With the successful launch of the Star Wars: The Bad Batch TV show on Disney+, pop culture memorabilia shop Sideshow released the Hunter collectible, a miniature action figure of one of the show's leading characters. The Hunter collectible, designed by Hot Toys, is a highly realistic replica of the stoic clone commando contained in a sixth scale format.
The collectible comes with an expansive array of options for play or display. The toy has over 30 points of articulation, enabling it to be manipulated and positioned to suit the consumer's needs. Along with this flexibility, The Hunter collectible can be outfitted with a range of included equipment like different blasters or interchangeable helmets and head parts. The action figure is available for pre-order from Sideshow.
Sci-Fi Sixth Scale Collectibles
The Hunter Collectible Expands Sideshow's Star Wars Collection
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