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SUMO TROOPER T-SHIRT by Kris Dufler x outsmART originals

April 2013 - Legendary fighters known for their strength and wisdom, these elite imperial warriors were not to be trifled. Fighting inside the dohyo or 'the inner circle' taking on all challengers, these wrestlers never knew defeat and now you can support the troops with this new tee designed by Kris Dufler (Kid iNK iDUSTRiES), the Sumo Trooper.

Based on the resin release of several exclusive Sumo Trooper figures over the holiday weekend, outsmART originals is pleased to bring another steller offering to the world. As a bonus, there will be a special incentive exclusive version created as a giveaway for one lucky winner - just for preordering this t-shirt and supporting the artist!

LUCASFILM AND DARK HORSE ANNOUNCE THE BIGGEST EVENT IN THE HISTORY OF STAR WARS COMICS!

George Lucas's original-draft screenplay for The Star Wars to be adapted by J. W. Rinzler and Mike Mayhew!

APRIL 2013, MILWAUKIE, OR - It's no April Fools' prank! Dark Horse is honored to announce a dream project: working with J.W. Rinzler, executive editor at LucasBooks, and artist Mike Mayhew (Avengers) to adapt the rough-draft original screenplay which spawned the biggest franchise in film history!

Three years before his 1977 film, George Lucas put down on paper his first story set in a galaxy far, far away - a tale of fantastic adventures, daring escapes, "lazer swords," romance, and monsters. A story of Jedi Annikin Starkiller and General Luke Skywalker, an alien named Han Solo, and evil Sith Knights. The screenplay was titled The Star Wars!

The Munsters Select Action Figures Are Hotroddin' in Series 3

April 2013 - The Munsters are back! Following up on two successful series of 7-inch action figures based on the classic TV show, Diamond Select Toys has created a third offering of America's favorite monster family! In the "Hotrod" series, Herman, Grandpa and Lily are back in all-new, episode-specific outfits, with a new family member (Uncle Gilbert) and a new build-an-accessory (the family staircase with Spot)! Collect all four to build another part of 1313 Mockingbird Lane! Sculpted by Jean St. Jean!

The Munsters Select: Hotrod Herman

Diamond to Distribute Japanese Action Figures and Toys Based on VIZ Media Properties in North America

(BALTIMORE, MD) - (April 2013)- Diamond Comic Distributors and VIZ Media, LLC have reached an agreement that will distribute Japanese merchandise based on the company's highly sought after properties in North America for the first time, including products based on the commercially successful and acclaimed titles NARUTO, BLEACH, TIGER & BUNNY, BERSERK, DEATH NOTE, and INUYASHA. Diamond Comic Distributors will carry a broad selection of action figures, toys, and collectibles from licensed VIZ Media titles, previously unavailable outside of Japan due to licensing restrictions.

K'NEX® BRANDS and the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Take Steps to Find A Cure

K'NEX to donate 10% of online sales to the CCFA during the month of April

Hatfield, PA, April 2013 – K'NEX Brands, the only US construction toy company focused on Building Worlds Kids Love ®, is proud to announce that for the sixth year in a row it will donate a percentage of online sales to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA), a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to finding the cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

Now through April 30th 10% of all online sales made on http://www.knex.com will be donated to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation. Donations are accepted with or without making a purchase.

"We are honored to be able to help this tremendous organization," said Michael Araten, K'NEX President & CEO. "With over 1.4 million people, including over 150,000 children, suffering from Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, we are thrilled to provide funds for vital research and education programs."

March 2013 - Funko has announced five new POP! vinyl figures based on Adventure Time characters.

Expect to see Finn, Jake, Marceline, Lumpy Space Princess, and Ice King in stores around April 18th.

March 2013 - Funko has announced eight new POP! Sports vinyl figures based on NBA players. Expect to see them in stores around April 25th.

The eight figures in Series 2 are:

• Kobe Bryant
• Chris Paul
• Dwight Howard
• Jeremy Lin (Rockets)
• Ricky Rubio
• Dirk Nowitzk
• Amar'e Stoudemire
• Dwayne Wade

William Shatner and the Alien Gorn Settle 40-Year Feud

The Former Rivals Showdown in Promo for Upcoming Release of STAR TREK®: THE VIDEO GAME

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., March 29, 2013 -- More than four decades after they first squared off on an isolated desert planet, William Shatner comes face-to-face again with the menacing Gorn species of STAR TREK fame to settle a longstanding feud... but this time the battle begins on a comfy sofa with the two former foes seated in front of a video screen as they fight again in promotion for the April 23 release of STAR TREK: THE VIDEO GAME.

The original Kirk-Gorn duel was seen in the classic 1967 "Arena" episode of the STAR TREK series. Millions of people have viewed the original on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SK0cUNMnMM.

Telltale and DC Entertainment Announce 'The Wolf Among Us'

SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Mar. 28, 2013 -- Leading developer and publisher of digital entertainment, Telltale Games, in cooperation with DC Entertainment, unleashes 'The Wolf Among Us' this summer. Based on Bill Willingham's award-winning comic book series 'FABLES' and licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, Telltale Games will premiere its new series on Xbox LIVE Marketplace for Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®Network, and on PC and Mac from the Telltale Online Store and other digital distribution outlets.

Walking Dead Minimates Series 3 is Nearly Here!

March 2013 - The Season 3 finale of "The Walking Dead" airs this weekend, and readers of the long-running Skybound comic book on which the show is based cannot wait to see how the Prison vs. Woodbury story arc will play out on the small screen. Coincidentally, Diamond Select Toys is busy prepping their third series of comic-based Walking Dead Minimates for release, and we thought we'd show off the final packaging for the Toys "R" Us assortment! Rick in Riot Gear with Guard Zombie, Dexter with Dreadlock Zombie, Glenn with Vest Zombie and Carol with Pole Zombie are all due out at Toys "R" Us and on toysrus.com in May. Around the same time, comic shops and specialty stores will get their own exclusive assortment, including Rick, Dexter, Hershel and Tyreese. Check out the pics, pre-order the specialty assortment and enjoy the finale!