Usagi Yojimbo DojoBoard

Steve, you have to have at least two!

Or should Stan start litigation proceedings?

I don't have one. They are "cute" but I don't think I really want one.

Steve Hubbell wrote:I don't have one. They are "cute" but I don't think I really want one.

Good. These are not authorized, and, beside violating my trademark, it also looks like they are violating my copyright by using my art on the Usagi face. I may have to sic the Dark Horse attorneys on them.

I don't mind personal art, but when it comes to a profit making scheme, as this one clearly states it is, I have to stop them.

It is kind of neat, though.

Stan Sakai wrote:

Steve Hubbell wrote:I don't have one. They are "cute" but I don't think I really want one.

Good. These are not authorized, and, beside violating my trademark, it also looks like they are violating my copyright by using my art on the Usagi face. I may have to sic the Dark Horse attorneys on them.

I don't mind personal art, but when it comes to a profit making scheme, as this one clearly states it is, I have to stop them.

Thanks for clarifying that they are not authorized. I knew that but your comments made me remember how important it is for creators to protect their intellectual property/trademarks - it is your bread and butter. And if fans spend money on not authorized products, there is less money to spend on official products. And if there is less money to spend on official products, the incentive (profit) to create those products is decreased. Fans lose out.

It reminds me of the eBay situation a few years back. Certain sellers took advantage of your generosity to give free sketches. Some would even alter the gift by covering the personalized "To [name], best Stan" to increase the sale price. The result, you no longer offer free sketches at your signings. It's not the same thing but it shows the fans are hurt by something that "seems" harmless.

I like this and did want one, but I'm glad I didn't bid on it.

Peace, maka

I kinda figured they were unauthorised.

Then they certainly would be one of a kind.

It's been relisted...

You have to admit the dingess has some really good packaging.