Mego Corp is back with an exclusive look at their newest toy, 2-XL! Based on their best selling toy in the 1970s and 90s, the new 2-XL speaks 40 languages and to show us all about it we have Marty, Bruce and Dr. Mego from Mego Corp.

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Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine 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 catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

 

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Bootleg Star Wars X-Wing Model (sponsored link) —

If there was anything that screamed “1979,” it’s this thing. We were so awash in weird X Wings and Tie Fighters at the time. I like this design better than most.

The Adventures of Metal-Man Flying Saucer (sponsored link) —

These Metal Man vehicle sets are an obsession of mine (I put the video below), and this, to me, is the best set they made. Radon and his Flying Saucer is my favourite, and this set even still have the dome the figure is in. Someday, I will own one of those domes…..

Japanese Popeye Model Kit (sponsored link) —

Now Popeye is no stranger to merchandise, but a model kit is a new one for me, especially from Japan! It’s motorized because Japanese kids enjoy building their own toys. What a nice pallet cleanser for the week!

Chicklets Play Pal (sponsored link)–

It’s gum! It’s a toy! It’s Play pal! We run an article about these and Chewgum Warriors in Toy-Ventures issue 7. I don’t think that gum is still good, it would probably mess people up.

Message from Space Sticker Album (sponsored link) —

So this sticker book is based off the “Message from Space” TV Spin Off “Galactic Wars: which did get syndicated to other countries and spawning merch. When I was in the 6th grade, a kid from my class went to South America and brought back tons of these cards. They blew my mind. I’d seen “Message from Space,” but there were Apes and other aliens on these cards, nowhere to be seen in the movie. I actually bought the cards from him and still have a couple. It’s so cool to see the booklet finally.

Also, there was a dubbed compilation movie called “Sword of the Space Ark” or “Space Ninjas”. If you have a copy, please get in touch with me as I would really like to watch it.

 

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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.
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Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine 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 catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

 

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Toy-Ventures takes another look at the amazing Zee Toys “The Adventures of Metal Man” toy line filled with new pick ups and an attempt to create a time line of these amazing action figures.

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Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine 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 catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

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The Inter-Changables CEDM (sponsored link)

The Inter-Changables were made using the Micronauts tooling that was retained after Mego Corp folded. These rolled into town just as I was “Supposed” to stop caring about toys (didn’t stick), and it’s a whole “thing’ with me now. I stared at these things for almost 20 years, always finding an excuse, and now it’s as if none of them survived.

1979 Incredible Hulk Belt Buckle (sponsored link) —

I love goofing on vintage belt buckles, especially when they’re for characters not known for their fashion sense. Ol’ Purple Pants is what we like to call our “best case scenario” on the “Goof-O-Meter” I built for my 7th-grade science fair. Yeah, I failed. Why do you ask?

The Remco Power Shield Captain America art slide (sponsored link) —

This isn’t original art per se, but it is something the Studio likely used to sell their services. I don’t collect the Remco Powerized Superheroes, but this is still one of my favourite Superheroes…

A display box of Imperial Godzillas (sponsored link)

At my most recent panel about Monster Toys, I made a statement about the Imperial Godzilla most likely being bootlegged forever. I couldn’t cite a reference at the time, but I sure would have bet money on it. This thing proves me right, thankfully, and this one isn’t even tryin’.

Condorman promotional mask (sponsored link) —

As a kid, I really wanted Condorman to be a movie like Superman, where the hero was taken seriously. Nope, it was mainly a spy spoof that the world didn’t order. I never totally got over that, so I mostly lament the ice cream flavour.  It’s also kind of weird how this mask has an “Eyes Wide Shut” vibe going on. That mask might prove a bit of a distraction at an orgy…

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Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine 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 catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

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Thanks to a recently discovered binder in Marty Abram’s office, we have Mego’s plans for 1983. This episode showcases their plans for the World’s Greatest Superheroes line. The Mighty Metal Superheroes included Silver Surfer and a fleet of Batman vehicles.

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Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine 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 catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

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Topics Discussed: Superman, Batman, Robin, Eagle Force, Mego, Mego Corp, Marty Abrams, Bill Barron, Darrin McGavin, Dr Mego, Spider-Man, Silver Surfer, Batmobile, Spidercar, Batcycle, Bat Copter, Bat Plane, Diecast Metal, Lion Rock, Worlds Greatest Superheroes, Micronauts, Pocket Superheroes, toyventures, plaidstallions, brick mantooth, Paul Kirchner,

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Big Jim Dr. Bushido (sponsored link) —

Big Jim’s European Adventures in the 1980s felt a lot like it was mimicking 80s Italian cinema with its spy and science fiction mashups. Take Jim’s futuristic enemy, Dr. Bushido, who has this new wave “Ming the Merciless” thing going on, combined with a freaking glow-in-the-dark samurai sword! He looks like an extra from the unfilmed “Yor: The Hunter from the Future” sequel. Now, all we need is a soundtrack from Goblin!

Glasslite Blue Thunder Frank Action Figure (sponsored link)

Glasslite of Brazil is one of my favourite foreign toy makers, and I’m sure I only appreciate a 10th of their output.  These Blue Thunder action figures are something different from the Multi-Toys versions in the US. This Frank Chaney doesn’t resemble James Farentino, but the card art certainly bears a resemblance to Roy Scheider!

A sealed can of Mattel Slime (sponsored link) —

Wow, a true 1970s legend is sealed in there or is it? If you purchase this item, not only do you get a classic toy, but also a thought experiment in quantum mechanics. Is there still slime in there, or is it something else? This is Schroedinger’s Slime.

Gatchaman Japanese Pop-Up Book (sponsored link)

How did this excellent book escape my gaze? As some may know, I met my wife because of this cartoon, and hey, that really worked out, so I truly love the merchandise. I’m always a fan of stuff that features a lot of Zoltar and also the insides are gorgeous!

I mean, will you drink this in? It’s wonderful!

Micronauts BioTron Ben Cooper Halloween Costume (sponsored link)

I’m currently working on a Toy-Ventures episode about the amazing Micronauts merchandise not made by Mego. These Ben Cooper costumes are part of that discussion and SO up my alley. You’d think I’d own this, but no, I’ve never had that moment. 

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Rarer AHI Mr Spock Bop Bag sold at Pool Stores (sponsored link) —

So AHI (Azrak-Hamway Inc) was famous for Rack Toys like the Mr. Spock Bop Bag (which is my doorstop here at the office) they also had a thriving pool toys business. This version of the Bop bag has a different design and is sold in a large baggie.

Hal Needham Stuntman Playset by Gabriel Toys (sponsored link)

This is a truly innovative toy concept from the mid-1970s, a doll based on the legendary stuntman Hal Needham. This allowed kids to do real stunt work. Obviously, this set saw some play, as Hal’s head came off, which is probably not something that happened to the real guy.

The Mighty Hercules Book and Record set from Japan (Sponsored Link) 

As a Canadian kid, I thrilled to the Adventures of the Mighty Hercules and his idiot sidekick, Newton, his idiot sidekick, Newton.  (if you get that joke you are cool) I am blown away that this show had any popularity in Japan but now this is all I can think of.

Spider-Man Super Klobbers by AHI (sponsored link)

I’m not surprised that AHI chose to rip off Socker Boppers; they sold a lot of inflatable toys and well, they had the Spider-Man license. What’s surprising is how rare these are, I guess they did not take off.

Big Jim Cipsa Kid Acero Lobomovil (sponsored link) 

This vehicle was known as “The Beast” in the USA and was the first vehicle available for the P.A.C.K toys, mainly because it’s a repainted Camper. In Mexico, they didn’t have the same characters so they drew over the (GLORIOUS!) Jack Kirby’s art and turned them into bad Guy Garfio and Good guy Hombe Bionico. I love this so much but this freaking thing is such a space killer. Ugh, this is going to bug me….

Oh God, I just realized Hombre Invisible was added! Agggghhhh I have no money!

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GI Joe Skydive to Danger (sponsored link)

When I turned six, my grandmother let me tag along with her to Eatons (RIP) to pick out one thing for my birthday. She left me in the toy aisle for probably a half an hour while she went to the credit department. It is one of my fondest childhood memories, looking through all those crazy GI Joe, Big Jim and Mego Superhero packages, just leisurely drinking it all in. I saw some crazy stuff, like Cowboy outfits for Joe that I would later find out were exclusive to Canada. Anyway, I chose this, which, to me, is the coolest Joe set ever. You’ve got a parachute and a giant spider. It still sets my brain afire.

Brains in a Bag (sponsored link) 

My friend Courtney sent this to me and it’s something that would have been sold in “Over our Heads” in those later seasons of “Facts of Life” that have George Clooney.

Pssssst…..My wife is revisiting this series for the 100th time, please, I can’t take any more of Beverly Anne…

Microman Lady Command figure (sponsored Link) 

Thanks to the Super 7 Micronauts figures, I’ve been in a real Micronaut mood lately. This is a Micronaut Mego didn’t bring to the states, the female version of the Pharoid instead, her time chamber is the Statue of Liberty. I wouldn’t have bought this at ten but OMG I’ll take one now.  The above is a vintage one, but reproductions are cheap and abundant. 

Popeye the movie Colorforms (sponsored link)

I’ve probably said this before, but I unabashedly love this movie, I know it’s flawed, and its production involved mountains of Cocaine (never tried), but I was ten when I saw it at the Oshawa Center. Call it my personal  “Goonies,” ok? However, I’m aware it’s not for everyone. I like Harry Nilsson’s music, adore Shelly Duvall, and love comedic violence. Plus, Donald Moffat was REM on “Logan’s Run.” That’s all I got.

Whenever I mention colorforms, I also like to say that toy designer Mel Birnkrant shares all his knowledge. He probably has an anecdote about this set if you ask him on the book face, I wish more toy people were like Mel.

Cool as hell Spider-Man shirt from the 1970s (sponsored link) —

This kid’s shirt blows my mind, mainly for the appearance of (weirdly drawn) Man-Wolf! I was really drawn to these types of monster characters as a kid (Man-Bat fans represent!) so seeing them on merch always makes me smile.

Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine 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 catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

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 The Mego 1983 project will be a multimedia event with print articles, videos and, of course, a special wing to the Mego Museum. This is not a “What If” this is the playbook Mego was crafting for the next year. It’s full of surprises!

We also reveal the cover for Toy-Ventures issue 13, which is now available for pre-order!

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Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine 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 catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

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Kenner Megabug Gladiators- Scorpion

Kenner MegaBug Gladiators Scorpion

My friend Scott from the MegoMuseum forums gifted me this toy recently; it’s his original one from childhood. It’s the Scorpion from the Kenner MegaBug Gladiators toy line, which we both share a love for.

Kenner introduced the MegaBug Gladiators in 1979, and while they are well-designed toys, it seems they didn’t market them in any meaningful way, and they just withered on the vine.

That’s a shame because the line was absolutely ahead of its time.  A series of futuristic war machines with an insect theme, the name “Gladiators” suggests a world where this sort of combat is sport. Oh man, I think we just wrote a Full Moon movie!

Kenner Megabug Gladiators- Scorpion

Three vehicles were in the range: Scorpion, MegaSpider and Dragon Fly. There is no world-building included anywhere. Kenner expected kids to build their own backstory, which, combined with little to no marketing, probably hurt this line.

Scorpion has some neat features: his claws are spring-loaded and can hold army men, his tail is posable for different attacks, and his legs crawl if you push it forward.

Kenner Megabug Gladiators

I’ve spoken to several former Kenner people over the years at Toy-Ventures, but none have much insight into this line, let alone remember it. That’s a nut I hope to crack in the coming months as I find this toy line an excellent companion piece to Micronauts and Shogun Warriors. 

Kenner Megabug Gladiators

Also, these things are really photogenic, I will be revisiting this topic this year.

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Micronauts Biotron Halloween Costume (affiliate link)—

Oh my goodness, would I like to own this masterpiece. I love the comics, I love the toys, come to Brian……for a huge discount.

Welcome Back Kotter Skateboarders (affiliate link) —

This was a really weird line from Gabriel, not known for this sort of thing. They also came out in 1978 when the show was pretty much kaput.

Spider-Woman UndeRoos (affiliate link) —

As much as a Spider-Woman fan I am, I haven’t picked the underoos. Fortunately the prices didn’t sky rocket after the box office smash that was Madame Web.

Paul Naschy Night of the Werewolf brochure (affiliate link) —

Yesterday was Halloween and I am not going to let it slide without praising the awesome Paul Naschy.

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Man, every TV show ever has a UK annual, I’m positive there is one for “The BeachCombers” (AKA Canada’s greatest export) I can’t wait to dig into those stories and puzzles.

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We co-produced this amazing action figure with White Elephant Toyz; it’s an 8″ Mego Style Officially Licensed Tura Satana figure with a beautiful box by Joeseph Linsner! Get yours while supplies last.

Knock Offs; Totally Unauthorized Action Figures the book

Knock-Offs Totally Unauthorized Action figures is from the demented mind that brought you “Rack Toys: Cheap, Crazed Playthings” and features hundreds of hilarious, charming, copyright infringing toys. Get a signed copy in our shop! 5 Awesome

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The official FB group for PlaidStallions, come for the conversation, stay for the chill vibe. Remember, you keep the glass

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