# Retro Cyborg Figurines The NECA Terminator Head Knocker is Fearsome and Fun By Angela Rajic | Published 2014-01-17 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neca-terminator References: [mightymega](http://mightymega.com/2014/01/13/neca-terminator-endoskeleton-head-knocker/) This NECA Terminator endoskeleton bobble head is a frightening and fun collectible toy. This eight-inch figurine is modeled after the T-800 robot played by Arnold Schwarzenegger in a series of films of the same name. The frightening-looking robots are dangerous and hell-bent on destroying all human life, except for the T-800 which gets reprogrammed in the second film, Terminator 2: Judgement Day, into a protector for the main characters. This NECA Terminator endoskeleton bobble head is cast in resin and hand-painted for production. There is an immense amount of detail visible on the figurine, from all of the gears, metal and mechanics in the [Robot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toy-robot-concept) to the glowing red eyes and the very large gun it holds in its arms for fights. This bobble head will add unique fair to any desk or cubicle. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Collectibles:** Opportunity to create more collectibles based on iconic movies and pop culture characters for fans and collectors. - **Bobble Heads:** Innovative designs and variations of bobble heads with intricate detailing to create unique and visually appealing products. - **Figurine Customization:** Offering customizable options for figurines to appeal to a wider range of consumers and provide a more personalized product experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Collectibles Industry:** Opportunity to expand product offerings and reach a wider audience through the creation of unique collectibles based on iconic movies and pop culture characters. - **Toy Industry:** Innovation in the design and production of figurines and bobble heads with intricate detailing to create visually appealing and high-quality products. - **Customization and Personalization Industry:** The introduction of customization options for figurines allows for a more personalized product experience and the opportunity to tap into the growing demand for customized products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plastic Sci-Fi Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artfx-boba-fett.md) - [Collectible Pop Culture-Referencing Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-diego-comiccon.md) - [Spooky Life-Size Animatronics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beetlejuice-character.md) - [Miniature Horror Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-mart-chucky.md) - [Pop Culture Vinyl Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berbrick-vecna.md) - [Auto-Transforming Toy Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grimlock.md) - [Horror Film-Inspired Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scream-vi.md) - [Creepy Severed Hand Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wednesday-thing.md) - [Conversational Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robosen.md)