Woody V Pikachu

It's the looming battle of the kiddie titans: Japanese computer monsters v American toy heroes. But whoever wins, parents' pockets will certainly be the losers this Christmas. Sue Williams reports. AT Toys ``R" Us shops across the nation, the battle lines have been drawn. On one side of

Marketing Monsters Are Child's Play

On one side are Woody and Buzz. On the other side, Ash and Pikachu. The battle between them will rage throughout the summer. And although the short-term struggle is likely to go to Woody, backed by the Disney empire, there's no doubt the war for children's hearts and parents' dollars will ultimat