io9.com has posted the exclusive look at the first novel in the upcoming Star Wars: Empire and Rebellion “Razor’s Edge” series. The series kicks off with focusing on Princess Leia and the events after A New Hope and subsequent books will revolve around Han and Luke. Head on 0ver to io9.com for more details.
May the 4th LEGO Event at ToysRUs
Bring your friends & join the FUN! Build an exclusive mini-version of Jek-14’s Stealth Starfighter, as featured in The Yoda Chronicles on Cartoon Network airing May 29. Head to ToysRUs.com for more details and to locate a store near you.
Darth Malgus Pre-Order Now Available
Sideshow has placed their Sixth Scale Darth Malgus up for pre-order. Don’t miss this latest addition to their 12″ line of collectibles and be sure to place your order early as to not miss out on the exclusive version that includes an additional swap-out head!
C2E2 2013: DST Exclusive Jawa Bank
Today, Diamond Select has announced an exclusive version of their Jawa bank – only available at C2E2 this weekend. Click on through to find out how and where to get yours if you are attending.
Customizer Mega Spotlight
Today we highlight the work of some more great customizers in our forum!
First up, we have Darthstreams, who has shared a ton of pics of his customs, including a Zayne Carrick that really caught my eye.
Next, PackRatStudios reveals what he’s been working on, including a very cool rendition of a Stormtrooper unit from Vader’s Fist.
Wraith_nine also joins in the fun, showing off a great gallery of Clone Wars customs, including some killer astromechs.
Last but not least, I-am-Boba-Fett has unleashed a ton of new customs into the forums, including an amazing rendition of a very obscure character from A New Hope, called Braconnor Bakiska.
Class II Vehicles on Sale at Target
Target has the Class II Vehicles on sale through May 18 for $14.99 (these are the controversial “mid size” vehicles consisting of the Slave I, Kenobi Starfigher and Republic Tank). So if you’ve been considering these as a purchase, this is a pretty good price on these… and I for one actually think the tank is kind of cool even at a reduced scale (yes, I know I’m in the minority).
Facebook Preview: Ben Kenobi Mythos Statue
As I finalize the photography and put the finishing touches on the toyguide update, check out our Facebook page for a preview of the Ben Kenobi – Desert Nomad Mythos statue from Sideshow Collectibles. It is by far one of the coolest pieces ever produced by their team.
We’ve Spotted Imperial Walkers
The Endor Imperial AT-AT that many of us have been waiting to see at retail is finally showing up at Toys”R”us stores here in the states – thanks to forum member AaylaSecurasMan for the heads up!
Sideshow 12″ Darth Malgus Gallery and Pre-Order Info
Sideshow has updated today with images and pre-order info for their sixth scale Darth Malgus figure. Pre-orders start April 25th.
Jakks Pacific Clone Troopers Coming Soon
JediNews.co.uk is reporting that Jakks Pacific will be releasing both a blue 501st clone trooper and a red shock trooper this summer. Click here for their report!