WETA District 9!

[robomorph]

http://www.wetanz.com/updated-weta-range-of-district-9-collectibles-has-launched/

Exo suit please! :thumbs2:

[Vracula]

booyah niiiiiiiiiice!

[Andrew]

I just saw this movie last night. It was a lot better than I thought it was going to be. It just goes to show you don't need a 100 million dollar budget to make a great sci fi flick.

[MwNN]

Finally!!!
I've been waiting for them to release something fantastic from D9!

[thx217]

Awesome! Bring on the 1/1 Arc gun and a 1/4 Wikus(in transformation) with Arc gun maquette AND THE EXO SUIT!!

http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/2130/district9biggun.jpg (http://img191.imageshack.us/i/district9biggun.jpg/)

[Zer0]

http://www.wetanz.com/weta-announces-range-of-district-9-collectibles

Exo suit please! :thumbs2: I'll take one.

[AsOneDead]

Sweet. Looking forward to some cool pieces, hope they aren't ridiculously expensive like Weta's other stuff.

[koten]

The movie was fantastic. One of the best from last year. I can't wait to see some of the pieces from this license.

[MwNN]

Sweet. Looking forward to some cool pieces, hope they aren't ridiculously expensive like Weta's other stuff.

Yeah, let's hope not.
I'm all ready spending too much this year and it's only January!

[CAIN MKII]

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Exo suit please! :thumbs2:

:iagree: Bring it NOW:buttrock:

[oddball]

got the same announcement from weta. should be very interesting!

[Weta]

To keep up to date with our District 9 announcements, sign up for our free Weta newsletters here :

http://www.wetanz.co.nz/insideweta/newsletter

Cheers

Tim

[SpenK]

To keep up to date with our District 9 announcements, sign up for our free Weta newsletters here :

http://www.wetanz.co.nz/insideweta/newsletter

Cheers

Tim

Will Do!!!!..... My Favorite Movie Last Year .... And becoming one of my All time favorites!!!!.... So this News is Fantastic!!!!

[Trilogy]

This is great news.

[Trilogy]

Awesome! Bring on the 1/1 Arc gun and a 1/4 Wikus(in transformation) with Arc gun maquette AND THE EXO SUIT!!

I like the way you think. :DJsmile:

[abarron]

A series of scaled weapons would rock

[MwNN]

Will Do!!!!..... My Favorite Movie Last Year .... And becoming one of my All time favorites!!!!.... So this News is Fantastic!!!!

I'm with you SpenK!!! The best movie of last year!

An Exo suit would be extremely pleasurable!

[CharlesSong]

Great announcement!

[Spideristic]

http://www.wetanz.com/arc-generator-full-scale-replica/
ARC GENERATOR - FULL SCALE REPLICA
US $500 (approx.)

http://www.wetanz.com/gas-projector-full-scale-replica/
GAS PROJECTOR - FULL SCALE REPLICA
US $500 (approx.)

Edition Size: 200

Still out of my budget, but looks great and offered at a good price.

[Sledge Hammer!]

I just want a nice statue of prawn Christopher Johnson, with or without his son. That'd do me.

[robomorph]

Niiiiiice!!! :drooling:

http://img192.imageshack.us/img192/8327/d9arcgunalrg2a.jpg

http://img62.imageshack.us/img62/335/d9arcgunblrg2a.jpg

http://img194.imageshack.us/img194/8103/d9gasprojalrg2a.jpg

http://img251.imageshack.us/img251/5416/d9gasprojblrg2a.jpg

[PitViper]

These are F-N Amazing! Any idea when they ship?

[PitViper]

I'm in for at least the Arc Generator :buttrock: :buttrock:

[Nidgit]

http://img192.imageshack.us/img192/8327/d9arcgunalrg2a.jpg

http://img62.imageshack.us/img62/335/d9arcgunblrg2a.jpg

I've just pre-ordered the Arc Generator from Weta direct. Loved the movie and thought the weapon designs were fantastic. The Arc Generator is definitely my fave . . . can't wait for this one :thumbs2:

[jimmmy]

They look awesome!

Not seen the movie yet, plan on watching it tonight.

[ROMS]

They look awesome!

Not seen the movie yet, plan on watching it tonight.

This is THE MOST REALISTIC MOVIE I have ever seen!

[thx217]

Only 200 pcs will be made........ordered.

Description:

This gun comes battle worn, alien gunk oozing out of its couplings and all the scratches and markings you'd expect from tough action in District 9 and by handling by Nigerian gun runners.

It's made mainly from glass fibre, with some details made from other materials. It comes with a wall mounting bracket for display.

PLEASE NOTE: Unless your genetic makeup is part prawn, you cannot power up or fire this gun.

This limited edition prop replica is one of the first in a range of District 9 items from Weta.

[abarron]

http://www.wetanz.com/arc-generator-full-scale-replica/
ARC GENERATOR - FULL SCALE REPLICA
US $500 (approx.)

http://www.wetanz.com/gas-projector-full-scale-replica/
GAS PROJECTOR - FULL SCALE REPLICA
US $500 (approx.)

Edition Size: 200

Still out of my budget, but looks great and offered at a good price.

Awesome looking pieces but yeah way out of my price range

[Armored_Berserk]

Only 200 pcs will be made........ordered.

Description:

This gun comes battle worn, alien gunk oozing out of its couplings and all the scratches and markings you'd expect from tough action in District 9 and by handling by Nigerian gun runners.

It's made mainly from glass fibre, with some details made from other materials. It comes with a wall mounting bracket for display.

PLEASE NOTE: Unless your genetic makeup is part prawn, you cannot power up or fire this gun.

This limited edition prop replica is one of the first in a range of District 9 items from Weta.


:thumbsdow :laugh:

Pre-ordered too :rolleyes:

[Trilogy]

http://www.wetanz.com/arc-generator-full-scale-replica/
ARC GENERATOR - FULL SCALE REPLICA
US $500 (approx.)

http://www.wetanz.com/gas-projector-full-scale-replica/
GAS PROJECTOR - FULL SCALE REPLICA
US $500 (approx.)

Edition Size: 200

Still out of my budget, but looks great and offered at a good price.

Awesome!! :DJsmile:

[Trilogy]

I'm in for at least the Arc Generator :buttrock: :buttrock:

I gotta get me one of those!! :DJsmile:

[PitViper]

I love the Broadmore designs - These will go well with the WETA Rayguns - Like past and present technology.
:overjoyed:

[thx217]

Weta always deliver what they advertised, for the size and the level of details the replicas has. The price is a steal. Can't wait for this baby.

[Trilogy]

Now to grab me some prawn DNA so I can activate this beauty.

[Weta]

Thanks for your feedback everyone,

The District 9 full scale replicas are well down the path of production, and we expect to be shipping around the end of Q2, at this stage. However you can keep up to date with the latest timing and our upcoming District 9 releases in our free newsletters here http://www.wetanz.com/insideweta/newsletter

Cheers

Tim

[oddball]

hey tim....give us the prawn in 1/4 scale!!!

http://petit-ecran.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/prawn-district9.jpg

[crystalbaud]

Ordered! :drooling:

[thx217]

Thanks for your feedback everyone,

The District 9 full scale replicas are well down the path of production, and we expect to be shipping around the end of Q2, at this stage. However you can keep up to date with the latest timing and our upcoming District 9 releases in our free newsletters here http://www.wetanz.com/insideweta/newsletter

Cheers

Tim


Thanks for the info Tim! You guys are amazing. CAN'T WAIT! :thumbs2: :thumbs2:

[crystalbaud]

When I saw this today it immediately reminded me of the prop arc gun on ebay (http://bit.ly/3T4o1k) a while back. Was kicking myself when I missed that...not this time :)

[thx217]

When I saw this today it immediately reminded me of the prop arc gun on ebay (http://bit.ly/3T4o1k) a while back. Was kicking myself when I missed that...not this time :)

Same here. This time we'll get ourselves a screen accurate one instead of the black paint scheme version.

[SpenK]

Ordered the Arc!!!!!

[Dark_Knight_89]

i would like a scaled replica of the alien mothership!

[thx217]

i would like a scaled replica of the alien mothership!

I'll be happy with just the scaled dropship. BD or not.

[robomorph]

Nice to see a pretty low ES size of 200 pieces each for these. Good prices too, considering the level of detail we can expect. I wouldn't expect these - especially the Arc - to hang around too long before selling out.

[Trilogy]

Thanks for your feedback everyone,

The District 9 full scale replicas are well down the path of production, and we expect to be shipping around the end of Q2, at this stage. However you can keep up to date with the latest timing and our upcoming District 9 releases in our free newsletters here http://www.wetanz.com/insideweta/newsletter

Cheers

Tim

Thanks for the information, Tim.

[crystalbaud]

this thing is gonna be huge.

http://www.crystalbaud.com/img/district9_screen_gun.jpg

[Max Shreck]

Give us a prawn maquette!:drooling:

[Vracula]

http://screenrant.com/wp-content/uploads/district-9-exo-suit-battle.jpg

Hi Im a 1/4 scale exo suit and i can make you some serious cash! wink wink!

[MwNN]

Hey I would go for anything in my price range. Unfortunately the blaster is kinda out.

[jimmmy]

Watched the movie last night...it better get some oscars! Sharlto Copley was fantastic.

[Trilogy]

http://screenrant.com/wp-content/uploads/district-9-exo-suit-battle.jpg

Hi Im a 1/4 scale exo suit and i can make you some serious cash! wink wink!

Hello, Exo-Suit. Yes, I believe you would.

[CAIN MKII]

The exo suit is a winner for me.
Those props replica are great stuff.
But none of my favourite.
I'm waiting for the guns used in the shooting gallery test. Don't know the name sorry.

[robomorph]

From Tim at WETA (copied from the Freaks forum):

"Pre-orders are going very well. So if you want to be sure of getting an Arc Generator, we suggest you pre-order very soon.

Cheers

Tim from Weta"

Figures that the Arc will go fastest. Both killer pieces though! :buttrock:

[FROBAY]

Ordered the Gas & Arc. The low edition size on these rock!!!

[thx217]

What I'm really excited about is the paint job and the weathering that Weta can produce on their replicas. What I can see on their previous releases are great, solid, make sense weathering(Rayguns). Unlike most of the company's BS laughable brush swings. The Arc gun will be one hell of a AWESOME piece.

[robomorph]

Yep, not seen the Rayguns in person but I've heard only good things about them - very well finished pieces by all accounts. I'm very confident WETA can really make these 1:1 weapons something special.

[MwNN]

Against my bank book and better judgement, I went ahead and ordered the Arc Generator.
Man, it's only Feb and I spent a ton of $$$.

[DeKind]

i'll give you 83 cans of tuna for one.

[Nidgit]

Against my bank book and better judgement, I went ahead and ordered the Arc Generator.
Man, it's only Feb and I spent a ton of $$$.

My situation exactly, but for fans of the movie and fans of prop weapons this is a must have. And the price . . . incredible value if you ask me . . . the value of this one can only go way up IMO. I can't see anyone who buys this piece ever letting it go :thumbs2:

[Nidgit]

i'll give you 83 cans of tuna for one.

Cat food dude . . . prawns love cat food :drooling:

[Weta]

Please note, less than 30 of the Arc Generator remaining

Thanks for your orders

Tim

[Nidgit]

Please note, less than 30 of the Arc Generator remaining

Thanks for your orders

Tim

Thanks for what looks to be an AWESOME piece of movie history :thumbs2:

Will you guys be making any other D-9 weapons ??

[thx217]

Cool! That's pretty fast, consider not too many people knows about this piece is being made, yet. I believe they will pull the trigger immediately if they know about it.

[jimmmy]

Please note, less than 30 of the Arc Generator remaining

Thanks for your orders

Tim

What do the brackets look like Tim?

Any chance of a stand as an alternative display option?

[cloakndagger]

http://www.wetanz.com/arc-generator-full-scale-replica/
ARC GENERATOR - FULL SCALE REPLICA
US $500 (approx.)

http://www.wetanz.com/gas-projector-full-scale-replica/
GAS PROJECTOR - FULL SCALE REPLICA
US $500 (approx.)

Edition Size: 200

Still out of my budget, but looks great and offered at a good price.


unbelievale! those replicas look really great!

[Vracula]

What I'm really excited about is the paint job and the weathering that Weta can produce on their replicas. What I can see on their previous releases are great, solid, make sense weathering(Rayguns). Unlike most of the company's BS laughable brush swings. The Arc gun will be one hell of a AWESOME piece.

I have seen the ray guns and though they aren't my thang I cannot deny their awesomeness!they look like the real thing and I can honestly say that these guns will look the real deal as well!

Go the kiwis!:buttrock:

[thx217]

I have seen the ray guns and though they aren't my thang I cannot deny their awesomeness!they look like the real thing and I can honestly say that these guns will look the real deal as well!

Go the kiwis!:buttrock:

And you my friend, will probably be one of the first to have this baby in hand! :buttrock:

[Trilogy]

i'll give you 83 cans of tuna for one.

Make it 85 and you have yourself a deal.

[Trilogy]

Please note, less than 30 of the Arc Generator remaining

Thanks for your orders

Tim

As one would expect, these are going rather fast.

[Trilogy]

I have seen the ray guns and though they aren't my thang I cannot deny their awesomeness!they look like the real thing and I can honestly say that these guns will look the real deal as well!

Go the kiwis!:buttrock:

Like others, I've heard nothing other than praise for the Ray Guns. I suspect these will receive much of the same.

[robomorph]

I think the Arc might even sell out before many people even knew it was available to order.

Unlucky for them, but you gotta love that low ES :thumbs2:

[PitViper]

I'm in for both. Too cool to pass up. I own all of the Rayguns (minus the 5k Unnatural Selector) and (with the exception of the plastic Bison) they are hands down of the absolute best quality. These will be too :buttrock: :buttrock:

[Weta]

What do the brackets look like Tim?

Any chance of a stand as an alternative display option?

Hi Jimmmy

Thanks for your interest.

The Wall Brackets will be a plain design and coloured black. They will be hidden in behind the gun, so that the focus is on the weapon. Sorry, no stand with these weapons.

Cheers

Tim

[Vracula]

And you my friend, will probably be one of the first to have this baby in hand! :buttrock:

Unfortunately i cant order these due to monetary constraints,but an exo suit hmmmmm:drooling:

[Weta]

Thanks for what looks to be an AWESOME piece of movie history :thumbs2:

Will you guys be making any other D-9 weapons ??


Hi Nidgit

Yes, more D9 announcements coming

Make sure you sign up for our newsletters

http://www.wetanz.co.nz/insideweta/newsletter

and keep an eye on the Weta forum http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=68

Cheers

Tim

[Trilogy]

I'm hoping the liquid canister is one of those forthcoming announcements.

[Trilogy]

I think the Arc might even sell out before many people even knew it was available to order.

Unlucky for them, but you gotta love that low ES :thumbs2:

Which is precisely why one should be signed up to their newsletter.

[Vracula]

Which is precisely why one should be signed up to their newsletter.

are you getting any of these?

[Nidgit]

I'm hoping the liquid canister is one of those forthcoming announcements.

That would be a very cool prop !!

[Nidgit]

Hi Nidgit

Yes, more D9 announcements coming

Make sure you sign up for our newsletters

http://www.wetanz.co.nz/insideweta/newsletter

and keep an eye on the Weta forum http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=68

Cheers

Tim

Thanks Tim - Have already signed up and am eagerly awaiting delivery of my Arc Generator :buttrock:

[Trilogy]

are you getting any of these?

That would be telling! :tounge:

[Trilogy]

That would be a very cool prop !!

Being a vital part of the story/movie, I believe it's a must.

[CAIN MKII]

Hello Tim;
I hope Weta will release someday a V-REX maquette (without Kong messing around) and a cool D9 artbook just like the King Kong one.
The D9 design work deserve proper attention.

[Max Shreck]

Hello Tim;
I hope Weta will release someday a V-REX maquette (without Kong messing around) and a cool D9 artbook just like the King Kong one.
The D9 design work deserve proper attention.

Well said! Also an exosuit maquette was mentioned before I would love to have and a prawn maquette!!!
You guys really know how to roll!
:crazyal:

[ROMS]

ARC REACTORS are SOLD OUT ALREADY!

:(

[Trilogy]

Hello Tim;
I hope Weta will release someday a V-REX maquette (without Kong messing around) and a cool D9 artbook just like the King Kong one.
The D9 design work deserve proper attention.

A District 9 art book would be great.

[Trilogy]

ARC REACTORS are SOLD OUT ALREADY!

:(

A popular piece indeed.

[Nidgit]

ARC REACTORS are SOLD OUT ALREADY!

:(

Man, that was quick . . . the Gas Projector is still available but they don't quite get my knees knocking like the Arc Generator . . . this is one wicked piece of hardware:

http://i967.photobucket.com/albums/ae153/nidgit/ARC.jpg

[robomorph]

Wow. Sold out in 4 days. That's impressive for a weapon replica.

[thx217]

Hello Tim;
I hope Weta will release someday a V-REX maquette (without Kong messing around) and a cool D9 artbook just like the King Kong one.
The D9 design work deserve proper attention.

I'd like one too.

[brentflynn]

I'm glad they sold out, my willpower was failing.
I want to hold out for a mech suit and Christopher Johnson.

[CharlesSong]

Vote for what you want to see next!

Poll on the Weta forum (http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34932)

(p.s. I can add your vote manually if you don't want to register, just post it here)

[Trilogy]

I'd like to see the fluid canister, but alas, there's no option for this.

[PitViper]

I'd like to see the fluid canister, but alas, there's no option for this.

I agree - That would be a must have 1:1 :buttrock:

[joefixit2]

(p.s. I can add your vote manually if you don't want to register, just post it here)
1:1 weapons

[Vracula]

Vote for what you want to see next!

Poll on the Weta forum (http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34932)

(p.s. I can add your vote manually if you don't want to register, just post it here)

1:4 scale statues!:buttrock:

[CAIN MKII]

Vote for what you want to see next!

1:4 scale statues
Vehicles/ships
More 1:1 life-size weapons
Comprehensive art book

Thank you for your help.

Is there a way to have a complete list of the D9 weapons + photos and description?

[CharlesSong]

Adding these votes, thanks guys

Cain: 1/4 stats (since it's one vote only and you listed this first)
Vracular: 1/4 stats
joe: 1/1 weapons
Trilogy: 1/1 weapons

I'd like to see the fluid canister, but alas, there's no option for this.

Updated wording-- 1:1 weapons/props

[Nidgit]

1:4 scale statues
Vehicles/ships
More 1:1 life-size weapons
Comprehensive art book

Thank you for your help.

Is there a way to have a complete list of the D9 weapons + photos and description?

That would be great . . . a nice comprehensive book on the D9 weapons, ships, prawns with a technical overview of each weapon, how it works, the projectile it fires, and of course the WETA production side as well.

Oh yeah . . . and a free prawn maquette with every book sold ???

[brentflynn]

Definitely 1:4 scale statues for me, thanks.

[robomorph]

Definitely 1:4 scale statues for me, thanks.

+1 :)

[Armored_Berserk]

Vote for what you want to see next!

Poll on the Weta forum (http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34932)

(p.s. I can add your vote manually if you don't want to register, just post it here)

i vote 1:4 statues for me :buttrock:

[FROBAY]

Lifesize bust please and more 1:1 weapons.. I hope they come up with a flexpay :)

[PitViper]

I registered and voted. I lurk there from time to time anyways :)

#1 would be 1:4 statues. The aliens are too detailed for 1:6. Exo, Christopher Johnson and son please :buttrock:

I'd also buy more 1:1 weapons/props, scaled mothership, and art book though :)

[CharlesSong]

Cheers PV, actually it shows you voted 1/4 busts, do you want me to move it?


Frobay 1/1weapons +1
Armored 1/4stats +1
Robomorph 1/4stats +1
brentflynn 1/4stats +1

added thanks!

[PitViper]

Cheers PV, actually it shows you voted 1/4 busts, do you want me to move it?


DOHH!! Yeah, should be 1:4 statues :)

damn tiny iPhone browser :)

[Trilogy]

Adding these votes, thanks guys

Cain: 1/4 stats (since it's one vote only and you listed this first)
Vracular: 1/4 stats
joe: 1/1 weapons
Trilogy: 1/1 weapons



Updated wording-- 1:1 weapons/props

Thanks, Charles.

[Trilogy]

That would be great . . . a nice comprehensive book on the D9 weapons, ships, prawns with a technical overview of each weapon, how it works, the projectile it fires, and of course the WETA production side as well.

Oh yeah . . . and a free prawn maquette with every book sold ???

I would definitely be interested in seeing such a book released.

[Darth Milo]

One Exo Suit for me please :buttrock:

So my vote will be : Vehicles/ships

http://features.cgsociety.org/stories/2009_08/upload/D9_still_04b.jpg

http://features.cgsociety.org/stories/2009_08/upload/D9_still_03b.jpg

http://features.cgsociety.org/stories/2009_08/upload/D9_still_06b.jpg

[CAIN MKII]

That would be great . . . a nice comprehensive book on the D9 weapons, ships, prawns with a technical overview of each weapon, how it works, the projectile it fires, and of course the WETA production side as well.

Oh yeah . . . and a free prawn maquette with every book sold ???
:iagree:

[Vracula]

One Exo Suit for me please :buttrock:

So my vote will be : Vehicles/ships

http://features.cgsociety.org/stories/2009_08/upload/D9_still_04b.jpg

http://features.cgsociety.org/stories/2009_08/upload/D9_still_03b.jpg

http://features.cgsociety.org/stories/2009_08/upload/D9_still_06b.jpg

yes yes and yes!

[thx217]

A 400 pages "making of" book with a dvd with extra goodies is a MUST.

I agree. 1/4 statues, more 1/1 weapons(only the ones carried by Wikus and Chris) and the exo suit and the exo suit and the exo suit and the exo suit and the exo suit AND THE EXO SUIT IS A MUST! :D

[Nidgit]

Can't believe it . . . just got my 1:1 Arc Generator :buttrock:

Check out this awesome pic !!

Also . . . does anyone need their yard blown ????

http://i967.photobucket.com/albums/ae153/nidgit/P2110012.jpg

[thx217]

Can't believe it . . . just got my 1:1 Arc Generator :buttrock:

Check out this awesome pic !!

Also . . . does anyone need their yard blown ????

http://i967.photobucket.com/albums/ae153/nidgit/P2110012.jpg

:laugh: Very cool. A repaint will make it even cooler.

[Blue_Liquid]

So....anyone realize after placing their order for the Arc Generator that they can't afford it or no longer want it? Don't cancel your order, I'll pick it up from you! PM me if possible. Thanks! (Yes, I know this is a mega-longshot!)

[Blue_Liquid]

p.s. I'm not really a newbie on here, but I must have gone a bit too long without posting, because my post count and all my PM's have vanished!

[thx217]

Courtesy of Jacko at the Weta forum. Here are few pics of the proto Arc and Gas gun.

Both looks awesome. Can't wait to get these in hand!

http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34750&page=19

[FROBAY]

Nice. Im glad I ordered both. The Arc is a must but that Gas Projector is pretty wicked. Im a completest anyway. Weta Bring on more D9 weapons please!!!

[FROBAY]

Only thing that sucks is they only come with wall brackets. I want to display mine in a glass cabinet to keep dust and visitors from it.:)

[robomorph]

These look great! The weathering on the Arc is just top notch. I'm not quite as taken with the weathering job on the Gas Projector, but they're still both superior-looking pieces.

[MwNN]

Judging by the D9 postcards Weta just released, maybe the assault rifle is next?

http://www.wetanz.com/d9/

[Nidgit]

Judging by the D9 postcards Weta just released, maybe the assault rifle is next?

http://www.wetanz.com/d9/

With the speed at which the Arc Generator sold out, can only assume the Assault Rifle will be coming. I'd definitely be up for one of those too !

[thx217]

MORE Arc pics. LOVE IT!

If that's the quality of the production pieces, we're in for a TREAT.

http://www.therpf.com/showpost.php?p=1132773&postcount=99

[Trilogy]

MORE Arc pics. LOVE IT!

If that's the quality of the production pieces, we're in for a TREAT.

http://www.therpf.com/showpost.php?p=1132773&postcount=99

Those images really show how awesome this replica could be. :drooling:

[Nidgit]

MORE Arc pics. LOVE IT!

If that's the quality of the production pieces, we're in for a TREAT.

http://www.therpf.com/showpost.php?p=1132773&postcount=99

Just saw those pics (thanks) and they look awesome. Comparing these pics with the Arc Generator's description on the Weta site, makes me think (hope) we may end up with something that looks that good. Damn, I am glad I ordered one of these :buttrock:

"An EXACT replica of the guns used in Neill Blomkamp's District 9, designed by Dr Grordbort's designer Greg Broadmore and modelled on the actual props created by the artists and craftspeople at Weta Workshop.

This gun comes battle worn, alien gunk oozing out of its couplings and all the scratches and markings you'd expect from tough action in District 9 and by handling by Nigerian gun runners."

[CharlesSong]

We're giving away (http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=35164) nine sets of the new Weta D9 badges and postcards:

http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/8654/mnu.png (http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=35164)

Report any non-human activity today!

[CharlesSong]

District 9 Art Book on the way: http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=35244

Hi people,
Yet again, you are top of mind and are the first to be told that we're working on a District 9 art book. :cool

[Blue_Liquid]

Thanks CharlesSong, for that update. Feedback provided!

[thx217]

Awesome! Thanks Charles.

[Darknight]

MORE Arc pics. LOVE IT!

If that's the quality of the production pieces, we're in for a TREAT.

http://www.therpf.com/showpost.php?p=1132773&postcount=99

That seems to have turned out very well indeed. One shouldn't expect anything less, coming from Weta!

[CAIN MKII]

Thank you Charles for this update, I'm in heaven.
This will be one hell of a great read.

[CharlesSong]

More developments, this time from Daniel Falconer-- give em your suggestions!



Right now the biggest limitation we have is page numbers. The book is locked in at 160 pages, which is a lot, but even if we had 200 + pages we could never get everything in there. There's a huge amount of material to include and the vast majority of it has never been seen before, including stuff we made that didn't end up in the final cut, so it's been really tough deciding what goes in and what doesn't. Do we go for more art but make it all postage stamp sized, or less art but reproduced big and beautiful? It's a balancing act.

[CAIN MKII]

I will suggest to print all the hardware design studies and if there is room left a bit of creature.
I don't care about any background or stage design.

[Nelliephant]

They re going to announce a new piece soon!!

[CharlesSong]

Art of D9 cover art: http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showthread.php?p=1263283#post1263283

[thx217]

It's about time!! Bring it! Thanks for the info. Charles! :thumbs2:

[CharlesSong]

No sweat :D

Prawn statue/sculpture now official!

[thx217]

Prawn statue/sculpture now official!

THAT'S JUST AWESOME! I'll be at the Con and hopefully we'll get to see some cool stuffs at Weta's booth. :thumbs2:

[Trilogy]

I'm eagerly awaiting the opportunity to purchase and read this book. I also look forward to seeing more of the Prawn sculpt when revealed.

[Vracula]

district9 >>>>avatar!

[Vader]

man, i missed that arc replica. anyone know a place you can still find them? if anyone knows, please pm me.

[CharlesSong]

Christopher Johnson (and CJ jr) now up for pre-order!

[PitViper]

Looks like its 1/6 scale - I was hoping for 1/4 but...pre-ordered :buttrock:

[thx217]

Yea, I was hoping for a 1/4 too(to go with the 1/4 assault rifle)... Hopefully I'll see this one at the Con.

[samhain81]

Looks great. Love the cat food cans

[Trilogy]

Looks like its 1/6 scale - I was hoping for 1/4 but...pre-ordered :buttrock:

I too was hoping for something a little larger. Nonetheless, it's still a very nice looking piece.

[Trilogy]

Hopefully I'll see this one at the Con.

I trust your camera will be accompanying you?

[thx217]

I trust your camera will be accompanying you?

Remember last year? ;)

[Trilogy]

Remember last year? ;)

Indeed I do. :)

[AsOneDead]

Looks great. Nice to see that they're making statues.

[Weta]

man, i missed that arc replica. anyone know a place you can still find them? if anyone knows, please pm me.

We will have a limited amount of Arc Generator Artist Proofs available at the Weta booth (#2615) at Comic Con. Plus we will be displaying the full range of District 9 replicas and collectibles

Keep up to date with our Comic con announcements here http://www.wetanz.com/the-latest-comic-con-updates/

And sign up for Weta's free e-mail newsletters here http://www.wetanz.com/insideweta/newsletter

Cheers

Tim

[jimmmy]

CJ looks great, ordered mine.

[thx217]

Thanks for the link, Tim. Weta rules! :thumbs2:

[Trilogy]

We will have a limited amount of Arc Generator Artist Proofs available at the Weta booth (#2615) at Comic Con. Plus we will be displaying the full range of District 9 replicas and collectibles


Oooh, nice!

[thx217]

Just got this notice. It's coming! And hopefully I can get one of the AP Arcs at the Con!

"Good news - our US bound shipment of the District 9 Arc Generator is about to arrive at our US Warehouse.

This means we will be processing your payment next week [12th – 16th July] and releasing your order to our US distributor for dispatch.

Thank you for your patience, and we hope the wait proves worthwhile!

Kind regards,
Darren"

[FROBAY]

Just got this notice. It's coming! And hopefully I can get one of the AP Arcs at the Con!

"Good news - our US bound shipment of the District 9 Arc Generator is about to arrive at our US Warehouse.

This means we will be processing your payment next week [12th – 16th July] and releasing your order to our US distributor for dispatch.

Thank you for your patience, and we hope the wait proves worthwhile!

Kind regards,
Darren"

Got my email too. Cant wait for this.

[SpenK]

Wow Arc Reactor 1:1 & Hulk 1:1 $$$$$ on The same Day..... Wow Somebody is in Trouble.... ME....:flash:

[SpenK]

Wow Arc Reactor 1:1 & Hulk 1:1 $$$$$ on The same Day..... Wow Somebody is in Trouble.... ME....:flash:

[PitViper]

Got the email as well - I'm PSYCHED!!!! :buttrock: :buttrock: :buttrock:

[thx217]

Update.

"Re: your District 9 Arc Generator order #xxxx ...

As mentioned in the email I sent you yesterday, we are processing US & Canadian Arc Generator orders next week.

However, due to the size of these items, the shipment of stock to our US warehouse has been split into two separate shipments.

Next week we will process and dispatch the majority of Arc Generator orders, but unfortunately, due to the limited stock available, there will be some orders that we will not be able to process & dispatch until the second shipment of stock arrives. We anticipate this being in the first week of August.

We will send you an email toward the end of next week to let you know if you are one of the few who has to wait a few more weeks.

Rest assured, we will not process payment for orders that have to wait. For those orders on hold, we will process payment in the first week of August when we have the stock to dispatch.

Apologies in advance if you are one of the people who have to wait, and thank you for your patience.

Kind regards,
Darren"

[FROBAY]

My credit card just got charged for the Arc Generator. Hell ya!!!

[PitViper]

First batch for me too!!!!!!

[thx217]

Same here! Hell yeah!

[SpenK]

Me too!!! :D

[thx217]

Awesome. At least 4 Arcs is coming here. Don't forget the pics guys.

[Nidgit]

Not fair, not fair, not fair . . . we Aussies are closer to NZ - we should get our's first :banghead:

Incidently . . . this is the first one of these I've actually scene come up on ebay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/WETA-DISTRICT-9-ARC-GENERATOR-FULL-SCALE-REPLICA-/230496862956?cmd=ViewItem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item35aaaf02ec

[FROBAY]

Not fair, not fair, not fair . . . we Aussies are closer to NZ - we should get our's first :banghead:

Incidently . . . this is the first one of these I've actually scene come up on ebay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/WETA-DISTRICT-9-ARC-GENERATOR-FULL-SCALE-REPLICA-/230496862956?cmd=ViewItem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item35aaaf02ec

Cool. I bet it sells, Im gonna watch it.

[FROBAY]

Heres one for 500.00

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320561032923&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

[thx217]

Just got my shipping notice! The Arc is on the way!

[SpenK]

YES!!! Got My UPS Notice!!! Will be here on the 21st!!!! :)

[thx217]

Mine will be here tomorrow. Can' wait!

[FROBAY]

me too. :buttrock:

[PitViper]

Pics....LOTS of pics!!! I won't have mine until the 21st.

[Weta]

Thanks for your orders everyone. We hope you enjoy them !

Make sure you come visit us at the Weta booth at Comic Con. The 3rd full scale District 9 weapon will be on display, and we open for pre-orders very soon.

We will also have sample pages of the "Art of District 9 - Weta Workshop" book on display. It will be available in November.

Check out our latest Comic Con updates here http://www.wetanz.com/the-latest-comic-con-updates/

Cheers

Tim

[Trilogy]

Tim, is there any news as to whether Weta will be producing a liquid canister replica?

[thx217]

Pics from RPF!

http://www.therpf.com/f9/weta-district-9-guns-79501/index13.html

[thx217]

Though the lack of weathering and at least 10 places that are different from the promo pics makes it less sexy for me, but no biggy, I'll mod mine when I got it.

[Nidgit]

Though the lack of weathering and at least 10 places that are different from the promo pics makes it less sexy for me, but no biggy, I'll mod mine when I got it.

Thanks for the link . . . those inhand pics look sensational . . . there are a few minor differences (the scuffing and the knob appear to be the most obvious) but neglible IMO - boy am I glad I ordered one of these :buttrock:

Can't wait to see what the next one will be ?

[thx217]

Got mine. Not bad for a $500 replica, it could use some more detailing though.

http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/5151/img3607a.jpg
http://img43.imageshack.us/img43/3620/img3616s.jpg
http://img80.imageshack.us/img80/7200/img3610w.jpg
http://img97.imageshack.us/img97/3755/img3615i.jpg

[FROBAY]

Thanks for your orders everyone. We hope you enjoy them !

Make sure you come visit us at the Weta booth at Comic Con. The 3rd full scale District 9 weapon will be on display, and we open for pre-orders very soon.

We will also have sample pages of the "Art of District 9 - Weta Workshop" book on display. It will be available in November.

Check out our latest Comic Con updates here http://www.wetanz.com/the-latest-comic-con-updates/

Cheers

Tim

Hey Tim, Just pre-ordered the Gas Projector, I see your sold out in the UK. I used my Weta Dollars and it it came out to a nice deal. Cant wait for the third one. The only downside (for me) is I plan to display these in a glass cabinet and theres no stand for them. Im gonna have to make some custom acrylic stands. Anyway, I look forward to the next piece.

[Nidgit]

Congrats THX . . . does it feel nice and hefty ?

[thx217]

Congrats THX . . . does it feel nice and hefty ?

Thanks, Nidgit. It feels great and heavy. :)

[PitViper]

Congrats!!! Looks sweet!!!

[Nidgit]

Thanks, Nidgit. It feels great and heavy. :)

Thanks mate . . . prop weapons should be weighty. Will have to wait for the August batch for mine, but I suppose it's not that far away. I didn't order the gas projector as it just didn't appeal to me as much as the ARC, but I definitely consider a 1:1 assault rifle

[thx217]

Thanks mate . . . prop weapons should be weighty. Will have to wait for the August batch for mine, but I suppose it's not that far away. I didn't order the gas projector as it just didn't appeal to me as much as the ARC, but I definitely consider a 1:1 assault rifle

I'm sure you get yours real soon as only 200 of these made. Same here, the gas projector doesn't appeal to me as wasn't carried around like the AG by Wikus. And yes, a 1/1 assault rifle would be great.

[Trilogy]

Despite the obvious deviations present in paint application, this is still looking to be a fantastic replica.
Now we need the liquid canister to accompany it.

[Trilogy]

Same here, the gas projector doesn't appeal to me as wasn't carried around like the AG by Wikus.

The fact this weapon was utilised by Wikus Van De Merwe is precisely what makes it such an important piece.

[MK Ultra]

Grats. THX a great looking prop. replica, sorry I cancelled mine a couple weeks ago. Agreed with Tril., the production piece looks to have a bit less detaling when compared to the proto. but still looking awesome. Some of the Alien technology design,colors and look of the film remind me of the Half Life2 video game, reason I came close to getting the piece.

[FROBAY]

Its here. Just got it and its pretty sweet.

[FROBAY]

another

[Nidgit]

Congrats mate . . . looks really well packaged too. Can't wait to get mine :buttrock:

[FROBAY]

oozing gunk

[FROBAY]

Thanks Nidgit. I like it so much, I have decided to get the whole line of D9 1:1 weapons - as Weta makes them. Just needs a stand not a wall mount - no biggie.:)

[Nidgit]

Thanks Nidgit. I like it so much, I have decided to get the whole line of D9 1:1 weapons - as Weta makes them. Just needs a stand not a wall mount - no biggie.:)

Indeed . . . interested to hear your opinion of the Gas Projector. I didn't order it (don't find the design as appealing) but I would definitely get a 1:1 Assault Rifle :thumbs2:

[thx217]

Congrats, Frobay. :thumbs2:

[Trilogy]

If like me you are eagerly awaiting the Art Of District 9 book, check out Charles' SDCC images (http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1272985&postcount=1). More specifically, images 10, 11, and 12. :cool:

[thx217]

If like me you are eagerly awaiting the Art Of District 9 book, check out Charles' SDCC images (http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1272985&postcount=1). More specifically, images 10, 11, and 12. :cool:

:overjoyed:

[Vracula]

crazy cool!

[CharlesSong]

If like me you are eagerly awaiting the Art Of District 9 book, check out Charles' SDCC images (http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1272985&postcount=1). More specifically, images 10, 11, and 12. :cool:

Daniel's posted direct scans now! See them here (http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showthread.php?p=1274531#post1274531)

Also, if you might be interested in gun stands for your 1:1 guns, add your name to this list!:
http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=36083

[Trilogy]

Thanks, Charles.

Looks as if this book will be a real treat to read.

[Max Shreck]

Awesome Frobay! Congrats!
Looking forward to the book too!:overjoyed:

[thx217]

Saw the promo pages at the Con totally love it, can't wait!

[FROBAY]

Daniel's posted direct scans now! See them here (http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showthread.php?p=1274531#post1274531)

Also, if you might be interested in gun stands for your 1:1 guns, add your name to this list!:
http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=36083


Stands, Im on the list :cool:

[Nidgit]

Thanks for the tip Charles, I've registered interest for the stands also !

[Trilogy]

I too would have been interested in display stands if it were not for the lack of space. Due to the aforementioned restriction I intend to wall mount.

[thx217]

AG Retouching WIP. :D Need to adjust the black stripe in the front of the gun and then weathering.

Original
http://a.imageshack.us/img686/6010/mmsagmth.jpg

WIP
http://a.imageshack.us/img713/9528/img5612.jpg
http://img838.imageshack.us/img838/5107/img5617m.jpg (http://img838.imageshack.us/i/img5617m.jpg/)

[FROBAY]

I too would have been interested in display stands if it were not for the lack of space. Due to the aforementioned restriction I intend to wall mount.

Ya, but just having the stands for future display options wouldnt hurt either.

It would be nice if they include a edition size plaque with the stand.

[Max Shreck]

LOL! THX you are in the condition of "maximalisting frenzy"! :D
Looks cool!

[thx217]

LOL! THX you are in the condition of "maximalisting frenzy"! :D
Looks cool!

:laugh: Thanks buddy.

Btw, here are the references I'm using. :)

http://a.imageshack.us/img832/5342/7312010123906pm.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img842/9720/7312010122125pm.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img651/4184/7312010121534pm.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img408/6875/7312010121513pm.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img801/1550/7312010123741pm.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img594/2650/7312010123838pm.jpg

[Max Shreck]

Awesome! Looking forward to see it when its done!:itsb:

[FROBAY]

Good job THX. I didnt realize how off this replica gun was till I saw your pics.

Still a bad ass gun. Wonder why it wasn't more screen accurate?

[Nidgit]

Looking good THX . . . hopefully I'll get mine this week :cool:

[thx217]

Thanks guys. :D

[thx217]

Good job THX. I didnt realize how off this replica gun was till I saw your pics.

Still a bad ass gun. Wonder why it wasn't more screen accurate?

Yea, the replica is bad ass as it is!

The thing is , it's not off. Like Tim from Weta posted, there were few of these used in the film and they have differences between them. The idea was, to produce "A" replica of the AG but not "THE" AG from a specific scene.

[thx217]

Got the railings tweaked.

http://a.imageshack.us/img213/6179/img5648rc.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img844/826/img5643.jpg

[thx217]

Add little bit more weathering today.
http://a.imageshack.us/img530/4152/img5699k.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img15/4396/img5683l.jpg

[thx217]

Done! Additional markings may be adder later on, or not. :D

Before
http://img689.imageshack.us/img689/5151/img3607a.jpg

After
http://a.imageshack.us/img836/561/img5707.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img820/5931/img5706p.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img830/8754/img5712h.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img824/1043/img5724d.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img338/1711/img5736q.jpg
http://a.imageshack.us/img189/9025/img5731o.jpg

[Darth Milo]

Amazing ! perfect weathering job.. congrats ! :itsb:

[Trilogy]

Excellent work, thx217.

This is how I would have liked to see the gun arrive originally.

[thx217]

Amazing ! perfect weathering job.. congrats ! :itsb:

Excellent work, thx217.

This is how I would have liked to see the gun arrive originally.

Thanks guys. :)

[Nidgit]

Looks like Weta now has the 2nd batch for delivery and mine's on it's way . . . can't wait for this one :overjoyed:

[thx217]

Looks like Weta now has the 2nd batch for delivery and mine's on it's way . . . can't wait for this one :overjoyed:

Yup! A fellow collector over on the other forum got his.

Don't forget to take some pics when you got it.

[Nidgit]

The Arc Generator arrived today. Very well packaged so very little chance of damage in transit, and it is just fantastic. You can really see why this one sold out so quickly. It is an awesome weapon design and an extremely accurate replica. I'm quite happy with the weathering and gunk factor of mine also. Here's some pics:

http://i967.photobucket.com/albums/ae153/nidgit/D1-1.jpg

http://i967.photobucket.com/albums/ae153/nidgit/D2-1.jpg

http://i967.photobucket.com/albums/ae153/nidgit/D3-1.jpg

http://i967.photobucket.com/albums/ae153/nidgit/D4-1.jpg

http://i967.photobucket.com/albums/ae153/nidgit/D5.jpg

http://i967.photobucket.com/albums/ae153/nidgit/D6.jpg

[Trilogy]

Yours looks fantastic, Nidgit. Congratualtions.

[Nidgit]

Yours looks fantastic, Nidgit. Congratualtions.

Thanks mate . . . I love my movie weapon replicas and this really is one of the best. And it has a really genuine 'used & battered' look about it . . . covered in scuffs, scrapes, dirt and gunk, but not overdone. Looking forward to the Assault Rifle now !!

[FROBAY]

Congrats Nidgit

[El Diablo]

Just watched this film for the first time last weekend, it was awesome!
Trouble is now I want the prop replicas, gutted I missed out on this though, especially as I had the the chance to order it when it came up.
Would love to see a 1:4 of the exo suit!

congrats to those who got it though, and awesome custom job on yours thx! :thumbs2:

[Nidgit]

Congrats Nidgit


Thanks mate love it !!


Just watched this film for the first time last weekend, it was awesome!
Trouble is now I want the prop replicas, gutted I missed out on this though, especially as I had the the chance to order it when it came up.
Would love to see a 1:4 of the exo suit!

congrats to those who got it though, and awesome custom job on yours thx! :thumbs2:

Must be losing my mind (I'm sure I just made this post), but agreed . . . the customizing on THX's is excellent and a big improvement, but I quite like the way mine came out of the box. Bring on the AR !!

[El Diablo]

just put my order in for the assault rifle, not missing out on that one as well!

[MK Ultra]

I'm liking the look and colors of the "Gas Projector" the most at this time. Hmm.

[Nidgit]

Just seen two 1:1 scale Arc Generators up for (re)sale on ebay:

First is quite ambitious with a BIN of $1000 USD or starting bid of $700 USD

http://cgi.ebay.com/WETA-District-9-Arc-Generator-Full-Scale-Replica-/150484581695?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0

Second is much more realistic with a starting bid of $499 USD

http://cgi.ebay.com/WETA-District-9-Arc-Generator-1-1-FULL-SIZE-replica-/250687752751?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0

[CAIN MKII]

I pray WETA will also release all the other cool guns, like the small one Wickus used in the nigerian HQ, the assault riffle used by Christopher or the one looking like a P90.

[FROBAY]

Anybody hear anything on the Gun - display stands??

[thx217]

Anybody hear anything on the Gun - display stands??

Patience, my friend. It'll take some time for Weta to churn out those stands from the request list.

[FROBAY]

Patience, my friend. It'll take some time for Weta to churn out those stands from the request list.

I was just curious if it was a go or was it still in the maybe stage?

[Nidgit]

The Art of D9 book is now up for pre-order on the Weta site !

http://i967.photobucket.com/albums/ae153/nidgit/D95.jpg


http://i967.photobucket.com/albums/ae153/nidgit/D94.jpg

[CAIN MKII]

Yeah! Pure awesomeness!
I made my pre-order for the artbook, along side the exosuit. X-mas time :-)

[FROBAY]

"Good news – the shipment of the District 9 Gas Projector is about to arrive at our warehouse.

This means we will be processing your payment next week [27th Sept – 1st Oct] and releasing your order to our distributor for dispatch.

Thank you for your patience, and we hope the wait proves worthwhile!"


woohoo :overjoyed: :overjoyed:

[PitViper]

Got the email as well on the Gas Projector :overjoyed:

[thx217]

Awesome!

[d rod]

sweet looking piece!

[Max Shreck]

Yeah! Pure awesomeness!
I made my pre-order for the artbook, along side the exosuit. X-mas time :-)

Me too! Hehe!:overjoyed:

[FROBAY]

Gas Projecor on the way!!! just got this email


"Thank you, your payment has been processed and your order will be released to our US Warehouse for dispatch.

Delivery times vary depending on what product you have ordered, but as a rule, expect the following times from our US Warehouse: Up to 5 business days for domestic destinations, up to 10 business days for Canadian destinations and up to 21 days for other international destinations"

I had bought the arc gun and just from that purchase my weta dollars was huge. Gas Projector came to 440 delivered after using my weta dollars.

I have to say Weta dollars are worth a whole lot more than Sideshow reward points. Way to go Weta!!!

[thx217]

Sweet! Can't wait to see some pics.

[thx217]

I have to say Weta dollars are worth a whole lot more than Sideshow reward points. Way to go Weta!!!

:buttrock:

[thx217]

PICS!

http://www.therpf.com/f9/weta-d9-gas-projector-97217/

[Gianco]

thx217 you bring the collectibles to a higher level, you have skills buddy!!!

I love to see the improvements, very well done! Congrats!!!

[thx217]

thx217 you bring the collectibles to a higher level, you have skills buddy!!!

I love to see the improvements, very well done! Congrats!!!

Appreciate the kind words, Gianco. :)

Here's another amazingly repainted Arc by Zorg
http://www.therpf.com/f9/district-9-arc-generator-re-paint-pix-95019/
http://www.wetacollectors.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1285875&postcount=744

[Dirt Torpedo]

I remember seeing this being weathered on the RPF, stunning job. Didn't realise it was yours.


I pre-ordered and like a complete idiot cancelled it.

[Nidgit]

Just rec'd a shipping notice . . . the art of D-9 book is on it's way :overjoyed: