Gentle Giant has built a much-loved part in a galaxy far, far away with its line ofStar Warscollectibles. Things haven’t slowed since the model maker joined Diamond Select in 2019, and the latest wave of scale busts shows that it hasn’t lost its eye for capturing solid sculpts of icons from the space saga.
The latest releases are part of Gentle Giant’s 1:6 and 1:2 range of busts, adding to an already impressive collection of space icons. The 1:6 scale busts are hefty takes on icons from both ends of theStar Warstimeline — the original trilogy and the latestStar Warslive-action series,Ahsoka. An exclusive addition to the 1:2 range completes the set, featuring one of the most iconic designs in science fiction. These are bound to be sought-after pieces, and fans will need to hurry to secure them as all three busts are being released in limited quantities.
Star Wars: Ahsoka Grand Admiral Thrawn 1:6 Scale Mini-Bust
The high-ranking villain who survived the fall of the Galactic Empire was anticipated long before he made his live-action debut inAhsoka. This 1:6 scale mini-bust brings Grand Admiral Thrawn to life in the guise of actor Lars Mikkelsen. This bust stands 6 inches tall, including its pedestal base, and is sure to find a home at the heart of fans’ collections, although with only 3,000 pieces available, they will have to hurry. It arrives in August 2024.
Star Wars Chewbacca Life Day 1:6 Scale Mini-Bust
This distinctive bust finds Chewbacca in the long flowing robes of Life Day: the Wookiee celebration that took on extra meaning after the defeat of the Galactic Empire inEpisode VI — Return of the Jedi. As the hirsute icon celebrates family, joy, and harmony, he holds a crystalline Life Day Orb. This 7-inch bust is a fascinating take on a familiar character and is limited to 1,000 pieces. It arrives in August 2024.
Star Wars Shadowtrooper Legends in 3D 1:2 Scale Bust - FCBD 2024 Exclusive
This 1:2 scale bust is an exclusive release to mark 2024’s Free Comic Book Day. It’s a great tribute to the Shadowtroopers that first appeared in a 1979 comic strip before joining the current canon in 2013. Sitting on a sculpted technological base, the bust is 10 inches tall and comes in collector’s packaging with a certificate of authenticity. This Legends in 3-Dimensions piece is a limited release of only 1,000 pieces. It arrives in August 2024.
The latest Gentle Giant busts are great additions to their expanding range, and fans will be particularly keen to add the live-action incarnation of Grand Admiral Thrawn to their shelves. The villain’s popularity and legend have soared since he was introduced in Timothy Zahn’s 1991 novelHeir to the Empire. As the Grand Admiral is set to further cement his reputation in live action, this is a characteristically ideal time for him to join the range.
Game Rant readers who want to add to their bust collection before this wave arrives in 2024 can take advantage of 10% off and free domestic shipping on any in-stock merchandise over $79 at Entertainment Earth.
FAQs
Which eras of Star Wars do Gentle Giant busts cover?
As shown in the latest wave, Gentle Giant produces scale busts that cover theStar Warsmedia timeline from the moviesEpisode I — The Phantom MenacetoEpisode IX — the Rise of Skywalkeras well as the latest Disney Plus TV series set after the fall of the Galactic Empire that began withThe Mandalorian.
Is Gentle Giant part of Diamond Select Toys?
Diamond Select acquired Gentle Giant’s key lines in 2019, adding them to a portfolio that also includes Art Asylum.
