Here is an update to a previous report we shared back in December. It appears that there is some sort of Obi-Wan Kenobi figure (code named “SNOW”) coming to the Black Series line and is (for now) set to be an exclusive to Target in the U.S. From what I can tell, the Hasbro SKU for this figure is unique to this release and is not the Amazon exclusive Kenner deco version nor is it the rumored Obi-Wan Kenobi (ROTS) for the Black Series Archive line.
Again, it is unknown what source material this figure is based on and no time frame for release is known at this time.
There apparantly is at least one more 6″ Black Series Credit Collection figure in the works — code named “Eel“. Interestingly the last time that code was used was for Rogue One and “Eel Commander” was attributed to Saw Gerrera. I believe JediInsider had reported back in December that there were more Credit Collection figures coming for The Mandalorian, so we’ll chalk up the sharing of the code name to coincidence.
Additional code names for the upcoming rumored assortment of 6″ Black Series Comic/Publishing-based fan channel figures have been passed on to us and it looks like they are flower themed: Lilac, Lily, Lotus, and Lavender. No word exactly as to which characters they are assigned.
It also appears that Hasbro will be releasing Rey’s yellow lightsaber as part of the Black Series ForceFX Elite line. No word on MSRP but it is probably comparable to other Elite sabers in the lineup.
Recent shipping information shows that cases of the 6″ Deluxe Boba Fett (ROTJ) has started to arrive at Hasbro’s warehouse in Canada. Hopefully an image of the final production piece surfaces soon.
In light of the recent events surrounding the character of Cara Dune, we’ve received word that the planned reissues of the 6″ Black Series and Vintage Collection figures have been cancelled. Hasbro still intends to release the Retro Collection version as planned.
It appears that the packaging for the new Cal Kestis (Gaming Greats) figure reveals the possible reissue of the Battlefront Jumptrooper for the Gaming Greats subline.
There is a rumor circulating on the Black Series Canada Facebook group of an EB Games listing (758481) for a 6″ Black Series Gaming Greats Cal Kestis figure ($44.99). No word yet on what skin/outfit it may utilize but, if true, I’d imagine the ponchoed look and possibly a recolor of BD-1.
UPDATE: Images of this figure have now been revealed via Mephitsu.co.uk
Here is the GameStop SKU and Price: #236078 / $29.99
Entertainment Earth has starting processing orders for those who preordered the full case assortment of 6″ Black Series figures containing Bo-Katan, Asajj Ventress, Hunter, Crosshair and the newly announced Elite Squad Trooper.
