Category Archives: 105b. 2022 Box Variant

105. Ensign Pavel Chekov (Storyteller)

No. 105a
Released: July 10, 2021
Ornament: Ensign Pavel Chekov (Storyteller)
Series: Star Trek: The Original Series
Product code: QXI7005
Artist: Uncredited
Original retail: $34.99
Dimensions: 5.68” H x 2.49” W x 2.37“ D
Branding: Keepsake
Material: Styrene
Packaging: Red box with medium image
Magic: Interactive Light and Sound
Power source: Keepsake Power Cord
Front box text:
Hallmark KEEPSAKE
STAR TREK™
ENSIGN PAVEL CHEKOV STAR TREK MIRROR, MIRROR COLLECTION
STAR TREK
christmas tree ornament decoration pour l’arbre de noël
Back box text: 
A Keepsake is much more than an ornament. It’s a little work of art, created by a real person with a real passion to tell a big story. From the people and things you love. to memories of the past, to the anticipation of something new.
Your Keepsake honors and celebrates everything that makes the holidays special- joy, togetherness, family, and friends.
When you hang a Keepsake, you’re hanging the story of you. Happy hanging!
Connect this ornament to Hallmark’s Keepsake Power Cord to see the continuous light effect. Press the button to watch it perform an exciting scene from the classic original series episode “Mirror, Mirror.”
Add other STAR TREK™ Mirror, Mirror Collection ornaments to unlock larger, amazingly interactive performances!
Requires Hallmark’s Keepsake Power Cord (not included). Complete instructions and safety information enclosed inside this box.
MFD. FOR/FABRIQUÉ POUR HALLMARK MARKETING COMPANY, LLC KANSAS CITY, MO 64141 MADE IN CHINA artist crafted
Bottom box text:

For decorative use only. Pour usage décoratif seulement.
QX17005
STARTREK.COM TM & © 2021 CBS Studios Inc. STAR TREK and related marks and logos are trademarks of CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“THEME FROM STAR TREK” By Alexander Courage Published by Bruin Music Company and All Rights Administered by Sony/ATV Music Publishing All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission.
PAPER BOX
PAPER WRAP
U.S.A. $34.99
CAN. $44.99

No. 105b
Released: July 9, 2022
Ornament: Ensign Pavel Chekov (Storyteller)
Series: Star Trek: The Original Series
Product code: QXI7886
Artist: Uncredited
Original retail: $34.99
Dimensions: 5.68” H x 2.49” W x 2.37“ D
Branding: Keepsake
Material: Styrene
Packaging: White front with red top, large image
Magic: Interactive Light and Sound
Power source: Keepsake Power Cord
Front box text:
Hallmark
KEEPSAKE
STAR TREK
ENSIGN PAVEL CHEKOV STAR TREK MIRROR, MIRROR COLLECTION
christmas tree-ornament
décoration pour l’arbre de noël
Back box text: 
A Keepsake is much more than an ornament. It’s a little work of art, created by a real person with a real passion to tell a big story. From the people and things you love, to memories of the past, to the anticipation of something new.
Your Keepsake honors and celebrates everything that makes the holidays special- joy, togetherness, family, and friends.
When you hang a Keepsake, you’re hanging the story of you. Happy hanging!
Connect this ornament to Hallmark’s Keepsake Power Cord to see the continuous light effect. Press the button to watch it perform an exciting scene from the classic original series episode “Mirror, Mirror.”
Add other STAR TREK™ Mirror, Mirror Collection ornaments to unlock larger, amazingly interactive performances!
Requires Hallmark’s Keepsake Power Cord (not included). Complete instructions and safety information enclosed inside this box.
MFD. FOR/FABRIQUE POUR HALLMARK MARKETING COMPANY, LLC KANSAS CITY, MO 64141 MADE IN CHINA
artist crafted
Bottom box text:

For decorative use only. Pour usage décoratif seulement. QX17886
STARTREK.COM
TM & © 2022 CBS Studios Inc. STAR TREK and related marks and logos are trademarks of CBS Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“THEME FROM STAR TREK” By Alexander Courage Published by Bruin Music Company and All Rights Administered by Sony/ATV Music Publishing All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission.
US ONLY
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PAPER BOX
PAPER WRAP
U.S.A. $34.99
CAN. $44.99

Pros: The detail in the folds and creases of Chekov’s tunic is remarkable, especially given the small scale. It’s a testament to how refined the Storyteller series has become.
Cons: No Chekov screams from the agony booth? A missed opportunity for both drama and delight!

Okay, FOR THE RECORD, I had the audio pulled for the agony booth scene. Just imagine the lights on the base swirling as Chekov screams.

SPOCK: Captain, I am pleased that you frustrated Mister Chekov’s plan. I should regret your death.
KIRK: Why?
SPOCK: I do not desire the captaincy. I much prefer my scientific duties. I am frankly content to be a lesser target.
KIRK: Logical, as always, Mister Spock.
(Chekov screaming)
SPOCK: The agony booth is a most effective means of discipline. I presume you’ve ordered full duration.
KIRK: I haven’t decided.
SPOCK: Indeed. His act warrants death.
KIRK: I said I haven’t decided.
SPOCK: That is, of course, your affair.

This is a big moment in the story. It’s our recognizing that Spock knows something is up. But I was told that no one wants blood-curdling screams coming from a Christmas tree.

But a boy can dream.

😉

-Kevin Dilmore

New Storyteller Packaging Confirmed

In July, we posted about Hallmark’s new Storyteller packaging seen in images found on the Hallmark website. At the time we didn’t know if it was something we would see on physical packages or just limited to online images. It can now be confirmed the larger artwork is on physical packaging and is slowly making its way into stock as older inventory is depleted.

Along with the new artwork are new item numbers for the 2020 and 2021 Storytellers.

099. 2020-21 Storyteller Mirror Sulu Red Box QXI6071
099a. 2022 Storyteller Mirror Sulu White Box QXI7876

100. 2020-21 Storyteller Mirror Kirk Red Box QXI6061
100a. 2022 Storyteller Mirror Kirk White Box QXI7873

101. 2020-21 Storyteller Mirror Uhura Red Box QXI6074
101a. 2022 Storyteller Mirror Uhura White Box QXI7883

102. 2020-21 Storyteller Enterprise NCC-1701 Red Box QXI6004
102A. 2022 Storyteller Enterprise NCC-1701 White Box QXI7866

104. 2021 Storyteller Mirror Spock Red Box QXI7002
104a. 2022 Storyteller Mirror Spock White Box QXI7893

105. 2021 Storyteller Mirror Chekov Red Box QXI7005
105a. 2022 Storyteller Mirror Chekov White Box QXI7886

110. 2022 Storyteller Mirror Scotty QXI7003

111. 2022 Storyteller Mirror McCoy QXI7006

2022 Storyteller Packaging

Hallmark’s third year of Star Trek Storytellers brings us our third version of packaging design. The 2021 Storytellers had an ornament image that was roughly 20% larger than its 2020 predecessors. The 2022 Lt. Commander Scott ornament has a large front image that takes up the majority of the packaging face conforming with the rest of the 2022 Hallmark lineup.

2022 Hallmark Store Display
2022 Hallmark Store Display

Although Hallmark stores (at least mine) are stocking Storytellers in their original packaging, Hallmark’s website has photos of the 2020-21 ornaments in updated 2022 packaging. No word if this is something that will actually be available in stores or if it is simply for marketing uniformity.