Recession means core wants

[thenammagazine]

The line has been around for how many YEARS now? And not a single damn droid, wookiee, or anything else iconic that screams "Star Wars" but can't be done by simply sticking a new headsculpt on a Buck. Ridiculous.

Because Jabba wasn't iconic right? I think it's a bigger risk producing characters like Praji (who sold out) and Peitt. With core characters still rotting on the website, I was surprised to see them choose smaller background characters. I do agree though, that it'd be nice to see some other alien characters like Greedo, Saesee Tinn, or a Tusken Raider, who'd take no more work than any other buck-based character. But then we're also still waiting on key PT figures like Padawan Obi, Padawan Anakin, a decent Amidala and Dooku.

 

[Amanaman]

Sure it does. Or, rather... it WOULD. The problem is that (so far) Sideshow's choices of 3rd Tier characters have been lazy and safe (i.e., all they amount to are simple headsculpts and clothing) and have lead to some VERY boring figures.

Tell me people wouldn't much rather have Greedo, Hammerhead, Tusken Raiders, Jawas, other creatures, or even some heroes in Hoth gear over yawners like Endor Rebels, Praji, Antilles, Piett, and on and on...

If Sideshow has to ditch background characters due to lack of sales or enthusiasm it's their own damn fault. Because they've either been mis-firing on their choices... or they're just not up to the challenge of producing 1:6 figures that are outside of their comfort zone.

The line has been around for how many YEARS now? And not a single damn droid, wookiee, or anything else iconic that screams "Star Wars" but can't be done by simply sticking a new headsculpt on a Buck. Ridiculous.

It would be tragic to never see those 2nd and 3rd tier characters that scream SW. They need to step out of their comfort zone before it's too late that they have to resort to cutting measures. Okay, so they gave us a magnificent Jabba the Hutt setup, and they're bringing us what is perhaps the best Vader ever and some armored troops, but I still don't know where they stand on Chewbacca, the droids, Tuskens, Jawas, Lando, and all those other colorful aliens. I'm bored of this line. There, I said it! :emperor

 

[IrishJedi]

Because Jabba wasn't iconic right? I think it's a bigger risk producing characters like Praji (who sold out) and Peitt. With core characters still rotting on the website, I was surprised to see them choose smaller background characters. I do agree though, that it'd be nice to see some other alien characters like Greedo, Saesee Tinn, or a Tusken Raider, who'd take no more work than any other buck-based character. But then we're also still waiting on key PT figures like Padawan Obi, Padawan Anakin, a decent Amidala and Dooku.

True. And Jabba was awesome. That is still one of the best SW collectibles (of any kind) ever made, imho. I'd like to see more stuff like that, actually. Maybe one or two a year. Environments, vehicles, etc. If Sideshow unveils a 12" Tusken soon and an awesome 1:6 Landspeeder and some darn droids I'd take back every critical thing I've ever said about this line.

It would be tragic to never see those 2nd and 3rd tier characters that scream SW. They need to step out of their comfort zone before it's too late that they have to resort to cutting measures. Okay, so they gave us a magnificent Jabba the Hutt setup, and they're bringing us what is perhaps the best Vader ever and some armored troops, but I still don't know where they stand on Chewbacca, the droids, Tuskens, Jawas, Lando, and all those other colorful aliens. I'm bored of this line. There, I said it!

 

[Darthgothikus]

I'd sell a kidney for a cool 1/6th landspeeder.

But no polystone c***

 

[Mad Old Lu]

That's a good point, nammagazine, about the third tier figures being such a risk. But they must be relatively cheap to produce if they have minimal accessories and only need a new head sculpt and outfit. I think they're learning and cutting back on the edition numbers, especially second and third tier figures. Even EpII Obi Wan has a low edition size.

Edit: I just checked ANH Luke and Han and was surprised that they only had edition sizes of 2500 and 3000, respectively.

 

[IrishJedi]

Well, keep in mind that it was the 4th Luke and 2nd Han figure in the line so far.

 

[theghostinside]

Well, keep in mind that it was the 4th Luke and 2nd Han figure in the line so far.

true that. but if they made a luke that was on an awesome body with a hot toys esque face sculpt and tailoring im sure the edition size would be larger.

 

[ProgMatinee]

I really think once the Vader is out and Chewie and droids are done, there isn't much draw to the line and people will jump ship even more than they already have.

 

[theghostinside]

well i still want boba, some clones with removable helmets, momaw nadon and some other chrazy weird looking aliens, biker scout, snowtrooper, etc. oh yeh, i really wish that the vader would have had a removable three-piece helmet. i kinda am on the fence about ordering darth if another comes out later. anyone else think like this????

 

[FlyAndFight]

... The problem is that (so far) Sideshow's choices of 3rd Tier characters have been lazy and safe (i.e., all they amount to are simple headsculpts and clothing) and have lead to some VERY boring figures.

Tell me people wouldn't much rather have Greedo, Hammerhead, Tusken Raiders, Jawas, other creatures, or even some heroes in Hoth gear over yawners like Endor Rebels, Praji, Antilles, Piett, and on and on...

If Sideshow has to ditch background characters due to lack of sales or enthusiasm it's their own damn fault. Because they've either been mis-firing on their choices... or they're just not up to the challenge of producing 1:6 figures that are outside of their comfort zone.

The line has been around for how many YEARS now? And not a single damn droid, wookiee, or anything else iconic that screams "Star Wars" but can't be done by simply sticking a new headsculpt on a Buck. Ridiculous.

Agreed. All of the aliens have been human-based ones and it's indeed gotten boring. Replace headsculpt and hands and voila! The initial releases were fresh and unique, such as Kit Fisto, but I can't justify Ki Adi Mundi at his price-point when I can eventually get him for $35 bucks down the road. But the lack of additional core characters and rising costs have proven detrimental to the line. There's just no way I'm paying $70+ for basic human characters such as Antilles. He looks nice but not $70+ nice. $70 for C3PO? You bet.

its really weird. since hot toys stepped up their game i am buying figures that cost more money and even are from properties i like less than star wars because they look so freakin cool.

Again I agree. I've become even more selective in my 1/6th purchases and would rather spend $135+ on a Hot Toys figure that blows me away and actually holds it's value than two SS Star Wars figures that I can eventually pick up for half price later on.

Excellent thread, by the way.

EDIT: The announcement of the Stormies and Sandies, along with Vader have been a HUGE plus, though. Definitely way over-due.

 

[Darkseed]

i really wish that the vader would have had a removable three-piece helmet. i kinda am on the fence about ordering darth if another comes out later. anyone else think like this????

I agree. I passed because on this version because a) I have a mini-vader with removable helmet from Medicom and b) They created that body for Vader, there will be more. I'd antcipate a removable helmet to be included with a later release.

 

[FlyAndFight]

By the way, my biggest fear is that the line eventually gets put "on hold" and we will not have gotten some of the main/core/first tier/must-have figures.

The demise of the LOTR 1/6 line has left a deep wound in my collectible psyche...

 

[Vader AL]

By the way, my biggest fear is that the line eventually gets put "on hold" and we will not have gotten some of the main/core/first tier/must-have figures.

The demise of the LOTR 1/6 line has left a deep wound in my collectible psyche...

 

[IrishJedi]

By the way, my biggest fear is that the line eventually gets put "on hold" and we will not have gotten some of the main/core/first tier/must-have figures.

That is the Sideshow 1:6 M.O. right there.

 

[Darthgothikus]

I really think once the Vader is out and Chewie and droids are done, there isn't much draw to the line and people will jump ship even more than they already have.

Really? I'm skipping figures now because I'd hate for SS to announce a 1/6th C3P0 or Chewie and I've blown my budget on RFT and Capt A (Much as I like them both).
Ultimately though I love Star Wars. Once I've got the central characters my interest won't fade, I'd be able to pick up a third tier figure every other month or so as they release them, but wouldn't worry so much if I had to skip a "Praji" or a trooper repaint.
Still wish they'd try something a bit more left field like Hammerhead as well.

 

[ProgMatinee]

That is the Sideshow 1:6 M.O. right there.

Well, is it better to have loved and lost or never to have loved at all.

 

[Mad Old Lu]

I think they still have plenty of core and peripheral characters left to do that are on everyone's must-have list. I think there's still plenty of life in the line.

LOTR is surprising to me because they were sooooo close to finishing up the core characters. They made it that far and gave up with the finish line in sight! I would think the last few (even just Gimli) would sell more than Praji or RFT or Ki Adi Mundi.

 

[IrishJedi]

Well, is it better to have loved and lost or never to have loved at all.

I know that saying. I'm also now old and wise enough to know it's a big load of B.S.

 

[thenammagazine]

True. And Jabba was awesome. That is still one of the best SW collectibles (of any kind) ever made, imho. I'd like to see more stuff like that, actually. Maybe one or two a year. Environments, vehicles, etc. If Sideshow unveils a 12" Tusken soon and an awesome 1:6 Landspeeder and some darn droids I'd take back every critical thing I've ever said about this line.

Don't hold your breath, you'll turn into a smurf.

I agree. I passed because on this version because a) I have a mini-vader with removable helmet from Medicom and b) They created that body for Vader, there will be more. I'd antcipate a removable helmet to be included with a later release.

They created a body for the Hobbits and only used it once. True Sam and Frodo were different figs, but the bodies were likely all from the same run.

 

[IrishJedi]

Don't hold your breath, you'll turn into a smurf.

Oh, I know. That's why I don't anticipate having to take anything back.