Trivia Contest Ends Saturday
November 30, 2001 | 8:42 PM EST | Bill
If you are planning to enter Jundland Wastes’ trivia contest time is running out. The contest ends Saturday at midnight EST.
25th Anniversary Two Pack Photos
November 30, 2001 | 8:38 PM EST | Bill
Boxed photos of the final versions of the Luke/Leia and Han/Chewie 2 packs have surfaced at Collect Star Wars. These appear to be great additions to the line, Click here for more.
Fan Club Exclusive Stormtrooper 2 Pack
November 30, 2001 | 8:35 PM EST | Bill
Collect Star Wars has updated with more information on the Fan Club exclusive Stormtrooper. It will be a 2 pack, intended for ARMY BUILDERS. YES!!!! It appears that Hasbro is listening to collectors and responding, not only with excellent sculpts and very detailed figures, but also with army builder packs. These should be at the fan club in the second quarter of 2002. Click here for more.
SOTE for Gamecube?!?
November 29, 2001 | 11:44 PM EST | John
Remember when you first brought home the N64? Remember how amazed you were with the then “state-of-the-art” graphics? Remember how you popped in your “Shadows Of The Empire” cartridge and played for hours on top of hours? Remember how, when you couldn’t get past the IG-88 part, you shoved a roll of toilet paper and open tin of baked beans in the cartridge port then threw it out a 28 story window? Ok… maybe not the last part, but my point is that we all loved SOTE when it first came out. It was the game to play.
With the release of “Rogue Squadron II; Rogue Leader”, some fans are seeing the graphics and wondering; “What would SOTE be like on Gamecube?” And that, my friends, is what prompted this petition. Personally, I’d love to see it done. Kind of like “Mario All-Stars” for the Super Nintendo rehashing all the original NES 8-bit Mario platform games but hopped-up for the 16-bit environment. Interested Yakkers? To sign the petition, click here, sign up, and that’s all there is too it!
Celebration II Passes On Sale At Official Site
November 29, 2001 | 4:04 PM EST | John
The Official Star Wars Fan Club Store at WotC has posted their passes for the up-and-coming Celebration II scheduled in Indianapolis, Indiana for next May. They have a load, and they all look great. Check them out if you’re planning on going!
Episode II Expanded Universe Titles looking great!
November 28, 2001 | 12:49 PM EST | John
StarWars.com has recently listed a slew of Episode II titles for all the rabid fans reading pleasure! I won’t list them here due to our spoiler-free policy, but if you’re in the mood for some relatively spoiler-free literature listing for THE Star Wars event of 2002, click here!
Worlds Largest Custom Made STAR WARS TOY – Update
November 28, 2001 | 12:31 PM EST | John
Michael Frights custom Tantive IV seems to be really shaping up as the world’s largest custom Star Wars toy! To check the newest dirt on this cool ship, click here!
Wal-Mart Ditching SW Figures?!? …Nah!
November 28, 2001 | 12:27 PM EST | John
In the last few months we’ve seemed to have gotten a few direct or at least a side-mentioning of this topic, and I think it must be addressed. This is the most current letter we’ve gotten. It’s from “Jedi Jake”, and goes a little something like this;
“I went to one of my local Wal-Marts the other day and I couldn’t help but notice there wasn’t a Star Wars section anywhere. I asked a clerk and they said that they aren’t going to be carrying the line anymore. At the other two Wal-Marts by me (Albany, NY) the same thing seems to be happening. Do you know why this is happening? And is it the same for all the Wal-Marts across the country? This is really frustrating, because that is where I got most of my figures from.”
Now, this happens every year around the same time. Towards the beginning of summer to late autumn there is a severe deficit of toys, and Star Wars is not immune. They will restock in time for Christmas. Any news of Wal-Mart not “carrying” Star Wars anymore is a lie. Chances are it’s only idiot stock-people (note I said “idiot” stock-people, not all stock-people…) who like to see people get worked up then laugh about it later. With the approach of Episode II, Wal-Mart would be pretty stupid not to carry the new unified line. Another problem is changing SKU’s. It may look like they’re not going to carry Star Wars at all, and all along it turns out that it’s just a case of SKU’s being changed on the packaging. So, fret not!
New Episode 2 Figure List
November 27, 2001 | 10:18 PM EST | Bill
Pete over at The Private Universe has posted a new list of Episode 2 Figures. In keeping spoiler free, we will not post the list, but you can read it here.
Ultarama Giveaway Returns To Yakface
November 27, 2001 | 9:23 PM EST | Bill
If you still haven’t gotten an Ultarama, and discovered quite simply the BEST loose figure dispay system around, now is your chance. Just in time for Christmas, Yakface is pleased to annouce the return of the Ultarama giveaway. We will randomly select one person every other week to receive a FREEUltarama. You can enter once for each giveaway drawing. Click here to enter. Be sure to include your first and last names, as well as your address so we can get the Ultarama to the lucky winner as fast as possible.
Virus Warning for Outlook Users
November 27, 2001 | 6:24 PM EST | Adam
I’d like to apologize for taking up valuable Star Wars news space for this, but having been pounded with the virus myself, it seemed appropriate to share this news story with you.
A worm, “Badtrans,” has been infecting Outlook and Outlook Express email applications and it logs your personal information. The worm transmits itself by self-launching and as apparently, there is no actual damage that can be done to your system– it’s an information thief.
I have yet to find if this affects all operating systems or just Windows, but here’s a story at CNN with more details.
We now return you to… uh… us.
Kay Bee Phantom Menace 1-Day VHS Sale
November 27, 2001 | 1:43 PM EST | John
Steven Y. writes us with this little tidbit of sale news;
“I suppose this would be a good buy for those who don’t want the DVD version. This appears to be a one day limited sale…”
Thanks Steven! To go directly to this sale, click on the following text – 1 Day VHS Episode I Sale Bear in mind that this is the larger box set with the film slide and the booklet included , so it’s a pretty darn good deal, considering that these were originally about $35.
TPE runs away with FOX ratings!
November 27, 2001 | 12:10 PM EST | John
Found this little tidbit over at The Hollywood Reporter. It may have recently lost out to Harry Potter, but Episode I ruled the airwaves (or would that be cable-waves?) on Sunday!
“Fox was the primetime master Sunday as its world TV premiere airing of “Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace” blew away the competition on the final Sunday of the November sweep. Fox’s 7-10 p.m. airing of “Phantom Menace” averaged 17.6 million viewers and a 7.9 rating/18 share in the adults 18-49 demographic, according to preliminary estimates from Nielsen Media Research. Fox won the night in adults 18-34, teens and other key young demos. “Phantom Menace” opened up with a solid 14.4 million viewers and a 6.4/17 in the demo at 7 p.m., peaking from 9-9:30 p.m. with 19.4 million viewers and an 8.7/19 in adults 18-49.”
Episode II DVD talk already?!?
November 27, 2001 | 12:06 PM EST | John
Maybe… This report comes from “JMB3”, of which I thank for the tip. It seems that DVD France has listed some interesting information involving the time frame of release of the Episode II DVD. Now, the below text has been translated from French, so it’s a bit choppy. But you get the idea.
“Nov. 26 2001 — You will not be able to say that you were not well-informed! Because indeed, the DVD of Star Wars Episode II, the attack of the clones is indeed planned… Do not pay too attention to the jacket above, because it is obviously false. On the other hand, which is true (in any case, that circulates much in the corridors of FPE…), it is that contrary to the phantom Threat, we will not have to wait two years before being able to taste the attack of the clones in DVD. This time, George Lucas is well decided to benefit immediately from the usual time imposed on the video outputs. Then small fast equation: since the film comes out on our screens on May 17 2002 and that in France the legal minimum time between an output rooms and an output video is 6 months, that gives us on November 17 2002. Moreover since the film comes out in the whole world in the neighbourhoods of May 17, one can think that the DVD will be the subject of a world output.”
Now everyone, we all know what “official sources” means, and this is by no means an official source. So, we’re going to mark this with a big R-U-M-O-R until after the release of the film and we hear for certain the video release dates.
Deluxe Showing Up Everywhere Online
November 27, 2001 | 11:47 AM EST | John
WotC has just recently listed a bunch of different figures from the newer waves, most notably the Deluxe Figures, Shirtless Maul and Bacta Luke. Also offering these at the present time is KB Kids where they’re asking $12.99 a pop. So folks, if you haven’t seen these in the stores yet, here’s your chance online.
Looking For A 12″ Darth Maul And Sith Speeder… FREE???
November 26, 2001 | 10:46 PM EST | Bill
If you are looking for a 12″ Darth Maul and Sith Speeder, and the price of free sounds good to you, then check out The Jawa’s latest giveaway. Click here for more.
Ultarama Sale Ends Soon
November 26, 2001 | 10:40 PM EST | Bill
Ultarama.com’s free shipping on Ultarama units ends tomorrow night (November 27th)!!!! if you haven’t ordered yet, do it quick, and be sure to tell them Yakface sent you!
Entertainment Earth Holiday Newsfeed
November 25, 2001 | 4:35 AM EST | Adam
Entertainment Earth writes:
“We want you to receive your collectibles on time for the Holidays. To ensure Christmas delivery via standard ground shipping methods, please order “in stock” items by Monday, December 10, 2001. The last day to order “in stock” items for UPS 2nd day air delivery is Wednesday, December 19, 2001.“
SW Jr. Line Official!
November 25, 2001 | 4:33 AM EST | Adam
CollectStarWars.com posted a link that pretty much sums up what we’ve been hoping– that these sets are a go!
The Hasbro Preschool Site makes mention of these as “Star Wars All In One Adventures.” The sets names and MSRPs are as follows:
“Duel with Darth Maul” $14.99
“Fast In The Forest” $7.99
“Stompin’ Wampa” $7.99
“X-Wing Adventure” $14.99
If you want a sense of scale for these fine products, just check out the Jurassic Park Jr. toys at your local stores, or take a look at those images on Hasbro’s Preschool Site. So folks, there ya have it– more stuff to waste money on next year. (But it’s cute… I’ll be buying them anyway. Here’s hoping for more!)
Thanks again to all those who informed us on these!
KBKids.com Sale!
November 23, 2001 | 10:36 PM EST | Mark
Here are some of the latest sales at KBKids.com this weekend.
LEGO Technic Pit Droid $6.99 reg $22.99
LEGO Tie Interceptor $59.99 reg $114.99
LEGO Technic Battle Droid $24.99 reg $32.99
LEGO Star Wars Bonus Set (Inc – Technic Pit Droid, Technic Battle Droid, Technic Destroyer Droid and Gungan Patrol) $79.99 reg $121.99
Theed Playset w/ Qui-Gon and Battle Droid $9.99 reg $39.99
Interactive Yoda $9.99 reg $39.99
LEGO Darkside Developers $59.99 reg $124.99
Plus many others….
Target Exclusives Online Again
November 23, 2001 | 10:27 PM EST | Mark
Target.com now has the 12″ Luke Speederbike and B-Wing in stock again.
FX-7 Wave Loose Photos
November 23, 2001 | 9:13 PM EST | Bill
Sandtroopers.com has just posted a batch of photos of the FX-7 wave. Click here for more.
Celebration 2 Exhibitor Packet
November 23, 2001 | 1:46 AM EST | Adam
From Bricks To Bothans has posted the cover of the second Celebration’s exhibitor packet. Spoiler-free, of course, and it’s pretty cool. Check ‘er on out.
FBTB also has some info on current Lego deals, so if you haven’t visited them lately, it’s probably worth your while to check out this fantastic resource.
Black Friday Bonanza
November 23, 2001 | 1:44 AM EST | Adam
On the biggest shopping day of the year, we’d like to turn to you, the readers, for the reports from the trenches. Toys “R” Us is having their old Star Wars stock down to 2 for $3 (along with old X-Men movie stock, Pokemon, and Avengers.)
Since many of these products have been blown out by TRU already, the question is, will anyone find anything cool? If you see a Holo Sidious, Pit Droids, or something as equally groovy, we want to hear about it– let us know in our store reports area, or drop us a line if you find something extra gnarly. As the kids say.
Dewback, Dreamcast Drops Confirmed
November 23, 2001 | 1:40 AM EST | Adam
Fans of all things great (and not-so-great),
We’ve gotten more reports of the Toys “R” Us Dewback dropping to $29.99 in stores, and it seems to be pretty much all over. In the off chance you missed our story earlier or your store actually runs out, you can still order the ugly bugger online at Amazon.com for $29.98 and shipping.
Also, the ill-fated yet still marvelous Sega Dreamcast console has officially dropped to $49.99 in most stores as of Wednesday, so if you need a fairly priced game console to tide you over, there’s a few Star Wars titles to be had, as well as Jet Grind Radio and Crazi Taxi, so you don’t have to have an Xbox or GameCube to get new games this year… unless you have a Dreamcast. (Also available at Amazon.com.)
More Star Wars Jr. Pics– Are They Coming?
November 23, 2001 | 1:33 AM EST | Adam
Shawn from Cybertron City sent us a link to his site with some fantastic Hasbro 2002 shots– the new GI Joe vs. Cobra line is shown, totally painted, some great new toys from other lines… and what may be the initial releases of the Star Wars Jr. Range.
http://cybertroncity.com/modules/Gallery/view_album.php?set_albumName=album32
It’s entirely possible the reports of the line’s death have been greatly exaggerated… the images show the following amazingly awesome sets:
#1: Naboo Fighter, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Pilot Anakin Skywalker, Darth Maul, Battle Droid
#2: 2 Speederbikes, Wicket, Biker Scout, Luke (Endor)
#3: X-Wing, Luke (pilot), R2-D2, Darth Vader
#4: Wampa, Tauntaun, Luke (Hoth), Han (Hoth)
This is, to say the least, a great find. Shawn, thanks for the pics, and Hasbro… we just can’t wait to get our mitts on these, so if you’ve got a release date, do share!
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
November 22, 2001 | 10:29 PM EST | Bill
From all of us here at Yakface.com. We wish you and your friends and loved ones a happy and safe Thanksgiving.
Another 12″ Dewback Drop?
November 22, 2001 | 3:02 AM EST | Adam
A tidbit from Reader Mike…
“I’m not sure if this is old news or not, but I was a my local Toys R Us (in Erie, PA) today and they had the 12″ Dewback and Sandtrooper marked down to only $29.95 from $79.99!”
Yowza! It’s entirely possible this is going to be all over, especially with the holidays, so it might be worth your while braving the madness that is Black Friday to score one!
Masterpiece C-3PO Bargain at Borders
November 22, 2001 | 3:00 AM EST | Adam
In addition to the drop at Waldenbooks, reader Rajnidds let us know he spied the Chronicle Books C-3PO Masterpiece Edition at his local Borders store, also for $19.99. Good deals all around, surely the first of many you’ll be seeing this weekend!
Shirtless Maul Online
November 21, 2001 | 10:13 PM EST | Mark
KBKids.com now has the Shirtless Maul and Luke Bacta Tank in stock for $12.99
SALE SALE SALE SALE!!!!
November 21, 2001 | 10:08 PM EST | Mark
LEGO Tie Fighter $49.99 Reg $99.99
12″ Dewback $29.98 Reg $79.99
Sith Lords 12″ 2 Pack $29.98 Reg $39.99
POTJ Han Solo $8.99
POTJ Luke Skywalker $8.99
Trailer Updates
November 20, 2001 | 8:44 PM EST | Bill
A number of Yak Readers have written about the E2 trailer which is supposed to appear with Harry Potter, or rather the absence of the trailer.
Yak Reader Bryan wrote:
I talked to a manager last night after I DIDN’T get to see the teaser in front of Harry Potter. His explanation was a lot more convincing than “told to pull it” or “did not recieve it.” He told me that they only received a certain number of prints, and since they were showing Harry Potter on a record number of screens (for this theater) that some showings got left out when the math was done.
Yak Reader EVILCHUK sent this in:
Corona coming attractions did a bit on the trailer a week or so ago. General Cinemas for example have it, but are holding it in their vaults. Here in San Antonio, Texas, I saw the trailer wwith Harry Potter at a Santikos theatre.
Yak Reader Joe’s experiences even more frustrating:
Sunday we called Hoyts’ cinema in
Clifton Park Center Mall, Clifton Park, NY, to see if it was playing in front of Harry Potter. They said it was playing with all three prints of the movie. So we went to a 12:30 showing today expecting to see the trailer but to our horror and dismay it was not there! Needless to say I was pissed. I tried to keep myself calm and not focus in on what happened to try to enjoy the movie. After the movie ended we promptly walked up to the manager and told him what was going on. We said we called and were told that it was playing with all the prints. He said that was wrong, and that it was only in
theater 1 and the next showing in their was at 6:10. We asked him if we could come back to just watch the trailer. He agreed and we go about trying to kill 2 1/2 hours. At 5:45 we go in to the theater and tell the kid at the ticket booth that we got the manager’s O.K. to go in just to watch the trailer. We show him our ticket stubs and he says we have to wait 10 to 15 inutes before we can go in because they have to clean it. 15 minutes go by, we start to head in and the kid says there’s no trailer. I point out to the kid the huge Episode II teaser banner on the wall and we tell him what the manager said. He goes to fetch the manager and the manager comes out and says that he just talked to his projectionist and they don’t have it. This makes no sense! They have the banner but no trailer.
Yak Reader Dave got some very different information from his theater:
I believe that for those wishing to see the (incredible) trailer for
“Attack of the Clones at an AMC Theater, it is being shown with the new Jet Li movie called “The One”. That’s the scoop here in Kansas City anyway. Why they took it off “Harry Potter” is quite beyond my capacity.
In short it looks like the best advice is if you are going to see Harry Potter just for th E2 trailer, then it would be a good idea to ask first and be sure they are showing it.
Free Shipping On Ultaramas
November 20, 2001 | 8:32 PM EST | Bill
This just in from our friends at Ultarama
EDISON, NJ–Nov. 20, 2001—Ultarama™ wishes everyone a happy holiday season and is helping collectors to celebrate by offering free shipping within the Continental U. S. for all online purchases from November 20th through November 27th. So, shop early, ship free, and have peace of mind knowing that your Ultarama; will arrive in plenty of time for the holidays!
The Ultarama is a complete action figure display system that is both flexible and customizable. With the use of the Ultarama’s; molded plastic platforms that contain 80 pre-molded peg holes and its proprietary pegging system, collectors can display their collections in three totally unique ways: stacked two levels high in the shape of a semicircle, clipped back-to-back in the shape of a circle, or configured as two separate and complete one level displays. With the purchase of additional Ultaramas, collectors can build their display many stories high! The Ultarama also includes four unique 8 X 10 background scenes, 48 pegs for 3 3/4″ figures, and 24 pegs for 6″ figures. The 6″ pegs also fit most 4 3/4″ figures and most vintage 3 3/4″ figures.
The Ultarama; is available for immediate shipping and can be ordered from the Ultarama web site at Ultarama or by calling toll free at 1-888-269-4386.
Q&A: 2001 Season Ender
November 20, 2001 | 2:08 AM EST | Adam
With Every Question For Justice has been updated for the final time this year, bringing the 2001 season to an end.
The column will return just after the new year, so stay tuned for what hopes to be the best season of Q&A yet!
C-3PO Masterpiece, Star Wars Scrapbook on Clearance
November 20, 2001 | 1:03 AM EST | Adam
Tonight’s toy run yielded an interesting find at a local Waldenbooks: the C-3PO Tales of the Golden Droid Masterpiece Edition, the one with the 12″ removable limbs figure, was only $19.99 and the fantastic must-have Star Wars Scrapbookwas only $7.99. If you’re looking for cheap holiday gifts for friends and loved ones (or yourself), give the clearance racks of your local Waldenbooks a look.
E2 Teaser Posters & Banners
November 20, 2001 | 12:40 AM EST | Adam
The Star Wars Fan Club Store put their newest wares up for sale today– the $199.99 banners have sold out, but the $19.99 posters remain. So get crackin’.
Harry Potter Trailer Hit And Miss
November 19, 2001 | 8:54 AM EST | Bill
Several Yak readers have written in to say that they went to see Harry Potter and DID NOT see the new trailer with it. They have been given a number of reasons from the theater did not receive the trailer to they were told to pull it. It appears that the bottom line is that if you are going to see Harry Potter to see the trailer, ask the theater first and be sure they are showing it. Thanks to Dave an everyone else who wrote in.
Downtime?
November 19, 2001 | 4:57 AM EST | Adam
Over the past few nights, we’ve had some periods of unscheduled downtime, according to more than a few readers. We’re currently looking into this problem, we’d like to apologize for the inconvinience, and also the final updates for Q&A will be slightly postponed, so do stay tuned for that.
Toys “R” Us Receives More Episode One Toys
November 18, 2001 | 5:50 PM EST | Adam
Roughly two and a half years after the line’s debut, a local Toys “R” Us here in Tucson has just gotten more of the oft-missed Invasion assortment with all four vehicles– including the somewhat tough to find Gungan Scout Sub with Obi-Wan and the awesome Sith Attack Speeder with Darth Maul. While kitschy off-screen creations, the price was right: $1.97 a pop. (Beat that.)
We haven’t had many widespread reports of these showing up everywhere again, but it definitely looks like a good time to check your local stores to see what’s finally getting out of the warehouses.
Rogue Leader: Impressions
November 18, 2001 | 5:47 PM EST | Adam
While you’ve probably read a ton of reviews on the game, let me just say that for the most part, everything you’ve read is true.
The new game, released for the GameCube (launched today, check your local stores for availability), is nothing short of fantastic. The training mode is you, a Skyhopper, and free access over Tatooine– find crashed a TIE fighter, Bantha herds, Dewbacks, shoot some Womp Rats… and that’s just the training mission. Killer, killer stuff.
The first stage has been in demo kiosks for a few weeks now, and well, it’s still a blast, if you’ll pardon the expression. Fantastic graphics, sound, and play control… and it’s in a Star Wars game for once.
If you have the means (or the parents to beg), this is something most Star Wars fans with even the slightest affinity toward video games need to have. And if you’ve got another fifty bucks to blow, allow me to reccomend Super Monkey Ball for multi-player fun.
Also, Best Buy stores are offering a deal on GameCube software: $10 off two games, or $20 off of three. Not a bad deal if you’ve got the dough to blow.
R2-Q5 at Entertainment Earth
November 16, 2001 | 11:30 PM EST | Adam
Sponsor Entertainment Earth has informed us they’re selling a four pack of the R2-Q5 wave. Click here for details.
Need Dagobah Darth Vader
November 16, 2001 | 7:48 PM EST | Bill
If you’re still looking for a Dagobah Darth Vader, The Jawa is giving one away this week. Click here for more.
“Revenge” Patches on e-Bay again!
November 16, 2001 | 5:50 PM EST | John
Over at e-Bay there is a dutch auction going on for the official “Revenge Of The Jedi” fan club patches. These are the same ones that were available through the fan club some years back. They’re a nice little bit of Star Wars history! Click here to check out this auction!
Rebel Trooper Wave Showing Up
November 16, 2001 | 12:37 PM EST | John
Yakker “Tony S.” writes to let us know that he picked up the Rebel Trooperfigure last night, which means that wave is starting to show up now in the US. But, he makes an interesting observation;
“Just got the Rebel Trooper figure and its helmet is GLUED ON!! That’s new to me. Last I heard they were removable.”
Thanks for the info, Tony. Anyone else spot this wave?
UPDATE – Tony never mentioned as to where he’s located or what store these figures were found in. Keep checking the local haunts, I.E. Target, WalMart, K-Mart, etc. to find these newest figures, and as always, don’t bend to scalper prices! Patience pays, young Jedi.
“Forbidden” Mirror
November 16, 2001 | 1:06 AM EST | Adam
Quicktime.com hosts the new trailer as well as several others on a server separate from StarWars.com… so if you’re having problems, don’t forget that you do have another choice to see this TOTALLY AWESOME TRAILER. Anyway, back to the news.
“Forbidden Love” Trailer at StarWars.Com
November 16, 2001 | 12:30 AM EST | John
As of 12:01 AM, StarWars.Com has made available for download at their site the Forbidden Love trailer that will allegedly be in front of the Harry Potter flick. I personally (John) have tried to connect to download this thing fromStarWars.Com, and it won’t connect to even let me view the site. I think they underestimated the bandwidth issue again, so you may have a better time finding this thing on a file sharing utility if you really can’t wait to see it from the official site. Good luck, folks!
Xbox Release
November 15, 2001 | 1:04 AM EST | Adam
The Xbox has been released by ninjas. Are you a bad enough dude to find an Xbox?
Two Star Wars titles are coming out for the Xbox, released today at electronics stores everywhere. Star Wars: Obi-Wan is slated for release around December 3, and the Xbox edition of Starfighter is due November 27. The Xbox is at least $299.99 outside of a bundle, and the games are about $49.99 each.
Convention Exclusive Figure
November 15, 2001 | 12:51 AM EST | Adam
In a move sure to irratate fans the world over, Rebelscum is reporting (by way of Dale Meyers’ copy of the Star Wars Insider) that a figure will be exclusive to the Con. Drat. Now we have to go.
Hasbro Updates Site, adds Toy Trailer
November 15, 2001 | 12:48 AM EST | Adam
Hasbro’s Star Wars Site updated with images of two of the three Silver Anniversary sets. Han & Chewie and Luke & Leia were posted, although it’s a fair bet you’ve already seen these elsewhere.
One thing you haven’t seen before, though, is a video file of Han & Chewie showing the toy from various angles. It’s the kind of thing one would expect from the “Bells & Whistles” era of the site around 1997… considering how rare updates are, this sort of thing was a real surprise.
Still Looking For Vader’s Mom??
November 14, 2001 | 10:06 PM EST | Mark
Check out amazon.com for some figures….
Shmi Skywalker $8.99
Sabe – Queen Decoy $8.99
Tie Interceptor with Figure $29.99
Q&A Update
November 14, 2001 | 4:01 AM EST | Adam
With Every Question For Justice has been updated with the traditional series of updates. And a snide comment to start off with.
With November coming to a close, so will Q&A’s 2001 season. We’ve got two more updates on tap in the next week, so if you want your question to be one of the final twenty (or thirty, if there’s enough questions to make it worthwhile) then please send ’em on in!
New Prototypes And Other Curiosities
November 13, 2001 | 8:57 AM EST | Bill
Gadders has just updated their Prototypes and Rarities sections with the following vintage items:
Mint Carded Double-Telescoping Luke
Ewoks Chief Chirpa Prototype and Proof Card
AT-AT Commander Original Photo Artwork for blister card
Canadian General Veers vacuform
Uzay Chewbacca
Click here for more.
It’s Official EII Release Date Announced
November 12, 2001 | 9:59 PM EST | Bill
The Official Site has just announced the official release date for Attack of the Clones. Click here for more.
Preorder Teebo, BoShek at Entertainment Earth
November 12, 2001 | 5:09 PM EST | Adam
Sponsor Entertainment Earth sent in this newsfeed:
“Pre-order what may be the last Power of the Jedi series of Star Wars action figures! Choose from SW POTJ (Wave 16) 3-Pack (Item# HS84455KK, $29.99) that includes 1x Teebo, 1x BoShek, and 1x R5-D4 or the full case of 12 (Item# 84455K, $89.99) that includes 4x Teebo, 4x BoShek, 4x R5-D4 (Subject to change).”
E2 Banner
November 12, 2001 | 3:16 PM EST | Adam
Reader BillyFett pointed us out to his auction: 1484992668. It’s notable because it’s the Episode II teaser banner… Hayden & Natalie on a pretty dark red background. Odds are this is the real deal, and even though it’s coming from Thailand we expect to see these selling in the USA very soon.
UPDATE: This auction has since been removed.
REAL Stands Newsfeed
November 11, 2001 | 5:42 PM EST | Adam
“Our best selling Type 1 action figure stands for the current line of Star Wars figures (`95 to present), are once again on sale at The Official Star Wars Fan Club. You can now purchase a set of 12 stands for just $3.99, and if your a member of the Fan Club, your price is only $3.49 – that’s just 29 cents each, which is more than 50% off our regular retail price. DON’T WAIT! Supplies are limited; and as always, great offers like this one can end at any time and without notice. REAL Action Stands on sale at The Official Star Wars Fan Club.
Order by phone at 1 – 8 0 0 – T R U E – F A N
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25th Anniversary Han And Chewie 2-Pack Photo
November 11, 2001 | 12:42 AM EST | Bill
The Trade Federation has posted a photo of the upcoming 25th Anniversary Han Solo and Chewbaca 2-pack— and this one is painted. Click here for more.
Bespin Guard Wave on Clearance at Some Stores
November 10, 2001 | 11:01 PM EST | Adam
The Gamestop stores (Gamestop, Software Etc., and Babbages) are starting to mark down a variety of figures in several of their stores, most notably, the Bespin Guard Wave (Bespin Guard, Ketwol, Sabe, Duro.) Prices vary, but mostly we’ve spotted the quartet at $4.99 each, so happy hunting, bargain hunters!
What’s this MYSTERY all about?????
November 9, 2001 | 5:34 PM EST | Mark
Got the DVD? Go check out the Mystery trailer. My initial reaction was to pick my jaw up off of the floor. WOW!!!!
New 2002 Lego Images
November 9, 2001 | 12:46 PM EST | John
The Brickshelf Gallery has posted some pretty nifty scans of the up-and-coming “Final Duel” Boxed Lego set and a loose shot of the “Twin Pod Cloud Car”.Check ’em out! Thanks goes to “twinsuns25” for the tip.
Where to see Vader in the Teaser
November 8, 2001 | 10:31 PM EST | John
Ok, I’m probably beating this to death, so this is the final word on where Vader is in the Teaser Trailer. Many kind Yakkers out there have sent in photo’s outlining what they see, and all are identical. So, I used one sent in by my friend “ADAM” (not our Yakface Adam P.), of the TradeFederation.Net, (a very cool page indeed!). Thanks again, “ADAM”! But, for all those having problems, take a gander above. Enjoy all, and again, thanks to all those who sent images and wrote in!
So, You Still Need A 12″ Biker Scout and Bike?
November 8, 2001 | 8:04 PM EST | Mark
Well, while they are not clearence prices, you can pick one up right now atTarget.com for $49.99 plus shipping. They are now listing the 12″ Speeder Bike and Biker Scout. Click on the link.
More on Vader in the Teaser Trailer
November 8, 2001 | 3:16 PM EST | John
Ok, due to some mail I’ve had, I’ll specify where Vader is in the Teaser, and try to be a bit more explicit as to where to look; As Obi-Wan is flying across the screen with city-scape behind him, on the last couple frames of this you can see it in the buildings behind him. We all know what picture was used on the Darth Vader-Emperor’s Wrath Force-File, right? I’m 99% sure that that is the image that was injected into the scene. It’s there, it’s just very dark. You can’t make out his breathing mouth triangle, but you can clearly see the top of his helmet and down to under his pectoral area. It’s more of a shadow, really, but I could see the shine on his collar-bone silver strips that run from his neck/shoulders to his chest. This is really no big deal, just something cool that was thrown in, like the breathing. Many people have written to me that have found it, and a few just can’t seem to make it out. Freeze the trailer at that point and look directly in front of Obi-Wan’s face. It’s almost as big as him, only in the distance.
Customs Contest
November 8, 2001 | 8:55 AM EST | Bill
Artoos Customs is sponsoring an Episode 2 diorama contest. To enter, submit a picture of you diaroma from Episode 2 to Artooscustoms . Dioramas must include at least 3 figures in a scene. Click here for more.
Want To Play Rogue Leader Today?
November 8, 2001 | 2:34 AM EST | Adam
Friends, are you wanting to play Rogue Leader, the new GameCube Star Wars title, right now? Worried you can’t find a GameCube on launch dya? Well, worry no more! Buzz around the web of a working GameCube mod to play Japanese games on a US system and vice-versa HAS BEEN FOUND!
News was posted at uber-news/store National Console Exchange, a fine store, as well as many others. NCS will be selling modded systems (able to play US and JPN software) for $275, and for do-it-yourself-ers, the mod is supposedly very easy to perform, roughly the same as installing the switch on a Saturn if you’re familliar with that. (Because we need our Salamander fixes.)
So if you’re worried you might not be able to find a US system– which, according to some sources, may not be a problem– here’s the solution. Enjoy!
Darth Vader in Episode II Teaser?!?
November 8, 2001 | 1:59 AM EST | John
That’s what it looks like, at least in this reporter’s humble opinion. “Lord Malakite” sends us this provocative information in which I’ve checked into, and son-of-a-gun if it doesn’t look like Vader’s there, kind of watching. I edited the information “Lord Malakite” sends us to make sure that this article is 100% spoiler-free. He writes;
“I was watching the trailer and noticed something. It appears that Darth Vader is possibly in the Trailer. He appears in last frame of Obi-Wan as he’s quickly flying across the screen, (just before the children in blue suits). It appears on the right side of him on the building. It is really noticable if you can download the large version. If you watch Obi’s expression in the whole sequence it looks like he is actually reacting to the image.”
I doubt it has anything to actually do with the storyline or anything at all for that matter. Lucas may have tossed this easter egg in the teaser to see how many people noticed. Perhaps it’s to go along with the breathing in the trailer itself… who knows. All I know is that, yes, Vader, or moreover something that looks inexplicably like Vader, is in the trailer. Food for thought… A HUGE thanks goes to “Lord Malakite” for sharing this weird information with us. Enjoy, folks!
2002 Lego K-Mart Shelf Tags?
November 8, 2001 | 1:42 AM EST | Adam
Reader JabbaTheSlutt sent us a few pages of scans of K-Mart shelf tags for some upcoming products. From the look of things, these are most likely (ok, fairly definitely) the new Lego sets. Highlight the following text to discover the names of the 2002 Lego sets and their prices. (Due to the Episode II items, we’ve decided to protect the spoiler-wary despite their odd nature to seek out Star Wars news pages that won’t share any real news.)
7103 Jedi Duel $9.98
7113 Tusken Raider Encounter $9.98
7119 Twin-Pod Cloud Car $9.98
7133 Bounty Hunter Pursuit $29.98
7139 Ewok Attack $12.88
7143 Jedi Starfighter $19.98
7153 Jango Fett’s Slave I $49.98
7163 Republic Gunship $84.99
7200 Final Duel I $6.98
7201 Final Duel II $6.98
7203 Jedi Defense I $6.98
We opted not to include the scans, but the information is interesting if nothing else. Most of the stuff is pretty fairly priced, it seems… can’t wait for the Cloud Car!
POTJ Package Changes… It’s Official
November 8, 2001 | 12:45 AM EST | John
The latest breaking news over at Hasbro.com is that the carrded FX-7 wave pictures that have been showing up online, (due to hit retail very soon), are to be the first wave to officially have the Force Files axed. They claim that this is a slight transition of what is to come with the new “generalized” blue packaging that will be making a debut next spring sometime before Episode II. Hop on overto read the full article.
Silver Anniversary Figures
November 7, 2001 | 10:31 PM EST | Mark
Star Wars.com has a new look at the Luke and Leia 25th Anniversary. Click on the link to see it.
Rebelscumiversary
November 7, 2001 | 3:40 PM EST | Adam
Rebelscum is celebrating their fifth anniversary today, so be sure to stop on by and see what wackiness and fun they have in store!
Unreleased Figures Hit e-Bay
November 7, 2001 | 11:33 AM EST | John
e-Bay dealer “noble84” has got a load of as-of-yet unreleased figures up for auction. If only to see these finished items carded, head over and check out their auctions. They have listed the FX-7 wave, Eeth Koth and Zutton, and the long awaited Amanaman and Leia Sail Barge, amongst other things! Pretty cool stuff!
Q&A Update
November 7, 2001 | 1:13 AM EST | Adam
With Every Question For Justice has been updated with everything you need to make delightful throw pillows in half the time. And Star Wars questions. Mostly the second one.
B-Wings Starting Final Markdown
November 6, 2001 | 11:28 PM EST | Adam
Word on the street has it that the B-Wings, in some regions, are being blown out by Target for around $9.94, surely a great price for all. As the chain has different clearances in different stores, not all stores will have them marked down, so keep those eyes open!
Store Reports: Where To Submit?
November 6, 2001 | 10:34 PM EST | Adam
Recently, we’ve been getting a lot of Store Reports at our News account. Unfortunately, the news guys are different than the guys who run the Store Reports page, and the reports don’t always make it to him. To insure your Store Reports are received, remember that the correct address to send them to isstore@yakface.com. As always, thanks for reading Yakface.com!
More Free Stuff
November 6, 2001 | 10:21 PM EST | Bill
The Jawa has come up with yet another set of give aways. This time they have something really different. Ron will be randomingly picking 3 lucky padawan 12″ customizers to attend an online class of 12″ Figure Customizing 101: the construction of a Star Wars character in 12″ figure scale. The custom figure he will be constructing will be BRAINIAC as seen in the cantina scene. Resin parts, cloth material, and a 12″ articulated figure body will be provided by Ron@the Jawa!!!! Shipping also provided!!!
In addition ACPin is sponsoring a second give away for a Falumpaset. Click here for more.
More And More Info about Ep2…
November 6, 2001 | 8:54 PM EST | Mark
November 9 – Internet Preview at dvd.starwars.com
“The best DVD produced to date” (dvdtalk.com) just got better. Beginning on November 9, 2001, the Star Wars Episode I DVD will be your key to unlock an exclusive Episode II Internet Preview. Completely different than the teaser currently running in theaters, the DVD-ROM exclusive Internet Preview features all-new footage from Attack of the Clones.
This anticipated preview requires a PC DVD-ROM drive, internet access and the Episode I DVD. If you don’t have your copy yet, buy one today.
November 16 – Full Teaser Trailer
The full teaser trailer for Episode II is coming – an all-new trailer will play in front of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone starting November 16 in North America and other territories. Picking up where “Breathing” left off, this new trailer is over two minutes in length and features never-before-seen footage and dialogue.
Lucasfilm and Apple will be presenting this new trailer on starwars.com exclusively in QuickTime 5 format.
November 25 – Episode I and Artoo-Detoo: Beneath the Dome
While major motion pictures typically appear first on cable and pay-per-view, the North American premiere television broadcast of Episode I will air on FOX on Sunday, November 25 from 7-10 p.m. ET / PT. Immediately following the feature, FOX will air a six-minute sneak peek of the upcoming web-documentary series, Artoo-Detoo: Beneath the Dome.
Told in three parts, this documentary will be available only here at starwars.com, unearthing never before-seen footage and interviews to tell the story. It features exclusive interviews with Artoo’s Star Wars co-stars, Hayden Christensen, Natalie Portman, Ewan McGregor, Carrie Fisher, Samuel L. Jackson, and with George Lucas, Steven Spielberg and Francis Ford Coppola, the directors who gave Artoo a chance. Click here for more details.
Deluxe Figures Hit Toys “R” Us
November 6, 2001 | 6:53 PM EST | Adam
Reader Casimir of Plano, Texas scanned a receipt from his purchase of the new Deluxe figures. Toys “R” Us was charging $10.99 each, a buck more than expected by most, but they’re starting to show up in more traditional outlets.
Star Wars trailer reviewed on CNN.Com
November 6, 2001 | 12:12 PM EST | John
It’s nice to see, even in the midst of all the worldly confusion, that CNN.com still can post some lightheartedness about our upcoming prequel-sequel. CNN.comdid a nice little write up on the Breathing teaser that hit the net-waves yesterday. Thanks to those who wrote us about it!
Reminder – Teaser Trailer On MTV Today!
November 5, 2001 | 12:51 PM EST | John
Just a reminder! Today on MTV’s Total Request Line they will be showing the new “Breathing” Trailer that’s been showing in front of Monsters Inc. The show airs between 3 and 5:30pm Eastern Standard Time, so, if you can’t download it, set those VCR’s!
Amanaman Hits Hong Kong
November 5, 2001 | 11:57 AM EST | John
Only short weeks after the original case assortment of deluxe figures hits the American shelves, reports are coming to us that the Amanaman has hit in Hong Kong. This usually means within a month they’ll be being spotted in the States. My question? Where is Sail-Barge Leia? I’ve heard from a couple different sources that Amanaman is in this new lot, but nothing on Slave Leia. More on this as we get it…
Teaser Trailer Available NOW!
November 5, 2001 | 11:50 AM EST | John
Alright guys, here it is! Over at Starwars.com, they now have the “Breathing” teaser trailer available for download. Here is a direct link to the download page itself. Please expect delays due to large volumes of downloads, (Anyone remember Episode I’s trailer download? That, on an average, took over a day to download on dial-up…). Good luck, and enjoy!
Q&A Update
November 5, 2001 | 2:00 AM EST | Adam
With Every Question For Justice, the Q&A column with half the content of regular Q&A columns, has been updated with the questions and answers you love so much. Check it out, yo.
More LEGO 2002 Pictures
November 4, 2001 | 9:16 PM EST | Adam
From Bricks to Bothans posted new, clear scans of a trio of new items: the Ewoks, the Ultimate Collectors Series Yoda, and the Lobot figure. All are very cool, so be sure to give FBTB a visit!
New Poll, Old Poll Results
November 3, 2001 | 4:12 PM EST | Adam
With the advent of the new teaser for the new flick, we want to know your opinions– do you think it’s the best thing ever, or just the best thing ever? We need to know!
Our last poll breakdown on the Episode One DVD:
After all the waiting, what do you think of the DVD?
60%: Best Deal Ever!
20%: It’s OK
10%: Didn’t buy it/no DVD player
8%: It took them a year and a half for this?
Anyway, don’t forget to submit your vote today!
Teaser Trailer: Rocks
November 3, 2001 | 12:45 AM EST | Adam
While you’ve probably heard about it or you went out and saw it, I just want to take the time to say that the Attack of the Clones teaser is an amazing piece of work. I was a little surprised by what got stuck in there, and frankly, can’t wait to see it again.
(For the curious, Monsters Inc. wasn’t as great as I was hoping it would be but it was still an enjoyable flick.)
Rogue Leader GameCube Demos Up
November 3, 2001 | 12:42 AM EST | Adam
This evening’s excursion to Target revealed a GameCube demo kiosk, complete with a demo disc with the upcoming Rogue Squadron sequel, Rogue Leader. The stage available was the assault on the first Death Star, and while what I played was easy, it was loads of fun. The targeting computer alone made for a real treat of a game, plus the controller is actually quite excellent.
If you’ve got a few minutes this weekend, give the game a shot. (Now all I gotta do is hope they’re going to have enough units at launch…)
Palm Talkers Continue to Ship
November 2, 2001 | 3:30 PM EST | Adam
Jon from New Jersey wrote in today to tell us he saw pegs of over 50 of the little super-deformed buggers in a Wal-Mart in Piscataway earlier this morning. So if you’re still wanting these guys, don’t give up just yet– they’re still coming.
Attn. Macintosh Gamers
November 2, 2001 | 3:27 PM EST | Adam
Both of you. I got an email today on a petition to get the original Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II game ported to the Mac. Were it to be released, it’d cost around $20, which isn’t too bad for the relatively old game which promises to be updated during the port process.
Since we Mac gamers get the short end of the stick– constantly– this is something I’m definitely in support of. If you want to support it too, sign the petition. The developer is fully aware of it and is very interested in porting the game… the interest just needs to be there. Tell your friends!
Download “Breathless” Trailer Monday From StarWars.com!
November 2, 2001 | 11:53 AM EST | John
TheForce.net is reporting that the code-named “Breathless” teaser trailer, (the short teaser before Pixar’s Monsters flick that incidentally opens today), will be available for download Monday from StarWars.com. Click here to read the details!
Attack of the Clones Teaser Today
November 2, 2001 | 5:59 AM EST | Adam
Showing with Pixar’s Monsters Inc., the new trailer promises a brief look of the prequel sequel. StarWars.com has a feature on it here, although as of now there is no place to download it. We assume this will change relatively soon… so be sure to watch official (and other) outlets if you’re unable to see the latest Pixar flick.
(Or you can go see the new Coen Bros. flick. Good choices all around.)
Q&A Update & E.T.
November 2, 2001 | 2:25 AM EST | Adam
With Every Question For Justice, our poorly named Q&A column, has been updated with questions and answers, and even a tidbit on the murmurs surrounding Bloom County toys.
Also, the E.T. 20th Anniversary goods are showing up at Toys “R” Us, where they’re supposedly exclusives. The E.T. figures I’ve seen of the alien are quite large, not in scale with the humans, so for those wanting a SW-scale E.T. senator, looks like you’ve got to wait at least a little while longer.
Classic Star Wars Shirts Return
November 1, 2001 | 3:22 PM EST | Adam
Many of you have bemoaned the lack of classic trilogy apparel, and apparently, someone has been listening. Last night at Suncoast Motion Picture Co., I found a rack of brand new Star Wars shirts– the artwork is familliar, but these are new. Two regular shirts and a girl’s baby-tee were available, so if you need new shirts, it’s time to hit the mall.
Bacta Luke Giveaway at JundlandWastes.com
November 1, 2001 | 2:51 PM EST | Adam
East Coast Collector News Site JundlandWastes.com wrote in to tell us that they’re giving away a Bacta Luke as part of their trivia contests, and well, we just thought we’d share that with you.
Carded Pics of FX-7 Wave!
November 1, 2001 | 12:06 PM EST | John
SirSteve has posted some carded images of the next long-awaited wave of POTJ figures! Awesome shots, and kudo’s to SirSteve! The images include FX-7, Imperial Officer, Queen Amidala-Royal Decoy, and Rebel Trooper. Check ’em out!
Meet Star Wars Stars in Industry, CA
November 1, 2001 | 11:59 AM EST | John
Got-Toys proudly presents a signing at Frank & Sons Collectible Toy
Show. The following guest include: Jeremy Bulloch (Boba Fett), Michonne Bourriague (Aurra Sing), Phil Brown ( Uncle Owen), Maria De Aragon (Greedo), Hal Wamsley (Jawa), Dave Barclay (Jabba the Hut Puppeteer), Kevin Rubio (Starwars Comic Writer). Figures, Statues, Comics, Cards, Artwork will be avaliable to be signed along with your own Lucas film approved material.
When? Wednesday November 14th from 5pm-9pm
Where? Frank & Sons Collectible Toy Show
19649 San Jose Ave. Industry, Ca 91748.
Contact? For further datails you can reach Brandon Poslof at 818-216-9627 or Donny Ward at 310-346-4568
Last POTJ Wave Confirmed
November 1, 2001 | 11:54 AM EST | John
The news that Adam had posted below has, in fact, been confirmed by Hasbro. Earlier this week Private Universe reported that an Imperial R4-M9 would be released as part of the POTJ assortment. Now, as we’ve confirmed, it will be released instead of the R5-D4 resculpt early next year, along with Teebo and BoShek. Furthermore, it will be the final assortment from the Power Of The Jediline before Episode II merchandise and figures goes into full swing. So, there you have it, folks. This means one thing; Episode II is just around the corner!
Brand New X-Wing Model Ordering Info at HLJ
November 1, 2001 | 4:14 AM EST | Adam
Hobbylink Japan posted their preorder page for the new X-Wing kit. For about US$20, you get parts to make Red 1, Red 2, Red 3, or Red 5, multiple droid heads, boarding ladder, and scores of other moving parts and such. It looks to be a fantastic kit, and makes me wish I had any real skill as a model maker. Don’t miss seeing this one, folks, it’s evidence that a model can still be made to make a fan drool.
The kit is due for release this December.
Free Biggs and 12″ UK Luke
November 1, 2001 | 12:11 AM EST | Bill
The Jawa has scavanged up another set of give aways. This time it’s a Biggs Darklighter Freeze Frame and a UK 12 inch Luke Skywalker. For more information click here.