CommanderPhoenix has posted images of 2 previously rumored figures over in Sandtrooper.com’s forums. Head on over for shots of Plo Koon in Cold Weather Gear and Clone Trooper Echo from Clone Wars Season 3.
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Sponsor News: Past Generation Toys
Coming soon – a brand new Past Generation Toys website!! Details coming soon! Lots of pre-orders listed! Check them out below!
Star Wars Saga Legends – Includes Boba Fett, Death Star Trooper, Mace Windu (E3), Destroyer Droid, Obi-Wan Kenobi (E3), Spacetrooper, Stormtrooper, Super Battle Droid (E3).
Gentle Giant Statues and Busts – Tons of Marvel (yes, we said Marvel!) and Star Wars pre-orders!
Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon – Over 60 items available for pre-order!!
Captain America – We have pre-orders for Series 2 of the Deluxe Series and Waves 3 and 4 for the basic Action figures line!
Marvel Universe – Series 14 and Super Hero 3-Pack Team Packs are available for pre-order (Very Cool).
Toyguide Update: Rocket-Firing Boba Fett (VCP03)
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the Rocket-Firing Boba Fett Mailaway Exclusive from the Vintage Collection.
PROS: Hasbro has done an amazing job at re-creating the original Boba Fett. The sculpt and paint operations are very crisp and well executed. Looks gorgeous on the Vintage card.
CONS: The figure suffers from balance issues due to the incorporation of the rocket-firing feature. The ankles also seem to be sculpted in an angle that makes standing (without the aid of a display stand) a challenge. Hand sculpt (right hand) for holding the blaster is too wide and thus is prone to dropping the weapon. Despite this flaws, this figure is not one to pass on.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebook and in our forums.
Galactic Heroes AT-ST Found!
Yakface forum member AaylaSecurasMan writes today to let us and fans of Galactic Heroes know that he found the delayed AT-ST has his Phoenix, AZ Toys”R”Us on Friday. Great find!
Toyguide Update: VC21 Gamorrean Guard
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the Gamorrean Guard from the Vintage Collection’s Return of the Jedi wave (Wave 3).
PROS: One of the top offerings by Hasbro, action figure wise, in recent years. Everything from the sculpt to the paint and likeness hit their mark. Well accessorized and the fuzzy loincloth is the drool on the cake.
CONS: A tough figure to find at retail for some and thus fetches a pretty penny on eBay. Furry loincloth has a tendency to poof up when removed from the package and also sheds fibers when handled.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebook and in our forums.
Republic Attack Shuttle “In Play” Images
Our friends at Jedi Temple Archives have posted a gallery of images showcasing the versatile play features of the upcoming Clone Wars Republic Attack Shuttle. Head on over to see what this vehicle/playset is really capable of as well as a comparison shot showing how it measures up to the other large vehicles in the Clone Wars line.
New Exclusive B-Wing Photos
Yakface forum member Gorkoracking was kind enough to post a new, clearer image of the box for the Kmart Exclusive B-Wing in our forum along with a loose shot showcasing the slightly weathered deco as well. Head in for a closer look!
Figrin D’an Life-Size Bust Available Today
A friendly reminder that the life size bust for Figrin D’an goes on sale this afternoon. Until then, take a look at their photo gallery for what is sure to be a conversation starter when on display in your collection! Also, don’t forget that Figrin D’an 12-inch figure will be available for pre-order today as well.
Toyguide Update: “Rebel Set” (Target Excl.)
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with final exclusive “Special Action Figure Set” from Target for the Vintage Collection. Rounding out this series is the “Rebel Set” featuring 2-1B, Leia (Hoth Outfit) and the Rebel Commando.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and a breakdown of this set to judge for yourself whether it’s worth adding to your collection.
You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebook and in our forums.
New Tauntaun Rumor Confirmed
Sandtroopers.com forum member Gorkoracing has come through again today, this time with an image of a prototype for an all new Tauntaun that has been rumored for some time. Judging by that broken horn, this also confirms the recent rumor whereas this should include an all new Luke Skywalker in Hoth Battle Gear! Head on over to the Sandtroopers Forum for a closer look!