While the vast majority of Star Wars collectors are still on the hunt for new figures, reports are coming in of Wave 3 revision cases shipping, as well as new signs of Vintage waves 3, 4, 5, and 6 coming in from the US, the UK, and Canada. On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast, Marjorie and Arnie run down what they’ve been finding, and what they’ve been hearing other people found. From Gamorrean Guards to the elusive (former Kohl’s exclusive) Galactic Heroes AT-ST, Clone Wars Wave 11 and more, find out where to look on this week’s show!
Also on the podcast, we have a hands on review of Star Wars Frames, the high-end collectible book set featuring photos hand-picked by George Lucas. Also one listener reports in from the grand opening of the new Star Tours ride at Disneyworld, and Marjorie and Arnie look at some very cool new preorders going up this week from Sideshow–a one-sixth scale Dewback and a Premium Format Stormtrooper!
With a Sithsonian packing update, collecting budgeting, and more, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News!
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Despite not receiving the answers that were due back on May 16 for the Hasbro QnA yet, the deadline for the next questions are due to Hasbro this Friday (May 27). A lot of new product info has been revealed in the past couple weeks, so head to the forum to submit your questions for consideration.
Our friends at Jedi Temple Archives have posted new card back images from wave 7 from The Vintage Collection. Head on over for shots of Bom Vimdin, Barriss Offee, Bespin Han Solo, ARC Trooper Commander, Rebel Fleet Trooper and Logray! These figures were purchased in the Philippines so the what we see released in the US in the next couple weeks might differ slightly.
Yakface forum member W. Meyles has just shared some awesome repaints in his customizing thread… it’s stunning how his painting skills have brought to life some of Hasbro’s vehicle offerings – check out his latest work by clicking on the above image!
Proving that they are willing to address their mistakes (from time to time) Hasbro corrected the “First Issue” error on the back of the VC25 R2-D2 card. The 2010 cardback photo has been replaced with a more standard inset photo there are other typographical and design changes as well. Click the image above for a look at the side by side comparison and see if you can spot them all.
Entertainment Earth has started a new sale where if you buy one in-stock Hasbro action figure, you get an additional figure for 40% off! Sale end May 24th.
eBay super seller “Tunghori” has added 3 of the new Star Tours Travel Agency Pack figures to his eBay store. Head on over for the Luggage Attendant, ACE-38 Droid and ALY SAN SAN.
Our friends at Sandtroopers.com has posted a first look at carded and loose shots for the upcomimg Mailaway Prototype Boba Fett! Looks like Hasbro got the beach towel graphic worked in but missed the grappling rocket for the jetpack. Oh well. Blast on over for a closer look!
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of R2-D2 from the Vintage Collection’s Return of the Jedi wave (Wave 3).
PROS: After 7 years, this is a great second attempt at the “BAR2-D2” figure. The drink tray is far superior to the previous version in terms of sculpt and the ability to remove the individual glasses. Loaded with accessories and features to re-enact other scenes from the Original Trilogy.
CONS: Little pieces can be easy to loose if not careful. Dome rotation is limited when lightsaber or periscope accessories are in use. Smaller scale seems unnecessary at this stage of the hobby.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and judge for yourself whether this figure 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.
