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Title: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Scott on May 25, 2007, 05:43 PM
See the front page!
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on May 25, 2007, 05:45 PM
(http://www.yakface.com/2007/mandalorian-1.jpg)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jediknight760071 on May 25, 2007, 05:50 PM
If this turns out to be true, I'm all over it.   :o
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: evenflow on May 25, 2007, 05:50 PM
Here's hoping for Jodo Kast to be one of them. Thi sis an awesome exclusive! When can we pre-ordeR?
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Dressel Rebel on May 25, 2007, 05:53 PM
For $67 this is a steal.  Nice looking mandalorian that they've shown so far.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: iFett on May 25, 2007, 05:55 PM
This is great and all, but ummmmm.....I already felt overwhelmed before c4 even started.  My god - this year is just a huge freakin juggernaut that won't stop.  :-\
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Broem on May 25, 2007, 06:46 PM
Yep, it's going to take me a few years to get everything I want from this year.  However, I shall not complain.  I remember when there was no SW on the pegs for a long time. Anyway, that is a crazy cool exclusive.  I never would have dreamed this.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on May 25, 2007, 06:59 PM
If this turns out to be true, I'm all over it.   :o

"If"? 

*looks at description*

"Adam"?  Hey, that's *my* name!
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Morgbug on May 25, 2007, 07:04 PM
Great, here's some sunshine.  You know where to put it ::)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on May 25, 2007, 07:08 PM
I'm down for a Mandalorian pack like this...  I don't get it though, are these from comics and other sources?  Dude on the front looks real slick, I just don't know where to place him if he's from a source there.  Nice scan of that Jayson, thanks for sharing it.

Yeah, if they're all nifty like the one there, I'm ok with that...  I'm kind of hoping a lot of them are form EU though and not "made up" to just make repaints.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Smartypants1635 on May 25, 2007, 07:48 PM
The guy shown is Made up, there is no mention of him on wookiepedia at all ::)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on May 25, 2007, 07:56 PM
If this turns out to be true, I'm all over it.   :o

"If"? 

*looks at description*

"Adam"?  Hey, that's *my* name!

Shameless plug....  ;D
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on May 25, 2007, 09:12 PM
The guy shown is Made up, there is no mention of him on wookiepedia at all ::)

*type type type*

Sure he is. (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Llats_Ward)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Scott on May 25, 2007, 09:21 PM
Just wanted to say kudos on the new exclusive Adam, it really looks to be a winner! (An ESB accurate Boba Fett would make it a Grand Champion of the Fair ;))
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on May 25, 2007, 09:29 PM
Yeah I'm kind of digging the idea...  Again EU-ey figures would've been appreciated since there's plenty-o-them, so I guess that'll just be cool to see what comes with it.  I dig the first guy there if Adam just put him in Wiki or not though, just based on the paintjob.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: evenflow on May 25, 2007, 09:30 PM
Well i got my answer...

Retail pre-orders begin Tuesday, May 29 at 12:00 PM Pacific time

I think the first figure shown looks great.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: speedermike on May 25, 2007, 09:51 PM
14?  14!?  How did they arrive at that number?  This sound interesting, but 14 figures from essentially the same mold seems to be alot.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Artoo on May 25, 2007, 09:53 PM
 :o
Finally some mandos!
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jeff on May 25, 2007, 10:28 PM
For $67 this is a steal. 

Agreed.  I had to double-check that number when I saw it.   :o

$67 for 14 figures is amazing.  That's less than $5 per figure, which is a great deal for an exclusive in this day and age. :)


A question for Adam in case he stops by again - will there be "bulk-purchase" options for this one too?  Like the "by-the-case" options that EE had for the Clones and Droids? (always looking to save some bucks ;))
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: CorranHorn on May 25, 2007, 10:33 PM
If this turns out to be true, I'm all over it.   :o

"If"? 

*looks at description*

"Adam"?  Hey, that's *my* name!

This looks like a very interesting set, here's my big question though for you Adam hopefully you can answer this. Being that you've been known to push for the more old-school toon/comic characters of the 80's, is it possible that Fenn Shysa is part of this set? That would be beyond cool!
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Reid on May 25, 2007, 10:42 PM
Neat exclusive, didn't see this one coming. Hopefully there'll be some KOTOR era Mandos included, maybe Canderous.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on May 25, 2007, 11:03 PM
14?  14!?  How did they arrive at that number?  This sound interesting, but 14 figures from essentially the same mold seems to be alot.

What makes you think they're all going to use the same molds?   :)   Or for that matter, all Mandalorians?   While we love sets that work on a theme, sometimes variety is good too.

A question for Adam in case he stops by again - will there be "bulk-purchase" options for this one too?  Like the "by-the-case" options that EE had for the Clones and Droids? (always looking to save some bucks ;))

Always in motion is the future, but we priced these to be the best possible deal we could-- especially compared to other exclusives on the market over the past few years.   But for the sake of customizers/troop builders/compulsive hoarders/collector groups, anything is possible.  Just keep writing in and asking, you never know what might happen.   I'm always watching boards for fan requests like this-- if there's something Entertainment Earth can do for you, hey, ask.   The more people that clamor for it, the better.

This looks like a very interesting set, here's my big question though for you Adam hopefully you can answer this. Being that you've been known to push for the more old-school toon/comic characters of the 80's, is it possible that Fenn Shysa is part of this set? That would be beyond cool!

At this time, additional details surrounding the set are being kept under wraps for Comic-Con 2007.  But hints unrelated to your question, I can do-- the stories behind these action figures are set against the backdrop of the Clone Wars.    There are figures in this package which some fans will recognize.  There are also figures in this set fans will not recognize.

I think/hope customizers will dig it-- there should be plenty of parts to inspire new creations.

Neat exclusive, didn't see this one coming. Hopefully there'll be some KOTOR era Mandos included, maybe Canderous.

KOTOR?  *spit*  No.


As corporate law requires it, I'll be doing a special episode of the Entertainment Earth Podcast on Tuesday about just this item.   So for all 37 listeners of the show, you're in for a treat.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jeff on May 25, 2007, 11:10 PM
Just keep writing in and asking, you never know what might happen.   I'm always watching boards for fan requests like this-- if there's something Entertainment Earth can do for you, hey, ask.   The more people that clamor for it, the better.

Well, there is group of about 10-15 of us here in MN that bought those EE Clones and Astromechs by the caseload, so if you can swing a nice "buy a case of 4/6/whatever and you save a few bucks" deal, we love that.  :)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on May 25, 2007, 11:38 PM
sign me up  ;D
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on May 26, 2007, 01:46 AM
Just keep writing in and asking, you never know what might happen.   I'm always watching boards for fan requests like this-- if there's something Entertainment Earth can do for you, hey, ask.   The more people that clamor for it, the better.

Well, there is group of about 10-15 of us here in MN that bought those EE Clones and Astromechs by the caseload, so if you can swing a nice "buy a case of 4/6/whatever and you save a few bucks" deal, we love that.  :)

Adam, I would add that our Pittsburgh group, which was about similar in number, bought the Clones and distributed them like little bricks of cocaine out the trunk of the guy that ordered them's car in a dark parking lot one night...  We were slightly more reserved then when we did the same thing with the Astromech sets from last year.

It was a lot easier doing that bulk purchase, and I think it enticed sales to guys that otherwise would've likely passed on those due to price or whatnot.  Just my $.02 on that and backing up the thing Jeff's MN group did since we did it too.

Also wanted to add that, the price is outstanding...  I was rushing the math through my head on that one and you cannot beat that with a stick I think.  I was a little miffed at individual prices on those Clone sets back in the day but this is chiming in right where anyone and everyone should enjoy the price if they enjoy the product.  My curiosity is at the very least piqued, and that first figure EE showed is really just a great looking figure.  Showed it to my gf's youngest and he wants a set too already just for that guy, so chalk me up for two sets I guess.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth_Anton on May 27, 2007, 09:18 AM
I'm kind of scared. A 14 pack of EU figures? Completism...fading...
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on May 27, 2007, 01:46 PM
$5 a piece though?  And you gotta admit, that first figure's design ain't too bad Anthony...  That price is right thought...  Even Bob Barker thinks so.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: David on May 27, 2007, 03:16 PM
Awesome, I will pick this set up if the rest of the figs are as good as this one!  8)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Paul on May 27, 2007, 10:44 PM
Ok Adam if you make it back in and can share it...how many of the 14 figures have 14 points of Articulation?

Also, and this will show my age, what is a pod cast?  I'd love to listen/watch, and only this weekend realized how ubiquitous those things are....
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on May 28, 2007, 04:21 AM
Ok Adam if you make it back in and can share it...how many of the 14 figures have 14 points of Articulation?

More than half.  Well, in theory anyway-- I haven't got to play with these so I don't know if a cape might hinder movement or something just yet.

Although I think some of the ones with fewer points of articulation are going to make some fans do cartwheels and be a bigger incentive to get the sets than the super-articulated figures, depending on what turns one's crank as a SW fan.  Of course I'm a bit of a sucker for action figures and I can't pass on anything, but still, this looks like it should be a fun set.  Holsters, helmets, guns, backpacks... the bang-for-the-buck should definitely be there.

(And to dispell another rumor, no, there's no Wookiees in the set.   I'm not sure how that one got started.   Is there a Mandalorian Wookiee in the EU that I missed or something?  Not that it wouldn't be cool, mind you, I got a Snoova as a permanent fixture on my desk and the idea sounds cool enough.)

Also, and this will show my age, what is a pod cast?  I'd love to listen/watch, and only this weekend realized how ubiquitous those things are....

"On demand Internet programming" is a simple way to put it, but when in doubt for a good definition, I always say look at Wikipedia-- it explains things like this rather well:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Podcasting

In the case of the one I do for Entertainment Earth, it's just the one I did at 16bit.com rebranded and slightly repurposed.  Meaning it's me, in my living room, with a crappy microphone talking about stuff-- audio only.   I've been told I've got a voice for movies, specifically the silent era, so it's totally worth checking out.   (It's basically just an MP3 of toy news, usually whatever caught my eye for the week.  Meaning it's almost always Hasbro SW/TF/Joe stuff as that's what I dig.)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: jedi_master_sal on May 28, 2007, 12:37 PM
Questions for Adam:

Is this truly 14 figs for $69 and change or is it two sets of 7 figures for $69+?

Will there be a female Mandos? (I understand if you can't answer this or any of the others, but I hope so. Some of those conept female Mandos look awesome.)

Will Boba and Jango be two of the figures in the sets?

If yes on Jango, will he be one fo the 14 point figures?

Are any of the following in the sets:
Montross
Jodo Kast
Jaster Mereel

If so which ones?

Really for now the most important question for me is the difference in price. One set of 14 (in two packages of 7) or two sets each at $69+.

Thanks to any questions you can answer now, and when the time is right answer later.

Oh and Jesse, I'm totally down for ordering these bulk with the Pittsburgh group.
-Sal
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on May 28, 2007, 03:24 PM
Let the non-answers begin!

Is this truly 14 figs for $69 and change or is it two sets of 7 figures for $69+?

Two packs of 7.   When the item goes up for preorders on Tuesday at Noon (I AM THE PLUG KING) it will only be as a the full set at the special price of $66.99.   We will not be selling them individually or by the case on Tuesday at Noon, only as the "14 pack."

Will there be a female Mandos? (I understand if you can't answer this or any of the others, but I hope so. Some of those conept female Mandos look awesome.)

Will Boba and Jango be two of the figures in the sets?

If yes on Jango, will he be one fo the 14 point figures?

Are any of the following in the sets:
Montross
Jodo Kast
Jaster Mereel

If so which ones?

The rest of the characters will be revealed at Comic-Con, but I'll go ahead and throw you a bone-- no Jodo.  Llats Ward looks a lot like Jodo, but he ain't Jodo, and Jodo won't be in this set.  The characters in this set, by and large, look quite different from one another-- with a couple of exceptions.  There isn't another greenish Mandalorian in the set, take that as you will.


I'd keep going but well, it is being marketed as a bit of a mystery set.  (And don't forget EE lets you cancel any pre-order with no penalty if you order it on Tuesday and decide after the announcement that you don't much care for it.  Risk-free, yay.)  That's good enough for now, I think, so there ya go!
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: evenflow on May 29, 2007, 11:37 AM
Not sure if you can answer this, but why not include Jodo Kast? I was very much hoping for him when this was announced.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on May 29, 2007, 11:46 AM
Probably because Hasbro has plans for him somewhere else.

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on May 29, 2007, 11:51 AM
Maybe a Twin Engines of Destruction Comic Pack?
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Siths Herald on May 29, 2007, 12:48 PM
Showing my EU uber geek side here... If I recall correctly, Jodo wasn't a Mandalorian.  He just wore the armor. He was also an alias for Thrawn when he dressed up as a Mando. (That wouldn't stop me from buying him though)

I'd love to see these on the list:
Montross
Jaster Mereel
Kal Skirata
Whalen Vau
Mandalore
Thrawn as Jodo Kast would be incredible!
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: jedipurge on May 29, 2007, 12:53 PM
Not sure if you can answer this, but why not include Jodo Kast? I was very much hoping for him when this was announced.


Adam did say it was based on Clone Wars, which has to be why.  I doubt there'd be a Boba based on that statement as well.  Looking at the profiles it looks like 5 of them have missle backpacks, and 4 of them have kamas.  one of the profiles at the bottom middle look like the Alpha 17 that came with the comic pack.  Another one of them also look like a Parjai trooper, middle row left,  for some reason plus the fig seems to be holding a clone rifle.  It does say they're Mando's and since clones are technically Mando I wouldn't be suprised to see clones in this set.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Paul on May 29, 2007, 01:00 PM
To further fuel the debate.....remember when the Crimson Empire set came out...the shadow was Cantina Han Solo...so they may have intentional red herrings in the ad....which I think is clever, as long as the herrings are Super Articulated.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: evenflow on May 29, 2007, 01:37 PM
I think Adam mentioned that the balcked out pictures where just random, so wouldnt base who is the set on those.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on May 29, 2007, 02:26 PM
Jeez, find another hobby where collectors will drop $70 on a something they don't even know what they're getting!

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Matt on May 29, 2007, 02:28 PM
Jeez, find another hobby where collectors will drop $70 on a something they don't even know what they're getting!

Question:  Is "patronizing prostitutes" considered a hobby?
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on May 29, 2007, 02:33 PM
Jeez, find another hobby where collectors will drop $70 on a something they don't even know what they're getting!

Question:  Is "patronizing prostitutes" considered a hobby?

Answer: Yes.  ;D
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Matt on May 29, 2007, 02:35 PM
Jeez, find another hobby where collectors will drop $70 on a something they don't even know what they're getting!

Found one.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on May 29, 2007, 02:41 PM
That's a pass time, not a hobby...  That's what the pimps tell me anyway.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: jedipurge on May 29, 2007, 03:24 PM
Jeez, find another hobby where collectors will drop $70 on a something they don't even know what they're getting!

Question:  Is "patronizing prostitutes" considered a hobby?

Answer: Yes.  ;D

No that's a reminder to wash your hands if/when we meet.  :P
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Paul on May 29, 2007, 04:14 PM
Ok, I ordered my 14 pack of Prostitutes Mandolorians et al...

Now I will sit back and patiently wait.

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Matt on May 29, 2007, 04:16 PM
No that's a reminder to wash your hands if/when we meet.  :P

It's not my hands that would need washing, sir.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on May 29, 2007, 04:26 PM
No that's a reminder to wash your hands if/when we meet.  :P

It's not my hands that would need washing, sir.

"You never go ass to mouth" –  Dante Hicks from Clerks 2
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: I Am Sith on May 29, 2007, 04:49 PM
Getting back on topic (not that I mind a detailed discussion of people's sexual habits)...

I'm really hoping to get Kal Skirata and at least one or two of the Alpha null ARC troopers mentioned in Republic Commando Triple Zero (at least Ordo).

Edit:  I was thinking null ARC's but hoping that they would use the Alpha ARC mold from the Comic 2-Pack when I wrote this...

Could we possibly also get the long awaited SA Jango Fett that we've all desperately been waiting for?!  Here's to hoping!
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Paul on May 29, 2007, 05:34 PM
Could somebody who knows more about these characters post pics?
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: evenflow on May 29, 2007, 05:40 PM
I ordered my set, can't wait to see who is included.  ;D
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on May 29, 2007, 05:58 PM
Thirteen Gungans and one Mandalorian.

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: David on May 29, 2007, 07:07 PM
Thirteen Gungans and one Mandalorian.



(http://www.killsometime.com/Pictures/images/pic1090.jpg)

 :o  AAAAAAAAHHHH!!!!  :o
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: jedi_master_sal on May 29, 2007, 07:59 PM
Let the non-answers begin!

Is this truly 14 figs for $69 and change or is it two sets of 7 figures for $69+?

Two packs of 7.   When the item goes up for preorders on Tuesday at Noon (I AM THE PLUG KING) it will only be as a the full set at the special price of $66.99.   We will not be selling them individually or by the case on Tuesday at Noon, only as the "14 pack."

Will there be a female Mandos? (I understand if you can't answer this or any of the others, but I hope so. Some of those conept female Mandos look awesome.)

Will Boba and Jango be two of the figures in the sets?

If yes on Jango, will he be one fo the 14 point figures?

Are any of the following in the sets:
Montross
Jodo Kast
Jaster Mereel

If so which ones?

The rest of the characters will be revealed at Comic-Con, but I'll go ahead and throw you a bone-- no Jodo.  Llats Ward looks a lot like Jodo, but he ain't Jodo, and Jodo won't be in this set.  The characters in this set, by and large, look quite different from one another-- with a couple of exceptions.  There isn't another greenish Mandalorian in the set, take that as you will.


I'd keep going but well, it is being marketed as a bit of a mystery set.  (And don't forget EE lets you cancel any pre-order with no penalty if you order it on Tuesday and decide after the announcement that you don't much care for it.  Risk-free, yay.)  That's good enough for now, I think, so there ya go!


Ok so no Jodo. No other greenish Mandos. Good enoguh, that tells me no Jaster or Bobas either. Nice. Though I wouldn't mind Jodo or Jaster, I'm down for something different.

Good to know this is that price for the complete set of 14. THat's a SWEET deal.

So no female Mandos??
I want to see some Mando booby armor!!!
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Siths Herald on May 30, 2007, 08:46 AM
Here's pics of some that have been mentioned.

Jodo Kast
(http://images.wikia.com/starwars/images/thumb/a/a3/Kast1.jpg/180px-Kast1.jpg)

Kal Skirata
(http://images.wikia.com/starwars/images/thumb/2/27/Kal_Skirata.jpg/150px-Kal_Skirata.jpg)(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v331/redfox75/Custom%20Figures/KalSkirata.jpg)(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v331/redfox75/Custom%20Figures/PapaKal.jpg)

Mandalore
(http://images.wikia.com/starwars/images/thumb/4/48/80Mandalore.jpg/250px-80Mandalore.jpg)

Jaster Mereel
(http://www.geocities.com/boba_fett_fansite/JasterMereel2.JPG)

Montross
(http://www.geocities.com/boba_fett_fansite/Montross.JPG)(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v331/redfox75/Custom%20Figures/Montross.jpg)





Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth_Anton on May 30, 2007, 09:13 AM
Kal Skirata is a dead ringer for Ed Harris.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: I Am Sith on May 30, 2007, 11:05 AM
Kal Skirata is a dead ringer for Ed Harris.

I've always thought that exact same thing!  If he's not included in this set, I'm seriously considering customizing one...
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: JACKOFTRADZE on May 30, 2007, 12:37 PM
I order 2 sets and found a coupon online for a free gift. It expires tomorrow: 1701071
i have no clue what the gift is, but hey its free so why not enter it!
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Diddly on June 11, 2007, 07:50 PM
For some reason I missed this originally and just saw pics of the one debuted figure. Looks good, but I'm not even going to consider ordering until we see what else is included. I'll probably end up passing on it like I have with almost all the latest EE Exclusives.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on June 12, 2007, 08:21 AM
Being that the one Mandalorian in this pack was created to help train clone troopers, I'm inclined to believe that the other thirteen figures are variations of clones.

Maybe a couple of clones in cafeteria garb, a few armored grunts, a few Skittle colored commanders - you get the idea.

Probably a Jango and whiny Boba thrown in for fun.

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: David on June 12, 2007, 11:50 AM
Probably a Jango and whiny Boba thrown in for fun.

But could that mean that this is the place where they will put that rumored SA Jango Fett?
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Kill_Solo on June 12, 2007, 12:36 PM
So is EE not going to reveal the identities of the other figures? I'm not purchasing something that I have no clue to what it's going to contain.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on June 12, 2007, 12:46 PM
They will at SDCC.

I have a feeling that the Mandalorian that we've seen is the only new tool in the set.  I think we'll get fourteen new figures; one new tool and the rest being new repaints / kitbashes. 

With that said, you won't see a new SA Jango in this set, SW_Monkey.

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: I Am Sith on June 12, 2007, 01:10 PM
So is EE not going to reveal the identities of the other figures? I'm not purchasing something that I have no clue to what it's going to contain.

I thought that I read if you've pre-ordered an item from EE, you are able to cancel the order if you're unhappy with the final product once it's revealed...  I'll try to find that reference.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: I Am Sith on June 12, 2007, 01:28 PM
I thought that I read if you've pre-ordered an item from EE, you are able to cancel the order if you're unhappy with the final product once it's revealed...  I'll try to find that reference.

I'd keep going but well, it is being marketed as a bit of a mystery set.  (And don't forget EE lets you cancel any pre-order with no penalty if you order it on Tuesday and decide after the announcement that you don't much care for it.  Risk-free, yay.)   That's good enough for now, I think, so there ya go!

Found it.  I'm still glad that I ordered this set.  If you look back through what Adam did report, he said that there will be a lot of accessories (guns, holsters, backpacks) and a lot of parts to 'inspire new creations'.  If it were one Mando and 13 clones, I don't see that being possible.  Also, he said that 'the characters in this set, by and large, look quite different from one another with a couple of exceptions'.  I'm going to bet that there will be numerous clones (I'd bet two to three per pack) and multiple Mandolorians.  I'm still holding out hope for the SA Jango, Kal Skirata, and null-ARC Ordo.  I guess we'll find out next month.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on June 12, 2007, 02:02 PM
We'll see.

Mark this page and we'll check back to see who was right (or the closest).

 ;)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: I Am Sith on June 12, 2007, 02:05 PM
Sounds good. I have nothing to wager though, sorry...  Spending WAY too much money on figures these days  ;D
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth_Anton on June 13, 2007, 09:04 AM
I'm not too worried about holding off on pre-ordering these. EE never sells out right away (knock on wood.)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on June 13, 2007, 02:51 PM
So is EE not going to reveal the identities of the other figures? I'm not purchasing something that I have no clue to what it's going to contain.

We/Hasbro will reveal all 14 at Comic-Con 2007.   The set is currently up for pre-order, and you can cancel at any time-- that way if for some reason it gets close to selling out and you think you might be interested, at least you're in line for it.   But hey, July's just a few weeks away, and at least one more figure will probably be revealed before the show.  I think people will be very happy with these.

I have a feeling that the Mandalorian that we've seen is the only new tool in the set.

Thankfully you would be wrong there. :)  Llats Ward is a partially new tool, but there is new tooling involved.   There will also be at least one (maybe more, I ain't gonna say) completely new tool in the set.   I'm very happy to say that this set is not a big box of repaints with just one new figure.

I'm not too worried about holding off on pre-ordering these. EE never sells out right away (knock on wood.)

The first two shipments (or the first one and like 95% of #2 if memory serves) of our Clone Trooper packs did pre-sell out in 2005, they weren't "in stock" for quite some time.   Kids love the Clones.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Kill_Solo on June 13, 2007, 03:11 PM
I preordered this set.  ;)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on June 14, 2007, 08:57 AM

Thankfully you would be wrong there. :)  Llats Ward is a partially new tool, but there is new tooling involved.   There will also be at least one (maybe more, I ain't gonna say) completely new tool in the set.   I'm very happy to say that this set is not a big box of repaints with just one new figure.


For the record, I did say we'd get fourteen new figures - a combination of kitbashes and repaints.  I was just basing my prediction on Hasbro's past record of exclusives with EE.com. 

With that said, I'm still looking forward to the set.

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Nicklab on June 18, 2007, 06:59 PM
So is EE not going to reveal the identities of the other figures? I'm not purchasing something that I have no clue to what it's going to contain.

I had heard that EE might be leaking out the identity of a few more figures leading up to Comic Con.  Of course they're holding off on revealing the entire set before then, but they're definitely trying to build interest.  But the rumblings I heard about the set at C4 seemed to indicate that the figures in the set might not be all Mandalorians.

I haven't ordered my own set just yet.  I'd like to see more of the set before I do.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jeff on June 18, 2007, 09:27 PM
I had heard that EE might be leaking out the identity of a few more figures leading up to Comic Con. 

Really, where did you hear that?  :P

July's just a few weeks away, and at least one more figure will probably be revealed before the show

 ;)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Nicklab on June 19, 2007, 12:07 AM
I had heard that EE might be leaking out the identity of a few more figures leading up to Comic Con. 

Really, where did you hear that?  :P

Someone with a crewcut told me that somewhere in SoCal, IIRC. ;D
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Kill_Solo on June 25, 2007, 04:04 PM
Hey, EE has a new image up for the Mando 14 pack. It's 2 clones decoed in Mando symbols.

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y264/sasee_one/_AUTOIMAGES_HS87467AAlg.jpg)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: evenflow on June 25, 2007, 04:26 PM
I wonder if its 2 Clones or just 1 included.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on June 25, 2007, 04:34 PM
I'm guessing two, but they're sorta neat I guess.  Different...  Not the best figure(s) in the set though, as that other guy's clearly better as figures go, but not bad I guess.  I just hope for a little more interesting characters than clone repaints for the rest of the gang I think, but these two aren't bad and I love the skull markings.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jeff on June 25, 2007, 04:38 PM
I wonder if its 2 Clones or just 1 included.

From the text...

"This set includes 2 Clone Troopers, each of which has a blaster, a removable antenna for their armor, and 14 points of articulation. Exclusively designed for Entertainment Earth, these troopers were decorated with elements originally designed during the initial conceptualization of Boba Fett, such as the famous skull design and the mysterious "jaig eyes" on their helmets."


As for this reveal... meh.

first figure = great
next two figures = more #41 repaints ::)

11 more to go...   
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: DualSaberMaster on June 25, 2007, 05:11 PM
Mando Warriors, Clones, I am all over this set.  I hope that some of the figures are from my much beloved Republic Commando novels. 

Plenty of cool Mando warriors, and Clones to pull from.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on June 25, 2007, 05:30 PM
groan Maybe if they included soft goods ponchos with these (a la TSC Tatooine Luke or POTJ Qui-Gon) it be a little cooler but basic #41 Clone repaints isn't what I was looking forward to.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Vator on June 25, 2007, 05:40 PM
 ::)

There had better be something other than yet more Phase II Clones included for me to consider ordering this pack.

After the Death Star Briefing, I had rather high hopes for this set. However, now, I am dubious. What do the clones have to do with any of it anyway? The Mandos and the Republican Military weren't exactely buddy-buddy.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on June 25, 2007, 06:00 PM
As for this reveal... meh.

first figure = great
next two figures = more #41 repaints ::)

11 more to go...   

Hey, I like these two.  Of course, I like big faction logo type things.   That and you gotta have someone for Llats Ward to work with, we don't want him getting bored and wandering off and blowing stuff up.

::)

There had better be something other than yet more Phase II Clones included for me to consider ordering this pack.

After the Death Star Briefing, I had rather high hopes for this set. However, now, I am dubious. What do the clones have to do with any of it anyway? The Mandos and the Republican Military weren't exactely buddy-buddy.

Well, they're the only "phase II"/ROTS clones in these sets.   I think the next reveal will probably blow you away.   ("Probably" being key as well, different figures appeal to different fans.  I think this is an appealing one.)

Regarding Mandalorians/Llats Ward and the clones, please read this entry at Wookieepedia (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Cuy'val_Dar) for the backstory of why a Mandalorian might be training Clones.  (Assuming you haven't seen it yet.)   Also, this page at Entertainment Earth (http://www.entertainmentearth.com/hitlist.asp?spotlight=663) has a big picture and a smidge more back story.   Some people take jobs they don't necessarily want to do, and it seems on some level, Mandalorian Llats Ward training Clones could be one of those jobs, from a certain point of view.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: DualSaberMaster on June 25, 2007, 06:02 PM
The Mandos and the Republican Military weren't exactely buddy-buddy.

From my undstanding of some of the Clone/Mando EU material (RC novels, comics, etc)  Some Mandalorian Warriors were recruited by Jango, and by other highly skilled Mando's as "Advisors" to train and hone the skills of the Republics new Grand Army.

Most if not all of the Mando instructors looked upon the Clones as brothers in arms, and felt their duty and obligation to instruct them on their ways, culture, and history.

The Mandalorian instructors had no real alligience with the Rupublic, they did it primarily for the benefit of their Clone brotherhood, and or course the fact they were freelance mercenary's being paid by the Republic to train the GAR's ranks.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Diddly on June 25, 2007, 06:08 PM
Clones? Lame. Personally I can do without them, especially since they're Phase II. I hope the next reveal is better because I'm not feeling that great about this set after this one.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: evenflow on June 25, 2007, 06:12 PM
I wonder if its 2 Clones or just 1 included.

From the text...

"This set includes 2 Clone Troopers, each of which has a blaster, a removable antenna for their armor, and 14 points of articulation. Exclusively designed for Entertainment Earth, these troopers were decorated with elements originally designed during the initial conceptualization of Boba Fett, such as the famous skull design and the mysterious "jaig eyes" on their helmets."

  

I guess it would have helped if i read the description. I am not too excited about there being two of them. I wouldnt mind if there was 1, but i hope we get figures other than clone troopers.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Artoo on June 25, 2007, 06:16 PM
I hope these are the only phase 1 clones. The other clones should be commandos or ARCs.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: DualSaberMaster on June 25, 2007, 06:19 PM
I'm not too thrilled of two more #41 Clone repaints either, especially when they are not screen accuate, but in all fairness we still have 11 more figures to be revealed.

I believe you can expect at least another Clone repaint in this set.  I remember when EE first showed their blacked out teaser pic, and I distinctly saw the ROTS Clone Commander figure shadow in among the picture.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Nirvana on June 25, 2007, 06:32 PM
I hope we get Kal Skirata, Walon Vau, some clone commandos, maybe a Null ARC, and maybe Bardan Jusik (all characters from RC:Triple Zero; Vau and Skirata were Mandos, Jusik was a Jedi who wore Mando armor). These clones are okay and I like Ward (except the head, too baby-ish) and I'll probably be picking up this set.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: David on June 25, 2007, 07:23 PM
Im fine with these clones, and so far Im pretty sure Im gonna want this set. I hope theres a Null ARC, maybe some plain white commandos or white commandos with the skull markings.  8)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on June 25, 2007, 07:56 PM
Well he said the next one he's thinking will "Wow" the crowd so-to-speak, so there's some hope...  I'm with the camp that actually likes the first figure more than these 2 Clones, so I'm not real enthused right now.  At the same time I'm anxious to see the rest of the set before I feel let down.

Even still though, at the price they're at it's not too shabby picking up a couple figures you maybe don't want to get a (hopefully) handful you do want.

I just hope that next reveal is a humdinger is all... 

I am not at all counting on actual EU characters either by the way.  3 figures revealed, none from the films or existing EU, and wasn't it said that these characters weren't from existing EU materials from the start?  So I think all the wishful thinking for all these EU characters is a bit misguided, and basically setting one's self up for a disappointment...   :-\
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Vator on June 25, 2007, 09:59 PM

::)

There had better be something other than yet more Phase II Clones included for me to consider ordering this pack.

After the Death Star Briefing, I had rather high hopes for this set. However, now, I am dubious. What do the clones have to do with any of it anyway? The Mandos and the Republican Military weren't exactely buddy-buddy.

Well, they're the only "phase II"/ROTS clones in these sets.   I think the next reveal will probably blow you away.   ("Probably" being key as well, different figures appeal to different fans.  I think this is an appealing one.)

Regarding Mandalorians/Llats Ward and the clones, please read this entry at Wookieepedia (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Cuy'val_Dar) for the backstory of why a Mandalorian might be training Clones.  (Assuming you haven't seen it yet.)   Also, this page at Entertainment Earth (http://www.entertainmentearth.com/hitlist.asp?spotlight=663) has a big picture and a smidge more back story.   Some people take jobs they don't necessarily want to do, and it seems on some level, Mandalorian Llats Ward training Clones could be one of those jobs, from a certain point of view.

Fair enough. I've not really been keeping up with the contemporary Expanded Universe, so there you have it.

Thanks to DSM for the reply, also.  :)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Paul on June 25, 2007, 10:50 PM
And now it is a 12 pack to me....oh well, somebody will want the clones I'm sure...

At this point it is still a good bargain per figure...if we get more clones/arcs/battle droids..it could just be $67 Mandolorian with removable helmet.

But it is still a great set. 
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: DarkKnight2k4 on June 26, 2007, 08:22 AM
This reveal does nothing for me...

I hope this is not the start of a trend... I really would hate to see it go down hill... We don't need clones... we need a true Mandelorian Army...

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth_Anton on June 26, 2007, 09:06 AM
The reveal has done something for me. I guess I'm a sucked for clones. For some reason, I'm more excited over clone repaints that I've never seen before than new characters that I've never seen before.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: evenflow on June 26, 2007, 09:08 AM
I dont mind the clone, i will restate that i wish it was just one of them. I dont want a bunch of the same figures in the set.

As for true EU characters, i gave up on that hope when they announced Jodo Kast would not be included in the set. I still think its going to be cool for the most part, and i already preordered mine. I just hope we get more mandalorians than clones.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: JediJman on June 26, 2007, 09:51 AM
I don't mind the clones, but am in the camp with wishing there was just one of these.  I hope they aren't doubling up on any of the remaining 11 figs.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Nicklab on June 27, 2007, 12:14 AM
For what it's worth, in the new Clone Wars cartoon the ARC Trooper Alpha has similar markings on his helmet.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth_Anton on June 27, 2007, 09:27 AM
For what it's worth, in the new Clone Wars cartoon the ARC Trooper Alpha has similar markings on his helmet.

That's good for one or two of those in the pack I hope.

I mean really, how many new sculpts do you think we'll actually get?
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Rob on June 27, 2007, 11:53 AM
That first figure looked okay - but with this latest revelation it sure looks like this 14 pack is going to be a big fat unnecessary waste of everyone's time.

Clones with Mandalorian stamps on them?


LAME.



Completist or not, I'm quickly losing interest in this one.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Paul on June 27, 2007, 12:28 PM
I don't mind the clones, but am in the camp with wishing there was just one of these.  I hope they aren't doubling up on any of the remaining 11 figs.

I don't mind if they double up...as long as they double up on Removable helmet, super articulated Mandos...

Clones? Nope
Commandos? Nope
ARC's? Nope
Robot Army? Oh Hell No....

Still a decent set...
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: JediJman on June 27, 2007, 12:43 PM
Well, it is called a Mandalorian 14 pack, so makes sense that the clones have something to do with Mandalrians.  If it was mostly clones, you'd think they'd call it Clone Training 14 pack.  Its hard to judge the set based on 3 figs at this point, but I'm still eager to see it.  At least they didn't price gouge us on it - $70 for 14 figures isn't a bad deal even if you don't like a few of the figs.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: MetalJedi on July 10, 2007, 10:02 PM
A new figure is added. A FEMALE Mando named Rav Bralor.

(http://www.entertainmentearth.com/images//AUTOIMAGES/HS87467AAlg.jpg)

Dressed in red armor, Rav Bralor is a sharpened battle instrument, attacking with surgical precision and stunning efficiency. Jango handpicks her to assist in the training of the clone commandos, where she hammers their independent natures into razor-edged power. With 14 points of articulation, a removable helmet, and the best in weapons, she's ready for any challenge!

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Greedo The Green Menace on July 10, 2007, 10:21 PM
Now that is just cool. It's so rare to get female star wars characters that aren't Leia and Padme, but a female Mandalorian? The level of awesomeness here is unparalleled. I'll probably have to pick this set up for sure if they keep revealing sweet figures like this.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Reid on July 10, 2007, 10:34 PM
The Mando chick is awesome- I wish we could see what's under her brain bucket.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Greg on July 10, 2007, 10:36 PM
   Damn, she looks pretty cool, as does the male Mandalorian. The capes are very cool, but I think they'd get in the way in a fight. I am very disappointed by the apparent lack of holsters on Bralor. Despite the hatred towards the two clone troopers in this set, I think they are pretty interesting figures and I hope that a squad of Bralor's commandos are included, perhaps with articulated knees and ankles.
   I think these figures can make really good heroes or villains to fight with or against any of the main characters from the movies if you ignore the established clone training backstories, which are kind of boring. I really want to place a preorder for this set, but I still want to see at least two more figures first.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jeff on July 10, 2007, 10:38 PM
I like this one.  New figure, nice colors, removable helmet.  :)

Two figures = great
Two figures = more #41 repaints ::)

10 more to go... 
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Rob on July 10, 2007, 11:32 PM
I don't think I'd go so far as to say I think it's cool - but it's definitely better then another repaint.

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Deanpaul on July 10, 2007, 11:55 PM
"If you give it boobs, they will buy it."
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Rob on July 11, 2007, 12:14 AM
"If you give it boobs, they will buy it."

(http://images.wikia.com/starwars/images/thumb/b/bf/Yarna.jpg/250px-Yarna.jpg)

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on July 11, 2007, 12:42 AM
Female Mandalorian?  I'm in on that...  What's the deal with the parts though?  I'm not recognizing all those parts on her.  Some new stuff?  I thought the set was to be made of re-used toolings, or was I just imagining that? 
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on July 11, 2007, 01:04 AM
Female Mandalorian?  I'm in on that...  What's the deal with the parts though?  I'm not recognizing all those parts on her.  Some new stuff?  I thought the set was to be made of re-used toolings, or was I just imagining that? 

Nope, she's new.   I might (or might not, I can't remember) have said that there would be new stuff in the set.   For those who've been reading the thread, I consider this to be one of the six super awesome ones, and I'm glad to see that I'm not alone so far.

There are repaints, retoolings, and all-new stuff in the set-- more will, of course, be revealed over the month.  Until the end of the month, as there's going to be a nice big fat reveal in San Diego.   (And on the note of big fat reveals, no, Gargan is not in this set.)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on July 11, 2007, 01:30 AM
That answers that then...  I was thinking nothing there looked familiar.  It's kind of a game amongst customizers to look for the parts and see if you can identify them, so that was basically a dead-end for me.  Curious on her likeness under the helmet now. 

I'm betting Clone Commando repaint is one of the upcoming reveals due to the bio/text surrounding the chick Mando there.  I'm just working under that guess for perhaps the next image shown...  Be nice if a possible Commando revealed were to have newly tooled legs that actually had articulation...  Such action-packed figures shouldn't be so staticly posed, but I digress.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Bonk on July 11, 2007, 01:56 AM
Interesting.  So I guess they're just making these characters up out of thin air.  Weird... but of course I'll buy it.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Artoo on July 11, 2007, 01:57 AM
Yes, a simplere-hash of a commando wouldn't be so hard. The Female Mando is a nice surprise.  :)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: roron corobb on July 11, 2007, 02:27 AM
If anything can be said about this set, it is interesting. Would have been cool to see her with out the helmet.

I think Jesse is right about Commandos and I how for new legs too. Time will tell.

If the rest of the figure amount to repaints, I'll get 2 of these for some cool fodder if anything.
roron corobb
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Diddly on July 11, 2007, 03:15 AM
This latest reveal really makes me want to get this set. I mean, that female Mando is so cool, and we probably won't get anything like it for years and years. My faith in this set has been restored.

Now, anyone interested in making a giant Mandalorian Clone army?
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Paul on July 11, 2007, 08:51 AM
I'll give "Mandy" Lorian to my daughter.  I guess I am not that interested in female figures or characters.  I must have missed that day at Fanboy camp....

Still since it is a figure I can give my little girl...it is still a 12 pack...and worth the $$ besides I've found a home for the clones...

But I am encouraged to see that we are getting this kind of stuff, don't get me wrong. 
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Oboewan on July 11, 2007, 08:53 AM
I'd also expect a Jango in there based on Rav's bio... probably a repack/repaint though  -  but they "could" surprise us!

Jeff
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: DarkKnight2k4 on July 11, 2007, 09:25 AM
I think  it is a cool addition. I have seen fan pics of her before... and I think Tom Hodges did a piece of her as well.

They are batting .500... not bad for a start..
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth_Anton on July 11, 2007, 09:29 AM
Well, judging by the shadowed out characters in the background of this picture:

(http://www.yakface.com/2007/mandalorian-1.jpg)

we know the 5th (middle row to the right) is a Clone commander repaint.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: evenflow on July 11, 2007, 10:11 AM
I like it. I wish they would have given us a pic of the figure without the helmet as well.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Slothus on July 11, 2007, 10:20 AM
Well, judging by the shadowed out characters in the background of this picture:

(http://www.yakface.com/2007/mandalorian-1.jpg)

we know the 5th (middle row to the right) is a Clone commander repaint.

Hmm Hmm Hmmmmm

Do we really? I recall a cantina Han silouette on another 'mystery figure' shadowed pic. Likely true though ;)

DS
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Mikey D on July 11, 2007, 10:43 AM
Bottom row, middle one looks like an ARC Trooper...
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on July 11, 2007, 10:48 AM
This time they appear to be accurate, as you can see the #41 clones in the top row. 

You know, the ones with the Superman Mandalorian logos on their chests.

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: BrentS on July 11, 2007, 10:56 AM
I thought someone, somewhere confirmed that the shadows were not indicative of all the figures.  Maybe I'm just making this crap up though.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on July 11, 2007, 01:53 PM
I thought someone, somewhere confirmed that the shadows were not indicative of all the figures.  Maybe I'm just making this crap up though.

Nope, you're right.  My intent is to pick out shadows that if you read enough into it, you'll realize that they can't possibly be the real figures in the set because some are actually older 12-inch action figures.   There are deliberate red herrings in there.   I mean, in the middle row, on the far left?  That's the single packaged version of GI Joe Valor vs. Venom Scarlett.   So if people want to speculate, great, but the shadows aren't really going to reveal much more about what's in these sets.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Slothus on July 11, 2007, 02:10 PM
 ::)  Like I said...

C'mon guys

AP EE has done this before :P
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Matt_Fury on July 11, 2007, 02:46 PM
I thought someone, somewhere confirmed that the shadows were not indicative of all the figures.  Maybe I'm just making this crap up though.

Nope, you're right.  My intent is to pick out shadows that if you read enough into it, you'll realize that they can't possibly be the real figures in the set because some are actually older 12-inch action figures.   There are deliberate red herrings in there.   I mean, in the middle row, on the far left?  That's the single packaged version of GI Joe Valor vs. Venom Scarlett.   So if people want to speculate, great, but the shadows aren't really going to reveal much more about what's in these sets.

Shenanigans!  Shenanigans!  I have to go get my broom!

Seriously though...thanks Adam for answering all these questions and giving us more insight into what's in this pack.  'm looking forward to see the rest of the set.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: CHEWIE on July 11, 2007, 03:03 PM
I appreciate the insight too.  I didn't realize that was a Scarlett figure shadow, but then again I haven't looked too closely at the shadows.  I figured most of them were going to be made to throw off people who are speculating what they could be anyway, or that EE might not have access to all 14 images yet and just put something together with Hasbro for the teaser pics.

 :P
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on July 11, 2007, 04:12 PM
::)  Like I said...

C'mon guys

AP EE has done this before :P

Oh, you know you love me.

Also the new ToyFare has yet ANOTHER exclusive reveal in it.   I'm hearing it's just now starting to hit.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on July 11, 2007, 04:13 PM
Quote
I must have missed that day at Fanboy camp....

It was right after the course on not bathing before a July Toy Show, and I think right before the course on how to stand in everyone's way at a convention while you take photos of the few women there in scantily clad outfits.

I missed it because I was at the inability to speak to the opposite sex seminar, which was outstanding.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on July 11, 2007, 04:19 PM
Also the new ToyFare has yet ANOTHER exclusive reveal in it.   I'm hearing it's just now starting to hit.

Yep, the Black Republic Commando (Scorch Repaint)

(http://www.yakface.com/2007/eeomega.jpg)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Ghost of QG on July 11, 2007, 04:22 PM
Here's a pic I took of the new RC from the TF magazine:

(http://www.coreplanets.com/forums/imagehosting/thum_4469539afcb90a.jpg)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: CHEWIE on July 11, 2007, 04:32 PM
Ugh, I don't care for that commando.  It's so bad I almost don't want to even buy this set because of it.

Thanks for the pic though.

 :P
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: I Am Sith on July 11, 2007, 04:36 PM
I guess we can consider this one of the other re-paints that Adam elluded to earlier.  I was planning on doing a squad of my own black deco Rep Commandos, so this just saves me the work.  I really would have liked to have them SA though...  Oh well, not the end of the world IMO.

And Ruiner, since you told me to keep count we are at:

2 new tools
3 repaints

So far, you're closer to being right...
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: David on July 11, 2007, 05:12 PM
Eh, blech. I dont really care for that commando...but the female Mando...complete w/boobs even!...is great!

I still dont know if I'll buy this set, but I will definitely want to track down the female Mando loose if possible after this set hits. Definitely the best figure revealed so far.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on July 11, 2007, 05:14 PM

Yep, the Black Republic Commando (Scorch Repaint)

(http://www.yakface.com/2007/eeomega.jpg)

Black or green?
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on July 11, 2007, 05:14 PM

And Ruiner, since you told me to keep count we are at:

2 new tools
3 repaints

So far, you're closer to being right...

We're wagering a set right?

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on July 11, 2007, 05:20 PM
Black or green?

Always bet on black!  ;)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jeff on July 11, 2007, 05:23 PM
I feel the same way about Black Scorch as I did the two Clones... meh.  After the dozens and dozens of clone repaints we've already had over the last few years, more EU clone repaints just don't do it for me anymore. 

I like the other two figs though (Llats/Rav) and hope there are more like those in the set...
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: JediJman on July 11, 2007, 05:56 PM
I'm fine with the latest two additions - I think they look cool.  Better than just the standard clone repaints!
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Matt_Fury on July 11, 2007, 06:36 PM
Odd that for a Mandalorian 14 pack, we only know of two Mandalorians.

I hope that this is the last clone.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Deanpaul on July 11, 2007, 07:15 PM

I hope that this is the last clone.

That's unlikely.   :-X
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: bamaker on July 11, 2007, 07:35 PM
...but the female Mando...complete w/boobs even!...is great!

Her name is Rav Bralor.  Hee-hee, she's a girl and she has the word "bra" in her name.  Maybe in the Star Wars EU world her family made billions in Republic Credits by inventing a feminine support garment referred to as a bralor, or "bra", for short.  Rejecting her family's fortunes and jaded by the corruption she saw all around her, Rav joined the super commando corp and blew stuff up in order to do battle with her own inner demons.

Or maybe it's just a stupid name.

OK, I'm hungry now ... going to the fridge.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on July 11, 2007, 08:00 PM
Odd that for a Mandalorian 14 pack, we only know of two Mandalorians.

Actually, it isn't a Mandalorian 14-pack.  It's a Mystery Figure pack.  The final, official name has yet to be revealed, but I can assure you it isn't "Star Wars Mandalorian Pack."  (Although that is a fine nickname for it, if not entirely accurate as far as what it represents.)

I hope that this is the last clone.

Nope.   But I like Clones a lot, and there are more figures left to reveal.  I'm more or less done building armies larger than 3-6 of any given type, but I'd love to see more Clones.  Scuba Clones, Glow-in-the-dark Clones, etc.

I like it though.  Omega Squad is awesome.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Vator on July 11, 2007, 09:43 PM
I hope that this is the last clone.
I like it though.  

You're in marketing, though. Should it not concern you that at least part of your consumer base's demand for Clonetroopers has been exhausted? While it may not be so for the majority of your potential customers... I think the reactions in this thread pretty clearly indicate that some of the older hands of the hobby aren't so pleased with yet more clone repaints. Eventually, the demand will be exhausted elsewhere.

I'm not trying to jump your ****, but how many more clones can we expect from this set? 3/14 is understandable. 7/14 probably will likely deter some folks from buying (mir selbst included, yo.)

The two Mandos are exciting, however. I will continue to hold out hope for this set to amount to something more than a few repainted Republic Commandos and Phase II troopers (and, Adam, you were right about the next figure being worthwhile ... Rev is grand!)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darby on July 11, 2007, 09:50 PM
The female Mando sort of intrigues me, as does the black Commando (I kind of like him) but I don't know.  I'd have to see the whole shebang before making a judgement.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Artoo on July 11, 2007, 10:23 PM
If one of the Omega squad clones is in the set so should Kal Skirata!  :o
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Morgbug on July 12, 2007, 12:02 AM
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I must have missed that day at Fanboy camp....

It was right after the course on not bathing before a July Toy Show, and I think right before the course on how to stand in everyone's way at a convention while you take photos of the few women there in scantily clad outfits.

I missed it because I was at the inability to speak to the opposite sex seminar, which was outstanding.

This just needs to be kept current.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Diddly on July 12, 2007, 12:09 AM
2 out of 5 for me. A Shadow Republic Commando? The Shadow concept has been played out, IMO, so this one will be tossed in the "Sell" pile with the SA Clones.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on July 12, 2007, 01:10 AM
I actually like the black Commando because of their appearance in EU separate of everything...  I've sort of been expecting an all-white set of Commandoes, and an all-black set of Commandoes, as both colors show up in EU somewhere, so I'm ok with that.

My disappointment lies in the fact that the figure is still a less than poseable one, and that has disappointed me with Scorch and the 7-pack figures in general...  So it's a bummer to not see the figure itself improved at all, especially since #41 legs fit the Commando if I'm not mistaken, and don't look hideous on it.

Minor gripe, I'm ok with this...  I actually like this more than the Mando-deco Clones, because at least this figure is from something that already existed in EU.

I'm at 3 I'm happy with and 2 I'm content to just get...  I'm still happy/optomistic for more cool ones.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Dressel Rebel on July 12, 2007, 01:16 AM
I saw on EE's site that we can expect 6 of the 14 figures to have removable helmets, and I'd be surprised if we got any more mandalorians than those 6.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on July 12, 2007, 02:02 AM

I like it though. 

You're in marketing, though. Should it not concern you that at least part of your consumer base's demand for Clonetroopers has been exhausted? While it may not be so for the majority of your potential customers... I think the reactions in this thread pretty clearly indicate that some of the older hands of the hobby aren't so pleased with yet more clone repaints. Eventually, the demand will be exhausted elsewhere.

I'm not trying to jump your ****, but how many more clones can we expect from this set? 3/14 is understandable. 7/14 probably will likely deter some folks from buying (mir selbst included, yo.)

The two Mandos are exciting, however. I will continue to hold out hope for this set to amount to something more than a few repainted Republic Commandos and Phase II troopers (and, Adam, you were right about the next figure being worthwhile ... Rev is grand!)

*shrugs*

So because my business card has the word "marketing" on it, my opinions as a collector no longer stand? :)

I still like it.  I think Rav and our black armored friend here are two of my favorites from the set.   You don't have to agree, and based on how well Clones are still selling given that they ship in huge, obscene numbers in the 30th Anniversary Collection (and the Saga Collection, and that Delta Squad set), well, there's definitely interest in them still, despite what a few posts on this thread may say.   

I mean, I used to write in my Q&A column how lame a figure BoShek would make if Hasbro ever did him-- and look how that turned out.   There's still a real interest in troopers and armored Star Wars figures in general, aside from aliens and droids, that's my favorite segment.   But hey, I like those goofy Target troopers we're going to get this Fall too.  Call me a sucker.

(Plus as someone in marketing, I get to see how the set is selling-- and it seems a lot of other fans like this set, too.)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: CHEWIE on July 12, 2007, 02:34 AM
I'm not surprised at all to see some clones in this set, just not too happy about the ones that have been shown so far.  The commando to me is a joke.  Just really looks like a lame custom to me.  I guess I think the shadow concept of troops is lame.

I'd like to see a few more Mandalorians for sure though.  And hopefully using the most current sculpts for kitbashing, and new sculpts too.  Heck a McQuarrie Fett in here painted with a regular Fett paint job would probably kick ass.

 :P
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Vator on July 12, 2007, 02:47 AM
So because my business card has the word "marketing" on it, my opinions as a collector no longer stand? :)
I never claimed that they were somehow invalidated as a result of your position, so no.  :)

You don't have to agree, and based on how well Clones are still selling given that they ship in huge, obscene numbers in the 30th Anniversary Collection (and the Saga Collection, and that Delta Squad set), well, there's definitely interest in them still, despite what a few posts on this thread may say. 
 
This is a fact that I have previously acknowledged. However, why discount the so-called "few posts" of this thread? Whilst they are in fact minority opinions, they are nevertheless as valid as those of the majority. We're consumers too, afterall.

 There's still a real interest in troopers and armored Star Wars figures in general, aside from aliens and droids, that's my favorite segment.   But hey, I like those goofy Target troopers we're going to get this Fall too.
I doubt anyone would deny that there is still a sincere interest in troopers in the Star Wars line. Yet, when a specific kind of trooper is produced in far greater quantities than others (id est, the Phase II/ROTS Clones), the risk of oversaturating the market should be appearant. I'm not saying that it will happen with this set (it is, in fact, rather unlikely to happen as a result of this set), but eventually the majority of consumers of which you spoke earlier will increasingly come to tire of the product. I think that has already happened to a certain degree, as evidenced by some of the posts in this thread. It isn't healthy for the brand, essentially.

Call me a sucker.
An argumentum ad hominem is quite often indicative of a lack of substance to said argument. No need for them here, mate! I certainly wouldn't seek to belittle your collecting habits, anyhow. Everyone has their own peculiarities (I like Death Star Troopers and Senators, for example.)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on July 12, 2007, 03:05 AM
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I guess I think the shadow concept of troops is lame.

To be fair, a black Commando's been a pretty well received thing in EU lore though...  But I agree, I could do without the "Shadow Scout", the "Shadow Clone" and the like.  Even teh Shadow Stormtrooper was testing my patience despite being in actual EU materials...  The "slap some black paint on it" concept works for a time, but on things like the SDCC scout, it's really just overpriced gimmicking (It isn't accurate to a Storm Commando, so for me that's as bad a figure attempt as Gree was, or the 41st Elite Trooper, neither of which was an accurate sculpt).

The Commando's presence in a novel (I believe that are its origins) though sort of eases that sour taste of the "black paint gimmick" as it were.  I'm not in the camp though that is soured on the set with a few clone repaints mixed into it...

However, part of my easy-going-attitude on this set right now is A) the price, B) hope, and C) a general acceptance of some "made up" repainting on Clones, astromechs, and things of that ilk.  I'm the kind of guy that doesn't mind getting a couple extra purple Mace Clones, or orange AT-RT Drivers for his shelves...  I'm easy like that I guess.

At the same time I have my limits as well...  If the set turned out to be nothing but made up clone repaints the rest of the way through, like an orange #33 Commander repaint, etc., etc.  Then I think my patience on this set would wear out, and my business-sense would kick in where I would have to ask myself if buying the whole thing is worth it, or if I should just try to track down the Mandalorian figs separate and wash my hands of it... 

I'm in a weird spot though where stuff like this set intrigues me if nothing else, and I'm kinda cool with it, but at the same time I see how slippery a slope sets like this could become.  At the same time it could yield future greatness too.

Who, exactly, is writing the back story to this set and the characters (names, jobs, etc.) involved in it?  I'm curious about that...  Is it Hasbro?  Is Lucasfilm feeding the "story"?  I'm a little perplexed on all that jazz.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Matt_Fury on July 12, 2007, 03:36 AM
I could care less about the back story, I'm just hoping for some cool Mandos to make a decent squad out of behind Boba when I finally have a place to display my collection.

As far as the whole "the shadow trooper has been done to death" argument, I agree, but I think the dark painted clone commando maskes the most sense of the bunch.  I like the concept of the figure, but I too wish they had retooled the legs.  I think not super-articulating the clone commadoes has been the worst idea since the "no-neck" Maguilicutty rebel fleet trooper.

Adam, how finished are these sets?  Is there any chance for some last minute retooling?
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on July 12, 2007, 03:49 AM
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I think not super-articulating the clone commadoes has been the worst idea since the "no-neck" Maguilicutty rebel fleet trooper.

BTLS fan?   ???
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: I Am Sith on July 12, 2007, 08:19 AM

And Ruiner, since you told me to keep count we are at:

2 new tools
3 repaints

So far, you're closer to being right...

We're wagering a set right?



Ha!  I seem to recall saying that I have nothing to wager at that time...  I really need to make sure that post doesn't get deleted...
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth_Anton on July 12, 2007, 09:19 AM
I guess I'm a sucker because I like the troops painted in black.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: evenflow on July 12, 2007, 10:03 AM
I think this is an actual EU character so i am down with it.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: speedermike on July 12, 2007, 11:27 AM
For some reason, this figure looks more Star warsy in black.  I've never been crazy about the comados, as I see the whole game a Halo copy.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: JediJman on July 12, 2007, 12:00 PM
Based on the first 5 figs shown and the fact that there are still 9 more to go, I'm very happy with this set and will definitely get a couple of them.  :D
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on July 12, 2007, 12:08 PM
It's hard to say no when each figure breaks down to $4.68 before shipping.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: jedipurge on July 12, 2007, 12:32 PM
Could some of these Mando's be coming from the Clone Wars cartoon coming out?  We've seen very little, and it being more then a 5 minute cartoon there's probably a lot of ground to cover for the cartoon to delve into.  Somebody after all has to keep training the newbies on Kamino.  Alpha on the poster has the "eye" markings on his helmet much like the #41 clones that are coming with the set.  I plan on buying the set regardless, just hoping Hasbro/EE aren't pulling these characters out of there  :-X
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Rob on July 12, 2007, 01:37 PM
You don't have to agree, and based on how well Clones are still selling given that they ship in huge, obscene numbers in the 30th Anniversary Collection (and the Saga Collection, and that Delta Squad set), well, there's definitely interest in them still, despite what a few posts on this thread may say.   

There's a pretty big gap between Galactic Marines and Airborne Troopers and dyed black or logo-stamped repaints of things that were never in movies.

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Slothus on July 12, 2007, 01:44 PM
......At the same time, theres also been 2-5 GMarines and Airborne troops on the pegs at 4 WM's in my area for a week now; certainly would rarely see a situation like this when clones were in the heyday of their popularity 2-3 years ago.

Additionally tons of DST's and palace guards abound as well- truly troop building looks overrated lately certainly in my area of SOCAL. 
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on July 12, 2007, 02:07 PM
At the same time I have my limits as well...  If the set turned out to be nothing but made up clone repaints the rest of the way through, like an orange #33 Commander repaint, etc., etc.

Well, it's not going to be all any one kind of figure from here on out-- so it's not going to be all Clones, and it's not going to be any Clone Commanders.

Who, exactly, is writing the back story to this set and the characters (names, jobs, etc.) involved in it?  I'm curious about that...  Is it Hasbro?  Is Lucasfilm feeding the "story"?  I'm a little perplexed on all that jazz.

To tell you the truth, I'm not exactly sure.  Lucasfilm always has final say on the names and packaging copy, and they aren't shy about making sure things align with their vision of the characters or events.  They even renamed a few astromechs here and there.   While I don't know specifically who wrote the bio information, I can tell you it wasn't me. :)

I think not super-articulating the clone commadoes has been the worst idea since the "no-neck" Maguilicutty rebel fleet trooper.

Adam, how finished are these sets?  Is there any chance for some last minute retooling?

It's my understanding to meet the ship date, they're pretty much finished-- but the images you're seeing (and that I've seen) aren't final product, which means minor things like necks, holsters, paint, eyebrows, all that stuff could end up looking slightly different on the final product.   Given the costs needed to make a new tool for new legs, that's something that isn't really doable at this stage.  (I'd prefer to have knees too, but such is life.)

Could some of these Mando's be coming from the Clone Wars cartoon coming out?  We've seen very little, and it being more then a 5 minute cartoon there's probably a lot of ground to cover for the cartoon to delve into.  Somebody after all has to keep training the newbies on Kamino.  Alpha on the poster has the "eye" markings on his helmet much like the #41 clones that are coming with the set.  I plan on buying the set regardless, just hoping Hasbro/EE aren't pulling these characters out of there  :-X

If any of these figures appear on the TV show, well, I'm not privy to that-- I've seen and know as much about the show as anybody else.

You'll recognize a few of the figures from existing projects you may have seen.  If you read the novels, you might recognize Omega Squad (well, from the text, I guess.)    If you read the Star Wars Insider, you may recognize Rav Bralor's armor as looking a lot like [http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/The_Mandalorians:_People_and_Culture]a picture from one of their Mandalorian articles[/url], and there are going to be a couple of things in the set like that.  And a couple, like Llats Ward and the white Clones, that are more or less new.

There's a pretty big gap between Galactic Marines and Airborne Troopers and dyed black or logo-stamped repaints of things that were never in movies.

*shrugs* There's also a pretty big gap between Galactic Marines and the Kashyyyk Trooper and what appeared in the movies, too.  I still wish I could've got a few more of the bugger, though.

Also, black repaints are kinda popular with collectors-- at least in Japanese toys-- and these ones have the benefit from having appeared in a few EU sources so far.   But if you're not a fan of the EU, I don't blame you for not thinking much of a black repaint.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Slothus on July 12, 2007, 03:13 PM
My son today put in a request for a set, to which I put in a request for his money ;). So now I'm ordering 2 of these; thanks Adam :P

DS

EDIT: to clarify...I'll be getting 2 boxes per 'set' shipped to me Adam? UGH- shipping..I suppose I could do a store pick up for them.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on July 12, 2007, 03:53 PM
Speaking of money, maybe Adam could petition EE to offer a 'friends of AP' discount?

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on July 12, 2007, 03:55 PM
Speaking of money, maybe Adam could petition EE to offer a 'friends of AP' discount?

Then have it revoked after we place our orders  ;D
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on July 12, 2007, 04:17 PM
Speaking of money, maybe Adam could petition EE to offer a 'friends of AP' discount?

I did-- it's $66.99 per set.  :P

(Hey, it's our cheapest exclusive on a per-figure cost yet.  We made it cheaper so we could offer a bit of a discount to everybody, but I should note we do have a $10 off coupon code on some of our catalogs if you have one of those around your home.  I think it's off an $85+ order, so if you're ordering two sets anyway it's almost like free shipping.)

to clarify...I'll be getting 2 boxes per 'set' shipped to me Adam? UGH- shipping..I suppose I could do a store pick up for them.

Our shipping costs are based on prices, not weight/volume/number of boxes.  If you order $140 worth of comics, $140 worth of statues, or $140 worth of toys, your shipping charges will always be the same.  In your case, if you do Super Saver Shipping for $134 worth of exclusive figures, you're looking at $15.95.   (And if you do a will call pickup, it's $0.)

If you order two "sets", you'll get 4 boxes with 7 figures per box.   I believe Omega, Rav, and Llats are in one box (with 4 other figures) while the two white Clones (and 5 more figures you haven't seen yet) are in the other.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Artoo on July 12, 2007, 04:28 PM
2 out of 5 for me. A Shadow Republic Commando? The Shadow concept has been played out, IMO, so this one will be tossed in the "Sell" pile with the SA Clones.
No, not a Shadow Commando. Some commandos had black armor, there's a whole book series about that squad.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on July 12, 2007, 04:46 PM

I did-- it's $66.99 per set.  :P


It is a fair price...depending on who's in the set.   8)

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but I should note we do have a $10 off coupon code on some of our catalogs if you have one of those around your home. 

Does EE even mail these out anymore?  I haven't received a catalog in quite a while.  Do they only arrive with orders?
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on July 12, 2007, 05:25 PM
Does EE even mail these out anymore?  I haven't received a catalog in quite a while.  Do they only arrive with orders?

We certainly do.   We send out about 4 a year-- our last one was delivered to our client list on or about June 6.   If you haven't ordered from us in a while, it's entirely possible you may not be on our list.  If you have ordered from us in like the last year or two and didn't get one (and want them), do let us know-- that's the sort of thing we really want to hear about so we can fix it assuming, of course, you want it to be fixed.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Slothus on July 12, 2007, 09:10 PM
to clarify...I'll be getting 2 boxes per 'set' shipped to me Adam? UGH- shipping..I suppose I could do a store pick up for them.

Our shipping costs are based on prices, not weight/volume/number of boxes.  If you order $140 worth of comics, $140 worth of statues, or $140 worth of toys, your shipping charges will always be the same.  In your case, if you do Super Saver Shipping for $134 worth of exclusive figures, you're looking at $15.95.   (And if you do a will call pickup, it's $0.)

If you order two "sets", you'll get 4 boxes with 7 figures per box.   I believe Omega, Rav, and Llats are in one box (with 4 other figures) while the two white Clones (and 5 more figures you haven't seen yet) are in the other.

Thanks Adam,
Sounds like if I go to your wherehouse and get them AND bring the coupon from my quarterly catalogue I get minus $10 in shipping!!!! ;) :)

DS
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth_Anton on July 13, 2007, 09:11 AM
I broke down and ordered mine. It looks like it's going to be a cool set over all.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Slothus on July 13, 2007, 07:06 PM
to clarify...I'll be getting 2 boxes per 'set' shipped to me Adam? UGH- shipping..I suppose I could do a store pick up for them.

Thanks Adam,
Sounds like if I go to your wherehouse and get them  AND bring the coupon  from my quarterly catalogue I get minus $10 in shipping!!!! ;) :)

DS

That's a big NOT!! I just got off the phone with EE customer service. I was told by them that $10 SPRING CATALOGUE IS NOT ALLOWED for this 'mystery pack'. The spring catalogue coupon HAS EXPIRED so that now only the free SPAWN action figure applies with over 80$ spent and free STIKFAS mouse pad as part of the summer catalogue deal. <great I sooo needed a spawn toy and stikfas mousepad ::)>. Of course I asked for Adam to confirm since I got different info from him here..but alas, he was gone for the day.

Not only that but I also turned up a important note that EE claimed these to ship Oct/Nov. Since EE claims there WHSE is moving to Texas by then. That'd be one helluva drive to Texas from SOCAL for a willcall pickup :P!

(but I should note we do have a $10 off coupon code on some of our catalogs if you have one of those around your home.  I think it's off an $85+ order, so if you're ordering two sets anyway it's almost like free shipping.)

10$ off coupon = EE cs says NOPE

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(And if you do a will call pickup, it's $0.)

EE says their WHSE is moving this summer, so no, that's no longer a feasible option either ::)


I guess I get a free figure for the dog to eat and a mousepad :P

TheDS
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Smartypants1635 on July 13, 2007, 07:57 PM
I'll take the spawn figure. Great fodder. :P
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: commandernarra on July 14, 2007, 01:31 AM
I personally want to thank Adam for bringing these packs to fruition :)
They add so much to expanding the 'world' of star wars.
More clones, more astromechs, more mandalorians...
to me its all bonus
I just would like to see more OT concepts coming in the future :) :-
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on July 14, 2007, 01:36 AM
I'd concur with that...  Some OT focus for the next set from EE might be a freshing change of pace...  I know the astro's from the OT seem to be the more popular astro's in general.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on July 15, 2007, 10:27 PM
EE says their WHSE is moving this summer, so no, that's no longer a feasible option either ::)

Warehouse is moving.  Offices are not.   Obviously, I buy stuff from EE, so will call will most likely still be viable in some form or another-- stay tuned.  We haven't stopped taking will call orders and we obviously plan to keep our clients happy, so if you've any concerns about a will call order, please call us and let us know, or PM me and I'll figure it out.

I personally want to thank Adam for bringing these packs to fruition :)

I wish I could say you're welcome, but my input with these sets was somewhat limited-- I can't take credit for all of it.  Maybe a tiny bit of it.  But most of what you've seen so far, no.  I'm glad you like it, and I'll be sure to pass the appropriate compliments to the appropriate parties.    Or if you're at comic-con, be sure to give 'em a pat on the back if you dig it.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Reid on July 16, 2007, 10:43 PM
New figure revealed. Dred Priest:

(http://images.entertainmentearth.com/spotlight/red_guy_reveal.jpg)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on July 16, 2007, 10:49 PM
New figure revealed. Dred Priest:

(http://images.entertainmentearth.com/spotlight/red_guy_reveal.jpg)

Dred Priest? Does he come with "minor-sodomizing" action feature?
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jeff on July 16, 2007, 11:11 PM
New figure revealed. Dred Priest:

It wouldn't surprise me in the least if underneath that helmet he bore resemblance to a certain Hasbro marketing guru...  Derryl DePriest.   :P
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Diddly on July 16, 2007, 11:17 PM
Huh. I like it. I'll give the Clone rifle to some other Clone. Also, the Shadow Commando is growing on me. Looks like I'm going to break down and order this set.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: speedermike on July 16, 2007, 11:47 PM
I hope that those helmets fit the figures better when they ship...you can see the chins peeking out.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on July 17, 2007, 12:56 AM
The name's funny and I guess Jayson beat me to the joke I had all worked up for this thread...  Good to know I wasn't the only one with priest jokes lined up.  But the figure's pretty nifty looking, even if it's basically a repaint of the first figure with maybe a different head.

Cool looking repaint though, so I dig it and I am digging the concept of the pack...

Clone Troopers + Drill Sergeants/Military Instructors

I think that's a pretty "neat" idea and so far the execution has been pretty decent...  Hasbro's still walking that edge of going overboard with ideas, but not crossed it (to me) yet.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Greedo The Green Menace on July 17, 2007, 12:59 AM
The more figures revealed the more I'm sold on this set. I've always wanted to build a small army of Mandalorian warriors and at long last my dream can be realized. This latest addition puts us up to 7 unique looking Mandalorian designs:

Boba Fett
Jango Fett
Concept Boba
Animated Debut Boba
Dred Priest
Llats Ward
Rav Bralor

Looking to be a pretty sweet set.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Dressel Rebel on July 17, 2007, 07:36 AM
The figure looks fine except the helmet looks to be a couple sizes too small for the head.  I think it's just a repainted Jango Fett helmet like the one that came in the EII tin (which didn't look too hot on his head either).

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: evenflow on July 17, 2007, 08:23 AM
I like the set but i hope the remaining figures will really wow us.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Brian on July 17, 2007, 08:45 AM
I kind of like this new figure as well.  I guess I'm one of those suckers for Mandalorians too, and kind of like the concept of "Jango and his trainers" in a way.  I'm sort of hoping that we get that SA Jango in this set too, although that would royally suck for those who aren't interested in the set otherwise.  Its very EU-ish, and the clones aren't necessarily that exciting, but I do kind of like the different Mandos.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: DarkKnight2k4 on July 17, 2007, 08:47 AM
I like the new one too. I don't mind a few more like these. Set up for a Mandelorian war of sorts...

Better than more white clones...
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth_Anton on July 17, 2007, 09:25 AM
I ordered my set already, so the rest could be the Mandalorial Ballerina troupe and I'd be stick with them...
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on July 17, 2007, 09:42 AM
Getting better.  Though I think the odds of seeing a new Jango in this set are pretty low.

I think it's fair to assume that this set will consist of nothing but EU fodder.


Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Slothus on July 17, 2007, 10:47 AM
It looks like the Derryl Dred's left forearm looks transformerish?

DS
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: roron corobb on July 17, 2007, 01:04 PM
I think the oddest point of this whole set is the fact that EE states "14 never-before-made action figures" and I see 3 repaints. What is the deal with that? That "never-before-made" says to me that they are all new with no repack/repaint and they have made that figure before.

With what I have seen I think we are only going to see 3 more new figures as EE states "6 removable helmets" and they have shown 3 figures with removable helmets and they are the only new figures. I would stake money on the 6 new to 8 repack/repaint from what has been shown so far. Not many new things in this set so far with accessories even. Looks like only 5 new accessories with what as been seen. I can only hope they are holding the best for last.

Anyone know the average shipping charge to CA? Thanks

roron corobb
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on July 17, 2007, 01:23 PM
I was actually hoping NOT to get a new SA Jango in this set...  Partially for the people who don't like the set in general but would like a Jango figure, but also because I'd rather have something like what we've already seen in the Jango slot than a new Jango.

That's not to say I don't want a new SA ultimate Jango though.  I think he's one of my most desired resculpts from E2 without a doubt, but I think Jango's like Boba...  He'd do fine at retail on a basic card, and so he should be a basic figure.  Especially because so many aren't into this set though as well, and he's a movie figure.  It'd suck to have to buy the set for one figure, so I don't wish that on anyone.  That's bad enough with pack-in figures and ships.  ::)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on July 17, 2007, 01:47 PM
The name's funny and I guess Jayson beat me to the joke I had all worked up for this thread...  Good to know I wasn't the only one with priest jokes lined up.  But the figure's pretty nifty looking, even if it's basically a repaint of the first figure with maybe a different head.

Some other tooling/accessory changes as well, but well, it's not like I've seen the final final production figures yet-- so there should be some nifty differences between the two.

I think the oddest point of this whole set is the fact that EE states "14 never-before-made action figures" and I see 3 repaints. What is the deal with that? That "never-before-made" says to me that they are all new with no repack/repaint and they have made that figure before.

There's a whole big issue of "what constitutes new?" I bring up every now and again in my column, because it seems to vary depending on who you ask.  I'm going by the definition of new character = new figure, even if existing tooling is used.   If (***IF***) this set had a Jango Fett in it, to be a never-before-made figure, he'd need to use new tooling.  If (again, ***IF***) Jango was in this set and just a repack, that's not necessarily a new figure.   ***IF*** the set has an astromech droid in it, and it has a different name than a previous droid, and is in new colors, then I would count that as a new figure.   (If it had Anakin in it, and it switched heads with another Anakin, no, I don't think we'd call that new.   I would personally consider it new in my collection [like the 2005 Battle Pack head swaps] but I wouldn't market it as such.)

It's not quite like discussing what the definition of "is" is, but for the sake of what *I* consider new, these figures qualify.  New names, new squads, new armor, sure.  New hat, not so much.

Anyone know the average shipping charge to CA? Thanks

Yes!   Canada or California?  Either way, you can find a full list of rates here (http://www.entertainmentearth.com/help/faq.asp?category=Shipping).  It's based on the price of the order, not weight, so you can pretty much figure it out exactly.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Slothus on July 17, 2007, 01:50 PM
Something tells me he's(Jango) really not in here, Jesse, anyway since these are 'never before made' figs. Sure, I guess you can repaint something and then say it's totally new and never before made. It happens in all of industry. I agree with Jesse though-not wanting to see Jango in here either and I don't believe we will.

Something to wonder though...I'm seeing a recurring trend toward clone training re-emphasized in here over and over. The Mando's all appear to be some form of clone trainer. I wonder if it's possibly to connect with Hasbro's #55 figure coming out later in the year-to force a surge in buying(not that folks wouldn't anyway considering it's a good looking fig). Perhaps Hasbro could come out with a Kamino cloning facility playset as well to connect the dots....hmmm? Just specualation , folks.

DS
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on July 17, 2007, 01:57 PM
In the Wookieepedia description (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Dred_Priest) of Dred Priest it says:

Dred spent his previous life challenging himself and his men to create elite soldiers through brutal training competitions. He was chosen by Jango Fett to train clone troopers on Kamino, which he did by secretly forming Battle Circles.

Previous life?

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Slothus on July 17, 2007, 02:00 PM
uh, yeah. When he was a free man before becoming enslaved by Jango and the Separatists. :P

DS
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Gamboa on July 17, 2007, 02:22 PM
I wouldn't mind seeing Jango in this set if he was sculpted without his armor (ala Clone #55) just to see something different. Maybe give him a staff to train close combat.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on July 17, 2007, 02:24 PM
I'm assuming his career prior to Kamino?  Or he's all into reincarnation maybe.

About the armor-less Jango you mentioned Gamboa, he's coming with the AOTC wave, unless you meant a Jango in the black body glove under-armor Clones wear?
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Artoo on July 17, 2007, 02:25 PM
I'm definately thinking about going to Ebay for extras to do customs.  
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jeff on July 17, 2007, 03:35 PM
Dred spent his previous life challenging himself and his men to create elite soldiers through brutal training competitions. He was chosen by Jango Fett to train clone troopers on Kamino, which he did by secretly forming Battle Circles.

Once again, I believe it's all a a coy reference to Derryl DePriest...

Dred (Derryl) spent his previous life (aka his job before he joined the Star Wars team) challenging himself and his men to create elite soldiers (aka he was the Marketing Director of GI Joe).   :P

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on July 17, 2007, 03:40 PM
Ahhh. I see now.   ;)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Brian on July 17, 2007, 04:21 PM
Quote
I think he's one of my most desired resculpts from E2 without a doubt, but I think Jango's like Boba...  He'd do fine at retail on a basic card, and so he should be a basic figure.

You are right Jesse, Jango would do very well at retail I think.  That's one of the resculpts I'd want the most from the prequels (alongside Qui-Gon), and I hope we do see one in the near future.  With all of these different Mandalorians we're starting to see now, including the plethora of Fetts this year, I think a new Jango should be pretty easy to put together for Hasbro.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: roron corobb on July 17, 2007, 10:08 PM
I think the oddest point of this whole set is the fact that EE states "14 never-before-made action figures" and I see 3 repaints. What is the deal with that? That "never-before-made" says to me that they are all new with no repack/repaint and they have made that figure before.

There's a whole big issue of "what constitutes new?" I bring up every now and again in my column, because it seems to vary depending on who you ask.  I'm going by the definition of new character = new figure, even if existing tooling is used.   If (***IF***) this set had a Jango Fett in it, to be a never-before-made figure, he'd need to use new tooling.  If (again, ***IF***) Jango was in this set and just a repack, that's not necessarily a new figure.   ***IF*** the set has an astromech droid in it, and it has a different name than a previous droid, and is in new colors, then I would count that as a new figure.   (If it had Anakin in it, and it switched heads with another Anakin, no, I don't think we'd call that new.   I would personally consider it new in my collection [like the 2005 Battle Pack head swaps] but I wouldn't market it as such.)

It's not quite like discussing what the definition of "is" is, but for the sake of what *I* consider new, these figures qualify.  New names, new squads, new armor, sure.  New hat, not so much.

I understand your point on the new figures, but I don't look at it that way. If I can make a figure with the parts/accessories or figure already out with a minor paint mod, it doesn't constitutes new for me. Which reflects in my collecting big time these days. I'm not saying I won't get a set. It's just some of the figures that I will have to trade or sell because I'm not into them because I have a Commando and many Clones. If they had something new to them other than paint I would feel different. I'll have to wait for the final product, but I don't really see much changing if anything.

New names, new squads, new armor, sure.
Only if they are new sculpts for me. They can name a Clone or any other figure they wish to repack/repaint all they want, but unless there is something new just doesn't cut it for the "new" figure in my book. Would have been cool to see some new accessories offered with the repack/repaints at least.

Anyone know the average shipping charge to CA? Thanks

Yes!   Canada or California?  Either way, you can find a full list of rates here (http://www.entertainmentearth.com/help/faq.asp?category=Shipping).  It's based on the price of the order, not weight, so you can pretty much figure it out exactly.

Thank you for the shipping informations. As they are not that badly priced at $5.50 average per figure for me in California, but not sure if sale tax applies or not. If it doesn't still not that bad as the figures in the basic line run around 7+ in my neck of the woods. I'll be getting one set for that at least.

roron corobb
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Morgbug on July 18, 2007, 12:36 AM
What?!?!?!?!?!

A new figure and it doesn't have boobies.  Sheesh ::)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on July 18, 2007, 01:06 AM
He could have man boobies...   :-\
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: I Am Sith on July 18, 2007, 08:44 AM
He could have man boobies...   :-\

But then his name would be Phil Mickelson and his weapon would be a 5 Iron...
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth_Anton on July 18, 2007, 09:12 AM
He could have man boobies...   :-\

But then his name would be Phil Mickelson and his weapon would be a 5 Iron...

...and he'd have to wear a bro...
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: BrentS on July 18, 2007, 10:00 AM
He could have man boobies...   :-\

But then his name would be Phil Mickelson and his weapon would be a 5 Iron...

...and he'd have to wear a bro...

... or a manzier ...
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Slothus on July 18, 2007, 12:31 PM
ManCans rule
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: I Am Sith on July 18, 2007, 04:37 PM
I don't know if anyone else got their Insider #95 or not, but on page 6 there's a new ad for this set (haven't seen this one before).  I'm going to assume that like the other ads, the shadows of the figures are not the actual figures we will be getting.  But if they are, it looks like there's an EP3 clone re-paint on the horizon but we will be getting a Jango!  I can't tell from the shot if it's SA or not...
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: JangoTat on July 18, 2007, 04:49 PM
does anyone know how much the set would cost in Canadian dollars? with shipping and all that fun stuff?
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on July 18, 2007, 04:53 PM
I don't know if anyone else got their Insider #95 or not, but on page 6 there's a new ad for this set (haven't seen this one before).  I'm going to assume that like the other ads, the shadows of the figures are not the actual figures we will be getting.  But if they are, it looks like there's an EP3 clone re-paint on the horizon but we will be getting a Jango!  I can't tell from the shot if it's SA or not...

You would be correct-- these were just random figures I had on my desk and are in no way what you'll get in the set.   (Yes, I have my desk covered in Clones and droids and stuff.)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: I Am Sith on July 18, 2007, 05:01 PM
You would be correct-- these were just random figures I had on my desk and are in no way what you'll get in the set.   (Yes, I have my desk covered in Clones and droids and stuff.)

Dammit Adam!  Quit 'toying' with us!!!  Ok, just kidding.  Here's the ad for anyone who really cares:

(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e391/iamsith22/EE142.jpg)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on July 19, 2007, 01:11 PM
Another fun thing, there are two versions of this ad.  That's the Star Wars Insider one.  The one on the back of ToyFare #121 says (no joke) "The Mandalorians R In Ur Base... Trainin' Ur Doodz."
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Deanpaul on July 19, 2007, 03:18 PM
Another fun thing, there are two versions of this ad.  That's the Star Wars Insider one.  The one on the back of ToyFare #121 says (no joke) "The Mandalorians R In Ur Base... Trainin' Ur Doodz."

Fun!
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: JACKOFTRADZE on July 19, 2007, 03:32 PM
Very cool set and ads

I have to ask, (without taking offense and hopefully some will give this a moment of thought before reacting), Why do Priests nowadays always get an evil spin? Not all are evil child molesters. What I mean is it seems like the name of a semi-evil militaristic Mandolore warrior being named Priest has some behind the radar political jab. You see more and more of this in the media, print and products. I am not even a religious but I know I really do not like the name of the figure. Honestly, it really bothered me when I read it. If the guy was named Dred Rabbi or Dred Mosque would that cause an controversial uproar or upset anyone?

Some may say I am reading into it too much and that I should relax but I feel like I am reading between the lines of something that had an intent of another nature. I had to get that off my chest. I am still going to buy the sets but I would hope they make up better names in the future.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: ruiner on July 19, 2007, 04:37 PM
A lot of members here think he's named after one of the marketing guys from the Hasbro SW team - Derryl Priest.

Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: JACKOFTRADZE on July 19, 2007, 05:01 PM
If thats the case that would make me happy. As I said when I heard it something inside just bothered me. I appreciate the clarification. I did not know there was a guy named that on the Hasbro team. I am around too much Politics and I see it everywhere.
I guess I did read into it too much. ::)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Morgbug on July 19, 2007, 09:38 PM
New figure revealed. Dred Priest:

It wouldn't surprise me in the least if underneath that helmet he bore resemblance to a certain Hasbro marketing guru...  Derryl DePriest.   :P


A few pages back, so Jeff's quote FYI.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on July 20, 2007, 01:53 AM
Yeah JackOT, Jeff speculated on the Darryl DePriest name-fun there, and it makes sense, plus Jeff also speculated on the character's "EU background" that was written up for him, and how it did actually tie pretty nicely (and subtle too), to DePriest's background with the GI Joe brand at Hasbro...

Jeff really thought outside the box on it, and it's one of those things I don't think I'd have figured out in a million years on my own, but it made sense when pointed out.

The priest jokes that followed were just the usual Tonight Show Monologue schtick. ;)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Tango Nash on July 22, 2007, 01:20 PM
I can't wait, saving up some credits now so I can jump in, more Mando's the better!
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Slothus on July 22, 2007, 04:01 PM
-My Imperial dectarians will do just fine-
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: commandernarra on July 24, 2007, 02:47 AM
it was mentioned by curto in a recent force-cast that there would be a droid included in the pack.
anyone think we may get a mandalorian battle legionnaire pictured in the mando swinsider article?
Boba Fett owned one of these (BL-17) in an episode of droids, but a slight remold of any 3po could fit?
There is an entry in the new essential guide to droids, tying them to the clone wars. Anyhow just a thought :)http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Battle_Legionnaire_%28BL-Series%29_Droid
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: evenflow on July 24, 2007, 08:26 AM
I wouldnt mind if they included one of those.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Paul on July 24, 2007, 09:31 AM
There's a whole big issue of "what constitutes new?" I bring up every now and again in my column, because it seems to vary depending on who you ask.  I'm going by the definition of new character = new figure, even if existing tooling is used. 

I tend to agree with this....if a a customizer can take pre-existing parts, cobble them together and slap a new paint job on it and give it a new "identity" then it is a new figure, so why not give Hasbro the same leeway.

I am all for repainting (non clones) and frankensteining some figures.  It saves those of us who lack the customization gene from having to do it.

I've lost count to this point, but I think it is now a 10 pack (to me)....with 3 clones for JJ and 1 "Mandy Lorian" for my daughter.  I'll recalculate after SDCC.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on July 24, 2007, 01:26 PM
it was mentioned by curto in a recent force-cast that there would be a droid included in the pack.
anyone think we may get a mandalorian battle legionnaire pictured in the mando swinsider article?

*shrugs* A droid?

I kinda doubt it, actually...

*EDIT* -- *Cough* added for emphasis and decreased subtlety.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Famine on July 24, 2007, 01:27 PM
I hope not.

Kevin
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jesse James on July 24, 2007, 02:16 PM
I hope not too...  I like droids, don't get me wrong, but I'm liking the direction this set is taking as-is, and really wouldn't want a redecoed protocol droid in it that hands out wavers to new recruits or whatever.  Droids are cool, but I'd like none right now in this set.
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth Slothus on July 24, 2007, 05:17 PM
Mostly I'd like Curto to be wrong is all ::)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on July 24, 2007, 05:29 PM
I'd like him someday...
(http://images4.wikia.com/starwars/images/thumb/a/ad/C3-PX.jpg/341px-C3-PX.jpg)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: iFett on July 24, 2007, 05:54 PM
NEAT!!  Who's that Jay?  Looks like a really pissed 3PO  :)
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Jayson on July 24, 2007, 05:54 PM
http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/C-3PX
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: Darth_Anton on July 25, 2007, 09:28 AM
C3PX is the one droid that always comes to mind first, after IG-88 (when talking about weapon wielding Droids.) But given his OT status, I knew he (it) wouldn't be part of this set. :(
Title: Re: EE Mandalorian 14 Pack
Post by: JediMAC on July 26, 2007, 12:26 AM
Yeah JackOT, Jeff speculated on the Darryl DePriest name-fun there, and it makes sense, plus Jeff also speculated on the character's "EU background" that was written up for him, and how it did actually tie pretty nicely (and subtle too), to DePriest's background with the GI Joe brand at Hasbro...

Slothus just chatted with Hasbro's Derryl DePriest down at Preview Night at Comic Con, and Derryl confirmed that that specific figure is indeed based on him.  So there ya' go.  Jeff wins!  :P
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: JediMAC on July 26, 2007, 03:46 PM
Well, the information that Hasbro passed along to us on this set at C4 has finally been (visually) confirmed, though I think Adam was suggesting earlier that it was accurate as well.  This is indeed two separate 7-packs, ala the prior Death Star Briefing and Republic Commando sets, and not some crazy 14-pack as some folks have suggested.  Hopefully we'll get some pix up shortly...
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Greg on July 26, 2007, 03:50 PM
I saw the pictures of this set on GalacticHunter.com, and the two sets look very cool. The ARC Troopers and Commandos are welcome additions to the clone army, and the Mandalorians should look pretty cool behind Jango Fett. The head sculpts are not the greatest, but I can leave the helmets on. Overall, 14 good figures for a great price. Now I need to place a pre-order.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Reid on July 26, 2007, 04:06 PM
(http://www.galactichunter.com/gallery/albums/cc07_hasbro_thurs/CC7_3214.jpg)

(http://www.galactichunter.com/gallery/albums/cc07_hasbro_thurs/CC7_3212.jpg)

(http://www.galactichunter.com/gallery/albums/cc07_hasbro_thurs/CC7_3208.jpg)

 :D
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: ruiner on July 26, 2007, 04:40 PM

And Ruiner, since you told me to keep count we are at:

2 new tools
3 repaints

So far, you're closer to being right...

I'll let you tally the score.

I'm glad I didn't preorder this.  There are too many duplicates. 

4 each of the black commandos
2 each of the Superman clones
2 each of the black ARC's

As many of you know, I can't stand the whole 'shadow' concept and being that almost half this set is black, I'm out.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: speedermike on July 26, 2007, 04:45 PM
Yeah, I'm on the fence too.  Much too much black in one set. I like all of the Mandos, but the others are a bit of a snooze.  I mean, four Republic Commandos in all black, and the only thing different is the backpacks? I dunno...
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Brian on July 26, 2007, 04:54 PM
Yeah, a lot of black, I agree.  I will say that I like the Mando figures though, and the ARCs are kind of neat.  Way out there on the EU scale I guess, which usually lessens my interest somewhat, but I'm glad I preordered a set.  Not too bad overall.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Rob on July 26, 2007, 05:06 PM
(http://www.galactichunter.com/gallery/albums/cc07_hasbro_thurs/CC7_3208.jpg)

What is this?  Dirt-Rocker Fett?
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: ruiner on July 26, 2007, 05:08 PM
Here's a better image for those keeping score:

(http://www.entertainmentearth.com/images//AUTOIMAGES/HS87467AAlg.jpg)

So is that two new tools out of fourteen figures?



Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Deanpaul on July 26, 2007, 05:09 PM
I was never really interested in this set, even less now that I see the details and that over half of the set is essentially repacked repaints.  I hope they aren't planning on producing very many of these.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Reid on July 26, 2007, 05:19 PM
Overall pretty cool set, just not too keen on the Mando headsculpts. Looks like rejects from Dawson's Creek.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: ruiner on July 26, 2007, 05:24 PM
Hasbro marketing team maybe?

Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: BrentS on July 26, 2007, 05:28 PM
I like them, I'm okay with the repaints.  The price on the pre-order was pretty good on the per figure basis.  I'm not upset that I pre-ordered.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: David on July 26, 2007, 05:47 PM
I really like this set, but some figures are better than others. Therefore, I will try to get my favorites loose and separate off eBay or trade with fellow JDers.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: evenflow on July 26, 2007, 05:54 PM
I am unhappy with the set overall. Nothing wowed me.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: efranks on July 26, 2007, 06:00 PM
I waited to see the full set before putting in my pre-order and will be doing that soon.  I really like the set.  I'm not a Clone or Mandalorian nut but I really dig this set.  I can see people's arguments on the black troopers but if I understand it correctly, Omega Squad is from a book/comic and that's how they are depicted?  Unlike the Utapau Shadow Clone or the Shadow Scout which were just made up, these actually have an EU story.

I've seen some grumbling about the head sculpts on the Mando figures and agree to a certain point.  I don't care where they came up with the sculpts (Hasbro employees or whatever) or the names, but they should have at least made them tough looking.  Toss in a scar here and there, a little brooding look and the right paint app and it would really take them up a notch.

As far as the RC figures go, I'd love to see a new Republic Commando sculpt some day.  It's not that bad, but I hate the legs.  I finally got the Delta Squad pack and it's a cool set and I'll be looking forward to these as well.

   E...
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Jesse James on July 26, 2007, 06:05 PM
I'm not disappointed, however I dig:

-Black COmmandoes...  Omega Squad is basically established EU so I like getting a set of them in this set of other random cool ****.  I'm ok with that but I get where people are coming from too.  If you don't know them, you wouldn't really give a **** and that is obvious among many.  Such is the EU conundrum I guess.

-Mando's...  I dig them in general.  Removable helmet drill instructors for Clone training.  I like the idea...  More Mando's, less repaints, would've obviously been nice but I guess they just wanted some army building element to it too I suppose.  I'm not disappointed really though.

-ARC's...  I just like the deco but they're clearly not from EU that I'm aware of at least, and they really should've done red ARC's first IMO, but those would sell great in the basic line so I'm ok with these guys.  They're neat, if not really on anyone's wishlist.

-Price...  Oustanding value compared to some things Hasbro does.  These and the comic packs are really nice though, so I'm ok with them.


Things I don't like...

-COuld've done without the bantha skull CLone repaints.  I mean, why?  Two more Mando repaints would've been far superior choices, even if they were non-removable helmet figures just for filler or some stuff.  A sniper trainer for instance, a demolitions expert/trainer...  Those would've made nice filler using the VOTC Fett sculpt, or am I alone on that?  It would've filled out the whole "Commando Training Team" concept better too, but tha'ts just my opinion.


That said...  Paul, I'll still take anything you don't want, just PM me on it. :)
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Diddly on July 26, 2007, 06:17 PM
I like the set overall, but I agree that there are way too many Clone Repaints. I'll wait and place my order when the set is available to ship. I may sell all of the Clones and keep the Mandalorians... shouldn't be too hard to find some buyers though.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Morgbug on July 26, 2007, 06:49 PM
Oooh, more boobied Mandalorians. :-X


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I must have missed that day at Fanboy camp....

It was right after the course on not bathing before a July Toy Show, and I think right before the course on how to stand in everyone's way at a convention while you take photos of the few women there in scantily clad outfits.

I missed it because I was at the inability to speak to the opposite sex seminar, which was outstanding.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Jesse James on July 26, 2007, 08:06 PM
I see Hasbro's really been putting the camp training to good use this year.

I fully expect a female clone with boobie armor by 2009.  She might even have boots that only cover to the mid-thigh, and a thong.  Not sure on that, but I think everyone's had enough courses now to where they can handle that kind of sexual overload on a toy.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Paul on July 26, 2007, 08:35 PM
Oooh, more boobied Mandalorians. :-X


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I must have missed that day at Fanboy camp....

It was right after the course on not bathing before a July Toy Show, and I think right before the course on how to stand in everyone's way at a convention while you take photos of the few women there in scantily clad outfits.

I missed it because I was at the inability to speak to the opposite sex seminar, which was outstanding.


Yup, Mandy Lorian and Boobie Fett yay us!!!Add that to Lady J's cleavage in the Joe line, and I say there are some frustrated young men at the Hasbro Sculpt shop....
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Jesse James on July 26, 2007, 08:45 PM
You mean there were some frustrated young men...  Everything is gravy now apparantly.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: JACKOFTRADZE on July 26, 2007, 09:10 PM
I have some other minor gripes with the sets outside of clones. When I saw the heads underneath the Mandolorians I was not to crazy about the faces because they did not look like hardened warriors to me, they looked too clean. I just read on GH that they are the Hasbro design team which explains the wimpy look to the heads. No scars, no interesting hair, just plain everyday geeks heads. I would have liked a black Mandolorian and/or a really scarred up battle worn older mando. I really do not care for the self indulgence. They could have taken some liberties with their heads. Jango looks like a really mean mando these guys look like chumps in my opinion. My helmets will stay on or I will find replacement heads.

I agree with Jess with the plain 41 clones. I would have preferred more Arc's or commandos. Still very cool sets despite using some old Jango upper torsos. I like the Omegas and the Arcs alot, I do not mind them at all. When the Mandos are geared up they look great.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: DoctorPadawan on July 26, 2007, 09:13 PM
I'm actually really happy with this set.  The only things that I would have preferred would have been for them to not use the 2002 Saga Jango bodies on a couple of them (I seriously hope Hasbro's going to fill in that under-the-gauntlet hole this time around), and, like pretty much everyone else, to have the heads be a little more gritty.  I'm fine with it being the Hasbro design team, but jeez, fellas, they're supposed to be hardened warriors, not baby-faced recruits from the Linkin Park concert.  ;)
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: ctonra on July 26, 2007, 10:15 PM
 I like the set somewhat, but i think i'll wait to get it.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Darth Bonk on July 27, 2007, 01:52 AM
I thought two of them were supposed to be chicks?  They've got boobs.  Why do their heads look like dudes???!!!

What the???!!!  Weird.  Tranny Mandalorians????    :o
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Darth Broem on July 27, 2007, 08:57 AM
Some of them are okay.  I don't care for the Scorch repaints in black.  I am a bit tired of the clonetroopers now.  Those white clonetroopers don't do much for me.  I like the other figures but don't care for the heads underneath.  I guess they are supposed to be Hasbro employees underneath?  Meh.  Not liking that idea much.  Reminds me of my own workplace.  LOL!  But they would be fine with the helmets on. 

All in all I am not that thrilled about it and will pass on it.  However, if these would have been in comic 2 packs at retail for $10 I'd go for some of them.  Oh well, kind of a cool idea though. 
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: DarkKnight2k4 on July 27, 2007, 09:26 AM
Two White Clones
Two ARC Troopers
FOUR BLACK COMMNADOES !!!

WTF !!!!

This ending up being a disappointment to me. The mandelorians alone would have been perfect... but all this extra crap... uffff..
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: CloneAlpha on July 28, 2007, 07:21 PM
This has gone from a set that I was eagerly anticipating to one that I can now easily skip. I like the Omega Squad but since it uses the lacklustre Scorch mold, it's not a must-have for me. Moreover, the Mando faces definitely are not what I would envision when I think of "mandolorian".  These guys look like they should be getting training FROM the clones, not giving instruction to them... or more appropriately, sitting around on a couch eating donuts while dressed up as mandos before heading out to the next Star Wars convention. 

As noted above, give them scars or eye patches or an evil look or ANYTHING to toughen them up.  They all look depressingly wimpy and it defeats the purpose of removable helmets if you feel like you have to leave them on all the time.  This set is just waaaay too self-indulgent on Hasbro's part.  George Lucas figures, or Anthony Daniels, or Ahmed Best, or Ralph McQuarrie = yes; Lucasfilm and Hasbro employees? = no way...



Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Matt on July 28, 2007, 10:10 PM
I thought two of them were supposed to be chicks?  They've got boobs.  Why do their heads look like dudes???!!!

What the???!!!  Weird.  Tranny Mandalorians????    :o

"Trandalorians."
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: JediJman on July 29, 2007, 07:50 AM
For the price, I'll stick pick these up at some point, but I'm with most of you - not overly impressed with the set.  Neat idea to do the heads of the design team, but they totally should have gone with more rough features.  Heck, use the same heads, but give them a scar and paint them unshaven or something.  Nice to have removeable helmets and some new Mandys, but they couldn't done this so much better.  i don't mind the shadow repaints of Omega Squad and the arcs, but again was hoping for something more than this.  I'm reeeeealy tired of the whole repaint strategy they have going on right now.  Let's take every figure and just give them different colors!  I would have been more happy with 3-4 stealth guys and a few clones in training or something.  Not a fan of the bantha skull clones either.

Again, for the price, I think the set overall is worth it, but just unhappy that they didn't do more...
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Darth_Anton on July 30, 2007, 10:15 AM
I have to admit that I really like the set. Can't wait for it to ship.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on October 11, 2007, 02:06 PM
Now featuring packaged images:

http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=HS87467AA

(No, these aren't in-house samples I got to mess with yet, unfortunately.  Can't wait to see the finals up close and personal.)
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: CHEWIE on October 11, 2007, 02:45 PM
Thanks for the update Adam.

I know some people are pumped about these, but I think they look worse each time I see them.  They're just goofy, too much like the Shadow concepts that Hasbro has done with the clones in my opinion. 

Glad I didn't order them because I have no idea what I'd find useful out of this set...
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: evenflow on October 11, 2007, 03:02 PM
I have these on order but am not too excited about them. I wish they were "real" EU characters. It would have made the set much more appealing.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on October 11, 2007, 03:11 PM
I have these on order but am not too excited about them. I wish they were "real" EU characters. It would have made the set much more appealing.

Well, as you probably know, some are and some aren't (or aren't yet).   Omega Squad is very much a real part of the Expanded Universe and has been around for a while, plus has actually been requested by some fans.   The Mandalorians are mostly new, but they'll be in some of the books eventually.  I know it's not the same thing-- it's more fun to get a character you already know than one you haven't met yet-- but from the brief time I had to futz with the samples, I dug 'em.   (Especially now that it seems they made some improvements to them.)

But yeah, buy what you like.  The entire collection is just so vast where sometimes it pays to be picky.   I still don't really have a place for my Darth Malak figure outside saying "welp, I got it..."

I figure the "skull" clones are going to be serving as squad leaders for my white Clone Troopers.  As they need some sort of organization.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Rob on October 11, 2007, 05:23 PM
I know some people are pumped about these, but I think they look worse each time I see them.  They're just goofy, too much like the Shadow concepts that Hasbro has done with the clones in my opinion.

Now there's something we can agree on.  This set could have been so cool but completely fell flat on its face IMO.  The price-point is nice for the quantity, but I'd much rather have had an 8 pack of actual EU characters for the same price, than a 14 pack with a bunch of black Scorches and a handful of Hasbro's creative team's heads thrown on some generic Mandalorian bodies.

Big time disappointment.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: ruiner on October 11, 2007, 05:29 PM
So is that a pass for you Rob?

Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Dressel Rebel on October 11, 2007, 06:08 PM
Thanks for the update Adam.

I know some people are pumped about these, but I think they look worse each time I see them.  They're just goofy, too much like the Shadow concepts that Hasbro has done with the clones in my opinion. 

Glad I didn't order them because I have no idea what I'd find useful out of this set...

The worst part is that the helmets on the mandos are too small for the heads and necks.  They look really bad.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: iFett on October 11, 2007, 06:18 PM
The worst part is that the helmets on the mandos are too small for the heads and necks.  They look really bad.

I read in one of the QnA's that this got corrected before production..
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on October 11, 2007, 06:26 PM
I read in one of the QnA's that this got corrected before production..

They did, it seems.  You can tell in the new photos we posted that they're a smidge larger.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Rob on October 11, 2007, 06:33 PM
So is that a pass for you Rob?



I've got just about every single sculpt ever made loose.  So I did not pass.  But I feel so dirty for it, that I'm strongly considering giving up this little requirement of mine...  Even worse than this set is the Battlefront set.  That thing is atrocious.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Nathan on October 11, 2007, 07:07 PM
*un-lurks*

I think somebody should update the thread title, since the contents have been known for quite some time.

*goes back to lurking*
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: evenflow on October 11, 2007, 08:00 PM
I have these on order but am not too excited about them. I wish they were "real" EU characters. It would have made the set much more appealing.

Well, as you probably know, some are and some aren't (or aren't yet).   Omega Squad is very much a real part of the Expanded Universe and has been around for a while, plus has actually been requested by some fans.   The Mandalorians are mostly new, but they'll be in some of the books eventually.  I know it's not the same thing-- it's more fun to get a character you already know than one you haven't met yet-- but from the brief time I had to futz with the samples, I dug 'em.   (Especially now that it seems they made some improvements to them.)

But yeah, buy what you like.  The entire collection is just so vast where sometimes it pays to be picky.   I still don't really have a place for my Darth Malak figure outside saying "welp, I got it..."

I figure the "skull" clones are going to be serving as squad leaders for my white Clone Troopers.  As they need some sort of organization.

I understand that the Omega Squad is in EU, but the sets were billed as Mandalorian sets. If by some chance a Jodo Kast or Jaster Mareel were included I would be psyched for the sets. Like i said, i still have them on order but was more excited when we didnt know who was included.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Nathan on October 11, 2007, 08:30 PM
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« Last Edit: Today at 06:33 PM by Jeff »

Danke.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on October 11, 2007, 08:57 PM
I understand that the Omega Squad is in EU, but the sets were billed as Mandalorian sets. If by some chance a Jodo Kast or Jaster Mareel were included I would be psyched for the sets. Like i said, i still have them on order but was more excited when we didnt know who was included.

These first appeared online and in the Entertainment Earth catalog as "Mystery Figure Sets," with the only figure revealed just happening to be a Mandalorian.   I don't believe these were ever billed by Entertainment Earth as "Mandalorian Set" but you may have seen them referred to as such on some fan sites here and there.  The Clone Troopers started being revealed a few weeks later, it just seems that the assumption spread by then.  (Plus one can cancel one's pre-order at any time.)

Here's hoping you dig 'em if/when you get 'em!
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Mister Skeezler on October 12, 2007, 11:58 AM
[non-regional gay accent]"OMG! I'm totally FIERCE!"[/non-regional gay accent]

(http://www.galactichunter.com/gallery/albums/cc07_hasbro_thurs/CC7_3208.jpg)

I would have loved to see Montross (http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Montross) in this set. As it is, I like the mandalorian bodies, but their heads are pretty weak. I guess that's semi-easily fixed. I like the ARC troopers, but I'm disappointed with the Commandos...but that has more to do with me not liking the original sculpt. The clones...meh.
Title: Re: EE "Mystery Pack" 14-Figure Set
Post by: CHEWIE on October 12, 2007, 05:02 PM
I'd much rather have had an 8 pack of actual EU characters for the same price

I'd have to agree with that, and I'd probably end up getting two sets then... one for customs, the other to leave as is.

Some sort of assembly of KOTOR characters would have really been something to make me bite more than the Mandos... heck, even if the Mandos had more unique designs, and maybe something like Montross like Lando pointed out, I might be more interested. It's a shame because this idea had a lot of potential.

Is this better than the Battlefront sets? I don't know. At least those I *think* I can get some sort of use out of, as I did pre-order them from dnstoys.  That could change though once I get them and see them in person.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: JediJman on October 15, 2007, 12:20 AM
Anyone know when these are expected to ship?
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Jesse James on October 15, 2007, 01:30 AM
I know I'm easily entertained compared to some guys with my "age" in the hobby in general, but I actually am liking the set...  My only gripe is that I agree that the likenesses NEEDED some weathering.  A scar here, an eyepatch there...  If Hasbro had gone with less realistic likenesses of their employees and maybe instead given one a metal jaw prosthetic ala Darth Malak, etc., that would've been kind of neat I think.  And would've I think given those faces some grit and "life".

Not to knock the Hasbro guys they represent and all...  Just sayin', these aren't gifts for those guys as much as they're marketed toys, so some war wear would've been neat/appreciated I think.

I totally see the POV though that you have Rob, in wanting some set EU "set" too.  I like the Omega Squadron deal though the RC sculpt's lacking somewhat IMO (*cough*articulation*cough*), but at the same time I totally agree that a Montross type character would've been cool...  Though, he was offed by Jango, so he doesn't fit with the theme either.

I'm pretty content, and I'll gladly get some of the extra army builders in the set from a friend, so I'm good on this one.  Still gotta pre-order though, yikes! :(
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Darth_Anton on October 15, 2007, 09:09 AM
Anyone know when these are expected to ship?

Novemberish.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: JediJman on October 15, 2007, 10:39 AM
Anyone know when these are expected to ship?

Novemberish.

That's not a word and you know it.   ;)
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: tonphanan on November 17, 2007, 04:39 PM
Didn't know if this was posted yet but Entertainmenat Earth took their Money for the 14 figures from my account the other day so they should be shipping soon.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: JACKOFTRADZE on November 19, 2007, 11:18 AM
[non-regional gay accent]"OMG! I'm totally FIERCE!"[/non-regional gay accent]

As it is, I like the mandalorian bodies, but their heads are pretty weak.

I was thinking the same thing.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: evenflow on November 19, 2007, 12:12 PM
My credit card got charged for them. I guess the should be shipping soon.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: JACKOFTRADZE on November 19, 2007, 12:22 PM
My credit card got charged for them. I guess the should be shipping soon.

Excellent, I am actually looking forward to these sets despite the lame heads. This was a big years for Mando fans.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Paul on November 19, 2007, 09:21 PM
I got a surpise on the doorstep when I got home from the office (and it wasn't the flaming bag of dog "stuff")...

My set arrived.  I don't know what I did to deserve the early Thanksgiving gift...but I will take it...

I have not gotten them out yet...

So get ready JJ...clones headed your way.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Jesse James on November 19, 2007, 10:43 PM
 :D
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Darth_Anton on November 20, 2007, 08:58 AM
Got conformation from EE that mine have shipped. :D
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Brian on November 20, 2007, 09:14 AM
I got shipping confirmation as well, so these should be on the way this week (or early next).  The end of the year barrage continues.... :).
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Rob on November 20, 2007, 10:12 AM
Mine are supposed to be here tomorrow...
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Pete_Fett on November 20, 2007, 07:02 PM
I got an e-mail from EE too and according to the tracking info, I'll have them on Friday.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on November 20, 2007, 07:57 PM
And now, they're out of stock -- arriving soon.  (That was fast.)   Fans love the Mandalorians!  (Can't wait to see mine!)
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Jesse James on November 20, 2007, 08:55 PM
I don't think I got a ship notice on mine but I put my order in late so I'm not surprised.  WOuldn't mind having them before X-Mas, but that's neither here nor there either.

Wonder if Hasbro will ever make a new Republic Commando Box set, and perhaps take the time to update the legs a little?  Perhaps doing one of the other sets of Commandoes?  I think I'd be into it if they articulated the knees on them...  Otherwise, like most clones, I could do without them I guess.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Phrubruh on November 21, 2007, 11:01 AM
Personally, I'm passing on these and pretty much boycotting EE for good. I've had one too many bad experiances with them regarding grouchy people at will call and their inability to get cases out before they are peg warmers at every Target in town. Now that they have moved shipping outside the LA area, I get dinged on tax AND shipping.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: ruiner on November 21, 2007, 11:11 AM
Yeah, their shipping of product this year has been less than stellar when compared to previous years.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Pete_Fett on November 21, 2007, 12:57 PM
I've noticed that too and I've even cancelled orders for stuff that I found in stores months before their own expected shipping date - I think I did that with Wave 6 as a matter of fact.

It used to be that they would get stuff at the same time as say WM or Target, now they seem to be at least a month behind.

I wonder what changed in the marketplace to cause this.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: jedi_master_sal on November 21, 2007, 01:25 PM
I've noticed that too and I've even cancelled orders for stuff that I found in stores months before their own expected shipping date - I think I did that with Wave 6 as a matter of fact.

It used to be that they would get stuff at the same time as say WM or Target, now they seem to be at least a month behind.

I wonder what changed in the marketplace to cause this.

It's Hasbro. Other than brick and mortar (b/m) retailers (read most internet retailers) are having their orders filled last. This is so the big box companies can get the procduct first and sell first. Those big box companies order much more in bulk than internet sites, so Hasbro makes a ton more money from them. If Hasbro shipped continually to net retailers, they would see the b/m orders drop. While many of we collectors have turned to the net for ease, there are still plenty of b/m consumers out there. Without them Hasbro would surely go broke.

E-tailers still get their product just a little bit later. Personally I don't mind waiting for cases of figures. I know I'm going to get them and at what case breakdown. I make my deals for the extras that I'll have, so I'm not stuck and help a fellow collector out as well. Typically I'm saving a bit on figures too, barring b/m sales. Though I almost never order through EE because they are the same or close enough to retail price, so they arren't worth ordering through. Especially given that they receive product later.

Find another e-tailer. I have no problems with mine. Sometimes I get stuff a little early, sometimes at the same time and on occassion a week or so later. Point is I always get what I order and always pay less. That little extra bit of research doing so has saved me a couple of hundred dollars this year (which of course I promptly put into other toy lines, lol...).

Regardless that the Mando seet is supposed to be exclusive to EE, I now there are sites out there that are selling them and you can probably find it cheaper that EE's price. How so? Simple those e-tailors buy in bulk from EE at a cheaper rate. They in turn pass a portion of those saving onto the customer thereby circumventing EE's price. (I know this from experience from buying from my e-tailer.)

Just so you all know, I'm not trying to be secretive about who my e-tailer is, I just don't want to say it publically and then get the site pissed at me if I say one thing and then they can't deliver (never has been a problem in the past, but I don't want to jinx it). If you want to know who I deal with just PM me, and no, I'll get nothing in return if you reference my name.

-Sal
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: DoctorPadawan on November 21, 2007, 01:48 PM
I just got my box sets in the mail and I'm pretty much having to immediately return them due to the lack of a Bantha Skull logo on one of the Clone's chests.  Not EE's fault at all, as they're helping to fix the situation, but still irritating.  :-\

This month has just been beyond frustrating for me, and the once-calming hobby of collecting has done more to add to that than it has to alleviate it.  Between my last HTS package being lost and untrackable, the immediate arrival and return of 80 bucks worth of figures, and the seemingly daily release of more new figures that simply can't be found anywhere, I'm closer to calling it quits entirely than I have been in the last several years.   :'(
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: iFett on November 21, 2007, 01:53 PM
I just got my box sets in the mail and I'm pretty much having to immediately return them due to the lack of a Bantha Skull logo on one of the Clone's chests.  Not EE's fault at all, as they're helping to fix the situation, but still irritating.  :-\

That really sucks.  I thought those logos were the only things these clones had going for them to be "associated" with the Mandos.

I'm closer to calling it quits entirely than I have been in the last several years.   :'(

I haven't even placed an order for these sets because there's been so much product to digest and there's so much more coming before years end.  I've been a completist since 01 and this is the year that broke me.  I've thought about giving up completely, but I decided to just start picking and choosing first rather than going cold turkey.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Darth Gamboa on November 21, 2007, 02:07 PM
but I decided to just start picking and choosing first rather than going cold turkey.

I hear you. Hasbro's treating Star Wars now like Mattel is treating Hot Wheels with so many repacks, repaints, variants and exclusives that being a completist is unrealistic unless you make mega-cash. I like these Mando sets, but the just don't fit in the budget this year and I could miss out on them altogether.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Paul on November 21, 2007, 03:39 PM
Otherwise, like most clones, I could do without them I guess.

Oh no you didn't...I'm mailing you these clones whether you want them or not young man...there are children in other parts of the world who don't have clones...don't make me give them to Rob..

My daughter has already taken the females and added them to her "Princess Collection" so I can't call that one "Booby Fett" anymore.. oh well..
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Jesse James on November 22, 2007, 12:58 AM
I take what I can get, don't get me wrong.   Bad time of year to be buying extras up is all...  Clones, or Imperial (Unique Individual Recruited/Conscripted) Troopers alike...  Life's just a bitch at the moment. :(
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: ruiner on November 23, 2007, 09:25 PM
Yeah, their shipping of product this year has been less than stellar when compared to previous years.

I know this is OT, but I just found out that all of my TAC preorders with EE have been pushed out to January 2008!  Waves 7-9 and Legends 4...
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Jesse James on November 24, 2007, 01:55 AM
OK despite the "Out of Stock", and the fact that I didn't put in an order till like last month, seriously, my order shipped...  So I'm guessing the pre-orders weren't THAT heavy on this, if they can go out of stock like that and I still got mine despite a super late order for them... 

I'm pumped to see these show up, plus one set's an X-Mas gift too, so that is wrapping up some shopping.  Yippee.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Darth_Anton on November 24, 2007, 09:02 AM
Got mine yesterday and cracked these guys opened. I'm a little disappointed in the female heads being made to accommodate the standard helmet size. Makes their heads look disproportionate to their bodies. Other than that, my favorite pieces of the sets are the black Commandos and the black ARCs.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on November 25, 2007, 02:36 PM
OK despite the "Out of Stock", and the fact that I didn't put in an order till like last month, seriously, my order shipped...  So I'm guessing the pre-orders weren't THAT heavy on this, if they can go out of stock like that and I still got mine despite a super late order for them... 

Actually, they were really heavy-- our first shipment was enough to fill all pre-orders as of the day we had units in stock, plus a decent chunk for new orders.  (Or so we thought, turns out they went a little faster than expected this time of year.  I was a little surprised by how fast they went after the "in stock" message appeared.)  I believe units may still be processing so if your cards were charged, they should be on the way.  (I just got mine on Friday.)

Very much digging it so far except my Rav Bralor seems to have a bad eyebrow for some reason.   (The black ARC Troopers are a lot  better than I expected.)

I know this is OT, but I just found out that all of my TAC preorders with EE have been pushed out to January 2008!  Waves 7-9 and Legends 4...

Keep in mind that these are estimates based on information from the manufacturer-- it could show up earlier, it could show up later.  The manufacturers ship things as they become available and we send out our cases first-come, first-served.      Some of the items may ship sooner as cases trickle in, like the first shipment of wave 7 and some of those later Saga Legends cases.   (So even though it says one ETA date on the sight, keep an eye on your order status, just in case, as items will continue to arrive all December long, and in January, and, if last year was any indication, more  units might show up in February too.  [Saga Collection figures still pop in from time to time, I have no doubt this TAC assortment will have some legs as well.])

If for any reason you should change your mind, don't forget you can remove an item from your pre-order at (pretty much) any time as long as it hasn't shipped, and if it has shipped, we have 90-day returns.   It's our intent to fill your order as quickly as we can, and because of the luck of the draw, sometimes this will be before you see figures elsewhere and other times it will be after (or around the same time).
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: JACKOFTRADZE on November 26, 2007, 02:51 PM
If you did not order these sets you really should, they are great! Worth getting for the cool EU Mandos. My only complaint is the very nonthreatening heads that lie underneath the helmets. I would have liked some battle scars and/or a black mandolorian to mix it up from the wimpy One Tree Hill faces we got. Heads are easy to swap so it's fixable.

I do not care for EE service either but the exclusives they carry always keep me coming back. That's the only thing they have going for them in my opinion. The Droids & Clones were sweet deals too. They will have a tough time topping this one, I can't wait to see next year's set.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: CHEWIE on November 26, 2007, 02:59 PM
Glad you like it JOT... not a set that I see myself ever getting, but nonetheless I do think the females look good.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Adam_Pawlus on November 26, 2007, 05:56 PM
I do not care for EE service either but the exclusives they carry always keep me coming back. That's the only thing they have going for them in my opinion. The Droids & Clones were sweet deals too. They will have a tough time topping this one, I can't wait to see next year's set.

Well, we do pride ourselves on the service angle.  (I work for EE if the lurkers out there didn't know.  I'm sure you usually do but it's hard to tell from the posts at times.)   If you're having problems, don't hesitate to let me/us know-- feel free to use my PM box or email me at my personal account.   This is the sort of thing we want to know.  (Although if it has to do with will call and our fulfillment, some things are done for business reasons and the future is always in motion-- we still want to hear about it.)

(And I especially dug how Hasbro snuck on one of the concept Boba markings [the one from his shoulder] on the black ARC Troopers.  Sure it's upside-down but it's a nice touch.)
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Darth_Anton on November 27, 2007, 08:53 AM
not a set that I see myself ever getting,

I don't know why, but I'm surprised by this. However, with your customizing skills, I'm sure you can do every one of the Mandolorians with SA. ;)
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: JangoTat on January 29, 2008, 09:15 PM
well i was able to find the omega squad pack for $40 at a comic shop. they didnt have the other set though so i really dont know how i will finish this set.

a saw one on ebay for $34 with $10 shipping but i dont know how to shop on ebay or where to find all these extra costs that they dont post. :-\
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Pete_Fett on January 29, 2008, 10:34 PM
Of course you'd have to order another Omega Squad set, but EE says they have more sets coming soon.

With regards to EE's service - I have found that it's really good. I mean, when I think about it, I outright abuse the heck out of them - I place orders and if I find the item in the store first, I cancel with EE. They never give me any hassle about canceling my orders as long as I request the order by canceled before they start to process it for shipping. That's reasonable, and of course if I want to return it after they've shipped it, I can do that too, or I could just return the items to the store I got them from with the valid receipt.

Sometimes, this method has really helped me when an assortment has shipped to brick-and-mortar stores in less than stellar numbers.

I have a friend locally who ordered Wave 8 from New Force comics - we found Wave 8 at TRU over a month and a half ago - New Force wouldn't let him cancel the two cases he pre-ordered even though he asked to cancel his order about a MONTH before New Force even got their first allocation. That's pretty crappy IMHO. How hard is it to change the setting in your shopping cart system from "Pre-order Sold Out" to "Only 2 Pre-Orders Left"?
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: jedi_master_sal on January 30, 2008, 12:30 PM
Of course you'd have to order another Omega Squad set, but EE says they have more sets coming soon.

With regards to EE's service - I have found that it's really good. I mean, when I think about it, I outright abuse the heck out of them - I place orders and if I find the item in the store first, I cancel with EE. They never give me any hassle about canceling my orders as long as I request the order by canceled before they start to process it for shipping. That's reasonable, and of course if I want to return it after they've shipped it, I can do that too, or I could just return the items to the store I got them from with the valid receipt.

Sometimes, this method has really helped me when an assortment has shipped to brick-and-mortar stores in less than stellar numbers.

I have a friend locally who ordered Wave 8 from New Force comics - we found Wave 8 at TRU over a month and a half ago - New Force wouldn't let him cancel the two cases he pre-ordered even though he asked to cancel his order about a MONTH before New Force even got their first allocation. That's pretty crappy IMHO. How hard is it to change the setting in your shopping cart system from "Pre-order Sold Out" to "Only 2 Pre-Orders Left"?

Some e-tailors rely on customers keeping their orders.

I order busts and cases of figures through Razors Edge. Mike is a great person to deal with. He does have a pre-order set-up that you have to put down so much (IIRC 10%). That's is non-refundable. So if you back out, you loose the 10%. That's fair to me. At the least he doesn't get totally screwed on the order and it keeps people from backing out once they've placed an order.

Many e-tailors can be stuck with a back-log of product because customers found it at brick and mortar. So I don't blame them so much if they have a percentage to put down policy. EE is an exception to the rule that they allow cancellations without penalty. It's a good thing for consumers, but that's got to bite them (EE) in the butt at some point. The good thing for them is that they are so well known that even slow to move things eventually seem to sell out. I wouldn't buy from New Force with their policy.  Now that I know that is their policy, I'm definitely not giving them any of my business.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Morgbug on January 30, 2008, 04:32 PM
In defense of Rick/Newforce, that policy is in place exactly because people used to order from him and then find it at brick/mortar stores and then cancel.  It happened far too often.  When you coupled that with him going for a time (2002?) being basically hosed by Hasbro in favor of the B/M stores, you can hardly blame the guy for having the policy.  He's in business to make money.  Ideally he does that by supplying you with what you want for a fair price in a timely manner.  When Hasbro shorts his order and ships it late it's not actually his fault.  I get the frustration, but I think it's fair that Newforce actually protects itself. 

Funny how no one bitched about Newforce for a while there when they were getting stuff faster and more reliably than B/M stores (and EE too I recall) but now that it's switched again people are all too happy to slam them again. 
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: CHEWIE on January 30, 2008, 05:05 PM
I agree.  Don't blame Newforce.  Same thing happens to www.dnstoys.com

Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: ctonra on January 30, 2008, 05:51 PM
I have to agree, being someone that used to own a comic store,  Don't blame Newforce for there policies,  He is basing his orders on what p reorders are placed and then some extra.  It is hard enough to compete with large stores to begin with, to have someone place orders for waves of figures then to back out, he gets stuck with them and hopefully be able to sell through.  but if it is a unpopular wave that everyone has what they want from them.  Guess who gets screwed. And believe me I bet his distributors aren't going to let him cancel orders without penalizing him either, if they take it back at all.  When I dealt with diamond and I order items for customer's preorders and they never showed up to pick it up, I got stuck with it. I didn't want to be a jerk to my customers but some of that stuff had very little markup for me to compete with Wally, Target the Big K and even TRU. 

I bet though if you can't find it at the stores and new force can get it you be singing a different tune.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Jesse James on January 30, 2008, 05:55 PM
Not to mention Newforce usually delivers a case to you at less than retail...  TOugh to blame them for having policies to protect themselves.  It allows people to buy from Newforce and accept the things that go with that, or "wait it out" and hope you find it at retail.

I generally don't buy by the case, however I'm starting to rethink that...  I may at some point go to Newforce and just get my "extras" as I find them.  The hunt is a crock of BS to me, I don't enjoy it in the slightest, and with gasoline it's becoming more and more a waste of my time/money.

NFC really delivers for people regardless of that policy IMO.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Pete_Fett on January 30, 2008, 09:12 PM
Ahhh - I wasn't out to bash New Force.

More accurately, my point was more to show that there's always some sort of "gotcha".

EE's prices are higher than Rick's, but you can cancel your pre-orders anytime.

Rick charges less, but you can't cancel your pre-order.

It all depends on what you're willing to put up with. My friend has decided never to order from Rick again and if he does choose to order a case, he's going to do it from EE.

So now ask yourself - was the non-cancellation policy on pre-orders really worth it to the eTailer in this instance? Maybe yes, maybe no. If my friend orders 2008 Wave 1, 2 and 3 from EE, then I would think the answer is "no".

Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: BrentS on February 1, 2008, 10:47 AM
I used NFC for all my 2007 TAC case purchases.  I saved a bunch of money in gas and got all my figures for less than retail.  I've changed my collecting habits this year and I'm not going to order full cases any more.  However, I would never have a problem giving Rick my business again. 
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: Jesse James on February 2, 2008, 05:39 AM
I think whether or not it's worth it depends...  For Rick, I don't think he's hurting for business, so I doubt it's a matter to him at all...  For EE, I think their larger volume of business and their policies means they're more in need on keeping their sales really...

I'm so cheap, the "negative" of not cancelling your order isn't really all that negative to me, but I'm just a penny pincher.  The higher price at EE is what ultimately drives me away, though their reliability is probably unmatched.
Title: Re: EE "Elite Forces of the Republic" 14-Figure Set
Post by: clonebuyer111 on May 14, 2008, 03:26 PM
i really like this set a whole lot espcially the black arcs
it was alot of fun to buy