• Kevin dropped a few hints as to the exciting Clerks II line of inaction figures, which we’ve been waiting to hear hints of since it was advertised on the back of the awesome Chasing Amy inaction set (these things really do just get cooler and cooler with each set). No release date has yet been decided, but it certainly seems like a couple of the designs HAVE.

First up, before the entire set shows up, Kevin’s announced a STASH EXCLUSIVE Kevin, seen in the photo here. This will be available mid-December, just in time for Christmas!

Kevin also informs us that the Randal figure will have the shirt that was seen in the flick (yes, you know what it says). Jay’s figure will be, well, the “tuck”.

Other theories: Will Elias get a much-deserved inaction figure? Will he have on his Mooby’s horn hat? Hope so. What will Dante look like? Becky in the tank top? Emma with her cake (or wedding invitation) perhaps? Silent Bob in pig tails? A special edition “sexy stud” figure perhaps? With the announcements, it’s already bound to be the most controversial set of inactions that View Askew has ever done. The possibilities are really endless. We’ll keep you posted (and maybe even speculate a bit more).

You can visit the board thread to discuss this as well.

• As if you didn’t need yet ANOTHER reason to see Clerks II, if you see the film and bring your ticket stub into Stash East (Red Bank, NJ) we’ll hook you up with a free View Askew T-Shirt! How cool is that? The official word from Ming:

And hey, just look how happy Chris’s Dad looks in HIS Clerks II shirt, fresh from the Stash! (Note: Free t-shirt is not a Clerks II shirt, just a shirt from the inventory).

• If you’re anything like us, you dig showing off the latest View Askew merch at home, at work, on the road, etc. So, the latest batch of Clerks 2 swag should make you happy. We’ve got stuff that’s practical pretty much anywhere you go, lets the world know you’re a fan, and also puts you way ahead of the curve, showing you love for a flick that hasn’t even hit theaters yet. Here’s a rundown of the good stuff you can now order from our very own Secret Stash:

With prices like this, you can afford to stock up for you and your friends! Think Vulgarthon, think stocking stuffers (never hurts to start early)! All available now for immediate order and shipment, or in person at the Stash East and West!

• Attention collectors, variant lovers and inaction figure fans! We’ve got one that YOU don’t have yet — And it’s just a mouse click away. These Exclusive Inaction Figures feature the familiar Kevin Smith Inaction Figure sculpt with the View Askew Productions logo on the front and the word ‘LUNCHBOX’ emblazoned on a red, white and green jersey. The packaging proudly explains that this is indeed a Secret Stash Online Exclusive. That’s right, no need to attend a convention to get one — And as always, we have a limited supply. So we suggest you order one NOW before you regret it. As an online exclusive, this could become our rarest and fastest selling variant yet.

The figures are SHIPPING NOW and signed personally by Kevin Smith himself. $15.00. Order yours NOW!

• One of the most oft-asked questions we see here at News Askew is “When will the next wave of inaction figures come ’round?” These things just look so cool on the shelf, and with each passing set, the world just expands and becomes more colorful and detailed. So we can’t blame you for asking. We’re now pleased to announce that we do have an official date for the next wave, Chasing Amy: June 2006. This wave will include Banky Edwards, Holden McNeil, Alyssa Jones, Hooper X and the Tracer Guy. A possible (and first in this series) playset may also be included in this set. No details or official photos of that playset, though rumor has been that it would be the Marina Diner where Jay & Bob meet Holden in the film. We’re going to see what dirt we can dig up on that one for you. In the meantime, clear some room on those shelves, and we’ll let you know when the set’s ready for your preorders.

• The swag just continues to get cooler and cooler, and the first three official Clerks 2 items are no exception — As always, this apparel is made from the finest materials and will have you looking cooler than all of your pals. Promise.

RANDAL’S ‘RANGER DANGER’ T-SHIRT

Featuring a screenprinted image of a rumored upcoming Kevin Smith movie. As seen in Clerks 2 and as worn by Randal in the movie.

RANDAL’S ‘LEONARDO REAPERS’ HAT

Show your spirit for the New Jersey based hockey team that always manages to murder their opponent. The Leonardo Reapers hat is fully adjustable and features the Reapers logo prominently on the front and the words, “Stick it between the pipes’ on the back. As worn by Randal in “Clerks 2: The Passion of the Clerks.”

JAY’S ‘GOT CHRIST?’ TANK TOP

As seen in ‘Clerks 2: The Passion of the Clerks’ and as worn by Jay in the movie, this white tank top features a familiar smiling Christ image along with the words, “Got Christ?” A simple question with an simple answer.

THE T-SHIRT VERSION

All items NOW AVAILABLE from the Stash. Yes, you can order them and we’ll ship them to you in plenty of time for the holidays. Get some early shopping done now. Look no further than the Stash for the ultimate gifts for the View Askew fan in your life.

• Here’s a great deal for all of you on the West Coast. Jay & Silent Bob’s Secret Stash is having a special blow-out sale on Marvel Comics character t-shirts. The shirts are on sale for $9.95 each or 3 for $24.95! These cool shirts usually retail for around $18 each. This is an in-store offer only and supplies are limited. Get there before they are all gone!

And speaking of the Stash, check out the two newest in-store videos from the genius mind of Mattt Potter by clicking the pictures below…

• We’re very pleased to bring you one of our favorite items in the View Askew collection, in a new model — The View Askew Ultimate DVD Collector’s Case! Designed by Paul Champage (www.designpaulchampage.com) The Ultimate View Askew Collection DVD Collector’s case is designed to store the 4 DVD’s which were previously scattered about on your DVD shelf.

This box will fit the following DVD’s to perfection:

These Collector’s Cases are made silver anodized aluminum and brushed silver ABS and are sturdy!

This case features a full-color design and is laser engraved in full color using the latest digital laser color imaging system.

Please note, there are NO MOVIES INCLUDED. Just the case. The case is NOT cardboard, it’s incredibly durable and will make the perfect companion to the first Jersey Trilogy Colletor’s Box. Get your orders in today!

• Thanks to the incredible generosity of the fans and of Kevin Smith, a donation of $67,650 has been made to the Red Cross to aid in relief efforts from Hurricane Katrina. Here’s the rundown:

Kevin matched the total of the auctions with a very generous donation out of his own pocket. Thanks, all, for making this auction a smashing success.

• Just in time for today’s huuuuge event at Stash West (webcams are active HERE), the once extinct Mallrats book has been resurrected and is not only being purchased in droves there, but can now be purchased by YOU via our very own Stash website. This book has been reprinted and enhanced with the COMPLETE MALLRATS SCRIPT — Making it better than ever! For the first time in over TEN YEARS, $14.99 buys you this beautiful collector’s item. 96 pages of full color goodness. Get one before they’re extinct AGAIN!