Fire & Spice, and everything nice
Written: Apr 22 '01 (Updated Apr 22 '01)
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Pros: individual style compared to other generic looking Ty beanies, beautiful colorings
Cons: can tend to get expensive as "retired", some parents won't let kids play
The Bottom Line: A wonderful addition to any Ty beanie (or simple dragon) collection, also a great toy for any child
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| manky's Full Review: Scorch |
I've been a Ty Beanie Baby collectors for years now and have many things to say in that matter (good and bad.) However here I intend to focus on Scorch the Dragon the beanie at hand, foregoing any abstract information not pertaining directly to him!
The Basics:
"A magical mystery with glowing wings
Made by wizards and other things
Known to breathe fire with lots of smoke
Scorch is really a friendly ol' bloke!"
Scorch the Dragon is a simple, somewhat small, stuffed animal from the Ty Beanie Baby collection. Many would tell you he's not for playing with, only for keeping up high on a shelf until his valor is enough to send your young ones off to college, I beg to differ (try buying one of each, one to play, one to keep... perhaps this simple compromise will put your mind at ease!) Made of various textured materials, his skin is somewhat bumpy and lumpy, yet tie-dyed colored; his wings are a magnificent iridescent red or sorts; while other features (scales, tongue, and claws) are made of simple felt. As with any Ty animal, Scorch is very well made (stuffed partially with the well known beanie material as well as a fuzzy polyester type filling.) Enough so that even a small child could comfortably utilize him as a chew toy, best friend, or anything else they could conjure up.
Scorch was first introduced into the Ty family on September 30, 1998. His actual birthday however (as listed in his hanging heart-shaped tag) is July 31, 1998. Unfortunately for us all, Scorch went into beanie retirement on December 23 of 1999, making him now harder to find, and more expensive to boot!
Collecting vs. Playing:
If you want to save your little monster, either for display in a collection or for possible monetary gain in the long haul there are a few things you need to do to ensure prosperity: First you'll need some sort of tag protector for the hang tag (that nifty heart shaped one that has all the information inside of it.) Second he should be somewhere smoke (and other strong odors) free and in a plastic [Ziploc] bag or sealed display case. Third, don't forget to enjoy this amazing addition or find!
If you are more interested in the fun a child (or even an adult) can have with this little guy, fear not. Although you may get some side glances for doubtful collectors as they pass by, you'll definitely have loads of fun. Simply remove the hang tag (especially important with smaller children recipients) and enjoy. As an adult he's been known to make a great desk decoration (and momental toss and catch toy) for the office; a fun freezer friend (don't ask too much, it's all about soaking, and then strategic freezer placement for spouses, roommates, or other unassuming house guests); and more!
How'd I Get Here?
As I mentioned before, I'm already a Ty beanie baby collector. On the Christmas of 1998 I handed out special beanie friends to various relatives and my immediate family inparticular. Each one pertaining to an already existent animal collection, special nicknames, birth dates, or other identifying attributes. I especially wanted to get Scorch for my step-father who has long had an interest in friendly (yet not foo-fooey, note the first dragon released by Ty into the collection) dragons. He even told us stories of Rhondo the friendly dragon who lived nearby and played with us as children (fun imaginative stories that always involved us and our friends as well.
Before Christmas I couldn't find Scorch anywhere (at least not under $30.) Since he was a relatively new release, and a very popular one at that it was difficult. I continued my search into January, seeing as though my step-father's birthday is the 22nd (and he had expressed clear interest when I told him of my intended gift at Christmas.) Finally I came across a trusted dealer who would sell a pair of them (one for me, one for him) to me at $15 each. Being my limit, I agreed... only to find them later (pure fluke at a Hallmark) for only $4.98 a piece. I snatched the cheaper find, and headed back to the dealer. Lucky for me he was willing to let me trade them right back for something else I'd been looking for as well! Needless to say, my step-father was very happy with this sweet addition to his dragon collection, prominently displayed somewhere in his room (and around the house!)
Recommended:
Yes
Amount Paid (US$): 4.98
Type of Toy: Stuffed Toy
Age Range of Child: Whole Family
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