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Via the Star Wars Galactic Hunter Figure of the Day Blog: The Mandalorian (Epic World of Action Mech Force Suit) . You know the new mold we looked at last week together? It's that, with some blue, and a giant robot suit. (Weirdly, my sample has two of the same lower leg.) It stands out from the basic release thanks to the blue bits, and it's a goofy - but neat - toy. Read on!
This week in Star Wars Q&A - Let's talk 3D printers! In a world where pre-orders are ruining the fun, let's take a quick look at something you can ruin for yourself. Also, Andor's TIE Avenger - should we expect one? I wouldn't.
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Hi kids! Did you know this site is largely financed by you? It's true! The Galactic Hunter domain name is up for renewal this year, and I pay for it and my hosting fees through the Galactic Hunter Patreon. If you have a dollar or two, or some small amount of money you won't miss, I would appreciate any minimal tier of support you can offer. If a couple dozen people can kick in $1 a month, it does a lot of good. You won't miss it - I hope - and it keeps me making weird projects for the entire internet like...
The Retro Collection Dump Page!
It's filled with information that I would hope someone coming to the line would find useful, like upcoming releases, a list of figures with lightsabers, and a tally of how many women we have in the line. I'm hoping to augment these with group shots in the coming weeks.
Why does it look like it was coded by a student in 1997 with a Jalfrezi bookmark? Because I think that sort of thing is funny, and because anyone with a vintage iMac or CRT-era PC can view it when testing their browsers at http://galactichunter.com/retro/.
After missing the April 27 date, the May 4 date, and then just asking for fans to approve a delay this week, Target decided just to cancel all pre-orders for the Star Wars Retro Collection Star Wars: A New Hope Figure Multipack.
Presumably the item will still come out at some point, but apparently you're going to have to hunt it now. Target stores put out shelf tags for it last week, so it's presently unknown what caused all pre-orders to be canceled. The original date for the item was April 27, then May 4, and just this week fans were asked to approve an order delay until May 20. I suppose that means May 20 was not the real date.
Via the Star Wars Galactic Hunter Figure of the Day Blog: Grand Admiral Thrawn (Live-Action, The Vintage Collection). This is the previous Rebels Thrawn with a new blaster, new head, and new shades of blue. It shares parts with Motti, Piett, and other Imperial officer figures from the last few years. If you're not Thrawn-ed out, this is a figure you can pick up that could well be Ship Of Theseused into a new version when season 2 of Ahsoka comes out - but it's the best one right now. Read on!
Via the Star Wars Galactic Hunter Figure of the Day Blog: The Mandalorian (Epic World of Action). It looks a lot like last year's figure, but adds tons of articulation and an energy-crackling Darksaber. Elbows and knees are here, and while it doesn't have quite the articulation from The Vintage Collection, it's under half the price and is pretty close. I'd like to see more figures like this. Read on!
If you ordered the Star Wars Retro Collection Star Wars: A New Hope Figure Multipack from Target - with Dr. Evazan, Walrus Man, Stormtrooper Han Solo, and the rest - you need to check your order and approve a delay. The item was due April 27, but now has an ETA of May 20. If you do not approve the delay, there's a chance your pre-order will be canceled.
The last month or so has been pretty fantastic for Star Wars on the small screen. We got a second season of both Light and Magic and Andor, and now we've got Tales of the Underworld. Like Tales of the Jedi and Tales from the Empire, six short episodes tell a couple of stories about two familiar faces - this time, Asajj Ventress and Cad Bane. These tales focus on backstory.
But just to be safe, don't keep reading if you don't want the shows in any way spoiled. In case you're worried you might have to suffer, they're the best batch yet. It's worth spending the hour or so to watch all six.
This week in Star Wars Q&A - The Next HasLab! Man, do you think that's a good idea now? Exclusives! Have you noticed how rarely you're going hunting for 3 3/4-inch figures in physical stores any more? I have.
Also, we're out of questions for next week. Send in new questions.
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So, what's new this time? Some pretty good stuff from The Vintage Collection and The Black Series. If you love the 1977 movie, you will want to see this one. If you are fans of the 1979 toy line, and I know that you are, you're going to want to keep reading or watch the video.
Newly revealed items are listed below if you don't actually have the time for a video right now.
Via the Star Wars Galactic Hunter Figure of the Day Blog: Jedi Master Indara (The Vintage Collection). She is amazing! But is she what you want? That's the weird question - if you were around today's date in 1999, the idea of getting Trinity from The Matrix in a costume that belongs in the then-upcoming Star Wars prequel would have made your head explode. It would have been the coolest thing ever.
The face looks amazing, with a great separately-molded wig. She has a tiny commlink, a lightsaber, and a hilt. The costume looks great - it's another example of Hasbro doing what they do well. But it's from The Acolyte, and it came just a hair late so fans don't particularly want it right now despite this being an excellent action figure. I'd recommend it - if it's the thing you want. Read on!
Via the Star Wars Galactic Hunter Figure of the Day Blog: SM-33 (Epic World of Action). The only figure of this character so far, it's in the kid line and has telescoping forearms. That's a new featre! A droids go it's distinctive, very large, and hopefully something you'll find in a store near you at some point. Read on!
This week in Star Wars Q&A - American Maid? No wait, American made. Both questions have to do with the "bargaining" phase of moving the production of collector action figures to America, which won't be happening this year. Or next year. Probably ever.
Also, we're out of questions for next week. Send in new questions.
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From the look of reports, online inventory, and lack of order processing, Target's exclusive Star Wars Retro Collection Star Wars: A New Hope Figure Multipack with the Sandtrooper and Dr. Evazan did not make it out on the release date today. Other Hasbro The Black Series exclusives like the Andor Range Trooper and the reissue Rogue One Jedha Stormtrooper are reportedly in stock around the country, so happy hunting on those two today.
Where does that leave the retro set? Updated 4/28.
