Today is May 4th, or as many of our readers 
call it: Star Wars Day. I do find it fun telling people, “May the 4th be with you” and confusing them. This year May the 4th is special because Hasbro sent Geekstronomy a box filled with Star Wars items to commemorate the day. I was shocked when I opened the box; it was like Christmas morning and I was one happy kid!
The first thing I saw when I opened the box was the Star Wars The Black Series Luke Skywalker Force FX Elite Electronic Lightsaber. This lightsaber is a 1:1 scale to what was used in Return of the Jedi and it is beautiful.
The lightsaber can be played with in two configurations. You can either have the “blade” attached or you can keep it in standby mode. I like that there is the option to not have the “blade” at all times. It makes it easier for cosplay.
When you do have it in active mode it lights up brightly and makes the noises you would expect a lightsaber to make. It also reacts to movement and strikes. According to the description from Hasbro: “ENTERTAINMENT-INSPIRED EFFECTS: Use the switch and button on the hilt to activate entertainment-inspired sound effects, progressive ignition, battle clash effect, wall-cutting effect, blaster deflect, duel effect, and battle sequence mode.”
I don’t think this particular lightsaber could be used for sparring as I am not sure how much force the light tube can take. The lightsaber itself is made of a brushed aluminum and it is not flimsy, it does have some weight. The lightsaber requires 3 AA batteries (not included).
The Star Wars Black Series Luke Skywalker Force FX Elite Electronic Lightsaber is recommended for persons over the age of 14 and has a retail price of $278.99. If you want one of your very own they are available on the Hasbro Pulse site.
The other cosplay item in the box was the Star Wars The Black Series Phase II Clone Trooper Premium Electronic Helmet. This clone trooper helmet is also a 1:1 scale to what was used in the movies. There is an adjustable band in the helmet to fit the size of your head. After trying this on I have to say I have more respect for Stormtroopers. I assumed that the armor was hot but I couldn’t imagine having to wear this helmet for long periods of time. It is heavy and hard to see though.
The Phase II Clone Trooper helmet has a built in voice distorter to make you sound like a Stormtrooper. I didn’t think that the voice distorter worked all that well. To me it just sounded like an echo. I actually didn’t expect it to sound just like the movies.
I am not sure if this helmet can be used in the famed 501st or not. Regardless, this is still a great looking collectible. The Star Wars the Black Series Phase II Clone Trooper Premium Electronic Helmet retails for $131.99 and is available on Hasbro Pulse and GameStop. You could start a helmet collection for your home bar like the one in the Republic bar in the Mandalorian if you want.
The other items in the May the 4th box were Star Wars Black Series figures. These figures were on vintage cards and are all from Return of the Jedi. These figure were:
Princess Leia -This collectible 6-inch-scale Black Series figure is detailed to look like the Princess Leia (Endor) character from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, featuring premium detail and multiple points of articulation.
Includes: Figure and 2 accessories.
PRINCESS LEIA (ENDOR): Commemorate the 40th Anniversary of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi with figures from The Black Series, featuring classic design and packaging!
STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI: This Princess Leia (Endor) action figure is inspired by the character in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi — a great gift for Star Wars collectors and fans ages 4 and up
CHARACTER-INSPIRED ACCESSORIES: This collectible Star Wars The Black Series action figure comes with 2 accessories, including a removable helmet
PREMIUM DESIGN AND ARTICULATION: Star Wars fans and collectors can display this fully articulated 6-inch action figure featuring poseable head, arms, and legs, as well as premium deco, in their collection
BUILD A GALAXY OF COLLECTIBLES: Look for more entertainment-inspired Star Wars The Black Series collector figures to build a Star Wars galaxy (Each sold separately. Subject to availability).
Han Solo- This collectible 6-inch-scale Black Series figure is detailed to look like the Han Solo character from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, featuring premium detail and multiple points of articulation.
Includes: Figure and accessory.
HAN SOLO: Commemorate the 40th Anniversary of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi with figures from The Black Series, featuring classic design and packaging!
STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI: This Han Solo action figure is inspired by the character in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi — a great gift for Star Wars collectors and fans ages 4 and up
CHARACTER-INSPIRED ACCESSORY: This collectible Star Wars The Black Series action figure comes with a blaster accessory
PREMIUM DESIGN AND ARTICULATION: Star Wars fans and collectors can display this fully articulated 6-inch action figure featuring poseable head, arms, and legs, as well as premium deco, in their collection
BUILD A GALAXY OF COLLECTIBLES: Look for more entertainment-inspired Star Wars The Black Series collector figures to build a Star Wars galaxy (Each sold separately. Subject to availability)
Scout Trooper- Imagine the biggest battles and missions in the Star Wars saga with 6-inch action figures from Star Wars The Black Series! With exquisite features and decoration, this series embodies the quality and realism that Star Wars devotees love. Star Wars The Black Series includes Star Wars action figures, vehicles, and roleplay items from the 40-plus-year legacy of the Star Wars Galaxy, including comics, movies, and animated series. (Additional products each sold separately. Subject to availability.)
This collectible 6-inch-scale Black Series figure is detailed to look like a Biker Scout from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, featuring premium detail and multiple points of articulation.
Includes: Figure and accessory.
BIKER SCOUT: Commemorate the 40th Anniversary of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi with figures from The Black Series, featuring classic design and packaging!
STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI: This Han Solo action figure is inspired by the character in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi — a great gift for Star Wars collectors and fans ages 4 and up
CHARACTER-INSPIRED ACCESSORY: This collectible Star Wars The Black Series action figure comes with a blaster accessory
PREMIUM DESIGN AND ARTICULATION: Star Wars fans and collectors can display this fully articulated 6-inch action figure featuring poseable head, arms, and legs, as well as premium deco, in their collection
BUILD A GALAXY OF COLLECTIBLES: Look for more entertainment-inspired Star Wars The Black Series collector figures to build a Star Wars galaxy (Each sold separately. Subject to availability).
Wicket- Imagine the biggest battles and missions in the Star Wars saga with 6-inch action figures from Star Wars The Black Series! With exquisite features and decoration, this series embodies the quality and realism that Star Wars devotees love. Star Wars The Black Series includes Star Wars action figures, vehicles, and roleplay items from the 40-plus-year legacy of the Star Wars Galaxy, including comics, movies, and animated series. (Additional products each sold separately. Subject to availability.)
This collectible 6-inch-scale Black Series figure is detailed to look like the Wicket character from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, featuring premium detail and multiple points of articulation.
Includes: Figure and 6 accessories.
WICKET: Commemorate the 40th Anniversary of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi with figures from The Black Series, featuring classic design and packaging!
STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI: This Wicket action figure is inspired by the character in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi — a great gift for Star Wars collectors and fans ages 4 and up
CHARACTER-INSPIRED ACCESSORIES: This collectible Star Wars The Black Series action figure comes with 6 accessories, including a spear and 2 drumsticks
PREMIUM DESIGN AND ARTICULATION: Star Wars fans and collectors can display this fully articulated 6-inch action figure featuring poseable head, arms, and legs, as well as premium deco, in their collection
BUILD A GALAXY OF COLLECTIBLES: Look for more entertainment-inspired Star Wars The Black Series collector figures to build a Star Wars galaxy (Each sold separately. Subject to availability).
Lando Calrissian- The 6-inch-scale Black Series figure is detailed to look like the Lando Calrissian (Skiff Guard) character from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, featuring premium detail and multiple points of articulation.
Includes: Figure and 2 accessories.
LANDO CALRISSIAN (SKIFF GUARD): Lando changed from a schemer to a leader in the fight against the Empire. When Han was held captive by Jabba the Hutt, Lando joined Princess Leia in a rescue mission
THE ARCHIVE COLLECTION: Epic figures from the Star Wars The Black Series return with the Black Series Archive 6-inch-scale action figures, featuring premium deco and design (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.)
MOVIE -BASED CHARACTER-INSPIRED ACCESSORIES: This Star Wars The Black Series action figure comes with 2 entertainment-inspired accessories that make a great addition to any Star Wars collection
FIND OTHER FIGURES FROM A GALAXY FAR, FAR AWAY: Find movie- and entertainment-inspired Star Wars The Black Series figures to build a Star Wars galaxy (Each sold separately. Subject to availability)
PREMIUM ARTICULATION AND DETAILING: Star Wars fans and collectors can display this fully articulated figure featuring poseable head, arms, and legs, as well as premium deco, in their collection.
All of these figures are suggested for collectors 4 and up. These figures have a suggested retail of $24.99
The final item in the May the 4th box is the Return of the Jedi Endor Bunker. Located at an Imperial outpost on Endor’s forest moon, the Endor Bunker housed the shield generator for the Empire’s second Death Star. To breach its walls, the Rebels devised a plan.
Celebrate the legacy of Star Wars, the action-packed space saga from a galaxy far, far away, with premium 3.75-inch scale action playsets from Star Wars The Vintage Collection. Included action figures feature premium detail and design across product and packaging, as well as the entertainment-inspired, collector-grade deco that fans have come to know and love. (Additional products each sold separately. Subject to availability.)
With realistic detail featuring multiple points of articulation inspired by Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, this collectible Star Wars The Vintage Collection 3.75-inch-scale Endor Bunker playset with Endor Rebel Commando (Scout Trooper Disguise) figure makes a great gift for Star Wars fans and collectors.
Includes: Playset, figure, and instructions.
ENDOR BUNKER: Located at an Imperial outpost on Endor’s forest moon, the Endor Bunker housed the Empire’s second Death Star. To breach its walls, the Rebels devised a plan
ENDOR REBEL COMMANDO (SCOUT TROOPER DISGUISE): The included Endor Rebel Commando (Scout Trooper Disguise) is presented on a Star Wars: Return of the Jedi cardback – a great gift for any Star Wars fan
BUILD THE ICONIC SCENE: This Star Wars The Vintage Collection playset combines with additional playsets to create a full scene inspired by Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
KENNER-INSPIRED PACKAGING: Calling back to the original 1970s Star Wars collectibles, The Vintage Collection features Kenner branding and package design (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.)
PREMIUM ARTICULATION: Highly articulated with a fully poseable head, arms, and legs, the included Endor Rebel Commando (Scout Trooper Disguise) collector figure is a great addition to any collection
Ages 4 and up. Suggested retail $59.99
We want to thank Hasbro for sending all of this along. Hope everyone has a great Star Wars Day…May the 4th be with you!
