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Category Archives: Action Figures
Hasbro FAN FIGURE PHOTO SERIES – #HasbroToyPic
Hasbro is launching the first #StarWars #HasbroToyPic Fan Figure Photo Series and are calling on fans to show off their amazing collections and creativity by recreating scenes from Star Wars: The Force Awakens using Hasbro’s Star Wars figures and vehicles.
Running now and though Thursday, May 4th (May the Fourth), all photos posted to social using #StarWars and #HasbroToyPic will be considered for inclusion in aStar Wars: The Force Awakens Figure Photo Timeline in the Hasbro booth at San Diego Comic Con. Credit will be given to all creators within the Timeline display.
You’re the only hope in helping to highlight the Star Wars community’s amazing creativity, incredible figure collections, and passion for the franchise! Whether you root for The Resistance or defend the dark side, we hope you enjoy reliving all the action and adventure of Star Wars: The Force Awakens and that you’ll participate in the #StarWars #HasbroToyPic Fan Figure Photo Series.
For inspiration, click here for several background scenes including Jakku, Starkiller Base, and Takodana. Check out the very cool promo package that was sent to fan sites to kick off this promotion!
Action figure superstore Entertainment Earth celebrates 20th anniversary
Via Examiner.com:
Since its website first went live 20 years ago, Entertainment Earth has distinguished itself as the authoritative source for toys and collectibles, offering tens of thousands of unique items available for order and pre-order at any given time. With a staff of experts who are themselves personal collectors, Entertainment Earth serves as the “go-to” source for the latest and greatest action figures, bobble heads, toys, gifts, and collectibles.
Entertainment Earth wasn’t always the force it is now, however; in the early days, it was staffed by just three employees in a small garage in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles, California. But the dreams of Aaron and Jason Labowitz were far greater than the expanse of their 1996 workspace, and the company soon grew into the true powerhouse it is today, with an acclaimed warehouse and a staff of over 125 employees – and growing.
“I’m a collector myself,” says Jason Labowitz, President and Co-Founder of Entertainment Earth. “I knew in 1996 that it was impossible to have the newest action figures and toys shipped to my house, at retail prices, in mint condition, and Aaron and I decided to do something about it. We originally started this company as a one-stop source for the Star Wars action figure collector. Over the years, our dear clients have led us to apply our deep knowledge of the collector market to cover all corners of the pop culture industry. From gift buyer to fan of the latest blockbuster movie to serious collector of anything licensed, we have something for you.”
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Han Solo in Blue Jacket Hits Ebay – First Look from Seller Falconer3933
Looks like a new Han Solo is coming, ebayer falconer3933 listed a “3.75” Star Wars 2016 Force Awakens Exclusive Han Solo (Resistanc
Black Series K-Mart Exclusive Rey (Starkiller Base)
For a brief time today, The Black Series K-Mart Exclusive Rey (Starkiller Base) was listed on Kmart.com, she was taken down a few hours later but several readers sent in the images, check them out below. We reached out to Kmart for comment, so far we have yet to hear back why she was pulled. Quite possible she simply sold out.
NYTF 2016: That’s a Wrap!
Here is quick guide to all the image galleries, videos and news we posted over the last 5 days.
This was our 11th year covering Toy Fair and it was a great time as always! It’s always cold, it’s always crazy and it’s always expensive but it’s also loads of fun! Check out the summary and direct links below to each report for anything you may have missed! See you next year!
NYTF 16: Imperial Toy Star Wars R2-D2 Bubble Machine
NYTF 16: All Other Star Wars at Hasbro
NYTF 16: Kotobukiya Video Tour
NYTF 16: Funko Video Star Wars Items Booth Tour
NYTF 16: UPDATED Hasbro Star Wars Images
NYTF 16: Video Tour of Star Wars Jakks Pacific with Scott Neitlich
NYTF 16: Video Tour Star Wars items at Hasbro Fan Day Event
NYTF 16: Hasbro Fan Day Event Image Gallery
NYTF 16: Star Wars LEGO Booth Video Tour
NYTF16: Spin Master Air Hogs Debut of Star Wars Darth Vader Tie
NYTF 16: JAKKS Pacific Booth Images
2015 Poppies!
We were very excited to be asked to be a judge again for our 9th consecutive year! Be sure to click here or below and see the winners!
Giveaway #2 – The 12 Year Hunt
This idea was sent in by a reader back in 2010, we have done it a few times since, and it’s always fun! It won’t be for everyone, but it will be fun for those who choose to take part.
The first thing you need to do is print out the main 12 year logo below, you will need to include this in ALL photos to verify they are your photos and taken for this giveaway. On most computers you can simply right click and print it, you can also click here for the URL to just the image for those printing from a mobile phone or device.
Okay, now look at the list of 12 obscure items below. Find each of them or go to the location, place the logo you printed out in front of them and once you have all 12 done, email the images to us at YodasnewsAnniversary@gmail.com with the subject “12 Year Hunt” – We WILL be sharing some of the pictures online and on social media, so make sure what is in your photos is okay for the public to see.
THE LIST
1) Yoda Toy/Figure/Plush
2) Star Wars branded grocery item
3) Plastic spork that IS NOT white or black
4) Coupon for Hemorrhoid Cream
5) A photo with a unicorn
6) In a fridge or freezer (not you, the 12 year image)
7) Non-Star Wars bobble head or pop
8) Sign or Product with something spelled incorrectly
9) A Pet or pet of a friend
10)Store receipt with an “embarrassing” item on it
11) In a store/mall/shopping center
12) In front of a Force Awakens Movie Poster
There will be TWO Winners (and it is possible for the same person to win both).
The Early Bird Prize – The first person that sends in all 12 photos that are in the proper format wins a $40 Gift Card to BBTS, they are still eligible for the grand prize.
Grand Prize (15 total items) – 1 AT-AT Driver ARTFX+ Statue from Kotobukiya, 1 12″ Darth Vader Figure from Hasbro, 12 Random 3 3/4″ figures from Andrew’s Toyz, and 1 Star Wars Science Item from Uncle Milton
We will pick one random person from all the people who find all items or locations and send in 12 correct photos (early bird winner is eligible and part of the random pool the grand prize will be selected from). You must send in all your pictures before 11:59pm EST on 2/7/16. The random winner will get all 15 items listed above under Grand Prize.
Recap, you need to send 12 unique pictures and each one must include the logo above and be an actual picture – no google images or Photoshop is allowed. Of course, you will have to improvise (like for the unicorn – think a plush, a toy, make one out of clay, etc….)
Celebrating Our 12 Year Anniversary! Prizes All Month Long!
For the past 12 years, we have had the honor of bringing you daily news, product reviews and coverage of many conventions. We have enjoyed sharing our love of Star Wars with you. As our 12 year anniversary is upon us, we would like to thank both our staff and our readers. To our staff, we are grateful for the commitment, drive, and energy that you to bring to Yodasnews. Without your tireless dedication, none of this would be possible. To our readers, it is your dedication and loyalty that keeps alive this great franchise; it is a pleasure and an honor to share it with you.
During the month of February, we have amazing giveaways planned to thank you, our readers, for all your support over the last 12 years! This year, we have over 300 prizes worth over $5,000!
Also, as with previous anniversaries, we are giving away prizes for both our casual readers and those who follow us on social media. Keep your eye out for special events to test your creativity, fun and competitive trivia nights, and much more. It all starts today, stay tuned for how to enter the first giveaway around noon EST today!
Some of the items up for grabs include:
- Five $40 Gift Certificates to BBTS
- First Order Heavy Gunner 1/6 Scale by Sideshow Collectibles
- Limited Edition Art Prints
- San Diego Comic Con Black Series Jabba The Hut
- Hasbro Black Series Rey Figure
- Hasbro Micro Machine Play Set
- Kotobukiya Snowtrooper 2 Pack ARTFX
- Kotobukiya AT-AT Driver ARTFX
- Star Wars The Force Awakens Galaxy Premiere Ticket
- 2016 Membership Kit to Rancho Obi-Wan which includes a T-Shirt
- Two Gentle Giant Endor Rebel Mini Busts
- Two Gentle Giant AT-AT Bookends
- Two Gentle Giant Jumbo Biker Scouts
- Two Gentle Giant Jumbo Wickets
- Gentle Giant Zam Wessel Statue
- Gentle Giant Star Wars Bookend
- Over 50 Action Figures From various Lines Over The Last Five Years (Black Series, Clone Wars, etc.)
- Star Wars Science Items from Uncle Milton
- And more…
You can see these, as well as, other prizes right here. Of course, none of this could be possible without the generosity and support of our Anniversary Sponsors, so be sure to check them out on our prize page. The first giveaway will kick off shortly.
Disney D23 Expo Star Wars Elite Series Limited Edition Legendary Die Case Action Figure Set 41% Off!
Pick up the Disney D23 Expo Star Wars Elite Series Limited Edition Legendary Die Case Action Figure Set for 41% Off!
This has sold in recent weeks for $550 and up on ebay, now (while they last) you can get it for $409.99!
Click here below to grab it (NOTE – Woot moves around items all the time, if you don’t see it on the main page once you click, go to electronics at the top and scroll down a few and you’ll see it!
C-3PO Sixth Scale Figure by Sideshow Collectibles Review
Star Wars TFA Rey Collectible Figure Update
Via Hot Toys:
Hey Star Wars fans, Hot Toys’ highly detailed 1/6th scale collectible figure of Rey featuring the remarkable likeness of the talented Daisy Ridley has received many great feedbacks since its official introduction!
Today we are very excited to share great news with you all on the updates we have for this amazing collectible figure! The desert gear head wrap with goggles can now be freely put onto Rey’s headsculpt to provide an additional look for our beloved scavenger or have the head wrap cover the whole face to reenact the opening scene of the movie!
Furthermore, Luke Skywalker’s lightsaber will now be included for Rey as a bonus accessory (This lightsaber does not contain LED light-up function). Fans who have pre-ordered this collectible figure (or the Rey and BB-8 Collectible Set) will be able to enjoy all these upgrades, and for those who haven’t done so yet, be sure not to miss out on adding Rey to your Star Wars collection!
Disney Droid Factory 2016?
YN reader Frank reports in:
I am an avid fan and love my astromechs! I stopped out at WDW Hollywood Studios today and happened to browse by the Droid Factory counter at Tattooine Traders. Not expecting to see anything, just more of the mismatched 2015 domes series when I did see exactly that!! More mismatched domes and some that I had not seen before. I have not seen reports of these new additions. I found 4 new domes, but nothing new in the legs or bodies from before. Maybe they are on their way? Or maybe 4 domes is all there is?? Not sure when these hit the retail floor, but it looks like there are new parts coming for 2016. The 4 different domes are pretty evenly distributed out there, no shortage that I could tell. Just wish they had some matching parts to make coherent looking droids. Most interesting is the new black R4.5 [?] dome. If I learn more here I’ll send it in.
Thanks Frank, keep us posted! Check out the images below:
Finn and First Order Riot Control Stormtrooper Pre-order LIVE!
Via Sideshow Collectibles.com:
“Traitor!”
One of the most attention-grabbing moments of Star Wars: The Force Awakens was the duel between the lightsaber-wielding Finn and the baton-wielding First Order Riot Control Stormtrooper. Now with the epic blockbuster hitting theaters around the world, Star Wars fans can fully enjoy this exciting fight between the renegade First Order Stormtrooper Finn and the Riot Control Stormtrooper on the planet of Takodana.
Sideshow Collectibles and Hot Toys are very excited to officially present a special sixth scale collectible figures set featuring Finn and First Order Riot Control Stormtrooper to let fans reenact this thrilling battle!
The highly-accurate Finn sixth scale collectible figure is specially crafted based on the image of John Boyega in the film featuring a newly developed head sculpt, finely tailored outfit, LED light-up lightsaber, detailed weapons, and a hexagonal figure stand with the Resistance’s emblem. The First Order Riot Control Stormtrooper is equipped with sleekly designed Stormtrooper armor and helmet, the iconic baton, a riot shield, blaster rifle, and a hexagonal figure stand with the First Order’s emblem.
Don’t miss the chance to add this pair of fighters to your Star Wars collection today!
Click Here or below for all the pictures and to pre-order Finn and First Order Riot Control Stormtrooper today!
Finn Sixth Scale Figure by Hot Toys Pre-Order is LIVE!
Via Sideshow Collectibles.com:
“You don’t know what I’ve seen. We all need to run.”
Star Wars: The Force Awakens has finally hit the silver screens around the world and already broken box-office records becoming the biggest worldwide opening in theaters! Following the debut of this epic Star Wars film, Sideshow Collectibles and Hot Toys are very excited to officially present the sixth scale collectible figure of one of the main characters from the film – Finn!
Originally trained to serve as a stormtrooper by the First Order, Finn’s conscience has awakened following the skirmish on Jakku, which lead to his encounter with Rey, BB-8, and the Resistance and changes his life forever.
The highly-accurate collectible figure is specially crafted based on the image of John Boyega as Finn in the film featuring a newly developed head sculpt, finely tailored outfit, LED light-up lightsaber, detailed weapons, and a hexagonal figure stand with the Resistance’s emblem.
Expand your Star Wars: The Force Awakens collection today with Finn!
Click Here or below for all the pictures and to pre-order Finn today!
