Following up on some previous reports here and here, I received info that the 4 rumored Target Exclusive Black Series figures “SUN”, “SNOW”, “RAIN” and “WIND” are on the way to Target distribution centers and have an expected arrival date in stores on or about May 19. (Street date TBD). It’s a good bet that these will be revealed as part of the May the 4th festivities planned – unless they leak prior to then. It is unknown which figures they all are except for one which I was told is some version of Obi-Wan Kenobi.
Instagram follower Tim S. reports finding the newly announced TVC Reissue wave consisting of Hoth luke, Endor Han, Royal Guard and Admiral Ackbar at his local Target in Grand Rapids, MI.
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The winner of Hasbro’s TVC Vote from the Vault figure poll will be offered as an exclusive as confirmed by BanthaSkull in their recent QNA with the Star Wars Brand Team.
Head on over to the Hasbro Pulse Instagram page to vote for your most wanted reissue. Voting closes April 23.
A couple weeks ago, we told you about the “Cheetah” animal code name discovered as part of the upcoming slate of 2021/2022 Black Series figures. We can now add “Elephant” and “Elk” to the growing list of mystery figures. Thanks to Irwin for the heads up.
Hasbro is continuing on with those minimally articulated “value” figures with the release of The Child with Hover Pram and The Mandalorian. Instagrammer talkingnerdywithdm reports finding trays of these near the checkout of a Walmart in Utah. The tray also includes repacks of Darth Vader, Han Solo, Jedi Luke Skywalker, C-3PO and the First Order Stormtrooper. Priced at $4.98 each.
