Nerd Block Partners with Comic Book Icon Stan Lee for New Limited Edition Fan Blocks

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TORONTO, Nov. 14, 2016 /CNW/ - Leading subscription box company Nerd Block, together with Stan Lee, a longtime legend and icon in the comic book industry and beyond, today announced the launch of a limited-edition Stan Lee Block. This unique one-time box includes limited issue collectibles, utility items and an exclusive T-shirt, specially made for this block. The customized Stan Lee box will give fans a chance to celebrate the man, the myth and the legend.

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"Stan Lee is a world-renowned icon in both the the comic book and superhero genres," says Russ Montague, CEO of Nerd Block. "In collaboration with various artists, his creation of such iconic figures such as Spiderman, The Hulk, X-Men and more make this particular block a much-coveted, must-have item for any fan of the popular Marvel franchise."

The Stan Lee Limited Edition Block will include 10 officially-licensed items that are exclusive to Nerd Block subscribers. This unique block heralds the start of what is planned to be many future collaborations between Stan Lee and Nerd Block.

"Yes, I can freely admit, I am a nerd!" says Ken Stetter, President and Founder of By George!, Nerd Block's manufacturing partner. "It's hard to use the word 'work' when talking about collaborating with living-legend Stan Lee and geek and pop culture leader, Nerd Block. This opportunity is a dream come true. Excelsior!".

The Stan Lee Block will be shipped within the first two weeks of January 2017, and will feature 10 exclusive items that are only available to Nerd Block subscribers. The items will have a personalized touch pertaining to Stan Lee, and feature items that have been personally curated by the comic book legend. The Stan Lee Limited Edition block is a showcase to commemorate the vision, creativity and legend of Stan Lee, along with his contributions to the comic book and entertainment industry as a whole. Fans interested in picking up the highly-limited Stan Lee box are encouraged to visit https://www.nerdblock.com/stan-lee to find out more, and to sign up to be the first people notified once orders open

About Nerd Block
Nerd Block is the world's first premium subscription box dedicated specifically to nerds. Sending subscribers an exclusive ShirtPunch T-shirt, plus 4-6 toys and collectibles every month, Nerd Block has amassed an incredible subscriber base worldwide. Nerd Block has eight different genre-focused blocks from which to subscribe, including Nerd Block Classic, Nerd Block Junior Boys, Nerd Block Junior Girls, Horror Block, Arcade Block, Comic Block, Sci-Fi Block, and the newly launched Shirt Block. Nerd Block has quickly emerged as a prominent player in the global toy industry. For more information, visit www.nerdblock.com.

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Image with caption: "Nerd Block partners with comic book icon with the launch of a limited-edition Stan Lee Block. The Stan Lee Limited Edition Block will include 10 officially-licensed items that are exclusive to Nerd Block subscribers. The Stan Lee Block will be shipped within the first two weeks of January 2017. For more information and to order, please visit https://www.nerdblock.com/stan-lee (CNW Group/Nerd Block)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20161114_C4389_PHOTO_EN_817323.jpg

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