Raving Toy Maniac

June 2013 - Funko has announced a new batch of POP! vinyl figures based on DC Comics characters.

Expect to see Batman Beyond, Darkseid, Nightwing, and Harley Quinn in stores around August 15th.

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, the LEGO Group and TT Games Unleash LEGO® Legends of Chima™: Laval's Journey

The Fate of Chima™ Rests in Your Hands in the All-New LEGO Videogame Adventure for the Nintendo 3DS and PlayStation® Vita

BURBANK, Calif. -- June 20, 2013 -- Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today announced LEGO® Legends of Chima™: Laval's Journey will be available for the Nintendo 3DS™ and PlayStation® Vita handheld systems in Europe on June 21, in North America on June 25, and in Australia on June 26. A Nintendo DS™ version will follow this fall, as will a free-to-play online world, LEGO Legends of Chima™ Online. The new games all complement a line of branded products and TV content based on the LEGO Legends of Chima™ action packed world ruled by eight animal tribes that tells the classic story of good and evil, friendship and family.

SDCC: DARK HORSE ANNOUNCES SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON EXCLUSIVES STORE!

June 18, 2013, MILWAUKIE, OR - The largest and most highly anticipated pop culture event of the year is right around the corner, and Dark Horse is bringing you the latest and greatest in exclusive comics and products from Dark Horse Deluxe!

This year at the Dark Horse booth, a dedicated store will be open throughout the convention where fans can purchase these limited and highly collectible products.

Game of Thrones 7-Inch Stark Shield Wall Plaque (Limited Edition of 1,200)
Sculptural replica of Stark shield. Packaged in full-color box. Includes hook for wall mounting.
Price: $30.00
Availability: Two per person, available all days

Last Man Standing Signed Hardcover Book (Limited Edition of 1,000)

Diamond Select to Offer Comic-Con Exclusive Star Trek Starship!

June 2013 - Everybody remember where we parked! Comic-Con International in San Diego has long been the home to all levels of Star Trek fandom. From casual fans to die-hard cosplayers, every degree of Trek fan is in attendance. And while Diamond Select Toys always has something new to show off to Trekkies at the show, it's been a while since they offered an exclusive Trek product to attendees. Well, the wait is over!

June 20, 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.

- Strollers Recalled by Kolcraft Due to Projectile Hazard

- Buy Buy Baby Recalls Idea Baby Bath Seats Due to Drowning Hazard

- BeBeLove Recalls Baby Bath Seats Due to Drowning Hazard

- Chelsea & Scott Recalls Idea Baby Bath Seats Due to Drowning Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Onestepahead.com

June 20, 2013 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several items of interest to collectors:

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TRANSFORMERS MASTERPIECE - MP-20 WHEELJACK, MP-21 BUMBLEBEE, MP-12G G2 SIDESWIPE
Three new Masterpieces have been announced! Wheeljack and Bumblebee are currently listed at $79.99 each, but these prices are subject to change. We also have G2 Sideswipe listed -- he comes with his comic book weapons and more, and is listed at $89.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/list.aspx?list=13061

NECA PORTAL 7" SCALE FIGURES

Warner Bros. Consumer Products Stomps onto the Show Floor at Licensing Expo 2013 in Las Vegas

Legendary Pictures' Godzilla Leads Strong Portfolio of Entertainment Properties to Be Showcased Including Films, Television, TV Classics, Animation and Super Hero Fare

June 20, 2013 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several items of interest to collectors:

Hi - we've just learned of preliminary information regarding exciting new Takara Masterpiece figures!

MP-20 Masterpiece Wheeljack
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK11727&mode=re...

MP-21 Masterpiece Bumblebee
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK11728&mode=re...

MP-12G Masterpiece G2 Sideswipe
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=TAK11726&mode=re...

Note - These are preliminary listings and information is subject to change.

NECA Predators Series 10
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=neca%20predators%2010

Mattel Fall Barbie Lineup - including Catching Fire
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/search.aspx?search=barbie

S.H. Figuarts - Sailor Mercury
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=BAN15163&mode=re...

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Pretty Ugly,™ LLC Announces Creative Collaboration of Universal Monsters™ and UGLYDOLL®

It's About to Get Even Uglier as These Iconic Monsters Combine

June 19, 2013 -- Green Brook, NJ -- Pretty Ugly™, LLC, the official licensors of the popular UGLYDOLL® brand, has partnered with Universal Partnerships & Licensing to develop an all-new series of UGLYDOLL plush dolls based on the Universal Monsters. The Universal Monsters are some of the most iconic characters in cinematic history and have a rich history that spans the past 80 years with a fan base in the millions. The Universal Monsters series of dolls will make their retail debut Halloween 2013.

"The creators of UGLYDOLL have had a lifelong interest in the mythology of the Universal Monsters - they actually named their first child after a character from Dracula," said Alita Friedman, Chief Brand Officer, Pretty Ugly. "We are thrilled to be working with Universal, and to be offering these collaborations in time for Halloween."

Nickelodeon and KidKraft Introduce Lifelike Designer Wooden Toys, Doll Furniture and Accessories Featuring Dora the Explorer

DALLAS, June 19, 2013 -- Nickelodeon and KidKraft, a Dallas-based children's furniture and toy manufacturer, have created a line of designer wooden toys and doll furniture and accessories featuring beloved, Dora the Explorer series. The new line of products includes a lifelike kitchen and dollhouse, both standing at almost four feet tall. Available this summer, the kitchen and dollhouse bring the fun and adventure of Dora to life with vivid colors and playful features. Additionally, doll furniture and accessories inspired by Nickelodeon's hit animated preschool series will be introduced to the line later this year.

"The KidKraft Dora Dollhouse and Dora Play Kitchen are great additions to our toy line. We are excited to partner with Nickelodeon in creating a one-of-a-kind, beautifully detailed kitchen and dollhouse that stir young children's imaginations," said Matan Wolfson, KidKraft Sales Manager.