Hasbro unveiled a new wave of Star Wars action figures during a livestream this morning, and every single one is a non-human alien character. The lineup marks a deliberate shift back to the franchise’s toy-making roots, when background creatures enjoyed the same plastic immortality as marquee heroes.
At a Glance
- Three Attack of the Clones-era aliens headline the next Black Series wave
- Pre-orders open January 14 at 1 p.m. ET on Hasbro Pulse and other retailers
- Each figure costs $28 and ships in spring 2026
- Why it matters: Collectors finally get high-detail versions of neglected background favorites
A Creature-Only Collection
The upcoming Black Series assortment is entirely free of human characters. Taun We, the serene Kaminoan administrator, arrives with a slim datapad accessory. A winged Geonosian Warrior packs an alternate flight membrane, sonic blaster, and clear display stand. Completing the trio is Watto, the Toydarian junk-dealer last seen bargaining in The Phantom Menace. His tray of extras includes a chance cube, walking stick, and datapad plus swappable wings and a hovering support rod.
The sculpts lean into the exaggerated proportions that made the original Kenner line memorable: Taun We’s elongated limbs, Watto’s pot belly and stubby legs, and the Geonosian’s insectoid joints all translate into dynamic poses straight out of the packaging.
More Surprises Still Under Wraps
Hasbro confirmed two additional releases without showing finished prototypes. A Lord Starkiller figure will mine The Force Unleashed’s alternate Dark Side ending, outfitting cybernetic Sith assassin Galen Marek with clawed gauntlets. Separately, a four-pack for the Vintage Collection will populate Chalmun’s Cantina with Garindan the spy, Labria the Devaronian, Arleil Schous the Defel, and Chalmun himself-the rarely glimpsed, mustachioed Wookiee proprietor.
Why Aliens, Why Now?
Modern Star Wars lines have focused heavily on helmeted heroes and recognizable leads. The Black Series in particular has issued dozens of Lukes, Reys, and Mando variants while background aliens waited years between turns. Recent exceptions-last year’s pod-racer Sebulba, plus Jedi Council members Shaak Ti and Kit Fisto-proved demand exists for deep-cut creatures. Dropping three at once pushes the “little freak quotient” back toward vintage levels, according to News Of Fort Worth‘s coverage of the livestream.
Collectors have long complained that film-accurate versions of prequel aliens lag behind Original Trilogy releases. Taun We last saw plastic in 2003; Watto’s previous 3.75-inch sculpt dates to 2000. Updated face printing, fabric tunics, and dedicated flight stands bring them in line with current Star Wars figure quality without sacrificing the exaggerated charm that made the characters toy aisle staples decades ago.
Release Details
All three Black Series figures hit pre-order on January 14 at 1 p.m. ET. Retail price is $28 each-Republic credits still not accepted. Shipments are scheduled for spring 2026, well ahead of any movie-tie-in slate and separate from the inevitable Mandalorian and Grogu variants already in the pipeline.
The announcement arrives during a broader push by Hasbro to diversify its Star Wars portfolio beyond film release calendars. By mining deep-cut aliens, the company hedges against sequel fatigue and keeps longtime collectors engaged between tent-pole seasons on Disney+.
Key Takeaways
- Hasbro’s next Black Series wave is 100% alien, a first for the modern 6-inch line
- Taun We, Watto, and the Geonosian Warrior emphasize screen-accurate sculpts and creature-specific accessories
- Additional reveals-Lord Starkiller and a cantina patron four-pack-will fill out 2026 shelves
- Pre-orders open January 14 at $28 per figure, targeting spring delivery
