Hot Toys was out in full force at San Diego Comic-Con revealing several new pieces including the eerily lifelike 1:6 Scale Luke Skywalker from The Force Awakens. Head on over to SideshowToy.com for a huge gallery of Star Wars items and more.
SDCC 2016: Black Series Titanium Series Helmets
Also revealed during the panel, wave 3 of the Black Series Titanium Series Helmet. They include Sabine with Darth Vader (Star Wars Rebels and Boushh with Boba Fett. Click the image for a closer look.
UPDATE: Hasbro Reveals 5 New 6″ Black Series Figures
Hasbro has unveiled 5 new 6″ Black Series figures at today’s SDCC panel. They are:
Qui-Gon Jinn
Hera Syndulla
Tusken Raider
Lando Calrissian
Emperor’s Royal Guard
and the Fans’ Choice winner was Jaina Solo
UPDATE: Added general release Obi-Wan “Ben” Kenobi”
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Exclusive 3.75″ Astromech Set Available in UK
The recently announced Entertainment Exclusive 3.75″ Astromech Set will be available in the UK through Forbidden Planet for £84.99.
Thanks to @PhilJones77 via Twitter for the info.
That’s A Wrap! Episode VIII Officially Finished Filming
StarWars.com has announced that the last scene for Episode VIII has been filmed and the anticipated sequel has officially wrapped production (aside from some pick ups and reshoots I would imagine). Now the long wait until December 2017.
Princess Leia: We Like What You Got!
Hasbro has updated their booth with a few more Black Series figures like Darth Revan and Sabine, but what drew our attention was the much-improved look of the 6″ Princess Leia Organa tweeted out by Hasbro themselves. A far cry from what was shown at Celebration Europe last week.
PG Member Exclusive Holiday BB-8 Mini Bust
Continuing the long tradition of holiday-themed mini busts, Gentle Giant has revealed and is now taking preorder for the Holiday BB-8 mini bust. Open to PG Member only, this seasonal version of BB-8 features a permanently mounted string of multi-color decorative lights.
PG Member have until August 10 to reserve your bust, and as with others in the past, they tend to sell through quickly.
SDCC 2016: Rogue One Figures To Be Revealed Tomorrow
Last year’s SDCC was a bit of a letdown as product for The Force Awakens was kept heavily under wraps until Force Friday (and the preceding leaks). This year, it looks like the mystery box won’t be under lock and key as much as Hasbro is set to reveal new products from Rogue One starting tomorrow.
Image courtesy of @slashfilm
The Return of Maul and X-wing Luke?
No, it’s not a synopsis for a Season 3 episode of Star Wars Rebels, Arnie from Star Wars Action News has posted word that Hasbro is interesting in getting the sought after 6″ Black Series Darth Maul and X-wing Pilot Luke Skywalker back to retail.
You can see Arnie’s exact quote on their Facebook page.
Exclusive 6″ Black Series Astromech Droids Now Available
ToysRUs is now taking orders for their exclusive 6″ Black Series Astromech Droids Set for $54.99
Thanks to Corey from First Order Transmissions/The Cargo Hold for the heads up.