Yearly Archives: 2002

It comes in pints?

Posted on October 29, 2002 by Poe Ghostal

It's well-known that a fansite will generally provide more news and information about a given product than an official site. There are numerous examples of this, but in the toy collecting world one of the most salient is Mattel's official … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Mattel, Retro POA, ToyBiz | Tagged | Leave a comment

Kingdom Heat

Posted on October 29, 2002 by Poe Ghostal

Mirage Toys (formerly N2 Toys) continues to annoy collectors by releasing the Kingdom Hearts figures in two-packs of Disney and non-Disney characters. The toyline, based on the upcoming videogame, features original characters alongside a huge variety of classic Disney ones, … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Retro POA | Leave a comment

Dem bones, dem dry bones

Posted on October 28, 2002 by Poe Ghostal

I suffered some extreme toy-related disappointment over the weekend. After having a resurgent interest in more colorful, cartoony figures (a la MOTU), I became interested in the Skeleton Warriors, a forgotten Playmates Toys line from 1994. This was between Playmates' … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Playmates, Retro POA | Tagged , | Leave a comment

The death of Arthur, Marcus Aurelius, and Dumbledore.

Posted on October 28, 2002 by Poe Ghostal

Actor Richard Harris passed away on Friday. He was 72 years of age. While Mr. Harris made his name in movies made before those of my generation were even born, we were able to know him through roles such as … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Mattel, Retro POA | Leave a comment

Eaux, to be a Weed Killer

Posted on October 27, 2002 by Poe Ghostal

Weed Killer was a surprisingly well-sculpted figure from Kenner's 1990 Swamp Thing toyline, based on the cartoon. Several years ago I composed a haiku about my favorite obscure figure. I hope you enjoy it, or at least it doesn't hurt … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Kenner, Retro POA | Leave a comment

The cost of being different.

Posted on October 25, 2002 by Poe Ghostal

If there's anyone who needs to take note of companies like Mezco and Art Asylum, it's Stan Winston. In a recent interview with Raving Toy Maniac, Winston discussed the oft-lamented $14 price of his various toylines (all of which are … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Retro POA, Stan Winston | Leave a comment

Take the elevator to the mezzanine.

Posted on October 25, 2002 by Poe Ghostal

Figures.com has put up an interview with Mezco president Mike "Mez" Markowitz (in typical style, they'll be releasing the interview piecemeal over a few days). Aside from mentioning Mezco's international market and, as always, the debt Mezco and other toy … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in Mezco, Retro POA | Leave a comment

On the failure of Skeleton Warriors

Posted on October 25, 2002 by OAFE

In today's review of Skeleton Warriors Aracula, yo briefly mentioned that the line floundered at retail and was ultimately unsuccessful. But why? Skeleton Warriors debuted in 1994, to much acclaim. An article in the Chicago Tribune explained that tv executives … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in addendums, cancelled toys, commentary, Playmates | Tagged | 2 Comments

Welcome to the new Points of Articulation.

Posted on October 24, 2002 by Poe Ghostal

First off, I want to thank everyone who has supported me in bringing this idea to fruition. Believe it or not, I will be updating this page once a day with my comments on toys and the toy industry. Sometimes … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in announcements, Retro POA | Leave a comment

Animae Damnatae: Six Destinies

Posted on October 20, 2002 by Shocka

Book 1 - Agonistes The Secret face of Genesis I He is a transformer of human flesh; a creator of monsters. if a Supplicant comes to him with sufficient need, sufficient hunger for change--knowing how painful that will be--he will … Continue reading →

Share
Posted in addendums, books, McFarlane | Tagged | Leave a comment