[Greenskar]

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Originally Posted by omega145

I dont know if I agree with this entirely. I see pegs and pegs full of Captain America, Iron Man 2, Spiderman, Marvel Universe (all Iron Man), green lantern, and Thor so its not like its just the Thor figures that arent selling and because its related to the movie. I think it more has to do with an oversaturation of figures along with the poor quality and low demand of some of them.

Inventory backlog is what is most likely being seen on pegs for Iron Man 2 and other lines that have been out for a while.

I know that to be one of the factors contributing to seeing so many old MU waves in the Targets, TRU's and Walmarts here in San Diego from my inquiries.

I don't believe these to be indications of poor sales.

That fact that Iron Man figures remain on pegs a full year and a half after their release suggests very good sales I would think. I doubt you will see Thor figures on pegs for much longer past the DVD release. Cap looks to make a longer run on pegs just because I believe he actually does sell well.

I see quite a bit of kids with parents looking for cap figures to buy with parents saying the following, "you don't have this Captain America yet." That to me suggests it has enough appeal to stand alone for a while.

Thor just doesn't have that same appeal to kids, whether fantasy is "IN" or not. They relate to characters who's speech they can understand.

Kids just don't get it and some adults don't either. (disclaimer: I like the manner in which Thor speaks, and shall smite thee who disapproves!)

Captain America = Cool, a army guy!

Spider Man = Cool, a small dude who beats up big dudes!

Wolverine = Cool, Claws!

Green Lantern = Cool, accessories!

Thor = A bully who is trying to learn how to not be a bully (based on the movie). When last I checked, kids don't like bullies. But they like lightning. Lightning's cool.

FYI- the above is based off of conversations I've had with my 6 yr old nephew and how he views these characters.