January 2011 New Specialty Toys — Collectibles

From the exhilarating escape scene in Star Wars: A New Hope, this astounding resin statue from Attakus is perfectly cast in the finest detail. It measures an incredible 68-inches long and provides an astonishing open view of the inside of the vessel. A limited edition of 400 pieces, this French import will become the centerpiece of any Star Wars aficionado's collection.

This is a full-size reproduction from the Star Trek: The Original Series TV show, built by Steve Horch of HMS Creative Productions for Roddenberry, and hand-crafted to the exact standards of the original.  Made in the USA.  The center seat is made using plywood with solid laminated walnut arms crafted as the originals were. The finished product is built to be sturdy and hold up to 250-300 pounds.

Series 5 has incorporated major metropolitan area departments such as Kansas and Houston.  As well as the first time that the classic sheriff brown / tan exterior paint scheme has been utilized. 1:64 Hot Pursuit Series 5 includes 1965 Ford Galaxie Westwood, Massachusetts Police;  2008 Dodge Charger Kansas City, KS Police;  2008 Dodge Charger Houston, TX Police; 2008 Ford Crown Victoria New York State Police; and more.  These die-cast replicas feature opening hoods, detailed engines, real rubber tires, metal body and chassis, detailed graphics, custom license plates and are officially licensed by the respective automobile companies.

A collaboration between Areaware and Monocle, designed by David Weeks Studio.  A limited edition of 100 pieces.  Made from Sustainably harvested Beech wood, elastic band.  11 x 4 x 5.5 inches

Each Shoulder Buddies "Smarts" character teaches kids a special life lesson, from friendship to fire safety. The magnetic feature lets kids wear Shoulder Buddies on their shirt, hat, hair and more. Kids can take Shoulder Buddies and their "Smarts" with them wherever they go.  This collection includes 8 buddies, including Biffle, Breezee, Peace, Eco, Blaze, Pirate and Princess.

A winning design from High Intencity's Design-A-Charm contest, the Peace Love and Happiness charm was designed by Emily R. from Pleasantville, NY and rendered in vibrant detail in an enamel charm measuring approximately one inch.10 % of the proceeds from the sale of this charm will go to the World Wildlife Fund on behalf of its designer.
— “Charm It! works really well in this area,” said Blanche Snipes, owner of Tree Top Toys in Redmond, Wash., when asked about her top-selling items for tweens.
— Two of 44 retailers listed Charm It! as a best-selling item for tweens during a September 2010 survey.
— Katie Rook, manager of Be Beep A Toy Shop in Columbia, S.C., told TDmonthly in an October 2011 survey that High Intencity charm bracelets are their best selling tween item.
— Dean Smith, owner of JaZams in Princeton, N.J., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2012 survey that they sell between 40 and 50 Charm It! charms each month.

The new GIANTmicrobes® vinyl figures are inspired by real microscopic images of the microbes that they represent. GIANTmicrobes® characters are perfect for vinyl and toy collectors, kids of all ages, science buffs, teachers, college students, medical students and professionals, and anyone with a healthy sense of humor. Each box contains one highly collectible vinyl figure, an animation flip book, and an action pose sticker.

This 15 car set will be packaged in a display Collector case with a road map packaging that marks out the “Mother Road” as it journeys through each of the eight states from Chicago to L.A.  The cars chosen for this collectible item all belong, like the route itself, to the Golden age of motoring.  All materials used are authentic with real rubber tires and 100% die-cast metal body and chassis.  Detailed graphics, custom license plates, serialized and official licensing by the respective automobile companies make each of these cars correct and credible replicas. 

Standing six inches tall and featuring five points of articulation, each Zombie Ninja comes with his own katana.  Limited edition: only 3000 pieces.

Black Cat, the sometimes ally and love interest of Spider-Man, joins the Marvel X Bishoujo Collection  (combining iconic superheroines and villains with traditional Japanese stylings). Also known as Felicia Hardy, Black Cat comes to life in the Japanese Bishoujo (pretty girl) style based on original character art by illustrator Shunya Yamashita, and is the first in the series to be enlarged to the 1/7th scale, standing at 9" tall atop an exclusive display base consisting of a miniature building in deep perspective.

At nearly 12" tall, Rogue is featured in a 1/6 scale similar to the other characters in the Danger Room Sessions line. Sculpted by Erick Sosa, Rogue features a Sentinel face base on top of a mechanical projector.  Every mutant in the Danger Room Sessions series is mounted on a unique Danger Room holographic environment with translucent parts that glow with a built-in LED light in the base.

The DC Comics Bishoujo Collection (combining DC’s superheroines and villains with traditional Japanese stylings) continues with DC’s Wonder Woman. Dressed in her iconic and colorful costume, Wonder Woman holds her magical Lasso of Truth in both hands. She is displayed here for the first time in the Japanese bishoujo (pretty girl) style inspired by Japan’s renowned illustrator Shunya Yamashita. This figure stands over 9" tall (1/7th scale).

The DC Comics Bishoujo Collection (combining DC’s superheroines and villains with traditional Japanese stylings) continues with DC’s Wonder Woman. Dressed in her iconic and colorful costume, Wonder Woman holds her magical Lasso of Truth in both hands. She is displayed here for the first time in the Japanese bishoujo (pretty girl) style inspired by Japan’s renowned illustrator Shunya Yamashita. This figure stands over 9" tall (1/7th scale).

Part of the smaller scale Star Wars ARTFX+ Statues line is Darth Vader. Ruthless and powerful, Darth Vader stands at the ready with the knowledge that his mastery over the Force can overcome any enemy. Intricately detailed from chest piece to helmet, Darth Vader has a standard stance with his hands at his belt, and comes with bonus arm parts for alternate poses. Like the other ARTFX+ Statues, he has magnets in his feet for display on the included base. ARTFX+ Statues are fun-to-assemble pre-painted snap-fit kits that can be easily put together in seconds without glue or modeling skill.  Darth Vader stands approximately 8 inches tall (1/10th scale).

In honor of the 2011 70th Anniversary of Archie, Dark Horse has given the Archie family the signature Syroco-style treatment. The third statuette in the series of five is Betty Cooper. The pretty, blonde, sweet and earnest Betty is always ready to have fun, especially when Archie is involved. Limited to 950 numbered pieces, the statue comes packaged in its own tin box, with a pin-back button and character booklet.

In honor of the 2011 seventieth anniversary of Archie, Dark Horse has given the Archie family the signature Syroco-style treatment. The second character statuette in the series of five is Riverdale's resident rich girl and brunette bombshell, Veronica Lodge. Best friend of Betty, Veronica has great looks, money, and charm — everything a girl could want, except for the undivided attention of Archie Andrews. Standing 5" tall, this statuette is sculpted by Yoe! Studio. Each Archie Syroco statue is limited to 950 numbered pieces and comes packaged in its own tin box, with a pin-back button and character booklet.

The statues go back to the original look of the Peanuts characters from 1950, visibly different than today's look, and in a special 60th anniversary limited-edition series of the five main characters. Each piece is sculpted by Yoe! Studio, and is limited to 650 pieces and packaged in its own tin box, with a pin-back button and a character booklet.

To celebrate the seventieth anniversary of the Archie comic, Dark Horse has released Archie statues with the Syroco-style treatment. Archie Andrews is the prototypical All-American teenager. With his signature red hair, freckles and eternal optimism, Archie is the protagonist of the Archie Comics Universe and the center of a love triangle with his two girlfriends, Veronica and Betty. A classic underdog persona, Archie often comes out on top of a situation even when it looks like the odds are against him. Limited to 950 numbered pieces, the Archie statue comes packaged in a tin box, with a pin-back button and character booklet.

The statues go back to the original look of the Peanuts characters from 1950, visibly different than today's look. The 60th anniversary limited-edition series features the five main characters and is sculpted by Yoe! Studio. Each character is limited to 650 pieces and comes packaged in a tin box with a pin-back button and a character booklet.

The statues go back to the original look of the Peanuts characters from 1950, visibly different than today's look. The 60th anniversary limited-edition series features the five main characters and is sculpted by Yoe! Studio.

In honor of the 60th anniversary of Peanuts, Dark Horse has brought the original look back with these twin-packs of small vinyl figures. Each set shows the characters as they were in the old days and what they are like now. Each figure measures close to 4" in height and stands on a grass-green base (not pictured), and features a sculpt by the talents at Yoe! Studio. "We found poses taken straight from the strips, and these specific panels will be depicted on the packaging. Both are in a running pose, which makes them look well placed together as a set," Kali Dugan, Product Sales Manager of Dark Horse Comics told TDmonthly.

In honor of the 60th anniversary of Peanuts, Dark Horse has brough the original look back with these twin-packs of small vinyl figures. Each set shows the characters as they were in the old days and what they are like now. Each figure measures close to 4" in height and stands on a grass-green base (not pictured), and features a sculpt by the talents at Yoe! Studio. "We found poses taken straight from the strips, and these specific panels will be depicted on the packaging. Both are in a running pose, which makes them look well placed together as a set," Kali Dugan, Product Sales Manager of Dark Horse Comics told TDmonthly.

Completely handcrafted of vinyl and meticulously hand-painted for lifelike details, this fashion doll features 14 points of articulation, so she can be posed in many ways. Her glittering black gown is inspired by the dress Mrs. Obama wore as she greeted guests to the Governor's Ball Simulated pearl necklace, ring and earrings and hair pin add the perfect finishing touch. Plus, this First Lady Michelle Obama doll includes a free collector's card revealing fascinating details about her dress.

This asymmetrical cocktail dress with swirls of organza blossoms was "designed" by fashion doll, Tyler Wentworth.