[Il Cattivo]

they should bring jj back for episodes 10, 11 and 12 so he can rehash 7, 8 and 9. rehashes of rehashes.

[lordbest]

Quote:

Originally Posted by twehner31

-And Vader... the darkest, coolest, baddest-ass villain since J.R.R. Tolkien's Nazgul... turns out to be a decrepit, marshmallow-headed waffler?!

That's kind of the point though, it's the banality of evil. This intimidating, terrifying, powerful figure is just a wrecked old man powered by spite and anger. Without his suit he isn't even the warrior he used to be as Anakin. Evil isn't cool or badass, its an ultimately self destructive, hollow sham.

[twehner31]

Quote:

Originally Posted by ukmu

I don't count the prequels, they don't exist in my world. So much so, I vowed that my son will NEVER see clones, Anakin, or a jumping Yoda for as long as I can help it.

My son (now 11) grew up watching the animated Clone Wars on Cartoon Network. He dug it but has since seen all of the SW films. His favorite movie: ESB & his fave character: Boba Fett.

I guess that classics become classic for good reason.

[En Sabah Nerd]

Quote:

Originally Posted by JokerArkham

finally found the black series kylo (Last Jedi)

He appears to be the least desired new figure in my area, I've seen at least two of him at every single store that got any new stock. If he had a removable helmet I would totally have scooped one up because I like the new clothes but that figure with just the Adam Driver head is a no-sell for me.

[deecee4]

Like Ben Affleck as Batman, I think Abrams' ep.9 is going to make the naysayers eat their words once it comes out. I can't imagine that they're unaware of the TFA rehash criticisms and anyway this time around they don't need to hit the nostalgia angle as hard since the brand has already been re-established. But anyway for all we know, ep.8 could be a total Empire wank-fest, in that case, then yeah, more of the same unfortunately.

[MeLikeJinx]

Quote:

Originally Posted by ukmu

I don't count the prequels, they don't exist in my world. So much so, I vowed that my son will NEVER see clones, Anakin, or a jumping Yoda for as long as I can help it.

The Clone Wars (2008-2014) cartoon is the best thing in all of SW IMO... especially the 1st 3 or 4 seasons. The Clone Wars era also had the best SW toys too.

EDIT: Also picked up Rey and Finn Last Jedi Hot Wheels... so glad both have real nice designs and look like actual race cars; especially Finn's, his character car looks dope.

[Il Cattivo]

Quote:

Originally Posted by deecee4

Like Ben Affleck as Batman, I think Abrams' ep.9 is going to make the naysayers eat their words once it comes out. I can't imagine that they're unaware of the TFA rehash criticisms and anyway this time around they don't need to hit the nostalgia angle as hard since the brand has already been re-established. But anyway for all we know, ep.8 could be a total Empire wank-fest, in that case, then yeah, more of the same unfortunately.

I dunno...
his last three films have all been rehashes, plus he's a huge OT fanboy. not exactly someone I'd hire if I want something original.

[MUfan97]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Il Cattivo

I dunno...
his last three films have all been rehashes, plus he's a huge OT fanboy. not exactly someone I'd hire if I want something original.

I dunno about the last three films thing, since I don't keep up with that stuff, but I do see your point on his rehashing being due to his OT fandom. Bryan Singer had the same problem with Superman returns, and it honestly did ruin the film since if you changed the story into an original one and used the same people, that'd be a great Superman movie. However, it instead became a somewhat mediocre remake. I can see you having a similar view on the new Star Wars stuff.

[Jeddostotle7]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Il Cattivo

I dunno...
his last three films have all been rehashes, plus he's a huge OT fanboy. not exactly someone I'd hire if I want something original.

Abrams has recently publicly noted that he wants to start doing more different, original things in his films in general. To paraphrase him, instead of just making remakes and such, he wants his films to be the kind that get remade. I'd imagine that desire to do more different things extends to Ep. 9.

[MeLikeJinx]

My Walmart had all the new TLJ 3.75" black series except the red guy. 3.75" BS Luke looks kinda bad IMO... the 5POA looks way better. 3.75" BS Rose looks really great though; probably gonna buy her and just pretend she is a Joe Medic or something. They also had 5POA old Ben Kenobi... amazing sculpt IMO.

[JokerArkham]

Quote:

Originally Posted by En Sabah Nerd

He appears to be the least desired new figure in my area, I've seen at least two of him at every single store that got any new stock. If he had a removable helmet I would totally have scooped one up because I like the new clothes but that figure with just the Adam Driver head is a no-sell for me.

agreed i do think he should've come with a helmet
but i do love the costume/cape, pretty sure he is getting a helmet with the one coming with the display base

round here someone had picked everything except a few reys. one hela and two vaders from the new black series wave, but then most shops here are still inundated with Finn's from the first force awakens wave and the wave that had the repacks of him and rey/unmasked kylo so seeing anything new was like a breath of fresh air

[En Sabah Nerd]

Quote:

Originally Posted by JokerArkham

agreed i do think he should've come with a helmet
but i do love the costume/cape, pretty sure he is getting a helmet with the one coming with the display base

I've read a few different people mentioning black series figures with bases but I haven't directly seen anything. When were these announced? Are there any pictures? I really hope they aren't more K-mart exclusives, there are zero K-marts anywhere near me.

[Lance Quazar]

Quote:

Originally Posted by En Sabah Nerd

He appears to be the least desired new figure in my area, I've seen at least two of him at every single store that got any new stock. If he had a removable helmet I would totally have scooped one up because I like the new clothes but that figure with just the Adam Driver head is a no-sell for me.

I don't think it'd be possible to do a removably helmet Kylo that looks decent. His hair is so thick and has so much volume that the helmet would need to be massive, which would just look absurd.

[En Sabah Nerd]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lance Quazar

I don't think it'd be possible to do a removably helmet Kylo that looks decent. His hair is so thick and has so much volume that the helmet would need to be massive, which would just look absurd.

That's very true so I'll rephrase it from "removable helmet" to "alternate head."

[Universe]

3.75"

[joefan76]

Quote:

Originally Posted by MeLikeJinx

My Walmart had all the new TLJ 3.75" black series except the red guy. 3.75" BS Luke looks kinda bad IMO... the 5POA looks way better. 3.75" BS Rose looks really great though; probably gonna buy her and just pretend she is a Joe Medic or something. They also had 5POA old Ben Kenobi... amazing sculpt IMO.

I still need at least two of those executioner first order storm troopers only figure from 3,75 BS I cant find. Rose is a going to be a Sky Striker mechanic on my USS Flagg, I have not seen the 5 poa Ben Kenobi or Yoda but I think both are great and are must buys for me.

[JokerArkham]

Quote:

Originally Posted by En Sabah Nerd

I've read a few different people mentioning black series figures with bases but I haven't directly seen anything. When were these announced? Are there any pictures? I really hope they aren't more K-mart exclusives, there are zero K-marts anywhere near me.

https://forbiddenplanet.com/232184-s...one-room-base/

[Il Cattivo]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeddostotle7

Abrams has recently publicly noted that he wants to start doing more different, original things in his films in general. To paraphrase him, instead of just making remakes and such, he wants his films to be the kind that get remade. I'd imagine that desire to do more different things extends to Ep. 9.

let's hope...

[En Sabah Nerd]

Quote:

Originally Posted by JokerArkham

https://forbiddenplanet.com/232184-s...one-room-base/

Thanks for that. Interesting that this cape will be soft goods but the regular release has plastic.

Edit: The fact that the helmet appears to be listed under "3: Diecast accessories" might mean it isn't an alternate head. I hope this is just me being worried because seriously Hasbro how are you like the only company not to include Kylo's helmet with your new figure as a display option?

[theArchivist]

Some of the Star Wars figures I've hijacked for my Fantasy collection

The castle needs some peasants



A couple creatures living in the forest


This is a custom I made years back. It resides in the cursed part of the forest


Yoda obviously living in his hut in the swamp with his doppelganger nearby



Rhontos seemed like it would be in an Orc camp


Rancors in the caves


There's always a bigger fish

Thought this little guy would make a great fish-gnome like character

[andr0s81]

Dude that's really impressive, well done.

Hi all, I have a quick question. To be honest, these new Star Wars figures have really captured my daughters attention, though I never paid too much mind once they lost articulation (I focused on the black series). But something about them, I find myself inexplicably drawn back to the figures and I'm looking to expand them. My favorite character is Jedi Knight Luke from ROTJ and I'm wondering what is the best 5 POA version of the character? I saw a set at Target that had a lot of different characters, but the Luke had his poncho on that's not the look I'm going for.

[joefan76]

Quote:

Originally Posted by andr0s81

Dude that's really impressive, well done.

Hi all, I have a quick question. To be honest, these new Star Wars figures have really captured my daughters attention, though I never paid too much mind once they lost articulation (I focused on the black series). But something about them, I find myself inexplicably drawn back to the figures and I'm looking to expand them. My favorite character is Jedi Knight Luke from ROTJ and I'm wondering what is the best 5 POA version of the character? I saw a set at Target that had a lot of different characters, but the Luke had his poncho on that's not the look I'm going for.

I am not sure when it comes out but I saw a force link 3 pack thats supposed to be coming out with Jedi Luke, the Emperor, and a Royal Guard all 3 figures looked really good.

[andr0s81]

Quote:

Originally Posted by joefan76

I am not sure when it comes out but I saw a force link 3 pack thats supposed to be coming out with Jedi Luke, the Emperor, and a Royal Guard all 3 figures looked really good.

That's exactly what I was looking for, thank you very much!

[Il Cattivo]

there's this one too if you can still find him in stores.

[deecee4]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Il Cattivo

I dunno...
his last three films have all been rehashes, plus he's a huge OT fanboy. not exactly someone I'd hire if I want something original.

Being original doesn't necessarily equate with being good..