Collider.com brings our attention to these very cool Original Trilogy interpretive posters designed by Andy Fairhurst. Each design gives viewers a “nerd’s eye view” of the an environment from each film, with a cleverly incorporated “hidden” image. Click here or the image above for a closer look.
Our friends at Jedi Temple Archives have been posting some detailed, in-hand images of the new 3-3/4″ Black Series Dagobah Luke and Yoda figures. In the photography I noticed that the production version of the training backpack now features a side release buckle closure for the chest strap – original images showed a velcro/hook and loop style closure. Click the image above for a larger comparison.
The hobby may be shifting toward Star Wars Rebels and Episode VII buzz, but all the while, customizers from around the world continue to pump out great custom figures from previously established reference material.
First up, clone custom guru Wraithnine has added some more masterpieces to his Republic forces, which you can check out here.
Peakob1 also gets into the mix, with another outstanding custom in the Clone Wars styling.
We’re also treated to a much more realistic look to Greedo’s vest by customizing master Evilivo, which can be seen in his thread.
Last but certainly not least, soft goods master mousedroidhoojib shares his rendition of a concept version of Padme Amidala.
Check these out, and all the countless other custom figures posted in our forums.
Our friends at Vinylmation World have posted info regarding exclusive Series 4 Combo Packs of Boba Fett Vinylmation Figures. The Combo Pack includes either the Boba Fett (TESB deco) or Boba Fett (Concept Deco) packed with a blind boxed Series 4 Vinylmation figure. The combos retail for $24.95 and will be available at Disney Parks or DisneyStore.com on July 4.
This week we are featuring new PreOrders like the Halo Master Chief ARTFX statue, Endor Trooper mini bust, the Malcolm Reynolds 1/6 scale figure and more!
StarWars.com updates today announcing that Chronicle director Josh Trank has been tapped to direct one of the proposed stand-alone spinoff films.
For so many of us, half the anticipation of a new Star Wars film is all about the action figures, playsets and vehicles. So with all the recent image leaks from the set of Star Wars: Episode VII, speculation on what Hasbro’s plans are for the upcoming film are being discussed in the forums.
While we are keeping our front page mostly spoiler free, be warned that the thread you are about to link to is full of spoiler images from the upcoming film. So if you’re not afraid of seeing these images and want to share your thoughts, head on over to the forums and join the discussions already in progress.
For collectors concerned about the white “skirt” shown on the original solicitation images for the 6″ Anakin Skywalker, you can now breathe as loose images for the figure have turned up on eBay with the proper brown fabric. Pre-order yours now at DorksideToys for only $14.99
Thanks to @poeghostal for the tip
Our friends at Jeditemplearchives have posted some new loose images of the next wave of figures from The Black Series. Head on over there to check them out, and also join in the discussion in our forums here.
In light of a recent article posted on DailyDot.com regarding Disney Store’s plans for not carrying/planning Princess Leia themed merchandise, we at Yakface.com have started a petition in order to sway their opinion and send word that Star Wars isn’t just for boys.
Click on through to show your support for this effort and feel free to share the link and hashtag #wewantleia with family and friends via your favorite social media channel of choice.
UPDATE: Time.com has posted an exclusive story with an official response from Disney to parents, fans and collectors stating that Leia-centric merchandise will indeed be coming to Disney Stores in the near future.
UPDATE 2: YahooMovies, MSN and TheWrap are also running with the story.