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The first large piece of Diablo III [[merchandise]], this large, highly-detailed statue of the [[Barbarian]] standing on [[Diablo]]'s skull was created by Side Show Toys and went on sale in mid-2009. The first round of 750 statues sold out in two days, and they are currently on back order. | The first large piece of Diablo III [[merchandise]], this large, highly-detailed statue of the [[Barbarian]] standing on [[Diablo]]'s skull was created by Side Show Toys and went on sale in mid-2009. The first round of 750 statues sold out in two days, and they are currently on back order. | ||
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Side Show Toys and Blizzard collaborated to release numerous making-of photos, as well as a few interviews with the sculptors and other behind the scenes info. | Side Show Toys and Blizzard collaborated to release numerous making-of photos, as well as a few interviews with the sculptors and other behind the scenes info. | ||
Revision as of 12:55, 1 February 2010
The first large piece of Diablo III merchandise, this large, highly-detailed statue of the Barbarian standing on Diablo's skull was created by Side Show Toys and went on sale in mid-2009. The first round of 750 statues sold out in two days, and they are currently on back order.
The statue may be purchased through Side Show Toy for $299.99. Very limited quantities remain (as of February 2010).
Official Description
Sideshow Collectibles and Blizzard Entertainment are proud to introduce the Diablo III Collectible series with this epic first release. The OVERTHROWN Diorama depicts the warrior class in fine form, wielding dual-axes in the heat of battle. Each piece is individually painted and finished to exacting standards, each with its own unique quality and detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product. Don't miss this opportunity to begin your Diablo III collection with the limited edition OVERTHROWN Diorama.
Product Type: Polystone Diorama
Product Size: 18" H (457.2mm) x 12.5" W (317.5mm) x 13" D (330.2mm)*
Product Weight: 27.00 lbs (12.25 kg)*
Box Size: 25.25" H (641.35mm) x 16.75" W (425.45mm) x 14.25" L (361.95mm)*
Est. Shipping Weight: 50.00 lbs (22.68 kg)*
Dimensional Weight (DIM): 58 lbs
Artists:Manufactured by: Sideshow Collectibles
- Mike Najera
- Anthony Mestas
- Brock Otterbacher
- Jesse Lincoln
- Chadwick Andersen
- Simon Garcia
- The Sideshow Collectibles Design and Development Team
Other Diablo Statues?
No official announcements have been made about other Diablo 3 statues created by Side Show Toys, and the sculptors gave a no comment to this when asked in May, 2009. [1]
- Medievaldragon: Are you eventually developing a polystone diorama for each of the five Diablo III classes? i.e. the Witch Doctor and the Wizard?
- Brant: It’s possible, but not definite.
Making of the Statue
Side Show Toys and Blizzard collaborated to release numerous making-of photos, as well as a few interviews with the sculptors and other behind the scenes info.
A detailed article was posted on Side Show Toys about the making of. It includes numerous photos.
- Making of the statue.
- More than 50 photos of the statue during construction and as a final product.
News Milestones
- May 13, 2009 -- Short interview with the Side Show sculptors.
- June 12, 2009 -- Fully painted final statue unveiled.
- June 22, 2009 -- First edition of the statue sells out in two days.
- December 1, 2009 -- First shipped statues arrive.
- January 10, 2010 -- Second chance statue sales begin.
In a new home.
With a free apple.
Rough version.
Under construction.
Putting it together.
Final version.
