Oh man summer is here and now all I can think about is December because the STAR WARS: Rougue One sizzle reel/Poster just released and wow do they look awesome!
Rogue One is set to be something really unique just because it’s the first film that takes place outside of the main “Episodes” and by what we’ve seen so far this could be the best STAR WARS film yet! you can check out the sizzle reel below and the new Poster up above. MAY THE FORCE BE WITH US!!!!
From Marvel:
STAR WARS: HAN SOLO #1 Punches it Into Hyperspace This June!
New York, NY – March 7th, 2016 – Everyone’s favorite scoundrel – now starring in his very own series! Today, Marvel is pleased to announce STAR WARS: HAN SOLO #1 – the newest Star Wars™ limited series coming to a galaxy far, far away and your local comic shops this June! A-list creators Marjorie Liu and Mark Brooks hop in the cockpit of the Millennium Falcon to bring you a swashbuckling tale of high adventure in deep space!
Han Solo has finally entered his ship into the Dragon Void Run – an infamous high-stakes race across the stars. You know, the race Han has dreamt of winning. Only there’s a catch – his entry into this legendary race is a top-secret undercover mission for Princess Leia and the Rebellion! Will he keep his mind on the mission? More importantly – can he manage to pull it off while still maintaining his lead in the race?!
The race is on as Han, Chewie and the Falcon blast off this June for the highly anticipated STAR WARS: HAN SOLO #1 – coming to comic shops and digital devices!
STAR WARS: HAN SOLO #1 (of 5)
Written by MARJORIE LIU
Art by MARK BROOKS
Cover by LEE BERMEJO
On Sale in June!
Finally started up our own podcast!
If you are looking for a podcast with cheesy music intros and fake advertisements and are tired of listening to professional sounding people who actually know what they’re talking about then I have a podcast for you!!
Come join Caliph Ford, Ramon Rodriguez and myself as we discuss all types of nerd things like Star Wars, the DC Universe and much more.
Just yesterday I remember thinking how cool it was that we had finally reached 2015. After a year of seeing how we didn’t have real hover boards or pretty much anything back to the future 2 promised I was almost happy to see 2015 hit my rearview. The year wasn’t all bad (We did get an amazing new STAR WARS movie!!) but overall I’m looking forward to 2016 a lot more.
I’ve pretty much been in hibernation mode since mid December due to my kids and wife being home for break and getting smacked with a cold that I’m still not quite over yet. Also me spending my free time watching and re-watching THE FORCE AWAKENS took some time.
Nonethless, I hope you all had a great start to 2016 and I look forward to spending some fun times in 2016 with all of you.
I recently had the opportunity to check out a fantastic service for young readers called PUT ME IN THE STORY. The concept is that parents can visit http://www.PutMeInTheStory.com and after navigating a very easy to use system, they can create a personalized story books for their children starring some of the coolest licensed characters that kids know and love.
To my 3 yr old son’s (and my own) happiness, the great folks over at PUT ME IN THE STORY allowed me to make him two of their STAR WARS books which have gone on to become a part of his daily life. The two stories, STAR WARS: THE FORCE INSIDE and STAR WARS REBELS: BATTLE PLANS FROM DARTH VADER are awesome books for young fans of the series and both are fun way for them to learn more about their favorite heroes and villains while also seeing how and where they would fit into the STAR WARS universe.
Though my 3yr old is still currently in the process of learning exactly how to read, it in no way stops his passion for enjoying story time and having fun with some of his favorite books. Thankfully having the added option of him being able to see himself and his name included on the same pages as many of his favorite STAR WARS characters made him absolutely crazy for both books and he is constantly asking me to re-read them both to him and help him take the quizzes that determine if he leans more the the lighted or the dark. Currently he is way to happy about being a Sith….His mother and I are working on that one.
I can’t say enough good things about the PUT ME IN THE STORY books as they are a fun personalized way to share the joy of reading with your children at any age. In a time when toy prices have skyrocketed and every video game comes with costly DLC add ons that can run a parent into spending hundreds of dollars it’s nice to see a truly unique gift be available for a decent price. Each book will run you $29.99 – $39.99 but that does include all of the customization. On top of that PUT ME IN THE STORY also provided me with a special promo code to share that can be used right now that will give you half off any of the personalized STAR WARS books.
If you have kids who are STAR WARS fans, this is a no brainer and an absolutely wonderful way to give your kids a special gift that goes way beyond the usually toys or games.
Promotion Info:
December 4-6
Use code FORCE to get 50% off personalized Star Wars books from Put Me In The Story
For personalized Star Wars books only, excludes plush toys
I was also at the STAR WARS REBELS press conference yesterday where Dave Filoni (creator), Taylor Gray (Ezra), Ashley Eckstein (Ahsoka) and newcomer to the franchise Sarah Michelle Gellar (The Seventh Sister) were on hand to answer questions about the new season and where it is all going from here. Gellar expressed her joy at having a part in the larger Star Wars universe and is happy she’s not the only member in her household now (husband Freddy Prinze Jr. voices Kanan). The team also shared how they don’t attempt to force the topic of strong female characters as much as the create it to happen more organically. Dave Fioni said you can expect a lot from the ladies of REBELS this season but because in his eyes “thats just the way it is, it’s equal” They want both strong male and female characters to tell the overall story of REBELS.
We also learned a few other tidbits from the Q & A including:
Overall the cast and crew of STAR WARS REBELS gives off the vibe that they are completely invested in the future of the series and the star wars franchise as a whole. It is cleary visible in the shows storytelling and hopefully will be echoed through the films in years to come.
Season 2 of STAR WARS REBELS kicks off October 14th on Disney XD
“It’s time! It’s time! NYCC is upon us!”
As those words ring through my brain, I sit here thinking about how fun and hectic the next several days will be as New York Comic Con descends upon the city that never sleeps. Being an east coast guy and never having made the pilgrimage to San Diego, this is what I consider “Comic-Con”.
Over the years, the show at the Javitts center has grown to an almost nauseating size as enormous crowds will flock into the city and do everything they can to keep me from getting my hands on the exclusives I need in my life. It’s always tough and there are always items I miss out on but with proper planning we should all be able to get our hands on some cool exclusives.
With that said, I always want to try and do my part by helping point out some of what I consider the best NYCC exclusives and hopefully show you exactly how and where to pick these beauties up. This year seems to be lacking a little as a few companies who normally have NYCC exclusives are nowhere to be seen but there are still some cool items nonetheless. Let’s take a look at some of the best of what this year has to offer:
The Flash TV Barry Allen Statue Paperweight
Booth(s): 437
Category: Collectible
Central City’s Scarlet Speedster dashes from his beloved metropolis to your desk in this incredible new paperweight! Highly detailed and expertly painted, this special unmasked version of the Flash features an amazing likeness of series star Grant Gustin! Made of high quality polystone resin and standing an impressive 7″ tall in his running pose, this paperweight is going to go fast, so order today!
Limited Edition Mighty Morphin POWER RANGERS Movie Dino Charger Power Pack
Booth(s): 1628
Category: Toy
Charge It Up! Unleash the power of the legendary Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Zords with this limited edition set of Dino Chargers. Together in this set are all six Mighty Morphin Power Ranger Zords from the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers movie released in 1993, unavailable outside of this collection! All six Dino Chargers activate features when inserted into the Dino Charge Morpher (sold separately), including an exclusive sound! Only 500 produced.
$30
Limited Edition Mighty Morphin POWER RANGERS Movie Dino Charger Power Pack
Booth(s): 1628
Category: Toy
Charge It Up! Unleash the power of the legendary Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Zords with this limited edition set of Dino Chargers. Together in this set are all six Mighty Morphin Power Ranger Zords from the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers movie released in 1993, unavailable outside of this collection! All six Dino Chargers activate features when inserted into the Dino Charge Morpher (sold separately), including an exclusive sound! Only 500 produced.
$30
Amazing Spider-Man # 1 ComicXposure New York Comic Con Exclusive
Booth(s): 562
Category: Comic
Amazing Spider-Man # 1 ComicXposure New York Comic Con Exclusive
Cover By Siya Oum
Spider-Man has gone global! Parker Industries is more successful than ever, with offices in New York, Shanghai, London and San Francisco and Peter Parker is racking up the frequent flyer miles with his ‘bodyguard’ Spider-Man in tow, of course. But success breeds enemies and a reinvigorated Zodiac have also widened their scope to threaten the whole world.
Dan Slott and Giuseppe Camuncoli
Amazing Spider-Man Renew Your Vows #3 #4 & #5 ComicXposure Exclusive
Booth(s): 562
Category: Comic
The Hottest Variants this year makes its way to New York Comic Con
Issue #3 Mike Deodato Available in Color & B&W, Negative and Blood Red
Issue #4 Siya Oum Available in Color & B&W
Issue #5 Mike Deodato Available in Color
Secret Wars #6 ComicXposure Exclusive
Booth(s): 562
Category: Comic
Cover By Gabrielle Dell Otto
WHEN THE MARVEL UNIVERSE IS GONE, ALL THAT REMAINS IS BATTLEWORLD!
POP! Supernatural Sam Dean & Crowley Blood Splatter 3-Pack
Booth(s): 2654
Category: Toy
Join the hunt at booth #2654. This exclusive box set of Sam, Dean & Crowley will only be available at NYCC. Individually numbered & limited to 275 pieces. Includes a free Supernatural collectible tote bag!
Price: $50
POP! Supernatural Sam Dean & Crowley Metallic Blood Splatter 3-Pack
Booth(s): 2654
Category: Toy
Join the hunt at booth #2654. This exclusive box set of Sam, Dean & Crowley will only be available at NYCC. Individually numbered & limited to 175 pieces. Includes a free Supernatural collectible tote bag!
Price: $90
Game of Thrones Joffrey Baratheon 5″ Crown
Booth(s): 1636
Category: Collectible
NYCC Exclusive Replica
$60.00
Limited Edition of 400
2 per person per day
HALO UNSC Pelican Dropship Replica
Booth(s): 1636
Category: Collectible
NYCC Exclusive Silver Edition
$50.00
Limited Edition of 300
1 per person per day
The Goonies 30th Anniversary
Booth(s): 1636
Category: Collectible
NYCC Exclusive Print
Art by Art Baltazar
$25.00
Limited Edition of 1,200
5 per person per day
Amazing Spider-man #1 Venom Carnage Bianchi Variant Dimension X Exclusive
Dimension X Comics, Toys, and Collectibles
Booth(s): 1774
Category: Comic
This Amazing Spider-man #1 exclusive variant showcases the symbiotes Venom and Carnage having their way with good ol’ web head by Simone Bianchi. While supply lasts.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #50 Casey Jones Simon Bisley NYCC Exclusive Variant Color Version
Dimension X Comics, Toys, and Collectibles
Booth(s): 1774
Category: Comic
This is an exclusive variant cover showcasing Casey Jones by legendary artist Simon Bisley and colored by Eric Talbot. This cover is an homage to Bisley’s Lobo #1 cover. This colored version is strictly limited to 700 copies.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #50 Casey Jones Simon Bisley NYCC Exclusive Variant Sketch Version
Dimension X Comics, Toys, and Collectibles
Booth(s): 1774
Category: Comic
This is an exclusive variant cover showcasing Casey Jones by legendary artist Simon Bisley. This cover is an homage to Bisley’s Lobo #1 cover. This black and white sketch version is strictly limited to 500 copies.
FUNKO EXCLUSIVES
This is a pretty big one. Funky items are always sought after at NYCC and if you’re looking for some of the most exclusive from the FUNKO booth itself, there are a few changes this year. basically, here is how it will go:
How do I get in line?
You will need a ticket to get in line for the Funko booth!
Tickets for the Funko booth will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis in Hall 1C at 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM each day. Once you have a ticket, you are eligible to get in line to shop at the Funko booth, which you can find at Booth #722.
In other words, you can’t get in line for the Funko booth without a ticket! This includes NYCC VIP badge-holders!
The queue for our ticket line is up to the discretion of NYCC. It is our understanding that the hall needs to be emptied before we can allow a line to form. However, whether or not lines form before 11 AM is beyond our control and will be determined by NYCC.
Tickets are valid for that day and time only. We will not honor late ticket-holders or tickets from previous days.
How is the booth going to run this year?
We understand it is frustrating to wait in a long line!
In an effort to streamline the process and keep the line moving quickly, we are utilizing an order sheet system. Everyone who receives a ticket for the booth will also receive an order sheet. You will mark each item you want on this sheet. When you reach check-out, a Funko booth worker will take your order sheet and retrieve all the items you have marked that are still available.
Is there a limit?
There will be a strict limit of one of each item per customer.
What if I have other people in my group (children, friends, etc.)?
Each member of your group must have their own ticket, completed order form, and be present at check-out. One person may pay for all the orders, but everyone must be present.
Will vendors be limited?
Yes. Attendees with “Exhibitor” badges will not be able to receive a ticket at 11:00 AM. If you have an “Exhibitor” badge, you may go to Hall 1C at 2:30 PM to try for a ticket.
If I fill out an order sheet, am I guaranteed to get everything I want?
Filling out an order sheet does not guarantee your order. Items may sell out before you reach the front of the line. Your order will be fulfilled based on availability at the time you reach check out.
Will other retailers be sharing any of these items?
Certain pieces will be available at other retailers in limited quantities.
These retailers will make their own announcements regarding what pieces they will have in stock.
How much are the exclusives?
Pop!: $15 (2-pack $25)
6” Pop!: $20
Pop! Rides: $40
Hikari: $80
Pop! Tees: $25
ReAction: $15
Vinyl Idolz: $25
Dorbz XL: $25
Dorbz: $10 (4-pack $35)
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The Funko booth will take cash, credit, or debit! Tax is already included.
Now that you know how to get them, here is what will be available:
Game Of Thrones Throne, 6″
Pop! TV: Futurama – Alternate Universe Fry & Leela 2 Pack
Pop! TV: Bravest Warrior – Catbug Orange Glow
Pop! TV: Battlestar Classic – Commander Cylon
Pop! TV: Doctor Who – Tenth Doctor in Spacesuit
Pop! Hanna Barbera: Series 2 – Ricochet Rabbit Yellow
ReAction: Universal Monsters – Black & White The Wolf Man
Vinyl Idolz: The Walking Dead – Bloody Daryl
Dorbz XL: Batman Arkham Asylum – Detective Mode
Hikari: Star Wars – Platinum Greedo
Pop! Disney: Jack with Vampire Teddy
Pop! Books: Patina Cthulhu
Pop! Rides: Deadpool’s Red Chimichanga Truck
Pop! Games: God of War – Poseidon’s Rage Kratos
Pop! Movies: Despicable Me 2 – Glow Hula Minion
ReAction: Universal Monsters – Black & White Frankenstein
Marvel Dorbz: Stealth Armor Iron Man
Hikari: Star Wars – Clear Glitter Boba Fett
Pop! TV: Sesame Street – Flocked Cookie Monster
Pop! Hanna Barbera: Series 2 – Ricochet Rabbit Pink
Pop! Games: Fallout – Power Armor (Unmasked)
Pop! Disney – Cars: Mint Condition Mater
ReAction: Universal Monsters – Black & White Creature from the Black Lagoon
Marvel Dorbz: Thunderbolt Punisher
Vinyl Idolz: Shaun of the Dead – Bloody Alive Ed
Vinyl Idolz Shaun of the Dead – Bloody Shaun
Hikari: Star Wars – Starfield Bossk
Pop!: Stan Lee – Superhero
Pop! Star Wars: Chrome TIE Fighter Pilot
Pop! Movies: Penguins of Madagascar – Rico w Mallet
ReAction: Terminator 2 – T1000 Frozen Patrolman
Dorbz: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – Black & White 4-Pack
Hikari: My Little Pony – Glitter Color Storm Rainbow Dash
Pop! Tees: Star Wars Episode VII – Captain Phasma
Pop! Tees: Stan Lee – Stan on Empire State Building
Pop! Tees: Freddy Funko – Freddyzilla NY
BATGIRL #44 Variant
Booth(s): 1744
Category: Comic
BATGIRL #44 NYCC Variant-Covered Comic featuring the art of Cameron Stewart. Supplies are limited. $10.00 each.
BATMAN & ROBIN ETERNAL #1 Variant
Booth(s): 1744
Category: Comic
BATMAN & ROBIN ETERNAL #1 NYCC Variant-Covered Comic featuring the art of Tony Daniels. Supplies are limited. $10.00 each.
BvS LOGO T-Shirt
Booth(s): 1744
Category: Apparel
BATMAN v SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE LOGO T-shirt. Warner Bros. and DC Entertainment gave us special permission to show and sell advance copies of shirts based on the forthcoming movie, at NYCC. Available only at NYCC, these shirts will not be made available to the general public until after Jan. 1, 2016. Screenprinted in color on a Black 100% cotton shirt. Small – XLarge $18.95 • XXLarge $21.95 • XXXL $24.95. Supplies are limited.
BvS: BATMAN SYMBOL T-Shirt
Booth(s): 1744
Category: Apparel
BATMAN v SUPERMAN: BATMAN SYMBOL T-shirt. Warner Bros. and DC Entertainment gave us special permission to show and sell advance copies of shirts based on the forthcoming movie, at NYCC. Available only at NYCC, these shirts will not be made available to the general public until after Jan. 1, 2016. Screenprinted in color on a Smoke Grey 100% cotton shirt. Small – XLarge $18.95 • XXLarge $21.95 • XXXL $24.95. Supplies are limited.
BvS: SUPERMAN SYMBOL T-Shirt
Booth(s): 1744
Category: Apparel
BATMAN v SUPERMAN: SUPERMAN SYMBOL T-shirt. Warner Bros. and DC Entertainment gave us special permission to show and sell advance copies of shirts based on the forthcoming movie, at NYCC. Available only at NYCC, these shirts will not be made available to the general public until after Jan. 1, 2016. Screenprinted in color on a Navy Blue 100% cotton shirt. Small – XLarge $18.95 • XXLarge $21.95 • XXXL $24.95. Supplies are limited.
BvS: WONDER WOMAN SYMBOL T-Shirt
Booth(s): 1744
Category: Apparel
BATMAN v SUPERMAN: WONDER WOMAN SYMBOL T-shirt. Warner Bros. and DC Entertainment gave us special permission to show and sell advance copies of shirts based on the forthcoming movie, at NYCC. Available only at NYCC, these shirts will not be made available to the general public until after Jan. 1, 2016. Screenprinted in color on a Cardinal 100% cotton shirt. Small – XLarge $18.95 • XXLarge $21.95 • XXXL $24.95. Supplies are limited.
DETECTIVE COMICS #45 Variant
Booth(s): 1744
Category: Comic
DETECTIVE COMICS #45 NYCC Variant-Covered Comic featuring the art of Andrew Robinson. Supplies are limited. $10.00 each.
HARLEY QUINN ROAD TRIP SPECIAL #1 Variant
Booth(s): 1744
Category: Comic
HARLEY QUINN ROAD TRIP SPECIAL #1 NYCC Variant-Covered Comic featuring the art of Amanda Conner. Supplies are limited. $12.00 each.
JUSTICE LEAGUE #44 Variant
Booth(s): 1744
Category: Comic
JUSTICE LEAGUE #44 NYCC Variant-Covered Comic featuring the art of Jason Fabok. Supplies are limited. $10.00 each.
SUPERMAN #44 Variant
Booth(s): 1744
Category: Comic
SUPERMAN #44 NYCC Variant-Covered Comic featuring the art of John Romita, Jr. and Klaus Jasson. Supplies are limited. $10.00 each.
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #50
Booth(s): 1844
Category: Comic
Kevin Eastman (Convention Exclusive Cover)
Tom Waltz, Kevin Eastman (writers) • Mateus Santolouco (artist)
The epic conclusion to over four-years worth of storylines! The Turtles stand against Shredder for one final battle that will determine the fate of NYC, and the world, for years to come!
$10, Limited to 500 copies, 3 per person
NYCC Exclusive “Creepy” Loot Crate
Booth(s): 466
Category: Collectible
Head over to Booth 466 for some bone-chilling collectibles from Loot Crate that’ll make your skin crawl! Their 100% EXCLUSIVE NYCC CREEPY CRATE features $85+ worth of items from Resident Evil, Crimson Peak and more including an EXCLUSIVE Funko Pop! Become the “master of unboxing” for just $55 !
Mortal Kombat X : Scorpion Exclusive Black & Gold variant
Booth(s): 1754
Category: Toy
Mezco’s 6inch scale Scorpion features 23 points of articulationHe comes complete with his spear tipped wrist chains, as well as 2 game accurate swords. He also has an additional pair of fighting hands for even more game accurate poses. This exclusive variant features a unique Black & Gold game accurate color scheme and comes in a collector friendly blister card perfect for display.
One:12 Collective- Judge Dredd Black & White Variant
Booth(s): 1754
Category: Toy
Ripped from Rebellion’s award winning comic is Mega-City One’s most notorious Street Judge, Judge Dredd. The Judge Dredd figure has a comic accurate, digitally sculpted likeness, a specially silkscreened spandex uniform with a real working zipper to create a realism at this scale not seen before and numerous accessories as well as interchangeable parts.
This exclusive variant pays tribute to Dredd’s comic origins with a stark black and white color scheme.
Saul Goodman Figure
Booth(s): 1754
Category: Toy
This Saul figure comes in a deluxe slipcased window box designed to replicate his constitution themed office so often seen on the show. With its unique mural and Corinthian columns, Saul’s office is one of the most recognizable and well-known settings in Breaking Bad.
This Limited Edition Variant Saul Goodman comes complete with a full size business card and a bag of cash (surely acquired through entirely legal channels).
Midtown exclusive Batman V Superman caps from New Era
Booth(s): 2036
Category: Apparel
Midtown exclusive Batman V Superman caps from New Era!
From New Era comes three officially licensed Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice 9FIFTY© Snapbacks, featuring character logos and colors inspired directly from the movie based on the iconic characters from DC Comics! These custom “New York 2015” caps are only available at the Midtown Comics booth during New York Comic Con in limited quantities!
Doctor Who ornament exclusive
Booth(s): 2945
Category: Collectible
exclusive Doctor Who Weeping Angel NY Statue of Liberty ornament. Limited edition exclusive.
Doctor Who ornament exclusive
Booth(s): 2945
Category: Collectible
exclusive Adipose ornament. limited edition exclusive
Gold Variant Stan Lee Pop
Booth(s): 2708
Category: Toy
Gold Variant Stan Lee Pop
Ghostbusters TITANS: 3″ Translucent Slimer
Booth(s): 2142
Category: Toy
Everyone’s favourite greedy, green ghost – in translucent vinyl!
TMNT Sumi style tribute
Booth(s): AA14
Category: Collectible
Regarded as one of the best renditions of the mighty brothers, this sumi E style tribute brings back the original designs of the Teenage Mutant Ninjas turtles in a stunning layout of form and movement. Created by Victor L. Castro, Mark McKenna and Michael Oppenheimer of Virtual Inks Inc.
I AM ELEMENTAL NYCC EXCLUSIVE
I AmElemental continues bringing their female-empowering action figures to the collecting community. This week, the company revealed the NYCC-exclusive Gold Honesty figure. There are exactly 1000 of these toys. They can be pre-ordered now and picked up at the show or purchased at the show while supplies last.
Sarah Michelle Gellar who is still beloved by fans everywhere for her classic role as Buffy the Vampire Slayer will be joining her real life husband Freddie Prinze Jr. on the new season of STAR WARS REBELS. Revealed today to BuzzFeed, Gellar appeared in a promotional video showing off her new character “The Seventh Sister” who will be a Inquisitor sent to track down the rebels and specifically Ahsoka Tano. Her character looks to be wielding a spinning duel balled lightsaber, very similar to the Inquisitor from Season 1 of REBELS but no details have been given about the possible connection.
If you’re a fan of STAR WARS and haven’t given REBELS a chance yet, I highly recommend it. The first season of the show blew past my initial expectations and really is what made me feel that Disney owning STAR WARS is what’s best for the future of the franchise. With this new season looking to focus on the growth of the rebellion, the relationship between Ahsoka and Vader and connections to the past and future of STAR WARS, I couldn’t be more excited to check it out.
You can check out Gellar’s new chapter below and when STAR WARS REBELS Season 2 hits Disney XD on October 14th.
Bluefun/Tamashi Nations has been wowing us for years now with their stylized figures and anime style versions of some of fandom’s biggest franchises. Most recently, they masterfully blended the art of the samurai with STAR WARS when they gave us Samurai Darth Vader and Samurai Stormtroopers. Thankfully that collaboration was just the begging as Bluefun has announced they will be bringing new characters into their world of Samurai themed STAR WARS figures. Next up we will see Ronin Boba Fett, Daisho Darth Vader and Akazonae Royal Guard joining the ranks of the Samurai line.
You can check out the official press release below as well as pics of all of the awesome new figures that will be hitting shelves later this year and early 2016.
BLUEFIN ANNOUNCES EXCITING NEW ADDITIONS TO MEISHO MOVIE REALIZATION STAR WARS LINE OF FIGURES FROM TAMASHII NATIONS
Highly Detailed Figures Incorporate Japanese Samurai Aesthetic; Pre-Orders Open For “Ronin” Boba Fett, “Daisho” Darth Vader, “Teppou Ashigaru” Sandtrooper and “Akazonae” Imperial Guard; “Taisho” Darth Vader And “Ashigaru” Stormtrooper Figures
Available Now!!
Irvine, CA, September 21, 2015 – Bluefin, the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles, and hobby merchandise from Japan, Hong Kong and more, offers Star Wars fans and ardent collectors something unique as it highlights a variety of super-detailed figures from the Meisho Movie Realization Star Wars line by Tamashii Nations.
The Meisho Movie Realization Star Wars line pays homage to the Samurai aesthetic and artfully reimagines several Empire characters from the legendary films with feudal-style Japanese armor and weaponry. Each figure is exquisitely crafted by some of Japan’s top sculpting talent and constructed with hybrid materials featuring up to 15 points of articulation to create endless posing possibilities.
The newest addition to the Meisho Movie Realization Star Wars product line is the “Ronin” Boba Fett, which debuts in December and depicts the intergalactic bounty hunter as a “lordless” Samurai warrior via the sculpting talent of artists Takeyuki Takeya and Junichi Taniguchi. The “Daisho” Darth Vader depicts the Dark Sith Lord as a Samurai General clad in sinister black “Death Star” armor and will debut in January 2016. It will be followed in May 2016 by the imposing Akazonae Royal Guard, outfitted with a Japanese-style katana and pike and resplendent in beautiful crimson-robed armor. Pre-orders for these figures are available now.
Fans that want to dive into the Meisho Movie Realization Star Wars line immediately can select from a trio of figures – available now – that includes the “Ashigaru” Stormtrooper, and the Samurai General “Taisho” Darth Vader. Each is clad in a unique set of armor and comes with an array of weapons and other accessories.
Meisho Movie Realization “Ronin” Boba Fett
Height: Approx. 6 3/4 inches; MSRP: $89.99
Available December!
Everyone’s favorite bounty hunter goes medieval! Boba Fett joins the Meisho Movie realization series in a spectacular feudal Japan aesthetic, appropriately portrayed as a lord-less “Ronin” Samurai via the sculpting talent of artists Takeyuki Takeya and Junichi Taniguchi. In addition to his EE-3 rifle portrayed as an flint-lock style blaster, this deluxe figure set features an extensive array of accessories that includes a characteristic backpack missile that can be removed/attached, and a moveable helmet mounted scope. In addition to a short ninja-style katana and sheath, numerous ninja-style blade accessories that are also included can be subtly attached to shin and forearm area mounting points.
Meisho Movie Realization Samurai General “Daisho” Darth Vader
Height: Approx. 7 inches; MSRP: $89.99
Available: January 2016
The greatly popular Samurai General Darth Vader makes a comeback in an all new Death Star motif. Another stunningly unique artistic interpretation master crafted by acclaimed artist Takeya Takayuki, Darth Vader – Death Star Armor – has a revamped armor design. Most notable is the fearsome Death Star-style crest on the helmet and highly detailed chest plate pattern. Set includes interchangeable hands, gun (large, small), and katana sword (light saber and regular).
Meisho Movie Realization “Teppou Ashigaru” Sandtrooper
Height: Approx. 6 3/4 inches; MSRP: $89.99
Available: March 2016
The third figure to join this unique series is the artillery packed Teppo Ashigaru Sandtrooper! The Sandtrooper version comes with two gun powder type rifles and a Japanese katana sword ready for battle. A special backpack is designed with meticulous detail and finished with a rusty patina look. Flexible material makes posing the Sandtrooper holding a firearm a breeze. The set includes three sets of interchangeable hands, blaster rifles (small and large), a Japanese katana set, and backpack.
Meisho Movie Realization “Akazonae” Royal Guard
Height: Approx. 6 3/4 inches; MSRP: $89.99
Available: May 2016
The imposing crimson-robed Akazonae Royal Guards are next to join the Samurai General’s side in this high-quality Japanese feudal take on the Star Wars legacy. The Akazonae Royal Guard comes wielding not only the iconic force pike-esque staff, but a traditional Japanese-style katana as well. The front robe pieces are removable, giving the option of displaying the Guard in a samurai armor fashion. For further nuanced posing, the Akazonae Royal Guard set also includes interchangeable hands. The unique use of “wa,” Japanese style also makes for a one of a kind sculpt design that fans cannot find anywhere else.
The following Meisho Movie Realization Star Wars products are available now through various retailers:
Meisho Movie Realization Samurai General “Taisho” Darth Vader
Height: Approx. 7 inches; MSRP: $92.99
Available Now!
An exquisitely rendered figure of Darth Vader portrayed as a Japan feudal era Samurai General. A unique artistic interpretation master crafted by acclaimed artist Takeya Takayuki, this original stylized figure pays homage to the Japan aesthetic and film influences on Star Wars. Tamashii Nations’ Movie Realization brand takes the theme of movies and infuses that concept into high quality figures. And the secret ingredient? All figures have an added pinch of “wa” (Japanese style) that makes for a one and only, unique design – from the tip of his sharp lightsaber-turned-katana to the meticulously sculpted Samurai-esque armor. Look closely at Vader’s helmet and one will notice the Imperial insignia arranged in elaborate “wa” style. Set includes two interchangeable lightsaber parts and 3 sets of interchangeable hands perfect for posing the Samurai-styled Sith Lord as he manipulates the Force.
Meisho Movie Realization “Ashigaru” Stormtrooper
Height: Approx. 6 3/4 inches; MSRP: $81.99
Available Now!
In this interpretation, Samurai Vader’s foot soldiers of the Empire come clad in far-gone Japanese feudal era attire and armament. The exquisite figure has been master crafted by Japan’s top sculpting talent and features hybrid materials used for dynamic posing possibilities Set includes katana and blaster rifle accessories, as well as three sets of interchangeable hand parts.
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