# Epic Sci-Fi Figures The Star Wars Elite Collection Features Badass Stormtrooper Commanders By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-04-06 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-elite-collection References: [lostateminor](http://www.lostateminor.com/2011/04/04/star-wars-elite-collection-statue) & [entertainmentearth](http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=ACSW007) The Star Wars Elite Collection is a series of scaled-down characters from the famous [science fiction saga](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sen-donnan). Each figure in the Star Wars Elite Collection is made in a 1:10 scale and features different types of troopers wearing unique armors. In the Star Wars Elite Collection, there is the standard Stormtrooper in all white, a Shadow Trooper in all black, a Kashyyyk Trooper in camouflage and a 501st Trooper with special blue markings. The collection also features multiple commanders, each sporting their own individualized armor. This sweet collection of [Star Wars warriors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-2) is an awesome visualization of the different rankings that the clone army had. It'd be pretty cool to have the entire Star Wars Elite Collection, especially if you're a huge fan of the Star Wars franchise. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Scaled-down Characters:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the market for scaled-down characters from popular movie franchises, providing collectors with a more affordable and space-saving option. - **Unique Armors:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop customizable armors for collectible figures, allowing fans to create their own unique versions of iconic characters. - **Individualized Armor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a line of collectible figures with customizable armor pieces, giving fans the ability to mix and match different designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Collectibles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce a platform for digital collectibles, utilizing blockchain technology to ensure authenticity and increase accessibility for collectors. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore sustainable materials and manufacturing processes for collectible figures, catering to a growing market demand for eco-friendly products. - **Movie Merchandise:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop augmented reality (AR) experiences that bring collectible figures to life, enhancing the overall fan experience and increasing engagement with the franchise. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chrome-Colored Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-1.md) - [Sci-Fi Series-Themed Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hasbro-3.md) - [Dark Sci-Fi Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darc-sport.md) - [Plastic Sci-Fi Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artfx-boba-fett.md) - [Highly Detailed Sci-Fi Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormtrooper-kit.md) - [Sophisticated Sci-Fi Toy Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ultimate-collectors-series-atat.md) - [Sci-Fi Scene-Inspired Lego Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scifi-sceneinspired-lego-set.md) - [Celebratory Sci-Fi Toy Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-star-wars-25th-anniversary.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Miniature Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-of-boba-fett-1.md)