Hasbro Q & A
June 30, 2006 | 2:43 PM EST | Scott
What does three up and three down mean to you? In Baseball it could mean the end of an inning. Here at Yakface, it means three new questions have been answered by the crew at Hasbro. Click on over to check them out.
Kubrick Series 6 Chase Figures
June 30, 2006 | 1:41 PM EST | Jayson
Our friends at Jedidefender.com have posted great images of the Kubrick chase figures from the recently released Series 6. Chase figures are General Veers,Grand Moff Tarkin and Wedge X-Wing Pilot!
USC AT-ST
June 30, 2006 | 1:31 PM EST | Mark
Over at Lego shop at home.. you can now order the USC AT-ST. price is $79.99
More Skirmish in the Senate Price Cuts
June 30, 2006 | 11:12 AM EST | rykrofenloe
Following the earlier report on Target clearning out several Star Wars items, Yak reader StraitStff writes in with the following –
“The Target in my area had all vintage and greivous’ marked down to $9.08. The battle pack was $12.98. – Minneapolis.”
Thanks for the email StraitStff!
UGH Lucas Stormtrooper Arriving Up North
June 30, 2006 | 10:32 AM EST | Jayson
Our friends at deathstarplans2.com have posted info that those in Canada who have mailed off for their George Lucas Stormtrooper have started to receive them. Although the figure is the same, the Canadian packaging is slightly different with having bilingual text printed on it as well. Head on over to view some images.
24 Hours, Revealed The Forums Will!
June 30, 2006 | 12:00 AM EST | Brandon
We hope you guys are all ready!!! In just a little under 24 hours our official Forums will open to our visitors. We’re excited to read your comments of anticipation and we cannot wait to reveal our forums to you all.
In the meantime you can read, post, and discuss your feelings, moods, etc. of anticipation on our forums page!
Wave 5 In Stock At Hasbro Toy Shop.com
June 29, 2006 | 10:09 PM EST | Bill
Yak Reader John gave us the heads up that wave 5 — the cantina wave — is now in stock at Hasbro Toyshop.com Click here to order
YakPoll – New Vehicles!
June 29, 2006 | 9:09 PM EST | Scott
I’m officially declaring 2007 as the year when Hasbro stood up and said…” HERE…now shut up! ”
I’m referring of course to the wealth of goodies that are very close to being confirmed for late ’06 and ’07. Long awaited EU figures like Quinlan Vos and the Yuuzhan Vong. Long time wish-list figs like C-3PO with bendy knees, Hermi Odle and Biggs in Tatooine outfit.
And of course the knock-you-on-your-ass surprise confirmation of the upcoming Sith Infiltrator and V-Wing fighter vehicles. Yep, they said they would never happen but here they come!
So for the purposes of our latest YakPoll, let’s turn our attention to the NEXT wish-list vehicle you’d like to see happen.
Will it be the ever popular AT-TE? Jabba’s floating pleasure palace the Sail Barge? or will you go with something smaller like Grievous Starfighter or the LONG overdue Twin-Pod Cloud Car?
Hasbro said some of these would never happen either, but now, I’m not so sure. Vote now, Hasbro could be reading!
Star Wars 2007 Sneak Peeks Updated
June 29, 2006 | 7:30 AM EST | Bill
The Official Site has updated their series of teasers for Hyperspace members on what we can expect next year. This update’s teaser features what appears to be an ATAT in flames, however it’s definitely worth a look at the full image which includes a quote for everyone’s favorite lean, green, and mean, diminutive Jedi Master. Click here for more.
Fold Me You Will….
June 29, 2006 | 1:01 AM EST | Mark B
I ran across this great website today – Zipped.org and within found instructions for a great little Yoda Origami. So if you’re in the mood for a little paper folding, here’s all the instructions you need (along with a little bit of green paper) to make your own Yoda Origami.
Star Wars Target Clearance
June 28, 2006 | 9:45 PM EST | rykrofenloe
Just a heads up Yak readers, I went by a local St. Louis Target this evening and saw the following items on clearance –
Skirmish in the Senate Battle Pack – $16.98
Demise of Grievous – $11.08
VSTC Figures – $11.08
Not very low price cuts yet, but if they are starting to clear them out, it’s a good bet they will be lowering these prices quite a bit more in the coming weeks.
Hey Lego Fans!
June 28, 2006 | 3:18 PM EST | Scott
Hadn’t seen mention made of this anywhere but two new Lego sets are hitting TRU shelves right now.
First is set 6210 – Jabba’s Sail Barge which retails for $74.99. and also available is set 6211 – The Imperial Star Destroyer (Mini Fig playset version) and carries a $99.99 price tag.
You could discuss how excited you are about these new sets if only Yakface had a forum upon which to do so. Hmmmmm…..I wonder what’s going on this Saturday?.
Jorg Sacul KUBRICK
June 28, 2006 | 9:15 AM EST | Mark
The 06 Medicom Toy Exhibition figure is a carded Jorg Sacul KUBRICK.
The Saber Vault Update
June 28, 2006 | 7:42 AM EST | Bill
This just in from The Saber Vault:
Time is running out if you are wanting to get a Rebel
Fleet trooper blaster, snow speeder, or ATATs for an
incredible price! Sale ends on June 30th. Rebel
Fleet blasters are $175 shipped in the U.S.
New arrival: Pirates of the Caribbean Jack Sparrow
Compass! This is in stock just in time for the
movie. And don’t forget to pick up a Davy Jones
Locker key, Jack Sparrow ring, and cursed coin which
are all very affordable and in stock as well.
There are still a few full Maul mini lightsabers in
stock as well as full and battle damaged Maul FX
sabers. Click here to order.
Custom Spotlight – Owen’s Anx Jedi
June 27, 2006 | 10:09 PM EST | rykrofenloe
Owen D. has just updated his site with several new customs, including an Anx Jedi. Be sure to check out the cool comparison pic of the size of this Jedi next to other figures!
Also, many more new updates have been added to his custom site atwww.owenscustoms.com
Hasbro Toy Shop: Special On Spuds!
June 27, 2006 | 6:51 PM EST | Jayson
Hasbrotoyshop.com has an exclusive 3-pack of the popular Mr. Potato Head Star Wars Figures. Order up Darth Tater, Artoo Potatoo and the Spud Trooper all for $21.99.
Elite Edition Han Solo Blaster
June 27, 2006 | 8:02 AM EST | Mark B
Maaster Replicas will start preorders today for the incredible new Elite Edition Han Solo Blaster Replica. Its only available for collectors society members (you have to log in to even see the product).
Never-before-seen details
Die-cast metal construction
See-through scope
Real wood grips
Machined steel replica MG81 booster/flash-suppressor
Pristine paint finish
Museum quality display case with mirrored base and acrylic cover
Prop story, numbered plaque and Certificate of Authenticity
Limited to 1250 pieces worldwide
Ordering starts at 9am PST at
Maaster Replicas and be assured….these will sell out almost immediately!
Star Wars Named Best License of 2006
June 27, 2006 | 7:27 AM EST | Bill
That’s right! We all did it!!!! The Official Site is reporting that Star Wars has been named the best license of 2006– talk about showing the power of the fans.Click here for more.
SDCC/Star Wars Fan Club Breakfast
June 26, 2006 | 1:27 PM EST | Jayson
The Official Site has offered up details on a exclusive Hyperspace member breakfast being held Saturday, July 22 at the Marriott Hotel & Marina. Attendees will be treated to free goods, a chat with Steve Sansweet and more. For the full scoop click here.
TF Han / Chewie / Falcon Out Now!
June 26, 2006 | 8:37 AM EST | Scott
SW Transformers fans! The new Han Solo / Chewbacca / Millenium Falcon is hitting shelves now. I spotted this puppy at a Wal-Mart in Warren, Michigan.
It features lights, sound effects and real Harrison Ford dialogue clips!
Nifty!
Action HQ Update
June 26, 2006 | 7:38 AM EST | Bill
Action-HQ bringing the Best to you FIRST with the NEW Star Wars Saga Jedi Starfighter & Darth Vader’s TIE Fighter, Pre-Order!& Many More!
Available Now!
– Anakin Skywalker Jedi Starfighter!
– Obi-Wan Kenobi Jedi Starfighter!
– Mace Windu Jedi Starfighter!
– Darth Vader Advanced TIE Fighter!
– Star Wars Saga Collection Wave 5!
– Star Wars Transformers Millennium Falcon!
– Star Wars Hoth Unleashed Battle Pack!
Hot Pre-Orders!
– Unleashed Boba Fett (NEW)!
– Unleashed Gen. Grievous (NEW)!
– 3″ Titanium Series A-Wing!
– 3″ Titanium Series Sandcrawler!
– 3″ Titanium Series Star Destroyer!
– Transformers Emperor Imperial Shuttle!
– Transformers Jango Fett Slave 1!
– Transformers Clone ARC-170!
– Kubrick Series 6 Set of 6!
– Kotobukiya 1/7 EP5 Luke Skywalker!
– Kotobukiya 1/7 Jabba Slave Leia!
– 3″ Titanium Series Set of 3
(M.Falcon, Luke Speederbike & Rep. Cruiser)!
Get yours first at Action-HQ.com.
Custom Spotlight – Owen D’s Boba Fetts
June 25, 2006 | 11:42 PM EST | rykrofenloe
To end this weekend before we all go back to work (and hopefully fun summer days off for our younger readers), here is a quick look at a pair of recent customs from Owen – a Preproduction ESB Boba Fett
(Proto Fett) and a Holiday Special Boba Fett
To see these and many more fantastic customs by Owen, check outwww.owenscustom.com!
Target Exclusive Snowspeeder w/ All New Figure
June 25, 2006 | 1:45 PM EST | rykrofenloe
The folks over at Sir Steve’s Guide have revealed some information (along with some great pics) of the upcoming Target Exclusive Snowspeeder.
The big surprise is an ALL NEW SCULPTED FIGURE, of Zev Senesca, who in ESB finds Han and Luke in a rescue mission for the two Rebel Heroes. Zev was later killed in the Battle of Hoth.
May The Forums Be With You…
June 23, 2006 | 7:37 PM EST | Brandon
It’s Official! On Friday, July 1st, 2006 Yakface.com Forums will make its highly anticipated debut to the internet world. I know many Yakkers are excited. Are you ready?
*Note: Visit the forums page and share your excitement!
Hasbro Q&A
June 23, 2006 | 4:59 PM EST | Scott
Only a couple questions this week, but rest assured, there will be more next week. Click on over to check out the answers.
New Vehicles from Hasbro
June 23, 2006 | 1:38 PM EST | Jayson
Rebelscum.com is reporting that Hasbro has done an about face of sorts and is actually going to produce 3-3/4″ scale versions of the SITH INFILTRATOR and the V-WING.
A New Blaster
June 23, 2006 | 11:45 AM EST | Mark
Over at Master Replica’s website, they have the following posted…
Membership has its privildges…
…and then some.
Han Solo Blaster Elite Edition
From Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope
Whether avoiding imperial entanglements, fending off would be assassins, or rescuing princesses in distress, Han Solo does it all with his trusty DL-44 blaster by his side.
Our first Elite Edition release of 2006 is a spectacular new replica of the firearm carried by everyone’s favorite Corellian pirate.
Created from premium materials, this exclusive Elite Edition blaster is built on an all new replica of an antique German semi-automatic pistol, and features incredible custom machined details that until recently remained unknown.
Crafted with our customary quality and attention to detail, this fully authorized replica has been recreated from Lucasfilm archival materials and features:
Never-before-seen details
Die-cast metal construction
See-through scope
Real wood grips
Machined steel replica MG81 booster/flash-suppressor
Pristine paint finish
Museum quality display case with mirrored base and acrylic cover
Prop story, numbered plaque and Certificate of Authenticity
Limited to 1250 pieces worldwide
$649.00
Collectors Society
On Sale Date:
June 27, 2006
(9:00am Pacific Time)
General Public
On Sale Date:
Not Available
Expected to begin
shipping Fall 2006
Only Collectors Society members are able to order these exclusive Elite Editions. If you are not a member yet, make sure you join today!
Elite Editions sell out fast, so be quick on the draw placing your order or you’ll end up as disappointed as a certain Rodian hit man in a Mos Eisley bar…
Kubrick News
June 23, 2006 | 11:41 AM EST | Jayson
Medicom Toy, the manufacturers of Kubricks, have posted info on the next series. They are: Emperor’s Royal Guard, Scout Trooper, Boushh, Lando Skiff Guard, Gamorrean Guard & Spirit of Anakin (the true Sebastian Shaw version). Coolness!
JediDefender.com has also posted images of an Exclusive Jorg Sacul X-Wing Pilot and an Imperial Be@rbrick 2-pack which includes a 100% AND 400% size Be@rbrick-style figure!
Also those that have ordered Case shipments of Series 6 from overseas retailers are sending out shipping notices. Watch for them to ship out next week!
Darth Vader Anakin Reveal Mini Bust
June 23, 2006 | 11:15 AM EST | Mark
The Exlusive Vader Reveal Bust is now IN STOCK and going FAST over at Entertainment Earth. If you did not preorder this, and want to get one. Head over and order yours before they are gone.
YakPoll – Health Of The Hobby
June 22, 2006 | 11:50 PM EST | Scott
Now that Episode III is in the history books, and the film Saga is now complete, how do you feel about SW collecting today?
Do you feel it’s going as strong as it was in the good ‘ol days of POTF 2, POTJ etc.? Perhaps it’s merely taking a breather before the next big frenzy hits. Are we witnessing the beginning of the end or has it already arrived?
Hasbro has the SW licence until 2018 but do you feel fandom at large has enough steam (and money) to sustain it that long?
Let us know what you think, vote now!
TRU Exclusive Dagobah X-wing Fighter
June 22, 2006 | 11:03 PM EST | Jayson
Our buddies at JediDefender have posted several in package photos of the upcoming TRU Exclusive Dagobah X-Wing Fighter. Man this this almost looks to good to open! It includes a retooled OTC Luke Skywalker and the Dragonsnake Swamp Creature, but you’ll have to supply your own R2. Go take a look!
Xizor’s Obstructed View……
June 22, 2006 | 8:38 PM EST | Deron
Greetings all you rabid Xizor’s View readers. I just wanted you to know that I have not gone away (no one is THAT lucky). Many things happening in the Xizor household plus computer issues have sidelined me just a bit. Fear not, I have some temporary computer digs, and will return soon with my take on our beloved hobby.
See you soon!
Xizor
Star Wars Is Forever Drink Coasters
June 22, 2006 | 2:45 PM EST | Jayson
While entertaining this summer, you can now accessorize your party with Star Wars Coasters. Each set of four includes 2 Rebel and 2 Imperial insignia coasters along with a holder with the “Star Wars is Forever” slogan. This item is a StarWarsShop.com Exclusive and will ship in July.
Busting Out The Clones…
June 22, 2006 | 8:55 AM EST | Mark B
StarWarsShop.com
is now offering a boxed set of 4 Gentle Giant AOTC Clone Trooper Bust Ups. Great sets to have if you’re like me and don’t have room (or the cash) for the full size busts! They’re really affordable at $19.99 for the set of 4. Get over toStarWarsShop.com
to order.
New TIE Fighter on the Horizon
June 21, 2006 | 10:19 PM EST | Jayson
The crew at Rebelscum have posted some interesting photos of a new TSC version of last year’s Target Exclusive TIE Fighter with those big solar panel wings. This version sports a new color, which appears to be molded gray, rather than blue and again includes the POTF2 sculpt TIE Pilot. Click on over to check out the goods.
Comic-Con: Star Wars Exclusives
June 21, 2006 | 10:10 PM EST | Jayson
The Official Site has been updated tonight to give all SDCC attendees the scoop on what Con Exclusives will be available and where and when you can get them. Looks like a ton of great stuff from a multitude of manufacturers. And good news for non-attendees, some items will be available simultaneously through various e-tailers during the run of the Con. Read all about it here.
Questions Needed
June 21, 2006 | 7:55 AM EST | Mark B
Your questions are needed for our latest edition of Yakface QnA. Send them into mark.borkowski@gmail.com. No question is too big or too small….send them my way!
Fan Eyes For Plastic Guys
June 21, 2006 | 7:36 AM EST | Bill
The Official Site‘s Bantha Tracks section has updated with a new story for Hyperspace Fans– Fan Eyes For Plastic Guys. If you want to see some action figures and 12″ from the Saga dressed in a far more… err.. contemporary fashion (all puns intended) Check it out here.
Action HQ Update
June 20, 2006 | 11:36 PM EST | Bill
This just in from Action-HQ:
Action-HQ bringing the Best to you FIRST with the NEW
Hot Toys Star Wars Saga Wave 5, Transformers Millennium Falcon, & Many More!
Available Now!
– Star Wars Saga Collection Wave 5!
– Star Wars Transformers Millennium Falcon!
– Star Wars Deluxe Unleashed Battle Pack (Hoth)!
Hot Pre-Orders!
– Unleashed Boba Fett (NEW)!
– Unleashed Gen. Grievous (NEW)!
– 3″ Titanium Series A-Wing!
– 3″ Titanium Series Sandcrawler!
– 3″ Titanium Series Star Destroyer!
– Transformers Emperor Imperial Shuttle!
– Transformers Jango Fett Slave 1!
– Transformers Clone ARC-170!
– Kubrick Series 6 Set of 6!
– Kotobukiya 1/7 EP5 Luke Skywalker!
– Kotobukiya 1/7 Jabba Slave Leia!
– 3″ Titanium Series Set of 3
(M.Falcon, Luke Speederbike & Rep. Cruiser)!
Get yours FIRST at the NEW Action-HQ.com!
Star Wars LEGO 2!!!
June 20, 2006 | 6:02 PM EST | Mark
More news over at Star Wars.com on the new upcoming game LEGO Star Wars 2.
Shannon Reynolds
June 20, 2006 | 10:33 AM EST | rykrofenloe
The Star Wars fan community has lost one of it’s best fans. Longtime forum member Princess at Jedidefender has passed away.
In the few times I spoke with her she was always extremely kind and a pleasure to talk to. May God bless her and her family and her spirit live on.
You can read more about Shannon at Jedidefender
Inclusive Edition GONE
June 20, 2006 | 8:48 AM EST | Mark B
Ok, so you missed out on the inclusive 12″ Darth Maul….there is now a regular edition available. Head over to Sideshow before you miss out on it!
Star Wars Action News – Episode XLIII
June 19, 2006 | 8:53 AM EST | Scott
Star Wars Action News is back again with a special review of the Sideshow Collectibles 1/4 scale General Grievous statue. This statue was previewed at Celebration 3. Many of you have waited pateintly for the statue as it took almost a year to be released. Be sure to listen to Arnie’s review of this much anticipated statue!
Also this week we begin a new series focusing on the perils and triumphs of collecting for those who live outside of the US. Our first interview is with Daniel from New Zealand.
Star Wars Action News has the latest collecting news. Be sure to download this week’s episode for the latest on the SDCC exclusives and what you can find at your local store. Some listeners are still finding the UGH chase figures. Find out where by listening to our show!
Also, our contest is continuing for the signed, hardcover copy of Betrayal, the first book in the Legacy of the Force series. To enter, simply subscribe to our newsletter! Winners will be revealed on our show July 3rd.
You can download our show via iTunes or head to our website,Reviewstarwars.com, to download our Podcast. While there, you can read our blog, check out our special features and participate in our forums.
Happy Collecting! And if you enjoy the show, please consider voting for us at Podcast Alley.
Last Day for Inclusive Maul
June 19, 2006 | 8:30 AM EST | Mark B
Don’t be the one who forgot and ends up having to pay a fortune for one of these on Ebay! Today is the last day to order the Sideshow 12″ Inclusive version Darth Maul….Remember, YOU set the edition size. Once time is up, that’s all they’ll make! Don’t miss out, click on through the banner above for the order page.
Yak Spotlight: Sideshow 12″ Anakin
June 19, 2006 | 7:50 AM EST | Jayson
The Yak Spotlight has been updated today which covers the Sideshow 12″ Anakin Skywalker Jedi Knight figure. Read on and give the guy a hand.
Rykrof Enloe – Slaughter on Munist Preview
June 17, 2006 | 12:11 PM EST | rykrofenloe
Chapter 4 in the Rykrof Enloe Photonovel Series will be coming soon, with today a couple of Sneak Preview pics being added as a hint of what is to come.
Following a recent raid on a Badoo Corba terrorist warehouse on Coruscant, Rykrof Enloe escorts former Chancellor Finis Valorum to meet with an influential politician, in hopes to guarantee his loyalty to the Republic. Little does Rykrof know of what fate awaits his team on the distant planet.
Hasbro Q & A Time!
June 16, 2006 | 9:58 PM EST | Scott
Clone fans, I strongly suggest you check out the answers to this week’s Q & A with Hasbro.
Two words…
GALACTIC MARINES!!
Go…NOW!
Sideshow Collectibles: Inclusive Maul Up for Pre-Order
June 15, 2006 | 9:23 PM EST | Jayson
The Inclusive 12″ Darth Maul is now available from Sideshow Collectibles. Don’t forget to order those sweet Sith Probe Droids too.
Star Wars.com Update: Bernie Loomis Tribute
June 15, 2006 | 7:36 PM EST | Jayson
The Official Site updates tonight with a tribute to the late Bernie Loomis – the inventor of the 3-3/4-inch action figure. A must read for all SW collectors.
VOTC Biker Scout
June 15, 2006 | 5:30 PM EST | Mark
The hard to find VOTC Biker Scout is back in stock at Amazon if you are having difficulty finding him or if you want some army builders..
Inclusive Edition On Sale TODAY
June 15, 2006 | 8:39 AM EST | Mark B
Just a reminder that the Sideshow Inclusive Edition of the 12″ Darth Maul figure goes on sale TODAY (Thursday) at 6PM PST. The Inclusive Edition will be up from today through Monday at 6PM PST. However many are ordered during that time will be the edition size. Click on through the banner to get yours ordered.
Customizer Spotlight – Daigo-Bah’s Cantina
June 15, 2006 | 2:15 AM EST | rykrofenloe
On of the most widely known and respected customizers in the hobby updates with his amazing Cantina diorama. The pics above are just a teaser for what he has shared in this custom thread at www.jedidefender.com
Simply amazing work Daigo-Bah, amazing. Thank you for sharing this with the collecting community!
EE San Diego Exclusive????
June 14, 2006 | 3:42 PM EST | Mark
OK, so I was poking around on the Entertainment Earth website and came across something that has not been posted anywhere.. but until then.. click onTHIS LINK and check it out. If you are into the Code 3 Posters.. this one ROCKS!!
TSC: Cantina Patron Variants Found
June 14, 2006 | 10:58 AM EST | Jayson
Our buddies at JediDefender have posted a story about 2 new variants found regarding Momaw Nadon and Hem Dazon. Both figures are are apparantly showing up with clear Cantina glasses rather than the blue painted ones. They must have been thirsty. Bartender another round!
Need The MR Full Maul Mini
June 13, 2006 | 10:58 PM EST | Bill
Missed out on ordering the 2005 Master Replicas Collector Society Membership, with it’s mini full length Darth Maul lightsaber? Well now’s your chance to fill that hole in your collection. The Saber Vault has been able to obtain some of these, and has them for $53.00, including free shipping in the US. Click here for more.
Toyguide Update: SSC 12″ Anakin Skywalker
June 13, 2006 | 3:01 PM EST | Jayson
Added to the toyguide today is the beautifully detailed and accessorized, but infinitely frustrating 12″ Anakin Skywalker from Sideshow Collectibles. Stay tuned for a Yak Spotlight on this piece later this week. Until then, click the photo above to take a gander at 100+ images of Jedi Knight sweetness. And look for a guest appearance by Hasbro’s own 12″ Count Dooku!
Kotobukiya’s Latest!
June 13, 2006 | 2:26 PM EST | Mark B
StarWarsShop.com
Photonovel Update – The Enloe Chronicles
June 13, 2006 | 11:21 AM EST | rykrofenloe
The third chapter in the Rykrof Enloe series is up, Anti-Jedi.
Following the events on Naboo, newly elected Supreme Chancellor sends Peace Officer Rykrof Enloe to investigate a suspected terrorist operations base hidden on Coruscant. In this chapter Rykrof and his team face a difficult situation with a noble Jedi Master, Kala Mly Shundi.
For a menu of all the chapters, please click here or click on the Dioramas button on the menu on the right of the main page here.
Master Replicas 2006 Collector Society Memberships Now Shipping
June 13, 2006 | 7:38 AM EST | Bill
If you joined the Master Replicas Collector Society for 2006, keep an eye on your mailbox. The 2006 membership cards are now shipping. Note this is NOT the membership kit with the satin finish mini Mace saber, it is just the card itself.
Final ’06 Figures Available for Preorder
June 13, 2006 | 12:42 AM EST | Mark B
StarWarsShop.com just put up for preorder the cases of the final 2006 Hasbro figures. Save yourself some hunting (and GAS!), and just order a case of them….from StarWarsShop.com
ILM Pioneer To Speak At Marin County Fair
June 13, 2006 | 12:30 AM EST | Scott
This news comes from Robert about what looks to be an exciting event to happen in Skywalker Country, otherwise known as Marin County on July 1st…
” My name is Robert Nidds, I’m the producer of the 2006 Marin Counmty Fair Creatures and Models Exhibit.
Lorne Petersen, one of the “founding fathers” of the Star Wars/ILM Model Shop has now confimed that he will be giving a talk/presentation about his upcoming book “Sculpting the Galaxy – the Story of the Star Wars Model Shop” on July 1, 2006 at the Marin County Fair Creatures and Models Exhibit, in San Rafael, CA..
This is one of the very first previews of this book, due in the fall, and MCF Creatures and Models is proud to be able to provide this first look at this magnificent book and provide the one of the first chances to reserve the special edition.
The 501st Legion’s Golden Gate Garrison will also be there to enforce the will of the Empire!
The presentation is tentatively scheduled for 2PM, contact the Fair Offices for the exact time, online at www.marinfair.org.
Thanks again! Sincerely,
Robert Nidds ”
Thank You Robert!
If any Yak readers are going to attend, please send us a report.
Now That’s A ROYAL Starship
June 12, 2006 | 10:34 PM EST | Bill
Yak Reader Javier Bonet did an outstanding job customizing a Naboo Royal Starship to look like to should. Check it out here.
UPDATE: Due to popular demand we are hoping to bring a you a “how to” chrome your starship from Javier!
Action HQ Update
June 12, 2006 | 10:21 PM EST | Bill
Action-HQ bringing the Best to you FIRST with the NEW
Clone Wars “Hunt for Grievous Battle Pack”, Star Wars Unleashed, Transformers & Titanium, & Many More!
Available Now!
– Star Wars Animated Hunt for Grievous!
Hot Pre-Orders!
– Unleashed Boba Fett (NEW)!
– Unleashed Gen. Grievous (NEW)!
– 3″ Titanium Series A-Wing!
– 3″ Titanium Series Sandcrawler!
– 3″ Titanium Series Star Destroyer!
– Transformers Emperor Imperial Shuttle!
– Transformers Jango Fett Slave 1!
– Transformers Clone ARC-170!
– Deluxe Unleashed Battle Packs!
– Kubrick Series 6 Set of 6!
– Transformers Millennium Falcon!
– Kotobukiya 1/7 EP5 Luke Skywalker!
– Kotobukiya 1/7 Jabba Slave Leia!
– 3″ Titanium Series Set of 3
(M.Falcon, Luke Speederbike & Rep. Cruiser)!
Get yours FIRST at the NEW Action-HQ.com!
2006: The Year of the Repacks
June 12, 2006 | 11:45 AM EST | Jayson
Rebelscum has posted a few hi-res shots of the newest repack wave, now dubbed “EIII Greatest Battles Collection”. Similar to the Heroes and Villains Assortment, this refresh includes 14 figures, all previously available in the ROTS line, but now on the much more attractive TSC style cardbacks with holograms.
Star Wars Action News – Episode XLII
June 12, 2006 | 9:20 AM EST | Scott
This week on Star Wars Action News Marjorie and Arnie sat down with Aaron Alston to talk about his new book, Betrayal. Betrayal is the first book in the Legacy of the Force series by Del Ray. Aaron is a really nice person and was a lot of fun to chat with. Check out our interview in this weekís show. There is also a contest for a signed copy of Betrayal. Newsletter subscribers are automatically entered!
In addition we have a massive store report! There has been a lot of stocking going on and even more to come! Whatís been found in your neck of the woods? We play YOUR voicemails about what you are finding in the stores in your area. If you make a great haul or want to call just to say hi, call us at 415-508-JEDI.
Please remember to vote for us at Podcast Alley.
Thank you for listening!
Figure Review: Luke Skywalker X-wing Pilot
June 12, 2006 | 9:03 AM EST | Jayson
New Week, New Review. Today’s review covers the latest incarnation of Luke in his X-wing Pilot Gear. For my latest stream of consciousness read on!
June 12, 2006 | 8:40 AM EST | Mark
Over at Wal-Mart.com they have in stock the new Star Wars Transformers:
Star Wars Transformer Action Figure: Emperor Shuttle
Star Wars Transformer Action Figure: Jengo Fett Slave 1
Star Wars Transformer Action Figure: Clone Trooper ARC-170
At Last We Will Reveal Ourselves……
June 11, 2006 | 8:28 AM EST | Mark B
Sideshow Collectibles has just put up an “official” preview of the next 12″ Star Wars figure – Darth Maul. Preorders start this Thursday. This will be the first time that instead of an exclusive version, you will have the option of purchasing the extra item – which is a set of 3 probe droids. Also remember – YOU set the edition size, however many people place orders within a specified time will be the edition size! Click on through the photo above for the full preview!
Check those Walmart Clearance Aisles!!
June 11, 2006 | 12:25 AM EST | rykrofenloe
I found a very dusty Early Bird set at Walmart this weekend, on clearance for $3.00 and mailed it in. If you haven’t bought one of these yet, and are looking to get one cheap, it might be worth it to head by your local Walmart.
Rykrof Enloe Chapters 3 & 4 Preview
June 10, 2006 | 9:00 PM EST | rykrofenloe
Chapters 3 and 4 in the photonovel series, Soldier of Virtue: The Enloe Chronicles will be coming soon.
Following the events in Crisis on Abridon and Underground Resistance, pressure continues to mount on Peace Officer Rykrof Enloe as the Republic, under newly elected Supreme Chancellor Palpatine, struggles to maintain order in the galaxy.
Toyguide Update: Skirmish In The Senate
June 10, 2006 | 2:11 PM EST | Jayson
This weekend’s update continues with the Skirmish In The Senate Battle Pack. Within the imagery, watch Yoda and Darth Sidious go toe-to-toe in a duel for the fate of the galaxy! And in case you hadn’t heard or had forgotten, the Aurabesh text on the Senate Pod reads: “SW FANS RULE”. Hey… that’s us!
Note to Hasbro: Please make a Darth Sidious dressed as he was in this pivotal scene!
Toyguide Update: VTSC Luke Skywalker
June 10, 2006 | 12:38 PM EST | Jayson
This weekend’s update kicks off with Luke Skywalker X-Wing Pilot from the VTSC line. A great figure all around – too bad Hasbro overlooked giving him the wrong lightsaber hilt attached to his flightsuit. (Yep, that’s dear ol’ dad’s weapon.)
Custom Spotlight – Fritzkrieg’s Baron Fel
June 10, 2006 | 12:38 PM EST | rykrofenloe
This weekend’s custom spotlight is an excellent version of Baron Fel by customizer Fritzkrieg. Very nice work and extremely life-like. This is definitely a figure that I think would do very well if Hasbro were to go back to making more EU figures and another reason I think Hasbro should pay more attention to what the customizing community does (hint hint Hasbro!).
Great job Fritzkrieg!
Toyguide Update: Darth Vader Bespin Confrontation
June 9, 2006 | 7:42 PM EST | Jayson
The updates keep a comin’! This update features images of Darth Vader – Bespin Confrontation. Sorry, Force powers and Lightsaber effects not included.
Toyguide Update: Drinkin’ Buddies
June 9, 2006 | 7:37 PM EST | Jayson
Our Toyguide is updated once again with packaged and loose images of Momaw “Hammerhead” Nadon and Hem “T-Head” Dazon. Enjoy!
LEGO: Hi-Res UCS AT-ST Images
June 9, 2006 | 6:44 PM EST | Jayson
Steve from Lego has passed on to us some hi-res images of the upcoming Ultimate Collector’s AT-ST. Click these links to view them:
Box Front
Assembled Front
Assembled Back
Stat Plaque
TRU UGH Sticker Theft Prevention (pt. II)
June 9, 2006 | 5:31 PM EST | Scott
Following up on my report from yesterday regarding TRU’s measures to curb UGH sticker theft, Mike from Manhattan sends this report and photo…
” Saw the post about the plastic cases that the VTSC are being kept in at a store on Yak…This is a pic of a new sign at the Times Square TRU store to trying to prevent POP theft. Great site!!! – Mike from Manhattan ”
Thanks Mike! Well this could be a good thing or a bad thing depending on your point of view. But it’s nice to see other stores TRYING to take steps to thwart thieves.
1st Hasbro Q & A Posted!
June 9, 2006 | 5:19 PM EST | Scott
The answers have come back from Hasbro to a few Yak readers questions. Click the banner above to check them out!
If your question didn’t get used this time out, it could be held over for another week’s session, stay tuned!
UPDATE: Star Tours Yoda
June 9, 2006 | 12:15 PM EST | Jayson
For all of you Yoda fans out there, I highly recommend acquiring the 18″ Yoda from this year’s Star Tours Weekends. As an added bonus the Master Replicas .45 Scale Yoda Saber fits perfectly in his hand!
UPDATE: From Yakreader Neil
In case anyone who wanted this wasn’t going to a Disney park anytime soon. I was able to call Disney DelivEARS and they were able to place an order for the Star Tours Yoda and have it delivered. I haven’t received mine yet (just ordered a couple days ago), but this worked for the Yoda/Mickey 2-pack from last year as well.
Disneyland DelivEARS at 800-760-3566
Toyguide Update: Hunt For Grievous Battle Pack
June 9, 2006 | 11:23 AM EST | Jayson
As promised, a plethora of images of the “Hunt For Grievous Battle Pack” have been added to the toyguide. A must view for all you/us clone lovers!
Endor AT-AT at RS
June 9, 2006 | 10:12 AM EST | Jayson
Rebelscum this morning has posted shots and details of the upcoming TRU exclusive Endor deco AT-AT. Pack-in figures includes the inferior POTJ-era Scout Trooper and the more recent AT-AT Driver. It’ll be fun squashing some ewoks when this baby’s released! Go check it out!
Toyguide Update: Clone Wars Republic Gunship
June 9, 2006 | 9:51 AM EST | Jayson
Our Toyguide is updated today with complete boxed and loose images of theClone Wars Republic Gunship. Look for another Toyguide update later today that covers the colorful clones that utilize this “space whale” in Hunt of General Grievous.
Yak Poll – Mystery Figure
June 9, 2006 | 9:15 AM EST | Scott
EU fans are rejoicing at the news of the upcoming Kir Kanos figure. But this badass Royal Guardsman is packed in with an as-yet-unannounced mystery figure. (To be revealed at Comic-Con in July)
So, of the three selections offered, who do you think it’s going to be? Brooding Jedi bad boy Quinlan Vos? Former Emperor’s Hand turned Luke Skywalker love interest Mara Jade? Or video game Sith fave Darth Nihilus?
Or do you call none of the above and think it’s going to be someone else? Vote Now!
Gentle Giant Boba Fett Now Shipping!!!
June 9, 2006 | 9:12 AM EST | Mark B
I just got word from StarWarsShop.com that the new Gentle Giant Boba Fett statue has started shipping!!! Watch for FEDEX delivering these soon (mine shows up Tuesday!). If you haven’t ordered one of these, they are now showing as IN STOCK over at StarWarsShop.com
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Darth Plagueis the Wise Anyone?
June 9, 2006 | 7:41 AM EST | Bill
The Official Site has updated with news that James Luceno who brought us Cloak of Deception has been tapped to bring Darth Plagueis to life in the Expanded Universe. This will be a novel set to appear in 2008 which promises to answer many questions about the Sith, and specifically about Palpatine, and maybe a little about the little boy who would become Darth Vader. Click here for the full story.
Custom Spotlight – Phruby’s Mongo Beefheads
June 9, 2006 | 12:10 AM EST | rykrofenloe
Many fans may be familiar with a series of figures that were never made back in 1985-1986, including a unique kitbash, known as Mongo Beefhead.
Well known customizer Phruby shares two vintage styled customs of his own, paying tribute to this bizarre creature.
Check out many more of Phruby’s customs by clicking here!
Original Trilogy DVD Oops Penny Arcade Style
June 8, 2006 | 10:11 PM EST | Keri
Ever wonder why George is giving us the Laserdisc transfers onto DVD? The guys over at pennyarcade may have the answer! Please note: Penny Arcade does and may contain some language that is not suitable for children or some adults may find offensive. However, today’s comic is suitable for all audiences!
Click on through below for a good laugh!
Penny Arcade Oopsie Daisy Comic
R2-Pota-2 Shipping
June 8, 2006 | 9:42 PM EST | Bill
This just in from Yak Reader John:
I ordered r2 Potato head on Sunday from Hasbro Toy Shop.com and today I got an email saying the it is shipping. I guess it is time to be on the look out for them.
Hey, At Least They’re Trying!
June 8, 2006 | 9:39 PM EST | Scott
I gotta give props to the folks at the Roseville Michigan Toys R Us. I was in there this evening and noticed that each and every one of their VTSC figures were encased in those hard plastic security cases with the magnetic tag on the inside, used for large software boxes, to prevent premature opening and theft of the UGH LucasTrooper stickers.
This still doesn’t solve the problem of the stickers being removed at home and the figure returned later, but I gotta hand it to them, they recognize that it’s a problem and they’re trying to do something about it! Way to go guys!
Any other stores taking measures to prevent theft of the UGH stickers? Email Me and tell me about it.
Wizards of the Coast Miniatures Press Release
June 8, 2006 | 8:32 PM EST | Bill
STAR WARS™ MINIATURES GAME ADDS A NEW DIMENSION TO THE SAGA
Champions of the Force™ Unites Your Favorite Heroes and Villains
From the Star Wars Expanded Universe
Renton, Wash (June 9, 2006) – Champions of the Force, the latest expansion from Wizards of the Coast’s highly popular Star Wars Miniatures Game, allows heroes from the light side of the Force to fight the powers of the dark side in this collection of characters that delves deep into the expanded universe of the Star Wars saga. With an all-new, very-rare Yoda, and more plastic weaponry elements than any prior expansion, Champions of the Force kicks the gameplay into hyper-drive!
Players can declare their allegiance to the Rebel Alliance and engage in battle in pursuit of peace and freedom throughout the galaxy. Or they can fight on the dark side of the evil Galactic Republic to try to suppress the Rebel do-gooders! The pre-painted standard-scale (30mm) plastic miniatures allow players to stage exciting and unique battles using characters from the full gamut of the Star Wars saga, including the six movies, computer games, novels, comics and animated series. Players can immerse themselves in skirmishes with familiar characters, such as Jedi Master Luke Skywalker or Darth Maul, as well as characters new to the game, such as Jaina Solo or Corran Horn (from the best-selling Star Wars® novels).
Each Champions of the Force booster pack contains seven random Star Wars Miniatures from the 60-figure set. Miniatures from this new expansion can be used with the latest starter game, Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith™ and combined with other expansion sets to make the players’ ultimate Star Wars battle come to life!
The starter game, which allows two players to immediately engage in competition, has a suggested retail price of $24.99 and includes four non-randomized and two exclusive miniatures and their matching stat cards, game board, 20-sided die, and game play instruction book. Champions of the Force booster packs, available in June, have a suggested retail price of $12.99. Each booster contains seven randomized figures — including premium figures in every pack — allowing players to build their teams strategically.
Star Wars Miniatures products are available in hobby shops and major retail stores nationwide.
Mace Windu’s Squadron w/ Airborne Commander!
June 8, 2006 | 4:40 PM EST | rykrofenloe
Our friend Dan Curto over at Rebelscum has updated with a pic and news of the upcoming Mace Windu’s Squadron battle pack, showing a repacked Mace Windu w/ cloak, two cool super articulated clones, and an AIRBORNE COMMANDER! Looks like something is missing though, as rumors have circulated that a Vulture Droid might be included in this set as well.
UPDATE New SW Transformers OUT!
June 8, 2006 | 12:22 PM EST | Scott
While on my usual hunting trip today, my little eye spied the Emperor Palpatine/Imperial Shuttle and Jango Fett/Slave 1 Transformers.
This was at a Target here in the Detroit area. No sign of the Clone Pilot/Arc-170 however.
Happy Hunting!
UPDATE Yak reader Sam informs us that…
” The ARC 170 is out just keep looking. I personally got all three at Star Tours 2 weeks ago, but found them here in Houston last week at Wal-mart. Good luck! ”
Thanks Sam!
New Fig Pics @ Hasbro
June 8, 2006 | 11:17 AM EST | rykrofenloe
Head on over to Hasbro’s site for some offical pics of figures coming out later this year – looks like we’ll get two versions of the Endor Rebel, plus there are many good pics of other upcoming figures too.
New UCS LEGO Set
June 8, 2006 | 10:54 AM EST | Mark
LEGO’s next Ultimate Collectors Series. Set 10174 will be an AT-ST priced at $79.99, A shop@home Exclusive starting June 29th, 2006. Image coming soon.
News From Master Replicas
June 8, 2006 | 10:50 AM EST | Mark
The is just in from Master Replicas…
The Boba Fett Blaster, Episode VI Signature Edition, signed by Boba Fett himself (actor Jeremy Bulloch) is nearly sold out! The product, limited to only 1,000 units, and set to ship later this year, has clearly become a favorite among fans and collectors. If you’ve not already ordered, hunt down yours today!
Additionally, the following items are also nearly completely sold out:
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea Nautilus Studio Scale
Aliens Motion Tracker Limited Edition
Obi-Wan Kenobi Episode III Lightsaber Limited Edition
AT-AT Imperial Walker Signature Edition
Darth Sidious Episode III Lightsaber Scaled Replica
Also…
We would love to hear about your Master Replicas Customer Service experience.
In order to grow as a company and to better serve you, we need to know what is and isn’t working. No one knows this information more than you, our partners, so please take a moment to send us an email to feedback@masterreplicas.com.
Star Wars Miniatures Attack on Endor
June 8, 2006 | 8:08 AM EST | Mark
Legacy of the Force: Betrayal Reviewed
June 7, 2006 | 8:13 PM EST | Bill
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Aaron Allston turns in yet another outstanding entry in his series of Star Wars Novels. Fans of his work with the Wraiths in the Rogue Squadron series, will immediately recognize the opening chapters’ venue on Adumar, centered on a now 30ish Jacen Solo and his 13 year old apprentice Ben Skywalker.
All of the old favorite characters (at least those still living) from the Star Wars universe make appearances, including a certain “out-law” relation of Han Solo we met in the Corellian trilogy.
Allston brings us to a still recovering Coruscant, that 10 years after the New Jedi Order’s Vong attacks is still struggling to recover from the effects of the “vongforming” it underwent.
As Legecy opens we see the roles Han, Leia, Luke, the Solo children and Ben Slywalker have grown into in the decade since the events of the Swarm War. The Galactic Alliance has coalesced, however the events of this series threaten to tear it apart- pitting many old friends agasinst each other, as their alliegances to the Galactic Alliance and their home planets are placed at odds. History fans will find parallels between the American Civil War and the juxtaposition of the dramatas personae of Legecy.
Allston does an incredible job of pulling strings and characters from across almost the entire Expanded Universe, fleshing out a number of characters we’ve seen before, and adding new dimensions to their characters, and back stories. Through the course of the novel we gain more insight into the Sith order, and Palpatine’s place in it. While some unresolved questions about the nature of the force are used to provide cameos to both the Prequel and Original Trilogy characters, others are explained to the point of becoming major plot points.
The last 60 pages of the book provide some of the most fascinating exploration of the philosophy of the Star Wars Universe and fastest action in the novel. Among the issues EU fans will find explored are the nature of Verger’s relationship with the force, and first hand insight into how Anakin Skywalker’s injuries on Mustafar affected his skills as a Sith. The novel continues to build on the questions of the nature of the force, and the relationship between light and dark; Jedi and Sith, which began to grow during the New Jedi Order, promising very interesting plot development as the series continues.
Allston, in what many fans will enjoy, also takes a thinly veiled shot at the Special Editions PC-ness, with a line of dialogue, I’ll describe simply as remember whatever else happens Han shot first.
**UPDATE** For anyone in the Indianapolis area, Mr. Alston will be at the Barnes and Noble in Carmel Thursday June 8th to sign. You can also have you picture taken. The signing is from 7pm until ??, line tickets will be handed out starting at 5pm.
Yak Reader’s Tip
June 6, 2006 | 11:40 PM EST | rykrofenloe
I received this nice email from a reader today with a cool pic.
“Love the site. I have included some pics that I thought might be of interest to your fan base. Turns out that Kraft Promotions put out a bendable 3 inch ET a while back. These are great for use with the senate pod from the Skirmish battle pack. They are easy to find on ebay; just type in “Kraft ET” and some should come up. – Tim”
Thanks Tim, finally a good place to put those E.T. pack-in figures from a while back!
Got a tip, an idea, or news for your fellow collectors? Feel free to send it in!
Update – Dave L. writes in with a tip for anyone else wanting to find an E.T. figure to add to their Senate scenes.
“That was a fun post! I thought I’d share my tip for some of the younger readers. LJN toys back in the eighties at the pinnacle of E.T’s popularity produced many PVC figures that I found are perfect 3/4 scale. I found this guy ( attached picture) in a local thrift store toy bin for . 25 cents. A fun addition to a collection and unique toy hunt until Hasbro makes an E.T. senator figure.
I know I know…I need to dust.”
Pretty cool too, I wonder if Hasbro would ever be able to make an actual E.T. figure…
Code 3 Mini’s
June 6, 2006 | 9:57 PM EST | Mark
Over at Amazon, they have a sale on the Code 3 Mini Posters..
Revenge of the Sith Movie Poster/Collectible Sculpture: Darth Vader $16.98 32% off
Rotj Advance Mini Poster Star Wars $12.48 50% off
You Can Choose The Next Lego UC Set
June 6, 2006 | 9:27 PM EST | Jayson
The Star Wars team at the LEGO Company is turning to you, the fans of the saga, to help choose what will become the next Ultimate Collectors Set in 2007. Cast your vote for R2-D2, FX-6 Medical Droid, Vulture Droid Starfighter or an Electronic AT-AT!
Click on through to StarWars.com for more details.
An Oldie But A Goodie
June 6, 2006 | 8:16 PM EST | Bill
Long time Star Wars web surfing fans probably ran across this site, which puts Mr. T. against characters from different science fiction series before, however it’s humor value makes it worth a mention. Whether you want to see Mr. T. threaten to make 3po into a new chain or going after the Phantom Menace, it’s worth a look. Click here to check it out.
Hunt For Grevious Detailed Photos
June 5, 2006 | 7:53 PM EST | Bill
Those Imperialist droids over at DeathStarPlans2.com have done it again. This time it’s detailed photos of the Hunt For Grevious battle pack. Click here to check it out.
Japanese Super Deformed Boba Fett
June 5, 2006 | 3:12 PM EST | Mark B
StarWarsShop.com
Star Wars Chronicles: The Prequels at Buy.com
June 4, 2006 | 1:37 PM EST | Keri
If you are like me, you were putting off buying the Prequels Chronicles book,buy.com has a little bit of a deal on the book brand new. Buy.com is and has been running a special where they are 10% off Amazon’s low price. So, instead of the retail of $150.00, Buy.com is priced at $85.05 with free shipping. Not too shabby of a price, and for a heavy book like this one free shipping is a big plus, even it is a little slow.
I ordered the book a few weeks ago and already got it and I highly recommend it if you are a customizer of any kind. The highly detailed photos are amazingly clear and the book is outstanding in general. The only thing is, I wish there were a few more pages on the Clone Wars animated (of which I am a huge fan) but otherwise, the book is a great addition to any complete SW Library.
Click the link below to order the Chronicles Prequels today!
Star Wars Chronicles: The Prequels
Mos Eisley Find
June 4, 2006 | 9:50 AM EST | Scott
Marcus from Palm Springs wrote in to share his find of the Mos Eisley Wave. Found at his local Wal-Mart.
Congrats to Marcus and good luck to the rest of you in your hunts!
UPDATE Hunt For Grievous Order Cancelled
June 3, 2006 | 11:26 PM EST | Scott
NOTE: The following post is regarding MY personal order only. Your individual experience may vary.
I just got this very annoying email from Amazon…
” We are sorry to report that we will not be able to obtain the following item from your order:
“Star Wars Battle Packs The Hunt For Grievous”
Though we had expected to be able to send this item to you, we’ve since found that it is not available from any of our sources at this time. We realize this is disappointing news to hear, and we apologize for the inconvenience we have caused you.
We have cancelled this item from your order. ”
AAAAAAARRRGH!!!! Says I.
So what does this mean for the rest of you that placed an order? Did you folks get a similar email? Or did yours ship as ordered. Me? I ordered mine on the day they changed the name at Amazon from Defense of the Senate to Hunt for Grievous, perhaps they over-sold prior to that, OR perhaps it’s no longer an online exclusive. Reports have come in of it being found on the shelf at a couple random TRU’s. (California and Idaho so far – Thanks Chad!)
We’ll keep you updated as reports come in.
UPDATE It didn’t take long for Yak readers to chime in…
Brent – I just wanted to to say that I was also contacted by Amazon…however, my notice was just for my approval of a delayed order. They did not cancel mine…but, they DID give me a new estimated delivery date that has been pushed back to JULY 21!
Tony – I placed my order around the time that they changed the name as well. I received the cancellation notice as well.
Alex – I too ordered mine the day the name changed. I also had a preorder (a month in advace) for the Clones Gunship. I have not received either, despite the fact that they said over and over the Grevious pack would go out, the Gunship[ is a whole other story in itself. I was sooo pi$$*d I called Amazon directly, this was two days after the original pre-order release date at that time they had no inventory what so ever for either the Gunship or the Grevious pack, and three were 3000 or so open unshipped orders for the gunship and 5000 for the Grevious pack, that was two days after the original May release date, and they’ve been taking preorders ever since. They switched my orders over to overnight and gave me free shipping, luckilly I found the gunship locally but still nothing on the Grevious pack, I didn’t even receive a courtesy message like you telling me I would never get it. What erks me the most is that when I ordered that Battle Pack it said In Stock. Anyways that’s my experience with the whole thing thus far.
Vince – On Friday I received an email saying that the Hunt for Grievous and the Clone Wars Gunship have been delayed and if I still wanted them I needed to update my order. So I updated it and then I received a confirmation notice that they were still on order. I hope this doesn’t change, but I wouldn’t be surprised if they did get canceled. Like you, I placed my order the same day I heard the name change. I noticed that both an no longer available at Amazon.
That’s a few of the responses we’ve gotten so far. Hopefully Amazon will receive more stock or they’ll start showing up at TRU’s with more frequency. As of now Amazon is showing that the Battle Pack is no longer available but you can sign up for an email update to be notified when it comes in. Joy.
Anyway, there’s a lot of Clone Wars Gunships out there that need a crew, here’s hoping they all get one. Big thanks to all who wrote in!
What’s under Momaw Nadon’s Hammer Head?
June 3, 2006 | 7:08 PM EST | rykrofenloe
After hitting several Walmarts this morning, I lucked out and found two Momaw Nadon figures, at different locations. Planning on customizing one, I popped off their heads and noticed two different neck peg types. Minor variation, but a variation nonetheless.
Customizing Spotlight – Owen’s Modular Death Star
June 3, 2006 | 6:43 PM EST | rykrofenloe
Once again Owen D delivers with an update, this time the second level of his Modular Death Star. Stay tuned to Yakface for upcoming additions to this amazing custom playset, and at www.owenscustoms.com for more pictures and in-progress steps on how he made this.
June Sale At The Saber Vault
June 3, 2006 | 3:35 PM EST | Bill
This just in from The Saber Vault:
Been waiting for the right time to get a Rebel Fleet
Trooper blaster? Wait no longer!! The Saber Vault
has just reduced these to $175 shipped within the
U.S.!!! Been waiting for a Snowspeeder? How about
$375 shipped within the U.S.! Did someone say
signature ATAT? How about $1050 shipped in the U.S.!!
But you better hurry, once June is gone, so is the
sale.
And don’t forget to pre-order the Obi Wan ROTS FX Saber. Order now to be one of the first on your block when our first wave arrives! They’re available for $110 shipped in the U.S. and going fast. Need a FX saber now? Maul, Luke ROTJ and Windu ROTS FX sabers are all in stock!
Second Chance For Greedo
June 3, 2006 | 8:35 AM EST | Mark B
Looks like Sideshow may have had a couple of cancelled orders or declined credit cards…there are somewhere around 20 of these left in a second chance sale. Personally, I can’t think of any way I’d rather spend my afternoon than sitting across from this at a table and thinking “Han shot first!”
UPDATE: Purchase of the Droids Ver. 2.0
June 3, 2006 | 6:08 AM EST | Jayson
Remember back when the POTF2 “Purchase of the Droids” Cinema Scene came out? Well, now with the release of R5-D4 (without nonsensical rocket firing feature), what better opportunity to recreate that scene with a bunch of action figures, vehicles and playground sand! To view more photos be sure to check out #032 R5-D4‘s page in today’s update of the Yakface Toyguide.
Hmmm, I wonder which other figures from the Tatooine wave I can play in thesand box with?
UPDATE: The #037 Sandtrooper has been updated in the toyguide with loose photos and a few “Tatooine Patrol” diorama photos added as well. Enjoy!
TRU Exclusive Dagobah X-Wing
June 2, 2006 | 8:35 PM EST | rykrofenloe
The latest issue of Lee’s Toy Review Magazine reveals pics of the rumored TRU Exlusive X-Wing.
According to the pictures and information, it will come with removable Dagobah “muck” and have two figures, a retooled OTC Dagobah Luke Skywalker as well as an R2D2. As a bonus, we finally get to see what creatures on Dagobah that try to eat astromechs look like too!
This item is scheduled to be released in the Fall.
Hasbro Q & A Update
June 2, 2006 | 6:33 PM EST | Scott
The questions for this weeks Hasbro Q & A have been submitted. All questions received now will go toward NEXT weeks session.
We got lots of questions after just one day, so you can only imagine how many we’ll get after a week’s worth. Dont let that stop ya though, send those questions to yakshasbroqna@yahoo.com. Who knows? They might just pick YOURS.
Yak QnA
June 2, 2006 | 4:46 PM EST | Mark B
Yak QnA has been updated today for your reading pleasure…..
****Update****
Thanks for all who wrote in about the non-movie figures which include:
* Foul Moudama
* Scorch
* The red and green Clone Commanders
* AT-TE Gunner
* The various black and shadow clone exclusives
* The blue Bacara figure
* The “concept” Maul, Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon and Stormtroopers
* Cold-weather Obi-Wan
* Shirtless Maul
* Ten Nunb in his white uniform
* The original (boxed, not carded) Fode and Beed
* The Shadows of the Empire line, excluding Boushh
Endor & Naboo Figure Pics
June 2, 2006 | 3:58 PM EST | rykrofenloe
Head on over to Rebelscum for some great images of what is to come later this year! Wow!
The original source of the images, The Mandalorian District writes in with news that they have acquired a pic of the upcoming Obi-Wan Kenobi in that wave as well. My personal favorite is their awesome pic of GRAGRA, who appears to have a moveable jaw?
While some of the figures are rehashes and kit bashes, there are some brand new sculpts of all new figures as well.
You Determine the Edition Size!
June 2, 2006 | 11:09 AM EST | Mark B
How about this? Sideshow is going to let US, the collectors, determine the edition size of some of their new collectible figures. Introducing the “Inclusive” Program. Basically, they will only make the number of items that are ordered during a set time period. So, everyone who wants one, gets one. This will be great for some obscure characters that we want made! Full details are at theirsite. The first figure to feature this system will be the new 12″ Star Wars figure that will be announced next week.
Best Buy Code 3 On Sale
June 2, 2006 | 8:29 AM EST | Mark
Over at Best Buy.com they have their Code 3 Revenge of the Sith 3-d Poster on sale for $59.99 with free shipping.
New Hasbro Weekly Q & A!
June 1, 2006 | 11:11 AM EST | Scott
Have you had a burning question that you’ve been aching to ask the Star Wars team at Hasbro, but didn’t have an outlet to do so? Well now you do!
Hasbro has set up a new weekly question and answer session where YOU ask THEM anything that’s on your mind. (within reason of course).
Only a select few questions will be answered from each week’s submissions (and other websites are participating too) , so don’t be disappointed if they don’t get to yours right away.
We didn’t have much of a head’s up for the first one since the deadline is tomorrow @ 5pm EST, so hurry and get your questions in quick.
For all the details on how to participate in this exciting new program CLICK HERE. (A permanent button link will be placed over on our features menu soon)
. The code you need is provided on the site.
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which is currently available online for just over $166. Much better price than most places where it is going for $200+.
