Smithology

This is a newly acquired Princess Leia which came to us second hand via a friend. When she arrived she was only wearing her underwear so we fashioned some appropriate attire closer to the full length dress she wore in Empire Strikes Back whilst in Bespin. Sadly we can’t do much for her hair which is in two parts: a plastic moulded portion and a long tail which has become frizzy and thinned out due to the rigours of toy boxes and children’s play.

Sol seemed pretty concerned that she was suffering relative nakedness compared to her more securely clothed companions such as Obi Wan Kenobi whos Jedi robes are glued on tightly over his painted on trousers. When I asked him why he thought Leia had removable clothing he replied that perhaps it was Jabba’s fault because Jabba took all her clothes away in Return of the Jedi. He really had no idea about her hair but we all share that confusion.

Anyway, I thought it was interesting as it represents the first known instance of a Star Wars action figure barbie doll crossover that I’ve seen. Maybe someone who understands these cultural phenomena can enlighten me as to what is going on here? Should I be exposing my son to such things or is it all good for his sexuality (which like it or not is already developing). Oh well, at least it’s not the gold bikini action figure.