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Archive: June 2, 2004 to June 7, 2004

JL Starcrossed on DVD July 13

http://www.toymania.com/logos/wb_logo.jpgWarner Home Video will be released Justice League: Starcrossed on DVD and VHS on July 13, 2004.


[Updated 6/02/2004]

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Toycom Changes to YAMATO USA

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/megaphone_icon.gifToycom announces that they are changing their name to better reflect their core products.


[Updated 6/02/2004]

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Palisades Launches Online Store

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/pal_logo_2002.gifPalisades Toys launches Palisades Direct, an updated version of their online store.


[Updated 6/02/2004]

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Microman Devilman Pictures

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/0604_ahqdevil1_icon.jpgAction-HQ.com shares images of the upcoming Devilman Microman action figure and summarizes the popularity of Microman.


[Updated 6/02/2004]

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Spending on Toys Knows Few Limits

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/megaphone_icon.gifDecision Analyst, Inc. has published the results of their survey about spending habits on toys and games in the US.


[Updated 6/03/2004]

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Sandcrawler Preorders at AFX

http://www.toymania.com/centralad/afxbutton.gifAction Figure Xpress is now taking preorders for the Star Wars Sandcrawler vehicle, which is due out in Late 2004.


[Updated 6/03/2004]

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Mortal Coils Contest on ICAA

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/megaphone_icon.gifThe International Comic Arts Association is having a contest to give away copies of the Mortal Coils: Bodylines trade paperback.


[Updated 6/03/2004]

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Central Park's September Manga

http://www.toymania.com/logos/centralparklogo.gifIn September 2004, CPM Press is set to release Armageddon Volume 1, Hard Boiled Angel: Blue Angel II, Couple Volume 2, Slayers: Lina the Teenage Sorceress, Geobreeders Book 2, and Nadesico Book 4.


[Updated 6/03/2004]

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Mattel Distribution Center Damaged

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/mattel.jpgA storm has caused damage to the Mattel Distribution Center in Texas.


[Updated 6/03/2004]

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Spiderman vs X-Men Capsule Figures

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/0604_ahqcapsule_icon.jpgAction-HQ.com reports on a new set of Japanese capsule figures, featuring Spider-Man and the X-Men.


[Updated 6/03/2004]

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Gundam Pilot Academy Open

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/bandai_logo_tn.gifThe Gundam Pilot Academy announces open enrollment for Mobile Suit Training. The Earth Alliance Cries Out To Populace - "Pilots Wanted!"


[Updated 6/03/2004]

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BTVS Hush Tara Action Figure

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/0604_tarahush_icon.jpgThe "Hush" Tara action figure is the chase figure in the Tara and Anya assortment of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer series.


[Updated 6/03/2004]

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Mickey Mouse on USPS Stamps

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/0604_disneystamps_icon.jpgThe US Postal Service will issue stamps with Mickey Mouse and several other Disney characters on June 23, 2004.


[Updated 6/04/2004]

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Plush Toy Design Contest

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/ty_logo_tn.gifAmazing Kids announces their second annual Plush Toy Design Contest - the grand prize winner will receive a scholarship from Ty and a toy designer mentor.


[Updated 6/04/2004]

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Dynamic Forces on QVC UK June 11

http://www.toymania.com/logos/dfnewlogo.jpgDynamic Forces will be appearing on QVC in the UK on June 11, 2004.


[Updated 6/04/2004]

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eigoMANGA Comic Book Naming Contest

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/megaphone_icon.gifeigoMANGA is holding a comic book naming contest for an upcoming female-oriented comic book.


[Updated 6/04/2004]

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New Arrivals at Big Bad Toy Store

http://www.toymania.com/centralad/bbts150x75.jpgOnline retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several new items in stock.


[Updated 6/04/2004]

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Todd McFarlane Update: June 4

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/toddwhite_tn.jpgThe June 4, 2004 issue of The Todd McFarlane Update free email newsletter from McFarlane Toys.


[Updated 6/04/2004]

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RC2 Acquiring Two Companies

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/racingchamp_logo.gifRC2 is acquiring The First Years and Playing Mantis, adding to their infant and collectibles market shares.


[Updated 6/07/2004]

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Hasbro at L!censing 2004

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/newhasbro_tn.gifHasbro's summary of their more popular brands which were presented at the 2004 Licensing International trade show.


[Updated 6/07/2004]

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Atomic Betty from Playmates Toys

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/playmatesnews_tn.jpgPlaymates Toys has signed with Breakthrough Animation for the master toy license to Atomic Betty. Playmates will be making action figures, dolls, and accessories in 2005.


[Updated 6/07/2004]

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BIONICLE at L!censing 2004

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/legologo_tn.jpgLEGO summarizes some of the new licensed categories for their BIONICLE brand, including costumes and partyware.


[Updated 6/07/2004]

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Updates on the 3-3/4 Archives

http://www.toymania.com/334archives/archives.gifThe 3-3/4 Archives have undergone several significant updates in June 2004.


[Updated 6/07/2004]

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Carded Spawn Reborn 2 Images

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/0604_ahqspawn2_icon.jpgAction-HQ.com has shared images of the carded Spawn Reborn 2 action figures.


[Updated 6/07/2004]

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