A doll of Wu Tang member Ghostface Killah has reached the world wide web and can be purchased from the site here: www.theghostfacedoll.com
The doll will include:
Real 14 karat gold chain
Real GFK Robe
Gold Chalice with Swarovski crystals
Each doll will include a Ghostface Killah Doll mixtape dy a world-famous DJ
Real 14 karat gold avenging eagle accessory (extra)
Each collector will have a 1 in 500 chance to spend a day with Ghostface Killah himself
Each Doll will come in a limited edition gold sealed box
Ghostface Killah is fully involved in all aspects of the project from manufacturing to promotion
Each Doll speaks original recordings of Ghostface Killah catch-phrases, which include “In a flashy penthouse that overlooks the vista”, and “Yo bitch, I fucked your friend ya you stank ho.”
There are only 1,000 in the world so if you want one of these charming fellas, get in and order them quick!
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