SC2 Statue - FAQ

[source: Official StarCraft 2 Statue FAQ]

• How big is the actual collectible?

The dimensions of the product are approximately: 15” W (381 mm), 18” H (457.2 mm), 12” D (304.8 mm). The product weighs approximately 17 lbs. (7.71 kg).


• What other costs are associated with this item?

In addition to the price of the item, buyers will be responsible for paying all applicable taxes as well as shipping and handling.


• Why was this statue created?

We created the Tychus Findlay Limited Edition Statue to commemorate the announcement of StarCraft II. This highly detailed collectible is a great opportunity to own a piece of StarCraft history.


• Does this product come with a pre-order for the StarCraft II game or anything else related to the game?

No, the object of this offer is the Tychus Findlay statue only. The purchase does not include any other products, information, or goods.


• Will each piece be numbered?

Yes, there will be individual numbering on each piece.


• Do I get to choose which number I get?

No, the numbering will be done at random.


• What countries do you ship to?

Below is a list of the countries to which we will ship.

• Austria
• Belgium
• Bulgaria
• Canada
• Cyprus
• Czech Republic
• Denmark
• Estonia
• Finland
• France
• Germany
• Gibraltar
• Greece
• Hungary
• Ireland
• Italy
• Latvia
• Lithuania
• Luxembourg
• Netherlands
• Norway
• Poland
• Portugal
• Romania
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Spain
• Sweden
• Switzerland
• Turkey
• UK - Mainland
• UK - N. Ireland Isle of Man & Isles of Scilly
• UK - Scottish Highlands & Islands of Scotland
• United States

Shipping costs will vary depending on the country in which you live.

If you are a resident in North America (US or Canada), please click here: http://us.blizzard.com/sc2collectible/.

If you are a resident in Europe, please click here: http://eu.blizzard.com/sc2collectible/.


• What if I need to change my shipping information?

Please send an email to collectibles@blizzard.com . In the subject line please type in “Change of Shipping Address” and be prepared to provide:

• Name
• Old Shipping Address
• New Shipping Address
• Invoice Number
• Phone Number

Please keep in mind that any shipping address change requests made without providing ALL of the items listed above will NOT be processed.


• On my page I see that it is sold out, but I have heard that there is stock still available in other territories. Why is that?

Individual territories have been granted specific allotments of the production run. The quantities in stock for those territories have been set to ship only to customers residing in those territories.

If you are a resident in North America (US or Canada), please click here: http://us.blizzard.com/sc2collectible/.

If you are a resident in Europe, please click here: http://eu.blizzard.com/sc2collectible/.


• How many collectibles am I able to purchase?

There is a limit of one per person.


• Why is there a limit of one per person?

To make sure that as many people as possible get a chance to purchase this product, we are limiting orders to one per person. (The limitation is one per credit card number.) The collectibles will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.


• I have just received a confirmation that I have successfully pre-ordered the item. How can I check on the status of my order?

Please retain and print the email invoice for your order. The next communication you will receive will be approximately two weeks prior to when the product ships in October. You will be able to track your shipment at that time.


• I have just received a confirmation that I have been placed on the wait list. What do I do now?

If you have been successfully placed on the wait list, you will be contacted if an item becomes available for purchase. If an item does not become available for purchase, you will not receive further communication. Being placed on the wait list does not guarantee you an item.


• What is the wait list? How does the wait list work?

Given the limited quantity of this product, the wait list was designed so that cancelled orders or declined credit card payments could then result in other customers being able to purchase the product. This wait list takes names on a first–come, first-served basis. By placing your name on the wait list, you are not guaranteed a product. Should one become available, the person currently in the top position on the wait list will be notified via email with an opportunity to purchase the item.


• Can I find out what position I am in on the wait list?

We will not be assigning numbers to positions on the wait list and are unable to provide this information.


• I was placed on the wait list and have just received an email saying that an item has become available for me to purchase. What do I do now?

That email notification will have directions on what steps to take in order to purchase the item. You will have one week (starting from when the email is sent) to complete the purchase process. If you do not complete the purchase by that time, the offer to purchase will expire and your position on the wait list will be forfeited. If you are no longer interested in purchasing the product, you do not need to take any action.


• Are there different versions of this collectible for different territories?

There are no plans for different versions or variants based on territory at this time.


• Will this product be available in stores at all?

No. This product is available direct to customers only as a Blizzard online exclusive.


• Do you plan to produce more of this collectible in the future?

This is the only production run that will be done for the Tychus Findlay Limited Edition Statue. There will be no reissues.


• I was too late and was unable to pre-order or get on the waiting list. Will there be another opportunity to sign up and purchase?

Once pre-orders and wait list opportunities have closed, they will not be reopened.


• What happens if I receive my item and it is damaged?

When you receive your item, please save the product, packaging, and shipping carton. Email collectibles@blizzard.com with your problem, and it will be addressed to the best of our ability.


• Do you have plans to create more collectibles based on the Blizzard universes?

Yes, we intend to explore and support all the Blizzard universes with high quality collectible products sometime in the future.


• I have other questions about the collectible. Who should I ask?

If you still have questions after reading this FAQ, please write to collectibles@blizzard.com, and we will answer your question to the best of our ability. Questions about StarCraft II, our other game products, and topics unrelated to the collectible will not be answered at this address.

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StarCraft 2 Statue Available for Preorder now!

[source: fatwallet.com]

This is not really a great deal, but this is a deal for the StarCraft fan out there.

The statue cost $249.99 + shipping (around $25-30)
it will be ship from their US warehouse in October 2007

It is limited and first-come, first-served. After all preorder is full, there will be waiting list too.

https://us.blizzard.com/sc2collectible/starcraft2/menu.html

[source: starcraft2.com]

Tychus Findlay Limited Edition Statue

Worldwide Announcement Exclusive
Estimated Ship Date: October 2007
Limited Edition
Price: $249.99
Limit One Per Customer

Status: IN-STOCK. PRE-ORDER NOW!

To commemorate the announcement of the highly anticipated StarCraft II, Blizzard Entertainment is proud to present the Tychus Findlay Limited Edition Statue. This collector's item is a product of a collaboration between Blizzard Entertainment's famous cinematics team and the incredible sculpting of Sideshow Collectibles. Players can now own a piece of StarCraft history with this highly detailed, 18-inch tall statue of Terran Marine Tychus J. Findlay standing atop a freshly dispatched Hydralisk. Cast in high-quality polystone and hand painted to exacting standards, the power of the Terran Marine Corps stands triumphantly in this beautiful museum-quality piece.

Pre-Order Notice: A valid credit card is necessary for pre-order. Credit cards will not be charged until product is ready to ship.

Questions? Please consult our FAQ.

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Product Specifications (Approx.)
15" W (381 mm), 18" H (457.2 mm), 12" D (304.8 mm).
Weight: 17 lbs. (7.71 kg).

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Official Gameplay Video

A 20 minutes video showing off several new units and abilities featured in the upcoming StarCraft sequel... Must watch!™

[source: StarCraft 2 Movies]

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Artwork Trailer

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Cinematic Trailer

"Hell, it's about time."

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Artwork

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Screenshots

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FAQ [Frequently Asked Questions]

[source: Official FAQ]

BASICS

• What is StarCraft II?

StarCraft II is the ultimate competitive real-time strategy game, and the sequel to the hit original, StarCraft. The game will include three completely distinct and balanced races, the Protoss, Terran, and Zerg, which have been overhauled and re-imagined with a number of new units for each, as well as new tricks for some of the classic units that are returning.


• When is the game coming out?

At this point, it's too early to provide an initial estimate on the release date. As with all Blizzard games, we will take as much time as needed to ensure the game is as fun, balanced, and polished as possible.


• How will StarCraft II be different from StarCraft?

StarCraft II will run on a vibrant new 3D-graphics engine that will be capable of rendering beautiful landscapes as well as massive individual units and army sizes.

We're also introducing a number of distinct new units to the Protoss, Terran, and Zerg, and even some of the familiar units that return in StarCraft II will have new tricks up their sleeves, which will give the game its own unique flavor.

In addition, Battle.net will be overhauled with some new and exciting features to enhance online play and competition, while the story-mode campaign will also offer some unique aspects for players who enjoy single-player content. We'll have more details on all these aspects in the months to come.


• Will there be both single-player and multiplayer components?

Yes, StarCraft II will include a unique story-mode campaign, as well as multiplayer capability over Battle.net. We'll provide more detail on both of these aspects a little further along in the development process.


• What will StarCraft II's story line be? Will any of the characters from the original StarCraft make an appearance in StarCraft II?

It's a little too early to get into details on the story. Once we're able to discuss the single-player campaign in detail, we'll also share some exciting information about the story line for the game.


• How many cinematic cut-scenes will be included?

We know that StarCraft II players will expect to see some Blizzard-quality cinematic content in the game, and we have definite plans to include multiple cinematics, starting with a cinematic intro. We'll provide further confirmation once final determinations have been made.


• How many races are in StarCraft II?

In StarCraft II, players will see the return of the Protoss, Terran, and Zerg races. Our goal is to ensure that all the factions in the game play even more distinctly from one another than in the original StarCraft, while still maintaining the fine balance that helped make StarCraft such a classic. We're also introducing a number of new units to each race, as well as modifying some of the familiar units returning in StarCraft II. With these design refinements and the new features we have planned for the single-player and multiplayer elements of the game, StarCraft II will offer a next-generation StarCraft experience.


• StarCraft II has some big shoes to fill - is there added pressure in developing a follow-up to one of the most beloved games of all time?

We recognize that the bar is set pretty high, but this type of pressure is not new to us. Warcraft III had to follow in the footsteps of Warcraft II, and Diablo II had to follow the original Diablo. Creating a StarCraft game that's bigger and better than the original is definitely a big challenge, but it's one that we fully intend to meet and exceed.


• Will the game be released in multiple countries? Will the release be simultaneous? Which countries and what languages will the game be localized in?

Our goal is to release the game simultaneously across the world in multiple languages. As we get closer to release, we'll have more details to share.


• Will there also be an expansion, and if so, what features will it contain?

Our focus has been and will continue to be on developing and refining the core StarCraft II experience, so we haven't really had much time to consider what types of things we would include with an expansion for the game if we were to do one.


• Will there be a console version of StarCraft II?

StarCraft II is being developed for the PC. We have no current plans to bring the game to any console platform.

BATTLE.NET

• Will Battle.net be overhauled? Will there be new features?

There will be some exciting new changes and features to Battle.net that will help us ensure that StarCraft II will be the ultimate competitive online real-time strategy game. We're not quite ready to discuss those features at this time, but we look forward to getting into more detail in the future.


• Will we still be able to play the original StarCraft on Battle.net after StarCraft II is released?

Yes, you will.


• Will there be clan management?

We're not quite ready to discuss specifics related to Battle.net at this time, but we look forward to doing so in the future.


• What steps are being taken to prevent cheating in multiplayer games?

We don't want to tip our hand to the people who may try to cheat on Battle.net, so we can't go into too much detail, but rest assured that security is one of our top priorities as we redesign and overhaul Battle.net, and we will take every precaution to ensure fairness in our online games. We've taken an aggressive stance against cheating in all of our games, and our players have overwhelmingly supported us in that, so we don't have any intention to make any changes in that regard.

COST, RATING, BETA / TRIAL VERSIONS

• How much will StarCraft II cost? Where can I buy this game?

Pricing and availability will be determined and announced much closer to the release date.


• What will StarCraft II's rating be?

We are aiming for a T-rating in the US, and similar ratings elsewhere in the world, but those details won't be finalized until we get closer to release.


• Will there be a closed or open beta? How about a trial or demo version?

Decisions related to beta testing and trial or demo versions are usually made further along in the development process. We don't have any details available on these topics at the moment, but we will be happy to share the news once final decisions have been made.


• Will there be a collector's edition?

Decisions related to the types of retail packages available will be made much closer to the game's release date.

TECHNICAL ASPECTS

• What are the system requirements for StarCraft II?

We'll have more details on specific system requirements closer to the release date.


• Will the game run natively on Windows Vista?

StarCraft II will be fully compatible with Windows Vista, as well as XP. We'll have more details on system requirements closer to release.


• Will StarCraft II be available on Mac simultaneously with PC?

As with all of Blizzard's recent releases, StarCraft II will ship on both PC and Mac simultaneously.


• Will StarCraft II take advantage of DirectX 10? What other graphical goodies are included?

The game will be compatible with DirectX 10, and we're still considering whether there will be exclusive DirectX 10 graphic effects, but the graphics engine will also be very scalable to ensure that a wide range of different systems will be capable of running StarCraft II. The new engine is also capable of rendering very large units, as well as large numbers of units on screen together. Havok physics have been integrated into the engine for added realism as well.

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StarCraft II Official Press Release - StarCraft II Unveiled

[source: The official SC2 press release]

Blizzard Entertainment® announces highly anticipated sequel at 2007 Worldwide Invitational event in South Korea

SEOUL, South Korea – May 19, 2007 – Blizzard Entertainment® today unveiled StarCraft® II, the sequel to its award-winning real-time strategy game StarCraft, at the 2007 Blizzard Worldwide Invitational event in Seoul, South Korea. The announcement took place inside the Olympic Gymnastics Arena, in front of thousands of attendees, who received a presentation that included a StarCraft II cinematic trailer and a gameplay demonstration by the development team.

Designed to be the ultimate competitive real-time strategy game, StarCraft II will feature the return of the Protoss, Terran, and Zerg races, overhauled and re-imagined with Blizzard's signature approach to game balance. Each race will be further distinguished from the others, with several new units and new gameplay mechanics, as well as new abilities for some of the classic StarCraft units that will be making a reappearance in the game. StarCraft II will also feature a custom 3D-graphics engine with realistic physics and the ability to render several large, highly detailed units and massive armies on-screen simultaneously.

"With StarCraft II, we'll be able to do everything we wanted to do with the original StarCraft and more," stated Mike Morhaime, president and cofounder of Blizzard Entertainment. "We recognize that expectations are high following the long-running popularity of the original game, but we plan to meet those expectations and deliver an engaging, action-packed, competitive experience that StarCraft players and strategy gamers worldwide will enjoy."

StarCraft II will include a unique single-player campaign, as well as fast-paced online play through an upgraded version of Blizzard's renowned online gaming service, Battle.net®. In addition, the game will come with a powerful, full-featured map editor that will put the same tools used by Blizzard's designers into the hands of players.

Blizzard is developing StarCraft II for simultaneous release on the Windows® and Macintosh® PC platforms. Further information about the game, including details on the single-player, multiplayer, and map-editor features, as well as system requirements, pricing, and availability, will be announced in the months ahead. To learn more about StarCraft II, please visit the official website at www.starcraft2.com.

About the StarCraft Series
Since its debut in 1998, the original StarCraft has won unprecedented critical acclaim and has remained a staple of tournament gaming worldwide. The game's expansion set, StarCraft: Brood War, also released in 1998, is still considered by many to be one of the best add-on products ever created. To date, the series has sold more than 9.5 million copies worldwide. StarCraft's gritty sci-fi universe has also spawned numerous complementary products, including several novels and action figures, as well as a pen-and-paper role-playing game.

About Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
Best known for blockbuster hits including World of Warcraft® and the Warcraft®, StarCraft®, and Diablo® series, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Vivendi Games, is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software renowned for creating some of the industry's most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard's track record includes ten #1-selling games and multiple Game of the Year awards. The company's online-gaming service, Battle.net, is one of the largest in the world, with millions of active users. In South Korea, Blizzard is regarded as having played a major role in bringing about the birth of professional gamers and game broadcasting. Furthermore, its games are acknowledged as one of the key drivers behind the popularization of South Korea's PC game room business.

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StarCraft II Unveiled!

[source: Blizzard news]

We're pleased to announce our latest project: StarCraft II! The epic interplanetary battle between the Protoss, Terran, and Zerg will take on new dimensions in this sequel to the classic real-time strategy original. With new units and functionality for each race, upgrades to several familiar units, and a powerful 3D engine that supports explosive fast-paced combat between massive armies, StarCraft II will be the ultimate competitive real-time strategy game.

Highlights of StarCraft II include:

* Tightly balanced competitive real-time strategy gameplay that recaptures and improves on the magic of the original game
* New units and gameplay mechanics that further distinguish the Protoss, Terran, and Zerg races
* An all-new 3D engine that supports fast-paced play with realistic physics, massive units, and massive army sizes
* A groundbreaking single-player campaign that continues the epic StarCraft story
* A powerful map editor that puts the tools used by the game's designers into the hands of players

We'll be revealing much more information about our plans for StarCraft II in the months ahead, so please stay tuned to www.starcraft2.com for the latest updates. In the meantime, you can check out the announcement press release here for further details.

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