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Collecting News, TV / Movie / Book / Audio News

CONTINUUM eBook Now Available

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Exciting news for ‘Star Wars’ fans! Tim Dry’s memoir ‘CONTINUUM – The Star Wars Phenomenon As Experienced From The Inside’ is now available to buy as an ebook. for only $3.99!

Have you ever wondered what it was really like to be a featured artiste in ‘Star Wars’ Episode VI – ‘Return Of The Jedi’, one of the biggest grossing movies of all time? Or to be an autograph guest at worldwide fan Conventions? Well, now you can discover it all! This is a ‘Star Wars’ actor’s memoirs.Think Bill Bryson meets ‘Galaxy Quest’ and you’re on the right track. This is a must – read for all fans of The Saga. It’s honest, funny and surreal. You won’t be able to put it down!  

It  has a foreword written by ROBERT WATTS (Producer of  ‘Star Wars’ Episodes IV -VI and the ‘Indiana Jones’ trilogy). And 10 pages of colour photographs. 

CONTINUUM is available from iBookstore, Sony Reader, Amazon Kindle and Barnes & Noble Nook.

Collecting News, Toyguide Updates

Toyguide Update: Deluxe Republic Assault Submarine w/Scuba Clone Trooper

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The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the next addition for the 2012 “Darth Maul” product line. We continue with the Class I/Deluxe Republic Assault Submarine with Scuba Clone Trooper set from The Clone Wars sub-line.

PROS: Hasbro was on-the-ball in getting this particular vehicle/figure combo to market as from the outset, fans of the series wanted  it after Season 4’s debut story arc. The sub itself is loaded with fun features that make “playtime” actually fun. Lots of accessories for added value. The Red Five markings on the sub are a nice touch I think. The figure is highly articulated (13 POA) which is becoming more of an exception than the rule these days. The helmet sculpt (with the gear removed) has a cool McQuarrie Concept Art Boba Fett vibe that like.

CONS: The deco on the clone trooper itself leaves a lot of room for improvement as there are areas of overspray/bleeding that should be addressed. There is no display stand included that might facilitate posing the vehicle/figure combo in an underwater-scenario.

Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.

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Collecting News, Toyguide Updates

Toyguide Update: Attack Recon Fighter w/Anakin Skywalker

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The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the next addition for the 2012 “Darth Maul” product line. We continue with the Class I/Deluxe Attack Recon Fighter with Anakin Skywalker set from The Clone Wars sub-line.

PROS: After being delayed for over a year, the Recon Fighter finally makes its way to retail albeit in a different deco and with a different/better pack-in figure. The 2011 Anakin figure gets an update with additional soft goods, a new left arm (remedying the prior useless “force-wielding” one), a new belt and new pilot-specific head sculpt. The fighter itself is a great toy despite it not really doing much, but Vintage mini-rig fans will instantly get a sense of nostalgia when playing with it.

CONS: The accessories are light for this set considering the pricepoint of about $20. Some launching projectiles or deployable bombs would have been an easy fix.

Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.

You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebook and in our forums.

Collecting News

Disney Droid Factory Part Update

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Thanks to an article post from Yakface reader DarthChuckMc, it appears that almost all (except 2) parts for the Disney Droid Factory Astromechs are now available at Star Wars Weekends. Here is what he had to say:

Today they had 56 of the 58 parts available. No silver with blue R2 heads or black R2 bodies. All other pieces currently out were accounted for as of 6pm.

Thanks for the info! Be sure to check out our special report with Dan Curto detailing these highly desirable figures as well.

Events/Livestreams

Yakface/SWAN CVI Fan Party Announced

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Yakface.com and Star Wars Action News have teamed up to bring you the party to be at for Star Wars Celebration VI!

Many people said the Star Wars Action News/Yakface Party was their high point of Celebration 5. They made friends at the party that they hung out with for the entire convention. Don’t miss that same opportunity at the Star Wars Action News/Yakface party at Celebration VI!

In addition, party attendees have the chance to get an exclusive T-Shirt (design to be revealed soon) that you cannot get anywhere else, ever!

Tickets are limited so place your order now using the form here! You must have a valid Paypal account in order to pay for these tickets.

Collecting News, Podcasts/Streaming

Episode 346: Party On, Luke!

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Marjorie and Arnie are back in the Sithsonian this week with another Star Wars Action News podcast, and they bring tidings from the Pacific Northwest…tidings, and toys that is! Thanks to the Star Wars collectors of SARLACC a number of unique and rare Star Wars items were seen, from Star Wars pinball machines to arcade games, bootleg items, and more, including a tour of Gus Lopez’s impressive array of Star Wars props and prototypes. On this week’s podcast they run down what store no Star Wars fan in the Pacific Northwest should miss!

And from the Pacific Northwest to the Atlantic Southeast, the new Disney World Build-A-Droid exclusives have been the buzz of many collectors since debuting during the first Star Wars Weekend of 2012. Dan Curto has gotten the first batch and joins us to provide a hands-on review in shared coverage of the event!

Finally, on the show you will find details about the Yakface/Star Wars Action News party at Star Wars Celebration VI in Orlando! The third such party at Celebration is a great way to meet other fans and friends to connect with throughout the entire celebration, and Star Wars Action News and Yakface are happy to once again be hosting the event! Listen to this week’s show for details!

With a recap of May the 4th Madness, new items from Gentle Giant, Sideshow, and more, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!

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