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Title: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Neon Sparkle on February 03, 2015, 02:46:41 PM
Quite a bit of EQG, POP, and a bunch of pegwarming Applejacks, lol

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Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Aquatic Neon on February 03, 2015, 02:47:58 PM
Quite a bit of EQG, POP, and a bunch of pegwarming Applejacks, lol

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No wonder hasbro never makes her.. fine by me though they need to stop bundling mane 6 with everything.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Miniature Sheep on February 03, 2015, 02:56:17 PM
That is eerie, like a bunch of post-apocalyptic ponies! XD
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Aadra310 on February 03, 2015, 03:09:32 PM
That's what my Wal-Mart looks like!  Do kids not like Apple Jack?  What's the deal?  I'm not a FiM fan but AJack is my favorite.  Parent's don't buy her because she's orange?  I DON'T GET IT! 
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Elfpony on February 03, 2015, 04:40:06 PM
Poor AJ.

Elf
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Aquatic Neon on February 03, 2015, 04:47:03 PM
Poor AJ.

Elf

Hasbro translates this message: Oh no one wants G1 ponies, okay no more G1 to G4 ponies....
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Majesty on February 03, 2015, 04:58:37 PM
That's pretty much what I see, lots of bare spaces and the same stuff all the time, but I see it everywhere except Walmart has through the mirror too.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: DazzleKitty on February 03, 2015, 05:10:40 PM
I think the lack of popularity with AJ is orange isn't a very popular color. I hate the color orange. But I love her so much from the show that I must have AJ merchandise.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: prancingstag on February 03, 2015, 05:12:27 PM
Bad for you... I wish our country got the tinsel wave 2 or the crystal motions wave 2 at all!!! :P
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Rainbowrific Renia on February 03, 2015, 05:24:15 PM
I think the lack of popularity with AJ is orange isn't a very popular color. I hate the color orange. But I love her so much from the show that I must have AJ merchandise.

Same.  I love all colors but orange is the exception.  But I also love AJ, so any time I see merch of her, I pick it up.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: invaderhorizongreen on February 03, 2015, 05:38:05 PM
Reminds me of the spot for ponies at my work place, it is rather bare at this time.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: kestral_kitsune on February 03, 2015, 06:03:17 PM
I've asked a kid and to her Applejack looks too much like a normal horse colors according to that one.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Sunset on February 03, 2015, 06:24:59 PM
My Target looks just like that in terms of having loads of extra AJs.  I agree that it's her color.  Orange was always my least favorite.  I only get her now because I like her G4 persona.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Snapdragon on February 03, 2015, 06:30:37 PM
While shopping for blind bags, I came to the realization - EqGirls is FLOODING the shelves! :yikes: I need more regular brushables, Hasbro!
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Shimmer Mist on February 03, 2015, 06:40:58 PM
Looks about like the walmart in my area. x-x SO much EQG and POP! The Crystal Empire Princess Twilight/Pinkie fashion styles are shelfwarming, too. They've even got 'em in "clearance". Thankfully the Target in my area has actually bothered to put out new stuff before trying to sell out of the old completely.

Also, am I the only one here that loves the color orange? ^^;
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: zombienixon on February 03, 2015, 06:53:36 PM
Wasn't Applejack a popular G1?  I wonder why kids don't want her, she's just as cute as the rest of the mane six. Well, her doll releases have been kind of lacking, but the EqG collection one is one of my favorites (SHE ACTUALLY HAS HER HAT).

Honestly, everytime I see a bunch of leftover AJs, I kinda want to buy one of them.  I guess she's one character that older fans like more than children. I know that the Funko AJ was gone fast, about as fast as Celestia.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: shabbychicdee on February 03, 2015, 06:55:26 PM
wow there's some old stock next to pop ponies :(
poor aj we have that problem here but with rainbow dash, if and when we get new stock in stores here its picked through until only dashy is left  :lookround:
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Shimmer Mist on February 03, 2015, 07:05:28 PM
Wasn't Applejack a popular G1?  I wonder why kids don't want her, she's just as cute as the rest of the mane six. Well, her doll releases have been kind of lacking, but the EqG collection one is one of my favorites (SHE ACTUALLY HAS HER HAT).

Honestly, everytime I see a bunch of leftover AJs, I kinda want to buy one of them.  I guess she's one character that older fans like more than children. I know that the Funko AJ was gone fast, about as fast as Celestia.

Celestia went quick?! I'm shocked it wasn't Luna... I haven't kept up with Funko vinyls in such a long time. ^^; I'm missing so many of 'em.  I only got Big Mac recently because a friend told me they had him at Barnes and Noble of all places.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Sunset on February 03, 2015, 07:17:07 PM
Wasn't Applejack a popular G1?  I wonder why kids don't want her, she's just as cute as the rest of the mane six. Well, her doll releases have been kind of lacking, but the EqG collection one is one of my favorites (SHE ACTUALLY HAS HER HAT).

Honestly, everytime I see a bunch of leftover AJs, I kinda want to buy one of them.  I guess she's one character that older fans like more than children. I know that the Funko AJ was gone fast, about as fast as Celestia.

I wouldn't say she was particularly popular in G1.  I didn't regret not having her when I was a child.  There were many more ponies that were far more popular than AJ.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: ladybastilla on February 03, 2015, 07:19:01 PM
I love Applejack! I'm worried that when I go out (I just got into FiM recently) looking for stuff I won't be able to find her.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: zombienixon on February 03, 2015, 08:40:30 PM
Wasn't Applejack a popular G1?  I wonder why kids don't want her, she's just as cute as the rest of the mane six. Well, her doll releases have been kind of lacking, but the EqG collection one is one of my favorites (SHE ACTUALLY HAS HER HAT).

Honestly, everytime I see a bunch of leftover AJs, I kinda want to buy one of them.  I guess she's one character that older fans like more than children. I know that the Funko AJ was gone fast, about as fast as Celestia.

I wouldn't say she was particularly popular in G1.  I didn't regret not having her when I was a child.  There were many more ponies that were far more popular than AJ.

I'm new to collecting, so I just assumed since I see her for sale fairly often. It's too bad, G1 AJ is adorable. Kids just have no taste.  :lol:
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Lucky_Ladybug on February 03, 2015, 09:00:34 PM
Looks about like the walmart in my area. x-x SO much EQG and POP! The Crystal Empire Princess Twilight/Pinkie fashion styles are shelfwarming, too. They've even got 'em in "clearance". Thankfully the Target in my area has actually bothered to put out new stuff before trying to sell out of the old completely.

Also, am I the only one here that loves the color orange? ^^;

Orange is fine with me. :) And Applejack. **cuddles Funrise and Build-a-Bear Applejack plushies.**
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Rainbowrific Renia on February 03, 2015, 09:03:58 PM
Wasn't Applejack a popular G1?  I wonder why kids don't want her, she's just as cute as the rest of the mane six. Well, her doll releases have been kind of lacking, but the EqG collection one is one of my favorites (SHE ACTUALLY HAS HER HAT).

Honestly, everytime I see a bunch of leftover AJs, I kinda want to buy one of them.  I guess she's one character that older fans like more than children. I know that the Funko AJ was gone fast, about as fast as Celestia.

Celestia went quick?! I'm shocked it wasn't Luna... I haven't kept up with Funko vinyls in such a long time. ^^; I'm missing so many of 'em.  I only got Big Mac recently because a friend told me they had him at Barnes and Noble of all places.

Both Luna and Celestia went fairly quickly.  The releases for them were so screwed up, though...it's hard to say who was more popular between the two.

I found a glitter Big Mac at Barnes & Noble, I was shocked! I already had him though, so I sold it to a friend but it was still neat to find a glitter pony outside of Hot Topic. Soon enough the other Funko ponies will be available in more places. :)

Back on topic, I have to agree that AJ looks too much like a real horse, so I can imagine that kids would overlook her. As I said before though, I love her even if she's my least favorite color!
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: LadyMoondancer on February 03, 2015, 09:06:52 PM
Applejack was a really popular G1.  I think most of my school friends either had her or wanted her.

Maybe it has to do with her personality in FIM.  Being "the mature, hard-working, responsible one" is maybe not so glamorous to little kids compared with "super awesome at magic" or "has a ton of pets".
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Itcheeee on February 03, 2015, 09:24:55 PM
That's what my Wal-Mart looks like!  Do kids not like Apple Jack?  What's the deal?  I'm not a FiM fan but AJack is my favorite.  Parent's don't buy her because she's orange?  I DON'T GET IT!
I find it amusing because I've been seriously collecting AJ for nearly a year now seeking out every item I can find (especially non-US items :P ) and seek them out in stores aswell, and only see one or two AJ items 'remaining'.
I think parents reconize RD, Pinkie, and Twilight and buy Rarity for the fact she is a 'white unicorn w/ long eyelashes' -_-; I've seen kids pick up Fluttershy items, but parents never seem to grab the sweetest pony. :<
I don't think the rainbow hair AJ's sold very well in particually due to the green-in-blonde-hair factor :P
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Karma on February 03, 2015, 09:32:54 PM
We're ignoring the obvious, it's because she doesn't have her hat! If she had her proper accessories, darling, she'd be flying off the shelves!  ;)
Seriously though, she never seems to be like AJ to be. She's always too feminine, not rough and tumble like the (g4) AJ I know.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Salli on February 03, 2015, 09:44:07 PM
I wonder if its a locality thing. We have lots of farm-types here and I feel like AJ is really popular. We have tons of Rainbow Dashes and Pinkie Pies left over (mostly in the weird, non-brushable stuff). (I am just dying for that rainbow FS AJ.)

I feel like the POP stuff isn't selling well. Anyone else get that feeling in their area?
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Al-1701 on February 04, 2015, 02:06:16 AM
Maybe it has to do with her personality in FIM.  Being "the mature, hard-working, responsible one" is maybe not so glamorous to little kids compared with "super awesome at magic" or "has a ton of pets".
I have to agree with this.  She can also come off as condescending at times which might also turn kids off.

Her appeal probably varies by region.  She might be more popular in rural areas as the farm pony.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Rainbowrific Renia on February 04, 2015, 06:23:56 AM
I wonder if its a locality thing. We have lots of farm-types here and I feel like AJ is really popular. We have tons of Rainbow Dashes and Pinkie Pies left over (mostly in the weird, non-brushable stuff). (I am just dying for that rainbow FS AJ.)

I feel like the POP stuff isn't selling well. Anyone else get that feeling in their area?

There's an entire bin of POP ponies at my local Walmart, and at Target I always see the same ones on the shelves.  If I'm correct, there are already two more waves of those announced so we won't be seeing them go anywhere any time soon.  :yikes:  I wanted to like the POP ponies, but only the play set with Pinkie Pie has appealed to me, and that's mainly due to the play set itself.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: UrocyonFox on February 04, 2015, 06:45:51 AM
Thats exactly what my target looks like too. D: Maybe thats why they don't send the rainbow AJ to the US?
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: MoonStars on February 04, 2015, 06:54:52 AM
I like the concept of the Pop ponies, all the interchangeable hair and so forth, but (imho) they should have made them of sturdier stuff and a bit larger. They’re really not very tiny-child-hands friendly, and the chintzyness turns off collectors ( this one, anyway) so, lose-lose for selling them. I do love the Pinkie Pie house though, despite being as fragile (aka easily broken when actually played with... :( ) as it is. Hope they come out with some other houses!

But back to the original post--that is one sad looking group of AJs :(
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: mlp4me on February 04, 2015, 07:19:44 AM
Wow, those shelves are barren...
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Vertefae on February 04, 2015, 08:04:30 AM
That AJ was released latee as a wave by herself as well. That's why there's so many left over.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: ladysidal on February 04, 2015, 08:08:12 AM
I like orange. I'm just not a fan of Applejack. :-P
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: gabumon on February 04, 2015, 10:01:39 AM
At least you HAVE brusbables.  In my town all the walmarts are MLP bare... not even brushables (except for POPs and Egs)
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: LadyMoondancer on February 04, 2015, 10:25:14 AM
Now I'm curious about what my Target look like.  I'll stroll over there at lunch and report my finding!
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Dreamer on February 04, 2015, 10:52:43 AM
The only brushables at one of my stores are those Cadence and Twilight with hole wings
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: hathorcat on February 04, 2015, 01:55:10 PM
Poor AJ...I love AJ and I love orange! But I guess if nothing else now why Hasbro forgets about her so much kind of makes sense. :P
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: applejackbunny on February 04, 2015, 03:21:28 PM
AJ is the BEST!! I'd love it if the whole world were overrun with her!  :frolic:  :biggrin:

(Target is a good start though!)
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Loa on February 04, 2015, 03:38:53 PM
Be thankful you have Target in your country! :P

AND OMG THOSE PRICES ARE RIDICULOUSLY CHEAP
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: meskhetyw on February 04, 2015, 04:43:27 PM
Be thankful you have Target in your country! :P

AND OMG THOSE PRICES ARE RIDICULOUSLY CHEAP
Exactly! Don't forget all the exclusives and that they can also order that stuff online. Ahh so jealous
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: missjennicakes on February 04, 2015, 07:23:02 PM
All the stores around here always have a ton of Applejacks too! I love her, she's become my favorite. I reallllly want an Applejack fashion style pony
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: achab1984 on February 05, 2015, 06:40:26 AM
That is pretty close to what my local Wal Mart looks like. But its mostly just dolls laying around :(
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Neon Sparkle on February 05, 2015, 05:50:13 PM
Since that photo they have put out some of the new Cutie Mark Magic Brushables, but there weren't really that many even when I first saw them the other day so I'm sure it will be back to nothing but Applejacks in a few days, lol. I picked up Skywishes while I was finally able to find her.
Title: Re: This is the MLP aisle of my local Target...
Post by: Twizel on February 05, 2015, 08:47:32 PM
That's what my Target looks like, too. It's so depressing! I can only ever find the ponies I want online (though tbh I'm really only collecting g1 and g3 - I like the show, but the g4 toys didn't win me over)
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