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5 Reasons to Love NECA’S Toony Terrors Line

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NECA’s Toony Terrors line is a wonderful collection of horror icons reimagined in a fun, cartoonish style. If you’re a horror fan who also enjoys a bit of playful nostalgia, this line is perfect for you. And while most people are doing spring cleaning right about now, what better way to splash up your new clean home than by placing one of these figures on display. Here are five reasons to love them this spring:

Bright, Bold, Light-Hearted Designs

Spring is all about bright, bold colors and vibrancy, and Toony Terror figures bring that energy into your collection. Their whimsical, exaggerated cartoon aesthetics make them stand out from traditional horror figures adding an immediate sense of play and lightness to any display.

Affordable? Yes! Collectible? Yes!

Unlike high-end horror collectibles, Toony Terrors are reasonably priced making them an easy and fun addition to any horror fan’s collection. And standing roughly 6-inches tall makes them perfect for displaying almost anywhere, desk buddy, anyone?

Constantly Expanding Line

NECA is constantly expanding their Toony Terrors line. They also release a variety of characters so there is always something new to collect! From classic Universal Monsters to Elvira and even newer IPs like THE NUN (2018). I, for one, can’t wait to see what they come out with next!

Spooky Spring Displays

Who says spooky season should only land in the fall? Toony Terrors have a playful aesthetic that fits into any spooky spring display or mixed in with your Easter decorations for a little off-beat fun!

Fun for All Ages (Mostly!)

While traditional NECA figures are ultra-detailed and sometimes grotesque, Toony Terrors have a playful, approachable look. This makes them perfect for collectors of all ages (mostly)!

Are you planning to pick up any Toony Terrors this season? Which horror character do you want to see in the next wave?

5 Toys & Collectibles Brands We Love

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Whether it’s friends sitting at a bar who decide that a line of toys need to be unrealistically, overly muscly or a woman who decides a risqué doll would be the perfect girls toy, there are many reasons to love toys and collectibles. As pop culture continues to grow, our love of such toys and collectibles grows with it. We yearn for more, more nostalgia, more detail, more accuracy— lucky for us, companies are continuing to deliver, bringing the movies, tv shows and comic books we love within reach of our finger tips. So in the spirit of Valentine’s Day and all things that we love, we salute these 5 brands that keep delivering us red hot gems.

Hot Toys – The Ultimate in Realism

Collectors seek out Hot Toys figures for their craftsmanship and accuracy. They are hyper-detailed, lifelike figures that really bring characters to life. Add in the many, many points of articulation, moveable eyes, and often multiple heads and accessories… it’s no wonder why we swoon over Hot Toys. If you are looking for a specific one, please ask one of our employees or give us a ring!

Sideshow – Premium Statues & Figures

Hardcore fans are drawn to the artistry of Sideshow’s highly detailed statues. The care and attention that these statues and figures were made with shows that Sideshow artists love these characters as much as we do. They ooze sophistication and really bring to life the movies, tv shows and comic book characters that we’ve come to embrace.

NECA – The King of Nostalgia & Horror

There’s a reason why you see NECA everywhere these days, it’s because their dedication to horror, sci-fi, and classic movie characters is so high that they capture the hearts of the child in all of us. Their figures are detailed and really capture those iconic movie moments. Even their Toony Terrors line has us smitten.

Hasbro – Brings the Mass Appeal

Hasbro balances affordability and quality with their collectibles. They had us at hello, or rather at Star Wars, but they continue to hold a special place in our hearts and will continue to be one of our beloved brands.

Trick or Treat Studios – A Haven for Horror Fans

No one quite answers the call for screen-accurate horror collectibles like Trick or Treat Studios. From their masks to their prop replicas Trick or Treat Studios delivers good-feeling chills again and again. And dare I say, leave us “shivering in… anticipation” for their next release.

A few of these brands may have been responsible for the toys that made us, but those toys quickly become our passion. The joy of owning a quality piece of pop culture history that swiftly wraps us in the feeling of the art that we love is one of the most comforting of feelings. What are some of your favorite brands for collectibles? Let us know below or on social media. Or stop on by, we love to hear about your loves in person!

Why We Love NECA’s 8-Bit Video Game Figure Line

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NECA’s 8-Bit Video Game Figure Line hits so many of our joy buttons. They are retro, nostalgic, but modern and so rad. Honestly, I want them all. We currently have several of these action figures in store along with our other collectibles from NECA. For those that we don’t currently have– like the Jason Voorhees V. 1, which was an SDCC exclusive years back– we are always on the lookout to swipe them up. So, it’s always good to keep a pulse on our store for that special item you’re looking for! Here’s a highlight of 5 of our favorite 8-Bit Video Game Figures from NECA’s line.

#1. Batman

Flying in at #1 and standing 7″ tall is Batman! Based on the 1989 NES Game following the Michael Keaton BATMAN (1989), this dark knight brings all that 80s-awesomeness from the side-scrolling game that we absolutely love. He’ll have you saying, “POW! BAM! BANG!” all-day-long no matter your age.

 

#2. Mohawk

He’s up to no good in your neighborhood, it’s Mohawk from the GREMLINS 2: A NEW BATCH (1990) NES Video Game! He wreaks havoc at 7″ tall and is painted to replicate the game’s pixelated look. This one we definitely recommend getting wet and feeding after midnight.

 

#3. RoboCop

Call him Murphy. He’s here in his 8-Bit blues to serve the public trust, defend the innocent, and uphold the law while being totally tubular. He’s part man, part machine, and all heart. Yes, please!

 

 

#4. Godzilla

Stomping in above 6″ tall and nearly 12″ long from head to toe, Godzilla is rockin’ his 1980’s look. His paint deco is a throwback to the pixelated look from the 1988 classic video game. RAWR hell yasss! This guy is going to fight all my action figures.

 

#5. Freddy Krueger

The man of our dreams, Freddy Krueger, looks amazingly killer in his classic video game colors. He’s fully articulated like the other action figures in this line and even comes with his dashing smile. It’s prime time!

 

 

 

NECA’s 8-Bit Video Game Figures Line makes me so happy I think I may break out the NES, grab some Tab and Pixie Stix, sit curled up surrounded by these action figures, and live my best narly vintage life. Who’s totally boss? NECA.

Stay groovy friends!

8-Bit Diane

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