# Glow-in-the-Dark Alien Toys The San Diego Comic Con Alien Exclusive is a Jumbo-Sized Action Figure By Meghan Young | Published 2014-07-17 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-diego-comic-con-alien References: [awesometoyblog](http://awesometoyblog.com/2014/07/01/gentle-giants-jumbo-glow-in-the-dark-sdcc-exclusive-alien/) & [gentlegiantltd](http://www.gentlegiantltd.com) With one of the biggest geek events around the corner, an announcement for a San Diego Comic Con Alien action figure has been made. An exclusive toy, it is priced just under $500 and is available for pre-order for [Premium Guild](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frieza-pod-cushion) members. Although that might seem utterly ridiculous to some, not only does the toy pay homage to the vintage character, it also measures 24 inches tall. Designed by [Gentle Giant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barnyard-legend-plushies), the San Diego Comic Con Alien action figure boasts white teeth, a glow in the dark body and mechanically activated jaws. Although SDCC is happening in two weekends from July 24 to July 27, people should think about acting fast on this [limited edition design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mega-space-molly). Although great for children, it is clearly made with collectors in mind at that price. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Glow-in-the-dark Toys:** There is potential for developing a range of unique, high value toys for collectors and enthusiasts with unique features like glow-in-the-dark bodies and mechanically activated parts. - **Limited Edition Toys:** Creating limited edition toys for collectors, enthusiasts, and fans of entertainment franchises can provide unique revenue streams for manufacturers. - **Premium Collectibles:** There is a growing market for premium collectibles that cater to the interest of hardcore fans and collectors who are willing to pay premium prices for exclusive designs and features, particularly from popular entertainment franchises. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy manufacturers can capitalize on the growing market for premium toys by creating limited edition, high-value collectibles with unique features and designs. - **Entertainment Franchises:** Movie studios, television networks, and other entertainment franchises can collaborate with toy manufacturers to create exclusive, limited edition collectibles for fans and collectors. - **Online Collectibles Marketplace:** The development of an online marketplace for collectibles allows manufacturers, collectors, and enthusiasts to buy or sell high-value premium collectibles from entertainment franchises. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collectible Action Icons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-2.md) - [Collectible Pop Culture-Referencing Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-diego-comiccon.md) - [Glamorous Goth Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monster-high-skullector-elvira.md) - [Villainous Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-goblin.md) - [Miniature Japanese Superhero Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraman-figure.md) - [Chrome-Colored Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-1.md) - [Detailed Action Figure Helicopters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/assault-copter-dragonfly.md) - [Custom Face Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tron-identity-program.md) - [Superhero-Themed Retail Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcfarlane-toys-1.md)