1808-second window · 3 observations · Measured Oct 12, 2026, 2:49 PM UTC · Provider: go_recent_snapshot_v2
Stray Kids Market SKZOO Pre-Orders Open for THIS & THAT
Stray Kids opened pre-orders Oct 12 for the Market SKZOO version of THIS & THAT (out Oct 22). Measured 698.8 posts/hour spike tied to official drops plus RUN
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What changed
Stray Kids’ official account released multiple announcements on October 12, 2026 for pre-orders of the MARKET SKZOO version of the THIS & THAT mini-album, driving a measured spike in discussion around the hashtag. The version features individual SKZOO character editions with plush items and is scheduled for release on October 22. TrendsAGI measured a rate of 698.8 posts per hour over a short observation window ending at 2026-10-12T14:49:11Z, with a latest snapshot volume of 1531 posts.
| Observation time (UTC) | Measured posts/hour | Snapshot volume |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-12T14:49:11Z | 698.8 | 1531 |
The same day coincides with continuing attention on the RUN IT world tour Tokyo Dome live cinema viewing (tickets on sale October 14) and ongoing pre-orders for the 2027 Season’s Greetings Paper Tale set.
Why this topic may be moving
Official posts from the Stray Kids account on October 12 detailed the MARKET SKZOO version of THIS & THAT, listing individual character editions (Wolf Chan, Leebit, DWAEKKI, Jiniret, HAN QUOKKA, BbokAri, PuppyM, FoxI.Ny, and TASY) plus a set option. Retailers and fan shops simultaneously opened pre-order listings for the FANS ALBUM format, which pairs a QR registration card with a SKZOO plush keyring housed in a fabric market-style bag, photocards, and credits.
Billboard reported that tickets for the Stray Kids World Tour ‘RUN IT’ Live Viewing—from the Tokyo Dome shows—go on sale October 14 for the November cinema event. Pre-orders for the 2027 Season’s Greetings titled Paper Tale remain open through mid-October. The coordinated timing of the new album version drop with these concurrent merch and tour-related items produced the observed social velocity.
Coordinated official drops of a collectible SKZOO album version, cinema ticket countdown, and Season’s Greetings create layered reasons for fans to post, share shop links, and discuss priorities in the same short window—amplifying a single announcement into sustained conversation.
Why it matters
For STAYs and K-pop chart watchers, the MARKET SKZOO release adds a new physical-adjacent collectible to an already successful THIS & THAT cycle. Wikipedia notes the EP as Stray Kids’ tenth mini-album supporting the RUN IT world tour. The FANS ALBUM format registers digitally via QR while still counting as an official album unit for sales tracking under current chart rules, giving collectors both a plush item and chart contribution.
The measured 698.8 posts/hour rate quantifies real-time intensity of the fan response to the official posts—something later news summaries cannot capture. Industry observers and merch resellers can use the signal to gauge demand for character-specific versions and anticipate stock pressure. Casual searchers gain a consolidated timeline of the October 12 announcements alongside the Tokyo Dome cinema and Paper Tale windows.
The signal establishes that official content drops drove the volume increase; it cannot establish exact global hashtag rank, first-hour pre-order totals, or whether any unannounced factor contributed.
What to watch next
- Pre-order sell-through rates and character-version availability at major shops through the October 22 release.
- Ticket demand and regional cinema listings once the October 14 sale for the RUN IT Tokyo Dome live viewing opens.
- Any additional official updates tying SKZOO market-themed items to tour merch or further THIS & THAT variants.
- Post-release chart tracking for the Market SKZOO contribution relative to earlier THIS & THAT formats.
Practical next checks: confirm local shipping cut-offs for the FANS ALBUM before release day, and note the exact ticket sale time in your time zone for the cinema event.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Stray Kids Market SKZOO version of THIS & THAT?
It is a FANS ALBUM edition of the group’s tenth mini-album featuring a SKZOO plush keyring inside a fabric market bag, a set of member photocards, a QR registration card for digital playback via the FANS app, and album credits. Nine character versions exist, one for each member’s SKZOO plus TASY.
When do pre-orders open and when is the release date?
Pre-orders opened on October 12, 2026 following official announcements. The release date is October 22, 2026.
What does each SKZOO version include (plush, photocard, QR)?
Each version includes one SKZOO plush keyring in a market-style fabric bag with clasp, a photocard set, a QR card for FANS ALBUM registration, a user guide, and credits. It is not a physical CD.
How does this version count for charts?
As an official album release in FANS ALBUM format, purchases count toward sales charts in the same manner as other THIS & THAT editions under current tracking rules. Standalone merch does not.
When do tickets go on sale for the Tokyo Dome cinema live viewing?
According to Billboard, tickets for the Stray Kids World Tour ‘RUN IT’ Live Viewing go on sale October 14 for the November cinema broadcast from Tokyo Dome.
What is the Paper Tale Season's Greetings concept?
Paper Tale is the title of Stray Kids’ 2027 Season’s Greetings set. Pre-orders opened earlier in October and close mid-month; the package includes calendar, scheduler, photobook, photocards, and related paper-themed items.
Methodology and limitations
TrendsAGI measured a rate of 698.8 posts per hour using three stored observations across an exact 1808-second window ending at the snapshot time of 2026-10-12T14:49:11Z, when volume stood at 1531 posts. The figure is a measured snapshot rate for that window only; it is not a live rate, forecast, reach, engagement total, or unique-user count. The signal links the volume rise to the official MARKET SKZOO announcements and concurrent tour/merch activity verified through public posts and reporting from Billboard. It cannot confirm exact hashtag ranking, precise pre-order volume, or rule out every other possible contributor. Readers should cross-check official channels for the latest shop links, ticket times, and chart rules.
Sources
- Stray Kids (Wikipedia) — en.wikipedia.org
- ‘Stray Kids World Tour ‘RUN IT’ Live Viewing’ Coming To Theaters Next Month (Billboard) — billboard.com
Image: Stray Kids by K-POPIT 케이팝잇, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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