Is Hasbro’s new $599 life-size Grogu a major Win or a total Wiff? We’re breaking down the specs, the staggering price point, and why this animatronic "toy" has the FITT crew divided. From 250+ animations to the mystery of the 4 D batteries, we’re asking the tough questions about the future of modern toy collecting and Star Wars memorabilia.

Standing 14.6 inches tall, this 1:1 scale animatronic is impressive technologically, featuring 18 points of motorized articulation and 14 sensors that bring the "Child" to life. Whether he's using the "Force" to make his blue macaron vibrate or entering "Grab & Go" mode for your next cosplay, the engineering behind his squishy skin and directional audio is undeniable. However, with a $599 price tag, the collector community remains torn on whether these premium features—like the screen-accurate robes and "toddling" walk—justify the cost or if it's just a high-tech Wiff for most collectors.

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00:00 - The pre-order madness begins02:10 - Why John hated Mandalorian Season 304:08 - The 2027 shipping delay nightmare05:56 - $600 for Grogu vs. the Jabba Sail Barge07:54 - Is it a toy or a $600 Teddy Ruxpin?08:50 - 18 points of "insane" motorized articulation11:12 - The Wiff: Furby vibes for a premium price13:25 - Hidden "Cosplay Mode" features15:46 - The D battery disaster and USBC fails19:16 - Why a Roomba is a better investment20:25 - Scalpers and third-party site chaos23:28 - Listener Voicemail: Designer toy artist tips25:31 - May the 4th vibes and packing peanut legends#UltimateGrogu #TheMandalorianAndGrogu #StarWarsCollecting #ActionFigures #ToyReview #Grogu #TheMandalorian #Hasbro #HasbroPulse #StarWarsMovie #StarWarsToys #FiveIdiotsTalkingToys #FITT #DisneyPlus #ToyPodcast #BabyYoda #Anamatronics ----------------------🫶 Support our #podcast through Patreon, and get early access to #toycollection previews, exclusive #starwarsactionfigures video content like Rated-R collector episodes AKA "Five Idiots After Dark" & our regular episodes before the public:https://patreon.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToys

Explore the wild world of 80s and 90s action figure collecting as the FITT crew dives into "mid-modern" finds and rare carded figures. In this episode, we break down a major Win featuring a mint-on-card Makola from The Lost World of the Warlord and discuss why some modern collectibles might actually be a Wiff in disguise. Whether you’re a die-hard Star Wars fan or a DC Universe completionist, we’re uncovering the steals and the struggles of the current toy market.

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00:00 - The "Three Idiots" opening & Knicks talk

02:55 - How to get on the show: FITT Voicemail

03:28 - Supporting the idiocy on Patreon

04:35 - The wheel of technical difficulties

05:40 - The Boba Fett Owala hydration Win - Buy Yours: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B3JTQZX7

08:22 - Deep cut: Lost World of the Warlord Makola

11:21 - Scouting the "Mid-Modern" local toy store

13:03 - Red Tornado and the Metamorpho BAF piece

15:53 - Why the MCU is getting complicated

19:00 - Where are the other Idiots?

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Relive the golden era of toy collecting as we deep-dive into the most iconic, massive, and highly sought-after playsets of all time. From the legendary 11-foot USS Flagg aircraft carrier to the Star Trek "Wiff" to the Ewok Village, we’re ranking the vintage grails that every 80s and 90s kid dreamed of owning. Whether it’s a Wednesday Win for your collection or a piece of plastic junk that takes up too much room, we're breaking down the secondary market value and the pure nostalgia of these toy history legends.

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00:00 - The Wednesday coaching struggle

01:25 - Deep-diving into 10 of the most popular playsets

07:02 - The Ewok Village: A branding Wiff or a classic?

10:37 - Ghostbusters Firehouse: The expensive pieces you're missing

11:46 - M.A.S.K. Boulder Hill: The ultimate hidden weapon

14:55 - Eternia: The massive $1,000+ Master of the Universe grail

16:30 - Mego Star Trek Enterprise: A vinyl Win or total junk?

18:21 - TMNT Technodrome: Shredder’s master control room

19:35 - The USS Flagg: 11 feet of G.I. Joe insanity

23:48 - Kenner Death Star: Cardboard vs. Plastic

26:25 - Castle Grayskull: The power of the microphone

29:33 - Nickelodeon Sewer Lair: The end of the all-plastic era

34:48 - Jurassic Park and the future of playsets

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