ANOVOS issues (ANOVOS ONLY discussion)

[Inquisitor Peregrinus]

Also, keeping things oblique so no one gets in trouble, I have been told more announcements are forthcoming over the next few days, in part regarding other properties.

 

[JOATRASH FX]

Also, keeping things oblique so no one gets in trouble, I have been told more announcements are forthcoming over the next few days, in part regarding other properties.

This is the email I just received from their customer service department. (At leasst they're answering quickly.)

This answer feels very weird. I have emailed again, asking for some more information.

Can they legally take over only 'parts' of Anovos? From their answer, it seems they have information on ALL of Anovos' outstanding orders, including those non-Star Wars.

 

[Pepperbone]

For SW fans > future seasons of The Mandalorian, and upcoming Kenobi, Book Of Bobo Fett, Andor, and on, and on, means a lot of potential business.

BUT ONLY IF they deliver what we're owed + subsequently deliver good quality on a regular basis.

 

[JOATRASH FX]

For SW fans > future seasons of The Mandalorian, and upcoming Kenobi, Book Of Bobo Fett, Andor, and on, and on, means a lot of potential business.

BUT ONLY IF they deliver what we're owed + subsequently deliver good quality on a regular basis.

If Anovos just disappears and 'quietly forgets' all customers of the other items without anyone addressing the issue, NECA might find themselves being accused of shady practices. I can't imagine the number of outstanding Trek orders being insignificant.

Maybe it's a situation of the 'dotted line' not having been signed yet regarding other properties, but the whole thing feels rather fishy.

 

[Jagjaguwar]

Assuming this isn’t some elaborate hoax, this might be the best possible outcome for those who have been waiting for Anovos products for years.

 

[darthjones]

Not excited at all.

 

[Inquisitor Peregrinus]

From what the guy I know said, the news will be good -- just give them time. They're trying to move as quickly on this as they can, but some things are going to take longer than others. NECA didn't buy Anovos out. It's "something different", and that tends to mean complicated.

 

[Pepperbone]

Not excited at all.

Oh come on man!!! At least pretend you are!!!

 

[r2019g]

More research

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2,227 likes, 142 comments - necaofficial on August 18, 2021: "We are thrilled to be joining forces with Rubies and Star Wars to bring you @denuonovo ! With new and amazing high-quality cosplay and prop replicas! Please read for more information and check out the newly launched denuonovo.com...

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Rubies set up an entity in Texas with a mailing address of NY. Rubies II LLC 32080554804

 

[Jagjaguwar]

So, who is going to be the first test dummy (excuse the term) by placing a new order from the newnovos website?

(Never gonna remember the new name, so newnovos it is, for me at least.)

 

[Krieger]

i wouldn't buy a sticker from newnovos until i get my stuff.

 

[JOATRASH FX]

Assuming this isn’t some elaborate hoax, this might be the best possible outcome for those who have been waiting for Anovos products for years.

At the moment, it seems that would apply only to those owed Star Wars product.

Got this additional message:

 

[Synz314]

Both NECA and Rubies have the infrastructure to handle mass scale orders. Anovos never could.

This isn't Anovos hiding under a new shell like Korben FX.

 

[DancerRonin]

Both NECA and Rubies have the infrastructure to handle mass scale orders. Anovos never could.

This isn't Anovos hiding under a new shell like Korben FX.

Though I am pro this forum and others prevent Anovos from being a hermit crab. This debacle needs to haunt them forever.

 

[ManitobaMando]

Im not holding my breath, and do not have any idea to what the quality or accuracy may be on any of this. I just wanted my money back to begin with, now I have to wait longer to see if what I paid for is worth it? No information given on what molds are being used, ect? Yeah. Im dubious.

 

[Krieger]

well we shall see...i agree this is something we should make sure is not forgotten.

meanwhile...those replies from Inquisitor Peregrinus reminded me of this clip - being slightly optimistic here if this is an entirely new company without any of the people from the last one

 

[Java]

"Da-new-o-novo(s)"...seriously?

The pig-latin version might have been better.

 

[cboath]

Just got an email from them obviously they have access to anovos orders if they are working to fulfill them.

Some interesting points is they are not taking new orders other than the last of those 4 runs V2 shore, Royal Guard, Mando, and Flame.

I have received everything I've ordered from Anovos except the Jyn Erso. From the AT-AT driver ensemble to recently the GB legacy pack. They take forever 4+ years in some cases, but the quality is there so if NECA and Rubies carry on the quality and improve on their delivery and communication then I'm all for it.

We are Denuo Novo – and we plan to fulfil outstanding orders of Star Wars replica and high-end collectible products originally ordered from Anovos Productions.​

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As a subsidiary of NECA (the National Entertainment Collectibles Association), one of the leading manufacturers of licensed merchandise, we know collecting.​

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We created Denuo Novo because we are Star Wars fans and we know how exciting it is to find products of the highest quality with an unparalleled attention to detail and accuracy.​

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With that attention to detail, we are focused on fulfilling your prior Anovos Star Wars orders and will be reaching out with additional information regarding your order. Here is our latest news regarding production:​

• We are going back into production on the vast majority of items currently on backorder.​

• You will receive a separate email confirming the items you purchased along with an estimated delivery date.​

• We will provide continuous updates on your order including alerting you to when the item will start production.​

• We hope to restock popular items in the future but at this time our focus is on fulfilling existing orders.​

• We may explore small runs of new product at facilities that are not being used for current orders.​

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You are a valued member of the Star Wars collector community and we look forward to you experiencing Denuo Novo and our future products. When we are ready to share any product news, this is where we will drop the news first.​

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We will be in touch soon.​

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May the Force be with you,​

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Denuo Novo​

Congrats, you must be up there on their list. I haven't seen anything from them yet.

 

[Fett_Ish]

What the actual F? I just screenshotted my unfulfilled orders as before I felt burned, now I feel straight laughed at. I wasn’t angry before. Now I am.

 

[Psab keel]

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but doesn't NECA have a reputation for making overpriced brittle products that break easily? At this point I don't trust any company to be able to deliver on high end licensed Star Wars costumes. That's why I'm all about fan made stuff!