangeable gloved hands and 12-inch display base with the G.I. Joe logo. This product is sold out in the US and EU. Launch date:

The Cobra Trooper 12" figure features a fully articulated Prometheus male body with 30+ points of articulation, Cobra Trooper portrait with facemask, AK 74 with folding stock and sheathed bayonet, canteen with fabric cover, 3 sets of  interchangeable gloved hands and a 12" display base with G.I. Joe logo. It's a limited edition of 2000 pieces. It is sold out in the US and EU. Launch date: September 2009.

The Storm Shadow 12" figure has numerous features, including a fully articulated Prometheus male body with 30+ points of articulation, Storm Shadow masked portrait, Storm Shadow unmasked portrait, quiver with bow and arrows, Ninja stars and a long sword with scabbard. It's a limited edition of 2000 pieces. This piece is sold out in the US and EU. Launch date: September 2009.
  

The Darth Vader 12" Figure features a fully articulated all-new unique male body with 30+ points of articulation; shin, shoulder, mantle and groin armor; breastplate with chest box, outer cape with chain clasp,  interchangeable hands and a 12" Figure Display Base with Star Wars logo.

The Snake Eyes 12" Figure features a fully articulated male (prometheus) body with 30+ points of articulation and accessories such as a SPIE Rig harness and Pistol Belt, 9mm Sub-Machine Gun with Single Point Sling and Carabineer, MK-23 Pistol Holster w/ Suppressor pouch, Special Ops LAV (Light Assault Vest) and a Tanto Fighting Knife. The figure also comes with a 12" display base featuring the G.I. Joe logo. It comes in a limited edition of 3500. This item is sold out in the US and EU.

The front end loader from the ROADMAX series is a sturdy toy with a design suitable for small children with many realistic functions for playing fun. The transparent driver's cab that opens from above can be equipped with a play figure. Front and back end loader are fully functional and can be locked in position. The front shovel and the rear shovel can also be tilted or moved by operating the respective lever. Fold-out support legs ensure stability and soft tires complete the picture.

The tipping driver's cab of the MAN cement mixer provides a view of the engine block. The mirrors of the driver's cab fold out and the water tank can be filled. The drum with integrated mixing spiral can be turned by operating a crank and the cement chute can be folded out. A bucket is included and tread tyres round off the image. To add to the fun of playing, the MAN cement mixer can be equipped with the Light and Sound Module [art. no.: 02801] (not included). It measures 46.5 x 26.5 x 17.5 cm.

Just like the "real thing", goods on this Mack DHL container truck can also be loaded and unloaded through the rear swing doors. Another great playing option this toy has to offer is the vehicle's swap trailer, which detaches automatically from the vehicle when the support legs are pulled out and set up to allow the lorry to move out from underneath the trailer. Separately available swap trailers allow you to realistically imitate a freight forwarding business. Another special characteristic is that you can use swap trailers as a construction kit and combine certain components with several swap trailers to form, for example, a vehicle garage. It measures 59.5 x 26.5 x 18.5 cm.

This jolly, plush Santa Claus is 9" tall and features a white beard along with red and green fabrics of varying design. Launch date: June 2009.

This 9" reindeer boasts an array of red and green against striped and floral fabrics. He has plush antlers and spearmint green piping for an extra bit of detail. Launch date: June 2009.

With a generous amount of wool roving and step-by-step color photographs, this kit is designed to help one learn the art of sculptural needle felting. Also included are two new felting needles and a wooden skewer packaged in a take-out container. All one needs is a foam pad and a sense of adventure. Launch date: 2007.

Individuals can learn the art of sculptural needle felting with this intermediate kit by Woolpets. This kit is designed for those with some experience needle felting, but adventuresome craft folks won't have difficulty. A generous amount of wool roving and step-by-step color photographs are provided to make it simple to create an adorable sheep. Also included are two new felting needles and a wooden skewer packaged in an attractive take-out container. All one needs is a foam pad and a sense of adventure. Launch date: 2007.

Individuals can learn the art of sculptural needle felting with this kit by Woolpets. A generous amount of wool roving and instructional photos are provided to make it simple to create a family of penguins. Also included are two new felting needles and a wooden skewer packaged in an attractive take out container. All one needs is a foam pad and a sense of adventure. "Lots of step-by-step photographs and very clear instructions ensure success for beginners," Kevin Sharp, owner of Woolpets, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2007.

Children can get into the holiday spirit with this festive Santa Scribble Mat. This durable, washable vinyl placemat is designed to provide hours of fun and creativity. It comes with four non-toxic crayons and may be used at meal time, school, home, restaurants, or for travel and kids on the go. "Our signature surface wipes clean with a dry cloth. Children can color over and over," Andi Thea, COTS of Scribble Mats!, told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 2003.

Kids can join Santa on his Christmas journey in this Scribble Book that comes with 10 color-on, wipe-off board book pages and six crayons. The pages can be colored again and again, and the product may be used at meal time, home, school and restaurants, and for travel and kids on the go. "Our special surface wipes clean with a dry cloth, so children can color over and over," Andi Thea, COTS of Scribble-Mats!, told TDmonthly. It received a 2009 Dr. Toy Best Vacation Children's Products Award. Launch date: 2006.

These nature-themed, gender-neutral wall cards are numbered one through 10. The images are made using recycled paper. The cards are designed to be educational, stylish and environmental from start to finish, using only 100-percent recycled materials and soy ink for the product and packaging. "Wall cards are known as an economical alternative to expensive wall art, which makes them the perfect product for families on a budget. And their versatility allows them to be individually framed, or simply tacked up to the wall!" Rebecca Peragine, CEO of Art and Philanthropy, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2009.

Museumline Pteranodon Sternbergi is made of a non-PVC material called synthetic rubber. It is handpainted, made to 1:30 scale, and produced to the company's high standards of design and safety in Germany. Each piece comes with a ring screwed into the creature's back, so it can be hung on a thread to "fly." The tag contains information about Pteranodon Sternbergi and his pre-historic environment. The fish in its mouth is detachable. "Museumline Pteranodon Sternbergi's design has been created in cooperation with and approved by the National Museum for Natural History "Museum am Lowentor" in Stuttgart, Germany," Rico Fabbroni, director of sales for Bullyland Toys, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2002.