ICv2 Comics & Digital Conference 2010

The Future of Comics and Graphic Novels
At the ICv2 Comics & Digital Conference
With New York Comic Con
Thursday Afternoon, October 7, 2010 at the Javits Center

Norwalk, CT, August 31, 2010: ICv2 has announced the ICv2 Comics & Digital Conference at New York Comic Con, a half-day event where industry executives and thought leaders will discuss the impact of the rapidly growing digital channel on the comics and graphic novel medium.

NYCC 2010 Almost Sold Out!

NEW YORK COMIC CON …
BIGGER AND MORE DIVERSE THAN EVER!
Show Attracts New Exhibitors

Norwalk, CT, August 31, 2010: New York Comic Con (NYCC) is nearly sold out. Show organizers are pleased to note that on the occasion of its 5th Anniversary, the annual pop culture convention, which began on the lower level of the Jacob K. Javits convention center in 2006, will now occupy the entire facility and will boast a more diverse range of exhibitors than ever before. The show will be 50% larger than just last year and new exhibitors, such as West Coast based IDW Publishing, have joined many other new companies to expand the range and scope of what is presented to the thousands of fans, professionals and media in attendance. Organizers recently announced a partnership with Cultyard, Inc. which will bring a new and focused pavilion for Art, Design, Collectible Toys, Pop-Tech, and Fashion to NYCC. And in the next several weeks, major Hollywood studios and TV production companies will reveal their considerable plans for this year’s convention.

YuGiOh TCG Deluxe Card Sleeves Available September 14

Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s TRADING CARD GAME DUELISTS CAN NOW SHOW OFF THEIR CARDS WITH COOL PROTECTIVE SLEEVES

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (August 24, 2010) – Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. (Konami), the makers of the best-selling Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME (TCG), want Duelists to protect their favorite cards while still enjoying the incredible imagery of each one; so on September 14th they will release new packs of Deluxe Card Sleeves to hobby and retail stores nationwide. The Deluxe Card Sleeves are durable, high quality sleeves that are printed with the same pattern seen on the backs of each Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG card. Players can now enjoy the original beauty of the cards and keep them in pristine condition, even during intense Dueling!

Boom Boom Satellites, Zazen Boys, and Echostream at NYAF

BOOM BOOM SATELLITES,
ZAZEN BOYS, AND ECHOSTREAM
TO PERFORM AT FAR EAST TO EAST SHOWCASE AT NYAF
Bands Join Puffy AmiYumi For Concert In NYC's Irving Plaza

Norwalk, CT, August 20, 2010: The New York Anime Festival (NYAF) today announced bands Boom Boom Satellites, Zazen Boys, and Echostream will come together with previously-announced musical guest Puffy AmiYumi for a concert at the Far East To East Showcase (FETES) on Sunday, October 10, 2010. FETES is produced by Superglorious, a live event production firm responsible for orchestrating events with a very eclectic and exciting mix of artists. The New York Anime Festival, an anime, manga, and Japanese pop culture convention, will take place October 8-10, 2010 at the Jacob K. Javits Center in Manhattan. It is created by and co-located with the New York Comic Con. Boom Boom Satellites, Zazen Boys, Echostream, and Puffy AmiYumi will all appearing at NYAF for speaking sessions and autograph signings prior to their show. NYAF has additionally announced seiyuu and singer Minori Chihara and Japanese rock band VAMPS will also appear as guests, and comics legends Stan Lee, John Romita, Sr., and John Romita, Jr. will headline the New York Comic Con.

Legal Times: Old and New, Publishers Fighting Comic Scans

Introduction to Legal Times: Old and New

Check out the links below about the success of the battle:

Pirate Website www.Htmlcomics.com Shut Down by Coordinated Efforts of Department of Justice, FBI, Katten and Consortium of Comic Publishers Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, May 5, 2010

Legal Times: Old and New, Publishers Fighting Manga Scans

Introduction to Legal Times: Old and New

According to ICv2, Japanese and American publishers has joined forces to bring down roughly 30 websites with scans of manga titles. The alliance is comprised of, but not limited to Tokyopop, Viz Media, Yen Press and Vertical. According to the spokesperson of the group, "we are left with no other alternative but to take aggressive action."

YuGiOh TCG 2010 World Champion

Galileo De Obaldia and Arturo Oviedo
CONQUER THE WORLD DURING
KONAMI DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT’S
Yu-Gi-Oh! WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
Champions Out-Duel Representatives from
18 Countries at Weekend-long
Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME and Video Game
Extravaganza in Long Beach, California

EL SEGUNDO, CA. – (August 15, 2010) – After an amazing weekend-long Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship event beset with dramatic Duels and roller coasters of emotions, Galileo De Obaldia from Panama, played his final card to defeat Vincent Paglia from Las Vegas, NV to become the Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME (TCG) 2010 World Champion. Not to be out-dueled, Arturo Oviedo from Spain captured the coveted title of Yu-Gi-Oh! Video Game World Champion.

NYAF is Looking for Participation: Masquerade and Fashion Show

Hey Everyone,

How many of you have what it takes to show off your skills as a contestant in the Cosplay Masquerade? Do you think you deserve the ultimate prize?

Which one of you are an independent, alternative or global designer that incorporates Gothic, Lolita, and Neo-Victoriana aesthetics to modern life? Do you have what it takes to model the fashion?

For all those who believe that one qualifies for such a challenge and task, check out the links below for participation information, rules and registration:
Masquerade Yume Cosplay Prize
Masquerade Registration Form
The Never-Ending Closet: Fashion Show for Designers and Models
© 2010 Linda Thai

Documentary on the Origins of DC Comics

Hey Everyone!

On November 9, 2010, Warner Home Video will be distributing Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics on DVD for $24.98 (SRP). The documentary will also be available On Demand and for Download.

Written and directed by Mac Carter and narrated by Ryan Reynolds, it explores the history of DC Comics, including the "challenges, creativity and triumphs of the company." The documentary contains segments from comics and television series, and there will be "insight of some of history’s most influential comic book creators and editors."
© 2010 Linda Thai

Check out the links below for more information:
SECRET ORIGIN: THE STORY OF DC COMICS HITTING DVD NOV. 9 by SuperHeroHype Aug 11th, 2010

'Secret Origin: History of DC Comics' Documentary Due in November by ICv2 Published: 08/11/2010, Last Updated: 08/12/2010 04:24am

YuGiOh Duelist Revolution Ready to Hit the Streets – August 17, 2010

FRESH OFF OF ITS SUCCESSFUL SNEAK PEEK, DUELIST REVOLUTION READY TO HIT THE STREETS
– AUGUST 17
Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG’s Duelist Revolution is the Latest in a
Long Line of Mega-hits from
Trading Card Game Powerhouse Konami Digital Entertainment

EL SEGUNDO, CA – (August 10, 2010) – It’s been researched, game-tested and recently debuted in a Sneak Peek at Official Tournament Stores…now it’s being released to general audiences around the world on August 17. Duelist Revolution, the latest sure-fire hit from Konami Digital Entertainment (KDE) and its legendary Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME (TCG), is a 100-card booster set that brings players the newest monsters of the 5D’s era – including Yusei’s 3200 ATK Fusion Monster: Dragon Knight Draco-Equiste.

Volunteering for New York Anime Festival and New York Comic Con

So, who want's to help out at the convention? If you like to volunteer click on the link below for more information:
Volunteer Application

At least you get some experience to add to your resume and skills (^_^) Good luck everyone!
© 2010 Linda Thai

YuGiOh World Championship 2010

Yu-Gi-Oh! NATIONAL CHAMPIONS FROM ALL CORNERS OF THE GLOBE GATHER IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA FOR KONAMI DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT’S Yu-Gi-Oh! WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
Global Champions will Duel in the Weekend-long
Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME and Video Game Extravaganza

EL SEGUNDO, CA. – (August 3, 2010) – The world’s best and brightest Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME (TCG) and Video Game players are coming to Long Beach, CA to battle for Konami Digital Entertainment’s (KDE) top Yu-Gi-Oh! honors of the year. After 12 months of tournaments and hundreds of Qualifying events across the globe, the greatest players will bring their best Yu-Gi-Oh! Decks and skills to Long Beach in hopes of being crowned 2010 World Champion.

FUNimation Entertainment Acquires SUMMER WARS from NTV

FUNimation Entertainment Acquires
Japanese Academy Award Winner SUMMER WARS from NTV
An Anime Family Saves the World in this Film Festival Favorite

Flower Mound, TX – July 30, 2010 – FUNimation® Entertainment today announced that it has acquired the home entertainment, theatrical, broadcast and merchandise rights to the animated sci-fi action film SUMMER WARS from NTV.

FUNimation Entertainment Acquires EVANGELION: 2.0 YOU CAN (NOT) ADVANCE from NTV

FUNimation Entertainment Acquires
EVANGELION: 2.0 YOU CAN (NOT) ADVANCE from NTV

Flower Mound, TX – July 30, 2010 – FUNimation® Entertainment today announced that it has acquired the home entertainment, broadcast, digital and merchandise rights to the animated sci-fi action film EVANGELION: 2.0 YOU CAN (NOT) ADVANCE from NTV.