A Paid Advertisement.  The August 21st launch of Vampire: The Requiem (WW25000; ISBN 1-58846-247-1; 304-page hardcover; SRP $34.99) and the World of Darkness Rulebook (WW55000; ISBN 1-58846-476-8; 224-page hardcover; SRP $19.99) are already the subject of anticipation among fans -- anticipation set to turn into sales.  To help retailers maximize sales in their stores, White Wolf is offering three Requiem Launch Packs through major hobby distributors.  These kits provide retailers with everything they need to launch Vampire in their stores, including multiple copies of each book, a freestanding book display, posters, introductory games and much more.  All three kits are solicited for August.

Requiem Launch Pack #1 (WW25901; ISBN 1-58846-588-8; SRP $329.88 ) includes 6 copies of each of Vampire: The Requiem and the World of Darkness Rulebook, one freestanding book display, posters and free demo games.

Requiem Launch Pack #2 (WW25902; ISBN 1-58846-589-6; SRP $659.76 ) includes 12 copies each of the books, one freestanding book display, posters, free demo games, T-shirts and a store-hours sign for your shop.

Requiem Launch Pack #3 (WW25903; ISBN 1-58846-590-X; SRP $1,254.99) includes 24 copies of each of the books, all of the above promotional items, along with special retail sale bags, a set of books autographed by the games' developers, and an exclusive vinyl banner illustrated by world-renowned artist Brom.