Hasbro Has Announced New Additions to Star Wars: The Black Series Obi-Wan Kenobi Collection
Phil Roberts 
Hasbro has shared our first look at the new Black Series Battle-Damaged Darth Vader and Clone Commander Appo from the Obi-Wan Kenobi line
Just days after S.H. Figuarts announced a new Battle-Damaged Darth Vader from Obi-Wan Kenobi, Hasbro has arrived to up the ante. Today, the toy giant has unveiled our first look at their new Battle-Damaged Darth Vader and Clone Commander Appo figures from The Black Series line. And as expected they look sensational. Vader is listed under the “Duel’s End” tagline and both are expected to be Target Exclusives in the USA. Fans in other territories will have to watch their favorite vendors for pre-orders. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. Grab your blaster rifle and check them out below.
OBI-WAN KENOBI (THE BLACK SERIES)
STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES DARTH VADER (DUEL’S END)
STAR WARS fans and collectors can imagine scenes from the STAR WARS galaxy with this premium 6-inch STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES DARTH VADER (DUEL’S END) figure, inspired by the character’s appearance in the STAR WARS: OBI-WAN KENOBI live-action series. As the momentous battle between Darth Vader and Obi-Wan Kenobi nears its end, Kenobi peers past the armored visage of his former apprentice to see what Anakin Skywalker has become. Fans and collectors can display this fully articulated figure featuring premium battle-damaged deco and multiple points of articulation in their collection. Includes figure and Lightsaber accessory.
Available to pre-order 7/14 at 9AM ET exclusively at Target. (HASBRO/Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $27.99 / Available: Fall 2023)
STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES COMMANDER APPO
STAR WARS fans and collectors can imagine scenes from the STAR WARS galaxy with this premium 6-inch STAR WARS: THE BLACK SERIES COMMANDER APPO figure, inspired by the character’s appearance in the STAR WARS: OBI-WAN KENOBI live-action series. A Clone Trooper in service to the Galactic Republic, Appo participated in several critical battles against the Separatists. He accompanied Anakin Skywalker to Coruscant’s Jedi Temple as part of Order 66. Fans and collectors can display this fully articulated figure featuring premium detail and multiple points of articulation in their collection. Includes figure and 3 entertainment-inspired accessories including a removable helmet.
Available to pre-order 7/14 at 9AM ET exclusively at Target. (HASBRO/Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $27.99 / Available: Fall 2023)
DARTH VADER
It is worth noting that the DARTH VADER figure has been crafted using several layers of soft goods for the cape and torso costume components. And sadly, this will affect poseability and the dreaded dust build-up. But when a figure looks this good, surely those are minor detractions. Especially if your glass cabinet is airtight!
RELEASE
As mentioned above, both figures will be retailing for $27.99 and will be hitting toy shelves in the Fall. Hasbro is uncharacteristically late to the party on this one. Tamashii Nations’ Darth Vader will be hitting the toy shelves in November and boasts a slew of cool accessories. So fans will have plenty of choices come the Fall. But that is a win/win for collectors everywhere.
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Phil Roberts is the Owner, Daily Content Manager, and Editor-In-Chief of The Future of the Force. He is passionate about Star Wars, Batman, DC, Marvel, Star Trek, Indiana Jones, Ghostbusters, King Kong, and the Ray Harryhausen movies. Follow him on Twitter where he uses the force and babbles frequently!
