Brand new under Character Options’ Character Building banner is Construct-a-Bugz – a collection that promises to unite boys’ love of
construction, creepy crawlies and battling
collectables into one awesome concept. It features a
range of electronic Battle Bugz made up of 13 individual pieces, built on an electronic chassis which features a ‘bump
The Construct-a-Bugz toys will have a ‘mighty’ advertising campaign behind them, including TV ads, kids press competitions and more
and retreat’ attack action. The Construct-a-Bugz are locked in a battle of good versus evil and their LED eyes glow either red or green
to indicate which side they are on. Adding to the action – and
perfect for making a bug the ultimate insect warrior – are constructable micro-figure and weapons sets called Firing Cannon Bug Riderz. Each Rider comes with a saddle, which lets boys attach them to their Bugz and manoeuvre them into battle.
All Bugz need a habitat and the collectable Construct a-Bugz Nest play- sets come not only with the platform to launch an attack, but also include additional armour and body parts to customise and upgrade the fighting bug with over a 1,000 different combinations.
RELEASE DATE December Construct-a-Bugz
launches in late December and will have a mighty launch campaign behind it. The huge marketing support will include TV advertising across all platforms, a full campaign on BinWeevils and a three month DC Thomson magazine takeover programme. Other kids press competitions and sampling will ensure retailers are supported for an early year infestation of strong sales.
BANBAO TOBEES, BB TOYS TRIQO-DECO, ARK DIY
Triqo – the construction kit supplied by ARK DIY – welcomes a new accessory into its range. Now, once kids have finished building their Triqo models, they can decorate them with Triqo-Deco. This is a brand new snap-on accessory that comes in ten different trendy colours.
42 December/January Builders can add some
extra character to that giant robot or house, bringing them to life with some colour, just the way they like it. Children can also make a
Triqo castle come to life, by decorating the walls with Triqo-Deco, or they can even make a mosaic – the opportunities are endless.
Triqo-Deco comes in big and small Triangles and Squares pieces. It retails in boxes of 30 to 75 pieces. For more information, call the number below, or contact info@ arkdiyproducts.com and check www.arkdiyproducts.com/ triqo.
+353 91 521857
Construction toy BanBao is new to the UK and aims to provide high quality building bricks and play- sets at affordable prices. There are sets to appeal to both boys and girls, from fast action racing cars, trains and pirates, to wedding chapels, flower shops and farms. ToBees are the
inhabitants of the BanBao world, and have distinctively short legs and large heads.
The Airplane set includes a pilot and a team of
ground crew ready to load the cargo. Alternatively, on the theme of cops and robbers, there is a fully uniformed policeman complete with patrol car and a rather ‘shifty’ looking thief who is trying to steal a precious diamond. Pocket money priced
ToBees key chains are also available to order. For more information call the number below, visit www.banbaoworld.com or email orders@bbtoys.co.uk 020 8731 6050