1/6 Sideshow Captain Rex Phase II

[dartball]

Yes, Commander is a higher rank but there was never anything shown that Rex went any higher than Captain. He seemed like a guy who would turn down a Commander promotion just to stay leading troops into battle though. I always imagined him going down in a blaze of glory, actually. A fitting end to one of the biggest war heroes of the Clone Wars.

I like to think Rex was one of the stormtroopers that boarded Leia's ship in ANH.

 

[XxStrait-EdgexX]

I thought I read somewhere that rex didn't agree with order 66/ betraying his jedi comrades and left the republic/empire by the time the events in revenge of the sith take place. Don't quote me on it as I don't have any proof and am too lazy to search.

 

[anwe]

I like to think Rex was one of the stormtroopers that boarded Leia's ship in ANH.

No, no he wasn't because:

 

[jjosdom]

Just received Rex. Will take pics later, but here is a comparison of phase 1 & 2 head and helmet sculpts.

 

[OutLander]

Yes, Commander is a higher rank but there was never anything shown that Rex went any higher than Captain. He seemed like a guy who would turn down a Commander promotion just to stay leading troops into battle though. I always imagined him going down in a blaze of glory, actually. A fitting end to one of the biggest war heroes of the Clone Wars.

Agree, except for "going down in a blaze of glory", not that he wouldn't do it, but because I like to believe he ended up with another fate, see reply below to "XxStrait-EdgexX" .

I like to think Rex was one of the stormtroopers that boarded Leia's ship in ANH.

Probably too old, but if still active duty his relationship with Anakin/Vader would of assured he would have been a Grand Moff like Tarkin, if he had chosen to serve the Empire.

I thought I read somewhere that rex didn't agree with order 66/ betraying his jedi comrades and left the republic/empire by the time the events in revenge of the sith take place. Don't quote me on it as I don't have any proof and am too lazy to search.

I like to think he left the ranks of the Empire after the clone wars for the reasons you give and had a part in the Rebellion because of his integrity.

No, no he wasn't because:

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[The Chev]

How are the joints on Rex? Specifically the elbow joints?

 

[galactiboy]

The regular head and bucket on this certainly look like a upgrade from the original... although the eyes seem to be a bit misaligned.

 

[Tee-Kay]

One owner on RS noticed the rangefinder placement on the helmet made it look awkward when flipped down (ie not falling before the eye). Unless it's due to distortion on this shot, it does appear that way.

 

[KR DynobotPrime]

At last, Captain Rex has landed!! Awesome figure and great looking with the 501st trooper.

 

[j14]

How are the joints on Rex? Specifically the elbow joints?

Mine has loose elbows but then the clone body is notoriously loose anyway.

 

[j14]

Some quick photos.

Anyone else having trouble getting the human head on?

This socket seems to small for the neck ball.

 

[pixletwin]

Mine went on just fine.

 

[Captain Planet]

I like to think Rex was one of the stormtroopers that boarded Leia's ship in ANH.

The reason I got Rex and not other clones is because he is the only main character clone that isn't seen murdering their Jedi leader.

I like to think that Rex (who is known for being abnormally independent) didn't betray the Jedi.

However, we know clones were hyper aged and lived less than 10 years or so, which means he couldn't have been around in ANH.

 

[kevb0977]

The reason I got Rex and not other clones is because he is the only main character clone that isn't seen murdering their Jedi leader.

I like to think that Rex (who is known for being abnormally independent) didn't betray the Jedi.

However, we know clones were hyper aged and lived less than 10 years or so, which means he couldn't have been around in ANH.

I knew they were aged quicker to get them ready for war but figured as they were trained as kids too, that they'd live longer than just 10 years..., I can see a Google search being done now... lol

EDIT: Ok, Googled it & it takes 10 years for a clone to mature, they then go into combat & it's considered that they serve 10-15 years if not killed, before being retired, their life span is halved & their maximum age would be 50-55..., knew it wasn't less than 10.

 

[Captain Planet]

I knew they were aged quicker to get them ready for war but figured as they were trained as kids too, that they'd live longer than just 10 years..., I can see a Google search being done now... lol

EDIT: Ok, Googled it & it takes 10 years for a clone to mature, they then go into combat & it's considered that they serve 10-15 years if not killed, before being retired, their life span is halved & their maximum age would be 50-55..., knew it wasn't less than 10.

Sorry, I meant 10 years of service. I'm not an authority so I was just ball-parking it based off memory. Thanks for clearing it up though.

 

[Captain Planet]

I really like my Echo and Fives and they fit in well for a varied 501st squad. You could wait and see if you can get them cheaper. They had them for minimum 30% off with up to triple rewards during spook.

Yeah, I'll wait and see if I can get them cheaper and if I can then that will probably make the decision for me. Too bad the Phase II 501s are on wait list.

 

[kevb0977]

Sorry, I meant 10 years of service. I'm not an authority so I was just ball-parking it based off memory. Thanks for clearing it up though.

I'm not an authority either, Google & wookipedia are my go to sources of information.

 

[Rudimus]

In the Krell series you see Rex really start to doubt his service. That series is such a great series and beats most Hollywood movies in terms of drama and writing.

 

[Kodiak3d]

Agreed, Rudimus. I hope Rex's fate is revealed some time soon, whether it's in a comic book, novel, movie, or the Rebels TV series. I just want to know what happened to the guy.

 

[SOU7567]

Best clone we've gotten from SSC, hopefully Fives and Echo are on par.