Forum member Grimace has posted some nice loose pics of the new deluxe sets in the forums.
Head on over to the forums for a closer look.
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JTA Annual Special Report
Our friends at Jedi Temple Archives have posted their annual Vintage vs Modern figure special report which runs down all of the figures from the 1978-1985 figures which have a modern day “definitive” sculpt. Head on over for a great read.
Toyguide Update: 501st Legion AT-RT
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the 501st Legion AT-RT from the 2013 Yoda line look.
PROS: Despite this set being all repaints, the inclusion of the TX Tactical Droid gives collectors another stab at this hard to find sculpt from 2009. Like other Class I sets for 2013, the main highlight for this is the value in getting 2 figures and a small vehicle for about $20.
CONS: Nothing really new here other than a bunch of repaints, but for the value it’s still a great buy. It’s is obvious that the design aesthetics of this set is based in the world of The Clone Wars, but the packaging gives no indication as such.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this set is worth adding to your collection.
You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebook and in our forums.
Toyguide Update: Yoda’s Jedi Attack Fighter
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Yoda’s Jedi Attack Fighter from the 2013 Yoda line look.
PROS: Hasbro has revised the Class I assortment for 2013 – now including 2 figures as pack-ins. This is not only a great value in terms of price but offers great play value right out of the box. The vehicle itself is an all-new design and it’s fantastic as it’s very true to the mini rig concept from the vintage days. The fighter has a removable “booster seat” that allows for figures larger than Yoda fit in the cockpit and in an ingenious move, Hasbro’s design team built into the ship the ability to switchout the astromech domes with others from the build-a-droid/Droidfactory line. The feature affords collectors customizing opportunities as well as the possibility of redecos of this set in the future. Yoda is an all-new figure as well and it has a headsculpt with incorporated communication headset.
CONS: The deco for Yoda’s face is a little wonky, especially the eyes. Hopefully this will be cleaned up as more of these hit the market.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this set is worth adding to your collection.
You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebook and in our forums.
BOGO 50% Sale at TRU
ToysRUs is having their regular Buy one, get one 50% off sale on most Star Wars items this week. The sale applies to action figures, vehicles, roleplaying items and more. And if you are lucky you just might be able to score a few of the new Class I sets if your store has started stocking them.
More SW Items On Clearance at Walmart
As a follow up to our report earlier today, I ventured out to my local Walmart and found not only the MTT on clearance but other items as well. Click on through to check out what I found.
MTT Deploying On Clearance
Yakface reader Darth Midion from Salt Lake City, Utah reports tonight finding the MTT hitting clearance for $64.50 at Walmart. Click the image above for the proof!
2013 Class I Sets Now Available at TRU
ToysRUs.com has the 4 new 2013 Class I/Deluxe figures available on their site. Click on through for the Yoda’s Jedi Attack Fighter, MTT Droid Fighter, 501st Legion Dropship and the 501st AT-RT. Thanks to our friends at Jedi Temple Archives for the tip.
Episode 375: Year in Review – Part 2
For Star Wars toy collectors 2012 has been exciting and frustrating in equal measure. Some of the best figures in the history of Star Wars were released, but most collectors had trouble finding them. Astromech fans had a dream come true with Disneyworld offering build-a-droid sets, and the frenzy for parts left many little droids without a third leg or a hat. Taking in all that was Star Wars toy collecting in 2012, Marjorie and Arnie are joined by other collectors reflecting on 2012 in this week’s second part of the Star Wars Action News year in review!
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Yakfinities Deadline Approaching
As usual we’ve had some amazing custom entries in the latest customizing challenge, which ends December 31. So there’s still time to whip up an entry or two for your chance at some free figures – head on over to the forums for the latest entries, which just might help inspire you if you’re stumped on any ideas for a custom!