A veteran of the Rebel Alliance’s Intelligence division, Colonel Airen Cracken made his debut in The Vintage Collection in 2012 as part of Wave 11. Specifically representing his role as part of the Millennium Falcon crew during the Battle of Endor in Return of the Jedi, this figure was a treat for Expanded Universe and "background character" fans alike. It provided a much-needed super-articulated update to the Rebel officer corps, capturing the seasoned look of the man responsible for many of the Alliance's technical sabotage operations.
Technical Details & Sculpt
- Design & Silhouette: The sculpt features the specialized tan and brown flight suit worn by the Falcon’s crew during the assault on the second Death Star. It includes a detailed utility vest and high-collar tunic, maintaining a realistic, battle-ready silhouette that fits perfectly in a cockpit environment.
- Deco & Likeness: The 2012 release captures the likeness of actor Michael Culver with impressive accuracy for the scale. The paint application on the uniform is clean, featuring a muted earth-tone palette with silver hits on the vest’s buckles and life-support connectors.
- Articulation: Featuring premium TVC articulation, including ball-jointed shoulders, elbows, knees, and ankles. The range of motion is specifically engineered to allow Cracken to sit at the Millennium Falcon’s engineering station or take a commanding stance in a Rebel briefing room.
- Display Utility: This is a vital "crew-builder" for any Millennium Falcon or Home One diorama. He is best displayed alongside Lando Calrissian (VC47) and Nien Nunb (VC106).
Accessories & Equipment
Colonel Cracken comes prepared for both starship operations and ground skirmishes. He includes a DH-17 blaster pistol, which fits securely into a functional hip holster. A standout feature is the removable comms headset, which is molded in a flexible dark plastic and fits snugly over his head, allowing collectors to transition him from a flight-ready technician to a standard Rebel officer for base-room displays.
Quick Specs
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Series | Star Wars: The Vintage Collection |
| Number | VC90 |
| Source | Return of the Jedi |
| Release Year | 2012 |
| MSRP | $9.99 |
| Accessories | DH-17 Blaster, Removable Comms Headset |