Nike are said to have settled their Satan Shoes lawsuit with singer and rapper, Lil Nas X, after they won the battle to block the continued sale of the shoe.
According to the report by TMZ, Nike had confirmed Satan shoes lawsuit to the news outlet where they said that they have reached an agreement with MSCHF, the company producing the custom shoes based on Nike’s Air Max 97.
The so-called Satan Shoes were inspired by Lil Nas’ demonic-themed music video for his new song, “MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name).”
The footwear giant also told TMZ that the settlement calls for MSCHF to launch a voluntary recall to buy back all Satan Shoes it’s sold for their original retail prices in order to remove them from circulation.
MSCHF was hawking the limited-edition kicks for $1,018 a pop, an ode to the bible scripture emblazoned on the side, Luke 10:18, which references Satan’s banishment from heaven. Buyers snatched up all 666 pairs within minutes after last month’s release. The shoes feature an inverted cross, bronze pentagram and a drop of human blood.
Nike filed suit against MSCHF last week, claiming MSCHF was infringing on its trademarks by selling the altered Air Max 97 without Nike’s authorization. A judge had already granted Nike an injunction to block all future sales of the shoes.
As part of the settlement, Nike says anyone who doesn’t return their Satan Shoes for a full refund will have to contact MSCHF if they encounter a product issue, defect or health concern.