Hasbro’s G.I. Joe 2010 Comic-Con Exclusive Sgt. Slaughter

Hasbro’s G.I. Joe 2010 Comic-Con Exclusive 3.75-inch Sgt. Slaughter action figure was revealed at US Toy Fair, but today, we can actually show you what we saw!

• There are going to be two different versions of the Sgt. Slaughter 3.75-inch figure – a primary figure (PF) and variant figure (VF), sold separately.
• Re: accessories, both the PF and VF will come with a whistle and a non-removable hat. The PF also comes with a weight belt, baton, and microphone; the VF also comes with a machine gun and revolver.
• There is the potential for the PF and VF to be sold online at HasbroToyShop.com following SDCC, but that is not guaranteed based on the “special edition” nature of the PF and the “special SPECIAL edition” nature of the VF.
• Pricing is TBA.
• As announced at New York Toy Fair: Sgt. Slaughter himself will be present at the Hasbro booth at SDCC (date/time TBA).

Toyfair 2010: Mattel: WWE

WWE Superstar Triple H® joined Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) and World Wrestling Entertainment® (NYSE: WWE) to celebrate Mattel’s first line of WWE® action figures and accessories, including several scheduled to debut in fall 2010, at a special event at New York Toy Fair today.

“Through Mattel’s new WWE line, kids and collectors around the world can experience the detail and authenticity of WWE’s Superstars. These action figures and accessories also reflect the family-friendly PG content of WWE.”

President of Mattel Brands Neil Friedman and WWE® COO Donna Goldsmith spoke about the partnership between these dynamic entertainment companies, the innovation behind the new FlexForce™ toys for kids and the renowned design behind the most detailed line of WWE figures ever assembled for the collector community. WWE® Superstar and 13-time World Champion Triple H®, best known for his “Pedigree” finishing move, showcased his FlexForce™ action figure.

“Mattel’s WWE action figures and accessories are the most complete and realistic ever produced, thanks to the close collaboration between two of the world’s heavyweight brands,” said Friedman. “We’re certain that collectors will love the attention to detail of the WWE figures, while kids will be impressed with the moves and innovation behind the FlexForce line.”

“This new line of WWE FlexForce figures is the first that captures the electrifying drama and action that goes on inside the ring,” said Donna Goldsmith. “Through Mattel’s new WWE line, kids and collectors around the world can experience the detail and authenticity of WWE’s Superstars. These action figures and accessories also reflect the family-friendly PG content of WWE.”

Mattel and WWE® joined forces to launch the most comprehensive portfolio of WWE® action figures and accessories, which hit shelves nationwide in January 2010. The line includes the FlexForce™ action figures for young fans and the Elite and Entrance Great figures for the avid collectors. Other products designed specifically for kids include Superstar Rings, Championship Belts, Ring Action Megaphone and motion-activated Tough Talkers™ that deliver WWE® Superstar catch phrases and striking sounds. Basic figure single packs will be released every month, while two-packs and Elite figures will roll out every other month.

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