The good folk over at Albino Dragon have just been in touch with us to let us know about this fantastic looking set of Alien playing cards that they are putting out. The artwork was provided by Matt Demino (who you can find on Facebook or DeviantArt if you want to see more of his work!). You can see some pictures of the set below:
“This officially licensed deck of 52 playing cards needs no introduction. Order one today so that it can burst out of its packaging on your door step!”
The set looks absolutely gorgeous! The only issue I have is that the jack (chestburster) and queen (face-hugger) are the wrong way around (in my opinion). The full art cards are also unique for each suit.
The set is only available to those in the United States. For those interested in ordering a set of Alien playing cards there is also a coupon for 2 decks for $20 (ordinarily $15 each), all you need to do is pop in the apt code “2for20“.
If there is enough interest in this Alien themed set, there is also a possibility of an Aliens themed set being released next year for the 30th anniversary.
I guess it's the place to get them from if you want them shipping out of the US.
Waiting for my copy to arrive.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=ADR10000&mode=retail
So, yeah. I'd say licencing is the reason for the exclusive region US sales. I'm just grateful it's not another dick SDCC exclusive. Those things suck.
Honestly, I'd love to get my hands on a pack of these. They look terrific. So screw Amazon. Ebay is the answer.
-Windebieste.
Or very likely shipping issues. It is so difficult to get items from Amazon or Ebay up here in Canada. Sellers don't want to deal with the hassle. Then again, all new products need to have English and French text on the package in order to be sold in Canada.
I had the same thought and then remembered Alien. xD
Will sell twice as fast if they were available Worldwide. ghaahgahahagaghrrrraglaag...
-Windebieste.
Oh wait. It's specificity based on the first film only...
Should probably read more carefully in the future!