davidd's A DOLL A DAY 2026

[davidd]

I am wondering what eventuality a “backup” figure is in anticipation of? Serious question!

Well... so far I have managed to avoid breaking or losing any dolls or action figures during photo-shoots or while in storage. I've lost a few small accessories, but nothing that would necessitate tracking down an entire replacement figure.

If I recall correctly -- which is increasingly questionable at this point in time -- I ran across the Lunabella Whispers figurine for what seemed like an irresistibly reasonable price on eBay, lo those many years ago, which contributed to the purchase.

I should have resisted. Mint-in-Box examples may be found today, a dozen years later, for $29. There aren't even any loose figures listed on evilBay, probably because loose figures are essentially worthless.

For a while, way back when I was "collecting" dolls, I went thru a brief phase where I purchased two of most figures, one to open and one to keep in the original packaging. That lunatic phase did not last long due to both eense and storage space.

Today I rarely purchase "back-up" figures.

The Ameliæ may appear to be an exception, but those aren't "back-ups," they are "crew members."

Okay... let's get things back on track.

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MARCH of the MONSTERS continues:

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7 March - A Doll A Day 2026:

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Mattel "Halloween Enchantress" Barbie circa 2003 release

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8 March - A Doll A Day 2026:

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Bratzillaz House of Witchez Iliana Honesty

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9 March - A Doll A Day 2026:

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Bratzillaz House of Witchez Victoria Antique

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10 March - A Doll A Day 2026:

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MGAE Novi Stars Nita Light

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11 March - A Doll A Day 2026:

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Monster High "Ghouls Rule" Draculaura

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12 March - A Doll A Day 2026:

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Monster High "Frights! Camera! Action!" Elissabat