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MEGA Brands and Activision Announce New Premium Call Of Duty® Line Of Collector Construction Sets

Be one of the first to experience the new Call of Duty Construction Sets at New York Comic Con

MONTREAL AND NEW YORK, Oct. 8, 2013 - MEGA Brands Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, today announced a new premium line of Mega Bloks Collector Construction Sets based on the Call of Duty® franchise. The brand new line will be celebrated with an exclusive launch event at this week's Comic Con in New York, one of pop culture's biggest conventions from October 10th to the 13th.

The Call of Duty Collector Construction Sets bring a new level of sophistication and detail never before seen in the highly collectible construction category.

Call of Duty Collector Construction Sets are part of a multi-year, global license with Activision that expands upon the two companies' remarkable success in developing innovative, creative and entertaining construction collectibles.

Frank Kozik x outsmart originals NYCC Exclusives

October 2013 - ...and now for something completely different...

Expect the unexpected at NYCC this week, like these two new KOZIK limited edition exclusive t-shirts... that's right, original designs by the one and only Frank Kozik.

Outsmart Originals is grabbing on to this opportunity to release some unique and different designs by the Smorkin' Artist that are a must for Kozik collectors. From the Dead Cosmonaut (who will be joined by fellow explorers in the future) to the Day of the Dead Animal series starting with Los Gatos. Each shirt is screen printed on ultra cotton tees for both men and women and includes a sleeve screen as well - two great October themes from one great artist - these limited t-shirts are now available now and can be ordered online or picked up at the outsmart originals Booth #208 during NYCC.

http://outsmartoriginals.storenvy.com/

outsmart originals - NYCC Exclusive Releases

October 2013 - OUTSMART ORIGINALS goes all in with six more NYCC Exclusives from big names from across the globe. Each and every tee is strictly limited and screen printed on ultra cotton tees for a classic fit and available for both men and women.

Starting with a new release from JC Rivera based on his original 4" resin creation - here is what BearChamp would look like as a real bear.

Next up is our first release from SEKURE D - a whimsical design created as a monotone release, a slight departure from the colorful world of SEKURE D, this is a must for any collector.

RSIN NYCC Exclusive Collection from outsmart originals

October 2013 - We're back again with another fantastic RSIN design, the Star Whisper and for NYCC we've decided to go all out and offer more than just a t-shirt. Introducing the latest RSIN Collection featuring a new FLEX FIT 3D Embroidered Skull Logo Cap, Star Whisper T-Shirt, Pull-Over Hoodie and Dickies 1574 Workshirt. Each of these releases are extremely limited and will debut during NYCC in the outsmart originals booth, #208.

All items are also available for order at http://outsmartoriginals.storenvy.com/

See you at the show!

POWER LORDS EXCLUSIVES AT NEW YORK COMIC CON!!

October 2013 - 2013 New York Comic Con! Onell Design's booth – #102! Saturday, October 12th 1pm to 4pm! Power Lords: Ggrapptikk Grunts figures! Two versions! Extremely limited supplies! Poly-bagged, stickered and numbered! $13 each or both versions for $25!

The first variant figures to be released of the Power Lord's fan favorite character, Ggripptogg, these two Ggrapptikk Grunts feature multiple points of articulation as well as modular playability via the amazing Onell Design's Glyos "pop & play" system! Each comes with his massive Mega-Mace also featuring Glyos compatible modularity. If you remember the Power Lords: Power Solder & Elite Solder that were shared exclusives for the 2013 Power Con and Store Horsemen from a few weeks back, then you know that you need to get to the Onell Design booth early or you'll miss out!

PROJECT: EVIL APE - MCA x ARTIST COLLABORATION NYCC EXCLUSIVE

October 2013 - OUTSMART ORIGINALS is thrilled to announce a top secret plan to dominate NYCC with the arrival of PROJECT: EVIL APE. Using MCA's iconic character, we have gathered talented artists from across the globe to explore and present their interpretations as limited edition t-shirt releases. Including an all new design from MCA, perfect for the Halloween season, the DEVIL APE is followed by different incarnations designed by Sergio Mancini, Scott Tolleson, Oliver Hibert, Lamour Supreme and Evoker.

DST@NYCC: Diamond Select Panels and Exclusives at New York Comic-Con

September 2013 - Diamond Select Toys is gearing up for their next convention, and it's New York Comic-Con in the Art Asylum's home town of New York City! Not only will DST have a cool new exclusive product -- as well as the ever-popular Build-A-Minimate station -- at booth #2036, they'll also be hosting two panels full of hot new reveals!

Mezco Presents Translucent Creature From The Black Lagoon

August 2013 - New York - Mezco's award-winning design team journeyed deep into the unexplored depths of the Amazon jungle searching for fossils... instead they discovered The Creature! Mezco Toyz brings to life The Creature, from Universal's sci-fi, horror gem, The Creature From The Black Lagoon.

This Creature variant is cast in Translucent Green material.

The iconic scaled terror from the deep stands 9" tall and captures the intricate detail of the pre-historic gill-man; from his mysterious amphibious eyes, to his claw tipped webbed hands.

Mezco Presents Deluxe Breaking Bad Walter White In Green Hazmat Suit

August 2013 - New York - Mezco presents Breaking Bad Walter White Green Hazmat Suit Edition, this much anticipated figure features Walter in his green suit as seen in the episode A No Rough Stuff Type Deal.

He comes complete with a fifty-five gallon chemical drum (not shown) and a trio of lab bottles. The whole set is discreetly packaged in a collector-friendly window box package.

This Mezco Summer Exclusive is a Limited Edition of 500 pieces and is available online at http://www.mezcotoyz.com/deluxe-breaking-bad-walter-white-in-green-hazma... as well as at New York Comic Con, October 10-13.

Supplies are limited, so tread lightly!

NEW YORK COMIC CON VIP AND 4-DAY TICKETS TO GO ON SALE AT 12 NOON TODAY

Officials Announce First Spotlight Guests for 2013 Show!

Norwalk, CT, March 14, 2013: New York Comic Con (NYCC) organizers have announced that VIP and 4-Day Tickets for the 2013 pop culture extravaganza in New York City will go on sale today, March 14, 2013 at 12 noon EDT. Officials note that due to the high volume Ticket sales for NYCC 2013 will be rolled out in waves. VIP and 4-Day Tickets are limited so Fans are encouraged to buy their Tickets early. Information about 3-Day and Single Day Ticket sales will be announced in the future. Press Registration for the 2013 show will be available in early summer. VIP and 4-Day Tickets for NYCC are available for purchase at http://www.NewYorkComicCon.com.