Q&A: Yellowing, Sith Lords, Get a Head and Be Wealthy

By Adam Pawlus — Sunday, September 26, 2010
Why are some action figure bubbles yellowing while others stay pristine? Is it witches? Did Vintage Darth Sidious turn out as well as people were hoping? And is Hasbro reusing Clone heads on inappropriate figures? No, but I can see why you might get confused. Read on!

Image Bank: Foil Chase Updates

By Mike — Sunday, September 26, 2010

We have updated our Image Bank with Vintage Collection Foil Cards (Ultimate Galactic Hunt) for your viewing pleasure.One more foil to update, and that's Darth Sidious, who has proven to be the most elusive for this hunter so far. Enjoy!

Image Bank: VC11 Cloud Car Pilot

By Mike — Sunday, September 26, 2010

VC11 Cloud Car Pilot catches us up in our Vintage Collection Image Bank. This version of the pilot shares the same design schematic as the vintage version. What it doesn't share is the groovy stache so hip in Disco era Cloud City fashion. We're hoping for a running change head variant for a little more diversity in our Bespin aerial security detail.

TRU Star Wars Sale + Gift Card

By Mike — Sunday, September 26, 2010

Toys R Us stores and online are having a 2 for $11.99 sale on Saga Legends and Clone Wars action figures this week. LEGO sets are also 20% off, vehicles for $22.99, and role play 20-25% off. Purchase $30 or more and receive a $5 gift card and $50 or more a $10 gift card. Click here to shop online!

 

K-Mart: Jodo Kast Online

By Mike — Sunday, September 26, 2010

Scott from Tulsa reports that the K-Mart exclusive Jodo Kast action figure is now online for $8.99 each. Mace and Obi-Wan Kenobi electronic lightsabers are also only $4! Click here to shop!

Brian's Toys Newsletter

By Mike — Sunday, September 26, 2010

From Brian's Toys: A brand new Clone Wars season, all-new toys!  Get the Clone Wars Waves 5 & 6 now at Brian's Toys.  Plus, check out the new 12" 501st Clone Trooper figure from Sideshow and the scaled Jango Fett Helmet from Gentle Giant.

Looking for an extremely large and cuddly Ewok doll?  Sure you are!

Figure of the Day: Day 1,378

By Adam Pawlus — Friday, September 24, 2010

A new version is coming, but this R2-D2 Bartender comes straight from 2004.  At the time, this was an above-average figure with a good amount of gear, and from the look of things the new version Hasbro has in the works is way better. But is the original good enough?  Read on!

Image Bank: TRU Exclusive Nikto Guard

By Mike — Friday, September 24, 2010

Now available in Toys R Us stores and online, the TRU exclusive Nikto Guard Puko Naga has been added to our Image Bank. A great figure overall, it does receive a negative point for lack of knee and ankle articulation. As an army or squad builder and at a premium of $10.99, we couldn't ask for anything less.

Share your thoughts and post your comments on this new exclusive!

Image Bank: VC10 4-LOM

By Mike — Friday, September 24, 2010

It's back to the future for VC10 4-LOM, where you play a slight premium for the retro vintage card and nothing else, like the coin from the 2007 TAC release. He's today's addition in our Image Bank. Please post your comments! 

TRU Stores Reset for Clone Wars

By Mike — Thursday, September 23, 2010

Toys R Us stores around the nation are heralding the launch of Clone Wars Season 3 by showcasing a new Star Wars Feature shop.  Store reports coming in report new ARC Troopers and Mandalorian Commandos Battle Packs and ROTS Wave with UGH's out now. The exclusive Nikto Guard is still sitting at warehouses but should be arriving any day now.

Nikto Guard at TRU.com

By Mike — Thursday, September 23, 2010

The Toys R Us exclusive The Clone Wars Nikto Guard Puka Naga is now available online at ToysRUs.com for $10.99 each. Qualify for FREE Shipping with your purchase of $100 or more. Click here to place your order!

 

Figure of the Day: Day 1,377

By Adam Pawlus — Thursday, September 23, 2010

Suddenly much hotter, this Princess Leia in Slave Outfit is the must-have accessory now that Jabba the Hutt is shipping to Wal-Mart.  She can stand, she can sit, she can drink-- is she perfect?   Read on!
 

Image Bank: CW28 Clone Pilot Goji

By Mike — Thursday, September 23, 2010

The Y-Wing Pilot from the Battle of Malastare is next up on our Image Bank. CW28 Clone Pilot Goji is a nice nod to "Gojira" or Godzilla to you Westerners. His helmet even bears the markings of the Japanese super lizard. 

BBTS: DC Direct, Bandai, Star Wars, Transformers, 25% Off Books & More!

By Mike — Thursday, September 23, 2010

Our sponsors at BBTS now have the latest assortments of TVC and TCW action figures as well as new Battlepacks like Mandalorian Commandos and ARC Troopers. Click through for the full newsletter!

Figure of the Day: Day 1,376

By Adam Pawlus — Wednesday, September 22, 2010

The best update of the 1980s vintage figure is the 2009 Luke Skywalker with his poncho from the Battle for Endor Battle Pack. It's likely still available near you and includes a Warok.  What makes it so great?  And could it be better?  Read on!