| May 2008 Mattel Q&A (Round 2) |
 Answers from Mattel to several questions about their toy product lines.
[Updated 5/15/2008]
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| Dr. Who, Teen Titans, Marvel Mighty Muggs at YouBuyNow.com |
 Online retailer YouBuyNow.com has many new items in stock and available for pre-ordering, such as the Teen Titans action figures from DC Direct, action figures and a remote control Dalek from Dr. Who, a new series of Marvel Mighty Muggs, and more.
[Updated 5/15/2008]
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| Hasbro Reacquires Sunbow Library |
 Hasbro has reacquired distribution rights to their classic animation, including GI Joe and Transformers.
[Updated 5/15/2008]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of May 12 |
 There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 5/15/2008]
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| Sideshow's Comic-Con Exclusive Pre-Orders |
 Sideshow Collectibles has a schedule for when you can pre-order which of their 2008 Comic-Con exclusive items.
[Updated 5/15/2008]
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| DC Direct Arrivals Update |
 An update on which DC Direct products are shipping in the coming weeks.
[Updated 5/14/2008]
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| 100 Item Sale at Big Bad Toy Store |
 Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Transformers, Predator collectibles, GI Joe action figures, and more.
[Updated 5/14/2008]
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| May 17: Build-A-Bear Stuffed with Hugs Day |
 May 17, 2008, is "Stuffed with Hugs Day" at Build-A-Bear stores, when you can make a White Fluffy Puppy to be donated.
[Updated 5/14/2008]
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| Toy Sculpting at Wizard World Philly |
 The 2008 Wizard World Philadelphia convention will include several panel sessions on the topic of sculpting toys.
[Updated 5/13/2008]
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| Star Trek, Artfx Statues, Living Dead Dolls at Urban-Collector |
 Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Star Trek action figures, several statues from Artfx, Living Dead Dolls series 16, and more.
[Updated 5/13/2008]
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| TRU Names Four Summer Toy Trends |
 Toys'R'Us has named four summer trends in toys to get kids off the couch.
[Updated 5/13/2008]
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| Marvel Knights Panel at Wizard World Philadelphia |
The 2008 Wizard World Philadelphia convention will include a panel in honor of the 10th anniversary of the Marvel Knights comic imprint.
[Updated 5/13/2008]
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| May 2008 Hasbro Star Wars Q&A (Part One) |
Answers from Hasbro to three questions about their Star Wars product lines.
[Updated 5/09/2008]
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| Costumes, Appleseed, Peanuts, AvP at Alter Ego Comics |
 Online retailer Alter Ego Comics has a variety of new toys and collectibles in stock and available for pre-order, including costumes and period clothing, Appleseed action figures and model kits, vinyl dolls based on the Peanuts, and more.
[Updated 5/09/2008]
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| eBay's Top-Selling US Markets |
 eBay has crunched their numbers and announced the ten US cities which sell the most on the eBay service.
[Updated 5/09/2008]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of May 5 |
There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 5/09/2008]
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| Smallville, Dr. Who, Devil May Cry 3, Classic Kung Fu at YouBuyNow.com |
Online retailer YouBuyNow.com has many new items in stock and available for pre-ordering, such as the Smallville action figures from DC Direct, a remote control Dalek from Dr. Who, a statue from Devil May Cry 3, and more.
[Updated 5/09/2008]
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| Marvel Super Hero Squad Video Game |
 In Fall 2009, THQ will release video games based on the Marvel Super Hero Squad property.
[Updated 5/08/2008]
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| Marvel Reports Q1 2008 Results |
Marvel has reported their First Quarter 2008 financial results, with details about upcoming film, cartoon, and video game projects.
[Updated 5/08/2008]
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| Batman: The Dark Knight Bat Logo MP3 Player |
 Popbox Collectibles is releasing a variety of unique items based on Batman: the Dark Knight.
[Updated 5/08/2008]
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| Ben 10 Alien Force: Game Creator |
 The Cartoon Network has launched a build-a-game feature on their Ben 10 web site - fans can create their own Ben 10 action adventure game.
[Updated 5/07/2008]
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| May 8: Clone Wars Trailer |
 On May 8, 2008, the first theatrical trailer for Star Wars: the Clone Wars will air on Turner Networks and will also be available online.
[Updated 5/07/2008]
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| New GI Joes at SmallJoes.com |
 Online retailer SmallJoes.com has new GI Joe action figures in stock, including store-exclusive Senior Ranking Officer 3-packs.
[Updated 5/07/2008]
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| DC Direct Arrivals Update |
An update on which DC Direct products are shipping in the coming weeks.
[Updated 5/06/2008]
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| Kung Fu Panda Plush at Kohl's |
 Kohl's stores are carrying Kung Fu Panda plush toys with a movie storybook. Proceeds benefit the Kohl's Cares for Kids program.
[Updated 5/06/2008]
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| Narnia: Price Caspian Toys |
 Disney has released a summary of the toys for the film "The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian."
[Updated 5/06/2008]
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| May 2008 Mattel Q&A (Round 1) |
Answers from Mattel to several questions about their toy product lines.
[Updated 5/06/2008]
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| Avengers #1 Minimates Box Set |
 Diamond Select Toys is releasing a box set of Marvel Minimates depicting four of the original Avengers: Iron Man, the Incredible Hulk, Wasp, and Ant-Man.
[Updated 5/06/2008]
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| SW Super Deformed Plush, Battlestar Galactica at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Star Wars plush toys, Battlestar Galactica statues and model kits, DC Direct action figures, and more.
[Updated 5/05/2008]
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| Todd McFarlane Update: May 5 |
 The May 5, 2008 issue of The Todd McFarlane Update free email newsletter from McFarlane Toys.
[Updated 5/05/2008]
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| Wrestlers at Wizard World Philadelphia |
Wizard Entertainment has announced several wrestling legends and superstars who are appearing at the 2008 Wizard World Philadelphia convention.
[Updated 5/05/2008]
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| 15% Off Sale at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Transformers, Indiana Jones, Iron Man, and more.
[Updated 5/03/2008]
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| Indiana Jones Toy Mail-in Offers |
The Indiana Jones action figures from Hasbro have mail-in offers on them - find out what you need to save up to get the main-in toys.
[Updated 5/03/2008]
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| Heroes: Future Hiro Action Figure |
 Mezco has announced that the "Future Hiro" action figure from their Heroes series will be available at summer conventions and also through their Mezco Direct web site.
[Updated 5/03/2008]
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| Iron Man, Thor Hammer, Predator, Smallville at Alter Ego Comics |
Online retailer Alter Ego Comics has a variety of new toys and collectibles in stock and available for pre-order, including oodles of Iron Man collectibles, a replica of Thor's Hammer, Smallville action figures, and more. They have also announced their giveaway for May.
[Updated 5/03/2008]
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| PlanToys: How to Buy a Green Toy |
 PlanToys has some tips to offer when purchasing green toys. Handily, they also have been making eco-friendly toys since 1981.
[Updated 5/03/2008]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of April 28 |
There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 5/03/2008]
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| New Gods, Hulk, Artfx Statues, SW Kustomz at YouBuyNow.com |
Online retailer YouBuyNow.com has many new items in stock and available for pre-ordering, such as the New Gods action figures from DC Direct, Jack Sparrow and Master Chief statues from Artfx, tons of Hulk movie goodies, and more.
[Updated 5/02/2008]
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| Stargate Atlantis Series 3 Figures |
 Diamond Select Toys has announced a third series of action figures based on the Stargate Atlantis tv series.
[Updated 5/01/2008]
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| Nickelodeon Terrarium Kits |
 DuneCraft is releasing several plant kits based on Nickelodeon characters such as Dora, Diego, and Spongebob.
[Updated 5/01/2008]
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| Disney's WALL-E & Tinker Bell Robotic Toys |
 Disney has teamed with WowWee and Thinkway Toys to release robotic toys based on their WALL-E and Tinker Bell characters.
[Updated 5/01/2008]
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| Indiana Jones at SmallJoes.com |
Online retailer SmallJoes.com has a variety of Indiana Jones action figures available, including 3-3/4" and 12" figures.
[Updated 5/01/2008]
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| May 3: Free Comic Book Day |
 The seventh annual Free Comic Book Day event will be Saturday, May 3, 2008.
[Updated 4/30/2008]
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| Tandem Twin Animal Girl Dog Bonnie |
In late Summer 2008, Yamato USA will release another in their Tandem Twin Animal Girls series.
[Updated 4/30/2008]
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| DC Direct Arrivals Update |
An update on which DC Direct products are shipping in the coming weeks.
[Updated 4/30/2008]
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| CustomCon 20 Entry Deadline: June 16 |
 CustomCon 20 has been announced for July 2008.
[Updated 4/29/2008]
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| Todd McFarlane Update: April 28 |
The April 28, 2008 issue of The Todd McFarlane Update free email newsletter from McFarlane Toys.
[Updated 4/29/2008]
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| Living Dead Dolls Warehouse Find |
 Mezco Direct has made a warehouse find of several dozen more sets of Series 15 Living Dead Doll variants.
[Updated 4/29/2008]
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| LEGO Indy Mini-Movie on Cartoon Network |
 On May 10, 2008, the Cartoon Network will air the four-minute "LEGO Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Brick."
[Updated 4/28/2008]
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| Eggplant-sama & Ringo Noyamano PVC Statues |
Yamato has two new PVC statues in their Story! Image! Figure! collection.
[Updated 4/28/2008]
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| Iron Man, Batman Dark Knight, The Spirit, Muppets at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Iron Man action figures and statues, Batman Dark Knight collectibles, Muppets plush toys, and more.
[Updated 4/28/2008]
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| Yamato's Variable Motion Figures |
In Summer 2008, Yamato is releasing a new format of large-scale (1:7) action figures, calling them Variable Motion Figures. The first figure to be released will be Motoko Kusanagi.
[Updated 4/28/2008]
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| May 2008: Warriors of the Zodiac |
 McFarlane Toys will release the first four Warriors of the Zodiac action figures: Aries, Tuarus, Gemini, and Cancer.
[Updated 4/28/2008]
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| Best Buy-Exclusive South Park Figures |
 Best Buy is offering two exclusive action figures from Mezco's South Park series: Motorcycle Cop Cartman and Frozen Kenny.
[Updated 4/28/2008]
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| June 2008: Legend of the BladeHunters |
McFarlane Toys will be releasing the first series of Legend of the BladeHunters action figures in June 2008 - there are four single-pack action figures and a box set.
[Updated 4/28/2008]
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| GI Joe 25th, Comics, Elite Force at SmallJoes.com |
Online retailer SmallJoes.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock including GI Joe 25th anniversary action figures, as well as new Elite Force and 21st Century items.
[Updated 4/27/2008]
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| MegoMeet 2008: June 6 & 7 |
The 2008 MegoMeet convention will be held June 6 and 7 in Wheeling, West Virginia.
[Updated 4/27/2008]
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| TOKYOPOP: Warcraft & StarCraft |
 TOKYOPOP has plans to release 22 new Warcraft and StarCraft manga volumes through 2010.
[Updated 4/27/2008]
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| GN-U DOU: Baxingar & Dancouga |
Yamato is adding two new figures to its GN-U DOU series of super robot action figures.
[Updated 4/27/2008]
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| April 2008 Hasbro Star Wars Q&A (Part Two) |
Answers from Hasbro to three questions about their Star Wars product lines.
[Updated 4/26/2008]
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| Night of the Living Dead, Asajj Ventress, ST: DS9 at Alter Ego Comics |
Online retailer Alter Ego Comics has a variety of new toys and collectibles in stock and available for pre-order, including 12-inch action figures of Night of the Living Dead characters, the Asajj Ventress premium format figure from Sideshow, Star Trek Deep Space 9 figures, and more.
[Updated 4/26/2008]
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| Aurora Naturally Eco-Plush Animals |
 Aurora World is launching a new line of "green" plush animals, made from soybeans and kapok. (Hippos! They are making hippos!)
[Updated 4/25/2008]
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| GTA IV Launch Events at GameStop |
On April 28, 2008, GameStop stores will be holding launch events for Grand Theft Auto IV, including character look-a-like contest.
[Updated 4/25/2008]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of April 21 |
There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 4/25/2008]
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| TNG Riker, Spawn 33, New Gods, Hellboy at YouBuyNow.com |
Online retailer YouBuyNow.com has many new items in stock and available for pre-ordering, such as Spawn 33 (Age of the Pharaohs) action figures, the Ame Comi Power Girl figure and New Gods action figures from DC Direct, the Star Trek TNG Riker in Command Chair set, and more.
[Updated 4/25/2008]
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| JG Jones at Wizard World Philadelphia |
Wizard World Philadelphia has named JG Jones as a Guest of Honor for the 2008 convention.
[Updated 4/24/2008]
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| TOKYOPOP Launches New Format |
Starting in early 2009, TOKYOPOP will be releasing several full-color graphic novels from international authors.
[Updated 4/24/2008]
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| Motoslave with Sylia Action Figure |
Yamato has announced a transformable Motoslave with Sylia action figure in its 1:15 scale Bubblegum Crisis series.
[Updated 4/24/2008]
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| DC Creators at Wizard World Chicago |
 Wizard World Chicago has announced the lineup of DC writers and artists appearing at the 2008 convention, June 26 to 29.
[Updated 4/24/2008]
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| Chicago White Sox Spread Safety Message |
The Chicago White Sox has teamed with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to encourage kids to use safety gear when playing sports.
[Updated 4/23/2008]
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| Gentle Giant at Fangoria's Weekend of Horrors |
 Gentle Giant will be exhibiting at Fangoria's Weekend of Horrors in Los Angeles from April 25 to 27, 2008.
[Updated 4/23/2008]
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| JAKKS Reports Q1 2008 Results |
 JAKKS Pacific has reported their First Quarter 2008 financial results, with Hannah Montana expected to help make 2008 a record year.
[Updated 4/23/2008]
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| Marvel Legends, DC Infinite Heroes, Cars at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Marvel Legends 2-packs, DC Infinite Heroes action figures, Dark Knight goodies, and more.
[Updated 4/23/2008]
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| Star Wars Miniatures in 2008 |
 Wizards of the Coast has released a short summary of their plans for their Star Wars Miniatures and Roleplaying Games for 2008, including new pieces based on the Clone Wars.
[Updated 4/22/2008]
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| Hasbro Reports Q1 2008 Results |
Hasbro has reported their First Quarter 2008 financial results, with a boost due to the sale of Transformers and Littlest Pet Shop toys.
[Updated 4/22/2008]
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| DC Direct Arrivals Update |
An update on which DC Direct products are shipping in the coming weeks.
[Updated 4/22/2008]
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| Star Wars, Batman Dark Knight, Iron Man at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including several Star Wars statues and busts, Iron Man action figures and statues, Batman Dark Knight collectibles, The Dark Crystal statues, and more.
[Updated 4/22/2008]
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| Mattel Reports Q1 2008 Results |
Mattel has reported their First Quarter 2008 financial results, with sales down. Higher product costs (and legal fees) also hurt, but they hope that price increases in June will help.
[Updated 4/21/2008]
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| MONOPOLY Adds Green Utilities |
The MONOPOLY Here & Now: The World Edition Game will feature renewable energy utilities on the game board.
[Updated 4/21/2008]
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| Todd McFarlane Update: April 21 |
The April 21, 2008 issue of The Todd McFarlane Update free email newsletter from McFarlane Toys.
[Updated 4/21/2008]
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| Subject 805 TCU, DBZ, Lara Croft at Alter Ego Comics |
Online retailer Alter Ego Comics has a variety of new toys and collectibles in stock and available for pre-order, including 12-inch action figures Lara Croft and Dragon Ball Z characters, the latest "the Dead" action figure from Sideshow, new goodies from DC Direct, and more.
[Updated 4/19/2008]
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| May 3: CAPE 4 & Free Comic Book Day |
The fourth annual CAPE (Comic and Pop-Culture Expo) event takes place May 3, 2008, with Dallas once again honoring the event by proclaiming Free Comic Book Day in the city.
[Updated 4/19/2008]
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| Kaiju Big Battel Vegetius Vinyl |
 Marmit is releasing a second vinyl toy based on the monsters of Kaiju Big Battel. You can pre-order one from Japan, or wait and pick one up in person at the 2008 San Diego Comic-Con International.
[Updated 4/19/2008]
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| Halo 3 Exclusive at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including an exclusive Halo 3 action figure, and Iron Man statue, the quarter-scale Captain Kirk from Diamond Select, and more.
[Updated 4/18/2008]
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| Fatheads at New York Comic Con |
Fathead LLC will have their superhero Fatheads on display at the 2008 New York Comic Con - stop by their booth and enter to win a Fathead of your choice.
[Updated 4/18/2008]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of April 14 |
There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 4/18/2008]
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| Four Horsemen at New York Comic Con |
 The Four Horsemen have summarized their schedule for the 2008 New York Comic Con, including which panels they will be on and where you can track them down for autographs.
[Updated 4/18/2008]
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| TMNT, Ame-Comi Supergirl, Gorn & Sulu at YouBuyNow.com |
Online retailer YouBuyNow.com has many new items in stock and available for pre-ordering, such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figures, the Ame-Comi Supergirl from DC Direct, the God of War Golden Fleece Kratos figure, and more.
[Updated 4/18/2008]
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| NYCC Panel Schedule Online |
 The 2008 New York Comic Con now has their conference and panel schedule online - almost 250 sessions are on the schedule, so plan your time at the show ahead of time!
[Updated 4/16/2008]
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| GI Joe Hall of Heroes Poll |
 Visit the official GI Joe web site to vote for your favorite GI Joe action figures to be included in the special "Hall of Heroes" series.
[Updated 4/16/2008]
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| Wizard World Philadelphia's Toy Programming |
The 2008 Wizard World Philadelphia convention will feature several panels of interest to toy collectors.
[Updated 4/16/2008]
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| Cinema Of Fear Deluxe Plush Series 2 |
 Mezco has announced a second series of deluxe plush dolls in their Cinema of Fear product line.
[Updated 4/16/2008]
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| April 2008 Mattel Q&A (Round 2) |
Answers from Mattel to several questions about their toy product lines.
[Updated 4/16/2008]
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| DST New York Comic Con Preview |
 Diamond Select has released a summary of their booth and activities for the 2008 New York Comic Con.
[Updated 4/16/2008]
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| ToyFare Hall of Fame Awards |
The 2008 Wizard World Philadelphia convention will be host to the first-ever ToyFare Hall of Fame Awards.
[Updated 4/16/2008]
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| DC Direct Arrivals Update |
An update on which DC Direct products are shipping in the coming weeks.
[Updated 4/15/2008]
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Diamond Select has released an April 2008 edition of their E-Spectrum newsletter.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| Speed Racer: The Next Generation |
 The new animated Speed Racer series premieres on Nicktoons on May 2, 2008.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| Sulu & Gorn Retro Star Trek Figures |
 Diamond Select has announced two more 'retro' Star Trek action figures: a Gorn and Mr. Sulu.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| Todd McFarlane Update: April 14 |
The April 14, 2008 issue of The Todd McFarlane Update free email newsletter from McFarlane Toys.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| Superman vs. Darkseid Statue |
 DC Direct has announced a statue of Superman in battle with Darkseid.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| 1966 Live Action TV Series Batmobile Replica |
 DC Direct has announced a replica of the 1966 Barris Batmobile from the tv series.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| JLA Trophy Room: Bat-Cuffs Prop Replica |
 DC Direct has announced a new prop replica in the JLA Trophy Room series - the Bat-Cuffs.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| Black Canary 1:6 Scale Deluxe Collector Figure |
 DC Direct has announced a new figure in their 1:6 scale deluxe collector series - the Black Canary.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| Women of the DC Universe: Series 2: Jade Bust |
 DC Direct has announced that Jade is the latest addition to the second batch of busts based on the Women of the DC Universe.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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 DC Direct has announced a vinyl statue of Batman.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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 DC Direct has announced a vinyl statue of Supergirl.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| The Dark Knight Batman Vinyl Statue |
 DC Direct has announced a vinyl statue of Batman from the Dark Knight movie.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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 DC Direct has announced an action figure box set of Green Lanterns, including Hal Jordan, Tomar Re, Abin Sur, and a battle-damaged Manhunter. The set also includes a compilation comic book.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| Justice League International Series 1 Action Figures |
 DC Direct has announced a series of action figures based on the Justice League International. Series One includes Batman, Gnort, Black Canary, and Ice.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| The Spirit (Movie) 1:6 Scale Deluxe Collector Figure |
 DC Direct has announced a new figure in their 1:6 scale deluxe collector series - a movie version of the Spirit.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| World of Warcraft Tauren Hunter Figure |
 DC Direct has announced a new deluxe collector figure in their World of Warcraft series - Tauren Hunter: Brave Highmountain.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| 15% Off Inventory Clearance Sale at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, and is also holding a 15% off clearance sale on most items.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| Americal Idol Toys at McDonald's |
 McDonald's Restaurants are featuring American Idol-themed toys in their Happy Meals through May 8, 2008.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| 2008 G.I.R.L. Game Design Competition |
Sony Online Entertainment is holding a competition to help recruit more women into the field of video game production and design.
[Updated 4/14/2008]
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| SW Models, Batman Dark Knight, Iron Man at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including several Star Wars model kits, Iron Man action figures and collectibles, Batman Dark Knight collectibles, Hellboy mini-busts, and more.
[Updated 4/13/2008]
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| Mezco: Cinema Of Fear Series 3 |
 Mezco has announced four new action figures in their 7-inch Cinema of Fear series.
[Updated 4/13/2008]
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| Anime Center Stage at New York Comic Con |
The 2008 New York Comic Con has announced its panels and highlights for this year's anime programming at the convention.
[Updated 4/13/2008]
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| April 2008 Hasbro GI Joe Q&A |
Answers from Hasbro to five questions about their GI Joe product lines.
[Updated 4/12/2008]
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| LOST, BTVS, Dark Shadows, Green Arrow at Alter Ego Comics |
Online retailer Alter Ego Comics has a variety of new toys and collectibles in stock and available for pre-order, including 12-inch action figures of LOST's Jack Shepard and Dark Shadows' Barnabas Collins, a Tooned Up Willow state from Buffy the Vampire Slayer, the deluxe collector figure of Green Arrow, and more.
[Updated 4/12/2008]
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| New Dates for New York Anime Festival |
 The 2008 New York Anime Festival will be held September 26th to 28th, NOT the 12th to 14th as was originally announced.
[Updated 4/12/2008]
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 The fifth day of CustomCon 19 is now online.
[Updated 4/11/2008]
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| TMNT, DC Trinity, Golden Fleece Kratos at YouBuyNow.com |
Online retailer YouBuyNow.com has many new items in stock and available for pre-ordering, such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figures, Trinity figures from DC Direct, the God of War Golden Fleece Kratos figure, and more.
[Updated 4/11/2008]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of April 7 |
There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 4/11/2008]
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The fourth day of CustomCon 19 is now online.
[Updated 4/10/2008]
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 Retail prices for single-carded GI Joe action figures have recently gone up. Here's why.
[Updated 4/10/2008]
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| Skywarp & Thundercracker, GI Joe 25th at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, and including 25th Anniversary GI Joe action figures, Skywarp & Thundercracker Transformers, and more.
[Updated 4/09/2008]
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The third day of CustomCon 19 is now online.
[Updated 4/09/2008]
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| DC Direct Arrivals Update |
An update on which DC Direct products are shipping in the coming weeks.
[Updated 4/09/2008]
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The second day of CustomCon 19 is now online.
[Updated 4/08/2008]
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| Marvel Select Captain America |
 Diamond Select Toys is adding the new Captain America (Bucky!) to their Marvel Select line of action figures.
[Updated 4/08/2008]
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| Clone Wars Series on Cartoon Network |
Star Wars: the Clone Wars is coming to the Cartoon Network as a series in Fall 2008.
[Updated 4/08/2008]
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 Toys'R'Us will be carrying an exclusive line of Barbie accessories for girls.
[Updated 4/08/2008]
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| Star Wars Deal or No Deal |
On April 28, 2008, the Deal or No Deal game show will feature a Star Wars theme, including Darth Vader as the Banker.
[Updated 4/08/2008]
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| Todd McFarlane Update: April 7 |
The April 7, 2008 issue of The Todd McFarlane Update free email newsletter from McFarlane Toys.
[Updated 4/08/2008]
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| Indiana Jones, Brando, Horton, Sao Feng at Alter Ego Comics |
Online retailer Alter Ego Comics has a variety of new toys and collectibles in stock and available for pre-order, including 12-inch action figures of Indiana Jones and his Dad, a vinyl figure of Horton the Elephant, a 12-inch figure of Marlon Brando, and more.
[Updated 4/07/2008]
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The first day of CustomCon 19 is now online.
[Updated 4/06/2008]
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| Build-A-Bear Workshop Make-Your-Own MLB Mascot |
Build-A-bear Workshop is going on the road this summer - you can make your own MLB mascot at several ball parks during special events.
[Updated 4/05/2008]
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| April 2008 Hasbro Star Wars Q&A (Part One) |
Answers from Hasbro to three questions about their Star Wars product lines.
[Updated 4/04/2008]
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| GI Joe 25th, TMNT, Clone Wars, Indy, Hulk at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, and including 25th Anniversary GI Joe vehicles, black and white TMNT action figures, and more.
[Updated 4/04/2008]
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| Previews Exclusives for NYCC |
The Previews Exclusives at the 2008 New York Comic Con will be available at various retailers at the convention - check the Diamond Comic Distributers booth (#1231) for a listing of the retailers.
[Updated 4/03/2008]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of March 31 |
There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 4/03/2008]
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| Harry Potter, AvP, Gremlins, Green Arrow at YouBuyNow.com |
Online retailer YouBuyNow.com has many new items in stock and available for pre-ordering, such as Harry Potter action figures, a rotocast Gremlins figure, Aliens vs. Predator action figures, and more.
[Updated 4/03/2008]
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| TRU-Exclusive Heroes Action Figures |
 Mezco has announced that Toys'R'Us will be carrying two exclusive Heroes action figures - a "Fire Rescue" Claire and a "Times Square Teleportation" Hiro.
[Updated 4/02/2008]
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| Toy Wishes Spring 2008 Hot Dozen |
 Toy Wishes magazine has released their Spring 2008 edition, including a new "hot dozen" toy list.
[Updated 4/02/2008]
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Answers from Mattel to several questions about their toy product lines.
[Updated 4/01/2008]
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| DC Direct Arrivals Update |
An update on which DC Direct products are shipping in the coming weeks.
[Updated 4/01/2008]
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| Indiana Jones, Reissue Valkyries at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, and including Indiana Jones action figures and toys, Macross Valkyries, Transformers, and more.
[Updated 4/01/2008]
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| The Shield of Draumm Arrives! |
 Don't get all excited - it's just the annual April Fool's Day thingie.
[Updated 4/01/2008]
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| Reebok: Marvel Kids Shoes |
 Reebok will be making kids shoes based on Iron Man and the Incredible Hulk, to be sold exclusively at Foot Locker stores.
[Updated 3/31/2008]
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Toys'R'Us is launching an exclusive line of eco-friendly toys, including plush toys and dolls and wooden toys.
[Updated 3/31/2008]
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| Todd McFarlane Update: March 31 |
The March 31, 2008 issue of The Todd McFarlane Update free email newsletter from McFarlane Toys.
[Updated 3/31/2008]
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| JAKKS Pacific: American Gladiators |
JAKKS Pacific has signed the master toy license to create toys (including action figures) based on the classic American Gladiators as well as the new incarnation of the show.
[Updated 3/31/2008]
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| Trivial Pursuit: America Plays |
Hasbro has acquired the game Trivial Pursuit, with a television game show to air in September 2008.
[Updated 3/31/2008]
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| Special Week of Ben 10 Exclusives |
The Cartoon Network will feature a special week of Ben 10 programming the week of April 13 to 18, 2008.
[Updated 3/31/2008]
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| Stargate Atlantis, AvP, Gears of War at YouBuyNow.com |
Online retailer YouBuyNow.com has many new items in stock and available for pre-ordering, such as Stargate Atlantis action figures, Gears of War action figures and merchandise, Aliens vs. Predator action figures, and more.
[Updated 3/28/2008]
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| March 29: National Baseball Card Day |
 Special packs of baseball cards will be given away at Toys'R'Us stores and hobby shops to celebrate the second annual National Baseball Card Day.
[Updated 3/28/2008]
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| Dynamic Forces Skrull Invasion |
 Dynamic Forces is offering a variant cover to Marvel's "Secret Invasion" #1 comic book.
[Updated 3/28/2008]
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| Galadriel, Heroes Replica, Hellboy 2 at Alter Ego Comics |
Online retailer Alter Ego Comics has a variety of new toys and collectibles in stock and available for pre-order, including a replica of Hiro's sword from Heroes, Galadriel premium format figure, busts from Hellboy 2, Stargate action figures, and more.
[Updated 3/28/2008]
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| Xbox 360 Content Creation Challenge |
Disruptive Media Publishers is holding a contest for Xbox 360 users to submit their original artwork - the winning designs will be available to other users as Marketplace downloads.
[Updated 3/28/2008]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of March 24 |
There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 3/28/2008]
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| Adult Swim, Batman Dark Knight, Battlestar Galactica at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Adult Swim mini-figures, Batman Dark Knight collectibles, Battlestar Galactica action figures, and more.
[Updated 3/28/2008]
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| Gentle Giant New York Comic Con Update |
A summary from Gentle Giant of their 2008 NYCC exclusives and booth schedule.
[Updated 3/27/2008]
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| DC Direct Arrivals Update |
An update on which DC Direct products are shipping in the coming weeks.
[Updated 3/25/2008]
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| Speed Racer: Chronicles of the Racer |
IDW Publishing is releasing a new Speed Racer trade paperback in April 2008.
[Updated 3/25/2008]
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The New York Comic Con will be presenting Stan Lee with the first-ever New York Comics Legend Award.
[Updated 3/25/2008]
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| Hugh Jackman's Nowhere Man Comic |
Hugh Jackman is creating a comic book series for Virgin Comics.
[Updated 3/25/2008]
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| Todd McFarlane Update: March 24 |
The March 24, 2008 issue of The Todd McFarlane Update free email newsletter from McFarlane Toys.
[Updated 3/25/2008]
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| WWE to Launch Kids Magazine |
The WWE is launching a magazine aimed at 6-14 year-olds.
[Updated 3/25/2008]
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| Clearance Sale at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, and including an exclusive Halo 3 Violet CQB Spartan figure, anime girls, Transformers, and more.
[Updated 3/24/2008]
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| TANDEM TWIN Animal Girls: Dog Annerose |
Yamato USA is offering an online special on their latest TANDEM TWIN release - Dog Annerose.
[Updated 3/22/2008]
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Diamond Select has released a March 2008 edition of their E-Spectrum newsletter.
[Updated 3/22/2008]
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| GN-U DOU: Galaxy Cyclone Braiger |
The first figure in a new series from Yamato is Braiger from Galaxy Cyclone Braiger.
[Updated 3/22/2008]
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| Mezco's 2008 NYCC Exclusives |
 Mezco Toyz has announced two exclusive items for the 2008 New York Comic Con: a 10-inch Jason figure and a 9-inch Notorious B.I.G. figure.
[Updated 3/22/2008]
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| Cult Classics, Alien, Planet of the Apes at Alter Ego Comics |
Online retailer Alter Ego Comics has a variety of new toys and collectibles in stock and available for pre-order, including Cult Classics action figures, Alien statues, Planet of the Apes retro figures, and more.
[Updated 3/22/2008]
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| Todd McFarlane Update: March 20 |
The March 20, 2008 issue of The Todd McFarlane Update free email newsletter from McFarlane Toys.
[Updated 3/22/2008]
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 Spin Master Toys is launching a Bakugan Battle Training Tour in the US in April 2008.
[Updated 3/22/2008]
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| Star Wars, Iron Man, Hellboy, Batman Dark Knight at Urban-Collector |
Online retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Star Wars maquettes, Batman Dark Knight collectibles from DC Direct, Hellboy 2 busts, and more.
[Updated 3/22/2008]
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| Wolverine & Iron Man on Nicktoons |
 In 2009, Nicktoons will be airing two Marvel cartoon series: "Iron Man: the Animated Series" and "Wolverine and the X-Men."
[Updated 3/21/2008]
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| March 2008 Hasbro Star Wars Q&A (Part Two) |
Answers from Hasbro to three questions about their Star Wars product lines.
[Updated 3/21/2008]
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| Toy Recalls for Week of March 17 |
There have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.
[Updated 3/21/2008]
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| Bandai's Ben 10 Sweepstakes |
Bandai America is holding a Ben 10 Ultimate Alien Hangout Sweepstakes - enter by April 10, 2008.
[Updated 3/19/2008]
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| DC HeroClix: Crisis Sells Out |
 WizKids has announced that they have sold out of their DC HeroClix: Crisis inventory.
[Updated 3/19/2008]
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| DC Direct Arrivals Update |
An update on which DC Direct products are shipping in the coming weeks.
[Updated 3/19/2008]
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| Metal Gear, TF's, DC Direct, BSG, Minimates at Big Bad Toy Store |
Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, and including many new DC Direct items, Transformers, Marvel movie Minimates, Metal Gear Solid action figures, and more.
[Updated 3/19/2008]
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| Marvel Movies to Air on FX |
Marvel and FX have signed a deal for FX to air five of Marvel's self-produced movies, including Iron Man and the Incredible Hulk.
[Updated 3/17/2008]
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| Superman/Batman Series 6 Action Figures |
 DC Direct has announced a sixth series of Superman/Batman action figures, including Batman, Superman, Green Lantern, and Despero.
[Updated 3/17/2008]
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| World of Warcraft Series 3 Action Figures |
 DC Direct has announced a third series of World of Warcraft action figures.
[Updated 3/17/2008]
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| DC Direct Batman & Wonder Woman Posters |
 DC Direct has announced two new posters to be released in November 2008.
[Updated 3/17/2008]
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| Wonder Woman 1:4 Scale Museum Quality Statue |
 DC Direct has announced a Wonder Woman statue to be released in November 2008.
[Updated 3/17/2008]
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 DC Direct has announced a 20th anniversary Vertigo Tarot Deck Set.
[Updated 3/17/2008]
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