Sandtroopers.com‘s Imperial spy network has gathered some new intel/photos regarding the Deluxe Vehicle w/Figure line. They’ve posted detailed shots of the BARC Speeder with Clone Trooper Jesse* along with a nice boxed shot of the AT-RT with ARF Trooper Boil. Head over for a closer look.
Still need to score the new AT-AT and are waiting for a real deal? You might want to hold out for one more week, as this is going to be part of the Walmart Toyland Catalog promotion starting on 11/7 and running through 11/24. The BAT-AT will be on sale for $79.00 – a savings of $20! Basic figures will be on rollback as well for $6.00 each. Click the image above for a preview.
Yakface forum member “Grimace” has posted that he found the new Clone Wars Xanadu Blood and Plo Koon starfighter vehicles at his local Toys”R”Us.
Those looking to pick up the Clone Wars Rise of Boba Fett Ultmate Battle Pack might want to hold out for one more week, as this is going to be part of the Toys”R”Us Big Toy Book promotion starting on 10/31. This set will be on sale for $79.99 – a savings of $20- $30 depending on your store’s pricing.
Wattographs is pleased to announce is September autograph signings with three, first-ever signers Paul Springer and Dan Madsen! Plus a special VERY LIMITED signing with Denis Lawson!
Lawson played X-Wing pilot Wedge Antilles in all 3 original Star Wars films. Wattographs will be attending the Collectormania even in London next month to attend his first ever signing! We are taking send-in items from fans’ and have limited spots available. We will be picking up some show provided photos, signed by Lawson to have available in the store afterwards. Personal items need to arrive with Wattographs by November 1st –so do not delay! See Wattographs.com for full details!
Springer played Jabba the Hutt’s lackey Ree-Yees, a Gamorrean Guard, and a Mon Calamari Officer in “Return of the Jedi.” He also assisted to various puppet work in Phil Tippett’s creature shop during the film. His other film credits include “Little Shop of Horrors” and “Who Framed Roger Rabbit.” Mr. Springer will be signing official photographs and fans’ personal collectibles!
Dan Madsen played the kaadu handler Dams Denna in “The Phantom Menace.” Dan founded the Lucasfilm Fan Club Magazine which became the Star Wars Insider. He also pioneered the Official Star Trek and Lord of the Rings Fan Clubs and their magazine publications. Right now, Dan is working with Clone Wars voice talent Ashley Eckstein campaigning Eckstein’s new Her Universe clothing line. Dan will be providing and signing character photos from Star Wars as well as fans’ personal items!
Signing ends November 15thth at 11:59:59. Personal items need to arrive with Wattographs by that date. Check out Wattographs.com for full signing details!
The official site has announced a new hardcover novel from renowned Star Wars author Timothy Zahn. Choices of One is set between A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back and features Luke, Han, Leia and Mara Jade! Head to StarWars.com for more details.
Our friends at Sandtroopers have received a few new images today showcasing some yet-to-be-officially-announced figures for the Clone Wars line. Head on over for an advanced look at Clone Trooper Hevy (in Training Armor), Obi-Wan Kenobi (new sculpt), Cad Bane (new sculpt) w/TODO-360 and Ahsoka’s astromech, R7-A7!
Despite my local Target not resetting for the glut of new products scheduled this week, they have at least enacted several Temporary Price Reductions on the 2009 Series of Geonosis Arena Sets (down to $9.99 each) and several of the Lego Sets. Check your stores for similar deals
The newest wave of mid-sized vehicles are beginning to show up at Toys”R”us, among them being the outstanding Republic Swamp Speeder. This is easily one of Hasbro’s better efforts – check out some loose pics for yourself in the forums.
Yakface Reader Steven writes in with a follow-up to our previous report on the possibility of a limit of 2 per customer on the Hoth Box Sets:
Hey, I’m a Target employee and thought I’d give you the 411 on exclusives here at the store in TN I work at. The 2 per customer rule is kind of a generic rule for all extremely collectible toys, and to be quite honest, unless it was like the Zu Zu Pets were last Christmas, 99.9% of the cashiers really don’t care. As long as you don’t come through with ten of the same thing, you should be cool. Anyway, I’ve been reading for a long time, and it’s always good to see new info on the site!
Good to know – thanks for the news Steven!