Wave 17 (1) 2018 Vintage Collection Review

Release: April 13th 2018

The Vintage looking card backs are cool with decent images of the figure on them from the film, they also include the Vintage logo, unfortunately nowadays there has to be lots of information in different languages and half of the back is taken up with warnings. The card stock is slightly thinner than the original vintage collection however over all not too bad, you will need to be careful storing them.

For the first release of figures they are not as exciting as I thought they would be as there are 5 rereleases and one new figure, hopefully the next wave will be an improvement.

The figures are all highly detailed and have good articulation, thus they are not the cheapest figures released, I got these for £79.99 = £13.33 each.

As said most are repacks of other lines but its the packing that makes this collection, returning to the Vintage Kenner type card backs.

VC121 Supreme Leader Snoke TLJ

Snoke is a brand new figure and for 3.75" is well done. Snoke does look fleshy and the scar on his head is very good. Underneath his gold robe he is wearing a white jump suit with goold slippers. On his left hand he is wearing a ring. The collar uses a peg to adhere to the robe and can be removed. The robe cannot be removed. A nice figure overall.

VC120 Rebel Soldier (Hoth) ESB

This figure was originally released in a battlepack a few years back (8/9years?). Helmet is removable, accessories include a pistol, rifle and a back pack. Overall a very detailed figure. The actor on the card is Carl Bang, he was 17 when the picture was taken.

VC119 Jyn Erso R1

A re issue of Rogue One Jyn Erso maybe with slight paint variations. Her weapon is a pistol or rifle, the 3 pieces when put together make the rifle. A decent detailed figure if not the most flattering picture of Jyn from the film.

VC118 First Order Stormtrooper TFA

Comes with a side arm and main blaster, paint could be better, seems to be smudges around legs and helmet, for a more expensive figure it should be better.

VC117 Kylo Ren TFA

Choice of sabre, unlit or lit. Same mould as the original version.

VC116 Rey (Jakku) TFA

Rey comes with a change of head, one covered the other not, also a back pack and staff. It may have been a good option to have the choice of hands, gloved or not. Another nice figure.

Overall Wave 1 or 17 is a great addition in my opinion. Very glad it has come back as it allows me to build up my own collection and have figures from newer films, usually I'm only interested in the pre 1985 figures, I will be collecting these as this new collection generally looks pretty good.

Solo Movie Trailer

In cinemas May 25th

Does Chewie survive?

Looking forward to this film very much.

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2018 Vintage Collection Wave 1 (Wave 17)

These are the Six Figures in the first wave of the new Vintage Collection. The characters are 3 3/4-inch action figures in a vintage Kenner package design. Looking good.

This is the start of my new collection.

Including: Rebel Soldier (Hoth), Rey, Kylo Ren, Snoke, FO Stormtrooper and Jyn Erso.

Going to try a video review for these figures soon.
Wave 2 is on pre order;

Han Solo
Enfys Nest Solo
Combat Tank Driver R1
Death Trooper R1

Then looking forward to Wave3
Range Trooper Solo
Dr Alpha Marvel
Cassian Andor R1
Luke Skywalker  TFA

Nikto ROTJ 1983

The Nikto people are a humanoid species from the planet Kintan who have scaly skin, black eyes, and symmetrical horns and spikes on their faces. Subspecies include Green Nikto (Kadas'sa'Nikto) and Red Nikto (Kajain'sa'Nikto).Niktos are first introduced in Return of the Jedi (1983) in the form of Klaatu, a Green Nikto who serves Jabba the Hutt. Red Nikto appear in The Phantom Menace (1999), Attack of the Clones (2002), and Revenge of the Sith (2005). Ima-Gun Di is a Red Nikto Jedi Master in Star Wars: The Clone Wars.

Accessories:

• Force Pike

Palpatine - The Emperor 1984

Though outwardly appearing to be a well-intentioned public servant and supporter of democracy prior to becoming Emperor, he is actually Darth Sidious, the Dark Lord of the Sith – a cult of practitioners of the dark side of the Force previously thought to have been extinct for a millennium in the Star Wars galaxy. As Sidious, he instigates the Clone Wars, nearly destroys the Jedi, and transforms the Republic into the Empire. He also manipulates Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker into turning to the dark side and serving at his side as Darth Vader. Palpatine's reign is brought to an end when Vader kills him to save his son, Luke Skywalker.

Accessories:

• Walking Stick

Rogue One 2016 Clearance Finds (QS)

Several of the "VS" multi packs from the Rogue One Collection found in clearance and bought for me.
The Rogue One toy line was officially launched on September 30th, 2016.

Moroff vs Scarif Stormtrooper Squad Leader

Moroff seeks out combat zones to sell his brawn and firepower to anyone who might need it. The mighty Gigoran mercenary figures there’s money to be made for a towering heavy gunner.
These specialist stormtroopers are stationed at the top secret Imperial military headquarters on Scarif, Shoreroopers patrol the beaches and bunkers of the planetary facility.

Rebel Commando Pao vs Imperial Death Trooper

An amphibious Drabata, the fierce Commando Pao charges into battle with a full-throated battle cry of “Sa’Kalla!” He joins the Rogue One team on its historic mission to secure the Death Star plans.
The elite soldiers of Imperial Intelligence, Death Troopers are encased in specialized stormtrooper armor with a dark, ominous gleam. These soldiers serve as bodyguards and enforcers for Director Krennic, a highly placed officer within the Advanced Weapons Research division of the Empire.

Snowtrooper Officer vs Poe Dameron

Poe Dameron, ace pilot, is a leader in the Resistance’s fight against the evil First Order. He soars into battle behind the controls of a modern X-wing fighter.
The latest generation of cold-weather assault Stormtroopers, Snowtrooopers wear advanced insulated armor and helmets that reduce the glare of icy terrain.

More photos to follow.....

2018 Vintage Collection

Must be getting near now!

 

Jawa with Ronto 1997

The figure is easily distinguishable from other Jawa figures - because there is only one hole in the bottom of it.

The hood has see-through plastic in the top - so when light shines through - it lights up the eyes yellow.

Hot Wheels Star Wars Hero Starship 4-Pack

1. Ghost from Star Wars Rebels 2. Obi Wan's Jedi Star fighter 3. Rebel Snowspeeder 4. Millenium Falcon

Hot Wheels 2015 Star Wars Ships 2-Pack Imperial Star Destroyer vs Mon Calamari Cruiser

Han Solo 1978 - Smuggler to Alliance Leader SW ANH

Date Stamp: 1977
Release Date: 1978

Han Solo was a male Human smuggler from the planet Corellia who achieved galactic fame as a member of the Rebel Alliance and later the New Republic. Born on Corellia, he was orphaned at an early age and taken by the pirate Garris Shrike to serve on his crew. He was treated cruelly, and served Shrike for many years before escaping while in his teens. Solo became a smuggler, and fell in love with Bria Tharen, though she left him due to her duties to the Rebel Alliance. Solo then entered the Imperial Academy at Carida, serving with distinction. He was kicked out, however, when he stopped an Imperial officer from beating a Wookiee named Chewbacca with a neuronic whip for resisting capture. In gratitude, the Wookiee swore a life debt to Solo, protecting him with his life and a bond of friendship formed between the two that was unbreakable. Solo became a smuggler once again, with Chewbacca at his side. Piloting the upgraded and customized the Millennium Falcon, which he won in a game of Sabacc against Lando Calrissian, his future ally, he became known as one of the best smugglers in the galaxy.(Wookeepedia)

Variants include a small and large head, this is the large head version.

 Accessories:

• Blaster

Bandai Taikoyaku Stormtrooper

As the name suggests, Taiko Yaku comes carrying a Japanese war drum (“taiko”). Fashioned at his waist is a conch shell, ready at any second to signal troops to attack! Traditionally, the Taiko Yaku was a vital member who kept the rhythm and maintained the troops formation.

Interchangeable hands for different poses.

Bandai Ashigaru Stormtrooper 2015

Introducing the “Ashigaru” (foot solider in Japanese) Stormtrooper. In this interpretation, Samurai Vader’s foot soldiers of the empire clad in far-gone Japanese feudal era attire and armament.