TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Licensed Products Product Category

Hellboy Library Edition Volume 1: Seed of Destruction and Wake the Devil HC by DARK HORSE COMICS, INC.

This 288-page, full-color, deluxe, hardcover edition collects the first two story-arcs in the series: Seed of Destruction and Wake the Devil. Extensive supplemental materials, including previously unreleased sketches and designs, are also included. Launch date: April 30, 2008. 5/5/2008 (Price: $49.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Achewood: The Great Outdoor Fight by DARK HORSE COMICS, INC.

This 96-page, hardbound edition of the comic series features both black and white and full color illustrations. The book measures 9-1/2” x 7-3/4”. Launch date: September 10, 2008. 5/5/2008 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Shadow Boys by ANGEL GATE

The new fantasy-action series revolves around the Shadow Boys, self-named for their ability to hide inside their own shadows. They are a rag-tag group of male fairies kidnapped by a wicked fairywitch intent on seizing the throne of Fairydom. Years later, a prophesy comes true and the boys must battle dark mystical creatures, along with the witch and her army of dragons in a fight for their lives and the fate of their realm. Launch date: July 2008. 5/5/2008 (Price: $16.99)

Anniversary Cabbage Patch Kids® by PLAY ALONG INC.

The Anniversary Cabbage Patch Kids™ bring back the magic of the original 1983 Kids by replicating their vintage fashions, hairstyles and facial expressions. In beautiful keepsake packaging, each of the new Kids has a special “25th anniversary” Xavier Roberts signature and comes with a silver anniversary baby spoon, a commemorative silver-stamped 25th anniversary birth certificate and adoption papers. Launch date: September 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sing and Celebrate Barney™ by PLAY ALONG INC.

Everyone’s favorite purple dinosaur is celebrating 20 years of sharing, caring and imagination with a tee-rific new musical toy suitable for children 18 months and up. Sing and Celebrate Barney has super-dee-duper™ sparkles from head to toe, and Barney’s belly lights up with special stars, hearts and musical notes as it plays three classic Barney songs. Launch date: September 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dance and Sing Hannah Montana by JAKKS PACIFIC INC.

This interactive doll performs more than 16 pre-programmed dance moves on her concert control base, and girls can also make their own moves for her with the base controls. She sings her hit songs "We Got the Party" and "Life's What You Make It," and stands on a stage that lights up. The doll comes with a second outfit, a headset and a guitar. Hannah Montana was named Property of the Year at the 2008 Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards put on by the Toy Industry Association. Launch date: October 2008. 4/22/2008 (Price: $49.99)

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][?]

Furreal Friends Biscuit, My Lovin' Pup by HASBRO INC.

This life-sized Golden Retriever puppy features voice-recognition technology that allows kids to interact with the dog, telling it, for example, to “Lie down” or “Give me a paw.” When touched, sensors on the puppy’s head make his tail wag; he can also bark and move his eyes and ears. The toy comes with a comb and dog bone, and requires six D batteries (not included). Launch date: Fall 2008. 4/22/2008 (Price: $179.99) [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][?]

Hulk Smash Hands by HASBRO INC.

This role-playing toy was created to coincide with the release of Marvel Studios’ “The Incredible Hulk.” Kids activate sound effects by smashing and bashing these super-sized, electronic gloves. Launch date: May 3, 2008. 4/22/2008 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hot Wheels Speed Racer Battle Morph Mach 6 by MATTEL INC.

This “Speed Racer” vehicle comes with a 5” action figure and is designed to battle — once the spoiler is pulled up — with lights, sounds and spring-loaded missiles.
— Phil Wrzensinki, owner and manager of Toy House and Baby Too in Jackson, Miss., told TDmonthly in April 2008 that Speed Racer items by Mattel are among his best-selling licensed items.
— Two of 50 retailers who spoke with TDmonthly in April 2008 named licensed products by Mattel as best-sellers in the licensed toys department.
— Speed Racer is an English adaptation of a Japanese anime series. 4/22/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tonka Go Green Garbage Truck (Co-Collecting Recycle Vehicle) by FUNRISE INC.

Go green! This free wheeling recycling truck teaches environmental responsibility and behavior. This vehicle recognizes if recycled material is placed in the proper bin, and has hands-on features with a bin collector with positive messaging that reinforces recycling, waste sorting lever and 2 waste bins. Available Fall 2008

Key Features:

Real recycling action sounds!
Back lifts and opens manually for easy recycling
Recognizes recycling items! “Good Job!” 4/16/2008 (Price: $39.99)

University Games - The Very Hungry Caterpillar Fun Pockets (Colorforms) by UNIVERSITY GAMES

The playset comes with 22 Coloform pieces that stick to the included play scene. The pieces can be arranged and rearranged, letting the imagination of children run wild on the road. Launch date: November 2007. 4/11/2008 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

University Games - The Very Hungry Caterpillar Fold & Play Travel Set by UNIVERSITY GAMES

The set lets kids take their creations on the road with them.  The set opens up to reveal two large play scenes and Colorforms Stick-Ons™.  A magnetic clasp holds everything in place until the next scene is arranged. The set includes two play scenes and 34 stick-on vinyls. No reading is required. Launch date: November 2007. 4/11/2008 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Team Trading Cards by ART FUTURES INC.

The licensed trading card sets are available for various professional and college football, baseball, basketball and hockey teams. Launch date: February 2008. ( Watch Video) 4/11/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

300 Life-Size Spartan Cape Prop Replica by NECA

This cape is a 1:1 scale replica of the capes worn by the warriors in the movie “300.” The limited edition replica makes a great collector’s item for any Spartan fan. Launch date: August 2007. 4/3/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Princess Bride Tin Lunchbox w/Drink Container by NECA

The tin lunch box comes with a matching drink container. Both pieces feature images from the movie “The Princess Bride.” Launch date: April 2008. 4/3/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Princess Bride Dread Pirate Roberts 7" Action Figure by NECA

The action figure is designed after the likeness of Cary Elwes as the Dread Pirate Roberts in the 1987 movie, “The Princess Bride.” Launch date: April 2008. 4/3/2008 [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][?]

Harry Potter Weasley Clock by NECA

The collectible clock is inspired by the J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter” series. It features an image of Ron Weasley on the hour hand and the name “Ronald” on the minute hand. The rest of the Weasley clan is pictured on the body of the clock. 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][?]