We are saddened to learn the passing of Stanley Opiel II due to COVID-19. He has participated for many years in the community as a talented customizer and we’ve exchanged many public and private conversations regarding customizing and Star Wars collecting in general. We send our condolences to his family and friends during this painful time.
JediInsider is reporting a rumor regarding the addition of Ponda Baba and Dr. Evazon to the Black Series line sometime in 2021. Head on over for their scoop.
Walmart is sending out mass cancellation notices for to those who preordered the exclusive TVC Din Djarin with The Child set. No word on how or if this will be remedied.
The other day, I teased on Instagram regarding new Legends figures coming to the Black Series line in 2021 and today I heard again about the possibility of Jaxxon being made for the line as well as 3 additional characters that were originally created pre-acquisition of Lucasfilm by Disney and should all be fan channel exclusives. Some interesting choices for sure but this one was the most surprising.
Update: It appears Jaxxon was rumored on JediInsider back on Dec. 24.
Looks like there is a pretty distinct variant of the new 6″ Black Series Archive Han Solo (Hoth) figures. There is a light brown jacket version and a dark brown jacket version. Thanks to BradPitt on Discord for posting the image.
Instagram follower Kyke B reports picking up two new 6″ Black Series Rey (Dark Side Vision) figures from GameStop and it looks like they’ve updated her hilt color to be the silver color (shown right). The first shipment were release with a morse bronze coloration (shown left).
Target has lifted the April 1 street date imposed on the new 6″ Black Series Archive wave hitting stores now. Price is set at $19.99 and the DPCI: 087-16-5540. Thanks to TargetGod for the confirmation.
It appears that the 5″ Galaxy of Adventures line has a little life left in it as today I found a new listing for an upcoming Mandalorian figure for the line. No word as to which armor he’ll be released in but it’s a safe bet that it will probably be his full beskar look.
Today is the official kickoff of the newest era is Star Wars publishing – The High Republic. Set two hundred years prior to the prequels and spread across 3 phases, The High Republic explores the galaxy when the Jedi were at their height of power. Visit Starwars.com for the full details including concept art, databank entries and more.
Once again I join Jason, Chris, Matt, Ryan and Jake from Galaxy of Toys to rundown our selections for the Best and Worst Star Wars products released in 2020.