Sideshow Collectibles will launch a series of 1:4 Lord of the Ring collectible figures, the first in its Premium Format figure line, in the second quarter of 2006.  These highly detailed figures will include portrait likenesses, genuine leather and real metal for armor and weaponry, and expert fabric tailoring.  The figures will range from 12' to 18' tall (that's ? hobbit size).  MSRPs will range from $225 to $450, so these are not for the faint of heart.