"Collect four patches as seen in Joss Whedon's sci-fi epic, Serenity, with this patch set!"

Which is well and good but we don't get to see which patches or what sizes, making it kinda hard to tell if it's a good deal or not. However, I did some poking around and found that Forbidden Planet is selling four individual patches, including the one shown at TFAW, so if I had to guess I'd say these are what you'd be getting:

Still no descriptions or sizes, but at least we have pictures. Please note that I do not know for certain these are in the set at TFAW – although I'll try to verify it – so buyers beware.

Updated: yup, those are the patches in question, which I prolly would have noticed had I clicked on the "more pictures" links underneath the main pic. Thanks Adam (in the comments) for the heads up.

They now have one that's 2.75"x2.5", just right for your noggin. Originally they had planned for the shoulder patch to serve, but it didn't quite work. 

If you've already bought the 5 patch set, they'll be sending you one of these free of charge. How cool is that?

Just noticed in TFAW.com's preorder pile – which is crammed with Serenity goodies and T-shirts coming out in the next few months – these two new, somewhat vague items.

First we have a Serenity Patch Set: "Collect four patches as seen in Joss Whedon's sci-fi epic, Serenity, with this patch set!" Which is well and good but we don't get to see which patches or what sizes.

And the Serenity Collages 2008 Photo Set: "Revisit Joss Whedon's Serenity with this collection of five photo collages featuring characters from the hit film! Featuring Inara, River, Mal, Wash, and Simon, these collages measure 8' x 10' and are suitable for framing or autographing!"

Serenity merchandise junkie though I am, I'll need more info on both these items before I plunk down the asking prices, even with TFAW's 20% off pre-order pricing. $22.39 for the patches is reasonable enough for good quality, but $23.19 for 5 pictures? Ehh. I'll wait for a better description. UPDATED: The pics looked familiar so I checked over at the Creation Entertainment Serenity store, and they've got all 4 patches and 5 collage pics for sale individually and you can order them right now. But if you're buying the sets, preordering them from TFAW is cheaper.

But check out the rest of the pre-order stuff. Tons of shirts, hoodies, mugs, lunchboxes, and a Reaver ship ornament are all waiting to be drooled over, at 20% off.

Patches 'N' Pins is carrying on with their mighty goal of making every possible Firefly patch available, and the latest ones are from Alliance uniforms and the hospital on Ariel:

We have the 3 Alliance rank patches, and the Ariel Emergency nurse patches. We sell all individually from $6 to $18 (ariel jacket back patch). However the Alliance rank patches can be bought in a set of 3 for $15 and the Ariel ones can be bought in a set of 5 for $40 (set comprises, 1 chest, 3 shoulder/cap and 1 jacket), to replicate the Ariel uniform.

Sizes for Ariel patches are : jacket patch 4×2.1", shoulder/cap patch 4×3.7" and jacket patch is 10×5.3".

Note that patches may not be to scale with each other in the pic above, I combined two shots.

Patches 'N' Pins has a massive collection of science-fiction-themed patches and enamel pins, including a large variety of "versy ones. Check 'em all out at Patches 'N' Pins' Firefly/Serenity page.

3 1/2" across, just $7. Nice and bright, with crisp colors.

Don't forget to check out all the other 'versy patches and pins they have: Independent patches, Alliance patches, medical patches and more.

PatchesandPins.com, one of the largest science fiction patch stores around, now has Browncoat Independent patches, what they call "most tv/movie accurate ones availbale since the release of the show." Available individually or in a set of three.

They've also got Blue Sun patches, Ariel medical patches, several different Alliance patches, security patches, the Serenity logo, some logo pins, and more. Check out their Firefly/Serenity section, then wander around and look at the more than 450 other TV/Movie/Science Fiction/Fantasy patches available.

Adorned on a suedish-looking background, this display also includes a still from the movie depicting River thinking about busting the collective asses of the Operative's men, and a laser-cut Serenity logo.

Perfect for showing off your old service badges (for them what worked for the Alliance) or your old fight trophies (for them what beat up the Alliance, often in bars).

Arranged with stills from the movie and a laser-cut logo, these three badges adorned the sleeves of the jumpsuit Wash wore during most of the movie. Cosplayers, take note.

For those people interested in patches but lacking in funds, check out Browncoat Patches.