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An '''action figure''' is a [[character]] [[figurine]]. It may be made from [[plastic]] or other materials. They are often based on characters from a [[film|movie]], [[comic book]], [[video game]], or [[television program]]. One of the most famous action figures is [[G.I. Joe]]. |
An '''action figure''' is a [[character]] [[figurine]]. It may be made from [[plastic]] or other materials. They are often based on characters from a [[film|movie]], [[comic book]], [[video game]], or [[television program]]. One of the most famous action figures is [[G.I. Joe]]. |
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Toys before the 1960's had little to no movement. The company [[Hasbro]] in 1964 came up with a new toy they called an '''action figure'''. This toy was [[G.I. Joe]] created by Stan Weston, it had the millitary look with changable clothing and accessories ready for action. Starting in the 1970's comic book superheros were made into action figures. [[Marvel]] and [[DC]] began making thier action figures to appeal to kids favorite superheros. |
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==How they are made== |
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==Types of Figures== |
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==Action Figures from the Begging to Present== |
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==Action Figures: for Girls or Boys?== |
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Revision as of 02:03, 11 November 2011
Action Figure
An action figure is a character figurine. It may be made from plastic or other materials. They are often based on characters from a movie, comic book, video game, or television program. One of the most famous action figures is G.I. Joe.
History
Toys before the 1960's had little to no movement. The company Hasbro in 1964 came up with a new toy they called an action figure. This toy was G.I. Joe created by Stan Weston, it had the millitary look with changable clothing and accessories ready for action. Starting in the 1970's comic book superheros were made into action figures. Marvel and DC began making thier action figures to appeal to kids favorite superheros.
How they are made
Types of Figures
Action Figures from the Begging to Present
Action Figures: for Girls or Boys?
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