In 2019, the Star Wars spin-off series "The Mandalorian" premiered on streaming platforms. With the classic slogan "This is the Way" running through the entire show, the bond between the mysterious and cool bounty hunter, the Mandalorian, and the adorable Grogu quickly captured the hearts of Star Wars fans upon its debut. After three seasons of galactic adventures, this unlikely father-son duo is finally hitting the big screen together this May!
Just like the simple and direct phrase "This is the Way," the title "The Mandalorian and Grogu" clearly indicates that the film continues with the golden duo from the series, allowing Star Wars fans to once again follow their adventures in the galaxy after the fall of the Empire. Of course, the internationally renowned toy manufacturer Hasbro is also launching a series of action figures in its leading 6-inch "The Black Series" line to coincide with the movie's release. In addition to highly articulated joints, exquisite costume details, and realistic printed head sculpts, the wide range of character selections makes The Black Series the best choice for fans to collect a diverse cast. Without further ado, let's take a look at the lineup The Black Series is offering this time!
▼Here are the stars of today's unboxing, featuring a consistent packaging style for a more unified collection.
▼The side of the box features a portrait of the character. Arranging the boxes from the same series in order will unlock a small puzzle easter egg, adding more fun to collecting.
▼The Mandalorian (Pagodon), based on his debut appearance in the first episode of the first season when he captured the Mythrol on the planet Pagodon. This is number 45 in The Black Series Mandalorian line. Compared to his later shiny Beskar armor, this weathered color scheme gives off a much stronger bounty hunter vibe. This figure features a new sculpt with proportions more accurate to the show, a soft-goods cape, and comes with his trusty IB-94 blaster pistol and Vibroknife as weapons.
▼Although this armor's screen time was, strictly speaking, not very long, it is still quite beloved by many fans.
▼The new-spec helmet is more in line with the proportions seen in the show, and the recessed areas feature a weathered print pattern.
▼The body armor is also treated with a weathered paint application, further enhancing the rugged feel of this bounty hunter.
▼High articulation is, of course, a strong suit of The Black Series. By making good use of the various joints, you can achieve all sorts of cool poses!
▼By swapping to the alternate right hand part, he can hold the knife.
▼A hidden easter egg: the Grav Charges on his belt can also be removed and held!
▼Do you guys like this debut look?
▼The Mandalorian & Grogu, based on the upcoming new movie, includes both super-popular protagonists in one go. It recreates Din Djarin's shiny Beskar armor and comes with multiple accessories including a detachable jetpack, blaster pistol, and Vibroknife. Din Grogu is sculpted in a semi-seated pose, which can be displayed alone or paired with the Mandalorian. The diverse play options are for everyone to discover!
▼Arguably the most popular Star Wars father-son duo in recent years, this pack gives you both in one satisfying set.
▼The shiny Beskar helmet. This is the way!
▼The Beskar right pauldron faithfully recreates the three-dimensional Mudhorn signet.
▼Includes a new long sword that appears in the movie.
▼The soft-goods cape, compared to the debut version, is a battle-damaged version with some holes in it.
▼The memorable Amban phase-pulse blaster from the series seems to have been modified in this movie version, missing the iconic twin prongs at the muzzle. The jetpack on his back can also be freely attached and detached.
▼How can you not get such a cool Din Djarin?
▼Grogu, once known to fans as Baby Yoda, may be fifty years old, but his adorable appearance still attracts a massive fanbase. The figure included in this set has a fixed-pose torso, with articulation at the neck, arms, and ankles. The draping of his clothes and the texture of the fabric are rendered quite realistically.
▼With those big, watery, adorable eyes, how can you not love him? The head sculpt, including the facial features and the white fuzz on the back of his head, is all rendered with printing.
▼By cleverly utilizing Grogu's body shape, you can create all sorts of interactive combinations with his dad, Din!
▼"This is the way!"
▼This two-pack is an absolute must-have for Mandalorian fans this year!
▼Imperial Remnant AT-AT Driver. This is the pilot of the giant walker AT-AT (All Terrain Armored Transports), a familiar sight to the vast majority of Star Wars fans. Based on the version from the new movie, the upper body armor has been given a heavy weathered paint application to replicate its on-screen appearance, and it comes with a standard-issue SE-14R blaster pistol as an accessory.
▼The AT-AT Driver's design is still the one we're familiar with, but the addition of weathering takes the overall texture to the next level.
▼Please take a moment to appreciate these exquisite details!
▼The articulation remains at a good standard, even though these drivers rarely showed much dynamic movement in past works.
▼Imperial Remnant AT-RT Driver. This is the pilot of the bipedal walker AT-RT (All Terrain Reconnaissance Transport). Based on the currently released trailers and information, this appears to be a specialized version for snow regions. It has also been given a weathered paint application in line with the "Remnant" setting in the movie, and it includes an SE-14R blaster pistol.
▼While it looks all white at first glance, different shades have actually been used on the armor and clothing to create a sense of depth.
▼The helmet, after the weathering treatment, has its lines and three-dimensional feel further accentuated.
▼Do we need an AT-RT for him to pilot?
▼The skirt piece is made of a soft plastic, minimizing interference with the lower body's articulation—a very thoughtful design.
▼Colonel Ward, played by the renowned actress Sigourney Weaver, is a fighter pilot for the New Republic and a new character debuting in this movie. According to the currently released trailer, we only know that she assigns a mission to Din Djarin, hoping he will go to the Outer Rim to deal with Imperial remnants and the Hutt Clan. This figure is in an X-Wing Pilot uniform and comes with a wearable pilot helmet.
▼Wearing the classic orange pilot suit, we're going to fight Alie... oh sorry, let's not get carried away!
▼The head sculpt faithfully reproduces Sigourney Weaver's facial features and expression through printing.
▼The helmet can also be freely worn, and the markings and emblems on it are exquisitely recreated with printing.
▼Looking forward to her performance in the movie.
▼Imperial Remnant Stormtrooper. After the fall of the Galactic Empire, those remnants who swore allegiance to the Empire hid themselves in lawless places, biding their time and looking for an opportunity to restore the Empire to its former glory.
▼Comes with a pauldron and a chest ammo pouch, and is given a weathered paint application to express the remnant feel.
▼The head sculpt is still our most familiar buckethead!
▼The chest plate, abdomen, and other areas also have weathering, which better showcases the three-dimensionality of the sculpt.
▼It just feels right when paired with the familiar E-11 blaster rifle.
▼By making good use of the articulation throughout the body, cool poses can be achieved with ease!
▼Imperial Remnant Stormtrooper. This is also a remnant version of the Stormtrooper, but the design is quite different from the previous one, and the weathering style and colors are also distinct.
▼A different treatment brings a different visual experience. Do you think this one looks good?
▼The head also benefits from the weathering, making the panel lines and details more three-dimensional.
▼The color of the dirt and the "method of getting dirty" are also different from the previous one, showing great attention to detail.
▼Additionally, there are signs of makeshift repairs on the left arm and lower leg, indicating a lack of resources.
▼The articulation, once again, gets a big thumbs up!
▼Holding the rifle with both hands and taking aim is no problem for him at all!
▼Of the two introduced this time, which Remnant Stormtrooper do you prefer?
▼That's all for this unboxing report of Hasbro's Star Wars The Black Series "The Mandalorian & Grogu." We believe many Star Wars fans are as excited for the movie as we are. While waiting for the premiere, why not grab some of these action figures to tide you over and imagine the fantastic journey that lies ahead for the father-son duo of Din Djarin! See you at the next unboxing, bye-bye!
