Toy2R and Apex Trading Company join forces to lauch the USA debut of several new releases during Designer Con in Pasadena on November 21st.

Both of Kozik’s reimagining of the classic Toy2R Toyer figures will be available  – the 11" Toyer Z and 11" Toyer Enemy Figures. Apex will also be offering their exclusive version of Kozik’s 6" Glow in the Dark Potamus figure.

Qee highlights include the availability of the 8" Emon Burton Qee Bear by Ian Christy, the 8" Adventure Quest Deady Qee by Voltaire as well as the 2.5" and 8" Reservoir Dog Qees.

Other available exclusives include Apex’s 2.5" Paper Cut Qee Bear – Blue Edition as well as a very limited quantity of the 2.5" Black Nickel Edition of the Real Metal Qee produced by Fully Visual. This is the first time this version has been made available and quantities are limited!

Apex will be holding a Raffle as well as a Treasure hunt – so be sure to drop by Booth #30 for your chance to win some cool prizes!

Many other surprises to come!! Don’t Miss Out!

Come say hey to the Qee Crew during Designer Con – held November 21st at the Pasadena Convention Center!

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Here’s a tidbit of news posted over on MattyCollector.com today about the future of the Movie Masters The Dark Knight line…

Hey Dark Knight Fans, I’ve got a hot update on Movie Masters™ The Dark Knight products… You already know that initially the plan was to offer one new figure per month at MattyCollector.com. Thanks to you, loyal Dark Knight fans, sales have been so good that we’re feeling confident enough to increase production and also bring the line to Toys "R" Us in the spring. The good news is that you’ll be able to walk into your local Toys "R" Us and find The Dark Knight figures. The even better news? You’ll still be able to get them at MattyCollector.com and because of the increased production numbers, we’ll be reducing the price to just $15 each! Here’s how it’ll go down: The Joker as Gotham City Thug figure started out here on MattyCollector.com, and will continue to be a MattyCollector.com exclusive as long as we’ve got stock. The remaining six figures in the line will be available here first, one each month for the new price of $15 each. Then this spring they’ll all be available at Toys "R" Us except for The Joker as Gotham City Thug. At press time, here’s how the line is slated for sale here at MattyCollector.com (subject to change, as always): ON SALE NOW: The Joker as Gotham City Thug — a MattyCollector.com exclusive! December 15: Survival Suit Bruce Wayne January 15: Harvey Dent February 15: The Joker with Missile Launcher March 15: Scarecrow April 15: Batman (Night Vision) May 17: Two-Face You know I always try to tell you like it is. While this strategy won’t work for every Mattycollector.com line, when the second-highest grossing film of all time* is behind a toy line, it gives us a unique opportunity to bump up production numbers and offer it at retail as well so even more fans can get the characters they want. I’ll let you know as soon as we have expected on-shelf dates. We really appreciate everyone’s support for this great line! —Matty *Source: http://www.imdb.com/boxoffice/alltimegross

 

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The G.I. Joe Team at Hasbro has once again come through for AFI readers answering your latest and greatest  G.I. Joe questions.  These questions were submitted by AFI readers via our Forums.  
 

Q1. There have been rumors that Series 3 of the ROC Combat Heroes wont make it to general retail? Is this true?

A1. We are planning to get all waves on shelf but it does depend on stock turnover.

Q2. Will we get a classic single card of Monkey Wrench with Goggles?

A2. There are no plans for this at present.

Q3. Will those Wal Mart rumored multipack Combat Heroes – with Wild Bill and Xamot and Tomax ever see the light of day?

A3.At this point, we have no immediate plans to develop these characters for Combat Heroes.

If you have a  question you would like to ask the GI Joe team, you can submit them via this thread.  

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Mattel posted on their Facebook page that The He-Man re-release and Scareglow are selling much faster than expected, so if you want them you should place an order now!

If you want to see  see more pictures of the items on sale today you can check out their entry in the AFi Archives.

You can see the Doom Patrol JLU 4-pack here, the DCUC Color of Fear 2-pack here, and Scareglow here.

 

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Here are the latest DC DIRECT solicitations for items that will be in stores July 2010

ACTION FIGURES

BATMAN REBORN SERIES 1 ACTION FIGURES

In one of the most exciting, ongoing comics events in recent years, a cast of familiar characters assumes the mantle of the bat. And out of the events of BATMAN REBORN, a new generation of heroes rise!

Now don’t miss out on the action figures based on this award-winning, best-selling series, which includes both Azrael and Batgirl in their new costumes.

Includes:
Batman: Jason Todd        6.65” h
Batman: Two-Face        6.7” h
Azrael                6.75” h
Batgirl                5.75” h

4-color clamshell packaging.

Advance-solicited; on sale July 14, 2010 * Action Figures * PI

Retailers, please note: Batman: Jason Todd, Batman: Two-Face, Azrael and Batgirl are intended for individual sale to consumers, but are sold to retailers in inner and master case assortments. Consult your Retailer Order Form for packaging and pricing details. These products are being offered simultaneously beyond the comic-book specialty market.

SUPERMAN (KINGDOM COME) 1:6 SCALE DELUXE COLLECTOR FIGURE

For the first time ever in this popular product line, the 1:6 scale deluxe collector figure body has been extensively modified to reflect the unique style of a particular artist – Alex Ross’ Kingdom Come Superman.

Dressed in the trademark Kingdom Come S-shield-style costume, this version of Superman closely resembles Ross’ art from the legendary miniseries KINGDOM COME and the epic “THY KINGDOM COME” in physique, expression and dress.

The figure features 28 points of articulation, is packaged in a deluxe 4-color window box with a fifth panel and includes a display stand.

Limited Edition. Manufactured to order.

Advance-solicited; on sale July 28, 2010 * Collector figure * $99.99 US

STATUES AND BUSTS

BATMAN BLACK & WHITE STATUE: CATWOMAN BY STEVE RUDE
DESIGNED BY STEVE RUDE
SCULPTED BY KAREN PALINKO

Slinking her way into the BATMAN BLACK & WHITE STATUE line, Catwoman becomes the first female character and the third villain to join this popular series.

This classic rendition of Catwoman swinging a whip is an original design by artist Steve Rude and makes the perfect companion piece to Rude’s version of Batman in black and white.

The statue measures approximately 7.5” high x 4.75” wide x 3.25” deep, is painted in monochromatic tones, features a Bat-logo-shaped base and is packaged in a black and white box.

Limited edition. Manufactured to order.

Advance-solicited; on sale July 7, 2010 * Statue * $80 US

 

DC DYNAMICS: SUPERMAN STATUE
DESIGNED AND SCULPTED BY TIM BRUCKNER

DC Direct’s exquisite new statue gallery series, featuring dynamic interpretations of classic superheroes, continues!

Award-winning sculptor Tim Bruckner has transformed his original designs of the most recognizable DC heroes into some of the most outstanding, upscale statues DC Direct has ever produced. Each statue features a base that captures the character’s interaction with the surrounding environment.

The fourth in a series of six statues scheduled to be released in 2010, the Man of Steel rockets out of the Fortress of Solitude on his way to defend Metropolis.

This limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain statue measures approximately 11.75” high x 6” wide x 5” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box with a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity.

Limited Edition. Manufactured to order.

Advance-solicited; on sale July 14, 2010 * Statue * $195 US

 

DC CHRONICLES: AQUAMAN STATUE
SCULPTED BY TIM BRUCKNER

The King of the Seven Seas is the third statue in a series created to capture the original depictions of DC Comics’ most renowned heroes.

With his mega-watt grin and confident stance, the DC CHRONICLES: AQUAMAN STATUE captures the idealism that was present in comics of ol’, while featuring sculptural techniques of the modern day.

The DC Chronicles statue line has a consistent base, and the retro-style logo on the base further gives the piece a sense of the period from which it originated.

This limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain statue measures approximately 7” high x 4.5” wide x 3.75” deep and is packaged in a 4-color box with a 4-color Certificate of Authenticity.

Manufactured to order.

Advance-solicited; on sale July 14, 2010 * Statue * $99.99 US

 

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DesignerCon (formerly Vinyl Toy Network) is coming up this next Saturday, November 21st at the Pasadena Convention Center.  On behalf of Delicious Drips, we would like to invite you guys to come visit our booth and say “HELLO, MY NAME IS:__________”.    This year is boasting more than DOUBLE the number of companies/designers than last year.   

We are going to have some really fun events for this year.  We have the Mini Figure Shootout where you will have a shot at blasting some mini figures for a chance to win some FREE toys and gear!  That’s just the START of the mayhem. 

 

 

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Matty from MattyCollector.com and ToyGuru. sent us the answers to our latest round of questions.that AFi readers have posted in our forums.       

 The next round of questions have already been turned in, but if you want to get in on the NEXT round we need your questions by Saturday Nov.28th.  Remember they can be about any Mattel product including MOTUC, Ghostbusters and Cars.  You can submit new questions in this thread.

You can find our past Q&A’s here. And you can discuss the answers at our Mattel board.

 

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Due to popular response from collectors and fans, Toy2R announces the addition of 5 new Wood Style Finished 8" Qees. The first series of 2.5" and 8" Wood Qees tagged with Toy2R’s logo on the chest have since sold out. Listening to requests from collectors – Toy2R has opted to release these new finishes without the logo to capture a true Wood Grain look perfect for any decor.

The new releases feature original finishes of regular wood grain looks in both light and dark versions. The newer added Qees feature the wood finish of Sapele Wood – a reddish-brown wood that in many ways is very similar to Mahogany. Available now in light and dark matte finishes – but also a dark version available in high gloss!

 

Currently available for order through Apex Trading Company (theapex@apex-z.com) all five versions are the feature release Qees launching Toy2R into its 15th Anniversary in 2010.

Each 8" Qee comes boxed and is ready for display.

Not your typical yule log!
 

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There’s a big update from Mattel today about all things MattyCollector.com over on the MattyCollector Facebook page.  This update covers everything from DCUC to Ghostbusters to WWE to MOTUC to the MattyCollector.com sale tomorrow.   There’s a lot of information to cover so dive in!

 

Hey gang! Its been a while since I offered a general update and rather post a little bit here and there on fan forums, I thought a good posting on Facdbook for all the lines would be best. DC Universe world: So lets see, sounds like Wave 11 has hit stores which is very exciting. And on top of that, I can announce that we will indeed have Wave 11 for sale on MattyCollector.com. It is unsure at this point if we will have it before the holidays, but when we get Wave 11 in, it will be sold as a master case of 8. You will get: 1 X Katmai Tui with constructs 1 X John Stewart with constructs 1 X Shark 1 X Cyborg Superman in Sinestro Corps uniform 1 X Steppenwolf (Red) 1 X Steppenwolf (Green) 1 X Deadman (standard version) 1 X The Question – fan choice! And of course all the parts you need to make Kilowog! The only figure not included in this set is the clear chase version of Deadman. This version is exclusive to retailers. Pricing and onsale dates will be posted in the coming weeks, but this is a first step to helping improve distribution! In other DC news, we just got in the first test shots of 12" Zod! Boy is he fantastic! We want to make a few small changes before showing to the public, but if you’ve seen our 12" Ghostbuster figures, you’ll know the quality to expect. Zod will use the same basic body and packaging structure, but of course he will have all the details and accessories custom for him including an extra set of hands, Earth weapons for him to bend and melt with heatvision, as well as a stand for the pack out Oval Office setting! Overall an incredible figure is coming Dec 15th! And speaking of Dec 15th, we’ll also have the first ever Retro Action 8" Vintage Figure: Green Arrow! This is a preview figure for an all new line coming to Toys R Us and select online retailers in the Spring. Each figure is painstakingly created with the look and feel of the toys you knew as a kid. Who say’s they don’t make toys like they used to? Now we did hit one snag, we won’t have our full order on Dec 15th. So much like Mer-Man, Green Arrow may sell out quick, but we’ll have a few more in within a week or so. But if you want this guy for the holidays, be there on MattyCollector.com on Dec 15th at 12:00 noon eastern time! And JLU is shipping! You may have seen a few new 3 packs starting to trickle out. We’re working with Target now to clear out old sets and get more new sets in before the end of the year and we’ll keep shipping at least into the first few months of 2010 until we get caught up. JLU is still coming! This is one of my highest priorities! Avatar: Have you seen these toys! Wow, amazing stuff really. New Avatar 33/4" and 6" figures as well as 3 3/4" beasts and vehicles are in stores now. We’ll also have select Avatar figures on MattyCollector.com on Dec 1st leading up to the movie launch. If you haven’t marked your calendars yet, Dec 18th will be a cinema experience like no other! (and wait until you check out the mind blowing iTags including with each Avatar figure – create virtual animated version of each toy, right on your computer monitor! All you need is webcam and the free downloadable software!) WWE: The news is out and Mattel has WWE! Look for all new super star scale figures aimed at the discriminating collector everywhere Jan 1st. Wait until you see the Entrance Greats assortment! Some of the best figures we’ve ever done! And with WWE, we’re just getting started! MOTU Lots going on in the MOTU world. We got in a new sample of Moss Man. Almost there. His fur is not quite the right color, so we’re going to hold off until we have a more finished sample on this guy before posting. We also got early samples of Battle Cat in package in. Have a bit of an issue that his mask is falling off in package. We’re doing everything we can to fix this before the full production is finished. He’ll come in a box with a blister back (similar to the original toy) so worst case is the box can be opened without damage to slide the mask back on. But we’ll do all we can to avoid this! As soon as we have a better sample we’ll post it for all to see. And the big news, we’ve got our April 2010 figure all lined up. You can catch the first images of EVIL LYN in the next issue of Toy Fare magazine! Which version is she? You’ll just have to wait until Toy Fare’s 2010 preview in issue 150 to find out! Ghostbusters: Oh, we’ve barley gotten out feet wet (or is that slimed) in Ghostbuster toys! New 12" and 6" will be shipping throughout the winter and spring. We’ve got a lot of new surprises in store for 2010, but you may need to wait until SDCC 2010 for us to reveal all of the new news, but it is in the works! That’s the big stuff. Of course we have a big sale tomorrow on MattyCollector.com. We’ve been working at length with Digital River to endure it is a clean easy sale. If any collectors do have ANY shipping issues at all, we’ll be monitoring this page carefully so we can address any order concerns. Please be sure to post your order number as a reference if we do need to jump in for extra customer service help. We’re committed to making shopping on MattyCollector.com the best experience possible! Good luck tomorrow, there’s going to be some great figures up for sale! Matty

 

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Most of us never thought this would happen.  Most of us were crushed when Bandai announced and displayed a set Doom Patrol figures at Toy Fair as part of their Teen Titans animated line… only to have them, and the line canceled just a few short months later.

Now Mattel heals that wound with a brand new Justice League Unlimited MattyCollector.com exclusive 4-pack.  This awesome new set goes on sale at noon EST on Monday Nov 16th.   The set includes: Robotman, Elasti-Girl, Negative Man and Mento.

We have packaged and loose turn around shots in each entry in the archives.

Click on the images below for each entry

 

 

You can click here to see all four listings in the archive.

Click here to order this set from MattyCollector.com.

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