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Comic Book Mug Rugs

Arc Reactor Coasters Let You Drink Like Tony Stark

— November 21, 2013 — Lifestyle
Just because you don't have Tony Stark's wit, money, charisma, women, talent or overall awesomeness doesn't mean you can't own a set of Arc Reactor Coasters.

That's right, Iron Man's infamous power source has been turned into a set of coasters by the good people over at ThinkGeek. This officially licensed Marvel mug rug glows just like the real deal but will unfortunately not be able to keep sharpnel from your heart.

The Arc Reactor Coasters are made of aluminum and plastic and run on batteries. They have built-in LED lights and a power switch with an automatic shut-off function designed to conserve battery life. Even if you aren't the biggest fan of Iron Man, there's no denying the awesomeness of these glow in the dark coasters. They are available now for $29.99 and come in a set of four.
Trend Themes
1. Glow-in-the-dark Products - Create more household products that glow in the dark, like these Arc Reactor Coasters, to add a fun and unique element to everyday items.
2. Licensed Merchandise - Explore the opportunity to create licensed merchandise for popular franchises, such as Marvel, that resonate with fans and create additional revenue streams.
3. Battery-operated Products - Develop innovative battery-operated products with built-in LED lights and automatic shut-off functions to provide convenience and energy-saving features.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - The home decor industry can tap into the trend of glow-in-the-dark products by creating unique and eye-catching items that add a touch of excitement to living spaces.
2. Entertainment Merchandise - The entertainment merchandise industry can take advantage of the demand for licensed products by collaborating with popular franchises to create exclusive and collectible items for fans.
3. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics companies have the opportunity to integrate battery-operated products with LED lights and automatic shut-off functions, offering practical and energy-efficient solutions for everyday use.
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