On the eve of Star Wars Day, I managed to find info for a new exclusive Black Series figure recently listed in Target’s system. Judging by the pricing of $26.49, it appears to not be a deluxe offering. No word on what it is yet or when it will be available — but that can be said with virtually all Target exclusives right now. We will update with more info when available.
It’s Star Wars Day! What should we expect in terms of reveals and preorders? Look no further than last year as your rough guideline as to the types and quantities of products announced/revealed and available for preorder the following day on May 5th. For preorders, by my count, we should see about 12 mainline and fan channel items split evenly between the Vintage Collection and Black Series lines. There may be a couple retailer exclusives as well that may or may not throw off that balance.
Next week’s May 4th Fan First Wednesday Livestream kicks off at 10am ET.
I think I speak for a large portion (all?) of the collecting community when I make a direct plea to Hasbro and by extension, to Lucasfilm Licensing, to put a merciful end to the piecemeal preorder process of figures from the same wave/case assortment. This request applies to Vintage Collection and Black Series preorders alike.
Continue reading Time For A Change: Stop The Piecemeal Preorder Process
Here is a list of outstanding preorders (U.S. only) accumulated so far for Vintage Collection, Retro Collection and Black Series items. If you’ve preordered (at least one of) everything, the list is substantial in length and price*.
Continue reading 77 Current Outstanding TVC, Retro, and TBS Preorders for 2022-23 Update
Recent shipping data shows the arrival of several TVC products on the U.S.: Fan Channel exclusive Lambent Seeker ARC Trooper (Battlefront II), Lando Calrissian (Battlefront II), Walmart exclusive Deluxe Ahsoka Tano & Grogu, Deluxe Boba Fett (The Book of Boba Fett), and the Hasbro Pulse exclusive Shoretrooper 4pk.
Our friend Tim over at Bossk’s Bounty has posted some great in-hand shots of new Vintage Collection exclusives over on his YouTube channel. Head on over to check them out.
The wait is finally over. 10 months have passed since the announcement, but reports are now showing that the Walgreens exclusive Black Series 212th Clone Trooper has finally surfaced in stores. Instagram follower rebeltimmy reports finding his in Michigan as well as twitter follower DarthArmo in Ohio
Australian sponsor Bulletproof Villain is now taking preorders for new Vintage Collection and Black Series figures from Hasbro. Check out their full list of preorders and more at BulletproofVillain.com.au
Canadian Collectors! ECollectibles.ca is now taking preorders on new Star Wars Black Series & Vintage Collection products. They offer free shipping throughout Canada on orders over $125 and also offer $16 flat rate shipping to the U.S. Check them out at ECollectibles.ca and follow them on social media for the latest preorder and in-stock notifications.
SWBS – Saw Gerrera (Deluxe)
SWBS – Darth Vader (Infinities)
SWBS – Princess Leia Organa (Comic)
SWBS – Sergeant Kreel (Comic)
SWBS – Trapper Wolf Helmet
TVC – Arc Trooper Jesse
TVC – Death Watch Airborne Trooper
TVC – Figrin D’an
TVC – Lando Calrissian (Gaming Greats)
TVC – Shae Vizla (Gaming Greats)
TVC – Mandalorian Super Commando Captain
