Denis Villeneuve took sci-fi audiences by sandstorm in 2021 with Dune: Part One, lauded both for its originality, and its faithfulness to Frank Herbert’s original vision. With Villeneuve’s chapter ofDunejust months away, it’s a great time to list off some exciting gifts to tide over that special Dune fan in your life - especially if that Dune fan is you.
While there’s nothing on this list that makes your eyes glow blue or grants you the ability to chart star maps in your mind, there’s still quite a bit to choose from - whether its comfortable and officially licensed outerwear, LEGO kits, or Decanter sets modeled after Reverend Mother’s infamous box of pain, you’ll see there’s far more to the world of Dune merchandise than meets the eye.
Dune Imperium
Best Themed Board Game
If you’re ready to dig deep into Dune with a strategy board game, we highly recommend picking up Dune Imperium. It takes the series' economic and political intrigue to new places entirely, in a quest to seize and control the spice, and therefore, the universe.
Dune’s tales of political intrigue and science-fiction are legendary, not just because they’re well written, but because of the incredible levels of detail. Finally, board game players can join in and battle for control of the Spice, and of course the universe itself, in this four-player Strategy Board Game.
Dune: Fear Is The Mind Killer Logo Pullover Hoodie
A stylish hoodie for a Dune fan
Although the Dune series is filled with profound and quotable dialogue, “Fear is the Mind Killer,” just might qualify as its most popular quote. If you’re looking to show off your appreciation for Dune, this officially licensed hoodie would be a killer choice.
If you’re looking for high-quality licensed merchandise from the Dune universe, this Dune: Fear is the Mind Killer logo hoodie would be a great choice for the cooler seasons. It’s a comfortable, climate-friendly choice for the discerning Dune fan - even if they’re not theKwisatz Haderoch.
Dune Imperium Uprising
Best Expansion
This standalone spinoff to Dune Imperium takes the strategy and team-building mechanics to the next level - build up your resources to learn the ways of the Fremen and ride a Sandworm! Dune Imperium: Uprising can also handle two additional players for more complex strategies.
Already got the Dune: Imperium board game from above? Expand your options (and planetary horizons) with this standalone expansion. If you didn’t pick up the first one, don’t worry - this expansion comes with everything you need, and the ability to incorporate two additional players.
theory11 Dune Playing Cards
A great collectible or practical item
you may now find the latest iteration of Dune on officially licensed playing cards courtesy of theory11, which feature a high-quality design and a shiny, spice-colored foil filigree. If you’ve ever wanted to show off your poker face, as well as your appreciation for Dune, pick up these cards.
Featuring your favorite characters and a stylish, spice-inspired foil filigree, these officially licensed Dune cards from Theory11 are a great choice for collectors or card game players.
Dune Atreides Royal Ornithopter
A Unique Collectible
The Ornithopters of Dune are one of the series' most distinct vehicles, resembling something between a dragonfly and a helicopter. If you’re a LEGO fan with a backround in mechanics, or simply want to build your Ornithopter, you can buy the officially licensed, 1,300+ piece set now.
One of the coolest vehicles in published science-fiction is Dune’s Ornithopter, an aeroship that takes the mechanics and shape of a dragonfly, and combines it with the theory of a helicopter. This Lego set carefully captures its style in a unique format.
LumEngrave Dune Map of Arrakis Engraved Whisky Rocks Glass
A Unique Glass
This Lumengrave Whiskey Rocks Glass features a dishwasher-safe, non-fading etchmap of Arrakis, the central planet of the Dune series. You can also choose an alternative - the crest of your chosen faction.
There’s something undeniably classy about a Whiskey Rocks Glass, and this etched, dishwasher-safe Lumengrave features a detailed map of Arakkis. Of course, if you’ve already got one of those, get this - alternatively, you can get one etched with the crest of yourchosen faction.
The Art and Soul of Dune
An In-Depth Look At The Dune Universe
The Art and Soul of Dune allows readers to go behind the scenes of Dennis Villeneuve’s version of the sci-fi epic in amazing detail, and was written by the movie’s executive producer, Tanya Lapointe. It also features a number of contributions from the cast and crew.
The Art and Soul of Dune is dedicated to capturing Frank Herbert’s extraordinary sense of vision through the lense of art direction, featuring contributions from executive producer Tanya Lapointe, director Denis Villeneuve, Timothée Chalamet, and many more.
FAQ
What is Dune?
Dune is a Hugo Award-winning science fiction series written by Frank Herbert known for its extreme depth and dedicated fan-base.
What are those Sandworms, anyway?
We’re so glad you asked - the ‘Shai Hulud’ are a native fauna to Arrakis. The Fremen often refer to them as ‘The Old Man of the Desert.’
What does that phrase mean, “fear is the mind killer?”
The phrase “fear is the mind killer” is part of theLitany Against Fear, which reads in full: “I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past, I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain.”
