Christmas is only six days away and the new year is just around the corner! In 2016 we got lots of great new figures, including the very first ones from Rogue One. Next year, we know that there are already at least a few more Rogue One figures on the way, and in the fall of the year we will be seeing the new Episode VIII figures. But besides figures from the new movies, what would be some good choices from the previous movies? The 5POA line has turned out a lot of figures since 2013, but when you look back at the line, there are still quite a few major characters missing. Starting today with Episode I, I am going to be offering up my top five choices from each movie, of still unmade must have characters for a kid's (or grown-ups) Star Wars collection. At the end of next year it will be interesting to look back and see if any of these actually happen!
First up, we're looking at Episode I: The Phantom Menace. Can you believe that since 2013 there has only been one figure (Darth Maul) specificaly from this Episode I? Yes, the tan Battle Droid and R2-D2 can also work as Episode I figures, but the modern 5POA line is in desparate need of some "good guy" characters from this movie. An adult may say, "oh, I can find some old Episode I figures on Ebay if I want too." But if you remember when you were a kid, think of how exciting it was to fing something new in the store! Kids need a chance to own the Episode I heroes!
First up, we're looking at Episode I: The Phantom Menace. Can you believe that since 2013 there has only been one figure (Darth Maul) specificaly from this Episode I? Yes, the tan Battle Droid and R2-D2 can also work as Episode I figures, but the modern 5POA line is in desparate need of some "good guy" characters from this movie. An adult may say, "oh, I can find some old Episode I figures on Ebay if I want too." But if you remember when you were a kid, think of how exciting it was to fing something new in the store! Kids need a chance to own the Episode I heroes!
Top 5
Qui-Gon Jinn
I have been waiting a long time for a good figure of this great Jedi master. Plus Darth Maul needs someone to fight!
I have been waiting a long time for a good figure of this great Jedi master. Plus Darth Maul needs someone to fight!
Obi-Wan Kenobi
Like Qui-Gon, I've been waiting a long time for a good Obi-Wan.
Like Qui-Gon, I've been waiting a long time for a good Obi-Wan.
Anakin Skywalker
Hey, how about a three pack of Star Wars kids: Anakin, Jyn Erso and Rey?
Hey, how about a three pack of Star Wars kids: Anakin, Jyn Erso and Rey?
Padmé
It's just my personal choice, but I like the Tatooine outfit, since she wore it the most. I would be happy with any outfit though.
It's just my personal choice, but I like the Tatooine outfit, since she wore it the most. I would be happy with any outfit though.
Jar Jar Binks
How can you have Episode I fun without Jar Jar?
How can you have Episode I fun without Jar Jar?
Honourable Mentions: Queen Amidala, Destroyer Droid, Watto