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Title: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jeff on January 31, 2013, 01:06 PM
We've got a trusty source that says Hasbro is looking to kick off the 6" line in a big way at SDCC this summer... 

(here's where I insert the standard "always in motion, the future is" disclaimer - you guys have all seen how much the plans have changed since last August/Celebration 6)

If it happens, it's going to be a very, VERY popular 6" figure... or should I say figure set?   :-X
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Diddly on January 31, 2013, 01:13 PM
Hmm...

Single Figure? Boba Fett

Set? Luke, Vader, Palpatine ROTJ 30th Anniversary set
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Dan on January 31, 2013, 01:27 PM
This would be a good place to do an early bird set- Luke Leia Chewie and R2. Sure R2 will be in the regular fall release assortment, but since when are they against making people buy things more than once?
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Jayson on January 31, 2013, 01:47 PM
My guess, Han / Chewie or Jango / Boba
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: bocrebjedi on January 31, 2013, 02:05 PM
I was going with Willrow Hood/Ben Quadrinaros.  Get 'em both done with right off the bat.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Greg on January 31, 2013, 02:11 PM
I was going with Willrow Hood/Ben Quadrinaros.  Get 'em both done with right off the bat.

Add in Jocasta Nu, Yarna, and just to screw with 3 3/4" collectors a Tonnika sister. That would be a pretty great multipack.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Jimree on January 31, 2013, 02:45 PM
Hmm
To kick off the line, the are going to make a big splash at SDCC with a release that most people won't be able to get.

ugh

Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: shmashwitdaclub on January 31, 2013, 02:51 PM
easy money on Vader or Fett being the exclusive to kick things off
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Rune Haako on January 31, 2013, 02:57 PM
Spider-Maul
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: P-Siddy on January 31, 2013, 03:23 PM
Heck, why not an ESB Bounty Hunter collection.  But early bird would be a nice nod.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: JediJman on January 31, 2013, 03:42 PM
This would be a good place to do an early bird set- Luke Leia Chewie and R2. Sure R2 will be in the regular fall release assortment, but since when are they against making people buy things more than once?

This is where I was going as well.  I can't imagine it being more than four figures, though a bounty hunter set would be enough to bring me in.  This would also explain why they went with Pilot Luke in the first wave.  It might also match the POTF2 Classic Edition 4-pack (Luke, Han, Chewie, Vader).  I could see that group being a little more popular than the EB set.

If Fett is included, I'm not sure I could resist.  Vader might be a must-have for me as well.  It will be interesting to see if/how this is made available outside of the con.  I don't know if making a hard to get exclusive is the best way to kick off a line that people are already on the fence about.   :-\
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: evenflow on January 31, 2013, 03:48 PM
If they take the Marvel Legends approach it may be a figure that is slightly different than the regular release like they did with Thor to debut the line.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: P-Siddy on January 31, 2013, 03:51 PM
Another one it could be is Wedge... he seems to always be an exclusive (save for the TVC version) or chase figure.  And the X-Wing pilot gear will be ready being that Luke will be done.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Greg on January 31, 2013, 03:59 PM
If they take the Marvel Legends approach it may be a figure that is slightly different than the regular release like they did with Thor to debut the line.

That's exactly what I was thinking. Worst case scenario might be an exclusive accessory (Han in Carbonite?) or mini-figure (Mouse Droid or Salacious?), but most likely it will be an exclusive paint job or pre-packed figure.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: jono on January 31, 2013, 04:12 PM
My hope Jawa and R5 D4
My guess Sandtroopers 2 pack probably with floating droid.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Snively Bandar on January 31, 2013, 04:43 PM
If it happens, it's going to be a very, VERY popular 6" figure... or should I say figure set?   :-X

A VERY popular “figure” (not character), which can apparently become a “set” of figures…

Sounds like the infamous Tonnika Sister(s) to me.

I'd be pretty surprised to see such an obscure character(s) make it's way into the brand new 6" line so soon, but talk about a very clever (and cruel) way to attempt to lure in the 4” collectors, the completists, the OT purists, the background character enthusiasts, and everyone in between.  All I can say is that if that’s true, they sure as hell better eventually release them in the 4” scale at some point later on, 'cause if they don't, these two will look like freakin' giants in my 4" cantina diorama!

Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Force Guy on January 31, 2013, 05:07 PM
I'm hoping it's a 2-pack: BBQ Beru & Owen!  Yes, finally!  Woo hoo! 
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: R5Don4 on January 31, 2013, 05:36 PM
My hope Jawa and R5 D4
My guess Sandtroopers 2 pack probably with floating droid.

Let's hope.  I'd love some background characters to be sprinkled throughout, but I think they might stick with the big characters.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Brian on January 31, 2013, 08:49 PM
I could definitely see them doing a 6" exclusive at SDCC.  I think they really want to push this new line with collectors in particular, and Comic Con is a great place to do that.  As others have mentioned, when the relaunched the Marvel Legends line they had an exclusive Thor that came in a Mjolnir box and had sort of a lightning effect (and eyes), then they released a "normal" version in the first wave of that line.

If they do have a Star Wars exclusive, I just hope it is something like this where if we weren't able to attend (and I'm guessing this would fly out of stock online, regardless of who it is), are still able to get the character.  Imagine wanting to get in on the ground floor of this line and missing out on one of the big guns.  Still, I'm interested to see if they do something cool.  I know the overall opinion doesn't seem to be a lot of excitement for this line, but I'm sort of interested (although I won't stop the 3 3/4" stuff either).
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Paul on January 31, 2013, 08:52 PM
Funeral pyre Vader and Luke.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Jesse James on January 31, 2013, 08:52 PM
It's my understanding sort of that everything with this is really fluid, so while people are speculating wildly about it, I think it's good to keep it in perspective...  It seems, at best, written in wet cement but far from set in stone.

I'm curious as anyone what it could be.  I may not like the 6" line particularly, and won't be buying, but I like looking at them.

Maybe some light will be shed in a week.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Paul on January 31, 2013, 09:34 PM
Are these veiled hints?

It's my understanding sort of that everything with this is really fluid, so while people are speculating wildly about it, I think it's good to keep it in perspective...  It seems, at best, written in wet cement but far from set in stone.

I'm curious as anyone what it could be.  I may not like the 6" line particularly, and won't be buying, but I like looking at them.

Maybe some light will be shed in a week.

Han Solo with Carbonite Block
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Jesse James on January 31, 2013, 09:35 PM
Hah, took me a minute to even get what you meant.  I'm burned out I think.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Sallah on February 1, 2013, 12:53 AM
My guess is that it won't be something with a new body, as this line is just getting started... I think they may just use tooling from the first wave, which could mean either Wedge Antilles (re-using the Luke body)... or (and I lean strongly towards this) Luke in Stormtrooper disguise (the Luke head on a re-worked Sandtrooper body). Throw in a Han trooper (with a new Han head sculpt... or an existing one if he is a Wave 2 figure) and you would have a set (both using the same body).

I would actually much prefer a Luke/ Han stormtrooper set as an exclusive, just so they don't waste spots with these variants in the regular line. With only 8 releases this year, I wouldn't want SS disguise figures in the regular line.

Sallah
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: JesseVader08 on February 1, 2013, 04:30 AM
If it happens, it's going to be a very, VERY popular 6" figure... or should I say figure set?   :-X

Set?  Hmm...

Set? Luke, Vader, Palpatine ROTJ 30th Anniversary set

I like where Diddly is going with this, a ROTJ 30th Anniversary theme. 
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: jono on February 1, 2013, 05:07 AM
My hope Jawa and R5 D4
My guess Sandtroopers 2 pack probably with floating droid.

Let's hope.  I'd love some background characters to be sprinkled throughout, but I think they might stick with the big characters.
If the line is a hit we'll see Jawas, i'm sure. One of the reasons i may collect these is the prospect of Greedo being given this treatment!
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: jono on February 1, 2013, 08:23 AM
Another possibility could be X -wing Luke and damaged Artoo from the Battle of yavin.

The Luke could have glovless hands and Artoo all that carbon scoring.


EDIT. Curto is apparently hinting on FB that it's a Vader. If so, i reckon ANH designation with Torture droid. Then droidless ANH Vader follows in wave 2.

Sigh. The beauty of speculation.

Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: John C on February 1, 2013, 11:55 AM
Luke and Han Stormies would be awesome.  Hope they sell them on the internets
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: darth broem 2 on February 2, 2013, 12:48 PM
To be honest I am tired of exclusives becuase of the inevitable price hike on something that is already $5 too high to begin with.    That alone kills a bit of my ethusiasm for the line.  I can imagine a Toys R Us, Wal-Mart, Target, K-Mart exclusives already.    TRU will probably have a $30 R2-D2 Dagobah paint application variant as their exclusive.  Or Wal-Mart will have a $100 Cantina Band Set.  Target will have a $30 Luke Vavin Ceremonial figure.  I assume this SDCC will be $30 as well plus shipping if you order it online.  I am sure it will be a cool figure and all, but I just hope they don't go over board with the exclusives. 
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Jayson on February 2, 2013, 02:38 PM
If Hasbro's recent track record of SDCC exclusives hold, I don't see the exclusive being much more than a figure or figures (eventually released at retail down the road) with an exclusive accessory or two.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Jesse James on February 2, 2013, 05:23 PM
What Jayson said...  That's my guess...  possibly exclusive extra to the con.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Nicklab on February 3, 2013, 11:33 AM
Thinking back over the past few SDCC exclusives, I think it could be something cool / big.  Curto's hint was that it was Vader related and a set.  I'm thinking Vader w/ removable helmet and a meditation chamber base.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Sallah on February 3, 2013, 09:29 PM
While exclusives are usually a real pain... The more main characters we get early on, the better! If it is indeed Vader, bring him on! :)

Sallah
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: speedermike on February 6, 2013, 10:20 AM
I really think this just might be  stormtrooper.  The Sandtrooper is done, so this would just involve slight tooling, for a very iconic character.  Love the idea of Luke Stormtrooper.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Snively Bandar on February 6, 2013, 04:09 PM
Sounds like the infamous Tonnika Sister(s) to me.

I think I'm going to change my guess to Boba Fett(s) - with 2 alternate paint jobs, perhaps (vintage & animated).  :P
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: FX-7 on February 6, 2013, 04:35 PM
FX-7 & 21B 2 pack
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Scockery on February 6, 2013, 05:35 PM
General Krell.

Baron Papanoida.

Darth Maul Hologram.

Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Jimree on February 6, 2013, 07:04 PM
rebelscum is reporting a rumor that it will be Boba Fett
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Jesse James on February 6, 2013, 07:53 PM
Oh really?
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: JediJman on February 6, 2013, 11:09 PM
Per RS...

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According to our spies, a 6-inch scale Black Series Boba Fett will be part of Hasbro's 2013 San Diego Comic-Con exclusive offerings. Now, before you get upset at the thought of a main character being offered as a convention exclusive, consider that Hasbro's recent track record has been to make their exclusives available at retail post-convention. What's more, Boba Fett comes in a variety of decos so it's also plausible that the exclusive could be a paint variant such as the animated debut or McQuarrie concept Fett.


I'm in for this unless the price is ridiculous.  I'm a sucker for Fett stuff.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Qui-Gon Jim on February 7, 2013, 07:58 AM
I'm in.  In the event I do end up buying into this line, I don't want to miss anything.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Jeff on February 7, 2013, 10:28 AM
If it happens, it's going to be a very, VERY popular 6" figure... or should I say figure set?   :-X

Per RS...

Quote
a 6-inch scale Black Series Boba Fett will be part of Hasbro's 2013 San Diego Comic-Con exclusive offerings.

Well, Fett would be a very, VERY popular 6" figure, wouldn't he? :P 

But I wonder if there might be something more than just Fett... hmmm.
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Scott on February 7, 2013, 11:37 AM
Vader...Vaders in that set
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Nicklab on February 7, 2013, 11:49 AM
If it happens, it's going to be a very, VERY popular 6" figure... or should I say figure set?   :-X

Per RS...

Quote
a 6-inch scale Black Series Boba Fett will be part of Hasbro's 2013 San Diego Comic-Con exclusive offerings.

Well, Fett would be a very, VERY popular 6" figure, wouldn't he? :P 

But I wonder if there might be something more than just Fett... hmmm.

Really?  To me, that sounds like it might be Fett with Han Solo in carbonite.  But what do I know?
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Jeff on February 9, 2013, 04:49 PM
Well, Fett would be a very, VERY popular 6" figure, wouldn't he? :P 

But I wonder if there might be something more than just Fett... hmmm.

Worst case scenario might be an exclusive accessory (Han in Carbonite?)

Really?  To me, that sounds like it might be Fett with Han Solo in carbonite.  But what do I know?

A lot apprently.  ;)  There were quite a few folks who guessed it, so kudos you you guys!
Title: Re: A 6" Exclusive for SDCC 2013?
Post by: Jesse James on February 9, 2013, 04:51 PM
This was what we teased on our front page as a "set" with a big accessory and such.  :)
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jeff on February 9, 2013, 04:51 PM
Oh, and for some reason 6" scale Carbonite Block is really tempting...   I am so weak.  ::)
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jesse James on February 9, 2013, 04:51 PM
Shud display nice... I think that's where people will be sucked in
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jimree on February 9, 2013, 05:16 PM
ugh,
why is it so tempting. I could never be a Jedi, I would give into temptation way to much.

Jim
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: P-Siddy on February 9, 2013, 05:44 PM
While there was no confirmation, but it seemed like a smug smile, the carbonite block will likely have lights.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Diddly on February 9, 2013, 05:47 PM
I'm most likely down for this. I don't know if I'm going to buy all the 6 inch figs, but if I do I'll obviously want this set. Worst case scenario I'll buy it and sell it if I don't collect the 6 inch line.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jesse James on February 9, 2013, 08:06 PM
I think that's in part what they hope for...  People to buy them for that one or two scenes they want to have in some kind of display.  I think they really are hoping some jump full in but they know some will be picky and that's a goal.  I bet these have lower production runs than typical 3.75" figures have had.

I mean, the Fett IS a pretty cool idea, espcially if teh block looks "floaty".  Lights up too maybe?  More the better.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: DoctorPadawan on February 9, 2013, 10:10 PM
Well, this pretty much solidifies me not collecting this line at all. Boba Fett has been my character focus since I was a kid, pretty much, so now Hasbro's starting a line with him as an exclusive that I have zero chance of getting, since I can't go to San Diego and since SDCC exclusives are impossible to get at HTS. Way to go, Hasbro: you lost and frustrated at least one potential collector before you even started.  ::)

Guess my Lego collection is going to be the 100% focus in terms of Star Wars from here on out. At least I can be thankful that Hasbro is saving me a lot of hassle and money in the long run.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jeff on February 9, 2013, 10:17 PM
now Hasbro's starting a line with him as an exclusive that I have zero chance of getting

I see your Hasbro pessimism is still firing on all cyliders, DP.  :P

Fear not - from GalacticHunter's Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/galactichunterdotcom/posts/517570401628812):
"SDCC Exclusive will be Boba Fett with Han in Carbonite. Han in Carbonite will be exclusive to show. Fett will be general release figure no variations."
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: P-Siddy on February 9, 2013, 10:42 PM
Fear not - from GalacticHunter's Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/galactichunterdotcom/posts/517570401628812):
"SDCC Exclusive will be Boba Fett with Han in Carbonite. Han in Carbonite will be exclusive to show. Fett will be general release figure no variations."

So Fett will come with both gauntlets then... so you'd need to get two if you want Empire and Jedi versions?   It's nice they talked to GH more about this... with me they didn't get too much into detail...kind of 'wait and see'.  But I didn't ask about Fett, but if Carbonite Han would light up.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jesse James on February 9, 2013, 11:00 PM
Sometimes it's whoevery ou talk to...  one guy won't say, one will...  never know who is who in that scenario.  I always found Darryl seemed to spill the beans a lot, haha.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: DoctorPadawan on February 10, 2013, 08:43 AM

I see your Hasbro pessimism is still firing on all cyliders, DP.  :P


Would you expect anything less?  ;D

In all seriousness, though, the last 2 years have, at least when it comes to Hasbro's action figure line, not been very fun at all for me. I just don't have the time or energy for the hunt anymore, and with prices going nowhere but up and space at a minimum, I think I've reached my relative end. I'll probably still pick up some of the 3.75" Black Series if I can find them, but my days of morning toy runs are over.

It's probably not the best basis for this, but when I think of the future of the 6" line, I can't help but look at Hasbro's distribution of Marvel Legends as an example. To this day, I have only seen about 1/3 of the figures Hasbro has done in that line (which, granted, may be partially due to me not showing up at 8 AM at Target).  Given how horrible it has been to find a SW figure past the TPM wave this past 14 months, I don't see a 6" collector line is going to get better market penetration.

Anyway, that's neither here nor there and I'm sorry for derailing the thread, but I've just been frustrated with everything Hasbro's done lately and it has felt more like a chore for me to collect. I'm not having fun, so it follows that I should just stop putting myself through the irritation, especially when, in the end scheme of things, they are just toys.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jimree on February 10, 2013, 02:43 PM
might be better and cheaper to order them online
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Brian on February 10, 2013, 04:40 PM
This could be a really cool exclusive, and you know it is going to sell like crazy.  I mean, we know that they aren't going to leave Fett out of the regular retail lineup, but I hope I don't miss out on a Han in Carbonite (especially that it is hinted to have lights maybe?).  It is disappointing because it will likely be nearly impossible to get a hold of, especially if you can't attend SDCC, but I bet they could make this a heck of a nice looking display too.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Diddly on February 10, 2013, 05:29 PM
Am I the only one thinking they'll do pretty high numbers (like former exclusives) of production for this one? I can understand the Death Star and Carbonite packaging sets having low production runs, but this is something lots of people are going to want. Yes, Fett will hit retail, but the Carbonite block won't (as far as we know). But still.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jesse James on February 10, 2013, 05:58 PM
I think so.  I think it'll be something hasbro wants people to get.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jayson on May 3, 2013, 10:21 AM
SDCC 6" Boba Fett and Carbonite Han revealed at USA Today (http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/movies/2013/05/03/hasbro-boba-fett-comic-con-action-figure/2131621/)
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: JediJman on May 3, 2013, 11:54 AM
SDCC 6" Boba Fett and Carbonite Han revealed at USA Today (http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/movies/2013/05/03/hasbro-boba-fett-comic-con-action-figure/2131621/)

That Fett looks incredible.  But $45?  ouch.  I'll buy it, but ouch.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: McMetal on May 3, 2013, 01:51 PM
$44.99?!?! WTF? That's brutal. People are going to get raped on eBay for these things...ugh.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Brian on May 3, 2013, 02:11 PM
Yeah, $45 is really steep, but I'll admit that I do want one.  The whole package looks really nice, and I think it is cool that Han in Carbonite is included and everything.  That being said, I have a feeling these are going to be very tough to get a hold of, particularly if you can't attend the show (like most of us).  So, I hope I can order one at HTS or something, but I'm also not getting my hopes up.  I'm sure Fett will be available again later on, but I hope this isn't our only shot at Han in Carbonite.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: evenflow on May 3, 2013, 03:07 PM
45.00 is more than i expected but i want it and will pay it. And with 1 reveal i think that Habro's showing blows all of Mattels away.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jayson on May 3, 2013, 03:10 PM
And with 1 reveal i think that Habro's showing blows all of Mattels away.

I don't know, those mini MOTU figures are pretty great.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: JediJman on May 3, 2013, 04:58 PM
I don't know, those mini MOTU figures are pretty great.

The big torso with little leg figures?  Ish.

I'm in for this unless even though  the price is ridiculous.  I'm a sucker for Fett stuff.

Fixed.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Scockery on May 3, 2013, 11:48 PM
This deal is getting worse all the time!

I'm far more curious what the GI JOE exclusive is.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Darth_Anton on May 4, 2013, 09:17 AM
Makes it more tempting to do this line, but I must remain committed not getting involved.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: darth broem 2 on May 4, 2013, 12:42 PM
I really like the idea of this line but $45 exclusive might kill it for me after awhile.  The box is nice so it's cool I guess.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Diddly on May 5, 2013, 01:02 AM
$45. For a $20 figure and an inanimate block.

Of course I'm still down if there are any left online afterwards but I mean come on, this is greed at its finest.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: John C on May 5, 2013, 04:29 AM
 :o
I want one and I know it will not be easy to get one. 
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: JesseVader08 on May 5, 2013, 06:45 PM
It would be nice if the packaging had a window box for display.  :-\
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jesse James on May 7, 2013, 02:19 AM
I think this set looks incredibly cool...  I hadn't seen it but the description was pretty impressive and matched my mental picture.  I like it...  I think it's a horrible con exclusive though, unless they make it WIDELY available.

As a center piece, I think this would sell on its own so well...  if it's tough to get, I think it's just a bad decision on Hasbro's part.

Also agree, the price is pretty unreasonable... $45 is very steep.  I think $20's overpriced on the figures themselves though.  They're $15 at best.  And this to me is $25 or $30 maybe.  It's a con exclusive, I'm sure that's playing into it somewhat, but still that's way overpriced.  $25-$30 is where I think this needed to be...  That said I think it'll still probably sell out, and if by some miracle it's widely available I think it'll still do well.

6" figures do look nice though, but I'm still passing on this line...  This set ALMOST makes me wanna buy it though.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: speedermike on May 7, 2013, 04:17 PM
Is it just me, or does anyone else think this thing is very weak?  The colors are off, the belt bags are huge and look like they are brand new.  The belt looks like it just goes straight across...even the vintage figure had the belt at a slight angle that gives the character some swagger.  I just think it's terribly dull, and not very accurate.  I can't believe that they didn't nail Fett 100% as it seems it would be one of the top 5 purchases for most adult fans.

This figure seriously has me reconsidering collecting this line.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jayson on May 7, 2013, 09:21 PM
Also agree, the price is pretty unreasonable... $45 is very steep.  I think $20's overpriced on the figures themselves though.  They're $15 at best.  And this to me is $25 or $30 maybe.  It's a con exclusive, I'm sure that's playing into it somewhat, but still that's way overpriced.  $25-$30 is where I think this needed to be...  That said I think it'll still probably sell out, and if by some miracle it's widely available I think it'll still do well.

6" figures do look nice though, but I'm still passing on this line...  This set ALMOST makes me wanna buy it though.

I think the price is on target for this scale and for it involving 100% new tooling. If this was a repaint of an existing figure I would agree though.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jesse James on May 7, 2013, 09:34 PM
Maybe as an exclusive but the block is solid, and being charged what a full figure would run?

I didn't take packaging into account and should've but still...  I just see it as a little overpriced.  Not by double, but not good.  I think it's neat...  I think it's a good presentation.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Phrubruh on May 9, 2013, 09:42 AM
I hate the way Hasbro ran their exclusives booth last year. You had to be at their booth at an unannounced 2am to get a ticket to line up to buy from them. Since I'm only there Saturday there is no way I'm going to get a chance to get any exclusives. So I'm pretty much saying F-U Hasbro and your over priced exclusives!
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: CloneF13Y35 on May 11, 2013, 10:24 AM
well of the all the 6" black series figures, this boba fett even as an exclusive is one I'd love to have along with a Stormtrooper and Vader.  We'll just have to see how they all shake out.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: P-Siddy on May 26, 2013, 06:35 PM
I just hope that Hasbro doesn't shoot their feet off right out of the gate with this line.  If this is hard to get then people who want to collect the line might be turned off by this if they can't get one especially since this probably is the first figure to be released in the line.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jeff on May 29, 2013, 11:44 AM
Good news for our overseas friends - it looks like the 6" Boba Fett & Carbonite Block set will also be available as a Celebration Europe II exclusive (http://www.starwarscelebration.eu/Whats-Happening/Celebration-Europe-Exclusives/Exhibitor-Exclusives/). 
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: McMetal on May 29, 2013, 01:37 PM
Is that after SDCC? Seems like that would potentially affect the # of units they release for sale on HTS after the ComiCon is over.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Qui-Gon Jim on May 29, 2013, 02:37 PM
Hasbro should crank these out so ANYONE that wants one can get it.  A little goodwill here may pay dividends with collectors (who they seem to be aiming this line at) down the road.  I want one of these things, even at that absurd price, but I live on the east coast so there is no chance of me getting anywhere near SDCC.  Do the right thing, Hasbro, and keep making these until they sit.  Hell do online pre-orders.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jayson on May 29, 2013, 03:31 PM
Seems like that would potentially affect the # of units they release for sale on HTS after the ComiCon is over.

I doubt it. I would think that the production run would be separate for the stock they are bringing to CEII.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jesse James on May 29, 2013, 07:54 PM
I think there may be more of these than past SDCC exclusives...  Just a hunch.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: DoctorPadawan on June 2, 2013, 11:39 AM
I think there may be more of these than past SDCC exclusives...  Just a hunch.

Considering that this is officially the only one of this line (that has been currently announced) that I plan on getting, I certainly hope that is the case.  Maybe Hasbro can spring for 4 hamsters to put on the wheel to power the HasbroToyShop.com website this year so people can actually order one. :P
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Mike Shaeffer on July 15, 2013, 12:18 PM
I found this on eBay for $100 with free shipping and sprung on it. I plan on getting all of the Black Series, so it was a must. Sucks that I actually spent more for this than all the figures in the first wave, but oh well.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jayson on July 17, 2013, 03:14 PM
SDCC Fett is limit one per customer.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: McMetal on July 17, 2013, 04:20 PM
SDCC Fett is limit one per customer.

I'm sure Brian's Toys will find a way around that.  ;)
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Brian on July 17, 2013, 08:57 PM
Man, I'd really like to get one of these, but I'm not holding out much hope.  It seems like it will be tough enough even if you're attending SDCC, let alone playing along at home.  I know Fett will be out later on, so that's great, but the Carbonite Han would really be nice.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: P-Siddy on July 17, 2013, 09:03 PM
This would be a great piece and it sucks that the exclusive game takes out many completionists or even those that are interested in this set.  Plus, this is essentially the first 6" figure(s) to be released, so how does that help generate interest.  That said, I do hope that Fett will be the Empire version when it's released later on and not the Jedi one (or that you can swap pieces to make him from either film).  I haven't seen any confirmation regarding that.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jesse James on July 17, 2013, 09:39 PM
I'm thinking Hasbro really feels that, somehow, making things impossible to get for the majority makes a line overall more interesting...  They have dabbled in this for a long time now.

I think they may send out a Han Carbonite real soon too, as its own figure...  Like Han and the block.  I think they want people interested but they feel this is a way to blast out of the gate withs omething collectors love (Boba and Boba with his carbonite prize).  The job they did with this figure/set is really nice...  The slab floats and everything you could want aside from it lighting up so the controls are glowing. 

That said, I agree, I think this isn't a GOOD way to kick off the line by making its launch figure almost impossible to get.  I think they firmly believe scarcity breeds interest, and to a degree they're right, but I think that diminishes with the more mass produced a toy line is...

What I mean by that is, I think Hasbro toys are not well received by the masses when they're exclusionary to collectors.  When they include people, and are affordable and easy (or easier, at least) to obtain, I think their type of toys do better.  I think if you want exclusionary, you want to pay more, you want to buy GG or Sideshow...  You want high-end.

Hasbro wants to think they're "high end".  They're not.  They're mass produced.  They're thousands upon thousands, and sold at poorly lit mega-retailers.  Hasbro has a boner to become Sideshow.  Sideshow is Sideshow...  Let them do what they do best.  And do what you can do best, and that's mass-market toys at affordable prices that maybe aren't perfect, but are affordable, look like a value to kids, adults, and parents/grandparents, and which include everyone who wants to buy one, or at the very least the vast majority who want it know they can get it without paying through the nose.

Secondary market interest in toys, from what I've seen, is a bit of a false idol to worship.  Just my opinion.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: JediJman on July 17, 2013, 10:38 PM
Does anyone know if this exclusive is going to be available outside of the US?
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jayson on July 17, 2013, 11:26 PM
Does anyone know if this exclusive is going to be available outside of the US?

Yes, at Celebration Europe II
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: evenflow on July 20, 2013, 10:35 AM
After getting to the con yesterday at 4AM ish to get in line for  a HAsbro ticket (6AM wasnt early enough Thursday), I got my Boba Fett at about 5 PM. Hasbro is by far the worst and most poorly run sales booth at the con. They have no line, despite having a ticket they were not letting people "in" although any adult "with a child" could buy stuff or if you were a really attractive female you could get in the line. Never thought that SDCC was a club in the city.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jayson on July 20, 2013, 04:52 PM
It sold out for the remainder of the con at 11am today. That's either a testament to its success or poor planning on Hasbro's part. Either way, next week exclusives dump on HTS will be interesting.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: JesseVader08 on July 20, 2013, 06:20 PM
Holy hell, these are selling for $150 on ebay.  :-\
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Phrubruh on July 20, 2013, 06:36 PM
I was at comic con yesterday. Hasbro makes you get a ticket to buy anything from their store. The tickets are always gone by 6am for some bazaar reason so I never got a ticket. I saw the figure up close in the glass cases. The figure really looks like a large version of the 300th Boba Fett edition. It just wasn't very impressive to see. I saw some of the vendors in the exhibit hall had multiples of these going for upwards of $120. They also had the entire line going for $40 each and the 3 3/4 versions going for $20.

They had Boba Fett guarding the figures.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v308/phruby/IMG_20130719_110156_zps71448e31.jpg)
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: McMetal on July 20, 2013, 08:43 PM
Holy hell, these are selling for $150 on ebay.  :-\

Shoot, that's nothing, some jackhole is selling the Alien Super 7 Prototype 2-pack for $995 on eBay right now. These sold for $40 at SDCC!

I swear I just wish I could reach through the computer and slap people sometimes.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Diddly on July 20, 2013, 10:16 PM
I would rather slap the people who decided it would be a good idea to sell exclusive merchandise at SDCC :P
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: evenflow on July 21, 2013, 09:49 AM
Holy hell, these are selling for $150 on ebay.  :-\

Shoot, that's nothing, some jackhole is selling the Alien Super 7 Prototype 2-pack for $995 on eBay right now. These sold for $40 at SDCC!

I swear I just wish I could reach through the computer and slap people sometimes.

I couldnt get my hand on the 2-pack either, apparently they made very few and were not expecting the reaction. I was speaking to the guys at the booth. They were really cool and gave me a set of stands for all 5 figures even though they were only supposed to give one per person.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Sybeck1 on July 21, 2013, 10:29 PM
Any assurance the Han in block might be released later?
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jeff on July 21, 2013, 10:55 PM
At Toy Fair, Hasbro said that while Fett would be re-issued again, there were no plans to re-issue the block again:

from GalacticHunter's Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/galactichunterdotcom/posts/517570401628812):
"SDCC Exclusive will be Boba Fett with Han in Carbonite. Han in Carbonite will be exclusive to show. Fett will be general release figure"

Of course, never say never and all that.  It's not impossible that they'd do another Block someday.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: JediJman on July 21, 2013, 11:42 PM
It sold out for the remainder of the con at 11am today. That's either a testament to its success or poor planning on Hasbro's part. Either way, next week exclusives dump on HTS will be interesting.

Any clues on when these will go up on the site?  Can't wait for that experience all over again.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Nicklab on July 22, 2013, 05:45 AM
Since it's a shared exclusive with CE2, this probably won't go online until next week.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jayson on July 22, 2013, 09:00 AM
Since it's a shared exclusive with CE2, this probably won't go online until next week.

Maybe, but since HTS doesn't ship internationally, I could still see these going up Wednesday.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Rob on July 22, 2013, 12:02 PM
Shoot, that's nothing, some jackhole is selling the Alien Super 7 Prototype 2-pack for $995 on eBay right now. These sold for $40 at SDCC!

I swear I just wish I could reach through the computer and slap people sometimes.

I'm guessing they didn't get that... the completed auctions seem to have sold for about $100.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: McMetal on July 22, 2013, 12:46 PM
I'm guessing they didn't get that... the completed auctions seem to have sold for about $100.

I am almost positive that those completed auctions you are seeing were Pre-Orders that were listed prior to Comic Con. I tried this route and got one for $85, only to have the whole deal canceled yesterday because the guy couldn't come through on his end. I suspect a lot of those pre-orders never actually got filled.

I have been obsessing over these since Comic Con started, i literally have been checking every few hours and as of last night there were only 3 open auctions on the 2-pack. The one for a grand plus two others around $100, which I'm sure will go much higher by the time they end.

I'm already committed since I got the Early Bird kit, so I'll have to pony up for the other one eventually. I just wonder how many were actually made.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Nicklab on July 22, 2013, 12:48 PM
I have to figure that had something to do with Hasbro limiting the 6" Black Series exclusive to 1 per person at SDCC.  In the past they've been open to multiples for attendees, but they seem to be cracking down on that now.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Rob on July 22, 2013, 03:40 PM
I am almost positive that those completed auctions you are seeing were Pre-Orders that were listed prior to Comic Con. I tried this route and got one for $85, only to have the whole deal canceled yesterday because the guy couldn't come through on his end. I suspect a lot of those pre-orders never actually got filled.

I have been obsessing over these since Comic Con started, i literally have been checking every few hours and as of last night there were only 3 open auctions on the 2-pack. The one for a grand plus two others around $100, which I'm sure will go much higher by the time they end.

I'm already committed since I got the Early Bird kit, so I'll have to pony up for the other one eventually. I just wonder how many were actually made.

Yeah, wow - I went and looked and I think you're right.  I'm not so worried about the early bird kit or the test-shots, but I want the regular 5 figures, and I don't want to pay for more than retail.  Hopefully they're able to make enough to satisfy the demand.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Rob on July 22, 2013, 09:09 PM
RS Says: (http://www.rebelscum.com/story/front/6Inch_Han_Solo_In_Carbonite_Not_As_Exclusive_As_You_Would_Think_153339.asp)

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While photographing the Hasbro display at San Diego Comic-Con this past Saturday, I overheard Derryl DePriest say to someone that the Carbonite block, which is part of the exclusive Black Series 6-Inch Boba Fett Action Figure With Han Solo In Carbonite Accessory 2-pack, would be available in another form down the road. Meaning, the extremely high prices that many collectors are spending right now to obtain one is just for the packaging. Hopefully this information will be of some use to you!

So... unless you want the packaging or have to have it now, it's probably not worth getting wrapped up in the hype and over paying.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: P-Siddy on July 24, 2013, 03:37 PM
Frustrating.  This was up for a couple minutes and was out-of-stock.  Had it taken from my cart several times.  Not really upset since this is the norm.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jayson on July 24, 2013, 03:49 PM
RS Says: (http://www.rebelscum.com/story/front/6Inch_Han_Solo_In_Carbonite_Not_As_Exclusive_As_You_Would_Think_153339.asp)

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While photographing the Hasbro display at San Diego Comic-Con this past Saturday, I overheard Derryl DePriest say to someone that the Carbonite block, which is part of the exclusive Black Series 6-Inch Boba Fett Action Figure With Han Solo In Carbonite Accessory 2-pack, would be available in another form down the road. Meaning, the extremely high prices that many collectors are spending right now to obtain one is just for the packaging. Hopefully this information will be of some use to you!

So... unless you want the packaging or have to have it now, it's probably not worth getting wrapped up in the hype and over paying.

I'm guessing the "other form" will be a melting versus that could come with Boushh
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Brian on July 24, 2013, 06:42 PM
Figures, I check the site all day yesterday and today, and the one 45 minute period I'm away from a computer/phone, it goes up.  Not that I would have gotten an order in anyways, most likely.  Oh well.  Hopefully they'll be up again, you would think Hasbro would want everyone who wants one of these to get one in their hands so they don't turn off any new "line buyers" for this 6" scale.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Diddly on July 24, 2013, 10:50 PM
Yeah, I wanted this set but not if the block will be available soon elsewhere. Plus it's my excuse to not dive in to the line. Hooray!
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: JediJman on July 24, 2013, 11:13 PM
So much for these being available in larger quantities.  Jayson scored one and by his timing they sold out in about six minutes. I kind of hate SDCC.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jesse James on July 25, 2013, 01:31 AM
I really thought they'd put more out since this was a line launch item, a big deal in the company in determining who they were going to use and how to make it special...  I'm kind of shocked they didn't have a substantial run of these available.  Sends a bad message.

To me, no Hasbro exclusive should be this hard to get for people who want it.

GG, I get...  Acme...  Sideshow even, though they tend not to be too hard to get if you want one.  But Hasbro mass produces trinkets and isn't a high-end company.  They make playthings.  Making playthings exclusionary to the majority who want one is kind of silly I think.  I get not wanting STUCK with a pile of 'em, but this was a little ridiculous.  At least make enough to last a day.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: McMetal on July 25, 2013, 09:06 AM
you would think Hasbro would want everyone who wants one of these to get one in their hands so they don't turn off any new "line buyers" for this 6" scale.

Exactly. And that is exactly what they have done with this Hard-Core Completist Collector. "Hey, your collection is incomplete before you even started! Ha Ha!"

Well, fine, congratulations, you managed to piss me off and force me out of this line before I even had a chance to get excited about it.

In fairness, I was on the fence somewhat about diving in, but they went ahead and decided that for me.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: JediJman on July 25, 2013, 10:03 AM
I've recently turned the corner on this one and am far less bothered about missing it than I had been.  While searching around last night I noticed that the Masterpiece Soundwave with cassettes was a TRU Exclusive to SDCC.  I love this figure and would love to have it right now!  But it's going for like $250 on Ebay and not looking to support scalping.  After some additional investigating I found that this was basically just an early release with exclusive packaging.  I'll be able to get what I want later in the year at a much lower price.

When I came to that realization, it finally sunk in that this exclusive is pretty much the same thing.  I would have loved to pay a crazy amount for the Fett and Carbohan, but this is really nothing more than a pre-sale in a fancy box.  Sounds like both figures will be offered later on, with the Fett coming right around the corner.  Honestly, for a significant reduction in price and a thousand times less stress, I am at peace with just being patient.  If these exclusives were figures/characters I couldn't get elsewhere, I'd stay on the warpath, but I'm really okay with just waiting a bit longer for different packaging. 
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Qui-Gon Jim on July 25, 2013, 11:01 AM
you would think Hasbro would want everyone who wants one of these to get one in their hands so they don't turn off any new "line buyers" for this 6" scale.
My thoughts exactly.  Knowing up front that there is a potential hole in a collection may turn off the very people this is targeted towards.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jesse James on July 25, 2013, 01:01 PM
The only problem is the carbohan may or may not be exactly the same.  Melty deco won't cut it for most.  I know I'd want that floaty cold one to pose with Boba walking it.  We shall see.  I hope for those who want it, it's a straight re release of both in different packages.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Qui-Gon Jim on July 25, 2013, 01:36 PM
Is a "figure" of CarboHan really worth $20 though?  And isn't this too big to be an accessory?
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jesse James on July 25, 2013, 03:04 PM
I think if they did a Carbo Han alone, cold flavor, he'd be with thawed Han as his accessory.  Thawing deco with Boussh like Jayson's thinking they're gonna do.  I agree, he's really an accessory, not a figure, but he basically racked up $20 in the Boba Fett set, so I'd not expect other sets to be much less.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Pete_Fett on July 25, 2013, 06:48 PM
I feel bad for you guys who wanted to embrace this line and now you're left with a hole in your collection.

I'll just echo what everyone else said - this is the FIRST item in a NEW line that Hasbro wants collectors to dive into. Kinda hard getting a lot of collectors to do so if they couldn't get the first item.

Since I'm in the camp that believes the 6" collector line will eventually mean the death of the 3.75" collector line, I'm REALLY glad that this happened and I hope it bites Hasbro in the ass SO BAD that they don't even make it to wave 3 with this line - that's what they (Hasbro) deserve.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Rob on July 25, 2013, 08:59 PM
If anything does this line in, it'll be the price point, not the lack of availability of Fett - who will be available later. 

If they crank these out too fast, it'll be even more cost prohibitive.  And they take up twice as much space.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: JesseVader08 on July 29, 2013, 07:41 PM
Sounds like both figures will be offered later on, with the Fett coming right around the corner.  Honestly, for a significant reduction in price and a thousand times less stress, I am at peace with just being patient.
This is the approach I'm trying to take.  I know Fett is coming in a few months and I just can't get that excited about the Han in carbonite.  Of course, I'm primarily a loose collector these days, so the packaging doesn't concern me much.

Though I certainly have to agree with others that making it difficult to get the very first figure released in a new line is an odd way to get collectors excited about collecting it.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: McMetal on August 15, 2013, 10:46 PM
I bit and picked up one off eBay for $125. I can rationalize it any number of silly ways but what's the point? I wanted it and I got it, no time for remorse.

At least now I can be happy with a complete collection. I wonder if there will be any minor tweaks between this and the Wave 2 Boba...guessing not.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Force Guy on August 18, 2013, 01:22 AM
I think it might be a mistaken notion to believe that when Fett is released at retail that he'll be readily available.  I think he'll be impossible to find & everyone & their grandma will be hunting him down.  The frenzy for Fett will continue to be at an all-time high.   
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Dressel Rebel on August 18, 2013, 06:06 AM
I bit and picked up one off eBay for $125. I can rationalize it any number of silly ways but what's the point? I wanted it and I got it, no time for remorse.

At least now I can be happy with a complete collection. I wonder if there will be any minor tweaks between this and the Wave 2 Boba...guessing not.

Dude there's nothing wrong with that. I wanted the Star Wars and 2 Marvel exclusives at SDCC this year. I happened to be flying NY to SD for work right after the comic con. I figured I'd leave 4-5 days early and go to SDCC also. But when you factor in hotels, rental car, admission, and the crowds and hassle, it's a hell of a lot more expensive, annoying and time consuming.

The $75 extra you spent was a pittance for the relaxed convenience of having it shipped to your door.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: CloneF13Y35 on August 18, 2013, 11:44 AM
Finally saw some of the new TBS figs at target, mostly the 3.75" figs but they had ONE 6" R2 on the shelf, after reading the reviews for several figs, they only ones I'd get are of course Boba Fett, but I dig the Sandtrooper - why they made that one vs the clean Stormtrooper first I don't know. But those are the only two I'd pay $20 for until they put out a Vader and clean Stormtrooper.
But it was cool to finally see something NEW on the shelves after such a long time.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: McMetal on August 26, 2013, 08:59 PM
Man, this set arrived today from China, of all places. It's freaking awesome. The packaging is so nice in fact I am very tempted to leave this as is and just pick up the single boxed figure to display. The Block is pretty rad, and Boba came out really well too. The only thing I think could have been improved were the wookie scalps. Seems like it was hard to render those in any sort of detail.

It's a beautifully done set, just sucks about the price, hassle, etc of tracking one down.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: Jeff on May 14, 2014, 11:02 AM
Looks like BBTS picked up some overseas stock and has this set up for preorder - just $79.99 plus shipping (http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/product.aspx?product=HAS23142&mode=retail).  Limit 2 per person while supplies last.
Title: Re: 2013 SDCC Exclusive 6" Fett w/Carbonite Block
Post by: McMetal on May 14, 2014, 04:05 PM
That's a good deal, I hope I can get a Jabba that cheap one day.