The Toy Box: May the Fourth be with you today!
The Toy Box is an occasional online exclusive column where we take a look at the latest in toys and collectibles out there.
Today is May The Fourth, and you know what that means… it's Star Wars Day!
From new release in the ever-popular Lego Star Wars range to a fun family-day at Royal Selangor, Star Wars fans certainly have a lot to look forward to this week.
Ever wanted a Lego version of the Star Wars logo? Well, you're in luck, because one of the latest Lego Star Wars sets to be released this month is, yes, a buildable version of the Star Wars logo.
Unlike the Marvel one that was released earlier this year, you don't get minifigures with this one, but it does have a really cool Easter egg for the true Star Wars fans - a little panel that opens up to reveal the opening scene of A New Hope , with a little Imperial Star Destroyer chasing the Tantive IV.
Now that is what we call a cool hidden Easter Egg.
Another impressive set that was released for Star Wars Day is the Jango Fett's Firespray-Class Starship, the latest in the Lego Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series.
Measuring an impressive 44 cm long, the model can be displayed in either the landing position, or the more iconic upright flight mode.
It also comes with updated Jango Fett and Young Boba Fett minifigures, and play features such as a press-down main entrance, a compartment containing the seismic charge (which you can deploy if a Jedi starfighter ever gets on your tail), and adjustable blaster cannons.
There will be no disintegrations when this set is finally built. — Photo: Lego Feel the Force at Royal Selangor
Sure, it may be happening a week AFTER Star Wars Day, but everyday is Star Wars Day if the Force is strong with you!
On May 10, 2-4pm, the Royal Selangor Visitor Centre will be turned into a galactic playground of
fun and fandom, as the centre hosts a celebration featuring a variety of activities.
From a trivia challenge for the ultimate Star Wars experts and a giant graffiti wall, to special appearances by cosplayers from the Star Wars Malaysia Fan Club, there's something for every Star Wars fan here. You can even dress up as your favourite character and enter the Star Wars costume contest to win cool prizes.
One of the highlights of the day will be the Peperangan Bintang show,, a one-of-a-kind wayang kulit performance by the acclaimed Fusion Wayang Kulit troupe, which brings the Star Wars movies to life through shadow puppetry.
This Royal Selangor Darth Vader bust is impressive. Most impressive. — Photo: Royal Selangor
Last but not least, Star Wars collectors will be able to preview the all-new Star Wars collectibles that are part of Royal Selangor's Spring Summer 2025 releases, which celebrates one of cinema's most formidable villains - Darth Vader.
The new range includes meticulously sculpted busts to striking collectibles capturing his most iconic moments, each celebrating the Sith Lord's legacy of power, fear, and redemption.
Alongside these, discover new designs honouring legendary battles and pivotal scenes from Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back , bringing the Star Wars galaxy into your home.
Admission to the event is free. Elite Squad goes hot (toys)
In other Star Wars toys and collectible news, Hot Toys recently announced a new figure to its Star Wars range – an Elite Squad Trooper from the Star Wars: The Bad Batch animated series.
Elite Squad troopers never miss! Or do they? — Photo: Hot Toys
According to a press release, the Elite Squad was a 'select group of top soldiers from across the galaxy.
'Envisioned as a way to generate loyal soldiers for the Empire without relying solely on clone soldiers, a small sampling of highly skilled, enlisted recruits tasked with neutralizing anti-Imperial insurgents throughout the galaxy."
This new 1/6th scale collectible figure of Elite Squad Trooper is available in a limited quantity of only 1,500 units, exclusively in selected markets.
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