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Fresh from Marvel's latest paranoia-fueled comic event comes the greenest, used-to-be-deadest San Diego Comic Con exclusive of the year – the Marvel Select Skrull Elektra! Featuring Elektra as a Skrull as well as an additional Skrull soldier, this limited two-pack brings the stars of Secret Invasion to your collection as never before!
She may be an alien shapeshifter, but this femme fatale captured the hearts and minds of comic fans worldwide with her status-quo-shattering appearance in New Avengers #31. The seven-inch Skrull Elektra features multiple points of articulation and comes complete with interchangeable arms and legs, a host of martial arts weapons and a Skrull soldier ready to do her bidding!
Available only through Diamond Select Toys and Diamond Previews during this year’s San Diego Comic Con, the Marvel Select Skrull Elektra will retail for $20 – joining several other exclusives only available at the annual extravaganza. Announced so far are the Transformers G1 Animated Optimus Prime Bust, Marvel Minimates Invaders Box Set, Transformers Skywarp Bust (Action Figure Xpress) and Marvel Minimates Iron Man Through the Ages Box Set (Action Figure Xpress). Look for more updates and a few more San Diego Comic Con surprises in the coming weeks!
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Marvel Select Skrull Exclusive!
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
New Exclusive Invades SDCC!
2008 marks the return of one of the most important super-teams in the history of the Marvel Universe, and now Diamond Select Toys is bring the Invaders to San Diego Comic Con as never before! Exclusively available at the biggest convention of the year, DST is proud to announce the all-new Invaders Minimates Box Set!
Featuring the four most famous members of the all-star Invaders team, this set includes Steve Rogers as Captain America, James Buchanan Barnes as Bucky, Prince Namor as the Sub-Mariner and Jim Hammond as the original Human Torch! These legendary heroes were instrumental in the defeat of the Axis powers in WWII and will appear throughout 2008 in the aptly-titled Avengers/Invaders limited series.
Also included with this set are additional costume and accessory pieces allowing you to display your Minimates in multiple configurations! Available at this year’s San Diego Comic Con July 23-27, make sure you pick up this bit of Marvel history before they vanish forever!
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Monday, May 19, 2008
Dream Soldier Wingman “Wingman Guarder” – 6” PVC Figure
Organic Hobby, Inc in conjunction with CM’s Corporation proudly introduces its new products for the U.S. market, “Wingman Guarder.”
"Wingman Guarder" is originated from a science fiction manga series known as "Wingman (also known as Dream Soldier Wingman)," created by Masakazu Katsura. It was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from 1983 to 1985 and it was made into an anime in 1984. The figure is a 6" tall fully painted and comes equipped with a display base.
"Wingman Guarder" will be available in August with a SRP of $64.00.
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Shocker Toys has announced their exclusive for the 2008 San Diego Comic Con.
2008 SAN DIEGO COMIC CON EXCLUSIVE REVEALED!
Shocker unleashes the most Brutal exclusive figures this summer:
Metalocalypse
Available only at Comic Con this Summer as a set, this all-new line features fully painted action figures of Dethklok, the undisputed greatest animated metal band in the galaxy featured on Adult Swim?s hit series, Metalocalypse. The 5.5? collectible action figure line will consist of band members Nathan Explosion, Skwisgaar Skwigelf, Toki Wartooth, Pickles and William Murderface and a secret pack in!
More details, pricing and paint ready photos coming soon! Make sure you don?t miss out on the limited pre-order which has started already at Shocker Toys Direct ( www.shockertoys.com/store.php ).
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Marvel Launches Two New Series & Returns With New Printings!
Last week, Marvel launched two critically-acclaimed series features the characters you demanded to return and they both sold out at Diamond immediately! Marvel is pleased to announce that to meet the overwhelming demand, fans will now be able to experience these hot new launches in Captain Britain & The MI-13 #1 Second Printing Variant and Guardians Of The Galaxy #1 Second Printing Variant.
Captain Britain & The MI-13 #1 Second Printing Variant, from acclaimed Doctor Who scribe Paul Cornell and fan-favorite artist Leonard Kirk, features Kirk’s stunning interior art on a new wraparound cover. Drawing rave reviews from all corners, this Secret Invasion tie-in—and first ongoing series launched from the event—pits Britain’s heroes against a threat so powerful that former Avengers and Invaders must join forces to combat it!
“Captain Britain and MI:13 is a splendid new series, and the second issue can't come soon enough,” said Timothy Callahan of ComicBookResources.Com.
Guardians of the Galaxy #1 Second Printing Variant unites the Annihilation: Conquest masterminds, writers Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning, with artist Paul Pelletier for a new ongoing series thrill-ride that has IGN.com raving: “With a rip-roaringly good cast, trippy visuals, and a great cliffhanger to cap it all off, this series has all but cemented its place in my pull list permanently.” This issue features Pelleter’s powerful interior art on a new wraparound cover.
With both series receiving rave reviews, Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on upcoming issues of Guardians of The Galaxy and Captain Britain & The MI-13. What’s next for each of these teams? The only way to find out is to start at the beginning with Captain Britain & The MI-13 #1 Second Printing Variant and Guardians Of The Galaxy #1 Second Printing Variant.
Please note that the initial printings of each issue may still be available at the retail level.
CAPTAIN BRITAIN AND MI: 13 #1 SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (APR088018)
Written by PAUL CORNELL
Penciled by LEONARD KIRK
Cover by LEONARD KIRK
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—5/29/08. On-Sale—6/18/08
GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY #1 SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (APR088021)
Written by DAN ABNETT & ANDY LANNING
Penciled by PAUL PELLETIER
Cover by PAUL PELLETIER
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—5/29/08. On-Sale—6/18/08
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Who Are The Eternals?
ETERNALS #1 (APR082266)
ETERNALS #1 ACUNA WHITE VARIANT (APR088020)
Written by CHARLES KNAUF & DANIEL KNAUF
Art & 50/50 Cover by DANIEL ACUÑA
50/50 Variant cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—5/22/08, On-Sale—6/11/08
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DC COMICS RUSHES BATMAN #676 BACK TO PRESS FOR NEW, SECOND PRINTING
FIRST CHAPTER OF “BATMAN: R.I.P.” SELLS OUT IN ONE DAY
The highly anticipated “Batman: R.I.P.” storyline is off to an explosive start, with BATMAN #676 selling out one day after arriving in stores on May 14. Now, DC Comics sends this issue, written by Grant Morrison with art by Tony Daniel and Sandu Florea, back to press for a new, second printing.
BATMAN #676 Second Printing (APR088185) features a recolored version of the issue’s variant cover by Daniel and Florea, and is scheduled to arrive in stores on June 11.
BATMAN #676 Second Printing (APR088185) has a Final Order Cutoff date of Thursday, May 22. Retailers may order this item by contacting their Diamond Customer Service Representative or DC Sales Representative, or by email at reorders@diamondcomics.com.
Upcoming chapters of “Batman: R.I.P.” are available for ordering as follows:
BATMAN #677 (MAR080144) is available for advance reorder and is scheduled to arrive in stores on May 28.
BATMAN #678 (APR080180) is solicited in the April Previews and is scheduled to arrive in stores on June 25.
BATMAN #679 (MAY080159) is solicited in the May Previews and is scheduled to arrive in stores on July 23.
BATMAN #680 (JUN080195) is solicited in the June Previews and is scheduled to arrive in stores on August 27.
DETECTIVE COMICS #846 (MAY080171) is solicited in the May Previews and is scheduled to arrive in stores on July 2.
DETECTIVE COMICS #847 (JUN080202) is solicited in the June Previews and is scheduled to arrive in stores on August 6.
NIGHTWING #147 (JUN080206) is solicited in the June Previews and is scheduled to arrive in stores on August 6.
ROBIN #175 (APR080189) is solicited in the April Previews and is scheduled to arrive in stores
on June 18.
ROBIN #176 (MAY080178) is solicited in the May Previews and is scheduled to arrive in stores on July 16.
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Marvel Comics On-Sale 5/21/08
Hey there True Believers, here’s your official list of comic books, collections and posters arriving in comic stores on May 21st, 2008. For more information on any of these titles, and on upcoming mighty Marvel releases, please visit http://www.marvel.com/catalog/?date=2008-05-21 or contact your local comic book retailer at 1-888-comicbook. Stay tuned each week for a brand new list of Marvel releases so that you’ll never miss your favorite heroes in action!
Comics On-Sale:
AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #560
AMERICAN DREAM #2
AVENGERS CLASSIC #12
AVENGERS: THE INITIATIVE #13
BLACK PANTHER #36
CAPTAIN AMERICA #38
CAPTAIN MARVEL/MS. MARVEL: SECRET INVASION INFILTRATION ONE-SHOT
FANTASTIC FOUR #557
GHOST RIDER #23
INCREDIBLE HERCULES #117 (SI)
IRON MAN: DIRECTOR OF S.H.I.E.L.D. #29
MARVEL ADVENTURES THE AVENGERS #24
MARVEL ADVENTURES TWO-IN-ONE #11
MARVEL ILLUSTRATED: THE ILIAD #6
MIGHTY AVENGERS #14 (SI)
ULTIMATE FANTASTIC FOUR #54
ULTIMATE X-MEN #94
WAR IS HELL: THE FIRST FLIGHT OF THE PHANTOM EAGLE #3
WOLVERINE: ORIGINS #25
X-FACTOR #31 (DWS)
X-MEN: DIVIDED WE STAND #2
Collections On-Sale:
HULK VISIONARIES: JOHN BYRNE VOL. 1 TPB
HULK: WWH - INCREDIBLE HERC TPB
MARVEL ADVENTURES FANTASTIC FOUR VOL. 8: MONSTERS, MOLES, COWBOYS & COUPONS DIGEST
MARVEL MASTERWORKS: THE MIGHTY THOR VOL. 7 HC
MARVEL MASTERWORKS: THE MIGHTY THOR VOL. 7 HC (VARIANT)
SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY VOL. 1 PREMIERE HC
Posters On-Sale:
Avengers/Invaders By Alex Ross Poster
*DWS= Divided We Stand tie-in
*SI = Secret Invasion tie-in
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Captain America: White #0 Arrives With Two Covers & A Lower Price!
It’s the project everyone’s buzzing about, from the Eisner Award-winning dream team of superstars Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale, and it begins with Captain America: White #0, now featuring a new wraparound variant cover and lower price! Beloved for their powerful work on Spider-Man: Blue, Hulk: Gray, Daredevil: Yellow, television’s Heroes and more, Loeb & Sale reunite for a special, all-new tale of Captain America and Bucky during World War II, kicking off this hotly anticipated series! Leading directly into this fall’s Captain America: White #1, this issue also contains loads of extras taking you behind the scenes—and hinting at the future—of the next “color” series from one of the industry’s most acclaimed duos!
So what’re you waiting for? Don’t miss your first look at one of this year’s most anticipated projects in a special edition so chock full of surprises that it could only come from the team of Loeb & Sale—it’s Captain America: White #0, now only $2.99!
CAPTAIN AMERICA: WHITE #0 (MAY082268)
CAPTAIN AMERICA: WHITE #0 WRAPAROUND VARIANT (APR088184)
Written by JEPH LOEB
Pencils & Covers by TIM SALE
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—6/19/08, On-Sale—7/9/08
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Friday, May 16, 2008
The Eternals Have Returned!
The Gods walk among us once more.
But do they bring us hope...
...or are they harbingers of our destruction?
The acclaimed writing duo of Charles & Daniel Knauf join forces with rising start artist Daniel Acuña for Eternals #1, the beginning of a war that will tear the Eternals apart!
ETERNALS #1 (APR082266)
ETERNALS #1 ACUNA WHITE VARIANT (APR088020)
Written by CHARLES KNAUF & DANIEL KNAUF
Art & 50/50 Cover by DANIEL ACUÑA
50/50 Variant cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—5/22/08, On-Sale—6/11/08
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Ms. Captain America Herself Sells Out!
Excitement is building around Shannon Carter’s new adventure as American Dream #1 (of 5) sells out at Diamond! In this new series, written by Tom DeFalco and art by Todd Nauck, we follow Shannon as she struggles to find a balance between her personal and superhero lives. As the super hero American Dream, she is faced with a fearsome foe that will do whatever it takes to make sure she is out of the picture.
“This book is a blast to read through,” said Augie De Blieck Jr of ComicBookResources.com. “This is the perfect title for [Nauck], which is why it's so easy to see him excel with it.”
Ray Tate of ComicsBulletin.com says that “American Dream presents the reader with a refreshing change.” “…once she's presented with a crime, she instantly becomes alive as a determined, strong, smart, athletic Avenger that energetically entertains the reader via Nauck's artistic sense of kickass. Some really nice color combos by Ro complete the aesthetic.”
Please note that copies may still be available at a retail level. Marvel at this time has no plans to go back to print with this issue.
With continuing buzz around Shannon Carter and American Dream #2 (of 5) on the horizon, Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on American Dream. How is Shannon going to be able to balance her love life and fight crime all at the same time and where did this new Crystal menace come from? Find out in American Dream #2 (of 5).
AMERICAN DREAM #2 (of 5) (MAR082163)
Written by TOM DEFALCO
Penciled by TODD NAUCK
Cover by RON FRENZ
Rated A …$2.99
On-Sale—5/21/08!
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The Future of the X-Men Is Revealed in MyCup o’ Joe Week 9
Just where are the X-Men going? What is their new mission? Marvel Comics Editor-In-Chief Joe Quesada reveals what’s next for the X-Men in this week’s MyCup o’ Joe! Plus, just who—or what—is Big Hero 6? Your questions are answered as Joe reveals more about Marvel Boy, addresses Invincible Iron Man and presents an exclusive look at a crucial Secret Invasion tie-in! Joe It’s all at http://www.myspace.com/comicbooks!
Next week, Joe will only be answering your questions so no matter if you’re a new fan, old fan, retailer, professional or Skrully invader, you can get answers straight from the man—nothing’s off limits!
Want to get in on the action? Head over to http://www.myspace.com/comicbooks and leave your questions for Joe Q!
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Lightning Strikes Twice With Thor: Ages Of Thunder New Printing!
Marvel is pleased to announce that the critically-acclaimed Thor: Ages Of Thunder has sold out at Diamond (though copies may be available at the retail level)! To meet the overwhelming demand for the story of Thor’s fall from grace, Marvel is going back to press with Thor: Ages Of Thunder Second Printing Variant, as Patrick Zircher’s stunning interior art graces the front cover. Written by Eisner-nominate, Eagle Award-winning scribe Matt Fraction and gorgeously rendered by Zircher, this is the Thor book that fans and critics agree is a must-read! IGN.Com declared the issue a must-read, exclaiming, “This is one fantastic comic and any self-respecting Thor fan should throw it in their weekly pile… Zircher's work is spectacular”
“All of us here on Team: THOR - AGES OF THUNDER are pleased as punch to discover that America enjoys the sight of Ice Giants getting brained with giant hammers as much as we do,” said Fraction. “We look forward to carrying that momentum forward through this upcoming time of transition, where we will continue to deliver the big hammer brainings America demands under the new guise of Team: THOR - REIGN OF BLOOD. Thank you.”
Marvel urges retailers to check their orders on Thor: Reign Of Blood, as the team of Fraction & Zircher continue to generate rave reviews from all corners and reveal an important part of Thor’s history!
THOR: AGES OF THUNDER SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (APR088071)
Written by MATT FRACTION
Art & Cover by PATRICK ZIRCHER
Rated T+ …$3.99
FOC—5/29/08, On-Sale—6/18/08
THOR: REIGN OF BLOOD (APR082308)
Written by MATT FRACTION
Art by PATRICK ZIRCHER
Cover by MARKO DJURDJEVIC
Rated T+ …$3.99
FOC—6/05/08, On-Sale—6/25/08
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Thursday, May 15, 2008
Hellboy 2 Limited Edition “Bronze” Roto Bust ?
Mezco continues to break new ground with the introduction of Roto Busts ?. Mezco Roto Busts ? update the standard concept of busts by adding articulation and utililizing the latest in cutting edge 21st century roto technology to make a highly detailed, poseable bust that is more affordable than other busts on the market. The new Roto Bust ? format debuts with Hellboy. Standing an imposing 9.75 inches tall this Hellboy bust will be the focal point of your collection. Featuring a new interactive element that allows you to pose him in more than 1600 possible positions!
This limited edition version has a faux bronze finish giving it the look of a classical sculpture plucked from deep in the archives of the BPRD. The special finish highlights the extreme details of the sculpture; the wrinkles by the eyes, the texture of the skin, the nooks and crevices of the “stone” base, and much more.
Limited edition of just 98 pieces worldwide.
Available exclusively through Mezco Direct.
http://www.mezcotoyz.com/store/detail.aspx?ID=606
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Larroca’s New INVINCIBLE IRON MAN Cover Is Revealed!
Marvel is proud to unveil the cover to Invincible Iron Man #1 Second Printing Variant by acclaimed interior artist Salvador Larroca. Written by the red-hot Matt Fraction (Immortal Iron Fist, upcoming Uncanny X-Men) and penciled by Larroca, this is the series that has everyone clamoring for more of the super hero everyone can’t stop talking about!
“There's a new IRON MAN book on the market and it's off to a really, really good start. Matt Fraction is still churning out hits like I always thought he would. Larocca's still a hell of an artist,” said Humphrey Lee of AintItCoolNews. “The same formula that made the movie a hit with the casual fans is here again to make this a sure hit with the die hards.”
Tony Stark must now contend with a younger, faster and deadlier version of himself in Ezekiel Stane…but what chance does he stand against this new foe? Find out in Invincible Iron Man!
INVINCIBLE IRON MAN #1 SECOND PRINTING LARROCA VARIANT (MAR088276)
INVINCIBLE IRON MAN #1 SECOND PRINTING MOVIE VARIANT (MAR088277)
Written by MATT FRACTION
Pencils & Variant Cover by SALVADOR LARROCA
Variant Cover by RYAN MEINERDING
Rated A …$2.99
FOC—05/22/08, On-Sale—06/11/08
INVINCIBLE IRON MAN #2 (APR082272)
Written by MATT FRACTION
Art & Cover by SALVADOR LARROCA
50/50 Variant Cover by BRANDON PETERSON
Rated A …$2.99
FOC—05/15/08, On-Sale—06/04/08
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David Finch Brings the X-Men’s Legacy To Life!
Admit it True Believer, you’ve been drooling over David Finch’s stunning covers to the sold-out X-Men: Legacy and now you can enjoy them, joined as one image, as an oversized poster! X-Men: Legacy By David Finch Poster arrives just in time to brighten up your rooms for summer, with a powerful vision of the X-Men’s greatest moments!
X-MEN: LEGACY BY DAVID FINCH POSTER (MAR082283)
55x20 Color Poster…$15.99
FOC—5/22/08, On-Sale—6/18/08
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Gabriele Dell’Otto Covers Ultimate Origins #1!
The must-read Ultimate Universe event of the summer is almost here and Marvel is proud to unveil Gabriele Dell’Otto’s cover to Ultimate Origins #1! As award-winning, red-hot scribe Brian Bendis (Secret Invasion) and acclaimed artist Butch Guice join forces for the first time, the Ultimate Universe will be torn apart by shocking revelations!
It’s all connected…but just what are the secrets behind the Ultimate Universe? Find out in Ultimate Origins #1!
ULTIMATE ORIGINS #1 (of 5) (APR082246)
ULTIMATE ORIGINS #1 (of 5) TURNER VARIANT (APR082247)
ULTIMATE ORIGINS #1 (of 5) TURNER VARIANT SKETCH VARIANT (MAR088241)
Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
Penciled by BUTCH GUICE
50/50 Cover by GABRIELE DELL’OTTO
50/50 Cover by SIMONE BIANCHI
Variant Cover by MICHAEL TURNER
Rated T+ …$2.99
FOC—5/15/08, On-Sale—6/4/08
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Roland Confronts The Crimson King in Dark Tower: The Long Road Home #4!
It’s been an arduous journey for Roland Deschain and his ka-tet—but now they’ll come face to face with the embodiment of evil! Enter Dark Tower: The Long Road Home #4, as the chart-topping team of writers Robin Furth & Peter David, artists Jae Lee & Richard Isanove continue the critically-acclaimed sequel to last year’s national best-seller, based on Stephen King’s seminal Dark Tower novels! Roland’s spirit confronts the Crimson King himself while Alain & Cuthbert fend off a pack of deadly wolves as they struggle to protect an unconscious Roland!
Marvel is also pleased to announce that due to an overwhelming demand, causing a sell-out at Diamond, Dark Tower: The Long Road Home #2 is going back to print! Dark Tower: The Long Road Home #2 Second Printing Variant features the gorgeous interior art of Jae Lee on a new cover!
As the penultimate issue of the series arrives, can Roland and his friends possibly triumph? Or does more tragedy await? Find out in Dark Tower: The Long Road Home #4! Plus, don’t miss Dark Tower: The Gunslinger Born Premiere HC, collecting the first sold-out limited series that was a national best-seller and topped critic’s charts as one of the best comics of 2007!
For more on Dark Tower, please visit http://www.stephenking.com and http://www.marvel.com/darktower
DARK TOWER: THE LONG ROAD HOME #4 (of 5) (APR082236)
DARK TOWER: THE LONG ROAD HOME #4 (of 5) GARNEY VARIANT (APR082237)
DARK TOWER: THE LONG ROAD HOME #4 (of 5) LEE SKETCH VARIANT (APR082238)
Written by PETER DAVID & ROBIN FURTH
Penciled by JAE LEE & RICHARD ISANOVE
Cover by JAE LEE & RICHARD ISANOVE
Variant Cover by RON GARNEY & KLAUS JANSON
Sketch Variant Cover by JAE LEE
Parental Advisory…$3.99
FOC—5/15/08, On-Sale—6/04/08
DARK TOWER: THE LONG ROAD HOME #2 (of 5) SECOND PRINTING VARIANT (APR088019)
Written by PETER DAVID & ROBIN FURTH
Penciled by JAE LEE & RICHARD ISANOVE
Cover by JAE LEE & RICHARD ISANOVE
Parental Advisory…$3.99
FOC—5/22/08, On-Sale—6/11/08
DARK TOWER: THE GUNSLINGER BORN PREMIERE HC (SEP072167)
Written by PETER DAVID & ROBIN FURTH
Penciled by JAE LEE & RICHARD ISANOVE
Cover by JAE LEE & RICHARD ISANOVE
Parental Advisory …$24.99
ON-SALE NOW!
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Shining Tears “1/8 Scale Seena, 1/8 Scale Houmei & 1/1 Maple” PVC Figures
Organic Hobby, Inc in conjunction with Beagles proudly introduces its three new products for the U.S. market, Shining Tears “Seena, Houmei & Maple.”
"Seena, Houmei & Maple" are the heroines from the PlayStation 2 game, "Shining Tears X Wind," developed by Nextech and Sega. “Shining Tears X Wind” presents us an adapted version of the Shining Wind's story, seen through Souma's perspective. It is directed by Hiroshi Watanabe and produced by Studio Deen the PlayStation 2 game, "Shining Tears."
The following three figures set to be released in August are:
- Seena is the leader of the Luminous Knights (an independent mercenary group) and one of the heroines from Shining Tears X Wind. The crystal doll eyes "Seena" is an 8" tall PVC figure fully painted and comes in a window box. She is being introduced in her mercenary costume. SRP: $120.00.
- Houmei is the Priestess of Seiran's Tower of Rain Water and one of the heroines from Shining Tears X Wind. The crystal doll eyes "Houmei" is an 8" tall PVC figure fully painted and comes in a window box. She is being introduced in her removable kimono.
SRP: $120.00.
- Maple is one of the heroines from Shining Tears X Wind. The crystal doll eyes "Maple" is a 13" tall PVC figure fully painted and comes in a window box. She is being introduced in her fairy costume with translucent and transparent feathers. SRP: $240.00.
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