# Destructive Cartoon Hybrids Rack911 Gives Spongebob a Terminator Makeover With LEGO By Peter Vallas | Published 2011-02-24 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rack911 References: [interweb3000.blogspot](http://interweb3000.blogspot.com/2011/02/spongebob-terminator-aus-lego.html) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/8807540@N02/sets/72157625941948529/with/5450617013/) A design pair who have named themselves Rack911 have an impressive portfolio full of amazing creations they have constructed with primarily just [building blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fandomhonoring-building-block-sets). In Rack911's latest creation, they have taken the famous pop-culture kids show character [SpongeBob](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/official-spongebob-squarepants-collection) and infused him with the Terminator character from the Terminator movie series. Rack911's creation is definitely not for children but would be awesome for any [toy collector](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skullpanda-x-sanrio) to keep on their shelf. **Implications** - In today's society, many consumers seek out products through which they can encounter or experience a brief escape from daily responsibilities. Businesses that use juxtaposition or unlikely characteristics throughout their products will be perceived as humorous and entertaining. Such qualities also lead consumers to perceive such a company as highly approachable; a trait in which consumers will likely invest. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Pop-culture Mashups:** Businesses can create entertaining and humorous products by combining unlikely characters from different pop-culture sources. - **Humorous Product Design:** Businesses can incorporate unlikely characteristics in their products to make them more approachable and increase consumer investment. - **Toy Collecting as a Hobby:** The popularity of unique and creatively-designed toys, such as Rack911's SpongeBob Terminator, can increase the demand for collectible toys as a hobby. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity to create unique and creatively-designed toys that appeal to both children and adult toy collectors. - **Pop-culture Merchandise:** Businesses can collaborate with popular pop-culture franchises to create mashup merchandise that appeals to fans and collectors. - **Humorous Product Marketing:** Opportunity for businesses to market their products with humor and approachability to increase consumer investment and brand loyalty. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collectible Pop Culture-Referencing Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-diego-comiccon.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Chunky Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-925.md) - [Witty Toy-Brand Horror Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horror-poster.md) - [Show-Inspired Burger Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spongebob-menu.md) - [Vibrant Nautical-Themed Cartoon Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-king-x-spongebob-squarepants.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freizeit.md) - [Cartoon Turtle Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teljesnegyzet.md) - [Cartoon Mashup Qsr Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-tmnt.md) - [Detailed Cartoon Character Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spongebob-squarepants-x-crocs-classic-clog.md)