As you are probably painfully aware by now, HasbroToyShop this morning placed the SDCC exclusives up for sale on their site, including the Revenge of the Jedi Death Star Figure Pack. Needless to say, the site couldn’t handle the rush of traffic to order this and the other exclusives, forcing many to miss out on this highly sought after piece. Couple this latest snafu with the frustration collectors are having finding new product in general and you have the perfect storm for breaking the Tauntaun’s back. Collectors in forums and Facebook and Twitter are voicing their disgust. Let’s hope that Hasbro and HasbroToyShop gets the message (1-800-224-4438).
Toys”R”Us has updated their site recently placing their new exclusive Clone Wars Stealth Operations Clone Trooper (aka Commander Blackout*) up for pre-order. You can get yours (limit 2) at the link or wait until it hits retail as he’ll surely be “FREE” with a qualifying purchase like their previous exclusives.
Our friends at Rebelscum are reporting that the revamped and Vintage boxed B-Wing Fighter has shown up at retail in the US in Florida. It’s retailing for a reasonable $39.99 and is exclusive to K-Mart. Head on over for the full scoop.
No, they’re no leaving Target’s aisle yet, especially at this new price. As reported by our friends at Jedi Temple Archives, I too ran into the $16.29 Geonosis Arena Sets (previously $12.99) at my local MN Target. As a consolation, both Clone Wars Geonosis 2-packs were marked down to $11. Hey, let’s keep a little optimism here. : )
One of the more popular segments of Expanded Universe figures will be back in circulation again, with what appears to be enhanced sculpts and articulation – the Republic Commandos!
Going into the weekend, Gentle Giant revealed their latest SDCC exclusive item – a McQuarrie Concept Snowtrooper Mini Bust with alternate head! Pre-orders are open now for Premier Guild Members only.
Talented diorama creator and photographer Stephen Hayford has posted some great shots of the upcoming SDCC exclusive Indiana Jones “ROTLA” figures over in Rebelscum’s forums. Head on over for a look then post your thoughts on these must-have figures in our forums!
