Monthly Archives: September 2022

Hasbro has released the full schedule for Day 2 of Pulse Con 2022. The Hasbro Star Wars live stream is set to start at 3:45. Check back tomorrow after the event and we will distill all the Star Wars announcements. 

Are you ready to pay $80 for a figure of yourself? Then the new Hasbro Selfie Series is for you! You can download the Hasbro Pulse app to get started. Get more information at Hasbropulse.com.

Get ready for more aggravation. The Walmart exclusive “The Ninety Six” figures are clearly for carded collectors looking to have a modern counterpart to the original vintage Kenner run of Star Wars action figures. But once again, they’re are arriving in padded envelopes, and most samples are being reported and “severely damaged,” ours included. How difficult is it to code these items as collectibles so they can guarantee they get packed in a box instead of a flimsy envelope? Let us know of your arrivals.

The Princess Leia Organa figure in The Black Series [Publishing Program] line is better than you think. . And it comes with more accessories than some “deluxe” figures. (Remember that scam?) (more….)

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The Din Djarin (Morak) figure in The Vintage Collection is mostly reused parts, but you shouldn’t let that fool you. It’s an excellent action figure. (more….)

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Shipping notices are going out for the Walmart exclusive The Vintage Collection Original 96 wave. The estimated arrival is October 2nd. 

A new episode of Andor dropped today and after the escape from Ferrix it is the beginning of an all new arc and chapter in the series. Several new characters are introduced, we finally meet Mon Mothma and ISB Officer Dedra Meero, as well as a few rebels. As in episode 1 things are rather slow at the beginning of the new arc, but still very intriguing. Read my spoiler review for Aldhani by clicking here or on the banner and let’s discuss the latest Andor episode!

Just over a year after its pre-order date (September 24, 2021), the Target exclusive The Black Series Droids Boba Fett is finally shipping. Shipping notices have started going out this week. There have also been reports showing up on social media of this showing up in stores. So, if you missed the pre-order it’s time to start checking brick and mortar!

This last week or so I took advantage of some sales on Dorksidetoys.com. Six TVC figures made their way to my house. I also had a frustrating Target experience, and I need to vent! Something for everyone today… Click here to read about it.

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LEGO is releasing a new, larger Razor Crest clocking in at 6,187 pieces, which will set you back $599.99.  This new Ultimate Collector Series set goes up for sale on October 3rd for LEGO VIP members and October 7th for the general public. 

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Now through Sep 28th, 2022 at 11:59pm PDT you can save 30% ($69) off the Hot Toys Shoretrooper as one of today’s Sideshow Collectibles Daily Deals. Click here for the product page, and use code SHRTRP when checking out. You get free shipping with this as well!

After missing last year’s Holiday season, The Black Series Holiday Edition figures are back. You can check out the full details on the @preternia Twitter feed. All are listed at $27.99 and slated to go up for pre-order on November 1st.

• Stormtrooper (Holiday Edition) – Amazon 
• Clone Trooper (Holiday Edition) – ShopDisney/Hasbro Pulse
• Wookiee (Holiday Edition) – GameStop
• Mandalorian Warrior (Holiday Edition) – Target 
• Protocol Droid (Holiday Edition) – Fan Channel
• Scout Trooper (Holiday Edition) – Walmart

Three more character posters are out today from the new series Andor. Click below to check them out.

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The Hot Toys Cobb Vanth (MAS084) Sixth Scale figure is now available to pre-order. Head over to Sideshow Collectibles for the pre-order page.

Cobb Vanth (TMS084) makes his way into The Mandalorian sixth scale collection. Click through to check out full details and gallery images of the latest Hot Toys release. 

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Gentle Giant’s latest Milestones Statue features Ahsoka Tano. Head over to the product page to check out the full gallery. Pre-orders start on September 26 for select members and the general public on October 3rd.

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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 Klaatu (#345) and Daultay Dofine (#346). 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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Pre-orders are now open for the Target exclusive The Black Series Andor figures. Click below for pre-order pages:

• Imperial Officer (Ferrix)
• Shoretrooper

Disney created the R3-T2/NED-B/Viper Probe Droid/1-JAC Droid Factory set to support the Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ series. How well does it hold up? (more….)

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Now that you’ve had a chance to meet B2EMO in the Andor premiere, you can once again pick him up at ShopDisney.com. Thanks to JTA reader Jon for the alert!

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Sideshow Collectibles has opened up orders for the Hot Toys Stormtrooper (Chrome Version) (MMS615) 1/6 Scale Figure. Click here for the order page. Thanks to JTA reader Darthflan for the alert!

The first three episodes of Andor dropped early today. Is it any good? In my opinion it’s in many ways the best Disney+ Star Wars series yet. Read more in my spoiler review for the first three episodes and let’s discuss the latest Star Wars series! Click here or on the banner below to go to the review!

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The pre-order page for the Andor The Black Series set announced earlier today is now available on Amazon.com.

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Poster collectors can now redeem points to secure the latest Andor poster from Disney Movie Insiders. You can pick this up for 400 points. You will need to be logged in to see the product page.

If you don’t have enough points, you can pick some up on eBay! 

Update: Out of stock!

Check out the latest The Black Series set featuring a 3-pack from The Mandalorian: The Mandalorian, Ahsoka Tano, and Grogu. This will be an Amazon exclusive and available for pre-order TODAY at 1 PM Eastern for $66.99. Check back later and we will add the link when it goes live. Visit our friends at Jedi News for the full announcement!

After a long wait since it was first announced back in November 2018 you can now watch the first three episodes of Andor. The first season will run for 12 episodes and finish up on November 23.

Hello Toy Runners, I’m pleased to join you again to discuss our recent toy finds! I took advantage of Migs Mayfield being on clearance at Target to build up my mudtrooper army. I also got the 332nd Clone Troopers from Amazon, and I took the opportunity to revisit my Captain Vaughn custom. Check it out!

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Poster collectors can redeem points for the latest Andor poster this Wednesday, September 21st. Look for this to drop around noon. Thanks to JTA reader Tom for the alert!

It’s not yet revealed if the poster will be 400 or 800 points, so if you need points you can pick some up on eBay! 

Update: Looks like this poster will be 400 points

The next Hasbro Star Wars panel is set for Saturday, October 1st during day 2 of their Pulse Con 2022 event. 

Hasbro is trying to pass off another 6-inch basic figure as a “deluxe” figure with the Dark Trooper. But it’s a nice action figure! (more….)

Thank you for reading Research Droids Reviews: Season 14!

Here’s a fun exercise on a sleepy Fall Sunday: Visit Rotgut Station and check out The Gutbucket! The level of detail in this YT-1300 custom is phenomenal, and even better it’s complimented by Rotgut Station Spaceport, a custom world-building space station that needs to make a cameo in The Bad Batch! 

Click through to check out a gallery featuring images of The Gutbucket, and then head to Chris Shaylor’s Empire Toy Works and check out even more fun images of Rotgut Station Spaceport!

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Amazon currently has ARC Trooper Jesse available and ready to ship, as well as quite a few others from recent waves. A few older figures are also on sale for $10.99.  Thanks to JTA reader Mike for the alert!

Did you ever think we’d see an Infinities Darth Vader in the 6-inch scale? What we need most is an updated super-articulated 3.75-inch version! (more….)

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The Walmart exclusive ARC Trooper is the latest retail exclusive being stocked now by Entertainment Earth. Click here for the product page if you still need him!

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Gamestop has opened up pre-orders for the recently revealed The Black Series Gaming Greats figures. Click below for the pre-order pages:

• Gaming Greats Battle Droid
• Gaming Greats Rocket Launcher Trooper

Several other Gaming Greats figures are on sale in case you are looking to take advantage of the free shipping over $49.

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The Vintage Collection Nevarro Cantina Playset is currently marked down to $39.10 on Amazon. Thanks to JTA reader Mark for the alert!

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It’s Back in stock! ShopDisney has the Obi-Wan Kenobi Droid Factory 4-pack available right now. Click here for the product page. Get free shipping ($75 or more) with code SHIPMAGIC.

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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 Kawlan Roken (#343) and Tala Durith (#344). 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.

The 332nd Ahsoka’s Clone Trooper shoots right to the top of our The Vintage Collection category list. Hasbro made us wait WAY TOO LONG for this 501st Legion variation, but at least it’s here now. (more….)

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The Official Site has released the first character posters for Andor ahead of the September 21st premiere. Click below to check them out.

Set as a companion piece to the recently announced Darth Vader statue, click below to check out the Obi-Wan Kenobi Premier Collection Statue. Look for this to go up for pre-order soon.

It’s a good day for new Star Wars trailers! Check out the new trailer for the upcoming Tales of the Jedi series, featuring Jedi stories across the timeline. We were treated to the first two episodes of this series at Celebration Anaheim; they were a lot of fun! These shorts are filmed in the same animation style as The Clone Wars and The Bad Batch keeping the storytelling style consistent. Click through to check out the full trailer.

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Featuring a bit of new footage than what we saw at Celebration Anaheim, The Mandalorian Season 3 trailer is finally released! Click through to view and discuss!

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Click through to watch the final full trailer for Andor, set to kick off with a 3-episode premiere on September 21st. 

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ShopDisney has the Obi-Wan Kenobi Droid Factory 4-pack in stock. Click here for the product page.

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The Rogue One IMAX re-release poster is now available at Disney Movie Insiders for 800 points. Click here for the redemption page. Don’t forget, if you need points you can pick some up on eBay! 

You can hop on your Disney+ account and enjoy a Disney+ Day Special Look at Andor, a nine-minute featurette previewing the upcoming Andor series. 

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Amazon currently has the TVC The Bad Batch Special 4 Action Figures pack marked down to $47.50. Thanks to JTA reader Mark for the alert!

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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 Princess Leia Organa (#341) and Reva (#342). 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.

Good evening Toy Runners! I hope your weekend was relaxing! The extra day off for Labor Day was certainly appreciated. I’m waiting on some TVC figures from Amazon, so no new figures for me this week, but I was able to add some new props to my small display shelf. They are made by Hammerhead Customs, a well known maker of 3d printed vintage figures. Take a look!

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Kotobukiya’s latest addition to the ARTFX line is Echo from The Bad Batch. Click through for product details and images. 

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We’ve received three distinct characters within six months, all using the same tooling. The latest is the Mandalorian Death Watch Airborne Trooper. It’s pretty cool. (more….)

Thank you for reading Research Droids Reviews: Season 14!

Check out the latest release in the Regal Robot mini magnet line: Darth Vader™ Battle-Damaged Magnet. Click here for the full product page.

Regal Robot’s release a new Darth Vader™ magnet inspired by the epic, climactic battle between Obi-Wan Kenobi™ and Vader in the hit Lucasfilm series, Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kebobi™.

Darth Vader’s unforgettable battle-damaged look is recreated here as a highly detailed magnetic mini sculpture. Hand painted with a most impressive faux bronze finish, silver tones highlight Vader’s human form beneath the mask.

Designed, prototyped and produced in the USA, each magnet is cast in solid resin and hand painted by the Regal Robot artists in the company’s New York studio with distinctive faux finishes. They ship ready to display.

Add this great magnet to your collection, home, office, man-cave or fridge and get discounted shipping if you order together with other magnets from the series! See more photos and shop the collection here!

Gentle Giant has opened pre-orders for the Knights of the Old Republic™ – Bastila Shan™ Gallery Diorama. Click here for the pre-order page and additional gallery images.

We get another army-builder in the Imperial Stormtrooper (Nevarro Cantina) Deluxe set from Walmart. (more….)

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We have another Target exclusive The Vintage Collection update for our Visual Guides today. Click below to check out Koska Reeves (VC230). You can also check out 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 Boss Nass (#339) and Taun We (#340). 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.

SH Figuarts revealed a new Boba Fett action figure earlier this week. This is an updated version, but it’s not entirely clear if it’s a retool or just a repaint. This throne room version of Boba Fett does however come with a brand new throne and two brand new headsculpts. Click through for more photos!

SH Figuarts Boba Fett with throne

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Today we are adding the Target exclusive The Vintage Collection Migs Mayfeld (VC229) to our Visual Guides. Click below to check out the full Visual Guide page, and click here to read our full review.

Two more exclusive The Black Series Andor figures were revealed today, this time exclusive to Walmart. Check out Cassian Andor (Aldhani Mission) and Imperial Officer (Dark Times). These are due to drop for pre-order on October 6 at 10 AM Eastern.

Gizmodo.com has the exclusive reveal for two Target exclusive The Black Series figures. Head on over to Gizmodo.com for complete details on the Shoretrooper and Imperial Officer (Ferrix). Look for pre-orders to go live on Target’s web site on September 23rd at 9 AM Eastern, retailing for $27.99.

In conjunction with Acme Archives, Bottleneck Gallery currently has a timed release pre-order for three beautiful  Original Trilogy prints by Eric Elia. These 18″x24″ prints will be available to pre-order through this Sunday, September 4th @ 11:59 PM ET. 

Edition sizes will be determined by the number of prints sold through Sunday, September 4th @ 11:59 PM ET

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Make sure to check through the Hasbro Toy Shop eBay page for deals on The Vintage Collection and The Black Series. They’ve also listed several Walmart and Target exclusives. Thanks to JTA reader Matt for the alert!

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Sideshow Collectibles has opened up pre-orders for the Hot Toys sixth scale Reva (Third Sister) figure. Click through for the pre-order page.

Hot Toys officially reveals Reva (Third Sister) (TMS083) from the Disney+ Obi-Wan Kenobi series. Click through for the full details and gallery images.

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