So the bitch succeeded and Toys R Us pulled the action figures. Fucking pussies.
Oh, and just for the record, for anyone who is outraged that they were sold there in the first place, here's a picture of the packaging:
Notice the upper right hand corner?
"Ages 15+"
Just because a store sells something doesn't mean it's suitable for all ages who walk in the door. I guess Best Buy and whoever the fuck else sells DVDs & Blu_Rays should stop selling PG-13 and R rated movies because, heaven-for-fucking-bid a child might see it on the shelf. Boo fucking Hoo.
By the way, NewOldPlayer, I am a parent. I have a 13 year old son. He listens to heavy metal (among other things) and likes horror and sci-fi movies. The few remaining Movie Maniacs figures I had that my wife didn't make me sell (bitch...) now sit proudly on shelves in his room. He's had these interests for at least 5 years now.
Do you know why it's not a big deal? Because at an early age, and continuously, I've taught him the difference between right and wrong; fantasy and reality. I've been there to explain things he sees and experiences and discuss those things with him and answer any questions he may have.
So where does he stand after being exposed to these horrible things that kids shouldn't see? Well, he skipped a grade in school and still is on distinguished honor roll. He's a 2 Keup Brown Belt in Tae Kwon Do (one more level until his black belt test), the top student in their leadership class, and often starts classes and assists the instructor. He also gives private lessons. His exposure to sensitive topics has obviously had a negative impact on his life...
Simple solution: Parent your fucking children! Talk to them, spend time with them, answer their questions, explain things to them. Don't overly shelter them and expect the outside world to raise them. If you have kids, be a parent to them. Take an active role in their growth and development (crying and bitching that everything should be hidden from their eyes is NOT parenting).