Hasbro wants our Questions:

[VadersFist]

Thats kind of what I was wanting to ask, WHERE is the questions I wonder. I bet someone forgot and gets the questions out monday morning after being 3 days late of course just like figures and vehicles they like to ship out as always "LATE".

I wonder where the latest set is, they should have been returned yesterday.     The three week schedule is only good for making us fall asleep on this. 

[Darth Spice]

The latest:

1) Is it possible to you confirm what figures you have made for the live action TV series for next year if any? If so what?

There is no word on the live action TV series as of yet.

2) This coming wave of New Hope figures have given us, the fans, 4 more Mos Eisley/Cantina aliens, and Kudos to you because I always wondered what Dice Ibegon would look like with a body. We have Trinto, Dice, Pons (Brainiac) and Wioslea, but we are missing ONE last crucial alien for the cantina. I am of course referring to BOM VIMDIM. Wheres the figure love for are favorite horned patron?

There are a couple more significant Cantina aliens coming this Fall, but Bom won't be among them.  Right now, we think you can look for him near the end of 2010 as long as things stay on schedule.

3) I'm just wondering if you plan on giving any consideration to expanded universe material from the pre-Thrawn trilogy era (70's & 80's) apart from the Marvel comics material. There is actually quite a bit to draw from such as the Holiday Special (which you have stated can't be touched), the Ewok movies, the Droids and Ewoks cartoons, novels such as Splinter of the Mind's Eye, the Han and Lando novels, and storybooks that originally included records like Planet of the Hoojibs and Droidworld. True, none of them have a lot of exposure today, but they would certainly be remembered by collectors that grew up in a time when these were some of the only sources of Star Wars fun apart from the OT.  So what do you think? Is there any chance that figures based on some of these sources could ever be made, perhaps as chase figures, exclusives or some other type of release?

There is simply so much great Star Wars reference that we can't cover it all, so we try and hone in on the things that have the most pent-up-demand, or things which we feel tell a great story and can be executed within our tooling and cost constraints. Some of these - like the Ewoks and Droid series, which have seen DVD distribution - are definitely possible if we find the right format. This would most likely be as exclusive multi-figure packs.  They are not high on our list given some of our other choices but remain possibilities as we look to flesh out our plans farther down the road.  Splinter of the Minds Eye is likely in comic 2-pack form and was high on the list for 2010, but did not make the final cut.  It is a strong possibility for 2011 if comic packs are still doing well. The rest of the sources you cite have much lower resonance and would not be under consideration.

[Major fett]

Well honestly IMO question #3 was to broad, we still don't know if or when they plan to make figures of Cindel Towani or Teek from the Ewok movies!
For future reference it's best to ask Hasbro point blank about an individual or a few figures at a time and possibly by name instead of a blanket question of figure from a certain era I guess.

[jacensolo66]

the sith legacy evolutions darth maul was an excellent figure but can we expect a movie accurate version(i.e. fully clothed) with the same level of posability including ball-socket elbows soon?

[Major fett]

the evolutions darth maul was an excellent figure but can we expect a movie accurate version(i.e. fully clothed) with the same level of posability soon?

The very first Sith Evo set has a SA Darth Maul in it, what's wrong with that one?

[jacensolo66]

the evolutions darth maul was an excellent figure but can we expect a movie accurate version(i.e. fully clothed) with the same level of posability soon?

The very first Sith Evo set has a SA Darth Maul in it, what's wrong with that one?

i changed my previous post to reflect it but i basically want one with ball socket elbows and not the swivel elbows.

[philippi]

I have a followup question to one of your responses in the Jan. 30 Q&A. You said that Droids and Ewoks exclusive multipacks could be a possibility at some point in the future (Thank you!!!!). If that is the case, would these, like most multipacks, consist of five figures each? If so, how would you go about selecting which characters would make the cut for a set? For example, R2, 3PO and three of their masters would be obvious choices for a set, but that would leave no room for villains like Boba Fett, IG-88, the Fromms and Admiral Screed. Also, would these be done in animated or realistic style?
One more thing, since the Ewok movies have also seen DVD release, could they also be the basis for an exclusive multipack?
Finally, however you do it or whichever figures you include, please bring 'em on!

[pshorrock72]

Over the recent years we are finding at retail that figures packs are being returned to stores tampered with. In this case the actual figure and accessories have been swapped out but will keep a retailer from restocking because they believe they have actual product. Is it possible to use tamper resistant tape instead of the clear tape Hasbro uses?

[chewykingwookie]

Over the recent years we are finding at retail that figures packs are being returned to stores tampered with. In this case the actual figure and accessories have been swapped out but will keep a retailer from restocking because they believe they have actual product. Is it possible to use tamper resistant tape instead of the clear tape Hasbro uses?

I would like to see their answer to this question. I would also like to see what their policy is about these swaps in regards to what the stores can do with them. As I have mentioned in other threads I have been told by a couple local reps that the stores aren't supposed to sell them, but if they do it has to be at clearance time for a discounted price. I am sure Hasbro can't tell the stores what they should do, but there must be some sort of policy about this in an effort to curb this sort of activity. I am sure that Hasbro won't except them back especially if they are swapped and it is apparent that they are swapped.

[Major fett]

I'm sure they're aware of the problem and it would be nice to do something about it but ultimately it's not a very big concern to the store or Hasbro because that figure will eventually sell twice! The first time it sells some fuckhead moron swaps out the figure with some crappy POTF or POTJ figure they don't want, then here comes unsuspecting little Tommy or granny and buys it again! Either way it's no longer the store's or Hasbro's problem!


Q1: Do you plan to go back and update ROTS Aayla Secura anytime soon, she needs better leg joints and arm articulation? The current one is very cool only she suffers from Tyrannosaurus Rex Syndrome!

Q2:How close are we to seeing upgrades to Lumat & Warok, you've been going Ewok crazy lately and it would be nice to finally get these two since they haven't been touched since the Vintage days?

Q3:Do you intend to release the TFU Rogue Shadow and would it be possible to get at least half the treatment as the BMF? This is a very cool ship and I really don't think it belongs in the starfighter scale.

[pshorrock72]

Actually Fett, it would be bought once, returned (possibly at reg price) and sold again to maybe be returned again.. the store loses out due to fraud and we lose out because the store will not restock because they think they have stuff in the pegs.

[ClonedTr00pER]

Hi Everyone. I would like to know if there are any plans to bring in the classic Star Wars Radio Drama characters (as well as those that existed in the deleted scenes) as action figures, like Luke's friends, Windy, Cammy and Fixer. There are a great many more background characters brought to life in the range of radio drama characters.

[jacensolo66]

a couple of questions this time.

1) In a December q&a you stated that the 2009 basic figure order looks like this:  Spring consists of EpV (6 figures), EpII (6 figures), and EpVI (8 figures) and Fall will see four waves: EpIV (8 figures), EpI (6 figures), EpIII (6 figures), and EpV (6 figures). Now after the toyfair presentation the 1st 3 waves were: EpV (6 figures), EpII (6 figures), and EpI (6 figures). Can you tell us the order the rest of the waves for 2009 will be released?

2) Since there is now a clone wars comic and you have said that you wont be doing animated style figures in the comic packs, is it possible to get a comic pack based on the clone wars comic with a realistic styled ahsoka?

[Major fett]

2) Since there is now a clone wars comic and you have said that you wont be doing animated style figures in the comic packs, is it possible to get a comic pack based on the clone wars comic with a realistic styled ahsoka?

Very nice I like how you trying to trap them into giving us a realistic styled Ahsoka!

[jacensolo66]

2) Since there is now a clone wars comic and you have said that you wont be doing animated style figures in the comic packs, is it possible to get a comic pack based on the clone wars comic with a realistic styled ahsoka?

Very nice I like how you trying to trap them into giving us a realistic styled Ahsoka!

gotta find the loopholes 

[darthdan]

Perhaps I missed this in the Toy Fair hasbro slideshow... what is the Relaese date for the Turbo tank?

[jokabofe]

1) In a December q&a you stated that the 2009 basic figure order looks like this:  Spring consists of EpV (6 figures), EpII (6 figures), and EpVI (8 figures) and Fall will see four waves: EpIV (8 figures), EpI (6 figures), EpIII (6 figures), and EpV (6 figures). Now after the toyfair presentation the 1st 3 waves were: EpV (6 figures), EpII (6 figures), and EpI (6 figures). Can you tell us the order the rest of the waves for 2009 will be released?

They said a ton more stuff will be revealed at Comic Con, so I'm guessing we'll see the rest of the list then. We did ask Derryl about the RotJ wave, and he said it was pushed back for some reason or another (maybe Wormie will remember what his excuse was he said).

[jacensolo66]

1) In a December q&a you stated that the 2009 basic figure order looks like this:  Spring consists of EpV (6 figures), EpII (6 figures), and EpVI (8 figures) and Fall will see four waves: EpIV (8 figures), EpI (6 figures), EpIII (6 figures), and EpV (6 figures). Now after the toyfair presentation the 1st 3 waves were: EpV (6 figures), EpII (6 figures), and EpI (6 figures). Can you tell us the order the rest of the waves for 2009 will be released?

They said a ton more stuff will be revealed at Comic Con, so I'm guessing we'll see the rest of the list then. We did ask Derryl about the RotJ wave, and he said it was pushed back for some reason or another (maybe Wormie will remember what his excuse was he said).

well if it is all still coming out this year like the toyfair slideshow says and wave 3 comes out in september then they r going to put out a wave a month from september til the end of the year.

[jokabofe]

well if it is all still coming out this year like the toyfair slideshow says and wave 3 comes out in september then they r going to put out a wave a month from september til the end of the year.

Probably more than that. During the presentation they said there would be a TON of stuff released at the end of the year because of delays. So people better save their money, they're going to need it!

[jokabofe]

With all the remakes and upgrades you've done over the years on insignificant characters, is there any chance that we might ever see a new improved Admiral Ackbar figure anytime soon? He's only about the most important strategist that the rebellion has...

[Commander Ando]

New Question (2 parter):

- Hasbro's newly revealed pilot/gunship turret pod battlepack comes with 2 pilots and one turret and looks AMAZING! To completely outfit 1 gunship, kids and collectors will need to purchase 2 battlepacks. Will we need to buy ahead and purchase extra battlepacks in anticipation of future gunship releases? Or will Hasbro release this battlepack in conjunction with any and all future gunship repaint/repack releases?

- I loved the Lucky Lekku and would love to have more individualized gunships like the Crumb Bomber. Are there more gunship repaints planned to coincide with The Clone Wars cartoon?

[Darth MiniMe]

Dear Hasbro,
are there any plans to continue the playsets in 2009/ 2010? The Lars Homestead and the Sarlacc Pit have sold quite well and it would be great to have a Detention Block AA-23, the Docking Bay 327 Gantry/ Control Room from ANH or maybe even the Executor Bridge for a really cool display of bounty hunters and imperials.

[darthdan]

Dear Hasbro,
are there any plans to continue the playsets in 2009/ 2010? The Lars Homestead and the Sarlacc Pit have sold quite well and it would be great to have a Detention Block AA-23, the Docking Bay 327 Gantry/ Control Room from ANH or maybe even the Executor Bridge for a really cool display of bounty hunters and imperials.

a star destroyer bridge would rock!!!

[cuyvaldar]

Any chance of getting some of these figs new or updated?

Dash Rendar
A nice looking emperor Palps from rotj that doesn't look like a decrepit old man with half a head
A new/updated version of the emperors guards from dark empire
Darth Scion
Darth Treya
The Handmaiden
Taun Taun with Hoth Luke

[Major fett]

With all the remakes and upgrades you've done over the years on insignificant characters, is there any chance that we might ever see a new improved Admiral Ackbar figure anytime soon? He's only about the most important strategist that the rebellion has...

I second that!

[cuyvaldar]

Dear Hasbro,
are there any plans to continue the playsets in 2009/ 2010? The Lars Homestead and the Sarlacc Pit have sold quite well and it would be great to have a Detention Block AA-23, the Docking Bay 327 Gantry/ Control Room from ANH or maybe even the Executor Bridge for a really cool display of bounty hunters and imperials.

How did the lars homestead sell well? They are collecting dust in my area.

[Darth Spice]

Here is the latest! I guess they didn't catch our drift or it's my fault for not putting ARC-170, as I take it for granted they understand the latest vibe on their products.    I've sent the next round and clarified and countered with why pay so much more for something they admitted at Toy Fair was just put out to fill the shelf space or so they didn't LOSE it.

1) How does a new paint job and box justify a $30 price increase on an "exclusive" that just came out in December?

We're not sure what you are referring to.  Care to elaborate?

2) So far in the build a droid line you have given us R2, R4, R5, R7, R-A7 and 3PO units as well as the upcoming HK-47. Will there be any other types of droids to assemble in 2009 like maybe an R1, R3, 2-1B  medical droid or even an Imperial Darktrooper?

By now, you know the answer - and that there certainly will be more droid types in 2009 including a couple of the ones you mentioned in addition to some that you did not including L8-L9. The Dark trooper will be found exclusively in a new series of Droid Factory 2-packs at Wal-Mart in the U.S., starting in August.

3) Are there any plans to produce a small scale ship or figure line to be carded and sold for the one dollar price point similar to that of Hot Wheels and or Matchbox cars? Maybe Titanium ships 1/2 the size? Maybe even produce your own Treasure Hunt style chase figure? This line could be similar to the miniatures on individual cards.

Many Star Wars product are too expensive for the young consumers (basic figures $6.99-$8.99), a dollar price point would be a great way to introduce the young fans into the Star Wars universe. At one dollar I would imagine more stores carrying Star Wars product, as Hot Wheels seem to be sold everywhere.

There are no plans to do what you suggest, simply because there is no way we can come near the price point. The entry-priced toys that we produce for the dollar channel include single-carded Galactic Heroes and (in the past) Unleashed 2" figures.  While these allowed for a convenient entry price, consumers still vote overwhelmingly for the main bread and butter of the line - basic figures and our role-play.

[Napseeker]

Really?  They made the Imperial ARC exclusive just to keep their spot on the shelves?  Wow, I wonder how many other times in the past they've done this and with what product? 

[Major fett]

So basically we just wasted a spot in the Q&A with #1?
 

[JTKenobi]

Whoever accepts/edits questions for submission totally dropped the ball on number 1. Why would you make them guess what you're asking about? We wasted a question there...too bad.