Hasbro - Star Wars Celebration 2025 : Hasbro Unveils Ronin & R5-D56 Black Series Set, a Love Letter to Star Wars: Visions Fans

By Mulder, 18 april 2025

This year’s Star Wars Celebration 2025 in Japan continues to deliver unforgettable moments for fans across the galaxy—and Hasbro is stepping up with a release that feels as unique and bold as the story that inspired it. Drawing directly from the stunning, stylized world of Star Wars: Visions, Hasbro has officially announced the launch of The Black Series Ronin & R5-D56 action figure set, now available for purchase on Amazon. At first glance, this 6-inch scale duo might seem like just another addition to the ever-growing Black Series line, but a closer look reveals a heartfelt tribute to one of the most artistically daring chapters in modern Star Wars storytelling.

Fans of Visions will remember The Duel, a breathtaking black-and-white episode tinged with samurai cinema flair that introduced audiences to the Ronin—an enigmatic wanderer whose past is as mysterious as his blood-red Lightsaber™. He travels across a war-torn galaxy with his steadfast companion, the patched-up but ever-reliable droid R5-D56. When they come upon a quiet forest village under threat from a brutal Sith bandit and her mercenaries, the Ronin steps into the fray—not as a Jedi or Sith, but as something entirely his own. It’s a tale of redemption, of quiet strength, and of heroes who carry scars, and Hasbro has managed to channel all that emotion and narrative depth into a beautifully designed collector’s set.

This new Black Series release captures the Ronin’s brooding presence and precise aesthetic with stunning detail. The figure comes complete with a Lightsaber™, staff, and custom accessories that mirror the weaponry seen in The Duel. Alongside him, R5-D56 is brought to life with two rocket thrusters and six droid tools—perfect for crafting dynamic battle scenes or peaceful interludes, depending on how fans want to imagine their displays. As always with The Black Series, articulation is key, allowing for highly poseable setups that mirror iconic moments or create entirely new adventures.

But Hasbro didn’t stop at figure design—they’ve elevated the packaging into a collectible experience. The figures come in a window box presentation with an elegant outer sleeve featuring matte finishes, glossy highlights, and exclusive watercolor-style character art that echoes the hand-drawn sensibility of Visions. This isn’t just a toy—it’s a celebration of storytelling, visual art, and craftsmanship all wrapped into one. Whether displayed in-box or out, the presentation is worthy of shelf space next to high-end collectibles.

What’s more, Hasbro is making this release globally friendly. The packaging includes five-language support, making it a truly international collectible and a fitting choice for a Celebration event held in Japan—the very country where the Visions project was born and nurtured. The set is now available for order on Amazon US, having launched April 18 at 12 PM ET. For those who miss the first wave, a limited number of sets will also be released via Hasbro Pulse on April 22 at 1 PM ET, while supplies last.

This release stands as a shining example of how Hasbro continues to expand the scope of The Black Series, embracing the full depth of Star Wars mythology—from the Skywalker Saga and animated series to bold reinterpretations like Visions. It’s not just about nostalgia or screen accuracy anymore—it’s about honoring the spirit of Star Wars through fresh perspectives and boundary-pushing storytelling. The Ronin & R5-D56 set isn’t just another product on the shelf—it’s a physical embodiment of the creativity and emotion that Visions brought to the franchise.

For longtime fans, this set is a way to honor a newer corner of the galaxy far, far away. For newcomers, it might just be the gateway to a whole new appreciation of what Star Wars can be. Either way, Hasbro’s latest offering is a must-have for collectors and dreamers alike.

(Source : press release)