The Skystriker is over the line and will be going into production.
Is the Rancor's loss the Skystriker's gain?
Does 3.75" scale work better for Haslab items?
I don't think it is the scale at all and frankly find comments about it a little ignorant. Not directed at you, but I'm so over this argument.
Don't worry, I'm not offended at all. I'm just asking the question. I also do not like the TVC purists that are upset that the Haslab project was for a Black Series item. Hell, I don't even want Hasbro to do a Star Wars Haslab project every year....I'd prefer a little space in between them...at least let me get one in my collection before offering another!
Obviously 6" scaled items will sell. Galactus and the Sentinel proved that, but Marvel is only in the 6" scale and is very popular with a huge fanbase (well deserved IMO).
Star Wars is a different animal because there are two distinct lines with 3.75" and 6" scales. Star Wars has a large and passionate fan base as well, but not everyone collects both lines. Personally, I have some 6" figures in my collection, but a vast majority of my collection is the 3.75" scale figures and vehicles which is the heritage line of Star Wars.
I wonder if that's why the Skystriker didn't cross the line until the last day. GI Joe started at the 3.75" scale but has been primarily 6" scaled figures until recently. I am curious to see if the GI Joe line will have similar issues down the road because they are making product for two different scales. One thing they have going for them is a passionate marketing and creative team....something Star Wars needs desperately.