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Tarot Minimates cancelled

Posted on August 15, 2010 by Artemis

Remember a few months ago when Minimates based on Tarot: Witch of the Black Rose were solicited? Well, forget it.

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Mattel gains Voltron license

Posted on June 8, 2010 by OAFE

The full press release is after the cut, but here's what you need to know: there's going to be a new Voltron cartoon next year, and Mattel has the license for both that and the classic series. Now here, watch … Continue reading →

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Hasbro's mega movie-crossover

Posted on May 25, 2010 by OAFE

Here's an interesting bit of news from some random site no one's ever heard of: Hasbro's trying to develop a movie based on their properties. "But wait," you say. "This isn't news - they've been pushing for movies based on … Continue reading →

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Breaking news: Mattel to make Mego-style Ghostbusters

Posted on April 10, 2010 by OAFE

As part of their "Epic April," G4TV's Attack of the Show is going to visit Mattel and unveil some of their un-announced SDCC exclusives on Monday. Well, this weekend they're showing ads promoting that, and look what's already been unintentionally … Continue reading →

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Mattel announces CCI 2010 exclusive

Posted on March 31, 2010 by OAFE

Hey, folks, we got this press release earlier today. Take a look, and see what Mattel has up their sleeves for SDCC: March 31, 2010 By Matty MOTU Fans, We are pleased to release images and info for our 2010 … Continue reading →

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Another New "Venture" for Bif Bang Pow

Posted on January 10, 2010 by OAFE

Some exciting news surfaced the other day: LOS ANGELES, CA (January 7, 2010) - Bif Bang Pow! and Cartoon Network Enterprises, the licensing and merchandising arm of Adult Swim, blast off for action with today's partnership announcement that will bring … Continue reading →

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Playmobil inventor dies at 79

Posted on February 8, 2009 by OAFE

The news came out earlier last week: Hans Beck, the man who created Playmobil toys, had died on January 30.

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Action Figure Fights On Despite Loss Of Dragon Sword

Posted on February 4, 2009 by yo go re

"SETH'S BEDROOM - With the dreaded skeleton people closing in on him and the carpet suddenly turning into red-hot lava before his very eyes, local action figure Huntarr the Warrior vowed to fight on Thursday despite the loss of his … Continue reading →

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Iron Man Minimates - advance look

Posted on September 29, 2008 by OAFE

No, we don't have them yet (sadly), but we know where you can catch a glimpse of them. <i>And now, some more OAFEry:</i>Marvel vs. DC vs. Transformers Rustin's Spoils of the Week #120 When you wear a nerdy shirt and … Continue reading →

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Holy crap! McFarlane Toys bowing out

Posted on June 10, 2008 by OAFE

Earlier today in a post on the Spawn.com message boards, the news was revealed that most of McToys original properties have been canceled. As moderator Joe F. said: "The company is focusing on licensed products for right now. The in-house … Continue reading →

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