Star Wars Figure of the Day: Day 1,883: Darth Vader (Dagobah)

DARTH VADER Dagobah
Power of the Jedi Collection 1
Item No.: Asst. 84445 No.  84472
Manufacturer: Hasbro
Number: n/a
Includes: Lightsaber, Force File
Action Feature: Removable head, removable faceplate, lightsaber, cape
Retail: $6.99
Availability: Fall 2000
Appearances: The Empire Strikes Back

Bio:  Taking the form of Darth Vader , the Dark Lord of the Sith, this spirit is the embodiment of the dark side of the Force. It dwells in a cave on the swamp-covered planet of Dagobah. Although defeated by Luke Skywalker in combat, its unmasked face revealed that Luke has yet to master the ways of the Force and become a Jedi.   (Taken from the figure's Force File.)

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Star Wars Figure of the Day: Day 1,882: Darth Maul

DARTH MAUL & I-5YQ
The Legacy Collection Droid Factory Wal-Mart Exclusive
Item No.:   Asst. 87638 No. 94076
Manufacturer: Hasbro
Number: #4 of 5
Includes: Cloak, lightsaber, Dark Trooper legs, I-5YQ figure
Action Feature: n/a
Retail: $17.00
Availability: July 2009
Appearances: Various novels, comics

Bio:  In the novel Darth Maul: Shadow Hunter, the Sith apprentice goes after an information broker who knows too much about a plan to destroy the Republic. The broker's modified protocol droid I-5YQ is left without an owner after the deadly outcome between his master and Darth Maul.  (Taken from the figure's packaging.)

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Star Wars Figure of the Day: Day 1,881: Clone Trooper

CLONE TROOPER Red Variant / Captain
Clone Wars Cartoon Network / Tartakovsky Animated Series Action Figures
Item No.: Asst.     85655 No. 85661
Manufacturer: Hasbro
Number: n/a
Includes: Rifle, display stand
Action Feature: n/a
Retail: $6.99
Availability: Early 2005
Appearances: Clone Wars 2003 series

Bio: Through the creative vision of Lucasfilm Ltd. and the Cartoon Network, the Clone Wars are brought to life in an exciting new series of short animated chapters. A unique animation style captures the drama of this epic period in galactic history along with its outstanding heroes and adversaries. Noble Jedi warriors lead Clone Troopers into battle against the evil Separatist forces and their droid armies. Anakin, Obi-Wan, Yoda and their comrades struggle against the rising power of the dark side and confront personal challenges against a backdrop of war-torn planets.   (Taken from the figure's packaging.)

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Star Wars Figure of the Day: Day 1,880: Power Droid

POWER DROID Droid Set
The Vintage Collection  Target Exclusive Special Action Figures Set
Item No.: Asst. 32976 No. 32976
Manufacturer: Hasbro
Number: n/a
Includes: Death Star Droid, R5-D4
Action Feature: Removable chassis
Retail: $14.99, $24.99, $26.99, other (varies)
Availability: July 2012
Appearances: Star Wars

Bio: These three, together with R2-D2, were captured and transported by the Jawas in the sandcrawler across the Tatooine Desert. R5-D4 was originally purchased by Luke. The power droid was first seen in the sand crawler dungeon together with a gleaming silver Death Star Droid.  (Taken from the set's packaging.)

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Star Wars Figure of the Day: Day 1,879: Commander Bacara

COMMANDER BACARA Battle on Mygeeto
30th Anniversary Collection Battle Packs
Item No.: Asst. 87503 No.     87815
Manufacturer: Hasbro
Number: n/a
Includes: Blaster, 4 other figures
Action Feature: n/a
Retail: $19.99-$24.99
Availability: Summer 2008
Appearances: Revenge of the Sith

Bio: As a stronghold of the InterGalactic Banking Clan, the crystalline world of Mygeeto is caught in the maelstrom of the Clone Wars. It is where much of the Separatist movement’s wealth is kept, and so it is targeted by the Republic: gain control of Mygeeto, and the Separatists lose crucial funding. Ki-Adi-Mundi is stationed on the icy planet with the mission of wresting it from the Separatists. Together with Clone Commander Bacara, Ki-Adi-Mundi and the Galactic Marines battle the droid army in fierce urban fighting, pushing forward against a grim onslaught of super battle droids and enormous tri-droids.   (Taken from the figure's packaging.)

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Star Wars Figure of the Day: Day 1,878: Durge

DURGE Series 2
Clone Wars Cartoon Network / Tartakovsky Animated Series Action Figures
Item No.: Asst. 85003 No. 85221
Manufacturer: Hasbro
Number: n/a
Includes: Lance, display stand
Action Feature: n/a
Retail: $6.99
Availability: Late 2003
Appearances: Clone Wars 2003 series

Bio: Through the creative vision of Lucasfilm Ltd. and the Cartoon Network, the Clone Wars are brought to life in an exciting new series of short animated chapters. A unique animation style captures the drama of this epic period in galactic history along with its outstanding heroes and adversaries. Noble Jedi warriors lead Clone Troopers into battle against the evil Separatist forces and their droid armies. Anakin, Obi-Wan, Yoda and their comrades struggle against the rising power of the dark side and confront personal challenges against a backdrop of war-torn planets.   (Taken from the figure's packaging.)

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Star Wars Figure of the Day: Day 1,877: Queen Amidala

QUEEN AMIDALA Royal Decoy
Power of the Jedi Collection 2
Item No.: Asst. 84455 No. 84657
Manufacturer: Hasbro
Number: n/a
Includes: n/a
Action Feature: n/a
Retail: $5.99-$6.99
Availability: Fall 2001
Appearances: The Phantom Menace

Bio:  As the Trade Federation plan to invade peaceful Naboo unfolds, Queen Amidala must appeal to the Senate for help. In times of danger, the handmaidens serve as secret bodyguards by posing as the Queen, such as on her way to the Galactic Senate on Coruscant, in which Sabe served as the dependable and nonchalant decoy for the Queen.   (Taken from the figure's cardback.)

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Star Wars Figure of the Day: Day 1,876: Nho'Apakk

NHO'APAKK and Paploo
The Legacy Collection Basic Figures
Item No.: Asst. 87535 No. 93129
Manufacturer: Hasbro
Number: #BD18
Includes: Hood, staff, droid piece, extra Ewok
Action Feature: n/a
Retail: $7.99
Availability: September 2009
Appearances: Return of the Jedi

Bio:  Nho'Apakk and Paploo are two of the Ewoks who inhabit the forested moon of Endor. Like all Ewoks, they prefer to avoid confrontation but are fearsome warriors when threatened. They fight alongside the Rebels to subdue the stormtroopers during the Battle of Endor, ultimately helping to defeat the Empire.  (Taken from the figure's packaging.)

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Star Wars Figure of the Day: Day 1,875: Jar Jar Binks in Carbonite

JAR JAR BINKS in Carbonite
The Vintage Collection Comic-Con 2012 Exclusive
Item No.: No.  39683  
Manufacturer: Hasbro
Number: n/a
Includes: Block
Action Feature: Block has nail hole, reversible front
Retail: $75.00
Availability: July 2012
Appearances: The Force Unleashed (gag)

Bio: Celebrate the legendary Star Wars saga that changed the universe forever! This collection brings to life the incredible story of good versus evil that captured our imagination and took us to a galaxy far, far away. Iconic Star Wars heroes and villains are captured with incredible detail and premium features to commemorate each epic tale in the Star Wars saga. May the Force be with you!  (Taken from the figure's packaging.  No specific character information.)

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