Happy birthday to forum members Ashley, ccallais, heman4myson, monsterfink, Panawizard, and TobyXi!
July 21
Unemployed
Skeletor has some gigantic news! He's temporarily employed at San
Diego Comic Con, and in a huge way! Check out his video news update for more info!
He's also
shamelessly pandering the He-Man.org fundraiser. Of course, Unemployed
Skeletor can't be expected to keep up with the news on a site named after
his nemesis, so he didn't know the raffles are over. But, we still love
him! Click
here for more info on the fund raiser!
And watch Unemployed Skeletor's fundraiser promotion below!
July
16
Toyguru has
sent answers to your questions from WTFWTK 2.2!
1. Since
the MOTUC line is not supposed to have action-features, what will be done
for characters whose name was derived from their action-feature? (eg:
Extendar who's limbs extended, Stinkor who smelled stinky, Blast Attack
who blasted apart into pieces, etc) It is unlikely we will add “stink” to Stinkor, but
we will try to replicate some action features like giving Meckaneck extra
snap on neck and head pieces to simulate his vintage action feature.
2. For
any figures that might be in the MOTUC line that were missing from the
2002 line, is it possible they will be sculpted/designed in the 2002 style
to help fans get figures never released for that line? Or is the style
seen on King Grayskull the look of the entire MOTUC line? At this time, all of the MOTU Classics figures will be in the
same style. In the future we may go back and do figures in the 2002 line
style, but right now we are interested in creating a brand new cohesive
line look for all characters in the Classics line. This look will be revealed
at SDCC, but you can get a good idea by checking out the first figure
in the line – King Grayskull!
3. Do
you know if Princess of Power figures in the MOTUC line will have sculpted
or rooted hair? All the figures in the MOTU Classics line will have sculpted hair.
4. Is
it possible to work out a deal with Entertainment Rights to allow for
figures of Filmation characters that fans have wanted for decades? (eg:
Adora, Shadow Weaver, etc) At this time, Filmation only characters are not available for
the new MOTU Classics line. Adora however did appear in Mattel’s
vintage mini comics so she is available for the new line, Shadow Weaver
however is not. The main influence for the new line will be the look of
the original toys. For characters like Adora, who did appear in the original
mini comics before appearing in the cartoon but did not have their own
toy the way Prince Adam did, would likely get an original uniform designed
by Mattel and the Horsemen. (Don't worry, if and when we get to Adora
we will do her right. This is a collector line after all).
5. Are
sculpted environments a possible addition to be included with figures?
(like with Robocop or Lost figures) One of the many advantages of offering MOTUC through our new online
store is that we can change things up more frequently. If there is enough
demand from collectors we will absolutely look into doing something like
this.
6. Much
like the King Grayskull figure exclusive, will Mattel offer the Volume
3 DVD exclusive outside of San Diego con, or do we need to make plans
to obtain one via another means? Unlike the King Grayskull figure, the DVD will not be offered
online. It is likely we will sell out at the show and we do not have extra
stock for sale post SDCC on the new fan website. However, it is possible
that BCI may put this version out at a later time on there own. That will
be up to BCI. Maybe BCIguy will have a comment after the con depending
on sales.
***JVS3 edit: In the meantime, Toy Guru & BCI have
arranged for me to purchase a limited quantity in SDCC for those who cannot
attend. I will buy a quantity based on the He-Man.org sales for the Best
Buy Volume 1 slipcase exclusive, and will offer them on a first-come-first-serve
basis when I return from SDCC. Please wait until I post a thread offering
them. Please do not send me any PM or e-mail requests. Thanks!
7. Will
accessories match the original classic colors, or will they be changed
to be more realistic? (like Prince Adam's magenta sword, Faker's orange
sword, etc) The colors will match the vintage release, the sculpting and detail
work will be all new.
8. Are
any of the 1980s concepts that never got released possible in the MOTUC
line? (like Hand-Some, Big-Foot, Dragon-Lord, etc. Also others seen in
Tomarts magazine years ago) These are possibilities down the road, but we have a lot of other
exciting characters we would like to get to first.
9. Any
chance of a large scale line? (10", 12", etc) Not immediately, but because this line is being distributed exclusively
through our new fan website, there is definitely the possibility of adding
other scales in the future.
10. Is
there any chance for web'toons or web'isodes to create some sort of entertainment
for the MOTUC line while furthering the mythos? Not in the immediate future, but anything is possible!
Also, some
fans thought toys would be coming to stores, and were surprised by the
online-store-only approach.
Toyguru posted this comment in
this thread to help clear up any confusion: "For the record, the new MOTU Classics line was designed
from Day 1 to be exclusive to our new fan website. When we announced new
MOTU figures would be coming to toy shelves this fall, we meant collector's
toy shelves. As in the toy shelf that you keep you new MOTU figures on
at home. If fans misunderstood this comment I appologise, but to make
things clear, there will be one figure per month available only on the
new fan website. This has always been the plan!"
We here at
He-Man.org can vouch for that. We've known that's what Toyguru meant for
a very long time, and we had to wait for him to clarify when the time
was right. So, now you know!
July
5
New He-Man.org
symbol shirts!
If you haven't seen these, then you're missing out.
Graphic designer Michael B Ryan (aka SUPERHEMANMIKE)
and our own Emiliano Santalucia have whipped up a ton
of ultra cool shirts. There's a design for every fan out there!
Plus, every purchase helps with the 2008 fundraiser for the He-Man.org
upgrade. Check
'em out!
July
4
Toyguru has
revealed more info about the online store.
Check out his
post on the forums, revealing frequency of figure release and more
info.
And check out his July
3rd Q&A on Action Figure Insider, which provides some further
info on pricing, order limits, international shipping and more.
BCI Guy also
stopped by the forums to give more info on the upcoming Volume 3 MYP DVD,
which includes the unexpected comic adaptation of the unproduced Episode
40.
The Episode
40 comic will be on all Volume 3 editions as a "view only"
PDF
There
will be a printed Episode 40 comic that will be packed in exclusively
at Best Buy
The printed
comic is a hair smaller than the DVD itself ( 5.25" x 7.125"
) but the artwork was created to be printed that size
There
are 4 versions of the Volume 3 release
Standard
Volume (with He-Man VS King Hssss cover)
SDCC
Exclusive (with King Grayskull cover)
Best
Buy Exclusive (standard cover with printed Episode 40 comic)
Target
Exclusive (standard cover with unannounced packed-on item)
Mattel
SDCC schedule and info on a new Mattel online store!
Toyguru
has sent over Mattel's schedule for SDCC, which runs from July 23rd to
July 27th.
And they have some awesome stuff planned!
Here's what he has to say!
"We’ll
be there in full force with the largest booth presence we’ve ever
had to meet and greet toy fans of all ages. There will be some fantastic
give-aways, fan panels and huge reveals from all your favorite Mattel
lines include DCUC, JLU, Infinite Heroes, CARS, Batman the Dark Knight
and more. Plus we guarantee a few surprises to help kick off our new Masters
of the Universe Classics line- you won’t want to miss out!
And don’t
forget some amazing unique exclusives at the show. Starting the Monday
after Comic Con, because you demanded it, Mattel will be launching a brand
new Collector Website with the latest news, updates,
and previews. And the big news: This new site will also be the EXCLUSIVE
home of Masters of the Universe Classic action figures with a new character
available EACH MONTH starting this fall!
Of course
we’ll have more details including the URL name at San Diego Comic
Con, but we wanted to make sure to give online toy fans the scoop first.
Oh – and to kick off the new online store, we’ll be putting
aside a very limited number of each of this year’s SDCC exclusives
which will go on sale on the new collector web site at 8:00 am Eastern
Standard Time on July 28th.
*** JVS3 edit: For fans who arranging a pickup/order
via me other another fan, please
click here for important info!
Master of
the Universe Classics King Grayskull™ $30.00
At long last,
the original most powerful man in the universe is coming to toy shelves
as a Comic Con exclusive! King Grayskull™ is the inaugural MOTU
Classics highly detailed fully articulated action figure sculpted by the
Four Horsemen. Grayskull comes in a brand new package featuring lights
and sounds which transforms into a mini Castle Grayskull™ playset.
A randomly packed variant chase version shows Grayskull as a “statue”
as Prince Adam first encountered him. Both versions include Power Sword,
shield and battle ax accessories.
He-Man and
the Masters of the Universe™ DVD Vol 3 – Exclusive King Grayskull™
Cover! $25.00
Complete
your collection of the most recent MOTU animated series before the street
date with this exclusive variant cover featuring non other than King Grayskull
himself. Available first at San Diego Comic Con, be sure to relive the
final season of this groundbreaking series before any one else!
Mattel
Events:
Thursday:
1:00 –
2:00 Four Horsemen Signing
Meet and get your DCUClassics and MOTU figures signed by the premier sculptors
of action figure culture, the Four Horsemen! Members of the sculpting
team will be at the Mattel booth and will be happy to sign any current
or past Mattel product they have worked on.
at the Mattel Booth
3:00 - 5:00
– Emiliano Santalucia Signing and Sketches
Emiliano, the talented cover artist on the recent MOTU animated series
and a slew of comic books will be signing your Grayskull DVDs and do one-of-a-kind
sketches of your favorite MOTU characters!
at the Mattel Booth
5:30 –
6:30 – Action Figure Times Panel
Members of Mattel’s team will be on this panel to discuss the latest
in toy culture.
Room 3
Friday:
1:00 –
2:00 Four Horsemen Signing
Meet and get your DCUClassics and MOTU figures signed by the premier sculptors
of action figure culture, the Four Horsemen! Members of the sculpting
team will be at the Mattel booth and will be happy to sign any current
or past Mattel product they have worked on.
at the Mattel Booth
5:00 - 6:00
– Masters of the Universe Classics Toy Line Update Mattel is ecstatic
to announce a brand new action figure line featuring highly detailed fully
articulated characters from the entire MOTU world aimed at the discriminating
collector. Come help celebrate the return of He-Man to toy shelves everywhere
with a special screening of Episode 35 –The Power of Grayskull
featuring our San Diego Comic Con exclusive King Grayskull in his first
starring roll.
Then stay for an insightful Q & A with Mattel designers, marketing
managers and special guests the Four Horsemen for the latest news on this
exciting new toy line.! As a special bonus, Matty, the original Mattel
Toyguru will appear live in person to reveal his plans for new MOTU collectable
web site from Mattel!
in Room 8
Saturday:
1:00 –
2:00 Four Horsemen Signing
Meet and get your DCUClassics and MOTU figures signed by the premier sculptors
of action figure culture, the Four Horsemen! Members of the sculpting
team will be at the Mattel booth and will be happy to sign any current
or past Mattel product they have worked on.
at the Mattel Booth
1:00 –
Spirit of Grayskull raffle
You must be present to win!
at the Mattel Booth
3:00 - 5:00
– Emiliano Santalucia Signing and Sketches
Emiliano, the talented cover artist on the recent MOTU animated series
and a slew of comic books will be at the Mattel booth to sign your Grayskull
DVDs and do one-of-a-kind sketches of your favorite MOTU characters!
at the Mattel Booth
4:30 –
5:30 Action Figure Insider: Plastically Incorrect
Members of the Mattel team will be at this panel on the state of the toy
industry.
in Room 30AB
July
1
Toyguru
has sent along answers to Round 1 of the He-Fan Q&A!
Check out what he had to say below, and click
here to participate in the next round of questions!
1. Any
chance of exclusives through He-Man.org, AFX, and/or other sites/retailers? This is something we are looking into. We’ll be announcing
distribution at San Diego Comic Con and we’ll be addressing concepts
like this at our Fan Panel.
2. Will
the figure bios be classic toy/mini-comic canon, MYP canon, or a mixture
of the 2 in some new type of MOTUC canon? They will be a mixture of Classic Mini Comics and MYP canon
with a few extras thrown in to help kick off the direction and future
character selection of the new MOTU Classics line. While the bios will
help to establish continuity, we also want to use them as a vehicle to
help push the line into new areas of the MOTU world that can be explored.
3. Will
there be a licensing program in conjunction with the MOTUC line? There are many possibilities for licensed product. We may announce
some at SDCC this summer.
4. Are
there any foreseeable character name trademark/copyright problems like
with some of the characters in the 2002 toy line? This is a touchy question to answer off the cuff because
legal copyright issues come and go. We will do our best to keep fan’s
up-to-date on the latest in character selection and naming conventions.
5. Will
figures have their signature "tag-line" attached? ("Evil
Lord of Destruction", "Most Powerful Man in the Universe",
"Warrior Goddess") Absolutely. All of the toy designers working on this line
are huge MOTU fans and this was a detail we didn’t want to leave
out.
6. Is
there a possibility for the release of Fearless Photog, the winning entry
in the design a figure contest back in the 80s? For the launch we will be concentrating on characters who
had toys in the 1980s or were in the 200X series. Photog may be on the
back burner for a while. If there continues to be increased fan demand
we will look into the feasibility of this character.
7. Since
he was said to be considered for the MOTUC line, has anything been uncovered
in regards to the Savage He-Man originally thought to be from Wonder Bread? At this point we have not discovered information that can
collaborate this promotion. ToyFare ran an article that uncovered no additional
details. We also contacted the parent company of Wonder Bread and turned
up nothing. If there are fans out there with any positive proof of a mail
away Savage He-Man figure, Mattel would love to know! For the time being,
our opinion is that this is some type of bootleg figure. But, since it
is derived from MOTU, that doesn't mean we couldn't tackle this design
look in the new MOTU Classics line if there is enough fan support.
8. Will
He-Man once again have his classic cross symbol, or will it continue to
feature the 2002 asterisk symbol? He will have the classic cross.
9. Will
King Grayskull be made available to fans outside of SDCC, or should fans
be making arrangements for people to pick up extras at the show? (please
help us avoid high eBay prices!) If we do not sell out at the show we will find a way to make
the remaining stock available through a reputable
online store. But the plan right now is to sell out at the show. ***JVS3 edit: Please
click here for info on arranging a purchase of King Grayskull via
another fan or possibly via me.
10. Is
that MOTUC logo we saw at New York the final logo design? A few changes have been made. Here is the final logo.
BCI Guy has
sent over the latest ad, seen in this month's issue of Wizard Magazine,
which reveals the cover art for a SDCC Volume 3 DVD exclusive that will
be sold by Mattel!
We'll have more info on the exclusive as it becomes
available.
In the meantime, check out the ad!
June
25
Toyguru
has sent over some more sneak peak images of the King Grayskull exclusive
for SDCC!
Check 'em out!
June
17
A
sneak peak at the new He-Man.org!
Emiliano's visual design is incredible, and Mudbrick (the programmers)
are bringing it all to life right this very moment.
If everything goes well, the site overhaul will be completed in about
a month.
In the meantime, we wanted to show you what to expect from the new design.
Just click on He-Man below to see!
The fund
raiser has been incredible! Thanks to everyone who has helped out thus
far.
We're still hovering around the 75% mark in our drive. Any and all donations
are appreciated! A dollar... spare change... whatever you can give. Every
little bit helps. Please
click here to donate.
And thank you for your support!
June
16
With the
fan Q&A with Mattel underway, Toyguru has sent some important updates
about the Masters of the Universe Collector's Line (MOTUC):
"Before
we jump into the Q&A, after reading through the questions posted on
the site already, here is some information that might clear up a lot of
inquires.
And we want a lot of info about MOTUC to break here first!
The first
figure in the line will be King Grayskull. His packaging is unique for
Comic Con and folds out into a giant Castle Grayskull playset with lights
and sounds. When you open the front jaw bridge, Grayskull is inside and
yells "I have the Power" followed by flashes of blue energy
and the sound of thunder. It is really amazing. We hope to have a demonstration
up on Youtube as soon as we have a final product.
He will be
30.00 at the show.
There is no limit (but if someone wants like 10 cases we might have to
talk).
There will be a variant of Grayskull as a statue.
With few exceptions (such as Barbie collector items) Mattel does not release
productions runs of its toys. Sorry about that.
The standard
figures will come on a blister card which will have many hints taken from
the original 1980s line. The packaging will include a cross sell (AKA:
images of other toys in the wave/line), bios and original classic package/mini
comic art on the back.
The figures
will not initially come with mini comics. We are looking into the logistics
of adding these. If the line takes off and does well you can bet this
will be one of the first upgrades we will try to include.
MOTUC will
first and foremost include characters that had a toy in the 1980s (including
the POP and NA lines). We will also be looking at the “200X”
series for inspiration as well. All characters will be released under
one MOTUC brand.
Due to legal
restraints, we will not be doing characters that only appeared in the
Filmation cartoon series.
We are aware of a few loopholes with European comics, but pretty much
for a Filmation character to be in the MOTUC line it will have had to
of also been in the 200X toy line or MYP cartoon (i.e. Count Marzo, Evilseed,
etc…)
For the most
part, the characters will be 6 inches (well, Grayskull is a bit bigger).
The line will pay homage to the original 1980s line in many ways including
the sharing of parts. For example, Stratos and Beastman both used a “fury”
body in the vintage line, therefore they will here as well.
Figures will
include the same weapons as their 80’s counterparts. Check out Grayskull’s
sword and shield for an example. Oh, and everyone who had furry shorts
gets furry shorts. It can’t be a MOTU Classics line without the
furry shorts.
The line
will start off with the main roster of characters but we will absolutely
be branching out. By the end of the first year we hope to get to include
characters not made in the 200X line (including the staction line) as
well as at least one character never before done as a toy.
All of this
however, (including the eventual inclusion of vehicles and playsets) depends
on how the line performs.
We cannot answer questions about price points; distribution or case packs
yet because this is not locked down. (just as we could not announce new
JLU figures until Target signed up for the program).
We will for certainty be announcing all of this at San Diego Comic Con
at a fan panel. (and yes, we know how important international distribution
is on this line and we are working on it)
Things like
fan choice polls, a collector site and other programs are all things we
are looking into and hopefully will happen in time. Right now we have
to gauge how well the line performs. But if fan reaction so far is any
indication, this new MOTUC line is destined to become a definitive part
of any true MOTU collection!"
SDCC
2008 is fast approaching, along with your chance to pick up the King
Grayskull exclusive at the con.
Mattel has sent along a preview image of the chase "statue King Grayskull"
that will be randomly found in the con exclusives.
We have no idea how limited the chase is, or even how limited the King
Grayskull exclusive is.
But now is your chance to find out in a Q&A with Mattel here on He-Man.org!
Are you a registered fan with a Collector's Line related question for
Mattel? Then
click here!
June
7
Adora will
be contacting all 2008 fundrasier Tier 3 (or higher) users who qualify
for a free he-fans.com or she-ravers.com e-mail account.
It's very important that you keep an eye out for her e-mail, as it contains
the instructions on how to setup and use your free account!
Be sure to check your Junk/Spam folder over the course of the next week
if you are expecting her e-mail, but have not received it.
Thanks!
June
2
Possible
movie news?
IESB.net reports some potential news. Click
here to see the article.
The snippit about He-Man goes on to say:
"The
fourth film we are hearing buzz from is HE-MAN AND THE MASTERS OF THE
UNIVERSE also written by Justin Marks who wrote Green Arrow/Super Max
for WB.
With the
success of Transformers, WB has been hoping to cash in on the 80's cartoon
revival. I've been told the script is in good shape and, prior to Speed
Racer opening, Joel Silver who produced Speed and is also producing MOTU
was hoping to get the "go ahead" from the studio with a late
'09 release date.
I don't know
how, or if, the disastrous box office performance of Speed Racer has in
any way effected WB's plans for the big screen adaptation of the 80's
cartoon but with rival studios like Paramount releasing Transformers 2
and G.I. Joe in '09, it's getting crowded and time is running out for
the Burbank Studio."
June
1
Things
have slowed down on the meter, but we've reached 75%!
Thanks to everyone who has helped so far!
And
we have even more ways that you can donate!
Thanks to the artistic know-how of a dedicated fan, for an extremely
limited time we are offering He-Man.org logo t-shirts based off
of cool symbols.
Every shirt has a tiny www.he-man.org tag on it, which you probably
can't see in the small images.
After Printfection expenses, every shirt sale results in a 5.00
donation to He-Man.org's 2008 fund raiser. Click
here to check out these cool designs!
Thanks
to everyone who has helped out thus far!
May
29
In addition
the the big Graham Crackers open house this weekend, the Four Horsemen
are making an appearance at Wizard
World Philly.
Come check out the Four Horsemen at the "What's up with the Four
Horsemen" panel in Theater 201C on Saturday from 2 to 3 PM,
and at the "Big Toy Industry Panel" on Saturday from 5 to 6
PM,
and also pick up some tips at the "How to Sculpt" panel in the
Wizard School Room 202A on Sunday from 3 to 4 PM.
And you can also stop by and say hey to the 4H directly at their booth
#1006!
May
28
Get down
to Graham
Crackers Comics in Wheaton, IL on Saturday, May 31st,
for the first ever Chicago Horde open house!
Be there for give-a-ways, trivia contests, cartoon marathons, games and
more!
The activities start at 10am at the Graham Crackers Comics
store in Wheaton and lasts all day.
You can also take part in a spectacular raffle to raise money for He-Man.org.
Bring your power sword!
Also, don't forget to check out Graham Cracker's massive
MOTU comic backstock for comics you may have missed over the years!
And BCI
Guy, who posts on the forums, has sent over the scoop on Volume
3 of the MYP DVD release!
The last volume in this set will hit stores on August 5th and will contain:
End of
Episode Morals
2 Extended
Video Commentaries
5 Audio
Commentaries
Interviews
with Toyline Artists from Mattel and The Four Horsemen
3 Image
Galleries
3 Full
Episode Animatics
Scripts
for Episodes 27-40 (DVD-Rom : PC/Mac)
2 Art
Cards by Acclaimed Comic Book Artists Chris Bachalo and Jason Shawn
Alexander
And more
to be announced! (please note that features are subject
to change)
Please preorder
your copy from Amazon.com by clicking on the link below, and help support
He-Man.org at the same time. Thanks! Click
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