Our friends at Rebelscum have posted an image of a previously unknown major running change/variant out there for the AOTC wave Senate Guard. As you can see, the file photo has been updated to show a scene from Episode II (albeit horizontally flipped) replacing the composite photo used initially. I guess that means that the original one will be all that much harder to find.
It’s that time of year again! The annual American International Toy Fair kicks off tomorrow and we’ll be on the floor to provide you the latest news from many of the Star Wars license holders so watch for updates here and on facebook. Surprisingly, there have been relatively few product leaks so hopefully that bodes well for this being a great show!
This year we’ve revamped our photo galleries with a new interface so you be able to view all of the photos more easily. You can also go back and review our coverage of Toy Fair 2010, SDCC 2010 and Celebration V if you are so inclined.
A huge thanks to our very own Mark Minicuci for making the trek again this year to the big apple.
Don’t forget to get those entries in for the current Yakfinities Customizing Challenge, Alien Military Forces. Check out the latest submissions or enter your own figure here.
Want to have a say in the theme for the next customizing challenge? Then be sure to join in the discussion.
The Yakface Toyguide updates continue today with the addition of Padmé Amidala (Peasant Disguise) from the Vintage Collection’s Attack of the Clones wave.
PROS: Another Amidala outfit is crossed off the want-list! Excellent sculpt and ornate paint apps – especially on the main body. The interchangeable headdresses are a nice touch as is the removable soft goods. Inclusion of the blaster, though superfluous, is a nice bonus too.
CONS: Color of the outfit looks a bit off as this looks more “butterscotch” than “mustard” – hardly worth passing over for this assessment though.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebookand in our forums.
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Anakin Skywalker (Peasant Disguise) from the Vintage Collection’s Attack of the Clones wave.
PROS: Throw your 2002 version in the dumpster, ’cause this one is definitely the best (and last) version you’ll ever need. Great fabric and tailoring for the poncho.
CONS: Hair color seems to be a bit dark – a light “highlight” wash would remedy that though.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebookand in our forums.
It’s one week before Valentine’s Day and time is running out to buy the Valentine’s Day cards, flowers, candies, and gifts needed to woo your beloved! And if you are still in grade school, or shopping or a grade school child, of course the mass market licensed Valentines are how to say “Be Mine” best. Which will grab the attention of the classmates most? Iron Man Valentines? Twilight? Of course the answer is Star Wars! But with four different types of Star Wars Valentine’s Day Cards available this year, some with magnets, some with pencils, some lenticular, the choice of a Valentine is harder than ever, but on this week’s Star Wars Action News hosts Marjorie and Arnie review each of the Valentine’s Day packages and determine whic is sure to win the heart of that special someone.
Also on this week’s podcast, the Entertainment Earth exclusive comic packs are reviewed, we play your voicemails, and discuss the political implications of the recent Star Wars Volkswagen ad! All this and more on the newest episode of Star Wars Action News!
And join us next week as we come to you from New York’s Toy Fair International bringing you all the news and reviews of the Star Wars product coming throughout 2011!
You can download this week’s show here or use the direct links: Audio Only or Enhanced
Seibertron.com has posted a scans from a Hasbro program book revealed at Toy Fair 2011 in Nuremberg. Within it you get a look at some new Transformers Crossovers plus a sneak peek at the New Republic Attack Ship in full playset mode. Head to our facebook page for the image!
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Obi-Wan Kenobi from the Vintage Collection’s Attack of the Clones wave.
PROS: Hasbro took the awesome 2009/2010 Legacy Collection sculpt and improved the deco, gave him a Jedi robe and corrected the paint deco to the lightsaber hilt.
CONS: Still, no extra lightsaber hilt to attach to his belt.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebookand in our forums.
Expert sculptor Evergrey has shared some breathtaking work of his in the forums for your viewing pleasure!
Click on through for a closer look, and let’s hope that Hasbro takes notice of this amazing work.
Sideshow Collectibles now has the Emperor Palpatine with Imperial Throne Premium Format Figure up for pre-order! Be sure to check out the exclusive edition that includes an alternate head sculpt!
