The headline says it all. Hasbro said during their SDCC panel that there would be no CVI exclusive this year. Sad. Just sad.
Category Archives: Collecting News
New LEGO Sets at SDCC
LEGO Systems Celebrates a New Theme Each Day at San Diego Comic-Con
-Surprises abound for fans as construction toy maker unveils new playsets, life-sized models, mystery builds, contests and one-of-a-kind giveaways in support of popular licensed properties-
Remembering Ralph McQuarrie: Dreamer and Visionary
Dreams and Visions Press (via Ralph McQuarrie’s facebook page) is pleased to announce the forthcoming publication of “Remembering Ralph McQuarrie: Dreamer and Visionary”, a 48-page book of unpublished artwork, rare photographs, and loving tributes from dozens of Ralph’s colleagues, friends and fans. The book will be available at The Art of Ralph McQuarrie booth at Star Wars Celebration VI next month, as well as through the Dreams and Visions Press website for $20.
Sideshow Reveals Collect For Life Auction Pieces
Sideshow Collectibles has updated today announcing this year’s Collect For Life eBay Auction pieces. Amongst the items you will find one-of-a-kind Star Wars items like:
K-3PO Life Size Bust (Prototype)
Asajj Ventress Life Size Bust (Paint Variant)
Luke and Leia Faux Bronze Diorama
Imperial Shock Trooper 1:1 Scale Helmet (Artist Proof)
Naboo Fighter 1:6 Scale Replica
You can see these and more at SideshowToy.com
Yakface/SWAN CVI Shirt Teaser
Even though we are in the thick of SDCC, we thought it was time to tease the shirt you will be getting with your ticket to our Yakface/SWAN Fan Party. Get your tickets today to insure you’ll get one of these as they will only be available at the Party with your ticket (kids too!).
TVC Royal Guard Includes Extra Gear
I just realized while looking at Sandtroopers’ new TVC reveal that the Royal Guard includes switch-out Crimson Empire training gear. Well done Hasbro.
New Luminara Coming to TVC Line
Hasbro let one slip out of the bag at SDCC preview night as they briefly had a new Luminara Unduli on display in one of their showcases. But before it could be swept away, the crew at Sandtroopers.com managed to get a few shots of her. Head on over to their Hasbro Gallery for a closer inspection.
New Loose and Carded TVC Images at Sandtroopers
Our friends at Sandtroopers.com have posted an awesome image gallery showcasing loose and carded shots of TVC wave 6 including those walmart exclusives figures repacked on the vintage cards! March on over to Sandtroopers.com for the details.
Vintage Endor AT-AT Packaging Revealed
Images of the long-rumored Endor AT-AT in tri-lingual Vintage packaging turned up today over at starwars-figuren.com courtesy of VolkerC. Head on over to check them out!
CVI News: Diorama Workshop Sponsor Banners
For the FIRST TIME in TEN YEARS – Lucasfilm is allowing the Celebration Diorama Workshop area to have SPONSOR BANNERS around it’s massive 11,000+ sq/ft exhibit floor space area to help raise funding for the Kids Diorama Workshop Action Fund.