Our eagle-eyed, astromech aficionado friends at The Astromech Collection have noticed that in the recent press imagery for the new Star Wars Weekends Jedi Mickey Starfighter a new R2-MK can be seen that uses the Droid Factory/Build-A-Droid sculpt. No word if this is included with the starfighter or if it is part of a new assortment of B.A.D. parts that will be available at the park.
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The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with our look back at some of the older Clone Wars figures that we have yet to add to the archives. We continue with the formidable bounty hunter, Seripas (CW61).
PROS: From the moment Seripas debuted during The Clone Wars’ second season, fans of the line wanted this figure. Hasbro did an excellent job of recreating the animated character – the deco, articulation and details are fantastic – and the inclusion of the removable Seripas figure was executed remarkably well courtesy of a flip-up hatch. The suit itself is loaded with articulation and the ability to hide the weaponry into the arms make this figure that is not only great to display but fun to play with too.
CONS: It is a little difficult for the figure to hold the included sniper rifle convincingly due to the stiffness of the hands and the large forearms. Hands tend to pop out of their sockets when attempting this as well. A great figure that lacked significant distribution in the general retail market.
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Sideshow has updated their image gallery for the Ben Kenobi Mythos statue confirming the reports that his lightsaber hilt is no longer included/attached to his belt. Despite that change, it is still a gorgeous piece to have in your collection.
Disney Park’s official blog has posted details of the new Star Wars merchandise available at Star Wars Weekends starting May 17, 2013. Within the items revealed, take note of the 3-3/4″ scale Mickey’s Jedi Starfighter that will serve as a nice companion piece to the Jedi Mickey and R2-MK 2-pack that was released in 2010.
After last year’s successful event, Course of the Force is back for 2013! Read on for the complete press release.
Sideshow has sent out information to collectors that ordered the Ben Kenobi: Desert Nomad Mythos Statue regarding the edition size for this piece. Read on for the details.
Continue reading Important Edition Size Info for Kenobi Mythos Statue
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The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with our look back at some of the older Clone Wars figures that we have yet to add to the archives. We continue with everyone’s favorite bounty hunter, Boba Fett (CW32).
PROS: Hasbro pulled out all of the stops for this version of the Boba Fett when compared to the previous “UBP” version. This one is loaded with articulation which ball-joints everywhere, even the hips, resulting in a figure that can be posed and infinite number of ways look great doing it. The deco, overall sculpt and likeness to the animated character is spot on and the addition of the jetpack and harness are great touches, too.
CONS: This was again, one of the more rare Clone Wars figures in 2010 which was a shame because it is such a fine figure.
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