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

Wings of the World Mandarin Duck by SAFARI LTD.®

Brimming with life, Safari's Wings of the World exotic bird series will take you soaring to new heights of imagination. Action packed for added realism. The newest introductions are the Peacock and the Mandarin Duck. Both expertly sculpted down to the last feather. Finely hand painted phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Peacock measures 5" high. Size: 3" W x 5" H. View our entire collection at safariltd.com. 4/28/2008 (Price: $5.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Incredible Creatures Clown Triggerfish by SAFARI LTD.®

Part of the stunning Incredible Creatures series, this Clown Triggerfish is a stunning example of nature in all its wonder. The product is soft to the touch for added realism and it floats. Finely hand painted phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Size: 6" L x 4" H. 4/28/2008 (Price: $6.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wildlife Wonders White Rhino 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 tiger, giraffe, lion, zebra, hippopotamus, gorilla and polar bear, as well as an elephant. All are finely hand-painted, phthalate-free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in five languages. Hippopotamus size: 10" L x 6" H. 4/28/2008 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wild Safari® Blue Whale by SAFARI LTD.®

This Blue Whale is the latest addition to the Wild Safari Sealife Series. This series consists of many underwater creatures which are finely hand painted phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Size: 3" L x 1.5" H. View our entire collection at safariltd.com 4/28/2008 (Price: $4.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Incredible Creatures American Bullfrog 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: 11" L x 4" H. View our entire collection at safariltd.com. 4/28/2008 (Price: $8.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Two-Peg Action Figure Stand by MINI MAG STANDS & DISPLAYS

The stand features two strategically placed pegs that will hold over 100 different action figures, including ones that were produced 30 years ago. The pegs fit perfectly into the holes in the feet of action figures. Launch date: March 2008. 4/24/2008

Repulsor-Power Iron Man by HASBRO INC.

This Iron Man action figure wears the Mark III suit of armor. Launch date: May 23, 2008.
— Iron Man action figures are “out the door,” Robert Tracy, owner of Fun-n-Games in Springfield, Mo., toldTDmonthly in May 2008.
— Marianne Kearns of Second Star to the Right in Bridgehampton, N.Y., named Hasbro action figures as best-sellers in her store.
— The “Iron Man” movie grossed over $104 million opening weekend. 4/22/2008 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Roll Out Command Optimus Prime by HASBRO INC.

Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots, utilizes Auto-Spin Conversion Technology to transform from vehicle to robot. He features a mouth that moves as well as sounds and speech from the Transformers cartoon. The product comes with a toy replica of the double-bladed power axe shown in the animated series. Launch date: Fall 2008. 4/22/2008 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Remote Control Wallcrawler Spider-Man by HASBRO INC.

This remote-controlled Spider-Man uses vacuum-pump technology to move up and down walls. The toy comes with an infrared controller that children or adults simply wear on their wrist to tell Spidey where to go. Launch date: Fall 2008. 4/22/2008 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

HEADBANGERS Basketball by FUNRISE INC.

Test your free throw skills with the HEADBANGERS Big Hoops basketball player. Set up your basketball hoop, place the ball in his palm, aim and bang his head to shoot for 3 points! Available Fall 2008.
Key Features:
Realistic Basketball Player
Basketball Hoop
Basketball
THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED (6.11.10) 4/16/2008 (Price: $19.99)

Walt Disney's “The Gremlins” PVC Set – Gremlin Gus by DARK HORSE COMICS, INC.

This set, developed in conjunction with the creative teams at both Disney and Gentle Giant Studios, captures the zany mischief of Roald Dahl’s “Gremlins” in 3-D. They are whaling away with various implements of destruction, but always with a twinkle in their eyes. “The fact that it is the resurrection of a long-lost Walt Disney/Roald Dahl collaboration makes it very special. If not for Dark Horse bringing The Gremlins back to life and into the 21st century, no one since 1943 would have been able to experience and enjoy the little rascals and all their antics,” Krystin Overstreet, publicity coordinator for Dark Horse Comics, told TDmonthly. Launch date: December 2006. 4/11/2008 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wonder Woman 1:4 Scale Museum Quality Statue by DIAMOND COMIC DISTRIBUTORS

The 18” resin statue is sculpted on a 1:4 scale. The figure carries a shield, sword, eagle-shaped axe and lasso, and is dressed in a fabric outfit consisting of a faux-leather bodice, a flowing cape and star-patterned briefs.  The exclusive, limited edition statue includes a Certificate of Authenticity and is packaged in a four-color box. Launch date: November 5, 2008. 4/7/2008 (Price: $295.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Series 6: Superman Action Figure by DIAMOND COMIC DISTRIBUTORS

The figures in the Series 6 line is based on the story arc “Enemies Among Us.” The articulated Superman action figure stands 6-3/4” tall and comes with a display base, packaged on a clamshell 4/C blister card. Launch date: November 5, 2008. 4/7/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Series 6: Batman Action Figure by DIAMOND COMIC DISTRIBUTORS

The figures in the Series 6 line is based on the story arc “Enemies Among Us.” The articulated Batman action figure stands 6-3/4” tall and comes with a display base, packaged on a clamshell 4/C blister card. Launch date: November 5, 2008. 4/7/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Women of the DC Universe Series 2: Cheetah Bust by DIAMOND COMIC DISTRIBUTORS

Cheetah is one of Wonder Woman’s deadliest foes. This cold-cast porcelain bust of Cheetah measures approximately 5-1/2”H x 2-1/2”W x 4”D. It is packaged in a four-color box. Launch date: April 2008. 4/7/2008 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Harry Potter Hogwarts Express Wooden Sign by NECA

This wooden sign is a replica of the famous sign for the magical Hogwarts Express, from J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter” series. Launch date: May 2007. 4/3/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bruce Lee by SIDESHOW COLLECTIBLES

The 12” articulated figure depicts martial arts master Bruce Lee dressed in authentic costume. The limited edition figure is designed on a 1:6 scale and comes with interchangeable hands, a figure stand and a beautiful display box. 4/3/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Western Mickey by SIDESHOW COLLECTIBLES

The vinyl collectible figure depicts Mickey dressed in cowboy gear, as he appeared in the 1934 classic, “Two-Gun Mickey.” 4/3/2008 (Price: $37.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jack Sparrow Cosbaby by SIDESHOW COLLECTIBLES

The 3” poseable figure features removable accessories and articulation in the head, shoulders and legs. Will Turner, Davy Jones and Sao Feng versions are also available. 4/3/2008 (Price: $6.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pirate Cheshire Cat by SIDESHOW COLLECTIBLES

The 8” collectible vinyl figure depicts the likeness of the Cheshire Cat from Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland,” with a pirate twist. The cat comes in its own custom-designed box. 4/3/2008 (Price: $99.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

James Dean - Cowboy Version by SIDESHOW COLLECTIBLES

The 12” limited-time, collectible figure depicts legendary Hollywood actor James Dean. The figure comes with amazing details, full articulation and plenty of accessories, including fabric clothes, a cowboy hat, a cigarette and a leather-like belt with buckle. Launch date: 2nd Qtr 2008 4/3/2008 (Price: $114.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bakugan Battle Brawlers - Starter Pack by SPIN MASTER TOYS

Bakugan is a strategic card game played with magnetic, spring-loaded marbles that transform into robots. The game spawned an animated series on Cartoon Network, Bakugan Battle Brawlers, which debuted on February 24, 2008, according to Wikipedia. Launch date: February 2008.
— Barbara Vininsky, owner of Blossom & Harry in Montreal, Canada, said in early 2008 that this is her hottest item by far: "It's out of control; I've never seen anything like it." Boys 6 to 9 are snatching it up as fast as she can order, even though her store specializes in clothing and she rarely has hot toys for boys.
— Two of 63 retailers named Bakugan when asked about their overall best-selling toy in September 2008. Tim Hayes, owner of Learning Express in Sudbury, Mass., told TDmonthly in November 2008 that his store sells 500 to 600 units of Bakugan monthly. “We’ve been very fortunate in having shipments,” he said.
— David Marks, owner of Learning Express of Westport in Westport, Conn., lauded Bakugan for its wide range of appeal. "I've been in this business for 13 years and I've never seen a product appeal to kids as young as 5 and as old as 13," he told TDmonthly. ( Watch Video) 4/3/2008 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Keyheads City™ Police Station by LITTLE TIKES INC.

Kids capture the bad guy, throw him into the police wagon and then send him up the elevator to jail. However, the bad guy can escape through the floor or gate, setting off another wild chase. Additionally, inserting the Keyheads into the key slots on the vehicles will set off exciting action and electronic sounds. All Keyhead characters are interchangeable. 3/25/2008 (Price: $14.99)

Star Wars Motorized Walking AT-AT™ by LEGO

When assembled, the All-Terrain Armored Transport (AT-AT) measures over 12” x 14” and is capable of walking forward and backward and moving its head up and down, using the power functions system. The 1,137-piece set includes an opening cockpit, rotating laser cannons, an AT-AT pilot, General Veers, a snow trooper and a rope- and light saber-equipped Luke Skywalker.
— In a late Spring 2011 survey, four out of 12 retailers surveyed said that LEGO Star Wars sets were their best-selling licensed products. six out of 12 mentioned Star Wars in general as being their best-selling licensed property.
— As of 05/12/2011 this product had 3.6 out of 5 stars from 5 reviews on Amazon.com. Cons: Fragile once assembled; does not come with numbered bags, unlike most LEGO sets.
—  “Star Wars is big right now. We sell one or two units of … LEGO every day,” Gary Timmerding, manager of Johnny’s Toys in Covington, Ky., told TDmonthly in April 2008.
— In spring 2008, 16 of 50 retailers singled out LEGO as their best-selling construction toy; four specified Star Wars. 3/24/2008 (Price: $129.99)

Toa Lewa by LEGO

The set’s 52 pieces assemble to create battle-ready Lewa, armed with a fully functional Midak Skyblaster, a razor-sharp sword, wing blades, a Mask of Levitation and a high-tech jet pack. The figure stands 7-1/2” tall. 3/24/2008 (Price: $9.99)