HERO: 108 OFFICIAL BLOG

Happy Halloween!

2009-10-29T11:54:00.000-07:00

Here's some spooky production artwork to get you in the Halloween spirit. Scary! Have a Happy Halloween!!

- The Hero: 108 Team

Trick or Treat

2009-10-28T15:32:00.000-07:00

Mystique Sonia in a stunning new look - BURNT! Are you ready for Halloween??

- The Hero: 108 Team

Quote of the Day!

2009-10-26T13:59:00.000-07:00

"Sweet Banana Pudding!"- ApeTrully

Learn more inexplicable exclamations at http://www.hero108.tv!

- The Hero: 108 Team

Hero Fact #3!

2009-10-19T15:31:00.000-07:00

Hero #075Turtle Cannon!

Did you know??? Underwater, turtles can pull their legs into their shells and use their tails as propellers! Learn more about Turtle Cannons and all the heroes at http://www.hero108.tv!

- The Hero: 108 Team

Photo of the Day!

2009-10-18T09:45:00.000-07:00

Hero Fact #2!

2009-10-17T13:57:00.000-07:00

Hero #001ApeTrully!

Did you know??? ApeTrully is actually the 33rd Monkey King in disguise!! That explains a lot! ;) Learn more about ApeTrully and all the heroes at http://www.hero108.tv/characters/apetrully!

- The Hero: 108 Team

Photo of the Day!

2009-10-16T10:28:00.000-07:00

Hero Fact #1!

2009-10-14T11:47:00.000-07:00

Hero #088Jumpy Ghostface!

Did you know??? Jumpy Ghostface has a real soft spot in his heart for butterflies! You wouldn't know it with that face... Learn more about Jumpy Ghostface and all the heroes at http://www.hero108.tv!

- The Hero: 108 Team

London Licensing Show

2009-10-13T11:09:00.000-07:00

Joining the big boys...London Licensing Show!Visit: http://www.brandlicensing.eu/

Sonia joins the big boys... Check it out!! Our amazing Mystique Sonia stepped out recently with Cartoon Network celebs Johnny Bravo and Ben 10’s Humungousaur at the Cartoon Network Europe booth during the Brand Licensing Show in London.

- The Hero: 108 Team

This is Hero: 108!

2009-10-02T11:44:00.000-07:00

Hero: 108 Sneak Peek!

www.youtube.com/hero108tv

Fresh video! Featuring a rare glimpse and interview with Hero: 108's Animation Director Trevor Wall... brought straight to Youtube from the Hidden Kingdom! What's better than a brand new cartoon series coming to Cartoon Network?... Nothing, really. ;)

- The Hero: 108 Team

Thanks Toon Zone!

2009-10-01T15:29:00.000-07:00

Toon Zone Blog: Future Spotlight
Visit: http://blog.toonzone.net

Super thanks to our fans at Toon Zone for keeping tabs on us!

- The Hero: 108 Team

Hero Q/A: Trevor Wall

2009-09-21T17:50:00.000-07:00

Hero Q/A: Trevor Wall

Now meet our favorite hero behind the scenes, Trevor Wall. In this interview, Trevor reveals the awesome perks of being Hero: 108's animation director, and why drawing is really hard.

Define the word "hero" in your own words?

A hero to me is someone who lives their life with the intention to do good for others. People who don't think twice about lending a hand or helping. Someone who has the courage to face challenges in their life, everyday, regardless of the outcome.

Any cool perks to being Hero: 108's animation director?

Meeting and working with talented artists around the world. I got a chance to work with artists in Taiwan, China, Korea, The Philippines, Italy and Ireland. It was truly a global production. A special perk for me was being able to get to know the Chinese culture a little more. Working with the designers in Taiwan also taught me a new sensibility of a unique style.

How is Hero: 108 different from other animated series you have worked on?

A lot of the time projects are handed to you with a style that is derivative of something else. Hero 108 is a unique style in the terms of design and storytelling. We went with a way that since the series takes place in a magical kingdom, not everything had to be logical. We never tried to over explain everything to kids, we let the action and visuals tell our stories focusing on what will keep kids interested and not want to change the channel. The mutual respect among the artists and the
respect we showed for our characters in the series is what drove this project.

Hero: 108 has a unique hard-edged artistic drawing style, but you make it look easy. Was it always easy for you?

Nothing is easy especially drawing. Since this series had a special style, I did find myself being challenged at times. A type of struggle that every artist working on a fresh/new series goes through. Luckily we have such a crack team of designers in Taiwan that provided us with so much useful information on the style of the show. They put so much hard work into this series that it did make it a lot easier for all of us.

If you had to bring peace between humans and animals, who would be in your First Squad?

My son Jack for his abstract humor. He comes up with ideas that only a child with boundless imagination would come up with. And my other son Logan for peacemaking abilities. My boys inspire me everyday. They are truly my heroes.

Thanks, Trevor! To see more of Trevor's amazing artwork skills, visit his website at http://www.trevorwalldesigns.com/. If you want to learn how to draw like Trevor, then you are in luck... stay tuned for top secret sketching tips!

- The Hero: 108 Team

Gamania Sneak Peek

2009-09-14T13:34:00.001-07:00

Behind the Scenes at Gamania
For more: http://www.flickr.com/hero108official

We promised a big behind and here it is!... there's a lot going on behind the scenes at the Hero: 108 HQ aka Gamania Digital Entertainment. Here's a taste of some of the craziness that is happening around the office, including sneak peeks of brand new toys and games!!!

- The Hero: 108 Team

Hero Q/A: Sanvy Hsieh

2009-09-11T17:29:00.000-07:00

Hero Q/A: Sanvy Hsieh

Our next hero and all around queen of cool, Sanvy Hsieh, allowed us a sneak peek inside her offices as director of Gamania Digital Entertainment. Gamania not only co-produced Hero: 108 the animated series, but are developing an MMOG game as we type. Check out her answers to questions only a cartoon warrior would ask.

Who is your favorite hero in the Hero: 108 saga?

Lin Chung.

Any heroic super powers you wish you had?

Lin Chung's panther eye.

What is your favorite part about the upcoming MMOG game?

I can really team up with other players as first squad.

Sonia often feeds First Squad by growing magic buns. What would she feed to the Gamania team?

Her super lovely and vigorous fun.

In Hero: 108, each animal kingdom is ruled by an animal King or Queen. Which animal kingdom would you want to be the queen of?

Can I choose the Big Green? I just love turtles.

Thanks, Sanvy! Visit Sanvy and her amazing team at http://gamania.com/... But wait- there's more! If you like behinds and top secret stuff, stay tuned for a behind the scenes look of Gamania!

- The Hero: 108 Team

Greeting Cards

2009-09-03T16:58:00.000-07:00

MashON x Hero: 108 Ecard Creator
Visit: http://mashon.com/hero108/ecard

MashON and Hero: 108 have teamed up to bring you Hero: 108 ecards! It’s time to battle! The action can be set in a variety of locations throughout the Hidden Kingdom. Select your characters, choose the location, bring the characters to life with your words, and share the battle with your friends...

- The Hero: 108 Team

Hero Q/A: Bill Schultz

2009-08-19T10:11:00.000-07:00

Hero Q/A: Bill Schultz
With Hero: 108 bringing a whole new season of awesomeness to Cartoon Network in January, we just can't keep our mouths shut. We sat down with our number one hero Bill Schultz, Hero: 108 Producer and Kabillion Ceo, who defined the cool of Hero: 108 in his own words.

Tell me a little about where the concept of Hero: 108 came from.

Pheonix and Pongo, who were hired by Albert Liu, Head of Gamania, wanted to get into creating some interesting IP that could be turned into games. So this animation team housed ata Gamania created this concept which was inspired by Phoenix’s love of the Water Margin Stories. Gamania hired Rita Street, former editor of Animation Magazine, who brought it to me and everyone here at Moonscoop fell in love! So did the folks at Cartoon Network, International – Finn Arneson, Daniel Lennard and Suzanne Berman – the rest is history!

What is your favorite episode from the first season?

I Love them all – but ep number 5 ["Parrot Castle"] – is my favorite!

What age range do you find Hero: 108 fans to be in?

From 5-35 --- it is a multi layered property. The creative integrity is substantial. So different fans will love it for different reasons. The humor is very silly, yet sophisticated. You need to be smart to appreciate its real charm – but simpler minds will just take it for the action and fun!

What do you think this generation's takeaway is going to be from Hero: 108? Any cool catch phrases?

Fear my Eyeballs!

Got a favorite hero of all time?

Batman and Superman! (but I do love Lin Chung – he is a lover not a fighter – but he can kick some @$$!!!!!

Thanks, Bill! You rock! Keep up with Bill Schultz on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/kabillionaire.

- The Hero: 108 Team

Toonbarn Sneak Peek

2009-08-18T09:47:00.000-07:00

Toonbarn: Toon lovers and headlines
Visit: http://toonbarn.com/2009/08/hero-108-sneak-peek/

Check out this rad sneek peak of Hero: 108 at Toonbarn's website! Thanks, Toonbarn!

- The Hero: 108 Team

Welcome!

2009-08-14T11:38:00.000-07:00

Hero: 108 YouTube Channel

www.youtube.com/hero108tv

Welcome to the official Hero: 108 production blog! If you have never heard of Hero: 108 before, check out the website for information about the show, characters, and sneak peeks. Hero: 108 begins airing on Cartoon Network in January and we are crazy excited. Enjoy our brand new trailer, hitting up comic and anime conventions all over this side of the hemisphere... and watch the Hero: 108 YouTube channel for more heroic goodness to come.

- The Hero: 108 Team