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NYCC 2024: Tsubuyara unveils a star-studded line-up of comic and fantasy artists for the second wave of the Ultraman Trading Card Game set to launch in 2025

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Japan’s most iconic hero, Ultraman, will be getting an artistic infusion from some of the world’s most renowned comic artists as Tsuburaya Productions Co., Ltd has unveiled the initial line-up of iconic comic artists who will be drawing their own spin on the Ultraman Universe as part of Wave 2 of the highly-buzzed about Ultraman Card Game.  Just as the initial Ultraman Card Game Starter Deck is set to hit stores on Friday, October 25, Tsuburaya announced it is doubling down on the huge potential of this new collectible trading card game by bringing on an exciting roster of well-known artistic talent including fan-favorite Marvel artists Sean Chen, Reilly Brown, Davide Tinto, and David López, illustrator and Ultraman fan community favorite Klenda Vee, and revered fantasy painter Bob Eggleton. Each will be bringing their own fresh designs to Ultraman with awe-inspiring illustrations and colorful depictions like never before. 

The second wave of the Ultraman Card Game is scheduled to be released globally in early 2025, in four languages including Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese, and 23 countries and regions. The announcement was made during the Ultraman panel at New York Comic Con.

First announced in July 2024, the Ultraman Card Game is a new trading card game inspired by the world of Ultraman featuring playability appealing to both adults and kids, as well as collectability with specially designed cards by creators from around the globe.  The initial five iconic talents confirmed for wave two are some of the hottest artists in the industry and their impressive credits speak for themselves:

  • Sean Chen: Iron Man, Fantastic Four, Wolverine, Avengers, Batman Beyond, Pacific Rim: Tales from Year Zero.
  • Reilly Brown: Amazing Spider-Man, Incredible Hercules, Lobo, Deadpool, Outrage
  • David López: Catwoman, All-New Wolverine, Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight, Justice League Adventures, Wonder Woman, and Birds of Prey
  • Bob Eggleton: Godzilla, Jimmy Neutron, Magic: The Gathering, Famous Monsters of Filmland, G-Fan, and Japanese Giants
  • Davide Tinto: Ultraman: The Mystery of Ultraseven, Star Wars: Bounty Hunters, Marvel Action Spider-Man, Fantastic Four, Commanders In Crisis
  • Klenda Vee: Known for hand drawn, ink pen/pencil on paper, as well as watercolor painted pieces of the Ultra Heroes and Kaiju, Klenda has been a leading voice in the Ultraman fan community.

Ultraman Card Game tournaments are also being planned for 2025 for players to begin competing in earnest. Players who win qualifying events will have the opportunity to participate in a World Tournament planned for Spring 2026 in Tokyo, Japan.

SDCC 2024: A new Ultraman Trading Card Game lands on tables this October

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Tsuburaya Productions Co., Ltd is bringing fans into the Ultraman universe like never before with the first trading card game based on the popular Japanese hero, the Ultraman Card Game. The trading card game will debut at retail on Friday, October 25, 2024, with a historic industry-first release in four languages and 15 countries and regions. With cards printed in Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese, this marks the first time a trading card game will launch on a global scale in four languages simultaneously.

The Ultraman Card Game is a new trading card game inspired by the world of Ultraman featuring playability appealing to both adults and kids, as well as collectability with future releases featuring specially designed cards by creators from around the globe. The game will also offer several rare cards to collect from designers such as Ultraman Tiga illustrator Hiroshi Maruyama and Ultraman production designer Masayuki Goto. 

The initial release will offer two starter decks – Heroes of Hyper Space and The Bonds of Zero – each featuring 50 cards, a playsheet, and one booster pack to provide players with everything they need to start playing the game. Beginning in early November, players can also separately purchase Guardians of the Earth booster packs with 12 randomized cards per pack in either single packs or 24-pack boxes, allowing players to build their own original decks, collect their favorite characters, and enjoy the game in their own way. Each Guardians of the Earth booster box includes a “triple-rare” (RRR) Ancient Monster Gomora card.

Ultraman Card Game playtest events will be held beginning this July in Japan, with test decks gifted to participants. Ultraman fans in the US will have a chance to playtest the Ultraman Card Game at San Diego Comic-Con at Booth #3729.

Global Ultraman Card Game tournaments are planned for 2025 for players to begin competing in earnest. Players who win qualifying events will have the opportunity to participate in a World Championship planned for Spring 2026 in Tokyo, Japan.

SDCC 2024: Ultraman Takes Over – Ultraman Live Characters, New Announcements, Must-Have Merch and Exclusive Screenings

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Get ready to connect with Ultraman like never before! Tsuburaya Productions have announced that Japan’s most iconic superhero Ultraman will be taking over San Diego Comic-Con in a big way. All weekend long, fans of the pop culture franchise will have access to premium Ultraman content from must-attend panels, unique screenings, meet and greets with Ultraman live characters, autograph sessions with Ultraman universe artists and talent, collectible merch, and more!

The Ultraman universe first debuted in 1966 in the television series Ultra Q, and over the last 58+ years, the Ultraman franchise has spawned a record number of television series, films, video games, and more.  The presence of Ultraman at San Diego Comic-Con comes at a time of major growth and increased brand awareness of the Ultraman franchise, sparked by the recent hit-maker Ultraman: Rising, which landed on Netflix in June and has become a fan-favorite and critical darling. 

See below for a description of the panel, merch, and more opportunities to connect with the Ultraman fandom at San Diego Comic-Con this year:

Panel: Marvel’s Ultraman X Avengers – Ultraman Connection Live!
Friday, July 26 at 6:30-7:30pm – Room 5AB

For the first time in history Tsuburaya Productions has teamed with Marvel Comics to bring Ultraman, Captain America, Iron Man, Spider-Man, Captain Marvel, and the Wasp together for an unprecedented team-up in Ultraman X Avengers. Join the Ultraman Connection editorial team as they interview cover artist E.J. Su (Transformers, Castlevania), Reilly Brown (Deadpool, Lobo), and other Ultraman artists to learn about this titanic story—including the identity of the miniseries major villains! Also revealed will be a sneak peek at the fantastic Ultraman Card Game art contributions by American talent. And watch for the announcement of a major new project as well as live appearances by Ultraman and Ultraseven!

Screening: Ultraman Blazar the Movie: Tokyo Kaiju Showdown
Friday, July 26 at 9:15-11:00pm – 6DE

The official North American premiere of the live-action Blazar tokusatsu feature film! A wave of deadly Kaiju attacks Tokyo, prompting Capt. Gento and SKaRD to engage in relentless battle. As Ultraman Blazar rises to the challenge in his inimitable way, our heroes must solve the final mysteries of the Blazar series to find a key to stopping the giant monster onslaught. This is the excellent English-language simuldub. Hosted by Ultraman Connection and featuring live appearances by Ultraman Blazar and a surprise Ultra Hero!

Panel: Ultraman: Rising & the New Ultraman Universe
Sunday, July 28 at 1:30-2:30pm – Room 6A

Join Ultraman: Rising stars Christopher Sean (Ken Sato) and Keone Young (Dr. Onda), directors Shannon Tindle (Kubo and the Two Strings, Lost Ollie) and John Aoshima (DuckTales, Gravity Falls), and Tsuburaya Productions as they discuss the smash hit Netflix animated feature and catch up on a raft of new upcoming Ultraman content. Get a sneak preview of all things related to these Kaiju-fighting Giants of Light. Learn plans for the newest Ultra Hero, Ultraman Arc. Catch the stunning artwork for Ultraman X Avengers from Marvel Comics. Preview the Ultraman Card Game by the creators of the Force of Will TCG. Check out the new Mill Creek Entertainment Blu-rays. Plus, special live appearances by Ultraman and friends!

Ultra Hero Character Meet and Greets

Fans will have the opportunity to connect with major franchise characters at the Ultraman booth (#3729) as well as the Bandai booth (#3345) this year, including Ultraman, Ultraman Arc, Ultraman Blazar, Ultraman Zero, and Ultraman Taiga. On the heels of the recent hit-maker Ultraman: Rising, breakout character Emi will also make her debut appearance. Selected Ultraman licensee exhibitors may also host Ultraman character appearances.

Ultraman Artist Autograph Sessions

Exciting autograph sessions are planned to take place at the Tsuburaya Fields Media & Pictures booth (#3729) throughout the weekend. Featured artists and talent include fan favorite Jamie Noguchi (Thursday at 2pm), and Marvel Comics artists E.J. Su (Friday at 11am) and Reilly Brown (Saturday at 11:30am), Nakatomi Ultraman: Rising Poster Artist Tom Whalen (Friday at 3pm), Ultraman: Rising Director Shannon Tindle (Saturday at 1pm), and Ultraman: Rising Co-Director John Aoshima (Saturday at 1pm).

Ultraman Must-Have Merch

In partnership with Alliance Entertainment, fans can get an in-person taste of online retailer popmarket.com at the Ultraman booth #3729.  With a dedicated ULTRAMAN store on its website, popmarket is a true pop culture destination with hundreds of items from major collectible brands, including Bandai, Nakatomi Posters, Tamashii Nations and more. Additionally, Bandai will have a dedicated booth space (#3345) featuring a wide range of Ultraman figures and products for everyone to enjoy.

Ultraman Trading Card Game

On the heels of the recently announced Ultraman Card Game, the game will be demonstrated for fans at the Ultraman booth (#3729) prior to its release at retail on October 25, 2024. Transmedia Producer Jeff Gomez and Ultraman Connection’s EJ Couloucoundis will also join with artists from the trading card game to review conventiongoer portfolios. Talented amateur, semi-pro, and professional artists may be selected to contribute art to upcoming releases from the Ultraman Card Game.