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Sideshow Collectibles Newsletter - Date: 2/3/2012 | Check us out on Facebook, Flickr and Twitter!
In this Issue:
  • Special Announcements: Sideshow Apparel is here!
  • Celebration IV: 30th Anniversary Exclusives begin processing next week...
  • Comic-Con: Exclusives and PPO schedules revealed!
  • Ministry: Sideshow's Spider-Man Week begins Monday and watch the Shogun Playground video...
  • Marvel: Preview the Peter Parker RAH figure!
  • General Interest: Pre-Order Revoltech figures, Hot Toys Rambo III and more!
  • Military: Preview John Wayne as a Cavalry Officer!
  • Terminator: Sarah Connor production photos posted...
  • Star Wars: New QTVRs and shipping updates...
  • LOTR: Faramir shipping update...
  • Predator: Exclusive Ancient Elder Predator nearly sold out!
  • Contests: Leia Buns winners, Gandalf winner, and more contest news!
  • Wait List and Stock Status updates
  • Shipping Updates, Now Shipping, and Coming Soon
  • Unsubscribe Information

Special Announcements

Sideshow Apparel is here!

CLICK HERECollecting is easy. Now you can look GOOD doing it! Yes, today's the day to place your orders for our entire line of affordable and fashionable apparel - from cool t-shirts and polos, to cozy pullovers and jackets - featuring all new Sideshow logos and designs! We currently have small quantities of all styles and sizes IN STOCK (except for the White Luxe Jacket, which will arrive in our warehouse soon), so place your orders before your fellow collectors swipe up all the goodies. Don't forget that this is also a great new way to use those Rewards points that you've been stacking up! [Order Sideshow Apparel]

Star Wars 30th Anniversary Exclusives processing soon!

CLICK HEREAs we put the finishing touches on our plans for Star Wars Celebration IV in Los Angeles, we'd like to remind all of you who purchased any of the 30th Anniversary Exclusives that pre-orders will BEGIN PROCESSING late next week (May 3rd)! Please allow up to 2 weeks for us to process all of the pre-orders, and make sure that your finances are in order, as we would hate to have to cancel your order(s) due to a credit decline. If you are an Attendee, you will need to bring a copy of your invoice(s), which will be emailed to you after processing is complete, and a photo ID in order to pick up your item(s) at our booth from May 24th-May 28th. Remember, all Exclusives MUST be picked up prior to Noon on Sunday, May 28th to avoid cancellation! If you are a Non-Attendee, your 30th Anniversary Exclusives are estimated to begin shipping around May 21st. Please allow up to 14 business days for all Exclusives to ship from our warehouse. And if you missed out on pre-ordering these fantastic items, don't delay - sign up for the Wait Lists today! [Sideshow's C4 news headquarters] [30th Anniversary Exclusive Wait Lists]

Comic-Con

Find out about our Comic-Con Exclusives today!

CLICK HEREThis year we have a grand total of SIX insanely cool San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive products, which will begin pre-ordering NEXT WEEK! Follow the first link to review the Priority Pre-Order schedule for each item, and mark your calendars with the dates and times. Stay tuned to our next podcast, scheduled to air next Thursday, May 3rd, as we reveal a few more details about each item! Plus, make sure to review all of our helpful Frequently Asked Questions about our 2007 Comic-Con Exclusives, available through the following links. You can also add our Comic-Con news feed to your RSS reader, so you can stay on top of all the con news from SideshowCollectibles.com! [List of Exclusives and PPO schedule] [Attendee FAQ] [Non-Attendee FAQ] [Add our Comic-Con RSS feed]

Mark your calendars for the first of our Comic-Con Exclusive Priority Pre-Orders!

CLICK HEREThe first of Sideshow's 2007 Comic-Con Exclusives, our Black Suited Spider-Man Mini Bust will begin Priority Pre-Ordering for newsletter subscribers next week, just in time for the premiere of 'Spider-Man 3' in theaters! Will you be a Comic-Con Attendee and pre-order on Thursday, May 3rd at 10am (PT), or a Non-Attendee, pre-ordering at 10am (PT) on Friday, May 4th? You can take your pick, although we suggest that you participate in the Non-Attendee PPO if you are at all in doubt about your attendance at the con! Get a new glimpse of the bust, plus all the Priority Pre-Order information, through the following link today - and we'll see you on SideshowCollectibles.com for the PPO next week! [Black Spidey Mini Bust - Preview & PPO info]

Contests

Leia Buns winners have been picked!

CLICK HEREWe're excited to announce the winners of our recent Star Wars contest, which asked collectors to show us their best rendition of Princess Leia's bun hairstyle! These lucky collectors have won a new Sideshow Princess Leia t-shirt: S. Lubin (#7), M. Feeney (#8), K. Sirota (#10), G. Mikita (#13), and C. Caruthers (#15). Please note that shirts come in size XL only. And the Grand Prize winner of the Sideshow Exclusive Princess Leia Premium Format figure is: P. Gibson (#1)! Thanks to everyone who participated, and keep on the lookout for our next fun photo contest! (If you see your name on this list as a winner, please make sure to watch your inboxes for the confirmation email, as you will only have 3 business days to confirm your win before your prize is forfeited.) [Check out the Leia Buns gallery!]

And the winner of the Gandalf the Grey statue is...

CLICK HEREDrumroll, please! The lucky LOTR newsletter subscriber who will be welcoming a SOLD OUT Gandalf the Grey statue into his or her home is: J. Richards from Phoenix, AZ, who knew that Gandalf was part of the race of the Ainur (we also accepted 'Maiar' and 'Istari' as answers, since those are divisions of the Ainur). This winner will be contacted by email to claim the prize. Please allow up to six weeks for processing and delivery. Thanks for playing our little LOTR trivia game, and keep an eye out for even more newsletter member-only contests and giveaways! [Sideshow's Contest homepage]

This is your last chance to enter to win a special Mother's Day bouquet!

CLICK HEREDon't forget that Mother's Day will be here before you know it! Take this opportunity to write an "Ode to Your Mama" and you could win a fancy bouquet of fresh flowers to send to that special woman who brought you into this crazy world, courtesy of Sideshow Collectibles! That's right, we want you to submit your best poetry or prose, honoring your mother and all she's had to put up with from you over the years, for a chance to win. Follow the link to read up on all the details, and don't forget to follow the directions and peruse the fine print. This contest closes at 11:59 PM (PT), Sunday, April 29th, so submit your entry before then! Mother's are special - take this opportunity to let the world know how important yours is to you! [Mother's Day Contest details]

Newsletter INSTANT WINNERS grab more Gift Cards!

CLICK HEREThis week we have randomly drawn five newsletter members as INSTANT WINNERS, each of whom will receive a FREE Sideshow Collectibles Gift Card, worth $20 toward select in stock products, simply for being a subscriber! These lucky winners are: Z. Bassell, D. Skog, D. Slavin, J. Swisher, and M. MacLean. They will each be contacted by email to claim their Gift Cards. If you have some friends who would love a chance to win cool collectibles and other fun, FREE stuff, make sure to tell them to sign up for (and read!) our weekly newsletter and choose the 'Contests' interest - it's the only way to win! **Please remember to allow up to six weeks for delivery of prizes. If you see your name on this list, be sure to watch your inbox so that you can confirm your win! [Sideshow Contest Terms and Conditions]

Sideshow's Spider-Man Week begins Monday!

CLICK HERETune in next week as we celebrate all things Spidey with Sideshow's Spider-Man Week! What can you expect to encounter at SideshowCollectibles.com from Monday, April 30th through Monday, May 7th? Well, be prepared to sling your web around super deals on a variety of Sideshow collectibles, participate in a few fun and unique contests, and brush up on behind-the-scenes info about our new 'Spider-Man 3' products! And don't forget to check out 'Spider-Man 3' in theaters May 4th... as if you need reminder! We'll be celebrating that day with a Spider-Man themed 'Film Food & Figure Firday' contest, so be sure to enter for your chance to win from 9am - 6pm (Pacific Time) on Friday, May 4th! [Spider-Man 3 collectibles] [Film, Food & Figure Friday info]

Submit your Spider-Man 3 collectible questions!

CLICK HERETake this chance to submit all of your questions about our 'Spider-Man 3' collectibles through our Ask Sideshow form, as we will be hosting a special 'Ask Sideshow' Q&A session with the Production Team next week during Sideshow's Spider-Man Week! You can ask about the process of working with the licensor to bring them to life, or about the inspiration for the poses chosen for the characters in the Spider-Man VS Venom & Sandman diorama, or whatever your heart desires. Just be aware that we can't provide firm answers any 'Will you be doing?' questions, as usual! Submit your questions today, and watch the Production Blog from April 30th through May 7th for Spidey updates! [Ask Sideshow form] [April 24th Q&A] [Ask Sideshow archives]

The Militaries of Sideshow take YouTube by storm!

CLICK HERETake a look at this awesome trailer for the hottest new movie that you've never heard of: 'Shogun Playground'! The most epic Samurai movie ever created in two and a half days, this action adventure stars members of the Sideshow production and shipping teams and was directed by Sideshow's very own mulitimedia guru! Click the link, if you dare! (Yes, these are authentic Sideshow staff members. Yes, they researched and designed the costumes and weapons themselves. And yes, this is really what they do in their spare time.) [Shogun Playground video in the Blog]

Looks like Anime and Manga is pretty popular with our collectors!

CLICK HERESideshow's launch of its new Anime & Manga collectible category was met with much excitement from collectors around the globe last week, and we are very delighted by the overwhelmingly positive response! We can't wait to see what the future has in store as we add more items to this appealing new category. If you haven't pitched in with your opinion yet, make your vote count in our Anime & Manga homepage poll, going on now at SideshowCollectibles.com! And don't forget to tell us what you think about it all in the comment area of our site. [Anime & Manga category] [Participate in the poll] [Let us know what you think]

Marvel

Peter Parker is coming to Sideshow!

CLICK HEREHave no fear, fellow web-heads, Sideshow is here to bring you all the BEST Spider-Man 3 collectibles! We are excited to announce that we are being allowed to distribute a limited quantity of the buzz-worthy, 'Spider-Man 3' Peter Parker RAH 1:6th scale figure! This figure was announced last week as a Japanese, mail-away exclusive from Medicom, and has quickly become one of the most-anticipated Spidey 3 collectibles yet. Follow the link for a preview, and watch our newsletters for your opportunity to pre-order, just in time to celebrate Sideshow's Spider-Man Week! [Preview the Peter Parker RAH] [Sideshow Spider-Man Week coming soon!]

Spider-Man and Venom Mini Busts now IN STOCK!

CLICK HERECLICK HERECelebrate the upcoming pre-order of our first San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive, the Black Suited Spider-Man Mini Bust, by ordering the first two mini busts in the line - Spider-Man and Venom, now IN STOCK! You will be amazed by the detail that our design team has managed to pack into these compact and affordable busts. Make sure to place your order today - at such great prices, they are bound to go fast! [Spider-Man Mini Bust - IN STOCK] [Venom Mini Bust - VERY LOW QUANTITY] [Preview the Black Suited Spider-Man Mini Bust SDCC Exclusive] [View all Spider-Man 3 collectibles]

Sling your cyber vision all around the Spider-Man RAH figure!

CLICK HERENow you can get a closer look at Medicom's 'Spider-Man 3' RAH figure, through the Sideshow 360 QTVR feature, which has been posted to his product page! Cyberbrowse all the details on this superhero, from the top of his mask to his web-covered costume - it's the next best thing to holding the figure in your hands. There are a few available to pre-order, but you had better hurry before Spidey fever completely sweeps the globe! [Spider-Man 3 - Spider-Man RAH figure] [All Spider-Man 3 RAH figures]

General Interest

Reserve your Rambo Part III figure NOW!

CLICK HERETogether, Sideshow Collectibles and Hot Toys bring you the 'Rambo Part III' Movie Masterpiece 1:6th scale figure. The 'Rambo III' figure features the muscular body developed by Hot Toys, as seen on their first Rambo release, which features over 22 points of articulation. The Rambo figure is fully poseable, and features an extremely detailed and authentic gear set. Pre-order yours today! [Pre-Order Rambo III]

Pre-Order new Revoltech figures today!

CLICK HEREThe most recent addition to our new Anime / Manga collectible category, these super articulated Revoltech figures stand approximately 6-inches in height, and each one comes with a few fun accessories as well. All in all, they are a GREAT deal for the price, plus don't forget that you will earn Sideshow Rewards points by purchasing direct from SideshowCollectibles.com! We're also excited to announce that these cool, ultra-poseable figures will be arriving in our warehouse very soon, so place your pre-orders today to get in on the action! [Pre-Order Revoltech figures]

Speaking of Anime and Manga collectibles...

CLICK HEREThe creepy Kerberus Red Spectacles RAH figure from Medicom Toy is on the verge of selling out at Sideshow! Expected to arrive in our warehouse sometime in the 3rd Quarter of 2007, we suggest that you secure yours now in order to reserve one for your collection. Don't miss out on all the cool gear and unique design of this character - place your pre-order before he's gone! [Kerberus RAH figure - LOW QUANTITY]

When the world needed a hero, what it got was a QTVR!

CLICK HERETake another look at the world's most unlikely hero, our Ash Premium Format figure, this time in glorious Sideshow 360! To access this feature, which allows you to zoom in, out, and all around to get a closer look at the details of Ash and his handy (ha!) chainsaw, simply click on the '360' icon under the main product image! The Sideshow Exclusive edition, which comes with the 1:4 scale Necronomicon book, is now sold out at Sideshow, but you can still sign up for the Wait List, or pre-order the regular edition today! [Pre-Order the Regular Edition] [Exclusive Wait List]

Corpse Bride figures now IN STOCK!

CLICK HERECLICK HERESideshow Collectibles is proud to bring you Jun Planning's series of highly detailed, incredible Corpse Bride dolls. These articulated figures are clothed in real fabric, very much like the original stop-motion animation puppets. And now they are IN STOCK in our U.S. warehouse! But not for long, as we have less than 25 pieces left of both the Corpse Bride and Victor, so place your order today! [Corpse Bride with Bench - LOW QUANTITY] [Victor with Scraps - LOW QUANTITY]

Military Figures

John Wayne as a Cavalry Officer - coming soon!

CLICK HEREIn one of John Wayne's most famous roles he plays a historic United States Cavalry Officer who must save a group of women from an impending Indian attack. Follow the link to preview the newest addition to our John Wayne 12-inch line up, and keep an eye on our newsletters for more information and pre-ordering opportunities! [Preview John Wayne as a Cavalry Officer]

Take a tour of duty with John Wayne as a Green Beret!

CLICK HEREOur recently shipped John Wayne as a Green Beret 12-inch figure has been very popular with our military collectors worldwide, but even if you missed out, you can still sign up on the Wait List for both editions of this American Hero. Plus you can now take a tour of the figure, with the Sideshow 360 QTVR feature that has been posted to its product page! Take a closer look at all the details of John Wayne today! [Check out the John Wayne as a Green Beret QTVR]

Terminator

Sarah Connor will be here soon!

CLICK HERENever fear, all you T2 fans out there... our Sarah Connor 12-inch figure will soon be here to save Sideshow from annihilation at the hands of Skynet! (say THAT five times fast...) To celebrate, we have posted updated photos of the final production and packaging sample, so check them out today! Remember, although the Sideshow Exclusive edition, which features her must-have black hat accessory, is sold out at, you can still sign up for the Wait List. Or if you think you can live without the hat, you can pre-order the regular edition before it sells out! [Exclusive Wait List] [Pre-Order the Regular Edition]

Star Wars

30th Anniversary Yavin Luke QTVR posted!

CLICK HERETake a closer look at our popular Luke Skywalker - Rebel Hero: Yavin IV 12-inch figure through our handy Sideshow 360 QTVR feature, which has been posted to his product page. Want to inspect the costume or head sculpt with a little more detail? Now you can cyberbrowse the figure to your heart's content - just follow the link and load up the QTVR! Missed out on the pre-order for this Star Wars 30th Anniversary Exclusive? Put yourself on the Wait List right now! [Check out the Yavin Luke QTVR]

Get on the Wait Lists for our Rebel Troopers!

CLICK HEREThe first figures from our Militaries of Star Wars category have shipped to excited collectors around the world! During processing, we did experience a normal level of cancellations and credit card declines, so we are now fulfilling Wait List reservations for all of our Rebel Commando figures, including the Endor Striker Force bundle. If you're kicking yourself for missing out on the pre-orders for these Rebels, this would be a great time to put yourself on the Wait Lists, as reservations will continue to be fulfilled while supplies last! [Rebel Commando Troopers - Wait Lists recalled]

Star Wars shipping updates - Plo Koon and Leia as Boushh!

CLICK HERECLICK HEREWe'd like to take this opportunity to keep our Star Wars collectors up to date about upcoming shipping dates for our Plo Koon and Leia as Boushh 12-inch figures. The alien Jedi Master, Plo Koon, is estimated to arrive at our U.S. warehouse during the last week of May, so please expect processing to begin around that time. This figure is completely sold out at Sideshow, but you can still take your chances on the Wait Lists! Leia as Boushh has been pushed to 3rd Quarter to ensure that the figure is the best that it can possibly be before we take delivery of it. If you haven't pre-ordered this princess-in-disguise, we suggest you do so before she sells out! [Plo Koon] [Leia as Boushh]

Take a closer look at the Clone Trooper VCD!

CLICK HERENow's your chance to get up close and personal with a Clone Trooper! The Sideshow 360 QTVR feature for Medicom's Clone Trooper VCD figure has now been posted on his product page, so check it out today! These cute, but deadly, little guys are IN STOCK in our U.S. warehouse right now, so order yours today. No VCD collection can be complete without this guardian of the Republic in its ranks! [Clone Trooper VCD]

Lord of the Rings

The delivery of Faramir draws ever closer!

CLICK HEREWe have just received word that our much-anticipated Faramir, Son of Denethor 12-inch figure is expected to arrive at our U.S. warehouse in late May! Start preparing a spot in your LOTR collection now for this ultra-detailed figure, complete with his long bow and intricately-designed arrows and quiver. Be sure to watch our newsletter and website for more information about upcoming figures in our LOTR 12-inch line, which is NOT coming to a close, no matter what rumors have been circulating across the infamous internet! Check our April 24th 'Ask Sideshow' Q&A for more details about our future LOTR plans. [Faramir, Son of Denethor]

Predator

Exclusive Ancient Elder Predator is nearly gone!

CLICK HEREThe film 'AVP' introduced several fearsome young Predator Warriors, and some of the ancient history between these two fearsome species. Hot Toys and Sideshow Collectibles are proud to bring you an exclusive opportunity to own one of the Ancient Predators, a noble warrior who carries the head of a slain Alien as a trophy, a symbol of the Predator superiority! Gain superiority over your fellow collectors, and order yours before they sell out, as there are less than 20 of these super detailed model kits left in our warehouse! [Exclusive Ancient Elder Predatore - LOW QUANTITY]

Wait List Information

Our WAIT LIST is an additional service that we provide to our customers. Please follow this link for more information on our Wait List reservation notification and fulfillment. [Learn More]

Now contacting the following lists...
  • LOTR: Boromir Ex. 12-inch figure - #92091
  • Star Wars: Buboicullaar Ex. creature pack - #21441
  • Star Wars: Boba Fett Ex. Premium Format figure - #71511
  • Star Wars: Asajj Ventress Ex. 12-inch figure - #21131
  • KISS: The Catman Ex. Premium Format figure - #71621
  • KISS: The Demon Ex. Premium Format figure - #71661
  • Star Wars: Medicom Toy Jango Fett RAH figure - #4361
  • Star Wars: Princess Leia Ex. 12-inch figure - #21311

Now taking Wait List reservations for the following items...

For a complete list of wait list items, Click Here

Wait Lists contacted and now closed...
Please note that you may not have received a wait list notification e-mail if there were not enough items available to reach your place on the wait list.
  • No Wait Lists have been closed this week.

Wait list members are contacted by email only! If you receive an email, you will then have approximately 2-3 days to cancel the offer; otherwise, your reservation will automatically convert into an order after approximately 2-3 days, and an email confirmation will be sent to you with your new 'T' order number. If the item is In-stock, your credit card would be charged right away and the order would ship! Watch your email!
Stock Status Updates

Low Quantity Alert!
These items are below 200 pieces left and are anticipated to sell out soon.
  • Famous Personalities: John Wayne Premium Format figure - #7145 & FLEX #7145FLEX
  • Star Wars: Qui-Gon Jinn 12-inch figure - #2105 EU stock only!
  • The Dead: Subject 57 - Doctor 12-inch figure - #3009
  • Star Wars: Medicom Toy Clone Trooper RAH figure - #4343
  • Universal Monsters: Bride of Frankenstein Premium Format figure - #7187 & FLEX #7187FLEX
  • T2: T-800 polystone statue - #8320
  • LOTR: Legolas Greenleaf 12-inch figure - #9208
  • Star Wars: Medicom Toy Royal Guard VCD figure - #4356
  • General Interest: Medicom Toy Kerberus - The Red Spectacles RAH figure - #4355
  • Predator: Hot Toys Ancient Elder Predator Ex. model kit - #63171

Sold Out Stock
Product edition has been sold through and is no longer available for sale through our site, some wait lists available.
  • Star Wars: 30th Anniversary Exclusive Yavin Luke 12-inch figure – Attendee #2141 & Non-Attendee #2141SC
  • Universal Monsters: Dracula life-size bust - #2915 & FLEX #2915FLEX
  • Electric Tiki: Underdog statue - #2721
  • Marvel: X-Men VS Sentinel #2 – Beast & White Queen diorama - #9008 & FLEX #9008FLEX
  • Marvel: Mary Jane comiquette - #6818
  • Anime/Manga: Medicom Toy Crows x Worst RAH figures - #4353 & #4354
Shipping Date Updates

We would like to announce changes in the anticipated shipping dates of the items below.
  • Star Wars: Plo Koon 12-inch figure - #2123 & Ex. #21231 Now Late May 2007
  • Star Wars: Leia as Boushh 12-inch figure - #2112 & Ex. #21121 Now 3rd Qtr 2007
  • LOTR: Faramir, Son of Denethor 12-inch figure - #9211 & Ex. #92111 Now Late May 2007
  • Electric Tiki: Rocker Biker Girl statue - #2740 & FLEX #2740FLEX Now 3rd Qtr 2007

Shipping Status for All Regions

Now Shipping
  • Marvel: Spider-Man 3 mini bust - Venom #6822

Coming in the Next 30 Days
  • Military: John Wayne Tiger Stripe 12-inch figure - #3409
  • Famous Personalities: Scarface life-size bust - #2931
  • T2: T-800 Mini-Bust - #8322
  • T2: Sarah Connor 12-inch figure - #8304 & Ex. #83041
  • Marvel: Emma Frost as White Queen Ex. comiquette - #71781
  • Marvel: Medicom Toy Spider-Man 3 VCD figures - Spider-Man #4330, Black Spider-Man #4331 & Venom #4332
  • KISS: The Demon Premium Format figure - #7166 & Ex. #71661
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