For a while now, there have been rumblings of a variant for the Weequay Skiff Master which addresses the disproportionate neck post length. Rebelscum forum member “EmperorPalpitate” has posted a couple side-by-side comparison shots confirming the running change (on right).
Our friends at Sandtroopers.com have posted new packaging images for 4 upcoming Deluxe vehicle w/figure sets. Head on over for a look at the Speeder Bike w/Castas, Republic Scout Speeder w/ARF Trooper, Separatist Droid Speeder w/Battle Droid and Attack Cycle w/General Grievous
Toys”R”Us is having a two-day easter sale Friday, April 22 and Saturday, April 23 where you can get Star Wars*, GI Joe, Iron Man, Thor, Spider-Man and Marvel Universe figure – 2 for $10.99
*Vintage Collection not included
Our friends at Jedi Temple Archives are reporting that the “Colt wave” of Clone Wars figures has hit the west coast. This wave includes Clone Commander Colt, Barriss Offee, Eeth Koth and the Riot Control Clone Trooper. Look for these to start hitting your stores soon as well has online distributors.
Over the weekend, several rumor list surfaced given hints of new figures, battle packs and exclusives for the Vintage Collection and Clone Wars lines. Visit our friends at Rebelscum and Jedi Temple Archives for the spoilage! And remember, nothing is official until Hasbro says it is.
eBay seller “Tunghori” has placed the new Vintage Collection Barriss Offee up for sale for those that would like to get her early.
Thanks to forum member “Eopie Herder” for the tip.
Ever since the new Vintage Rebel Fleet Trooper was revealed at Toy Fair, people have asked “what’s the deal with that baseball cap?”
After some scouring of movie frames containing the trooper in question, I found that during the Medal Ceremony on Yavin IV, you can in fact see some RFTs wearing caps in the background.
Did the prop dept. run out of RFT helmets and use the caps as a last resort? Tough to know for sure but it looks like they got that obscure detail right for the Vintage release. Sadly, the same can’t be said for the figure’s missing holster.
Click the image above for a closer look.
Hasbro has relaunched their PlaySaver.com promotion where you can save $2.00 off any Hasbro Star Wars purchase over $10.00. Coupons expire May 1, 2011. Limit 2 coupons per IP address. Hey, every little bit helps these days no?
Thanks to Jeff from JediDefender for the tip!
Good news everyone! Those who were fearing that the Hasbro/Star Wars QnA program was D.O.A., I received confirmation from Hunter PR that they are putting the final tweaks on the program and a new schedule will be released ASAP. So, if you have a burning question to ask, head to our forums and post yours today!
Our friends at Sandtroopers.com have posted some new images showcasing the soon-to-be-released Clone Wars Republic Attack Shuttle. There you’ll find package photos (open and closed), command base and flight mode shots as well as a look at the unique Clone Pilot only available in this set!