Big Bad Toy Store updates this week with a truck load of new arrivals and pre-orders to kick off October. Click on through to check out new Black Series, Hot Toys, Kotobukiya, and more!
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Episode 32: Hairy Hairy Hot Toys
The Realm Recap returns after an extended weekend with our take on the latest news in Star Wars collecting. This week, we discuss new images for the upcoming waves of 6” Black Series and 3.75” Rebels Saga Legends figures and vehicles, Hot Toys official launch of their sixth scale Han Solo and Chewbacca; plus announcements from Kotobukiya, Hallmark and more. We also discuss the debut of the Star Wars Rebels movie – does it have the “spark” to ignite a new generation of fans/collectors or will they “rebel”. Finally, we touch on recent Episode VII rumors and leaks including our first look(?) at a new Stormtrooper from the sequel trilogy. Click on through to check out the latest episode and feel free to subscribe to our channel and leave suggestions on what you’d like to see covered on the show.
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6″ TBS Wave 6 with Free Shipping from DorksideToys
DorksideToys has also added pre-orders for 6″ TBS wave 6 which includes Yoda, TIE Pilot, Clone Trooper Sergeant and Obi-Wan Kenobi (Episode III). For a limited time, they are offering FREE domestic shipping on this assortment only.
New Rebels/Saga Legends Pre-Orders at DorksideToys
DorksideToys has updated tonight with new preorders for wave 2 of the Star Wars Rebels/Saga Legends assortment of 3.75″ figures. You can order by the full case (2x of each figure), half case (1x of each) or as individual pieces. New figures in this assortment include:
- TIE Pilot
- AT-DP Driver
- Commander Gree
- Plo Koon
- Jedi Temple Guard
- AT-AT Driver
Sponsor News: K&C Collectibles
K & C Collectibles has in-stock the New Star Wars Rebels Figure pack, New Star Wars Salt & Pepper Shakers, Imperial mug and espresso mug sets. Also new 2015 calendars from the Star Wars Rebels and the Saga. Click the NEW PRODUCT link for a complete list of recently added items.
Got a Hole in Your Collection?
Jedi Temple Archives is looking to help collectors out there fill a few holes in their collection. Paul has posted a partial list of carded and loose figures and vehicles with the promise of more to come. If anything jumps at you don’t hesitate to contact them as everything is on a first come, first served basis. A lot of TVC and Legacy Collection figures as well as a large range of product from The Clone Wars can be had – if The Price is Right™. Click on over to check it out.
New TBS 6″ Packaged and Loose Images
New packaged and loose images for the 6″ Black Series Yoda, TIE Pilot and Clone Trooper Sergeant have shown up on the website AmiAmi. Watch for high-res images soon until then, click through.
Jedi Reveal Set Now Available Online
ToysRUs.com has updated today and now has their exclusive Jedi Reveal Mission Series set available for order. Still on the fence? You can check out our initial impression of this set as well as explore our full Toyguide Update.
Thanks to Ashley S. for the report.
Toyguide Update: TBS #27 Jabba’s Skiff Guard
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume with our next entry in the The Black Series 3-3/4″ line. Today, we take a look at Jabba’s Skiff Guard (#27).
PROS: Sgt. Doallyn. Brock Starsher. Jabba’s Skiff Guard #3 on the left. Whatever you call him, this figure is pretty much what we’ve been waiting for since he started popping up on fan wishlists. It features all the articulation collectors require and as decent, if not passable, amount of detailing in the outfit. He’s great for scene filler in any diorama where you’d need a bounty hunter, thug, palace or cantina patron.
CONS: For a figure with sparse paint apps, you’d think they could tighten up the tolerances a little bit as the copper stripes that run on the chest are a tad careless. The head is a smudge under scaled and I’m not sure that shade of yellow was the best choice for the neck post, but who knows what his skin looks like underneath that ensemble he’s wearing – neither nitpicks are a deal breaker. Hasbro (again) cheaped out on the paint apps for the weapons which just feel flat and rubbery especially the blaster. Finally, the black paint on the boots was applied too thin in spots, so the white plastic shows through in areas. Your individual experience may vary of course.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
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Toyguide Update: TBS #28 Ree-Yees
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume with our next entry in the The Black Series 3-3/4″ line. Today, we take a look at Ree-Yees (#28).
PROS: Clearly the last Ree-Yees you’ll ever need, Hasbro gives collectors their (what I would hope to be) final crack at this figure. The sculpt overall is solid with a great facial expression and a lot of detail given to the quilting of his jacket. The Gran features plenty of articulation (alas, minus ankle joints) allowing for a wide range of poses if desired. He also includes two blaster pistols which he can hold easily due to his large hands.
CONS: Some may consider the head to be too small, but I think that may be due to how large the head was on the original Kenner figure. To me, it seems to have just the right proportions. I’m not a big fan of the “Cheeto stains” they gave to his face, neck and hands – the figure would have been better served having a simpler, more muted color instead. Finally, It would have been a great bone to throw at Vintage fans if he included a weapon more like the 80s Kenner figure or even a drinking glass that he holds in many of his scenes.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
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