BLIZZARD ENTERTAINMENT® BRINGS MASSIVE LINEUP TO SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON 2018

Overwatch^®, StarCraft^®, and World of Warcraft^® Show-Exclusive Items Are Spotlighted Along With Panels, Signings, and Booth Activities

 

 

Blizzard Entertainment makes its return to Comic-Con^® International: San Diego this July 18–22 with a full lineup highlighted by panel opportunities, event-exclusive items, talent signings, product news, and more. Featured this year are the company’s acclaimed Overwatch^®, StarCraft^®, World of Warcraft^®, and Hearthstone^® franchises as well as various activities from its Blizzard Publishing book label.

BLIZZARD’S SCHEDULE HIGHLIGHTS

Panels:

• Behind the Cards: The Art of Blizzard’s Hearthstone, Thursday July 19, 12:00pm–1:00pm Room 5AB
  • Ben Thompson (art director), Hadidjah Chamberlain (senior FX artist), Jomaro Kindred (senior concept artist), and Matt Dixon (illustrator) offer a deep dive into the world of card creation for Blizzard Entertainment’s hit digital card game Hearthstone. Surprise and delight await as panelists walk attendees through the development of cards from the upcoming expansion, The Boomsday Project, from initial concept sketches to final card art.

• Behind the Scenes of Overwatch’s Newest Hero, Friday July 20, 3:15pm–4:15pm Room 6BCF
  • Overwatch developers Michael Chu (lead writer), Arnold Tsang (assistant art director), Geoff Goodman (lead hero designer), and Geoffrey Garnett (senior sound designer) present a behind-the-scenes look into the creative process of developing the story, art, and gameplay kit for Overwatch’s newest hero, Wrecking Ball. Learn more about Overwatch hero design and participate in Q&A with the developers after the panel.

• Chapters and Panels: Blizzard Publishing, Saturday July 21, 3:30pm–4:30pm Room 5AB
  • See how Blizzard’s many worlds are crafted into compelling art and narrative through an array of books and comics. Some of the industry’s top authors discuss how they bring to life engaging stories that expand and widen the universes of Blizzard’s games through the perspectives of some of gaming’s most unique characters. Panelists will highlight recent releases, hint at what may be yet to come, and perhaps unveil a surprise or two. Moderated by Blizzard Publishing senior editor Cate Gary. Panelists include Christie Golden, Jody Houser, Mark Evanier, and Steve Danuser.

Blizzard Featured Items July 18–22:

• Attendees will be able to purchase the following items from the Blizzard Entertainment Booth #140
  • Cute But Deadly: D.Va with MEKA
  • Cute But Deadly: Banshee Sylvanas and Holy Light Anduin 2-Pack
• • Overwatch: Goldimari Mini Plush
  • Cute But Deadly: Twilight Orisa
  • Funko POP! Vinyl: Roadhog & Junkrat 2-Pack
  • Overwatch Blizzard World fine art

Blizzard Licensed Partner Exclusives (available for purchase):

• Grillmaster 76 SDCC Exclusive Funko, July 18–22 Funko POP! Booth #5341
• New StarCraft Comic #1 Exclusive SDCC cover, July 18–22 Dark Horse Booth #2615

Overwatch X Tokidoki The Heroes Collection Launch (brand-new release available for purchase):

• Overwatch X Tokidoki The Heroes Collection, July 18–22 Tokidoki Booth #5037 & Blizzard Booth #140

Blizzard Booth Activations: 

• Tokidoki Signing, July 21 2:00pm–4:00pm Blizzard Booth #140
  • Attendees will have the chance for a signature from Simone Legno, founder of Tokidoki
  • Signing is limited, wristband distribution will be Saturday morning at the Blizzard Booth
• Christie Golden Signing July 21 5:00pm–6:30pm Blizzard Booth #140
  • Writer of the New York Times bestselling World of Warcraft novel Before the Storm

Overwatch Activations:

• Overwatch Payload Tour, July 18-22 Omni Hotel Floor 4 Grand Ballroom
  • Choose from a selection of Overwatch weapons (Henchmen Studios-created props)
  • Step onto the 360-degree rotating stage, where you’ll be transported into an Overwatch map
  • Share a video of the experience with friends and the Overwatch community
  • Every participant will receive an exclusive Overwatch pin
• GameStop Grillmaster 76 Cosplayer Photo Op from Henchmen Studios, July 20 SDCC Show Floor
  • Find the Grillmaster 76 Cosplayer on the show floor for a unique photo-op!

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-looking Statements: Information in this press release that involves Blizzard Entertainment’s expectations, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future, including statements about content and activities at San Diego Comic-Con, are forward-looking statements that are not facts and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause Blizzard Entertainment’s actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements set forth in this release include unanticipated product delays and other factors identified in the risk factors sections of Activision Blizzard’s most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The forward-looking statements in this release are based upon information available to Blizzard Entertainment and Activision Blizzard as of the date of this release, and neither Blizzard Entertainment nor Activision Blizzard assumes any obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements believed to be true when made may ultimately prove to be incorrect. These statements are not guarantees of the future performance of Blizzard Entertainment or Activision Blizzard and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond its control and may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations.

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Daniel Pickett

Funko Rick and Morty First Look

On the eve of my journey to San Diego, there was a knock at my door, delivering a box marked “Funko”.

As I’m getting ready to leave shortly, I wanted to make sure to give you all a look at the newest Rick & Morty action figures!  These should hit retail shortly.  Thanks to the fine folks at Funko for sending these along, and I’ll see you all on the comic-Con convention floor!

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Steve "Captain Collector" Ceragioli

James Wan Teases ANOTHER Aquaman Scene Pre-SDCC Trailer Drop

Coming Soon: Ant-Man Pop! Tees! & Pop!

 

Pop! Marvel: Ant-Man and The Wasp

“Hold on, you gave her wings?”

Two of Marvel Studios’ Ant-Man and The Wasp most essential supporting characters are getting the Pop! treatment. Scientist and former S.H.I.E.L.D. member Hank Pym is available wearing his full uniform including mask. Janet van Dyne, the original Wasp, is available in her full uniform including mask.

© 2018 MARVEL

Hank Pym is also available unmasked as a Hot Top exclusive and Janet van Dyne is available unmasked as a Target exclusive.

© 2018 MARVEL

Available now!

 

The perfect complement to your exoskeleton!

These two soon-to-be-released Ant-Man and Wasp Pop! Tees are the perfect apparel for battling evildoers.

Pop! Tees: Ant-Man – Original Ant-Man

© 2018 MARVEL

Coming this Summer!

Pop! Tees: Ant-Man Wasp Team

© 2018 MARVEL

Coming this Summer!

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Daniel Pickett

Bait Brings TMNT, Bruce Lee Funko Pops…and Wu-Tang Clan Transformers to SDCC

Bait, located at 920 5th Ave. and a short walk from the San Diego Convention Center, is always a fun spot to go to during SDCC. They offer a lot of designer toys and figures, along with statues, apparel, and some of the coolest sneaker drops there are. This year during SDCC they will have a tons of exclusives available both at the Bait store and on the show floor. From TMNT, to Robotech, to Funko Pop exclusives of Bruce Lee and Power Rangers, there is some cool stuff here. But one exclusive is sure to peak interest above the others. Ever wonder what the members of the Transfomers would look like if they were in the Wu-Tang Clan?

BAIT x Huck Gee x Robotech – Hunter Figure (bronze) – $120
BAIT x Huck Gee x Robotech – Hunter Figure (beige / sail) – $120

Medicom TMNT Michelangelo & Donatello 100% 400% Bearbrick Figure sets – $125
Medicom TMNT Michelangelo 1000% Bearbrick

BAIT x Medicom x Disney Stitch Bearbrick 400% – $120
BAIT x Hebru Brantley x Billionaire Boys Club Beyond The Beyond Fly Boy Figure – Gray Volt Edition – $225

BAIT x Funko Pop Movie – Bruce Lee White Pants – $30
BAIT x Funko POP Movie – Bruce Lee Gold – $30

BAIT x Funko POP TV Power Rangers – Alpha 5 Gold And Black Figure – $30

BAIT x Wu-Tang Clan x Transformers 4.5 Inch Figures – Megatron, Soundwave, Bumblebee, and Optimus Prime – $30 Each, or $100 for Set.

Those Wu-Tang Clan Transformers figures are amazing. I have some of their regular Transformers figures that have been released before, and have been quite happy with my purchases. These are 4.5 inch vinyl figures, all repainted to represent the iconic rap group of the same name. Two Decepticons (Megatron and Soundwave) join two Autobots (Optimus Prime and Bumblebee) to form Cybertron’s best musical act ever. $100 for the set is a great price, and I have to get my man Soundwave for my focus shelf.

These will all be available either at the Bait store or booth 5645 at the show, or both.

 

 

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Lets Take a Look at Some Scooby-Doo ‘Doo Good’ Merch From BoxLunch

The other day we told you about the new Scooby-Doo merch coming to BoxLunch stores this weekend. It is all part of the “Doo Good” initiative  is aiming to help feed children and families who are less fortunate and get them the meals they need. For every $10 spent on the products, BoxLunch will be donating a meal to someone in need. Furthermore, part of the assortment will be a special Flocked Scooby-Doo Funko Pop that will provide 10 meals per Pop sold. BoxLunch was kind enough to send over a box of some of the items for us to show you, so let’s take a look shall we?

First up is a Scooby-Doo Mystery Machine lunch box. I love the design molded to make it look like the iconic van. they even made the front look like the gang is looking out the windshield! The lunch box is insulated , and even has a separate pouch to keep your Scooby Snacks in. The real star though is the Scooby metal 17 oz. water bottle. I love these things, I take them everywhere, and it is a perfect size. This one costs $24.99 and is available here.

Also included in the box were a Mystery Machine t-shirt and drawstring bag, and totally wicked Mystery Machine crew socks. As a matter of fact as I type this I am wearing the comfy socks right now. They are so vibrant and eye catching. I love them. The drawstring bag is not my cup of tea, but it is made of canvas and seems pretty dang sturdy, instead of that mesh material that these usually are. The shirt has the big Mystery Inc. design on the back, with the cool Mystery Inc. gang led by Scooby on the front. The shirts offered are all 100% cotton and run you $28, while the socks are $9 and the bag $19.

Overall this is some high-quality stuff. If you want to make a purchase this weekend and help out the cause, do so in store or online right here.

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Specialty Series from Funko: Sailor Moon Mystery Minis!

Funko Specialty Series

Every store deserves an amazing Funko exclusive!

In an effort to recognize our most special accounts and loyal retailers, Funko is continuing our Specialty Series. Every month, we’ll be announcing an exclusive – this month includes a Mystery Minis!

Why is it so special? You’ll only be able to find these Specialty Series exclusives in boutique retail, specialty stores, local comic book shops and from qualified online retailers. This is your chance to help support local businesses and smaller retailers, and you’ll pick up an amazing exclusive item in the process!

Sailor Moon Mystery Minis is the latest Specialty Series exclusive!

Remember, this Mystery Minis set is exclusive to the Specialty Series.
So pay a visit to your favorite specialty store or your local comic book shop and let them know to order the Specialty Series from Funko.

Keep following Funko and subscribe to our newsletter to find out about next month’s Specialty Series exclusives!

Mystery Mini: Sailor Moon

Coming this Summer!

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Daniel Pickett

Starburns Announces Fantasmagoria, a Horror Anthology with a Mission of Diversity, Inspired by Mexican Folklore

Fledgling comic book publisher Starburns Industries Press has announced a new quarterly horror anthology hitting stores for the first time in September, inspired by folklore from Mexico and the American Southwest. The comic will be written by James Fino and Eric M. Esquivel with artists including Fernando Pinto and Julieta Colás, and has the self-ascribed mission to “give new voices and untold stories a platform to thrive in comics.”

Said Esquivel in the press release:

If I see one more comic book about a vampire or a Frankenstein on the comic shop shelves, I am going to blow my brains out all over the Funko Pops display. Our world is huge, and violent, and weird. There are as many myths out there as there are different kinds of people. To me it’s a crime, culturally, to keep going back to the same Eastern European guys over and over and over again.

Inspired by the unforgettable work of folks like Rod Serling, William Gaines, and Al Feldstein, FANTASMAGORIA is basically what would happen if you spilled your salsa on an issue of Tales From The Crypt and it somehow got infinitely more awesome!

Added Fino:

Even before growing up on a supernatural diet of Rod Serling’s Night Gallery, Kolchak The Night Stalker, and Stephen King novels, being raised in El Paso, Texas, exposed me to some of the most fantastic ‘true’ horror stories from Texas, Mexico, and New Mexico. They filled my dreams and imagination and now I’m excited to team up with Eric and Simon to share our community’s creepy myths and legends through Fantasmagoria!

And Starburns Industries Press President Simon Oré said:

As a child, growing up in Acapulco, there were so many stories that shaped my love of horror. The thrill of being scared delighted me and that feeling was a huge part of my childhood. When Eric and James told me they wanted to do this, it’s like they were pitching the 10 year old version of me my ideal book.

Eric and James are two of my favorite people, they have an incredible grasp of storytelling and an unending well of urban legend knowledge. Giving them a platform that allows them to tell all the stories from our shared culture seemed like a no-brainer.

As a proud member of Trump’s America I know there ain’t nothing scarier than Messicans – so I figured stories ‘bout them would be good for makin’ folks scared.”

The press release describes Fantasmagoria as “a declaration of intent” from the publisher, “Touching on the issues of racism and aggression in the news with the kind of humor fans of Starburns have come to expect.” The press release notes:

Humor aside, Fantasmagoria comes at an important time in American history and is a declaration of intent from the new publisher. Not only will this be a humor-horror anthology inspired by the great classic comics of the 20th Century, it is Starburns Industries Press stating publicly that the stories, creators, and even executives behind this company come from diverse backgrounds and plan to support diverse voices with titles like Fantasmagoria.

Look for Fantasmagoria #1 in stores in September, and place your preorders now.

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LEGO SDCC Minifig Exclusives Include Unikitty, Black Lightning, and Cowboy Deadpool

LEGO has now revealed all three of their exclusive minifigs that will be available at SDCC this year. This year there is a Marvel exclusive, DC Comics exclusive, and a LEGO Movie 2 minifig. All three will be for sale at their booth on the show floor, and new this year, you have to sign up for times by logging into your SDCC account and clicking the exclusives tab and try to win an online lottery. I like this — it makes it fair for everyone, and you don’t have to sleep outside. Hard to argue against that.

LEGO Movie 2 Apocalypseburg Unikitty Minifig

DC Super Heroes Black Lightning Minifig

Marvel Super Heroes Cowboy Deadpool Minifig

All three of these are pretty sweet. That Deadpool is going to be a tough get — look for that to skyrocket on the aftermarket. Ditto to Black Lightning, I may be wrong, but I believe that is his first minifig (i’m sure one of you will let me know). The wild card here is the Unikitty. It is the first minifig from The LEGO Movie 2, so that means collectors will want it, but of the three I would think that will be the least popular.

Remember: today is the last day you can sign up for the exclusives lotteries. Be sure to log in and try your luck!

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