Custom Holo Maul and Sidious
posted by Gonk @ 10:45 pm (1/31)
If anyone is interested in a custom Holo Maul and Sidious it is $40 plus shipping for the pair of figs. Here is a pic of the figures. E-mail Watto if interested.
Giant Naboo Fighter Raffle
posted by Gonk @ 10:45 pm (1/31)
It seems that Wal-marts nationwide are now raffling off the giant Naboo Fighters that they had on hanging in their toy aisles. I can confirm this since both Wal-marts near me are doing the samething. Thanks to Brent and Becky for the news.
12″ Darth Maul at Kbkids.com
posted by Gonk @ 10:45 pm (1/31)
Kbkids.com has the 12″ Darth Maul in stock. Thanks to Eric for the news.
Fix your Hyperdrive
posted by Tarpals @ 2:05 pm (1/31)
If you are stuck on Tatooine with a leaking Hyperdrive unit, give Timeless Toys a call on (503) 675 8548. They have the Hyperdrive Repair Kit accessory set in stock for $5. Thanks to David Harrell for the info!
Update: Looks like you’d better head for the local junk shop, Timeless Toys are sold out. They are trying to get more in…but as you know that might prove difficult. Thanks to Brian for the update.
Battle-Damaged Destroyer Droid – Card Back
posted by Tarpals @ 1:30 pm (1/31)
Check out this scan of the back of the new Destroyer Droid’s card. As you can see, no Commtech lines, and bigger text on the movie summary. Many thanks to Kenneth for the use of his scan – he is selling this figure over on eBay – check out item number 250008040!
Cinema Scene Update
posted by Tarpals @ 12:10 pm (1/31)
As we get closer to Toy Fair 2000, it seems even more likely, if not almost certain, that the classic Star Wars cinema scenes are indeed dead, as reported recently by figuresinaction.com. Darthcloud, who works at a TRU store, wrote in to say that they cannot reorder the Classic Cinema Scenes (Rebel Pilots and Skiff Guards). Episode One, however, seem to be available to them, and so we might see more of them at Toy Fair. Be patient just a little longer 🙂
MORE Video News
posted by Tarpals @ 5:20 pm (1/30)
You can pre-order the collectors widescreen edition of the video now at Amazon.com – their price is 25% off retail.
Sax1panam wrote in to say that his Best Buy store in South Texas told him that you get the Insider’s Guide CD-ROM when you pick up the video rather than when you reserve it.
Update: I got two reports, from Brad and A.J., who both got the Insider’s Guide when they pre-ordered the video. It doesn’t come in the normal retail box, but comes in a sleeve. Click here to see a scan Brad sent in.
Update: Here’s what is definitely the best price around just now for the Collector’s Edition of the video: BUY.com have it in for $24.99, but you can use this coupon to get $10 off, and the total is $18.94 including shipping. Great deal – thanks to sHa for the news!
Jedi Joe sent in this bit of info on buy.com:
“Just a note to let you know about buy.com. I have a dvd player and have ordered dvds from them. Buy.com can be cheap but they are very slow, I wouldn’t expect to get EP1 on the April 4 street date from buy.com; sometimes it takes up to 3 weeks to get your order. What I have done is order fromreel.com. The collectors edition is $33 but if you use a $10 off coupon it would only be 23 plus 1.95 shipping.”
You can use this $10 code: REELWEST – Matt Stone contributed this recently, but that news item seems to have vanished!
Update 2: sHa sent in this about Buy.com, against what’s said above:
“I too have a DVD player and have used both BUY.COM and REEL.COM to order DVD’s – this guy’s report is completely untrue – I have noticed NO difference in speed or expedition of delivery between the two. In fact last month I ordered the South Park DVD on a Monday morning and had it Thursday morning via Priority Mail (standard Buy.com shipping). Sure, his orders might have taken awhile but don’t brand BUY.COM as taking forever to ship because of one guys order, because with at least 10 DVD and computer game purchases from BUY, I have had ZERO delays or hassles.
Besides that – can anyone ordering online expect to receive their item on the street date of the 4th ? My understanding is that they will not be able to ship UNTIL the street date, although I could be mistaken here.”
Update 2: OK, more e-mail from others who now disagree with sHa. Let’s just say that it’s a great price, but there is a chance it might not get to you as instantly as you might like. If that bothers you – there are many many other places to order.
New Waves in at New Singapore Store
posted by Tarpals @ 1:10 pm (1/30)
Peter from Singapore sent in this address of a new toy store over there called Toys U1 which stocks Star Wars and Japanese toys. They have Motti wave, Jar Jar Naboo Swamp wave and the Faamba in stock NOW. If you live around there, you might wanna check it out:
Toys UI
35, Selegie Road #03-19
Parklane Shopping Mall
Singapore 188307
Phone #: (+65) 3384300
They are closed Sundays, and do remember that Singapore are 12 hours ahead of EST. This store does not export overseas, but if you want to buy something, e-mail hktoys@hotmail.com to arrange shipping. Store hours are from 12pm – 8:30 pm.
M & M Collectibles newsfeed
posted by Tarpals @ 1:10 pm (1/30)
We want your business. For two days ONLY!!! January 30th and 31st, 2000.
All NEW Customers ONLY will receive 30% off all orders. That’s right EVERYTHING in stock (except 6′ Naboo Fighter) for new customers is 30% off.
Mark and Megan
M and M Collectibles
http://www.mandmcollectibles.com
http://www.phantommenacetoys.com
Jar Jar (Naboo Swamp) Commtech Lines
posted by Tarpals @ 11:15 am (1/30)
Taztaztaz sent in the Commtech lines for Jar Jar, to follow on from the Qui-Gon and Destroyer Droid lines posted earlier. Since the lines are not printed on the card back, you can appreciate that trying to understand Jar Jar’s lines is no easy task!! So this is certainly what is sounded like to Taztaztaz:
“HaWu”
“Have you Ta Bu Visir Val”
“Me sir Jar Ha (or Hug)”
“Exqueeze me….. We should go into the water O Key Day”
As I say, this really must have been hard to understand!! If any readers speak good Gungan (!!) and think they could decipher this, please drop me a line!
Update: Attempt number one (and it looks pretty good to me) comes from Scumdog45. Possibilities for these lines are:
HaWu= How Wude
Have you Ta Bu Visar Val= Mesa take you to da bosses now (?)
Me sir Jar Ha= Mesa Jar Jar
And the last one is pretty self-explanitory.
If you think you can improve on that, write in!
Update 2: We’ve established that “HaWu” is “How Wude”. And John Steede sent in this idea: “The “Have you Ta Bu Visir Val” might have been a yell like when the jedi and the pathetic lifeform go to Ohta Gunga. That really high pitched yell Jar Jar makes when entering the water? Maybe it is a sound the fish makes?” Ok, so we’ve got everything here, even fish Commtech lines 🙂 Will we ever find out what these are?
New Wave: Commtech Lines
posted by Tarpals @ 6:55 am (1/30)
As of the new Classic Motti wave, Star Wars figures are not going to have their Commtech lines printed on their card backs. The Fan Club Wuher figure (at least the first version) does have this printed. There is a piece of black tape, presumably covering an unnecessary warning label, on the Wuher preview photo card front, which means there’s an error on the card. If they changed it during production it is possible that they could remove the chip lines as well. But don’t count on it.
Anyway, here are the Commtech lines for the new Battle-Damaged Destroyer Droid and Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn (that’s the name of the soft goods Qui-Gon):
Battle Damaged Destroyer Droid:
“Master, Destroyers…<laser fire and lightsaber sounds>…They have shield generators!”
Sound of Destroyer Droid rolling, opening then firing
Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn:
“You over estimate your skills.”
“Obi-Wan he will bring balance…train him.”
“Obi-Wan, wait, we must attack in on force.”
I think it’s quite sad that they have to make up lines for Qui-Gon since he has so many lines in the movie itself.
Update: This is the case assortment that has been getting ready to ship over to the States. This is a real case assortment and not an indication given out for advance orders (the listings posted recently came from an online source that sells figures by the case). This breakdown was sent in by Taztaztaz:
1x Jar Jar Binks (Naboo Swamp) with Fish, 3x Destroyer Droid (Battle Damage), 2x Darth Maul (Tatooine), 2x Obi-Wan Kenobi (Jedi Knight), 2x Anakin Skywalker (Naboo Pilot), 3x Darth Maul (Sith Lord), 3x Qui-Gon Jinn (Jedi Master).
The following case is the Motti wave. This has been confirmed by a few sources, Entertainment Earth, Dave Ross of Startoys and Collectables and now Taztaztaz too. Again, this case has been found in the Far East:
2x Luke Skywalker, 2x Darth Vader, 1x StormTrooper, 1x Han Solo, 3x Princess Leia, 3x Admiral Motti
Update: The following figures are shown on the backs of the new Collection 1 cards: Anakin Naboo Pilot, battle Droid, Obi-Wan Jedi Knight, Jar Jar Naboo Swamp, Maul Tatooine, Maul Sith Lord, Battle Damaged Destroyer and Jedi Master Qui-Gon. And they’re all .0000 cards.
Final Lightsaber Duel Out
posted by Tarpals @ 6:55 am (1/30)
Jed picked up the Obi-Wan Kenobi/Darth Maul “Final Lightsaber Duel” 2 pack at Timeless Toys in Lake Oswego, Oregon. They had a few cases of them, and for the variation collectors, it was a .0100 card.
Update: It seems that this is priced at $14.99 retail. Thanks to Jed for the update.
Free Lithograph
posted by Tarpals @ 6:55 am (1/30)
If you reserve the Ep1 video at a book chain called Hasting, you get a free limited edition (10,000) lithograph of Maul fighting Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon and also a gift card. You get them when you receive the video. Thanks to Sax1panam for the info.
Brian’s Toys Newsletter #23
posted by Tarpals @ 5:15 pm (1/29)
Brian’s Toys Newsletter #23 is available for you to read now. This issue’s special is the 12″ Slave Leia and R2-D2 twin pack for $45. Check it out for more great deals!
Chronicle Books Postcard
posted by Boba Faid @ 3:45 pm (1/29)
I received a post card in the mail yesterday from Chronicle Books. Written on it is: “Visit us often athttp://www.chroniclebooks.com/starwars.html. Through March 31st, with every Star Wars order over for $25.00 or more, recieve a FREE Star Wars Log Book, a $12.95 blank journal with Star Wars quotes to inspire fans everywhere.”
Thing is, I have no idea how I got this, as I havent solicited my address to any Star Wars related company.
12″ Electronic C-3PO
posted by Tarpals @ 3:25 pm (1/29)
Muftak found the 12″ Electronic C-3PO figure at a Wal-Mart in Lake Zurich, IL. It was $21.96.
Target.com deals
posted by Tarpals @ 3:25 pm (1/29)
Target.com have the Jabba the Hutt beast pack for $12.99, Gungan Sub (Lego) for $12, Maul mask for $6 and Jar Jar mask for $5. Thanks to Shawn and Justin for the news.
Update: Jabba is gone, thanks to all who wrote in. And so’s the Sub, thanks to Keith for the news.
Update 2: Horse_Head pointed me towards this link where you can see the Star Wars sale items. Note that although some items appear on that page, when you click them they are out of stock.
Gungan Assault Cannon
posted by Tarpals @ 1:15 pm (1/29)
I’m have many reports of people finding the Jar Jar Binks and Gungan Assault Cannon set. These are coming 3 per case, along with 3 Armored Scout Tanks. Rob adds that the Jar Jar has no leg articulation. They are all being found at Toys R Us stores at the moment, but they should spread very soon.
Great TRU deals!
posted by Tarpals @ 1:15 pm (1/29)
Lots of people wrote in to say that some TRU stores are putting ut the following vehicles, all at $9.97 each: AT-AT, A-Wing, Darth Vader’s TIE Fighter, Slave I, T-16 Skyhopper. Fantastic deals there, especially on the AT-AT, where you’re getting the great vehicle plus 2 cool figures for under $10.
Holographic Maul and Qui-Gon
posted by Tarpals @ 1:15 pm (1/29)
Toymaniacs have updated their site again with close-ups of the holographic Qui-Gon Jinn and Darth Maul figures. I as hoping that their image would be big enough to see if the Maul had been improved since we saw the prototype in Action Figure News recently, but the image is broken at the moment. I’m sure it will be available again later, so check back soon. Thanks to David for the info.
Update: They’ve fixed their link. And no, Maul’s not improved.
Pre-Sell Giveaways
posted by Tarpals @ 1:15 pm (1/29)
Some news on pre-sells. Matt, who works at Best Buy, wrote in to say that they are giving away the FULL version of the Episode One: Insider’s Guide CD-ROM from Lucasarts when you reserve either video at their store! That’s a great deal, it retails for $20. Their pre-sell begins tomorrow (30th Jan) and goes on until the last week of February. Darth Mazza also wrote in backing up this info. Thanks!
TRU, in case you didn’t know, are giving away a special plastic foil video case. Thanks to “Brutal” for the info.
K-Mart pre-sell
posted by Tarpals @ 8:25 pm (1/28)
The K-Mart video pre-sell is due to begin on Sunday. In case you’re wondering why we’ve got so much on these pre-sells today, it’s because almost all the pre-sells start in the next few days, and since some places are giving away better free gifts than others, we think it’s cool to be able to decide what you want 🙂
Gary’s Collection Sale
posted by Tarpals @ 6:00 pm (1/28)
If you wrote to Gary Weaver II about his collection sale, please hold on until the end of the week/Monday. Gary’s been hit with a family emergency, and he’s had to run for a few days. If you haven’t already, please do read the update I added to last night’s post, which regards the list of items for sale I posted.
Video Pre-sell info
posted by Tarpals @ 1:45 pm (1/28)
Some info on the pre-sell of Episode One on video. This first info comes from DarthMazza:
“I work at Best Buy and everyweek a newsletter comes out for employees called, “Retail Weekly”. In the latest, it talks of the Episode 1 presell. Best Buy will be taking two kinds of presells, the first one being the normal movie, the other is the “Collector’s Edition Presell”. The normal movie will presell for $15.99 – $19.99, I can’t remember which. The collector’s edition will presell at $29.99 including extras not found elsewhere. Each presell will go for $5.”
This next piece of info is from “wolves21”:
“I called up my local Suncoast video store to order the collectible widescreen version. I received more information from the store manager. The collectible widescreen version will not be sold in the store (Suncoast,anyway) you can only get it through the preorder. Apparently there is a very limited quantity of this collectible version made. The collectible card you get with the preorder is an unusable gift card with Darth Maul. The first 100 (not 200 as was reported) receive a pewter key chain of a light saber and you pick it up when you pick up the video.”
Also note that Starwars.com have the video up for pre-order now too, as I reported earlier today. It comes with a free poster, that is pictured on the site.
Update: Christopher Epps also wrote in about Suncoast, while he says that the Maul gift card you receive is in the value of your deposit on the video. When you come back to get the video in April, you can keep the card and you can add money to it and give it away as a gift/use it again. So, two comflicting stories on this Maul card – does anyone know for sure the real story?
Update 2: Christopher Epps sent in a scan of the card, which you can check out here. The writing is a little small, so here’s what it says:
CAN ONLY BE REDEEMED FOR STAR WARS: EPISODE 1 – THE PHANTOM MENACE VIDEO.
STAR WARS: EPISODE 1 – THE PHANTOM MENACE AVAILABLE APRIL 4, 2000.
NOT REDEEMABLE BEFORE APRIL 4, 2000
YOU WILL BE ABLE TO KEEP THIS COLLECTIBLE GIFT CARD AFTER VIDEO PURCHASE. ADDITIONAL VALUE MAY BE LOADED ON TO CARD.
CARD MAY BE USED ONLINE OR IN OVER 1300 SAM GOODY, MUSICLAND, MEDIA PLAY, ON CUE, AND SUNCOAST STORES.
TREAT THIS CARD LIKE CASH; NOT REPLACED IF STOLEN OR LOST.
Update 3: Pete S reserved his copy, and he was given a 1996 Applause Yoda figure as well. Don’t know if this is happening everywhere. (Matt Newman adds that this is the Yoda figure that was given away when you pre-ordered the Special Edition videos).
Gungan Assault Cannon pics
posted by Tarpals @ 1:45 pm (1/28)
My thanks go to my buddy Dave Ross from Startoys and Collectables for these images of the upcoming Gungan Assault Cannon with Jar Jar Binks. This ships next month:
Box front
Window detail
Box back
Assault cannon info
Missle firing action.
Invasion Force Gungan Sub
posted by Tarpals @ 1:55 pm (1/28)
The Outer Rim have posted some pics of the prototype Invasion Force Gungan Sub vehicle. The finished version will come with an Obi-Wan figure too, and will be packaged similarly to the Gungan Shield Generator in the post above. Anyway, head over and check it out! I think those colors are nicer than the final one will be.
Case assortments
posted by Tarpals @ 5:30 am (1/28)
Here’s a whole run-down of upcoming case assortments thanks to Paul! It gives release dates for items as well, and it does confirm that the Gungan Sub with Obi-Wan and the Darth Maul with Sith Infiltrator are Invasion Force toys 🙁 Enjoy the rest of the list.
Col 1.
Darth Maul (Tatooine)X3
Darth Maul (Sith Lord)X2
Obi-Wan Kenobi (Hood Up)X2
Anakin Naboo Pilot X1
Jar Jar Naboo Swamp x3
Qui-Gon Jinn x3
Destroyer Droid 2
Estimated ship date: February 2000
Col 2
R2-D2 x1
Captain Panaka x1
Darth Sidious (Hologram)x2
Naboo Royal Guard x2
Queen Amidala x3
Sio Bibble x3
Pit Droid 2-Pack x4
Estimated ship date: March 2000
Naboo Royal Guard x2
Queen Amidala x2
Sio Bibble x1
Pit Droid 2-Pack x3
Nute Gunray (holograph) x2
Gungan Warrior x3
Boss Nass (Naboo Temple)x3
Estimated ship date: June 2000
Naboo Royal Guard x1
Queen Amidala x1
Sio Bibble x2
Pit Droid 2-Pack x2
Nute Gunray (holograph) x2
Gungan Warrior x3
Boss Nass (Naboo Temple) x2
Battle Droid (Red Security) x3
Estimated ship date: July 2000
Col. 3
Captain Tarpals x1
Ody Mandrell w/ Pit Droid x2
TC-14 x2
Astromech Droid x2
Mas Amedda x3
Tusken Raider x3
Coruscant Guard x3
Estimated ship date: April 2000
Invasion Force
Battle Droid Laser Pod x3
Gungan Shield Generator x3
Estimated ship date: February 2000
Battle Droid Laser Pod x1
Gungan Shield Generator x1
Gungan Mini Sub x4
Estimated ship date: April 2000
Battle Droid Laser Pod x1
Gungan Shield Generator x1
Gungan Mini Sub x1
Sith Infiltrator x3
Estimated ship date: May 2000
Jedi Power Figures
Obi-Wan Kenobi x3
Darth Maul x3
Estimated ship date: August 2000
Darth Maul x6
Estimated ship date: August 2000
2 pack figures
Darth Maul vs. Obi-Wan Kenobi x6
Estimated ship date: February 2000
Darth Maul and Darth Vader x6
Estimated ship date: August 2000
Carded Soft Goods Qui-Gon and more
posted by Tarpals @ 5:30 am (1/28)
Toy Maniacs have posted more (small) pictures of new figures. This time it’s Soft Goods Qui-Gon, Naboo Swamp Jar Jar, and Exploding Droideka. This seems to be the next wave of Episode One figures you’ll see in stores. Thanks to David for the info.
Motti and Leia images
posted by Tarpals @ 5:30 am (1/28)
The Toyguide has been updated again, with the promised Admiral Motti and Princess Leia figure pictures. Check them out.
Star Wars Homing Beacon #1
posted by Tarpals @ 5:30 am (1/28)
The Star Wars Homing Beacon #1 hit mailboxes last night, and it includes some great info. Startingtoday you’ll be able to pre-order your Episode One video on starwars.com, and get a free exclusive poster! If you forgot to subscribe, you can read the newsletter here.
K-Mart Pre-Sell
posted by Tarpals @ 5:30 am (1/28)
K-Mart have a give-away offer when you pre-order their Ep1 video. You can see the offer on the presell ticket. Thanks to Randy for the scan.
PhantomMenaceToys newsfeed
posted by Tarpals @ 5:30 am (1/28)
New Products/Specials – Phantommenacetoys.com:
Just in today! The new Armored Scout Tank (Like the vintage Mini-Rigs) with exclusive Battle Droid (Blue Pilot Droid) – $12.99
This weeks web special is a 3 pack of Gungan Figures for $9.99. You get Jar Jar, Captain Tarpals and Boss Nass.
This weeks mailing list special is an Accessory Set 4-Pack – Naboo, Underwater, Tatooine and Sith for only $9.99!
Skiff for sale!
posted by Tarpals @ 5:30 am (1/28)
There’s a cool auction up now on eBay for a painted Tatooine Skiff salesman sample. Item number 247782113.
QVC Star Wars
posted by Tarpals @ 5:30 am (1/28)
There is a QVC Star Wars show tonight at 9pm (not sure which time zone, check your local listings). Thanks to John for the info.
Gary’s “I Give Up” Collection sale!
posted by Tarpals @ 6:40 pm (1/27)
Gary Weaver II, whom I’m sure many of you will have heard of, has – just like hfsolo – become a little distressed about the state of the hobby just now, and he’s decided to sell of some of his collection. You can bid on parts of it over on eBay. Just hit search, and look for seller id: gw2@ix.netcom.com.
Gary sent in this info for all who’ve got in touch:
“I would like to thank everyone for their support and response. many have had genuine concerns that I am dropping Star Wars altogether. Please let me say that this in not the case. I still love Star Wars and will still continue to do custom figures and accessories (as well as a bunch of other neat things 🙂 Bottom line, I’ll still be around, don’t worry.
The demand to the sale thus far has been overwhelming to say the least 🙂 Sadly, I have not been able to respond as quickly as I might like. My printer failed last night so I was unable to cordinate everything as originaly planned. I will have th problem repaired tonight and hopefully you will hear confirmation late Friday evening. I may not be able to respond to everyone who sent a request (200-300 plus e-mails will do that to you). However, I will strive to do my best. As of right now I have requested the list pulled so I can update everything current and make the addition of some Episode 1 items. There will also, be some E1 Store displays and promo items added as well 🙂
Again, thanks for the response and I’ll seeing you soon,
Gary Weaver II”
IMPORTANT Update: Gary wrote in to say that he’s had a major family emergency and he’s not going to be available until Sunday or Monday at the earliest. Please hold on, and he will be back shortly.
Goodbye
posted by Hfsolo @ 4:10 pm (1/27)
Well I will say this. These past 5 years have been fun. I am leaving Yakface and moving on. I have had a great time with this page. I have enjoyed the friendships that I have made through the site. I will stay in contact and you can still email me. If you have any questions about the site feel free to drop a line to the group email above. I want to thank everyone that I have made deals with over the past 5 years. You have all helped my collecting experience in Star Wars be the best it could. It is a sad state that Star Wars collecting is in now. I have heard many repsonses from the real fans and the real fan sites that they are selling their collections as they are burnt out. The site here is staying and you can always count on the news here being trust worthy and the updates will continue to be as often as they are now.
Have a great time collecting, good luck finding what you are looking for.
Sincerely,
Hfsolo
Jedi Power Battles
posted by Tarpals @ 5:45 pm (1/27)
Gameinformer.com have posted a lot of info and new screenshots of “Jedi Power Battles”, including looks at Maul and Adi Gallia and info on ability to pilot STAPs and AATs! Thanks to Andy for the info!
Big K-Mart Grabs
posted by Boba Faid @ 4:10 pm (1/27)
Darth Eddie from Roanoke, Virginia, found some old figures (and I mean old – HoloFoil Luke, Monkey Faced Leia, Bespin Han, Ceremonial Luke) at his Big K-Mart for – get this – 29 cents each! Apparently, their old stock of toys had to be liquidated to make room for new 2000 merchandise. Not all were 29 cents though, some other old figures rang up to close to $6.00. This is likely not at every K-Mart, but it can never hurt to ask.
Y-Wing in stock at FIA
posted by Boba Faid @ 4:10 pm (1/27)
Figures in Action has obtained the new Target exclusive Y-Wing months before it is to be released in the U.S. $70 shipped for the Y-Wing Boxed, which includes a Rebel Pilot and the built-in R2 Unit. Scans of the box, says Rich, will be added this weekend.
Rebel Pilots in stock
posted by Tarpals @ 4:10 pm (1/27)
Starshow.com have this set in stock (!) for $24.99. Thanks to Don for the info.
Interactive Yoda
posted by Tarpals @ 1:27 pm (1/27)
Pete S wrote in with this: “Here is a photo of the new interactive Yoda that was taken from a mini catalogue I received in the mail along with my Darth Maul phone from Frito Lay. Interestingly the photo shows the Yoda posed next to a blue lightsaber and states, ” Learn the ways of the force from the Jedi Master.”, and “Hone your lightsaber skills with interactive training.” Sounds pretty cool to me.”
Update: Andy sent in this scan of an article from the latest SW Galaxy Collector magazine. It tells you all about what the Yoda’s features are. This is a cool magazine, and it’s worth picking up if you see it.
Custom site
posted by Tarpals @ 11:25 am (1/27)
Quinnarama.com – head over now to see some of the most unusual custom ESB figures you’ve seen in a long time!
Cinema Scenes
posted by Tarpals @ 11:25 am (1/27)
TNC Magic list Rebel Pilots, Jabba’s Skiff Guards and the Ep1 Jabba beast pack on their site. Thanks to David for the info.
Update: Rebel Pilots are gone. Thanks James! So are Skiff Guards, thansk Zeke.
Collection for sale
posted by Tarpals @ 11:25 am (1/27)
Chris is selling off his collection in a huge number of no reserve auctions over on eBay. Search for seller id: 2000diamonds.
Motti and Leia Commtech Lines
posted by Gonk @ 9:40 pm (1/26)
Here are the Commtech Lines for the upcoming POTF figs.
New Leia:
– “I recognized your foul stench when i was brought on board”
– “Would somebody get this big walking carpet out of my way”
Admiral Motti:
– “your sad devotion to that ancient religion has not given you clairvoyance enough to find the Rebel’s hidden fortress”
Interesting Ebay Auction
posted by Gonk @ 6:20 pm (1/26)
Just an interesting auction I found in case anyone is interested. Auction #245359151 (Salesman Sample of the NEW Wuher) and #245354070 (Carded Admiral Motti and Hooded Princess Leia) oneBay.
Interactive Yoda in Argos catalog(ue)
posted by Tarpals @ 4:45 pm (1/26)
Steve W wrote in to say that the Yoda Furby is scheduled for mid-Feb in the new Argos catalogue – which has nothing else in it 🙂 It’s priced at £35. The uk news hasn’t been forgotten – there just isn’t much of it 😉
UPDATE: Philip Ayres sent in more info on the new Argos, and Index catalogues. Argos picture Soft Goods Qui-Gon and Index sho Anakin Naboo Pilot, but as far as I’m aware, they have neither just now (definitely not the Qui-Gon, it’s not out). They will, perhaps, get them in in the future. Index have Maul sabers @ £29.99 and Qui-Gon sabers for £19.99. And the figure prices have been reduced by £1 – that’s something at least – but they are tri-logos…
Battle Droid and Pit Droid packs
posted by Tarpals @ 2:20 pm (1/26)
If you pre-ordered the battle droid 2 packs from the Fan Club, you’re probably expecting them now. Sadly, these have been slightly delayed and we’re looking at early February now. The Fan Club will soon be getting in some of the new Pit Droid 2 packs as well. In case you don’t know already, for 2000 the bonus Battle Droid has been replaced with a Pit Droid. 3 different colors of droid are available – red, orange and white. Each figure that is available comes with each color of droid – so far, the only 3 figures released in these packs are the soft goods wave. That’s 3 figures, but since each figure comes with one of 3 different colored Pit Droids, that makes 9 different sets. Sadly, it seems that these Pit Droid packs won’t be coming with one of the exclusive passes, which is a shame, because they’re really cool. Thanks to Dan Madsen for the info!
New Figure images
posted by Tarpals @ 8:40 am (1/26)
Check out this nice pic of the carded Final Lightsaber Duel 2 pack. The box back features three new figures – Exploding Destroyer Droid, Battle Worn Qui-Gon Jinn and Jar Jar Binks (Swamp version).
ToyManiacs have posted clean, but pretty small pictures of a bi-logo version of this same 2 pack, plus carded Admiral Motti, Princess Leia and the Tatooine Skiff. They’ve also got a loose Wuher pic.
R2-D2 with hologram Leia
posted by Tarpals @ 8:40 am (1/26)
Hope you’re not as sick of hearing about this figure as I am.
Anyway, sHa pre-ordered this figure at ToyTime.com in September. Last night, he received a message that said his order would not be filled because the manufacturer had cancelled their order for the figure. R2-D2 is still shipping in some Stormtrooper cases, so if you’ve not got one yet, Hasbro have not cancelled it, and it is out there.
Update: I spoke to Dan Madsen from the Star Wars Fan Club today about this situation. he told me that the Fan Club were working on getting these in, and it’s looking quite hopeful! So don’t despair – the Fan Club may save us again – hooray!
More on Wal-Mart
posted by Tarpals @ 5:30 pm (1/25)
Mike wrote in to say that he found more Naboo Fighters at $8, Droid Fighters at $3, Ponda Baba 12″ wave for $5 each, both podracers at $6 each, and some older 12″ – Tarkin, Luke Hoth, Snowtrooper and Barquin D’an at $5 each, but in badly damaged boxes. Keep checking Wal-Mart stores, Mike’s prices dropped again yesterday. He bought a Naboo Fighter 2 days before for $11.
Update: Jedeyeben found the Theed Hanger playset – which we reported was on sale for $14 just 3 days ago – for only $5 at a Wal-Mart in Indiana.
Update 2: Sebulbadoug got the 12″ Pit Droid 2 pack for $5, even though the price on it was $9!
Target Temporary Price Cut
posted by Tarpals @ 1:50 pm (1/25)
This in from HunterESB: “I was in one of my local Target stores this morning and noticed something new. On one of the pegs was a “Temporary Price Cut” tag that lists an Episode I figure price of $4.99. The special is said to run from 1/16 to 2/5. However, when I checked a hand full of figures at the bar code scanner, only collection 1 figures kicked out the new price, all the rest (collections 2 & 3) came up at the regular price. Not the best price going, but at least it’s something.”
Update: Nathan Boyd saw this sale as well, and when the figures came up higher, he just asked and they put them in manually at $4.99. Just ask!
Rebel Pilots in stock
posted by Tarpals @ 12:15 pm (1/25)
D & S Sci-Fi World Toy World have this cool, but tough to find set in stock now at $24.99. You can visit their website to order or e-mail them at orders@dnstoys.com.
Ray Park.com opens
posted by Tarpals @ 8:35 am (1/25)
The Official Ray Park site has now opened, featuring many different sections, and a store where you can buy autographed pics of Ray. Check it out!
Jedi Knight Obi-Wan
posted by Tarpals @ 8:35 am (1/25)
An interesting observation thanks to Nalan. The Jedi Knight Obi-Wan figure has a braid in his hair…but aren’t Jedi meant to lose the braid when they become Jedi Knights? Not as if Hasbro are going to give all their figures a hair cut or anything, but interesting.
Collection for sale
posted by Tarpals @ 8:35 am (1/25)
Richard Ellis is selling off his collection over on eBay – item number 242062610.
Collectors Collections
posted by Tarpals @ 8:35 am (1/25)
TheJawa.com has opened a section for collectors to display their collections. Thanks to George Collazo for the info.
Hasbro Canada petition
posted by Boba Faid @ 8:25 pm (1/24)
Fed up with Hasbro putting out figures in Canada months after they’re out in the States? Head over toThe Collector Connector, and sign the petition! We can make a difference!
New Wuher images and Classic C-3PO to come
posted by Tarpals @ 7:00 pm (1/24)
Here are some new images of the Wuher figure:
Bubble close-up
Commtech Chip lines
Our thanks go to Droideka for the use of the images! As you can see, the Wuher Commtech chip interacts with C-3PO, so we can expect a new C-3PO this year. As for what he’ll be, who knows…we’ve had clean, dirty, removable limbs. Dirty twice! I hope it’s a new sculpt of a clean C-3PO, we could do with one. And as Boba Faid mentioned to me, it’s likely to follow in the current trend and be from A New Hope. Will he come with an Oil Bath?
UPDATE: Scott wrote in to say that a toy store owner in Atlanta recently showed him a list of upcoming toys for this year, and among them was a C-3PO – with removable limbs. Not ANH…so it doesn’t really tie in with the pattern and the Wuher interaction…but it’s a thought.
UPDATE 2: Jeffrey and Daniel wrote in to point out that in ANH 3PO loses one arm in the Sand People scene. I must have overlooked that since I was thinking about a 3PO that comes to bits. So, is this simply a Shop Worn C-3PO resulpt? I have also been told, by both Scott and Jeffrey, that this figure is on a couple of store product lists, but listed under Episode One. I don’t seem to remember 3PO with removable arm in Episode One…but hey, R2-D2 with booster rockets was cut and the Pod Race Announcer was changed… Current rumors I’m hearing are that it will have knee and elbow articulation, but these are only rumors.
A DVD Petition
posted by Tarpals @ 1:30 pm (1/24)
David Snedigar pointed out this petition to get the Star Wars DVD made NOW. Before you groan and skip to the next post, this petition seems that it will get quite a bit of exposure to the public. It is being held jointly by 3 websites, thedigitalbits.com, dvdfile.com and askdigitalman.com, and it involves an online petition, plus an open letter addressed to George Lucas in today’s Daily Variety magazine. If we all sign this there’s a chance! Head over to show your support.
UPDATE: There are certainly plenty of names going up on this. The chances of its success aren’t high, considering what George has told the media, but hey – it’s worth a go.
Who Wants to be a Millionaire?
posted by Tarpals @ 1:30 pm (1/24)
Dan Rose wrote in with this little piece of news. Last night on “Who Wants to be a Millionaire”, the $500,000 question was “What planet does Luke Skywalker come from?”. The person who was asked the question phoned someone and got the answer in the end. If you don’t know the answer…oh dear 😉
Forums Up
posted by Tarpals @ 11:00 am (1/24)
You asked for them, now you’ve got them! The Collectibles category in the Echostation forums is now up, so you can post messages about your latest finds and moans about the latest resculpts! Head over to http://collectibles.echostation.com:8080/~1, or you can use the link on our Bookmarks menu. Have fun!
Custom Tarpals on Kaadu
posted by Tarpals @ 11:00 am (1/24)
Here’s one you won’t find on the shelves! Mind you the way things are going you might. Anyway, this is a custom Captain tarpals on Kaadu by George Collazo. The Tarpals figure has been modified so that he can sit on the beast, and the Kaadu has been re-decoed slightly. Check it out: Shot 1, Shot 2. And one last customs list: Ashley Prester also did a custom Tarpals on Kaadu, which you can see over athis site
UPDATE: A couple of friends of mine sent in pics of the Ertl STAP/Battle Droid kit, which is pretty cool, so here they are. It’s under this post since it’s also a creative sort of thing, like customs. The first one is from George Collazo as well as his Kaadu: shot 1, shot 2, shot 3. The second is from Jon: shot 1, shot 2, shot 3. This is a 1:6 scale kit, and it’s pretty nice! You can pick it up now at Wal-Mart for $5 if you’d like to try it. Skill level 2. The paint and glue isn’t included with the kit.
Wal-Mart deals…more!
posted by Tarpals @ 11:00 am (1/24)
Some cool prices here from John, who says while he was in store he heard an announcement about the SW clearanace aisle:
Tatooine Showdown and Mos Espa Encounter – $2.50 each
R2-D2 Carry Case – $6
A Hologram Weequay – $1
Remember that your local Wal-Mart might not reduce items to the same price. Be warned.
How to get the Cinema Scenes
posted by Tarpals @ 11:00 am (1/24)
Recently we reported the Skiff Guards and Rebel Pilots were in stock at…well, loads of places really. Lord Helmutt, who missed them at the time, decided to put an order in anyway and hope that they’d get in touch with him before they listed more on the site. And that’s exactly what happened. Might be worth ordering items like these even if they’re not in stock, it could save you some time and effort.
Electronics Boutique markdowns
posted by Tarpals @ 11:00 am (1/24)
“Shoogypie” (I honestly don’t make ’em up!) saw Mos Espa Encounter for $4.99, plus Han, Greedo, Luke and some Ep1 figures for $1.99-$4.99 at an EB store in NC recently.
UPDATE: Josh Clow found Senate and Travel Amidala dolls for $9.99 each at an EB store in Washington.
PORKINS Prototype pics!
posted by Gonk @ 5:50 pm (1/22)
Porkins pic #1 | Pokins pic #2 | Porkins Head shot
Special Thanks goes to our good buddy Dick from TheOuterRim.com
TC-14 and R2-B1 in STORES NOW!
posted by Gonk @ 5:20 pm (1/22)
TC-14 and R2-B1 have started showing up in retail stores across the country. They have mainly been found at Wal-mart so far. Thanks to everyone who wrote in about it.
Phantommenacetoys.com Deals!
posted by dlr @ 3:45 pm (1/23)
For this first week, we are offering a great way for you to build up your droid army! Get the Carded Episode I battle droids for only $3.49 each! (No limits, get as many as you want!) This offer is open to everyone…
For readers of Yakface.com! – Get 4 Classic Figures for only $9.99! You’ll get on flashback cards – Obi-Wan, Darth Vader, Leia and Luke. You must mention that you saw it at Yakface.com to get this pricing! GO NOW TO Phantommenacetoys.com!
More on Obiwan & Fan Club
posted by dlr @ 3:45 pm (1/23)
Tony writes in with thsi info-
I called the Fan Club Friday to inquire about exectly what Obi Wan figure they were pre-selling. I was told it was the Obi Wan figure pictured in the most recent Insider with the green lightsaber and the removable cloak. I asked if the figure was exclusive to the Fan Club and I was told “No.” All pre-sales are finished (as of about 3:00 PM Mountain Time Friday afternoon) BUT more will be expected in the coming weeks. I was told the figures that were pre-sold are currently in stock and that they will begin shipping next week. The rep said Friday was a strange day as about 1:00 PM Mountain Time they (the reps) were suddenly told by Admin. … we have ’em… sell ’em.
Yakchat now open!
posted by dlr @ 2:48 pm (1/23)
Check it out here! –> Yakchat!
Wal-Mart deals
posted by Tarpals @ 5:15 am (1/23)
Some good deals at Wal-Mart stores just now. Here’s a list of a few items, thanks to JD Dolan and Ikabel Gont:
Anakin with Pod Racer – $9.00
Theed Genarator Complex – $8.00
Beasts – $6.00
6″ Action Collection – $6.00
Epic Force figures – $5.00
Sith Speeder w/Darth Maul – $5.00
Accesory sets – $2.00
Theed Hangar – $14.00
Mos Espa Encounter – $6.00
UPDATE: Wookie sent in these prices to add to the list:
Model Kits – $5
Droid Fighters – $5
Naboo Fighter – $6
Deluxe figures – $2
6″ Action Collection only $5 at this store
12″ figures – $15
Accessory sets only $1 at this store.
As you can see, the prices can change from store to store.
Fan Club info
posted by Tarpals @ 5:15 am (1/23)
Gasgano called the Fan Club and was told that they’d have Holo Sidious in stock around February, and Darth Maul (Sith Lord) in late Feb.
Brian’s Toys Newsletter #22
posted by Tarpals @ 6:30 pm (1/22)
This issue’s special gives you a FREE green carded Greedo figure with all orders when you mention the latest newsletter! Read it here for more great deals!
TRU Update
posted by Tarpals @ 2:30 pm (1/22)
Here are a couple of new TRU prices found by JD Dolan: Rancor Keeper and Flashback figures – $1.97, Epic Force Luke Bespin – $4.97.
JD Dolan has started taking names for his petition we recently mentioned. It’s to be sent to Hasbro in hope that they will make Amanaman and Plo-Koon. To sign it, head over to JD’s Cantina.
EE News Feed
posted by Gonk @ 9:50 am (1/22)
We have them now! Available for immediate shipment, E1 Coll. 3 (Wave 10) Case (Item #84105D, $144.99) or get E1 Coll. 3 (Wave 10) Half Case (Item #84105E, $75.99). Both cases contain the newest action figures, TC-14 and R2-D1 Astromech Droid.
There has been many questions about the R2-D2 with Holographic Leia action figure. It is true that it is only available in SW Fig. Asst. (Wave 28) (Item #84185B, $109.99). Based on Hasbro’s release list for 2000, this action figure will only appear in this case. Of course, Hasbro has a right to update and change this information. Until then, however, Wave 28 remains the only case that this Star Wars classic action figure will ever appear in. Only at Entertainment Earth
Fan Club Kenobi
posted by Tarpals @ 9:00 am (1/22)
One of the more interesting points about yesterday’s Fan Club happenings was the Obi-Wan figure. It certainly seems that they did mean the new Obi-Wan with cloak. Jedi Patrick sent in the name of the figure from his order form:
EP1 OBI-WAN W/HOOD UP FIGURE W/COMMTECH CHIP
So, it seems as if it is the new figure after all. I’m still not certain if they can keep to their quoted 2 weeks before they ship it though.
UPDATE: Paul wrote in to say that he remembers seeing this same name (Obi-Wan with hood up) used recently to describe the Obi-Wan “Jedi Knight” figure. I personally think it’s more likely that this figure is the Jedi Knight Obi-Wan, although since phone reps were describing the cloaked Obi-Wan, we may have to wait a little while before we can say for sure.
TRU Video News
posted by Tarpals @ 5:20 am (1/22)
Pilot Corran Horn, who works at TRU, sent in this directive that was sent to TRU District Managers and Store Directors today:
“DMs and Store Directors are requested to personally ensure that their stores: DO NOT START THIS (Star Wars Episode 1) RESERVE PRIOR TO FEBRUARY 1st. Lucas Entertainment will hold our chainwide order for the April 4th release date and we will NOT have goods to sell for the street date. This is Lucas’ policy with all retailers and e-tailers. Please ensure that your store is in compliance with this directive, as I’m sure none of you want to be responsible for Lucas taking this course of action”
Slightly strange since other places allow you to pre-order, but there you go.
Robert Carlyle for Episode 2
posted by Boba Faid @ 9:40 pm (1/21)
A Canadian newspaper, The Calgary Herald, recently interviewed Robert Caryle, best known for roles in The Full Monty and The World is not Enough. Episode 2 casting rumors came up in the interview:
“He also co-starred in Trainspotting with Ewan McGregor, which is interesting because Robert’s name is being tossed around for a role in the next Star Wars prequel. He says he’s delighted by the rumor.
‘No one has said anything to me about that, but I do hear this as well and the more people like you who put it out, the happier I’ll be. I think it would be fun… If Mr. Lucas is reading: I’m your man!'”
Carded Wuher with Droid Detector
posted by Tarpals @ 11:30 am (1/21)
Check out these carded pics of the upcoming Fan Club exclusive Wuher figure:
Card Front
Card Back
Thanks to Michael Chan for the use of his images. Michael is selling this item over on eBay, item number 242713125. Starting price only $9.90.
Fan Club New Items
posted by Tarpals @ 1:20 pm (1/21)
Dan Rose and Jeff Richards both wrote in to say that the Fan Club have R2-B1, TC-14 and Obi-Wan Kenobi in stock NOW. If you want them, order now. TC-14 and R2-B1 are bound to sell out quick, and despite lack of articulation on the astromech droid, these are cool figures.
UPDATE: Unless I hear any differently, the Fan Club were taking pre-orders for these 3 figures. The Obi-Wan figure seems to be the removable cloak version. They are meant to ship in 2 weeks, but if this is indeed the Obi-Wan they mean, I’m not so sure. No more orders are being taken – all gone.
New 2000 Figure Info
posted by Tarpals @ 12:00 pm (1/21)
Rich from Figures in Action wrote in to say that he’s posted some new info on the Hasbro 2000 figure line, including some new two-packs, and some nasty looking cancellations. Head over there to check it out.
Skiff Guards and Rebel Pilots…
posted by Tarpals @ 12:00 pm (1/21)
…are in stock now at Entertainment Earth. They come to just over $31 including shipping. Thanks to Bryan George and William for the info.
UPDATE: Surprise! Sold out. I am told by Trouz that they do have Watto’s Box – but with a catch! In a 2 pack with Mos Espa Encounter. Now there’s a clever marketing scheme! If you’ve not bought this yet (I’m sure that many of you are wisely waiting for it to be reduced), then you might at least want to consider this.
EB World Amidala sale
posted by Tarpals @ 12:00 pm (1/21)
Electronics Boutique have the 12″ Amidala in Senate dress and Black travel dress for $9.99 each, and they come to under $25 including shipping. Thanks to Brad for the info.
UPDATE: For those who’ve written in unable to find these. Go to their main page and type “swe1” in the search box. You’ll get a small list of stuff – that’s all they have. Prices look good, but some stuff has been sold out.
Internet Discounts
posted by Tarpals @ 12:00 pm (1/21)
Before you order the 12″ C-3PO from Barnes and Noble (see yesterday’s post) you might want to check out Thatscheap.com, who have discount codes for another $10 off. In addition, they have codes for Amazon, eToys, KBKids and more. Thanks to Mablt for the info.
EE News Feed
posted by Gonk @ 1:50 am (1/21)
Jedi Knight Braid Discontinued
According to Hasbro’s current master price list, item 26272, the Jedi Knight Braid with an Anakin action figure has been removed. Entertainment Earth has had this item on order since January 1999. It did not ship in 1999, and it doesn’t look like it will ship in 2000. All orders for this have been placed on hold, but not cancelled, in case Hasbro changes their mind.
Classic Cases still missing R2-D2?
posted by Tarpals @ 2:40 pm (1/20)
Over at Wizardworld they have an “Advance Order” section. Brew pointed out the following pre-order items – these have a stated shipping date of April 15th onwards:
“all-new” Amidala, Sio Bibble, Pit Droid 2-pack – $29.95 (picture here isn’t quite correct, since pics aren’t available)
Trade Federation Tank – $34.95
While I was checking out these, I noticed that they listed the next Classic case (after Motti) for pre-order, priced at $119.95. According to them, the case breaks down as follows: 2 x Chewbacca (Dejarik Board), 2 x Princess Leia (hood up), 1 x Admiral Motti, 3 x Darth Vader, 2 x Stormtrooper, 2 x Luke with T-16. That’s yet another case with seemingly no R2-D2. This figure is getting slighly easier to find as more and more people get theirs, but it’s not common yet.
They also list the next Episode One case assortment ($139.95): 3 new Amidalas, 3 Sio Bibble, 4 Pit Droid 2-packs, 2 Holo Sidious, 2 Naboo Royal Guards, 1 R2-D2 and 1 Captain Panaka. Let me stress now that these case assortments are always subject to change. I expect that the new Amidala in these is the Naboo version resulpt. I just don’t get why it should be in a Collection 2 case.
Jedi Braid NOT Cancelled
posted by Tarpals @ 2:40 pm (1/20)
OK, here’s the deal with this set. It has been released and has been around for at least one month. The picture on the Outer Rim (see last post on this subject) is a prototype, and I am informed that the actual set is quite different. The packaging is more like the cinema scene box, but bigger and flatter. The actual toys inside are the same as the picture shows. Thanks to Gary for the info.
Toys R Us Vehicles
posted by Tarpals @ 2:40 pm (1/20)
Seems like the earlier post about TRU getting in the X-Wing today for $9.97 was true. I’ve been swamped with reports about this. As for the question of which X-Wing, the answer is both. The 1995 X-Wing and the Power F/X X-Wing are available for $9.97. Great deal on the electronic ship! Other items on sale are the Landspeeder, plus the Endor and Hoth playsets – all these items are $4.97 each. Thanks to all those who wrote in.
UPDATE: I’ve heard of some TRUs haveing the Purchase of the Droids cinema scene for $9.97 too.
Star Wars Auction site
posted by Tarpals @ 2:40 pm (1/20)
Check out Star Wars Auctions.com, which is, just as the title suggests, a Star Wars auction site!
Wizard World Sale
posted by Tarpals @ 3:10 pm (1/19)
Mulder8737 reports that Wizard World have 20% off all toys until tomorrow the 20th. Check it out!
Jedi Braid Cancelled?
posted by Tarpals @ 2:00 pm (1/19)
Seems like we may be seeing another hasbro accessory pack cutdown here. A few months back, the Jedi Braid with holoprojector set appeared on the Amazon.com site, out of stock of course. I requested to be notified when it came back in. I just got an e-mail – as did a few others who’ve written in – to say that this item will not be available in the forseeable future. Since this never appeared anywhere, it’s likely it was cancelled. You can still see a picture of this set at The Outer Rim – there’s a small link at the top of the page.
EE News Feed
posted by Gonk @ 7:30 pm (1/18)
Marmit 12inch Stormtrooper
We are now taking orders for an officially licensed Star Wars item imported from Japan. The popular Marmit 12inch Stormtrooper (Item #MTS1, $99.99) is highly articulated and highly collectible. We have a very limited quantity available. These are scheduled to arrive in mid-February only at Entertainment Earth.
TRU to get in Older POTF2 Toys?
posted by Tarpals @ 5:45 pm (1/18)
JedeyeBen found some interesting items on the Toys R US computers. This relates back to my earlier, mysterious post about the X-Wing. JedeyeBen found that TRU are getting in shipments of older figures, as part of a deal with Hasbro. This includes older vehicles and figures at lower prices….$1.97 for a figure. The AT-AT was priced around $50 still, but most vehicles are about $9.97. Watch out for these things coming in soon.
More on Video Pre-Orders
posted by Tarpals @ 4:35 pm (1/18)
Mike McGowan, who works at Best Buy, wrote in to let us know that The Phantom Menace will be available for pre-order on 31st January. Best Buy are supposedly giving away something for every pre-sell; when I find out what it is I’ll post it.
Fan Club still here!
posted by Tarpals @ 1:30 pm (1/18)
For all those who have been writing in about the Fan Club website and their phone number being disconnected – Dan Madsen, Fan Club President, wrote in saying that it’s due to their relocation to a new building, which will offer better service. The line was being redirected and it will be back up shortly, as with the website.
TRU Ticket Date
posted by Tarpals @ 1:30 pm (1/18)
For those of you wondering about the date on the TRU Episode One video reserve ticket, here’s the story courtesy of the manager of the R-Zone at a TRU in Virginia. The tickets are made up freehand using a DOS-based computer program. These tickets that we’ve seen were either done by a misinformed employee, or they’re just a typing error…it happens 🙂 So, TRU DO know the official release date, and they won’t be – nor anyone else – selling it early.
Interesting though – the store manager adds that if you reserve your copy of TPM at TRU, and pay the $5 deposit, you will receive a TRU exclusive special gift when the video is released.
Bradlee’s SW Sale
posted by Tarpals @ 1:30 pm (1/18)
Pete S in NJ wrote in to say that Bradlee’s department stores are running a sale of 50% off all Star Wars toys, from 16th Jan to 22nd Jan. Pete says that the last time that he checked, they didn’t have a great assortment if items, but the prices on what’s there are good. If you have any reports on your findings at any sales, send them in to Store Reports.
Fan Club 4 – $7.99 each
posted by Tarpals @ 1:30 pm (1/18)
Many of you wrote in with the news that Toymaniacs have the Fan Club four for sale separately for $7.99 each. They are listed under collection 3. Head over to their site if you want to order them.
Action Fleet and Micro Machines E-Mail List
posted by Tarpals @ 1:30 pm (1/18)
Now that Galoob’s Buzz Board is gone, you’re all invited to join this mailing list. You can read it either as separate e-mails, as a daily e-mail digest, or you can read it on the Web. The list has multiple purposes and aims, head over to the website for more details and to join: www.topica.com/lists/sfmm.
X-Wing under $10
posted by Tarpals @ 1:30 pm (1/18)
As of this Thursday 20th, TRU are going to mark down the X-Wing Fighter to $9.97. Thanks to Patrick for the info.
UPDATE: A few people have written in asking if this is the original X-Wing, or the Power F/X X-Wing, and the truth is that I don’t know. Patrick, could you please get in touch and let me know which it is?
Anakin OK in Belgium
posted by Tarpals @ 1:30 pm (1/18)
Gregory Caberis sent in a story from Belgium. Apparently a Star wars fan wanted to call his son Anakin, but it wasn’t permitted – too ridiculous apparently. Anyway, the guy went on TV etc and asked why not, and they eventually let him call the child Anakin. Now that one child is called Anakin, they can’t stop others doing the same, so Anakin is now an official name in Belgium!
Target and KBkids exclusives for 2000
posted by Gonk @ 10:00 pm (1/17)
The new POTF2 Desert Skiff and Y-Wing will be exclusive items for Target and the 12″ Electronic TC-14 will be exclusive to Kbkids. Thanks to an anonymous source for the news.
Entertainment Earth Newsfeed
posted by Tarpals @ 2:45 pm (1/17)
Popular Epic Force Figures at Entertainment Earth
For those of you who are looking to add to your Epic Force figure collection, be sure to check out two smaller sets we are now offering: Epic Force Leia/Luke (Item #69700E, $29.99) and Epic Force Stormtrooper/Vader (Item #69700F, $29.99). These figures are individually boxed.
Money Off at EB
posted by Tarpals @ 2:45 pm (1/17)
This news is from Keith:
“Electronics Boutique has some more sales to look for.
Some figures are as low as $2.99 and as high as $4.99. They had both POTF and Ep.1 figures. The Ep.1 figures were usually lower in price. I also got a copy of the Star Wars Monopoly PC game for $9.99. That had a few on the shelves here in Richmond, VA.”
Petitions
posted by Tarpals @ 6:30 am (1/16)
JD Dolan is running a poll to see what popular character you’d like to see as a figure. The choices are Gargan, Amanaman, Plo-Koon, and Queen Amidala (in red outfit). You can vote over at JD’s Cantina. The winner will be put in a petition to be sent to Hasbro. He has not included Aurra Sing because – in case you’re wondering – he rates it quite likely that Hasbro will do this figure either this year or next anyway.
Pete Hoccom is putting together a petition for Great Britain and Ireland residents to be allowed to join the Fan Club again. I have to agree on this one…if we are allowed to buy from the Jawa Trader and we don’t have our own Fan Club, why not? If you want to know more about this, head over tohttp://discserver.snap.com/Indices/58837.html. Britain and Ireland only.
TC-14 and R2-B1 pics
posted by Gonk @ 1:20 pm (1/16)
Here are some new pics of the new TC-14 and R2-B1 figures.
Brians’s Toys Newsletter #21
posted by Tarpals @ 6:30 am (1/16)
Brian’s Toys Newsletter #21 is available now to read – this month’s specials include the R2-D2 carry case with exclusive Destroyer Droid for $12 – limit 2. Check it out for more great deals!
Shopko Sale
posted by Tarpals @ 6:30 am (1/16)
Ian sent in this info:
Cinema Scenes- $3.99
Pod Racers – $5.99
Jabba Glob – $2.49
12″ Episode One – $8.69
12″ POTF2 – $5.99
Shopko Sale
posted by Tarpals @ 6:30 am (1/16)
This report of this weekend’s show comes from Brian Levine. The show is on in Orlando, and still on today if you want to go. The official show website is at www.fxshow.com, head over there if you need details.
“The Star Wars cast was well represented at the show. Jerome Blake (Rune Haako), Richard LeParmentier (Admiral Motti), Jeremy Bullock (Boba Fett), Garrick Hagan (Biggs Darklighter) and Bill Hootkins (Jek Porkins). Got me a deluxe Boba Fett autographed by Jeremy Bullock, but I must admit that the thought that Richard LeParmentier was there and the Admiral Motti figures are still only couple of weeks away had me kinda depressed.
Got to meet the infamous [Orlando scalper, name withheld], who was charging (and getting) $45 bucks for R2 w/Holo Leia.
‘Course, half of the cast of Star Trek Voyager was there, signing away. Boy does that show suffer from 24th century political correctness. Give me the good ole 23rd century when we were saving the galaxy every episode, instead of worrying about some characters dating life. Sigh…
Really disappointed with the amount and quality of Star Wars items this year. Seemed like there was a lot more last year. I did manage to find out where all the missing Watto’s Box Cinema Scenes were…seemed like everyone had them for $35. I did find a POTF Amanaman, unpunched, but it had a tear where the price tag was, and I couldn’t talk the guy down from his $100 asking price so I passed. Then I found a mint ‘Droids’ Boba Fett, but they wanted $700 for it. All in all, not much in the way of vintage carded figures. As expected, this year’s show belonged to Pokemon, which was everywhere in abundance.
Finally, I’ve now gotten a chance to meet and talk to almost every actor from the original trilogy (except for Harrison Ford and Peter Cushing), and I have to say that overall, the Empire guys are nicer than the Rebel guys.”
CommTech Reader 2
posted by hfsolo @ 1:00 pm (1/15)
Well we know what happened to the first commtech reader (shall we say clearence for $2.00). Well with the new design of the new commtech chips, they need a new reader. Well Yakface is pleased to bring you the FIRST look at the new reader. Here it is. Do not use this image ANYWHERE else!
ToyTime Deals
posted by Tarpals @ 2:45 pm (1/15)
Keith sent in this info:
“Order $75 worth of toys at toytime.com and you’ll earn a $20 coupon on your next purchase.Coupons must be redeemed by 2/15/00.
All of their 4″ action figures are $4.99, including POTF figures of Cantina Han Solo and Greedo which are currently in stock.
You can also be notified when the Jabba w/ Hex & Rex are available, as well as when the Tatooine Disguise Accessory pack, and Watto’s Box are in stock.”
Save the Cinema Scenes!
posted by Boba Faid @ 1:45 pm (1/15)
I wanted to alert you to a poll that’s being run to rally collector support for the Star Wars Cinema Scenes. If you get a chance, please vote!
Accessory Packs Wave 2
posted by Tarpals @ 10:00 am (1/15)
Mike wrote in to tell us that Starshow.com have some of the wave 2 accessory packs in stock for $7.99.
UPDATE: Gone. Isn’t it amazing how when you try to get it yourself, it’s sold?
Hear Watto’s Box
posted by Tarpals @ 8:00 am (1/15)
I’ve updated our Toy Guide Cinema Scenes page with recordings of the Watto’s Box Commtech chip sounds.
Pre-Order Interactive Yoda
posted by Tarpals @ 7:45 am (1/15)
You can now pre-order the Interactive Yoda at FAO Schwartz. Priced at $49.99. Thanks to Patrick for the info.
Wal*Mart Sale prices
posted by Tarpals @ 7:45 am (1/15)
This list was sent in by Matt Hedgecock. They were found at a Wal Mart store in Tampa, FL. Wal*Mart prices are the same in some stores, but can be full price at others, so don’t be surprised if you don’t find the same deals..but you might.
Naboo Fighter- $8
TF Droid fighters-$5
Mini-AAT- $4
Podracers-$8
Beast Packs-$5
Epic Force-$5
Cinema Scenes- $6
Accesory packs-$2
Deluxe Figures- $4
R2-D2 Carry Case- $16 dollars (Not too impressive – the Target across the street has ’em for $6)
750 piece two-sided puzzles-$2
Store Reports Updated – January 14th
posted by Boba Faid @ 11:00 pm (1/14)
The Store Reports section has been updated today with a TON of new reports from the last week or so. Remember, when in doubt, submit as a Store Report, not an email. It should also be noted thatCollector’s Clubs should be submitted to ME, not Tarpals.
Pre-Order Episode One at Electronics Boutique
posted by Tarpals @ 3:45 pm (1/14)
Ep1 Pan and Scan VHS – $16.99
Ep1 Widescreen – $29.99
Thanks to jeditrainee for the info!
Commtech Changes – Trouble!
posted by Tarpals @ 1:00 pm (1/14)
BearcatCC wrote in to say Watto’s Box now ships with both holographic…and non-holographic Commtech chips. Yeah, there’s one tough change to track down. As you may have guessed, the holographic chip is the earlier version.
I myself found some changes on classic figures – Han Solo, Stormtrooper and Darth Vader are available with white chips now. And it also ocurred to me that since Vader and Stormtrooper have been changed…R2-D2 will be changed as well. So I’d say it’s safe to assume that soon if you find an R2-D2 with hologram Leia figure…it will be a third version. A variation collector’s nightmare.
On the subject of R2-D2, here’s some news. So far nobody has reported an R2-D2 with a date stamp higher than 92841. In other words, nobody has reported any R2-D2s that were produced later than mid-October. If you have an R2 with a date stamp higher (ie the 3 middle digits are higher than 284) please write in, so we can try to identify if Hasbro have been shipping these out at all recently.
UPDATE: I’ve had quite a lot of e-mails overnight about this. The latest date stamp we’ve come up with is 93211 – that means 321st day in 1999, which is in November. That seems to be the latest lot that have come out of the factory, since R2-D2s found recently have this stamp. Thanks to all who wrote in.
KBKids Coupon Codes
posted by Tarpals @ 1:00 pm (1/14)
Keith contributed these KBKids.com coupon codes:
$10 off your first purchase (min order – $30): G21ff23fbe
20% off: Gbc34ef8ba
Both Keith and Jeter reported that KBKids have the cinemacast Vader statue in stock, but on the item page it says out of stock. Blair called KB Kids to order his, and he got them…so it’s worth trying.
TRU.com Lawsuit
posted by Tarpals @ 1:00 pm (1/13)
A lawsuit has been launched against Toysrus.com, because of their realization in December that they would not be able to ship out all orders for Christmas, despite guarantees that they would. You can read the press release here. Thanks to Jason from Texas for the info.
Wal*Mart news
posted by Tarpals @ 1:00 pm (1/13)
A couple of pieces of information on Wal*Mart for you.
Firstly, the sale found yesterday doesn’t appear to be nationwide…some stores have it, some don’t. And some have figures as low as $3 – Niko picked up a Battle Droid and Destroyer Droid army at Wal*Mart in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Justin Cook reports that a Wal*Mart near him has had figures for $5.68 since May 3rd! When it comes to reductions like this, every store can vary. Thanks to Michael Kiesewetter for some of this info.
Now, some info on R2-D2 with Holographic Princess Leia. Firstly, Brian Levine reports that he saw 9 cases of the Vader/Stormtrooper case that should contain an R2-D2, and each one he checked (they were on a palette) had the R2-D2 figure removed. Seems like, as Brian says, an inside job. And that’s for sure, Brian saw the employees wheel the cases out just before he looked at them. That’s in Orlando, FL.
Also, I’ve heard rumors from various places including our own store reports section that tell of a full case of R2-D2 figures that is around. Possible…as Shawn Brander mentioned to me, it’s possible the Action Ace load of R2s was from a full case – since they didn’t have the Vader/Trooper in stock at the same time. However, my R2 that I got from them is date-stamped from mid-October 1999 – meaning it had been around for a while before Action Ace sold it. Staying on the subject of date stamps…if you have an R2-D2 with holo Leia, check its stamp…the 5 digit number that is impressed onto the card back somewhere. It will begin with 9 and end in 1. If you have one that has the middle 3 digits (9-xxx-1) higher than 330, let me know. And if you find a full case of these figures, please send in the case number…so it can be confirmed.
UPDATE: Interesting news. I’ve been contacted by reps from Action Ace AND Hasbro, and both say that R2-D2 has not shipped in a solid case, and Hasbro say it will not. As for the figures being removed from the Orlando cases, it’s the work of a local scalper who apparently does it all the time… If you’re in Florida, or close, there’s a big show on there this weekend, the FX-2000 show. You can find details about it on their website.
Jedi Power Battles
posted by Boba Faid @ 12:30 am (1/13)
Lucasarts has released brand new screenshots from the upcoming Playstation and PC release Jedi Power Battles. So far the game looks promising, and destined to be a top seller. However, I must say I was expecting a Soul Calibur style 3-D fighting game, weren’t you?
New Wave of Japanese carded Galoob Figures
posted by Tarpals @ 4:00 pm (1/12)
I’m sure you all know the miniature carded Galoob figures, a set of 5, which were shown in detail a while ago on Rebelscum.com. Well, a new wave of these has surfaced. This wave has 5 figure packs in it – Maul/Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon/Jar Jar, Anakin/Sebulba, Anakin/Watto, and Nute Gunray/Sio Bibble.Click here for a scan of the whole wave (this is a scan of the leaflet that comes with each figure), andhere you can view a close up of the Nute Gunray/Sio Bibble two pack. And before I get lots of e-mail, I only have the one.
Episode One Video News
posted by Tarpals @ 4:00 pm (1/12)
To begin with, Wes J. Elskamp let us know that VideoFlicks.com now has Ep1 available for pre-order.
Here’s something interesting. Ray T sent in this scan of the TRU Ep1 video reserve ticket…which interestingly enough says that the item will be available on March 1st 2000 at 1pm. We all know it’s meant to be 4th April…so I’m pretty sure this is just a mistake on TRU’s part, but interesting none the less.
Price Markdowns
posted by Tarpals @ 4:00 pm (1/12)
JD Dolan found figures on sale for $5.68 at Wal*Mart and $5.99 at Fred Meyers. Not sure if these sales are nationwide or just a store clearance.
UPDATE: JD Dolan wrote in again to say that he was at a different Wal*Mart a couple of days ago and their figures were still usual price. And the $5.68 figures did not have clearance tags on them. If you see Wal*Mart selling figures reduced, let me know so I can confirm that this IS nationwide rather than just one store.
Collection 3 Wave 1 text variations
posted by Tarpals @ 4:00 pm (1/12)
If you can’t stand reading about tiny tiny changes to cards that are called “variations” then skip this post.
Just to clarify, this is from Mike. All Collection 3 wave 1 figures (Mace Windu, Gasgano, Boss Nass, Chancellor Valorum, Ki-Adi Mundi) originally shipped with the word “Electronic” (above Commtech Reader on box back) in a thin font. They were changed to the usual bold font. However, for whatever reason, the number on the card (.0x00) only changed too if another card error was corrected at the same time. The only figure that has the bold font and thin font both on the same card number – .0100 – is Mace Windu. Chancellor Valorum is not known to have been changed at all.
New Figure Images
posted by Tarpals @ 4:00 pm (1/12)
The Outer Rim have posted some nice new pics of upcoming figures, including Wuher, Mas Amedda, and Holographic Qui-Gon Jinn. Head over to check them out.
Jabba’s Guards and Rebel Pilots at Fan Club
posted by Tarpals @ 4:00 pm (1/12)
“Quark’s Waiter” (I don’t make these up…) wrote in to say that The Fan Club has the Rebel Pilots and Skiff Guards in stock for $23.95 each. I’m not sure if they’re on their site or not, you’re best to just call and order rather than trying online.
UPDATE: The Skiff Guards – the cooler of these 2 sets in my opinion, sold out…pretty instantly. The Rebel Pilots supplies are low…I expect that by the time the majority of readers see this in the evening in their time zone, these’ll be gone too. So act NOW if you want to order. Thanks to both Horse_Head and Dan Emmons for the info.
Also, the Luke Bespin figure they had in cheap is gone too…thanks to Keith for the info.
$10 off Another Universe
posted by Tarpals @ 4:00 pm (1/12)
Keith from The Moisture Farm wrote in with a code for Another Universe – spend $20, get $10 off with this: 16PR3C. You’ll need the code to combat prices like: Flash Cannon – was $24.99, now $12.98. Anyone got bigger AU coupons…?
UPDATE: $15 off a $35 order: EAACH1. Thanks to Dark Helmet.
Watto’s Box at EE
posted by Tarpals @ 4:00 pm (1/12)
Entertainment Earth have the Watto’s Box cinema scene in stock now for $24.99 each. Thanks to Mark Jeter for the news.
UPDATE: Try not to be too shocked…but this is now sold out.
Custom Imperial Hanger
posted by Tarpals @ 4:00 pm (1/12)
Dan Sparks wrote in to show us his custom built POTF2 scale Imperial Hanger – a massive project at almost 7 feet tall and 4 feet wide! You can check it out over atwww.geocities.com/sith_lord_zekk/HANGERPG3.html. If you look closely you’ll see a custom TIE Bomber vehicle in the hanger bay!
TC-14 and R2-B1 in stock
posted by Tarpals @ 5:50 pm (1/11)
Steve let me know that Action Ace now have TC-14 (Sold out…) and R2-B1 (Sold out…) available to buy on their site. Priced at $9.99 each. It said Limit 1 per customer, order more and your order will be cancelled. I’d guess that has something to do with the POTF2 R2-D2’s …
New Obi Wan with Cloak
posted by Gonk @ 2:50 pm (1/11)
Rebelscum has posted a pic of the upcoming Obi Wan Kenobi w removable cloak. It appears that Hasbro may be reusing parts of figures now, since there is very little difference between this figure and the first Obi Wan.
Collectors Clubs
posted by Tarpals @ 2:40 pm (1/11)
I’ve started up a page for all these Collectors Clubs that have been writing in. If you’ve been missed…write in! Collecting Clubs
Episode One Video News
posted by Tarpals @ 2:00 pm (1/11)
For those who don’t already know, Starwars.com have posted info that the Episode One video will be released worldwide during the week of April 4th. Ray T wrote in to say that he found $5 reserve coupons for the video at his TRU store. The total price quoted on the coupon is $16.99.
Mos Espa Sale items
posted by Tarpals @ 1:20 pm (1/10)
This news is from Andy: “I was shocked to find 63 action figures at Mos Espa this morning. They have tons of old freeze frames like Lando Skiff Guard, Lando General, and Endor Rebel Soldier for $7.95. I found Bespin Luke and that Expanded Universe or Dark Empire Leia for only $3.99. They also had the new commtech Stormtrooper for $8.95 (Sold out…thanks Laser!), and tons more that I can’t remember. Check it out quick, because I’m sure this won’t last.”
Jon reminds us that they have the Applause Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi mega-collectibles for $7.99 each, and Brad wrote in to say they have the Jeff Gordon Episode One car for $9.99 (usually $39.99).
UPDATE: Glenn called the Fan Club and was told that EU Leia ($3.99) and Kyle Katarn ($7.95) were limited to 1 per customer, and are sold out. They have Clone Emperor in stock, but not on the site…call if you want him – $7.95. Luke Bespin is in stock at $3.99 and there’s no limit on him.
EE News Feed
posted by Gonk @ 7:30 pm (1/9)
We blew through our first shipment. This second shipment is already halfway sold out. Get the current assortment of Star Wars classic action figures here right now. Order SW Fig. Asst. (Wave 28) (Item #84185B, $109.99) that includes the awesome Darth Vader with Interrogation Droid, Stormtrooper with battle damage and blaster rifle rack, R2 with Holo Leia and more. Hear these figures talk using the COMMTech Chip and COMMTech Reader (Item #84151, $17.99). In stock while supplies last atEntertainment Earth.
Mace Windu changes
posted by Tarpals @ 9:00 am (1/9)
Mike sent in some info on new variations to the Collection 3 Mace Windu card. The .0000 and .0100 figures have the word “Electronic” in a thin font, on the back of the card (in the little box with Commtech Reader info in it). same goes for the .0100 card. Mike found a .0100 card yesterday that has this same text in a bold font, like on all other cards. However, the card is still .0100 for whatever reason. Hasbro has really messed up with these numbers lately – I saw yesterday a .0000 Qui-Gon Jinn lightsaber, but the box had the red stripe on the bottom, typical of Hasbro items released recently. This was definitely not the rare .0000 saber.
Mike also mentioned a Commtech chip variations. The new .0100 with the bold Electronic text was date stamped 92681 (268th day of ’99). The figure came with a Commtech chip that has a white photo background rather than the normal holographic background. However he also found a Mace date stamped 928** – meaning it was stamped later than the first one – and it had the usual holographic chip.
Basically, this is Hasbro annoying us all by firstly releasing old toys in .0000 boxes that have been changed 3 or 4 times (and should really be .0200 or even .0300), and also reissuing figures with new commtech chips, without the holographic background on the photos. Obviously not all figures that are out now will be released with white chips because many don’t ship anymore, but older figures that still ship in newver cases will now come with new chips.
UPDATE: Sope wrote in to say that the bold font variation is also available on the Ki-Adi Mundi and Gasgano figures, and it wouldn’t surprise me if it was on Valorum and Nass too.
Boxed Technic Destroyer Droid
posted by Tarpals @ 9:00 am (1/9)
Jason Fritch sent in a picture of the Lego Technic Destroyer Droid box. You can check it out here. This retails for about $50.
Utah Collectors’ Club
posted by Tarpals @ 9:00 am (1/9)
If you’d be interested in joining a Collectors’ Club based in Utah, e-mail Tyler.
12 Inch Darth Maul with Sith Speeder
posted by Boba Faid @ 3:00 am (1/9)
Here’s some pics of the upcoming 12 Inch Maul with Sith Speeder:
Methinks this is gonna be one cool item. Looks so freakin’ mean! Thanks to Figures in Action for the images!
The Last on Skiff Guards and Rebel Pilots
posted by Tarpals @ 7:50 pm (1/8)
Okay, more Skiff Guards info. If I ever see one of these sets, I’ll beat it up 
From Mr. Mulder: “KB in Richmond mall (Cleveland, Ohio Area) just got a new Hasbro shipment, I picked up a skiff guards and Rebel Pilots for only 19.99! my friend, who works there says that they got more of them and he’ll be putting them on the shelves tonight! They close at 10 PM, but they won’t go no the shelves till after they close so look tomorrow morning when they open at 9:00 AM”
To put a lid on this before we rename this site SKIFFGUARDS.COM (it doesnt exist; just so you know…), these are not gone completely, but it seems that they may be very soon. No cinema scenes are known to be coming out this year, and we’ve had a lot of info to suggest they’re cancelled altogether, although a source close to Hasbro denies this. This sighting here could be KB finally putting them out, or the warehouse being cleared. Unless these are found in excess all over the place, we can’t tell.
Found anything? Send it to the Store Reports!
If you’re really searching hard for these sets, you have to try lesser places for them. Josh remembers seeing 3 shelves full of the Rebel Pilots at New Year in the Tatooine Traders store at MGM Studios in FL. Derek, also in Orlando FL (seems a good place for these), has seen a lot of them at computer game stores in malls, but not in TRU etc. Keep checking this sort of place, you might find what you’re looking for.
UPDATE: Wow, an update to this saga that I found interesting myself! Brian “Laser” Cowdrey has been in contact with the KB in the Richmond Mall, that is posted above. He was informed that the store have never had Jabba’s Guards or Rebel Pilots in at all, only figures from Episode One. And the rep sounded as if they’d been dealing with a lot of similar calls. This certainly is odd…
Brian’s Newsletter #20
posted by dlr @ 6:15 pm (1/8)
Brian’s Toys has Boba Fett on a red card for $6. All that plus more can be seen here.
Carded Final Lightsaber Duel
posted by Tarpals @ 1:45 pm (1/8)
Figures In Action have posted images of carded Final Lightsaber Duel 2 pack – Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Maul. This is the one that splits in half. Head over to their site to check it out!
Hasbro Cinema Scene info
posted by Tarpals @ 1:35 pm (1/8)
OK, this is the story on cinema scenes according to the reliable source mentioned in a recent update. As far as Orlando Hasbro reps know, the 2 cinema scenes all this mess has been about will be coming back, and movie scenes haven’t been cancelled either. It seems that Toy Fair, in about 1 month, will bring the answers. As for these cinema scenes not being available at retail, WalMart nor Target have these on their resets for aisles, but they always “flex” stuff in when the DC ships it to them. These things are, according to this Hasbro rep, shipping to all locations in Florida, if stores don’t have them, they are “in transit”. In Orlando, EB had them for $9.99 before the local scalpers grabbed them all. Same goes for R2-D2 with hologram Leia…Wal Mart in Orlando had these, but scalpers took them all. In my own opinion, if we don’t see any new Cinema scenes at Toy Fair, we may have seen the last of them. There have been none in upcoming product lists, and all these stores not having them seems a little bit strange to me. But thanks go to ChuckMc for sending in the official Hasbro word. If you find Skiff Guards, send it in to Store Reports, making sure you tell us where you found it.
Star Wars Collectibles in your House
posted by Tarpals @ 1:35 pm (1/8)
This info is from travis: “I’m not sure if PAX is a national channel or only local, but anyway, last night I saw an advertisement for their next ‘collectibles in your house’ show, and it’s Star Wars. I checked the newspaper and it doesn’t come on again until Monday, so I’m guessing that the commercial meant Monday’s show is Star Wars? I’m close to Louisville Ky, so anyone who wants to watch out for it, the channel is called PAX.”
UPDATE: Thanks to Yakface staffer Havok for this update. PAX is a cable channel, and the program title is “Treasures in your Home”. This particular Star Wars episode is actually a repeat of one previously shown in November.
Order Rebel Pilots
posted by Tarpals @ 7:00 am (1/8)
Scott wrote in to say that a local store has Rebel Pilots, but not Skiff Guards. You can order the Rebel Pilots online for $22.49 + shipping at www.dollskollekt.com.
Soft Goods with Pit Droids
posted by Tarpals @ 7:00 am (1/8)
Toy Maniacs has the soft goods wave with the bonus Pit Droid in stock now…for $29.99. You might wanna wait a bit for those… They also have the Mynock Hunt cinema scene for $34.99. Head over to the “What’s New” section oftheir site for the product links. Thanks to Brad for the heads-up!
Phantom Menace Toys Newsfeed
posted by Tarpals @ 7:00 am (1/8)
Just in the door! – New Carded Hasbro figures with Commtechs
Sith Lord Darth Maul
Obi-Wan Jedi Knight
Anakin Pilot
Back in stock –
Tatooine Darth Maul
Naboo Obi-Wan
Get ’em quick! At www.phantommenacetoys.com!
UPDATE: The soft goods wave are now SOLD OUT.
Series Alpha Naboo Fighter Found
posted by Tarpals @ 7:00 am (1/8)
Steve Moore found all four Series Alpha toys at a Target store in the Seattle area. Keep an eye open for the Naboo Fighter, it’s out there!
E1 Available in Widescreen Box Set
posted by Ob1k @ 11:26pm (1/7)
The Official Star Wars Site has updated with info on the new THX Video releases of Episode I. A special Widescreen Video Collectors Edition will be available in the United States and Canada only. It comes with a bunch of cool stuff for only $39.98!
More on Wuher
posted by hfsolo @ 10:55 pm (1/7)
Here is the final word on the Wuher figure. I spoke with Dan Madsen today and he gave me this exclusive info. Wuher originated as you may recall a petition here on Yakface.com and we were successful with this to get him made. Well the Fan Club was going to get an exclusive window to sell him carded for about 2 months before he was available in the stores. Then he would hit regular retail outlet distribution. Well, that has changed and Wuher will ONLY be available at the Fan Club. He should be available in late February. Thanks to Dan for the news. I believe and this is only speculation, that this happened due to the LACK of sales nationwide on the Star Wars line. This happened with the Leia Hoth Wave if you remember.
Series Alpha Sketches
posted by Boba Faid @ 9:05 pm (1/7)
Head over to the Hunter’s Guild Image Bank for some great shots of the upcoming Galoob Series Alpha Sketchbook Designs.
What’s up with Rebel Pilots and Skiff Guards?
posted by Tarpals @ 9:00 am (1/7)
Chris Yuhas wrote in with this: “According to a very reliable source, who spoke to a Hasbro Rep. The Skiff Guards and Pilots are still in production, and are shipping for sure to Retail stores in the Orlando area. Plus the rep said that there are plenty of interesting items in store for this year…….?”
UPDATE: Oh dear. Now Brian Levine from Orlando wrote in to say that he hasn’t seen these anywhere locally. Nothing at FAO Schwartz or a nearby Wal*Mart Super Center just now…although the Wal Mark did have 1 case 2 months ago. Nothing at TRU, and there’s been nothing at Target for over a month. I think the best way to handle this is this: if you see the Rebel Pilots or Skiff Guards in a NEW SHIPMENT – not finding one set hidden in the doll section – write in.
Series Alpha Info
posted by Tarpals @ 2:00 pm (1/7)
Robert Carlton sent in some info on the new Galoob Series Alpha toys:
“The prototype ship is the larger of the 2, which to me makes a lot more sense. The Droid Fighter comes with a prototype Battle Droid, and the Sith Infiltrator has a Darth Maul figure in white. The Royal Starship comes with a Ric Olie figure.”
UPDATE: Although it is shown on the back of the box, it seems as if the series Alpha Naboo Fighter is NOT currently shipping.
TC-14 and R2-B1 Commtech Lines Added
posted by Tarpals @ 9:00 am (1/7)
I’ve updated the Episode One Toy Guide with bubble views and commtech chip recordings for TC-14 and R2-B1. Follow this link to get the the Toy Guide. These two figures are listed under the Collection 3 heading.
I also thought I’d point out an absolutely tiny thing on the TC-14 card. After doing my usual variation check on the figures, I noticed that, on the UPC code, the name “TC-14 Protocol Droid” is in bold type, whereas on all other cards, including R2-B1, it’s not. As I say, an extremely minor point, but I thought I’d mention it anyway.
Mos Espa News
posted by Tarpals @ 6:45 am (1/7)
An update on Mos Espa. It seems that yesterday, I posted that they had the Fan Club 4 in stock for $12.99 a pair, but Clint wrote in to say that they only have the Snitkin/AT-AT pair, for $14.99. Clint also pointed out that they’re taking orders for the damn cool Muftak and Kabe two pack, for $12.95. Limit 2 per customer.
Chris Yuhas pointed out that they also have clear Star Wars action figure stands, with the SW logo on them. Pretty cool. They have 2 pegs, one for each foot, and are priced at 12 for $6.
UPDATE: A few people wrote in to say that although they quote $14.99 on their site, the price you are charged is $12.99. Complicated…
Watto’s Box and R2-D2 with holo Leia
posted by Tarpals @ 6:45 am (1/7)
Paul Sehgal wrote in to let us know that Big K toys in New York has the Watto’s Box cinema scene for $29.99 and the whole set of 7 Commtech classic figures, including R2-D2, for $75. If you’re interested in buying either of these, Big K accept phone orders to: (516)-243-4566. If you’re still absolutely desperate for R2-D2, this might not be such a bad buy, since you’re lucky to get the figure for less than $60 on eBay, and it’s doesn’t seem to be going into the Admiral Motti wave, which means it’s not going to get any commoner until one of the current case assortments changes.
UPDATE: Neil called Big K and was quoted $90 plus shipping. That must be the new price since they realized everyone wanted the R2-D2 🙂
EE News Feed
posted by Gonk @ 12:47 am (1/7)
Hasbro doesn’t stop. The newest assortment of classic Star Wars action figures is about to be released. SW Fig. Asst. (Wave 29) (Item #84185D, $109.99) is scheduled to contain the following figures with COMMTech Chips included (subject to change): 3x Princess Leia with Hood Up, 3x Admiral Motti, 2x Darth Vader with Interrogation Droid, 1x Stormtrooper with battle damage and blaster rifle rack, 1x Han Solo from Cantina, 2x Luke Skywalker with T-16. Pre-order yours today atEntertainment Earth!
Bonus Pit Droid packs added to Toy Guide
posted by Tarpals @ 7:15 pm (1/6)
I’ve added carded images of the new Darth Maul (Sith Lord), Obi-Wan (Jedi Knight) and Anakin (Naboo Pilot) foreign 2 packs to the Toy Guide, which, this year, come with Pit Droids rather than Battle Droids. Each figure is available with all 3 different colored Pit Droids: white, orange, or red. You can see all 9 carded images over at the Toy Guide.
Upcoming Hasbro items
posted by Tarpals @ 5:55 pm (1/6)
I received a new Hasbro product list today, that confirms some items we announced a short while ago, including Padme in the orange outfit, Quarrens, and Kitster. Interestingly enough, these 2 items were llisted together, alongside the Fambaa:
“Darth Maul w/Sith Infiltrator
Obi-Wan Kenobi w/ Gungan Sub”
At the moment, I’m not sure if these are 3 3/4″ scale vehicles with figures, or if this is the Darth Maul with mini Sith Infilatrator we have already seen, and an Obi-Wan with a mini Gungan Sub. If I find out, I’ll post the info.
Other interesting items on the list are 12″ items. Here is a list of 2000 Episode One and POTF2 12″ figures, many of which are new:
Episode One 12″
Battle Droid Commander
Boss Nass
Mace Windu
Ody Mandrell with Pit droid
Sebulba with Otoga 222
Nute Gunray
Qui-gon Jinn (Poncho)
Senator Palpatine
Gungan on Kaadu
Blue Senate Guard with Chancellor Valorum
Darth Maul on Sith Speeder
Aurra Sing
Shmi Skywalker
Electronic Darth Sidious
Electronic TC-14 Protocol Droid
Fode and Beed
Power of the Force 12″
Bounty Hunter 5-pack
Sandtrooper with Dewback
Biker Scout
The first 2 POTF items stand out as big and expensive, but certainly possible if you consider the Taun Taun and the JCPenny ESB 4 pack.
R2-D2 arrives from Action Ace
posted by Tarpals @ 3:05 pm (1/6)
Chris Yuhas wrote in to say that he got his R2-D2 with hologram Leia and R2-B1 today from Action Ace, in mint condition. I myself received a FedEx tracking number from them, which gives very detailed info about exactly where your item is. Looks like ActionAce have done well with the huge number of orders.
UPDATE (7/Jan): I got my order today. Seems like they put a lot of effort into ensuring I get it, because they sent it from CA to Britain in 3 days – that’s expensive. Great condition toys. If you haven’t received your R2 from Action Ace, it’s coming in the next day or so.
Hasbro Discontining Items?
posted by Tarpals @ 2:00 pm (1/6)
Since I posted that notice about Amazon not restocking Skiff Guards, I’ve had a couple more reports. One, from Utinni, says that eToys have dropped the Skiff Guards, AND the Rebel Pilots. Don’t forget that Hasbro have stopped Cinema Scenes, presumably due to low sales, so this is certainly very possible.
Then I got this e-mail from Tia about accessory packs:
“The Accessory sets line for the Star Wars 3 3/4” figures has been DISCONTINUED!
Although I have no way to confirm this directly through Kenner, I have confirmed it several other ways, see below:
CONFIRMATIONS:
1. PER WALMART – Toys Manager here in Lima, Ohio, reports that the 2nd wave was on their ordering lists, but that Walmart ordered NONE, do to poor sales of the first wave. First wave now clearanced at .99 in all Walmart’s around here. Manager states 2nd wave no longer appears on ordering list.
2. PER TOYS R US – First wave clearanced 1.99. 2nd wave has SKU # in computer, but states 0 in warehouse and DISCONTINUED.
3. PER RITE AID – Acc Sets not on ordering list, period, anymore.
4. AMAZON.COM – Received response to inquiry I emailed, stating that there would be no more Accessory Sets, they are DISCONTINUED.
5. BIG-E.COM – Received reponse to email and via telephone stating that they are sold out of the new 2nd wave accessory sets. I then called and inquired about backordering (like I did the Watto Box Seat CS). When the employee tried to do so, the computer would not allow it. After several days of trying to find out, employee told me he had contacted their warehouse and that these items had been discontinued, and that BigE was not able to order any more of them.”
Pretty conclusive evidence. Keep a look out for the second wave of accessory packs…I know that these haven’t been around at all in Glasgow, or anywhere I know of in Britain, so these seem quite hard to find – to me anyway 🙂
Dan Emmons sent in a copy of the e-mail he received about the Skiff Guards from Amazon.com. It’s a bit long to post, but the basic idea is that it will not be in stock in the “forseeable future”.
UPDATE: Mike wrote in to say that he received similar e-mails concerning Adi Gallia and the Jabba the Hutt beast pack. As Mike states, I doubt that Hasbro would discontinue these items, because there is certainly still demand for them. Maybe the Skiff Guards and Rebel Pilots aren’t dead yet?
Armored Scout Tank at eToys
posted by Tarpals @ 2:00 pm (1/6)
eToys have the new Battle Droid and Armored Scout Tank in stock now, priceed at $9.99. Thanks to Athin Syrd for the info.
New Fambaa Pics
posted by Tarpals @ 2:00 pm (1/6)
Here are a couple of new pics of the Fambaa, for those who don’t have it yet. This image is a close-up of the photo of the upcoming Ammo Wagon with Falumpaset, and this image is a size comparison of the Fambaa with the Kaadu. Thanks to George Collazo for the pics!
Skiff Variations
posted by Gonk @ 12:35 pm (1/6)
It seems that the upcoming Skiff w Luke (Jedi) figure will have a variation. Hasbro plans on releasing a skiff that is “sandy” along with the clean version that has been pictured on the web already. No information on when the “sandy” version will be released is available at this time. Thanks to Mr Anonymous for the info.
Lego prices
posted by Tarpals @ 6:15 am (1/6)
Amanin69 sent in these prices from K’s Merchandise for upcoming Lego sets:
Armored Assault Tank (AAT) – $19.97
Multi Troop Transport (MTT) – $47.97
TIE Interceptor – $96.97
Millenium Falcon – $96.97
I just hope these items are big and cool enough to make up for these prices.
Mos Espa Update
posted by Tarpals @ 6:15 am (1/6)
Chris Yuhas sent in the following prices from Mos Espa:
4 set of Battle Droids $19.99
Fan Club Four $12.99 a pair
Slave 1 Lego $15.99
B-Wing and Rebel Center Lego $30.00
A-Wing fighter Lego $15.00
Naboo Royal Guard $8.95
If you’re still after the new Lego or Naboo Royal Guard, now’s your chance.
Mos Espa Update
posted by Tarpals @ 6:15 am (1/6)
Chris Yuhas sent in the following prices from Mos Espa:
4 set of Battle Droids $19.99
Fan Club Four $12.99 a pair
Slave 1 Lego $15.99
B-Wing and Rebel Center Lego $30.00
A-Wing fighter Lego $15.00
Naboo Royal Guard $8.95
one last Target sales post
posted by Tarpals @ 6:15 am (1/6)
Ok, this is the last post with Target sales prices. If you find anything else, please send it in to Store Reports.
Mos Espa Podrace – $22.44
Sith Infiltrator – $7.44
Gungan Sub – $11.54
Y-wing and TIE Fighter – $29.90
Droid fighter – $1.34
Mindstorms R2-D2 – $59.90
Thanks to both JMcallaste and James K. Rossiter for that info.
UPDATE: Lee H picked up the AST with Battle Droid for $2.50, and the Technic Destroyer Droid for $12.50 today at his Target, because the checkout operator had some idea that all SW items were 75% off! Lucky Lee – either that, or target will be reducing items further.
Amazon Drop Skiff Guards
posted by Tarpals @ 6:15 am (1/6)
maul25 wrote in to say that he received a reply to a query he sent to Amazon asking when the Skiff Guards set would be back in stock. Amazon’s reply was that it will not be back in the distant future.
TC-14 12″
posted by hfsolo @ 11:55 pm (1/5)
Here is another Yakface first look for you. Click here to see the TC-14 12″ figure Boxed. Thanks to Tom R for the scan. Please do not use this scan as it was sent to us, and I do not have permission to give it out.
Mos Espa Update
posted by Tarpals @ 6:15 am (1/6)
Chris Yuhas sent in the following prices from Mos Espa:
4 set of Battle Droids $19.99
Fan Club Four $12.99 a pair
Slave 1 Lego $15.99
B-Wing and Rebel Center Lego $30.00
A-Wing fighter Lego $15.00
Naboo Royal Guard $8.95
If you’re still after the new Lego or Naboo Royal Guard, now’s your chance.
Mos Espa Update
posted by Tarpals @ 6:15 am (1/6)
Chris Yuhas sent in the following prices from Mos Espa:
4 set of Battle Droids $19.99
Fan Club Four $12.99 a pair
Slave 1 Lego $15.99
B-Wing and Rebel Center Lego $30.00
A-Wing fighter Lego $15.00
Naboo Royal Guard $8.95
one last Target sales post
posted by Tarpals @ 6:15 am (1/6)
Ok, this is the last post with Target sales prices. If you find anything else, please send it in to Store Reports.
Mos Espa Podrace – $22.44
Sith Infiltrator – $7.44
Gungan Sub – $11.54
Y-wing and TIE Fighter – $29.90
Droid fighter – $1.34
Mindstorms R2-D2 – $59.90
Thanks to both JMcallaste and James K. Rossiter for that info.
UPDATE: Lee H picked up the AST with Battle Droid for $2.50, and the Technic Destroyer Droid for $12.50 today at his Target, because the checkout operator had some idea that all SW items were 75% off! Lucky Lee – either that, or target will be reducing items further.
Amazon Drop Skiff Guards
posted by Tarpals @ 6:15 am (1/6)
maul25 wrote in to say that he received a reply to a query he sent to Amazon asking when the Skiff Guards set would be back in stock. Amazon’s reply was that it will not be back in the distant future.
TC-14 12″
posted by hfsolo @ 11:55 pm (1/5)
Here is another Yakface first look for you. Click here to see the TC-14 12″ figure Boxed. Thanks to Tom R for the scan. Please do not use this scan as it was sent to us, and I do not have permission to give it out.
Store Reports Updated – January 5th
posted by Boba Faid @ 8:55 pm (1/5)
Store Reports has again been updated today, for even more reading. More please .
Wuher is a Fan Club Exclusive!
posted by Tarpals @ 6:45 pm (1/5)
The upcoming Classic Wuher figure is a Fan Club exclusive (despite earlier rumors of a store release). He will be available to order in February this year. He will be carded with a Commtech Chip, as normal, rather than in an Oola-style box. Thanks go to Dan Madsen for this info!
Rebel Pilots and Jabba’s Guard in stock
posted by Tarpals @ 6:55 pm (1/5)
DNS Toys have the Jabba’s Guards and Rebel Pilots cinema scenes, for $24.99 each. Shipping is around $5. Thanks to Chris for the news.
12″ TC-14 to come this year
posted by Tarpals @ 3:10 pm (1/5)
Matt picked up the new issue of Lee’s Action Figure News and Toy Review magazine today, and he says that there was a picture of a boxed 12″ TC-14 inside. He mentions it looks like a simple repaint of the C-3PO figure, but it speaks 5 phrases and comes with the serving tray and cup. If anyone can send in a scan of this it would be appreciated.
Another 12″ Chewbacca Variation?
posted by Tarpals @ 3:10 pm (1/5)
John Phillips writes: “I’ve recently noticed a variation to the new 12″ Chewbacca’s ammo strap relating to how it attaches to his side pouch at the pouches top. The ammo straps are attached to the pouch either on the front of the pouch or to the rear of the pouch. In both cases the straps are attached to the top of the pouch – with the straps attached in front you can see the v-shaped bases of the straps, and with the straps attached to the backside of the pouch these bases are obscured and instead you see his ammo clips. As for date stamps I’ve seen the straps in the front with date stamps of 254 and 305, and with the straps in the rear 270 and 305; so my guess is that this accessory might be made on two different lines and/or factories.”
Target Sale – More Info
posted by Tarpals @ 3:10 pm (1/5)
This list of price reductions was sent in by Joshua D:
Gungan Catapult & Flash Cannon – $1.94
Jabba Glob – $2.44
Clash of the Lightsabers Card Game – $2.74
Interactive Banks – $8
R2-D2 Carryall Playset – $6.24
Thanks also go to “e” who mentioned the new price for the R2-D2 carry case, and he also said that when Target mark down an item, their final, lowest price always ends in a 4. This certainly works for all items I can think of that’ve been on sale recently, apart from the Interactive Banks. Will they get even cheaper? Who knows.
Ross Jarvis sent in a bit of extra info. He says an employee once told him “If it ends in 4, its next stop is out the door”! So it seems the little tip posted earlier is true. Also, Ross found the Naboo LAser Tag game for only $13.74 down from $59.99. Good deal – and its next stop is out the door, so hurry 🙂
UPDATE: Timstar29 found Battle Droid Blaster Rifles for $2.44 at his local Target, and also he found Lego items on clearance, but didn’t remember prices.
Jerome Blake to attend Plano Convention
posted by Tarpals @ 3:10 pm (1/5)
I just recevied a message from Ben Stevens, from SciFiExpo.com to say that, as a late announcement, Jerome Blake, who plays Rune Haako, Mas Amedda, Oppo Rancisis and MORE characters in Episode One, will be attending the Plano Expo THIS Sunday 9th. Also attending this show, is Benedict Taylor, who played Bravo 2 in The Phantom Menace. Stop by their site for more details on this show!
Ep I on video officially announced
posted by Gonk @ 12:30 pm (1/5)
The Official Site has finally announced the release date of Episode I on video, which is April 4th. On the page are pics of the video cover and details about the normal and widescreen version.
EE News Feed
posted by Gonk @ 12:30 pm (1/5)
The newest vehicle from Hasbro’s Episode I toy line is now shipping. This item, formerly called the Laser Pod with Battle Droid, has been renamed and is now shipping as the Armored Scout Tank w/Battle Droid (Item #84205A, $11.99). We had a very limited supply in stock, which sold out immediately. More units should arrive in a few weeks. Reserve yours today at Entertainment Earth.
Darth Vader with Interrogation Droid for $4.99
posted by Tarpals @ 9:20 am (1/5)
EB World has the Commtech Darth Vader figure on sale now for $4.99! Thanks to Gregg for the news.
Naboo Fighter Skittles Dispenser Reduced
posted by Tarpals @ 9:20 am (1/5)
Target has the Skittles Naboo Fighter dispenser – which really is pretty cool – at 75% off. Now down to $3.24, you have no excuse not to get one! Thanks to Bob Carlton for the info.
Phantom Menace Toys sale!
posted by Tarpals @ 9:20 am (1/5)
Phantommenacetoys.com News:
Collection 1 Episode I Action Figures are on sale for $3.99 each. Sale lasts through Thursday Jan 6.
Choose from:
Darth Maul (Duel), Jar Jar, Obi-Wan (Duel), Qui-Gon (Duel), Battle Droids (all 4 variations), Amidala (Naboo), Qui-Gon (Naboo), or Anakin (Tatooine).
NO LIMITS!!!
Received last week (late) – Episode I Plush Buddies – 6 to choose from.
Store Reports and Rumor Mill Updated – January 4th
posted by Boba Faid @ 7:20 pm (1/4)
Store Reports and Rumor Mill have both been updated today, for some long reading. Keep them coming!
Special Request
posted by Boba Faid @ 7:20 pm (1/4)
Eric has a special request for all you Americans, so go check it out HERE
Anakin Naboo Carded
posted by Boba Faid @ 7:20 pm (1/4)
Frank from Quebec sent in this great scan of the newly released Anakin Naboo. So far they’ve only been sighted in Quebec, plus an inconclusive report from Ontario. Hopefully they won’t be like Vader with Removable Helmet: only a few cases in Montreal and Toronto and that’s it…
Amazon Prices Back Up!
posted by Tarpals @ 7:00 pm (1/4)
Mike wrote in about the recent Amazon deals: “I saw on Rebelscum.com that the Amazon deals had stopped. I used the links that you posted to get back to the figures and see what the deal was. Seems that all the items are still in stock at Amazon, but have gone back up to full price. I ordered Qui-Gon Jinn (Naboo) for $1.75, now he’s $6.99 again.” Pretty wierd if you ask me. I’d have thought that the point of reducing items is to clear them… Ah well. If you’ve not bought yet – you’re too late!
Target and Walgreens Price Markdowns
posted by Tarpals @ 1:00 pm (1/4)
Joel found the Gungan Catapult and Flash Cannon accessory sets for $4 each, plus the Lego Droid Fighter for $3.50 at a Target store in Baltimore. JD Dolan found the R2-DF2 Carry Case for $14.90, and the interactive banks for $20/21, also at Target.
JD Dolan found the Jabba Glob toy for $5 and the Commtech Reader for $11 at Walgreens, and Matt Hedgecock got the Opee and Kaadu for $10 each at Walgreens in Tampa, Florida. Matt’s Walgreens store had 50% off all Star Wars items!
UPDATE: Target in New Albany, Indiana, has the interactive banks for $8, and the Sith Probe Droid game for $9! Thanks to Travis for the news.
EE News Feed
posted by Gonk @ 11:10 am (1/4)
Hope you had a wonderful New Year! Now that the world is still here, we are proud once again to stock a product from the last century…SW Fig. Asst. Coll. 1 Wave 8 (Item #69570H, $119.99). This set of Freeze Frame action figures contains 2x Princess Leia Organa as Jabba’s Prisoner, 2x Lando Calrissian in General’s Gear, 2x Princess Leia in Ewok Celebration Gear, 2x Endor Rebel Soldier, 1x Han Solo in Carbonite Block, 1x Ben Kenobi, 1x Lando as Skiff Guard, 1x Luke Stormtrooper Disguise, 1x Bespin Han Solo, 1x Han Solo in Endor Gear, and 2x Luke Skywalker in Bespin Gear with removable hand. Very limited supply available. Order now at Entertainment Earth!
R2-D2s shipping
posted by Tarpals @ 3:15 pm (1/3)
I just got an e-mail from Action Ace to say that my order of R2-D2 with hologram Leia, TC-14, and 2 R2-B1s shipped on 30th December. That’s pretty good considering that I just found out I was getting TC-14s and R2-B1s in place of R2-D2s that same day at 3pm PST.
UPDATE: ActionAce are having technical troubles on their site. If your order status is still unprocessed, give them a call to make sure it’s not been shipped. If you want to know, of course 🙂
Australian news site
posted by Tarpals @ 1:55 pm (1/3)
Pete from The Public Universe has set up a news page for citizens of Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and other countries. You can check it out at http://216.35.120.23/Indices/91702.html.
Pete also sent in a reminder about the Price Petition. Don’t forget that all over the world, and even in some parts of America, figures are very hard to find, some don’t get distributed, and prices are incredibly high (here in Britain where I live, retail price is more than $12 – for tri-stinking-logos!). Please sign his petition, if you haven’t already, by visiting his page at http://server.com/WebApps/byo.cgi?id=19334.
Vintage Collection for sale
posted by Tarpals @ 1:00 pm (1/3)
My friend Noor Razzak is selling his vintage collection over on eBay. It is item number 229632177, and Noor is offering free shipping anywhere in the world if his reserve price is met.
Fake Prototype Info Page
posted by Tarpals @ 1:00 pm (1/3)
If you are, like me, into collecting the rarest Star Wars variations – prototype figures – you may be aware of a recent attack of fake figures hitting eBay, and other places. My friend Allen Hayden has updated his page with information about these so that you don’t get caught out. You can get to his page HERE. The situation with these fakes it getting quite serious – I have a couple of them myself – so make sure you read the page if you do buy these items.
Brian’s Toys Newsletter #19
posted by Tarpals @ 8:20 pm (1/2)
Click here to read the Brian’s Toys Newsletter #19. This issue’s special offer is a Greedo on the green card for $4. Read the newsletter for more great deals!
12″ Padmé Box Scans
posted by Tarpals @ 9:30 am (1/2)
The Episode One Toyguide has been updated. I’ve added boxed back and front scans of the 12″ Queen Amidala Colecltion “Beautiful Braids Padmé”, plus insert tray and head close-up images, thanks to Jon. Head over to the Toyguide to check them out.
Factory Sample figures at ToyManiacs
posted by Tarpals @ 9:30 am (1/2)
AzNike877 wrote in to say that Toy Maniacs have listed on their site, 2 factory sample figures. The new Episode One Tusken Raider, and Mas Amedda. Mas is already out of stock (if he was ever in stock) but the Tusken Raider is there now. These are loose figures, and from experience these are usually the same as the final production figures, although there are sometimes color variations in the paintwork. Priced at $19.99, this isn’t bad if you’re desperate for the new Tusken Raider now and you’re opening it anyway. Figure has his rifle, but no Commtech chip. This figure should be released with the new chip design in March. If you go to the site, these are listed in the “Loose Figures” section of their Star Wars category. The site also has the soft goods wave in stock for $11.99 each, including Darth Maul.
UPDATE: Typical. Just when I go to get a Tusken Raider…sold out.
Fantom Meanies at ActionAce
posted by Tarpals @ 9:30 am (1/2)
Mark Jeter wrote in to say that ActionAce have the E1 Fantom Meanie Babies set of 6 in stock now for the special price of $14.99, down from $49.95. These are apparently limited to 25,000 sets produced.
Target Lego Markdown
posted by Tarpals @ 9:30 am (1/2)
Target have marked down the price of the Mos Espa Podrace LEGO set – down to $54.00.
Stormtrooper Armor For Sale
posted by Tarpals @ 9:30 am (1/2)
Mike is selling off a set of full size Stormtrooper armor over on eBay. Item number 228995565.
M & M Collectibles Newsfeed
posted by Tarpals @ 7:30 pm (1/1)
Thanks to all of you for a GREAT 1999!
As a thank you for the good year, we’re having a sale to end the year….This is good for Yakface readers only, and until January 1st ONLY!!
20% OFF ANY PURCHASE!!
The only thing that is not included in this sale are normal sized Star Wars Action Figures…Everything else IS included.
Thanks again and hope you had a happy and safe New Year!
M & M Collectibles
12″ Sale at TRU
posted by Tarpals @ 11:00 am (1/1)
Kris wrote in to say that TRU stores have a sale on all 6 12″ Episode One figures – down to £9.99 each. That’s Darth Maul, Qui-Gon Jinn, Jar Jar Binks, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Battle Droid and Watto. I picked up a Darth Maul in the US box for this price, but they had both US and Euro boxes for most figures. I saw Euro boxed Battle Droid, Watto and Obi-Wan, which was the first time I’d seen them. Most TRUs have a large stock of them, but if you want a Darth Maul I suggest you try to get there this week.