Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise
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Bumblebee has a lot of merchandise.
Happy Meal Toy
- Bumblebee (1985)
- Non-poseable, non-transforming figurines of Bumblebee and three of his Mini-Vehicle chums (Cliffjumper, Gears, and Brawn) comprised the very first line of Transformers Happy Meal toys, but alas, the figures did not see a full release, and were only test-marketed in St. Louis, Missouri. The two-tone figures were available in a variety of colour variations, with at least six different combinations for each of the four characters: Bumblebee is known to have been available in blue and red, red and black, green and black, blue and black, black and yellow, and black and red... yet not his traditional yellow and black!
Transformers Milk Caramel
- Bumble (1985)
- A soft rubber figurine—known in Japan as a keshigomu— of Bumblebee was released as part of the first wave of Kabaya's earliest candy toy line, Transformers Milk Caramel. Based more on his toy than his animation model, Bumblebee came packaged with chocolate-covered caramel candies, and was available in various colours, including white, blue, sky blue, yellow, green, and orange.
Transformers Choco
- Bumble (1985)
- A small solid-color, transforming snap-together model kit of Bumblebee was released as part of Kabaya's Transformers Choco line of candy toys.
Decoy
- Cybertron Hero Collection 9 (multi-pack, 1986)
- Defeat Dinosaurer Strategy Game (board game, 1986)
- Bumblebee was among the many characters rendered by Takara as part of their series of 1.5" keshigomu figurines. Like all the Autobots in the series, Bumblebee was molded in soft red rubber, and featured a number sculpted into his back that was the sum total of his Tech Specs, for use in the various games that could be played with the figurines. Bumblebee was available as part of a nine-piece box set of Autobot figures, as a playing piece in the Defeat Dinosauruer Strategy Game and later, in a peach coloration randomly packed as part of various other box sets.
- Bumblebee (1987)
- Decoy number: 26
- The Bumblebee figurine was later brought over to Hasbro markets as part of the Decoy promotion, largely identical to the Japanese release except for the fact that the number on his back was replaced with a simple "checklist" number (26, in Bumblebee's case). Like all Autobot Decoys, he was a randomly-chosen pack-in available with the carded Throttlebots, Aerialbots, Protectobots and Technobots.
Super Collection Figure
- Bumble (2001)
- Act: 3
- Accessories: Stand
- A 2-inch PVC of Bumblebee with his best human friend Spike was released in the third "Act" of Takara's Super Collection Figure series. He carries the tiny little pistol he had in the opening of "More than Meets the Eye, Part 1". The figure was available in both full color and clear plastic versions, one of each available in a standard case of twelve blindpacked figures.
- In two out of every ten cases, the color version of Bumblebee came packaged with the torso of the Act's collectible "build-a-figure" Fortress Maximus. This part could also be either full-color or clear-plastic, packed at an equal 1:1 ratio.
- In one out of every ten cases (that didn't have a Fortress Maximus part), the clear version of Bumblebee was replaced with the battle-damaged Optimus Prime "Secret Figure".
Heroes of Cybertron
- Autobot Espionage Team (2003)
- The Bumblebee and Spike figurines were later sold in the fourth wave of Hasbro's Heroes of Cybertron line, but since Hasbro didn't have the trademark on Bumblebee's name at the time, the set was simply collectively named the "Autobot Espionage Team". This version of the duo was cast in clear-blue plastic then painted over, with Bumblebee's eyes and the back of his head unpainted to attempt a light-piping gimmick.
- The pair were sold on a blister card, packaged with a character card and the right leg of the wave's collectible Fortress Maximus "build-a-figure".
MyClone
- Bumble (2003)
- Japanese ID number: MTF010
- Accessories: Yellow display stand
- Released in the second wave of the MyClone line of Transformers PVC figures, this super deformed Bumblebee comes with a hexagonal yellow display stand, which can link up with the identical stands included with other MyClone figures. His modular design allows his parts to be mixed and matched with those of any other MyClone figure.
Q-Robo Collection
- Bumble (2003)
- A super-deformed PVC of Bumblebee was released as part of theQ-Robo Collection Figure. Like all the figures in the series, it was sold blindpacked in a plastic capsule, featured articulation in the neck and shoulders, and was also available in a translucent red color scheme.
Generation 1 Figure-Collection
- Bumble (2003)
- Japanese ID number: C-4
- Accessories: Display base
- At only one inch in height, this Bumblebee "bottlecap" figurine (so named because its display base is the size of a bottlecap) was one of fourteen blindpacked figures available in Kabaya's Transformers Generation 1 Figure-Collection. The figure was rendered in a "retro" black and white color scheme, and came with a leaflet, personalized with cartoon screen captures.
History Collection
- Bumble (2004)
- Accessories: Display base
- Takara produced this PVC figurine of Bumblebee as part of their History Collection set. Despite its diminutive size, this two-piece full-color figure features articulated shoulders.
Hard Hero
- Bumblebee (mini-statue, 2004)
- Standing at seven inches tall, Hard Hero's Bumblebee cold cast porcelain mini-statue was limited to 1500 pieces and could link up with the company's previous Optimus Prime statue to form a small diorama. Notionally, he was supposed to be the "first in the Minibot series", though no more Minibot statues were produced.
- Bumblebee (metallic chrome exclusive, 2004)
- A metallic golden chrome version of Hard Hero's Bumblebee statue, in homage to the original toy's Generation 2 chrome redeco, was offered as an exclusive by Coalition Comics in December 2004, limited to only 250 pieces.
Gummy Candy
- Transformers Gummy Candy (2006)
- Large gummy candies resembling his Classics toy packaged in a blister bubble.
Titanium Series
- Bumblebee (Robot Master, 2006)
- Accessories: Gun, display stand
- Titanium Series Bumblebee is a small, 3-inch mostly-die-cast-metal statue of the little guy in a design that's surprisingly close to the original toy, with two wheels on each arm, a plate behind his head and sculpted details on his legs that are also based on the original toy. The only part where the cartoon model is given a preference is the head, including the face.
- Titanium Bumblebee has joints at the waist, neck and shoulders, plus a removable pistol. He even comes with a little Autobot-sigil display base.
- This sculpt would've been used to make Cliffjumper, but the Titanium line was canceled before that figure could be released.
"What?"
- Optimus Prime & Bumblebee (2-pack, 2007)
- Accessories: Gun, display stand
- A Toys 'R' Us exclusive two-pack, this set features "Supermetal Finish" (read: shiny) versions of the "Robot Master" Titaniums Optimus Prime and Bumblebee.
Palisades
- Bumblebee (mini-statue, 2006)
- Initially intended to be an exclusive for BotCon 2005, Palisades Toys' 4" Bumblebee mini-statue fell victim to a scheduling conflict and was instead released exclusively by NonStop Toys in 2006. One of the last four statues to come out of the Palisades Transformers range, Bumblebee was limited to 1000 pieces.
Diamond Select
- Bumblebee (statue, 2007)
- This six-inch tall mini-bust of Bumblebee was sculpted by Art Asylum and limited to 1000 pieces.
- Bumblebee Roto-Bank (money bank, 2009)
- Art Asylum also produced a Bumblebee money bank, equipped with poseable, rotating arms and head.
Robot Heroes
- Bumblebee & Soundwave (2007)
- Robot Heroes Bumblebee is another piece of absolute adorableness. A soft-plastic figurine that combines the cartoon and toy elements of the original Bumblebee with a "super-deformed" style, he is jointed at the neck and shoulders. He came in a two-pack with Soundwave.
- This mold was also used to make Robot Heroes Cliffjumper, of course.
Transformers (2007)
- Slumblebee (2007)
- Slumblebee is, as his name suggests, a plush Bumblebee toy based on his original Generation 1 form. Obviously he has no problems with articulation and passes the drop test with flying colors. You can transform him into his car mode (which is totally not a Beetle, as far as Volkswagen can prove) by turning him inside out. Truly he is a new zenith of cuteness.
3D Battle-Card Game
- Classic Bumblebee (2007)
- A 22-point character in the 3D Battle-Card Game's "Energon Wars" expansion, "Classic" Bumblebee "transforms" into a yellow sports coupe, based on his Classics design. He uses the same parts layout as Side Swipe and Blackjack.
Boss Coffee
- Bumble (2008)
- A non-transforming PVC figure of Bumblebee was released as part of a promotion by Boss Coffee. The small figure was randomly included with single cans of the company's "Rainbow Mountain Blend" coffee, contained in a plastic capsule affixed to the top of can which then became a display base for the figurine once removed. Bumblebee features articulation at the shoulders and waist, and came with a small catalog leaflet that could be folded up and attached to the lid/base to form a diorama background for added display value.
Attacktix
- Bumblebee (Booster, 200?)
- Attacktix ID number: TF06
- Part of the second-series Transformers Attacktix Boosters, Bumblebee is a "Rare" 10-point "Specialist" that fires a standard missile. His Special Power, "Infiltrate" allows Bumblebee, after being defeated and turning up white, to be placed anywhere on the opponents starting line. He also has an always-active power that lets him take a free turn if he defeats another "Specialist"-ranked piece with a higher point value than his own. Holy schneikies, he's a monster on the board.
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Universe (2008)
- Bumblebee Super Soaker (2009)
- The Bumblebee Super Soaker is a yellow and black redeco of Hasbro's earlier "Sneak Attack 4-Way" water gun. The gun has several nozzle settings that allow it to fire a stream or fan of water straight forward, or streams in four other directions to surprise people and "soak 'em sideways".
Mighty Muggs
- Bumblebee (2009)
- Mighty Muggs Bumblebee is a super-deformed, non-transformable PVC figure with swiveling arms and head. His mold is different from the standard template used by most Transformers Muggs, as it is extra short and has Bumblebee's trademark "horns". On the other hand, he doesn't come with any weapons.
- Bumblebee (2018)
- ID number: 03
- Heavily influenced by his evergreen design, this Bumblebee Mugg is part of the line's relaunch in 2018. This new mold features sculpted wings, and a unique helmet that changes Bee's expression when pressed. He has three different faces: smug, surprised, and silly.
Transformers Wacky Wobblers
- Bumblebee (2009)
- This Bumblebee bobblehead is part of the popular Wacky Wobblers line produced by Funko. Aside from the standard-issue big wobbling head, he also features arms that swivel at the shoulders. Bumblebee is affixed to a base with his name on it.
Thrilling 30
- Bumblebee (Collectible Figurine, 2014)
- Series / Number: 2 / #16
- Accessories: Collector's base
- A super-deformed Bumblebee was released among the blindpacked Thrilling 30 Collectible Figurines by Goldie Marketing. He comes with a base to help him stand, a collector's card that doubles as a puzzle piece, and a checklist.
- Collectible Figurines (5-pack, 2014)
- Series: 2
- Accessories: 5 collector's bases
- The same Bumblebee figurine was also available in a 5-pack alongside Shockwave, Ultra Magnus, Grimlock and Rodimus.
Tiny Titans
- Bumblebee (Tiny Titans, 2015)
- Series: 2
- Number: 11/12
- Part of the second assortment of Tiny Titans blindpacks, this version of Bumblebee is a very small, soft-plastic figure of him in robot mode... cast in gray plastic with copious amounts of golden-yellow paint on him, more than most Tiny Titans get.
- He includes a collectible card that renders him in the 2015 Robots in Disguise styling. The card includes a scan-badge for the Robots in Disguise mobile game, which unlocks a random amount of Energon "currency" and a randomized bonus power-up item.
- This wave saw fairly minimal release at "big box" retailers, but unlike other waves, was not picked up by drug stores and the like later, making them particularly hard to find.
Hikari Mark Sofubi
- Bumble (Metallic Version) (2015)
- Released in Japan by Funko, Hikari Mark Sofubi Bumblebee is a 6.6 inch/17 cm tall super deformed figure based on his appearance in the cartoon. This first version is coated in metallic paint.
- Bumble (Clear Glitter Version) (2015)
- A redeco of the Sofubi Bumblebee mold in transparent plastics with glitter in.
Mecha Nations
- Bumblebee (2015)
- ID Number: MN07
- Accessories: Alternate hands, gun, battle-damaged armor (left arm, chest, right foot, face).
- Created by Kids Logic, this super deformed Bumblebee, with G1 "Beetle"-style appearance, stands 6" tall and is articulated, featuring a shiny metallic color scheme, replacement hands, LED light up eyes, weapon and Autobot insignias on his chest. He also includes alternate parts for his chest, right foot and a mangled left arm for that movie-inspired battle-damaged look. Bumblebee's deco, with more black than traditionally found on G1 Bumblebee, and included weapon also appear to draw from his live-action counterpart.
Metal Earth
- Bumblebee (2015)
- ID number: MMS301
- Metal Earth Bumblebee is a DIY 3D Metal Model kit. The kit's difficulty rating is given as "expert".
- Gold Bumblebee (2015?)
- ID number: MMS301G
- Metal Earth Gold Bumblebee is a redeco of the kit above. He most likely represents Goldbug, though he is not named as such.
- Bumblebee (Legends, 2019)
- ID number: MEM052
- Metal Earth Legends Bumblebee is a DIY 3D steel model kit in the shape of a super deformed version of the evergreen Bumblebee design. The kit's difficulty rating is given as "moderate".
Block Wars
- Bumblebee (2016)
- Number: 2
- Part of Kabaya's Transformers Block Wars candy toy line, this Bumblebee kit is based on his Cyber Series Commander toy. Molded entirely in yellow plastic with detailing from stickers, he transforms into a super car when finished and is armed with a large sword with interchangeable handles. He can also be taken apart and combined with Block Wars Optimus Prime, Megatron and Starscream in various configurations, the ones involving Bumblebee shown on the packaging being:
- Giving Bumblebee Megatron's arms and Starscream's wings and arming him with Optimus Prime's spear.
- Attaching Starscream's wings and Megatron's cannon to Bumblebee's vehicle mode, making him a flying death car.
- Having Starscream wield Bumblebee's sword and use his car roof as a shield.
- Combining all four into an unnamed combiner, with Bumblebee forming the arms.
Transformers Figure Collection
- Bumble (01-2016)
- Standing 42mm tall, Transformers Figure Collection Bumble is a non-poseable soft-rubber figure greatly based on a Decoy figure.
The Loyal Subjects
Flame Toys
Furai Model
- Bumblebee (May 2019)
- Number: 04
- Accessories: Gun, Heli-pack, Hammer
- Bumblebee is released as part of the Furai Model line of articulated Gunpla-based model kits from Flame Toys. Bumblebee also comes with a gun, a heli-pack inspired by his Action Master toy, and a hammer based on his live-action film counterpart's weapon seen in The Last Knight. Using parts made of hard ABS plastic and some polycaps, Bumblebee is approximately Deluxe-sized in height.
- Though not meant to be fully clipped together, Bumblebee's torso, feet, and wheel parts can be rearranged into a Volkswagen Beetle-like alt mode.[1]
- Bumblebee (Red ver.) (20??)
My Busy Books
- Transformers: My Busy Book (2017)
- Available with the huge book consists of a integrated 10-page board book and a box filled with 12 figurines & a playmat consists of a destructed city & Cybertron, this Bumblebee is a pair of small, PVC non-transforming figurines consists of his robot mode (in his evergreen design) and his yellow car alternate mode that is inspired by his live-action film counterpart's Camaro Concept vehicle. Like most of the land-based vehicle figurines, his wheels does not roll.
- In terms of quality control, the figurines' paint applications can be...well, a wee bit but not almost entirely shoddy (notably the wheels, as seen in the photo on the right). If you're a collector who prefers to display them, you should resign yourself from buying it or try to customize the figures with better paint applications if you have the skills.
Hauck
- Bumblebee Go Kart (2017)
- Manufactured by Hauck toys, the Bumblebee go-kart is a small, pedal-operated vehicle for kids aged 4-8 years old. Cast in the image of Bumblebee (even featuring his head sculpted on the front), the kart features an adjustable seat as well as a brake.
Fidget Its
- Bumblebee (2017)
- Arriving a little late to the fidget toy craze, Fidget Its Bumblebee is a cube-shaped Bumblebee with rubber horns and (non-poseable) feet. He has five features to fidget with: button eyes, a larger and clickier button, a slidable "arm", a clicky dial, and a pressable rolling metal ball on his back.
Playskool Friends
- Transformers Collector Pack (Canceled)
- Intended to be released as part of the 7-pack for the Playskool Friends lineup, this Bumblebee is a very adorable non-transforming figurine. He comes packed with Optimus Prime, Arcee, and 4 Rescue Bots: Heatwave, Chase, Boulder and Blades.
- Given the inclusion of the four Rescue Bots, it was probably unclear if this Bumblebee is mean to represent his Generation 1 counterpart or his Aligned counterpart.
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Uglydolls
- Ice-Bat as Bumblebee (2018)
- A collaboration with Uglydolls for the 2018 San Diego Comic-Con, the character Ice-Bat is dressed as Bumblebee. He is a limited run exclusive plush, along with Ox as Optimus Prime.
McDonald's
- Bumblebee (Happy Meal Toy, 2018)
- Released as part of the McDonald's June 2018 Happy Meal Toys along with My Little Pony, McDonald's Bumblebee is a super deformed, non-poseable toy, except at the right arm, which is a little missile launcher. It's pretty big. That's it.
- The toy was available in South Korea, Italy, Russia, and Malaysia. This toy was rereleased in the US as Bumblebee for the Bumblebee promotion.
- Bumblebee Racer (Happy Meal Toy, 2018)
- Part of the same Happy Meal collection as the toy above, this toy represents Bumblebee in his car mode with a pull-back motor. It was also rereleased as Bumblebee Racer for the Bumblebee promotion.
Transformers Trading Card Game
- Bumblebee, Brave Warrior (2018)
- Wave 1S: Starter Set
- Rarity: RT
- Card Number: T01/T04
- Stars: 6
- Bumblebee, Brave Warrior is one of four double-sided character cards available in the Transformers Trading Card Game Starter Set.
- The artwork for the card is reused from the Transformers Legends mobile game, and is based on the Legacy of Bumblebee redeco of the Classics Bumblebee toy.
- Bumblebee, Courageous Scout (2018)
- Wave 1
- Rarity: CT
- Card Number: T08/T40
- Stars: 9
- Bumblebee, Courageous Scout is one of forty double-sided character cards available in Wave 1 of the Transformers Trading Card Game.
- The artwork for the card reuses different artwork from the Transformers Legends mobile game, and is based on the Legacy of Bumblebee redeco of the Classics Bumblebee toy.
- Bumblebee, Legendary Warrior (2018)
- Wave 1
- Rarity: SRT
- Card Number: T09/T40
- Stars: 10
- Bumblebee, Legendary Warrior is one of forty double-sided character cards available in Wave 1 of the Transformers Trading Card Game.
- The artwork for the card reuses more artwork from the Transformers Legends mobile game, and is based on the Legacy of Bumblebee redeco of the Classics Bumblebee toy.
- Bumblebee, Trusted Lieutenant (2019)
- Wave 2: Rise of the Combiners
- Rarity: CT
- Card Number: T14/T46
- Stars: 10
- Bumblebee, Trusted Lieutenant is one of forty-six character cards released in Wave 2 of the Transformers Trading Card Game, Rise of the Combiners.
- The artwork for the card features another set of reused artwork from the Transformers Legends mobile game, and is once again based on the Legacy of Bumblebee redeco of the Classics Bumblebee toy.
- Bumblebee, Least Likely, Most Dangerous (2019)
- Wave 2S: Bumblebee vs. Megatron Starter Set
- Rarity: RT
- Card Number: T01/T04
- Stars: 7
- Bumblebee, Least Likely, Most Dangerous was released as part of the Transformers Trading Card Game's Bumblebee vs. Megatron Starter Set. The card was packaged alongside Megatron, Cybertronian Tyrant, Starscream, Decepticon Lieutenant, Windblade, Defender of Truth, and a 40 card ready-to-play deck of Battle Cards.
- The line-art for the card was done by Dan Khanna, and like the other Bumblebee cards in the Transformers TCG is based on the Legacy of Bumblebee Classics Bumblebee toy.
- Bumblebee, Trusted Lieutenant (2019)
- Wave 2P
- Rarity: CT
- Card Number: P5/2019
- Stars: 10
- A reprint of Bumblebee, Trusted Lieutenant was made available as an in-store play promo card for the release of Wave 3: War for Cybertron: Seige I. The card is identical to the original release, printed with gold-foil on the Robot Mode side.
- Bumblebee, Legendary Warrior (2019)
- Wave 1: Energon Edition
- Rarity: SRT
- Card Number: T01/T06
- Stars: 10
- Released as part of the TCG's Wave 1: Energon Edition, this card is a reprint of Wave 1's Bumblebee, Legendary Warrior. Printed on semi-transparent plastic instead of a normal Character Card, this version features new art by Ken Christiansen
ReAction
- Bumblebee (2020)
- Accessories: Blaster pistol
- Released in the first wave of Super7's line of multi-property 3.75-inch action figures, ReAction Bumblebee is a non-converting action figure with 5 points of articulation and is based on his appearance in the original cartoon. He comes with a small blaster which can only be held in his right hand. As with all releases in the ReAction toyline, Bumblebee comes packaged in a small cardback that emulates the nostalgic packaging style of Kenner Star Wars action figures of the late 1970's.
Jada Toys
Metalfigs
- Bumblebee (4" Die Cast Figure, 2020)
- Accessories: Big blaster, small blaster
- Metalfigs Bumblebee is a 4 inches tall non-transforming super deformed die-cast figure with three points of articulation and light-up eyes. His design blends elements from both his original toy and cartoon appearance.
- He comes with two different blasters as accessories.
- Diorama Scene (2 3/4" Die Cast Figure 4-pack, 2020)
- Accessories: Display backdrop
- A static die-cast figurine of Bumblebee measuring approximately 2 3/4 inches tall is available as part of a "Diorama Scene" 4-pack alongside Optimus Prime, Starscream and Megatron.
- The packaging backdrop can be used as an additional display piece for the set.
Nano Hollywood Rides
- Starscream / Bumblebee / Optimus Prime (1.65" Die Cast Vehicle 3-pack, 2020)
- Nano Hollywood Rides Bumblebee is a small non-transforming die-cast licensed Volkswagen Beetle measuring approximately 1.65 inches long. He was released in a 3-pack alongside Starscream and Optimus Prime. Unfortunately, he doesn't feature a sculpted robot mode underneath like most other Jada vehicles do.
D'elicce
- Transformers Easter egg (2020)
- In 2020, Brazilian chocolate manufacturer D'elicce released a Transformers-themed Easter egg exclusive to Lojas Americanas (a popular Brazilian chain store) that came inside a relatively large hard plastic handbag based on Bumblebee's evergreen head design. Also available were smaller chocolate eggs that included random stickers of characters and insignias.
- Transformers Easter egg (2021)
- In 2021, D'elicce released another Transformers-themed Easter egg exclusive to Lojas Americanas, this time including a popcorn bucket of cutesy proportions based on either Optimus Prime or Bumblebee. Smaller chocolate eggs, this time including temporary tattoos for children, were also available as well.
Generations
R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design]
- Bumblebee (2021)
- Accessories: 2 blasters, alternate hands, 2 blast effects, energon cube
- Released as part of the third wave of Transformers R.E.D. toys, Bumblebee is a non-transforming 6-inch action figure akin to the ones from the Marvel Legends and Star Wars' The Black Series line.
- His robot mode is based on concept art by Ken Christiansen, which had earlier influenced Bumblebee's look in the 2019 IDW comic series and the War for Cybertron Trilogy animated series.
Pop!
- Bumblebee (2021)
- ID number: 23
- Released as part of the Pop! Retro Toys segment, Funko's Pop! Bumblebee is a super deformed vinyl figure based on his original Generation 1 toy, although with a more cartoon-accurate face and carrying a small blaster on his right hand.
- Bumblebee (2021)
- ID number: 28
- Exclusive to Target, this version of Bumblebee is instead based on his Classics toy, complete with the Wave Crusher attached to his back.
- Bumblebee (Pocket Pop! Keychain, 2021)
- A smaller version of the G1-toy Pop! Bumblebee with a keychain attached to his head.
Prime 1 Studio
Cutie1
- Bumblebee (2022)
- ID Number: No:057
- Accessories: Stand
- Prime 1 Studio's Cutie1 Bumblebee is a lovable (if not somewhat scary looking) soft vinyl figure stylized as a button-eyed doll with chibi proportions.
- Bumblebee (Keychain, 2021)
- Accessories: Stand, chain
- Part of a marketing push following the announcement of the figure above, an acrylic keychain of Cutie1 Bumblebee was released, along with other products such as stickers, T-shirts, hand towels and totebags using its design. The keychain comes with a small stand so that you can display it when not carrying it around with your keys.
