WizKids has released a list of the distributors that have agreed to handle preorders for the products being released between the announcement of its new exclusive distribution deal with Diamond/Alliance (see 'WizKids Goes Exclusive') and the first product that will be sold only through those companies. Nine of the 14 distributors being terminated, including ACD, which had previously indicated that it had canceled its purchase orders (see 'WizKids Distributor Reactions'), will carry the transition products.
In addition to the three products previously announced (HorrorClix: The Lab Expansion Packs, DC HeroClix Origins, and Pirates of the Frozen North), the AvP Alien Queen, which streets February 21st, will also be available through this list of distributors.
The terminated distributors that will service WizKids preorders on these products are:
ACD
GTS Distribution
Hamps Supply
Lion Rampant Imports
Magazine Exchange
Southern Hobby Supply
Sports Images
Talkin' Sports
Universal Distribution