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The upcoming Hascon exclusive Captain Rex has been fully revealed along with the Hascon packaging, which I must admit is a thing of beauty. The packaging follows the theme started in 2015 with the First Order Stormtrooper and was then repeated in 2016 with the Jyn Erso figure. The Rex packaging is a deep electric blue with black artwork and white Star Wars Black Series logo. The outer sleeve then slides off to reveal a black inner tray with blue backdrops into which sits Rex and his accessories. Rex is reportedly coming with additional accessories for Hascon. In the box image we can see his dual blasters and then the standard clone issue blaster and blaster-rifle that has been packed with all clone releases. The best news for UK customers was that Forbidden Planet will be selling the Rex figure at their stand at MCM London Comic Con in October (27th to 29th). The figure will then be on sale via it's stores and website after the UK convention. "Forbidden Planet are thrilled to announce that they will be retailing the Hasbro Convention Exclusive figure of Captain Rex from the Star Wars: Black Series range at MCM Comicon running 27th to 29th October at London's Excel Centre." Pricing has not been confirmed as yet. Considering the packaging and exclusivity we would estimate somewhere between £29.99 and £34.99 for Rex. Keep an eye on the Forbidden Planet blog for more details, or sign up to their newsletter emails. This Star Wars The Black Series pack, featuring one 6-inch-scale Captain Rex figure and 5 accessories is designed for ultimate collectability and display. Featuring authentic, true-to-story detail across multiple points of articulation, the Star Wars The Black Series Captain Rex figure and accessories pay tribute to the iconic leader of 501st division, serving the Republic under the command of Anakin Skywalker during the Clone Wars."

A number of new eBay listings from Canada have all that confirmed that Thrawn, seen in full phase 3 packaging, will be released imminently as part of Force Friday. This potentially rounds up the first wave along with Vader and the four Last Jedi figures that were leaked previously (click here, but beware spoilers). Also revealed is the Black Series standard packaging for the Landspeeder and Luke. It follows a similar theme to the Force Awakens Tie Fighter. The vehicle itself is not shown, but the figure sits in a window on the right of the packaging. Pre-orders should be going up on this across the UK including at our partners Kapow.

NECA have shared these teaser images as a #Prednesday tweet. The images indicate that NECA are now working on a new Predator figure of Dutch, as seen in the Capcom video game Alien vs Predator. The video game Major Dutch Shaeffer was upgraded from his appearance in the original Predator movie, and now sports a large mechanical/weaponised arm. We await more details

It has been confirmed that after selling the 6" Mattel 2016 Ghostbusters for £3.99, Home Bargains have now stocked up with the original 1984 Mattel Ghostbusters at the same price. What is remarkable is that these 6" figures of Ray, Egon, Peter and Winston have never been released in the UK and there is surely going to be a scrabble from collectors to pick up a set at this bargain price.

Hasbro had promised us that the 40th Anniversary Darth Vader would be released in standard packaging, and here is proof that this is happening. The new Darth Vader sculpt will be added to the phase 3 red/black packaging and all indicators are that Lord Vader will be part of the Force Friday releases on 1st September. He will come packed with his light saber. Unlike the previous release, the helmet is not removable. That means we've had five figures confirmed so far - but beware spoilers if you want to see the other four here

Diamond have confirmed their latest comicbook Marvel Select 7" figure, Lady Deadpool, is about to ship. They've also shared these packaged shots

Mezco have confirmed their One:12 Collective Homecoming Spider-Man 6" figure has gone up for pre-order for US collectors on the Mezco website. The Homecoming figure won't be arriving until between June and September 2018, so you may have a whole year to wait before you can get your hands on Spidey in his "tech" suit from the Homecoming movie. The figure, using a new slimmer body style, comes with tailored suit and a display stand. There are two alternative heads - so three in total. And for hands there are seven different options to pose Spidey in various action shots. Also included are web effects and some clip in web wings. The figure will set you back $80 in the US, for UK customers you will be paying around £70-£80 when UK pre-orders finally go up. "A young Peter Parker/Spider-Man who made his sensational debut in Captain America: Civil War, begins to navigate his newfound identity as the web-slinging super hero in Spider-Man: Homecoming. Thrilled by his experience with the Avengers, Peter returns home, where he lives with his Aunt May, under the watchful eye of his new mentor Tony Stark. Peter tries to fall back into his normal daily routine – distracted by thoughts of proving himself to be more than just your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man – but when the Vulture emerges as a new villain, everything that Peter holds most important will be threatened. Spider-Man Homecoming joins the One:12 collective. With a comprehensively detailed film-accurate outfit and unique character specific accessories. This figure also features a newly sculpted body to accurately reflect the slender, teenage frame of Spider-Man in the new movie. " THE ONE:12 COLLECTIVE FIGURE FEATURES: Three (3) Detailed expressive head portraits Newly designed One:12 Collective body with over 30 points of articulation Hand painted authentic detailing Over 16cm tall Seven (7) interchangeable hands including One (1) pair of fists (L & R) One (1) pair of web-shooting hands (L & R) One (1) pair of posing hands (L&R) One (1) webline holding hand Weblines that loop over the figure's wrists for posing COSTUME: Sculpted film-accurate web shooters Spandex outfit with web detail and spider insignia Clip-on web-wings as featured in the film Integrated soles on feet ACCESSORIES: One (1) of webline style A One (1) of webline style B One (1) posable webline One (1) One:12 Collective display base with logo One (1) One:12 Collective adjustable display post One (1) One:12 Collective magnetic display clip Each One:12 Collective Spider-Man Homecoming figure is packaged in a deluxe, collector friendly box, designed with collectors in mind, there are no twist ties for easy in and out of package display.

Boss Fight Studios were at the New Jersey Comic Con to show off the next wave of their Bucky O'Hare Action Figures. Wave 2 will see the Bucky sculpt re-cycled and repainted as Stealth Mission Bucky in cool blue space suit. Astral Projection Jenny will also be reused with an opaque head sculpt and silver space suit. The brand new figure will be the introduction of Dead Eye Duck, Chief Gunners Mate. The Dead-Eye figure was an unpainted prototype at the show. Pre-orders for all of wave 2 will go live in Autumn. If you are looking for these figures in the UK, including the first wave, then head over to our site partners Kapow Toys who are taking pre-orders for wave 1.

Amazon Spain continue to list Last Jedi items for pre-order in advance of Force Friday on 1st September. Of interest to 3.75" collectors will be this large BB8 playset, which opens out to a 3.75" environment of Snoke's flagship. The set is compatible with Force Link and also has sound and lights effects. There is also two figures packed with the set. A Praetorian Guard, which we are also getting in a 2-pack with Rey. There is also the first figure of Supreme Leader Snoke in his lovely golden robes. The set is priced on the Amazon site at €203, that is £185 or $239 on a direct conversion - while the UK price is probably accurate, we'd expect the US price to come in cheaper. And if you love the Porgs, why not get hold of a Porg of your very own. This plush Porg has sound effects that play when you press the Porg's tummy. Although the size is not clear on the pack, it seems to be about 20cm high - that is about 8". The retail on this in Spain is €53 - converting this works out at £48 / $62

Happy Sat-TOY-Day everyone! CLICK HERE for this week's issue And we must warn of you first off that this weeks issue contains a whole plethora of potential Star Wars The Last Jedi spoilers. We've put them all at the back of the issue with a warning page - so please only turn the page if you are happy with minor plot spoilers. In other news we have a big update on McFarlane's Star Trek licence, get a closer look at the latest Mezco Batman and we get a look at Mera from the Mattel Multiverse. SH Figuarts formally confirm the details for their Batpod and Home-made suit Spider-Man. And who can resist those Doctor Men figurines from BBC Worldwide. Please be advised we are taking a break for our Summer Hols, and the next issue will be in 3-weeks time. This also allows us to fill Issue 61 with Force Friday news (and if we are lucky Reviews). See you then.... www.facebook.com/mephitsu www.twitter.com/mephitsu www.issuu.com/mephitsu

The Spanish Amazon website has listed four of the new Last Jedi Black Series figures, including packaged and loose promotional images. The most interesting element of this leak is that we now know that the packaging will not be updated for the Last Jedi, the Phase 3 black and red livery will continue as will the numbering system - there will be no reset. The four figures revealed are likely to be the first wave as available on Force Friday, they may be packed out with other figures from the Saga - Hera is likely, as is the standard boxed release of Vader (40th Anniversary). Luke and Rey appear to be identical to their SDCC two-pack, which is great for loose collectors who don't now need to chase down this set and pay a premium. Kylo Ren has been seen before via leaked images, he will come unmasked with a new cloak that is a similar design to the plastic overshoulder version used on Director Krennic. The biggest reveal (and spoiler) is Finn who is coming in a First Order Officer disguise - complete with stun batton. This is obviously a key plot point which we will find out about come December...

NECA have shared these two behind the scenes images of their upcoming Alien Vs Predator Video Game Chrysalis Alien. The first image is a closer look at the mechanism that allows the head to move forward and backward out of the carapace. The second image shows the digital sculpt from a number of angles.