# Angry Crab Collectibles Monka Toys' Crabby Figure Has Moveable Magnetic Eyes By Riley von Niessen | Published 2021-03-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crabby References: [thetoychronicle](https://www.thetoychronicle.com/news/monka-toys-crabby/) Monka Toys, a [vinyl collectible company](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-top) that's located in Thailand, has announced the release of a new figure that will be part of a species-dedicated series, called Crabby. The company previously released its DODO figure, which received a number of [color updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topps-chrome-labubu) and was quickly picked up by collectors with a love for brightly decorated and cartoonish vinyl toys. The Crabby figure maintains the same simplified design, allowing its angry expression to really take over. The toy even features magnets in the large rounded eyes, allowing [collectors to adjust its expression](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smashers-horror-house) by moving the half-moon pupils around. This allows Crabby to shift between happy, sad, annoyed, and angry expressions. Crabby is available in limited quantities in orange and green variations. Image Credit: Monka Toys ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vinyl Collectibles with Magnetic Features:** The use of magnets in vinyl collectibles to create interactive features presents an opportunity for innovation and increased engagement with consumers. - **Species-dedicated Collectible Series:** Creating collectible items that are part of a specific species-dedicated series could attract a dedicated following and enhance brand loyalty. - **Simplified Design for Collectibles:** Emphasizing a simple yet unique design for vinyl collectibles can make them stand out from competitors and generate interest from collectors. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Manufacturing:** Embracing new trends in vinyl toys and collectibles could create opportunities for toy manufacturers to reach new audiences and increase sales. - **Creative Design:** Designers could explore new ways to incorporate magnetic features into their creations for toys, games, and other collectible items, adding interactivity and enhancing the consumer experience. - **Online Retail:** Selling limited edition vinyl collectibles online through popular marketplaces and e-commerce platforms could attract a niche market and generate high demand for unique products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Designer Pop Culture Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kkplus.md) - [Aquatic Beverage Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crab-inspired-coasters.md) - [Collectible Sensory Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moj-moj.md) - [Mutating YouTuber Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mrbeast-lab.md) - [Customizable Vinyl Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makeship.md) - [NFT-Inspired Vinyl Toy Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superbored-vinyl-art-toys.md) - [Fashion-Focused Novelty Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kimmon-collectibles.md) - [Miniature Horror Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-mart-chucky.md) - [Plush Monster Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/labubu.md)