Folks, there are some days when it ain't easy being a lifelong Star Wars fan.
Now, I'm not trying to court any controversy, people. All I'm trying to do respectfully is demonstrate that fandom has its respective highs and lows. Rarely does something start out 'on top of the heap' and stay up there forever. We've all seen what Russell T. Davies has done to Doctor Who. We've all struggled with the utter narrative collapse of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. And -- dare I mention it? -- our beloved Star Wars has found itself on hard times indeed as The Mandalorian Season 3 crapped the bed, Ahsoka turned out to be a visual Ambien, and now The Acolyte destroyed the Force in favor of the Thread where a cartel of Communist Space Witches gave immaculate birth to twin boring actresses. (Well, at least one actress, that is ...)
No, no, and no: I'm not making a statement on the quality or lack thereof of Kathleen Kennedy's latest disaster. I think it's pretty clear that the show's ratings speak for themselves. I didn't watch it. I've no desire to see it. Ever. And the sudden disappearance of its merchandise from the Disney online portal suggests maybe even the Mouse House would like that diversion to be forgotten. Only time will tell.
(Again: if you liked The Acolyte, then that's great. I'm glad you did. Keep fanning those flames, my friends, and maybe you'll get a bit more of the same. "You deserve what you accept," after all, and it is what it is.)
But ...
I'm happier sticking with what's tried-and-true, and the classic characters have never looked more adorable than they do at present with Doorables line of miniature figures. Yes, I've posted about them before in the space, and the reason I'm bringing them up again is that -- over the weekend -- I noticed at the local WalMart that they've finally put out a few more additions, these tied specifically to some themed sets. I passed at picking them up because some WalMart clerk had tagged them incorrectly (at a ridiculously exorbitant price, I might add), but now that the merchant has corrected them I'll likely pick one, two, or maybe even all of them up. These really are incredibly cute, and they make wonderful decor for those of us who still appreciate classic Star Wars and are willing to tolerate a face or two from the Disney iterations.
Pictures are below.
Now, I'm not trying to court any controversy, people. All I'm trying to do respectfully is demonstrate that fandom has its respective highs and lows. Rarely does something start out 'on top of the heap' and stay up there forever. We've all seen what Russell T. Davies has done to Doctor Who. We've all struggled with the utter narrative collapse of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. And -- dare I mention it? -- our beloved Star Wars has found itself on hard times indeed as The Mandalorian Season 3 crapped the bed, Ahsoka turned out to be a visual Ambien, and now The Acolyte destroyed the Force in favor of the Thread where a cartel of Communist Space Witches gave immaculate birth to twin boring actresses. (Well, at least one actress, that is ...)
No, no, and no: I'm not making a statement on the quality or lack thereof of Kathleen Kennedy's latest disaster. I think it's pretty clear that the show's ratings speak for themselves. I didn't watch it. I've no desire to see it. Ever. And the sudden disappearance of its merchandise from the Disney online portal suggests maybe even the Mouse House would like that diversion to be forgotten. Only time will tell.
(Again: if you liked The Acolyte, then that's great. I'm glad you did. Keep fanning those flames, my friends, and maybe you'll get a bit more of the same. "You deserve what you accept," after all, and it is what it is.)
But ...
I'm happier sticking with what's tried-and-true, and the classic characters have never looked more adorable than they do at present with Doorables line of miniature figures. Yes, I've posted about them before in the space, and the reason I'm bringing them up again is that -- over the weekend -- I noticed at the local WalMart that they've finally put out a few more additions, these tied specifically to some themed sets. I passed at picking them up because some WalMart clerk had tagged them incorrectly (at a ridiculously exorbitant price, I might add), but now that the merchant has corrected them I'll likely pick one, two, or maybe even all of them up. These really are incredibly cute, and they make wonderful decor for those of us who still appreciate classic Star Wars and are willing to tolerate a face or two from the Disney iterations.
Pictures are below.
Of course, not that anybody's asking, but wouldn't it be cool to get a set based entirely on each of the movies in the original two trilogies? (Sorry, JJ and Kathleen, not a fan of the Sequel Trilogy ...) What better way to commemorate these motion pictures with a box on each film; and I think the hardest of the hardcore fans would be willing to pony up respectable pocket change for individual character additions they way they did in the days of their youth ... like, maybe, a Bounty Hunter set? Woof. That would be killer.
In any event, like and share the post as you like, kids. These things are wonderful -- the wifey concurs, even -- so get 'em while you can.
As always, thanks for reading ... thanks for sharing ... thanks for being a fan ... and live long and prosper!
-- EZ
In any event, like and share the post as you like, kids. These things are wonderful -- the wifey concurs, even -- so get 'em while you can.
As always, thanks for reading ... thanks for sharing ... thanks for being a fan ... and live long and prosper!
-- EZ
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