It appears that the 40th Anniversary Darth Vader that is reissued for the standard Black Series release (#43) is more than just a simple repack. The paint operations on the helmet have been updated significantly in order to achieve an even better likeness to the screen-used helmet by adding more silver to the neck seal portion. This makes 3 unique decos for this sculpt (red eyes, dark eyes, and dark eyes/silver neck). Click the image above for a closer look.
Can’t wait for the U.S. release date for some of the 6″ Black Series retailer exclusives? Head on over to Robot Kingdom and preorder the Guardians of Evil 4pk., Supreme Leader Snoke with Throne, Kylo Ren with Throne Room, Obi-Wan Kenobi (Force Spirit), and First Order Stormtrooper with Gear
Robot Kingdom expects them for early October shipping.
Plenty of Wave 1 in stock, vehicles, Black Series Centerpieces and more. Plus wave 2 pre-order, case packs of many popular Black Series 6″ & plenty others. Free US Shipping options as usual.
K & C Collectibles has added Star Wars The Last Jedi Black Series 3 3/4″ and 6″ action figures, 3.75″ regular action figures, Deluxe 2-packs and Deluxe Figure Sets. Click the NEW PRODUCTS link under the Categories Section for a complete list of recently added items.
Forbidden Planet has listed the four new (Walmart Exclusive) 3.75″ Black Series figures from The Last Jedi up for preorder: Rose, Luke Skywalker, First Order Executioner and Elite Praetorian Guard. Click on through to check out boxed images.
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Twitter follower @shuttletyderium directs our attention to curious item on JohnLewis.com. There is a listing for what looks to be a standard release (sans throne) for Supreme Leader Snoke? He has been rumored to be released in this fashion for some time, but was probably delayed to for greater emphasis on the exclusive version.
UPDATE: Here is another preorder listing via Amazon.co.uk. showing him with packaging.
Amazon has started taking preorders for their exclusive 6″ Black Series offerings. Click these links to order your Elite Praetorian Guard (with Heavy Blade) and First Order Stormtrooper with Gear!
DorksideToys has launched their Force Friday 2 section! Be sure to check out the latest products from Hasbro, Funko and more!
I have it on good authority from a source at a Toys”R”Us that they received shipments of waves 1 and 2 of the 6″ Black Series.
As a refresher:
Wave 1: Luke, Rey, Kylo, Hera, Vader, Stormtrooper, Thrawn
Wave 2: Leia, Maz, Poe, Finn, EPG, Kylo, Snowtrooper, AT-AT Driver
Happy hunting!
Hollywood Reporter gets in on the scoopage with their exclusive Hasbro toy news for Force Friday. They announced a couple 6″ Black series items (Ackbar/First Order Officer and a cool First Order Stormtrooper with a ton of gear) but also the confirmation that Walmart will be offering 3.75″ Black Series figures* of Luke Skywalker, Resistance Tech Rose, First Order Executioner and Elite Praetorian Guard!