Gentle Giant is now taking pre-orders for Zeb Orrelios – their next release in the series of Star Wars Rebels maquettes.
Jumbo Kenner Wicket Pre-Order
Gentle Giant is now taking pre-orders for the Jumbo Kenner Wicket figure. Look for it to ship in the second quarter of 2015
Just like they were when you were a kid, only BIGGER! Gentle Giant is proud to bring you the latest addition to our exciting line of vintage Kenner-inspired Star Wars Action Figure reproductions with the release of the classic Wicket Jumbo Figure!
Digitally scanned from mint 3 ¾” scale Kenner originals and reproduced at a jumbo 6.125” tall, no detail has been overlooked. Roto cast and made of durable plastics, this jumbo figure includes faithfully reproduced cowl and staff accessories! It even comes fully articulated!
With a commitment to keep in line with the vintage Kenner experience, Gentle Giant has packaged this figure with a Return of the Jedi-inspired backer card featuring original photos and artwork. Designed with the collector in mind, the figure comes in a resealable plastic outer clam shell to help protect and display this limited edition figure.
SDCC Exclusive 31″ Shadow Stormtrooper
The Hollywood Reporter has posted that Jakks Pacific will be offering a Exclusive 31″ Shadow Stormtrooper at this year’s SDCC.
Produced in association with Lucasfilm, each of the 500 figures will be individually marked to record when it was produced, according to the manufacturer. Standing 31 inches tall, the JAKKS Shadow Storm Trooper has 7 points of articulation and carries an imperial blaster. The figure will be only be available at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, with a retail price of $50.00.
Giant “Hero Series” Millennium Falcon Revealed
YodasNews today has posted the reveal of a large “Hero Series” Millennium Falcon due out later this year. Like the previously announced X-wing Fighter, this vehicle is largely action-featureless save for movable cannons and radar dish (it does not hold action figures of any scale). And despite it looking to have a lot of detail in its sculpt, expect a lower price point due to the simple (hollow) construction and lack of parts. Head on over for additional imagery.
SDCC Exclusive Spirit Yoda Pre-Order
Looking to score that SDCC Exclusive DST Spirit Yoda bust bank? You’re in luck! Big Bad Toy Store is now taking pre-orders for it with an expected August delivery.
Thank to Chris H. for the tip!
Episode #54 – Boring Conversation Anyway™ – A New Hope – Toy Commentary
Join the BCA possee, all die hard Star Wars fanboys and toy experts watch and review Star Wars: A New Hope – Episode IV whilst providing it’s first full toy commentary. Adding insights on the the vintage & modern figures and vehicles we got from the movie. Childhood favourites, modern day updates, hits, misses, vintage collection, LEGO, 5POA, POTF, Black Series Six inch and 3.75 Inch that we need to yet see. 12 inch classics, play-sets, creatures and much more.
Like Star Wars toys? You’re gonna love watching our first toy commentary for Star Wars, A New Hope.
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Collection Spotlight: TDS1972
Tonight we spotlight the awesome collection of forum member TDS1972 – head to the forums and check it out!
Want to see your collection featured on our front page? If so, be sure to post some pics of your stuff in the Collection Section of the forums.
New 6″ TBS Packaged Images
Rebelscum has updated today posting the first look at packaged samples of Vader, Chewbacca, Jedi Luke and Sandtrooper (Black Pauldron) in the revamped Black (& Blue) Series line look. Head on over for a closer look.
Episode 426: Hot Wheels & Heavy Mattel
On this episode Marjorie and Arnie review the Mission Series Bespin and Utapau figure packs, Jerry’s Vintage Viewpoint looks at country of origin stamps, and we give information on the 4th Annual San Diego Comic-Con Fan Breakfast!
Star Wars collectors have braved the Hasbro booth year after year to get the latest, hottest exclusive toys. While the lines have been long and brutal and the toys expensive it was, at least for the past several years, the only line for exclusive, hard-to-get Star Wars toys. Until 2014. Now, as Disney’s corporate partnerships bring new Star Wars toys around the globe, Hasbro toy competitor Mattel has a license for Hot Wheels from a Galaxy Far, Far Away! The line has been previewed and the first opportunity to get an exclusive Darth Vader car is at SDCC this summer! On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast Marjorie and Arnie discuss the released photos and share why collectors shouldn’t need to race as hard to the Mattel booth on Preview Night!
And as San Diego Comic-Con International draws near it is also time to announce details for the 4th annual Star Wars Fan Breakfast at SDCC. This year Star Wars Action News has partnered with Steve Sansweet to raise funds for Rancho Obi-Wan and make the fan breakfast the best yet! Watch this episode of the podcast for the details.
With Jerry returning to put his stamp on a new Vintage Viewpoint, looking back at the original Kenner toys, Johnathan telling you what is On the Pegs, and Marjorie and Arnie reviewing the newest Mission Series figure packs, it’s all in this episode of Star Wars Action News!
6″ TBS Rumors: Bossk, C-3PO and Han Stormtrooper
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.