I reckon its such a limited run tight now because they weren't too sure how it owuld go. I'd be surprised if they never released them again.
So, if I read this correctly, no pilots = no sword at all, not even an unblazing sword? That would suck.
To be honest, the cost doesn't seem all that much considering the soze of each toy. I'd be up for it, if I had the cash spare. Heck, I probably spent more on my original vehicle force voltron a while back.