Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith: Yoda (with cannon) action figure by Hasbro, review by Andrew Lenahan
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith: Yoda (with cannon) action figure by Hasbro, review by Andrew Lenahan
Figure: Yoda (with cannon)
Property: Star Wars
Series: Revenge of the Sith (Episode III)
Number: III-3
Keywords: Yoda, Jedi, Jedi warrior, Jedi master, cannon, comes with a cannon, no really a freakin' cannon!
Series Overview:
After a small four-figure preview set, the Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith action figure line was expanded in April 2005 with many more figures. A departure from the simpler retro feel of the previous series, the Sith line features cutting-edge packaging and an emphasis on playability, accessories, and action features.
Character Overview:
Possibly the most famous and recognizable Star Wars character (besides perhaps Darth Vader), Yoda literally needs no introduction. In the prequels, Yoda is much more physically active and quite formidable with a lightsaber. Given the choice of accessories, it's clear that Yoda's distinction as a warrior continues in Episode III.
Action Figure Sculpt and Paint: 7.0
The sculpt is interesting to say the least. Yoda appears strikingly slimmer than other versions, which is particularly apparent around the neck. Also, the folds of his pyjamas are very angular, stylistic almost to the point of being unrealistic. While I like his pose, the facial expression isn't a good one: he looks either bored, or annoyed, or constipated. Instead of a fearsome Jedi warrior or a wise master of the ways of the force, Yoda looks like a pissed-off carmudeon about to chase the neighbourhood kids off his lawn. Paint quality is also mixed. The detail on Yoda's face is nice (if you look closely you can see his yellow eyes) but the painted "hair" is sloppy, and his pyjamas have no paint at all!
Articulation: 7.5
The articulation here does its job. While the point count is low (neck, shoulders, wrists, hips, ankles) most of those are ball joints and have a good range of motion. Yoda stands up easily.
Accessories: 8.5
Accessories are undoubtedly the strong point of this figure. Yoda comes with a removable robe with subtle paint weathering, and a traditional green lightsaber that fits nicely into his hand. Oh, and did I mention the HUGE CANNON?! This thing is truly massive, being taller than Yoda and several times as long. It looks a little like a huge version of the Wookiee Warrior's gun. It fires a translucent red projectile, and the mechanism works well.
Packaging: Above Average
The Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith figures are packaged in very cool oval-shaped bubble, with a menacing Darth Vader-above-molten-lava background. The packaging is slightly hard to open, but gone are the annoying twist-ties which have plagued Star Wars figures since the late 90s. Overall, the packaging is well above average for an action figure.
Overall score: 7.5
Saved from mediocrity by the HUGE CANNON, this figure is still far from being the best Yoda yet. Get a 2004 Dagobah Yoda if you must get only one. Still, the cannon accessory makes it a fairly solid purchase, especially with its firing action.
Availability:
Yoda is available in toy stores and Wal-Marts as of this writing. Amazon.com (link) has it at a fairly good price point.
Figure: Yoda (with cannon)
Property: Star Wars
Series: Revenge of the Sith (Episode III)
Number: III-3
Keywords: Yoda, Jedi, Jedi warrior, Jedi master, cannon, comes with a cannon, no really a freakin' cannon!
Series Overview:
After a small four-figure preview set, the Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith action figure line was expanded in April 2005 with many more figures. A departure from the simpler retro feel of the previous series, the Sith line features cutting-edge packaging and an emphasis on playability, accessories, and action features.
Character Overview:
Possibly the most famous and recognizable Star Wars character (besides perhaps Darth Vader), Yoda literally needs no introduction. In the prequels, Yoda is much more physically active and quite formidable with a lightsaber. Given the choice of accessories, it's clear that Yoda's distinction as a warrior continues in Episode III.
Action Figure Sculpt and Paint: 7.0
The sculpt is interesting to say the least. Yoda appears strikingly slimmer than other versions, which is particularly apparent around the neck. Also, the folds of his pyjamas are very angular, stylistic almost to the point of being unrealistic. While I like his pose, the facial expression isn't a good one: he looks either bored, or annoyed, or constipated. Instead of a fearsome Jedi warrior or a wise master of the ways of the force, Yoda looks like a pissed-off carmudeon about to chase the neighbourhood kids off his lawn. Paint quality is also mixed. The detail on Yoda's face is nice (if you look closely you can see his yellow eyes) but the painted "hair" is sloppy, and his pyjamas have no paint at all!
Articulation: 7.5
The articulation here does its job. While the point count is low (neck, shoulders, wrists, hips, ankles) most of those are ball joints and have a good range of motion. Yoda stands up easily.
Accessories: 8.5
Accessories are undoubtedly the strong point of this figure. Yoda comes with a removable robe with subtle paint weathering, and a traditional green lightsaber that fits nicely into his hand. Oh, and did I mention the HUGE CANNON?! This thing is truly massive, being taller than Yoda and several times as long. It looks a little like a huge version of the Wookiee Warrior's gun. It fires a translucent red projectile, and the mechanism works well.
Packaging: Above Average
The Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith figures are packaged in very cool oval-shaped bubble, with a menacing Darth Vader-above-molten-lava background. The packaging is slightly hard to open, but gone are the annoying twist-ties which have plagued Star Wars figures since the late 90s. Overall, the packaging is well above average for an action figure.
Overall score: 7.5
Saved from mediocrity by the HUGE CANNON, this figure is still far from being the best Yoda yet. Get a 2004 Dagobah Yoda if you must get only one. Still, the cannon accessory makes it a fairly solid purchase, especially with its firing action.
Availability:
Yoda is available in toy stores and Wal-Marts as of this writing. Amazon.com (link) has it at a fairly good price point.
posted by Andrew Lenahan at 11:12 PM
2 Comments:
I haven't gotten to play with the little Yoda yet. *pouts* I will do that before I go to bed tonight. I DID, however, at least get to look at him...though not closely. I love Yoda....so you know my review on the little guy is always going to be biased. I will respond more after I have had the chance to fondle him. ;-)
Yay....I got to play with Yoda!!!!!
He is so neat! its amazing how articulate he is for such a small guy...his head even swivels around easily....it also come off with little to no effort. the cannon is neat....but I love that his head moves around and his ankles do too!
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