StarWars.com has announced that December 18, 2015 is the official release date of Episode VII. Head on over for the full story.
Hasbro’s 5POA Already Found on Clearance
Forum member darthmadonna has come across something Hasbro surely can’t be happy about – clearances already on their new 5POA Legends line! Head on over to the forums to share your thoughts on what could be an isolated incident, or very bad news for Hasbro.
Han shot Greedo’s foot off first?
I haven’t personally had much experience with 6″ scale figure collecting, but seeing what happened to an ankle joint on the new Black Series Greedo to forum member dj121 has me shaking my head. For $20.00, no figure should be doing this.
Hopefully this is an isolated incident, but it may be worth noting as a tale of caution. If anyone else experiences this with any of the 6″ scale Black Series, we’d like for you to share your experiences in the forums.
Radio Drama Winners Announcement
As promised, here are the winners of the Star Wars: A New Hope Radio Drama Special Edition!
Alexander Gates and Kyle Zukowski
Each of you will receive a Light Side and Dark Side edition. To claim your prize, each of you must send an email to news AT yakface.com and I will then secure your shipping information.
A special thanks to Highbridge Audio for providing these prizes.
More Finds at Marshalls
Marshalls stores are now getting in the both the older Republic AV-7 Mobile Cannon and Plo Koon Jedi Starfighter, priced at $14.99 each. Head on over to the forums and let us know if you have been able to score these as well.
Personal Note: The cannon was cool; even at full price collectors and parents seemed to purchase them. The repainted Jedi Starfighter that has been rehashed over and over? We all know the answer to that and how those things kept the Mandalorian ship from hitting like it was intended. I would assume that Marshalls stores will sell the cannons fast, but the Plo Koon ship… not so much. They’ll continue to sit at this discount store just like nearly all Jedi Starfighters have for the past several years and will end up having to be clearanced.
Sponsor News: Big Bad Toy Store
Marvel, DBZ, Real Steel, Rocky, Kotobukiya – Bishoujo, New 52 – DC Bombshells/Cover Girls and More! All in the latest newsletter from BBTS!
Toyguide Update: Ewok Assault Catapult
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume with our next entry for the ever continuing Vintage Collection. Today, we take a look at the Kmart Exclusive Ewok Assault Catapult.
PROS: Again, Kmart proves to be the retailer of choice when it comes to Original Trilogy merchandise. Not only do we get 2 “new” and unique Ewoks, but an all new catapult as well.
CONS: It really would have been nice to get the dalmatian Ewok (Brethupp) that was originally solicited with this set. Hopefully that version will see the light of day.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this set is worth adding to your collection.
You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebook and in our forums.
Yakfinities #50 Continues
The 50th Yakfinities Customizing Challenge has entered its second month, and already we have seen some of the most amazing entries ever in one of our customizing challenges. We invite all of our readers who have any interest in customizing to join in the fun, and to check out the latest entries!
Reminder: As in each Yakfinities, customs should be NEW customs, and not older work to be in consideration for prizes. If anyone posts older work, it should be noted so we are aware. Thank you!
Republic Gunship Black Friday Sale
BFAds.net has posted a new listing of Black Friday ads and, as expected, the exclusive Vintage Republic Gunship is marked down to $89.99. Click the image above to check out all of the other limited deals that launch at 5pm on Thanksgiving Day.
Thanks to our friends at Star Wars Action News for the alert.
ToyMan Show Coverage
The ToyMan cllector show was back on in St. Louis today, and once again there were was a heavy dealer presence offering a great variety of items for sale. The place was packed but I managed to snap some pics of some of the items that caught my eye. Head on over to the forums for a collection of images from today’s event.