theToySource 4-16 Weekly SourceNews! Kotobukiya, KFC and More

by Jay Cochran
April 16, 2014

Greetings Sourcefans!
It was great meeting everyone that stopped by our booth at the 2014 GIJOEcon! We've added some of the GIJOEcon exclusives on the site, as well as several new Kotobukiya Preorders including Freddy VS Jason - Miss Freddy - Bishoujo 1/7 Scale Statue, Han Solo & Chewbacca ARTFX+ 1/10 Scale Statue and more! We've also added new items from Bandai Tamashii, Star Wars, Marvel, KFC Customs, and Xtransbots! The highly anticipated KFC - EAVI METAL Phase Three: A - Citizen Stack is now instock, along with Reformatted - R-04 - Leo Dux the Squadron Commander, and several new Masterpiece figures! All this and more... in this week's SourceNews!

In this issue of SourceNews:
1. New Kotobukiya Preorders Up!
2. Now instock - KFC's Citizen Stack! KFC and Xtransbot Preorders!
3. GIJOEcon 2014 Exclusives at theToySource!
4. Now Instock - Japanese Generations Exclusives Thundercracker & Fireblast Grimlock!
5. Now Instock - Reformatted - R-04 - Leo Dux the Squadron Commander!
6. Masterpiece Updates!
7. New Bandai Preorders Up!
8. Now Up For Preorder - Marvel Platinum Legends - Guardians of the Galaxy Series 01!
9. New Star Wars - Black Series 1 Preorders!
10. Now Instock - Make Toys Trash Talk & Cogwheels +M.F.B!
11. 3rd Party Customs Update!
12. Transformer and GIJOE Loyal Subjects Now Instock!
13. Now up for preorder - Optimus Prime & Megatron Business Card Holders/Cases!

1. New Kotobukiya Preorders Up!
Now up for preorder - Kotobukiya - Freddy VS Jason - Miss Freddy - Bishoujo 1/7 Scale Statue! A new direction for the popular Bishoujo statue line, the figure stands approximately 250mm tall and is Pre-Painted made of PVC & ABS. Preorder yours at theToySource here:

Kotobukiya - Freddy VS Jason - Miss Freddy - Bishoujo 1/7 Scale Statue
Also up for preorder - Kotobukiya - Star Wars Han Solo & Chewbacca ARTFX+ 1/10 Scale Statue! Stands approximately 330mm tall and features Han and Chewy in their iconic pose side-by-side! Statue is pre-painted PVC, due out in October! Preorder yours here:

Han Solo & Chewbacca ARTFX+ 1/10 Scale Statue
Also available for preorder:

Kotobukiya - Attack on Titan - Eren Yaeger ARTFXJ 1/8 Scale Statue

Kotobukiya - Heaven's Lost Property The Movie - Ikaros Ani 1/6 Scale Statue

Kotobukiya - Batman ArtFX 1/6 Scale Statue (Black Costume Version)

Kotobukiya - DC Comics - Starfire Bishoujo Statue

Kotobukiya - DC Comics - Batman New 52 ArtFX + Statue

Kotobukiya - DC Comics - Superman New 52 ArtFX + Statue

2. Now instock - KFC's Citizen Stack! KFC and Xtransbot Preorders!
Thanks everyone for stopping by our booth and checking this piece out in person. Don't delay as he'll be sold out soon! There will be a second production run this month, so if you miss out, we'll be putting preorders back up for him when he sells out. Order yours at theToySource here: KFC - EAVI METAL Phase Three: A - Citizen Stack

KFC - EAVI METAL Phase Three: A - Citizen Stack
Now up for Preorder - KFC's KP-06 Hands & Gun Add-On Kits! These sets include a pair of articulated hands & a non-transforming gun scaled to replace those of your Masterpiece Convoy's! Different versions, color-matched for your specific figure: original MP-10, YOTH, HASBRO, or MP-10B! Preorder your sets here:

KFC - KP-06 Hands & Gun Set

KFC - KP-06B Hands & Gun Set

KFC - KP-06YOTH Hands & Gun Set

KFC - KP-06T Hands & Gun Set
Now Available For Preorder: KFC's EAVI METALS Phase Two: Sencho Barbossa, Haiku, & Tsunami! Preorder Yours Now:

KFC - EAVI METAL Phase Two - Set of 3 - Sencho Barbossa Haiku And Tsunami
Now up for preorder - KFC's Badbat with Gold & Silver radar! We've received an update from KFC, on their new badbat listing. They've clarified it includes the original (purple) badbat with either silver or gold radar as well as the black version of badbat. Each is limited to 500 pieces, and features a clear case for holding your cassette! Preorder yours at TheToySource here:

KFC Badbat with Gold and Silver Radar
Now available for Preorder: Xtransbots' MM-IV Ollie & MM-V Sonic! You can Preorder separately or in a set of 2 at TheToySource here:

Xtransbots - MM-V Sonic

Xtransbots - MM-IV Ollie

Xtransbots - MM-IV Ollie And MM-V Sonic - Set of 2
Now Instock - All 5 Xtransbots - Boosticus Add-on Kits for Bruticus variations! Order yours here:

TheToySource - Your Source for Xtransbots - Boosticus Add-on Kits!

3. GIJOEcon 2014 Exclusives at theToySource!
Thanks to those that stopped by our booth at GIJOE Con 2014! We have just added GIJOE Con 2014 Exclusives to the site here:

theToySource - Your Source for GIJOE Con 2014 Exclusives!

4. Now Instock - Japanese Generations Exclusives Thundercracker & Fireblast Grimlock!
Very limited stock remaining on these Japanese Generations Exclusives. Order yours here:

theToySource - Your Source for Japanese Generations Exclusives!

5. Now Instock - Reformatted - R-04 - Leo Dux the Squadron Commander!
Now Instock - Mastermind Creations Reformatted - R-04 - Leo Dux the Squadron Commander! We've also added a review from Peaugh on the site! Check out the review and order here:

Reformatted - R-04 - Leo Dux the Squadron Commander
If anyone is still looking for a hexatron, we have a very limited amount of stock, all for the original price. So far MMC says there is no current plans for a rerun so don't miss out. We don't know when we'll have any more stock of this guy available, and if you haven't picked him up yet, he's definitely not to be missed! Instock here:

Reformatted - R-01 - Terminus Hexatron
Also instock from MMC:

Reformatted - R-01 - Terminus Hexatron - Dazzling Glory - Chromed Weapon Set

Reformatted - R-03 - Bovis the Supply Specialist

Reformatted - R-05 - Fortis the Ground Assaulter
Also up for preorder - Reformatted - R-02 - Talon of the Arial Assaulter! Preorder here:

Reformatted - R-02 - Talon the Aerial Assaulter
Now up for preorder - Feral Rex's - Tigris! With early bird pricing save $15 up until May 1st! The latest creation from Mastermind Creations is R-06 Tigris! Combines with the other 4 FERAL CONS to form the awesome FERAL REX! Gestalt is 32cm (12.6") tall (roughly the same height as Hercules) from feet to head exclusive of kibble. Note: Pictures are of a prototype, final product will vary. Preorder yours at TheToySource here:

Reformatted - R-06 - Tigris the Shock Trooper - Early Bird Pricing - Save $15

6. Masterpiece Updates!
Now Instock - MP-11 - Masterpiece Starscream - Coronation Set - Asia Exclusive Reissue! Those who preordered the March/April shipment also get a bonus coin at no extra charge! Order yours at TheToySource here:

MP-11 - Masterpiece Starscream - Coronation Set - Asia Exclusive Reissue
Now instock - MP-12 - Masterpiece Sideswipe - 2nd Production Run! These were just unloaded off the truck but the good news is these also include the collector's coin which is included at no extra charge to customers who order from TheToySource! Order yours at TheToySource here:

MP-12 - Masterpiece Sideswipe - Lambor - 2nd Production Run
Now Instock - MP-13B Soundblaster & Ratbat! Check out our facebook page for great photography of this piece by Uranus. Order yours at TheToySource here:
Here are some great photos of MP-13B Soundblaster with Ratbat - now instock at TheToySource here: MP-13B - Masterpiece Soundblaster with Ratbat

MP-13B - Masterpiece Soundblaster with Ratbat
Now up for Preorder - MP-20 Masterpiece Wheeljack! Check out the site for new official photos! Preorder here:

MP-20 - Masterpiece Wheeljack
Now up for preorder - MP-21 - Masterpiece Bumblebee with Coin & Battle Mask! Preorder yours at TheToySource here:

MP-21 - Masterpiece Bumblebee - with Coin & Battle Mask
You can preorder the regular version here:

MP-21 - Masterpiece Bumblebee
Now instock: MP-12G G2 Version Sideswipe! Includes unapplied retro G2 stickers, bonus weaponry inspired by the G2 comic book and more - order yours from TheToySource today!

MP-12G - Masterpiece G2 Sideswipe
Now Up for Preorder - MP-18 - Masterpiece Bluestreak - Exclusive Edition! This is a limited edition MP-18 Bluestreak Exclusive figure. Colors are unknown at this time, but will be updated once revealed. Preorder here:

MP-18 - Masterpiece Bluestreak - Exclusive Edition
Now instock - MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock reissue! $199.95 + FREE US SHIPPING on this big guy! International customers also get reduced shipping costs. Includes bonus Flame Sword add-on, crown and collector's coin! Order yours at TheToySource here:

MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock - Asia Exclusive with Flame Sword & Crown Coin
Watch TheToySource Sponsored Reviewer Peaugh's review of MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock Reissue on TheToySource here: MP-08 Masterpiece Grimlock - Asia Exclusive with Flame Sword & Crown Simply scroll down the page and click play to watch the review - Flame Sword On!
Now up for preorder - MP-14 Masterpiece Red Alert - 2nd Production Run! No info if this piece will vary from the first at all, most likely it will be the same. Available late in 2014! Preorder yours at TheToySource here:

MP-14 - Masterpiece Red Alert - 2nd Production Run
Now Instock - Guilty Punishment add-on kit for MP-17 and MP-18! This kit includes a lot of cool bonus parts for your Masterpiece Prowl & Bluestreak including an antenna add-on for Prowl! MP-17 and MP-18 are sold separately! Instock at TheToySource here:

G-07 - Punishment - Add on Kit

7. New Bandai Preorders Up!
We have several new Bandai Tamashii Preorders up on the site:

S.H. Figuarts - Naruto

Bandai Tamashii Nations - Metal Build - Laevatein

S.H.Figuarts - Sailor Jupiter

Saint Seiya - Myth Cloth EX - Taurus Aldebaran

S.H.MonsterArts - Godzilla 1995 Birth

Super Robot Chogokin - Gao Figh Gar

S.H. Figuarts - Dragonball Z - Android 17

S.H.MonsterArts - Predator Wolf - Heavy Armed Version

Play Arts Kai - Batman Arkham Origins - Batman

Play Arts Kai - Batman Arkham Origins - Deathstroke
theToySource - Your Source for Bandai Collectibles!

8. Now Up For Preorder - Marvel Platinum Legends - Guardians of the Galaxy Series 01!
Now Up For Preorder - Marvel Platinum Legends - Guardians of the Galaxy Series 01! This wave contains Star Lord, Gamora, Rocket Raccoon, Drax, Nova and Iron Man! Preorder on theToySource here:

Marvel Platinum Legends - Guardians of the Galaxy Series 01 - Set of 6 Figures

9. New Star Wars - Black Series 1 Preorders!
Now Up for Preorder - Star Wars - 2014 Black Series 1 - 3.75 Inch figures! Series 1 includes Dak Ralter, Bastla Shan, Toryn Farr, Snowtrooper Commander, Yoda - Jedi Training on Dagobah and Luke Skywalker - Jedi Training on Dagobah! Preorder on theToySource here:

theToySource - Your Source for Star Wars Black Series Figures!

10. Now Instock - Make Toys Trash Talk & Cogwheels +M.F.B!
Now Instock - Make Toys Trash Talk & Cogwheels + M.F.B! Order yours at TheToySource here:

Make Toys - Manga Mech Series - Trash-Talk & Cogwheel - Set of 2 Figures

Make Toys - M.F.B. - My First Blaster
Also up for preorder - Make toys Armageddon Kit! Preorder yours at TheToySource here:

Make Toys - Armageddon - Add-on Kit

11. 3rd Party Customs Update!
Now back instock - Rage of Hercules Set! We know many missed out on this from the original run and secondary market prices were extremely high. Pick it up now for the original price. Additionally we have sets of Hercules instock here: TFC Toys - Hercules - Full Set of 6 that the Rage set goes perfect with! Order yours at TheToySource here:

TFC Toys - TFC-007 - Rage of Hercules Add-on Kit
Now up for preorder - SXS Uranos Upgrade Kit! Includes two replacement face plates, different sets of antennae and more! Preorder yours at TheToySource here:

SXS A04 Uranos Add-on Kit
Now Up for Preorder - DX9 Toys - Heroes Toolkit - Animated Weapons Kit! Yes never too late for Animated! Up for preorder here:

DX9 Toys - Heroes Toolkit - Animated Weapons Kit
New Preorders up - Dr. Wu Hammers - Blue & Black versions! These are limited to 300 pieces each. We hope this means Dr. Wu will finally release their Full Gear & Xmas specials soon! Preorder yours here:

Dr. Wu Hammers - Blue & Black versions!
Now Instock - X2 Toys Interceptor Kit Red & White Versions! Upgrade your Generations Metroplex as well as MP Tapes with these add on guns and parts by X2 Toys! Order yours at TheToySource here:

X2 Toys - XT004 Interceptor Kit - Add on Transforming Gun for Titan Metroplex - Red

X2 Toys - XT004 Interceptor Kit - Add on Transforming Gun for Titan Metroplex - White
Now up for Preorder - Before and After Six Sigma US & Japanese versions! Colored to go with either the US or Japanese TG 23 metroplex (sold separately) the US version features black arms, the Japanese red arms. Can be disassembled to form weapons and add-on parts for Generations Metroplex! Set for a March/April release date, preorder yours today! Preorders up here:

Before and After - Six Sigma - US Version

Before and After - Six Sigma - Japanese Version
Now up for preorder - TFC Toys Gears of War 3! This figure can be disassembled into several add-ons and guns that Generations Metroplex (sold separately) can use! Preorder yours at TheToySource here: TFC Toys - TFC-009 Gear Of War 3

TFC Toys - TFC-009 Gear Of War 3

12. Transformer and GIJOE Loyal Subjects Now Instock!
Now instock - Loyal Subjects Limited Edition Figures! Included are the rainmaker set of 3, Ultra Magnus and Cybetron 2-pack exclusive! Order yours at theToySource here:

theToySource - Your Source for Loyal Subjects Limited Edition Figures!
Now instock - GIJOE Loyal Subjects Figures! Pick up single figures, chase figures or a full set of the first series! Order yours at theToySource here:

Your Source for GIJOE Loyal Subjects Vinyl Figures!

13. Now up for preorder - Optimus Prime & Megatron Business Card Holders/Cases!
A great conversation piece when meeting new business contacts, available in both Optimus & Megatron versions. If you've never owned a Japanese business card case, they are usually very high quality and with the front flap on a hinge, they lock the cards inside securely protecting them against damage. Preorder yours at theToySource here:

30th Anniversary Optimus Prime & Megatron Business Card Holders/Cases

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