Sideshow has updated their blog revealing the details surrounding their new version of the IG-88 Sixth Scale figure. This version features a new movie accurate paint scheme, three newly sculpted concussion grenades, fabric bandolier, BlasTech E-11 Blaster, and DLT-20A Blaster Rifle. Preorder open this afternoon for $199.99.
Sideshow has updated today with a preview of their 4-LOM Sixth Scale figure. Look for preorders to launch on next Thursday.
Today, Gentle Giant has announced the Darth Vader Collectors Gallery Statue – their first in a series of 1:8 scale statues.
Sculpted by Gentle Giant’s master artisans, this Darth Vader statue recreates the scene from Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back of Lord Vader bowing in devotion to his master, Emperor Palpatine. Each limited edition, hand-painted piece is cast in high quality polyresin with crisp details. This statue also comes individually numbered with a matching certificate of authenticity.
Sideshow is now taking preorders for the new 1:6 Scale Boba Fett from The Empire Strikes Back.
Crafted on a fully articulated sixth scale body, the elite bounty hunter commands the advantage with his iconic Mandalorian armor, tailored flight suit and cape, and jetpack. Fully equipped with a cache of weapons and tools that grant him the edge in tracking and tackling his marks, the Boba Fett Sixth Scale Figure is a must-have for any Star Wars collector!
Sideshow Collectibles is now taking preorders for their 1:6 scale AT-AT Driver figure. Most famously remembered from the Battle of Hoth, specially trained AT-AT drivers took control of the Empire’s massive All Terrain Armored Transport vehicles- or Imperial Walkers – in a devastating ground attack against the Rebels at Echo Base.
Dayton Allen (Sith_fire30) alerts us to a reveal via HobbyLog.jp that Medicom is releasing a 6″ MAFEX Boba Fett. Watch for an official announcement soon.
Forum member Warsaw has posted in our forums a jaw-dropping update featuring an original design of the AT-DP and driver by Joe Johnston during production of The Empire Strikes Back. Enjoy this masterful update after the jump!
Boring Conversation Anyway returns after a far too lengthy hiatus as Dan Curto, Eddie from DorksideToys, Flyguy and myself (Jayson) wax nostalgic for toys and memories surrounding arguably the best* Star Wars film, The Empire Strikes Back.
*From a certain point of view