Fennec was another fun one to work on, because all of her attitude needs to be relayed in her pose. You have to find a delicate mix of calm but dangerous. And Fennec's hair was extremely challenging from a production perspective.

Mandalorian - Pop In A Box The Mandalorian - Pop In A Box

Reis O'Brien: We got it sculpted just fine, but the real trial and error came with getting the factory to nail the paints on that zigzagging pattern of the orange strips woven into her hair. But after a few tries, we finally found a great solution. Starting off, we saw the ceremonial induction of a young child, Ragnar Vizsla, into the Mandalorian tribe, only to be abruptly interrupted by a Dinosaur Turtle. Reis O'Brien: For the flying Dark Trooper, beyond the excellent sculpt, what really needed to be captured here was the sad little face on Grogu, with his little baby hand reaching out to Mando. When I first saw it, my heart almost broke! StarWars.com: Let's walk through the sculpts of each one so you can call out some of the fine details or highlight areas that were challenging.Well, Season 3 of “The Mandalorian” has wrapped up, and what an interstellar roller coaster it has been! And she's not alone. The new lineup of collectibles includes both a Dark Trooper and Luke Skywalker holding Grogu, Cobb Vanth, the Child deep in meditation, and versions of Fennec Shand and Boba Fett, including the duo perched on a throne in the palace formerly known as Jabba's.

The Mandalorian Funko Pop Collector Guide Star Wars: The Mandalorian Funko Pop Collector Guide

The season was also peppered with unexpected alliances, hidden agendas, and tense face-offs. Dr. Pershing’s encounter with Elia Kane and their subsequent plot aboard a decommissioned Imperial-class Star Destroyer showcased that the line between friend and foe isn’t always clear.His bear-enhanced stormtroopers and the haunting vision of Force-sensitive clones of himself only intensified the stakes. The latest roster showcases familiar faces and some unexpected additions, encapsulating the rollercoaster of emotions experienced throughout the series. StarWars.com: First of all, thank you for making the Frog Lady figure of my dreams. For this newest wave of Funko Pops!, how did you decide which characters and moments you wanted to include from Season 2 of The Mandalorian? For Boba Fett in his armor, we found ourselves really striving to capture the look and feel of old armor that just got a new paint job. So it needed to look freshened up, but it's still an old set of armor that's been through countless scrapes and battles. That's where careful color callouts come in, knowing just how much and where to place those dings and scratches.

Funko 10 Pop Assorted - Tesco Groceries Funko 10 Pop Assorted - Tesco Groceries

Moff Gideon’s return brought a new wave of challenges, mainly when he aimed to complete the Great Purge of Mandalore. StarWars.com: That Luke and Grogu is positively irresistible. When you're creating a likeness like Luke Skywalker here, which so many people recognize and know and love, in this stylized representation, what are the essential elements for you that tell you you've nailed the look and feel of the character?

And who could forget the moment she plunged into the Living Waters to save Din Djarin? The reappearance of the Mythosaur added another layer of complexity to her story. This is technically a production variant but it displays more chrome armor compared to the base figure. But then enters the intricate design of Bo-Katan Kryze, exuding power and authority, reminding fans of the fierce battles and strategic alliances that dominated the season. Reis O'Brien: Too much and it’s a bit gory, too little and you lose some of the personality of the character. Those scars speak of an untold story, so they needed to be represented perfect in the Pop!

Mandalorian Season 3 Funko Pops! Exclusive 2023 Reveal: The Mandalorian Season 3 Funko Pops!

Brian Merten: Thanks for taking the time to interview us! Some characters are obvious first choices that rise to the top; with others, we like to keep the offering fresh and exciting. Maybe even throwing in a little unpredictability, surprise and delight as they say. That's where characters like the Frog Lady and the Gamorrean fighter come in. For this, we did have a little bit of conversation and easily landed on the Frog Lady. I would imagine that you're pleased that we didn't land on an ice spider. Brian Merten: When Reis and I re-pose a Pop! we try and bring out a new aspect of the character, whether it’s personality or story. With a pose like this you can tell a different story by changing the weapon; Mando fights very differently with the weapons in his arsenal so we need to make sure the whole pose makes sense and is believable. Reis O'Brien: We had already done several Pops! of him, so the real question was “How are we going to make the new ones stand out?” There were some minor armor changes, but what you really want to do is capture an entire new facet of his personality. I think we came up with the perfect “ready to rumble” pose with him holding the beskar spear. Brian Merten: Glow-in-the-dark is a shining example of the kind of fun we can have with Pop! as an expression of bringing pop culture and toyetic cues to Star Wars. StarWars.com: You've created so many fantastic Star Wars Funko Pops! over the years. How do you keep evolving the sculpts and techniques to keep things fresh and make the latest line even more detailed with each successive wave?This collection promises to be a treasured addition for enthusiasts and casual viewers alike, celebrating a season that reshaped the Star Wars narrative. Here’s the breakdown for The Mandalorian Season 3 Funko Pops release: StarWars.com: This wave has me extra excited for The Book of Boba Fett. What were some of your favorite parts or sculpting challenges for Boba and Fennec? The valiant Mandalorians had to rally together to defend their homeland, leading to some of the most riveting combat scenes yet.