TR!CKST3R Symposia 2: Art in the 3rd Dimension: Design, Manufacture, and Distribution of Your Creator-Owned Toy

TR!CKST3R will be back during SDCC this year at the Tavern Bowl. This year they will have various Symposia during the course of SDCC. The ones that stand out to us is Symposia 2: Art in the 3rd Dimension: Design, Manufacture & Distribution of Your Creator-Owned Toy. Symposia 2 info below:

Maybe you’re a toy fanatic wanting to take the next logical step, or maybe you have a comic character that you’d like to share with your fans in a new way. You’ve heard of plenty of artists who produce their own toys. But you don’t have their contacts – where do you begin? 

Turning your artwork into a three-dimensional, manufactured figure is a lengthy but rewarding process. Learn from experience how to work with sculptors, designers, and prototype developers to develop a toy of your very own. Through the process, you’ll think of your character in completely different ways as you wrestle with the limits of manufacturing technologies, the spectrum of production methods, factory minimums, and your own finances. It’s challenging, but it is possible. Meet our panel of toymakers and find out how close you are to… the third dimension!

Join a cadre of today’s top storytellers in this unique 2-hour discussion workshop designed to bolster the craft of creating unique characters from the ground up.
Participating storytellers include JEFF PIDGEON (Happy Beaver, TR!CKSTER FOX, Pidgeon Toys), BRIAN FLYNN (Hybrid Design, Super7), DAVE PRESSLER (Robot and Monster), KLIM KOZINEVICH (Bigshot Toyworks), DOV KELEMER (DKE Toys), SCOTT MORSE (Strange Science Fantasy), and more to be announced shortly!

FRIDAY, July 19, 2013
10:00 AM -12:00 PM

Each Symposia will cost $40. Limited to 25. You can buy your tickets HERE. They also just added a Deluxe Ticket where you will also receive an exclusive TR!CKST3R Artic Fox Toy. This ticket will cost you $80. Unfortunately there is also an added service fee charged to the tickets by the ticket company they are using.

Check out the Tr!ckst3r website for all their events during SDCC.

Preview Max Toy Co.'s X-Ray Kaiju Negora Mini

Max Toy Co teased on twitter/instagram that the X-Ray Kaiju Negora Mini will be released in the next week. Follow Max Toy for release info. Looks awesome!!!

Rampage Killer Krampus Release

Rampage Toys will be releasing the RAMPAGE Killer Krampus this coming Saturday, July 6th at 11AM Japan (Friday, July 5th at 10PM EST) in their online store HERE.

Butcher Brand "Sector 8" Megara Lottery

Butcher Brand's "Sector 8" Megara Lottery release is now open. Send your email entry to Butcherlee127@gmail.com  and put " Sector 8 " in the subject line. $55+shipping. Lottery closes on Wednesday, July 3rd at Midnight. One Entry per person. Winners will be notified within 72 hours once the Lottery closes.

Preview Metacrypt's T-Shirt for SDCC

Metacrypt will be selling a small run of t-shirts of this design at SDCC. Stop by booth #4503 to pick up a shirt. Metacrypt will be announcing more of their SDCC plans soon.

Update: $20 & available Wed-Sun at Brian Ewing's booth (#4503) while supplies last.

Kidrobot's SDCC 2013 Exclusives Teasers

Kidrobot posted these SDCC teasers on their blog. I see some Labbits, Bart Simpson, Dunny etc... Make sure to stop by Kidrobot's Booth #4945. Hopefully more info will be revealed by SDCC.

DKE GID Count Calorie by Ron English SDCC 2013 Exclusive

DKE will be releasing Ron English's GID Count Calorie at SDCC. Limited to 100. $100 tax included. LOL! These are awesome!

Hi-Fructose Reveals Audrey Kawasaki SDCC Exclusive Prints

"Things Unsaid"

"Keeper"

Hi Fructose revealed their Audrey Kawasaki SDCC Exclusive Prints. Release & price details TBA. Hi Fructose will be part of the Last Gasp booth this year and that's where you'll be able to pick up their exclusives.

Bakerz Dozen at Grass Hut

Grass Hut will be hosting the Bakerz Dozen on Wednesday, July 3rd. The Bakerz Dozen show features 13 Artists/Skateboarders each with their own deck design & an art show.

Here's the lineup:

6 of each deck is up for pre-order. Details below from the Bearturds FB. 

"6 of each for pre-sale, 4 for the night of the opening for local sale, artists get 3, and 1 of each goes toward the powell st skatepark raffle.

Shipping in the states $15 flat rate. International, sorry actual shipping, which is usually a lot for decks.
$66 each, call it out in an email to- rainbowmaster@earthlink.net, and we will get a total going.
If you want a six pack $360 and you get the silk screen print
Full set of 13 decks $720 and you get the silk screen print
2 color Silk Screen print $20 shipped, multiple colorways"

Kotobukiya's Harley Quinn Unmasked Bishoujo Statue SDCC 2013 Exclusive

Kotobukiya announced the Harley Quinn Unmasked Bishoujo Statue as their first SDCC 2013 Exclusive. Pre-orders for those unable to attend will start on Monday, July 1st in their online retail store. Only a limited amount will be up for pre-order.

"As a unique twist to the fan favorite DC Comics Harley Quinn Bishoujo statue Kotobukiya is excited to announce its 2013 convention exclusive, Harley Quinn Unmasked! Inspired from an original illustration by Japan’s renowned Shunya Yamashita, Ms. Quinzel is captured in a candidly playful moment (sans her makeup and headgear) in the Japanese Bishoujo (pretty girl) style.

Available for purchase exclusively during SDCC at Kotobukiya booth# 2601. This extremely limited release comes from a one-time production run; once she’s gone she’s gone for good! 

Featuring an all-new head sculpt and paint deco this statue is constructed of quality PVC and stands 10 inches tall (in 1/7 scale) on a golden hammer base. Sculpted by Masahiro “Gill Gill” Takahashi, display Harley Quinn on her own or together with other DC femme fatales like Poison Ivy, Catwoman, and Batgirl!" 

Cop A Squat Toys Mini Show at Grass Hut

Grass Hut will be hosting a Cop A Squat Mini Show this Wednesday, July 3rd. There will be a Grass Hut exclusive Semi Korosiya seen in the pic above as well as some prints and other goodies.

Funko Reveals 8 SDCC Exclusives

As you all know Funko released a list of hints for 57 SDCC 2013 Exclusives. They have just revealed 8 of their SDCC Exclusives with more to be revealed leading up to SDCC.

Metallic TMNT POP!s

Blood Splattered The Walking Dead POP!s

Alien & Predator Green Blood Splatter POP!s

MUST HAVE TMNT!!!! ;)

Cartoon Network Plans ADVENTURE TIME & REGULAR SHOW Extravaganzas at SDCC 2013

Cartoon Network Plans ADVENTURE TIME and REGULAR SHOW

Extravaganzas at 2013 San Diego Comic-Con 

Adventure Time Booth to Feature Replica of the Ice King’s Castle

  Regular Show Regular Zone Experience at New Children’s Museum of San Diego

Back-to-Back Adventure Time and Regular Show Panels at Hilton Bayfront on Friday, July 19

At this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, Cartoon Network will once again offer the ultimate fan experience both on and off the convention floor. Taking center stage is an Adventure Time themed booth on the convention floor showcasing the Ice King’s iconic castle with an exclusive fan-centric photo opportunity. Fans again have the opportunity to collect exclusive Comic-Con giveaways including five different Adventure Time buttons.

Directly across the street from the Convention Center, Cartoon Network has joined forces for a second year with the New Children’s Museum of San Diego to offer families and kids-of-all ages a unique immersive experience. Taking its inspiration from the Emmy® award-winning series Regular Show, Cartoon Network will transform The New Children’s Museum into the Regular Show Regular Zone – a sensory feast complete with nostalgic 80’s arcade games, Regular Show inspired video games, and groovy neon lighting. Topping the museum with ginormous inflatables of series stars Mordecai and Rigby, Comic-Con goers won’t be able to miss the Regular Show Regular Zone at The New Children’s Museum which is open and free of charge throughout San Diego Comic-Con 2013.

For the first time ever, Cartoon Network will host back-to-back panels of fan favorite series Adventure Time and Regular Show at the Hilton Bayfront on Friday, June 19. Series creators and stars will participate in interactive panels, where fans can ask their burning questions and get all the behind-the-scenes secrets on their favorite shows!  Other Cartoon Network events will include panels and signings for Annoying Orange, Ben 10:Omniverse, MAD, Batman Beyond and Teen Titans Go!  as well as a sneak peak of three brand new original animated comedies: Uncle Grandpa, Steven Universe and Clarence.

Below is a list of Cartoon Network series panels, fan events and signings at 2013 Comic-Con International in San Diego, Calif., Thursday, July 18 - Sunday, July 21, 2013.  Panel times and room locations will be announced in the coming weeks.

Adult Swim Announces Annual San Diego Comic-Con Invasion

Adult Swim fans this is for YOU!!!!

"This year at San Diego Comic-Con, Adult Swim will be bringing even more entertainment, celebrities and one-of-a-kind fan experiences to their adoring fans. Adult Swim programming panels run from Thursday to Saturday, featuring creators, producers and actors from fan favorites The Venture Bros., Childrens Hospital, NTSF:SD:SUV::, Robot Chicken, Aqua TV Show Show, Squidbillies, The Eric Andre Show, The Heart, She Holler, China, IL, and sneak peeks of several new and upcoming series such as Rick and Morty, Hot Package, King Star King, and Mr. Pickles.  Adult Swim stars on hand will include Rob Corddry, Paul Scheer, Jackson Publick, Doc Hammer, Seth Green, Patton Oswalt, Amy Sedaris, Eric Andre, Hannibal Buress, and many more.  Fans can also stop by the Adult Swim booth #3721 to enjoy free mini massages and a place to escape from the hectic pace of the convention floor."

New Adult Swim Funhouse Will Dazzle and Delight

Series Panels For Fan Favorite Shows and 2014 Animated Series

Soundproof Booth Will Provide Fans a Sweet Escape

 

"Also not to be missed, the Adult Swim Funhouse will be making its official grand opening at San Diego Comic-Con, to the delight and confusion of attendees.  The magic castle will be erected across from the convention center, in the Petco Park parking lot just over the footbridge.  Fans will have a chance to enter the world of Adult Swim and get lost within the 10+ rooms. The multiple paths and room challenges will force guests to crawl, dance, and sing their way to get to the end. Those fans who survive and emerge from the Adult Swim Funhouse will receive free custom live screen printed t-shirts. Free for fans, tickets will be distributed at the Funhouse each day starting at 4:00 p.m. and will be open Thursday, July 18 – Saturday, July 20 from 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. each night."

Super7's "Late Night" Little Prick SDCC 2013 Exclusive

Super7's next SDCC 2013 exclusive is the "Late Night" Little Prick by Brian Flynn. $35 each at Booth #5245.

"Come to Comic Con to complete your collection of the cute cactus creature covered in colorful cones and quills! Brian Flynn’s Little Prick is just about four inches and ready for Late Night action. Cast in purple vinyl with green and red sprays, along with black trimmed tighty whities."

Gentle Giant Ltd The Walking Dead SDCC 2013 Exclusives

Gentle Giant Ltd announced their Walking Dead SDCC 2013 Exclusives. Gentle Giant is offering a special bundle which would include the Michonne Mini Bust, 4 "Walker" Army Men and you would receive a BONUS Replica Eye Patch that you can only get if you buy this bundle. Pre-orders are open for their Premier Guild Members right now. This Bundle is $90.

You can also pre-order the Michonne Mini Bust & "Walker" Army Men by themselves as well.

The Walking Dead Michonne Mini Bust - $80

The Walking Dead "Walker" Single Army Man for $3 each which the pre-orders is currently sold out but are still available in 2 Packs for $5.

The Walking Dead Replica Eye Patch. Unfortunately this cannot be purchased separately and is only available in the Bundle Special above.

Here's the link to pre-order them now.

DKE Toys Death Goes Pop Book by Mike Egan SDCC 2013 Exclusive

DKE will be releasing Mike Egan's Death Goes Pop Book at SDCC 2013. Limited to 100 copies. Signed & Numbered Letterpressed Book Place & Hand embellished screen print. $25 includes tax.

Super7 "Orange Fizz" Doku Duo SDCC 2013 Exclusive

Super7 "Orange Fizz" Doku Duo SDCC 2013 Exclusive. Doku Duo is part of the Monster Family. This exclusive will cost $35.

Brian Flynn’s cute and bizarre totem DOKU DUO stares (twice) into the huge crowds of San Diego Comic Con! This unique entry into the Monster Family is constructed of translucent glitter-filled orange vinyl with dark orange gradations, yellow, and light blue sprays. This Japanese soft vinyl collectible stands approximately 4 inches tall and can be rotated at the neck.

Super7 x Secret Base "Mixed Up Massacre" ZombieFighter SDCC 2013 Exclusive

Super7 x Secret Base will be releasing the "Mixed Up Massacre" ZombieFighter at SDCC 2013. $65 Each at Booth#5245.

A Super7 x Secret Base collaboration! The legendary ZOMBIEFIGHTER is stitched up and in the ring for another battle – this time as a colorful composite of various body parts! The figure is cast in various different colors of vinyl: grisley Glow-in-the-Dark torso, ghostly grey head, and gangrene green arms. Detailed throughout with blue, yellow, brown, black, and dark green sprays. The ZOMBIEFIGHTER measures almost 6 inches tall and features articulated arms and neck.

DKE Deathead S'murk Crimson by David Flores SDCC 2013 Exclusive

DKE x David Flores Deathead S'murk Crimson SDCC 2013 Exclusive Toy Release. Limited to 50 pieces. $110 includes shipping.

Super7's Foster "Glitter Grape" Vinyl Figure SDCC 2013 Exclusive

Super7 announced their 2nd Vinyl Figure SDCC exclusive, Foster "Glitter Grape" which is part of the Kandy Kaiju line. $25 each.

From the haunted bakery to your shelf - the Kandy Kaiju are monstrously cute confections. But be careful - you won’t be able to eat collect just one of these 3” sized Japanese vinyl figures! These new Kandy Kaiju characters now come in illustrated header card packaging. Everyone’s favorite cannibal cookie is back in a delicious new flavor: translucent purple vinyl with glitter throughout along with light blue sprays for the facial features and filling. FOSTER is designed by Brian Flynn.

MVH Berserker "Vader"

MVH (Mutant Vinyl Hardcore) will be releasing their Darth Vader Tribute Berserker figure through a lottery for a chance to purchase this awesome release. Limited to 20 pieces. 14" tall on Black Vinyl. Painted in silver with metallic red & blue. Comes with latex cape.
 

7 random entries will also get the chance to purchase the Sludge Head DX Chase which is painted to match the Berserker.

If you're on MVH's mailing list then you know the details on how to enter.

Super7 Reveals The Debut of Crystal-Mecha "First Strike" Vinyl Figure SDCC 2013 Exclusive

Super7 just announced their 1st Vinyl Figure Exclusive for SDCC this year. This one is the Debut exclusive release of  Crystal-Mecha "First Strike" by Brian Flynn for the Destroy All Kaiju Line.

The mechanical monster makes his long awaited Debut! Created to lead Immortal Space Emperor Phantos’ quest for galactic domination, the mighty automaton from the astron belt has made its first strike against planet Earth! CRYSTAL-MECHA features a towering television torso, heavily armor plated tail, numerous rivets and spikes, and is powered by an arcane Gem – rumored to be sourced from the center of a dying star…and which now forms the head.

CRYSTAL-MECHA is designer Brian Flynn’s first entry into the DESTROY ALL KAIJU! line of standard-sized (approximately 9” tall) vintage-inspired vinyl figures. Generously articulated at the neck, shoulders, legs, and wrists, and cast in glossy black Japanese vinyl with a translucent orange crystal head.

$95each and will be available at Booth #5245. Over the next ten weekdays, Super7 will announce another exclusive vinyl figure. By July 5th all the exclusives will be revealed.

Comic-Con International Exclusives List is UP!

A lot of exclusives from various exhibitors is now posted up on Comic-Con's Official Site. HERE's the link to the list of exclusives. The list does get updated regularly.

DKE Toys Phantom Starkiller: The Cosmic Ghoul Warrior by Killer Bootlegs SDCC 2013 Exclusive

DKE Toys released another SDCC 2013 Exclusive which is the Phantom Starkiller: The Cosmic Ghoul Warrior by Killer Bootlegs. Limited to 25 pieces. $100 tax included.

Medicom Toy Exclusive Mazinger Z & Devilman Ultrus Bog

Hopefully after SDCC you'll have some money left over for these guys. Medicom will be offering the Mazinger Z & Devilman Ultrus Bog up for pre-order starting July 24th on their site HERE. 8400 yen each + shipping.

Hannibal: Feed Your Fear Panel at Comic Con

Press Release for Hannibal Panel at SDCC 2013.

GAUMONT INTERNATIONAL TELEVISION

TO ATTEND COMIC CON IN SAN DIEGO

WITH “HANNIBAL” PANEL SET FOR THURSDAY, JULY 18^TH

Focus of panel, which includes Bryan Fuller, David Slade, Martha De Laurentiis and Hugh Dancy, is recently announced

2^nd season of Hannibal on NBC

"MTV Geekend" & "MTV2 Party In The Park" at Comic Con

MTV will have a huge presence at SDCC this year. They will be shooting an episode of  "Guy Code Honors" at Petco Park during the MTV2 Party In The Park which is their 1st huge event at Petco Park on Thursday night, July 18th from 7PM to 11PM and this event celebrates the fans at comic-con. This party is open to all comic-con badge holders and will feature live performances, free food & drinks.

MTV will also be live streaming comic-con all weekend long (Thurs-Sun).

Hi-Fructose's SDCC 2013 Exclusive Luke Chueh Red Skull Wood Print

Hi-Fructose announced another SDCC 2013 Exclusive by Luke Chueh "Red Skull" Wood Print. Size of the print is 12"x 15". Limited to 50. $75 and will be at booth #1614 (Last Gasp). This year Hi-Fructose will be at the Last Gasp booth. That's where you'll find these awesome wood prints!

DKE Toys Infected Labbit by Scott Wilkowski x Frank Kozik SDCC 2013 Exclusive

DKE Toys' next SDCC 2013 Exclusive is the  Infected Labbit by Scott Wilkowski x Frank Kozik. There will be 75 of each color (orange & purple) available. Each one will be numbered out of 75. $150 each and tax is included.

Splurrt's Teasers for Upcoming Show with BlobPus

Splurrt posted up a couple of teasers on instagram for their upcoming show with BlobPus at Rampage Studios.

More Gentle Giant Ltd's Exclusives Announced

Gentle Giant Ltd announced 2 more SDCC 2013 exclusives in addition to a whole bunch of exclusives already announced which you can see in our previous post HERE.

Premier Guild Members can pre-order now and these will ship after SDCC.

• Star Wars C-3PO (McQuarrie Concept) Mini Bust
• Star Wars Yak Face POTF Jumbo Kenner Figure

UPDATE: Lulubell Young Gohst Shi shi Mai ish Version by Grody Shogun

Lulubell will be releasing the Shi shi Mai ish Young Gohst painted by Grody Shogun this Thursday, June 27th Friday, June 28th at 1PM Pacific on their home page HERE. This is the first full paint release and a micro run. Each will include a random brain color. Super Limited. 1 Per Person. $35.

Edit- Release has been postponed due to their store server being down. These are now scheduled to be released tomorrow (Friday) at the same time. 

DKE Toys Crapzombies GID Set by Van Beater SDCC 2013 Exclusive

DKE Toys next SDCC 2013 Exclusive is the Crapzombies GID Set by Van Beater with 11x17 signed, stamped & numbered print. Limited to 100 sets. $25 tax included.

Rampage Stuidos Presents BlobPus x Splurrt

Rampage Studios Presents BlobPus x Splurrt  July 5th!

DKE Toys San Diego Ji Ja 2013 by mr clement SDCC 2013 Exclusive

DKE Toys x mr clement's San Diego Ji Ja 2013 SDCC 2013 Exclusive. Each one is handpainted, signed & numbered. Limited to 50 pieces. $45 tax included.

DKE Toys Mys'tea'rious! A Lunartik Special Brew by Matt Jones SDCC 2013 Exclusive

DKE Toys will have a bunch of SDCC 2013 exclusives this year. They will be releasing details of their release every few days or when they feel like it leading up to SDCC. Their first exclusive announced is Matt Jones' Mys'tea'rious! A Lunartik Special Brew. Limited to 100 pieces. $22 tax include. Make sure to stop by DKE Toys' Booth #5045.

Gentle Giant's SDCC 2013 Exclusives

So far this is Gentle Giant Ltd.'s SDCC 2013 Exclusives. If you're a Premier Guild Member, you can pre-order now. 2 of the pre-orders are sold out but you can still purchase them at their booth during SDCC. All pre-orders will ship after SDCC so there is NO pre-order pick ups at SDCC.

Honey Trap Whisper Variant Statue
Star Wars Admiral Ackbar "Magnitude" Mini Bust
Robert Williams Mr Bitchin' Bust & Print Set
Star Wars Boba Fett Deluxe Mini Bust
Marvel Galactus Mini Bust
Pan's Labyrinth Faun Statue
Yuki 7 Collectible Statuette

Clutter Magazine's Toy Mafia Event Tonight

Clutter Magazine's Monthly Toy Mafia event is upon us tonight, June 22nd at Concrete in NYC starting at 8PM. Exclusives from Butcher Brand, Tru:Tek, Monster Island, Bombermat Toys & Nama Niku. If anything is left, they will be available online in Clutter's store on Monday, June 24th.

MVH Death Vader Berserker Teaser

MVH Death Vader Berserker is scheduled to be released June 26, 2013. Time, Price & Pics of the Figure is TBA.

"1st version "club arm" painted Berserker in "Death Vader" homage."

via MVH

Toy Art Gallery x Paul Kaiju's "Devilman GID" Pollen Kaiser Release

Toy Art Gallery will be releasing Paul Kaiju's "Devilman GID" Pollen Kaiser this coming Friday, June 21st at Noon Pacific in their store HERE. $195 and limited to 1 per person.

"This figure is cast is luxurious glow-in-the-dark soft vinyl with an deluxe high-quality Devilman-homage paintjob featuring multiple translucent sprays, various rubs, and tons of detail. He also features his signature removable staff weapon and a clear red eye (look out for a clear-eye chase version!)."