Last night, Hasbro officially revealed the first images on the upcoming Obi-Wan Kenobi (Wandering Jedi) figure from the Black Series.
Retail Price: $24.99 / Available Spring 2023
STAR WARS fans and collectors can imagine scenes from the STAR WARS galaxy with this premium THE BLACK SERIES 6-INCH OBI-WAN KENOBI (WANDERING JEDI) figure, inspired by the character in the STAR WARS: OBI-WAN KENOBI series. Obi-Wan Kenobi is set years after the dramatic events of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith where Kenobi faced the corruption of his friend and Jedi apprentice, Anakin Skywalker turned Sith Lord Darth Vader. It also features the great articulation we have come to expect from Black Series, including the butterfly joints which allow more dynamic posing and articulation.
Fans and collectors can display this fully articulated figure, featuring premium deco and poseable head, arms, and legs, in their collection. This STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES figure also comes with 3 entertainment-inspired accessories. Available for pre-order 5/11 at 1:00 PM ET at most major retailers, including Hasbro Pulse
Images have surfaced on Amazon for the upcoming revised Black Series Darth Vader Electronic Helmet from Obi-Wan Kenobi. Look for an official announcement at 10am ET on today’s livestream (perhaps).
On the eve of Star Wars Day, I managed to find info for a new exclusive Black Series figure recently listed in Target’s system. Judging by the pricing of $26.49, it appears to not be a deluxe offering. No word on what it is yet or when it will be available — but that can be said with virtually all Target exclusives right now. We will update with more info when available.
I really wish this came in a TVC set with the Mudhorn
If you have been on the fence on purchasing the Target exclusive TBS Arvala-7 Mandalorian w/ Grogu deluxe pack, Target has marked them down through May 7th to $25.89. You can also grab this online for the same price by clicking here.
LEGO.com has launched their Star Wars Day section including access to special sets like the UCS Landspeeder and exclusives only available to VIPs. Early access for items ends in 3 days.
Hot Toys has posted a preview of their upcoming 1:6 scale R2-D2 and C-3PO figures to commemorate the 20th Anniversary of Attack of the Clones. Watch for preorders this week.
The latest and greatest wave of TVC is starting to pop up at some Target stores in the US, and Entertainment Earth has begun shipping pre-orders. Be on the lookout, and good luck!
If you’ve been able to acquire any of these figures already, share your thoughts!
It’s Star Wars Day! What should we expect in terms of reveals and preorders? Look no further than last year as your rough guideline as to the types and quantities of products announced/revealed and available for preorder the following day on May 5th. For preorders, by my count, we should see about 12 mainline and fan channel items split evenly between the Vintage Collection and Black Series lines. There may be a couple retailer exclusives as well that may or may not throw off that balance.
Next week’s May 4th Fan First Wednesday Livestream kicks off at 10am ET.
