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Toyguide Update: 501st Legion AT-RT
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the 501st Legion AT-RT from the 2013 Yoda line look.
PROS: Despite this set being all repaints, the inclusion of the TX Tactical Droid gives collectors another stab at this hard to find sculpt from 2009. Like other Class I sets for 2013, the main highlight for this is the value in getting 2 figures and a small vehicle for about $20.
CONS: Nothing really new here other than a bunch of repaints, but for the value it’s still a great buy. It’s is obvious that the design aesthetics of this set is based in the world of The Clone Wars, but the packaging gives no indication as such.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this set is worth adding to your collection.
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Toyguide Update: Yoda’s Jedi Attack Fighter
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Yoda’s Jedi Attack Fighter from the 2013 Yoda line look.
PROS: Hasbro has revised the Class I assortment for 2013 – now including 2 figures as pack-ins. This is not only a great value in terms of price but offers great play value right out of the box. The vehicle itself is an all-new design and it’s fantastic as it’s very true to the mini rig concept from the vintage days. The fighter has a removable “booster seat” that allows for figures larger than Yoda fit in the cockpit and in an ingenious move, Hasbro’s design team built into the ship the ability to switchout the astromech domes with others from the build-a-droid/Droidfactory line. The feature affords collectors customizing opportunities as well as the possibility of redecos of this set in the future. Yoda is an all-new figure as well and it has a headsculpt with incorporated communication headset.
CONS: The deco for Yoda’s face is a little wonky, especially the eyes. Hopefully this will be cleaned up as more of these hit the market.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this set is worth adding to your collection.
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Sideshow Reveals 1:6 Scale Yoda (ROTS)
Sideshow Collectibles today as revealed an all-new 1:6 Scale Yoda as depicted in Revenge of the Sith as part of their 12 Days of Sideshow. Head on over for this great preview!
The Enloe Trials: ATROCITY
A dark shadow has been cast over Rykrof Enloe as agents of the Empire have mercilessly attacked the Enloe Homestead, brutally killing members of his family.
With those closest to him in imminent danger, Rykrof must forge an alliance with shadowy forces in order to save his son – find out what’s in store for Rykrof in this latest adventure after the jump!
Warning: This chapter features language and scenery which may not be appropriate for younger readers.
Darth Vader Mythos Statue Teaser
The 12 Days of Sideshow continue at Sideshow Collectibles and today they reveal a illustrative teaser for their upcoming Darth Vader Mythos statue. With a bit of digging, I found an article for this piece as well. Check it out here.
Star Wars Weekends 2013 Schedule
Disney has announced the 2013 dates for Star Wars Weekends via their Disney Parks Blog. The dates run every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from May 17 – June 9 and will again be hosted by James Arnold Taylor and Ashley Eckstein. Stay tuned for more details as they are released.
Sponsor News: Big Bad Toy Store
Here is a quick update with some cool new pre-orders and the latest arrivals.