San Diego Comic-Con 2024 is coming up this weekend, July 25-28, 2024! There will be plenty of Jurassic at the con with Mattel and Jurassic World: Chaos Theory making major appearances and plenty of Jurassic-related creators and merchandise present. Jurassic Outpostwill be on-site and have you covered on all things Jurassic! Read on for details on all of the Jurassic-related panels and appearances at SDCC 2024:
Sunday July 28, 2024 11:30am – 12:30pm PDT Room 29CD
The Jurassic Park/World franchises have fascinated audiences and have inspired a whole generation of dinosaur lovers and paleontologists. Gabriel-Philip Santos and Michelle Barboza-Ramirez, hosts of the PBS digital series PBS Eons and co-founders of Cosplay for Science, invite a group of experts to break down the dino-DNA of the dinosaurs seen in the latest chapter of the Jurassic World franchise, Chaos Theory, and explore exactly what it is about these “terrible lizards” that continues to capture audiences of all ages. Featuring Dr. Stuart Sumida (paleontologist, Camp Cretaceous technical consultant), Randy Flores (geochemist, UCLA), Dr. Hank Woolley (paleontologist, Dinosaur Institute, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County), Dr. Lisa Lundgren (education researcher, Utah State University), and Tony Turner (educator, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County).
Set six years after the events at Camp Cretaceous, members of “The Nublar Six” are struggling to find their footing off the islands, navigating a world now filled with dinosaurs and people who want to hurt them. From DreamWorks Animation, Universal Pictures, and Amblin Entertainment, executive producers Scott Kreamer and Aaron Hammersley along with series cast members offer an inside look at the hit Netflix series Jurassic World: Chaos Theory, and what’s in store for season 2.
Fans in attendance will also get to see the first episode of season 2 of Chaos Theory early and will receive an exclusive poster.
Get ready for a bit of chaos, Comic Con style! đ Join the cast and executive producers of #JurassicWorld#ChaosTheory for an exclusive @Comic_Con panel, featuring an exclusive screening of the first episode of Season 2! đŚ Sunday, July 28 at 3pm in Room 6DE #SDCC2024pic.twitter.com/QTIDKr8RTE
Friday July 26, 2024 3:00pm – 4:00pm PDT Room 29AB
William Stout has attended every single Comic-Con. His massive book Fantastic Worlds covers his 50 years as a professional artist. This talk will mostly be about his work in comics and the comics giants he has worked with. It’s a selected preview of his three-volume box set on all of his comics work coming soon from Flesk Publications. Bill will also give fans a sneak peek at his two forthcoming Flesk books on his two decks of playing card art, each boasting 56 new painted images.
Thursday July 25, 2024 11:00am – 12:00pm PDT Room 32AB
Liz Climo (creator of The Little World of Liz Climo and international bestselling author and illustrator) and popular podcast host Steven Ray Morris (See Jurassic Right, Keanan and Lakin Give You DĂŠjĂ Vu, My Favorite Murder) discuss the past 20 years of her career, from her work on The Simpsons to her shift into webcomics, and her last ten years in publishing.
Follow along on Jurassic Outpost for all Jurassic updates from SDCC 2024!
School and leisure essentials company Smiggle has announced a collaboration with Universal Pictures and Jurassic Park! Jurassic Park’s 30th anniversary will continue to be celebrated with really awesome backpacks, lunchboxes, cups, and other gear covered in fun and retro Jurassic colors and imagery. Check out more images and read more about the collaboration line below!
Celebrate the most thrilling of Smiggle collections this Easter â the Jurassic Park x Smiggle Collection is now available in Smiggle stores and online!
Welcome to the prehistoric playground of Jurassic Park x Smiggle, where imaginations run wild! This limited-edition range â including backpacks, lunchboxes, drink bottles, gadgets, travel accessories and more â is sure to bring some dinosaur-sized excitement to Smiggle fans everywhere.
Grab your visitor pass and embark on an amazing journey with this limited-edition collection made for all explorers and show some roarsome Jurassic Park style every day!
All your favourite dinosaurs are coming out to play to help you explore the natural world with this prehistoric collection inspired by the original Jurassic Park film.
The appeal of dinosaurs never grows old and kids (and grown ups) will love the new found inspiration in this collection of accessories and gifts for all ages.
All your favorite Smiggle products have been expertly crafted in Jurassic Park style, with those extra special touches, super materials and special finishes that you expect from the design crew at Smiggle.
As always, there is so much more to choose from in store and online. Smiggle is the perfect place to fill your home with fun and excitement!
The Jurassic Park x Smiggle Collection is now available at Smiggle stores nationally or online at smiggle.com with prices ranging from $9.95 to $49.95.
But wait thereâs (even) more⌠Smiggleâs product range is enormous.
Everything you need for school, holidays or FUN can be found at Smiggle.
Smiggleâs products are designed to inspire and develop creativity with original, fun and affordable stationery, accessories, gadgets and more.
About SMIGGLE
Smiggle is the ultimate destination for your school, birthday and leisure essentials. From backpacks and drink bottles, to gift packs and key-rings, Smiggle is the original creator of all things colourful, fun, unique and on trend.
Smiggle was established in 2003 in Melbourne Australia, originally opening 20 concept stores around the country. By 2007, Smiggle had joined the Just Group â owned by Premier Investments Limited, the ASX listed retail conglomerate.
Fast-forward to 2016 and Smiggle stores had rapidly expanded across Australia and could also be found in the United Kingdom, Ireland, New Zealand, Singapore and Malaysia.
Today, Smiggle retails from hundreds of standalone stores and wholesale “shop-in-shop” concepts, across multiple countries.
About JURASSIC PARK
Experience one of the biggest films in motion picture history with director Steven Spielbergâs ultimate thrill ride, Jurassic Park â celebrating 30 years in 2023! Featuring Academy AwardÂŽ- winning visual effects and groundbreaking filmmaking, this epic film is sheer movie-making magic that was 65 million years in the making. Jurassic Park takes you to an amazing theme park on a remote island where dinosaurs once again roam the Earth, and five people must battle to survive among the prehistoric predators. Starring Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum and Richard Attenborough, discover the breath-taking adventure you will want to experience again and again.
What do you think about this amazing Jurassic Park collaboration, and will you be picking up any of these items? Be sure to check out the entire Smiggle x Jurassic Park collectionhere.
All these books discussed the various scripts that were written: a vital part in creating a strong skeleton to support the body of each film. Itâs a process that can take a lot of time, and a lot of drafts, to get just right. Their creation is more interesting and complicated than people may realize, making a whole book dedicated to the subject something âJurassicâ fans have wanted for some time. Each of the six films in the franchise (so far) undoubtedly has fascinating stories behind their screenplays. However, the original film, adapted from the bestselling novel by Michael Crichton, had perhaps the biggest challenges.
Thanks once again to Insight Editions, a documented history of this process, with the final screenplay by David Koepp, is finally told in âJurassic Park: The Official Script Book.â
Jurassic Park gave moviegoers an unforgettable thrill ride. Now, on the filmâs 30th anniversary, fans can experience Jurassic Park in an all-new way with this deluxe, annotated edition of Michael Crichton and David Koeppâs script. This script book is annotated by franchise expert James Mottram (Jurassic Park: The Ultimate Visual History, Jurassic World: The Ultimate Visual History), offering commentary and insight into the behind-the-scenes story of the film. Fully illustrated with film stills, concept art, and other key visuals, this is a must-have collectible for Jurassic Park fans and a fitting tribute to a landmark film.
There is a lot more to this book than simply David Koeppâs script. To discover whatâs beyond the cover, join me on a grand adventure at Isla Nublar via the video below (or an abridged version)! For an even more detailed look, continue reading this article!
WHAT’S INSIDE?
DAVID KOEPPâS 12-11-1992 FINAL CONTINUITY DRAFT
The book features the 12-11-1992 draft by David Koepp, known as the final “Continuity Script.â What sets it apart from a more polished final draft are some beefier descriptions and the inclusion of some alternate dialogue for sequences that director Steven Spielberg would have to choose from. This gives the reader an additional âalternate universeâ for certain scenes. The script also includes some moments that were filmed but cut, such as the reveal of why the Triceratops was only sick âevery six weeksâ and not all the time.
The only part of the script not included are the âAppendices.â These were two pages at the end of the script that had John Hammondâs dialogue heard during the lunch scene as a slide show played behind the characters. Most copies of the script didnât include thesepages, so their absence isnât exactly inaccurate to what the majority of cast and crew members had. Thankfully, they do at least get mentioned in one of the bookâs many annotations, featuring a summary of what they consisted of.
INTRODUCTION & ANNOTATIONS BY JAMES MOTTRAM
The author of both Insight Editions âJurassicâ Visual History books returns to provide additional content alongside the script. A lengthy introduction details the overall history of the filmâs screenplays, before unveiling Koeppâs draft itself. Nearly every spread features an annotated section on the side, containing information that ranges from details exclusively revealed by David Koepp himself, comparisons to earlier drafts, alternate ideas from the previous screenwriters, and other behind-the-scenes intel. The added material James Mottram provides is written in a clear and engaging way that greatly stirs the excitement of the reader as they delve into the filmâs script. One of the many exclusive quotes from Koepp explains why his original draft did not include Ian Malcolm; the mathematician who constantly is at odds with what âJurassic Parkâ is trying to accomplish.
âHonestly, it was because it was too hard,â he admits. âIf you read the book, he talks a lot. He talks about math a lot, and he talks and abstracts a lot. And I just couldnât figure out how to make it visual. I couldnât figure out how to. And I thought about all sorts of things.â
INSIGHT ABOUT THE PREVIOUS SCREENWRITERS AND THEIR DRAFTS
As mentioned, the annotations not only cover Koepp and his various drafts but also the screenwriters who tackled the film before him. Michael Crichton was the first to adapt his own novel into a screenplay, producing a pair of completed drafts. One detail James conjures is how a Crichton draft opened with a scene that would later front Spielbergâs film adaptation of âThe Lost World: Jurassic Park.â
In his revised draft, Crichton opened with a variation on the novelâs second major sequence, where a young vacationer, Tina, is attacked on a deserted Costa Rican beach by a Compy. He also includes another early scene from the novel, set at New Yorkâs Tropical Disease Lab, in which one Dr. Richard Stone and his technician Alice examine Tinaâs sketch of the Compy, with Stone reaching the conclusion itâs a lizard.
This book is the first official publication to reveal that Rick Carter, the production designer of âJurassic Park,â also created his own unique âworking documentâ draft. He wrote and assembled it during the productionâs downtime when Steven Spielberg left to film âHook.â Jurassic Time created an epic âillustrated audio dramaâ version of his take on the film, which includes a unique item most fans would certainly love: a Spitter umbrella that squirts water from its âmouth.â Rick details the inclusion of this gag, among many other new notes.
âThe idea of an umbrella squirting water is pretty ridiculously funny,â says Carter. âYou have this thing designed to keep the water out. Itâs actually squirting water!â The concept of a branded novelty umbrella came up during brainstorming sessions, adds Carter, when he and others on the team began to consider, âHow would the dinosaur experience be commercialized in that park, and that Visitor Center?â
James also had an exclusive conversation with Malia Scotch Marmo, the penultimate screenwriter brought on board. While she only penned a single draft as well, her ideas were still an important part of the screenwriting process until Spielberg ultimately chose another direction. Scotch Marmo even contributed to a vital casting recommendation that became a reality!
Described in the book as âtwenty-four and darkly tanned,â with her blonde hair tied back, Dr. Ellie Sattler proved to be a difficult role to cast. âSteven sent me clips of young actresses to play Ellie,â recalls Scotch Marmo. âThe clips showcased the actresses in previous film roles. I noticed they were all ingĂŠnues. They had youth and a certain naĂŻvetĂŠ and freshness. I kept thinking they were missing the mark. Ellie is a scientist. Perhaps because my father was an astrophysicist, I couldnât buy the actors he was showing me as realistic in any way . . . in a science fiction movie like Jurassic Park believability was essential. Steven is very open to push back, and he asked, âWho would you like?ââ The writer made a case for Laura Dern, who coincidentally had impressed Spielberg in the 1985 film Smooth Talk.
LOADS OF CONCEPT ARTWORK, STORYBOARDS, & OTHER IMAGES
While both âJurassicâ Visual History books were filled with production artwork and other images from the entire franchise, this book is only focused on the first film. Despite the included script being essentially the film that made it to the screen, the pages are filled with seemingly endless concept art, storyboards, and blueprints that cover many iterations. These materials transport the reader into the filmâs art department during the creative process that helped shape the story just as much as the scripts did. This includes early designs by John Bell for lead characters before the actors were cast, never-before-seen storyboards of the famous Main Road attack sequence by David Lowery, a pair of slides from the lunch room scene by Caroline Quinn, and numerous artwork showcasing the omitted river and helicopter attack sequences. Peppered throughout are wonderful stills and other photographs from the film itself. Overall, much of the amazing artwork is not present in the other Insight Editions volumes, or any book.
Countless artists worked on the film, for a much longer period than most get these days. All the concept artwork is credited to each artist; however, the storyboards were tricky to identify given several artists often worked on just a single sequence. The final page of the book credits those artists who were able to be identified, but the entire art department should be forever applauded for their immense contributions to this film.
It wouldnât be an honest article without referring to the âdinosaur in the roomâ: the front cover of this book. The artwork used was not made during the production of the film, but a recent selection of âkey artâ provided by Universal. To put it nicely, itâs definitely not the cover I would have chosen. It doesnât appear inside the book itself, although a small selection of other recent artwork to celebrate the filmâs 30th anniversary is present. They are, thankfully, quite a bit more appealing.
However, being asked by James Mottram to join him in the production of this book was a dream come true. I have always been entranced by the many scripts of âJurassic Park,â as well as the thousands of artwork that was created before cameras ever rolled. After I read the original âMaking Of Jurassic Parkâ book, I was obsessed with peeking further behind the curtain to see the creative process of how it was all done. Over the years, I collected hard to find documents and artwork that would have otherwise been lost in time. Several of these materials, along with my own insights, enhanced this bookâs content. To be associated with a book like this, for my favorite film, is something I will be eternally thankful for.
Another fan is given special mention for helping with this book: Astrid Vega (pictured with me, above, in 2018). She once ran The Jurassic Park Collection, until she sadly passed away in 2019. Astrid was a collector of many production materials that she shared with fans for years, and thanks to her, some of those are now showcased in this book.
DIGITAL E-BOOK EDITION ALSO AVAILABLE
While the physical hardcover edition is my preferred way to possess this unique book, there is also a digital e-book version available separately. This is a departure from both âVisual Historyâ books, since those featured additional inserts that were referenced in the text that couldnât be adapted in this format. Some may prefer a digital version for the cheaper price point and to avoid high shipping costs in certain areas of the world. E-books are also handy for quicker research, with the ability to find text in seconds. The way I see it, having a digital edition also available ensures all âJurassic Parkâ fans have a fair chance to seek a copy of this book!
THE PERFECT WAY TO CONCLUDE THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY!
This yearâs 30th anniversary of âJurassic Parkâ is coming to an end, and what better way to celebrate it than by experiencing every word of the film in this fully illustrated form? Yeah, I know, I may be a little biased in this endorsement. However, I hope this detailed article on what the book consists of, with some exclusive first-look images, will entice you to seek a hardcover or digital copy today! This is the kind of book I have always wanted for âJurassic Park!â James Mottram, and the staff of Insight Editions, have gone out of their way to make this new entry in their series âspared no expense.â Perhaps someday the other films in the series will get script books of their own? There are definitely more stories to uncover, and artwork that deserves to be unearthed, before becoming extinct.
For an even deeper look at how this book was created, check out an engaging conversation with annotator & author James Mottram and consultant Derrick Davis.
Do you plan on checking out the first script book ever for a âJurassic Parkâ film? Would you like to see Insight Editions tackle âThe Lost Worldâ next? Share your thoughts in the comments below and stay informed with Jurassic Outpost for the latest!
Production designer Rick Carter’s new art exhibition in Los Angeles, “Trip Outs & In”, is a showcase of his recent original paintings, cinematic collages, and A.I. inspired collages. It includes Rick’s “cinema room,” featuring artworks that reflect his production design process and film memorabilia from âJurassic Parkâ in honor of the film’s 30th anniversary! This special exhibit was created by Rick’s son, Jim Carter, through his Artist Agency Legacy West Media. Sponsored by The Container Yard, Excel Image Group, Sierra Nevada, The Lapis Press, & Jurassic Outpost!
Rick Carterâs production design process has been instrumental in bringing classic films to life for decades, such as âForrest Gumpâ, âBack To The Future 2â, & âAvatar.â They all get a spotlight in the âcinema roomâ, but Rickâs âJurassicâ art features unique collages he created during âJurassic Parkâ and âThe Lost World: Jurassic Parkâ. For the first film, he cobbled together ideas for the now-iconic Visitor Center, and for the sequel he depicted dinosaurs on and off Isla Sorna.
During this time, prints of some of these collages from the âJurassicâ films are on sale at Rick Carterâs Art site! These limited edition prints are numbered and signed by Rick himself, making for a unique and special addition to any fanâs collection!
The exhibit also features original art by Rick that is not related to any film, including portraits of faces that come to his mind. This collection of art, with prints also available, details Rickâs personal connection to faces of the world.
Rick Carter’s “Yellow Woman.”
âAs an artist I have attempted over the years [âŚ] to express the spirit of the many people who now travel within me as I continue my journey [around the world]. [âŚ] Many of the people I now paint or draw have come from my imagination. I don’t know who will emerge when I begin. But I do know where most of them come from. They are derived mostly from the people I encountered while traveling. Over time, some of them have become embedded and then embellished like pearls into almost real characters within my soul. They resonate as a group inside of me – creating a dialogue amongst my inner collection of people.â
This exhibit will run from December 2nd to December 11th, but the prints will remain online until they are sold out. Donât miss out on your chance to see or own official prints of production artwork from âJurassic Park!â Itâs amazing that even after thirty years there is still much to see and talk about regarding the original films from the franchise. Rickâs art is a capsule of special moments in time where his creativity gave birth to what we all know and love today. But his vision goes beyond the films he worked on, and this exhibit is an amazing tribute to his inspirational talent, and an amazing human being.
Rick Carter with a Stan Winston animatronic T-Rex during the production of ‘Jurassic Park.’
For a look at how Rick Carter also adapted the script of ‘Jurassic Park’ during the film’s production, watch Jurassic Time’s ‘Rick Carter’s Jurassic Park,’ an illustrated audio drama! Also check out the newly-released ‘Jurassic Park: The Official Script Book‘ that contains new quotes from Rick with a concept sketch he made for the Visitor Center’s rotunda!
Rick Carter’s sketch artwork featured on the page to the right.
Will you be able to visit Rick Carterâs exhibit? Interested in his art prints? Did you know collages like Rickâs are instrumental in the design process of films like âJurassic Park?â Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to Jurassic Outpost for the latest!
This year has been full of exciting reveals from Mattel and the final episode is no different! Joining the Legacy Collection and expanding the vehicles from The Lost World: Jurassic Park, it’s the Isla Sorna Expedition Pack!
Featuring none other than Dieter Stark, this set comes with Compies, a Velociraptor, and InGen’s Unimog, based upon the original concept art for the movie by John Bell!
Join Chris, Mattelâs MVP Rafael Bencosme, along with conceptual artist on Jurassic Park and The Lost World John Bell who talks us through his artwork and inspiration! Watch the episode below:
The Isla Sorna Expedition Pack from Mattel is now available to pre-order exclusively (in the US) at Target.com! Donât miss your chance to grow your own InGen vehicle collection by pre-ordering now.
We wanted to take a moment to thank each and every one of you who watched Beyond The Gates and supported the show over these last three years. It has been such an honour to work on this program, and to work so closely with the talented people at Universal Pictures and Mattel.
We always intended the episodes to feature as much new behind the scenes material as we could, and getting to speak with the incredible talent who made our favourite movies has been nothing short of a dream. Learning the processes behind designing Mattel’s collectibles with the very designers themselves has been so exciting, and we hope we’ve managed to entertain along the way.
Beyond The Gates spanned three seasons, and spawned the spinoff show Jurassic World Revealed which we also produced and localized for 7 countries.
We also want to take a moment to thank the incredibly talented composer Caleb Burnett who has been with us from the very beginning. He composed our wonderful theme music and episodic music throughout and also worked with us on Revealed. Beyond The Gates wouldn’t be what it is without you!
While our work with the show is coming to an end, you can expect more great things in the near future! Thank you again to our wonderful partners and to all of you for watching along!
THE DOCTOR IS IN! And Mr. DNA, where did you come from?
Mattel Creations have just launched pre-orders for this all-new Hammond Collection set, the Jurassic World Hammond Collection Lab Tour Dr. Henry Wu.
The set is a limited exclusive to Mattel Creations and is available to pre-order for $30 USD directly at the Mattel Creations website!
Check out the detail below:
Gain access to InGen’s ground zero, where the greatest dino DNA discoveries unfolded. Inside the Hammond Lab, your tour is led by the less-than-humble technician, Dr. Henry Wu, and an anthropomorphic double helix, Mr. DNA. Celebrating the 30th anniversary of Jurassic Park, our exclusive set features first-time Hammond Collection characters, transporting you to the start of a story that’s millions of years old. The journey opens in the unboxing. Breach the security system doors to enter the lab, where lights flicker ominously. The packaging includes film details, an egg incubator, and other testing equipment. There are even sounds, as Dr. Wu and Mr. DNA have 4 button-activated phrases triggered through a button on the packaging.
⢠JURASSIC WORLD HAMMOND COLLECTION Lab Tour Dr. Henry Wu ⢠Dr. Wu figure has swappable hands and 4 button-activated phrases ⢠Mr. DNA speaks with 4 button-activated phrases ⢠Accessories include a lab clipboard, raptor hatchling, and pencil ⢠Lab lights flicker ⢠Packaging features Mr. DNA, dino DNA genetic board, egg incubator structure, and testing equipment
Colors and decorations may vary. Purchase limits subject to change at the sole discretion of Mattel.
The set joins an ever-growing variety of Jurassic Park and Jurassic World collectibles from Mattel’s Hammond Collection. Check out a gallery of photos below!
Indie toymaker Creative Beast has launched its first science-fiction IP via a Kickstarter campaign! Cyberzoic is created by toy industry veteran David Silva who’s known for the successful Beasts of the Mesozoic line of dinosaur collectibles.
David has worked with Neca, McFarlane, and on the 2009 Jurassic Park Hasbro toy line, and you can check out our 2021 interview with David about his work here.
Inspired by classic sci-fi and fantasy properties Dino-Riders, Transformers, Masters of the Universe, and Zoids, Cyberzoic follows humanityâs fight for survival on a distant planet in the future. Its intricate action figures and comic books feature armored dinosaurs, dragons, prehistoric mammals, alien wildlife, and warring human clans.
Those who want to back the Cyberzoic Kickstarter have until Thursday, November 2nd at 9pm ET. Check out the feature gallery below along with the full press release!
Read the full press release below:
HACKENSACK, NJ – October 3, 2023 – Creative Beast Studio today launched its first unique science fiction IP âCyberzoic” with a Kickstarter campaign. Cyberzoic tells a compelling story about the near-extinction of humankind via a dedicated line of intricate action figures and comic book series depicting armored dinosaurs, fearsome dragons, prehistoric mammals, and various alien wildlife. Its singular narrative will engage sci-fi, fantasy, wildlife, and action figure enthusiasts. Fans can support the Cyberzoic Kickstarter campaign here.
Toy designer David Silva originally conceived the Cyberzoic storyline in college. Inspired by classic sci-fi and fantasy properties including Dino-Riders, Transformers, Masters of the Universe, and Zoids, but with a hard edge aimed at adults, Cyberzoic explores themes of power, technological innovation, environmentalism, conservation, culture, colonialism, and our place among the natural world. Leaning on 20 years of experience crafting figures for major entertainment brands including Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Godzilla, Spiderman, G.I. Joe, Terminator 2, Aliens, Predator, Spawn, and Pacific Rim,as well as launching a line of scientifically-accurate dinosaur action figures, âBeasts of the Mesozoic,â David is finally bringing his Cyberzoic vision to life as only he can.Â
âIâve been so inspired by sci-fi and adventure stories since I was a kid. I also loved natural history growing up, but the entertainment properties that catered to this passion never fully achieved the artistic potential of their premises, often compromising the wonder and beauty that true natural history has to offer in favor of more familiar trends and tropes. To finally put my own spin on a concept that brings together people, dinosaurs, and dragons is a dream come true,â said Silva. âIâve had the foundation of Cyberzoic kicking around in my head for three decades. After the success of the âBeasts of the Mesozoicâ brand, it was time to develop a story on the opposite end of that timeline, bringing the dinosaurs into the science fiction genre and making Cyberzoic a reality. My goal is not only to present ideas and concepts that people have never seen together before, but also explore our connection with other forms of life, both familiar and alien.âÂ
The initial $205,000 Kickstarter goal includes all-new action figures of the two main characters, Dragolina and Argentues, a fan-favorite dinosaur (Allosaurus), the mighty Arctic Dragon, and the legendary Saber-toothed Tiger! There are four human clans planned to be represented (Tech, Fire, Dragon, and Desert), all living among dragons, dinosaurs, prehistoric mammals, and alien wildlife. Other popular dinosaurs not yet released in Creative Beastsâ âBeasts of the Mesozoic” series will be featured in Cyberzoic as stretch goal items, including Dilophosaurus, Deinonychus, Carnotaurus, Utahraptor, and Achillobator. And from their backward compatibility with several Beasts of the Mesozoic dinosaur figures, several of the new dinosaur armor units can convert into vehicles or robotic animals!Â
The Kickstarter will also include an exclusive art print and concept art calendar for 2024, only available during the campaign. A comic book is planned to be included with the figures at release, telling the Cyberzoic story through vivid art and character-building storylines.If the initial Kickstarter goal is met, additional animals, human characters, and armor units will be unlocked as stretch goals.Â
Set 4 – All-In Launch Bundle – $450 (MSRP $550.93)
Cyberzoic Storyline 2170 AD. AI and synthetic ecosystems have solved the problems of overpopulation and hunger. Humanity has now turned its entire focus to exploring the cosmos. Soon manned space flights discover an Earth-like planet capable of sustaining life, which they name Gaea 2. The planet is home to a variety of alien wildlife â including highly-intelligent âdragons.â As humanity studies and colonizes the planet, the dragons fight back, pushing these peaceful visitors to the brink of extinction.Â
But all is not well on Earth either. One day, all communication with Gaea 2 stops. There are no more supply shipments and contact with their home planet is completely lost. Soon, the people of Earth are presumed dead except for Gaea 2âs scientific and military residents. But the humans wonât go down so easily. Using the research technology they brought with them, they create biological weapons of their own: genetically-engineered embryos that âbirthâ Earthâs mightiest prehistoric creatures. Programmed to obey their masters and outfitted in protective armor, these terrifying beasts help the humans push back against the dragon attacks while they terraform Gaea 2. This saves the human species, but destroys the worldâs natural habitats.
With the threat of human extinction seemingly resolved, the colonizers split into factions. Each clan champions its own philosophy about ensuring the long-term survival of humanity. Bitter conflicts erupt, leading to power struggles, uneasy alliances, and devastating new technology.
Who will win the war for Gaea 2? Or will humanity eradicate itself?
What do you think of Cyberzoic and will you be supporting the Kickstarter campaign? Share your thoughts below!
Mattel’s Hammond Collection keeps on growing! Last month the show unveiled Owen and Blue from Jurassic World, and this month Fallen Kingdom’s Carnotaurus joins the collection.
Join Chris, Mattelâs Greg Murphy, and Fallen Kingdom’s Visual Effects Supervisor David Vickery who go behind the scenes through the detailed design process for both the toy and the film dinosaur! Check out the full episode below:
This new item from Mattel is now available to pre-order exclusively (in the US) at Target.com! Donât miss your chance to grow your Fallen Kingdom Hammond Collection by pre-ordering now.
The reveals keep on coming! 2015’s Owen Grady and Blue the Velociraptor have joined Mattel’s Hammond Collection! Take a closer look at these two newly sculpted figures in this month’s episode of Beyond The Gates.
Join Chris, Mattel’s Greg Murphy, and animation supervisor Glen McIntosh who walk us through the detailed design process for both the toy and the film dinosaur! Check out the full episode below:
These two new figures are now available to pre-order exclusively (in the US) at Target.com! Donât miss your chance to wrangle Velociraptors with Owen Grady, and get your very own Blue by pre-ordering now.
Acclaimed travel fashion brand Sprayground has announced a new collaboration with Universal Pictures â joining the myriad of fantastic merchandise offerings in this year’s Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary celebration. Boasting the iconic Jurassic T. rex branding, highest quality materials, and classic jungle-esque colors, we can confirm their brand new Jurassic backpacks are outstanding â and a great way to make your everyday travel style even more Jurassic.
More from our unboxing and Sprayground below:
Sprayground Opens The Gates Of âJurassic Parkâ For An Epic Collaboration
With The Rebelliousness Found In Every Sprayground Design And Adventurous Thrills Of Jurassic Park, This Collaboration Is Daring And Exciting
New York, NY, 2023: Brace yourselves for this collaboration that is 65 million years in the making. The renowned travel fashion brand Sprayground teams up with Universal Products & Experiences for a Jurassic Park-inspired collection to take us along the journey to explore Isla Nublar. This unique collaboration represents the essence of adventure and excitement that stems from the original 1993 film â celebrating its 30th anniversary this year â that will entice anyone to embark on this prehistoric adventure with them.
Sprayground keeps the dinosaurs at bay with their Jurassic Park bag, featuring cage-like straps over the images of the crates where these vicious predators are being kept. It also features the Spraygroundâs legendary shark motif, matching the tone of fierceness and thrills. With their Jurassic Island bag, the calm blue seas are disrupted by the green island that is in the shape of the iconic âmark of Jurassic Parkâ while also having other dinosaurs flying above the island and soaring through the sky. The intricate design of the well-known T. rex skeleton logo makes this bag stand out.
The Jurassic Park x Sprayground collection is one to have with its clever designs and durability. Disrupt the mundane of the everyday with these exclusive bags that are guaranteed to showcase your level of style. Functional and fashionable, these Jurassic Park-inspired bags are perfect for fans of the blockbuster franchise. Even without being trapped inside the amazing dinosaur park, these adventure-packed backpacks will transport you to when dinosaurs ruled earth.
The full-sized backpack features multiple pockets throughout, an ergonomic mesh back padding to keep your posture upright and comfortable, a separate laptop compartment with velour compartments to stash your laptop – keeping your daily essentials secure and readily accessible. This bag will not only fit all your backpack needs, but the bag will also outshine all your fashion needs.
The Jurassic Park x Sprayground backpacks are available to purchase for $80 USD each at www.sprayground.com and exclusive boutiques nationwide.
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About JURASSIC PARK
Experience one of the biggest films in motion picture history with director Steven Spielbergâs ultimate thrill ride, Jurassic Park â celebrating 30 years in 2023! Featuring Academy AwardÂŽ-winning visual effects and groundbreaking filmmaking, this epic film is sheer movie-making magic that was 65 million years in the making. Jurassic Park takes you to an amazing theme park on a remote island where dinosaurs once again roam the Earth, and five people must battle to survive among the prehistoric predators. Starring Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum and Richard Attenborough, discover the breath-taking adventure you will want to experience again and again.
About Sprayground
Our passion is to bring thought-provoking, innovative and dynamic accessories and backpacks that are easily identifiable but difficult to recreate in the global marketplace. Our mission is to be the top global backpack and accessories company. expressing rebellion. individuality and creativity are the foundations of Sprayground and of our customer base. Overlaying those foundations with qualities of excellence, style and an emphasis on being the innovator for the next wave of design is what we do & who we are. Today, Sprayground has evolved into a global brand that has high brand awareness. dedicated fans. and a fanbase that will go to extreme measures to get their hands on our highly sought after limited designs. Sprayground strives to keep pushing the envelope of creativity. Sprayground is focused on creating, designing and selling rebellious, edgy. and innovative trendsetting products to the streetwear fashion and lifestyle market.
Head to Sprayground now to secure your Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary collaboration backpacks!