As a follow-up to our report from last week, it is rumored that the 3 figures comprising the rest of the Marvel comic-themed fan channel Black Series figures include Princess Leia, Darth Vader (Redeemed) and Sargeant Kreel. Thanks to figurebrian on Instagram for the heads up.
UPDATE: Code names added for each (note, the month names are codes, not their release dates)
For those who preordered your LFL50 Black Series Comic-Based figures through GameStop, check your order status for updates and charges hitting your bank accounts as they have begun processing orders as of this weekend. Thanks to SJWoolbert for the heads-up.
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.
As a follow up to a previous report, JediInsider has come back with addtional rumors for more fan channel exclusive Legends/Comics Black Series figures including Carnor Jax and Darth Maul. From additional intel I’ve been hearing, Maul will be of the shirtless/tattooed variety and there is a fourth figure said to be Luke Skywalker from the Thrawn era of Legends comics
Hasbro has announced their first SDCC Exclusive via iO9 – The Doctor Aphra Comic Set featuring 3.75″ Dr. Aphra, BT-1 and Triple Zero presented in the classic Vintage 3-pack format. Check them out here.
Update: Press release info added. Continue reading SDCC Exclusive: Dr. Aphra Comic Set
K & C Collectibles has added Gentle Giant, The Saga Collection Vehicles, Watches, Funko Lanyards, and 3-Pack Action Figures this week. Click the NEW PRODUCTS link under the Categories Section for a complete list of recently added items.
StarWars.com today has announced a new five-part comic miniseries titled Star Wars: Jedi of the Republic – Mace Windu which picks up after the start of the Clone Wars as the Jedi Order faces possibly its greatest challenge yet. Head on over to the official site for the full cover art and a synopsis of the first installment.
Here is a first look two upcoming “The Brain Trust” cover variants for Marvel’s Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #001 by artist Ashley Witter. Look for more info on the availability of these covers later this week. Click on through for the high res images.
UPDATE: Preorder details have been posted on via Collectors Choice Comics’ Facebook page. (Must request to join the group for pricing and to place your preorder reservation.)
Continue reading Update: Marvel Star Wars: Doctor Aphra 001 Variant Cover Reveal
StarWars.com as posted a preview of issue #21 of Marvel’s Star Wars title. Head on over to check out the deployment of the new Elite Stormtroopers and the action figure cover variant by John Tyler Christopher.
Marvel has released a preview of Darth Vader #23 featuring BT-1 as the next action figure variant cover. To check out this cover and more, head to our dedicated Facebook album.