Representing the Witness Security and Protection Program, this 12" figure is outfitted for action and even has a real leather gun holster plus a Black Wolffe ballistics vest. Launch date: October 24, 2008.

Was King Arthur real? What were the coolest weapons that knights carried? How were castles built? And what was the best way to capture one? Kids will learn the answers to these questions along with countless other facts in this fascinating introduction to the world of medieval knights and castles. It includes 16 custom chess pieces, a 24-page fact-book and two games: Chess and Capture the Castle. Launch date: September 2008.

This highly detailed figurine is hand-painted and historically accurate. Almost all Papo Figurines can stand on their own or ride any of the horses. "The concept of creative imaginative play continues to be something that retailers and parents are very pleased with," Larry Hotaling, president of Hotaling Imports, Papo’s U.S. distributor, told TDmonthly. "It’s something that’s [otherwise] lacking with today’s children ... Papo’s been very well received." Launch date: April 2008.
—  “They're popular because they're cool. [Kids] can play with them alone, or here in the store.  They'll sit down on the playmat and they'll set up their guys, and they'll have wars,” said Linda Angel, owner of Kidoodles Toys in Norman, Okla., of the popularity of her Papo figurines. “The girls are buying the princess fantasy and fairy tale figures. And when they're not playing with them they make great room art and [the kids] can display them.”
—  Eight percent of 64 retailers named Papo as their best-selling line of collectibles in August 2008.

Two-inch-tall Birdie Girl is an eligible bachelorette with fresh breath and no signs of aging. She is designed by Tummie.

Monsterpocalypse is a fast-moving, action-packed strategy game played with high quality collectible miniatures portraying the most fearsome giant monsters ever imagined. Each battle takes place in a city, which opposing players construct by placing models of buildings on a city map. Players will then build their force from their respective collection of models. Each force will consist of a giant monster model, and several supporting units (tanks, flying vehicles or creatures — depending upon which of the themed factions you decide to play). Purchasing Booster Boxes will expand your collection, giving you more tactical options and abilities to better suit your strategy. Launch date: October 10, 2008.

This action figure portrays the Joker character in Warner Bros.' 2008 movie "The Dark Knight." Launch date: 2008.

Kids can build an army of Clone Troopers with this set, which includes four figurines plus a blaster turret and speeder bike.
— Dean Smith, Owner of JaZams in Princeton, N.J., told TDmonthly in late Spring 2011 that he sells "at least" 20 of these LEGO sets each month.
— As of 05/13/2011 this product had 4.5 out of 5 stars from 20 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Detailed; the speeder vehicle included is fun and seats two clones; good for travel because of their smaller scale. Cons: One reviewer complained there weren't enough figures included in the set.
— "Every time there's a new Star Wars LEGO, it blows right out the door," Joe Berardoni, owner of Pun's Toy Shop in Bryn Mawr, Pa., told TDmonthly in September 2008. He and one other retailer, out of 63 polled, mentioned LEGO when discussing best-selling products.
— “Star Wars Lego has been insane at our store,” said Michelle Smith of Piccolo Mondo Toys in Portland, Ore., at the end of 2008.

The 30 multi-part miniatures included in this kit are made of hard plastic and stand 28mm tall. They come with 15, full-color shield stickers and are unpainted and unassembled.

This set features 30 multi-part hard plastic Imperial Roman Legionaries that are 28mm tall. The unassembled unpainted figurines come with full-color waterslide shield transfers as well as extra helmets, shields, pila and more.

By toy designer Maria Sarmiento, these vinyl, 2.5" figurines have articulated heads and are single-boxed. The first series features 10 characters (Super K, Kumaniac, Graphitti, Nippon, Metal Kiss, Geek, Polar Madness, Samurai, Love and YII). The limited edition line contains only 500 units per character. Launch date: December 2, 2004.

Also known as urban vinyl, Gonks have a high bounce-ball head and poseable arms. Standing 3" tall, each has its own name and personality. The collection of art toys includes Flipps, Slick, Binko, Be-Bop, Bernie and Bonko. Gonks combine "super-unique urban vinyl and distinct artwork," Kate O'Donnell, sales and marketing assistant for Schylling Toys, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 1, 2008.

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 giraffe. Meticulously painted by hand, phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Size: 10.75”L x 5” H. Ages: 3+. View our entire collection at safariltd.com.

This series consists of a variety of oceans creatures from around the world which are meticulously painted by hand, phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Size: 5.75" L x 2.25" H. View our entire collection at safariltd.com

Safari has an extensive collection of Incredible Creatures from alligator snapping turtles to hermit crabs to flying tree frogs and many more. Intricately detailed and hand painted, they will ignite the imagination and stimulate the curiosity of any child. Phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Size: 5”L x 2” H. Ages: 3+. View our entire collection at safariltd.com.

Safari has an extensive collection of Incredible Creatures from alligator snapping turtles to hermit crabs to flying tree frogs and many more. Intricately detailed and hand painted, they will ignite the imagination and stimulate the curiosity of any child. Phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Size: 9.25”L x 1.5” H. Ages: 3+.View our entire collection at safariltd.com.

This playful set captures all of the danger of the swamps and everglades. This collection consists of 10 different pieces. Perfect impulse buy item near the register. Packaged in a reusable acetate tube. Meticulously painted by hand, phthalate free and safety tested. Size: 9.25”L x 2” H. Ages: 3+. View our entire collection at safariltd.com.

The Phoenix is part of a stunning new collection of mystifying mythical creatures based on ancient mythology. This collection consists of Poseidon, a Sea Dragon, a Griffin, Pegasus, a Minotaur and a Mermaid. Meticulously painted by hand, phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Size: 4.5”L x 5.5” H. Ages: 3+. View our entire collection at safariltd.com.

Safari has an extensive collection of Incredible Creatures from alligator snapping turtles to hermit crabs to flying tree frogs and many more. Intricately detailed and hand painted, they will ignite the imagination and stimulate the curiosity of any child. Phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Size: 9.25”L x 2” H. Ages: 3+.View our entire collection at safariltd.com.

The Carnegie Museum of Natural History dinosaurs are the world's premier line of collectible, to scale dinosaur replicas. These dinosaurs have been researched and authenticated by the paleontologists at the museum. Their scale is either 1:20 or 1:40. Meticulously painted by hand, phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Size: 23” L x 6” H. Ages: 3+. View our entire collection at safariltd.com.

Our Wild Safari® Wildlife Hyena is meticulously painted by hand and phthalate free. Developed with the approval of leading animal experts, these replicas are just like the real thing. 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: 4.5” L x 2.5” H. Ages: 3+. View our entire collection at safariltd.com.

These irresistible sea turtle hatchlings come out of their shells to remind us of the circle of life. Perfect impulse buy item near the register and are available loose in bins. Meticulously painted by hand, phthalate free and safety tested. Size: 5” D x 3.5” H. Ages: 5+. View our entire collection at safariltd.com.

These playful dragons capture the spirit of those illusive mythological creatures. Perfect impulse buy item near the register and are available loose in bins. Meticulously painted by hand, phthalate free and safety tested. Size: 5” D x 3.5” H. Ages: 5+. View our entire collection at safariltd.com.

Jumbo-sized and child-friendly wildlife wonders of the world. Designed to be lightweight and soft to the touch. This series consists of an elephant, a tiger, a giraffe, a rhino, a zebra, a hippopotamus, a gorilla and a polar bear. Meticulously painted by hand, phthalate free and safety tested. Each comes with an educational hang tag in 5 languages. Size: 10” L x 5.5” H. Ages 3+. View our entire collection at safariltd.com.

 The Ancient Egypt Toob® features replicas that range in size from 1.5" to 3" H (4 to 7.5 cm). All of Safari's products are phthalate-free and thoroughly safety tested to safeguard children's health.

Republican VP contender  Sarah Palin is immortalized in this superhero action figure, which sports a 45-caliber sidearm. An excutive version is available for $27.95. Launch date: September 8, 2008