Iron Maiden and Marvel Comics have collaborated to create a unique collection of merchandise featuring a wide assortment of apparel and accessories interweaving the universes of both brands. Expect designs to pay tribute to Wolverine, Venom, Thanos, and Deadpool in unique variations of iconic album and single artwork such as Fear of the Dark, The Trooper, and Killers.
Iron Maiden manager Rod Smallwood comments:
“Eddie has long stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the greatest superheroes, and we’re also pretty proud of the worlds we created for his many incarnations—from battlefields to Egyptian tombs to frozen icescapes or futuristic cities. Juxtaposing some of the most recognizable characters in pop art and comic book culture into Planet Maiden has been an ambition of ours for years, and working with Marvel and their unparalleled character-based IP is the perfect fit in this day and age.
“To see such iconic characters alongside Eddie is something our fans have discussed for years, and we think that the twist of placing Venom, Thanos, Thor, or Deadpool in our Maiden worlds will excite fans of both cultures.”
Paul Gitter, SVP, Marvel Licensing, states:
“Marvel is cool and aspirational, and has inspired the greatest artists, musicians, and creators for more than 80 years. This collaboration offers another exciting example of how the Marvel brand continues to push into lifestyle areas, with music being a top priority, and the collection allows fans to pay tribute to our iconic characters, while celebrating the legendary, Iron Maiden.”
The collection is launching in time for the holidays, with exclusive collections through Iron Maiden’s online store, retailer Hot Topic and German e-tailer, EMP.
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