Funko today has announced their next assortment of 6″ Legacy Collection figures – Magic: The Gathering. Might serve as a great base for customizing. Click on through for the press release and images.
Seekers of the Dark Relic Photonovel
An all new adventure in The Enloe Trials photonovel series picks back up today, as Rykrof Enloe and his team of Rebels attempt to recover an ancient Sith artifact from a destroyed Imperial research facility on Dathomir.
Rykrof will discover he’s in for much more than he expected as the mission quickly falls apart; as Darth Vader has taken an interest in recovering the relic as he leads his best troops into battle on the planet.
Head on over to the forums for the full adventure after the jump!
Darth Maul: Son of Dathomir Released Today
For fans looking for some resolution to the Darth Maul story arc can now start to find closure as Star Wars: Darth Maul – Son of Dathomir #1 hits store (and digital) shevles today.
Getting cut in half by Obi-Wan Kenobi and being rejected by his former Sith master Darth Sidious isn’t going to defeat Darth Maul. In fact, it only makes him mad enough to take on the galaxy—with an army of Mandalorians!
A part of The Clone Wars season 6 you never saw!
Head on over to DarkHorse.com for a preview
Toyguide Update: Disney Store Exclusive Talking Han Solo
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with our next entry for the Disney Store exclusive large scale talking figures. We continue with the fun, but flawed Han Solo.
PROS: The overall sculpt is great with a decent resemblance to a youthful Harrison Ford and captures the iconic look of his smuggler outfit. Articulation is similar to the stormtrooper with 13 POA, but Han has upgraded ball-jointed hips for a far better range of poses. Features 19 high-quality sound effects that are pulled right from A New Hope and are very clear, very loud. SFX activation buttons are well hidden and don’t distract from the overall design of the figure. Battery access is hidden behind his removable vest which also help hide the screw holes in his back.
CONS: Where the glossiness of the plastic benefitted the stormtrooper, it really detracts from Han, giving him a sweaty, oily look that honestly cheapens the look of the whole piece. I’d rate this as my least favorite of the four talking figures.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery (and SFX demo) and judge for yourself whether this piece is worth adding to your collection.
You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebook and in our forums.
First New Episode VII Alien Revealed
In the announcement video for the Episode VII Force for Change Campaign, we get our first look at a new alien species to appear in the film. It looks very much like a return to the roots of Star Wars where physical characters, traditional makeup and puppetry will get the spotlight.
FANS HAVE A CHANCE TO BE IN STAR WARS: EPISODE VII
FANS HAVE A CHANCE TO BE IN STAR WARS: EPISODE VII
J.J. Abrams Announces “Force for Change” Campaign to Benefit UNICEF’s Innovation Labs and Programs
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Sponsor News: DorksideToys
No need to seek an audience with the mighty Jabba, he’s here in our store for pre-order along with the gorgeous Speeder Bike & Biker Scout. Brand new Walking Dead, and excellent Marvel Legends deals are also current hot ticket items., so check out all that’s in stock this week, and available for pre-order at Dorksidetoys.com.
Toyguide Update: 212th Battalion Clone Trooper (Droid Factory)
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume with a series of entries covering the Amazon Exclusive Droid Factory Set of Legacy Collection figures. We continue with the addition of the 212th Battalion Clone Trooper.
PROS: Hasbro is slowly but surely getting the rainbow of clone troopers re-released on the original TVC Clone Trooper (Phase I) body. Surprisingly, this clone features a nice bit of weathering – not too much – not too little. Addresses and corrects the TVC version which had the awful helmet discoloration issues.
CONS: Helmet is a bit puffy, like he’s wearing a marshmallow for a bucket. Orange seems far too vibrant when compared to the in-film clone.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebook and in our forums.
Medicom MAFEX Darth Vader Coming Soon
Originally teased back in February, Medicom has revealed that their first Star Wars product for their super-articulated MAFEX line will be Darth Vader. Look for the full official announcement soon.
H/T to Flyguy for heads-up.
Vinylmation Series 4 Available at DisneyStore.com
Also available today from the DisneyStore.com are the Disney Vinylmation Series 4 figures. They can be purchased individually (random, limit 8) for $12.95 each or purchased as a full case for $310.80