These Transformers Pens are More Than Meets the Eye
Mesel Isaac — June 23, 2014 — Pop Culture
References: sen-ti-nel.co.jp & lostateminor
Created by Sentinel Co., these Transformers pens are worthy of being placed on the desk, or in the shirt pocket of any Transformers fan.
For being only 4-inches tall, these Transformers pens manage to pack in a lot of detail. In addition to the intricate design work, the Transformers are also fully movable, allowing you to place them in whatever action stance you prefer, when you're not writing with them of course. Sentinel Co. is launching three different Transformers pens that you can choose from: Optimus Prime, Nemesis Prime, and a special edition Ultra Magnus.
The Optimus Prime pen will be sold in September, while the other two remaining Transformers pens will be available for sale in October, however they are already taking pre-orders for the Optimus Prime pen at some online Japanese retailers.
For being only 4-inches tall, these Transformers pens manage to pack in a lot of detail. In addition to the intricate design work, the Transformers are also fully movable, allowing you to place them in whatever action stance you prefer, when you're not writing with them of course. Sentinel Co. is launching three different Transformers pens that you can choose from: Optimus Prime, Nemesis Prime, and a special edition Ultra Magnus.
The Optimus Prime pen will be sold in September, while the other two remaining Transformers pens will be available for sale in October, however they are already taking pre-orders for the Optimus Prime pen at some online Japanese retailers.
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3. Merchandising Industry - The merchandising industry can leverage character licensing to create a diverse range of products, including character-themed pens, to cater to dedicated fan bases.
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