Star Wars fans of all ages are bound to love this Talking Tauntaun Plush. The iconic creature from the 'Episode V' comes to life in the form of this stuffed animal that stands a foot tall. While a talking tauntaun may not seem like a big deal, there is actually more to this plush than meets the eye.
The Talking Tauntaun Plush was sold only at the recent Star Wars Europe Celebration II and as such is a collector's item. What makes it even more awesome is that it's all ages. Tauntaun tribute items tend to be adults-only as they typically focus on the gory death of the creature and not its cute and cuddly side. The Talking Tauntaun Plush is available from ThinkGeek now for $29.99.
Children's Sci-Fi Steeds
The Talking Tauntaun Plush is a Cute and Cuddly Collector's Item
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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