Monthly Archives: November 2020
The Vintage Collection Fives is up at Pulse! Thanks to all those that wrote in to alert us!
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As of this posting, several figures from the Walmart The Black Series TCW wave are back in stock! Thanks to JTA reader Jerard for the alert!
Update: Out of stock!
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In 1984, new packaging for Star Wars figures was introduced for the European market. A cost containment initiative, the new packaging sported three languages of the Return Of The Jedi logo for a “one size fits all” approach. Although a “three-logo” design was created for The Power Of The Force line (as evidenced on some ‘boxed’ toys), it wasn’t carried over to the basic figure line’s card design. They continued to use the three Return Of The Jedi logos instead. Although the word “Trilogo” is found nowhere on the packaging, the term is universally adopted by all Star Wars collectors to describe this line of figures.
Today we revisit Paploo. Just like the Kenner version, the Trilogo card art also erroneously features a reference image of Romba instead of Paploo. Also, the name “pill” humorously has the subtitle of “Action Figure” added. See the full card art and additional notes by revisiting 1984’s RETURN OF THE JEDI Paploo figure HERE.
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Amazon has several The Black Series figures on sale for $13.99, including many from the Rebels wave. You can also find some other TBS deals as well:
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Looking for a second TVC Carbon Freezing Chamber? Amazon has it right now for $27.99!
UPDATE: Walmart.com also has this on sale for $27.99. Amazon is now out of stock.
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For tonight’s Visual Guide update we are adding another Target exclusive Galaxy’s Edge figure to the line-up. Click below to check out the Mountain Trooper. You can also read all about him in our full review.
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An episode of Star Wars Detours has leaked on Reddit. Star Wars Detours was one of the last projects by Lucasfilm before the acquisition by Disney. Two full seasons, 39 episodes, were produced and are fully finished. However, after the acquisition the project was canned and no episode was ever released. Star Wars Detours was a project by the Robot Chicken creators and is a full on Star Wars parody set in the time between the prequels and the original trilogy.
But a few hours ago a full episode was leaked on the Star Wars Leaks Reddit. The episode is about wannabe bounty hunters 4-LOM and Zuckuss trying to rob Dex’s diner on Coruscant. Runtime is less than 7 minutes. Voice actors, among others, are Billy Dee Williams (in a cameo as Lando), Ahmed Best (as Jar Jar, of course) and Breckin Meyer as Boba Fett (also a cameo). And before you wonder, of course the show is not canon.
Check out the video soon, before it gets taken down by Lucasfilm. And then leave your thoughts about Detours in the comments! In my opinion it’s probably best the show was canned at the time, while it’s not “bad” it feels somewhat out of place. However, maybe Disney can finally release the episodes on Disney+ or their Star Wars Kids YouTube channel. It could be fun for the kids. There are a few good chuckles in the episode, but watch for yourself! Click here or on the screenshot below to go to the Reddit thread with the video!
Toddlers 4-LOM and Zuckuss rob a diner
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In 1984, new packaging for Star Wars figures was introduced for the European market. A cost containment initiative, the new packaging sported three languages of the Return Of The Jedi logo for a “one size fits all” approach. Although a “three-logo” design was created for The Power Of The Force line (as evidenced on some ‘boxed’ toys), it wasn’t carried over to the basic figure line’s card design. They continued to use the three Return Of The Jedi logos instead. Although the word “Trilogo” is found nowhere on the packaging, the term is universally adopted by all Star Wars collectors to describe this line of figures.
Today we revisit Lumat. The Trilogo card art is nearly identical to the Kenner version. The name, however, is different. The Trilogo figure is called Lumat Ewok Warrior (Figurine Guerriere Ewok). See the full card art and additional notes by revisiting 1984’s RETURN OF THE JEDI Lumat figure HERE.
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As if 2020 couldn’t get worse, we lost a man who played one of the greatest villains in a movie franchise ever. David Prowse died on November 28th following a short illness. His character of Darth Vader will be remembered forever. Please feel free to leave your thoughts on how this actor impacted your life playing the incomparable Darth Vader character. Fox News has the details on this sad news.
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Hasbro reissued the Mountain Trooper in the Galaxy’s Edge Trading Outpost line. Did you buy it? (more….)
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We have another addition to The Black Series Credit Collection for today’s Visual Guide update. Click below to check out the Target exclusive Cara Dune. You can also read our full review of this figure right here.
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The next two cards from the weekly Topps Star Wars Living Set are now out. Featuring the iconic blue starfield and the impressive artwork of Kris Penix, check out Stass Allie (#155) and Xi’an (#156). Each Tuesday, two new cards will be released and be only available for one week. Click here to view the entire Star Wars Living archive, including individual print runs.
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Wow! The Mandalorian Chapter 13, “The Jedi”, was a milestone for the series. We not only get to see a Ahsoka Tano for the first time in live action, there are also major revelations that will shape the further path of the show. And it’s not even the season 2 finale! There’s a lot to talk about and discuss! So click through for my spoiler review of “The Jedi” by clicking here or on the banner below and leave your comments and feedback!
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Sideshow Collectibles is taking 10% off sitewide today for in-stock items. Use code 10BF20.
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Happy Thanksgiving to all of our readers, fans, and sponsors! We are thankful for each of you for taking the time to visit us daily and be a part of our community, and supporting us over the years! Everyone have a great Holiday, stay safe, and enjoy some time with family and friends.
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Entertainment Earth’s Black Friday sale is going on now, with many items at a great discount, including The Vintage Collection Skiff for $21.89. Plus, free shipping on all orders.
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Comic book adaptations of Star Wars movies have a long tradition. But it seems The Rise of Skywalker may get no comic book adaptation from Marvel. Marvel has canceled the #1 issue of The Rise of Skywalker which was originally meant to be released in June, before the pandemic. There’s still a chance Marvel may release a trade paperback with all five planned issues later, but there is no official word about that yet. For now there will be no Marvel adaptation. IDW however are releasing their own comic book adaptation of The Rise of Skywalker, so the movie won’t be the only Star Wars movie without any comic book adaptation at all. But IDW sells a lot less comics than Marvel or DC and their release won’t be as high profile as a Marvel version.
Source: Star Wars Splash Page on Twitter.
Canceled
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Pre-orders are now open for the Hot Toys Sixth Scale Tusken Raider (TMS028). Click here for the pre-order page.
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Regal Robot is going Vintage with their latest release due to go on sale Wednesday (11/25). Vintage fans will love the look of these, reproducing the art depicted on the Vintage vinyl carry cases. Click through for full details on these and their Black Friday deals!
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Instagram user SWTVC posted an image at the upcoming running change for the The Vintage Collection Boba Fett Card art. Thanks to those that wrote in to let us know this has leaked out! Remember, the previous card art made it to production, so this will be a running change.
note: until this is officially announced, take this image as rumor. One weird issue with the image is the reflection is reversed.
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Rumors about several Disney+ Star Wars series are making the rounds. And while one of the rumors, a potential Bo-Katan/Cara Dune Mandalorian spin-off series is very likely not true, rumors about the upcoming Kenobi miniseries and a Boba Fett series seem to have more substance. So click through for a brief summary of the recent rumors!
Getting his own show?
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Good morning, Toy Runners! I hope you have had a good week in Star Wars, and I look forward to seeing your finds! This week we have been shuffling furniture around and I have a new shelf for my dioramas. They are always a work in progress, but I have a good start on my Endor and Desert planet set-ups, so I wanted to share those with you today! Click here to take a look and please share your finds in the comments below!
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In 1984, new packaging for Star Wars figures was introduced for the European market. A cost containment initiative, the new packaging sported three languages of the Return Of The Jedi logo for a “one size fits all” approach. Although a “three-logo” design was created for The Power Of The Force line (as evidenced on some ‘boxed’ toys), it wasn’t carried over to the basic figure line’s card design. They continued to use the three Return Of The Jedi logos instead. Although the word “Trilogo” is found nowhere on the packaging, the term is universally adopted by all Star Wars collectors to describe this line of figures.
Today we revisit Rancor Keeper. The Trilogo card art is different than the Kenner version, with the most notable difference of the light blue background. The figure’s name was also changed to Rancor Keeper (Gardien du Rancor Monster) for the Trilogo release. See the full card art and additional notes by revisiting 1984’s RETURN OF THE JEDI Rancor Keeper figure HERE.
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Hot Toys officially announces the Tusken Raider (TMS028) sixth scale figure. Click here to check out the complete details and gallery.
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Click below for pre-order links for today’s The Vintage Collection Mando Monday reveals. We will add/update links as they go live.
- Greef Karga (Entertainment Earth • Amazon • Pulse)
- The Child (Entertainment Earth • Amazon • Pulse)
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Columbia teased their latest Star Wars-inspired jacket release a few weeks back, and today they have revealed special-edition gear inspired by The Mandalorian: an adult and a child jacket. Click through for their full reveal and additional details. These go on sale on December 4th. The subtle Mando armor outlines built into the jacket are a nice touch.
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In 1984, new packaging for Star Wars figures was introduced for the European market. A cost containment initiative, the new packaging sported three languages of the Return Of The Jedi logo for a “one size fits all” approach. Although a “three-logo” design was created for The Power Of The Force line (as evidenced on some ‘boxed’ toys), it wasn’t carried over to the basic figure line’s card design. They continued to use the three Return Of The Jedi logos instead. Although the word “Trilogo” is found nowhere on the packaging, the term is universally adopted by all Star Wars collectors to describe this line of figures.
Today we revisit AT-ST Driver. The Trilogo card art is one of the few figures from the Return Of The Jedi line with a completely different reference image. It features a scene from the Battle of Endor with an incomplete composite from second and different film-out. The “incomplete scene” was obscured by the figure’s placement in the bubble. See the full card art and additional notes by revisiting 1984’s RETURN OF THE JEDI AT-ST Driver figure HERE.
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Today’s Mando Monday reveals include two new figures from The Vintage Collection: Greef Karga and The Child. Look for these to go up for pre-order at 4 PM Eastern.
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We are wrapping up our Visual Guide updates from The Vintage Collection wave 27 with the addition of Hondo Ohnaka (VC173). Click below for our full Visual Guide page. Make sure to also revisit our review of this figure right here.
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In 1984, new packaging for Star Wars figures was introduced for the European market. A cost containment initiative, the new packaging sported three languages of the Return Of The Jedi logo for a “one size fits all” approach. Although a “three-logo” design was created for The Power Of The Force line (as evidenced on some ‘boxed’ toys), it wasn’t carried over to the basic figure line’s card design. They continued to use the three Return Of The Jedi logos instead. Although the word “Trilogo” is found nowhere on the packaging, the term is universally adopted by all Star Wars collectors to describe this line of figures.
Today we revisit Prune Face. The Trilogo card art doesn’t vary much from the Kenner version. See the full card art and additional notes by revisiting 1984’s RETURN OF THE JEDI Prune Face figure HERE.
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You have to wonder what happens at Hasbro’s Product Development meeting. Do they pitch ideas based on what’s popular and sells? Or are they so far behind with playing catch-up for being ill-prepared with The Mandalorian, that everything is getting pushed to the backburner? Think about it.
Hasbro designs a multipack including a trio of Cantina aliens or Jabba’s aliens. Check. Classic vintage Kenner packaging. Check. The first run sells out in no time. Check. Hasbro solicits it once again due to its success. Check. Hasbro never produces another set like it again. Check. “We seem to be made to suffer. It’s our lot in life.” Check. (more….)
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Vintage fans have a new guide to reference for their carded figures: the all-new KENNER Star Wars Collectors’ handbook by Stephane Faucourt. Available now on Amazon.
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Hasbro suckered us into pay almost $17 each for the same figure three times with the 501st Legion ARC Troopers Special Action Figure Set. But do you care? It’s rare when we get new characters from The Clone Wars, so we should gratefully accept he overcharge, right? (more….)
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In 1984, new packaging for Star Wars figures was introduced for the European market. A cost containment initiative, the new packaging sported three languages of the Return Of The Jedi logo for a “one size fits all” approach. Although a “three-logo” design was created for The Power Of The Force line (as evidenced on some ‘boxed’ toys), it wasn’t carried over to the basic figure line’s card design. They continued to use the three Return Of The Jedi logos instead. Although the word “Trilogo” is found nowhere on the packaging, the term is universally adopted by all Star Wars collectors to describe this line of figures.
Today we revisit Teebo. The Trilogo card art has a different color palette when compared to the Kenner version. See the full card art and additional notes by revisiting 1984’s RETURN OF THE JEDI Teebo figure HERE.
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Tonight’s Visual Guide Update features another addition to The Vintage Collection. Click below to check out Chirrut Îmwe (VC174). You can also read our full review of this figure right here.
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Is this Chirrut Îmwe from Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, or is it Otto The AutoPilot from Airplane!? We’re not certain. Chirrut Îmwe should have been a slam dunk/hit-it-out-of the-park perfect action figure, but we think it lacks in some important ways. (more….)
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A coalition of local churches will deliver hundreds of thousands of pounds of food to those in need through a new initiative called “Feed the Hope.” The event will take place at more than 20 locations starting at 10 AM Saturday (tomorrow) in Trenton NJ/Philly PA areas. Click through for more.
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Chapter 12 “The Siege” is yet another highlight in a season with lots of highlights already. And even the fans who maybe complained a bit about the “filler” nature of some earlier episodes will probably be happy to know that Chapter 12 reveals quite a few crucial things about what is actually going on and what Moff Gideon is up to. As an added bonus we get to meet some old friends again as well! So click here or on the banner below to read the spoiler review!
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The Smuggler’s Run The Black Series [Phase IV] 6″ Hondo Ohnaka figure is gorgeous. It’s better than The Vintage Collection version. (more….)
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Entertainment Earth is rolling out their sales early with an Up to 75% Off Early Bird Sale. Click here to browse their selection of Star Wars deals and see if there’s anything you can score at a discount!
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Did we need to see The Black Series [Phase IV] 6″ Commander Pyre figure again? We’re not so sure (more….)
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The next two cards from the weekly Topps Star Wars Living Set are now out. Featuring the iconic blue starfield and the impressive artwork of Kris Penix, check out Vulptex (#153) and IG-88 (#154). Each Tuesday, two new cards will be released and be only available for one week. Click here to view the entire Star Wars Living archive, including individual print runs.
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The Black Series [Phase IV] 6″ Rebel Trooper (Hoth) figure is a wise repack for the line. But why didn’t Hasbro include two alternate faceplates with this version? Bad, Hasbro! Bad! (more….)
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Our friends over at Igloo send along the latest press release for their latest line of Star Wars coolers. Click through for the full press release…
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Welcome back, Toy Runners, to another Tuesday report! This week I have a custom alien I finished that I’m pretty proud of, and a couple shots of a mandalorian blaster I painted. I’d love to see what you got this week as well, so please click here and leave your comments below the article!
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The LEGO Star Wars Holiday special was released on Disney+ today. Is it any better than the original Holiday Special? Yes, of course. The special is a fun love letter to the entire franchise and something the whole family can enjoy. Click through and leave your own thoughts in the comments! Some of my assorted musings follow after the jump!
Beware that this is a spoiler zone! Only click through if you have either seen the special or love spoilers!
Not your typical binary sunset on Tatooine
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The Black Series [Phase IV] 6″ Cad Bane figure from The Clone Wars is excellent. There is an exclusive version too! (more….)
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The guys at Blue Milk have posted an exciting update to The Vintage Collection Archive Book. Check it out!
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Click below for pre-order links for today’s The Black Series Mando Monday reveals. We will add/update links as they go live.
- Kuill (Entertainment Earth • Amazon • Pulse)
- Greef Karga (Entertainment Earth • Amazon • Pulse)
- Moff Gideon (Entertainment Earth • Amazon • Pulse)
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Society6 has a page featuring their Mando Monday Collection where each piece of artwork was designed by an artist (and Star Wars fan) from the Society6 community. Click here to check out the collection!
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You saw the leaks late last week, now Mando Monday’s officially announces three new The Black Series figures: Kuill, Greef Karga, and Moff Gideon. These will be available to pre-order at 4 Pm Eastern. You can check out all of the other Mando Monday releases right here.
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The Black Series [Phase IV] 6″ The Armorer figure from The Mandalorian is another hit for the line. Believable characters rock! There is an exclusive version too! (more….)
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Hasbro presented some of their most recent The Vintage Collection and The Black Series 6″ products at the 2020 ZBrush Summit. They reveal some details about the TVC Jawa and ROTJ TBS6 Boba Fett Check out the video on YouTube! Special thanks to all who wrote in to let us know about this! Cool stuff!
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We have another entry to our Visual Guides from the unique concept art-inspired The Black Series Credit Collection. Click below to check out the Amazon exclusive Imperial Death Trooper. You can also read our full review of this figure right here.
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A new Mission Fleet set based on The Mandalorian. has shown up on Amazon. Special thanks to JTA reader Craig for the alert!
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Hasbro’s Star Wars HasLab is all about offering huge vehicles. However, French company Microlight3D shows that you can also go in the opposite direction and make things tiny. REALLY tiny. Their 3D printing technology uses green laser light which allows for a higher resolution, i.e. you can print smaller objects. Microlight3D printed a Millennium Falcon that is just 100 µm long (1 µm = 1/1,000 mm = 1/1,000,000 meter. That’s 0.003937 inches, but just learn metric already). That’s about the width of a human hair. Which makes this Millennium Falcon probably the smallest version ever. The scale is roughly 1:345,000. The first Death Star using that scale would have a diameter of 4.63 cm / 1.82 in. The Millennium Falcon is so tiny Microlight3D actually had to use a scanning electron microscope to take a good photo of the ship. Would you be interested in actual Star Wars Micro Machines? You could easily store an entire fleet in a thimble! Saves you a lot of space! Of course toy photographers may face a few challenges here! Check out the Microlight3D website for some more technical background info! 3D printing will only become more important in the future!
SEM image of a 3D printed Millennium Falcon. Source: Microlight3D
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The Black Series [Credit Collection] 6″ Imperial Death Trooper figure from The Mandalorian is pretty cool. Look at those colors! (more….)
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Kotobukiya has teamed up with BAIT for an exclusive (and extremely limited) ARTFX+ release of Boba Fett. More details to come next week.
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In 1984, new packaging for Star Wars figures was introduced for the European market. A cost containment initiative, the new packaging sported three languages of the Return Of The Jedi logo for a “one size fits all” approach. Although a “three-logo” design was created for The Power Of The Force line (as evidenced on some ‘boxed’ toys), it wasn’t carried over to the basic figure line’s card design. They continued to use the three Return Of The Jedi logos instead. Although the word “Trilogo” is found nowhere on the packaging, the term is universally adopted by all Star Wars collectors to describe this line of figures.
Today we revisit Han Solo (In Trench Coat). The Trilogo card art doesn’t differ from the Kenner version. See the full card art and additional notes by revisiting 1984’s RETURN OF THE JEDI Han Solo (In Trench Coat) figure HERE.
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The Black Series 6″ Han Solo (Endor) figure is not bad! But where are the Rebel Commandos? (more….)
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Instagram user anerdydad has posted three photos of yet to be officially revealed Mandalorian Black Series figures on his Instagram! We can expect official announcements very soon, most likely on any of the upcoming Mando Mondays. The revealed figures are Moff Gideon, who was kind of leaked by Hasbro through box art just a few days ago, Greef Karga and everyone’s favorite Ugnaught Kuiil. Click through for the photos!
Credit: anerdydad via Instagram
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Today we revisit B-Wing Pilot. It was the vintage peg-warmer! The Trilogo card art doesn’t differ from the Kenner version. See the full card art and additional notes by revisiting 1984’s RETURN OF THE JEDI B-Wing Pilot figure HERE.
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Click below to access the pre-order pages for today’s The Vintage Collection and The Black Series reveals. We will add more links as we find them!
- The Vintage Collection – Zutton (Entertainment Earth • Amazon • Pulse)
- The Black Series – Asajj Ventress (Entertainment Earth • Amazon • Pulse)
- The Black Series – Hunter (Entertainment Earth • Amazon • Pulse)
- The Black Series – Crosshair (Entertainment Earth • Amazon • Pulse)
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Hasbro acknowledged two issues with two upcoming The Vintage Collection figures, both of which we brought up here at JTA.
- First, the upcoming Captain Rex has already shipped, and no changes are intended for this figure. However, Patrick assured us that this will be the last time this sculpt is used, and future releases of Rex will be updated.
- Secondly, we brought up the card back design issue here at JTA, and Hasbro listened! Even though several thousand have already shipped with the ‘bad’ design, a running change will occur to the card back. You’re welcome!
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Let’s talk about The Mandalorian Chapter 11 – The Heiress today! This episode packed quite a punch and not only advanced the story by quite a bit, but also introduced a major guest star. On top of that it’s yet another action packed adventure with not a single second wasted. So click on the banner below or here to read my spoiler review of the latest episode and discuss all the things that happened!
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Hasbro Pulse live-streamed another Star Wars Fan First Friday this morning. All reveals go on sale at 1 PM Eastern. Here are today’s reveals:
- The Vintage Collection – Zutton
- The Black Series – Asajj Ventress (TCW)
- The Black Series – Hunter (TCW)
- The Black Series – Crosshair (TCW)
Click through for some more photos!
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Now that we know Hasbro is releasing Zutton into The Vintage Collection thanks to the BREAKING NEWS from Instagram user nerdydad, we need to ask a question. Will Hasbro do the right thing and finally produce a super-articulated BLUE SNAGGLETOOTH as well. Come on Hasbro, do the right thing!
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We don’t often give The Black Series 6″ figures a perfect score, but we did for Princess Leia Organa (Endor). Do you want to know why? (more….)
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In 1984, new packaging for Star Wars figures was introduced for the European market. A cost containment initiative, the new packaging sported three languages of the Return Of The Jedi logo for a “one size fits all” approach. Although a “three-logo” design was created for The Power Of The Force line (as evidenced on some ‘boxed’ toys), it wasn’t carried over to the basic figure line’s card design. They continued to use the three Return Of The Jedi logos instead. Although the word “Trilogo” is found nowhere on the packaging, the term is universally adopted by all Star Wars collectors to describe this line of figures.
Today we revisit Klaatu (In Skiff Guard Outfit). The Trilogo card art doesn’t differ from the Kenner version. See the full card art and additional notes by revisiting 1984’s RETURN OF THE JEDI Klaatu (In Skiff Guard Outfit) figure HERE.
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The 332nd Ahsoka’s Clone Trooper is available for pre-order and it ships November 24th! Special thanks to JTA reader Jon for the alert!
Pre-orders are still available for the Walmart wave of The Black Series figures:
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BREAKING NEWS! Instagram user nerdydad reveals Zutton to be the modern counterpart to 1979’s Snaggletooth figure! Special thanks to friend Josh M. for the alert!
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On November 17th the Limited Collector’s Edition of Thrawn Ascendancy: Chaos Rising will be available for a hefty $150. While quite stunning, the price tag will certainly deter all but die-hard book collectors.
Featuring a stunning cover designed by Magali Villeneuve, this edition comes in an exclusive slipcase, and has special printed endpapers to accent the blue pages. Plus, every copy comes signed by author Timothy Zahn. This special edition is limited to 750 copies and will be available only from Out of Print on November 17.
Any die-hard fans out there planning on picking this up? If so, please feel free to pick me up a copy too.
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Funko and Hasbro both released their earnings reports for the 3rd quarter a short while ago. And things continue to look pretty good for Star Wars toys. After years of dwindling sales Star Wars toys are more in demand again. This trend started in 2019 and The Mandalorian turns out to be one of the key factors behind that new success. Click through for some more info!
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The Luke Skywalker (Endor) 6″ figure is pretty nice, for what it is. It makes us wish for a 3.75″ update too. (more….)
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In 1984, new packaging for Star Wars figures was introduced for the European market. A cost containment initiative, the new packaging sported three languages of the Return Of The Jedi logo for a “one size fits all” approach. Although a “three-logo” design was created for The Power Of The Force line (as evidenced on some ‘boxed’ toys), it wasn’t carried over to the basic figure line’s card design. They continued to use the three Return Of The Jedi logos instead. Although the word “Trilogo” is found nowhere on the packaging, the term is universally adopted by all Star Wars collectors to describe this line of figures.
Today we revisit The Emperor. The Trilogo card art doesn’t differ from the Kenner version. See the full card art and additional notes by revisiting 1984’s RETURN OF THE JEDI The Emperor figure HERE.
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We wish all of our veterans a Happy Veteran’s Day. Thank you for serving!
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Walmart.com has dropped the price of The Black Series [Phase IV] The Mandalorian (TM01) figure. Click here to get it for $17.88. Thanks to Jay for the alert!
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Now that the Razor Crest has turned out to be the most successful HasLab project yet, I think it’s time to think about the future. What I want to focus on is what kinds of projects Hasbro should do. Do you want more big vehicles and ships? Do you even have the space for more big vehicles and ships? So the real question is: would you eventually stop backing huge Star Wars HasLab vehicles, because you simply have no more space to put them anywhere or to display them properly? Just check out the photo below which shows a 1/18 scale AT-AT next to Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher as Luke and Leia. So let’s talk about whether or not more big vehicles is what you want or if more big vehicles may eventually result in collectors no longer willing to back a Star Wars HasLab because they have run out of space. Click through for the short discussion.
1/18 scale AT-AT. Look at the size of that thing!
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Hasbro doesn’t seem to realize that NO ONE wants any more toys from Episode VII or Episode VIII ever again. They managed to sucker Best Buy into taking on The First Order Celebrate The Saga multipack. And boy, is it a stinker! (more….)
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Hot Toys dropped a few sixth scale teases on their Facebook page. Click below to check out their Tusken Raider and Moff Gideon sixth scale teasers.
Tags: Hot Toys: Sixth Scale Figures, Moff Gideon, Sixth Scale Figures, Tusken Raider
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The next two cards from the weekly Topps Star Wars Living Set are now out. Featuring the iconic blue starfield and the impressive artwork of Kris Penix, check out Bo Keevil (#151) and Blurrg (#152). Each Tuesday, two new cards will be released and be only available for one week. Click here to view the entire Star Wars Living archive, including individual print runs.
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Well, Toy Runners, yesterday marked the end of the biggest toy run of the year. I’m very happy I was able to back the Crest, and congrats to everyone who made it possible! This week I only have a work in progress of a custom to share with you. It’s rather shocking. I hope to see your finds this week in the comments!
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The Black Series [Phase IV] Phase I Clone Trooper 6″ figure is a necessary update for the line. But is it the ideal upgrade? (more….)
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The HasLab campaign for the Razor Crest ended five minutes ago and the final backer count is an astounding 28,257! That’s a new record and beats the Marvel Sentinel by more than 6,000 backers. The Razor Crest was off to a great start when it was fully funded after 26 hours. As expected things slowed down a lot after the first few days but it picked up steam again in the last week. Let’s celebrate an extremely successful Star Wars HasLab that exceeded everyone’s expectations! And let’s hope it sends all the right signals to Hasbro. Do you already have plans for your Razor Crest? How will you display it? And what is your wish for a potential third Star Wars Haslab in 2022 or so?
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It’s 4 PM Eastern, so that means today’s Mando Monday announcements are now available to pre-order. Click below for pre-order links.
- The Black Series Remnant Stormtrooper (Target Exclusive)
- The Black Series 1:1 The Mandalorian Helmet (Amazon • Entertainment Earth)
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Hasbro not only announced the great looking Mandalorian cosplay helmet earlier today, but a Target exclusive Black Series Remnant Stormtrooper was revealed as well! Yes, it’s yet another exclusive, so please get ready to place your pre-orders on the Target website! The Remnant Stormtrooper is a straight repaint of the new Black Series Stormtrooper sculpt and follows in the footsteps of the Vintage Collection Remnant Stormtrooper.
Also, the upcoming Moff Gideon Black Series figure was kind of revealed as well, since the box art for the Remnant Stormtrooper already shows part of Gideon’s cape!
Will you get the figure? And you are looking forward to Moff Gideon joining the Black Series line-up after his Vintage Collection version was announced not too long ago?
Black Series Remnant Stormtrooper with Moff Gideon cape box art
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Collecting is not a competition, many people will love both the Star Wars and Marvel franchise, but it will probably still be very satisfying for most Star Wars collectors to learn that just now the Star Wars HasLab surpassed the Marvel HasLab. The Sentinel had an impressive number of 21,913 backers, but the Razor Crest just now crossed that mark.
Star Wars went through a difficult phase in 2018, after years of rapidly declining merchandise sales, but ever since then the numbers have increased again. Hasbro have been reporting growth for the brand ever since early 2019 and to see that the second Star Wars HasLab is now the most successful HasLab campaign yet is certainly a very good sign for the franchise and the brand. Let’s hope Hasbro will use that momentum to release many more Black Series and Vintage Collection figures and sets in the coming months. And hopefully, The Mandalorian will be a huge focus.
What does the fact that Star Wars just beat Marvel mean to you? Did you back both the Sentinel and the Razor Crest? Do you think Hasbro will take note and increase their Star Wars output in 2021? Click through for more.
The Razor Crest is blasting the Sentinel
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Hasbro has really been killing it with their Mando Mondays reveals, and today is no exception. This helmet looks gorgeous! IGN revealed this new product this morning, available for preorder at 4 pm EST today. Click here for more images.
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This is it, folks! We know it’s being made, we got all the unlock tiers, and it’s now the final day to back the Razorcrest! Get on over to Hasbropulse today to back one for yourself! Like the sail barge, this is Haslab exclusive, so if you don’t back it today, you’re likely to pay aftermarket prices a year from now. Don’t forget, too, if you’re one of our overseas readers you can back through Zavvi. This is going to be the biggest Haslab yet! Way to show how much we care about The Vintage Collection!
Tags: HasLab, Razorcrest, Sail Barge, Star Wars, The Vintage Collection, TVC
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The Black Series [Phase IV] Incinerator Trooper 6″ figure is a character that dates back to The Force Unleashed. Now it’s a character in The Mandalorian. (more….)
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Tonight we wrap up our Visual Guide updates from The Black Series [Phase IV] The Clone Wars Walmart wave. Click below to check out 332nd Ahsoka Tano’s Clone Trooper (TCW03). You can also read our full review of this figure right here.
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The next two cards from the weekly Topps Star Wars Living Set are now out. Featuring the iconic blue starfield and the impressive artwork of Kris Penix, check out Gardulla the Hutt (#149) and Master Codebreaker (#150). Each Tuesday, two new cards will be released and be only available for one week. Click here to view the entire Star Wars Living archive, including individual print runs.
Tags: Gardulla the Hutt, Master Codebreaker, Star Wars Living Set (Trading Cards), Trading Cards
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Up next for The Black Series [Phase IV] The Clone Wars Visual Guide updates is the Mandalorian Super Commando (TCW05). Click below to check out our full Visual Guide of this figure. You can also click here to read our full review.
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Best Buy has mailed out their 2020 Toy Guide and they have a nice image of The Vintage Collection’s Luke Skywalker (Stormtrooper) front and center in the Star Wars section. There’s also a little tiny 6″ Darth Vader in the corner of the ad too.
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Another week, another all new episode of The Mandalorian! And while the new episode is once more a stand alone adventure it was a fun ride! Din Djarin agrees to take a passenger to some nearby planet in return for some information on the whereabouts of other Mandalorians, but what is expected to be a slow and eventless sublight speed journey becomes a lot more exciting… Click on the banner below or here for my spoiler discussion of “The Passenger”!
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The Mandalorian Super Commando is a Mandalorian Darth Maul. It’s hot! (more….)
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Let’s continue to look at the Walmart exclusive wave of The Black Series [Phase IV] The Clone Wars figures with the addition of the Mandalorian Loyalist (TCW04) to our Visual Guides. Click below to check out the main guide page. Make sure to also check this figure out in our full review.
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With 3 1/2 days still to go the HasLab Razor Crest is now fast approaching 17,000 backers, which means the Jawa Elder will very soon be unlocked. Most likely within the hour (the count rose by another 12 backers in the past 5 minutes since I took the screenshot). So now the only question is if the Razor Crest will get more than 20,000 backers with roughly 83 hours left on the clock.
Are you surprised by the success of the campaign? And what is your overall opinion on the Razor Crest HasLab with its various unlocks? Is it all you hoped for? Or would you have wished for more?
No matter what you think, it is certainly good news for Star Wars collectors that the campaign (most likely) exceeded Hasbro’s expectations and may even come close to the Marvel campaign in regard to the total number of backers. Now the real question is if something that receives close to 20,000 backers really needs to be a crowdfunded item. Do you feel HasLab should be more niche and appeal strictly to hardcore collectors or are you ok with the fact that the Razor Crest can be considered a mainstream item from a current show that is extremely popular among collectors? Leave your thoughts in the comments!
UPDATE: the Jawa is unlocked, backer count is now at more than 17,500!
UPDATE 2: the Razor Crest has crossed the 19,000 backers mark with 54 hours still to go. At the current rate it is quite likely the Razor Crest will get more backers than the Marvel Sentinel!
Fast approaching 17,000 backers!
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The Mandalorian Loyalist won’t get the credit it deserves. Do you want to find out why it should? (more….)
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We have another repacked figure from The Black Series [Phase IV] for tonight’s Visual Guide update. Click below to check out the full Visual Guide for Darth Vader (TESB01). You can also check out our full review of this figure right here.
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In 1984, new packaging for Star Wars figures was introduced for the European market. A cost containment initiative, the new packaging sported three languages of the Return Of The Jedi logo for a “one size fits all” approach. Although a “three-logo” design was created for The Power Of The Force line (as evidenced on some ‘boxed’ toys), it wasn’t carried over to the basic figure line’s card design. They continued to use the three Return Of The Jedi logos instead. Although the word “Trilogo” is found nowhere on the packaging, the term is universally adopted by all Star Wars collectors to describe this line of figures.
Today we revisit Wicket W. Warrick. The Trilogo card art colors are quite different than the Kenner version. See the full card art and additional notes by revisiting 1984’s RETURN OF THE JEDI Wicket W. Warrick figure HERE.
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It’s a clone trooper with Ahsoka Tano’s face on the helmet! Check out the Walmart exclusive 332nd Ahsoka’s Clone Trooper 6″ figure. It’s a lot of fun! (more….)
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Tonight’s Visual Guide update adds the repacked Luke Skywalker (Snowspeeder) (TESB02) figure from The Black Series [Phase IV]. Click below to check out the full Visual Guide page. You can also revisit this review right here in our review database.
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Big shout-out to our friend Frank over at Padawan Bear Patches for his latest creation: the HasLab We Raised The Crest patch. If you are not familiar with his work, swing on by his store and check out his fantastic selection of vintage-style logo patches. They are beyond spectacular! 
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Disney Movie Insiders has just listed The Mandalorian season 2 One Sheet on their rewards page for a discounted 400 points (normally 1500). If you don’t have enough points, you can currently score 400 points on eBay for $11.99.
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While the US eagerly (or anxiously) awaits the results of today’s elections, let’s talk about something else. It’s Tuesday, so you know what that means! It’s TRT time! I know, it’s late, but at least we have something to get our minds off of current events and on something much more fun. Click here for more…
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In 1984, new packaging for Star Wars figures was introduced for the European market. A cost containment initiative, the new packaging sported three languages of the Return Of The Jedi logo for a “one size fits all” approach. Although a “three-logo” design was created for The Power Of The Force line (as evidenced on some ‘boxed’ toys), it wasn’t carried over to the basic figure line’s card design. They continued to use the three Return Of The Jedi logos instead. Although the word “Trilogo” is found nowhere on the packaging, the term is universally adopted by all Star Wars collectors to describe this line of figures.
Today we revisit Princess Leia Organa (In Combat Poncho). The Trilogo card art is not much different than the Kenner version. See the full card art and additional notes by revisiting 1984’s RETURN OF THE JEDI Princess Leia Organa (In Combat Poncho) figure HERE.
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Tonight’s Visual Guide update features The Black Series [Phase IV] Ahsoka Tano (The Clone Wars 02). Click below to check out this Walmart exclusive figure, and click here to read our full review.
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Pre-orders are open for both The Mandalorian and the Child Deluxe Quarter Scale Set and The Child Quarter Scale figure. Click below for the pre-order pages at Sideshow Collectibles.
Tags: Pre-Orders, Quarter Scale Figures, The Child, The Mandalorian, The Mandalorian (Disney+ Series)
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Finally, you can go for the Deluxe version of The Mandalorian and The Child Quarter Scale figure set, which includes an amazing base and accessories. The detail on this is stunning! Click here to check out the full gallery!
Tags: Quarter Scale Figures, The Child, The Mandalorian, The Mandalorian (Disney+ Series)
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If you just want The Child, Hot Toys is offering a single Quarter Scale release, minus The Mandalorian. Click here for a gallery of the little guy!
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The Mandalorian and The Child joins Hot Toys’ Quarter Scale line. Click here to check out a full gallery of this set.
Tags: Quarter Scale Figures, The Child, The Mandalorian, The Mandalorian (Disney+ Series)
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Wow! Ahsoka Tano, based on The Clone Wars, is gorgeous. And you’d never know the figure is made from a lot of pre-existing parts. (more….)
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In 1984, new packaging for Star Wars figures was introduced for the European market. A cost containment initiative, the new packaging sported three languages of the Return Of The Jedi logo for a “one size fits all” approach. Although a “three-logo” design was created for The Power Of The Force line (as evidenced on some ‘boxed’ toys), it wasn’t carried over to the basic figure line’s card design. They continued to use the three Return Of The Jedi logos instead. Although the word “Trilogo” is found nowhere on the packaging, the term is universally adopted by all Star Wars collectors to describe this line of figures.
Today we revisit 8D8. The Trilogo card art is not much different than the Kenner version. See the full card art and additional notes by revisiting 1984’s RETURN OF THE JEDI 8D8 figure HERE.
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Here are some of the pre-orders from today’s Mando Monday reveals.
- The Vintage Collection The Mandalorian ( Entertainment Earth • Amazon • Hasbro Pulse)
- Nerf Imperial Death Trooper Blaster (GameStop)
- Funko The Mandalorian on Bantha (Walmart • Entertainment Earth • Amazon)
- Mattel The Child Plush Bundle (Walmart)
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Most pre-orders go live at 4 PM Eastern, but Walmart.com has the new The Child Plush bundle from Mattel available to pre-order now. Click here for the pre-order page if you are interested!
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Our friends at Bottleneck Gallery have a timed edition run Mandalorian Lenticular available now through Sunday, November 8th @ 11:59 PM. Click here for details.
Tags: Bottleneck Gallery, Mando Mondays, The Mandalorian (Disney+ Series)
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Regal Robot just revealed the latest in their skull collection: Mudhorn Mini Skull. This will be available to purchase right here at 4 PM Eastern.
Regal Robot is proud to present our 5″ tall sculptural decor piece inspired by the hit Disney+ show, The Mandalorian™, and a great new Star Wars™ beast. Now you can honor the epic battle that earned Din Djarin his mudhorn signet!
This highly detailed, solid resin mudhorn skull is cast and hand-painted in the U.S.A. Hand staining accents the amazing details and wonderful organic sculpture and makes each a unique work of art.
Like our other Mandalorian-inspired decor pieces, this mudhorn skull mini sculpture is ready to display and will bring some classic Star Wars style into your home, office, man-cave, fan-cave… or even mud-horn cave today!
This new piece is a great follow-up to pair with our Mandalorian Skull Mini Sculpture or other great products (sold separately) inspired by The Mandalorian in our Star Wars Decor section!
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With 7 1/2 days still to go the Razor Crest has just reached more than 15,000 backers. Which means the flight stand has been successfully unlocked. There is zero reason to doubt that the Jawa will not be unlocked as well. The campaign will certainly add another couple thousand backers in the last week. The real question is if the Razor Crest will manage to get more backers than the Marvel Legends Sentinel. The Sentinel got 21,913 backers in total. Do you think Star Wars can beat Marvel? For that the Razor Crest would have to add another 7,000 backers in the last week. The bets are on!
More than 15,000 have now backed the Razor Crest
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Hasbro Pulse revealed another The Mandalorian figure for The Vintage Collection, this time with his full Beskar armor and mudhorn sigil. This will be available to pre-order at 4 PM Eastern.
Tags: Mando Mondays, The Mandalorian, The Mandalorian (Disney+ Series), The Vintage Collection
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Look at all of those cool accessories with the Diamond Select Toys Darth Maul figure! But how is the figure? (more….)
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The next two cards from the weekly Topps Star Wars Living Set are now out. Featuring the iconic blue starfield and the impressive artwork of Kris Penix, check out WG-22 (#147) and The Client (#148). Each Tuesday, two new cards will be released and be only available for one week. Click here to view the entire Star Wars Living archive, including individual print runs.
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In 1984, new packaging for Star Wars figures was introduced for the European market. A cost containment initiative, the new packaging sported three languages of the Return Of The Jedi logo for a “one size fits all” approach. Although a “three-logo” design was created for The Power Of The Force line (as evidenced on some ‘boxed’ toys), it wasn’t carried over to the basic figure line’s card design. They continued to use the three Return Of The Jedi logos instead. Although the word “Trilogo” is found nowhere on the packaging, the term is universally adopted by all Star Wars collectors to describe this line of figures.
Today we revisit Nikto. The Trilogo card art is almost identical to the Kenner version. See the full card art and additional notes by revisiting 1984’s RETURN OF THE JEDI Nikto figure HERE.
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New Zealand Mint’s big Christmas Sale continues with some exciting new Star Wars offers added! Now you can choose from:
- 20% off when you purchase any complete Star Wars Silver Coin Note Collection – which includes a free collector’s album. There are two collections to choose from: Star Wars: A New Hope or Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
- 15% off selected 2oz Pure Silver Ultra High Relief Coins – including the very popular Star Wars Darth Vader Helmet Coin.
- 10% off a Stormtrooper Silver Miniature.
Why not add one of these bargains to your collection or choose to gift one to someone special! The offers are only available until 17 November so hurry over to the New Zealand Mint website now and order yours.
There will be more Star Wars offers added to the sale before it finishes, so if these ones aren’t for you it will be worth checking back!
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Isn’t the last thing the Star Wars collecting community needs is another scale of action figures? Diamond Select Toys seems to feel otherwise, and there is a new super-articulated 7:version of Boba Fett out there now! (more….)
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