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.
New Hasbro Value Mando and The Child Figures Found at Walmart
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.
TBS Wedge Antilles Helmet Now In U.S. WareHouses
Hot on the heels of yesterday’s reveal, the Black Series Wedge Antilles Battle Simulation Helmet (code names “Couch” & “Hazelnut’) has already reached Hasbro’s distribution warehouse in California as well as GameStop’s warehouse in Kentucky. Like a lot of product in recent months, this may reach collectors prior to its estimated released date of June 2021.
You can preorder this helmet now from our sponsors Entertainment Earth and DorksideToys.
Sponsor News: New TBS and TVC Preorders at DorksideToys
Sponsor DorksideToys is now taking preorders for new TBS and TVC figures revealed today has Hasbro Fan Fest. Place your order today!
Sponsor News: Hasbro Fan Fest Preorders Open at Entertainment Earth
You can now preorders many of the new products revealed today has Hasbro Fan Fest at Sponsor Entertainment Earth. Items include:
Black Series
Aurra Sing
Koska Reeves
General Lando Calrissian
Q9-0
Tech
Wedge Antilles Electronic Helmet
Vintage Collection
Luke Skywalker (Hoth)
Han Solo (Endor)
Imperial Royal Guard
Admiral Ackbar
Scout Trooper (Gaming Greats)
Heavy Battle Droid (Gaming Greats)
Shadow Stormtrooper (Gaming Greats)
Electrostaff Purge Trooper (Gaming Greats) – EE Exclusive
New Reveal: TVC General Merrick’s X-wing
Hasbro sprung a nice surprise on TVC collectors at today;s Hasbro Fan Fest presentation with the reveal of the TVC General Merrick X-wing Fighter with Antoc Merrick from Rogue One. This will be available exclusively through Target in the US.
First Look: TVC Gaming Greats Shadow Stormtrooper and Heavy Battle Droid
ToysRus.ca jumped the gun a bit and has posted images for a couple rumored TVC Gaming Greats figures including the Shadow Stormtrooper from The Force Unleashed and the Heavy Battle Droid from Battlefront II.
Gentle Giant Mandalorian Death Watch Mini Bust – 2021 Showcase Exclusive
As a child, Din Djarin was rescued from an Imperial attack by a band of Mandalorians – members of the Death Watch. Raised in their ranks, he was taught that no one living should ever see his face, not realizing that he was part of a fanatical group within the larger Mandalorian culture. Now, the Death Watch member that saved Din Djarin is captured in a 1/6 Scale Mini-bust! Made of resin, this approximately 7-inch mini-bust features detailed sculpting and paint applications. Limited to only 2,000 pieces, it comes packaged in a full-color box with a numbered certificate of authenticity.
Price is set at $120.00. Preorder yours at GentleGiantLtd.com
TVC Fan Choice “Vault Vote”
As announced at today’s Hasbro Pulse Fan Fest Preview for Hasbro Premium Members, Hasbro will be launching a fans choice poll for one of the five figures above to be reissued from “the vault”. It will be interesting to see who comes out on top.
Rumor Report: New Unrumored 6″ Black Series Figure From The Mandalorian
Word is that there will be a new, previously unrumored, Black Series figure revealed soon as part of the Hasbro Fan Fest. Leave your guesses in the comments as to whom it may be. I’ve already given one hint.