I must apologize, as we’re way overdue for a Customizer Spotlight highlighting some of the work of the fantastic customizers who share their work in our forums.
So without further delay, check out the latest updates by forum member DarthDaddy aka Customs for the Kid by clicking here!
A little more hunting this morning has resulted in finding that the yet to be announced* TVC Luke Skywalker (Yavin Ceremony) figure is currently en route (as of Aug. 6 ) to the U.S. from China.
*Originally rumored here back in March
Ross stores continue to receive a variety of random Hasbro Star Wars item; seemingly on a weekly basis. If you have a Ross in your area, share with us what you’re finding here in the comments or in our forums.
Personal Note: The red A-Wing from TLJ continues to elude me at Ross, but I did pick one up via eBay for a fair price. I must say, that thing is awesome.
After searching through a couple thousand listings last night, I managed to locate info for two more basic role play masks (not helmets) for The Rise of Skywalker and The Mandalorian. Both are no-brainer releases of course but hopefully we see something a bit more upscale in the not too distant future. The UPCs and Walmart SKUs have been added to our Master List page.
According to some research I’ve done, Hasbro merchandise for Triple Force Friday (lightsabers / masks) has started shipping to North America from China and Vietnam. I’d imagine a few leaks in the next couple weeks.
Speaking of product leaks, 3 new LEGO mini figures have turned up on Instagram featuring Old Man Lando, Finn and Poe.
Update: new LEGO leaks for Allegiant General Pryde and Kylo Ren
Those who preordered their TVC Tatooine Skiff(s) from Hasbro Pulse have started receiving bank charges and shipping notifications. Keep an eye on your door steps for their arrival soon.
The next chapter in The Enloe Trials photonovel series is getting closer to release. Head on over to the forums for a few previews and a behind the scenes look!
As a follow up to our previous reports, it looks like that the pricing for the rumored upcoming Luke’s X-wing and the E9 Medium Vintage vehicle are both set at $99.99 each. These are in fact two separate vehicles, each with their own product code and both are packed 2 per case.
We are starting to really see the benefit that photo-real technology has on bringing realism to some classic characters, such as Luke Skywalker. The facial features on these figures compared to older counterparts is stunning.
And as we know, Hasbro has dug into the same well over and over many times through the years… and as long as the figures have been improvements over previous versions, many of us have happily purchased the product (nearly the same product as before).
Here we are in 2019… many of us have been invested in the modern hobby for 20+ years… so, how many characters do you want to see Hasbro visit again with photo-real? Are you willing to jump back into the prequels again with a Chancellor Palpatine, Padme, etc? Or just OT classics like Luke and Han Solo? Or not at all?
Share your thoughts after the jump!
Personal Note: I’m in it for the long haul. I’ll purchase nearly any 3.75″ product that is an upgrade over the older version… especially for the OT era. And I guess sequel era too, I just don’t have room for much prequel stuff anymore. Older versions of figures go into my custom fodder supplies.
Another Yakfinities Customizing Challenge is underway! Entries for The Unknown Regions will be accepted up through September 30.
Join in the fun by creating a custom of your own, or just sit back and check out the latest entries by clicking here.