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Marvel Boba Fett Action Figure Variant B&W Cover
John Tyler Christopher has sent out notifications that a Black & White version of his Boba Fett Action Figure Variant Cover for Star Wars #7 will be available soon. You’ll be able to preorder on his website on July 23 for $20
Limited Edition C-3PO & R2-D2 Statue
Disney Store has updated with the addition of new Limited Edition Statue featuring C-3PO and R2-D2. This piece features:
- Limited Edition of 500
- Certificate of Authenticity
- Fully sculptured figurine and base
- Metallic finish accents
- Press button on base to see light-up feature and hear authentic character sounds and voices from the film
- Non-skid footpads
- Requires 3 x AA batteries, included
- Resin
- 9” H x 6” Diameter
- Imported
It is available now for $129.95
Lucasfilm Issues Statement Regarding Controversial GQ Photos
We’re sure you’ve seen or at least heard of the recent controversy surrounding some racy images published by GQ Magazine involving a couple Star Wars characters. We won’t be publishing the images or the links here due to the varied ages of our readership, but Lucasfilm has issued the following statement.
It’s not surprising that GQ would want to capitalize on the cultural cachet of Star Wars, but Lucasfilm and Disney did not authorize, participate in or condone the inappropriate use of our characters in this manner.
Luke Skywalker Hero of Yavin Mini Bust Preorder
Gentle Giant is now taking preorders for their Luke Skywalker Hero of Yavin mini bust.
In the triumphant scene at the end of Star Wars: A New Hope, we see Princess Leia decorating Luke Skywalker and Han Solo with the Medal of Yavin, for their gallant effort that resulted in the destruction of the Imperial Death Star!
Update: Two LEGO Sets Leaked for The Force Awakens
From Bricks To Bothans has posted a few leaked images for two upcoming sets for The Force Awakens. Head on over to check out Poe Dameron’s X-wing Fighter, the Millennium Falcon and the mini figures that each set includes. Mild spoiler warnings apply.
Update: FBTB has removed the links/images
Special Forces TIE Fighter Limited on Force Friday
Our friends at Star Wars Action News have posted their QnA with Hasbro from SDCC and they state that the Special Forces TIE Fighter from The Force Awakens will see limited release on September 4th “Force Friday”. You can listen to the entire interview on SWAN’s YouTube Channel.
Editorial: #ForceFridayFrustration
San Diego has come and gone, but there has been an awakening, and it is the confusion and frustrations of the Star Wars collector. Read on as I attempt to armchair quarterback last week’s Hasbro event and hope for better things to come in our journey to Force Friday.
Topps SDCC Exclusive Over-Sized Trading Card Sets Now Available
Topps.com is now offering collectors their SDCC Exclusive Over-sized Star Wars Trading Card Set. Each set includes 10 cards which measure 5×7 inches. There are only a limited number of sets still available and there will be a maximum of 5 sets available for purchase per household.
Sponsor News: K&C Collectibles
K & C Collectibles has added Star Wars Celebration Anaheim exclusiveT-Shirts, Black Series 6″ Figures (Han Solo & Tauntaun), Hallmark Ornaments, Boba Fett Beer Stein and Coffee Mugs, Luke & Leia ArtFX Statue and Star Wars Insider #158 (Comic Store) exclusive Cover. Click the NEW PRODUCT link for a complete list of recently added items.