Hasbro Star Wars : Black Series 4-LOM (Empire Strikes Back)

Description

Hasbro Star Wars: The Black Series 6″ 4-LOM action figure from The Empire Strikes Back.

This figure is part of the standard Black Series line and is a key addition for collectors looking to complete the bounty hunter team hired by Darth Vader.

1. Character and Design:

• Iconic Bounty Hunter: The figure is a faithful representation of 4-LOM, one of the six notorious bounty hunters seen on the bridge of the Executor in The Empire Strikes Back. He is a protocol droid who has had his programming overridden to become a cunning thief and assassin.
• Movie-Accurate Aesthetic: The sculpt is highly detailed, replicating the droid’s insect-like head and sensor eyes. The body armor is intricately sculpted with a metallic bronze and dark grey finish, complete with visible wiring and tech details on his joints and body.
• Weathering and Battle Damage: The figure features subtle weathering and paint applications to show wear and tear, reflecting his long history as a bounty hunter in the galaxy.
• Scale: The figure is in the standard 6-inch scale of The Black Series line, making it a perfect match for other characters in the collection, including his partner, Zuckuss.

2. Articulation:

• Standard Black Series Articulation: The figure features the standard articulation scheme common to humanoid figures in the Black Series line. This allows for a good range of dynamic poses for combat and display:
  • Ball-jointed head and neck: For expressive posing of his head.
  • Butterfly joints at the shoulders: Allowing his arms to move forward for holding his rifle.
  • Swivel cuts: At the biceps, wrists, and thighs.
  • Double-jointed elbows and knees: For a wider range of motion.
  • Torso articulation: An ab-crunch and waist swivel.
  • Ankle rockers: For stability in various stances.

3. Included Accessories:

• Blaster Rifle: The figure comes with his signature blaster rifle, which is sculpted with good detail and can be held in his hands. This is the only accessory typically included with this figure.

4. Packaging and Release:

• Standard Black Series Box: The figure is packaged in the standard Black Series window box, with character art on the side and a clear window to showcase the figure and its accessory.
• Build-A-Figure (BAF) Piece (Possible): In some releases, 4-LOM was part of a “Build-A-Figure” wave, and his packaging may have included a piece for a larger character (though this is less common for figures released in this particular retro style).
• Common Pairing: 4-LOM is often sold alongside his partner, Zuckuss. The two figures were frequently released together or in the same wave, allowing collectors to build the pair.

In summary, the Star Wars: The Black Series 4-LOM is a solid, highly detailed collectible that faithfully brings the fan-favorite droid bounty hunter to life. Its intricate sculpt and standard articulation make it a valuable addition to any Star Wars collection.