Tuesday, March 29, 2016

With Your Help, Mega Man Battle Network OCW Could Come Back In Stock


Right now, Mega Man Battle Network: Official Complete Works isn't exactly affordable. But that could all change with a little help from you! Our friends at UDON Entertainment are curious if you'd be interested in a reprint. The 176-page art book could be headed back to the printer if UDON sees some demand... and that's exactly what we're going to do.

If this is something you'd like to see happen, simply speak up in the comments below. Remember; the keyword is reprint! Please don't expect any additional content. The intent is to get this thing back in print for fans who missed out the first time around without shelling out $200+ big ones.

So have at it! UDON will be watching.
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110 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 29, 2016 at 10:45 PM

    I have a disposable income now, so I'd totally take one at an affordable price.

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  2. UnknownMarch 29, 2016 at 10:49 PM

    While we're at it, I wouldn't mind seeing a reprint of the Mega Man Zero Official Complete Works. It's not quite AS pricey as the BNOCW ($130 vs $250 on Amazon), but it'd still be nice to have.

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  3. Riela MarcellisMarch 29, 2016 at 10:53 PM

    They need to reprint more than the BN artbook, just saying.

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  4. AnonymousMarch 29, 2016 at 10:59 PM

    OF COURSE I'D BE INTERESTED, I'VE LOOKING EVERYWHERE TO BUY MBN:OCW IN A AFFORDABLE PRICE BUT EVERYWHERE I GO IT'S ALWAYS $200+, PLEASE MAKE IT HAPPEN UDON

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  5. AnonymousMarch 29, 2016 at 11:09 PM

    Absolutely, yes PLEASE! This is a book I've been needing for a long time. I'd be jumping for joy if we got a reprint!

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  6. UnknownMarch 29, 2016 at 11:34 PM

    Yes, PLEASE do!

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  7. AnonymousMarch 29, 2016 at 11:52 PM

    Yes. A million times yes.

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  8. MegaSeveNMarch 30, 2016 at 12:09 AM

    I never got my hands on a copy of this one, but I have all the others. So I'd love a chance to get it for an affordable price.

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  9. FernandoMarch 30, 2016 at 12:12 AM

    Of course I would love a REPRINT!

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  10. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 12:31 AM

    GIVE ME A REPRINT

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  11. Prof. 9March 30, 2016 at 12:33 AM

    As someone who had to make do with a dinged-up used copy I'd be happy to get a reprinted copy should they choose to put one out.

    With the Battle Network 15th anniversary and the Star Force 10th anniversary both being this year, perhaps it would be possible to release the two OCWs in a combined form in a similar fashion as the MM25: Classic + X OCW book? They're basically the same series anyway, right?

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    1. ShaolinTurtleMarch 30, 2016 at 9:34 AM

      While I think that Idea is great, I don't think they're the same series, Star Force is often extremely overlooked because of it's similarities to Battle Network and I just don't feel it's right entirely, The series did plenty to rightfully identify as it's own thing, People often fail to see this because they label it a BN game.

      The Tone, Plot, Music, and Setting of Star Force all have a wildly different contrast to Battle Network and While the gameplay is no doubt related, It's also no doubt different from the EXE series, SF put much greater focus on accessibility, freedom in fighting styles and folder building, faster paced battles, and aggressive play, the storyline and writing are taken more seriously within Star Force Character development and growth is more emphasized which gave the SF cast a lot more depth than the BN cast, and IMO more than most characters in the MM franchise, seriously almost every character, outside most Star Force 2 villains has a good amount of depth regardless of what role they play, and they even have hidden depth underneath all the depth you get to see on initial playthroughs.

      Star Force 2 is not worth talking about when it comes to storyline, but it is worth mentioning, mainly because it's very toned down compared to the original MMSF and MMSF3, taking a far more laid back and (extremely)cartoony approach to everything, it even goes as far as simplifying most of the original cast to basic tropes they were aligned with and nothing more, Star Force 3 is also a bit more laid back than the first game, but it still had the same writers as the original and they provided the characters with the depth they had in the first game and even expanded upon it, It's not as dark as the first Star Force but it still was a well-told tale(aside from a few term inconsistencies, and a few things could've been explained a bit more.)

      I think the thing that scares people off most about SF is that you only move upon 3 Panels, and they still think SF is a BN game when it isn't.

      There's a few reasons for this grid layout with main reasons being
      1.) Capcom Wanted to show off the 3D capabilities of the DS.
      2.) Capcom wanted to speed up battles and the new field layout practically made the player and his/her enemies in attacking range of each other basically at all times, and the 5x3 row made them closer to each other than a 6x3 so battles were often a bit hectic and intense.
      3.) Mega Man SF was way stronger than Mega Man.EXE and he needed to be restricted a bit so the game balance could work, I'd go more in depth with this one but for now I'll just suggest SF Mega Man's appearance in MMBN:OSS where playing him basically breaks the game, It's like if you threw X in a classic MM, he'd tear it up with ease.

      If it isn't obvious I actually really enjoyed the Star Force games, tbh more than I did Battle Network(although I enjoy both) If I'm being 100% honest I think Star Force was an improvement to BN in plenty of major areas with an exception being Battle Systems in which both have a different approach and I don't necessarily think one is any better or worse than the other, just depends what you're looking for I guess.

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  12. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 12:42 AM

    Oh my god please. I missed out on this when it was in stock and as of now, the only way I believe I could get one is at Anime Expo in Los Angeles and they're usually like $40....

    So yeah...a reprint would be GREAT. FANTASTIC EVEN!!

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  13. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 12:43 AM

    Oh my god please. I missed out on this when it was in stock and as of now, the only way I believe I could get one is at Anime Expo in Los Angeles and they're usually like $40....

    So yeah...a reprint would be GREAT. FANTASTIC EVEN!!

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  14. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 12:45 AM

    Dear god please, I missed out on this when it was in stock on Amazon and now my only hope of getting it is at Anime Expo for like $40 and that's if they even have it there now!! PLEASE REPRINT.

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  15. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 12:50 AM

    Reprint!! Hell yeah!

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  16. ChariblazeMarch 30, 2016 at 12:54 AM

    Yeah, I'll buy one if there's a reprint.

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  17. AnonymousMarch 30, 2016 at 12:59 AM

    I already have this and the MMSF:OCW, as well as the MMX:OCW-digital poorly scanned usb buster nonsense (which pisses me off cause above all else I prefer digital so I can look at all my artbooks on the fly with one convincing device I would buy the crap out of these books again digitally but I digress), RM25th:OCW and MMZ:OCW.

    But I wouldn't mind a reprint of this or any other book for those that never had them and can't afford them now with their inflated prices.

    And yes before that hater arrives in this comment section this book is well worth having, in terms of digital anime artwork MMBN/SF is KING!

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  18. TeddieMarch 30, 2016 at 1:01 AM

    Yes please?!?!?! BN is my favorite MM series and I NEED THIS BOOK

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  19. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 1:01 AM

    I WANT IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  20. CBagMarch 30, 2016 at 1:03 AM

    Oh my god, yes

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  21. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 1:06 AM

    Love the BN series but not the current price tag on the OCW a reprint would be greatly appreciated.

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  22. hateworkboyMarch 30, 2016 at 2:06 AM

    Absolutely. I've got two copies of the Rockman/RockmanX 25 behind me right now, I'd love to shell out cash for the series that defined my high school gaming experience. I can't tell you how many late nights I spent playing BN with my best friend, fine-tuning decks to beat eachother's strategies.

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  23. HamptonMarch 30, 2016 at 2:13 AM

    Reprint it please! I will buy it as soon as it is released!

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  24. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 2:32 AM

    reprint please thanks Udon

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  25. CloakBassMarch 30, 2016 at 2:45 AM

    I would love to get my hands on a reprint! Would go great next to the Mega Man 25th Anniversary art book :)

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  26. RhysMarch 30, 2016 at 2:50 AM

    totally

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  27. MichaelMarch 30, 2016 at 4:20 AM

    Oh yes I would definitely buy it!

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  28. Njo-Ku EkuMarch 30, 2016 at 4:28 AM

    Yes please! PLEASE!

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  29. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 5:44 AM

    I missed out on them the first time, tho now I'd jump at a chance to get a reprint.

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  30. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 5:45 AM

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  31. AnonymousMarch 30, 2016 at 5:46 AM

    I don't mind this book, but I'd like a reprint of the MegaMan Zero series book FOR SURE!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  32. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 5:46 AM

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  33. AnonymousMarch 30, 2016 at 6:20 AM

    yes please! reprint it!

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  34. Studio OZKaiMarch 30, 2016 at 6:24 AM

    This one and the Star Force OCWs are the only ones I've missed and would like to get for the completionist in me!

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  35. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 7:05 AM

    With the 15th anniversary, now is a great time to reprint the English OCW - it'd be a great seller.

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  36. ENKERMarch 30, 2016 at 8:06 AM

    Yessss! Please! Do it for the fans! :D

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  37. AnonymousMarch 30, 2016 at 8:37 AM

    No, don't do it! Wipe this series' terrible art from the face of the planet!

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  38. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 8:52 AM

    DO IT!! DO IT!!!!

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  39. ShaolinTurtleMarch 30, 2016 at 9:37 AM

    I already have the Star Force OCW but It'd be nice to see them bring back the BN OCW and merge it with the Star Force OCW in the sameway Mega Man and Mega Man X were combined together, It'd also be cool if they could reprint the Zero complete works and combine Mega Man ZX art as well, call it Mega Man Zero + ZX complete works, I guess that's just me though.

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  40. AnonymousMarch 30, 2016 at 9:42 AM

    Yes please!!! I've wanted this book for a long time!

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  41. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 9:59 AM

    A reprint would be great! I've wanted this book for quite some time but it's not too easy to get nowadays. D:

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  42. AnonymousMarch 30, 2016 at 10:13 AM

    Hell yes I would like a reprint. Unfortunately I missed out on the book when it came out, so I'd be more than willing get it now for an affordable price.

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  43. NetOperator WibbyMarch 30, 2016 at 10:18 AM

    I already have the English and Japanese versions, but I would totally buy this again to keep it in plastic.

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  44. IzattMarch 30, 2016 at 10:48 AM

    Yes please.

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  45. MegaTugaMarch 30, 2016 at 11:01 AM

    Of course I wouldn't mind it. THe thing is I only don't get it because I don't order online... not to mention shipping expenses... Europe never gets anything.

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  46. themegamankingdomMarch 30, 2016 at 11:05 AM

    I would love a reprint, I'm still in highschool, so there's no way I will be able to get the Complete Works right now as it is, and by the time I can afford it, the price will shoot up even more...

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  47. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 12:21 PM

    Absolutely interested, and I think I could point out at least one friend who'd agree (but doesn't actively follow this stuff).

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  48. digi148March 30, 2016 at 12:52 PM

    I scanned the art books but haven't released it because I want Udon to do the right thing... please.

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  49. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 1:08 PM

    I'd rather see the Zero Complete Works reprinted, but sure, .EXE would be great.

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  50. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 1:46 PM

    I would buy it in a heartbeat

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  51. StarrberryMarch 30, 2016 at 1:49 PM

    GIVE IT TO ME RIGHT NOW.
    *guaranteed buyer*

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  52. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 1:56 PM

    If it means not having to drop 200 dollars, then im all for a reprint

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  53. Alia HutchinsMarch 30, 2016 at 1:57 PM

    If this can be reprinted for an affordable price, I'll buy it!

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  54. deoxys314March 30, 2016 at 1:57 PM

    I'd be very interested in this!

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  55. AnonymousMarch 30, 2016 at 2:00 PM

    UDON! We want more Rockman!

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  56. AnonymousMarch 30, 2016 at 2:02 PM

    please yes do it! I'll totally buy it

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  57. AnonymousMarch 30, 2016 at 2:03 PM

    I always liked the art and character design of the Battle Network series. There definitely should be a reprint for those who missed out.

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  58. AnonymousMarch 30, 2016 at 2:06 PM

    Would definitely be interested

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  59. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 2:09 PM

    I would definitely buy it :)

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  60. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 2:10 PM

    I would definitely buy it!! :)

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  61. AnonymousMarch 30, 2016 at 2:55 PM

    Dude I'd love a reprint of all of the complete works from classic to battle network.

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  62. ArgickMarch 30, 2016 at 3:35 PM

    Yes a reprint please

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  63. MaxMarch 30, 2016 at 3:42 PM

    I was looking out for such a thing when it was first rumored as part of Battle Network's anniversary. I'll definitely pick up a copy if such a thing happens.

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  64. AnonymousMarch 30, 2016 at 3:48 PM

    It would be the best thing to have since I am a fan of the Battle network series. A reprint is the best idea. I mean is there any other way to get more of these, other than the chances of finding one at say amazon or something? Anyway, reprints!!

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  65. AnonymousMarch 30, 2016 at 3:49 PM

    Yes please, I'd buy it immediately.

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    1. Mark HavocMarch 30, 2016 at 4:50 PM

      Battle Network art ROCKS, good designs too, some designs I prefer over classic are Tengu, Star and Slash, literally beastly transformations/forms, just an overall sick take one the series.

      Yes yes and yes to a reprint, I already have the book but I'd love to buy another for a friend that eyeballs it every time he's over at my house and snap shots what he can with a cell phone.

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    2. Mark HavocMarch 31, 2016 at 1:12 AM

      Don't know how I ended up replying to you.

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  66. lucas-milaniMarch 30, 2016 at 4:09 PM

    A reprint should be very much loved for the fans and it is a great way for UDON to earn extra cash and to avoid piracy. The reseller market doesn't do nothing good for the fandom.

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  67. AnonymousMarch 30, 2016 at 4:59 PM

    Please do a reprint UDON! Every time we get at least something, it keeps Mega Man alive in our hearts and minds. I'd love to finally get my hands on it.

    Being over 30, Battle Network was not the series I grew up on, but I grew into nonetheless. For myself and my fellow Mega Man fans that hold a more special place for Battle Network in their hearts, I implore you to consider doing a reprint.

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  68. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 5:31 PM

    reprint

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  69. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 5:57 PM

    This would be great i would go for a reprint!

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  70. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 5:57 PM

    Yeah this would be great i would totally go for a reprint!

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  71. MagicalWingLTMarch 30, 2016 at 6:58 PM

    YES! I would like a reprint please!

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  72. HyperSonicEXEMarch 30, 2016 at 7:44 PM

    I bought the MM/MMX Complete a while back. Loved looking through it.

    And yet, as I replayed MMBN1 and 2 on the VC and had some very cool chats about the games online, I felt like I'd done my gaming memorabilia a disservice by not getting this back when it was out.

    Light it up, Udon!
    (Hey, throw in the 15th Anniversary and various album artworks and Smash illustrations, maybe even call it V2, if you want to give people an extra push to get it.)

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  73. AKMarch 30, 2016 at 8:26 PM

    PLEASE, a reprint would be fine.

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  74. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 8:50 PM

    I would absolutely love a reprint for my favorite series.

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  75. UnknownMarch 30, 2016 at 11:37 PM

    Yes, I love to have reprint for the Battle Network Series

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  76. Matthew IngrahamMarch 31, 2016 at 12:17 AM

    Yes! Reprint please! This and Rockman Zero. Also, not sure what miracle it would be to get the Marvel vs Capcom artbook reprinted (might have been a one time thing), but that would be great to get reprinted as well!

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  77. TAGMarch 31, 2016 at 1:24 AM

    "With Your Help"

    Yes...

    "Mega Man Battle Network"

    YES...

    "OCW"

    *sigh*

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  78. MiloScatMarch 31, 2016 at 3:06 AM

    I would really prefer a reprint of the Megaman Zero OCW please!

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  79. Shin StarMarch 31, 2016 at 5:37 AM

    Asking for a reprint for the sake of the fans, even though I'm currently not one. Although, I do like the art style.....and I have to play the games one of these days.

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  80. AnonymousMarch 31, 2016 at 11:02 AM

    Yes, please reprint this! Why be left out when the Japanese version has already been reprinted? I'd love too see another run for Zero Official Complete Works as well but Battle Network is one of the Mega Man series closest to my heart so please! I won't miss out on it this time, I swear.

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  81. CaptnDigMarch 31, 2016 at 11:04 AM

    The anniversary is the perfect time to do this. I love my Mega Man and Mega Man X OCW, and really wanted to add the Battle Network one to my collection, until I saw current prices. You have a sale in me for sure if this gets reprinted.

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  82. Xscalibur64March 31, 2016 at 12:32 PM

    Please reprint! This would be beautiful to have! And I say this representing a good number of people besides myself. ="O

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  83. TimmothyMarch 31, 2016 at 5:08 PM

    Would buy. I need all of the OCW.

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  84. ShadowNeko003March 31, 2016 at 6:32 PM

    they need to reprint all of the artbooks!

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  85. AnonymousMarch 31, 2016 at 6:52 PM

    DONT REPRINT IT WILL DESTROY THE COLLECTORS VALUE!!!

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  86. UnknownMarch 31, 2016 at 8:38 PM

    REPRINT, that would be the best thing right now.

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  87. UnknownMarch 31, 2016 at 9:46 PM

    REPRINT, please!

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  88. UnknownMarch 31, 2016 at 9:49 PM

    Higure-san from deviantart here! REPRINT, please! I have one that I use for references and it is by no means in good condition. I would definitely love to have another one in better condition for my shelf!

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  89. AnonymousMarch 31, 2016 at 9:58 PM

    Please make a reprint! >o<

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  90. AnonymousMarch 31, 2016 at 11:04 PM

    Oh PLEASE reprint this!! I love Battle Network so much! I'd say more to express it, but I don't want to make this that long...

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  91. AnonymousApril 1, 2016 at 1:23 AM

    Oh man, please reprint! I would buy that in a heartbeat. I already bought and love the Zero OCW.

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  92. AnonymousApril 1, 2016 at 1:49 PM

    I would love a reprint ! I already bought the Starforce one and I was dissapointed to learn the Bn one was out of print.

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  93. AnonymousApril 2, 2016 at 6:19 AM

    I'd buy it.

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  94. AnonymousApril 2, 2016 at 9:14 AM

    Heck yeah!

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  95. AnonymousApril 3, 2016 at 2:09 AM

    I've been wanting to buy the BN artbook for a while, and started looking into it back around in December. I'm glad the subject is starting to surface again! I'd love to get my hands on a reprint!

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  96. AnonymousApril 3, 2016 at 3:09 AM

    Please reprint!!!
    I wasn't able to get Udon's Megaman art books, when they were originaly sold, and now they are only sold by individual sellers who have raised the price up crazy. I would really like if they reprint Megaman Battle Network, Megaman Zero, and Megaman Starforce complete works.

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  97. AnonymousApril 3, 2016 at 8:12 AM

    If something is $200 not long after release, it means there weren't enough copies to satisfy demand. A reprint does seem to be in order.

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  98. AnonymousApril 3, 2016 at 3:31 PM

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    Please!

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  99. AnonymousApril 5, 2016 at 12:08 AM

    Yes! A reprint would be awesome, would definitely pick one up

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  100. AnonymousApril 5, 2016 at 8:03 AM

    Please reprint this UDON!

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  101. UnknownApril 14, 2016 at 6:04 PM

    I would love to see a reprint!

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  102. HypercoyoteMay 4, 2016 at 11:48 AM

    Heh, glad I sold mine already.

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  103. UnknownApril 8, 2017 at 11:18 PM

    Reprint please

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  104. samlanApril 10, 2017 at 10:29 PM

    Yes please Reprint! I didn't know about this until now and the demand is high!

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  105. AnonymousApril 10, 2017 at 10:31 PM

    UDON may you please reprint this artbook? I plan on getting the Starforce one as well.

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  106. AnonymousApril 13, 2017 at 6:00 PM

    I want it so bad! UDON, if you're reading this, please reprint!

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  107. AnonymousAugust 29, 2018 at 3:07 AM

    Reprint please

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