As a follow up to Jedi Temple Archives report earlier this week, Yakface reader Mike writes in with word that he found the updated Saga Legends Jango Fett at his local Target in Las Vegas so it looks like it has now officially it the US.
Category Archives: Collecting News
AOTC Wave Pre-Order at Entertainment Earth
Yakface sponsor Entertainment Earth has placed the new Vintage Collection AOTC wave up for pre-order on their site. Get your orders in today!
Defense of Hoth/Attack on Hoth Battle Pack Images
Yakface forum member “leebo” has posted some great loose images of the Target exclusive Defense of Hoth and Attack on Hoth Battle Packs in our forums. Head on in to see what is new and different in the two sets.
New AOTC Wave Images at Sandtroopers
Our friends at Sandtroopers have again come through with additional images for the Attack of the Clone wave, this time featuring carded and loose shots of Mace Windu, Senate Guard and the Super Battle Droid. March on over for a closer look.
New Target DPCIs
Our friends at JediDefender have posted a new list of Target DPCIs slated for feature on a Star Wars endcap in the next week or so. Head on over for the complete breakdown.
New Hoth Battle Packs Found
News is coming in that collectors have already begun to find the new Target Exclusive Battle Packs, retailing at $39.99. Be on the lookout if you’re wanting to add the Rebel or Imperial set to your collection – and it never hurts to try the DPCI trick, which is 087-06-2249 as both sets share the same number.
Jango Fett Saga Legends Variant Confirmed
Our friends at Jedi Temple Archives have received photographic evidence that Jango Fett has been upgraded to the “as advertised” TAC #57 sculpt. Prior versions utilized the 2002 Saga #13 Jango sculpt. Head on over to JTA for a closer look.
Update: It looks like this piece wasn’t found in the US (yet) but in Australia. Hopefully we’ll see it here soon.
NEW Star Wars Specials at TRU This Week
Toys”R”Us updates their sales this week with a nice discount on the NEW Rise of Boba Fett Ultimate Battle Pack and it is now $89.99! (A $10 to $20 savings depending on your store’s pricing) Also this week, the Radio Controlled Hailfire Droid is marked down to $49.99 (from $59.99). And as we reported earlier this week, the Exclusive Nikto Guard is now free with a Star Wars purchase over $30.00.
New Battle Packs Hitting Retail
Two of the more impressive Clone Wars Battle Packs this year are starting to show up at both Wal-Mart and Toys”R”Us stores. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled if you’re looking for either the Clone Wars ARC Troopers Battle Pack or the Mandalorian Troopers Battle Pack!
Uncle Milton Educational Toys Reviewed
Our friends at Jedidefender.com have reviewed some of the new Uncle Milton Star Wars educational toys – definitely worth a read. Head on over there and learn more about this line after the jump!