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Star Wars Collectibles
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Collectible Star Wars figurines from the Star Wars series from the movies.
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Be it a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away or right here at home in the 21st century, Mr. Potato Head never fails to reinvent himself. For generations this spectacular spud has wowed us all with his ability to keep up with the times. Now he throws us all for a loop once again to reveal that even he has a Dark Side, taking up the role of the most menacing movie villains of all times: Darth Vader. Donning the trademark black helmet, mask and cape, our favorite tuber wields the infamous red lightsaber to become his own Darth Tater. Of course you’ll still find all the classic accessories like the googly eyes, red nose, and silly tongue we’ve come to love but now with an added twist of Star Wars. As always, all the pieces still fit away inside his body for easy storage.--Chip Quinn
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Sporting breakaway platforms and gushing streams of lava, this massive play set portrays the final, climactic scene of Star Wars, Episode III: Revenge of the Sith, in which Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker duel alongside erupting volcanoes. Balls of molten rock eject from a crater thanks to a hidden lever, while a pair of battle platforms float atop a wave of lava along the side of the mountain. Above a man-made tunnel, a pool of lava traps unwitting victims. The set comes with Obi-Wan and Anakin action figures along with a lightsaber for each and assembly instructions. --Andy Boynton
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General Grievous, the robotic bad guy form Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith has plenty of things stacked against him. Not only is he a robot with a respiratory problem (what is it about the dark side that effects everyone’s breathing so horribly?) but in the movie he’s locked in battle against a highly skilled Obi-Wan Kenobi. Fortunately for Grievous, he’s got mad skills on the light saber. A collector of sabers from Jedi’s he’s defeated in the past, Grievous is able to handle four sabers at once, a whirling tornado of flashing menace. That’s how he is depicted in this nicely detailed and well-articulated six-inch figure. Simply press down on his head to send him into action. --Charlie Williams
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We’re not entirely certain how this relatively clean and efficient clone trooper outfit from Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith evolved into the clunkier storm trooper outfit depicted in Episode IV but it’s a shame that the Empire saw fit to discontinue such a fashionable, albeit evil, ensemble for their foot soldiers, all of whom were cloned from legendary warrior Jango Fett. This nicely articulated foot-high clone trooper action figure (the actual troopers were much taller) sports more coloring than later troopers and totes an enormous gun that can be placed in or out of his hand. It’s a must have for diehard Star Wars fans or anyone looking for an impersonal but stylish henchman. --Charlie Williams
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General Grievous, the evil commander of the droid army in Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith always seemed pretty cocky for an android with a respiratory problem. But then again, who could blame him? Not only was he extraordinarily powerful, he was so darn crafty, always getting away from danger whenever some impassioned Jedi threatened to put an end to his dubious deeds. In this action figure form, we meet the more brittle side of Grievous as the General falls apart—physically not emotionally—whenever your pretend play sees fit for him to do so. Unfortunately, putting Grievous back together again and having him stay intact proved very tricky indeed. --Charlie Williams
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A key character in the Star Wars prequel, and arguably one of the most terrifying movie villains ever, Darth Sidious (a.k.a. Chancellor Palpatine, or the Emperor) is well represented in this fantastic, foot-tall action figure. Here, he’s cloaked in dark, flowing, hooded robe fitted with a triangular, silver-colored medallion in the center. The hood opens to reveal the Sith Lord’s rubbery face and slick, sinister smile; it’s truly ghoulish. Comically, underneath it all, the old man’s built like Arnold Schwarzenegger, with a rippling torso perhaps borrowed from a G.I. Joe. The action figure enjoys full movement; all the joints twist cleanly, and even Sidious’s fingers move to close around the handle of his sleek, red lightsaber (included). --Andy Boynton
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Perhaps the most powerful but yet the most tragic of all the Jedi, Anakin Skywalker abandons his allegiance to the Force to turn to the Dark Side. The 6-1/2-inch-tall action figure is much more muscle-bound than the film version and has overly exaggerated hands. Anakin is articulated at the head, waist, shoulders, and elbows to achieve the perfect fighting positions during lightsaber battles against an enemy. He is armed with a lightsaber in one hand and a missile launcher in the other to use against his enemies. Squeezing Anakin’s legs together gets him to quickly turn and raise his lightsaber in attack. This Anakin Skywalker figure is a great acquisition for old-school collectors or a fun toy for kids just becoming acquainted with the Star Wars epic. --Cristina Vaamonde
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Part of Hasbro’s Force Battlers series, this Obi-Wan Kenobi action figure resembles Mount Rushmore, with chiseled, oversized features, massive forearms, and a rather angry expression. Squeeze Kenobi’s legs together, and he swiftly assumes a battle pose, swinging to the right, holding a lightsaber or rocket launcher, both included. The figure stands 7 inches high and also comes with scuba gear for underwater missions. --Andy Boynton
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