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Gentle Giant / Re: And The Mystery Ent. Earth Exclusive Is....
« on: September 11, 2012, 09:52 PM »
I am thinking it definitely has to be a cancelled item that EE picked up - so there are some great guesses in this thread.  Hopefully Hasbro gave EE a good deal on it since, iirc, Hasbro kinda screwed over EE with the whole Mandalorian Shuttle fiasco which lead to EE cancelling a lot of orders.

My recollection from CVI was that Hasbro claimed to be "disappointed" that EE elected NOT to accept orders on these or something to that effect. Like, they were ready to provide product and EE backed out at the last minute, or balked at the minimum orders or something.

So the distinct implication was that it was a decision by EE, not Hasbro, that ended up being responsible for all those canceled orders. (mine included)

I'm all for the rumored idea of re-releasing the shuttle as a UBP with a squad of Mandos and maybe another ship to help fill things out. That would certainly push it past the $50 mark.

Better not be some damn Fighter Pod thing is all I know!

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The Vintage Collection / Re: K-Mart Vintage Ewok/AT-ST Driver 2-Packs
« on: September 11, 2012, 09:45 PM »
I just read at Sir Steves Guide on Facebook that these have been found out at K-Mart stores now.  Anyone here dare step foot in a K-Mart and find one yet?

I strapped on my flak vest and hit one up at lunch because there was a posting over at RS about someone finding the Republic Dropship Class I set there, but of course there was nothing going on at the one near me.

I saw a couple of AT-ST's, but no shelf tag or anything portending any new arrivals otherwise.

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In between posts raving about how x-store is stepping it up because somewhere one outlet actually got new product in. If they lived where I do, they'd probably never have any store reports.

LOL, that is too true. "Hey, I found something in a store! Ergo, these are hitting HARD EVERYWHERE NOW! What's wrong with you that you can't find this stuff?!?!"

Weakeners.

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The Clone Wars '08-'13 / Re: Target "Darth Maul Returns" Battle Pack
« on: September 11, 2012, 08:58 AM »
Anyone else wanting to ditch the Nightsister, hit me up... She's the only figure I want, though I'd consider Savage too.

You're welcome to my Savage, but I don't think $8 will cover the shipping from VA. PM me if interested and we can discuss terms... :)

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I wouldn't worry about not being able to find one of these things...they are not likely to move at all until closer to the holidays. if then. The ones around here have been gathering dust since they were stocked.

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Gentle Giant / Re: And The Mystery Ent. Earth Exclusive Is....
« on: September 10, 2012, 02:42 PM »
I'm guessing some sort of multi-pack with 7 or so figures.

Clone Wars Bounty Hunter Multipack?

...and then I woke up.

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JD Sports Forum! / Re: NFL 2012-2013
« on: September 10, 2012, 09:22 AM »
19-26
320 yds
2 TD's
0 INT
139.9 passer rating

40-32

Take that, national pundits!

 ;D

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The Clone Wars '08-'13 / Re: Target "Darth Maul Returns" Battle Pack
« on: September 10, 2012, 09:16 AM »
I cracked my extra set open last night, probably the last Clone Wars toy I will open this year, although I might consider getting a spare Dropship if they should ever materialize.

Mighella came out well, I guess if you knew the character you would be pleased with the interpretation? It doesn't seem like they put much effort into tweaking her to get closer to the Mother Talzin character. I guess even minor re-tooling costs aren't part of the budget for this line anymore though.

As a figure though, it's a good effort, plenty of articulation compared to the other stuff coming out now. I like that the back feathers are removable, but I still don't see the point of the lightsaber. They should have left that one out and packed in Oppress' instead.

Not at all surprised, but nonetheless disappointed they didn't see fit to tweak Savage even a little, was hoping for the cut horn and amulet, but figured that was a long shot.

Maul came out pretty well too. The legs are a little wonky making it somewhat hard to pose, but they did a good job with the articulation (11 POA) so it's pretty flexible for posing. I really think the figure suffers from a lack of torso/waist articulation though. At least you can display him with the screen accurate half-lightsaber though.

All in all, considering how things are going with this line now, it's a solid effort, good value, and likely as interesting as anything we are going to get going forward, sadly. 


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The Clone Wars '08-'13 / Re: Target "Darth Maul Returns" Battle Pack
« on: September 9, 2012, 10:56 AM »
Dang, I was hella excited to come post that I found these this morning but Phruby beat me by a whole day!

My Target had six on the shelves as well, must be that many packed to a case.

I bought two on the spot, but I may look to upgrade the one I am keeping unopened. This new Battle Pack box design is brutal for MOC collectors.

Super looking forward to opening this one tonight though!

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The Clone Wars '08-'13 / Re: Recent Clone Wars Finds/Purchases
« on: September 7, 2012, 08:17 PM »
Picked up Scuba Ahsoka this afternoon at Kohl's for $14.99. It was "on sale" for 10% off though, so it actually came to around $13.50 plus tax. What a deal!

I have my MOC and opener already, this one is for another local collector. I can officially ignore these going forward...

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Watto's Junk Yard / Re: The Official Space Exploration Thread
« on: September 7, 2012, 10:32 AM »
Where's the inanimate carbon rod when you need it?

 ;)

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Middle Earth / Re: The Hobbit - Toy Line
« on: September 7, 2012, 10:30 AM »
I see a ton of pics and listings up at TRU now...they must be in the process of updating...

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Watto's Junk Yard / Re: Super Hero/Comic Book Movies
« on: September 6, 2012, 07:41 PM »
I like Viggo, but I don't see it. Strange should be played by a svelter, darker haired dude.

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The Clone Wars '08-'13 / Re: Recent Clone Wars Finds/Purchases
« on: September 6, 2012, 07:33 PM »
Made the obligatory weekly stop at TJ MAXX and it appears they got in another refresh of TCW battlepacks and deluxe sets. Saw the Freeco/AT-RT/BARC/Separatist Droid Speeder for $9.99 and at least 3 Defend Kamino sets for $12.99 each.

Would love to see some Scout Bombers show up here someday.

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The Clone Wars '08-'13 / Re: Target "Darth Maul Returns" Battle Pack
« on: September 6, 2012, 10:48 AM »
Thanks Jayson, that is a pleasant surprise.

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