Leading Toy And Hobby Distributor Returns To Nation’s Largest Pop-Culture Convention With Special Products For
Star Wars, Iron Man, Batman, Dragon Ball, Gundam, And More!
Irvine, CA, June 29, 2015 –
Bluefin, the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles,
and hobby merchandise from Japan, Hong Kong and more, has announced a
wide array of exciting new and exclusive products to be showcased and
also available for purchase at the 2015 San Diego Comic-Con
International.
San Diego Comic-Con is North America’s largest dedicated pop-culture convention and takes place July 8th-12th
at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, CA. Each year,
manufacturers create a variety of show exclusive collectibles and other
limited edition products that attendees specifically seek out. More
details are available at: http://www.comic-con.org/cci.
Bluefin products will be located on the Main Hall in Booths #3545 and #140.
Bluefin
will delight Comic-Con attendees with a colorful collection of high
quality and in many cases, limited edition or special variant products
and collectible figures for popular properties such as Dragon Ball, Gundam, Iron Man, Star Wars, Batman and more.
Attendees that purchase select items at Bluefin’s booths will also be treated to free giveaways. Fans will receive a free Super Mario Bros. 1Up mushroom character
when they purchase a Tamashii Nations product from Booth #3545 while
supplies last. Also, those who purchase the Beast Kingdom Floating Iron
Man Mark III exclusive from Booth #140, will receive a free support stand while supplies last as an alternative display option.
Exclusive Bluefin products available at the 2015 San Diego Comic-Con include:
Bandai Hobby
Gunpla Models – Various Kits
HGUC 1/144 Zeta Plus Test Type Image Color Version
Previously
only available at GunPla Expo events in Asia, this limited release of
the Zeta Plus has been colored to match the test color red-orange white
pattern found on the machines used by Karaba in the photo novel, Gundam Sentinel. Includes
rifle, shield, hip cannons and 2 beam sabers. Mobile suit also can
transform into wave rider form through part swapping.
MSRP: $25.00
RG 1/144 Gundam Exia Extra Finish Version
A
special GunPla Expo limited event item now available in the West: the
Real Grade Exia with a sharp metallic finish! Its parts have been
specially chromed to give off a high shine. The Real Grade series
combines the intricate part complexity of the higher end MG and PG lines
with the size and affordability of the HG and SD lines into a new
product that draws inspiration from real world machines. This version of
the Exia was supervised by creator Kanetake Ebikawa and features custom
markings. All of Exia's equipment is included, with melee weapons
having chromed blades and GN condensers feature transparent plastic. New
Advanced MS Joint allow impressive movement to replicate combat scenes
in the Gundam 00 anime series.
MSRP: $48.00
HGBF 1/144 Try Burning Gundam PP Clear Version
An enhanced version of the Burning Gundam in the second half of the Gundam Build Fighters Try
TV anime series. Features impressive articulation for recreation of
martial arts poses. Includes fiery punch, kick, back, and numerous flame
effect parts as well as 4 different types of hands showcasing martial
arts gestures. This special GunPla expo variant previously only
available in Asia renders the model in translucent plastic with sparkles
to replicate the flow of Plavisky particles that flow through the
plastic in the TV show. MSRP: $22.00
For additional information on Bandai GunPla products, please visit:
Bandai Tamashii Nations
S.H. Figuarts Goku Frieza Saga Version
Complete
your Dragon Ball collection with a special variant of Goku as he lands
on the Planet Namek! The S.H. Figuarts Goku Frieza Saga version
features his iconic outfit with the “Go” GI symbols and original tied
belt, as well as a new facial expression not found in the original! This
SDCC exclusive will be available in limited quantities. Figure includes
5 interchangeable faces, multiple hands for different poses, and
charging Kamehameha effect part. MSRP: $45.00
For additional information on Tamashii Nations products, please visit:
Beast Kingdom
Iron Man Mark III Magnetic Floating Version
A flashy, new updated color variant of Beast Kingdom’s Floating Iron Man Mark III featuring red and chrome markings. MSRP: $169.99
This 6-inch limited edition Beast Kingdom rendition
of the iconic villain is constructed with compound materials and
painted with expert techniques that perfectly capture the texture of
Darth Vader's armor and clothing. Also features a light-up LED
lightsaber and life-supporting device on the chest. MSRP: $139.99
For additional information on Beast Kingdom products, please visit:
Comicave Studios
1/12 Shotgun Iron Man Mark XL
The
Super Alloy 1/12 Scale Shotgun is a fully articulated figurine made of
75% die-cast metal with interchangeable accessories, and LED light
features in the eyes and chest. A Hyper Velocity Traveling Suit, the
Mark 40 is currently the fastest suit of the Iron Legion, and can reach
speeds in excess of Mach 5. Shotgun will be available in limited
quantities for purchase at SDCC 2015, one month ahead of its worldwide
release in August 2015. MSRP: $160.00
For more information on Comicave Studios, please visit:
Hero Cross
For
the fans of this dark hero attending the 2015 San Diego Comic Con, Hero
Cross has prepared a special classic comic color scheme for the figure,
with an additional weathered effect. The body and limbs of the figure
are made of die cast parts that enrich the texture as well as provide
required strength and stiffness. Meanwhile, it is fully poseable thanks
to 20-plus points of articulation and the wired fabric cape. The
accessories include a light up Bat-Signal and Batarang that serve as
nice enhancements to the figure. MSRP: $80.00
For more information on Hero Cross, please visit:
SEN-TI-NEL
For more information on SEN-TI-NEL, please visit:
The Loyal Subjects
Power Rangers, TMNT, Transformers Action Vinyl Exclusives
The
TLS booth will feature a full array of their ever popular Action Vinyl
Exclusives from top licenses. From the Black-and-White Battle Damaged 3”
Ninja Turtles to the Special Edition Crystal Pink Ranger to the
fan-favorite Construction set, all figures come equipped with multiple
points of articulation and fun accessories -- as you may already know,
the Power Rangers helmets are completely removable! A different
exclusive for each day! Find these exciting exclusives and more directly
at the TLS Booth #5050. MSRP: Various
X-Plus
Super Saiyan Son Goku Figure
This
hefty variant (stands more than 18” tall) of the Gigantic Series Goku
figure features translucent yellow hair. This vinyl statue is highly
detailed, anime accurate and features excellent paint applications.
X-Plus is well known for creating beautiful vinyl statues with
uncompromising attention to detail. MSRP: $65.00
For more information on X-Plus, please visit:
About Bluefin
Based
in Irvine, CA, Bluefin built its reputation as a leading distributor of
Japanese toys, collectibles, novelty and hobby products. In recent
years, Bluefin has grown to include a range of high quality collectible
lines from the United States, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Singapore and
established itself as the official North American consumer products and
retail development partner for Studio Ghibli. Selling to thousands of
specialty, chain and independent stores, Bluefin is an official North
American distributor for Bandai Hobby, Kotobukiya and Capcom, is the
sole provider of Bandai Tamashii Nations products, and is also the
exclusive and official distributor for Beast Kingdom, Comicave, Mr.
Hobby, Groove’s Pullip dolls, SEN-TI-NEL and X-Plus. Bluefin also
represents TruForce and The Loyal Subjects products worldwide.
Additional information is available at: www.bluefincorp.com.
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