Vintage 1978 Battlestar Galactica Action Figures Mattel

Description: When Star Wars hit the theaters in the summer of 1977, every studio in Hollywood began scrambling to find the next big Sci-Fi hit to get their share of the pie. Universal Studios’ candidate was Battlestar Galactica, which was aired its two hour pilot on September 17, 1978, then later as a theatrical release in the U.S and Canada. The ensuing television series would run 24 episodes from 1978 to 1979, with brief spin-off series called Galactica 1980. Mattel was quick to jump on the Battlestar Galactica bandwagon with a line of action figures and toys released from 1978 to 1979. The toy line saw moderate success and has gained somewhat of a cult following over the years with many of these items remaining in high demand. This offering is a complete set of action figures from the Mattel toy line. Each one is sold separately but would entertain an offer if you desired the set in total. This offering includes: Commander Adama: Commander Adama was portrayed by Lorne Greene on the series, and was the commanding officer of the Galactica. The figure featured the classic version of Adama in his command uniform and cape. The likeness of the figure was not very good, and the paint used for the facial features tended to fade over years. The small colonial blaster, which would have come in the original box, is no longer available for this toy (I probably lost it as a child). Cylon Centurion: The Cylon Centurion figure was produced in a silver chrome color, with the classic version of the dreaded Cylons. They were foot soldiers and pilots for the Cylon Empire. Despite similarities to Star Wars’ Stormtroopers, the Cylons held their own as iconic characters. The Cylon probably captured the best likeness from this wave. The Cylon Laser Rifle is no longer available for this toy (I definitely lost it as a child). Dagget: Daggits are canine like animals used as domestic pets. It is said that no Daggits survived the Cylon war, so robotic versions were created by scientists. In the series, Boxey loses his Daggit, Muffit, so a robotic version was built. Daggit was actually released in two different colors: brown and tan. Imperius Leader: Imperious Leader was the supreme authority of the Cylon Empire and was prominently featured in the original movie. What many people don’t realize though, is that Imperious Leader is indeed a Cylon, but one designed for politics and such. The figure included a red cloth cloak. Starbuck: Lieutenant Starbuck was the fan favorite Colonial Viper pilot portrayed by Dirk Benedict on the series. The figure featured the classic version of Starbuck in his flight uniform and cape. The likeness of the figure was not very good, and the paint used for the facial features tended to fade over years. The small colonial blaster is included with this offering of Starbuck. Ovion: The Ovions were a race of insect like creatures that were conquered by the Cylon Empire and taken over. They had four arms and big bulging eyes. The likeness of the figure actually was pretty good for the size and scale, with a good paint job. This offering no longer has the yellow lace cloak that was meant to look like the tattered clothing the Ovions wore. Baltar: Baltar was a member of the ruling body of the Colonies. He was portrayed by John Colicos in the movie and series. Baltar eventually betrays the colonies and helps the Cylons during their bloody war. He is then sentenced to death, but is spared by the new Imperious Leader. The figure suffers from the same paint flaws as the other human characters from the line. Boray: Borays are boar-like creatures that come from the planet Sectar. The Borays prey upon the colonists of their planet, and raid their crops during full moons, rather than doing it themselves. They appeared in the episode “The Magnificent Warriors” and were never seen from again. Boray remains among the harder to find figures from the line. Cylon Commander: The Cylon Commander figure was essentially the same as the Centurian version, but was painted in a toned gold color. They acted as the military commanders for the Cylons and their empire. Despite similarities to Star Wars’ Stormtroopers, the Cylons held their own as iconic characters. The Cylon Laser Rifle is no longer available for this toy (I definitely lost it as a child). Lucifer: Lucifer is the assistant to Count Baltar, assigned by the Cylon Imperious Leader. The character was famously voiced by Jonathan Harris from the classic Lost in Space series. The figure measured measured 5″ tall with poseable arms, and no accessories. Lucifer remains among the hardest to find figures from the line. I am the original owner of this toy. If you are an international buyer, please be aware that additional fees or duties may be collected that are outside my control. Shipping charges are based on the Ebay postage calculator.

Price: 25 USD

Location: Huntsville, Alabama

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