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2013 3 3/4" Black Series

Discussion in 'Collecting' started by PadmeLeiaJaina, Jun 9, 2013.

  1. whostheBossk

    whostheBossk Force Ghost star 4

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    Seen the Han & Leia once maybe. Most Walmarts in area (10 or so since i include work territory) don't have much BS. I did manage a Kylo Ren for $5 and Stormtrooper for $6.44. I would really like a Han, Leia and Luke for those prices as well, but here it is July and nothing?! Isnt a new wave supposed to be here? Are Rogue One toys released Sept.4th? I guess the Black Series could still be on the shelves then too.
     
  2. whostheBossk

    whostheBossk Force Ghost star 4

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    Walmart clearance much improved but i don't think by design. As i got the deals listed above plus Leia as Boushh today for $1 but the Mosep and X-Wing pilot were more and manager would not match.
     
  3. Darthmaul208

    Darthmaul208 Jedi Grand Master star 5

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    The next wave details have been released (through online stores not Hasbro, but Hasbro don't announce anything anymore!)

    At this point I'm pleased with this but others may not be.

    It's repacks of:
    TVC Ahsoka
    TVC Emperor's Royal Guard
    TVC Lando (General)
    TVC Admiral Ackbar


    Pretty good and Ahsoka and ERG are highly demanded by fans.
    Ackbar and Lando not so much but still great figures.


    I own Ackbar already but Ahsoka I've wanted for ages, Lando I'll pick up and the ERG I think I'll army build.


    http://www.jeditemplearchives.com/content/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=18446

    Release date unknown.


    England still hasn't received Wave Three or Four so no idea for us.
     
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  4. Juke Skywalker

    Juke Skywalker Force Ghost star 5

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    What the Force? Only four waves in and already going the re-pack route? Huh. Not a great sign. I don't mind mixing in a repack or two into a weave. Gives kids and collectors a second shot. But the entire wave...
     
  5. Darthmaul208

    Darthmaul208 Jedi Grand Master star 5

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    Wave One?

    Wave One consisted of repacks- TVC Jedi Luke, Chewbacca, 05 Vader.

    Wave Three also repackaged TVC Endor Han.


    Repacks have always been apart of TBS, or any series for that matter.



    ERG and Ahsoka have been in demand since their initial release. Ackbar and Lando are a little strange.
     
  6. Juke Skywalker

    Juke Skywalker Force Ghost star 5

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    I don't mind a mix, but a full wave of repacks at that price point? And mix in crummy distribution. I wish Hasbro luck.
     
  7. Darthmaul208

    Darthmaul208 Jedi Grand Master star 5

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    If they manage to make them TVC quality then they are worth that price point.

    On the aftermarket, ERG and Ahsoka aren't cheap- we're talking over £50 here so compared with TBS prices it's still a steal.


    Distribution will be a pain in the *** as always but I guarantee the ERG and Ahsoka sell through. Lando and Ackbar I don't know what will happen, likely pegwarming.
     
  8. Juke Skywalker

    Juke Skywalker Force Ghost star 5

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    And that is the best case for the repack right there; giving collectors a second shot at figures at retail. I can see Ahsoka being popular, as she's been hot again since showing up on Rebels and the Royal Guard is, as you say, an army builder. But Ackbar is just a head scratcher.
     
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  9. PadmeLeiaJaina

    PadmeLeiaJaina Force Ghost star 6

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  10. whostheBossk

    whostheBossk Force Ghost star 4

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    Cannot wait for these to show up! Probably wont be until later this or next month.

    Still holding off on Starkiller base Han and Leia who I've seen a couple in stores and now at the $10.83 price. Hoping to get them at $6.83 like my FO Stormtrooper.
     
  11. Gamma626

    Gamma626 Jedi Grand Master star 4

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    I wouldn't be surprised to see Ackbar in Rogue One. Maybe he'll even be wearing that costume.
     
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  12. Juke Skywalker

    Juke Skywalker Force Ghost star 5

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    Gamma626, yeah, w/the focus on the Alliance leadership (we've already seen Mon Mothma in the trailers) I'd say there's a chance we'll see Ackbar and maybe a few other familiar Rebel faces.
     
  13. Kyle Katarn

    Kyle Katarn Force Ghost star 6

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    I found a Black Series TFA Han, Leia, and Phasma at Wal Mart for $10.83 each. Finn is still keeping those pegs nice and warm.
     
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  14. Blur

    Blur Jedi Grand Master star 4

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    Very happy with this news. I never got any of these figures, and especially wanted the TVC ERG, Lando General, and A. Ackbar. Superb. Hopefully I'll be able to find them @ retail, however.
     
  15. whostheBossk

    whostheBossk Force Ghost star 4

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    Decided I better pick up the TFA Leia.
     
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  16. Juke Skywalker

    Juke Skywalker Force Ghost star 5

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    Yeah, saw that this morning. A great big shelf talker announcing "Price Drop". I also noticed that the similar price drop they had done for the 6" Black Series earlier in the year was over and they were back to $18.93 (Just in time for the Rogue One wave [face_plain]!) , so this is likely a temporary thing. The former is definitely good news for 3 3/4" Black Series collectors. Hopefully all of your local Wal-Marts are well stocked so you can take advantage of it.
     
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  17. Blur

    Blur Jedi Grand Master star 4

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    Got the new TBS 3.75" Admiral Ackbar & General Lando (ROTJ) @ Wal-mart today; both are amazing figures. They're Wal-mart exclusives, and are re-packs of TVC figures from Fall 2012 (online-only).
     
  18. Darthmaul208

    Darthmaul208 Jedi Grand Master star 5

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    And here's your next wave (6):

    [​IMG]


    Soon for you Americans but meanwhile in England:

    [​IMG]


    Still no sign of Wave Three, let alone Four and Five!
     
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  19. Darth Kronos

    Darth Kronos Force Ghost star 6

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    Can't wait, especially for that Death Trooper. God, it looks amazing.

    Also, I was able to find myself a 3.75 inch Captain Phasma! [face_dancing] Grabbed her as quickly as I could, considering there were two left.

    They also had some old Han Solo's, two General Leia's, a ****load of the Endor Han's, and one lightsaber construction Luke. I didn't pick them up, though, because they don't seem to be in high demand.

    Oh, yeah, there was one Rey on the peg, but I already got her a while back.

    Hope I'm not making you too jealous! [face_mischief]
     
  20. Darthmaul208

    Darthmaul208 Jedi Grand Master star 5

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    Still Nothing!:

    [​IMG]
     
  21. LAJ_FETT

    LAJ_FETT Tech Admin (2007-2023) - She Held Us Together star 10 VIP - Former Mod/RSA

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    I'll be checking local stores tomorrow while I'm in town but I'm not gonna hold my breath. Entertainer will probably resemble the skeleton pic above..
     
  22. Blur

    Blur Jedi Grand Master star 4

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    Very cool about the R1 wave of TBS 3.75" figures - I'll definitely be getting at least 2 Deathtroopers - that trooper design is extremely cool, and may be my favorite SW trooper of all time....even though the film hasn't even come out yet.
     
  23. whostheBossk

    whostheBossk Force Ghost star 4

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    Scored a few Ahsoka's and Emperor's Royal Guards last week. Haven't seen any since. Cannot wait for this next wave...gonna be epic with the two troopers. Still passed on TFA cold weather gear Han although left in "special" spot.
     
  24. LAJ_FETT

    LAJ_FETT Tech Admin (2007-2023) - She Held Us Together star 10 VIP - Former Mod/RSA

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    Been seeing TV ads for Argos' (UK) Christmas catalog - going to check it out for SW stuff when I am in town later in the week. They did have a Rogue One display last time I was there but it seemed to be mostly Lego.
     
  25. Darthmaul208

    Darthmaul208 Jedi Grand Master star 5

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    @LAJ_FETT
    Wrong thread pal!

    Argos have everything apart from TBS 3/4 (asda) and the various exclusives. They have a mini guide available so if you're looking for something in particular just ask and I'll look.
    ADVICE don't buy your figures from there. They are £10 there whereas at TRU and other places they are at £8.


    And a little update no new TBS.