It’s been a busy couple days in the Yakface photolab so while we get our next round of Toyguide updates prepared, head on over to our facebook page to check out a preview of the AOTC wave (wave) of the Vintage Collection and then watch for these figures to be added to our toyguide in the next few days.
The Yakface Toyguide updates continue today with the addition of Commander Gree from the Vintage Collection.
PROS: A reissue of a figure sculpt that was ahead of its time in 2008. Looks gorgeous on a Vintage-style card.
CONS: None
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The Yakface Toyguide updates continue today with the addition of the Stormtrooper from the Vintage Collection.
PROS: The basic stormtrooper receives upgraded articulation (ball-jointed hips) borrowed from the recent VC14 Sandtrooper Includes a bonus DLT-19 Heavy Blaster Rifle for extra crowd suppression.
CONS: The oversized (and inaccurate) helmet is way too loose when fit over the head. Error on the card back depicting the “original” release as being from “The Empire Strikes Back“. We all know it was on a 12-back “Star Wars” card in 1978.
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The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Clone Trooper (212th Battalion) from the Vintage Collection.
PROS: Utilizes the enhanced articulation body we received most recently with the VC15 Clone Trooper. Hasbro finally gave us the Evolution molds for both weapons here – which are awesome in my book. Corrected belt orientation looks to have carried over from the VC15 Clone Trooper as well.
CONS: The helmet displays signs of discoloration (yellowing). Paint masks seem a bit off for the black details on helmet as well (at least on this sample). Lacks the weathering effect that worked on the TSC version. Orange (212th Battalion) color flashes do not match the most recent release of Commander Cody.
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Sideshow Collectibles has updated tonight with a product teaser for the upcoming Emperor Palpatine with Imperial Throne. Look for the full details surrounding this amazing collectible on Feb 1, with pre-orders starting on Feb. 3.
Star Wars Action News’ Berent was at Downtown Disney last Sunday for the release of the Disney Star Wars Vinylmation figures. Listen this week as Berent reports from in line, talking to other Star Wars fans anxiously awaiting the release of the Vinylmation figures, and then provides us with a hands-on review of these new, hot toys. Then listen in to Berent’s exclusive interview with Mike Sullivan, the artist and designer behind the Star Wars Vinylmation figures who was on hand at Disney to interview these figures for devoid fans. And if that’s not enough, we have a chance for you to win a signed Super-Chaser Ghost Obi-Wan Kenobi figure! If you want to win this incredibly hard to find figure, listen to find out how to win!
Also this week, Arnie and Marjorie discuss the latest price hikes on Hasbro figures at retail stores, and review the Funko Boba Fett lamp.
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Our friends at JediNews have scored some great images of some upcoming Vintage Collection figures from Hasbro at UK Toy Fair – be sure to check them out at JediNews!
After that, be sure to share your thoughts on what look to be some awesome figures in the forums.
Tonight we take a close look at one of the most amazing dioramas I have ever seen on the web – a full scale Battle of Hoth custom diorama created by expert customizer Ares X.
In my opinion, this thing easily rivals the official Hasbro scene we saw on display last year – be sure to take some time to check out all the great images that he has to share with our readers after the jump!
Hungarian Star Wars collecting web-site csillagokhaboruja.com has posted the first image from the UK Toyfair showing off the Republic Attack Ship (with exclusive pilot). Head on over for a look and thanks to YodasNews.com for the heads up!
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Han Solo (Yavin Ceremony) from the Vintage Collection.
PROS: A decent iteration of our favorite scoundrel from A New Hope. Nice to finally have a ceremony version (sort of) to accompany Luke.
CONS: Sculpt for the shirt entirely wrong for the scene intended to be recreated. Still missing the thigh strap for the holster that was present on the superior 2004 VOTC sculpt.
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