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Fri 2 May 2008 |
The celebrated third series of action figures based on the Sci-Fi Channel hit series Stargate Atlantis are ready to embark on their most important mission to date – exploring your collection! Featuring characters from the third and fourth seasons, this assortment offers new faces, new uniforms, new threats and a bonus figure-sized Ancient Control Chair!
 The core release will include Dr. Samantha Carter and Dr. Jennifer Keller as they appeared in the show’s fourth season, a hulking and imposing Wraith Drone, the limited Garrison Uniform Sheppard in his on-base black uniform and the Previews Exclusive warrior, Ronon Dex. Also included in each case will be a special edition case-topper figure featuring a new version of a Stargate legend – General Jack O’Neill in his blue garrison uniform! This limited figure will be included within each sealed case and will only be available from your local retailer.
As with past Stargate releases, this assortment was sculpted by Jean St. Jean Studios, stands 7 inches tall and features series-accurate costumes. The Ancient Control Chair will be distributed with Dr. Carter, Dr. Keller, Wraith Drone and Ronon, however each figure in the line will also include several accessories to further accent your Stargate displays.
For more information and to check the latest Stargate product releases, remember to visit www.diamondselecttoys.com – home of the best of all worlds!
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Fri 2 May 2008 |
 Once again our pal Toy Guru from Mattel updates us on the answers to our post NYCC burning questions:
Q1. Is the Wal-mart Wave considered wave 5 of DCUC or is it a separate wave in your numbering system? Thereby making the Hawkman/Mr. Miracle/Recovery Suit Superman wave 5 or wave 6?
A: The Wal-Mart Wave is Wave 5, the Hawkman Wave is Wave 6.
Q2. thanks for reissuing Azrael from DCSH. is there any chance we’ll ever see the elusive Cyborg Superman reissued? that would be fantastic. Thanks again!
A: You’ll just have to wait and see. We’ll announce the next pair of DCUC TRU 2-packs at SDCC in July.
Q3. What can you tell us about DCHerozone.com website that’s mentioned on the back of the Dark Knight packaging?
A: This will be a brand new website featuring games, Mattel toy previews and information about the new film Batman the Dark Knight
Q4. DCIH – Will this line have accessories? batarangs, green lanterns, cold guns, etc? Expected msrp for this line?
A: Some figures will have accessories and we have some great plans for accessories in 2009. The singles will retail for about 5.99, the 3 packs for 15.99.
Q5: I have to ask about the Toys R Us azrael/batgirl two-pack:will this release of Batgirl black/yellow "first appearance" costume (instead of the blue and gray that was already released), and will azrael’s neck be modified to look up?
A: Both of these characters will remain unchanged from their original release.
A bonus question for our international friends:
Q6. Is there any chance of making the Mattel line available VIA Diamond Select for international distribution? I’ve seen the Previews catalogue and there are some items that allow for this. Foreign retailers can order these said items but US retailers cannot.
This will help preserve your exclusivity deals with Target, TRU and Wal*Mart but make your product available to us hapless international collectors.
A: We are continuing to work with all of our international markets to bring collector items to them. One of the issues we face is that while there is a small vocal group of fans wanting this product in different international territories such as South America, Europe and Asia, they do not always represent the entire international territory’s buying habits. We will do our best to try and meet collector needs while maintinaing case packs and product that fills the needs of international markets.
You can find our past Q&A’s here. And you can discuss the answers at our Mattel board.
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Wed 30 Apr 2008 |
First Wave of Electronic “Batman-Gear” Scheduled to Debut in May 2008
MARIETTA, GA (APRIL 2008) — Digital Blue™, the innovator in electronics and software for the youth market is proud to announce a licensing agreement with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Comics. Digital Blue brings its expertise in value-priced digital cameras to an exciting line of Batman-inspired gadgets and electronics in support of the upcoming Batman feature film, “The Dark Knight,” scheduled for release on July 18th, 2008, as well as the Batman animated series and the Batman comic book line.
With design inspirations stemming from Batman’s arsenal of exciting gadgets in “The Dark Knight”, Digital Blue has developed a line of value-priced gear including the Batman Clipt! Digital Camera, the Batman Alarm Clock Radio and the Batman Boombox, which are scheduled for retail debut in May of 2008 at price points ranging from $19.99 to $29.99. Additional Batman products will be announced later in the year.
“Batman is an iconic character whose high-tech gadgets have thrilled generations of Americans,” explained Tim Hall, CEO of Digital Blue. “Batman’s always had the coolest gadgets, and so we are excited to develop electronics associated with this legendary hero. We look forward to a successful partnership developing Batman-Gear for Warner Bros. Consumer Products and the Batman franchise.”
 
The Batman Clipt! Digital Camera includes a spring carabineer clip for easy attachment to belts, bags and jackets — a function Batman himself might appreciate for his own utility belt. The Clipt! Digital Camera. is available in two designs, holds up to 40 pictures and features VGA resolution, and an LCD frame counter. The Batman Clipt! Digital Camera also includes photo editing software that allows you to insert yourself into scenes or add characters from the Batman movie. Suggested retail price $19.99.
In the stories, the Bat-Signal is used by the Gotham City Police Department as a method of contacting and summoning Batman to their assistance. Digital Blue’s Batman Alarm Clock Radio enables children everywhere to project their very own Bat-Signal! Including an AM/FM tuner, an auto daylight saving switch, and a 1.4” display, gives you the choice of waking up to music or a traditional alarm buzzer. Suggested retail price $19.99.
The Batman Boombox plays CDs, CD-R and CD-RW formats and includes a tuner with an LCD display. Featuring dynamic bass boost, a top loading CD player, and an input line for portable MP3 player support. Suggested retail price $29.99.
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Tue 29 Apr 2008 |
This just in from Mezco- A first look at Series 16 of their Living Dead Dolls.
Also:
LIVING DEAD DOLLS SERIES 15 VARIANT WAREHOUSE FIND!
Due to a small error involving a narcoleptic bookkeeper and a lovelorn
forklift driver, Mezco Direct had indicated that the LDD Series 15 variants
(a special edition of only 666 sets) were sold out when if fact there are
still a few dozen cases left.
If you thought you missed out when we were doing pre-orders, now is the time
to snag a set for your collection.
LDD 15 variants are available here:
http://www.mezcotoyz.com/store/detail.aspx?ID=560
Supplies are limited!
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Tue 29 Apr 2008 |
 Teheran – Apr 27, 2008, 23:37 GMT-
Iran’s prosecutor general on Sunday warned of the ‘negative impact’ which Western toys could have for Iranian children, ISNA news agency reported.
Qorban-Ali Dori-Najafabadi said the mainly illegally-imported toys such as Barbie, Batman, Harry Potter and Spiderman might cause ‘irreparable (cultural) damage.’
In a letter to Vice President Parviz Davoudi, the ultra- conservative cleric called on the government to find alternatives for what he called the ‘cultural offensive.’
Iranian clergy have warned in the last three decades of a ‘Western cultural invasion’ in the form of movies, music and fashion, and tried to confront it – so far with little success.
In an effort to counter highly popular Barbie dolls, Iran in 1996 began producing an Islamic version named Sarah and her brother Dara, but these found little resonance among Iranian children.
The Institute for Intellectual Development of Children and Young Adults at that time even compared Barbie dolls with the ‘Wooden Horse of Troy, with many cultural invading soldiers inside it’.
Despite the counter-measures, Western articles – especially music CDs and DVDs of US movies – have boomed in Iran, especially on the black market where they are available at prices ranging between one and two US dollars.
Middle East News
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Tue 29 Apr 2008 |
 Meet the Micronuggets, a super mash-up of some of our old favorites. Yes, that’s a classic "LITTLE PEOPLE" body with a custom head and a "TIME TRAVELER" chest module. Cast in cool clear blue, the SUCKADELIC TIME STRAGGLER also comes with a cute "MOONSCAPE" Base to sit him in. Totally handmade by the Super Sucklord Himself!
Limited to 40 pieces.
If you are interested in owning one, click here to order.
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Fri 25 Apr 2008 |
NY- Mezco Toyz, renowned creators of action figures and collectibles, have teamed up with Best Buy stores, North America’s number-one specialty retailer of consumer electronics, to offer two iconic figures from the award winning South Park series. The first figure is “Motorcycle Cop Cartman” dressed as a policeman from the fan favorite episode where he takes over for Officer Barbrady and enforces the respect his “Authority” upon all of South Park.
The second figure is “Frozen Kenny” from the controversial episode where he meets one of his most unique demises. In a desperate bid to save the town’s hospital, Kenny finds himself electrocuted and frozen to an outdoor generator.
These hilarious, fan favorite figures are available exclusively at Best Buy stores as well as on www.BestBuy.com and will be appearing in stores and online soon.
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Thu 24 Apr 2008 |
 Variety just announced that the announcement was officially made this afternoon jointly from executive producers Peter Jackson and Fran Walsh, after months of speculation and debate, that Hellboy 1& 2 director del Toro will in fact be taking the reigns on this project as well as a sequel. The sequel will deal with the 60 year period between the Hobbit and the events of the Lord of the Rings trilogy.
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Thu 24 Apr 2008 |
 The first piece in the range of collectibles for Disney’s The Chronicles Of Narnia: Prince Caspian that Weta announced earlier this month is now available to pre-order from Weta’s website, www.wetanz.com/princecaspian /satyr.
The Warrior Satyr is based on a concept drawing by Weta designer Stephen Crowe: "I wanted quite an action-filled piece, and the real challenge was conveying that sense of movement and force in a static collectible. I wanted the Satyr to look defiant, as though he were in mid charge, about to attack."
The statue is available in a strictly limited edition of only 300, so Weta recommend getting in early!
Further preview and pre-order announcements will be sent to Weta’s mailing list. Sign up at www.wetanz.com/mailinglist
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Thu 24 Apr 2008 |
 SAN FRANCISCO (April 23, 2008) – SEGA® of America, Inc. announced it is working with renowned toy designer and manufacturer, Hasbro, Inc., to produce a line of toys based on THE INCREDIBLE HULK video game. Targeting the core fans of Marvel’s renowned green goliath THE INCREDIBLE HULK, Hasbro’s licensed toy line will include four action figures based on characters seen in the official video game from SEGA, including Bi-Beast and The Gray Hulk. The remaining two toys will be announced at Comic Con in San Diego, CA in July 2008. The figures will be available for an approximate retail price of $9.99 each and are recommended for ages 4 and up.
 "We are extremely excited about teaming up with Hasbro," said Sean Ratcliffe, Vice President of Marketing at SEGA of America, Inc. "The Hulk franchise is the most recognized brand in the Marvel Universe and the anticipation surrounding the release of INCREDIBLE HULK movie, video game and Hasbro’s toy lineup are a winning combination."
Based on the blockbuster Marvel® franchise and comic book saga, THE INCREDIBLE HULK video game is an intensely realistic third-person action title that will be available on all major video game platforms in June 2008. With the upcoming release of THE INCREDIBLE HULK video game, the new toy line from HASBRO is a must-have product for any HULK fan.
“Hasbro is thrilled to be working with SEGA to bring HULK fans four very special action figures based on several Marvel characters appearing in the video game,” said Eric Nyman, Vice President of Boys Marketing at Hasbro, Inc. “The action figures and video game are two great ways for kids and fans to experience THE INCREDIBLE HULK and expand their HULK collections.”
In the fast-paced, action-packed video game, players take the role of Bruce Banner who scours the planet trying to find the antidote to cure him of his involuntary rage brought on by exposure to deadly gamma rays. As one of Marvel®’s most powerful Super Heroes, players can demolish anything in their path, including lamp posts, passing cars and even buildings. The fury-fueled game also features key moments from the film, as well as additional plotlines and characters from THE INCREDIBLE HULK universe. Players crash through New York City, battling gigantic enemies amidst soaring skyscrapers in a massive open world where anything and everything can be used as a weapon.
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