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Originally Posted by willx

The original Gundam was not intended to sell toys .. There was even a manga made about how Gundam came to be. I wonder if I can find it..

EDIT: Here's the link to it! THE DRAMA! http://www.batoto.net/comic/_/comics...m-sousei-r3359

Reply hazy, ask again later

Well, I believe Yu-Gi-Oh isn't originally created to sell cards either. But with its popularity rising, merchandise following is a must, and so continue the franchise...