Category Archives: Collecting News

Hasbro Reverses Course on PFP – Window to Return to TBS


Hasbro has issued a statement today that windowed packaging will be return to the Black Series lines (and others) later this year. Thanks to Bantha Skull for the alert.

We wanted to share an update on packaging for Hasbro’s 6-inch-scale figures. Based on your feedback, we will be re-introducing windows and blisters to our 6-inch fan figures beginning later this year, into 2024 for select products across our portfolio of brands, including, G.I. Joe Classified, Power Rangers Lightning Collection, Star Wars Black Series and Marvel Legends. This will eventually expand to all new 6-inch figure releases.

The new windows and blisters will be made from bio PET or recycled PET helping us achieve our priority of meeting our fans’ expectations for extraordinary packaging and superior design while still developing packaging that minimizes waste and the use of virgin plastic.

Thank you again for being one of our biggest fans and for your continued support of Hasbro.

Hot Toys 1:6 Scale C-3PO with Salacious Crumb (ROTJ)

Hot Toys has also announced a new 1:6 scale C-3PO with Salacious Crumb figure for the 40th Anniversary of Return of the Jedi:

The 1/6th scale C-3PO™ collectible figure is made with diecast metal material and features detailed mechanical design, skillfully applied metallic paint applications, LED light-up eyes, an interchangeable damaged face, specially designed figure base, and Jabba the Hutt™’s noxious pet Salacious Crumb™.

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Watch for preorders to open soon.

Hot Toys 1:6 Scale Deluxe Darth Vader (ROTJ)

Hot Toys has announced their new 1:6 Scale Darth Vader figure for the 40th Anniversary of Return of the Jedi:

The highly-accurate collectible figure features meticulously crafted Darth Vader™ helmet with complex interior mechanical detail, a stunning likeness of Anakin Skywalker™, highly detailed armor and skillfully tailored body suit, LED light-up chest panel and belt, an LED light-up lightsaber, and a themed figure base!

This Deluxe Version exclusively include an interchangeable light-up helmeted head inspired by Darth Vader™ shocked by Force Lightning, a staircase diorama base, and figure base arms for additional display options!

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This figure is also available as a standard edition withouth the LED interchangeable helmet, display base and diorama display.

Watch for preorders to open soon.

Making Sense of TVC Waves for 2023

There is A LOT of piecemeal ordering in effect for the Vintage Collection as Hasbro has spread out preorders to span multiple waves (again). Here is the info I have compiled* for now, including another wave yet to be offered. The bolded figures listed in each wave are currently available for individual preorder. Click on through for the breakdown.

Continue reading Making Sense of TVC Waves for 2023

Sponsor News: New TBS and TVC Figures Now Available for Preorder

Preorders are now open for the Deluxe Black Series Krrsantan and Vintage Collection Luke Skywalker (Jedi Academy) from The Book of Boba Fett via our sponsors and affiliates.

Deluxe Black Series Krrsantan – $33.99 U.S.
Entertainment Earth*
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Aussie Syfi Collectables (Australia)

Vintage Collection Luke Skywalker (Jedi Academy) – $16.99 U.S.
Entertainment Earth*
Amazon
Aussie Syfi Collectables (Australia)

*Code FREESHIP59 gets you free shipping on orders over $59
and code YAKFACE gets you free shipping and 10% off in-stock merchandise

Mando Mania: Deluxe Black Series Krrsantan from TBOBF Revealed

Hasbro has revealed today an all new Deluxe Black Series Krrsantan from The Book of Boba Fett today as part of Mando Mania. Preorders start tomorrow at 1pm ET at various retailers for $33.99. Hopefully the TVC version is not too far behind! Head to CBR.com for additionall details and images.

Update: Price revised to $33.99 from $39.99

Update: Regal Robot Reveals Archive Collection Yak Face 1:1 Concept Maquette Replica

Limited to just 125 busts, this signature edition Saelt-Marae™ aka Yak Face™ bust maquette* is part of our Star Wars™ Archive Collection, a continuation and expansion of our work creating authentic replicas with impeccable lineage.

With hands-on access to the original film artifact and high resolution 3D scanning, our team crafted a faithful recreation of the Judy Elkins-sculpted concept maquette for this fan-favorite alien character from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi™.

For additional details, check out RegalRobot.com.

*This may or may not look like me in the morning.

Update: Now available for preorder

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