July 31, 2002 - Fans of Yasuhiro Nightow's popular anime/manga series, Trigun, are in for a treat this fall when Diamond Comic Distributors unveils their exclusive Vash the Stampede 12" Black Action Figure!

Set in the far future on a backwater world, Trigun follows the exploits of Vash the Stampede, a wanted gunman whose notoriety is galaxy-wide... but perhaps a bit overblown! The animated series has been making sales records on home video and DVD, and various Trigun toys and collectibles have been met with enthusiasm bordering on the fanatical � fans want these items!

Diamond answers the call with their latest import from Yamato of Japan, the Trigun: Vash the Stampede 12" Previews Exclusive Black Action Figure! Designed by Trigun creator Yasuhiro Nightow, this "black coat" variant figure is essentially the same as the previously offered standard "red coat" version � 12" tall, 13 points of articulation � but has now been re-visualized with a new costume/paint scheme! This Vash features white hair, a black fabric coat and clothing, and includes the same great accessories, including a variant hand, gun, removable sunglasses, and Kuroneko the black cat! Fans of Trigun and unique action figures will not want to miss this great new action figure collectible!

Fans can find this and other great products based on today's most popular anime at their local comics shop, or by contacting the Comic Shop Locator Service toll free at 1-888-COMICBOOK (1-888-266- 4226) or online at http://csls.diamondcomics.com.