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* MutualPining: In Some Assembly Required Jarvis and Piper do this for the majority of the show, until the following trope happens.
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** '''Candance / Mrs. Bubkes''': cleaning custodian

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** '''Candance '''Candace / Mrs. Bubkes''': cleaning custodian
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* The Team:

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* The Team:TheTeam:
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* RunningGag:
** Knox doing extremely dangerous stunts.
** Bowie coming with pretty ridiculous ideas.
** Mmmboing making cameos throughout the show.
** Whenever the phone rings, Geneva doesn't pick it up.
** Aster always complaining about being the shortest guy.
** People beginning to wonder about Mrs. Bubkes' identity.


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* The Team:
** '''Jarvis''': CEO
** '''Piper''': chief technology officer and vice president
** '''Bowie''': unknown position
** '''Geneva''': receptionist
** '''Aster''': chief design officer
** '''Knox''': product safety test and crash test dummy
** '''Candance / Mrs. Bubkes''': cleaning custodian
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* EveryEpisodeEnding: Before the credits, there are usually advertisements showing Knickknack Toys' newest products, which are shown or often invented in said episode, as well as the company’s mascot, P. Everett Knickknack, telling the viewer, "The P stands for (word that begins with p)".

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* EveryEpisodeEnding: Before the end(ing) credits, there are usually advertisements showing Knickknack Toys' newest products, which are shown or often invented in said episode, as well as the company’s mascot, P. Everett Knickknack, telling the viewer, "The P stands for (word that begins with p)".
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* EveryEpisodeEnding: Before the end credits, there are usually advertisements showing Knickknack Toys' newest products, which are shown or often invented in said episode, as well as the company’s mascot, P. Everett Knickknack, telling the viewer, "The P stands for (word that begins with p)".

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* EveryEpisodeEnding: Before the end credits, there are usually advertisements showing Knickknack Toys' newest products, which are shown or often invented in said episode, as well as the company’s mascot, P. Everett Knickknack, telling the viewer, "The P stands for (word that begins with p)".
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* EveryEpisodeEnding: Before the end credits, there are usually advertisements showing Knickknack Toys' newest products, which are shown or often invented in said episode, as well as the company’s mascot, P. Everett Knickknack, telling the viewer, "The P stands for (word that begins with p)".
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** Lobster Trap seems to pay homages to the VideoGame/DonkeyKong and [[VideoGame/MarioBros]] arcade games.

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** Lobster Trap seems to pay homages to the VideoGame/DonkeyKong and [[VideoGame/MarioBros]] VideoGame/MarioBros arcade games.
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** Lobster Trap seems to pay homages to the VideoGame/DonkeyKong and [[VideoGame/SuperMarioBros Mario Bros.]] arcade games.

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** Lobster Trap seems to pay homages to the VideoGame/DonkeyKong and [[VideoGame/SuperMarioBros Mario Bros.]] [[VideoGame/MarioBros]] arcade games.
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** In "Gizmospinatron", Bowie's extreme craving for donuts could be a parody of and a reference to [[Characters/TheSimpsonsHomerSimpson Homer Simpson]].

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** In "Gizmospinatron", Bowie's extreme craving for donuts could be a parody of and a reference to [[Characters/TheSimpsonsHomerSimpson Homer Simpson]].
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** The costume Jarvis wears in the ending commercial bears resemblences to ''[[Creator/{{Capcom}} Capcom's]]'' Franchise/MegaMan.

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** The In "Cupid's Bow", the costume Jarvis wears in the ending commercial bears resemblences to ''[[Creator/{{Capcom}} Capcom's]]'' Franchise/MegaMan.



** Bowie's extreme craving for donuts could be a parody of and a reference to [[Characters/TheSimpsonsHomerSimpson Homer Simpson]].

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** In "Gizmospinatron", Bowie's extreme craving for donuts could be a parody of and a reference to [[Characters/TheSimpsonsHomerSimpson Homer Simpson]].



** Jarvis makes references to the ''Franchise/JurassicPark'' series of films, without directly naming them.
** Aster's film "The Termiknitter" is a reference to a critical acclaimed box office hit science-fiction movie, Film/TheTerminator.

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** In "Tinosaur", Jarvis makes references to the ''Franchise/JurassicPark'' series of films, without directly naming them.
** In "Joy Buzzer", Aster's film "The Termiknitter" is a reference to a critical acclaimed box office hit science-fiction movie, Film/TheTerminator.
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** Medical Bag is a possible reference to the board game Operation, or toy Medical Kits in general.

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** Medical Bag is a possible reference to the board game Operation, TabletopGame/{{Operation}}, or toy Medical Kits in general.
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** Fat Cat is a reference to TabletopGame/Monopoly.

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** Fat Cat is a reference to TabletopGame/Monopoly.TabletopGame/{{Monopoly}}.
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** Fat Cat is a reference to Monopoly.

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** Fat Cat is a reference to Monopoly.TabletopGame/Monopoly.
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** Snappo is likely a parody of Franchise/Lego, Mego Bloks and Tyco.

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** Snappo is likely a parody of Franchise/Lego, Franchise/{{Lego}}, Mego Bloks and Tyco.
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** Captain Indestructible is a parody of Franchise/Superman among other superheroes, and can also be an homage to [[Series/HenryDanger Nickelodeon's Captain Man]] with the shared superpower of invincibility.

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** Captain Indestructible is a parody of Franchise/Superman Franchise/{{Superman}} among other superheroes, and can also be an homage to [[Series/HenryDanger Nickelodeon's Captain Man]] with the shared superpower of invincibility.
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** The costume Jarvis wears in the ending commercial bears resemblences to ''[[Creator/Capcom Capcom's]]'' Franchise/MegaMan.

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** The costume Jarvis wears in the ending commercial bears resemblences to ''[[Creator/Capcom ''[[Creator/{{Capcom}} Capcom's]]'' Franchise/MegaMan.
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** Melody Burger parodies fast food restaurants, notably the McDonald's Happy Meal or Wendy's Kids Meal.

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** Melody Burger parodies fast food restaurants, notably the McDonald's [=McDonald's=] Happy Meal or Wendy's Kids Meal.
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** "Microphony" makes several references to [[WesternAnimation/Frozen2013 Disney's Frozen's]] popular songs, in which for instance: Love is A Carrot Nose (Love is An Open Door), Do You Want to Buy A Beach Ball? (Do You Want to Build a Snowman?), and Let it Melt! (Let It Go!)

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** "Microphony" makes several references to [[WesternAnimation/Frozen2013 Disney's Frozen's]] popular songs, in which Aster sings all of them, with Geneva, Mrs Bubkes, as cameos, for instance: Love is A Carrot Nose (Love is An Open Door), Do You Want to Buy A Beach Ball? (Do You Want to Build a Snowman?), and Let it Melt! (Let It Go!)
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** "Microphony" makes several references to [[WesternAnimation/Frozen2013 Disney's Frozen's]] popular songs, in which Aster sings all of them, with Geneva, Mrs Bubkes, as cameos, For instance: Love is A Carrot Nose (Love is An Open Door), Do You Want to Buy A Beach Ball? (Do You Want to Build a Snowman?), and Let it Melt! (Let It Go!)

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** "Microphony" makes several references to [[WesternAnimation/Frozen2013 Disney's Frozen's]] popular songs, in which Aster sings all of them, with Geneva, Mrs Bubkes, as cameos, For for instance: Love is A Carrot Nose (Love is An Open Door), Do You Want to Buy A Beach Ball? (Do You Want to Build a Snowman?), and Let it Melt! (Let It Go!)
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** "Microphony" makes several references to Disney's Frozen's popular songs, in which Aster sings all of them, with Geneva, Mrs Bubkes, as cameos, For instance: Love is A Carrot Nose (Love is An Open Door), Do You Want to Buy A Beach Ball? (Do You Want to Build a Snowman?), and Let it Melt! (Let It Go!)

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** "Microphony" makes several references to [[WesternAnimation/Frozen2013 Disney's Frozen's Frozen's]] popular songs, in which Aster sings all of them, with Geneva, Mrs Bubkes, as cameos, For instance: Love is A Carrot Nose (Love is An Open Door), Do You Want to Buy A Beach Ball? (Do You Want to Build a Snowman?), and Let it Melt! (Let It Go!)
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** Lobster Trap seems to pay homages to the VideoGame/DonkeyKong and Franchise/MarioBros arcade games.

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** Lobster Trap seems to pay homages to the VideoGame/DonkeyKong and Franchise/MarioBros [[VideoGame/SuperMarioBros Mario Bros.]] arcade games.



** Bowie's extreme craving for donuts could be a parody of and a reference to Characters/TheSimpsonsHomerSimpson.

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** Bowie's extreme craving for donuts could be a parody of and a reference to Characters/TheSimpsonsHomerSimpson.[[Characters/TheSimpsonsHomerSimpson Homer Simpson]].

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* ShoutOut: One episode is called "Dance Crew Evolution", in reference to ''VideoGame/DanceDanceRevolution''.

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One episode is called "Dance Crew Evolution", in reference to ''VideoGame/DanceDanceRevolution''.''VideoGame/DanceDanceRevolution''.
** Melody Burger parodies fast food restaurants, notably the McDonald's Happy Meal or Wendy's Kids Meal.
** The costume Jarvis wears in the ending commercial bears resemblences to ''[[Creator/Capcom Capcom's]]'' Franchise/MegaMan.
** Angie is a reference to dolls such as Barbie who have been criticized for being "impossible" or "unhealthy" bodied and creating a false, unobtainable image of the ideal body/pretty. In 2016, Mattel announced three body types for Barbie. [[https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/barbie-expands-doll-line-adding-three-new-body-types-300211240.html Click here for proof.]]
** Piece-of-Cake oven is a reference to Easy-Bake Oven, Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven and Easy-Bake Real Meal Oven.
** Lobster Trap seems to pay homages to the VideoGame/DonkeyKong and Franchise/MarioBros arcade games.
** Tickletown: Series/SesameStreet. "Tickle" is similar to "Tickle Me Elmo" toy. Elmo is a character on Series/SesameStreet.
** Fat Cat is a reference to Monopoly.
** Medical Bag is a possible reference to the board game Operation, or toy Medical Kits in general.
** Bowie's extreme craving for donuts could be a parody of and a reference to Characters/TheSimpsonsHomerSimpson.
** The Samurai Salamanders are a play on groups such as ''Franchise/TeenageMutantNinjaTurtles'' and ''Franchise/PowerRangers.''
** "Mattress King" is a reference to a monopoly that mattress companies used to own, selling usually spring mattresses for prices often $1000+. "Flurf" is a reference to memory foam, which used to be a luxury, is more common thanks to e-commerce, 100+ night trials, free shipping, free returns, etc. Casper, ENDY, and Purple are examples that have disrupted the traditional mattress industry, much like Flurf.
** Kooky-Dough is a reference to Play-Doh.
** Snappo is likely a parody of Franchise/Lego, Mego Bloks and Tyco.
** The Shnorfs are a parody of Franchise/TheSmurfs.
** K-Kube is a parody of Rubik's Cube.
** Jarvis makes references to the ''Franchise/JurassicPark'' series of films, without directly naming them.
** Aster's film "The Termiknitter" is a reference to a critical acclaimed box office hit science-fiction movie, Film/TheTerminator.
** "Microphony" makes several references to Disney's Frozen's popular songs, in which Aster sings all of them, with Geneva, Mrs Bubkes, as cameos, For instance: Love is A Carrot Nose (Love is An Open Door), Do You Want to Buy A Beach Ball? (Do You Want to Build a Snowman?), and Let it Melt! (Let It Go!)
** The character of Claude Brulee seems to share similarities with Creator/GordonRamsay, among other famous chefs.
** Captain Indestructible is a parody of Franchise/Superman among other superheroes, and can also be an homage to [[Series/HenryDanger Nickelodeon's Captain Man]] with the shared superpower of invincibility.
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** Bowie's intelligence isn't all that consistent. In some episodes, he is quite smart despite being extremely eccentric. In other episodes, he comes across as being almost as stupid as Geneva and Knox (but only almost).
** While Geneva is always somewhat vain and habitually lazy (not to mention ditzy), her overall friendliness varies from episode to episode. In some episodes, she displays a sweet and caring side, while she in other episodes is self-centered through and through.

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** Bowie's intelligence isn't all that consistent. In some episodes, he is quite smart despite being extremely eccentric. In other episodes, he comes across as being almost as stupid as Geneva and Knox (but only almost).
almost). Additionally, he’ll often agree with insults thrown at him, admitting that he isn’t very good-looking or is rather odd, but on other occasions, he’s shown that he takes pride in his looks and thinks that he’s handsome.
** While Geneva is always somewhat vain and habitually lazy (not to mention ditzy), her overall friendliness varies from episode to episode. In some episodes, she displays a sweet and caring side, while she in other episodes is self-centered through and through. Her intelligence varies as well, as sometimes she seems like she’s simply pretending to be dumb and is actually smart, while on other occasions she’s just an idiot and not much else.
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* RepetitiveName: The name "Knox Knoxford" repeats the "Knox" part twice.
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* AmbitionIsEvil / {{Determinator}}: Candace is very opportunistic and has a fear of failure.

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* AmbitionIsEvil / {{Determinator}}: AmbitionIsEvil: Candace is very opportunistic and has a fear of failure.

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* AmbitionIsEvil / {{Determinator}}: Candace is very opportunistic and has a fear of failure.



** Knox and Slab are DumbMuscle characters who are [[OnlyKnownByTheirNickname known by nicknames derived from their last names]] (Knoxford and Slabinsky). While Slab is a [[TheBully bully]], Knox is a SurferDude.

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** Knox and Slab are DumbMuscle characters who are [[OnlyKnownByTheirNickname known by nicknames derived from their last names]] (Knoxford and Slabinsky). While Slab is a [[TheBully bully]], Knox is a SurferDude.SurferDude who is friends with the rest of the group.
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* TheDitz: Geneva and Knox, in shades.

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Everyday 14-year-old Jarvis Raines becomes the CEO of a toy company called Knickknack Toys when he sues a toy company over a defective chemistry set that explodes and destroys his house. To help him run the company, Jarvis hires some kids from his high school: Piper Gray, a "hacker chick"; Bowie Sherman, the [[TheSmartGuy smart guy]] of the group; Geneva Hayes, the pretty but ditzy receptionist; Malcom "Knox" Knoxford III, the company's product safety tester; and Aster Vanderberg, the self-proclaimed "King of Swag" that serves as the company's chief design officer.
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Everyday 14-year-old Jarvis Raines becomes the CEO of a toy company called Knickknack Toys when he sues a toy company over a defective chemistry set that explodes and destroys his house. To help him run the company, Jarvis hires some kids from his high school: Piper Gray, a "hacker chick"; Bowie Sherman, the [[TheSmartGuy smart guy]] of the group; Geneva Hayes, the pretty but ditzy receptionist; Malcom "Knox" Knoxford III, the company's product safety tester; and Aster Vanderberg, the self-proclaimed "King of Swag" that serves as the company's chief design officer.
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officer. Jarvis' first act as CEO of Knickknack Toys is firing Candace (Ellie Harvie), the former CEO who is determined to get the company back and spies on it disguised as a cleaning lady.
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* TheDitz: Geneva and Knox, in shades.



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** Candace & Principal Tater are both the ButtMonkey adults that no one likes, Dang & Ms. Bubkes are both the cleaning person/janitor employees and Byrne, Candace and Bubkes are all old ladies.

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** Candace & Principal Tater are both the ButtMonkey adults that no one likes, Dang & Ms. Bubkes are both the cleaning person/janitor employees and Byrne, Candace and Bubkes are all old ladies.employees.


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* ManipulativeBitch: Candace gleefully pits members of Knicknack against one another to regain control of the company.


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* RichBitch: Candace is very rude and snobby towards people she considers below her status, taking into account the money and lavish lifestyle she accumulated as a CEO.
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* AbsenteeActor: Jarvis and Piper are the only main characters who appear in every episode.

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