Grand Admiral Thrawn Joins The Vintage Collection in New Action Figure Set
Fans of the Star Wars universe can rejoice as Grand Admiral Thrawn makes a triumphant return through a meticulously crafted 3.75-inch action figure, part of Hasbro’s latest offering in The Vintage Collection. This three-pack celebrates the iconic Heir to the Empire novel by Timothy Zahn, originally published in 1991. Thrawn, a formidable antagonist, emerged as a key player in the quest to consolidate the remnants of the Empire after Emperor Palpatine’s demise. In a modern twist, Thrawn was reintroduced into canon in the animated series Star Wars Rebels, with Lars Mikkelsen reprising the role for the live-action series Ahsoka in 2023.
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As part of the ongoing “Gift The Galaxy”initiative, Hasbro has unveiled a fresh addition to The Vintage Collection. This set is inspired by the Heir to the Empire saga and features three expertly detailed figures: Grand Admiral Thrawn, Captain Gilad Pellaeon, and the unstable Jedi Master clone, J’oruus C’baoth. Each figure is presented in The Vintage Collection’s signature retro packaging, designed to attract both seasoned collectors and newcomers alike.
Exemplifying a highly articulated design, these figures not only capture the essence of the characters but also come equipped with accessories that enhance their narrative. The set includes blasters for Thrawn and Pellaeon, a unique Force-negating Ysalamiri Lizard for Thrawn, and various elements for C’baoth, such as ignited and unlit lightsabers alongside an additional Force lightning hand.
Five years after
STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI, Grand Admiral Thrawn has taken command of the shattered Imperial fleet and pointed it at the fragile heart of the New Republic — threatening everything the Rebel Alliance fought so hard to build. Based on classic characters from
STAR WARS: HEIR TO THE EMPIRE, these Captain Pellaeon, Grand Admiral Thrawn, and Joruus C’baoth 3.75-inch action figures make great additions to any fan’s collection. Pose out your figures with the included blaster for Captain Pallaeon, unlit hilt, Lightsaber™, necklace, and Force lightning hand for Joruus, and blaster pistol for Thrawn. Display all three carded figures in the larger window box with publishing-inspired character designs. Inspired by the original line, these collectibles feature premium detail and design across product and packaging, as well as collector-grade deco that fans have come to know and love.Calling back to the original 1970s and 1980s vintage toys, each figure features Kenner branding and package design with unique VC numbers (Captain Pellaeon VC#359, Grand Admiral Thrawn VC#360, and Joruus C’baoth VC#361) for collectability. Celebrate the legacy of
STAR WARS with premium vehicles, playsets, and action figures from
STAR WARS: THE VINTAGE COLLECTION (additional products each sold separately, subject to availability).
Price | $49.99 |
Available | Pre-Orders open December 11, set to release in Spring 2025 |
Accessories | RK-3 Blaster Pistol, Ysalamiri Lizard, DL-21 Blaster Pistol, J’Oruus C’Baoth Lightsaber, J’Oruus C’Baoth’s Lightsaber Hilt, J’oruus C’baoth’s Necklace, Force Lightning Hand |
Available From | Hasbro Pulse |
30 Years Later: “Heir to the Empire”Remains Vital to Star Wars
Thrawn’s Legacy and Star Wars’ Future
Although Heir to the Empire may no longer hold a position in the current Star Wars canon, its influence endures, particularly in merchandise adaptations. The novel is not only recognized for establishing the Expanded Universe but also for shaping George Lucas’ prequel trilogy, notably contributing the planet Coruscant.
Moreover, elements from this classic novel resonate within the present canon. The Imperial site, Mount Tantiss on Wayland, features prominently in later seasons of The Bad Batch and also connects to Palpatine’s schemes to evade death. Thrawn’s live-action reappearance further aligns with the stories set forth in Heir to the Empire, as he positions himself as a formidable opponent to an emerging New Republic, gathering strong Force allies, with Palleaon representing the Chiss on the Imperial Shadow Council.
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A New Chapter for Collectors
While Thrawn is not a newcomer to The Vintage Collection, the Heir to the Empire three-pack holds considerable appeal for collectors. This figure utilizes the Star Wars Rebels Thrawn as its foundation, yet it showcases an intricately detailed uniform, complete with the iconic Ysalamiri and naval-style epaulettes that reflect his Legends portrayal.
The addition of J’oruus C’baoth in this set, complemented by Captain Pellaeon, provides a well-rounded representation of the antagonists from the series. As Hasbro rolls out this nostalgic packaging dedicated to the novel, collectors may eagerly anticipate the potential release of additional iconic characters such as Mara Jade, Rukh, or Talon Karde in future iterations of the figure line.
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