Followers of the Excel Saga series will be delighted to find out that a release date has been set for the third DVD, Excel Saga: When Excel Strikes (Out). This appetizing DVD will be released on November 5, 2002 for $29.98 and includes many flavors for the connoisseurs' refined palette. The extras included are: a Find the Mint game, AD Vid Notes, an exclusive interview with Shinichi Watanabe, Menchi recipes, and previews of current and upcoming ADV releases.

In other news: Paul Champagne, creator of the limited edition Neon Genesis Evangelion metal artbox, has now used his powers to create a limited line of metal slipcases for Gasaraki. The production is limited to 1,500 with a retail price of $59.99. For those not as hardcore about their cases, there is a cardboard case available as well. This line retails for $13.98 per case.