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Here's the solicitation image, since it's nice to have it here in the thread. Our preorders are open here. 

We got the latest "on the water" report from Diamond, and we expect both upcoming TMNT sets (Technodrome and Last Ronin) to arrive in late December!

I love those!

On 11/7/2023 at 2:55 PM, elhonez said:

I'm thinking there's something wrong with the image resolution, but not the image size. 

Does anyone know at which default resolution Luke's template should be set? If I knew that, I could probably reverse-engineer the change I need to make to get my decals back to the right size.

It is set at 300dpi. I wish I could help with the Gimp, but I don't use it. 

Here's the solicitation shot of these! We have them up for preorder here. 

2 hours ago, AugieWargo said:

Any word on when the Technodrome is supposed to be coming out?  

I believe the original estimate was the first week of November. However the set was not listed in the latest report from Diamond of toys "on the water" from the factory, so that means it is at least a month away. 

9 hours ago, SCW said:

Have two sets been released already or only 1?

Only the Blimp set has been released. The Technodrome set is up for preorder, and the Party Wagon set hasn't been solicited yet. 

Joe was an insanely talented photographer and a really great guy. I didn't know him very well, but his passion for Minimates was second to none. He will definitely be missed. 

First pic from NYCC! Series 1 will include "Kora, Jimmy, Nemesis, and Admiral Atticus Noble, along with a full array of accessories."

I had a dream last night that I went into one of the re-opened TRU stores, and these were hanging on the pegs. They were packed:

• Cyclops & Juggernaut
• Jean & Mr. Sinister
• Gambit & Rogue
• Beast & Storm

I was surprised there was no Wolverine in the wave, so I kept looking around the toy aisle, and I found a new Wolverine Minimates 4-pack that had:

• Animated Wolverine
• Fatal Attractions Wolverine (sculpted pieces with his adamantium coming out all over)
• Feral Wolverine
• Wolverine as Fang (with additional Fang head)

They all looked amazing, and I was so mad when I woke up that it was just a dream. 

10 hours ago, Minimike said:

Any updates on the possible custom sticker kits Luke? This DC and Minimates fan has been eagerly awaiting news. Your marvel customs are amazing but the DC Minimates line needs some love

My day job has kept me very busy this year, so I haven't had time to start on this. I am guessing that I will be able to finish one kit and release it during Minimate Showcase Day in March.

10 minutes ago, Padrino said:

does this mean Marvel Movie 'Mates are back?🤔

Unfortunately no - this is a comic-based set. 

Any chance of unmasked heads for all?

Here's a screenshot from this YouTube video that shows Miles:

Just got confirmation that ours are arriving next week. 😁

I try to stay positive, and I am generally an optimist, but at this moment in time I don't have the confidence that we could sell more than 1500 of an army builder exclusive. Our sales on the individually packaged Series 1 and 2 were low, and sales on last year's NYCC exclusive were also low. I definitely believe 100% that we would get great support from the people here, it just wouldn't be enough to justify the investment unfortunately. 

1 hour ago, thereasonsy said:

Luke’s calendar post called out NYCC Minimates Reveals? On 9/30 so was hoping he had the inside track on something. Guess not, carry on.

That was New York Toy Fair Reveals - hopefully Series 85!

Another solicitation image - I can't wait for these!! We have them up for preorder here. 

It wasn't on my ship list for next week, so I am guessing the week after.

On 8/18/2023 at 7:40 AM, NerdyTrev said:

Hm.

It could be Gypsy Moth or Cardinal/Harrier?

Nailed it! This release will be Harrier (originally called Cardinal). 😁

12 hours ago, mav-man said:

Just wondering if these are still coming next week?

They are not on my ship list for next week, so I'm guessing the week after. 

That's really cool!

Here is the clue: This flying character has walked (or flown) the line between mercenary and hero.

35 minutes ago, DSTZach said:

We recently started discussing Exclusive sets for 2024 conventions, and TF MM were on the list, especially based on how well they did at the show. So it may be July, but I think you'll see more. 

This makes me very happy 😊

We received the first half of our shipment last week, and we sent those in the order that people preordered them. Now we are waiting for the 2nd half to arrive, and it sounds like it won't be until next week.