Cartoon Network’s Emmy® Award-winning animated sci-fi series is coming to DVD for the first time ever, with the release of Ben 10: The Complete Series on May 13, 2025. Get ready to binge on all 227 episodes of the beloved series starring the alien changing Ben Tennyson on his intergalactic alien-fighting adventures, plus 2 full-length movies Ben 10: Secret of The Omnitrix and Ben 10: Destroy all Aliens. Pre-order your copy today!
Ben 10...it's one of those shows you wind up watching because someone else in the house is watching, and then find the quirky humor, insanely fun animation style and fast pace leave you coming back for more. Starting this Saturday, the show's creators throw a little more variety into the mix, sending Ben and his alien buds to a monster planet...AND IT'S NOT EVEN OCTOBER!!!
Beginning this Saturday on Cartoon Network, Ben 10 Omniverse embarks on a journey of monstrous proportions with a special three-episode Monster Planet arc! In order to defeat some otherworldly foes, Ben and Rook must team up with some unlikely allies – and Ben will undergo some haunting new alien transformations!
Ben is back in all-new episodes of BEN 10 OMNIVERSE! Starting this Saturday, February 15 at 9 am ET /8 am CT, Ben takes on new fiendish forms in BEN 10 OMNIVERSE: GALACTIC MONSTERS. Halloween is coming early to Bellwood, and to beat scary new villains like zombie clowns and evil vampires, Ben will have to take some monster alien forms of his own.
Monsters, mummies and werewolves may be taking over, but Ben has defended the universe from the worst of the worst. Now it’s hero time on Monster Planet! The spooky fun begins with "Something Zombozo This Way Comes," when Ben and Rook must stop Zombozo and the Circus Freaks from turning everyone in Bellwood into zombie clowns. Tune-in to Cartoon Network every Saturday morning to see who comes out of the shadows next!
This St. Patrick’s
Day weekend, Cartoon Network goes green with BEN 10 BOOTCAMP! With 17 hours of
Ben 10 movies and episodes from every Ben 10 series, Ben 10 Boot Camp is the perfect way for long-time fans to
relive favorite moments and for new fans to get to know Ben better.
The fun begins on
Saturday, March 16 at 9 a.m. (ET, PT) with a brand-new one-hour Ben 10 Omniverse special, “Frogs of
War.”Emperor
Milleous, Princess Attea, and their unstoppable Incursean forces have invaded!
Can Ben, Rook, and the Plumbers stop them from frogging up the Earth? And make
sure to keep an eye out for the debut of this new Ben alien!
UK Toy Fair is under way with the first day being press day, so all the companies with mascots suited their characters up and sent them out into battle for your consumer dollars ...and your hearts. Aww. We've just started cracking the surface of this show, so consider this the warm up! Here's what went on..
Toy Fair UK (aka THE Toy Fair) is celebrating its 60th birthday. They kicked things off with a speech from Frank Martin, BTHA Chairman...
"As the Chair of BTHA I’m delighted to be making these opening remarks today – at this, our 60th Toy Fair. I’ll tell you more about how we plan to mark this anniversary year later on. But first, let’s deal with the year just past, and our sector’s performance. You do not need me to tell you that this has been a difficult trading year, both at home and abroad, and the toy industry, just like other sectors, has had to share some of that pain. The good news is that, even in these difficult times, the resilience of the toy sector continues. Last year, the overall entertainment industry declined in sales value by 12%, by contrast the UK Toy Industry declined by 1%.
After all that pre-show...TOY FAIR STARTS TODAY!! Before we hit the main event in New York next month, we begin in the UK where companies are shaking hands with buyers to get you Brits the plastics you desire..all done while the lazy Americans sleep. Shameful. Let's kick things off with some pats on the back peppered with new toy reveals, shall we?
The fifth annual Toy Fair Best New Toy Awards winners were announced this morning predicting some of the top new toys for 2013. Winners range from classics like Scalextric (Hornby) and Star Wars (Hasbro) to state of the art futuristic technology such as HolograFX (John Adams) and TESKSTA – the robotic puppy (Character Options).
The twelve categories - which produced 34 winning toys from 24 different toy companies - were unveiled by Toy Fair organizers the British Toy & Hobby Association on the first day of the show this morning. Toy Fair is the UK’s only dedicated toy, game and hobby trade exhibition and is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year.
Cartoon Network revs up its Saturday morning slate with new episodes during its hit and beloved action block, including Ben 10 Omniverse, Star Wars: The Clones Wars and DC Nation beginning January 5th. Cartoon Network Studios’ original series, Ben 10 Omniverse kicks-off the Saturday morning line-up at 9 a.m. (ET, PT) with guest star Aziz Ansari (Parks and Recreation), followed by the special 100th episode of Star Wars: The Clone Wars at 9:30 a.m. (ET, PT). The highly-anticipated return of DC Nation rounds out the morning at 10 a.m. (ET, PT) featuring all-new content, including episodes of Green Lantern: The Animated Series, Young Justice: Invasion and all-new animated shorts featuring characters from the DC Comics universe.
As the rains finally pull away from my super soggy central New Jersey, it seemed like a good time to hit the stores and see if anything new hit the pegs. Here's the September skinny...
Toys R Us :
Adventure Time fans will note that the small scale plush, even smaller scale PVC figure 2 packs and the role play Finn sword are now in stock at some locations. Oddly, at a larger TRU, they only had the swords in.
FanBoy and Chum Chum toys have also hit with two to three full rows of action figures based on the TV show. Are people really going that crazy for this one?? I never hear anyone talking about it. I fear these toys may be joining the small display of Hero 108 toys that never move and look oh-so-lonely hanging there. Never heard of Hero 108? Neither did most people. Most notable was a small-ish (3 inches) scaled Manartica figure which is labeled as a Toys R Us exclusive, featuring translucent plastic. Very nice piece of a hysterically inventive cartoon superhero. These were released by Jazwares, who like to keep these things super secret so you don't know you can buy them. Note: Sarcasm.
Star Wars figures were on sale for 6 and change, so I scored 3 army builders I either didn't know about or forgot were coming... Death Star Troopers!! I collect Star Wars figures to complete huge battle scenes so massive, they are completely realistic for the size of my apartment. One of these is the Endor Battle, for which I have a couple of chicken walkers (AT-ST for the hardcore), the shield bunker, a small gang of biker scouts, a cadre of rebel troops, an army of Stormtroopers and a horde of Ewoks. What people often forget is the Imperial Officers and those oddly-hatted Death Star Troopers who vacate the bunker when they think they've got the upper hand. Lucas/Hasbro doesn't release those dome headed folks very often, so they tend to be a little pricey more often than not. Imagine my surprise when I was able to walk into a store and buy three for 6 bucks a pop!! My Endor battle scene should be just about done now, barring the release of more Ewoks. You can never have enough furry, human eating teddy bears.
Also scored a set of DC Universe Classics Series 17, the goal being to create the Collect and Connect Anti-Monitor, since I Have no desire for figures of heroes in a look they sported for 1 or 2 comics. Sadly, when assembled, this global threat isn't very large. I'm forced to remember the glory days when we assembled a Sentinel large enough to squash a 3 and 3 quarter inch figure under his heel. What happened to that sense of giving more bang for your buck? Did prices rise so steeply or is there just a more rigid bottom line demanded by the executives? Sad, sad times.
Browsing the isles I spotted LEGO Mini Figures series 5. Tiny dots in the bottom of the package supposedly reveal who is inside these blind packaged figures available for a steep 4 dollars a pop, but it seemed this batch was already picked over. I'm only after the Dwarf, Gladiator and Lizard Man AKA Godzilla Actor this time around, so I'm not sweating the hunt.
Eileen, compelled to find out what all the hubub around HALO Megabloks was all about, talked herself into two sets with a Banshee and some small vehicles. She also bought a single packed figure. She tells me her two Spartans are in a committed relationship and they ride their vehicle together, blasting the enemy. They seem happy.
Also saw a fantastic display for DC Comics Imaginext sets with the Batcave, Joker's Lair, Green Lantern's ship, a crazy awesome Penguin vehicle and more. Snapped some pics of pieces I'd never seen before like a Joker and Two Face Van (from that issue when they started rival food truck companies) and a Bi-Plane for The Riddler. Seems fitting.
I'll make a quick note about a re-mixed case of Marvel Universe that is making the rounds, including a Ms. Marvel retro short haired variant. Hasbro has been mixing variants into the new cases, so be on the lookout.
Walmart:
Shock of all shocks, my tiny little Old Bridge Walmart got a shiny new case of G.I.Joe figures! I snapped up a Hazard-Viper, Cobra Viper and Sgt. Stalker (who just happened to be mis-named. Anyone want to trade?) If you collected Joes as a kid, these new figures will blow your mind. Every figure is packed with detail and so many accessories it appears they may explode out of the package. If Hasbro put this kind of attention into the Marvel Universe line, we'd be flipping out monthly.
I once briefed you on the heinous act of "Toy Rape", where a wonderful individual buys a toy and replaces it with another they don't want or even a pile of junk resembling a figure before returning it for their money back. I've seen Cobra tank drivers in Wolverine packages, Jedi missing their cloak, arms and head and even a Jawa standing next to a bandoleer, staff and rifle where a droid should be. Recently, my locals have been silently expressing their displeasure with the price of the DC Universe Classics Crime Syndicate of Amerika buy replacing their favorites with random DCUC figures and making the return for full price. It seemed we've only had one set for some time now, so I'd imagine this swapping has happened twice! The first switcheroo dropped an extra Johnny Quick into the tray with a Metal Man replacing Power Ring. The second run swapped the second Johnny Quick for a dressed down Creeper and the Metal Man is now swapped with Jonah Hex. Maybe next week the set will be filled with Hello Kitties, Poly Pockets and a Weeble or two?! Madness.
Those who can't wait for the return of Marvel Legends keep their ear close to the ground for any new 6 inch Marvel figures. When 6 inch Iron Man toys hit the pegs with the painful price tag of $19.99, the collective moan was heard across the nerdy interwebs. If this was the price Marvel legends would be upon their return, most of us wouldn't be returning to collecting. Oddly, the same figures on Hasbrotoyshop.com are going for $10.99. It seems like every store since then has set their own price , but Walmart's new 13 dollar mark is the best we've seen so far.
We don't say much about Ben 10 toys on this blog. Honestly, the designs are very kid friendly and so, I rarely have much that excites me in the line. Bandai realizes there are more than a few adult collectors that might want to dip into the Ben 10 world, so their rotocast "Hyperalien" figure line is just for you. What these pieces lack in super posability, they make up for in sculpting detail and paint applications. Check out Ultimate Swampfire, Four Arms V.2 and Ultimate Aggregor!
This has been an awesome year for cartoons. I could finally wash the horrific taste of bland tween cartoons away with incredible nonsense like Adventure Time, Regular Show, Amazing World of Gumball and even the further adventures of Scooby-Doo and Loony Tunes!! Adventure Time, in particular, is eerily addictive, so be warned. Want to catch a glimpse of some of these new shows and have a once in a lifetime experience with their creators? Cartoon Network has the hookup...
In 2011 Cartoon Network will transport fans attending San Diego Comic-Con International to the unpredictable and exciting world of Adventure Time! The Land of Ooo comes to Comic Con and to the streets of San Diego with an Adventure Time themed booth, Pizzeria and the first-ever Adventure Time Parade.
Based on the hit show, Cartoon Network’s booth will feature a massive one-of-a-kind inflatable of series star Jake, with Finn and Lady Rainicorn along for the ride. Fans will be able to take photos set in the Land of Ooo with Adventure Time characters, collect five exclusive Adventure Time buttons, participate in an open casting call to audition as their favorite Adventure Time character and attend a star-studded panel filled with live readings, giveaways, and more!
Every day during the convention an Adventure Time parade featuring Finn, Jake, Ice King, Princess Bubblegum, Lumpy Space Princess, and Lady Rainicorn will wind its way through the Gaslamp District!
Other Cartoon Network series will be showcased at San Diego Comic-Con International with talent and giveaways at convention panels including the exciting action of Ben 10, Generator Rex, Young Justice, Green Lantern: The Animated Series, ThunderCats, Star Wars: The Clone Wars and the hilarious antics of comedy hits like Regular Show, The Amazing World of Gumball, The Problem Solverz, The Looney Tunes Show and many more!
Fans can also tune into Cartoon Network for “Cartoon Network’s Big Fan Weekend” featuring Andrew W.K. (host, Destroy Build Destroy) interviewing popular Cartoon Network show creators and talent live from the convention floor! All weekend long viewers tuning in to Cartoon Network will get first looks at upcoming new movies and series as well as exclusives and sneak peeks of their favorite returning series.
Below is a schedule of Cartoon Network series panels, fan events and signings at 2011 Comic-Con International in San Diego, Calif., Thursday, July 21 - Sunday, July 24, 2011. All times, dates and locations subject to change.
Thursday, July 21
LUCAS PANEL: The Clone Wars Season Four Preview
4:45 – 5:45 p.m.
Room: 6BCF
The epic conflict of Star Wars: The Clone Wars intensifies in the upcoming season, as new battle lines are drawn, new threats arise, and old enemies resurface. Take an unparalleled first look into this Fall's action, drama and adventure as the creators of hit series from Lucasfilm preview some of what will astound Star Wars fans in Season Four. Featuring supervising director Dave Filoni, CG lighting and FX supervisor Joel Aron, and other talents from behind-the-scenes at Lucasfilm Animation. Hosted by Pablo Hidalgo.
Friday, July 22
WB PANEL: MAD Screening and Q&A
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Room: 25ABC
Often imitated but never duplicated, MAD is more than just the country's best-selling humor magazine — it’s also the inspiration for the outrageous animated series from Warner Bros. Animation. Featuring short animated parodies, crazy commercials, pretend promos and classic gags inspired by the iconic magazine, MAD is currently one of the highest-rated series on Cartoon Network … and back at Comic-Con to share more laughs and explore the world of MAD. Join MAD Magazine editor John Ficarra, art director Sam Viviano and “Spy vs. Spy” artist Peter Kuper, along with MAD series producers Kevin Shinick and Mark Marek, for a sizzle reel of laughs from season one, a sneak peek at season two and a wise-cracking Q&A that’s bound to be, well, MAD. MAD airs Mondays at 8:30 p.m. ET/PT on Cartoon Network.
CARTOON NETWORK: Regular Show / The Problem Solverz + More!
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Room: 6A
Johnny Test! The Amazing World of Gumball! Adventure Time! Regular Show! MAD! The Problem Solverz! Cartoon Network is dominating Monday nights with the FUNNIEST night on television, and we’re bringing the inside scoop to Comic Con! Join creators and talent from Regular Show and The Problem Solverz as they talk about how these two comedy hits came to life, perform unique live readings, and show exclusive clips from upcoming episodes! The panel features Regular Show creator J.G. Quintel (Mordecai), Bill Salyers (Rigby), Sam Marin (Pops, Benson, Muscle Man), Janie Hadad (Margaret) and Mike Roth (creative director); The Problem Solverz talent includes acclaimed artist and show creator Ben Jones (Alfe and Roba) and Kyle Kaplan (Horace).
WB PANEL: Green Lantern: The Animated Series Video Presentation and Q&A
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Room: 6BCF
Warner Bros. Animation brings the Green Lantern to television in an all-new CG animated action series for Cartoon Network from world-renowned producer, artist and animator Bruce Timm (Batman: The Animated Series). Based upon the DC Comics super hero, Green Lantern: The Animated Series centers on Hal Jordan and his partner Kilowog who find themselves alone on the edge of the Guardian Frontier fighting off an invasion by the deadly Red Lantern Corps. Timm will headline a panel — moderated by Warner Bros. Animation’s Sam Register (Teen Titans) — which will also feature producer Giancarlo Volpe (Star Wars: The Clone Wars) and producer/story editor Jim Krieg (Ben 10: Alien Swarm). In addition to the Q&A, fans in attendance will be treated to footage of this highly anticipated new series prepared exclusively for Comic-Con.
LUCAS PANEL: Rendering the Galaxy Far, Far Away - The Digital Art and Light of The Clone Wars
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Room: 7AB
What does it take to being The Clone Wars to the screen? How is the feature film quality animation produced on a weekly television schedule? These secrets are kept by the artists at Lucasfilm Animation, and they are here to peer behind-the-scenes of the hit animated series, offering insight into the creative and technical process of continuing the epic sweep and visual grandeur of the Star Wars saga. Featuring supervising director Dave Filoni, CG lighting & FX supervisor Joel Aron, and other talents from behind-the-scenes at Lucasfilm Animation. Hosted by Pablo Hidalgo.
WB PANEL: ThunderCats Premiere Episode Screening and Q&A
3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Room: 6A
Comic-Con, Ho! From the moment this series was announced, fans have answered the call — now, the wait is finally over as Warner Bros. Animation is proud to bring the fans at Comic-Con the world premiere of this all-new reimagining of the beloved ’80s franchise. Lion-O, Tygra, Panthro, Cheetara, Wily Kit, Wily Kat and Snarf are back! After the screening, producers Michael Jelenic (Batman: The Brave and the Bold) and Ethan Spaulding (Avatar: The Last Airbender), art director Dan Norton (G.I. Joe: Resolute) and members of the voice cast will discuss what viewers can expect in the first season of this exciting new series. ThunderCats premieres in a special one-hour episode on Friday, July 29 at 8/7c on Cartoon Network. Become a fan of ThunderCats on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thundercats.
Saturday, July 23
CARTOON NETWORK: Adventure Time
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Room: 6A
What time is it?! It’s ADVENTURE TIME...COMIC CON STYLE! See what’s in store for Finn, Jake, and and all their friends from the mystical Land of Ooo as Cartoon Network’s break-out hit comes to you LIVE with a star-studded panel of talent, including show creator Pendleton Ward, Jeremy Shada (Finn), Hynden Walch (Princess Bubblegum), Olivia Olson (Marceline the Vampire Queen), Kent Osborne (storyboard artist) and others. If you want to see sneak peaks of upcoming episodes (and we know you do!), and be the first to learn about upcoming special events (don’t deny it!) and want to get your hands on some algebraic Adventure Time gear (Hammacow!), then you do not want to miss this totally out-of-this-world panel!
Sunday, July 24
WB PANEL: Young Justice Screening and Q&A
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Room: 7AB
Robin, Aqualad, Kid Flash, Miss Martian, Red Arrow and Superboy — these aren’t your average sidekicks and this isn’t your average cartoon. In a short amount of time, and with just a small number of episodes, fans have embraced this new action-adventure series as Warner Bros. Animation has brought some of their favorite DC heroes to life. Following a special screening, producers Brandon Vietti (Batman: Under the Red Hood) and Greg Weisman (Gargoyles), lead character designer Phil Bourassa (Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths) and additional members of the creative team will be on hand to answer your burning questions on what the future holds for “the team.” Young Justice Season 1, Part 1 is available on DVD now.
WB PANEL: Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated Screening and Q&A
1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Room 6A
The gang from Crystal Cove is packing up its best traps and bringing them to San Diego, and it’s no mystery as to why fans have embraced this most recent take on Scooby-Doo from Warner Bros. Animation. Join supervising producers Spike Brandt and Tony Cervone (both Duck Dodgers) and producer Mitch Watson (Ben 10: Race Against Time) for a special screening of the first season finale and a lively panel on the adventures that await Scooby, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne and Velma in season two. Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated airs Tuesdays at 7:30/6:30c on Cartoon Network and the original movie Scooby-Doo! Legend of the Phantosaur will be released on DVD September 13. Become a fan of Scooby-Doo on Facebook at www.facebook.com/scoobydoo.
WB PANEL: The Looney Tunes Show Screening and Q&A
2:15 – 3:15 p.m.
Room 6A
Comic-Con can be a crazy place, but it’s about to get Looney. After an extended break from the limelight, animation’s favorite mismatched duo Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck (along with all your other favorite Looney Tunes characters) return in The Looney Tunes Show, an all-new animated half-hour comedy series from Warner Bros. Animation. Following a special screening, the laughs continue when supervising producers Spike Brandt and Tony Cervone (both Duck Dodgers), story editor Hugh Davidson, writer Rachel Ramras and other members of the creative team will take the stage to answer your questions. Just don’t ask them, “Eh, what’s up, Doc?” From Warner Bros. Animation, The Looney Tunes Show airs Tuesdays at 8/7c on Cartoon Network. Become a fan of The Looney Tunes Show on Facebook at www.facebook.com/looneytunes.
CARTOON NETWORK Action: Ben 10 / Generator Rex
2:15 – 3:15 p.m.
Room: 6BCF
Two of action animation’s biggest stars collide in one explosive panel! Join the voice talent and creators behind Ben 10 and Generator Rex as they give fans a sneak peak into the future of these two series, including an exclusive first look at the upcoming “Ben 10 / Generator Rex: Heroes United” Crossover Special Event! Yuri Lowenthal (Ben) is on hand for some fun surprises, as well as series creators and writers for the inside scoop on two of Cartoon Network’s biggest Friday Night Action hits! PLUS: Ben 10 Fans won’t want to miss the exclusive world premiere unveiling of footage from the new Ben 10 CGI movie!
CARTOON NETWORK SIGNINGS
Friday, July 22 - 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. - Regular Show / The Problem Solverz + More! Location: AA8
Saturday, July 23- 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. - Adventure Time Location: AA8
Sunday, July 24 - 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. - Ben 10 / Generator Rex Location: AA2
THE CARTOON NETWORK PIZZERIA at CIRO’s CIRO’S PIZZERIA 536 Market Street (Between 5th and 6th) San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 696-0405
Bandai America Incorporated is bringing “Fun for the Future” to American International Toy Fair 2011, unveiling innovative new toys that will inspire creative play with pop culture powerhouse toy licenses and unique new brands, featuring industry-leading technology and trend-setting play patterns. From the iconic, action-packed new Power Rangers Samurai and Ben 10: Ultimate Alien licensed boy brands, to the inventive, patent-pending voice-powered Skreemsters vehicles, to the edgy rock-and-roll style of the new Tatumi girls activity line, Bandai America’s 2011 line-up is poised to pique the imaginations of kids of all ages.
In addition to exciting new lines for the celebrated, award-winning Power Rangers and Ben 10: Ultimate Alien franchises, Toy Fair 2011 will also mark the debut of the never-before-seen ThunderCats toy line. Bandai is also introducing engaging new products to the charming Pocoyo preschool line, complementing the equally entertaining and award winning series airing on Nick Jr., PBS and Univision. The SwiggleTraks track and motorized vehicle sets will let preschoolers laugh and learn with Pocoyo and his colorful band of animal friends. Rounding out the line-up for girls, Good Housekeeping “2010 Best Toy Award” winning Fashion Design by Harumika is back, with new ways to mix and match fresh, fun fashions and accessories in 2011 with the Fashion Design by Harumika Component System, value priced at $5.99 each.
“Bandai America’s diverse 2011 brand portfolio is bringing new innovation and highly anticipated licensed brands to the market, delivering hours of fun for children,” said Mark Schaffner, Executive Vice President of Toys for Bandai America Incorporated. “The engaging play patterns offered by our 2011 line-up encourage kids to learn, laugh and imagine, all at a tremendous value that parents will appreciate.”
Toy Fair 2011 product highlights include:
Action-Packed Adventure for Boys
Power Rangers Samurai:
Entering its 19th year in the U.S., the iconic Power Rangers franchise is helmed by Haim Saban who created and produced the original “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers” series in 1993. Together, Bandai America Incorporated and Saban Brands are introducing the newest line-up of Power Rangers toys to complement the new “Power Rangers Samurai” TV series currently airing on Nickelodeon, in which a new generation of Power Rangers must master the ancient Samurai Symbols of Power for control over the elements of Fire, Water, Sky, Forest and Earth. Highlights in the Power Rangers Samurai toy line are:
§ 4" Figure (6.99 SRP/ Fall 2011): Each articulated Ranger has a Samurai style with ancient powers making these figures the heroes who protect the Earth. The Rangers include the Samurai Spin Sword and special unique weapon making the Rangers ready to battle! Crafted with great detail and quality, kids and collectors can play or display their favorite figure in their own environment to recreate scenes from the TV show.
§ Deluxe Megazord ($29.99 SRP): The iconic Megazord returns with a sleek new Samurai look for 2011, a must-have for kids and collectors alike. Morph the individual Zords into Megazord mode or collect and combine the Cycles or Zord Vehicles to create an ultimate Megazord. Morph the ClawZord into battle Megazord form or into the Samurai ClawZord.
§ 6.5” Morphin Figure ($10.99 SRP): Get ready for action in a snap with Power Rangers Samurai 6.5” Morphin Figures. Switch Morphin Rangers morph from their secret civilian identities to their heroic Ranger mode with the flick of a button. Sword Morphin Rangers use the same technology to swipe their swords and keep evil villains at bay.
§ Deluxe Role Play ($24.99 SRP): Kids can suit up for battle alongside their favorite Ranger with the deluxe Samurai sword. With the pull of a trigger, the sword extends from compact carrying mode to over 2 feet in length and activates multiple battle sounds to let kids reenact their favorite Ranger battles.
Thundercats:
Bandai America Incorporated has launched the iconic ThunderCats toy line back into action. Inspired by the upcoming new animated television series, the Bandai America toys fuse sci-fi and sorcery to reignite the thrill of the classic 1980s series, with a new look that will have kids and fans shouting “ThunderCats, Ho!” The reimagined ThunderCats series from Warner Bros. Animation marks a creative collaboration with Studio4°C – one of the most vibrant animation studios in Japan – and is set to air in 2011. The never-before-seen toy line is making its debut at Toy Fair 2011:
§ 4” Figure ($7.99 SRP): Crafted with great detail and quality, collectors and kids can play with or display their favorite ThunderCats heroes and villains in their own environment and recreate scenes from the animated television series. Each 4” figure comes with a weapon and/or accessory that is unique to each character and includes an exclusive embedded magnet activation system that allows the figure to interact with, and activate unique features in, multiple ThunderCats products, including the Deluxe ThunderTank.
§ Deluxe ThunderTank with 4” Figure ($29.99 SRP): Storm into battle with the Deluxe ThunderTank and 4” Snarf Figure. Kids’ favorite ThunderCats figure can ride inside and unlock special ThunderTank features, including “ThunderCats, Ho!” sound effects, with the embedded magnet technology. For serious action, launch ThunderBikes from the ThunderTank with the push of a button.
§ 8" Classic Collector Action Figures ($16.99 SRP) Due out Fall 2011: Based on the classic 1980's animated Thundercats cartoon series! Each figure includes 18 points of articulation and comes with the character's iconic weapons.
§ Deluxe Sword of Omens ($19.99 SRP): Wield the power of Lion-O and become a ThunderCat with the mystic Sword of Omens! With an extendable blade, lights and sounds, kids can let their imaginations roar with Lion-O, on his destined path to become king.
Ben 10: Ultimate Alien:
Inspired by Cartoon Network’s top-rated, Emmy Award®-winning television franchise, Ben 10: Ultimate Alien, Bandai America has created the most exciting line of new products for fall 2011. These products capture the thrill and adventure of the popular TV program, letting kids experience “Hero Time” with out-of-this-world alien adventure fun. Marking its sixth year in retail, Ben 10 consistently ranks as one of the top ten action figure brands, according to The NPD Group. Three new items to highlight in this already stellar line up are:
§ Plumber Tech Kit ($29.99 SRP): Prepare for an out-of-this-world battle with one of the most advanced pieces of alien tech yet! Kids can convert the high-tech case into five different toys, each with unique play patterns: Deluxe Blaster, Mini Blaster, Super Decoder, X-Ray Scanner and Multi Scope. Sound, lights and voices delivered through the universal “Power Core” transform playtime into Ultimate Alien time.
§ Ultimate Chest Badge ($19.99 SRP): Kids can have all their favorite alien voices at their command with this badge, inspired by the one worn on all Ben’s aliens. Turn the dial and push on the badge to hear 14 alien voices, seven from Ben 10: Alien Force and seven from Ben 10: Ultimate Alien. There’s more to experience, too, with intergalactic sounds and light.
§ Ultimate Ultimatrix ($24.99 SRP): The latest Ultimatrix is the most advanced yet! The unique, highly detailed design and translucent materials let the wearer see the Ultimatrix’s inner circuitry and workings. Wearers can also search for the secret signature left by its creator – Azmuth. The Ultimate Ultimatrix’s greatest features are its lights and sounds that are choreographed to inspire imaginative play and to provide the Ultimate Ben 10 experience.
Creative and Stylish Play for Girls
Tatumi: (<~ click for images!) Tatumi, a new and exciting activity line, allows tweens to tap into their creativity and design trendy styles for their fashionable lifestyles by applying temporary tattoos to virtually anything! This line of dolls and lifestyle activity packs combines the popularity of hip Japanese “Harajuku Style” and popular edgy fashion with a rock and roll twist – and brings it right to a girl’s fingertips: § Tatumi Girls Collectable Figurines ($8.99 SRP): Each 4.5” Tatumi Girl vinyl figure comes with a set of 50+ decorative tattoos ranging in theme from Rock Diva to Sporty Girl, along with a figure base and applicator, so girls can design and decorate their own unique styles. § Tatumi Pets Collectable Figurine ($8.99 SRP): Tatumi Pets are 4” collectable vinyl figurines that allow girls to customize their figurine with their own personal style by applying temporary tattoos. Tatumi Pets come with their own customizable bed. Contents include: One (1) 4” Tatumi Pet Figurine, One (1) bed, One (1) applicator and more than 50+ temporary tattoos. § Tatumi Pack ($5.99 SRP): Continue to show off your personal style with refill packs with new themes. Contents include over 100+ temporary tattoos, One (1) applicator and Two (2) interchangeable sponges. § Large Light Up Applicator Pack ($9.99 SRP): Show off your personal style by creating your own look with Tatumi Tattoos with a light up applicator that doubles as a timer to let girls know when the tattoos are ready! § Tatumi Accessory Kits ($12.99 SRP): Girls can customize necklaces, bracelets, hand warmers and more to rock and roll their own style alongside their Tatumi Girl with this kit of multiple fabric pieces to tattoo-up with 50+ temporary tattoos. § Tatumi Fashion Bag Kit ($19.99 SRP): Carry around the hottest Fashion Bag, decorated by you! Apply temporary tattoos to customize your bag! Contents include One (1) bag, Over 50+ temporary tattoos, One (1) applicator.
Fashion Design by Harumika: (<~ click for images!) New for 2011, the Fashion Design by Harumika Component System allows even the youngest of fashionistas to take control of their designs by mixing and matching unique fabric combinations and fun fashion accessories, no sewing, cutting or gluing involved, each at an affordable $5.99: § Fashion Design by Harumika Dress Forms ($5.99 SRP): Available in an array of colors (pink, blue, purple, light blue, white, black and silver), each Dress Form allows for easy fashion designing using the patent-pending Style Lock System™ and includes a stylus tool to secure fabric, plus dress form base and pole so girls can show off their styles like designer pros. Each Set includes 1 dress form, 1 stylus tool, 1 base and 1 pole. § Fashion Design by Harumika Fabric Packs ($5.99 SRP): New combinations of sold-separately fabric packs allow for endless designing options. Each Set includes 1 regular fabric swatch, 1 formal-length fabric swatch and 2 accent trims. § Fashion Design by Harumika Corsets, Purses and Puppies: ($5.99 SRP each; sold separately): Every girl knows no look is complete without the proper accessories! Girls can glam-up their stylish dress creations with Corset, Purse and Puppy accessories, each using the patent-pending Style Lock System. Each two-piece Corset comes in different configurations to let girls pleat and tuck fabrics for more intricate styles. With four silhouettes to choose from, girls can style Purses to match their dress creations, too. Each Purse comes with two fabric swatches and a mini stylus tool. Girls can also customize four different types of Puppies to match their trendy dress creations. Each Puppy comes with two fabric swatches and a bone-shaped stylus tool.
Learning and Laughing for Preschoolers
Pocoyo:
Following the adventures of an inquisitive, fun-loving preschooler, Pocoyo makes learning fun in this hit CGI series. Pocoyo and his animal friends, Elly, Pato and Loula, star in the show and engage audiences with music, dance and humor, encouraging children to learn through laughter. Now inspiring American audiences on Nick Jr., PBS and Univision, Bandai’s toys capture the vibrant and exuberant world of Pocoyo and his animal friends:
§ SwiggleTraks ($26.99 SRP): A colorful, flexible race track gives preschoolers a creative way to play by allowing them to create a course that is uniquely their own. Music and a moving bridge add excitement as Pocoyo travels the track in his motorized musical car.
§ SwiggleWheels ($14.99 SRP): Preschoolers can find continuous fun with the SwiggleWheels motorized vehicle and never-ending circular track. Set assortments come with either Pocoyo, Elly or Pato, and each set includes two 16” SwiggleTraks and a collectable motorized vehicle with music. SwiggleWheels can be used with the sold-separately SwiggleTraks set.
Skreemsters:
“Go Skreemsters Goooooooo!” Introducing Skreemsters, an innovative new vehicle line that uses patent-pending voice-activated technology to power each vehicle:
§ Rally Racers ($12.99 SRP): Kids get the ultimate power of control using their voices to power Skreemsters Rally Racers vehicles up to 50 feet! With four colorful vehicle styles to choose from, including race cars and police cars, kids will have a roaring good time with this new way to play.
§ Power Rumble Track Set ($49.99 SRP): Rev up Skreemsters Rally Racers on the Power Rumble Track Set! The vehicle and track set uses Skreemsters’ patent-pending voice-activated technology to send vehicles racing along the track or execute stunt jumps with speed. Each set includes two unique cars, track links, “Skreem-O-Reader” and jump accessories.
§ Hover Strike HC ($79.99 SRP): The Hover Strike HC remote control gliding vehicle is a new and exciting vehicle that has the ability to hover between 1.5” and 5” above the ground. Over water, grass and snow, this water-resistant, floatable toy can reach speeds of up to 30 mph and maneuver left, right and in reverse. Each Hover Strike HC comes with a rechargeable battery and remote control with a range of up to 225 feet.
§ CyClaws ($79.99 SRP/Spring 2011): 1:12 Scale Remote Control Vehicle with transforming wheels! Features wheels that transform to claws. Perfect for outdoor play. Vehicle performs and does tricks such as flips, wheelies and spin out action. Wheels have transforming action that can be activated manually or by remote control. Futuristic body style. When it flips over, the undercarriage has an image of a robot. Rechargeable Nickel Hydrogen 9.6V Battery included. Transmitter with 9V battery also included
§ Knight Flight Batman ($44.99 SRP – Spring 2011): Knight Flight Batman flies in 4 directions: Up, down, forward and sideways. Includes 1 decal sheet to customize and personalize figure. Can fly up to a distance of 30 feet. It is appropriate for both indoor and outdoor play. Light weight and durable. Comes with 2 frequency controllers. Requires 6 AA batteries (not included)
§ Power Rangers Infrared Air Attack Megazord ($44.99 SRP/Spring 2011): Power Rangers Infrared Air Attack Megazord flies in 4 directions: up, down, forward and sideways. Includes 1 decal sheet to customize and personalize figure. It can fly up to a distance of 30 feet. It is appropriate for both indoor and outdoor play. Light weight and durable. Twin propeller system with two additional tail propellers. Comes with 2 frequency controllers. Requires 6 AA batteries (not included).
§ X-Crawlee ($179.99 SRP/Spring/Fall 2011): 1:12 Scale Remote Control Pick-up truck includes four independent performing wheels allowing individual wheel traction for great climbing ability and play pattern. Rechargeable Nickel Hydrogen 9.6V Battery and charger included. Transmitter with 9V battery included
After all that pre-show...TOY FAIR STARTS TODAY!! Before we hit the main event in New York next month, we begin in the UK where companies are shaking hands with buyers to get you Brits the plastics you desire..all done while the lazy Americans sleep. Shameful. Let's kick things off with some pats on the back peppered with new toy reveals, shall we?
FanBoy and Chum Chum toys have also hit with two to three full rows of action figures based on the TV show. Are people really going that crazy for this one?? I never hear anyone talking about it. I fear these toys may be joining the small display of Hero 108 toys that never move and look oh-so-lonely hanging there. Never heard of Hero 108? Neither did most people. Most notable was a small-ish (3 inches) scaled Manartica figure which is labeled as a Toys R Us exclusive, featuring translucent plastic. Very nice piece of a hysterically inventive cartoon superhero. These were released by Jazwares, who like to keep these things super secret so you don't know you can buy them. Note: Sarcasm.
Also saw a fantastic display for DC Comics Imaginext sets with the Batcave, Joker's Lair, Green Lantern's ship, a crazy awesome Penguin vehicle and more. Snapped some pics of pieces I'd never seen before like a Joker and Two Face Van (from that issue when they started rival food truck companies) and a Bi-Plane for The Riddler. Seems fitting.
I'll make a quick note about a re-mixed case of Marvel Universe that is making the rounds, including a Ms. Marvel retro short haired variant. Hasbro has been mixing variants into the new cases, so be on the lookout.
Those who can't wait for the return of Marvel Legends keep their ear close to the ground for any new 6 inch Marvel figures. When 6 inch Iron Man toys hit the pegs with the painful price tag of $19.99, the collective moan was heard across the nerdy interwebs. If this was the price Marvel legends would be upon their return, most of us wouldn't be returning to collecting. Oddly, the same figures on Hasbrotoyshop.com are going for $10.99. It seems like every store since then has set their own price , but Walmart's new 13 dollar mark is the best we've seen so far.
This has been an awesome year for cartoons. I could finally wash the horrific taste of bland tween cartoons away with incredible nonsense like Adventure Time, Regular Show, Amazing World of Gumball and even the further adventures of Scooby-Doo and Loony Tunes!! Adventure Time, in particular, is eerily addictive, so be warned. Want to catch a glimpse of some of these new shows and have a once in a lifetime experience with their creators? Cartoon Network has the hookup...
Bandai America Incorporated is bringing “Fun for the Future” to American International Toy Fair 2011, unveiling innovative new toys that will inspire creative play with pop culture powerhouse toy licenses and unique new brands, featuring industry-leading technology and trend-setting play patterns. From the iconic, action-packed new Power Rangers Samurai and Ben 10: Ultimate Alien licensed boy brands, to the inventive, patent-pending voice-powered Skreemsters vehicles, to the edgy rock-and-roll style of the new Tatumi girls activity line, Bandai America’s 2011 line-up is poised to pique the imaginations of kids of all ages.
Power Rangers Samurai:
Entering its 19th year in the U.S., the iconic Power Rangers franchise is helmed by Haim Saban who created and produced the original “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers” series in 1993. Together, Bandai America Incorporated and Saban Brands are introducing the newest line-up of Power Rangers toys to complement the new “Power Rangers Samurai” TV series currently airing on Nickelodeon, in which a new generation of Power Rangers must master the ancient Samurai Symbols of Power for control over the elements of Fire, Water, Sky, Forest and Earth. Highlights in the Power Rangers Samurai toy line are:
Thundercats:
Ben 10: Ultimate Alien:
Inspired by Cartoon Network’s top-rated, Emmy Award®-winning television franchise, Ben 10: Ultimate Alien, Bandai America has created the most exciting line of new products for fall 2011. These products capture the thrill and adventure of the popular TV program, letting kids experience “Hero Time” with out-of-this-world alien adventure fun. Marking its sixth year in retail, Ben 10 consistently ranks as one of the top ten action figure brands, according to The NPD Group. Three new items to highlight in this already stellar line up are:
