Our friends at Jeditemplearchives recently reported that Wal-Mart stores are starting to clear out their stock of SAGA Legends figures, dropping them down to $3.00 each. I’m seeing the same thing in my neck of the woods. As always, your mileage may vary.
Personal Note: This price drop is puzzling, unless Wal-Mart just feels this line is not worth their time. I can only hope that a signal is being sent to Hasbro that investing in their line with quality, variety and more intelligent case assortments is better in the long run for the health of their brands.
This week we are featuring new pre-orders like the Hawkeye ArtFX+ statue, Akira Yuki 1/6 scale statue and Piccolo Dragonball Z S.H.Figuarts figure! Plus the arrival of the Hoth Han Jumbo Figure and Sandtroopers ARTFX+ 2-pack and more!
Wired has posted a very cool infographic on how LEGO has completely turned around since they started licensing sets – a decision which has lead them to become the most profitable toymaker in the world.
Collectors of Sideshow’s sixth scale line best have their funds in order starting tomorrow as they are preparing to process and ship several items this month. Click on through for the details on what will be hitting your account and when!
UPDATE: Another clone trooper has been added to the release schedule for this month.
The official site has updated today with a feature showcasing six excellent propaganda/patriotic art posters. 2500 people from media outlets were sent a limited edition mailer featuring all six cards in order to spread the word of the Empire. Head on over to StarWars.com to check them out.
Kotobukiya has released new images and info regarding their upcoming ARTFX Mara Jade Bishoujo statue. It will feature alternate lightsaber hilts and blade colors plus an Imperial or Rebel seal for the display base. Click on through to see the latest photos.
Entertainment Earth’s “Wild Wednesday” Deal of the Day has select Jumbo Kenner figures from Gentle Giant discounted up to 40% off. Head on over to check out what is available.
Star Wars Valentines–they’re not just for the playground anymore! For decades there have been packages of Star Wars Valentines Day cards, the type that school children give in the classroom, but as Star Wars fans have grown up so have the gifts you can give to your loved one. From light-up heart-shaped boxes of candy to stuffed Stormtroopers with edible hearts, fans of the original trilogy, the prequels, and even the comics will find items that will make them be yours! On this week’s Star Wars Action News, Marjorie and Arnie run down this year’s cool, new offerings, and say which are great gifts, which should be collected, and what can be skipped.
Also on this week’s show, Brock returns with his review of Maul – Lockdown, the newest Star Wars novel from Death Troopers author Joe Schreiber. This pre-Episode I story focuses on the Sith Apprentice infiltrating a prison to find a secret crime lord. Is this a book worthy of Maul’s fighting skill? Listen to find out!
With The Gingerprince reviewing the Amazon Exclusive Droid Factory wave of figures, Arnie and Marjorie on a vintage figure hunt at the Toy Man Toy Show, and more, it’s all in this week’s Star Wars Action News video podcast!
This week we are featuring new Pre-orders like the Planet of the Apes action figures, Kratos full scale bust & Sin City figures! Also, we’ve received the Talking Plush Tauntaun and the Jumbo Kenner Hoth Han Solo. Click on through for the full list!
