The two co-founders of Harcos, Inc., the company behind Mana Energy Potions and Health Energy Potions, are featured in the April 21, 2009 issue of Los Angeles Business Journal. You can check them out on page 3.
Harcos’ Sequel to Mana Energy Potion Boosts Mortals’ Hit Points with Natural Herbs and Vitamins, Adds Fuel to their Gaming Fire
SANTA MONICA, CALIF. – Jan. 21, 2009 – Fighting epic battles and embarking on mystical quests can be exhausting and draining, but Harcos’ new Health Energy Potion restores gamers’ energy levels so they can storm back onto the battlefield and conquer adversaries once more. From the two gamers behind the best-selling Mana Energy Potion, the long-anticipated follow up, Health Energy Potion, is now available for gamers everywhere in need of 5-8 hours of smooth, powerful energy, packed in a portable 1.69 oz bottle.
Health Energy Potion possesses a mellow apple-cinnamon flavor and packs helpful natural herbs, such as elderberry and ginseng, and the vitamins biotin and folic acid. With no sugar added, mortals won’t fear the dreaded after crash associated with many other energy shots. Each magical bottle of Health Energy Potion looks like it’s straight out of a video game, and is sure to add +160 to gamers’ HP.
“We heard the cries and read the emails from gamers and geeks alike for a sequel to Mana Energy Potion, and Health Energy Potion is the perfect complimentary energy shot,” said Aaron Rasmussen, co-founder, Harcos. “Whether you’re a hardcore gamer needing more ‘umph’ for an epic quest or frag fest, or just need a pick-me-up in the middle of the day, Health Energy Potion has the fuel required to fight all your battles ‘til the apple-cinnamon flavored end.”
Health Energy Potion features:
Health Energy Potion provides hardcore gamers with the essential energy boost to set out and conquer any thrilling gaming voyage imaginable. With a suggested MSRP of $3.45 per shot, Health Energy Potion is available for immediate order at www.manapotions.com, and will soon be available at retailers Fry’s Electronics, Hot Topic, Micro Center and ThinkGeek.com, among others.
About Elderberries
Elderberry is a dark berry that grows in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Traditionally, the berry has been used in health potions and to provide protection from witches. Cutting down an elderberry tree, on the other hand, is said to release a perturbed spirit named the Elder Mother. An old poem even says, “Elder be the Lady’s tree, burn it not or cursed ye’ll be.” It is also said that the tree could be safely cut while chanting a rhyme to the Elder Mother. When you open a new bottle of Health Energy Potion, it’s recommended to chant: “Full my HP bar may be, sorry I cut down your stupid elder tree.”
About Harcos, Inc.
Based in Santa Monica, Calif., Harcos was founded by two gamer geeks who discovered a niche at the intersection where gaming and consumer products merge with the launch of their first vitamin/energy beverage, Mana Energy Potion. Each magical bottle of Mana Energy Potion looks like it’s straight out of a video game and is filled with a bright blue liquid that adds +160 to mana, packs a powerful dose of vitamins and delivers up to eight hours of smooth energy without sugar or an after crash. The company’s follow up, Health Energy Potion, possesses a mellow apple-cinnamon flavor and is jam-packed with natural herbs, such as elderberry and ginseng, and the vitamins biotin and folic acid, while providing the same 5-8 hours of smooth, powerful energy with no sugar or after crash. Additional information is available at www.manapotions.com.
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LOS ANGELES – Nov. 12, 2008 – TRITTON Technologies, a leader in gaming audio technology, and Harcos, the creator of Mana Energy Potion, the premium energy shot made by gamers for gamers, have tapped Wonacott Communications, a full-service boutique public relations and integrated communications agency, to head their product public relations efforts in North America.
TRITTON Technologies, a manufacturer and creator of high-performance consumer electronics and computer peripheral products, chose Wonacott Communications to help promote the company’s deep line of consumer electronics and gaming peripherals, including the new flagship 3D directional gaming headset – the AX Pro.
Harcos, a company founded by two gamer geeks, has found a niche at the intersection where gaming and consumer products merge with Mana Energy Potion, a premium energy shot that packs a powerful dose of vitamins and delivers up to eight hours of smooth energy without sugar or an aftercrash. Harcos has tapped Wonacott Communications to help further publicize the company and its products, including an upcoming to-be-announced new Mana Energy Potion product.
“We are really excited to be working with two incredibly creative companies that each have unique products to meet the discerning tastes of hardcore and casual gamers alike,” said Jason Wonacott, CEO, Wonacott Communications. “TRITTON Technologies and Harcos both create extraordinarily cool products that gamers love. Heck – the AX Pro and Mana Energy Potion samples that we have here in the office have me on track to kick even more tail in CoD4. Yes, I am still playing CoD4. We look forward to working with both TRITTON and Harcos to further their visibility within the gaming community and beyond.”
Members of the press interested in receiving AX Pro review units or samples of Mana Energy Potion, please feel free to email jbusch@wonacottpr.com.
About Wonacott Communications, LLC
Wonacott Communications, LLC is a full-service public relations and integrated communications agency that combines the experience and resources of a large firm with the personal touch, adaptability and dedication of a boutique practice. Based in Los Angeles, WComms expertly orchestrates communications programs for publicly traded and privately owned companies in the digital media, online entertainment, lifestyle, corporate and technology spaces domestically and around the globe. More information on WComms can be found at http://www.wonacottpr.com.
About TRITTON Technologies
TRITTON Technologies is a manufacturer of high-performance consumer electronics and computer peripheral products. TRITTON takes pride in creating innovative products that offer functionality and reliability. The Vista, California-based company produces products that maintain sleek design and style while providing the latest in technology. Additional information is available at www.trittontechnologies.com.
About Harcos, Inc.
Harcos, a company founded by two gamer geeks, has found a niche at the intersection where gaming and consumer products merge, with the launch of their first vitamin/energy beverage; Mana Energy Potions. Mana Energy Potion is the premium energy shot made by gamers for gamers. The high-level potion packs a powerful dose of vitamins and delivers up to eight hours of smooth energy without sugar or an aftercrash. Each magical bottle of Mana Energy Potion looks like it’s straight out of a video game and is filled with a bright blue liquid that adds +160 to mana. The Mana Energy Potion formula was continuously developed for nearly a year to create the optimal jitter-free energy output. Additional information is available at www.manapotions.com.
LOS ANGELES – Nov. 10, 2008 – Just in time for the holidays, PSYCLOPS iPod nano “3G” protective cases are now available for ordering online. Complete with an interactive web-based music and dance community at the kid-friendly and kid-safe interactive website PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, the new PSYCLOPS product line combines first-of-their-kind for a thrilling iPod product/online community like no other available today.
The quirky, colorful PSYCLOPS iPod protective cases unlock the kid-friendly virtual community where visitors can create their own original customized PSYCLOPS avatars and put them into a video complete with hot music beats and spectacular dance moves. With each iPod protective case, users can create and share unlimited music and dance videos, even while PSYCLOPS HQ is in open beta testing. The website also provides a truly multi-platform experience where kids can share their killer video creations by uploading them to their iPods, sharing them via their social networking page or emailing the videos to friends and family. This is the first time an iPod-centric product has offered such capabilities.
iPod Protective Cases
PSYCLOPS’ two vibrant and distinctive iPod cases are based on the first PSYCLOPS characters, Ike and Syndi. Key features of the PSYCLOPS protective cases include:
PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters
The online headquarters for all things PSYCLOPS, provides a fun, safe environment for kids to connect with their friends online in open beta while checking out the creative music and dance moves currently offered to share with the world before officially made live. Kids and parents interested in being among the first to experience PSYLCLOPS HeadQuarters can sign up at the official website, http://www.psyclopshq.com.
Currently in open beta testing, key features include:
Pricing and Availability
PSYCLOPS protective cases have a suggested retail of $24.99, which includes the ability to create, save and share unlimited videos from the online PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters. In addition to online availability at PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, iPod protective cases are also available at select retailers in San Diego and Santa Monica, Calif. More availability information for the PSYCLOPS protective cases can be found at PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters at: http://psyclopshq.com/where-to-buy.
About PSYCLOPS
PSYCLOPS is a fresh and exciting character-based multi-platform product and online experience for kids 8-14 years old. The first hip PSYCLOPS characters to hit the dance battle scene are Ike and Syndi, who find their likeness in vibrant and distinctive PSYCLOPS protective cases for the iPod nano “3G.” Together with a complimentary interactive web-based music and dance community site, PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, PSYCLOPS is an exciting iPod product and truly customizable online experience like nothing else available today. At PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, users can join an interactive community, create their own avatars, dance moves and music, and share their unique dance videos with family and friends via email or by downloading to their iPod.
Launched by Los Angeles-based PSYCLOPS LLC, PSYCLOPS cases and online site are kid-safe with age appropriate content. Join the movement today at the PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters: http://www.psyclopshq.com.
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LOS ANGELES – Oct. 20, 2008 – PSYCLOPS, developer of iPod protective cases and the kid-friendly and kid-safe interactive website PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, is springing into the North American youth market in time for the holiday season with the debut of a fresh and exciting character-based multi-platform product and online experience for kids 8-14 years old. The new PSYCLOPS product line combines first-of-their-kind iPod nano protective cases with an interactive web-based music and dance community for a thrilling iPod product/online community like no other available today.
Currently in open beta service, PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters provides kids with an immersive music and dance experience where their creativity can flourish. Kids and parents interested in being among the first to experience PSYLCLOPS HeadQuarters can sign up at the official website, http://www.psyclopshq.com.
The quirky, colorful PSYCLOPS iPod protective character cases unlock the kid-friendly virtual open beta community where visitors can create their own original customized PSYCLOPS avatars and put them into a video complete with hot music beats and spectacular dance moves. With each iPod protective case, users can create and share unlimited music and dance videos, even while PSYCLOPS HQ is in open beta testing. The website also provides a truly multi-platform experience where kids can share their killer video creations by uploading them to their iPods, sharing them via their social networking page or emailing the videos to friends and family. This is the first time an iPod-centric product has offered such capabilities.
“Kids today are online-savvy gadget nuts who love music and dancing, which makes PSYCLOPS the perfect gift, since it combines all of these elements,” said Joy Kovaleski, CEO, PSYCLOPS LLC. “Kids will find PSYCLOPS to be fun and entertaining whether they are at home enjoying the online community or hanging out with their friends, listening to music and watching their PSYCLOPS videos on their iPods with their Ike or Syndi protective case. Parents will appreciate that PSYCLOPS provides a safe online environment with appropriate content that encourages creativity.”
iPod Protective Cases
PSYCLOPS’ two vibrant and distinctive iPod cases are based on the first PSYCLOPS characters, Ike and Syndi. Key features of the PSYCLOPS protective cases include:
PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters
The online headquarters for all things PSYCLOPS, provides a fun, safe environment for kids to connect with their friends online in open beta while checking out the creative music and dance moves currently offered to share with the world before officially made live. Currently in open beta testing, key features include:
Pricing and Availability
PSYCLOPS protective cases have a suggested retail of $24.95, which includes the ability to create, save and share unlimited videos from the online PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters. PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters is currently in open beta and more details on the live launch will be released at a later date.
Availability information for the PSYCLOPS protective cases can be found at PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters at http://www.psyclopshq.com.
About PSYCLOPS
PSYCLOPS is a fresh and exciting character-based multi-platform product and online experience for kids 8-14 years old. The first hip PSYCLOPS characters to hit the dance battle scene are Ike and Syndi, who find their likeness in vibrant and distinctive PSYCLOPS protective cases for the iPod nano “3G.” Together with a complimentary interactive web-based music and dance community site, PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, PSYCLOPS is an exciting iPod product and truly customizable online experience like nothing else available today. At PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters, users can join an interactive community, create their own avatars, dance moves and music, and share their unique dance videos with family and friends via email or by downloading to their iPod.
Launched by Los Angeles-based PSYCLOPS LLC, PSYCLOPS cases and online site are kid-safe with age appropriate content. Join the movement today at the PSYCLOPS HeadQuarters: http://www.psyclopshq.com.
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All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.