Disney has announced that new interactive shoulder Banshees will soon debut at Pandora – The World of Avatar in Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
New Shoulder Banshees
Disney’s merchandise teams were “inspired” by how much guests enjoyed the previous version of the shoulder Banshees, and sought to add even more details and ways for the toy to connect with the environment of Pandora – The World of Avatar.
The banshee is such a huge part of the Avatar story. The Na’vi have a lifelong bond to this animal, and being able to visit a Banshee Rookery and choose one to bond with yourself is a one-of-a-kind experience that you can only get at Walt Disney World.
Amanda Rubinos Luna, merchandising manager for toys for Disney Parks
These new shoulder Banshees will be sold at the Banshee Rookery inside Windtraders, “where a Naturalist from Alpha Centauri Expeditions will help you connect” with one of your own.
The new Banshees will come in four new colors, with unique patterns — including glow-in-the-dark “bioluminescence.”
The new version of the shoulder Banshees will be controlled via a wireless remote, allowing guests to customize their personality by directing their head, mouth, and wing movements, along with authentic sounds provided by Lightstorm Entertainment.
While traveling through Pandora, the Banshees will notice and communicate with other interactive shoulder and wrist Banshee hatchlings. The Banshees will also react to being pet by their owners.
New for this version, guests will also be able to personalize their Banshees with three new accessory packs inspired by the clans from the world of Avatar.
I hope our guests enjoy the different variations and the ability to make their banshee their own with the new features and accessories. That interaction really extends the play and allows you to have fun with the product in new and exciting ways.
Amanda Rubinos Luna, merchandising manager for toys for Disney Parks
There will also be a new sling-style carry case available, making transporting your banshee easier while exploring Pandora and Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
A new display perch will also be released, offering a designated place for your banshee to rest with mossy, rock-like details and “native plant decorations” inspired by the natural flora of Pandora.
These new shoulder Banshees will be available at Windtraders in Pandora – The World of Avatar starting Thursday, November 21, 2024. Will you be rushing out to adopt this new version? Share your thoughts with us in the comments.
Watch our video to see how the previous version of Banshees are “adopted” from the Rookery:
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