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NYTF 16: JAKKS Pacific Booth Images
We have a full video with Scott coming later tonight, but JAKKS Pacific again had some awesome Big Figs on display. The most impressive was the BB-8 with working lights that will retail for $49.99. Scott also let us now the first real “chase” figure is coming to the line and that is Classic C-3PO, complete with silver leg. The regular version will be with red arm from The Force Awakens. All lines will continue along with the 48″ scale, and there is even a new Darth Vader you will see in the video that spins and has a light up saber! More info soon!
JAKKS Force Friday images
Here is a quick roll of all the amazing JAKKS Pacific Episode VII product offerings!
1: Star Wars Episode VII BIG FIGS 20²
The new Gold Standard in kids action figure play is here! Value priced at only $19.99 SRP, JAKKS BIG FIGS stand between 18″ and 20″ tall and most figure includes 5-7 points of articulation, a signature accessory/weapon and real fabric capes. Our initial line up of figures from the new film includes:
Kylo Ren
First Order Stormtrooper
Poe Dameron
Captain Phasma
And while this wraps up our initial wave of figures from the new film (many more to come in both 2015 and 2016!), be sure to look our for additional Classic Star Wars offerings including Jedi Luke Skywalker, Greedo, Stormtroopers, an all new Sandtrooper and for the first time a single release of the Classic Tuskin Raider. You¹ll find these Classic figures in new Episode VII packaging look right along side the figures from The Force Awakens!
2: Star Wars Episode VII BIG ! FIGS Massive scale 31″ figures
Prices at only $34.99 SRP, t hese huge 31″ tall figures are the ultimate gift and will stand out in your man cave, play room or Star Wars base. Our 31″ Massive Big Figs have 5-7 points or articulation and a signature weapon ready for battle. For Episode VII we are offering two new figures:
Kylo Ren
First Order Stormtrooper
Yoda – the Jedi master himself is now in JAKKS 31″ Massive BIG FIGS line in scale with other 31″ figs at 20″. He comes with his lightsaber and removable robes.
R2-D2 – both a standard and deluxe version is available of everyone’s favorite Astro droid in scale to other 31″ BIG FIG Massive figures. The standard version features a rotating dome and articulated legs.($49.99, note price) and the deluxe version features 13 different cycles of lights, authentic movie sounds (beeps and whistles), and automated movement in his legs. I’ll post a video shortly of this amazing DELUXE BIG FIG. ($69.99, note price)
3: Star Wars BIG FIGS Colossal scale 42″ figures. $99.99 SRP
Here is something new and amazing! Standing at as whopping 48″ inches, our Colossal scale BIG FIGS are interactive with an amazing motion detection feature. When you enter the room, the will recognize your presence are respond with movie lines and sound effects! We have two offerings in this scale new for the fall:
-From the Classic Star Wars films, the Dark Lord of the Sith himself, Darth Vader. Vader includes two modes, friend and foe, letting you switch between threats and obedience to you his new master! A push button on the chest also manually actives the sounds. You can switch between friend and foe mode with a simple toggle switch on his belt.
-And from the new film Episode VII The Force Awakens is the Ne! w Order Stormtrooper. Ready to guard your man cave and capture an Resistance Fighters, the Stormtrooper has one mode (capture the good guys!), but the same motion detection feature as Darth Vader as well as a manual chest button that actives the same movie lines and blaster sound effects. The Stormtrooper also has an additional elbow joint to allow him to pose with his blaster at ³ready², and honestly look really flipping cool in any room like this!
Look for all the JAKKS BIG FIGS in 20″, 31″Massive scale and now new 48″ Colossal scales! Sold wherever fine toys can be found! Check out JAKKS.com for a complete look at all of our BIG FIGS for Star Wars and other brands as well as sneak peaks at upcoming new waves that will ship though out 2015 and into 2016 too!
Click below for the full gallery of over 35 images!
ASK JAKKS – August 2015
Scott Neitlich is the Director of Action Figure and Collector product at JAKKS Pacific. He reached out to select Star Wars sites and gave us the opportunity to participate in an Q&A Monthly session called ASK JAKKS, here is our latest segment. Enjoy, and if you have a question you want us to ask Scott, let us know!
Chris from YN: Do you have any plans or ideas about doing a life size Darth Vader or other character?
Scott: Right now our BIG FIGS scale rights stop at 48” so a life size version isn’t something you can expect from JAKKS anytime in the neat future.
C: Do you have plans on making more female characters? Leia and her various costumes, Padme, Mara Jade, Ahsoka, Sabine, Hera etc.?
S: We definitely want to get some females in the BIG FIGS line and we hope to have some news to announce for this soon!
C: Have you had any thoughts on more articulation, such as elbow and knee bend?
S: Yes we have thought of this and looked into it. The issue is that our BIG FIGS are value priced at $19.99 to be the new gold standard in kid play. Adding articulation, deo and accessories drives up this price point, so to execute a more detailed or articulated version of a BIG FIG might take a more deluxe execution. Something we are exploring but do not have details to announce right now.
SDCC items from JAKKS Pacific!
SDCC HOLO VADER sold at the Entertainment Earth Booth, only at SDCC
During the Battle of Hoth, Darth Vader maintains communications with his field commander General Veers via hologram transmission. Veers informs Lord Vader of the imminent destruction of the Echo Base shield generator and that Vader can bow begin his assault
NEW! From JAKKS BIG FIG 20” collection, and available first at SDCC 2015, comes Hologram Darth Vader! He features 7 points of articulation and collector level deco to help recreate the hologram effect of Vader’s infamous command. Want more? At 20” tall, this JAKKS Big Fig is the first time a Hologram Vader figure is “in scale” with the size of the actual “hologram” from the film! Letting you pose Vader on your desk just like he is giving orders right to you! Recreate the adventure of the Empire Strikes Back, only with JAKKS 20” BIG FIG Hologram Vader.
SDCC First Appearance Boba Fett $50.00, limit one per customer, sold ONLY at SDCC at the JAKKS booth in the Lucasfilm area
Boba Fett, Legendary Mandalorian Bounty Hunter has a long and colorful history. While many fans remember him from The Empire Strikes Back as well as his animate debut in The Star Wars Holiday Special, his true first appearance was as a member of the Star Wars delegation in the San Anselmo County Fair on September 24, 1978! At the time, Lucasfilm was headquartered at 52 Park Way in San Anselmo, about twenty minutes north of San Francisco. As part of harvest parade, Darth Vader and for the first time in public, Boba Fett, marched throughout the street waving to fans of all ages. The armor was worn by assistant film editor Duwayne Dunham and featured several noticeable difference such as the brightly colored blue jump suit, yellow and red armor highlights, as well as the “tribal marks” on his helmet; all altered for his later film appearances. JAKKS Pacific is excited to celebrate this legendary character and offer an articulated action figure of First Appearance Boba Fett or the first time ever!
Darth Vader Holographic 20-Inch Action Figure Convention Exclusive
Fresh from the Battle of Hoth, Darth Vader is ready to dominate your collection. Available only at the Entertainment Earth Comic-Con booth #2343, this limited edition Star Wars Darth Vader Holographic 20-Inch Action Figure – Convention Exclusive is a must-have for any Star Wars fan! This clear blue Sith Lord boasts seven points of articulation and a lot of Force power, plus the holographic deco of the figure helps recreate the transmission effect from Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back.
Standing 20-inches tall, this is the first-ever holographic Darth Vader action figure in scale with the actual size of the holograph signal used to communicate with General Veers in the film. Just think – your very own life-size hologram figure!
As you might expect, the Dark Lord of the Sith comes with his classic costume, complete with a silver chain on the cape around his neck.
Darth Vader is packaged in an amazing light-up box featuring an exquisite Battle of Hoth backdrop and silver foil highlights. Push the button on the box and this holographic transmission action figure comes to life!
NOTE: This item will only be sold at San Diego Comic-Con 2015 at the Entertainment Earth booth #2343. It will not be for sale on our website at any time.
Stop by our booth to get this spectacular figure for yourself!
ASK JAKKS – June 2015
Scott Neitlich is the new Director of Action Figure and Collector product at JAKKS Pacific. He reached out to select Star Wars sites and gave us the opportunity to participate in an Q&A Monthly session called ASK JAKKS, here is our second segment. Enjoy, and if you have a question you want us to ask Scott, let us know! If you missed it last month click here to read our May 2015 questions
Chris from YN: In the Big Figs lines do you have any plans or looked into doing some creatures, like Tauntaun, Dewback, or even Jabba in the 20″ 18″?
Scott: This is something that does fall into our contract rights and would be a ton of fun to do. Really the catch is that a retailer (or retailers) are needed to support such a large and expensive item. It doesn’t mean something like this is off the table, and we have had many discussions. We just don’t have specific plans to announce…yet.
C: In the Big Figs lines is there any chance we could see any small vehicles like a Landspeeder or Speeder Bike in 20″ 18″ line?
S: Pretty much the same answer as above. We have thought a lot about these type of things and would love to tackle them. It just takes finding the right retail partner or partners who would be interested in carrying this type of item to help get it out to collectors. Never say never!
C: Is there a place us fans can go to give you our feedback or any character suggestions to you? Like your Facebook or Twitter page?
S: Those are both excellent places. Our Facebook page is www.facebook.com/jakkspacific and our twitter handle is @jakkstoys.
New Big Figs Coming from Jakks Pacific?
Today, Jakks Pacific teased an image showing Luke, Greedo and Han Solo but did not say what size they will be in. Could they be the same ones we saw at NYTF this past February in the 18″-20″ scale, or were these 3 picked to be the next in the larger scale that could be either 31″ or 48″? Looking at the teaser and the images we took at NYTF, either someone at Jakks does not realize we have seen these (so why white them out) , or they indeed will be larger scale, possibly with “deluxe” like features.
ASK JAKKS – May 2015
Scott Neitlich is the new Director of Action Figure and Collector product at JAKKS Pacific. Last month, he reached out to select Star Wars sites and gave us the opportunity to participate in an Q&A Monthly session called ASK JAKKS, here is our first segment. Enjoy, and if you have a question you want us to ask Scott, let us know!
Chris from YN: Do you have any plans for other Star Wars product lines besides the various action figures and flash lights so far? Anything that you can share with us?
Scott: At this time our Star Wars focus in on our Big Figs lines which includes 20” (18”), 31” and 48” figures as well as the Flashlights. We do have some amazing expansions of our Big Fig lines and you can look for more details at the summer conventions this year!
C: With the various size action figures we are getting the Original Trilogy, Prequel Trilogy, Star Wars Rebels, and the EU so far. With such a variety on so few figures so far, how are you choosing who to make? Do you have a specific focus?
S: For retail releases in Star Wars we tend to focus on the most well known characters that will appeal to moms/dad and their kids, like Scout Troopers, Darth Vader, Ezra, Chewbacca and Boba Fett. For collector specific executions we hope to dig a little deeper in the character selection as well as offer more detail and accessories. We hope to have more news about collector specific Star Wars figures later this year!
C: We know there will be The Force Awakens product coming, can you tell us when we will start seeing those?
S: Sorry but we cannot comment on Episode 7 product at this time.
Celebration 2015: Around the Con Floor Final Image Gallery!
Here is our final image gallery from Celebration! We are working on a consolidate post with links to all our coverage (over 20 reports, galleries and videos) the last 4 days. Below has a little of everything in from Jakks, EFX, Hallmark, Bandai, 501st and just cool stuff we wanted to capture but didn’t fit in one specific area, so click and enjoy another 100+ images!