Answered Questions - February 29, 2008

[Darth Zirock]

1.) With the Build-A-Figure concept being applied to the STAR WARS line, how likely are we to see something like a ROTJ-accurate Jabba the Hutt or 8D8 Torture Droid with Full Torture Rack as pack-ins?

ANSWER: Dan - by now you know that we are focused on droids as the build-a-figure pack-ins in the Legacy Collection/Droid Factory line. So, Jabba will not be a possiblity for a figure, but 8D8 could be…except for the fact that he has already been released and the build-a-droids will be comprised of previously unreleased figures. 8D8 is still a possibility for "some day."

2.) The lightsabers packed with the McQuarrie Signature Series action figures such as Concept Darth Vader and Concept Starkiller Hero were really unique and interesting designs. Any chance for electronic roleplaying versions of them at some point?

ANSWER: Unlikely. The McQuarrie concepts hold no relevance for kids, which is the target for our role play line. Instead, we will probably look to new characters or colors as they present themselves in upcoming entertainment for the next generation of lightsabers.

3.) With both Obi-Wan in General's Armor and IG Lancer Droids being released this year, will we be seeing Speeder Bikes for them to ride being released, too?

ANSWER: While we will have existing speeder bikes back out this Fall, we won't be releasing any speeder bikes custom-built for these guys at this time. Maybe in future years, but not right now.