Previews #255 (vol. XIX #12) previews publications

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HALO
HALO: ARBITER MINI-BUST

A Gentle Giant Sculpt! Not every alien is bent on ending mankind. Actually, if it wasn’t for The Arbiter stepping up and helping the humans, all life in the Halo world would have ceased to exist. Okay, maybe in the beginning this alien soldier wasn’t so "human-friendly," but in the end The Arbiter more than redeemed himself. A massive mini-bust at 6 1/2" tall and just as wide, the Arbiter is detailed with inscribed battle armor and energy weapon. This limited edition collectible comes securely boxed with a hand-numbered base and Certificate of Authenticity. Scheduled to ship in February 2010. (5498/11060) (C: 0-1-4)

RES. from Previews Vol. XIX #4 (APR091422)

Mini-Bust SRP: $59.99

A Gentle Giant Sculpt! Cedric Diggory, portrayed by Twilight's Robert Pattinson, was the captain of the Hufflepuff Quidditch team at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Dressed in his Quidditch robes and standing 6 1/2" tall, this limited edition polystone mini-bust comes painted and ready to display. This collectible comes hand-numbered, complete with a matching Certificate of Authenticity. Scheduled to ship in June 2010. (5498/80041) (C: 0-1-4)

Mini-Bust SRP: $60.00
LORD OF THE RINGS
LORD OF THE RINGS: THE BEARDED AXE OF GIMLI PROP REPLICA

Wielded by Gimli, son of Gloin, during the War of the Ring, the enemies of the free peoples of Middle-Earth learned to fear the Dwarf's Bearded Axe. The blade is cast of forged tool steel and features brass engraved decoration sand a weathered steel finish giving it a battle-worn appearence. Close attention to quality and accuracy to the original prop used by actor John-Rhys Davies is a priority in every hand-selected piece. The axe measures 34" overall, with an 8" blade. Each replica is marked with the appropriate copyrights to ensure authenticity. Includes display plaque and Certificate of Authenticity. Scheduled to ship in February 2010. (4792/UC2628) (C: 0-1-3)

Prop Replica SRP: $189.99
MARVEL HEROES
WONDER MAN MODERN BUST

A Bowen Designs Sculpt! Industrialist Simon Williams, his company going bankrupt due to competition from Tony Stark, accepted a proposition by Baron Zemo to infiltrate the Avengers. Granted ion-based powers, Williams was transformed into Wonder Man, with nigh-infinite power and invulnerability. He turned against Zemo's plan to destroy the Avengers, however, and it time he became one of the Avengers most loyal members. This bust, sculpted by Randy Bowen, depicts Wonder Man in his modern costume. Scheduled to ship in February 2010. (8824) (C: 0-1-3)

Bust SRP: $50.00
HAVOK STATUE

A Bowen Designs Sculpt! Alex Summers, the brother to Cyclops, the leader of the X-Men, had his own costumed identity, Havok! Where his brother Scott could shoot beams of light from his eyes, Alex could generate concussive plasma blasts. This statue, sculpted by Jason Smith, depicts the occasional X-Man and former leader of X-Factor. Scheduled to ship in February 2010. (8824) (C: 0-1-3)

Statue SRP: $200.00
MOVIE/TV
JAMES CAMERON'S AVATAR: NEYTIRI MINI-BUST

A Gentle Giant Sculpt! In the distant future, humanity finds the planet Alpha Centauri B, a world they call "Pandora." Filled with an incredible variety of life, Pandora harbors both treasures and resources beyond human imagining, that draw in human avarice as well. Neytiri is one of the planet's proud people, who becomes the love interest of the human, Jake Sully when he enters her life in his Avatar form. Created from the actual film’s 3-D models and cast in high-quality polystone, no detail has been overlooked; even the Na'vi peoples bioluminescence is painstakingly hand-painted across the piece. Strictly limited in its production run, this collectible comes numbered, complete with a matching certificate of authenticity. Scheduled to ship in June 2010. (5498/80036) (C: 0-1-4)

RES. from Previews Vol. XIX #8 (AUG091506)

Mini-Bust SRP: $70.00

Never give up, never surrender! Journey into the depths of space with the Galaxy Quest prop replica models! These are full-size replicas of the guns and communicators used by the crew of the Protector in the 1999 film. The Ion Nebulizer (gun) comes with clear lenses cast in blue, complete with a functioning trigger. The VOX Communicator comes with a spring-loaded flip-open mouth piece. Some assembly required. Scheduled to ship in February 2010. (1283/9003) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.

Prop Replica SRP: $17.99
GALAXY QUEST: N.S.E.A. PROTECTOR SCALE MODEL KIT

By Grabthar's Hammer! Science-fiction fans took a journey into the stars in the Tim Allen/Sigourney Weaver film Galaxy Quest aboard the N.S.E.A. Protector. Once just a ship of a long-cancelled science-fiction series, the alien Thermians built their own Protector, not realizing that the television signals they received were not the historical documents they believed them to be. Pegasus Hobbies has recreated the Protector from original design data and the studio model. Designed and molded to make lighting easy to incorporate, the Protector also comes with a removable command ship. When assembled, the ship rests atop a Galaxy Quest logo display base. Scheduled to ship in February 2010. (1283/9004) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only within the United States and U.S. Territories.

Scale Model Kit SRP: $29.99
OFFERED AGAIN
O/A GARGOYLES: GOLIATH STATUE

A Bowen Designs Sculpt! Disney's animated series Gargoyles marked a departure for afternoon animation, with its dark and moody storylines and characters, centered around a clan of mystical gargoyles that lived in New York City. The central character of the series, the gargoyle Goliath, is brought to life in this imposing statue sculpted by Randy Bowen. Standing 23 1/2" tall and based on Disney's original designs, this statue will bring the dark magic of Gargoyles into your life. Available Now! (8824) (C: 0-1-3)

Statue SRP: $275.00
STARSHIP TROOPERS: TAC FIGHTER PEWTER FIGURINE

Yamato honors the legends of science-fiction films with the Sci-Fi Figure Gallery. From Paul Verhoeven's cult classic film Starship Troopers comes the TAC Fighter. The main starfighter/bomber used by the Federation fleet in their war against the Bug, the TAC Fighter is presented here in a 6" reproduction that captures every detail in finely-cast pewter. It comes with a numbered base and is limited to 1,000 pieces worldwide. Scheduled to ship in March 2010. (4368/347823) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.

Figurine SRP: $129.99
OFFERED AGAIN
O/A TURA SATANA STATUE

Best known as Varla from the 1965 exploitation film, Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!, actress Tura Satana is brought to life in this officially licensed, limited edition statue! Standing 12" tall, the statue was designed and sculpted by Mark Alfrey and comes with a limited edition poster by Mike Hoffman. Sure to be sought after by film buffs and connoisseurs of exploitation cinema, don't miss this chance to add Tura Satana to your collection! Now at a lower price! Available Now! (6717) (C: 0-1-2)

Statue SRP: $54.99
STAR WARS
STAR WARS: R2-D2 1:6-SCALE STATUE

A Gentle Giant Sculpt! A bold droid in personality and termperament, with a nose for adventure, R2-D2 was an astromech droid, undoubtedly the most famous and more important built in the R2 series. With his companion protocal droid C-3P0, R2-D2 served the Skywalker family for decades. This robotic Star Wars hero is sculpted in polystone and comes with 8 accessories in total, including the periscope scanner, mechanical gripper, utility saw, and more that can be assembled within the statue's exposed chest or dome panels. Each statue is hand-painted and hand-numbered, complete with a Certificate of Authenticity. Scheduled to ship in June 2010. (5498/80048) (C: 0-1-4)

Statue SRP: $160.00
STAR WARS: SNOWTROOPER MINI-BUST

A Gentle Giant Sculpt! Snowtroopers, also known as Cold Assault Stormtroopers, were Imperial forces specifically trained to operate in arctic climates. This mini-bust measures in at over 6 1/2" to the top of his head. Finely detailed from his utility belt to back pack, blaster rifle and film accurate helmet and armor. This limited edition Polystone collectible comes hand numbered with a matching Certificate of Authenticity. Scheduled to ship in March 2010. (5498/11639) (C: 0-1-4)

RES. from Previews Vol. XIX #4 (APR091441)

Mini-Bust SRP: $59.99

Battle the Separatist armies in space with the powerful V-19 Torrent Starfighter, blasting straight out of the Star Wars prequel trilogy. Wings and landing gear move together automatically to switch between landing and flying modes. Quick snap together assembly no gluing required. No painting is necessary; the model is built of multicolored painted parts. Optional landing gear open or closed, opening canopy to show detailed cockpit and figure plus display stand. Scheduled to ship in February 2010. (89/85-1867) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.

Model Kit SRP: $19.99
STARGATE
STARGATE SG-1: GOA'ULD DEATH GLIDER REPLICA

The second in Quantum Mechanix' series of the Ships of Stargate, this screen-accurate replica of the Goa'uld Death Glider from Stargate SG-1 is the most detailed model of the alien attack craft ever built. With an 8" wingspam, the hand-painted Death Glider includes a detailed diorama base that includes a miniature Stargate, DVD, and stone circle. Limited to just 1,500 individually-numbered replicas, the replica comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. Scheduled to ship in February 2010. (7814/SG1-011) (C: 0-1-3)

Replica SRP: $99.95
UNIVERSAL MONSTERS
UNIVERAL MONSTERS 1:8 SCALE MODEL KITS

Dracula. The Mummy. The Frankenstein Monster. The Wolfman. For over seventy years, audiences have thrilled to the black-and-white films produced by Universal Studios starring these terrors of the silver screen. Now, collectors can bring these horrors into their homes with Revell's new series of Universal Monsters 1/8-scale model kits—re-issues of the classic kits first introduced during the Monster Crazer of the 1960's! The Frankenstein Monster, molded in light gray, features finely sculpted details, including head, hands, clothing, and a famous pose as he stands atop a graveyard display base. The vampire Count Dracula, also molded in light gray, has a fiendishly detailed face and wears formal attire with a flowing lined cape, all atop a gnarled tree stump display base. The Wolfman, with an authorized likeness of actor Lon Cheney, Jr., has a frightful face and hairy beast-like body, and stands atop a rocky display base with a human skull and frightened rats. Finally, the Mummy, also with an authorized likeness of Cheney, has a hideous face and frayed bandages, and stands atop a display base that brings to life the ruined Egyptian temple. Each model is suitable for modelers of moderate skills, ages 12 and up. Some assembly required. Scheduled to ship in February 2010. (89) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Available only in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories.

FRANKENSTEIN MONSTER (85-6516)—Model Kit SRP: $21.99

DRACULA (85-6517)—Model Kit SRP: $21.99

THE WOLFMAN (85-6518)—Model Kit SRP: $21.99

THE MUMMY (85-6519)—Model Kit SRP: $21.99

Celebrate a quarter century of Stan Sakai's ronin rabbit, Usaji Yojimbo! These limited edition statues of characters from the long-running comic book stand 10" tall and look like they've just stepped out of the four-color page and into your collection. Collectors can choose from Miyamoto Usagi, Gennosuke, Tomoe Ame, Jotaro, and Katsuichi. Each statue is made from high-quality polystone and comes atop a sturdy display base. Sakai calls these "the best Usagi figures ever made," and no fan of Usagi Yojimbo will want to miss the opportunity to add these to their collection! Scheduled to ship in February 2010. (8147) (C: 1-1-3) NOTE: Not available in Asia.

MIYAMOTO USAGI (8001)—Statue SRP: $89.99

GENNOSUKE (8002)—Statue SRP: $89.99

TOMOE AME (8003)—Statue SRP: $89.99

JOTARO (8004)—Statue SRP: $89.99

KATSUICHI (8005)—Statue SRP: $89.99
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A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Created in 1941 by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby to represent opposition to Nazi Germany, CAPTAIN AMERICA combined superhero stories with patriotism and the fight against oppression in the world. From humble beginnings as a physically weak young man, Steve Rogers attempted to join the United States military service to combat the threat in Europe. Recruited into a secret “Super-Soldier” program, Rogers was given a serum and radiation that transformed him into a paragon of human athleticism. With a red, white, and blue costume and special aerodynamic shield, Captain America burst onto the superhero scene. Throughout his illustrious career Rogers would team up with other heroes and fight alongside the Avengers on multiple occasions. Though he was thought dead at the end of the Civil War storyline, the original Captain America was displaced in time and is destined to return as a member of the Avengers Reborn with Thor and Iron Man!

The patriotic American super soldier stands triumphant on the field of battle, a bastion of freedom and democracy standing firm while raising his iconic shield over his head. His uniform and signature look are recreated down to the last detail, with special emphasis paid to the sculpting of Captain America’s impressive musculature and the scales of his armored shirt. Cap’s classic look is comprised of vivid red, white, and blue, with subtler accents of facial skin tone, and dark leather boots and belt pouches with metallic fasteners. You can display Captain America in two different ways according to your preferences, utilizing either of his included heads: the traditional winged look and World War II D-Day helmet variant!

Captain America stands approximately 12 ½ inches tall (1/6th scale) with one foot on a rocky stone base decorated with the classic Avengers “A” logo. The deluxe motif base connects to those of the other members of the Avengers Reborn series, Thor and Iron Man. Sculpted by master artist Junnosuke Abe, Captain America is constructed of high-quality cold cast porcelain and is a limited, numbered edition.

Statue $220.00
ARMORED CORE VICTORIA FINE SCALE MODEL KIT

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Build! Pose! Customize! The Armored Core kits, now with over 40 different models now available, require easy snap fit assembly (made simple by included pictorial instructions), and do not need to be painted, although you may choose to customize or detail the weapons as you see fit. All of the kits in the Infinity Series feature interchangeable weapons, bodies, and heads for the ultimate in customization!

Appearing in Japan’s Dengeki Hobby Magazine’s novel “Armored Core Brave New World,” the VICTORIA is piloted by the main character Koki. The formidable fighting robot is lean and tall, outfitted in stylized armor decorated with fins and intricate mechanical details. Bright white, the Victoria is accented in gleaming gold and red. This special novel version includes a head design not seen in the games at all, as well as special tampo-printed emblems. Like all of the other Armored Core units, the Victoria comes armed with multiple accessories and weapons, including its signature WL 14LB-ELF2 Laser Blade. Standing 8 ½ inches tall, the exclusive robot is comprised of approximately 500 parts and when fully assembled it has 20 points of articulation for extreme poseability!

Model Kit $54.99

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! The next member of the elite Super Robot Taisen Fine Scale Model Kits is another version of the popular and widely used Gespenst (German for “ghost”), the GESPENST MK-II MASS PRODUCTION MODEL. Designed and used as a cheap fighting unit, this awesome robot was piloted by Hugo and Albero and wields a variety of heavy weaponry.

It’s never been easier to get your Super Robot Taisen units into battle with snap-fit assembly (no glue required) and pictorial instructions! The Gespenst MK-II Mass Production Model_@stands 6 ½ inches tall (1/144 scale), and composed of more than 300 pieces cast in different colors, eliminating the need for painting. The ghostly gray robot comes with its signature weapons, the M950 Machinegun, M13 Shotgun, F2W Cannon, and Plasma Stake mounted on its right arm! Your display options are even greater with additional hands and removable head antennae.

Model Kit $54.99

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Beloved anime heroines Rei Ayanami and Asuka Langley Soryu have been captured as statues and action figures in the past, but never like this! The sultry Rei & Asuka Plug-Suit Version PVC statue captures these Evangelion pilots in a quiet moment, outfitted in their plug-suits, Asuka in Rei's arms. Measuring approximately 8" tall, this piece (sculpted for Kotobukiya by Naoki Nishimura) expertly captures these Neon Genesis Evangelion characters beautifully.

REI—Statue $69.99

ASUKA—Statue $69.99

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Over a decade and counting... and the EVA phenomenon shows no signs of slowing down. Hideaki Anno and Gainax’s post-apocalyptic deconstruction of the giant robot genre has spawned a legion of fans, as well as a great series of collectibles! Released as a companion piece to the best selling Rei & Asuka Plug Suit Ani*Statues, this set features the main men of the series: SHINJI IKARI and KAWORU NAGISA! The duo are seated in their school uniforms on a giant logo base, and finely detailed by sculptor Saki Asada. This high-quality pvc statue comes ready for display right out of its window box package.

SHINJI—Statue $64.99

KAWORU—Statue $64.99

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! The beautiful heroine and fan favorite of the Sengoku Rance series returns in the new 4-Leaves “Legends Girls” series, recognizing and celebrating classic Japanese manga and anime heroines in definitive versions. That’s right, SILL PLAIN is back, this time appearing as she did in Sengoku Rance VI!

The former slave and magician’s assistant to the hero Rance, Sill Plain is herself a mage proficient in both healing and fighting magic. In this new version, Sill wears her classic white cape over a skin-tight shirt, while her waist is circled by a mini skirt being gently blown by the wind emphasizing her beautiful long and silky legs. Sill’s voluminous pink hair was carefully sculpted in waves to match the original character illustration, and her pretty bishoujo-styled face is wide-eyed and smiling. Standing approximately 7 1/3 inches tall (1/8th scale) atop her included base, Sill Plain was sculpted by Munetoshi Makio and is constructed of pvc plastic.

Statue $79.99

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Earlier this year, the classic comedic manga series Great King Azumanga (Azumanga Daioh) celebrated its 10th anniversary. With a highly popular spinoff anime series, the story of six unique girls experiencing high school has been enjoyed by fans all around the world, which makes it perfect for inclusion in Kotobukiya’s new series of 4-Leaves “Legends Girls.” Celebrating traditional character types with definitive sculpts, the new series also includes updates of out of print garage kits.

The first schoolgirl is none other than SAKAKI-SAN (SWIMSUIT VER.), the tall (and busty) girl who is soft-spoken and sensitive. Originally released as a limited edition event exclusive garage kit in 2002, Miss Sakaki is back in a fully assembled and painted Ani*Statue! The beautiful Sakaki-san is dressed in her tight yellow swimsuit that highlights all of her sexy curves, especially her ample bust line. Completely relaxed, the schoolgirl reclines with her arms behind her and legs stretched out. The look on Sakaki’s face is serene, dominated by her huge blue eyes. While the original kit required assembly and painting, this new version comes fully assembled and painted to Kotobukiya’s high standards. Reclining on a specially designed base, Sakaki is 4 ¾ inches tall and 7 ¾ inches long (1/7th scale). Sculpted by Gen Ishizuka, the high school beauty is constructed of high-quality pvc plastic.

The second Great King Azumanga character is OSAKA (SWIMSUIT VERSION). A unique female character who would resonate with fans, Osaka may be plain in looks but she more than makes up for it with her incredible imagination and sense of humor! The schoolgirl, originally released as a limited event exclusive garage kit in 2002, is back in a beautiful Ani*Statue that requires no assembly or painting! Serene and composed, the day dreaming Osaka sits curled up with an inflatable pink floatation tube on a specially designed base. Dressed in a nondescript red swimsuit, the innocently cute girl looks upward with her huge brown eyes as though she were looking straight into yours. Great care has been placed on making Osaka’s pose look natural, and so the young schoolgirl rests one hand on the other and sits with one leg forward and the other turned to the side. Sculpted by Tsukuru Shirahige, Osaka is 4 inches tall (1/7th scale) and is constructed of high-quality pvc plastic.

SAKAKI-SAN—Statue $64.99

OSAKA—Statue $54.99

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! The 4-Leaves “Legends Girls” lineup from Kotobukiya focusing on the “eternal heroines” of Japanese manga and anime continues with another pretty girl from Sister Princess, the long-running bishoujo series consisting of light novels, manga, video games, and anime. After Kaho the “sister type” comes SAKUYA SWIMSUIT VER., the emotionally fragile and easily flustered modern teenager. Originally released as a garage kit in 2002, the classic Sister Princess swimsuit-clad beauty is back, fully painted and ready for you to display!

Based on an original character illustration, Sakuya is ready for an exciting day at the beach wearing a tiny bikini with a huge revolver strapped to her hip. Her confident manner is apparent in her pose, flipping back her long hair and balancing on the toes of one foot, which also serves to emphasize her pretty legs. Updated for this new release, Sakuya’s sculpt is top notch, with intricate detailing on the young lady’s necklace and weapon. The most difficult thing about the original garage kit was getting the paint just right, but Kotobukiya’s master painters have made that a thing of the past. Sakuya’s creamy skin tone is perfectly offset by her peach and orange bikini, brown belt and hair, and bright blue eyes. Standing 7 inches tall (in 1/8th scale), Sakuya was sculpted by Takahiro Ayase and comes fully assembled.

Statue $59.99

A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Continuing the new series of 4-Leaves “Legend Girls,” bishoujo figures that celebrate the classic character types in Japanese manga and anime, is a beloved character from Windmill’s famous Happiness! game series, the gender bending JUN WATARASE. Though male, Jun cross dresses in a girl’s high school uniform to accent his feminine looks and make him more popular with other boys.

The pretty Jun Watarase wears not just any old school uniform, but the most frequently requested and sought after Mizuhosaka Academy version. His soft peach and white shirt gracefully matches the darker brown of his very short skirt and shoes, while his legs are encased in dark stockings. Jun’s long purple hair, framing his feminine bishoujo face, fans out around his back in thick tendrils as the schoolboy leans forward with one foot in front of the other. You can display Jun in two distinct ways with included extra pieces, either with the normal cute face or a second one with mouth open and alternate left arm touching his lips! Sculpted by Takahiro Obata and standing 7 inches tall (1/8th scale), Jun is constructed of high-quality pvc plastic and comes with an acrylic display base.