The random winners for the Annual Yak Friday Giveway have been announced – see which two forum members are walking away with the Target Exclusive Hoth Battle Packs after the jump!
Customizer Spotlight – Darth Kikinou
Anyone active in the Yakface forums is familiar with regular contributor Darth Kikinou, but if you haven’t seen his amazing custom Geonosis Arena diorama, you need to check it out. Head on over to the forums and enjoy all the pics he has to share after the jump!
Support Star Wars and Geek Pride for Katie
Katie is a first grade girl who has been teased for bringing her Star Wars water bottle into school because the boys in her class say Star Wars is only for boys. Since her mother posted the story on the web, people of all ages have read and commented to show support for the girl to like whatever she darn well pleases.
Let’s really give her something to smile about. Today, wear a Star Wars tee shirt or any other piece of paraphernalia to show that you support Katie, Star Wars, anti-bullying, or at the very least, cool water bottles. If you don’t have any, be creative.
Invite everyone you know. Let’s show Katie and those boys at school how much support she has.
For more on Katie’s story visit her facebook page.
Gartogg and Archway Environment Pre-order
Sideshow Collectibles has updated tonight and is now taking pre-orders for the & Jabba’s Palace Environment Archway. Reserve yours today!
Vintage 9 Pack on TPR?
If you have passed up to this point on the Target Exclusive Vintage 9pk, you might want to cruise your aisles again. A local MN collector friend, “JediMoses”, has found this on Temporary Price Reduction to a very attractive $35.99. This is a localized markdown and not all Target are observing this price but if your store had an ample supply of these you might want to visit (or at least call) to check. DPCI: 087-06-1620
DCSWCC 2010 Charity Pin Still Available
The Washington DC Metro Area Star Wars Collecting Club (DCSWCC) reminds fans and collectors that their fourth bi-annual charity lapel pin is still available. Order soon for delivery in time for Christmas!
The 2010 pin features Luke Skywalker on his tauntaun with DCSWCC’s signature Washington Monument in the background, in honor of the 30th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back. Fourth in DCSWCC’s series of high-quality cloisonne lapel pins, officially sanctioned by Lucasfilm Ltd., each pin is individually stamped and numbered on the back. Only 1000 will ever be made.
Hoth Battle Packs Giveaway – Last Call!
The clock is ticking for the 2010 Yak Friday Giveaway! We know everyone could use one of these great sets for their collections, so if you haven’t entered the drawing yet, time is almost up! The deadline to enter is Friday, December 10 at 11:59 PM Central Standard Time.
For more information, head on over to the forums!
ToyMan Returns – December 12
This Sunday is the last ToyMan collector show of 2010 and wraps up another great year for this popular collector show.
You never know what you’ll find but there’s always a ton of Star Wars items ranging from vintage to the latest Hasbro releases. And with Christmas right around the corner, there’s sure to be more deals to go around for everyone.
So if you’re in the St. Louis area, head to Toymanshow.com for more details.
ToyFare Magazine Preview Update
Our friends at JediDefender.com have shared some more pics of the upcoming figures revealed recently in ToyFare magazine. These pics show more details than seen previously, and should put to rest any concerns regarding the elbows of the Rebel Fleet Trooper.
Enjoy the images after the jump!
Episode 273: A Spoonful of Star Wars with Robot Chicken!
On December 19 a Star Wars trilogy comes to its conclusion – the Robot Chicken Star Wars trilogy! Trailers have appeared online in the past week, and now Seth and Matt join Arnie and Marjorie on Star Wars Action News to discuss why this is their favorite of the three Star Wars Robot Chicken specials, how this episode is a bit different than the past two, and they even discuss a little bit about their upcoming new Star Wars animated series! Plus, does George Lucas get food trapped in that beard? Listen to this week’s show to find out!
Also this week, Steve, the Gingerprince, reports in from London’s Collectormania event and gives you a chance to win a picture hand-signed by everyone’s favorite Gungan, and Berent has an interview with Bwana Spoons and his Spoonful of Star Wars action figure paintings from DesignerCon in Pasadena!
All this, and cheap AT-ATs and Hailfire droids on this week’s Star Wars Action News!
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You can download this week’s show here or use the direct links: Audio Only or Enhanced