EndorExpress has updated today with word of an Opening Day exclusive for the relaunch of Star Tours. It consists of a Holographic Snitch Yoda and commemorative “Opening Day 2011” patch – both packed in a limited edition (2011 pieces) display case .
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The “Carded” Vintage Kenner Collection Project
Some of you may have been around this weekend in the wee hours of the night/morning when I was posting snapshots on facebook of some of my Vintage collectibles from my dedicated “Star Wars” room. In doing so, one photo in particular (at right) sparked an idea for a project/quest for something I’ve wanted to tackle for many years – assemble a “carded” Vintage Kenner collection.
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Episode 293: Distribution by the Loosest Definition
On the latest Star Wars Action News podcast, Arnie and Marjorie discuss Hasbro action figure distribution. Rarely, since Star Wars figures returned to the main market in 1995, has it been as hard to find new Star Wars figures as it is right now in stores. Is this going to change any time soon? Listen to find out!
Also on this podcast, Nathan continues his look back at Hasbro’s beloved comic 2-packs, and Steve “The Gingerprince” runs down the latest store finds in the UK!
All this and more on Star Wars Action News!
You can download this week’s show from http://www.swactionnews.com or use the direct links:
Regular Version:
http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN293.MP3
Enhanced Version
http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/Enhanced/SWAN293.M4A
Hasbro QnA Relaunch
As we teased a couple weeks ago, Hasbro has officially relaunched the Star Wars QnA!
From Hasbro:
Finally, we’ve fixed the hyperdrive, and we’re ready to jump into lightspeed! And by lightspeed, I mean, Hasbro’s 2011 Star Wars Q&A! The first round of submissions are due this Friday, April 29nd at 10:00AM EST.
You can submit your questions in our forums in the Hasbro QnA thread.
Star Tours Exclusive Figure Sets
The DisneyParks Blog has posted an update showing off the packaging for the upcoming Star Tours Exclusive Figure Sets. Head on over for boxed shots of the Ambush at Star Tours and Star Tours Travel Agency sets alone with other “Star Tours – The Adventures Continue” merchandise.
Weequay Neck Variant Confirmed
For a while now, there have been rumblings of a variant for the Weequay Skiff Master which addresses the disproportionate neck post length. Rebelscum forum member “EmperorPalpitate” has posted a couple side-by-side comparison shots confirming the running change (on right).
New Deluxe Vehicle w/Figure Images
Our friends at Sandtroopers.com have posted new packaging images for 4 upcoming Deluxe vehicle w/figure sets. Head on over for a look at the Speeder Bike w/Castas, Republic Scout Speeder w/ARF Trooper, Separatist Droid Speeder w/Battle Droid and Attack Cycle w/General Grievous
TRU 2 for $10.99 Easter Sale
Toys”R”Us is having a two-day easter sale Friday, April 22 and Saturday, April 23 where you can get Star Wars*, GI Joe, Iron Man, Thor, Spider-Man and Marvel Universe figure – 2 for $10.99
*Vintage Collection not included
Clone Wars “Colt Wave” Found
Our friends at Jedi Temple Archives are reporting that the “Colt wave” of Clone Wars figures has hit the west coast. This wave includes Clone Commander Colt, Barriss Offee, Eeth Koth and the Riot Control Clone Trooper. Look for these to start hitting your stores soon as well has online distributors.
UPDATE: New Deluxe Sets Found
UPDATE: Galactic Binder’s Facebook page is reporting that these 2 new sets were found in the Memphis, TN area (Germantown) a few days ago.
VolkerC over at POTF2.com has posted images of 2 new Walmart Exclusive Deluxe Vehicles w/Figure Sets due later this year. Head on over for a look at the BARC Speeder with Clone Trooper “Buzz” and another repainted AT-RT with ARF Trooper.