There's never a shortage of news related to The Walking Dead and we've rounded up a number of items related to the TV series, including photos of The Walking Dead TV Series 5 action figures, a video of Norman Reedus being pranked, The Walking Dead slot machine, and a zombie bottle opener from Diamond Select Toys:
The Walking Dead TV Series 5 Action Figures:
Due out in February, here's a final look at the upcoming figures from McFarlane Toys:
Glenn: With his uncanny ability to move in and out of perilous situations, Glenn has become Rick’s “go-to-town” expert. Throughout the apocalypse Glenn has proven himself a vital cog to the survival of the original Atlanta group. Through his bravery and selflessness, Glenn has also caught the eye of the Hershel’s daughter, Maggie. This action-figure comes with approximately 22 points of articulation, handgun with leg holster, knife with hip sheath, broken bloody pipe and alternate head with bloodied face.
Tyreese: Out of food, supplies and options, Tyreese is forced to lead a small band of survivors into the walker-infested landscape of Atlanta in search of provisions and safety. With his sister Sasha by his side, Tyreese and his group stumble into the prison where they are rescued and taken in by Rick’s son, Carl. This action-figure comes with approximately 22 points of articulation, hammer, shotgun and a silenced pistol that fans will instantly recognize.
Maggie: Maggie is the eldest daughter of Hershel’s daughters, and it is apparent she is not your typical girl from the farm. Beautiful and headstrong, her qualities quickly attracted Glenn’s attention and he wasted no time making his feelings known in this new unpredictably dangerous world. They proved that even in a zombie apocalypse, love can flourish. This action-figure comes with approximately 22 points of articulation, knife with hip sheath, assault rifle, and pistol.
Charred Walker: It is now clear what it takes to take down a Walker…Destroy the brain! Anything short of that could be a death sentence for any living human. As the Governor’s Woodbury camp and Rick’s group engage in full out warfare, one of the Governor’s main weapons is sabotaged by fire and gasoline when his screamer pit is ignited in a ball of flames! But fear not, with brains intact this Charred Walker’s taste for flesh continues! This action-figure comes with approximately 5 points of articulation, gas can, and disk base.
Zombie Merle: After being left for dead in Season 1, Merle Dixon, brother of Daryl, made his return as The Governor’s left-hand man (he lost his right) in Season 3! After reuniting with his baby bother, Merle began searching for redemption, but instead met his demise. Daryl eventually finds his brother converted into a bloodied walker. This action-figure comes with approximately 22 points of articulation and a prosthetic arm with prison shiv.
Zombie Prank:
"FOX, leading international entertainment pay-TV network and broadcaster of “The Walking Dead” in 125 countries outside the USA, launched its social media driven “#getFOXed” campaign in Tokyo today. Designed to identify super fans of its global hit shows by creating unmatched fan experiences, the campaign kicked off with the Ultimate Zombie Prank on Norman Reedus.
“The Walking Dead” fan and Vine “Zombie Prankster” Nick Santonastasso, who has more than 534,000 followers, was flown to Tokyo, Japan where he was transformed into a walker by the show’s Special Effects guru, Greg Nicotero. Andrew Lincoln (Rick Grimes), Nick’s co-conspirator, manned the control room giving the final go ahead, while hidden cameras captured every angle of Nick’s big scare on Norman Reedus (Daryl).
Nick’s prank was a follow up to his existing 2-part viral “Zombie Prank” Vine series:
17-year old Nick, was born with a rare syndrome called Hanhart and has only one arm and no legs. His determination and infectious zest for life have enabled him to overcome countless obstacles and he has now become an inspiration for many kids and adults. Because of his outspoken love for “The Walking Dead,” Nick was the perfect fan to launch the “#getFOXed” campaign. Don’t miss the global return of “The Walking Dead” across FOX channels outside of the USA on February 10th. Check local listings for exact times."
Slot Machine:
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“The Walking Dead Slot Game is the perfect marriage between TV’s leading drama and the gaming industry’s leading developer,” said Theresa Beyer, AMC’s Vice President of Promotions and Activation. “The show keeps viewers on the edge of their seats, and Aristocrat now delivers that same experience for gaming fans.”
The Walking Dead Slot Game made its debut at the Global Gaming Expo late last year to rave reviews from attendees and press. The Las Vegas Sun noted the game was “by far the most popular game at G2E.”
The dynamic game is housed in Aristocrat’s award-winning VERVEhd™ cabinet and is packed with video clips and images from the show, exciting features, and an abundance of bonus opportunities. The experience is heightened by Aristocrat’s surround sound iChair™ for a completely engrossing game that challenges players to win the fight for survival."
Zombie Bottle Opener:
"Walking Dead Pet Zombie Metal Bottle Opener: It's another high-quality Walking Dead product from DST! This 3.5-inch solid metal bottle opener depicts the collared head of one of Michonne's pet zombies from the smash hit comic book series. Simply insert the end of a bottle in this zombie's jawless mouth, and bottle caps will come off with ease! This opener also features magnets on the back for easy refrigerator door display. (SRP $18.00, item #AUG132036)"
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