Hot Toys MMS437 - Episode III ROTS Anakin Skywalker 1/6 Collectible Figure

[SilverStar17]

Obi-Wan is a given. I'm more curious about how deep into the prequels Hot Toys goes for figures. I mean they jumped right to the third film for their first reveal. Granted it's probably one of the most anticipated prequel figures but I wonder how much they'll do for the first two films.

Maybe Qui-Gon, Obi-Wan, and Maul for The Phantom Menace. I doubt they'd release young Anakin or Padme. Second film Obi-Wan, Anakin, Mace Windu, Jango, and Dooku. Possibly a Padme and maybe a Yoda. Third film besides Anakin and Obi-Wan maybe Palpatine prior to becoming the Emperor and another Vader. Then of course sprinkle in various Clones for the whole trilogy.

I'm not surprised they jumped right to Episode III first.

Anakin is obviously the main character that Episodes I-III are centered around (and in some respects I-VI) and out of I-III, III is generally regarded as being his most popular look, since that is when he was in full Jedi form.

Like I said and you echoed, RotS Obi-Wan is a given. And it'll be RotS simply to match the RotS Anakin release. I also imagine that a Darth Maul is pretty much a certainty, as he seems to be one of the more popular SW villains in general and has the iconic double bladed lightsaber. Everything else in my opinion, is kind of up in the air. I don't imagine they will release another Anakin, being that RotS seems to be the most popular look for him, as mentioned. I don't think an AotC Anakin would sell very well. Qui-Gon, Windu (either AotC or RotS), AotC Obi-Wan, TPM Obi-Wan, Yoda (either AotC or RotS), AotC Dooku, Clone Trooper, Jango. All those to me are ones I can't necessarily say they'd do for sure, but have good possibilities.

RotS Anakin (obviously), RotS Obi-Wan and a TPM Darth Maul are all ones I think that are for sures. And those are also coincidentally actually the only ones I'd have an interest in.

 

[Mike86]

RotS Anakin (obviously), RotS Obi-Wan and a TPM Darth Maul are all ones I think that are for sures. And those are also coincidentally actually the only ones I'd have an interest in.

I told myself I wouldn't cave but I'm probably going to end up with a few Prequel Trilogy characters. All the ones you said and Dooku. I'd also consider Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan (from Episode I) to go with Maul maybe.

 

[SilverStar17]

I told myself I wouldn't cave but I'm probably going to end up with a few Prequel Trilogy characters. All the ones you said and Dooku. I'd also consider Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan (from Episode I) to go with Maul maybe.

The only PT film I really liked was RotS, so a RotS Anakin and Obi-Wan is a no brainer to me (even though I did kind of balk at first on the Anakin figure and had second thoughts on PO'ing). Plus I think their lightsaber duel was the most pivotal moment in the entire SW universe, so I want that represented in my overall SW collection. DM is a cool villain and has that iconic double bladed saber, so I'd have an interest in him. Qui-Gon I thought was both interesting and funny, so MAYBE him. I'm certain that would be it though. I wouldn't have an interest in any other PT Obi-Wan figures; RotS and ANH Obi are good enough for me to represent the character in his prime and from the OT. Any other OT figures that they possibly also make PT figures of, I'd definitely pass (Yoda, Sidious, etc.).

 

[Khev]

If I ever condescended to purchasing any prequel character it would absolutely not be any character who also appeared in the OT. The easiest PT characters for me to stomach were those that were made from scratch. I'd even accept silly characters like Jar Jar and Nute Gunray before abominations like Jango and his lame son.

 

[sithlord13]

I don't see darth maul coming any time soon- the sideshow ones are nice and naboo duel version was recent.

Padme aotc I could see - she is very iconic in that outfit.

But to be honest I'm not that interested. Maybe Count dooku ?

Republic commandos in full Kartan delta squad colours?

 

[Wor-Gar]

HT has to do Maul -- Sideshow left it wide open for a cloaked Tatooine Maul, which is what everyone wanted anyway.

I see Obi-Wan and Maul both sneaked (if not offered) before end of year. ESPECIALLY considering the one-day sell-out of Anakin at BBTS.

 

[snoop101]

BBTS selling out of PO's in the first few days is nothing new, it happens with quite a few HT figures.

 

[Wor-Gar]

BBTS selling out of PO's in the first few days is nothing new, it happens with quite a few HT figures.

I still think its a good sign.

 

[Luminous]

BBTS selling out of PO's in the first few days is nothing new, it happens with quite a few HT figures.

Yeah, but didn't this sell out in less than 48 hours? Or am I mistaken?

 

[Johnny Utah]

Obi-Wan from all 3 please. Plus Dooku, Jango, Liam and Maul.

 

[Khev]

Obi-Wan from all 3 please. Plus Dooku, Jango, Liam and Maul.

You want a figure of that one little kid in AOTC whom Yoda asked to dim the lights?

 

[Wor-Gar]

I just want half that kid.... post Anakin slaughter to lay at my doll's feet.

 

[Mike86]

Yeah, but didn't this sell out in less than 48 hours? Or am I mistaken?

I think you're right. Still though I don't know if it's a big indication of a lot more to come. If it was waitlisted on Sideshow it'd be different but BBTS probably doesn't order that many. Alter Ego Comics shows like 30 some are still available so maybe they got like 50 to start. Not sure how that would compare with BBTS but I can't see them taking huge orders on sixth scale figures. Maybe I'm wrong though.

 

[Luminous]

I think you're right. Still though I don't know if it's a big indication of a lot more to come. If it was waitlisted on Sideshow it'd be different but BBTS probably doesn't order that many. Alter Ego Comics shows like 30 some are still available so maybe they got like 50 to start. Not sure how that would compare with BBTS but I can't see them taking huge orders on sixth scale figures. Maybe I'm wrong though.

Good point. I want one but I would rather avoid dealing with Sideshow. I guess I'll see what my Reward Point situation is in after IS Vader comes in.

 

[Mike86]

I normally go with Sideshow or BBTS but with this figure I don't want to commit to the NRD. Might try Alter Ego for the first time.

 

[Star-Crunch]

You want a figure of that one little kid in AOTC whom Yoda asked to dim the lights?

Only a true PT fan would remember that

 

[SilverStar17]

This will be the other Anakin figure that gets made, not AotC or a BD RotS variant.

Spoiler

TLJ Force Ghost Anakin, as apparently recently teased through merchandise via Amazon that was immediately taken down.

 

[snoop101]

I normally go with Sideshow or BBTS but with this figure I don't want to commit to the NRD. Might try Alter Ego for the first time.

Alterego is a good company to deal with, never had any problems with them.

 

[NASEDO]

Hopefully little Ani is next with his Pod racer.

 

[DarkChocobi]

Little Ani Ep1 -> Padawan Anakin Ep2 -> Jedi Knight Anakin Ep3 (done) -> Sith version Anakin ??? -> Darth Vader (many versions).

Same as my signature, I would love to display the transformation of Anakin since he was still young kid in Tatooine, adopted by Qui Gon Jinn, trained as Obin Wan's apprentice later..his jounery to become Jedi Knight-> Republic hero in Clone Wars and his downfall as powerful Sith Lord Darth Vader. That would be my dream as always