September 1999 Archive

Jedi Luke
posted by dlr @ 8:40 pm (9/29)

RebelScum.com has an image of the Jedi Luke to be sold with the upcoming Skiff.

Full 12″ Darth Maul cases?
posted by hfsolo @ 7:00 pm (9/29)

I have now received 3 emails (thanks to all) that there have been SOLID 12″ darth Maul cases, not the electronic ones, the Action Collection. Good Job Hasbro!

Tatooine Showdown
posted by hfsolo @ 7:00 pm (9/29)

Thanks to Dan Madsen for emailing me to let me know that Fan Club now has these in stock. Head over to shop.starwars.com to order one.

Gungan Catapult and Flash Cannon OUT!
posted by Gonk @ 5:00 pm (9/29)

The Gungan Catapult and Flash Cannon have been spotted at Service Merchandise. Here are some pics of the Catapult.
Carded (Front)
Carded (Back)

New Stand
posted by Gonk @ 12:25 am (9/29)

A new type of stand is now shipping with the Fan Club 4. Click here to see a comparison pic. Thanks to IkabelGont for the pic.

Jawa Hype
posted by hfsolo @ 7:00 pm (9/28)

I would like to let all of you know that there has been a lot of hype on EBAY about the Jawa with and with out holes in the feet. Some calling one or the other RARE. Well, after the numerous emails I have received, it seems both are shipping in MASS quantities. I myself have seen about 30 cases distributed in the past 2 weeks to various locations here in MI, with both versions being found. Thanks to all who wrote in, and please do not be suckered into believing one is more rare than the other right now.

New Accessory Packs Out!
posted by starforce @ 6:20 pm (9/28)

The four new accessory packs have been spotted in the eastern U.S. They are Hyperdrive Refuel Kit, Podracer Fuel Station, Tatooine Disguise and Rappel Line Attack.

12″ Masterpiece C-3P0 OUT!
posted by Gonk @ 3:10 pm (9/26)

Reports have started to come in that the new 12″ masterpiece C-3P0 has started to show up in book stores. It is also in stock at Amazon.com. Thanks to Dave for the news.

R2 Carrying Case
posted by Gonk @ 3:10 pm (9/26)

R2-D2 carrying cases have started to show up at K’s Merchandise, a store that has locations in Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana. Thanks to Aminan for the news.

Hasbro list?
posted by dlr @ 3:20 pm (9/25)

Figures In Action has posted a supposed Hasbro product list. It’s very interesting and well worth a look. Here is a sample of some items listed.

Accessory Sets
Endor Survival Set (POTF) (#264485), Battle Droid Attack Set (#264478), Rolo Droid Set (#264461), Pit Droid Service Set (#264454), Watto¹s Junk Shop Set (#264416), Gungan Defense Set (#264423), Trade Federation Set (#264430), Stormtrooper Set (POTF) (#264447)

New Yakface.com Look
posted by dlr @ 11:59 pm (9/24)

Welcome to Yakface.com! Hope you all like the new look. New sections include a “Games” Section, “Multimedia” section and a “Trivia” section. Also head over to the Rumor Mill and Store Reports sections as their submit forms have finally been corrected. Toy Reviews has moved to the ever growing Toy Guide and Editorials is now titled “Speak Up!” So look around make sure it’s all working and let us know what you think 🙂

Big Weekend At Fan Club
posted by Gonk @ 6:30 pm (9/24)

The Fan Club will be having a big weekend of new items being in stock. Expected to be in stock are: Anakin (Naboo), Captain panaka, Naboo Security Trooper, Adi Gallia, Yoda, Destroyer Droid, Mace Windu, Maul (tatooine) and Amidala (Coruscant). Also, expected to be in stock next week are: Cinema scenes, epic force, 12″ small scale figs, and han wave. Thanks to Dan Madsen for the news.
Addition: Anakin (naboo), Panaka and Naboo Security are in stock as of 7:00 pm EST

Boonta Eve Challenge Spotted
posted by starforce @ 11:00 pm (9/23)

The Boonta Eve Challenge Micro Machines set has been spotted in Northern California. It wasn’t due out until October according to Hasbro’s site.

Lucasarts Supports PSX2
posted by starforce @ 11:00 pm (9/23)

Lucasarts is on the list of developers for the Playstation 2, set to debut in Japan in March and in the Fall for the US. Playstation2 is the next incarnation of Sony’s popular Playstation game console and is really going to be a multimedia console with the ability to playback DVD movies and audio and in 2001, the ability to go on the internet via a cable modem. With the addition of Lucasarts on the already long list of developers for the system, look for the likely possibility of Indiana Jones and Star Wars games on the Playstation2.

Echostation.com Auction Search
posted by starforce @ 11:00 pm (9/23)

Echostation has opened up a great new section that searches all the auction sites (Yahoo, eBay, and Amazon) at the same time when you are looking for a specific product! No need to go to three different sites anymore to look for products, just go to this one site and all three auction sites are searched for you.

New Maul and Tusken 
posted by Gonk @ 8:55 am (9/21)

Teekay-421 has posted pics of the new Darth Maul w Mini Sith infiltratorand a NEW Tusken Raider.

Destroyer Droid from R2 case 
posted by Gonk @ 3:55 pm (9/20)

Banana Joe dropped by and gaves us a few new pics of the rolled up Destroyer Droid from the new R2-D2 case. If you thought the carded Destroyer Droid was small you haven’t seen anything.
Destroyer Droid
Comparison Pic

Lego Contest 
posted by Gonk @ 3:55 pm (9/20)

Thanks to Mutfak for the following news.
Yes, I got a Lego Magazine today and it tells about the contest, and it says “Use the force to build a super lightsaber in the Lego Star Wars Jedi Lightsaber building contest” Three winners (from 3 age categories) in each store will receive a Lego Star Wars Prize Pack including:
– #7101 Lightsaber Duel
– exclusive LEGO Star Wars poster
– exclusive LEGO Star Wars stickers
– Star Wars Duel of the Fates CD from Sony Classical

UK petition 
posted by Gonk @ 3:55 pm (9/20)

Just a quick reminder Outer Rim is running a petiton to help put UK SW collectors. head over there and check it out.

Hasbro Suffering From Episode 1 Sales
posted by starforce @ 4:45 pm (9/19)

Randy sent in some interesting news he saw on CNN, “I was watching CNN Newstand and their topic was “Stock of the Week” featuring Hasbro. Since the Episode 1 merchandise hit the shelves back in May 3rd, their stock has been decreasing slowly as the months go by. Hasbro was given a $600,000 something deal for Star Wars. But from the looks of it, Hasbro might be coming to a downfall after the year 2000.”

I would suspect the main cause of this is the overproduction of many Episode 1 toys. A lot of them are just sitting on the shelves and are not selling. Hasbro already had to take back stagnant figures and they no doubt lost a lot of money already. Also most kids are ignoring Episode 1 in favor of the mega popular Pokemon toys, which is also owned by Hasbro. It will be interesting to see how Hasbro (and other companies like Pepsi) handle Episode II merchandise after the disappointment of Episode I merchandise sales.

No Chancellor Valorum in Episode II, Amidala in III
posted by starforce @ 4:45 pm (9/19)

Terence Stamp has said in a recent interview that he has not been asked back for Episode II and he suspects he will not be in Episode II, meaning Chancellor Valorum is finished for good. Also Cinescape Online reports Natalie Portman will be in Episode III, contrary to some mis-information recently circulating around the net.

Official Site Updates
posted by starforce @ 4:45 pm (9/19)

Episode I has just premiered in Italy and the Official Star Wars site has it covered. Also a new snapshot of Jar Jar dodging enemy fire has been posted and the website for the recently released “Pit Droid” game is now up.

Senate Guard Pic 
posted by Gonk @ 10:50 am (9/18)

Teekay-421 has posted a pic of the Blue Senate Guard from Ep I. Click here to see the pic. Thanks to Jeff for the news.

Vader Wave case breakdown 
posted by Gonk @ 8:00 pm (9/17)

Here is the breakdown for the new Vader wave. Thanks to Chris for the news.
3 – Vader
3 – Stormtrooper
2 – Han Solo
1 – Luke w T-16
1 – Greedo
1 – Jawa w Gonk Droid
1 – R2-D2 w holo Leia

New 2 packs 
posted by Gonk @ 1:25 am (9/17)

Here are pics of the new Obi Wan & Anakin (Naboo) and Maul (Tatoone) & Battle Droid 2 packs that have begun to show up at Costco and possibly Sam’s Club. Thanks to Rick for the pics.

New Pics 
posted by Gonk @ 4:25 pm (9/15)

Teekay-421 has posted pics of Shield Generator with Jar-Jar Obi Wan’s Lightsaber (full size), and Mas Amedda (blue guy with horns from the Senate).

FAO Exclusive Queen Amidala Doll
posted by starforce @ 1:15 pm (9/15)

Coming in December is the new FAO Schwarz exclusive Queen Amidala doll. Queen Amidala comes in a gown of silk charmeuse with multitiered hand-dyed Victory Cape, accessorized with dramatic collar and hair jewels. Limited to 400 pieces. Outfits and accessories may vary slightly. A very rare and nice looking collectible to be sure since only 400 are being made. The cost is $495 per doll! CLICK HERE to view an image of the doll from the catalog. Big thanks to Dave for the info and scan!

Faamba & Gungan Warrior Set Release Date
posted by starforce @ 1:15 pm (9/15)

According to a rep at FAO Schwarz, look for the Faamba and Gungan Warrior set around Christmas time this year. The rep said Hasbro is going to try and ship the set to FAO stores before this Christmas. The price for the set is going to be a whopping $75, but the beast is supposed to be 20″ long. Thanks to Big Jedi Carlos for the info.

Naboo Royal Security Pics
posted by Gonk @ 10:25 pm (9/14)

Here are some nice detailed pics of the newly released Naboo Royal Security figure.
Carded (Front) Carded (Back) Loose (Front) Loose (Back)

New Beanies Pics
posted by Gonk @ 10:25 pm (9/14)

Click here to see pics of some of the upcoming SW Beanies. Thanks to Jedigus for the news.

Two New Figures Released!!
posted by starforce @ 1:15 pm (9/14)

Rob found Captain Panaka and Naboo Royal Security Guard figures at a Wal*Mart in Utah today! Keep an eye out for these new figures as they should be hitting the rest of the country soon.

R2 Carrying Case Pics 
posted by Gonk @ 10:50 pm (9/13)

Rebelscum has some nice pics of the new R2 Carrying Case.

NEW PICS!!!!!!
posted by dlr @ 12:00 pm (9/11)

Teekay-421 has done it again with three new pics! This time it is New 3″ Obi Wan Kenobi w/ lightsaber and lightsaber hilt. Also, pictured is a Pit Droid 3 pack!, that comes with some tools. Lastly a new pic of Queen Amidala about to scale the palace wall. Check ’em out NOW!!!!!
UPDATED: Notice that Ben comes with two different lightsabers? One for Luke? 🙂

Ree-Yees/DS Trooper Delay
posted by starforce @ 9:00 pm (9/11)

According to the fan club, Ree-Yees and Death Star Trooper are currently backordered. Here is the scoop from Tim, who called them up: “The guy I spoke to said the shipment they received from Hasbro was damaged (he believed waterlogged) and they are currently trying to get Hasbro to reproduce some more at the factory to fulfill the orders. They did charge my credit card the full amount so they expect to get them in eventually.”

New 12″ Figs
posted by Gonk @ 5:25 pm (9/11)

Outer Rim has posted a pic of the new 12″ Han (Endor), Leia (slave) and Chewie fully painted. Chewie and Leia are two of the WORST 12″ figs ever, especially Chewie.

New R2 Carrying Case OUT??
posted by Gonk @ 5:25 pm (9/11)

The new R2-D2 Carrying Case w Folded up Destroyer Droid has been found in Oregon. But, no pics of it have surfaced. Thanks to Forrest for the news.

Jabba and Amidala
posted by Gonk @ 5:40 pm (9/10)

Jabba w Pod Race Announcer and Amidala (Coruscant) are both back in stock at Amazon in case anyone still needs them.

Sio Bibble and Swimming Jar Jar
posted by Gonk @ 11:40 am (9/10)

Teekay-421 has posted a few new pics. This time it is Sio Bibble w blaster pistol and what appears to be a new commtech chip design. Also, pictured is Swimming Jar-Jar w Scalefish but soon to be known as the biggest peg warmer since Ric Olie.

Falumpaset with Battle wagon
posted by Gonk @ 12:15 pm (9/9)

Teekay-421 has posted a pic of the upcoming Falumpaset with Battle wagon and Gungan Warrior beast set. Click here to see a pic of it.

Watto’s Box Cinema Scene
posted by Gonk @ 12:01 am (9/9)

Here are the first pics of the Watto’s Box cinema scene boxed. Thanks to Eddie for the pics.
Boxed Front
Watto
Horax
Red Twilek Girl

New 12″ acrylic cases!
posted by dlr @ 9:00 pm (9/8)

The Deluxe Acrylic 12″ Star Wars case. This acrylic case has been designed specifically to display and protect the standard 12″ boxed Star Wars figures. The case fits 12″ Star Wars figures that measure 7″ wide by 13.25″ tall by 3.25″ deep. For more info stop by Defendercases.com

The Phantom Menace Game for PSX Date and Info!
posted by starforce @ 5:45 pm (9/8)

Lucasarts has posted a press release on their website confirming the release date for the new Episode 1 Playstation game. The game is Episode 1: The Phantom Menace and is basically a port of the PC version. The game will come out September 15, and as a reward to the fans who had to wait through all the delays, a full version of the “Duel of the Fates” music video will be included on the disc!

Proto 12″ Han (Endor) 
posted by Gonk @ 11:00 am (9/8)

Here is a pic of the upcoming Han (Endor) 12″ figure.

Elec Qui Gon Pics 
posted by Gonk @ 5:10 pm (9/7)

Here are scnas of the front and back of the Elec Qui Gon. Thanks to Steve for the pics.
Front
Back

Foreign Figs at Fan Club 
posted by Gonk @ 2:15 pm (9/7)

In Jan/Feb of 2000 (or possibly sooner) the Fan Club will have overseas 2 packs (one figure plus a battledroid) available for people to buy. Thanks to Dan Madsen for confirming this and Darth Flatulent (we don’t make up the names) for the news.

UK petition 
posted by Gonk @ 10:30 pm (9/5)

The Outer Rim and several other sites have started a petition to try and help out UK SW collectors due to their unfortunate situation. If interested in signing up head over there.

12″ Elec Qui Gon OUT NOW! 
posted by Gonk @ 3:30 pm (9/5)

The Electronic Qui Gon Jinn has begun to show up at Wal-mart. So far its only been seen in CA. Thanks to Steve for the news.

Japanese Jedi Spirits 
posted by Gonk @ 11:59 am (9/5)

Here is a pic of the exclusive Japanese Jedi Sprits 3 pack. Only 25 of these were made specifically for a SW fan club in Japan. Thanks to Steve for the pic.

Pit Droid Variations 
posted by Gonk @ 10:50 am (9/4)

PitDroid Variation pic
“The one on the left is from Walmart and has a dark grey plastic with lots of body paint with grey ring around his head …the one on the right is from JC Penny’s and has little to no body paint and is a redish color plastic body and has no grey ring around it.” Thanks to Nathan for the news.

8 FAO Exclusives for 2000 
posted by Gonk @ 6:10 pm (9/3)

That’s right 8 exclusive items for FAO next year. Thankfully most are ridicously expensive items but the Faamba that was pictured last night is an FAO exclusive. It was mistakenly called a 12″ 2 pack before due to a miscommunication. So there is no 12″ gungan army 2 pack is it is the Faamba w gungan warrior (they are 3 3/4). Thanks to George for the news.
1 – Queen Amidala white dress (Silk Gown) 19” tall limited edition of 400 pcs. $495.00 (December delivery)
2 – Queen Amidala Trunk set limited edition 200 pcs. $1,200.00 (December delivery)
3 – Queen Amidala Purse full-lead Austrian Crystals Designed exclusively by Kathrine Baumann $2,100.00
4 – Famba and Gungan soldier 2-pack 20” long $75.00 (available Jan. 2000)
5 – R2-D2 Digital watch $195.00
6 – 40″ Plush Jar-Jar $99.00 (Oct. delivery)
7 – 28″ Plush Yoda $99.00 (Oct. delivery)
8 – STAP Vehicle Scooter $1,000.00 (Oct. delivery)

FULL SIZED ATT and FAAMBA PICS!!! 
posted by Gonk @ 12:20 am (9/3)

That’s right a full sized AAT and Faamba. No mini rig, No mini nothing. Just incredibly cool and HUGE. Thank you Hasbro for the pics and also to Noz.
AAT (Battle Tank)
Faamba w Gungan Warrior

Chewie Proto 
posted by Gonk @ 10:50 pm (9/2)

The Outer Rim has a pic of a prototype of the upcoming NEW 12″ Chewie. The proto is pretty beat up though but still neat to see.

Info on new mini-rigs & figs
posted by Gonk @ 12:40 pm (9/2)

Thanks to Noz for the following news on what figures the new mini rigs will come with.
Gungan Assault cannon w/Jar Jar Binks
Sith Probe w/Darth Maul
Gungan Mini-Sub w/Obi-Wan Kenobi
Also, the “Sebubla w cape figure” is presumed to be from when Sebubla was sitting in his chair while the blue Twilek girls were with him. Since he was wearing a cape at that time. Thanks to John for the news.

New Ep I figs 
posted by Gonk @ 10:00 pm (9/1)

Thanks to Rebelscum for the following news.
In the new issue of Previews the following unconfrimed new EP I figs are listed.
– Sebulba w/cape (when in the movie did he wear a cape? did i miss something??)
– Fode & Beed (aka two-headed pod-race announcer)….uhh didn’t he just get released in the Jabba pack a month ago and we’re already getting another one.
– what appears to be a resculpt of the Take Apart C-3PO.
Invasion Force mini vehicles w/figure (aka mini-rigs) – Battle Droid w/Laser Pod (the small ATT lookin THING w blue battle droid)
– Gungan Shield Generator
– Sith Probe
– Gungan Mini-Sub

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. MINI RIGS STINK! We want real vehicles not mini THINGS that kinda look like the full sized vehicles. I waited years for SW to have a tank and now all they release is some goofy mini-rig of it. Thanks a lot Hasbro.

Tatooine Skiff Info and Jedi Luke Pic 
posted by starforce @ 3:30 pm (9/1)

The Outer Rim has managed to get a pic of the prototype of the new Jedi Luke figure packaged with the Tatooine Skiff vehicle coming out next year. Also on the site is some new info about the Skiff itself including the length and some of the play features. Check it out!

Pepsi Can Displays Shipping 
posted by starforce @ 3:30 pm (9/1)

A few reports have popped up of people receiving their Pepsi Can Holders from Pepsi. So if you have ordered one, keep an eye out. If you have not ordered one, check out Pepsi.com for all the info and the order form.

New Galoob Min Scenes OUT 
posted by Gonk @ 12:50 pm (9/1)

The new Galoob mini scenes have started to show up at Wal-mart.

NEW Hasbro Site UP
posted by Gonk @ 12:15 am (9/1)

Hey there folks the new Hasbro site is now up. Nothing really new there except they do list the new Vader and Stormtrooper for Sept release.