If you”re the kind of person that thinks official marketing or merchandising releases can be spoilers, you”re gonna have a bad time in this post. Make haste away before you accidentally learn something that will darken your film going experience this December!
As for the rest of us? Let”s take a look at the latest releases from Hasbro”s Rogue One: A Star Wars Story toy line!
Today two new additions to the Star Wars ‘Black Series” of toys were unveiled. Jyn Erso (Felicity Jones) and a specialized stormtrooper join the line-up. After her SDCC Exclusive this past July, the new 6-inch action figure will be Erso”s second entry to the ‘Black Series.” And her new iteration gives fans a just the tiniest sliver of new information: her military rank.
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If we”re using American military rankings, Erso being a Sergeant puts her in charge of a small group of troops. Which makes sense as that is exactly what we”ve seen in the trailers. (Also, is that a lightsaber off to the left there?) The box is also the first canon mention of the planet of Eadu, though the name did appear in Chapter 3 of the official Rogue One fan contest by a character named Pao.
Assuming the fan film is utilizing accurate information, Eadu looks like the rocky, rainy planet from the trailer where Baze Malbus (Jiang Wen) says “They destroyed our home” while blasting at stormtroopers pouring out of a landing ship. What Jyn is doing on Eadu is obviously still under wraps, but she is not alone. If this Nerf gun is to be believed, Captain Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) is with her.
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Along with the two new Eadu toys, Hasbro also unveiled a new specialized stormtrooper unit. One that should look familiar to anyone who has watched the trailer or tried to translate this sign. Meet the Hovertank Pilot, who will keep the peace on the streets if it means blowing the peasants to smithereens.
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Each toy will be on sale this fall in different stores as exclusive merchandise. Full details below!
STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES 6-Inch JYN ERSO (Mountain Base) (Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Suggested Retail Price: $24.99/Available: Fall 2016) A skilled warrior in the Rebel Alliance, JYN ERSO is on a mission to destroy the Death Star! This collectible 6-inch figure features extensive articulation and detail, including a new poncho and hat as seen in the film. Fans can connect an additional STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES figure with diorama base to create the ultimate collection. Each sold separately. Available exclusively at Kmart.
STAR WARS NERF CAPTAIN CASSIAN ANDOR BLASTER (Ages 6 years & up/Approx. Suggested Retail Price: $79.99/Available: Fall 2016) Gear up for battle against the Galactic Empire with a customizable blaster for almost any mission! When the battle escalates, attach the scope, stock, or barrel for enhanced precision and targeting. Features exclusive blue deco and 6- dart clip with 12 glow-in-the-dark darts for nighttime operations. Available exclusively at Target.
STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES 6-Inch IMPERIAL HOVERTANK PILOT Figure (Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Suggested Retail Price: $19.99/Available: Fall 2016) An elite soldier for the Galactic Empire, this impressive 6-inch scale IMPERIAL HOVERTANK PILOT figure features articulated movement and true-to-story detail. Recreate battles from ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY with exclusive army building unit and new pilot character class. Available exclusively at Toys “R” Us.