Zompist makes fun of a kids' toy called Blocks Series Railway II. The package is loaded with funny Engrish and bizarre graphics.
My boss, Brad, bought his daughter a plastic railway set for Christmas. He brought the box in for us to look at; it provided amusement for the entire lunch.
Now, the Engrish is fun enough ("Run quickly when on the iong bridge with loosing planks!"), but surely cultural differences cannot explain why a toddlers' play railway needs a logo with dripping blood. To say nothing of the demon in the corner.
Nothing says "Promoting the concerted function the hand eyes brain of the baby" like grinning demon faces.
Reader comment:
Calvin Rodo says: That demon is from the cover art for Might and Magic VII.
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