For those who aren’t aware, Yakface.com is largely based in Detroit, so it’s with incredible joy that I get to publicly congratulate the 2006 DETROIT TIGERS on clinching the American Leage championship and making their first World Series appearance since 1984!!!

P.S. Thank You Maggs!!

Saesee Tiin’s Jedi Starfighter
October 13, 2006 | 1:59 PM EST | Jayson

The fine folks at GalacticHunter.com have posted a great high res shot of the Saesee Tiin Jedi Starfighter. Again using the Delta-7 design, this one has a bright orange deco and is presented in the angular 30th Anniversary Packaging. Head on over to check it out!

Death Star Briefing Set
October 13, 2006 | 11:05 AM EST | rykrofenloe

Great new image of boxed photo… up for preorder… head on over to Entertainment Earth

A Vader to Carry Your Data
October 13, 2006 | 8:20 AM EST | Mark B

This has to be one of the best Star Wars licensed items I have ever seen. This is one of those must haves for the Star Wars fan who is also a computer geek (hey, I can say geek – its not a bad thing anymore – geeks make all the money!!!). These little USB Memory sticks are great for carrying your data back and forth from work, school, or just hanging onto those few great photos that you like to show everyone. While these are a little expensive for the amount of storage they hold, where else are you going to get one shaped like Darth Vader??? These are available now over atStarWarsShop.com

Order 66 – 2 packs news
October 12, 2006 | 4:42 PM EST | rykrofenloe

R2Dtoys.com has listed some information on the upcoming Order 66 2-pks.

Click Here for more details in our forums. Special thanks to Yakface forum member Rune Haako for the heads up.

Target Unleashed Clearance
October 12, 2006 | 2:33 PM EST | rykrofenloe

It appears that some Target stores are already putting their exclusive Boba Fett and General Grievous on clearance, as we have had reports of this as well as personally spotting them for $13.85 in St. Louis. So if you’ve been holding back now may be the time to pick them up.

EDIT: Piggybacking on Justin’s post, I’ve seen these 2 as well on clearance for less than $10.00 in the Minneapolis area. Probably to make shelf space available for the Snowspeeder and Fisto Starfighter – Jayson

Master Replicas News
October 12, 2006 | 9:05 AM EST | Mark

From the great folks at Master Replicas:

At long last, Master Replicas’ highly anticipated Clone Trooper Helmet from Episode III is In Stock!

To create our Clone Trooper helmet replica, Lucasfilm provided Master Replicas with the original ILM digital character files – no physical helmets were actually created for the film! From these digital files, we generated a 3D model to use as a master pattern to create accurate molds from which we produce our helmets in high quality fiberglass. Since we used original computer renders, you can be assured that our Clone Trooper helmet is an exact replica, accurately repeating the multitude of subtle shapes and curves that make up this incredible piece of armor that bridges the gap between the Clone Trooper forces of the prequels and the Stormtroopers of the classic trilogy.

Clone Trooper Helmets are shipping now! If you have not already ordered yours, click here!

Behind-the Scenes: Clone Trooper Helmet (In Stock Now!)
Halloween Sale Spotlight on… Sarah Murphy!
MR Games

Medicom Santa Jack Pre-Order
Nightmare Before Christmas in 3-D in theaters Oct. 20

Star Trek Ship Fetches Over Half a Mil
Master Replicas Needs YOU
Peter Jackson and The Hobbit

Halloween. Sure it’s a lot of fun when you’re a kid – dressing up and begging door-to-door for treats. But it gets better when you’re an adult; in fact, behind New Years Eve and Super Bowl Sunday, Halloween is the most popular “party” night in the United States for adults. So if you’re reading this and you haven’t decided what you’re going to dress up as – maybe because you think you’re too old for Halloween – then pay attention, because we’re going to make it easy for you to put together a bang-up costume. And if you already know what you’re going to be…well, Master Replicas has some special offers to help you accentuate that already cool costume.

Really, who better to help with Halloween Costumes than MR? After all, props are merely extensions of a character’s costume, right? And this way, when the holiday is over, you’ve still got an awesome collectible to add to your collection… Let’s explore, shall we?

Pirates of the Caribbean
Sure, you may not be as good looking as Johnny Depp, the actor who portrays Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean film franchise…and you’re almost certainly not as rich. And no way are you that charismatic or charming. *sigh* Johnny. Wait, what were we talking about? Oh yeah, the point is, Jack Sparrow is sure to be one of the most popular Halloween costumes this holiday season. And Master Replicas has the accessories that you need to ensure you have the best buccaneer booty on the block!

Give that Jack Sparrow costume a touch of authenticity with replicas of one (or both) of Jack Sparrow’s weapons of choice:

Jack Sparrow Sword Limited Edition
“‘Tis the edge of me blade you’ll be feeling!” Master Replicas is proud to offer an authentic replica of Jack Sparrow’s Sword, meticulously recreated to give your office or home an air of swashbuckling swagger.

Jack Sparrow Flintlock Limited Edition
Keep your powder dry! Jack Sparrow’s flintlock is painstakingly replicated as an authentic hero prop from Master Replicas.

Or maybe good guys aren’t your thing…think you’ve got the tentacles to pull off a Davy Jones costume? If so, you’ll be needing:

Davy Jones Key Replica
The key to a great costume can be yours! Davy Jones’ key to the Dead Man’s Chest lies within your grasp as an authentic hero prop from Master Replicas.

Mouseketeer Ears
Say dashing Pirate heroes are not your thing… well, how about going as a Mouseketeer with MR’s Mickey Mouse Club Mouseketeer Ears Replica? (Oh, you think we’re joking? It’s a real costume!) All you have to do is show up to the party, walk in the door, wave cheerfully announce yourself as, “Annette!”

And now, for all you would-be Mouseketeers, Master Replicas is pleased to offer a limited edition coupon, good for $20 off of the Mouseketeer Ears Replica. Just enter coupon code:

20EARS

…and save!

The Chronicles of Narnia
It was one of last years’ biggest blockbuster events, and you can bet that characters from The Chronicles of Narnia will be making an encore appearance this year for Halloween! And whether you fancy yourself a good-guy or a bad-guy, Master Replicas has the perfect accessories to complete that Narnia costume – unless you fancy yourself a big, talking lion. You’re on your own for that.

Just enter the code:

Narnia50

…and save $50 on either of the following Narnia Limited Edition Prop Replicas!

Narnia Peter’s Sword
The oldest of the four Pevensie children was given this weapon by Father Christmas in the film… but this beautiful sword doesn’t just have to be for a King Peter costume – you can use if for any medieval dress-up!

Narnia White Witch’s Wand
All the other witches on your block will be wearing black. In Narnia, white is the new black! Give your White Witch costume that finishing touch with this elegant wand prop replica!

Force FX Lightsabers
Of course, these are absolutely essential for any Jedi or Sith costume. Wow your friends and neighbors with the 64 super-bright LEDs that light up sequentially, and the motion-senor controlled sounds of the Force FX Lightsabers! Imagine – you’re at a party, dressed as Darth Vader, and suddenly you spy, across the room, someone else dressed as Obi-Wan Kenobi… and he has a little plastic lightsaber.

Well, no question who is the Master now, right?

Just in time for Halloween, use coupon code:

20FX20

…and receive $20 off of any Force FX Lightsaber (offer excludes the Darth Maul Signature Edition Force FX!)

Choose from:

Obi-Wan Kenobi Force FX Lightsaber
Mace Windu Force FX Lightsaber
Anakin Skywalker Force FX Lightsaber
Darth Maul “Battle Damaged” Single-Bladed Force FX Lightsaber
Darth Maul Dual Full Double-Bladed Force FX Lightsaber
Darth Vader Force FX Lightsaber

Darth Vader Episode III Lightsaber Limited Edition
Okay, say you want to do the aforementioned Darth Vader costume, but you don’t feel the need to show off with a flashy blade. You just want a lightsaber hilt to hang off your big, black belt… Well, we’ve got something for you, too. You can purchase the Darth Vader Episode III Lightsaber Limited Edition – supplies are VERY LIMITED – using coupon code:

50VADER3

…and save $50 on this Limited Edition. Plus, you get a cool collectible when the holidays are done!

All coupon codes expire 11/22/06! And when Halloween is over, send us your pictures of your costumes to customerservice@masterreplicas.com!

In this week’s “Spotlight,” we take a look at our very own Sarah Murphy … Take it away, Sarah!

Who are you, and what do you do at Master Replicas?
• I’m Sarah Murphy, I support the wholesale sales team, and do trade shows.
Give us a little personal background – where did you grow up, go to school, etc?
• I’m a local (I was actually born a couple of miles from the home office here in Walnut Creek) and have lived here most of my life. I did live briefly in Florence, Italy, and went to college at CSU Chico. (Getting into Chico State may not be much of an accomplishment- but I assure you, getting out is!)
What is your favorite Master Replicas product, and why?
• The Cinderella Slipper, some people might say I have a princess complex…
If you were a replica, what would you be?
• I’d be the Travelocity Gnome. He gets to go everywhere!
What is your dream product (or license) for Master Replicas?
• I love the Muppet photo puppets, I really want us to make Statler and Waldorf, the two old guys in the balcony.
Master Replicas has got to be a lot of fun – any amusing stories about any of your co-workers?
• Well, I like my job, so I have to be a bit selective…
But since this is Travis’ question, this is fair. Travis, our Marketing Manager pointed out that one of our sales reps (who also happened to be his roommate) likes to work in his underwear. This happened to come up in a conference call and as it turns out the offender was pants-less at the time. Retribution was swift, and within an hour I had a picture of Travis dressed in his girlfriend’s ballet costume. (A fairy princess, complete with wings, pointy ears, and what appears to be a bottle of beer) Travis was out of the office at the time, so we papered his desk, the kitchen, supply closets, reception area, the CEO’s office; we even framed some and made it the wall paper on his computer. I still don’t know if he has not found them all or if he likes the way he looks in lavender tulle.
Do you collect anything? If so, what?
• Shoes & purses
You share an office with Heather…so what’s her deal?
• Heather is pretty much my least favorite person at MR, but we all have our crosses to bear… Honest, the giggling that comes from our office is just a sham…
Murphy. That’s a good Irish name…what does a typical St. Patrick’s Day consist of for you?
• Guinness, Bailey’s, Jameson, Corned beef, Harps, Bushmills, Black & Tan’s, oh yeah, and beer.
Corey Haim or Corey Feldman ?
• Feldman- c’mon- Goonies?

In honor of our Spectacular Halloween sale we thought it would be fun to play some Halloween trivia this week!

To play, send us an email to games@masterreplicas.com with your full name, shipping address, email address, phone number and the correct answers to the questions below. All e-mails with the correct answers will be entered into our prize pool. We will randomly select one winner from the pool. The winner will be announced in an upcoming newsletter. This week’s winner will receive a FX lightsaber that you can use for your Halloween costume! Good luck!

Question #1:

Every Halloween, Charlie Brown helps his friend Linus wait for what character to appear?

Question #2:

What country celebrates “The Day of the Dead” instead of Halloween?

Question #3:

What are male witches called?

Naboo Wave In Stock
October 11, 2006 | 11:38 PM EST | rykrofenloe

Head on over to KBtoys.com if you are looking to acquire some figures from the Naboo Wave…

Photonovel Update – Duel of the Sith
October 11, 2006 | 10:52 PM EST | rykrofenloe

First a preview, now a complete photonovel update – courtesy of Brent S!

Tonight we get a special update, as Brent delivers two versions of his latest chapter in his photonovel series.

Click Here for a traditional photonovel version.

Or you can Click Here for a comic book version.

Either way, be sure to check out Brent’s exciting series, and diorama fans will be sure to enjoy his custom Gardulla the Hutt’s palace in this chapter.

Rykrof Enloe #11 Preview
October 11, 2006 | 10:20 PM EST | rykrofenloe

A new chapter in Soldier of Virtue: The Enloe Chronicles will be updated soon.

Following a recent battle on Cholganna, Rykrof Enloe has gained the attention of the Supreme Chancellor and will soon face a great Separatist force on the distant planet Rhen Var.

For more previews of this series and other photonovels by Yakface forum members, Click Here.

New Unleashed Battle Packs
October 11, 2006 | 8:56 PM EST | rykrofenloe

Our friends over at Galactic Hunter have updated with some great pics of upcoming Unleashed Battle Packs. Click Here to view the images.

INDY IV Getting Closer?
October 11, 2006 | 9:04 AM EST | Mark B

Businessweek has a great article about George Lucas’ recent $175 Million donation to the USC Film School. The article talks quite a bit about Indy IV and the possibility of filming next year for a 2008 release. The best quote “Harrison Ford better be getting in shape”.

Watch Those Mailboxes!
October 10, 2006 | 5:04 PM EST | Jayson

Customizer Spotlight – Owen D.
October 9, 2006 | 9:33 PM EST | rykrofenloe

Tonight we take a look at another masterpiece by Owen D. – a custom Geonosis Arena Playset. The preview pic does not do this piece justice, so be sure to head on over to www.owenscustoms.com for dozens of pics of this one of a kind playset.

Naboo Wave at Walgreens
October 9, 2006 | 9:19 PM EST | rykrofenloe

We’ve had some reports that the Naboo Wave has been showing up at Walgreens stores. But don’t expect to find the whole wave at a single store, Walgreens distribution centers break up cases of figures and send each store just 1-3 figures usually per case in their weekly shipments.

Sure enough, I went to four Walgreens stores on my way home tonight, and found one Naboo figure at one store – Gragra.

Retail at Walgreens for Star Wars figures is usually $7.99.

Corgi, Master Replicas Merger
October 9, 2006 | 9:11 PM EST | Bill

That’s right, it looks like MR will be merging with Corgi sometime in the late 4th Quarter 2006.Click here for the full story on Yahoo finance. The short version, is that it looks like we’ll all be looking forward to hearing Corgi’s 2007 product announcements as the article indicates that the company will retain the Corgi name.

Star Wars Action News – Episode 59
October 9, 2006 | 10:36 AM EST | Scott

The 30th Anniversary of Star Wars is well underway and…wait, no…the 30th Anniversary of Star Wars is next year. Still, Hasbro has seen fit to begin releasing 30th Anniversary merchandise in celebration of the 29th year of Star Wars! Arnie and Marjorie found the first three tins in this set for The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, and Revenge of the Sith. With four figures and a collector’s tin, are these packages worth the almost $30 they cost? Arnie and Marjorie review them in detail. In addition, we do a rundown on the latest on-line pre-orders, and a detailed update on the building of the Sithsonian!

Be sure to listen to this week’s Star Wars Action News, which can be downloaded here

And if you enjoy the podcast, don’t forget to cast a vote for us at Podcast Alley! It takes only a few seconds and let’s us know you enjoy the show and want us to continue. You can vote for us atPodcast Alley

Thank you for listening, and may the Force be with you!

 

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Rage of the Wookiees!
October 8, 2006 | 7:37 PM EST | rykrofenloe

We’re only one week into this month’s Yakfinities Customizing Challenge, and have had several entries already this month. With three weeks still to go before the end of October, there is plenty of time for customizers to join in the fun and add a submission in our forums.

For more information on this month’s contest and to view the submissions so far, click here.

 

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The Entire Star Wars Saga Back To Back
October 8, 2006 | 3:48 PM EST | Bill

This just in from Darth Soprano:

I just saw an advertisement on Cinemax that all episodes of the Star Wars saga are going to be shown Back to Back, it starts on Demand November 2; and on regular Cinemax sometime later in November, I am there.

Talk about a film fest!

Update – For more information, Click Here

 

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Action HQ Update
October 7, 2006 | 8:41 PM EST | Bill

Action-HQ.com -bringing the Best to you First next week with 400% Darth Vader Kubrick & More!

Available next week:
Star Wars 400% Darth Vader Kubrick w/removable mask & lightsaber!

Click here to order.

 

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Rebel 3-Pack Sold Out
October 7, 2006 | 8:22 AM EST | Mark B

 

The 3 Pack of 12″ Endor Rebels is now officially sold out at Sideshow Collectibles. But fear not, if you missed out on the set of 3 – you can still get all 3 (same packaging, they will just ship separately). The first of the 3 is available right now at Sideshow and the rest will be available about a week apart…

 

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Need An FX Saber For Your Costume?
October 6, 2006 | 11:32 PM EST | Bill

You’re in luck! The Saber Vault has just a few more Vader ESB, Kenobi ROTS, Anakin ROTS, and Maul TPM FX lightsabers left instock all at some of the best prices around and with free shipping in the US as always! Order now to get them by Halloween! Also, there are a few of the Obi Wan Return of the Sith LE saber at their incredibly low price, order yours soon before they’re gone. Click here to order.

 

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Yak QnA
October 6, 2006 | 5:07 PM EST | Mark B

What? What did you say? Yep, that’s right Yak QnA has been updated. A couple of the answers are sure to send flames my way….bring them on! Thanks to everyone who has sent in questions, we’ll have another Yak QnA update next week as well!

 

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StarWarsShop.com: Lego/Gentle Giant Maquettes
October 6, 2006 | 4:33 PM EST | Jayson

 

StarwarsShop.com has added some new goodies today. Gentle Giant has teamed up with Lego to produce the 6″ Darth Vader and 6″ Stormtrooper Lego Maquette. These are StarWarsShop.com Exclusives and are scheduled for release in March 2007. Head on over to pre-order yours today.

 

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Hasbro Q&A or: How I Learned To Stop Worrying And Love The Ewok
October 6, 2006 | 12:28 PM EST | Scott

 

Do ya like Ewoks? Sure we all do. Whether with mustard, gravy or perhaps with a side of fries, Ewok makes any meal that much better. So if you’re jonesing for an answer as to whether or not H is dishing up more ewoks, click on over to today’s Q&A sesson.

Next week we’ll share our secret recipe for a dish we like to call…wok-kabobs….deeeelish!

UPDATE Hasbro just dropped me an email to let me know that there will be NO Q&A sesson next week (bummer), but will return on 10/20. So keep those questions rolling in guys!

 

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Kubrick: Series 7 Images
October 6, 2006 | 11:49 AM EST | Jayson

 

Our friends at JediDefender.com have posted some great shots of the upcoming Series 7 Kubrick wave. Click the photo above to check them out! And look for them to start hitting the U.S. in next month!

 

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Endor Strike Force Now Available
October 5, 2006 | 9:56 PM EST | Mark B

 

GO GET ‘EM…..
For a limited time you can order the set of 3 and save on shipping, plus you get a $25 Sideshow Gift Card as well!!!
(To get the set of 3, click through and log on with your newsletter logon and you can order the set).

 

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Death Star Briefing Room
October 5, 2006 | 3:42 PM EST | Mark B

 

StarWarsShop.com is now taking orders for the Imperial Briefing Room 7-Pack of figures. Here’s your chance to pick up a bunch of imperial officers (and another Vader)!!!

 

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D & S Sci-fi Toy World Update
October 5, 2006 | 12:08 PM EST | rykrofenloe

New items in stock and more for pre-order at www.dnstoys.com

– New Unleashed 3″ Sets
– Kotobukiya Slave Leia Model
– Titanium 3 3/4″ C-3PO & Grevious Figures
– Many Heroes & Villians/Greatest Battles Figures Added
– SW Unleashed 7″ Luke & Vader, Best Buy Vader

Plus a lot more, head on over for complete listings by clicking here.

 

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Rebel Strike Commandos Go On Sale Today
October 5, 2006 | 11:17 AM EST | Mark B

 

The set of 3 Rebel Strike Commandos from Sideshow goes on sale tonight (time is not set specifically, watch here for details). Make sure to click through and get added to the Sideshow newsletter so you can order these in advance!

 

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Star Wars Chicks: Fight for the Cure
October 5, 2006 | 10:15 AM EST | Jayson

 

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to show your support, we encourage you to visitStarWarsChicks.com and purchase a “Star Wars Chick” lapel pin. The pins are one-of-a-kind, created exclusively for StarWarsChicks.com in the shape of their very own Star Wars Chick.

All net proceeds raised from the Fight for the Cure campaign are donated to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Visit StarWarsChicks.com for more info.

To show our support, we’ve changed our Yakface Banner to include the BCAF’s signature Pink Ribbon, which will remain up for the rest of October.

 

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Help A Fan…Find A Fan!
October 5, 2006 | 10:11 AM EST | Scott

One of the services we provide here at Yaks is helping fans connect with each other. My friend Amy O. wrote me concerning the following dilemma she’s having…

“I’m searching for a Star Wars fan. Not just anyone, this person is unique because she’s female (not o ton of us out there like the guys) I’m hoping that there is someone here that might know her, or know of her. It’s very possible that she belongs to a group out there somewhere. I met this person at the opening weekend of Where Science Meets Imagination at COSI in Columbus Ohio. We were in an elevator with bunch of Stormtroopers and she noticed my tattoos. She told me she had ‘Star Wars’ across her back (didn’t get around to showing me). Anyhoo, we never exchanged names or info (short elevator ride). I’d really like to get in touch with her. She’s probably in her 20’s, about 5’6, short haircut.”

So, are you the person Amy is looking for? or do you know who she is? Contact Me and I’ll put you in touch with her.

 

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George Lucas Quits
October 4, 2006 | 10:32 PM EST | Mark B

That’s right, our beloved George Lucas has quit…..making movies (ok, with the exception of Indy 4 and a WWII Feature). Variety Online has an interesting story about George quitting the major movie business and turning toward TV and Animation….an interesting read!

 

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TRU Battle Packs
October 4, 2006 | 9:31 PM EST | rykrofenloe

We’ve been getting reports of the following Battle Packs being spotted in Toysrus stores –

– Battle Above the Sarlaac
– Sith Lords Attack
– Jedi vs. Darth Sidious

Priced at $19.99, these latest Battle Packs are a good deal for those who missed out on earlier figures or may even want extras for customs.

Be sure to check out the regular Star Wars section for these – the ones I saw today were placed in the regular aisle rather than at the front promotion display Toysrus is currently running.

 

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Yakfinities Winner Update
October 4, 2006 | 9:19 PM EST | rykrofenloe

On Sunday the winners were announced for September’s Yakfinities Customizing Challenge – Order 66 Survivors.

After seeing the inspiration behind Yakface forum member Jordan’s winning entry, it would be an injustice to his adorable daughter to not spotlight the custom. For the drawing, Jordan has won a VSTC Biker Scout.

Keep up the good work Yakkers and for your efforts, a random entry in October’s Challenge will win a SAGA2 Death Star Gunner.

 

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New Friends Added
October 4, 2006 | 8:01 PM EST | Jayson

Yakface would like to welcome Yodanews.com and their NEW partner siteGentleGiantCollectors.com to our friends and family plan. GentleGiantCollectors.com has printable checklists for not only Star Wars Mini Bust, Statues and Bust Ups, but for Lord of the Rings and the Harry Potter franchises as well. Be sure to check them out as they’ll be adding new images and product registry soon.

 

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Ready To Name A Sith Lord?
October 4, 2006 | 7:21 AM EST | Bill

Del Rey has just announced a contest to name the Dark Lord of the Sith which will appear in an upcoming novel of the Legacy of the Force Series, including an acknowledgement on the dedication page! Check it out at Darth Who.com

 

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SW30 Merchandise Spotted!
October 3, 2006 | 4:23 PM EST | Scott

 

Sometimes a camera phone is a reporter’s best buddy. Without it I wouldn’t be able to bring you the above pic of the new comemorative tin I spotted at my local TRU.

This is also the first merchandise I’ve seen hit the shelves decked out in the new SW-30 packaging.

This is the ROTS set with Mace Windu (straight repack of ROTS-10), Yoda (Appears to be ROTS-03 with VOTC Yoda cloak and cane), Anakin (Evolutions) and AT-RT Driver (Repaint).

Also on hand were the three new Battle Packs (Battle Above the Sarlacc, Jedi vs. Darth Sidious and Sith Lord Attack)

 

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Visions Of The Future Continue
October 3, 2006 | 7:31 AM EST | Bill

The team over at Galactic Hunter have tracked down more 411 on what’s coming in Hasbro’s 2007 line, this time via one of the French Star Wars sites, The Sith Clan, it appears that the Sith Infiltrator, an E-wing, an ARC-170 with figure pack-ins, and a Clone Wars ARC-170 are all on the way, as is the Yavin wave. In addition it appears, at least in Europe the “chase” coins may be a mail in. Check out the The Sith Clan here.

 

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Customizer Spotlight – Brent S
October 2, 2006 | 11:35 PM EST | rykrofenloe

Tonight we take a look at another custom spotlight, this time a custom Gardulla the Hutt’s Palace from our very own BrentS.

In addition to moderating in our forums, Brent has become one of the more active customizers in the hobby over the past year and is always willing to offer advice to fellow customizers. In fact for this diorama, he worked with a well known customizer known as The Findswoman for some of the accessories to the diorama. For more pics of this fantastic diorama, simply click here.

Photonovel readers can also look forward to seeing this in the future in one of Brent’s excellent chapters in our Photonovel Section.

 

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2007— The Galactic Hunt Strikes Back
October 2, 2006 | 9:48 PM EST | Bill

That’s right, it looks like we’ll all be on the chase again next year. The team over at Rebelscum.comhas posted the latest insights into what we can expect in the 2007 Star Wars figure line, including an IG-88 in the vintage line and gold chase coins, among other accessories in the basic line. Read the full story here.

 

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Hasbro: Three NEW Battle Packs
October 2, 2006 | 6:48 PM EST | Jayson

I just received an email blast from BigBadToyStore.com stating that they have just put three new Battle Packs up for preorder they are: The Battle of Geonosis, Capture of the Tantive and Jedi Training on Dagobah. No details are given for the figures (or more importantly the sculpts) that are included in the Battle Packs.

 

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Star Wars Action News – Episode 58
October 2, 2006 | 11:46 AM EST | Scott

 

On Star Wars Action News this week, new toys were found! After a long dry spell, with little new Hasbro product hitting shelves, Arnie, Marjorie, and Scott all found some new little, plastic goodness. Listen to find out what hit shelves and pegs near them!

Halloween is right around the corner as well. Will you dress up as a ghost, a vampire, or a Sith? From casual costumes good for Halloween to higher-end costumes suited for everything from Halloween to Celebration 4, Marjorie and Arnie give you the rundown of what’s out there, where to get it, and when to wear it!

Finally, last week Arnie teased about having a new, exciting collectible coming to him in the mail. On Saturday it arrived, and now Marjorie and Arnie review it first-hand. What is this mystery item? Listen to find out!

This Sunday Star Wars Action News will be releasing episode 59 a little early to those who chose to join us for the first Star Wars Action News listener party. Join us in the chat room and listen to the show before anyone else can! Just go to www.starwarsactionnews.com at 6 p.m. CST on Sunday, October 8th to join in the fun!

Thank you for listening. If you want to help support our show, please cast a vote for us at Podcast Alley. They never spam you, and it only takes about 15 seconds of your time, and we would greatly appreciate it!

Also, don’t forget our contest is still open to win a Gentle Giant clone mini-bust from Episode III. All you have to do is write a haiku or limerick about Star Wars. Marjorie, Arnie, Jakob, and Scott will be picking their favorite, and if it’s yours you get the bust! All the details can be found atwww.starwarsactionnews.com

Until next week, may the pegs be stocked…

 

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Toyguide Update: #46 Rebel Trooper
October 2, 2006 | 10:33 AM EST | Jayson

 

The Yakface Toyguide updates today with the addition of Rebel Trooper. As part of the Endor Strike Team, these Rebel Troopers were instrumental in the overtaking of the Imperial Bunker, thus allowing the penetration of the Death Star’s Energy Shield.

 

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I Find Your Quack of Faith Disturbing
October 1, 2006 | 9:51 PM EST | Mark B

No, that’s not a typo. I have received probably the funniest Star Wars related product from my friend Jeff tonight. Just be careful with it around the other rubber ducks….you never want to call him the ulgy duckling! At Firebox.com – I present to you Duck Fader

 

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Yakfinities – Wookiees and Winners!
October 1, 2006 | 8:23 PM EST | rykrofenloe

We have a lot of news to report regarding the Yakfinities Customizing Challenges!

(1) Our forum members have voted, and for the 3rd Yakfinities Challenge, customizers will create their own custom Wookiees. In honor of Halloween, there will also be a Halloween theme. Customizers will be free to make their own Wookiee, or a Halloween theme custom instead. Or, customizers are free to incorporate Wookiees into a Halloween theme. One random entry will receive a free SAGA2 Death Star Gunner. For more details on the October Customizing Challenge or to join in, click here.

(2) Also, we have our winners for the second Customizing Challenge – Order 66 Survivors. Forum members Jordan Hoffer wins a MOMC VSTC Biker Scout and Duke19 wins a MOMC SAGA2 Sandtrooper. Both winners please email me here so we can send your prizes to you. To view all the entries for Order 66 Survivors, click here.

 

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Customizer Spotlight – Jedistyle
October 1, 2006 | 7:34 PM EST | rykrofenloe

To kick off October’s customizing updates, we take a look at some more great customs by Yakface forum member Jedistyle. To see more of his great work, click here.

 

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Toyguide Update: #045 Darth Vader
October 1, 2006 | 6:56 AM EST | Jayson

 

The Yakface Toyguide updates today with the addition of Darth Vader. Based off of the originalPOTJ mold, this Vader now sports removable lightening and retooled cybernetic components.

A word of caution: The scuplted red and blue wires that protrude from the right hand are formed from hard, brittle plastic. If he happens to fall over and lands just right, these wires can snap off. Trust me I learned the hard way.