Dario Moccia, a prominent Italian streamer, has once again captivated audiences with his latest venture: the Monsters! trading card collection, created in collaboration with Panini. Launched on October 15, 2023, this collection boasts 198 unique cards, each adorned with full-art illustrations by over 40 talented artists. But Monsters! is more than just a card collection; it's an exploration of legendary creatures from around the world.
What is Monsters!?
Monsters! is an exciting journey through a myriad of legendary creatures. The variety of monsters represented is truly remarkable. From dragons and mermaids to Norse entities and figures from African legends, each card tells the story of a unique being.
The appeal of Monsters! lies in its exploration of the monsters themselves. Each card contains fascinating details about creatures from various cultures. Every Monsters! pack contains 8 cards, including 7 common cards and 1 rare, which is always holographic.
A special aspect of Monsters! is the existence of "Parallel" versions of the cards. These alternate versions feature special holograms that make them even more desirable.
For dedicated enthusiasts, there's the Monsters! Starter Pack. This bundle includes a Collector's Album, an Official Guide, and a Monsters! trading card pack. The Collector's Album allows you to keep track of your cards, while the Official Guide provides information about the monsters, legends, and cultures they come from. The guide features details on rare cards, information on common cards, and insights into the mythologies and legends that inspired them.
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Where to Purchase Monsters!
Monsters! by Dario Moccia is an engaging work that combines a love for collecting with an appreciation for the cultural and legendary diversity of our world.
Disney Anthology: A New Collection
Following the Monsters! card collection, Disney Anthology is a set of cards that trace the history of The Walt Disney Company. The most famous and beloved characters and animated films from Disney are celebrated through this new initiative. It is important to note that the collection focuses on characters from Disney animated shorts.
Disney Anthology: Details and Opinions
Disney Anthology is curated by Dario Moccia and Claudio Sciarrone.
The product is seen as a visual delight for Disney animated shorts enthusiasts. However, the price of the box is a barrier for some collectors.
There is hope for an art book featuring all the illustrations and sketches from the artists involved.
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Disney Anthology: Box Details and Pricing
Disney Anthology is available for pre-sale on the Panini website.
The box contains less than half of the common cards, one medallion card, and one memorabilia card. Some memorabilia cards feature sketches, while others feature signatures. There is some debate about the value of signed cards versus sketch cards, with some collectors preferring signatures from Disney artists like Casty or Sciarrone.
The price of the Disney Anthology box is considered high compared to the Monsters! box. The Monsters! box was sold for 80€ with 20 figurines, while the Disney Anthology box is priced at 140€.
Due to the high price and random box distribution, some collectors may wait to purchase the common card set on eBay, as they did with Monsters!.
Disney Anthology: Medallion Cards
There are six visible medallion cards: Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, and Pete. Some collectors are concerned about the cost of obtaining a complete collection of medallion cards and other rare cards, as it may require purchasing multiple boxes.
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The Focus of Disney Anthology
Disney Anthology celebrates Disney animation and, in particular, Disney animated shorts from 1928 to 1966, the year of Walt Disney's death. It includes characters from shorts such as "A Night on Bald Mountain" and "Computer Donald."
International Distribution
Disney Anthology is an international product that will be distributed in various countries. The language used in the product is English, and the boxes are expected to be identical across different countries. There are 34,815 boxes produced, each containing four numbered cards. This raises questions about how the unique cards will be managed across the international distribution.
Purchasing Options
The box set is the primary way to purchase the cards. It is recommended to buy three boxes and trade duplicates to complete the base set of 110+50 cards. The base set does not include the seven medallions or all the memorabilia cards.
There is no option to buy individual packs of cards.
Additional Products
A binder/collector may be released in the future, possibly including a few booster packs.
Paperone's Absence
Scrooge McDuck is not featured in the collection.
Other Products
Monsters! sea monsters, gods, spirits, beasts, and demons from trading cards come in all their magnificence in an official art book, a valuable large-format volume, with sketches and work in progress that led to the creation of Dario Moccia's extraordinary collection. A bestiary that celebrates and retraces the work phases by the artists who signed the 198 cards of the collection, with drawings, curiosities, and behind the scenes. Inside, an exclusive Monsters! promo card.
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