Sandtrooper wave hits PA!
April 30, 2001 | 11:47 PM EST | John | Talk About This Post
It has just been drawn to my attention that Sandtrooper “Collection One” wave, (which also houses Qui-Gon Jedi Armor and Obi-Wan Cold Weather Gear in the same nifty case), has allegedly landed in the Scranton, PA area Wal-Mart. If there are any more sightings, drop me a line. It’s nice to know these are actually showing up on the east coast too.
Vader Vs. Fett at Hasbro.com
April 30, 2001 | 11:42 PM EST | John | Talk About This Post
Well, it seems that the choice is down to the final 2 over at Hasbro for the fave POTF2 Star Wars figure. The last figures standing are the Removable Helmet Vader, and none other than the original Mr.Fett himself. If you haven’t, hop on over and vote. Deadline for casting your vote is May 6th.
Return Of The Jedi
April 30, 2001 | 11:28 PM EST | John | Talk About This Post
Hello guys and gals! My name is John Kenobi, and I seem to the new “Jedi” on the block around Yakface.com. Although, I’m not new to the Star Wars net scene. A few years back I started and ran a little page called the “Star Wars Collector Circle” one or two people may actually remember this little endeavor. I will do my best to keep the high standard of news our visitors have come to expect, (especially the late news since I’m up all night and have nothing better to do…). If anyone would like to drop me a line to inform me of breaking news, or just to say hello, e-mail me atjohn@yakface.com. Thanks guys!
Clear the Pegs
April 30, 2001 | 11:05 PM EST | Bill | Talk About This Post
Artoosnews is reminding all collectors that this Friday, May 4, 2001, is “Clear the Pegs Day”. Go to your favorite figure store and do your part to help the peg warmers get good homes and free up space for the new waves.
Star Wars on the GameBoy Advance
April 30, 2001 | 9:07 PM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
While the gaming world is eagerly awaiting the domestic release of this new hardware, Nintendo has posted a quick preview and three screenshots of the upcoming Jedi Power Battles port from THQ. Check it out!
Leebo Petition
April 30, 2001 | 8:41 PM EST | Bill | Talk About This Post
The Docking Bay has a petition for Leebo. If you want to see him in plastic, be sure to sign up.
100th Luke In Canada Too
April 30, 2001 | 8:22 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Thanks to John for the following news.
“I was at Toys ‘R’ Us in Kitchener, Ontario on Saturday April 18 and found the 12″ Legacy assortment along with the 100th Luke.”
This is the first report I have read that mentions the 12″ 100th Luke has been found in Canada.
Q&A Monday Update
April 30, 2001 | 4:25 AM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
With Every Question For Justice has been updated yet again with new questions and answers for all your Jawa-induced hallucination needs. Check it out , or don’t.
Lightsaber Remote Control Instructions
April 30, 2001 | 4:23 AM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
Lost your Lightsaber TV Remote Control instructions, or just want a spare copy around just in case? Reader Doug was kind enough to point out that they’re available in PDF format if you just click here. Thanks, Doug!
And The Winner Is???
April 29, 2001 | 10:08 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Congrats to Kelly Robbins. Kelly is this weeks winner for the Ultarama Stand. If you have not entered yet, just click on the Ultarama Stand on the right side of the page and then submit your name. Thanks to Mort S for the awesome giveaway.
The Latest Bricks ‘n Bits Q&A
April 29, 2001 | 8:58 PM EST | Tim | Talk About This Post
The latest batch wonders where Droidekas and Wedge are in the LEGO scheme of things . . . click here to check it out.
More on Ep I Applause at TRU
April 29, 2001 | 4:27 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Here is a price breakdown on the Ep I Applause items that have begun showing up at TRU lately.
3″ Sets and 6″ for $2.97
8″ for $3.97
12″ for $7.97
Thanks to Dan the Stone Cold Man for the news.
12″ Bounty Hunters Hit Canada
April 29, 2001 | 4:22 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Thanks to Mark for the following news.
“I was in my local Toys R us in Belleville, ON and the have put out the 12″ Bounty Hunters for $34.99 CDN. They have lots of IG-88 and 4-LOM but only one of Bossk.”
This is the first I have heard of the 12″ hunters showing up in Canada.
Sandtrooper Wave Hitting West Coast So Far
April 29, 2001 | 12:57 PM EST | Brandon | Talk About This Post
The Sandtrooper Wave is beginning to make its way towards Target stores near you! Be on the look-out. Looks like the West Coast is getting these before the East Coast. So jump in the car and hurry out! Thanks to Greedo for the heads up.
Coming Soon To A Keyboard Near You!!
April 28, 2001 | 8:10 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
How about some excellent deals online? Looking to get a few good deals?? Well it may be happening sooner rather than later. It seems KB Toys has purchased the remaining stock from the ETOYS.com firesale. They will pay about 5.4 million for the inventory valued at near 40 million. They will be selling the inventory at the retail outlets as well as KBKids.com. Click here to read the entire story. Thanks to Jim for the heads up.
Lando wave at K-mart
April 28, 2001 | 6:12 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
The Lando wave is now showing up at K-marts across the U.S. Thanks to Mark and Brian for the following news.
More on Wal-mart Figure Cases
April 28, 2001 | 11:31 AM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Here is more information on the figure cases Adam reported on yesterday.
Thansk to Ryan for the following news:
“I’m a toy department manager at a Wal Mart. These display cases are made by Adkins collectibles who also make shells for hot wheels cars. We get paperwork every couple of months for items we would like to carry but are not obligated to have on the shelf ( due to space, customer preferences, etc). This is why you may see these display cases in some Wal Marts and not in others. We’ve been able to carry these for at least a year and a half that I can remember.”
Another Free Giveaway
April 27, 2001 | 5:21 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Pegwarmer.com is giving away a 12″ Sith Speeder w Maul this week.
Sandtrooper wave OUT!
April 27, 2001 | 12:39 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Collectstarwars is reporting the new Sandtrooper wave has been found at a Target in Las Vegas.
Q&A Friday Update
April 27, 2001 | 3:06 AM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
With Every Question For Justice, the oddly named Yakface Q&A Column, has been updated today with more sweet juicy goodness. Check it out, and feel free to send in your questions!
Figure Protectors At Wal-Mart
April 27, 2001 | 3:04 AM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
In an odd find this week, a few of the local Wal-Marts here in Arizona are beginning to stock packs of an off-brand “Star Case.” These are plastic clamshell cases that snap around carded Star Wars figures, or other figures with similarly sized cardbacks.
The packaging shows Battlestar Galactica figures being “protected”, but if you need something for your Power of the Jedi collection’s safety, try checking Wal-Mart.
Interview with Ultarama Creator
April 26, 2001 | 11:30 PM EST | Bill | Talk About This Post
Click Here to read my interview with Mort Simpson creator of the Ultarama. The Ultarama is possibly the best product available to display your loose figures. It has a buillt in peg system which incorporates figure stands into the display, and offers a number of backgrounds, including forest scenes, ice fields, space, and now space station interiors!!!
Looking For The Classic Trilogy Commtechs?
April 26, 2001 | 11:00 PM EST | Bill | Talk About This Post
The Jawa.com is giving away a set fo the classic Trilogy Commtechs (All 9 of them).
SW Bootleg Site
April 26, 2001 | 7:54 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
BootlegToys.com is a neat site which features tons of reviews and archives of bootleg toys. They have a huge SW area which is under the movie section.
Schedule for Disney Weekends
April 26, 2001 | 8:08 AM EST | Ben | Talk About This Post
There is now official word on the stars that will appear in the “Star Wars Legend Unmasked” event at the upcoming Star Wars Weekends at Disney MGM Studios. They are as follows:
May 4 – 6 Kenny Baker “R2-D2”
Doug Chiang “Lucasfilm Ltd. Design Director”
May 11 – 13 Carrie Fisher “Princess Leia”
Peter Mayhew “Chewbacca”
May 18 – 20 Jeremy Bullock “Boba Fett”
Warwick Davis “Wicket W. Warrick”
May 25 – 27 David Prowse “Darth Vader”
Phil Brown “Owen Lars”
Like last year there could be some appearance changes, but overall this is a great event to meet both the stars and fans from all over the world.
Corrected Marmit Fett
April 25, 2001 | 10:01 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Anime Collectibles has the corrected color Marmit Fett in stock.
Use the coupon code YAKFACE to receive a 10% discount
Lando Wave for UK Collectors
April 25, 2001 | 6:55 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Watto’s Junkyard Online currently has the new Lando wave in stock for £6.49 plus shipping. This is about equal to $9.35 in US dollars in case anyone is interested.
Sandtrooper Wave Showing up in Asia
April 25, 2001 | 5:24 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
The new Sandtrooper wave has begun showing up in Hong Kong it should be making its way to the US in the near future.
Q&A Wednesday
April 25, 2001 | 4:57 AM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
With Every Question For Justice has been updated with more of the low fat content you come here for. So check it outand send in some questions if you have the time.
New Ultarama Backdrops
April 25, 2001 | 12:25 AM EST | Bill | Talk About This Post
Ultarama (ultarama.com)will be revealing two new steps of backgrounds this Friday. Here are all of the new backgrounds.
Set 2.1
Set 2.2
Be sure to go by ultarama.com to order. Check back tomorrow for an interview with one of Ultarama’s creators!
NEW PICS and FIGURE NEWS!!
April 24, 2001 | 10:34 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Here are the first pic of Sabe and Kewtol carded from the Official SW Site. Below the pics is information on upcoming POTJ figures. You can read the rest of the article and see some smaller pics of Qui Gon, Obi Wan and Sandtrooper carded at the Official SW site
Sabe Front Carded
Ketwol Front Carded
Ellors Madak (Duros) – Should arrive later this summer
Ketwol – the cantina alien added in the Special Edition will come packed with his legs off, revealing his stilts
Han Solo (Death Star Escape) – a different take than has been done before
Darth Vader (Emperor’s Wrath) – special materials used for this figure will hauntingly recreate the eerie juxtaposition of Vader’s skull and helmet as the Emperor’s Force-Lightning sealed his physical demise
Y-Wing, Skiff, Wedge and Han Carbonite in Stock
April 24, 2001 | 6:40 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Entertainment Earth now has in stock the
Y-Wing Fighter (Item# 26459,$49.99)
Tatooine Skiff Vehicle (Item# 26458,$49.99)
12in. Han Solo in Carbonite (Item# NM57105,$29.99)
12in. Wedge & Biggs 2-Pack (Item# 57106,$19.99).
All are former exclusives! Very limited quantity available.
The Hasbro Final Four
April 24, 2001 | 6:27 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Well the Final Four has been determined by the ballots (no recounts please). The finalists are…..
Boba Fett Vs Zuckuss
and
Dad (Vader Removable Helmet) Vs Daughter (Slave Leia)
Head on over to the Official Hasbro Site to cast your vote.
Looking For Aurra??
April 24, 2001 | 6:23 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Amazon.com has the Aurra Sing : Dawn of the Bounty Hunters (Star Wars Masterpiece Edition) for $60.00 (20% off) and if you use the code MDMCAMZNALLL you will get $10 OFF ($50 min. purchase, expires 05/13). That will give you a total of $50 plus shipping. Not bad. Hope this helps.
Star Wars/Disney Weekends 2.0
April 24, 2001 | 7:53 AM EST | Ben | Talk About This Post
Check out the Star Wars goodies to be had in the Disney-MGM Studios this year… Check it out at the Official Site.
New Figs in Stock
April 23, 2001 | 7:57 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Toymaniacs currently has the Lando wave and Maul Sith Apprentice in stock.
Q&A: Monday
April 23, 2001 | 2:21 AM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
Greetings, all!
I’ve gotten hundreds of submissions for the contest to name Q&A, and it turned out to be quite difficult to pick just one. So I picked two.
The new full title of the column is “With Every Question For Justice: Adam’s Salacious Crumbs of Knowledge.”
Zac Bertschy sent in the first part, Brent McCracken sent the second. Both will be getting some sort of fabulous figure prizes, and you’ll be contacted soon!
Also, Q&A has been updated with more questions and answers, but we’re lagging on the questions. So if you’ve got a minute, please
M&M Newsfeed
April 23, 2001 | 2:17 AM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
M and M Collectibles has written in to say they’ve just received more of the IG-88 wave of Power of the Jedi figures in stock– this includes the bounty hunter droid as well as Plo Koon, K-3PO, and the Mon Calamari Colonel.
KBKids Has Luke
April 22, 2001 | 10:13 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
KBKids.com has the 12″ 100th Luke in stock now for $49.99 if you are still looking for him.
Starcontrux Has New Dioramas
April 22, 2001 | 7:44 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Head on over to http://www.starconstrux.de and check out the new dioramas he has posted up. We will be adding them here to the dioramas section very soon.
This Weeks Winner
April 22, 2001 | 7:42 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Congrats to Ivan Machado. Ivan is this weeks winner for the Ultarama Stand. If you have not entered yet, just click on the Ultarama Stand on the right side of the page and then submit your name. Thanks to Mort S for the awesome giveaway.
Free Lando Wave
April 22, 2001 | 9:00 AM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
What you want more free figures to win? Then stop over at the Power of the North Side a register to win a free set of the new Lando wave.
Win a Free R2-Q5
April 21, 2001 | 3:13 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
The Docking Bay is holding a drawing for a free R2-Q5 that ends on April 30th. Better hurry if you want a chance at winning.
New Figure Pre-Sell
April 21, 2001 | 2:33 PM EST | Brandon | Talk About This Post
Fellow Yak-er Jarrod chimes in to let you know that Kebcotoys.com is starting a pre-sell on this year’s upcoming star wars assortments. He does say that they are reliable and guarantee mint shipping. The pre-sell does require a 50% deposit. So if you feel interested take a look. Also please let us know if you have used them before so we can let all our readers know about them.
UPDATE: JJ passes on information that Kebco’s shipping is pretty slow and that he has yet to recieve figures from the Bespian Han Wave.
UPDATE: Ken, a Kebco Sales Rep, informs us that they have recieved about 200 or so open orders for the Bespian Han Wave and that they are waiting patiently for more cases to arrive, as they have ordered around 75 cases to fulfill all pre-sale orders. The problem, Ken says, is based on how many cases Hasbro plans to send Kebco each time (Kebco is only recieving around 4 cases at any given time). Kebco is in works to try and get more cases shipped so that pre-sales are fulfilled much quicker then in the past. So with that said it looks like it’s based on a first come, first serve basis.
UPDATE: Wow! You guys sure are keeping me busy with this post. Ha ha! Anyways looks like it is now a hit or miss with Kebco. Darrin has reported getting Aurra Sing Wave Figures from them well over a month in advance of hitting stores. Also Robert points out that they have wonderful customer service and he has recieved all his merchandise, purhaps a little delayed but, they do arrive in perfect condition. Mac also points out they are very reliable for international customers as he finds them the easiest and cheapest way to get figures. Also Kebco points out they will replace any item that is damaged and does not arrive mint even if it was during the shipping process that it was damaged. With that said looks like it varries from customer to customer. I have been talking with Kebco and they have been very friendly so I will definetly keep you updated!
Want a Prototype?
April 21, 2001 | 11:30 AM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Currently on ebay there are several prototypes on sale. Such as the new POTJ Lando (#581796596), Sae See Tinn (#581797136), and Maul Sith Apprentice (#581796136).
No Love for Jar Jar
April 21, 2001 | 10:47 AM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Reports of people finding the Lando wave keep pouring in however there is one thing that is also being reported and that is the instant peg warming status of the new Jar Jar figure. Poor Jar Jar, even being a new figure doesn’t make people want to buy him.
Need Pote
April 20, 2001 | 9:01 PM EST | Bill | Talk About This Post
If you still need Pote Snitkin you may be in luck, TheJawa.com is giving one away.
Pictures of New Figures
April 19, 2001 | 5:06 PM EST | Ben | Talk About This Post
Check out the new carded images of the following new figures in our toyguide:
Obi-Wan Kenobi (Cold Weather Gear)
Qui-Gon Jinn (Jedi Training Gear)
Sandtrooper (Tatooine Patrol)
Thanks to Maybang for the pictures!
300th Fett in stock
April 19, 2001 | 4:43 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Entertainment Earth has the new version of the 300th Boba Fett in stock. This variation now has the left panel in full color, rather than black and white. Order today! 300th SW Figure – Boba Fett (Item# 84566, $14.99)
Are YOU Looking For A Deal???
April 19, 2001 | 7:37 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Well here are some very good prices on toys at Target.com
Lego Technics Destroyer Droid $12.99 Reg $49.99
Naboo Electronic Fighter $5.00 Reg $19.99
Free Han Bespin
April 18, 2001 | 10:23 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Galaxy-Toys is currently running a free giveaway for a POTJ Han Bespin.
Star Wars Helmets In Stock
April 18, 2001 | 6:49 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
At Entertainment Earth
the Boba Fett Helmet (Item# DP82019, $34.99) and other helmets from DON POST are back in stock. Recent arrivals include Tusken Raider Mask (Item# DP82016, $34.99) Tie Fighter Pilot Helmet (Item# DP82025, $34.99)
and Stormtrooper Helmet (Item# DP82002, $39.99)
Q&A: Delay
April 18, 2001 | 5:35 AM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
I regret to inform you that due to circumstances beyond my control, Q&A will be delayed until later today or perhaps tomorrow along with the winner of the Q&A Naming Contest.
Real Scan Pics
April 17, 2001 | 7:44 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
CollectStarWars has posted a few pics of Real Scanned Ep II weapons. The pics are not of the toys but the items themselves. Cool stuff and worth checking out.
Looking For The Bounty??
April 17, 2001 | 7:34 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
KBKids.com has the 12″ Bounty Hunters in stock now. Here are the links to them. They are $24.99 each.
12″ Bossk
12″ 4-LOM
12″ IG-88
12″ Sith Lords 2-Pack $49.99
New Select Image
April 17, 2001 | 7:25 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
The Official Site has put up a new Episode II Select Image, so stop in and check it out.
Free Shipping on Ultaramas ends soon
April 16, 2001 | 10:18 PM EST | Bill | Talk About This Post
Ultarama’s free shipping will end at midnight tomorrow. Even if you are at the post office ’till midnight tonight, you have another 24 hours.
Jedi-Con 2001
April 16, 2001 | 3:20 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
For complete coverage with tons of images, check out Journal of the Whills!, Excellent images.
Q&A: Good Morning!
April 16, 2001 | 3:34 AM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
Nice of you to stop by.
The Still Untitled Q&A has been updated again, but in a piece of good news, a title will be decided on for Wednesday’s update.
Until then, feel free to send in your questions for the column, and if you’ve got a scoop, send in some news, too!
And now, the rest of the news.
Still Trying To Find Target’s Skiff And/Or Y-wing???
April 15, 2001 | 5:16 PM EST | Bill | Talk About This Post
Kevin writes that D & S Toys appear to have the Skiff and Y-Wing in stock for $38.00.
What are they?
April 15, 2001 | 3:39 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
At EbWorld.com in the Action Figures/Star Wars section there are two listings for new POTJ figures. One is for Collection 1 and the other is Collection 2. However, there is nothing that says what figure you receive when you order. Could it be something new like Lando or Aurra Sing or older figures like Obi-Wan? If you feel lucky you might want to place an order and if anyone has ordered and knows what you get please e-mail me.
UPDATE It appears that is completely random what figure you get however, they are newer figures like Aurra Sing and Maul Sith Apprentice. It is also possible to get some of older figures that are in these cases like Mas Amedda on a .04 card.
And The Winner Is?????
April 15, 2001 | 1:29 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Congrats to Warren Harold. Warren is this weeks winner for the Ultarama Stand. If you have not entered yet, just click on the Ultarama Stand on the right side of the page and then submit your name.
Happy Easter!!!
April 15, 2001 | 1:23 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
From the crew here at Yakface.com, we wish you all a Happy Easter. If you have any decorated eggs, please send them in. We will have a vote on them. The winner will get a free Ultarama Stand from the friendly makers of theUltarama Stands.
Attakus Pre-Order
April 14, 2001 | 11:34 AM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Entertainment Earth is now taking preordes for the Attakus SW statues. Click the link above to see the statues.
SW Survivor
April 14, 2001 | 9:26 AM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Here is an interesting site it is called SW Survivor. It combines the TV show Survivor with your favorite SW figures.
B-Wing Images
April 14, 2001 | 1:22 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
SSG has posted some images of the new B-Wing boxed and loose. The loose shots are of the B-Wing painted. These pictures are also at
CollectStarWars both are from the new issue of Lee’s.
Wuher Numbers Confirmed
April 13, 2001 | 7:38 PM EST | Bill | Talk About This Post
LILTU writes that the Boston TRU had 40 to 50 Wuhers in today. It looks like each TRU may in fact be getting 4 cases.
Fambaa Back In Stock
April 13, 2001 | 8:03 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Here is the link to order it.
Q&A Friday Update
April 13, 2001 | 12:19 AM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
Hello ladies and gents,
It’s time for Q&A yet again, so here’s 10 more questions, 10 more answers, and a whole bunch of stupid pop culture references. If you’ve got a minute, send in some more questions and we’ll update again on Monday.
More Lando wave reports
April 12, 2001 | 10:13 PM EST | Bill | Talk About This Post
Lucas writes that he just found the Lando wave at at the Wal-Mart in Excelsior Springs Missouri. With the Target sightings reported as well, it looks like these may be starting to hit in greater numbers
Wuher at TRU
April 12, 2001 | 7:49 PM EST | Bill | Talk About This Post
The Jawa is reporting that Hasbro is sending Toys R Us a total of 18,000 Wuher figures which works out to about 4 cases per store assuming all stores get an equal number.
Still looking for Saesee Tiin
April 12, 2001 | 7:25 PM EST | Bill | Talk About This Post
If you are having trouble finding this member of the Jedi Council,The Jawa is having a drawing for a free Saesee Tiin.
Lando at Target
April 12, 2001 | 5:02 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Target is now receiving the Lando wave as well. Thanks to everyone who wrote in with the news.
Free Shipping on Ultraramas
April 12, 2001 | 9:44 AM EST | Bill | Talk About This Post
This just in from Ultarama:
As April 15th approaches, we at Ultarama want to help collectors enjoy displaying their figures while keeping some extra cash in their pocket. “Action figure collecting is all about having fun, making new friends, and enjoying your hobby. So, we are doing our part by offering free shipping in the Continental U.S. on all orders placed from April 12th through April 17th!”
You can order on their website www.ultarama.com or by calling toll free at 1-888-269-4386.
How Rare is Rare?
April 11, 2001 | 9:26 PM EST | Robert | Talk About This Post
I just added an interesting item to the prototypes section. While not an action figure prototype it’s certainly worth a look. While licensed prototypes found in their early stages are difficult to obtain, finding an unlicensed prototype mock up item is truly amazing. Check out the mock up segment of the prototypes section to check out this unlicensed, unproduced mock up watch.
Bracket Update!
April 11, 2001 | 6:08 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
OK, on to round number two…..
On the Top Half of the bracket we have the following figures moving on.
On the Bottom Half of the bracket we have the following figures moving on.
Head on over to The Official Hasbro Site and vote for your favorites in round 2.
12″ Han Endor is Back
April 11, 2001 | 5:09 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
TRU is getting more than just Wuher in this latest shipment of older figures. They are also receiving cases of the 12″ Han Endor wave. Also, the Wuhers seem to be arriving in massive quantities with most stores getting between 30-40 figures per store.
Jedi Braid In Stock
April 11, 2001 | 5:08 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
We have a limited amount of the Australian exclusive Jedi Braid with Micro Machine Holographic Royal Starship and holo projector in stock for $15.99. Only at D&S Sci-fi Toy World.
Official Site Redone
April 11, 2001 | 4:58 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Starwars.com has launched a completely brand new look. Very nice design but very slow to load.
300th Fett In Stock
April 11, 2001 | 7:57 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
You can now get your long sought after 300th Fett as it is in stock RIGHT HERE at walmart.com for $9.96, happy hunting.
Have That Urge To Play Starfighter??
April 11, 2001 | 7:48 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
But still can’t find the Playstation 2?? Well It is now in stock at KBKids.com, and the price is $299.99, but if you use this code “DISCOVERKB” you will get $10.00 off. Cheaper than any store. While you are there, Enter to win a FREE DVD player, so that when Ol’ George decides that we are worthy enough to get the movies on DVD you will be ready for them.
Q&A Updates Wednesday
April 11, 2001 | 2:06 AM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
Friends, Romans, and of course, Olympic Champions,
The Q&A column here has been updated again. But it has no name! We’ve gotten dozens of entries, but we’re still looking for a few more. If you have one that isn’t “Yakkin’ With Adam” or “Yakkity Yak”, kindly send it on in to me atadam@yakface.com and I’ll be happy.
(Oh, we’re also offering a set of the Aurra Sing wave of action figures as a bounty. [Because we love you.])
Bonus Battle Droids Return To Fan Club
April 11, 2001 | 1:54 AM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
While previously available elsewhere, the Fan Club now has Obi-Wan Kenobi (Naboo) with the bonus Battle Droids in place of a CommTech Chip for $8.99. They’ve also got a few of the regular Battle Droids from the USA for only $3.99 each… not too shabby if your army’s in need of new recruits.
Comics Make Me Laugh
April 10, 2001 | 10:19 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Padawanamy pointed out this comic about our favorite passion…..
Click here to see the comic.
Errors Abound!!
April 10, 2001 | 7:56 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Well the new wave of figures is just hitting the street and there is an error for you hunters out there. The R2-Q5 has a spelling error on the force file. The front should read Imperial and reads Imperal, so now the question is… Will it get noticed and fixed??? Thanks to halfbittenjedi for the news and the image.
New Case Assortment
April 10, 2001 | 6:13 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
New Force Comics is reporting a new case due at the end of June:
2x Biker Scout
4x Darth Maul Sith Apprentice
1x Chewie Mechanic
1x Aurra Sing
1x Leia Bespin
1x Jedi Armor Qui Gon Jinn
1x Obi-Wan Cold Weather
1x Sandtrooper
Thanks to the Ab Master for the news.
Tessek Wave Expands
April 10, 2001 | 5:32 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
The new Tessek wave has now been found at Wal-Mart and TRU. Thanks to everyone who wrote in with the news.
Less Versions
April 9, 2001 | 8:09 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
CollectStarWars is reporting there will only be two variations on the Rebel Fleet Trooper and Imperial Office and the variation will be different headsculpts. Also, there will be no different versions of the Bespin Guard. 🙁
Can’t Get Enough B-Wing?
April 9, 2001 | 8:06 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
If you can’t get enough of seeing the new POTJ B-Wing you should go out and get yourself a new copy of Lee’s. In the new issue are many new pics of the B-Wing. Thanks to “Da Dude” for the news.
To Match A Price Or Not?!?!?
April 9, 2001 | 11:49 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Tom from the MSWCC sent this to me today.
Thought I’d test the Star Wars Fan Club’s new Online Price-Matching
Guarantee (see http://swfan.wizards.com/help/pricing.asp):
Official Star Wars Fan Club Store Website:
Star Wars Episode I Die-Cast Watch Collection by Hope Industries: Price: $59.99 (!)
http://swfan.wizards.com/product.asp?ProductID=4144
KBKids.Com:
Star Wars Episode I: Die-Cast Watch Collection by Hope Industries: Price: $14.99
http://www.kbkids.com/genProduct.html?WebID=00ffb49f19600063909f19600068a79f19600048a69f1960&ctid=17
This is the response that he received. IMHO I would say that once again, it seems like a good thing on the outside, but once the package is opened, The Slam Club is right there with the high prices of stuff that noone wants right now……
Thanks for spotting this, I’ve passed the information onto our pricing specialist. I’m not sure that anything will be change in this case. If you check the ‘beat or meet’ pricing information we do specify that only Non-Collector grade items are affected by this policy. The Die cast watches you refer to are Collector grade on our site.
The distinction here is that collector products/packaging are checked for even the smallest of defects and are sent to the customer with special packaging guaranteeing Mint condition delivery. Items on other sites and in ‘bricks and mortar’ stores are what we consider non-collector quality. A true collector demands perfect condition goods and our prices often reflect this.
Please bear in mind that KBtoys/kids deal in resale goods as well as new. This means they often get these goods from other suppliers ( including us)to sell in imperfect state at severely reduced prices.
Thank you for your mail, though. We do try to stay aware of the prices of our competitors on similar items.
May the Force be with you.
Name Left Out
Online Support
Star Wars Fan Club
In Case You Missed It This Weekend.
April 9, 2001 | 8:13 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
KbKids.com has the TC-14 12″ Electronic Figure on sale for only $4.99, the regular price is $29.99. Thanks to Robert for the news.
Q&A: Hey, Guess What?
April 9, 2001 | 4:03 AM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
Well gang, it’s that time again. Q&A has been started once again, but the page layout, graphics, and title aren’t finalized. If you’ve got a suggestion for a title, then kindly send it on in.
For those unfamilliar with the concepts behind the column… you’re probably best off reading it.
**Update – The winner of the Name the Q&A Column with Adam will get the Aurra Sing wave FREE!
Lookin For A LEGO Deal?
April 8, 2001 | 9:21 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
K-Mart this week is running a sale where if you buy a set you get a second set of equal or lesser value for 50% off. Not bad.
Have You Ever Heard Of SLA?
April 8, 2001 | 7:46 PM EST | Robert | Talk About This Post
The prototypes section of the website has been updated. Included in the update is a rare look into a segment of the toy making process that many collectors have never heard of before. Updates have begun to the twelve inch figures section as well as the hardcopies section where the SLA prototype is located. More to be added to the site this week including Galoob prototypes, and more first shots. Check it out. As always if you have any modern era Star Wars prototypes and would like them featured on the website please send them to me at SemsFir@aol.com. Full credit of ownership will be given, unless you want to remain anonymous! 8>)
B-Wing Boxed Pic
April 8, 2001 | 6:50 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
TheJawa.com has posted a pic of the POTJ B-wing boxed. Sure doesn’t look to be worth $50 of my money.
Let The Giveaways Commence!
April 8, 2001 | 9:20 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Once again Yakface.com is proud to start its weekly giveaways from Mort Simpson and the awesome Ultarama Stands.
This weeks winner is Mark Holbrook, Congrats Mark, and if you havent entered already please click on the link on the right side of the page for a chance to win one for yourself.
B-Wing Retail Price To Be $50!!!
April 7, 2001 | 9:54 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Thanks to Junior for the following news
“The B-Wing Fighter w/ pilot is now listed in the Target computer system. It is listed under DPCI# 087-06-1954 for the price of $49.99. Ouch!!!” Here are the other DCPI #’s that were sent in. Palm Talkers Price: $11.99 #087-06-0482. 12″ Legacy Assort Price: $26.99 #087-06-0317
More Power of the Jedi Comes to Canada
April 7, 2001 | 8:44 PM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
Reader PunkBoy200 has news to share of more POTJ showing up in the great white north:
“Wal-Mart in Edmonton Canada has Chewbacca (Mechanic), Bespin Leia and Aurra Sing! Only about 5 Aurra’s compared to the massive amounts of the other two!”
Well, there you have it!
More on Wuher
April 7, 2001 | 1:44 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Wuher is showing up on both coasts of the US and in large numbers. According to one reader TRU is receiving solid cases of Wuher that have “SW Fan Club” printed on the outside. Thanks to everyone who wrote in with the news.
Free Giveaway
April 7, 2001 | 10:57 AM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Pegwarmer.com is giving away a free “12 Sith Speeder w Darth Maul.
Jar Jar Swamp and more at TRU
April 6, 2001 | 11:09 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
More EP I figures have begun to show up at TRU’s across the country. Figures such as the Jar Jar Swamp and TC-14 waves have been spotted. I have even gotten a report of multiple Wuhers being found at TRU. IF anyone else has found Wuher at TRU please let me know this is the first I’ve heard of it. Thanks to Scott for the news.
The end has come…
April 6, 2001 | 7:05 PM EST | Sidster | Talk About This Post
Well guys I have come to the end of the road here at Yak…
I have only been here for a brief eight months. The time here was great and you (the readers) are awesome. I have had more good things said to me than any bad. I do thank you all for all the support, and for any friendships I made thru Yak.
I wish the crew here at Yak all the best and thank them for letting me in on this great site. I know I will still remain friends with the crew here and definetly tune in daily to check out the news.
I am moving to Jawa.com, and hope you will check me there as well.
My reason for leaving is just some (for better choice of words) artistic expression. I hope that all the Yak-er’s out there continue to hit this site everday, and all the other great sites out there.
We all play on the same game, well I think we do anyway, so no reason to favor anyone more than the other.
Thanks to all here and all you out there. Check me out in my new brown cloak… Til next time… UUUUTTTTIINNNIIII….
Tessek at Meijer’s
April 6, 2001 | 5:52 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
The Tessek wave has been found at Meijer’s in Ohio. Thanks to Ben for the news.
The All Knowing Pager
April 6, 2001 | 10:26 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
My pager news tells me that of the famous people that share today as their birthday, ESB’s own Billy Dee Williams turns 64. Happy Birthday Billy Dee.
B-Wing Images
April 6, 2001 | 6:10 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Here is the latest Test Shot of the New B-Wing with Pilot. These are prototype shots. You can bid on this item onEbay.com, the item number is 577220276, special thanks to Maybang for the images.
John’s Toys
April 5, 2001 | 6:19 PM EST | Sidster | Talk About This Post
John from John’s Toys gave me a call today and mentioned some new stuff they had just got in. I know most have seen, (and probably still need) the ultra cool UK Pit Droid two packs. Why these weren’t made for the US market I’ll never figure out…
But John saves the day and comes thru…
Head over to their site now. They have the Ani, Obi, Maul “soft goods” waves available w/ the Pit Droid. John also has the elusive Obi/Maul two pack and the older Battle Droid overseas sets. Head over or call them at 1-800-505-TOYS.
UPDATE: Tom over at YesterToy’s also got some the Pit Droid packs in as well as another elusive piece, the once Exclusive Target Skiff. Definetly worth a look. These pieces were obtained thru an overseas source by both John and Tom. I don’t see suplly lasting long… Well what are ya waiting for???
Complete your Star Wars Mask Collection?
April 5, 2001 | 5:21 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Is this a new item or an old one? Although this item has been listed in the Don Post catalog for a few years, very few of these units have been spotted. This rare piece is now in stock at Entertainment Earth. Jawa Mask (Item# DP677513, $39.99)
America’s Finest Figure News Source
April 5, 2001 | 3:58 AM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
The Onion, America’s Finest News Source, has posted a feature of vital importance to all people considering placing action figures in their cubicles. Check it out!
Wishbook Deals
April 4, 2001 | 11:20 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Are you still trying to complete your collection? The Sears wishbook is still having a great sale on some older stuff. You can visit them at http://www.wishbook.com
The sale includes ROTJ 12″ 4-pack (Luke Jedi, Palpatine, Band Member, and Chewy in Chains) for $24.88.
Galaxy 2-pack (Ewok w/Endor, Luke w/Tatooine) for $9.99.
And a few other things.
Still Looking For Your Lunchbox?
April 4, 2001 | 11:09 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Hallmark.com still has it in stock for $14.95 plus shipping.
SW Fan Club Price Match
April 4, 2001 | 10:05 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
The SW Fan Club has started a new price matching policy which is described in their newsletter that just went out
“Whenever you see a lower price for one of our Non-Collector grade items at another major online retailer (such as KBkids, Amazon, Disney, Kmart,Target, etc), let us know by sending an e-mail with the exact name of the product, the URL of the item, and the listed price to swfan@wizards.com. Once we have confirmed the price, we will update our online store to reflect a matching or better price for Fan Club members.”
Thanks to Dan the Stone Cold Man for the news.
Cheap Fambaa’s
April 4, 2001 | 3:14 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
You can now stop over at http://www.fao.com and pick up this monsterous beast for $37.50 plus shipping as he is now back in stock. They also have the six beanies from Episode 1 on sale as a set for $15.00, which is not that bad of a price.
Still Searching for Figures?
April 3, 2001 | 10:43 PM EST | Sidster | Talk About This Post
Most seem to be hunting the “newer” waves of POTJ figs still…
On that way to TRU, Walmart, Target, KMart and any other in between place, pop into your local Electronics Boutique. I just saw the Sith Maul wave at an EB store today. The distribution scheme hasn’t seem to get all that better, so any other “possible” option is a good one. They also might have some of the 1st waves of POTJ figs at a cheap, cheap price of $1.87. Speaking of hard hunting times… Head over to Collect Star Wars and let them know if you been one of the lucky people finding things.
UPDATE: The guys over at Collect have a poll going about the availability of figures and if you guys are finding them easy or not… Head over and add to that poll, hopefully the Big H will learn what they need to know from those results.
Best SW Figure Ever
April 3, 2001 | 9:36 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
Hasbro has posted on their site a poll/bracket that will determine the best SW figure ever produced. Think of it as the NCAA Tournament for SW figures.
Maul Apprentice in Canada
April 3, 2001 | 5:15 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
The Darth Maul Sith Apprentice figure has begun to show up in Canada. If you live in Canada you should try to find it at Wal-mart since it is the only store, Maul has been found so far. Thanks to Jim for the news.
Mega Figures Concept Art
April 3, 2001 | 5:07 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
CollectStarWars has posted some cool looking concept art of the Mega Action figures.
Goodbye…
April 3, 2001 | 4:25 PM EST | Greg | Talk About This Post
Much as I hate to follow up Mark’s post abou him going backstage on Yakface with more negativity, I will no longer be working on the site.
I’ve spent more than a year contributing, but at the moment my interest in Star Wars collecting is pretty much dead and the site needs more time than I have to give.
You can contact me through the current address greg@yakface.com, it forwards mail to me and will continue to for a little while.
Thanks to everyone who has helped me during my time here – I appreciate it! All the best to Adam and the other newer members of the team. Bye!
Latest Select Image
April 3, 2001 | 7:53 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Is it me or does the new select image at http://www.starwars.com look like ol’ George is mixing Star Wars with Star Trek? Why is there a Transporter in a Star Wars movie?
From The Land Of Variations…
April 3, 2001 | 7:48 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Here is the latest in the ever growing list of variations. This shot shows the difference between the new and old bubbles on the Imperial Biker Scout.
It’s About Time
April 2, 2001 | 10:20 PM EST | Robert | Talk About This Post
The firstshots prototype page has had a small update. Things are finally slowing down from my hectic personal schedule to begin updating the prototypes page regularly again. This week I’m looking to begin adding 12 inch prototypes, Galoob prototypes, as well as other interesting prototype material. Some interesting items should start appearing on the page within the next couple of weeks so check back often.
Since there’s a new head of state behind the desk now I wonder if it would be a good time to ask for a raise? 8>)
“Don’t try to frighten us with your sorcerer’s w- cka cka”
April 2, 2001 | 9:35 PM EST | Sidster | Talk About This Post
GOT MOTTI?
Well if you don’t head over to Jawa.com and rescue him from Lord Vader’s grip…
Man did that sound like a commercial or what? Is that Hasbro I hear calling… Anyway head over and try to nab yourself a free Motti fig, thanks to the little Jawa clan… Good luck guys.
EP I Cases Still in Stock
April 2, 2001 | 7:22 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
E1 Coll. 3 (Wave 10) Half Case (Item# 84105E, $75.99)
2x TC-14, 2x R2-B1 Astromech Droid, 1x Adi Gallia, 1x Ody Mandrell, 1x OOM-9, 1x Captain Tarpals.
E1 Coll. 3 (Wave 10) Case (Item# 84105D, $144.99)
4x TC-14, 4x R2-B1 Astromech Droid, 2x Adi Gallia, 2x Ody Mandrell, 2x OOM-9, 2x Captain Tarpals. Only atEntertainment Earth.
Q&A Begins… Soon
April 2, 2001 | 5:48 PM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
One of the things I’m bringing to Yakface is a Questions and Answers column, but since it’s starting over fresh, the column currently has no questions. While I’m building the page behind the scenes, any questions you’d care to email me would be great in getting this thing started.
New Management
April 1, 2001 | 11:29 PM EST | Adam | Talk About This Post
Greetings, Toy Fans!
I’m Adam Pawlus. You might remember me from my old Star Wars newsletter, the Q&A column I wrote for Rebelscum, or my brief stint as the young “Chico” on the final season of “Chico And The Man.”
As you most likely saw in the post below, Mark’s bowing out of the page management game and he said he was looking for someone else to run things. And apparently, I was the best he could come up with on such short notice.
So in the coming weeks, expect most things here to stay pretty much like you’ve always loved them. The latest Star Wars news will always have a home here, along with whatever other neat nuggets we can dig up for you.
So allow me to say that I look forward to working for you and with our top notch staff toward all your Star Wars news needs, and with any luck we’ll have some other great new features to offer you in the coming weeks.
We now return you to your regularly scheduled news.
Alas, The Time Has Come!
April 1, 2001 | 10:39 PM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Well I have been down this path before, only to be drawn right back into the thick of things. However, with the priorities I have in my life right now, it is time for me to move on. I was going to shut down the site for good, however it has been saved by someone I think it perfect for the site. He will be posting something soon. I will be moving on and letting go of Yakface.com. I will still be here from time to time to post news as I get it, however I will be concentrating on my son who is more important to me. I will also be working on the toyguide with Ben, look for it to be complete soon with the most complete set of images found on the net.
I want to thank everyone I have met throughout the years as I have made some very good friends. I will be keeping in touch and my email will remain on the site. So keep in touch with me. Take care all and may you all have the best of luck in hunting down your figures.
Sincerely,
Mark Minicuci (hfsolo)
New figs hitting
April 1, 2001 | 6:10 PM EST | Sidster | Talk About This Post
As I had mentioned a couple of weeks back the new Lando wave is finally starting to show up here in the states. Collect Star Wars reports some finds in Fla, I also got an email from a good friend that saw these at a flea market he visted today in Ca. Guess it’s on with the hunt guys.
Have you been “Fan Clubbed”?
April 1, 2001 | 6:04 PM EST | Sidster | Talk About This Post
The great “moffbunkaroo” sent over a very interesting story to us members of the Trade Federation on a recent dealing with the “new” Fan Club. Some must read info…
“Hey everyone,
I just though I’d throw this info out in case it helps anyone. I placed an order with the new fan club online last Wednesday when it opened. I ordered an Oola/Crumb set, a carded Poite Snitkin and a
non-collector grade E1 R2 (wanted one loose). I got my order today, and man, it’s a good thing I didn’t want my stuff MOC. The R2 and Pote Snitkin were jammed so hard into the box the cards were bent backwards. Now, I don’t know if they did this because of the free shipping or because one of my items was deemed “non-collector” quality-you be the judge.
Also, I got absolutely no Ship Confirmation e-mail, so after I got the
original e-mail telling me that my order was accepted, I heard zilch. I had to e-mail their Customer Service to get a tracking #. Plus, they don’t seem to have a link on their site to check your order status like the old fan club.
All in all, this new club definitely has Buyer Beware labeled all over it in my opinion. Hope this helps…”
Hopefully this was just an isolated incident, but if you have gone through anything like this with the new Fan Club, gimmie a holler.
Palm Talkers and new 12″ Prices
April 1, 2001 | 2:12 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
On Raving Toy Maniac’s page the prices for the new Palm Talkers (Price: $11.99 # 087-06-0482) and the
12? Legacy Asst. (Price: $26.99 # 087-06-0317) are listed from the Target computers.
Lucas to do Episode 7,8 and 9!
April 1, 2001 | 12:04 PM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
CNN.com is reporting George Lucas has announced he will be doing Episode 7, 8 and 9.
Official Site Update
April 1, 2001 | 11:08 AM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
The Official Site has updated with some great news on the upcoming SW film. Go check it out.
12″ Sith Speeder Returning
April 1, 2001 | 11:05 AM EST | Brian | Talk About This Post
If you never were able to find a 12″ Sith Speeder last year they have begun showing up again at Wal-Marts all around the country. Thanks to everyone who has written in about it.
Three Cool Auctions!!
April 1, 2001 | 10:01 AM EST | Mark | Talk About This Post
Here are some excellent auctions on Ebay.com by Gus Lopez.
Unproduced Sith Infiltrator POTJ Prototype Item #575628727
Unproduced Build Your Own Pod Racer POTJ Prototype Item #575627425
Unproduced Royal Starship POTJ Prototype Item #575624477
Master Marketeer or DVD Nazi, “No DVD for YOU!”
April 1, 2001 | 9:01 AM EST | Ben | Talk About This Post
The Force.net reports that the DVD of the Phantom Menace has been bug checked and is ready to be pressed and shipped as soon as LFL gives the word. Given this it’s interesting to note that they also report in a separate story that the April 29th airing of Episode I on FOX seems to have been cancelled and will be aired in the 4th quarter instead. Why would they do that, I wonder?
Now even though I’ve spoken to folks at Hasbro who deny that Lucas himself is involved with many of their ‘variations’ and other issues that aggravate the collector — the occasional 1-per case and the lack of a collector’s retail outlet (I’d like to order one of everything please)—it almost is hard to believe that Lucas doesn’t play at least some part in these brilliant machinations that keep the fans from being satisfied. It almost seems that he knows the meaning of “The Phantom Menace” all too well. Maybe I’m watching too many X-Files reruns waiting for Star Wars on DVD because I’m beginning to wonder if George Lucas or Rick McCallum has taken up smoking Morley cigarettes.
The point that everyone seems to overlook is that the DVDs that everyone actually wants (the real Star Wars Trilogy) won’t be coming out for years. In my opinion, that is no coincidence and the reason is not George’s busy schedule because if the fans remain hungry they will jump on any scrap you throw them.