Our friends at Jedi Temple Archives have posted a discovery from one of their reader which shows that Hasbro has made some tweaks to the helmet and deco for the Stormtrooper (VC41) in the Vintage Collection. Head on over for the full details and we’ll be sure to add this version to our toyguide entry once this version is acquired.
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the Riot Control Clone Trooper from The Clone Wars Collection
PROS: Clone uses the original super-articulated trooper body. Great accessories and deco. Baton attaches to shield for easy storage.
CONS: You’ll want a few but finding them in quantities at retail, at least initially might take a bit of work.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to 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.
Our friends at Sandtroopers.com have acquired the first look at the rumored Clone Wars Savage Opress figure. Head on over to check it out!
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Jango Fett from the Vintage Collection’s Attack of the Clones wave (Wave 4).
PROS: Pretty much the definitive Jango in terms of sculpt and accessories. Re-worked, scene specific gauntlets are a nice touch as is the new jetpack and missile.
CONS: The gauntlet blades are not removable (i.e. they are deployed all the time). Overall color of the jumpsuit seems to still be “off” a bit but it’s a vast improvement over the grape flavored version included in the recent Geonosis Arena set.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to 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.
As we teased a couple weeks ago, Hasbro has officially relaunched the Star Wars QnA!
From Hasbro:
Finally, we’ve fixed the hyperdrive, and we’re ready to jump into lightspeed! And by lightspeed, I mean, Hasbro’s 2011 Star Wars Q&A! The first round of submissions are due this Friday, April 29nd at 10:00AM EST.
You can submit your questions in our forums in the Hasbro QnA thread.
The DisneyParks Blog has posted an update showing off the packaging for the upcoming Star Tours Exclusive Figure Sets. Head on over for boxed shots of the Ambush at Star Tours and Star Tours Travel Agency sets alone with other “Star Tours – The Adventures Continue” merchandise.
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.