The journey of the Chosen One began anew when Anakin Skywalker returned to The Vintage Collection in 2022. This reissue captures the young slave from Tatooine as he appeared in The Phantom Menace, just as he was discovered by Qui-Gon Jinn. Originally released in 2012, this 2022 update was a vital "back-to-basics" offering for the line, ensuring that the foundational character of the Skywalker Saga remained available for collectors building out their prequel-era displays.
Technical Details & Sculpt
- Design & Realism: The sculpt accurately portrays the 9-year-old Anakin in his humble desert rags. It features a layered tunic and a functional utility belt, maintaining a small, "short-stature" 3.75-inch silhouette that scales correctly against adult figures like Qui-Gon or Obi-Wan.
- Photo-Real Deco: The 2022 reissue is defined by the Photo-real face printing. This technology provides a significant upgrade to the likeness of young Jake Lloyd, offering more natural skin tones and expressive, lifelike eyes that far surpass the hand-painted applications of the 2012 original.
- Articulation: Despite his small size, the figure features premium TVC articulation. With ball-jointed shoulders, elbows, and knees, Anakin is capable of sitting naturally in a podracer cockpit or standing in a determined "pilot" pose.
- Display Utility: This is the essential "starting point" figure for any Tatooine or Jedi Council chronological display. He is best positioned alongside Padmé Amidala (VC139) or Qui-Gon Jinn (VC173).
Accessories & Equipment
Anakin Skywalker comes equipped for a life of mechanical tinkering and high-stakes racing. He includes his removable grease-stained podracer helmet, which features translucent goggles that can be worn over his eyes or rested on the brim. Additionally, he comes with his small survival backpack, which fits securely over his shoulders, capturing his look as he leaves his mother and his home behind to follow his destiny among the stars.
Quick Specs
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Series | Star Wars: The Vintage Collection |
| Number | VC80-REISSUE |
| Source | The Phantom Menace |
| Release Year | 2022 (Reissue) |
| MSRP | $13.99 |
| Accessories | Podracer Helmet, Survival Backpack |