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Archive: November 3, 2009 to November 12, 2009

Ziggideez Clip-on Characters: Disney, Nickelodeon, Marvel

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/1109_ziggi1_icon.jpgZiggideez is launching kids' "convertible character apparel accessories" featuring characters from Disney, Nickelodeon, and Marvel.


[Updated 11/03/2009]

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Herobuilders: New Candy Dispenser

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/megaphone_icon.gifHerobuilders.com is developing a new candy dispenser for release in 2010, with an interesting reason for the new product...


[Updated 11/03/2009]

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Jumping Brains Mini Figures

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/1109_brain_icon.jpgToy2r will be releasing a series of 2-inch Jumping Brains mini figures, created by Emilio Garcia.


[Updated 11/03/2009]

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Michael Jackson Thriller, Harley Quinn, GI Joe Cobra Sniper at Alter Ego Comics

http://www.toymania.com/centralad/alteregobutton1.gifOnline retailer Alter Ego Comics has a variety of new toys and collectibles in stock and available for pre-order, including the Hot Toys 12-inch Michael Jackson Thriller action figure, the DC Direct Cover Girls of the DC Universe Harley Quinn Statue, the GI Joe Cobra Sniper 12-inch Figure, and more.


[Updated 11/03/2009]

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Todd McFarlane Update: Nov 3

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/toddwhite_tn.jpgThe November 3, 2009 issue of The Todd McFarlane Update free email newsletter from McFarlane Toys.


[Updated 11/04/2009]

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LEGO Rock Band Launches

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/legologo_tn.jpgThe LEGO Rock Band video game is now available in stores on several gaming platforms.


[Updated 11/04/2009]

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Order Your FANtastic Exclusive Raavia Action Figure

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/0609_qrtm_icon.jpgThe RTM-exclusive Raavia action figure is available to order!


[Updated 11/04/2009]

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Warcraft, Blackest Night, Marvel Select Skrulls at YouBuyNow.com

http://www.toymania.com/centralad/youbuynow120x60.gifOnline retailer YouBuyNow.com has many new items in stock and available for pre-ordering, such as the Marvel Select Skrull 3-pack of action figures, the World of Warcraft Demon Form Illidan Deluxe figure, the Blackest Night series 1 action figures from DC Direct, and more.


[Updated 11/04/2009]

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Walmart Announces Toy Rollbacks

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/megaphone_icon.gifWalmart has fired another round in the toy price wars of 2009, announcing 100 more price drops.


[Updated 11/05/2009]

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Meijer Drops Prices on 400+ Toys

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/megaphone_icon.gifMeijer is also participating in 2009's toy price wars.


[Updated 11/05/2009]

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Fathead Adds New Licenses

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/megaphone_icon.gifFathead has added several new licenses for their wall graphics, including Toy Story and the Princess and the Frog.


[Updated 11/05/2009]

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Clearance Sale, Marvel Select Brown Wolverine, Marvel Universe Spider-Man at Big Bad Toy Store

http://www.toymania.com/centralad/bbts150x75.jpgOnline retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including the Marvel Universe Spider-Man series, the exclusive Marvel Select Brown Costume Wolverine, tons of Transformers, and more.


[Updated 11/05/2009]

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Toy Recalls for Week of November 2

http://www.toymania.com/logos/cpsc_logo.jpgThere have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.


[Updated 11/05/2009]

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National Toy Hall of Fame: Ball, Big Wheel, Game Boy

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/megaphone_icon.gifThree new toys have been added to the National Toy Hall of Fame in 2009 - the ball, the Big Wheel, and the Nintendo Game Boy.


[Updated 11/05/2009]

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Vote in the Star Wars: the Clone Wars Diorama Contest

http://www.toymania.com/logos/hasbrologo.jpgYou can vote for the winner (choose from five finalists) of the 2009 Star Wars: the Clone Wars Diorama Contest.


[Updated 11/05/2009]

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Bowen Hulkbuster Iron Man, Ghostbusters Minimates, Lightsaber Chopsticks at Urban-Collector

http://www.toymania.com/centralad/ucNewspost-Iconwee.gifOnline retailer Urban-Collector has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including Ghostbusters Minimates, the Hulkbuster Iron Man statue from Bowen Designs, Star Wars Lightsaber Chopsticks, and more.


[Updated 11/06/2009]

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Toy2R Flocks the Qee Bears

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/1109_flock_icon.jpgFor 2010, Toy2R will be releasing new finishes on their Qee figures. First up? Flocked Qee bears!


[Updated 11/08/2009]

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Target Unveils Holiday Toy Price Cuts

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/megaphone_icon.gifTarget has cut prices on over 400 toys and is sending out their holiday toy catalog in newspaper inserts on November 8th.


[Updated 11/08/2009]

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Dollar General's Holiday Toy Bargains

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/megaphone_icon.gifDollar General stores have entered the 2009 holiday toy price wars with 200 different toys priced at $5 or under.


[Updated 11/08/2009]

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Toys for Tots Literacy Program

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/toysfortots_logo_sm_tn.gifThe Toys for Tots Literacy Program has begun its annual holiday donation drive - you can donate at the UPS Store and Mail Boxes Etc.


[Updated 11/08/2009]

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Hot Toys True Type Female Figures, Serenity Replica at Alter Ego Comics

http://www.toymania.com/centralad/alteregobutton1.gifOnline retailer Alter Ego Comics has a variety of new toys and collectibles in stock and available for pre-order, including the Hot Toys 12-inch Michael Jackson Thriller action figure, the Hot Toys True Type Female Figures, the new Serenity Replica, and more.


[Updated 11/09/2009]

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Dec 12: DIY Qee Show

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/1109_qeeshow_icon.jpgOn December 12th, the Genuine Artikle Gallery and Art Toy Boutique in New York will be hosting a DIY Qee show, featuring customized Qee toys.


[Updated 11/09/2009]

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"Join the Kamen Rider Revolution" National Sweepstakes

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/bandai_logo_tn.gifBandai America is hosting a contest to win a 'training day' with the Kamen Rider Dragon Knight actors.


[Updated 11/09/2009]

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Planet 51 Toys at Burger King

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/roundbklogo.gifStarting November 16th, Burger King will be offering six different Planet 51 toys in their kids meals.


[Updated 11/10/2009]

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15% Off Sale, Marvel Select Red Hulk, Bioshock Big Daddy at Big Bad Toy Store

http://www.toymania.com/centralad/bbts150x75.jpgOnline retailer BigBadToyStore.com has a variety of new arrivals in stock and available for pre-ordering, including NECA's Bioshock Big Daddy, the exclusive Marvel Select Red Hulk, tons of Transformers, and more.


[Updated 11/12/2009]

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Toy Recalls for Week of November 9

http://www.toymania.com/logos/cpsc_logo.jpgThere have been too many toy recalls to keep up with lately, so here's a quick summary of what has been recalled recently.


[Updated 11/12/2009]

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Dynamic Forces Contest: Nightmare Before Christmas Pencil Holder

http://www.toymania.com/logos/dfnewlogo.jpgDynamic Forces has launched a new contest - the prize is a Nightmare Before Christmas Pencil Holder.


[Updated 11/12/2009]

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Free LEGO Santa Claus Keychain at Toys'R'Us

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/legologo_tn.jpgOn certain days in November, Toys'R'Us stores will be giving away free LEGO Santa Claus keychains. (It will also be available online at toysrus.com.)


[Updated 11/12/2009]

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Bioshock Big Daddy, Marvel Universe, Prototype Alex Mercer at YouBuyNow.com

http://www.toymania.com/centralad/youbuynow120x60.gifOnline retailer YouBuyNow.com has many new items in stock and available for pre-ordering, such as new Marvel Universe action figures, video game action figures (Bioshock, Prototype) from NECA, the Marvel Select Iron Man 2 figure, and more.


[Updated 11/12/2009]

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Geoff Johns at Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo

http://www.toymania.com/news/images/megaphone_icon.gifGeoff Johns has been announced as a Guest of Honor at the 2010 Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo, with Mike Norton, Mike Perkins, and Jill Thompson as additional featured guests.


[Updated 11/12/2009]

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