Nerfuls are a ball to be around!

A few weeks back, I stumbled upon a curious toy while going through my collection of fast food premiums. It stood out, not quite fitting in with the rest. Frustratingly, I couldn't recall the name of the toy line it belonged to, so I decided to set it on the shelf near my desk for future research. And as life goes, I promptly forgot about it.

But you know how it is, sometimes those "aha" moments strike when you least expect them. Last night, I glanced up at the shelf, and it hit me like a bolt of lightning - "Boy, those Nerfuls were underrated!" There it was, the name of the toy line I had been searching for.

In the mid-1980s, Nerfuls made their debut, and they brought with them a charming, Smurf-style collectors' vibe. But wait, there's more! The best part about Nerfuls was their fantastic mix-and-match ability. You could take parts from one Nerful and place them on another, creating all sorts of fun and unique characters. It was like unlocking endless possibilities and sparking your creativity.

This ingenious concept is perfectly explained in a commercial from that golden period. I'm telling you, Nerfuls deserved way more love and recognition than they got. The charm, the mix-and-match feature, and the nostalgic vibes all contributed to what made Nerfuls truly special.

If you've never heard of Nerfuls or haven't given them the attention they deserve, I highly recommend checking out that commercial from back in the day. It captures the essence of these underrated gems, and maybe, just maybe, you'll fall in love with them as much as I did. Long live the Nerfuls and their endless mix-and-match adventures!

I only have the one and don’t remember where I picked him up, but I think I might keep my eyes open.