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When was the last time Mego collectors and customizers had it so good? Mego Corp has pumped out a diversity of figures since 2018 that surpasses their first incarnation in the 70s and shows no signs of slowing down. FTC has a breadth of licenses of fan favorite properties, and an amazing list of parts on their sister CTVT site. NECA is still in the 1/9th retro figure game, and there are small boutique independents like White Elephant Toys, BrentZDolZ, etc. for those who want to go a little off the beaten path.
So what? Well, I think it's worthwhile to reflect on just how much easier it is to enjoy Mego today. In 1978 if I wanted a Mego, my mom had to take me to a store and hope that they had something in stock that I didn't already have. Many of those trips were unsuccessful and most of my Gabriel and LJN figures were consolation prizes of failed Mego missions. Catalogs were OK, but you never knew what was still in stock and the odds of missing a character increased over time as older catalogs expired and new ones went to print.
Jump forward a few decades, and Mego and Megolike figures are just a click away. Or, if you like the thrill of the hunt, you may well have some luck at Walmart, Target, Meijer, ToyRUs, or your LCS. If you're a customizer like me, isn't it great that it's no longer necessary to cannibalize an existing figure to make another? Even if one has minimal skills there are nearly inexhaustible possibilities for the kitbashers among us.
Long story short: Mego life is good.
Steve & Brian
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Things are getting silly over at Figures Toy Company, because a new wave of Three Stooges retro figures has just arrived! In case you've missed seeing FTC's initial announcement, this week's #MMFTCNEWS will tell you all you need to know about these new collectibles!
New versions of Moe, Larry, Curly, and Shemp are available in full waves or sold separately. The full waves contain the four in your choice of tuxedoes or gangster suits, while the new solo Stooges releases consist of Boxing Curly (inspired by the classic film "Punch Drunks"), Shemp in his gym sweats, and Shemp in a suit with his infamous thick lens glasses!
Also available from FTC right now is an assortment of costumes for their monster and horror-themed figures! The new costumes will be available on their ClassicTVToys.com website, and feature items like Clown costumes, Zombie costumes, and Fur costumes for their retro styled action figure bodies!
Head over to figurestoycompany.com for the new Three Stooges today, and don't forget that another shipment of items is expected at FTC very soon! The holidays are approaching fast, and if you've got an action figure collector in your life, FTC has collectibles from DC Comics, Scooby-Doo, pro wrestling, KISS, and so much more! You can get more information on Figures Toy Company and their products by becoming a fan on social media, and exclusive #MMFTCNEWS updates will be right here for you each and every Friday!
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To Boldy Go …
The federation starship Enterprise, under the command of Captain Christopher Pike, receives an emergency distress call from a planet in the Talos system … no, this is not an illusion!
Mego is continuing its storied history with the iconic Star Trek franchise!
We present a first look at the sculpt turns for the upcoming Star Trek Talosian!
Sculpted by Mego MVP Andrew Covalt!!
The Talosian will be available spring of next year!
#MakeMIneMego
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Here's what's going on with the MegoMuseum this week.
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Toy-Ventures: 70s Sticker Collection
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Toyroom Spotlight is a new feature where members of our community share their own personal Mego Museums with us.
James Miller shares his custom "Legion of Monsters" line with us this week.
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What's New in "ReMego"!
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The PlaidStallions Polyester Pals and White Elephant Toyz Graveyard Geekz are almost here!
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Toy-Ventures magazine is a return to the old-school print publication specifically for collectors. We cover toys and action figures from the 1960s to the 1990s in a full-colour comprehensive manner.
So if you miss the days of Toyfare and Tomarts, give Toy-Ventures a try.
Toyventuresmagazine.com
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Joe 90 on Plastic Soul, The Pop Culture Show by Entertainment Earth
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The Plaid Stallions Action Figure archive is a growing catalogue of weird, knock-off figures and 70s toy lines that don't get enough attention, new additions are made every week, and contributions are very welcome.
Here is what we've done this week:
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