The countdown to Star Wars Day has officially begun with a surprising early look at a new May the Fourth Black Series figure. While fans typically have to wait for official Hasbro Pulse Fanstreams to see what is coming for the annual May 4th celebrations, a recent retail “glitch” at Walmart has pulled back the curtain early on a unique addition to the 6-inch scale line.
According to a report from Yakface, a mysterious listing appeared on Walmart.com recently that allowed for immediate ordering. This wasn’t just a pre-order; the figure actually shipped and arrived, confirming the existence of a new “holiday” sub-line specifically dedicated to Star Wars Day.
A “Holiday” Figure for Star Wars Day
The newly revealed May the Fourth Black Series figure follows in the footsteps of previous seasonal offerings, such as the Halloween and Christmas-themed troopers. This specific release is a Stormtrooper that has been “customized” for the festivities.
The figure features unique blaster damage deco on the armor, but the standout feature is the inclusion of soft goods. The trooper comes wearing a removable black graphic tee. The front of the shirt reads “Pew! Pew! Pew! Squad Goals,” while the back prominently displays the official “May the 4th Be With You” logo.
In addition to the shirt, the set includes a target practice card accessory featuring a Han Solo silhouette. In a humorous nod to the legendary inaccuracy of Imperial marksmen, the card shows several missed shots, indicating this particular trooper needs a bit more time at the firing range before his next deployment.
Exclusive Details and Pricing
As with many of these specialty releases, the May the Fourth Black Series figure is a Walmart exclusive in the United States. The initial retail price found on the listing was $27.97. While the link on the Walmart website has since gone dead, likely due to the item being posted ahead of its intended reveal date, it is expected to return as we get closer to the actual holiday.
Rumors suggest that this Stormtrooper is only one part of a larger Star Wars Day rollout. Additional findings indicate that Target may receive its own exclusive droid for the event, while “fan channel” retailers (such as Entertainment Earth and BigBadToyStore) will likely share a different character to round out the 2026 Star Wars Day wave.
What This Means for Fans and Collectors
For many fans, these “gimmick” figures are a fun, lighthearted way to celebrate the hobby. The inclusion of soft goods like the “Squad Goals” shirt offers a level of customization that isn’t always present in the standard mainline releases.
However, the early arrival of this May the Fourth Black Series figure also highlights the ongoing struggle with retail leaks. While it is exciting for fans to get a glimpse of what is coming, these “out of nowhere” listings can make it difficult for collectors to plan their budgets, especially with the $27.97 price point trending higher than standard figures.
Preparing for May 4th, 2026
With this leak now in the wild, the Star Wars collecting community is eagerly awaiting the official Hasbro Fanstream, which is expected to take place in late April or on May 4th itself. Beyond this Walmart exclusive, we expect to see more updates regarding The Mandalorian and Grogu product lines and potentially more from the Maul: Shadow Lord animated series.
Stay tuned to Outer Rim News as we continue to track the availability of this figure and provide updates on when the Walmart listing goes live again for the general public.
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