Thanks to the Star Wars prequels and novels, we now know the origin of Boba Fett, the famous Mandalorian bounty hunter. But what are the origins of our Boba Fett bust bank? Well, we sculpted the 8-inch bust, made a mold, filled it with plastic and cast it up. But before we painted it, we checked out every detail to make sure the casting it came out just right — and now you can, too! Our new Boba Fett bust bank is an amazing addition to the Star Wars bust bank line, but this test-shot of the Fett in basic white and grey will be an amazing addition to any Star Wars collection! And we’re giving it away, along with the production model! Simply follow @CollectDST on Twitter and tweet #FreeFettFriday, and you’ll be entered to own a piece of history! Well, banking history, anyway! Tweet all weekend to win, don’t forget to follow us, and check your messages on Monday!

Being a Star Wars collector can get pretty expensive, what with all the high-end collectables out there. And in uncertain economic times, it makes sense to be more practical — so why not pick up a Star Wars collectable that’s not only a great value, but actually saves you money? Diamond Select Toys’ line of 6- to 8-inch Star Wars bust banks not only represents some of the most popular characters in the franchise’s history, it also represents a fun way to save your pennies for a rainy day. The newest bank is Boba Fett in his Return of the Jedi paint scheme, available this week in comic shops and specialty stores, but check out all the different banks below, each priced around $20!
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This week’s shipment of Diamond Select Toys going to comic shops and specialty stores isn’t just diverse brand-wise, it’s diverse product-wise, as well! Whether you’re a fan of the Real Ghostbusters cartoon, the Lady Death comic book or the Star Wars movies, or a collector of Minimates, statues or vinyl banks, this week sees the release of a must-have item. It all happens on Wednesday!
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These dates represent our best estimated in-store dates and may change as production warrants. We’ll be updating these dates through our blog in an effort to bring customers the most up-to-date information possible. See the full list after the jump.
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It has been a HUGE year for super hero movies, and without a doubt the biggest comic-based movies of the summer were Captain America and Thor. Now, all of your favorite characters from the Captain America and Thor comic books have teamed up for the ultimate wave of Marvel Minimates from Diamond Select Toys! Designed by the team at Art Asylum, each figure stands 2 inches tall with 14 points of articulation, and comes with a variety of interchangeable parts and accessories! Check out the all-new packaging below, and look for them in specialty and Toys R Us stores near you this November!

Wave 42/Wave 12 (available everywhere):
- Armored Thor with Beta Ray Bill
- Civil War Captain America with Arnim Zola

Wave 42 (specialty stores and comic shops only):
- Thunderstrike with Stone Man
- Eric Masterson as Thor with Stone Man (rare variant)

Wave 12 (Toys “R” Us only):
- Jack Kirby Thor with Balder
- Secret War Captain America with Crossbones

Get regular DST updates on Facebook and Twitter! And check out the rest of our Marvel Minimates offerings here!

Big changes are afoot for Marvel Minimates 2-packs starting with series 41! That’s right, from now on out, Marvel Minimates will feature all-new packaging! Check it out, we think it’s a big improvement over the old style. Look for the wave in comic shops and specialty stores now!

“Nighty-night, Winston!” Over 20 years later, those words still fill me with dread, and my name’s not even Winston. But say it in the raspy voice of the Sandman from the Real Ghostbusters cartoon, preferably in a pitch-black room, and it’ll scare anybody. The Sandman is part of the second wave of Real Ghostbusters Minimates two-packs, exclusively available at Toys “R” Us in September, and it’s an all-star line-up:

- Peter Venkman & Winston Zeddemore
- Stay Puft (Good) & Louis (in Ghostbusters outfit)
- Evil Slimer & Sandman (TRU-exclusive)
- Logo Ghost & Killerwatt (TRU-exclusive)

And if you have a comic book or specialty store in your area, head there for the exclusive box set, which includes Peter, Winston and exclusive angry and casual versions of Stay-Puft and Louis, respectively. And be sure to pick up the first series of RGB two-packs and box set, in stores now!

Get regular Minimate updates on Facebook and Twitter! And see more Ghostbusters Minimates here!

Like our Clone Trooper Star Wars bank? Then you’ll love our Commander Cody version! It takes everything that’s awesome about the first bank — exacting detail, an affordable price tag, the ability to put money in it — and adds all the bells and whistles that makes Cody such a great Commander. Plus, he’s orange! Whether you’re a fan of the movie prequels or the animated Clone Wars series or both, you need to own this credits-containing clone. Shipping out in October.

Get regular DST updates on Facebook and Twitter! And see more Star Wars banks here!

We’ve shown you lots of pretty pictures of Calico Jack and his Pirate Raiders, but who are these Minimate adventurers? Their tale is a familiar one, full of betrayal and revenge and swashbuckling and marooning and plotting and zombies and dark magics. It’s pretty standard stuff… if you’re a pirate! Read on for the tale of Calico Jack — Minimates MAX style!
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Continuing our line of Star Wars bust banks, allow me to present to you - Commander Cody.  Long before he took up the habit of blasting Jedi, Commander Cody was a trusted ally of Obi-Wan Kenobi.  So the question now is - do you trust him to hold your money?  Of course you do, it’s an inanimate object.  Really people, you have got to stop letting me influence you into thinking these things have feelings.  Although, is it just me or does Cody’s visor follow you when you move?  Hmm…Anyway, this piece was digitally sculpted by Oluf Hartvigson and painted by Star Wars afficiando Ed Wires.  While all of my Clone variants have unique sculpts, Cody is by far the most detailed with his brand new head and shoulder pads.