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Saturday, October 5, 2019

Stan Lee Marvel Legends Figure Announced At NYCC

Stan Lee is one of the greatest men inside the world of comics. His creations and imagination have created one of the biggest industries out there. Even after his death, his legacy will live on inside his fans, inside his creations, and inside the world of comics. Hasbro has announced at NYCC Stan Lee will be getting his very own Marvel Legends figure. This figure is nothing but special, featuring his own special packaging with his catchphrase Excelsior on the side and his signature on the box. The figure comes with two accessories, one being Captain America’s shield with Stan Lee’s signature across it. The next is a chessboard, which is based on his iconic cameo in the film The Avengers. This will be a very sought after figure I imagine and will be beloved by all. Funko and Hot Toys have already been doing it, but I hope we can start seeing Stan’s various cameos from the MCU come as a new figure line.

The Marvel Legends Stan Lee action figure is set to release the spring of 2020. He will be priced at $24.99 and pre-orders for him are live in available here.

EXCELSIOR!

Marvel Legends Fantastic Four Series Announced at NYCC

Stan Lee Marvel Legends Figure Announced at NYCC

MARVEL LEGENDS SERIES 6-INCH STAN LEE Figure
(HASBRO/Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: Starting at $24.99/Available: Spring 2020)

Fans, collectors, and kids alike can enjoy this MARVEL LEGENDS SERIES 6-INCH STAN LEE Figure, inspired by the creator of the AVENGERS himself, STAN “THE MAN” LEE! This high quality, realistic, 6-inch figure features premium design, detail, and multiple points of articulation, making it a great addition to any action figure collection. Inspired by STAN’S cameo as a skeptical chess player in MARVEL’S THE AVENGERS, this figure includes a CAPTAIN AMERICA shield featuring STAN’S signature® and a chessboard based on his iconic cameo in the film. Includes figure and 2 accessories. Available for pre-order at Target.

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The Daily LITG – 5th October 2019, Spider-Man, Paraded at Macy’s

Welcome to the pretty-much-mostly-daily Lying In The Gutters. A run around the day before and the day ahead. You can sign up to receive it as an e-mail here. Oh yes and it’s New York Comic Con – will you be partying the night away?

The Insanely Big After-Party List of New York Comic Con 2019 #NYCC

The 30 most-read stories yesterday

Happening today…

Adi Granov and Mark Brooks, hosted by Spider-Man comic editor, Nick Lowe Macy’s Herald Square, Main Floor, Watch Department,151 West 34th Street, New York, 2pm.
New York Comic-Con, Javits Center, New York
Marvel Comics – Talent Celebration, New York. Invite only for Marvel Comics creators and guests.
Kyle Hotz signs at Yancy Street Comics inside Embassy Crossing Shopping Center), Port Richey, Florida
An Afternoon with Raina Telgemeier, Cincinnati’s School for Creative and Performing Arts, Cincinnati, noon-2pm.
Masters of Comics, Society Of Illustrators, 128 E 63rd S, New York, 8-11pm.
Jake Parker at INKtober, The Wilson NYC at the INNSiDE by Meliā, 132 West 27th Street, New York, 4-8pm.
Newbury Park Grand Re-Opening and Moving Party at Arsenal Comics & Games, Newbury Park, CA, noon-6pm.
Forbidden Planet NY signing with Image creators Brian K. Vaughan, Cliff Chiang, Ian Bertram, Darcy Van Poelgeest, Jacopo Camagni, Marco B. Bucci, Tina Horn, 6 – 8pm.
Creator After Con Network’s Annual After Con Networking event. bringing together comics creators to connect, collaborate, and discuss their medium. Welcome to Writers, Illustrators, Pencillers, Inkers, Colorists, Letterers, Editors, Publishers, Printers, and all facets of the industry. Discover your next, or first collaborator. Twins Pub upstairs – 421 9th Ave, New York 8 pm
The Wicked + the Divine Wake, Kieron Gillen and Jamie McKelvie DJing. 470 7th Avenue, New York $10 General Admission, $40 Valhalla access. 21+ 9pm-1am.
Source Point Press Afterparty, drinks and burlesque, STITCH Bar & Lounge, 247 West 37th Street, New YorkRSVP.
Harry Potter Trivia Night, Stone Creek NYC, 140 East 27th Street, New York 5-6.30pm. Free.
#SaveDaredevil Fandom Without Fear Meetup, Social Drink and Food, 570 10th Avenue, New York 6-9pm. Free.
Sonicboombox NYCC 2019 Cosplay Dance Party, Spin, 48 E 23rd St, 8pm-2am, $15 advance, two for $20, $30 cash on door.
JVNA: CATCH ME feat. OWA “NYCC Yacht Cruise Boat Party” –, Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge & many more iconic views of NYC, Pier 40 Hornblower Cruises, 353 West St. Boards New York 9pm, departs 10.30pm, returns 2am. 21+
RTNY NYCC After Party 2019, Carragher’s, 228 West 39th Street, New York 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM. $10 inc first drink.
Mosaic Cos Play Party, Mist Harlem, Event includes cosplay contest with cash prizes $20 but free before 8pm. MIST Harlem, 46 West 116th Street, New York 8pm-midnight.
Comic Con After-Party with Cosplay A Go-Go, Cutting Room, 44 East 32nd Street New York 9:30pm – 12.30am, $20
NYCC 2019 Comics & Cocktails Party, In Partnership with the Black Gotham Experience, Blerd City Con, & the New York Cosplay Network we’re hosting Comics & Cocktails 2019, Death Ave, 315 10th Avenue, New York 8:30 – 11:30 pm, $25 for one, $45 for two, inc two drinks per guest.
Funimation Experience @ Lightbox NYC – A multi-sensory experience with motion and still art for One Piece. Giveaways while supplies last. Lightbox ,248 W. 37th St. New York 8pm-midnight. Free
Geek Girl Brunch – Geek ladies can meet up to talk fandoms, network and just have fun. First attendees get gift bags, all get raffle tickets, tasty treats and custom cocktails. Houndstooth Pub, 520 8th Ave. New York 7pm-midnight. $10.
Johnnie Walker A Song of Ice and A Song of Fire – Game of Thrones blend tasting pop up, Crossing Arts Galley – 559 West 23rd St, New York 1 to 7 pm. 21+ RSVP.
NYCC Official Cosplay After Party: Anime Fest 2019 Cosplayers, anime fans, and gamers can enjoy incredible EDM remixes and themes from their favorite series like Overwatch, Legend of Zelda, and Dragon Ball Z. Cosplay is encouraged, but not required. Hudson Mercantile, 500 West 36th Street, New York $10. 21+. 8pm-midnight,
An Evening in the Pensieve, is a progressive dance party in honor of Mugglenet’s 20th anniversary. We will kick off the night with the hottest jams from the year of our founding, progress through the 2000s and 2010s, and close out with the chart-toppers of today. The glamour of the Yule Ball meets the energy of a Quidditch match in a night of cocktails, dancing, and reminiscing. Hard Rock Cafe, 1501 Broadway New York 21+. 8:30pm. $25
Summoners War Community Event. Free food, drinks, merch and raffle giveaways fromHard Rock Cafe – 1501 Broadway, New York 2-7pm. Free
DC Universe Headquarters – DCU subscribers get brunch, talent meetups, screenings, signings and private events. 447 W. 36th Street – third floor, New York

And a happy birthday to…

Atom Freeman, comics PR
Pop Mhan, co-creator of Spyboy.
Graeme McMillan, founder of Fanboy Rampage, comics journalist for THR.
Jeff Nicholson, creator of Ultra Klutz, Through the Habitrails, Father & Son, and Colonia.

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Rich Johnston

Friday, October 4, 2019

The Daily LITG – 4th October 2019, New York Comic Con And On And On

The Insanely Big After-Party List of New York Comic Con 2019 #NYCC

Oh and publishers, when you are announcing series at shows, do let your creators know…

Hey, it's news to me, but you never know! https://t.co/rELa5MQFEJ

— Lavie Tidhar (@lavietidhar) October 3, 2019

The 15 most-read stories yesterday

One year ago…

Happening today…

New York Comic-Con, Javits Center, New York
Metropolis Gallery’s new J. Scott Campbell exhibit gallery reception, 36 West 37th Street, 6th Floor, New York 6-9 pm
Dwight L. MacPherson Signing at Emerald City Comics, Clearwater, Florida, 11-2pm.
Lee Bermejo with Mark Doyle for Batman: Damned, Barnes & Noble Upper West Side, New York, 7-9pm
TWD Whiskey’s The Last Bar in the World at NYCC, experience The Walking Dead Universe with Spirits of the Apocalypse. Be amongst the first to try The Walking Dead Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and to take photos with Walkers. Signing with Robert Kirkman 1-2 pm. 23 W 24th St, New York, 11am-6pm. 21+
Avery Hill Book Launch; The Tower in the Sea and Walking Distance. B. Mure’s The Tower in the Sea is the third in his series of Ismyre books, which we absolutely devour on release. These tales of urban life and magic are unique in their feel and look, and each is accessible to new readers in its own right. Lizzy Stewart’s new book, Walking Distance, looks to be a fascinating mix of autobiography, philosophy and reportage. Ample copies of both plus the creator’s other works available on the night. Gosh Comics, London, 7-9pm.
Wendy’s Presents ‘Heroes After Dark’. A featured DJ set by Chromeo, and music by DJ Elliot. Enjoy immersive fan interactions, a Wendy’s specialty menu, and exclusive cocktails featuring the new Johnnie Walker A Song of Ice and A Song of Fire limited edition whiskies. The event will also benefit charity partner, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Sony Hall, 235 W. 46th Street, New York 8pm-midnight. RSVP.
One Piece 20th Anniversary Orchestral Concert. The chamber orchestra concert will feature iconic music from the series by Kohei Tanaka, Shiro Hamaguchi, and Shouko Fujibayashi. Mary Flagler Cary Hall of the DiMenna Center for Classical Music. 450 West 37th St, New York 7.30pm. $20 tickets.
Future Funk City NYCC Afterparty, The Tailor Public House, 505 8th avenue, New York 8pm – 1.30am. $10 early, $20 on door.
Creator After Con Network’s Annual After Con Networking event. bringing together comics creators to connect, collaborate, and discuss their medium. Welcome to Writers, Illustrators, Pencillers, Inkers, Colorists, Letterers, Editors, Publishers, Printers, and all facets of the industry. Discover your next, or first collaborator! Features a portfolio review by Bob Salley of Source Point Press. Twins Pub upstairs – 421 9th Ave, New York 8 pm
WebToons Private Party, Green RoomCNVS, 635 W 42nd Street, New York 21+
IGN/Watchmen Party, Classic Car Club Manhattan, props from the show, menu of Watchmen-themed cocktails and appetizers, limited edition Watchmen swag. Free, 21+, 7-10pm
Outlander Fan Meet Up, Vessel at Hudson Yards, New York 4pm.
LGBTQ+ Official NYCC After Party – LGBT HQ has teamed up to present the exclusive LGBTQ+ Official New York Comic Con After Party. The night will feature drag and burlesque performances, A Cosplay Contest with over $1,000 in prizes, Video Games, Raffle Bags, Surprise Convention Guests & more. Printers Alley, across from Midtown Comics, 215 W 40th St, New York $10, $15 at door, includes raffle tickets, 21+ 9pm-2am
Arcadia Fest 2019 Brother Jimmy’s BBQ 181 Lexington, New YorkEveryone Free All Night Check in Downstairs Full Floor of Gaming, 5pm to Midnight
Adam McArthur’s First Ever East Coast Super Awesome Boba Meetup. Adam McArthur (Voice of Marco Diaz) is bringing his Super Awesome Boba Meetup to the EastCoast for NYCC. An hour of hangout time with Adam McArthur, A boba drink for each person, location will be released to ticket buyers, New York $15. 3-4pm.
Geekcaster Presents: Unofficial NYCC Content Creator’s Happy Hour Mixer, Troy Liquor Bar, 675 Hudson Street, New York 6pm-1am, Happy hour until 9pm. Free.
Sonicboombox NYCC 2019 Afterparty, Bowling, Dancing, Cosplay, Swag for first 300, Bowlmor Times Square, 222 West 44th Street, New York 21+, 9pm-3am, $15 advance, two for $20, $30 cash on door.
Otakus With Attitude: NYCC Afterparty -Deweys Pub, 135 w 30th Street, New York $15 advance, $20 on door (reduced for cosplay)
Rave Of Thrones with Kristian Nairn, Schimanski, 54 N 11th St, Brooklyn, New York 21+, 9pm-4.30am.
Cosplay Cruise, with Veronica Rae, Kristen Huey and Ming Chen, Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises, West 42nd Street, New York Boarding beings at 8pm, Departure is 9pm, return midnight, 19+
Fantastic Beats and Where to Find Them – NYCRavers NYC Comic Con Afterparty, 3 Huge Areas + 20+ Wizard DJs + a multi-level 3 stage recreation of Hogwarts, amazing art , mind-melting visuals, unique vendors, an arcade and tons of wizardly activities, The Tailor Public House, 505 8th Avenue, New York 8.30pm-4am, $20.
DC Universe Headquarters – DCU subscribers get brunch, talent meetups, screenings, signings and private events. 447 W. 36th Street – third floor, New York

And a happy birthday to…

Marc Lombardi, comic book PR.
Ali Smith, co-owner of Little Apple Comic Expo
Tod Smith, artist on Darkhawk, Vigilante, Omega Men, Green Hornet
Chris Warner, co-creator of Barb Wire and Ghost.
DK Upshaw, cartoonist
Marc McLaurin, writer on Vage, Punisher, editor of Epic Line at Marvel.

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Rich Johnston

Thursday, October 3, 2019

On the 3rd Day of “Mr. Robot,” USA Network Gave to Me… A Classic Sitcom Family! [PREVIEW]

Oh, it’s you. Hello again. Welcome to our countdown – no, not that countdown. We’re talking the one where we open a present under “The Tree of Materialism” every day until the Mr. Robot season 4 premiere on USA Network!

Okay, so maybe everyone hasn’t been following every single day as closely as they should. That’s okay, because I’m here to help get you get caught up. Here’s what we’ve unwrapped so far.

Start with Day “Eleven” and you’ll get “Silver Bells”.

Day “Ten” shows Zhang and Mr. Price, who sounds like he’s in Hell.

Day “Nine” gives us cast photos, posters if you like.

Day “Eight” saw Dom interrogated, try as they might.

Day “Seven” was a holiday card, from F-Society.

Day “Six” presents trinkets, Funko POP! figures we all need.

Day “Five” is a sweater to keep you toasty while you’re hacking.

Day “Four” peeks behind the scenes, perspective we’ve been lacking.

Day “Three” delivers throwbacks, in Christmas sitcom form…

(…a happy family together, something Elliot mourns)

Mr. Robot countdown - three Christmas Specials

That’s right – today’s countdown gift is a Christmas poster a’la the sitcom episode from last season.

…or is this a poster for their family sitcom’s Christmas special episode?

Either way, it’s pretty rad – peep the Photoshop Santa hat! It totally makes it.

Does this mean we get another surreal, slightly absurdist look at Elliot’s life and backstory through the lens of a classic 80s/90s family sitcom? …You don’t remember that episode? It featured ALF!

Okay, so Elliot’s brain was in a very bad place after getting knocked around a bit by some thugs (no spoilers here as to who or why), and his subconscious reacts by retreating in on itself as the brain trauma sets in.

This makes for one very wacky episode of Mr. Robot; Elliot, Darlene, and their parents are on a road trip – with special guest star, the man in the trunk! Who could that rascal thumping around back there be?

The sitcom parody episode was a fan favorite – I really hope the final season delivers at least a festive nod to the genre again!

Mr. Robot returns October 6 to USA Network.

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Adriel

First Look at the Booths for Valiant, Titan, Oni/Lion Forge, Zenescope at New York Comic Con #NYCC

Not everyone has the sizeable booth of Marvel, DC, Dark Horse, IDW or Image… but there are plenty of other big comics publishers with elbow room at the show. Bleeding Cool’s photojournalist Daniel Celko made the runaround.

So we had a look at Valiant…

And a look at Image from Valiant…

Oni Press (now incorporating Lion Forge) very busy over here…

Less busy over here…

Is this a Comic Con booth or a library?

Titan Comics – and Titan Entertainment. The have cpmic books.

And their line of not-quite-ready-for-Funko vinyl figures…

And plenty of exclusive patches, stickers and pins to go with their not-exclusive product…

And a distant flash of Zenescope…

What do you see at the show? Feel free to send it in to richjohnston@gmail.com.

Catch up with all Bleeding Cool’s New York Comic Con coverage with this handy category stub. Bookmark it now… and keep refreshing.

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Rich Johnston

Wednesday, October 2, 2019

On the 4th Day of “Mr. Robot,” USA Network Gave to Me… A Look Behind the Scenes! [PREVIEW]

Merry Robot-mas, friends! In case you weren’t aware, USA Network has so graciously gifted us with yet another advent treat leading up to the premiere of Mr. Robot October 6.

What’s that? You haven’t been keeping up? Okay!

Start with Day “Eleven” and you’ll get “Silver Bells”.

Day “Ten” shows Zhang and Mr. Price, who sounds like he’s in Hell.

Day “Nine” gives us cast photos, posters if you like.

Day “Eight” saw Dom interrogated, try as they might.

Day “Seven” was a holiday card, from F-Society.

Day “Six” presents trinkets, Funko POP! figures we all need.

Day “Five” is a sweater to keep you toasty while you’re hacking.

Day “Four” peeks behind the scenes, perspective we’ve been lacking.

That’s right, friends! Today’s treat is a three and a half minute behind-the-scenes look at the show and its trajectory from the time it started to when the cast read the final script for the first time.

We start with an interview with creator Sam Esmail, but then we go on to hear inside perspectives from nearly every member of our main cast.

Yes, including Rami Malek (who we all know you have a crush on). We also hear from Christian Slater, Carly Chaikin, Portia Doubleday, Grace Gummer, Michael Cristofer, Martin Wallstrom, and BD Wong.

This reminds me a lot of the behind the scenes content you would find on a DVD circa mid-late 2000s and I love it. I know it’s not everybody’s jam, but as someone who was (and frankly, still is) obsessed with the mechanics behind the media, this is basically like heaven…hacker heaven?

Back on track, the cast talks about their favorite episodes and scenes to shoot, how the show has impacted them, and how it’s felt being a part of a show that became so big and such a comment on current political affairs so quickly.

I can’t wait until Sunday when we finally get the season premiere!

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Fantastic Four Funko Pops Have Been Announced!

The Fantastic Four is finally back in the building. I have been waiting for this line for a long time. Dr. Doom and the thing and The silver surfer were available back in the day. However, we have not seen a single Fantastic Four character since. In this lineup, we will be getting Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, the Human Torch, and The Thing. Some other notable Fantastic Four characters are getting their debut with the return of Dr. Doom and Silver Surfer. The Fantastic Four companion Herbie will also be making his appearance as well as villains such as Mole Man, Super Skrull and Galactus himself. The reveals don’t stop there though, we will also be getting some exclusive Fantastic Four Funko Pop figures. Johnny Storm will be getting two exclusives, one is a Hot Topic and the other is a glow-in-the-dark Specialty Series. The Invisible Woman will be getting a GameStop exclusive and The Thing in disguise will be a Barnes & Noble exclusive. We will also be getting a 10-inch thing exclusive to Target. Funko also did announce Fantastic Four Mystery Minis will be on the way. GameStop and Target will be getting exclusive Mystery Minis figures too. This is a reveal I am super excited about I can’t wait to on every single one of these.

Fantastic Four Funko Pops and Mystery Minis have not been given a release dates just yet. Besides the exclusives, the commons should cost $11.99 and some pre-order links are already available online and located here. I hope we can see a release for these Funko Pops and Mystery Minis soon because my collection is calling their names!

“It’s Clobberin’ Time”

Coming Soon: Fantastic Four—Mystery Minis and Pop!

Bring a touch of the fantastic to your collection with a Mystery Mini series including Mister Fantastic, a stretched version of Mister Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch, Thing, Doctor Doom, Silver Surfer, Galactus, Mole Man, Namor, Super-Skrull and Terrax.

A Mystery Mini series available exclusively at Target includes Mister Fantastic, a stretched version of Mister Fantastic, Doctor Doom, Silver Surfer, Galactus, Mole Man, Namor, Super-Skrull, Terrax, Thing, Invisible Woman (in suit), and Human Torch.

Fantastic Four Funko Pops Have Been Announced!

A Mystery Mini series available exclusively at GameStop includes Silver Surfer in a new pose, Invisible Woman (transitional), and Doctor Doom in a new pose.

Round out the collection with Pop! Mister Fantastic, Pop! Invisible Woman, Pop! Human Torch, Pop! Thing, Pop! Mole Man, Pop! Doctor Doom, Pop! Silver Surfer, Pop! H.E.R.B.I.E., Pop! Super-Skrull and Pop! Galactus.

Pop! Thing wearing a disguise is available as a Barnes and Noble exclusive, Pop! Invisible Woman is available as a GameStop exclusive, Pop! Human Torch Glow in the Dark is available as a Funko Specialty Series exclusive, Pop! Human Torch is available as a Hot Topic exclusive, and a 10” Pop! Thing is available as a Target exclusive.

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New Star Wars Funko Pops Coming to a Galaxy Near You

Star Wars Funko Pop fans rejoice because we will be getting a massive Star Wars Funko release. The first stop in our galactic voyage is Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Star Wars Funko Pops. There are 13 figures in this release as well as a Pop Ride and a Movie Moment. We will be seeing some favorite characters like Rey, Finn, BB-8, Kylo Ren and some new characters like Sith Jet Trooper, Lando Calrissian and D-O. The next stop is the Outer Rim with new Star Wars Funko pops for The Mandalorian. There will be four figures in this line including the Mandalorian himself and IG Assassin droid. There are also two Star Wars Funko figures coming out for Jedi: Fallen Order. We will be getting both the main character Cal and the Second Sister Inquisitor. The train does not stop there as Walmart will be getting exclusive Star Wars Funko products. They will be getting three golden Star Wars Funko characters, Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia. Walmart will also be getting some Star Wars tees in novelty packaging for the original trilogy. Last but not least is my favorite announcement. Target will be getting a specialty series line of Boba Fett Star Wars Funko Pops. We will be seeing two Boba Fett 10 inches as well as a specialty designed Boba. We will also be getting some tees, hats and a backpack from the line too.

It is unclear on when these Star Wars Funko Pops will be released, some could hit stores on Triple Force Friday, October 4th. Other Star Wars Funko Pops will be up and available for pre-order this Friday, located here. All of the commons will be the normal price of $11.99, prices of the Pop Ride, Movie Moment and the tees are unsure at the moment. Designer Boba Fett is supposed to be priced at $17.99 and includes a pop stack. He should be available this Friday at Target for Triple Force Friday.

May the Force be with You!

Coming Soon: Pop! Star Wars™—Star Wars™: The Rise of Skywalker! Bring home your favorite Movie Moment from Star Wars™: The Rise of Skywalker with First Order Tread Speeder™.

Bring home Pop! Sith Jet Trooper™, Pop! Rey™, Pop! Jannah™, Pop! Finn™, Pop! BB-8™, Pop! Kylo Ren™, Pop! Zorii Bliss™, Pop! First Order Jet Trooper™, Pop! Lieutenant Connix™, Pop! Poe Dameron™, Pop! Rose™, Pop! D-O, Pop! Lando Calrissian™ and Pop Deluxe! ™Supreme Leader Kylo Ren™.

Coming Soon: Pop! Star Wars™—The Mandalorian

Celebrate the most stellar fandom of them all with your favorite characters from space western web television series The Mandalorian. Bring home Pop! The Mandalorian™, Pop! Kuiil™, Pop! IG-11™ and Pop! Cara Dune™.

Coming Soon: Pop! Games—Star Wars™ Jedi: Fallen Order

Celebrate the most stellar fandom of them all with your favorite Star Wars™ Jedi: Fallen Order characters including Pop! Cal Kestis™ with BD-1 and Pop! Second Sister™.

Coming Soon: Gold Star Wars™ Pop! and Star Wars™ VHS Tees! Exclusively at Walmart!

Coming Soon: Star Wars | Futura available exclusively at Target!

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Activision Blizzard Returns to Brand Licensing Europe 2019

ACTIVISION BLIZZARD CONSUMER PRODUCTS GROUP HIGHLIGHTS RAPID INTERNATIONAL GROWTH THROUGH ICONIC FRANCHISE PORTFOLIO, ECOMMERCE EXPANSION AND TAILORED MERCHANDISE PROGRAMS

The United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain amongst others top list of fast budding European markets, in addition to China, for consumer products

LONDON – Oct. 1, 2019 – Activision Blizzard Consumer Products Group (ABCPG) returns to Brand Licensing Europe 2019 (BLE) showcasing its strong international growth within key consumer video game markets, including the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, France and Italy, as well as China, amongst others. With each of these key markets capturing a large community of video game fans, Activision Blizzard continues to expand its consumer products offerings tied to the company’s iconic franchise portfolio through tailored and localized brand collaborations and partnerships. ABCPG consumer products will be featured at Booth #D300 of the ExCeL London.

“With Activision Blizzard continuing to expand its global reach through content in areas of mobile and esports, additional opportunities are opening up for us to deliver product programs that bring our games to life in the real world,” stated Steve Young, President of Activision Blizzard Consumer Products Group. “With Europe being an already mature market for our games, consumer products’ expansion in key territories like the UK, France or Germany is a natural extension for all of our franchises. China also presents a massive opportunity for growth, with fans who are incredibly passionate and engaged with our titles. Our communities are global and, with that in mind, we are dedicated to delighting our players around the world with customized, culturally relevant merchandise programs to extend the core game experience.”

Through the continued expansion of the company’s international reach, ABCPG is working with best-in-class, global and regional retailers and licensees through diverse distribution channels across consumer product categories, such as specialty, mass, grocery, homeware, beauty and fashion. Sample partners and collaborators include Rubber Road’s apparel, fashion accessories and home goods; Paladone’s homewares; Gaya’s apparel and home products; AOC’s branded monitors; HLA’s apparel; and language-based specialists Panini’s novels, amongst many others.

Adapting an “Always-on” Approach for Call of Duty

The definitive first-person, action game franchise Call of Duty also continues to build on an expansive previous year with new relationships and offerings in 2019 centered on a 360-degree strategy – evolving from a cyclical to an “always-on” approach creating new consumer touchpoints that extend the franchise beyond the core game experience.

Today’s launch of Call of Duty: Mobile offers expanded opportunities globally to fans and new ways to connect with the brand. The accessibility of the game on mobile allows ABCPG to fully embrace the possibilities with consumer products around the globe as Activision Publishing continues with new releases for fans throughout 2019 and into 2020.

With Call of Duty: Modern Warfare releasing on Oct. 25, ABCPG will continue to expand the brand into new categories in the lifestyle space. In collaboration with Activision Publishing, international streetwear brand DRKN will launch a high-end Call of Duty capsule collection, which will be available in Fall 2019. Newly appointed Pan-European apparel and fashion accessory partner Fashion UK will also launch with a range of products across a wide selection of retailers for Call of Duty fans worldwide. McFarlane will also kickoff the McFarlane Call of Duty line with the release of the Captain Price McFarlane Collectible. Additional Call of Duty products will also return from existing partners Astro, KontrolFreek, New Era and Pyramid International.

The upcoming professionalized 2020 Call of Duty esports league season with 12 franchise teams will feature a major professional esports league with city-based teams. The next iteration of Call of Duty esports begins in 2020 and will feature games played in each team’s home market. ABCPG is exploring consumer product opportunities for the new format and season.

Diversifying the Overwatch^® Consumer Products Portfolio and Disrupting the Esports Space through the Overwatch League

Product offerings for Blizzard Entertainment’s team-based first-person shooter Overwatch continues to diversify and expand throughout 2019. The Overwatch League continues to break new ground following the launch of its new ecommerce platform with partner Fanatics and the epic conclusion to the 2019 season. The 2020 Overwatch League season will be filled with homecomings for fans as matches are leaving the Blizzard Arena Los Angeles for local venues across the globe. With matches in 19 cities around the world, such as New York, Vancouver, Paris, Shanghai and Seoul, there will be many chances for global fans to purchase the gear of their favorite teams and players at homestand events and local retail stores throughout the season.

Hasbro and the LEGO Group continue to lead the charge with the successful launches of Hasbro’s Overwatch Ultimates action figures and new Nerf Rivals blasters, and the latest LEGO Overwatch additions. The franchise also continues to build its publishing portfolio. Working with Insight Editions, global Overwatch fans and foodies can also get their hands on the newly released Overwatch: The Official Cookbook filled with more than 100 recipes inspired by the heroes of Blizzard Entertainment’s hit game. New Overwatch product licensees include home and bedding licensee Character World, UK fashion and apparel licensee Level Up Wear, and Paladone who will be releasing Overwatch gifts and accessories.

Activision Blizzard Anniversaries at the Forefront

With three milestone anniversaries – the 40^th anniversary of Activision Publishing, the 25^th anniversary of Blizzard’s Warcraft^® franchise, and the 15^th anniversary of World of Warcraft – celebrating the rich history of its iconic brands, ABCPG is leaning further into consumer interests and demand through expanded world-class partnerships to deliver engaging, relevant and innovative consumer products.

This year is the 40^th anniversary of Activision Publishing and its rich history helping to support and define the standard for innovation within the video game industry. Looking into Activision’s past, present and future, ABCPG wants to celebrate gamers – across generations – by leaning into the strong consumer demand for retro properties with the reemergence of iconic characters from Crash Bandicoot and Spyro. ABCPG is dedicated to fully embracing the possibilities with consumer products as the company continues with new releases for fans throughout 2019, with products such as the Crash Bandicoot POP! Figures and Crash Team Racing vinyl figures from Funko, Spyro Big Box Exclusive Merchandise Crates and Cable Guys from Exquisite Gaming, and Crash Bandicoot homeware from Pyramid International, among a number of others.

This year, Blizzard Entertainment is also celebrating the 25^th anniversary of its Warcraft franchise and the 15^th anniversary for World of Warcraft. At BLE, fans will be able to have the first look at the World of Warcraft fine art print collection from Cook & Becker, a new board game from Asmodee, and the upcoming World of Warcraft novel World of Warcraft: Traveler from Scholastic, in addition to expanded offerings from new licensees.

BLE Gaming & Esports Activation Zone

In conjunction with the Activision and Blizzard anniversary celebrations, Activision Blizzard’s iconic franchises will be featured in PowerStation Studios’ new Gaming & Esports Activation (Booth #D280) for the first time ever, which will be located in the Character & Entertainment Zone at BLE. The Gaming & Esports Activation will offer a colorful, innovative and interactive gaming experience for visitors, including a 14-meter long Character Mural and Gaming Timeline bringing to life beloved gaming brands and icons from the last 40 years. Activision Blizzard properties will be featured in two areas within the gaming activation zone, including the following:

An elaborate mural of gaming history featuring some of Activision and Blizzard’s most memorable IPs, including:

o Call of Duty, Crash Bandicoot, Pitfall, Spyro, Overwatch, and World of Warcraft

The lifestyle Activision booth, where attendees will take a look into ABCPG’s license products creative development process. Featured properties include Call of Duty, Crash Bandicoot, Spyro and Activision Classics

More information on the new PowerStation Studios’ Gaming & Esports Activation can be found on the BLE website here.

Later this month, ABCPG will also attend the 2019 China Licensing Expo to showcase its range of upcoming and available consumer products, Asian partnerships and collaborations to drive further growth within the Chinese market.

About Activision Blizzard Consumer Products Group

Activision Blizzard Consumer Products Group is a division of Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI), an S&P 500 company and a leading standalone interactive entertainment company. Building on the existing consumer products businesses, the Activision Blizzard Consumer Products Group encompasses Activision, Blizzard and King’s franchises. The division is passionate about working with best-in-class licensees around the world to create high quality and deeply relevant merchandise that gives fans new ways to play, display, wear and live the brands they love. Activision Blizzard is home to iconic and beloved entertainment franchises, including Activision’s Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot, Spyro, and Skylanders®; Blizzard Entertainment’s World of Warcraft®, and Overwatch®; and King Digital Entertainment’s Candy Crush.

About Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.

Best known for blockbuster hits including World of Warcraft®, Hearthstone, Overwatch®, the Warcraft, StarCraft®, and Diablo® franchises, and the multifranchise Heroes of the Storm®, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software renowned for creating some of the industry’s most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard Entertainment’s track record includes twenty-two #1 games^* and numerous Game of the Year awards. The company’s online gaming service, Battle.net®, is one of the largest online-gaming services in the world, with millions of active players.

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On the 5th Day of “Mr. Robot,” USA Network Gave to Me… 5 Creepy Christmas Sweaters! [PREVIEW]

Happy Holidays, friends! Er, well I suppose it’s just one holiday, and that one is the Mr. Robot season 4 premiere on October 6… which so happens to be one week from today.

What better way to celebrate than with an advent calander? Well, we can think of a few ways, but luckily USA Network picked up on that and granted our wishes! (Most of them, at least. I’m still waiting for Rami Malek to pop out of a cake and announce a prequel series, but I may be waiting awhile for that one to come true.)

Before I get too off track, let me explain what’s going on. Mr. Robot has set up a website featuring a “Tree of Materalisim” that grants us a new virtual present each day leading up to the premiere of their fourth and final season.

Oh, this countdown is news to you? Well, you’re familiar with an advent calendar, right? The thing with one treat every day up until Christmas? This is pretty much the exact same thing – except for Mr. Robot. Granted, there’s also a distinct lack of chocolates… but that’s neither here nor there.

Yes, it’s just an image of a sweater print – but I give it one hour until it’s up on the internet, being sold as a real sweater / sweatshirt. For bonus points, I give it a day until “Cease and Desist” orders get slapped on those sellers – and by the end of the week, USA will likely have this up as official merch.

So here’s where we are…

Start with Day “Eleven” and you’ll get “Silver Bells”.

Day “Ten” shows Zhang and Mr. Price, who sounds like he’s in Hell.

Day “Nine” was a series of cast photos, posters if you like.

Day “Eight” saw Dom interrogated, try as they might.

Day “Seven” was a holiday card, from F-Society.

Day “Six” presents trinkets, Funko POP! figures we all need.

Day “Five” delivers a festive sweater; will you use it to brave the weather?

It is a pretty dope design, but that’s really not the best part about today’s countdown.

USA gave us a sneak unlisted trailer, so only those in the know and with the link get to see (as least while we were writing this). Wanna see?

We get some new images, a “give ’em hell” attitude from Elliot (who’s ready to finish this and take “them” down), and of course, the lingering question, “are you ready to finish this?”

Yes, Elliot, we are so ready. Is it Sunday yet?

So what will tomorrow bring, all wrapped up with a big, shiny bow?

Keep checking here – otherwise you might not know!

Mr. Robot returns on October 6 and not a day before,

Be sure to catch Elliot and friends with antics for sure.

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Adriel