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In our on-air interview with radio personality Lee Davis of Birmingham, AL, we discuss Wonder Woman's costume change and whether it's a political statement or simply hype...

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Head over to FoxNews.com's Fox 411 Entertainment Blog to read more about Wonder Woman's costume change featuring some of our own thoughts on the redesign:

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On Tuesday, June 29, 2010, DC Comics unveiled a new costume for Wonder Woman to coincide with the re-numbering of her comic book for issue #600, which hit comic shops on June 30, 2010. >> Learn more about the new costume

Since the unveiling, I've been asked by many fans, collectors and media outlets about my thoughts on the redesign, so I thought I'd share some of them here.

We've seen so many incarnations of Diana over the years through DC Comics' Multiverse, various cross-title story arcs, artist-specific interpretations and Elseworld's series, that honestly, I'm sort of numb to seeing her in different looks. I think the re-numbering and introducing a new "urban-chic" look will offer Diana some added visibility in the marketplace, and Jim Lee's new costume design is what we'd probably see in a live-action film if it ever comes to fruition. This costume is much more of a departure from her classic wardrobe and seems more like a secret identity or what we might see in a fashion magazine featuring a street-wear look "inspired by Wonder Woman".

Actually, when I first saw Jim Lee's new costume design for Wonder Woman, I instantly thought "hey, it's Cher!" (see right)

I have been a Wonder Woman fan and collector for my entire life. Like many, my first exposure to the character was through television in the mid-1970s with Lynda Carter's iconic portrayal as well as in the Super Friends! cartoon series. Being an artist, my first attraction to the character was visual. I was instantly amazed by the costume inspired by elements of the American Flag. As I continued to enjoy the character and strived to learn more, I realized that I enjoy Wonder Woman the most, because she is one of the only super heroes that achieved the moniker because of her ability and values.

In Issue #600, writer J. Michael Straczynski and artist Don Kramer give us an introduction to the "new" Wonder Woman with a retelling of her origin story and a glimpse at the journey she took to become the woman she is today. The New York Times explains: "In the reimagining of her story, Wonder Woman, instead of growing up on Paradise Island with her mother, Queen Hippolyta, and her Amazon sisters, is smuggled out as a baby when unknown forces destroy her home and slaughter its inhabitants." It's obvious this is an alternate timeline and we are seeing a different Wonder Woman than we are used to. It is a bit strange whenever Diana's classic costume is temporarily changed in the comic books - but it's happened many times over the years for different story arcs and it has always gone back to "normal" eventually. This particular change has received a lot of hype because of how it's been promoted in conjunction with the re-numbering of the comic book. But I think it's important that people remember that this new costume is a feature of this particular story arc where Diana is not her usual self; so why would she have her usual costume?

As such, I really don't see the new costume affecting the collectibles market very much. I know we'll still be seeing classic Bronze Age Wonder Woman like we always have inspired by the iconic 1982 DC Comics Style Guide. Warner Bros. Consumer Products markets their licensed properties for the largest population of consumers and rarely uses artist-specific renditions for mass-market merchandise anyway. DC Direct, on the other hand will most likely offer an action figure with the new look at some point - and I say bring it on!

I've followed the character through many incarnations - all of which have somehow found their way back to the iconic version we all love. However, my favorite costume/character redesign to-date has been by the incredible artist Terry Dodson. His redesign was introduced with the relaunch of the Wonder Woman comic book in 2007.

Even if this new look and character back-story stick around for a while, I'll stay along for the ride. But I know it's not going to be like this forever.

Thanks for reading!

Antony Coukos, Owner & Curator
ExperienceTheWonder.com

Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP), on behalf of DC Comics, announced today a multi-year extension with WizKids/NECA, leader in the collectible gaming industry. Under the agreement, WizKids/NECA will continue releasing DC Comics’ characters on their award-winning HeroClix platform.

The new 2010 DC Comics HeroClix lineup will draw from the most current and best-selling storylines, including Blackest Night Starter Game and Brightest Day Action Pack, both based on DC Comics’ Green Lantern comic book series. Additionally, the products will include the Watchmen Collector’s Set, featuring 25 highly detailed figures in a display-quality package, as well as Jonah Hex, based on Warner Bros. Pictures’ upcoming film on June 18, 2010. The DC Comics HeroClix line will also include the DC 75th Anniversary Set, which spans DC Comics’ rich history.

“WizKids/NECA is a respected leader in the gaming industry and ideal partner for this property,” said Karen McTier, executive vice president, domestic licensing and worldwide marketing, Warner Bros. Consumer Products. “We’re thrilled about the opportunity to continue working with them to bring DC Comics to fans in such a unique and fun way.”

“We’re excited to be able to continue our close partnership with DC Comics,” said Lax Chandra, President of WizKids. “Our most recent offering, Batman: The Brave and the Bold, sold 30% higher than our previous release and we are working even closer with DC Comics editorial team so that we can deliver the hottest editorial content in 2010.”

DC Comics HeroClix will be available at comic book and specialty gaming stores, with following release dates: Blackest Night Starter Game (June 9), Jonah Hex (June 2010) Watchmen (July 22), Brightest Day (October 2010), and the DC 75th Anniversary Set (November 2010). Batman: The Brave the Bold is available now.

HeroClix is a collectible miniatures game, where players construct teams of comic book super heroes and villains and play out a battle between characters turn-by-turn on a grid map.

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Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) today announced that it has expanded its partnership with Zazzle, the leader in on-demand retail manufacturing, with the addition of online Zazzle stores showcasing some of the world’s most popular entertainment brands, including Batman, Superman, Supergirl, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, Justice League, Harry Potter, Looney Tunes, Scooby-Doo, The Flintstones, The Jetsons, Yogi Bear and Tom and Jerry.

WBCP has also granted Zazzle limited-time exclusive access to art from five classic comic books in celebration of DC Comics’ 75th anniversary year. WBCP is leveraging Zazzle’s unique on-demand manufacturing technology and global online marketplace to deliver thousands of merchandise options for fans to customize and purchase.

The expanded partnership benefits all parties—WBCP, Zazzle and consumers—in multiple ways. For WBCP, the company’s treasure trove of popular content and characters is now available for fans to customize and create their own unique items through Zazzle’s on-demand manufacturing platform. For Zazzle, the partnership enhances the breadth of brand-name content available to consumers in its online marketplace. And fans of Warner Bros.’ characters, from Batman and Green Lantern to Fred Flintstone and Pebbles to Scooby-Doo, can now benefit from the powerful customization options available at Zazzle to design and create their very own one-of-a-kind products.

Starting immediately with the launch of Batman, Green Lantern, Superman, Supergirl, Justice League, and Wonder Woman stores, plus expanding the content offering for the existing Scooby-Doo and Looney Tunes stores, WBCP and Zazzle will be launching a range of new properties which will be added over the next several weeks.

"Zazzle is the industry leader in on-demand, online retail manufacturing and the perfect partner in this expansive venture," said Karen McTier, Executive Vice President of Domestic Licensing and Worldwide Marketing, Warner Bros. Consumer Products. "The depth and breadth of the Warner Bros. portfolio lends itself perfectly to the vast array of offerings which will be available to consumers."

“We’re excited that Warner Bros. Consumer Products has chosen to make their properties available to fans in the Zazzle marketplace,” said Jason Kang, vice president of marketing at Zazzle. “With this partnership, we will unlock the value of some of the world’s best-known characters, and allow fans to engage with their favorite characters on products in a manner that is personal and custom.”

“As a lifelong fan of such iconic heroes as Superman and Batman, I couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome this incredible content onto the Zazzle platform,” commented Darren Luvaas, creative director at Zazzle. “With infinite options, the opportunity for fans like me just went to a whole new level. There are simply no limits to the world’s imagination – and it’s all possible at Zazzle.”

	Special thanks to Matty Mattel for taking the time to answer these questions:

In a previous Q&A, you stated that DCUC Wave 13 Donna Troy will be "the first teen female with a new buck." This would be perfect for the Silver Age Wonder Girl, but when Donna switched to the red jumper costume she was in her mid-teens and full grown. Since she has already gone into production, is it possible that she will be rereleased in this costume on the adult female buck? Possibly as a repaint for the modern Donna Troy starfield costume? The Teen Titans released so far are from different eras and scales that don't make a consistent team lineup. Are there plans to revisit these characters to better represent each particular era?
	It is possible, but we can’t comment on unannounced figure or variants.
DC Universe Infinite Heroes > Can we get the breastplate paint-app corrected for the 2010 re-release of the DC Universe: Infinite Heroes "Crisis" Wonder Woman? The top segments forming the neckline should be red, but were originally produced in yellow, adding an extra yellow "tier" to the WW symbol breastplate. (For a corrected example, check out our custom repaint)
	We’ll definitely look into this for repaint options down the road!
DC Universe Infinite Heroes > Could we plan to see the beautiful new Modern Age Wonder Woman that was included in the Walmart Exclusive "OMAC Attack" 6-pack re-issued on a single card at some point?
	That pack should still be making it out later this year.
DC Universe Classics > Is there a chance we might see a Bronze Age "Super Powers" style Wonder Woman re-deco featuring yellow instead of gold paint, a one-point belt/tiara and blue bracelets?
	Again, great suggestion but we can’t comment on unannounced figures. We do plan to get to more variations of everyone’s favorite Amazon Princess in the future.

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DCUC: Wave 13 > Modern Cheetah - We were surprised to see the black halter and leggings added! Was this planned from the beginning or a later decision?
	This was added on during planning. We do have plans for multiple versions of Cheetah as we go forward.
DCUC: Wave 13 > Modern Cheetah - Could we see the unclothed version as future variant?
	Yes! We actually have this planned already.
DC Retro-Action Heroes > Is this line sticking to classic Bronze Age costumes inspired by their MEGO counterparts?
	While some figures will be in classic attire, the line is in no way limited to one era. The styling however will remain classic.
DC Retro-Action Heroes > Will female figures have rooted or sculpted hair?
	Rooted all the way!
DC Universe / Masters of the Universe 2-packs > Any plans for a Wonder Woman/Teela or Wonder Woman/She-Ra?
	We’ll have to see how the first two packs do before announcing any further additions to the line.

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	Special thanks to Matty Mattel for taking the time to answer these questions:

We are so excited to see the amazing 12" General Zod Mattycollector.com exclusive, so we find ourselves asking - can a 6" or 12" Lynda Carter as Wonder Woman figure be far behind?
	There are no plans right now but it is certainly something we would look into.
Fans are thrilled with DC Universe Classics: Wave 13 including Cheetah (Classic and Modern) and Donna Troy - thank you! Are you considering other Wonder Woman allies and adversaries for future waves? Any hints would be much appreciated!
	Yes, we are looking at more Wonder Woman characters for future waves but do not have enough details locked down to offer any hints quite yet! Stay tuned.
With the exciting news about the Justice League Unlimited line continuing into 2010, could this mean more Wonder Woman redecos after the Eclipsed version?
	It very well could. Wonder Woman was a major character in the show and we will do our best to keep the main characters available in original and new decos that are collector-friendly.
Any chance that some of the other Wonder Woman related characters from Justice League Unlimited will get figures? Fans would love to see Hippolyta, Fury, Steve Trevor, Circe, Ares, Angle Man, Dr. Cyber.
	Those are all great choices, but we are just not ready to confirm anything yet. Keep an eye out for the latest JLU figure news from our NYTF Collector Night on February 14th! (NOTE: ExperienceTheWonder.com is covering Toy Fair 2010 and will be attending the Mattel Collector Night! We'll be posting all our Toy Fair coverage right here in "The Latest" upon our return on 2/16!)
Fans love knowing who sculpted their favorite figures and we're so pleased that The Four Horsemen are credited for the amazing DC Universe Classics line. We'd also love to know the sculptor(s) for the Infinite Heroes Wonder Woman figures - both “Crisis” and “DVD” versions please! Understanding the standard DCIH female body and unique Wonder Woman heads may have been sculpted by different artists or teams, any information you are willing to share would be much appreciated!
	Both of those figures were sculpted by internal Mattel talent. Sorry, we can’t give out specifics on our talent!

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Were there/are there plans for a Wonder Woman “DVD” Infinite Heroes 3-pack similar to the Batman: Gotham Night and Superman/Batman: Public Enemies 3-pack? If not, is there a chance for a re-issue of the DVD-style Wonder Woman on a single card?
Nope. This figure is exclusive to the DVD release, so no plans for a 3 pack or a single re-release.
You have mentioned before we could see female characters in the Batman: The Brave and The Bold 2-packs. Even though Wonder Woman cannot be included on the series (according to our sources) – is she eligible for a figure in this line?
No, she is not eligible for this line as she is not part of the show.

Is the DC Super Friends (toddler) line continuing? If so, is Wonder Woman in the line-up somewhere?
No plans right now, but we’ll keep you posted!

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Wonder-fans are anxiously anticipating the release of the two 2009 holiday exclusive 6-packs including Wonder Woman: Target’s Justice League “Eclipsed” and Walmart’s Infinite Heroes “OMAC Attack”. Understanding that distribution, stocking and availability can take a few weeks and vary by region/store, can you give us a general idea of when these packs will start shipping to their respective retailers?
Both of these packs are just starting to ship. You should see them throughout the holidays. >> More information & photos here

Can we expect to see Wonder Woman included in an early Wave of the new line: World’s Greatest Super Heroes?
I am looking to add Wonder Woman to the Retro Action 8” cloth line, but at this time I cannot announce any figures beyond the first wave.

Since the recent release of the DC Direct Wonder Woman 1:6 Scale Deluxe Collector figure, Wonder-fans are more eager than ever for a “Giants Of Justice” Wonder Woman. If this line is continuing, and with Toys R Us’ new pre-order system, could we see a TRU exclusive GOJ Wonder Woman if there is enough fan interest through confirmed pre-orders?
I’d love to do a Giants of Justice Wonder Woman figure, and if it happens I’ll let you know!
Justice League Unlimited Fan Collection: Since we recently enjoyed the release of a Wonder Pig figure from the episode “This Little Piggy", can we expect a show-accurate Circe in an upcoming Wave to complete that story?
Circe would be awesome, but no plans quite yet for this mistress of magic!

Are you considering another DC Universe Classics “Variant” Wonder Woman - possibly with a cape and redeco/battle-armor?
Yes, in time the plan is to redo most of the big guns in multiple outfits including our favorite Amazon Princess.

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