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Sunday, June 30, 2019
Super7's Revenge of the Boodega Pop-Up Shop SDCC 2019 Exclusives
No words are really necessary about the eye candy on these exclusives but damn this is just the beginning of what Super7 will be bringing to SDCC this year. For those who don't have a SDCC badge, you don't need one to attend any of Super7's Pop-Up Shops which is located at their San Diego store just a few blocks away from the San Diego Convention Center.
IDW Doubles Down on Annual Comic-Con Dinner with Two Special Guests: WALTER SIMONSON and STAN SAKAI!
IDW Welcomes Fans to a Memorable Evening with Two Comic Book Legends, Featuring Original Illustrations by Each Artist, Rare Collectible Books, and More!
SAN DIEGO, CA (June 28, 2019) – Upping the ante on an annual SDCC tradition, IDW Publishing will host TWO industry legends – Stan Sakai (creator of the critically acclaimed Usagi Yojimbo) and Walter Simonson (legendary writer/artist of The Mighty Thor, Manhunter, and Ragnarök) for one very special dinner to which YOU are invited!
Godzilla Exclusive Figure for San Diego Comic Con 2019
65th Anniversary 1954 Godzilla Deluxe Vinyl Figure (2019 Convention Exclusive)
From Bandai the 65th Anniversary 1954 Godzilla Deluxe Vinyl Figure (2019 Convention Exclusive) is an authentic recreation of the iconic kaiju that introduced Godzilla to the world in the 1954 Toho film Godzilla. This highly detailed 2019 Convention Exclusive Godzilla features accurate sculpting in a limited edition translucent flake vinyl with added paint treatments for enhanced realism. The exclusive package is a displayable window box with premium sleeve.
- 1954 Godzilla commemorating Godzilla’s 65th anniversary
- 6.5” tall translucent flake vinyl Godzilla with exclusive enhanced deco
- Displayable window box with premium sleeve
- Officially licensed by Toho Co., Ltd.
- Price $30
TRAVEL CHANNEL TO HOST PANEL AND DISCUSSION AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON
TRAVEL CHANNEL TO HOST PANEL AND DISCUSSION AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON:
GHOST ADVENTURES LIVE!
Ghost Adventures’ Zak Bagans and His Paranormal Team to Present a Panel and be Available for Interviews at San Diego Comic-Con to Discuss the Hit Travel Channel Series
WHAT: Travel Channel brings you the paranormal investigators and stars of their hit series Ghost Adventures, LIVE! at Comic Con! Join Zak Bagans and his paranormal team as they share stories from their most memorable and horrifying encounters. Fans will get the chance to hear firsthand all of the behind-the-scenes details that go into creating this wildly-popular franchise. The team will also debut never-before-seen footage! This is a panel for the true believers who want to hear it all. Those in attendance will have the chance to ask their own burning questions to their favorite ghost hunters. Plus, they’ll receive an EXCLUSIVE giveaway and be among the first to hear exciting news from the team!
WHO: Stars of Travel Channel’s Ghost Adventures and paranormal investigators Zak Bagans, Billy Tolley, Jay Wasley and Aaron Goodwin.
WHERE: 7AB
WHEN:
Sunday, July 21, 2019
Panel: 1:00pm – 1:50pm PT
TBS Brings Snowpiercer to SDCC with an All-Star Panel and Exclusive First Look at the Series Premiere
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The 6th annual Her Universe Fashion Show returns to San Diego Comic-Con to celebrate "The Power of Fashion"
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Todd McFarlane To Appear At San Diego Comic-Con
Tempe, AZ - June 27, 2019 - In the midst of making history with SPAWN 300 and 301, Todd McFarlane has confirmed his appearance as a Special Guest at San Diego Comic-Con. Fans will have the chance to meet the creator of SPAWN from Thursday, July 18ththrough Sunday, July 21st at Image Comics booth #1915. Todd will be serving on numerous panels, as well as, hosting multiple signing sessions where fans can get their favorite comics and toys signed for FREE! Join the journey on the road to SPAWN 300 and 301, by attending any or all of the following events at San Diego Comic-Con.
Diamond Select Toys and Gentle Giant Ltd. at SDCC 2019
Comic Con International in San Diego is fast approaching, and Diamond Select Toys and Gentle Giant Ltd. will be there! Not only will they present a panel on Saturday at 12:00, they’ll also bring a bunch of awesome exclusive products that will be for sale at booth #2607. Check out the list below, and put them on your to-get list, because quantities are limited!
Real Ghostbusters Action Figures Spectral GB Box Set
The classic tan costumes return with a surprise twist in this new Ghostbusters action figures box set! Composed of ectoplasmic energy, the Spectral Ghostbusters step off the screen and into your hands, their first time in the 7” Select scale! The creepy quartet are joined by an exclusive angry Mr. Stay-Puft and an exclusive Spectral Terror Dog. Designed by Yuri Tming, sculpted by Gentle Giant Studios. $120
Godzilla Stomps into Comic Con for the First Time
Godzilla Stomps into San Diego Comic-Con for the First Time
The Famous Kaiju Is Celebrating the 65th Anniversary
of the First Film This Year
Who: Godzilla, King of the Monsters
What: Parent company TOHO will have the first dedicated Godzilla booth at SDCC with many exciting activities including:
· A fun green screen photo booth for unique social posts (#Godzilla65)
· A live mural painting by famed Godzilla artist Shinji Nishikawa
· The actual suit used in “Godzilla 2000”
· Props from films throughout the franchise’s history
· SDCC Exclusive Godzilla products
· Giveaways, photo opportunities and much more gargantuan fun!
When: July 17 – 21
Where: San Diego Comic Con, Booth #3535
DREAMWORKS ANIMATION PRESENTS SHE-RA AND THE PRINCESSES OF POWER AT SDCC 2019
DREAMWORKS ANIMATION PRESENTS
SHE-RA AND THE PRINCESSES OF POWER
AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON 2019
She-Ra and the Princesses of Power panel to be held on Friday, July 19, at 10:15am in 6BCF
at San Diego Convention Center
GLENDALE, CA – June 26, 2019 – For the honor of Grayskull! DreamWorks Animation is bringing its critically acclaimed Netflix original series She-Ra and the Princesses of Power to San Diego Comic-Con 2019 with a host of activities, including a jam-packed panel featuring executive producer Noelle Stevenson, Aimee Carrero (Adora/She-Ra), Karen Fukuhara (Glimmer), Marcus Scribner (Bow), and Lauren Ash (Scorpia) on Friday, July 19.
Titan Merchandise Brings Exclusives to SDCC 2019
Titan Merchandise will be bringing some nice TITANS Vinyl Figures exclusives to SDCC 2019 this year. Here's what they'll be bringing. The first on is a 3" Bullet Damaged Alien Warrior which will cost $10.
Factory Entertainment's Gotham GCPD Police Credentials SDCC 2019 Exclusive
Another Factory Entertainment SDCC 2019 exclusive is Gotham's GCPD Police Credentials with Vinyl ID Badge Holder. This is a set of 4 which includes James Gordon, Harvey Bullock, Edward Nygma and Dr. Leslie Thompkins.
You can pre-order this HERE for $15.
You can pre-order this HERE for $15.
Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Get Ready to Party with XLEVELENT at San Diego Comic Con!
The team who brought you last year’s hottest event Ready Party One is returning to San Diego this year for three nights of excellent adventures.
Wednesday, July 17, 2019
Ready Party One powered by Crunchyroll
8pm-2am
Gregarious Simulations Systems cordially invites you to party in the Oasis, a place for everyone. Experience the party everyone is still talking about from last year all over again.
Ready Party One powered by Crunchyroll
8pm-2am
Gregarious Simulations Systems cordially invites you to party in the Oasis, a place for everyone. Experience the party everyone is still talking about from last year all over again.
- Immersive photo ops
- Performances by The Flux Capacitors, DJ Elliot, Chuck None and DJ The Dave
- Giveaways
- Plus many more special guests TBA
This is a fan event and not affiliated with Ready Player One, nor the studio that produced it.
Purchase tickets HERE.
“AY CARAMBA!” SPRINGFIELD TAKES OVER ANAHEIM AS THE SIMPSONS MAKE THEIR D23 EXPO DEBUT
Matt Groening, Al Jean, Matt Selman, Mike B. Anderson,
and stars Nancy Cartwright & Yeardley Smith
make their debut at D23 Expo with an entertaining panel,
autograph signing, and more!
and stars Nancy Cartwright & Yeardley Smith
make their debut at D23 Expo with an entertaining panel,
autograph signing, and more!
STREET FIGHTER 2019 PIN-UP SPECIAL: CONVENTION EDITIONS ANNOUNCED BY UDON ENTERTAINMENT
UDON ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES STREET FIGHTER 2019 PIN-UP SPECIAL: CONVENTION EDITIONS
UDON Entertainment is bringing the heat to Anime Expo and San Diego Comic-Con with two limited, special edition variant covers of the STREET FIGHTER 2019 PIN-UP SPECIAL! With stunning art by UDON veteran Rob 'Robaato' Porter, the two variant covers connect into a full picture with the ladies of Street Fighter facing off for a beach time brawl!
Fans will find the Chun-Li/Sakura/C-Viper cover exclusively at the UDON Anime Expo Booth #2623.2723 (July 4 - July 7 at the Los Angeles Convention Center). Karin/Cammy/Kolin will be available at the UDON San Diego Comic-Con Booth #4529 (July 18 - July 21). Bonus round: Robaato will be in the UDON booth at BOTH SHOWS to sign your books! Supplies are limited, stop by and grab your copies before they are gone!
STREET FIGHTER 2019 PIN-UP SPECIAL #1
DETAILS: 32pp, Full Color, Limited to 250 Copies Per Convention
MSRP: $25
STREET FIGHTER 2019 PINUP SPECIAL #1 – Chun-Li/Sakura/C-Viper –
by Robaato -Anime Expo Convention Exclusive
STREET FIGHTER 2019 PINUP SPECIAL #1 – Karin/Cammy/Kolin –
by Robaato - San Diego Comic-Con Convention Exclusive
UDON Entertainment is bringing the heat to Anime Expo and San Diego Comic-Con with two limited, special edition variant covers of the STREET FIGHTER 2019 PIN-UP SPECIAL! With stunning art by UDON veteran Rob 'Robaato' Porter, the two variant covers connect into a full picture with the ladies of Street Fighter facing off for a beach time brawl!
Fans will find the Chun-Li/Sakura/C-Viper cover exclusively at the UDON Anime Expo Booth #2623.2723 (July 4 - July 7 at the Los Angeles Convention Center). Karin/Cammy/Kolin will be available at the UDON San Diego Comic-Con Booth #4529 (July 18 - July 21). Bonus round: Robaato will be in the UDON booth at BOTH SHOWS to sign your books! Supplies are limited, stop by and grab your copies before they are gone!
STREET FIGHTER 2019 PIN-UP SPECIAL #1
DETAILS: 32pp, Full Color, Limited to 250 Copies Per Convention
MSRP: $25
STREET FIGHTER 2019 PINUP SPECIAL #1 – Chun-Li/Sakura/C-Viper –
by Robaato -Anime Expo Convention Exclusive
STREET FIGHTER 2019 PINUP SPECIAL #1 – Karin/Cammy/Kolin –
by Robaato - San Diego Comic-Con Convention Exclusive
Factory Entertainment's IT The Movie Bundle SDCC 2019 Exclusive
Another Factory Entertainment exclusive is the IT Movie Bundle which features a Kuzo and a Plush. You can pre-order the bundle HERE for $35.
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Super7 Presents the "Revenge of the Boodega" Pop-Up Store for SDCC 2019
Get ready for all of Super7's fun pop-up events and exclusive merchandise! First pop-up store announced is the Revenge of the Boodega featuring Universal Monsters of course! They had so many awesome items last year. What can we expect this year? The pop-up store event takes place July 17th from 9pm to 12am to July 18th from 11am to 9pm. The Revenge of the Boodega will only at Super7's San Diego location for 2 days.
More information regarding exclusives and other events should be announced within the coming week leading up to SDCC.
More information regarding exclusives and other events should be announced within the coming week leading up to SDCC.
Todd McFarlane Productions and Image Comics Celebrate Comic Book History with SPAWN #301
Tempe, Ariz.- June 19, 2019 – With its 301st issue, Todd McFarlane’s SPAWN becomes the longest running creator-owned comic book in the world!
Hasbro's Uglydolls Artist Series SDCC 2019 Exclusive
Announced on ComicBook.com is Hasbro's SDCC 2019 Exclusive Uglydolls Artist Series Wedgehead, Moxy & Wage Box Set. This set will be available at the Hasbro booth for $35.
KUZOS SDCC 2019 Exclusives
Factory Entertainment will be debuting their KUZOS line of collectibles at SDCC this year. They will have 3 special exclusives which are Wonder Woman's Tiara, Game of Thrones Iron Throne Gold Variant and Star Trek Discovery Starfleet Hand Phaser Gold Variant. They will cost $10 each. You can pre-order them HERE for pickup at the show or have them shipped to you.
NICKELODEON BRINGS SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS’ BIKINI BOTTOM TO LIFE AT COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL
NICKELODEON BRINGS
SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS’
BIKINI BOTTOM TO LIFE AT COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL:
SAN DIEGO JULY 18-21, 2019
Nick’s 1800 Square-Foot Booth Commemorates 20 Years of the Iconic Series
with Immersive Experience featuring The Krusty Krab, The Chum Bucket
and Mrs. Puff’s Boating School
DISNEY CHANNEL AND DISNEY JUNIOR STARS TO MEET FANS EVERY DAY AT D23 EXPO 2019
Kermit the Frog Joins Q&A Session with Creators and Voices Behind Disney Television Animation’s Hit Series Amphibia and Big City Greens
Meet-and-Greets with Stars from DuckTales, Big Hero 6 The Series, ZOMBIES, Raven's Home, Sydney to the Max,
Coop & Cami Ask the World, BUNK'D, and Just Roll With It
Plus Photo Opportunities with Popular Disney Junior Characters Fancy Nancy and Vampirina
Limited-Edition T-Shirts Featuring Classic Disney Channel Favorites Available for Purchase Exclusively for D23 Expo Attendees
Factory Entertainment Launches KUZOS
Factory Entertainment Launches KUZOS™ Line Of Diecast Metal Collectibles During San Diego Comic-Con With Limited Exclusives
Concord, CA - Factory Entertainment, Inc., has launched a series of limited edition San Diego Comic-Con collectibles from their brand new proprietary line of metal miniature collectibles called KUZOS™.
Famous Monsters SDCC Exclusive Hammer Ack-Ives Variant Cover
Famous Monsters announces their first SDCC 2019 exclusive which is a variant cover of The House of Hammer As
a companion to the original cover featuring Christopher Lee as Dracula,
the Comic-Con Exclusive bears a striking cover image of Lee as the
Creature in THE CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN. Both covers were painted by Sanjulian, who has been in the FM cover art family since 1972.
Best
of all, even if you can't make it to Comic-Con, we've made this
exclusive cover available for reservations that will ship after the con!
Sideshow SDCC 2019 Exclusives
Sideshow's SDCC 2019 Exclusives will be going up for pre-sale tomorrow, Thursday, 6/20/2019 for 3 of their exclusives. These 3 exclusives: The Mad Titan (Gold Edition), Neon Tech Iron Man 2.0 and Iron Man Mark 1 Statue will be up for pre-sale between Noon to 3pm Pacific. SDCC attendees will need to pick these up at Sideshow's Booth #1929.
Lots of Funko SDCC 2019 Exclusives
And it has begun! Last week a trio of Funko exclusives were announced (see here). The past couple of days Funko has been announcing a lot of different exclusives this year and most of them seem to be shared exclusives which is good for those who can't go to SDCC or those who were not fortunate to get a picked in in the SDCC portal.
Below are the exclusives that have been announced this week so far (6/17-6/19).
Pop! Gamora (Hot Topic) |
Saturday, June 15, 2019
Monogram's SDCC 2019 Exclusives
Monogram has been slowly announcing their exclusives the past couple of weeks. The first one is the Stitch Lanyard with Pin Set. Edition of 1500 and will cost $20.
Funko Announces First 3 SDCC 2019 Exclusives
Funko announced their first 3 exclusives for SDCC 2019 so far. We all know by now that there will be plenty more exclusives coming from Funko. The first one above is Toucan the Comic-Con International Mascot which is an exclusive POP! Figure. This is also the 50th Anniversary for San Diego Comic Con.
Mattel's SDCC 2019 Exclusives
Mattel has announced a few of their exclusives so far. Not sure if there will be any other announcements. The first one that was announced was the Hot Wheels Mario Kart Metal Mario Die-Cast. This will cost $25.
Hasbro Star Wars & Power Rangers SDCC 2019 Exclusives
Hasbro has revealed a few of their SDCC 2019 exclusives. The first 3 are Star Wars figures which was announced by IGN. In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back, Star Wars The Black Series 6-inch Boba Fett will be released at the Hasbro booth for $24.99.
Aquaman REVO SDCC 2019 Exclusive
Factory Entertainment's next SDCC 2019 Exclusive is the Translucent Blue Aquaman REVO 4" Figure. You can pre-order this to pick up at the show or ship it to you HERE for $15.
Batman: Hush Arrives 1 Week Earlier on 4K/Blu-ray
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment announced that they will be releasing Batman: Hush on 4K/Blu-ray one week earlier on August 6, 2019 (also includes DC Universe streaming). Digital release remains on July 20th.
SDCC Exclusive DC Comics Vigilante Deluxe Statue
Icon Heroes presents the Vigilante Deluxe statue based on the DC Comics character created by Marv Wolfman! This statue includes two interchangeable heads (a masked and an unmasked head of Adrian Chase, who first appeared as Vigilante in New Teen Titans Annual #2), two interchangeable weapons to hold in his right hand (a sai and a brand), and two interchangeable right hands (one to hold a weapon and another holding his mask). Vigilante stands approximately 8.5 inches tall, one leg perched on his bullseye where his sai and brand can be stored. This statue is made of high-quality polystone resin, hand painted, individually numbered, and includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 250 and will cost $100.
- If you are attending San Diego Comic Con, you may buy their show exclusives at their booth #3345. You may not pre-order their exclusives here and then pick them up in their booth. If you pre-order their exclusives here then they will be shipped to you after the show, beginning July 22, 2019.
- If you are unable to attend this year's San Diego Comic Con, they will have an extremely limited quantity of their show exclusives available for pre-order online June 17-21, 2019 at https://www.iconheroes.com/
collections/sdcc2019! There will be a limited quantity available for pre-order each day. Pre-orders will be charged immediately but they will not begin shipping pre-orders until July 22, 2019. They will only ship to the United States (physical addresses only - NO P.O. BOXES).
DISNEY UNVEILS ADVANCE LOOK AT LIMITED-EDITION MERCHANDISE FOR D23 EXPO 2019
During the “ultimate Disney fan event,” attendees will be able to purchase all-new collectibles, apparel, and more from shopDisney.com | Disney store, The Dream Store, and Mickey’s of Glendale
Wonder Woman with Invisible Jet with Wonder Woman & Cheetah Pin Mates SDCC 2019 Exclusive
Entertainment Earth's next SDCC 2019 exclusive is Wonder Woman's Invisible Jet with Wonder Woman and Cheetah Pin Mates. You can pre-order this HERE for $16.99.
These will be sold at SDCC first and any remaining stock will go to fulfill pre-orders.
These will be sold at SDCC first and any remaining stock will go to fulfill pre-orders.
SDCC 2019 Exclusive Batman Classic TV Batmobile with Batman & Robin Pin Mates with Batcave
Entertainment Earth's next SDCC 2019 exclusive is the Batman Classic TV Series Batmobile with Batman & Robin Pin Mates and also a papercraft Batcave. You can pre-order this dynamic duo HERE for $34.99.
Please note that these will be first sold at SDCC and any stock that is left will go to fulfill pre-orders.
Please note that these will be first sold at SDCC and any stock that is left will go to fulfill pre-orders.
Child's Play Chucky REVO SDCC 2019 Exclusive
Factory Entertainment's next SDCC 2019 Exclusive is Child's Play Chucky REVO. You can pre-order him HERE for $15 to pick up at the show or have it shipped to you.
SDCC Exclusive Cobra Kai Logo Gold Enamel Pin
Icon Heroes presents the Cobra Kai logo enamel pin, 35th anniversary gold edition! You won't need to win any All-Valley Tournaments to wear this Cobra Kai pin. Made of soft enamel, this pin measures 2 inches tall and 1.5 inches wide. Strike First. Strike Hard. No Mercy. Limited to 300 and will cost $10.
- If you are attending San Diego Comic Con, you may buy their show exclusives at their booth #3345. You may not pre-order their exclusives here and then pick them up in their booth. If you pre-order their exclusives here then they will be shipped to you after the show, beginning July 22, 2019.
- If you are unable to attend this year's San Diego Comic Con, they will have an extremely limited quantity of their show exclusives available for pre-order online June 17-21, 2019 at https://www.iconheroes.com/
collections/sdcc2019! There will be a limited quantity available for pre-order each day. Pre-orders will be charged immediately but they will not begin shipping pre-orders until July 22, 2019. They will only ship to the United States (physical addresses only - NO P.O. BOXES).
SDCC Exclusive Golden Girls Rose Gold Dress Bobblehead
Icon Heroes presents the Rose Nylund bobblehead from the hit 1980s sitcom The Golden Girls! Based on the character portrayed by Betty White, this bobblehead stands approximately 8 inches tall, is hand sculpted, and hand painted. This exclusive San Diego Comic Con version features Rose in a gold dress, shoes, and base. Limited to 500 pieces. SRP $30. You can pre-order her HERE to have it shipped to you.
- If you are attending San Diego Comic Con, you may buy their show exclusives at our booth #3345. You may not pre-order their exclusives here and then pick them up in their booth. If you pre-order their exclusives here then they will be shipped to you after the show, beginning July 22, 2019.
- If you are unable to attend this year's San Diego Comic Con, they will have an extremely limited quantity of their show exclusives available for pre-order online June 17-21, 2019 at https://www.iconheroes.com/
collections/sdcc2019! There will be a limited quantity available for pre-order each day. Pre-orders will be charged immediately but we will not begin shipping pre-orders until July 22, 2019. They will only ship to the United States (physical addresses only - NO P.O. BOXES).
Zenescope Entertainment Announces Their 2nd Annual VIP Comic Fest
HORSHAM, PA, June 11, 2019 — Zenescope Entertainment officially announces their 2nd Annual VIP Comic Fest set to be held in downtown Philadelphia. Taking place August 9th and 10th, the festival is exclusive to Zenescope VIP Members.
Mezco Toyz One:12 Collective Gomez Street Edition Summer 2019 Exclusive
Mezco Toyz's first Summer 2019 Exclusive (SDCC 2019) is One:12 Collective Gomez Street Edition figure. Pre-orders are full but you can still be added to the waitlist HERE. If you are attending SDCC this year, you have another chance of picking up this exclusive at their booth #3445 for $90.
Factory Entertainment's JAWS Lithograph SDCC 2019 Exclusive
Factory Entertainment's next SDCC 2019 exclusive is the JAWS Lithograph featuring the artwork of Randy Martinez. The lithograph is 18' x 24". You can pre-order this HERE for $20. You can pre-order to have it shipped or you can pre-order it and pick up at the show.
Naruto Shippuden 1/6 Scale Bust by Gecco
Gecco announced the Naruto Shippuden 1/6 Scale Bust. The first 3 to be made is Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura.
This bust collection features 3 ninjas at a time (three-man cell) from "Naruto Shippuden." Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura mark the start of this exciting series. The characters are recreated in 1/6th scale, a statue size Gecco excels at. This scale is the perfect size to capture the sensitive facial expressions, atmosphere and to sculpt every single detail of the costume without compromise.
While the "Bust Format" is utilized to pursue both affordable and collectible item, the body cut lines are thoroughly calculated to make the characters even more attractive.
This bust collection features 3 ninjas at a time (three-man cell) from "Naruto Shippuden." Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura mark the start of this exciting series. The characters are recreated in 1/6th scale, a statue size Gecco excels at. This scale is the perfect size to capture the sensitive facial expressions, atmosphere and to sculpt every single detail of the costume without compromise.
While the "Bust Format" is utilized to pursue both affordable and collectible item, the body cut lines are thoroughly calculated to make the characters even more attractive.