I see that the half as long season had a half as long as should have been episode. For a episode that was basically a musical, and played out like a stage musical (Complete with jumping around to set pieces as opposed to making a continuous story), I think it was fairly good. If it wasn't for the fact it felt like they put hyper drives on it. If it wasn't a musical, I'd probably say it was a lot worse.
I used toys to play wargames as a kid, and would probably do so again if I was given a chance. Thus playmobils, action figures, micro-machines, and legos were ideal for that. The barbie I had got its hair burned off. I have no interest in purchasing pony toys, though purchasing a Tardis mug has come to me.