Weta's 10 Latest Products

Starter Pack - SPECIAL OFFER

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +1300

We have put together a special package for those who want to acquaint themselves with the wonderful world of Dr Grordbort's and kickstart their collection.

For US$44.90 (normally US$90)

When you buy Greg Broadmore's two beautiful and hysterically funny books Dr Grordbort's Contrapulatronic Dingus Directory and VICTORY, you can get your first collectible Miniature Raygun, The Victorious Mongoose - Miniature Version - for US$10! It's normally US$49!

And not only that - we throw in four postcards. That's another US$6.76 value.

And as if that's still not enough, if you buy before Wednesday 24 March 2010, one of the postcards will be signed by Greg Broadmore, the creator of the Dr Grordbort's universe. Priceless!

Strider's Sword - The Master Swordsmith's Collection

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +1300

Please note - all images are subject to licensor approvals.

The sword of Strider, Ranger of the North

Chieftain of the Dunedain of the North and lost heir to the throne of Isildur, Aragorn, son of Arathorn forsook comfort and title for a life in the wilds. Adopting the name Strider, among many others, the noble ranger trusted his own skills and tools rather than the promises of others. Principal among his articles was his elegant long sword, a simple blade with neither flourish nor adornment, but reliable and keen, much like Strider himself.

Strider's sword was designed by Ben Wootten and made at Weta Workshop in New Zealand for The Lord of the Rings film trilogy by Weta's Master Swordsmith Peter Lyon.

Only three Edition Numbers available!

As preference is given to customers who have previously purchased a sword in the Master Swordsmith's Collection, most of those customers have now secured their Strider's sword. However - we have three edition numbers open for new collectors:

Number 3
Number 4
Number 10

When you place your order, please state which edition number you prefer! Securing an edition number will transfer the first refusal rights on subsequent swords in this series to you.

Watch the swords being made!

Physical Specifications

Blade length: 35.4 inches (900 mm)
Total length: 45.9 inches (1165 mm)
Weight: 3.1 lbs (1.4 kg)
Balance Point: 3.3 inches (85 mm) along the blade, approximately, measured from the shoulder

PLEASE NOTE: minor variations may occur as this is a handmade sword.

How to order

Send an email to info@wetanz.co.nz stating your preferred edition number. We will get back to you to confirm payment and delivery details, etc.

What you will receive

Your sword will be carefully packed in a beautiful wooden display case for the safest possible delivery.

You will further receive a DVD about the making of the Master Swordsmith's collection, featuring interviews with Master Swordsmith Peter Lyon, Tolkien artist and illustrator John Howe and Weta Workshop's Creative Director, Richard Taylor.

A Certificate of Authenticity signed by Richard Taylor and Peter Lyon will also be enclosed.

Edition numbers will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Collecting matching numbers

The first person to secure an edition number by paying a deposit also earns the right to first refusal on the matching edition number on subsequent swords in The Master Swordsmith's Collection.

Shipping

Freight costs will be finalised on confirmation of your order. Freight to the United States is approximately US$200.

Any Import Duties and Taxes due are the responsibility of the Purchaser.

Each sword is made to order and takes up to a month to produce by hand. Delivery will take up to 6 months.

There are no Weta Dollars available for this item, nor can Weta Dollars be used to purchase it.

Terms & Conditions

Because a sword is an edged weapon, please read this carefully.

By placing an order for a sword from Weta, you certify that you are under no restrictions of law that may prohibit or restrict your possession of edged weapons. It is the responsibility of the buyer, not the seller, to ascertain, and obey, all applicable local, state, federal and international laws in regard to the possession, and use, of any item purchased from Weta. We suggest that you consult your local authorities before ordering.

By placing an order, the buyer represents that the products ordered will be used in a lawful manner and that the he/she is of legal age. Weta will not be held liable for the misuse of any product purchased from us. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless either the company, its owners, investors, board members, and staff against any and all claims, demands, actions, or proceedings, resulting in injury, death or damages, losses, and/or liabilities, costs and expenses, including attorney fees, relating to or arising out of any claim asserted by you against the aforementioned companies.

© 2010 New Line Productions, Inc. All rights reserved. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring and the names of the characters, items, events and places therein are trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Tolkien Enterprises under license to New Line Productions, Inc.

Embroidered Badge: MNU Reaction Force Battalion

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +1300

Like the Greater Kudu in its emblem, the First Reaction Force Battalion is prepared to engage anyone who threatens the integrity of its domain. Striking fast and striking hard is the only way.

Embroidered patch, 75mm x 85mm, on a backing card. All made in New Zealand.

Please note - order up to 10 patches without paying any extra postage.

Embroidered Badge: MNU Security - Paving the Way to Unity

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +1300

The emblem of peace and prosperity for humans and aliens alike in Johannesburg's District 9. Worn by the MNU security forces.

Anyone who's seen the movie will appreciate the irony in that message.

Embroidered patch, Ø: 85mm on a backing card. All made in New Zealand.

Please note - order up to 10 patches without paying any extra postage.

Art Postcard - Wikus van der Merwe

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +1300

Wikus van der Merwe in District 9 with an Arc Generator gun.

Please note - order up to 10 of any of our postcards without paying any extra postage.

Art Postcard - The Guns of District 9

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +1300

The Assault Rifle, the Gas Projector and the Arc Generator.

These weapons were designed by Greg Broadmore and manufactured by Weta for Neill Blomkamp's Academy Award nominated movie. You can also buy them direct from Weta.

Please note - order up to 10 of any of our postcards without paying any extra postage.

Art Postcard - Prawn Conceptual Design

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +1300

Prawn conceptual design by David Meng of Weta Workshop.

Please note - order up to 10 of any of our postcards without paying any extra postage.

Arc Generator - Full Scale Replica

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +1300

Wikus van der Merwe finds out the hard way that a measure of Alien DNA makes powering up and firing one of these babies a real doddle.

Sometimes, ignorance is bliss.

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.

It's made mainly from glass fibre, with some details made from other materials, like plastic tubing etc where necessary. 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.

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Blue Sacked Pillock (male) - Simpletonicus Indigum

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +1300

The Blue Sacked Pillock is the first of a planned series of fantastical insectoids from the Universe of Dr Grordbort's, hand made by the world class artists at Weta Workshop.

The Blue Sacked pillock was sculpted in 2009 for display at Comic Con in San Diego by long-time Weta sculptor Jamie Beswarick, who was instrumental in sculpting both Gollum and Kong and who has put his name to a long line of Weta collectibles. Greg Broadmore has served as the art director for this piece. The interest has been so widespread that we cannot withstand the pressure any longer.

Weta paint virtuoso Dordi Moen painstakingly puts every single hair in place and applies the intricate colour scheme and finishing touches. Only when it has been approved by Greg Broadmore and Richard Taylor will it be passed on. This rather lengthy process is repeated for each of the only 50 pieces made.

The finished specimen is then moved to Weta's woodworking area where it is mounted and framed behind perspex in a solid wooden frame before it's carefully packaged and prepared for shipping straight from our workshop into the hands of the international couriers that will bring it to you. The whole process from order to shipping will take up to a month as these are made to order.

As you can tell - no effort is spared to ensure you receive an outstanding piece of art. We're doing this the Weta way.

Grordbortian Entomology

For those interested in the biological particulars of the Blue Sacked Pillock, Lord Cockswain has kindly preserved for posterity some of his field notes, stuffed into a time capsule of sorts, appropriately consisting of a reappropriated gin bottle found in the wreckage of the Endangerer XIV:

Entomologically preserved specimen collected Venusian steppe sector VI, near Mount Kann-Udl. Mounted and framed. A1 condition.

Characteristica

The male Blue Sacked Pillock is a weedy little bugger whose fore-limbs (in fact its only limbs, not counting the "wings") are disproportionately elongated. The most obvious peculiarity is, however, the bulbous and rather sickly blue inflatable appendage that makes up the rear third of the animal.

Despite appearances, the Pillock can fly - the four papery and rather whispy wings are well attached to the body and can create a vortex of vaccuum enough to direct it short distances suspended by its inflatable gas sack posterior. For longer journeys, the Pillock has devised another method of transport. See Behavioural Observations below.

The female, on the other hand, is massive, rather dull and not much fun at parties.

Habitat

Widespread in the Venusian highlands. Occasional unconfirmed sightings in drier regions of Ganymede.

Reproduction

Courtship initiated by the male. Obsessive inflation and deflation of the aft sack attracts the colossal female, who proceeds to attempt deflation of the sack by muzzling it with her muscular mandibles.

Once it finally ruptures (usually after about two hours of seemingly intense agony for the male), insemination occurs by the female inserting a hose-like appendix into a small opening near the male's cloaca and literally sucking his will to live out of him. The female then summarily discards the spent gentleman Pillock and moves on to her next victim. One female pillock can have as many as 63 such encounters in a breeding season. Lucky bitch.

Behavioural Observations

Commonly, male pillocks affect a slight twitchiness which is thought to be evolutionary self-preservation, as it's especially pronounced during the mating season.

Often seen attached by its hooked forward extremities to the cornea of young Royal Toops. Reason believed to be transportation. Looks painful.

Fantasy Drawing Workshop - Signed

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +1300

Paperback | 128 Pages | Impact
ISBN-10: 1600617735 | Signed by John Howe

This is a breathtaking new practical art course that completely demystifies the drawing and sketching techniques of master fantasy artist John Howe. Learn the basics of drawing as John reveals the secrets behind choosing the best materials and the correct methods for holding and using pencils.

Presented as a practical art course, the book progresses from basic linear and energy drawing to more advanced drawing and colouring techniques - ideal for both aspiring and experienced artists. Noble warriors and mystical elves stand side-by-side with savage orcs, dragons and other iconic fantasy characters in this highly practical, must-have guide for all aspiring and improving fantasy artists.

We have a limited number of these books signed by John Howe. Don't delay - they won't last forever.

John Howe is one of the world's most renowned fantasy artists and has for many years worked as a leading illustrator of Tolkien's works and periphereal products.

John increased his extensive fan base working alongside Alan Lee as Conceptual Designer of The Lord Of The Rings movie trilogy.

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Weta's 10 Latest Products

Starter Pack - SPECIAL OFFER

For US$44.90 (normally US$90)

Strider's Sword - The Master Swordsmith's Collection

The sword of Strider, Ranger of the North

Only three Edition Numbers available!

Watch the swords being made!

Physical Specifications

How to order

What you will receive

Collecting matching numbers

Shipping

Terms & Conditions

Embroidered Badge: MNU Reaction Force Battalion

Embroidered Badge: MNU Security - Paving the Way to Unity

Art Postcard - Wikus van der Merwe

Art Postcard - The Guns of District 9

Art Postcard - Prawn Conceptual Design

Arc Generator - Full Scale Replica

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Blue Sacked Pillock (male) - Simpletonicus Indigum

Grordbortian Entomology

Habitat

Reproduction

Behavioural Observations

Fantasy Drawing Workshop - Signed

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