February 2003 - Fans of the critically acclaimed anime and manga Bastard!! will now have a chance to revisit the post-cataclysmic-turned-medieval world with this new Bastard!! Polno 10" PVC Statue, now available in the U.S. exclusively through Diamond Comic Distributors!

Bastard!! is a classic anime a huge fan following. Created in 1988 by acclaimed storyteller Kazushi Hagiwara, Bastard!! is one of the most popular anime/manga franchises in the East and the West, as it has already produced several action figures which fans have fervently added to their collections, including Dark Schneider, Gabriel, and the Mikael action figures. The show also has generated a library of DVDs and videos, as well as a hit translated manga series that has increased its following. With the popularity of the property showing no signs of slowing down, fans of the show and unique collectibles will want to add this new statue to their collections.

Imported from Japan, this amazing statue, sculpted by Toui Fujiura from Kotobukiya, remarkably captures the sinfully sweet Polna as this pre-painted PVC statue, which stands 10" and ready to display. Scheduled to ship in July 2003, this is a collectible that no fan of Bastard!! will want to miss!

Fans can find this and other great products based on today's most popular music properties 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.