Hasbro today has announced a new 6″ scale figures dubbed Star Wars “The Black Series”.

After 35 years of fantastic plastic standing tall in pop culture at 3¾ inches, Hasbro is releasing the Star Wars Black Series this year, beginning a new set of 6-inch figures that will feature more articulation and an increased attention to detail.

Priced at $19.99 each, eight figures are planned for 2013 — Hasbro will primarily draw characters from the original Star Wars trilogy of films while also bringing in key players from the prequels.

For the full details head to USA Today, then discuss your thoughts on this all new line in our forums.