Plastic and Plush

REVIEW: Dookie-Poo Vinyl (Part 2)

Background

It was a little over a year ago that we introduced you to the first four Dookie-Poo vinyl figures. Designed and created by artist Manny Galan, the character was brought to vinyl form by Chaotic Unicorn as a series of seven variants. Recently, they dropped the remaining three characters: Dookie-Bloo, Bigmouth Dookie and Dapper Dookie Decoy.

Dookie-Poo is a magical ground burrowing creature known technically as an "ELFCHIDNA."  Dookie lives in POOVILLE but in his never ending quest to become friends with the entire world he can be found anywhere, at any time!  Dookie-Poo may have the IQ of topsoil but his big heart, boundless optimism, and innocent outlook on life makes him the most loyal and best friend anyone could ever want.

The Facts



Dookie-Bloo
Bigmouth Dookie
Dapper Dookie Decoy
Series: Dookie-Poo Series 1
Manufacturer: Chaotic Unicorn and ESC-Toy
Artist: Manny Galan
Material: Rotocast Vinyl
Height: 4”
Points of Articulation: Zero
Edition Size: 200 of each

REVIEW: Foo Dog Toy

Background

One of Patch Together’s newest On Demand releases is the Foo Dog Toy from artist Melita Curphy a.k.a. Miss Monster. Not too surprisingly, the giant dog/cat/monster hybrid character earned enough pre-orders to make it to the production phase. We’ve shown you glimpses and production photos of the figure, but with the release date approaching, we’re set to give you a full review of the Foo Dog Toy.

The Facts



Foo Dog Toy
Series: On Demand
Manufacturer: Patch Together
Artist: Miss Monster (Melita Curphy)
Material: Resin
Height: 7”
Points of Articulation: 2 (shoulders)
Edition Size: On Demand Pre-Order (run size not yet set)

REVIEW: Scare Me Nots - Guardian Gus and Valiant Valerie

Background

ScareMeNots™ are plush creatures designed to take the “scary” out of monsters in more ways than one. Soft, cuddly, and appealing, they are perfect bedtime companions for all children. However, for kids with nighttime fears, ScareMeNots™ offer an extra sense of protection and comfort. Their special features allow them to ward off those scary things that hide in all the usual places (under the bed, in the closet, behind the drapes)—and in the unusual places as well!

The plush line is made up of six different characters: Defender Dave, Fearless Fred, Guardian Gus, Protector Patty, Valiant Valerie and Watchdog Wally. For purposes of our review, we’ll be taking a look at Gus and Valerie.

The Facts



Guardian Gus
Series: Scare Me Not
Manufacturer: Innovative Toys
Material: Polyester plush
Height: 26” (including tail)

Valiant Valerie
Series: Scare Me Not
Manufacturer: Innovative Toys
Material: Polyester plush
Height: 28” (including tail)

REVIEW: Jawa Vinyl Collectible Doll

Background

“Of the many dangers that travel the dunes and crags of the arid world, few can send a droid’s behavioral matrix circuitry into a tizzy like the Jawas.” You were first introduced to the glowing eyed creatures in Star Wars: A New Hope when they jumped R2-D2 and sold the droid – with his pal C-3PO - to Luke Skywalker’s uncle Owen Lars.

The legions of Star Wars 1:6 scale collectors have been clamoring for different characters from the six film series. And Medicom has listened. They’ve released – with Sideshow distributing in the US – a 1:6 scale version of those little scavengers from Tatooine – the Jawas.

The Facts



Jawa VCD
Series: Star Wars Vinyl Collectible Dolls
Manufacturer: Medicom
Material: Rotocast vinyl articulated body
Height: 6”
Points of Articulation: 5 (neck, shoulders, wrists)
Accessories: Ionization Blaster and Droid Caller
Outfit: Brown burlap-like cloak with separate hood; Two faux-leather utility belts

REVIEW: Utapau Clone Trooper

Background

As a part of their Militaries of Star Wars line, Sideshow Collectibles has been releasing various Stormtroopers and Clone Troopers. They often have very different secondary colors. One of the newest (and most orange) is the 212th Attack Battalion: Utapau Clone Trooper.

Denoted by the orange flashes on their armor, the 212th Attack Battalion operated under the orders of Clone Marshal Commander Cody and High Jedi General Obi-Wan Kenobi. General Kenobi led the 212th Attack Battalion to the Utapau system, storming the stronghold of Pau City in the hunt for General Grievous. While Obi-Wan battled head to head with Grievous, the 212th was able to gain the advantage, though not without heavy casualties.

The Facts



212th Attack Battalion: Utapau Clone Trooper
Series: Militaries of Star Wars
Manufacturer: Sideshow Collectibles
Material: Hard plastic articulated body
Height: 12”
Points of Articulation: Over 30 (Prometheus body)
Accessories: Carbine blaster; Long rifle; Set of interchangeable fists; Star Wars display base; 212th Attack Battalion: Utapau display base – Sideshow Exclusive
Outfit: Black and gray bodysuit; Weathered and battle-damaged 13 piece armor outfit with helmet; Utility belt
Edition Size: 2,500 regular and 1,500 exclusive

REVIEW: Bubblefun

Background

Last year, Crazy Label released Peskimo’s Monster Burp vinyl figure to the delight of the designer toy community. Collectors wondered about the giant bubble being emitted from the Monster’s mouth. How didn’t the thing tip over? Can we get other colors?

With the addition of the newly released 8” Pink Treeson, Crazy Label also launched a line of much smaller bubbles – known as Bubblefun. These interchangeable bubbles work with both the Monster Burp and Pink Treeson and are available in a blind-boxed line.

The Facts



Bubblefun
Manufacturer: Crazy Label
Artists: Bubi Au Yueng, JamFactory, APAK, Malota, Tado, Gaston Caba, Peskimo and Sonni
Material: hard rotocast plastic
Height: 1.5” long
Figures in Series: 12 designs (blind-boxed)

REVIEW: Don Vito Corleone 1:6 Scale

Background

One of the most heralded films of all time, The Godfather (1972) was nominated for 11 Academy Awards – winning for Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Actor (Marlon Brando). In the film, Brando played the role of Don Vito Corleone, the head of the most powerful mafia family in New York City.

Hot Toys (produced) and Sideshow Collectibles (license and distribution) teamed up to bring the head of the Corleone family to collectors.  Through their Movie Masterpiece Series, Hot Toys has released The Godfather: Don Vito Corleone 1:6 scale figure.

The Facts



Don Vito Corleone
Series: Movie Masterpiece Series
Authorized Likeness: Marlon Brando
Manufacturer: Hot Toys
Material: Hard plastic body and vinyl head
Height: 12”
Points of Articulation: Over 32 (TrueType body)
Accessories: Classic chair; Glass – half full; Cat; 3 interchangeable hands; Display stand w/Godfather nameplate; Display Base w/nameplate; Cardboard display background; Black hat – Sideshow Exclusive
Outfit: Black three piece suit with red rose; White shirt; Black tie; Black shoes and socks; padded fat suit underneath

REVIEW: 8" Pink Treeson

Background

You might recall seeing Bubi Au Yeung’s Treeson character at some point in time over the past three years. Crazy Label’s original rotocast vinyl version won our 2006 Toy of the Year Award and the mini line of Baby Treesons was a runner-up this past year.

With the newly released 8” Pink Treeson, one of the colorways from the Baby Treeson line – the Pastel Pink – was hit with an enlargement ray (from 3” to 8” tall), given some articulation and a slightly pinker hue. This figure is the first Crazy Label product to make use of their new Bubblefun characters.

The Facts



8” Pink Treeson
Manufacturer: Crazy Label
Artist: Bubi Au Yeung
Material: Rotocast Vinyl
Height: 8”
Points of Articulation: 4 (arms and legs)
Accessories: Bubblefun and tree branch with heart on the end
Edition Size: 500

REVIEW: Edward Cullen TCF

Background

You might have heard of Twilight. The first book in the uber-popular saga - written by Stephenie Meyer - made its way to the silver screen in 2008. And with the second installment (New Moon) set to hit theaters later this year, movie merchandise is bound to be a hot commodity.

Enter Tonner Doll Co. Earlier this year, they released the two main characters from the first Twilight film – Edward Cullen and Bella Swan. For purposes of this review, we’ll be looking at the Edward Tonner Character Figure.

The Facts



Edward Cullen TCF

• Series: Twilight – Tonner Character Figure
• Authorized Likeness: Robert Pattison
• Manufacturer: Tonner Doll Co.
• Material: hard plastic body, vinyl head, rooted saran hair
• Height: 17”
• Points of Articulation: 14 (neck, shoulder, elbows, wrists, chest, hips, knees and ankles)
• Accessories: Display stand
• Outfit: Grey tailored overcoat, blue t-shirt, faux leather bracelet, jeans, socks, black shoes with real laces
• Edition Size: 3,000

REVIEW: Lubies - Flamingo

Background

You probably remember Rocket USA’s Lubies line of softball sized plush animals. Between Series 1 and Series 2, they’ve decided to release a special character…the Flamingo.

Yes, everyone’s favorite tacky lawn ornament (right alongside the gnomes or the bent over ladies...I lived in a risque neighborhood) has been compacted into a cute and cuddly pink plush.

The Facts



Pink Flamingo
•    Series: Lubies
•    Manufacturer: Rocket USA

•    Material: Super soft plush
•    Height: 5”
round
•    Edition Size: N/A