Bakugan Battle Brawlers Deluxe Monster Series 1: Dragonoid

What We Think Fun Factor: Durability: (what this means) The Good: Dagger-like horn and spreadable wings make this monster extra scary The Bad: No background information about Dragonoid included In a Nutshell: Unique and colorful monster will inspire hours of play At a Glance Ages: 4 and older

Dragonoid is packed with fierce details. View larger.

No Rules, Just Fun
No assembly is required for the Dragonoid--just cut it free from the box and it's ready to go! Unlike the Bakugan Battle Brawlers game, which has somewhat complicated rules, this monster figurine can be used however your child likes. If your child is a fan of the Bakugan Battle Brawlers game, he can position Dragonoid and other figurines around the game play area just for fun. But the figurines are not necessary to play the game. If your child doesn't own the game, he can easily make up his own games to play with the monsters.

Chunky and durable, these figurines don't exactly fit in a pocket, but they are still lightweight and easy to take to a friend's house. Dragonoid comes with a detachable tail, which is long, scaly, and curls around the front of his talons.

Hours of Monstrous Entertainment
Each monster figurine has its own distinct look and individual powers. Dragonoid can spread his arms to create an impressive wingspan, or close them in tight for self-defense. He can charge with his frightening-looking horn or stand erect as his open mouth breathes pretend fire.

We like most everything about this figurine, from its cloth wings to its blazing red and yellow colors, to the way its mouth opens and closes. We also appreciate how well this figurine stands on its own, while also easily contorting into a variety of battle-worthy poses.

We would have liked to see some background information about Dragonoid included on or in the box, but there was none. Kids who are familiar with the TV show will know all about Dragonoid already, but others will have to make up their own stories about him or do some sleuthing on the Bakugan Web site. Luckily, kids have great imaginations, and we think this frightening Bakugan with his immense talons and dazzling yellow horn will inspire hours of entertainment--especially when used with other Deluxe Monster figurines.

What's in the Box
Deluxe Monster Dragonoid and detachable tail.