>>11377268>Outside of Japan pokemon toys are not popular at all. And guess what, Japan isn't getting these sets.That’s a huge misstep in your argument, my dude. Japan is where Pokémon started, yes, but it’s also HUGE in the US and many other parts of the world. You act like Pokémon isn’t a global phenomenon. The global reach of this IP is undeniable, and it’s absurd to claim otherwise. It's like saying Star Wars isn’t popular outside of the US just because it didn’t start there.
>They aren't play sets you utter mong. They're dust collectors.You clearly haven’t looked into what’s going on with LEGO lately. The Icons LotR sets are not just "dust collectors." They’re intricate, adult-oriented models that sell out fast because LEGO knows their audience. People don’t just buy them to put them on a shelf—they're for display AND play. Don’t just throw out buzzwords like “dust collectors” to sound edgy without understanding the appeal.
>Yes, exactly. That’s precisely what is happening to those themes.Lmao, what? Super Mario and Animal Crossing were never going to last as long as other themes, but they still have massive appeal and yet, we do know AC is continuing next year and Super Mario too, SM already is 5 years old, it won't stop. Why? Because Mario is a household name, and Animal Crossing exploded during the pandemic. You can’t seriously claim these themes aren’t popular because of your personal opinion. People buy them, collect them, and love them.
