Kmart.com has now added the Ewok Scouts and AT-ST Crew to their online store. Get yours now!
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Toyguide Update: Ewok Scouts (Kmart)
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the Kmart Exclusive Ewok Scouts from The Vintage Collection.
PROS: For lovers of Ewoks (or Imperial cannon fodder), 2012 has been awesome for collectors as we’ve received nearly a dozen (counting accessory variants) of these little furballs this year. Also, Vintage packaging fans get an introduction to a new way to deliver figures in a nostalglic way. Hasbro is really excited about this packaging form factor and promises that it will lend itself to offering more that just figures in the future. Shipping along side it, this set is complemented by the Endor AT-ST Crew and both sets together, combined with the Kmart Exclusive AT-ST Walker, offer an instant battle scenario that we all recreated as kids.
CONS: Again, like much of 2012 it comes down to availability as there are not a lot of Kmart stores around anymore, hopefully these will turn up on their website soon.
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Sponsor News: K & C Collectibles
K&C Collectibles is offering all customer a 10% off coupon. The coupon is valid starting September 30th, 2012 through October 3rd. The coupon code is SEPT2012. The minimum order value is $35.00 to activate the coupon.
Become a fan on Facebook/kandccollectibles.
New: Special Action Figure Set:
Ewok Scouts and Endor AT-ST Crew
New: Gentle Giant:
Emperor Palpatine ROTJ Mini Bust
JTA Exclusive: The Final TVC Wave
After returning to the US courtesy of Lao Che Air Freight, Paul and Chuck from Jedi Temple Archives have posted the first detailed look at the final wave of The Vintage Collection figures. Head on over for all the details.
Sponsor News: Dorkside Toys
Click on through for news of what’s in stock, available for pre-order, and on clearance at www.dorksidetoys.com including Vintage Collection, Marvel Universe and Avengers figures.
Jumbo Cantina Display Coming Soon
Gentle Giant is now teasing that the Cantina Display for their Jumbo Kenner figure line is going to be available soon for purchase. I for one can’t wait!
Thanks to KG’s Vintage Corner’s Facebook page for the tip!
Toyguide Update: Clone Trooper Lieutenant (Lost Line)
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the Clone Trooper Lieutenant (EP2-02) released as part of the Kenner Lost Line variant packaging for The Vintage Collection.
PROS: It’s surprising that it took Hasbro this long to start repainting the ultra-articulated VC45 Clone Trooper into some of peripheral clone officers from Attack of the Clones. There is not a whole heck of a lot new here but the execution here is good with an accurate color selection for the armor flashes and a fairly decent application of them. Again like the VC45 version, articulation is abundant making with widest range of posing options possible. Accessories are basic with the standard trooper kit of a blaster, rifle and removable helmet.
CONS: A solid figure all around but maybe the only issue with it is that the paint treatment looks odd around the ankles as I don’t recall the black body suit being visible on the Phase I clones. Again with most figures, finding one at retail may be a bit of a chore, but they are turning up in decent numbers at Walmart and Toys”R”Us on both card back variants.
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Toyguide Update: Scout Walker (Kmart)
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the Kmart Exclusive Scout Walker from The Vintage Collection.
PROS: The third time is the charm with the Scout Walker as here we are treated to a near-screen perfect version of the Endor AT-ST. The gray color looks just right when compared to the prior versions of this design. The Vintage-style box is the main selling point here as the design is very much in keeping with the original line while looking new at the same time.
CONS: While Hasbro managed to bring us a bit closer in terms of overall color for the AT-ST, they went a bit heavy handed on the “mud” deco on the feet. Surprisingly though, once you take this off the shelf and place it outside into the “forest”, it is hardly noticeable so I really don’t count this as a negative. One major negative, at least on my version, is the wobbly legs as they are barely able to support its own weight let alone with drivers added in the cockpit.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this latest AT-ST is worth adding to your collection.
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Yakface Celebration VI Badge & Coin Pin Set
Celebration VI is less than two weeks away so what better time to reveal our special giveaway for attendees: The Yakface Celebration VI Collectors Badge and Coin Pin Set! Click on through to check out a few images and stay tuned as to where and when you can get yours throughout the convention! Continue reading Yakface Celebration VI Badge & Coin Pin Set
Hasbro Confirms Final TVC Wave Online Only
Further confirming was we’ve learned from e-tailers, Hasbro sends word officially announcing the online exclusivity of the last TVC wave.
The last Vintage wave of 2012 will be released online only. The figures will be available on Amazon, Entertainment Earth, Big Bad Toy Store, Brian’s Toys, and other specialty shops. The figures are listed below.
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