Smaug by TBD Announced

The Bridge Direct has released the first pictures and opened up preorders of their often rumored deluxe Smaug figure. The famous dragon comes in at a decent 21 inches tall and has a 22 inch wingspan. The figure does not seem to be headed to a retail release as it will be limited to 3000 individually numbered figures. Smaug will be accompanied by a yet to be announced 1 and 1/2 inch figure, along with an unknown accessory. Limited at 3000 figures, the iconic villain from The Hobbit could head for a quick out-of-stock status.

The limited edition figure can be preordered exclusively from WBshop for 69.95 but is only available to US customers.

Showcase on Customs!

One of the great things about a figure line based on a widely loved world like Middle Earth, is that the supporters will be large in numbers. With that comes a great selection of amazing or soon to be amazing custom figure makers. The talent these fans possess is ridiculous and they even put the production companies to shame sometimes. This will be my first post in a series of looks at some of my favorite customs from around the web, so sit back and enjoy the first showcase!

(Note: I will be doing my best to credit the talented people that make these figures and the great websites that host them. Make sure to check the websites out for yourself for more pictures and even info on how it was made!)



Mirkwood Elven Warrior by Ar-Pharazon (Link to forum thread on the old LotR Guide website)

The Goblin King Repaint by D2 (Link to FigureRealm Custom Page)

Numenorean of the Last Alliance by Spider-man (Link to the forum thread on the old LotR Guide website)

Last Alliance Numenorean Solider by Grinman (Link to the forum thread on the old LotR Guide website)

Boromir by Jessecuster (Link to FigureRealm Custom Page)

Isildur by Jessecuster (Link to FigureRealm Custom Page)

Narsil Sword in Imladris by LeoCustoms (Link to The Green Dragon Custom Page)

Back at it!

I had some family issues unexpectedly come up (as opposed to the expected type?), and I was unable to do anything with this blog. My time and money were better spent elsewhere, but I am glad that part of my life is past me and its time to get back to the hobby I love.

I know I missed a writing about info that was revealed in the past few months, such as Azog being the San Diego Comic Con exclusive for this year:

Still no word if there will be some form of Azog still available at stores, maybe with fewer accessories or if this will the only sighting of Azog we get this wave.

We also got a look at Thranduil in the 3 inch line at The Bridge Direct's booth at SDCC (Sadly no elk mount was shown!), along with a first look at the new packaging style for the next Hobbit movie coming out in December, "The Desolation of Smaug".

The new packaging was shown on a Legolas figure that will be releasing in this new wave, but it seems to be the same Legolas that was released in wave 1. 

Hopefully I can get some readers back here once I start posting a bit, so stay tuned for the fun!

P.S. I also put together a very quickly done video of my updated collection. It's not the best, but it will do until I can get some work done on the blog.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Figure Wish List

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey has been out on Blu-ray for a little over a month now and if you are anything like myself, you have undoubtedly watched it more than once already. After seeing it for what seemed like the 1000th time, it got me thinking about some ideas for figures The Bridge Direct could make in future waves. I came up with figures that would mostly be for the 3 inch line, but some work for the 6 inch line as well. So without further ado, here is a list I came up with:




The "Gonna happen" Category


Smaug
There has already been indication from The Bridge Direct that there will be a Smaug figure (and soon). What is unknown is the size of the figure. It will definitely be for the 3 inch line only and even then will most likely have to be smaller than scale size. Chances are though, it will become one of the most sought after figures.

Thror
Thror is Thorin's grandfather and king of Erebor. He is killed by Azog and this leads to Thorin taking the first step to becoming a great king and warrior. He could be made in both the 3 and 6 inch scale and the Arkenstone is a must as an accessory.

Saruman
Saruman is not anywhere near as important in the Hobbit story as he is in the Lord of the Rings story, but most fans would love to see him in the smaller scale.

Galadriel
Galadriel is shown during a White Council meeting talking telepathically with Gandalf and approves of Gandalf helping Thorin in his quest.

Elrond
Elrond appears when he and his army unknowingly attack the warg pack chasing Thorin's Company, as they make their way to Rivendale. He then aids them in reading the map left by Thrain for Thorin. He would make a nice 3 and 6 inch figure, while also being a candidate to be the first figure with a horse in the 3 inch line.

Frodo
Even though he does not appear in the Hobbit book, he does make a cameo in the movie with a scene that transitions well with scenes used in The Lord of the Rings. This will be the perfect excuse to get him in the 3 inch scale and depending on the life of the figure line, a Bridge Direct 6 inch figure would be nice as well.

Hit the "Read More" button to see the rest of the list!

The Bridge Direct Announces The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug Lineup

The Bridge Direct has revealed their figure lineup for the next movie in a press release. The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug figures will be hitting store shelves on October 15th, a few months before the movie's release in December. The reveal did include surprises and left some questions that will have to be answered. Previously, expectations called for a summer to fall release of a second wave for the first movie, with the first wave for movie two hitting after. There is no word when or if that second wave for the first movie will be coming, but some of the figures that were expected to be part of that wave have been announced here for the second movie.

Also in the reveal was the figure for the Elvenking himself, Thranduil, and the shape-shifter Beorn. Although no pictures of either were shown. We also received confirmation of the already rumored San Diego Comic Con exclusive figure for this years event. Here is the press release from The Bridge Direct:

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

o    New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf

o    Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.

o    SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75″ Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.d

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

We are excited to share some updates with you about the new Hobbit toys coming this fall from The Bridge Direct. Here is a rundown of what you can expect for Wave 2, The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug – in stores October 15:
 3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Thranduil, Azog, Beorn and Gandalf
• Each figure features 12 points of articulation and replicates the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail.
• SRP $7.99 each

3.75” SCALE ACTION FIGURE BOX SETS - Three New Packs!

• Mirkwood Pack: Legolas, Tauriel, Thranduil, Fili and Kili
• Thorin Oakenshield Adventure Pack: Nori, Ori, Dori, Gloin and Thorin
• Bilbo Baggins Burglar Pack: Bifur, Bombur, Bofur, Oin and Exclusive 3.75" Invisible Bilbo
• SRP $29.99 each

6” SCALE COLLECTOR FIGURES

• New assortment includes Radagast, Azog and Legolas
• Each collector figure features intricate details replicating the character’s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories.
• SRP $14.99 each

And YES, there will be an amazing San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive figure this year! Stay tuned – more details will be released soon!
- See more at: http://www.collector-actionfigures.com/dash/blog/new-lineup-from-the-hobbit-desolation-of-smaug-revealed/#sthash.co96x7Uq.Het6m4aF.dpuf

The Bridge Direct Working on Wave 2 Release Date

Earlier I posted a message from The Bridge Direct's Facebook page, stating a summer release for wave two of the Hobbit Figures, but there is still some uncertainty. After many people at this years New York Toy Fair heard of an October or November release for wave two, some fans took to Facebook for clarification.


The Bridge Direct posted this reply on one of the comments:

"Hey guys - we are working with our retail partners to confirm on shelf dates. We are hoping for summer availability but no later than October, about 8 weeks before DoS opens in theaters. Stay tuned for more details!"

Even if they are able to secure a summer release, it would appear to many fans that they are shooting for a one wave a movie schedule, for the time being at least. This is still completely speculation as of now however.

Hobbit Pictures from New York Toy Fair 2013

Figures.com has posted a nice gallery from this years Hobbit figures display from the New York Toy Fair. The Bridge Direct went out in full force to the annual toy fair and did not disappoint. Without a doubt the two highlights of the figures that are being shown are the 6 inch scale Azog and Bolg figures. Both figures towered over the previous wave figures and are full of detail. Other reveals include a seemingly US bound Yazneg figure, that is grouped with Bilbo and a box set of Thorin's company for the 3 3/4 inch line.

Check out some pictures below or head to the gallery from Figures.com.

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First Look at Wave 2 of Hobbit Figures

Some pictures of prototypes from wave 2 of the Hobbit figures by The Bridge Direct have been posted online by the blog Idle Hands from the UK Toy Fair. No real surprises are shown, except maybe a 6 inch version of the Bolg figure we have seen in the smaller variety. We do, however, get some good looks at figures of Azog, Radagast and plenty of new dwarves.

Here is the link and some pictures from the blog.

NOTE: These are clearly shown as prototypes, as told by the sign next to the Azog picture, so these are not completely final. (More visible bird poop needed on Radagast's face for instance?)

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Amazon Selling 3 3/4 Inch Invisible Bilbo Baggins

Amazon UK is selling the UK / Australia exclusive 3 3/4 Invisible Bilbo Baggins and it looks like even if you live in the US, you can get your hands on one. The figure is also currently, as of this posting, on sale for £2.54 (a little over 4 dollars) and even with the faster shipping to the US it still comes out to less than 12 dollars (free shipping in UK). That's not bad considering the cheapest you can get it on eBay is double that.


The figure will probably be a hard to find figure in the US, so this is a good opportunity for anyone that doesn't have one yet. The link is below.

The Hobbit Invisible Bilbo Baggins Action Figure (Amazon Exclusive)

"Summer" for Wave 2 of Hobbit Figures

The Bridge Direct has posted on their facebook page to expect wave 2 of The Hobbit line of figures to come out "this coming summer". A couple of fans commented on a post of them advertising their figures, asking when wave 2 would come out and if we would see a Lord of the Rings line from them as well. A rep for the company posted this reply:

 

"Thanks for all the support! We are super excited about this line and look forward to bringing more great products to the fans. Our focus for now is on The Hobbit trilogy but stay tuned for updates. Look for Wave 2 Hobbit toys to hit shelves this coming summer!"

 

 

 

 

 

New 6 Inch 4 Pack Listed in UK

Earlier I posted about the new 3 pack of 3 3/4 inch figures that appeared on UK's Toys R Us website, well it looks like the 6 inch line wasn't forgotten, as a 4 pack of them has been listed as well. Thorin, Legolas, Bilbo and Tauriel have been bundled together, but it is unclear if there is any difference between them and their single card counterparts. A picture of the packaging is not currently on the page, just a standard stock photo. This may be one of those UK exclusives we seem to be seeing a lot of lately.

 

 

 

 

 

New 3 Pack Appears on UK's Toys R Us Website

A new 3 pack of the 3 3/4 inch figures has appeared on Toys R Us' UK website. The package includes Tauriel, the single pack version of Gandalf the Grey and Balin, which was previously only seen in the 2 pack with Dwalin. You can add this to the list of unsure when or if, this will make its way to the US.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yazneg and 3 3/4 inch Invisible Bilbo EXCLUSIVE for now

Customer service for the Bridge Direct is confirming that Yazneg and 3 3/4 Invisible Bilbo Baggins are exclusive to the UK and Australia for the time being. While stating this in emails sent to them asking about the figures, they are also adding that they may become available in the US sometime in the "future".

Yazneg has been spotted by forum users on the internet in the UK, and is available on the UK's Toys R Us website. He is also now appearing in eBay auctions for US collectors looking to snatch up the 6 inch figure.

3 3/4 inch Invisible Bilbo Baggins has been seen in Australia and is appearing in eBay auctions from UK sellers as well. US collectors may be better off waiting until these figures become more available in those countries before purchasing them off eBay, while they are still rare.

Detailed Pictures of 3 3/4 Inch Figures - Wave 1

Bilbo Baggins

Bilbo Baggins comes with his Sting sword, canteen and bag. Articulation is good with movement at the neck, shoulders, elbows, wrist, thighs, waist and knees.

Gollum

Gollum comes with no accessories. Articulation is limited with movement at the neck, shoulders, stomach and thighs.

Balin the Dwarf

Balin comes with a sword and a dagger. Articulation is decent with movement at the neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, thighs and knees. Leg movment is limited due to armor however.

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