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!
Yak reader Chad Ryan writes in to let us know that he found the Droid Gunship at one of his Target stores near Huntsville, Alabama. Like the Vintage Collection figures, distribution for new vehicles have been pretty hit or miss in some areas. So, if you are still on the lookout for this one, start checking those Target shelves again.
Finally after a long hiatus, Hasbro PR has sent word that the Star Wars QnA will be returning! Each participating site will be allowed to submit one question (due on July 1) and the answers will be returned on December 31, 2011! Head to our forums to submit your question for consideration.
HasbroToyShop is having a Spring Savings Sale offering 20% off most orders. Simply enter “SPRING20” at checkout. Sale ends April 8.
Today (March 31st) is the deadline to have your redemption forms postmarked for the Mailaway Sergeant Bric and Battle Mat for the Clone Wars line. If you still need a form, you can download one from Hasbro’s website here.