Scott “ICMG” Pearson has posted a great gallery of images for the new AOTC wave over in JediDefender’s forums. Hasbro has given us a great follow up to the extremely well received ROTJ wave. Give them a look see!
Category Archives: Collecting News
Facebook First Look: Vintage Wave 5 Preview
Head on over to our facebook page to check out a preview of wave 5 of the Vintage Collection and then watch for these figures to be added to our toyguide in the next few days.
More Republic Attack Shuttle Confirmation
Our friends at Rebelscum have received an image captured from Toy News magazine that confirms rumors and speculation of a Republic Atatck Shuttle for the Clone Wars line. As the Turbo Tank and AT-TE before it, the vehicle will incorporate playset-style features for additional play value. Look for this to be on display at Toy Fair next month (if not leaked on the various fan sites sooner).
Check out the article and be sure to share your thoughts in the forums!
Update: Our friends across the pond at Jedi News have posted a scan from Toys ‘n’ Playthings which again proclaims the imminent arrival of the Clone Wars Republic Attack Shuttle. The article also confirms other new products set to be revealed in a couple weeks at Toy Fair. Check it out.
Yakface and JTA Team Up for Special RDR
We have teamed up with Jedi Temple Archives to provide a guest review for their ongoing Research Droids Reviews series. For our contribution, I take a look at The Saga Collection’s R4-M6 (Mace Windu’s Astromech Droid) to see how it fits into the modern era’s grand scheme of collecting. Head on over to see if you think this astromech worth tracking down if you missed it back in 2007.
A huge thanks to JTA for their generous invitation.
Ralph McQuarrie Concept Vader Bronze Bust
This limited-edition bronze by Gentle Giant Studios commemorates McQuarrie’s original vision for Darth Vader, distinguished by cleaner lines and a distinctive glare. This solid bronze bust is strictly limited to only 100 pieces worldwide. Weighs approximately 8-10lbs. and measures 8″ tall.
For more info visit Gentle Giant’s new blog..
Target Price Hikes
Collectors and kids can be in for an unpleasant surprise next time they want to pick up a Star Wars figure at Target.
As reported by our friends at Jedidefender.com, Target stores have raised the price of their Vintage Collection figures and Legends/Clone Wars figures by another buck.
Share your thoughts on how this price increase could affect your collecting habits in the forums.
Vintage Wave 5 Found?!
You read correctly. According to a recent report by our friends at Rebelscum, wave 5 (the mixed wave) has appeared in Florida, essentially leapfrogging store reports for the Attack of the Clone assortment (wave 4). So, it looks that there are even more figure to hunt for on your daily toy runs. Nice distribution Pawtucket!
Battle Over Endor Pre-Orders Canceled?
Yak Reader John Hurd writes in with some disturbing news regarding pre-orders for the Toys”R”Us exclusive “Battle Over Endor” multi-packs.
All pre-orders from Toys”R”Us will be canceled for the Battle of Endor per Toys”R”Us. I called them and inquired. It wil be put back online when they get them and know how many they will be getting. Supposedly they are getting less than what they were pre-ordered allowed. So everyone will be canceled.
For those that pre-ordered these sets, has this been your experience as well? Let us know in our forums or on facebook.
501st Legion Clone Trooper Life Size Bust
Sideshow Collectibles is also teasing the recently revealed 501st Legion Vader’s Fist Clone Trooper Life Size Bust. Look for full product reveal for this high-end piece on January 18th and go up for pre-order on the 20th.
12″ Clone Trooper Sergeant Up For Pre-Order
Sideshow Collectibles has made the 12″ Clone Trooper Sergeant available for pre-order. This latest edition to the Militaries of Star Wars line features a ton of accessories – including multiple sets of signaling hands, detailed armor and super articulated body. Get your order in today – AND THAT’S AN ORDER!