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More Than Meets The Eye

Seems like it’s been pretty quiet on the Hellgate: London front, doesn’t it? (Well, besides HanbitSoft’s insane Hellgate party in Korea last month. Check out my pics from that event here.) Well, that usually means one of two things: either there really is nothing going on, or the gears are furiously turning in the background, working towards great, great things. Well, all I can say is that I definitely hate when nothing’s going on.

As you may or may not know, what was once the mecca of all that is videogames, E3, is only a week away. While the grand scope of the Los Angeles Convention Center is now gone, word is that this year’s E3 is the biggest and busiest yet – only now it takes place in a multitude of hotels and other arbitrary buildings. Of course, Hellgate: London will be there in full force, with new levels, a new E3 trailer, and perhaps more... If you’re coming, look for me (that’s Kaiser) or Tyler around the Hellgate: London booth.

Speaking of the trailer, after seeing the final version, I think I felt a small man-tear of joy trickle down my cheek. Brennan did an awesome job of really showing off just how awesome Hellgate: London is going to be. The visuals, the sound, the editing – it’s all brilliant. For those attending E3, prepare to be blown away.

Not going to E3? Well, there’s always China Joy, taking place at the same time as E3. This year, Flagship Studios is sending an army of people to the show, so if you’re in the area, you won’t want to miss it. Plus, that awesome trailer I was just talking about will be unveiled there as well.

In other Hellgate news, some of you have been sending in some truly inspiring art. From Gi Han’s gritty and sometimes comical approach, to Jan Bintakies almost-Mike Mignola look, to Nathan Smith’s super atmospheric Templar portrait, it’s obvious that all of your creative talents and passions will lead you to great places in life. Seriously, folks, we’re left speechless after every piece of art we get. Check all of them out by clicking here.

Last but not least, Hellgate: London has been released – just not in game form. We've been hearing reports that in some areas, Weta’s amazing figures have started to ship. Having seen these things in person, it boggles the mind how much detail can be put into such a thing. If you haven’t ordered a set yet, I’d get to it. You know there are only 1000 of each made, right? Save yourself the trouble of hoping that you’ll find one on eBay for ten times the price, and get them while you can. US citizens should click here, while the rest of the world should click here. Buy them now, thank me later.

Also, Simon & Schuster/Pocket Books have just released the first book in the Hellgate: London novels. Written by the always-incredible Mel Odom, you automatically know that you’ll be getting something of quality. His take on the Hellgate: London universe is really unique, and works in ideas that feel fresh, yet fully in line with what we’re doing in the game. Check out a short excerpt here, and support the Hellgate: London cause!

If you like more pictures with your words, Dark Horse has just put together a Hellgate: London trade paperback that collects all four issues from the mini-series into one convenient format. The positive response from the books was greater than we could have imagined; so much so that many of you can’t seem to even find the original series in stores anymore. Your prayers have all been answered with this book. It’s set to ship in just a few weeks, but you can pre-order it now here.

That’s it for now. Expect much more news sooner rather than later!