An interesting auction has popped up on eBay for a “new” Y-Wing Fighter that looks to be a Vintage box exclusive to Toys”R”Us. As you can see, the box art re-creates the 80’s Kenner version but with modern figures instead. The photo is just blurry and angled enough to raise suspicions regarding its authenticity. Have a look for yourself then leave a comment here or in our forums with your thoughts.
UPDATE: While we don’t have official confirmation just yet, this does coincide with comments Hasbro made regarding a revisiting of the Y-Wing to include a more detailed cockpit and functional droid socket. The Toys”R”Us Exclusive “Vintage” Y-Wing joins the K-Mart Exclusive “Vintage” B-Wing revealed a couple weeks ago and there is word of another previously released vehicle that will be receiving the “Vintage” box treatment as well. More as it develops…
Our friends at Jedi Temple Archives have posted new card back images from wave 7 from The Vintage Collection. Head on over for shots of Bom Vimdin, Barriss Offee, Bespin Han Solo, ARC Trooper Commander, Rebel Fleet Trooper and Logray! These figures were purchased in the Philippines so the what we see released in the US in the next couple weeks might differ slightly.
Yakface forum member W. Meyles has just shared some awesome repaints in his customizing thread… it’s stunning how his painting skills have brought to life some of Hasbro’s vehicle offerings – check out his latest work by clicking on the above image!
Hi – Here is a quick update from bigbadtoystore.com about a TON of new preorders and some more new arrivals. There are so many items this week that we are going to skip written descriptions and just give you the title and links:
New: Legacy Comic Packs: X-Wing: Rogue Squadron #29 with Baron Fel and Ysanne Isard
Legacy #7 with Darth Nihl and Deliah Blue
KOTOR #6 with Jarael (Edessa) and Rohlan Dyre
Jango Fett: Open Seasons #2 with Mandalorians Jaster Mereel and Montross
For those that placed orders for the 1:6 scale “Gartogg” Gamorrean Guard, be on the look out for notifications that orders will be processed within the next 20 days. If you need to modify your orders, you must do so before June 6th. If you haven’t order this one yet, you might want to place yourself on the waitlist in case any additional pieces become available.
Sideshow Collectibles has updated with the reveal of the Stormtrooper Premium Format Figure! Pre-orders start next week on the 26th and look for an early production blog preview on Tuesday!
Proving that they are willing to address their mistakes (from time to time) Hasbro corrected the “First Issue” error on the back of the VC25 R2-D2 card. The 2010 cardback photo has been replaced with a more standard inset photo there are other typographical and design changes as well. Click the image above for a look at the side by side comparison and see if you can spot them all.
