Yakface Forum Member “Grimace” scored new Clone Wars figures from wave 3 today at his local Toys “R” Us. Wave 3 consists of Ki-Adi Mundi, Flamethrower Clone Trooper and Clone Pilot “Goji”. Nice find!
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CW10 General Grievous (Battle Damaged)
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of General Grievous (Battle Damaged) from the Clone Wars Collection.
PROS: A great second attempt from Hasbro in bringing us a correctly scaled and highly articulated droid general. Interchangeable and removable parts are fun. Legs seem to be holding up rather well in the warping department.
CONS: Shoulder plates fall off far too easily – even with the slightest of arm movement.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
Hasbro Cutting Back on Quality?
There have been forgivable instances in the past where Hasbro’s white armored military (clones and stormies) end up yellowing over time.
But over the past year you may have found that more and more figures that are brand new and still hanging on the pegs are suffering from this (look closely next time you are at a store – there is a good chance you’ll notice this on the new Legends Clone Troopers and perhaps even some Clone Wars figures).
Is Hasbro trying to save a buck by using cheaper plastic that turns parts of these figures yellow and sometimes even green right after they are produced?
Sound off with your thoughts in the Yakface Forums.
UPDATE – Our friends at both Banthaskull and Jeditemplearchives have addressed this as well. Hasbro should be fully aware of this problem. Time will tell how they respond.
Clone Wars Nikto Guard Coming Soon
Upon visiting my local Toys”R”Us today, I managed to take a peek at the planogram been used to reset the aisle and it indicates that the exclusive Clone Wars Nikto Guard (Puko Naga) is part of this reset and should be hitting stores in the next few days.
New Clip from Clone Wars Season 3
BigShinyRobot has posted a new clip from the Clone Wars’ second episode of season 3 entitled “ARC Troopers”. In it you’ll see some familiar faces (if you follow the show that is) and a new character: Clone Trooper “99” who is central to this episode.
New Battle Pack Images Surface
Our friends over at Sandtroopers.com have gotten there imperial mitts on a couple new Battle Pack images. Previously a rumor floated by Mr. Curto at Rebelscum, these new sets consist of the Battle of Orto Plutonia from the Clone Wars featuring Cold Weather Anakin, Obi-Wan, Rex and Chieftan Thi-Sen. The second is the Invasion of Utapau from Episode III featuring Commander Cody, Airborne Trooper, General Grievous and Obi-Wan Kenobi. Although the figures in these packs are repacks, they do include the Galactic Battle Card and Mat for added play value – if you are into that kind of thing that is. Head on over to Sandtroopers.com for a closer look.
Clone Wars Characters… Realistic Style?
There’s been a bit of a buzz in the forums recently with a rumor that we could be seeing Clone Wars characters in the realistic format next year.
Share your thoughts as to whether this is a good idea or not after the jump!
Clone Wars Happy Meals Return Next Week
In preparation for the return of the Clone Wars on September 17, McDonald’s will be offering a series of 9 Clone Wars themed Finger Skateboards. Each board will include a temporary tattoo and a code to unlock a virtual lightsaber or starfighter on the McWorld/HappyMeal.com website. Collect all 9: Anakin, Obi-Wan, Yoda, Captain Rex, Cad bane, Commander Cody, Asajj Ventress, General Grievous and Mace Windu.
You can see a preview on our facebook page.
CW09 Mandalorian Police Officer
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the Mandalorian Police Officerfrom the Clone Wars Collection.
PROS: A nice looking figure for the most part, a little “TRON”-like, but cool. Well armed in the accessory department and the flip-up face shield is nice touch as well.
CONS: Lacks knee and ankle articulation.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
Rise of Boba Fett Ultmate Battle Pack Feature at JTA
Looking for the full skinny on the new Rise of Boba Fett Ultmate Battle Pack? Our friends at JediTempleArchives have posted a great breakdown of this set along with a fabulous gallery of images. Check it out.