Toy Fair

Toy Fair 2013: Kotobukiya Spotlight

Toy Fair 2013: Kotobukiya Spotlight

We were greeted at the Kotobukiya booth by two large 1/4 Iron Man 3 statues and as we walked on through, the merchandise just kept getting better.  Also new from Kotobukiya in the world of superheroes, is a Black Canary statue!  She and Kitty Pryde are the next in their line of Bishoujo statues.  Full prototypes were not yet ready to view, but the concepts shown in their catalog ensure that these two ladies will be just as beautiful as the rest of the collection.  There is also a new Daredevil Tell Me More!
Toy Fair 2013: Once Upon a Zombie Dolls

Toy Fair 2013: Once Upon a Zombie Dolls

What happens when you mix fairytales with the undead?  The result are these beautifully detailed Once Upon a Zombie Dolls which are based on a characters from a children's book.  Each doll, manufactured by WowWee, is modeled after a character and the first collection includes zombie versions of Snow White, Rapunzel, Sleeping Beauty, the Little Mermaid, Cinderella, and Belle.  Each doll has pale purplish skin and is articulated to bend in a zombie like manner.  The eyes on the dolls are absolutely Tell Me More!
Toy Fair 2013: Funko Spotlight

Toy Fair 2013: Funko Spotlight

We often post about the irresistibly adorable Funko figures but the coming assortment for 2013 along with all of the concept designs we heard about made us realize we should start saving up for new Pop vinyl figures immediately.  In addition to their signature Pop and Wacky Wobblers, Funko will be releasing several new blond box collections, as well as a Disney cupcake collection that we foresee decorating our kitchen with.  Each of the Disney cupcake figures comes displayed in its own personal Tell Me More!
Toy Fair 2013: NECA Spotlight

Toy Fair 2013: NECA Spotlight

After viewing all of the new merchandise to be released, there is no question that NECA will be dominating the toy market in 2013.  From their irresistible Pacific Rim figures, to Kick-Ass 2, Alien, Prometheus, Lone Ranger, Keaton Batman, and our personal favorite, the '66 Adam West Batman who is articulated to Batusi, NECA's entire line is a must buy.  And now, for some release dates! Kick Ass 2 - June, Prometheus series 2 - March Prometheus Series 3 - TBA (series 1 is currently available Tell Me More!
Toy Fair 2013: Mezco Spotlight

Toy Fair 2013: Mezco Spotlight

Many fans have been waiting for what feels like a lifetime to finally get their hands on some Breaking Bad merchandise.  Mezco has every avenue covered with these Walter White and Jesse Pinkman plush dolls, action figures, and bobble heads.  All of the Breaking Bad merchandise should be available in June of 2013, just in time for the shows 6th season.  Also notable from Mezco were the Girls of Gotham mini figures which debut in August of 2013, along with a mini Batman and Batmobile.     Tell Me More!