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Hallmark Event Exclusive Wampa Keepsake Ornament
Hallmark has updated their site with their 2014 Dreambook of Keepsake Ornaments which feature 6 new ornaments including, Yoda (Peekbuster), The Rise of Darth Vader, Sandcrawler, Scout Trooper, LEGO Boba Fett and the Cantina Band. They also reveal, via press release, this year’s convention/event exclusive ornament – The Wampa – complete with velvety flocking.
Thanks to JediNews for the head-up.
Darth Maul Mythos Statue Status Update
Sideshow Collectibles has sent out notifications to collectors ordered the Star Wars: Mythos Darth Maul statue can expect their orders to be filled in about 3 weeks. This piece is still available for pre-order for those that would like to get in on the ground floor of this unique line.
Walmart 8-pack On Sale for $20
Walmart.com is now offering the Saga Legends 8-packs online and on sale for $20 each. The Wolf Pack Ultimate Gift Set is also available for $14.97.
Thanks to Scott W. for the tip.
A Motti Resurrection?
Our friends at Sandtroopers.com has received some intel that suggests that Admiral Motti will be released next year in the Legacy Collection/Droid Factory. Hopefully this will pan out in a few short hours at NYCC.
Ultimate Action Figure Collection – Part 1
StarWars.com updates today with a new blog report from Steve Sansweet delving into the process of making his latest book: The Ultimate Action Figure Collection along with his Rancho Obi-Wan associate, Anne Neumann, Dan Curto (CurtoBurns.com) and Paul Harrison (JediTempleArchives.com).
Episode 358: C6 and Chicago Comic Con
2012’s Convention season is ending not with a whimper but with a bang! Star Wars Celebration VI starts in 10 days, but last weekend was also Wizard World’s Chicago Comic-Con, and on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast Marjorie and Arnie run down both.
First, the Celebration VI panel schedule has finally been released, and Marjorie and Arnie discuss some of the panels they will be hosting, as well as panels in the Celebration VI Collector’s Social Area. With limited edition free collectibles, opportunities to meet the faces behind some of the most popular Star Wars collecting web sites, and more, listen to find out how to not miss out at C6!
Also, Diorama Workshop head Frank D’iorio comes on the show to update listeners on what attendees will be building at C6, and what collectibles and souvenirs will be available at the diorama workshop area.
Then Marjorie, Arnie, Brock, and Johnathan went to Wizard World Chicago. Listen in to find out about the toys, collectibles, and celebrities that attended this Midwestern event.
With a book review of X-Wing: Mercy Kill by Brock and Vintage figures being sold individually online, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
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Disney Droid Factory: A Curto Special Report
We’ve teamed up with Dan Curto and several other fan sites to bring your a special report detailing the new Build-A-Droid Astromechs available now at Hollywood Studios Star Wars Weekends. Read Dan’s summary of this unique, and possibly frustrating, collection, check out our exclusive photo gallery and be sure to visit our affiliate sites to see detailed photos of each of the currently available parts.
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Premium Format C-3PO and R2 Revealed
Sideshow has updated their May the 4th landing page revealing their highly anticipated C-3PO and R2-D2 Premium Format figures! Head on over for a sneak peek and watch for a full announcement soon!
Toy Hunters Returns Tonight
Toy Hunters returns for another broadcast tonight at 6:00 pm on the Travel Channel. If you missed the first showing of this new series following the pursuit for vintage toy gold, now you have a second chance to view it. Check your local listings for more details!