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Now that the dust has settled...
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With E3's wrapped up, here's a more formal introduction about me, Pal! I'm the merchandise guy in sunny El Segundo, California. Put simply, I'm the one that gets the beautiful Square Enix Products in retail stores across America. That's not all I do, nor is it all to my credit (not even close), but that's the gist of it. I also attend a lot of shows and conventions – like San Diego Comic-Con – so you can see me there. Nikku will be coming to the States for his first overseas convention, so be sure to give him a warm welcome when you see him!
Follow us on Twitter if you aren't already, and if you already are, you're our best friend.
If you haven't noticed the blue icon on the left side, feel free to click it to follow us on Twitter.
Until next time, over and out!
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PAL@June 23 2010 |
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Dissidia Final Fantasy Trading Arts Vol. 2
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At this yearfs E3 we announced the latest volume of our trading arts series, the much awaited Dissidia Final Fantasy Trading Arts Vol. 2. While Vol. 1 had an all-star line-up of some of our most popular heroes from more recent Final Fantasy games (Cloud, Squall, Tidus, and Zidane), I personally am very excited to see the likes of some of my favorite classic characters such as Terra and Cecil in vol. 2, not to mention the most notable villain of the series Sephiroth.
As often is the case, in Japan and Asia these figures are sold in blind box packaging with a bonus character. In other regions we will be these figures individually in blister packaging which is popular among our North American and European collectors.
Here are a few detailed photos of the new figures (Overseas Line-up):
Sizes range from 5.2-6.9 inches!
Release date and price is still TBA, so keep an eye on the official blog or twitter for official information as it is determined.
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NIKKU@June 22 2010 |
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E3 Update 6/16
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Sorry for the late introduction, I have been quite busy this yearfs E3 as a new member of the SQEX US merchandising sales team.
We had a terrific line up of figures to show off this year including Work in Progress figures like Dissidia Final Fantasy Trading Arts vol. 2 and Assassinfs Creed II Play Arts [KAI] Ezio in addition to soon to be released figures such as Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker Play Arts [KAI] Snake and Final Fantasy Creature [KAI] vol. 2.
I have tons more to say about these figures, but for now I will let the pictures do the talking. (1 more day to go!)
E3 2010 SQEX Merchandising Booth
Final Fantasy XIII Trading Arts Vol.1
Front Mission Evolved Play Arts [KAI] Zenith
Final Fantasy XIII Trading Arts Vol.1 (Serah)
PA KAI vol. 1 Lightning w/ her eidolon Odin in Gestalt Mode
Dissidia Final Fantasy Trading Arts Vol. 2 (a close up of Terra as requested)
Also I hear the US online store has had a bit of a redesign for the entry page, check it out. Square Enix Official Online Merchandise Store US Top Page
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PAL@June 17 2010 |
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E3 Update 6/15
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Looks like our American team is a bit busy with the event, but we did get a few snap shots from the floor.
Dissidia Final Fantasy Trading Arts vol. 2
(Cecil, Firion, & Terra!)
cand the much awaited DFFTA Sephiroth!
List of new products unveiled:
*Assassinfs Creed II Play Arts [KAI] Ezio
*Final Fantasy XIII Trading Arts vol. 1
*Dissidia Trading Arts vol. 2
More images to come tomorrowc
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NIKKU@June 16 2010 |
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Introductions Part 1: NIKKUfS DESK
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Greetings!
My name is Nick, but everyone in my office calls me gNikkuh which sounds a bit like the word for gmeath in Japanese. I am based at our headquarters in Tokyo and likewise surrounded by all sorts of interesting information regarding new products and special events in Asia.
Unfortunately I will not be personally attending this yearfs E3 but our US staff are in full force so I will leave it up to our American team member PAL to keep you filled in with whatfs goin on.
Be sure to check out our new twitter account for updates from the floor.
Alsocwe just received the new Japanese promotional posters for FFXIII Play Arts Kai Serah. This exceptionally cute figure is tentatively scheduled for an October release in Japan and November release in our overseas territories.
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NIKKU@June 14 2010 |
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Wefre back!
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The objective of the Square Enix Merchandise Blog was to keep our English speaking fans of the world up to date with the latest products and happenings going on with Square Enix Products. Unfortunately we have epically failed in our first attempt by well, not updating our blog since last year. Sorry!
This time we are back and will be providing you with updates on new product announcements, featured items at the
Square Enix Official Online Merchandise Store, international event recaps, and maybe a few translations from our Japanese blog.
PS. PAL is currently preparing the display items for E3 including some never before seen merchc be sure to look for updates directly from the floor.
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NIKKU & PAL@June 11 2010 |
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