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The Star Wars “Saga” line is officially two decades old. We’re revisiting all of the figures that made up this unprecedented lineup. Today, we’re going to start off the revisiting with 2002’s Star Wars “Saga” [Phase I] Rebel Trooper (Tantive IV Defender) [Version 1] (’02 #54) figure. Check out the new review template, the all-new Photo Gallery, the rewritten review, and the other content we updated as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the line that supported Star Wars Episode II: Attack Of The Clones.

The Star Wars “Saga” line is officially two decades old. We’re revisiting all of the figures that made up this unprecedented lineup. Today, we’re going to start off the revisiting with 2002’s Star Wars “Saga” [Phase I] Imperial Officer [Version 2] (’02 #55) figure. Check out the new review template, the all-new Photo Gallery, the rewritten review, and the other content we updated as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the line that supported Star Wars Episode II: Attack Of The Clones.

The Star Wars “Saga” line is officially two decades old. We’re revisiting all of the figures that made up this unprecedented lineup. Today, we continue with 2002’s Star Wars “Saga” [Phase I] Rebel Trooper (Tantive IV Defender) [Version 2] (’02 #54) figure. Check out the new review template, the all-new Photo Gallery, the rewritten review, and the other content we updated as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the line that supported Star Wars Episode II: Attack Of The Clones.

The Star Wars “Saga” line is officially two decades old. We’re revisiting all of the figures that made up this unprecedented lineup. Today, we continue with 2002’s Star Wars “Saga” [Phase I] Imperial Officer [Version 1] (’02 #55) figure. Check out the new review template, the all-new Photo Gallery, the rewritten review, and the other content we updated as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the line that supported Star Wars Episode II: Attack Of The Clones.

Happy 45th Birthday to Star Wars! Before Disney sucked the spirit out of the franchise much like how the Skeksis drained the essences from the podlings, there was a little film called Star Wars, NOT A New Hope, and it changed most of our lives forever. And we show gratitude to its Maker, George Lucas, for creating the greatest space fantasy franchise of all time.

The Star Wars “Saga” line is officially two decades old. We’re revisiting all of the figures that made up this unprecedented lineup. Today, we continue with 2002’s Star Wars “Saga” [Phase I] Djas Puhr (Alien Bounty Hunter) (’02 #40) figure. Check out the new review template, the all-new Photo Gallery, the rewritten review, and the other content we updated as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the line that supported Star Wars Episode II: Attack Of The Clones.

Our final commemorative The Power of the Force 2 [Red] Visual Guide update features Luke Skywalker. Click below for the full Visual Guide, and be sure to also stop by our review database to check out the full review.

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Today’s Visual Guide update from the commemorative The Power of the Force 2 [Red] figures is Han Solo. Click below to access the Visual Guide page. You can also check out our full review right here.

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If I had written this article the day of the announcement, it might have looked pretty ugly, not that this post will be much better. But in all seriousness, what’s the deal with making The Vintage Collection Stormtrooper from A New Hope a Walmart exclusive? (more….)

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Collectors of The Black Series [Phase IV] line get another chance at Princess Leia Organa (Yavin 4). It’s a gorgeous interpretaion of the princess. (more….)

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The Black Series [Phase IV] Doctor Evazan (ANH03) figure is a bit better than Ponda Baba, but still not where it should be with all things said. And this figure’s head sculpt isn’t accurate either. (more….)

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Hasbro gave the shaft to all who purchased The Black Series [Phase IV] Ponda Baba (ANH02) figure. But the head sculpt is pretty nice, at least. (more….)

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It appears as if Hasbro FINALLY loves Princess Leia! Check out The Black Series Archive Princess Leia Organa Photo Real-updated action figure, and you’ll be a believer too! (more….)

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The new Princess Leia Organa (Yavin 4) is a gorgeous figure in terrible packaging. Learn more. (more….)

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Here’s our last The Vintage Collection Visual Guide update before the holiday! Click below to check out the complete Visual Guide for the Tantive IV Corridor Playset. Make sure to also check out our full review with additional diorama gallery photos. We will be back after the holidays to wrap up our run of The Vintage Collection updates, and then we will be moving on to a huge run of The Black Series updates. Stay tuned!

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Today’s Visual Guide update features the 2019 San Diego Comic Con exclusive The Vintage Collection Luke Skywalker Jedi Destiny Set. Click below for a complete look at the Visual Guide for this set, and catch up on the review right here.

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Welcome to another entry in our The Vintage Collection: The Ninety Six column. Hasbro recently committed to collectors that they will be “focusing” on characters in The Vintage Collection that fall under “The Ninety Six” banner. If you’re new to this, it means that there needs a modern counterpart for every classic Kenner figure. Between 2020 and 2021, Hasbro’s made an admirable effort by focusing on these characters. But there is more work to be done, and we’ll figure out where we are step by step. Today we assess Luke Skywalker (Imperial Stormtrooper Outfit).

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We have the final Visual Guide update from The Vintage Collection Walmart exclusive 50th anniversary wave 2. Click below to check out the Tusken Raider (VC199), and be sure to also check out our full review.

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Up next for our The Vintage Collection Visual Guide updates is the second wave of the Walmart exclusive Lucasfilm 50th Anniversary figures. First up is the Death Star Droid. (VC197). Click below to check out the full Visual Guide. You can also read our full review on this figure right here.

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We don’t have the energy to complain about The Black Series 50th Anniversary Luke Skywalker figure on the front page, so if you want to hear more negativity about these exclusive, click through. (more….)

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The Photo Real update on The Black Series 50th Anniversary Han Solo is a nice update, but does the upgrade make the figure worthy of your repurchase of it? (more….)

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Check out the latest Legends in 3-Dimensions Bust: Luke Skywalker (Pilot) as seen in A New Hope. Pre-orders are open over at gentlegiantltd.com. 

We are looking at SE7EN new 3.75-inch The Vintage Collection action figures! The Vintage Collection Death Star Droid epitomizes “bittersweetness.” It’s so nice to see this figure in vintage Kenner packaging, but it’s a lousy action figure based on a Kenner figure instead of the on-screen character. (more….)

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We are looking at SE7EN new 3.75-inch The Vintage Collection action figures! It only took 15 YEARS and MULTIPLE re-releases for Hasbro to update the 2006 VTSC Sand People action figure. And Hasbro’s press images of the updated release had collectors worried as it left a lot to be desired. We’re happy to report, however, that The Vintage Collection Tusken Raider is a pleasant surprise with a new portrait and new arms with enhanced articulation. And while imperfect, it takes the lead by quite a bit! We’re certain you’re going to like this one a lot! (more….)

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