DC Direct Products For October 2004

ARTIST SIGNATURE SERIES: ACTION FIGURE EXCLUSIVE EDITION KINGDOM COME: SUPERMAN BY ALEX ROSS

Designed by Alex Ross; sculpted by Tim Bruckner
Advance-solicited; in stores October 27. New from the DC Direct Gallery line of ultimate high-end collectibles! This premier boxed set is designed for the most discriminating of action figure, Superman and Alex Ross collectors. Collectors now have a chance to own reproductions of all stages of an action figure's development. The set features the SUPERMAN ACTION FIGURE from the KINGDOM COME set, designed by Alex Ross and sculpted by Tim Bruckner. It includes a resin reproduction of the original sculpture created from Ross’s designs, an unpainted PVC pre-production "test-shot" of the figure used to approve production molds, and a final painted variant action figure exclusive to this set. This deluxe signature series set is packaged in a deluxe gold foil-stamped gift-display box with a double-panel lid. A signed replica of Alex Ross’s original concept art, suitable for framing, is displayed on one of the inside cover panels. The opposite panel displays both a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity autographed by DC Direct premier sculptor Bruckner and a mini-booklet that tells the story of how an action figure is made.

FC, Action figure set $250.00


BATMAN HUSH: CATWOMAN, NIGHTWING, SUPERMAN & HARLEY QUINN ACTION FIGURES are intended for individual sale to consumers but are sold to retailers in Inner and Master Case assortment as well as singles. The BATMAN: THE RIDDLER ACTION is only available in Inner and Master Case assortments. Consult the Diamond Retailer Order Form for packaging details and pricing. This product is being offered simultaneously beyond the comic-book specialty market.



BATMAN HUSH 2: CATWOMAN ACTION FIGURE

Designed by Jim Lee; sculpted by Tim Bruckner
Advance-solicited; in stores October 13. DC Direct’s second series of action figures direct from the pages of the best-selling “Hush” and designed by fan-favorite Jim Lee! Selina Kyle is Gotham City’s master cat burglar — a sexy but dangerous siren who slinks through the night like fog. As Catwoman, she’s been both a friend and foe to Batman, but most recently, their entanglement has been romantic! The BATMAN HUSH: CATWOMAN ACTION FIGURE measures approximately 6 1/2” tall and features multiple points of articulation. This figure comes with removable goggles, a whip, includes a Batman logo base, and is packaged in a 4-color window box.

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BATMAN HUSH 2: HARLEY QUINN ACTION FIGURE

Designed by Jim Lee; sculpted by Tim Bruckner
Advance-solicited; in stores October 13. Love for the Joker turned psychiatrist Dr. Harleen Quinzel from a law-abiding citizen into adrenaline junkie and two-bit criminal Harley Quinn! The BATMAN HUSH: HARLEY QUINN ACTION FIGURE measures approximately 6 3/8” tall, features multiple points of articulation and comes with a hammer and pistol. This figure also comes with a Batman logo base and comes packaged in a 4-color window box.

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BATMAN HUSH 2: NIGHTWING ACTION FIGURE

Designed by Jim Lee; sculpted by John G. Mathews
Advance-solicited; in stores October 13. Dick Grayson was the first Robin, learning his craft at Batman’s side. Soon he graduated to the next level, becoming Nightwing, defender of Blüdhaven! The BATMAN HUSH: NIGHTWING ACTION FIGURE measures approximately 6 1/2” tall, features multiple points of articulation and comes with fighting sticks. This figure also includes a Batman logo base and comes packaged in a 4-color window box.

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BATMAN HUSH 2: THE RIDDLER ACTION FIGURE

Designed by Jim Lee; sculpted by John G. Mathews
Advance-solicited; in stores October 13. Edward Nygma was obsessed by riddles, constantly confounding the Dark Knight by leaving clues at the scenes of his crimes. But The Riddler recently masterminded a grand plot against Batman, pulling the strings of the masked madman Hush! The BATMAN HUSH: THE RIDDLER ACTION FIGURE measures approximately 6 3/8” tall, features multiple points of articulation and comes with his cane and hat. This figure also includes a Batman logo base and comes packaged in a 4-color window box.

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BATMAN HUSH 2: SUPERMAN ACTION FIGURE

Designed by Jim Lee; sculpted by Tim Bruckner
Advance-solicited; in stores October 13. No hero personifies truth, justice and the American way like Superman! As his fellow JLA member and longtime friend, the MAN OF STEEL is Batman’s most trusted ally. The BATMAN HUSH: SUPERMAN ACTION FIGURE measures approximately 6 3/4” tall and features multiple points of articulation. This figure also comes with a rubble-themed Batman logo base for positioning Superman and is packaged in a 4-color window box.

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DC: BATMAN MINI-BUST

Sculpted by Jonathan Matthews
Advance-solicited; in stores October 20. Continuing the line of DC Mini-Busts! Watching over Gotham's streets, the Dark Knight is the city's last, best hope against evil. This hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain mini-bust measures approximately 5 1/2” high and is packaged in a 4-color box.

FC, Mini-bust $45.00




DC COMICS POCKET SUPER HEROES JLA BOX SET — relist

In stores June 9. Reoffered to coincide with the BATMAN POCKET SUPER HEROES BOX SET (offered in Previews Vol. XIII, No. 12). Championing the power of teamwork with every imposing threat, the Justice League of America stops at nothing to defend the world from danger! In addition to Batman and the miniature Atom figures, this set includes Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, and The Flash. The figures feature new face and costume art, measure approximately 3 1/4” high (with the exception of The Atom), and are packaged together with the mini-Atom in a 4-color window box.

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Painted by Alex Ross.

Advance-solicited; in stores October 20. Like a modern-day Romeo and Juliet, Superman and Lois Lane, a star-crossed couple that found true love in each other despite their radically different backgrounds. That love is evident in the SUPERMAN AND LOIS HOLIDAY 2004 COLLECTOR’S PLATE, featuring a stunning illustration by acclaimed painter Alex Ross. This limited edition, hand-painted Collector’s Plate measures approximately 10 1/2” in diameter, features a certificate of authenticity imprinted on the back of the plate and is edged with a 24- karat gold band. Packaged in an elegant gift box with gold foil stamping.

FC, Collector’s Plate $59.95




TEEN TITANS: CYBORG MAQUETTE
Sculpted by John G. Mathews

Advance-solicited; in stores October 6. Continuing the line of Teen Titans Animated Maquettes based on the hit new series Teen Titans on Cartoon Network and the Kids WB! Half human and half robot, he can crush metal and smash through walls without breaking a sweat! This limited edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain maquette measures approximately 10” tall x 4 1/2” wide x 4 1/2” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box.

FC, Maquette $ 89.95




ZATANNA ANIMATED STATUE
Designed and Sculpted by Barsom

Advance-solicited; in stores October 13. The sexy sorceress Zatanna follows in her father Zatara’s footsteps, using powerful magic as both a stage magician and a member of the Justice League of America! This limited edition, hand-painted cold-cast porcelain statue measures approximately 6” high x 6 1/2” wide x 7 3/4” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box.

FC, Statue $89.95