KBkids.com has the Power FX X-Wing for a low low low price of only $12.99! If you passed on this when it was $25 at TRU, now is your chance!

Thanks to Chris @ Rebelscum.com for pointing this out!

Marmit TIE Fighter Pilot
August 31, 2000 | 4:14 PM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

Pre-orders @ Entertainment Earth: The latest officially licensed Star Wars Classic item from Japan’s Marmit is scheduled to arrive soon. The Marmit 12in. TIE Fighter Pilot is an action figure kit that features fantastic detail, armor and accessories. Pre-order this very limited Japanese exclusive today!

News From Hasbro
August 30, 2000 | 2:44 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post

Here is some news on the release date for the Bespin Luke with CD, and the Lightsaber with color change saber.

I spoke with Andy and he has graciously given us this info to share. Please remember that these are not definate dates, however they are pretty close.

Luke Bespin CD/ROM is planned for 8/2001
Lightsaber is planned for 2002, closer to the release of Ep2.

Bye Bye Brian
August 30, 2000 | 2:24 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post

Sorry to see you leave. The people that have been here since Josh Poley ran the site have known of Brian. Heck I remember his original site before he came to yakface. That was one of the reasons I started a website. It was fun and we will miss you. Good luck in your future. Sincerely, The YAK STAFF!

Update (Greg): C ya dude!!! 
Update (Dustin): Peace, Love & Whales……

Carded Qui-Gon (Mos Espa)
August 30, 2000 | 1:39 PM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

Click here for a carded Hasbro image of the Mos Espa POTJ Qui-Gon figure – they’ve updated their product index with this and other previously seen POTJ figures. Thanks to JD for the tip!

Clubs updated
August 30, 2000 | 12:42 PM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

Added a new club, based in Kansas City MO, to the Clubs page. Also addedSandtroopers.com & Coruscant Toys to the Links page.

New UK Website
August 30, 2000 | 12:40 PM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

A notice of a new site for UK readers: “I am trying to make a list of Star Wars Fans in the UK and have a little on what star wars means to them. The idea is so that fans can arrange meetings, trades, and general chats about the greatest films to ever be made and just so that we can prove to our loved ones that we are not mad and that there are others like us!! Whether you collect figures, read the books, play the games or just simply love to watch the films, please let everyone know who you are and where you are from.”

Check out Rob Colwell’s site @ ukstarwarsfans.co.uk!

FIA.com for sale
August 30, 2000 | 12:38 PM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

As you will have read in another recent news post, former Star Wars news site and online store figuresinaction.com is for sale. It has been put up for auction over oneBay – item #423680597. Only for serious buyers.

GOODBYE
August 30, 2000 | 12:28 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post

Well this has been something I’ve been thinking about for awhile but now is the time to do it. As of now I am officially retired from Yakface. I’m afraid I’m too busy and distracted with other things going on in my life to put my full effort into this anymore. I’ve had a lot of fun over the years doing this considering I’ve been wokring at Yakface since its beginning all those many years ago.

I’m not sure what I will miss since it’s been so long since I wasn’t working on this webpage. So goodbye everyone. I’ve made some good friends over the years and had a lot of fun doing this but it’s time to go. If for some reason you need to reach me you can e-mail me here. Bye.

EE News Feed
August 29, 2000 | 9:59 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post

Excellent news! Entertainment Earth’s first shipment of SW 2000 Collection 2 (Wave 2) (Item #84455A, $89.99) arrived minutes ago, along with the Mega Action Figure: Darth Maul (Item #84529, $11.99).

IMPORTANT NOTE: The first people who placed pre-orders for SW 2000 Collection 2 (Wave 2) months ago will be filled first. As more units arrive, more orders will be filled. We expect continuous shipments over the next few weeks.

All orders for Mega Action Figure: Darth Maul placed through yesterday will be filled immediately only at Entertainment Earth.

New on location 
August 29, 2000 | 8:40 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

On location prt. 5 has been posted tonight. Ahmed Best interviews second assistant director Paul Sullivan. Stop by StarWars.com and see it for yourself!

Dewback Sandtrooper Vs. Marmit Sandtrooper
August 29, 2000 | 8:31 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

Rebelscum.com has posted a nice comparision picture of the 12″ Sandtrooper that comes with the Dewback and the Marmit Sandtrooper. The Marmit is SOOOOO much nicer! Stop by to check it out for yourself.

Official word from Lucasflim on trilogy coming this fall
August 29, 2000 | 6:18 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

“The limited time release will be available in both Pan and Scan and Widescreen. It features an exclusive, ten-minute sneak peak of the next installment in the Star Wars saga, Episode II.”

For more of this story visit StarWars.com!

Duros prototype up at Hasbro website
August 29, 2000 | 6:14 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

Click here to see the prototype of Duros and read some news on the Target 12″ Speeder Bike Exclusive.

Kmart news
August 29, 2000 | 6:08 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

Dan reports:

“ Hi I work as a Hardlines Manager for K-Mart. As you may know they just relayed out the toy dept getting ready for Christmas. Just got an e-mail from corp that new Star Wars figures are arriving in store Sept. 5th and Sept. 10th. Just thought you’d like to know. Thanks.”

Thanks Dan!

12″ loose Dewback review
August 29, 2000 | 6:03 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

Ivan Machado sent us this nice review……

Ok guys since I am probably one of the few people that actually opened it here is a review of the 12 inch dewback with sandtrooper. Let me start by saying that I love the toy it is massive fully extended it is just shy of 3 feet long. It looks deceptively short because its tail is folded up in the box.

First the positives, It’s size is a big plus because it looks very
impressive on display. For those of you who keep it sealed the cellophane top with star wars emblazoned on it is nice because it allows light to shine in the box. The skin of the dewback is very nice and detailed with wrinkles throughout and a real skin feel similar to the rancor. The detail extends down to its toenails and eyes which look great, almost looks like it can move. The trooper is fully articulated and has very nice armor.

The negative, The trooper is quite simply too clean I am going to dirty up his costume a bit. This is just personal preference but I would have preferred and orange shoulder board since I like the contrast. The paint is rather finicky on the dewback. Not that we collectors play much with our toys but be warned that any slight scuff will result in the green coming off of the creature. Just as with the small version the trooper seems to have a hard time hanging on any amount of jostling and he will lean forward like a drunken cowboy. My final complaint is the tail it has some kind of flexible
rod inside of the plastic skin. Because of the lack of filler in the tail it comes out looking like a pencil in a sock. Also because the tail is folded up in the box the skin ends up with a few bends that are hard to get out.

Overall I consider the toy to be a wonderfull display piece. It is
definitely for the collector. It is not a toy that is very playable. Butit does look great on your shelf. I know you all think I am insane but I strongly suggest taking it out of the box. The box display does not do it justice. I have contacted hasbro about the paint problem and am now waiting for a reply.

Two new forums
August 29, 2000 | 6:00 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

The Star Wars Collectors Archive has opened up a new web forum as well as Chuck R. who has created Romba’s Tree House.

New Force Comics newsfeed
August 29, 2000 | 5:47 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

“We just secured more of the wave 28 POTF2 cases with the R2D2/Holo Leia (12 figures, 1 R2D2/Holo Leia, 3 Stormtroopers, 3 Vaders, 2 Han, 1 each Luke, Greedo, Jawa)…we are taking preorders/reserves for a 9/15 estimated delivery at $78 a case + $6 UPS insured, double boxed shipping. In that same shipment, we will receive more cinema scene sets of Watto’s Box/Tatooine Showdown for $37.99 a pair + shipping.”

Stop on over to http://www.newforcecomics.com if you are interested.

D&S Toys Newsfeed
August 29, 2000 | 6:32 AM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

We just got in the POTJ Mega Action Darth Maul 6″ Figure with Battle Action for $10.99!

We still have some of the Death Star Cinema Scene Ver.0000 (TRU version) $21.99 – Special Yak Face Price so mention that when ordering!http://www.dnstoys.com

Maul Vs Vader 2-Pack Review
August 28, 2000 | 10:50 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post

I am sorry to say this, but if I were to suggest what to spend your money on, I would say this is not it. For as many items that Hasbro has produced over the years that were excellent, this is not one of them. I would say the only thing that this 2-Pack is worth is the base, so you can take the Bespin Luke and the Vader and make a cool scene from Empire. Vader has a cloth neck cape, the waist cape is plastic. The helmet has a nice redish color tint to the eyes, other than that, he is a plain figure. This is a hodge podge of other mauls, an arm here, a leg here with a new snarl. For the price I would say forget it and buy something else. I would say hold off for Shmi, but, Hasbro has yet to confirm anything on her, other than to say she has not been cancelled. Too bad they give us junk like this rather than real figures that would sell.
**HERE IS AN UPDATE:
1. The Maul head is a new sculpt. Finally we get a 4″ Maul with a the
patented “Maul evil grin” previously sculpted on the 12″ and 6″ figures.
2. Maul is articulated with a swivel in then right elbow, like in Tatooine Maul. He also has ball & socket joints in the shoulders like the CT Stormtrooper.
3. The Vader is articulated in the left elbow like Maul and as such he can hold his lightsaber 2-handed in a way that doesn’t look lame, like the Classic 8 Vader.
4. Yes, Vader’s bottom cape is plastic, but it is molded with the codpiece and they sit atop his legs almost like in the movie. A vast improvement in sculpting technique that makes him look more realistic.
5. The Helmet on Vader is also larger and he is taller.
Thanks to Peter for the additions. I will say I am still very disappointed in this set.

Hasbro products delayed
August 28, 2000 | 8:31 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post

According to Rebelscum the Color Change Lightsaber has been delayed and might not be out until 2002 as part of the Ep II line. And the Bespin Luke w CD-ROM will not be out until 2001.

Toyzz.com newsfeed
August 28, 2000 | 6:11 AM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

If you reference coupon code yakfacespecial1 when placing your order, you will be eligible to receive the following specials this week at Toyzz.com . These low prices do not appear on their Web site, so remember to reference the special Yakface coupon on their order form.

Episode I MicroMachines Darth Maul/Theed Generator Inside Action Set – $7.99
Episode I “Soft Goods” 3-Pack – Darth Maul Sith Lord, Anakin Pilot, and Obi-Wan Kenobi Jedi Knight – All 3 MOC for $18.50
Episode I TC-14 + R2-B1 – Both droids MOC for $25.99
POTF Rebel Pilots Cinema Scene MIB – $11.99
POTF Rancor w/ Jedi Luke Deluxe Beast Pack $23.99
POTF Freeze Frame Ree-Yees and Death Star Trooper – Both for $24.99
POTF Electronic Vader’s Lightsaber – $16.99
POTF Complete Galaxy Tatooine Luke + Endor Ewok .00 – Both for $17.99
POTF 12″ Princess Leia in Chains – $15.99

Also, mention Yakface when placing your order of $50 or more and receive a POTF or Episode I figure absolutely free.

Collectors’ Clubs update
August 27, 2000 | 6:39 PM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

The Clubs page has been updated and a St Louis club has been added – if you live in the area and are interested, check out the clubs page for more.

Sith attack speeders & Skiff Guards $9.99 ea.
August 27, 2000 | 6:06 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

Tired of confusing websites that are not user friendly? Check outhttp://www.planetactionfigure.com. We keep it simple and fun to shop online! 12″ Mace Windu, Qui-Gon Jinn, Battle Droid Commander Sets $69.99, Sith Attack Speeders w/Darth Maul $9.99, Ammo Wagons $17.99, Jabba The Hutt w/2 Headed Announcer/Opee with Qui Gon Jinn Beast Sets $30.99, Jabba’s Skiff Guards $9.99, Maul Vs. Kenobi 2Packs $13.99 & More! Now taking presell orders for all the hot, new upcoming releases.

Walmart figs ringing up at $6.19
August 27, 2000 | 6:04 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

Matt Kregor reports:

“My local walmart had about 16 pegs for POTJ collection 1 and 2 figures priced at $6.19 each.”

Perhaps this will be the official Walmart price after all? It’s not a $1 drop but it’s better than what we’ve been seeeing!

New Marmit Fett Pics
August 27, 2000 | 9:56 AM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post

Click here to see some new pics of the upcoming Marmit Boba Fett. Thanks to Jeff for the news.

Weekly winner…….
August 26, 2000 | 11:42 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

Glenn P. Winkler of Auburn, AL won the free Ammo Wagon set from Toyzz.com. Next weeks drawing is for Cloth Maul, Cloth Obi Wan, & Anakin Pilot! Enter Today!

Banzaitoys.com has Eopies…..
August 26, 2000 | 10:08 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

Banzaitoys.com, located in Tokyo, Japan has the Eopie for those willing to go the distance so to speak 🙂 Stop by their site to check it out!

TOY HUNT: The Online Comic Adventure!
August 26, 2000 | 10:01 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

Toy Hunt the online toy humor comic presents… Episode 3: Return Of The Toy! The final chapter in the quest for R2 w/holo Leia. You’ll find out the truth behind the scarcity of this toy, the real story behind Anakins turn to the dark side… and a revelation about Vaders true identity guaranteed to shock! All this and more in true Toy Hunt style!

TOY HUNT: The Online Comic Adventure! http://toyhunt.cjb.net

Toyzz.com has TC-14 plus…..
August 26, 2000 | 8:16 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

We just got TC-14, R2-B1, and the Battle Damaged Destroyer Droid back in stock! Also, we are giving away a free POTF Rebel Pilots Cinema Scene this week! Stop by today at http://www.toyzz.com

Brian’s Toys newsletter
August 26, 2000 | 7:20 PM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

Click here to read the latest issue of Brian’s Toys newsletter. Brian’s Toys have redone their website, making it faster and easier to use. As a bonus to mark the new site, they are doing free domestic shipping on all orders of $20 or more, and a free gift with every order over $20! Check their site out at brianstoys.com, and enter for their latest giveaway – a Target exclusive Y-Wing Fighter!

In other giveaways, Sandtroopers.com are holding a draw for an Invasion Force Gungan Scout Sub – head over there to enter your name!

Entertainment Earth newsfeed
August 26, 2000 | 10:45 AM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

Watto is #2

Rated #2 on the Top 10 Hottest Action Figures listed in ToyFare Magazine #38 is Watto’s Box – sold with Tatooine Showdown 2-Pack (Item #84115C, $49.99). We have this set in stock now. Each shipment sells out quickly. Order now @Entertainment Earth!

More on color change lightsaber
August 26, 2000 | 10:45 AM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

Kevin wrote in to say that his local Wal Mart have shelf tags up for the color change lightsaber, priced at $19.99. It could be that this item will be released sooner than expected.

Ray Park auction
August 26, 2000 | 9:14 AM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

Not 5000 made, not even 500….

The Sci-Fi Expo has created a serious Maul collectible for the serious
Maul fan! Only 5 cement Ray Park hand impressions were cast, and now #1 of 5 is available on ebay. For details, follow this link , and do a search for item #420002326

We hope to continue the tradition at the next Sci-Fi Expo with Dave
Prowse and others. Thanks for your continued patronage and support of
the Sci-Fi Expo through the years. Next year is going to be a fun ride!

EE News Feed
August 25, 2000 | 11:01 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post

Rated #2 on the Top 10 Hottest Action Figures listed in ToyFare Magazine #38 is Watto’s Box – sold with Tatooine Showdown 2-Pack (Item #84115C, $49.99). We have this set in stock now. Each shipment sells out quickly. Order now atEntertainment Earth.

Marmit TIE Fighter Pilot
August 25, 2000 | 8:01 PM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

Banzai Toys have the Marmit TIE Fighter Pilot! They posted boxed front and back pictures which you can see below:
Box Front | Box Back

Hasbro color change lightsaber
August 25, 2000 | 7:32 PM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

The Hasbro color change ligthsaber is to be released in Japan (by distributors TOMY) in October, and so will probably appear in the USA very soon after. This lightsaber has the Mace Windu hilt, and comes with a series of colored filters to make the blade change color.

Massive Speeder Bike shipment
August 25, 2000 | 7:30 PM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

Bob Shmeldom wrote in to say that his Target store on the east coast has received a big delivery of 12″ Speeder Bikes in preparation for the September advert we mentioned a couple of days back. They have received a total of 23 cases in the last 2 days, making 46 individual Bikes. That’s sure to be plenty to go around that one store. If things are similar elsewhere, there’ll be no trouble finding this item soon!

Oola and Salacious Crumb retiring
August 25, 2000 | 12:14 PM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

This from the Star Wars Fan Club: “Oola and Salacious are retiring! This exclusive Fan Club 2 Pack will no longer be available after this inventory is gone. Oola comes with cloth leggings and chain accessories. The pair comes in a four color window box that is great for display, so be sure to buy a couple for your collection and couple to play with. You have to hurry, since quantities are limited.”
To place your order, call the Fan Club on 1-800-TRUE-FAN or order online @Mosespa.com!

Interactive Yoda online
August 25, 2000 | 12:12 PM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

Target.com have the Interactive Yoda in stock for $34.99. They also have the LEGO Sith Infiltrator set for just $7. Head over if you need either of these items. Thanks to Giancarlo for the info!

Homing Beacon # 17
August 25, 2000 | 5:32 AM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

Homing Beacon # 17 hit mail boxes today. Not a subscriber? View the newsletterhere.

August archives missing
August 24, 2000 | 10:04 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

With the recent re-tooling of the news script we lost part of August’s news archives. We apologize for the inconvenience. Thanks to all who wrote in to make us aware of the situation.

George Lucas select image #7
August 24, 2000 | 10:02 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

StarWars.com has posted select image # 7. Due to complaints from individuals about posting the images here in our main news section & whether they are spoilers or not we have decided to take a ” no spoiler” stance.

Seriously though, if you don’t want spoilers, you need to log off the internet for the next 21 months because sooner or later you will run in to them. I say bring ’em on! I can’t get enough!

Rebelscum.com has Q&A with Galoob
August 24, 2000 | 6:05 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post

Mark from Rebelscum.com posted a pretty long and revealing Q&A with Galoob today. Sadly there will be no more Galoob product until EP2!

“Q: The number one question on Galoob collectors’ minds now has to be if the reports out of Gen Con are true. Will Galoob be taking a break from Star Wars toys until Episode II?

A: Regrettably, this is true. There will be no further Micro Machine or Action Fleet items before EP II. The Galoob Star Wars team is now part of Hasbro Star Wars, and we will be working closely with the Cincinnati-based Group on 2001 product, based on the existing four movies.”

Visit Rebelscum.com for the entire Q&A session!

Marmit TIE fighter pilot out now!
August 24, 2000 | 5:57 PM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post

The Marmit TIE Fighter Pilot has been spotted on sale now in Japan. Watch for these to make their way elsewhere through dealers very shortly.

Dewbacks galore
August 24, 2000 | 5:56 PM EST | Dustin | Talk About This Post