Archive for August, 2011
Customizer Mega Spotlight
Tonight we bring to the forefront some more fantastic custom work being shown off in the Yakface forums! First up, we take a peek at the latest creations by DanOfTheDead – there’s some amazing stuff here – be sure to check it out here. Sculpting master [Read More]
Sponsor News: Big Bad Toy Store
The Inventory Clearance Sale continues with more items added and pricing further reduced. Take a look at the link for a variety of featured items as well as the huge sales menus that contain thousands of items priced 20% to 90% off list price. Recommend on Facebook Tweet [Read More]
Hi-Res Tauntaun and Landspeeder Images
For your review, here are 2 upcoming Target Exclusives from the Vintage Collection: Luke Skywalker’s Tauntaun and the Landspeeder. Click through for the high resolution images. Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later [Read More]
New Complete Saga Blu-ray Changes Leaked
There are rumors swirling about that rips of the Blu-rays have leaked on to the internet and with that, comes word of new CGI and audio/SFX alterations made to the Original Trilogy (for the better or worse depending on your point of view). None so far seem to be as [Read More]
Episode 310: The Good, the Bad, and the Hairy
Saesee Tiin, Plo Koon, Kit Fisto, Eeth Koth, Savage Opress, and Chewbacca–all figures in the recent waves of the Star Wars Clone Wars figures! Arnie and Marjorie got these figures from Brian’s Toys One of Every Figure Club, and on this week’s Star Wars [Read More]
Sponsor News: K&C Collectibles
K & C Collectibles has received the new Y-Wing Scout Bomber with Clone Trooper Warthog this week. New: Clone Wars Figure with Vehicle: Y-Wing Scout Bomber New: Battle Packs: Republic Commando The Force Unleashed In Stock: Vintage Vehicle Collection: Y-Wing Fighter [Read More]
Toyguide Update: CW64 R7-D4
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of R7-D4 (CW64) from The Clone Wars Collection. PROS: This all-new astromech incorporates the successful Build-A-Droid concept from the 2008-2010 Legacy Collection for added playability. Great sculpt and [Read More]
Toyguide Update: CW65 Jar Jar Binks
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Jar Jar Binks (CW65) from The Clone Wars Collection. PROS: For those that missed him before, it’s a great opportunity for another shot at the accident-prone Gungan. Great detailing in terms of deco [Read More]
Rykrof Enloe Photonovel Character Previews
Following The Enloe Chronicles photonovel series that concluded in late 2010, pre-work continues for the next series that launches in the OT era, The Enloe Trials. While official previews are still several months out, we do have several more new custom characters to [Read More]
Sponsor News: Gentle Giant Ltd.
We’ve covered their product for years at the annual conventions and now Yakface.com is proud to welcome Gentle Giant as our newest site sponsor! From mini busts and statues to their newest Star Wars 12″ Jumbo Kenner figures, Gentle Giant is known for their [Read More]
CGI Yoda in Episode I Footage
/Film.com has posted an article and video showing off Yoda’s new CGI look for The Phantom Menace Blu-ray release. I must say it’s a great improvement over the awful puppet used in Episode I. Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this [Read More]
Yakfinities # 41 Continues
The current Yakfinities Customizing Challenge continues, but only has about one month left! If you’re new to customizing or an aging veteran like myself, we invite you to hop on into the forums and join in by submitting your own custom smuggler! Recommend on [Read More]
New Clone Wars Found at Walmart
Upon my travels this morning, I managed to scored some of the figures from the newest Clone Wars wave at Walmart. I missed out on Savage Opress but did pick up Chewbacca, Even Piell, Jar Jar Binks, R7-D4 and the new, and much-improved, Captain Rex. Recommend on Facebook [Read More]
Celebration VI VIP Tickets on Sale Tomorrow
It’s hard to believe we are only one year away from Celebration VI! With that milestone, VIP tickets go on sale tomorrow (August 24) at 3:00 EST. The Jedi Master VIP Package is $850 and limited to the first 50 people and the Jedi Knight VIP Package will be $400 and [Read More]
SDCC Indiana Jones Set Giveaway
Our friends at JediDefender are giving away this year’s SDCC Exclusive Indiana Jones 30th Anniversary “Lost Wave” Figure Set. Head on over for the complete details and GOOD LUCK! Recommend on Facebook Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post [Read More]
