Star Wars needs an introductory line for the 1:18 scale. How many 8 year olds are clamoring for TVC figures right now? Or their parents who are not existing collectors?
I’ve seen Hasbro’s Marvel Epic Hero Series figures. They’re not up to the standards of the old Marvel Universe line, but they’re not garbage. They’re an introductory series that can offer vehicles that won’t break the bank. In fact , I already have some of the Marvel Epic Heroes figures from GotG volume 3. I need to compare them for height with some current TVC figures. I think some people might be getting unnecessarily hung up on the 4” figure thing.
This line makes sense in advance of the release of the “Skeleton Crew” series. That’s supposed to feature a number of kids in the cast. A line like this seems like it could support that Disney+ series in real time and reach that broader audience.
Plus, this line could be a way to get more 1:18 scale vehicles back on the shelves of the big box retailers. Lots of collectors recognize what junk the electronic 12” figures are, but they’re keeping that lower shelf space that used to be occupied by vehicles. A vehicle line that consists of ships that are all priced above $100 is not friendly to the market. TVC vehicles have been amazing, but they get released at a very slow rate. A $30 to $40 assortment of vehicles is much more accessible to the broader market and has the potential to generate volume sales. I don’t think for an instant that this will replace the Vintage Collection, but it can definitely help build out worlds at a more affordable price point.
