Kernel, a digital media site that offers exclusive merchandise and content related to upcoming movies and events, has launched a huge
Assassin's Creed presale at www.kernel.com/assassinscreed, giving fans a chance to
grab limited-edition collectibles, advance tickets and more ahead
of the movie's release on December 21. Offered through a
collaboration between Ubisoft, Fox, New Regency, and creators
including Project TriForce and McFarlane Toys, the available
packages range from $15 to $1,200, and all come with a ticket to
see Assassin's Creed in theaters, a digital copy of the script (to
be delivered on the day of the film's release) and access to
additional behind-the-scenes extras. Kernel has revealed some of
its early offerings, which include: Spanish Crossbow from
Ubi Workshop - Kernel Exclusive
Created by Hollywood prop
designer Tim Wildgoose and limited to a production run of just 20,
this handcrafted, 1:1-scale replica of a 15th century crossbow prop
used in the Assassin's Creed movie is available only through Kernel
for $1,200. Featuring scenes from medieval Spain and Assassin's
Creed lore, it comes with a signed letter of authenticity.
TriForce Aguilar Premier Scale Statue
Cast in polystone, this
$600 limited-edition statue of Aguilar is hand-finished and
hand-painted by the artisans of Project TriForce, and depicts the
film's lead Assassin on top of a 15th century Spanish rooftop.
Official Assassin's Creed Hoodie - Kernel
Exclusive
Another Ubi Workshop piece
available exclusively through Kernel, this hoodie is patterned
after the one worn by Callum Lynch in the movie, which was created
by BAFTA-nominated costume designer Sammy Sheldon Differ. Priced at
$150, this official hoodie is made from 100 percent polyester, and
features two side pockets, a YKK zipper, and buttons embossed with
the Assassin's Creed logo. McFarlane Toys Aguilar Hidden
Blade
For cosplayers (or
Assassin's Creed fans in general), no item is more essential than
the Hidden Blade, and you can get an early look at a sculpt of
Aguilar's blade courtesy of Kernel. The final product will be
painted and functional, complete with a button-activated extending
blade, and it's priced at $60. Assassin's Creed Movie
T-Shirt
Emblazoned with the phrase
"Work in the darkness to serve the light," this sharp looking
T-shirt is made of 100% pre-shrunk cotton, and includes the ticket,
digital script and extras included with the other packages for $25.
Collector's Watch and Temporary Tattoos
Available for one week
only, this package gives fans a chance to get their hands on an
Assassin's Creed LED collector's watch (which features a silicone
band, digital readout, and month/year function), as well as
replicas of the tattoos worn by Aguilar and Maria in the Assassin's
Creed movie, all for $15. The Assassin's Creed movie releases in
theaters on December 21, 2016. For more details on Kernel's
offerings, visit www.kernel.com/assassinscreed.
March 9, 2016
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