News: A Preview of upcoming Punisher PF Figure (Classic Costume) by Sideshow

"Our next Premium Format figure features Marvel’s vigilante, Frank Castle, ready to wage his relentless one-man war on crime.  The Punisher is decked out in a full fabric classic comic design costume with the iconic Death’s Head symbol, and a simulated leather harness with pouches and holster.

We’ve armed him with an automatic shotgun, holstered pistol, and a concealed trench knife.  The Exclusive Punisher Premium Format Figure – Classic Costume will include a swap-out sheath and interchangeable left hand gripping the trench knife for close quarters combat.

Both the regular and Exclusive versions of the Punisher Premium Format Figure - Classic Costume will be priced at $359.99.  The Exclusive Punisher Premium Format Figure - Classic Costume will be available for Pre-Order in the weekly Sideshow Newsletter on Thursday, April 11th, 2013, which is typically published between 2PM and 3PM (Pacific Time)." - From Sideshows Experience


Source from: Sideshow

News: Marvel reveal first official image of Captain America: The Winter Soldier

Found this over at the marvelousnews.com. It seems they are starting the Captain America sequel soon, but it would only be out next year around Apr according to the source... Marvel-fans like me would be expecting Iron Man3 this May and Thor: The Dark World near this end of year (probably Nov.).


Source from: marvelousnews.com

News: Iron Man Suit Up Exhibition held at Hysan Place (Powered by Hot Toys)

It might be late now to post this news since it was started few days ago, but those who have not attend can do so now because it will be held till 12th May! So if you in Hong Kong right or planning to go Hong Kong soon, don't forget to pay a visit to this Iron Man Suit Up Exhibition held at Hysan Place!

"Marvel's Iron Man Suit Up at Hysan Place, Powered by Hot Toys" exhibition has officially begun today! Visit Hysan Place in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong from now till May 12 to see the Hall of Armor with life-size Mark I-VII statues, the latest 1/6th scale movie accurate Iron Man 3 Collectible Figurine series, the first-ever displayed Holographic showcases featuring the Mark VII Collectible Figurine, and the Iron Man artist projects with Hot Toys' figures customized by design gurus from all around the world!   Please join us at Hysan Place and fest your eyes on this astonishing Iron Man exhibition! - From Hot Toys webpage

So other then displaying some of the upcoming Iron Man products, Hot Toys had a display of customized Iron Man from various artist and a 'one-of-a-kind' holographic display, check the video below to find out more!

Last but not least, this exhibition is not called Iron Man Suit Up Exhibition for no reason. Scroll below for more info:

“Marvel’s Iron Man Suit up at Hysan Place, Powered by Hot Toys” is now well underway. In addition to the life-size Hall of Armor & statues of Iron Man and Hot Toys 1/6th scale Collectible Figurines Series, today we are proud to present the "Become Iron Man" Virtual Experience which is the first time ever in Hong Kong and is also one of the highlights of this astounding exhibition. It utilizes body mapping motion sensor technology, so that fans can transform into their superhero idol by suiting up in the latest Mark XLII armor from Marvel’s Iron Man 3 on a 65” LED screen.  Yesterday night, we have invited some celebrities from Hong Kong to have a trial of this amazing experience and appreciate this first-of-its-kind exhibition.  From today to May 12, fans can enjoy the “Become Iron Man” experience with any purchase at Hysan Place at Lee Gardens, Leighton, Lee Theatre or One Hysan Avenue (I.T HYSAN ONE), Hong Kong. Don't miss the chance to "Become Iron Man"! - From Hot Toys Community (Facebook)

I hope Hot Toys can bring this exhibition to Singapore too...


Source from: Hot Toys webpage, Hot Toys Community (Facebook) and Toyark

News: ThreeA showing Prototype of Real Steel Noisy Boy

Just saw these awesome pictures on the prototype of Real Steel Noisy Boy on the web. It seems ThreeA is holding an exhibition display over at Taiwan and these were captured and posted online. Let's take a look at the pictures.

I went over to ThreeA's blog and confirmed that they are indeed holding an exhibition. If you are in Taiwan and interested, you may check out the venue and opening hours below, enjoy!

Apr. 7(sun) ~ 14 (sun) 2013
Beast Kingdom Toys Store (Eslite Wuchang )
B1F., Ln. 77, Sec. 2, Wuchang St., Wanhua Dist., Taipei City 108, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
Tel: (886)02-2361-6393


Source from: toysdaily & ThreeA blog

News: Hot Toys announced Iron Man 3 - Mark XLII 1/6th scale Limited Edition Collectible Figurine

"Marvel’s Iron Man 3 is coming to town this month and Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale Mark XLII Limited Edition Collectible Figurine from the Iron Man 3 movie for the MMS Diecast Series. This is only the second collectible to be introduced in our premium Diecast Series.  

Leading the MMS Diecast Series is the iconic Iron Man 3 Series, in which the collectible figures are made of diecast material, specially designed to look more closely to the realistic Iron Man characters in the movie. The MMS Diecast Series will bring fans to the next level of authenticity, focusing on the materials, fine details and engineering of the Iron Man collectible figures, while some of the parts can be shared between our MMS and Diorama Series for displaying together in 1/6th scale. More collectibles from Iron Man 3 will be coming from the MMS Diecast Series!   

The movie-accurate Mark XLII Collectible Figurine is highly detailed and fully deployed, specially crafted based on the image of Robert Downey Jr. as Mark XLII in the movie, highlighting the highly detailed head sculpt, metallic red, golden and silver well equipped armor, light-up functions.  

Hong Kong fans can visit Hot Toy’s Hong Kong Official Store – Toy Hunters to pre-order on April 5-6, 2013 for VIP customers, and April 7, 2013 onwards for VIP and non-VIP customers." - From Hot Toys webpage

Specifications

The 1/6th scale Mark XLII Limited Edition Collectible Figurine specially features: 

- Authentic and detailed fully realized likeness of Mark XLII in the movie  

- Battle damaged head sculpt with helmet with authentic likeness of Robert Downey Jr. as Mark XLII in the movie  

- Alternate helmeted head with light-up function  

- Approximately 30 cm tall 

- Over 36 points of articulations 

- Special features on armor: 

- LED-lighted eyes and circle-shaped RT on chest (white light, battery operated)  

- One (1) interchangeable battle damaged mask 

- One (1) pair of damaged shoulder armor 

- One (1) chest armor 

- One (1) damaged chest armor 

- One (1) damaged biceps armor 

- One (1) pair of damaged forearm armor 

- Three (3) pairs of interchangeable palms including:  

- One (1) pair with improved articulations, movable fingers and light-up repulsors  (white light, battery operated)  

- One (1) pair of forceful fists 

- One (1) pair of battle palms with light-up repulsor (white light, battery operated)  

- Improved articulations on waist armor which allow flexible movement  

- Fully deployed air flaps at back of the armor  

- Metallic red, gold and silver colored painting on armor   

Accessory: 

- LED light-up figure stand with Mark XLII nameplate and movie logo (white light, battery operated)

Release date: Q1, 2014
(From Hot Toys webpage)


Source from: Hot Toys webpage and Hot Toys community (Facebook)