October 2007 Archive | Yakface.com

Tantive IV Custom
October 31, 2007 | 10:25 PM EST | Bill

While it may not take up a tractor trailer, like one we saw several years ago, our friends over at The Private Unverse have updated with some incredible images of an Italian Custom Tantive IV Check it out here.

Happy Halloween!
October 31, 2007 | 1:22 AM EST | Justin2

Don’t forget to get those Halloween customs submitted for this month’s Yakfinities folks!

Check out the latest submissions or get your entry in HERE.

More importantly, we wish all our readers a Happy Halloween. Have fun out there but be safe!

TV Series Details
October 30, 2007 | 11:10 PM EST | Bill

The Official Site has updated with lots of juicy details on both the upcoming Animated Series– 22 episodes the first season alone, and the live action series– Boba Fett– what more need be said. Oh, there’s mention of possibly 400 episodes of the live action series!!! Check it out here.

Yakface Halloween Costume Contest
October 30, 2007 | 12:42 AM EST | Justin2

If there’s one contest surely everyone can enter during the Yakface.com 10th Anniversary Contests, it’s the Halloween Costume Contest!

Sponsored by Gentle Giant, the winner of this contest will win a Gentle Giant General Grievous Bust!

Check out the rules and get your entry in on time after the jump!

The Death Star Review
October 28, 2007 | 6:33 PM EST | Holocron_Master_Nick

The Death Star
Written by Michael Reaves and Steve Perry

Reviewed by Holocron Master Nick

We all know the fate of the original Death Star, well, unless you’ve never seen the original trilogy or if this is the first Star Wars book you’ve read, then maybe you don’t and I’m not gonna ruin it by telling you. What I can tell you is that Michael Reaves along with Steve Perry have both separately written other Star Wars novels and together have written the two unique Medstar novels. Of which, one of the characters from those books is present in Death Star, Dr. Uli Davini.
We know that this book takes place quite a few decades later from the Phantom Menace when we first got a glimpse of a secret project that was brought to the Geonosions for further refinement and support of its construction. We also know it is still in its infancy at the beginning of the book, just a skeletal structure. Much like what was in the Return of the Jedi.
We can also figure in that those characters such as Tarkin, Vader and the Emperor will most likely be mentioned or make appearances.
But what you don’t know, until you read the book is that it is filled with brand new characters, alien species and personalities that you might not have figured would be involved in something that can literally blow up planets. Reaves and Perry do a great job of introducing these characters and making some of them actually likable and you begin to forget that they are the “bad guys.”
If you’ve ever seen the movie Clerks, there’s a discussion between the two main characters about the building of the Death Star and unions and how many workers it took and all that stuff. Those are some of the questions maybe a lot of people had or perhaps maybe some people never even wondered about how it was built.
The Death Star does tell us the logistics, the planning, the slave labor and the machinations of Tarkin and a few others that got this monstrosity built. It was to be the ultimate deal breaker or deal maker, when dealing with the societies and planets that were to fall in line with the Empire.
They use a clever name for the prison planet that the Death Star is being built in orbit above and they even reference an old Playstation game called Teräs Käsi, a strange fighting game that really never took off. You’ll find that they’ve (the authors) done their homework and then some. There’s also some more insight into Vader’s situation and his thoughts and to why he’s stuck in an outdated tech of a life-support suit.
It may not be my favorite Star Wars novel, nor is it in my top ten of favorites, but it is a decent read. And for those who have or had questions about how the thing was actually built, well the science of it sounds pretty good and makes sense, mostly.
At first it seems that there may be too many characters to follow and it is a little confusing, but as the story goes along you get into a rhythm of switching from one character to another. As it goes the chapters are on average 3-4 pages long, which can be a good thing when you don’t have a lot of time and want to advance the story a bit, but it can get a little annoying; if it were a movie there would be jump cuts every few minutes and they would seem to not go together at all. But since it is a book and you have the ability to go back a few pages to review what the specific character was doing or what the scene was, well it helps a little.
If you’re looking for lots of action, this isn’t the book. If you like Star Wars references and foreshadowing there’s a bunch of that, even down to a remark as to what may be living in the garbage compactors.
Is there humor? Yes. But it’s the Star Wars universe kind of humor and you may have to be up on your movies to get some of it. Plus, through out the book they may have used the word big and other variations of the descriptive, a bit too much. We get the idea that it’s huge, but as it goes we’re subject to the thoughts and words of the characters that are seeing it for the first time and what their reactions are.
Is the book boring? Yes and no. Like I said it’s mostly about the design, construction and implementation of the tools and workers it took to construct the battle station and for some people that is interesting, but for those who are reading say The Legacy of the Force series it may be a bit dull.
Reaves and Perry are excellent writers, whether they are doing their own books or collaborating on one like this, but there’s only so much they can do with the subject material and they do, do their best.
Since this is my first review for Yakface and I appreciate the chance and opportunity to do so, I’m gonna implement a small grading scale. We’ll go with lightsabers. One lightsaber is not good, but five lightsabers is really good. So for this book, I’d have to give it 2 lightsabers.
Since I’ll be reviewing other Star Wars novels and I’ll also try to get to the comics too, if people want those reviewed, let me know in the forums. My forum name is Tek Vorian, but I’ll be reviewing under the title Holocron Master Nick. For other books, I’ll probably do a spoiler version and a non-spoiler version, for those who just want to know if it’s worth their time or not.
If anyone has questions or comments, please address them to Tek Vorian in the forums. Thank you and happy reading!

Wave 4 TAC In Stock @ TRU.com
October 26, 2007 | 11:38 AM EST | Mark

Over at ToysRUs.com they have in stock the Wave 4 TAC.

Head on over if you are looking for any of these figures.

Rykrof Enloe Chapter 21 – The Chancellor’s Gift
October 26, 2007 | 11:22 AM EST | Justin2

After what seems like forever, a new chapter in the Rykrof Enloe series is finally complete.

Check out the latest installment in the photonovel saga after THE JUMP!

UPDATE: Forum is back up!
October 24, 2007 | 10:50 PM EST | Brandon

Hello fellow readers! As I know many of you are aware, our forum server is currently down. We’re experiencing some issues related to php, cgi, and script errors and are working diligently on the backend to get the server back up and running. At this moment we have no approximation regarding when the forum will be back up and running but we plan to keep members informed with server updates. We understand that there are a lot of contests running right now because of the Anniversary Bash and the hosts will work hard to change deadlines to accomadate. That just means we’ll be celebrating our Anniversary in November (even longer! YAY!). Thanks for being patient while we remedy the situation!

UPDATE: The forums are back up and running! We are sorry for this outage. We had to take the server down for some preventative maintainence. We will try in the future to provide more notice to members for future downtimes.

Star Wars Fan Days Coverage
October 24, 2007 | 8:00 PM EST | Justin2

Our friends over at Rebelscum.com have posted several new images of upcoming figures from the next Evolutions line, The Force Unleashed, of the next two vehicles we will be seeing on shelves, and many other upcoming goodies.

Head on over there and check them out for yourself after the jump!

Forum Downtime
October 24, 2007 | 7:40 PM EST | Justin2

The Yakface.com forums are currently down. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to have them back up as soon as possible.

Star Wars Wave 6 – In Stock!
October 23, 2007 | 12:29 AM EST | Justin2

If you’re looking for the latest figures, D&S Toys has updated with several new preorders, but also now has Wave 6 listed in stock.

Head on over to www.dnstoys.com and grab the latest wave!

Black Illusion Photonovel Series Finale
October 23, 2007 | 12:14 AM EST | Justin2

Forum member raziel has wrapped up his photonovel series, Black Illusion.

Check out the final chapter of this entertaining saga after the jump!

Clone Wars AT-TE Coming in Fall 2008?
October 22, 2007 | 8:02 PM EST | Justin2

During their coverage of Dallas Fan Days 2007 our friends over atSandtroopers.com were told some interesting details about Hasbro’s plans to finally release an All Terrain Tactical Enforcer next year in time for the Christmas season.

Check out what the Sandtrooper crew uncovered after the jump!

Episode 113: Steve Sansweet on Star Wars’ 30th
October 22, 2007 | 7:24 PM EST | Jayson

This week on Star Wars Action News, hosts Marjorie and Arnie have an experience that is familiar to many collectors–the item you dread opening. Maybe because it was a purchase that you don’t know where to put, maybe it’s something you don’t want to face because you spent more than you should, or perhaps it’s something that seemed nice in theory but isn’t as nice as you’d thought. This week Marjorie holds up a mirror and makes Arnie take a long look at an item he’s dreaded opening… What is this item? Listen to this week’s show to find out!

Also this week we have part one of a two part interview with Lucasfilm’s Director of Content Management and mega-collector Steve Sansweet. This week we talk to Steve about the 30th Anniversary of Star Wars, the exit of Master Replicas from Star Wars products, and what happened to the Collectibles Visual Guide that was supposed to come out in September.

Plus, store reports on where you can find Wave 5 (but you may get raked over the Kohl’s) and what UGHs are plentiful, all this week on Star Wars Action News!

You can download this week’s show from swactionnews.com, the standard version directly here and the enhanced version directly here.

Thanks for listening!

More Finds at KOHL’S
October 21, 2007 | 3:44 PM EST | Justin2

Yakface Reader R. Stephens writes in with the following:

I hit KOHLS in Green Bay today and found several new
Saga Legends including Wave 3 Darktrooper, Clone
Commander, and the Green and Yellow Clone Troopers. I
was very much surprised to find Wave 4 Dirty
Sandtrooper (Squad Leader), TC-14, R4-19, and Biker
Scout. They are still on sale at 30% off and a $10.00
off of your next purchase.

R. Stephens
Keshena, Wisconsin

Thanks for the heads up! As always, these finds are sometimes on a store by store basis, so there’s no guarantee that everyone’s area retailers will have the same waves in stock. The past month has shown more newer figures hitting at various retailers however, so we hope this means the latest waves will be easier for everyone to find this Fall.

Yakfinities # 15 Update
October 21, 2007 | 1:05 PM EST | Justin2

As Halloween creeps closer, there’s less than two weeks left to get your entry in for this month’s Yakfinities Customizing Contest.

Whether you’re a new customizer or a crafty veteran, join in this month’s conest after the jump!

Yak Bash Customizing Contest Continues
October 21, 2007 | 1:01 PM EST | Justin2

We’ve had several great entries so far this month in celebration of the 10-Year Anniversary of Yakface.com.

Join in the fun with your own creation by CLICKING HERE!

New Things At EE
October 21, 2007 | 12:31 AM EST | Mark

Over at Entertainment Earth they have in some new things to pre-order…

Head over to pre-order yours…

Sideshow Second Chance
October 20, 2007 | 5:01 AM EST | Mini

Premium Format Luke & Yoda – Dagobah Training – Sideshow Exclusive Figure Set – SECOND CHANCE
In stock now and ready to ship

The Empire Strikes Target!
October 20, 2007 | 3:07 AM EST | Justin2

With the slow leak of new waves at Target stores across the United States as of late, signs of life are beginning to emerge as we had a report of Wave 6 being found in Missouri on Friday, and sure enough yours truly found one full case of this wave on the pegs featuring characters from The Empire Strikes Back at the Target in Fenton, Missouri.

Hopefully this is a sign of things to come as we approach the Christmas season. Good luck on your hunts this weekend Yakkers!

SWS.com: New Comic Packs & Mighty Muggs
October 19, 2007 | 7:33 PM EST | Jayson

StarWarsShop.com has added the some of the new Comic Pack Sets up for pre-order under the new arrivals section. Sets include Republic Commando & Super Battle Droid, Mouse and Basso (in Stormtrooper Disguise), Lt. Jundland (Luke Skywalker) & Lt. Shan, Bultar Swan & Kiffi Arana andBaron Fel & Hobbie Kilvan. Sets Comic Packs are expected to ship in Dec. and will hopefully arrive by Christmas, so be sure to put them on your “Santa list”.

Also, the have the first six Mighty Mugg figures from Hasbro available to pre-order as well. Figures include: Stormtrooper, Darth Maul, Darth Vader, Boba Fett, Han Solo and Chewbacca.

Dooku Diorama
October 19, 2007 | 5:26 PM EST | Mini

‘Duel with Dooku’ – Yoda VS Count Dooku Diorama Now available for pre-order

NEW Gentle Giant Releases
October 18, 2007 | 7:17 PM EST | Jayson

Gentle Giant has updated today with the official announcement of the Aayla Secura and Shaaki Ti mini busts. These 2 will go on sale in May and June respectively and retail for $50 each. Also revealed today are the impressiveCount Dooku and Assaj Ventress Statue and the Animated Emperor PalpatineMaquette. Released dates and edition sizes to be determined.

Check them all out at GentleGiantLtd.com

The Maker Discusses Star Wars Live Action TV Series
October 17, 2007 | 11:49 PM EST | Justin2

Filmmaker George Lucas said Tuesday that he has “just begun work” on a live-action television series rooted in the “Star Wars” universe, which is huge news not just for fans of the science-fiction epic but also for networks looking for a piece of the Lucas magic that has grossed $4.3 billion in theaters worldwide.

Check out more about what Lucas had to say about the TV series recentlyHERE, and thanks to forum member Darth Frisco for the heads up!

Customizer Spotlight – Jedistyle
October 17, 2007 | 10:37 PM EST | Justin2

Our latest Customizer Spotlight goes to forum member Jedistyle for his first entry in the Yakface Ultimate Challenge.

We invite you to check out and participate in the contests that are taking place as part of the Yakface.com 10-Year Anniversary by CLICKING HERE!

Wave 5 at KOHL’S
October 17, 2007 | 10:20 PM EST | Justin2

If you have a KOHL’S department store in your area, it may be worth your while to swing by and check out the toy department. We’ve had several reports of folks finding Wave 5 at their local KOHL’S stores, including McVader (no Starkiller Hero though from initial reports – seems the assortment KOHL’S has received does not include Lady Luke).

Thanks to those who wrote in with the news!

UPDATE – Looks like some readers HAVE found the Starkiller Hero figure at KOHL’S after all. Many thanks to readers Claudia, Rich, Sam, D. Berging, and Kevin for the emails!

Episode 112: Death Star and Arnie Likes Goooooold
October 17, 2007 | 7:36 AM EST | Jayson

This week the new Star Wars novel from Del Rey is being released, and to celebrate Star Wars Action News brings you not one but two interviews. We sit down with Steve Perry and Michael Reeves, co-authors of Death Star, to discuss the book and how it came to be. This book is a great entry point into the EU for fans not up on the Star Wars novels, and is also a wonderful read with links to the current continuity for those who have read every Star Wars book to date.

Also this week, how can it be that Marjorie found over 30 UGHs at Toys R Us? And not just her but several others. What is going on? We take listener voice mails and tell our own stories to find out!

Finally this week, Arnie and Scott both reexamine their collecting habits. Collecting costs a lot of money, and a lot of space. Listen as they decide how they will be collecting going forward, and they give their advice to the companies producing Star Wars merchandise for what we’d like to see in 2008.

All this, plus a Hasbro Q&A to boot, in this week’s Star Wars Action New

You can download this week’s show from swactionnews.com, the standard version directly here and the enhanced version directly here.

Thanks for listening!

Happy Anniversary To The Yak!
October 16, 2007 | 11:57 PM EST | Bill

All of us at Yakface.com would like to take a minute to thank you, our loyal readers, for 10 years serving the on-line Star Wars community. We’ve been running contests all month, and will continue to through the end of October to celebrate this milestone. We wouldn’t be here without you, and so on this, October 17th, we’d want to say that 1997 to 2007 is just the beginning and we wouldn’t be here without you!

Hasbrotoyshop.com Restock
October 16, 2007 | 11:51 PM EST | Justin2

Looks like Hasbrotoyshop.com has gotten some more figures available and ready to ship!

No McSnowtrooper at this time, but it might be a good time to head on over there and grab what you need before they’re gone after the jump!

SWS.com: New Evolutions Sets & More!
October 16, 2007 | 6:44 PM EST | Jayson

StarWarsShop.com has added the some of the repacked Evolutions Sets up for order under the new arrivals section. They also offer a first look at the updated packaging they’ll sport (shown above). The “Sith” set includes Darth Maul, Cooku Dooku, Emperor Palpatine, the “Anakin Skywalker to Darth Vader” set includes EII Anakin, EIII Anakin and Darth Vader (Armor)

PLUS: they are taking pre-orders for Wave 7 and 7.5 due to ship this month, Wave 8 for Dec and the first wave of 2008 shipping in January!

Star Wars Live Action Series Details
October 16, 2007 | 7:05 AM EST | Jayson

AintItCoolNews.com has come across some juicy morsels of info regarding the Live Action TV Series scheduled for release after the CGI based series. Until now we’ve only known that the series will take place between Episode III & IV,read on to see what and who we can expect.

TIE Crawler In Stock Now
October 15, 2007 | 11:19 PM EST | Mark

Over at the LEGO shop, in stock now…

Rykrof Enloe Photonovel Series Preview Pics
October 15, 2007 | 10:44 PM EST | Justin2

Finally a few previews of Chapter 21 in the Rykrof Enloe Photonovel Series are up! Check them out after THE JUMP!

AT-RT Assault Squad
October 15, 2007 | 7:51 PM EST | Justin2

According to THIS LISTING at Target.com, the new AT-RT Assault Squad is now available to order online…

Thanks to Yakface reader Darth Stringfield for the heads up!

Yakface.com Anniversary Contests Recap!
October 15, 2007 | 5:23 PM EST | Brandon

Over at the forums we just announced our final contest in celebration of the 10th Anniversary of Yakface.com! Our final contest is a photo contest involving partying with Yakface himself! We’ve already received tons of entries for our huge Saber Vault Giveaway and our Yakface.com Ultimate Challenge is underway right now! It’s not too late to get involved in some of our other amazing contests however. Head on over to the forums and be a part of the Anniversary Festivities.

Yakface.com 10th Anniversary Photo Contest

Yakface.com 10th Anniversary Pumpkin Carving Contest

Yakface.com 10th Anniversary Costume Contest

Yakface.com 10th Anniversary Prize Drawing

Yakface.com 10th Anniversary Coin Giveaway

Yakface.com 10th Anniversary Challenge

Happy Anniversary To Yakface.com and Thank You to all our readers for their continued support!

Big Bad Toy Store Newsfeed
October 14, 2007 | 5:22 PM EST | Bill

Big Bad Toy Store Just received the STAR WARS BOBBLE-HEADS: Funko’s new line of figures has finally started to arrive. We have the Yoda and Boba Fett Bobble Heads in stock at $9.99 each and the Darth Vader with TIE is $19.99, and has added preorders for STAR WARS 30TH – WAVE 10 SETS: We’ve just listed 8 new figures for $69.99. These figures will come with a character display stand instead of the coins and figures include: Obi-Wan (In Lava), Darth Vader (In Lava), Lava Droid, Commander Gree, Kashyyyk Trooper, Tri-Droid, 2-1B & Po Nedo, and STAR WARS TITANIUM – 2008: We dont’ have any images available yet, but the first wave of Titanium figures for 08 sound promising. We have cases at $69.99, sets of 6 at $38.99, and singles starting at $6.99. Figures include: Battlestar Classic Galactica, AT-OT, Clone Scout Speeder Bike, Millenium Falcon, Saesee Tiin’s Starfighter, Tatooine Skiff.
. Click here to check out all the New Arrivals, Pre-Orders and Coming Soon deals.

SWS.com: Republic #52 Anakin/Droid Comic Pack
October 14, 2007 | 12:02 PM EST | Jayson

StarWarsShop.com also added the Republic #52 Comic Pack which includes the Anakin Skywalker (Jabim) & Trade Federation Droid.

SWS.com: ROTS Medalionz LE Coin Set
October 14, 2007 | 11:53 AM EST | Jayson

StarWarsShop.com has made available another highly sought after international exclusive for our U.S. fans! The Revenge of the Sith Medalionz collection, which contains 24 rare copper coins featuring your favorite characters, droids, and vehicles from Episode III, is now available exclusively for the first time to domestic shoppers. Unlike the more common silver-colored versions, these copper versions are only available in this limited packaged set. Each coin measures approximately 1 inch in diameter, and comes with storage box and certificate of authenticity. Edition size of just 2000.

Toyguide Update: #41 4-LOM Bounty Hunter
October 14, 2007 | 11:35 AM EST | Jayson

The Toyguide updates continue with the addition of 4-LOM. Our complete SA Bounty Hunter set gets one step closer with this latest figure. 4-LOM features a ton of articulation with ball joint shoulders, elbows, waist, knees and ankles, plus swivel wrists. Now, if we could just get an upgraded Zuckuss and Dengar.

Click on the photos above for the full image gallery.

Toyguide Update: #39 Lando Calrissian Smuggler Outfit
October 14, 2007 | 11:19 AM EST | Jayson

The Toyguide updates today with the addition of Lando Calrissian in Smuggler Outfit. As seen in his appearance at the end of ESB, this figure completes all outfits worn in the OT by our favorite “Smoothie”. Lando is an amalgam of his previous VOTC release, reusing the legs and arms and adds a new torso, head and holster.

Click on the photos above for the full image gallery.

Customizer Spotlight – Psyclonetrooper
October 14, 2007 | 4:33 AM EST | Justin2

The latest Customizer Spotlight here at Yakface goes to forum memberPsyclonetrooper, as we highlight a pair of figures from his custom Imperial Commando squad (there’s more to see than these two though, including an amazing Imperial Tower!).

Check out his latest work HERE.

Disney Product Team Q&A
October 13, 2007 | 9:24 PM EST | Bill

The team over at SW Star Tours.net has just updated another great Q & A with Disney’s Star Tours product development team. Check it out here.

The Battle of Endor is Coming to Target
October 13, 2007 | 6:22 PM EST | Justin2

The folks over at 4-inches.de have done it again, coming up with the first images of the upcoming Target exclusive Endor Battle Pack.

Priced at $49.99, you not only get an AT-ST, two speederbikes and several army builders, but a couple of logs freshly cut by the finest lumberjacks on Endor to smash the AT-ST walker to smithereens so you can bring the Empire to its knees.

Check out larger images after the jump!

YAK Bash Contests Continue!
October 13, 2007 | 12:00 AM EST | Brandon

We’ve just announced even more contests this month! It’s hard to believe but the presents to Yak just keep rolling in! Of course being the generous website that we are we are passing them right on to you, our loyal viewers! If you havn’t already joined our forums you may want to do so now before it’s too late.

Yakface.com 10th Anniversary Pumpkin Carving Contest

Yakface.com 10th Anniversary Costume Contest

Good luck to all the partipants! Stay Tuned for even more party news!!!

Episode 111: What are you finding?
October 12, 2007 | 7:29 AM EST | Jayson

This week Star Wars Action News has reports of Wave 6, yes 6, hitting pegs…from people who’ve never even seen Wave 5. Or wave 5 from people who’ve not seen wave 4. Or all three waves hitting at once. Plus Saga Legends Waves 1 and 3, but no 2? What does it all mean? Is it a sure sign of the apocalypse? Listen to Star Wars Action News to find out which stores you should go to while hiding from the fire and brimstone.

Additionally, there’s a lot of other Star Wars merchandise hitting shelves. Toy laptops, $50 transformers, more Christmas items, and many, many Halloween costumes. Does your child want to unleash his inner Sith, Jedi, Clone, or Wookiee? Marjorie and Arnie discuss all the Halloween costumes carried by their local retailers.

Finally this week TheGingerPrince has taken a trip to Naboo…and brought back stories and pictures. Listen to his tale of going to a world far, far away (well, not so far for him as he was already in Europe).

Plus a Voice Mail-a-thon with reports of people finding new figures, all this and more is on this week’s Star Wars Action News!

You can download this week’s show from swactionnews.com, the standard version directly here and the enhanced version directly here.

Thanks for listening!

Elite Forces of the Republic Boxed Images
October 12, 2007 | 1:31 AM EST | Justin2

Entertainment Earth has revealed boxed images of their upcoming exclusive Mandalorians & Clone Troopers Set.

Special thanks to our friend Adam Pawlus from Galactichunter.com for sharing the news.

Rumor List – The Force Unleashed Hasbro Toys
October 12, 2007 | 1:25 AM EST | Justin2

Our friends over at 4-inches.de have posted a new rumor list of items that will conincide with the launch of the highly anticipated The Force Unleashed video game that is coming out this Spring.

Check it out after the jump!

SWS.com: Celebration Europe Clothing
October 11, 2007 | 8:56 PM EST | Jayson

StarWarsShop.com has updated today with the addition of several clothing items that we’re previously only available at Celebration Europe. Available only to Hyperspace members until October 15, items include T-Shirts, Long Sleeves and Sweatshirts. Order yours today.

K & C Collectibles: New Wave 6 and Saga Legends
October 11, 2007 | 6:39 AM EST | Jayson

K & C Collectibles has received the below items in-stock.

In-Stock 30th Anniversary Collection:
Wave 6 – Set of 5 action figures
Han Solo with Torture Rack #38
Lando Calrissian in smugglers outfit #39
General McQuarrie #40
4-LOM #41
Concept Snowtrooper #42?CZ-4

In-Stock Saga Legends:
Darktrooper
Biker Scout
Imperial Officer – Brown Hair
Imperial Officer – Blond Hair
Clone Trooper Officer – Yellow – Commander
Clone Trooper Officer – Red – Captain
Clone Trooper Officer – Blue – Lieutenant
Clone Commander
Pit Droids – White Version – with fans sticker
Pit Droids – White Version – without sticker
Pit Droids – Brown Version
Sandtrooper – Orange – Squad Leader
Battle Droids – Blaster and LightsaberD

In-Stock UGH Gold Coin – 30th Anniversary Collection:
Stormtrooper McQuarrie
Galactic Marine
Luke Skywalker
Biggs Darklighter
Mace Windu
Darth Vader
R2-D2
Han Solo
Boba Fett McQuarrie
Animated Boba Fett
Chewbacca McQuarrie
Airborne Trooper

Pre-Order October 27th 2007:
Star Wars Insider #98 – Newsstand
Star Wars Insider #98 – Previews Exclusive
Oola Resin Statue
RPG – Galaxy Tiles
RPG – Starship Galaxy Hardcover

REGISTER an account and earn points to be redeemed for cash on future orders. Please come visit our site at K & C Collectibles

A Jedi Visits the Troops in Iraq
October 10, 2007 | 11:24 PM EST | Justin2

If you haven’t seen it yet, our friends over at Sandtroopers.com gave the heads up at their site today regarding Ewan McGregor’s recent trip to Iraq to present a Pride of Britain award to British troops.

Check out what Ewan experienced over there and what he had to say after the jump!

Wave 4 In Stock
October 10, 2007 | 10:30 AM EST | Mark

Over at ToyRus.com they have in Wave 4, along with the Concept Vader, Darth Revan, and Pre-Cyborg Grevious.

UPDATE – SOLD OUT

Toyguide Update: #33 Anakin Skywalker (Jedi Knight)
October 9, 2007 | 10:25 PM EST | Jayson

The Toyguide updates continue with the addition of Anakin Skywalker (Jedi Knight). Based on his appearance in the Clone Wars Cartoon Vol. 2, this version depicts Anakin as he prepares to face his final trials complete with Nelvaanian grub markings, cybernetic “ghost hand” and interchangeable destroyed cybernetic hand.

Click on the photos above for the full image gallery.

Toyguide Update: #32 Yoda & Kybuck
October 9, 2007 | 9:28 PM EST | Jayson

The Toyguide updates continue with the addition of Yoda & Kybuck. Being the Yoda fan that I am, I peed a little when this figure was first revealed and now that I’ve acquired one for myself, it lives up to the hype. The Yoda figure itself includes a soft goods robe with cute little ear holes and a lightsaber bandolier, complete with removable hilt. The Kybuck (some assembly required) is essentially a Clone Wars version of a Tauntaun and is comparably articulated. Too bad we didn’t get the one with the cool blue eye shields. : (

Click on the photos above for the full image gallery.

Toyguide Update: #29 Hermi Odle
October 9, 2007 | 8:57 PM EST | Jayson

The Toyguide updates continue with the addition of Hermi Odle. Ranking right up there with Ephant Mon as one of the largest figure in the modern Kenner/Hasbro line ever produced, Hermi Odle ups the ante with more articulation and includes soft goods to boot! Granted Hasbro probably looses their collective shirts with each one they produce, but so what, we wanted him and we finally got him. Now if we can only get Yarna D’al Gargan and a new Yakface…. hmmmm.

Click on the photos above for the full image gallery.

Toyguide Update: Saga Legends Boba Fett
October 9, 2007 | 7:13 AM EST | Jayson

The Toyguide updates continue with the addition of the Saga Legends Boba Fett. Here’s your chance to acquire a superior figure without paying the inflated VOTC/VTSC prices. This version of Boba Fett is styled after his appearance in ROTJ (and technically the SE of ANH) and has a boat load of articulation. And for those who care about such things, he still includes the blaster rifle sculpt from ESB rather than the proper ANH/ROTJ version.

Click on the photos above for the full image gallery.

Toyguide Update: Saga Legends Clone Trooper Officer
October 9, 2007 | 6:57 AM EST | Jayson

The Toyguide updates today with the addition of the Saga LegendsClone Trooper Officer. Now here is a figure I’ve waited for for a long time… a long time. I missed out for some reason on the Entertainment Earth exclusive Clone Trooper sets that were available back in 2003. Now I have some superior officers to boss around the infantry clones I’ve been hoarding for years. Variations for this figure include: Yellow “Commander”, Red “Captain”, Blue “Lieutenant”, Green “Sergeant”.

Click on the photos above for the full image gallery.

Customizer Spotlight – Darth Delicious
October 8, 2007 | 8:38 PM EST | Justin2

Our latest Customizer Spotlight goes to forum member Darth Delicious for his awesome A-Wing repaint. Check out more images and more of his latest work after the jump!

Wave 6 Shipping from Newforcecomics
October 8, 2007 | 8:20 PM EST | Justin2

As I got home from work this evening, I noticed a package at my front door. It suddenly hit me that I had pre-ordered Wave 6 from Newforcecomics.comseveral months back.

Now if I had only remembered ordering this before I went on a dozen dry toy runs last week searching aimlessly at Walmarts for a couple of McQuarrie Snowtroopers…

Anyways, if you pre-ordered these from Newforcecomics.com, hopefully you’ll be getting the latest wave delivered this week too.

Obi Wan Jedi Star Fighter Boxed And Loose Images
October 8, 2007 | 7:52 AM EST | Bill

Toys R US’s website has updated with boxed and loose images of their upcoming exclusive Jedi Star Fighter with Hyperspace Ring. Click here to check it out.

Bubo Creature Packs Arriving
October 7, 2007 | 10:48 PM EST | Bill

If you’ve placed an order for Sideshow Toy’s Bubo Creature Expansion Pack, keep an eye out for your local parcel delivery service. They’ve been arriving and are a great addition to the 12″ scale Jabba’s Dioramas.

Big Bad Toy Store Newsfeed
October 7, 2007 | 10:46 PM EST | Bill

Big Bad Toy Store has just sent us their store update for this week and you can bet there’s lots of Star Wars for your collection including the Comic 2 packs, Unleashed, Basis Figures and lots more. Click here to check out all the New Arrivals, Pre-Orders and Coming Soon deals.

K & C Collectibles: Disney Figures & Concept Grievous
October 6, 2007 | 3:10 PM EST | Jayson

K & C Collectibles has received the below items in-stock this week.

NEW Disney Figures:
Mickey Mouse as Luke Skywalker
Minnie Mouse as Princess Leia
Goofy as Darth Vader
Donald Duck as Han Solo
Stitch as Emperor Palpatine

Pre-Order October 27th 2007
Star Wars Insider #98 – Newstand
Star Wars Insider #98 – Previews Exclusive
Oola Resin Statue
RPG – Galaxy Tiles
RPG – Starship Galaxy Hardcover

In-Stock 30th Anniversary Collection:
Wave 5 – Set of 10 action figures
Concept General Grievous
Concept McQuarrie – Darth Vader #28
Hermi Odle #29
C-3PO & Salacious Crumb #30
Roron Corobb #31
Yoda & Kybuck #32
Anakin Skywalker – Clone Wars #33
Darth Revan #34
Darth Malak #35
Pre-Cyborg Grievous #35
Concept McQuarrie – Starkiller Hero #37

In-Stock UGH Gold Coin – 30th Anniversary Collection:
UGH Animated Boba Fett
UGH Chewbacca McQuarrie
UGH Airborne Trooper

REGISTER an account and earn points to be redeemed for cash on future orders. Please come visit our site at K & C Collectibles

SWS.com: Exclusive Boba Fett Character Key
October 5, 2007 | 9:59 PM EST | Jayson

StarWarsShop.com has made available for the Exclusive Boba Fett Animation Character Key. With an edition size of just 1,000, this limited edition, Boba Fett has been reproduced on a clear acetate cel which “floats” above the illustrated backing board. Don’t wait to take advantage of this exclusive offering which is one of the best yet to come from this series. Only $29.99 and ship Oct. 19th.

Yakfinities # 15
October 4, 2007 | 9:39 PM EST | Justin2

With Halloween right around the corner, this month forum members will be creating Halloween inspired figures for the current Customizing Challenge here at Yakface.com.

Whether you’re a customizing newbie or a crafty veteran, we invite all customizers to join in the fun! Check it out after the jump!

Sandtrooper Variant Finds Continue
October 4, 2007 | 9:34 PM EST | Justin2

As a follow up to last night’s report on the Sandtrooper variants showing up, I ran into the orange pauldron Sandtrooper today at Walmart, and a couple of Yakface readers have also emailed in with reports of seeing all three versions at Walmarts as well.

Special thanks especially to Tony P. for sending in the above image of the three variants.

Toyguide Update: Basic Figure Coin “TAILS GUIDE”
October 4, 2007 | 9:36 AM EST | Jayson

I received an inquiry from a local collector friend of mine wondering if I could add a list of the different coin backs or “tails” and indicate which figures either share or have unique tails. So, taking the suggestion, I’ve updated the TAC Collector Coins page to show the breakdown. This page will be update regularly as I acquire the coins. I also modified the page slightly so as you move your mouse over each coin, the image will change to reveal the tail of the coin as well. And remember, to see larger views of each coin head and/or tail – just click it.

Thanks to my friend Ryan for the suggestion.

Variant Sandtrooper Hitting Retail
October 4, 2007 | 2:10 AM EST | Justin2

In all the excitement with Walmart stores already getting in Waves 5 and 6 in some areas, you might also want to keep your eyes open for the clean variant on the Legends Sandtrooper at Walmart – the all white trooper that looks like he just got his shoes shined on the Death Star.

So, if you’re still trying to add VOTC-esque Stormies to your collection, or don’t like the removable helmet Stormtrooper, you might be able increase your Imperial ranks with the CLEAN SANDTROOPER.

BATTLEFRONT: RENEGADE SQUADRON
October 4, 2007 | 1:07 AM EST | Justin2

If you’re an owner of a PSP, then you’ll be happy to know that the next Battlefront Game will be released this coming Tuesday, October 9.

It looks this is shaping up to be another hit for Star Wars fans, and even if you don’t own a PSP, you can check out the official game site for more details and see some cool screen shots on this upcoming release HERE.

10-Year Anniversary Customizing Contest
October 3, 2007 | 6:26 PM EST | Justin2

As part of the Yakface.com 10-Year Anniversary, what better way to celebrate in the fun than by including a special contest for all the customizers out there?

Check it out after the jump!

Toyguide Update: 2007 Vintage Coin Set
October 3, 2007 | 8:28 AM EST | Jayson

The Toyguide updates today with the addition of the 2007 Vintage Coin Set. For a mere $4.95 to cover shipping and any 6 POP stickers from this year’s VTSC figures, you’ll receive this attractive presentation box loaded with the corresponding 6 VTSC coins and the previously exclusive TOYFAIR Convention coin. And, while the 6 VTSC coins are removable from the display box, the Toyfair coin is permanently mounted in the flap of the box.

All in all a pretty nice piece for the price, plus it frees up a few extra slots in the30th Anniversary Coin Album for other coins.

Click on the photo above for the full gallery.

Brace Yourselves for Smashed Orders from TRU.com
October 2, 2007 | 7:32 PM EST | Jayson

I just got home to find my TRU shipment (2 Concept Vaders and Hermi Odle) on my doorstep.

Did they come in a nice sturdy box with bubble wrap? NO

Did they come in a cheap, crappy box with packing peanuts? NO

Did they come in a bubble wrap envelope smashed? YES!

I’m not sure if this is typical shipping practice from TRU.com when they offer “FREE shipping” but if I’d have known I would have gladly paid for it.

So, be prepared to receive something similar on your doorsteps.

NOTE: I have a local friend that ordered from them as well and he received his packed in a box (with packing material even), so your individual experiences my vary.

Click the photos above to witness the smashed goodness : (

September Yakfinities Roundup
October 1, 2007 | 10:54 PM EST | Justin2

Another Customizing Challenge has wrapped up, with the winner claiming a MOC Hermie Odle figure. Check out all the cool entries and see who walked away with the prize this month by clicking HERE!

SWS.com: Celebration Europe Concept R2 & C-3PO
October 1, 2007 | 8:53 PM EST | Jayson

StarWarsShop.com has made available the Celebration Europe Concept R2 & C-3PO through their online store to Hyperspace Members. This version of the McQuarrie 2-pack is the same as the CIV release only with CE exclusive packaging and coin. Get yours now and expect it to start shipping in November.

They also have Saga Legends Wave 3 and TAC Wave 6 shipping this month.

The Yakface.com 10th Anniversary Bash Has Begun!
October 1, 2007 | 7:31 PM EST | Brandon

Even though our 10th Anniversary doesn’t officially begin till Octber 17th we’ve decided to begin celebrating on the Yakface.com Forums anyways.

We’ve already begun announcing some great contests today and we will continue rolling out contests throughout the entire month!!!

Yakface.com 10th Anniversary Saber Vault Prize Drawing

Yakface.com 10th Anniversary Hasbro Coin Giveaway

Stay Tuned for even more party news!!!

Episode 110: It’s beginning to look too much like X-mas
October 1, 2007 | 2:04 PM EST | Jayson

Wow…Arnie and Marjorie are preparing for Halloween…but the stores are preparing for CHRISTMAS??? Toy aisles are being stocked, Christmas decorations are being put out, and it’s certainly shaping up to be another Star Wars laden holiday season. Marjorie and Arnie give a run-down of the Christmas items in their toy aisle, and Jakob reveals his favorites of the new Star Wars items.

Also this week, apparantly Christmas is a great time for books as Del Rey, Dark Horse, and all the other publishers have kept Nathan hopping with his Star Wars EU and stories report. If you like your media in CD, book, PSP, or packed with an action figure, Nathan brings you up to speed on all the offerings from Star Wars right now.

Last week Hasbro revealed the winners of their Fan’s Choice poll for rereleases in the Saga Legends line. Arnie and Marjorie weigh in on these figures, remembering their original releases, and Nathan takes a few minutes to explain what the heck a “Shadow Stormtrooper” is anyway.

Plus Scott’s weekly run-down, listener voice mails, an e-bay item of the week that’s not to be missed, and a call for help for one of our own in the Star Wars collecting community, that is all in this week’s Star Wars Action News.

You can download this week’s show from swactionnews.com or directly here.

Thanks for listening!

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