Here There Bear Knows Kung Fu!

Our friends at Bigshot Toyworks are reaching the finishing line for their latest Kickstarter; Here There Bear, an adorable plush that can hit all the poses you could want while being the perfect travelling companion! Prototypes of the bear have been canvassing the world, meeting new fans at conventions and on street corners while stopping for those perfect artistic snaps. One such rusty colored bear hit my doorstep last week, and we've been taking on imaginary and plastic baddies ever since. 

New Blood and Makeship Unleash Exclusive ULTRAKILL Plush Toy Collectibles

Fans of ULTRAKILL, the critically acclaimed fast-paced FPS, are in for an electrifying treat as Makeship partners with New Blood Interactive to launch a series of exclusive collectible campaigns. The first campaign, featuring the highly anticipated Gabriel Plush, goes live today, with two more characters currently in the final stages of development.

“At Makeship, we love working with brands that have such passionate and dedicated communities,” said Graeme Bissett, Director of Marketing at Makeship. “This collaboration with ULTRAKILL was meticulously crafted to ensure that each character truly resonates with the creative direction of New Blood Interactive.”

Toy Fair 2025: TOTYM Debuts Creepy/Cute Monster Plush Line

TOTYM, a manufacturer and distributor of plush toys, announced the debut of a new line of plushies inspired by mythology and folklore. The line, which includes “Knox the Grim Reaper” and “Morty the Zombie,” will be appearing at TOTYM’s booth #6938 at the 2025 Toy Fair in New York from March 1 - 4, 2025, at the Jacob K. Javits Center.

Thousands of global buyers, along with all levels of media, will be visiting the annual Q1 Toy Fair to see what is new and exciting in the world of toys. TOTYM is showcasing its unique and fun plushies that are sure to capture the imagination of children and adults alike.

Scentco Launches BEDTIME DEFENDERZ YouTube Animated Series

Scentco Inc., a renowned U.S. toy designer and leading company in the world of scented products, is launching their first ever YouTube animated series, Bedtime Defenderz. This 12 episode release comes following the successful launch of the Bedtime Defenderz plush toy brand last year, which captured the imaginations of children worldwide. With the animated series, Scentco aims to bring the captivating world of Bedtime Defenderz to life and take viewers on exciting adventures through Snoozeeland.

Dread Presents: Benny Loves You

I swear I saw this as a horror short many, many moons ago, but that just goes to show you..YOU CAN'T KEEP A GOOD HORROR CONCEPT DOWN!! Especially when that idea features a homicidal, Elmo-esque plush toy. Call it silly... call it ham-fisted... but you gotta give credit to a movie that just shows you the killer in broad daylight, upfront, and just goes for it. 

After the accidental death of his parents, Jack’s comfortable lifestyle comes to an end and he must sell his family home. Desperate to improve his life, Jack throws out his childhood belongings including his beloved plush, Benny. It’s a move that has disastrous consequences when Benny springs to life with deadly intentions!

Spin Master Announces Acquisition of GUND

Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY; www.spinmaster.com), a leading global children's entertainment company, is pleased to announce the purchase of GUND, the oldest soft toy brand in the United States, from Enesco LLC, a portfolio company of Balmoral Funds, a private equity firm.

Established in 1898, GUND is one of the leading plush toy manufacturers in the world, recognized by the American Brand Council as one of the most trusted toy brands in the U.S. Universally known and loved for its iconic "Gotta Getta GUND" campaign, the brand connects effortlessly with multiple generations of people who have shared special moments of their lives with this affordable luxury.

Disney Parks Sneak In New Guardians of the Galaxy Tivan Collection Plush

We've all pointed and laughed at at least two fantastic videos filmed at the opening of Disney California Adventure's new Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout ride. Real Talk: grown men screaming for their life will always be funny. What we didn't see much of was the gift shop made specifically for the new ride and populated with some collectibles we never saw coming!!

In the Mission: Breakout gift shop, our friend Derek McCaw from FanboyPlanet.com spotted a Howard The Duck plush! Marked as part of the "Tivan Collection", so named for The Collector, who we were introduced to in the first Guardians of the Galaxy film, the Howard plush is modeled after his lengthier Guardians 2 appearance and is flanked by plush toys of Cosmo (the telepathic soviet space dog), Rocket Raccoon and, as expected, Baby Groot.

Toy Fair 2016: Spin Master's Angry Birds Ready for BATTLE!

Angry Birds...the world wide mobile game sensation SO MASSIVE you'd be hard pressed to find many people on the planet who haven't heard about it. They've melded with the iconic Star Wars universe, and your favorite robots in disguise, the Transformers, taking them one more step forward to being a household name. Now, with a movie on the way this May 20th, it's time for licensees to step forward and celebrate the most important bird vs pig war ever waged.

Spin Master is the focus of our attention today, folks! If you are a casual collector or only delve into super hero plastics, this massive company may be unfamiliar to you, but one look at their excellent sculpts on the How to Train Your Dragons line and you'll agree that ANY property is more than safe in their hands. That said, with a license like Angry Birds, we expect nothing more than spot on likenesses and tons of innovative fun from this group...and they did not disappoint.

Toy Fair 2016: Spin Master's Batman, Popples, Secret Life of Pets & More

Spin Master are always surprising us with licenses you wouldn't normally expect and games that are seem so entertaining, adults immediately put them on their wish list with plans to add drinking to the rules. This year we'll see piles of plush for both new films and retro properties alike, robots, flying vehicles and more. Let's get into it...

Licences you should be keeping an eye on with Spin Master include Secret life of Pets, Powerpuff Girls, Angry Birds (movie and game), Abby Hatcher Monster Catcher, Rusty Rivets and a re-launch of Bakugan! Abby Hatcher and Rusty Rivets seem to be original IP's. Expect to see something animated from Rusty in 2016, and Abby in 2017, though mayyybe we'll see toys sooner? No clue what's going on with Powerpuff Girls, as we'd heard Spin Master snapped up the licence a while back and so far...nothing. We'll keep watch. There's also a slight possibility Spin Master have Kung Fu Panda 3.

Toy Fair 2016: Disney Star Wars Tsum Tsum Plush Toys

For those that prefer their favorite Star Wars movie characters squishy, soft and cuddly...and rolled up like an odd lil inedible burrito, we present...Star Wars TSUM TSUM! Yes kids, now you can re-enact all your favorite scenes from the epic Star Wars motion pictures..like that time Jar Jar Biks rolled into Anakin's Pod Racer blowback and because Akakin Tsum Tsum has no arms or legs, he couldn't turn off the Pod before Jar Jar was fried to a crisp! HAhahahaha. Such fun.

Sweet Suite 2015: Build-A-Bear Takes on Star Wars, Minions & More

When is the last time you went to Build-A-Bear Workshop at your nearest mall? For me, it was when I was dating this awesome girl who's birthday was coming up. We made a monkey and put him in a pinstripe suit with matching top hat and cane..and called him Benny. If you get the reference, I love you. Since then, BAB has been adding many licensed characters to its adorbale plush lineup. A quick run through their website and I found Toothless from How To Train Your Dragon, all 4 of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, a small herd of My Little Ponies and even Frosty the Snowman from the old holiday cartoon. At Sweet Suite, we got a glimpse of their latest additions...

STAR WARS!! Chewbacca and Darth Vader kick off Build-A-Bear's customizable plush offerings from a galaxy far, far away (cuz the mall is never close). Both include a sound chip for effects from each character and Vader comes with his Lightsaber that lights up. Light up plush confuses me...and I don't know why. These new squeezables will be available this week, so be on the lookout.

The Previews Exclusive Doctor Who K9 Talking Plush

Dr. Who takes over in the October issue of PREVIEWS featuring the exclusive plush version of the Doctor’s favorite companion, K-9.  The dogbot from Underground Toys, can be pre-ordered now at your local comic book specialty shop, and is scheduled to release in early November, 2013.

The PREVIEWS Exclusive Doctor Who K9 Medium Talking Plush (Item Code: OCT132032, SRP: $29.99) is a “retro futuristic” robotic canine from the year 5,000 in a perfectly huggable size.  The gray plush embodies the look and feel of the famous canine friend of the Fourth Doctor, offering phrases such as, "Affirmative," "Affirmative master," and "Maximum defense mode!"  

“Since K-9 is both a classic and current Doctor Who character, it made sense for us to look at making product focusing on him,” said Robyn Cowling, Licensing Director for Underground Toys. “With his quick wit and iconic phrases, he’s the perfect choice for our talking plush range.  The feedback online has been great so far so it looks like we made the right decision and he’s sure to be a hit with Doctor Who fans young and old.”

The Doctor Who K9 plush is featured in the October PREVIEWS catalog on page 452, and can be pre-ordered at your local comic book shop. Find a comic shop at www.comicshoplocator.com and add this exclusive pooch to your Doctor Who collection.

Catching Up With Factory Entertainment's Game of Thrones Plush

The leaves are rustling in the trees. The air grows slightly crisper. We begin to pull out our warmer clothing and contemplate the shift in season. Surely...WINTER IS COMING!! And instead of White Walkers at your door, you'll be waiting for delivery men to arrive with packages full of Factory Entertainment's Game of Thrones plush toys...which you may give out as presents this holiday season, but only after securing entire sets for yourself. YOU MUST HAVE THEM ALL! Let me show you why...

When last we spoke with Factory Entertainment, they only has brilliant couch pillows to show off. Now, there's so much more. Prepare for adorable.

Toy Fair 2013 : Mezco's Creepy Kids and Cuddlers

Mezco is one of those companies founded on the backs of hard working horror fans...those that create the genius plastics and plush and those that pour their money into their creations to they too may celebrate their love of spooky in the comfort of their own homes. That said, it wouldn't be Toy Fair without Mezco showing off 2 to 3 lines of creepy collectibles! We'll start with their longest running doll line...Living Dead Dolls...

Living Dead Dolls Series 25 hits this May 2013 with...
Cracked Jack - What prize lies inside of this little boy's coffin? One that can be applied and eyed by others often.
Luna - By the light of the moon rises this once dead chick to unleash her bloody rage in silvery light.. she's a lunatic.
Gretchen - A plague claimed her life but still, she could not lie. This poor little peasant girl was just too busy to die.
Sospirare - The second of three sisters who pollutes our world. The offspring of a witch who had three little girls. Sospirare is also known as the black queen. Among Sighs and whispers is where she is seen.
Asa - Accusations of devil Worship sealed this beauty's fate so she cast an evil spell.. A curse of death and hate.

Toy Fair 2013 : Funko on Iron Man 3

Oh...that lovable, huggable multi-millionaire Tony Stark...is about to get even more squeezable. FUNKO..whom we probably haven't talked about for a whoooole dayyyy...who take the world and make it ridiculously adorkable...have gotten their mitts on the Iron Man 3 movie license. Mr.Funko was quick to point his Maximum Cutification Ray at this one and what was left when the smoke cleared...well...what can we say. As always...painfully adorable..but POP! Vinyl and Plush was not all he had on his plate this day. Oh Noes...but more on that in a bit. FIRST things first, the POPS!

Toy Vault's Firefly Games & Plush

The crew of Toy Vault, Inc. is thrilled to announce a licensing partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products to create table-top games, plush, and novelty items for the fan-favorite television show, “Firefly.”  The first items will arrive in late Spring 2013.

Currently celebrating the tenth anniversary since its premiere on Fox, “Firefly” has maintained a strong position in the hearts of science-fiction fans all over the world.  Starring Nathan Fillion as Captain Malcolm Reynolds with a ragtag crew aboard the spaceship Serenity, “Firefly” is best known for its unique spin on classic sci-fi tropes, witty dialogue and memorable characters, courtesy of beloved creator Joss Whedon (Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Avengers).

Star Wars Angry Birds Revealed

Well that was quick! From teaser to product in what...8 hours? The reveal was set to be Monday in Times Square, but if you are Star Wars obsessed, you need it NOWWWW...so we sent our robots to storm Rovio Castle and pillage Hasbro Keep and come back with some preview images for you..because we love you. Hugs all around.

In my first article on the subject...I was a bit harsh. Now, I must admit, the designs are growing on me. Feast your trembling eyeballs on the following...





Star Wars Angry Birds Jenga Death Star - Said to feature an exclusive Chewbacca figure. (the pic to the left is not it.) I'm pretty much dying to see this thing in person. The art of the Piggy Dead Star is enough to make me want. Ohh...the wanting. Commence gimme hands.

Rise of the Guardians Plush Toys

This one just sneaked in, as we didn't even know Mezco had a license for Rise of the Guardians! Pre-orders are popping up all over the internet for a trio of 8 inch plush figures for the upcoming animated film including Jack Frost, North and Pitch. Not sure exactly what a "plush figure" is but I suppose we'll find out soon enough as San Diego Comic-Con is right around the corner.

The Eye Candy of Wondercon 2012

Yes, it is true we are still posting Toy Fair pics...because we have real jobs and there are about a billion of them...but that won't stop us from hitting another convention!! With the warm weather and chirping birds comes sweaty geeks, over priced pizza, long lines for John Luke Picard's coveted autograph and rows and rows of the very comic books that started all these gatherings of pasty peoples. This weekend, Wondercon hit Anaheim, CA, and our buddy Steve Sievers of level27media.com was there to soak up all the nerdiness and send back a nice pile of pics for your eager eyeballs. Here are the high points...

Dark Knight Rises Converse!! - We have seen DC Direct's awesome line of Batman: Dark Knight Rises movie statues and busts, so a collection of hats from New Era (available in July) and some killer Converse sneakers (also in July, available at Journeys) stole the show for me. DC Entertainment were also showing a couple of Justice League figures, MAD Magazine Spy vs Spy figures, and the Alfred as Just-Us League members figure line. Plenty more pics of those things and other Bat-Family merchandise like the Arkham City action figure line right HERE!

Quick note: DARK KNIGHT RETURNS ANIMATED MOVIE COMING!!!
Additional note: BATMAN LIVE coming to the US September 5-9 at the Honda Center in Anaheim and Sept. 27-30 at the Staples Center in LA!!

Gentle Giant Marvel Busts - Wondercon is the first show since San Diego Comic Con that GG has popped up at..meaning we didn't get our fix at Toy Fair save for a hand full of official pics. One look at Gentle Giant's HULK should give you all the reasons in the world to sit up, take notice and start making your must buy list! For me, it's the Deadpool Corps with Deadpool, Lady Deadpool, Kidpool, Headpool, Dogpool and if you are a completest...Squirrelpool. If this is your first time being alerted to these awesome Deadpool pieces, you may want to go look up Gentle Giant's Deadpool head pen holder as well! Stick your implements of destruction (and writing) directly into his head and assure all the fine folks in your office will be looking at YOU any time someone calls in an anonymous bomb threat. Good times. GG also showed off some of their newest Star Wars busts and retro 12 inch figures, their newest Sucker Punch statues and even a lil bitty Mars Attacks head..saucer..thingy. Adorable.

Retro Outlaw Studios Clockwork Orange 12 inch Mighty Droog Leader - Retro Outlaw's love affair with A Clockwork Orange continues with this kick ass in-action figure which appears to come in orange bronze and fully painted editions. The box boasts super secrets inside and a stand included! Eagle eyed toy hunters will remember this as an extremely limited SDCC exclusive with all pieces signed by Malcolm Mcdowell and painter Santoro. The secret prizes locked inside include art prints, stickers and buttons. The crew at Retro must have found some left overs, so if you are hot for this piece, better get in touch with them asap and hope something is left from Wondercon!

Avengers Prop Movie Replicas - With the Avengers trailer making grown geeks teary eyed across the globe, it is no wonder EFX have a hit on their hands with their prop replica line. On display at Wondercon were Captain America's helmet and shield, Thor's helmet and hammer and Iron Man's helmet along side some helmets from Star Wars, a light saber or two and costumes from Battlestar Galactica. Steve made sure to shoot every angle of those Avengers prop replicas so you can see the extreeeeeme detail that went into re-creating these.

Also on display were Triad Toys' 12 action figures from Zoro, John Carter of Mars and more, I Heart Guts adorable plush body parts, Quantum Mechanix Doctor Horrible, Serenity and Star Trek pieces, and Kotobukiya's killer Marvel Comics statues as well as their Bishoujo girls statue line ...complete with a new wave of Tekken ladies coming soon!

CLICK HERE to see it all!

The Mathmatecal Adventure Time Toys!

Ah yes...Adventure Time. The show I continually get people obsessed with. Muahaha. Is it the colorful made up language? Is it the candy people who sometimes get eaten or eat each other? Is it the nonstop action seemingly written by 13 yr old boys? Perhaps it's the simple fact that on what is seemingly a kid's show, they've has fierce beat-downs and kicks to the nether regions. How could you not be instantly hooked? Jazwares was the first company to identify this insanely popular show as the cash-slamacow it is soon to become and is readying a small army of toys for the grubby hands of fans young and old. Here's the lineup...

Adventure Time 2-Inch Collectible Packs: Now you can re-create your favorite scenes from Adventure Time with the Adventure Time 2-Inch Collectible Packs Assortment. Each collectible pack has two 2-inch figures and includes your favorite characters from the show! (Each pack sold separately).
Packs include:

#14201: Finn & Ice King
#14202: Finn & Marceline
#14203: Jake & Lumpy Space Princess
#14204: Finn & Jake

Each mini set has a little background behind the figures, but sadly these don't stand on their own, so you'll have to MacGyver something to make that work.

Adventure Time 5-Inch Action Figure Assortment: Set out for adventure with Jake and Finn with the Adventure Time 5-Inch Action Figure Assortment featuring Finn and Jake. Five inch Finn comes complete with his sword to help slay evil, while 5-inch Jake comes with an extra fist accessory and a lenticular beemo. What time is it? Adventure Time!

The play feature here is "stretchy" with the arms made of a material that allows for a little elasticity while still holding a sculpted form (like the bends in the arms).

Adventure Time 10-Inch Super Poseable Finn with Changing Faces: Bring Finn to life with the Adventure Time 10-Inch Deluxe Poseable Finn with Changing Faces! Watch as his facial expressions change up to four different emotions while you flex and pose him! A must have for every adventure seeking Finn enthusiast – mathematical!

The face change feature is a roll down method like a slot machine, but you have to roll it manually as there is no "push my arm to change my face" action.

Adventure Time 10-Inch Plush Assortment: Now you can take Jake and Finn with you on all of your adventures, whether its saving princesses or fighting evil monsters, with the Adventure Time 10-Inch Plush Assortment featuring fan favorites including 10-inch Jake and 10-inch Finn. Jake’s arms wrap around his body and Velcro to his back depicting his telescoping powers, and 10-inch Finn.



































Adventure Time 20-Inch Slamacows: Bring your favorite Adventure Time characters to life like never before with the Adventure Time 20-Inch Slamacows! Available as 20-inch Jake and 20-inch Finn, simply ‘slam’ the plush together and hear fan favorite sayings from the TV show!

Each plush have 5 saying including "Release the Finn Bomb!", "Get Ready for Battle" and "Come Over Here and Say That to my Fist!" for Finn and "Get Ready for Battle", "Oh my Grod!" and "Toss the Jake Explorer!" for Jake.

Adventure Time Grow Your Own Assortment: Grow your own Jake and Finn right from home with the Adventure Time Grow Your Own Assortment. Just place in water and watch as Jake and Finn grow over 500%!

Adventure Time 24-Inch Finn Sword: Help Finn slay evil in the Land of Ooo with the Adventure Time 24-Inch Sword!

This is just a fun sword with no bells and whistles, perfect for bashing your evil cousin without leaving any visible marks you'll get in trouble for. (don't bash your cousin..we was just playin.)

All this can be YOURS in the fourth quarter of 2011!

Click HERE for a mini gallery of Adventure Time fun from San Diego Comic Con!