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| Hasbro’s Black Panther Erik Killmonger figure |
Get your first look at Erik Killmonger’s costume and the new Black Panther suit for the upcoming movie! This past weekend Hasbro’s first ever toy expo HasCon 2017 kicked off in Providence, RI. It showed off the new toys for the upcoming Black Panther (2018) movie. They look amazing and really showcase the power of the characters. Plus, there are subtle clues to the film.
Slash & Strike Back Black Panther
“Kids can imagine slashing into combat as Black Panther with this 13-inch electronic figure! Simply pull back and release the Black Panther figure’s arm to activate lights and sounds, allowing kids to imagine him striking down on his enemies in battle. Features more than 20 phrases and sounds, and comes equipped with Vibranium-grade technology as seen in the film.” $29.99 (Photo: Hasbro)
Vibranium Black Panther in package
“Bring the action from Wakanda to life in 6-inch scale! Featuring movie-inspired design and seven points of articulation, kids can create superhero and villain scenes featuring Black Panther, Erik Killmonger, Shuri, and Vibranium Suit Black Panther. Includes character-inspired, Vibranium-charged accessories. Each figure sold separately.” $9.99 each (Photo: Hasbro)
Vibranium Black Panther 6-inch figure
This picture shows the biggest change from the Captian America: Civil War with accents of supercharged Vibranium. (Photo: Hasbro)
Shuri in package
The packaging shows Letitia Wright’s warrior-princess Shuri and her Vibranium power gloves.
$9.99 (Photo: Hasbro)
Shuri 6-inch figure
This picture out of the package shows Shuri using the power gloves that we’ve seen in the trailer.
(Photo: Hasbro)
Black Panther in package
This figure has the more traditional Black Panther costume. $9.99 (Photo: Hasbro)
Black Panther 6-inch figure
This figure holds a Wakandan Vibranium staff. (Photo: Hasbro)
Erik Killmonger in package
The Erik Killmonger (Michael B. Jordan) shows a costume that’s intentionally similar to Black Panther’s. In the movie, he’s trying to usurp T’Challa as the leader of Wakanda. Notice that it doesn’t have Vibranium since he’s banned from the mines. But it does have Vibranium weapons. (Photo: Hasbro)
Erik Killmonger 6-inch figure
Here’s the figure out of the packaging holding Vibranium weapons. The only way he’d get these is by going to Wakanda. Look for him to stage a rematch with T’Challa. (Photo: Hasbro)
Black Panther 2-in-1 Panther Jet (packaging)
“Imagine Black Panther preparing for an attack with this 2-IN-1 Panther Jet Vehicle, inspired by the movie. Featuring a simple conversion mechanism, kids can switch from a panther-like ground attack vehicle to a royal jet, offering two forms of play. Includes a cockpit that is compatible with 6-inch scale figures (not included).” $29.99 (Photo: Hasbro)
Black Panther 2-in-1 Panther Jet (plane mode)
The Panther Jet transforms from a plane to a robot. Here’s a better look at the plane mode. (Photo: Hasbro)
Black Panther 2-in-1 Panther Jet (ground mode)
Here’s another view of the Panther Jet in it’s crouching cat pose. (Photo: Hasbro)
Black Panther 12-inch Titan Hero Figure
“The battles are bigger and the stakes are higher with these 12-inch scale figures from the Titan Hero Series line! Charge into battle to defend Wakanda with movie-inspired figures, featuring five points of articulation. Choose between Black Panther or Erik Killmonger.” $9.99 (Photo: Hasbro)
Erik Killmonger 12-inch Titan Hero Figure
The 12-inch tall figure shows more details of the Erik Killmonger costume. $9.99 (Photo: Hasbro)
Black Panther Vibranium Power FX Mask
“Imagine suiting up for battle as Black Panther with Vibranium-powered combat gear! This new mask, inspired by the movie, features a flip-down lens for two ways to play. Press the button on the side of the mask once for a pulsating light or twice for a fixed light effect.” $19.99 (Photo: Hasbro)
Black Panther Nerf Vibranium Strike Gauntlet
“Protect the citizens of Wakanda and charge into combat with projectile-firing action! This Vibranium-powered Nerf Gauntlet looks like the head of a panther and is inspired by the technology designed and worn by Shuri in the movie. ” (Photo: Hasbro)
Black Panther Vibranium Power FX Claw
“Battle like the warrior king Black Panther with this movie-inspired Vibranium Power FX Claw! This claw features slashing sound effects and lights that are activated with surface contact.” $19.99 (Photo: Hasbro)
Black Panther Slash Claw
“With his claws sharp and his eyes set on his target, Black Panther is ready to pounce! Kids can gear up like Black Panther with this retractable Slash Claw inspired by the movie. Press the claws onto a hard surface to retract, or strike their hand forward to extend them for battle.” $9.99 (Photo: Hasbro)
Black Panther Mask
“Kids can pretend to be the hero legend, Black Panther, with this mask. Design inspired by the movie, this mask also features a flexible band to fit most ordinary mortals.” $9.99 (Photo: Hasbro)
No word on when these toys go on sale.
ABOUT BLACK PANTHER (2018)
Official Synopsis: “After the events of Marvel’s Captain America: Civil War, King T’Challa returns home to the reclusive, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to serve as his country’s new leader. However, T’Challa soon finds that he is challenged for the throne from factions within his own country. When two foes conspire to destroy Wakanda, the hero known as Black Panther must team up with C.I.A. agent Everett K. Ross and members of the Dora Milaje, Wakanadan special forces, to prevent Wakanda from being dragged into a world war.”
Black Panther (2018) stars Chadwick Boseman as T’Challa / Black Panther, Michael B. Jordan as Erik Killmonger, Lupita Nyong’o as Nakia, Danai Gurira as Okoye, Martin Freeman as Everett K. Ross, Daniel Kaluuya as W’Kabi, Angela Bassett as Ramonda, Forest Whitaker as Zuri, Andy Serkis as Ulysses Klaue, Florence Kasumba as Ayo, John Kani as T’Chaka, Winston Duke as M’Baku / Man Ape, Letitia Wright as Shuri, Sterling K. Brown as N’Jobu, Isaach de Bankolé, Nabiyah Be as Tilda Johnson, Sydelle Noel as Xoliswa, and Atandwa Kani.
Directed by Ryan Coogler
Screenplay by Joe Robert Cole and Ryan Coogler
Music by Ludwig Göransson
Cinematography by Rachel Morrison
Black Panther (2018) is scheduled to be released February 16, 2018 (United States)
[Via Yahoo]
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It seems like a fight between Black Panther and Killmonger could get confusing with how similar their costumes are.