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Wed 20 Jun 2007 |
 The new Halo ActionClix miniatures game website is now live! You can
check it out at www.haloactionclix.com.
Halo ActionClix will feature more than 80 miniatures from the Halo
universe including preview content from Halo 3 releasing this fall. WizKids plans
on producing Vehicle Packs and has a big surprise planned for San Diego Comic-Con
July 25-29th.
Halo ActionClix will release this September at retail stores world-wide.
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Tue 19 Jun 2007 |
Action Figures
 SUPERMAN/BATMAN SERIES 5: VENGEANCE 2
The best-selling action figure line continues!
Designed by: Ed McGuinness
Each figure features multiple points of articulation and a base.
Advance-solicited; on sale February 13, 2008 -Action Figures
Supergirl 6.5”
Power Girl 6.5”
Batman/Superman 6.75”
The Joker & Mr. Mxyzpltk 2-pack 6.75” h & 4.5”h approx.
Still Available!
SUPERMAN/BATMAN Series 2: The Return of Supergirl (NOV050336)
SUPERMAN/BATMAN Series 3: Public Enemies 2 (JUL060272)
SUPERMAN/BATMAN Series 4: Vengeance (SEP060322)
 ROBIN 13” Deluxe Collector Figure
Robin, The Boy Wonder, is the newest addition to DC Direct’s line of realistically proportioned, super-heroic 1:6 scale figures! This latest hero in the 1:6 scale figure line is the first of DC Direct’s accurately scaled “teen” style figure, and has all the detail and articulation that collectors have come to expect. The ROBIN 13” DELUXE COLLECTOR FIGURE comes clothed in an authentically detailed fabric costume, includes a display stand and is packaged in a deluxe 4-color window box with a fifth panel.
Advance-solicited; on sale February 6, 2008-Collector figure -$69.99 US
 UNI-FORMZ: BATMAN (MODERN)
DC Direct begins the vinylization of the DC Universe!
BATMAN is the first in a new line of large format and stylized vinyl UNI-FORMZ™ inspired by the red-hot “designer toy” phenomenon.
DC Direct joined forces with a leader in the contemporary toy movement, Monster 5, to create this powerfully built and unique vision of Batman for the first time.
This bold new take on Batman is a must-have for collectors of contemporary toy design as well as traditional fans of superheroes!
Advance-solicited on sale February 27, 2008
Vinyl – $49.99 US
PROPS
 JLA TROPHY ROOM: MULTI-COLORED KRYPTONITE REPLICA DISPLAY
For the first time, DC Direct brings together the different forms of deadly Kryptonite. Displayed in a special protective case are the four primary forms: Red, Gold, Blue and Green Kryptonite. Each “meteorite” lights up and is permanently housed in the unique glass-domed JLA Trophy Room Display. Packaged in an upscale box, the prop replica measures 7.25” h x 10.75”w x 9.5” d and includes a 4-Color Certificate of Authenticity s well as the brochure “Guide to the Trophy Room” written by best-selling author and JLA scribe Brad Meltzer.
Advance-solicited; on sale February 6, 2008 – Prop Replica – $250.00 US
DC Direct brings the JLA Trophy Room to the public in 3-D for the first time ever, with a brand new prop replica program for 2008!
The JLA Trophy Room is the heart of the Justice League of America headquarters. This mini-museum holds memorabilia from past members, as well as villainous weapons from various cases.
Look For More Trophy Room Props in 2008!
Joker’s Cane · Superman’s Cape · Starro · Phantom Zone Projecto . Batcuffs · Jimmy Olsen Signal Watch · Metal Power Battery · GA Flash Helmet · Batman’s Pouch Style Utility Belt · GA Flash Helmet · Batsignal · A Mother Box… The possibilities are endless!
Suggest your favorite on dcdirectonline.com
POSTERS
 BATMAN: ALL STAR POSTER
Art by Jim Lee & Scott Williams
From the cover of ALL STAR BATMAN & ROBIN, THE BOY WONDER #5
Advance-solicited; on sale February 20, 2008 • Poster • $7.99
 NIGHTWING: REFLECTIONS POSTER
Art by Ryan Sook
From the cover of NIGHTWING #133
Advance-solicited; on sale February 20, 2008 • Poster • $7.99
DC UNLIMITED
WORLD OF WARCRAFT: SERIES 2 ACTION FIGURE ASSORTMENT
WORLD OF WARCRAFT is the massively multiplayer online role-playing game with over 8.5 million devoted subscribers, and now its characters are captured in 3-D by DC Unlimited!
Human Warrior: Archilon Shadowheart
Troll Priest: Zabra Hexx
Gnome Warrior: Sprocket Gyrospring
Night Elf Druid: Broll Bearmantle
Advance-solicited; on sale February 20, 2008 • Action Figures • PI
Coming in October!
Orc Shaman: Rehgar Earthfury
Blood Elf Rogue: Valeera Sanguinar
Dwarf Warrior: Thargas Anvilmar
Undear Warlock: Meryl Feldstorm
 DRAENEI PALADIN: VINDICATOR MARAAD DELUXE COLLECTOR FIGURE
Advance-solicited * On sale February 20, 2008 – Action Figures
THE SECOND WAVE BEGINS!
America’s #1 selling PC game since 2004 continues its incredible showing in the collectible action figure arena with WORLD OF WARCRAFT Series 2 action figures and the second of the WORLD OF WARCRAFT DELUXE Collector action figures!
Coming in December!
Illidan Stormrage
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Tue 19 Jun 2007 |
Burbank, Calif., June 19, 2007 — Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) announced today that it has named the world’s leading toy manufacturer, Mattel, Inc., as the global master toy licensee for both Speed Racer and The Dark Knight, two of the biggest summer films coming out in 2008 from Warner Bros. Pictures. Mattel will apply its expertise across virtually all product lines including vehicles, action figures, action play, remote control vehicles, handheld electronics as well as games and puzzles.
“In Mattel, we have the best partner with the strongest track record of bringing great products and great stories together for a winning combination in the toy aisle. With these deals, we know that two of our most important tentpole films for 2008, Speed Racer and The Dark Knight, will be brought to life through products created by the most creative toy designers in the world,” said Brad Globe, president, Warner Bros. Consumer Products.
“We have a strong, long-standing relationship with Warner Bros. Consumer Products and are thrilled to partner with them for two of the most anticipated films of 2008,” said Neil Friedman, President, Mattel Brands. “The distinctive visuals and stimulating races of Speed Racer, coupled with one of the most popular super hero film franchises of all time in The Dark Knight, provides us with a unique opportunity to create fun and innovative toys and games that bring the excitement and action of both films to life in a way that kids will love and remember.”
 The green flag drops on May 9th when Speed Racer makes his big screen debut in the newest project from writer/directors Larry and Andy Wachowski, the creators of the groundbreaking The Matrix trilogy, and producer Joel Silver. A live-action, high-octane family adventure based on the classic series created by anime pioneer Tatsuo Yoshida, the big-screen Speed Racer will follow the adventures of the young race car driver Speed (Emile Hirsch) in his quest for glory in his thundering Mach 5. It will feature other characters that fans of the show will remember, including Mom (Susan Sarandon) and Pops Racer (John Goodman), girlfriend Trixie (Christina Ricci) and his mysterious arch-rival, Racer X (Matthew Fox).
“The Wachowski brothers said to me one day that they were always disturbed that their nieces and nephews could never see their movies. This was the first time all their friends, family and the kids in their lives could see one of their films. They wrote a pure family movie. It’s fun. It’s got great characters, great dialogue, and great stories,” said Silver.
Mattel will tap into the action, characters and storyline to bring the film to life across a broad number of their product lines. With Speed’s Mach 5 leading the way, the leading die-cast vehicle brand, Hot Wheels, will feature a wide assortment of die-cast vehicles, race sets and track sets based on the film. Tyco, the leading remote control vehicle brand, will put kids behind the wheel of the Mach 5 with R/C vehicles and racing sets. Radica, Mattel’s newly acquired games and electronics division, will put the action in the hands of kids through products that let them take the wheel, literally. Additionally, a line of Mattel games and puzzles will capture the film’s action through board games, puzzles and a special-edition UNO card game.
Speed Racer products are expected to begin arriving at retailers around the world beginning in late March 2008.
 On July 18, 2008, The Dark Knight, the second Batman film from director Christopher Nolan, arrives in theaters. Batman (Christian Bale) raises the stakes in his war on crime in Nolan’s The Dark Knight. With the help of Lieutenant Jim Gordon (Gary Oldman) and District Attorney Harvey Dent (Aaron Eckhart), Batman sets out to dismantle the remaining criminal organizations that plague the city streets. The partnership proves to be effective, but they soon find themselves prey to a reign of chaos unleashed by a rising criminal mastermind known to the terrified citizens of Gotham as The Joker (Heath Ledger).
The Dark Knight producer, Charles Roven added: “Batman is an incredible franchise, and we are really excited about taking it to the next level with The Dark Knight. Along with the Batmobile we are introducing a new vehicle, the Batpod, a new Batsuit and some classic characters in The Joker and Harvey Dent. We are confident that fans around the world will enjoy the increased action and the continuation of a great story and we hope they appreciate the integrity and respect we’ve shown for this iconic character.”
For their film-inspired product lines, Mattel will utilize the multiple elements introduced in The Dark Knight. A new Batsuit, a new vehicle in the form of the Batpod and multiple key action scenes that set the stage for inspired play. Mattel’s action figure line will feature Batman and the new Batsuit. Tyco R/C vehicles bring to life the speed and action of the Batmobile and the new Batpod. An entire line of action play items will allow boys to role-play being The Dark Knight. Additionally, Mattel will release a line of games and puzzles that will capture the film action through board games, puzzles and a special-edition UNO card game.
Products based on The Dark Knight are expected to begin arriving at retailers around the world beginning in early June 2008.
Warner Bros. Consumer Products represents the merchandising licensing rights related to Batman on behalf of DC Comics.
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Tue 19 Jun 2007 |
Revolutionary Game Lets Players Collect, Build and Customize
3D Star Wars Vehicles for Under $5
 June 19, 2007 (Bellevue, WA) — WizKids Inc., a subsidiary of Topps and the creator of runaway hit games such as HeroClix® and Pirates of the Spanish Main™, today announced that its Star Wars™ PocketModel™ Trading Card Game (TCG) is now available at retail. The Star Wars PocketModel TCG revolutionizes the collectible trading card genre by bringing card games into the third dimension. By merging the enjoyment of building custom decks from card collections with the fun of building miniature models of Star Wars vehicles, the Star Wars PocketModel TCG lets Star Wars fans enjoy a complete Star Wars experience. This fun, easy-to-learn game is simple enough for 8-year-old kids, but features enough depth of strategy to appeal to adults, making it possible for fans of all generations to share and enjoy battling for control of the galaxy!
The Star Wars PocketModel Trading Card Game is a great value with its price tag of $4.99. Players receive between four-to-eight PocketModels Star Wars vehicles to punch out, build, collect and play; six random game cards; 2 micro-dice; complete rules and assembly instructions. Star Wars fans are able to collect and build Star Wars vehicles that are played in entertaining ways with cards featuring favorite characters, vehicles and scenes from the entire Star Wars Saga. Players use the cards to control their fleets of PocketModel ships as they attempt to destroy each other’s objectives. And with more than 200 Star Wars PocketModel vehicles and 300 cards being released over the next year, Star Wars fans will be able to constantly add to their collection to extend their Star Wars universe.
“Star Wars has multigenerational appeal and we’ve designed our Star Wars PocketModels to appeal to its passionate fan base,” said WizKids® president Lax Chandra. “The Star Wars™ PocketModel™ trading card game is easy enough for children but with layers of strategy for adults, and the game is affordable at under $5, so it’s accessible to every Star Wars fan.”
To celebrate the game’s launch, WizKids has launched a promotion that gives Star Wars fans across the country free sample packs of Star Wars PocketModels playing cards. Fans can visit StarWars.com, CartoonNetwork.com or WizKidsgames.com for a link to a coupon redeemable at their local hobby retail store for free product samples. Sample packs contain three PocketModels (one X-wing™ fighter and two TIE Fighters™), and two playing cards – everything a player needs to start his or her Star Wars PocketModel experience.
Wizkids recently debut the Star Wars PocketModels game at Star Wars CELEBRATION IV, a massive Star Wars party that marked the 30th anniversary of the Saga. Fans clamored for show-exclusive Star Wars PocketModels tins and lined up to play the game with oversized Star Wars vehicles.
More info can be found at www.wizkidsgames.com.
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Tue 19 Jun 2007 |
Warner Bros. Consumer Products announced today that it has named the world’s leading toy manufacturer, Mattel, Inc., as the global master toy licensee for both Speed Racer and The Dark Knight, two of the biggest summer films coming out in 2008 from Warner Bros. Pictures. Mattel will apply its expertise across virtually all product lines including vehicles, action figures, action play, remote control vehicles, handheld electronics as well as games and puzzles.
"In Mattel, we have the best partner with the strongest track record of bringing great products and great stories together for a winning combination in the toy aisle. With these deals, we know that two of our most important tentpole films for 2008, Speed Racer and The Dark Knight, will be brought to life through products created by the most creative toy designers in the world," said Brad Globe, president, Warner Bros. Consumer Products.
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Tue 19 Jun 2007 |
 HONG KONG–Corgi International Limited (Nasdaq GM:CRGI) today announced that it has entered into a Master Toy/Collectible License Agreement on a multi-category range of products through to 2010 with Nintendo of America Inc. to produce ranges of product on Nintendo® properties that include Super Mario®, Donkey Kong® and the Legend of Zelda®.
The comprehensive range of products created for territories outside Asia will include Action Figures, Playset Environments, FX Electronic Products, Iconic Game Replicas, Multi Sized Plush, and Vinyl Figures amongst other categories.
Corgi International CEO Michael Cookson commented, "We are excited to enter this agreement with Nintendo as they are certainly at the forefront of developing cutting edge products and gaming technologies that we feel would translate perfectly into exciting product ranges. These ranges certainly fit into the wide demographic that the company currently creates product for, and with our product development expertise and our strong distribution, we believe that the license will prove a popular addition to the company’s portfolio.”
Gail Tilden, Nintendo of America’s vice president of brand management commented, “Nintendo looks forward to collaborating with Corgi International on an amazing range of products that will cater to fans of all ages. We know that our fans will be excited to see our popular franchises brought to life in a whole new way.”
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Tue 19 Jun 2007 |
HONG KONG–Corgi International Limited (Nasdaq GM:CRGI) today announced that it had entered into a Licensing agreement on a multi year deal for a range of Beatles and Yellow Submarine Die Cast Collectables. Through to 2010
This worldwide agreement will allow Corgi International to do territory specific programs utilizing iconic Beatles imagery on a range of die cast collectibles at different scales.
Corgi International CEO Michael Cookson commented, "Corgi as a company has had a long association with the Beatles having produced the original Yellow Submarine die cast in the 1960’s and it was a priority for the company to re-initiate a program with Apple Corps/Suba Films for an innovative range of product, that people will once again enjoy purchasing. With the 40th Anniversary of Sgt Peppers, it was a perfect time for the deal to have been agreed, and we are truly excited to be partners again.’’
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Tue 19 Jun 2007 |
 LOS ANGELES, California (June 18, 2007) – Exodus Film Group and Corgi International Limited (NASDAQ GM:CRGI) announced today a master license for a product line of toys and collectables for Exodus’ CG-animated feature film “Igor.” The Weinstein Company is handling worldwide theatrical distribution for the film, which is set for a wide theatrical release on October 24, 2008.
This worldwide agreement will allow Corgi International to release a wide range of products including action figures, play sets, electronic role-play games, pocket money toys, vinyl figures, plush, statues, busts and other associated products.
Corgi International CEO Michael Cookson commented, "We have been discussing the opportunities that surrounded this spectacular project from the very early stages and are excited to bring to market a wonderful line of products for “Igor” which will cross all boundaries of the marketplace and be the start of a superb licensing franchise for Exodus. Our innovative and unique products will be released September 2008 and we are confident that our worldwide core customer base will get behind the terrific range of products for this much anticipated film.
Bruce Auerbach, Exodus President of Consumer Products, added, “Corgi International is a worldwide leader in the toy and collectable arena with licenses to some of the highest grossing film franchises of all time. We couldn’t ask for a better master toy partner and are thrilled to be working with them.”
"Igor" is a playfully irreverent comedy that brings a new twist to the classic monster genre. It tells the story of an evil scientist’s hunch backed lab assistant with big dreams of becoming a scientist himself and winning the annual Evil Science Fair. The stellar voice cast includes Steve Buscemi, John Cleese, Jennifer Coolidge, John Cusack, Arsenio Hall, Sean Hayes, Jay Leno, Molly Shannon, Jeremy Piven and Christian Slater. Award-winning animation writer, Tony Leondis, is directing the screenplay by Chris McKenna. Exodus CEO John D. Eraklis is producing with Exodus President Max Howard executive producing. Eric Robinson, Vice President of Production and Development, is overseeing on behalf of The Weinstein Company.
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Mon 18 Jun 2007 |
–World’s best-selling construction toy brand to bring blockbuster movie franchise to life in LEGO® form–
NEW YORK (June 18, 2007) – LEGO Group, the world’s leading construction toy manufacturer, today announces a partnership with Lucasfilm Ltd. to produce building sets based on the Indiana Jones franchise – one of the most globally successful movie series ever made.
Three worldwide blockbuster films, and the highly anticipated May 2008 premiere of the new Indiana Jones movie, will provide inspiration for a series of highly iconic and action-packed build-and-play adventures of the rogue archaeologist and hero.
“There is such a natural synergy between Lucasfilm and LEGO enthusiasts of all ages that makes combining our stories with the LEGO play pattern an easy decision,” said Howard Roffman, President of Lucas Licensing. “We’re thrilled to have a chance to share the history and success of LEGO Star Wars with another Lucas franchise.”
Four playsets based on the classic trilogy are slated to launch in January 2008. Three sets based on iconic scenes from Raiders of the Lost Ark include: Temple Escape ($49.99 USD) which brings the legendary rolling boulder scene to life in LEGO form as Indy faces spiders and poisoned darts in his search for the Golden Idol of Fertility. With Race for the Stolen Treasure ($29.99 USD), kids build two desert vehicles and recreate Indy’s truck-hopping fight to save the treasure. Indiana Jones and the Lost Tomb ($19.99 USD) recreates the eye-popping suspense of Indy rescuing Marion from slithering snakes in an Egyptian tomb. And based on Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade action, Motorcycle Chase ($9.99 USD) depicts the scene where Indy and his father escape with the map to the hidden temple.
Four more constructible playsets based on the fourth movie will launch in May 2008, with suggested retail prices ranging from $9.99 to $79.99 USD.
“We are thrilled to be bringing yet another blockbuster Lucasfilm property to life for LEGO kids and adult enthusiasts,” said Jill Wilfert, vice president, partnership and alliance management for the LEGO Group. “The marriage of strong story, well-known characters, dynamic vehicles and action-oriented movie scenes with the classic LEGO play pattern is a proven winner, and Indiana Jones lends itself perfectly to the build-and-play world of LEGO building.”
For more than 25 years, audiences have been enraptured by the exploits of Indiana Jones. The film trilogy – Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade – garnered 14 Academy Award nominations, won 7 Oscars, and grossed over $1,182,000,000 at the box office. The films are among the most popular movies ever made and have become a legendary part of film history.
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Sat 16 Jun 2007 |
 ATHENS, Ala., June 16, 2007 — BTTF.com has partnered with Diamond Select Toys to offer an exclusive limited-edition Back to the Future™ “Enchantment Under the Sea” Minimate two-pack set available this fall. These figures are part of the first series of Diamond Select Toys’ upcoming line of Back to the Future™ Minimates and licensed film prop replicas, and will be available exclusively through BTTF.com. The BTTF.com exclusive two-pack will coincide with the retail release of the Back to the Future™ Minimates Box Set also set for release in October 2007. Based upon the original 1985 blockbuster feature film, the Back to the Future™ Minimates represent the very first figures ever produced in North America from the classic time travel series. Characterizing "Marty McFly" and "Lorraine Baines" from the pivotal Enchantment Under the Sea dance scene in 1955, these figures were perfect choices for this exclusive two-pack and highly compliment the commercial box set.
"Fans have been patiently waiting for officially-licensed figures from the Back to the Future™ series for more than two decades now, so I’m very excited that we can be a part of this very important and unique promotion," states Stephen Clark, BTTF.com Owner and General Manager. "When we first learned of Diamond Select’s plans to release Minimates this year, I knew we had to be somehow involved."
Limited to only 3,000 pieces, the BTTF ‘Enchantment Under the Sea’ Minimate 2-Pack was developed and sculpted by Art Asylum, and each figure features 14 points of articulation. The exclusive set can be ordered through BTTF.com’s online store — www.bttf.net — and is expected to ship the first week in October.
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