J.J. Abrams' "Force For Change" put up another video with teases of wonderful prizes like advance screenings of the movie, but let's face it - there's no reason to bury the lede. While filming in the UK, Mr. Abrams decided to give us all a sneak peak of a new vehicle which is probably the absolutely best way to get anyone to watch a video for a charity. Congratulations, UNICEF!
You want answers for your questions? You want questions for your answers? Q&A is back and Comic-Con is mere days away. What can we expect? Probably more questions, but for now let's talk Original Trilogy toys in a sequel series world. Also, birds, and what is for them. What does the future hold for interactivity and action features? Well... that's tough to get at, but we can analyze some trends.
Also, don't forget to send in your questions for next time. Read on!
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The rumors were true! Hasbro is indeed releasing a Millennium Falcon in a few months exclusively at Walmart, sans action figure compatibility. It's big, it's cheap, and it's pictured after the break - with pricing and other useful information.
Comic-Con is just around the corner, so let's squeeze in more Q&A as that seems to be the driving force of this site lately. Let's talk packaging - is it time for the blue refresh of The Black Series? And Star Cases - will they see an update soon? Finally, the toy market in 2014 is different than it was in 1999, 1995, or 1983 because why not.
Also, don't forget to send in your questions for next time. Read on!
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The H.P. Lovecraft-inspired Legends of Cthulhu Retro Action Figure Toy Line ends on Kickstarter in a few hours - and includes Mr. Lovecraft as a stretch goal. The 3 3/4-inch action figures from Warpo Toys are designed to look like a product of the late 1970s and early 1980s, down to the packaging painting. If you've been following ReAction, or Bif Bang Pow!'s Twilight Zone, or Zica's Six Million Dollar Man, they're like that. And if you don't know what any of this means, think Kenner 1978.
Hey kids, welcome to Q&A! What kind of things are still missing and might be at Comic-Con? Good question! What's going on with Star Wars on TV? Not too much, but some stuff is in the works. Or was, anyway. And what's up with the 2 1/2-inch Guardians of the Galaxy figures - could this be the ghost of Christmases yet to come?
Also, don't forget to send in your questions for next time. Read on!
Who are the Top 10 US retailers? The answer will only partially surprise you as this IBtimes.com article lays it in black and white and mostly green.
Rounding out this week's Figure of the Day special run is a Snowtrooper Commander! It has a great sculpt, a ton of articulation, and two weapons - you can't beat it! Well, maybe you can, but it would be tough. Check it out, and read on!
A new character! It's Toryn Farr, who is like Uhura with slightly less to do. The Hoth hero here has headphones and a cool blaster. Her build is basically 2010 Hoth Leia, with a new head, new vest, new hands, and new forearms. You're going to love it - even if you don't think you need it, you totally do. Read on!
The article: Prototype Boba Fett Black Series Figure – Exclusive Reveal!
Supposedly (depending on the reports) between August and some time this fall, we're going to have access to a $19.99 white "prototype" 6-inch Boba Fett. A mail-in version of this costume was made for the 3 3/4-inch scale a couple of years ago, so now we'll have access to a bigger version of this character. Somehow, pre-orders will start at Comic-Con in a few weeks.
If you're looking for a figure that aspires to give you 1980 engineering with 2014 prices and sculpting, Yoda is it! The new The Black Series 3 3/4-inch figure has a cane, flute, coat, belt, and backpack while somehow only having 5 points of articulation at about $11. It fits in his backpack just fine, and the jacket needs some fidgeting - but is it good otherwise? Read on!