Kick The Cheat - Revision history

The Knights Who Say Ni: /* As Merchandise */ as strong bad

The Knights Who Say Ni — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 20:32:16 GMT

As Merchandise: as strong bad

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	When less than 200 remained, [[Main Page Messages]] referred to Kick The Cheat as "endangered"; they were dubbed "extinct" when the doll sold out [[Store Front Page News 2007#December 12, 2007\|in December 2007]], with the store page stating that all had "found warm, loving homes".		When less than 200 remained, [[Main Page Messages]] referred to Kick The Cheat as "endangered"; they were dubbed "extinct" when the doll sold out [[Store Front Page News 2007#December 12, 2007\|in December 2007]], with the store page stating that all had "found warm, loving homes".

-	Although the toy remained discontinued, they were offered as prizes on rare occasions. A [[Store Front Page News 2009#June 3, 2009\|2009 store promotion offered "the last remaining Kick the Cheat"]] as a prize: anyone making a purchase from the store during the month of June was entered into the contest. In 2017, a chance to win "one of the last remaining Kick the Cheats" {{prs\|936064642702602242\|29\|Nov\|2017\|alt=was offered as an incentive}} for donating to [[Worldbuilders]]. Another doll was {{prs\|site=Instagram\|Blhe46Fhml7\|21\|Jul\|2018\|alt=discovered in 2018}}, still sealed in its bag; [[SBCG4AP Playthrough\|later that year]], Matt joked that fans would have to "battle to the death" for the plushie while ~~mentioning there were not currently~~ plans to produce more ~~Cheats~~.	+	Although the toy remained discontinued, they were offered as prizes on rare occasions. A [[Store Front Page News 2009#June 3, 2009\|2009 store promotion offered "the last remaining Kick the Cheat"]] as a prize: anyone making a purchase from the store during the month of June was entered into the contest. In 2017, a chance to win "one of the last remaining Kick the Cheats" {{prs\|936064642702602242\|29\|Nov\|2017\|alt=was offered as an incentive}} for donating to [[Worldbuilders]]. Another doll was {{prs\|site=Instagram\|Blhe46Fhml7\|21\|Jul\|2018\|alt=discovered in 2018}}, still sealed in its bag; [[SBCG4AP Playthrough\|later that year]], Matt joked that fans would have to "battle to the death" for the plushie while indicating doubtfulness and uncertainty about future plans to produce more Kick The Cheat dolls.

	The toy's voicebox has potential to fail, especially after years of use. The store offered a 30-day warranty for defective voiceboxes. In September 2020, a [[Kick The Cheat voicebox replacement surgery]] tutorial was posted on [[homestarrunnerdotcom\|YouTube]], demonstrating how to replace the doll's batteries. Strong Bad has also posted several times about having spare voiceboxes (occasionally referred to as "larynxes"), most prominently {{prs\|site=Instagram\|BYO0e6kjNm9\|25\|Aug\|2017\|alt=showing a bin's worth on Instagram}}.		The toy's voicebox has potential to fail, especially after years of use. The store offered a 30-day warranty for defective voiceboxes. In September 2020, a [[Kick The Cheat voicebox replacement surgery]] tutorial was posted on [[homestarrunnerdotcom\|YouTube]], demonstrating how to replace the doll's batteries. Strong Bad has also posted several times about having spare voiceboxes (occasionally referred to as "larynxes"), most prominently {{prs\|site=Instagram\|BYO0e6kjNm9\|25\|Aug\|2017\|alt=showing a bin's worth on Instagram}}.

Bleu Ninja: /* As Merchandise */ note that there weren't plans to make more in 2018

Bleu Ninja — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 16:30:32 GMT

As Merchandise: note that there weren't plans to make more in 2018

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	When less than 200 remained, [[Main Page Messages]] referred to Kick The Cheat as "endangered"; they were dubbed "extinct" when the doll sold out [[Store Front Page News 2007#December 12, 2007\|in December 2007]], with the store page stating that all had "found warm, loving homes".		When less than 200 remained, [[Main Page Messages]] referred to Kick The Cheat as "endangered"; they were dubbed "extinct" when the doll sold out [[Store Front Page News 2007#December 12, 2007\|in December 2007]], with the store page stating that all had "found warm, loving homes".

-	Although the toy remained discontinued, they were offered as prizes on rare occasions. A [[Store Front Page News 2009#June 3, 2009\|2009 store promotion offered "the last remaining Kick the Cheat"]] as a prize: anyone making a purchase from the store during the month of June was entered into the contest. In 2017, a chance to win "one of the last remaining Kick the Cheats" {{prs\|936064642702602242\|29\|Nov\|2017\|alt=was offered as an incentive}} for donating to [[Worldbuilders]]. Another doll was {{prs\|site=Instagram\|Blhe46Fhml7\|21\|Jul\|2018\|alt=discovered in 2018}}, still sealed in its bag; ~~during~~ [[SBCG4AP Playthrough\|~~an ''SBCG4AP'' livestream~~]], Matt joked that fans would have to "battle to the death" for the plushie.	+	Although the toy remained discontinued, they were offered as prizes on rare occasions. A [[Store Front Page News 2009#June 3, 2009\|2009 store promotion offered "the last remaining Kick the Cheat"]] as a prize: anyone making a purchase from the store during the month of June was entered into the contest. In 2017, a chance to win "one of the last remaining Kick the Cheats" {{prs\|936064642702602242\|29\|Nov\|2017\|alt=was offered as an incentive}} for donating to [[Worldbuilders]]. Another doll was {{prs\|site=Instagram\|Blhe46Fhml7\|21\|Jul\|2018\|alt=discovered in 2018}}, still sealed in its bag; [[SBCG4AP Playthrough\|later that year]], Matt joked that fans would have to "battle to the death" for the plushie while mentioning there were not currently plans to produce more Cheats.

	The toy's voicebox has potential to fail, especially after years of use. The store offered a 30-day warranty for defective voiceboxes. In September 2020, a [[Kick The Cheat voicebox replacement surgery]] tutorial was posted on [[homestarrunnerdotcom\|YouTube]], demonstrating how to replace the doll's batteries. Strong Bad has also posted several times about having spare voiceboxes (occasionally referred to as "larynxes"), most prominently {{prs\|site=Instagram\|BYO0e6kjNm9\|25\|Aug\|2017\|alt=showing a bin's worth on Instagram}}.		The toy's voicebox has potential to fail, especially after years of use. The store offered a 30-day warranty for defective voiceboxes. In September 2020, a [[Kick The Cheat voicebox replacement surgery]] tutorial was posted on [[homestarrunnerdotcom\|YouTube]], demonstrating how to replace the doll's batteries. Strong Bad has also posted several times about having spare voiceboxes (occasionally referred to as "larynxes"), most prominently {{prs\|site=Instagram\|BYO0e6kjNm9\|25\|Aug\|2017\|alt=showing a bin's worth on Instagram}}.

Bleu Ninja: /* Fangamer */ Ya see Comma, (comma)

Bleu Ninja — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 04:23:40 GMT

Fangamer: Ya see Comma, (comma)

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	[[File:Kick The Cheat comparison.jpg\|thumb\|Comparison of Fangamer (left) and original (right) varieties of Kick The Cheats]]		[[File:Kick The Cheat comparison.jpg\|thumb\|Comparison of Fangamer (left) and original (right) varieties of Kick The Cheats]]
	''Fangamer storefront description:''<blockquote>''Still'' frustrated? ''Still'' tired of being picked on by The Man but can't do anything about it? Take out your frustrations and KICK THE CHEAT!!! Again!</blockquote>		''Fangamer storefront description:''<blockquote>''Still'' frustrated? ''Still'' tired of being picked on by The Man but can't do anything about it? Take out your frustrations and KICK THE CHEAT!!! Again!</blockquote>
-	On February 25, 2025, a [[Fangamer#plush_kick_cheat\|new "Kick the Cheat" plush]] was listed on [[Fangamer]] alongside [[Kick The Cheat Plush Returns!\|an announcement video]]. Described as being "based on the 2004 original", the design is largely the same, with the addition of a zipper for easier access to the voice box if batteries should need replacement. An attached tag features a "[[The Cheat's Lightswitch]]" wallplate illustration, with "rave on" and "rave off" text on the plate to facilitate [[techno\|throwing lightswitch raves]]. The updated version adds two new voice lines, for a total of six Cheat sounds; as an [[Easter egg]], occasionally~~, when hit, it will say,~~ "I can do it. I will do it [[nine times]]." from [[Crazy Cartoon\|The Cheat's animation]] in [[crazy cartoon]].	+	On February 25, 2025, a [[Fangamer#plush_kick_cheat\|new "Kick the Cheat" plush]] was listed on [[Fangamer]] alongside [[Kick The Cheat Plush Returns!\|an announcement video]]. Described as being "based on the 2004 original", the design is largely the same, with the addition of a zipper for easier access to the voice box if batteries should need replacement. An attached tag features a "[[The Cheat's Lightswitch]]" wallplate illustration, with "rave on" and "rave off" text on the plate to facilitate [[techno\|throwing lightswitch raves]]. The updated version adds two new voice lines, for a total of six Cheat sounds; as an [[Easter egg]], occasionally the line "I can do it. I will do it [[nine times]]." from [[Crazy Cartoon\|The Cheat's animation]] in [[crazy cartoon]] will play.

	It is priced at $36. Due to strong demand, the initial stock sold out within the first day of being made available for sale.		It is priced at $36. Due to strong demand, the initial stock sold out within the first day of being made available for sale.

120.150.80.237: /* As Merchandise */

120.150.80.237 — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 23:50:29 GMT

As Merchandise

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	When less than 200 remained, [[Main Page Messages]] referred to Kick The Cheat as "endangered"; they were dubbed "extinct" when the doll sold out [[Store Front Page News 2007#December 12, 2007\|in December 2007]], with the store page stating that all had "found warm, loving homes".		When less than 200 remained, [[Main Page Messages]] referred to Kick The Cheat as "endangered"; they were dubbed "extinct" when the doll sold out [[Store Front Page News 2007#December 12, 2007\|in December 2007]], with the store page stating that all had "found warm, loving homes".

-	Although the toy remained discontinued, they were offered as prizes on rare occasions. A [[Store Front Page News 2009#June 3, 2009\|2009 store promotion offered "the last remaining Kick the Cheat"]] as a prize: anyone making a purchase from the store during the month of June was entered into the contest. In 2017, a chance to win "one of the last remaining Kick the Cheats" {{prs\|936064642702602242\|29\|Nov\|2017\|alt=was offered as an incentive}} for donating to [[Worldbuilders]]. Another doll was {{prs\|site=Instagram\|Blhe46Fhml7\|21\|Jul\|2018\|alt=discovered in 2018}}, still sealed in its bag; during [[SBCG4AP Playthrough\|a ''SBCG4AP'' livestream]], Matt joked that fans would have to "battle to the death" for the plushie.	+	Although the toy remained discontinued, they were offered as prizes on rare occasions. A [[Store Front Page News 2009#June 3, 2009\|2009 store promotion offered "the last remaining Kick the Cheat"]] as a prize: anyone making a purchase from the store during the month of June was entered into the contest. In 2017, a chance to win "one of the last remaining Kick the Cheats" {{prs\|936064642702602242\|29\|Nov\|2017\|alt=was offered as an incentive}} for donating to [[Worldbuilders]]. Another doll was {{prs\|site=Instagram\|Blhe46Fhml7\|21\|Jul\|2018\|alt=discovered in 2018}}, still sealed in its bag; during [[SBCG4AP Playthrough\|an ''SBCG4AP'' livestream]], Matt joked that fans would have to "battle to the death" for the plushie.

	The toy's voicebox has potential to fail, especially after years of use. The store offered a 30-day warranty for defective voiceboxes. In September 2020, a [[Kick The Cheat voicebox replacement surgery]] tutorial was posted on [[homestarrunnerdotcom\|YouTube]], demonstrating how to replace the doll's batteries. Strong Bad has also posted several times about having spare voiceboxes (occasionally referred to as "larynxes"), most prominently {{prs\|site=Instagram\|BYO0e6kjNm9\|25\|Aug\|2017\|alt=showing a bin's worth on Instagram}}.		The toy's voicebox has potential to fail, especially after years of use. The store offered a 30-day warranty for defective voiceboxes. In September 2020, a [[Kick The Cheat voicebox replacement surgery]] tutorial was posted on [[homestarrunnerdotcom\|YouTube]], demonstrating how to replace the doll's batteries. Strong Bad has also posted several times about having spare voiceboxes (occasionally referred to as "larynxes"), most prominently {{prs\|site=Instagram\|BYO0e6kjNm9\|25\|Aug\|2017\|alt=showing a bin's worth on Instagram}}.
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	[[File:Kick The Cheat comparison.jpg\|thumb\|Comparison of Fangamer (left) and original (right) varieties of Kick The Cheats]]		[[File:Kick The Cheat comparison.jpg\|thumb\|Comparison of Fangamer (left) and original (right) varieties of Kick The Cheats]]
	''Fangamer storefront description:''<blockquote>''Still'' frustrated? ''Still'' tired of being picked on by The Man but can't do anything about it? Take out your frustrations and KICK THE CHEAT!!! Again!</blockquote>		''Fangamer storefront description:''<blockquote>''Still'' frustrated? ''Still'' tired of being picked on by The Man but can't do anything about it? Take out your frustrations and KICK THE CHEAT!!! Again!</blockquote>
-	On February 25, 2025, a [[Fangamer#plush_kick_cheat\|new "Kick the Cheat" plush]] was listed on [[Fangamer]] alongside [[Kick The Cheat Plush Returns!\|an announcement video]]. Described as being "based on the 2004 original", the design is largely the same with the addition of a zipper for easier access to the voice box if batteries should need replacement. An attached tag features a "The Cheat's Lightswitch" wallplate illustration, with "rave on" and "rave off" text on the plate to facilitate [[techno\|throwing lightswitch raves]]. The updated version adds two new voice lines, for a total of six Cheat sounds; as an [[Easter egg]], occasionally when hit it will say "I can do it. I will do it [[nine times]]." from [[Crazy Cartoon\|The Cheat's animation]] in [[crazy cartoon]].	+	On February 25, 2025, a [[Fangamer#plush_kick_cheat\|new "Kick the Cheat" plush]] was listed on [[Fangamer]] alongside [[Kick The Cheat Plush Returns!\|an announcement video]]. Described as being "based on the 2004 original", the design is largely the same, with the addition of a zipper for easier access to the voice box if batteries should need replacement. An attached tag features a "[[The Cheat's Lightswitch]]" wallplate illustration, with "rave on" and "rave off" text on the plate to facilitate [[techno\|throwing lightswitch raves]]. The updated version adds two new voice lines, for a total of six Cheat sounds; as an [[Easter egg]], occasionally, when hit, it will say, "I can do it. I will do it [[nine times]]." from [[Crazy Cartoon\|The Cheat's animation]] in [[crazy cartoon]].

	It is priced at $36. Due to strong demand, the initial stock sold out within the first day of being made available for sale.		It is priced at $36. Due to strong demand, the initial stock sold out within the first day of being made available for sale.

Bleu Ninja: /* Fangamer */ Join sentences abt voice lines. Obfuscate the confusing "crazy cartoon / Crazy Cartoon" phrasing. Fix a speeling error.

Bleu Ninja — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 22:02:10 GMT

Fangamer: Join sentences abt voice lines. Obfuscate the confusing "crazy cartoon / Crazy Cartoon" phrasing. Fix a speeling error.

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	[[File:Kick The Cheat comparison.jpg\|thumb\|Comparison of Fangamer (left) and original (right) varieties of Kick The Cheats]]		[[File:Kick The Cheat comparison.jpg\|thumb\|Comparison of Fangamer (left) and original (right) varieties of Kick The Cheats]]
	''Fangamer storefront description:''<blockquote>''Still'' frustrated? ''Still'' tired of being picked on by The Man but can't do anything about it? Take out your frustrations and KICK THE CHEAT!!! Again!</blockquote>		''Fangamer storefront description:''<blockquote>''Still'' frustrated? ''Still'' tired of being picked on by The Man but can't do anything about it? Take out your frustrations and KICK THE CHEAT!!! Again!</blockquote>
-	On February 25, 2025, a [[Fangamer#plush_kick_cheat\|new "Kick the Cheat" plush]] was listed on [[Fangamer]] alongside [[Kick The Cheat Plush Returns!\|an ~~annoucement~~ video]]. Described as being "based on the 2004 original", ~~this updated version adds two new voice lines, for a total~~ of ~~six Cheat sounds, and includes~~ a zipper for easier access to ~~changing the batteries in~~ the voice box. An attached tag features a "The Cheat's Lightswitch" wallplate illustration, with "rave on" and "rave off" text on the plate to facilitate [[techno\|throwing lightswitch raves]]. As an Easter egg, occasionally when hit it will ~~instead~~ say "I can do it. I will do it [[nine times]]." from [[~~crazy cartoon~~]] / [[~~Crazy Cartoon~~]].	+	On February 25, 2025, a [[Fangamer#plush_kick_cheat\|new "Kick the Cheat" plush]] was listed on [[Fangamer]] alongside [[Kick The Cheat Plush Returns!\|an announcement video]]. Described as being "based on the 2004 original", the design is largely the same with the addition of a zipper for easier access to the voice box if batteries should need replacement. An attached tag features a "The Cheat's Lightswitch" wallplate illustration, with "rave on" and "rave off" text on the plate to facilitate [[techno\|throwing lightswitch raves]]. The updated version adds two new voice lines, for a total of six Cheat sounds; as an [[Easter egg]], occasionally when hit it will say "I can do it. I will do it [[nine times]]." from [[Crazy Cartoon\|The Cheat's animation]] in [[crazy cartoon]].

	It is priced at $36. Due to strong demand, the initial stock sold out within the first day of being made available for sale.		It is priced at $36. Due to strong demand, the initial stock sold out within the first day of being made available for sale.

Guybrush20X6: It's real but if proof's needed I will make a video. I got nothing better to do right now anyway.

Guybrush20X6 — Sat, 08 Mar 2025 09:57:57 GMT

It's real but if proof's needed I will make a video. I got nothing better to do right now anyway.

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	[[File:Kick The Cheat comparison.jpg\|thumb\|Comparison of Fangamer (left) and original (right) varieties of Kick The Cheats]]		[[File:Kick The Cheat comparison.jpg\|thumb\|Comparison of Fangamer (left) and original (right) varieties of Kick The Cheats]]
	''Fangamer storefront description:''<blockquote>''Still'' frustrated? ''Still'' tired of being picked on by The Man but can't do anything about it? Take out your frustrations and KICK THE CHEAT!!! Again!</blockquote>		''Fangamer storefront description:''<blockquote>''Still'' frustrated? ''Still'' tired of being picked on by The Man but can't do anything about it? Take out your frustrations and KICK THE CHEAT!!! Again!</blockquote>
-	On February 25, 2025, a [[Fangamer#plush_kick_cheat\|new "Kick the Cheat" plush]] was listed on [[Fangamer]] alongside [[Kick The Cheat Plush Returns!\|an annoucement video]]. Described as being "based on the 2004 original", this updated version adds two new voice lines, for a total of six Cheat sounds, and includes a zipper for easier access to changing the batteries in the voice box. An attached tag features a "The Cheat's Lightswitch" wallplate illustration, with "rave on" and "rave off" text on the plate to facilitate [[techno\|throwing lightswitch raves]].	+	On February 25, 2025, a [[Fangamer#plush_kick_cheat\|new "Kick the Cheat" plush]] was listed on [[Fangamer]] alongside [[Kick The Cheat Plush Returns!\|an annoucement video]]. Described as being "based on the 2004 original", this updated version adds two new voice lines, for a total of six Cheat sounds, and includes a zipper for easier access to changing the batteries in the voice box. An attached tag features a "The Cheat's Lightswitch" wallplate illustration, with "rave on" and "rave off" text on the plate to facilitate [[techno\|throwing lightswitch raves]]. As an Easter egg, occasionally when hit it will instead say "I can do it. I will do it [[nine times]]." from [[crazy cartoon]] / [[Crazy Cartoon]].

	It is priced at $36. Due to strong demand, the initial stock sold out within the first day of being made available for sale.		It is priced at $36. Due to strong demand, the initial stock sold out within the first day of being made available for sale.

Bleu Ninja: /* As Merchandise */ formatting

Bleu Ninja — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:47:49 GMT

As Merchandise: formatting

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	===Fangamer===		===Fangamer===
	[[File:Kick The Cheat comparison.jpg\|thumb\|Comparison of Fangamer (left) and original (right) varieties of Kick The Cheats]]		[[File:Kick The Cheat comparison.jpg\|thumb\|Comparison of Fangamer (left) and original (right) varieties of Kick The Cheats]]
-	''Fangamer storefront description:''<blockquote>Still frustrated? Still tired of being picked on by The Man but can't do anything about it? Take out your frustrations and KICK THE CHEAT!!! Again!</blockquote>	+	''Fangamer storefront description:''<blockquote>''Still'' frustrated? ''Still'' tired of being picked on by The Man but can't do anything about it? Take out your frustrations and KICK THE CHEAT!!! Again!</blockquote>
	On February 25, 2025, a [[Fangamer#plush_kick_cheat\|new "Kick the Cheat" plush]] was listed on [[Fangamer]] alongside [[Kick The Cheat Plush Returns!\|an annoucement video]]. Described as being "based on the 2004 original", this updated version adds two new voice lines, for a total of six Cheat sounds, and includes a zipper for easier access to changing the batteries in the voice box. An attached tag features a "The Cheat's Lightswitch" wallplate illustration, with "rave on" and "rave off" text on the plate to facilitate [[techno\|throwing lightswitch raves]].		On February 25, 2025, a [[Fangamer#plush_kick_cheat\|new "Kick the Cheat" plush]] was listed on [[Fangamer]] alongside [[Kick The Cheat Plush Returns!\|an annoucement video]]. Described as being "based on the 2004 original", this updated version adds two new voice lines, for a total of six Cheat sounds, and includes a zipper for easier access to changing the batteries in the voice box. An attached tag features a "The Cheat's Lightswitch" wallplate illustration, with "rave on" and "rave off" text on the plate to facilitate [[techno\|throwing lightswitch raves]].

Bleu Ninja: /* Fangamer */ addn'l info via various "my plushie came in the mail" posts on Reddit

Bleu Ninja — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 22:38:52 GMT

Fangamer: addn'l info via various "my plushie came in the mail" posts on Reddit

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	===Fangamer===		===Fangamer===
-	On February 25, 2025, a [[Fangamer#plush_kick_cheat\|new "Kick the Cheat" plush]] was listed on [[Fangamer]]. Described as being "based on the 2004 original", ~~the product listing references the original, with a mention of taking out one's frustrations after being picked on by The Man. This~~ updated version adds two new voice lines, for a total of six Cheat sounds, and includes a zipper for easier access to changing the batteries in the voice box. It is priced at $36. Due to strong demand, the initial stock sold out within the first day of being made available for sale.	+	[[File:Kick The Cheat comparison.jpg\|thumb\|Comparison of Fangamer (left) and original (right) varieties of Kick The Cheats]]
		+	''Fangamer storefront description:''<blockquote>Still frustrated? Still tired of being picked on by The Man but can't do anything about it? Take out your frustrations and KICK THE CHEAT!!! Again!</blockquote>
		+	On February 25, 2025, a [[Fangamer#plush_kick_cheat\|new "Kick the Cheat" plush]] was listed on [[Fangamer]] alongside [[Kick The Cheat Plush Returns!\|an annoucement video]]. Described as being "based on the 2004 original", this updated version adds two new voice lines, for a total of six Cheat sounds, and includes a zipper for easier access to changing the batteries in the voice box. An attached tag features a "The Cheat's Lightswitch" wallplate illustration, with "rave on" and "rave off" text on the plate to facilitate [[techno\|throwing lightswitch raves]].
		+
		+	It is priced at $36. Due to strong demand, the initial stock sold out within the first day of being made available for sale.

	== In Toons ==		== In Toons ==

Bleu Ninja: /* Fangamer */ soul'd out (4 now)

Bleu Ninja — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 17:25:45 GMT

Fangamer: soul'd out (4 now)

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	===Fangamer===		===Fangamer===
-	On February 25, 2025, a [[Fangamer#plush_kick_cheat\|new "Kick the Cheat" plush]] was listed on [[Fangamer]]. Described as being "based on the 2004 original", ~~this~~ updated version adds two new voice lines for a total of six Cheat sounds and is priced at $36. ~~Its description references the original store listing~~, ~~with a mention of taking~~ out ~~one's frustrations after~~ being ~~picked on by The Man~~.	+	On February 25, 2025, a [[Fangamer#plush_kick_cheat\|new "Kick the Cheat" plush]] was listed on [[Fangamer]]. Described as being "based on the 2004 original", the product listing references the original, with a mention of taking out one's frustrations after being picked on by The Man. This updated version adds two new voice lines, for a total of six Cheat sounds, and includes a zipper for easier access to changing the batteries in the voice box. It is priced at $36. Due to strong demand, the initial stock sold out within the first day of being made available for sale.

	== In Toons ==		== In Toons ==

Bleu Ninja: /* As Merchandise */ adjust tense

Bleu Ninja — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 18:44:44 GMT

As Merchandise: adjust tense

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	When less than 200 remained, [[Main Page Messages]] referred to Kick The Cheat as "endangered"; they were dubbed "extinct" when the doll sold out [[Store Front Page News 2007#December 12, 2007\|in December 2007]], with the store page stating that all had "found warm, loving homes".		When less than 200 remained, [[Main Page Messages]] referred to Kick The Cheat as "endangered"; they were dubbed "extinct" when the doll sold out [[Store Front Page News 2007#December 12, 2007\|in December 2007]], with the store page stating that all had "found warm, loving homes".

-	Although the toy ~~remains~~ discontinued, they ~~have been~~ offered as prizes on rare occasions. A [[Store Front Page News 2009#June 3, 2009\|2009 store promotion offered "the last remaining Kick the Cheat"]] as a prize: anyone making a purchase from the store during the month of June was entered into the contest. In 2017, a chance to win "one of the last remaining Kick the Cheats" {{prs\|936064642702602242\|29\|Nov\|2017\|alt=was offered as an incentive}} for donating to [[Worldbuilders]]. Another doll was {{prs\|site=Instagram\|Blhe46Fhml7\|21\|Jul\|2018\|alt=discovered in 2018}}, still sealed in its bag; ~~in the~~ [[SBCG4AP Playthrough]] Matt joked that fans would have to "battle to the death" for the plushie.	+	Although the toy remained discontinued, they were offered as prizes on rare occasions. A [[Store Front Page News 2009#June 3, 2009\|2009 store promotion offered "the last remaining Kick the Cheat"]] as a prize: anyone making a purchase from the store during the month of June was entered into the contest. In 2017, a chance to win "one of the last remaining Kick the Cheats" {{prs\|936064642702602242\|29\|Nov\|2017\|alt=was offered as an incentive}} for donating to [[Worldbuilders]]. Another doll was {{prs\|site=Instagram\|Blhe46Fhml7\|21\|Jul\|2018\|alt=discovered in 2018}}, still sealed in its bag; during [[SBCG4AP Playthrough\|a ''SBCG4AP'' livestream]], Matt joked that fans would have to "battle to the death" for the plushie.

-	The toy's voicebox has potential to fail, especially after years of use. The store offered a 30-day warranty for defective voiceboxes. In September 2020, a [[Kick The Cheat voicebox replacement surgery]] tutorial was posted on [[YouTube]], ~~with instructions~~ to replace the doll's batteries. Strong Bad has also posted several times about having spare voiceboxes (occasionally referred to as "larynxes"), most prominently {{prs\|site=Instagram\|BYO0e6kjNm9\|25\|Aug\|2017\|alt=showing a bin's worth on Instagram}}.	+	The toy's voicebox has potential to fail, especially after years of use. The store offered a 30-day warranty for defective voiceboxes. In September 2020, a [[Kick The Cheat voicebox replacement surgery]] tutorial was posted on [[homestarrunnerdotcom\|YouTube]], demonstrating how to replace the doll's batteries. Strong Bad has also posted several times about having spare voiceboxes (occasionally referred to as "larynxes"), most prominently {{prs\|site=Instagram\|BYO0e6kjNm9\|25\|Aug\|2017\|alt=showing a bin's worth on Instagram}}.

	===Fangamer===		===Fangamer===

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	When less than 200 remained, [[Main Page Messages]] referred to Kick The Cheat as "endangered"; they were dubbed "extinct" when the doll sold out [[Store Front Page News 2007#December 12, 2007\|in December 2007]], with the store page stating that all had "found warm, loving homes".		When less than 200 remained, [[Main Page Messages]] referred to Kick The Cheat as "endangered"; they were dubbed "extinct" when the doll sold out [[Store Front Page News 2007#December 12, 2007\|in December 2007]], with the store page stating that all had "found warm, loving homes".

-	Although the toy remained discontinued, they were offered as prizes on rare occasions. A [[Store Front Page News 2009#June 3, 2009\|2009 store promotion offered "the last remaining Kick the Cheat"]] as a prize: anyone making a purchase from the store during the month of June was entered into the contest. In 2017, a chance to win "one of the last remaining Kick the Cheats" {{prs\|936064642702602242\|29\|Nov\|2017\|alt=was offered as an incentive}} for donating to [[Worldbuilders]]. Another doll was {{prs\|site=Instagram\|Blhe46Fhml7\|21\|Jul\|2018\|alt=discovered in 2018}}, still sealed in its bag; [[SBCG4AP Playthrough\|later that year]], Matt joked that fans would have to "battle to the death" for the plushie while ~~mentioning there were not currently~~ plans to produce more ~~Cheats~~.	+	Although the toy remained discontinued, they were offered as prizes on rare occasions. A [[Store Front Page News 2009#June 3, 2009\|2009 store promotion offered "the last remaining Kick the Cheat"]] as a prize: anyone making a purchase from the store during the month of June was entered into the contest. In 2017, a chance to win "one of the last remaining Kick the Cheats" {{prs\|936064642702602242\|29\|Nov\|2017\|alt=was offered as an incentive}} for donating to [[Worldbuilders]]. Another doll was {{prs\|site=Instagram\|Blhe46Fhml7\|21\|Jul\|2018\|alt=discovered in 2018}}, still sealed in its bag; [[SBCG4AP Playthrough\|later that year]], Matt joked that fans would have to "battle to the death" for the plushie while indicating doubtfulness and uncertainty about future plans to produce more Kick The Cheat dolls.

	The toy's voicebox has potential to fail, especially after years of use. The store offered a 30-day warranty for defective voiceboxes. In September 2020, a [[Kick The Cheat voicebox replacement surgery]] tutorial was posted on [[homestarrunnerdotcom\|YouTube]], demonstrating how to replace the doll's batteries. Strong Bad has also posted several times about having spare voiceboxes (occasionally referred to as "larynxes"), most prominently {{prs\|site=Instagram\|BYO0e6kjNm9\|25\|Aug\|2017\|alt=showing a bin's worth on Instagram}}.		The toy's voicebox has potential to fail, especially after years of use. The store offered a 30-day warranty for defective voiceboxes. In September 2020, a [[Kick The Cheat voicebox replacement surgery]] tutorial was posted on [[homestarrunnerdotcom\|YouTube]], demonstrating how to replace the doll's batteries. Strong Bad has also posted several times about having spare voiceboxes (occasionally referred to as "larynxes"), most prominently {{prs\|site=Instagram\|BYO0e6kjNm9\|25\|Aug\|2017\|alt=showing a bin's worth on Instagram}}.

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	When less than 200 remained, [[Main Page Messages]] referred to Kick The Cheat as "endangered"; they were dubbed "extinct" when the doll sold out [[Store Front Page News 2007#December 12, 2007\|in December 2007]], with the store page stating that all had "found warm, loving homes".		When less than 200 remained, [[Main Page Messages]] referred to Kick The Cheat as "endangered"; they were dubbed "extinct" when the doll sold out [[Store Front Page News 2007#December 12, 2007\|in December 2007]], with the store page stating that all had "found warm, loving homes".

-	Although the toy remained discontinued, they were offered as prizes on rare occasions. A [[Store Front Page News 2009#June 3, 2009\|2009 store promotion offered "the last remaining Kick the Cheat"]] as a prize: anyone making a purchase from the store during the month of June was entered into the contest. In 2017, a chance to win "one of the last remaining Kick the Cheats" {{prs\|936064642702602242\|29\|Nov\|2017\|alt=was offered as an incentive}} for donating to [[Worldbuilders]]. Another doll was {{prs\|site=Instagram\|Blhe46Fhml7\|21\|Jul\|2018\|alt=discovered in 2018}}, still sealed in its bag; ~~during~~ [[SBCG4AP Playthrough\|~~an ''SBCG4AP'' livestream~~]], Matt joked that fans would have to "battle to the death" for the plushie.	+	Although the toy remained discontinued, they were offered as prizes on rare occasions. A [[Store Front Page News 2009#June 3, 2009\|2009 store promotion offered "the last remaining Kick the Cheat"]] as a prize: anyone making a purchase from the store during the month of June was entered into the contest. In 2017, a chance to win "one of the last remaining Kick the Cheats" {{prs\|936064642702602242\|29\|Nov\|2017\|alt=was offered as an incentive}} for donating to [[Worldbuilders]]. Another doll was {{prs\|site=Instagram\|Blhe46Fhml7\|21\|Jul\|2018\|alt=discovered in 2018}}, still sealed in its bag; [[SBCG4AP Playthrough\|later that year]], Matt joked that fans would have to "battle to the death" for the plushie while mentioning there were not currently plans to produce more Cheats.

	The toy's voicebox has potential to fail, especially after years of use. The store offered a 30-day warranty for defective voiceboxes. In September 2020, a [[Kick The Cheat voicebox replacement surgery]] tutorial was posted on [[homestarrunnerdotcom\|YouTube]], demonstrating how to replace the doll's batteries. Strong Bad has also posted several times about having spare voiceboxes (occasionally referred to as "larynxes"), most prominently {{prs\|site=Instagram\|BYO0e6kjNm9\|25\|Aug\|2017\|alt=showing a bin's worth on Instagram}}.		The toy's voicebox has potential to fail, especially after years of use. The store offered a 30-day warranty for defective voiceboxes. In September 2020, a [[Kick The Cheat voicebox replacement surgery]] tutorial was posted on [[homestarrunnerdotcom\|YouTube]], demonstrating how to replace the doll's batteries. Strong Bad has also posted several times about having spare voiceboxes (occasionally referred to as "larynxes"), most prominently {{prs\|site=Instagram\|BYO0e6kjNm9\|25\|Aug\|2017\|alt=showing a bin's worth on Instagram}}.