For those who don’t have the time or skill to make their own Assassin’s Creed Hidden Blade replica from scratch, prop maker NECA has finally made one that you can purchase.
Made from PVC and ABS plastic rather than hardened steel, the replica maintains a lethal look and will probably still scare the crap out of your parents at the dinner table when you forgo the use of the butter knife in favor of it.
The style of the blade is modeled after Ezio’s rather Altair’s and it stays firmly attached to your wrist with velcro straps. It’s the perfect addition to any Assassin’s Creed-Inspired Halloween costume.
If you’re interested in getting your very own Assassin’s Creed Hidden Blade replica, they’re available to pre-order exclusively at Gamestop locations and will ship with the video game Assassin’s Creed 3 on October 30, 2012.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Assassin-style Toys
- The creation of Assassin's Creed-inspired toys has opened the door for niche customization opportunities.
- Replica Collectibles
- Replica weapons and other collectibles provides a new avenue for fandom-driven creativity.
- Authenticity in Toys
- Increased authenticity and attention to detail in toys provides new opportunities in the marketplace.
Where This Applies
- Toy Manufacturing
- Toy manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for highly-detailed, authentic-looking toys.
- Video Game Retail
- Retailers of video games and hardware can expand their market by offering specialized collectibles.
- Prop Production
- Prop production companies can tap into the demand for accurate and visually striking replicas of popular media.
