Yakface forum member AaylaSecurasMan was able to score some of the 2012 TVC figures already at his local Target, and has shared some loose images for everyone’s viewing pleasure. Check them out by clicking here.
On a side note, how crazy is it that these are already hitting at Target, while online stores don’t even have them listed yet?
The current Yakfinities Customizing Challenge runs through December 31, and this unique theme allows for a variety of different takes on characters from the Star Wars galaxy.
What C-3PO and R2-D2 were humans? Or if the Jedi Council was secretly comprised of Sith Lords? Yakfinities Customizing Challenges are about sharing ideas and creative customs from all levels of talent! So whether you’re a crafty customizing veteran or have never created a custom, we invite all of our readers to take part!
So join in the fun and create your own submissions (which will even enter you for a chance to win some new Hasbro figures from The Vintage Collection) after the jump!
By now you’ve seen the “Life-Size Darth Maul Giveaway” promo stickers affixed to the new The Phantom Menace figures from the Vintage Collection, but we have been in the dark in regards to the details of the promo… until now. Click on through for scans of the complete entry form.
Just like they were when you were a kid, only BIGGER! Gentle Giant continues on with their new line of vintage Star Wars action figure reproductions with the release of Jumbo Kenner 12″ Hammerhead! Head on over to Gentle Giant to place your order today for a Fall 2012 release.
Reports are flying about that the TPM wave of Vintage Collection figures have hit retail at Target in the US. They have been found in Utah, Arizona and California. South of the border in Mexico, the first wave of Movie Heroes sporting the new Darth Maul packaging design have hit retail as well. Seems like Christmas has come a little early for some folks.
Our friends at JediDefender are reporting that Vintage Collection figures, specifically wave 4 (AOTC), have been found at TJ Maxx and for the super low price of $4.99! Head in over for the pic and check those stores if you have them in your area.
The Yakface/Hasbro QnA returns this week with the last set of answers for 2011. In this session we learn the details of the Vintage Jar Jar and the status of Grand Moff Tarkin.
K & C Collectibles has received new Vintage Collection figures, Clone Wars Figure with Vehicles and Gift Packs this week.
New: Clone Wars Multi-Pack:
Ultimate Gift Set (set of 5)
New: Clone Wars Figure with Vehicle:
AT-RT Walker with ARF Trooper (Exclusive Figure)
BARC Speeder Bike with Clone Trooper Buzz (Exclusive Figure)
Here is a quick update from bigbadtoystore.com about another batch of cool new pre-orders and more new arrivals.
Yakface Forum Member Eopie Herder has posted some detailed images as well as a breakdown of the upcoming Vintage Collection Darth Maul. By the looks of it, Hasbro got this one right! Head on into the forums to see for yourself.