There’s dramatic, and then there’s “I just got burned to a crisp and turned into one of cinema’s most iconic villains” dramatic. Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith didn’t just give us the ultimate fall-from-grace arc—it gave us Darth Vader, freshly baked and emotionally broiled. And now, Hot Toys has gone full mad scientist, recreating that moment in plastic glory with the Hot Toys Darth Vader Revenge of the Sith 1/6 figure.
If you’ve been following the line-up of Hot Toys Star Wars releases, this one is something special. Not just another Vader clone—this is Vader’s origin suit, pain and all.
Accessories and Details Included with the Episode III Darth Vader Hot Toys Figure
Hot Toys didn’t hold back. This figure packs in more extras than a cantina band on a Friday night. Whether you go Standard or Deluxe, here’s what you’re getting with the Hot Toys Darth Vader Revenge of the Sith 1/6 figure:
The 1/6th scale Darth Vader Collectible Figure specially features:
- Authentic and detailed likeness of Darth Vader from Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
- One newly developed Darth Vader helmet head with a removable dome (because nothing says vulnerability like a Sith with his helmet off)
- One battle-damaged Darth Vader head sculpt featuring separate rolling eyeballs (yep, he’s watching you judge your display poses)
- Hyper-detailed facial expression with severely burned wounds, scars, wrinkles, and some of the best “flesh-on-fire” paintwork I’ve ever seen
- Over 30 points of articulation
- Stands approximately 35cm tall
Interchangeable Gloved Hands (because Vader’s got moods):
- One pair of lightsaber-holding hands
- One pair of Force-using hands (ideal for desk-side Force-choke reenactments)
- One pair of clenched fists
- One left hand for holding a belt box
- One angled right hand for stylised lightsaber action
- One crossed-arms gesture hand – yes, that iconic broody stance
Costume Details:
- Newly tailored Darth Vader armour and nylon bodysuit – gorgeously grim
- Two black capes (wired for drama, non-wired for relaxation… you decide)
- LED-lighted chest panel (USB powered, red and green lighting)
- Functional LED-lighted belt boxes (white lights, also USB powered)
- Black nylon pants (tailored tighter than a stormtrooper’s aim)
- Armoured boots to finish the look
Weapons:
- One LED-lighted lightsaber hilt (red glow, USB powered)
- One standard lightsaber hilt
- One red lightsaber blade
- One red “blade in motion” accessory for action shots
Base and Display:
- Space station-themed figure base with LED lighting (USB powered)
- Specially designed space station backdrop – think post-OP Palpatine’s workshop
Whether you’re showing him mid-scream, brooding in silence, or standing triumphantly on his display base, this figure screams cinematic presence.st say if Palpatine had this much attention to detail, the Empire wouldn’t have fallen apart.
How Does This Hot Toys Darth Vader Compare to Empire Strikes Back and Obi-Wan Kenobi Versions?
Let’s break it down. The Empire Strikes Back version of Vader is peak boss-level villain. He’s clean, cold, calculated—already deep into the “I find your lack of faith disturbing” era.
The Obi-Wan Kenobi version from the Hot Toys line shows a Vader with literal cracks—his helmet damaged, his soul leaking out. Beautifully broken.
But the Hot Toys Star Wars Episode III Darth Vader figure? It’s the tragic chrysalis. He’s newly forged, rage still fresh, and it’s the only version that gives you that raw transition from Jedi to Sith in such crisp visual storytelling.
This is the Vader that wakes up screaming. Not because of the injuries, but because of the betrayal and the loss—and also because someone forgot to install the aircon on Mustafar.
The Darth Vader Scene in Revenge of the Sith: Pain, Pathos, and Palpatine
We can’t talk about this figure without talking about that scene. Anakin, newly transformed, awakens on the operating table, lets out a guttural “NOOOO!” and crushes everything in sight—including what’s left of our emotional stability.
It’s memeable, yes, but also heartbreakingly human. It’s the moment Anakin realises he’s lost Padmé, lost himself, and gained only pain in return. The Hot Toys figure freezes this moment in time, a monument to one of the darkest (and most pivotal) scenes in the saga.
Darth Vader Hot Toys Revenge of the Sith Pre-Order, Release Date & Where to Buy
You’ll want to act faster than Obi-Wan on a lava surfboard. The Darth Vader Hot Toys Revenge of the Sith pre-order is live now at all major Hot Toys retailers. The release date is expected sometime in the second half of 2025.
Pro tip: with Star Wars collectors known to swarm these like Ewoks on snacks, it’s wise to lock in your order early.
How It Connects with Other Figures
This Vader would look stunning next to the Hot Toys Andor Range Trooper 1/6 scale figure, or even in contrast with the more nuanced Hot Toys Cassian Andor Rogue One release. It’s a timeline bridge in figure form.
Final Thoughts
If you’re into toy news or looking to crown the best Hot Toys Darth Vader figures – Revenge of the Sith version might just be your winner. The emotional sculpt, the incredible detailing, the operating table (!), and the sheer narrative gravity packed into this piece make it more than just another Darth Vader collectible.
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