Moshi Monster Mania

Each year there are certain crazes that hit school playgrounds out of nowhere, and for 2011 the unexpected runaway success has definitely been Moshi Monsters. 

For those of you who haven't heard of this phenomenon...Moshi Monsters is an online game where you can adopt and look after a little monster (there are 6 different types to choose from).  You can then accompany them around Monstro City making friends, playing games to collect "rox" (moshi currency) and buying seeds to plant to attract "moshlings" (moshi-monster pets). 

Moshi Monsters Mash-Up Trading Cards, 75p

As described in this article in The Guardian newspaper the craze that is Moshi Monsters is no longer limited to the online game.  Mind Candy have seized the moment and created toys and collectables to amuse children of all ages.  We've seen tremendous demand in the shop from boys and girls for the Mash-Up Trading Cards and Starter Packs.  Moshi Monster Clubs have also been springing up at the local schools, with kids getting involved in writing guidelines for responsible trading, to make sure even the youngest moshi fan can join in. 

Back in February we got supply of little collectable characters, called Moshlings.  These were available in blister packs and foil bags and were an overnight hit with local kids who saved up their pocket money to put towards these treats.  However, the success of this game and the associated products have taken the Toy Industry by storm...and almost as soon as we had introduced these little guys, supply dried up nationwide.  It's been a long few months for young collectors, but we are delighted to say that they are finally back and we expect to receive our first order of foil pack moshlings tomorrow (Thursday 19th).  

Moshi Monsters Moshlings Foil Pack, £1.99

Together with the Moshling Foil Packs we have also managed to source more of the Talking Moshi Monsters.  These large plush creatures each chatter away and giggle in Moshi when you squeeze their tummies, they come in the 6 different Moshi-Monster designs - Katsuma, Luvli, Zommer, Diavlo, Furi and Poppet.

Talking Moshi Monster Plush Toy, £14.99

If you have a moshi-fan in your house and haven't had a shot yet, why not give some of the puzzles and games a go with your child.  They really do teach the kids who are playing it something, and are lots of fun.  You'll also be delighted to know, that with the great range of products available, it shouldn't be too difficult to encourage them away from the computer screen to help with a chore or two to ensure that pocket money is well and truly earned!