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Mezco Presents Breaking Bad Saul Goodman 6in Bobblehead

January 2014 - New York - This unforgettable figure features the notorious Saul Goodman in his iconic pinstripe suit, forever yelling into his wireless telephone earpiece. Everybody's favorite sleezeball stands victoriously on a classical plinth reminiscent of the columns in his office.

Relive the tense, edge of your seat excitement as Mezco's Breaking Bad Saul Goodman Bobblehead stares at you; nodding solemnly as if to say "Better call Saul!"

Saul and base stand 6 inches tall and features bobble action. He comes complete in a collector friendly box.

http://www.mezcotoyz.com/brands/breakingbad

Mezco Presents Stylized Chucky

January 2014 - New York - "We're friends to the end!" Of course, with Chucky as your friend, the end comes much sooner than you ever expected. Chucky, the homicidal doll who contains the spirit of Charles Lee Ray, a serial killer better known as "The Lakeshore Strangler," is the latest perturbed plaything to be produced by Mezco Toyz.

Mezco's award-winning designers have created an all new sculpture in an all new scale that not only captures the look of Chucky, but the very essence of his menace. Every detail has been captured; from his classic coveralls to the unique imprint of the soles on his sneakers. From his glistening, insane eyes, and his sneering lips, to his shocking red hair, this is Chucky at his most iconic...and most evil!

The star of five CHILD'S PLAY films, Chucky features 7 points of articulation. He also comes with a knife that he is sure to use for no good.

Each Chucky comes packaged in his own collector friendly window box so he can watch you and plan his attack.

Living Dead Dolls Celebrate 16 Years Of Making Deader Better

January 2014 - New York - As 2013 is laid to rest, Mezco Toyz looks to make 2014 memorable with a year long celebration of the 16th anniversary of The Living Dead Dolls. The world's longest continually running series of horror themed collectible dolls has more than a few festivities in store to celebrate their "Sweet 16", including;

* A Living Dead Doll Death Mask Art Show

* 2 new Living Dead Doll books

* A very special attempt to show you can take your collection with you

* The best Sweet 16 party ever

* An intimate look at Living Dead Doll collectors

* Celebration merchandise

* Many more thrills and surprises!

To stay informed of all Living Dead Doll events, Mezco advises signing up for the Living Dead Doll newsletter at
http://www.livingdeaddolls.com/

as well as following Mezco on Facebook at
https://www.facebook.com/MezcoToyz

as well as
https://www.facebook.com/LivingDeadDolls

BotCon 2014 Coming to Pasadena, California June 19th - June 22nd!

Fort Worth, TX - December 24th, 2013 - Fun Publications, Inc., licensee for Hasbro's official Transformers Collectors' Convention, BotCon, announced today that next year's award-winning convention will take place at the Pasadena Convention Center June 19th thru June 22nd in the beautiful city of Pasadena. Next year, fans will be able to celebrate both the 20th anniversary of BotCon and the 30th anniversary of the Transformers brand at this amazing event!

DEPLOYING SOON!!

January 2014 - Coming soon from Four Horsemen Studios! New Power Lords releases will be hitting www.StoreHorsemen.com in the very near future! Photos shown are of first paint samples from the factory. Colors and accessories may differ on final product. More images and information soon…

-FOUR HORSEMEN-

January 2, 2014 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several items of interest to collectors:

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METAL GEAR RAY
ThreeA's new version of MGS2's Metal Gear Ray stands 16.5" tall with a 38.6" wingspan. It comes with an articulated figure base for all sorts of posing options, includes illuminated eyes and cockpit and is loaded with articulation in the wings, legs, torso and mouth. This fantastic piece is listed at $449.99, saving you $40 off of the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=THR10089&mode=re...

S.H. FIGUARTS MIGHTY MORPHIN BLUE RANGER

December 26, 2013 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several items of interest to collectors:

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BBTS SHARED EXCLUSIVE TRANSFORMERS PLATINUM SERIES YEAR OF THE HORSE OPTIMUS PRIME, STARSCREAM
Great News! The on-site date has been moved up on these items and we are happy to begin accepting preorders now! The Year of the Horse brings two new exclusives to the Transformers line. The first is a new version of Masterpiece Optimus Prime. This redeco of MP-10 has gold details and a clear trailer, and is listed at $119.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=HAS23525&mode=re...

BBTS SHARED EXCLUSIVE TRANSFORMERS PLATINUM SERIES - YEAR OF THE HORSE STARSCREAM
The second Year of the Horse exclusive is a G1 redeco of Supreme Starscream. This huge figure is listed at $99.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=HAS23526&mode=re...

WASHINGTON, December 24, 2013 -- Following is the daily "Profile America" feature from the U.S. Census Bureau:

CHRISTMAS EVE

Profile America - Tuesday, December 24th. This is Christmas Eve, a time of gathering families close together and to wind down from the hectic weeks of shopping and mailing. But it also a night of wrapping presents, especially toys - some of which have to be put together. Some parents will discover to their dismay that some treasure has been overlooked, or that batteries are not included with their purchases and head out into the cold, hoping to find an open store with the right solutions. Santa's elves get plenty of help for U.S. toy makers. There are 525 enterprises across the country producing games, toys and children's vehicles. These businesses employ over 7,300 workers. And Santa's sleigh is also burdened with around $10 billion worth of imported toys, the greatest part of which is from China.

December 21, 2013 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several items of interest to collectors:

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TAKARA MASTERPIECE MP-12 SIDESWIPE - MARCH ARRIVAL
Delivery has been confirmed for mid-March on the upcoming reissue of the MP-12 Sideswipe! Our supplier has confirmed that the quality control issues found in the initial release should be resolved for this reissue. Preorders are open now at $79.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK11736&mode=re...

IRON MAN 3 - IRON PATRIOT 1/4 SCALE MAQUETTE
Sideshow is also creating an Iron Patriot 1/4 scale statue. This piece is listed at $398.99 and includes light-up eyes, arc reactor and hand repulsors and a switch-out Don Cheadle head sculpt.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=SSC11265&mode=re...

1/6 SCALE GANDALF THE WHITE FIGURE

December 21, 2013 - Listed below are the toy (and child-related) recalls from this week; these links go to the official announcements on the Consumer Product Safety Commission web site.

- Cubetensils Children's Eating Utensils Recalled by Edoche Due to Choking Hazard

- Playtex Recalls Hip Hammock Infant Carriers Due to Fall Hazard

- Browning Recalls Junior Hoodie Due to Strangulation and Entrapment Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Academy Sports+Outdoors

- Mirage Fashions Recalls Yoki Girls Faux Leather Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat Factory