June 2008 New Toys — Collectibles

Fantasy Figure Gallery: Akira (Dorian Cleavenger) by YAMATO USA

At last!  Gorgeous, resin-quality fantasy figures made affordable through advanced PVC technology in a groundbreaking collection that brings together the vision of legendary fantasy artists of Europe and the Americas with the unrivaled talent of leading Asian sculptors.  First in the series, Akira. Sculpted by Plant-jzero Moekichi, Akira brings to life the rich imagination of world renowned artist Dorian Cleavenger in a piece of such egnimatic beauty that we dare liken it to a modern Mona Lisa. A genuine piece of art, Akira stands approximately 10.50”, 15.00” with ornamental staff and themed display base; is constructed of over 100 pieces; and features over 400 paint applications, twice the conventional statue, all for a suggested retail price far less than you would imagine. 6/27/2008 (Price: $98.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

GN-U DOU: Machine Robo, the Revenge of Chronos - Kenryu by YAMATO USA

"Wherever there is darkness, there is light. Wherever there is evil there is also good! The emissary from the heavens, Kenryū, is here!"  Yamato continues its action figure tribute to the giant robots of Japanese anime with GN-U DOU: Kenryu, its first piece from the classic anime Machine Robo: Revenge of Cronos better known as the basis for GoBots.  Made with safe, high quality non-phthalate PVC and ABS materials, Yamato's GN-U DOU: Kenryu measures approximately 5.00”, features over 30 points of articulation, and includes interchangeable parts and themed weaponry all packaged in collectors style window boxes.  And as with all of Yamato's GN-U DOU, Kenryu employs a new, revolutionary frame system for ultra cool posings straight from the anime, while the outer coverings express the unique detail of the character. 6/27/2008 (Price: $35.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Creators' Labo #005: Mine bluE #010 (White) by YAMATO USA

From the CREATORS’ LABO, Yamato reveals its latest masterwork: Mine bluE #10.  Based upon the illustration of the same name from mangaka Mine Yoshizaki (Sgt. Frog)'s illustration book Mine bluE, this delightful 1/7 scale PVC statue features the sculpting talent of Sunny Day of the four person team Cerebus Project TM.  Ride away with Mine bluE #10 which comes complete with motorcycle and mirrored base all packaged in a collector's style window box. 6/27/2008 (Price: $68.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jellyfish Mood Lamp by YAMATO USA

You don't have to be a stressed Japanese businessman to appreciate the Jelly Fish Mood Lamp!  This is the perfect "IYASHI" amenity for people of any age or background.  In Japanese, iyashi means "therapeutic and healing effect"; but no translation is needed once you see this nifty item in action and feel the waves of calmness wash over you.   The set includes 3 jellyfish (2 small, 1 large), tank, backdrop, led light display with 5-color changing effect, and quiet motor with automatic shut-off function.  The look and movement of these jellyfish is so natural that you'll wonder if they are real; but please don't try to feed them.  The Jellyfish Mood Lamp is a perfect gift -- quick to set up, easy to care for, and hours of stress free therapy. 6/27/2008 (Price: $50.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Grumman F3F-1 1/48 Die Cast Model by Hobby Master

This limited edition, 1/48 scale die cast model of an F3F-1 - the last American biplane fighter delivered to the U.S. Navy - flown by the commanding officer of VF-3 stationed on the USS Saratoga (CV-3) in October, 1940, features textured surface details, wire wing rigging, a detailed cockpit with a pilot figure, a rotating propeller, realistic M2 machine guns, removable wing-mounted bombs, optional position landing gear with real rubber tires, the squadron's Felix the Cat insignia on the fuselage, and more. 8" wingspan; includes a display stand. This pre-WWII model includes wire wing rigging. Launch date: August 2008. 6/25/2008 (Price: $54.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

P-39Q Airacobra 1/72 Die Cast Model by Hobby Master

Replicating Cobra I, a modified P-39Q that — flown by Jack Woolams of the Skylanes Unlimited Racing Team — was lost over Lake Ontario three days before it was to compete in the 1946 Thompson Trophy race, this 1/72 scale die cast Hobby Master model features engraved panel lines, a detailed cockpit with a removable canopy and a pilot figure, a rotating propeller, optional position tricycle landing gear with real rubber tires, an authentic paint scheme, and more. 5-1/2" wingspan; includes a display stand. Launch date: August 2008. 6/25/2008 (Price: $29.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Christmas Carolers: "Debonair Dave and Aunt Shirley" by KURT S. ADLER INC.

“Debonair Dave” and “Aunt Shirley” are two of Jacqueline Kent’s “Christmas Carolers”. Jacqueline’s carolers are inspired by memories of cheerful carolers from when she was a young girl in London, England. She has created these pieces to bring joy and happiness into each of our homes. Both carolers hold a sheet of music in their hands. Suggested retail price is $100.00 each. 6/20/2008 (Price: $100.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Life's Everyday Moments: "Love Letters" by KURT S. ADLER INC.

This elderly couple is part of Jacqueline Kent’s “Life’s Everyday Moments.” Seated on a bench with a box of love letters next to them, this couple reminisces about their life spent together. Jacqueline has skillfully sculpted their faces to radiate feelings of love. This item includes the bench and box of letters. Suggested retail price is $310.00. 6/20/2008 (Price: $310.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Personality Plush: "Hugs" by KURT S. ADLER INC.

This huggable bear is part of Jacqueline Kent’s “Personality Plush” collection. Jacqueline bases this cute and cuddly collection on her love for children and animals. The face of Hugs was sculpted with love and care, and he is adored by both children and adults. With an infectious smile on his face, and his arms wide open, Hugs is ready to wrap you in a big bear hug. Wearing blue and green ribbons around his neck, this brown bear is 11” tall. Suggested retail price is $55.00. 6/20/2008 (Price: $55.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Berenguer Boutique - Tiny Steps by DOLLS BY BERENGUER

The 5” doll comes dressed in a soft, knitted, matching bootie. A blue version is also available. “Their adorable packaging with a bow and gift tag makes them the perfect present!” Melaine Diaz of JC Toys Group Inc. told TDmonthly. Launch date: Summer 2008. 6/16/2008 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Berenguer Boutique -14" La Newborns in Knitted Outfits by DOLLS BY BERENGUER

Each baby in the trio is life-like, weighing like a real baby and featuring jointed heads and limbs. Each poseable doll is sold separately. “Their amazingly life-like expressions make these beautiful dolls unique,” Melaine Diaz of JC Toys Group Inc. told TDmonthly. “They are each wearing soft, knitted outfits and caps to match.” Launch date: Summer 2008. 6/16/2008 (Price: $59.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Color Zoo Gift Set by ALLEN AVE., LLC

The plush set includes Bailey the Bear, Ellis the Elephant, Rory the Rabbit, Grady the Giraffe and Paige the Penguin. Other fabric patterns are available. 6/16/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Heavenly Handfuls Baby Jingles by ASHTON-DRAKE COLLECTIBLES

These little baby monkeys are the first in the Heavenly Handfuls collection. Each poseable doll is measures just 5” in length. 6/16/2008

Metalocalypse by SHOCKER TOYS

The fully painted action figures of Dethklok, the undisputed greatest animated metal band in the galaxy featured on “Metalocalypse” stand 5-1/2” tall. The collectible action figure line will consist of band members Nathan Explosion, Skwisgaar Skwigelf, Toki Wartooth, Pickles and William Murderface and a secret pack in. Launch date: July 2008. 6/16/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Chaotic Trading Card Game Zenith of the Hive Booster Series by 4KIDS ENTERTAINMENT

With the exciting new stories centered on Illexia, the terrifying Danian Queen, Zenith of the Hive introduces new game mechanics and features new army powers including, Infection, Disarm, Defender and Element Proof as well as new twists on existing powers such as Invisibility and Hive. Zenith of the Hive adds 100 new Chaotic Cards into circulation, including 35 Creatures, 10 Battlegear, 20 Attacks, 10 Locations and 25 Mugic™. Each pack includes nine cards with two rare foil cards. Additionally, one in three booster packs will include a Parasite Token Card to track the Hive’s infestation. Launch date: April 16, 2008. 6/16/2008 (Price: $3.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hillary Clinton Laughing Pen by KAMHI WORLD

The limited edition pen features the head of Hillary Clinton, with a moveable mouth. Production of this collectible, retractable pen is limited to 5,000 pieces. 6/16/2008 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sagat by SOTA TOYS INC.

This limited edition statue is the third piece in the Sota Street Fighter Resin line. The highly detailed 12” scaled figure features Sagat clutching his scarred chest. Launch date: September 2008. 6/16/2008 (Price: $119.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Color Zoo - Taylor the Turtle by ALLEN AVE., LLC

This vintage-patterned turtle is handmade in 100% cotton cover. 6/10/2008 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Color Zoo - Grady the Giraffe by ALLEN AVE., LLC

Grady the Giraffe stands upright at an impressive and regal 17” tall and features limited edition vintage patterns. All handmade in 100% cotton cover. Three patterns are available. 6/10/2008 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tech Deck Dudes Street Crew by SPIN MASTER TOYS

Each pack comes with a dude with magnetized feet, a magnetized skateboard, a story about the dude and either a “jigsaw” piece of sidewalk and posing stand or a skate-able street obstacle. Launch date: 2008.
— “Know what's good? The Tech Dudes — they’re from Spin Master” Carol Knight, owner of The Toy Store in Ketchum, Idaho, told TDmonthly in May 2008.
— “They call it specialty action figures,” Knight told TDmonthly in May 2008.
— The Dudes can be collected to build a Dude Street Pack diorama. 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][?]

Light & Sound Police – Rough Riders Monster Vehicle by EJ TOYS AND GIFTS

The 3-1/2” vehicle is modeled on a 1:64 scale. It features both die-cast and plastic parts, pull-back action, working suspension and real siren sounds.
— “My best die-cast vehicle would be school buses or police cars. … [We sell] maybe 10 to 15 of each … primarily from Schylling and EJ Enterprises,” Anna Barr, owner of Anna’s Toy Depot in Austin, Texas, told TDmonthly in May 2008.
— When TDmonthly spoke with 55 specialty retailers in May 2008, two singled-out police cars as their best-selling die-cast vehicle.
— It’s “a great toy for that boy with a vivid imagination,” Millie Szerman, a representative for EJ Enterprises, told TDmonthly in May 2008. 6/9/2008 (Price: $5.95)

Die-Cast Fire Engines by SCHYLLING

The die-cast fire engine is modeled on a 1:43 scale. It comes in assorted styles and features pull-back motor action.
— “We sell a lot of … the little die-cast fire engines,” Bob and Mary Sisson, owners of Kazoodles in Vancouver, Wash., told TDmonthly in May 2008.
— “We sell a ton [of die-cast vehicles] — mostly Schylling,” Tyson Varney, manager of Playthings in Madison, Wis., told TDmonthly in May 2008.
— Teresa Derry, owner of Annie's Toy Chest in Cocoa, Fl., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2011 survey that fire engines from Schylling, Toysmith, and EJ's are among her best-selling die-cast toys. 6/9/2008 (Price: $4.99)

Die-Cast Supersonic Jets by SCHYLLING

The die-cast jet features pull-back motor action and a button that activates “take-off” sounds.
— “What does really well in die-cast are the Supersonic Jet Flyers from Schylling — they fly out the door,” Fran Anaya, owner of Golden Aspen Toys in Flagstaff, Ariz., told TDmonthly in spring 2008. “About a month ago, I ordered four boxes (six in each box) and I [already] have to reorder.”
— “My jet planes are my best ones,” echoed Janet Gregory, owner of Over the Rainbow Toy Store in Anchorage, Alaska. “[We sell] probably a dozen or so per month.”
— More than 9 percent of retailers who spoke with TDmonthly in May 2008 named die-cast vehicles by Schylling as their best-selling die-cast. Two of 49 retailers said in July 2009 that Supersonic Jets are their top-selling die-cast. 6/9/2008 (Price: $4.99)