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This image has been floating around for a few days. While we haven't been able to authenticate it, sure does look cool!

Thanks to our long time friend Marc for the scoop!

Looks like you U.S. Colonial Marine fans have something to look forward to with these new mini figures coming soon from Hot Toys!

Although this has to do more with traditional Aliens, then the Xenomorph's we know and love, this Crashdown Cafe Cookbook serves up some intergalactic recipes for the Roswell lover in your life. Click here for individual recipes!

The Big Bad Toy Store has just uploaded two new Predator items:

The McFarlane Clear Predator, and the Hot Toys Celtic Predator.

Standing around 14" tall, this Celtic Predator is as good as it gets for large scale AvP collectibles. A huge display box with shiny foil cover, the Celtic Predator comes with a variety of weapons and armor. The Scar Predator is also in stock now.

While you're there, check out the NECA Headknockers.

The Big Bad Toy Store has just uploaded several new Alien and Predator items for sale here and here.

Three cool new imports including the 1/12 Scale Nostromo Astronaut Facehugger Kit - the facehugger is up inside the helmet of this poor astronaut. Also the Alien Kubricks series 1 single figure and AvP Snak-Kit Keychains - all nice items for the Alien fanatic.

Super collector Scott Baker just let us know Lee's Action Figure has just published an extensive pull-out guide to Alien and Predator collectibles. Look for issue 161 on newsstands now.

The cool limited edition stealth version of the 12" McFarlane Predator is now availble at The Big Bad Toy Store!

From today until the 31st, you can get 10.00 off any purchase of 25.00 or more at Monsters Direct when you enter coupon code MAR06M when checking out. Hurry - you must order by March 31, 2006!

The Alien 3D Movie Poster from McFarlane is now available at The Big Bad Toy Store for 18.99. Click the link to check it out!

The Diamond Select Toys Aliens Wall sculpture is now available at The Big Bad Toy Store. Click the link to check it out! While you're there, check out these Kotobukiya's!

The Microman Predator Elder figure from Japan is now also available at The Big Bad Toy Store. While you're there, check out the Aliens Chess Set, and this Predator 2 Wall Statue!

The Microman Predator Elder figure from Japan is now available for super cheap at Action HQ.

Sideshow Collectibles has just put a few remaining original Alien heads for sale on their site as part of a second chance offer! While you're there, check out the Aliens Warrior bust video!

You can now order the 12" Grid Alien from the Big Bad Toy Store here!

The Hot Toys 12" Vasquez is now available for preorder from Sideshow Collectibles. If ya got to have her now, Action HQ has everyone's favorite smartgunner locked, stocked and ready to rock and ship NOW!

Wizkids games is currently having an online poll to determine which movie/tv franchises should be included in their new "Horrorclix" game to be released later this year. Click here to vote for, you guessed it, Alien and Predator!

Thanks to George Bragg for the heads up!

Michael Crawford recently reviewed McFarlane's 12" Scar Predator and Grid Alien on his excellent Captain Toy website. Click on the aboce links to see what he had to say!

The creator of the fantastic limited edition lapel pins has just a few of the USS Sulaco pins left!

"These Colonial Marines are very tough hombres. They're packing state-of-the-art firepower. There's nothing they can't handle."

This smart, quality lapel pin is a beautiful reproduction of the unit patch worn by the Colonial Marines (USCM) in the classic 1986 film Aliens, and measures 30mm x 30mm. The badge is metal with enamel inlay in four colours.

The badges come individually mounted on a hand-numbered header card, in a polybag, and will be shipped in a padded envelope.

Here's a pic of the pin and blister card for those of you who are interested!

The pins are featured for sale on eBay here!

The jaw-dropping, eye-popping 1:1 Scale Alien Warrior Bust in now available for pre-order! While you're there, you may also want to picp up the Hot Toys Colonial Marine Vasquez Model Kit for only $85.00!

It's that time again! Over at Westfield Comics you can still pre-order several new Alien items in the Alien & Predator subsection including, plushes, models, and more!

Click here for a new review of the Hot Toys Vasquez figure at Sci-Fi Military!

Click here to see a photo of the Sideshow Toys Aliens Warrior Head Bust!

You can now order the 12" Scar Predator from the Big Bad Toy Store here!

The first of three large scale figures from McFarlane for 2006. The 12" Scar Predator comes with a removeable mask and spear - priced very attractively at just $28.99, preorders for 12" Grid Alien and 12" Stealth Scar Predator are also available.

There are also these model kits we know nothing about... Hmm...

Sideshow Toys will soon be releasing a 1:1 Aliens Warrior Head Bust here!

A review for the 12" Grid Alien Warrior from McFarlane is now here at figures.com!

The final chapter of the 8 part fan script called "AvP 2: 2 Princes" is now up here, as well as additional artwork.

Those of you looking for more information on the Kotobukiya One-Coin figures can find a large photo on their site here.

There's also some info on their Predator 2 line here.

In addition to the Hot Toys Predator figures, Sideshow Toys will soon be distributing the Hot Toys Aliens: Colonial Marine Figures as well!

The fine folks at Universal Home Video have asked us to let you know about their upcoming Doom DVD:

A frantic call for help from a remote research station on Mars sends a team of mercenary Marines into action. Led by The Rock and Karl Urban, they descend into the Olduvai Research Station, where they find a legion of nightmarish creatures, lurking in the darkness, killing at will. Once there, the Marines must use an arsenal of firepower to carry out their mission: nothing gets out alive. Based on the hugely popular video game, Doom is an explosive action-packed thrill ride!

Bonus Features:

FIRST-PERSON SHOOTER SEQUENCE: Survive a longer, never-before-seen version of this groundbreaking sequence, then see how it was created.

GAME ON: Get strategies and tips on a beginner¹s tour of the hit game.

ALSO INCLUDES:

BASIC TRAINING WITH THE ROCK: Join The Rock and cast for combat training with special military experts.

PLAY THE DOOM 3 GAME: Put this DVD in your XBOX®, and prepare to be submerged in darkness and consumed by fear by playing the terrifying DOOM 3 demo (Rated Mature).

AND MUCH MUCH MORE!

Click here to visit the film's official site, here to purchase the title directly from Universal.

Click here!

Thanks to Alan for the news!

If you're looking for an authentic United States Colonial Marine helmet cover for your Hot Toys Hicks or Apone figure, look no further than this thread at Sci-Fi Military (free registration required).

Click here for a pic!

Action HQ is having a sale on the Sega Alien Relief Statue and the AvP Microman figure set. Click the above link for more info!

If you enter coupon code "MUSTHAVE8" over at Toyzz.com, you'll get 40 percent off the already insanely cheap prices. That's Mezitz for only 2 bucks, and the Tree House Kids Comic-Con exclusives for a buck and change...!

Looks like we're the last ones to know about this. It appears to be from McFarlane.

The fine folks at Universal Home Video have asked us to let you know about their upcoming Dune: Special Edition DVD:

Space ships, monsters, heroes, and villains collide in this 1984 classic from the cult novel of legendary author Frank Herbert; DUNE EXTENDED EDITION hits streets on DVD January 31st! Dazzling special effects, unforgettable images and powerful performances highlight David Lynch¹s stunning film version of Frank Herbert's classic science fiction epic about an intergalactic warrior¹s messianic rise. Starring Kyle MacLachlan, José Ferrer, Max von Sydow, Oscar winner Linda Hunt and Sting, Dune is the ultimate adventure experience that goes beyond the imagination.

Bonus Features:

DESIGNING DUNE: See how Dune¹s visual design was developed by director David Lynch and production designer Anthony Masters through original sketches and paintings. From pre-conceptual ideas to set designs, you¹ll gain an understanding of the magnificent scale of the productionas ideas turned into the working sets that transport us into the four worlds of Dune.

DUNE FX: From explosive pyrotechnics to the mechanics of the fighting robot to flying the Baron, join Kit West and other special-effects artists as they give you a thrilling inside look at the process of one of the most ambitious special effects productions of its time.

DUNE MODELS: Model unit supervisor Brian Smithies explains the unique challenges of bringing the models to life on Dune, from the uncomfortable weather conditions to the crude motion control setup.

DUNE WARDROBE: Costumer designer Bob Ringwood and others explain how nearly 4,000 costumes were designed to create the looks of such memorable characters as the Reverend Mothers, the Emporer, the military and the Baron. Find out how the body suits were constructed and get a never-before-seen glimpse of wardrobes that were lost during production.

PHOTO GALLERY, DELETED SCENES, AND MUCH MUCH MORE!

Click here to visit the film's official site, here to purchase the title directly from Universal.

Sideshow Toys will soon be distributing the Hot Toys Predator Figures in the U.S.

Thanks to Hicks for the scoop!

The fine folks at Hot Toys have just sent us in SEVEN exclusive photos of their upcoming 14" Movie Masterpiece Predator figures from AvP. These big guys make the perfect compliments to their 12" Colonial Marine figures as well!

Celtic Predator

Scar Predator

Probot Productions, the creators of Alien 5 Squared, have just sent us the following press release:

This week Probot Productions is celebrating the 7 year anniversary of the launch of our website, Probot Productions!

The Internet is changing, and Probot is ready! We are now VODCASTING and can be found in iTunes Podcast Directory [podcast search: probot]. Subscribe (FREE, of course) and get Probot's new Hi-Res Videos delivered directly to your computer, updated automatically! Choose from 3 different Probot channels! We are upgrading all our movies to the new Hi-Res M4V video format, playable on iTunes and new Video iPods, offering the highest quality picture and sound we've ever had for download!

2006 is looking to be a BIG year for Probot! Production has resumed on all-new episodes of "Farrah!"; and we are hatching plans for a new project that is still too fresh to disclose any details about at this time, but it will be a BIG step forward for us...

Please tell your friends about our new Vodcasts, and be sure and drop by the site and leave a message for us on our new Message Boards!

Plus, follow all the Behind-the-scenes action on our new Production Blog

Collector John Hamm of The 8thpassenger has just added a collectors message board forum to his website, click here to check it out!

According to this Figures.com article.

It's that time again! Over at Westfield Comics you can still pre-order the Aliens/Predator Forever Panel to Panel book in the Dark Horse subsection, as well as Aliens Book Two: DNA War. You can also order the AvP motion globe in the Alien & Predator subsection if you missed it the first time!

Revisit this big-screen battle between two of Hollywood's most famous movie monsters with the Alien vs. Predator Motion Globe. Sculpted by Sam Greenwell, this battery-operated motion globe, which requires no shaking depicts the two iconic, sci-fi movie monsters facing off in mortal combat. The base also boasts a dynamic Alien vs. Predator movie logo. Standing over 7 tall, the piece is limited to 1,500 pieces, comes with AA batteries, and includes a full-color, hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity. Painted and ready to display.

The Tree House Kids San Diego Comic-Con exclusives are now available for just 2.99 each at toyzz.com!

The penultimate chapter of the 8 part fan script called "AvP 2: 2 Princes" will soon be up here, as well as images of the two main Predators.

McFarlane has recently posted an AvP 12" Preview here!

McFarlane Toys continues to offer highly detailed renditions of sci-fi's favorite alien death-dealers with the latest in an ever-growing series of 12-inch action figures. Based on characters from Alien vs. Predator, we are excited to bring our fans -- and fans of these two widely-popular franchises -- the next evolution in our continuing series of Alien vs. Predator action figures.

Psycho Monsterz have just posted an Alien 3 Bust kit on their site here!

Figures.com has just posted their advanced review of the 12 Predator figure from Mcfarlane here! While you're there, you may want to check out this release schedule of upcoming McFarlane items!

Prepainted "Superdeformed" figures of both the Alien Warrior and the Predator are now available for preorder over at Action HQ! While you're there, you may wanna check out the "Screen Color Version" of the die-cast Aoshima Dropship.

The Aliens fanfilm made entirely with action figures, Alien 5 Squared is now available in a high quality, HD vidcast over at Probot Productions!

These m4v files can be played on itunes and video ipods, and are the highest quality video format we've ever been able to offer for download!!! Even if you've seen the movies before, download this version and see the difference. Before the best we could offer was about a 5 out of 10 for video quality. These m4v files are about 9 out of 10!! YOU DON"T NEED AN IPOD TO PLAY THEM. Just itunes on your computer.

Don't know what to buy the Aliens fanatic on your holiday list? Well head on over to Monsters in Motion for a complete hive of Aliens and Predator related products!

Palisade's Alien Queen Chestburster Plush

Aoshima's Aliens Warrior Action Figure (Japan)

Master Replicas Predator 2 Spear Prop Replica

Predator 2 Helmet Kit

Aliens PVC Reliefs

Colonial Marine Pulse Rifle Replica Kit

"Hicks" over at the Alien Experience has just published an online interview with Aliens: DNA War author Diane Carey. Click here to check it out.

Thanks to Hicks for the heads up!

Two of the new 17" Predators (Celtic and Scar) from AvP are now available for preorder at The Big Bad Toy Store.

Thanks to Marc Cawiezel for the scoop!

Sad news Aliens fans, Adrien Biddle, the cinematographer on a wealth of amazing films including Aliens, The Princess Bride, The Mummy, Judge Dredd, all the way up to next year's V: For Vendetta passed away last week in London. In addition to his groundbreaking work on James Cameron's Aliens, Biddle served as a focus puller on Ridley Scott's Alien.

A few more details can be found here.

Right now through December 16, you can get free shipping for any order over $30.00 (valid for UPS Ground). Monsters Direct.

Offer is valid for new orders only, and not for orders already placed. Free shipping is valid towards UPS Ground shipping within the Continental US only. Offer will expire on December 16th, 2005.

Mano from Aliens Online just sent us this info about an HR Giger inspired guitar!

Thanks to Mano for the scoop!

You can now pre-order several upcoming McFarlane Toys releases at Big Bad Toy Store, including 12" Alien, 12" Predator, 12" Stealth Predator from AvP. Click the link for more info!

Palisades Toys has recently revamped the Aliens, Predator and AvP sections of their website. Click the link to take a look. While we're on the subject, Hot Toys has added a Colonial Marine mini site!

The next installment of the fan script called "AvP 2: 2 Princes" is now up here, as well as an illustration a second character image added to the Character Gallery page. The story will be complete on the 1st of February.

The 12" Hot Toys Predator Figure is now available at Action HQ!

The Intergalactic Trading Company is having a free freight offer on all orders over $25 from now until Christmas.

Also, the Big Bad Toy Store is having a huge 30% - 35% off sale on Aliens (and more) items, click the link for more info!

The new Palisades Signature Series Predator Statue is available for pre-order at the Big Bad Toy Store.

They're also have a 15% off everything sale while you're there!

In the spirit of our old website we decided to have an across the board 15% Off Sale! This sale is valid on all 'instock' items, but does not include the new arrivals or any preorder items. All discounts are listed on our website - just browse any of your favorite menus and the discounts will be displayed on the product listing page. Some categories like Godzilla, Fantastic 4, and Spider-Man Classic have discounts larger than 15%. We thought we'd kick off the holiday shopping season a week early, this sale is scheduled to run until the end of Thanksgiving Day, Thursday November 24th.

Amazon.com has just posted ordering information for the upcoming Dark Horse Graphic Novel, AvP Volume 2: Civilized Beasts, although ordering details are a little sketchy at the moment.

Thanks to Marc Cawiezel for the scoop!

Yeah, we're a little late with this, but those of you who liked the The Pumpkin Gutter's Alien Xenomorph Pumpkin, well, you should love his Predator Pumpkin as well!

Right now the Big Bad Toy Store is having a sale on Aliens and Predator items. All AvP is 12% off, and all Alien statues are 15% off.

While you're there, you may want to check out SOTA's Aliens Deluxe Chess Set!

A new 12" Stealth "Scar" Predator from McFarlane? Looks like it!

Thanks to Marc Cawiezel for the scoop!

Over at Westfield Comics you can pre-order the Predator Forever Midnight novel in the Dark Horse subsection, as well as McFarlane's upcoming 12" AvP figures and a new Predator statue from Palisades in the Alien & Predator subsection!

Mano from Aliens Online just sent us this info from The Comics Continuum:

ALIENS/PREDATOR PANEL TO PANEL Trade Paperback

Two extraterrestrial species have haunted and huntedmankind throughout history: one a parasitic killing machine that uses humans as unwilling hosts for its lethal offspring, the other a relentless stalker that uses otherworldly stealth technology and weaponry to take men as grisly trophy kills. For over two decades, Dark Horse Comics has catalogued these terrifying contacts, harnessing the talents of a virtual who's who list of comics, science-fiction, and fantasy illustrators to bring these tales to life. And now, one deluxe volume gathers all the best of these visual horrors into one arena. Aliens/Predator Panel to Panel showcases page after page of some of the most compelling artworks ever seen in graphic fiction, stunning visions by John Bolton, Dave Dorman, Mark Schultz, Richard Corben, Mike Mignola, Doug Wheatley, Arthur Suydam, Mark A. Nelson, Alex Maleev, Den Beauvais, Glenn Fabry, Jon Foster, David Michael Beck, Sam Keith, Doug Mahnke, and many, many more. 192 pages, $19.95, in stores on March 22.

Thanks to Mano for the scoop!

If you're looking for a deal on the upcoming USCM figures, or the Airsoft KOBA VP-70 gas BB pistol, you may want to check out the message boards over at Sci-Fi Military.

(please note registration required to view posts.)

Palisades Toys has just announced they may be releasing new versions of the Original Alien and Predator Signature Statues, as well as a Nostromo Statue sometime in the future.

Click here for the full scoop!

Thanks to Trevor Atkins for the news!

Choices Direct in the U.K. has reduced the Alien Quadrilogy (Deluxe Alien Head Collector's Edition) to just £99.99. British Alien fans now have no excuse not to have this taking pride of place somewhere near the DVD/TV!

Thanks to Shaun Vaughan for the heads up!

Palisades Toys has just announced they're planning a line of 4" Alien, Predator AND Coloinal Marine figures.

Click here for the full scoop!

Thanks to Trevor Atkins for the news!

The next installment of the fan script called "AvP 2: 2 Princes" is now up here, as well as an illustration of the two chestbursting cats.

From now until November 7th, Monsters Direct is offering free shipping on all order over $25.00 or more. Use coupon code: Hohoho2005.

Also, Action HQ has a special deal for its customers:

The holiday season is just around the corner and Action-HQ wants to reward you all for your continued patronage by offering you 10% off all your orders from now till December 31, 2005! All you have to do is just type the promo code: 10xmas2005 in the promo code field before checking out and receive an automatic 10% rebate off your total product order. Even items that are already on sale will receive this additional discount. We have stocked up for this holiday but inventory is limited for those hard to find and expensive items so don?t delay especially if you just have to have it before Christmas.

In addition, AHQ will be holding 4 Holiday Lucky Draw promotions from now till the end of the year for $50 gift certificate. Drawings will be held on November 15 and 30, December 15 and 31. To enter, all you have to do is place an order with total product cost over $10, not including shipping. You can enter as many times with multiple orders and you are eligible to win more than one gift certificate.

A Diamond Select Release! Taken from the classic sci-fi action film, Aliens, this intricately designed wall statue depicts the film¹s unstoppable Alien warrior attacking with its vicious claws. With acidic blood, razor sharp fang and claws, a deadly tail and a killer intellect, the Alien represents one of the greatest threats humanity has ever known. Limited to 1,000 pieces and sculpted by Rudy Garcia, each wall statue features a hand-numbered box with matching Certificate of Authenticity. Scheduled to ship in March 2006.

Click here for a pic!

Thanks to Jeff Saylor for the heads up!

Over at Toy News International you can find news and pics of SOTA's all-new Aliens Chess Set (this is NOT the AvP version).

Featuring chess pieces made of solid, nearly UNBREAKABLE pewter and a beautifully designed resin chess board, the Aliens Deluxe Pewter Chess Set is one of the highest quality and most impressive chess sets ever manufactured. Featuring the space marines versus the aliens, this chess set captures the mood and design of the original Alien sequel, James Cameron's "Aliens."

The human side of the board features the design of the space station from the movie, while the sides of the board represent the gradual infestation of the station by the aliens. Within the infestation are human victims, either awaiting a face hugger or perhaps incubation an alien warrior.

Thanks to Tom Atkins & Matt Adams for the heads up!

Click here for a look at one jaw-dropping, for a look at McFarlane's upcoming 12" AvP figures!

Soon the hunt will begin. Through the silent darkness of space, where no one can hear you scream, a species of noble hunters comes to Earth in order to initiate their young into adulthood. In an enormous, ancient structure buried deep beneath the Arctic snow, three Predators must prove their worth against a swarm of acid-blooded Alien killers. And with that, the scene is set for an epic battle to the death. A battle between inhuman combatants. A battle that may alter the course of mankind¹s future.

Thanks to Marc Cawiezel for the heads up!

Additional info can be found at Figures.com here!

Click here for a look at one jaw-dropping, eye-popping, pulse-pounding, AvP kit!

You can find more info here as well!

Over at Westfield Comics you can pre-order the Aliens: Original Sin novel in the Dark Horse subsection, and several new Predator statues in the Alien & Predator subsection, including this Predator Wall Statue!

Just got word from Mano about a new Predator Novel to be released this winter, called "Predator: Forever Midnight":

The year is 2117,A.D. Humanity has seized the stars, using reverse-engineered alien technology to explore the far reaches of space. For a hundred years the Predators, sadistic extraterrestrial hunters, have been a dim memory. For a hundred years, we've been safe. That ends now. Cast in daylight for years at a time, the almost eternally lit jungle planet known as Midnight is the home to more than a thousand colonists, explorers building a haven on a new world. But the settlers aren't alone. The Predators have been on this planet all along. When the ravenous creatures attack an arriving spacecraft and capture the settlers as both slaves and prey for their hunt, terraforming the planet takes a back seat to a new fight for survival.

Click here for more info, and here for a cover picture!

Thanks to Mano of Aliensonline for the scoop!

Have you searched the entire internet looking a reasonable price on those Hot Toys 12" Colonial Marine Figures? Well we've got a treat for you! Click on the big Action HQ banner you see to the left there and you can pre-order Hicks, Vasquez and Apone for the cheapest we price we could find!

We got word the Vasquez figure will be shipping a month later, so you may want to order her in a seperate order to get Hicks and Apone without delay.

Click here for a new pic preseneted by Sci-Fi Military!

Over at The Big Bad Toy Store you can find Palisades Toys all new Aliens Queen Signature Series & Celtic Predator Bust in stock and ready to ship!

The fourth installment of the fan script called "AvP 2: 2 Princes" is now up here, as well as a character gallery which features the image of Dr Foster.

We just got wind of an amazing new Nostromo Refinery model kit.

First, head on over to the Collector's page and check out the John Bednar section for pictures of one in progress. Now here's some pics of the kit itself:

If you're interested, shoot John an email here!

In the wake of Hurricane Katrina¹s devastation to the Gulf Coast, the Toy Community has rallied together to do their part in assisting with Disaster Relief. Palisades Toys has joined numerous other toy and collectible manufacturers, brought together by Toy Shop Magazine, and contributed unique items for The Toy Shop Katrina Relief Auction, which is going on now and will continue through October 11, 2005. All of the auction lots can be viewed here: here.

In addition to Terminator and Sleepy Hollow prototypes, here's a one-of-a kind Palisades Alien item that's available:

Alien: Signature Alien Queen Statue One-of-a-Kind Sample

In 2005, after over two years of producing high quality Alien statues and busts, Palisades Toys unveiled its Alien Signature Series of statues. The second statue in the Signature Series is a film-accurate representation of the dreaded Queen Alien from the 1986 sequel, AliensŠand it has been so well received that it has quickly become a must-have among Alien collectors all over the world. Standing a monstrous 18 inches tall even without the 2 inch tall display base, the Alien Queen Statue features a stunning attention to detail, precisely replicating the monster in the film.

While the regular version of the Alien Queen Signature Statue is limited to 1500 pieces worldwide, this is a special one-of-a-kind factory-produced sample of a ³silver² Alien Queen. Made from resin, it is an abandoned concept piece for a possible exclusive sale that was never finalized, and is the one and only sample that exists in the world and it will never be issued for retail sale.

It comes with a signed certificate of authenticity from Palisades Toys President & CEO, Michael Horn, so that you can be sure you¹re getting the real thing!

Bid Here:

One-Of-A-Kind Alien Sample.

Well, it's October, our favorite month here at alienscollection.com, for no other reason than Halloween itself. And would would Halloween month be without a Xenomorph Pumpkin from The Pumpkin Gutter!

You can now pre-order all three Hot Toys 12" Colonial Marine figures over at Monsters in Motion!

Thanks to Jeff Saylor for the scoop!

Over at The Big Bad Toy Store you can find Palisades Toys all new Alien 3 Plush ready to order!

Over at Westfield Comics you can pre-order Palisades Toys all new AVP Grid Alien Mini-Bust!

Grid is nothing short of a killing-machine. Now, Palisades Toys pays homage to this one-Alien-wrecking-crew with their second AvP Mini Bust. Features the utmost attention to detail; from the dynamic sculpt and movie-accurate paint scheme, and features a stunningly detailed base and backing plate featuring hieroglyphs inspired by the film's temple setting. Scheduled to ship in January.

Look for it in the Alien/Predator subsection!

A photo of the AvP Unrated DVD is now up at Amazon!

Thanks to Mike W. for the scoop!

Just got an email from someone looking for help making an Aliens Fan Film Teaser:

I am in the process of creating an Aliens teaser. I was wondering if you could post up this request to other aliens fans: I need sound effects for chestbursters, facehuggers, egg opening, ect. If anyone knows where to find these things, or has them, or has created their own sounds, please let me know. I need to build up my sound design. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

If you're able to help, shoot Eric an email here!

Alienwarstory.com has just put up a video trailer for their documentary on the making of London's Alien War. Click on the link above to check it out!

New photos of the Hot Toys 12" Colonial Marine figures are now appearing in this Sci-Fi Military message board thread!

Action HQ has just updated their site with Series II of the AvP Snap Kits.

Click here to check 'em out!

The third installment of the fan script called "AvP 2: 2 Princes" is now up here!

As a bonus, click here for an exclusive illustration.

Resin Realities (formerly Jayco Hobbies) just sent us this note about their new and improved Hybrid kit:

"It comes pressure cast now (better quality) and also has been retooled by master sculptor Wayne Hansen. Their has been new texture added to the leg area along with modified bony protrusions and a killer dead predator base. The kit is sold here and was featured in last issue of kitbuilders in a full color how to paint article by Joe Dunaway - and can be viewed directly here."

Thanks to John for the update!

Photos of the new Alien Cinemaquette are now up at the official Cinemaquette website!

Thanks to Trevor for the scoop!

Sorry it took so long to post this. Want to know what happened to Ripley, Call, Johner and Vriess after the events of Alien Resurrection? Well then check out Aliens: Original Sin an all new Aliens novel set in the time period directly following Alien 4!

In 1979, science fiction and horror were brought together in director Ridley Scott's classic film Alien. The film follows the crew of a space cargo-ship, the Nostromo, who land on a hostile planet in response to a faint SOS only to discover an abandoned ship with a hideous alien. Alien inspired three movie sequels, and now Aliens: Original Sin expands further on this classic story, bringing back classic characters like Ripley 8, the clone of Lt. Ellen Ripley, and Call, an android. It also sorts out unanswered questions from the movies and raises entirely new ones. Was it just coincidence that the Nostromo happened to pass by the desolate planet? Why was the alien on the crashed ship in the first place? The answers, along with intense action, chilling horror, and even deeper questions await in suspense virtuoso Michael Jan Friedman's Alien: Original Sin.

Thanks to Corporal Hicks of AvP Newsfor the scoop!

Monsters in Motion sent out a newsletter this morning letting their customers know several Alien vs. Predator Halloween items are now in-stock - including the Predator Deluxe Head Mask & Grid Alien Deluxe Head Mask!

Those of you in France will be happy to know the AvP Unrated Director's Cut will be released on September 21, two full months before we get it here in the States on November 22!

Thanks to Daniel for the scoop!

The fine folks at the Big Bad Toy Store just let us know they recently got in Palisades Toys Alien 3 bust!

Click on the link above to check it out!

Collector Marc Cawiezel is selling his collection of ORIGINAL Aliens Hive Wars comic art on eBay here!

Click on the link above for complete auction descriptions!

The USCM Charter is connecting Aliens fans world-wide starting with your own Colonial Marines ID card. Your mission begins by registering at the USCM Charter here. (You may need to apply for registration).

For more information on Aliens USCM, please check out the Sci-Fi Military Forums and The Aliens Legacy.

You can see a photo of one of the IDs here!

Aliens fan Peter Klementowski just sent in a few pics of the upcoming 12" Colonial Marine Figures from Hot Toys:

Sgt. Apone.

Pvt. Vasquez.

Thanks to Peter for finding the pics!

Elkridge, MD (August 18, 2005) Continuing two years of producing high quality Alien statues and busts, Palisades Toys is getting back to basics with its new Alien Signature Series of statues. The second piece in the Signature Series, the Alien Queen Signature Statue, is a film-accurate representation of the dreaded Queen Alien from the 1986 sequel, Aliens. This highly-anticipated statue is shipping to retailers now.

Standing a monstrous 18 inches tall without the 2 inch tall display base, the Alien Queen Signature Statue features a stunning attention to detail, with sculpture and paint applications precisely replicating the monster in the film. This marks the first time that Palisades has created a full-bodied statue of the Alien Queen.

Strictly limited to 1500 pieces, the Alien Queen Signature Statue comes packaged in a handsome full-color box. The statue¹s serial number will be printed on both the statue and the box. The suggested retail price is $249.99. Some minor assembly may be required.

For more information, please visit Palisades Toys.

Over at Westfield Comics you can pre-order an all new mini version of Palisades Toys Alien Special Edition bust!

Check the Alien/Predator subsection for AVP bookends and a Predator Deluxe Japanese Prepainted Vinyl Model!

Mike just in the the following information on the AvP Special Edition:

Fox Home Entertainment has announced a collector's edition of Alien Vs. Predator which stars Sanaa Lathan, Raoul Bova, Lance Henriksen and Ewen Bremmer. This new two-disc release will include the theatrical edition of the film, along with a seamlessly branched unrated cut. The new scenes added are entitled Antarctica 1904, Argument, Chamber of Skulls, Sacrifice, Weyland's Death and Predator Ritual. The film will be presented in 2.35:1 anamorphic widescreen, along with both English Dolby Digital 5.1, and DTS 5.1 Surround tracks.

Extras will include a commentary by Paul W.S. Anderson, Lance Henriksen and Sanaa Lathan, a second audio commentary by Alec Gillis, Tom Woodruff Jr. and John Bruno, a Pre-Production: AVP The Beginning feature, a Branching Footage: ADI Workshop feature, a Storyboard Gallery, concept art, and a AVP Production featurette. Completing the package will be branching Video off of Making of AVP: Miniature Whaling Station, Facehuggers & Eggs, Trouble at the Mouth of the Tunnel, a visual effects breakdown, deleted scenes with optional director's commentary (The Sister, Miller Gets Caught, & Love Scene), a Licensing the Franchise: Aliens vs Predator the Comic Book featurette, a Monsters in Miniature by Todd McFarlane feature, a HBO special, three theatrical trailers, and trailers for Alien Quadrilogy and Planet of the Apes 35th Anniversary.

You can read the entire blurb at DVD Answers here!

Huge thanks to Mike for the news!

The second installment of the fan script called "AvP 2: 2 Princes" is now up here!

Collector Marc Cawiezel jut sent us 3 new pics of some upcoming 12" Figures from Hot Toys, including 2 Predators (due in December) and 3 Colonial Marines (tbd).

Hmm, something familiar looking about those Marines...

Sideshow Collectibles has just uploaded their recent chat log with Aliens actor Lance Henricksen here!

The creator of the fantastic limited edition lapel pins has just a few of the USCM Screaming Eagle pins left!

"A day in the Marine Corps is like a day on the farm. Every meal is a banquet, every paycheck a fortune, every formation a parade. I love the Corps!"

This smart, quality lapel pin bears the logo of the United States Colonial Marines (USCM), the heroic but doomed military from Aliens, and measures 21mm x 35mm. The badge is metal with enamel inlay in four colours.

The badges come individually mounted on a hand-numbered header card, in a polybag, and will be shipped in a padded envelope.

Here's a pic of the pin and blister card for those of you who are interested!

The pins are featured for sale on eBay here!

Figures.com has plenty of images from last weekends Comic-Con, including pics of Palisades Alien Revisted bust, Micro interlocking AvP statue, and Grid Alien Bust! Click here to be taken directly to the gallery.

Hot Toys also showed off their AvP Alien Queen Snap Kit as the Diamond select booth!

Thanks to Tom Atkins for the scoop.

The AvP Online Encyclopedia is now back online with more info and entries! Click on the above link to check it out!

In addition to the awesome AvP Micromen figures that arrived - the brand new McFarlane Alien Vs. Predator figures just came in an hour ago. Birth of the Hybrid boxed set is available for $20.99 and the AvP Playsets set of 4 is available for $41.99. The Playsets are very nicely done with each figure being slightly smaller than a typical McFarlane figure yet still highly detailed. The Alien Queen figure and Predator figure fit together to form a diorama and the other two sets are standalone pieces - (Celtic Predator attacks Alien, and Alien attacks Predator) Pre-Orders will be processed shortly on these items.

Click here for more info!

"Beautiful Monsters," a book that takes an in-depth look at all things Predator and Alien is now available for ordering at Amazon.com!

Thanks to Scott Baker for the news!

Collector Shaun Vaughan just let us know those of you in the UK looking to pick up the Quadrilogy Alien Head DVD set can do so for cheap by clicking here!

Thanks to Shaun Vaughan for the news!

Aliens COLONIAL MARINE 1/9th scale Kit # EP9726 -A and EP9726-B LIMITED EDITION with 1/2 Alien and base (not shown).

Basic kit comes with a round base, 4 pieces to the figure and additional wire and plastic for modifications to complete the gun and helmet mic. Retail 60.00 basic kit. The ONE OF 50 EDITION = 100.00 for limited edition with alien and base.

Kit stands aprox 7 inches tall and is hand cast in ESPI's trademark grey and/or bronze-coat color DURATHAINE RESIN, a much higher quality tooling plastic than other resins.

ESPI
107 Central Ave
Cohoes, N.Y. 12047
1-518-326-3457

masterbetta1@yahoo.com

Click here for pics!

Friend of alienscollection.com, Hans Kim is selling his full sized 1:1 replica Aliens Queen head. Click here for more information!

Over at Westfield Comics you can pre-order an all new mini version of the famous & bloody Palisades Toys chestburster!

Check the Alien/Predator subsection!

Palisades Toys is proud to announce that beginning July 1st, the highly-anticipated Rainbow Connection Kermit action figure will be available via Palisades Direct (Palisades Direct Store). Rainbow Connection Kermit is being released in conjunction with The Cooper Perry Fund, and 100% of the profits from this item will be donated to The Cooper Perry Fund, A special Project of The Miami Children¹s Hospital Foundation. The Cooper Perry Fund directly supports The Miami Children¹s Hospital Foundation¹s Neuro-Protection Research Fund. That specific group is funding research on Brain Trauma specifically. An allotment of the Rainbow Connection Kermit figures will be available to San Diego Comic Con attendees. The special, Exclusive figure will be sold for $25 each.

For more information on The Cooper Perry Fund, please visit www.CooperPerryFund.org. For more information on Palisades Toys, please visit www.PalisadesToys.com, or to purchase your Rainbow Connection Kermit, visit Palisades Direct Store.

Looks like Takara's Microman figures are also available from the Big Bad Toy Store!

Click here for a look at the three Predator figures!

Click here for a look at the two Alien figures!

Click here for a small pic!

Thanks to Marc Cawiezel for the scoop!

Looks like Takara's Microman figures are starting to arrive at several online shops! Here's what Action HQ has to say!

The boldest ever rendition from Takara's Microman thus far! Taking on AVP's Alien Queen & warrior, 3 Predators including Celtic and Elder into its 30 pt articulation 4" figure body! A truly awesome line for AVP fans! No losers for any side here!

Click on the link above for more pics and ordering information!

Got some exciting news for the those of you looking for Aoshima's Die Cast Dropship from Action HQ! The ALIENS Die-Cast Dropship 01 & APC have landed! Apart from an injection kit, there had been nothing to appease fans of the Aliens Dropship. 20 years now, Aoshima delivers a mouth-watering 1/72 masterpiece with full working weapons pod, missile pylons & loading bay for the APC!

Click on the link above for more pics and ordering information!

Those of you in the United Kingdom looking for a good price on McFarlane's 12" Alien can find it on sale for 20 pounds here!

Thanks to Andy Nolan for the scoop!

Elkridge, MD (June 24, 2005) In preparation for the 2005 San Diego Comic Con International, Palisades Toys has launched a new web feature devoted to the "Largest Comics and Pop Culture Event in North America." By clicking on either the San Diego Countdown clock in the upper left-hand corner of www.PalisadesToys.com, or the larger San Diego banner in the center of the page, collectors will be transported to a new page highlighting:

Alien: Alien Original Micro Bust

Palisades Toys returns to the root of terror, with a Micro Bust version of their original Geiger-inspired Alien Mini Bust. The original, long since sold out, has become a Holy Grail for Alien collectors, and demands a hefty price on the secondary market. Featuring all of the stunning detail of its larger counterpart including the classic clear dome the Original Alien Micro bust is strictly limited to 500 pieces worldwide. $50.

Show Exclusives A list of Palisades' five (5) San Diego Comic Con Exclusives along with an image, description, price, and production run (where applicable) for each product. These exclusives are the Alien Micro Bust, Transformers Megatron Statue, Buffy the Vampire Slayer ³Wild at Heart² Oz PALz, [adult swim] Aqua Teen Hunger Force Mini Figurine 4-pack, and Sesame Street Super Grover Action Figure.

Palisades Direct Products Available at the Show A comprehensive list of all the additional products that Palisades Toys will have available at the show, including the [adult swim] Sealab 2021 Bizarro 2-pack, Buffy the Vampire Slayer Kendra PALz, Muppets Jim Henson Action Figure, and many more!

Factory X Products Available at the Show A comprehensive list of the Factory X replicas that will be available at the show including (from Buffy the Vampire Slayer) The Sword of Angelus and The Slayers Stake, and (from Sleepy Hollow) The Axe of the Headless Horseman and The Sword of the Headless Horseman.

Show Map A map of the San Diego Comic Con hall, with Palisades¹ location (Booth # 4029) highlighted.

Palisades Events A growing list of the events that will be either be (a) taking place at the Palisades Booth, or (b) that will involve Palisades staff members outside of the booth, including raffles, signings, contests, and panels. Please note that this section will be updated as new information is available.

In the upcoming days and weeks as the Countdown Clock brings us closer to the con, the site will be updated to include other features, including a printable ³Palisades checklist² to help ensure that collectors don¹t miss out on any of the fun!

For more information on the San Diego Comic Con, please visit Comic-Con.org

For more information on Palisades Toys, please visit Palisades Toys.com, or to link directly to the San Diego web feature, visit http://www.palisadestoys.com/tradeshow.asp.

Got a bunch of link we want to share with everyone today. The first is the artwork for an upcoming fan script called "AvP 2: 2 Princes" which you can check out here!

Next we have this link to someone's impressive collection!

Next we have Here's what looks like a fan made movie poster for Alien 5!

And finally, there this Adam Strange website with some Alien inspired art!

Thanks to Mike Henderson & Ian Caldicott for the scoops!

Vivendi Universal games has just uploaded a walkthrough for Predator Concrete Jungle to their site here!

McFarlane Toys is planning an online specatacular highlighting their upcoming AvP Series 2 playesets.

This month, the McFarlane offices are overrun with Aliens and Predators. And to help rid ourselves of this infestation, our designers are working on an Alien vs. Predator online feature highlighting our upcoming AvP playsets.

Next Friday, June 17, we'll make our Alien vs. Predator problem yours as we inundate your PC with information. We'll go over every aspect of our upcoming Alien vs. Predator line, including figure specs, additional in- and out-of-package photography and much more, not to mention the unique downloads you'll be treated to.

Click on the link above to give it a look!

Hobby Link Japan has just uploaded an amazing video from the Shizuoka Hobby Show in Japan. Check it out for a look at the new Fine Molds Falcon, some amazing new Gundam items, Macross, the die-cast Aoshima Dropship & APC from Aliens, and more!

Click on the link above to give it a look (Windows Media and/or Quicktime required).

If it's out of stock at HLJ, also try Action HQ for all your Dropship die-cast needs!

Here's version one as well!

A photo of the Palisades Toys San Diego Comic-Con exclusive Alien Warrior mini-bust has been uploaded to their site here!

Thanks to Marc C. for the scoop!

Action HQ is now taking orders for the Alien vs. Predator One Coin figures from Kotobukiya Japan!

Click on the link above for more pics and ordering information!

Palisades Toys will be selling an exclusive Alien Warrior mini-bust limited to 500 pieces at this summer's San Diego Comic-Con!

Elkridge, MD (June 7, 2005) With the 2005 San Diego Comic Con International just over a month away, Palisades Toys has officially unveiled its exclusive products for the show. In addition to the already-released Super Grover 2005 Tour Figure, there are three all new exclusives that fans can¹t miss.

[adult swim]: Aqua Teen Hunger Force Mini 4-pack

First of all, they¹re not teens. Secondly, there¹s no water. The whole Hunger Force thing? That¹s probably misleading, too. In short, if you have to ask what ³Aqua Teen Hunger Force² is about, this is probably not the convention exclusive for you. The rest of you are going to want to get to the Palisades Toys booth to snap up this exclusive 4-pack featuring miniature versions of Master Shake, Frylock, Meatwad, and the Mooninites (as the Quadlaser). $20 per set.

Transformers: 6-inch scale Megatron Statue

Megatron, the villainous leader of the Decepticons rose to power during the epoch-spanning Cybertronian wars, where he battled against his arch nemesis Optimus Prime. Megatron became more lethal in battle after battle as his warrior skills and his rage grew. This all new 6-inch Polystone statue includes improved a new sculpt and paints, and is limited to 500 pieces worldwide. $50.

Alien: Alien Original Micro Bust

Sesame Street: Super Grover Action Figure (2005 Tour Figure)

A 6-inch scale action figure of Sesame Street¹s most lovable, furry blue monster Grover, dressed as his alter ego: Super Grover. Super Grover comes complete with a full-size telephone booth, a cloth cape, a cloth trench coat, and an alternate head to create Grover Kent. The full color packaging includes original art on the front panel, painted exclusively for Palisades Toys by Alex Ross. $25.

Lithographs of the Alex Ross front panel will also be available for $20.

Products are limited and will sell out quickly; there are no guarantees of availability, and customers will be served on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more information, please visit Palisades Toys.com

The creator of the fantastic limited edition lapel pins has just released an all new incarnation: The USCM Screaming Eagle pin!

"A day in the Marine Corps is like a day on the farm. Every meal is a banquet, every paycheck a fortune, every formation a parade. I love the Corps!"

The badges come individually mounted on a hand-numbered header card, in a polybag, and will be shipped in a padded envelope.

Here's a pic of the pin and blister card for those of you who are interested!

The pins are featured for sale on eBay here!

Collector Scott Baker just let us know over at Mamegyorai you can see pictures of the AvP Series 2 keychains from Japan! The line will include the folloewing characters: Elder Predator, Transforming Predator (in the process of cloaking), Scar Predator, Hybrid chest burster birth and Predator, Grid Alien, Warrior Alien, Alien egg (opening), Alien egg (closed). Each kit will come with a piece of a HUGE Alien Queen. This can be completely built by buying all of the other kits in series 2. Check out that Queen - great scaling!

Thanks Scott!

Pics of the artwork for McFarlane's AvP Series 2 have shown up here!

Thanks to Trevor Atkins for the scoop!

Lego Scuplter extrordonaire has just put his custom Predator mini-fig up for sale on eBay here!

While we were away when the game was released, we did want to let you know that

Predator: Concrete Jungle has been released by Vivendi Universal Games for Playstation 2 and X-Box.

Click on the link above to visit the official website & check out the trailer!

You as excited for the die-cast Dropship as we are? Aoshima recently had the piece on display at the 2005 Shizuoka Hobby Show, and took a few pics:

Dropship 1

Dropship 2

If you're still looking to place your order for one, as well as the die-cast APC, then head on over to Action HQ for all your die-cast Dropship die-cast needs!

Here's version one as well!

Another friend of the site is selling parts of his collection on ebay (and while we enjoy helping out our buds, please, no more emails asking us to post ebay auctions - we got hate mail from a bidder on one and it's just not something we want to get into).

Aliens Comics Lot

Aliens Figure Lot

Micromachines

A friend of the site is selling off parts of his collection - here's the details:

From the Kenner/Hasbro Alien Resurrection line from 1997: Alien Warrior Drone (2) $5 each obo, Ripley (1) $5 obo, Newborn Alien (1) $5 obo. From the 1997 Galoob Micromachines line: Aliens Transforming Action Set (Open box.Very Good) $10 obo. From the Kenner Aliens Space Marines line from 1992: Power Loader MISB $5 obo, Bishop Android 3-3/4" figure MOC $3 obo. From Tsukuda Hobby, 1995: Alien 1:5 Scale Completed Kit #SVM-29-7000 (Open Box. Very Good) $50 obo.

Feel free to shoot an email by clicking here.

Looking everywhere for the new die-cast Aoshima Dropship, as well as the die-cast APC? Well then head on over to Action HQ for all your Dropship die-cast needs!

Here's version one as well!

Yeah, we're a little late getting to this, we know - but it looks like there are rumors circulating about an AvP 2!

There's also a little mention over at Fangoria, as well as Empire Online

Thanks to Michael Whitley, Shaun Vaughan, & Marc Cawiezel for the scoop!

Looking for the Aoshima Dropship in the UK? Try here!

Over at Things from Another World and Amazon.com there seems to be some sort of unrated Alien/AVP DVD listed? And something called Side by Side?

Thanks to Sean O'Conner for the news!

Suchy, the webmaster from Fiorina 161 just sent us this link to an Alien Queen model which sold on a Polish auction site. More photos can be found here and here!

Thanks to Suchy for the news!

Thought AvP was a tough battle? You haven't seen tough, till you've seen this!

Thanks to Michael Whitley for the news!

The king of Flash animation websites, Newgrounds.com has just uploaded a comedic review of Alien Vs. Predator here!

Thanks to Marc Cawiezel for the news!

Cute.

Thanks to Craig Caton-Largent.

Also cute.

Monsters in Motion has just uploaded their site with a few new Aliens items including Aoshima's Die-Cast Dropship (also available at Hobby Link Japan), and NECA's Extreme Facehugger head knocker.

While you're there, also be on the lookout for some unique, rare one of a kind items!

Sideshow has just uploaded their new signed Alien bust!

Westfield Comics just uploaded some new Alien & Predator items for preorder including Palisades Alien 3 plush, a Predator bobble head, and much more. Check the Alien/Predator subsection for complete info!

(there's also a Shaun of the Dead comic book adaptation from IDW you can check out while you're there!)

Wanna see some good pics of the AvP Microman figures? Just click here!

Comics Infinity is offering cases of McFarlane's AvP Series 2 for a decent price!

Thanks Marc!

Has been posted at the Zinc Panic site here!

Thanks Roger!

Come one, come all! Sideshow would like to welcome you to our next live chat on April 1st 2005, starting at 6am PST. Among the highlights will be product showcases, interviews with the Sideshow artists, and last but not least, we are expecting Lance Henriksen to join us! Lance will discuss his AvP art tiles, the X-Files, Millennium, his newly completed Spielberg project! As always we will have fun giveaways and games throughout the day for our chat guests. Click here for more information!

New pictures are up here!

Our sister site, figures.com is running a story on the new AvP bookends here!

Collector Marc Cawiezel was kind enought to send in this scan of the latest McFarlane AvP Series 2 info from inside the pages of Previews.

Thanks Marc!

The limited edition Weyalnd Yutani lapel pins are almost all sold out. Here's the info in case you missed it:

"I work for the Company, but don't let that fool you..."

Now you can avoid awkward introductions and show your affiliation simply by wearing the Company badge!

This quality lapel pin bears the logo of Weyland-Yutani, the nefarious Company from Aliens and measures 38mm x 15mm. The badge is metal with enamel inlay in three colours.

The badges come individually mounted on a hand-numbered header card, in a polybag, and will be shipped in a padded envelope.

This extremely limited edition lapel pin of the Weyland-Yutani logo is now being offered by Mike Rush. Feel free to shoot him an email by clicking here!

Here's a pic of the pin and blister card for those of you who are interested!

The pins are also features for sale on eBay here!

Our sister site, Movie Manicas is running a story on two of NECA's latest Alien Extreme Headknockers!

Thanks to Marc Cawiezel for the scoop!

Looking for a model of the Betty from Alien Resurrection? Model maker Chris has just started his own Betty scratchbuilding group called "Betty Builders" over on Yahoo! Groups here!

Give it a look and sign up if you're interested.

McFarlane Toys was so happy with their initial Alien vs. Predator action figure line released in 2004 that they didn¹t just want to go back and create a similar line for our second series. So they've set out to make something a little different. The result? Alien vs. Predator playsets.

These mini-diorama playsets re-create several key scenes from the film. Each playset includes one or more action figures plus a base. Collect all four, plus the deluxe boxed set. Two of the playsets -- Alien Queen with base and Predator with base -- attach to form a larger diorama.

Click here for photos and more!

Thanks to Marc Cawiezel for the scoop!

Check out Mini Model Madness for more information!

Our sister site, Figures.com is running an article about the new tiles from Aliens actor Lance Henricksen:

New high-end collectibles distributed exclusively by Sideshow.

Sideshow continues to broaden their collection of high-end offerings with the addition of Alien vs. Predator Collectible Tiles. Sculpted by actor Lance Henriksen (Charles Bishop Weyland in AvP), each solid porcelain piece measures 12" x 12" x .50" in dimension.

The four styles pictured are currently being offered for pre-order exclusively through Sideshow Collectibles website, each with a different finish.

Thanks to Jeff Saylor and Marc Cawiezel for the news!

Bill Perry is selling more of his incredible Lego custom minifigs here! If you are the winning binner on the Colonial Marine figure and let him know you heard about them from this site, he will included a free facehugger!

The Superedge Predator 2 kit can now be found at The Doll & Hobby Shop.

Just got word AvP News is now back up and running, along with their forums here!

Aoshima's re-release of Halcyon's powerloader in now on sale at Hobby Link Japan here!

Speaking of sales, be sure and check out Southern Island for some deals on Aliens goodies!

Thanks to Andy Nolan for the scoop!

In the statues subsection of Westfield Comics you'll find preordering info for Palisades Toys Signature Series Aliens Queen. While you're there, check out the new Dark Horse Alien vs. Predator Comic Book!

Speaking of Palisades, here's an interview with CEO Mike Horn!

"I work for the Company, but don't let that fool you..."

Now you can avoid awkward introductions and show your affiliation simply by wearing the Company badge!

This quality lapel pin bears the logo of Weyland-Yutani, the nefarious Company from Aliens and measures 38mm x 15mm. The badge is metal with enamel inlay in three colours.

The badges come individually mounted on a hand-numbered header card, in a polybag, and will be shipped in a padded envelope.

This extremely limited edition lapel pin of the Weyland-Yutani logo is now being offered by Mike Rush. Feel free to shoot him an email by clicking here!

Here's a pic of the pin and blister card for those of you who are interested!

The pins are also features for sale on eBay here!

Watch this space in the next day and get those wallets ready!

Over at the UK's Starstore you can check out some new and upcoming Alien products!

Thanks to Shaun Vaughan for the scoop!

Our sister site, figures.com has recently uploaded several Palisades Toys photos Toy Fair 2005 here!

Thanks to Tom Atkins for the scoop!

In the Alien/Predator subsection of Westfield Comics you'll find an all new Facehugger & Egg plush, new statues, and a Predator 2 micro-bust!

Collector Marc just let us know Sega's all-metal Alien and Predator statues are now available to order at Amok Time!

Thanks Marc!

The Alien Quadrilogy Head once only available in Japan is coming to HMV in the UK. Click here for more info!

And if that's not enough for you DVD fans, check out Aliens AND Predator box set.

Mosnters in Motion has just update thier new site with ordering info on the Palisades Toys Aliens Queen Maquette here!

Collector Mickey just sent us this pic Takara's Aliens and Predator Microman action figures!

Thanks Mickey!

Sorry we've been a little absent lately, here's all the news we've received in the past couple of weeks:

Looking for a little something extra with your AvP DVD purchase? Monsters in Motion is offering a free limited edition, clear chestburster with every order. Blockbuster Video is offering a gift pack with two exclusive mini-busts, and Best Buy is offering a free mini 32 page version of the Making of AvP book!

Monsters in Motion is also carrying the AvP Bookends, and Palisade's Alien 3 Dog Burster mini bust statue.

McFarlane Toys has revealed the lineup for their AvP Series 2 action figures (5" mini-dioramas):

Alien attacks Predator
Celtic Predator throws Alien
Alien Queen & Predator 1
Alien Queen & Predator 2
Birth of the Hybrid

We also hear the Corporal Hicks shotgun has begun shipping!

Comics Infinity is taking pre-orders on Dark Horse's Alien vs. Predator "Chop Figures."

Thanks to Marc Cawiezel, Spazmaster J., Frank Valloreo & Trevor Atkins for the scoops!

Bill Perry is selling more of his incredible Lego custom minifigs here!

Collector Ian Foster just let us know Argos UK has the McFarlane Alien & Predator set on sale.

Thanks to Ian Foster for the news!

Collector Roger Harkevy just sent in these brilliant new pics of the Aoshima Aliens Dropship. Too cool!

Huge thanks to Roger Harkevy & Matt Alt for the scoop!

Now we rarely post eBay auctions for a variety of reasons (so please don't ask), BUT this huge phella is so big and rare, we wanted to share!

Monsters in Motion is now offering a clear, limited edition Chestburster with all preorders of AvP on DVD!

Westfield Comics has a few, cool new Alien and Predator items listed in the Alien subsection of their site, including an Alien 3 statue!

Looks like there's an ultra-rare exclusive AvP Snap Kit figure of the Elder Predator! Collector Scott Baker let us know there's only 1:60 chance of finding this bad boy packed in with rest of 'em. Happy hunting!

Thanks to Scott Baker for the scoop!

Action HQ has just sent us this photo of the upcoming AvP one-coin figures from Kotobukiya!

More New Alien Vs. Predator Figures from Asia this time by Kotobukiya! AVP One Coin Figures are scheduled to release in April 2005 is this set of 5 plus chase version Queen Alien figure. Suggested retail price is Yen 500 + VAT. Size will be around 10 cm. Come in random hidden box. As per previous One Coin figures and if it is anything like the recent Batman release, these should be some of the best AVP figures around! Available at Action-HQ.com for PreOrder for $37.95 for set of 5!

Palisades Toys has officially released its new Collectors Club kits, providing new Club Members with an option of one of four enrollment figures. Please see Palisades Toys for additional information.

Tower is now offering a limited edition exclusive Aliens Warrior micro bust from Palisades. You can check it out by clicking here!

While you're there, you can check out the two AvP covers!

Huge thanks to Marc Cawiezel for the scoops!

As reported by our sister site figures.com, Action HQ is auctioning off a limited edition Spider Man statue.

Proceeds of the limited edition statue are to be donated to the Red Cross to help those recover from the recent Tsunami disaster in South East Asia.

Action-HQ is auctioning off 2 gold-colored Marvel Saga Spider-Man statuettes kindly donated by Tak Li/ HyperChild.

All proceeds from these limited edition resin pieces will be donated to the Red Cross of Hong Kong.

For further details on this charity auction, just click here.

An image of the exclusive DVD Gift set has been posted here!

Happy new year everyone! Guess we'll start the new year off with a laugh, as Marc Cawiezel just sent in this link to Alien Loves Predator.

Where's Chachi when you need him?

Thanks Marc!

Bill Perry just sent us this link where you can download some amazing paper Aliens! Look for them under the "various" link.

Thanks Bill!

Monsters in Motion is now carrying the SOTA AvP chess set as well.

The Big Bad Toy Store is having a 15 percent off sale on all items/orders over $60.00 including the AvP chess set:

15% OFF NEW YEARS SALE: As a 'Thank You' for a great year in 2004, we've decided to run our best sale yet! This sale is for 15% off orders $60 or more on all normal store items! (Pre-Orders, Vintage Items, Takara Predaking are not included in the sale) We really appreciate your orders throughout the year and we hope this special pricing on instock items will help add more great items to your collection at an attractive price! All new items listed below are eligible for the sale as well and please see this page for important sales details: click here!

ALIEN VS PREDATOR: The AvP Chess Set from Sota Toys has just arrived, this weighs in at a whopping 32 pounds - the board is 19" x 19" and everything is made from polystone. Only 3000 units were made and they are available for $249.99 each (before discount!)

Thanks to Marc Cawiezel for the scoop!

Inside the AvP Snap Kits, collector Marc Cawiezel is reporting the same company, Hot Toys will be releasing 4" and 12" United States Colonial Marine figures! Click here for a look at the flyer!

Thanks Marc!

Aliens fan Philip Jones has set up an online Aliens RPG. Click here to check it out!

Sideshow Collectibes has just announced they're scaling back the Aliens Queen head bust edition size from 1500 to 1000!

Sideshow Collectibles appreciates the feedback of its collectors. Many of you have expressed a desire to see a lower edition size for the Alien Queen bust. We have evaluated all of your opinions and have decided to reduce the edition size slightly from 1500 pieces to 1,000 pieces. !

Diamond Select will soon be making AvP bookends available here!

More info on the new "Signature Series" Queen statue is now up at Palisades' own site here!

Thanks to Marc C. for the scoop!

Thanks to EVERYONE who participated in the alienscollection.com toy drive. Together we helped donate a multitude of toys to the Toys for Tots organization. It was so successful, we're already planning an even bigger one for next year. Now, for the winners:

First we have Davien from North Carolina. Davien's generous donation has won him a Palisades Toys AvP Captured Queen Bust!

And the second place winner is Bob from California. Bob has won a Sega Alien Model from Japan, kindly donated by Action HQ!

Thank you ALL for contributing this year, and Happy Holidays from the entire staff here at alienscollection.com!

And again, huge thanks to Travis Allen of Palisades Toys, and John Wong of Action HQ for their generosity!

Thanks to generous donations from Palisades Toys and Action HQ, alienscollection.com is proud to bring you our first annual holiday toy drive. Palisades has kindly donated an AvP Captured Queen Bust and Action HQ has sent in a Sega Alien Model from Japan!

We will also be offering two runner up prizes of Alien Kubricks, and one runner up prize of an Alien trading figure from Konami!

The rules are simple: and we're going to be very much on the honor sysyem with this one. All you have to do is donate a new, packaged toy to your local Toys for Tots collection office. When you're done, simply send us an email, let us know where you dropped your toy(s) off, and you'll be automatically entered into our raffle. Winners will chosen mid-December, and we'll do our best to get them to you before the Holidays!

Huge thanks to Travis Allen of Palisades Toys and of John Wong Action HQ for their generosity!

The AvP Snap Kits from Japan are now available at Action HQ! Here's a review by the site's very own Mike Chu:

Alien VS Predator Snap Kits

by Action-HQ.com, Mike Chu, December 15, 2004

The Force has met its match with these recently released Alien VS Predator Snap Kits! These four inch figures are exceptionally detailed with over 15 points of articulation and more than comparable to the similar sized Star Wars figures.

Developed and created by Blister Direct Japan(?) (and also licensed and distributed by Hot Toys in Hong Kong and Mega Ridge in Taiwan), this collection of 8 to 10 figures are only available in Asia. The question to ask is why haven't other toy companies come up with this cool style of figures before?

To get things straight, unlike the name and pictures in magazines entail, these are not actual snap kits where you snap parts off a plastic tree. This is decidedly good though as you won't damage the parts or the paint in the process. The figures are in fact molded PVC plastic similar to the many trading and capsule figures out there but are separated into many attachable parts with ball joints. These are the only things you have to "snap" into place.

We chose to review Chopper Predator rather than the Alien figures, because the former has more detail and accessories. Components for every part of the body come separately in a plastic bag. After building the figure and examining in detail, you will surely agree that he is darn right awesome! The intricate sculpt and painting are done impressively well and even the face is true to the film character. It also comes with many attachable, highly-detailed accessories including armored mask, chain of skulls, blades, spear, knife and scabbard, round spike bladed weapon, back mounted laser, etc. They all fit nicely for a four inch figure though not as securely as a conventional action figure.

Chopper Predator poses quite nicely with his 15 points of articulation but is somewhat limited by the armor. It would also have been nice to have a peg base for one leg so it can stay upright easier. The only other thing that bothers us was the time and effort to put him together, which took close to 15 minutes. It was strenuous to push and twist the ball joints into place versus what we thought would be a "snap". (Engineered tight to better retain its pose?) Also make sure you put the arms and legs facing the right side or you will have to take him apart again. As the instructions says, familiarize yourself with the parts first!

Our first carton of 60 figures contained only three full sets of eight figures with one chase figure which is the Elder Predator. The rest are randomly allocated. We also heard that there is a chase Alien (Queen?) but we cannot confirm at this time. Either way, these will be hard to get in sets of eight. Price per figure is 980 yen + VAT. Each character is packaged randomly in a hidden box. Also comes with a key-chain attachment if desired. Characters include:

Battle Alien
Warrior Alien
Translucent Alien Warrior
Grid Alien
Chopper Predator
Scar Predator
Celtic Predator
Clear Predator
Elder Predator (Chase) -Comes with different head, body armor and read cloth cloak
Alien (Queen?) (To be confirmed - Chase)