The Star Wars universe’s most formidable and iconic villain, Darth Vader, makes a grand entrance into the role-playing Black Series range. The Hasbro Star Wars team, in a special May 4th edition of Fan First Wednesday, unveiled their latest collection of Vintage Collection, Retro Collection, and Black Series action figures. One of the highlights of this announcement was the Darth Vader Black Series Helmet. This premium electronic helmet, an addition to the ‘Star Wars: The Black Series Darth Vader Premium Electronic Helmet Obi-Wan Kenobi Roleplay Toy’, is designed for individuals aged 14 and above.
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The helmet, an integral part of the Hasbro Star Wars: The Black Series product line launched in 2015, which now encompasses 22 different hard plastic helmets as of 2024, boasts significant updates. These include a re-sculpted neckpiece, a dark metallic grey color decor, and superior sound effects. When compared to the earlier Black Series versions, this helmet shows a noticeable difference in the dome’s thickness, especially as it flares out.
Accompanied by a stand, the full-scale Darth Vader helmet offers maximum display possibilities. The product is not only a treat for collectors but also for serious cosplayers, given its sophisticated design and build. The Clone Wars Black Series Phase II 332nd Ahsoka’s Clone Trooper Premium Electronic Helmet is another notable mention in the same series.
The Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi series, set years after the events of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith, offers a backdrop to these collectibles. The series revisits the times when Kenobi confronted the corruption of his friend and Jedi apprentice, Anakin Skywalker, who later became the Sith Lord Darth Vader. For collectors, Hasbro offers not only the helmets but also options to display, protect, and enhance these collectibles with Wicked Brick display cases or stands.
To truly appreciate the intricacies and distinctions between these helmets, a side-by-side comparison of the Hasbro Black Series Darth Vader Helmet from the Kenobi series and the EFX Legend Edition is recommended. The Black Series also offers an alternative Darth Vader saber, distinct from the Elite version, adding another layer of choice for enthusiasts.
