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Episode 377: Read My Lips, No New Figures

Marjorie and Arnie discuss Droid Factory’s cancellation, new online orders, and the Sithmas gift exchange gifts!

Star Wars Action News is back with its first show of 2013.  Join hosts Marjorie and Arnie as they discuss the big news revealed by Hasbro last week–the Droid Factory line of figures, slated for early 2013, has been cancelled.  Where does this leave action figure collectors, and what will the long-term impact be to the line?  Listen to find out their thoughts!
But despite no Droid Factory figures, new Star Wars toys are available online and in stores.  In this week’s podcast Marjorie and Arnie review the four new mini-rig vehicles released by Hasbro for 2013, the 501st Legion Attack Dropship, the MTT Droid Fighter, the 501st Legion AT-RT, and Yoda’s Jedi Attack Fighter.  Now coming with two figures, and a higher price point, listen to find out if you should hunt these for your collection.
With a Jar-Jar-tastic Christmas haul, a new Sideshow 1/6 scale figure, and much more, it’s all in this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!

HeroCross HMF005 Stormtrooper

The HMF #005 Stormtrooper is now shipping from Hong Kong figure maker HeroCross (previously 86 Hero). HMF (Hybrid Metal Figuration) figures are constructed of 70% metal and 30% PVC making them very weighty for their size. The Stormtrooper measures 14cm tall, features over 20 points of articulation and includes 3 pairs interchangeable hands and blaster and retails for about $85.00 (US).

Click on through to check out an image gallery for this unique collectible and watch for more HeroCross Star Wars figures to be added to this line in the future.

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