Hasbro has taken to the fan sites today to reveal new Black Series figures from Obi-Wan Kenobi: Darth Vader (Duel’s End) and Commander Appo both are Target exclusives (Available July 14) as pipelined at Star Wars Celebration. Head over to From 4-LOM to Zuckuss for the details.
Hasbro Pulse has started to send out updates for preorders for the Black Series Force Spirits 3pk. Look for orders to start processing and shipping this week.
Entertainment Earth exclusive Funko POP! Obi-Wan Kenobi (Mandalorian Armor) from The Clone Wars now available for preorder.
Hot Toys has revealed another figure as part of the “Clone Wars 20” campaign: Obi-Wan Kenobi
The amazingly crafted collectible figure features a newly developed head sculpt with striking likeness and rolling eyeball function allowing positionable eye line, masterfully made Jedi outfit and armor parts, LED light-up lightsaber powered by USB, an interchangeable Clone Trooper helmet, an attachable cape, a hologram figure of Anakin Skywalker and holocaster, also a display stand!
– from www.hottoys.com.hk
The Deluxe Black Series NED-B figure has surfaced on shelf at Target in Texas. Thanks to Ray on IG for the image.
Lot of store reports coming in for collectors finding the Target exclusive Black Series Ben Kenobi (Tibidon Station) figure. Maybe check those toy aisle when picking up your last minute Thanksgiving supplies.
DPCI: 087-16-2207
TCIN: 84794266
image via J04 in California
Columbia Sportwear has revealed this year’s collection of Star Wars gear this time, inspired by The Clone Wars. The Republic Parka ($500) is available in two colors Blue (Anakin) and White (Obi-Wan), The Ahsoka Tano Jacket ($414), The Republic Heavyweight Pullover ($140) and the Republic Ball Caps.
The Black Series Concept Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Vader set will be available for preorder on Monday, Oct 10 at 10am ET on ShopDisney.com. Thanks to GalacticFigures on IG for the alert.
Collectors have started to receive preorders for the Amazon exclusive Black Series Cad Bane (Bracca) figure from The Bad Batch – but be warned. Some collectors have reported on receiving the Obi-Wan Kenobi (Wandering Jedi) figure instead. On the flip side, collectors that did order the Wandering Obi-Wan received this Cad Bane in their shipment. Clearly a mix up and select Amazon distribution centers.
For the first time in recent memory, I’m seeing a Star Wars Hasbro wave consistently selling and then getting restocked… and selling again. Are you experiencing this in your area? And how far down the Retro Collection rabbit hole do you want to see Hasbro go?
Personal Note: I’m still just lukewarm to the Retro line. It’s a novelty to me, and I pick and choose a few figures here and there. My preference is for the standard TVC line (though I would be interested in a mid-tier line that has modern sculpts, with 10-12 pts of articulation, and a lot more variety than what is offered today). However if the Retro line continues to gain momentum, it’s hard to see Hasbro deviating from this approach anytime soon.