Star Wars Action Figures

Action figures have always occupied a special role in live of both children and adults alike. Though the purposes for which the people collect action figures of their favourite stars differ from person to person, the underlying principle is always the same – they are symbols of the figures they idolize. Therefore, in some ways the little miniatures of one's favourite stars prove to be greater role models than anything else in life. In case of children particularly, these action figures play an important role in the development of their psyche. These figures are not mere toys, but they are a part of themselves that they will remember well into their adult years.

With the onset of the Star War era, a lot of things change, and this was not just restricted to the moving pictures industry. The growing obsession with motion pictures and sitcoms meant that there would be a greater demand for the related merchandize. The special appeal that Star Wars held for children can never be matched. It was about heroes conquering their enemies, and this provided them with a whole new version which made up for their twentieth century fairy tales. The toy industry had a lot to gain from this.

Action figures had been made popular earlier. But what revolutionized the industry was the drastic miniaturization that these figures underwent. This is seen as path breaking for many. The initial 12 inch replicas of the favourite stars were replaced by some about thrice as small. The new Star Wars action figures were merely 3 ¾ inches small. And this held a special appeal for collectors, most of who were children.

Producing smaller figures had a number of advantages and it went a long way in making these Star Wars action figures even more popular. First, they could be produced at low cost, and therefore could be sold cheaper. This made more and more children want to collect as many of these action figures as possible. More ambitious kids wish to possess all figures of one edition of one series. There was some special attraction in possessing all so that their favourite episodes and favourite scenes could be enact with the help of these Star Wars action figures . The makers of these figures, rather than just sticking to making action figures, also made accessories such as spaceships and swords, which also drew a good response from the children folk.

Last, but not the least, these Star Wars action figures also became hot collector's item for those interested in them for the purpose of investment.

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