Raving Toy Maniac

November 2013 - Funko has announced eight new POP! Movies vinyl figures based on some of your favorite horror movies:

- Ghostface from Scream
- Ash from Army of Darkness
- Deadite from Army of Darkness
- Pennywise from IT
- Chucky from Child's Play 2
- Sam from Trick or Treat
- Captain Spaulding
- Billy from Saw (not pictured)

Expect to see these new POPs in stores around November 12th.

Chucky Box Deluxe Plush

November 2013 - New York - Bad things come in sealed packages.

Mezco's latest addition to the world of must-have Chucky collectibles is this 19 inch tall Chucky Box Plush.

One of the most iconic product packages in modern cinematic horror history has been recreated. It portrays, forever frozen in time, the moment before Chucky strikes. With his blade raised midair, and his evil sneer, this is Chucky at his most terrifying.

Using cutting-edge dye-sublimation technology, Mezco has captured everyone's favorite killer doll in his most iconic pose, in his trademark yellow box and turned it all into soft plush. The ideal collectible for any Chucky fan!

For more info on Mezco's Chucky line visit: http://www.mezcotoyz.com/brands/chucky/

November 1, 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.

- Snoopy Sno-Cone Machines Recalled by LaRose Industries Due to Risk of Mouth Injury

- BreathableBaby Recalls Wearable Blanket Due to Choking Hazard

- Target Recalls Children's Sitting Stools Due to Fall Hazard

November 1, 2013 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several items of interest to collectors:

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HELLBOY PREMIUM FORMAT FIGURE
This new Hellboy statue stands 23" tall atop a tombstone base, decked out in hand-tailored fabric black shorts, removable trenchcoat, and belt with a few of his token mementos. He is listed at $399.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=SSC11255&mode=re...

1/4 SCALE APOCALYPSE PREMIUM FORMAT FIGURE
One of the first mutants and longtime adversary of the X-Men, Apocalypse is presented in his ghastly blue and grey color combination and prominent 'A' belt. He is listed at $599.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=SSC11254&mode=re...

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America's Parent & Kid Toy-Testers Have Spoken: Top Playthings Announced in FamilyFun Magazine's 22nd Annual Toy of the Year Awards

Toys in motion, creative play sets and furry friends come to life in this year's top picks

NEW YORK, Oct. 17, 2013 -- After rigorous review by families from across the country, this year's top 30 toys have been selected. FamilyFun magazine, part of Meredith Corporation's Parents Network, has announced its 22nd annual Toy of the Year (T.O.Y.) Award winners, which will be featured in the magazine's November issue. The 30 winning toys have demonstrated outstanding play value and fun factor – along with innovation, durability, and safety – after being selected from more than 300 contenders.

"Our awards stand out because real families put some of the most unique products to the test in an actual home environment, so you can be sure the toys meet the high standards of fellow parents-and their kids," said Ann Hallock, Editor-in-chief, FamilyFun. "This year's winners include the very best of what's new in children's play across art, tech, learning, pretend play, crafts, games, and more."

Iconic Ecto-1 Among Cars, Specialty Items Up For Bid Nov. 1-7

CHICAGO, Oct. 30, 2013 -- VOLO - Have a hankering to own the Ghostbusters Ecto-1? How about a 1982 Pontiac Trans Am KITT exhibition car? Or maybe a one-of-a-kind, screen-used, documented space rover from the 1979 cult classic "Alien?"

Christmas is right around the corner, after all. And anyone looking for that perfect gift for the guy or gal who has everything need look no further than the upcoming Volo Auto Museum eBay auction.

The auction will be Nov. 1-7 and can easily be accessed through a link at www.volocars.com. Participants must have an eBay account.

"When we were putting together our Cars in Wonderland exhibit, we bought a lot of items and there were many things that we took off of display," said Brian Grams, director of the museum at 27582 Volo Village Road, Volo. "We are liquidating multiple items - everything from a 4-foot-tall fiberglass "Aladdin" genie to a gas-powered "Herbie" go-cart - to make way for new exhibits."

Highest bidders will claim most items regardless of price, though a low reserve is placed on the "Alien" rover.

New Preschool Animated Series Space Racers Will Premiere in Spring 2014

Maryland Public Television Serves as National Presenting Station for American Public Television-Distributed Production

Series Features Segments Produced in Collaboration with NASA Experts

OWINGS MILLS, Md., Oct. 24, 2013 -- Maryland Public Television (MPT) will be the presenting station for the new, original half-hour preschool series Space Racers. The 26-episode animated program focuses on science and technology components as part of an early childhood STEM curriculum, with input from NASA experts on science and space technology within the series. Produced by Space Race, LLC, Space Racers is scheduled to premiere on public television stations in spring 2014 and is distributed through American Public Television.

NECA Introduces Scalers, New Line of Figural Character Cord Clips

Over 50 Licenses to be Included

Hillside, NJ - October 29, 2013 - National Entertainment Collectibles Association (NECA) today announced SCALERS, a new line of licensed electronics accessories that builds on its established relationships with some of the hottest intellectual properties to bring a brand new concept to the marketplace. SCALERS are decorative cord accessories in the shape of miniature character figures, with a patented mechanism that fastens to headphone cords, device cables and more.

More than 50 licenses will be incorporated into the SCALERS product line, including Pacific Rim, Aliens, Predator, Godzilla, Portal, Friday the 13th and Nightmare on Elm Street.

Each SCALER is a sculpted, hand-painted miniature figure from some of the most widely recognized properties in the world. With SCALERS, consumers can express their own personality while decorating or identifying electronics cords.

For video and more information, visit http://youtu.be/DCI5Wmg1IxQ.

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In Stores This Week: New Universal Monsters Banks! Plus: ThunderCats Minimates! Star Trek Minimates "The Cage" Enterprise!

October 30, 2013 - Happy Early Halloween! It's the last New Toy Day before The Big Day, and Diamond Select Toys is putting out some more horror products just under the wire! Their two latest vinyl banks of classic Universal Monsters are finally here, just in time to join your Halloween party decorations! Plus, the latest ThunderCats Minimates set from Icon Heroes hits comic shops! Stop by your nearest location today!

Universal Monsters Wolfman Vinyl Bust Bank

October 30, 2013 - (Sponsor Announcement) - Online retailer BigBadToyStore.com has several items of interest to collectors:

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BATMAN: ARKHAM ORIGINS 10" KILLER CROC
From the new Batman: Arkham Origins game, we have a new Killer Croc figure. He will stand 10" tall and is priced at $22.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=DCC11705&mode=re...

INDIANA JONES FIGMA FIGURE
Max Factory has annoucned a new Figma version of Indiana Jones. He comes with a whip, a gun, treasures from the first three movies and more, and is listed at $59.99, although we are waiting on verification from the vendor.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=MF10383&mode=retail

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