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Bandai Namco Toys and Collectibles America Announces Activations for NYCC 2022

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The Press Release:
For NYCC attendees that had missed the epic Dragon Ball Experience booth from San Diego Comic-Con or the jaw-dropping One Piece U.S.A Tour Booth featured at Anime Expo, Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America (BNTCA) has got them covered! Coming in hot to NYCC 2022, these booths will make a grand reappearance in addition to booths dedicated to Tamashii Nations, Bandai Hobby, MegaHouse, Shokugan, Tamagotchi, Dragon Stars, Anime Heroes, Gundam, Studio Ghibli, nanoblock and unique Demon Slayer exhibit, designed after the show’s Japan-inspired setting!

“This year has been an incredible one for attendees as conventions like New York Comic Con continue to make a return for anime and pop culture fans across America,” says Adam Newman, SVP Marketing and Business Development, Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles American Inc. “We’ve had incredible feedback from fans at previous events for some activations and brands we have decided to bring back for New York Comic Con, and our brand teams cannot wait for more attendees to experience what we have in store for them.”
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Scenes From The Toy Insider’s “Holiday Of Play” 2022 @ Current

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Though it might still be September, the holiday season will surely be upon us faster than we might expect and that’s what makes the Toy Insider’s annual “Holiday Of Play” event the perfect place to get an idea about what you will be able to purchase for your loved ones during those festive months. For the last couple of years, the “Holiday Of Play” has been held over at Current, an event space down on Chelsea Piers. It’s a bit smaller than where the “Sweet Suite” happens but that is because there are less exhibitors and attendees that participate. As you reached the door, the clever signage drew you in. “Get Ready to Sleigh”. Well since you insist….let’s.

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The way I was going to do this segment from the adventure was to keep a succinct focus on the kinds of things I write about when I do the Toy Fair. Remember that there wasn’t one this year and while it will make its grand return next year it will be held in September instead of in February. I’m going to start with the folks at Bandai who had a lot of their Anime and “Stranger Things” products on display.

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toy insider, holiday of play 2022, photos from toy insider holiday of play 2022

toy insider, holiday of play 2022, photos from toy insider holiday of play 2022

toy insider, holiday of play 2022, photos from toy insider holiday of play 2022

toy insider, holiday of play 2022, photos from toy insider holiday of play 2022

toy insider, holiday of play 2022, photos from toy insider holiday of play 2022

I was an immediate fan of The Loyal Subjects where I learned that they were releasing an Ozzy Osbourne action figure and the Hottest Band in The World, KISS!!!! Last year they had their Space Man on display but at this years “Holiday Of Play” they were showing off a boxed set that had a lot of the “Dynasty” vibe to it. All four members of the band were inside and yes I had to get myself one of these. Take a look.

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toy insider, holiday of play 2022, photos from toy insider holiday of play 2022

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toy insider, holiday of play 2022, photos from toy insider holiday of play 2022

They also have a line of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and were promoting a special package of action figure and comic book special edition in a boxed set. Leonardo from The Turtles was on point to showcase this and to meet with the fans that were in attendance.

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toy insider, holiday of play 2022, photos from toy insider holiday of play 2022

I’m always excited to see what Playmates Toys is releasing and they’ve got a line of “Star Trek” action figures now which combine a few different eras of the franchise. Right off the bat I am interested in that Enterprise for my own collection but as a longtime fan of their Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles line of figures I will for sure be looking into snagging a set. I was also very impressed with the newness for the Miraculous Ladybug stuff. This is a charming character and is just gaining popularity.

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toy insider, holiday of play 2022, photos from toy insider holiday of play 2022

I really loved these “Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron” from Jazwares. They are nicely built and remind me a little of the Eaglemoss Collections batch of “Star Trek” starships. Hopefully Jazwares will be adding some of the larger crafts used by the Galactic Empire since I will surely be interested in those.

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toy insider, holiday of play 2022, photos from toy insider holiday of play 2022

toy insider, holiday of play 2022, photos from toy insider holiday of play 2022

That’s going to bring me to the end of PiercingMetal’s adventure at the “Holiday Of Play” based on my only sharing the stuff that’s normally featured here on the website. As you might expect, I’ve done a few more posts over on “The Chronicles of Piercing Ken” since a majority of products were aimed at a younger demographic. You can head over to that website anytime you like and before I leave, many thanks again to the folks at the Toy Insider for having PiercingMetal and Piercing Ken on point to share some images and editorial opinion. See you next time around.

Official Links:
Toy Insider: http://www.thetoyinsider.com
Pop Insider: http://www.thepopinsider.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thetoyinsider
Bandai Namco: http://www.bandai.com
Jazwares: http://www.jazwares.com
The Loyal Subjects: http://www.theloyalsubjects.com
Playmates Toys: http://www.playmatestoys.com/us/

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Now Streaming: “Stranger Things” Season 4 Part 2 on Netflix (7/1/2022)

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With programs like “Stranger Things” being able to be binge watched in full the moment they premiere; the fans must have felt the rug pulled out from under them when they learned that they had to wait until today to see the final two chapters of Season Four. Last week I shared the Official Trailer for these two episodes and you can check that out by clicking HERE. I still haven’t dove into the series and really must get around to that when time permits but we are here at the finale for Season Four just the same. Down below you’ll find some new art and a repeat of the premise and casting.

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The Premise: It’s been six months since the Battle of Starcourt, which brought terror and destruction to Hawkins. Struggling with the aftermath, our group of friends are separated for the first time – and navigating the complexities of high school hasn’t made things any easier. In this most vulnerable time, a new and horrifying supernatural threat surfaces, presenting a gruesome mystery that, if solved, might finally put an end to the horrors of the Upside Down.
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Netflix Presents: “Stranger Things” Season 4 Part 2 Official Trailer

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The fourth season of the Netflix Original series “Stranger Things” made its premiere on the streaming service a couple of months ago and that was only Part One of the saga. The Part Two is coming up soon and the trailer for it has recently dropped. You can check that out down below along with the basic premise, casting and some new artwork.

The Premise: It’s been six months since the Battle of Starcourt, which brought terror and destruction to Hawkins. Struggling with the aftermath, our group of friends are separated for the first time – and navigating the complexities of high school hasn’t made things any easier. In this most vulnerable time, a new and horrifying supernatural threat surfaces, presenting a gruesome mystery that, if solved, might finally put an end to the horrors of the Upside Down.
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Now Streaming: “Stranger Things” Season 4 on Netflix (5/27/2022)

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Since it was only the other day that we shared the Final Trailer, you might still have “Stranger Things” on your mind and if you didn’t see said trailer just click that highlighted text before continuing on to the news that Season Four is premiering as you read this on the Netflix Streaming Service. While I have yet to watch this series, I did enjoy the trailer and its making me considering a few days of binge-watching to get caught up before the second half premieres in July. Oh yeah, this is only part one of the fourth season. As per our usual practice some of the premise and casting follows the Official Release poster. Check it out.

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The Premise: It’s been six months since the Battle of Starcourt, which brought terror and destruction to Hawkins. Struggling with the aftermath, our group of friends are separated for the first time – and navigating the complexities of high school hasn’t made things any easier. In this most vulnerable time, a new and horrifying supernatural threat surfaces, presenting a gruesome mystery that, if solved, might finally put an end to the horrors of the Upside Down.
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