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Title: TRU 181st Elite TIE Interceptor
Post by: Reid on February 25, 2007, 09:50 PM
Clicky... (http://http://www.rebelscum.com/story/front/Rebelspy_Report_103892.asp)

Sounds pretty neat. Be cool if they did a red Royal Guard version, like the 3' Titanium Interceptor. Pack in a ROTS Royal Guard and you'd be all set. Or perhaps, it could be a regular Interceptor, but include a new Baron Fel...

But knowing Hasbro, they'll give us a straight repack of the POTJ version and pack in a POTF2 TIE Crewman.

Thoughts?
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Nicklab on February 25, 2007, 11:25 PM
It's probably going to have the same wings as the POTJ TIE Interceptor.  But as memory serves me, I think that version still had the battery compartment on the back of the cockpit.  This new version could have the resculpted cockpit as well as the new hatch that's on the new white TIE Fighter.  And if they pack in the OTC TIE Fighter Pilot I'll be happy.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Diddly on February 25, 2007, 11:26 PM
Missed out on this one the first time and never picked up the scaled TIE Fighter. I'll pick one up.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Dressel Rebel on February 26, 2007, 12:20 AM
I never bought this ship.  I can't remember why.  I'll need to see it again and maybe I'll get one.  I'm not too excited though.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jesse James on February 26, 2007, 03:08 AM
I'm in for two I think if the cockpit section is corrected...  I can deal without the new lid, just so long as it has the spiffy accurate cockpit rear with no battery box.  I have like 4 Int's now, 2 more will suit me though.  A nice flight mix there.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darth_Anton on February 26, 2007, 09:33 AM
  This new version could have the resculpted cockpit as well as the new hatch that's on the new white TIE Fighter. 

That's my hope. I can't see why they wouldn't do that. Though, a red version would be interesting.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: iFett on February 26, 2007, 11:52 AM
Sounds pretty neat. Be cool if they did a red Royal Guard version, like the 3' Titanium Interceptor. Pack in a ROTS Royal Guard and you'd be all set.

Ya, that red Titanium Interceptor really knocked my socks off the first time I saw it.  I'm hoping for a red version minus that battery back section - not that it bugs me too much though.  I already have several of the POTJ version so I'd only buy one of these to leave boxed if there's nothing new on it.  I'd take 4-5 red ones to open though.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: evenflow on February 26, 2007, 01:08 PM
vehicles are almost always a pass for me, it all depends on the pack-in
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Kill_Solo on February 27, 2007, 05:42 PM
I am totally stoked about this development. I missed out on the Tie INterceptor the 1st time around, and I love the fact Hasbro loves to recycle!
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darth_Punky on March 29, 2007, 08:43 AM
Are there any more claims to support the release of the TIE Interceptor because I haven't herd anything else about it.  ???
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Daigo-Bah on March 29, 2007, 09:16 AM
I'll also get one if it has the battery-compartment-less cockpit, and sell off my POTJ one.  I only need one (despite how cool it is!)  which I hang from the ceiling.

Note the small wing TIE which has since been replaced:

(http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid195/p9b4925234631e69544af7892726c8e65/f130e6a9.jpg)

(http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid195/p18a0956764e5782fe577be2f43baefd2/f130e6a2.jpg)
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darth_Punky on March 29, 2007, 09:38 AM
That's an awesome setup!  ;D
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: DarkKnight2k4 on March 29, 2007, 10:16 AM
I would dig a black interceptor...  ;D
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darth_Anton on March 29, 2007, 12:13 PM
I'll also get one if it has the battery-compartment-less cockpit,



I'd be dissapointed if it was the old mold. There's no reason to go back.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jesse James on March 29, 2007, 03:13 PM
I have 4 POTJ Int's so I won't sell them off just because of the battery compartment, however a new one with the new cockpit mold would be great to get a few more of...  or at least two (knowing TRU's prices).  I'll hang onto my old ones though as I think they're still passable on display.

It's kind of like the commtech Stormtrooper...  Sure he got replaced, but I've got a hundred of him so I am ok with him as a placeholder, maybe a little customizing to help him fit in more too.  Can't just get rid of 'em all.   :-\
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jeff on March 29, 2007, 03:54 PM
Just a reminder that Hasbro said the following about the TIE Interceptor...

Will we see a TIE Interceptor with the new, more accurate, center pod - the improved center cockpit TIE pod that has been released on the standard TIE Fighter the last couple of times? If so, would it have the old 2-piece hatch or the newest, 1-piece, side-opening hatch seen on the upcoming white TIE Fighter? (AF, 01/26/07) (http://www.actionfigs.com/index.php?categoryid=12&p2_articleid=162)

If we do another TIE Interceptor release (and it's high on our "wish list" for an exclusive release), then we would use the new pod with 1-piece hatch from the new white TIE fighter release.

So, if and when this arrives, it should have the same cockpit as the 30AC White TIE Fighter... unless of course they screw it up.   :P
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: CorranHorn on March 29, 2007, 06:26 PM
Just a reminder that Hasbro said the following about the TIE Interceptor...

Will we see a TIE Interceptor with the new, more accurate, center pod - the improved center cockpit TIE pod that has been released on the standard TIE Fighter the last couple of times? If so, would it have the old 2-piece hatch or the newest, 1-piece, side-opening hatch seen on the upcoming white TIE Fighter? (AF, 01/26/07) (http://www.actionfigs.com/index.php?categoryid=12&p2_articleid=162)

If we do another TIE Interceptor release (and it's high on our "wish list" for an exclusive release), then we would use the new pod with 1-piece hatch from the new white TIE fighter release.

So, if and when this arrives, it should have the same cockpit as the 30AC White TIE Fighter... unless of course they screw it up.   :P

Which means the cockpit will be white, while everything else is grey/blue.  :D

Curto on RS hinted in a report a while back that the TIE Interceptor may wind up being Baron Fel's 181st Squad TIE Interceptor w/ Fel included. With the recent trend towards EU by Hasbro, it's not too much of a stretch to believe they would do it.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Nicklab on March 29, 2007, 06:47 PM
Curto on RS hinted in a report a while back that the TIE Interceptor may wind up being Baron Fel's 181st Squad TIE Interceptor w/ Fel included. With the recent trend towards EU by Hasbro, it's not too much of a stretch to believe they would do it.

I would categorise that as Curto hypothesizing, not hinting.  But just because it's posted on RS doesn't make it the truth.

Certainly, there are a few possibilities for the TIE Interceptor now.  Three that I can think of:

-Updated ROTJ TIE Interceptor with new cockpit section & hatch
-Baron Fel's EU TIE Interceptor
-Royal Guard EU TIE Interceptor

Now, consider the fact that the last TIE Interceptor we got was in 2001 or 2002 in the POTJ line.  That one feature the old cockpit with the battery compartment.  And with that one we got a POTF2 era TIE Fighter Pilot as a pack-in.  Fastforward to today, and we've got a new cockpit section and a new TIE Pilot (the SAGA Gold version).  That seems like a no-brainer combination before we start doing any kind of EU variations.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: David on March 29, 2007, 07:29 PM
I bet theyre just gonna do a straight repack of the old one, but put a picture of Baron Fel in the top, right hand corner so that everyone buys the Baron Fel basic figure they release separately.  :P

I will only buy this if it is Royal Guard or comes with an SA Baron Fel. Otherwise, its a total pass.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darth_Anton on March 29, 2007, 11:03 PM
I have 4 POTJ Int's so I won't sell them off just because of the battery compartment,

Me neither, but I only have two.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jesse James on March 30, 2007, 01:17 AM
They were wildly abundant around Pittsburgh, as was the AT-ST.  So I see them from time to time cheap here and wound up with 4...  Good stuff, at the time, but I'd love more...

If it's a 181st like CorranHorn mentioned, I might still get two...  I'd be more inclined for one, but two might be in order so he has a wingman.  Depends if the Fel figure is something special too.  Given the Death Star Gunner as a possible base with stuff added to it, that could be cool. 
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jayson on April 9, 2007, 09:56 AM
from TRU.com: (http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2659744&cp=&sr=1&f=Taxonomy%2FTRUS%2F2254197&origkw=tie+interceptor&kw=tie+interceptor&parentPage=search)

The TIE Interceptor starfighter slices through space at blinding speed with its dagger-like wings and ultrasleek design. Under the command of Baron Fel, the pilots of the 181st Imperial Fighter Group fly these fast, deadly fighters on the side of the Empire during the Battle of Endor. The red stripes on a 181st unit's TIE Interceptor are badges of honor, indicating that the pilot has destroyed ten or more enemy vessels. Each pilot's uniform also displays the red stripes, crediting him for his victories in battle. Canopy opens and closes! Press buttons to remove wings! Includes 181st Fighter Pilot figure!


(http://images.wikia.com/starwars/images/7/7e/181st_ItES2_klein.gif)
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: iFett on April 9, 2007, 11:13 AM
I'm glad there will be some red on this thing for the re-release, but I'm getting sick of TRU's inflated prices.  Wasn't this thing $29.99 during it's POTJ release?  How does a little red paint on the vehicle/fig warrent a $5 increase??
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: evenflow on April 9, 2007, 12:21 PM
If this actually includes a Baron Fel like the description implies, i will buy one.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Nicklab on April 9, 2007, 12:28 PM
I'm a little surprised that they've gone in this direction.  But then this could tie in with the concept of the Comic 2-packs that are out this year.  It gives me the sneaking feeling that this vehicle is going to include a generic pilot, and that the rumored Rogue Squadron comic 2-pack might include Baron Fel and a Rogue Squadron pilot.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: ruiner on April 9, 2007, 12:52 PM
According to a quick Google image search, the figure might look like this:

(http://images.wikia.com/starwars/images/thumb/d/db/Soontir_Fel.jpg/150px-Soontir_Fel.jpg)
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Nathan on April 9, 2007, 01:23 PM
^Yeah, it's basically the regular TIE uniform with red stripes.

I was going to pass, but since it's a 181st Int, I'm really considering it. I think, though, that Nicklab is correct that the Fel figure will show up in a comic 2-pack. The description says "includes 181st Fighter Pilot figure"--if they were including Fel himself, they'd certainly trumpet that in the ad copy.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: David on April 9, 2007, 03:47 PM
Very cool! If its as good as it sounds and under thirty dollars, I'll take one to hang from my ceiling.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jesse James on April 9, 2007, 04:18 PM
That's pretty cool to me, but odd...  Still, I'm up for 3 of these, especially at $35 (good priceIMO...  not great, but good).  A nice flight of 181st will go great on display I think.  I'm wagering the pilot shall blow though, as he's non-descript in the text there, and thus I dont' think we're getting a cool Baron Fel figure just yet.  Maybe soon though.  He'd be a great choice to me anyway.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Diddly on April 9, 2007, 04:26 PM
I was kinda hoping for a regular Interceptor since I missed out on it but this one sounds just as good. Hopefully we'll get the 2004 TIE pilot and not the POTF2 one again.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Since1978 on April 9, 2007, 04:44 PM
I'm glad there will be some red on this thing for the re-release, but I'm getting sick of TRU's inflated prices.  Wasn't this thing $29.99 during it's POTJ release?  How does a little red paint on the vehicle/fig warrent a $5 increase??
Inflation - that was 7 years ago!  Add in higher cost of base materials (price of oil goes up, price of plastic goes up), cost of distribution goes up too...

'78
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: speedermike on April 9, 2007, 06:00 PM
Isn't red usually associated with the Rebels?
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jayson on April 9, 2007, 06:53 PM
Isn't red usually associated with the Rebels?

From a starfighter standpoint I'd say yes. But these are elite fighters so they get the special designation.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Nicklab on April 9, 2007, 07:18 PM
I'm wagering the pilot shall blow though, as he's non-descript in the text there, and thus I dont' think we're getting a cool Baron Fel figure just yet. 

That's a pretty cynical stance on the matter.  I would think that Hasbro would repaint the Saga Gold TIE Pilot in 181st colors in this instance and pack that with this Interceptor.  I think that's one of the more underrated army builders we've gotten in the past 3-4 years.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: CorranHorn on April 9, 2007, 08:51 PM
HELL YEAH!! I'm so glad to see that we are indeed going to get a 181st TIE Interceptor, finally a real nod to great X-Wing comics of yesteryear. As for the pilot pack in, my guess is that we will get a repainted TIE Pilot (hopefully the SAGA figure and not a cop out of the modified POTF2 fig again). Baron Fel would require more work besides the obvious new head, as he needs hosing and the proper flak vest. Hasbro isn't usually keen on making too many mods to a pack-in figure, so I would guess that Baron Fel will come at a later point like the comic 2-packs.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jesse James on April 9, 2007, 09:33 PM
I'm wagering the pilot shall blow though, as he's non-descript in the text there, and thus I dont' think we're getting a cool Baron Fel figure just yet. 

That's a pretty cynical stance on the matter.  I would think that Hasbro would repaint the Saga Gold TIE Pilot in 181st colors in this instance and pack that with this Interceptor.  I think that's one of the more underrated army builders we've gotten in the past 3-4 years.

If it were a better figure I'd agree...  It's an ok figure, but I don't really see it as "underated" at all since people liked it but it lacks a lot of the poseability (in the arms only though, it's close) of troopers...  but as army builders go it's short of greatness to me.  Needs work.  I thought it needed work in the arms department at the time of its release actually, and stand by that.  Nice sculpt though...  Given the Death Star Trooper though, it's not even in the ballpark with him.

But that aside, a TIE Pilot with a red stripe's...  "eh" at best even if he was a better figure I think, especially since the EU character these Int's are specifically related to really wasn't just a TIE Pilot with a red stripe...  It'd have been nice to get a little better figure but I also am one of the first ones to hate exclusive pack-ins too so that's a double-edged sword I guess.  It might mean Fel's on their radar though, which is nice for fans of his.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Rob on April 9, 2007, 10:27 PM
For whatever it's worth, if they made a good quality Baron Fel I'd consider this a very worthy EU re-paint/re-pack.

Do it right Hasbro!
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: vadersfist28 on April 10, 2007, 03:21 AM
I am happy about them releasing one because i missed out on the first time so this would give me a chance to get one know.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jesse James on April 10, 2007, 04:40 AM
So long as you don't mind red stripes on it. :)

I now wonder if they'll keep to giving it the new accurate cockpit or if it'll have the battery pack.  They said new, but...  you never know.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Paul on April 10, 2007, 08:41 AM
If Hasbro will put a Saga Tie Pilot Head on a slightly modified DS Gunner body, I'll buy 12 just for the pilots....
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darth_Anton on April 10, 2007, 09:40 AM
The ship and figure will be perfect squadren leaders for me. Bring it on.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: commander apoc on April 10, 2007, 12:35 PM
YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

Finaly my Tie Collection complete....... fwew..... ;D
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Nicklab on April 27, 2007, 10:48 PM
I'm a little surprised that they've gone in this direction.  But then this could tie in with the concept of the Comic 2-packs that are out this year.  It gives me the sneaking feeling that this vehicle is going to include a generic pilot, and that the rumored Rogue Squadron comic 2-pack might include Baron Fel and a Rogue Squadron pilot.

Quote
QUESTION:  OK, Baron Fel. The image that accompanied the Star Wars Figure Stand 40-Pack News on hasbro.com/starwars showed his name on one of the stand stickers. Our question is, how will we get our hands on him? Is he coming in the rumored Rogue Squadron set in the Comic Packs line or as a pack-in with the TRU 181st Squadron TIE Interceptor coming this summer?

ANSWER:  Darn that battle stand list, it sure caused some problems we didn't anticipate! We can confirm that Fel *will* come in the 2-pack and that the TIE Interceptor will come with a figure, but it will not be Fel. Does that clear it up?


Wow.  That's kind of trippy.  :o
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darth_Anton on April 28, 2007, 09:47 AM
I'm sure it'll just be a regular TIE pilot (hopefully Saga sculpt.) Makes me wonder more about who's going to be the Baron companion in the 2-pack.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darby on April 28, 2007, 10:18 AM
If it's not a relatively new Wedge there's going to be some trouble.   >:(  I can't imagine who else it would be, but then this is Hasbro we're talking about, so.  Not to rag on them - the comic packs are the best things they've done in a long time.  Love 'em.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: JangoTat on June 22, 2007, 12:51 PM
new pic up on RS. question to those who know the ships background.....why is there little y-wings and x-wings painted on it? :S
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: iFett on June 22, 2007, 12:57 PM
Has nothing to do with the ship's background, it's just how many kills it has made.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jesse James on June 22, 2007, 02:03 PM
Yeah, which is odd in a way because it seems like they've just slapped one of each fighter type on there, nothing flashy...  Rogue Squad pilots have the same thing on their ship in the comics as well, like for instance Wedge has a bunch of fighter kill markings but also has a couple Death Star markings as well.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: JangoTat on June 22, 2007, 02:52 PM
oh cool. and i thought hasbro had just thrown it on for fun :P
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: evenflow on June 22, 2007, 06:26 PM
Anyone planning on picking up a few of these and would be willing to part with just one of the figures? Let me know  ;D
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Greg on June 23, 2007, 12:30 AM
This ship is looking very nice, even though the paint looks as if someone got bored and slapped four strips of red tape on the wings of a normal TIE Interceptor. I do, however, enjoy the kill marks on the side of the ship. I've always enjoyed that concept, especially on the Republic Gunship from the Clone Wars line. I can't wait to purchase this and display it chasing my X-Wing. The $30 price point and the pack in pilot makes me want to get two of these awesome ships, but I think I'm going to stick with one and try to purchase two of the $20 TIE fighters instead. 
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: roron corobb on June 23, 2007, 03:51 AM
I'm wagering the pilot shall blow though, as he's non-descript in the text there, and thus I dont' think we're getting a cool Baron Fel figure just yet. 

That's a pretty cynical stance on the matter.  I would think that Hasbro would repaint the Saga Gold TIE Pilot in 181st colors in this instance and pack that with this Interceptor.  I think that's one of the more underrated army builders we've gotten in the past 3-4 years.

If it were a better figure I'd agree...  It's an ok figure, but I don't really see it as "underated" at all since people liked it but it lacks a lot of the poseability (in the arms only though, it's close) of troopers...  but as army builders go it's short of greatness to me.  Needs work.  I thought it needed work in the arms department at the time of its release actually, and stand by that.  Nice sculpt though...  Given the Death Star Trooper though, it's not even in the ballpark with him.

But that aside, a TIE Pilot with a red stripe's...  "eh" at best even if he was a better figure I think, especially since the EU character these Int's are specifically related to really wasn't just a TIE Pilot with a red stripe...  It'd have been nice to get a little better figure but I also am one of the first ones to hate exclusive pack-ins too so that's a double-edged sword I guess.  It might mean Fel's on their radar though, which is nice for fans of his.

I have to agree with Jesse on the Saga TIE Pilot. He is a good figure, but the arm thing really bugs me. The right arm articulation is a joke as if you straighten the arm, it is shorter than his left. Why did they bother to articulate the arm (with that problem) is unknown to me. Other than the arms I can live with the figure. It would be cool if they redo the arms to correct the problem, but that will never happen. Most likely they will make a vintage version sometime in the future and suck more money out of everyone. He might even cost $14 or more as the way the prices on them keep raising.

I might pick one of these or not. I haven't made up my mind yet.

roron corobb
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jesse James on June 23, 2007, 04:42 AM
Cool would be if they take the DS Gunner figure from last year, make a chest armor piece w/chest box and removable helmet.  THAT would be a net TIE Pilot figure.  :)  Nicely articulated/neutral, and full removable gear like the DS Gunner.  And in theory the OTC Pilots would still be practical and blend in well, as the figure itself is pretty accurate, it just could be a better figure in general.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darth_Anton on June 23, 2007, 09:30 AM
Anyone planning on picking up a few of these and would be willing to part with just one of the figures? Let me know  ;D

I might need to do that with three of them. :P
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darby on June 23, 2007, 11:30 AM
That's exactly what I was thinking too, Jesse, the DS Gunner would be a good base for a new TIE Pilot.  I still like the Saga one, but we needs a new one. 
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: JediJman on June 23, 2007, 06:08 PM
If anyone is looking to get rid of one of two of the pack-in pilots, please shoot me a PM!
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jesse James on June 23, 2007, 06:25 PM
Could happen with me, I'll let everyone know.  Depends how easy to find the fighter is and what I can afford at the time.  I'd kinda dig two or three of the Int, as I'd like 2 normal ones and one for Fel at some point.  If I have extras I'll remember this thread.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darth_Anton on June 24, 2007, 09:41 AM
I had been thinkiing of picking up extra Barons to trade for the 181 pilots. I wonder if that will fly.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: jedipurge on June 25, 2007, 03:50 PM
Cool would be if they take the DS Gunner figure from last year, make a chest armor piece w/chest box and removable helmet.  THAT would be a net TIE Pilot figure.  :)  Nicely articulated/neutral, and full removable gear like the DS Gunner.  And in theory the OTC Pilots would still be practical and blend in well, as the figure itself is pretty accurate, it just could be a better figure in general.

Couldn't they just use the AT-AT pilot paint him up black and use the arms/legs of DS Gunner.  No real retooling/resculpting needed I'd think unless you want that helmet removable.  You'd have to change the hose on the helmet and that's it.  That's the kind of parts rehashing I wouldn't mind.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: CHEWIE on June 25, 2007, 04:07 PM
This TIE is an easy pass for me... running out of room for ships now, and if it's not something that really interests me, I'm not going to be making purchases like this one.  I really can't stand the stripes on this thing.  It just looks... out of place.  I do think the pilot looks nice, but I think I cold probably paint my own rather than spend the $$$ on this.

Now, this is a vehicle I can't wait to get a few of.  Somehow I'll find room for a handful of them -

(http://www.rebelscum.com/c4/c4hasbropreview/39.jpg)

 :P

Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jesse James on June 25, 2007, 04:22 PM
The AT-AT Driver and TIE Pilot have pretty distinctly different helmets and I believe their bodyarmor as well has significant differences also...  Not to mention the boots too now that I think about it.  So yeah I'd be happier seeing the Death Star Gunner used as the base, or at least his arms/legs since they're kind of "ideal" without super articulating them, and then from there  either a new body that incorporates removable armor/helmet, or a whole new torso since I don't know that the "hood" was on TIE Pilots from anything I can see in pictures.

But yeah, the AT-AT Driver's helmet, armor, and boots are pretty substantially different from the TIE Pilot's, so I don't think I'd be into that myself as a repaint.
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: jedipurge on July 6, 2007, 04:42 PM


But yeah, the AT-AT Driver's helmet, armor, and boots are pretty substantially different from the TIE Pilot's, so I don't think I'd be into that myself as a repaint.

Ya but then again the scout trooper is pretty different then the 41st Elite, yet Hasbro still tried to pass it off with a repaint.   :P
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jesse James on July 7, 2007, 03:13 AM
Doesn't make it "right" to me though, so I'm still against it (and waiting on a good/accurate 41st Elite Trooper in the meantime). ;)
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darth_Anton on July 16, 2007, 09:13 AM
It just occurred to me to paint over the red stripe to turn this ship into a standard fighter. The black will be easy, how hard would it be to match the gray?
Title: Re: 30AC TRU Exclusive TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darth_Anton on July 22, 2007, 10:00 AM
These have hit the shelves in Singapre accoring to a scummer (he has pleanty of proof.) Guess they're on their way then.
Title: Re: TRU 181st Squadron TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darth_Anton on August 5, 2007, 09:20 AM
Word on the street that these are shipping from TRU.com. Guess that mean it's time to keep an eye out at TRU.
Title: Re: TRU 181st Elite TIE Interceptor
Post by: evenflow on August 6, 2007, 09:51 AM
I hope i can just get the figure from somewhere.
Title: Re: TRU 181st Elite TIE Interceptor
Post by: JediJman on August 6, 2007, 11:23 AM
I hope i can just get the figure from somewhere.

Yah, the exclusive figure with vehicle I don't need concept is not sitting well with me.   :-\
Title: Re: TRU 181st Elite TIE Interceptor
Post by: CorranHorn on August 18, 2007, 10:18 PM
Just came home from TRU where I picked this guy up. Overall, it's a pretty great repaint of an already great fighter. I'm loving the fact we get an EU vehicle and one from the X-Wing Novels/Comics to boot! The paint apps on the kill marks on the cockpit are perfect on my fighter, not a blemish at all. The stripes on the wings are pretty good, but they are not even at the point between solar panels where there is the vertical ridge. The pilot is well painted as well, no blemishes either and I'm glad to see they used the SAGA sculpt this time. I'm stoked that I got this and was able to use the 20% coupon as well, so an added bonus as well. They are out there peoples, have at them!

(http://home.comcast.net/~negatech1/tru_tieint.jpg)
Title: Re: TRU 181st Elite TIE Interceptor
Post by: iFett on August 19, 2007, 10:53 PM
Well....At least one of us was able to find this thing before the coupon expired.. ::)    I assume they'll start stocking these things en masse this week.
Title: Re: TRU 181st Elite TIE Interceptor
Post by: Jesse James on August 20, 2007, 01:31 AM
Nice score Jason...

Looks good and I'm excited to get two or three.  I'd like (ideal) 3 so I could have Fel with one, maybe add a couple kill markings to it too including a cruiser and such, and then have two flanking him in a flight.  When the ship's good I'm all about picking up extras.  The only thing that would hold me back much is price...  Still, I have 3 Target TIE's and looking to get a 2nd TRU TIE at some point.  When it's done right, I'm all about extras, and the Interceptor's a great ship.
Title: Re: TRU 181st Elite TIE Interceptor
Post by: evenflow on August 20, 2007, 06:48 AM
I know i mentioned this much earlier in this thread somewhere but if someone is getting multiple ships and is willing to part with on eof the pilots let me know.  ;D
Title: Re: TRU 181st Elite TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darth_Anton on August 29, 2007, 09:14 AM
Cracked one of these open last night. Nice little ship, but not for $35. Seriously, why does this cost more than the Y-wing? It's my first "new canopy" TIE and I like that design. Now to remove those pesky stripes.
Title: Re: TRU 181st Elite TIE Interceptor
Post by: Darth_Anton on August 31, 2007, 09:21 AM
For what it's worth, I've removed the red stripe one of my Interceptors. Goof off worked, but it took a little elbow grease since the red paint is so thick. The only drawback is that it takes the weathered detail off as well, so I have a few very clean spots. I simply painted over the black.
Title: Re: TRU 181st Elite TIE Interceptor
Post by: Brian on September 13, 2007, 12:51 PM
I noticed yesterday that our local store did have these out on the shelves.  I was surprised how compact a box they put it in.  The pilot actually looked kind of cool, but I passed.  Not too bad of a ship though, but I'm happy with the previous Interceptor I have.  No sign of the Y-Wing at our stores yet, but I got on via TRU.com.