When it comes to Star Wars merchandise, there are two kinds of shoppers: the informed admirers who’ve ‘searched their feelings’ and already decided on the treasure they want, and then there is you — the one who is reading this article. An innocent browser embarking on the risky mission to buy someone fan merch. Or maybe you’re a distant admirer, just beginning to explore the galaxy of Star Wars, influenced by a friend, and now looking to impress with a gift.
Either way it’s always tricky to gift a fan because what seems obvious might not align with the aspects they actually enjoy about the series. After all, this is a story that began a long, long time ago in 1977, in a galaxy not so far away—Lucasfilm—where the early fans created the anticipation that would become a force for holiday gifting. As a force sensitive fan myself let me introduce you to a range of options that may guide you through this galaxy.
1) Lego Captain Rex from Clone Wars
Powerful characters aren’t always initially shown as central to the franchise, For many this hero soldier that rebelled against the empire is a favourite. Rex’s signature blue and white helmet would be an impressive addition if you’re a LEGO collector. The Captain Rex™ Helmet is an 854 piece set that is part of collectible LEGO® Star Wars™ build-to-display helmet models and they are officially encouraged by LEGO for adults! They become perfect for display with the included nameplate.
2) Hasbro STAR WARSSWE5 Boba Fett Electronic Helmet
In dramatic arc’s the villain often becomes the hero of someone else’s story. If you’re looking to invest a bit more in a helmet you need something from The Black Series, the Hasbro Boba Fett Electronic Helmet is an excellent choice. This must-have collectible pays homage to the cold bounty hunter from The Empire Strikes Back while holding a special place in the hearts of fans of The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett.
3) LEGOStar Wars Millennium Falcon
I have to include the Millennium Falcon, the legendary ship introduced in the movie as a “scoundrel’s” (as Han Solo famously refers to himself) instrument of boasting, which has now become a timeless masterpiece that continues to feature in the recent Star Wars films. If you know a megafan that doesn’t own this, forget everything else and buy this first ! It is currently a best seller on Amazon.
Lightsaber replicas have become increasingly realistic over the decades—well, as realistic as a fictional movie thing can be. If you’d like to go big, invest in one that comes with preinstalled soundfonts and blade effects which would allow the person wielding and swinging it to truly escape into the sensations of a Jedi Knight. Cxsaber is becoming increasingly popular on social media and they provide worldwide shipping for free. So why not go for the classic Luke Skywalker’s Saber — interactive lightsaber.
5) Smugglers Crate- Jedi Knight Box
Sometimes all you need is a bundle. Smugglers crate is a subscription box service but you can choose the one time purchase option after selecting a crate. Personally I’d choose the Jedi Knight Edition, which would include 5-7 options of artwork, memorabilia, accessories and more. This can also be a more economical option compared to opting for one lavish item.
An all time favourite novelization of the movie, the most central story of the saga captures the essence of the franchise. Matthew Stover beautifully unfolds the tragic story of a fallen hero —the descent of Anakin Skywalker into the dark side. Through words, the ferocity of his love for a single person and his willingness to condemn himself to villany for them is detailed. We realise Anakin’s desperation to save Padme’s life makes his fall devastating as it is captivating. Skywalker is possessed by the dark side but we become possessed by the breathtaking pain within the mind of a Jedi Knight capable of great love and compassion, tragically lost to the fear he manifested. I suggest this book over other novelisations because it reveals the reason why star wars fans to this day feel more excitement anytime Vader shows up on screen compared to the numerous heroes within the saga.
It is rare for a Luxury brand to embrace greekdom, but imagine the wonderful surprise of
unpackaging a swarovski box and to your shock find an impeccably cut Mandalorian
figurine made of Crystal and metal. The reflective and gleaming surface allows a
premium sensation that may be unmatched compared to a regular action figure. This is a
unique collectable showcasing incredible detail of Mandalorian armour cut from 632
facets.
