Gallery: All the New Star Wars Toys for You to Blow Money On
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A new Stormtrooper helmet from *The Force Awakens*. (For larger images, click on the photo at the bottom of the piece.)
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A range of the action figures available on Force Friday, including classic characters and those who will appear in *The Force Awakens*.
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Rey (Daisy Ridley) and BB-8 collectible figures.
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An X-Wing Lego set from *The Force Awakens*.
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Sphero’s BB-8 mobile app-controlled robot.
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A wide sample of apparel products available on Force Friday.
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Star Wars jewelry, including bracelets, cuffs, and necklaces. There are even metal pieces designed by Los Angeles-based artist Han Cholo.
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A sample of the clothing created for and marketed at female *Star Wars* fans, which Disney promises is indicative of a new, more inclusive marketing direction.
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