DC DIRECT PRODUCTS

Following are upcoming products from DC Direct, with information coming from the company.

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

Designed by Alex Ross; sculpted by Tim Bruckner.

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' 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 Ross¹s 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.

$250, in stores on Oct. 27.

BATMAN HUSH 2: CATWOMAN ACTION FIGURE

Designed by Jim Lee; sculpted by Tim Bruckner.

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, she¹s been both a friend and foe to Batman, but most recently, their entanglement has been romantic! The 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.

Price TBA, in stores on Oct. 13.

BATMAN HUSH 2: HARLEY QUINN ACTION FIGURE

Designed by Jim Lee; sculpted by Tim Bruckner.

Love for the Joker turned psychiatrist Dr. Harleen Quinzel from a law-abiding citizen into adrenaline junkie and two-bit criminal Harley Quinn! The figure measures approximately 6 3/8 inches 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.

Price TBA, in stores on Oct. 13.

BATMAN HUSH 2: NIGHTWING ACTION FIGURE

Designed by Jim Lee; sculpted by John G. Mathews.

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 figure measures approximately 6 1/2 inches 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.

Price TBA, in stores on Oct. 13.

BATMAN HUSH 2: THE RIDDLER ACTION FIGURE

Designed by Jim Lee; sculpted by John G. Mathews.

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 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.

Price TBA, in stores on Oct. 13.

BATMAN HUSH 2: SUPERMAN ACTION FIGURE

Designed by Jim Lee; sculpted by Tim Bruckner.

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 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.

Price TBA, in stores on Oct. 13.

DC: BATMAN MINI-BUST

Sculpted by Jonathan Matthews.

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.

$45, in stores on Oct. 20.

SUPERMAN AND LOIS LANE HOLIDAY 2004 COLLECTOR¹S PLATE

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 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.

$59.95, in stores on Oct. 20.

TEEN TITANS: CYBORG MAQUETTE

Sculpted by John G. Mathews.

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.

$89.95, in stores on Oct. 6.

ZATANNA ANIMATED STATUE

Designed and sculpted by Barsom.

The sexy sorceress Zatanna follows in her father Zatara¹s 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.

$89.95, in stores on Oct. 13.