Description
[Product Introduction] Hot Toys' "Movie Masterpiece" series welcomes the blockbuster sci-fi film "Star Wars" to its lineup. The versatile astromech droid, R2-D2, appears in a deluxe version! The small, circular astromech droid R2-D2 is a general-purpose robot primarily designed for operating electronic equipment. Despite its compact body, its advanced electronic brain and abundant equipment allow it to perform a variety of tasks, including piloting spaceships, repairing machinery, and storing a vast amount of memory. Even in dangerous situations, it remains loyal and brave in its missions, diligently supporting its master, displaying a rich emotional range and endearing personality. R2-D2, as it appears in the original "Star Wars" trilogy, has been brought to life as a high-end 1/6 scale figure, standing approximately 18 cm tall with over 10 points of articulation. The striking white, blue, and metallic silver coloring of the exterior is enhanced with weathering paintwork for a weighty and realistic finish. The dome-shaped head faithfully reproduces the texture from the film by using "alloy" for 60% of its construction. The third leg located on the underside of the body can be retracted into the body. Eight locations on the head, including the logic circuit activation display, holographic projector, and processor operation indicator lamp, are equipped with LED light-up functions. Furthermore, it has a built-in talking gimmick that emits 14 different R2-D2 sounds. The lights and sounds can be switched ON/OFF with the included remote control. The head panel can be opened and closed, and the periscope arm stored in the head can be extended. Opening another head panel allows for the attachment of accessories such as the life-sign detection antenna and Luke Skywalker's lightsaber. The body panels can also be opened and closed, and 10 different work arms can be attached, including a computer interface arm, a small rotary saw, and a grip arm. Accessories include a data card with the Death Star blueprints that can be inserted into the forehead, a mini lamp with LED light-up function that can be attached to the front of the body, and a control bolt. The control bolts have built-in magnets, allowing the body panels to open and close smoothly. Furthermore, it comes with two Princess Leia hologram figures, each approximately 6-7 cm tall, and features a dedicated LED-lit base – a welcome bonus! With both standing and crouching poses, you can recreate iconic scenes from *Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope*. Packed with gimmicks and accessories that recreate the original *Star Wars* trilogy in meticulous detail, this R2-D2 is truly the ultimate, definitive edition! Keep an eye out for future releases in Hot Toys' *Star Wars* series!
【Product Specifications】
Manufacturer: Hot Toys
Series Number: MM#511
Scale: 1/6 Scale
Size: Approximately 18 cm tall
Articulation Points: 10
Battery: Button battery used
Packaging: Closed box
Production Information: Limited production
Distribution Method: General sale
Product Type: High-end 1/6 scale articulated figure
Accessories: Work arms (x11), mini lamp, life-sign detection antenna, Luke Skywalker's lightsaber, data card, control bolt, Princess Leia hologram figure (x2), hologram figure base, remote control for sound and light-up
Special Features: Light-up function, talking gimmick
Barcode Number: 4897011187990
Production Staff: Painted by Lok Ho, Art Directed by JC. Hong
【Work Introduction】
Star Wars (1977-) A masterpiece of space opera, depicting the war between the Empire and the Rebel Alliance in a galaxy far, far away. Directed by George Lucas, the series consists of six parts, beginning with "Episode IV: A New Hope" (1977), followed by "Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back" (1980), and "Episode VI: Return of the Jedi" (1983). These three films, Episodes 4, 5, and 6, are known as the original trilogy. In 1999, "Episode I: The Phantom Menace," in 2002, "Episode II: Attack of the Clones," and in 2005, "Episode III: Revenge of the Sith" were released as the prequel trilogy. In 2008, the CG animated series "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" was released as an episode set between "Episode II" and "Episode III." The entire seven-film series grossed approximately $4.2 billion at the box office and has had a profound influence on subsequent science fiction works. Star Wars, the unprecedented entertainment phenomenon that transcended film, saw its first installment of a new trilogy, *Star Wars: The Force Awakens*, released in December 2015 to great acclaim. Furthermore, *Star Wars: The Last Jedi* was released worldwide on December 15, 2017 (Friday). The final chapter, *Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker*, was released simultaneously in Japan and the US on December 20, 2019 (Friday). starwars.disney.co.jp/