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Replica Dark Knight Motorcycle Suit

Universal Designs has released more information and few more promo images for the replica Dark Knight Motorcycle Suit that Larry Young linked to a few months back. According to the press release, the suit includes "a full-leather jacket that includes lightweight interior lining, as well as molded-leather and Kevlar armor sections; pants that include heavy-duty, four-way stretch Spandex inserts and CE-approved armor; authentic gloves and boots that replicate the amazing on-screen design."

They only plan to create 1,000 of them, and they cost $998. You can order one -- and check out all their Dark Knight-themed merchandise -- here. It's pricey, but takes cosplay to a whole other level. More promo images and a video of the suit can be found after the jump.

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Yes, this is real DOT-approved, licensed motorcycle gear

'There is an animal that lives by night, searches through trash cans and cleans out the garbage'

It's been a few years since I was a regular watcher of South Park, but after reading the description on Entertainment Weekly's Popwatch blog I had to check it out. The latest episode parodies several comic book movies, including Watchmen and The Dark Knight, as well as comic conventions. Here's a teaser; I should probably include some sort of politically incorrect/potentially offensive content warning:

You can watch the complete episode at South Park Studios.