TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Action Figures Product Category

Action Cape Batman™ by MATTEL INC.

This poseable action figure stands almost 14” tall and features 25 points of articulation. He comes with a pop-out cape that dramatically extends into “gliding” position.
— Jarunee Chantraparnik, owner of Toys Unique in Potomac, Md., told TDmonthly in May 2008 that although Toys Unique carries “very few” action figures, “[we] carry Mattel’s Batman.”
— In May 2008, five of 55 retailers told TDmonthly that licensed action figures were selling very well in their stores.
— In May 2008, two retailers singled out Mattel as producing the best-selling action figures in their stores. 6/9/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Velociraptor by HOTALING IMPORTS

This detailed action figure is modeled after the pre-historic Velociraptor. Many other dinosaurs are available in the Papo dinosaur collection, including Triceratops, Pachycephalosaurus, Stegosaurus, Allosaurus, Pteranodon and more.
— “They've been strong for us for a number of years,” David Ekwall of The Wooden Toy in Wethersfield, Conn., said of the Papo line. “The knights are most popular, and the dinosaurs are number two.”
— In May 2008, more than 9 percent of retailers named dinosaur action figures as a best-seller.
— “We have tons of Papo [and they] do pretty well,” Ray Goodhart of Ages & Stages Toy Box in Golden, Colo., told TDmonthly in May 2008. The store sells “anywhere from 30 to 100” figures per month. ( Watch Video) 6/9/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Papo Pirate With Grapnel by HOTALING IMPORTS

This hand-painted and historically accurate figure stands approximately 3-1/2” tall. He comes equipped with knives, swords, a rope and an anchor.
— “I probably sell 30 a month…a lot of knights and pirates,” Alicia Smith, owner of Juneau's Imagination Station in Juneau, Alaska, said of her store's Papo line.
— Three specialty retailers who spoke with TDmonthly in May 2008 shared that their stores sell “hundreds” of Papo figures every month.
— In May 2008, 40 percent of 55 retailers who spoke with TDmonthly named Papo as one of their best-selling lines of action figures. 6/9/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian Action Figures - Asterius by PLAY ALONG INC.

The authentic, articulated battle action figure is modeled on a 3-3/4” scale. More than 25 different collectible heroes, villains and creatures are available in the Narnia action figures line. Launch date: Spring 2008. 6/4/2008 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pokemon Real Attack - Infernape by JAKKS PACIFIC INC.

The colorful ape features articulated joints. Launch date: Spring 2008. 6/4/2008

MXS Shark Jump Challenge™ by JAKKS PACIFIC INC.

The PRO Stunt Ripper Rider can jump the jaws of a Great White Shark; but miss the jump and watch the rider get chomped on. The deluxe playset includes a launcher, a bike and rider with accessories and a mechanical, moving and chomping shark. All MXS PRO Stunt Ripper riders can be used with the Shark Jump Challenge along with most 1:64 scale cars. Launch date: Spring 2008. 6/4/2008 (Price: $19.99)

WWE Deluxe Aggression Figures - Batista by JAKKS PACIFIC INC.

The figure comes with a special accessory and features 25 points of articulation, allowing kids to recreate the most dramatic finishing moves. Five other figures are available in the Deluxe Aggression assortment. Launch date: Spring 2008. 6/4/2008

Master Assassin by STIKFAS/SAIZON

The action figure is extremely poseable, providing a wealth of creative possibilities. “The generic design provides a blank canvas for kids to create their own action figure,” Martin New, director of sales and channel marketing at Stikfas/Saizon, told TDmonthly. “The patented ball and socket joints enable real life poses and are being used more and more by kids who want to learn stop motion animation.” Launch date: July 2008. 6/4/2008 (Price: $11.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Indiana Jones Action Figures Wave 3 by ENTERTAINMENT EARTH INC.

Each articulated figure in the series comes with its own accessory. Eight figures are available in the series. Launch date: July 2008. 5/30/2008 (Price: $11.49) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

G.I. Joe Action Figures by ENTERTAINMENT EARTH INC.

Eight different figures from the G.I. Joe series are available. Each features articulated joints. Launch date: June 2008. 5/30/2008 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mythmorphs Silver by RIVER DOLPHIN TOYS

The set comes with 60 rugged, plastic pieces that kids can snap together easily to form endless poseable creatures, with hinged jaws. Kids can create a dragon, Pegasus, a phoenix, Wyvern, Golden Boar, Capricorn or their own unique creatures. Several extra pieces are included, to make creatures even more poseable. All Zoomorphs sets are interchangeable. 5/21/2008 (Price: $25.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

PBR Champion Bull & Rider Carded by SCHYLLING

This item is part of Schylling’s Professional Bull Riding line. The playset comes with a 3-1/2” rider, a 6” bull and accessories. Assorted varieties are available. Launch date: December 2007. 5/19/2008 (Price: $13.99)

Papo Gevean Knight Blue by HOTALING IMPORTS

These highly detailed Papo figurines and accessories are hand-painted and historically accurate. They stand approximately 3.5” tall.
— “Papo knights and pirates are a huge hit,” Patti Tepper-Rasmussen, owner of Learning Tree Toys in Oklahoma City told TDmonthly in April 2008.
— “They do really well,” Diana Gisolfu, co-owner of Sisters Kids in Springfield, Mass., said of the Papo line in her store. “We probably sell around 25 a month. The knights are definitely the most popular.”
— In spring 2008, four of 50 retailers who spoke with TDmonthly singled out Papo playsets as the best-selling playsets in their stores. In May 2008, 20 percent of 55 retailers who spoke with TDmonthly singled out Papo knights as a best-selling action figure. Also in May 2008, two of 66 retailers named Papo as one of their top sellers overall. 5/8/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Historical Collection American Civil War Confederate set 2 by SAFARI LTD.®

Safari Ltd. proudly introduces our Historical Collections of Civil War replicas. These collections consist of 2 Union Army sets and 2 Confederate Army sets. Each replica is hand-painted, safety tested and phthalate free. Educational information in 5 languages included. View our entire collection at safariltd.com 4/28/2008 (Price: $11.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Historical Collection American Civil War Union set 1 by SAFARI LTD.®

Safari Ltd. proudly introduces our Historical Collections of Civil War replicas. These collections consist of 2 Union Army sets and 2 Confederate Army sets. Each replica is hand-painted, safety tested and phthalate free. Educational information in 5 languages included. View our entire collection at safariltd.com 4/28/2008 (Price: $11.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wildlife Wonders Giraffe by SAFARI LTD.®

Jumbo-sized and child friendly wildlife wonders of the world. Designed to be lightweight and soft to the touch. This series consists of a hippopotamus, tiger, elephant, lion, zebra, rhinoceros, gorilla and a polar bear. Finely hand painted phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Elephant size: 12" L x 10" H. View our entire collection at safariltd.com.20 4/28/2008 (Price: $22.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Incredible Creatures Mouse by SAFARI LTD.®

Safari has an extensive collection of extreme Incredible Creatures from bats to hermit crabs to flying tree frogs. Extra large and soft to the touch. Intricately detailed and hand painted, it will ignite the imagination and stimulate the curiosity of any child. Finely hand painted phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Size: 10" L x 2" H. View our entire collection at safariltd.com. 4/28/2008 (Price: $11.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mythical Realms Mermaid by SAFARI LTD.®

This mermaid is part of a stunning new collection of mystifying mythical creatures which made up an intricate belief system in ancient Greece. This collection consists of Poseidon, a Sea Dragon, a Griffin, Pegasus, a Minotaur and a Phoenix. Finely hand painted phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Sea dragon size: 7" L x 5" H. View our entire collection at safariltd.com. 4/28/2008 (Price: $14.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Winner's Circle Halfinger by SAFARI LTD.®

Extraordinary horse replicas which capture the true personality of each breed. Expertly sculpted down to the horseshoes on the hooves. The entire collection consists of 20 adults, foals and ponies. Meticulously painted by hand, phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Size: 4.5” L x 3.25” H. Ages: 3+. View our entire collection at safariltd.com. 4/28/2008 (Price: $6.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Incredible Creatures Emperor Penguin Chick by SAFARI LTD.®

Extra large sized replicas that spark the sense of wonder. Intricately detailed animals that are soft to the touch for extra play value. Finely hand painted, phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Size: 10" L x 3" H. View our entire collection at safariltd.com. 4/28/2008 (Price: $11.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Piglets & Bunnies Toob by SAFARI LTD.®

Safari Ltd. proudly showcases our miniature collectibles in acetate Toob. There are over 45 different themes to choose from such as Pirates, Cowboys, Rainforest, Coral Reef, Dinosaurs, Horses, Pets, Penguins, Reptiles, Sharks and many more! Each replica is hand-painted, phthalate-free and finely detailed for extra realism. Among the many new additions of Toobs and Mega Toobs are the Train and Alligators Alive. Toob size 1.5" W x 13.5" H x 1.5" D. View our entire collection at safariltd.com. 4/28/2008 (Price: $7.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Safari Farm Sow with piglets by SAFARI LTD.®

Safari Ltd introduces a sow with piglets to our Safari Farm Series which includes over 60 replicas. The Sow with piglets is extremely detailed and realistic. Finely hand painted phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Size: 4" L x 4" H. View our entire collection at safariltd.com. 4/28/2008 (Price: $4.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wild Safari® Orangutan baby by SAFARI LTD.®

Our Wild Safari® Jungle orangutan baby is authentically sculpted, hand painted and phthalate free. Developed with the leading animal experts, these replicas are just like the real thing, only smaller. Safari's jungle series has over 80 realistic replicas. All animals include 5 language educational information to educate children about our planet’s endangered wild kingdom. Size: 6" L x 3" H. View our entire collection at safariltd.com. 4/28/2008 (Price: $7.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Frontier Land Sue with lamb by SAFARI LTD.®

Discover our great American West with our delightful rancher family Sue holding a lamb depicts how ranchers interact with their animals. This is a unique way to educate children on how these people nurture their animals. The collection includes mother sue with lamb, daughter Nicole holding a basket of eggs and little brother Toby with his fishing pole and freshly caught fish. Finely hand painted phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. View our entire collection at safariltd.com. 4/28/2008 (Price: $5.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Blue Ribbon Palomino by SAFARI LTD.®

The palomino is a horse admired for its beauty and the classic coloration that defines its breed. Safari Ltd. is proud to offer this highly detailed and authentic representation of this favorite. Replica measures 8.5” L x 7” H. Hand painted, phthalate and lead free. Ages 3+. Includes a 5 language educational hangtag. Safari Ltd. exceeds all safety standards. Safari Ltd's products are 100% guaranteed. See the entire collection at www.safariltd.com. 4/28/2008 (Price: $19.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]