Wellington’s special effects house Weta, used to working with big-name Hollywood stars on The Lord of the Rings, is now mixing it with royalty. For the past week the son and daughter-in-law of Prince Chatri Chalem Yukol of Thailand and five technicians from the prince’s film production company have been learning the tricks of the trade from Weta’s experts. [More]
Month: April 2004
If you weren’t aware, there is a new set of collectibles about to be release from Master Replicas. These items a direct replicas from the film and include an electronic component to simulate the special effects from the films. According a recent newsletter from the company, we should see some images of these collectibles very shortly! Follow the link for details. (PS – Master Replicas has already earned themselves quite a following with the Star Trek and Star Wars lines. Lets hope they can do LOTR justice!) [More]
Ringer staffer Garfiemao reminds us of the latest release from Master Replicas:
Dear Collectible Enthusiast,
Now you can join Frodo, Samwise, Gandalf and the brave Fellowship on their quest to end the reign of Sauron with The Lord of the Rings Collection by Master Replicas.
The legend truly comes to life with our exciting selection of limited edition, electronic collectibles: Sting, Sauron One Ring, Light of Earendil, and the Staff of Gandalf the White. Each replica simulates the special effects seen in The Lord of the Rings trilogy so that you can re-experience the legend in all of its glory.
Available on April 30!
Sting Sword, FX Collectible
When you wield Frodo’s trusty weapon, you’ll know when Orcs are near because the sword glows blue! Not only that, but you’ll experience the clash and clang of battle with digitally recorded sound effects controlled by a motion sensor inside the replica. The die-cast metal handle has a wood-grain pattern and silver leaf filigree accents. Limited quantities available – $119
Sauron One Ring
Watch in awe and horror as the Elvish script on The One Ring, still encircling Sauron’s armor-clad severed finger, emits its sinister red glow. Limited Edition: Only 2,500 available worldwide – $199
Light of Earendil
You’ll never be in the dark again! This replica of the elegant Light of Earendil will shine “when all other lights go out.” Limited Edition: Only 2,500 available worldwide – $149
Gandalf the White Staff
Now you can behold the power of the staff of Gandalf the White. The ornately carved crown emanates a mystical white glow as a reminder of its magical powers. Limited Edition: Only 2,500 available worldwide – $299
Feed your imagination and your hunger for adventure with Master Replicas‘ newest line of electronic collectibles from The Lord of the Rings!
Your Source for Quality Collectibles, Master Replicas
Check out their website at http://www.masterreplicas.com
The Company ride on the eagles’ backs over the Misty Mountains, and Bilbo is very glad when he is finally deposited back on the ground. When the eagles depart, Gandalf leads them to the house of one of his friends from whom he intends to procure some assistance. This friend is however something of an original and steps must be taken to ensure that the Company will be welcomed to the house of Beorn.[More]
The Company ride on the eagles’ backs over the Misty Mountains, and Bilbo is very glad when he is finally deposited back on the ground. When the eagles depart, Gandalf leads them to the house of one of his friends from whom he intends to procure some assistance. This friend is however something of an original and steps must be taken to ensure that the Company will be welcomed to the house of Beorn.[More]
Queer Lodgings:
The Company ride on the eagles’ backs over the Misty Mountains, and Bilbo is very glad when he is finally deposited back on the ground. When the eagles depart, Gandalf leads them to the house of one of his friends from whom he intends to procure some assistance. This friend is however something of an original and steps must be taken to ensure that the Company will be welcomed to the house of Beorn.
What manner of being is Beorn exactly and how does he treat his visitors? What is Beorns house like? Where is Gandalf off to at the end of the chapter? Where do you think Tolkien got the idea for Beorn and his house from? Join us in #thehalloffire as we take a look at Chapter 7 of ‘The Hobbit’ – Queer Lodgings.
upcoming topics:
weekend 080504-090504: The Hobbit – Chapter 8
weekend 150504-160504: Mythological Creatures in Tolkien.
weekend 220504-230504: The Hobbit – Chapter 9
weekend 290504-300504: The Hobbit – Chapter 10
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