Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures will feature the never-before-seen plans for the 1983 World’s Greatest Superheroes toy line and a cover featuring artwork specially commissioned for Mego’s catalog, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

Articles in this issue:

News: Mego Star Trek and Happy Days Prototypes Discovery

The Life Aquaman: Join Steve Fink as he shares what has to be the greatest Aquaman vintage toy collection in the world.

The Way We Played: Christ Franklin discusses 80s mail-awat offer action figure memories.

Mego 1983: We discuss Marty Abram’s recently uncovered plans for Mego in 1983, starting with the World’s Greatest Superheroes’ very comprehensive reboot for the 80s and why it involved the Factory’s Sixth Floor.

Rack Toys: Star Trek The Motion Picture by Larami toys.

Planet of the Fun-Sized Mego Apes: Documenting the wonderfully quirky line of figurines by HCF.

Aviva Space Academy: Steve Stovall showcases this line based on the Filmation Saturday Morning Series.

Space Force: Chance Priest talks about this Sungold Brave Starr Knock Off that may be the last usage of the Mego molds.

Gamma! Gamma! Hey: Ken C talks about that incredibly elusive Remco Superhero toy, the Gamma Glow Machine.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue #13 comes directly from the publisher. You are getting a mint, brand-new copy of this magazine straight from the source

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Toy-Ventures 12 Pack

It’s the Magazine Megapack! You get all 11 issues of Toy-Ventures.
What you get: 12 uncirculated issues of Toy-Ventures magazine, direct from the publisher. All remaining issue premiums will be included while supplies last. It has over 400 pages of vintage toy articles from an independent small press company.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Contributors include:
• Tony Roberts (Analog Toys)
• Corey LeChat
• Chris Franklin (Fire and Water Podcast)
• Jason Lenzi (Bif Bang Pow!)
• Ray “Acroray” Miller
• Ray Castile (Basement of Horror)
• Chance Priest (Chance’s Toybox)
• Alex Ross
• John Toyzilla Marshall
• Brian Heiler
• Steve Fink

• Joseph Hand (Leicester Vintage Toyshop)
• Tyler Ham
• Vincent Cerbone

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue #12 comes directly from the publisher. You are getting a mint, brand-new copy of this magazine straight from the source.

Issue 12 is a celebration of Stretch Monster featuring a deluxe gatefold cover by Mr. Peter Carsillo (Cover artist for Issue 10 as well)

MAGAZINES WILL SHIP IN 48 HOURS FROM PURCHASE, US ORDERS GET TRACKING VIA USPS.

Toy-Ventures Issue 11
Steel Monsters Cover by Chris Franklin
The Faked Crusader
Redbox Batman may be the first Batman Knock-Off ever.
Sky Guy: Mego Man of Mystery
A mystery man no more, meet Sky Guy, made by Mego and sold by Schaper.
Sandbox Apocalypse
Exploring the Tonka Steel Monsters, a post-apocalyptic 80s toy line that deserves more love. Rare photos and interviews with Tonka designers on this fantastic line.
Toy-Ventures Guide to Post-Apocalyptic Toys
Mego Dr. Zaius takes us through the forbidden zone of post nuclear wasteland toy lines.
Meanwhile at the Hall of Softness
The Mego Super Softies were a super flop in 1974, but we still love them.
Super Joe Part 5
We conclude our series by looking at the fashion and Halloween items produced for the Hasbro Super Joe toy line..
The Loch Ness Mystery
Raymond Castile’s Basement of Horror takes us on a wee journey to solve a childhood mystery about Nessie merchandise.
The Perils of Superman
Chris Franklin’s first installment of his “The Way We Played” column is the adventures of his Mego Superman.
Skeleton Power
Chance Priest shares the Skeleton Warriors knockoff he likes better than the real thing.
Mego Planet of the Apes Part 7
The final chapter of our look at Mego Planet of the Apes in the US focuses on playsets and the mystery of the boxed figures.
Burly Bath Buds
Chris Thornsberry tells us the history of Kenner’s charming Li’l Loggers and their incredible creator.
Mall of Justice Moment
Jason Lenzi (of Pod Stallions) and his aunt encounter Cylons in Los Angeles.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 10
Pulsar cover by Peter Carsillo
Issue 10 is a milestone for us, and we’ve packed with a diverse grouping of stories:
Finger Puppets:
MegoMuseum creator Robyn Adams joins us for a great piece about Sesame Street Finger Puppets.
Toxic Crusade:
Bert from “Ed’s Retro Geek Out” shares some history on the Playmates Toxic Crusaders line.
The Hero with Heart (and Lungs):
Toy Industry insider Greg Autore talks about the Mattel Pulsar toy line and his research at Mattel.
Terror’s BEST Friends:
Uriel Barros shares his knowledge of the “Amigos Del Terror” toy line and the Argentinian toy trade.
Basement of Horror- Vampire Bats
Leicester Vintage Toyshop- Matchbox Cars
Mego Planet of the Apes Part 6
Cancellation on the Planet of the Apes!
Bootleg Bionics
We’ve got the OSI files on all the Knock-Off Steve Austins on those toy shelves including Dr. Krome Dome, Mike Power Atomic Man and Robot Man with Four Faces.
Super Joe Part 4
Were you in the Super Joe Club? Steve shares the memorabilia and explains how the club has returned.
The Warriors Toybox-
Guerrors Del Manana, MOTU Kos from Argentina
They Call Him SLADE: Super Agent
We discuss the groundbreaking company Shindana Toys and their man of action.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 9
Walloping Websnappers:
Vincent Cerbone shares this strange 8″ Tong Inc. Spider-Man discovery from France.
Mego Planet of the Apes Part 6
Our ongoing coverage of the Mego toy line continues into the second wave of action figures based on the television series.
Leicester Vintage Toyshop
Our latest column features the gang from Toyshop on Tour.
Actionized Assassins’
The Remco Ninja Strike Force action figure is an underrated bit of 80s cheese.
Basement of Horror
In this issue Ray Castile shares his story about the Marx Whistling Spooky Kooky Tree. An incredibly iconic toy.
Super Joe Part 3
Steve Stovall looks at vehicles, playsets and the amazing Terron with this third installment of Hasbro’s Super Joe toy line.
The Warriors Toybox
Chance Priest tempts us with the Castle of the Three-Headed Dragon playset by Helm Toys.
Stolen Thunder-
Exploring the ill-fated Multiple Toys Blue Thunder action figure line based on the ill-fated 1984 television series.
Compact Action Heroes-
The Toy-Ventures guide to the fantastic Mego Comic Action Heroes Toy line. The most comprehensive piece on the line ever produced. Foreign variations, unreleased prototypes and never before seen art from Neal Adams.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 8
Cover by Darren Hight AKA Doc Multiverse
Issue #8 of Toy-Ventures Magazine begins our new format with two regular columnists showcasing a favourite piece in their vast collections. Darran Hight, AKA Doc Multiverse, created our striking cover.
Basement of Horror– Monster toy guru and popular YouTube host Ray Castile is launching his first column with us, and man; October is the perfect month for this as we talk about “The Incredible Melting Man.”
The Warriors Toybox– We’re delighted to have Chance Priest join us for a recurring look at the neat stuff in his toy box. If you don’t know Chance’s work, you’ve been missing out; he’s a trip! The first article is all about some obscure Remco Warrior Beast toys that will have you scouring eBay.
Ghoul Like Motion– Heath Smith guides us through the world of Telco Monster Motionettes; he’s done a fantastic job of creating the ultimate guide to these Halloween classics.
Mid-Way Warriors– Shogun Warriors expert Dave Keymont joins us this issue for a look at the bootleg carnival rip offs of our favourite Machinders, this is just the beginning of our journey with Dave.
The Birth of RoboSkull–
Our pal Tony Roberts (Analog Toys), alongside Bob Brechin (former Palitoy designer) takes us on an in-depth tour of developing one of the coolest 80s toys ever made, the Action Force Robo Skull. You will love this.
Hasbro Super Joe Part 2–
Steve Stovall returns with his comprehensive on-going series of GI Joe’s least talked about years.
Mego Goes Ape Part 4–
Our ongoing series covering the Mego Planet of the Apes line talks about the best-selling playsets of 1974 with input from Mego’s Marty Abrams.
A Wanted Man–
Who is Big Bad John, one of the rarest action figures out there, and to collectors of Lincoln International, he’s our rocket-firing Boba Fett!
Single Ladies from Outer Space–
The Galaxy Maidens are a bizarre entry in 80s toy history, mainly because they look like they came from a 1950s B-Movie.
Battlestar Inflatica–
This article discusses the fantastic Battlestar Galactica toys we didn’t get from GLJ.
Kimba the White Lion Halloween Prototype masks–
Toy-Ventures regular Corey LeChat shares obscure items from the Collegeville vaults!

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 7
The Aquatic Adventures of Marine Boy– Corey LeChat takes you on a merchandise journey for this early Japanese import.
K-O Mortal Kombat Knock-Offs- Newcome Eric Gibeau talks about the amazing Mego Knock Off Mortal Kombat figures from the mid-1990s from Paco.
The Super Juniors– Chris Franklin returns to Toy-Ventures to talk about some baby superheroes.
Hasbro Super Joe- Beginning our multi-issue look at the GI Joe “middle child” expert Steve Stovall takes on a journey through the Hasbro Super Joe toy line.
The Martian Chronicles– How did a TV mini-series starring Rock Hudson get a toy line? Only in the 1970s…
Chew Gum Warriors–Michael Grifka talks about the candy-filled space characters of the early 1980s in this awesome article.
Mego Planet of the Apes part 3- Bendin’ and Flexin’ on the Planet of the Apes.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 6
Star Team cover by Dave Waugh
Ultra Mask – Corey LeChat
Unmasking the 70s Ultraman College Halloween costume series.
S.T.A.R Wars –
The Knock-Offs that defeated The Empire, the Ideal Toys Star Team. It’s hard to beat the Knight of Darkness.
S’up Riches – Jonathan Sternfield
Exploring the short-lived toy company Dimensions for Children and their line of Richie Rich Toys.
Mego Planet of the Apes Part 2 –
Variations of the Apes! We continue our ongoing coverage of the Mego Planet of the Apes line with this look at the wave one figure variations.
Lost Land of the Lost –
Aw man, we could have had Sleestaks! A showcase of the 1976 LJN toy line that never was.
Mall of Justice Moment – Alan Kaplan
Spider-Man and Alan in Child World with a pile of cool Remco toys.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 5
Mego Planet of the Apes cover by Robyn Adams
I’m Not Like Other Guys- New contributor Tyler Ham joins us with a beautiful look at the cheeky line of toys based on the Michael Jackson “Thriller” video. The Powco toys Thriller line is charming 80s knock-off gold.
ElectroWow- David Lockwood gives us the history of the amazing exploits of Ideal’s Electroman and Zogg, bring some batteries.
The Ballad of Baby Frankenstein- Corey LeChat explores Universal’s cute version of the Frankenstein Monster and all the associated merchandise.
Toydom Come- Comics legend Alex Ross sits down with PodStallions’ Jason Lenzi and talks about his favourite vintage toys and reveals several fun bits of trivia.
Ms. Peel, we’re needed– Corey LeChat explores the rare 1960s figure based on the Avenger’s most popular character, Emma Peel.
Mego Planet of the Apes Part 1– A multi-issue series focusing on the Mego Planet of the Apes line. Part one is a discussion with Marty Abrams about his nearly 50-year relationship with the brand.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 4
Munsters Cover by Corey LeChat

The Munster Mash–
We’re visiting 1313 Mocking Bird Lane when Corey LeChat gives us a tour of one of the greatest collections of Munster merchandise ever assembled. Many of these items have never been featured in print before.
Apemen down under– William Wilson has written a wonderful piece about this Australian line of Planet of the Apes knock off figures called “The Action Apemen”
The Expandable ones- David Lockwood explores the stretchable superheroes and villains made by Funstuff in the early 1980s.
He’s Glump! He’s Glump!- We talk about the weird world of dime-store action heroes created by Durham from Yung Kung Fu to Glump the Caveman, it’s a comprehensive guide.
Super Amicis– A fun pictorial guide to this cheeky line of figures based on the Mego World’s Greatest Superheroes.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue3
Captain Zargon Cover by Tim Baron!
Beware His Stingray Eyes-
Tony Roberts host of the analog toys channel on Youtube tells the story behind the development of Action Man’s greatest Foe Captain Zargon.
Mego base Alpha –
We take a detailed look at Mego and Palitoy’s wonderful Space:1999 range with a complete collector guide including the line’s history and development, all known variations, knock offs and it’s resurrection in the 2000s.
The Challenge Machines- Leave it to Popy of Japan to take the Evel Knievel toy concept and some home grown tv heroes to the mix. Corey LeChat gives a beautiful look at these winning toys, you’ll want to play with them!
The Art of Mego Superheroes –
Chris Franklin has created a knock-out piece sourcing the iconic origins of Mego’s World’s Greatest Superheroes brand.

Collector Spotlight –
Our first interviewee is pop culture author John “Toyzilla” Marshall as we talk about the hobby and show examples from his incredible, eclectic collection.

Toy-Ventures Guide to Lincoln International Monsters:
The centerpiece of issue 3 is an exhaustively researched guide to this incredible and highly collectible line of Monster Toys, including company history and a visual guide to every known figure and packaging variation.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 2
Cyberman cover by Brain.
H.R. Puppet Stuff! By Kroffty
This colorful piece tracks the careers of the legendary Sid and Marty Krofft through puppet merchandise, it will make you smile.
The Lost Outer Space Men
Contributor Steve Fink returns with another tale of tracking down an impossible grail or in this case, six, the legendary second series of Colorforms Outer Space Men.
Godzilla’s Gang:
Ray Miller does a deep dive into the 1978 Mattel “Godzilla’s Gang” toy line, highlighting their origins. This is a lot of fun.
The Toy-Ventures Guide to Denys Fisher Doctor Who:
The Mego produced Doctor Who toy line is explored in great detail with prototype shots, variations and never before seen reveals.
A figure called Sloane:
Chris G blew us away when he discovered the abandoned Kenner Toy Line to the obscure 1970s TV series “A Man Called Sloane”. Did I mention that I love that show?
Oscillating Vibrations:
A love letter to the Saturday morning series “Monster Squad” with a complete merchandise guide featuring never before seen items such as the Ideal Toys prototype figures..

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 1
AHI Frankenstein cover by Corey LeChat

Issue #1 of Toy-Ventures magazine is a salute to the celebrated toy company Azrak-Hamway International

Set Phasers for Fun– How AHI turned Star Trek’s phasers and the USS Enterprise itself into major profits.
The Guide to World Famous Super Monsters– The most comprehensive gallery of AHI’s Universal Monsters action figure compiling every known figure and packaging variant plus we even delve into company history and solve a few mysteries.
Now, SkyDive Like Apes!- The weird world of AHI’s Planet of the Apes toys.
I wanted the Best!–
Steve recalls his long journey to own the fabled AHI KISS microphone.
Rack Toys:1999-A deep dive into the world of Space:1999 merchandise including some toys owned by Martin Landau himself.
Crime Fighting Drop Zone- We talk about the long-running series of Super Heroes on Parachautes including card variations and prototypes.
Adorable Horror- The Official World Famous Super Monsters Bend ‘Ems!

Subjects include Mego Comic Action Heroes, HR Pufnstuff, Kenner Prototypes, A Man Called Sloane, Marine Boy, Mego Superheroes, Denys Fisher Doctor Who, Palitoy Action Man, Roboskull, The Munsters, Knock-Offs, Space:1999, Basement of Horror, Chance Priest, Leicester Vintage Toyshop, Colorforms Aliens, AHI, Azrak Hamway, KISS, Godzilla, Lincoln International Monsters, Mego Mad Monsters, Collegeville Costumes, Ultra-Man, Shogun Warriors, Bootleg toys, Rack Toys, Land of the Lost, Jigglers, Planet of the Apes, Action Apeman, Hasbro Super Joe, Marty Abrams, Baby Frankenstein, Puppets, Sid and Marty Krofft, Monster Squad, STAR TEAM, Knight of Darkness, Tong, Blue Thunder, Gerry Anderson, Planet of the apes, Steel Monsters, Tonka,bootleg toys, mego superheroes, Lincoln Frankenstein, Lincoln monsters,

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Bundle Containing both books by Brian Heiler

“Rack Toys: Cheap, Crazed Playthings” The second edition by Nacelle Publishing

“Knock-Offs: Totally Unauthorized Action Figures” the new book from PlaidStallions Press.

Both signed by the author.

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Knock-Offs: Totally Unauthorized Action Figures is the latest book from Brian Heiler, the creator of PlaidStallions and author of “Rack Toys: Cheap, Crazed Playthings”. It’s a love letter to bootleg toys and action figures.

132 Pages printed in Canada. Each copy ordered through this store will be signed.

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Knock-Offs is a celebration of the dimestore bootleg figure, the copyright-infringing silliness meant to fool our grand people. The subjects range from toys of the 1960s to the 2000s and include every popular genre you can think of.

Knock-Offs Book

Knock-Offs Book- Nightmare Feddy

Chapters will include Superheroes, Science Fiction, Horror, TV/Movies and you’d better believe 80s toys. So many discount Darth Vaders and Skid Row Skeletors…

Knock-Offs Book- Robocops

Knock-Offs is a celebration of the dime store bootleg figure; the copyright-infringing silliness meant to fool our grand people. The subjects range from toys of the 1960s to the 2000s and include every popular genre.

Chapter Index:

1) Crime Fighting Copy Cats-

 This chapter details the numerous superhero-inspired knock-offs from Captain Action clones to Mego Superhero copies to the multitude of Batman the Animated Series clones. 

2) Discount Draculas-

We look at the many attempts to copy the Horror genre with memorable items like the Sungold monsters, Krazy Kreeps, Nightmare Feddy and the fabulous Amigos Del Terror.

3) Space Madness-

This chapter explores the crazy world of bootleg Star Wars, Star Trek with such notable weirdness as Lincoln’s Mr. Rock and Robert Cop.

4) Celebrity Impersonators-

The cavalcade of cheap toys meant to look like our favourite 80s action stars like Rambo or Mr. T, WWF wrestlers and of course, James Bond.

5) ToyFoolery-

The fantastic amount of toys meant to copy other toy lines, taking from the best like GI Joe, MOTU, Sectaurs and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. With such unique names as Supper Warrior, Amicable Herculean, Galaxy Warriors and Insect Man. 

6) Bootleg Art-

Chapter six talks about the bootleg toy-art scene and profiles some of the giants in the field, including Sucklord, Killer Bootlegs, Chance Priest, BKC Toys, Mr. Dan and many more.

132 Pages- 8.5 by 11

2021 PlaidStallions Press

Knock-Offs will also celebrate the amazing bootleg toy art scene and I have to say, the work these folks create is pretty darn infectious.

Bootleg toy artist Knock-Offs Book

Bootleg toy artist Knock-Offs Book

Sungold, Galaxy Warriors, Robert Cop, Lincoln International, Big Fella, Supper Warrior, Mexican Blow Molds, bootleg toys, the sucklord, BKC toys, Distinctive Dummies, Mr Dan, Nightmare Warriors, Killer Bootlegs, Toys on Tap, YoYodyne Toys, Barbarian Rage, Punk & Pop Toys, Healy Made, 80s toys, Fighting Russ, Amicable Herculean, Galaxy Adventure Girl, Starroid Warriors, Tomland, SpaceWar, Airgam Boys, Space Flyman, Super Powers, MOTU, MOTU bootlegs, Star Wars bootlegs, Shindana Slade, Mego Superheroes, Astro Apes, Planet of the Apes, V, Star Trek, Knight of Darkness, Space Trek, Fighting Yank, Defenders, Mr Action, Atomic Man, Dracula, Amigos Del Terror, Captain Action, Action Man, Power Rangers, Superman, Justice League, Incredible Hulk, Avengers, Captain America, Knock-Offs toys, Knock-Offs Book, Brian Heiler, Plaid Stallions, Brick Mantooth, Rack Toys, Imperial Toys, Bravestarr,

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It’s the 6 Pack! All 6 Issues of Toy-Ventures Magazine!

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 6

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Ultra Mask – Corey LeChat

Unmasking the 70s Ultraman College Halloween costume series.

S.T.A.R Wars – David Lockwood

The Knock-Offs that defeated The Empire, the Ideal Toys Star Team. It’s hard to beat the Knight of Darkness.

S’up Riches – Jonathan Sternfield

Exploring the short-lived toy company Dimensions for Children and their line of Richie Rich Toys.

Mego Planet of the Apes Part 2 –

Variations of the Apes! We continue our ongoing coverage of the Mego Planet of the Apes line with this look at the wave one figure variations.

Lost Land of the Lost – Brian Heiler

Aw man, we could have had Sleestaks! A showcase of the 1976 LJN toy line that never was.

Mall of Justice Moment – Alan Kaplan

Spider-Man and Alan in Child World with a pile of cool Remco toys.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 5

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I’m Not Like Other Guys- New contributor Tyler Ham joins us with a beautiful look at the cheeky line of toys based on the Michael Jackson “Thriller” video. The Powco toys Thriller line is charming 80s knock-off gold.

ElectroWow- David Lockwood gives us the history of the amazing exploits of Ideal’s Electroman and Zogg, bring some batteries.

The Ballad of Baby Frankenstein- Corey LeChat explores Universal’s cute version of the Frankenstein Monster and all the associated merchandise.

Toydom Come- Comics legend Alex Ross sits down with PodStallions’ Jason Lenzi and talks about his favourite vintage toys and reveals several fun bits of trivia.

Ms. Peel, we’re needed– Corey LeChat explores the rare 1960s figure based on the Avenger’s most popular character, Emma Peel.

Mego Planet of the Apes Part 1– A multi-issue series focusing on the Mego Planet of the Apes line. Part one is a discussion with Marty Abrams about his nearly 50-year relationship with the brand.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 4

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The Munster Mash– We’re visiting 1313 Mocking Bird Lane when Corey LeChat gives us a tour of one of the greatest collections of Munster merchandise ever assembled. Many of these items have never been featured in print before.

Apemen down under– William Wilson has written a wonderful piece about this Australian line of Planet of the Apes knock off figures called “The Action Apemen”

The Expandable ones- David Lockwood explores the stretchable superheroes and villains made by Funstuff in the early 1980s.

He’s Glump! He’s Glump!- We talk about the weird world of dime-store action heroes created by Durham from Yung Kung Fu to Glump the Caveman, it’s a comprehensive guide.

Super Amicis– A fun pictorial guide to this cheeky line of figures based on the Mego World’s Greatest Superheroes.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue3

9780991692255

Captain Zargon Cover by Tim Baron!

Beware His Stingray Eyes-

Tony Roberts host of the analog toys channel on Youtube tells the story behind the development of Action Man’s greatest Foe Captain Zargon.

Megobase Alpha – We take a detailed look at Mego and Palitoy’s wonderful Space:1999 range with a complete collector guide including the line’s history and development, all known variations, knock offs and it’s resurrection in the 2000s.

The Challenge Machines, Leave it to Popy of Japan to take the Evel Knievel toy concept and some home grown tv heroes to the mix. Corey LeChat gives a beautiful look at these winning toys, you’ll want to play with them!

The Art of Mego Superheroes – Chris Franklin has created a knock-out piece sourcing the iconic origins of Mego’s World’s Greatest Superheroes brand.

Collector Spotlight – Our first interviewee is pop culture author John “Toyzilla” Marshall as we talk about the hobby and show examples from his incredible, eclectic collection.

Toy-Ventures Guide to Lincoln International Monsters

The centerpiece of issue 3 is an exhaustively researched guide to this incredible and highly collectible line of Monster Toys, including company history and a visual guide to every known figure and packaging variation.

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 2

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H.R. Puppet Stuff! By Kroffty

This colorful piece tracks the careers of the legendary Sid and Marty Krofft through puppet merchandise, it will make you smile.

The Lost Outer Space Men

Contributor Steve Fink returns with another tale of tracking down an impossible grail or in this case, six, the legendary second series of Colorforms Outer Space Men.

Godzilla’s Gang

Ray Miller does a deep dive into the 1978 Mattel “Godzilla’s Gang” toyline, highlighting their origins. This is a lot of fun.

The Toy-Ventures Guide to Denys Fisher Doctor Who

One of my passions, the Mego produced Doctor Who toy line is explored in great detail with prototype shots, variations and never before seen reveals.

A figure called Sloane

Chris G blew us away when he discovered the abandoned Kenner Toy Line to the obscure 1970s TV series “A Man Called Sloane”. Did I mention that I love that show?

Oscillating Vibrations

A love letter to the Saturday morning series “Monster Squad” with a complete merchandise guide featuring never before seen items such as the Ideal Toys prototype figures..

Toy-Ventures Magazine Issue 1

9780991692217

Issue #1 of Toy-Ventures magazine is a salute to the celebrated toy company Azrak-Hamway International

Set Phasers for Fun– How AHI turned Star Trek’s phasers and the USS Enterprise itself into major profits.

The Guide to World Famous Super Monsters– The most comprehensive gallery of AHI’s Universal Monsters action figure compiling every known figure and packaging variant plus we even delve into company history and solve a few mysteries.

Now, SkyDive Like Apes!–

The weird world of AHI’s Planet of the Apes toys.

I wanted the Best!–

Steve recalls his long journey to own the fabled AHI KISS microphone.

Rack Toys:1999-A deep dive into the world of Space:1999 merchandise including some toys owned by Martin Landau himself.

Crime Fighting Drop Zone- We talk about the long-running series of Super Heroes on Parachautes including card variations and prototypes.

Adorable Horror- The Official World Famous Super Monsters Bend ‘Ems!

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