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Archbishop of Bologna!!!
The Gentle Giant statue is much more durable, standing up to rot and moisture....Naw, the figure itself would rot in store warehouses from not selling. Other than fap material for fans, it's a lame character.
The Gentle Giant statue is much more durable, standing up to rot and moisture....Naw, the figure itself would rot in store warehouses from not selling. Other than fap material for fans, it's a lame character.
The Gentle Giant statue is much more durable, standing up to rot and moisture....
Looking back at that announcement, they do seem to associate the potential Star Wars comment with the talk about next year's big announcements:
"In 2011, we will have even more breathtaking, overwhelming and unexpected licenses to be announced! Stay tuned!
THE FORCE IS STRONG WITH US!!!"
Meaning, it is very possible that they won't make this announcement, whatever it is, at their fair. But rather at some point in the next year. That could account for why they didn't spend more effort promoting the Star Wars acquirement in lieu of Indy.
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They most likely cannot make an official announcement yet.
I think it is most likely a much expanded collaboration between SS and HT. I don't think SS would give up the license without a major fight, the Star Wars license is probably responsible for the majority of their profits.
As I have stated many times, I would love HT to tackle the unusual bodies, like Chewbacca and droids, and the main characters, given their talents at sculpting and painting. At the same time I would like SS to continue to produce Aliens and Clones, which are their strong points.
Besides, we are all well aware that SS has many products slated for 2011; Dewback, IG-88 and other bounty Hunters, and I recall the mention of a Tusken Raider as well. If the license was going away, I don't think they would bother to develop any new product, though it would help to explain the second Gammorean Guard, being that it was a quick and easy release for them.
If its just "more of the same" then why shout "THE FORCE IS STRONG WITH US" in the context of "new" licenses they'll soon be announcing? They didn't do that when collaborating on the Star Wars clones, why start now?
When they teased the spoon they also teased a Batman symbol and Michael Jackson's Beat It shirt. Only the spoon was guessed incorrectly (and likely only by Western users.) The fact that some people guessed wrong once out of three teases doesn't exactly make Hot Toys' hints indecipherable.
In the interest of not getting my hopes disappointed I'm going to remain as skeptical as possible, but the evidence certainly points to them having acquired the SW 1/6 scale license to some degree (that is, a higher degree than simple collaboration on another base body.)
Looking back at that announcement, they do seem to associate the potential Star Wars comment with the talk about next year's big announcements:
"In 2011, we will have even more breathtaking, overwhelming and unexpected licenses to be announced! Stay tuned!
THE FORCE IS STRONG WITH US!!!"
Meaning, it is very possible that they won't make this announcement, whatever it is, at their fair. But rather at some point in the next year. That could account for why they didn't spend more effort promoting the Star Wars acquirement in lieu of Indy.
How about this:
If the announcement is Star Wars related, perhaps Hot Toys will be releasing DX versions of only the most iconic core characters that Sideshow has already released.
(Taking the example with the DX Indy announcement; Sideshow released a ROTLA Indy already and now HT is doing a DX version - and I believe it's the only Indy figure we'll get from HT)
Technically SS can't "revisit" their exclusive sold out editions - though they have stated they would like to in some way.
If HT releases DX versions of previous SS releases such as ROTS Anakin, ANH Han or Jedi Luke, there's a new option for those who want something more, SS keeps fans from complaining they are "re-hashing" past releases instead of releasing new figures, and both lines can co-exist satisfying fans of both camps; those who like what they have and those who want something new.
Plus Hot Toys can now tackle the more complex figures like Chewbacca and the droids, while Sideshow continues with their standard releases as usual.
Hot Toys gets a crack and keeps their line small as usual, Sideshow keeps the license and releases new figures, and fans have a choice. No one steps on anyone's toes.
Consider it the Ultimate Unison.
Too Idealistic?
That's probably whats going to happen IMO.
Bottom line is this kids.
Me personally? i'm super excited, Even if it's just collaborative. (cause that means MORE HT involvement.) Personally i would love to see the death of the SS line and full on HT 1/6 SW figs but that's me.
And if it's just Chubbies ___ you HT
How about this:
If the announcement is Star Wars related, perhaps Hot Toys will be releasing DX versions of only the most iconic core characters that Sideshow has already released.
(Take the example with the DX Indy announcement; Sideshow released a ROTLA Indy already and now HT is doing a DX version - and I believe it's the only Indy figure we'll get from HT - now broaden this concept to the Star Wars line)
Technically SS can't "revisit" their exclusive sold out editions - though they have stated they would like to in some way.
If HT releases DX versions of previous SS releases such as ROTS Anakin, ANH Han or Jedi Luke, there's a new option for those who want something more, SS keeps fans from complaining they are "re-hashing" past releases instead of releasing new figures, and both lines can co-exist satisfying fans of both camps; those who like what they have and those who want something new.
Plus Hot Toys can now tackle the more complex figures like Chewbacca and the droids, while Sideshow continues with their standard releases as usual.
Hot Toys gets a crack and keeps their line small as usual, Sideshow keeps the license and releases new figures, and fans have a choice. No one steps on anyone's toes.
Consider it the Ultimate Unison.
Too Idealistic?
ah oscorp isnt this meant to be sidefreaks not sideshow haters? but to each their own
Personally i would love to see the death of the SS line and full on HT 1/6 SW figs but that's me.
OSCORP said:And if it's just Chubbies ___ you HT
Bottom line is this kids.
No matter what the outcome of the announcement. Collaborative, full on 1/6, vehicles, etc. etc. (i don't think chubbies or ____ like that they would make a big deal of) It's good news.
And if it's just Chubbies ___ you HT
And if it is, bravo HT.
Guess we may see if the hubbub comes to anything in a week.
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