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Collectibles => 1:6 Scale Figures and Collectibles => Topic started by: Jeff on September 29, 2006, 12:50 AM
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Officially announced tonight via the Sideshow Radio podcast, she'll be after Snowbunny Padme. :)
Should be interesting to see how she turns out...
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Woah. :o Very cool. I can't wait for pics of her!
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Cool news, I like this choice. ;D
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This will go well with the character key. ;D
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Ooh! I wonder what line she'll end up in!
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Looks like I'll be picking up the Expanded Universe line minus Padme of course.
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Ooohhh...
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/10-06/previewasajj.jpg)
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From what I can see, it looks good. I am excited for this one.
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Ooh! I can't wait! Maybe a new line for her or Military. She wouldn't fit in anything else.
The bad thing is still no Vaders, Clones, Stormies or Fetts. :(
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Ooh! I can't wait! Maybe a new line for her or Military. She wouldn't fit in anything else.
The bad thing is still no Vaders, Clones, Stormies or Fetts. :(
My guess is that if they do not do an Expanded Universe line she will be in the Sith line.
As for your point about there not being Vader, Clones, Fett, etc... From a business stand point i think its smart. They know we want them and will buy them, so why not wait and release other characters in the mean time. Spread out the characters everyone wants and fill in the blanks to fulfill the appetite.
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I just assume they are waiting for 07 to bring all those characters our anyway. It's one of the reasons I'm gonna pass on figure like Asajj. I got to save some coins for the main characters I want. With that said though Asajj will probably be a kickass looking figure though. Maybe I will pick it up on the secondary market someday.
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Fully lit Asajj...
(http://www.jedidefender.com/news/images/10-06/fullasajj.jpg)
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Dang! She looks hot! 8)
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She looks very evil. ;D
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Any guesses for an exclusive?
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She looks great, but I think I'm going to pass on this one. There are a lot of other characters that I'll save my money for.
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I'm surprised they haven't released what the exclusive item will be yet. Order day is coming up quickly.
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Any guesses for an exclusive?
Mu guess is the box o' lightsabers that Dooku gave her.
She looks to be another fine addition to the collection. I'm stoked that we're finally getting another baddie, Vader's getting lonely (sooned to be joined by Maul).
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I can't believe they picked Asajj after the clearance fiasco that was the Unleashed version from Hasbro...
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I'm surprised they haven't released what the exclusive item will be yet.
From the latest Sideshow newsletter...
As a heads-up for our Star Wars Newsletter subscribers, we'd like to let you know that we will be posting a gallery of Asajj Ventress images in our Production Blog on Thursday, November 16th, 2006, at around Noon (Pacific Time)! Simply check our Production Blog on Thursday after this time to see the images - and be the first find out what the Sideshow Exclusive accessory will be!
So, we'll find out for sure on Thursday what the exclusive is... unless it's leaked today of course. ;)
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I can't believe they picked Asajj after the clearance fiasco that was the Unleashed version from Hasbro...
Meh, the Unleashed wasn't a very well done figure, IMO. This looks pretty nice. I haven't strayed into this line so I'll do my best to continue resisting. The image gallery rotating on Sideshow's site looks great.
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Yeah, they all look great until you receive them.
I've already quit this line because of the overuse of existing bodies, robes, and accessories.
Instead of tooling a Fett, stormie or Vader - they get greedy and tool a $500 Jabba set.
2007 is 30th anniversary of the original and we haven't seen any classic OT characters from Sideshow yet.
Poor product selection IMO - I'd be more than happy with a classic Leia in white robes and 'old' Obi Wan from ANH.
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Well, I've never seen a Sideshow 12" figure in person, so I can't say. I expect they are better than the vast majority of Hasbro stuff, but the later stuff I have from them is acceptable to me and requires no additional outlay of fundage. I'm happy with my Imperials and the old Ben they did near the end of that line is pretty nice in my opinion. Especially for $20.
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Yeah, they all look great until you receive them.
I've already quit this line because of the overuse of existing bodies, robes, and accessories.
Instead of tooling a Fett, stormie or Vader - they get greedy and tool a $500 Jabba set.
2007 is 30th anniversary of the original and we haven't seen any classic OT characters from Sideshow yet.
Poor product selection IMO - I'd be more than happy with a classic Leia in white robes and 'old' Obi Wan from ANH.
Haven't seen any "classic OT characters"? Luke Jedi, Han Bespin, Endor Troopers, Jabba, Boussh, Bib, Salacious Crumb (sort of).
That's 8.5 compared to I think 8 Prequel characters. I think they're mixing them up well, and I suspect we'll see more OT characters next year as well. I think Lucas is chalking the 30th anniversary as being "of the SW franchise" rather that "A New Hope" specifically. The Jabba Set IMHO is awesome...... all I need now is a Max Rebo Band and I'll be happy! And if you don't like it.. or the price... don't buy it.... you don't see ME waiting in line for a PS3 ;D
Oboewan
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So you counted the Endor troper as three? That's neglible. As well, Jabba (to me) is a statue - not a $50 figure.
Again, I said that we haven't seen any 'classic' OT characters. By classic, I mean core characters in their memorable garb. Luke in Tatooine garb, Han in his smuggler outfit, Old Ben with his jedi robes - figures like that.
And yes, I am voting with my dollars (or should I say, not voting).
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So you counted the Endor troper as three? That's neglible. As well, Jabba (to me) is a statue - not a $50 figure.
Again, I said that we haven't seen any 'classic' OT characters. By classic, I mean core characters in their memorable garb. Luke in Tatooine garb, Han in his smuggler outfit, Old Ben with his jedi robes - figures like that.
And yes, I am voting with my dollars (or should I say, not voting). /displaying?
Eh, I was on the fence about how to categorize the Endor Troopers... probaby should have just counted them as 1... 6.5/8 ratio .... I also didn't count the multiple Anakin's... I only got the Vader version (THAT was a cheapass move on SSC's part for sure!)
Luke, Han, Old Ben (I'd LOVE an old Ben) are still going to be using the same body/mold as all the others. As for Jabba- exactly what do you plan on doing (figurish) with your Sideshow pieces besides posing/displaying? I agree he might not have been the best choice of character to go for but I think they did an awesome job. I've always been partial to the non-SE Cantina/Jabba's scene, so for at this THIS collector, I'm quite happy with the choices. I don't know if SideShow is shying away from OT Classic figures that have been done decently by Hasblo (how many lukes and Ben Kenobi's do we have?) but it's a possibility. I DO hope that they will up the OT characters in '07 though.... with Asajj, Maul, and SnowBunny Padme, we're SO due for some OT fixes. I want to see a Chewie (all other 12" Chewie's are terrible!), Leia in Bespin Gown, Old Ben (but later down the line), Fett (although the Electronic Fett is pretty sweet already), Vader (again, the electronic version w/removable helmet is cool) and the Max Rebo Band to go with my Jabba's throne room. For one reason or another, I'm hooked on this line... and my poor wallet too!
That's the greatest thing about collecting... everyone has different levels and preferences... I'm even thinking of shelling out $$$$$$$ for the Collectors Fleet Super Star Destroyer I passed up for 16 bucks in Austin in 99. I'm an addict... is there any help out there?
Oboewan
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Exclusive = Alternate Comic Book head
(http://www.sideshowtoy.com/mas_assets/jpg/21131_press02-001.jpg)
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Damn, I really hope I'm back from a morning meeting in time to grab that exclusive. The other exclusives I didn't much care if I got the exclusive or not, but I would much rather have the comic book head to display.
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Very cool indeed. Sideshow continue to impress. ;D
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Yeah, this is a very nice figure. The exclusive is pretty nifty IMO. I want to see if they do bring out some classic figures like Ruiner mentioned above before getting this one. Gotta save mula somewhere.
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Dang! Just dang! Course I'll be at work when this all goes down & no doubt no access to a pc. :'(
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Dang! Just dang! Course I'll be at work when this all goes down & no doubt no access to a pc. :'(
Consider yourself covered.
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Cool, I just got my order confirmation. I really like the idea of the alternate portrait.
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Pre-Order placed. I think the alternate head was a nifty idea, and looks great. Asajj is one of those characters that could have had several choices for the Exclusive item, Dooku's lightsaber giftbox, her old Jedi Lightsabers.
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Picked up the exclusive version. Now Im gonna have to go back and get a Obi Wan for her to fight against.
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Dang! Just dang! Course I'll be at work when this all goes down & no doubt no access to a pc. :'(
Consider yourself covered.
Thanks Brent. 8)
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I got my exclusive version, but this was a tough one to get for me. I was at work so of course was ordering my phone, it took a while to finally get through.
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Ok I tried to pre-order this but it's not working? made an account, signed up for the newsletter and everyting but nothing. Did I miss a deadline or something I registered after work so not sure if that's a factor.
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Ok I tried to pre-order this but it's not working? made an account, signed up for the newsletter and everyting but nothing. Did I miss a deadline or something I registered after work so not sure if that's a factor.
You need to have the account for a few days before you're allowed to order. If you set up the account the day something went on sale, you won't be able to order via Priority Pre-order.
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Crap here's hoping it lasts the weekend I guess :'(.
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Got my order in for the exclusive yesterday. But man did those Sideshow servers get slammed! Even with streamlining their website they were running pretty slow. It took about 10 minutes from when I tried to get on the site until I was actually able to place my order. But when it got to the point where I could place my order things went through pretty well.
Now here's something that might be the cause of an *interesting* discussion. When Gentle Giant held their most recent online sales for their summer exclusives, there was a whole lot of complaining and comparing. Notably that Sideshow ran their operation much better. Well, looking at how things went yesterday for Asajj, I would definitely say they went better. But not that much better. You still had a load of people scrambling for the exclusive that was limited to 2,000 pieces. It seems like Sideshow has some better website architecture, but the volume of users still slammed them pretty well.
Now as for the exclusive, I like it. The one thing I'm wondering is whether or not Asajj falls into the Lords of the Sith line.
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>:( I was late had to go on the wait list for mine I collect all jedi fallen or not
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>:( I was late had to go on the wait list for mine I collect all jedi fallen or not
As long as you get on the waiting list asap, I say your chances are very good for your order to convert. I've heard of people's waitlist orders for various items converted weeks after they placed their name on the list.
Btw, Welcome.
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I was online a total of 10 minutes and got one....And I'm on DIAL UP !!!! ;D
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>:(THAT REEKS!!! >:( NO, I Must learn patience )In my experence Patience is over rated >:( Congrats to you anyway ;)
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Bad ass cool! 8)
(http://www.jedidefender.com/gallery/files/gallery/Conventions/Toy_Fair_2007/Sideshow_Collectibles/TF_2007_Sideshow_0009.jpg)
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Does anyone know when this is supposed to ship?
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I just recieved my "processing soon" email for this, to be in the warehouse within the next 25 days, this just a day after I get my "Pre-auth" note for Leia Bousch, to be in the warehouse within 3 to 5 days.
With these on top of the comicon exclusives, things are snowballing.
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Got my email too. Can't wait. ;D
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I go tmy e-mail too, looking forward to this one more than the Leia coming.
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I got my email of the non-exclusive I was able to snag... then got another email saying that my wait list for the exclusive came through... I cancelled the former and am now happily getting the exclusive Asajj!
Jeff
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I got my 3-5 day e-mail. I am excited about this one. I like the animated style head.
Scratch that, I got my shipping confirmation.
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My Asajj arrived while I was away on a trip. This is one awesome figure. The extra head is a great deal, it's like getting 2 figures for the price of one. I love the magnetic based lightsabers.
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Finally got my shipping notice. Should be here tomorrow.
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I received her this evening and am not disappointed! Her sculpt is perfect, the blades are magnetic so you can have a 'one blade' pose, the robe has the bendy thing in the hood so you can frame her face and the extra force hand looks awesome. The only down side (and it's a biggie) - her head started to tear on the inside when I tried to take it off. I tried everything I could think of to get it off so I could see the other head on her but no luck. I didn't plan on using it but hey, it would have been nice to have the option. Some quick pictures are below....
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t157/twilzia/IMG_3264.jpg)
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t157/twilzia/IMG_3271.jpg)
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t157/twilzia/IMG_3269.jpg)
(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t157/twilzia/IMG_3268.jpg)
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Asajj looks awesome, thanks for the pics & the notation on removing her head Beth. I can't wait to get her. 8)
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Asajj looks awesome, thanks for the pics & the notation on removing her head Beth. I can't wait to get her. 8)
Same here.. thought I suspect it will be a while since my order is a conversion from the wait list.
Sigh
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Got mine as well. My favorite so far. Now if they could make a accurately scaled Durge to go along with her that would be awesome.
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Asajj looks awesome, thanks for the pics & the notation on removing her head Beth. I can't wait to get her. 8)
Same here.. thought I suspect it will be a while since my order is a conversion from the wait list.
Sigh
Finally got mine! Now I can't decide which head looks best.... too many choices!
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This is exciting!!
I have been away for so long, nice to come back to this beautiful 12". ;)
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I received my exclusive Ventress today that Brent kindly helped me out with, man she is just awesome. Thanks Brent. :)