Raving Toy Maniac

Action Figures, Role Play Accessories, Vehicles, Construction Sets and More Toys Than Can Fit Into a Smuggler's Cargo Hold Land at Toys"R"Us Stores and Toysrus.com on January 30 in Anticipation of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace in 3D

January 2012 - Star Wars fans, action figure collectors and construction enthusiasts are feeling a ripple in the Force as the 3D version of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace approaches its theatrical release on February 10. To help Jedis and Padwans prepare to watch this classic installment in the Star Wars Saga in a whole new way, the broadest selection of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace toys are traveling at lightspeed to Toys"R"Us stores nationwide.

January 2012 - Love is in the air as Toy2R plans to release the third flocked 5" Mini Qee Bear in the "Qee Loves" series. Introducing the Qee Loves Pink Mini Qee Bear. Following in the Qee-Steps as last year's winter edition (Qee Loves White) and the classic spring edition (Qee Loves Green) Toy2R continues the cuteness with this pink edition.

With an SRP of $28.00, these cuties will be available shortly so be sure to reserve yours today and show some Qee Love!

Saban Brands Super-Charges the #1 Kids Action Show

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 30, 2012 -- Saban Brands announces that the number-one kid's action series is getting super-charged bringing even more action, teamwork and humor to televisions nationwide. Power Rangers Super Samurai premieres Sat., Feb. 18th at 12n/11c on Nickelodeon. Combining the familiar themes of friendship, teamwork, fitness, humor and high-powered action seen in Power Rangers Samurai, the all new season will feature new super weapons, super modes and a new super villain that the Samurai Rangers must combine forces against.

"We are so proud of what we've accomplished in just one year, bringing this iconic brand back to its glory," said Elie Dekel, President of Saban Brands. "We are excited to amplify that success and bring an even more powerful season to televisions nationwide each Saturday on Nickelodeon."

January 2012 - Toy2R is thrilled to have seen Sinned NYC's custom 8 inch Qee Bear pop up on last week's episode of the Emmy Award winning comedy, 30 ROCK.

The custom Qee was spotted during the opening of last week's episode, The Ballad of Kenneth Parcell. Check him out, sitting in the middle of the writer's table, just itching for a chance at a witty one liner.

Thanks to the crew at 30 ROCK and NBC for giving this custom some great airtime.

January 29, 2012 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer Urban-Collector has several new items of interest to collectors:

This week we are featuring new arrivals including Mystique Bishoujo, R2-D2 & C-3PO koto statue set and Street Fighter Play Arts Kai figures!

Featured Pre-Orders

• Gentle Giant Ghost Rider Statue
• Gentle Giant Green Goblin Mini-Bust
• Avengers Movie Iron Man Mark VII Artfx Statue

January 2012 - Toypocalypse 2: Futuretro is less than two weeks away and we've just gotten the confirmation that the original creator of the Outer Space Men and toy industry icon Mel Birnkrant will be our very special guest of honor on the opening night - February 10th, 2012 at the TT Underground Gallery in NYC!

Don't miss this rare opportunity to meet Mel and many other soon to be announced toy industry greats appearing all evening to meet and chat with action figure fans! We're really excited to announce to you the names on our growing guest list over the next couple of weeks, and you're ALL invited to come to this very special gathering of geek culture.

January 2012 - The GI Joe Collector's Club has sent an update:

Hello! We have a video up of the 2012 G.I. Joe Collectors' Club 3 3/4-inch Membership Incentive Figure Footloose.

And we have an amazing close up we are releasing today.

HEXBUG® CREATOR PARTNERS WITH GLOBAL KIDS HIT MOSHI MONSTERS™ TO LAUNCH ALL NEW BOBBLE BOTS™ BRAND & PRODUCT LINE

Innovation First International inks deal with Mind Candy to bring Bobble Bots™ Moshi Monsters to retail in Europe and North America this Spring

Greenville, Texas – January 10, 2012 – Innovation First International, masterminds behind the internationally recognized HEXBUG® Micro Robotic Creatures brand, today announced it is launching a new Bobble Bots™ brand and product line. For this new licensing partnership, the company has joined forces with Mind Candy – the entertainment firm behind the globally successful Moshi Monsters brand – on the debut range: Bobble Bots™ Moshi Monsters. Due to hit shelves across Europe and North America this Spring, the new brand marks Innovation First's ongoing expansion at retail.

January 29, 2012 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several items of interest to collectors:

a general disclaimer on DC Direct

Please Note – Pricing May Change
The current pricing is estimated and subject to change (with notification) pending final details from the manufacturer. We have attempted to make our estimates a bit on the high end so any changes will hopefully be to reduce the pricing.

DC DIRECT - FULL 2012 LINEUP

Batman - Dark Knight Rises - Figures, Statues, Busts
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=2820&company=40

Arkham City Series 3 and Deluxe Figures
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=direct+arkham+city

The New 52 - Figures & Busts
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=new+52+direct

Full Lineup Link also includes: Ame-Comi, Cover Girls, Batman Black & White, 1/4 Statues & More
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=8665

MINNETONKA, Minn., Jan. 26, 2012 -- Blip Toys, the innovative toy company behind Squinkies® Mini Collectibles and Playsets, is excited to announce the launch of their newest extension of the Squinkies brand: Squinkies Zinkies.

At about half the size of Squinkies, Zinkies will launch with six unique sets. Each set includes 12 different Zinkies, with characters consisting of colorful little animals like monkeys, puppies and bunnies, to name just a few. Like Squinkies, all Zinkies come in their own plastic bubble that pops open to reveal the "surprize inside."

Every set of Squinkies Zinkies comes with its own squeezer and magnifying glass to accommodate their tiny size. For additional play value, sets also come with their own Display and Play toy where collectors can enjoy and store the newest addition to the Squinkies World.

Squinkies Zinkies will be arriving throughout the month at retailers nationwide, including Target, Wal-Mart and Toys "R" Us.