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!
About every 2 or 3 months, a rumor is floated out there that there are new Star Wars movies in the works. Today, iesb.net is reporting that there are reliable “inside sources” indicating that this may in fact be the case. Take the link and see what you think.
Again, a bunk report according to LFL.
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.
The Clone Wars returns tonight with a much needed change in direction from the past two episodes with “Assassin”. This episode looks to be pretty dark so you won’t want to miss this one!
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Kit Fisto from the Clone Wars Collection.
PROS: The added articulation in the legs and soft goods “skirt” make this the near-perfect revision to the prior figure from 2009. Nice touch supplying the lightsaber from his slain former padawan.
CONS:Despite having a phenomenal head sculpt, its design prevents any real head movement/positioning.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
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StarWars.com has just announced that Head of Fan Relations, Steve Sansweet will be leaving Lucasfilm in April 2011. Head to the official site for the full story.
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!
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the Battle Droid Commander from the Clone Wars Collection.
PROS: A nice repaint of the basic battle droid mold. The figure has a nice silver/metallic wash in areas in addition to the yellow commander markings.
CONS: Legs lack articulation (knee and ankle) that would really help in the overall stability and playability of the figure. The legs also warp very easily making the use of a display stand almost mandatory. Finally, and extra joint in the arms (recycled from the Battle at B’Omarr Monastery sculpt) would/should have been utilized here as well.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
We are very pleased to deliver the second installment of Customs & Answers for all you customizing fans out there!
As the Star Wars galaxy continues to expand, so do the ideas of the fans; which is one of the reasons customizing continues to be such a fun aspect of the hobby. So with our second installment, we have gone directly to expert customizer DanoftheDead, who shares his perspective on the hobby and offers some great customizing tips for all our readers.
So go grab a drink and kick back and enjoy some helpful tips and walkthroughs from one of our favorite customizers in the hobby after the jump!