S.H.Figurarts has revealed the next Star Wars figure for their 6″ scale line: Obi-Wan Kenobi (Attack of the Clones). It is scheduled for a November 2016 release.
Thanks to Sith_fire30 for the heads-up.
UPDATE: Hot Toys 1:6 Scale Yoda Figure
Hot Toys has revealed the full details for their forthcoming 1:6 scale Yoda figure and it looks gorgeous!
UPDATE: Yoda is now up for preorder at Sideshow Collectibles.
6″ Red Squadron Astromech Set Hits eBay
The as-of-yet-to-be-officially-announced 6″ Black Series “Red Squadron” Astromech Set has popped up on eBay and is currently going for a ridiculous price. As we all wait for an official comment on this set, head on over to check out some clearer images.
UPC#: 630509432998
Asst#: B7695
Premium Format First Order Stormtrooper Preorder
Sideshow has launched preorders for their Premium Format First Order Stormtrooper figure. If interested, be sure to use our affiliate link in order secure the exclusive version.
What’s In the Box?: Smuggler’s Bounty Unboxing
If you didn’t catch our live unboxing last night of the latest Smuggler’s Bounty “Bounty Hunters” box from Funko, you can check it out now as we reveal what is right (and wrong) in this release.
Dagobah Yoda & R2-D2 ArtFX+ Set
Big Bad Toy Store is now taking preorders for a new ArtFX+ set featuring Yoda and R2-D2 complete with Dagobah weathering. As a bonus, you also get a translucent Force Ghost Yoda! Look for this to start shipping this November.
UPDATE: Rogue One Data Dump
Everything surrounding Rogue One has been pretty hush-hush up until this point but today a bunch of new information for the next Star Wars film has made its way online. Edelweiss has posted ten 2-page spreads from the upcoming Official Visual Story Guide and it reveals character names, aliens, vehicles and more.
Thanks to Jedi-Bibliothek for the heads-up.
UPDATE: Images removed from Edelweiss
6″ Black Series Astromech 3pk Revealed?
Yakface Reader Eddie J. directs our attention to a very interesting image that has surfaced on Facebook. It depicts an (TRU?) exclusive 6″ Black Series Astromech 3 pk. which includes droids R2-A3, R5-K6 and R2-F2. No additional details are yet available for this set but look more info soon.
Sponsor News: DorksideToys
Civil War was amazing, and we sold out of every single Marvel Legends figure, before the movie was even released. Well the good news is, we have a brand new revision case and sets now available to pre-order. Don’t miss out on some of the figures which others are selling for over $100 each!
Those über cool new Funko POP! tees still have many sizes left, but best to reserve one quickly. We also have plenty of new DC, Marvel, Ghostbusters, & more POP! vinyl in stock and up for pre-order. Impressive new Transformers are also in the house and up for pre-order, and definitely hot sellers. Again don’t miss out, just reserve all these today!
Episode 476: You Don’t Know the MOISTNESS of the Dark Side
May the 4th has come and gone, but for many the credit card hangover still remains. There were new releases from Disney, Sideshow, Gentle Giant, Hot Toys, plus sales at LEGO and more! Biggest of all, the next Star Wars Celebration convention was confirmed! On this week’s podcast Marjorie and Arnie are joined by Ryan and Amy from Star Wars Collecting Cosmos. The four look back on the highs, lows, and purchases of May the 4th, 2016!
Also on this week’s show, Brock reviews the new Star Wars novel BLOODLINE. Taking place between Episode VI and VII, this book had direct input from Lucasfilm to help shape the universe for Episode VIII. Join Brock to find out if this is a must read for you.
With a review of the S.H. Figuarts Captain Phasma, a Darth Vader Humidifier, and a run-down of the perks of being a Jedi Knight or Master, it’s all in this week’s new podcast!