YodasNews is reporting that we can expect a Bossk, C-3PO and Han Solo in Stormtrooper Disguise coming to the 6″ Black Series line. They are also stating that soon, retailers will be able to order full cases of figures including Stormtroopers and Boba Fett. Head on over for their full report.
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My Cool Car Stuff has announced another exclusive for SDCC next month – a limited edition Darth Vader keychain set (only 1000 made). They will be $19.95 each – limit 2 per person.
This week we are featuring new Pre-Orders like the Wonder Woman ARTFX statue, Garrus Vakarian Mass Effect 3 statue and Zero S.H. Figuarts Megaman figure!
Entertainment Earth is now taking pre-orders (with FREE SHIPPING) for several assortments of Black Series 3-3/4″ and 6″ figures.
6″ The Black Series: Wave 5 (4 figure assortment)
6″ The Black Series: Wave 5 Rev. 1 (8 figure assortment)
Deluxe 6″ The Black Series: Wave 1
3.75″ The Black Series: Wave 5
Today’s big reveal with the repacked 6″ scale Han and Greedo with a flimsy cardboard diorama just illustrates for so many of us, how out of touch Hasbro is with the market. We don’t care about cheap cardboard settings for figures, and we sure as heck aren’t looking to spend our money on repacks of pegwarmers just for the sake of different packaging.
For a refreshing look at how Hasbro ought to be managing such display pieces, head on over to Banthaskull.com and check out the amazing work of Boutross77, who does this sort of thing right. Chances are you’ve seen his work before, but today felt like a good time to look back at one of his finer diorama pieces, dubbed the “Hero Booth” from the cantina.
Personal note: My fingers are crossed that someway, somehow, Disney takes over the playset/diorama rights in the 3.75″ scale from Hasbro and starts to deliver on a concept that clearly Hasbro is completely clueless on. This whole post is certainly a “personal note,” so please pardon my passion on this subject.
AndrewsToyz has posted the first look the upcoming Black Series Cantina Showdown set which surprisingly features the (current peg warming) Han Solo and Greedo 6″ figures. The question is “who’ll buy first?”
Entertainment Earth is offering up to 30% off select LEGO sets plus, free shipping on orders over $79.00. Hurry, this deal only lasts for 24 hours. Thanks to our friends at JediDefender for the heads up.
The Realm Recap co-host Flyguy, has posted an interesting article over at Flyguy.net regarding an as-of-yet unannounced Jumbo Kenner Wicket figure being solicited to retailers. Look for an official announcement from Gentle Giant soon.