Here is a quick update from bigbadtoystore.com adding exciting new 2012 Vintage pre-orders as well as more cool new arrivals. Click on through for the highlights!
Toyguide Update: CW13 Captain Rex Phase II
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the next addition for the 2012 “Darth Maul” product line. We continue with Captain Rex (CW13) donning his Phase II armor in The Clone Wars line.
PROS: On its face, this version of Captain Rex is probably the best looking version yet. The Phase II design simply looks awesome and it’s nice to see Hasbro pull out the weathering brush to give Rex that battle-hardened look (though it doesn’t quite make up for the figure’s short-comings). The paint job overall is very good and I love the tick-marks that are scattered about his armor. Could this be for battle droid “kills” that Rex is keeping track of or could they have a more somber meaning – one for each of his fallen brothers.
CONS: Where to begin. Obviously, the bantha in the room is the unforgivable lack of articulation in the legs and wrists. Their absence make for some pretty non-actiony poses. Why Hasbro didn’t repurpose the Phase II Clone Trooper (CW2) mold is baffling considering it is already using its torso? The non-removable helmet (Commander Cody got one, why not Rex?), while an excellent sculpt, is a bit oversized for the body.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
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Sideshow Updates Neyo Production Images
Sideshow Collectibles has updated their production blog today giving collectors a complete look at their upcoming 12” Commander Neyo. Head to SideshowToy.com for the images and watch for pre-orders this Thursday.
Update: The Ultimate Action Figure Collection
A few weeks ago, we posted that Steve Sansweet is working on a new book titled, Star Wars: The Ultimate Action Figure Collection scheduled for release later this year. We’ve learned today that Dan Curto is consulting/assisting in the publication of this book. Just one more reason to add this resource to your library this October!
Update: It has also now been revealed that Paul Harrison from Jedi Temple Archives is working on the publication as well. Congrats Paul!
Kithaba Bandana Variant
There is another. On the heels of our post regarding the Dr. Evazan variant, Eddie from DorksideToys.com has sent us an image of a red bandana variant for Kithaba. Click the image above to check it out!
Evazan Variant Confirmed
Over the weekend, Galactic Hunter posted on their Facebook page a theory of a possible face paint variant/running change for Dr. Evazan. We’ve received visual confirmation of this thanks to reader Frank Laureyssens. As you can see, one has a pink facial scar under the right eye and the other does not. Click the image above for a closer look.
Episdoe 343: Heavy Metal Star Wars
While pictures online of the next wave of Vintage, Movie Heroes, and Clone Wars figures appear on Star Wars collecting sites, the stores themselves are still lacking in new Star Wars toys. But just because the latest wave of figures isn’t there doesn’t mean there’s nothing to buy! On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast, Marjorie and Arnie recount their multi-city toy run and play your voicemails. Listen to find out where to get discounts on Legos, exclusive Hasbro toys, Gentle Giant busts, and more!
Also on this week’s show, Marjorie looks at a unique high-end Etsy seller of custom Star Wars artworks using scrap metal. These expensive steampunk renditions of classic Star Wars characters and vehicles are a unique way to show a love for Star Wars.
Plus a rundown of Steve Sansweet’s Ultimate Action Figure Collection, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
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Gentle Giant’s Spring Sale Is Live
Gentle Giant’s Spring Sale is now active! Check out some great deals on statues, bust and more all after the link!*
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Toyguide Update: CW12 Obi-Wan Kenobi
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the next addition for the 2012 “Darth Maul” product line. We continue with Obi-Wan Kenobi (CW12) sporting an(other) all-new new sculpt in The Clone Wars line.
PROS: A far better likeness to the animated character model. The sculpt for the clothing is on par with the non-animated figures in terms of detail. The recycled climbing pack adds some fun factor back after loosing some articulation.
CONS: The lack of wrist and ankle articulation (especially the wrists) really effects the posing possibilities essential for Jedi figures. An odd/unnecessary “double dip” since Hasbro just released an all-new Obi-Wan last year. Too bad this new head sculpt won’t fit on the previous Obi-Wan body.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to 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.
New Clone Wars Figures Hitting Walmart
Yakface reader EopieHerder tweets today that he found some new Clone Wars figures at his local Walmart. Hopefully this means that the insufferable lull in new product is finally coming to an end. Nice find Anthony!