Many of the minor characters in the original Star Wars trilogy suddenly found themselves labelled with brand new politically-correct fancy names in the extended Star Wars Universe when complicated back stories were invented for even the smallest characters with only split-second screen time. Take good ole Prune Face here, for example, who we are now informed is a Dressellian resistance fighter from the planet Dressel whose real name is “Orrimaarko”. Still can't place him? Next time you're … [Read more...]
Nikto – Skiff Guard from ‘Return of the Jedi’
One of the things that has made Kenner's ground breaking 3 ¾ inch Star Wars action figures so popular with fans of both the original movie trilogy and also vintage action figure collectors today is the company's unstinting attention to detail even with the most minor of characters in the Star Wars universe, some with the merest blink-and-you'll-miss-it split second of screen time! Nikto here, who was first released just in time for Christmas 1983 as part of the Sears Exclusive Jabba the Hutt … [Read more...]
Han Solo (in Trench Coat) tops best-dressed on planet Endor list for 1984!
When Kenner launched their first Han Solo 3 ¾ inch action figure way back in 1977 they made one of the very few errors in the company's history, creating a likeness of Harrison Ford with a disproportionately small head. Eager to correct their mistake, the ensuing re-sculpt saw them err on the generous size with the new Han sporting a oddly large bonce. This, of course, is all grist to the mill for collectors who just love tracking down varieties. Alongside the legendary small and big-headed … [Read more...]