When prices really started climbing for Star Wars figures I knew something had to give. I couldn’t continue to buy like I used to with a clear conscience; after all it’s a hobby. One of the first things that I stopped doing was army building. Not that I would go out and buy 10 of the latest trooper, but I would get at least enough for a small squad. Or over time buy one or two and have the troops grow that way. For years it worked with stormtroopers, cantina aliens, Jawas, tusken raiders and rebel pilots but now when figures are costing $23CDN and more I have to be extremely picky.
With the Din Djarin and Migs Mayfeld Transport Trooper figures (VC251 and VC229), I decided that I would settle for two and at least have a driver/co-driver. In fact I bought one and waited a couple months before getting the second. Not wanting to waste the heads underneath, especially the ONLY Migs head we have, I used some beater GI Joe heads so the helmets could be used and repurposed the Migs and Din heads for quick customs. Now the troopers can pilot an Imperial Troop Transport or act as a guard for a random imperial.
A short video of my younger brother and I opening Star Wars and other vintage toys on Christmas morning. Lines included: Star Wars, Micronauts, Big Jim
Fans can celebrate the legacy of STAR WARS, the action-and-adventure-packed space saga from a galaxy far, far away, with this premium 3.75-inch scale BOBA FETT (VINTAGE COMIC ART EDITION) figure inspired by the character’s appearance in the 1970s Star Wars comics. With his customized Mandalorian armor, deadly weaponry, and silent demeanor, Boba Fett was one of the most feared hunters in the Star Wars galaxy. This figure features premium detail and design across product and packaging inspired by the original Kenner line, as well as the entertainment-inspired collector grade deco. Includes figure and 2 entertainment-inspired accessories. Available for pre-order 12/14 at 1pm ET exclusively atTarget. Visitstarwars.com for more Bring Home the Galaxy product reveals!
STAR WARS: THE VINTAGE COLLECTION BOBA FETT (COMIC ART EDITION)
Fans can celebrate the STAR WARS publishing legacy, with this premium 3.75-inch scale BOBA FETT (COMIC ART EDITION) figure featuring the blue-green-hued palette inspired by the character’s appearance in the 1990s Star Wars comics. With his customized Mandalorian armor, deadly weaponry, and silent demeanor, Boba Fett was one of the most feared hunters in the Star Wars galaxy. This figure features premium detail and design across product and packaging inspired by the original Kenner line, as well as the entertainment-inspired collector grade. Includes figure and 2 entertainment-inspired accessories. Available for pre-order 12/14 at 1pm ET exclusively atTarget. Visitstarwars.com for more Bring Home the Galaxy product reveals!
Two new pre-orders for Star Wars: The Black Series go live in just a few hours today with the announcement of Elite Clone Commando “Scorch” and a 40th Anniversary Return of the Jedi Gammorean Guard.
STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES GAMORREAN GUARD RETURN OF THE JEDI 40TH ANNIVERSARY
(HASBRO/Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $33.99 / Available: Spring 2023)
Commemorate the 40th Anniversary of STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI with this GAMORREAN GUARD figure from The Black Series, featuring classic design and packaging! This premium 6-inch GAMORREAN GUARD figure is inspired by the character’s appearance in STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI. Fans can display this figure which features premium detail, multiple points of articulation and movie-inspired axe and spear accessories, in their collections. Includes figure and 3 entertainment-inspired accessories. Available for pre-order 12/14 at 1pm ET exclusively atTarget. Visitstarwars.com for more Bring Home the Galaxy product reveals!
STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES GAMING GREATS RC-1262 (SCORCH)
(HASBRO/Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $27.99 / Available: Spring 2023)
RC-1262, nicknamed Scorch, is an elite clone commando who serves under the Galactic Republic’s clone army as part of the Delta Squad, a squad of Republic Commandos created to infiltrate, dominate, and ultimately annihilate the enemy. Scorch acts as Delta Squad’s explosive’s expert and is quick with a joke even when combat is at its hottest. STAR WARS fans and collectors can imagine scenes from the STAR WARS galaxy with this premium 6-inch scale RC-1262 (SCORCH) figure, inspired by the Star Wars: Republic Commando video game. Fans and collectors can display this fully articulated figure featuring premium detail and multiple points of articulation, in their collection. Includes figure and 1 entertainment-inspired accessory. Available for pre-order 12/14 at 1pm ET exclusively atGameStop. Visitstarwars.com for more Bring Home the Galaxy product reveals!
“Every Tuesday, Bring Home the Galaxy revealed new products inspired by the Star Wars saga and showcased the best galactic gifts this year for the whole family. Plus, in collaboration with UPS this holiday season, special Star Wars Bring Home the Galaxy-themed wrapped UPS trucks will appear along regular delivery routes in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Orlando, and Atlanta.“
Commander Blitz was first released in 2011 minus a removable helmet and sculpted in animated form rather than realsitic. This new version includes a realistic sculpt, removalbe helmet and an amazing looking face sculpt underneath.
A few years ago I sat down with Rob Williams, host of Generation X-Wing podcast to talk about one of my favourite holiday albums, Christmas In the Stars: The Star Wars Christmas Album. It’s a perfect slice of retro cheese and we break it down track by track. Pour some eggnog, stoke the fireplace and start a new Christmas tradition.
CLICK the album cover to listen and be sure to check out below; the article from CBC.ca that we reference in the podcast.
I had the pleasure of joining Craig and Ryan from Toy Anxiety-Yes Have Some on their livestream last week. The topic (obviously) was Star Wars collecting and more importantly how to go forward with all the recent price increases and other frustrations. Thanks to Toy Anxiety-YHS for letting me talk some Star Wars!
World building for Star Wars Return of the Jedi 3.75 inch collectors just got a big boost this morning with two big reveals for Hasbro’s The Vintage Collection line. First up is a re-release of the AT-ST (Scout Walker). This time the iconic vehicle comes with a Chewbacca action figure. Of maybe bigger importance is the ENDOR BUNKER now getting it’s first release since the Power of the Force days in the 1997. The bunker looks to be larger, more screen accurate and has improved deco than the original. Included along with the ENDOR BUNKER is an exclusive ENDOR REBEL COMMANDO (SCOUT TROOPER DISGUISE) action figure. The character can be seen briefly in Return of the Jedi on Endor and is sometimes knows as either Nik Sant or Captain Rex.
(HASBRO/Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $59.99 / Available: Spring 2023)
Fans can celebrate the legacy of STAR WARS, the action-and-adventure-packed space saga from a galaxy far, far away, and commemorate the 40th Anniversary of STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI with this premium 3.75-inch scale STAR WARS: THE VINTAGE COLLECTION ENDOR BUNKER PLAYSET & ACTION FIGURE. This Endor Bunker playset and Endor Rebel Commando (Scout Trooper Disguise) action figure are inspired by the iconic setting in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Located at an Imperial outpost on Endor’s forest moon, the Endor Bunker housed the shield generator for the Empire’s second Death Star. To breach its walls, the Rebels devised a plan. The figure features premium detail and design across product and packaging inspired by the original Kenner line, as well as the entertainment-inspired collector grade deco. Includes playset, figure and instructions. Available for pre-order 12/7 at 1pm ET at Hasbro Pulse and other major retailers. Visitstarwars.com for more Bring Home the Galaxy product reveals!
STAR WARS: THE VINTAGE COLLECTION AT-ST & CHEWBACCA
(HASBRO/Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $89.99 / Available: Spring 2023)
Fans can celebrate the legacy of STAR WARS, the action-and-adventure-packed space saga from a galaxy far, far away, and commemorate the 40th Anniversary of STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI with this premium 3.75-inch scale STAR WARS: THE VINTAGE COLLECTION AT-ST & CHEWBACCA vehicle and action figure inspired by the iconic scene in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. While not as imposing as its larger AT-AT walker cousin, the AT-ST was a significant addition to the Imperial side of battlefields in the Galactic Civil War. In Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, Chewbacca and two Ewoks swung from a vine onto an AT-ST, commandeering the vehicle and turning the Empire’s weapon against them. The figure features premium detail and design across product and packaging inspired by the original Kenner line, as well as the entertainment-inspired collector grade deco. Includes figure, vehicle, 1 entertainment-inspired accessory and instructions. Available for pre-order 12/7 at 1pm ET atHasbro Pulse, BigBadToyStore, Entertainment Earth and Dorkside Toys. Visitstarwars.com for more Bring Home the Galaxy product reveals!
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