Disclosed is a toy set that includes a figurine representing a miniature reproduction of an animal. Also included in the toy set is a collection identifier that identifies the figurine and a redemption card configured for the collection identifier to be affixed thereto. There is a tangible medium having instructions provided thereon, wherein the instructions specify a manner in which the redemption card may be submitted to redeem a prize. The toy set also may include a carrying case comprising a first portion and a second portion structured and arranged for connection to the first portion to define a storage compartment structured and arranged to contain the figurine, the collection identifier, the redemption card, and the tangible medium. Also disclosed is a series that includes at least two toy sets.
