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12" CTHULHU ACTION FIGURE DEBUTED AT TOY FAIR 2015

Toy Fair Attendees Got First In-Person Look at Highly Anticipated 12" Cthulhu from Warpo

CHICAGO, IL (February 16, 2015): Since indie toy company Warpo first entered the collectible toy market last year with a highly successful Kickstarter for their Legends of Cthulhu, 3.75" retro action figures, the next figure on the minds of toy enthusiasts has been a 12" Cthulhu, and that figure became a reality at Toy Fair this weekend as the paint master of 12" Cthulhu made its debut.

The 12" Cthulhu will be the centerpiece of the Legends of Cthulhu collection, with pose-able wings, 9 points of articulation, and pliable "gripping hands", suited for grasping 3.75" action figures to their doom. The 12" Cthulhu figure will be packaged in an early 1980s-style, full-color box, featuring brand new artwork by the masterful artist Ken Kelly.

LEGENDS OF CTHULHU RETRO ACTION FIGURES FROM WARPO, OUT NOW

First Action Figures Based on the Legendary World of H.P. Lovecraft Release in Comic, Toy and Hobby Stores Nationwide Today

CHICAGO, IL (February 10, 2015): From a successful Kickstarter less than a year ago, to toy stores across the country, Warpo is thrilled to announce the Legends of Cthulhu retro action figure line releases today. Legends of Cthulhu are the first action figures based on the world of H.P. Lovecraft, and include The Deep One, The Professor, The Cultist, and the Spawn of Cthulhu himself, each a 3.75", retro-styled action figure, sold separately (MSRP $19.99).

"We can't thank enough everyone who supported the Legends of Cthulhu Kickstarter, and Warpo's vision to create a truly unique and authentic retro toy line," says Tommy Baldwin, VP of Product Development and Warpo co-Owner. "Fans of H.P. Lovecraft have waited a long time to have their elder god in toy form, and we are proud to have done justice to the worlds and characters."

DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT AND THE BREWING FACTORY TEAM TO DEVELOP AND MANUFACTURE 3-D MERCHANDISE

LINE LAUNCHES WITH J. SCOTT CAMPBELL-INSPIRED WOMEN OF DYNAMITE COLLECTIBLES, DEBUTING WITH VAMPIRELLA STATUE

February 16, 2015, Mt. Laurel, NJ: Dynamite Entertainment, a leading publisher of original and licensed comic books, graphic novels, and e-books, expands its extensive merchandising program with its proud announcement of a creative partnership with The Brewing Factory, the merchandise development company founded by Georg Brewer. The partnership will grow the Dynamite product line with new three-dimensional categories, most notably collectible statues and toys. The first projects will be a line of female character statues, Women of Dynamite, debuting with a Vampirella statue featuring the iconic comic book heroine and horror hostess (sculpted by Jason Smith and based on the artwork of J. Scott Campbell), and slated for release in June 2015.

February 2015 - Icon Heroes has announced a new set of bookends:

Hello, we are pleased to announce the Batman Logo Bookends set!

Display your Batman books, games, movies, and more with this stylish Batman logo bookend set! Hand painted in the Dark Knight's black and yellow, this limited edition bookend set measures approximately 6.5" H x 8.5" L x 3.25" D. Perfect for display on your shelf, desk, and more!

UPC: 793573701640
Availability: 3Q 2015
Material: Polystone
Dimension: 6.5" H x 8.5" L x 3.25" D
Approx. Weight: 5 lbs

ERIC POWELL'S 'GOON' STATUE DEBUTS AT TOY FAIR 2015!

NEW YORK, NY - February 2015 - Dark Horse Comics will reveal a new statue based on Eric Powell's The Goon at Toy Fair 2015 in New York City.

The Goon is a hilarious blend of pulpy horror and slapstick comedy following the ongoing misadventures of the man they call the Goon and his sidekick Franky as they battle the legions of the undead!

In late 2012, Blur Studios, Dark Horse Entertainment, and Eric Powell successfully funded a Kickstarter campaign for a feature-film-length story reel based on Powell's beloved characters. Originally Blur Studios produced a very limited-edition faux-bronze statue for fans as an incentive, sculpted by Sean McNally, an artist involved with Blur's Goon efforts from the start. Now Eisner Award–winning creator Eric Powell and Blur Studios are set to release this gorgeously painted brutish statue for the Goon's growing legion of fans.

Legendary Taps JAKKS Pacific as Master Toy Licensee for the Upcoming Theatrical Release of Warcraft®

MALIBU, Calif. -- February 12, 2015 -- Legendary will bring one of the most popular game series of all-time to the big screen with the live-action feature film, Warcraft. Leading U.S. toymaker JAKKS Pacific, Inc. has secured the Master Toy license for the highly-anticipated release, which hits theatres in March of 2016. This comprehensive agreement grants JAKKS the rights to manufacture, distribute and market action figures in all scales, basic and feature plush, playsets, role-play items and Halloween costumes and accessories. Based on Blizzard Entertainment's Warcraft universe, which includes the acclaimed multiplayer online role-playing game World of Warcraft®, the film is directed by Duncan Jones (Moon, Source Code) and stars Travis Fimmel, Paula Patton, Ben Foster, Dominic Cooper, and Toby Kebbell.

Top Toy Trends of 2015 Announced by Toy Industry Association (TIA), the Official Voice of Toy Fair

"Maker Movement" ... "Smart Play" ... "Mini Madness" ... and "Under the Sea" Among Top Trends

NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2015 -- Creative toys that epitomize the Maker Movement, innovative "smart" playthings, and toys that make a "splash" are among the top toy trends of 2015, according to experts at the U.S. Toy Industry Association (TIA). The trade group announced this year's hottest trends in toys and play during a packed seminar held this afternoon for media and buyers at TIA's 112th North American International Toy Fair.

"Open-ended forms of play will reign supreme in 2015, with an abundance of toys and games that allow kids to build, customize, create, and develop important skills through play," said Adrienne Appell, TIA trend expert. "We are also seeing aquatic- and dinosaur-themed toys popping up in just about every category, while pint-sized collectibles are sure to bring kids countless hours of affordable fun!"

February 2015 - The Toy Pizza series on YouTube has a new episode online!

Episode 52 features a look at the Glyos interchangeable action figures and an overview of action figures on Kickstarter.

Don't forget to check out their action figure Kickstarter project!

LEGO Systems Debuts Largest-Ever Collection of Building Sets to Inspire Builders of All Ages at American International Toy Fair

More than 300 new building sets will inspire hands-on creative learning among builders of any ability and interest

NEW YORK, Feb. 12, 2015 -- AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL TOY FAIR - LEGO Systems, Inc. debuts its largest collection of new building sets ever - 313 new products - at the American International Toy Fair. Among the new offerings is LEGO® Classic - a collection of basic bricks and special elements designed to inspire and encourage open-ended and creative building fun. LEGO Systems will showcase new products in booth #1651 in Hall 3B of New York City's Jacob K. Javits Convention Center from February 14-17.

A Battalion of New LEGO Star Wars Sets Arrives for 2015

NEW YORK, Feb. 12, 2015 -- AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL TOY FAIR -- LEGO Systems, Inc. today announced a variety of exciting new LEGO® Star Wars™ products for 2015. From smaller sets featuring droids and inventive microfighters, to larger sets featuring iconic vehicles and starships, to a new line of constructible figures, the 2015 LEGO Star Wars collection is one of the largest and most diverse since its launch in 1999. Sets feature characters and vehicles from the classic Star Wars saga, the new Star Wars Rebels™ animated series and the highly anticipated seventh film Star Wars: The Force Awakens.