FaZe Clan star Brian ‘Rug’ Awadis has revealed his very own merchandise collaboration with Nickelodeon, as the social media star centers his latest drop around the brand's iconic Rugrats property!
When it comes to merch collabs in the gaming space, FaZe Clan is often pushing the envelope on what’s possible. Whether it’s high-profile partnerships with the NFL, Nascar, or even DC, to unique offerings with renowned artists like Takashi Murakami, there’s always something for fans to be excited about. Now, FaZe Rug has revealed his very own collaboration is on the way.
FaZe Rug and Nickelodeon are launching ‘The Galavers,’ a limited-time merch drop focusing on Rugrats, Nickelodeon's iconic 90s cartoon.
“Rugrats was a huge part of my childhood, being home with my family watching episode after episode which ultimately played a role in the development of my personal brand. My fans call themselves Rugrats for a reason,” FaZe Rug said of his latest collab to Dexerto.
“We designed this collection to resemble my adventures with the Rugrats as we explore The Galaverse in our own imaginations. A total dream come true for myself and Rugrats fans everywhere.”
The Galaverse mech drop is set to go live on Thursday, December 1 at 12PM PT. Fans will have a limited-time to grab their desired items from the collaboration before stock runs out.
While specifics are yet to be revealed, we do know to expect unique shirts, hoodies, and mousepads at the very least. Though given the scope of most merch collabs in the space these days, it’s safe to expect a few extra goodies along with that initial batch. And it looks like Reptar is also included in the designs of the collab! Prices are also under wraps for the time being, so there’s no indication of what to expect just yet.
We’ll be sure to keep you posted here as further details emerge on the FaZe Rug x Rugrats merch drop.
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With the revival series going strong, Andrew Smith, Senior Vice President, and Publisher of Abrams Children’s Books, has announced a forthcoming, 5-book middle grade novel and graphic novel series in partnership with Paramount Consumer Products and inspired by Nickelodeon’s hit anthology TV horror classic, Are You Afraid of the Dark?.
Published under the Amulet imprint with an announced first printing of 75,000 copies, the first middle grade novel, The Tale of the Gravemother, will be written by critically acclaimed horror author Rin Chupeco and released in hardcover on June 27, 2023.
Horror novelist Danielle Valentine is signed on to write book two in the series, which features original horror stories narrated by an all-new Midnight Society.
Fall 2023 will introduce the first graphic novel, The Witch’s Wings and Other Terrifying Tales, drawing inspiration from Mexican folklore and urban legends and written by bestselling author Tehlor Kay Mejia and illustrated by Justin and Alexis Hernandez, Junyi Wu, and Kaylee Rowena. The middle grade graphic novels will be simultaneously published in both hardcover and paperback upon release. The deal was negotiated for North American rights by Smith and Anne Heltzel, Editorial Director of Entertainment Publishing and Content Development for Children’s Books. Heltzel will edit the middle grade novels and licensing editor Diegs Lopez will edit the graphic novel series. Each of the three graphic novel stories is illustrated by a separate but complementary artist.
Like the TV series, the novels and graphic novels feature a story-within-a-story format. In the novels, for example, an original horror story is told by a member of the Midnight Society, whose contemporary story is interspersed throughout and influences the main horror tale.
Two more novels and a graphic novel will alternate in subsequent seasons.
One of Nickelodeon’s most iconic series from the ‘90s, the original Are You Afraid of the Dark? delivered riveting stories of horror to young audiences, all from a kid’s perspective. In 2019, Are You Afraid of the Dark? saw a revival on Nickelodeon, which aired with an all-new Midnight Society telling scary stories to the next generation of horror enthusiasts. The show recently debuted its third installment, Are You Afraid of The Dark?: Ghost Island, which premiered on July 30, 2022.
The Tale of the Gravemother marks the launch of the publishing program. The original novel is set in Solitude, a fictional town known for its local spook, a 19th century woman responsible for the disappearance of several children. Everyone knows better than to trespass on her property. But when construction disturbs the grounds and rumors of a mysterious, jawless woman begin to circulate, 14-year-old Rhett must figure out how to put the ghost to rest before a new reign of terror is unleashed…starting with his sister as the latest victim.
Arriving one season later, the graphic novel The Witch’s Wings and Other Terrifying Tales features haunted buses, monstrous creatures, and spine-chilling mysteries. In order to join the Midnight Society, a new storyteller must share three interconnected stories—”The Tale of the Witch’s Wings”, “The Tale of the Haunting of Bus #13”, and “The Tale of the Stray Comet”—to prove she has the horror goods. The segments will be brought to life with distinct, eerie art styles from four different illustrators.
“We are thrilled—and chilled—to be partnering with Paramount on a creative publishing program that extends the fan-favorite franchise with all-new original tales that will engage both existing fans and new readers alike,” Smith told Bloody Disgusting, who first reported the news. “We’re honored to be working with such amazingly talented creators—fans themselves—to bring these terrifying new stories to life!”
“For the last three to five years, horror has found a broad audience across all media, and there’s strong demand for horror at a younger age range,” Anne Heltzel, editorial director of entertainment publishing and content development for children’s books at Abrams, told Publisher's Weekly, who noted that she and several colleagues are horror fans themselves.
In addition to a strong horror background, Abrams looked for authors with experience writing for teens, since the property is likely to appeal to readers older than the core middle grade crowd. That includes some adults. “There’s a lot of loyalty from the original fans, and parents are very enthusiastic about it,” Heltzel said. “I think it will probably appeal to nostalgic fans as well.”
The original Are You Afraid of the Dark? is owned by WildBrain and was created by D.J. MacHale and Ned Kandel.
Are You Afraid of the Dark? is no stranger to the book world, with a series of titles inspired by the show being released in the mid-'90s.
The original Are You Afraid of the Dark? series as well as "The Carnival of Doom" (2019) and "Curse of the Shadows" (2021) are available to scream stream on Paramount+. Try it FREE at ParamountPlus.com.
PARAMOUNT+ ANNOUNCES TRAVEL DOCUMENTARY SERIES “SAMPLED,” TO PREMIERE TUESDAY, DEC. 13
Produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and 3 Ball Productions,
the New Series Features the Exploration of International Cities by Touring Musicians Arlo Parks, Bas, GoldLink, Marc Rebillet, NGHTMRE and Tinashe
Nov. 29, 2022 – Paramount+ today announced the travel documentary series SAMPLED will premiere Tuesday, Dec. 13 in the U.S. and Canada, with all six episodes available to stream exclusively on the service. The series will also be available in Latin America and the U.K. on Wednesday, Dec. 14, Australia on Thursday, Dec. 22, and Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, France and South Korea in 2023.
Featuring artists Arlo Parks, Bas, GoldLink, Marc Rebillet, NGHTMRE and Tinashe, SAMPLED presents a visceral exploration of international cities from the viewpoint of traveling musicians on world tours, exploring Berlin, Monterrey, Amsterdam, London, Medellin and Tokyo. Exclusive, raw and unfiltered sides to these cities will be seen through the eyes of the musicians, as they are guided by local artisans, creatives and experts.
Official loglines for SAMPLED:
“Anarchy in the U.K.” – Marc “Loop Daddy” Rebillet storms London with DJ and BBC host Carly Wilford. Champagne flows as they channel the rebellious energy that fuels this city as it re-emerges from years of lockdowns and political turmoil.
“Amsterdammed” – Tinashe kicks off her European tour in Amsterdam, where she links up with local DJ and producer Cesqeaux. Together they explore the wild diversity and eclectic culture of his hometown, avoiding the stereotypical spots for a more real, raw experience.
“Tokyo Calling” – Amidst her first international headline tour, Arlo Parks finds herself in the deep cultural waters of Tokyo. Guided by local DJ Sarasa, she’s immersed in the blend of old and new that makes the city such a beautiful enigma.
“Mi Gente” – Bas and the “Dreamville” crew stop for a long layover in Medellin, where prolific singer-songwriter Vince “Vibarco” Jimenez takes them on a deeply personal ride through the vibrant and colorful culture that has flourished in the post-narco era.
“El Corrido de Monterrey” – EDM prodigy NGHTMRE meets up with long-time friend and fellow DJ, Americo Garcia, aka Boombox Cartel, in his hometown Monterrey. Together they set out on a taco-fueled 48 hours in one of Mexico’s most underrated cities.
“Born to Die in Berlin” – Rapper GoldLink heads to Berlin for his first show in two years. Local journalist and creative Cloudy Zakrocki shows him an unexpected side to the city as they explore its culture of transformation.
SAMPLED is executive produced by Bruce Gillmer and Amanda Culkowski for MTV Entertainment Studios and Ross Weintraub, Jeff Altrock, Reinout Oerlemans, David Casey, Matt Marenyi and Tyler Marenyi for 3BMG’s 3 Ball Productions.
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Grab the popcorn and tune into Nick@Nite every Sunday evening from 9:30 p.m. (ET/PT) for Family Movie Night! This month, catch: Sonic The Hedgehog, The LEGO NINJAGO Movie, and The Croods: A New Age!
Stream all your favorite Nickelodeon shows old and new on Paramount+. Try it FREE at ParamountPlus.com!
Did you know that Katara wasn't always Katara? Back in the original unaired Avatar: The Last Airbender pilot episode, Kartara was actually named Kya. The name Kya would ultimately go to Katara's mom. But before they landed on Katara, she was almost named Kanna. Of course, that would end up being the name of Katara's grandmother. But isn't it crazy that Katara had so many names? You can watch the unaired Avatar: The Last Airbender pilot here!
Did you know that Katara... | Avatar #Shorts | Avatar: The Last Airbender
Did you know that Katara's original name in Avatar: The Last Airbender was going to be Kya? While it took a couple more tries to land on Katara, the creators honored the previous names throughout both Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra!
