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    Kiss of the Rose Princess Vol. 1. Image courtesy of VIZ Media. © Aya SHOUOTO 2009

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    Catch Digital Launch of 6 Hot New Manga Series and Updates to More than 20 Ongoing Titles Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media continues the drive into fall with the announcement of an array of digital manga updates and new series debuts for November. Fans and readers can catch today’s launch of two new series debuts including creator Aya Shouoto’s paranormal shojo drama, Kiss of the Rose Princess and the final volume of Neon Genesis Evangelion. Other notable new digital series kicking off throughout the rest of the month include 3 titles from the VIZ Select imprint. Return to the world of Chibi Vampire with Chibi Vampire Airmail on November 11th, savor the dark, demonic suspense of Zone-00, which launches on November 18th, and former CLAMP artist/creator Tamayo Akiyama’s fantasy adventure series, Mouryou Kiden: Legend of

    The One Piece Manga Box Set 2 will be released on November 4th. Photo courtesy of VIZ Media. © 1997 by Eiichiro Oda/SHUEISHA Inc.

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    New Box Set Edition Features Vols. 24-46 of the World’s Bestselling Manga Series Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, delivers a special treat to fans with the latest Box Set installment for the world’s most popular manga series -- One Piece. The One Piece Manga Box Set 2 will be released on November 4th and is rated ‘T’ for Teens. The set contains Volumes 24-46, which comprise the series’ third and fourth story arcs -- Skypiea and Water Seven -- and will carry an MSRP of $185.99 U.S. / CAN. The Box Set also features a full-color poster and special One Piece mini-comic. As a child, One Piece main character Monkey D. Luffy dreamed of becoming King of the Pirates. But his life changed

    LBX (Little Battlers Experience) Vol. 1. Image courtesy of VIZ Media. © DANBALL SENKI © 2011 Hideaki FUJII /SHOGAKUKAN © LEVEL-5 Inc.

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    Popular New Japanese Series About a Boy and His Powerful Robot Kicks Off in English This Fall Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Elizabeth Ellis and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, delivers sci-fi battle robot action in a BIG way with the launch of the new manga series -- LBX (Little Battlers Experience). The action kicks off in the first two volumes of the series from the company’s Perfect Square imprint on November 4th. Future volumes will each be released on a bi-monthly basis. LBX (LITTLE BATTLERS EXPERIENCE) is a hot new action/sci-fi/mecha property based on the LBX video game, a series of role-playing action games created by Level-5, with manga, an anime, and planned forthcoming toys and games debuting this fall. Created by Hideaki Fuji, the LBX (Little Battlers Experience)

    Kiss of the Rose Princess Vol. 1. Image courtesy of VIZ Media. © Aya SHOUOTO 2009

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    A Mystical Girl and Her Knights Embark on a Quest to Save the World From the Forces of Evil Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, announces a thrilling new paranormal shojo manga adventure with the launch of Aya Shouoto’s Kiss of the Rose Princess on November 4th. The new series will be available for the first time digitally as well as in print under the Shojo Beat imprint. Kiss of the Rose Princess is rated ‘T’ for Teens and will carry a print MSRP of $9.99 U.S. / $12.99 CAN. A digital version of Kiss of the Rose Princess Vol. 1 also will debut on November 4th for $6.99 (USD/CAN) from VIZManga.com and through the VIZ MANGA App for the Apple iPad, iPhone

    Diamond Select`s Godzilla Classic Minimates Series 1 Box Set are now on sale. Photo courtesy of Diamond Select Toys. © 2014 Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles, LLC. GODZILLA and the character designs are trademarks of Toho Co., Ltd. © 2014 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    Source: Diamond Select Toys press release Special Thanks to Zach Oat Diamond Select Toys has a bunch of new items arriving at comic shops and specialty stores across North America this week. The lineup includes the first series of Godzilla Minimates, originally scheduled for September but now shipping to stores. Celebrating 60 years of Godzilla movies, this box set of classically-styled Minimates includes Godzilla and three of his most famous friends and foes: Mothra, Gigan and Titanosaurus! Each Minimate mini-figure stands approximately 2 inches tall and features a variety of interchangeable parts. The figures come packaged on a blister card and were designed by Art Asylum. Item #: #MAY142232 SRP: $19.99 Find your nearest comic shop at comicshoplocator.com!

    Photo courtesy of Diamond Select Toys. © 2014 Diamond Select Toys. MECHAGODZILLA, GODZILLA and the character design are trademarks of Toho Co., Ltd. © 1974, 2014 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    Source: Diamond Select Toys press release Special Thanks to Zach Oat Remember, remember the month of November! That`s the month when Diamond Select Toys dropped a heaping plateful of new listings on comic shops and online retailers, including items from Marvel Comics, Star Trek: TNG, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Godzilla, Sin City, Batman, Pulp Fiction, The Invisible Man, Pathfinder, and Jay and Silent Bob`s Groovy Cartoon Movie! Now, these items won`t be out until spring of next year, but you can pre-order them now, via your local shop or your preferred web store. Find your nearest comic shop at findcomicshop. Godzilla: Classic Mechagodzilla Vinyl Figural Bank A Diamond Select Release! Godzilla`s greatest foe is launching his attack! A cybernetic copy of Godzilla with superior firepower, this vinyl figural bank of Mechagodzilla is based on how the robotic kaiju appeared in 1974`s GODZILLA VS MECHAGODZILLA (?????????, Gojira

    The All You Need is Kill manga omnibus edition will be released on November 4th. Image courtesy of VIZ Media. © 2014 by Hiroshi Sakurazaka, Ryosuke Takeuchi, yoshitoshi ABe, Takeshi Obata/SHUEISHA Inc.

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    Takeshi Obata Adapts the Award-Winning Japanese Novel that Inspired EDGE OF TOMORROW Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), the largest distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, announces the print launch of famed manga artist Takeshi Obata’s latest manga masterpiece with the release of All You Need is Kill as an oversized omnibus edition on November 4th. All You Need is Kill collects both volumes into this complete edition and features color inserts, is rated ‘T+’ for Older Teens and will be available under the Shonen Jump Advanced imprint with a print MSRP of $14.99 U.S. / $16.99 CAN. Digital editions for the pair of individual volumes are also available for $6.99 each across all platforms serviced by VIZManga.com and through the VIZ MANGA App, and are similarly available on

    Photo courtesy of Bluefin. ©1996 KODOKAWA ? NTV ? Hakuhodo ? Fujitsu ? Nippan

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    Articulated Bandai Figure to be Sold in Japan and America Source: Bluefin Corp. S.H.MonsterArts Official Site: tamashii.jp/shma (Japan) Special Thanks to Xavier Lim Drop everything and get your hands (or claws) on this amazing articulated Gamera (1996) collectible figure from S.H.MonsterArts! This spectacular rendition of Gamera from GAMERA 2: ADVENT OF LEGION (???2 ??????, Gamera 2: Region Shurai, 1996) was brought to life by Tomoo Haraguchi, the famous kaiju sculptor who created the monsters for the film. Create flying and Ultimate Plasma attack poses with the plethora of accessory parts. Posing Gamera is easy with the expertly placed articulated joints. The set comes with plasma effect parts with supports, flying pose support piece, interchangeable flying appendage parts, and display base. S.H.MonsterArts: Gamera (1996)/ S.H.MonsterArts ????1996? Product Size: Height Approximately 140mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: January 2015 (Japan), February 2015 (United States) Distributed by: Tamashii

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    Source: Art Spirits In November, the Japanese model and figure company Art Spirits will release a new PVC Godzilla as part of their Hyper Solid Series. The pre-painted and assembled figure is sculpted by Takashi “T” Yamawaki, the popular artist behind numerous Godzilla garage kits from T’s Facto. While Yamawaki`s T’s Facto kits are generally movie-accurate depictions of Godzilla, the Art Spirits figure is a more stylized representation of the King of the Monsters` design from GODZILLA 2000 (???2000 ?????, Gojira Nisen: Mireniamu, 1999), reflecting the sculptor`s desire to make Godzilla "spiky and really evil looking". The Hyper Solid Series: Godzilla 2000 figure stands approximately 20cm tall and comes with with a display base. Hyper Solid Series: Godzilla 2000/ ??????? ???2000 (Cho-gekizo Shiriizu Gojira 2000) Product Size: Height Approximately 20cm (7.9 Inches) Material: PVC (Figure), ABS (Base) Sculptor: Takashi Yamawaki Manufacturer: Plex Distributor: Art

    Celebrate 40 years of big smiles with Hello Kitty, Hello 40, now available in stores. Image courtesy of VIZ Media. © 1976, 2014 SANRIO CO., LTD

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    Comic Artists, Muralists, Toy Creators and Authors Pay Homage to the Global Icon in a Special Release Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest distributor and licensor of anime and manga in North America, joins the global celebration to mark the 40th Anniversary of global pop icon Hello Kitty with the release of Hello Kitty, Hello 40, available now. The hardcover full-color anthology features a notable line-up of some of Hello Kitty’s biggest fans paying tribute in the best way they know how: through their stories and art. Hello Kitty, Hello 40 is published under VIZ Media’s Perfect Square imprint, and carries an MSRP of $29.99 U.S. / $34.99 CAN. A digital version of Hello Kitty, Hello 40 is also available for $14.99 U.S. / CAN from the Perfect Square App, which has titles

    Photo courtesy of Bluefin. © 1999 Toho Pictures, Inc. GODZILLA and the character design are trademarks of Toho Co., Ltd. © 1999, 2014 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    Articulated Bandai Figure to be Sold in Japan and America Source: Bluefin Corp. S.H.MonsterArts Official Site: tamashii.jp/shma (Japan) Special Thanks to Xavier Lim Millennium Godzilla from GODZILLA 2000 (???2000 ?????, Gojira Nisen: Mireniamu, 1999) makes a comeback with a stunning new coloration concept by famous kaiju sculptor Yuji Sakai. From his classic dorsal plates, to the tip of his tail, every scale is painted flawlessly. Articulated joints are masterfully placed for optimum posing possibilities without detracting from the superb sculpt. The Millennium version of the King of the Monsters has a noticeably leaner, meaner sculpt than his predecessors plus the longest tail of any Godzilla figure in the series! Truly a centerpiece for any Godzilla fan and perfect for any S.H.MonsterArts collector. S.H.MonsterArts: Godzilla Millennium Special Color Edition/ S.H.MonsterArts ???????? Special Color Product Size: Height Approximately 155mm, Length Approximately 300mm Material: ABS, PVC Shipping: April 2015 (Japan),

    Princess Mononoke: The First Story presents Hayao Miyazaki’s original watercolor artwork and thoughtfully written fable that inspired the 1997 hit film. Image courtesy of VIZ Media. Mononoke Hime (1980 nen Shoki Settei Ban) by Hayao Miyazaki © 1993 Nibariki © 1993 Studio Ghibli

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    Oversized Hardcover Contains Watercolor Illustrations and Original Fable that Inspired the Groundbreaking Film Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, delivers a treat to readers and fans of famed director and pioneering creative visionary, Hayao Miyazaki, with the release of Princess Mononoke: The First Story. The oversized (11¾ x 11¾ inch) hardcover release is published under the Studio Ghibli Library imprint and carries an MSRP of $34.99 U.S. / $39.99 CAN. The beautifully illustrated storybook features Hayao Miyazaki’s original watercolor artwork, which complements his thoughtfully written fable about man’s need to maintain ecological balance with nature that became the origin for the 1997 feature film. An afterward written by Miyazaki lends further context and insights to the Mononoke story and its deep and lasting

    Jeff Zornow`s subscription variant for Godzilla: Rulers of Earth #20. Image courtesy of IDW Publishing. © 2014 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Kahlil Schweitzer IDW Publishing`s Godzilla: Cataclysm comic book mini-series ends this December, but the on-going Godzilla: Rulers of Earth series continues into 2015 with the 20th issue. New monsters take part in a melee featuring Toho favorites Godzilla, Mothra, Battra and SpaceGodzilla. Godzilla: Rulers of Earth #20 will be coming to comic book shops and retailers in January. Godzilla: Rulers of Earth #20 Writer: Chris Mowry Artist: Matt Frank Colors: Priscilla Tramontano Editor: Bobby Curnow Cover: Matt Frank Tentative In-Store Date: Late January 2015 Pages: 32 Cover Price: $3.99 It’s Godzilla vs. SpaceGodzilla for the ultimate rematch. The Cryog invasion reaches its zenith as new monsters attack across the globe! What unexpected character will Lucy meet? Subscription Variant Cover: Jeff Zornow About IDW Publishing IDW is an award-winning publisher of comic books, graphic novels and trade

    Resident Evil: The Marhawa Desire Vol. 1. Image courtesy of VIZ Media. © CAPCOM © 2012 NAOKI SERIZAWA / AKITASHOTEN

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    Discover the Terrifying Beginnings of the C-Virus and Enjoy a Free Preview for Halloween ComicFest 2014 Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, gives gamers and action fans a special FREE sneak preview of its forthcoming Resident Evil: The Marhawa Desire manga series as part of the company’s participation in 2014 Halloween ComicFest. The terrifying 5-volume apocalyptic action thriller was created by Naoki Serizawa and serves as a prequel to the storyline of CAPCOM’s bestselling RESIDENT EVIL 6 game property. The manga series is rated ‘M’ for Mature Readers and will launch on November 18th under the VIZ Signature imprint. Resident Evil: The Marhawa Desire Vol. 1 will carry a print MSRP of $12.99 U.S. / $14.99 CAN. Held each year, Halloween ComicFest is

    Tokyo Ghoul. © Sui Ishida / Shueisha

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    Publisher Announces a Harrowing New Action Horror Series and a Hilarious New Shojo Manga Title Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, announced the acquisition of a pair of exciting new manga titles during panels held during the recent New York Comic Con 2014. Fans attending the East Coast’s biggest pop culture and comics event enthusiastically welcomed the announcement of the Summer 2015 launch of creator Sui Ishida’s horror action series, Tokyo Ghoul, which will be published under the VIZ Signature imprint, as well as Go Ikeyamada’s cross-dressing comedy, So Cute It Hurts!!, set to be published under the Shojo Beat imprint. Both titles will be released in print as well as digitally. Tokyo Ghoul (????-????????-, Tokyo Guuru) Rated ‘T+’ for Older Teens ·

    All You Need is Kill key art by Takeshi Obata. Image courtesy of VIZ Media. © 2014 by Hiroshi Sakurazaka, Ryosuke Takeuchi, Yoshitoshi ABe, Takeshi Obata/SHUEISHA INC.

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    Artist Takeshi Obata to Appear at Panels and Exclusive In-Person Signing Sessions at NYCC and During New York Super Week Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press release Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, and ReedPOP, the largest producer of pop culture events in the world, are proud to welcome one of Japan’s preeminent manga artists -- Takeshi Obata -- for his first-ever U.S. personal appearance. His visit is co-presented by The Japan Foundation. The acclaimed artist of smash hit manga series such as Death Note, Bakuman?, Hikaru no Go, Ral?grad and All You Need is Kill will appear at several events during the 2014 New York Comic Con. Taking place October 9th- 12th at the Jacob Javits Convention Center, New York Comic Con is the East Coast`s

    Photo courtesy of X-Plus. TM & © 1961,2014 TOHO CO.,LTD.

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    Source: X-Plus Co., Ltd. Special Thanks to Sachiko Ikenouchi A SCIFI JAPAN EXCLUSIVE Earlier this month, SciFi Japan posted information and photos of the giant monster figures scheduled for release by X-Plus Co., Ltd. in late November 2014. Mothra (1964 Edition) from MOTHRA VS GODZILLA (???????, Mosura Tai Gojira) was also planned for November, but has been postponed and will be re-solicited at a later date. In its place, X-Plus has now announced an exclusive "light up" reissue of Mothra (1961). X-Plus` monster figures can be purchased directly from the company`s official Shounen Ric website. Shounen Ric offers Limited Editions of the figures with exclusive features or bonus pieces not available from other retailers. The standard figures are also sold by stores and online retailers including amazon.com, amazon.co.jp and SFJ sponsor Anime Jungle. Toho Large Monsters Series: Mothra (1961 Version) -- Shounen Ric Exclusive Reissue

    Honey Blood. Image courtesy of VIZ Media. © 2009 Miko MITSUKI/SHOGAKUKAN

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    Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases Special Thanks to Jane Lui and Erik Jansen VIZ Media, LLC, the largest distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, celebrates the arrival of Fall with two bloodthirsty romances from the Shojo Beat imprint. The bestselling Black Bird ignites passions on October 21st with the debut of the complete 18-volume manga box set, which includes an exclusive premium art book! And the is-he-or-isn`t-he-a-vampire series Honey Blood arrives on October 7th at favorite retailers everywhere! Miko Mitsuki’s shojo manga series Honey Blood offers a fiery mixture of bloodthirsty romance and supernatural intrigue. Volume 1 of the 3-part series is rated ‘T’ for Teens, and print volumes each carry an MSRP of $9.99 U.S. / $12.99 CAN. In the opening volume, everyone is on edge when a girl at Hinata Sorazono’s school is attacked by what seems to be

    Photo courtesy of Creative Covers for Golf. GODZILLA TM & © Toho Co., Ltd. © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. © 2014 Creative Covers

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    Source: Creative Covers for Golf Official Movie Site: Godzillamovie.com Special Thanks to Glenda Frisk Golfers can now destroy the course with the new Godzilla Head Cover. Manufactured by Creative Covers for Golf, this official Warner Bros. licensed design is based on the 2014 movie GODZILLA. The cover is made of durable plush fabrics with an interior lining and knit sock for a secure fit and protection on regular and most oversized clubs sizes up to a 460cc driver. The Godzilla Licensed Head Cover can be ordered through both stores and online retailers. Click ‘Where to Buy’ for a list of retailers. Manufacturer: Creative Covers for Golf Item Number: 15810 SRP: $35.99 About Creative Covers for Golf Headquartered in Vancouver, BC with distribution centers in Vancouver, BC and Blaine, WA, Creative Covers for Golf was founded by Lorne Kotzer & Barbara Kotzer. Lorne has been in the

    Photo courtesy of Diamond Select Toys. © 2014 Diamond Select Toys. GODZILLA and the character design are trademarks of Toho Co., Ltd. © 1995, 2014 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    Source: Diamond Select Toys press release Special Thanks to Zach Oat The future is now! By which we mean that a bunch of future releases from Diamond Select Toys are now up for pre-order from your local comic shop or specialty retailer! This month`s limeup includes a new Burning Godzilla Bank and a Classic Godzilla Metal Bottle Opener. Read on for details, and pre-order today at your local comic shop! Godzilla Burning Godzilla 12" Vinyl Figural Bank? A Diamond Select Release! Godzilla is more than just a giant monster -- he`s also a walking nuclear reactor! This new vinyl bank of the King of All Monsters depicts him as he appeared in 1995`s GODZILLA VS. DESTOROYAH (???vs??????, Gojira Tai Desutoroia), when his atomic heart began to overheat. This figure bank comes with an all-new black-and-orange color scheme, this 12-inch-tall, full-figure bank features collectible-quality paint applications, as well

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