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Title: Unleashed figures
Post by: Chris on February 14, 2003, 11:48 PM
I think this figure looks spectacular! He of course is in the very intense pose as all Unleashed are and that is what makes this line unique. The figure is very exaggerated and it brings a great look and pose to the figure. The lightsaber effect is a great touch for this and the likeness is just that of Luke if he were to be in that position.

Unleashed Jedi Luke (http://www.jedidefender.com/image.pl?http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/2-03/luke%20unleashed.jpg)
Title: Re:Unleashed Jedi Luke
Post by: Obi-Juan on February 16, 2003, 05:02 AM
Yeah.....makes Luke actually look kinda tough.  Not like a wussy boy that he was in the movies.
Title: Re:Unleashed Jedi Luke
Post by: DSJ™ on February 16, 2003, 03:33 PM
A very interesting sculpt. I agree that the lightsaber effect is a great touch. He has that, I want more Tusken Raiders look.  ;)
Title: Re:Unleashed Jedi Luke
Post by: Nicklab on February 16, 2003, 04:27 PM
This seems like the post "NOOOOOOOOO!!!!!" Luke, where he just goes berserk on Vader.
Title: Re:Unleashed Jedi Luke
Post by: Scott on February 17, 2003, 02:29 PM
After initially passing on this stuff I decided once I saw the original Vader I just had to have them all, some are so so (Padme and Maul) but Vader and Dooku are sweeeeet.

I like the look of Luke a lot and look forward to the release of the rest of the year:

Darth Sidious
Obi Wan Kenobi (Episode II)
Yoda
Boba Fett
Han Solo
Title: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: DSJ™ on February 26, 2003, 10:42 AM
Just posted from Hasbro, Unleashed Luke, Sidious & Obi-Wan.

http://www.starwars.hasbro.com/bountyhunter/repnews_content.cfm?id=107 (http://www.starwars.hasbro.com/bountyhunter/repnews_content.cfm?id=107)

We have seen already seen a picture of Luke, but the new other 2 figures look real cool.
I don't know about you but they appealing to the eye.

What are your thoughts on these new upcoming releases?

Mine, Obi Wan looks real good, Sidious, not too bad, Luke, stillthinking about it.
Title: Re:Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: Chris on February 26, 2003, 04:06 PM
Here are links to the pictures on JediDefender.

Palpatine (http://www.jedidefender.com/image.pl?/news/images/2-03/palpatinelg.jpg)
Obi-Wan (http://www.jedidefender.com/image.pl?/news/images/2-03/obiunlg.jpg)

Very nice figures indeed. It is great to see a new Palpatine! He surely follows the scheme of the Unleashed, large exotic poses. Obi-Wan looks just like Ewan would if he were in that pose. I am intersted to know how he will stay balanced, that rock he is on makes it look like he would fall over.
Title: Re:Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: Angry Ewok on February 26, 2003, 05:04 PM
Palpatine looks real sweet. He'll probably be the first Unleashed I buy.
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: JediMAC on February 26, 2003, 05:59 PM
Ugh.  Due to the overly extreme and artistic, statue-like styles on these "figures", the Unleashed line is really a love it or hate it kinda thing, I think.  Not such a fan of the line am I.  Just too "extreme" for my liking on a lot of them.  I do dig that upcoming Slave Leia though, and might pick that one up, which is really saying something since I never collect anything less than the "complete set" of any given SW subline...
Title: Re:Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: SilverZ on February 26, 2003, 07:11 PM
Not too moved either way with these, which seems to be about par for the course with the whole line. I might be more into them if I hadn't gotten into the whole Kotobukiya line, which the Unleashed figs are starting to more and more look like they're taking cues from, especially Obi.

They look good, but don't spark any genuine excitement. Well, maybe Slave Leia...

-J
Title: Re:Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: jor_supersid on March 5, 2003, 08:35 PM
iam not a fan of the line its seems a little pointless to me
but the luke is rediculus i gota have it!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re:Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: Mikey D on March 6, 2003, 07:12 AM
I wasn't going to collect this line, but once I saw Vader, I had to have him.  After that, I needed all of them.  I'm caught up to Mace and Dooku (still looking for Leia and redux Vader).

That being said, I love all the new ones.  I think Sidious is going to be my new favorite.  Luke I like, even the "Jello" slashing of his lightsaber.  Obi Wan is good too, but I wonder why they didn't put him in a more dramatic pose.  The only reason I can think of is to counter the headstrong nature of Anakin's Unleashed.

I hope this line continues for awhile and I can't wait to see Han and Boba.
Title: Re:Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: krisvds on March 6, 2003, 04:15 PM
I am thinking on buying all online  ;D

becouse all here costs 35 ˆ ...  >:(
Title: Re:Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: Please Lock This Account on March 8, 2003, 11:13 PM
Cool.
Title: Re:Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: krisvds on March 19, 2003, 07:59 AM
hey, it looks like Obi-Wan's arms are articulated !  ;D
Title: Re:Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: Angry Ewok on March 19, 2003, 11:08 AM
I noticed that as well, but I figured it was just seems in the coat. Perhaps you can adjust what angle the saber is being held. Thatd be cool.

I still think Palpatine is awesome, he looks sorta like an enraged bird of prey or something.
Title: Re:Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: krisvds on March 19, 2003, 12:15 PM
I want them all.. and badly...  ::)
Title: Re:Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: Jango Fettish on March 22, 2003, 06:59 PM
iam not a fan of the line its seems a little pointless to me
but the luke is rediculus i gota have it!!!!!!!!!!

Well, let me tackle this one.

I don't get why ya diss Luke, but then counter to say you want it?  I think it's fantastic.

The Unleashed line is "extreme", yes, but there are alot of enthusiasts that want something more than just basic 3 3/4 sized figures to put on a shelf.

Also, this appeases the collectors who passed on the Epic Force and Mega Action lines, due to lack of over all quality.

It appeals to statue and bust collectors, who don't always want to shell out $50 for something larger than a 3 3/4 figure.

In MY case, it's perfect for me, because I am a carded collector. I hated having loose things in my house. These though..these were meant to be opened, and not only that, but they display great.

This is a popular line, and as long as they keep making the most popular characters, I don't see any problems.

It really helps my "man, I wanna open something" fix that I get when I find new toys.

Unleashed and 12". Two things this carded collector will open gleefully, and endorse fully.

To the Unleashed line!

(http://image1ex.villagephotos.com/pubimage.asp?id_=1920364)

Unleashed Family: Top to Bottom: Jango Fett, Vader, Anakin, Maul, Padme, Dooku, Loose Jango's reserving Leias spot  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: CyberScout on March 22, 2003, 07:31 PM
The Unleashed line as I have said many times before just isnt my thing.These things warm the shelves here like there is no tomorrow.I've passed many times on them even after finding them on clearance at $5.

Unless they make an Unleashed biker scout which I hope they never ever consider I'll pass on em all.
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: Angry Ewok on March 22, 2003, 09:47 PM
Well, I will only get an unleashed if it absolutely grabs me... Palpatine is the first to do that.

I can't wait for an unleashed Ewok.  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: JediMike393 on March 22, 2003, 10:04 PM
The Sidious figure looks amazing! (the force lightning effect just makes it look so much better) and so does the Obi-Wan. 8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: Depmode on March 29, 2003, 04:51 PM
i didn't like these at first. my sister got me the jango one for christmas, and since it was beat to hell, i opened it... and then I realized how COOL these are. They're very dope, and this is the one case where these figures are not meant to stay in the package.  I have most of them, just missing mace and anikan right now. Anikan is the only one I am not too excited about, but the others are really cool.

The new Luke is awesome. I'm so tired of hearing the "jell-o" lightsaber comment... These are statues, and they're artists interpertations... I dunno, it just gets on my nerves, just like how people rag on the normal line of figures. I think the lightsaber part is awesome, cause It resembles the slash of the blade from the movie, and gives it a comic feel. just a thought.
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: aka DaBigKahuna on March 29, 2003, 08:30 PM
Well, I will only get an unleashed if it absolutely grabs me... Palpatine is the first to do that.

I can't wait for an unleashed Ewok.  8)

Brad, that is funny!
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: krisvds on March 30, 2003, 05:24 AM
YES, just got the deal of my life, 3 unleashed for 8 ˆ each !


Jango Fett
Dooku
Mace

 ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: Angry Ewok on March 30, 2003, 09:47 AM
$8 isn't bad at all, Kris! I wish these damn stores around here would go ahead and clearance the dozens of first-release Unleashed, maybe at $8 I'd pick up the Jango and a Dooku (not sure if we even have Dooku down here).
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: krisvds on March 30, 2003, 05:01 PM
not via a local store, but thanks to a german store that got a stock from Hasbro.. basic figs  for 4 ˆ :D
Title: Han Solo & Yoda Unleashed
Post by: Obi-Wan on May 3, 2003, 12:35 PM
Thanks to rebelscum

(http://www.rebelscum.com/toys2/toyreviewscan.jpg)
Title: Re: Han Solo & Yoda Unleashed
Post by: Morgbug on May 3, 2003, 02:03 PM
Hmmm.  Pictures never seem to do these justice.  I never liked the original ones that were released, as I had only seen pictures and then in package.  Not too impressed at that point.  

Then I lucked into finding 3 at only $5 a piece on clearance.  Heck, I can buy ugly stuff at that price.  When I opened them up and put them on display - WOW!  Great looking pieces.  

I'm sure these will be the same.  I really like the Han pose, it seems so characteristic.  Having a really small chunk of the Falcon is cool too (I presume it's the Falcon).  Yoda is interesting too.  Again, the picture doesn't do much for me, but I'm sure that once he is in my grubby little hands, I'll be most impressed.
Title: Re: Han Solo & Yoda Unleashed
Post by: JediMAC on May 3, 2003, 03:50 PM
Hmmm...  The Unleashed line is one of the few sublines that I've yet to delve into, though I occasionally find some of its pieces mildly enticing...  That Han looks pretty cool actually.  Not too crazy or dramatic a pose like some of the previous Unleashed figures.  The Falcon ramp is a great touch.  I'm going to try to resist the temptation though.  We'll see how it goes.  But considering I do plan on snagging the Slave Leia, I just might decide to stick this Han right next to her...   :-\
Title: Re: Han Solo & Yoda Unleashed
Post by: krisvds on May 3, 2003, 04:27 PM
I love them !! !
Title: Re: Han Solo & Yoda Unleashed
Post by: dustrho on May 3, 2003, 11:03 PM
The Han Solo figure looks pretty cool, especially with that ramp!  However, I'm not too keen on the Yoda figure.  I just wish it wasn't such a crazy looking action pose.  If they ever make it to my neck of the woods I'm sure I will still pick them up.
Title: Re: Han Solo & Yoda Unleashed
Post by: DSJ™ on May 4, 2003, 01:36 AM
The Han figure looks great. Yoda, well I dunno.  :-\
Title: Re: Han Solo & Yoda Unleashed
Post by: Morgbug on May 4, 2003, 10:50 PM
It's interesting to see people's reactions to Yoda.  Mine and seemingly everyone else's is pretty similar to how I felt about Jango and Maul.  Turn the Maul figure slightly and it looks much better than the promo shots.  That saber full length is pretty cool too.  

For Jango, as soon as I removed (or never put in) baby Boba, it looks really cool.  Wonder if I can customize the upcoming Obi figure to make it a rain battle?

Hey, how about an unleashed old man Kenobi ;D
Title: Re: Han Solo & Yoda Unleashed
Post by: Taminar on May 5, 2003, 01:55 AM
I don't care for the McFarland-style figures, although I've picked up a couple (Jango and Padmé).  Han's a must-have, just because he's my favorite character in the OT, and I do like the running-up-the-ramp pose.  The others, I might pick up if they're on clearance.  

Auriette
Title: Re: Han Solo & Yoda Unleashed
Post by: Angry Ewok on May 5, 2003, 07:52 AM
Yoda is decent, his face reminds me of ET or something, I dunno... Han Solo is cool, I'm just not used to seeing an Unleashed without some kind of force-jello all around the charactor... I'd get the Solo before I got the Yoda, and I don't plan on looking for either...

I still think that Emperor Palpatine is the best at this point.  :-[
Title: Re: Han Solo & Yoda Unleashed
Post by: Boba Binks on May 5, 2003, 11:42 AM
i will get them.

The Han Solo looks outstanding!

Yoda, well Episode 2 ruined Yoda for me so I do not really like him. I will get him though to add to my collection.

Title: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Scott on May 5, 2003, 12:48 PM
Seeing the new Yoda has me pumped and at first I was very skeptical of this line.  I had no desire to get any of them until I actually bought them and the detail poses and coolness made me an Unleashed Freak.  I realize the line isn't for everyone but why not put together a list, here is mine:

As of right now the upcoming figures are:

Luke (Jedi)
Palpatine/Sidious
Obi-Wan (AOTC)
Yoda (AOTC)
Han Solo (ANH)
Boba Fett

1. R2-D2 (Eletro-effect, tools all over the place)
2. Chewbacca (Howling in the Bespin Jail)
3. Leia (Trash Compactor, including Wet Dress :-*))
4. Ewoks (Wicket and Paploo in the final battle)
5. Scout Trooper
6. Lando (Bespin Escape)
7. Hoth Han (Brown Coat, Swirling Snow)
8. C-3PO (Covered in Slime)
9. Emperor's Royal Guard (Shocking effects, flowing red robes)
10. Ice Cream Maker Guy, melting Ice Cream, Sweating profusely, 39 flavors
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: DSJ™ on May 5, 2003, 12:53 PM
#3 has my vote.  ;D
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Jango Fettish on May 5, 2003, 03:42 PM
Unleashed? Who buys that crap!?  ::)

(http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-5/113742/unleashed1.jpg)(http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-5/113742/unleashed2.jpg)

I am all for any new OT characters, including Ewoks, Stormtroopers, or Bounty Hunters.

Hey, David? Could you post your Unleashed display?
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Morgbug on May 5, 2003, 04:40 PM
What about a Stormtrooper?  I'm rather surprised this isn't on your list Scott.  

And Ewoks?  Yeah, right after they make an Unleashed Jar Jar ::)
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Scott on May 5, 2003, 05:10 PM
Stormtroopers just don't do anything for me visually compared to their bretheren the Scout and even Snowtroopers...they would be in a top 20 for sure along with some cool Cantina and Jabba's aliens...

Unleashed Max Rebo...

Here are mine!

(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/3-03/unleashed.jpg)
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Angry Ewok on May 5, 2003, 05:38 PM
I'd love to see an Unleashed Ewok... in fact, I demand it.  :-*

An unleashed Jabba might be sorta cool... I dunno what kind of pose we're talking about but I can imagine a good OT sculpt with him eating a frog or something.

It won't be long before we see an Unleashed Tusken, I hope.
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Boba Binks on May 5, 2003, 08:14 PM
I like the unleasehed series so far. Except for Yoda! Episode 2 ruined Yoda for me.

I would like to see the line continue.
I want a Qui-Gon Jinn, Jar Jar Binks, Lando, and more.

Here you go Jango Fettish!

(http://mywebpages.comcast.net/bobabinkstoys/STARWARS/displaycase1/unleashed.jpg)
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Morgbug on May 5, 2003, 10:26 PM
Ah Scott, you're just not using your imagination.  Think about this:  A stormtrooper with a blast hitting him in the chest, knocking him back into the wall of the death star hangar.  Perfect complement to Han Unleashed.

Brad, you aren't taunting me because of what I said on another board, are you? ;)

Unleashed need to be dynamic characters.  While I love Jabba as much as the next guy (or gal), what's the Un-Jabba gonna be, drooling ferociously? :o

Chewie's a great choice for unleashed, so workable in so many ways.  I really wish they hadn't wasted a Vader with the redux.  They could have done a two pack or even three pack with Vader, Palpatine and Jedi Luke on the death star, just a much more dynamic version of the cinema scene.  Now that would be cool.
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: dustrho on May 6, 2003, 12:02 AM
Here's the main ones I'd love to see done...

-- Clone Trooper
-- Biker Scout
-- TIE Fighter Pilot
-- AT-AT Driver
-- Snowtrooper
-- Ice Cream Maker Guy  :P
-- Emperor's Royal Guard
-- Kit Fisto
-- Super Battle Droid
-- Battle Droid
-- FX-7
-- Luke or Han with Tauntaun
-- Jabba the Hutt
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: FX-7 on May 6, 2003, 11:40 AM
The Unleashed line is a cool as it gets for me, I have kind of stopped collecting 4" and 12" and almost all SW, I would love:

Chewbacca
Stormtrooper
Lando
Royal Guard
Pig Guard
Jabba
R2 and 3PO
Qui Gon

And of course the unleashed FX-7!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

He could have all of his arms flailing and junk cool
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: dustrho on May 6, 2003, 12:15 PM
I totally forgot about R2-D2 and C-3PO... they would be awesome as unleashed figures!
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Nicklab on May 6, 2003, 01:08 PM
Let's see.  I made a list at another site, but can't remember it too well.  
Here's my top ten most wanted:


-Qui-Gon Jinn-Slicing and dicing Battle Droids
-Ben (Obi-Wan) Kenobi-Mos Eisly Cantina
-Tusken Raider
-Aurra Sing
-Wampa
-Royal Guard
-Clone Trooper
-Kit Fisto
-Aayla Secura
-Jabba the Hutt
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Scott on May 6, 2003, 01:21 PM
An Unleashed Wampa would be very cool...I thought about a Wampa and Luke Hoth double set...something like Survival for the title
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: MisterPL on May 6, 2003, 01:23 PM
Is an Unleashed R5-D4 blowing a motivator out of the question? How about an Unleashed Admiral Ackbar leaning forward in his command chair screaming, "It's a trap!" And how about some more key chicks like Mon Mothma, Sy Snootles, or Oola Unleashed (or would Oola be redundant?).

Honestly though, how much life does this line have in it before it gets really silly?
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: dustrho on May 6, 2003, 01:37 PM
I have some more ideas of Unleashed figures... 2-pack figures!!!

-- Darth Vader standing over the cape of Obi-Wan Kenobi
-- Qui-Gon Jinn with Darth Maul stabbing him in the chest with his double-bladed lightsaber
-- Darth Vader holding the Emperor, just before throwing him down the energy chute
-- Tusken Raider with bantha stick up in air, towering over Luke Skywalker on Tatooine
-- Sandtrooper #1 holding droid parts and saying to Sandtrooper #2, "Look sir, droids."
-- Luke Skywalker facing up against the Wampa
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Mikey D on May 6, 2003, 02:16 PM
I wasn't into this line until I saw the original Vader.  Now I have them all and am really looking forward to the rest, especially that uber-cool Palpatine.

My wish list:

1.  Chewbacca "howling mad" style
2.  Gamorrean Guard
3.  Tusken Raider
4.  Stormtrooper
5.  Clonetrooper

While I do belive we'll get a Chewie and possibly a storm and clonetrooper, I doubt we'll see any of the secondary characters.  I believe Hasbro will stick to main characters, in which case, this line won't last as long I as hope it does.
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Scott on May 6, 2003, 09:35 PM
I wouldn't mind seeing some background characters:

Bossk
Dengar
IG-88
Zuckuss
4-LOM
Amanaman
Ephant Mon
Hermi Odle

The more I think about it the more I like idea of a Max Rebo unleashed on the Keyboard

"Ellington"
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Morgbug on May 7, 2003, 12:20 PM
But how many of these will sell?  

I just finished reading the 'what killed the deluxe' thread, come in here and go, hmm, Deluxe Ackbar?  Not bloody likely I'd buy it and I buy damn near everything.  

The mains would sell - 3PO, R2, Chewie.  Lando's a stretch, IMO but could be good.  Stormie's could work as could Clonetroopers.  Any imperial with a helmet should sell well, so the DSG, Tie pilot, AT_AT driver (with cockpit?) would probably do well.  But so many of these guys don't lend themselves to either the sexy aspect (Leia, Padme) or the aggressive aspect (all the male characters).  Perhaps some of the female Jedi would lend themselves to unleashed figures, but how would they sell.

Actually, how is the line in general selling?  They are quite nice, but the price point is higher than comparable McFarlane figs (due nod to Carrie for pointing out the comparison).  It's tough for me to comment, as I've only ever seen Jango and Maul at retail.  Padme, Anakin and Vader I had through trades, but arrived here on clearance and the most recent 4 have never been seen in Canuckada, to the best of my knowledge (outside of comic shops).  
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: dustrho on May 7, 2003, 12:42 PM
I wouldn't mind seeing some background characters:

Bossk
Dengar
IG-88
Zuckuss
4-LOM
Amanaman
Ephant Mon

I totally forgot about those guys.  Might want to also include the great all mighty... Boba Fett.
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Morgbug on May 7, 2003, 01:23 PM
I htink Boba is in the works, isn't he?  That's what one of the earlier posts indicated.  Boba will sell very well.  

How about an unleashed Shmi?
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Scott on May 7, 2003, 01:24 PM
Yeah, Boba was coming later this year I believe...I thought the same time as Yoda and Han
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: DSJ™ on May 7, 2003, 02:03 PM
How about Jabba The Hut with Salacious Crumb?

 
Title: Re: Han Solo & Yoda Unleashed
Post by: Snively Bandar on May 7, 2003, 07:45 PM
I'm not much of a fan of this line.  Just a little too extreme for my liking, though it seems the OT characters are generally toned done a little more that the PT characters (except Jedi Luke).  The Slave Leia and this new Han are pretty cool though.  I might pick them up if I catch them on clearance.
Title: Re: Han Solo & Yoda Unleashed
Post by: proudfather2 on May 8, 2003, 02:23 AM
These new additions look great IMO. So far this line has really impressed the heck out of me and I can't wait to lay my hands on these two as well as Luke, Ob1 and Palpatine. I hope we get an Unleashed Clone Trooper or Stormtrooper at some point though. Man, just think of the possibilities for a Chewie!!! ;D
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: proudfather2 on May 8, 2003, 02:36 AM
I love this line! Here's some ideas of what I'd like to see someday:

-Aayla Secura
-ANY Trooper, Scout, Clone, Storm, Snow
-Chewie, Something to attach to Han's base
-Mara Skywalker, I know, but I can still Dream can't I
-R2, Mid-spit from serpant on Dagobah
-3PO, Naked E1 Version
-Qui-Gon Jinn, Robed with Saber
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: dustrho on May 8, 2003, 10:22 AM
How about an unleashed Shmi?

I wouldn't buy her if they made her.  I never really cared for that character much.
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Nicklab on May 8, 2003, 10:48 AM
Yeah, Boba was coming later this year I believe...I thought the same time as Yoda and Han

He still is.  He's going to be battling his way out of the Sarlacc, according to my source.  He's probably one of the pieces that Hasbro's waiting to unveil at Comic-Con or Wizard World in Chicago.
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Angry Ewok on May 8, 2003, 11:32 AM
Brad, you aren't taunting me because of what I said on another board, are you? ;)

Unleashed need to be dynamic characters.  While I love Jabba as much as the next guy (or gal), what's the Un-Jabba gonna be, drooling ferociously? :o

I actually think that a Jabba would be cool. Greed would be a good title for it... he could be on his dias with his pipe in one hand (or a frog), and his other hand on his chest, laughing or something...

Boush would be cool... That'd be deception, I guess.

Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Morgbug on May 8, 2003, 11:48 AM
Ok, I guess I can see the Jabba.  Classic character, throw in Salacious Crumb and a dancer chained to his dais?  It would make a nice statue, which these are essentially.  
Title: Petition for an Unleashed Ewok (or 2)
Post by: Morgbug on May 9, 2003, 03:25 PM
Heck no I don't want one :P

However, in a blatant attempt to get Grumpy Ewok ;) to stop hating me ;D I thought perhaps a petition should be started.  

Yay or Nay, show your colors.  I reckon you can figure out my vote.
Title: Re: Petition for an Unleashed Ewok (or 2)
Post by: JediMAC on May 9, 2003, 03:29 PM
Ah, ain't that sweet of you Brent...   ;)

I don't do Unleashed myself, but I'd be happy to sign the petition if it would make you and Brad best buds!   :)  Perhaps just an Ewok Appreciation thread would suffice though, eh...?

Here's my contribution to your list:
Matt Colman   8)
Title: Re: Petition for an Unleashed Ewok (or 2)
Post by: dustrho on May 9, 2003, 03:38 PM
I'll say "yay" because I wouldn't mind seeing a scene where an Ewok is on top of a Stormtrooper's shoulders, beating him in the head with a stick.  That would be cool to have.
Title: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: BigDumbWookiee on May 10, 2003, 10:30 AM
Got the newest issue of Star Wars Insider, and there is some new toy coverage. One of the new items pictured is a Boba Fett Unleashed! This thing freaking rocks! It features him blasting away from the Sarlacc, with its tentacle wrapped around his legs. This is a very cool piece! Sorry, no scanner though!
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: dustrho on May 10, 2003, 12:50 PM
AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I should be getting my issue of Star Wars Insider then too, and I'll definitely scan that badboy and post it here.  I can't wait to see it.  BTW, what page is it on?
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: BigDumbWookiee on May 10, 2003, 01:16 PM
Page 62

I have to say, this looks like the best Unleashed yet!
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: JediMAC on May 10, 2003, 01:51 PM
It features him blasting away from the Sarlacc, with its tentacle wrapped around his legs.

Really?  Wow!   :o  That's pretty much an EU Boba Fett then, and almost a slap in the face to Uncle George who "tried" to off him in the Sarlaac!  See, if Unleashed says Boba made it out of there and lived, then he must have!  George don't know what he's talkin' about, the official toys have confirmed it!   8)

Looking forward to getting my issue soon too.  Sounds like some cool collecting stuff (and scoops) in there finally!
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: CyberScout on May 10, 2003, 02:54 PM
I dont have any interest in the Unleashed line but after seeing the pic of this one I find him worthy of being adding to the collection. ;D

Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: Jango Fettish on May 10, 2003, 04:31 PM
I saw it on some other site, it's a keeper!  ;D

For the record, I got all 9 Unleashed so far. Love 'em to death.
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: krisvds on May 10, 2003, 05:17 PM
I get him too ;)
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: dustrho on May 10, 2003, 06:05 PM
For the record, I got all 9 Unleashed so far. Love 'em to death.

ditto
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: krisvds on May 10, 2003, 06:07 PM
For the record, I got all 9 Unleashed so far. Love 'em to death.

ditto

idem ;)
Title: Re: Petition for an Unleashed Ewok (or 2)
Post by: krisvds on May 10, 2003, 06:15 PM
mee wanna !


yub yub to the toy store!   ;D
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: dustrho on May 10, 2003, 06:34 PM
Here's a picture of it that was on GH...


(http://www.galactichunter.com/absolutenm/articlefiles/1215-unfettmag.jpg)
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: Darth Kenobi on May 10, 2003, 08:24 PM
It features him blasting away from the Sarlacc, with its tentacle wrapped around his legs.

Really?  Wow!   :o  That's pretty much an EU Boba Fett then, and almost a slap in the face to Uncle George who "tried" to off him in the Sarlaac!  See, if Unleashed says Boba made it out of there and lived, then he must have!  George don't know what he's talkin' about, the official toys have confirmed it!   8)

Looking forward to getting my issue soon too.  Sounds like some cool collecting stuff (and scoops) in there finally!

TO me it looks like he is being pulled into the Sarlaac the way his hand is postioned.  If thats the case I don't know why they put the flames coming out of the jetpack since I don't remember him trying to fire his pack.  It is a cool figure and I may get it.
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: jadesfire on May 10, 2003, 10:07 PM
Thanks for the picture....I didn't get my Insider yet (I think I am the only one :-\).  I don't have any of the the unleashed figures but I am tempted to get Darth Sidious when it comes out (I believe it's when Fett is released), I'll just have to figure out if I have room for it.
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: Morgbug on May 10, 2003, 10:26 PM
Heh.  Heh heh.  

I like Fett and all but geez, hard luck character.  Cool in ESB but loser in ROTJ.  

He's goin' down baby! ;D

Nice job though, a great addition to a great line.
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: dustrho on May 10, 2003, 10:51 PM
I didn't get my Insider yet (I think I am the only one.

You're not the only one... I haven't gotten mine yet either.    :'(
Title: Re: Petition for an Unleashed Ewok (or 2)
Post by: Angry Ewok on May 11, 2003, 03:13 AM
Not only do you want one (or 2) Unleashed Ewoks, but everyone else does, too. I don't hate you, I just pity that you hide your love for Ewoks.
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: Angry Ewok on May 11, 2003, 03:16 AM
I'll buy this and Palpatine.  :-*
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: DSJ™ on May 11, 2003, 06:47 AM
I really didn't need to see this.   ;D
He's a keeper for sure.  8)
Title: Re: Petition for an Unleashed Ewok (or 2)
Post by: DSJ™ on May 11, 2003, 06:52 AM
Nothing wrong with an Ewok or two. There are part of the collecting line. You can not resist the power to get them.
Collect you must.  ;D
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: proudfather2 on May 11, 2003, 08:18 AM
Sounds awesome! I'm sure though that he's not supposed to be "escaping" the Sarlacc but rather this is an artists "Unleashed" interpretation of the events that occured in ROTJ. I think this simply because the EU lore had him barely escape with his life butt-naked too boot (and what fun would a naked fett be sitting on your mantle). ;D I can't wait to see pics.
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: Jango Fettish on May 11, 2003, 09:30 AM
Definately artists renditions. I mentioned that at R.S., because if they we're really shooting for movie accuracy, he'd have 1/2 a blaster for starters. Not to mention he rolled in to the Sarlacc, and was pretty much knocked out.
Title: Re: Petition for an Unleashed Ewok (or 2)
Post by: Morgbug on May 11, 2003, 10:09 PM
Oh, have them, I do.  I just don't like them and think they were a down side to ROTJ.  Unlikely, unwanted, un-Star Wars.  Definitely not Unleashed though ;)
Title: Re: Petition for an Unleashed Ewok (or 2)
Post by: Obi-Wan on May 12, 2003, 12:04 AM
I'm signing! ;D
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: proudfather2 on May 12, 2003, 08:57 AM
Definitely what I though above! I just saw the pics and, though he looks sweet as all get out, it does seem that he is being "pulled in" as apposed to escapeing. The thing I noticed was his left hand/arm as it is posed in a grasping manner that im plies, well, GRASPING. ;) I would have preferred something a little less drastric however, perhaps just having him in a flying position with his blaster at the ready like the 3 3/4" version. This version just seems kinda cluttered with all the tenticles and teeth, but maybe I'll have different feelings when I see him up close and personal. Still cool though and well, very Unleashed. ;)
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: Boba Binks on May 12, 2003, 09:21 AM
Oh yeah baby! I will be getting Fett.
Now lets see the Jar Jar Binks Unleashed from Episode 1 with some big Boom-Booms.  :)

Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: MisterPL on May 12, 2003, 09:22 AM
(http://www.galactichunter.com/absolutenm/articlefiles/1215-unfettmag.jpg)

I am 10% positive that this is Boba Fett as he will appear in the DVD release of ROTJ.
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: DSJ™ on May 12, 2003, 01:47 PM
How a bout a Sarlacc Unleashed. This creature would be cool with all those tentacles & teeth.

(http://imagedigitale.free.fr/cinema/pics/SWED/sarlacc2.jpg)
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: dustrho on May 12, 2003, 02:06 PM
Dale, they're already making a Sarlacc with Boba Fett falling into it.  There's a post about that posted here (http://www.jedidefender.com/yabbse/index.php?board=5;action=display;threadid=1159).
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: DSJ™ on May 12, 2003, 02:19 PM
I know, but what about the Sarlacc creature by it self without Boba Fett.

More detail on the Sarlacc just like the picture I posted.
Would be cool with that head with it's mouth wide open like that & it's tongue lurking for a meal.

The Sarlacc with Boba Fett is based on more of Boba Fett than the Sarlacc creature it's self.
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: FX-7 on May 12, 2003, 02:45 PM
Cool looking Boba, where is my preorder?
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: Dimetrodon on May 12, 2003, 03:08 PM
i haven't seen any of the '03 figures, but that unleashed Boba Fett, will have to be mine, no matter what.
i even predicted to my friend it would be of him in or escaping the sarlaac.  :)
Title: Re: Who wants more Unleashed?!?!
Post by: Scott on May 12, 2003, 03:52 PM
Just had a cool idea

And would take the word Unleashed Literally

(http://www.coruscantlibrary.com/images/han_hors_carbonite.jpg)
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: Darth Broem on May 12, 2003, 05:35 PM
Hmmm, the first expanded universe Unleashed character.  Well, not really an EU character but EU moment I suppose.  
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: Jango Fettish on May 12, 2003, 06:11 PM
Hmmm, the first expanded universe Unleashed character.  Well, not really an EU character but EU moment I suppose.  

8th E.U. moment actually.

These are all E.U. figures in a sense.

Anakin never had two lightsabers, cutting down droids.

Leia never stood at the hull of Jabba's Barge.

Jango never had Boba at his side, firing.

Darth Maul was never a ballerina.

Vader was never unmasked in Bespin.

Padme was never atop the Geonosian torture column w/ a blaster.

Mace's cloak was never engulfed in flames.

Dooku..I dunno..he's iffy because of interchangeable hands.

These are all "fantasy" or "artists renditions" figures, so none of them are 100% official.
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: JediMAC on May 12, 2003, 06:24 PM
8th E.U. moment actually.

Very true Cory.  Good point.

But I think what Brian and myself were suggesting as far as this being (more) EU than the others, is that this Boba Fett appears to be based on an actual story line from the EU books, and a VERY popular one at that - where Boba escapes from the Sarlaac monster's belly by blasting his way out of it.  So in that sense, this one is particularly EU...   ;)

But yeah, almost none of the Unleashed poses really happened in the actual flicks, and therefore could be technically construed as EU as well.  I think of it more as creative licensing though...   8)
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: Jango Fettish on May 12, 2003, 06:38 PM
"We are all in agreeance here" - Fred Durst

What's even funnier is that it's very neutral. Sure he never "hovered" above the Sarlacc, but when they have it posed like this, it begs to ask the question..

"The Sarlacc has his leg..now is he trying to escape, or is he being sucked in..?"

Apparently G.L. is very cautious of contradicting himself here..and just leaving it up to our imagination, and beliefs in the Expanded Universe.
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: JediMAC on May 12, 2003, 06:57 PM
I pretty much look at this figure as Boba escaping the Sarlaac.  I guess that's primarily because we all saw him go into the Sarlaac with his jetpack flames OFF in ROTJ, and in a rather disoriented state at that.

Since the jetpack flames are in full effect on this figure, and Fett's attention appears sharp, with his gun pointed at the creature, I think Boba's on his way OUT here.  No reason the Sarlaac legs can't still be grappling at him as he's escaping as well...

Plus, since this moment (of Boba's escape) is possibly one of the favorite, most accepted, well known moments in Star Wars EU history, I see this as the Unleashed designers way of acknowledging the fans out their and showing off their knowledge of the Star Wars Saga (including some EU), as well as perhaps showing their disagreement with George's less than poetic offing of everyone's favorite (OT  ;)) bounty hunter...
Title: Re: Han Solo & Yoda Unleashed
Post by: Darth Broem on May 13, 2003, 11:23 AM
I have been impressed with a few of the Unleashed figures.  I'm with JediMAC though.  I just have not gotten the urge to actually buy one of these.   It's not that I don't like them.  Part of it is the $15 plus price tag.  If I'm going to spend that much I'll go for a 12 inch character or 3 Saga figures (if I ever see new ones I want in the stores).  

I actually like this Yoda quite a bit.  Han is the one that is kind of "eh ok" to me but nothing great.
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: Snively Bandar on May 15, 2003, 12:49 AM
Entertainment Earth just put up a pre-order for the Yoda, Han, and Boba Fett Unleashed figures.  You can get a piece of the action right here. (http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=HS85002AA&id=RE-108311290)  Only $57 for the set - not too bad for an e-tailer.  Nice picture too!

(http://fp.entertainmentearth.com/AUTOIMAGES/HS85002Alg.jpg)
Title: Re: Boba Fett Unleashed, Confirmed!
Post by: Nicklab on May 15, 2003, 01:39 AM
$19 each?  Not totally sold on that price.  Besides, I need to get Obi-Wan, Luke, and Palpatine first.
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures
Post by: Scott on May 20, 2003, 11:52 AM
Cory just posted a news blurb on this...carded pics

Sidious (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=2476&item=3131979481)
Luke (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=2476&item=3131979358)
Obi-Wan (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=2476&item=3131979248)
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: FX-7 on May 20, 2003, 12:21 PM
Yes!  I'll take all three, I love that Luke, he gets slagged way  to much
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Scott on May 28, 2003, 03:08 PM
Looks like these will be out failry soon as toymaniacs now have them in stock

http://www.toymaniacs.com/2001/product_pg.cfm?id=2130
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Morgbug on June 4, 2003, 08:34 PM
Clonetrooper, Chewbacca and Luke X-wing pilot are the next three (and last three for 2003) in the unleashed line.  See report here (http://www.snowtroopers.ca).

I'll grant you that's not the absolute most reliable place for it, but that site tries hard and the guy reporting it is a retailer that has great service and is pretty knowledgeable.
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: dustrho on June 4, 2003, 08:50 PM
Clonetrooper, Chewbacca and Luke X-wing pilot are the next three (and last three for 2003) in the unleashed line.  See report here (http://www.snowtroopers.ca).

Now I would love to see how those look, especially the Clone Trooper!  Yeah baby!
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Mikey D on June 5, 2003, 09:30 AM
Thumbs up to Clonetrooper and Chewie.  I'm a little iffy about the Luke Xwing pilot though.  I really can't see much "Unleashed" about a dude sitting in a cockpit.  But I love this line and will hold judgement until I see pics.
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Morgbug on June 5, 2003, 03:34 PM
Yep Mikey, I've been wracking my brain to figure out how this Luke could be unleashed, unless they back off from the word "figure" a little.  Maybe an open cockpit with Luke flying?  Intense concentration, a portion of an x-wing, damaged R2 behind?  Otherwise, I just don't see it.  

Chewie should be a no brainer, but I am interested to see exactly what the clonetrooper sculpt will be.  I also would have preferred a Stormtrooper, but maybe next year.  
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: dustrho on June 5, 2003, 03:42 PM
The new Luke figure could be him flying in a Snowspeeder, or riding the grappling hook up toward the AT-AT.   :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Morgbug on June 5, 2003, 03:53 PM
Yeah, I thought about that, but isn't the uniform on Hoth technically a little different from the standard X-wing version?  
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: dustrho on June 5, 2003, 04:06 PM
I believe they are the same outfits.  There might have been some slight modifications between the two outfits, but they do look the same.
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Morgbug on June 5, 2003, 04:14 PM
I was thinking more padded or insulated, but yeah, orange flight suit.  Have to look at the flick later.  Check some figs too.  If they are the same, then yeah, great suggestion.  The only problem then is X-wing pilot.  Could have called it Unleashed Hoth Luke, though I suppose that could have been the Wampa Luke, which would actually make a really cool unleashed.  Bloody and Beaten ;D
Title: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Chris on June 11, 2003, 12:19 PM
The newest unleashed packaging has been released and can be seen on the JediDefender main news page.

I think the new packaging is very different, but really makes the item stand out as Unleashed. Thoughts? ;)
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: DSJ™ on June 11, 2003, 12:38 PM
Its bright, flashy & eye catching. The printing is more on the bubble so you get more art work on the front of the card. The art work does not look that bad & is very colorful & makes very nice eye candy.  
I would not mind getting the proof cards just for the art.  8)
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Darth Broem on June 11, 2003, 12:54 PM
I still have not bought an Unleashed product but the packaging looks much more appealing that the original.  Nice job in my opinion.  I will be getting a few of these if I see them at retail.  Got my eye on a couple :)
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Mikey D on June 11, 2003, 01:13 PM
Love it.  More colorful and vibrant, which will make it stand out better.  The artwork is fantastic (especially Boba's).  Much better than the face shot of the actual product of the previous Unleashed figs.

(http://smilies.crowd9.com/otn/realhappy/luxhello.gif) (http://www.freeadpower.org/~mrsmiles/contrib/edoom/biggrinbounce.gif)
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Boba Binks on June 11, 2003, 02:22 PM
 :o WOW! Nice bold package! I like it. It really stands out and grabs a persons attention. But as you know, I do not care for the package. I open up my toys. But for package collectors, it is a plus for them.
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: ponda barfly on June 11, 2003, 03:09 PM
hmmmm, not sure if i like it, i used to like the old unleashed packaging, its a bit too bright for my taste, however it may grow on me

barfly
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Darby on June 11, 2003, 03:49 PM
It's really stand out.  I really like it.  Kudos to Hasbro.  These Unleashed figures get better and better all the time.
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Jedirhino on June 11, 2003, 03:55 PM
I haven't bought any of these either but the cards make them look that much nicer
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Jango Fettish on June 11, 2003, 04:11 PM
Personalized cards were a gooood move on Hasbro's behalf. I love color, and I love these cards.

Of course, I have all 9 Unleashed opened and displayed, as they were intended to be. That Boba Fett card though, man, may have to get one to keep carded.

Awesome move, Hasbro.  ;D
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Angry Ewok on June 11, 2003, 06:01 PM
Boba Fett really stands out as a great figure both in and out of the package. I don't collect carded, but those who do should be very happy with these new personalized/colorful cards.
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Nicklab on June 11, 2003, 06:02 PM
I might have to get two of the Boba Fett's.  Jeremy Bulloch is a fairly regular guest on the convention circuit, and it might be cool to get one of these autographed.
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Angry Ewok on June 11, 2003, 06:09 PM
I might have to get two of the Boba Fett's.  Jeremy Bulloch is a fairly regular guest on the convention circuit, and it might be cool to get one of these autographed.
Silver pen on that card would be sweeeeet.
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: chuckles on June 11, 2003, 08:35 PM
I love the new packaging too. This is the kind of thing that really makes it nice being a carded collector. However, that Boba may be the first one I buy 2 of as that just screams to be displayed opened.
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Sith Lord Cosmo on June 11, 2003, 10:14 PM
I like the new packaging, and can't wait to get it.  I still never found a slave leia unleashed though
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: BigDumbWookiee on June 11, 2003, 10:45 PM
Fantastic packaging! :) I may have to get a second set of these to keep packaged. Like it was said above, I'd love to get a set of proof cards for these!
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Morgbug on June 11, 2003, 11:19 PM
I love the new packaging too. This is the kind of thing that really makes it nice being a carded collector. However, that Boba may be the first one I buy 2 of as that just screams to be displayed opened.

The power of the Dark side is strong, yes it is.  I sense weakness in you. ;D

That packaging is amazing but I open my unleashed.  One of each will be just fine.  Maybe.  Probably.
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Nicklab on June 11, 2003, 11:41 PM
I might have to get two of the Boba Fett's.  Jeremy Bulloch is a fairly regular guest on the convention circuit, and it might be cool to get one of these autographed.
Silver pen on that card would be sweeeeet.

Silver pen's going to be even sweeter on the Silver Boba Fett!
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Sith Bounty Hunter on June 12, 2003, 05:37 PM
The packages look awesome, but the Unleashed Yoda looks better and I can't wait to get it!
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: chuckles on June 12, 2003, 10:02 PM

That packaging is amazing but I open my unleashed.  One of each will be just fine.  Maybe.  Probably.

Oh no you don't. I sense weakness in you too. You'll be picking up 2 full sets of these just to keep one set carded. You know you wanna.  ;)
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: dustrho on June 19, 2003, 09:00 PM
I love the new packaging!  It looks sooooo much better than the bland & boring packaging of old.  I'm really digging that Boba Fett packaging!

(http://starwars.hasbro.com/bountyhunter/repnews/imgs/Boba-Fett-(package-front)_l.jpg)
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Brian on June 20, 2003, 04:49 PM
I think the new packaging is great as well.  I was planning on pre-ordering this wave anyways, because it is full of my favorite characters, but once I saw this new packaging I ordered them that same day.  I really think it is an improvement over the previous packaging, and maybe some of the best we've seen in awhile.  I really like the art on the cards, and the way they look in package.  I'm an opener, and these figures almost make you want to get one to keep in package :).
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Jango Fettish on June 21, 2003, 12:54 PM
Got my 3 New Unleashed, thanks to Karen!  8)

(http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-6/113742/luke.JPG)

(http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-6/113742/obi.JPG)

(http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-6/113742/sidious.JPG)

My only complaint is that Sids has the same problem with the flesh colored, painted hands as Dooku does. It's thin and flaky. I'll fix that today though.

The Luke..oy. Ya have to have it in your hands to appreciate it. It's the best Mark Hammil likeness ever, right down to the moles.  :-X
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: dustrho on June 21, 2003, 08:38 PM
Cory, those figures look great in your collection.  Most impressed!
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Jango Fettish on June 21, 2003, 10:50 PM
12 and counting, my friend. Going to have to get some new shelves for these puppies though.
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Scott on June 23, 2003, 12:21 PM
Mine should be here today or tomorrow from Newforce, i can't wait they look awesome Cory!
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Jango Fettish on June 23, 2003, 06:56 PM
The Luke is out of this world. You have to hold it and inspect it to really appreciate it.

Whats even cooler is the paint jobs on these things. The eyes are like..perfect!
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: dustrho on June 23, 2003, 07:36 PM
Very, very cool!  I hope I can find these somewhere around here.
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Mikey D on June 24, 2003, 07:17 AM
Awesome.  Mine should be coming soon from kebco.  I can't wait to see Sidious in person.
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Scott on June 24, 2003, 01:42 PM
Well, mine were at the back door yesterday.  Sideous is my new favorite.  OMG, the menacing look the crazy amounts of lightning...he rules the Unleashed world.  Did they get away from naming them cheesy names like "Passion" or "Fury" or whatever they were???
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: FX-7 on June 26, 2003, 10:59 AM
Holy crap, those are awesome!  I better get off my butt and order them
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Jango Fettish on June 29, 2003, 06:47 PM
I ran out of room in that ugly brown corner shelf I had, so I dropped $50 at Michaels (yep, the craft store) and bought a couple of 2ft long shelves to house my new beauties.

Picture ain't the best, but it damn sure beats an ugly frickin' mahogany corner shelf.

(http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-6/113742/unleashedgroup.jpg)
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Jango Fettish on June 29, 2003, 07:47 PM
Any projected date that these will hit retail? I've got a shelf waiting to be occupied to keep my other 12 company.  8)
Title: Re: New Unleashed Packaging
Post by: Morgbug on June 29, 2003, 11:51 PM
NO idea for sure, but Kebco has them up for preorder already.  Newforce doesn't have them listed.  I know there is the rumour of the other three unleashed still for this year (Luke X-wing, clone, etc.) so if some are out now, these guys in September and the last wave in November December?
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Morgbug on June 29, 2003, 11:56 PM
Well, mine were at the back door yesterday.  Sideous is my new favorite.  OMG, the menacing look the crazy amounts of lightning...he rules the Unleashed world.  Did they get away from naming them cheesy names like "Passion" or "Fury" or whatever they were???

Guess that means it's time for me to send my friendly reminder email to NFC.  Great store, but seem to forget some Canadian orders with some frequency ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: dustrho on June 30, 2003, 12:29 AM
I finally got mine from Kebco and they're awesome!  I have all my Unleashed still packaged, but I've been thinking about taking them out to display them better.

Cory, your setup looks sweet!
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Jango Fettish on June 30, 2003, 12:40 AM
Gracias.  8) The picture doesn't do it justice, honestly.

But yeah, you really have to "Unleash" those puppies to appreciate them. I'm normally a hardcore carded collector, but these are just way too detailed and..frickin' cool looking to keep carded.
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Brian on July 24, 2003, 12:17 PM
I had to post here after seeing this wave at TRU this past weekend (2 Sidious, and 2 Lukes, no Obi-Wans).  When I first saw the pictures online, I wasn't to sure about the Luke, but after reading the review over at GH, as well as JangoFettish's comments, I decided to check it out.  I picked up the Luke, and I have to agree, it is amazing.  I didn't think I would like the green "swoosh", but when you have it opened and set up, it is really nice looking.  Its actually one of my favorite pieces, and I'm glad I picked it up.  Thanks for the positive reviews on it, it helped to sway me!  I can't decide whether or not I want the Sidious one or not.  I thought about starting an "Unleashed" thread in the Other Collectibles section to discuss these, but didn't know if this one might have covered it enough.  After picking up Luke, I really want to get more of this line.  For the most part, I think I'll just stick to the OT ones (although I got Jango as a gift, and have preordered Yoda, because well, its Yoda)...but I really hope this line continues.  It sounds like it is/has been doing pretty well?  I have Boba, Han, and Yoda preordered, and look forward to seeing more in the future.  Now, to see if I can pick up the Vader online or via ebay somewhere....:).
Title: Re: Unleashed Pictures New Figures (Luke, Sidious and Obi-Wan)
Post by: Jimmy on July 24, 2003, 12:42 PM
Hey guys...

KBkids.com has the new Unleashed in stock...

Sidi
Obi Wan
Luke

I know these aren't showing up except at a few TRU stores so this is a great chance to nab these. Last few waves hardly hit retail at all...
Title: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on August 22, 2003, 03:55 PM
I have looked around a little bit for an "official" thread on this particular Star Wars line, but with the exception of a thread or two in the Saga section, I didn't really see one.  If I'm wrong, feel free to shut this down or combine this mods ;).  Anyways, who out there is collecting this line...which are your favorites...which are you looking forward to the most...and which characters do you think would translate great into this form?  I personally really like this line, although I only have Jango Fett and Jedi Luke (which is amazing IMO) at this point.  I am hoping to collect all of the Original Trilogy ones, as well as a few PT figures as well.  I'm really looking forward to the next wave with Han, Yoda, and Boba Fett...three of my all-time favorites.  I'd really like to see Chewbacca in this form, and I think it has been somewhat rumored.  I really hope that this line continues for awhile...there are many other figs that would be great, I'd really enjoy to hear your ideas.  Thanks.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on August 22, 2003, 04:46 PM
I only collected the figures that I liked.  I wasn't crazy about Mace, Padme (that was just down right awful), Anakin or Tyrannus.  I do have all the others though.  I think Obi-wan is the by far the best sculpt to date (though Luke and Maul are pretty awesome in their own right).  I wasn't crazy about Luke's giant "swoosh" but when I actually saw the figure, I wouldn't want it any other way.  I have the masked Vader (I would get the unmasked if I could find it).
For Darth Sidious aka: Emperor Palpatine, I have the lightning  bolt hands in.  I thought it was cool that they gave you extra hands. :)

I'm really looking forward to the next wave and am hoping for a Chewbacca (oh the possiblities are so endless with this character) and I'd also like to see Aayla and Zam.  I'd have to think Qui-Gon wouldn't be too far down the line either.  In my opinion, this is one line you need to open!!
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on August 22, 2003, 04:47 PM
I'm right there with you.  I love this line and it's rekindled my interest in its predecessor, Epic Force.  While EF can't hold a candle to this stuff, it's still interesting to me.  

For Unleashed, I first bypassed Fett and Maul as they looked too odd in the package.  I really think this line in particular looks so much better out of the package than in.  I have the three most recent releases sitting beside me and they are stunning.  

Luke, which I wasn't so sure of when I ordered and still don't like in the package, will likely be in the same category as Maul and Fett (displayed without baby Boba BTW) were.  Your excitement about it is encouraging too.  The pose is certainly dynamic and I think the anger and power show through in the face sculpt.  The pictures on the packaging, as they always do with this line, suck, but the sculpt is pretty good.  I'm interested to see how it looks by the first Vader.

Darth Sidious (Palpatine to me) is positively menacing.  The facial and hand features are absolutely skeletal which adds so much to it.  My daughter will not like this figure at all, which is to say they really have manifested the dark side in the figure.  He looks like something out of a horror movie, which really, is what Palpatine is and should be.  A magnificent sculpt.

OB-1 is also extremely well done and almost seems like an Ep III version of Ewan McGregor.  The figure, to me, appears older, with longer hair and a more 'mature' beard/facial hair.  It's dynamic enough but subdued at the same time.  OB's not flying through the air simply has one foot raised on the platform and the saber is back for a powerful blow.  To me, that represents OB-1 very well.  I wasn't so keen on this one either, but again, very well done.

I have the remainder with the exception of the second Vader, which just seemed like too much of a stretch for me.  It's nice, and I would have bought it had it been the first release, but was just too similar to justify having it shipped up.

Leia and Padme are both well done, but I'm torn on them.  Padme is fine, I can pose her suitably, but geez, nipples?  Was it really necessary?  I dunno, maybe Geonosis is kinda cold in the afternoon ::)  Similar comments apply to Leia.  For such a powerful character to be in that pose?  Hey, look, stripper pole.  A rehash of the deluxe Leia with Sail Barge cannon would have allowed the the figure to retain some dignity, be relatively movie accurate (yes, I know they all aren't movie accurate) and still be in that mighty fine outfit (hey, I'm a guy).  

The rest are all really nice, with only Boba (young version) being annoying to me.  Nice that he was in the movie from an origin standpoint, but otherwise irrelevant.  Mace is cool and very representative of his style, IMO.  Dooku is great with the interchangeable hand, saber vs lightning.  Vader is just plain great, but I find his saber to be a tad too long if not displayed at the front edge of a shelf.  Even Anakin is great, so much anger.  And again, yes, not movie accurate.  Though maybe George is just holding out on us and if we pay $20 a year, we can see that scene ::) >:( :-*

I'm very excited about the next 3, Han's pose being perfect.  I think the rumoured last three for 2003 are Luke X-wing (hanging from AT-AT?), clonetrooper (where's my stormtrooper flying backwards after being shot) and Chewie, howling with a bowcaster.  Pretty darn cool stuff.  
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on August 22, 2003, 09:05 PM
Padme is fine, I can pose her suitably, but geez, nipples?  Was it really necessary?  I dunno, maybe Geonosis is kinda cold in the afternoon ::)  Similar comments apply to Leia.  For such a powerful character to be in that pose?  Hey, look, stripper pole.

That is hilarious!  LMFAO!!!   8)

I like all of them, but I love Anakin stepping on top of that Battle Droid's head!  That is just too sweet!  But as far as detail goes Obi-Wan Kenobi definitely wins that category, and he does in fact look like he could be the Obi-Wan in EP3.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Jango Fettish on August 23, 2003, 07:26 PM
I think that Unleahsed are the best things to happen to Star Wars collecting in a long time. It gave strictly carded collectors something to actually OPEN and appreciate.

Unfortunately, I have sold all but 3 of mine (still have Vader, Maul, and Jango.) I will of course be buying the Boba Fett (2, probably), but have decided to start focusing on mini busts.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mikey D on August 25, 2003, 01:54 PM
Originally, I thought these were just another failed attempt from Hasbro.  That all changed when I saw the first Vader and bought him.  After that I got them all, opened and displayed on my bookshelf.  I can't wait until Boba, Han and Yoda arrive at my doorstep from kebco.  They all look amazing.  
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on August 25, 2003, 03:10 PM
One thing that has bugged me about the board is where to discuss Unleashed, mosnab started a topic here and I think it makes sense to leave it here so I merged all the topics from Saga and moved them all here.  This one is almost to the point though that it needs to be locked and a new one started.  I think I'll wait though until after Yoda and crew come out :-*  Discuss away :)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on September 1, 2003, 09:32 PM
I was wrong about Anakin.  I picked one up on clearance and after I opened it, I really like it!  Another figure that comes with a spare hand (non saber) which I think is an added bonus.  

I'll have to go back to the store and see about Fett and Dooku.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Nicklab on September 1, 2003, 10:16 PM
I've really come to like this line.  It's a new, modern take on the characters.  It picks up where the 3-3/4" and 12" figure lines left off.

Does it have play value?  Not really.  But the sculpts more than make up for it.

The distribution has definitely been spotty.  I've had to weasle and weedle my way to get all of them.  This needs to get addressed.

I'm kind of curious to see where the line will go.  We know what's coming up for the remainder of the year, in terms of Yoda, Boba Fett & Han Solo.  Plus, there's the rumors of a second Boba Fett, Chewbacca and a Clone Trooper.

I guess I just want to know what's coming in the near future.  There's plenty of Jedi to pick from.  IMO, a Qui-Gon would be great, as would some of the Jedi from the arena battle.  I just wonder what other characters are good sources for this line.
Title: Re: Unleashed Boba Fett
Post by: Scott on September 3, 2003, 01:08 AM
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/9-03/bobaunleashed.jpg)
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/9-03/bobaunleashedback.jpg)
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/9-03/bobaunleashedhead.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Han Solo
Post by: Scott on September 3, 2003, 01:09 AM
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/9-03/hanunleashed.jpg)
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/9-03/hanunleashedback.jpg)
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/9-03/hanuleashhead.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Yoda
Post by: Scott on September 3, 2003, 01:10 AM
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/9-03/yodaunleashed.jpg)
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/9-03/yodaunleashedback.jpg)
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/9-03/yodaunleashedhead.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: DSJ™ on September 3, 2003, 01:19 AM
I like the Boba & the Han but Yoda just doesn't do anything for me.  The packaging is awesome though!  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on September 3, 2003, 12:20 PM
I still like them all.  Packaging is great, but I still love these things out of the package so much more.  

Yoda does look the worst, but a slight change in angle of display will make it look great.  I don't like the mouth sculpt.  

Those in hand Scott?
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on September 3, 2003, 03:44 PM
Oh man, Scott....you live in toy heaven don't you??
Those picutres of Han are the best!  I can't wait to get my hands on this one.  Fett is cool too but Yoda....hmm...I'll have to see picutres out of the package before I get that one.  

Where did you pick them up at??
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on September 3, 2003, 03:56 PM
No I don't have them yet :-* They are on a Japanese Auction...maybe you guys should read the front page...from time to time :-* :-*

I love Yoda!
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on September 3, 2003, 04:09 PM
Thanks for the pics OCB...I have had all of these on preorder with Kebco since they were put up on their site.  I really enjoy the Unleashed line and these are three of my favorite characters...plus, I think they all look great.  Looks like they did a great job on Harrison Ford's likeness as well on this figure.  Can't wait until these start showing up, and I hope this line continues for awhile too.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on September 3, 2003, 06:56 PM
maybe you guys should read the front page...from time to time :-* :-*


 :-*  D'oh!!

Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on September 3, 2003, 08:41 PM
I've seen pictures of those before, but I haven't seen closeups of any of them.  That Han Solo looks really damn impressive!   :o  I didn't think I was going to be all gung-ho over it, but it looks just like Harrison Ford!  AWESOME!!!  Can't wait for these to come out!   ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mikey D on September 4, 2003, 06:58 AM
I thought the Luke / Obi Wan / Emperor wave was the best.  That is, up until now.  This wave is amazing and can't wait to get them from kebco.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on September 4, 2003, 09:47 AM
No I don't have them yet :-* They are on a Japanese Auction...maybe you guys should read the front page...from time to time :-* :-*

I love Yoda!

there's a front page ??? :o  Really?  Where is it ::) :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on September 12, 2003, 10:15 AM
Just thought I'd post that Galactic Hunter has a preview of this unleashed wave (Yoda, Han, Boba), with some great loose (as well as boxed) shots.  I can't wait until these start showing up, all three look great to me.  The amount of detail that goes into these, even with the "human" faces is simply amazing IMO.  Anyways, here's the link:

Unleashed Preview (http://www.galactichunter.com/absolutenm/templates/full_article_template_1.asp?articleid=1720&zoneid=2)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: boba_jp on September 13, 2003, 10:55 AM
Boba Fett is very cool if a light is applied from the bottom. ;D

http://www.slave1.jp/english-forum/YaBB.cgi?board=other;action=display;num=1063294448 (http://www.slave1.jp/english-forum/YaBB.cgi?board=other;action=display;num=1063294448)

(http://slave1.cside3.jp/forum-image/20030910-01.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on September 13, 2003, 02:02 PM
Wow that is awesome boba_jp!  I can't wait to get this set
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on September 13, 2003, 11:04 PM
That is nice.  I think a couple of others could benefit as well.  

Any ideas on how to do it with fiber optic light threads?

Maul would look great similarly bottom lit.  I think a careful drill applied to Palpatine's  (Sidious) base could work too.  Having rays (threads of light) going up would look awfully cool.  Jedi Luke would need the fiber optics for sure and run through, or behind the swoosh of the light saber.


Hmmm.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on September 14, 2003, 10:23 AM
I never thought about running lights through any of the Unleashed figures, but that is an incredibly awesome idea.  Are there simple fiber optic lighting kits you can purchase to make that happen?
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: DSJ™ on September 14, 2003, 10:50 AM
Excellent idea. You maybe able to find fiber optic kits at a plastic model or a hobby & craft store. I have some fiber lights that came with plastic models kits & the kit has a battery casing (AAA or 9 volt) & a on/off switch.
The fibers are small & a special drill came with it. The thinkness of the drill is about the diameter of a sewing needle & very fragile.

It would be cool to se this done.  8)
 
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Nicklab on September 14, 2003, 02:02 PM
Gotta wonder what might be on tap for this line in 2004.  They've done some great work thus far, and a lot with the core characters.  Where else can they go now?
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on September 14, 2003, 03:11 PM
Maybe they will go into more of a 2-pack or 3-pack set of Unleashed figures.  I would love to see a Clone Trooper 3-pack of Unleashed figures, or even a 3-pack of Battle Droids with one of them being OOM-9.  That would be sweet.  Hasbro could actually go into more detail with the background.

Whatever the case is, every Unleashed figure keeps getting better and better.   ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on September 14, 2003, 10:30 PM
What's left?  

Episode I:
Qui-Gon
Battle Droid (weak, to me anyway) - STAP
Destroyer Droid (better)

Episode II:
not much, they hit all of them really.  Unleashed Clegg ;D

OT:
Old Ben, hood up, not much different from young Ben already done
Chewbacca - presumably in progress
Droids? - R2 & 3PO?  Gotta be a way to do that.  Could certainly do a flying version of R2, though that may be considered Episode II-ish
Tusken Raider
Stormtrooper - getting blown backwards from Han's blaster
Sandtrooper
Snowtrooper - running on Hoth and firing blaster
Scout trooper - on speeder bike - heck, do a three pack as suggested above or three interlocking individual pieces with Endor Luke and Leia plus the scout
Tie Pilot - if they can do something with Luke X-wing, maybe they can pull this off
Tarkin - I'd love to see this.  If they can do the bust and make it cool, they could do this too.
Luke - X-wing already rumoured; Bespin would be mighty cool with a removable hand; Jedi Luke on the sail barge/skiff; Hoth Luke with Wampa as a two pack
Other Jedi: Plo Kloon or Eeth Koth I think would work; I'd suggest Coleman Trebor but that might be a little laughable
Bounty Hunters: lots of those (well 5 anyway) but artistic interpretation could work out for them.  I'd like to see 4-LOM and Zuckuss

Lots I don't think would work either:
Jabba - not really much of a fit --> drooling harder than usual?
Jawa - cool concept, but a bit of a stretch to me
Ewoks - oh puhlease, stoopid little fuzzballs, maybe they could make them out of real fur so you can hug them too ::)

Nah, I don't think about this line much.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on September 14, 2003, 11:01 PM
How about an Imperial Probe Droid or Interrogation Droid?
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Nicklab on September 14, 2003, 11:10 PM
The interrogation droid would be cool with an A New Hope Leia.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on September 14, 2003, 11:11 PM
That would indeed be a cool piece.  Non-sleazy Leia and a droid too.  Excellent.  
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on September 16, 2003, 09:44 AM
I didn't know if anyone noticed for sure, but Kebco now has Yoda/Han/Boba in stock fro $19.99 a piece I believe.  Also, supposedly anyone who preordered these through them (like me), they will start shipping out today (9/16).  If you didn't preorder, might be a good chance to pick these up.  I have a feeling these would sell fast if they made it to stores.  Anyways, just thought I'd post in case anyone hadn't seen it yet.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on September 16, 2003, 02:15 PM
Kebco contacted me saying they would be shipping sometime this week, and I cannot wait to get my hands on them!  :)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mikey D on September 16, 2003, 03:15 PM
I just checked my account status at kebco and all three are pending so I should have them soon.  Only one problem though, I no room for them on my shelf with the other ones  :(
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on September 16, 2003, 04:23 PM
Mine are all pending now too.   ;D
Title: Unleashed Yoda!
Post by: FX-7 on September 17, 2003, 03:15 PM
Anyone ahve this yet?  Looks like Kebco is shipping them soon...I can't wait to get it!
Title: Re: Unleashed Yoda!
Post by: dustrho on September 17, 2003, 03:22 PM
Not yet.  Mine should be shipping from Kebco today or tomorrow.  :D
Title: Re: Unleashed Yoda!
Post by: Mikey D on September 17, 2003, 03:23 PM
Go to the following for all your Unleashed needs ;D

Unleashed discussion (http://www.jedidefender.com/yabbse/index.php?board=12;action=display;threadid=557)

And yes, the Yoda is uber cool.  Can't wait to get mine from kebco
Title: Re: Unleashed Yoda!
Post by: FX-7 on September 17, 2003, 03:24 PM
Oh cool, mods feel free to lock this one, sorry 'bout that
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on September 17, 2003, 04:01 PM
No problem Lenny, I'll just my powers as a moderator and poof it's gone!
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on September 22, 2003, 01:28 PM
My Unleashed Yoda, Boba Fett and Han Solo shipped from Kebco today, and I should be getting them either Wednesday or Thursday.   ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mikey D on September 22, 2003, 03:03 PM
I just got the UPS notification and mine will be here Thursday.  Time to make some more room on the shelf or find somewhere else to put these.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on September 22, 2003, 03:05 PM
I just got my notification as well, expected delivery by Thursday.  I'm really looking forward to seeing these...but just like Mikey D...I have to find somewhere to put them.  I'll make room if I have to :).
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on September 24, 2003, 09:53 PM
Got my three new unleashed figures today, and I am MORE than impressed!  I knew these were going to be cool, but just wait until you get them in front of you!  WOW!!!   :o

Check out my pictures HERE (http://www.chrisrhoads.com/starwars/unleashed2.htm).
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on September 25, 2003, 09:33 AM
Oh... those are sweet!!  I'm probably going to end up ordering these online since it doesn't look like I'll be doing any more road trips for awhile.  I'm still working on the hubby to fix me up some lights for my Luke and Maul, I'll have to have him make one for Fett too.  
I was going to pass on Yoda but I seen the display that GH did with Dooku and Yoda (that is my main reason for snagging a Dooku last week) and by the looks of your pictures Chris, Yoda is going to look awesome posed by Dooku.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on September 25, 2003, 09:48 AM
Great pics, dustrho!  According to my tracking, mine are out for delivery today.  I can't wait to get them.  Its probably going to be the best wave for me yet, since it has 3 of my favorite characters together.  I kind of have the feeling these will be tough to find in stores, that's why I went ahead and preordered them.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: DSJ™ on September 25, 2003, 10:36 AM
Great pictures Chris!  8)  I may have to bite the bullet on them soon & get them.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mikey D on September 25, 2003, 11:03 AM
Mine arrived a short time ago and they great in the package (which I love by the way).  I can't wait to get them home and open them up.  I cleared off the shelf to make room for them the only day and that bare spot is killing me.  
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on September 25, 2003, 11:38 AM
I want to open these up so bad, but I'm out of room in my office.  I don't have any room left to put these anywhere.   :'(
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: DSJ™ on September 25, 2003, 11:43 AM
Someone needs a bigger office!  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on September 25, 2003, 02:36 PM
Someone needs a bigger office!  ;D

Like I've said a hundred times before, I cannot wait to get my own house so I can have the entire basement for all my goodies!   ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on September 26, 2003, 09:48 AM
I just received my Unleashed from Kebco yesterday, and got them opened up last night.  I really think these figures are amazing.  All three have tremendous sculpts, and I just think this whole line looks really nice on display.  It makes me want to go back and pick up some of the ones I missed (specifically Vader).  If you haven't gotten these, you might want to look into it...they are very well done.  I really hope this line continues...
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mikey D on September 26, 2003, 10:41 AM
Boba is my favorite of the three and probably in the top three overall behind Luke and Vader.

The other two are good also.  The only problem I have is with Yoda.  His clear "swoosh"  don't snap together that well and the piece that connects with the floor and the corner of the wall is loose as a result.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on September 26, 2003, 10:51 AM
Mine are still carded just like all the other Unleashed figures I have.  Has anyone here had a problem finding Princess Leia by chance?  I was lucky enough that my wife found me one when she first came out, but I've personally never seen them in stores.  One of my friends has been searching for her long and hard, and said she is selling for over $100 on eBay!   :o  Can you believe that crap?  I have every single Unleashed figure.   ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on September 26, 2003, 11:37 AM
I entered the Unleashed series late in the game (didn't like the first wave and passed until I started seeing better sculpts) and hence, missed Leia altogether.
I did order her for a "reward" from my Star Wars mastercard only to be emailed a month later stating they never received their order so it was unavailable.  Nice  :-\

Now I'm playing the maddening "catch up" on this series and she is the elusive piece.  I've never seen her on Ebay for over $100, usually $40-50 (but I haven't checked lately).  I like the piece, just not enough to fork over more than retail (and since I am an opener, paying even more for one on the card is not for me).  I'm wondering if that particular wave (with removable helmet Vader) had a lower production run...there sure seems to be a larger demand for these two figures.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on September 26, 2003, 11:44 AM
I have them all except for the redux Vader with RH.  Didn't make even the slightest amount of sense to me.  

Leia?  $100?  Damn chuckles, tell me you didn't open her up yet. :o  Just kidding, send her up before you decide to sell her on me.  

Still, how to explain THAT figure to the missus ???

well you see honey, this is from one of them there cut scenes.  yeah, it happens in Jabba's back room when Leia shows her early training as a...a....well...yeah.  yes. yes dear.  you're right.  she does look like a stripper (shuffle nervously, kick carpet...
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on September 26, 2003, 12:30 PM

Still, how to explain THAT figure to the missus ???

well you see honey, this is from one of them there cut scenes.  yeah, it happens in Jabba's back room when Leia shows her early training as a...a....well...yeah.  yes. yes dear.  you're right.  she does look like a stripper (shuffle nervously, kick carpet...

Hahaha...you let me know if Mrs. Bug doesn't approve and I'll help you out by taking her off your hands.  (Mr. Jadesfire won't have any problem at all with slave Leia on the shelf  ;) ).
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: chuckles on September 26, 2003, 12:46 PM
Leia?  $100?  Damn chuckles, tell me you didn't open her up yet. :o  Just kidding, send her up before you decide to sell her on me.  


Nope. Not opened. She is still MOMC just like mine.  ;D   Maybe I'll get her sent up in the next package.  
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on September 30, 2003, 10:58 AM
Hasbro just announced the next wave of Unleashed figures:  Chewbacca ;D, Luke-Hoth and Clonetrooper!!
Can't wait to see the pictures that should be posted in a few weeks.  
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on September 30, 2003, 11:11 AM
Hasbro just announced the next wave of Unleashed figures:  Chewbacca ;D, Luke-Hoth and Clonetrooper!!
Can't wait to see the pictures that should be posted in a few weeks.  

A W E S O M E ! ! ! ! ! !    ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: DSJ™ on September 30, 2003, 11:16 AM
(http://www.snowtroopers.ca/forum/YaBBImages/undecided.gif) Chew, Chew, Chew, Chewy!  ;D   8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on September 30, 2003, 11:34 AM
Why is it always clone trooper before stormtrooper ??? :-\  The former was inevitable, but I thought the latter would be more popular?  

Chewie?  Cool ;D  Same pose as the 25th anniversary two pack or will it be him running through the hallways of the death star howling as he and Han chase stormtroopers?  Maybe a Bespin Chewie with 3PO bits?

Hoth Luke?  Hmm, any way they can do this figure hanging upside down from an ice block, reaching for his light saber?  That would be mighty awesome.  Or will it be Hoth Luke in his flight suit hanging from the bottom of the AT-AT slashing open the hatch with his saber?  

These figures have yet to dissappoint me, so I am indeed very curious.  
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on September 30, 2003, 12:00 PM
I'm really glad that those rumors turned out to be true.  Chewie was one of the main ones I really hoped they would make, especially before the line ends (when/if it does).  I'm interested to see what they do with Luke Hoth and the Clonetrooper as well.  Great news!  Wish there was some pictures, but soon I guess :).
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on September 30, 2003, 12:00 PM
Or could this new Luke be submerged in the Tauntaun's innards?   :P
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Nicklab on October 2, 2003, 01:43 PM
A listing over at Entertainment Earth has wave 7 of Unleashed.  The Luke that's mentioned is a pilot.  Could this be from the Hoth battle?  I would've thought a Hoth Unleashed Luke would be from the Wampa cave.

As for wave 6, my set is currently en route.  Can't wait to open these up!  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on October 2, 2003, 01:48 PM
X-Wing Luke Unleashed was rumored for a long time, perhaps this is a Snowspeeder Luke instead
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on October 2, 2003, 03:34 PM
Yes, I recall the flight suit Luke being rumoured to be the next version.  This is why I suggested hanging from the bottom of the AT-AT with the lightsaber as a possibility.  

Perhaps in the cockpit of the snowspeeder, though that seems unlikely.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: DSJ™ on October 31, 2003, 02:55 PM
I finally got my Yoda, Boba Fett & Han today from Hollywood Showcase here in the city. A big Thanks to Ron for bringing them in!  (http://www.cheesebuerger.de/smilies/lustig/14.gif)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Nicklab on November 1, 2003, 10:15 AM
I got my new Unleashed during the week.  Boba, Han and Yoda are all aweome!  Yoda was a little bit of a tight fit to get on his "force leap:, and Boba Fett is tangled among Sarlacc tenticles.  Keep the cardback handy when you're putting him together because it's a little tricky.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on November 1, 2003, 07:20 PM
I like these latest ones the best.  Han Solo is perfect!!

Here are the pictures of the ones I have so far:

Bottom Shelves (http://jadesfire.home.icq.com/hp/gear/photo/photoalbum.html?item=12.1)

Top Shelf (http://jadesfire.home.icq.com/hp/gear/photo/photoalbum.html?item=11.2)

*ICQ seems to be hit and miss to get the pictures loaded...I gotta get a new hosting page :P*
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: DSJ™ on November 1, 2003, 08:50 PM
Very nice to see them out of there packages. I have to agree, that Han is perfect. Very nice display Beth!  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on November 3, 2003, 03:27 PM
Finally got mine from Newforce and I am pleased.  Not open yet, but soon :)

the three should lend themselves well to the fiber optic treatment.  should be able to light up Yoda's saber and force 'ball'.  Boba's blaster fire could work pretty well.  The toughie will be fashioning a laser blast from Han's blaster.  But wouldn't it be cool.  

Almost all lend themselves to some sort of modification with fiber optics, but I'm still having difficulty with Leia.  Maybe just a multi-coloured spotlight and really bad dance music pounding out of a tinny speaker....
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on November 5, 2003, 04:30 PM
If you don't have the Yoda wave yet

https://www.killertoys.com/members/sale.php

Has Openers for $11.50 each and $6 shipping, $40 for all three is a pretty sweet deal!
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on November 5, 2003, 04:32 PM
And I should add I have ordered from Killertoys in the past and and it went well (they also have Fisto and Zodac up for preorder ;))
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: JediMAC on November 5, 2003, 09:34 PM
So I finally joined the realm of the Unleashed collectors a couple weeks ago, by snagging a great deal on a loose/complete Unleashed Slave Leia on the trading boards.  Been looking for her ever since her release.  Patty's absolutely thrilled with this latest acquisition for my collection...   :P

(http://www.hasbro.com/common/images/products/84936_imageMain200.jpg)

But the thing is, I think that's the only one I'm going to buy from this line.  Leia was just too cool to pass up though!  I'm going to try REAL HARD to just stick with her.  If I'm able to do that, it would definitely be the first time I've ever not collected the "full set" of something, which will usually drive me to borderline insanity if I even think about it!

But truth be told, I don't care too much for most of the Unleashed figures really, so it's not like I honestly want them.  Hopefully I won't need them all now that I've picked up just one though!  I'll keep you all posted on my latest battle with OCD...   :P

Love that Slave Leia figure though.  She's way hot!  (can I say that about a toy)   :-[

I saw a buddy's Unleashed Boba Fett this weekend as well, and was rather surprised to see that he was in a WHITE jumpsuit...  WTF's up with that?  I thought based on Hasbro's running change to the 4" Fett figure that they had figured out what color his outfit really is.  Guess not...  Otherwise, it looked great.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on November 5, 2003, 09:41 PM
Patty's absolutely thrilled with this latest acquisition for my collection...   :P


So all I need to do is work on Patty hey??  :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: JediMAC on November 5, 2003, 09:53 PM
So all I need to do is work on Patty hey??  :-*

Nice try Beth...   ;)

But actually, yeah - that just might work.  Maybe I'll have to hide the Slave Leia away somewhere now...   :-\

Nah.  You just keep your grubby mitts off my girly!   :-*  (but I've already noted that you're still in need of one, and I shall continue to hunt for one for ya'...   :))
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on November 5, 2003, 11:09 PM
And I should add I have ordered from Killertoys in the past and and it went well (they also have Fisto and Zodac up for preorder ;))

I've bought stuff from them before too.  Good dealer (mcfalrlane-wise)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mikey D on November 6, 2003, 07:36 AM
Oh boy, is it down hill for you Matt.  I started with just one, the original Vader and it went down hill from there quick.  Soon I had to have them all.  Soon Leia is going to be calling to you, "Oh Matthew, where are my friends?  I'm getting lonely up here"  And since you're more obsessive compulsive than I am, you'll bite and buy them.  If not, then let me be the first to congratulate you on controlling that OCD of yours.  If you do decide to collect some or all of this line, then I think you're in for a treat.  I love this line and they look awesome lined up next to one another.  Only bad thing about (and its not the end of the world) them is these are pretty much an internet exclusive.  Around here, TRU is the only store that stocks these and all they have is Anakins and Padmes from wave 2.  Yoda, Boba and Han are wave 6.  Way to keep up on demand TRU ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Nicklab on November 6, 2003, 09:47 AM
I've been in on Unleashed since it began.  It's a great line.  Especially if you like some other toy companies, like McFarlane, Art Asylum, Mezco, etc.  It's a cool, modern take on the characters.

There have definitely been some misteps in the process, especially with distribution, and maybe the Darth Maul and Padme figures.  If Hasbro can find a way to get a proportionate ammount of Unleashed to market, I think they can do really well.  As things stand now, I think some are collecting Unleashed merely because it's been tough to get.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: JediMAC on November 6, 2003, 10:13 PM
Stop taunting me Mike!  I know I can do it!  Really.  I think...  Maybe...  Yeah, you're right - probably not.  But I'm doing pretty well so far - 2 weeks now, and I only searched the trading boards and eBay a couple times for some cheap Unleashed figure lots...   :P

On an unrelated note, a fella over at FBTB has managed to snag and post a picture of the upcoming trio of Chewie, Pilot Luke, and the Clonetrooper out of an electronic gaming magazine.

Swing by this FBTB thread (http://pub180.ezboard.com/fthefbtbcommunityfrm6.showMessage?topicID=1160.topic) if you want to check 'em out!   8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on November 6, 2003, 11:03 PM
Coooooooooool.  

Nice base for the clone.  It looks unnatural, but I guess there's nothing natural about death.  

Luke is interesting, interpretation of the AT-AT attack?

ANd is Chewie Hoth Chewie?  Looks like he's got snow on him? :o
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on November 6, 2003, 11:27 PM
They look great, but why does the Clone Trooper look like he's walking on another Clone Trooper's crotch?  That just doesn't look right to me.  That Luke Skywalker looks FANTASTIC!  The detail is so good it makes him look just like the real deal.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mikey D on November 7, 2003, 07:13 AM
[Cartman]Sweet!!![/Cartman]

These look fantastic.  Can't wait to see the full Luke and Chewie.

And no more taunting from me, Matt.  Unless you buy some more and then you're fair game ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: DSJ™ on November 7, 2003, 08:36 AM
(http://www.cheesebuerger.de/smilies/verbluefft/9.gif)   Awesome!  8)  Can't wait to see more!   (http://adwoff.com/ubb/graemlins/drooling.gif)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on November 7, 2003, 08:37 AM
Chewbacca looks great!!  I can't wait to see a full shot of the figure (along with a shot of Luke).  

So, Matt....still not going to buy any more of this series?? :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on November 7, 2003, 09:34 AM
This next wave looks great.  So far I've only been collecting the "Original Trilogy" ones, with the exception of Yoda, and a Jango that I got as a gift.  The Clone looks pretty cool though...tempting.  I'd really like to see full shots of the Luke and Chewie though, I've really been looking forward to a Chewbacca to go with Han :).  Hopefully Hasbro will put their shots up soon.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on November 7, 2003, 09:38 AM
Is this soon enough mosnab??? :-*

(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/11-03/chewie.jpg)

(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/11-03/clone.jpg)

(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/11-03/lukeun.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on November 7, 2003, 09:40 AM
Most definitely OCB :)...thanks!
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: DSJ™ on November 7, 2003, 09:56 AM
Sweet mother those look  (http://www.cheesebuerger.de/smilies/verbluefft/3.gif)   (http://www.cheesebuerger.de/smilies/lustig/24.gif)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mainland05 on November 7, 2003, 11:07 AM
what's up guys!
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on November 7, 2003, 11:10 AM
I really like Luke, the CLone is so-so and Chewbacca I am not totally sold on :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on November 7, 2003, 11:29 AM
I htink perspective matters for the clone.  Different angle in this pic makes it look not so great, the other pic from Matt's link looks better.  

Luke is pretty nice.  The uniform is classic and it seems like a post-blowing-up-the AT-AT version.  I like.

Chewie seems........oversculpted?  I'll still snag it, but yeah, hmmm.

Opened up my Han last night.  Anyone else think his hair color is too light?
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: JediMAC on November 9, 2003, 01:23 AM
Anyone desperately need the Jedi Luke, Emperor/Sidious, or Obi-Wan Unleashed figures?  To my shock, and utter amazement, my local TRU got a whole bunch of that wave in today!  First time I've seen a new Unleashed figure since Anakin and Padme...   8)

But guess what?  I didn't want, or buy, any of them!  See, I DO have willpower...  So far at least...   :P

But if anyone needs those, just LMK and I'll go back and pick 'em up for ya'!

- M
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jokabofe on November 9, 2003, 03:31 AM
Anyone desperately need the Jedi Luke, Emperor/Sidious, or Obi-Wan Unleashed figures?  To my shock, and utter amazement, my local TRU got a whole bunch of that wave in today!  First time I've seen a new Unleashed figure since Anakin and Padme...   8)

But guess what?  I didn't want, or buy, any of them!  See, I DO have willpower...  So far at least...   :P

But if anyone needs those, just LMK and I'll go back and pick 'em up for ya'!

- M

me me me me me me!!! those are 3 out of the 4 i have left to get... the other being mace. if you get them, let me know and i'll gladly buy them from you. from the look of things over the past 24 hours, looks like i'm gonna owe you a lot of money soon :)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: JediMAC on November 9, 2003, 03:51 AM
me me me me me me!!!

So what you're saying is that you need those?   :P

Damn.  I knew I should've just bought a set while I was there.   :-\  I usually do that with the 4" line, since I generally know who needs what, but since I don't follow the Unleashed line, or hang with the Unleashed gang in here, I wasn't too sure this time...

I'll have to see if I can sneak out fairly early tomorrow from our bedroom painting job, to dart back over there and snag you a set.  You open them, right Dave?  I believe I recall seeing your Unleashed collection somewhere.  Just curious, since I don't know how the packaging will be (though I'm sure it'll be fine, since they were just put out).  I'll drop you a line tomorrow to let you know if I got them before someone else cleaned 'em out.  They had at least 4 or 5 of each one, so we should be fine.

Anyone else need a set, since I'm heading back there?
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jokabofe on November 9, 2003, 03:57 AM
yeah, loose is fine with me... i'm only anal about keeping the 3-3/4" line moc... everything else is open for me  ;D

thanks!!
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on November 10, 2003, 05:20 PM
Woohoo!!!  I just read over at GH that slave Leia will be re-released next year!!! (new packaging but that doesn't interest me).

Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on November 26, 2003, 09:42 AM
(http://members.cox.net/shiner/spawn/twolf.jpg)

Saw this over at RS that it was pretty cute

Teen Wolf!

Fixed the link for ya!  :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: DSJ™ on November 26, 2003, 10:23 AM
 (http://www.cheesebuerger.de/smilies/frech/12.gif)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: JediMAC on November 26, 2003, 11:44 AM
Saw this over at RS that it was pretty cute

Teen Wolf!

That's too funny!   ;D  Got Big Game Jame's jersey on there, I see...   8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on December 6, 2003, 03:53 PM
Poking around the Big Bad Toy Store link from Scott in the Kubrick thread I found this: Unleashed wave 8 (https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/toystan.asp?Queryid=pre698).  Only rumours but Leia Slave, Luke, Obi-Wan.  They go so far as to say unconfirmed and not sure if new molds or old.  Care to speculate on Luke and Obi, as they do not really need a re-release, do they?

Hoth Luke from the Wampa Cave or perhaps a Cloud City version?

I would love to see a classic (Guiness) version of Obi in this line.

Pics for wave 7 can be seen too, but old news they are.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on December 6, 2003, 04:08 PM
YEah those are all rereleases of former sculpts on new cards...I believe the Emperor was on there too (at least on the EE preorder)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on December 6, 2003, 04:33 PM
Blech, re-releases.  Oh well, save some money.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on December 6, 2003, 04:49 PM
Great picture of Teen Wolf there!  LOL!   ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Nicklab on December 7, 2003, 03:55 PM
Blech, re-releases.  Oh well, save some money.

Alot of people had some trouble getting some of Unleashed, so re-releases aren't necessarily a bad thing.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on December 7, 2003, 08:45 PM
Blech, re-releases.  Oh well, save some money.

Alot of people had some trouble getting some of Unleashed, so re-releases aren't necessarily a bad thing.

Sorry, no sympathy from me on this one Nick.  The only ones released at stores in Canada thus far are Darth Maul, Jango and baby Fett, Vader (non-RH), Anakin and Padme.  The last three were in unlogo'd packaging, so openers one and all.  

I appreciate people are having a hard time finding them locally, I get that.  But thanks to trades and friends, I have everything except the RH Vader, which I voluntarily passed on.  You can get them if you want them.  I understand Leia, but Luke and Obi? ???

Come live in Canada for a year, learn about a crappy dollar (we're currently ecstatic because it's $0.75 US ::)), shipping costs and customs fees + zero local stock.  Then tell me re-releases are a good thing :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mainland05 on December 8, 2003, 01:52 PM
i'll pass on re-releases! :)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on December 27, 2003, 07:09 PM
Rumor over in the RS forums...next wave of Unleashed will be:

Bossk
Tusken Raider
Aayla Secura ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ???

http://forums.rebelscum.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=36;t=008013
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on December 27, 2003, 09:49 PM
I can handle the Tuskan Raider...so-so on Bossk (where-oh-where is Qui-Gon Jinn) but Aayla Secura??? I'll wait for the pictures and hope for a version that's "warmer" than the Padme one. :-X
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Angry Ewok on December 28, 2003, 12:05 AM
I've yet to pick up any Unleashed, but I'm really eyeballing. Dunno if I can afford to start collecting these!  :P :

Boba Fett
Darth Sidious
Darth Vader (Redemption)
Luke (Hoth)
Clone Trooper
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on December 28, 2003, 12:23 AM
Rumor over in the RS forums...next wave of Unleashed will be:

Bossk
Tusken Raider
Aayla Secura ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ???

http://forums.rebelscum.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=36;t=008013

Bossk overkill?  Re-release in bounty hunter four pack.  New sculpt.  Bossk play a big role in Ep III or did I miss something here? ???

Aayla Secura?  Before classic Obi?  Before Tarkin?  Before Coleman Trebor?  Huh?

Tusken could be interesting but I'm not clear on what to envision.  Gadafi (sp?) stick over the head looking down at a fallen Luke?
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on December 29, 2003, 09:58 AM
It will be interesting to see if this turns out to be true.  These characters could be interesting.  I personally am a big fan of this line, and am always interested to see the new releases...but I am a little curious why they aren't going for a few more "main" characters before these.  I guess I'm a little surprised they went with background characters in this line, I'm not complaining, just surprised.  Hopefully pics will surface soon in the new year.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mainland05 on December 29, 2003, 01:21 PM
I think Aayla Secura would be very nice as a Unleashed figure, i mean look at 3 3/4 figure it is so unique, and unleashed i can already picture it.  Beautiful!
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: JoshEEE on December 29, 2003, 07:01 PM
Quote
Bossk overkill?  Re-release in bounty hunter four pack.  New sculpt.  Bossk play a big role in Ep III or did I miss something here?

He didn't have too much less screen time (in seconds) than Boba Fett, and nobody complains about the 852 Boba Fett figures out there.

(Except me).  ;D

Come on, don't you want to see what Bossk looks like "Unleashed"?
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on December 29, 2003, 11:11 PM
Aw cmon, at least he made the screen in two movies ;)  Plus I think you could add up his screen time and measure it in minutes, rather than seconds.  

I'm sure I've said it before, but I think both Fetts are pretty funny since they really were such losers (head lopped off and death by malfunctioning jet pac?) :P  Still, they make for cool figures though my tastes in bounty hunters run to 4-LOM (or is it Zuckuss, ah never mind).  Maybe it's the beginning of an unleashed bounty hunter subset :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: FX-7 on December 31, 2003, 11:51 AM
I'll take those three, Aayla Big Boobs isn't too neat but she's alright if you know what I mean.  I'd rather have 3PO and R2 somehow...oh and a new Darth Maul
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on January 12, 2004, 09:23 AM
Check these babies out

(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/1-04/cloneunsm.jpg) (http://www.jedidefender.com/image.pl?/news/images/1-04/cloneun.jpg) (http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/1-04/chewieunsm.jpg) (http://www.jedidefender.com/image.pl?/news/images/1-04/chewieun.jpg) (http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/1-04/lukeunsm.jpg) (http://www.jedidefender.com/image.pl?/news/images/1-04/lukeun.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: DSJ™ on January 12, 2004, 09:57 AM
The Clone Trooper looks good. Besides him almost stepping on the other Clones crotch, the base looks like a pile of Bantha Poodoo.

Luke looks good too tho he does look to have that Jedi ninja stance to him.  ;D

Chewy, well the Bowcaster Rifle is good, his eyes are something strange & his body looks like it was molded out of Bantha Poodoo.  :D
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on January 12, 2004, 11:32 AM
Chewie's base sucks.  What is that supposed to be?

Luke is good.

Crotch comment duly noted, I hope that guy is dead or the vertical dude's foot doesn't slip. :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on January 23, 2004, 04:08 PM
The latest update at Hasbro.com has a pic of the Saga Ultra Ewok w/Glider, also includes this blurb at the end:

"Coming next month…
Don’t miss the first look of Unleashed Bossk in the Star Wars Insider #74 in February!"

I guess the rumors are true, it will be interesting to see how this one turns out :).
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on January 25, 2004, 05:54 PM
I cannot wait to see what Bossk looks like.  I would like to see him in an action pose instead of just standing at attention.  It would be sweet if all the bounty hunters from ESB would be made.  Boba Fett is already done, Bossk will soon be here, and then it would just be IG-88, Zuckuss, 4-LOM and Dengar that would need to still be done.

In regards to the Clone Trooper, Luke and Chewie Unleashed figures, I pre-ordered them the day they were available for pre-order at EE, and was curious to know if anyone has an idea when they should be shipping out.  They're site says January 2004, and the month is almost over now.  Just curious, because I'm really looking forward to them showing up on my front doorstep.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: P'dubs on January 25, 2004, 05:56 PM
Chewy's face isn't right. I like the dead trooper for the clone though.


The possibility of an unleashed Tusken is killer.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on January 25, 2004, 07:08 PM
Here is a shot of two of the new ones off of Ebay in their packaging.  
(http://i3.ebayimg.com/01/i/01/3a/ec/28_1.JPG)

I can't wait for my EE order to come!!!!

PS:  Has anyone seen or heard of the release of the re-issued Slave Leia yet??
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: P'dubs on January 25, 2004, 08:08 PM
I know of it.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on January 25, 2004, 09:16 PM
Well, the auction was in CA so they might have them anytime now.  Its pretty rare (the RedARC comes to mind) that something just shows up here before it is leaked in Asia first.  Should be soon either way
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: jadesfire on January 27, 2004, 07:31 PM
Yes!!!  I was just notified that my unleashed figures have shipped from EE!!  Should arrive by Friday and (of course) I'll be out of town and have to wait until Monday to rip open these bad boys.  

Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on January 28, 2004, 11:00 AM
I noticed the Chewie and Luke I preordered from Kebco have been "pending" since last Friday, hopefully they will ship out soon as well.  I'm actually kind of surprised these ended up showing up as soon as they did.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on January 29, 2004, 09:21 AM
Just saw this morning that GH has a preview up for this wave, with some great pics.  You can check it out here if you are interested:

Unleashed Luke, Chewie, and Clonetrooper (http://www.galactichunter.com/absolutenm/templates/full_article_template_1.asp?articleid=2256&zoneid=2)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: FX-7 on January 29, 2004, 12:20 PM
Sweet!  I can't wait to get these and now Bossk is confirmed!  Just leaves IG, Dengar, Zucky and 4lom, they'll get made soon I hope

I also want FX-7 UNLEASHED damn it
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on February 7, 2004, 11:18 AM
I got these the other day from Entertainment Earth, and I must say this is the finest line of Star Wars toys that Hasbro is pumping out right now.  Yeah, they're not really "toys" per se, but they are some of the coolest things I have in my collection.  Out of these three (Clone Trooper, Chewie and Luke (X-Wing Fighter Pilot) it's hard to say which one is the best.  I first thought the Clone Trooper would be by a landslide (because he's a Clone Trooper), but that Luke Skywalker has some incredible detail on him.  I'm not much of a Luke Skywalker fan (as toys go), but this one is really something.

I really love the Unleashed line.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on February 9, 2004, 12:22 PM
Trying to think of who I want Unleashed!

MisterPL's Ewok/Scouttrooper would be great

On top of that:

Dengar
IG-88
4LOM
Zuckuss
Emperor's Royal Guard
C-3PO (???)
R2-D2
Stormtrooper
Obi-Wan (Episode IV)

Not sure if I want Cantina/Jabba's Aliens or not, Gam Guard, Jabba himself, Greedo maybe but even that is pushing it, same goes for R2 and 3PO IMO

Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on February 9, 2004, 03:40 PM
Trying to think of who I want Unleashed!

MisterPL's Ewok/Scouttrooper would be great



Man you people ::)  

Tell me exactly what an unleashed Ewok would be doing??  Scratching fleas? :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Scott on February 9, 2004, 03:43 PM
http://spacemegs.com/misterpl/EwoksUnleashed01.jpg
Title: Unleashed Bossk Rocks!
Post by: Jesse James on February 9, 2004, 04:16 PM
I dont' like the Unleashed line particualrly...  They're not my general cup of tea, as I don't care for statues, but even I have to admit that the upcoming Bossk is great.

His images appear in the latest Star Wars insider for the first time, and they are REALLY neat.  Bossk's hopping through some broken wall of some sort (looks great) with his mouth agape, growling Trandoshan slurs with his arms outstretched.

Simply, this Bossk figure looks really neat, and a must-have for any Bossk collector, or lover of all things Trandoshan.

And why do I like Trandoshans?  Cuz they gets alllllllll da ladies.  Jockin' the Wookies and slappin' the hoes.  That's livin' Trandoshan style.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on February 9, 2004, 04:21 PM
Well that explains that.  Thanks.  I think.  I guess I should start a thread on the overwhelming ineptitude of the empire, at least those dressed in white ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mainland05 on February 9, 2004, 04:46 PM
maybe we will see an unleashed Aayla Secura like the rumor said, that would totally rock!!! :)
Title: Bossk Unleashed!!!!!!!!
Post by: jadesfire on February 9, 2004, 07:37 PM
Bossk Unleashed (http://www.potf2.com/potj/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=5176)

SO COOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Bossk Unleashed!!!!!!!!
Post by: Mainland05 on February 9, 2004, 07:39 PM
Bossk Unleashed (http://www.potf2.com/potj/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=5176)

SO COOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Here it is, are we able to post it here?

*Image removed*

Probably best not to just yet Matt, as we don't want to ruffle any other site's feathers...   ;)  Just follow Beth's link if you'd like to check it out.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mainland05 on February 9, 2004, 07:40 PM
i dont really know why they are really making secondary characters into an unleashed figure?
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: JediMAC on February 9, 2004, 08:05 PM
Probably best just to follow Beth's link for now, so I edited out the picture for the time being.

I don't collect the Unleashed line, but hot damn is that Bossk awesome looking!!!   :o  I've only ever picked up the Slave Leia, but I just may add this Bossk in there with her.  He's awesome!  Not often you see him in a pose other than his usual neutral stance up on the Star Destroyer's bridge, so this particular version really jumps out at ya'...

As for "why?" on the secondary characters...  Heck, that's simple - this is a Bounty Hunter, and everyone LOVES the Bounty Hunters.  They're all so popular that they almost surpass the "secondary character" status - especially Bossk and IG-88 (and of course Boba).
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: dustrho on February 9, 2004, 08:34 PM
I was in total awe when I saw that Unleashed Bossk figure!   :o  I was expecting a cool Bossk, but that is kick ass!
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Darby on February 9, 2004, 09:12 PM
SUH-WEET!!!!!!
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mainland05 on February 9, 2004, 09:14 PM
You think that is sweet, wait till we get a look at Aayla Secura!!!
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: SilverZ on February 9, 2004, 09:39 PM
Ah, crap. That looks awesome. Now I'm officially into the Unleashed line. Dammit!
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Morgbug on February 9, 2004, 11:20 PM

As for "why?" on the secondary characters...  Heck, that's simple - this is a Bounty Hunter, and everyone LOVES the Bounty Hunters.  They're all so popular that they almost surpass the "secondary character" status - especially Bossk and IG-88 (and of course Boba).

So true.  It seems Hasbro may finally be catching on to the notion that collectors might be all that's left.  

If so, this could be a strong indication that the remainder of the bounty hunters may be following.  I must admit that I am impressed, even more so after being skeptical.  I'm not sure how they would make IG-88 quite so dynamic, for example, but then again, I don't get paid to.   ;)

This really should make the next several series easier on them.  If they include a bounty hunter in each series, they are covered for the next four series'.  

In my great prognostication they should have a Jedi/rebel in each series; a bounty hunter in each series and an imperial in each series.  That leaves room for the accursed Ewoks as well.   >:(
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Ben on February 10, 2004, 02:22 AM
Dayamn. I'm going to need a bigger shelf for all these badass Unleashed figures.
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Mikey D on February 10, 2004, 07:13 AM
Holy ****!  After seeing that, I want more aliens.  That is one awesome figure.  
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: Brian on February 10, 2004, 09:52 AM
Wow, that Bossk is really amazing.  I wasn't sure what to expect, but I really like what they have done with this one.  I have just been collecting the OT-based figures from this line (apart from Yoda and Jango), and I will definitely add Bossk to my collection if I can find him.  Much cooler than I even thought it could be.
Title: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on February 13, 2004, 06:21 PM
Time for a second thread

Here is the first one (http://www.jedidefender.com/yabbse/index.php?board=12;action=display;threadid=3658)


The latest insider confirms that a Tusken Raider and Aayla Secura will be coming with Bossk.  So here is the 2004 Line-Up so far:

Cool beans
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Padawan on February 13, 2004, 06:24 PM
Mighty fine line up so far.  Can't wait to get my hands on Bossk.  
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mainland05 on February 13, 2004, 06:26 PM
Time for a second thread

Here is the first one (http://www.jedidefender.com/yabbse/index.php?board=12;action=display;threadid=3658)

The latest insider confirms that a Tusken Raider and Aayla Secura will be coming with Bossk.  So here is the 2004 Line-Up so far:

  • Chewbacca
  • Luke Skywalker (Snowspeeder)
  • Clonetrooper
  • Aayla Secura
  • Bossk
  • Tusken Raider
Cool beans

I really cant wait to see what the Aayla Secura is going to look like, if her figure was awesome then the unleashed will kick ass!! I wonder if she will appear in EPIII!
Title: Re: Unleashed Discussion Thread
Post by: JediMAC on February 16, 2004, 03:25 PM
Looks like Scott's locked this thread up since it's gotten so long, and moved on to Unleashed thread #2.  So head on over to Unleashed Again (http://www.jedidefender.com/yabbse/index.php?board=12;action=display;threadid=3698) to carry on with the Unleashed discussion...   8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on February 20, 2004, 03:46 PM
As much as I like these figures I'm thinking about getting rid of them, the take up an awful lot of space...thoughts?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on February 20, 2004, 04:05 PM
I could see what you mean Scott, as I have been re-evaluating my space issues lately too.  I have just been buying the OT characters, and that helps some.  But, to be honest, I have a Chewie and the new Luke on the way sometime...and I don't really have anywhere to put them :).  Plus I hope to pick up Bossk and possibly the Tusken Raider (after I see what it looks like).  I don't really want to stop collecting them though, and I hope that you don't have to....but I could see where space would be a concern too.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on February 20, 2004, 05:44 PM
While I don't collect the Unleashed line, I did cave in on the Slave Leia for obvious reasons...   :-[  I'll probably do the same for Aayla as well, and that Bossk is just awesome looking!  I'm absolutely physically and mentally incapable of collecting only a portion of any given line.  Completism runs disgustingly rampant through my blood, so I'm not quite sure what I'm going to do here...

That said, I stumbled upon the new Hoth Pilot Luke and super windblown Chewie again today.  The former looks pretty cool, but the latter is not so hot IMO.  Anyone need these?  LMK if ya' do, and maybe I can hook you up with 'em.  I actually snagged the Luke already, but could probably pick up the Chewie on the way home from work as well...
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jokabofe on February 23, 2004, 10:02 PM
yes, they do take up a lot of space, but in my opinion they are some of the best work coming out of hasbro right now. with the help of some of our better forum members here, i managed to get my hands on the full set (so far). of course, every time they release a new series, it seems like i need to find somewhere new to put them... in these pics they are sitting on top of 3 bookcases in my computer room. but, it looks like they need to be moved when the next series comes out.

(http://www.p3donline.com/collection/unleashed1.jpg)

(http://www.p3donline.com/collection/unleashed2.jpg)

(http://www.p3donline.com/collection/unleashed3.jpg)

(http://www.p3donline.com/collection/unleashed4.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on February 26, 2004, 10:39 AM
Real nice looking collection you have there jokabofe!  Also, I see today that SirSteve's Guide has some prototype shots up of the upcoming Aayla Secura unleashed.  I've pretty much been sticking to OT-only with these, but I'm sure this one will be popular.  You can check out a couple of pics here:

SSG's Aayla Secura Pics (http://www.sirstevesguide.com/news/?m=show&id=30035)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on February 26, 2004, 10:44 AM
Nice, but not what I expected.  Although I can see the gracefullness of the figure.  Can't wait to see the final product.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on February 26, 2004, 12:58 PM
Yes, I was just popping over here to post the link, when I caught it was already reported on the front page.  I really am pleased with the pose.  I like the elegant look and can't wait to see her painted.  I was hoping it was more in this fashion and not some wild, disheveled look.

So, that leaves the Tuskan Raider pose as the last one to see.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Padawan on February 26, 2004, 05:02 PM
I think she looks great.  The best thing about the Unleashed series is that they are the only series where the final product usually looks better than the prototype.  
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Angry Ewok on February 26, 2004, 05:04 PM
Originally I was not interested in the Aayla. BUT, having seen this piece, and the elegance/detail... I've changed my mind. I may very well purchase this... Elegance was not what I expected.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mainland05 on February 26, 2004, 06:03 PM
Nice, but not what I expected.  Although I can see the gracefullness of the figure.  Can't wait to see the final product.

Totally not what i expected either.  I dont like it to much, she looks like she is dancing!  But i think they could of made her alot better, i was thinking that since her figure was great, that her unleashed would do good. But i guess i was wrong.  Hasbro is being crappy now anyway, look at all the re-hashed fans choice figures!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on February 26, 2004, 06:47 PM
I don't collect the Unleashed line, but like the dirty little collecting perv that I am, I did for some reason pick up the Unleashed Slave Leia.  Just too cool to pass on.  I may do the same with the Aayla figure as well.  Besides, they'll make nice bookends to a cool illustration I've got an illustrious artist hard at work on...   8)

I wish they had gotten the Arena Padme a little better though, as she would've fit nicely with these two.  Mara Jade anyone?

Star Wars sex appeal, at it's finest...   ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: dustrho on February 26, 2004, 08:15 PM
I'm not all that thrilled with this new Aayla Secura figure.  She looks okay I guess, but I was looking for something more "unleashed" than this.  I was hoping she'd be slicing through a Super Battle Droid or someone else on the Separatist side (maybe even a Geonosian Warrior).  This is a figure that I will still end up buying, but it could have been done better IMO.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on February 26, 2004, 08:30 PM
Mara Jade anyone?


I'd send you all my MR stuff Matt, if you could make that one happen!!!

Edit: so excited I couldn't spell right ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on February 26, 2004, 09:33 PM
That would indeed be an awesome figure to have.  Wouldn't have to be dramatically different from the EU figure to make me happy, though I'm sure it would.  Wow, what a great suggestion :o
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: FX-7 on March 1, 2004, 03:40 PM
Got Chewie, Clonie and Lukie  their nice, I'm not big on Chewbacca, he's sort of weird looking.  Luke though and the Clone too arr great!!!!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: FX-7 on March 2, 2004, 11:35 AM
What's on your Unleashed Wishlist?

Mine...

Dengar
IG88
Zuckuss
4LOM
FX7!!!
Stormtrooper
R2
3PO
Ki Adi Mundi
Plo Koon
Jabba :P
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jokabofe on March 2, 2004, 07:04 PM
hmmm, unleashed wishlist....

stormtrooper
han hoth w/ tauntaun
wampa
biker scout w/bike
amanaman
aurra sing
arc trooper
assaj ventress

and what about some 2-packs?
old school ben kenobi vs. vader 2 pack
luke vs. vader 2 pack
yoda vs. dooku 2 pack
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on March 3, 2004, 09:30 AM
Wow, good choices there.  I'd like to see a Stormtrooper, Bespin or Endor Han, Bespin Luke, Biker Scout, Skiff Lando, Old Ben Kenobi, and Ewoks (liked MisterPL's sketch) to name a few.  If they could get into a little larger scale, I really like the ideas of Hoth Han w/ Tauntaun and the Wampa.  Those would look sweet.  Jabba would be cool too, but I'm not sure how they would "unleash" him :).
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: FX-7 on March 4, 2004, 03:30 PM
Nice ideas guys!  Ewoks sound great, So does Aura Sing!  What about White Gown Leia
Title: ewok unleashed
Post by: paploo on March 11, 2004, 06:19 PM
they should make an ewok unleashed. maybe lumat or teebo. I think that would rule...anyone know if they are planning on making an unleashed ewok
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on March 11, 2004, 06:38 PM
Merging your post in here Paploo, and as you can see - there's some other fans of the idea of Unleashed Ewoks!  Especially Morgbug.   ;)

I'll have to see if I can dig up MisterPL's fine interpretation of Unleashed Ewoks for ya' too.  Some great stuff!  Hold on...

Here ya' go! (http://www.galactichunter.com/absolutenm/templates/full_article_template_1.asp?articleid=2290&zoneid=7)

Like?  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on March 12, 2004, 10:14 AM
Oh yeah, count me as a big fan of Ewok Unleashed ::)

No offense to Mister PL's artwork, it's great, but geez people.  

Ideas for unleashed Ewoks:

-two pack picking lice off of each other
-solo ewok with soft middle portion (like JediMac) for hugging due to unbearable cuteness
-ewok on a spit roasting on an open fire

 :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on March 12, 2004, 11:35 AM

-ewok on a spit roasting on an open fire

 :-*

I'd buy two.  Betcha they taste like chicken.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on March 12, 2004, 11:56 AM
Seeing the new Luke, Chewie and CLone at TRU last night I jsut couldn't resist.  I'm making a concerted effort to make some space so I can display these properly.  I really love that Bossk too and I can't quit now

Chewie is nice, nicer than I thought he would be, I'm guessing the skimped on the base because he himself is mammoth in size

I really like the Clone, really well done, looks great and is in a great dramatic pose.

Luke is also nice but I'm not a big fan of how he is placed on the base.  Its a weird angle and how he's sort of leaning out of the base while there are large portions of the base still behind hi, its really hit and miss :-[
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on March 12, 2004, 12:02 PM
I just received my Chewie and Luke from Kebco on Wednesday, and I'm happy with these.  I know a lot of people don't care for the Chewbacca, and although I will admit that it is a little "extreme", I do like it.  Like Scott said, in person it looks pretty good I think.  I've been trying to stick to OT-only, since these things do take up a lot of room...but that Clone is pretty cool too.  I think I'll continue with just OT, my display space for them is already full...and I still want to get Bossk and the Tusken later this year.  Hmmm...what to pack away now for more room? :P
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on March 12, 2004, 12:32 PM
I just received my Chewie and Luke from Kebco on Wednesday

Dammnit, my are still pending.  Son of a bitch.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on March 12, 2004, 03:20 PM
I just received my Chewie and Luke from Kebco on Wednesday

Dammnit, my are still pending.  Son of a *****.

Jeez, now I feel guilty, cuz I have mine, from you (in a round about way).   I haven't opened them yet, but will soon.  

My basic opinon at this point is that pictures and in package just don't do these figures/statues justice.  I did not like the picture of the Chewbacca.  Now that I have that (heavy) figure, I really like it.  It's impossible to sculpt hair at the best of times and this is a neat interpretation.  I think they did an excellent job of the facial features as well.  This sort of reminds me of Chewie on the death star running with Han and firing backwards.  The face seems to be as animated as it should have been had Chewie not been just a costume in the original movies.  Well done.  

Luke looks fine too.  Haven't set him up like Scott, so can't respond to your comments.  Still think it's an odd choice for an unleashed figure  but hey, I bought it didn't I?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on March 12, 2004, 03:32 PM
I feel bad that you haven't gotten yours yet either Mikey, that is strange.  Mine had been pending for quite a long time (couple months probably), and I finally e-mailed them to just politely ask what was up...they told me that they would all be shipped this week sometime, and actually my status went from "pending" to "shipped" the next day after I wrote them (last Friday).  I got them on Tuesday I think.  Hopefully yours are on the way soon.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on March 12, 2004, 03:49 PM
I set Chewie up next to Han, it looks sort of neat, except for Chewie's bizzaro base...why not make it a piece of Falcon Decking or Death Star Floor...or cover him in snow and make him frozen Chewie...some more figures I want:

ANH Luke (After Obi-Wan bites it)
ANH Leia (Detention Cell Baby)
Hoth Han (Brown Coat)
Bespin Han (Toture Rack)
Bespin Luke (After he loses his arm, this should have been Luke #1)
Lando (Escape from Bespin)
IG-88
4-LOM
Zuckuss
Dengar (Got to have all of the Bounty Hunters)
Wampa (make it an exclusive)
Stormtrooper (obvious)
Snowtrooper (love that outfit)
Scouttrooper (this one too)
Royal Guard (this one double too)
Jabba (again Exclusive)
Amanaman (That latest Comic is awesome)
Lobot (so Lobot's Duplex gets another member)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on March 12, 2004, 08:11 PM
-solo ewok with soft middle portion (like JediMac) for hugging due to unbearable cuteness

You best back off with your desire to hug my cute self!  Sheesh, it was just a Muppet cookiee, man.  It's not like I sent you a tiger print thong, or sumthin'...   ::)

And how did you know that I had started using Patty's skin moisturizer to create that "soft" middle portion on myself?  That is what you meant, right...?  Soft like a baby's butt, I tell ya'.   8)

As for the actual Unleashed figures, if they pump out some more "hot Star Wars chicks" and Bounty Hunters, I may be tempted to pick up a couple more!   ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on March 12, 2004, 09:30 PM

As for the actual Unleashed figures, if they pump out some more "hot Star Wars chicks" and Bounty Hunters, I may be tempted to pick up a couple more!   ;)

You know you want them, so get them all  :P

Is your belly button pierced? :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jeff on April 7, 2004, 09:54 AM
Hi Guys,

Just thought I'd make sure all you Unleashed fans saw this news item from GH.com:

First Unleashed Variant - RED Clone Trooper (Captain) (http://www.galactichunter.com/absolutenm/templates/full_article_template_1.asp?articleid=2604&zoneid=2)

Luckily, I'm happy with my one Clone Unleashed statue and don't need the Red one...

Jeff
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on April 7, 2004, 11:35 AM
Oh....no >:(  No, no, no.  don't do this Hasbro.  Don't fall for the 'buzz' chase pieces create.  Bloody hell. >:(
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on April 8, 2004, 07:12 AM
I'm not going to go out of my way to find that red one, but if I happen upon it, I'll probably buy it.  

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on April 10, 2004, 03:57 PM
Someone in the Michgan forums over at RS stated he found the 'red' one at his local TRU.  I want one but I hope that Hasbro doesn't start making green, blue and yellow also!!

I'm still waiting for any pictures to surface of the new packaging that Leia will be coming in.  I like the way the Emperor and Luke look (but I already have them opened so I won't be getting these).  
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on April 10, 2004, 08:31 PM
See, that's my problem too.  It's not that I don't want them, it's just that I hate chase figures being made.  WE already complain of scalpers in this hobby, but it's nothing like in McFarlane world.  IMO, scalping SW stuff can make you maybe double money, chase figures lead to 5 and 6x increase, very appealing to make money :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on April 13, 2004, 02:48 AM
I'm not going to chase a red one either.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on April 13, 2004, 08:37 AM
Well, my Unleashed finally shipped from kebco.  Took long enough.  Pretty decent wave.  The Luke is sort of blah, but the clonetrooper and Chewie are nice.  Chewie is one hefty figure and towers over the other two like he should.  

Bring on the Bossk!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on April 16, 2004, 01:21 PM
Picked up all 3 Unleashed today.   ;D  Happy, Happy. Joy, Joy!   ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: FX-7 on April 16, 2004, 02:34 PM
i love that new wave!  The Clone is awesome, didn't like him at all at first but the more I fondle him the greater he gets.  Chewie is huge, another one I didn't like at first, but he's great.  Luke is also great, they are all great

Can't wait to see Sandtrooper and the finished Aayla
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on April 20, 2004, 01:21 PM
Just a quick question for everyone:  has there been any more indication about whether or not the red trimmed Unleashed Clone Trooper is the real deal?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: TheBlackDog65 on April 27, 2004, 01:31 AM
I have yet to see anyone produce a picture of the Red Clone with an actual receit. Even then, that might be doubtful especially if both the standard clone and the red clone share the same SKU. I need to look on ebay and see what is there. That usually helps to confirm.

I have to say that I have missed out (and it cost me $). I LOVE the unleash line! Enough to wear now I only buy a few of the 3 3/4 line, the ones I really want (I am a non-ocmpletist and opener anyway). I have decided to put away my Ep. I, POTJ, and Saga 3 3/4 figures and just put out my unleash figures for Star Wars. They are a great compliment to my LOTR figures in terms of size and detail.

A question I have IF you could only collect one, unleash or 3 3/4 which would it be and why? For me it is unleash cause of the detail, and because it is a display figure. I feel that is becoming more important then the 3 3/4 that look like a left out toy from my son.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on April 27, 2004, 03:25 PM
Finally scored a clone trooper, so I'm back to caught up.  

To answer your question, TheBlackDog65, I would probably opt for the 3 3/4 line because of variety and displayability due to size.  The unleashed are spectacular but they are like McFarlane stuff in that they require almost too much space.  Infinitely higher quality, much more statue like no doubt, but I like the little guys.  I'll just opt for both.  LOTR is my punishment in that I don't collect that line.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jeff on April 30, 2004, 02:01 PM
I have yet to see anyone produce a picture of the Red Clone with an actual receit. Even then, that might be doubtful especially if both the standard clone and the red clone share the same SKU. I need to look on ebay and see what is there. That usually helps to confirm.

Well, I've seen THREE reports now that these have hit retail.  All were located in central USA (2 in Kentucky/1 in Tennessee) and all three were found at Wal-Mart....

According to those who have found one, the case =
1x Luke Hoth Pilot
2x Chewbacca
3x Red Clone

They are even starting to hit eBay too:
Star Wars Unleashed Clone Trooper RED VARIANT
 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=3190819523&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW)
It's worth it to note that this auction is from a guy in Tennessee too.  Maybe only the those two states are getting this figure? :)

It's looking like the Red Captain Clone Unleashed may be the real deal...

Jeff
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on May 1, 2004, 11:41 AM
Yeah, the Red Clone Trooper is popping up on eBay. Going for anywhere from $40 - $55.  :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on May 3, 2004, 11:15 AM
Ouch!

Unleashed Clone Trooper RED variant  (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=3190842610&rd=1)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on May 3, 2004, 01:03 PM
That price is insane.  I just picked up one today at Walmart for $14.88 plus tax.  

Now bring on Slave Leia and my collection will be complete :)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on May 3, 2004, 01:26 PM
That price is insane.  I just picked up one today at Walmart for $14.88 plus tax.  

You picked up the Red Clone!   8)  I don't think we will ever see it up here.  :'(  If you find another, you know were I am.  ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on May 3, 2004, 03:18 PM
That price is insane.  I just picked up one today at Walmart for $14.88 plus tax.  

You picked up the Red Clone!   8)  I don't think we will ever see it up here.  :'(  If you find another, you know were I am.  ;)

Guess that makes me second in line :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on May 4, 2004, 12:03 PM
Slave Leia is up to $75. - $80 on the auction block!  :o
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on May 4, 2004, 01:39 PM
They are re-releasing her, are they not?  

Jim shipped mine up and I've yet to open it.  Perhaps my delay may prove profitable yet.  But I would need to be reassured that stripper Leia will again be available.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on May 4, 2004, 07:47 PM
Only had one left at Walmart today, so I will send this guy out to you now Dale, along with the silver clonetrooper that I got in a trade yesterday (finally!!! ::)) and Gold Leader.  

I'll keep my spies up-to-date Brent for another one and I'll let you know when we come up with one.  As for slave Leia, she should be re-released this fall (just new packaging is all that they changed).

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on May 4, 2004, 10:10 PM
(http://www.snowtroopers.ca/forum/YaBBImages/lipsrsealed.gif)

Thanks Beth.   :)  I'll be on the look out for it.   8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on May 11, 2004, 09:23 AM
Star Wars.com has pics up of the next wave of Unleashed: Bossk, Tusken Raider, and Aayla Secura.  These are expected for Summer 2004, they also have confirmed for Fall 2004 IG-88, Aurra Sing, and a Stormtrooper!  You can check out the news and pics here:

Bossk, Aayla, Tusken Unleashed (http://www.starwars.com/collecting/news/2004/05/news20040511.html)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on May 11, 2004, 09:39 AM
Sweet! Looks like I'll have to save up some more pennies for these.  ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on May 11, 2004, 09:40 AM
I see Hasbro also has pics up, same stuff:

Hasbro Unleashed (http://www.hasbro.com/starwars/pl/page.headlines/id.1032/dn/default.cfm)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on May 11, 2004, 10:52 AM
Clicking links makes me tired, here's da pics :-*

(http://www.starwars.com/collecting/news/2004/05/img/20040511_3_bg.jpg)

(http://www.starwars.com/collecting/news/2004/05/img/20040511_1_bg.jpg)

(http://www.starwars.com/collecting/news/2004/05/img/20040511_2_bg.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mainland05 on May 11, 2004, 11:03 AM
Man, this is the best line up since Padme!

Aayla looks damn sexy.  I am going to order me a case of those!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on May 11, 2004, 11:06 AM
Crap...now I have to buy a whole new book shelf for the Unleashed figures to sit on since I am now officially hooked on the line.  These are fantastic!!  I am still waiting for a Qui-Gon Jinn to be announced and am surprised by Aurra but the trooper and Bounty Hunter are pretty much a no-brainer.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on May 11, 2004, 11:29 AM
Scheduled for release in Fall 2004, the next wave of Unleashed figures will include IG-88, Aurra Sing, and a stormtrooper.

Sweet!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on May 11, 2004, 12:05 PM
They all look great.  Really suprised by that Tusken Raider.  Keep them coming Hasbro.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on May 11, 2004, 12:15 PM
Really hoping there will be a Bounty Hunter per wave for the next few waves...little surprised they haven't done Lando yet

Updated Wishlist:

ANH Luke (After Obi-Wan bites it)
ANH Leia (Detention Cell Baby)
Hoth Han (Brown Coat)
Bespin Han (Toture Rack)
Bespin Luke (After he loses his arm, this should have been Luke #1)
Lando (Escape from Bespin)
IG-88
4-LOM
Zuckuss
Dengar (Got to have all of the Bounty Hunters)
Wampa (make it an exclusive)
Stormtrooper (obvious)
Snowtrooper (love that outfit)
Scouttrooper (this one too)
Royal Guard (this one double too)
Jabba (again Exclusive)
Amanaman (That latest Comic is awesome)
Lobot (so Lobot's Duplex gets another member)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mainland05 on May 11, 2004, 01:46 PM
A - Battle Queen Amidala would be awesome, also, just a regular Queen Amidala would be pretty awesome.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on May 11, 2004, 03:30 PM
My personal wants for Unleashed?  Hmmmm

THE PHANTOM MENACE
Qui-Gon Jinn deflecting blaster shots
Obi-Wan Kenobi making jumping double kick
Droideka

ATTACK OF THE CLONES
Zam Wessel - Sniper or shapeshifting
Plo Koon - Arena Battle
Ki-Adi Mundi - Arena Battle
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on May 11, 2004, 03:45 PM
How about an Unleashed two pack.  

For me, one of the crucial moments in the entire saga is the battle between Vader and Ben on the death star.  Easy way to release another Vader and really, we need an Alec Guiness Ben.

I do understand that the light saber battle from ANH pales to many (all?) of the battles that followed.  But since artistic license is freely allowed in these 'statues' surely this could be made more dynamic.  Relative to its time (1977) there really wasn't anything that was comparable so it needs to be made.  

Multi-packs wouldn't sell especially well, I'm sure, because of the price point, but that one is crying out to me.  

As Scott indicates, a Jedi and a Bounty Hunter in each series is a nearly foolproof formula.  Throw in one of the many "troopers" and you have guaranteed sales for the forseeable future.  

Conceivably they could add in Clone Wars unleashed figures as well.  Direct competition for the Maquettes?  Hmmm...
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on May 16, 2004, 01:24 AM
GH has pictures of the re-release of Unleashed Leia and Obi-Wan courtesy of Brian's Toys .   8)

Unleashed Leia & Obi-Wan (http://www.galactichunter.com/absolutenm/templates/full_article_template_1.asp?articleid=2784&zoneid=2)

Leia looks awesome in the new packaging.  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on May 16, 2004, 01:31 AM
Zoiks :o  That may be the most careful card I ever open.

Dang, guess I have to sell mine on ebay.  Fast.  

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on May 17, 2004, 03:25 PM
You know, I was just looking over the pics at StarWars.com of the Tusken/Aayla/Bossk wave, and I really like these.  It seems to me the Unleashed line has actually been handled pretty well overall.  Although I preordered the Han/Yoda/Boba as well as the Chewie and Luke from the past couple waves, I have seen all of them at TRU as well.  In fact, this weekend, while at a TRU they had the Luke, Chewie, as well as two of the red Clonetroopers.  They didn't have any "regular" white ones, but two of the red ones.  I don't collect prequel Unleashed, but it was tempting to pick one up.  If we weren't saving money for our upcoming moving expenses, I might have.  I'm really looking forward to the upcoming Tusken for some reason, I think that figure just looks spiffy.  Plus, overall, I think the character selection has been pretty good (although the Stormtrooper could have came a little sooner).  Plus, it is nice to see that they are re-releasing figures like the Leia, I missed that one the first time around...that is if the wife allows me to pick that one up.  Still need to go back and get a Vader too, the collection doesn't look right without one :).
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on May 17, 2004, 09:34 PM
 Still need to go back and get a Vader too, the collection doesn't look right without one :).

I also need to pick up Vader.  I have the one with the helmet on with the bridge/steps but I need the helmet off one with the rock(at least I think it's a rock).  I am also glad though, about the re-release of Leia as she was packed in with rock Vader and were either underproduced or sold extremely well.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on May 17, 2004, 10:14 PM
 Still need to go back and get a Vader too, the collection doesn't look right without one :).

I also need to pick up Vader.  I have the one with the helmet on with the bridge/steps but I need the helmet off one with the rock(at least I think it's a rock).  I am also glad though, about the re-release of Leia as she was packed in with rock Vader and were either underproduced or sold extremely well.

The Vader is actually posed in what looks like the base of his meditation chamber.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on May 17, 2004, 10:32 PM
Yes, I think that's right Nick, with the prongs pointing up to meet the top of the chamber that lowers down.  

I honestly saw no point in getting both Vaders, the Bespin pose made sense, the RH pose did not.  I know, creative license, but still.  

Beth, I think at one point this line was headed for the dumper.  It certainly did not start out popular and I recall stories of the Fett's and Maul being clearanced.  I picked up my Padme, Anakin and Vader for $5 each at Walmart on clearance :o  I knew Vader would increase in value, but a couple of guys on snowtroopers needed  them so I sold them for cost.  The right thing to do, but damn ;)  Mace and Dooku/Tyrranus didn't sell great either, as I recall.  All that leads to the point that the second Vader and Leia were indeed underproduced owing to the then relative unpopularity of the line.  

I too initially passed on these.  I didn't buy the first set in TRU at $25 Cdn when I saw them because bluntly, they looked like crap in the package.  Then they went on sale in Ontario Walmarts at $5 each as well.  One of the snowtroopers out there graciously snagged me the pair (Maul/Jango) and shipped them out.  $5 after all, can't go wrong with that.  Opened them up and found out they were cool.  Then lucked into the next trio at $5 each.  All told, I picked up the first five for just a shade under $30 Cdn with the taxes.   ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: FX-7 on May 18, 2004, 01:15 PM
Theese new unleashed are so awesome I can hardly withstand my happiness.  Getting them has been pretty easy with online soteres like Kebco carrying them and not having a big presence at retail.  Really loving that Bossk and Aayla but the winner is the Tusken.  Hopefully he can hold his club with 2 hands
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: SilverZ on May 20, 2004, 04:19 AM
This has probably been mentioned a few pages back, but, well, I'm lazy...

I've been trying to get a red Clone variant to keep on the card, and so far I've seen 3 at two locations, both Suncoasts. All the cards have been pretty banged up. The one I have is eh- ok.  Has this been a problem with Unleashed for carded collectors in the past? I'm really annoyed trying to find a decent one to keep carded.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on May 21, 2004, 09:59 AM
Most Unleashed cards take a little bit of a beating out on the pegs.  I think the only way you'll get a really good carded sample is to pull it out of the case yourself.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: SilverZ on May 21, 2004, 02:15 PM
That's what I was sort of figuring. I may just call the one I have good enough and be happy. Thanks much.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on May 25, 2004, 09:53 PM
Just read over at GH that the Unleashed Leia & Obi-Wan have showed up in Wally, Coventry, RI.

New Unleashed Found (http://www.galactichunter.com/absolutenm/templates/full_article_template_1.asp?articleid=2835&zoneid=2)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on May 27, 2004, 08:16 PM
I just found her at  our local Walmart as well.   There were three Leia's and three Obi-wan's.
I sent in a picture to Scott since I don't have a web page anymore.  It's fantastic packaging and I am really tempted to leave her in there.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on May 28, 2004, 09:40 AM
Hmmm...didn't receive a picture :-[

Did you send it to: spearson@jedidefender.com  ?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on May 28, 2004, 10:06 AM
Yes, that's the address I used last night but I'll resend it again.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on June 25, 2004, 09:43 AM
Sounds like Mace, Vader and Dooku will be rereleased...at least according to BBTS
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on June 25, 2004, 10:14 AM
I hope that is true, because I missed out on the Vader the first time and would really like to pick one up.  It would make sense with the big Vader marketing push of Episode III (as well as the OT DVDs).  Hopefully they do re-release it, and it won't be impossible to find.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Padawan on June 27, 2004, 03:02 PM
Most Unleashed cards take a little bit of a beating out on the pegs.  I think the only way you'll get a really good carded sample is to pull it out of the case yourself.

With most figures I would agree with this, but I have opened a lot of cases of Unleashed and 90% of them are less than C-8 fresh out of a case.  A lot of it has to do with the fact that they are so heavy and they are put on the side of their card's in the case.  Very dumb IMO.  However, most of the bubble's are always mint and scratch free out of the case.  
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: FX-7 on June 28, 2004, 10:59 AM
I wish the releases of these were sped up a tad or there were more of them made at a time.  I needs me a Emperor Royal Guard and pronot!!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on June 28, 2004, 11:13 AM
I think a Royal Guard could be a strong possibility for the EPISODE III Unleashed line.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: FX-7 on June 28, 2004, 11:16 AM
That would be great.  There is a ton of Unleashed I want but he's right up there at the top.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: wai on June 29, 2004, 06:35 AM
Finally we have packing of Tusken Raider, Aayla Secura & Boosk (http://tw.f2.page.bid.yahoo.com/tw/auction/b14914518?aucview=search) :D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on June 29, 2004, 08:26 AM
Finally we have packing of Tusken Raider, Aayla Secura & Boosk (http://tw.f2.page.bid.yahoo.com/tw/auction/b14914518?aucview=search) :D

WOW!!!  Bossk looks so awesome in that packaging!!  Actually, they all look sweet.  I can't wait for these ones to hit the stores!
Also thrilled that the Vader that I am missing might be reissued.  This line is really starting to shape up and as for the above mentioned Royal Guard...great idea!!  Never thought of that one as a possibility but now that it has been mentioned, I'll take that with a Qui-Gon and Lando please :)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on June 29, 2004, 09:10 AM
I agree Beth, Bossk looks awesome, the better of the 3 IMO. I'll get them all.  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on June 29, 2004, 09:58 AM
I'm on the fence right now on this line.  I like them enough but I can only have so much crap and these hold little to no nostalgia for me
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on July 11, 2004, 12:00 AM
More new pics

(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/6-04/aaylaun.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on July 11, 2004, 12:01 AM
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/6-04/bosskun.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on July 11, 2004, 12:01 AM
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/6-04/tuskenun.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on July 11, 2004, 12:25 AM
We wants it, we needs it. Must have the Precious.". ...   8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on July 11, 2004, 01:56 AM
These Unleashed figs just keep getting better and better.  Initially I ignored this line when it started, but now that I have Boba Fett, Yoda, Chewie and Clone Trooper (not red), I'm hooked.  I will have these!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on July 12, 2004, 08:22 AM
I've been picking up the OT releases of this line, and I think I'm hooked as well.  The only problem for me with this line is the space that they take up, but they do look really amazing.  I'm down for a Bossk and Tusken for sure, if I see them around here.  Can't wait to see the next wave (Stormtrooper anyone?) :)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on July 12, 2004, 11:31 PM
Nice pics!  Are people getting these domestically?

As for the Stormtrooper/IG-88/Aurra Sing wave, I think we may see those at Comic Con.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on July 23, 2004, 04:50 PM
GH has a picture from a slide show on the new Unleashed  IG-88.

 Unleashed IG-88 (http://www.galactichunter.com/absolutenm/templates/full_article_template_1.asp?articleid=3124&zoneid=2)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on July 23, 2004, 05:06 PM
IG-88 is incredible.  Each time I think I've seen the best they can do, they one-up it (and here I thought this line would tank by wave 5).

Dammit...now I have to find a whole new place to put all these figures. :P
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: habs98 on July 23, 2004, 10:33 PM
I've been waiting awhile for this guy and he's coming.  Here are some other pictures from SirStevesGuide.com

IG-88 (http://photos.sirstevesguide.com/showgallery.php?cat=1878&page=1&sort=1&perpage=15&=)



Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on July 26, 2004, 12:08 PM
IG-88 does look pretty nice, and its always good to see another Bounty Hunter added to the mix.  I hope we see Zuckuss, 4-LOM, and Dengar down the road at some point, to finish out the set.  I'm really glad to hear that the helmeted Darth Vader is getting repacked.  The card art is amazing, and this is one I missed out on the first time.  I was always going to pick one up on ebay or somewhere, but I'm glad I waited now.  Definitely a good one to have on the pegs too, with the DVD release and Episode III hype.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Angry Ewok on July 26, 2004, 01:02 PM
I want a Wampa...   :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on August 2, 2004, 11:42 PM
Stormie...small pic but its a start

(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/7-04/stormunleashed.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on August 3, 2004, 02:41 AM
Ya' know, I've NEVER collected just "what I like" from any given Star Wars line.  Just can't do it.  It goes 100% against my OCD, and there's just no way whatsoever that I can try and fight it.

That said, I'm really considering buying some more OT Unleashed figures (I have the Leia) just 'cause they look so cool.  There's a few that I deplore (like Jedi Luke), but I'm honestly thinking about picking up some of the upcoming ones, like Bossk, Tusken, IG, Stormie, and even PT Aayla...  I just don't know if I can really do it.  Make me nervous to go out on a limb like that, with an INCOMPLETE collection of something.  I dunno...  Whaddaya guys think?  Can I do it?  Or will I freak out and have a nervous breakdown?  Nevermind, probably best for you guys not to chime in with your usual pleasantries...   :P

Never thought I'd say it, but the Unleashed line is really starting to look quite nice.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on August 3, 2004, 10:45 AM
From what we can see, that Unleashed Stormtrooper looks pretty sweet.  Definitely looking forward to that one.  This is a line I really enjoy.  Although they do take up a fair amount of space, I have only been buying the OT ones, so that helps some.  I don't really have the funds to pursue higher end statues, busts, etc., so this is a nice alternative to me.  And, I really think that overall Hasbro does a very nice job on these.  The sculpts are pretty amazing (facial sculpts for the most part seem to look almost exactly like the character), and are maybe an example of what Hasbro could do if they had a 6" scale line.  Anyways, I'd recommend the line to you definitely Matt.  They are nice display pieces, and not as expensive as other statue lines.  Although....you can't underestimate the OCD....it could take a hold of you ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Angry Ewok on August 3, 2004, 11:03 AM
I must purchase the Unleashed Stormtrooper. That's all there is to say.  :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on August 3, 2004, 12:51 PM
I'm looking forward to the Stormtrooper. Heck, I'm looking forward to all the Unleashed line!  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on August 4, 2004, 10:51 PM
Well, what is this? (http://thejawa.com/nuke/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=555)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on August 4, 2004, 11:07 PM
Sweetness...thanks for posting those Nick!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on August 4, 2004, 11:09 PM
NP!  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Force Guy on August 4, 2004, 11:09 PM
Well, what is this? (http://thejawa.com/nuke/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=555)

Oh my....

The Unleashed Stormtrooper looks great.  I hope the blaster effects are removable.  I can't wait to add the Unleashed Stormtrooper to my collection, along with Unleashed IG-88 and Unleashed Bossk.  
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on August 4, 2004, 11:14 PM
I like the blast door frame behind him, and the blaster shots going by just add the icing to this cake!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jokabofe on August 5, 2004, 12:14 AM
i wonder if the fact that his other hand is just sitting in the middle of nowhere instead of holding onto his gun was just from the photo, or if that's the way the figure actually is. but he looks great, besides that minor point (nothing a hair dryer and some super glue won't fix  ;D )

thanks for the pics nick  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on August 5, 2004, 12:50 AM
Wow, that Stormtrooper looks great. Thanks for pictures Nick!  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on August 5, 2004, 07:33 AM
(http://www.dvdtalk.com/forum/images/smilies/drool.gif)


Edit:
Can we get that smiley as a permanent addition?  It works on so many levels.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on August 5, 2004, 08:29 AM
Thanks for posting that Nick.  Man, that Stormtrooper looks pretty cool.  I'm really digging this line right now, and this looks like one of the best ones yet.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Angry Ewok on August 5, 2004, 03:21 PM
Am I the only one who thinks the helmet looks wrong? The jaw-piece seems to large or something. :-\ Okay, I'll stop complaining.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on August 5, 2004, 07:34 PM
Ya' know, I've NEVER collected just "what I like" from any given Star Wars line.  Just can't do it.  It goes 100% against my OCD, and there's just no way whatsoever that I can try and fight it.

That said, I'm really considering buying some more OT Unleashed figures (I have the Leia) just 'cause they look so cool.  There's a few that I deplore (like Jedi Luke), but I'm honestly thinking about picking up some of the upcoming ones, like Bossk, Tusken, IG, Stormie, and even PT Aayla...  I just don't know if I can really do it.  Make me nervous to go out on a limb like that, with an INCOMPLETE collection of something.  I dunno...  Whaddaya guys think?  Can I do it?

Yeah, see now, thanks for the support!   ::)  I'm already totally slipping here, and completely screwing everything up.  Dammit!   >:(  I bought the horrid looking Chewie the other day (so there goes my "only if they look cool" idea), then I bought the Red Clonetrooper (so there goes my "only the OT" idea), and finally, today I bought the Snowspeeder Luke (which I've liked all along).  Great.  Just great.  See what happens when Target finally starts carrying this stuff?   :-\

I'm trying to convince myself to return the Chewie and Clone.  Difficult battle with the OCD this will be...   :'(
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: BigDumbWookiee on August 5, 2004, 07:59 PM
Matt, check your PMs ;)

So are you collecting two each of the Unleashed?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on August 6, 2004, 02:10 PM
No PMs there from you Adam...   ???

Funny, but the moment that I saw last night on the main forum page, that the most recent post in the Other Collectibles forum was by you, Adam, in this Unleashed thread, and knowing what I mentioned in my prior post here, I knew exactly what was coming...   :P

So go ahead and lay your offer on me, bud!   ;)  Not promising anything, but we can discuss it...

So are you collecting two each of the Unleashed?

HELL NO!!!  Seriously.  Nuh-uh.  I swear to God.  Not gonna happen.  For real.  Never.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on August 6, 2004, 02:20 PM
Well, guess I was wrong about that, eh Adam?!   :P  Not unloading the Unleashed collection after all, I guess (assuming you even had one).  Thanks for the offer to help.  I'll let you know what I may need in the future, but I think I'm (hopefully) cool for now...

BTW, just going with openers on these.  No carded set!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on August 6, 2004, 02:34 PM
Openers is a good way to go with these I think, they just look so much better out in the open.  I really enjoy this line, but have limited it to OT since they take up a bit of space.  Plus, since they have changed the cardbacks, the artwork is pretty amazing as well.  I've been carefully keeping all the backs, with hopes of displaying all of them with the art behind them.  The one catch...I picked up the Jedi Luke on the old backs...so I'd be one short :(.  We'll see, maybe I'll have to nix that idea, or maybe it wouldn't look that great anyways.  At least that is what I'll tell myself ;).  Overall, neat line to collect I think, different interpretations of our favorite characters...I hope it continues for awhile.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on August 6, 2004, 11:13 PM
Openers is a good way to go with these I think, they just look so much better out in the open.  

I think this is the key point as to why the line sold so poorly early on.  They display horribly in the package, at least the early ones.  The newer artwork makes them more appealing, but I still think you lose so much with this line in particular.  

Space is becoming an issue with these, no doubt about it.  I wouldn't mind going OT only but some of the PT pieces are among the nicest of the bunch.  In fact, for me in many ways the PT stuff is nicer than the OT stuff.   :o
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on August 9, 2004, 09:36 AM
Just as Matt jumps in I'm thinking of jumping out...haven't decided yet, space and cost and a lack of enthusiasm for the next two waves don't have me all too pumped up anymore

Still haging on though
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on August 9, 2004, 12:44 PM
No fan of PT stuff?  No longer want bounty hunters?  Blast effects on stormtrooper look stupid?  Please, tell me why.  

Space is a huge issue.  ONly problem for me is that I couldn't decide what to get rid of if I did.  I like the PT stuff, almost more than the OT stuff.  Bigger fan of OT, but many of the sculpts are better, IMO, for PT.  Also a big of size consistency lacking in OT , where PT (aside from some huge ass clonetroopers) seems to be much more consistent.  In OT, Chewie, Han, Vader and Luke snowtrooper are pretty consistent and relative in size.  Jedi Luke is bigger than Vader (???), Palpatine is as tall as Vader and Fett is a monster.  

Not sure where to go from here.  With the potential for all the bounty hunters to come out, I may or may not pick up Bossk, but that would entail getting IG-88 and the remaining BH when they come out.  Aayla is interesting, but....  Tusken is cool and OT to boot, but do I really need it?  Stormtrooper is a no brainer.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on August 11, 2004, 07:51 AM
Courtesy of Galactic Hunter, Aurra Sing Unleashed (http://www.galactichunter.com/photo.asp?image=absolutenm/articlefiles/3212-tomarts125.jpg)

This line keeps getting better and better.  
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on August 11, 2004, 08:23 AM
Wow, she sure looks sweet!  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on August 11, 2004, 09:31 AM
Yeah, that Aurra Sing does look pretty cool.  I've been going OT-only with these, but I can kind of see what Brent (I believe) was saying the other day...many of the prequel ones look to be the best of the line.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on August 11, 2004, 10:41 PM
Check out some more of Aurra Sing here (http://www.thejawa.com/nuke/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=571)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on August 16, 2004, 04:53 PM
I forgot to mention that I saw the Aayla and Tusken Raider last week (no Bossk), in a local collecting shop, which just so happens to be immediately next door to a Toys R Us...  Now usually the owners of this collecting shop raid the TRU for their newest SW stuff, so it's possible that's where they got those Unleashed figures.  Haven't heard any reports of them showing up at retail yet though, so maybe that's not the case this time.  Dunno.

They looked pretty damned sweet though.  Sign me up!  Still working on that "collect what I like concept", but I'm sure eventually I'll just screw it all up and get the rest of the OT ones.  The challenge is whether I can only pick up a few of the cool PT ones (Aayla, Aurra).  I think I'll be able to...

One question is:  Do you Unleashed collectors consider the Darth Sidious figure to be PT, or OT?  I know it's name is PT, but the figure itself, with the lightning and all, is definitely OT...  What say you?  I say OT, with a goof on the name (or just jumping the gun on the name, if you will...)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on August 16, 2004, 05:44 PM
One question is:  Do you Unleashed collectors consider the Darth Sidious figure to be PT, or OT?  I know it's name is PT, but the figure itself, with the lightning and all, is definitely OT...  What say you?  I say OT, with a goof on the name (or just jumping the gun on the name, if you will...)

Since I open mine and toss the packaging, he's OT all the way.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on August 18, 2004, 11:57 PM
OMGCNFO.com (http://www.ohmygodcheapnewfiguresonline.com/cgi-bin/cart/shop.cgi?cmd=076930847862) has Bossk, Aayla and Tusken for $48 shipped which is a pretty good deal
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on August 19, 2004, 07:52 AM
Thanks Scott.  Just ordered.  Great deal and saves me the trouble of tracking them down in the store.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on August 19, 2004, 03:40 PM
Don't forget to eventually LMK if you're still gonna need that Red Clonetrooper, or not, Mikey!   ;)

Took another gander at the Aayla and Tusken yesterday.  Very cool looking.  Anxiously awaiting this wave!   8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on August 19, 2004, 04:15 PM
Don't forget to eventually LMK if you're still gonna need that Red Clonetrooper, or not, Mikey!   ;)

Took another gander at the Aayla and Tusken yesterday.  Very cool looking.  Anxiously awaiting this wave!   8)

Still haven't seen him yet, but the Targets around are slow to reset and stock new stuff.  Will definitely let you know if I need him.  Thanks.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on August 19, 2004, 04:41 PM
Anyone here order the new Unleashed assortment (Bossk, Aayla & Tusken) from Newforce?  Just trying to judge when my case might show up.  Thanks!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on August 23, 2004, 08:17 AM
Got my order from OMGCFO.com on Friday, two days after I ordered them.  Great service.  Definitely ordering from them again.

Bossk and Tusken Raider are awesome.  The TR comes with an alternate arm holding a rifle, something I didn't know about.  Aayla looks a little weird in the face.  My least favorite of the bunch.

Bring on the Stormtrooper, IG-88 and Aurra.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on August 23, 2004, 09:06 AM
I got mine too!  I just took a gander at Bossk and he looks amazing, thinking I may ditch my prequel figs and just do OT on Unleashed, although Dooku is still one of my favorites
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on August 23, 2004, 01:04 PM
crap...I read this thread way too late and now the figures are out of stock.  Now I am at the mercy of Target and Walmart (again :P).

So Mikey or Scott, any pictures?  I am curious to know what's up with Aayla's face. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on August 23, 2004, 02:19 PM
No pics sorry :-[  Maybe later this week ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on August 23, 2004, 02:22 PM
crap...I read this thread way too late and now the figures are out of stock.  Now I am at the mercy of Target and Walmart (again :P).

So Mikey or Scott, any pictures?  I am curious to know what's up with Aayla's face. 

No pics, (maybe Scott can help?) but I'll try to describe it.  She isn't entirely blue, she has pink highlights throughout.  It doesn't look bad on her body, but the on the face it looks a little weird.  Plus the sculpting on the face looks a little off.  Don't get me wrong, I like the figure, it's just the least fav out of the bunch.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on August 23, 2004, 03:00 PM
I just think her and Aurra are stupid choices for this line, if not for their "assets" we wouldn't be seeing a sniff of them.  I'd much rather have the ESB Bounty Hunters
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on August 24, 2004, 01:16 AM
I found Bossk, Aayla, and the Tusken Raider Unleashed figures at a couple Target stores tonight!  I agree with the comments on Aayla's face, unfortunately.  It's got pink splotches on it, and doesn't really look all that hot.   :-\  The rest of her still looks great though.  Might be a case where if you look at enough of them in the stores, you can find one where her face doesn't have as much pink on it, so it doesn't look so bad.  I remember doing that with the Saga "liver spotted" Palpy figure, and wound up finding a real nice one, with little spotting at all.  Hopefully the same will hold true for Aayla here.

The Bossk and Tusken look badass though!  I'm starting to realize I've got some catching up to do with these now...  Vader(s), Boba Fett, Han, Emperor...  Ugh.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: SilverZ on August 24, 2004, 01:30 AM
I found Bossk, Aayla, and the Tusken Raider Unleashed figures at a couple Target stores tonight! 

And suddenly Tuesday's agenda comes into focus. How were quantities?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jesse James on August 24, 2004, 02:07 AM
Just goes to show that I don't keep up with Unleashed...  You posted on those on the front page matt and a week ago + those arrived out here.  One of those odd times something shows here first I guess.

I need to pay more attention to what's not out I guess.  :(

I want a Bossk though.  He's nifty.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on August 24, 2004, 03:37 AM
And suddenly Tuesday's agenda comes into focus. How were quantities?

Not much.  2 Aaylas and 2 Tuskens at one Target (nabbed 'em both), and one lone Bossk at the next Target.  Strange...

Sounds like they've been hitting Walmarts on the East Coast too.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on August 24, 2004, 01:04 PM
I just think her and Aurra are stupid choices for this line, if not for their "assets" we wouldn't be seeing a sniff of them.  I'd much rather have the ESB Bounty Hunters
Fanboy fodder.  Still haven't opened up Leia.  Leia, at least, was a major character. 

Not much doubt I'll pick these up, but were I to skip some, these would be they...
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on September 2, 2004, 09:17 AM
Happened to find the latest Unleashed wave at Target yesterday, and picked up the Tusken and Bossk.  They had 1 Aayla too, but I'm really doing my best to stick to OT on these, to save on $ and space.  Some of the prequel ones are pretty spiffy though.  I noticed, at least with the ones I found, that the cards seem to be fairly beat up.  Not that I leave them carded, but I am hoping to use the cardbacks in a display later on, so I was looking for ones in somewhat decent shape.  Oh well, not too bad.  Speaking of cardbacks, anyone have an extra repackaged Jedi Luke cardback (the one with the spiffy art they have now) that they don't want?  I had hoped to use these new cardbacks behind the figures or something when I get a proper display going, but I bought the Jedi Luke originally, and is the only one I have with the old style cardback.  I might just have to break down and buy another one if it comes to that, I think our TRU still have several.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Angry Ewok on September 5, 2004, 06:50 PM
I picked up an Unleashed Tusken today. Man this guy is just beautiful.  :-* Now where's my Unleashed Ewok?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on September 5, 2004, 09:10 PM
I picked up an Unleashed Tusken today. Man this guy is just beautiful.  :-* Now where's my Unleashed Ewok?


 ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on September 8, 2004, 10:51 AM
The details on IG-88 and crew

http://www.hasbro.com/starwars/pl/page.news/id.1096/dn/default.cfm
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on September 8, 2004, 11:05 AM
Some bigger pics at the Official Site (http://starwars.com/collecting/news/2004/09/news20040908.html).  Looking forward to the Stormie:

(http://starwars.com/collecting/news/2004/09/img/20040908_3_bg.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Angry Ewok on September 8, 2004, 11:33 AM
Stormy looks pretty nice (still don't know about the jaw piece), but for lack of space I'll probably hold off on this one.

What I want to see:

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on September 8, 2004, 03:54 PM
I'll pick up the stormie and IG-88 but Aurra does nothing for me so I will be passing on that one.  I want my Qui-Gon and will take a Zam also please....
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on September 8, 2004, 04:20 PM
Me likey.  Love the stormtrooper and IG-88.  Can't get enough of Unleashed.  One of my favorite, if not the favorite, sub-set.

I'd like to see:
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on September 8, 2004, 05:42 PM
Next wave?  I'd like to see...

-Qui-Gon Jinn
-Zuckuss
-Scout Trooper on speeder bike
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on September 8, 2004, 09:56 PM
Next wave?  I'd like to see...

-Qui-Gon Jinn
-Zuckuss
-Scout Trooper on speeder bike

I like this assortment quite a bit.  Another bounty hunter, prequel Jedi and a baddie.  Excellent. 

Unleashed Ewok?  Whatchou want after that Brad, an Unleashed Jar Jar? :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on September 8, 2004, 10:07 PM
Like that one?  How about this one:

-Zam Wessel (mid-morphing)
-Obi-Wan Kenobi (EPISODE I)
-Asajj Ventress
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on September 8, 2004, 10:13 PM
Like that one?  How about this one:

-Zam Wessel (mid-morphing)
-Obi-Wan Kenobi (EPISODE I)
-Asajj Ventress
Nope, don't like that one :-\

How about...

-Lando Bespin
-Han Bespin
-Royal Guard
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on September 8, 2004, 10:16 PM
Like that one?  How about this one:

-Zam Wessel (mid-morphing)
-Obi-Wan Kenobi (EPISODE I)
-Asajj Ventress

Asajj is cool, Zam doesn't get it done for me and if they're going to start on clone wars, I'd rather see Obi in armor.  Still need a non-pornographic Leia, Mynock Hunt would be good, or detention cell. 

Too soon for another Han.  Lando is due, especially considering Hasbro considers him to be one of 12 key characters.  Royal Guard could be very interesting. 

How about this:
Jawa
Snowtrooper
ICMG (blatant kiss up)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on September 8, 2004, 10:18 PM
A Jawa blasting R2 would probably be the best way to do that.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on September 8, 2004, 10:20 PM
-Lando Bespin
-Han Bespin
-Royal Guard

I think the Royal Guard is likely to have some expanded role in EPISODE III.  I think one of them may be part of the ROTS line.  That's why I've been laying off putting the Royal Guard on any wishlists.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on September 8, 2004, 10:24 PM
I really want to see Luke Bespin too to go with the Vader on the Gantry showing his utter disgust at the news that dear old dad is still alive

I'm with Brent, Zam does nothing for me...neither does Asaaj really...not too into the Prequel women I guess

Here was my wishlist from back in March

ANH Luke (After Obi-Wan bites it)
ANH Leia (Detention Cell Baby)
Hoth Han (Brown Coat)
Bespin Han (Toture Rack)
Bespin Luke (After he loses his arm, this should have been Luke #1)
Lando (Escape from Bespin)
IG-88
4-LOM
Zuckuss
Dengar (Got to have all of the Bounty Hunters)
Wampa (make it an exclusive)
Stormtrooper (obvious)
Snow Trooper (love that outfit)
Scout Trooper (this one too)
Royal Guard (this one double too)
Jabba (again Exclusive)
Amanaman (That latest Comic is awesome)
Lobot (so Lobot's Duplex gets another member)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on September 8, 2004, 10:58 PM
A Jawa blasting R2 would probably be the best way to do that.

And a heck of a way to get an R2 in the Unleashed line. 

Lobot ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on September 8, 2004, 11:26 PM
Well, here's a shot at trying to get across the ideas I have for Unleashed

The Phantom Menace

Destroyer Droid
(http://www.starwars.com/episode-i/snapshot/1999/10/img/droideka_bg.jpg)

Obi-Wan Kenobi
(http://kforce.homestead.com/files/obi33fp.jpg)

Qui-Gon Jinn as seen here
(http://starbulletin.com/1999/05/18/features/arta.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on September 8, 2004, 11:56 PM
Unfortunately that Obi looks a lot like the Epic Force Obi.  I'm happy with the current version and if we're going to another version of Obi, I want ANH version.  Death Star Battle with Vader, commtech Obi. 

Qui-Gon is a great choice, IMO.  My quasi-normal hatred for prequel stuff doesn't seem to carry over to the Unleashed.  Many of these are better than the OT I think.  Qui-Gon is certainly deserving, frankly moreso than Aayla was, but I understand why one was made and not the other (yet). 

Destroyer Droid or Battle Droid could be ok, I suppose, but not high on my priority list at all.  I know we're dealing in artistic license here, but I'm unclear on how a machine with a program becomes Unleashed so to speak.  I know, dynamic pose is fine but droids, of pretty much any sort don't really fit.  If that seems a contradiction due to IG-88 (a sentient droid, yes?) know that I'm not all that keen on the bounty hunters anyway.  Boba's great and they are doing fantastic poses, but I just don't have the undying need to see bounty hunters in any and all formats.  Blasphemous?  Yeah, I guess and hypocritical too, since I'll likely end up owning all of them in Unleashed form at some point. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on September 9, 2004, 01:34 AM
Man, that Stormtrooper looks awesome.  I really like that they've toned down the artistic license just a tad, from the earlier Jedi Luke and Maul nonsense that initially turned me off to this line.

As for my wishlist, I'd definitely have the Royal Guard #1.  They could do a kickass action pose with him, busting some fool with his force pike.

I love the Jawa blasting R2 idea, if they'd dare do a 2-pack.

And speaking of 2-packs, I'd still dig seeing them do MisterPL's interpretation of the Scouttrooper getting his ass whipped by an Ewok or two...   :P

I agree that Lando's due for some love too.  Not sure what they could really do with him though...

And the other 3 Bounty Hunters are just an absolute no-brainer.  Definitely.

Still have a bit of catching up to do with this line, so if anyone's got an extra Arena Padme, Boba Fett, Han or Vader(s), give me a shout!  Openers or thrashed cards happily accepted...
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on September 9, 2004, 09:08 AM
This is probably my favorite "sub-line" as well, and it seems like they should have plenty of material to work with to keep it going for awhile (I hope so, anyways).  I really like everyone's ideas here too.  I've been sticking to just the OT ones, since those are my favorite movies/characters (and because of space), but I will admit...like Brent mentioned....some of the prequel ones that have been done are really amazing.  I get tempted from time to time to pick up those as well.  Anyways, here are some I'd like to see:

*Bespin Han Solo - was my favorite "look" of his growing up, and the next Han I'd like to see done.  Hoth, Endor, or Stormtrooper are all great ideas too.
*Bespin Luke Skywalker - The next Luke I'd like to see, personally.
*Lando Calrissian - Bespin is good, but Skiff Guard might look pretty cool in this line.
*Princess Leia Organa - A New Hope version would be good.
*Scout Trooper - Just a great design, maybe they could somehow fit a speeder bike (or portion of it) into the display/package.
*Snowtrooper - More Imperial Troops
*The Droids - I'd like to see 3PO and R2 make it into the line somehow, not quite sure how to "unleash" them though.  The Jawa/R2 idea is a good one though.
*The Bounty Hunters - I'd like to see the rest (Zuckuss, 4-LOM, and Dengar), and we'll probably see them eventually.
*Royal Guard - Just a great design, and they could probably make it pretty spiffy.
*Obi-Wan Kenobi - Old Ben, ANH style.  Not a "must have" right now, but a main OT character I'd like to see down the line.  The AOTC version that is out now has been very tempting to me, looks like a pretty cool one.
*Larger-sized Unleashed - I really like the idea of a Wampa Unleashed, which would be quite cool....Jabba is another good idea.  Maybe as an exclusive it could work somehow.

There are other cool ideas for this line, and it (hopefully) has the material/potential to continue for quite some time.  I'd like to see all the primary "outfits" of the main characters touched on throughout the line, but they don't all have to be at once.  Hoth Luke and Han, Endor Han, Luke, and Leia, etc. could all fit in at some point.  I don't collect the prequel ones (yet), but I wouldn't mind seeing some more Jedi if they do go that route.  Plo Koon and Kit Fisto would be cool looking I think.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Angry Ewok on September 9, 2004, 05:35 PM
Unleashed Ewok?  Whatchou want after that Brad, an Unleashed Jar Jar? :-*

>:(

I don't know what I'm going to do, but I'll do it when I do know what it is.

And you won't like it.

 >:(
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on September 9, 2004, 10:46 PM
Here's how C-3PO should be done:

(http://www.starwars.com/episode-iv/classic/2001/08/img/swkey_d3_100_bg.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on September 9, 2004, 10:48 PM
Unfortunately that Obi looks a lot like the Epic Force Obi. 

The Epic Force Obi-Wan didn't have his robes on, did he?
Title: ROTS Unleashed
Post by: Famine on November 9, 2004, 04:04 PM
Any news on ROTS Themed Unleashed? What I wouldn't give for an Unleashed Darth Vader (Anakin, minus suit) with an interconnectijng Obi-Wan on Mustafar, dueling. *drool*

Kevin
Title: Re: ROTS Unleashed
Post by: jadesfire on November 9, 2004, 04:40 PM
I haven't heard anything yet but I'm thinking "Grievous" will be one for sure.  I am right there with you on the Anakin one - sounds awesome if they made it that way.

Title: Re: ROTS Unleashed
Post by: CHEWIE on November 9, 2004, 07:11 PM
A near dead Anakin would be cool -

I'm sure we'll see a Grievous -

Maybe a Tarful?  Or Palpatine w/ lightsaber?

 :P
Title: Re: ROTS Unleashed
Post by: MetalJedi on November 10, 2004, 05:10 AM
An Anakin coming out of the Lava would be a must buy.
Title: Re: ROTS Unleashed
Post by: Famine on November 10, 2004, 12:58 PM
Wow, I'm glad to see my ramblings inspired some convorsation.  :D

I got to thinking about possible, ya know, Unleashed items. Unleashed Royal Guard? Unleashed Young Boba Fett? Will he have any action in this flick?


Kevin
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on January 4, 2005, 01:58 PM
Wow, September 9th, I guess the ole Unleashed thread has been dead for awhile.  Speaking of which, when is the Stormtrooper/IG-88/Aurra wave supposed to hit, any day now I would think.  Anyways, I was just browsing here this afternoon and noticed that TowerRecords.com has the Tusken and Bossk Unleashed figures on sale for $9.99.  I know they aren't exactly tough to find, but the price is decent, depending on shipping.  I don't know what shipping would be, but if you were ordering there for something else it might be a little bit of a deal for anyone still wanting to pick these figures up.  If interested, they should be found on this page. (http://www.towerrecords.com/Toys/Default.aspx?a_uid=USP820_i03-050104-10%3a51%3a04-9287&a_qid=USP820_i03-050104-10%3a51%3a04-9288&type=Action+Figures&from_index=121&to_index=130)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on January 4, 2005, 02:55 PM
Wow, it has been quite a while Brian!  Guess Unleashed has been a little boring of late, with nothing new except a few re-packs.

But yeah, anxious to see the Stormtrooper, Aurra, and IG-88 arrive!  Those will definitely breath some life back into things.  All look to be very nice...  They'll probably be the last of the OT Unleashed, I'd guess, with ROTS right around the corner, which will probably account for at least a couple waves unto itself.

Our Tower Records across the street has those same Unleashed figures you just mentioned, but I don't think they're on sale though.  I'll have to swing by and scope it out - not that I need them though...
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on January 7, 2005, 09:02 AM
SPOILERS I guess, since this is discussing a possible ROTS figure, although this really doesn't include anything I would consider spoilertastic....but it is ROTS, so take that for what you will.
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Some pics (http://www.galactichunter.com/absolutenm/templates/full_article_template_1.asp?articleid=3818&zoneid=2) up over at Galactic Hunter of the prototype for the ROTS Anakin Unleashed figure.  Looks kind of cool.  I'm really considering expanding into PT figures with this line, at least some of them.  I thought I read somewhere at one time that this figure would/could combine with an ROTS Obi-Wan Unleashed.  That would be a pretty cool display.  If interested, there are several pics of the prototype at the link above.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jokabofe on January 7, 2005, 09:20 AM
Oooooh, I hope they make the production figure in those colors  :P
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on January 7, 2005, 10:10 AM
I maintain that the PT Unleashed figures are some of the best out there.  Dooku and Windu are wonderful pieces.  I very much like the Anakin and Obi as well.  Aayla and the clone are probably the weakest of the bunch, IMO.  Yoda is, um, ok, I guess. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on January 7, 2005, 10:31 AM
I maintain that the PT Unleashed figures are some of the best out there. 


I like them all.  Even Mr. OT only MacDaddy has a Padme, but I think that's only for her perky nipples.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on January 7, 2005, 10:44 AM
MacDaddy = fanboy :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on January 7, 2005, 11:15 AM
I agree Brent, Dooku and Mace are both kick butt and two of my favorites. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on January 7, 2005, 02:59 PM
I like them all.  Even Mr. OT only MacDaddy has a Padme, but I think that's only for her perky nipples.

[ears perk up] Did someone say nipples?  Perhaps this should be in the Top 5 Hotties thread? [...]   ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on January 7, 2005, 03:25 PM
Even Mr. OT only MacDaddy has a Padme, but I think that's only for her perky nipples.

Hey!   >:(  Give me a little more credit than that Mikey.  She's got total camel-toe goin' on as well...  Sheesh!   ::)


Seriously though, I've got MisterPL whippin' me up a piece of artwork with the sexy ladies of Star Wars, and I thought I'd put the corresponding Unleashed ladies next to that illustration (Arena Padme, Slave Leia, Aayla & Mara).  Just need an Unleashed Mara now.  That's gonna be a little tricky...   :P

Fanboy, indeed.   :-[
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on January 18, 2005, 08:56 AM
Well, I broke my "OT only" rule with these this weekend (well, I did have the Yoda already I guess), when I picked up the Mace Windu figure.  I have heard that many people were happy with it, and I had some Christmas gift card money to use, so I decided to pick him up.  Plus, when it rang up, it was only $11, bonus :).  I'm considering the Dooku now as well, since they had several of him there too.  I know that I'll probably end up wanting to get Anakin/Obi-Wan from ROTS, so it might be nice to have a few others from the PT.  Considering the Clone one as well now, I should have never started :P.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on January 18, 2005, 10:20 AM
Ain't that always the way? 

I think you'll be happy with them though.  I'll reiterate what I've said a bunch of times: as a group, I think the PT Unleashed are better than the OT.  The OT always has the love, but I think the poses and execution of the PT are better.  Dooku, Windu, Anakin are all fantastic.  Obi is perhaps my least favorite, but it's still good.  I think that's only because I want an OT Obi-Wan unleashed.  I still think they should make a two pack, Obi/Vader Duel. :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on January 18, 2005, 10:55 AM
I've been trying to figure out what to do with these.  I've given thoughts to selling them all as a lot...selling the PT ones...selling select ones

Size and space and wife nagging have become an issue. :-\

While I think they are neat, I should just stick with 3-3/4" and try and squeeze down the focus a little more
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jeff on January 18, 2005, 11:08 AM
I've been trying to figure out what to do with these.  I've given thoughts to selling them all as a lot...selling the PT ones...selling select ones

Size and space and wife nagging have become an issue. :-\

While I think they are neat, I should just stick with 3-3/4" and try and squeeze down the focus a little more

Yeah, right around Halloween, I gave up on these too.  I sold off the Han/Chewie/Vader/Leia/Luke unleashed that I had in order to generate a bit of cash and some space.  Just trying to clamp down a bit on focus and space before teh Episode 3 onslaught hits I guess.  :-\

Of course, I immediately blew the cash on more SW stuff (OTC Slave 1/TRU Jedi Scenes 3&4) and I immediately used the shelf space for Kubricks, so I guess I didn't really gain any ground.   ::)

Jeff

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on January 18, 2005, 11:34 AM
All mine are still carded in a storage box. Looks like there going to be that way for awhile. I like this line but there big and my place is too small, what to do.  :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jokabofe on January 18, 2005, 07:15 PM
I still think they should make a two pack, Obi/Vader Duel. :-\

Two and three packs of unleashed would be awesome. And there are so many possibilities:

Obi/Vader OT
Obi/Anakin Ep3
Luke/Vader ESB
Luke/Vader ROTJ
Obi/QuiGon/Maul Ep1
Yoda/Dooku Ep2
Mace/Jango Ep2

I'm sure there are dozens of others.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on January 20, 2005, 10:17 AM
GH has pictures of a Prototype General Grievous Unleashed (http://www.galactichunter.com/absolutenm/templates/full_article_template_1.asp?articleid=3853&zoneid=2)   8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on January 21, 2005, 08:15 PM
I'll reiterate what I've said a bunch of times: as a group, I think the PT Unleashed are better than the OT.  The OT always has the love, but I think the poses and execution of the PT are better.  Dooku, Windu, Anakin are all fantastic. 

After opening Windu and Dooku, I've got to say that the PT ones are at least as good as OT.  They are really great poses and damn good likenesses.  As a whole, this line continues to provide enjoyment for me, and it's actually hard to say one is better than the other.  My favourite is probably still Boba Fett, with the Tusken, Yoda, and Dooku and Windu falling closely behind.  I'm going to have to get the rest of them for sure: both Vaders, Maul, Anakin, Jango, Luke Jedi and Padme.   :)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on January 23, 2005, 12:35 PM
The Unleashed line was something that, when it began, I really thought would fall flat on its face and it was something that I did not want any part of.  In fact, when there was nothing but a sea of Jangos for the fall of 2002 after the launch, I figured my prediction had come true.

Now, some three years later, I have once again established myself as a total hypocrite and it's probably my second-favorite line of SW stuff, after the regular action figure line.  I picked up the Boba Fett in December 2003 (since hey, it was Boba Fett) and I fell in love with it.  Sidious was next, and after that, it was all downhill.  I haven't gone completist with the line (mainly due to money concerns and the fact that a lot of the older ones, including the Jango, are impossible to find without going to Ebay), but the six that I do have are some of my favorite interpretations of those characters.

That being said, is it just me or have the bases gotten less interesting as the line has gone on?  I mean, nothing can compare to the Boba Fett/Sarlaac base, but I was looking at Bossk in Target the other day and it's basically just a piece of floor that he may or may not even stand on with both feet.  Weird weird weird.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on January 23, 2005, 02:51 PM
That being said, is it just me or have the bases gotten less interesting as the line has gone on?  I mean, nothing can compare to the Boba Fett/Sarlaac base, but I was looking at Bossk in Target the other day and it's basically just a piece of floor that he may or may not even stand on with both feet.  Weird weird weird.

I think the base of the Unleashed Boba Fett is one of the reasons that it is the best one of the series.  The base is more than just background, it's really an integral part of the display, telling the story of when he escaped the Sarlaac.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on January 23, 2005, 11:15 PM
The Unleashed line was something that, when it began, I really thought would fall flat on its face and it was something that I did not want any part of.  In fact, when there was nothing but a sea of Jangos for the fall of 2002 after the launch, I figured my prediction had come true.


I think your prediction was pretty accurate for the time.  The line was flat.  They sold out quickly here (Maul and Jango) but we only ever saw a single shipment at TRU.  I think it was pretty clear that the first few choices were not that well received.  Ballet Maul and Jango were interesting enough characters, but both died dude.  Classic, but not classic.  I'm not sure why the line caught on, but I only got into it because I found Vader, Padme and Anakin for $5 each, so what the heck.  And they looked infinitely better loose than carded, which is the point where I got hooked.  More OT combined with infinitely nicer cards probably went a long way to kick starting the line. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on January 24, 2005, 05:19 PM
And they looked infinitely better loose than carded, which is the point where I got hooked. 

Very true.  Since I'm a carded guy with the 3 3/4" line, I really enjoy tearing into these, I guess as a change of pace for my collecting habits.  They look so much better when they are fully assembled - you just can't appreciate them otherwise in their carded form.

More OT combined with infinitely nicer cards probably went a long way to kick starting the line. 

The cards are an incredible improvement - they really grab your attention when hanging on the pegs at your favourite toystore.  I think the original tacky design as part of the reason I was uninterested for the first while - again, as a carded 3 3/4" guy, the card itself is part of the appeal of a purchase.  Of course, now that I've opened a few of these, nothing can hold me back.   ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on January 24, 2005, 07:44 PM
I really hated these things at first too.  It was that damned Slave Leia that finally lured me in.   :P

I had only that one for quite a while, but when I saw pix of the Bossk/Tusken/Aayla wave, something just clicked in me and I decided I was finally digging this line and would start nabbing the OT ones (and the Prequel chicks).  No idea why I'm passing on the Prequel guys though.  What all am I missing with those?  Maul, Jango, Mace, and Dooku?  Is that it?  Still hate the first two of those, so I think I'll be able to tentatively stick to my current strategy for now.

Still need the RH Vader and the Boba Fett though, so if anyone ever sees either of those for a decent price (<$20), or is looking to dump theirs, give me a holler!   :-*

Can't wait for the Stormie/IG/Aurra wave!  Looks like it may be dry times after that, as I'm inclined to probably pass on the ROTS one, which I'm assuming will fill up the rest of '05...   :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on January 24, 2005, 10:55 PM
No idea why I'm passing on the Prequel guys though.  What all am I missing with those?  Maul, Jango, Mace, and Dooku?  Is that it? 

Don't forget Anakin, Obi-Wan, Darth Sidious and Yoda.  Of course, Darth Sidious could be argued to be the Emperor, and Yoda could be OT too (despite his jumping pose).  I've got Sidious and Yoda, and they're both great.  Obi-Wan is pretty good, but I don't have Anakin yet.

Just for the hell of it, here's the list so far:

Aayla Secura - 2004
Anakin Skywalker - Rage - AOTC - 2002
Aurra Sing - 2005
Boba Fett - ROTJ - 2003
Bossk - 2004
Chewbacca - 2004
Clone Trooper - AOTC - 2004
Darth Maul - Fury - TPM - 2002
Darth Sidious - Sith Lord - 2003
Darth Tyrannus / Count Dooku - Dissension - AOTC - 2002 / 2004
Darth Vader - Power - ESB - 2002 / 2004
Darth Vader - Redemption - ROTJ - 2002
Han Solo - ANH - 2003
IG-88 - 2005
Jango and Boba Fett - Intensity - AOTC - 2002
Luke Skywalker - Jedi Knight - ROTJ - 2003
Luke Skywalker - Snowspeeder Pilot - ESB - 2004
Mace Windu - Honor - AOTC - 2002 / 2004
Obi-Wan Kenobi - Jedi Knight - AOTC - 2003 / 2004
Padmé Amidala - Courage - AOTC - 2002
Princess Leia - Sultry - ROTJ - 2002
Stormtrooper - 2005
Tusken Raider - 2004
Yoda - AOTC - 2003
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on January 24, 2005, 11:52 PM
Sidious is clearly OT in every way except the name.  The pose is classic Emperor and the base is absolutely Death Star, no way around it. 

Yoda's one of my least favorites, to be honest.  Not all that keen on Obi either, but that's because I want an old Obi in just about that exact pose.  Alec Guiness deserves it. 

Jango's my least favorite and I believe I even traded away the baby Boba figure that goes with it.  At best I have no idea where it is. 

My overall biggest gripe is scale.  Jango's huge, Maul's scrawny.  Luke is gigantic, Vader is tiny.  Leia looks to be about 4'5" compared to Han and Chewie, who are in great scale to each other.  Boba's a mutant the size of Yao Ming.  Aayla is tiny, smaller than Padme and Yoda's head is about three times the size of anyone elses, save Chewie.  Why is Yoda's head bigger than Vader's helmet?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on January 25, 2005, 08:30 AM
That's something I've noticed too Brent, the scale really jumps around on these things.  Some look great compared to one another, others not so much.  It seems like it has gotten better as the line has progressed, much like the 3 3/4" line evolved too.  I really like this line a lot, although I'll admit it is definitely a space muncher.  I was avoiding the prequel ones too, but finally decided to pick up a Mace Windu with a gift card I got for Christmas, and it is one of my favorite pieces.  Been thinking about getting Dooku and/or Clonetrooper as well.  The others (PT) I can probably pass on for now.  I think I'll be getting the ROTS ones though, I just like the idea that the Obi/Anakin ones might fit together somehow, that could be quite a nice little display.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on January 25, 2005, 08:45 AM
I'm like others who weren't really into this line when it was first released.  That all changed when I found the original Bespin Vader.  Too cool to pass up.  Of course, it's been all down hill from there.  I'm all caught up to the Bossk wave, still waiting for IG-88/Stormtrooper/Aurra Sing to hit and then the ROTS Unleashed. 

I have no idea how I'm going to display these though.  Starting to think how to set up my room and I have a lot of **** that needs to be displayed.  Space is definately going to be an issue.  I already told the wife to expect a lot of shelving pretty much on any bare wall in the basement.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on January 25, 2005, 01:58 PM
Space is definately going to be an issue.  I already told the wife to expect a lot of shelving pretty much on any bare wall in the basement.

So true!  I've already expanded out of my Star Wars room into the hall that adjoins it, but I still don't have enough room.  I've bugged my wife alot about knocking out the wall betwen my room and her sewing room, and she's always rolled her eyes at me (after agreeing with me that it's a GREAT idea - she's got a slight knack for sarcasm  ;D).  But the other day she actually suggested that she could move out of that room into the rumpus room in order for me to expand.  Holy sheepshit, Batman!  I wasn't sure if she was just teasing me again, but it could happen.  If it does, look out world - they better start cutting down more trees so that I can cover the walls in shelving!   :D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on January 31, 2005, 11:18 PM
Looks like IG-88 and friends are out now, according to RS
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on January 31, 2005, 11:46 PM
Looks like IG-88 and friends are out now, according to RS

Hmm, am I capable of any sort of patience at all?  Do I want to continue with this line (Stormtrooper being a no brainer)?  Do I have the space for this line?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: SilverZ on February 1, 2005, 12:35 AM
I certainly don't have space for the line.

It's odd, but for me the line really serves as a temporary desk ornament with a lifespan of about 2-3 months. I get the latest wave, take a liking to one, and leave it out until the next wave comes along. When the new wave hits, I pick another one, and put the previous wave into a box and off to storage. Picking only one I like in a wave for display isn't a rule, it's just that it happens I usually think 2 out of 3 each go round sucks.

IG-88 looks like it will be my next one to display. I'm actually quite disappointed with the stormtrooper and his posing. When an unarticulated Frankenstein-looking droid is depicted in greater dynamic action than a stormtrooper, something is wrong.

But I am a whore and will buy them all. Stupid, stupid whore.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Ben on February 1, 2005, 02:31 AM
I dig this line. I'm still missing a RH Vader and the Tusken Raider, who sold very quickly around here.

I have the rest except the newest wave. These things are awesome. I didn't get into them until the second wave, plus I found Maul and Jango on clearance, and I've never looked back.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on February 1, 2005, 09:09 PM
851763 Wave 3 - Juli 2005
2x Han Solo as Stormtrooper (removable Helmet)
2x Clonetrooper
2x Chewbacca

Hmmm....from 4-inches
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on February 1, 2005, 09:17 PM
851763 Wave 3 - Juli 2005
2x Han Solo as Stormtrooper (removable Helmet)
2x Clonetrooper
2x Chewbacca

Hmmm....from 4-inches

One new, two rehashes?????  Odd, but I could live with it.  That would mean an impending Luke as Stormtrooper perhaps, though odd it didn't come out first. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on February 2, 2005, 07:49 AM
Could the clone and Chewie possibly be ROTS versions??  Hasbro has mixed movies before, I don't see why that would stop.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on February 2, 2005, 08:39 AM
I just saw that this morning as well, and was curious if they would be rehashes or not.  I personally have the feeling that might be the case, although maybe they could modify the Clone to make it ROTS-style.  I'm wondering if the Han will just be a new head on the upcoming Stormtrooper body?  Hopefully it is a new sculpt, it would be nice to get both Han and Luke in disguise.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on February 10, 2005, 08:40 AM
Some great pics up of the ROTS Unleashed wave over at Galactic Hunter. (http://www.galactichunter.com/absolutenm/templates/full_article_template_1.asp?articleid=3931&zoneid=2) You can see carded and loose shots of Obi-Wan, Anakin, and General Grievous.  I haven't bought many prequel Unleashed yet, but I've been getting into them more and more, and I think I'll be picking up all three of these.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on February 10, 2005, 08:48 AM
Two words: ******* awesome. 

I love, love, love this line. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on February 10, 2005, 09:03 AM
Yep, they sure look sweet. I'll be getting them for sure.  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on February 10, 2005, 10:20 AM
I was hoping to pass on this line for ROTS but those are pretty darn amazing :o 

Anakin seems to have a bit of Crow going on there, not sure I like how they executed that part with the paint app. 

Grievous' description suggests he wears light saber hilts as trophies, yet I see none in the pictures?

I wasn't wanting an Obi again, but maybe I'll sell off my old Obi and Anakin and keep these two new ones.  Hmm.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on February 11, 2005, 07:59 PM
I WILL NOT collect Prequel Unleashed (male) figures.

I WILL NOT collect Prequel Unleashed (male) figures.

I WILL NOT collect Prequel Unleashed (male) figures.

I WILL NOT collect Prequel Unleashed (male) figures.

I WILL NOT collect Prequel Unleashed (male) figures.

I WILL NOT collect Prequel Unleashed (male) figures.

Seriously.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on February 12, 2005, 12:54 PM
I guess I'll be the first to request this: can someone confirm (either by photos or by actual possession of the items which obviously fell off the back of a truck in China, ahem) whether or not the Obi-Wan and Anakin bases interconnect?  If they were able to do this, it could make two already amazing looking pieces into one big incredible piece that would have a place of honor on my shelf for years and years to come.

I couldn't tell from a lot of the angles on GH whether or not the lava had a kind of "lock" with one another the way that the flames on Mace Windu's cloak/based did.  It certainly looks as if the lightsabers are positioned in such a way that they "clash" but I really want these to be connected in a concrete way.  Anybody know?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on February 14, 2005, 01:57 PM
I'm pretty sure I heard they connect, DP.  I think it may have been GH who said that at one point.  Granted, that's not the official confirmation you're looking for, but I think there's a pretty good chance that they will.

So has anyone found the Stormtrooper wave yet?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on February 14, 2005, 02:19 PM
Got Aurra Sing.  Haven't seen the others yet, but I'm not in that much of a hurry.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on February 14, 2005, 09:00 PM
I found Aurra Sing and IG-88 at an out of the way Wal-Mart on the east coast earlier this morning.  They had one of each (no sign of the Stormie anywhere, dammit) alongside the usual complement of 100 Obi-Wans that aren't being clearanced for some strange reason.

Both of the figures look really nice (although I think IG-88 looks as if he's been hanging out with Bender, if you get my drift*), particularly Aurra Sing's "base" which is fairly involved.  I'm not a big fan of the character, myself, but the figure looked nice enough for me to pick it up.

Okay, but here's my gripe: Hasbro is letting the Unleashed line fall prey to the same problems that plague the regular action figure line, namely rubbery plastic.  The thing that I liked about the earlier figures I have is that they are sturdy.  IG-88 and Aurra Sing are anything but.  The plastic they used on IG-88's base in particular is so rubbery that it took me nearly 20 minutes to fit all the pieces together to where they would stay put.  Even now the stand is a bit wobbly if I try to move it.  Aurra Sing's base is sturdier, but she is made out of that same rubbery plastic they've been using on the action figures for the longest time and they seem to have abandoned the sole sturdy element (those silver metal bars) completely for her, meaning she probably will start to droop over time, as the only thing holding her on the base is a plastic peg that fits in her knee and a small loop that her other shoe fits into.

My biggest problem is this: for the longest time, the "Assemble as shown" notation on the backs of the packages was enough.  Sure, it took a little bit of guess work with the more involved bases (Mace and Boba come to mind), but it was doable.  Not with these guys.  It took me about 20 minutes to put IG-88 together and another 30 to get Aurra together.  And she even comes with instructions inside that don't make things easier.  I don't want to toot my own horn, but I'm a fairly well-educated guy, and her base in particular was giving me fits.  It makes those POTF2 sticker sheet instructions with no actual art and just the outline of the sticker look like they are detailed and written out phonetically.

Still, despite IG-88's penchant for bending and the horribly rubber plastic, this has been yet another wave of great looking figures (still no Stormtrooper, and this just wasn't my day for finding the Clone Army of the Republic/Empire all around) that makes me regret collecting this line.

*yes, it's an alcoholism joke
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on February 19, 2005, 02:34 PM
Hokay, found the Stormtrooper at a collectible shop for $4 more than TRU :o and still bought it.  Why?  Well, it's a piece I wanted, didn't feel like waiting to get and I've pretty much decided to scale back on this line now. 

The really confusing part is how to do it and what to keep?   I've often said I really like the PT stuff, and I do.  But what do I get rid of?  Well, Anakin and Obi probably.  I'll give them to a buddies kid who really likes star wars.  I had to find something to give him anyway, because I'm giving his brother a McFarlane Patrick Roy figure, so this should even it out.  I think I have a buyer for Yoda at regular retail price, so he'll likely go.  I like Dooku, Mace and Padme :P and I may pick up the Obi/Ani with interlocking bases.  I want to keep a clone, but red or white?  Ballet Maul will stay but Jango will go and what to do with Aayla?

OT I'm not at all sure what to do with.  Leia will be kept, in part for fanboy aspects, in part because my daughter likes it (really).  I'll keep Chewie and Han, because they go well together.  Sidious/Emperor will be kept, it's just too cool.  Vader duh.  I think the only one's I'm leaning on not keeping are the Boba, Luke snowspeeder and possibly the Tusken, though I really like the latter.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on March 2, 2005, 07:27 PM
Okay, a couple of questions for the Unleashed collectors out there about some things that I'm confused on right now:

1-What are the differences between the first and current Darth Vader UL and the Removable Helmet version?  Is it just the head and the base that has changed, or are there any other differences in the figures?

2-Has Hasbro said if they will be rereleasing some of the other more difficult to find (and ridiculously priced on Ebay) UL figures in the future?  I'd really like to get a Yoda, and I'm sure a lot of other people would love to have a Boba Fett or one of the other more difficult figures, but it would be nice to not have to sell my kidney to get one.

3-Have the rumored UL for this year (Ventress, Palpatine vs. Yoda, Chewbacca, Clone Trooper, Han Stormtrooper) been confirmed or photographed anywhere?  I know they were not on display at Toy Fair, but I didn't know if Hasbro had said anything in any of the Q and A's about them.

Still on the lookout for that Stormtrooper...and still feeling like a huge hypocrite for my interest in this line.   ;D

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on March 2, 2005, 07:58 PM
Okay, a couple of questions for the Unleashed collectors out there about some things that I'm confused on right now:

1-What are the differences between the first and current Darth Vader UL and the Removable Helmet version?  Is it just the head and the base that has changed, or are there any other differences in the figures?

The current Unleashed Darth Vader that is in stores is a reissue of the first Unleashed Darth Vader, not the removable helmet version.  This one just has a redesigned cardback.

2-Has Hasbro said if they will be rereleasing some of the other more difficult to find (and ridiculously priced on Ebay) UL figures in the future?  I'd really like to get a Yoda, and I'm sure a lot of other people would love to have a Boba Fett or one of the other more difficult figures, but it would be nice to not have to sell my kidney to get one.
Send me a PM regarding the Yoda.



3-Have the rumored UL for this year (Ventress, Palpatine vs. Yoda, Chewbacca, Clone Trooper, Han Stormtrooper) been confirmed or photographed anywhere?  I know they were not on display at Toy Fair, but I didn't know if Hasbro had said anything in any of the Q and A's about them.

Still on the lookout for that Stormtrooper...and still feeling like a huge hypocrite for my interest in this line.   ;D

No confirmations or photos.  Hasbro would not even confirm General Grievous at Toy Fair, despite the fact that images had been leaked and he's currently listed on the Cargo Bay at the official site.  The remaining pieces probably won't be confirmed until June or July.

I feel your pain on the Stormtrooper.  It's been "evasive".
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on March 2, 2005, 10:12 PM
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No confirmations or photos.  Hasbro would not even confirm General Grievous at Toy Fair, despite the fact that images had been leaked and he's currently listed on the Cargo Bay at the official site.  The remaining pieces probably won't be confirmed until June or July.

Cool, thanks for the information; I was beginning to think that I had missed something.  I'm still trying to keep from having multiples of a single character (Vader, Luke, Obi-Wan, Anakin), but with the Vader I didn't know if it was just the same figure with a new head slapped on a different base for the "Unmasked" version or not.  I think I'll stick with just the Cloud City one and save myself some time, money and hassle. :)

The Chewbacca is the one that I'm wondering about.  I wasn't that fond of the current one (and hence why I've not gotten it), and I was hoping there had been some word about how the rumored ROTS version differed.  I don't know much about his role in the film (other than being part of a battle with Yoda, Clones, and the Separatist on Kashyyk), but I'd love to see an UL Chewie "ripping droids' arms out of their sockets."   :D

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I feel your pain on the Stormtrooper.  It's been "evasive".

This whole wave would have been a pain to find if I hadn't essentially tripped over the sole IG-88 and Sing at an out of the way WM on the way to work one morning.  Target near me is still stocked full of Dookus and Maces, and each WM has only one UL figure on the pegs: Tusken at one, Secura at another, and Obi-Wan at the third.  I'm hoping that the Stormie will keep showing up in greater numbers even after the ROTS 04/02/2005 trio comes out, because these trips to WM and Target on a regular basis are wearing me out. :)

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on March 3, 2005, 08:32 AM
No signs of the Stormtrooper wave here yet either, really hoping to find the trooper and IG-88 before the April onslaught of ROTS merchandise begins.  We stopped to pick up a few things at Wal-Mart yesterday, and I saw they had their Unleashed in the clearance aisle.  I finally picked up a Dooku.  I always thought it looked like a pretty cool figure, and at $5 I couldn't pass it up.  Now after saying I was "OT only" with these, I have Mace, Yoda, Jango, and Dooku from the PT :).  I plan on picking up the Anakin and Obi ones from ROTS as well, and maybe Grievous.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on March 11, 2005, 09:06 AM
Hasbro gives us a new update today on the new assortment of Unleashed EP III (http://www.hasbro.com/starwars/pl/page.news/id.1157/dn/default.cfm).

Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi.  These can be joined together to form one dramatic scene.  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on March 11, 2005, 09:06 AM
Hasbro has their preview up of the upcoming ROTS Unleashed figures.  Clicky Here (http://www.hasbro.com/starwars/pl/page.news/id.1157/dn/default.cfm).  These look pretty cool, I know I'll be picking them up if I see them :).

Also came across the Unleashed IG-88 at TRU yesterday.  They had 1 Aurra Sing as well, but no Stormtroopers.  Just on the lookout for that one now until ROTS.  I really like this line, but I'm running out of room fast (ok, I'm basically out of room where I was displaying these :P).
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on March 11, 2005, 09:07 AM
Oops...what Dale said ;).
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on March 11, 2005, 09:09 AM
LOL  Beat ya by a few seconds.  :P   ;)    ;D   :)

Update, today's feature is a double feature!  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on March 13, 2005, 08:57 PM
To say that I am dancing about the figures definitely being "interactive" is an understatement.  I'm seriously considering just going out at midnight and buying the three Unleashed figures and waiting until the next day to get all the action figures.  Beating a dead horse, but three years ago, if you told me this line would be the highlight of my collecting, I'd have asked what drugs you were taking and why you weren't sharing. :)

This being said, the photos on GH.com look as if Hasbro cheaped out on the "lava" that comes with Anakin and Obi-Wan (being that they aren't as luminous and more "solid" if that makes any sense; I was anticipating material not unlike the jet pack exhaust on the Boba Fett), but nevertheless, they will look magnificent as the centerpiece of my Unleashed shelf (or shelves, as the case will no doubt be before long).
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on March 13, 2005, 09:18 PM
I'm seriously considering just going out at midnight and buying the three Unleashed figures and waiting until the next day to get all the action figures.  Beating a dead horse, but three years ago, if you told me this line would be the highlight of my collecting, I'd have asked what drugs you were taking and why you weren't sharing. :)

You know, this is one of the things I've been waiting for in the coming release.  The Unleashed line has really become a favorite of mine, too.  I'm really looking forward to getting the new assortment on April 2nd.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Ben on March 14, 2005, 12:53 AM
I have yet to find the Stormtrooper wave.  >:(

I guess I could stop being such a cheap bastard and order them from EE.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again - Twilek freebie?
Post by: JediMAC on March 16, 2005, 12:59 PM
Hey, for any of you guys who have picked up the latest Unleashed wave (Stormie, IG, Aurra), if you have no interest in the mini Twilek Bodyguard that came free in that set, any chance you could pass it along to me?  I could pay your shipping costs (about a buck).  The figure itself is an identical mini to the prior regular release, it's just the text on the bottom that's changed slightly, and dumbass OCD completists like me would like to have the silly little text changes too, as lame as that sounds.  If you can hook me up, I'd prefer the card as well.

So give me a holler if anyone has any extras of these that they don't want.  Thanks!

- Matt
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on March 16, 2005, 01:15 PM
You can have mine Matt.  I've no use for it.  I'll bring it and the card to C3 for ya. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on March 16, 2005, 01:22 PM
Cool.  Thanky.  You can just tuck it into the Holo Sith Lords box if you'd like.   :)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on March 16, 2005, 01:29 PM
Will do.  No worries.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on March 20, 2005, 03:50 PM
Well I've really gotten into this line since I found the Ep.III set so today I picked up Mace and Dooku on clearance at Target.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on March 20, 2005, 09:00 PM
Alliance Collectibles.com has some images of the next few Unleashed:

Darth Vader (http://www.alliancecollectibles.com/images/eiii/eiiiunlshvader.jpg)

Darth Sidious & Yoda (http://www.alliancecollectibles.com/images/eiii/eiiiunlshyoda.jpg)

Asajj Ventress (http://www.alliancecollectibles.com/images/eiii/eiiiunlshasajj.jpg)

The angle of the Darth Sidious and Yoda is odd - it's hard to see what Yoda really looks like.  But I think it will be pretty sweet.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on March 21, 2005, 08:49 AM
Thanks for sharing the pics, the upcoming figures look pretty cool.  Looks like the rumors of that wave must be true.  I look forward to getting better looks at the Vader and Yoda/Sidious sets, as I'd like to pick up both of those.  I kind of like the idea of having both Yoda and Sidious in that set...setting them up in a battle pose (like the Anakin and Obi-Wan sets are able to) really makes a nice display.  I really enjoy the Unleashed line, but I'm having a tough time figuring out the space to display them.  I bought more shelving this weekend, but I'm not sure how its going to work.  Running out of room quickly :).
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on March 21, 2005, 09:07 AM
Do we have the "drooling" smiley yet?  ;D

I've officially thrown the "only one of each character" credo I had been going by out the window now that I have seen these.  That Vader looks great, and even Ventress looks good.  Yoda and Palpatine, though, is the piece de resistance.  I'm just hoping that it will have an actual base with it.

So, I guess that leaves the rumored Stormie Han/Chewie/Clone wave for the end of the year.  After having gotten the Stormie from the current wave online, it looks as if the helmet on the figure is a separate piece glued onto the figure's neck, so I am halfway expecting that the Han will just be a "reheaded" version of the current Stormie.  If they're going to go that route, just do a Luke at the same time and pack them 1 per case in the same case.  Or do a running change like with the Red Clone. 

And mosnab, I'm right there with you on the shelving space issue.  The top shelf of my computer desk is packed to capacity, and I really need to make a trip to Home Depot or something in the next few days before the ROTS stuff hits.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on March 21, 2005, 09:15 AM
Do we have the "drooling" smiley yet?  ;D

Will this one will do.  (http://www.telusplanet.net/public/djustus/drool1.gif)

Those pictures are just super, I would like to see a better shot of Sidious & Yoda. Asajj Ventress looks pretty scary, a great line this is.  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on March 21, 2005, 09:19 AM
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And mosnab, I'm right there with you on the shelving space issue.  The top shelf of my computer desk is packed to capacity, and I really need to make a trip to Home Depot or something in the next few days before the ROTS stuff hits.

That's the exact same situation I have going.  The top of our computer desk is full of the Unleashed, and I've always wanted to get a better display/shelving option for them.  I don't like our desk to get too cluttered, and I'm out of room up there anyways.  I picked up a nice (affordable) shelf this weekend, just to try out, but I already know I need another one, and will need yet another when this second wave of Unleashed comes out.  They just take up a lot of space, but I really enjoy them and would like to keep the collection going.  We haven't seen what will come of the rumored Han/Chewie/Clone wave yet, but I'm guessing if those are true (unless just repacks of some sort), I'll be on board for that.  Otherwise, I still hope to pick up the following in the next few months...which really makes me think about the display issue even more :)

Stormtrooper (haven't found yet)
Anakin Skywalker
Obi-Wan Kenobi
General Grievous
Darth Vader (ROTS)
Palpatine vs. Yoda

Yikes! :)
Title: new RotS Unleashed-Vader, Asajj Ventress, Yoda & Palpy! Pics!
Post by: starwax137 on March 21, 2005, 07:34 PM
alliancecollectibles.com put up some great pics of upcoming RotS Unleashed figs.

Asajj Ventress: http://www.alliancecollectibles.com/images/eiii/eiiiunlshasajj.jpg

Vader:
http://www.alliancecollectibles.com/images/eiii/eiiiunlshvader.jpg

Yoda and Palpy: http://www.alliancecollectibles.com/images/eiii/eiiiunlshyoda.jpg

 :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on March 21, 2005, 10:45 PM
Gee, I wish I'd thought to post that.  Oh, wait, I did.

Alliance Collectibles.com has some images of the next few Unleashed:

Darth Vader (http://www.alliancecollectibles.com/images/eiii/eiiiunlshvader.jpg)

Darth Sidious & Yoda (http://www.alliancecollectibles.com/images/eiii/eiiiunlshyoda.jpg)

Asajj Ventress (http://www.alliancecollectibles.com/images/eiii/eiiiunlshasajj.jpg)

Hah!  Just gotta give you a hard time.   ;) 

Great pictures, can't wait for more!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on April 2, 2005, 12:43 PM
Picked up Grievous at TRU today, a very nice figure.  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on April 2, 2005, 02:30 PM
I picked up all three, very cool.  I am still missing the stormtrooper from the last wave and was really hoping to nab one today.  Is this still shipping or am I forced to go to Ebay for this???
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on April 2, 2005, 02:59 PM
Ah yes, the Stormtrooper, I still need that one. There here but only at the comic/figure stores and was to much for him. If he doesn't show up at any store, I may have to break down and get him at one of these stores. Some have him $10.00  to $15.)) over retail!  :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on April 2, 2005, 08:18 PM
I bought Obi and Ani, amazing is an understatement.  Jeff was ogling them last night as well but didn't bite. :P
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Famine on April 2, 2005, 10:27 PM
I oogled Greivous last night, but I too, did not bite. I may go back or get one at Indy.

Kevin
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on April 3, 2005, 01:20 AM
The Unleashed figures were the first thing I picked up last night.  And boy, did they go fast!  The Unleashed line has really caught on in a big way it seems.  I've yet to open them up, but I'm looking forward to it in a big way.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on April 3, 2005, 03:14 AM
I still need Anakin and Obi plus the Stormtrooper, Ani and Obi I can get with no problem as there are lots here. Will get them later this week.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on April 3, 2005, 11:55 AM
I opened up all three last night and they are each pretty impressive.  Grevious was by far the easiest to display.  He hangs by two pegs in his feet on the doorway.  All I had to do was insert his lightsabers and he was done.

Obiwan and Anakin can either face each other in lava battle (shown on the back on Anakin's card) or fight others back-to-back (no lava) on Obi-Wan's card.  Anakin was a pain in the ass to figure out how the lava went and I still don't have them as close together as I would like (and from the pictures below you'll see Anakin is actually standing on the lava).  The scuplts are fantastic, though, and I am very pleased with the way this line is progressing.

Star Wars toys (http://community.webshots.com/user/twilzia)

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on April 3, 2005, 02:57 PM
First of all, the Anakin and Obi-Wan are amazing when you put them together.  They are literally the centerpiece on my coffee table right now.  Easily the best Unleashed that have ever been done when combined.  Even my mother who came by for a visit was saying how great they looked.

As for your situation, Beth, I'm going to try to explain this the best I can (although it's very difficult to do without pictures):

Regarding Anakin's "lava" attachments, there is a very strange way to do things that isn't even made clear by the packaging or any photos I have seen. 

The two lava pieces themselves fit together by inserting a peg on the back of the right piece (the one that angles left over Anakin's right shoulder) into a hole near the top of the left piece (the one that angles over his left shoulder).  Also, near the base of the right piece, there is a square peg that fits into a square slot at the base of the left piece.  This makes the lava into one big piece of, well, lava.   ;D

The lava fits onto the base like this:  take the side of the base with the three little designs (the opposite side has two and is the side with the hole for Anakin's foot near it) and the square hole and face it toward you: this is the front.  The right lava piece slides (obviously) into the hole on the top of the base.  The left lava piece slides into the hole on the front of the base.  You may need to connect the lava in the method I mentioned above first to do this, but it's fairly easy to do either way.

Once you have the base assembled for Anakin, you slide his metal foot peg into the hole on the base, and there is a peg on the left lava flow that fits into a hole in his back on his belt.  His foot will then sit directly to the left of the left lava piece and will make it a whole lot more stable (and realistic, as otherwise he'd burn his foot clean off).  :)

Finally, the two bases (Anakin and Obi-Wan) fit together by inserting the piece of upward jutting lava on Anakin's base through the last elongated slot on the front of Obi-Wan's lava.  It's a loose fit, but Obi-Wan's lava lays perfectly on top of Anakin's and it truly joins their bases together in a secure and aesthetically pleasing manner.

If you have any other questions, just post and I'll do what I can to answer them!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Darth Kenobi on April 3, 2005, 03:11 PM
I don't collect the Unleashline but I have seen the Stormtrooper Unleash here in SoCal just yesterday at  I think Kmart.  I will try and see if I can find any for those who need some.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on April 3, 2005, 04:43 PM
I know Dale (DSJ) is looking for one...
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on April 3, 2005, 06:56 PM
If you have any other questions, just post and I'll do what I can to answer them!

Nope, you covered the assembly perfect!!  Thanks so much for the help, Anakin no longer has a 'hot' foot ;D.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on April 3, 2005, 07:36 PM
I don't collect the Unleashline but I have seen the Stormtrooper Unleash here in SoCal just yesterday at  I think Kmart.  I will try and see if I can find any for those who need some.

I need one and I'm in So Cal.  PM me if you find one.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Padawan on April 4, 2005, 04:18 AM
Here are a couple loose pics of the new line, that I took shortly after midnight madness.   :) 

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/brooks55/IM000457.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/brooks55/IM000458.jpg)

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on April 4, 2005, 09:07 AM
I picked up Anakin and Obi-Wan at Wal-Mart Friday night/Saturday morning (Grievous was gone before I could find one), then picked up Grievous the next day at Target.  Haven't had a chance to open them yet, but they all look great.  They definitely seemed to be popular at the stores I went to as well, and I actually think there are a fair amount of collectors who buy only these.  This is one of my favorite lines anymore, despite the fact that I don't really have anywhere to put them right now.  I still haven't seen a Stormtrooper in stores around here, and I'm hoping it will still be shipping :).  I know I missed it at TRU (found IG-88), but haven't seen any signs of this wave anywhere else in town.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on April 6, 2005, 09:31 AM
After much debate on how to lay out my collection room, I decided to put my Unleashed behind the bar and move my framed Sports Illustrated to another wall(s).  The original plan was to put up six 3'-0" shelves - half would be devoted to Unleashed and the other half would go to my Applause figural mugs and BK glasses. 

Put the shelves up last night and started putting my Unleashed up.  I came to realize that three shelves weren't going to cut it.  Some figures ended up on the mugs and glasses shelves and I'm still missing four pieces (Stormtrooper and the upcoming Vader, Yoda / Sidious and Asajj). 

I did end up putting most of my mugs up next to the Unleashed (I couldn't find the tub with the three TPM and two AOTC mugs).  I don't really like the clutterness of the Unleashed mix with the mugs, so I'm thinking about buying a small bookcase for the glassware and keeping the shelving behind the bar for strictly Unleashed.  That way it spreads them out a little bit.  I really do like the way they look behind the bar. (pics coming soon, promise).

The point of this stupid post? - the Unleashed line takes up a **** load of space.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on April 6, 2005, 09:43 AM
- the Unleashed line takes up a **** load of space.

Mine are still in there packages, I have no room to display them. Maybe I can talk Sherry into using her curio cabinet.  :-\

There a great set to collect and I think I will grab Anakin and Obi plus the Stormtrooper this weekend. With having the Stormtrooper shipped up here and maybe paying customs, I think it will work out the same as to buying it up here.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on April 6, 2005, 09:55 AM
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The point of this stupid post? - the Unleashed line takes up a **** load of space.

Truer words Mikey...I couldn't agree more.  I'm in the same predicament right now too.  My wife likes everything to stay in one room (our office/collection room), and I've recently added a little more shelving to accommodate the ROTS basic figure stuff (not sure if that will be enough once vehicles are considered too though).  Anyways, I really enjoy the Unleashed line, but you are right...it sure takes up a lot of room.  I've been trying to figure out a nice way to display them all, without it looking cluttered or half-***ed.  Right now they are sitting on the top of our desk, which is fine, but it is full with Anakin, Obi, and Grievous sitting packed away in their boxes and still in the Wal-Mart bag from the other day.  I'd really like to get these out and displayed as well.  Plus, considering I'm hoping to find that Stormtrooper one some day, as well as pick up the upcoming Vader and Yoda/Sidious ones, I need more room.  I bought a type of "floating" shelf as well, thinking those might work, and I could get about seven on there.  Problem is, I only really have room for two of them on the wall above the desk, so could display about 14.  Already out of room.  Sigh...the battle continues ;).  They really are a great line, but tough to find the room to display them nicely.  I could see why some people collect just this line, it takes up more than enough room by itself ;).
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on April 6, 2005, 10:55 AM
Agreed, these are fantastic but the space issue is almost too much.  I'll probably cull my collection, something I've said before.  Bossk is still sitting unopened and in spite of being a great piece, will likely go back to the store.  Too much crap, too little room. :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on April 6, 2005, 11:33 AM
Other than Leia and Padme, Bossk takes up the least amount of space.  I say keep him.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on April 6, 2005, 11:36 AM
Yeah, good point Mikey, Bossk really does take up very little space and can squeeze in pretty easily :).
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on April 8, 2005, 11:49 AM
Mousedroid has pic up of a couple of the upcoming Unleashed loose, from the Australian Toy Fair.

(http://www.mousedroid.com/feature/toyfair2005/image/hasbro17.jpg)

I hope to get both of these, they look pretty nice.  Now where to put them on the other hand... ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on April 8, 2005, 01:53 PM
I really like the new Vader and Emperor - I really only buy the ones I like.  Though I can't seem to find the ones I really want!   :P

The stormtrooper and IG-88 to name a few....never shipped to my area....too many Dooku's and Windu's warming the pegs.

At TRU, too many Hoth Lukes and Chewies (worst Unleashed to date)!

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on April 8, 2005, 01:58 PM
I've yet to see any piece of the Stormtrooper wave.  A dealer friend of mine had his entire order of that wave cancelle by Hasbro.  Curious.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on April 8, 2005, 02:09 PM
Very little sign of that wave around here too.  I saw 1 each of IG-88 and Aurra about two to three weeks ago, and picked up IG, but was really hoping to find the Stormtrooper.  Otherwise, all I've seen around is the Tusken/Aayla wave, and now the ROTS figures.  I sure hope we didn't miss our chance on the Stormie, I really want that one.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on April 8, 2005, 05:12 PM
It's pathetic how much of that Tusken wave hit.  One WalMart near me must have at least 8 of each.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on April 14, 2005, 09:15 PM
If you order Vader, Asajj and Palpatine/Yoda at amazon.com, you get free shipping ;D. 

My email states they will ship tomorrow but I doubt it...we'll see.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on April 15, 2005, 09:15 AM
I checked Amazon today, just to see if the Vader, Yoda/Palpy, and Asaaj were still listed as an April 15 date, or if they had been pushed back.  I fully expected the date to just be changed, as has happened in the past, but this morning they said "shipping in 2-3 days".  With free shipping, I decided to order the Vader and Yoda/Palps.  When I got to the final check, it now says "shipping June 15".  Not that I'm surprised, but just kind of screwy since it isn't a "preorder" on their site, but listed as "in stock and shipping in 2-3 days".  Anyways, I'll leave them ordered for now...since there is no shipping costs, and they could possibly be tough finds anyways.  If you are interested, I think they are still in stock at Amazon:

Vader (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B000701CZA/qid=1113242106/sr=1-2/ref=sr_1_2/102-2510326-9259339?v=glance&s=toys)

Palps/Yoda (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B000701CZK/qid=1113242106/sr=1-4/ref=sr_1_4/102-2510326-9259339?v=glance&s=toys)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on April 15, 2005, 11:34 AM
The same thing happened to me, mosnab.  I added all three of the wave to my cart and everything was fine up until I got to the final confirmation page, where I got the "Estimated Ship Date: June 15, 2005" message.  So, I went ahead and cancelled the order, as I've had many similar situations on Amazon/TRU where I get the email in about two months time saying something along the lines of, "We apologize for the inconvenience, but the item(s) you ordered are no longer available from our distributor."

All three of the figures (at least when I was looking around) are no longer listed on the main ROTS/SW store pages either.  I was only able to find the Vader/Palp-Yoda through the links you provided, and Ventress only through clicking a "People who bought the items in your cart" link on one of those pages. 

On a completely unrelated note, I'd just like to tell everyone again how great the Unleashed Obi-Wan and Anakin figures are when you put them together.  Even if you're not a regular Unleashed collector, these two figures make one of the nicest displays you could ever hope for in your SW collection.  The Grievous is great too, but for me to see so many of the Anakins and Bens hanging around on pegs is disappointing, as they are, taken together, the nicest and coolest Unleashed figures that have been done in the line, period.  I'm not trying to "thin out the pegs" for future waves (if I did that, I would have to beg people to buy Securas/Bossks/Tuskens), but I'm just wanting to let people know that there are two really cool toys on the pegs right now that I think a lot of people are overlooking.



Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on April 15, 2005, 11:59 AM
Yeah, I've been debating on whether or not to go ahead and cancel them as well.  I have them on order right now, mainly because there is the free shipping offer, and if there wasn't I would probably just say forget it.  I'll leave them for now, and see how easy they will be to find once they start popping up around the country.

Although I haven't yet opened up my new Unleashed (need to get one more shelf ;)), from what I have seen of these figures, I have to agree with you, the Anakin and Obi look awesome to me.  I can't wait to get them opened up, and I plan to make them the "centerpiece" of my Unleashed collection.  I'm with you, it is kind of sad to see so many of them hanging about now.  It is somewhat rare to see a Grievous, but Anakin and Obi are much more plentiful.  I saw a lot of them selling opening weekend, but it has slowed since then.  Hopefully they won't become pegwarmers, because they don't deserve to be.  It reminds me of the VOTC Han Solo, which was hanging about a bit, and to me is one of the best action figures we've ever seen in the Star Wars line.  Hopfully more people will give this Anakin/Obi combo a try, as they do look cool.  The Unleashed line is really becoming one of my favorites, although it certainly is a space monster ;).
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on April 15, 2005, 07:20 PM
I'm actually thinking about picking up an Anakin and an Obi-Wan as a birthday gift for my cousin.  She's a big Hayden Christensen fan, and she's been talking about wanting a generic Hayden figure to put on her bookcase at home.  I figure I can get her an awesome birthday gift, hopefully bring a smile to her face, and have someone else see how great these are.

It looks like the wave 2 of ROTS-ish Unleashed is back on the Amazon site, listed as in-stock and shipping in 2-3 days.  I really wish they would update that site more than they do.  Half of the stuff listed on the pages is "Not yet released" and the rest is "Out of stock." 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on April 15, 2005, 08:50 PM
I just got 2 F/X sabers and put them on top of my desk, which is where my now growing Unleashed collection was so time to run out and get a shelf after C3!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: aka DaBigKahuna on April 18, 2005, 11:50 PM
DoctorPadawan,

Thanks for the review and input on the Obi and Anakin.  I decided to purchase these two and even got a Holo Yoda out of the deal  ;D.  I opened these the other day and am pleased with them. 

I have held out on this line mostly for budgeting and space purposes.  I saw Grievous at MM and had to pick him up.  In about two weeks I picked up Tusken, Luke (Hoth), Leia, Bossk, Ani, Obi, Grievous, Dooku, and Mace.

I'm still foaming at the mouth to pick up Stormtrooper, IG-88, and Aurra at a decent price. 

I have pre-ordered the next wave on Amazon.

Ultimately, I am now of the opinion that this is a great line, so much so that I returned most of my ROTS Basic Figures so that I could have room to display these properly.  I will get some pics up this weekend.

Great line and I hope to contribute to this thread in the future.

DBK     

-edit-

I almost forgot, I cant believe how much some of these pieces have appreciated.  I used to see Boba and Han Solo's en masse, now I will be lucky if I get these at a decent price = mind boggling!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on April 19, 2005, 09:25 AM
I know, the prices of the ones I'm missing are ridiculous!!

Yoda, Boba, Jango and Maul have gone through the roof - take a look at the unmasked Vader too - close to $100.

 :o
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on April 19, 2005, 04:18 PM
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I almost forgot, I cant believe how much some of these pieces have appreciated.

Yeah, it's really mind blowing to see how much some of the older pieces are going for these days.  All I used to see when I would walk into any retailer (in the days before I started collecting the line; I was still in my "This is going to fail so bad, but I'll buy Boba Fett.  And Sidious.  Luke won't hurt either.  Oh, Padme is nice.  I can't pass up Vader.  And Dooku." and so on phase) was Jango Fett, often for about 7.50 on clearance, ten deep on the pegs, and now that figure is one of the three I'm still missing and can't find anywhere for below 20 bucks before shipping.   :-\

I'm hoping that Hasbro will do another "recard" wave that gets some of the harder to find figures back into circulation (I'm hoping Unmasked Vader and Yoda are amongst these, as they are the other two I'm missing myself; but I think Boba Fett and the Stormtrooper/IG-88/Sing wave should be out and about and abundant too), but with several of these making their second appearance in the line (and since they just recarded the first Vader last year), I'm afraid it won't end up happening.

This ST/IG/Sing wave has me really confused though, as I can't imagine why they haven't shown up anywhere after the 04/02 rollout of ROTS stuff.  I figured that they were sitting on them in the back after the "NO STAR WARS STOCKING" rumors that started in mid-March, but as yet, I've not seen any of them again.  I was extraordinarily lucky to get the Sing and IG-88 at retail, and the Stormtrooper for cost (believe that or not) in an Ebay BIN deal, but I've yet to see them at all besides the one sighting at a backroad WM in February.  For a Stormtrooper to be that difficult to find is really unreasonable.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on April 19, 2005, 05:45 PM
I agree with all of your points Doctor!

Around my parts, the ST/IG wave never shipped.  Too many Dooku's and Windu's warming the pegs.

I don't think we'll see a rehash of Boba, Yoda or Han because they've already been released on the new cards.

We might see a recard of the unmasked Vader just because he hasn't seen the new card yet.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jokabofe on April 19, 2005, 09:45 PM
Holy Crap, I had no idea these things were going for so much on the aftermarket!!!

Vader Unmasked - $187.50 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=5968690957&rd=1)

Yoda - $122.50 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=5967946453&rd=1)

Boba Fett - $103.79 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=5969123132&rd=1)

Glad I got mine at retail!!!

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JayDouble on April 20, 2005, 01:42 AM
Holy Crap, I had no idea these things were going for so much on the aftermarket!!!

Vader Unmasked - $187.50 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=5968690957&rd=1)

Yoda - $122.50 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=5967946453&rd=1)

Boba Fett - $103.79 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=5969123132&rd=1)

Glad I got mine at retail!!!



Are you kidding me?  Glad I saw this post, I was about to open my Yoda one. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on April 20, 2005, 08:50 AM
Yeah, its crazy how much many of these pieces go for now.  I was checking through some auctions yesterday as well, and it seems like the majority of them get pretty good prices.  Not that I care, mine are all opened up and I intend to keep them, but I guess its always kind of interesting to see certain things really jump up like that.  I have been somewhat into this line from the beginning, after getting the Jango Fett as a gift, and have picked up all of the OT ones, and have started in with a few PT ones as well now.

On that note, I opened up and put together the Anakin/Obi-Wan display yesterday, and it really looks fantastic.  I'm using it as the "centerpiece" of one of the shelves now, and it works out nicely.  Grievous isn't a bad figure either, and displays pretty well.  I'm looking forward to seeing more of this line, and hopefully seeing the Stormtrooper wave at some point too.  I found the remains once, a couple of months ago at TRU, with 1 IG-88 and 1 Aurra Sing.  Hopefully Wal-Mart and Target will see this wave as well, or it will show up on Amazon or something, because I'd really like to get that Stormtrooper.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jokabofe on April 20, 2005, 09:36 AM
The only one that I'm missing right now is Aurra Sing, I've had no luck finding one of her. And I've got all of mine opened up, with the exception of the Stormie/IG-88 and the ROTS wave, only 'cause I ran out of room for them.

They really are well done pieces, and I can't wait to make some room for the Anakin/Obi-Wan duel pieces.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on April 20, 2005, 04:07 PM
I am quite surprised to learn that everyone loves the Obi/Anakin figures - they do look kind of lame in the package and even in the pictures I've seen on the net.

But I've read many testimonials on the boards that these figures do indeed rock.

I am pleased with the Greivous - looking forward to the new Vader and Palpy/Yoda combo.

Hopefully Amazon will deliver on these and order enough....one can never find Vader in these parts.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: aka DaBigKahuna on April 21, 2005, 01:31 AM
ruiner ,

Agreed the Yoda Palpy look awesome.  In fact, I like this Yoda much better than the prior release and will be content with that in my collection.  Palpy's face looks intense in the pics I saw today from C3.

I got a Mace in the mail today, and have to say this is one of my favorite pieces.  The image is almost dead on to SLJ.  The way he's holding the saber is bonified tight.  Lastly, I am impressed with the flames.  I kinda wish Hasbro went with the same flame style for the Ani and Obi pieces.

DBK
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on April 25, 2005, 03:38 PM
From what I've read in the various Q and A wrapups around the web with Hasbro, it sounds like the Han Stormtrooper is all but confirmed for later this year.  It sounded as if there were other figures coming this year as well, and then they were somewhat cryptic on the future of the line for 2006.  It sort of sounded like it would return, but maybe in a different way.  I believe one of the Q and A's (at GH maybe), asked if they would be returning in 2006...and they said "Yes, and no".  Still sounds like they are continuing either way, so that's good news to me.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on April 25, 2005, 03:40 PM
I thought I had actually seen a Han Stormie already.  Maybe I'm dreaming on that one though :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jeff on April 25, 2005, 03:46 PM
I believe one of the Q and A's (at GH maybe), asked if they would be returning in 2006...and they said "Yes, and no".  Still sounds like they are continuing either way, so that's good news to me.

I think what they meant by that was "YES" as in there will be more unleashed out in 2006" but "NO" as in little to no NEW figures.  Expect a lot of re-cards for now...

It sounded like they wanted to get some of the older pieces that are selling for fat cash on eBay re-released so that folks could pick them up.

And that sums up all the attention I gave to Unleashed over C3.  Oh, that and the Emperor/yoda piece looks really cool.  If I was collecting these, I'd love that one.

Jeff
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on April 25, 2005, 04:01 PM
Thanks for the info Jeff, that clears that up a little bit.  I guess I'm a little disappointed that there might not be much new stuff coming next year, but then again, its not like I have all that much room for too many more right now until I figure something else out anyways for shelving.  Still wouldn't mind seeing some new figures though, at least it sounds like there is some more coming this year...and that Palps/Yoda combo does look nice.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on April 25, 2005, 09:23 PM
I'm thinking that the Han Stormtrooper will probably be along the lines of the Removable Helmet Vader figure.  The current Stormie has a flesh colored head under his helmet (I haven't and will not attempt to pry it off to see if there's a face too), so it wouldn't surprise me if Hasbro just slaps a new Han Solo headsculpt on the Stormie body, gives it a removable helmet, possibly a new base, and put it out there.  The fact that so many people still haven't gotten the regular Stormtrooper continues to bother me though; these have to show up at retail sooner or later.

On a really odd note, my local WM had put out the Unleashed Chewbacca (not the rumored new one, the old rabid one) on the pegs today.  One lone figure, the card was in great condition, and it just came out of nowhere.  Very strange.  By the time I went back this evening to get some Pepsi (mmmm carbonated) it was gone.

Thank you for the clarification on what the UL situation is though Jeff, as it came across as a really cryptic (and typically overdone) Hasbro response as to the line's future.  I'm hoping that Yoda and RH Vader will be rereleased, since I still need those and I don't feel like selling my kidneys to get them.

So, were the other two rumored ROTS pieces mentioned at the con (Chewie and/or the Clone), or was it more "If we told you, we'd have to kill you" Jethro Bodeen Double-Naught Spy BS from Hasbro?

(I'm still holding out hope that the Chewie is ripping a Battle Droid to pieces) ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on April 26, 2005, 09:48 AM
I barely recall anything being mentioned about the unleashed line during the Q&A.  No slides in the powerpoint presentation and Jeff's interpretation of new figures is the same as mine.  It's like the line didn't really exist, as compared to something like Attacktix ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on April 27, 2005, 05:20 PM
Interesting.  I'm all for them doing that.  Then maybe I can score a Boba Fett and Han Solo.

While searching TN yesterday w/ jjks, I found 4 of the Ep.II Obi-Wan Unleashed.  Interesting finding those and I did grab one for myself.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on April 28, 2005, 02:29 AM
It would be nice if they recard the removable helmet Vader. The only one Im missing. And Im not paying the price they are going for on ebay.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on April 28, 2005, 04:29 PM
I actually asked the reps about the stormtrooper from this line and wondered if they would be reissuing them since distribution wasn't the greatest and I was told to walk around and look at the vendor booths as they were not re-releasing it.  I told them I already did that and not ONE booth had one.  They just shrugged and basically looked away.  Nice...real nice. ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on April 28, 2005, 05:49 PM
I actually asked the reps about the stormtrooper from this line and wondered if they would be reissuing them since distribution wasn't the greatest and I was told to walk around and look at the vendor booths as they were not re-releasing it.  I told them I already did that and not ONE booth had one.  They just shrugged and basically looked away.  Nice...real nice. ::)

One booth had 1 on day one that I saw.  Asking price: $45.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on April 28, 2005, 06:00 PM

One booth had 1 on day one that I saw.  Asking price: $45.

That was a bargain compared to the one I saw - $70!   ::)  The amazing thing was that it was gone the next day.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on April 28, 2005, 06:08 PM
Damn, thats crazy. I think I'll head out to the mall tomorrow and scoop up a Stormtrooper or two depending on what they are charging now.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on April 28, 2005, 09:40 PM
I actually asked the reps about the stormtrooper from this line and wondered if they would be reissuing them since distribution wasn't the greatest and I was told to walk around and look at the vendor booths as they were not re-releasing it.  I told them I already did that and not ONE booth had one.  They just shrugged and basically looked away.  Nice...real nice. ::)

One booth had 1 on day one that I saw.  Asking price: $45.

Yep, and that one is currently residing here in Winnipeg.  JediMac and I were rolling posters when we ran into the only non-staff Canadian I saw all weekend, JediJim from both snowtroopers and a member here as well, though he doesn't post often.  We were chatting and his son was eyeing up the posters when his wife walked up and pulled out the very same stormtrooper Jason had been looking at not 10 minutes earlier.   :o
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on April 28, 2005, 10:25 PM
I just don't get why so little of that wave got out.  Just doesn't make sense.  It's a great wave too. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on April 28, 2005, 11:48 PM
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I just don't get why so little of that wave got out.  Just doesn't make sense.  It's a great wave too.

Stock Response:  Because it has a Stormtrooper in it, and if I have learned anything over the 10 years Hasbro's been doing the modern SW toys, it's that any assortment that has a really cool Imperial Clone/Stormtrooper in it will be the last assortment under a particular case assortment number and Hasbro will refuse to ever rerelease said figure ever again unless it is in a pricey Entertainment Earth exclusive four pack.

Serious response:  I think that while I was being silly (?) in the stock response section, there is some truth to it being part of a "last assortment" so to speak.  The Target nearest me never got any Unleashed past the Dooku/Vader/Mace wave and when it came time for post-Christmas clearance, all of their Unleashed went on that aisle.  I asked one day if they had any more of the Unleashed in the back and the girl checked only to come back and say they had two more Dookus and that was it, and she put those out so they could be clearanced too.  No Unleashed were put out until ROTS hit, and since then the only ones I've seen are the three current ROTS characters.

Wal-Mart was overrun (at least around here) with the Secura/Tusken/Bossk wave (they still are, believe it or not) and didn't get anything past the Dooku/Mace/Vader wave either.  WM has an aversion to clearancing anything though, so why they haven't popped up there is beyond me.  I found my IG-88 and Sing at a really out of the way (read: in a part of the country that Ned Beatty drives really fast through, if you get my meaning) WM and both of those were on heavily beaten up cards (didn't matter, as I opened them).  No sign of any Stormtroopers at all, and to this day I've never seen one in a store, and I've only ever seen the one IG and the one Aurra on that day. 

Again, I kept hoping that WM would start to clear out their backroom and cases of these would turn up, but thus far it doesn't seem to be happening.  Stranger things have been turning up around me recently, with the closest WM to my home putting out a single Unleashed Chewbacca, the 12" Ewok two-pack from 2003, and the 12" Jawa two-pack from 2004 on random days (all of them disappeared before I had a chance to scan them to see what they cost, althoug knowing WM it was probably full price).

The thing that really gets me is that there seems to be a real shortage of the Sing and IG-88 along with the shortage of the Stormie.  Normally I would expect to find 2 each of the "less interesting" characters hanging around, or to see a ****load more Stormie auctions on Ebay, but as far as I can see, that doesn't seem to be the case.

As for Hasbro's response to you, jadesfire, it doesn't surprise me at all that they would pull that.  As I've said countless times before, I think that Hasbro is counting the minutes until they can be rid of Star Wars (license or not, if retail won't support it, it won't continue) and almost seems to have a "do we have to?" type of relationship with the fan community. 

But back to the original point, if Hasbro is so interested in making things available so we don't have to sell our kidneys on Ebay to get some of these pieces, they need to start by getting that last wave with the Stormie in it out to retail, or at the very least make those figures available for retail price on SWS.com or their little direct sales website that will no doubt be a massive disaster when it finally sees the light of day.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on April 29, 2005, 09:41 AM
That is disappointing news about the Stormtrooper, if it turns out to be true.  I'd REALLY like to get one, along with everyone else I'm guessing, and that wave basically didn't show up around here either.  I did find a lone IG-88 (which I picked up) at TRU awhile back, but obviously missed the Stormie.  Target and Wal-mart never had anything other than Dookus, Tuskens, and Aaylas for the most part, and now they just have the ROTS wave.  I really hope we get another chance at this figure, because as bad as I want it, I don't want to pay $40 and up for it.  It is crazy how this always seems to happen with Stormtroopers/Clonetroopers, etc.  The types of figures that are guaranteed basically to be big sellers, and they are usually either shortpacked, under shipped, or never show up at all.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on April 29, 2005, 03:21 PM
I went to the mall and checked out the comic/figure stores and only one store had a Stormtrooper. $30. so $23.85 US. Happy to pick him up and now I can move on to the other Unleashed figures.  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on April 29, 2005, 05:14 PM
That's not terrible.  I saw an Unleashed Stormtrooper for $20 at a comic shop, and it didn't seem out of line.  It retailed for about $16, so the markup wasn't that painful.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on April 29, 2005, 06:22 PM
Considering the Unleashed retail for $24.99 up here in Canuckia, I'd say $30 is very reasonable, considering it came from a comic shop.

Nice find Dale.   :)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Ook on April 30, 2005, 01:18 AM
How the hell do Anakin & Obi-Wan go together? ???


LOL I think I got it...
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on April 30, 2005, 10:41 AM
Ook, I actually posted a few pages back explaining how Obi-Wan and Anakin's bases fit together.  I don't know if I did a very good job of it, but it's somewhere around the end of page 18 or 19 I think if you want to have a look.  :)

I still maintain these are the best Unleashed figures that have ever been done when you put the two together.  Even better than Boba Fett.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on April 30, 2005, 09:50 PM
Looks like I may be getting my hands on a Stormtrooper.  One of my buddies actually has a couple extra and didn't know I needed one. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on May 1, 2005, 02:15 PM
Good to hear you got one HE.  Now, if only Hasbro would get the hint that hardly anyone got one of these and make them available SOMEHOW again, as it is a really nice figure.  I'm not too fond of the cost-cutting they're doing on the bases (the Stormie's is really lightweight and IG-88's was warped due to the use of that famous "Hasbro Cheap Ass Rubber"), but the Stormie itself is a really nice piece once you get it assembled.

I actually splurged back when they first came out (this being relative, as "coming out" implies you could actually find one at retail) and just got one on Ebay for a cheap BIN price.  I think I ended up paying 25 bucks for it with Priority Mail shipping and DC and the whole transaction took less than a week.  So while I feel kind of dirty for having to resort to Ebay, at the same time I feel that it was worth it, especially given the fact that I've never seen one in a store period.  They should have just put a sticker on the front that said "Ebay Exclusive!" and be done with it.   ::)

All the talk of reissuing older UL figures got me thinking about who was genuinely difficult to find at retail and who most deserves to be rereleased.  I'm not one of these people who gets upset when something is reissued (unless it's pointless, like Cantina Han in the POTF2/Saga/OTC/etc stuff) because "it devalues my original" of that thing, so here's the list of who I would think needs to be reissued (some of these are me hoping, naturally, and new artwork wouldn't have to be done for any of them, save the RH Vader):

-Darth Vader with Removable Helmet
-Princess Leia
-Han Solo
-Boba Fett
-Yoda
-Aurra Sing
-IG-88
-Stormtrooper

Strangely enough, weren't all of those "case buddies" with other figures on the list at one time or another?  IIRC, Vader and Leia were their own assortment, and I definitely know that Fett/Solo/Yoda and Sing/IG/Stormie were their own assortments.  If anything proves that Hasbro's case assortment system needs a major overhaul, this is it.

They could just do a straight case reissue of the latter two (or do a Solo/Yoda/Leia case, a Fett/IG-88/Sing case, at 2 per figure, with the third case being 3 Vaders and 3 Stormies) and I think it would work well, but knowing Hasbro, this will never happen, and they will decide to reissue the Bossk/Secura/Tusken wave, which is practically nonexistent.   ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on May 2, 2005, 11:14 AM
Yeah, I don't get Hasbro sometimes.

Rehashing "in-demand" figures benefits the collector and Hasbro.  Their mold costs are zero and we get what we want.

Jango, Maul, Vader II, stormie, IG-88, Yoda, Fett, Solo, and Padme need to see the light of day again.

Chances are you won't see most of the above again because they've already seen the new cardback.   :-[
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on May 2, 2005, 02:20 PM
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Chances are you won't see most of the above again because they've already seen the new cardback.

In my mind, that would make it easier to rerelease them than the older ones.  With the older ones (Vader 2 for example), they would have to do all new artwork for the card (unless they used the recent reissue of Vader 1's artwork instead; but even then they would have to modify the packaging on the plastic insert to accomodate the different base), but for the ones that have already shown up on the new cards, all they would theoretically have to do would be to change the image on the back (where it shows other figures from that wave). 

In my mind, this makes the cost absolutely minimal for Hasbro, because they could just use the same molds and the same packaging, maximizing their profits from those figures.  If they did a straight reissue of the Solo/Boba/Yoda and Sing/IG/Stormtrooper waves, they wouldn't have to change a thing on the cards (other than the copyright date, and that would not be a big deal).

Somehow, I don't see any of this coming to pass (Hasbro's too busy thinking up new ways to repaint Jedi Starfighters, I'm sure), but it's nice to dream.

And even though I don't have him, I hope to Jebus that Jango is never recarded, because he's what almost killed this line in the first place and to see him rereleased would be suicide.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on May 3, 2005, 02:02 PM
Hi Doc,

You're right - the re-issuing costs for Hasbro would be minimized if they re-released items like Solo, Yoda, Boba, etc.

But I think it's against their "internal" policy to re-release an unleashed figure that has already seen the new cardback.

I think they're afraid that sales will not be maximized if they re-release an item that was just out at retail not long ago.

Funny how Jango and Maul almost killed the line (that would've been funny, two figures in the entire line) and now they are highly sought after...sorta.

Here's hoping a forum member can help me out!   ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on May 6, 2005, 03:36 PM
Amazon had the newest wave up for order with the ships in 2-3 days line accompanying them.  Vader was not available though Asajj and Palps/Yoda were. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on May 9, 2005, 05:29 PM
Does anybody remember the name of the company that designs the new cardbacks for the Unleashed line?

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on May 9, 2005, 10:36 PM
I should be able to find out.  I bought a print from those guys at the art exhibit at C3...

... ah, here we go.  Four G Squared.

(http://images.snapfish.com/34388%3C2723232%7Ffp45%3Dot%3E2336%3D98%3B%3D8%3B7%3DXROQDF%3E2323859733986ot1lsi)

And just because I love this print so much, I have to show it off.  You can really tell that it is done by the same guy that does the Unleashed art, Clark Mitchell.  I got #75 of 250, because I was born in '75.  Incredibly friendly, one of my highlights of C3.   8)  (unfortunately, the flash really washed out the colour, so this picture doesn't do it justice, but you get the idea  ;))

(http://images.snapfish.com/34388%3C2723232%7Ffp64%3Dot%3E2336%3D98%3B%3D8%3B7%3DXROQDF%3E2323859734764ot1lsi)

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on May 12, 2005, 02:51 PM
Holy Crap, I had no idea these things were going for so much on the aftermarket!!!

Vader Unmasked - $187.50 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=5968690957&rd=1)

Holy ****!   :o

UNLEASHED DARTH VADER UNMASKED  (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=50269&item=5973922079&rd=1)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on May 12, 2005, 02:58 PM
That's disgusting.  Dammit, my Unleashed collection will never be complete now, 'cause I sure as **** ain't paying that kind of money for a $15 figure.  But since Hasbro's been re-releasing some of late, and is aware of the secondary market value of some of their earlier Unleashed items, hopefully they'll blow a huge hole in this bull****, and rerelease a bunch of the older ones, like Vader, Boba, and Yoda, to name a few.

What really sucks is that I used to see these now HTF figures all the time back in the day.  Unfortunately, that was before I decided to delve into the Unleashed line.  Stupid me...  >:(
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on May 12, 2005, 03:13 PM
That's borderline insane.

On second thought, it is insane.

$224 for a figure made just a few years ago and looks pretty darn close to the recently released "masked" version??!!

I'd much rather have a C8 MOC SW Vader from the good ol days....
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on May 12, 2005, 03:33 PM
Holy Crap, I had no idea these things were going for so much on the aftermarket!!!

Vader Unmasked - $187.50 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=5968690957&rd=1)

Holy ****!   :o

UNLEASHED DARTH VADER UNMASKED  (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=50269&item=5973922079&rd=1)

Glad I got that when it was current.  Sheesh!  Thanks Jimmy_!  :D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on May 13, 2005, 11:39 PM
I thought $224. for Vader was high.

 :o   Unleashed Unmasked Vader (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=2476&item=5974449053)    :o

 :o  :o  DARTH VADER UNMASKED  (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=50263&item=5972408951&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW)   :o   :o

 :o   :o   :o  Darth Vader Unleashed (unmasked) (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=5971936881&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW)   :o   :o   :o
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on May 14, 2005, 12:41 AM
I thought $224. for Vader was high.

 :o   Unleashed Unmasked Vader (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=2476&item=5974449053)    :o

 :o  :o  DARTH VADER UNMASKED  (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=50263&item=5972408951&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW)   :o   :o

 :o   :o   :o  Darth Vader Unleashed (unmasked) (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=5971936881&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW)   :o   :o   :o

Looks like Toyfare was way off base with their Unleashed price guide in this month's issue.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on May 16, 2005, 01:00 PM
I'll be laughing my ass off if and when the Big H re-releases that one!

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on May 16, 2005, 01:13 PM
I'll be laughing my ass off if and when the Big H re-releases that one!



That's pretty much my exact feeling as well.  Honestly, I just can't see Hasbro getting a huge kick out of the secondary market, it does nothing for them.  Oh sure, it's raising the profile for a while, but mostly it's frustrating sane buyers who are all clamoring for things that were missed. 

I think, regardless of cardback that's been released, we'll start seeing any number of these again, likely in 2006.  Boba Fett for sure - he's too much of a bread and butter character to not jump on it again.  Vader Unmasked might take a bit longer, because we're getting a new Vader in just a couple of weeks.  Yoda I doubt, simply because we have the upcoming Sidious/Yoda pairing to cover that need, except for the completeists. 

What really baffles me still is the lack of Stormtroopers?  Where'd they all go?  I'm sure they didn't expect anyone to army build with them, but the production run couldn't have been that small, could it?  Even Hasbro has to understand the an OT character as popular as a stormtrooper would outsell Count Dooku?  So why are they so hard to find?

Random speculation: Ep III Shocktrooper Unleashed.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on May 16, 2005, 01:54 PM
Well, for you Unleashed freaks, FWIW, I have an extra Yoda Unleashed for trade.

As for the secondary market, Brent is right on the money.  It does nothing for Hasbro other than raise the profile.  In fact, the low availability of helmet-less Vader and the original slave Leia reminds me a lot of what McFarlane has done.  They make some things very tough to get and it generates a lot of buzz.  Some of it's negative and will drive people away, but a lot of it's positive and will draw people in because all of a sudden the line seems that much more collectible.

I'm genuinely excited to see what Unleashed figures ROTS generates.  I'm hoping for a Wookiee ripping a Clone Trooper's arms out of his sockets, but I guess I'll just have to wait and see.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on May 16, 2005, 03:04 PM
Nick, I've still been hunting high and low to see if I can locate something to trade you for that Yoda, but as yet, I haven't run across anything interesting.  If there's anything you're looking for, do let me know and I'll be on the lookout.  :)

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I'm genuinely excited to see what Unleashed figures ROTS generates.  I'm hoping for a Wookiee ripping a Clone Trooper's arms out of his sockets, but I guess I'll just have to wait and see.

There is a maquette on page of 157 of the "Making of ROTS" book alongside some production art of the same situation that shows a Wookiee dismembering a Battle Droid, so maybe they will go off of that for a starting point.   ;D

It seems to me, however, that Hasbro is starting to reach the end of original ideas with a lot of the Unleashed stuff.  To me, it's not a line that really lends itself to a lot of minor Cantina aliens or generic characters (with exceptions of course), and if the next wave that has been rumored to occur is true, it's going to be three versions of characters we already have (for the most part).  If it's a generic Wookiee, that's okay, but another Chewbacca?  And so soon after the last one?

Out of the main characters, the only ones left without an Unleashed figure are R2 and Threepio, Qui-Gon, and Lando.  There are other characters that I'd like to see in UL form (a Biker Scout or Admiral Ackbar in hoverchair would be cool), but some of them I don't know how they could do them.  For instance, I'd love all 6 bounty hunters, but how would you do a 4-LOM Unleashed?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on May 16, 2005, 03:13 PM
The concept for Unleashed definitely has some room for growth.  I could see Hasbro doing some sort of an Unleashed box set along the lines of McFarlane's 2-packs.  Bring the price point of those up to say $20 - $25 and include a larger piece.  Perhaps Jabba the Hutt, Biker Scouts or something else along those lines.

I think there are still a number of possibilities for main characters in the line.  I think you just need to be a little open to different ideas.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on May 16, 2005, 03:14 PM
I'd love all 6 bounty hunters, but how would you do a 4-LOM Unleashed?

Well I think if you can pull off IG-88 you can pretty much do anything.  Bossk is not situational to any movie, as are most of the Unleashed for that matter, so simply taking 4-LOM and putting him (?) into a dynamic pose would be sufficient.  To be honest I'd be really surprised to not see them do all six of the bounty hunters in Unleashed form.  They'd very nearly be guaranteed good sellers.  I wouldn't be overly surprised to see them pull a McFarlane and make a multi-pack with slight changes to previously released figures (some slight paint deco ought to be really irritating).  Three packs would be ideal - Boba/IG/Bossk in a big, old window box should be a lot of fun.  

edit: LOL, Nick and I are sharing a brain today.  Too much time on spawn.com. ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on May 16, 2005, 03:21 PM
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I think there are still a number of possibilities for main characters in the line.  I think you just need to be a little open to different ideas.

Oh yeah, I realize that, but I meant the "main characters" thing more along the lines of "These have no representation at all in the UL line" as opposed to "Nothing else can be done with the main characters we already have."  There are plenty of things I would like if they did with the main characters, like a Bespin Luke, or a Leia Boussh; my point there was that, with unique characters who haven't had an UL figure, those were the only ones I could think of.

That being said, I wouldn't mind an Alec Guinness Obi-Wan in the least.  :)

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Well I think if you can pull off IG-88 you can pretty much do anything.

This is true.  Before I saw the piece, I had wondered how they would be able to pull it off, considering it just stood there in the film (and was more or less a puppet), but they did it and did it very well. 

As for the larger pieces/box set ideas, I'd be all for that.  I don't collect the statues or anything, but the Biker Scout on Speeder Bike that was shown at C3 looked amazing in the photos, and a version that wouldn't leave me eating Ramen for the next two years would be a nice alternative.  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on May 16, 2005, 03:26 PM
I'd love all 6 bounty hunters, but how would you do a 4-LOM Unleashed?


edit: LOL, Nick and I are sharing a brain today.  Too much time on spawn.com. ;)

Hope it's not your brain we're sharing, what with all the brain cells you've been killing!  ;)  Oh, if we only had Molson Bradour in the US.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on May 16, 2005, 03:28 PM
Instead of the box sets, I'd prefer them to do what they did with the ROTS Unleashed Obi-Wan & Anakin.  They can either display well on their own, or put together for a great action display.  That way people can still be selective as to what they buy if they're only interested in one of the two, or grab both.  I'd say it would mean better sales for Hasbro.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on May 16, 2005, 03:38 PM
Instead of the box sets, I'd prefer them to do what they did with the ROTS Unleashed Obi-Wan & Anakin.  They can either display well on their own, or put together for a great action display.  That way people can still be selective as to what they buy if they're only interested in one of the two, or grab both.  I'd say it would mean better sales for Hasbro.

You don't collect SportsPicks, do you? ;)  The point of multipacks as I suggested is to subtley, but sufficiently, tweak a previously released figure.  This results in no increased cost to Hasbro as a mold is already made.  They substitute in a different weapon or slightly alter the paint scheme.  Maybe change the head sculpt a little.  People already own the single figure, but to be complete or get the variation they need to buy the boxed set. 

Result: minimal cost for Hasbro, collectors/completeists go nuts. 

Evidence: Vader - ESB Bespin Gantry (makes sense) versus RH Vader - removable helmet makes no sense, pose makes no sense but only changed base and altered the head portion of the figure.  Minimal cost, maximum return. 

Need more proof: multipacks of clones. ;)

 :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on May 18, 2005, 01:19 PM
Just thought I'd let everyone know that (and this may just be my order) Amazon/TRU.com has pushed back the release/ship dates for the Vader/Sidious/Yoda/Ventress wave to late June.  I got an email from them this morning asking for authorization to delay the shipment, and for some reason they are all going to be shipping one at a time.  I got in on the free shipping deal though, so at least I'm not being charged more for that.

Have carded photographs surfaced yet of this wave?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on May 18, 2005, 01:28 PM
I received that same e-mail this morning, noting the delay in shipping until mid to late June the way it sounded.  I also ordered mine at the time of free shipping, so I will probably just keep them on preorder for now and see what happens.  I kind of expected them to be delayed somewhat, and I'm waiting to see if they will do the same thing with the Evolution sets I have on preorder there, with an "expected" ship date of June 1.  We'll see about that :P.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on June 3, 2005, 04:41 PM
Well, even though it doesn't have anything to do with the new stuff coming, and as if it didn't need anything else to make it cooler, Yakface (http://www.yakface.com) has discovered something in the base sculpt of the UL Anakin that is very interesting.  The bottom of the base (the soot covered side) has been sculpted with Super Battle Droid hands sticking up through the grating!  I can't really explain it that well, but they have a photo of it up over there that illustrates what they are talking about.

I checked the Obi-Wan's base, and he too has the SBD hands coming through the grating in a slightly different way.  Very neat, I thought. :)

Some of my favorite details on the bases for this line are the minor touches you almost miss (like the Reek footprint on Mace's base or the AT-AT footprint on X-Wing Luke's base) when you're looking at the big picture.  Just thought I'd alert everyone to YF.com's posting. 

(Anyone seen any carded photos of the PY/Vader/Ventress wave yet?)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on June 3, 2005, 05:34 PM
The bottom of the base (the soot covered side) has been sculpted with Super Battle Droid hands sticking up through the grating!  I can't really explain it that well, but they have a photo of it up over there that illustrates what they are talking about.

Doesn't it actually look like the SBD's body is in there under the grate as well?  If you look at the lower left corner, it almost looks like the head & shoulders of an SBD, as if you were looking straight down on it from above...  That would put the lower hand there in about the right place, but not the one at the top though.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jayson on June 3, 2005, 07:23 PM
Hey y'all…

I'm Jayson from Yakface.com and I post here regularly (usually just in the Mission Log/Minnesota thread)

I'm glad you caught my little story I posted on the Unleashed Anakin, I too thought it was a pretty sweet little detail on the base. If you click here you can see a larger view of what I was trying to explain.

www.yakface.com/jayson/base.jpg

And your right JediMac, that "top" hand must correspond to the SBD that is on the Obi-Wan base, but I don't have that one opened yet to interlock the two base to see if it lines up right.

see you guys around the forum and thank for reading over there at Yakface
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on June 19, 2005, 04:12 PM
Galactic Hunter (http://www.galactichunter.com) has posted carded front and back photos of the next wave of Unleashed (Vader 3/Ventress/Sidious vs. Yoda).  This was the first time I'd seen them anywhere, so I'm hoping it won't be long before they show up on the shores of North America.

Here's to hoping that TRU/Amazon actually get all of them in numbers enough to fill all the preorders.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on June 20, 2005, 09:20 AM
Yeah, I hope these will be showing up pretty soon.  I've had them preordered on Amazon for quite some time now, hopefully they'll be able to come through with everyone's orders.  The stores seem to have restocked locally with more of the first wave, with the Grievous one being the most scarce.  I don't know why people avoid the Anakin/Obi-Wan ones, I really think they make a great display together.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on June 20, 2005, 09:38 AM
Tons of Anakin and Obi-Wan up here. Grievous can be found but not large in numbers, even with the TRU sale we had awhile ago I think this is the most Unleashed characters released up here and there peg warmers now.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on June 20, 2005, 08:57 PM
Well, I got another email from Amazon/TRU a few hours ago, but I'm hoping it isn't one of their thinly veiled "we oversold and underordered, it sucks to be you" emails they've sent out in the past.  Basically, it said that the items I ordered (all three of the UL figures) were "not yet released" and that they would keep my order on file for when the items were released.  I can't recall the exact wording, but the gist of it was that they weren't going to assign a release date to them at all since they've already gone through three release dates with no actual release.

Anybody else get the email, or something similar/dissimilar?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Ben on June 22, 2005, 05:00 AM
AFA 90 graded Unmasked Vader. (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=5982312003&rd=1)


 :o

Insanity.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: vegastrooper on June 22, 2005, 08:53 AM
AFA 90 graded Unmasked Vader. (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=5982312003&rd=1)


 :o

Insanity.

I could put good use to $555...that's down right insane. :o  Enjoy your purchase buddy...maybe when you retire, you can sell it and live like a king!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on June 22, 2005, 09:09 AM
Thats just plain madness.   :o
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on June 22, 2005, 12:50 PM
Got an email from Amazon today stating unleashed are not yet in.  I think it came because the Evolutions sets may be in and my orders are combined.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on June 22, 2005, 04:06 PM
That Unleashed Vader...wow.  Somebody really needs to forward the auction results to Hasbro so they can see just how out of hand the harder-to-find Unleashed figure prices are getting.  It would be one thing if it was a statue along the lines of GG's stuff, but this is a 15 dollar toy.  The continuing aftermarket prices for figures like Vader, Yoda, Boba, Leia, and the Stormtrooper should be a signal to Hasbro that something should be done to get these figures back into circulation.

Will it happen?  Of course not.  They've got to devote their energies to more promising lines like Force Battlers and Jedi Force which have more dust on them than anything else in my local retailers and the former of which runs the risk of being cut out of Target's plans altogether from the looks of it.

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Got an email from Amazon today stating unleashed are not yet in.  I think it came because the Evolutions sets may be in and my orders are combined.

You must have gotten the same/a similar email like I got.  I'm hoping this is because they just aren't in yet and Amazon doesn't want to give them yet another release date and not stick to it.  I'm dreading that they're preparing for not being able to have enough to fill all the preorders they have been taking since early April.  They've already split my order into three separate shipments (meaning I'll probably get Ventress and be shorted the other two), so I'm a little worried about things right now.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on June 22, 2005, 04:19 PM
I was unable to even order the Vader as it was.  Sadly our local flea market/ebay guys are well aware of Unleashed potential.  Couple that with the inability to have the first three ROTS Unleashed clear themselves out and it doesn't bode particularly well. 

As for anyone paying that much for an Unleashed Vader, it's just pure stupidity and I won't even apologize if it's someone here.  My Sideshow Vader, while not AFA graded ::) cost less than that and comes with a useless droid as well.  Geez, you could actually get a Sideshow and a Gentle Giant Vader for that price, minus the shipping.  I paid $149 for my GG and whatever $400 it was for the Sideshow.  That's dumb.  Just plain dumb. 

As for Hasbro re-releasing stuff, well, I think they will.  Maybe not the RH Vader as Vader's coming anyway in ROTS form and was released twice previously, albeit in smaller numbers.  Yoda's coming with Sidious already so I really don't get the whole thing with the previous version considering the second is nearly identical in many ways.  I do think Boba will be re-released, as will Han and the stormtrooper.  And probably a few things that don't need to be.  My suggestion is that anything that didn't get a re-release already (Vader, Leia) on new cardback is eligible to show up again. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on June 26, 2005, 09:16 PM
I just got a shipping notice from amazon that my Vader has shipped but my other two are still on back order.  Weird that they didn't wait for all three to come in but at least I'm getting one of them!!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on June 27, 2005, 03:21 PM
If were Hasbro were smart, they'd ride this Unleashed horse to the bank.

Re-release the "in-demand" figures - change the cardback for all I care as to not upset the purists.

I know there are a lot of these figures I just plain missed out on that'd I'd really like to add to my collection.

But I'm not in the position to pay $100-$200 for a $15.00 piece of plastic.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on June 27, 2005, 03:32 PM
If were Hasbro were smart,

You do realize the problem with this statement, right?   ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on June 29, 2005, 04:21 PM
Well, they are catching on and listening to us.

We're getting more detail, articulation and it looks like we're getting more clones!!

 ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on June 30, 2005, 03:30 PM
Just opened up the new Vader and it is one heavy piece.  You have to assemble the stairs and then place the peg in his cape in to the hole in the top of the stairs.  You really need to get this in all the way or I think he is going to come tumbling down if you don't.  Right now, my saber needs some help pointing straight (you add the actual blade to the grip) since my grip was bent but overall, very impressive.  The best way to display this, IMO, is high up or you will miss the effect of him "descending" upon you!!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on June 30, 2005, 03:35 PM
The best way to display this, IMO, is high up or you will miss the effect of him "descending" upon you!!

I thought that might be the case.  From the pictures I've seen, he seems a bit obscured whenever a pic is taken from an upper angle. 

Still looking forward to having him in my hands, though.  Hopefully I actually see this one at retail or I'm going to have to resort to online ordering.  And soon because I don't want to miss Vader for the 3rd time!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on June 30, 2005, 04:50 PM
Still no sign that Amazon is actually going to ship any of the Unleashed figures to me anytime soon.  No activity on my credit card, and no change in the order status at the website.  Of course, the minute I find them at retail and come home to cancel the order, they will have shipped in the hour I'm away from the computer.  ::)

Any idea why they only shipped you Vader now, Beth?  And did they happen to say how long it would be before they sent the other two?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on June 30, 2005, 04:58 PM
Some guy was slingin his Vader on Spawn.com.  Said he got it from Amazon.  Strange that only that one is shipping.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on June 30, 2005, 09:56 PM
No activity on my other two and I ordered all at the same time.  In fact, the two left state they will be shipping on June 10th....so Amazon has not updated my order even after shipping Vader.

One thing to mention for anyone that keeps these carded.  It arrived jammed (and I do mean JAMMED) in the smallest box you could imagine.  They had to fold the top and sides in to stuff it in the box.  Obviously I don't care but I would have had a cow right on the spot if I was going to display it mint.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on July 1, 2005, 08:16 PM
Just added the red Clone Trooper to my collection.  :)

Update: Just scored a set of the new Unleashed!  I must say that I was very unimpressed w/ the Asajj at C3 and still am somewhat now that I've opened one.  I decided last month that I'm fully committed to this line now so I'm grabbing every piece.  I still have 12 pieces I need to go get that are already released and a few of those I have hook ups on so hopefully I can get them soon.  The new Vader is very heavy and very menacing.  The Yoda/Sidious just flat out rocks!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on July 4, 2005, 03:29 PM
Does anyone know who the guy is who does the Unleashed artwork and was selling his stuff at C3?  I really wanted to get the Vader art he was doing (now the cardback for the ROTS Unleashed Vader) but really didn't have a way to get it home from Indy.  Anyone know another place to find his work online?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on July 4, 2005, 03:38 PM
I bought his Vader print at C3 - I absolutely love his work.  I can't remember his name off hand, but I'll get his name off the print tonight for you.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on July 4, 2005, 04:55 PM
I bought his Vader print at C3 - I absolutely love his work.  I can't remember his name off hand, but I'll get his name off the print tonight for you.

Thanks buddy.  That was the one I wanted to get.  What was his asking price anyway?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on July 4, 2005, 05:08 PM
They were selling them for $75.  I just couldn't pass up on it.  He was incredibly friendly and I got to choose whichever print number I wanted - I chose #75 (of 250) because I was born in '75.  I told them that they have to convince someone to print those cardbacks in poster format because they'd sell like crazy.

I had to place it between 2 pieces of cardboard and it just fit in my suitcase - the paper was so thick that I couldn't roll it to fit in a tube.

Oh, that reminds me.  It's at the framing shop right now, so it might take me until Wednesday (my day off) before I can find his name for you.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on July 5, 2005, 02:38 AM
I managed to track down some pics of the C3 print on my computer.  They're pretty poor because the flash washed out a lot of the color.

(http://www.jedidefender.com/jwall/pics/IMG_1803%20-%2030%25.JPG)

The artist's name is Clark Mitchell and his company is Four G Squared.

(http://www.jedidefender.com/jwall/pics/IMG_1805%20-%20resize.jpg)

(http://www.jedidefender.com/jwall/pics/IMG_1804%20-%20crop%20-%2060%25.JPG)

I tried Googling both his name and his company's name, but I really couldn't find much on him.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: knashdx on July 5, 2005, 07:38 AM
Does anyone know where I can find an electronic copy of the artwork that is used on the cards for the Unleashed figures?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on July 5, 2005, 07:16 PM
Given everyone else's posts in various forums here that the Ventress UL was usually abundant in their stores and the only sign of that wave having shown up, I went ahead and cancelled my Ventress from TRU/Amazon this morning, since it had yet to show any activity whatsoever.  What is more interesting was that as soon as I removed Ventress, the entire order was updated, and it gave a revised shipping date for Sidious/Yoda and Vader as between 07/07/2005 (Thursday) and 07/11/2005 (Monday) with an arrival date sometime next week.

Will Amazon stick to this?  I highly doubt it unless a big truck of Unleashed falls on their doorstep.  I'm definitely going to keep the Sidious/Yoda and Vader on order because if the past is any indication, Vader is going to be a bitch to locate and Sidious/Yoda won't be much easier, and also Target seems to have an aversion to stocking anything as of late in my area.  Unless it happens to be a case with more Neimoidian Warriors for the ROTS line, that is.   ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on July 5, 2005, 07:40 PM
Thanks Jesse!  Gotta look that guy up now.

Yeah, Asajj is the pegwarmer, but they are still moving.  Too many people into the line now. 

Got my Tusken Raider via trade today.  The collection grows! 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JayDouble on July 5, 2005, 10:16 PM
Next wave of Unleashed has been posted at : SW.com (http://www.starwars.com/collecting/news/hasbro/news20050705.html)
(http://www.starwars.com/collecting/news/hasbro/img/20050705_1_bg.jpg)
(http://www.starwars.com/collecting/news/hasbro/img/20050705_2_bg.jpg)
(http://www.starwars.com/collecting/news/hasbro/img/20050705_3_bg.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Rob on July 5, 2005, 10:59 PM
Lovely - a bunch of rehashes.

The Clone and Solo are nice enough - but that wookie didn't look good last time around.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on July 6, 2005, 12:03 AM
Lovely - a bunch of rehashes.

The Clone and Solo are nice enough - but that wookie didn't look good last time around.

I'll agree here. 
The wookie I have precisely zero need of.  It's lame, IMO.

The Shock Trooper is a personal guard to Palpatine, or so all the text tells us, so I guess I can make that stretch, but I'm not sure it's different enough from the red clone I already have.

Han looks pretty cool though, and I'm going to guess the next wave will have the base join up with that one having a Luke Stormie.  I'll likely unload my classic Han in favor of this one.  Maybe.  Maybe not.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: SilverZ on July 6, 2005, 12:31 AM
Fantastic, another hidious Wookiee sculpt and two characters that will be hoarder and scalper targets. I can't wait to find tons of the Wook and zero of the other two. Fun!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on July 6, 2005, 01:56 AM
Another Wookiee with different weapons... whoopee.

Han I like and the Shock Trooper I can live with but Hasbro should have came out with different characters that have not been done. I just hope that these figs don't kill the line.  :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: SilverZ on July 6, 2005, 03:41 AM
Lovely - a bunch of rehashes.

I take it that the Han is the Stormtrooper body with a new head and base, but I can't tell for certain on the clone. Did they just do a head and base swap on that, too? My memory of the AOTC version is shoddy.

I'm not too annoyed with them, because it's a bit of the old POTJ mindset that I guess works to squeeze out a few figures we might not have otherwise seen. But I also hope this doesn't become a major trend.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on July 6, 2005, 07:27 AM

I know any type of trooper sells so I guess tossing in another one after a few waves is ok but another Wookiee???  I might get two Han's (even though it's another character repeat).  One with the helmet on and one to display without.  I was hoping for a Qui-Gon but what the hell was I thinking?? This is Hasbro after all.... :P
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on July 6, 2005, 07:57 AM
Lovely - a bunch of rehashes.

The Clone and Solo are nice enough - but that wookie didn't look good last time around.

I'll agree here.
The wookie I have precisely zero need of. It's lame, IMO.

The Shock Trooper is a personal guard to Palpatine, or so all the text tells us, so I guess I can make that stretch, but I'm not sure it's different enough from the red clone I already have.

Han looks pretty cool though, and I'm going to guess the next wave will have the base join up with that one having a Luke Stormie. I'll likely unload my classic Han in favor of this one. Maybe. Maybe not.

Love em all minus chewie - it's just too difficult to pull off "hair" in plastic.

Morgbug - if you decide to sell classic Han, drop me a line! 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on July 6, 2005, 08:57 AM
It looks like the rumors from earlier this year were true.  It does look to me like all three might be rehashed/retooled a bit from previous versions.  Even with that, I like this wave.  The Chewbacca probably wasn't necessary...and the first version wasn't anything spectacular anyways...but I'll probably pick it up since I'm a Han/Chewie fan.  I actually really like the Stormtrooper Han, and the comment earlier about a Stormtrooper Luke in the future is probably pretty accurate.  The clone is cool too, and I'm glad I held off on picking up the AOTC Clone version, as I'll get this one instead.  I really enjoy this line, and hope we get some news of future waves for later this year or early next year.  Now, to just re-invent the shelves some more to see if I can keep having the space to support this collection ;).  No new updates from Amazon on my preordered Vader and Yoda/Sidious, I hope they can come through and ship these.
Title: Unleashed Chewbacca, Clonetrooper, Han Stormtrooper
Post by: Darth Broem on July 6, 2005, 09:00 AM
http://www.starwars.com/collecting/news/hasbro/news20050705.html

So far I have managed to resist the Unleashed line.  Since Hasbro has dumped the 12 inch line I am thinking about going into this area more and more.  I really like the looks of these three.  Especially that Clonetrooper!  Wow! 

Title: Re: Unleashed Chewbacca, Clonetrooper, Han Stormtrooper
Post by: Dressel Rebel on July 6, 2005, 09:48 AM
Personally I think they took the old chewbacca, put an EIII wookiee blaster in his hand and a shield and called it "new," and then they took the old clone trooper, painted parts of it red, put the shorter rifle in his hand and removed the dead clone base in favor of a lava one, and then took the old stormtrooper, pulled the head off and gave it a han head.

Junk.

Give us something new, rehashes look ****** especially in this line.  These 3 look just like 3 others we already have.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on July 6, 2005, 09:58 AM
Looking at the photos and then looking at the original figures on which they are based (no pun intended), it's fairly apparent that these are practically straight rehashes, with minor sculpting changes on Han and the Clone.

The Han is the exact same pose and the exact same body as the previously (un)available Stormtrooper from earlier this year.  The only difference is the head, but at least they did a removable helmet.  The base, however, looks completely new, as is the tentacle (although it wouldn't surprise me if they went back to the Fett's Sarlaac and used one of those; I just can't tell from the photos).

The Clone is the exact same mold as the AOTC Clone(s), but with a new head and a new blaster, and obviously a new paintjob.  Again, the base is completely new, and Clones are popular enough (and the sculpt is good enough) for me to not be upset at all about this one.

Both of these will probably fly off the shelves, as even though they are rehashes, they are different and unique enough that they will still look great displayed with the others.  Chewbacca, however...

It's the same figure as the one previously released that nearly everyone disliked (I didn't think it was *that* bad myself).  The main gripe most people I know had with it was that "base" which was just a blob of green and instead of doing something interesting with it this time around, we get the same blob, only in tan.  His hand was already molded to look like it could hold something, so they just slapped that Wookiee totem pole shield in it and gave him a new gun, which looks fairly awkward in the photos.

Quote
I just hope that these figs don't kill the line.

I don't think they will, as I think the Han and Clone will sell really well, but Chewie is going to be around for a long, long time I fear.
Title: Re: Unleashed Chewbacca, Clonetrooper, Han Stormtrooper
Post by: ruiner on July 6, 2005, 10:41 AM
http://www.starwars.com/collecting/news/hasbro/news20050705.html

So far I have managed to resist the Unleashed line.  Since Hasbro has dumped the 12 inch line I am thinking about going into this area more and more.  I really like the looks of these three.  Especially that Clonetrooper!  Wow! 



I'd love to go back and get the ones I'm missing, but I can't justify the secondary prices....
Title: Re: Unleashed Chewbacca, Clonetrooper, Han Stormtrooper
Post by: speedermike on July 6, 2005, 10:42 AM
While I'm not into the Unleashed, it's good to see that Hasbro is showing new product before ComiCon.  Hopefully we'll see new 3 3/4 guys.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on July 6, 2005, 11:41 AM
It almost looks like Hasbro took a page out of the McFarlane Sports Picks playbook when they came up with this wave.  Each piece seems to be a modified version of the previous releases.

The Shocktrooper seems like the best one, IMO.  It's got enough differences to be pretty cool.  Han is good, too.  Especially the base, but the clincher for me is that the head sculpt looks excellent.

Chewie seems to be the problem child of Unleashed.  Fur, flying or otherwise,  just doesn't translate well in this medium.  Even Gentle Giant had trouble with Chewbacca, and their sculptors and manufacturing process are signifigantly better.  Oh well.
Title: Re: Unleashed Chewbacca, Clonetrooper, Han Stormtrooper
Post by: Nathan on July 6, 2005, 12:44 PM
Personally I think they took the old chewbacca, put an EIII wookiee blaster in his hand and a shield and called it "new," and then they took the old clone trooper, painted parts of it red, put the shorter rifle in his hand and removed the dead clone base in favor of a lava one, and then took the old stormtrooper, pulled the head off and gave it a han head.

Junk.

Give us something new, rehashes look ****** especially in this line. These 3 look just like 3 others we already have.

Jeez you're a glass-half-empty guy aren't you?

I think they're cool.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on July 6, 2005, 01:20 PM
Holy Crap!!

Insiders are saying that this is the FINAL wave of unleashed!

Why would Hasbro dump such a successful line??

Something better on the horizon?

 ???
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on July 6, 2005, 01:30 PM
I just hope that these figs don't kill the line.  :-\

Yep, thats what there saying on the front page of RS.

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Hasbro (http://www.hasbro.com/starwars/pl/page.news/newsID.C2DF74FF-D56F-E112-438F8E5B520D3344/default.cfm) updates today with more details and we've gotten word that these three figures will be the final wave and the end of the Unleashed line as we know it.


Damn, this is one successful line and...  :'(
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on July 6, 2005, 01:46 PM
Just saw that on Scum.  Why in the hell would they end this line?  It's only gaining popularity, not losing it. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Darth Broem on July 6, 2005, 01:53 PM
What??? I don't get that?  They finally hook me with these and they give it up?  Hasbro is strange. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JayDouble on July 6, 2005, 01:58 PM
Good luck to you completist.  If we thought prices are high now, wait till word spreads that the line is done.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on July 6, 2005, 02:04 PM
Personally I think they took the old chewbacca, put an EIII wookiee blaster in his hand and a shield and called it "new," and then they took the old clone trooper, painted parts of it red, put the shorter rifle in his hand and removed the dead clone base in favor of a lava one, and then took the old stormtrooper, pulled the head off and gave it a han head.

Junk.

Give us something new, rehashes look ****** especially in this line. These 3 look just like 3 others we already have.

Jeez you're a glass-half-empty guy aren't you?

I think they're cool.

Say what you will about Dressel.

He's right.  These ARE 100% rehashes and that Chewbacca is lame.

The other two are okay. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: vegastrooper on July 6, 2005, 02:06 PM
Typical Hasbro...have something good and they kill it.  Might have to sack up, pay a little extra and preorder the whole set, that way I can assure myself of getting my hands on the last 3...and having the complete unleashed line.  Highly doubt these will hit in high numbers being the last wave of the line.  Not crazy about another han and pissed about another chewy...guess scalpers can go crazy on the shock trooper!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Darth Broem on July 6, 2005, 02:10 PM
Sorry I am not into the Unleashed line and did realize they were basically all rehashes.  I guess it does not matter anyway since they are going to cancel it alltogether.  Odd.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on July 6, 2005, 02:11 PM
This really is crappy news if it turns out to be true.  It seems to be quite successful, and growing in popularity with each wave.  I thought I remembered some comments coming out of ToyFair/Celebration III that Hasbro was being coy about the future of Unleashed, saying something "big" was coming next year.  It sounded like the format may be changing, but that the line wasn't ending.  I'll have to see if I can dig those comments up here...but maybe the "Unleashed as we know it" is the key part of the equation, and we're seeing the line continue, but in a different type of direction.  I certainly hope this isn't the end, this was one of my favorite collections.

Edit:  Ok, I'm not sure if this was the exact quote I was looking for...but this was in the Hasbro Q and A from Celebration III (from GH.com)...question number 10:  Hasbro Q and A (http://www.galactichunter.com/swc3/hasbroqa.asp)

Q:"Will Unleashed be continuing in 2006?"
A: "Yes, and no" (Hasbro would not elaborate on this answer)

Hopefully we'll find out more at Comic-Con.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on July 6, 2005, 02:22 PM
This really is crappy news if it turns out to be true.  It seems to be quite successful, and growing in popularity with each wave.  I thought I remembered some comments coming out of ToyFair/Celebration III that Hasbro was being coy about the future of Unleashed, saying something "big" was coming next year.  It sounded like the format may be changing, but that the line wasn't ending.  I'll have to see if I can dig those comments up here...but maybe the "Unleashed as we know it" is the key part of the equation, and we're seeing the line continue, but in a different type of direction.  I certainly hope this isn't the end, this was one of my favorite collections.

Edit:  Ok, I'm not sure if this was the exact quote I was looking for...but this was in the Hasbro Q and A from Celebration III (from GH.com)...question number 10:  Hasbro Q and A (http://www.galactichunter.com/swc3/hasbroqa.asp)

Q:"Will Unleashed be continuing in 2006?"
A: "Yes, and no" (Hasbro would not elaborate on this answer)

Hopefully we'll find out more at Comic-Con.

Good theory.  Maybe the format is changing, name and all.  I just can't imagine they would stop something that is so popular.  At least now we know why we got the rehashes.  They obviously aren't going to put anymore money, time or effort into the line.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on July 6, 2005, 03:25 PM
I was just reading the What's Next For Hasbro? (http://www.rebelscum.com/article.asp?i=93604) article on the front page of RS.

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Unleashed
The three Unleased figures that debuted yesterday will be the final three figures in the line as we know it. The 7" scale will be phased out after 4 successful years. However, the line WILL continue in a different format. Plans call for a new line of 2" figures sold together in a 4-pack set. No word yet on which characters will be included, but it sounds like there will be room for many more characters to get unleashed in this format. 

Oh bloody great, a 2" Unleashed line? McFarlane did this with his figures and that line sucks!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on July 6, 2005, 03:28 PM
I was just reading the What's Next For Hasbro? (http://www.rebelscum.com/article.asp?i=93604) article on the front page of RS.

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Unleashed
The three Unleased figures that debuted yesterday will be the final three figures in the line as we know it. The 7" scale will be phased out after 4 successful years. However, the line WILL continue in a different format. Plans call for a new line of 2" figures sold together in a 4-pack set. No word yet on which characters will be included, but it sounds like there will be room for many more characters to get unleashed in this format. 

Oh bloody great, a 2" Unleashed line? McFarlane did this with his figures and that line sucks!

I have zero interest in a "mini" line.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on July 6, 2005, 03:37 PM
Jesus, this is the worst idea ever to come out of the mother brain.

It may be time to call it quits...with everything.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: knashdx on July 6, 2005, 03:40 PM
gee a 2" scale Yoda...and I shall call me Mini-Yoda!!!


2" scale line is the worst idea ever. There is still a bunch of cool figures that could be done for the Unleashed line.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: vegastrooper on July 6, 2005, 03:40 PM
Oh bloody great, a 2" Unleashed line? McFarlane did this with his figures and that line sucks!

That's my exact thought...
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on July 6, 2005, 03:41 PM
Wow, if that's where this is headed, I'm likely out as well.  With the miniatures, as well as the Attacktix line, why do they need another "wee" line?  This is quite disappointing to me, as Unleashed was one of the lines I enjoyed the most...and it really seemed to be gaining steam.  Hopefully this is just rumor as of now, and we won't see the 7" line disappear totally.  It isn't as if they have exhausted the options for that line yet, there are so many characters yet to be made, even if they didn't get to "backgroundy" with the selection.  Here's some I wouldn't mind seeing:

Lando Calrissian (Bespin or Skiff Guard)
Princess Leia (ANH or Boussh)
Han Solo (Bespin or Endor)
Luke Skywalker (Bespin or Tatooine)
C-3PO and R2-D2 (maybe with R2 'splodin like at the Endor bunker...with 3PO reacting behind)
Stormtrooper (make it more available), Snowtrooper, Biker Scout
4-LOM, Dengar, Zuckuss (continue the Bounty Hunters)
"Old" Ben Kenobi
Jedi - Fisto, Koon, Tiin, Shaak Ti, so many Jedi could be used here.
Clones - More options here as well.

There are a lot of directions they could still go with the line, easily enough for another couple years.  I've always tried to give Hasbro the benefit of the doubt, but this really seems like a dumb move.  Take a line that is well done, universally liked, and gaining popularity with each wave...and cancel it.  Move to a 2" scale that competes with your own other "new" lines.  Man I hope this isn't true.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on July 6, 2005, 03:46 PM
Those are great examples.  We need more Unleashed!  A 2" scale line caters to kids, that's it.  They already have the Attacktix line, so this makes no sense.  The Unleashed line isn't suffering and isn't slowing down.  More people I know are getting into it, including myself.  This move makes absolutely no sense to me.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on July 6, 2005, 03:52 PM
Yeah, I don't understand it at all.  I mean, we've seen some questionable choices from Hasbro over the years, but this one really doesn't make sense.  It seems like there are many collectors who just collect this line, and not even basic figures.  Moving to a 2" scale isn't likely going to target a big collector market, and they are competing with several things of the same scale....miniatures, Attacktix, Galactic Heroes, etc.  Don't tell me they don't think they can have Unleashed (6-7" scale) out when they have the Force (7 is the new 3 3/4") Battlers clogging up retail space.  I'm just really holding out hope that this "regular" Unleashed line will continue, even if it is only 4-5 pieces a year.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JedioftheNorth on July 6, 2005, 04:00 PM
This new really sucks this was by far the best line of figs ever now there going to be 2" tall.  Like DSJ said mcfarlane did that and they look terrible and not really interested in a mini line of star wars.  Sometimes hasbro makes the weridest decisions.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on July 6, 2005, 04:14 PM
All I can say is I am as mad as hell... (http://fozzy42.com/SoundClips/Movies/Misc/network_mad_as_hell.wav)   ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on July 6, 2005, 04:28 PM
I was just reading the What's Next For Hasbro? (http://www.rebelscum.com/article.asp?i=93604) article on the front page of RS.

Unleashed
The three Unleased figures that debuted yesterday will be the final three figures in the line as we know it. The 7" scale will be phased out after 4 successful years. However, the line WILL continue in a different format. Plans call for a new line of 2" figures sold together in a 4-pack set. No word yet on which characters will be included, but it sounds like there will be room for many more characters to get unleashed in this format. 

OK, one, is this all coming from RS or is there another source to it?  If it's from RS, with all due respect to them I'd suggest a grain of salt.

Two, if it's an actual occurrence, obviously Hasbro is farther out to lunch than I could have ever imagined.  Seriously, what a bunch of buffoons if they think this is an intelligent idea.  They've got a great line that has done nothing but gain speed after a slow start; they've got huge secondary market buzz without any effort on their part and they still harp on the kiddies idea? 

Does anyone ever go to a store anymore?  I mean the people from McFarlane or Hasbro?  Their gawdawful kid-targeted lines are sucking dirt on shelves, not moving.  Their less cool unleashed (or overproduced *coughAnakin/Obi-WanROTS*cough) sit while the others incite riots and secondary market pricing but sales and buzz are phenomenal.  McFarlane is equally stupid - 3" baseball two packs are $2 each at Walmart, as are the hockey two-packs, neither of which are moving.  Gretzky is to be found everywhere. 

Dear toy retailer, here's a hint - stop looking at the computer and pre-sales figures.  Get off yer ass and go look at a store.  Talk to a toy section manager about the **** you keep sending them (they're sold to you, they ain't selling at full retail) and you might, just might, learn something >:(

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on July 6, 2005, 04:39 PM
I'm not as elegant as Brent, so I'll just say this - What an ******* incredibly stupid idea.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on July 6, 2005, 05:11 PM
Thanks Hasbro for ruining a good thing.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on July 6, 2005, 05:18 PM
Can we start a petition or something?  I'd be more than happy to spearhead that. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: evenflow on July 6, 2005, 06:05 PM
I didnt even collect this line and i think its a stupid idea for them to bring it to an end already. I am not sure what they are thinking.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on July 6, 2005, 08:27 PM
You know, just when I think Hasbro can't sink any lower, they even think about pulling this ****.  Their one non-4" success in the last five years and what do they do?  They decide to cancel it.  If this is true, and the UL line is coming to an end in this form, then this will be the point where I quit completely.  I'll spend the next fifty years trying to find a Yoda, RH Vader, and Jango Fett at a decent price so I can have the complete set, and I'll never give Hasbro another dollar of my money.

I'm seriously hoping this isn't true, but it would not surprise me in the least.  I guess they need all that plastic to keep making those awesome Force Battlers or Attacktix that are selling so well right now.  ::)

And a 2 inch Unleashed line?  Excuse me, they already have three other lines (WOTC Miniatures, Attacktix, and Galactic Heroes) at a small scale, and one of those is one too many as it is.  Do they think ANOTHER small scale line is going to sell?

JediMAC, if this turns out to be true, I would like to ask you to ask the Hasbro reps if they are, in fact, insane, and if they reply in the negative, ask them if they are OUT OF THEIR ******* MINDS ON LSD because that's the only way I could even begin to grasp how they could make what has to be the most unbelievably stupid decision they've made in a long time.

And on a serious note, does anyone want to split a case of the "final wave" with me?  They usually come 2 per case, so if someone wants one of each and will let me have the other one of each, we can split everything straight down the middle. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: knashdx on July 6, 2005, 10:29 PM
Someone at Hasbro must have been smiking the same **** that McFarlane is because the idea of going to 2" is just plain ****** in the head.

Thought running through people's mind at Hasbro...

" I know lets follow in the footsteps of Todd McFarlane and what they did with their toys."

 Never mind the fact that it ranks right up there with the stupidest idea in the world, with letting the moron who was captaining the Valdez when it went aground and started spewing oil!!!

GOD DAMN I HATE HASBRO RIGHT NOW!!!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on July 6, 2005, 11:05 PM
Just for the sake of Devil's Advocate, how reliable is this information?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on July 6, 2005, 11:06 PM
Just for the sake of Devil's Advocate, how reliable is this information?

That's exactly what I want to know.

Perhaps someone at RS was asked to start this rumour to see the response?

[/conspiracy theory] 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on July 6, 2005, 11:22 PM
I truly hope it's bogus cause 2" is insane.  The 3" SportsPicks are crap.  They warm pegs and don't appeal to kids.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on July 7, 2005, 03:51 AM
Just for the sake of Devil's Advocate, how reliable is this information?

Im hoping that its just a rumor, but after Hasbros response about the Unleashed line at Celebration Im not so sure.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Darth Broem on July 7, 2005, 09:06 AM
It could be a rumor?  Wow!  I would hate to be a Hasbro rep headed into this storm at SDCC.  They might have to escort Matt out of the facilities :)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on July 7, 2005, 04:04 PM
Yeah, I really think that Hasbro reps are going to be hammered about this next week...and rightfully so.  Although it isn't their fault personally, I'm sure they are going to get a number of questions about the Unleashed line.  I really hope the rumor isn't true, or at least not absolutely true, and this line is continuing.  It would be nice if they at least could do it in some capacity, even if it had to be...gulp...exclusive.  I don't usually like exclusives either, but if say they made them just for a place like TRU, if it meant the line continuing...I'd be for it.  Its better than it stopping altogether.  I'm wondering if places like Wal-Mart (or maybe Target) didn't put their full support behind it and that is why it is failing.  It would likely make them tough to find (if they weren't already), but Unleashed might lend itself well to an exclusive and/or limited line.  Better than nothing I guess.  We'll see.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on July 7, 2005, 05:16 PM
You're probably right.

Target just recently put the unleashed line in their POG while WM has never really supported it.

TRU can't drive the business either (alone).

I'm sure it's not cheap to tool these larger scale figures - my bet would be the pay off ratio between sales and investment was not meeting company standards.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on July 7, 2005, 05:40 PM
You're probably right.

Target just recently put the unleashed line in their POG while WM has never really supported it.

TRU can't drive the business either (alone).

I'm sure it's not cheap to tool these larger scale figures - my bet would be the pay off ratio between sales and investment was not meeting company standards.



Probably true, unfortunately.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on July 7, 2005, 05:45 PM
One of the things that vexes me (cue Joaquin Phoenix voice) is that since this rumor surfaced on "the other site," there has been nothing but universal eye-rolling and disbelief from not just the Unleashed collectors, but also people who don't even buy the figures normally.  Yes, there have been figures that warmed pegs from the line (Hoth Luke, Bossk, Tusken, reissue of Mace), but that is true for any line Hasbro does.  If they're going to use the rationale that Anakin and Obi-Wan are (unjustly) sitting on pegs too long as reason for cancellation, then why don't they cancel the Force Battlers line for the same reason?  All I see when I go into any retailer is Obi-Wan and Anakin FBs, and in at least 10 times the amount as the Unleashed figures. 

While we're at it, let's cancel the basic action figure line too, since those Neimoidian Warriors and Mas Ameddas are just indicative of Star Wars in general not selling.  Let's just do Jedi Force figures from here on out, since they sell so well compared to the other lines.   ::)

I don't care what excuse Hasbro gives, this is simply put the most illogical cancellation of a line in their history of having the license.  The 12" line they killed themselves because they wouldn't take any risks with it, did subpar work on the figures they did release, and the minor characters they did wouldn't even appeal to the hardcore fans (Garindan? WTF?).  So, they cancel that line because of "a lack of interest."

Unleashed figures are, arguably, the most popular non-4" line that Hasbro has done for SW in the modern era.  There is more demand for these figures on Ebay than any other SW line, including the 4" figures (when you can get nearly any 4" figure from the last ten years for retail or below, but can't get any Unleashed, even the pegwarmers like Jango, for any less than original retail if you're lucky, that should tell them something).  Why they would choose to cancel such a popular line at what is arguably the height of its popularity, and a swell of demand for older figures to be released so Ebay doesn't have to be an option, is mind-numblingly stupid.

Matt, I'm really depending on you to be the eyes, ears, and voice of the Rep...well, me, at the SDCC, and give Hasbro hell for this decision.  An old friend used to refer to the Hasbro SW team as "crack smoking monkeys" and after a few years of sobriety, it seems that Hasbro has gone back to the junk.   :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nathan on July 7, 2005, 06:10 PM
Up to this point I haven't collected Unleashed -- though I'm going to get some of the recent ones (Ventress, Red shocktrooper, etc.) since those look better to me than most of the early offerings.

I hope this rumor is not true. And especially not the part about going to a 2" scale. I mean, what the **** is can they be thinking over there?? ::) ???
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on July 7, 2005, 10:41 PM
Well, it's time for another Amazon update on Vader/Sidious vs. Yoda/Ventress.

I just went over to check the status of my order (which as of earlier today had the ship date listed as today, and arrival expected between the 12th and the 14th), to find that the ship date has now been moved to September 9th!  I've already been looking for them at the local Target ("We don't have no Vaders") to no avail, but at this rate, I think I'll find them at K-Mart before Amazon actually gets them in stock.   ::)

Just a heads-up to my fellow Amazon/TRU.com preorderers that, at least in my case, there is now a fifth release date given for the figures.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on July 8, 2005, 08:03 AM
Yeah, I've given up on my Amazon order.  I placed my order clear back in April!

If I see them at retail, you can bet your bottom dollar I'll pick them up.  And if my Amazon order does ship before I die, then I'll use them as trade fodder.

You know, if investment is a concern, no one is saying Hasbro has to offer three new molds every time a new assortment is released.

I think it's perfectly "ethical" to re-release older figs on new cardbacks once in a while to bring in new collectors and keep the pegs fresh.

Figs that have not seen the new cardback include:

-Padme
-Anakin (1st)
-Bald Vader
-Jango
-Maul

And of course, there are some figures that would just plain sell if you brought them back:

-Luke Jedi
-Leia
-Fett (as in Boba)
-Solo
-Stormie
-Yoda
-IG-88

And yes, I'm willing to relocate to Rhode Island.

 8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on July 8, 2005, 09:07 AM
I'm starting to wonder about the Amazon preorders as well.  I've had the Vader and Yoda/Sidious preordered since they first showed up on there (April?), and there's no sign of them shipping anytime soon.  I'll also pick them up if I see them at retail.  It looks like I just missed them the other day, as I saw a lone Assaj laying on the lower shelf at Target on Wednesday.  Always frustrating when that happens, but then again, I can't really drive over to Target every single day.  Hopefully they will show up in decent numbers.  If the line is indeed cancelled, I fear trying to find that last wave.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on July 8, 2005, 09:48 PM
Just for ***** and giggles, I e-mailed Hasbro to see what kind of response they could come up with about the discontinuation of the Unleashed line.

Here's their answer:

"Hi Jesse,

Thank you for contacting Hasbro, Inc.

We are sorry to advise that the information you have requested is not readily available.

We are sharing your question with those internal parties who are more familiar with this piece of our business. We will respond to you, as soon as we receive the information from them.

We thank you, in advance, for your patience."

Internal parties?  I got quite a good laugh about this - I felt like I was asking the government who killed JFK.   ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on July 11, 2005, 03:52 AM
DARTH VADER UNLEASHED + UNMASKED **AFA 80** (http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=5985727310&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT)

Final price: $202.50

 ::)


Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: knashdx on July 11, 2005, 07:30 AM
Holly ****...I can't believe that someone would pay that much. It only goes to show that people spend their money on frivolous crap!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on July 11, 2005, 08:57 AM
Boy, $202.50 for an AFA graded Vader. Guess they missed the bargins for just the non AFA Vader's.

Unleashed Unmasked Darth Vader. MOC (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=101609&item=5982525501&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW)

 Unleashed Darth Vader Unmasked MOC. (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=751&item=5983811987&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on July 11, 2005, 11:59 AM
$275!  No way in hell I'll ever pay that for any Unleashed.  I don't care if it's gold plated, forget it.   ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on July 11, 2005, 09:43 PM
That's insane. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on July 12, 2005, 05:38 PM
That makes me wish I had found him instead of the Unleashed Leia  :( The only one Im missing (besides new Vader, Yoda/Palpy) and he's has to be the most expensive.  >:(
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: vegastrooper on July 12, 2005, 05:41 PM
With the "so-called" ending of the unleashed line...those high priced once are only going to fetch more money...just happy I got them when they came out.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on July 15, 2005, 04:53 PM
Just got a tracking number from amazon for Asajj Ventress.  That only leaves Sidious vs. Yoda as the one remaining on backorder.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on July 15, 2005, 09:44 PM
That's good to hear, Beth.  At least Amazon's making attempts to actually send some out to people who ordered them.

I'm about to give up on Amazon completely at this point.  Target near me hasn't gotten them yet (and I've had four different employees look in the past two weeks), I don't really have a TRU in driving distance, and there have been no reports of these at Wal-Mart.  As the days go on, I just have a feeling that I'm going to be getting one of those Amazon "we regret to inform you that the items you ordered are no longer available and your order has been cancelled" emails.  I guess that's what I get for preordering something almost four months in advance.   :-\

And as for the 7" line's "hiatus," all I have to say is that I have no interest in the 2" line, and I'd be surprised if they make it past the end of 2006.  I'm a sad panda.  :'(
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on July 15, 2005, 09:50 PM
What I can't figure out from amazon is why such a break up of the set.  Were these shipped at two per case or was Vader given three slots and Asajj two and then Palpatine/Yoda one?  That makes the most sense since since my shipping is so goofed up but I guess I am assuming everyone ordered all three at once and didn't pick and choose.

I sure hope you get yours!!  I can only assume Hasbro is very s-l-o-w on shipping these to retailers. (Haven't seen or heard of these anywhere around the U.P. or nothern Wisconsin yet).
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on July 16, 2005, 07:14 PM
The news from Comic Con about Unleashed is definitely discouraging.  I've thought of a couple of ways that Hasbro can try to keep the line going, but it might be tough to achieve.

EXCLUSIVITY
The Unleashed line was inspired in part by a desire for Hasbro to compete stylistically with boutique toy companies like McFarlane, NECA and the like.  This is a new breed of toy company that is focusing more on collectors and collectability rather than on play features.

Bring this line back to the places it was intended to cater to:  COMIC AND COLLECTIBLE SHOPS!  Hasbro should actively court Diamond Comics and Online Retailers to be the EXCLUSIVE market for the Unleashed line.

While these outlets are smaller and are not representative of Hasbro's biggest accounts, they're the prime territory for a line like Unleashed.  They manage their inventories much more efficiently than the big box stores like Toys R Us and WalMart.  They work with pre-orders which helps tailor their business much more in their favor from a stock standpoint.

This kind of scheme can work well for both Hasbro AND their retail partners.  Hasbro can manufacture a more appropriate production run.  This would also have the effect of sending more customers to Hasbro's smaller accounts, whether they have Diamond Comics handling their distribution or if they're a small Hasbro account.


PRICE POINT
This is always a touchy subject.  However, I like this line.  I would be willing to pay $20 per figure IF the character selection is good.


As things stand now, I'm not going to be buying the Unleashed Battle Packs.  They're just not appealing.  I collect Lord Of The Rings, and when the LOTR license made Armies Of Middle Earth, I wasn't there.  The same thing would happen in this instance for me.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on July 16, 2005, 08:45 PM
Quote
This is always a touchy subject.  However, I like this line.  I would be willing to pay $20 per figure IF the character selection is good.

I agree with you completely, Nick.  I could honestly not name a "bad" figure out of all the ones that have been done in the Unleashed line (even Chewbacca is neat in his own way), and I cannot look at any of them and say I wouldn't give 20 dollars apiece for them if that was what it took. 

The reason I got into collecting the line was the fact that I could finally put something on my desk that looked incredible that would not fall over if someone walked by quickly and/or heavily.  The detailing was great, the quality of the figures (and their sturdiness) was, for the most part, great, and for Hasbro to cancel the line is mind blowing.  Okay, so they said it was "on hiatus" but that honestly seems to me as if they are trying to shield themselves from criticism while people can see them in person in SD, but as soon as they get back to Minas Morgul in Rhode Island, they'll say, "Oh it's cancelled and we're never doing anymore" so they don't have to face the inevitable backlash.

The switch to a small scale just baffles me too.  You used the AOME line for LOTR as an example, and it actually works as an example for me in that that line hardly sold any at all around here until they started to be clearanced.  If Hasbro thinks that more people are going to buy a 2" line that has none of the detailing and/or cool factor of the 7" line, they are even more far gone than I already think they are.

And I'll be the first one to say this (although I may be in the minority): the 2" figures that showed up in the display case photos yesterday post-Q&A SUCKED.  They looked like slightly less cartoony Attacktix figures, and had even less detail than the WOTC minatures line (which has a lot at that scale).

It'll make one shipment before it's cancelled because retail sees that nobody wants them.  It'll go until June of 2006 at the absolute latest before it goes belly-up in the clearance aisle prior to the fall resets at retail.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on July 18, 2005, 01:49 PM
Great news for me!

I just found out that my Unleashed set (Asaj, Vader and Palpy) just shipped from bigbadtoystore.com!

Forget Amazon, Joel is the man!


 ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on July 18, 2005, 05:42 PM
Quote
Forget Amazon

I'm honestly at that point, given the fact that they can't seem to figure out when or how many they are getting in stock.  It all reminds me of the "preorders" that TRU retail stores did back in 1999 for some of the later Episode I stuff (the electronic Jar Jar, Maul, and Qui-Gon) that was a complete disaster. 

I have no problem with places offering preorders on things when you KNOW that you are going to get what you ordered.  At this point, I'm seriously expecting to hear that Amazon/TRU.com oversold their allotment and only about 10% of the orders will be filled as originally placed.  I feel really jerked around by them at this point, and unless it's a TRU exclusive item, I don't think I'll be ordering anything from that wing of Amazon's web operations ever again.

I actually wrote a rather long (me?  long-winded?) email the other night to Amazon CS explaining the situation in great detail, and I made clear to them that getting some kind of reimbursement was not my motive; I simply wanted to know why the stock status had been fluctuating so much, why it would remain unchanged for two months and then change three times in a week, etc.  I got an email back from them apologizing for the delay and they upgraded my shipping to Two-Day UPS (even though I clearly stated I didn't want a shipping upgrade, I figure it was an olive branch or something) but that they had no idea when the figures would be in stock.

So, unless the Target near me suddenly decides that they want to stock the Unleashed section with something other than the three cases of Obi-Wans and Anakins in the back room, or until Wal-Mart actually stocks anything new AT ALL, I'm going to have to sit on the Amazon.com order and hope I can find a Ventress at retail.   :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on July 19, 2005, 08:46 AM
Yeah, it is getting a little frustrating.  I've usually had pretty good luck with Amazon in the past, but I'm getting nervous about this Unleashed situation as well.  I've had them preordered for quite some time, and there hasn't been any update in my shipping.  It still tells me they're shipping in June...even though its July ;).  I'm not counting on them being able to come through with all the orders/preorders...so I keep checking Target to see if they have anything besides Obi-Wan and Anakin.  One Target has several of each of those, the other has no Unleashed at all.  It isn't looking real positive at this point.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on July 19, 2005, 11:43 AM
I hate resorting to e-shopping for SW figures because I like to support the local retailers and I enjoy looking for new figures (and shipping $$ sucks).

BUT...when you factor all the gas money and time I spend looking for new **** that usually doesn't ship here in the midwest (the stormie wave never hit the pegs here), it's actually smarter to buy online.

I know, I know, I sound like some kind of commercial but it's true.  Time spent away from home cannot be measured in $$.

Though my wife never complains when I'm gone.... :-*

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Padawan on July 19, 2005, 05:00 PM
I hate resorting to e-shopping for SW figures because I like to support the local retailers and I enjoy looking for new figures (and shipping $$ sucks).

BUT...when you factor all the gas money and time I spend looking for new **** that usually doesn't ship here in the midwest (the stormie wave never hit the pegs here), it's actually smarter to buy online.

I know, I know, I sound like some kind of commercial but it's true.  Time spent away from home cannot be measured in $$.

Though my wife never complains when I'm gone.... :-*



I don't mind e-shopping at all.  My problem at this point is all of the retailers want $60 or more for a set plus shipping on top of that.  I believe the srp on Unleashed is still $15.  I guess bigbadtoystore had them for $52.99 a set, but are now waiting for their second shipment.  I should have jumped on it when I had the chance.  I used to get these for $78 a case from a certain e-tailer.  I miss those days.   :( 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on July 19, 2005, 05:10 PM
I'm just awaiting the inevitable catastrophic verbiage from Ebay sellers to start now that it's been confirmed the line is "on hiatus."

"RARE OMG HOT VHTF UNLAESHED DARTH VADOR 2005 ROTS DISCONTINUED!  75.99 BIN!"

or we'll get this gem...

"HOT TICKET ITEM DARTH SIDEOUS VURSUS YODA VHTF ROTS HASBRO DISCONTINUED PERKY VARIANT RECALLED"

 ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on July 24, 2005, 12:23 PM
Just had a wonderful conversation with this mouthbreather Target employee an hour or so ago.  Usually I don't disparage employees like I just did in the previous sentence, because I know they're only doing their jobs.  However, this guy decided to "exercise his Target authority" and insult my intelligence, and so the struck-through insult is warranted and, literally, accurate.

Here's the conversation verbatim.  I would like to point out that I remained polite and calm during the entire conversation, and that he was the only one who got "bent out of shape:"

DOCTOR PADAWAN:  Excuse me sir, I was wondering if you might be able to help me.

TARGET EMPLOYEE:  I guess.  What do you need?

DP:  Could you scan a barcode and see if you have any more of a particular assortment for me?

TE:  Sure, what are you looking for?

DP:  I'm looking for figures from this particular line of figures (referring to the new Unleashed, which have yet to show up, partially due to the 6 Obi-Wans and Anakins on the pegs), but not these particular figures.  Since the pegs are so full, I didn't know if you might have more of the assortment I am looking for in the back.

TE:  I can check to see if we have more, but I can't look for a particular figure.

DP:  Yes sir, I understand.  If you're not able to go back and look for a particular figure or bring them out, that's fine.  I was just curious if you had any more of the assortment in the back and I could come back in a few days when they may have been stocked. 

TE:  I can't go in the back and look for a particular figure.

DP:  I understand that sir and I appreciate your help, but I am willing to drive back out here later this week if I know that you have more in the back that may be stocked at a later date.

TE:  (failing to grasp what I am asking and stating)  I can't go looking for a particular figure! 

DP:  I understand, sir, I was just wondering if you could scan the barcode to see if there are more so I would know whether to make another trip here later in the week and...

TE:  (really pissed off) EVERYTHING WE HAVE IS ON THE SHELVES!

DP:  (biting my tongue)  Okay, thank you for you help, sir.

Needless to say I walked out of there without doing my normal shopping that I had planned on doing due to this employee's rudeness and attempts to avoid doing something that he had agreed to do.  I love how it went from "Sure, no problem" to "I can't check in the back" to "I can't scan the barcode" to "WE DON'T HAVE ANY" within the space of a minute.  At no point in time did I raise my voice or express irritation with the man, nor do I think I did not clearly explain what I was asking.  Thankfully, this is an exception to the rule at this Target, as every other employee outside of Senor Droolcup has been helpful and friendly with me (even if they do look at me funny coming in and leaving without buying anything most of the time).

Sheesh, between this guy and Amazon's apparent inability to actually fill orders for this wave, I'm ready to resort to Ebay if things don't look up soon.   ::)

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on July 24, 2005, 12:35 PM
That is just ridiculous, I would of went to electronics. They always scan stuff for me and go to the back without any question. I've only come across 1 Asajj from this wave. An collector friend of mine picked up the Vader for me. And I was really close to picking up the Yoda vs Sidious at Comic-Con but could bring myself to pay 40 bucks(the cheapest for that one there) for it.

I think it sucks that e-tailers won't sell them in singles just cause they are afraid of getting stuck with more of one than another.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: knashdx on July 25, 2005, 08:35 AM
DoctorPadawan -

Being a Target employee I can say this...Sales Floor Associates are a bunch of DUMB ASSES!!!

The best way to avoid **** like this is to go to the Service Desk. The best part is that if you go there they can contact the back stock room and they might even bring you the figures you are looking for. I have done this at stores other than the one I work at and most of the time the back stock room has found what I am looking for.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on July 25, 2005, 05:40 PM
Man, what a crazy story DP!

It's amazing, sometimes you can find a really cool sales associate and other times you find a complete *******.

I mean seriously, if someone came up to me politely asking for SW figures, I would check for them irregardless of the policy - what good is the product if it's sitting in the backroom?

I'd rather it went home with a collector than an ebay scalper.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on July 25, 2005, 07:53 PM
Well, first of all, my Amazon order was cancelled.  This has to be the worst experience I've ever had with Amazon/TRU.com hands down, and if it weren't for the fact that the nearest TRU is about an hour away and pretty much has an open back-door for the local dirtbags (if you get my meaning), I'd cancel the Obi-Wan Starfighter I have on order right now with them too.  I'm going to seriously consider not purchasing anything from Amazon again as far as toys go.  Congratulations to those of you who actually got your figures from them, as you appear to be in the minority.

Why take preorders for an item or items when you're not going to use it as a gauge to see how many of those items you should be ordering?  It makes no sense to me and a quick scan of that other site's thread on the Amazon situation leads me to believe that the shipment or cancellation of parts of or entire orders is being done randomly (people who placed their orders early on are having their orders cancelled, while people who placed them later in the month of April have received their orders in full).  I wouldn't be at all surprised to see all this other stuff they've put up for preordering over the last month or two (namely the Evolutions sets) fall victim to this "preorder doesn't guarantee you'll get it" mentality either.

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I'd rather it went home with a collector than an ebay scalper.

Well, to retailers, they don't care who gets it, as they get the same amount of money if one person buys 20 figures than if 20 people buy one figure each.  In many cases, employees will even get a cherry on top* from someone who buys all 20 from the store.  The problem with this is that retailers guard that backroom stock like it's the goddamned Ark of the Covenant and if someone should (GASP!) ask about buying something that they haven't stocked and actually have in the backroom, the entire world will collapse in on itself.  Logic implies that if it's in the back storage room and not on the shelves, Target or TRU or Wal-Mart isn't going to make any money from it.

When it enters the stock room, it should be available for purchase (with exceptions, like street dates for CDs or DVDs or books), no questions, no ifs, ands, or buts.  None of this cloak-and-dagger secrecy garbage.  It doesn't take a genius to realize that me buying three 15 dollar figures that are not being stocked because of space concerns gives the store 45 dollars and change, while an employee who refuses to even look (after saying he would) for an item results in the store not getting a single penny from me at all that day.

And on a lighter note, Wal-Mart or K-Mart had better get this wave of Unleashed FAST or else I'm up **** creek sans paddle.

*if you don't get this, watch "Jackie Brown"
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on July 26, 2005, 09:03 AM
I still haven't heard anything from Amazon on my Unleashed order, but I'm guessing I will get a cancellation sometime soon as well.  There hasn't been any change in my status (shipping between June 10 and June 28) for quite some time now, and I haven't heard of anyone receiving their order for awhile now either.  I'm not holding out much hope.  This is the first time this has happened to me personally with Amazon, but I've heard a number of people's stories that this is somewhat frequent with various collector lines.  I hope the same thing doesn't happen with the Evolutions sets, or if it does that they are at least easy to find at retail for everyone.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: knashdx on July 26, 2005, 09:11 AM
I was fortunate enough to find all 3 of the latest Unleashed figures on the shelf at a Target on the 4th of July, but I have only seen Ventress one other time since then and that was the following day at the store I work at. I have a bad feeling that this most recent release and the next release of Unleashed are going to be as scarce as the Sing, IG-88 & Stormtrooper release. Since they are killing the 6" line of unleashed and going with the smaller figures.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on July 26, 2005, 12:09 PM
I pre-ordered the Wave 2 Unleashed wave as well, but tried a Canadian e-tailer, so I'm hoping I have a little better luck than you guys have had with Amazon (they don't ship toys to Canada).

Apparently, they are supposed to be in stock at LegendsAF.ca this week -- keeping my fingers crossed.   :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on July 26, 2005, 02:00 PM
Like I said before, I preordered the latest Unleashed wave from Joel and bigbadtoystore.com and he delivered.  And to my disadvantage, I ordered it late - like two weeks ago!

With that being said, I preordered the last wave from the same site.  The price isn't exactly brick and mortar retail, but with gas prices the way they are and lack of time available for toy shopping around town, it's not a bad deal.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on July 26, 2005, 02:24 PM
The price isn't exactly brick and mortar retail, but with gas prices the way they are and lack of time available for toy shopping around town, it's not a bad deal.

Same situation for me.  The price I paid is $2 more than retail up here ($26.99 instead of $24.99), so I really can't complain.  Like you said, when you take into account the price of gas and the time it takes to check the stores, I'm probably getting a deal.  (Of course, having to pay $24.99CDN as "retail" up here, that I can always complain about.  ;))
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on July 26, 2005, 02:26 PM
I'm considering ordering the next wave from BBTS.com, especially after hearing the good luck you guys have had with them.  Although some people aren't real excited about the last wave being somewhat rehashed (or revised), I personally would really like to get that Han Stormtrooper figure.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on July 26, 2005, 09:46 PM
Hello Everyone,
This is my first post here, I am glad I finally find an awsome forum about the Unleashed line!! You guys and gals have some great info. ;D

My friend and I pre-ordered from Amazon like most of you did, but had the luck of getting our two Vaders and one Yoda.  They arrived last week in ok condition,  too bent up for me.  BUT to my surprise, I walked into Wal-Mart today to find six cases of the little guys.  I was so excited I just stared for a second.  Imagine six whole cases of these things on the shelves.  Anyways  I started sifting through them and came up with only ONE of each figure in C-9 condition.  Every other figure was so bad that I would only buy them to open. I couldn't believe how bent and smashed they were.

In my opinion years down the road its not going to a particular figure, its going to be the ones that are in top condition that will be expensive.

Anyways another good score I had about 2 weeks ago was at www.shopafx.com .   I found the Stormtrooper, IG-88, Sing wave there for $70.00 shipped to my door!!  They were all in about C-9 condition.  Very surprised.

Also, I live in Northern Cali. , no not San Fransisco, and I talked to the Target toy manager that is a freind of a friend, and he said that most Targets are getting rid of the first ROTS toys right now and on August 1st they have a huge shipment of new stuff coming.  Don't know if this is true, but check your local Targets just in case!!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on July 26, 2005, 10:43 PM
I guess I'll be the first to say welcome to the boards, jr!  I think you'll enjoy it here, so take a look around at some of the other forums, and feel free to ignore my consistently paranoid ramblings.  ;D

I for one really want to thank you for letting us know that Wal-Marts have gotten the new Unleashed wave, because at this point, that seems to be my only real option for them.  I'll definitely be keeping a closer eye on WM now that I know they (hopefully) will be getting them around my area.  :)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on July 26, 2005, 11:53 PM
Welcome to JD, mustang!  Glad you found you way in here.  Nice score on that deal for Stormtrooper wave there!  You'll see by my signature that I'm looking for the same ones myself.  I would've probably jumped on that deal a couple weeks ago, had I known about it.  Did manage to work out an IG-88 in trade last week, for about $22, so that's not too bad.  I could probably live without Aurra, since I mostly just pick up the OT figures from this line.  But damn, that stupid Stormtrooper's gonna be a thorn in my side for some time to come, I bet...  :-\

Also, I live in Northern Cali. , no not San Fransisco, and I talked to the Target toy manager that is a freind of a friend, and he said that most Targets are getting rid of the first ROTS toys right now and on August 1st they have a huge shipment of new stuff coming.  Don't know if this is true, but check your local Targets just in case!!

I've heard the same thing, that Targets are doing a major toy section reset on August 1st, and a lot of new stuff is going to put out.  By the way, you should stop by our Northern California/Bay Area Finds (http://www.jedidefender.com/yabbse/index.php?topic=5124.0) thread.  One of our staff members here, Tydirium, just moved up that way, and is growing anxious for some discussion on local finds up there!  ;)

- Matt
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on July 27, 2005, 09:03 AM
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Nice score on that deal for Stormtrooper wave there!  You'll see by my signature that I'm looking for the same ones myself.  I would've probably jumped on that deal a couple weeks ago, had I known about it.  Did manage to work out an IG-88 in trade last week, for about $22, so that's not too bad.  I could probably live without Aurra, since I mostly just pick up the OT figures from this line.  But damn, that stupid Stormtrooper's gonna be a thorn in my side for some time to come, I bet..

I'm the same as you Matt, I basically just stick to the OT ones with this line (with a few exceptions)...and I'm really concerned about getting a Stormtrooper.  I was hoping that we'd see it get re-released, but with the news of the line going on "hiatus", that isn't looking too likely.  This wave must have come and gone at our local TRU, a few months ago, as I found 1 each of Aurra (passed) and IG-88 (picked up), but of course, the Stormtrooper was gone.  I kept checking that store hoping they would restock, but it has been nothing but Obi-Wans and Anakins since then.  I've taken a look at them one bay, but I don't know if I want to pay triple (or more) the price to get one for the collection.  I really hope that the Han Stormtrooper isn't this tough to find, I'd really like to get that figure.  I had (have) the Vader and Yoda/Sidious preordered through Amazon, but I'm not counting on it.  I guess I could live without them since I already have the first Vader, and I have the first Yoda as well, but if I'd see them at retail I'd pick them up.  Man, it really stinks that this line is leaving.  So many other characters I'd like to see made.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on July 27, 2005, 09:17 AM
mosnab,
I have both the vader and yoda/sidious in my living room ready to go back to wal-mart, they are not in perfect condition, but if you want to trade for something for them I will help you out.

I need: yoda, boba fett, windu, luke, leia, first vader, and solo
Let me know!!
Josh
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Mikey D on July 27, 2005, 09:45 AM
mosnab,
I have both the vader and yoda/sidious in my living room ready to go back to wal-mart, they are not in perfect condition, but if you want to trade for something for them I will help you out.

I need: yoda, boba fett, windu, luke, leia, first vader, and solo
Let me know!!
Josh

If Brian (mosnab) doesn't want them, I'd gladly buy them off you.  I don't any of your wants if you would rather trade them though.

Mikey
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on July 27, 2005, 09:55 AM
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mosnab,
I have both the vader and yoda/sidious in my living room ready to go back to wal-mart, they are not in perfect condition, but if you want to trade for something for them I will help you out.

I need: yoda, boba fett, windu, luke, leia, first vader, and solo
Let me know!!
Josh

Josh-

Thanks so much for the offer, I really appreciate it.  I'm going to hold out and see if retail comes through right now, and if not, that's ok.  If you want to, go ahead and hook up Mikey D...he's one heck of a guy :).  Thanks again for the offer though.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on August 4, 2005, 01:45 PM
I read some news (rumor) today that ToyBiz might be looking into an "Unleashed"-style line for its Lord of the Rings property.  While that could be quite cool, it depresses me more that we're seeing the end (or hiatus) of the Star Wars Unleashed in this larger scale.  I was looking back over the releases to see what I was missing (I'd like to...someday...get most/all of the OT characters released), and there really was a lot of potential left for figures, even if you don't get into minor background characters.  For example, focusing on the OT here, these are the characters we saw (or will see) released:

Darth Vader (1st Version)
Darth Vader (2nd Version - Removable Helmet)
Princess Leia Organa (Slave Outfit)
Boba Fett
Emperor Palpatine/Darth Sidious
Han Solo (A New Hope)
Luke Skywalker (Jedi)
Bossk
Chewbacca
Luke Skywalker (ESB - Snowspeeder Pilot)
Tusken Raider
IG-88
Stormtrooper
Darth Vader (ROTS?)
Han Solo (Stormtrooper Disguise)

That leaves a lot of room for growth, even with the main(ish) characters.  Here's a few that I think could have made pretty spiffy Unleashed, and my collection kind of feels empty without some these characters represented.

Lando Calrissian (Bespin or Skiff Guard)
C-3PO and R2-D2 (Put them together, just to have them represented, maybe R2 "blowed up" and 3PO reacting)
Obi-Wan Kenobi (Old Ben, maybe even a "put together" 2 piece with a Vader similar to the ROTS Anakin and Obi)
Snowtrooper (Could be cool)
Scout Trooper (Ditto)
Sandtrooper
OT Yoda (might be hard to "unleash" him, but you could always do a two pack with a Dagobah Luke)

Other versions of main characters already done:

Han Solo (Bespin, Hoth, Endor, Carbonite)
Luke Skywalker (Tatooine, Bespin, Hoth, Endor)
Princess Leia (ANH, Boussh, Endor)

Other Background/Misc Characters:

4-LOM
Zuckuss
Dengar
Jawa(s)
Emperor's Royal Guard
Gammorrean Guard
Hammerhead
Amanaman
Ewoks :P

If they could go larger...
Wampa
Jabba the Hutt

I know it has been mentioned before, but there are a lot of possibilities remaining for this line.  Plus with all the various characters from the prequels (Jedi especially), you could be set for awhile.  I know the price/sales numbers were supposedly a factor in the hiatus, but even if it could be a sort of online exclusive or something, it would just be nice to see it continue.  Until then, time to wait for that Unleashed Stormtrooper to come down from its high ebay prices :P.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on August 4, 2005, 03:05 PM
Great list of ideas!

The line has potential with main OT characters alone....think of all the different versions you can do with Solo, Luke and Vader (or troopers for that matter).

This was the only line I paid attention to (even though I missed a few here and there) in addition to the 3 3/4 line.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on August 6, 2005, 01:02 PM
I got totally hooked on the Unleashed when I found the first wave of ROTS figs 2 weeks early but now with this hiatus or ending of the line, I've been thinking about selling off my collection.  I don't have Yoda or Boba Fett and I'm not sure I want to dump $70 each for loose ones.  I was browsing ebay for completed loose auctions last nite and I could get close to $450 or so for all of them, minus the Vaders and Anakins which I would keep.  Decisions, decisions.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on August 6, 2005, 01:36 PM
My suggestion is to dump them.  I think when the line ends, the prices are going to drop.  Not immediately, but they will as people lose interest.  I think there's a lot speculators looking at Unleashed, something I think looks crappy in the package. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on August 6, 2005, 04:39 PM
My suggestion is to dump them.  I think when the line ends, the prices are going to drop.  Not immediately, but they will as people lose interest.  I think there's a lot speculators looking at Unleashed, something I think looks crappy in the package. 

They are all now on ebay.  The decision by Hasbro to stop the line and the fact I'm limited on space were the deal-breakers for me.  I also don't want to pay crazy prices for a Yoda, "redemption" Vader and Boba Fett.  I'll stick to my SportsPicks.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on August 7, 2005, 01:03 AM
I kind of see the reverse happening on Ebay.  Since the line has been paused, prices have shot throught the roof.  I watched a Boba Fett go for $145 today.  The Vader that came out in 2004 has gone up about $25 and the Luke Jedi and Leia have also gone up about $25 in the last few weeks.

My suggestion is to dump them. I think when the line ends, the prices are going to drop. Not immediately, but they will as people lose interest. I think there's a lot speculators looking at Unleashed, something I think looks crappy in the package.

I agree that the first figure packaging was horrible,  but the "new look" is awsome, though they look the best opened!!  This is the first line of figs I have collected since vintage, and the only one too (and some AOTC animated stuff).  I personally think Hasbro makes alot of crap!  I have only bought 3 ROTS figs: Anakin battle damage, Yoda holographic, and C3 Vader.  Nothing else interests me.  Leave it to Hasbro to cancel them!!!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on August 7, 2005, 01:18 AM
And you could be absolutely right, the prices may continue to climb.  But if someone's not interested/lost interest, it is a good time to sell. 

These figures are giving me fits, because mine are all loose and I need to pack them up.  How to manage that properly?   
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on August 7, 2005, 01:32 AM
I picked up an Unleashed IG-88 today in a sweet deal with Ricardo, for a little over $20 with a trading contact of his.  So now I really just need the Stormie (and maybe an Aurra), and then I can go back to be eternally ****** on the Boba Fett and RH Vader.  Hell, I've had two three buddies recently sell their Unleashed collections off, and I couldn't even get a sniff at theirs...  :-\

I hate being incomplete.  HATE IT.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on August 7, 2005, 01:52 AM
I haven't seen a Stormtrooper here since I picked up mine at the coin shop.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on August 7, 2005, 01:58 AM
Me either, I picked up the only Stormtrooper I saw for $28 CAD and it seems to have been a stroke of genius.  I can still find IG-88 and Aurra for the same prices. 

I have to confess I sold off some of my loose pieces, pulling about $70 each for Yoda and Boba and getting my money back on Anakin and the clone trooper.  I'd like to trim the collection even more, but the few pieces I want to unload aren't worth much. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on August 7, 2005, 12:35 PM
These figures are giving me fits, because mine are all loose and I need to pack them up.  How to manage that properly?   

I don't envy you Brent.  Mine recently went into storage until my room is renovated and it took some very careful packing.  All I can say is use a lot of bubble wrap after disassembling them as much as possible.  Despite the care required, I was surprised at how little room they actually needed for storage.

By the way, if you've got a Boba/Jango Fett or Jedi Luke Unleashed to get rid of, PM me.  The other 2 I need are both older Vaders.  But at this point, I'm not too worried about them because I refuse to pay the prices they're going for.  And besides, I just got the ROTS Vader, so that will do fine for now.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on August 8, 2005, 09:23 AM
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These figures are giving me fits, because mine are all loose and I need to pack them up.  How to manage that properly?   

Yeah, they definitely aren't fun to pack up.  I know when we moved across the state last year, that was one of my least favorite parts of my collection to pack, they can be quiet delicate (depending on which one it is).  I cushioned the heck out of those things, and luckily, everything made it alright.  I also removed lightsabers and things like that when I could.  Those were the parts I worried about breaking the most.

My Unleashed collection is one of my favorite things, so I don't see myself selling them off.  Although, it is quite tempting just because of the insane prices they seem to be bringing in some instances now.  Could make some nice money to fund other collecting interests.  I've considered selling off the prequel pieces, because I intended to go OT-only with these originally, but now the prequel pieces have kind of grown on me, so I think I'll keep those too.  I'm getting increasingly worried about finding these last couple of waves (as well as the Stormtrooper).  I'm trying to determine which of these pieces I really "need" to have at the end here, since many (or all) will likely be fairly high priced and tough to find at retail.  Han Stromtrooper (and the regular Stormtrooper) are my top priorities right now, and I'd like to pick up the newer Vader as well.  I had Yoda/Palpy (and the Vader) preordered at Amazon, but we all know how that goes.  I'm thinking I can probably do without the ROTS Chewie now, since it really does look just like the first version that I already have.  I'm on the fence with the Shocktrooper...looks cool, but I'm just in more of an OT mood now I guess.  I'm still considering trying to pick up the first Palpy.  I never did, even though it hung out at TRU for quite awhile (although gone now), but now I'd feel a little incomplete missing that OT piece.  Still holding out hope that this line will make a comeback.  Since it was officially labeled as "on hiatus", much like they said about the GI Joe 3 3/4" line, maybe it will become direct to consumer like that line has.  Better than nothing ;).
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on August 11, 2005, 09:28 PM
13 of the 23 loose  Unleashed I put on ebay sold.  Total for those pieces: $235.   :o
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on August 12, 2005, 10:51 AM
If anyone is interested, BigBadToyStore (https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/sith_menu.asp) has preorders up for the Wave 2 Darth Vader, Wave 3 Han Solo, and Wave 3 Clone(Shock)Trooper Unleashed figures, individually.  If you are only wanting/needing one of those three, the prices aren't too bad and it might be a chance to pick them up individually.  I went ahead and placed and order for the Stormtrooper Han, just in case that last wave doesn't make it to retail.  I've never ordered from BBTS before, but I have read good things about them.  Do they wait to charge you when the item ships, does anyone know?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on August 12, 2005, 11:31 AM
I sold all of my Unleashed earlier this winter since space came at a premium.  The only way I saw I could break even was selling all of them, including Yoda, Boba and Vader.   I definitely missed out on some higher prices recently but I also made my initial investment back.  Lots of the stuff only sold for $7-$8...Matt told me I could sell them if I wanted too and I did.

I still want the new Vader though...if I can find one.  I wasn't ever really big on either of the other two.

Also, my ROTS Obi-Wan refuses to stand up straight >:(  He keeps falling over and I cannot get him to stand
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Ben on August 15, 2005, 12:39 AM
I can't find the Asajj wave at all, so I guess that ends my Unleashed collection. I've been collecting SW long enough to know I'll never see the last wave, so I'll just back out now.

The things take up an insane amount of room.  :P Though I would like to get a regular Stormtrooper, I just don't see it happening.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on August 15, 2005, 12:18 PM
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I can't find the Asajj wave at all, so I guess that ends my Unleashed collection.

I'm in the same boat, Ben.  None of the stores around me have gotten the Asajj wave at all, and with the unfortunate glut of Anakin and Obi-Wan, as well as the complete inability to find these online outside of Ebay, so I guess that ends my UL collection too.

I definitely won't sell what I have, as I put too much effort into getting the ones I already own, but I've pretty much just given up hope on finding the RH Vader, Yoda, or Jango for a reasonable price, and I'm not even going to bother worrying about the last wave, as that Clone is going to be impossible to find.

If any company can take the joy out of collecting, it's Hasbro.  :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Darth Slothus on August 15, 2005, 12:29 PM
 ALL I NEED IS VADER:REDEMPTION!!!!!! >:(
DAMN-that one is gonna hurt..I need to be complete Matt!!! :'( 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on August 15, 2005, 01:06 PM
Also, my ROTS Obi-Wan refuses to stand up straight >:(  He keeps falling over and I cannot get him to stand

Y'know, I looked at my new Obi/Anakin and decided screw it, so I took them back to the store.  I didn't bother opening them because of the impending move, so that worked to my benefit.  I think if I want them in future, at least those two will be dirt cheap.

I'd love to get the new Vader as well and compare it with the original but I'd probably only keep one of the two.  I've got the Yoda/Sidious coming from Nicklab (thanks) and based on what I saw at C3 I didn't want the Asajj anyway. 

Most of my loose ones are still in danger of being sold off because of space/packing issues.  I'll keep a few I expect, but probably not many.  I still think that overall it was a great line and were I not having to pack these up, I probably wouldn't have unloaded any. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on August 16, 2005, 12:10 AM
I'm selling my loose Asajj if any one of you guys want it and collect loose.  Just PM me.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on August 17, 2005, 12:02 AM
Im 99% complete so far. I just need that damn Removable Helmet Vader and the last three(Han, Shockie, and Chewie) and I won't have to worry about trying to find them anymore. Im kinda glad too since I had to rely on others tracking a few of them down for me and had to resort to eBay for two of them when they were released (IG-88 and Stormie).

That Vader, Im gonna have to take out a small loan for a loose one I think.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jokabofe on August 17, 2005, 10:45 PM
My feelings on the Unleashed line change daily. Seriously. I've got 'em all except for the current lineup (Assajj, Vader, Yoda/Palp) and since the line is ending I kinda feel like dumping them all. But then I look at them, and how awesome they are, and I kinda change my mind. Then, the next day I get all set to put them on ebay, take 'em out to snap some pics... and look at how awesome they are. Dammit.

Worst thing is that I just know if I do end up dumping them (most likely when the prices drop and bottom out, with my luck) I'll just end up buying them back again (when the prices skyrocket, and I realize that I made a huge mistake selling them all).  :-\

And to make matters worse, about a week ago, I (thought) I had made up my mind to dump them all, and I actually put an Assajj that I found at TRU back on the peg.  >:(  >:(
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on August 17, 2005, 11:40 PM
I got the newest Vader from one of the local guys (JediMoses) and I like it a lot better than the previous two versions.  Lots more dynamic.  I'm not sure how the heck he'll stay hovering like that with only one peg supporting him.  Hopefully he's more sturdy than Obi-Wan :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on August 18, 2005, 12:19 AM
  I'm not sure how the heck he'll stay hovering like that with only one peg supporting him.  Hopefully he's more sturdy than Obi-Wan :-\

McFarlane disease - the leaner.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on August 18, 2005, 01:27 AM
I just opened mine tonight and I have the same fears of McFarlane disease for this new Darth Vader.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on August 18, 2005, 05:07 PM
Thanks to Darth Slothus, I now have the Vader and Yoda/Sidious UL in my possession, and although I love the sculpting of Vader, the "leaning" has me worried as well.

In all the Unleashed line (at least the ones I have; damn you Yoda and Removable Helmet Vader!), the only figures I've had any kind of problem with are the white Clone Trooper and IG-88.  The former of which has the same "leaning" problem (although it doesn't look bad; the red one just runs a little more upright), and the latter of which's base is made of that stupid soft rubbery plastic and because of that it doesn't sit flat.  Once I got Vader all set up though, I knew that he was going to be a problem in a few months/years.

One silver peg to hold up an extremely heavy figure on a non-solid base at a weird angle is just asking for trouble.  It's really nice to look at, but I'm afraid to leave it assembled in the fear that I'm going to hear a huge thud in the middle of the night and see Vader lying face down in the floor.  The way he's posed makes it difficult to "lean" his hand against something to hold him upright too.

Yoda/Sidious is cool though.  I kind of wish they had made the "swoosh" a little bit more secure at the base of Palpatine's robes, but since it's just going to be sitting on a shelf, it shouldn't cause me too many headaches.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Scott on August 18, 2005, 05:10 PM
I just can't understand why they didn't at least anchor it in 2-3 points.  Maybe on the foot and another spot on the cloak

I tried making his left foot rest against the step somehow but it really didn't work too hot :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on August 18, 2005, 05:18 PM
I just wanted to say thank you for convincing me I don't need that figure and therefore I have all the Unleashed I need/want.  I have the original Vader, loose, so it's fine.  A little small in terms of scale, but the pose is fairly classic and worth keeping, notably since it only cost me $5 CAD.  I'd spend more than that in gas finding the new one.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JayDouble on August 18, 2005, 05:56 PM
Is there any place you can super glue Vader to the stairs? 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on August 18, 2005, 08:48 PM
Is there any place you can super glue Vader to the stairs?

Not really, Jay.  If the cloak had been elongated on the sides a little bit more, and had the staircase tops gone back a bit more, they could have put two more metal pegs on the inside of the cape and had them insert into the stairs (I don't know if that made any sense at all or not; apologies if it didn't) so it would at least have someanchor to it.  As it is though, the cloak isn't long enough for another attachment and the feet don't actually touch the stairs for that to work.

The thing that makes the leaning problem worse is the hole for the metal bar isn't a vertical hole, but an angular one (as in \ as opposed to l ).  This actually results in Vader purposely being at a permanent 40 degree angle (until he eventually falls flat on his face, at least).  Given how much effort and care seemed to go into the other UL figures and how they attached securely to their bases (Aurra Sing's cluster**** notwithstanding), I'm actually really disappointed with the Vader.  Even though it's an amazing piece to look at, it's something that I can't display with everything else for the time being because I'm afraid it will get damaged due to the design.  :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on August 19, 2005, 03:57 PM
I was fortunate enough to find the new wave at Target this afternoon, and picked up the Vader and the Yoda/Sidious.  I originally had only planned on picking up the new Vader, and thought I'd judge the Yoda/Palpy one in person and decide.  After looking at it, I decided to pick it up.  It looks like a pretty nice piece.  I probably wouldn't have paid for shipping on it, but since I found it in person, I picked it up.  Just a Han Stormtrooper from the last wave (preordered) and if I can somehow find a Stormtrooper for a decent price, and I guess that will be it.  I'm sad to see this line end, and I really hope it will be returning eventually.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on August 23, 2005, 09:30 PM
Wow, some of us who still need the Stormtrooper really missed out when this auction (http://cgi.ebay.com/carded-unleashed-stormtrooper-and-xwing-luke_W0QQitemZ5993982604QQcategoryZ2476QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem) got BIN'ed within 15 minutes.  :'(

Carded Stormtrooper AND Snowspeeder Luke for $25.  :o

Oy.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on August 24, 2005, 09:22 AM
Blimey!  Heck of a deal for someone though.  I'm starting to wonder if I'll ever be able to get a hold of a Stormtrooper, because I just don't think I could make myself pay big bucks for one (especially $40-$50 plus).  Maybe I could just try to pick up an extra Han Stormtrooper and leave the helmet on, of course why the Stormtrooper is hanging out in the trash compactor with those pesky rebels I couldn't explain ;).  I really wish Hasbro would have repacked/re-released the Stormtrooper in one of these last waves.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on August 24, 2005, 10:20 PM
I broke down and bought my Stormie for 30 plus shipping. This was back when the wave was first out.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jokabofe on August 25, 2005, 08:46 AM
Wow, some of us who still need the Stormtrooper really missed out when this auction (http://cgi.ebay.com/carded-unleashed-stormtrooper-and-xwing-luke_W0QQitemZ5993982604QQcategoryZ2476QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem) got BIN'ed within 15 minutes.  :'(

Carded Stormtrooper AND Snowspeeder Luke for $25.  :o

Oy.

Damn, that would have made a nice custom Sandtrooper with a little work  :D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on September 3, 2005, 11:36 AM
Very interesting...

http://www.mousedroid.com/ is claiming that Hasbro has cancelled the 3rd wave of the ROTS Unleashed worldwide, so don't expect to see the Shocktrooper, 2nd Chewbacca or Han in Stormtrooper Disguise.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on September 3, 2005, 11:43 AM
Bastards!  >:(
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: SpudTrooper on September 3, 2005, 11:53 AM
WOW thats horrible news for ppl who pre-ordered it. damn, i was actually looking forward in getting that wave..oh well  :'(
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JedioftheNorth on September 3, 2005, 12:01 PM
Hopefully this is just a rumor and those figs will see the light of day please oh  please let it happen.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on September 3, 2005, 12:04 PM
As disappointed as I am with the end of this line, I'm not too worked up about losing these last figures.  Since they were basically rehashes anyway, I'm not sure that I would have bothered buying them.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on September 3, 2005, 12:10 PM
Bah! Bastards!  >:(
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Darth Broem on September 3, 2005, 12:17 PM
Hey don't you worry guys.  There are some AWESOME 2 inch tall Unleashed battle packs coming your way soon!!!! 

(note: sarcasm in high gear)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Reid on September 3, 2005, 12:23 PM
( In Cartmans voice) "They killed Unleashed! YOU BASTARDS!"
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jokabofe on September 3, 2005, 01:07 PM
I was really looking forward to the Shocktrooper and Han Stormie...  :'(

(pours out some beer for the recently deceased homiez)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Ryan on September 3, 2005, 06:09 PM
I was really looking forward to those. :'(

The cheap bastards already cancelled the line, why couldn't they have at lest given us the last wave? Rehashes or not, I wanted the Han Stormie and the Shocktrooper, even though the helmet looked a little goofy.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on September 3, 2005, 09:07 PM
As much as I loved (and still love dammit!) the Unleashed line, I can't say that I'm horribly disappointed that these aren't coming out.  The last three figures appeared to be "least possible effort" on Hasbro's part, and the only thing that was sculpted from the ground-up for them was (seemingly) the bases for 2 of the 3, the Clone's helmet, and the weaponry.  The thing that was great about the Unleashed line was that there wasn't any rehashing going on (with the one obvious exception that will give me a headache for the next 20 years) and each figure was its own unique entity.  These last three figures now seemed like a last gasp for Hasbro to make money off the line, by their logic, and retail probably told them to stick it and didn't order any more.

While I'd definitely buy the Clone and the Han were they released, I had no intention of getting the Chewbacca, and with these three figures being the "end" of the line, they would have been murder to find, since a WM employee in my area already said that as soon as the holidays end, the UL line is going straight to the clearance aisle.  Given Hasbro's penchant for shipping UL two months behind schedule, this wave would have never made it to most WMs anyway.

I know I pretty much contradicted my immense love for this line with saying I'm not upset over the (still a rumor) cancellation of the last wave, but as someone else said, I'd rather it go out with a bang (Vader, Sidious/Yoda, Ventress) than with a whimper (three rehashes).

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on September 3, 2005, 09:26 PM
While I'll wait to hear it from Hasbro itself Im still quite mad that if they do cancel these then why make the effort to show us Protos of them at Comic-Con? Although Hasbro has never been ones to make sense.

The only one I was really looking forward to was the Shocktrooper. I would of picked up all three had I seen them but Shockster would of been the first one in my mits.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Ben on September 4, 2005, 04:51 AM
Can't say I'm crushed to hear this news, though I would have liked to buy the Han since I never had a chance to get a Stormtrooper.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on September 6, 2005, 09:18 AM
I'm kind of disappointed with this news, mainly because of the Han Stormtrooper.  I had/have that one preordered at BBTS, and was really hoping to add it to the collection.  I was even thinking about buying two (if they were easy to locate...yeah right), since I never found the "regular" Stormtrooper here either.  I can live without the Shocktrooper, and didn't need another Chewie, but I'm still overall disappointed with the line leaving in general.  I thought I had read somewhere this weekend that there are now rumors of this line becoming exclusive to somewhere in 2006.  Although exclusives are a pain, if it meant getting new Unleashed again, I wouldn't mind seeing it return this way.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on September 6, 2005, 11:53 AM
I thought I had read somewhere this weekend that there are now rumors of this line becoming exclusive to somewhere in 2006.  Although exclusives are a pain, if it meant getting new Unleashed again, I wouldn't mind seeing it return this way.

I think a lot of people would agree with you - if an "exclusive" was the only way we could get the Unleashed, it's definitely better than nothing.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on September 6, 2005, 11:02 PM
The news from Comic Con about Unleashed is definitely discouraging.  I've thought of a couple of ways that Hasbro can try to keep the line going, but it might be tough to achieve.

EXCLUSIVITY
The Unleashed line was inspired in part by a desire for Hasbro to compete stylistically with boutique toy companies like McFarlane, NECA and the like.  This is a new breed of toy company that is focusing more on collectors and collectability rather than on play features.

Bring this line back to the places it was intended to cater to:  COMIC AND COLLECTIBLE SHOPS!  Hasbro should actively court Diamond Comics and Online Retailers to be the EXCLUSIVE market for the Unleashed line.

While these outlets are smaller and are not representative of Hasbro's biggest accounts, they're the prime territory for a line like Unleashed.  They manage their inventories much more efficiently than the big box stores like Toys R Us and WalMart.  They work with pre-orders which helps tailor their business much more in their favor from a stock standpoint.

This kind of scheme can work well for both Hasbro AND their retail partners.  Hasbro can manufacture a more appropriate production run.  This would also have the effect of sending more customers to Hasbro's smaller accounts, whether they have Diamond Comics handling their distribution or if they're a small Hasbro account.


Looks like I called it back in July.  In this case I really dislike being right.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on September 7, 2005, 12:16 AM
Looks like I called it back in July.  In this case I really dislike being right.

I'm confused as to what you "called".
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Darth Slothus on September 7, 2005, 01:54 AM
Sounds like he thinks that unofficial information(I.E. rumor) 'justified' his earlier post about the unleashed going exclusive to an on-line retailer, Jesse. ::)

I find it interesting that everybody's spazzing over 1 post a (ooooh) spy said from" inside Hasbro". I will defer judgement until Hasbro actually makes a press release AND companies like entertainment earth, ect start cancelling orders and labeling the item as discontinued. If Hasbro does do this for me anyway it will be a big dissapointment :(

I really liked the UL line ..have 'em all except that damn vertical-smiled vader >:(- I 'll be sad to see the end of it

2 inch figures??!! If I can barely see 'em then I won't buy them. LOL, I challenge Hasbro to get to the 7th wave of that line ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on September 7, 2005, 02:07 AM
As for the last wave getting the axe, if that pans out to be true, I'm fine with that.  Just a bunch of rehashes anyway.  Not thrilled with the idea of these becoming exclusive to anyone either, though I'd be extremely surprised if that panned out...

Now bring on the 2"!  :P
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on September 7, 2005, 03:35 PM
Now bring on the 2"!  :P

Please don't encourage them.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on September 7, 2005, 03:54 PM
HASBRO ANNOUNCES A NEW SCALE FOR SUCCESSFUL 'UNLEASHED' STAR WARS LINE!

Pawtucket, RI (AP):  Hasbro Toys, known around the world for their inept handling of one license after another, has announced that their popular line of Star Wars: Unleashed is going to be moving into "new" territory: a 2 inch scale of less detailed, less interesting figures under the Unleashed banner.

"We think that the Unleashed line had gone as far as it could in that scale" said Crack Smoking Monkey Number 12.  "Due to the unmitigated retail success of the Lord of the Rings "Armies of Middle Earth" line, we felt that we could offer a much better product that could win those hard-earned 2 dollars from the clearance aisle shoppers before they blew it all on Gandalf and his horse." 

When asked about the failure of the AOME line, Hasbro said that the line appeared to be a monumental success to them.  Hasbro also said that they felt gas prices were about three dollars too low, that the Neimoidian Warrior action figure was the pinnacle of their "Revenge of the Sith" toy collection this year, and that they are all huge Ashlee Simpson fans who are looking forward to her next album and/or tour.

The Unleashed line, which had gained universal praise from not just Star Wars collectors, but also other collectors of the more detailed break-apart sculptures of McFarlane Toys, has seen an increase in secondary-market value for harder to find pieces over the past three years, and an increasing number of collectors who focus specifically on the line.  Collector outcry was very loud about the cancellation, though Hasbro would not comment on the collectors, saying that they were aware of the demand for collector contact and that they might just get around to listening to them before "we (Hasbro) kill(s) the line in 2007."

"We feel that the 2 inch Unleashed line will offer more character variety and selection in a short period of time than the 7 inch line has offered overall.  Sure, the attraction of the 7 inch line was the detailing and the sculpting, but let's be honest: Who is going to choose a highly detailed 7 inch sculpture over a set of 6 2 inch sculptures that have about as much detail as our Attacktix line, which, incidentally, is selling like gangbusters all over Guam.  I mean, really?  Six two inch sculptures is 14 inches total, and that's way better than one 7 inch sculpture.  Am I right?"

Hasbro also announced that they plan to make the entire Star Wars action figure line exclusive to the retailer Target since their other exclusive items were so well-received.  "We've had outstanding feedback from Ebay sellers on the availability of the Target exclusives.  Since Wal-Mart is fed up with Star Wars as a whole, we felt that Target would give Ebay sellers the best shot at the SW line as a whole, who could then pass the savings along to the collectors!  It's a win-win situation for everyone!"

In an unrelated story, Roger Waters has denied any and all claims of a flying pig being spotted over Pawtucket.



Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on September 7, 2005, 03:59 PM
 ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on September 7, 2005, 08:12 PM
(http://www.telusplanet.net/public/djustus/rotfl.gif)   ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Nicklab on September 7, 2005, 10:07 PM
HASBRO ANNOUNCES A NEW SCALE FOR SUCCESSFUL 'UNLEASHED' STAR WARS LINE!

Providence, RI (AP):  Hasbro Toys, known around the world for their inept handling of one license after another, has announced that their popular line of Star Wars: Unleashed is going to be moving into "new" territory: a 2 inch scale of less detailed, less interesting figures under the Unleashed banner...

Funny post!  But it's Pawtucket, RI.  Sorry!  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jeff on September 8, 2005, 11:33 AM
NOT CANCELLED!

http://www.hasbro.com/starwars/pl/page.news/newsid.360D88AB-D56F-E112-4B485677FE0C7A7A/dn/default.cfm

"Previously shown at Comic Con, the 7" Unleashed wave that included Han Solo, Chewbacca and the Clone Trooper has been delayed to 2006. While the Unleashed 7" line is not being offered to retailers in the spring, there are plans to return the line to retail for Fall 2006 (including the three figures mentioned) alongside the Unleashed 2" Battle Packs."

So, not cancelled, just delayed for a while... congrats to everyone who complaioned to Hasbro, I guess they do listen to us once in a while!   ;)

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on September 8, 2005, 11:38 AM
Thanks for posting this Jeff, this is great news.  Not necessarily the delay part (but at least they are coming eventually), but the news that the line is returning in the Fall of 2006.  Hopefully we'll see some great, brand new figures in the future yet now.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on September 8, 2005, 01:02 PM
Excellent news - it appears that Hasbro pulled their heads out of their asses long enough to hear us!   8)   8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Darth Slothus on September 8, 2005, 02:26 PM
I find it interesting that everybody's spazzing over 1 post a (ooooh) spy said from" inside Hasbro". I will defer judgement until Hasbro actually makes a press release AND companies like entertainment earth, ect start cancelling orders and labeling the item as discontinued.

Mmmhmmm.....I wonder if my preordered wave 3 will cancel now that it's been moved out a year?Havn't seen anything negative from EE yet......

Yeah..Newer figs! I WANNA JESSEVADER08 " sith eyes variant" UNLEASHED FIGURE!!!!!!
You know like the one in the open figure theatre thread- maybe we can make him with 'package ripping action'....hehe :P
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on September 8, 2005, 04:06 PM
NOT CANCELLED!

http://www.hasbro.com/starwars/pl/page.news/newsid.360D88AB-D56F-E112-4B485677FE0C7A7A/dn/default.cfm

"Previously shown at Comic Con, the 7" Unleashed wave that included Han Solo, Chewbacca and the Clone Trooper has been delayed to 2006. While the Unleashed 7" line is not being offered to retailers in the spring, there are plans to return the line to retail for Fall 2006 (including the three figures mentioned) alongside the Unleashed 2" Battle Packs."

So, not cancelled, just delayed for a while... congrats to everyone who complaioned to Hasbro, I guess they do listen to us once in a while!   ;)



Well Im glad for this, I hope they actually keep their word and keep the line going next year.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Holographic Elvis on September 8, 2005, 04:13 PM
I still don't regret dumping my collection.  I kept a couple pieces I liked.  I just didn't want to pay the asking prices for Yoda, Boba Fett and unmasked Vader. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: SpudTrooper on September 8, 2005, 04:43 PM
GOod news they're delayed and not cancelled..now Hasbro better not jock up the price and make them Kmart exclusives  ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DoctorPadawan on September 8, 2005, 05:07 PM
It's good to hear that the line is possibly coming back in the fall of 2006, to say the least.  I'm not getting all excited until packaged prototypes of the fall '06 figures "magically appear on Ebay" from the backs of trucks in China.  ;)

I would like to say, however, that I hope the Chewie does NOT get released, as it has disaster written all over it.  The first version wasn't necessarily a quick seller, and if, going by the implications, it is Hasbro's intent to "reboot" the line next fall, either as an open market  offering or as an exclusive line, rereleasing Chewie could be a really bad move, since initial case assortments practically always ship in higher amounts than the ones that follow.

First and foremost, my wishes for a rebooted line (really putting the cart before the horse here) is that Hasbro reduces their bottom line and rereleases some of the more pricey and/or (I hate this word) rare pieces.  Boba Fett, Unmasked Vader, and Yoda are (AFAIK) the three most expensive pieces to obtain, so those should be the first three on the rerelease slate, in my opinion, although I'm sure that someone will shoot that down.

Also, QUI-GON JINN.  QUI-GON JINN.  QUI-GON JINN.  Please and thank you, Hasbro.  ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on September 8, 2005, 05:25 PM
All I hope is that they don't change the packaging.  I HATED the first ones that came out so much that I didn't buy a single one.  It looks odd when you have a collection with 3 different display cards. But...then again for people that open them, it doesn't matter. ::)

THANK-YOU HASBRO!!!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on September 8, 2005, 07:48 PM
NOT CANCELLED!

http://www.hasbro.com/starwars/pl/page.news/newsid.360D88AB-D56F-E112-4B485677FE0C7A7A/dn/default.cfm

"Previously shown at Comic Con, the 7" Unleashed wave that included Han Solo, Chewbacca and the Clone Trooper has been delayed to 2006. While the Unleashed 7" line is not being offered to retailers in the spring, there are plans to return the line to retail for Fall 2006 (including the three figures mentioned) alongside the Unleashed 2" Battle Packs."

So, not cancelled, just delayed for a while... congrats to everyone who complaioned to Hasbro, I guess they do listen to us once in a while!   ;)

Bah!  Yay, much better!  (http://www.cheesebuerger.de/images/smilie/froehlich/f060.gif)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on September 17, 2005, 06:16 AM
Hey, does anyone who lucked out on the last wave of Unleashed (Stormtrooper/IG-88/Aurra Sing) still have the little mini Twilek Bodyguard (and card) that came with it?  If so, do you guys want them, or could you spare them to a dork that actually collects those minis?  LMK!  Thanks...

- Matt
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Stim on September 17, 2005, 11:54 AM
Hey, does anyone who lucked out on the last wave of Unleashed (Stormtrooper/IG-88/Aurra Sing) still have the little mini Twilek Bodyguard (and card) that came with it?  If so, do you guys want them, or could you spare them to a dork that actually collects those minis?  LMK!  Thanks...

- Matt

I think I've got one of those, Matt.  Let me dig around for it today -- if I find it, it's yours!

-Steve
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on September 17, 2005, 06:37 PM
Hey, does anyone who lucked out on the last wave of Unleashed (Stormtrooper/IG-88/Aurra Sing) still have the little mini Twilek Bodyguard (and card) that came with it?  If so, do you guys want them, or could you spare them to a dork that actually collects those minis?  LMK!  Thanks...

- Matt

Good lord man, how many do you need? ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Sithbaker on September 17, 2005, 08:02 PM
Hey, does anyone who lucked out on the last wave of Unleashed (Stormtrooper/IG-88/Aurra Sing) still have the little mini Twilek Bodyguard (and card) that came with it?  If so, do you guys want them, or could you spare them to a dork that actually collects those minis?  LMK!  Thanks...

- Matt

Good lord man, how many do you need? ::)

At least one more than he currently has?  :P
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JayDouble on September 18, 2005, 01:08 AM
Some guy on RS posted this link: http://froogle.google.com/froogle?q=Unleashed+store:shoptax&cat=1273

If it's true that's a pretty good deal.  Why do I think it's a scam? 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on September 18, 2005, 01:23 AM
Some guy on RS posted this link: http://froogle.google.com/froogle?q=Unleashed+store:shoptax&cat=1273

If it's true that's a pretty good deal. Why do I think it's a scam?

Argh!  I dunno...  I've got a Boba in my cart right now, and was going to risk the checkout to see what happened, but the freaking shipping costs on it is $20!!  :o  Damn.  If I KNEW it was legit, I'd go for it, but I'm just a little too sketched out on it.  I'll probably regret passing on it though, I'm sure.  :-\

EDIT:  OK, I just went through the payment process, and if you go through the "Pay by Paypal option", they send you a payment request to your Paypal e-mail addy.  So I've gone that far so far.  Slightly concerned about going further though...
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on September 18, 2005, 01:37 AM
Some guy on RS posted this link: http://froogle.google.com/froogle?q=Unleashed+store:shoptax&cat=1273

If it's true that's a pretty good deal. Why do I think it's a scam?

Argh!  I dunno...  I've got a Boba in my cart right now, and was going to risk the checkout to see what happened, but the freaking shipping costs on it is $20!!  :o  Damn.  If I KNEW it was legit, I'd go for it, but I'm just a little too sketched out on it.  I'll probably regret passing on it though, I'm sure.  :-\

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Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on September 18, 2005, 01:48 AM
Yeah, I read through that after I posted my original response there.  But the good news is that it's a flat $20, regardless of how much you order.  So for some dumb reason, I slapped the Yoda on there too.  Still waiting for my e-mail from them requesting payment, so we'll see how that goes...

Jay, holler if you see any updates on RS about this actually being a scam or something.  Actually, do you have a link to that discussion, so I can just follow it myself?  That'd be helpful...

- M
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: DSJ™ on September 18, 2005, 01:54 AM
Unleashed (http://threads.rebelscum.com/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=UBB19&Number=1403988&Forum=All_Forums&Words=unleashed&Searchpage=0&Limit=25&Main=1403988&Search=true&where=bodysub&Name=&daterange=1&newerval=1&newertype=y&olderval=&oldertype=&bodyprev=#Post1403988)   :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on September 18, 2005, 02:05 AM
OK, so if you just go to Shoptax.com (http://www.shoptax.com), you'll see it's some type of site for vitamins and health supplements.  If you do a search in the product find box for star wars or unleashed, you get absolutely nothing, as you'd expect on a health site.

I'd say it's either a scam, or a serious goof.  We'll see what happens...  No payment e-mail to me yet, so I'd say it's not looking good.

Of course, I remember a few years ago when some outdoor/fishing/sportsman site had all of the Riddell helmets (except the Stormies) for cheap, so who knows.  Stay tuned...
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JayDouble on September 18, 2005, 02:14 AM
Yeah, Matt can order for all of us now.  I want 10 of each Matt.   ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on September 18, 2005, 03:21 AM
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•Will you ship outside the United States?

Sorry, at present we are not able to ship outside the United States.
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 >:(
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on September 18, 2005, 05:40 AM
Quote
•Will you ship outside the United States?

Sorry, at present we are not able to ship outside the United States.
Quote

 >:(

Jesse if you want to have them shipped to my house you can then I'll just ship them to you.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on September 18, 2005, 06:40 PM
I still havn't got an email for "shoptax". I think the link is a joke.  Would have been cool though! I guy can dream.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jadesfire on September 18, 2005, 06:43 PM
Hey, does anyone who lucked out on the last wave of Unleashed (Stormtrooper/IG-88/Aurra Sing) still have the little mini Twilek Bodyguard (and card) that came with it?  If so, do you guys want them, or could you spare them to a dork that actually collects those minis?  LMK!  Thanks...

- Matt

I think I sent you one in your box of goodies but I'm not sure,....
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JediMAC on September 18, 2005, 09:54 PM
I think I sent you one in your box of goodies but I'm not sure,....

Really, Beth?  I'll have to double check.  There were so many fun goodies in there that my head was spinning, and I can hardly remember everything at this point.  I'll go scope it out again though.

But if you find any more floating around during your move, you know where to find me...  ;)

BTW, no e-mail from those folks on the Unleashed, so that's a dead deal.  Not surprising, especially considering it was a health supplement company.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on September 19, 2005, 02:49 AM
Jesse if you want to have them shipped to my house you can then I'll just ship them to you.

I appreciate the offer, Robb.   8) 

Looks like we're all outta luck though.   :(
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on September 21, 2005, 10:36 AM
Does anyone know where people are getting the star cases for the unleashed. The only place I have seen them is on e-bay for a pretty high price.  Let me know if you guys have seen them somewhere else.
Josh
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: ruiner on September 26, 2005, 04:03 PM
Jeez, I can't believe the 'unmasked' version of Vader is still fetching upwards of $200.  I distinctly remember passing on this guy at retail because I already had the first version...


Idiot!

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jeff on October 4, 2005, 04:29 PM
Anyone heard anything more about a possible Vader Unleashed variant at Best Buy?

(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/10-05/bbvaderU.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on October 4, 2005, 04:36 PM
Damn!  If that's an actual variant Vader, that will guarantee Best Buy an amazing # of sales.  Fanboys will be knocking themselves over to get that. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jeff on October 4, 2005, 04:39 PM
The only thing I know for sure is there is definitely new packaging and possibly a new base, but that bit has not been confirmed (and the picture is way to small to tell).

I don't think there is anything different about the actual figure, but again, I'm not quite sure yet...
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on October 4, 2005, 04:43 PM
Even so, those carded Unleashed guys are going to have a fit (personally, I think leaving Unleashed in their packaging is a little oddballish *cough*Dale*cough*  ;)).

And for those of us that just rip these open, it's another chance to grab a Vader figure that flew off the shelves.   8)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jeff on October 4, 2005, 04:59 PM
Hmmm... speak of the devil.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=7284725&type=product&cmp=++&id=1118839979702

Time to get your pre-orders in?   ;)

Jeff

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JedioftheNorth on October 4, 2005, 05:14 PM
So you can buy just the Vader cause I need one wonder if this will be offered in Canada.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on October 4, 2005, 07:28 PM
Hmmm... speak of the devil.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=7284725&type=product&cmp=++&id=1118839979702

Time to get your pre-orders in?   ;)

Jeff



Page no longer exists.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on October 4, 2005, 07:29 PM
Interesting.  Perhaps this was put up on their site sooner than planned?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jeff on October 4, 2005, 07:45 PM
Page no longer exists.

Strange, it works when I click on it:

(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/10-05/bestbuy.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on October 4, 2005, 08:40 PM
Stored in your cache perhaps?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jeff on October 4, 2005, 08:52 PM
Stored in your cache perhaps?

When I clicked on it for that last post, it was the first time at home (I posted it earlier from work).

I just refreshed all my cookies and it still works for me.  Maybe it can tell you are a Canuckian and won't let you click it?   :P

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Morgbug on October 4, 2005, 08:54 PM
Wouldn't be the first time something like that happened.  Usually they're not so clever until I enter an addy.  Meh, no big deal, I don't want the damn thing anyway. :P
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on October 4, 2005, 11:45 PM
Looks cool, would of been cooler if it was the Unmasked version.  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on October 5, 2005, 01:20 AM
I ordered one for the heck of it, I DON'T open mine (tomatoes being thrown at me!! :P) so this will be a cool addition to my wall of 'awsome'. Unfortunately it doesn't look like this one can be hung up.

By the way, I asked a few replys back if anyone knew where the star cases for UL were coming from. No one knows???

Josh
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JayDouble on October 5, 2005, 01:59 AM

By the way, I asked a few replys back if anyone knew where the star cases for UL were coming from. No one knows???


I think Protech is coming out with them again.  A couple of booths at the local trade show sell them.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on October 6, 2005, 09:43 PM
Noticed today that my loacal Target has the Unleashed on clearance. So if anyone needs an army of Assaj Ventress' you better run on down!  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on October 20, 2005, 10:51 AM
At least were getting reasurred agian in the Unleashed Battle Packs udate that the 7" line will be returing next fall. That is a long time to wait.  I hope they can come up with something better than the rehashes that they were going to make. 

Any thoughts on what the next 3 might be??

I am hoping for:
Gamorrean Guard
Jawa
Royal Guard
Biker Scout
And at least one of the droids would be nice. R2 would prbably be the best.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jeff on October 20, 2005, 11:35 AM
Any thoughts on what the next 3 might be??

In this era or "reusing and repacking", I'll guess the next three (after the Han/Chewie/Shocktrooper) will be:

- Luke in Stormtrooper gear (han trooper head swap)
- Darth Vader w/Ep3 Crispy head (instead of old anakin head)
- Obi-Wan w/Ep4 Obi-Wan head (instead of Ep3 Obi-Wan head)

 :P
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Brian on October 20, 2005, 11:51 AM
I wouldn't mind some minor repacking of this line (when it returns), as long as it included that elusive Stormtrooper :).  Otherwise, I'm definitely ready for some new entries into the line, and I'm looking forward to its return.

On another note, I was just thinking as I was reading the "Unleashed Battle Packs" update today how this new line would "compliment" the returning 7" line......I'm still not sure if I'll buy any of the 2" versions (we'll see what OT sets they have/what they're like), but I was wondering with these two different scales working together if Hasbro would look to do something like a Rancor or Wampa in the 7" (or around there, to scale) scale, to compliment the 2" line.  Such as, having "Jabba's Palace/Carkoon" Battle Packs, accompanied by a 7" Unleashed Rancor.  Maybe some ships would be an option here too.  Again, not saying that it would be something I'm interested or not, but just an idea that came up when reading about these today.  It might be neat, if it could be done somewhat to scale...but then again, they can still ditch the 2" line for all I care and create some all new 7" figures for us too :).
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: bomarr Monk on October 21, 2005, 08:52 PM
I went to wal-mart to do some grocery shopping and I decided to see if I could find something other than Asajj Ventress and low and behold I found these....... ;D

(http://hometown.aol.com/tripleaitch/images/dsc02702.jpg)

I am sooo glad i found them at retail.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on October 22, 2005, 04:21 PM
It would be nice if they made Qui Gon Jinn, repacked the Removable Helmet Vader and finished out the Bounty Hunters.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on October 22, 2005, 11:34 PM
It would be nice if they ... finished out the Bounty Hunters.

Excellent idea.  Some others I'd like to see are the Rancor and Jabba, but I'm not sure they would look good unless they were done to scale, in which case they'd be huge!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on October 29, 2005, 11:41 AM
Just got this via E-mail from Best Buy concerning my pre-order Unleashed Vader:




Dear Best Buy Customer,
 
Thank you for your recent pre-order of the Best Buy exclusive Star Wars Darth Vader Unleashed on BestBuy.com.

Due to a delay in securing inventory, we were unable to ship the product to you by October 21, 2005. We are working with the vendor to get the inventory to fulfill your order as soon as we can. At this time, we anticipate being able to ship your order on November 2, 2005. Please disregard the backorder email you received. Your credit card has not been billed for this item and will be charged when the product ships.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Please don't hesitate to contact us with additional questions or concerns.

Thank you for your loyalty,
The Customer Care Team  
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: starwax137 on October 29, 2005, 07:34 PM
I would like to see them make....

Royal Guard
Zam Wesell
Battle Droid, Super Battle Droid, Destroyer Droid
'background' Jedi (Shaak Ti, Luminara Unduli, Barriss Offee, Ki-Adi-Mundi, Plo Koon, Bultar Swan, Kit Fisto, Coleman Trebor, Agen Kolar, etc. etc. etc.)
Durge
Quinlan Vos
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jeff on October 31, 2005, 06:23 PM
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/10-05/tn_bbunvaderf.jpg) (http://www.jedidefender.com/image.pl?http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/10-05/bbunvaderf.jpg)

Thanks to an eBay auction, we get a sneak peek at the Unleashed Vader that will be available at Best Buy starting tomorrow.  Click on the link below for more photos!

Click here for Best Buy Exclusive Darth Vader Pics! (http://www.jedidefender.com/newspro/fullnews.cgi?newsid1130800655,91745,)

Kind of a unique way to present the Unleashed Vader - I like this round packaging look, but fear they will be pretty roughed up when I go to grab one tomorrow...  :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: SilverZ on October 31, 2005, 08:21 PM
So my order (that I had to call on to get an updated) lists the Vader still as backordered. On bestbuy.com they're listed as sold out, and only half of the nearby stores list them as available. I wonder if this is going to turn into a major headache...
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on November 1, 2005, 12:38 AM
I talked to a Best Buy guy and he said they were only getting one case, which is 6.  That would be bad if that is all they get.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on November 1, 2005, 01:28 AM
Damn!  I like that round packaging.  I'd actually keep this bad boy in his plastic prison just because of his unique look.  And since I already have the original ROTS Darth Vader opened, I wouldn't have to feel guilty about leaving him "carded".

But if stores are only going to get one case each, the odds of getting one from Best Buy are about nil.  But eBay ought to be full of them tomorrow - maybe even get it for retail.   :-\

...edit... I just reread the auction description and noticed this:

Attention: The color of Darth Vader's cape is different with the old version.

I guess they splashed some blue on his cape for the Best Buy colors.  Kinda goofy.

And they also appear to have added some silver spray as well.  I need to see this with my own eyes to decide how good it really looks.  :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on November 1, 2005, 09:59 AM
I just got an email from best buy this morning and it says the unleashed are backordered agian.  It looks like I have to drive down there to actually get one. Suck!!
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on November 1, 2005, 12:14 PM
Well I went to Best Buy first thing this morning and picked up the Unleahsed Vader. Its AWSOME, I really like it. But I am a "leave it in the package" kind of guy.  He is definitely different than the other Vader paint wise.  I don't think it is just his cape.  His cape is more metalic and there are hints of red on his body.  Its like the sprayed him with mystic paint, the kind that gives off different colors at different angles.  This is definitely worth getting.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on November 1, 2005, 12:21 PM
and by the way there were 24 of them at my best buy, not so limited.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: SilverZ on November 1, 2005, 12:42 PM
I got that backordered email this morning as well. Did anyone get a ship notice?

I'm going to be extremely pissed if I've missed out on this because of inept Best Buy online morons.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on November 1, 2005, 01:23 PM
i just tried to cancel my order, but they said it already shipped
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: SilverZ on November 1, 2005, 01:34 PM
I'll have to call as well and see if mine shipped. The listing on their site changed from sold out to available on bestbuy.com, and it's also available for store pickup now. I ordered an extra one in case the online order gets hosed up.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: darth punkinhed on November 1, 2005, 03:43 PM
A friend of mine just picked up one of these for me on his lunch break. The guy at best buy told him they ordered 50, got 25 and there where 10 there when he picked mine up, 8 left when he went to check out. They're moving quick but at least it's a hell of a lot easier to get than the lava vader.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on November 1, 2005, 09:51 PM
How much was it?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on November 1, 2005, 09:52 PM
How much was it?

I believe they're going for $14.99.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on November 2, 2005, 11:47 PM
I bit. Went ahead and found a BB that had em in stock and put one on hold but of course when I went there to pick it up tonight. "We can't find them. If you could come back tomorrow."  ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on November 3, 2005, 08:57 PM
Rumor has it that we may see the next wave of Unleashed (Han Stormie, Shockie and Chewie) as early as March. While Im not holding my breath I'll be keeping my eyes peeled.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jeff on November 3, 2005, 09:05 PM
Rumor has it that we may see the next wave of Unleashed (Han Stormie, Shockie and Chewie) as early as March. While Im not holding my breath I'll be keeping my eyes peeled.

According to the revised Pre-Order at EE (http://www.entertainmentearth.com/aff-home.asp?id=JE-405087801&number=HS85176C):  "Estimated Arrival: July 2006"

That info matches the last I heard on a revised date from Hasbro...


Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JayDouble on November 4, 2005, 05:06 PM
I picked up one Darth Vader Unleashed at Best Buy today.  I'm very pleased with the piece.  I was suprised how big the container was, it reminds of a popcorn tin. 
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on November 10, 2005, 12:55 AM
Brought this up from te depths of no where. Couldn't even find it.

Did everyone get there Best Buy Vader in the mail? I got mine on Monday.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on November 10, 2005, 01:00 AM
Did it turn up in good shape?  How well did they pack it?
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on November 10, 2005, 01:13 AM
Tomorrow I go into B to see about getting my order from last week. Wish me luck.  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: SpudTrooper on November 10, 2005, 01:22 AM
i got mine in today..well packed with air packs all around. tube was intact..

good luck tommorrow Robb, dont forget to take and run out with that Vader Standee  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on November 10, 2005, 01:26 AM
i got mine in today..well packed with air packs all around. tube was intact..

Glad to hear it!  Mine's in transit....   :)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on November 10, 2005, 01:34 AM
Obviously mine was packed same as MetalJedi's was. I can't complain, it arrived perfect.

I wish I would have gotten more of these. I didn't realize how fast they would go. I got two, but a friend already wants it. O well.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on November 10, 2005, 02:14 AM
i got mine in today..well packed with air packs all around. tube was intact..

good luck tommorrow Robb, dont forget to take and run out with that Vader Standee  ;D

That is exactly what I plan on doing if they don't have it. I'll be like this is the 3rd time Ive been in here and you don't have it, Im taking this one then.  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Darth Slothus on November 10, 2005, 11:29 AM
What's the big deal on the BB vader? Can someone give me a logical reason to buy the same thing twice(new packaging doesn't count as a real reason for me,sorry)? This IS the same exact unleashed vader in a different package. Phew, I'm glad Hasbro didn't fool me into buying the same thing twice ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: Jayson on November 10, 2005, 11:50 AM
The BB Vader has a red "over spray" on areas (cape, helmet, legs) and I believe the lightsaber blade is different too.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: JesseVader08 on November 10, 2005, 02:30 PM
This IS the same exact unleashed vader in a different package. Phew, I'm glad Hasbro didn't fool me into buying the same thing twice ::)

This is no different than people that collect each carded version of the 3 3/4" line.  Do you give them a hard time too?  Granted, I've always been an opener of the Unleashed line, but others are carded collectors.  I can respect that.

And besides, like jay said, it's NOT the exact same Vader - same sculpt, but different paint apps.

Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: jr87mustang on November 10, 2005, 03:53 PM
I can see his point, but I am a collector that opens nothing (except kubricks). So unless you care about a different paint job I wouldn't by it.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on November 10, 2005, 09:41 PM
What's the big deal on the BB vader? Can someone give me a logical reason to buy the same thing twice(new packaging doesn't count as a real reason for me,sorry)? This IS the same exact unleashed vader in a different package. Phew, I'm glad Hasbro didn't fool me into buying the same thing twice ::)

Sorry its got a different paint application. And if thats not a real reason then you should take back all those repainted clones you bought cause technically they are the same figure. Phew.
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: SpudTrooper on November 10, 2005, 10:44 PM
at first i didnt want to get it since i already had one MOC, but a buddy of mine told me about the reddish parts so i just went ahead and ordered it...but just holding the tube makes me  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed Again
Post by: MetalJedi on November 13, 2005, 11:44 AM
Anyone have an extra BB Vader they'd be willing to sell?
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on November 17, 2005, 11:40 AM
Hasbro updates with a look at the Best Buy exclusive Vader (http://www.hasbro.com/starwars/pl/page.news/newsID.9B0F19C8-D56F-E112-4C847FE184621113/default.cfm).  Unfortunately, I don't think this is still in stores.

Click thumbnails for bigger pics

(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/10-05/BBUnlVaderCardedTN.jpg) (http://www.jedidefender.com/image.pl?http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/10-05/BBUnlVaderCarded2.jpg) (http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/10-05/BBUnlVaderLooseTN.jpg) (http://www.jedidefender.com/image.pl?http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/10-05/BBUnlVaderLoose2.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Mikey D on November 17, 2005, 01:21 PM
Unfortunately, I don't think this is still in stores.


I just saw about 20 of them about an hour ago.  I was thinking about picking it up, but talked myself out of it.  It just isn't different enough for me to worry about.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on November 17, 2005, 01:29 PM
Neat packaging though!

RS has carded pics of the new wave - Shocktrooper, Han in Stormtrooper disguise, and the turd of the bunch - Chewie.

A re-release of Boba would be nice....or unmasked Vader!   8)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on November 17, 2005, 01:52 PM
I'm so glad that these will (hopefully) eventually make it back to retail.  I noticed those pics over at RS as well, nice to see the carded versions up close like that.  Even though it is mostly a re-hash, I'm really looking forward to that Han Stormtrooper.  I'm considering getting the Shocktrooper as well, but haven't quite decided yet.  I think I'll leave the Chewie though, it just isn't different enough from the previous version.  Hopefully these won't be tough to find, and we'll see some "all new" figures right on the heels of this wave.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on November 17, 2005, 02:14 PM
Unfortunately, I don't think this is still in stores.


I just saw about 20 of them about an hour ago.  I was thinking about picking it up, but talked myself out of it.  It just isn't different enough for me to worry about.

I'm glad to be be wrong then.  :)  Perhaps these will actually show up at a few other Best Buys too.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Mikey D on November 17, 2005, 02:22 PM
You'd think the idiot who took the loose Han Stormtrooper pic over at RS would have left the helmet off.  ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on November 17, 2005, 02:23 PM
You'd think the idiot who took the loose Han Stormtrooper pic over at RS would have left the helmet off.  ::)

Heh heh, I was thinking the exact same thing. 
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on November 17, 2005, 02:36 PM
Quote
You'd think the idiot who took the loose Han Stormtrooper pic over at RS would have left the helmet off.

Heh heh, I was thinking the exact same thing.

Me too. :)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on November 17, 2005, 03:08 PM
Would've been nice if they had fixed the stormie helmet - it's still goofy.

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: aka DaBigKahuna on November 17, 2005, 03:36 PM
From the new wave I plan on only picking up Han.  I was committed to sticking to OT pieces until I came across the Yoda Sidious today and just could not resist  :-*.  It looked too cool for school.

DBK
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on November 18, 2005, 12:06 PM
Yoda and Sidious are OT characters!   :P

Don't sweat it!

 8)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Reid on November 19, 2005, 08:35 PM
Since it's been reported that the Shock/Han/Chew wave of unleashed will be sold in spring 2006, what are you're ideas for future unleashed? mine are:

-Imperial Officer
-Imperial Scout Trooper (with varient Kashyyyk color scheme)
-ROTS R2 (with Super BD base)
-501st Stormtrooper
-Republic Commando
-ROTS Blue Imperial Guard
-ROTJ Red Imperial Guard
-Neimodian Warrior
-Rancor Keeper
-E2 Clone Pilot
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: jr87mustang on November 19, 2005, 09:55 PM
TOTALLY no offense, but if I see another Neimodian Warrior, I am going to throw-up.  I like your  501st  idea that would be awsome (would be cool with a dead Jedi body at the base).
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on November 19, 2005, 10:24 PM
Qui Gon Jinn, Quinlan Vos and like I said finishing out the Bounty Hunters would be cool.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on December 27, 2005, 11:51 AM
Yoda's News reported the following a few days ago:

Our Bothan Spy reports in today with some new information about the large scale Unleashed figures. The latest news they are getting is that the 3 we have seen many times already will be the last wave until 2007 (and possibly the last wave period), and they also heard that this set of three will be exclusive (for now at least) to Wal-Mart Stores. More news as we get it!

I seriously hope that either their Bothans are completely wrong about it being the end of the Unleashed line.

Either that or I hope Hasbro pulls their heads out of their asses.  >:(
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on December 27, 2005, 03:08 PM
Quote
Yoda's News reported the following a few days ago:

Our Bothan Spy reports in today with some new information about the large scale Unleashed figures. The latest news they are getting is that the 3 we have seen many times already will be the last wave until 2007 (and possibly the last wave period), and they also heard that this set of three will be exclusive (for now at least) to Wal-Mart Stores. More news as we get it!

I seriously hope that either their Bothans are completely wrong about it being the end of the Unleashed line.

Boy, I really hopy the spies are wrong about this too.  If this is the case, Hasbro really seems to be toying with us.  First we hear the line is done, then we are relieved when we're told its "coming back" in 2006.  Then we hear "Fall 06", then it is moved up to "Spinrg 06", and now maybe just one (exclusive) wave (of mostly rehashed figures) and that's it?  I definitely hope that isn't the case.  This is a great line, which seems to target collectors mainly, and there is more than enough life left in it.  I mean, we still haven't even seen all the "versions" of the main characters (Luke, Han, Leia, Lando, R2, 3PO, etc.) not to mention the troopers we could see (Biker Scout, Hoth Snowtrooper, etc.), bounty hunters, and much more.  A lot of different characters left to help the line continue for awhile yet.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: jokabofe on December 29, 2005, 07:41 PM
The only thing I hope they are wrong about is the part about it possibly being a WalMart exclusive. Man, I hate WalMart. The employees in the stores near me are totally clueless about stuff like this. Even managers. They look at me like I've got three heads when I ask about stuff like the twins sets or the Animated figure packs.

Idiots.

If these unleashed are exclusives, I've got about a .000014% chance of finding them at retail. I guess there must be a few people at WalMart that know what "exclusives" are, and what that means to ebay.

*******.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jeff on December 29, 2005, 09:05 PM
The only thing I hope they are wrong about is the part about it possibly being a WalMart exclusive.

Sorry Dave, but that part is 100% true according to Hasbro (http://hasbro.com/starwars/pl/newsID.360D88AB-D56F-E112-4B485677FE0C7A7A/page.news/dn/default.cfm):

"Previously shown at Comic Con, the 7" Unleashed wave that included Han Solo, Chewbacca and the Clone Trooper has been delayed to Fall 2006 and will be available exclusively at Wal-Mart."


I guess at this point all you can do is hope that Hasbro decides to make a change... again.   ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: SpudTrooper on January 14, 2006, 09:41 PM
THE FINAL 3 UNLEASHED CARDED FROM BIGBADTOYSTORE.COM

(http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/images/products/in/large/HAS11463.jpg)

cant wait for the Shock and Han Storm  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on January 20, 2006, 03:04 PM
Can't wait for the new Chewie!

 ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on January 20, 2006, 03:26 PM
I'm really hoping that Toy Fair will bring news of this line continuing beyond this (Wal-Mart Exclusive?) wave.  I really want to get that Han Stormtrooper one, so hopefully these won't be impossible to get a hold of.  Being an exclusive probably doesn't help things, but you never know I guess.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on February 14, 2006, 03:56 PM
With no presence of the large Unleashed at Toy Fair, do you think that reflects poorly on the future of this line?  I realize the Han Stormie/Shock/Chewbacca wave is supposed to be an exclusive to Wal-Mart, and I don't think exclusives (at least store exclusives) generally get shown at Toy Fair, so that might be the reason for their exclusion.  However, we really haven't heard much else regarding this line returning any time soon, so I'm starting to get a little concerned.  I'd really like to see it come back, in some way or another, even if it would have to be online or via SWShop or something.  It really seems like Hasbro is missing a good opportunity for this line.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on February 15, 2006, 10:43 AM
I loved this line and try to buy the ones I like as I don't have the space to buy them all (and some don't even warrant a purchase - see Asajj Ventress and the new Chewbacca).

Do I think this line is doomed? 

Yes, for two reasons:

1.  It takes up too much space at retail and if the assortment breakdown is not right, certain characters sit and new product will not get re-ordered. 

2.  I think the line eats up a lot of capital (tooling dollars) and the payback does not hit Hasbro's pre-determined guidelines in regards to payback.


With that being said, I'd love to see the line become a Hasbrotoyshop.com exclusive - but it will never happen because of point #2 above.

I think we'll see the "rehash" wave at WM this fall, it will sit (sans the Shocktrooper and Han), Chewie will clog the shelves and end up on clearance right after X-Mas. 

Buy them when you see them (even Chewie) as I think they will be the last wave ever in large scale Unleashed. 

*The same will hold true with the minis
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on February 15, 2006, 10:53 AM
I'm kind of starting to get the feeling that we might be seeing the last of this line as well.  We heard the rumors/info of the "line returning to retail in 2006", but that might have just meant the Wal-Mart wave and we read more into it than that.  We will see I guess, it would have been nice to at least see a few more waves.  I know there are a lot of others, particularly OT-based, that I would have liked to see.

Lando (Skiff Guard?)
Princess Leia (ANH)
Biker Scout (maybe w/Ewoks)
Han Solo (Bespin/Hoth/Endor)
Luke Skywalker (Bespin/Hoth/Endor - on speeder bike would be cool)
Snowtrooper
Stormtrooper (that we can all get)
Bounty Hunters
R2/3PO 2 Pack

Anyways, I'll definitely pick up the Stormtrooper Han if it makes it to Wal-Mart, and possibly the Shocktrooper too, and continue to hope that this line will continue on in some way.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Holographic Elvis on February 15, 2006, 01:11 PM
Yeah, I think it's safe to assume this line is toast.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Mikey D on February 15, 2006, 01:27 PM
Yeah, I think it's safe to assume this line is toast.

I'd have to agree.  Hopefully the final three come somehow and then I'll just need to track down a regular stormtrooper (which isn't going to get any cheaper).  It's been said numerous times before, but Hasbro blew it big time with this line.  And that's disappointing because the potential was there.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Dan on February 20, 2006, 08:33 AM
It is a let-down to not see something for this line at Toy fair. I don't know about your areas, but here in the Twin Cities, Minnesota, the small unleashed sit and sit and sit. Some of them even look pretty cool, but I'm not plopping $10.00 on them , and it appears others are feeling the same way.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on February 23, 2006, 10:28 AM
I need a huge favor - I just bought Aurra Sing (loose) and I can't for the life of me, figure out how the ****** base goes together. 

You know which one I'm talking about - the three sided piece of **** that she kneels on!

I would be forever grateful if someone could send me a scan of the instruction sheet - my email is somber77@hotmail.com


Thanks in advance!

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on February 23, 2006, 11:17 AM
That base has got to be the biggest pain in the ass to build.  I should still have that info sheet at home, I'll scan it for you tonight.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Mikey D on February 23, 2006, 11:21 AM
That base has got to be the biggest pain in the ass to build.

****, even with the instruction sheet, it took me awhile to figure it out.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on February 23, 2006, 11:44 AM
That base has got to be the biggest pain in the ass to build. I should still have that info sheet at home, I'll scan it for you tonight.

Thank you - I swear I spent half an hour trying to figure it out....even with pictures it's damn near impossible.



Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Madcow on February 23, 2006, 11:51 AM
One of my local TRUs is going out of business and having crazy sales. I went there the other night and all figures were marked 50% off. The only SW stuff I found at first was a bunch of Vader helmets and Ventress Unleashed. The place was an absolute mess, stuff everywhere. I was digging behind some games when I found a Darth Sidious Unleashed tucked away. The card was destroyed with the top layer of the back being ripped off and starting to peel from the bubble. Luckily the bar code was readable and the figure was perfect. I walked out with it for $7.50. My first Unleashed purchase...  
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on February 23, 2006, 11:55 AM
That base has got to be the biggest pain in the ass to build. I should still have that info sheet at home, I'll scan it for you tonight.

Thank you - I swear I spent half an hour trying to figure it out....even with pictures it's damn near impossible.

No kidding!  I'm pretty sure it took me at least that long - it seems to take some serious twisting to get the tabs to hook their matching slots.  ::)

My first Unleashed purchase...  

And methinks not your last.  ;)  There are so many great Unleashed figures that have been done, if you're like me, you'll want them all.  I'm close, but I still need both of the OT Vaders.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Madcow on February 23, 2006, 12:05 PM
And methinks not your last.  ;)  There are so many great Unleashed figures that have been done, if you're like me, you'll want them all.  I'm close, but I still need both of the OT Vaders.

I remember working at TRU when these first came out. We had them all but I just let them slip through my hands because at time I was on a SW hiatus. I'll admit that I'm tempted by some of the Unleashed but the Kubricks still have the top spot for me...  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Darth Slothus on February 23, 2006, 03:48 PM
I have had this last wave of unleashed  on order at EE since Nov 2005. If it is slated to me a WM exclusive...then how can EE sell it? I keep getting periodical emails from EE for order status... :-\

Guess I'll find out in a couple months :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on February 27, 2006, 12:21 PM
Here's a link to a pic of the Aurra Sing assembly sheet (http://www.jedidefender.com/jwall/pics/IMG_2894-Aurra-Sing.JPG) - I hope it helps, Travis.  It's a pretty big file so I didn't lose any detail.

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on February 27, 2006, 03:15 PM
Thanks!  You're a life saver!

This will help immensely.  If you need anything, drop me a line.


 8)
Title: 7inch Unleashed
Post by: Hemish on April 3, 2006, 12:10 PM
Wasnt sure where to post this, I remember talk of these coming back , but never heard anything about them since.
http://www.casefresh.com/starwars/hasbro/unleashedfigures.htm
Casefresh has them slated as a May release , which in theory means you yanks should have them anytime now, we tend to be behind your releases by about 4-5 weeks.
Anyone seen them?
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on April 3, 2006, 02:12 PM
Nothing yet.  I believe this wave is WM exclusive which means we won't see it until late June when the stores reset their aisles for Fall.

Should we take bets on how many Chewies' can fit on the pegs?

 :P
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jayson on April 3, 2006, 02:18 PM
My guess is 10, but it will be in the home & garden section, since nothing at the walmart I go to is ever in the right aisle.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on April 17, 2006, 12:31 PM
What's the trick to finding good deals on ebay?

 :o

$15 Unleashed Stormtrooper MOC (http://cgi.ebay.com/Star-Wars-Unleashed-Stormtrooper_W0QQitemZ6048729377QQcategoryZ2476QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on April 17, 2006, 01:06 PM
Blimey!  Nice deal, that's one that I've always had hopes of picking up eventually, but with no news on the large Unleashed line for awhile, I'm losing hope - at least of finding it at a price I can afford.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on April 19, 2006, 07:24 PM
So are we gonna have to wait till Comic-Con to find out about this line staying or going or what?
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on April 20, 2006, 01:18 AM
So are we gonna have to wait till Comic-Con to find out about this line staying or going or what?

I wonder if we'll even hear anything then.  I'm beginning to believe that this line is dead.  I really hate to say that because I love the 7" figures, but they've put so much effort into other lines that I don't think we'll be seeing this one return anytime soon.  :'(
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on April 20, 2006, 10:22 AM
I've really been curious about this line's future as well.  Unfortunately, I've started to think the same as Jesse - that this line might be dead.  We've had no mention or sight of anything new from it for quite some time now, and there really hasn't even been talk about that once exclusive WM wave of repaints/retools (Han/Chewie/Shocktrooper).  I hope we at least see those get released if nothing else, I'd really like that Han Stormtrooper figure.  I was really holding out hope that this line would continue, through some avenue, because I know there are a lot more characters I'd like to see get the Unleashed treatment.  Ditch the small ones already, and bring these back Hasbro :).
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jeff on April 21, 2006, 10:36 AM
So are we gonna have to wait till Comic-Con to find out about this line staying or going or what?

Consider it just a "rumor list" at this point...

Unleashed 7" Figures
May - Red Shocktrooper
May - Chewbacca
May - Han Solo as Stormtrooper

Boba Fett - Greatest Hits / Repack
Darth Vader (Version 1) - Greatest Hits / Repack
General Grievous - Greatest Hits / Repack
Yoda / Emperor - Greatest Hits / Repack

Darth Maul (Version 2)
Greedo
Kit Fisto

R2-D2 w/ Battle Droids
Sandtrooper
Darth Vader (A New Hope)

Obi-Wan (A New Hope)
Luke Skywalker (New Hope Poster)
Princess Leia (New Hope Poster)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Darth Slothus on April 21, 2006, 10:49 AM
the version 1 darth vader wasn't the unmasked was it? Anyway, the unmasked vader would have to be in a greatest hits asst(for me any way..it's the only unleashed I DON'T have yet :()
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Mikey D on April 21, 2006, 11:02 AM
The one figure that should have been a Greatest Hit isn't (Stormtrooper). Vader and Boba I can see, but Grievous and Yoda / Sidious?   >:(

Excellent news on the others if true.  Was really hoping this line would make a comeback.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on April 21, 2006, 12:20 PM
I really hope these rumors are true, it would be great to see this line make a comeback.  I agree with Mikey, please Hasbro please make the Stormtrooper a "greatest hit" sometime in the future.  The rest of the lineup looks pretty good though.  I've been hoping we'd see R2 make it into the assortment at some point, as well as ANH Obi-Wan.  The Sandtrooper will be a nice substitute if I can't ever get a hold of a Stormtrooper - and speaking of which, doesn't it seem like the Sandtrooper and Greedo have gotten quite a push lately?  Galactic Heroes, basic/VTSC figures, possible Unleashed figures all in the same year.  Kit Fisto has the potential to be a real nice figure visually.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on April 21, 2006, 01:26 PM
Besides Boba Fett, that is the WORST greatest hits assortment I've ever seen!  Why not re-release the Unmasked Vader?  We've already seen the Bespin version twice now!

The Yoda/Emperor figure was just out, as was Grievous!

Why not bring back Padme, Han Solo, the first Yoda and the like?

You know, the ones that the collectors are clamoring for.

Edit - I bet those ANH figures coincide with the 30th Anniversary of the movie next year.   ;)

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on April 21, 2006, 07:16 PM
So are we gonna have to wait till Comic-Con to find out about this line staying or going or what?

Consider it just a "rumor list" at this point...

Unleashed 7" Figures
May - Red Shocktrooper
May - Chewbacca
May - Han Solo as Stormtrooper

Boba Fett - Greatest Hits / Repack
Darth Vader (Version 1) - Greatest Hits / Repack
General Grievous - Greatest Hits / Repack
Yoda / Emperor - Greatest Hits / Repack

Darth Maul (Version 2)
Greedo
Kit Fisto

R2-D2 w/ Battle Droids
Sandtrooper
Darth Vader (A New Hope)

Obi-Wan (A New Hope)
Luke Skywalker (New Hope Poster)
Princess Leia (New Hope Poster)


What no Qui Gon Jinn?? I sure hope this rumor is true. Although thanks to ebay Im now 100% complete (Unmasked Vader)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Ben on April 23, 2006, 02:46 PM
This is great if it's true. I'm sure the Stormtrooper would be rereleased eventually.

This reminds me that I have yet to pick up Asajj, Aurra Sing, and IG-88.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Darth Slothus on April 24, 2006, 01:16 PM

What no Qui Gon Jinn?? I sure hope this rumor is true. Although thanks to ebay Im now 100% complete (Unmasked Vader)

That's prob. my next step to get complete too. How much did you cash out for yours MJ?
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Nicklab on April 24, 2006, 01:31 PM
So are we gonna have to wait till Comic-Con to find out about this line staying or going or what?

Consider it just a "rumor list" at this point...

Unleashed 7" Figures
May - Red Shocktrooper
May - Chewbacca
May - Han Solo as Stormtrooper

Boba Fett - Greatest Hits / Repack
Darth Vader (Version 1) - Greatest Hits / Repack
General Grievous - Greatest Hits / Repack
Yoda / Emperor - Greatest Hits / Repack

Darth Maul (Version 2)
Greedo
Kit Fisto

R2-D2 w/ Battle Droids
Sandtrooper
Darth Vader (A New Hope)

Obi-Wan (A New Hope)
Luke Skywalker (New Hope Poster)
Princess Leia (New Hope Poster)


This is definitely good news.  Here's to hoping that it's true.  The selections look promising.  Especially an ANH Ben.  Kit Fisto is a great choice, too.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on April 24, 2006, 01:51 PM
Why re-tool Maul?

The first version does pretty well on the secondary market - hell, I would just bring it back with the new "artwork" package and call it a day.

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Nicklab on April 24, 2006, 02:09 PM
There have been a number of collectors who thought that the first Maul didn't really capture the character very well.  I tend to agree with them.  Add in the invariably sagging lightsaber and hilt, and I have no problem with a new version of Darth Maul.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Morgbug on April 24, 2006, 02:21 PM
There have been a number of collectors who thought that the first Maul didn't really capture the character very well.  I tend to agree with them.  Add in the invariably sagging lightsaber and hilt, and I have no problem with a new version of Darth Maul.

Funny, I've never had a problem with sagging :-*
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on April 24, 2006, 06:18 PM

What no Qui Gon Jinn?? I sure hope this rumor is true. Although thanks to ebay Im now 100% complete (Unmasked Vader)

That's prob. my next step to get complete too. How much did you cash out for yours MJ?

I got on loose for 75 bucks shipped. Not too bad but still expensive.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Darth Slothus on April 25, 2006, 01:30 PM
That's really good , Rob. I can only hope to find one that low on card. ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on April 25, 2006, 04:52 PM
Funny, I've never had a problem with sagging :-*

You will.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on April 25, 2006, 06:47 PM
That's really good , Rob. I can only hope to find one that low on card. ::)

Im really glad I opened these from the get go. I would kill myself if I had to shell out 150+ bucks on a carded one.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on April 26, 2006, 10:34 AM
I'm having problem with my loose figures in regards to the metal pegs (you know the ones in the feet) bending.

The figures are too heavy and causing the metal pegs to bend and now they won't stand up straight.

Anyone else having problem?  Specifically Luke Hoth and Obi Wan ROTS.

I'll post some pics tonight.

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on April 26, 2006, 10:45 AM
I've had a lot of problems with the Luke Hoth figure, as far as the metal pegs bending.  I found a way to reposition him (turning the figure to the side), and haven't had any problems since.  But, when I originally "assembled" the figure with the base the proper way, he was almost laying flat after awhile.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on April 26, 2006, 10:31 PM
Case in point:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v342/somber77/fallover001.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v342/somber77/fallover002.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Holographic Elvis on April 26, 2006, 11:30 PM
I had the same problems.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: max_one on April 27, 2006, 01:34 AM
i just started to get into this line when they shut it down. hope the rumors are true annd this line does return, there are some many figs that never got made.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on May 8, 2006, 10:05 AM
Has anyone heard anything further about the Han Stormtrooper/Shocktrooper/ROTS Chewie wave (at one time rumored for WM I believe)?  I just happened to see an ad this morning that ActionHQ is expecting these in May, so it made me think maybe I should check out other retailers and try to preorder them.  I wasn't able to find these figures (or a set of figures) on either BBTS or EE, and I have seen them there before.  Now its possible they are just pre-sold out, but if I remember correctly the listing is usually still there even if that is the case.  I was wondering if this is a sign that these are cancelled?  I hope that isn't the case, I was hoping that the line itself might start up - but I at least would have liked to have that Han Stormtrooper.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on May 8, 2006, 11:22 AM
I think they're still going ahead but WM only.

That's why you're not seeing them at EE or anywhere else.

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DSJ™ on May 9, 2006, 12:32 AM
I miss the original Unleashed line.  :'(
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: SpudTrooper on May 9, 2006, 01:12 AM
any word on the Shocktrooper, Han (storm), and Chewie releasing yet?  : :(
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on May 10, 2006, 08:43 PM
any word on the Shocktrooper, Han (storm), and Chewie releasing yet?  : :(

Im hoping soon. I may just order from ActionHQ.  :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: alexandertrooper on May 10, 2006, 10:33 PM
I've seen some hasbro ordering forms and yes the han/chewie/shock will be coming out plus much more.  Theres even going to be a greatist hits wave.  So as long as it doesn't get canceled there is a lot of new 7" unleashed figures coming soon.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jeff on May 11, 2006, 02:20 PM
Good news Unleashed fans...

These are now IN-STOCK at ActionHQ:

RotS Chewbacca (http://www.action-hq.com/cgi-bin/action-hq/oth002797.html)
Stormtrooper Han (http://www.action-hq.com/cgi-bin/action-hq/oth002798.html)
Shocktrooper (http://www.action-hq.com/cgi-bin/action-hq/oth002799.html)

I know the AHQ prices are spendy, but I just wanted to alert you all that these could be in the USA very soon...  ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on May 11, 2006, 04:56 PM
Holy crap - the Shocktrooper is out of stock already.  I want to get him, but I haven't decided if I'm going to bother with Han and Chewie since I have their original versions already.  I'd prefer to spend on other characters that haven't been 'unleashed' yet.

PS.  Thank the maker that the line is coming back!  8)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DSJ™ on May 11, 2006, 09:10 PM
PS.  Thank the maker that the line is coming back!  8)

About ******* time, I can't stand that mini ****!
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Bobafett77 on May 11, 2006, 09:45 PM
Glad to hear Hasbro may be coming back to their senses. Can't wait to see what's in that greatest hits wave!
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jeff on May 11, 2006, 10:54 PM
Glad to hear Hasbro may be coming back to their senses. Can't wait to see what's in that greatest hits wave!

I think that's what was in that rumor list a while back...

 
Consider it just a "rumor list" at this point...

Unleashed 7" Figures
May - Red Shocktrooper
May - Chewbacca
May - Han Solo as Stormtrooper

Boba Fett - Greatest Hits / Repack
Darth Vader (Version 1) - Greatest Hits / Repack
General Grievous - Greatest Hits / Repack
Yoda / Emperor - Greatest Hits / Repack

Darth Maul (Version 2)
Greedo
Kit Fisto

R2-D2 w/ Battle Droids
Sandtrooper
Darth Vader (A New Hope)

Obi-Wan (A New Hope)
Luke Skywalker (New Hope Poster)
Princess Leia (New Hope Poster)

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on May 11, 2006, 11:22 PM
So are we all expecting this to be a Walmart Exclusive? Im surprised we haven't heard anything from Hasbro( well not 100% surprised  ;D )
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jeff on May 11, 2006, 11:32 PM
Well, the last time Hasbro said anything official was 8 months ago (http://hasbro.com/starwars/pl/newsID.360D88AB-D56F-E112-4B485677FE0C7A7A/page.news/dn/default.cfm).

Back then, they were Wal-Mart exclusive, but at this point since they've been delayed so long, anything is possible I guess...
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: alexandertrooper on May 12, 2006, 01:46 AM
yep most of those rumer ones are confirmed to be coming out.  I'm waiting for the new up dated ordering list then I'll know for sure what else is to come out soon. 
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on May 12, 2006, 01:49 AM
Keep us updated, will ya?  ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: alexandertrooper on May 12, 2006, 01:32 PM
will do as soon as I get a heads up I'll let you know. 
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Morgbug on May 13, 2006, 04:27 PM
'Scum has a report of the three newest being found in Kentucky on their front page. 
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JayDouble on May 15, 2006, 12:28 AM
'Scum has a report of the three newest being found in Kentucky on their front page. 

A couple guys on the spawn board found them too.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on May 15, 2006, 11:04 AM
I checked our local WM this morning, just because I was in the area, but no signs there.  Not surprised though, our local store isn't a big SW supporter this year it seems.  Hopefully these won't be too tough to find, I really want to pick up that Han Stormtrooper.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on May 15, 2006, 11:42 AM
I really want to pick up that Han Stormtrooper.

No shocktrooper?

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on May 15, 2006, 11:43 AM
Yeah, the shocktrooper would be nice too.  I'm hoping to pick that one up too, even though I originally thought I would stick to OT-only with this line.  It depends on the budget, but the Han Stormie is first priority, then the Shock :).
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jeff on May 18, 2006, 11:13 AM
More confirmation that these are Wal-Mart only (unless the e-tailer is importing from Asia or something).

From NewForce Comics:
We have been alerted by Hasbro, that this item we presold starting last year, has been converted to, and sold as a Walmart Exclusive, and therefore will not be sold direct to any US accounts other than Walmart. So head down to your local Walmart to procure, as we will not receive any product direct from hasbro, effectively cancelling all preorders.

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on May 18, 2006, 11:20 AM
Thanks for posting that Jeff.  Well, its at least good to hear where we should be able to find these.  I've been checking our WM on and off since the first report(s) surfaced last week, but there's no sign.  Our stores haven't been real big supporters of SW this year, so we'll see how it goes.  I really want to pick up that Stormie Han, so hopefully they'll do an endcap dealie or something.  There's definitely no room in the aisle for them, at least not the way it is set up now.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Mikey D on May 18, 2006, 11:25 AM
****.  If these are anything like the Giantman wave, I'm never going to find the damn things.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Oboewan on May 19, 2006, 08:44 AM
Just found 'em at my local WalMart in Burke, VA.    3 unopened cases sitting under a pile of other boxes.   Picked up 1 of each of the new ones... not too impressed with the Chewie- pose is too much like the other one... but the Shocktropper and Han are aweseome!

Happy Hunting,

Jeff
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on May 19, 2006, 09:12 AM
Yeah, the Chewie is exactly the same as the first release.  Just a new shield and blaster.  Maybe a new base.

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Darth Slothus on May 19, 2006, 09:56 AM
I got them last nite during the stock. They were sent in a long case of 9/ 3each type. They come in display boxes for an endcap..my store got 3 cases. As with unleashed in the past..I expect the WM's to only get onetime/one shipment. What's the rumor I read about Hasbro continuing the line and the rumor that Target will get these and sell them for 19.99$ >:(?

EDIT: I forgot to mention they were $14 something each in cost
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jeff on May 19, 2006, 10:07 AM
the rumor that Target will get these and sell them for 19.99$ >:(?

I think folks are a little confused.  The folks over at RS made it sound like the $20 Unleashed would be the 7"stuff, but the info I have says the $20 Unleashed price stuff coming soon to Target will be the Hoth Mini-Unleashed DLX Sets that they are putting out...

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jim on May 19, 2006, 10:48 AM
Does anyone know if the plans to release some of the older figs holds true?  I am kicking myself for not getting into these.  I am planning to collect only the OT figs.  So catch up is only a dozen.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DoctorPadawan on May 19, 2006, 09:14 PM
Found the last three of one of those 9-endcap cases this morning at a local WM.  As strange as it may sound, I'm actually pretty disappointed in these.

For those of you who are wondering what parts are reused, what's been newly sculpted, and so forth, here's the rundown as far as I can tell:

-Chewbacca has a new right arm to hold the Wookiee Water Gun, and it looks as if the left hand may have been modified just a bit to hold the surfboard.  The nose/muzzle on mine isn't painted black like most Chewies, but I don't know if this is a paint mistake on my Chewie, or a widespread thing.  The base is the same as the Endor blob o' green but in tan, and there you go.  I'd say if you have the first one, you're not really missing much if you pass on this one.

-Han is pretty much the Stormtrooper body from collarbone to foot, with a new Han head sculpt (that, all kidding aside, looks like it belongs on a Force Battlers figure, especially when compared with the initial Han UL) and the helmet looks to be the original UL Stormtrooper head hollowed out (it fits on his head loosely but well).  The gun is the same as before, but without the white tip on the end, and the base is an all new sculpt.  The problem with the base is, like IG-88's, it is made out of a rubbery plastic and mine was a little warped right out of the package.  The Diagnoga tentacle is a new sculpt too, although it seems a bit small.  If you don't have a Stormtrooper, if you like Han Solo, or if you're a completist, pick this one up.  If you're wanting the best Han though, go for the first version.

-The Shock Trooper looks weird.  I had hoped the photos of the strange head sculpt would not reflect the finished product, but alas and alack, they do.  The paint job on mine is good though, and the base is great (I just hope those Clones got some heat absorbing shoes).  The body is pretty much the AOTC UL Clone with a new head, and he's holding the short gun (which is an OT Stormtrooper gun, believe it or not) instead of the long one.  This is the "winner" of the set, although I feel like this is probably the weakest UL wave ever and had these actually been the "end" of the line, they probably would have been the "end" of the line, if you catch my drift.

I'm really hoping the line continues with new figures and reissues of older and harder to get figures, but I'm also hoping that the new figures aren't this type of rehash on a regular basis.  I'm sure that Hasbro could crank out a ROTS Clone in 50 different colors with 50 different bases and sell a lot (of course I'd buy them), but one of the things that made the line so appealing to me was the uniqueness of each piece.  This wave just seems like a bunch of repeats.  :-\

As for reissues, I'm hoping they stick to the more valuable on the secondary market ones (Yoda, Boba Fett, RH Vader, Stormtrooper, Maul) and stay away from the ones that are either too recent (Sidious vs. Yoda, Grievous) or didn't do too well to begin with (Chewbacca, Hoth Luke, AOTC Obi-Wan). 
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Nicklab on May 20, 2006, 01:03 PM
Happy to say that I found the new wave this morning, and it was pretty much without incident.  I had planned on going to 6 WalMart's today, and it was at the first one I hit.  NICE!
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Famine on May 21, 2006, 02:13 AM
Found 30 of these 3 today, and I picked up the clone. It's fantastic, save for the helmet, but what can you do?

Kevin
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Ben on May 21, 2006, 03:22 AM
Are these WM exclusives? I forgot, and there's a lot of pages in this thread.

If they are, I shouldn't bother to start looking for another month, since we just got the WM exclusive ML wave last week.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on May 21, 2006, 02:49 PM
Yep, they are Ben.

Hopefully we'll see them real soon - we'll have to be quick as the Chewie's will pegwarm thereby preventing any new reorders from the WM mothership.

 :D
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Holographic Elvis on May 21, 2006, 06:28 PM
Found them all yesterday but just picked up a Shock Trooper for now.  Not interested in Chewy but Han looked great.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Ben on May 21, 2006, 06:33 PM
Damnation. That likely means I'll miss Han, which is the only one I want.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Famine on May 21, 2006, 11:20 PM
I'm hitting Wal*Mart tommorow, do you want to see if I can pick you up a Han?

Kevin
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Ben on May 22, 2006, 04:08 AM
Sure. I'd appreciate the help.  :)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: mr director on May 22, 2006, 09:18 AM
Found all 3 at WM on Saturday.  Had to pick up the shocktrooper.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on May 22, 2006, 11:17 AM
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Damnation. That likely means I'll miss Han, which is the only one I want.

That's my worry as well Ben.  Han's the only one I really want from this wave, and I'm worried he might be the first to go.  I am sort of on the fence with the Shocktrooper.  I try to stick with OT-only with these, with a few exceptions, but the Shockie is one of my favorite designs from the PT.  But, I'm hearing now that the helmet looks a little wonky (and it did in the online pics as well).  If I'm able to just get the Han, I'll be happy.  Hopefully this line will continue on this year too, and some of those rumor lists prove true.  I checked our local WM this weekend, but there was no sign of them yet.  I'm worried these will be a "one and done" type of thing, and once they are sold out that is it.  That makes them tougher to get a hold of, being exclusives.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JediFirefly on May 22, 2006, 08:38 PM
I picked up the 3 new ones: Han, Shockie, and Chewie. I have not yet decided if I am going to open and display them or keep them sealed. If anybody has these and has opened them if you could take some pictures and post that would be great so then I can see what they look like displayed.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: alexandertrooper on May 23, 2006, 09:48 PM
any chance can someone pick these new 3 up for me?  We aren't getting them in canada witch suchs and I don't want a hole in my unleashed collection.  If so please pm me and let me know.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Kit on May 25, 2006, 05:17 PM
These are starting to hit in my area as well.  Like a lot of people have already stated, "what the hell is up with the shocktrooper's head?!  He looks like that one dude with his head shrunken in the waiting room scene in "Beetlejuice".

Of all the characters to screw up hasbro. :(
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Ryan on May 25, 2006, 05:25 PM
Han's helmet can actually fit over top of the Shock's helmet.... :-\

I really hope the rumors of the Unleashed line coming back are true. These kit-bashed 'new' figures aren't very good, but I'd take them over those 2" POS Battle packs anyday.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on May 30, 2006, 03:13 PM
I was able to find the WM exclusive wave of Unleashed this past weekend, and picked up the Han and the Shocktrooper.  Even though it is partially a "kitbash", the Han Stormie is one of my favorite of the line so far.  I'm half tempted to pick up an extra one if I see one, just to leave the helmet on and have a "Stormtrooper".  I don't know if that is stupid or not, but unless a good re-release happens of the original, I don't see me picking up the higher priced regular Stormtrooper version.  I really hope the rumors hold true that we see more of these later this year.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Morgbug on May 30, 2006, 03:27 PM
I think it's a good idea Brian.  I was fortunate to find the original Stormtrooper at a local shop for regular Canadian retail pricing so I don't need it, otherwise that's exactly what I'd be trying to do. 
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Ryan on June 2, 2006, 08:26 PM
Does anyone else's Han fall over at all? I was awoken the other night to to sound of Han taking a nose dive off the shelf and nailing my CW Gunship.

He was on a flat surface and wasn't even hanging over the edge at all, His peg seems to fit in the base really loose. :(
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on June 3, 2006, 01:52 PM
I can't answer your question quite yet but I can atest to the fact that many of my Unleashed figures suffer from the same faulty peg designs.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jeff on June 9, 2006, 04:02 PM
Confirmed by Hasbro in the QnA results from Toy News International (http://toynewsi.com/news.php?catid=8&itemid=9622):

Hasbro will re-release a selection of classic Unleashed figures in the fall with four exclusive figures - two figures at Wal-mart and two figures at Target - in an all-new tube-style packaging.


I'd wager it's these 4 (from the 4-inches.de rumor list):

Boba Fett
Darth Vader (Version 1)
General Grievous
Yoda / Emperor
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on June 9, 2006, 04:40 PM
Interesting that they are changing up the packaging.  Not that I leave any of them carded, but I always kept the cardbacks of these because I thought the art was pretty cool.  I always had intentions of displaying them, but don't have the room right now.  I guess the repacked figures, particularly Vader and Fett are good for those who mentioned.  I didn't think that the Grievous was too tough to find, but maybe the Yoda/Sidious one was.  I do hope we see future "new" figures in this line though, but maybe that will be pushed to 2007 as well now.  Better late than never I guess :).
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Holographic Elvis on June 9, 2006, 09:29 PM
I hope it's nothing from ROTS.  Let's get Yoda at the very least!
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Bobafett77 on June 10, 2006, 02:19 AM
I received an e-mail from ActionHQ.com that they're preordering for the "NEW" Boba Fett and General Greivous. I highly doubt it but wouldn't that be cool to get a few new scults out of the reissued characters?
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Ben on June 13, 2006, 03:43 AM
I found the 'new' wave late last week. I only bought Han. Chewie wasn't different enough from the previous version, and the Shockie's head looked funny.

Hopefully, this means the end for stupid kitbashes. I'd rather see reissues of previous figures (like, the entire Stormtrooper wave) instead of half-assed monstrosities like these.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: jr87mustang on July 17, 2006, 11:31 PM
I caught these on Ebay, the Fett lokks GREAT!  To bad the are the same sculps :-[

http://cgi.ebay.com/STAR-WARS-7-UNLEASHED-General-Grievous-new-packing_W0QQitemZ260007156463QQihZ016QQcategoryZ2476QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

http://cgi.ebay.com/STAR-WARS-7-UNLEASHED-figure-Boba-Fett-New-packing_W0QQitemZ260007154778QQihZ016QQcategoryZ2476QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I am kinda wondering if they will still be $15. Knowing Target probably $20
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JediMAC on July 31, 2006, 05:43 PM
I am kinda wondering if they will still be $15. Knowing Target probably $20

Well, since they supposedly weren't selling very well before, and Target wound up clearancing a lot of them out, they'd be pretty stupid to bump them up to $20 this time around (as would WM with the other ones) - especially since they're only re-releases.  Of course, since they're exclusives now, I wouldn't be surprised at all if the $5 bump actually happened.  It'd likely wind up dooming the line for good though if they did.

Based on what was shown and said down at SDCC by Hasbro, this line is still hanging by a very thin thread.  They're re-releasing some in the new packaging just to re-test the waters to find out if it's worth continuing with this line, and actually creating some new sculpts/figures in the future.

I'm at least happy to be able to get the Boba Fett finally, since I started collecting the line a little late and missed him the first time around.  Hopefully they stick the RH Vader and Stormtrooper back into the mix as well, as those are the other two that I still need.  Frankly, I wouldn't be at all surprised to see Hasbro shove pretty much all of them back out in the new packaging throughout the rest of the year.  I guess we'll find out soon enough...
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Nicklab on July 31, 2006, 07:35 PM
The character choices are definitely a little puzzling.  I think that if they really wanted to give the line a good shot they would have gone with some of the HTF pieces.  Namely the RH Vader and Yoda.  The Boba Fett re-release is good though, since I see a high level of demand for that one.  But the Jedi Luke?  I saw that one lingering for some time when it was re-released.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: jr87mustang on July 31, 2006, 08:52 PM
The Grievous is also another mystery. That last wave for ROTS was around FOREVER!!!  I am hoping with everything I've got that they put the new sculps back on the art cards. I don't even display my BB Vader because he takes to much room. I think the art cards were great. On the other hand it is nice to see them "put together" in the tubes with out actually opening them.

I kind of wonder how these will have an effect on secondary market values.  Is the paint done a little diferent as with the BB Vader or are they direct copies? I would image the only difference will be the date on the bottom.

Does any one know which new figs were at Comic Con? I saw a pic of R2 and I think yet another clone, are there any other pics out there?
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JediMAC on July 31, 2006, 09:21 PM
Does any one know which new figs were at Comic Con? I saw a pic of R2 and I think yet another clone, are there any other pics out there?

I believe you're thinking of the Titanium 4" figures.  No Unleashed R2 that I know of.  All they mentioned were four re-releases as exclusives: Grievous and Fett to Target, and Vader and Jedi Luke to WM.  That's it at this point, with some other re-releases probably coming a bit later...
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Nicklab on July 31, 2006, 10:39 PM
The Grievous is also another mystery. That last wave for ROTS was around FOREVER!!!  I am hoping with everything I've got that they put the new sculps back on the art cards. I don't even display my BB Vader because he takes to much room. I think the art cards were great. On the other hand it is nice to see them "put together" in the tubes with out actually opening them.

The cards are officially gone.  The consensus at Hasbro was that it was tough to get shelf space for them and that the cards weren't able to stay in great shape.  Hence the new packaging.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on August 1, 2006, 08:32 PM
Damn I thought the cards were awesome.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on August 2, 2006, 11:15 AM
Yeah, I'm kind of bummed about them ditching the cards as well.  I guess I can kind of see why, where it might be easier for them to get "shelf space" instead of "peg space".  Plus, a lot of them were pretty damaged.  That aside though, the artwork on the cardbacks was one of my favorite parts of the line.  Very well done.  I've kept all of those cardbacks, and would like to find a way to display them someday.

I'm starting to get a little concerned about the potential comeback of this line.  I still hope it will happen, but I'm having my doubts.  They (Hasbro) have consistently told us basically that retail doesn't like it, they don't sell, etc.  Plus, with them "testing the waters" with 4 re-releases (with Boba basically being the only one tough to find), I don't know how well the sell through will look on these.  We'll have to see I guess.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on August 2, 2006, 02:46 PM
I've completely given up on this line.  My WM's did not carry the new wave and to be honest, the only one I really wanted was Han because I missed out on the 1st stormtrooper.

That and the quality issues.  Over time the weight of the plastic takes it's toll on the small metal pegs and figures begin to tip over.  See my images from a few pages back.

I currently have three figures now that cannot stand.  They are basically worthless. 

Because of this, I've packed up my Unleashed figures to make room for the SS 12" line.  More poseability and not as much crap to deal with in terms of quality/hunting them down at retail.

Edit:  And if Hasbro wants these to blow the doors off at retail, then why not bring back the figures that the collectors are clamoring for? 

Target = Boba Fett (got that one right) and Han Solo

Wal-Mart = Yoda (1st release) and Darth Vader (unmasked)

Greivous?  Yoda vs Palpy?

Give me a break! 
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on August 2, 2006, 03:52 PM
That's a great point.  If they are going to re-release figures, there were probably better choices.  I can see a Vader, just because of the popularity - and maybe even some sort of release from ROTS because of the current popularity of that movie.  Otherwise though, your set up looks good.  Boba and Han at Target, throw in the Stormtrooper somewhere, then maybe the first Yoda, etc.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: jr87mustang on August 4, 2006, 08:45 PM
I guess it was the titanium figures I saw. I just assumed that since the were in a "round tube" that they were Unleashed. Nuts!

http://www.jedidefender.com/gallery/imageFolio.cgi?action=view&link=Conventions/San_Diego_Comic_Con_2006/Hasbro&image=DSC09628.jpg&img=80&tt=



I would take that exact figure as an Unleashed, thats for sure!!
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DoctorPadawan on August 7, 2006, 08:57 PM
I'm starting to get a little concerned about the potential comeback of this line.  I still hope it will happen, but I'm having my doubts.  They (Hasbro) have consistently told us basically that retail doesn't like it, they don't sell, etc.  Plus, with them "testing the waters" with 4 re-releases (with Boba basically being the only one tough to find), I don't know how well the sell through will look on these.  We'll have to see I guess.

I'm dreading it as well.  I think that the character choices are a bit better than most people seem to think, although I definitely would have gone with the RH Vader over the Bespin Vader (not just because I need the RH Vader; just because it's so pricey on the secondary market and so many people missed out on it) and probably Yoda over Grievous.  The Luke is still my favorite single Unleashed figure (I count the Anakin vs. Obi-Wan as my favorite, period), and the Fett is one of the more intricate bases they did.  Grievous, though, is a nice piece, so none of them really stick out as poor choices.

Still, I think that Hasbro is setting these up to fail so they don't have to invest the time and/or money into new toolings and sculpts.  The tube packaging is pretty much going to be a ticking time bomb on the Wal-Mart shelves, and I'd be willing to bet that unless you find a case just hitting the floor at WM, there are going to be very few Lukes and Vaders in mint condition.  Boba's going to fly off the shelves, and Grievous is probably going to sit for a while, winding up on clearance after three days for a dollar. 

Is there anything stopping Hasbro from doing the Unleashed line the same way they did the 3.75 inch RAH Joes for a while when they thought Sigma6 was a great idea?  Do about six of the 7" Unleashed a year, plus one or two reissues, and sell them through the HTS website.  That way you could keep a close eye on how well they were selling, if the format was still in demand amongst collectors, and then decide whether or not to take the line wide again.

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Mikey D on August 13, 2006, 03:09 PM
I saw the "new" Target Boba and Grievous today.  Anyone who's thinking about getting them should wait until clearance.  These things are going to sit, Grievous moreso than Boba.  Shame too, because they sure look nice in the cylinder packaging.  Hasbro, in all their infinite wisdom, picked the wrong ones to re-release.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: jr87mustang on August 18, 2006, 10:20 AM
Well I guess we can say good by to the Unleashed line........even I won't pay Targets $20 price tag for these and I collect them. I guess Hasbro really wants this line gone. The original $15 dollars was steep enough for these, normal people aren't going to pay that. It was fun while it lasted......clearence racks make way for Unleashed!!!!!
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on August 18, 2006, 10:34 AM
Yeah, I think the $20 pricepoint might be pushing it - especially for repacks.  I haven't seen them here yet, but like Mikey mentioned - I'm guessing they are going to sit.  Fett might sell, especially to those who don't already have the earlier version - and the fact that Fett is always pretty popular, but Grievous is going to be clearance bound I'm guessing.  As much as I enjoy this line (and hope it continues), if it does end that's ok too.  I'm just tired of the "is it continuing/isn't it" back and forth, and it really doesn't seem like Hasbro and/or retail has a whole lot of confidence in it.  The last few (Wal-Mart wave) of these did end up sitting around here for awhile - some more than others - while the previous waves (prior to ROTS) seemed to sell pretty well.  I wonder if that older rumor list for next year will pan out, or if this repack "test" will be the final death of the line.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on August 18, 2006, 03:06 PM
Even the Best Buy Exclusive Vader wasn't 20 bucks.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Madcow on August 18, 2006, 03:22 PM
Even the Best Buy Exclusive Vader wasn't 20 bucks.

It wasn't? I could've swore it was...
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on August 18, 2006, 03:30 PM
Im pretty sure it was 15 bucks.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: jr87mustang on August 18, 2006, 03:41 PM
The Vader was $20 (shipping) online and $15 at the stores.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DoctorPadawan on August 18, 2006, 07:50 PM
My local Target (I live in a really small market compared to you CA guys) had four cases of these waiting to go on the shelves today.  There were four figures per case (I assume 2 of each), so I'm fully expecting to be drowning in Tubes o'Cyborg for the next few months. 

The weird thing is that here I am a total UL nut and I didn't even bother to crack the cases open to look at them.  I'm glad that people will finally be able to get a Fett, though.  I just wish that they had rereleased the Unmasked Vader instead of the Bespin version, because I think this is going to be the end for the 7" line once the tubes hit en masse.   :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jim on August 21, 2006, 07:29 AM
Anyone know the ETA on the Walmart Exclusive repacks of Vader and Luke?  I t hought they may of been showing up now since Targets two exclusives have been released. 
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Nicklab on August 21, 2006, 12:41 PM
Finally saw the reissue of Grievous.  I was pleasantly surprised to see the inclusion of the original card's artwork in the tube packaging.  It seems that you can actually remove the artwork and display it pretty easily.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Dan on August 24, 2006, 06:55 PM
These are sprouting like mushrooms here in Minnesota. I came across 7 today on an endcap, 6 of them were Grievous. Now there are 6 left, and 6 of them are Grievous.
 ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: starwax137 on August 24, 2006, 11:17 PM
I saw them today as well. They had six on an endcap: 2 Bobas and 4 Grievouses.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JediMAC on September 2, 2006, 04:12 AM
I finally found the Boba a few days ago as well (to fill that long annoying hole in my Unleashed collection).  But I guess my obsessive compulsive collecting tendencies are slightly annoyed with the new packaging, since it's gonna require me probably saving it now, due to how nice (and unique) it looks.  With the prior Unleashed figures, though I kept all the cardbacks, I was at least able to toss the (cut off) plastic bubbles, which saved on storage space immensely.  As such, this new cylinder packaging is a kick to my collecting ass, since I'll likely have a hard time parting with it (obviously this is my issue, and not something I blame on Hasbro or Target).

Certainly makes for a far better presentation of the product on the shelves, since the Fett (and Grievous) can be displayed in all their posed glory, unlike their prior incarnations in the far smaller bubbles.  I'm sure the Fett will sell through since it was already a nightmare to acquire, but it'll be interesting to see how the Grievous will do, since it was much easier to find at retail, and is a much more current re-release as well.  They're already shelfwarming en masse at my Target, while the Fett is nowhere to be found.

Now that I've got the Fett, and with Josh's assistance on the Stormtrooper, I'm down to just needing the removable helmet Vader from long ago.  Hopefully that gets re-released too, as Hasbro hinted at down at SDCC recently...

Sounds like there's still no sitings of the WM pair of exclusives yet though.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on September 2, 2006, 04:18 AM
I'm down to just needing the removable helmet Vader from long ago.  Hopefully that gets re-released too, as Hasbro hinted at down at SDCC recently...

I sure hope you're right Matt.  I have them all except for the two Vaders (and the rehashed WM exclusive wave).
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DoctorPadawan on September 7, 2006, 06:34 PM
So, that other site is claiming that the upcoming Kay Bee exclusive Unleashed Tubular Vader (he's either a surfer in 1980's California teen beach movies or the soundtrack to "The Exorcist") is a "Lava Reflection" version of Vader.  The way it sounds, they're also claiming that the Best Buy Vader from last year was this exact same figure (with the lava reflection) in the same packaging. 

Am I reading it wrong?  I don't recall *anyone* stating that the Best Buy Vader had any differences whatsoever (outside of packaging) from the regular release until now.   ???

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: starwax137 on September 7, 2006, 06:56 PM
Yes, it had different paint apps, but I've always heard it called 'lightsaber reflection', not 'lava reflection' because the paint was both red and blue. Makes me wonder if this isn't a third version.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jeff on September 8, 2006, 05:33 PM
Sounds like there's still no sitings of the WM pair of exclusives yet though.

New pics from Hasbro:

(http://www.hasbro.com/common/images/news/starwars/87216_pkg.jpg)(http://www.hasbro.com/common/images/news/starwars/87217_pkg.jpg)

A little birdie says they should be hitting soon...
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: exjedi on September 8, 2006, 09:02 PM
Crap, just when I convinced myself not to buy any more Hasbro re-hashed crap, they go and release the Boba and now another Vader in what I believe to be the best pacakging job out there thus far.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on September 9, 2006, 12:29 AM
New pics from Hasbro:

(http://www.hasbro.com/common/images/news/starwars/87216_pkg.jpg)(http://www.hasbro.com/common/images/news/starwars/87217_pkg.jpg)

A little birdie says they should be hitting soon...


Gotta have that Vader!!  Unfortunately, WM only seems to carry basic figures these days (in my area), but perhaps we'll get lucky with the exclusive.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: iFett on September 10, 2006, 03:48 PM
Is that the Vader with the removable helmet?  I have the first release, but never got the other carded version.

Finding a SW exclusive product at WM here in MN is like winning the lottery.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Mikey D on September 11, 2006, 08:08 AM
Is that the Vader with the removable helmet?  I have the first release, but never got the other carded version.


Unless they switched the bases, then no.  The non removeable helmet one was the Bespin Gantry and the removeable helmet one came with a part of Vader's meditation chamber.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Nicklab on September 11, 2006, 10:43 PM
Hasbro really dropped the ball with this reissue lineup.  Especially since the fate of the line is depending on these selling well.  They could have guaranteed themselves much better sales if they had only gone this lineup:

-Removable helmet Vader with meditation chamber base
-Stormtrooper
-Yoda
-Boba Fett
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JediMAC on September 13, 2006, 03:31 AM
I definitely agree, Nick.  The Bobas are selling through fast, but the Grievous figures are clogging shelves big time out here already.  I don't really see the Luke selling too well, since it sat pretty good last time around (at 75% of the price (and less, at clearances).  The WM Vader will probably move a little better though, just 'cause it's Vader, but yeah, the RH Vader would've been an infinitely better choice, since that thing goes for top dollar on the secondary market.  I think we'll probably see Yoda and the Stormie get re-released again though, and maybe a couple others.  But all these rehashes certainly aren't going to regenerate much interest in the line, since most folks have them all already.  Granted, the new packaging is definitely nice, if not a bit too big for displaying more than a couple.

Is that the Vader with the removable helmet?  I have the first release, but never got the other carded version.

First release was the RH Vader with Meditation Chamber base, which is the uber-expensive one to find now.  This "new" WM exclusive one is the subsequent (non-RH) version, which was much easier to find at retail just a year or two ago...
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Mikey D on September 13, 2006, 07:57 AM

First release was the RH Vader with Meditation Chamber base, which is the uber-expensive one to find now.  This "new" WM exclusive one is the subsequent (non-RH) version, which was much easier to find at retail just a year or two ago...

I don't think so, Matt.  The non-removeable helmet with the Bespin Gantry was the first Unleashed Vader - first on the old style cards, not the pretty artwork ones they've used recently.  Then came the removeable helmet one with the meditation chamber.  Then came the first Vader re-released on the pretty artwork cards.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Morgbug on September 13, 2006, 09:40 AM
Mikey is correct.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Nicklab on September 13, 2006, 11:36 AM
Mike and Brent are both right.  The first Vader in the Unleashed line was the version that's just been re-released.  It came out in the second wave of the Unleashed line.  That wave also had the AOTC Anakin Skywalker and Padme Amidala.  The RH Vader was one of the last pieces on the original style cardback and shipped with Slave Leia.  That wave was VERY difficult to come by.  And when you factor in Vader's popularity compared to other characters in the Saga, it makes the RH Vader a tough piece to get.

Grievous is something of a puzzling choice for these reissues.  He was definitely more difficult to get in comparison with Obi-Wan and Anakin in ROTS Unleashed wave 1.  But overall it wasn't that difficult of an Unleashed piece to acquire.  As for the Stormtrooper and Yoda?  I still see a lot of people clamoring to get those pieces.  As such you would think that Hasbro would be trying to capitalize on the demand for those characters.  After all, none of those secondary market dollars wind up in their pockets.  Which has to lead you to wondering WHY Hasbro chose Jedi Luke and Grievous.  My guess is that Hasbro felt that they needed to get a major hero in the lineup.  To them that must mean Luke.  They certainly weren't going for Hero/Villain balance, because 3 of the characters being reissued at Target and WalMart are villains.  Perhaps they don't regard Yoda as a major enough hero?  And with Grievous, I think that there was a concious effort to touch upon Revenge Of The Sith, because every other character in the lineup is an OT character. 
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JediMAC on September 13, 2006, 03:01 PM
I don't think so, Matt.  The non-removeable helmet with the Bespin Gantry was the first Unleashed Vader...

Whoops, I stand corrected then!  I didn't follow the line much in those early days (aside from the nipple Padme you sent me, Mikey  :P), and always figured the earlier version of Vader must have been the rarer version, which has been such a bitch to track down in recent years.  Guess not.  So what the hell made the RH version so much tougher than the gantry version?  Must've been lower distribution numbers or something, 'cause those two aren't even close to eachother...
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Nicklab on September 13, 2006, 04:08 PM
Distribution for RH Vader and the first issue of Slave Leia was pretty low.  Most people who've been with the Unleashed line since it's inception in 2002 will cite that the first two waves (Jango & Maul in wv 1; Vader, Padme & Anakin in wv 2) shipped too heavily and eventually pegwarmed.  That made wave 3 (Mace & Dooku) tough to get and even tougher to get was wave 4 (RH Vader & Slave Leia).  Things got better from there on, but RH Vader remains one of the hottest Unleashed figures ever.

There are currently 2 of them on eBay.  One guy has a starting bid of over $130 for RH Vader.  It's just proven to be a VHTF piece.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Morgbug on September 13, 2006, 04:29 PM
I concur, the first two waves way overshipped, though it was the second wave that was crazy abundant.  I picked up one of each for $5 CDN at Walmart on clearance and even then they didn't move too quickly.  I think I hooked up about 6-7 other people with the Vader at that price as well.  Wish I'd bought every one I'd seen and packed them away :P
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Darth Gamboa on September 15, 2006, 12:53 PM
Yesterday I spotted the Exclusive Vader at Kay-Bee for 20 bucks, the packaging is exactly the same as the Best Buy one last year, except for the Best Buy sticker of course.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jim on September 22, 2006, 11:37 AM
Has anyone spotted the Walmart exclusives yet ???
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: nitro on September 22, 2006, 01:51 PM
not yet...i haven't been to walmart in weeks though. i'm going tonight though so i'll keep my eye's peeled...the only unleashed figs i've seen there were some chewbaccas on clearance at walmart last month for i think $6.88 each (the one's with the green carded design) the last time i went (there were a few pegs loaded with them). i've seen the boba fett's and grevious' at target earlier in the week (the general looks to be the weak selling one).
Title: Unleashed figures
Post by: aka DaBigKahuna on October 7, 2006, 02:57 PM
Roger...roger - these have landed in Arizona.  I saw about a dozen each of the Luke and Vader on an endcap yesterday.

Has anyone spotted the Walmart exclusives yet ???
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on October 8, 2006, 10:43 AM
My WM used to have a endcap overflowing with the Luke and Vader Unleashed. Now there's like 2 Lukes and 3 Vaders. Im sure those will be gone soon.

Now the Grievous and Fetts are just sitting on the endcap at Target. Not sure why. IMO those are the better of the two.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DoctorPadawan on October 9, 2006, 12:58 PM
Area Wal-Mart Number One had an endcap PACKED with Vader and Luke this morning, plus another three of each in the overstock shelf above the regular SW section.  I was kind of surprised that they were 19.76, since I thought the Grievous and Fett were another case of Target's "We Charge More Because We Can Get Away With It" philosophy.  Weird.

Oh well, Target's got about 10 Grievii sitting on their endcap, so combined with the Luke and Vader situation that is sure to develop (Wal-Mart: We Underorder What People Want and Overorder What They Don't Want), I think the Unleashed line as a 7" series is dead as a doornail.  I guess I'll be selling that kidney to get the RH Vader after all.  :'(
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on October 9, 2006, 06:15 PM
I guess I'll be selling that kidney to get the RH Vader after all.  :'(

That's what I did.  :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JediMAC on October 12, 2006, 02:19 AM
I guess I'll be selling that kidney to get the RH Vader after all.  :'(

I wouldn't quite yet, Michael.  Hasbro's gonna be dumping a few more of these Unleashed rehashes, I think, and they're well aware (or at least I made them well aware at SDCC) that they definitely chose the wrong Vader to re-release, as the RH version is much rarer and tougher for collectors to acquire.  They seemed to realize that, I suggested not to give up hope yet, as more rehashes may be coming down the pipeline a bit later on.  But yeah, based on how bad these four (three, probably, since Fett will move) are gonna stagnate on the shelves, it'd be a far stretch of the imagination to think Target or WM would be going for any more of these Unleashed exclusives, especially considering how much shelf/retail space they take up in those fancy new cylindrical packages.

But who knows, maybe TRU has got one or two lined up as well...  Yoda, Stormtrooper and Padme all come to mind as possibilities as well.  But I'd definitely prefer to see that RH Vader make it into the mix, as that's the last OT one I still need.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jayson on October 12, 2006, 06:09 AM
My local Target has already put the Boba and Grievous on clearance for $9, probably to make room for the Snowspeeder and the Fisto Fighter.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Ryan on October 12, 2006, 06:30 AM
Has anyone else noticed that Targets are already clearancing the Unleashed repacks? My local Target has them on clearance for $10 already, the Fetts are long gone of course.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Bobafett77 on October 12, 2006, 12:03 PM
Has anyone else noticed that Targets are already clearancing the Unleashed repacks? My local Target has them on clearance for $10 already, the Fetts are long gone of course.


I saw this same thing at a Target near me. They're down to $13.28 so far here in SoCal.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DoctorPadawan on October 12, 2006, 11:58 PM
We're in 13.28 mode here on the east coast, too.  Tons of Grievii and a few Fetts.  Also, even though it's not related, the "Lava Titanium Vader" figures were down to 10 something (that was really fast).

Target also set up an endcap with the "new" Battle Packs, the Kit Fisto Snot Rocket, and a huge empty shelf for the Snowspeeder.  A few of the first, a veritable ****load of the second (and by "**** load" I mean a load of ****), and none of the third.  You know what that means? 

SHIP MORE KIT FISTO SNOT ROCKETS HASBRO!   ::)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JediMAC on October 13, 2006, 03:21 AM
Yeah, saw these bumped down to $13 and change out here today as well.  Damn, that was fast!  These things only hit about a month and a half ago.  Think Target (and WM) are regretting their decisions to pick these turds up?  :P

Fine by me on the clearance though, since I needed the Fett still, and $20 per made me want to vomit.  Get it down to $5 or $10, and I'll be one happy MF.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DarkKnight2k4 on October 13, 2006, 08:11 AM
This is from today's R2DToys Newsletter:

BRAND NEW UNLEASHED for 2007!!

Anakin Skywalker Unleashed New US Box!
Obi-Wan Kenobi Unleashed New US Box!
Shadow Trooper Unleashed New US Box!
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DoctorPadawan on October 15, 2006, 03:28 PM
This is from today's R2DToys Newsletter:

BRAND NEW UNLEASHED for 2007!!

Anakin Skywalker Unleashed New US Box!
Obi-Wan Kenobi Unleashed New US Box!
Shadow Trooper Unleashed New US Box!

Great!  More figures that were eventually clearanced at rock bottom prices and a character from the Expanded Universe, back in fancy packaging and at a 30% higher price!  This is sure to succeed!  This has genius written all over it!  Sign me up for 10 of each!  ::)

Seriously, why don't they just reissue Asaaj Ventress in the tube packaging at this point and get it over with?  They still have a mountain of extremely HTF and "arm and a leg" figures (RH Vader, Yoda, Han Solo, Stormtrooper, IG-88, etc) but they continue to rehash figures that weren't even that hard to find in the first place (Boba Fett excepted).
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on October 16, 2006, 10:55 AM
It's almost like they want the line to fail.   Anakin and Obi Wan?  Tell me these aren't the ROTS versions...

Shadow Trooper?  Let me guess, the HTF stormtrooper (we'd be more than happy with a simple re-release) painted black.

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on October 16, 2006, 11:29 AM
That's exactly what I was thinking - repacked Anakin and Obi-Wan, and a repainted Stormtrooper/Han Stormtrooper for the Shadow Trooper.  Either that, or its mis-typed and its a re-release of the Shocktrooper or something, but that might not be likely since it was fairly recently at Wal-Mart.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Morgbug on October 17, 2006, 12:37 AM
It's almost like they want the line to fail.   Anakin and Obi Wan?  Tell me these aren't the ROTS versions...


Well if you're having a hard time finding them, there's some on the shelves around here ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: starwax137 on October 28, 2006, 09:54 AM
Well, I suppose it's good news that they're continuing in some format, even if they will just be more re-issues. However, from the sounds of Hasbro's answer I'm thinking the Anakin/Obi-Wan/ShadowTrooper may not just be rumors after all (Twist with Stormtrooper = ShadowTrooper), so I'm not thrilled. I already have both Anakins and both Obi-Wans, so there's no excitement there, and I'd much rather have the existing Stormie than a Shadow version. :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on October 31, 2006, 04:46 PM
Agreed.  If they listened to the collectors (see the Capture of Tantive IV thread), we'd be a lot happier and therefore, buy more ****.  In both instances, we're actually making their jobs EASIER!


Let's just hope they fix the ROTS Obi Wan from doing this:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v342/somber77/fallover001.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Oboewan on November 1, 2006, 11:48 AM
Hey everyone!
At this point, with the rumor-mill leaning more towards repacks of the Unleashed series, I'm a little disgusted.   I've been a fan of the line since the beginning and have a complete set- I totally understand the coolness of bringing some of the harder to find and cooler pieces back (rem. helmet vader, stormtrooper etc...) but if there aren't any new ones I'm going to be sick.

Oboewan
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on November 14, 2006, 12:53 PM
With this question in the latest batch of Q and A's, it doesn't give me a lot more hope on the future of this line:

Quote
The "re-release" of the 7" Unleashed has not gone well (at least  from what I see here and read on the fansites), Both Wal-Mart and Target have "red-tagged" these down to under $5 and yet they still  sit. Even the resculpts at Wal-Mart sat around for long time. Is it safe to say these are done and only the smaller line will continue? (YN, 11/10/06)

There will be another wave slated for WM in Spring. One of the things we were trying to accomplish with this line is find an additional audience for the figures over and above the collectors who got these the first time around, since the (first) audience didn't get us to where we needed to be to continue the line. After spring, we'll take a look at the program and see if there are future opportunities for Unleashed 7", looking at the volume we released, sell-through rates, etc..

To me it sounds like there will be another wave of Wal-mart exclusive repacks, possibly the rumored Obi-Wan/Anakin/Shadowtrooper wave, and then they are going to re-assess things.  I have a hard time believing those will be shooting off the shelves - aside from the trooper possibly - so this might be the final nail in the Unleashed coffin.  I guess its one less thing to collect, but I sure did like this line when we got new figures :).
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Morgbug on November 14, 2006, 01:51 PM
Self imposed nail by Hasbro.  Hey, let's stem the interest in the line by killing it first and really annoy the collectors by calling a different line Unleashed.  Yeah, that'll work.  Then we'll re-release one hard to find figure and two pieces of crap.  Then we'll do some rehashes because everyone loves rehashes, that's something we're sure of

They didn't charge enough money to cover their margins on this line.  So they killed it off, faced a collector revolt and then made the releases sell poorly so they could justify killing it off completely.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DarkKnight2k4 on November 15, 2006, 08:54 AM
Selection is key and if they stopped rehashing... collectors could actually carry this line.

Make kewler characters... and attract additional audiences as desired.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on November 15, 2006, 04:11 PM
This line unfortunately is dead(even if they try to release 3 more). And Im considering getting rid of it all.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on November 16, 2006, 01:47 AM
It would be a damn shame if this line ends, but I don't plan on selling them, I still enjoy them way too much (even if there won't be more coming).
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jayson on December 11, 2006, 02:19 PM
From sirstevesguide.com

http://www.sirstevesguide.com/plugins/p17_image_gallery/popup.php?categoryid=3&p17_sectionid=130&p17_imageid=514 (http://www.sirstevesguide.com/plugins/p17_image_gallery/popup.php?categoryid=3&p17_sectionid=130&p17_imageid=514)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Mikey D on December 11, 2006, 02:24 PM
What a kick in the nuts.  Take one of the most sought after, if not the most sought after, figure and paint it black.

I'm still buying it though, I like it.  I just wish it were white.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on December 11, 2006, 03:06 PM
Quote
What a kick in the nuts.  Take one of the most sought after, if not the most sought after, figure and paint it black.

I'm still buying it though, I like it.  I just wish it were white.

Same here.  I'll pick it up (if I can find it), and I do think it looks kind of spiffy, but it would have been nice to see the "regular" Stormtrooper released again.  I finally gave up hope on being able to get a hold of one, and picked up an extra Han Stormie unleashed last year and just leave the helmet on him.  Not quite the same, but it will do.  I'm not paying the prices on ebay for the real Stormtrooper, and it doesn't seem like it will be getting re-released anytime soon.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Madcow on December 11, 2006, 03:10 PM
They are beating this new character to death. I do like it though, so it will be mine...  :P
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on December 11, 2006, 05:38 PM
For the first time ever. Pass.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Nicklab on December 11, 2006, 05:39 PM
I'll buy the Shadow Stormtrooper but I really couldn't care about the reissues.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JayDouble on December 11, 2006, 07:29 PM
Great, Obi Wan can warm the shelves again.  If Hasbro was smart they would ship the Shadow Trooper 4 to a case and one of the rest.
Title: New/Repackaged/Repainted Unleashed Figures
Post by: knashdx on December 12, 2006, 01:11 PM
Jedi Insider (http://jediinsider.com/index.php?catid=8&itemid=9902) posted pictures of the New/Repainted Stormtrooper (Shadow Trooper) and the Repackaged Anakin & Obi-Wan from the ROTS line.

Here are pictures...

(http://jediinsider.net/g/generated/07_Unleashed/1__scaled_600.jpg)

(http://jediinsider.net/g/generated/07_Unleashed/2__scaled_600.jpg)

(http://jediinsider.net/g/generated/07_Unleashed/3__scaled_600.jpg)

(http://jediinsider.net/g/generated/07_Unleashed/4__scaled_600.jpg)

(http://jediinsider.net/g/generated/07_Unleashed/5__scaled_600.jpg)

(http://jediinsider.net/g/generated/07_Unleashed/6__scaled_600.jpg)
Title: Re: New/Repackaged/Repainted Unleashed Figures
Post by: Jayson on December 12, 2006, 01:27 PM
http://www.jedidefender.com/yabbse/index.php?topic=11818.msg272781#msg272781

 ;)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Oboewan on December 12, 2006, 01:58 PM
Quote
What a kick in the nuts.  Take one of the most sought after, if not the most sought after, figure and paint it black.

I'm still buying it though, I like it.  I just wish it were white.

Same here.  I'll pick it up (if I can find it), and I do think it looks kind of spiffy, but it would have been nice to see the "regular" Stormtrooper released again.  I finally gave up hope on being able to get a hold of one, and picked up an extra Han Stormie unleashed last year and just leave the helmet on him.  Not quite the same, but it will do.  I'm not paying the prices on ebay for the real Stormtrooper, and it doesn't seem like it will be getting re-released anytime soon.

I want to see NEW Unleashed figures... not repaints!   We get enough of that crap in the 3 3/4 line!    And I'm totally against re-releasing the Stormtrooper as it was unless Hasblo is willing to refund the difference between what I spent and retail   8)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DarkKnight2k4 on December 12, 2006, 03:13 PM
I am no timpressed by the wave in the least. THough I will want the Shadow trooper, i hate the look overall. Needs better application....
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: iFett on December 12, 2006, 06:55 PM
Are these slated to be WM exclusives next year?  An easy pass on Obi & Anankin, but I'm looking forward to the Shadow Trooper.  You would think that Hasbro would do a running change on this and ship him in both white and black flavors.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DoctorPadawan on December 12, 2006, 09:27 PM
It's the "Intentional Destruction of the 7" Unleashed Collection!", well, Collection!  Following the forced demise of the 7" Unleashed assortment in 2005 due to Hasbro's unwillingness to create new sculpts and entertain the idea of a direct market only approach, fans cried foul and begged us to bring the Unleashed line back from the ashes!  So, now, for the 30th Anniversary of the films, we have listened and have brought back some of the best and most requested pieces as overpriced exclusives in fancy packaging whose only purpose is for us to use as a scapegoat when they inevitably tank!

You've already seen the first wave of reissues hit prices you normally only see at Big Lots with the fall of 2006 Target Exclusive General Grievous, and the Wal-Mart exclusive Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader figures!  Now, we can finally reveal our plans for 2007...

Wave One will include the much appreciated Anakin and Obi-Wan figures from Revenge of the Sith that you can't find at retail prices anymore (because they're usually much less)!  Even though these figures are great, we realized that 18 months of pegwarming in some locations wasn't enough, so we've brought them back, in new packaging and at a higher price, just for the fans!  Wave One also includes the much requested Stormtrooper, which was short-shipped in a single case assortment in the final pre-ROTS cases of 2005, and that has rapidly become one of the most valuable pieces on the secondary market!  But, since we know a very small minority of fans have this piece already, we wanted to really embrace the full collector base and repaint it, so that way, the people who have the original Stormtrooper would still buy it, and the people who didn't live in a Target parking lot in March 2005 would finally get a Stormtrooper too!

Wave Two will include more fan-requests, including the highly popular Yoda vs. Sidious set (the Yoda from 2003 is so pricey and sought-after that we're going one better by including the 2005 ROTS "vs" set so you get TWO figures for the original price of that one Yoda!  Aren't you lucky?!?!), the most valuable figure on the secondary market, the Bespin Duel Darth Vader (we lost the mold to the RH version but we think this one is still a quality figure that not everyone in Bum**** has had 20 chances to get at retail), AND we will be rounding out the year with the 2004/2006 Chewbacca with a brand new welding tool accessory and Millennium Falcon floor panel to hold in his other hand, complete with a new "white lump of dirt" base!

At Hasbro, we always listen to what the fans want, and this assortment is proof that we only half-listen at best.

(I'm sorry, but I had to dig out the old Hasbro rep personality one more time....)  ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Deanna Rash on December 12, 2006, 09:48 PM
 :PI just want A QUI-GON to go with my Jedi I'm using an epic force one and it doesn't go with the flow :P
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Darth_Anton on December 13, 2006, 09:43 AM
I'm not much into the unleashed, but I do think it stinks for you guys who are that you're getting rehashes lately.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: starwax137 on December 13, 2006, 03:59 PM
Anyone that's been denying that Hasbro has been intentionally making the line fail no longer has any excuse. They looked at all the figures they could put out that we would buy, and went with the two poorest-selling figures the line has ever seen instead. I'm getting really sick of this pathetic bull****. >:(
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on December 14, 2006, 11:22 AM
Would of loved a Unleashed Qui Gon Jinn sometime.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DarkKnight2k4 on December 14, 2006, 11:32 AM
Would of loved a Unleashed Qui Gon Jinn sometime.

We wish !
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on December 14, 2006, 04:58 PM
Anyone that's been denying that Hasbro has been intentionally making the line fail no longer has any excuse. They looked at all the figures they could put out that we would buy, and went with the two poorest-selling figures the line has ever seen instead. I'm getting really sick of this pathetic bull****. >:(

Yes, this is ridiculous.

Being that next year is the 30th Anniv. - why not bring back Han Solo, Removable Helmet Vader and the Stormtrooper (original release)?

These three guys would sell well to the hard core collectors who missed out on them before along with the casual collectors who enjoy the OT.

Anakin and Obi Wan (ROTS) just make no sense to me...
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JediMAC on January 6, 2007, 06:28 AM
I've been pretty surprised at the fact that the WM exclusive Vader and Luke seemed to have sold through relatively quickly.  They were only at the WMs out here for maybe a month, tops, before drying up, and I don't think they even got clearanced out.  Was that the case everywhere, or are they still sitting in some areas, or were these a more limited release than I thought?  Not surprised the Target Fett and Grievous sold through, since they were at 50% off after just a month or so.  Crazy.

But yeah, the future of this line is still looking rather bleak, but maybe Hasbro will have some surprises for us at Toy Fair or SDCC this year.  If not, it doesn't look like this line is going to be making the comeback that Hasbro had suggested it would.  Probably a good thing, since these suckers take up way too much shelf space!

Unfortunately, I'm still lacking that eluzive Meditation Chamber Vader from way back when, so even with the downtime, my lazy ass still hasn't gotten completely caught up with these things...
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: starwax137 on January 6, 2007, 11:48 AM
I've seen scores of the Luke and Vaders recently at probably 20+ different Wal-Marts. They've all been marked down to $15.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DoctorPadawan on January 6, 2007, 02:35 PM
I've seen scores of the Luke and Vaders recently at probably 20+ different Wal-Marts. They've all been marked down to $15.

Same here, although no Vaders.  There are 3 Lukes hanging around at 15 bucks, but the tubes are so beaten up that I don't know how long they'll survive to hit 10 bucks. :)  As I don't have a Kay Bee within three hours of where I live, I never did get the BB Vader, and even though it's on the site, the packaging is so fragile that I'm afraid to order it from them.

I'll probably get the Shadow Stormtrooper when he comes out, just for the sake of completion, but I'm still looking for the Jango/Boba Fett and the Meditation Chamber/Unmasked Vader, too.  I knew that the Jango would never get rereleased, but I had held out hope that Hasbro would get the Unmasked Vader back out there.  Unfortunately, it looks like it's kidney selling time!  :'(
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Darth Gamboa on February 23, 2007, 12:11 PM
I found and picked up the Shadow Trooper and both Anakin and Obi-Wan last night.

The store had 5 cases and at first the Toy lady wasn't gonn let me have them, but when she saw how big they were and how little space she had, she let me have all I wanted.

There are 2 troopers and 1 each Anakin and Obi-wan per case. The boxes have dividers so the figures don't rub each other and are reinforced at the corners. There's also a cardboard piece above and below the figs, probably to protect them from damage. Each tube has a layer of plastic wrap surrounding it, to protect it from scratches, that's not immediately noticeble, and easy to pull off. They definitely had collectors in mind when the thought of these.

I was never really into Unleashed during the Cardback years, but I really like the way they're presented in the tubes. As a result these are my first Anakin and Obi-Wans. The shadow Trooper is pretty awesome, my only complaint is they chose not to pose the blaster trails in any way but just secured them to the bottom, which makes the scene a little odd.

Any way, good stuff, go get 'em! :D
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DarkKnight2k4 on February 23, 2007, 12:19 PM
Well considering it's probably the last hurrah... I hope I find the Stormy soon.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on February 27, 2007, 10:20 AM
I saw the newest WM exclusive wave this morning, and had the Shadow Trooper in my cart before putting it back.  I'm wondering if I'll regret that or not.  I really like the Unleashed line, but it really seems like its going away, and I just couldn't drop $20 on a repaint when I'm buying so much other stuff this year in the basic line alone.  I'll be back sometime later this week, and if there are still some there, I'll give it some thought again.  I'm guessing the Anakins and Obi-Wans will be sitting for awhile.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DoctorPadawan on February 27, 2007, 08:57 PM
Found the Shadow Stormtrooper this morning at one of the local WMs.  There were 8 SSTs and 4 each of Anakin and Obi-Wan on an endcap for 19.76.  They must have just put them out (or their location on the opposite side of the toy department from the regular SW section hid them) as I pretty much had my pick of the litter.  Most of them still had those saran wrap coverings on them, too, which I guess will give everyone who wants a MIP version a better shot at one.

Thanks to this find and the extreme generosity of a fellow board member (thank you again Ryan!), I now only lack the Maltese Falcon, the Holy Grail, the Unmasked Darth Vader of the Unleashed line itself, the...um...Unmasked Darth Vader to complete my collection.  I wouldn't mind a MIP Best Buy/Kay Bee Vader as well, but that's not likely to happen anytime soon, since there's not a Kay Bee anywhere near me and I don't trust the USPS enough to order one.

As for the Unmasked Vader, though: Does anyone know what the going rate for a kidney is these days? :)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Rob on February 28, 2007, 12:31 AM
That helmetless Vader kills me... I passed that thing in stores at least 5 times saying to myself 'hell, I've already got a vader... who needs another one' - now it's the only one I don't have and it drives me nuts.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Nicklab on March 4, 2007, 10:58 AM
Scored the Unleashed Shadow Stormtrooper the other night.  I guess that find was the official last hurrah for my Unleashed collection, unless the rumors of one last piece are true.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Rob on March 4, 2007, 11:52 AM
I found it yesterday as well - disappointing that it was $20 for a repainted (third time used) stormtrooper sclupt...

I'd gladly pay $20 each for NEW figures though.

Disappointing to pretty much announce that it's coming back only to have it end this way.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Deanna Rash on March 4, 2007, 03:29 PM
Hear,Hear,I love the 7" line I have all of them.I wished they do some more.It figures they do something that's cool,and find a way to kill
it :P
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DoctorPadawan on March 4, 2007, 04:36 PM
Even though we're only a week into these around here, the Obi-Wans and Anakins are emulating the 2005 release and keeping the shelves free of dust by running inteference with their tubular selves.  It's a shame, actually, since those two are my absolute favorite Unleashed pieces when combined (I still have them on display on my living room endtable), but a good choice to reissue they aren't.

I can see it now: "We realized that there was a great fan demand for the 7" Unleashed line to continue, however, poor sales numbers make it economically unfeasible to continue production at this scale."

In other words, "We made some ****** repack choices and since nobody wants them the second time around at a 5 dollar markup, it gives us an excuse to say the line was a failure and not do any more of them."

Yoda, Han Solo, AN ACTUAL Stormtrooper, Unmasked Vader...all would have been great choices to reissue, but instead we get more Anakins and Obi-Wans that can still be found at some out-of-the way retailers in their original incarnations, and a repaint that nobody asked for to begin with. 
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Rob on March 12, 2007, 01:48 AM
Anyone else having trouble with that Unleashed Black Hole Stormtrooper?

Mine keeps falling over.  I can't believe they raised the price by $5.00 and cheaped out on the plastic at the same time.  Worst unleashed ever.

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Rob on March 18, 2007, 03:24 PM
Okay, so I got no replies on this... and maybe I'm the only one having this problem.  I checked out my friend's copy the other day, and it is much more rigid than mine.

I'm thinking about returning mine if I can find another one.  This thing is terrible.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on March 19, 2007, 12:05 PM
maybe I'm the only one having this problem. 

No, you're the only one that has it.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DarkKnight2k4 on March 19, 2007, 01:52 PM
I just opened mine this weekend and really didn't have a problem. Not sure if there was a running change.

Also...

Finally nailed a Darth Maul...

My collection is now complete ! ;D
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Darth Slothus on May 29, 2007, 03:14 PM
Was pumped up at seeing a new unleashed show up in the Hasbro Panel at C4.
I can't remember what online site they were saying was going to have it as it's exclusive..was it Diamond or somebody?

Regardless, even though it looked like the same damn clone mold used again except with a new helmet and gatling laser, I still would like to pick this up. Any more info on this??

DS   
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jeff on May 29, 2007, 03:41 PM
I can't remember what online site they were saying was going to have it as it's exclusive..was it Diamond or somebody?

It is available through Diamond Comics.  That means that it will be sold through their Previews catalog, so anyone who orders from Previews (EE, NewForce, local Comic Shops, etc) should be able to sell this (like the Saga DS Briefing set was).

According to Hasbro, it should hit in September.  Since Previews has a 2-3 month lead time, look for pre-order info in the upcoming month.  We should know more about price and such then...

(http://www.jedidefender.com/gallery/files/gallery/Conventions/Celebration_IV/Hasbro/Friday_Presentation/DSC02932.JPG)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Darth Slothus on May 29, 2007, 04:40 PM
thanks Jeff
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on May 30, 2007, 02:33 AM
Sheesh, they're really terrified to try any truly 'new' figures with this line, aren't they? :-\
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DarkKnight2k4 on May 30, 2007, 01:23 PM
Well the recent choices of character and the way they clog shelves in addition to their size really make them wary. If they learned to make the right selections we would see more... But they never learn...
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DSJ™ on June 1, 2007, 03:37 PM
SWShop is offering the Internet Exclusive Unleashed 7" ARC Heavy Gunner (http://shop.starwars.com/catalog/product.xml?product_id=406791) for $24.99 & shipping Aug 31st.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Rob on June 1, 2007, 05:00 PM
Yuck.  Repaints, shipping costs, and general price hikes.  This is a bad bad formula for keeping this thing alive.



Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: MetalJedi on June 1, 2007, 05:32 PM
SWShop is offering the Internet Exclusive Unleashed 7" ARC Heavy Gunner (http://shop.starwars.com/catalog/product.xml?product_id=406791) for $24.99 & shipping Aug 31st.

I'm really glad I got out of these.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on June 4, 2007, 01:50 AM
Yuck.  Repaints, shipping costs, and general price hikes.  This is a bad bad formula for keeping this thing alive.


I couldn't have said it better.  They keep teasing us by bringing back a figure or two, only to increase the price or choose unpopular repacks, etc.  Sigh.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on June 4, 2007, 09:57 AM
I really like(d) this line, but I'm going to have to pass on this as well.  For a slightly modified figure, $30 once you figure on shipping is just too much.  Unless we start getting all new figures in this line, I think I'm done.  Its too bad though, I really liked the earlier figures we got - but re-releases and repaints aren't enough for me to keep collecting them.  I think the last one I bought was the WM exclusive Han Stormtrooper.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Jeff on June 4, 2007, 10:55 AM
For a slightly modified figure, $30 once you figure on shipping is just too much. 

Keep in mind that this piece is going to be available through Previews/Diamond Comics, so we will more than likely see lower prices on this than the $25 that SWShop and EE have posted...

Star Wars Shop = $24.99 (http://shop.starwars.com/catalog/product.xml?product_id=406791)
Entertainment Earth = $24.99 (http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=HS87430)

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Darth Slothus on June 4, 2007, 04:56 PM
Yep! That's what I wait for..thanks Jeff!

DS
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: ruiner on June 4, 2007, 05:05 PM
Jeez, that's what, 66% more than the original price of the Unleashed figures?

Isn't this the fourth version off of this tool?

Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Darth Slothus on June 4, 2007, 05:40 PM
At least I get a newly sculpted in skirt, gun and helmet with this one for 9 additional bucks :P
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DoctorPadawan on June 13, 2007, 08:55 PM
Jeez, that's what, 66% more than the original price of the Unleashed figures?

Yep, and as time went on, they got progressively less intricate bases, by and large.  Let's look back!

-The 15 dollar price point in 2002-2003 gave us (amongst others) Jango Fett, Anakin Skywalker (Geonosis), Luke Skywalker (Jedi Knight), Boba Fett, Han Solo, Yoda, and Darth Vader (Bespin).  Nearly every figure, even if their base was small, had a base that was heavy and solid and, if need be, well constructed and easily assembled.

-The 15 dollar price point in 2004-2005 gave us (amongst others) Aayla Secura's barely there base, Bossk's diminutive base, the hollow base of the Tusken Raider, Chewbacca's green blob, IG-88's bendy base, Aurra Sing's nearly impossible to assemble armature, the complete lack of a base for Sidious and Yoda, and a lot of regular plastic bases that either warp (see Mustafar Obi-Wan's foot) or that are unsecure and do nothing to support the figure (see the Stormtrooper and ROTS Darth Vader).  Granted, the figures were still sculpted incredibly well and some figures did come with very well executed bases (see the Clone Trooper), but by and large, the quality of the sculpting was years beyond the quality of the materials.

-The 20 dollar price point in 2006 and 2007 gave us seven straight rereleases in fancy packaging (Boba Fett, Grievous, Jedi Luke, Bespin Vader, Best Buy Vader, Mustafar Anakin, and Mustafar Obi-Wan) and one repaint of a figure nobody could find to begin with done in an even lower-quality plastic (the Shadow Stormtrooper).

-Now, apparently, the 25 dollar price point will give us the fourth use of a particular figure mold, the third use of a particular base mold, and minimal tooling of a "new" head and skirt with a weapon the character didn't even have to begin with.  And we don't even know what kind of packaging it's going to come in yet, meaning that even the overpriced tube could fall by the wayside as well.

Let's hear it for unreasonable inflation!  :P
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on October 9, 2007, 01:04 PM
Now that it appears Hasbro is moving the "Unleashed" name over to Marvel Legends as well, I wonder if there is a possibility of this eventually coming to the Star Wars line.  They started the "Unleashed 360" concept with Spidey 3 characters, which are essentially 8" scale articulated figures.  Now it appears a Marvel Legends version of this line is continuing (same, 8" scale/articulated) next year, starting with a comic version Spidey and Green Goblin.  I wonder if Star Wars figures in this style are that far off now, seeing as the Unleashed line started here.  I also wonder how they would go over with collectors.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: iFett on October 10, 2007, 11:54 PM
So has anybody picked up the Heavy Gunner, or is everybody beyond disgusted with this line by now?  I'm still planning on picking one up from EE once the Mando sets start shipping.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on October 11, 2007, 02:17 AM
Sadly, I've given up on what used to be one of my favourite lines.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: DarkKnight2k4 on October 11, 2007, 09:04 AM
I picked up the Gunner and I am not happy with it... not the way I was hoping to see this line go out...  >:(
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: jedi_master_sal on October 11, 2007, 10:21 AM
I still haven't picked up the gunner. I may, but I'm just not excited about the character.

It's sad the way the line is/was handled. So much lost potential.
Title: Unleased Chewbacca
Post by: THE STAR WARS NERD on May 27, 2009, 07:24 PM
The unleased Chewbacca is a nice one... picked it up the other day at my comic book shop. Personaly i think Ventress or Grevoius are nice finds they had those two there but i didnt have enof money at the time. But my real question is... what is the most popular unleased figure on this forum. If you no what im talking about please id enjoy your input.
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: JesseVader08 on March 15, 2010, 12:41 AM
RS has reported a poster being found at K-Mart that included art from many of the Unleashed cardbacks (http://www.rebelscum.com/story/front/New_Poster_With_Star_Wars_Unleashed_Artwork_130102.asp). 

If anyone can help me track one down, I'd be VERY grateful!

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v687/JesseVader08/UnleashedPosterSmall.jpg)
Title: Re: Unleashed figures
Post by: Brian on March 16, 2010, 01:18 PM
You know, around Christmas time I found some calendars at those shops you see in the mall that used the Unleashed artwork as well.  They seemed to disappear really quickly around here, but then this weekend we were at a local Shopko and saw a bunch of them for 50% off.  Kind of cool to see them using this great artwork.  No K-Marts locally, but that poster does look nifty.