# War Trench Toys 'Bertie' the World War Robot Will Out-Live Us All By Venessa Fisher | Published 2010-01-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collectible-plaything References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Bertie-The-Pipebomb/385262) & [bigshottoyworks](http://www.bigshottoyworks.com) Renowned and respected [comic book](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-diego-comiccon) and concept artist Ashley Wood has teamed up with Bigshot Toyworks to create his vision for ‘Bertie,’ the World War Robot collectible plaything. Using state-of-the-art digital modeling techniques and 20 years of toy design skills, this collaborative group was able to produce this impressive collectible plaything designed for desert combat. Bertie stands 14” tall, has 46 points of movement and includes a vast amount of accessories including guns, missals and grenades. It may not be a suitable toy for the little ones, but perfect for the war buff in your life. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Collectible Playthings:** The demand for unique collectible playthings is increasing and there is an opportunity to create innovative products that cater to niches. - **Digital Modeling Techniques:** With the advent of state-of-the-art digital modeling techniques, there is a disruptive innovation opportunity to create more intricate and realistic collectible playthings. - **Military-inspired Toys:** There is a growing trend in military-inspired toys that do not necessarily cater to children but to individuals interested in war history and combat. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Manufacturing:** The toy manufacturing industry can take advantage of technological advancements in digital modeling and 3D printing to create unique and intricate collectible playthings. - **Military Memorabilia Retail:** The military memorabilia retail industry can create innovative products that cater to war history enthusiasts, such as military-inspired collectible playthings. - **Comic Book Industry:** The comic book industry can partner with toy manufacturers to create unique and visually-stimulating collectible playthings based on their comic book characters and storylines. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cartoon Robot Art Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astro-boy-figure.md) - [Conversational Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robosen.md) - [Gamified Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g-i-joe.md) - [Wind-Up Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windupz.md) - [Engaging Musical Humanoid Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toy-robot-concept.md) - [3D-Printable Toy Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makerworld-cyberbrick.md) - [Programmable Robot Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-robots.md) - [Creepy Severed Hand Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wednesday-thing.md) - [DIY Life-Size Tanks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nd-woodworking-art.md)