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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

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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

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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

    Win the GODZILLA 2015 Wall Calendar from Trends International! Photo courtesy of Trends International. GODZILLA TM & © Toho Co., Ltd. © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

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    Source: Trends International Special Thanks to Michelle Kesler and Samantha Cameron Trends International is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win their GODZILLA 2015 Wall Calendar. Measuring 11.5? x 11.5? (closed), this Premium Wall Calendar feature 13 dazzling images from the 2014 movie GODZILLA by Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures. Also included are Moon phases and national holidays, plus a bonus page for September – December 2014 at-a-glance. The suggested retail price is $14.99, but here is your chance to get the GODZILLA Calendar for free! OFFICIAL CONTEST RULES and INFORMATION Prize: A. There are five (5) prizes, with each prize consisting of one (1) Trends International GODZILLA 2015 Wall Calendar. B. Prizes will be shipped to the contest winners so entrants must include a valid mailing address. This contest is only open to participants in the United States and

    The X-Plus Toho 12” Series Godzillas from KING KONG VS. GODZILLA and DESTROY ALL MONSTERS will be released in the United States for the first time. Photos courtesy of Diamond Comic Distributors. GODZILLA and the character designs are trademarks of Toho Co., Ltd. © 1962, 1968, 2014 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    New X-Plus and Marmit Vinyl Paradise Figures from PREVIEWS Source: Diamond Comic Distributors press release Special Thanks to Deborah Moreland Three PREVIEWS Exclusive Toho 12” Godzilla Vinyl Figures are available in comic shops this Wednesday, September 24 in addition to an exclusive Godzilla Millennium Sofubi. This is big news for the fans and collectors who pre-ordered them in May, 2014 and can now get them as they are available to western collectors for the first time in comic book specialty shops. • X-Plus Toho 12” Series Godzilla from KING KONG VS. GODZILLA Publisher: X-Plus USA Inc. Production Companies: Bandai, Plex Co., Ltd. & X-Plus Co., Ltd. Item Code: MAY142520 SRP: $160.00 KING KONG VS. GODZILLA (??????????, Kingu Kongu Tai Gojira, 1962), the third Godzilla picture, was produced as a commemorative movie for the 30th anniversary of Toho Co., Ltd. Godzilla fights the world famous monster, King Kong,

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    VIZ Media Launches New Sci-Fi Action Series in Print and Digitally on October 7th 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 the print and digital launch of creator Daisuke Ashihara’s thrilling sci-fi action manga series -- World Trigger (????????, Waarudo Torigaa) -- in a dedicated graphic novel format on October 7th. The series is currently being serialized chapter-by-chapter SIMULTANEOUS to Japan in the pages of the digital anthology Weekly Shonen Jump. World Trigger will be published under the Shonen Jump imprint with the first two volumes releasing simultaneously on October 7th. Volumes 1 and 2 are rated ‘T’ for Teens and will carry an MSRP of $9.99 U.S. / $12.99 CAN each. New volumes are scheduled to be released bi-monthly. Digital versions of World

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    Simon & Schuster UK to Feature VIZ Titles in India and London; Madman at Major Shows Across Australia and New Zealand Source: VIZ Media, MediaLab press releases VIZ Media, LLC, the largest publisher, distributor and licensor of manga and anime in North America, expands its global footprint as it collaborates with key multi-national distribution partners to showcase the company’s manga properties at several upcoming high-profile international comics and pop culture conventions taking place in markets eager for high quality, officially licensed English manga content. VIZ Media publishes one of the world’s most extensive and diverse catalogs of manga in English and will be highlighted by Simon and Schuster UK Ltd. and Madman Entertainment at several of the largest comic book and pop culture conventions happening across the UK, New Zealand, Australia and India throughout the rest of 2014. VIZ Media is proud to partner with Simon &

    Left: Matt Frank`s cover for Godzilla: Rulers of Earth #19. Right: Godzilla: Rulers of Earth Vol. 4 TPB cover. Images courtesy of IDW Publishing. © 2014 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Kahlil Schweitzer and Rosalind Morehead IDW Publishing has announced solicitations for Godzilla: Rulers of Earth #19, Godzilla: Rulers of Earth Vol. 4 TPB, and the final issue of the five part mini-series Godzilla: Cataclysm. All three publications are coming to comic book shops and retailers in December 2014. Godzilla: Rulers of Earth trade paperback Volumes 1-3 are also being re-solicited for December. Godzilla: Rulers of Earth #19 Writer: Chris Mowry Artist: Matt Frank Colors: Priscilla Tramontano Editor: Bobby Curnow Cover: Matt Frank Tentative In-Store Date: December 2014 Pages: 32 Cover Price: $3.99 Battle comes to Earth like never before! Humanity struggles to withstand the outer space onslaught. What will be the fate of the inhabitants of Monster Islands once it comes under attack? New monsters join the series in this issue! Subscription Variant Cover: Jeff Zornow For subscription customers only... a

    Image courtesy of SKIT! GODZILLA TM & © Toho Co., Ltd. © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

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    Create Fun Animated Shorts of the World`s Most Famous Monster Source: SKIT! Official Site: skitapp.com/godzilla Special Thanks to Curt Blakeney SKIT!, the smart phone and tablet app that creates fun animated shorts, is going toe to claw with Godzilla, the legendary mutated reptile. On September 16th, Warner Bros. released the Blu-ray version of the blockbuster 2014 movie GODZILLA and also released the movie’s skitable assets -- including Godzilla, backgrounds, props fx, and more -- for the community to create with via the SKIT! story app. It’s a pairing of exciting contradictions: SKIT! is the popular app that lets members express their individuality, creativity and imagination, while Godzilla is the global symbol of destruction and chaos. “This really is a case of opposites attract, a merger that brings together a destructive force of nature with some of the most creative people on the planet,”

    Sideshow Collectibles is now taking orders for their Godzilla (2014) maquette. Photo courtesy of Sideshow Collectibles. GODZILLA TM & © Toho Co., Ltd. © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

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    Source: Sideshow Collectibles Special Thanks to Tara Duffy Just in time for the DVD and Blu-Ray release of the visionary 2014 sci-fi action film presented by Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, Sideshow is proud to unleash the world’s most revered monster -- Godzilla! When mankind reawakens a titanic breed of terror, codenamed M.U.T.O.s (Massive Unidentified Terrestrial Organisms), our last hope for survival against these malevolent forces of nature might just lie with the most terrifying giant monster of them all. Designed and developed using original digital assets from the film, Godzilla arrives in all of his glory with awe-inspiring accuracy and detail. Dominating over a landscape reduced to rubble with his atomic roar, don’t miss your chance to bring home the big-screen behemoth with this epic work of art, a perfect tribute to the King of the Monsters! Order now at bit.ly/getgodzilla. Godzilla Maquette from

    Godzilla: Cataclysm #2 will be available from comic book shops and retailers on September 17th. Image courtesy of IDW Publishing. © 2014 Toho Co., Ltd.

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    Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Kahlil Schweitzer and Rosalind Morehead The second issue IDW`s latest Godzilla mini-series -- Godzilla: Cataclysm -- will be released this week. The five part series is scripted by acclaimed writer Cullen Bunn (The Sixth Gun, Venom) with artwork from Russ Manning Award nominee Dave Wachter (Breath of Bones, Night of 1000 Wolves). The story of Godzilla: Cataclysm begins years after the monster apocalypse that nearly destroyed mankind. An angry Godzilla returns to do battle once again! With Biollante and Mothra awakening both fears and hopes in humanity, only Hiroshi has a glimpse at the terrible truth! Will his village survive the monsters terrible onslaught? In addition to the regular edition cover by Wachter, Godzilla: Cataclysm #2 will also be available with a subscribers` variant cover from Hugo Award-winning artist Bob Eggleton. Godzilla: Cataclysm #2 (of 5) Writer: Cullen Bunn Artist: Dave

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