These toys can be seen as one of two things -- a marketing ploy for popular surfing equipment specialists Maui and Sons or a toy that allows children to help rescue Polynesia from the threat of "off shore drilling, toxic waste, acid rain and ozone depletion." Either way you look at it, these toys are actually great. Their fun sculpts (following that Masters of the Universe/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle big chests and small legs mold) with great accessories. You can also get more information about the Legend of Sharkman from the Maui and Sons Web site.
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Iniki The Legend of Skarkman 1997, Everbright Toys Individual Figure According to the Web site, Iniki is, "No shrinking violet here. She's the lifeguard who runs the rescue station, a strong swimmer and skilled in the martial arts. She comes with a beach patrol hang glider, dive knife and retractable lifesaver." She's a really nice looking figure with, of all things, removable hair (I don't know why -- but if you do, please let me know). Better than the figure itself are the accessories that accompany her. The Beach Patrol Hanglider is pretty cool. She also comes with dive knife and retracting-action lifesaver.
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Maui The Legend of Skarkman 1997, Everbright Toys Individual Figure According to the Web site, Maui is, "A Board shaper, soul surfer and the island's big kahuna and tribal chief. With light-up chest and eyes, surfboard, war helmet and club, he's ready for whatever the situation dictates." I'm not sure if he is related to the Maui of myth and legend who was said to have pulled Polynesia from the ocean like a giant fish. Anyway, the figure, like Iniki, has removable hair and comes wiht a surfboard, ceremonial helmet and war club.
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The following are items I still need to complete the set. If you notice any other items that should be added, please e-mail me.
- Sharkman
- Free-wheeling Beach Patrol Vehicle (with Iniki)
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