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Toy Fair Day 1: More New Ways to Build

In recent years, there has been a clear uptick in the number of building-related toys on display at Toy Fair. Happily, that trend continues in 2015, with even more companies getting in on the action.



One of the all-new faces at Toy Fair, Toyish was showing off their new sets. Starting with a clear plastic cup and either a "racer" or "dancer" base, kids can build their own custom projects by mixing bits & pieces along with creating their own custom inserts. It's a simple but awesome idea that captures many of the "found object" toys and craft projects from years ago.



Mixing old school tech with modern aesthetics, Tegu is a Honduras-based company that was established in an effort to provide jobs and improve the local environment. This year they are debuting the Stunt Team, a group of four sets with a daredevil theme.



Alex Brands was showing off their latest Zoob and CitiBlock sets. The Zoob construction & space series were the latest in that line, offering some new options for the line. Citiblocks are a simple but effective idea, using simple wooden blocks that are precisely cut to allow for the construction of large models without the need for glue or connectors.



Pinblocks are a unique take on the typical building block system. rather than using a variety of shapes, or ensuring compatibility with LEGO sets, these are simple two-peg blocks with rounded corners, allowing builders to flex their imaginations. The idea is simple, but thanks to their small size and flexibility, thay can be used for everything from 8-bit portraits to 3D spaceships.



Best known for their aircraft and military kits, Airfix recently added a slightly different series of car models to their lineup. Similar to what Mega did with their Need for Speed series, these are brick-based cars that look like finished models when they're finished. Unlike those, however, these have full interiors and are very close to (though not precisely scaled to) 1/24 scale.



Finally, McFarlane toys had more of their Walking Dead building block sets on display. First shown at last year's Comic Con, the first series included the Governor's Room, Prison, and Daryl's Chopper (with Dale's Winnebago slated for release later on). The newest sets on display include expansions to the Prison, the Hospital door scene from the first episode, and (possibly coolest of all), a Woodbury 6x6!


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