TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Collectibles Product Category

Final Fantasy XIII Shiva by SQUARE ENIX

Sculpted from Final Fantasy XIII's CGI game designs, this PVC Shiva Bike action figure extreme detail and articulation. It measures about 8.5" and comes packaged in a window box. 8/11/2010 (Price: $199.99)

Devil May Cry 4 Nero by SQUARE ENIX

This PVC action figure, based on the video game character, features full articulation and detailed weapons and accessories. The figure stands about 8" tall. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010

Metal Gear Solid Peacewalker Snake by SQUARE ENIX

This PVC action figure, based on the video game character, features full articulation and detailed weapons and accessories. The figure stands about 8" tall. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 (Price: $49.99)

Bayonetta and Jeanne Figures by SQUARE ENIX

These Bayonetta PVC action figures feature full articulation and detailed weapons and accessories. Each figure stands about 9" tall. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010

Captain America Bust Bank by MONOGRAM INTERNATIONAL INC.

Measuring 7.5" x 5.25" x 2.5," this bust bank is made from both hard and soft plastics, and features the image of the iconic superhero Captain America. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Iron Man Bust Bank by MONOGRAM INTERNATIONAL INC.

Measuring 7.5" x 5.25" x 2.5," this Iron Man bust bank is made from both hard and soft plastics, and features the armor iteration from the film "Iron Man 2." ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Commander Bly Mini Bust by GENTLE GIANT LTD.

This intricately detailed bust is based on the original concept art from the Star Wars films. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 (Price: $60.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pullip Elisabeth Vampire Doll by JUN PLANNING USA

This Pullip vampire doll stands over 12" tall, and comes with removable fangs, hair accessories, a necklace and a doll stand. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 (Price: $169.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dal Ende Vampire Doll by JUN PLANNING USA

Dal has entered Pullip's vampire world. Dal Ende stands nearly 11" tall and comes with removable fangs, a headdress and a doll stand. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 (Price: $169.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Byul Lilith Vampire Doll by JUN PLANNING USA

Byul has entered Pullip's vampire world. Byul Lilith stands nearly 11" tall and comes with removable fangs and a doll stand. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 (Price: $169.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Darth Vader Force FX Light Saber by HASBRO INC.

This official replica of Darth Vader’s lightsaber from "Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back" features a glowing red blade that “ignites” with realistic power-up and power-down effects. The blade includes four motion sensor-controlled sound effects and comes with a display base. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 (Price: $109.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Star Wars Anakin Force FX Light Saber by HASBRO INC.

This official replica of Anakin’s lightsaber from "Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith" features a glowing, bright blue blade that “ignites” with realistic power-up and power-down effects. The blade includes four motion sensor-controlled sound effects and comes with a display base.
— Gwen Bowden, Manager of Doodlehopper 4 Kids in    Springfield, Ill., told TDmonthly that her best-selling licensed products were all Star Wars-themed: "everything from action figures to light sabers. We sell lots- probably 14 each month of different things."
— As of 05/13/2011 this product had 4.5 out of 5 stars from 28 reviews on Amazon.com. Pros: Accurate representation of the lightsaber from Revenge of the Sith; good sound effects. Cons: Blade does not sit securely in the hilt; when used too vigorously, the blade can lose touch with the base plate and not light up. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 (Price: $109.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Stormtrooper by GENTLE GIANT LTD.

This 12" figure replicates the original vintage Star Wars Stormtrooper action figure. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Darth Vader Bust by GENTLE GIANT LTD.

This intricately detailed bust is based on the original concept art from the Star Wars films. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 (Price: $75.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Star Wars Han in Stormtrooper by GENTLE GIANT LTD.

This bust is based on the original concept art from the Star Wars films. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 (Price: $45.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pan's Labyrinth Pale Man Mini Bust by GENTLE GIANT LTD.

This 8" bust replicates the character from acclaimed director Guillermo Del Toro's dark fairytale. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 (Price: $70.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pan's Labyrinth Faun Mini Bust by GENTLE GIANT LTD.

This 8" bust replicates the character from acclaimed director Guillermo Del Toro's dark fairytale. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 (Price: $70.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hellboy Animated Action Figure by GENTLE GIANT LTD.

This 10" rotocast animated action figure features 16 points of articulation and wears the film and comic character's signature trenchcoat. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Harry Potter Lucius Malfoy Mini Bust by GENTLE GIANT LTD.

This intricately detailed limited-edition bust is based on the character from the Harry Potter films. ( Watch Video) 8/11/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Iwako Unicorn Erasers by BC INDUSTRIES

These unicorn erasers have removable puzzle parts so they can be taken apart and reassembled. The collection includes six pastel colors.
— In summer 2010, Margy Peine, owner of Tree House Toys in Cumberland, Md., told TDmonthly her store sells about 75 Japanese erasers per month.
— Thirteen percent of 38 specialty retailers named Japanese erasers a best-selling product in July 2010.
— Linda Laramy, owner of Crackerjacks in Easton, Md., told TDmonthly in an October 2011 survey that they don't sell many tween items other than collectible erasers, which they sell about 4 dozen of each month. 8/10/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Evil Icecream Figures by DKE TOYS DISTRIBUTION

These vinyl toys are each sold individually in a window box. The figures 2" to 5" and include the characters Evil Icecream, Ice Clown, Creepsicles and Zit Chip.
— Jennifer Schneeweis, owner of Izilla Toys in Seattle, told TDmonthly in summer 2010, "I've ... done really well with vinyl figurines from DKE. The Kidrobot-type stuff is everywhere, and these are different and new."
— In a July 2010 survey, five percent of 38 specialty retailers named vinyl toys a top-selling collectible. 8/9/2010 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dolly Pink by COROLLE DOLLS

This stylish 16" Les Dollies doll comes with a bright, bold outfits and colorful hair rooted hair to match. She has a vinyl face and a soft cloth body.
— In a summer 2010 TDmonthly survey, two of 38 toy and gift retailers named dolls a best-selling collectible. One retailer cited Corolle as a top brand. 8/9/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Silly Bandz Zoo by BCP IMPORTS LLC

This 24-pack includes giraffes, flamingos, elephants, hippos, kangaroos and rhinos. Silly Bandz bracelets are designed to be collected, worn and traded with friends.
— In July 2010, Richard Gibson, owner of Learning Express of Newton in Newton, Mass., told TDmonthly of rubber band bracelets, “We've always had them, (but) they just started getting hot. Kids come in with 30 or 40 on their hands, then they trade them. All of a sudden, they just kind of took off."
— In a summer 2010 survey, eight of 38 retailers named rubber band bracelets a best-selling collectible item.
— TDmonthly  first reported on kids collecting rubber band animals back in 2005. 8/9/2010 (Price: $4.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Iwako Donut Erasers by BC INDUSTRIES

These donut erasers have interchangeable parts that can be removed and reassembled. They come in six colors and are available in "vanilla" and "chocolate" versions.
— In summer 2010, nine of 38 specialty retailers told TDmonthly that Japanese erasers are a top-selling collectible item. Nancy Hanson of The Toy Box in Friday Harbor, Wash., cited sales of four to five Iwako erasers each day. 8/9/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pawparazzi™ Salsa - Latina Singing Sensation Set by NOODLE HEAD INC.

Salsa comes in a fully packed set that highlights her Singing Sensation personality. The box set comes with pet Salsa, purse, blanket, guitar and sparkling dress, trading card, and an 8.5" x 11" Pet Poster. The entire packaging also doubles as a playstage to further increase the play value and collectibility of these Little Pets Living Big Lives. ( Watch Video) 8/9/2010 (Price: $21.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]