Now with reviews of Walmart’s exclusive Wave 3 Black Series figures!
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Episode 476: You Don’t Know the MOISTNESS of the Dark Side
May the 4th has come and gone, but for many the credit card hangover still remains. There were new releases from Disney, Sideshow, Gentle Giant, Hot Toys, plus sales at LEGO and more! Biggest of all, the next Star Wars Celebration convention was confirmed! On this week’s podcast Marjorie and Arnie are joined by Ryan and Amy from Star Wars Collecting Cosmos. The four look back on the highs, lows, and purchases of May the 4th, 2016!
Also on this week’s show, Brock reviews the new Star Wars novel BLOODLINE. Taking place between Episode VI and VII, this book had direct input from Lucasfilm to help shape the universe for Episode VIII. Join Brock to find out if this is a must read for you.
With a review of the S.H. Figuarts Captain Phasma, a Darth Vader Humidifier, and a run-down of the perks of being a Jedi Knight or Master, it’s all in this week’s new podcast!
Episode 474: We’re Down To Buy Figuarts
Now with almost 50 points of articulation!
Star Wars action figure collectors have a wealth of options. Whereas once we had only Kenner/Hasbro action figures, these days there are options in every scale and price point. One of those new figure lines is Bandai’s S.H. Figuarts 6-inch line. The price is double that of a Hasbro 6-inch figure, but is it worth it? On this episode of Star Wars Action News, Marjorie and Arnie give an in-depth review of the S.H. Figuarts First Order Stormtrooper, and tell you if it’s worth the price they paid!
Episode 473: Blu Rey
Now available in Blu!
Tomorrow The Force Awakens arrives on Blu-Ray — the first new live-action Star Wars home release in 11 years. There are a handful of exclusive versions and many tie-in sales. Prep for your Tuesday shopping by joining Arnie and Marjorie to find out which version is right for you!
Plus tomorrow also marks the rerelease of the Disney Store exclusive Elite figures — including a new Boba Fett! Find out how you can score these figures that have commanded top dollar on eBay.
With a report from Wizard World Chicago, a review of the latest Funko Smuggler’s Bounty box, and more, it’s all in this new episode of Star Wars Action News!
Update: New Target Exclusive 12″ TFA Droid 3 Pack Found
Our friends at Star Wars Action News report via Facebook the discovery of a new 12″ Droid 3 pack from The Force Awakens hitting shelves exclusively at Target. The set includes BB-8, C-3PO and RO-4LO and retails for $29.99*.
*Thanks to Justin from JediNews for the price confirmation.
Update: for those in the hunt for this set: DPCI 087-06-0046
Another 6″ Ahsoka Wave Report Via SWAN
Our friends from Star Wars Action News report via Facebook that their staffer, Justin, found the 6″ Black Series Wave containing Ahsoka, Kanan and Luke Skywalker at Target this morning.
Nice find!
Episode 466: 2015 Star Wars Collectors’ Year in Review
UPDATE: Disney/Lucasfilm Threatens Legal Action Over Rey Figure Leak
Didn’t think yesterday’s “leak” of the Rey (Resistance Outfit) was a big deal? Disney/Lucasfilm seems to think differently as Jeremy Conrad (Furious Fanboys/Star Wars Unity) has received several takedown notices for DMCA violation by simply re-sharing that photo. You can read his account at StarWarsUnity.net
Update: Disney/Lucasfilm is the party issuing the C&Ds over the figure leak, not Hasbro*.
*Apologies to any unnecessary shade thrown your way.
3.75″ TFA Wave 3 Hitting Retail – New Rey Revealed
Spoiler Warning. New figures are starting to hit Walmart courtesy of this report by Star Wars Action News. A new figure was found as well: Rey (Resistance Outfit). Click the image above for a spoiler shot of her full outfit and accessories, and wave mates. You’ve been warned.
Episode 463: 2015 Holiday Gift & Black Friday Guide
May the Force be with your wallet!
Happy Thanksgiving to all the Star Wars Action News community!