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The Walking Dead Minimates Series 3 is Breaking Out in New Photos!

June 2013 - This week sees the release of The Walking Dead Series 3 Minimates at comic shops and specialty stores, and they're all from the famous prison story arc of the hit comic book by Robert Kirkman!

Rick, Hershel and Dexter face off against a trio of zombies in three different two-packs, and be on the lookout for a short-packed Battle-Damaged Tyreese! Hershel and Tyreese (both with Farmer Zombie) are exclusively at comic shops and specialty stores, while Rick and Dexter (with Guard and Dreadlock Zombies) are shared with Toys "R" Us stores. Two additional sets, Glenn and Carol (with Vest and Pole Zombies), are exclusively at Toys "R" Us.

Check out some new pictures of the Minimates in action below, and reserve a set at your local comic shop! Find your nearest retailer at ComicShopLocator.com!

DARK HORSE LAUNCHES ALL-NEW NEWSFEED WITH DAILY REVEALS OF 2013 COMIC-CON EXCLUSIVES!

JUNE 10, 2013, MILWAUKIE, OR - As anticipation for this year's pop culture main event grows, Dark Horse makes the first of many announcements regarding exclusive products for this year's Comic-Con International!

Every day this week, Dark Horse will reveal one item to be sold at this year's convention, exclusively on Dark Horse's all-new NewsFeed!

Up first is what will surely be one of this year's most sought-after items! Continuing in Dark Horse's incredibly successful line of collectibles based on HBO's Game of Thrones comes this limited-edition sculptural replica of the Stark shield!

This seven-inch replica comes with a hook for wall mounting and retails for $30, with a limit of two per person. Produced in an incredibly limited run of only 1,200 pieces, these are sure to go fast!

Mezco Unveils Batman Classic TV Series Mez-Itz and Batmobile with Toy Giveaway

New York, NY - June 10, 2013 - Mezco Toys is proud to partner with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Entertainment, to produce toys and vehicles based on the beloved DC Comics 1960's Batman Classic TV Series.

The Mez-Itz line will feature the likeness of the actors from the series such as Adam West and Burt Ward, famed for their iconic portrayals as the dynamic duo, Batman and Robin. Mezco's Mez-Itz line will also debut the Batman Classic TV Series toys, including the Batmobile.

Mezco will be revealing these new products to the general public for the first time on Tuesday June 25, from 11am-1pm at the famous Ripley's Believe It Or Not Odditorium on 42nd Street in New York City (http://www.ripleysnewyork.com/).

June 10, 2013 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several items of interest to collectors:

Hi - Here is a quick update on more new preorders just listed at www.bigbadtoystore.com

MP-13 Masterpiece Soundwave with Laserbeak 2nd Production Run - $159.99
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK11718&mode=re...

2013 SDCC Diamond Select Products
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=2013%20diamond%20sdcc

TG25 Orion Pax Vs. Megatron Two Pack
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK11719&mode=re...

Takara MP-19 Smokescreen - First Images
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK11669&mode=re...

10" Robocop ED-209 Figure With Sound
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=NEC12213&mode=re...

Japanese Transformers Beast Hunters - EG09 to EG12
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=3150&category=9217&page=1

June 2013 - DC Collectibles - AME-COMI: HARLEY QUINN & POISON IVY HOLIDAY 2-PACK PVC FIGURES

DESIGNED BY JIM FLETCHER & UDON STUDIOS
SCULPTED BY JEAN ST. JEAN

Celebrate the holidays with an action figure gift set featuring two of Arkham Asylum most infamous inmates, Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn. These gorgeous but deadly villains will stop at nothing to get what they want and no one will get in their way, including The Dark Knight.

Measures Approximately 9.5" Tall
$99.95 US
On Sale December 2013
Allocations May Occur

June 2013 - DC Collectibles - INFINITE CRISIS: ARCANE GREEN LANTERN STATUE

SCULPTED BY MAT BROUILLARD

A sudden assault threatens the DC Multiverse. All realities stand on the brink of annihilation. Now, the last hope for Earth lies in the powers of the DC legends.

Measures Approximately 11" Tall
$124.95 US
On Sale December 2013
Allocations May Occur

June 2013 - DC Collectibles - BATMAN BLACK & WHITE BATMAN: ARKHAM ORIGINS STATUE

SCULPTED BY GENTLE GIANT STUDIOS

Based off designs from the highly anticipated Batman: Arkham Origins video game comes the latest piece to the line of Batman Black & White statues.

Measures Approximately 6.25" Tall
$79.95 US
On Sale December 2013
Allocations May Occur

June 2013 - DC Collectibles - DC COMICS: GOTHAM CITY GARAGE CATWOMAN STATUE

Designed by Dustin Nguyen
Sculpted by Gentle Giant Studios

Gotham City's feline fatale rides out of the pages of her self-titled series and into your home with this gorgeous statue designed by superstar artist Dustin Nguyen.

Measures approximately 8.5" Tall x 15.5" Wide
$299.95 US
On Sale December 2013
Allocations May Occur

June 2013 - DC Collectibles - DC COMICS-SUPER-VILLAINS DEATHSTROKE ACTION FIGURE

Don't miss your chance to own the first-ever action figure that captures the World's Greatest Mercenary's new look from DC COMICS - THE NEW 52. Deathstroke will also be equipped with 3 accessories!

Action Figure
$24.95 US
On Sale December 2013
Allocations May Occur

June 2013 - DC Collectibles - DC COMICS-THE NEW 52 SWAMP THING DELUXE ACTION FIGURE

The Protector of the Green from the pages of the critically acclaimed series SWAMP THING is transformed into a deluxe action figure based on the designs of acclaimed artist Yanick Paquette.

FEATURES

• Poseable Wings
• Removable Shield and Sword

Action Figure
$49.95 US
On Sale December 2013
Allocations May Occur