Reports are coming in that collectors are receiving the vintage rocket firing Boba Fett… however so far it looks like most people are receiving these in very poor condition. Head on over to the forums to share your thoughts.
Update: Yakreader Jeff wrote in to say he contacted Hasbro Consumer Affairs Division (1-800-327-8264) regarding his damaged Fett. They offered to send him a replacement and a return label for his damaged one. Might be worth a call if you are in the same situation.
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the Sandtrooper from the Vintage Collection.
PROS: About as close as we’ll get to an “ultimate” sandtrooper/stormtrooper for a while. Excellent sculpt and you don’t have to buy a Dewback to get one. Loaded with articulation and accessories.
CONS: Far too clean to be a Sandtrooper. Should have included electrobinoculars for more playability.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Darth Sidious from the Vintage Collection.
PROS: After five long years of begging, Hasbro finally releases a Senate Duel version of this infamous Sith Lord. Wicked scary head sculpt. Highly posable.
CONS: The soft goods cowl looks more “grandma” than intended due to the fabric selection. The lower “skirt” is not accurate to the costume. (See example.)
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
Need to know all the info on the new ROTS Vintage Collection Wave? Look no further than Jedi Temple Archives as this week they continue to grind out their Research Droid Reviews letting collectors know why (or why not) they should pick up the latest figures from Hasbro.
Yakreader Peakob1 sends in this report:
“Just got my Rocket Fire Fett and my new insider in the same day! Enough star wars goodies to make a grown man cry. Just thought i would share the good news that figure is awesome! Hope you folks have the same luck. – Peakob1”
Thanks for the report! Watch those mailboxes folks. Click the photo above for a closer look.
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Dack Ralter from the Vintage Collection.
PROS: Rogue leader’s gunner gets a nice upgrade from the 2002 version and a must have for Luke’s new snowspeeder. Pack-in rifle is a nice extra as well.
CONS: Nothing really new here, being a TLC repaint and all. A basic (non-exclusive) carded version of Dack before Wedge? Blasphemy!
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of See-Threepio (C-3PO) from the Vintage Collection
PROS: A far cooler figure once removed from the card. Loaded with sculpted details that are hidden under the removable coverings. Even the removable parts have intricacies on their reverse side. A far better interpretation than the 2004 VOTC figure.
CONS: Seems a little underscaled. The carded presentation neglects to showcase that he has the removable panel feature. Lack of the metalized finish hurts the overall look slightly.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Luke Skywalker (Bespin Fatigues) from the Vintage Collection
PROS: Despite having received a new, super-articulated Bespin Luke a couple years ago, Hasbro managed to fine a way to make it obsolete. This is by far the best interpretation of this figure to date. The deco, likeness, sculpt and articulation are in a word perfect. This figure should easily serve as a base for a future “Dagobah Training” version with a simple torso and arm upgrade.
CONS: A minor quibble – the hole that received the post on the lightsaber hilt is a tad too small and brittle as after a few repeated interactions with the hilt, the tiny loop split. : (
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Han Solo (Echo Base Outfit) from the Vintage Collection
PROS: This is the first time we’ve received this particular treatment of the Han in Hoth Gear. A great attention to detail has been given to the parka in particular (although it hangs a tad long) and the contrasting color inner “liner” is a nice touch as well. Facial sculpt is a great likeness to Mr. Ford. The welding tools are nice extras for working on the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy.
CONS: The kitbash body used here is still very gangly and the leg articulation tends to go all “ostrichy” in when in comes to the knee joints. Holster is a kind of sloppily attached esthetically. The hair-do seems a bit “off” at some angles.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
Thanks to Hasbro and the team at HunterPR for providing us with this product.
We update tonight with a detailed look at the figures from upcoming Return of the Jedi wave consisting of Admiral Ackbar, R2-D2 (Jabba’s Sail Barge), Rebel Commando, Gamorrean Guard, Luke Skywalker (Jedi Knight Outfit), Wicket, Wooof and Yoda. Click the below above for a closer look.
